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The Jetmax
250 is powered by a sophisticated electric start 249cc four-stroke
motor, boasting a four-valve cylinder head, single overhead
camshaft, a balance shaft and BOSCH electronic fuel injection.
This is married to a fully automatic, constantly variable transmission,
which makes it a true 'twist-and-go' machine.
The large diameter,
twin hydraulic front disc brakes with twin-piston callipers
and single hydraulic rear disc brake are the sort of specifications
you might expect on a quality sports motorcycle.
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The large
diameter, 15 inch front wheel and 14 inch rear wheel, are true
'Maxi Scooter' class and certainly help the Jetmax to roll over
the worst undulations and bomb holes in the nation's rapidly
deteriorating tarmac.
The Jetmax offers
exceptional storage capacity, with the under-seat storage area
easily taking a full face crash helmet and a bag full of groceries.
There is also another lockable storage space under the handlebars,
which can easily accommodate gloves, keys, sunglasses, phone,
etc.. This storage space also has a USB connection to plug into
your MP3 player, which then plays though the speakers in the
front console. Or you can just tune into the standard fitment
radio and pick a station.
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Scooters
may be viewed as short distance commuters by some, but today's
modern scooters are capable of far more than a dash to the shops
and my first ride on the Jetmax was a wet and windy 270 mile ride
from WK's base in Lincolnshire back to the south coast. This took
in the A1, M11, M25 and the Dartford Bridge under threat of closure
due to high winds and the twisty A and B roads of Kent and East
Sussex - and it did it all with ease in under four and a half
hours. Bearing in mind that it was brand new and running in, it
managed around 70mpg, which, considering there was a headwind
as well for most of the journey, was a more than satisfactory
figure which will certainly be bettered as the engine loosens
up. Everything worked well in grotty weather conditions and although
brand new, it cruised at the legal limit with
plenty more to come. A very impressive and actually very enjoyable
first outing.
That first ride
convinced me that touring is a definite option on the Jetmax
and a trip to the south of France is now being planned. I'll
report back from the Med!
View WK Jetmax
250 spec »
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At a time when most
scooter companies are pulling the reins in, WK, a new and exciting
two-wheeled brand, are set to launch a fresh range of quality,
affordable scoots. we 'TAG'd' along to get the low down.
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"We're
in it for the long haul. We know we can make WK into a great
brand and that's exactly what we are going to do. It's going
to take time, but we're prepared for that. We've got a fantastic
line-up of machines, a proven operations system and the right
attitude to make WK into what we want it to be; a respected
and well thought of brand of scooter."
With words like
that you can't help but feel enthusiastic towards WK Bikes Brand
Manager Henry Maplethorpe's operation. We sat him down over
a cup of tea to get the ins and outs of his recently launched
scooter range. TWIST&GO
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WK has announced
the Trail 125, a trail style machine designed with comfort
and function in mind.
Fully adjustable
front and rear suspension give a superb ride and WK's proven
SOHC 124cc air-cooled motor with five speed transmission provides
both electric and kick start.
Available in
black or white from April, the WK Trail 125 will retail at
an attractive £1499 including VAT.
Locate a WK bikes dealer »
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WK 125R GAINS SCORPION
STING
September 9th 2010
The new WK range
of of motorcycles and scooters has quickly built a reputation
for quality, performance and exceptional value for money. The
sports 125 class WK125R model has proven to be an immediate
hit and the follow-on demand for aftermarket parts has resulted
in a technical partnership with leading British exhaust manufacturer
Scorpion.
The introduction of a stylish new exhaust system for the WK125R
is designed to maximise all-round performance while keeping
within noise regulations. The oval section stainless steel silencer
comes complete with link pipe, header pipe and all the necessary
nuts and bolts to allow a simple and fast fitment.
The Scorpion system improves peak power by 16% and gives a weight
saving of 2.5kg over the standard system. Manufactured from
the highest grade T304 stainless steel, the 300mm long silencer
is fitted with Scorpion's unique 'Edge' outlet design.
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complete with a one-bolt removable baffle which produces a sporty,
but legal, increase in the exhaust note.
SRP - £299.00
including VAT
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