KTM Bikes – Popular Off Road and Street Motorcycle Manufacturer

KTM | April 11, 2011

KTM is an Austrian bike manufacturer, producing motorcycles and mopeds. While this company began in the year 1934, it didn’t start producing bikes till the year 1954. This company became popular for their production of off road bikes. In the last couple of years, however, KTM bikes have also began expanding their line of products by beginning production of street motorcycles.

The 2011 model of the KTM 50 SX is a bike meant for young and budding racers, falling in the age group of 4 to 10 years, with the height of the bike being 130 cm. This bike has been ergonomically designed to suit young riders. The frame of these KTM bikes is quite strong and sturdy. They are made from stainless steel, chrome-molybdenum, have aluminum handlebars and alloy rims, with extra safety padding.

The KTM 50 SX has an engine which is designed specifically for this bike. The automatic clutch of this bike is controlled centrifugally, and cab be individually adjusted according to different riding abilities of the young riders. The KTM 50 SX is a gentle and nice bike, suitable for first time riders. This bike also features the restrictor kit available in the PowerParts accessory range, which is another sensible feature for those who lack in riding experience.

The KTM 530 EXC is another popular off road competition bike. The 2011 year model of these KTM Bikes, feature a chassis which has been completely overhauled. This bike is powered by the SOHC engine, which provides it with a strong four stroke power, with a displacement of 510.4 cc. This bike has a main aluminum silencer. The steering head angle of this bike is an impressive 63.5 degrees.

The KTM 530 EXC has a seat height of 985 mm, and a ground clearance of 380 mm. The rear and front wheels have disc brakes on them. The main frame of this bike is central steel double cradle type. The battery/ starter employed in the KTM 530 EXC bike are a kick and electric starter one, with a transmission of 6 gears. The handlebar of this bike is of Neken, aluminum. This bike has an X-ring chain. The ignition of this bike is by Kokusan digital.

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