The Diamond Atelier Mark II has been the model’s most profitable sequence mannequin. First developed in collaboration with Julian Weber, a designer at BMW Motorrad, it was constructed upon a BMW R80RT Monolever platform. The unique Mark II was obtainable with 2 engine variants of both 800 or 1000 cc and in quite a lot of completely different tools specs. The primary sequence run of the cafe racer-styled MK II sequence was restricted to 10 models. A number of years later, they unveiled the MK II Evoan up to date model of the unique bike utilizing an R100R donor and boasting a number of design and engineering enhancements. Now, to welcome in a third version of the sequence is that this distinctive undertaking coined the MK Race.
The Diamond Atelier MK Race is a one-of-one monitor bike. Developed underneath the manufacturers ‘operate follows kind’ ethos, the undertaking started with an English buyer, who had been a long-term admirer of the MK II sequence. When he approached Diamond Atelier together with his monitor bike idea, the objective wasn’t to compete purely on efficiency. As a substitute, he needed a bike that’d steal the present by sheer model and presence earlier than the racing had even begun.
“Constructing on the sturdy basis of the Mark II, the MK Race inherits its spirit whereas pushing the idea additional into monitor territory,” says Diamond Atelier. “This undertaking redefined what a monitor bike may very well be. The MK Race blends the uncooked spirit of motorsport with the meticulous craftsmanship and rebellious magnificence of our model.”
Visually, the MK Race is a daring departure out of your common monitor bike. Following within the footsteps of the MK II, Diamond Atelier has added a modern half-fairing. This makes the MK Race the primary bike of their portfolio to function a entrance fairing and it’s been styled to match the gasoline tank’s proportions. The remainder of the bodywork is commonplace, however definitely not unusual, MK II tools. The low-slung gasoline tank sits atop a closely modified chassis that establishes a degree bone line. Within the rear, a slight upward kick provides aesthetic aggression and there’s a wasp’s tail-esque rear cowl.
Finishing the look is a {custom} paint scheme that embodies their consumer’s transient. Laid over a metallic titanium ash gray base coat is hand-painted sign crimson livery consisting of the bike’s identify and a race-style purchasing record of manufacturers whose merchandise function on the construct. An Alcantara seat with diamond-pattern stitching offers a cushty perch for the rider and a spattering of carbon fiber elements provides an aggressive edge whereas shedding some undesirable kilos.
In fact, the MK Race isn’t nearly seems to be. Beneath its modern exterior lies a extremely modified engine tuned for the monitor. Beginning with a 1070cc huge bore equipment, the MK Race is packing race pistons, cylinders, and System 1-grade coatings for steadfast sturdiness and diminished friction. As well as, hidden beneath the engine casings are a balanced race crank and ported heads. The Mikuni carburetors hung off every cylinder put on velocity stack intakes and have been tuned in collaboration with carburetor specialist Stephen Topham to make sure the engine breathes freely. On the reverse finish of the combustion cycle sits a custom-engineered Diamond Signature full titanium exhaust that weighs a mere 3.14kg and was developed with enter from System 1 engineers.
Complementing the engine’s high-performance elements is a Silent Hektik digital double ignition system that provides full customization. Silent Hektik has additionally contributed an alternator to this undertaking which retains the bike’s ultra-light lithium battery topped up. Cooling has been optimized too with the fitment of a CNC-milled aircraft-grade aluminum oil cooler. In abstract, Diamond Atelier states, “All shifting elements are optimized to the bounds of bodily chance, pushing the boundaries of engineering for this engine platform.”
Precision is essential in each facet of the MK Race, particularly in its suspension and braking methods. Diamond Atelier have as soon as once more partnered with Wilbers to develop a {custom} rear shock particularly for this bike. It’s been paired with Wilbers superbike forks and each have been tuned to the rider’s specs. Blacked-out Brembo GP4-RB superbike calipers with Probrake hydraulic traces present top-tier stopping energy. The bike’s distinctive wheel setup incorporates a 2.5-inch entrance rim and a 4.00-inch rear with a track-appropriate Pirelli slick tire.
For the data-obsessed, the MK Race is supplied with a Starlane Corsaro II Professional GPS Laptimer, which tracks the whole lot from lean angles to lap occasions. The system connects wirelessly and affords a complete perception into the bike’s efficiency on any of over 1,000 race tracks saved in its reminiscence. Topping off the race readiness of this construct is a set of custom-made matching tire heaters to prep the bike for the beginning grid.
From its custom-made carbon fiber elements to the hand-laid paintwork, each element of the MK Race is a mirrored image of Diamond Atelier’s dedication to perfection. And for these envious of this masterpiece, Diamond Atelier has acknowledged that the MK Race lays the groundwork for the re-release of their Mark Sequence. Quickly, a choose few will as soon as once more have the possibility to personal a chunk of this legacy.
