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KTM 990 SM T Motorcycle

2011-12-09T18:17:00.000-08:00

The 990 SM T unites a sporty, high-precision chassis with a state-of-the-art V2 engine, a frame-anchored fairing, great comfort and a sensitively regulating ABS system. The DOHC twin offers a choice between full-on power for vigorous throttle-twisting or refined power for making progress with ease. This arrangement has given rise to a unique combination of racer, tourer and city bike rolled into one. In short: a long-distance Supermoto that combines sports talent with endurance, comfort and suitability for everyday use.

ENGINE

Design	2-cylinder, 4-stroke, spark-ignition engine, 75° V arrangement, liquid-cooled
Displacement	999 cm³
Bore	101 mm
Stroke	62.4 mm
Performance	85 kW (114 hp)
Starting aid	Electric starter
Transmission	6-speed, claw shifted
Engine lubrication	Dry-sump lubrication with 2 rotor pumps
Primary gear ratio	35:67
Secondary gear ratio	17:41
Cooling system	Liquid cooling system, continuous circulation of cooling liquid with water pump
Clutch	Wet multi-disc clutch / hydraulically operated
Ignition system	Contactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment

CHASSIS

Frame	Tubular space frame made from chrome molybdenum steel, powder-coated
Fork	WP Suspension Up Side Down 4860 ROMA PA
Shock absorber	WP Suspension 4618 BAVP DCC
Suspension travel front	160 mm
Suspension travel rear	180 mm
Brake system front	Twin-disc brake with radially mounted four-piston brake calipers; floating brake discs
Brake system rear	Single-disc brake with two-piston brake caliper; fixed brake disc
Brake discs - diameter front	305 mm
Brake discs - diameter rear	240 mm
Chain	5/8 x 5/16” X‑Ring
Steering head angle	65.6°
Wheel base	1,505±15 mm
Ground clearance (unloaded)	195 mm
Seat height (unloaded)	855 mm
Total fuel tank capacity approx.	19 l Unleaded premium fuel (95 RON)
Weight without fuel approx.	198 kg

KTM 200 Duke Motorcycle

2011-12-01T22:40:00.000-08:00

200 Duke: Lightness rediscovered - or the 125 Duke for grown-ups. Maximum riding fun, powerful propulsion and optimum user value thanks to thoroughbred motorcycle technology. Featherweight chassis with high-quality components and first-class brakes. And dynamic cornering fun guaranteed with the surprisingly full-bodied and lively power of the cultivated, new four-stroke single-cylinder with injection, six-speed transmission and low fuel consumption. Precisely what you'd expect from a genuine KTM.

ENGINE

Design	Single-cylinder, 4-stroke, spark-ignition engine, liquid-cooled
Displacement	200 cm³
Bore	72 mm
Stroke	49 mm
Starting aid	Electric starter
Transmission	6-speed, claw shifted
Engine lubrication	Forced oil lubrication with 1 rotor pump
Primary gear ratio	22:72
Secondary gear ratio	14:43
Cooling system	Liquid cooling system, continuous circulation of cooling liquid with water pump
Clutch	Clutch in oil bath / mechanically operated
Ignition system	Contactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment

CHASSIS

Frame	Tubular space frame made from steel tubes, powder-coated
Fork	WP Suspension 4357
Shock absorber	WP Suspension 4618 EM
Suspension travel Front	150 mm
Suspension travel Rear	150 mm
Brake system Front	Disc brake with two-pot brake caliper
Brake system Rear	Disc brake with one-pot brake caliper, floating brake discs
Brake discs - diameter front	300 mm
Brake discs - diameter rear	230 mm
Chain	5/8 x 1/4” (520) O‑Ring
Steering head angle	65°
Wheel base	1,361±15 mm
Ground clearance (unloaded)	170 mm
Seat height (unloaded)	810 mm
Total fuel tank capacity approx.	10.5 l Unleaded premium fuel (95 RON)
Weight without fuel approx.	125 kg

KTM 125 Duke Motorcycle

2011-12-01T22:35:00.000-08:00

The first 125cc KTM for the road – for all young people and the young at heart alike. The 125 Duke offers maximum riding fun, thanks to thoroughbred motorcycle technology. The featherweight chassis with high-quality components and first-class brakes guarantees dynamic cornering fun. The refined four-stroke single cylinder with fuel injection and six-gear transmission provides adequate propulsion. And the low fuel consumption ensures a reasonable level of economy. Precisely what you'd expect from a genuine KTM. Also available from 2012 in a stylish grey.

ENGINE

Design	1-cylinder 4-stroke engine, water-cooled
Displacement	125 cm³
Bore	58 mm
Stroke	47.2 mm
Performance	11 kW (15 hp)
Starting aid	Electric starter
Transmission	6 speed, claw shifted
Engine lubrication	Forced oil lubrication with 2 Eaton pumps
Primary gear ratio	22:72
Secondary gear ratio	14:45
Cooling system	Liquid cooling system, continuous circulation of cooling liquid with water pump
Clutch	Wet multi-disc clutch / hydraulically operated
Ignition system	Contactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment, type Kokusan

CHASSIS

Frame	Tubular space frame made from steel tubes, powder-coated
Fork	WP Suspension 4357
Shock absorber	WP Suspension 4618 EM
Suspension travel Front	150 mm
Suspension travel Rear	150 mm
Brake system Front	Disc brake with two-pot brake caliper
Brake system Rear	Disc brake with one-pot brake caliper, floating brake discs
Brake discs - diameter Front	280 mm
Brake discs - diameter Rear	230 mm
Chain	5/8 x 1/4” (520) O‑Ring
Steering head angle	65°
Wheel base	1,361±15 mm
Ground clearance (unloaded)	170 mm
Seat height (unloaded)	810 mm
Total fuel tank capacity approx.	10.5 l Unleaded premium fuel (95 RON)
Weight without fuel approx.	125 kg

2012 KAWASAKI NINJA® ZX™-14R MOTORCYCLE

2011-11-21T18:29:00.000-08:00

The ‘R’ Designation Equals More Race Winning Power and More Refinement for the Ultimate Open-Class Sportbike

It’s gotta be ugly competing against the ZX™-14 year after year. When it arrived on the big-bore sportbike stage in 2006, the big Ninja® blew everyone’s minds – owners, journalists and competitors – with its incredible thrust, sport-tourer comfort, agile handling and aerodynamic full-coverage bodywork. Continuous refinement has kept the 14 a step ahead of the competition, all while filling enthusiasts’ face shields with wild, ear-to-ear grins.

Fortunately for Kawasaki fans (and unfortunately for the competition), there’s no let up for 2012. Not only is the newly R-designated Ninja ZX-14R massively more powerful, it’s also almost entirely new, with more of the character, design excellence, and finesse you’ve come to expect from Team Green™ – the company that’s been building legendary open-class motorcycles for more than 40 years.

Big power delivered smoothly has always been a big Ninja hallmark, so the changes for 2012 begin in the new ZX-14R’s engine bay. First off, there’s more displacement via a 4mm stroke increase; to 65mm (up from 61mm), with displacement now registering 1441cc (up from 1352cc). Combustion chamber shapes are newly optimized for 2012, and they’re surface-milled now, not cast. Intake ports are reshaped and polished for maximum flow while working in concert with longer and more durable intake valves. Yep, the new Ninja ZX-14R really does come “ported” right from the factory.

The camshafts working those valves are more radical, with increased lift and revised profiles, while a stronger cam chain and revised tensioning system maximize reliability at the stratospheric rpm levels this engine is capable of. Newly designed forged pistons with thinner crowns offer increased durability and less weight, and are cooled by a new oil-jet cooling system that pumps a continuous stream of lubricant at the underside of each piston. (Testing shows the engine runs considerably cooler with this system.) There’s more: Compression is up from last year; connecting rods have beefier small ends, and are made of a stronger material; crankshaft main journals are thicker, from 38 to 40mm; a new air-cleaner element is larger and thicker, with 10% more surface area and 40 percent more airflow capability; and transmission gears have been heat- and surface-treated to be even more durable and shift more smoothly.

Feeding this class dominating new engine is a revised fuel injection system that offers automatic idle adjustment and reduced emissions. Burned hydrocarbons exit through a heavily revised exhaust system with reshaped, larger-diameter tapered header pipes and larger-volume, reshaped mufflers, each with an advanced catalyzer to minimize emissions.

The benefits of all this hot-rodding are substantial, as there’s more power virtually everywhere across the rev range. The increases are most profound in the mid-high rpm range, with notably stronger acceleration from 4,000 rpm onward. This translates into the sort of thrust riders can appreciate in a wide variety of situations, whether it’s powering up a freeway on-ramp to merge with fast-moving traffic or cruising along a deserted backroad on a sunny, Sunday-morning ride. On the ZX-14R, total domination is just a twist of the throttle away.

But the ZX-14R’s new engine is more than supremely powerful; there’s plenty of polish and panache to go along with it. The engine’s dual gear-driven counterbalancer setup, for instance, has been optimized to work with the new mill’s longer-stroke dimensions and crankshaft changes. The result is smoother power across the rev range.

That power is more manageable than ever, too, thanks to the addition of a back-torque limiting “slipper” clutch assembly and a KTRC traction control and ignition management system that features three different riding modes – full power, medium power and a third mode for low-traction (wet/slippery) conditions. The KTRC system is controlled by a bar-mounted toggle/push switch, and the system’s effects can be monitored on a seven-segment bar graph in the cockpit’s LCD info-screen. The back-torque limiting clutch technology comes directly from the racetrack, and helps eliminate the wheel-hop and stability-eroding torque effects of energetic downshifting and braking while cornering, or during spirited – or emergency – stops. It also helps protect the bike’s drive train, for optimum durability.

The result of all this refined and high-tech hot rodding is arguably the finest open-class streetbike engine ever built – and an engine this capable needs a similarly competent chassis in which to live and thrive. The 2012 ZX-14R is up to the job, and then some. Kawasaki engineers strove to retain the previous ZX-14’s light-handling and maneuverable demeanor, using the existing chassis design as a starting point for the new 14R and its increased power production. To maintain this sweet-handling character but also pump up the sportiness quotient, engineers modified more than half of the previous frame’s aluminum castings and forgings, all of which have different flex and rigidity characteristics than the parts they replace. So while the new alloy frame bears a distinct resemblance to the previous unit’s over-the-engine, monocoque design, it is vastly different: stiffer in some places and unchanged in others, the net result forming an ideal balance for the bike’s weight, power and cornering ability. In back, the swingarm is 10mm longer than before and features more gusseting to effectively match the new frame’s rigidity balance.

Front and rear suspension revisions help maintain this balancing act of wheel control, ride compliance and maneuverability. Both the 43mm fully adjustable inverted fork and multi-adjustable single shock have improved bottoming resistance and revised internal settings, while new lighter and beautifully machined 10-spoke wheels look great and reduce unsprung weight by a whopping 3.3 pounds, further aiding acceleration, handling and suspension action. The new ZX-14R’s triple disc brakes are updated, as well, with more rigid disc material and revised pads for powerful, fade-free stops and a progressive feel at the lever.

Of course, with this much top-shelf performance, you also have to look good. Dynamic styling has been a Kawasaki hallmark since the days of H1s, H2s and Z-1s, so it’s only fitting that this latest addition to a long line of sportbikes looks the part, with new bodywork tip-to-tail honoring the imposing, angular and flowing shapes that have made recent Ninjas some of the most attractive sportbikes in existence. The nose is especially imposing, with a more aggressive nose fitted with a quad-headlight assembly and a large ram-air duct stuffing cool atmosphere into the intake system. The traditional 4-fin theme along the fairing’s sides has a more pronounced 3D design this year, while great effort was expended to hide hooks and fasteners as much as possible. The bike’s tail section is especially well-sculpted, with faired-in turn signals and a cool rear seat cowl – standard on all U.S.-spec models – boosting aesthetic performance.

The body package offers functional benefits as well as aesthetic ones. The reshaped seat, for instance, offers more thigh support and makes it easier for vertically challenged riders to reach the ground. The bodywork’s venting system is better at extracting heated air from the engine bay and away from the rider and passenger.

The new ZX-14’s instruments and controls have been reworked as well, with a newly finished gauge cluster and a new multi-function switch on the left handlebar that handles all system functions; you can toggle the LCD screen using the upper/lower buttons, and easily scroll through fuel consumption, remaining range, battery voltage, external temperature, traction control, etc., choosing and adjusting functions using the ‘select’ button in the center of the toggle switch. There’s even an “eco” indicator on the LCD screen that lets riders know when they’re getting maximum economy and fuel mileage.

The end result of all this technology and all these features is a dominating open-class ride – a supremely smooth, powerful and refined sporting motorcycle that’ll gladly go anywhere there’s asphalt and do it with an uncanny level of competence. High-aggression Sunday-morning rides? No worries. Two-up along the coast for the weekend? Easy. Commuting to and from work? Simple. Weekend bracket racing at the local dragstrip? Cake.

See? It’s difficult to compete with an open-classer this good at so many things. It’s a fact our competition knows all too well.

Authentic Kawasaki Accessories are available through Kawasaki dealers.

Specification
Engine
Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, four valve per cylinder, inline-four
Displacement
1,441 cc
Bore x Stroke
84.0 x 65.0 mm
Compression Ratio
12.3:1
Fuel System
DFI® with four 44mm Mikuni throttle bodies
Ignition
TCBI with Digital Advance
Transmission
Six-Speed
Final Drive
X-Ring Chain
Rake/Trail
23 degrees / 3.7 in.
Front Tire Size
120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire Size
190/50 ZR17
Wheelbase
58.3 in.
Front Suspension / wheel travel
43mm inverted cartridge fork with adjustable preload, 18-way compression and 15-way rebound damping adjustment / 4.6 in.
Rear Suspension / wheel travel
Bottom-link Uni-Trak® and gas-charged shock with adjustable preload, stepless rebound and compression damping adjustments, adjustable ride height / 4.9 in.
Front Brakes
Dual semi-floating 310 mm petal discs with dual radial-mounted four-piston calipers
Rear Brakes
Single 250mm petal disc with twin-piston caliper
Overall length
85.4 in.
Overall width
30.3 in.
Overall height
46.1 in.
Ground clearance
4.9 in.
Seat Height
31.5 in.
Curb Weight
584.3 lbs.
Fuel Capacity
5.8 gal
Color
Metallic Spark Black, Candy Surf Blue, Golden Blazed Green with special graphics (SE)
Warranty
12 months
Good Times™ Protection Plan
12, 24, 36 or 48 months

Ural Red October LI Motorcycle

2011-10-25T18:35:00.000-07:00

It has become a tradition that every fall we’re trying to surprise you with our trademark end-of-the-year limited edition motorcycles.

This year our European colleagues from Ural Motorcycles GmbH came up with the idea of the Red October to commemorate either the 25th anniversary of the novel "The Hunt for the Red October" or the 92nd anniversary of the Red October Revolution (whichever comes first). They have been bold and courageous in choosing a color scheme, not usually associated with a classic motorcycle and sidecar design.

Red October ... Single wheel drive, 18” wheels and 3.89 final drive ratio, lower seating sidecar on the Retro sidecar frame - fastest Ural combination! Black trim against the dressy red paint scheme... available fall of 2009.

The hunt for Red October is now on!

Specification

For technical details please see specification for Tourist model. In the table below you will find what differentiates Red October from our standard sidecar motorcycles.

Final drive

Single wheel drive, 3.89 ratio

Sidecar chassis

“Retro” style

Wheels

18” painted steel rims, steel spokes

Tires

18” Uralshina

Seat

“Tractor” style single seat

Additional equipment

Hand reverse shifter

Rear fender luggage rack

Trunk luggage rack

Sidecar bumper

First aid box

Options you may purchase separately

Spare tire

Sidecar windscreen

Bench seat

...and more

Paint scheme

Body parts

Frames, wheel hubs and

rims, handlebar, fender

clips, racks, dash,

engine, and gearbox cases,

and other parts

Exhaust pipes and mufflers

Grenadier Red

Matt Black

Black ceramic coating

Notes:

Following our established tradition of showing the bike in specification that you won't get - take a look at the pictures and read the comments carefully.

1. Tires. Unfortunately the luxurious Heidenaus that you see in the photos do not meet load rating require-

ments,so we'll have to stick with the Uralshina tires for US Red October variant.

2. Exhaust system. Again, have to follow the rules, the exhaust will be stock but with black ceramic coating. If

you really want the aftermarket pipes as shown on the photos, you'll have to get them from your dealer sepa-

rately.

3. The last but not the least - the color. We racked our brains trying to figure out how to properly deliver the color onto your screen. But no matter what we did, each monitor in our office showed a different color of red. So if you see a burgundy or even a purple Red October on your screen, remember it's actually red. The same red as our Tourist model if you saw one in person, but not exactly the same red as shown for the Tourist.

Ural Taiga LI Motorcycle

2011-10-25T18:32:00.000-07:00

Each year we look for inspiration for our fall season limited edition series. This year our inspiration comes from Taiga – the World's largest northernmost forest frontier. It also comes from the endurance, resourcefulness and determination - the qualities necessary to navigate the unknown territories and survive the wilderness of the Great Taiga forests. It so happens that at Ural we specialize in keeping the traction when the road gets uncertain. So for all the pioneers at heart out there, we introduce this year's Limited Edition...

Ural "Taiga" 2WD - the ultimate adventure vehicle to carry you through your very own Taiga wilderness. Taiga is equipped with off-road accessories and practical tools to survive the most remote and treacherous conditions, should you choose to brave an adventure to Siberia...

Specification

For technical details please see specification for Gear Up model.

Color: Larch Green

Included:

- Driver Windshield

- Nose rack

- Rear fender luggage rack

- Engine skid plate

- Black Fluid Canister & bracket

- Black First Aid Box with 16 pcs survival kit

- Hand winch with cover & towing points on the front and rear of the sidecar frame

- Black Cordura tonneau & seat cover

- Spotlight

- Shovel

In your Taiga trunk:

- Manual Air pump

- Maglite ® Flashlight with IMZ logo

- Motorcycle Repair Tool kit

- Tow Strap

MSRP: $13,999

Total Production Run: 27 units

Available in the US: Now

BMW K 1600 GTL MOTORCYCLE

2011-09-18T19:38:00.000-07:00

When luxury is freed of all ballast, it moves to a new level. At the very top of this evolution is the new K 1600 GTL – a high-class touring bike like none before it. With the most compact and efficient in-line 6-cylinder engine ever installed in a series production motorcycle.

The ergonomics of the K 1600 GTL are designed for long trips and leave nothing to be desired for either rider or pillion passenger in terms of comfort. The slim design in the area of the rider's seat and the fact that the handlebars reach far back allows a relaxed seating position - for hours and over hundreds of kilometres. The pillion passenger enjoys a sizeable seating area and a comfortable backrest.

Available for the first time in a motorcycle: the adaptive headlight (special equipment feature) - a revolution which matches the visionary front section of the K 1600 GTL and provides the very highest level of active safety.

The GTL makes luxury light-footed. This is because its unique chassis provides excellent handling. With a totally direct ride feel due to the ground-breaking Duolever front suspension. At the rear, it is the Paralever that put's the power of the engine onto the road, The optional ESA II (Electronic Suspension Adjustment) ensures that the GTL always glides completely smoothly since the systems allows the damping and suspension to be adapted according to situation and preference at the press of a button.

Every detail is designed for maximum riding pleasure. A motorcycle for people who are looking for a new kind of supremacy.

The K 1600 GTL. UNSTOPPABLE TOUR.

Engine
Type Oil-/watercooled 4-stroke in-line 6-cylinder engine, two overhead camshafts, four valves per cylinder
Bore x stroke 72 mm x 67,5 mm
Capacity 1.649 cc
Rated output 118 kw at 7.750 rpm
Max. torque 175 Nm at 5.250 rpm
Compression ratio 12,2 : 1
Mixture control / engine management Electronic intake pipe injection, digital engine management (BMS-X)
Emission control Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3
Performance / fuel consumption
Maximum speed Over 200 km/h
Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 90 km/h 4.6 l
Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 120 km/h 5.9 l
Fuel type Unleaded super, octane number 95 (RON)
Electrical system
Alternator three-phase alternator 580 W
Battery 12 V / 19 Ah, maintenance-free
Power transmission
Clutch Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath
Gearbox 6-speed, helical, gearbox
Drive Cardan shaft
Chassis / brakes
Frame Bridge-type frame, cast aluminium, load-bearing engine
Front wheel location / suspension BMW Motorrad Duolever; central spring strut
Rear wheel location / suspension BMW Motorrad Paralever
Suspension travel front / rear 125mm /135 mm
Wheelbase 1,680 mm
Castor 108.4 mm
Steering head angle 62.2°
Wheels Cast aluminium wheels
Rim, front 3,50 x 17"
Rim, rear 6.00 x 17"
Tyres, front 120/70 ZR 17
Tyres, rear 190/55 ZR 17
Brake, front Dual disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston fixed calipers
Brake, rear Single disc brake, diameter 320 mm, double-piston caliper
ABS Series: BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (part-integral)
Dimensions / weights
Length 2,489mm
Width (incl. mirrors) 1,000 mm
Height (excl. mirrors) 1,465 mm
Seat height, unladen weight 750 mm (high seat bench 780 mm)
Inner leg curve, unladen weight 1,720 mm (high seat bench 1,770 mm)
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled 1) 348 kg
Dry weight 2) 321 kg
Permitted total weight 560 kg
Payload (with standard equipment) 212 kg
Usable tank volume 26,5 l
Reserve 4,0 l

APRILIA RSV4 R APRC MOTORCYCLE

2011-09-18T19:21:00.000-07:00

From World SBK to a Sunday track day

Created with the single-minded goal of being simply the best on the track and on the road, since its inception the Aprilia RSV4 has astonished the world with its looks, technology and performance. The first 65° V-4 engine ever in a sports production bike, a chassis worthy of a 250 GP, Ride By Wire, multimap engine management: all these are accomplished achievements for the Aprilia RSV4, that tops unique architecture and specs with Aprilia's signature excellent rideability brought to the next level.

A project conceived not just to create a motorcycle that delivers the utmost in performance, but one that also allows the rider to make full use of every last iota of its competitive potential.

The excellent results obtained by all of the champions who have ridden it in races are not by chance. Nonetheless, the true revolution of the new Aprilia RSV4 R APRC is that, to explore its potential and have fun, you don't have to be a world champion thanks to the exemplary balance obtained with the APRC (Aprilia Performance Ride Control) system, the exclusive traction control which can be adjusted at eight levels and is capable of self-calibrating based on the different type of tyres, wheelie control, starting assistance and the electronic gearbox.

Concrete assistance for the bike's rideability which gives the rider more confidence and control in conditions at the limit, helping to identify the most efficient trajectories and making the ride less taxing from the psycho-physical point of view.

The introduction of such advanced technology in mass production is the demonstration of Aprilia's enormous design capacity which has developed all of the RSV4 Factory SBK electronics "in house" which were ridden to the world championship by Max Biaggi and from which the dynamic controls platform applied to the new RSV4 R APRC were derived.

With this new version the Aprilia staff has made it possible to build a bike which is faster on the track but at the same time more "communicative" for the widest range of riding experience and capability, fine tuning what can be considered the patriarch of a new generation of supersport bikes.

Technical sheet

Engine: Aprilia longitudinal 65° V-4 cylinder, 4-stroke, liquid cooling system, double overhead camshafts (DOHC), four valves per cylinder
Fuel: Unleaded fuel
Bore x Stroke: 78 x 52.3 mm
Total displacement: 999.6 cc
Compression ratio: 13:1
Maximum power at the crank: 180 CV (132,4 kW) a 12.500 rpm
Maximum torque at the crank: 115 Nm a 10.000 rpm
Fuel system: Airbox with front dynamic air intakes. 4 Weber-Marelli 48-mm throttle bodies with 8 injectors and latest generation Ride-by-Wire engine management. Choice of three different engine maps selectable by the rider with bike in motion: T (Track), S (Sport), R (Road)
Ignition: Magneti Marelli digital electronic ignition system integrated in engine control system, with one spark plug per cylinder and “stick-coil”-type coils
Starting: Electric
Exhaust: 4 into 2 into 1 layout, single oxygen sensor, lateral single silencer with engine control unit-controlled butterfly valve and integrated trivalent catalytic converter (Euro 3)
Generator: Flywheel mounted 420W alternator with rare earth magnets
Lubrification: Wet sump lubrication system with oil radiator and two oil pumps (lubrication and cooling)
Gear box: 6-speed cassette type gearbox 1st: 39/15 (2.6) 2nd: 33/16 (2,063) 3rd: 34/20 (1.7) 4th: 32/22 (1,455) 5th: 34/26 (1,308) 6th: 33/27 (1,222)
Clutch: Multiplate wet clutch with mechanical slipper system
Primary drive: Straight cut gears and integrated flexible coupling, drive ratio: 73/44 (1,659)
Final drive: Chain: Drive ratio: 40/16 (2.5) or 42/16 (2.625)
Frame: Aluminium dual beam chassis with pressed and cast sheet elements. Sachs steering damper
Front suspension: Upside-down Showa fork with Ø 43 mm stanchions. Forged aluminium radial calliper mounting brackets. Completely adjustable spring preload and hydraulic compression and rebound damping. Wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear suspension: Twin sided aluminium swingarm; mixed low thickness and sheet casting technology. Sachs piggy back monoshock with completely adjustable: spring preload, wheelbase, hydraulic compression and rebound damping. APS progressive linkage. Wheel travel 130mm
Brakes: Front: Dual 320-mm diameter floating stainless steel disc with lightweight stainless steel rotor and aluminium flange with 6 pins. Brembo monobloc radial callipers with 4 Ø 34-mm opposite. Sintered pads. Radial pump and metal braided brake hose Rear: 220-mm diameter disc; Brembo calliper with two Ø 32 mm separate pistons. Sintered pads. Pump with integrated tank and metal braided hose
Wheels: Front: Aluminium alloy with 6 split spokes, 3.5”X17” Rear: Aluminium alloy with 5 split spokes, 6”X17”
Tyres: Radial tubeless. Front: 120/70 ZR 17 Rear: 190/55 ZR 17 (alternative: 190/50 ZR 17)
Dimensions: Max. length: 2040 mm Max. width: 735 mm (at the handlebar) Max. height: 1120 mm Min. height from the ground: 130 mm Saddle height: 845 mm Centre to centre distance: 1420 mm Trail: 105 mm Steering angle: 24.5°
Dry weight: 184 kg *
Fuel tank capacity: 17 litres (4-litre reserve included)
Other: * Kerb weight, without battery and fluids.

