Triumph Motorcycles has officially launched the long-awaited TF 250-X, which boasts a class-leading power-to-weight ratio and a specification package to contest the ultra-competitive 250cc motocross market.
The four-stroke competition model is an all-new design, developed entirely by Triumph in collaboration with racing champions including Ricky Carmichael and Iván Cervantes. The performance racing powertrain and aluminium chassis are ultra-compact and lightweight, with top-quality components already fitted out of the crate.
Triumph Motorcycles’ chief product manager, Steve Sargent, said: “The launch of the TF 250-X is the culmination of a significant commitment and investment from Triumph, to not just bring a totally new bike to the motocross world, but to deliver a winning performance. To achieve this, we are focused on delivering the most complete package for any riding level, from champion to amateur.
“This bike is 100% Triumph, conceived, designed, developed and manufactured by our world-leading chassis and engine teams, with expert support from our racing champions. We started with a blank sheet of paper and began an all-new ground-up design, including new engine, new chassis and new electronics.”
Triumph has already appointed a network of specialist motocross dealerships, which will be offering sales, servicing, parts and a dedicated range of apparel, backed by a mobile-optimised 24/7 online parts supply system, so customers can order for express delivery straight from the track.
The Triumph-developed racing powertrain comprises a competition four-stroke single with a forged aluminium piston and titanium valves. The motor also has low-friction carbon coatings, lightweight magnesium covers and an Exedy Belleville clutch. Advanced engine management and tunability are complemented by the optional MX Tune Pro app, enabling riders to use real-time selectable mapping with an engine sensor dashboard and live diagnostic functionality.
The unique aluminium chassis has a high-strength, lightweight spine frame with twin cradles designed for the optimum balance of performance, mass and flexibility. Triumph claims that the bike’s total weight will see the TF 250-X set a new benchmark for the best power-to-weight ratio in the category. It also delivers a high level of adaptability to suit different riders and styles.
The TF 250-X features premium componentry throughout, which includes KYB suspension, Brembo floating-calipers, a Galfer disc-braking system, and DirtStar 7000 Series aluminium rims with machined aluminium hubs fitted with Pirelli Scorpion tyres.
Prices for the TF 250-X will start from £9795 and it will be available from specialist Triumph MX and Enduro Centres across Europe, Australia and USA, with 300 due to be in operation by the end of 2024. These are dedicated, fully trained, specialist off-road centres providing sales, servicing, parts, clothing and race support.
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