Suzuki Thunder 125 come with 125cc of engine displacement, it's mean, The Little "Suzuki Thunder 125" beginner touring motor bike was added by Suzuki motorcycles. Suzuki thunder 125 come with touring motor bike, off course i don't know the real style it but it seem like another touring bike.Suzuki Thinder 125 Black
Suzuki Thunder 125 Specification :
Overall Length 1945 mm
Overall Width 735 mm
Friday, December 31, 2010
2011 Yamaha Super Tenere First Ride
2011 Yamaha Super Tenere is assuredly on US shores…almost. Yamaha hosted moto-journalists afresh in admirable Sedona, Arizona, area we were able to put the Tenere through its paces on paved anchorage and dirt. The new chance tourer fast became a admired of RoadBike Editor Steve Lita. Upright ergos and an all-day adequate bench accumulated with acceptable wind aegis and a absolute apparatus console to accomplish the ride go by quick. The Tenere (pronounced TEN-aray) has ABS, adjustable absorption control, and two drive modes; Sport and Tour. Put a drop bottomward at your bounded Yamaha banker today and you could be one of the aboriginal to accept his Super Tenere back they alpha accession in the US in May of 2011. Read all about it in the March 2011 affair of RoadBike, area you can additionally access our Caption Contest to win the analogous Tenere Casio Watch.
2011 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 First Photo
The new Kawasaki Ninja 1000 has sportbike attitude and clarification with a real-world, comfortable, sit-up basement position. Mounting a set of bendable bags, I adapted the 3-position windshield to its accomplished ambience and took off afterwards the US columnist barrage in Mill Valley, CA and spent three added canicule benumbed about littoral California. 1000 afar later, I had a boatload of abundant pictures and a abundant consequence of the powerful, adventurous ride.
Thursday, December 30, 2010
American Chopper modificacion 2011
The American Chopper guys accept advised a NASA Tribute Bike themed about NASA’s Space Shuttle. The bike has been advised in such a way that alike the tiny capacity weren’t abandoned which is what makes this bike so cool. The gas catchbasin is shuttle shaped and the bankrupt pipes admonish you of the Space Shuttle Main Engines. The airbrush address active on the bike is aloof fantastic. You could alike acquisition the miniature-orbiting shuttle ’spinners’ on the wheels. If alone the celebrities in the American Chopper episodes were a little amiable, the bike would accept got a lot added publicity.
Honda Supra X 125 R CW
Here is one of Supra X 125 series, that's all right,it's Honda Supra X 125 R CW. Honda Supra X 125 series has more than one series, they are Supra X 125 D, Supra X 125 R (cw) and also Honda Supra X 125 pgm-fi (injection). So.. first.. let see about Honda Supra X 125 R CW with no injection technology series. Honda Supra X 125R CW is 125cc of engine displacement and also 4 stroke, SOHC and air cooling system motorcycles from Honda. For more safety riding, Honda has included the dual disk brakes system on Supra X 125 R CW series, one on the front and another on the back side. Today, Supra X 125 has more colors available, if I look it more closed, the design is great and almost perfect for underbone series under 150cc. Supra X 125 series is one of most popular motorcycle from Honda.
Honda Supra X 125 R CW Specs :
Length X width X height: 1889 x 702 x 1094 mm
Wheelbase: 1242 mm
Lowest distance to the ground: 138 mm
Empty weight: 105kg / 103 (Type Spoke)
Type of order: The backbone
Type front suspension: Telescopic
This type of rear suspension: swing arm and dual shock absorbers
Front tire size: 70/90 - 17M / C 38P
Rear tire size: 80/90 - 17M / C 44P
Brakes front: double-piston disc
Rear brake: disc single piston / Tromol (Type Spoke) <- good !!