State of art technology

This new technology is brought together in the APRC (Aprilia Performance Ride Control) package, basically the state of the art in dynamic performance control, a multi-patented system that makes Superbike winning technology available to professional racing riders and hobby riders alike. All this comes in an easy to use, intuitive package.

Aprilia RSV4 R APRC's improvements are not limited to the electronic management system. The 65° V4 engine offers improved lubrication and closer spaced gears for better acceleration. The new, lighter exhaust features an advanced butterfly valve management system to suit the Ride By Wire mapping for improved breathing and efficiency throughout the RPM range.

The Aprilia RSV4 R APRC also receives new and lighter wheels with three double-spokes

All of the innovations on the R APRC

The new features introduced in the Aprilia RSV4 R APRC in detail:

APRC Aprilia Performance Ride Control, the electronic management package including:

- ATC: Aprilia Traction Control automatically adjusts to different types of tyres, with 8 settings conveniently selectable while racing from a joystick on the left handlebar without turning down the throttle;

- AWC: Aprilia Wheelie Control with three settings;

- ALC: Aprilia Launch Control, for use on the track only, with 3 settings;

- AQS: Aprilia Quick Shift, for ultra-fast shifting without closing the throttle or using the clutch.

Dual display mode for instrument panel display: ROAD and RACE;

New exhaust is lighter and offers improved performance;

Optimised gear ratios for the utmost track performance;

Improved engine lubrication;

Lighter three double-spoke wheels.

APRC APRILIA PERFORMANCE RIDE CONTROL

In the wake of the success achieved by the RSV4 Factory SE, the Aprilia Performance Ride Control system now comes to the R version. The package uses an automotive inertial sensor platform with two gyrometers and two accelerometers allowing the ECU to recognise the dynamic conditions of the bike and adapt the engine management parameters accordingly. The rider can adjust any component of the APRC system independently at will.

ATC: the traction control system of the future

The ATC- Aprilia Traction Control undoubtedly is one of the greatest strengths of the APRC package. This is a fully innovative traction control system developed from an Aprilia patent, mainly focussed on helping the rider improve his lap times. Thanks to the inertial platform and the Ride By Wire pioneered by Aprilia, the ATC not only reduces torque when the rear wheel slips but lets the rider control tail sliding when exiting a bend, giving him a better feel for throttle control, depending on lean angle.

Aprilia ATC is quickly, easily activated from the instrument panel menu and offers 8 settings. When the ATC is enabled, the rider can change setting in an instant at any time using a joystick on the left handlebar to suit track, pavement or tyre conditions, without closing the throttle and keeping his hands on the handlebar, as in professional motorcycle racing. This way, the system can adjust to every single bend of any track so as to meet the specific requirements of any rider, including the most expert ones.

The other incredible achievement of Aprilia technology is the system's "learning capacity". Current traction control systems are designed and optimised for a single size and type of tyre. This limit frequently cancels the benefits of traction control. Aprilia Traction Control (ATC) has overcome this limit: a procedure activated by the rider enables the system to learn the tyre radius and final ratio adopted on the bike to obtain fine-tuned traction control.

AWC: stability at top acceleration

Exploiting the full power of modern superbikes down to the very last HP is every rider's dream. Aprilia's AWC (Aprilia Wheelie Control) has achieved extraordinary results. Thanks to the exclusive Aprilia patented Wheelie Detection System, the AWC is able to “tell” when a wheelie begins and ends and kicks in to smoothen wheel contact with the road. Smooth, soft wheelie management avoids harsh power cuts or pick-up, providing perfect acceleration control. The AWC system is activated from the instrument panel and can be adjusted independently from other control systems choosing from three settings to better meet rider requirements.

ALC: the best holeshot

The perfect start is yet another racer's dream, because a good start frequently means you're half way towards a victory. When the lights go out, handling the huge power of modern superbikes is no easy task. Unless the bike handles it itself to offer its best starting performance. The ALC (Aprilia Launch Control) system ensures an instant start as the lights go out, applying full power to the road to assist the rider in this critical moment of the race. All the rider needs to do is give full throttle and release the clutch as he normally would and shift gears. The ALC has three settings that can be selected from the instrument panel menu, then it must be “armed” at standstill, by squeezing both traction control buttons on the left handlebar joystick at the same time.

AQS: record-breaking shifting

When you're after the utmost lap performance, you can't afford to waste even one thousandth of a second in an apparently simple operation like shifting. RSV4 R APRC comes with the Aprilia Quick Shift as standard. Basically, the quick shift shortens spark advance for an instant and then gradually restores it, making for super-fast shifting with no need to close the throttle or use the clutch. The system works hand in hand with the new closer spaced gearbox to limit RPM drop during shifting for faster lap times. To optimise AQS performance, Aprilia engineers have fine-tuned power cut timing based on shifting RPM.

THE MOTORCYCLE

Aprilia RSV4 R represents the beginning of a new generation of hypersports motorcycles: with its essential concept and pure design, it eschews an overfaired look in favour of body elements pared down to the bare minimum necessary for aerodynamic efficiency. The breathtaking beauty of the mechanicals reveals a bike that achieves levels of compactness which, until now, had only been possible in much smaller engined machines and GP prototypes. State of the art technology for the engine and chassis, coupled with extraordinary usability, make this the perfect companion for the rider who wants to reach and redefine his limits with unparalleled feeling and ease.

These aspects of the project not only give the bike such incredible performance but are also what make it so easy to put every last horsepower to good use. Nothing about this bike is commonplace, and this is even true about the technical solutions adopted - this is the world's first full scale production motorcycle with a high performance narrow V4 engine, the most revolutionary and powerful engine ever built by Aprilia. Together with the fully integrated electronics, record breaking lightness and extreme compactness, this engine gives the bike its unique, unmistakable character.

World class components: the fully adjustable upside down front fork and Sachs rear shock, manufactured to Aprilia specifications, ensure superlative performance and offer the rider incredible feedback for absolute control in any situation. The Brembo brakes with radial monobloc callipers, ultralight alloy wheel rims featuring a new design and the steering damper ensure the utmost in safety in all riding conditions.

With these attributes, it is clear that the RSV4 R APRC is the new benchmark for the full scale production superbike segment. The unique characteristics of the bike are listed as follows:

RSV4 R APRC highlights:

• APRC fitted as standard

• Advanced exhaust butterfly valve management

• Fully adjustable Sachs upside down front fork

• Fully adjustable Sachs shock absorber

• Sachs steering damper

• Lighter new wheels cast in lightweight alloy with three double-spokes

THE ENGINE

While the incredible APRC system is without a doubt the most important new feature introduced with this latest version of the RSV4, there has also been a raft of significant updates made to the engine of the RSV4 R APRC, drawn from experience in competition to improve its already legendary technical and mechanical characteristics.

Aprilia RSV4 is the only production super sport bike using a narrow 65° V four-cylinder engine with unique features. Extremely compact, as slim as a twin-cylinder to fit in an ultra-compact chassis, the 65° V4 engine was and still is the epitome of Italian engineering ingenuity.

The Aprilia 65° V4 engine specifications in short:

Engine capacity: 999.6 cc

Architecture: 65° V4

Crankcase: monobloc with integrated crankcase liners

Timing system: 4 valves per cylinder (Titanium and Nymonic) operated directly by a camshaft driven by a mixed chain/gear system, lateral timing chain, central gear train

Fuel system: Electronic injection with 2 injectors per cylinder and integrated independent Ride by Wire system for each bank. Three mappings selectable from handlebar.

Antivibration countershaft

Compression ratio: 13:1

Transmission: 6-speed direct-control cassette type gearbox

Clutch: Multiplate wet clutch with mechanical slipper system

Electronic management: Magneti Marelli control unit managing ignition, injection and Ride by Wire system.

APRC system for dynamic control

The narrow V architecture translates into an engine that is incredibly compact in length, offering advantages in terms of mass centralisation and an extremely high performance chassis (short wheelbase, long swingarm).

The innovative timing system (with the chain camshaft driving only the intake camshaft, which in turn drives the exhaust camshaft via a gear) has made extremely compact heads (just 250 mm at the rear of the engine) especially in the area beneath the frame spars, which are thus much narrower than would otherwise be possible.

A countershaft dampens vibrations even more than in a 90° V engine.

The monobloc crankcase with integrated aluminium cylinder liners ensures maximum rigidity and consistent performance.

The electronic management system is another example of the 65° V4 engine's technological supremacy. Full Ride-by-Wire technology eliminates any direct connection between the throttle grip and the throttle valves, which are entirely controlled by a latest generation Marelli control unit that also controls the ignition and the 8 injectors (the 4 secondary fan pattern injectors come into play at high loads).

Each bank has a dedicated servo unit actuating its own two throttle bodies only. This means that the aperture of the throttle valves and, as a consequence, the quantity of fuel injected, can be controlled independently. This solution, applied here for the first time ever in a production bike, opens up practically infinite possibilities for power delivery control and works hand in hand with the APRC system.

The transmission has also been designed to the meet most advanced criteria to offer the maximum performance possible. To underscore the racing soul of the 65° V4 engine, it is mated to a cassette gearbox with a wet sump lubrication system (with oil in the crankcase). The wet clutch features a mechanical slipper system for optimised engine braking torque control and stability under hard braking.

The 65° V4 was one of the most advanced engines in the world at the time of its debut. The new RSV4 R APRC underwent a number of refinements and further improvements based on the world superbike racing experience with the factory bike. The new exhaust and engine mappings make for optimal power delivery. Lubrication has been improved at critical points, the countershaft runs in ball bearings rather than plain bushings and the head cooling circuit has been reviewed for optimal operating temperatures and long-term reliability.

Combustion chambers and cylinder-piston fits have also been revised for optimal engine performance. The three lowest gears are spaced closer for extra speed out of bends. The advanced exhaust butterfly valve management system improved delivery in the low rpm band and reduces emissions while preserving the engine's thrilling sound.

CHASSIS

Aprilia bikes have always been world famous for the superiority of these chassis. RSV4 R raises the bar even higher with a totally state of the art chassis architecture which, drawing from the expertise accumulated by Aprilia in years of racing and victories, tames the explosive power of the V4 engine to offer the rider absolute control over the bike.

Quite simply, the RSV4 R is the best package available today for the rider demanding the utmost in performance in a bike that is as exciting as a track day machine as it is fun to ride on the open road.

Perfect mass centralisation is just one of the great strengths of the RSV4 R frame. This has been achieved by optimising every tiny detail. As on a racing machine, the fuel tank is positioned so that the majority of the fuel sits under the saddle optimising bike balance and cancelling out handling differences between full and empty tank conditions.

In keeping with consolidated Aprilia traditions, the aluminium frame of the RSV4 R exploits the strength and flexibility of cast and pressed elements, which are welded together in a structure setting new benchmarks in terms of balance and dynamic efficiency. The result is maximum torsional stiffness and flexional stiffness optimised for total bike control. This means that the Aprilia RSV4 R is not just a bike with devastating performance, but one whose greatest strength is precisely the incredible ease with which any rider can access its full potential. The swingarm also uses the same constructional technology as the frame and offers the same perfect balance between flexional and torsional stiffness to contribute to the extraordinary handling capabilities of the RSV4 R.

The unique construction technology of the frame and swingarm allows them both to proudly flaunt the naturally gleaming colour of aluminium, yet another feature that is increasingly rarer in production bikes that contributes to pure racing look of the RSV4 R.

Suspensions

Completing the chassis is a superlative suspension layout - the upside down Sachs fork has 43 mm diameter stanchions and features adjustable spring preload and hydraulic compression and rebound damping.

The Sachs rear shock was developed from experience learned directly on the track. This sock absorber boasts a piggy back nitrogen canister (separate and mounted on the body of the unit) and adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping and length, allowing the height of the rear end of the bike to be altered to modify the set-up to suit different riding styles and tracks.

Completing the package is a steering damper, also by Sachs, which ensures impeccable high speed stability and millimetre precision in setting the bike up for turns.

Componentry

A real Superbike is special not only as far as performance is concerned but also for the care it is built with. The details on the RSV4 R speak volumes of a bike built with an obsessive attention to every single aspect, both technical and otherwise.

The following are just some of the most significant class leading components used:

- Instrument panel: the mixed type (digital-analogue), it receives all the information from the CAN line and becomes an integral and crucial part of the self-diagnosis system as it is fitted with memory. This is a fully fledged on-board computer, with a dot matrix display set against a minimalist, ultramodern and compact design. Its functions have been improved and are all accessible from three easy to use buttons.

- Headlight: the triple headlamp layout is not just a reference to the legendary original RSV Mille, but designed to offer total night time visibility.

- Electrical system: designed from the outset to offer maximum functionality and rationality with minimum weight. The result is an extremely clean and compact layout that makes for easier maintenance and is ready for track use, as all components relative to the lights and turn indicators are easily removable.

The RSV4R can dress in two different liveries: The aggressive and vibrant "competition black" with metallic brilliance which is similar to the Factory version, or in the bright "Glam White" tone, the current trendy colour in the supersport sector.

Suzuki Burgman 400 Motorcycle

2011-01-30T02:13:00.000-08:00

The Burgman 400 offers a striking combination of performance, comfort, style and convenience. The 400cc engine produces strong power while delivering incredible fuel economy. The automatic transmission offers amazing convenience. And the underseat storage provides ample room for a variety of shopping trips and errands.

Chassis:
Brakes Front	Disc brake, twin
Brakes Rear	Disc brake
Color	Gray, White
Curb Weight	215 kg (474 lbs)
Final Drive	V-belt drive
Fuel Tank Capacity	13.5L (3.6/3.0 US/Imp gal)
Ground Clearance	125 mm (4.9 in)
Overall Length	2270 mm (89.4 in)
Overall Width	760 mm (29.9 in)
Seat Height	710 mm (28.0 in)
Suspension Front	Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Suspension Rear	Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Tires Front	120/80-14 M/C 58S, tubeless
Tires Rear	150/70-13 M/C, 64S tubeless
Transmission	Automatic
Wheelbase	1585 mm (62.4 in)

Engine:
Bore Stroke	81.0 mm (3.189 in) x 77.6 mm (3.055 in)
Compression Ratio	10.6 : 1
Engine	400cc, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC
Fuel System	Fuel injection
Ignition	Electronic ignition (Transistorized)
Lubrication	Wet Sump
Starter	Electric

Suzuki Burgman 650 Exec Motorcycle

2011-01-30T02:06:00.000-08:00

The Burgman 650 Executive is Suzuki’s flagship scooter. It combines modern styling, scooter-style convenience for daily use, and full-size motorcycle performance for touring rides around town or on the highway. Suzuki Fuel Injection offers instantaneous throttle response, while the liquid-cooled twin cylinder engine makes awesome power. And, for convenient operation and incredibly smooth performance, it has a technically advanced Suzuki Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (SECVTTM). Large floorboards, spacious ergonomics, and ample seating for two (with well-padded seats) deliver comfort, while plenty of storage space (including a cavernous underseat compartment) provides loads of convenience. The Executive model also comes standard with ABS brakes and a power windscreen. The Suzuki Burgman 650 Executive. It’s the perfect blend of unique styling matched with unbeatable performance.

Chassis:

Brakes Front Disc brake, twin

Brakes Rear Disc brake

Color Gray, White

Curb Weight 278 kg (613 lbs)

Final Drive Gear Drive

Fuel Tank Capacity 15.0 L (4.0/3.3 US/Imp gal)

Ground Clearance 130 mm (5.1 in)

Overall Length 2260 mm (89.0 in)

Overall Width 810 mm (31.9 in)

Seat Height 750 mm (29.5 in)

Suspension Front Telecsopic, coil spring, oil damped

Suspension Rear Swingarm type, coil spring, oil damped

Tires Front 120/70R15M/C 56H, tubeless

Tires Rear 160/60R14M/C 65H, tubeless

Transmission SECVT

Wheelbase 1595 mm (62.8 in)

Engine:

Bore Stroke 75.5 mm (2.972 in) x 71.3 mm (2.807 in)

Compression Ratio 11.2 : 1

Engine 638 cc (38.9 cu. in), 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, 2-cylinder, DOHC

Fuel System Suzuki fuel injection

Ignition Electronic ignition (Transistorized)

Lubrication Wet sump

Starter Electric

SUZUKI MOTORCYCLE Burgman 650

2011-01-29T06:17:00.000-08:00

The Burgman 650 combines modern styling, scooter-style convenience for daily use, and full-size motorcycle performance for touring rides. With Suzuki Fuel Injection, the liquid-cooled twin cylinder engine makes awesome power. Ample seating for two, big storage space and an automatic transmission deliver comfort and convenience. The Executive model offer ABS and a power wind screen.

Chassis:
Brakes Front Disc brake, twin Disc brake, twin
Brakes Rear Disc brake Disc brake
Color Black, White Black, White
Curb Weight 269 kg (593 lbs) 277 kg (611 lbs)
Final Drive Gear Drive Gear Drive
Fuel Tank Capacity 15.0 L (4.0/3.3 US/Imp gal) 15.0 L (4.0/3.3 US/Imp gal)
Ground Clearance 130 mm (5.1 in) 130 mm (5.1 in)
Overall Length 2260 mm (89.0 in) 2260 mm (89.0 in)
Overall Width 810 mm (31.9 in) 810 mm (31.9 in)
Seat Height 750 mm (29.5 in) 750 mm (29.5 in)

Suspension Front Telecsopic, coil spring, oil damped Telecsopic, coil spring, oil damped
Suspension Rear Swingarm type, coil spring, oil damped Swingarm type, coil spring, oil damped
Tires Front 120/70R15M/C 56H, tubeless 120/70R15M/C 56H, tubeless
Tires Rear 160/60R14M/C 65H, tubeless 160/60R14M/C 65H, tubeless
Transmission Automatic & Manual Shift Automatic & Manual Shift
Wheelbase 1595 mm (62.8 in) 1595 mm (62.8 in)

Engine:
Bore Stroke 75.5 mm (2.972 in) x 71.3 mm (2.807 in) 75.5 mm (2.972 in) x 71.3 mm (2.807 in)
Compression Ratio 11.2 : 1 11.2 : 1
Engine 638 cc, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC 638 cc, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC
Fuel System Fuel injection Fuel injection
Ignition Electronic ignition (Transistorized) Electronic ignition (Transistorized)
Lubrication Wet sump Wet sump
Starter Electric Electric

SUZUKI MOTORCYCLE GLADIUS

2011-01-29T06:08:00.000-08:00

The Suzuki Gladius provides a new definition of aggressive sport bike styling. With a trellis frame openly highlighting its chassis design, stylish five-spoke cast aluminum-alloy wheels and a bold, upswept exhaust system, the Gladius promises exciting performance. The proven 650 V-twin engine provides the power you crave.

Chassis:
Brakes Front 2-piston calipers, 290 mm disc, twin
Brakes Rear 1-piston caliper, 240mm disc
Color Black, Blue/White
Curb Weight 202kg (446lbs)
Final Drive N/A
Fuel Tank Capacity 14.5 L (3.8 US gal)
Ground Clearance N/A
Overall Length 2130 mm (83.9 in.)
Overall Width 760 mm (29.9 in.)
Seat Height 785 mm (30.9 in.)
Suspension Front Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Suspension Rear Link type, coil spring, oil damped, spring preload 7-step adjustable
Tires Front 120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless
Tires Rear 160/60ZR17M/C (69W), tubeless
Transmission 6-speed, constant mesh
Wheelbase 1445mm (56.9 in.)

Engine:
Bore Stroke 81.0 mm x 62.6 mm
Compression Ratio 11.5 : 1
Engine 645 cc, 4-stroke, 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 90-degree V-Twin
Fuel System Suzuki Fuel Injection
Ignition Electronic ignition (Transistorized)
Lubrication Wet sump
Starter Electric

URAL T MOTORCYCLE

2011-01-26T02:19:00.000-08:00

Model Number	IMZ-8.1037
Dimensions (LxWxH) mm/inches	2580x1700x1100/101.6 x 66.9 x 43.3
Seat Height mm/inches	813/32
Road Clearance mm/inches	125/4.9
Dry Weight Kg/lbs	320/705
Recommended max cruising speed km/h:mph	105/65
Engine	OHV Air-cooled, four-stroke, flat twin cylinder
Bore & Stroke	78 & 78 mm
Compression Ratio	8.6:1
Displacement	749 cc
Rated HP @ 5600 RPM	40
Carburetion	Twin KEIHIN L 22 AA
Clutch	Dry double disk
Rated Torque @ 4600 RPM	52 Nm / 38 ft-lbs
Alternator	55amp, 770 watts
Starting	Electric & Kick-Start
Gearbox	4 forward, 1 reverse, shaft drive
Fuel	91 Octane Unleaded
Tank Capacity liters/gallons	19/5.0
Front Brakes	BREMBO with full floating disk
Rear Brakes	Mechanical Drum
Sidecar Brakes	Mechanical Drum
Ignition	Electronic
Front Suspension (forks)	Leading Link
Rear Suspension	SACHS Hydraulic spring shock absorbers
Wheels Size	Front, rear, & sidecar 19"
Wheels Type	Painted steel, steel spokes, cast alum. hubs
Warranty	2 years parts and labor, unlimited mileage
Fuel Mileage	26-33 mpg/11-14 km/l*
Trunk Volume	2.9 cubic ft/22 gallons
Options you may add	Second "tractor" seat or bench seat
	Spare Wheel with Tire
	Spare Wheel Luggage Rack
	Tonneau Cover
	Sidecar windscreen
	Cylinder Crash Bar
	Full Size Tool Kit
	And more…

DUCATI MOTORCYCE HYPERMOTARD 796

2011-01-18T05:29:00.000-08:00

When the prototype Hypermotard was first shown at the 2005 Milan show it represented the creation of a new segment, one that bridged the gap between refined sportbikes and minimalist supermotards. But some at Ducati had reservations about the initial Hypermotard concept and were unsure if people were ready for such a motorcycle.

Despite those reservations, the project continued, driven by the belief in the upright and in-control riding position of a dirtbike, but not the harsh characteristics of its single cylinder engine. These confident few designed a bike that combined the agility and lightweight precision of a supermotard with the refined power characteristics of a charismatic L-Twin sportbike.

Ducati presented the prototype Hypermotard at Milan and was rewarded with a 'Best of Show' award. The innovative Hypermotard spawned a new 'cross-over' category that had reinvented pure riding pleasure with a practical and versatile motorcycle that could be used every day.

