KTM has recently updated its SX and SX-F range for 2012.
The lastest models continue the KTM motocross and supercross traditions, in a wide range of models from small to large and powerful bikes which compete in the MX1 category.
The range was successful last year with wins from Antonio Cairoli in MX1, Marvin Musquin in MX2 and Steffi Laier in WMX.
The challenge for KTM has been to maintain the winning characteristics of those bikes, while building on modern technology for the new year ahead.
It has since adapted the chassis to the new progressive leverage suspension, and all the two-stroke KTM models are now available with link suspension, in addition to the four-stroke models.
New front forks make an appeareance, and modifications have been made by WP to the upside-down forks used.
Overall KTM has made the suspension stiffer and it’s clear that it considers the technology in this area the make or break for championship-winning bikes.
It’s easy to think that KTM’s “Ready to Race” motto is just a catch-phrase, but the brand is still pursuing the cutting edge tech which should help it dominate again in the upcoming season.
2012 KTM SX and SX-F models The most significant updates to the KTM 2012 SX and SX-F model are:- New chassis and link suspension, upgraded aluminium fork and new rear shock (on all two-stroke models)- WP 48-mm forks- 250 SX-F with electronic ignition- 450 SX-F with new clutch- New upside-down 35mm fork for the 50 and 65 SX models- New four-piston calliper brakes for the 65 and 85 SX models- New wheels for the Mini models- Next-generation Pirelli tyres across the range The new range will be available from June 2011 and is made up of the following models:Mini· 50 SX· 65 SX· 85 SXMX/SX two-stroke· 125 SX· 150 SX· 250 SXMX/SX four-stroke· 250 SX-F· 350 SX-F· 450 SX-F
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