Fuel tank capacity: 3.7 liters
Engine type: 4 stroke, SOHC, air cooling
Diameter x measures: 52.4 x 57.9 mm
Volume measures: 124.8 cc
Comparison of compression: 9.0: 1
Maximum power: 9.3 PS / 7500 rpm <- enough for daily ride
Maximum Torque: 1.03 kgf.m / 4000 rpm
Engine lubricating oil capacity: 0.7 liter in the periodic replacement
Auto Clutch: Automatic centrifugal
Dental transmission: Speed fixed mesh
Pattern transfer gear: N-1-2-3-4-N (rotary)
Starter: Pedal and electric
Battery: 12 V - 3.5 Ah
Spark plugs: ND U20EPR9 / NGK CPR6EA-9
Ignition System: carburator - DC CDI
(reference and translated from: astra honda)
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-RR
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-RR
(Kawasaki Ninja ZX-RR MotoGP)Here is the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-RR Information:
The Ninja ZX-RR is a race bike from Kawasaki, which was raced in the MotoGP world championship. The bike made its debut towards the end of the 2002 MotoGP season with riders Australia's Andrew Pitt and the Japan's Akira Yanagawa. In 2004, Shinya Nakano joined the team and managed to get ZX-RR's first podium with a third place at the Japanese Grand Prix. In 2005, Olivier Jacque scored a second place at the Chinese Grand Prix. The next year Nakano finished second at the Dutch TT. In 2007, Randy de Puniet scored a second place at the Japanese Grand Prix. In 2008, it was ridden by John Hopkins and Anthony West(pic & reference :wikipedia).
Kawasaki Ninja 150 RR
Kawasaki Ninja 150 RR is better than other bike, you know that kawasaki ninja 150 RR is fastest motorcycles in some country in Asia, this is because "Kawasaki Ninja 150 RR" is two stroke motorcycle, with great performance and beauty looks appears, Kawasaki ninja 150 RR still in the front line up of fastest motorcycles. If you never know about kawasaki ninja 150 rr, this bike is 150cc 2-stroke motorcycles, with one part that can make this bike running more fast !! that's super kips part on kawasaki ninja 150 rr engine.
I have one funny story about kawasaki ninja 150 RRowner,. He is my brother, He said that if you running on the small cc bike, when you ride it at 80 kmh, you can feel not comfortable, but if you running more than 100 kmh with kawasaki ninja 150 rr, you can't fell anything and still comfortable.. wow.. it's funny ha.. ha.. i can't imaging and feel running on the bike more that 110kmh ...
Yamaha Xeon 125 CC
PT Yamaha Motor Kencana Indonesia (YMKI), Yamaha's sole agent in the country will launch its latest product that is automatic scooter Yamaha Xeon 125 cc May 2010 this. Yamaha will certainly strengthen the scooter segment compared to the other like a review about the Honda Scoopy yesterday. The launch took place
simultaneously in three cities, namely Jakarta, Surabaya and Bali, at the same time using teleconferencing technology. Price Yamaha Xeon dibanderol approximately 15.5 million. Booking this motor can be made online by accessing www.yamaha-motor.co.id/xeon.Production preparation has been done by the PT Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Indonesia (YMMI) with the production license type named Xeon 44D dated March 19, 2010. The presence of Xeon 125 cc model which entered the premium segment, complementing the Yamaha scooter product line, in addition to Mio and Mio Soul. "Xeon targeted market segment is different from duo Mio. Xeon product targeting the young consumer who likes performance and speed. We expect to further strengthen the presence Xeon Yamaha domination of the world automatic (motor scooter).
There are several advantages of the Yamaha 125 cc Xeon. Besides stylis, Xeon dilengakpi also excellent feature that is DiAsil Cylinder. The technology serves to keep the engine condition remained stable while driving. In addition, more economical fuel consumption and resistance to friction is greater. Another advantage is that most brand-new generation of piston engines in the range of automatic scooter Yamaha was using forged pistons. "The piston was made by forging process, making it more robust, lightweight and durable.
While in the process of combustion, Xeon equipped throttle position sensor technology. The device serves to set the ignition timing of spark plugs. As a result, the combustion process is also running perfectly. Meanwhile, for setting the temperature to remain stable Xeon equipped with a radiator that uses a liquid coolant. With a series of innovations in engine technology that, then the Yamaha using the tagline extraordinary performance, powerful, sporty, and stylish for the Xeon.
In Thailand, the scooter is named Mio 125 and had just launched earlier this year with a kitchen runway with 124 cc, 4 stroke SOHC, equipped with water cooling system. Even at launch, the duo Yamaha MotoGP rider Valentino Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo, had carried off to the Land of White Elephants.
