Trials Bikes
2005Sherco 2.9
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The 2005 Sherco 2.9 is a lightweight trial motorcycle designed for riders seeking technical off-road competition and training. Its compact 272cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine and minimal 69.5kg weight deliver excellent maneuverability over obstacles. Known for responsive handling and precision control, it suits intermediate to advanced trial riders mastering challenging terrain.
- Capacity
- 272.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, two-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 69.5 kg
- Seat height
- 635 mm
- Power
- 27.2 HP (20.0 kW)
What’s new for the 2005 Sherco 2.9
vs the 2004| Spec | 2004 | 2005 |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel capacity | 3.00 litres (0.79 US gallons) | 3.10 litres (0.82 US gallons) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built purely for technical trials competition and obstacle riding rather than speed, distance, or road use.
- Built for
- A featherweight, highly agile, no-frills machine designed to hop, balance, and pick through obstacles with precise low-speed control.
- Not ideal for
- This is not the bike for highway travel, long-distance touring, carrying a passenger, or anyone wanting outright speed and comfort.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 272.0 ccm
- Power
- 27.2 HP (20.0 kW)
- Engine type
- Single, two-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3914 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 76.0 x 60.0 mm
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Kick
- Ignition
- Leonelli progressive, electronic ignition with a balanced magnetic flywheel
- Lubrication system
- Unleaded gasoline with 2% oil pre-mix
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Hydraulically activated multidisc in oil bath
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1332 mm
- Seat height
- 635 mm
- Dry weight
- 69.5 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 3.10 litres
- Ground clearance
- 275 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Deltabox type made in Chrome-molybdenum. Chromed finish
- Front suspension
- Hydraulic telescopic fork Paioli 33 .
- Rear suspension
- Progressive link system with single Boge absorber.
- Front wheel travel
- 170 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 175 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 185 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 145 mm
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2002 | 2004 | 2005 | 2007 | 2008 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 272 cc | 272 cc | 272 cc | 272 cc | 272 cc |
| Dry weight | 70 kg | 70 kg | 70 kg | 70 kg | 70 kg |
| Seat height | 640 mm | 640 mm | 635 mm | 625 mm | 625 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 3 L | 3 L | 3.1 L | 2.3 L | 2.9 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Sherco 2.9?
The 2005 Sherco 2.9 has a Capacity of 272.0 ccm (16.60 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Sherco 2.9 have?
The 2005 Sherco 2.9 has a Power of 27.2 HP (20.0 kW).
How many gears does the Sherco 2.9 have?
The 2005 Sherco 2.9 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Sherco 2.9 weigh?
The 2005 Sherco 2.9 has a Dry weight of 69.5 kg (153.2 pounds).
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