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New Engine
Redesigned cylinder head with reduced compression ratio for more stable combustion
Revised exhaust valve timing for increased engine response at low rpm and improved traction from mid to high rpm
Redesigned exhaust valve governor - designed to complement the exhaust valve timing change and open the exhaust valves more gradually for a
smoother, broader powerband
New crankshaft with asymmetrical flywheel balance similar to RM250 - provides improved rear wheel traction control, plus increased
crankshaft inertia for better throttle response
New Mikuni TMX38SS carburetor with power jet and throttle position sensor -TPS is linked to the ignition system to adjust timing to suit
engine load for more controllable engine power characteristics
New Chassis
New steering head cap seal added for improved steering head bearing protection
Footpeg position moved back 10mm for optimal center of gravity and riding feel - includes 10mm shorter gear shift lever and 13.5mm shorter
rear brake pedal
Updated swingarm design featuring a new bridge tube behind the pivot section for increased rigidity and improved straight-line performance
Redesigned chain guide for reduced weight
New seat cover material for improved grip, plus new seat foam for improved durability
Improved front fork performance: Honed internal surface of the inner tube for smoother fork movement Larger oil capacity above piston and
shim stack for improved oil flow at full travel Improved dust seal Refined valve settings for better overall suspension balance
Improved rear shock performance: Larger inner rod diameter for increased oil flow at full compression Refined valve settings for better
overall suspension balance
Smaller front brake hose O.D. and Allen-style brake hose bolts for reduced weight
Shorter rear brake hose and hex-style brake hose bolts for reduced weight
Improved rear brake caliper design: Higher rigidity for more consistent caliper piston movement and feedback More even brake pad wear Brake
pad insulator attached directly to the pads to further reduce weight
Hex-style rear brake pad pins for easier brake pad maintenance
Redesigned rear brake disc cover with external mounting bolts for easier maintenance and reduced weight
New air/oil separator added to rear master cylinder for more stable brake performance, plus new hex-style 8mm reservoir cap mounting bolts
and 5mm master cylinder mounting bolts for easier maintenance
Master cylinder control rod threaded directly to the rear brake pedal yoke eliminating lock-nut clamp to reduce weight
New aluminum handlebars - more rigid than steel construction to reduce vibration - includes Suzuki handlebar pad
New aluminum mounting spacers designed for easier installation and more secure mounting of radiator shrouds, frame covers and fenders
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