Honda CBR 250 R | Engine Design
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2011 CBR250R Engine
The 2011 Honda CBR250R motorcycle engine development took shape by aiming at a global single-cylinder design; a next-generation four-stroke liquid-cooled powerplant that would deliver torquey performance not only at low engine speeds but also in the high-rpm range, while still being smooth-running beginners motorcycle.
Being a global motorcycle, the 250cc economical operation in terms of fuel efficiency and simple servicing was also a stated Honda characteristic. In addition, Honda wanted the lightweight CBR250R engine to be compact dimensions would set the stage for beginning motorcycle rider handling characteristics.
Honda selected a dual overhead camshaft layout as the valve actuation system. The DOHC designs improve combustion efficiency by reducing the weight of the reciprocating portion of the valves.
This design also allowed Honda motorcycle engineers freedom in choosing the included valve angle, the port shape, and the shape of the combustion chamber. In addition, the choice of a DOHC configuration contributed to improved product appeal as a CBR sportbike.
The 2011 CBR250R valve train, has a roller rocker arm that was adopted in combination with the DOHC engine configuration, a-world-first application that has been patented by Honda. This unique combination produces a low-friction valve train with a smaller cylinder head and an ultra-compact layout for the roller rocker arm.
The choice of a shim design for valve tappet adjustment reduced the rocker arm weight, while internal engine friction was further reduced by setting the valve spring load to a low level. For ease of maintenance and reduced operating costs, the CBR250R valve shims can be replaced for valve adjustment maintenance without removing the camshafts.
This Honda CBR 250 R design also allowed the engineers the freedom to incorporate a pent-roof combustion chamber with a narrow included valve angle for enhanced combustion characteristics.
To reduce the flow of blow-by gasses and minimize oil consumption, a spiny sleeve design was adopted for the Honda cylinder sleeve. Small spines have been added to the outer surface of the cylinder sleeve to improve CBR250R cooling performance and help reduce distortion of the cylinder inner shape.
In addition, centrifugal casting allows a thin, uniform wall thickness, which helps reduce the weight of the motorcycle. For emissions reductions, an O2 sensor is combined with the built-in air injection (AI) system, and a catalyzer is fitted inside the exhaust pipe to comply with emissions standards.
To enhance motorcycle engine performance, a very over-square, short-stroke 250cc engine (bore x stroke: 76mm x 55mm) was chosen to improve responsiveness. The resulting bore and stroke are commensurate to those of the CBR 1000 RR, Honda's superbike.
The 30mm intake valves are a mere half-millimeter smaller in diameter than those used in the CBR1000RR, while the 24mm diameters of the exhaust valves match exactly between the two bikes.
To reduce reciprocating weight and friction, the Honda CBR250R piston carries a very short skirt and features a slick molybdenum coating. Friction was further reduced by creating light striations on the piston to facilitate retention of lubricating engine oil, lowering the tension of the piston rings, and applying a smooth, shot-peen-hardened finish to the piston pin.
Another slick bit of Honda CBR250R design work further reduces engine friction: The cylinder centerline is offset from the center of the crankshaft 4mm toward the exhaust side. Doing so reduces the lateral resistance generated between the piston and the cylinder during the power stroke. It's a small increment, but the design element yields stated benefits.
To boost the CBR250R power output from low- through high-rpm ranges, Honda improved charging efficiency by straightening flow pathways from the air cleaner to the exhaust pipe. The motorcycle valve stems have been made thin (4.5mm) so as to not impede intake and exhaust flow, although valve diameters are large for both sets of valves.
This CBR250R valve design is coupled with a wide opening angle and a high-lift cam to improve intake/exhaust efficiency. To achieve output characteristics that are easy to handle at low speed and smooth rev-up at high rpm, the intake/exhaust systems were thoroughly analyzed and tested to adopt the ideal port/pipe length and diameter.
In designing the CBR250R crankshaft, no efforts were spared to reduce weight in order to lower the inertial mass while achieving additional weight reduction in the connecting rod. This new-generation crankshaft helps create an engine full of high-quality feel while maintaining high output.
