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RACE ENGINES DEBUT AT INTERMOT These ultra-lightweight parallel twins, incorporating Maxsym''s patented balance system, are set to become the new force in road race motorcycles, supermotos, superkarts, ATVs and single seater race cars. These versatile race engines are available in a range of specifications generating 70-110 bhp at between 11,000 & 14,000 rpm. All this delivered in a compact package weighing between 30-37.5kg (including transmission) - again depending on specification - giving a power to weight ratio previously only seen in moto gp! The engines will be sold to vehicle OEMs, race teams & individual competitors. ''Where else can you buy purpose-designed race engines like these?'' asks Guy Heathcote, Maxsym''s Commercial Director. ''They fill a distinct void in the market.'' The display at Intermot includes a GP500 in superkart specification with intake ports to the front of the engine and a GP600 in supermoto specification with exhausts to the front. Each features a 6-speed sequential (cassette-style) transmission & dry clutch. ''We are absolutely delighted with the design,'' enthuses Patrick Walker, Maxsym''s MD. ''We have managed to offer no compromise race engines and yet give customers the flexibility to choose the ideal build option for their vehicle.'' The base engines are even available with a fixed reduction gear in place of the transmission for the direct-drive personal watercraft and snowmobile racing world. This unit weighs between 24 to 30kg depending on specification. A 450cc version is a future possibility as well. Retail prices start from £4995. Build options include transmission & dry clutch, fully programmable EMS & sensors, barrel throttle, butterfly throttle or carburettors. For the ultimate lightweight option, magnesium crankcases and cover sets, as well as titanium con rods are all available. An intense development programme will be carried out over the winter. Dynamometer testing will be completed at Maxsym''s state of the art test facility, with in-vehicle testing being done in collaboration with UK-based development partners such as Zip Kart in superkart & WIRE in supermoto. First deliveries will be made in March next year ready for the 2005 season. A nominal deposit of £250 (approx. 400 euros) will secure one of the first production engines.
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