Engineered by Access for the atv motorcycle segment, the 2018 Access Shade 420 pairs a 359.3 cc (21.9 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 26.8 HP (19.6 kW), transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 74.6 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 Shade 420 measures 321 kg (708 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.08 HP/kg (11.98 kg per horsepower). The 16.6-liter (4.4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
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Power
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