Chassis
Frame
Tubular steel Trellis frame
Wheelbase
1455mm (57.3in)
Rake
24°
Front suspension
Marzocchi 43mm usd forks
Front wheel travel
165mm (6.5in)
Front wheel
5-spoke in light alloy 3.50x17
Front Tyre
Pirelli Diablo Rosso 120/70 ZR17
Rear suspension
Progressive linkage with adjustable Sachs monoshock. Aluminium single-sided swingarm
Rear wheel travel
141mm (5.6in)
Rear wheel
5-spoke light alloy 5.50x17
Rear tyre
Pirelli Diablo Rosso 180/55 ZR17
Front brake
2 x 305mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo callipers 4-piston, 2-pad
Rear brake
245mm disc, 2-piston calliper
Fuel tank capacity
12.4l - 3.3 gallon (US)
Dry weight
167kg (366lb)
Instruments
Digital unit with displays for: Speedometer, rev counter, lap times, time, oil temp, battery voltage, A & B trips, fuel reserve trip, scheduled maintenance. Warning lights for: Neutral, turn signals, high-beam, rev-limit, oil pressure, fuel reserve. Plus: Immobilizer system
Warranty
2 years unlimited mileage
Body Colour (frame/wheel)
Red (red / black) - Matt white (racing black / black) - Matt black (racing black / black)
Versions
Dual seat
Seat height
825mm (32.5in)

DDA
DDA
DDA system-ready for Ducati Performance accessory

DTC
DTC
Not available on this model

ABS
ABS
Not available on this model

Engine
Type
L-Twin cylinder, 2 valve per cylinder Desmodromic, air cooled
Displacement
803cc
Bore x Stroke
88x66mm
Compression ratio
11:1
Power
81hp (59.6kW) @ 8000rpm
Torque
55.7lb-ft 7.7kgm @ 6250rpm
Fuel injection
Siemens electronic fuel injection, 45mm throttle body
Exhaust
Lightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter with twin lambda probes

Transmission
Gearbox
6 speed
Ratio
1=32/13 2=30/18 3=28/21 4=26/23 5=22/22 6=24/26
Primary drive
Straight cut gears, Ratio 1.85:1
Final drive
Chain, Front sprocket 15, Rear sprocket 41
Clutch
APTC wet multiplate with hydraulic control

Emissions
Standard
Euro 3 (Europe) - USA: follows the US Federal Regulation

Taking A Look At What A Cocaine Test Does

2011-01-16T06:47:00.001-08:00

A cocaine test can happen when you get a new job or have to have one to continue employment. This is one drug that they look for when they take a sample from you, with urine being the most common way of collecting one to test.

They do not test for cocaine as such, but for benzoylecgonine. This is cocaine that has been metabolized in the system and the remains for which they look for to fail you in the test. It does not matter if it is cocaine or crack, this is what appears.

Cocaine drug testing can give you a positive, even if you have no done the substance for several days. This is because the concentrates in the urine can change throughout the day, and like a pregnancy test, can be higher in the first urine of the day. This is not always true, however, since the length of time you have used the substance can also come into play with the amount that you have.

Drinking a lot of water can help dilute the urine and cause the cocaine to appear in your system light enough to be able to pass the test. Be aware, that you may be called in for additional testing since some labs get suspicious of this activity. There are also kits that offer nutrition, diuretics and guides that you can use to lower the amount in your sample as well.

Most of the time, a cocaine test will show the during in the system for 10 days or more for an average user. Generally, it will be out of your system in about a month. Your results can vary, and it can be sooner or later. The best way to pass any of the testing is to not use illegal substances, but if you do, there are things that you can do to help pass them.

Honda Motorcycle Custom Slammer

2011-01-13T17:13:00.000-08:00

Bryan Harley

Cruiser Editor Yes, Harley is my real name. And no, there’s no relationship. But I do enjoy riding Harley-Davidsons, which comes in handy as the Cruiser & Custom Editor of Motorcycle USA.

There’s no denying that Honda builds some of the smoothest running, best performing motorcycles out there. The CBR1000RR has won our Superbike Smackdown numerous times, its Honda CRF450R is always competitive in our 450 Motocross Shootout and many claim its Gold Wing is the best touring motorcycle out there. Despite making some of the most rider-friendly motorcycles on the market, Honda has also been known for its conservative styling, a label it tried to shed with the introduction of its first factory chopper, the 2010 Fury. Aftermarket firms like Cobra have demonstrated the customizing potential of a Honda cruiser with its Cobra Scrambler and Tracker, two Honda RS750 project bikes it introduced at the Long Beach IMS. Honda’s own R&D department also introduced three new custom motorcycles based on the company’s VT1300 line at the LB IMS, which our own Ryan Merrill touched on in his 2010 Long Beach Motorcycle Show Review. Honda released more specs and information on the 2010 Stateline “Slammer,” Sabre “Switchblade” and “Furious” Fury yesterday so we thought we’d take a closer look at its VT1300 Series Concepts.

Honda R&D Designers show what can be done using a 2010 VT1300 model as a base model for customization. (R) The "Switchblade" started out as a 2010 Sabre, (M) the hardtail "Furious" was once a Fury, (R) and the "Slammer" started as a Stateline.

For the custom builds, Honda enlisted the services of three young, in-house designers from its SoCal HQ. The designers had to work within a limited budget but were given free reign as far as creativity goes. The only two restrictions were the bikes had to be full on runners and they had to “stay true to the core of the production vehicle.” In other words, make it your own but don’t deviate so far from the original that its roots are unrecognizable. The last stipulation was that they only had three months to complete their builds in time for the Long Beach IMS.

2010 Stateline "Slammer" (Bagger)

Honda R&D Americas designer Erik Dunshee converted a 2010 Stateline into a wicked looking bagger. He wrapped the bars in a fork-mounted front fairing which carries the same sharp lines as the stock tank. The front end has been

Erik Dunshee converted the "Slammer" into this wicked-looking bagger with an air ride suspension.

completely revamped, including swapping out to an inverted fork wherein a 23-inch tall custom wheel lies. Brakes have been updated with a composite-coated, narrow track front rotor with a six piston caliper. The front fender hugs the tire more and now flares at the bottom. Inside the sleek fairing is an all-in-one NAV/Multimedia system with a GPS speed display.

Custom bodywork is also draped over the back end, including hard bags integrated into the rear fender. The fender has the look of a classic American car from the ‘50s. Somewhere in the bags is hidden a 10-inch subwoofer and an amp to drive the stereo system’s 500 watts of power. The bags are molded over custom crossover twin exhausts. The ride is slammed via an adjustable air-ride suspension, dropping the 6-inch ride height to 2.25-inches when lowered. The entire bike is covered in two-tone satin metallic black and pearl black paint. In keeping with the “stay true to the core” requirement, the frame, swingarm, tank and engine are stock except for a custom air cleaner jutting off the “Slammer’s” right side. Give Dunshee props. He was able to put an edgy, modern spin on an otherwise tame stock bike.

2010 Sabre "Switchblade" (Pro Drag)
Instead of the “Slammer’s” taking it to the streets styling, designer Edward Birtulescu recreated a Honda Sabre that is

The Pro Drag "Switchblade" has a three-way adjustable suspension with cruise, sport and race modes.

ready to take it to the strip. Drag strip, that is. Gone is the casual cruiser. In its place is a bike meant to be ridden fast and hard. The fenders on the original Sabre are chopped more than the other two VT1300 models, but Birtulescu took the “Switchblade” to the Nth degree. A minimal patch of carbon fiber serves as the front fender and the rear has been converted into a sportbike-like tail section that barely covers the back tire and is also made of CF. The new chin spoiler is also formed out of the lightweight, bulletproof compound.

Birtulescu totally recreated the back end of the stock Sabre, giving it a racier look with a single-sided swingarm and a chunkier back tire wrapped around an 18-inch carbon fiber wheel. He also ditched the shaft drive for a 535 chain conversion and threw on a race-inspired, three-way adjustable Ohlins suspension. Riders can dial it in for cruise, sport or race mode via the knobs in the cutout of the custom carbon fiber seat. The stock brakes have been swapped out for dual wave rotors on the front with Brembo racing-spec calipers while the 21-inch front hoop is also carbon fiber. A forward-facing heavy breather air filter boosts the flow to the stock engine and the rider position hunches over the tank stretching out to grab hold of the clip-on bars and reaching back for the rearset foot controls. Some burly custom pipes complete the conversion from a low key, laid back ride to a “Let’s get it on” burnout king.

2010 Honda Fury "Furious" (Hardtail Chopper)
Of the three neo-VT1300 customs, the original lines of the base motorcycle are most easily recognizable in “Furious.” But when your base platform is an open-necked, raked-out factory chopper, that’s a good thing. Honda R&D Americas

Nick Renner gave the "Furious" a retro vibe by converting it to a hardtail, doing away with the front fender, throwing on some straight pipes and adding a diamond-tuck seat and metal flake paint.

designer Nick Renner took the 2010 Honda Fury and injected it with some old school cool. He raked-out the front end to a crazy 45-degrees, seven degrees over stock and threw on a bigger hoop, 23-inches tall. He did away with the front fender altogether and dropped the bars, replacing them with oversized drag bars. Internal wiring and the absence of control housings also gives the handlebars a much cleaner look. He also made the stock VT1300 engine stand out more by replacing some of the bulky covers by relocating the battery and doing away with the faux chrome for blacked-out components. Renner did away with the mass of wires between the cylinders and replaced the air intake, creating a space that also makes the engine more prominent as a focal point.

Unlike the other two, Renner modified the frame, transforming “Furious” into a rigid with a custom hardtail frame conversion. The rear fender has been chopped down and hugs the custom five-spoke, 20-inch rear wheel. Dual straight pipes add to its throwback style, as does the diamond-tuck seat. The tank is stock, but the Fury’s original tank was already one of its strong suits. Its metal flake paint job and variegated leafing, though, adds to its retro-styling chops.

The three Honda designers did a bang-up job of creating three totally different styles of custom Honda motorcycles based on the VT1300 platform. These motorcycles definitely give Honda more street credibility. The “Slammer,” “Switchblade” and “Furious” are currently making the rounds at the IMS, so if you plan on going to one of the remaining shows, stop by the Honda booth to check ‘em out.

YAMAHA MOTORCYCLE WORLD CROSSER 1200CC

2011-01-11T02:09:00.000-08:00

One of this year’s Intermot Cologne show highlights was an ‘ultra’ Super Tenere concept that Yamaha unveiled, offering a glimpse of what customers should expect to see in the dealerships for the adventure tourer in the near future.

Looking like a race-ready desert contender, the 1200cc adventure bike boasts several aftermarket parts, including Ohlins suspension components and an Akrapovic exhaust system for uprated performance and handling dynamics respectively.

The Yamaha World Crosser concept also features a full navigation and GPS suite integrated behind the tall front screen, ideal for navigating vast open spaces with few visible landmarks.

"Fully-equipped with an exclusive range of lightweight chassis components, this high-specification machine is designed for adventurous riders who want a supremely capable motorcycle for the toughest global challenge," a company statement reads.

The Japanese company also added that by creating this new concept motorcycle it has "underlined the true spirit of the Super Tenere. With the addition of a few specialist components and the replacement of some of the standard parts, this rugged adventure bike is ready for the most exciting off road adventure.”

It’s yet unclear if Yamaha will actually sell the World Crosser, but some of its features could be marketed for those who want to upgrade their Super Tenere.

Speaking of the Super Tenere, the bike boasts various high-tec innovations, such as traction control, ABS and a 270-degree, 1,199cc 115 bhp parallel twin engine, among others.

The bike’s traction control system offers three operating modes. Firstly, TCS1 is the standard mode and will intervene whenever the rear wheel starts losing grip. Secondly, TCS2 has a lesser effect to allow small slippage of the back during an off-road style riding and last, the system can be completely disabled (OFF).

HONDA MOTORCYCLE V4 Crosstourer Concept

2011-01-10T00:09:00.000-08:00

Honda has revealed the V4 Crosstourer Concept, the world’s first V4 Adventure Tourer motorcycle at EICMA 2010, an International Bicycle and Motorcycle Exhibition in Milan, Italy.

Sharing the phenomenal V4 engine and the revolutionary Dual Clutch Transimission with the VFR1200F, the V4 Crosstourer Concept will deliver all the fun and excitement of a road sports bike; but with the comfortable upright riding position and manoeuvrability of an adventure machine.

The VFR1200F was the first model to utilise the new iconic V4 engine that signified the beginning of the new era in Honda’s engine line-up. The V4 Crosstourer Concept will utilise the same engine as the Road Sport category VFR to bring the benefits of this world-beating engine to a new type of customer. This will be the first time an Adventure Tourer bike has been fitted with a compact and powerful four cylinder V-engine unit.

The riding experience will be further enhanced with the V4 Crosstourer Concept being developed with the revolutionary Dual Clutch Transmission that gives seamless gear changes for a sport riding feel. The new bike is the second Honda to be fitted with this innovative transmission system after the VFR1200F and it is the first time this award-winning technology has been seen in this category.

Honda has always strived to bring innovative designs and innovative technology to our motorcycle customers. As a company famed for challenging conventional motorcycle thinking, Honda is committed to producing bikes which fulfil the needs and desires of our customers.

Together with 800cc Crossrunner also revealed at EICMA, the V4 Crosstourer concept expands Honda’s state-of-the-art V4 model line-up.

KTM MOTORCYCLE 1190 RC8 R Red Bull Edition

2011-01-06T23:35:00.000-08:00

The 1190 RC8 R Red Bull Edition bikes come individually numbered with limited edition IDM Red Bull paint and graphics and have all the same features of the 1190 RC8 R plus a closed course club race kit which includes: an Akrapovic Evo4 titanium exhaust system, modified valve timing, a thinner spec cylinder head gasket and. Club Race Kits are for closed course competition only.

Engine
Engine type 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, V 75°
Displacement 1195 cc
Bore x stroke 105 x 69 mm (4.13 x 2.72")
Performance (homologated) 125 kW @ 10250 rpm
Max. torque 123 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Compression ratio 13.5:1

Starter/Battery Electric Starter/12 V 11.2 Ah
Transmission 6 gears, dog clutch engagement
Fuel Mixture Generation Keihin EFI (throttle body 52 mm (2.05"))
Control 4 V/DOHC
Lubrication Pressure lubrication with 3 Eaton pumps
Engine lubrication Motorex, SAE 10W-50
Primary drive 40:76
Final drive 17:37
Cooling Liquid cooled
Clutch Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically
Motor Management Keihin EMS

Frame Chromium-Molybdenum trellis frame, powder-coated
Subframe Aluminium
Handlebar Aluminium stump handlebar
Front suspension WP-USD Ø 43 mm
Rear suspension WP-Monoshock
Suspension travel front/rear 120/120 mm (4.7 / 4.7")
Front brake 2 x Brembo four piston, radially bolted caliper, brake disc 320 mm (12.6")
Rear brake Brembo two piston, fixed caliper, brake disc 220 mm (8.66")
Rims, front/rear Cast aluminium wheels 3.5 x 17"; 6 x 17"
Tires, front/rear 120/70 ZR 17; 190/55 ZR 17
Chain X-ring 5/8 x 5/16"
Main silencer Stainless steel underfloor silencer with regulated catalytic converter
Steering head angle 66.7°
Trail 97 mm (3.82")
Wheel base 1425 mm (56.10")
Ground clearance (unloaded) 110 mm (4.33")
Seat height 805/825 mm (31.69/32.48")
Tank capacity approx. 16.5 liters/3.5 liters reserve (4.36/0.92 gal)
Weight (no fuel) approx. 182 kg (405.23 lbs)

HONDA MOTORCYCLE VFR1200F

2011-01-05T18:42:00.000-08:00

The New Mid Concept has been revealed today at Honda Press Conference at EICMA 2010, the International Bicycle and Motorcycle Exhibition in Milan, Italy.

Honda New Mid Concept reinvents the way we look at two wheeled travel. This concept combines innovative thinking and new technology to create a multi discipline machine.

Taking the spirit of a sports motorcycle and the comfort of a scooter into a totally new format, the New Mid Concept will offer the energetic riding sensation of a motorcycle but with the ease and convenience of a scooter. This sector shattering combination of features creates a bike that is both visually dynamic and enjoyable to ride.

The latest engine technology has been coupled with the advanced Dual Clutch Transmission technology up to now exclusively offered on the VFR1200F. Now Honda has committed to offer this technology to more of our customers, as it challenges decades of motorcycling convention and gives riders a unique sensation of seamless gear shifts.

Dual Clutch Transmission will give the rider the option of experiencing a pure riding experience, indulging in the thrill of the winding roads, or riding with ease when weaving through city traffic. In addition to giving a dynamic riding experience, this new transmission can also deliver fuel efficiency better than a conventional manual gearbox.

The foot-forward position will provide comfort for the rider and offer additional protection from weather.

The newly designed 17 inch wheels with PRO-LINK rear suspension add to the motorcycle look and enhance high speed stability and maneuverability with the optimum size radial tyres giving a sporty ride. The front fairing air vents coupled with the larger wheels will deliver greater stability when riding at higher speeds.

The New Mid Concept from Honda – challenging the way we travel.

VESPA MOTORCYCLE GTV 300

2010-12-10T16:49:00.000-08:00

Developed on the base of the powerful GTS, the Vespa GTV’s styling pays homage to the distinctive vintage look of classic Vespas from the 50’s and 60’s, namely the headlamp which has been positioned on the front mudguard, as it was on the very first Vespa prototype.

ENGINE TYPE
Single cylinder four-stroke four-valve electonic i
CYLINDER CAPACITY
278 cc
BORE x STROKE
72 mm x 60 mm
MAX POWER AT SHAFT
16.2 kW at 8,250 (22 cv)
MAX TORQUE
20.2 Nm at 6,500 rpm
Max speed
76 mph
Fuel tank capacity
2.4
Gas mileage
65-70 mpg
Distribution
Chain driven SOHC (Single OverHead Camshaft)
Cooling System
Liquid
Lubrication
Wet sump, chain-driven lobe pump
Ignition
Electronic
Gears
Automatic CVT with torque server
Clutch
Automatic dry centrifuge with damper
Chassis
Load-bearing sheet steel chassis
Front Suspension
Single arm, dual-chamber hydraulic shock absorber
Rear Suspension
Helical spring with adjustable 4-position pre-load
Front Brake
200 mm disc
Rear Brake
200 mm disc
Front Tire
Tubeless 120/70-12"
Rear Tire
Tubeless 130/70-12"
Length
76.4"
Width
278
Wheelbase
54.9"
Seat Height
31.1"
Dry Weight
326
Type Approval
EPA and CARB

YAMAHA MOTORCYCLE TMAX 2011

2010-12-10T16:30:00.000-08:00

Key Features:

Fuel-injected, liquid-cooled, four-valve-per-cylinder engine boasts forged pistons, carburized connecting rods, and ceramic-composite plated cylinders. The TMAX has a 11.0:1 compression ratio; upswept muffler canister; Controlled-fill die-cast aluminum frame; 43mm front forks; 4-piston mono-block caliper dual front disc brakes; rear disc brake; aluminum die cast wheels with radial H-rated tires; fully featured multifunction instrumentation with speedometer and tachometer; and radical new sports styling; with those credentials, it’s no wonder TMAX is the Super Sport Scooter.
Horizontally positioned 499cc parallel twin, with reciprocating balancer, offers plenty of smooth power, enough for two-up touring at highway speeds. Configuration helps keep weight low in frame for mass centralization.
Luxury scooter appointments include a double glove box in the streamlined front apron, a position-adjustable operator backrest, a storage box under the seat spacious enough for a large full-face helmet, and the excellent wind and weather protection that comes from the TMAX’s floorboard/ apron/windshield configuration.
Continuously variable transmission connects engine power to the wet multiplate centrifugal clutch via a durable double-cog-type rubber V-belt. Silent chain efficiently transfers power to the rear wheel. This proven system, combined with TMAX’s ample power, gives a whole new meaning—and adrenaline level—to twist-and-go throttle operation.
The TMAX achieves fuel economy up to an estimated 47 mpg* with a fuel tank that holds 4 gallons of gas.

Engine:

Fuel-injected, DOHC, four-valve-per-cylinder, 499cc parallel twin, liquid-cooled engine is horizontally mounted and performance engineered with forged pistons, carburized connecting rods and ceramic-composite plated cylinders for plenty of tractable power. Also includes a horizontally opposed reciprocating balancer for uncommon smoothness.
Electronic fuel-injection system provides sure starts and excellent performance in virtually all conditions and altitudes.
Lubrication is via a semi-dry-sump system with an oil cooler for longer engine life.
Continuously variable transmission (CVT) connects engine power to the wet multiplate centrifugal clutch via a durable doublecog-type rubber V-belt. Pivot coaxial drive shaft is used, allowing use of a swingarm separate from the powerplant for excellent handling. Two-stage, adjustment-free silent chain system then transfers power to the rear wheel.
Muffler incorporates exhaust catalyst technology to reduce air pollution.
Fuel tank emission system includes a charcoal canister to control gasoline evaporation and reduce air pollution.

Chassis/Suspension:

Using technology proven in Yamaha’s sportbike line, TMAX has a lightweight, Controlled-Fill die-cast aluminum frame that provides rigidity and balance for superb handling.
Motorcycle-type telescopic front forks use beefy 43mm tubes.
15-inch cast aluminum wheels front and rear are fitted with radial tires for excellent, sporty handling.
Front double disc brakes with four-pod mono block calipers.
Pin-slide, single piston rear brake caliper with parking brake system.
Brake lever is adjustable for operator comfort.
Rear seat is hinged for easy opening. Underseat storage is spacious enough to store a large full-face helmet.

Additional Features:

Bright headlights and taillight take their styling cues from Yamaha sportbikes

Engine
Type	499cc liquid-cooled 4-stroke, forward inclined parallel 2-cylinder, DOHC, 4-valve

Bore x Stroke	66.0 x 73.0 mm

Compression Ratio	11.0:1

Fuel Delivery	Electronic fuel injection

Ignition	Digital TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition

Clutch Type	Wet, multiple-disc automatic centrifugal

Transmission	CVT double-cog V-belt auto

Final Drive	V-belt


Chassis
Suspension / Front	43mm telescopic forks

Suspension / Rear	Swingarm

Brakes / Front	267mm disc

Brakes / Rear	267mm disc

Tires / Front	120/70-15 67H Radial

Tires / Rear	160/60-15 67H Radial


Dimensions
Length	86.4 in

Width	30.5 in

Height	56.9 in

Seat Height	31.5 in

Wheelbase	62.2 in

Ground Clearance	4.9 in

Fuel Capacity	4.0 gal

Fuel Economy**	47 mpg

Wet Weight***	489 lb

APRILIA MOTORCYCLE EICMA 2010 NOVELTIES - TUONO V4 R

2010-11-05T23:56:00.000-07:00

V4 162 HP engine, the most advanced chassis to attack any path, APRC electronic management to create a "customized" bike for every riding situation.

The heart racing, soul stirring naked.

After creating the best superbike of the new millennium, Aprilia revolutionises the supersports naked segment with its astonishing new Tuono V4R.

A bike that goes beyond the wildest dreams of even the most hardcore enthusiasts - the rider who, given the chance, would use a race bike just to go for a coffee.

For riders like these and for those with power in their veins, Aprilia has created a motorcycle with the indomitable spirit of the RSV4 in a feline body that is in its element when accelerating and braking with unimaginable violence, that eats up curves of any radius and swallows straights whole.

Characterised by the brazen exhibition of the V4 65° engine framed by the brushed aluminium elements of the dual beam frame, the Tuono V4 is a naked dressed with the bare necessities to mount up and instruct according to the rider's capabilities.

Adding yet another touch of aggressiveness is the aerodynamic new top fairing tipped with two polyelliptical headlights at the sharp end, which gives the bike the unequivocally mean, daunting stare that you'd expect from a machine with an incredible 162 horsepower.

Tuono V4R boasts power never before installed on a naked, obtained by reconfiguring the RSV4 Factory APRC SE four V cylinder.

The Tuono V4R inherits features from the Special Edition including the new exhaust system with bypass valve, which is two kilos lighter than the system used on the RSV4 R, and latest generation Ride by Wire throttle control.

Differences from its race track sibling are closer spacing between the three first gear ratios a maximum torque of 110 Nm on tap 1000 rpm lower.

The Tuono V4R maintains the family feeling with the WSBK double title champion's tail fairing, saddle, tank and side panels, one of the best examples of made in Italy motorcycle design in the last decade for its formal beauty and functionality ratio. The racer, because that is what anyone who approaches a fireball like this one should be called, will be taming this beast from a riding position tailored to create a symbiotic relationship between the body and the bike, for unparalleled feedback through the three points of contact - the saddle, footpegs and handlebars.

Staying in the saddle and gripping the biconical handlebar, the rider comes into contact with the APRC (Aprilia Performance Ride Control) joystick, the second generation electronic dynamics control package developed by Aprilia to get as close as possible to the physical limits of riding: State-of-the-art in bike dynamics performance controls, a patented system which makes the winning Superbike technology available to any biking enthusiast. All of this with absolutely simple and intuitive management which allows the Tuono V4R to be customised every time the rider gets on it, making it a truly "tailored" bike for each rider, the desired performance and the riding conditions.

APRC is based on an automotive inertia sensor platform, with two gyrometers and two accelerometers allowing the ECU to determine the dynamic state of the motorcycle and control engine torque accordingly to help the rider exploit the full performance potential of the bike in all conditions.

The APRC package includes ATC traction control (Aprilia Traction Control), with eight selectable levels, which controls sliding when accelerating out of a curve in relation to bank angle and throttle aperture, AWC (Aprilia Wheelie Control), which helps the rider control extreme wheelying by gradually bringing the front wheel back to the ground, and AQS (Aprilia Quick Shift), which allows instantaneous upshifts without closing the throttle or using the clutch. Completing the suite of four functions is the most exhilarating of all: ALC (Aprilia Launch Control).

Simultaneously pressing both buttons on the joystick on the left hand handlebar arms the system, as confirmed by the specific message on the display. From this moment on, all 162 horsepower of the beast from Noale are ready to slingshot the Tuono V4R like a missile as soon as the rider releases the clutch, unleashing the astonishing power onto the tarmac through every available square millimetre of the 190/50 rear tyre.

