All Wheel Drive Motorcycle Frame Kits Now available for Honda CRF250X /CRF250R (CRF450X available Spring 2007)

Unsurpassed off-road capability, traction, stability & control

Complete All Wheel Drive Kit Includes:

• Modified Frame (requires exchange of stock frame)
• Custom Fork Modifications (requires stock fork)
• Custom Fuel Tank
• Talon Front Hub
• Complete All Wheel Drive System
• Billet Alloy Triple Clamps

Why A Mechanical AWD System?

• Increased traction and stability with no torque effect
• Improved cornering on all surfaces
• Only 15 lbs. added weight
• System uses less than 1/10th horsepower to operate
• Faster acceleration
• Unmatched hill climbing ability
• Easily serviced with no special tools required
• Reduced rider fatigue

Proven Results:

• At the 2006 Red Bull Last Man Standing, the Christini AWD CRF250R ridden by Chris Smith finishes 8th.
• Derek Stealhy wins Industry Class at Unadilla GNCC.

 

How it works:

• Christini's patented mechanical All Wheel Drive system delivers power from the motorcycle transmission to the front wheel through a series of chains and shafts.
• There is no energy-robbing hydraulics involved.
• The lightweight all-mechanical system works similar to that of AWD systems found on four wheeled vehicles.
• The use of one-way clutches in the front hub allows the front wheel to be driven at a slightly slower rate than the rear wheel.
• Power is transferred to the front wheel only when the rear wheel loses traction or the front wheel skids. The front-to-rear power ratio is adjustable with a simple sprocket adjustment. This allows for nearly unlimited fine-tuning of the AWD system to suit riding conditions and personal riding preference.

Power runs via chain from the secondary countershaft sprocket up to a gearbox located on the frame..

Power is converted to a drive shaft running under the tank to the modified steering head.

Counter rotating bevel gears located within the head tube transfer power to the lower triple clamp.

The lower triple clamp contains a small chain and sprocket system that drives two counter-rotating drive shafts.

The specially coated drive shafts are telescopic and incorporate linear ball spline bearings. They are counter rotating to eliminate torque effect. They run the length of the fork to the front hub.

The Christini AWD front hub is equipped with one-way clutches allowing the wheel to transfer power when needed, and freewheel when not in use.

AWD Performance:

• All Wheel Drive has been proven to substantially enhance performance of off-road motorcycles even under the most demanding conditions. You can easily conquer the gnarliest hills, ruts, mud, roots, and logs that would cause havoc on a conventional motorcycle.
• The Christini AWD system also dramatically improves cornering and straight-line stability on all surfaces.
• The AWD system makes the motorcycle noticeably easier to ride and substantially reduces rider fatigue, allowing you to ride faster for longer periods of time.
• The AWD system can be turned on and off with a simple flip of the engagement switch.
• The mechanical Christini AWD system provides distinct advantages without compromising the performance of the motorcycle.
• Power that would otherwise be lost due to wheel spin is transferred immediately to the front wheel.
• The system adds just 15 lbs additional weight and has a power loss of less than 1/10th hp.
• The Christini AWD system has been extensively race tested and has a proven track record of  reliability in World Enduro, GNCC, Endurocross, Red Bull Last Man Standing, and Hare scrambles.
• The system is easily maintained and does not require any special tools.

Critical Acclaim:

"It was almost like cheating in the mud. There were riders stuck all over the place and I just blasted past with no problems. The difference is like going mudbogging in a family wagon versus a purpose built 4x4. All-wheel-drive is the way to go off road and Christini's got it covered!"
- Derek Stealhy, Dirt Rider Magazine, October 2006

"This is it. This is the wave of the future. Once AWD bikes become available off road riding will never be the same."
-Paul Clipper, "Christini AWD 250" - Trail Rider October 2005

"Plain and simple, 2WD is going to change off-road motorcycles in the very near future."
-Jimmy Lewis, Dirt Rider Magazine, October 2004

Call Bud Matto at Matto Cycle 570-429-0678 or email me at bud@mattocycle.com