KTM 2009 bike lineup, temptation sets in
hein | 
09 15th, 2008| 
Mark Montecillo from KTM in the UAE (Dubai) was kind enough to send over this press release of the 2009 KTM lineup. Being two meters tall the KTM’s have always had a cramped feeling for me (then again most bikes do), these new 2009 “SIX-DAYS” models might just tempt me to try one out when they arrive though.
KTM - STAYING AHEAD
KTM 2009 MODELS
KTM-UAE has been very busy over the last few months. Even during the heat of the summer time, riders have been very active and we’ve been moving our stock of 2008 bikes out the door to make room for the new 2009 models.
So, come in and BOOK your 2009 KTM Off-Road bike NOW and get a head start on the riding season!
Check out what we have coming…
SPORT MINI-CYCLES
50 SX
Small, fascinating and unbelievably snappy – that’s how best to describe this miniature rocket. Not only does it look like the big SX machines, it also has virtually identical riding behavior. Both the chassis and the engine have been completely newly developed, which makes the 50 SX a fantastic handling, unbeatable high-tech weapon.
Take off and bring home the first wins of your career!
65 SX
With the 65 SX, the development engineers at KTM have succeeded in setting a real milestone in orange. With it, you get an SX bike which need not hide even from the big motocross riders. An ultra-powerful new engine and trend-setting technical features guarantee you unbeatable power. The sharp bodywork and cool styling give a unique winning look.
A champion of today for the champion of tomorrow – for you!
85 SX
The 85 SX has long been the benchmark in its class. The KTM engineers have once again exceeded themselves improving this almost perfect bike even further. Be it power, chassis or quality - the 85 SX is a contender which strikes fear into your opponents. Developed by professionals for the professionals of the future. With new technical highlights and a look which shows off your aim: the podium!
MOTOCROSS
125 SX
The new 125 SX sets the standards in this field, and not just with its optimized chassis. It is ultra-light, super-agile and also convinces with a level of power which most four-strokes will find hard to beat.
250 SX
With this bike, everything is just right! Extremely robust, with a light frame, optimized running gear and technology which are as straightforward as they are superior – it will immediately leave many four-strokes standing. Wins are virtually inevitable.
Things are now made really difficult for the other MX1 riders because the familiar powerful and light 250 SX has been comprehensively technologically overhauled once again. Deliberately robust, with an extremely light frame and optimized running gear, it will even show many four-strokes how it’s done!
250 SX-F
With the ultra-powerful 250 cc DOHC power unit, this lively four-stroke forges ahead into areas where some two-strokes surrender. Integral engine protector, the orange anodized triple clamps and cool race graphics put the 250 SX-F in a class of its own!
450 SX-F
Not a bike but a racing machine which is the main contender on all tracks. As well as the revolutionary engine, this bike also has an extremely light chassis and trend-setting running gear. For 2009, the 450 SX-F (like the 250 SX-F) has been trimmed at the factory specifically for MX1 series wins: with huge numbers of great PowerParts!
OFF-ROAD COMPETITION
450 XC-F
The concept seems as simple as it is ingenious. You take one of the most victorious enduro machines, the 450 XC-F, and set your sights on raising its already high standards.
And the result is more than impressive. With a completely new engine and its trend-setting chassis, the 450 XC-F raises the benchmark right from the start. Up-to-the-minute technology, optimized for hard enduro use, perfectly packaged in a high-tech racing bike that is unsurpassed. Extremely lightweight, agile and immensely powerful – and there is only one goal in the rough and tumble E2 class: the podium.
505 XC-F
The pure off-road fighting machine for everyone who just can’t get enough. In charge here is brutal four-stroke power, assisted by a first-class chassis and the overhauled running gear. Whether on the hardest SX track or in cross-country races over several hours – the 505 XC-F with a new 5-speed transmission sets the pace everywhere.
ENDURO
250 EXC-F
The new 250 EXC-F, with further improved performance and new running gear, is once again the main contender for the world championship podium. The most modern four-valve technology ensures massive thrust from the bottom of the range up into the highest speed ranges. Light, extremely agile and a true muscleman in the small class.
