The KL Raticosa 500 X is produced by Tibet Everest Colove Motorcycle Ltd and will be distributed by Pelpi International. The bike is powered by the Loncin 471 CC 48 horsepower parallel twin engine.
The standard equipment is interesting Among the most vital segments in the world of two wheels is that of adventure. Virtually all the most important brands are fighting on this ground and even during the last edition of EICMA we had proof of how the game can still be very long, to the benefit of customers who will see the offer expanded. Obviously they could not miss the bikes made in China, as evidenced by the arrival on the Italian market of KL Raticosa 500 X .
KL Raticosa 500 X: the characteristics
Muscular looks, driving practicality, displacements and powers (and therefore prices) suitable for the most disparate needs: these are some of the characteristics that have allowed the adventures to earn the cover in the sales figures of the motorcycle sector. Over time, the audience has become increasingly large and those looking for a motorcycle full of performance and emotions have been joined by those who, perhaps, are looking for an alternative to the scooter, knowing they can get a “real” bike at a low cost.
If Benelli TRK 502 is the reference in terms of sales, the KL Raticosa 500 X could represent a curious novelty. The motorcycle, produced by the Chinese Tibet Everest Colove Motorcycle Ltd, in fact, it is a new entry only for the national market. It is already sold abroad under other brands and names, such as Macbor Montana XR5 or Daytona Maverick 500. To the eye there is a certain resemblance to the BMW R1250GS , but the points of contact are quite limited.
The KL Raticosa 500 X, with a declared weight of 178 kg, is powered by the 471 CC Loncin parallel twin engine (Honda-inspired) capable of delivering a maximum power of 48 horsepower at 8,500 rpm and a maximum torque of 43 Nm at 7,000 turns. As for the chassis, the manufacturer opted for a steel frame and Kayaba suspension with an upside-down fork at the front.
The wheels have spoked rims, 19-inch at the front and 17 at the rear. The disc braking system is signed by Nissin . The standard package is completed by the LED headlights, the LCD display, the USB socket, the side cases of 37 liters each and the rear one of 20 liters. The bike will be on sale at a price of 8,449.49Â usd.
