Monday, November 24, 2008

Beta EVO 4T



















The much anticipated Beta EVO 4T was finally released at the Milan Motorcycle Show earlier this month. The eagerly awaited 4T comes in a 250 and 300cc configurations. Watch this space for the price and availability.

TECHNICAL INNOVATIONS
Cycle Parts
• Brand new ΓΈ 38mm Paioli front fork: more progressive, slide more freely
• New aluminium fork yoke with single-fixing pivoting handlebar risers
• New radiator with greater cooling efficiency
• Lightened wheels with aluminium spoke-nipples
• New wheel bearings, lighter and more compact
• New design for air filter box, provides greater breathing efficiency
• Swing-arm with hydroformed extruded rails: reduced weight with greater rigidity
• Aluminium-bodied shockabsorber with adjustment for preload and rebound damping
• Dedicated rear brake system: less bulk, reduced weight and greater effectiveness
• New engine protection plate with greater rigidity
• New electrical system
• New bodywork design: high ergonomic efficiency, reduced overall dimensions

Engine
• New programmable digital ignition with dual mapping switch (soft and racing)
• New forged conrod and piston: 30% less weight to reduce reciprocating masses
• Innovative exhaust system with a three-chamber mechanical silencer
• New ignition casing