THE TWO NEW BIKES Triumph Motorcycles officially unveiled the newly developed TF250-E and TF450-E models a week before the EnduroGP first round, marking a bold entry into the competitive enduro market and an entirely new segment for the British manufacturer, having launched its motocross range last year. Unlike most manufacturers, Triumph has quoted power and torque specs from the two machines, as well as the redlines- and says they’ re the most powerful bikes in their classes. The 450-E is claimed to put out 58.6PS and 49.3Nm of power and torque respectively, revving to 10,500rpm, while the 250-E is no slouch with a very respectable 42.3PS and 27.8Nm and a redline of 12,800rpm. Del West titanium valves and a forged König piston should help ensure reliability
from the new motors. Riders at all levels will be happy the Twin-air dual-stage filter changes are tool-free. Both bikes feature the same aluminium spine frame that’ s TIG-welded by hand in-house and sports KYB coil-spring, fully-adjustable suspension at both ends. A digital speedo provides real-time data, including engine temperature, trip information, and gear position. Traction control, launch control and dual engine maps are accessible via illuminated buttons on the bars. The two distinct maps can be switched on the fly- one is for aggressive performance, the second is smoother with a more controlled delivery. Additional maps can be added with an optional Wi-Fi module and the Triumph MX Tune Pro App. A Triumph-designed quickshifter gives the option for seamless, clutchless upshifts between second and sixth gears. Braking is handled by a mix of Galfer discs and Brembo calipers, which should be as good as it gets. Pricing is keen with the TF250-E coming in at $ 16,995 and the TF450-E priced at $ 17,995. We can’ t wait to get hold of the new enduro models, especially as we’ re told that here in NZ they’ re going to be road homologation ready out of the crate.
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