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Cycle News 2019 Issue 24 June 18

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VOLUME 56 ISSUE 24 JUNE 18, 2019 P105 2020 SHERCO UPGRADES • All enduro models have reduced friction in the suspension linkage and improved build quality to increase servicing. • Two-stroke 250/300 model: Air intake funnel design improves low- and mid-range power to suit extreme riding better. • 250/300 2T engines features 15mm shorter intake pipe from carb to cylinder to improve low-speed response. It is now also one part instead of two, saving weight. • 250/300 models have a modified reed-valve to improve sealing, increase air flow and performance. New construction is plastic charged with fiberglass/ carbon/viton. • Central engine casting is modified to increase flow and boost midrange, plus widen powerband. • Lighter clutch hub on 250/300 2T engines to reduce inertia and lever pull for extreme riding. • Reduced size master cylinder piston and clutch cylinder piston, also for reduced lever effort. • Clutch lubrication flow is increased. • 250/300 models have easier access fuel tap and now 0.4-gallon reserve. • Blue frame protectors on the Factory models. • Factory and XC models run the 48mm KYB forks and a new 50mm KYB shock to increase stability at high speeds and improve bump absorption. • New drilled front final drive sprocket/gear. • The SC models are basically the Factory model without lights or a racing wiring harness and with stiffer suspension settings. • Factory and XC models get an AFAM steel rear sprocket. • All Racing models get a 5.3-ounce lighter plastic muffler end cap. • 250/300 four-stroke bikes have a lighter starter system sprocket assembly to improve starting – improves performance for dead-engine race starts. • 250/300 4T improved gear selector for a claimed 60% improved accuracy. • Bigger 450/500 4T engines are 1.3 pounds lighter thanks to lighter crank, clutch disc material, clutch hub, primary transmission, balancing shaft, freewheel sprocket, oil pump sprockets. • 450 4T has a new cam chain for reduced friction and noise to meet Euro4 engine noise regulations. • The 125 two-stroke has an adjustable-height power valve giving more options for settings. • New piston profile on the 125 2T to improve the wear uniformity and stability. • New engine map on the 125 for improved high-speed performance.

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