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The new motocross engine generation from KTM in the 450 cm3 and 480 cm3 displacement classes

Die neue Motocross-Motorengeneration von KTM in den Hubraumklassen 450 cm3 und 480 cmcm3

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Developing two displacement variations, KTM has revamped its range of engines especially for the MX1 and MX3 motocross classes. After a 36-month development period, a unique engine with a 450 cm3 displacement has been created, which — by enlarging the bore — forms the basis for a 477.5 cm3 displacement for the MX3 class. The Otto (i.e. 4-stroke combustion) engine with four-valve technology is a brand new proprietary development by KTM featuring exceptional characteristics and an especially broad usable rpm range.

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  1. Florian Ebner
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  2. Peter Gorbach
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  3. Bernd Van Eickels
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Ebner, F., Gorbach, P., Van Eickels, B. et al. The new motocross engine generation from KTM in the 450 cm3 and 480 cm3 displacement classes. MTZ Worldw 68, 2–5 (2007). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03226810

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