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2016 KTM 50 SX

2016 KTM 50 SX Review

2016 KTM 50 SX on www.Totalmotorcycle.com

Fast has no age limit…

The 50 SX is a true KTM for young MX riders aged from around four to 10 years old, up to a body height of 1.30m. A genuine motorcycle that, like its bigger siblings, is produced with quality components that make the 50 SX the first choice as a stepping stone into the MX world or for the first racing step on the ladder. With the youngster in mind this package is easy to control and has an engine that is distinguished by a steady power delivery, incorporating an automatic clutch that is ideal for novice riders. For MY 2016 the 50 SX presents itself with newly designed bodywork that provides better ergonomics and makes the bike even easier to ride.

2016 KTM 50 SX www.Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features

The numbers behind the KTM SX rider heroes

Tony Cairoli

8 world titles in 10 World Championship MX seasons
1st GP victory in Namur Belgium in 2004
25000 autographs signed for fans over 3 days at Eicma trade show in 2014
45 cities visited in one season of racing, testing and preparation!
144 world championship ‘moto’ victories so far (having won 72 GPs)
2008 the last time anyone else won the MXGP title
100cc the headstart Tony gives his MXGP competition on his KTM 350SX-F

Tommy Searle

17: age in rookie GP season (2006)
13 GP career wins to date (as of start of 2015 season)
3 podiums in debut AMA season (2009)
180 km per week of road cycling for fitness training
1200 laps per month on the practice track
20 countries visited in one race season
157.600km of travel completed in one season of racing

Ken De Dycker

4 different countries Ken has won national championships in – Luxembourg, Germany, Great Britain and Belgium
15 years since Ken’s MXGP debut in (GP of Holland, 2000)
35 practice laps on average per training day (4 times a week)
9 as race number
191cm: at nearly 6foot 3inches, Ken is one of the tallest riders on the MXGP circuit
3rd: Ken’s best MXGP championship overall placing (2008 & 2013 seasons)

Jeffrey Herlings

8: years old, won first national championship (Dutch 65cc)
17 rounds in the 2013 GP season, of which Jeffrey won 15
4 days a week of MX practice
15: age at first career GP victory (Valkenswaard, The Netherlands 2010)
3 rounds to spare when Jeffrey clinched the 2013 MX2 title
73 MX2 races: exceptional success ratio of 43 wins, 57 podiums, 2 world titles
18: age when Jeffrey won his first MX2 world title

Pauls Jonass

11 months per year: spent on the road chasing MX victory
4 hours per day: physical training in pre-season
2 junior world titles (2011 85cc and 2013 125cc)
14: age at first junior world championship title
2015: debut MX2 season
28 months old: when Pauls could ride a bicycle unassisted!

2016 KTM 50 SX www.Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits

Control that’s child’s play

Handlebars
Made of high quality aluminum alloy, the new ergonomic handlebars offer top stability and safety. A new crash pad on the handlebar brace protects the rider from impact.

Suspension
Top-quality 35 mm upside down front forks by WP Suspension 185mm of travel ensure outstanding directional stability. On the rear wheel a WP monoshock linked directly to the swingarm provides 205mm of suspension travel.

Brakes
The 50 SX is fitted with front and rear hydraulic brakes by Formula combined with lightweight WAVE discs that are easy to control even for the youngest riders. This ensures the best braking and the highest standard when it comes to safety.

Wheels
Like the big KTM factory racers, the 50 SX has super lightweight, black anodized, aluminum rims providing the highest strength and safety. The OEM knobby MAXXIS tires grip superbly on any surface.

Extremely compact 2-stroke engine

Engine
The modern, extremely compact 2-stroke engine fitted with an automatic clutch sets the standard in its class with great, manageable power. Thanks to the 3-shaft design, the crankshaft is close to the bike’s center of gravity. This not only benefits the handling, but also allows for a flow-optimized intake angle into the reed valve – a prerequisite for maximum performance.

Clutch
Developed by KTM, the centrifugal multi-disc automatic clutch provides manageable acceleration and makes riding this motorcycle the easiest thing in the world. It can be adjusted, without tools, to the specific requirements of the track and the rider in minutes.

Power reduction
For absolute beginners the engine power can be reduced to a moderate 5.5hp using a kit from the Power Parts program.

Improved ergonomics

Bodywork
For 2016 the KTM engineers designed all new plastics that provide perfect ergonomics and contact points for the rider, maximum freedom of movement and better comfort of the seat. In addition, advanced design solutions for the new front and rear fenders are prime examples of an intelligent design, which guarantees maximum stability through a well thought-out structure and mounting.

Frame
The modern frame produced by WP Performance Systems is made of lightweight, high strength chromoly steel profiles and combines maximum longitudinal stiffness with optimum torsional rigidity. It guarantees easy handling and precise cornering, along with outstanding stability. For 2016 the subframe is adapted to match the new bodywork.

Graphics
Derived from the new generation of the full-size SX bikes, the new in-mold graphics make the small KTM look even cooler. Its frame has a super-rugged black polymer powder coating.

Radiator
Like the big KTM bikes, the 50 SX has a liquid cooling system, which even cools the crankcase. Generously sized radiators ensure outstanding heat dissipation for high reliability even in extreme duty.

2016 KTM 50 SX – www.Totalmotorcycle.com USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: $ See Local Dealer for Pricing in USD

Engine
” Design
1-cylinder, 2-stroke engine
” Displacement
49 cm³
” Bore
39.5 mm
” Stroke
40 mm
” Starter
Kickstarter
” Transmission
Single-speed automatic
” Primary drive
61:33
” Secondary gear ratio
11:40
” Clutch
Centrifugal clutch (adjustable)
” EMS
Seletra 2p D36
Chassis
” Frame design
Central-tube frame with double-cradle
” Front suspension
WP upside-down Ã˜ 35 mm
” Rear suspension
WP monoshock
” Suspension travel (front)
205 mm
” Suspension travel (rear)
185 mm
” Front brake
Disc brake
” Rear brake
Disc brake
” Front brake disc diameter
160 mm
” Rear brake disc diameter
160 mm
” Steering head angle
66 °
” Wheelbase
1032 ± 10 mm
” Ground clearance
252 mm
” Seat height
684 mm
” Tank capacity (approx.)
2.3 l
” Weight READY TO RACE (without fuel)
41.5 kg

2016 KTM 50 SX – www.Totalmotorcycle.com Canadian Specifications/Technical Details
Canada MSRP Price: $ See Local Dealer for Pricing in CDN

2016 KTM 50 SX – www.Totalmotorcycle.com European Specifications/Technical Details
Europe/UK MSRP Price: £2999 GBP (On The Road inc 20% Vat)

*Starting at MSRP is the manufactured suggested price and excludes delivery, setup, tax, title, license, and additional fees and expenses. Bikes may be shown with optional accessories. Final sale price determined by an authorized dealer. Specifications and MSRP are subject to change.

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