The DUT09 has a completely new design with a few big changes compared to the DUT08. New rules have defined minimum dimensions for several cross sections of the monocoque. The monocoque has been adjusted to this new template. The spring-damper system was relocated from the top to the bottom of the fore body and the cockpit was enlarged significantly as a result of the new rules. Also the ergonomics have been adapted, the steering wheel has been set more vertical and the entire driver position has been improved. Furthermore a virtually backlash free steering system has been installed.

All electronic systems have been designed and built by the team itself, including the ECU, Data Acquisition System and load cells in every suspension arm on one side of the car. The car has lightweight LiFePo4 batteries which are 3,5 kilos lighter than the regular lead acid battery.

General:

Chassis:

• Chassis full monocoque
• Materials carbon/aramid fibres

Suspension:

• Suspension type double A-Arm
• Tires manufacturer Hoosier
• Tire type 18.0 x 6.0-10 LC0

Powertrain:

• Manufacturer Yamaha
• Model WR450F 1-cylinder
• Displacement 449 [cc]
• Fuel type E85 bio-ethanol
• Max Power design 9000 [RPM]
• Max Torque design 6500 [RPM]
• RPM for 90% torque 4500 [RPM]

Electronics:

• Custom ECU
• Data Aquistion integrated in ECU
• Shifting control integrated in ECU
• Modular sensor and actuator nodes on CAN-bus
• Graphical LCD dashboard