250 EXC-F SIXDAYS
Engine
The SIX-DAYS models draw their power from two-stroke and four-stroke racing engines which have been optimized down to the finest detail for Enduro racing. Powerful, with perfect power delivery and excellent durability. Pure energy!
Tank
Ergonomic tank for ideal contact with the bike. Special KTM airflow system with ducts beneath the spoilers for an optimum fresh air supply to the airbox. Another advantage for racing: transparent polyethylene lets you see the fuel level from the outside.
Seat
The seat of the Six-Days bike is supplied with additional pockets and logos. It also has a reduced-weight, optimized foam core for improved comfort and longer service life.
300 EXC
With the 300 EXC, KTM presents the ideal combination of light weight and incredible torque, guaranteed with a comfortable electric starter . A power-pack which awaits the chance to stand up to the most brutal hardcore Enduro events such as Erzberg or Hell’s Gate. It convinces with many unbeatable assets both in racing and in the hardest of cross-country touring. You won’t find a better two-stroke than this!
300 EXC SIXDAYS
Engine
The SIX-DAYS models draw their power from two-stroke and four-stroke racing engines which have been optimized down to the finest detail for Enduro racing. Powerful, with perfect power delivery and excellent durability. Pure energy!
Tank
Ergonomic tank for ideal contact with the bike. Special KTM airflow system with ducts beneath the spoilers for an optimum fresh air supply to the airbox. Another advantage for racing: transparent polyethylene lets you see the fuel level from the outside.
Seat
The seat of the Six-Days bike is supplied with additional pockets and logos. It also has a reduced-weight, optimized foam core for improved comfort and longer service life.
400 EXC
With the newly developed 400 EXC, KTM introduces one of the most universal bikes for all types of off-road action. In addition to the new engine and the light chassis, it convinces above all with the perfect combination of efficient, easily ridable engine characteristics and perfect handling.
450 EXC
Once a champion, always a champion. If one bike in the hard-fought E2 class has until now had what it takes to be the series winner, then that bike is the 450 EXC. And so it should stay! Ultra-modern technology is used both in the chassis and also in the ultra-powerful SOHC engine, which further perfects one of the most successful of off-road bikes.
The result is an extremely light, agile and immensely powerful high-tech race bike which once again raises the bar a whole step higher for the opposition.
450 EXC SIXDAYS
Engine
The SIX-DAYS models draw their power from two-stroke and four-stroke racing engines which have been optimized down to the finest detail for Enduro racing. Powerful, with perfect power delivery and excellent durability. Pure energy!
Tank
Ergonomic tank for ideal contact with the bike. Special KTM airflow system with ducts beneath the spoilers for an optimum fresh air supply to the airbox. Another advantage for racing: transparent polyethylene lets you see the fuel level from the outside.
Seat
The seat of the Six-Days bike is supplied with additional pockets and logos. It also has a reduced-weight, optimized foam core for improved comfort and longer service life.
530 EXC
Those who feel the 530 EXC beneath them know what to expect: the ultimate combination of fighting machine and workhorse. The large SOHC engine develops brutal four-stroke power and also convinces with smooth power delivery on selective trails. In combination with the completely overhauled chassis, the new 530 EXC is the first choice for everyone who simply can’t get enough.
530 EXC SIXDAYS
Engine
The SIX-DAYS models draw their power from two-stroke and four-stroke racing engines which have been optimized down to the finest detail for Enduro racing. Powerful, with perfect power delivery and excellent durability. Pure energy!
Tank
Ergonomic tank for ideal contact with the bike. Special KTM airflow system with ducts beneath the spoilers for an optimum fresh air supply to the airbox. Another advantage for racing: transparent polyethylene lets you see the fuel level from the outside.
Seat
The seat of the Six-Days bike is supplied with additional pockets and logos. It also has a reduced-weight, optimized foam core for improved comfort and longer service life.
Note: the pictures are available in higher resolution upon request.
