Paul Smart Replica - the investment you can enjoy while it appreciates

This new swingarm features a simple, rational system for adjusting drive chain tension. The chain is tensioned by tightening the nuts on the plugs on the end of the swingarm on stud-bolts rigidly connected to a sliding element inside the swingarm legs. The rear wheel assembly is tightened by means of an external nut, which acts by locking the sliders inside and outside the legs.

Although this system is reminiscent of systems used on bikes from the 1970s, a closer look shows that the swingarm, wheel hub and all the other components of the wheel set are much larger and robust than on the motorcycles from that era.

Suspension

The Paul Smart 1000 Limited Edition is fitted both front and rear with fully adjustable Öhlins suspension. At the rear, the suspension stands out with its single shock mounted on the left-hand side, highlighting the new exhaust system with stacked twin silencers on the right-hand side.

The rear shock and Öhlins fork belong to a range normally assigned to racing use and thus feature a wide range of adjustments. The rear shock, like the 43 mm upside down forks, can be adjusted for spring pre-load, compression and rebound damping, to ensure the ability to perfectly tune the suspension for all riding conditions.

The search for perfection in every detail continues with the use of a polished Sachs steering damper with chromed rod, which enhances the bike’s stability and ride precision.

Wheels

Not surprisingly, the bike sports classic wire-spoke wheels. The lightweight Excel 17” aluminium alloy rims keep the overall weight of the front wheel assembly down to a minimum.

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