SMR stands for Super Moto Race, which should tell you everything you need to know about this bike. Though it was street legal from the dealership, this bike would be wasted on most public roads. It’s for the most aggressive curves you can find – hopefully within a few minutes of your house, otherwise you should be trailering it! These are already quite rare in the US, but this example stands out as it’s been given the front forks from a Ducati 1098. The stock items were high quality anyway (45mm Marzocchis) so I’m wondering what prompted the builder to change it up.
The 449cc thumper was good for 48 horsepower. The fuel tank was just shy of 2.5 gallons so range was limited to about 70 miles per tank. But that’s OK, because if you’re riding this the way it’s supposed to be ridden, you’ll need a rest before you’ve covered 70 miles. For more on the SMR, check out this review from MCN.
Complementing the unexpected suspension tweaks are some understandable changes – Marchesini forged billet aluminum wheels, Arrow exhaust, and custom rear sets. The speedometer is apparently inoperative but the seller says the bike has 35 hours and approximately 1,700 miles on it – just 30 of which came from the current seller’s time with the bike since January of 2013. The bike is said to be registered but it is on non-operation, which may explain the old registration sticker on the license plate. Throw a sidestand back on it and give yourself the most exciting commute you’ve ever had!
Find this bonkers Husky for sale in San Rafael, California for $4,700 here on Craigslist.
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