General KTM picture material can be downloaded from www.ktmimages.com or by accredited journalists from the KTM website at: www.ktmpress.com
For further information on KTM and its products, please visit the website www.ktm.com or contact Mark Montecillo, KTM Marketing, Tel: +971 4 323 5151, Fax: +971 4 323 5252 or via e-mail:mark@ktm.ae
2009 Suzuki RM-Z450 Specifications
One of the first 2009 model motocrossers to arrive in the UAE and Dubai, the 2009 RM-Z450 might not offer much in terms up changes for 2009 but then again it was the first in 2008 with EFI, the other manufacturers are playing catchup this year. If you have seen Nigel Eckersall at the Dubai Motocross track in Jebel Ali you have to agree, the radiator shrouds with separate blue inlays and the aluminum fuel tank does make an impression. rumor is that Al Yousuf’s price for these at the moment is very good. As far as power goes, just ask Nigel if there is enough available, just do not bump his broken collar bone, a pre-season practice present from his new 2009 RM-Z !!!
Engine Features
Electronic Fuel Injection offers better roll on power and strong low-to-mid range power. KEIHIN throttle body specifically designed for motocross. Fuel is delivered via an internal fuel pump and is a battery-less system
5-Speed Transmission makes the RM-Z450 versatile for various terrain conditions and features a link type shifting mechanism
Intake port angle and cam timing result in reduced intake resistance and heightened intake efficiency. Exhaust port and cam timing are designed to regulate exhaust pulses for maximum engine performance
Battery-less fuel injection system features a single-phase all-charging system with which the magneto supplies all of the necessary power
18-pin magneto-rotor senses feedback on crankshaft position, rotation speed and stroke which is fed back to the ECU to calculate optimum injection and ignition timings.
KEIHIN fuel pump located inside the fuel tank provides stable pressure delivery to operate the fuel injection system
Combustion chamber designed for strong low-to-mid range response as well as top-end pull. Narrower intake and exhaust valve angle guides along with increased squish areas improve air/fuel mixing and faster flame-propagation speed when mixture ignites
Semi-dry-sump lubrication system features separate oil chambers for the transmission and crankshaft using the transmission as the oil sump, allowing low crankshaft placement, reduced engine height and a low center of gravity
Chassis Features
Aluminum-alloy twin spar frame is lightweight and has optimum rigidity balance for incredibly agile handling and unmatched performance over bumps
Aluminum fuel tank houses a KEIHIN fuel pump for optimum performance and a factory bike look
Slim riding position opens up the cockpit for additional room to allow the rider to actively take control of the machine
Showa cartridge-style front fork is fully adjustable for rebound, compression and preload settings and designed for reduced weight and improved shock absorption
Showa-brand rear shock absorber designed to deliver a controlled feel and increased bottoming resistance
Aluminum-alloy swingarm for reduced weight and maximum terrain-traversing performance over bumps
Front fender incorporates a sloped-down shape to efficiently guide wind to the front number plate air ducts for improved cooling performance. Rear fender incorporates air intakes on both sides for heighten intake efficiency
2-tone molded-plastic radiator shrouds give the RM-Z450 a slim feel and stylish look for 2009 while also complimenting an all-new graphics design and color way
Hot start lever is located on the right hand side of the handlebar for easy operation while holding the clutch
Race inspired brake rotors provide better cooling performance and increased mud deflection in muddy conditions
Footpegs include maximum clearance between the mounting bracket and footrest to prevent mud from caking up
Gold-colored chain and axle blocks give a full factory look
Specifications
- Engine: 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC
Bore Stroke: 96.0 mm (3.780 in) x 62.1 mm (2.445 in)
Compression Ratio: 12.2 : 1
Fuel System: Fuel injection
Lubrication: Semi Dry sump
Ignition: Electronic ignition (CDI)
Starter: Primary kick
Transmission: 5-speed constant mesh
Final Drive: D.I.D 520MXV, 114 links
Overall Length: 2185 mm (86.0 in)
Overall Width: 830 mm (32.7 in)
Overall Height: 1260 mm (49.6 in)
Seat Height: 955 mm (37.6 in)
- Ground Clearance: 350 mm (13.8 in)
Wheel Base: 1480 mm (58.3 in)
Dry Weight: 112 kg (247 lbs)
Suspension Front: Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Suspension Rear: Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Brakes Front: Disc brake
Brakes Rear: Disc brake
Tires Front: 80/100-21
Tires Rear: 110/90-19
Fuel Tank Capacity: 6.2 L (1.6/1.4US/Imp gal)
Color: Solid Black/Champion Yellow No. 2