For every day street riding and for those who are not yet accustomed to the miracles of the vehicle's dynamics software, Tuono V4R offers great satisfaction from a biking hardware point of view.

In fact, the extraordinary new Aprilia naked is equipped with the best components available on the market: Brembo brake system with radial callipers and 320 mm floating discs at the front (220 mm at the rear), aluminium wheels with an all-new design weighing 2 Kg less than those on the RSV4R, Sachs upside down front fork with 43 mm stanchions coated with titanium nitride for reduced friction, and Sachs shock absorber with separate piggy back nitrogen canister featuring adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping and length, to modify the setup of the bike to suit different riding styles or for two-up use.

Engine type	Aprilia longitudinal 65° V-4 cylinder, 4-stroke, liquid cooling system, double overhead camshafts (DOHC), four valves per cylinder
Fuel	Unleaded petrol
Bore and stroke	78 x 52.3 mm
Total engine capacity	999.6 cc
Compression ratio	13:1
Maximum power at crankshaft	162 hp (119 kW) at 11,000 rpm
Maximum torque at crankshaft	110 Nm at 9,000 rpm
Fuel system	Airbox with front dynamic air intakes. 4 Weber-Marelli 48-mm throttle bodies with 4 injectors and latest generation Ride-by-Wire engine management. Choice of three different engine maps selectable by the rider with bike in motion: T (Track), S (Sport), R (Road)
Ignition	Magneti Marelli digital electronic ignition system integrated in engine control system, with one spark plug per cylinder and “stick-coil” type coils
Starting	Electric
Exhaust system	4 into 2 into 1 layout, single oxygen sensor, lateral single silencer with engine management system controlled butterfly valve and integrated trivalent catalytic converter (already meets future Euro4 regulations)
Alternator	Flywheel mounted 420W alternator with rare earth magnets
Lubrication	Wet sump lubrication system with oil radiator and two oil pumps (lubrication and cooling)
Gearbox	6-speed cassette type gearbox 1st: 39/15 (2.600) 2nd: 33/16 (2.063) 3rd: 34/20 (1.700) 4th: 32/22 (1,455) 5th: 34/26 (1,308) 6th: 33/27 (1,222) Gear lever with Aprilia Quick Shift electronic system (AQS)
Clutch	Multiplate wet clutch with mechanical slipper system
Primary drive	Straight cut gears and integrated flexible coupling, drive ratio: 73/44 (1,659)
Secondary drive	Chain: Drive ratio: 42/16 (2.625)
Traction management	APRC System (Aprilia Performance Ride Control), which includes Traction Control (ATC), Wheelie Control (AWC), Launch Control (ALC), all of which can be configured and deactivated independently.
Frame	Aluminium dual beam chassis with pressed and cast sheet elements. Sachs steering damper.
Front suspension	Sachs upside down front fork with Æ 43 mm stanchions. Low profile forged aluminium calliper mountings for radial callipers. Completely adjustable spring preload and hydraulic compression and rebound damping. Wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear suspension	Double braced aluminium swingarm; mixed low thickness and sheet casting technology. Sachs piggy back monoshock with completely adjustable: spring preload and hydraulic compression and rebound damping. APS progressive linkage. Wheel travel: 130 mm
Brakes	FRONT: Dual 320 mm floating stainless steel discs with lightweight stainless steel rotor with 6 studs. Brembo radial callipers with 4 Æ horizontally opposed 32 mm pistons. Sintered pads. Axial pump master cylinder and metal braided brake hoses.
Brakes	Rear: 220-mm diameter disc; Brembo floating calliper with two Æ32 mm isolated pistons. Pump with integrated tank and metal braided hose
Wheel rims	Aprilia cast aluminium wheels with 3 split spoke design. Front.:3.5”X17” Rear: 6”X17”
Tyres	Radial tubeless. Front: 120/70 ZR 17 Rear: 190/55 ZR 17 (alternative: 190/50 ZR 17; 200/55 ZR 17)
Dimensions (default settings)	Max. length: 2060 mm Max. width: 800 mm (at the handlebar) Max. height: 1100 mm Min. height from the ground: 120 mm Saddle height: 840 mm Centre to centre distance: 1440 mm Trail: 107.5 mm Steering angle:25°
Kerb weight	179 kg *
Tank	17 litres (4-litre reserve included)

APRILIA MOTORCYCLE EICMA 2010 NOVELTIES - RS4

2010-11-05T23:51:00.000-07:00

Aprilia's small supersports bikes have been completely revised. Two models dedicated for young enthusiasts who want their first experience in the motorcycling world to be with a proper bike.

Aprilia RS4 marked a milestone in the evolution of the 125 cc motorcycle.
For the first time ever, the sportiest bike available for 16 year olds was a 4-stroke.

For the youngest riders of all, the Aprilia RS4 50 embodies all of Aprilia's technology in a genuine racing replica in just 50 cc.

Aprilia has always been the undisputed leader in the 50 and 125 cc supersports segment, pioneering innovative concepts and solutions and setting trends for its rivals to follow.

Aprilia RS4 50 and Aprilia RS4 125 take the concept of the sports bike for novice riders who want to enter the motorcycling world with a proper bike to new levels of technological sophistication.

The Aprilia RS4 125 is the natural successor and most advanced evolution to date of the Aprilia RS 125, the bike that has dominated the 125 cc sports class for years, which set the benchmark for the one-eighth litre sports segment and which is still today the most highly sought after machine among riders competing in the Sport Production category.

Aprilia RS4 125 introduces the highly advanced, all-new 4 stroke powerplant to the sports segment, while adopting styling and technical solutions inherited from the RSV4, the superbike that led Aprilia to victory in the WSBK 2010 championship.

The most significant characteristics of the Aprilia RS4 50 and Aprilia RS4 are:

RS4 50 - single cylinder, liquid cooled 50 cc 2-stroke engine
RS4 125 - single cylinder liquid cooled 125 cc 4-stroke with electronic injection, 4 valves and double overhead camshafts (DOHC)

characteristics in common:

extremely stiff aluminium perimeter frame derived from racing experience
41 mm upside down fork
front brake with 300 mm disc and radial four piston calliper
Superbike inspired analogue/digital instrument panel
fairings derived directly from RSV4 project for total aesthetic coherence with the SBK world champion

DESIGN

The livery and eye-catching forms of the Aprilia RS4 50 and RS4 125 echo the looks of the Factory version of the Aprilia RSV4 supersports bike. And the RS4 50 and RS4 125 share more than just a family resemblance with the most hardcore street version the bike dominating the world SBK championship.
The design of the fairings and tank, the unique looks of the front end, with the headlights suspended over the gaping air intakes, and the spectacular tapered tail fairing are identical to their counterparts on 1000 cc supersports model that set new standards in terms of style and technical content for the superbike segment.

Extensive aerodynamic studies have minimised surface areas without compromising wind protection, and the fairings showcase the superlative mechanicals of the Aprilia RS4 50 and Aprilia RS4 125 rather than conceal them. As a result, the frame and engine are not hidden away but proudly flaunted as fundamental elements of the design of Aprilia's new small supersports models. With the triple headlight, the Aprilia RS4 50 and RS4 have a decidedly aggressive look that lends a unique character to the entire front end. The LED taillight merges stunningly into the ultra-compact tail fairing and offers excellent luminosity. Even from behind, the Aprilia RS4 125 is absolutely unmistakable.
The product of extensive wind tunnel testing and race experience, the fairing offers excellent wind protection together with superb aerodynamic efficiency. And as well as contributing to the extremely aggressive looks of the bike, the top fairing and tail fairing also maximise performance in terms of speed.

ENGINES

With the new RS4 50 and RS4 125, Aprilia confirms its global leadership in the small capacity sports bike segment, creating models that exceed the expectations of even the most discerning rider.

The sophisticated chassis architecture of the Aprilia RS4 50 and RS4 125 is complemented by state of the art engines.
The single cylinder 50 cc unit developed by Aprilia for the RS4 50 is a water cooled two-stroke with reed valve induction. The lubrication uses a separate mixing system with a variable capacity volumetric pump. The six speed gearbox lets the rider make full use of the performance of this class beating engine.

The Aprilia RS4 is powered by an all new 125 cc water cooled 4 stroke single cylinder engine with four valves and electronic engine boasting a sophisticated double overhead camshaft (DOHC) valve timing system. This state of the art engine produces the maximum power output permitted for the class with a smooth, linear delivery and ecologically - as it meets even the strictest emissions regulations in effect.
With a six speed gearbox allowing the rider to make full use of the power available in all conditions, the Aprilia RS4 offers unbeatable performance in its class not just in terms of absolute power at high engine speeds, but also in terms of usable power band, minimised vibration and outstanding mechanical reliability.

The product of a cutting edge design, the new single cylinder 125 cc unit features dry sump lubrication making it extremely light and compact, allowing Aprilia's engineers to develop a class beating chassis layout.

CHASSIS

The RS4 50 and RS4 125 stand head and shoulders above the competition for their superlative chassis layout: developed on the basis of Aprilia's outstanding successes in WSBK and GP 125, the frame consists of die cast aluminium spars with crossed reinforcement ribs. With its state of the art design, this extremely lightweight structure offers exceptional torsional stiffness.
The front suspension also boasts a class beating layout, with a sturdy 41 mm upside fork, red anodised stanchion clamps and a wheel travel of 110 mm, while at the rear is a monoshock linked directly to the asymmetric swingarm.

Both the Aprilia RS4 50 and RS4 125 boast class beating brake systems: each bike uses a 300 mm steel disc at the front, gripped by a four piston radial calliper, and a 220 mm disc at the rear with a single piston calliper.
The 17” wheels are shod with 100/80 rubber up front and a 130/70 tyre at the rear.

STANDARD EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

The multifunctional analogue/digital instrument panel with LCD display draws directly from Aprilia's experience in the Superbike class. The split 6-spoke design of the wheels further emphasises the purposeful character of Aprilia's latest small capacity sports bikes.

On Aprilia RS4, one additional detail underscores the level of sophistication of the bike: the exhaust, which is unmistakably inspired by competition machines, is completely integrated within the lower part of the fairing. A solution that is not just visually effective, but which also contributes significantly to the dynamics of the bike by helping to centralise masses.

The passenger saddle is yet another example of the extreme level of sophistication of these new bikes from Aprilia. Instead of fiddly screws, a practical quick release button allows the passenger seat to be exchanged with the tail fairing cover in an instant to transform the bike from two seat to single seat configuration

APRILIA RS4 50 - Technical specifications

Engine type	Single cylinder, 2 stroke, liquid-cooled
Bore and stroke	39.86 x 40 mm
Engine capacity	49.9cc
Compression ratio	11.5 :1
Carburettor	Dell’Orto PHVA – 17.5
Ignition	Electronic C.D.I.
Starting	Electric
Battery	12V – 6Ah
Lubrication	Automatic mixer
Gearbox	6 speeds, I 11/34, II 15/30, III 18/27, IV 20/24, V 22/23, VI 23/22
Primary drive	Gears, 21/78
Final drive	Chain, 11/53
Clutch	Multidisc
Exhaust system	Euro 2
Frame	Twin spar aluminium frame
Front suspension	41 mm upside down fork, wheel travel 110 mm
Rear suspension	Asymmetric swingarm with monoshock, wheel travel 130 mm
Brakes	Front: 300 mm stainless steel disc with radial 4 piston calliper
	Rear: 218 mm stainless steel disc and calliper with single 25 mm piston
Wheel rims	In light alloy with 6 split spokes, with sealing profile for tubeless tyres; front: 2.75 x 17"; rear: 3.50 x 17"
Tyres	Front: 110/80 - 17", rear: 130/70 - 17"
Dimensions	Max. Length 1953 mm Max width 740 mm Max height at top fairing 1,138 mm Saddle height 820 mm Wheelbase 1,350 mm
Fuel tank capacity	14.5 litres

APRILIA RS4 125 - Technical specifications

Engine type	Four stroke liquid cooled single cylinder with electronic injection and 4 valves. Euro 3 homologated
Bore and stroke	58 X 47 mm
Engine capacity Timing system	124.8 cc Double overhead camshaft - DOHC
Compression ratio	12.5 ± 0.5:1
ECU	Magneti Marelli MIU G3 32 mm diam.
Ignition	Electronic with CDI capacity discharge
Starting	Electric
Alternator	13V - 235W
Lubrication	Wet sump
Gearbox:	6 speed. 1st 11/33 (0.33) 2nd 15/30 (0.50) 3rd 18/27 (0.67) 4th 20/24 (0.83) 5th 25/27 (0.92) 6th 23/22 (1.05)
Primary drive	Gears: 73/24 (3.04)
Final drive	Chain: 49/14 (3.50)
Clutch	Multiple discs, in oil bath
Frame	Aluminium perimeter frame
Front suspension	41 mm upside down fork, wheel excursion 110 mm
Rear suspension	Asymmetric swingarm with monoshock, wheel travel 130 mm
Brakes	Front: 300 mm stainless steel disc with radial 4 piston calliper
	Rear: 218 mm stainless steel disc and calliper with single 25 mm piston
Wheel rims	In light alloy with 6 split spokes, with sealing profile for tubeless tyres; front: 2.75 x 17"; rear: 3.50 x 17"
Tyres	Front: 110/80 - 17", rear: 130/70 - 17"
Dimensions	Max. Length 1953 mm Max width 740 mm Max height at top fairing 1,138 mm Saddle height 820 mm Wheelbase 1,350 mm
Fuel tank capacity	14.5 litres (including 3.5 litre reserve)

DUCATI MOTORCYCLE DIAVEL 2011

2010-11-04T18:13:00.000-07:00

2011 Ducati Diavel

It will be called "DIAVEL" and will arrive at the new Ducati EICMA dream

Ducati (Bologna) October 12, 2010 - Preceded by rumors, photos stolen and a lot of waiting, we received word is final. EICMA, the International Motorcycle Exhibition in Milano at Rho-November 2 to 7, will mark the first official appearance in public for the new Ducati.

Livery and specifications are defined and Ducati is ready to make his dream a reality. While waiting for the official presentation of Ducati also comes the anticipation of the name of this great news that, inspired by an expression in the dialect of Bologna, will be called "DIAVEL", or "devil."

A name that has its own particular history that stems from an incident that occurred during the development of the bike.

In fact, once set up the first prototype, with all the technical staff around the new creature "made in Borgo Panigale," a sentence in the dialect of Bologna said the original lines of the bike and winning, "ignurant comm 'to diavel!" Which, bringing the statement in Italian, it would sound "is as bad as the devil."

From that moment, "DIAVEL" became the name of "inside" the bike, to replace the internal code of the project. The decision to keep it for the production was, as you can imagine, a logical consequence.

Genesis similar to this, even if we are talking about almost 20 years ago, characterized another icon Ducati, the Monster, whose name was inspired by the now famous statement, also in the dialect of Bologna, "is just the 'n monster! "or" is just a monster. "

As for Monster, the name DIAVEL then becomes the expression of that unique, passionate, further characterized by high technology and a unique design distinguishes every Ducati motorcycle produced.

At the same time it is also easy to see what this new bike and, while bound to tradition Ducati, destined to mark an important new chapter in respect of the aesthetic and performance.

The new Ducati DIAVEL be extremely accurate in every detail, carved in every muscle, comfortable and innovative. As in any real Ducati, the performance will play a very important role. Torque, power and dynamic behavior will be a new benchmark, thanks to the Testastretta engine 11 ° - the same as the Multistrada 1200 - and weighs only 207 kg dry, which promises superbike acceleration and speed and agility to change direction .

A relaxed riding position, the suspension comfort and safety are guaranteed by the ABS, traction control and standard riding mode, will satisfy even those riders who love to drive in peace, enjoying the street, landscape and all the characteristics of This new dream Ducati.

KAWASAKI MOTORCYCLE ER-6n

2010-11-03T18:57:00.000-07:00

Some riders like a fully faired sportbike, some don’t. But nearly all riders agree Kawasaki’s Ninja® 650R is a great, fun-to-ride middleweight motorcycle. The ER-6n simply leaves a little more of that torquey, rev-happy 650 twin’s innovative inner beauty out where you can see it, revealing this soulful machine’s mechanical purity of purpose. The ER-6n gets a vestigial flyscreen around its headlight / instrument pod, but for the most part the fairing of this “naked” style bike has gone bye-bye. This one’s for riders who love the feel of being in the wind — a particularly good thing if you mostly ride where the weather’s hot. Otherwise, the ER-6n packs all the hardware and handling that’s made it and its Ninja 650R brother such media darlings. And did we mention deleting the fairing also brings the price down substantially?

• Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 8-valve fuel-injected twin cylinder delivers smooth, responsive performance, especially in the low to medium rpm range

• Excellent mid-range power, exceptional roll-on response and impressive passing performance make even commuter traffic enjoyable

• Silky smooth engine vibes via a 180° crankshaft-driven balancer shaft, which in turn drives the water pump

• Oil jets on the connecting rod big ends spray oil on the undersides of the pistons to aid cooling

• Lightweight plug-mounted ignition coils deliver a hot spark and save space

• Wide radiator offers plenty of cooling efficiency

• Coolant routing travels directly to the engine cases, then on to the cylinder and head through internal passages, which keeps external plumbing to a minimum

• Fine-tuned shift lever position is easy to use

Specification
Engine Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, four-valve per cylinder, parallel twin
Displacement 649 cc
Bore x Stroke 83.0 x 60.0 mm
Compression Ratio 11.3:1
Cooling System Liquid
Fuel System Digital fuel injection with two 38mm Keihin throttle bodies
Ignition Digital CDI
Transmission Six-speed
Final Drive O-Ring Chain
Frame Type Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel
Rake/Trail 24.5 degrees/4.0 in.
Front Tire Size 120/70-17
Rear Tire Size 160/60-17
Wheelbase 55.3 in.
Front Suspension / Wheel Travel 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 4.7 in.
Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel Single offset laydown shock with adjustable spring preload / 4.9 in.
Front Brakes Dual 300mm Petal Disc with 2-Piston Caliper
Rear Brakes Single 220mm Petal Disc with hydraulic caliper
Fuel Capacity 4.1 gal.
Seat Height 30.9 in.
Curb Weight 441.0 lbs.
Overall Length 82.7 in.
Overall Width 29.9 in.
Overall Height 43.3 in.
Color Choices Metallic Flat Spark Black
Warranty 12 months
Good Times™ Protection Plan 12, 24, 36 or 48 months

KAWASAKI MOTORCYCLE Ninja® 1000

2010-11-03T18:50:00.000-07:00

They’ve been a staple of the sporting motorcycle world for decades: sportbikes that blend top-shelf engine and handling performance with a high degree of comfort, practicality and devastating good looks. Kawasaki has built plenty over the years, from the original Ninja® 900R of the 1980s, to the ZX™-11 of the ’90s, and the ZZR®1200 of the ‘00s – standout performers that are also easy to live with, day in and day out.

• 1,043cc inline-four with DFI® offers serious torque

• Lightweight aluminum frame is narrow and tuned to transmit optimal feedback to the rider

• Fully adjustable inverted front fork has settings designed for sporty performance and ride quality

• Placement of horizontal back-link rear suspension contributes to mass centralization

• Radial-mounted front brake calipers combine with the radial-pump front brake master cylinder to offer superb control and feel

• Sleek, supersport styling gives the Ninja® 1000 a distinctive look

• Relaxed, upright riding position contributes to all-day comfort

• Larger fuel capacity offers substantial range

• Windscreen is adjustable to three positions, allowing for optimum wind and weather protection

Specification

Engine Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, four valves per cylinder, inline-four
Displacement 1,043cc
Bore x Stroke 77.0 x 56.0 mm
Compression Ratio 11.8:1
Fuel System DFI® with four 38mm Keihin throttle bodies, oval sub-throttles
Ignition TCBI with digital advance
Transmission Six-speed
Final Drive X-ring Chain
Rake/Trail 24.5deg / 4.0 in.
Front Tire Size 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire Size 190/55 ZR17
Wheelbase 56.9 in.
Front Suspension / wheel travel 41 mm inverted cartridge fork with stepless compression and rebound damping, adjustable spring preload / 4.7 in.
Rear Suspension / wheel travel Horizontal monoshock with stepless rebound damping, adjustable spring preload / 5.4 in.
Front Brakes Dual 300mm petal-type rotors with radial-mount four-piston calipers
Rear Brakes Single 250mm petal-type rotor with single-piston caliper
Fuel Capacity 5.0 gal.
Seat Height 32.3 in.
Curb Weight 502.7 lbs.
Overall length 82.9 in.
Overall width 31.1 in.
Overall height 48.4 in.
Color Choices Ebony, Candy Fire Red / Ebony
Warranty 12 Months
Good Times™ Protection Plan 12, 24, 36, 48 months

MOTO GUZZI MOTORCYCLE STELVIO1200 4V

2010-11-02T19:25:00.000-07:00

The Stelvio is a winding road immersed in the shadow of the Ortles Massif, with 84 hairpin bends reaching a height of 2,757 metres, linking Valtellina with Val Venosta. For motorcyclists, and other road-lovers, this road built in 1855 is a legendary route combining the difficulties of a winding mountain road with the beauty of nature, condensed into an extraordinary intense riding experience. For Moto Guzzi it’s a historical test bed, the ideal place to test different chassis setups, deceleration resistance and power, engine response, and suspension. A test bed where Mandello’s new creation, taking its first steps, immediately impressed riders thanks to the dynamic and fun handling. The bike was so impressive it seemed only natural to sum up the talent that went into the design and technical solutions of the new maxi enduro Moto Guzzi in the images and sensations of a place where riding pleasure is enriched by a sense of adventure, a sporting challenge, touring extreme: the Stelvio.

Engine

Type	90° V-twin engine, 4-stroke
Cooling	through air and oil and an independent cooling pump
Engine capacity	1,151 cc
Bore and stroke	95 x 81.2 mm
Compression ratio	11: 1
Timing system diagram (1-mm checking clearance)	intake valve opening 36° BTDC intake valve closing 62° ABDC exhaust valve opening 58° BBDC exhaust valve closing 30° ATDC measured with a 1.5 mm rocker arms/valve control clearance
Maximum power	77 kW (105CV) at 7,500 rpm
Maximum torque	above 108 Nm at 6,400 rpm
Fuel supply / Ignition	Multipoint sequential electronic ignition, Magneti Marelli IAW5A phased, alfa-n system; two Ø 50mm throttle bodies, Weber IWP 189 injectors, lambda probe.
Start-up	Electric
Spark plugs	NGK PMR8B (Long Life)
Exhaust system	stainless steel, 2-in-1 type, three-way catalytic converter with lambda probe
Type approval	Euro 3

Transmission

Gearbox	6 gears
Gear ratio values	1st 17/38 = 1 : 2.235 2nd 20/34 = 1 : 1.700 3rd 23/31 = 1 : 1.348 4th 26/29 = 1 : 1.115 5th 31/30 = 1 : 0.968 6th 29/25 = 1 : 0.862
Primary transmission	with helical teeth, ratio 26/35 = 1: 1.346
Final drive	Compact reactive cardan shaft drive system called CA.R.C.; double joint and floating bevel gear pair, ratio 12/44 = 1 : 3.666
Clutch	single-disc with integrated anti-vibration buffer

YAMAHA MOTORCYCLE SUPER TENERE 2012

2010-11-01T18:48:00.000-07:00

ALL NEW FOR 2012

Key Features:

The Super Ténéré is built for adventure, with an all-new, exceptionally compact 1199cc parallel twin with a unique 270° crank for excellent torque and traction. Engine mass is kept low for excellent handling. Narrow 2-cylinder inline engine is slim and compact for carving tight lines in twisty mountain roads.
Wide-ratio 6-speed transmission has the right gear, whether on the open highway or off-road.
Twin downdraft fuel injection with YCC-TTM (Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle) delivers optimum throttle control and acceleration. 2-position “D-Mode” (Drive Mode) throttle-response mapping for rider preference.
Traction control lets the rider get on the gas with more confidence. It regulates ignition timing and fuel injection based on wheel spin. Three modes available to match rider preference, including off.
Super Ténéré has both an Antilock Braking System (ABS) and Unified Braking System. With the Unified Braking System, squeezing the front brake alone also provides some rear-wheel braking; pressing the rear brake first overrides the Unififed Braking System for traditional separate front and rear braking action.
Whether riding across town or crossing a continent, rider comfort and convenience are important. Super Ténéré delivers, with an adjustable seat height and windshield, tunable front and rear suspension, low-maintenance shaft drive, and more.
Special spoked wheels carry tubeless tires.
Multi-function carrier system on back is ready for luggage and touring accessories.