First, a metal bearing (half-split, press-fit) was chosen for the crank journal for the first time on a Honda single-cylinder motorcycle. A cast-iron bushing was selected for the crank bearing section in order to improve the rigidity of the crankcase housing and control changes in the crank journal's oil clearance arising from thermal expansion, while improving engine quietness.
Selection of a built-up -type crankshaft allows the big end of the connecting rod to use a low-friction roller bearing, and the optimal crank web shape was realized as a result of a computer analysis of strength and rigidity.
To reduce motorcycle engine vibration, a primary balancer shaft is incorporated into this cutting-edge CBR250R single-cylinder engine. It's placed so close to the crankshaft that the balancer weight passes between the two crank weights-a design that keeps the motorcycle engine compact, while helping improve mass centralization.
Also, the 2011 Honda CBR250R motorcycle crankshaft rigidity is enhanced further and quietness is improved by placing the engine counterbalancer's driving gear on the right cover inside the clutch housing-a design that narrows the distance between the left/right crank bearings and efficiently places a load-bearing ball bearing at the tip of the crankshaft's right side.
The 2011 Honda CBR250R motorcycle engine development took shape by aiming at a global single-cylinder design; a next-generation four-stroke liquid-cooled powerplant that would deliver torquey performance not only at low engine speeds but also in the high-rpm range, while still being smooth-running beginners motorcycle.
Being a global motorcycle, the 250cc economical operation in terms of fuel efficiency and simple servicing was also a stated Honda characteristic. In addition, Honda wanted the lightweight CBR250R engine to be compact dimensions would set the stage for beginning motorcycle rider handling characteristics.
Honda selected a dual overhead camshaft layout as the valve actuation system. The DOHC designs improve combustion efficiency by reducing the weight of the reciprocating portion of the valves.
This design also allowed Honda motorcycle engineers freedom in choosing the included valve angle, the port shape, and the shape of the combustion chamber. In addition, the choice of a DOHC configuration contributed to improved product appeal as a CBR sportbike.
The 2011 CBR250R valve train, has a roller rocker arm that was adopted in combination with the DOHC engine configuration, a-world-first application that has been patented by Honda. This unique combination produces a low-friction valve train with a smaller cylinder head and an ultra-compact layout for the roller rocker arm.
The choice of a shim design for valve tappet adjustment reduced the rocker arm weight, while internal engine friction was further reduced by setting the valve spring load to a low level. For ease of maintenance and reduced operating costs, the CBR250R valve shims can be replaced for valve adjustment maintenance without removing the camshafts.
This Honda CBR 250 R design also allowed the engineers the freedom to incorporate a pent-roof combustion chamber with a narrow included valve angle for enhanced combustion characteristics.
To reduce the flow of blow-by gasses and minimize oil consumption, a spiny sleeve design was adopted for the Honda cylinder sleeve. Small spines have been added to the outer surface of the cylinder sleeve to improve CBR250R cooling performance and help reduce distortion of the cylinder inner shape.
In addition, centrifugal casting allows a thin, uniform wall thickness, which helps reduce the weight of the motorcycle. For emissions reductions, an O2 sensor is combined with the built-in air injection (AI) system, and a catalyzer is fitted inside the exhaust pipe to comply with emissions standards.
To enhance motorcycle engine performance, a very over-square, short-stroke 250cc engine (bore x stroke: 76mm x 55mm) was chosen to improve responsiveness. The resulting bore and stroke are commensurate to those of the CBR 1000 RR, Honda's superbike.
The 30mm intake valves are a mere half-millimeter smaller in diameter than those used in the CBR1000RR, while the 24mm diameters of the exhaust valves match exactly between the two bikes.
To reduce reciprocating weight and friction, the Honda CBR250R piston carries a very short skirt and features a slick molybdenum coating. Friction was further reduced by creating light striations on the piston to facilitate retention of lubricating engine oil, lowering the tension of the piston rings, and applying a smooth, shot-peen-hardened finish to the piston pin.
Another slick bit of Honda CBR250R design work further reduces engine friction: The cylinder centerline is offset from the center of the crankshaft 4mm toward the exhaust side. Doing so reduces the lateral resistance generated between the piston and the cylinder during the power stroke. It's a small increment, but the design element yields stated benefits.
