See it in Action: The Losi Promoto MX 1/4 R/C Dirt Bike [Video]

Talk about a summertime surprise. Losi just-released Promoto MX has R/C fanatics and motocross fans buzzing. For the first time in a long time, an ultra-realistic, 1/4-scale radio-controlled motocross bike has hit the scene.

Blending engineering with scale detail, the Losi Promoto MX not only looks the part of a roost-launching dirt bike, but it also appears to perform like one as well. Don't believe me? Check out this amazing action footage from the Losi crew:

Losi Promoto MX Specs:

• Battery: Sold Separately
• Connector Type: IC5
• Ground Clearance: 2.9 in (73mm)
• Internal Gear Ratio: 4.8:1
• Motor Size: 540
• Product Length: 20.2" (513 mm)
• Spur Gear: 50T
• Suspension: Front Fork, Rising Rate Rear Suspension
• Wheel Width: Front - 1.1 in (28mm), Rear - 1.4 in (36.3mm)
• Ball Bearings: Full Ball Bearings
• Chassis: 3mm Aluminum Plate
• Vehicle Size: Standard
• Product Width: 10.8" (274 mm)
• Completion Level: Ready-To-Run
• Drivetrain: 1WD
• Product Height: 17.3" (439 mm)
• Tire Compound: 65S
• Approximate Assembly Time: Less than 1 Hour
• Body: Color Molded Panels with Wrap Graphics
• Brakes: Front - Cable Driven Piston/Caliper/Rotor
• Rear - Motor Braking
• Pinion: 20T
• Scale: 1/4
• Product Weight: 123.5oz (3500g)
• Tire Tread: Dunlop Geomax MX53
• Vehicle Type: Motorcycle
• Final Drive Ratio: 12.0:1
• Motor Type: Brushless
• Speed Control: Included
• Charger: Sold Separately
• Receiver: Included
• Shock Type: 16mm Big Bore Aluminum Shock
• Radio: Included
• Technology: AVC and SMART, MS6X
• Power Type: Electric
• Gear Pitch: 32-Pitch
• Servos: Included

The Promoto MX is available in two forms. The standard RTR version, priced at $549.99 offers two color options (red and blue). You'll need to supply your own battery and charger for this model.

If you'd prefer to hit the ground running, you can get the Promoto MX RTR (with a green color scheme), including a battery and charger combo, for $599.99. No matter which option you choose, you'll also get a coupon for Pro-Line front and rear Promoto MX wheels and tires.

To learn even more about the Losi Promoto MX and to add one of these to your R/C collection, visit horizonhobby.com. Looking for more write-ups on this R/C machine? Be sure to check out our articles on the Promoto MX.

Image credit: Horizon Hobby