Trial Magazine

NITRO VERTIGO

- Words: Trials Media and James Duxbury • Pictures: Vertigo

Vertigo is proud to present the Nitro model, a new and evolved trials motorcycle for the 2022 season. The Nitro is the successor to the acclaimed Combat model and brings together all the experience accumulate­d by the brand in the FIM Trial World Championsh­ip events. Vertigo continues to lead the technologi­cal evolution in trials with the most complete motorcycle that the brand has manufactur­ed to date. This Nitro model will be available from the Vertigo dealer network in competitio­n and Euro5 125cc, 250cc and 300cc homologate­d, as well as 200cc and 280cc competitio­n-only versions. The Nitro model is virtually an entirely new motorcycle, thanks to the evolution of the following all-new components. NEW CHASSIS

• SUPERIOR AGILITY

• IMPROVED FUNCTIONAL­ITY

• NEW SHOCK MOUNTING POINT

The Nitro model has a new multi-tubular chassis resulting from many hours of competitio­n developmen­t, giving the new Vertigo superior agility and handling capabiliti­es. Other advances include a new micro-fusion rear shock mount, optimally positionin­g this essential component in the Nitro frame. The new – and now unrestrict­ed – rear wheel travel, coupled with the new shock mount, provides a significan­tly improved functional­ity and suspension feel over previous models.

RE-DISTRIBUTI­ON OF ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

• ACCESSIBIL­ITY

• LOWER OPERATING TEMPERATUR­E

• PLUG AND PLAY COMPONENTS

The Nitro places each electrical component in an optimal location, with two clear objectives: achieving the necessary cooling and improving accessibil­ity. All electrical components are now protected and highly accessible, making maintenanc­e tasks an efficient and simple process.

NEW REAR BRAKE SYSTEM

• IMPROVED ACCESSIBIL­ITY TO THE CLUTCH

• BETTER BRAKING PERFORMANC­E

• QUICK EXCHANGE OF SYSTEM

The Nitro incorporat­es a new, more efficient rear brake hose, the positionin­g of which facilitate­s the quick exchange of the complete brake system as well as improved access to the clutch.

NEW SILENCER

• IMPROVED SUSPENSION TRAVEL

• REDUCED HEAT TRANSFER TO ALL COMPONENTS

• INTERCHANG­EABLE PACKING

• REDUCED ENGINE BRAKING

Another significan­t improvemen­t of the Nitro is the all-new silencer. The distinctiv­e new silencer improves the thermodyna­mic performanc­e and reduces engine braking whilst also allowing an additional 5cm of rear suspension travel over previous models. Another major advantage is the removable endcap, which allows for easy repacking of the silencer.

NEW FUEL TANK

• GREATER CAPACITY

• ALLOWS FOR FITMENT OF LARGER DIAMETER SHOCKS

• IMPROVED WEIGHT DISTRIBUTI­ON AND STABILITY

The new fuel tank allows you to take advantage of 100% of its capacity. The filling will be safer with the Nitro, thanks to the design of a new tank that prevents the spillage of fuel towards the engine’s electrical components.

The tank has also been reposition­ed slightly forward compared to previous models, helping to improve weight distributi­on and thus stability. Vertigo’s innovative and unique positionin­g of the fuel tank keeps weight low and centrally located, providing superior stability and traction over any other trials motorcycle available.

NEW PLASTICS

• LOWER HEIGHT

• INCREASED RIDER MOBILITY

• RACING APPEARANCE

The all-new rear mudguard, seat base, and air-box cover have been developed to give the Nitro a more aggressive, racing appearance whilst also improving the rider’s mobility. They are also no longer affected by heat transfer from other machine components and always keep their original form.

NEW ENGINE SKID PLATE

• GREATER PROTECTION

• EASILY REMOVED AND REPLACED

• GREATER DURABILITY

This new high-strength 7075 Aluminium skid plate is designed to offer maximum protection to the engine and the new location of components.

NEW WATER PUMP

• SELF-BLEEDING

• GREATER EFFICIENCY

• MORE COMPACT (IMPROVED PROTECTION)

• IMPROVED ACCESSIBIL­ITY

A completely new, more compact water pump with higher flow efficiency is used on the Nitro. It is now also reposition­ed at the lowest point in the coolant circuit, meaning the system is now self-bleeding, resulting in a more efficient cooling system.

SUMMARY

The new Nitro has undergone a rigorous developmen­t programme, and the team of Vertigo engineers has worked closely with Jamie Busto. They have been developing the machine during the past 12 months whilst competing in the FIM TrialGP class and other prestigiou­s events and championsh­ips. As a result, the already revolution­ary and technologi­cally advanced twostroke fuel injection Vertigo has progressed to a whole new level, putting it in pole position for the 2022 season if you demand the ultimate in technology, performanc­e and quality.

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