Built around access's atv motorcycle platform, the 2016 access ams 438 sm gear shift utilizes a 449 cc (27.4 cu in) air-cooled engine layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 37.6 HP (27.4 kW), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 83.6 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the ams 438 sm gear shift measures 236 kg (520 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.16 HP/kg (6.28 kg per horsepower). The 14-liter (3.7 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
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Transmission
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