2012 Sherco Trials Model

Sherco have released details of their new 2012 Trials model, featuring further improvements that Sherco claims will increase performance and overall handling of the bike.

The new 2012 Sherco has a new appearance, but which masks profound and important revisions incorporated in the new model. Outwardly the most visible change is the new Tech front suspension units with 39mm tubes and an effective stroke of 165mm. The rear suspension is also completely new with a new R16V shock absorber, new mounts, new linkage and the shock has been repositioned.

Another significant new improvement is the new airbox with a complete new design that is more compact and more accessible; it also includes a new air filter element. This redesign has allowed the relocation of the inlet to the carburettor to be more direct, thus improving air flow to the new Keihin 28mm carburettor. These changes have improved the engine power, enabling it to obtain extremely high speeds, however still maintaining an excellent linear power delivery in all of its stages. In case of a fall in water, the airbox is equipped with a drain that helps prevent accidental entry of water into the engine.

At the rear of the bike, both the silencer and fuel tank have received minor modifications. The muffler incorporates new interior baffles. The fuel tank interior compartments have been redesigned to better distribute the fuel; a small shut off valve has been incorporated in front of the fuel pump inlet which provides constant fuel flow to the carburettor. At the front end the radiator has been lowered in order to allow a wider steering angle. The radiator grille is new and is attached to the fan housing.

The engine skidplate, along with its rubber buffers, have been redesigned to provide additional protection to the engine. There have been small engine revisions; the highlight is the externally located Hidria electronic unit that incorporates two standard power curves.

New 2012 Sherco ST features

– New Tech Front Suspension
– New rear suspension design, new anchorage and machined linkage
– New R16V Rear Shock – New muffler
– New design fuel tank interior compartments
– New filter box – New air filter
– New carburettor position along with new intake nozzle redesign
– New externally mounted Hidria electronic ignition unit
– New skidplate with new rubber buffers