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Sherco 2.9 Cabestany Replica - 2008 Specifications and Reviews
The 2008 Sherco 2.9 Cabestany Replica is a lightweight competition trial bike built for skilled riders tackling technical terrain. Featuring a compact 272cc single-cylinder engine paired with a hydraulic clutch and 5-speed gearbox, it combines precision handling with authentic Spanish trial heritage. Known for its responsive power delivery and nimble maneuverability, it excels in competitive trial events and demanding off-road courses.
2008
General information | |
| Category | Trial |
| Year | 2008 |
| Model | Sherco 2.9 Cabestany Replica |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Clutch | Hydraulically activated multidisc in oil bath |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Lubrication system | Unleaded gasoline with 2% oil pre-mix |
| Ignition | Leonelli progressive, electronic ignition with a balanced magnetic flywheel |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Keihin |
| Bore x stroke | 76.0 x 60.0 mm (3.0 x 2.4 inches) |
| Stroke | 2 |
| Engine type | Single cylinder |
| Capacity: | 272.00 ccm (16.60 cubic inches) |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 1,322 mm (52.0 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 305 mm (12.0 inches) |
| Seat height | 625 mm (24.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Dry weight | 69.5 kg (153.2 pounds) |
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Sherco 2.9 Cabestany Replica dimensions and frame | |
| Exhaust system | Steel header pipe with an integrated aluminum muffler |
| Rear brakes diameter | 145 mm (5.7 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front brakes diameter | 185 mm (7.3 inches) |
| Front brakes | Single disc |
| Rear suspension travel | 175 mm (6.9 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Progressive link system with single Olle adjustable shock absorber, 175 mm travel |
| Front suspension | Ceriani 38 mm. dia hydraulic telescope fork, 185 mm travel fully adjustable for preload and dampening. Black low friction coating |
| Frame type | Triangulated cross section Chrome-moly. Painted flat black |
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Speed and acceleration | |
| Color options | Blue/black/grey/silver/red |
| Fuel capacity | 2.90 litres (0.77 gallons) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
Best For
Track10%
City5%
Cornering40%
Daily Riding5%
Touring3%
Passenger0%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This is a competition trial machine best suited to riders with at least intermediate trials skill, or dedicated beginners committed to learning the discipline properly. |
| Purpose | Built purely for technical trials competition and obstacle-based riding, not for general riding, speed, or transportation. |
| Rider Fit | Extremely light dry weight and a low seat height make it very easy to manhandle, hop, and balance, though standing-only riding demands strong legs, core, and balance rather than raw strength. |
| Character | A featherweight, razor-sharp specialist tool with a peaky low-displacement two-stroke engine and no flywheel effect for coasting, rewarding precise clutch and throttle control over outright power. |
| Not Ideal For | Not suitable for riders wanting a comfortable seat, sustained road speed, highway travel, or a passenger-carrying machine. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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