compact and rigid, with twin spars
bolted to the steering head that second
as an oil reservoir.
The AJP PR7 is equipped with top-shelf
suspension components, sporting a
massive inverted front fork with full
adjustability, stout 48mm internal
tubes and a generous 11.8 inches
(300mm) of travel. On the rear, the
cast aluminium swing arm is a
trademark of the brand and the
progressive
piggyback rear shock, which offers
11.0 inches (280mm) of travel. Brakes
are well appointed with a single 300mm front
disc operated by a two piston calliper, and a
240mm rear rotor.
Overall dimensions are compact and provide
good ergonomics for stand up riding. An under
seat tank keeps mass centralized and the bike
maintains a narrow profile, while still offering
4.5 American gallons (17 litres) of fuel
capacity. A change from the first prototype is
the location of the fuel cap, now conveniently
placed in front of the seat.
The weight of the new PR7 with a full tank of
fuel and all fluids included is just 165kg. The
bike rides on traditional off-road wheel sizes
(90/90-21 and 140/80-18 tires, front and
rear respectively), built with heavy-duty spokes,
rims and hubs.
ENGINE
The biggest change from the first prototype is
a new 600cc single-cylinder engine produced
single cylinder used in the Husqvarna TE630
until 2013). This is a compact, light and
modern unit, a perfect fit for the philosophy
behind the model.
It's also a great option for an Adventure Touring
bike if you consider that it is equipped with a
balance shaft (to reduce vibration) and a six-
speed gearbox, allowing for full use of the
strong but smooth power produced by the dual
overhead cam, four-valve, liquid-cooled single.
The bore and stroke ratio is conventional,
producing good torque at low to middle RPM,
fed by a modern fuel injection system with a
45mm throttle body. Experienced off-road
riders will appreciate the torquey single and
smaller chassis in the dirt, but the PR7 is also
versatile enough to travel comfortably on the
road at speed.
The new bike is expected to be available for
sale in the UK by September 2016.