Rokon has been manufacturing several all-wheel drive motorcycle models for almost seven decades, like this one Ranger Dual Sport Edition of the last batch that we show you today. Back in the day we talked to you in depth about the origin of the 1995 Rokon Scout and its sidecar, where we detailed in depth the beginnings of the Californian brand currently based in Rochester, New Hampshire.
As we can see in these images of the Ranger Dual Sport Edition, very little has changed the aesthetics and philosophy of the model with respect to its predecessors. Its high level of versatility and ease of moving over any terrain have made it the ideal vehicle for the US Armed Forces, the Forest Service and the US Department of Fish and Game, as explained by New Atlas. .
Rokon Ranger Dual Sport Edition: Almost unstoppable on any terrain
Today we don’t think there are many motorcycles that can pull anything less than 907 kilograms and climb slopes of up to 60% gradient. These figures are those declared by the Ranger Dual Sport Edition. To do this, it uses a simple Kohler single-cylinder four-stroke air-cooled engine of barely 208cc. This translates into a power of 7 HP at 3,600 rpm and a maximum torque of 12.4 Nm at 2,800 revolutions.
However, its secret is in its 2WD traction that pulls its 12” wheels in an efficient and linear way. Furthermore, their barely 100 kilograms in running ordermake it a very manageable mount, which is helped by the height of its seat, located just 77.5cm from the ground. To all this is added a three-speed gearbox with automatic torque converter, which manages to develop a maximum speed of 59 km/h.
Other relevant details of the Rokon Rnger Dual Sport Edition are related to its cycle part, where we find a simple tubular steel structure as a chassis, double brake disc, one per axle, or a suspension system with double front and rear shock absorbers. rigid type at the rear.
Beyond this we have the basic elements for its approval to be able to travel on the road: Lighting and flashing system, rearview mirrors or a digital instrument panel that shines for its simplicity.
Rokon also offers us, to complete the equipment of the Ranger Dual Sport Edition, a wide list of optional accessories, which include, among others, a sidecar or an extended luggage rack. All of this that starts from the $10,575just over 10,000 euros in exchange. It may seem like a lot or a little, but what is clear is that the Dual Sport Edition is a totally different motorcycle from what we are used to, and with capabilities that are difficult to match.
