How fast does a 700cc dirt-bike go?
110 mph
A Honda CR500 piston in an ATK 700 cylinder. With the ATK 700 you received a mighty 685cc two-stroke that pumped out 78 horsepower and boasted a top speed in excess of 110 mph. It had an MSRP of $12,995. It also weighed just 238 pounds dry.
How fast is a Maico 700?
Top speed: 110 mph Whether packing the Maico 620 or 700 engine, the limited edition ATK Intimidator has long been in the running for fastest dirt bike in the world. The 700 houses a 685cc two-stroke engine capable of 78 hp for a bike with a dry weight of just 238 pounds.
Where are Maico bikes made?
Germany
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Why did maico stop making dirt bikes?
THE BEGINNING OF THE END OF MAICO MOTORCYCLES The biggest problem was infighting between the family members. The bitter feuding set the stage for a spectacular crash. Maicos had a good reputation throughout their years and were highly competitive bikes. But the wheels were coming off the Maico line.
How fast is a 500cc dirt bike?
A 500cc single cylinder bike has a top speed of almost 100 mph. A bike with a 600cc engine can go over 100 mph.
Which dirt bike has the most horsepower?
The 2019 Honda CRF450 has the most horsepower and torque—it just needs a more accurate and resilient chassis to harness it. 1. At 6000 rpm, the Kawasaki KX450 makes the most horsepower (37.68). However, the Honda (37.52) and KTM (37.47) are on a whisker behind.
What happened to the 700cc Maico two-stroke?
This 700cc two-stroke was a short-lived project brought to the U.S. by Frank White of ATK. Even though it says ATK on the side of the tank it was the last vestige of Maico. After family problems caused the break-up of Maico in the mid ’80s, the tooling and the intellectual rights went to a Dutch company.
Can a 700cc Maico get 20mpg?
No, it can’t. A Maico 700 owner over on Thumpertalk weighed his and it came in at 270lbs. My old 89 CR500 gets about 20mpg in the boonies. I’d expect at least 25 on the street. The 2 gal stocker was good for almost half a days ride.
What happened to Maico dirt bikes?
After family problems caused the break-up of Maico in the mid ’80s, the tooling and the intellectual rights went to a Dutch company. The gigantic two-stroke motor, as it turned out, was great to power sidecars, and that’s what the company specialized in for the next 30 years. But they still made a few dirt bikes.
Is the 700cc ATK Intimidator the new Maico M-star?
The 700cc ATK is certainly in the running for that title. Naturally, our attention was drawn to the 700. Based on the latest technology from the folks who built the famed Maico/M-Star motors, the Intimidator (good name!) has a piston big enough to use to mix paint in.