To boost the CBR250R power output from low- through high-rpm ranges, Honda improved charging efficiency by straightening flow pathways from the air cleaner to the exhaust pipe. The motorcycle valve stems have been made thin (4.5mm) so as to not impede intake and exhaust flow, although valve diameters are large for both sets of valves.
This CBR250R valve design is coupled with a wide opening angle and a high-lift cam to improve intake/exhaust efficiency. To achieve output characteristics that are easy to handle at low speed and smooth rev-up at high rpm, the intake/exhaust systems were thoroughly analyzed and tested to adopt the ideal port/pipe length and diameter.
In designing the CBR250R crankshaft, no efforts were spared to reduce weight in order to lower the inertial mass while achieving additional weight reduction in the connecting rod. This new-generation crankshaft helps create an engine full of high-quality feel while maintaining high output.
First, a metal bearing (half-split, press-fit) was chosen for the crank journal for the first time on a Honda single-cylinder motorcycle. A cast-iron bushing was selected for the crank bearing section in order to improve the rigidity of the crankcase housing and control changes in the crank journal's oil clearance arising from thermal expansion, while improving engine quietness.
Selection of a built-up -type crankshaft allows the big end of the connecting rod to use a low-friction roller bearing, and the optimal crank web shape was realized as a result of a computer analysis of strength and rigidity.
To reduce motorcycle engine vibration, a primary balancer shaft is incorporated into this cutting-edge CBR250R single-cylinder engine. It's placed so close to the crankshaft that the balancer weight passes between the two crank weights-a design that keeps the motorcycle engine compact, while helping improve mass centralization.
Also, the 2011 Honda CBR250R motorcycle crankshaft rigidity is enhanced further and quietness is improved by placing the engine counterbalancer's driving gear on the right cover inside the clutch housing-a design that narrows the distance between the left/right crank bearings and efficiently places a load-bearing ball bearing at the tip of the crankshaft's right side.
Aprilia RSV4: Ilmberger Carbon
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Superbike Parts
Ilmberger Carbonparts has just announced the release of new high-quality carbon fiber motorcycle parts for the Aprilia RSV4.
Aprilia RSV4 motorcycle owners, ready to further celebrate Max Biaggi's World SBK Championship, can now complement their superbikes with a full-line of carbon fiber from a leader in the field, Ilmberger Carbonparts.
Created by Julius Ilmberger, the parts company has been producing high quality carbon fiber for other motorcycle brands since 1990, and now the RSV4 gets twelve special parts that covers the mild to the wild.
The Bavarian carbon fiber specialists have crafted this line of parts, from heel protectors to complete body work, so you can make your Aprilia RSV4 lighter, stronger and more attractive.
Ilmberger ensures outstanding quality by producing all parts from 100 percent pre-preg carbon in an autoclave, and finishing them with a clear powder coating superior to paint in scratch resistance and blocking harmful UV rays.
They also make the original equipment (OEM) for top-of-the-line MV Agusta, Aprilia, and Ducati motorcycles that come from the factories with carbon components.
The latest products serve to widen Ilmberger's line-up even further, which now includes some of the nicest carbon fiber for Aprilia, BMW, Buell, Ducati, Harley Davidson, Honda, Kawasaki, MV Agusta, and Suzuki.
All Ilmberger Carbon motorcycle parts are meant for street use and are EU certified street legal. Order and U.S. contact info as well as further information are found online at
Ilmberger Carbonparts has just announced the release of new high-quality carbon fiber motorcycle parts for the Aprilia RSV4.
Aprilia RSV4 motorcycle owners, ready to further celebrate Max Biaggi's World SBK Championship, can now complement their superbikes with a full-line of carbon fiber from a leader in the field, Ilmberger Carbonparts.
Created by Julius Ilmberger, the parts company has been producing high quality carbon fiber for other motorcycle brands since 1990, and now the RSV4 gets twelve special parts that covers the mild to the wild.
The Bavarian carbon fiber specialists have crafted this line of parts, from heel protectors to complete body work, so you can make your Aprilia RSV4 lighter, stronger and more attractive.
Ilmberger ensures outstanding quality by producing all parts from 100 percent pre-preg carbon in an autoclave, and finishing them with a clear powder coating superior to paint in scratch resistance and blocking harmful UV rays.
