FAUmax kappa

After eight years of using the Aprilia SXV 550 engine, the FAUmax Kappa features a single cylinder powertrain with the KTM SFX 450 engine. In addition, the new chassis features, a monocoque and a rear chassis that are both made of CFRP, a new suspension design focusing on simple geometry, low weight and low friction and an aerodynamics package that promises more downforce and less drag than its predecessor
– excerpt of the design report introduction

Overall Concept

A target weight of 160 Kg
An aerodynamic package consisting of front, rear, side mounted wings and an undertray
A Suspension design with corner springs and a minimum of frictional losses. Therefore, no reversing levers.
10” tires
Longitudinally mounted KTM Sx-F 450 engine with appr. 45Kw and an overall weight below 25 Kg
A CFRP – monocoque as safety cell and a detachable rear frame made from a single CFRP part, that contains all the engines secondary systems to make a compromise between serviceability, high integration and superior airflow.