Death of the 2 stroke stallions

A thing of the past and a collectors item, the Aprilia RS250

  It is quite sad somewhat that 2 strokes bike is quickly becoming a thing of the past. Moto3 which will be introduced in 2012 will see the end of the last 2 stroke bikes raced in any competition, replacing the existing 125cc class.  Those who has ever owned one, rode one and raced one, the feeling of the 2stoke power plant deliver is forever unforgettable.  Remember the good old days of the 500cc Grand Prix era with the heros like Kevin Scwarzant, Mighty Mick, Vale Rossi and others sliding their rear tires till it spit and spats them out of their bucket.

  Seeing riders like Gary Macoy entering and exiting the corners with the rear wheel spinning out of control is something even a mere spectator will find estatic.  Replacements for these bikes are the current 4 stroke bikes which only is comparable with the 2strokes with double the chamber capacity in a cylinder to deliver the same amout of ponies.

The last of the Premier 2 strokes, the Honda NSR 500

  With emmision problems being said to be the drawbacks of old 2stroke bikes, it is quite unimaginable that with technology advances being exponential over the years, these problems on the brink of being resolved being shelved for a slower 4stroke powered motorcycles. Whatever the case is, owning a working well performing 2 stroke bike is quickly going to be something of a merit in your garage or hallway.  I would love to, if I'm financially capable to put one of the classics like the Aprilia RS250s or the Suzuki RGV250 in my hallway.