Can you turn any dirt bike into a supermoto?

You can turn almost any dirt bike into a Supermoto. It’s really a question of how much effort and money you want to put into it. Many motocross bikes make excellent supermotos, and if you plan on racing Supermoto competitively they are a good choice.

How much does a supermoto build cost?

Conversion for supermoto can be as simple and inexpensive as just installing a set of dual-sport/street tires on your stock rims and running the bike in sportsman class. Maybe $250. Or conversion for supermoto can be as complex and expensive with 17″ rims, big brakes, sportbike tires, etc. Maybe $1200.

What are supermoto bikes good for?

Supermotos hold true to their history by having the most versatility of any motorcycle available. You can off-road, jump, rip through canyon twisties, cruise the city, stunt, crash, race, and look good at Starbucks. It’s one of, if not the only bike that does everything well, but yet nothing great.

What is the best bike to build a supermoto?

Husqvarna FC350. There’s no question that the Husqvarna FC350 offers a superior balance of handling and power. That’s why it’s one of the best dirt bikes to turn into a supermoto. It features the agility of a 250 but offers the power-to-weight ratio of a 450.

What makes a supermoto A supermoto?

So what is supermoto? Supermoto bikes are essentially dirtbikes with slick tyres and upgraded suspension and brakes. Tracks are usually 75% asphalt (usually kart tracks) and with a 25% off road dirt section with jumps and berms. A lot of people skip the dirt and just ride on asphalt, so then its just like road racing.

Why are supermoto wheels smaller?

The answer is simple – speed. Smaller wheels let the tires rotate quicker so acceleration is snappier. Smaller wheels also have less centrifugal force so the forces making the bike stay upright aren’t as strong.

How do you make a supermoto street legal?

To convert this beast to a street legal supermoto, you’ll need to make some minor upgrades. Consider all the standard components such as the wheels, tires, turn signals, lights, digital speedometer, license plate bracket, hand guards plus a new front fender.

What is the point of supermoto?

Supermoto is a form of motorcycle racing held on race tracks that alternate between three kinds of track surfaces: the hard packed dirt of flat track, the irregular jumps and obstacles of motocross, and the paved tarmac of road racing.

Is an enduro street legal?

There has never been a street-legal enduro motorcycle as capable as this KTM. The KTM 500 EXC is essentially a full-blown racebike with lights, mirrors and turnsignals. It’s fully able to line up at the start of a cross-country or desert race and compete in stock form.