[motorcycle.com] - EICMA 2014: 2015 Brough Superior SS100 Preview

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Loyal*MO*readers will, no doubt, remember that*Brough Superior*had a 3 month old prototype of its*SS100*on display at the*2013 EICMA*show. Well, a lot has happened in the last year. Namely,*Thierry Henriette, owner of Brough Superior Motorcycles SAS, says the SS100’s development has advanced to the point that he’s openly talking about*assembly plant tours and product test rides.

Brough Superior SS100 Traditional


For those who need more proof of the company’s seriousness, Brough Superior unveiled the*production version SS100 and says that pre-production models are being assembled for the testing necessary for regulatory approval. Additionally, Brough Superior announced that the SS100’s development has been finalized and parts designs are validated and being manufactured: “the production tools for the parts are in place and we have received 80% of the parts from our sub-contractors.”

EICMA 2013: Brough Superior SS100

Over the past year, some significant changes have taken place. First, the engine will now be main in-house. The casting molds and machining tools required for producing the SS100’s 88° V-Twin engine have been developed – which means the crankcases, covers and cylinder heads will be ready to go. Similarly, the forging tools required for the con-rods, cranks, cams, plus the primary drives and transmission gears are set.

Not one but three SS100 Models


The SS100’s pistons will be forged out of 2618A-T6A aluminum. Adding to their performance capabilities, the pistons will also undergo stabilization, sand blasting, shot peening of non-functional areas, finish machining, and anti-friction coating. The clutch caliper was merged with the primary drive cover’s design to protect the hydraulic components.

EICMA 2013: Brough Superior SS100 First Impressions – Video

The fuel injection system was developed “in close collaboration with a renowned OEM supplier” to meet Euro 3 requirements, with Euro 4 in the pipeline for future integration (possibly as soon as during the SS100’s homologation process). To aid in emissions, the ECU manages the AIS air injection into the exhaust that has been built in to the cylinder head.

The SS100’s chassis combines retro-styling with modern technology sourced from recent advances in aircraft technology. The chassis is made of a combination of steel and titanium and, for much of the construction, uses machined plates instead of tubing. The frames are welded in-house and feature an enameled Brough Superior emblem. The fork has been updated with new geometry to allow for steering accuracy and improved damping. The unique “4D” calipers are milled from billet 6082 T6 aluminum and are radially mounted for a claimed 10% weight savings from other radial-mount calipers.

Radial-mount 4D caliper.


The SS100 will be sold in three identically-priced finishes: SS100 Traditional (black, silver and gold), SS100 Titanium (titanium texture on chassis and suspension components), and SS100 Black (well, uh, black). Brough Superior says the SS100 will be available in late 2015 priced around $64,000 (EUR 49, 900).

Follow the rest of our 2014 EICMA Show coverage for more information on new 2015 motorcycle announcements.

Cooling SystemWater-cooled

2015 Brough Superior SS100 Specifications Engine Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke 88° V-Twin Displacement 997cc Bore x Stroke 94 x 71.8mm Compression Ratio 11:1 Final Drive Chain Frame Type Steel and Titanium tubular trellis Rake/Trail 24.6? / 3.8 in. Front Suspension / Wheel Travel Fior double wishbone, Ohlins Shock 120 mm (4.72 in.) travel Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel Progressive system, Ohlins Shock 130 mm (5.11 in.) travel Front Tire Size 120/70 ZR 18 Rear Tire Size 160/60 ZR 18 Front Brakes 4D Ceramic Beringer
2x floating double discs, aluminum-ceramic composite material, diameter 230 mm (9.05 in.), 2x four pistons calipers with radial fixation and special sintered metal pads Rear Brakes Single disc brake, aluminum-ceramic com posite material, diameter 230 mm (9,05 in.), 2 pistons caliper with special sintered metal pads Dry Weight** 395 lb Wheelbase 61.02 in. Color Choices Traditional, Titanium, Black MSRP $64,000 approx. Warranty TBD EICMA 2014: 2015 Brough Superior SS100 Preview appeared first on Motorcycle.com.



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