Engine:

The all-new 1199cc parallel twin liquid-cooled engine features a unique 270° crank for superior traction because both pistons fire so closely together. It’s almost like having a big-bore thumper without the uncomfortable vibration.
Compact engine design uses a dry-sump oil supply inside the crankcase, and side-mounted radiator for surprising narrowness.
8-valve cylinder head optimizes the fuel charge for spirited performance. The cylinder head cover is ultra-lightweight magnesium to help centralize mass.
A two-axis primary balancer smoothes out engine vibration for all-day riding comfort.
Forged aluminum pistons and carburized connecting rods for durability and performance.
Downdraft twin bore fuel injection system with 12-hole injectors is tuned for off-road adventures, and is equally at home on long stretches of open highway.
Proven YCC-T fly-by-wire technology is matched to an all-new traction control system, which regulates ignition timing and fuel injection volume based on rear wheel spin. Three rider-selected modes are available to match conditions and the rider’s preference.
Yamaha D-Mode has two settings: “T-mode” for Touring and general riding, giving a softer response; “S-mode” for Sport riding when the rider wants the most performance possible.
Wide-ratio 6-speed transmission has gear ratios optimized for everything from slow dirt roads to higher speed sport riding.
The low-maintenance shaft drive is clean and reliable with a compact rear axle gear case thanks to its hypoid gear design.

Chassis/Suspension:

The all-new steel frame is designed to reduce rider fatigue during long rides. Using a steel main frame offers the best balance of strength and flexibility, one good at absorbing jolts from uneven road surfaces.
The engine is a stressed member of the frame. Locating the crankshaft low and close the foot pegs gives the bike a remarkably light feel, even off road.
The ABS and Unified Brake System work together to help prevent wheel lock during braking. This new system allows the rider to operate front and rear brakes together by simply pulling the front brake lever, especially helpful when riding while standing on the pegs. Applying the rear brake first overrides the Unified Braking System to provide traditional separate front and rear brake control.
Adjustable pre-load suspension allows the rider to adjust for varying loads or a passenger. The forks are compression and rebound adjustable and the rear shock is rebound-damping adjustable as well.
A generous 6-gallon fuel tank allows for long touring with less down time for fill-ups.
The Super Ténéré comes equipped with an adjustable windshield and seat height. One inch of seat height adjustment provides a low height for shorter riders or a roomier riding position for taller riders in the high position.
Front and rear hydraulic discs are both wave-type for great performance on or off road.
The grooved foot pegs show Yamaha’s attention to detail. While the rider is seated, rubber cushions provide excellent comfort. When the rider stands to tackle more technical riding conditions, the rubber compresses, letting the rider’s boots contact the metal foot peg surface.

Additional Features:

Handlebar brush guards are standard equipment.
The optional, flexible luggage system design has three possible set-ups: standard with no top case/side bags, top case installed, and side cases installed. Genuine Yamaha top case and side cases designed for adventure touring are available as accessories. These accessories were included during the design of the motorcycle so as to enhance the look of the bike.
Body components help direct cooling airflow to critical areas of the bike.
Both side stand and center stand are provided for complete parking convenience.
R1 style turn signals and reflectors.

Engine
Type	1199cc, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke 2-cylinder DOHC

Bore x Stroke	98.0 x 79.5mm

Compression Ratio	11.0:1

Fuel Delivery	Fuel Injection with YCC-T

Ignition	TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition

Transmission	Constant mesh, 6-speed

Final Drive	Shaft


Chassis
Suspension / Front	Telescopic fork, 43mm tube, adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping, 7.48-in travel

Suspension / Rear	Monoshock, adjustable preload and rebound damping, 7.48-in of travel

Brakes / Front	Dual 310mm hydraulic disc, ABS/Unified Brake System

Brakes / Rear	282mm single disc

Tires / Front	110/80R 19M/C

Tires / Rear	150/70R 17M/C


Dimensions
Length	88.6 in

Width	38.6 in

Height	55.5 in

Seat Height	33.26 or 34.25 in

Wheelbase	60.6 in

Rake (Caster Angle)	28.0°

Fuel Capacity	6.0 gal

Fuel Economy**	N/A

Wet Weight***	575 lb


Other
Warranty	1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty)

YAMAHA MOTORCYCLE FZ8 SPORT 2011

2010-11-01T18:34:00.000-07:00

All NEW FOR 2011:

Key Features:

All-new 779cc engine combines new top end components, including ceramic-composite-coated cylinders and forged aluminum pistons, with a carefully optimized crankshaft to deliver the perfect power curve and torquey performance character for this category.
The FZ8 fills the gap for sport riders who feel a 600cc is too small and a 1000cc is too big.
Muscular, naked bike styling gives an aggressive, mass-forward stance. This bike screams attitude.
Comfortable, upright riding position with a compact design that contributes to the bike’s first-rate handling. This bike simply excels, both in the morning commute and on that spirited weekend ride on a twisty back country road.
Cast aluminum frame and Controlled-Fill aluminum swingarm is lightweight and provides the ideal rigidity balance for outstanding cornering performance.

Engine:

New 779cc liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, inline 4-cylinder, 4-valve engine delivers smooth power delivery and gobs of torque in the low to mid rpm range. But this engine also lets loose with eye-opening horsepower when the revs climb toward redline.
Fuel-injection with 35mm diameter throttle bodies has optimum intake efficiency and smooth throttle response. Provides precise fuel/air mixtures for awesome power delivery across the rpm range.
Compact, pent-roof combustion chamber with a high 12.0:1 compression ratio with 26mm intake valves and 22mm exhaust valves contributes both to the superb torque and high-rpm power of this engine.
Intake funnels for cylinders 2 and 3 are 25mm longer than the two outside cylinders. This tuning trick helps maximize the engine’s punchy torque delivery.
The FZ8 inherits proven R1/FZ1 technologies, including forged aluminum pistons, fracture split carburized connecting rods, and ceramic-composite-plated cylinders.
The 68.0mm bore and 53.6mm stroke specifications were carefully chosen to maximize the strong torque characteristics, as was the new crankshaft with optimized inertial mass.
Wide-ratio 6-speed transmission has ideal ratios for the engine’s performance character.
4-into-2-into-1 exhaust system looks great and includes a catalytic converter and O2 sensor. Short muffler is mounted low for great looks and excellent mass centralization.

Chassis/Suspension:

Cast aluminum frame uses the engine as a stressed member and allows for optimal rigidity balance, light weight, and superb handling. Six engine-mounting points help provide superb longitudinal rigidity.
Controlled-Fill die-cast aluminum swing arm saves weight and is tuned for excellent handling.
43mm inverted fork and a link-type Monocross shock with adjustable preload for light and neutral handling characteristics.
310mm front discs, squeezed by monoblock four-piston calipers, and a single 267mm rear disc offer strong stopping power.
Aggressive chassis geometry with supersport-inspired 51 percent front wheel weight bias. Provides light, nimble handling.
The generous 4.5 gallon fuel tank, is short front to back, and slender where it meets the rider. The foot pegs and handlebars are also placed for a compact, rider-forward riding position that contributes to the bike’s excellent handling.
5-spoke cast aluminum wheels contribute to the light and neutral handling character. This bike sports a 120/70 ZR17 radial tire up front, and a 180/55-ZR17 rear radial to complete the look and serve up the traction.

Additional Features:

“Mass-forward” naked bike styling is accentuated by the headlight design.
FZ1-style instrument cluster features a great looking tachometer with a white face.

Engine
Type	779cc liquid-cooled inline 4-cylinder; DOHC, 16 valves

Bore x Stroke	68.0 x 53.6mm

Compression Ratio	12.0:1

Fuel Delivery	Fuel Injection

Ignition	Digital TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition with 32-bit ECU

Transmission	6-speed w/multiplate clutch

Final Drive	O-ring chain


Chassis
Suspension / Front	5.1-in travel

Suspension/Rear	5.1-in travel

Brakes / Front	Dual 310mm hydraulic discs

Brakes / Rear	267mm disc

Tires / Front	120/70-ZR17

Tires / Rear	180/55-ZR17


Dimensions
Length	84.3 in

Width	30.3 in

Height	41.9 in

Seat Height	32.1 in

Wheelbase	57.5 in

Ground Clearance	5.5 in

Rake (Caster Angle)	25.0°

Trail	4.3 in

Fuel Capacity	4.5 gal

Fuel Economy**	39.8 mpg

Wet Weight***	487 lb


Other
Warranty	1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty)

APRILIA MOTORCYCLE 850 GT ABS

2010-05-16T03:11:00.000-07:00

A completely new motorcycling concept, the result of technological expertise, the courage to believe in innovation and be daring which is Aprilia's hallmark together with attention paid to motorcyclists' needs and a tendency to look to the future: Mana 850 GT ABS is a complete motorcycle, the new frontier, the missing link in an evolution that makes the world of motorcycling and its emotions accessible to all types of user.

Sportgear sequential/automatic transmission, radial brake callipers, helmet compartment, upside down forks, Aprilia Mana combines the potential of the motorbike with an unmatched functional nature and flexibility of use. A unique bike in the motorcycling world with a potentially endless number of variations: this is the Aprilia Mana GT 850, the version that extends the proverbial versatility of the 850 cc produced in Noale even further.

Mana GT 850 is Aprilia's response to a constantly evolving market which is increasingly aware of mobility needs, impatient to try out vehicles that satisfy in daily use as well as on long trips.

The Mana GT version is designed to do just that: an elegant half-fairing perfectly integrated in the lines of the bike protects both rider and passenger on long journeys as well as in daily commuting making the bike ideal for touring. The adjustable windshield means that the level of protection can be adjusted to suit your own needs with a unique level of customisation.

Engine: Aprilia longitudinal 90° V-twin engine, 4 stroke, liquid cooled, single overhead cam with chain drive, four valves per cylinder.

Fuel: Unleaded fuel

Bore x Stroke: 88 x 69 mm

Total displacement: 839,3 cc

Compression ratio: 10:1

Maximum power at the crank: 56 kW (76.1 cv) a 8.000 rpm.

Maximum torque at the crank: 7,45 kgm (73 Nm) a 5.000 rpm.

Fuel system

: Integrated electronic engine management system. Weber Marelli electronic injection with 38-mm throttle body.

Ignition: Digital electronic, with two spark plugs per cylinder, integrated with fuel injection system.

Starting: Electric.

Exhaust: 2 into 1 exhaust system in 100% stainless steel with three-way catalytic converter and lambda probe.

Generator: 450 W a 6000 rpm.

Lubrification: Dry sump system with separate oil tank.

Gear box: Sequential with manual or automatic mode selectable by the user. 7 ratios in manual mode. 3 mappings (Touring – Sport - Rain) in Autodrive mode. Gear change by pedal or handlebar control. The user can switch from automatic to sequential mode and vice versa at any time.

Clutch: Automatic.

Primary drive: Belt.

Final drive: Chain.

Frame: High-strength steel trellis.

Front suspension: Upside-down fork, ? 43 mm stanchions. Wheel travel 120 mm.

Rear suspension: Single- piece aluminium alloy swingarm.

Shock absorbers: shock absorber with adjustable spring preload and rebound damping. Wheel travel 125 mm.

Brakes: Front: dual ? 320 mm diam. stainless steel floating discs. Radial calipers with four pistons. Rear: ? 260 mm stainless steel disc. Single piston caliper. 2-channel Continental ABS system.

Wheels: Aluminium alloy Front: 3.50 X 17" Rear: 6.00 x 17"

Tyres: Radials tubeless front: 120/70 ZR 17 rear: 180/55 ZR 17

Dimensions: Max. length 2,080 mm Max. width 800 mm (at handlebar) Max. height 1,270 mm (1,320 mm at rear-view mirrors) Saddle height 800 mm Wheelbase 1,463 mm Trail 101 mm Steering angle 24°

Fuel tank capacity: 16 litres.

Royal Enfield Motorcycle Bullet C5 Classic EFI

2010-05-14T19:08:00.000-07:00

Royal Enfield is now proud to present the all-new Bullet Classic C5: a modern reworking of the old legend, taking its styling cues from the simplicity of our earliest 1950’s machines and combining that celebrated design and heritage with all the advantages of today’s EFI technology.

In the 77th year since its first production, Royal Enfield presents the marque motorcycle in its "Classic" form. Donning a younger look resplendent with styling cues one would expect only from a genuine Royal Enfield: single cylinder air-cooled pushrod engine, 1950s style nacelle and toolboxes, traditional paint scheme and buffed engine components.

For 50 years, the Royal Enfield Bullet has been synonymous with refined, classic cool
and a bike handcrafted to perfection. Royal Enfield is now proud to present the new
Bullet Classic C5: a modern reworking of the old legend, taking its styling cues from the
simplicity of our earliest 1950’s machines and combining that celebrated design and
heritage with all the advantages of today’s EFI technology.

The original heart and soul are intact. The post World War II styling, body-colored frame,

die-cast headlight casing, authentic post-war fuel tank graphics, knee pads and single saddle
seat with springs of the original remain. What’s changed? The powerful new Euro III compliant,
fully integrated electronic fuel injection engine brings the Bullet C5 roaring into the future.

Features and Benefits:

•All-new, fully-integrated unit construction engine
•Beautiful vintage styling based on our earliest post-war models
•Body-colored frame
•Single-saddle seat with springs
•Incredible 85 mpg fuel economy*
•Built to meet Euro III and other modern emissions standards
* Estimated average, based on initial mileage reports

2010 Royal Enfield Bullet C5 Classic EFI - North American Specifications
MSRP: $6,395

Engine Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Spark Ignition, Air Cooled, OHV
Cubic Capacity 499 cc
Engine Output/Torque 27.5 BHP, 41.3 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Fuel System Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Electrical 12V System; Headlamp 60/55W; Tail lamp 21/5W
Ignition Electronic
Transmission 5-Speed gearbox with left side gear shift
Suspension Gas-filled shock absorbers
Brakes- Front 280mm Disc brake
Brakes- Rear 152mm Drum brake
Tires - Front 90 x 90 - 18”- 51V
Tires - Rear 110 x 80 - 18”- 58V
Dimension - L x W x B 50in x 32in x 42in
Wheel Base 54 inches
Ground Clearance 5.5 inches
Weight 412 lbs

Husaberg Motorcycle FE390 Enduro 2010

2010-05-14T18:45:00.000-07:00

Completely different. The new generation Husaberg Enduro.

Key Features

The fully adjustable 48 mm fork from WP Suspension has been further optimised to ensure even more responsive handling and provide high damping reserves. Combined with the increased 22 mm offset (previously 19 mm) of the CNC-machined triple clamps, this guarantees more reliable front wheel control.

Airbox

Positioned directly behind the fuel cap, it is covered by the front section of the seat. The airbox’s elevated position guarantees the intake of cool, clean air and maximum wading depth. The intake duct is in the direct downdraft from the filter to the cylinder.

Tank

The slim, 8.5 litre tank runs far below the seat to provide an optimal centre of gravity and is equipped with both a compact fuel pump and new reserve sensor. The transparent polyethylene also enables the fill level to be determined at a glance.

Exhaust System

The integration of the stainless steel exhaust manifold offers optimum protection from rock damage and keeps the rider from coming into direct contact with it.

Brakes

The latest Brembo front brake with optimised front brake pads for maximum braking performance at minimal effort. Effective single-piston brake caliper in the rear. Ultra-light wave discs for the ultimate braking performance and better self-cleaning of the brakes.

PDS Shock

Fully adjustable WP PDS shock with optimised setting for even more traction. Adjustable rebound damping and variable high and low speed compression damping guarantee the perfect configuration for all conditions.

Frame

Light double-cradle perimeter frame made of chrome-molybdenum. Guarantees the greatest torsional rigidity and secure tracking stability. Extremely slender lower tube loops. Minimal overall width. Unbeatable ground clearance.

Silencer

Especially light and made of highquality aluminium, the silencer assures compliance with all official noise limits.

Subframe

Cross-linked polyethylene (PE) ensures that the plastic construction has the highest stability values and a reduced weight at the same time. Many electric components have been perfectly imbedded in the rear fender.

Engine
Engine type Single cylinder, 4-stroke
Displacement 393.3 mm
Bore / stroke 95 / 55.5 mm
Compression ratio 11.1 : 1
Starter / battery Electric starter / 12 V 7Ah
Transmission 6 gears
Fuel system Keihin EFI
Control 4 V / OHC with rocker levers
Lubrica tion Pressure lubrication with 2 oil pumps
Engine oil Motorex, SAE 10W-50
Primary ratio 33 : 76
Final drive 13 : 38 (13 : 52)
Cooling Liquid cooling
Clutch Wet multi-disc clutch, hydraulically operated
Engine management Keihin

Chassis
Frame Double cradle perimeter design 25CrMo4
Subframe Cross-linked Polyethylene
Handlebar Magura, Aluminium Ø 28 / 22 mm
Front suspension WP-USD Ø 48 mm
Rear suspension WP-PDS shock absorber
Susp. travel front / rear 300 / 335 mm
Front / rear brakes Disc brake Ø 260 / 220 mm
Front / rear rims 1.60 x 21"; 2.15 x 18" DID
Front / rear tires 90 / 90-21"; 140 / 80-18"
Chain Chain 5/8 x 1/4"
Silencer Aluminium
Steering head angle 63.5°
Wheel base 1,475 +/– 10 mm
Ground clearance 390 mm
Seat height 985 mm
Tank capacity approx. 8.5 litres
Weight (ready to race) approx. 114 kg (without fuel)

HYOSUNG MOTORCYCLE MS3 250 2010

2010-04-30T21:15:00.000-07:00

The MS3/250 has refined looks, stable handling and enough fuel injected power to ride on the freeway. You'll find its large storage capacity ample for the needs of the modern city commuter. The MS3-250, combining confidence, low emissions, and style, is an ecologically responsible urban transporter and pure fun on wheels!

Section Specification
Chassis Overall Length (inch) 83.5
Overall Height (inch) 53.7
Overall Width (inch) 30.1
Wheel Base (inch) 59.1
Ground Clearance (inch) 4.7
Seat Height (inch) 29.5
Brake (Front) 240Ø Double discs, 2 pistons calipers
Brake (Rear) 220Ø Single disc, 2 pistons caliper (CBS)
Suspension (Front) Conventional Telescopic
Suspension (Rear) Double Shock Absorber
Tire (Front) 120/70 -13 53S
Tire (Rear) 140/60 -14 64S
Fuel Tank Capacity (gal) 2.08
Dry Mass 341 lbs

Engine Engine System Liquid cooled DOHC 4-valve Single cylinder
Displacement (cc) 249
Bore x Stroke 73 x 59.6
Compression Ratio 12 : 1
Max Power 25HP @ 8500 RPM
Max Torque 16.39 lb/ft @ 6900 RPM
Fuel System Fuel Injection
Lubrication Wet sump

Transmission Clutch Centrifugal automatic clutch
Gear CVT

Warranty Year 2

HYOSUNG MOTORCYCLE ST7 2010

2010-04-30T21:05:00.000-07:00

Section Item Specification
Chassis Overall Length 97.24in
Overall Width 37.8in
Overall Height 44.69in
Wheelbase 66.54in
Ground Clearance 6.1in
Seat Height 27.17in
Rake Angle 33°
Trail 5.59in
Dry Weight 229 kg (505 lbs)
Wet Weight 244 kg (538 lbs)
G.V.W.R. 415 kg (915 lbs)
Fuel Tank Capacity 4.75gal
Tire (Front) 120/80 - 16 60H
Tire (Rear) 170/80 - 15 77H
Brake (Front) Hydraulic 4 piston caliper, 300Ø Floating Single disk
Brake (Rear) Hydraulic pin slide 2 piston caliper, 270Ø Single disk
Suspension (Front) 41Ø Conventional telescopic
Suspension (Rear) Swing arm, Hydraulic double shock absorber (preload adjustable)
Color Black, Red, White

Engine Type Liguid cooled, DOHC. 8-valves 90° V-twin
Displacement 678.2cc
Bore X Stroke 3.21 in x 2.56 in
Compression Ratio 11.5 : 1
Fuel System Fuel injection

Transmission Clutch Wet, Multi plate
Gear Constant mesh, 5 Speed
Final Drive Belt

Warranty Year 2

Honda Motorcycle VFR1200F

2010-04-26T19:46:00.000-07:00

“Revolutionary” is a buzzword that gets thrown around far too often, but I have to say that after riding Honda’s brand-new 2010 VFR1200F V-Four at the Sugo Circuit outside of Sendai, Japan, as well as on public roads nearby, this bike truly defines that expression.

Only 12 months after showing its V4 Concept model at the Intermot show in Germany in 2008, Honda has brought to market this radical new machine. Among its many innovative features and designs, the most exceptional is that it offers as an option the motorcycle industry’s first automatic dual-clutch transmission. Honda gave us the opportunity to ride the DCT and standard versions on the racetrack and on the street. Despite being identical motorcycles aside from their transmissions and related components, these bikes are completely different animals. If we were only discussing the standard model, we would say that Honda made some interesting technological changes to the VFR’s V-Four powerplant; but the DCTequipped model takes innovation to an entirely new level.

First, let’s get into the basic architecture shared by both models. At the core is a brand-new, liquid-cooled, 76-degree, 1237cc V-Four engine with CRF450R-inspired Unicam four-valve heads. The two front cylinders are located wide on the ends of the crankshaft while the rear two are side-byside closer to crank center. This combination allows the engine to be very narrow between the rider’s knees. No balance shaft is necessary as the crankshaft uses 28-degree-offset throws to allow perfect primary balance. Instead of trying to figure out how to equalize exhaust-header length between the front and rear cylinders, Honda’s engineers–led by project manager Yosuke

Hasegawa–decided to allow the two banks of cylinders to make their own unique power characteristics. According to Hasegawa-san, the combined effect is that of a paired set of parallel-Twins sharing a common crankshaft, the front two cylinders and their longer exhaust headers providing ample bottom-end torque and the rear pairing with much shorter headers producing good top-end power.

Power output is excellent. In fact, on the racetrack, the bike easily spun the sport-touring-oriented Dunlop rear tire exiting slower corners. Strong acceleration is available from as low as 4000 rpm, where Honda claims 90 percent of available torque is already present, and the engine pulls hard to its 10,000-rpm redline.

After the DCT or standard six-speed trans (with slippe clutch), both lead to a new shaft-drive system and singlesided swingarm, featuring a sliding CV joint to counter the changing arc of the rear wheel through its travel.

TRIUMPH MOTORCYCLE BONNEVILLE SE 2010

2010-04-16T19:03:00.000-07:00

2010 Triumph Bonneville SE

Extra pure Bonneville

Named after Triumph’s world speed record breaking exploits in the 1950s. Brought right up to date with the latest 21st century engineering.

The SE takes the standard Bonneville and adds that little bit more. Matching tacho and speedo, polished engine casings and a traditional chrome Triumph tank badge give the SE a look of its own, with an optional two-tone colour scheme delivering an even more individual look.

Great in the city, great on the open road. With its low seat height, easy-going 865cc parallel twin and lightweight alloy wheels, the Bonneville SE takes the legend to an all new audience.

Short mudguards front and rear, upswept megaphone silencers and cast alloy wheels give the Bonneville SE a retro ‘70s look, but thumb the starter and you’ve got a thoroughly modern interpretation of the classic British twin at your disposal.

Good design and quality engineering never go out of fashion. Neither does the Bonneville SE.

Features and Benefits

Engine

The Bonneville SE features a fuel injection system designed for clean running and to meet Euro 3 legislation. The retro styling remains uncompromised though, as the fuel injectors are cleverly concealed by throttle bodies designed to look like traditional carbs. Polished alloy side covers come as standard on the Bonneville SE.

Wheels

The Bonneville SE sports stylish lightweight 17” cast alloy wheels, creating an all new look and improving the bike’s agility and low speed handling characteristics.

Exhaust System

Stylish megaphone exhausts mimic those sported by the raciest bikes in the 1970's.

Brakes

The braking set-up of single front 310mm disc and 255mm rear, both worked on by powerful twin-piston calipers, offers sensitivity, control and ample stopping power.

Seat

The Bonneville SE’s comfortable seat is 1.3in lower than on previous models. Combined with a revised riding position, the Bonneville SE provides a more relaxed and accessible ride than ever before.

Chassis

The Bonneville SE’s low seat height (29.1inches) and low center of gravity make it a manageable motorcycle that all riders can appreciate. The tubular steel double cradle frame is incredibly strong while offering light and precise handling.

APRILIA MOTORCYCLE RSV4 FACTORY

2010-04-12T20:51:00.000-07:00

OVERVIEW

A revolutionary project and a unique history of victories on the racetrack have come together to create the RSV4. A supersport with absolutely exclusive racing technology, developed around the 4 narrow V cylinder engine developed from the technical know-how that has led Aprilia to victory on racetracks all over the world. Aprilia RSV4 hits the racetrack and the roads with one goal only: to win.

33 championships, 254 MotoGP World Championship wins and 8 Superbike victories : over the last two decades Aprilia has become a modern motorcycling legend. The bikes from Noale have dominated tracks the world over thanks to the genial design, courage and extraordinary abilities of the technicians who pursued innovative solutions by experimenting, innovating and sometimes revolutionising technical schemes that seemed to be unchangeable. Aprilia RSV4 Factory, the bike that brings Aprilia back into the 2009 Superbike World Championship, is the product of this immense technical know-how. It is a highly technologically advanced motorcycle, conceived for racing and for this purpose designed and developed by Aprilia together with the marque's Race Division, the largest and most advanced of its kind in Europe and one of the most important in the world.