They also make the original equipment (OEM) for top-of-the-line MV Agusta, Aprilia, and Ducati motorcycles that come from the factories with carbon components.
The latest products serve to widen Ilmberger's line-up even further, which now includes some of the nicest carbon fiber for Aprilia, BMW, Buell, Ducati, Harley Davidson, Honda, Kawasaki, MV Agusta, and Suzuki.
All Ilmberger Carbon motorcycle parts are meant for street use and are EU certified street legal. Order and U.S. contact info as well as further information are found online at
Vario Matic Modification Low Rider From Jakarta
Modification Honda Vario Low Rider Jakarta to have the coolest new tamilan monopoly modifmania not just big cities. In Madiun, East Java, Donny Dwi Budianto of 73 Motor Honda Vario 2007 remodel his property until he could''aka''bodinya jig up and down like on MODIF car.
Donny aka Modern MEFRIK apply concepts, aesthetic, functional, Rational, Innovation, and Creative at berlambang skubek packed wing. The most prominent and practically MODIF breakthrough in 2009 that the use of air suspension (water-sus), which makes the body can rise and fall as many have been adopted in the modification of cars in the country.
"It's like a big-matic trends in Japan," said Donny. To be able to operate a water-sus, it uses 550 psi pressure compressor. To shockbreaker used hydraulic diameter 4 cm, which is used on the car door.
Because funsgi shock just to go up and down the body, then add the shock Donny placed under the saddle near the bay front shield. Functions, in addition to compress and rebound adjust, as well as to stabilize the body. To operate the water-sus, using two buttons placed at the center stabilizer.
Another breakthrough from Donny, consider the shock front. He dared to adopt a monoshock. "The work itself using the pipe and the model as in Vespa," he explained. In order for a custom look, the fiber was wrapped and given the chrome.
Not only that. Look at the lights. Home disposable Honda Airblade and mica lamps have an advantage, the inside-custom disposable projector models from the headlights. Meanwhile, LED lights dusk already apply.
As for the behind the creation of 73 motors. Pointy shape following the stern line with multi-LED lights. There is also the brake lights and Sein.
MV Agusta F3
When it comes to understanding motorcycles, Italians perhaps do it better than any other nation. So when attendees at last month’s EICMA show in Milan were polled to find the “Most Beautiful Bike,” MV Agusta’s F3 was the easy winner, pulling in an extra 18 percentage points over the runner-up Ducati Diavel.
It only takes a short glance at the F3 to realize it’s something special. Its chiseled styling makes for an immediately positive first impression, which is then underlined by a sexy single-sided swingarm and one of the coolest exhaust systems ever, a triple-pipe shorty outlet that is a symphony of design.
Symphonic, too, should be the sound of the 675cc three-cylinder engine at full song. We’re huge fans of Triumph’s 675 Triple, both its sound and character, so we’ve got some high expectations for MV’s version.
“I think the Triumph is such an excellent performer, and so a bike of the same displacement and intent from legendary maker MV Agusta could have as much or more potential as the Triumph,” Pete comments. “Bonus to the forthcoming F3 is MV’s promise of traction control for the sleek-looking Italian Triple.”
Honda CB1000R
We love naked bikes around here. Their combination of sporty handling and power combined with day-to-day livable ergonomics ticks most of our boxes of what we look for from a motorcycle. The aforementioned Tuono is a good example, as is Kawasaki’s recent Z1000.
With that in mind, we’re sure to enjoy Honda’s CB1000R, even if it’s been available since 2008 across the Atlantic badged as the Hornet. Its edgy and futuristic appearance looks advanced without being too outlandish. Its engine is derived from the previous CBR1000RR, detuned with smaller throttle bodies and lower compression to yield a claimed 123 crankshaft horsepower at 10,000 rpm, nearly matching the output of Kawasaki’s Z1000 and Ninja 1000 siblings.
Despite the 1000R’s retuned motor, it is no slow poke. Our Canadian correspondent says it was still pulling at an indicated 150 mph when he sampled it on a racetrack earlier this year. The CB’s chassis behavior was also judged to be good, as it uses an aluminum frame, a fully adjustable 43mm inverted fork, and a shock adjustable for rebound damping and spring preload.
“Turn-in is quick enough to give the impression we were riding a middleweight roadster,” reported our Canuck tester.
