Unveiling the FT450 at Motoverse 2024
Royal Enfield picked the glorious Motoverse 2024 to announce its new FT450 Flat Tracker-a motorcycle engineered purely for flat-track racing. The F50 Flat Tracker design promises to revolutionize the flat-track segment, defining bold aesthetics and performance-first engineering, and thus becoming a milestone in Royal Enfield's journey into motorsports.
Engine and Performance
The Royal Enfield FT450 engine consists of the same powertrain with the Guerilla 450. It has a liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine with a displacement of 452 cc, developing 40 BHP and 40 Nm of torque, this engine is paired with a 6-speed gearbox, ensuring smooth gear transition while providing adequate performance under competitive flat-track racing conditions.
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Custom Design and Features
Refined specifically for flat-track racing, the single-seat Royal Enfield FT450 features flaunt custom bodywork and a short tail section for a cleaner minimalist look. The unit features U-shaped handlebars and an upswept exhaust, which offers racing appeal while further boosting dirt track functionality.
Advanced Chassis and Suspension
Royal Enfield FT450 is designed for agility, and it rides on a lightweight chassis with telescopic fronts that handle the needs of high-speed maneuverability. The Royal Enfield FT450 specs include 17-inch wire-spoke wheels, fitted with dual-purpose tires, are the perfect compromise for grip and versatility on the unpredictable surfaces of flat-track circuits.
Fuel Injection Optimization
T4 Royal Enfield FT450 performance is boosted by the Powertronic Fuel X Autotune fuel injection optimizer which is a boon in enhancing racing credentials of the FT450. This system provides an accurate delivery of fuel that translates to efficient and powerful performance under different track conditions.
With the FT450 now, Royal Enfield has truly entered the motorsport arena and produced a bike for the full-time professional racer and flat-track enthusiast.