Aprilia RSV4 Factory is a racing machine that, in line with the Aprilia tradition, follows a completely innovative approach in its design and construction. Its narrow V engine, the use of state-of-the-art electronics,plus its lightness and extreme compactness are only a few of the features that make it unique in the world. Aprilia RSV4 Factory is designed and built with the same philosophy adopted by the Aprilia race division. This is why RSV4 Factory is the most “complete” Superbike racing replica, ready for those who want to venture onto the track with a class leading motorcycle.

The engine of the RSV4 Factory is the most innovative and powerful Aprilia has ever built. It is a super compact 999.6 cc 65° V-four cylinder engine designed for maximum power (180 CV), where powerplant engineering comes together with the finest materials and the most advanced electronic control solutions. Aprilia's engine, in fact, uses a Ride by Wire multimap technology, a solution that opens up new frontiers for engine management, with practically infinite possibilities for further development.

Besides the triple map Ride by Wire system, a sophisticated electronic injection system with two injectors and adjustable height ducts are fitted.

Aprilia RSV4 Factory is an absolute supersport motorcycle, the most complete bike available on the market for bike fans, and its chassis confirms this: designed for the racetrack, it has adjustment features that are typical of racing motorcycles. The adjustable geometry chassis allows parameters such as the position and inclination of the headstock, the height of the swingarm pin and even that of the engine to be changed. The construction technology is also motorsports-derived: the RSV4 Factory chassis and swingarm are made of aluminium with variable section castings and pressings.

The components are the state-of-the-art in motorcycling technology: Öhlins Racing fork, rear monoshock and steering damper, Brembo monobloc callipers, forged aluminium rims.

Aprilia RSV4 Factory is the new benchmark in the street legal superbike sector. The unique characteristics of the bike are listed as follows:

- Compact, innovative design

- New - and unique - 65° V-four cylinder engine

- Multi-adjustable perimetral aluminium alloy frame

- Adjustable engine position relative within frame

- Asymmetric aluminium swingarm

- Öhlins Racing full adjustable fork and rear monoshock.

Kawasaki Ninja® ZX™-14 Motorcyle

2010-04-08T00:10:00.000-07:00

Building on the continent-crossing comfort and genuine sportbike performance of its predecessor, the second-generation Concours™ 14 includes new touring features and updated technology to advance the state of the sport touring art. The Concours 14 has earned rave-reviews from expert journalists and current owners who’ve experienced the otherworldly thrust and sublime composure of its Ninja® ZX™-14 based engine and chassis.

Already a showcase for the latest Kawasaki technology, the new Concours 14 ABS model adds a number of new systems designed to improve the riding experience. KTRC, Kawasaki’s first traction control system, helps provide peace of mind when negotiating slippery surfaces. K-ACT II selectable, sport-oriented coactive ABS complements the rider’s brake inputs with supplementary force enhancements for improved braking performance on a wide variety of riding surfaces.

Both versions include a number of upgrades, bodywork refinements and detail changes which vastly improve rider comfort, and make long-distance journeys even easier than before. A larger windscreen offers extra wind protection and new heat-dissipating bodywork provides better heat management. A number of additional new features, like heated handgrips, upgraded computer functions, a relocated glove box, and tank bag hooks offer added convenience and increase the Concours 14’s touring performance.

Specifications

Engine Type

Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, four valve per cylinder, inline-four with VVT

Displacement

1,352 cc

Bore and Stroke

84.0 x 61.0mm

Maximum Torque

102.0 lb-ft @ 6,200 rpm

Compression Ratio

10.7:1

Fuel Ignition

Digital Fuel Injection w/ 40mm throttle bodies

Ignition

TCBI with Digital Advance

Transmission

6-Speed

Final Drive

Tetra-Lever shaft drive

Rake/Trail

26.1 degrees/4.4 in.

Front Tire Size

120/70 ZR-17

Rear Tire Size

190/50 ZR-17

Front Suspension / wheel travel

43mm inverted, telescopic fork with adjustable rebound damping and spring preload / 4.4 in.

Rear Suspension / wheel travel

Tetra-Lever with stepless rebound damping adjustment and remote spring preload adjuster / 5.4 in.

Front Brake Type

Dual floating 310mm petal discs with four-piston calipers (optional ABS)

Rear Brake Type

Single 270mm petal disc

Fuel Tank Capacity

5.8 gal.

Seat Height

32.1"

Curb Weight

670.3

Wheelbase

59.8

Overal Length

89.4 in.

Overall height windscreen min / windscreen max

50.8/55.3

Overall width at handlebars / at saddlebags

30.7 in. / 39.4 in.

Color

Candy Neptune Blue/Flat Super Black

Warranty

36 Months

Good Times™ Protection Plan

12, 24 or 36 months

Yamaha FJR1300A 2010 Motorcycle

2010-04-05T19:18:00.000-07:00

Key Features:

A light-and-rigid aluminum frame, sportbike running gear and standard hard sidebags go beautifully together.
Pushbutton adjustable windscreen and a thick comfy seat for two are perfect for comfortable, long-distance riding.
The world’s first supersport touring bike boasts standard ABS and adjustable ergonomics—that widen the gap between it and common sport tourers to a gaping chasm.
Advanced air management system and adjustable bodywork keep the FJR rider looking and feeling cool.
Instrument panel contains an electronic analog speedometer and tachometer; LCD digital odometer, dual tripmeters, gear position indicator, fuel, coolant and air temperature gauges, and clock; lights for neutral, high beam, turn signals, low oil and engine warnings—as well as real-time mileage, average mileage and air temperature.

Engine:

Compact, lightweight 1298cc, DOHC, 16-valve, liquid-cooled inline four-cylinder engine delivers power and torque for an unequaled spread of muscle over a wide rpm range.
Engine is a fully stressed chassis member, allowing for a lightweight frame design.
Curved radiator with custom ducting and twin-ring cooling fans help keep engine and cockpit cool.
Slant-block engine design uses stacked, tri-axis gearbox shafts that help minimize powerplant size while optimizing chassis geometry for balanced weight distribution and great handling.
Lightweight forged pistons with carburized connecting rods provide superb strength and reduced reciprocating mass for outstanding high-rpm durability and performance.
Patented electroplated ceramic composite cylinder bores ensure greater heat dissipation and thus reduced frictional power loss.
Advanced fuel injection system is ideal for long-distance supersport-touring, delivering crisp, seamless throttle response in a variety of altitude/weather conditions.
Gearshift shaft features a needle-roller bearing to reduce friction for silky-smooth shifting.
Shaft final drive system is super-durable and virtually maintenance-free.
Low-vibration crankshaft with two gear-driven secondary counterbalancers help deliver a glass-smooth ride with reduced rider/passenger fatigue.
Constant-mesh 5-speed transmission utilizes wide ratios to deliver relaxed long-distance touring performance combined with seamless power and acceleration.
Four-into-one-into-two stainless-steel exhaust optimizes engine performance across the powerband.
Wet-sump oil system uses an easy-access cartridge-type oil filter mounted on the engine’s left side.

Chassis/Suspension:

Sharp-looking bodywork and air-management system keep the bike and rider cooler; a central vent beneath the instrument panel cools the rider and reduces negative pressure for less buffeting, and fairing side panels with 1.2-inch adjustability let the rider direct airflow.
Adjustable ergonomics: the seat can be adjusted up or down by nearly an inch, and handlebar pullback angle is three-position adjustable over a half-inch range.
Long swingarm provides even better ride and handling characteristics, and rear spring preload adjustment is a snap.
Standard equipment Unified Braking System w/ABS: The front brake lever activates six of the eight front braking pistons; the rear brake pedal activates two rear pistons and the other two front pistons—provides balanced anti-lock braking in all conditions.
Ergonomically shaped, large-capacity, 6.6-gallon fuel tank offers excellent comfort and range and is constructed of steel allowing for the use of magnetic tankbags.
Rear frame with integrated grab handle makes lifting the bike onto the centerstand a snap.
An additional catalyst and a heated oxygen sensor are located in the exhaust for increased fuel injection control range and low emissions.

Additional Features:

Subframe-fitted quick-release luggage mounts provide easy use of the standard accessory hard sidecases†, which are conveniently matched to the ignition key.
Slim profile even with bags in place for excellent in-town maneuverability.
Long dual seat features two-part construction using different foam densities for the front and rear sections, ensuring plush comfort for both rider and passenger.
Big windscreen adjusts over a wide range for improved wind protection with little negative pressure.
Sleek, cat-eye dual 12V 60/55-watt multi-reflector headlights throws an extremely broad beam for superb visibility and feature easy-access adjustment knobs; mirrors are easy to adjust and retract horizontally.
Powerful dual-bulb taillight features integrated turn signals for a slick, one-piece look that’s aerodynamic and conspicuous.
Integrated front turn signals with clear lenses add to the FJR1300A’s cutting-edge aerodynamic bodywork.
Glove box contains a 12V outlet for phones, GPS units, electric vests, etc.
Standard toolkit located in convenient storage compartment under passenger seat

Engine
Type	1298cc liquid-cooled inline 4-cylinder; DOHC, 16 valves

Bore x Stroke	79 x 66.2mm

Compression Ratio	10.8:1

Fuel Delivery	Fuel Injection

Ignition	TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition

Transmission	5-speed; multiplate wet clutch

Final Drive	Shaft


Chassis
Suspension/Front	48mm fork; fully adjustable, 5.4-in travel

Suspension/Rear	Single shock; adjustable preload and rebound damping, 4.8-in travel

Brakes/Front	Dual 320mm disc, UBS ABS

Brakes/Rear	282mm disc, UBS ABS

Tires/Front	120/70-ZR17 radial

Tires/Rear	180/55-ZR17 radial


Dimensions
Length	88.2 in

Width	29.3 in

Height	52.4 in

Seat Height	31.69 or 32.48 in

Wheelbase	60.8 in

Rake (Caster Angle)	26°

Trail	4.3 in

Fuel Capacity	6.6 gal

Fuel Economy**	39 mpg

Wet Weight	641 lb


Other
Warranty	1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty)

YAMAHA MOTORCYCLE YZF-R1 LE 2010

2010-03-30T20:57:00.000-07:00

New for 2010:

The YZF-R1 LE is a limited edition Valentino Rossi / Fiat Yamaha replica complete with the number “46” and “The Doctor” logos, including a replica of Valentino Rossi’s signature on the fuel tank.

Key Features:

The YZF-R1 garnered the prestigious award as the 2009 Motorcycle of the Year from Motorcyclist Magazine. The YZF-R1 was chosen for its MotoGP®-inspired engine and chassis technology, and for its luxurious fit and finish.
Back for 2010, the YZF-R1 is the only production motorcycle with a crossplane crankshaft. Crossplane technology, first pioneered in MotoGP® racing with the M1, puts each piston 90° from the next, with an uneven firing interval of 270° - 180°- 90°- 180°. This uneven order does an amazing thing… it actually lets power build more smoothly. That means smooth roll-on delivery out of the corners, with outstanding tractability, followed by very strong high rpm power. It’s a feeling that’s simply unmatched, like having two engines in one: the low-rpm torquey feel of a twin with the raw, high rpm power of an inline four. This breakthrough technology on the YZF-R1 represents a paradigm shift in both technology and performance.
This R1 keeps all the technological superiorities developed for its predecessor: YCC-T™ (Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle) is MotoGP® inspired fly-by-wire technology used to deliver instant throttle response. YCC-I® is Yamaha Chip Controlled Intake which is a variable intake system that broadens the spread of power. The fuel injection system provides optimum air/fuel mixtures for maximum power and smooth throttle response.
The R1 features Yamaha D-MODE (or drive mode) with rider-selectable throttle control maps to program YCC-T performance characteristics for riding conditions. The standard map is designed for optimum overall performance. The “A” mode lets the rider enjoy sportier engine response in the low- to mid-speed range, and the “B” mode offers response that is somewhat less sharp for riding situations that require especially sensitive throttle operation. Switching maps is as easy as pushing a button on the handlebar switch.
In keeping with this machine’s exceptional cornering ability and crisp handling, the aluminum frame has been designed to offer exceptional rigidity balance. The rear frame is lightweight Controlled-Fill die-cast magnesium, contributing the optimum mass centralization. Suspension includes SOQI front forks which use one of the tricks developed for our winning MotoGP® bikes: independent damping. The left fork handles compression damping and the right side handles the rebound damping. And the rear shock adopts bottom linkage for optimum suspension characteristics.
The bodywork does more than add break-away-from-the-crowd styling with its more serious, less busy look. The side fairing is smooth for a sleek appearance. And, instead of the usual four-bulb headlight design, the R1 has only two projector-type bulbs mounted closer to the nose of the bike. This positions ram air ducts closer in for a more compact, smooth look. In addition, the rounded lenses are unique to the supersport industry.

Engine:

Crossplane crankshaft technology proven in victory after victory on MotoGP® machines provides a high-tech uneven firing interval. Unlike typical inline-four engine design, where the two outer and two inner pistons move together in pairs with 180° intervals, the crossplane crankshaft has each connecting rod 90° with a unique firing order of 270° – 180° – 90° – 180°. This overcomes the inherent fluctuations in inertial torque during each engine revolution, and the accompanying peaky torque characteristics. Instead, combustion torque continues to build, giving the rider more linear throttle response with awesome power and traction out of the corners.
To maximize rider comfort as well as power output, the engine adopts a coupling-type balancer that rotates in the opposite direction as the crankshaft.
This engine features forged aluminum pistons to take maximum advantage of the power characteristics. Titanium intake valves are lightweight.
A forced-air intake system is adopted to increase intake efficiency by using the natural airflow during riding to pressurize the air in the air box. This contributes to outstanding power delivery characteristics in the high-speed range, while the design also helps to minimize intake noise.
Slipper-type back torque-limiting clutch greatly facilitates braking/downshifting from high speed.
The exhaust system is meticulously designed to enhance engine output while, thanks to its three-way catalyst technology, also reducing exhaust emissions. The silencer is a single expansion type, and the sound coming through from the unique crossplane crankshaft- equipped engine is unlike any other inline-four cylinder production supersport.
This fuel-injected engine takes full advantage of YCC-T (Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle), the MotoGP®-inspired fly-by-wire technology used to deliver instant throttle response. There’s also YCC-I, Yamaha Chip Controlled Intake, the variable intake system that broadens the spread of power. Fuel injectors have 12 holes for optimum fuel atomization that translates to the most power from every fuel charge.
Have it your way, thanks to Yamaha D-MODE (or “Drive Mode”) variable throttle control. There are three modes that control how YCC-T responds to throttle input from the rider. The selectable “A” mode puts more emphasis on engine response in low to midrange rpm. “B” mode, on the other hand, provides less sharp response to input for riding situations that require especially sensitive throttle operation. The standard map is designed for optimum overall performance. Selecting the map you want is as easy as pressing a button on the handlebars.

Chassis/Suspension:

The frame has a combination of uncompromising rigidity where needed along with carefully achieved flex for the precise rigidity balance this bike needs to give the rider the full benefit of its handling and engine characteristics. It is a sophisticated combination of Controlled-Fill die-cast, stamping, and gravity casting… the exact technology needed for each portion of this advanced frame.
SOQI front forks take a page from the championship-winning design of our MotoGP® weapon, the M1. Since both forks always move together, compression damping duties can be confined to the left fork, while rebound damping is precisely handled by the right fork, reducing oil cavitation.
The SOQI rear shock features both high and low speed compression damping plus an easy-to-use screw hydraulic adjustment for preload. This unit also adopts a pillow-ball-type joint for exceptional shock absorption, road hold feeling, and damper response. To achieve maximum performance, a bottom linkage is used to work with the rest of the chassis refinements for brilliant, crisp handling characteristics.
Factory racers get machines tailored to their preferences. Welcome to the club. R1 has adjustable footrests, with a 15mm height and 3mm front-to-rear adjustment.
The press-formed fuel tank has a shape developed using 3-D simulation analysis technology. The elongated shape of the tank allows it to fit neatly within the frame in a way that promotes concentration of mass.

Additional Features:

The instrumentation includes everything a rider wants to know, including gear position.

Engine
Type	998cc, liquid-cooled 4-cylinder DOHC 16 valves (titanium intake valves)

Bore x Stroke	78.0mm X 52.2mm

Compression Ratio	12.7:1

Fuel Delivery	Fuel Injection with YCC-T and YCC-I

Ignition	TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition

Transmission	6-speed w/multiplate slipper clutch

Final Drive	#530 O-ring chain


Chassis
Suspension/Front	43mm inverted fork; fully adjustable, 4.7-in travel

Suspension/Rear	Single shock w/piggyback reservoir; 4-way adjustable, 4.7-in travel

Brakes/Front	Dual 310mm disc; radial-mount forged 6-piston calipers

Brakes/Rear	220mm disc; single-piston caliper

Tires/Front	120/70-ZR17

Tires/Rear	190/55ZR17


Dimensions
Length	81.5 in

Width	28.1 in

Height	44.5 in

Seat Height	32.8 in

Wheelbase	55.7 in

Rake (Caster Angle)	24.0°

Trail	4.0 in

Fuel Capacity	4.8 gal

Dry Weight	454 lb


Other
Primary Reduction Ratio	65/43 (1.512)

Secondary Reduction Ratio	47/17 (2.765)

Gear Ratio - 1st Gear	38/15 (2.533)

Gear Ratio - 2nd Gear	33/16 (2.063)

Gear Ratio - 3rd Gear	37/21 (1.762)

Gear Ratio - 4th Gear	35/23 (1.522)

Gear Ratio - 5th Gear	30/22 (1.364)

Warranty	1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty)

Gear Ratio - 6th Gear	33/26 (1.269)

YAMAHA MOTORCYCLE YZF-R6 2010

2010-03-30T20:50:00.000-07:00

New for 2010:

* The new, 100mm-longer muffler is designed for excellent power characteristics and reduced noise.

* The ECU settings have been revised for increased performance.

Key Features:

* The 2009 Daytona 200 winner is back and ready for the street or track.

* Light, powerful, and bristling with knowledge gained from years of racing, the YZF-R6 is the most advanced production 600cc motorcycle Yamaha—or anybody else—has ever built.

* The YZF-R6 was the first production motorcycle with a fly-by-wire throttle system—for flawless response under all conditions.

* YCC-I®, Yamaha Chip Controlled Intake, is used on the R6 to vary intake tract length for excellent cylinder filling and a broader powerband. On the higher-revving R6, its benefits are even more pronounced.

* Back torque-limiting slipper-type clutch greatly facilitates braking/downshifting from high speed. Close-ratio 6-speed transmission delivers seamless power and maximum acceleration.

Engine:

* Compact, lightweight 67mm x 42.5mm, 599cc DOHC 16-valve, liquid-cooled titanium-valved four-cylinder has a compression ratio of 13.1:1, for great response. Domed pistons with valve cutouts produce a compact combustion chamber.

* Fuel injection mapping for the YCC-T—Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle dual-injector system complements the high compression ratio for great throttle response and reduced engine braking.

* YCC-I—Yamaha Chip Controlled Intake electronically varies intake tract length for a broader powerband.

* A magnesium subframe removes weight from the rear of the motorcycle for increased mass centralization.

* Fork height adjustability and rear ride-height adjustment accommodate a great range of riders and tires.

* YCC-T uses a powerful ECU and multiple sensors to provide perfect, smooth engine response and optimal power whenever the throttle is twisted under all conditions.

* Twin-injector fuel injection: shower-type injectors above each intake funnel help achieve optimum fuel atomization at high rpm.

* Slipper-type back torque-limiting clutch greatly facilitates braking and downshifting from high speed. Close-ratio six-speed transmission delivers seamless power and maximum acceleration.

* GP-style titanium muffler contributes to mass centralization and contains EXUP® for a broad powerband, and 02 sensor for spot-on injection and emissions compliance.

* Linerless, direct-plated ceramic-composite cylinder bores mean greater heat dissipation for consistent power delivery and reduced friction.

* Cool magnesium valve and engine covers are light and stylish.

* Direct-ignition coils, dual-electrode spark plugs and high-output magneto deliver extremely accurate, reliable firing.

Chassis/Suspension:

* Deltabox® aluminum frame incorporates GP thinking in terms of engine positioning and rigidity for the ultimate in 600-class handling.

* The lightweight swingarm pivots high in the frame, for increased anti-squat effect and mid-corner stability. TZ-type chain adjusters ease rear tire changes.

* Four-way adjustable (preload, high-speed compression, low-speed compression and rebound damping) inverted fork with 41mm tubes increases freedom in setting up for street or track use; soak up the bumps and resist bottoming when braking.

* Four-way adjustable (preload, high-speed compression, low speed compression and rebound damping) piggyback rear shock delivers exceptional rear wheel tracking and stability.

* Dual 310mm front disc brakes use forged one-piece radial-mount calipers and radial-pump front master cylinder with adjustable lever for astounding braking power and feel.

* The casting technique for the five-spoke 17-inch wheels makes the rims light and strong, not to mention wickedly cool-looking.

* Removable rear shock spacer and adjustable fork ride height allows the rider to tailor the ride position for the best fit and comfort.

Additional Features:

* Built-in lap timer is controlled by a right handlebar switch.

* Multifunction digital and analog instrumentation features: programmable shift light, digital speedometer, analog tachometer, dual tripmeters with miles-on-reserve function, odometer, water temp gauge and lights for neutral, high beam, low fuel and turn signals.

Engine
Type	599cc liquid-cooled inline 4-cylinder; DOHC, 16 titanium valves

Bore x Stroke	67.0 x 42.5mm

Compression Ratio	13.1:1

Fuel Delivery	Fuel Injection with YCC-T and YCC-I

Ignition	TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition

Transmission	6-speed w/multiplate slipper clutch

Final Drive	Chain


Chassis
Suspension/Front	41mm inverted fork; 4-way adjustable, 4.7-in travel

Suspension/Rear	Single shock; 4-way adjustable, 4.7-in travel

Brakes/Front	Dual 310mm floating disc; radial-mount 4-piston calipers

Brakes/Rear	220mm disc; single-piston caliper

Tires/Front	120/70-ZR17

Tires/Rear	180/55-ZR17


Dimensions
Length	80.3 in

Width	27.6 in

Height	43.3 in

Seat Height	33.5 in

Wheelbase	54.3 in

Rake (Caster Angle)	24°

Trail	3.8 in

Oil Capacity (with oil filter change)	3.6 qt

Fuel Capacity	4.5 gal

Fuel Economy**	40 mpg

Wet Weight	417 lb


Other
Main Jet	Not Applicable

Main Air Jet	Not Applicable

Jet Needle	Not Applicable

Needle Jet	Not Applicable

Pilot Air Jet 1	Not Applicable

Pilot Outlet	Not Applicable

Pilot Jet	Not Applicable

Primary Reduction Ratio	85/41 (2.073)

Secondary Reduction Ratio	45/16 (2.813)

Gear Ratio - 1st Gear	31/12 (2.583)

Gear Ratio - 2nd Gear	32/16 (2.000)

Gear Ratio - 3rd Gear	30/18 (1.667)

Gear Ratio - 4th Gear	26/18 (1.444)

Gear Ratio - 5th Gear	27/21 (1.286)

Gear Ratio - 6th Gear	23/20 (1.150)

Warranty	1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty)

APRILIA MOTORCYCLE MXV 450

2009-05-06T23:47:00.000-07:00

All design solutions on the uncompromising MXV 450 have been dictated by the need to achieve the highest possible level of performance while extending the bike’s range of use. The under-seat exhaust, for example, features a brand new path for better motocross performance with more torque at lower revs.

Valve gear based on a single overhead cam and four titanium valves per cylinder gives the best possible compromise between compactness, light weight and performance. Thanks to its advanced technology the 45.2 engine is extremely civilized and silent running even in this motocross version, and complies easily with FIM rules for noise emissions (94 dB threshold).

The MXV 450 affords beautifully easy access for maintenance (plugs, oil filter, air filter), and boasts extended maintenance intervals, far above the average.

The engine has a dry sump lubrication system with the oil tank integrated inside the crankcase. Elimination of the external oil tank and its connecting pipes has led to a further reduction in weight.

The starter motor has been eliminated for the same reason. Starting is by kick-start only in order to minimize weight.

The salient specifications of the 45.2 engine on the new MXV:

o Electronic fuel injection.

o Dry sump lubrication with the oil tank integrated inside the crankcase. Separate lubrication for gearbox and engine to keep oil efficient for longer.

o Single overhead cam, titanium valves.

o Single-piece crankshaft.

o Cylinders integrated in crankcase, wet liners.

o Choice of “Big Bang” and “Screamer” ignition settings.

o “Hard/soft” mappings selectable from the handlebars.

o Electronic stepper motor idling control.

o Maximum engine speed 12,500 rpm.

CHASSIS: LIGHTER THAN EVER
The dimensions of the perimeter frame have been optimized for motocross use, and the entire frame has been developed to complement the engine. Its design is unique among motocross frames. A tubular steel trellis is interference fitted to pressed aluminum side plates to form a single structure. The engine also forms an integral part of the chassis, acting as a load-bearing element and contributing to exceptional overall rigidity.

Particular care has been taken over weight distribution. Weight has been centralized as far as possible to improve agility under all conditions.

