The Fantic range of two-strokes receive updates to suspension, graphics and protective components for 2012, with the two-stroke TZ125, 250 and 300 enduro models joined by a 250cc four-stroke and a 125 motocrosser.
The Gas Gas-powered Italian-made machines have upgraded to the closed-cartridge 48mm Marzocchi fork while a carbon fibre bashplate replaces the alloy unit. The range also gets a new rear swingarm and linkage that offers additional travel, new crankcase for improved lubrication, and an updated silencer. The models get a facelift with red becoming the prominent colour on the formerly white seat and plastics. It also receives red anodised forks, clutch and engine covers.
Fantics new TZ125 motocross model that will be available in 2012
The bikes have kept the black powder-coated Excel rims but the steering rake adjustment has gone, although it can be ordered as an extra. A 250 four-stroke will join the Fantic line-up in 2012, though Aussie specs are yet to be finalised. And a 125cc motocrosser will also be brought into Australia, but Simon Wiseman from Australian Fantic distributor, Sportswise, says, "the 125s will be available in limited quantities". Wiseman goes on to tell us the price tags will remain the same for 2012 models and should arrive in early March.
TZ250 Specs
Fantic gets a makeover this year. Look at all the trick red anodised parts on the TZ250
Engine: Single Cylinder 2 stroke, Euro 3, Liquid Cooled
Bore and Stroke: 66.4 x 72
Displacement: 249.3 cc
Carburettor: Kehin PWK 38
Intake: V Force
Ignition: Kokusan , Electronic with Dual Mapping(Hard \ Soft)
Starter: Kick starter (optional Electric )
Gears: 6
Clutch: Hydraulic Brembo -Multi Disc in Oil Bath
Exhaust: Big One Team Expansion and Silencer
Frame: CrMo Perimeter Frame
Rear Swingarm: Removable Aluminium
Front Tyres: 90\90x21
Rear Tyres: 140\80x18
Wheels: Takasago Excell anodized Black
Front Brakes: Nissin - Floating "Wave" Disc 260 mm
Rear Brakes: Nissin - "Wave" Disc 220 mm
Front Suspension: Marzocchi 48mm - dual Cartridge - triple adjustment- Stroke 300 mm
Rear Suspension: Mono Rear Ohlins 888- triple adjustment- Stroke 315 mm
Handlebars: Tommaselli "TOMMY" CNC - diameter 28,
Length: 2060 mm
Seat Height: 940 mm
Wheel base: 1473 mm
Weight: 103 kg
Fuel Capacity: 9.5 litres
Features: Carbon Engine Guard; Hydraulic Quick release front and rear Axle; Handguards
TZ300 Specs
Give me more power! The TZ300 - or more accurately 294.7cc
Engine: Single Cylinder 2 stroke, Euro 3, Liquid Cooled
Bore and Stroke: 72 x 72
Displacement: 294.7 cc
Carburettor: Kehin PWK 38
Intake: V Force
Ignition: Kokusan , Electronic with Dual Mapping(Hard \ Soft)
Starter: Kick starter (optional Electric )
Gears: 6
Clutch: Hydraulic Brembo -Multi Disc in Oil Bath
Exhaust: Big One Team Expansion and Silencer
Frame: CrMo Perimeter Frame
Rear Swingarm: Removable Aluminium
Front Tyres: 90\90x21
Rear Tyres: 140\80x18
Wheels: Takasago Excel anodized Black
Front Brakes: Nissin - Floating "Wave" Disc 260 mm
Rear Brakes: Nissin - "Wave" Disc 220 mm
Front Suspension: Marzocchi 48mm - dual Cartridge - triple adjustment- Stroke 300 mm
Rear Suspension: Mono Rear Ohlins 888- triple adjustment- Stroke 315 mm
Handlebars: Tommaselli "TOMMY" CNC - diameter 28,
Length: 2060 mm
Seat Height: 940 mm
Wheel base: 1473 mm
Weight: 103 kg
Fuel Capacity: 9,5 litres
Features: Carbon Engine Guard; Hydraulic Quick release front and rear Axle; Handguards