The CB1000R will arrive in American dealers this spring at a $10,999 MSRP. CBs destined for the U.S. will have standard radial-mount brakes, while Canadian versions will ship only with Honda’s Combined ABS, retailing for CDN$13,999 up north.
“The bike ought to be a tremendously versatile, fun machine able to do anything from sport touring to track days,” Jeff predicts. “It ought to be a great model, and give a fight back to Kawasaki.”
With that in mind, we’re sure to enjoy Honda’s CB1000R, even if it’s been available since 2008 across the Atlantic badged as the Hornet. Its edgy and futuristic appearance looks advanced without being too outlandish. Its engine is derived from the previous CBR1000RR, detuned with smaller throttle bodies and lower compression to yield a claimed 123 crankshaft horsepower at 10,000 rpm, nearly matching the output of Kawasaki’s Z1000 and Ninja 1000 siblings.
Despite the 1000R’s retuned motor, it is no slow poke. Our Canadian correspondent says it was still pulling at an indicated 150 mph when he sampled it on a racetrack earlier this year. The CB’s chassis behavior was also judged to be good, as it uses an aluminum frame, a fully adjustable 43mm inverted fork, and a shock adjustable for rebound damping and spring preload.
“Turn-in is quick enough to give the impression we were riding a middleweight roadster,” reported our Canuck tester.
The CB1000R will arrive in American dealers this spring at a $10,999 MSRP. CBs destined for the U.S. will have standard radial-mount brakes, while Canadian versions will ship only with Honda’s Combined ABS, retailing for CDN$13,999 up north.
“The bike ought to be a tremendously versatile, fun machine able to do anything from sport touring to track days,” Jeff predicts. “It ought to be a great model, and give a fight back to Kawasaki.”
Ducati Diavel
Last year Ducati smacked us with an adventure-touring surprise in the form of the oddball Multistrada, which we’ve since tested and loved several times. For 2011, Ducati further expands its customer base with the Diavel, a weird new roadster built within the power-cruiser idiom.
Despite the cruiser analogies, those at Ducati who have ridden the Diavel say it doesn’t really share any cruiser qualities. They promise a level of handling far beyond anything with a cruiser label, including a respectable 41-degree lean angle. And with a retuned version of the strong 1200cc V-Twin from the Multistrada, expectations are for a unique and stimulating ride.
“Let's see,” Pete muses. “A motorcycle with a claimed 162 hp and 94 ft-lbs joined by ABS, traction control, rider-selectable engine mapping, a slipper clutch and a monstrous 240mm rear tire from Pirelli. I like most cruisers, but I think I'll like Ducati's interpretation of a cruiser even more.”
Diavel prices start at $16,995 when they hit dealers around March, 2011.
Despite the cruiser analogies, those at Ducati who have ridden the Diavel say it doesn’t really share any cruiser qualities. They promise a level of handling far beyond anything with a cruiser label, including a respectable 41-degree lean angle. And with a retuned version of the strong 1200cc V-Twin from the Multistrada, expectations are for a unique and stimulating ride.
“Let's see,” Pete muses. “A motorcycle with a claimed 162 hp and 94 ft-lbs joined by ABS, traction control, rider-selectable engine mapping, a slipper clutch and a monstrous 240mm rear tire from Pirelli. I like most cruisers, but I think I'll like Ducati's interpretation of a cruiser even more.”
Diavel prices start at $16,995 when they hit dealers around March, 2011.
Ford Mustang cool Modification
Cool Ford mustang picture
Ford Mustang auto tune
Mustang Freestyle
The Ford Mustang Shelby is a high performance variant of the Ford Mustang, built by Ford from 1968 through 1970. The 1965, 1966 and 1967 Shelbys' were a series of Ford Mustangs which were specially modified by Carroll Shelby's company and sold under the name Shelby GT with identification badges Shelby Cobra. From 1968 the model became the Shelby Cobra GT. The program was factory-sponsored by Ford to compete with the Corvette, also factory-sponsored by Chevrolet, neither of which could be built for the sales price charged. In 2007, following the introduction of the Fifth-generation Ford Mustang the Shelby nameplate was revived for new high performance versions of the Mustang.
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