Weight reduction (one of the most important aspects of any motocross bike) was central to the design of every part of the MXV, from disc brake to frame.

The swingarm has been designed for maximum lightness and elasticity and incorporates hydroformed members. The rising rate linkage system is damped by a fully adjustable Sachs racing monoshock with two damping settings for high and low speed riding.

The Marzocchi upside down fork has 50 mm stanchions and is also calibrated for motocross. The fork is fully adjustable, so that you can set up your own suspension action exactly as you want it.
The fuel tank has been redesigned to keep the bike’s centre of gravity as near as possible to the physical centre of the machine. Attention has also been given to eliminating protruding parts to reduce width and improve ergonomics.

The centralization of weight has also influenced the design of the filter box. The filter is now located at the front of the bike, leaving the fuel tank more space to extend back over the rear shock absorber.

The filter box also holds the throttle bodies and facilitates filter changing.
The ECU and all the components of the electrical system are also housed securely inside the filter box.

The exhaust system, under-seat silencer and twin tail pipes are made entirely from titanium (pipes and silencer).

The minimal electrical system is battery-less, and fully integrated inside the filter box. Engine and electrical system therefore form a single block.

The two-tone stepped seat helps the rider hold his position at all times.

BRAKES
The unrivalled technology and performance of the chassis is supported by a fantastic braking system. The MXV is equipped with Nissin floating calipers and super-lightweight wavy discs (270 mm at the front), for unrivalled braking control in even the most challenging conditions. A 240 mm rear disc with single piston Nissin caliper provides the perfect balance between stopping power and ease of control.

*All prices shown are MSRP (Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price).

Freight/destination, tax, license, title, or other dealer charges and optional or regionally required equipment (e.g., helmet) are excluded. Pricing, standard features, specifications and available equipment are those in effect when the page on which the information appears was produced and are subject to change without notice. Some images may reflect European models. Obey local traffic safety laws and always wear a helmet, appropriate eyewear and proper apparel.

APRILIA MOTORCYCLE DORSODURO 750

2009-05-05T23:33:00.000-07:00

The concept that revolutionized the world of Supermoto has now engendered the Aprilia Dorsoduro 750. This unique, elite motorcycle applies all of Aprilia’s vast racing experience to just one mission: the offer of pure riding enjoyment. 92 HP and exclusive Tri-Map ride-by-wire technology mean that the lightweight and powerful Dorsoduro 750 can satisfy even the most expert riders in search of a state-of-the-art motorcycle.

Aprilia has certainly made its mark since entering the world of supermotard racing: 4 world titles since 2004 clearly demonstrate the superiority of the Aprilia off-road concept. Now Aprilia has taken its success story one step further with the Aprilia Dorsoduro 750, the machine that sets completely new standards for the road-going supermotard market.
The Dorsoduro is Aprilia’s first 750 cc supermotard, with a level of performance and equipment that places it in direct competition with far bigger machines. Unlike its more expensive rivals, however, the Dorsoduro gives you an unbeatable combination of performance and equipment for its price.

The Aprilia Dorsoduro is an ideal motorcycle for advanced riders in search of total performance. But thanks to its 750 cc engine, advanced electronic engine management system and selectable triple mapping, it also adapts perfectly to the needs of less experienced riders, and represents an intelligent access to the world of fun motorcycling.
The Dorsoduro is made for pure enjoyment, and creates a perfect symbiosis between man and machine, especially when ridden solo.

The Aprilia Dorsoduro 750 has been developed in close collaboration with Aprilia Racing (the department of Aprilia responsible for thirty-seven world titles in all, and five in 2007 alone, including four in Moto GP’s 125 and 250 cc classes and one in the Supermotard World Championship). The result is a bike that combines the best of supersport and supermoto racing technology. The Aprilia Dorsoduro gives you absolute riding pleasure and fun. A distillation of performance and technology, the Dorsoduro is a special, extreme, and elite motorcycle, capable of elevating its rider to motorcycling excellence.

The lightweight, agile, and powerful Dorsoduro is driven by a new generation of engine incorporating the most advanced technical solutions found on any bike of its kind. Thanks to advanced electronic engine management, Aprilia’s compact 90° V twin delivers superb performance, well beyond the reach of its rivals. Specific power is 92 HP at 8750 rpm and 60.48 ft lbs torque at only 4,500 rpm.

As you would expect from Aprilia, the chassis is unique in the supermotard segment. Having achieved amazing results on the super-specialist SXV, Aprilia’s mixed trellis and aluminium frame is now one of the most distinctive features of the Dorsoduro, giving it the sort of directional control, responsiveness and precision the competition cannot hope to achieve.
Despite its essential design, the Aprilia Dorsoduro boasts the highest level of components, technical equipment and finish. Four piston radial calipers, wave discs, a hydraulic wet clutch, adjustable front and rear suspension, Tri-Map ride-by-wire engine management and a Matrix instrument display with on-board computer are just some of the many items that make the Dorsoduro unique.

Let’s look at the features of the Aprilia Dorsoduro 750 in greater detail:

• 90° V twin engine with four-valve heads, double overhead cam and liquid cooling
• Tri-Map second generation ride-by-wire technology
• Electronic fuel injection with the latest generation injectors
• Mixed gear and chain timing drive
• Three way catalytic converter with Lambda probe
• Modular steel trellis and aluminum alloy frame for extremely light weight and high torsional rigidity
• Aluminum alloy swingarm with laterally offset monoshock
• Fully adjustable 43 mm upside down fork
• Radial front brake calipers combined with 320 mm wave discs

DESIGN: CONCEIVED TO THRILL
The Aprilia Dorsoduro 750 is a concentration of pure technology enhanced by stunning lines and an aggressive look that comes not only from power and torque but from amazing agility too. Everything about this new Aprilia has been designed to be as light and effective as possible. The Aprilia Dorsoduro 750 is a motorcycle built to stimulate the senses of its rider.
The minimal and aggressive bodywork of the Aprilia Dorsoduro 750 adds the perfect finishing touches to the advanced motorcycle technology that forms the basis of its design. The Aprilia Dorsoduro 750 is built around the rider to deliver maximum riding thrills. That is why this radical, daring and sporting machine shuns everything that does not contribute effectively to maximum riding pleasure. Plastic body panels have been reduced to a minimum for this very reason. As with top competition machines, anything that does not improve performance has been eliminated. Only the place for a number has been left to emphasis the bike’s close ties with the world of racing. The middle of the bike, the area most important to rider movement under competitive riding conditions, shows just how compact this design really is. The Aprilia Dorsoduro 750 is incredibly slender and agile and enters into instant symbiosis with its rider. Only a few miles on this amazing machine are enough to feel completely at one with it. Aprilia’s design team have achieved this impressive result by giving the Dorsoduro a long, flat seat, derived directly from the world of racing, allowing the rider to find the most effective position at all times.

The sleek, compact tail houses a twinned exhaust, a solution that not only gives the bike a mean, aggressive look but also achieves perfect symmetry and ideal weight distribution. The hand guards are derived from those of the SXV supermotard and, despite their streamlined look, offer effective protection against accidental impacts with the control levers.

APRILIA’S 90° V TWIN: STATE-OF-THE-ART TECHNOLOGY
Aprilia’s 750 cc 90° V twin engine has been improved in a number of ways, through extensive bench testing and trials on roads and circuits all over the world. The engine development team at Noale has succeeded in shaping the character of this unique engine to precisely match the Dorsoduro’s extreme agility. Improvements have been made to various areas of the 749.9 cc engine with its bore and stroke of 92 x 56.4 mm. As a result the electronic and mechanical content of this V twin engine sets new standards not only for engines of this size but for many far larger units too.
The V twin engine that powers the Aprilia Dorsoduro incorporates the latest, most advanced technology:

• 90° V twin layout
• Liquid cooling
• Tri-Map engine management and ride-by-wire throttle control
• Very over-square bore to stroke ratio
• Four valves per cylinder
• Double overhead cam valve timing
• Electronic fuel injection with two throttle bodies
• Stick-coils integrated in the spark plug caps
• Three way catalytic converter and Lambda probe
• Hydraulically operated wet clutch

The fuel injection system uses micro-spray injectors for optimum burn, guaranteeing high power and extremely low emissions.

Aprilia was the first motorcycle manufacturer to believe in the potential of ride-by-wire electronic throttle control. This sophisticated technology, transferred to production directly from the world of racing, lets riders get the very best performance out of their motorcycles.

The electronic engine management on the Dorsoduro 750’s engine leads the field in technology and performance. The Dorsoduro features a second generation electronic throttle with Tri-Map selectable triple mapping.

Three performance modes, Sport, Touring and Rain, can be selected on the move from a switch on the handlebars (with the throttle closed for safety reasons). The Dorsoduro changes its character radically, depending on what mode you select. Sport mode gives you aggressive instant power; Touring mode gives you a smoother action, better suited to relaxed long distance riding; and Rain mode gives you ultimate safety slippery surfaces.

The Tri-Map electronic throttle also means smoother, more consistent power thanks to more accurate and precise throttle control based on parameters including engine speed, gear selection, air flow, throttle position and temperature. The V twin engine performs superbly at low and medium revs and even at partial throttle openings, situations typical of the sort of riding the Dorsoduro 750 supermotard is designed for.

Whatever mapping you select, the engine is always ready to deliver the best possible performance in terms of acceleration and rev range, giving you an amazingly satisfying and entertaining ride.

The exhaust is made entirely from stainless steel. The collector pipes meet in a single silencer under the seat before splitting again into two tail pipes. The large volume of the exhaust system also aids engine breathing and boosts efficiency.

A latest generation ECU manages all engine parameters, with a CAN (Controlled Area Network) line carrying all signals to an instrument cluster that incorporates a self-diagnostic terminal. Because the CAN line uses only two wires to transfer all the necessary data, the Dorsoduro’s electrical system is beautifully simple and a major factor in the bike’s impressively light weight.

Thanks to its advanced electronic and mechanical technology, the Aprilia V twin engine develops 92 HP at 8,750 rpm and a maximum torque of 60.48 ft. lbs. at 4,500 rpm. These figures enable the Dorsoduro to compete directly with motorcycles powered by far bigger engines.

FRAME: PERFECT BALANCE
Aprilia motorcycles have always been acclaimed for the excellent chassis designs. The Dorsoduro 750 is no exception, thanks to a chassis that makes it the best balanced and most effective bike of its type. The new Dorsoduro is easy and intuitive to ride despite its blistering performance. It is designed to be ridden at the limit under all conditions, to perform extreme power slides, and to blast out of bends under full power. The secret lies in an ultra-responsive chassis, whose ergonomics suit riders of all statures and allow you to “take it to the limit” and enjoy the thrills of a motorcycle built for pure entertainment.

The frame incorporates all of Aprilia’s vast racing experience, and makes full use of the latest mixed steel and aluminum designs derived from the world of Supermotard World Championship racing. The top half of the frame is a tubular steel trellis. This is secured to generous aluminum side members by special high strength bolts. The resulting structure is extremely rigid and lightweight, and provides the best possible means of harnessing the exuberant power of the Aprilia V90 engine while still communicating a strong impression of lightness, high technology and Italian style.

Continuous co-operation between engine and frame designers has led to the perfection of high-tech, performance-oriented solutions and to total integration between engine and frame. The intelligent design solutions applied to Aprilia’s V twin engine have made it shorter than ever, permitting the development of a rational and efficient frame and a superbly agile and incredibly responsive motorcycle.

The lateral position and acute angle of the rear monoshock has freed up the space needed to ensure optimum exhaust geometry without any increase in the bike’s overall length, and without subjecting the monoshock to thermal stress. The aluminum swingarm is robust enough to withstand the asymmetric stresses generated by the lateral positioning of the rear suspension. The swingarm has been specially developed to satisfy the needs of a supermotard like the Dorsoduro 750, and combines excellent torsional rigidity with the elasticity needed for precision under acceleration and intuitive control under changing conditions.

SUSPENSION: EFFECTIVE ON ALL SURFACES
Optimum suspension setup has always been one of the strong points of the Aprilia design and testing team. The 43 mm upside down fork features shell-cast bottom outers with radial calipers mountings, and offers adjustments for spring preload and rebound damping. This sophisticated fork offers a superb sliding action and a wheel travel of 160 mm in line with the latest trends in supermotard racing. Both yokes are forged, and the top yoke is also anodized to match the Dorsoduro’s high level of finish.

The laterally offset monoshock pivots directly on the swingarm in a cantilever configuration, and is also adjustable in spring preload and rebound damping. Rear wheel travel is 160 mm, again in keeping the requirements of a top level supermotard, on which effective, controlled long stroke suspension is a must.

BRAKES: RACING TECHNOLOGY
The Aprilia Dorsoduro 750 is equipped with the best braking technology currently available. The front brakes feature 4-piston radial calipers, state-of-the-art for the motard market. The lightweight, 320 mm wave discs ensure shorter than ever stopping distances. The bike’s aggressive stopping power is emphasized by the mean look of the braking system, in keeping with the Dorsoduro’s overall styling.

The rear brakes incorporate another wave disc, 240 mm in diameter this time, plus a single piston caliper. Both the front and rear brakes are fitted with aeronautical type metal braided brake lines to eliminate the sponginess associated with conventional rubber hoses and to deliver maximum braking precision.

COMPONENTS
Supermotards are always no-frills machines, and sometimes quite spartan. This, however, does not mean having to do without top quality components and attention to detail. Here too Aprilia stands apart from the competition by adopting a level of equipment worthy of a true market leader:

- Matrix instrumentation. The mixed analog/digital instrument cluster receives data over a CAN line and incorporates a memory that forms an integral part of the diagnostics system. The ultra-compact instruments feature a modern design and are extremely light in weight. All functions can be accessed and controlled from the handlebars. The LED backlighting is white in the analog area and red in the digital area, and can be adjusted to three levels of brightness.
- Dual taper anodized aluminum handlebars exactly like those fitted to Aprilia’s racing supermotards. This super-lightweight component is specially designed for optimum dynamic control.
- Hydraulically operated clutch for a consistently precise action and exceptional smoothness. The clutch is also self-adjusting and completely maintenance free.

Colors, specifications and technical data may be subject to change without prior notice.

*All prices shown are MSRP (Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price).

Freight/destination, tax, license, title, or other dealer charges and optional or regionally required equipment (e.g., helmet) are excluded. Pricing, standard features, specifications and available equipment are those in effect when the page on which the information appears was produced and are subject to change without notice. Some images may reflect European models. Obey local traffic safety laws and always wear a helmet, appropriate eyewear and proper apparel.

SUZUKI MOTORCYCLE Intruder M1800R

2009-05-04T23:18:00.000-07:00

Intruder M1800R SPECIFICATIONS

Dimensions and Weights
Overall length 2480mm (97.6in)
Overall width 875mm (34.4in)
Overall height 1185mm (46.7in)
Wheelbase 1710mm (67.3in)
Ground Clearance 130mm (5.1in)
Seat height 705mm (27.8in)
Curb Mass 347kg (765lbs)
Fuel Tank 19.5 litres (5.2 US gallons)

Engine
Engine capacity 1783 cm3 (cc)
Type Four stroke, 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 54° V-twin
Bore x Stroke 112.0 mm x 90.5 mm
Compression ratio 10.5 : 1
Ignition Electronic ignition (Transistorised)
Transmission 5-speed constant mesh

Suspension
Front Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear Link type, coil spring, oil damped

Brake
Front Disc, twin
Rear Disc

Tyres Size
Front 130/70R18 M/C 63V tubeless
Rear 240/40R18 M/C 79V tubeless

HONDA MOTORCYCLE Fury 2010

2009-05-03T23:10:00.000-07:00

There's no motorcycle anywhere, on any street, in any garage, that can compare to the new Honda Fury. The high headpipe, the elegant swoop of the bare backbone frame tube and teardrop gas tank, and the tire-hugging fenders gives the Fury some of the cleanest, coolest lines ever created in the cruiser world. The look, the sound, the feel—the Fury is the most unique custom Honda has ever set loose on the motorcycle world.

Specifications
Fury
EngineEngine Type 1312cc liquid-cooled 52° V-twin
Bore And Stroke 89.5mm x 104.3mm
Induction PGM-FI with automatic enricher circuit, one 38mm throttle body
Ignition Digital with three-dimensional mapping, two spark plugs per cylinder
Compression Ratio 9.2:1
Valve Train SOHC; three valves per cylinder

Drive TrainTransmission Five-speed
Final Drive Shaft

Chassis / Suspension / BrakesFront Suspension 45mm fork; 4.0 inches travel
Rear Suspension Single shock with adjustable rebound-damping and five-position spring-preload adjustability; 3.7 inches travel
Front Brake Single 336 mm disc with twin-piston caliper
Rear Brake Single 296 mm disc with single-piston caliper
Front Tire 90/90-21
Rear Tire 200/50-18

DimensionsWheelbase 71.24 inches
Seat Height 26.7 inches
Curb Weight 663 pounds (Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and a full tank of fuel—ready to ride)
Rake 38.0° (Caster Angle)
Trail 3.5 inches
Fuel Capacity 3.4 gallons

OtherEmissions Meets current EPA standards. California version meets current California Air Resources Board (CARB) standards and may differ slightly due to emissions equipment
Available Colors Ultra Blue Metallic, Black, Metallic Silver, Dark Red Metallic, Matte Silver Metallic
Model Id VT13CXA

FACTORY WARRANTY INFORMATIONOne Year Unlimited-mileage limited warranty; extended coverage available with a Honda Protection Plan.

SUZUKI MOTORCYCLE Bandit 650/A.

2009-05-03T22:54:00.000-07:00

When you hear the call of freedom, be ready with the total answer: the Suzuki Bandit 650/A. Smooth power from its SDTV fuel-injected 656 cm3 engine.　　
Edgy styling with a futuristic shaped headlight. A well-tuned chassis. Generous adjustability. An antilock braking system is optional. Pleasure is mandatory.

Bandit650/A Features
656cm3 4-cylinder liquid-cooled engine delivering a finely tuned balance of power and torque with smooth, refined throttle response.
The Bandit 650/A styling keeps the symmetrical layout (center-cam-drive), newly black-finished engine exposed for ready admiration.
The double overhead camshafts act directly on bucket tappets for smooth running and positive valve actuation at high revs.
Suzuki Composite Electrochemical Material (SCEM) cylinder plating: promotes heat transfer and ring sealing, reduces blowby and mechanical losses.
Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve (SDTV) fuel injection system effectively enhances smoothness of power delivery.
Automatic Idle Speed Control (ISC) system helps maintain stable idle and improves cold starting.
6-speed transmission, with a hydraulic clutch actuation system designed for easy clutch-lever pull.
Plush front forks with 130mm wheel travel and adjustable spring preload.
Single-shock rear suspension with a progressive, rising-rate link system and adjustable rebound damping and spring preload.
Front brakes with 310mm discs and opposed 4-piston calipers; rear brake with a 240mm disc and a dual-piston caliper.
Antilock Braking System (ABS) monitors brake lever input and wheel speed, and matches stopping power to available traction. (Bandit 650A only)*.
A sharp new design that’s a reflection of the future, headlined by sleeker headlights, newly styled frame covers, a slimmer taillight and newly shaped muffler ends.
Newly designed rearview mirrors and turn-signal lights combine great style with function.
The handlebars can be set in either of two positions, which are 10mm away from each other in line with the forks.
The seat height can be raised or lowered by 20mm, using reversible spacers.
The clutch lever and the front brake lever are both 4-way adjustable, moving them closer to or farther from the handlebars.
Analogue tachometer, LCD digital speedometer, fuel gauge and clock, and gear-position and other indicators, all in a sleek housing.
Edgy, futuristic shaped halogen multireflector headlight.

Specs
Engine Type 4-stroke, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC
Bore x Stroke 65.5 mm x 48.7 mm
Engine Displacement 656 cm3 (cc)
Compression Ratio 11.5 : 1
Ignition Type Electronic ignition (Transistorized)
Starter System Electric
Lubrication System Wet sump
Transmission 6-speed constant mesh
Primary Drive Ratio 1.700 (85/50)
Final Drive Ratio 3.200 (48/15)
Frame Type Double-cradle (High-tensile steel)
Rake/Trail 26 degrees / 108 mm (4.25 in.)
Suspension Front Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped, adjustable spring preload
Rear Link type, coil spring, oil damped, adjustable spring preload and rebound damping
Wheels Front 17M/C x MT3.50
Rear 17M/C x MT5.00
Brakes Front Disc, twin
Rear Disc
Tires Front 120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless
Rear 160/60ZR17M/C (69W), tubeless
Fuel Tank 19 L (5.0 US gal.)
Overall Length 2,145 mm (84.4 in.)
Overall Width 780 mm (30.7 in.)
Overall Height 1,085 -1,095 mm (42.7 - 43.1 in.) 2-way adjustable
Wheelbase 1,470 mm (57.9 in.)
Ground Clearance 135 mm (5.3 in.)
Seat Height 790 - 810 mm (31.1 - 31.9 in.) 2-way adjustable
Curb Mass 244 kg (538 lbs.) (Bandit 650A)
240 kg (529 lbs.) (Bandit 650)

DUCATI MOTORCYCLE 1098 R Bayliss

2009-04-26T05:50:00.000-07:00

Troy Bayliss is a Ducati legend. In celebration of his victory in the 2008 World Superbike Championship aboard the 1098 R, and the end of a career that proudly claims three World Championships aboard three generations of Ducati Superbike, the factory have built a 1098 R Bayliss Limited Edition.

Enjoying exactly the same high specification as the standard 'R' model, the 1098 R Bayliss Limited Edition has a special colour scheme designed by Aldo Drudi and approved by Troy Bayliss himself. The livery, which was used during Troy's final race at Portimao in Portugal, incorporates the key colours of his success. Sporting the famous number '21' on the pearl white nose and side-fairing number plates, the red and white paint scheme uses the dark blue background of the Australian national flag to blend beautifully along the side of the bodywork and into the unpainted carbon fibre stripe along the seat unit. This attention to fine detail is also evident in features like the carbon lower-fairing finished in red, except for aerodynamic recess for the side-stand, which remains natural carbon fibre. A subtle '1098 R Bayliss Limited Edition' graphic on the tail fairing leaves no doubt as to what this magnificent bike is.

The striking design contrasts perfectly against the 5-spoke wheels finished in matte black and additional special features like the carbon fibre heat shield on the exhaust.

The 1098 R Bayliss Limited Edition will be limited to only 500 units and comes with a numbered plaque on the top fork clamp, indicating exactly where in the limited edition the motorcycle was built. The number also corresponds to a numbered commemorative desk-top plaque, beautifully encased for safe keeping and bearing the engraved signatures of Ducati Motor Holding CEO Gabriele Del Torchio and Ducati Corse triple World Superbike Champion, Troy Bayliss.

In addition, the model will be supplied with a full racing exhaust system including 102dB carbon fibre mufflers by Termignoni (strictly for track use only), a dedicated ECU, branded bike cover and rear paddock stand.

What better way to mark the incredible career of Troy Bayliss than by Ducati building the 1098 R Bayliss Limited Edition.

CHASSIS
Frame Tubular steel Trellis frame in ALS 450
Wheelbase 1430mm / 56.3in
Rake 24,5°
Front suspension Ohlins 43mm fully adjustable upside-down fork with TiN
Front wheel travel 120mm / 4.7in
Front brake 2 x 330mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc calipers 4-piston, 2-pad.
Front wheel 5-spoke in forged light alloy 3.50 x 17
Front tyre 120/70 ZR17
Rear suspension Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Ohlins TTXR monoshock with top-out spring. Aluminium single-sided swingarm
Rear wheel travel 127mm / 5in
Rear brake 245mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Rear wheel 5-spoke forged light alloy 6.00 x 17
Rear tyre 190/55 ZR17
Fuel tank capacity 15.5L (of which 4L reserve) / 4.1 US gal (of which 1 US gal reserve)
Weight * 165 kg / 364 lb
Seat height 820mm / 32.2in
Instruments Digital MotoGP derived unit with displays for: Speedometer, rev counter, lap times, time, air temp, coolant temp, battery voltage, A trips, fuel reserve trip, DTC level selected (if activated) scheduled maintenance. Warning lights for: Neutral, turn s
Warranty 2 years unlimited mileage
Body colours (frame/wheels) Bayliss (Red / Black)
Versions Dual seat
* = The weight excludes battery, lubricants and, where applicable, cooling liquid.

ENGINE
Type L-Twin cylinder, 4 valve per cylinder Desmodromic, liquid cooled
Displacement 1198.4cc
Bore x Stroke 106 x 67.9mm
Compression Ratio 12.8:1
Power* 180hp - 132.4kw @ 9750rpm
Torque* 99.1lb-ft 134Nm @ 7750rpm
Fuel injection Marelli electronic fuel injection, elliptical throttle bodies.
Exhaust Lightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and 2 lambda probes. Twin stainless steel and titanium mufflers
Emissions Euro3

TRANSMISSION
Gearbox 6 speed
Ratios 1st 37/15, 2nd 30/17, 3rd 27/20, 4th 24/22, 5th 23/24, 6th 22/25
Primary drive Straight cut gears, Ratio 1.84:1
Final drive Chain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 38
Clutch Dry multiplate with hydraulic control slipper clutch
* = Data calculated using an inertia dynamometer

DUCATI MOTORCYCLE STREET FIGHTER

2009-04-25T17:19:00.000-07:00

The Streetfighter S is the first naked sport bike equipped with competition-level traction control as standard equipment.

