Artic Posted June 23, 2022 Share Posted June 23, 2022 https://www.moto1pro.com/pruebas-motos/voge-300-rally-trail-de-verdad-para-el-a2 The range of Voge 2022 motorcycles is made up of multiple types of motorcycles such as scooter, naked, scrambler, adventure, even an electric motorcycle. Within the adventure range, our protagonist completes the range below, being the most accessible trail bike but also with the most accentuated off-road qualities . Its sister -Voge 300 DS- was already marketed in the catalogue, with which it shares a base and multiple pieces, also with a trail look but with a more asphalt orientation. It may interest you: Test Voge 650 DSx and 500 DSx Do not miss: New Voge 300 Rally The Voge 300 Rally was presented at the 2021 EICMA show and has a very marked off-road aesthetic inspired by the legendary models that participated in the Dakar Rally in the past. But this does not stop at aesthetics, since it is a real trail bike with which you can do tracks, trails or even enduro. This is the Voge 300 Rally. Main features The front of the Voge 300 Rally is integrated by a double halogen optic that joins the fairing in a very attractive way. Aesthetically, both the smoked screen (which protects quite well) and the front part of the fairing is very successful. It has a fairly legible backlit LCD display -although not so much in extreme conditions of a lot of sun and dust as the test day- in which to view the typical data of the motorcycle (including gear engaged) as well as partial, trip and a USB port for charging devices such as GPS or even mobile. Voge 300 Rally test: real trail for the A2 Regarding the cycle part, the Voge 300 Rally relies on a newly created multi-tubular chassis and 41 mm inverted fork with 205 mm of homologated travel. At the rear, it has a monoshock absorber with linkages. The engine that equips the Voge 300 Rally is manufactured by Loncin. It is a 292 cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder with a declared power of 28.5 hp and a torque of 25 Nm associated with a six-speed gearbox. We will see later that it is a capable engine and in accordance with the approach of this bike. Among the standard equipment includes disc brakes with disconnectable ABS on both trains, 265 mm and two-piston caliper at the front and a 220 mm caliper and disc at the rear. For these parts, Voge is committed to in-house manufacturing, which is why they have told us that they have not suffered many delays when it comes to delivering motorcycles since they can directly manufacture almost 100% of the motorcycle. The height of the seat is 915 mm, the bike is somewhat high for those sizes less than 170 cm although, when you get on the bike, it goes down quite a bit. Being an off-road compartment bike, it has to be tall in order to be more capable off-road. The weight in running order is 158 kg , a weight that does not give a problem to be able to move the motorcycle while stationary. The tank has a capacity of 11 litres , which together with the declared low consumption (3.2 liters per 100) is enough for great motorcycle days. Regarding the specific trail equipment, the Voge 300 is equipped with disconnectable ABS , spoked rims with the usual off-road measurements (21 inches at the front and 18 at the rear) with trail tires , enduro footrests, luggage rack, sump protector and engine guards. How is the Voge 300 Rally doing? Although we had been summoned to a central hotel in Guadalajara, we had already been warned that the route was going to run 80% off-road , so we adapted our equipment to ride off-road. The first impression when you see the bike is that it is narrow and… tall. The seat, as we have mentioned, is at 915 mm but, it is true that as soon as you sit down, the rear suspension is lowered and the tank area is narrow (I am 172 cm tall and reached the ground well). The riding position is comfortable , and one of the positive aspects of trail adventure bikes is their position for long days on the bike. Everything is at hand and the screen, although it is not adjustable, is smoked and protects well from the wind . Although for road routes, it would have been a success to have been able to lower the dome and thus have greater clarity of vision for the field sections. We start up and begin our test in the city, where the bike performs very well. The handlebar has a wide turning radius so weaving between cars is very easy. The engine pushes well in the middle of the rev counter, so you have to be careful not to let it drop too much. Even so, it is a very nice engine that, together with a negligible consumption, makes the Voge 300 Rally an excellent companion for errands in the city, going to work, university... We left Guadalajara and headed down a secondary road towards the countryside. The bike behaves very well on bumpy asphalt , the suspension is firm, the brakes respond well and