After one year of development, AJP is now ready to show the final version of their most anticipated new motorcycle, the PR7. The new model will be officially launched at EICMA. The core values of the prototype first presented one year ago at the Intermot show, but AJP also decided to take some features to a new level, creating one the omost exciting models of the last years for all trail lovers and real off roaders.

The trail segment is still one of the most dynamic in the motorcycle industry, with all major manfacturers being present, some oof them with a considerable number of alternatives, ofering a wide range of products, and above all with a market performance that shadows the historically popular motorcycle segments.

The finalized PR7 design.

AJP is, from the very first day, a brand with off road on its veins and any new model must follow the roots, even if we are entering a very important segment and fighting with all the big names of the industry. The PR7 is easy to define: a real off road bike, light, compact, agile, but comfortable, capable of a good mileage and designed to carry luggage.

From the first prototype AJP kept the new generation of the proven hybrid frame made of aluminum and steel, now even lighter, compact and rigid, using two lightweight twin spars bolted to the compact steering head that is used also as an oil reservoir.

Pre production 3D model shown above.The AJP PR7 is equipped with top suspensions, showing a massive inverted front fork with full adjustability, 48mm inner tubes and a generous stroke of 300mm. That’s why we say this is a real off road bike bike with real dirt heritage.

On the rear, the cast aluminum swinging arm is another trademark of the brand and the progressive linkage takes full advantage of the piggyback fully adjustable rear shock, capable of 280mm of travel. Brakes are well dimensioned with a 300mm front disc operated by a two piston caliper, and a 240mm rear rotor, allowing for a good power on the tarmac, ease of use and a great feel on the dirt.

Overall dimensions are compact and everybody knows how important is to have a bike where you feel at home when riding on your foot. This is possible because like in all other AJP models, the fuel tank is located under the seat, creating a narrow line but also mass centralization and not reducing the tank capacity, with a total of 17 liters. A change from the first prototype is the location of the fuel cap, now in front of the seat.

Weight will be 165kg (363 lbs) with full tank and all fluids included, on a bike designed to conquer mountains or deserts all over the world, using the traditional wheels of a mid-size trail (90/90-21 and 140/80-18 tires, front and rear respectively), built with the very best materials in terms of spokes, rims and hubs, because we want all future adventurers to ride on all kinds of terrain, with no fears or limitations.

Pre production 3D model shown above.The biggest change from the first prototype is the new 600cc single cylinder produced by SWM. This is a compact, light and modern unit, perfect to fit in the philosophy of the model, but also a great option if you consider that it is equipped with balancer shaft (low vibration) and a six speed gearbox, allowing for the perfect exploration of the strong but smooth power produced by the liquid cooled single cylinder, with double overhead camshaft and four valves. The bore and stroke ratio is not radical and you can expect good torque in the low and middle rpm range from the 100 x 76,4 mm unit, fed by a modern fuel injection system with a 45 mm throttle body.

Experienced users know that there is nothing like a single to ride on the dirt, a predictable engine with small dimensions and immediate response from the smallest throttle opening, but with this unit, there is also room for traveling on the road with smoothness and enough power to cruise on the highway. Could the PR7 offer the best of both worlds? We will have to ride it! The new AJP PR7 will be available in September 2016. MotoAJP.com

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