Enduro Motorcycles

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Enduro Motorcycles

What is an Enduro motorcycle? Specifically made for sport, an Enduro could be said as a modified motocross bike. Still retaining the motocross features such as the long travel and medium-hard suspension, the enduro bike is also equipped with a headlight and a quiet muffler. This makes the enduro bike street-legal to be used in Enduro racing. The enduro bike is powered by a single cylinder 2-stroke engine between 125 and 300 cc, or a 4-stroke engine between 250 and 650 cc.

Why such a light engine? Well, an engine size that is smaller than 650cc is an advantage in some of the Enduro race events. When the bike is lighter, it provides for easy handling, meaning that it will be easier to manipulate around trees, obstacles and such. On the other hand, a larger engine sized Enduro may find it easier to go up hills with the ease of not having to switch gears.

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Enduro Motorcycles Video 

Here's a video that might get you interested in Enduro racing. You'll get to feel as if like you're riding on an Enduro bike, in this case a KTM 125 EXC. Watch towards the end of the video, where the rider rams the engine. Then you'll see the power of an Enduro bike and why Enduro sport is my obsession. Such rush. Check it out!

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Enduro Motorcycles - Features and Construction 

There are some differences between the many features and construction of an enduro bike compared to the motocross or supercross bikes. The enduro bike has the following differences and extras:

  • Brake and tail light - for use on the road

  • Headlight - for use on the road after dark

  • Handguards and other protective hardware - help to protect the rider's hands against branches and leaves

  • Disk brake rotator protectors - help keep mud off the disk and from getting in between the pads as well as to prevent mud from sticking to the pads

  • Skid pate - help to protect the bottom of the bike against mud, logs, fallen branches, etc.

  • A street-legal exhaust system - regulated for noise and spark arresting

  • Frame guards - help to prevent damage

  • Handlebars that are narrower - bike can easily maneuver in between branches and trees

  • Gear ratios that are 'wider'

  • Suspension in the front and rear with enough travel - ability to be set for preload

  • Roll chart holder or an enduro computer

  • Complete/ rebound dampening - rider can customize performance of the suspension to his physiology, riding style or preferences, as well as the chosen terrain of the Enduro event
  • How Do Enduro Motorcycles Look? 

    Well, at first glance it is safe to say that an Enduro bike is a lot like a motocross (MX) bike. Also, MX bikes have often been used by a number of riders in Enduro racing. Of course these MX bikes were all modified significantly to include features such as those mentioned above. Enduro bikes go through severe demands in an Enduro race, thus they require more maintenance compared to a regular street bike.

    The maintenance makes sure that the Enduro motorcycles are able to maintain their peak operating capability and is somewhat similar to that of MX bikes. However there is a slight difference in that the Enduro motorcycles will need more collision prevention/ repair maintenance.

    Until quite recently, manufacturers developed Enduro bikes totally different from the MX bikes (one reason why MX bikes were used in Enduro events). These Enduro motorcycles were developed with longer service-life engines, equipped with more resilient components and with less importance placed on weight as there are no lower-limits on bike weights in a class in Enduro racing events. Now they are also developed with other Enduro specific considerations.

    Vintage Enduro Motorcycles 

    1972 Yamaha RT-2 360 Enduro by twm1340

    1972 Yamaha RT-2 360 Enduro

    1973 Cooper 250 Enduro by twm1340

    1973 Cooper 250 Enduro

    HPIM0197 by faltacz

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    HPIM0101 by faltacz

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    HPIM0160 by faltacz

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    Yamaha Enduro Motorcycles 

    All latest Yamaha Enduro comes with newer, durable, faster and lighter parts. You can find Yamaha Enduro brands such as XT, WR, TT, GT, LT, HT, DT, CT here.

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    Honda Enduro Motorcycles 

    Honda Enduro models that are available are XR, CRF, CL and XL600R in the market. Click here for more.

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    Kawasaki Enduro Motorcycles 

    Kawasaki Enduro models that are available are KLX, KDX and KLR. Click here for more.

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    Suzuki Enduro Motorcycles 

    Suzuki Enduro models that are available are DR-Z and many more in the market. Click here for more.

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    KTM Enduro Motorcycles 

    KTM Enduro models available out there are EXC, EXE-R and many more. Click here for more.

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    Lifan Enduro Motorcycles 

    Lifan Enduro models available out there are GY, G15 and many more. While the Lifan name comes from China, some people say that the quality and its power are almost at par with the Japanese made Enduro motorcycles. They are on its way to making its mark in Enduro racing. Watch out for Lifan Enduro Motorcycles.

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    Enduro Motorcycle Posters 

    If you can't buy the bike, poster will do

    Art Poster Wood Framed Print - Montesa Enduro 250 Motorcycle Poster - Artist: unknown- Poster Size: 24 X 18

    This Montesa Enduro 250 motorcycle poster is made with high quality poster paper of about 24 x 18 inches in size. Framed with a high quality black wood frame and made to enjoy for years to come.

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    Your Feedback On Enduro Motorcycles 

    ...or whatever

    Whether you are an Enduro biker yourself or this is something you just heard about today, please let me know what you think. Everybody's welcomed to drop a line or two. Thanks!

    Lensmaster

    DVickers wrote

    Nice lens! My current bike is a little more street oriented (2006 Buell Ulysses), but I'm hoping to add a more dirt friendly enduro to the stable in the next year or two. I had a MX bike a few years ago, and I'm starting to get the dirt bug again. If you get a chance, check out my Adventure Motorcycle blog.

    Reply Posted November 22, 2008

    JConwell wrote...

    Great lens, I love watching Enduro!
    5 Stars

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    ReplyPosted September 09, 2008

    krisManuel wrote...

    Hey Tommy! another great lens! 5*
    If you have time, check out my brand new lens V Powered! Thanks!

    ReplyPosted May 08, 2008

    mudslinger wrote...

    wow, i never knew about all these enduro bikes. looks awesome. thanks for a great and informative lens....

    ReplyPosted December 04, 2007

    corebizstyle wrote...

    Great bikes. 5* Denver Colorado

    ReplyPosted November 30, 2007

     
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