being light (158 kg) it is quite fun. Of course, the more twisty and slow the road, the better , the 28.5 CV spread a lot but in open spaces it is no longer so comfortable. Born for off-roading Voge was clear that the bike should withstand the demanding treatment of off-road and for this reason they prepared a presentation for us with hard-trail sections in which to put the small bike from the Voge adventure range to the test. We left the asphalt, disconnected the ABS from the handlebars and started the tour on the open track. The terrain generates a lot of dust, so it is advisable to leave a reasonable distance between press colleagues. In these conditions of wide tracks with fine sand, the bike behaves very well, you can go fast , the suspensions filter the terrain, the brakes have bite and it's fun between corners. We changed gears and began to ride on narrower roads, trails full of stones with ups and downs that put the bike's capabilities to the test . In my case I admit that I had some prejudice about the tires, I thought they would not perform well in the field but nothing could be further from the truth, going up big slopes we always had grip and traction as well as on the fast track. The truth is that they have been a good choice for this type of motorcycle. The day continues along demanding trails, where we noticed that the suspensions in more complicated sections have a soft setting and that the steering is somewhat imprecise in some sections with stones. It is true that we are putting the bike in extreme conditions, but that was the objective. We went back to a road link, where I was able to see how with respect to the maximum speed I achieved a top speed of 125 km/h on the scoreboard . Therefore, it is a motorcycle with which you can consider trips and exits from the outskirts, although taking these parameters into account. Pros, cons and price The Voge 300 Rally emulates the spirit of the 80's enduro trail bikes with a very interesting proposal: to be an ideal light trail bike for those who want to start in the world of motorcycles or want to have a more versatile bike. It is very capable off-road but can also be used perfectly on a daily basis as well as on the road. Regarding the aspects that could be improved, there are some finishing finishes that could have been better taken care of, such as the visible screws of the screen and the handles, which could be adjustable . The vibrations of the single-cylinder engine are notorious, although you can get used to it. We have also noticed that the off-road brakes are somewhat harsh , you do not have much modulation capacity. I leave the price for last, and for 4,490 euros this bike can be yours . It is a motorcycle that will give you a lot for little, with which you can have fun on but especially off the road. Without a doubt, it is a great option for those who have an A2 license or for those who want to have a second motorcycle with moderate maintenance that allows them to "let off steam" off the asphalt. The Voge 300 Rally is already available at the brand's official dealerships in two color variants: the white-blue version that we have tested and the gray-yellow version. Currently (June 2022) it has a free insurance promotion for the first year and financing possibilities. THE BIKE IN DETAIL... Voge 300 Rally test: real trail for the A2 LCD DISPLAY It is small in size but very complete in terms of the information to be displayed. Tachometer, gear engaged indicator, fuel level... It also integrates a USB input. Perhaps we miss a little more light power in very sunny conditions, but it is a higher-end motorcycle display. Voge 300 Rally test: real trail for the A2 TIRES Manufactured by the Asian brand Timsun, they have surprised us with their good performance on bumpy asphalt as well as off-road. Good grip and traction capacity that has allowed us to overcome the obstacles on the route without problems. Voge 300 Rally test: real trail for the A2 ENGINE Manufactured by Loncin, it is an engine adapted to Euro 5, a single-cylinder 292 cc and 28.5 CV engine that performs well, is elastic and moves the motorcycle with ease. Its weak point is the vibrations it emits from mid-range. Voge 300 Rally test: real trail for the A2 ESTHETIC Inspired by the Dakar bikes, the Voge 300 Rally catches the eye and is very attractive live. The color combinations are successful and the detail of the rims with the decoration of half of them is very original. Voge 300 Rally test: real trail for the A2 DRIVING POSITION The Voge 300 Rally is a very comfortable motorcycle considering the height of the seat. The screen covers the air quite well, the handlebars are wide and the placement of the footrests is correct. The seat has seemed soft and comfortable for long distances. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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