Perfectly placed between our much-loved 250 and awesome 300cc trial bikes, the TXT RACING 280 offers the perfect blend of 2-stroke power, low weight, and maneuverability - precisely what improving riders looking for increased power and super-agile handling need. And as with all our trial bikes, it's fitted with high-quality parts like a BRAKTEC hydraulic clutch and brakes, as well as leading suspension to ensure reliability and, most of all, a whole lot of riding fun.
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AIRBOX
There aren't many bikes that have an airbox with a such a clever design, but ours do! Not only does it house the top-quality Twin Air filter, but the overall structure also plays a vital role in allowing our trial bikes to be super slim. With easy access to the airbox, filter changes are made quick and easy with just one bolt safely securing the filter in place.
HANDLEBARS & GRIPS
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FUEL TANK
Redesigned for enhanced ergonomics while fitting seamlessly within the frame and bodywork, the compact 2.4-liter fuel tank is held in place with just one bolt, ensuring fast removal and quick re-installation.
Features & Benefits
HANDLING
FRAME
Strong, but with just the right amount of flex. That's how we build our trial frames, using tubular, 1.5mm 25CrMo4 chrome-moly steel for exceptional levels of rider feedback! Using advanced manufacturing processes, each one is crafted with laser cutting and robot welding. The end result is frames that are incredibly durable and ensure true trial performance. Weighing just 6kg, all frames are complete with a robust GASGAS-red powder coating. Lateral hangers made of forged aluminium connect the steering head zone with the large skid plate, that better protects the engine, lower frame rails, and linkage.
CNC MACHINED TRIPLE CLAMPS
Super cool and guaranteed to ensure front-end stability! Our silver anodized CNC machined triple clamps not only look the business, but they're incredibly lightweight and play a huge role in delivering precise handling.
TECH FORKS
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SHOCK ABSORBER
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SWINGARM
Slim, lightweight, and super-strong! Cast from a single piece of aluminum, the swingarms fitted to the entire TXT RACING range are manufactured with proven rigidity and optimal flex, to soak up the biggest of rear wheel hits with ease.
Features & Benefits
MOTOR
MOTOR
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CYLINDER HEAD
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CYLINDER & PISTON
The specially developed high-performance piston fitted inside the TXT RACING 280, together with the 76mm cylinder that features precisely positioned intake and exhaust ports, provide excellent torque and overall motor performance. Attached to the bike via aluminum brackets, the cylinders stays help reduce motor vibrations as well as further strengthening the compact steel frame.
CARBURETOR
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TRANSMISSION
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CRANKSHAFT
Spinning endlessly to ensure all elements of the 2-stroke TXT RACING 280 motor combine to produce smooth, tractable power, the perfectly balanced crankshaft delivers a 60mm stroke, features a closed main bearing made by SKF, and uses a strong, lightweight connecting rod that uses two needle bearings to ease lubrication and increase durability. It also drives the water pump impeller.
CRANKCASE
All of the internal motor parts on the TXT RACING 280 are held within our super-strong, light-weight crankcases. Not only are they incredible durable, in housing all moving shafts close to the bike's center of gravity the design is both hugely compact and aids bike maneuverability and handling.
EXHAUST SYSTEM
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CLUTCH
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Features & Benefits
PARTS
KICKSTARTER
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BRAKTEC BRAKES
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FAN AND RADIATORS
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WHEELS
They're built to last. Strength and reliability combine to create high performing wheels that will stand the test of time. With a CNC machined hub connected to the cool, black anodized aluminum rims from MORAD with lightweight spokes, this wheelset is capable of soaking up the hardest of hits. Up front, the aluminum axle is low in weight, high in strength, and plays a huge part in ensuring the front-end has a lightweight feeling.
TYRES
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IGNITION/ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
HIDRIA ignitions generate stronger power, which stabilizes idling and creates a cleaner response from the bottom end. Depending on your riding style and weather conditions, the handlebar mounted map switch allows for a choice of two ignition curves, which can be selected for tailored power in every section.
FOOT PEGS
To improve comfort on the bike, the footpegs have been fully redesigned with an increased surface area closer to the frame. This unique design including a fixing bolt which is completely hidden in the frame allows riders to grip the bike more efficiently which enhances control considerably when compared to previous models. The same tried and tested special micro-casting process is retained for continued low weight and maximum grip.
Technical Details
Engine
Transmission
6-speed
Cooling
Liquid cooling & fan motor
Starter
Kickstarter
Stroke
60
mm
Bore
76
mm
Clutch
BRAKTEC hydraulics - diaphragm GG 1/3
Displacement
272.2
cm³
EMS
HIDRIA ECU
Design
1-cylinder, 2-stroke engine
Fuel-mixture generation
Keihin PWK 28
Chassis
Weight (without fuel)
69.4
kg
Tank capacity (approx.)
2.4
l
Wheelbase
1320
mm
Front brake disc diameter
185
mm
Rear brake disc diameter
150
mm
Front brake
Monoblock 4 pistons BRAKTEC caliper, NG WAVE floating
Rear brake
2 pistons BRAKTEC caliper, autostand system, NG WAVE
Chain
520
Frame design
25CrMo4 steel central-tube frame
Front suspension
TECH aluminium bar Ø 39
Ground clearance
325
mm
Handlebar
Neken, aluminium Ø 28/22 mm
Rear suspension
TECH hydraulic damper with linkage, 2-way adjustable
