Honda X-ADV: Renato Zocchi wins class 2 in the Gibraltar Race 2019 “Baltic-Atlantic” [PHOTO]

Riding a Honda X-ADV prepared for the challenge Gibraltar Race 2019 “Baltic-Atlantic”, Renato Zocchi conquered the 2 class. Another notable result for the expert pilot.

An exploration maxi-scooter

Renato Zocchi has already previously taken part in the Gibraltar Race and in 2018, always riding a Honda X ADV 750, had placed third in their respective class and eighth in the overall classification. A good result which provided interesting ideas for further interventions, in view of this edition. In particular one increase dellheight from the ground functional on the most extreme routes. A project conceived by Rollfactory with the appropriate modifications made in the dealership's Honda workshop Macchion motorcycle di Legnano, thanks to the specialists coordinated by Stefano Lucenti, as reported.
The format of the Gibraltar Race “Baltic-Atlantic” it combines Enduro routes, regularity and panoramas typical of great travel experiences. One of the most evocative competitive events on the European scene. The Italian rider was also able to use the most updated version of X-ADV, which features sophisticated electronic solutions, including a two-level traction control system, greater acceleration and a specific mode G of transmission DCT.
This example also includes suspension tuned for extreme off-road use with components Öhlins by Andreani Group, wheels Bartubeless dressed with tires Anlas Capra and an exhaust SC Project high-performance. Chassis and engine are standard. Renato Zocchi then thanked Honda Motor Europe – Italy, for the vehicle and support on the occasion.

A new seal

Success in Class 2 to the Gibraltar Race 2019 “Baltic-Atlantic” enriches a notable palmares, considering that Renato Zocchi he already has a past as a motocross champion, 1st official Cagiva rider, 3rd in the World Championship and several times Italian champion, therefore winner of the Pharaohs Rally, 2nd in the Bahia 1000 and constantly among the best in the Paris Dakar, as well as already in evidence precisely in this European marathon.
Riding the maxi scooter di Honda he managed to keep up with several expert pilots and on specific vehicles, making the most of the qualities of the Japanese maxi-scooter on different types of routes and also managing the fatigue and tension in an event with different stages and variable distances between the 300 and 600 km. After the success in Class 2, just enough time to recover his energy and the pilot left again to return home to the Milan area. Back on the bike againX-ADV for another 2.000 km, as reported.

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