by Mark
Recently KTM presented their Moto3 engine, the 4-stroke single cylinder 250cc, that they are extremely proud of.
This event, at the Red Bull Hangar 7, also featured a presentation that gave us a sneak peak of the new Moto3 KTM race bike as well.
Well now we have these actual renderings for the bike as well.
The bike you can see for yourself and there’s obviously questions about how final or close the finished product will be.
However, it’s the engine, developer by Wolfgang Felber and his team at KTM’s Mattighofen headquarters, that is most remarkable.
The engine weighs just 25kg and is tiny yet able to rev to a maximum of 14,000rpm. It’s not known yet how well it will do in the bike but we can’t wait for testing!
KTM CEO Stefan Pierer: “We are pleased to return to the MotoGP paddock with a product that reflects the all engineering and technological development expertise that has earned our brand 203 world titles. But we are also passionate about supporting talented young riders - not only because of KTM’s racing DNA but also because they represent the future of top level motorsports.”
Key Facts and Figures about KTM’s M32 Moto3 engine:
KTM’s Moto3 engine has been designed strictly in accordance with the Moto3 regulations, which include the following:
- Engines may rev to a maximum of 14,000 rpm
- Bore is limited to 81 mm
- All motorcycles in Moto3, regardless of engine, must have the same engine electronics (ECU)
- Maximum wide range of performance and maximum top end power according to the limitations of the category
- Durability: one engine should last at least 2000 km before it needs to be rebuilt.
- The six-speed gearbox was designed to last the entire season
- Engine type: liquid cooled 4-stroke DOHC single cylinder
- Bore: 81
- Stroke: 48.5
- Displacement: 249.5
- Intake system: dual injector throttle body
- 1 x balancer shaft
- Anti hopping clutch
- Titanium valves in radial configuration
