The first new model of Speedy Working Motors has just entered production. The RS 650 R is a stylish new enduro that features a Husqvarna/KTM engine. The engine is not particularly powerful but it’s dead reliable and the suspension is surprisingly good. The bike is built at Speedy Working Motors’ facility in Varese, Italy. Deliveries begin in Europe, but will quickly go global. The bike will retail for ca $7,000 USD and it should be available in the North America soon.
Speedy Working Motors RS 650 R
Resurrecting a brand after 35 years is not an easy task, especially in the 6-700cc enduro market. This niche is dominated by Japanese manufacturers and I’d be willing to bet that very few people are familiar with the name Speedy Working Motors, even in Europe.
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But luckily, SWM was picked up by a Chinese firm with big plans. They revealed six new models earlier this year and according to the latest SWM press release, the first one has just entered production.
Speedy Working Motors RS 650 R
Passionate Macchi said: “I’m glad to celebrate once again a great achievement. In just eight months we have been able to re-establish a company from scratch, thanks to Shineray Group. At SWM we don’t speak too much but we work lots, because we are used to demonstrating the facts with the result of our work.”
Speedy Working Motors RS 650 R
The first SWM to hit the market is the RS 650 R. It is powered by a liquid-cooled single-cylinder DOHC engine coming from Husqvarna/KTM. The four-stroke engine has some known issues (cam chain, clutch rivets) but it’s dead reliable. SWM coupled a six-speed gearbox to the engine while suspension parts are top-notch units. There’s a Marzocchi upside-down fork at the front and a progressive „soft damp” hydraulic shock absorber coming from Sachs at the back.
Speedy Working Motors RS 650 R
The RS 650 R entered production at the end of July, before the the RS300R, RS500R and SM500R models follow at the end of September. The 650cc enduro bike of SWM will retail for $7,000 USD.
