2014 Sherco Enduro Model Presentation

2014 SHERCO ENDURO MODEL PRESENTATION

DidierTirard(French Plant Manager for the EnduroModels)
- Production Increase
- Neworganizationwith increased emphasis on quality
-Integration of the new 2T model
-Evolution of the 4T
GregoryDenain(Engineer from the ResearchDivision)
2504T:
-Newlong-strokeengine
-Bore andstrokechanged: 54.8 x76mm.
-Newlightweightcrankshaft, new cylinder, new piston76mm diameter.
-Compression ratio: 13.2:1
-MaximumRPM: 13,500rev /min
- Cylinder Headredesign in order to improve performance and optimizeengine performance at low speeds.
3004T:
-New Synerject injectionsystem on thelong-strokeengine
-Maximum RPM: 13,000rev /min
-New cylinderheadwith30mm steel intake valve
- 42 mm diameter throttle body
-Newignition system, new flywheel that hasreducedinertia
Common design changes 250/3004T

Engine:
- Newwaterpump impeller
-Strengthenedcenter engine case at thecrankshaft bearings along with newbearingsand astiffercrankshaft
- Gearbox optimized, number of internal parts reduced
Chassis:
-NewTrailTechcomputerwithmaintenance indicatorandoperation hours function.
-Revisedrear shock absorbersettings
4554T:
-Newproduction modelfor 2014

- Presentation Milan November
- New model released to compete in races such as: Trèfle Lozérien-MoroccoRally-Dakar

LionelCarenzi(Technician fromR& D)
-Modern system
-Steepermotorto manage theidle andenginebraking
-Pressure sensorin the inletbodythat managesthe injection timeand adjuststhemix based on the airfilter contamination
- Ability toupdatethecalibrationvia the internet
-Synerjectinjectionsystem: 30 month project
- Motorcycles have been runningwith this system

Nicolas Lopez (Engineer from the Research Division)

250/300 2 T:

Engine:

-Position of the electric starter

-Choice of electronic valves

-Description of the valves and boosters

-Choice of high performance components (Kokusan electronic system - Keihin carburettor V Force Reed Valves - Twin Air Air Filter – Custom Skidplate)

Chassis:

-Maximum torsional stiffness

-Flexibility in bending for rider comfort

-Riding position adaptable to riders of different sizes

-High capacity fuel tank and position in the framework

-General ergonomics of the motorcycle (from the 4T experience)

-Special suspension settings for the 2T (Sherco test rider input)

Philippe Margal (R & D technician)
250/300
Engine:
-Long stroke design

250

-More responsive at low rpm (250)

300

-Increased torque spread over the entire power band

-Increased power by using the 30mm intake valve

-Reduced engine braking

250/300

Chassis:

-Rear shock mount revised

Didier Valade (French Commercial Manager)

-Establishes national network policy: coordinates with riders (Sherco academy) in each region that serves as support for representatives of the brand and their dealers in France (ambassadors)

-Objective: each customer can find a dealer in their local region for more effective support of our customers

Arnau Vilardell (International Sales Manager)

-International network policy

-Competition

Alexandre Ponsich (International Sales Manager)

-International network policy

-Competition