NOVEDADES
KTM 2003
Technical
Improvements Range
Fork: WP 48mm USD, remarkably improved response
due to new bushes (3), new coating, change of sealing and
fork oil. Shock: Increased oil capacity and more progressive
setting. Clutch Hose: Flexible steel clutch hose for less
friction and better protection. Speedometer New multi-functional
instrument with optional trip master remote. Fuel cocks:
Easy handling fuel cocks
Hubs:
Larger and stronger hubs on both wheels plus a thicker front
axle for more accurate steering Footpegs: Broader pegs as
on all SX-Models Handlebar (2-Strokes) Conified Renthal
Handlebar 4-Stroke Carburetor: Integrated and sealed accelerator
pump mechanism 4-Stroke Engine weight reduction: Total weight
reduction of 600 grams - 500gr engine casing, 100g clutch
basket
Design: All Models received the 2002 Factory-Look
- “All Orange”. Re-designed front fender for better protection.
All black, one piece seat covers. Frames, hubs, fork tubs
and handlebars in new “gold-color”. All EXC-Models with
new slim fuel tank and SX-shrouds
Specific
Improvements per Model
125
/ 200 EXC New shift roller for easier power shifting
Wider and stronger 2nd gear. 200
EXC Lighter and new balanced crankshaft for better
throttle response. Molded silicone ring cylinder head sealing
250 / 300 EXC
Altered exhaust port to increase piston ring lifespan.
New designed cylinder head for even further improved engine
character. 250 EXC Racing Cylinder
head with 37mm intake, Keihin FCR-MX 37 carburetor, new
valve springs for higher rpm´s and additional power output.
450 EXC Racing Increased
power output over the whole rpm-range compared to last year´s
400 EXC (equal bore but extended stroke from 64 to 72 mm).
525
MXC Desert Racing Due
to the demand of a 525 EXC version for european rally purposes,
an European specification of the 525 MXC is to be introduced
for the very first time in model year 2003. In technical
terms the 525 MXC is identical to the 525 EXC. It has a
larger 13 litre fuel tank, van, and a corresponding seat
suited to long distance riding.
Models
125 SX 525 SX Racing 4-Stroke
Technical
Improvements: Fork: WP 48mm USD fork (preload
adjuster) with remarkable improved response due to new bushes
(3), new coating, change of sealing and fork oil. Shock:
Increased oil capacity and more progressive setting. Brakes:
Rear brake calliper with 2mm reduced piston (26mm) for better
control. Clutch Hose: Flexible steel clutch hose for less
friction and better protection.
Hubs:
Larger and stronger hubs on both wheels plus a thicker front
axle for more accurate steering
Design:
All Models received the 2002 GP-Look - “All Orange” factory
graphics. Re-designed front fender for better protection.
All black, one piece seat covers. Frames, hubs, fork tubs
and handlebars in new “gold-color”. Modified front race
number plate with integrated brake hose guide.
Specific
Improvements per Model
125
SX
New 5 speed gear box with wider and stronger 2nd gear. New
shift roller for easier power shifting. Conified Renthal
handlebar. 14 mm change of the fork plate offset for quicker
steering
525
SX Racing 4-Stroke Crankshaft and balancer are
slimmed-down (800g) for increased power delivery, throttle
response and better handling. Weight reduced clutch basket
(100gram). Engine weight reduced by 500 Gram due to new
cast process. 500 g lighter ignition system for better throttle
response Total Engine weight reduction: 1,9 kgs New Carburettor
with integrated and sealed accelerator pump mechanism and
Hot-Start button. Cylinder head with new 41mm ports, new
designed single camshaft and new valve springs for better
reving.
50
Mini Adventure
Separate lubrication(external oil tank and oil pump) The
14 mm carburetor is replaced by a 12 mm carburetor. New
more wear resistant steering head bearing. 50 Junior / Senior
Adventure New more wear resistant steering head bearing.
50 SX Pro Junior LC / 50 SX Pro Senior LC New more wear
resistant steering head bearing. For better handling the
Pro Senior features 12-inch rims. Redesigned cylinder head.
Stronger water pump shaft.
65
SX
Increased displacement from 63,6 to 64,9 cc. Digital ignition
system and new aluminium ignition cover. New easier to operate
aluminium kick starter. New handlebar with cross bar.
Información
otorgada por HARD MOTOR S.A.