Accessible from the left-hand switchgear and displayed on the digital instrumentation, Ducati Traction Control (DTC) offers a choice of eight ‘sensitivity levels’, each one programmed with a wheel-spin tolerance matched to progressive riding levels of skill.

When activated, the system analyses front and rear wheel speeds to detect the level of wheel-spin, instantly evaluating the Streetfighter’s ‘dynamic situation’ before administering two types of interaction in varying amounts: ignition retardation and fuel injection cuts.

DTC understands exactly how the Streetfighter is being used. From slow mid-corner acceleration with serious lean angle to high speed corner exits while almost upright, the intelligent system reacts according to each and every situation, enhancing performance and maximising control.

Tech specs
Engine
Type
L-Twin cylinder, 4 valve per cylinder Desmodromic, liquid cooled
Displacement
1099cc
Power
155hp - 114kw @ 9500rpm
Torque
85lb-ft 115Nm @ 9500rpm
Transmission
Clutch
Dry multiplate with hydraulic control
Other info

Warranty
2 years unlimited mileage
Versions
Dual seat
Chassis
Frame
Tubular steel Trellis frame in ALS 450
Rake
25.6°
Rear tyre
190/55 ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Corsa III
Front tyre
120/70 ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Corsa III
Rear brake
245mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Front brake
2 x 330mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc calipers 4-piston, 2-pad

MOTO GUZZI MOTORCYCLE Griso 1200 8V

2009-04-13T19:10:00.000-07:00

Legendary Italian manufacturer Moto Guzzi draws deeply from its country’s rich tradition to give full breadth to its latest creation, the Griso 1200 8V.

This newest addition to the Moto Guzzi line, the Griso 1200 8V has been designed to flourish in the realm of two-wheel beauty and performance; a bold and brash machine that combines old world bloodlines with modern engineering. A harmonious marriage of chrome and satin finished metal, the Griso perpetuates the revered lineage of gorgeous motorcycles that have formed the Guzzi family for more than 85 years.

A striking amalgamation of minimal bodywork, mechanical innovation, and rider comfort, the new Griso is right at home in the land that gave birth to da Vinci, bathed in the same eternally sensual magic that has been the stamp of Italy for centuries. It represents the next generation of motorcycles to emerge from the Moto Guzzi Factory, taking an evolutionary step in engineering while retaining the essence of the brand’s time-honored soul.

Europe Specifications

2009 Moto Guzzi Griso 1200 8V

ENGINE
Type: Four-stroke V 90 twin
Cooling: Air and oil cooled with independent cooling pump
Capacity: 1,151cc
Bore and stroke: 95 x 81.2 mm
Compression ratio: 11:1
Timing diagram (play 1 mm):Intake valve opening 36° before upper TDC. Intake valve closing 62° after lower TDC. Exhaust valve opening 58° before lower TDC. Exhaust valve closing 30° after upper TDC. Measured with rocker arm/valve play of 1.5 mm.
Maximum power output: Over 80.8 kW (110 CV) at 7,500 rpm
Max Torque: Over 108 Nm at 6,400 rpm
Fuel supply/ignition: Multipoint sequential electronic injection, Magneti Marelli IAW 5A phased, alfa-n system; 2 x Ø50 mm throttle bodies with Weber IWP 189 injectors, Lambda probe.
Starter: Electric
Spark plugs: NGK PMR8B (Long Life)
Exhaust system: Stainless steel two-into-one 3-way catalysed with Lambda probe.
Homologation: Euro 3

TRANSMISSION
Gearbox: 6 speed
Gear ratios:
1st 17/38 = 1 : 2.235
2nd 20/34 = 1 : 1.700
3rd 23/31 = 1 : 1.348
4th 26/29 = 1 : 1.115
5th 31/30 = 1 : 0.968
6th 29/25 = 1 : 0.862
Lubrication: Oil bath
Primary drive: Helicoidal gears, ratio 26/35 = 1 : 1.346
Final drive: CA.R.C reactive drive; double universal joint with floating bevel gear, ratio 12/44 = 1 : 3,666
Clutch: Single plate with integrated flexible couplings

FRAME
Frame: High tensile steel tubular twin cradle
Wheelbase: 1,554 mm
Rake: 108 mm
Steering rake: 26.30°
Steering angle: 34°
Front suspension: Upside down Ø 43 mm fully adjustable forks (spring preload and hydraulic for rebound and compression) with mounting for radial calipers.
Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear suspension: Progressive single swingarm, fully adjustable monoshock with separate gas reservoir (spring preload and hydraulic for rebound and compression).
Rear wheel travel: 110 mm
Front brakes: Twin floating 320 mm stainless steel wave discs, radial calipers with 4 opposed pistons.
Rear brakes: Single 282 mm fixed stainless steel disc, floating caliper with 2 parallel pistons.
Wheels: Three-spoked aluminium alloy
Front wheel: 3.50” x 17”
Rear wheel: 5.50” x 17”
Front tyre: 120/70 ZR17”
Rear tyre: 180/55 ZR17”

ELECTRICS
Voltage: 12 V
Battery: 12 V – 18 Ah
Alternator: 12 V – 550 W

DIMENSIONS
Length: 2,260 mm
Width: 830 mm
Height: 1,070 mm
Saddle height: 800 mm
Minimum ground clearance: 185 mm
Dry weight: 222 kg
Fuel tank capacity: 16.7 litres
Reserve: 3.3 litres

BUELL MOTORCYCLE 1125CR

2009-04-13T04:50:00.000-07:00

Introducing the new power-to-weight class leader, the Buell 1125CR. A fearsome blend of superbike performance, sinister styling and wicked attitude, it pushes the boundaries of the naked category. This 21st century, café racer combines a featherweight chassis with a dominating 1125cc liquid-cooled, V-Twin for powerful acceleration in any gear. Add to that its aggressive, sport riding position and precise handling and you’ve got an experience like no other.

Power
1125 Helicon Engine

A Buell exclusive, the powerful Buell Helicon® 1125cc, 72-degree, liquid-cooled, V-Twin engine.
1125cc

Most powerful Buell street engine to date. By not compromising to conform with a race class spec, 1125cc’s gives this engine the right bore and stroke combination to deliver superbike power: 146 Hp. and 82 ft/lbs of torque, with a redline of 10,500 RPM. The broad powerband and seamless torque curve generates hard and fast acceleration from anywhere on the RPM range.
72 degree V-Twin

The look, sound, and feel of a V-Twin engine deliver the character and superior ride experience you expect on a Buell. The 72-degree V-angle creates a compact, efficiently packaged engine and allows additional weight to be distributed to the front of the bike. It also allows for inclusion of an optimum downdraft fuel intake system, thereby lowering the height of the center of gravity as well.
103.3 mm Bore & 67.5 mm Stroke low inertia flywheel

A big bore, short stroke and light flywheel deliver complete power and quick-revving performance.
Finger-Follower Valve Lifters

The Buell Helicon motor's valves are actuated with finger followers and adjusted with shims. Derived from F-1 race technology, finger follower valve actuation reduces friction and permits a quicker valve opening due to reduced weight. Shim replacement is quick and easy due to the unique follower retention system.
Closed loop fuel injection system, DDFI3 EFI 61mm dual throttle bodies

Immediate throttle response in any environment is delivered by the Helicon motor’s closed loop FI system. It provides constant feedback to the ECU based on environment and ensures an efficient mixture control system, resulting in smoother throttle operation and better fuel economy. The 61mm dual throttle bodies allow for superior air intake and optimum engine performance.
Dual Overhead cams with self adjusting chain drive; 4 Valves

The single-cam-per-cylinder chain drive contributes to the engine’s compact design. The intake cam drive is driven by the chain while the exhaust cam is gear driven. It requires less space over the cylinder head than a three-sprocket design, reduces weight and allows the engine to be located in an optimum, forward position.
Magnesium Valve Covers

Durable and lightweight, the magnesium valve covers are another example of how Buell is able to keep the overall weight of the motorcycle extremely low.
Primary balancing with three internal shafts

The dry sump improves power by increasing efficiency, while the integrated oil reservoir at the lower left side of engine keeps the engine compact and fluids low, contributing to mass centralization.
Twin Side-Mounted Radiator Cowlings

Twin radiators are mounted longitudinally within aerodynamic cowlings. The position of the radiator system allows the engine to be positioned forward in the chassis, creating a more optimal weight distribution from front to rear. In addition, the position of the cowlings captures free-flowing air, driving airflow into the cowlings (and away from the rider), directing the air for more efficient engine cooling.
Dry Sump Oiling with integrated oil reservoir located in the lower crankcase

The dry sump improves power by increasing efficiency, while the integrated oil reservoir at the lower left side of engine keeps engine compact and fluids low, contributing to mass centralization.
Compensated Front Sprocket

By placing the compensation function in the transmission output sprocket rather than the wheel sprocket, unsprung weight is reduced, helping to improve handling.
Camshafts

The single-cam-per-cylinder chain-drive contributes to the engine’s compact design. The intake cam drive is driven by the chain while the exhaust cam is gear-driven. It requires less space over the cylinder head than a three-sprocket design, reduces weight and allows the engine to be located further forward.
6-Speed, close-ratio transmission

With lowered final-drive gearing for hard acceleration, the six-speed, close-ratio transmission provides the rider the right gear on any ride and any situation.
Oblique stacked transmission configuration

The Helicon powertrain stacks the primary and secondary drives to yield a more compact overall design. This increases front weight distribution to aid in anti-squat and improve suspension response. It also allows Buell engineers to design a forward placement of swing arm pivot, providing room for a longer swing arm and better overall handling.
Hydraulic Vacuum Assist (HVA) slipper -action clutch

The smooth clutch lever effort and slipper-like action mechanism reduces engine braking during hard deceleration and enhances the overall rider experience.
A 12 Liter Air box

The large, 12-liter airbox is designed to optimize air intake and accommodate a large, easy-to-service air filter.
Ram Air System

Using computational fluid dynamics to optimize the air flow, the RAM air system pressurizes the air box for a performance gain at speeds over 80 mph.

Dimensions U.S. Units Metric Units
Overall Length (5) 80.7 in. 2050 mm
Overall Width (7) 29.3 in. 744 mm
Seat Height (6)
Standard (6) 30.5 in. 775 mm
Low Profile
Ground Clearance (5) 5.43 in. 138 mm
Rake (at steering head) (6) 21.0º 21.0º
Fork Angle (6) 21.0º 21.0º
Lean Angle:
Soft Contact, Right (8) 48º 48º
Soft Contact, Left (8) 48º 48º
Hard Contact, Right (8) 50º 50º
Hard Contact, Left (8) 50º 50º
Trail (6) 3.3 in. 84 mm
Wheelbase (5) 54.5 in. 1385 mm
Tires: (3)
Front Pirelli® Diablo® Corsa III 120/70 ZR-17 Pirelli® Diablo® Corsa III 120/70 ZR-17
Rear Pirelli® Diablo® Corsa III 180/55 ZR-17 Pirelli® Diablo® Corsa III 180/55 ZR-17
Fuel Capacity 5.30 gal. 20.1 L
Reserve Fuel Capacity 0.80 gal. 3.0 L
Fuel Economy (10)
Urban 35.5 MPG N/A
Highway 47.1 MPG N/A
Weight:
Dry 375 lbs. 170 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 850 lbs. 386 kg
Load Capacity: 390 lbs. 177 kg
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Engine U.S. Units Metric Units
Engine Helicon™ liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 72° V-Twin Helicon™ liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 72° V-Twin
Valve Train DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder, finger follower design & shimming DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder, finger follower design & shimming
Bore x Stroke 4.055 in. x 2.658 in. 103.00 mm x 67.50 mm
Displacement 68.7 cu. In. 1125 cc
Compression Ratio 12.3 : 1 12.3 : 1
Fuel Delivery Dual 61 mm down draft throttle bodies, DDFI III fuel injection Dual 61 mm down draft throttle bodies, DDFI III fuel injection
Intake Zero-resistance airbox, pressurized RAM air intake Zero-resistance airbox, pressurized RAM air intake
Exhaust Tuned, tri-pass resonance chamber with integral helmholtz tuning and mass-centralised mounting Tuned, tri-pass resonance chamber with integral helmholtz tuning and mass-centralised mounting
Torque (North America per SAE J607) 82 ft. lbs. / 111 Nm @ 8000 RPM 82 ft. lbs. / 111 Nm @ 8000 RPM
Horsepower (North America per SAE J607) 146 HP @ 9800 RPM 146 HP @ 9800 RPM
Lubrication
Oil Capacity (9) 2.7 qts. 2.6 L
Oil Filtration Disposable cartridge and washable strainer Disposable cartridge and washable strainer
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Drivetrain U.S. Units Metric Units
Primary Drive Helical Gear, 1.806:1 ratio Helical Gear, 1.806:1 ratio
Final Drive (2) Constant path, 14mm pitch aramid-reinforced Veyance® Hibrex® belt with Flexten® Plus technology, 2.815:1 ratio Constant path, 14mm pitch aramid-reinforced Veyance® Hibrex® belt with Flexten® Plus technology, 2.815:1 ratio
Clutch Wet, multi-plate, Hydraulic Vacuum Assist (HVA) slipper – action clutch, hydraulic clutch lever effort Wet, multi-plate, Hydraulic Vacuum Assist (HVA) slipper – action clutch, hydraulic clutch lever effort
Transmission 6-speed, straight cut gears 6-speed, straight cut gears
Gear Ratios
1st 2.462 2.462
2nd 1.750 1.750
3rd 1.381 1.381
4th 1.174 1.174
5th 1.042 1.042
6th 0.960 0.960
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Chassis (3) U.S. Units Metric Units
Frame Black aluminium frame, fuel in frame Black aluminium frame, fuel in frame
Front Forks 47 mm Showa® inverted forks with adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload 47 mm Showa® inverted forks with adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload
Rear Shock Showa® coil-over monoshock with external piggyback reservoir and adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload Showa® coil-over monoshock with external piggyback reservoir and adjustable compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload
Wheels:
Front 6-spoke, ZTL™ cast aluminum 6-spoke, ZTL™ cast aluminum
Diameter 17 in. 431.8 mm
Width 3.5 in. 88.9 mm
Rear 6-spoke, cast aluminium 6-spoke, cast aluminium
Diameter 17 in. 431.8 mm
Width 5.5 in 139.7 mm
Brakes:
Front ZTL2-type brake, 8-piston, 4 pads, fixed caliper, 375 mm single-sided, inside out, stainless steel, floating rotor ZTL2-type brake, 8-piston, 4 pads, fixed caliper, 375 mm single-sided, inside out, stainless steel, floating rotor
Rear Two-piston, direct mount caliper; 240 mm, stainless steel, fixed rotor Two-piston, direct mount caliper; 240 mm, stainless steel, fixed rotor
Suspension Travel:
Front Wheel 4.72 in. 120 mm
Rear Wheel 5.00 in. 127 mm
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Electric U.S. Units Metric Units
Battery (per Battery Council International Rating) Sealed Lead Acid, maintenance-free, 12-volt, 12 amp-hour (per Battery Council International rating), 200 cca.
Charging 37-amp, permanent magnet, three-phase alternator with solid-state regulator (520W peak power) 37-amp, permanent magnet, three-phase alternator with solid-state regulator (520W peak power)
Starting 900W electric with one-way clutch 900W electric with one-way clutch
Lights (as per country regulation):
Headlamp Three-bulb headlamp with daylight running mode. 55 watt low beam (one (H7) 55 watt bulb), 110 watt high beam (one additional (H7) 55 watt bulb), 5 watt position lamp Three-bulb headlamp with daylight running mode. 55 watt low beam (one (H7) 55 watt bulb), 110 watt high beam (one additional (H7) 55 watt bulb), 5 watt position lamp
Tail/Stop Lights 5W/21W 5W/21W
Turn Signal Lights LED manual canceling LED manual canceling
License Plate Light 5W 5W
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Style/Comfort U.S. Units Metric Units
Instruments Instrument cluster with ODIS (Onboard Diagnostic Information System) featuring analog tachometer with integrated shift light, digital speedometer on LED display, odometer, ODIS service code display, 4-digit security system with ignition immoboliser, lap timer (records up to 99 lap times) and splits, ambient air temperature, coolant temperature, gear indicator, average and instanteous fuel consumption, miles to next service display, low fuel (plus miles traveled on reserve); high beam, neutral, turn signals; clock Instrument cluster with ODIS (Onboard Diagnostic Information System) featuring analog tachometer with integrated shift light, digital speedometer on LED display, odometer, ODIS service code display, 4-digit security system with ignition immoboliser, lap timer (records up to 99 lap times) and splits, ambient air temperature, coolant temperature, gear indicator, average and instanteous fuel consumption, miles to next service display, low fuel (plus miles traveled on reserve); high beam, neutral, turn signals; clock
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Colors (4) U.S. Units Metric Units
Midnight Black; Racing Red Midnight Black; Racing Red

BUELL MOTORCYCLE Ulysses® Police XB12XP

2009-03-18T19:10:00.000-07:00

Based on the versatile Buell Ulysses adventure sportbike, the Ulysses Police features long-travel suspension, generous ground clearance and aggressive tires that allow it to tackle roads too rough or narrow for confident travel in an automobile or on a traditional police motorcycle. On smooth pavement, the Ulysses Police is an agile sport motorcycle. The Ulysses Police can also accommodate a passenger. Available for order through Buell dealers as of Tuesday, May 27 2008, production of the 2009 Ulysses Police is scheduled to begin in August 2008.

Special features of the Ulysses Police include hard-shell top and side cases, each removable and lockable. The side cases are narrower than the standard Ulysses accessory side cases, allowing for more clearance in tight situations. On the Ulysses Police model, the Buell Triple Tail system functions as a luggage rack with tie-down hooks over the rear seat position, or as a cushioned passenger backrest with grab rails. A tall windshield, heated hand grips, and handlebar deflectors are also standard equipment. An available emergency response kit provides a siren and an LED lighting package in three different color configurations (Red/Blue, Red/Red, or Blue/Blue).

The Ulysses Police is powered by an air/oil/fan-cooled, fuel-injected Buell Thunderstorm 1203cc V-Twin engine that delivers 103 peak horsepower. This engine’s broad powerband and abundant torque gives the Ulysses the ability to proceed at lower speeds over uneven or unpaved roads with less gear shifting, and to deliver instant bursts of acceleration. The Ulysses Police has an EPA fuel mileage rating of 51 mpg urban/64 mpg highway*. A Veyance Hibrex final drive belt with Flexten Plus technology is durable and never needs adjustment or lubrication.

Premium Showa front and rear suspension is fully adjustable. Rear spring preload can be adjusted for passenger and gear weight simply by turning a dial located below the left side of the seat. Suspension travel is 6.5 inches in front and 6.4 inches at the rear. Ground clearance is 6.75 inches.

The Ulysses Police features a 4.4-gallon fuel reservoir integrated into the aluminum frame. The lower center of mass achieved by carrying fuel in the frame, rather than in a tank located high on top of the frame, enhances rider confidence on and off pavement. The muffler is located below the engine to further lower the center of gravity and centralize mass for improved handling in all situations. Low unsprung weight helps keep the tires in contact with uneven road surfaces for improved control. The 17-inch, six-spoke, reinforced cast-aluminum wheels feature a durable rim design, and Pirelli Scorpion Sync tires deliver good traction on paved and unpaved roads. A dual front fender system provides debris protection for the rider and the bike.

The Ulysses Police will be offered in two color choices: Birch White and Midnight Black.

Buell Thunderstorm 1203 V-Twin engine
103 peak hp @ 6800 rpm (per SAE J607)
84 ft. lbs. peak torque @ 6000 rpm (per SAE J607)
Buell InterActive Exhaust
DDFI 3 Electronic Fuel Injection ECM
Eight-row oil cooler with Jiffy-tite fittings
Dry Weight: 480 pounds fully up-fitted with Emergency Lighting Kit
Wheelbase: 54 inches (unladen)
Pirelli Scorpion Sync tires
Fully adjustable 47mm Showa inverted fork
Fully adjustable Showa rear shock absorber with remote reservoir
Buell ZTL front brake
Double front fender design
Veyance Hibrex drive belt with Flexten Plus technology
Quick-release tall windscreen
Frame pucks
Handlebar deflectors
Triple Tail System (tailrack/backrest)
4.4 gallon fuel capacity
Functional tool kit
2 x 12v. power outlets
Heated hand grips
Police-specific wiring harness
Siren and LED pursuit light package (LED lighting options include Red/Red, Red/Blue, and Blue/Blue)
Removable top and side cases
Birch White and Midnight Black

2009 Moto Guzzi Motorcycle V7 Classic

2009-02-22T02:13:00.000-08:00

In 1967, the motorcycle market reeled in shock at the appearance of the first Italian maxi motorcycle: Created by the legendary Giulio Cesare Carcano, the Moto Guzzi V7 marked the debut of the transverse V90 twin-cylinder 703 cc engine that set a record at that time. The V7 was enthusiastically acclaimed by the press and public. This success helped the worldwide promotion of Moto Guzzi’s image as manufacturers of an exclusive, elegant, comfortable and above all, highly reliable motorcycle.
For many people, owning a V7 was one of the most important things in their lives. It left them with unforgettable memories that reminded them of their younger days, of friends and of journeys made together and made that time perhaps one of the highest points in Moto Guzzi’s history. After a further forty years of success and, as part of Moto Guzzi’s worldwide relaunch project, the flame of creativity shines brightly once more in the new V7 Classic. The V7 has character to spare and is a superb interpretation of the fundamental beauty of the original V7 but this time incorporating all the latest technology that was unavailable to its predecessor.

The new machine is fully up-to-date with its equipment levels, frame engineering and 750cc Euro 3 engine. The V7 Classic brings to mind the late 60s with the line of the tank that nestles comfortably on the tubular frame and runs back to meet the saddle. This, in turn, is perfectly flat and blends in gracefully with the rear mudguard. The side panels house the same stowage compartments that so stylishly set off the side view of the original machine.

Times gone by can also be seen in the gleaming chrome finish on the exhaust system, the shock absorbers, rear light cluster, front headlight and comfortable handlebars. Just as on its predecessor, the wheels too are spoked and shod with high profile sports tyres. The instrument panel houses analogue dials with suitably “dated” graphics.

Although the V7 Classic is somewhat smaller than other Moto Guzzis, it is ideally suited for carrying pillion passengers with a comfortable saddle, convenient handholds and well positioned footpegs. The Classic is easy to ride, instinctive and creates a feeling of confidence right from the first time you climb aboard. The manageable size and excellent riding position are perfect for both town use and longer mixed journeys. Owners will no doubt have to answer countless questions from curious onlookers about the white machine they are riding when it looks just an original 1969 V 7 Special …

FEATURES:

The V7 Classic originally won the heart of the public with its essential beauty that was formed by simple straight lines embellished by chrome decorations. Inspired by Moto Guzzis from the 70s, the V7 Classic is a sort of hybrid of the various V7s. Some of it comes from the luxurious Special (1969) like its chrome and decorations and some from the Sport (1972) from which it takes its tank.

Other components that are symbols of a different era complete the picture like the spoked wheels, the cigar shaped silencers and the flat quilted saddle. The instruments resemble the famed white-faced Veglia Borletti ones from the past that now contrast so well with the new black colour scheme and gold graphics.

Engine
Type 90° V-Twin, 4 strokes
Cylinders Aluminium alloy with Gilnisil treatment
Pistons forged with 2 inner liner and 1 oil control ring
Cooling system air cooled
Displacement 744 cc
Bore and stroke 80x74 mm
Compression ratio 9,6:1
Timing system 2 overhead valves with light alloy push-rod
Fuel system Weber-Marelli electric injection
Starting system electric
exhaust 3 ways catalyzed with sonda Lambda

Transmission
Gearbox 5 speeds
Lubrification by lobes with pressure pump
circuit capacity: 1,78 kg
oil: 5W/40
Primary drive by helical gears, ratio: 16/21=1 : 1,3125
Secondary drive shaft drive, ratio 8/33=1 : 4,825
Clutch single disc, dry, with cush drive

Chassis
Frame detachable tubular duplex cradle in special
high-strengh steel
Front suspension Marzocchi hydraulic telescopic fork, ? 40 mm
Front wheel travel 130 mm
Rear suspension swinging arm in light cast alloy with two
dampers, preload adjustable
Rear wheel travel 118 mm
Braking system Brembo Serie Oro
Front brake single stainless steel floating disc, ? 320 mm,
with 4 piston calipers
Rear brake single steel disc, ? 260 mm
Wheels: spoke light alloy
Front rim 3"x17"
Rear rim 3,50"x17"

Tires
Front 110/70 17 54 H
Rear 130/80 17 65 H

Dimensions
Dry weight 182 Kg