Thursday, May 28, 2009

DUCATI 1198 S – HEAVY WEIGHT SUPER SPORTS BIKE

Posted by admin on February 12th, 2009 filed in Bikes, Sports


DUCATI 1198 S SUPER SPORTS BIKE (COURTESY : www.sportsbike.net)
The Ducati 1198 S falls under the heavy weight segment of Super Sports Bikes Category. The S model of its comes with high power and overwhelming torque, the 1198cc Testastreeta Evoluzion engine produces a very powerful 170bhp of torque @ class-beating 8,000rpm. The crankcase is build up by the vacuum die-cast tech due to which the engine is almost 3kg lighter and contributes to a dry weight of an amazing 169 kg. The 0-60 mph is less than 2.5 sec and the top speed is estimated at 186 mph (299km/h). An addition to the 1198 S, Ducat’s production house has integrated a true competition-level Traction Control System (DTC). The Ducati Traction Control System can be adjusted by the Rider from the left hand switchgear, the ultra hi-speed software of the system offers a choice of 8 settings developed by Ducati’s Riders and Racer’s. To be in full control and easy hi-speed menuvering a 7-spoke GP Marchesini forged and machined wheels are matched with fully adjustable hi-perfoThe Ducati 1198 S falls under the heavy weight segment of Super Sports Bikes Category. The S model of its comes with high power and overwhelming torque, the 1198cc Testastreeta Evoluzion engine produces a very powerful 170bhp of torque @ class-beating 8,000rpm. The crankcase is build up by the vacuum die-cast tech due to which the engine is almost 3kg lighter and contributes to a dry weight of an amazing 169 kg. The 0-60 mph is less than 2.5 sec and the top speed is estimated at 186 mph (299km/h). An addition to the 1198 S, Ducat’s production house has integrated a true competition-level Traction Control System (DTC). The Ducati Traction Control System can be adjusted by the Rider from the left hand switchgear, the ultra hi-speed software of the system offers a choice of 8 settings developed by Ducati’s Riders and Racer’s. To be in full control and easy hi-speed menuvering a 7-spoke GP Marchesini forged and machined wheels are matched with fully adjustable hi-performance Ohlins forks, shock and steering damper. All these features gives the Ducati 1198 S the highest torque-to-weight ratio of any high performance super sports bike ever in autooutlet world.
Engine Type : l-twin cylinder, 4 valve per cylinder Desmodromic, liquid cooled
Displacement 1,198.4cc (73.1cu in)
Power : 126.8 kw (170.0bhp) @ 9750rpm
Torque : 97.0 ft·lbf (132 N·m) @ 8000 rpm
Frame : Tubular steel Trellis frame in ALS 450
Wheelbase : 1,430 mm (56.3 in)
Front suspension : Ohlins 43mm (1.7 in) fully adjustable upside-down fork with TiN
Rear suspension : Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Ohlins TTXR mono shock with top-out spring. Aluminum single-sided swing arm
Exhaust : Light weight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and 2 lambda probes. Twin stainless steel and titanium mufflers.
Primary drive : Straight cut gears, Ratio 1.84:1
Final drive : Chain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 38
Gearbox : 6 speed
Emissions : Euro 3
Price :US $ 21,795
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Wednesday, May 13, 2009

2009 Yamaha FJR1300AE

Bike > Yamaha
18-Mar-2009 by admin
Yamaha’s electronically controlled clutch-less shifting makes this model the definition of smooth. The 2009 Yamaha FJR1300AE has a reputation as one of the world’s great sport touring motorcycles. The “AE” designation puts an interesting spin on an incredible bike. The YCC-S system with its auto clutch and convenient hand operated electric shifting has revolutionized Sport Touring.
[Source: Yamaha]

2009 YAMAHA YZ450F

The biggest change for 2009 Yamaha YZ450F is the swingarm. Its hydro-formed shape is altered to give the bike a claimed improvement in cornering and traction by reducing the rigidity in twisting motion and in vertical stiffness. It is stiffer horizontally, or in loads placed from the side as well as being 350 grams lighter.
Inside the engine is one significant update. It is the use of longer shift fork bars which allows the bar to have more shaft surface area inside the cases which makes it harder for the forks to bind during shifts, especially between second and third. There is a small update to the ignition stator plate where it received a fourth mounting point and the color of the valve cover now matches the side covers in black.
[Source: Yamaha]

Suzuki DR-Z400S Dual Sport Dirt Bike 2009

Suzuki DR-Z400S Dual Sport Dirt Bike 2009
Take a good look at the Suzuki DR-Z400S Dual Sport Dirt Bike 2009. It is more than just an off-road machine – it’s also street legal. With amazing capabilities, the DR-Z400A boasts exceptional off- and on-road performance. Powered by a 398cc, DOHC, liquid-cooled, dry-sump engine, this Suzuki dirt bike gives you strong torque across the powerband and amazing throttle response. Plus, its lightweight, compact design gives it the handling you need for either tight trails to wide-open roads. Other features include electric starting, an easy-to-read instrument cluster, on-road legal lighting and fully adjustable rear shock absorber. Base price of $5,699. Suzuki.

2009 Yamaha FZ6R

Bike > Yamaha
09-Mar-2009 by admin
The 600cc four-cylinder powered FZ6R looks to be a nice way for novice, or nearly novice, riders to break into sport bikes, with user friendly features like lower seat and handlebar height as well as improved wind protection from the full fairing. Yamaha has also tuned the engine and transmission to be responsive, while still being easier to modulate for newer riders. But perhaps the biggest attraction of the FZ6R for the uninitiated is the price, starting just below $7000 the new Yamaha should be a good candidate for affordable thrills to a wide swath of the population.
[Source: Yamaha]

Yamaha Sport

Yamaha Sport



MT-01 SP

Sports Torque is a new kind of motorcycling experience, and the MT-01SP is one of the finest examples of this new breed. Torque Sports performance opens up a new world of sports riding because it offers an alternative to high rpm rush of today's in-line four cylinder supersport bikes. Grab a handful of throttle and discover the arm stretching torque that flows for the MT-01SP's massive V-Twin powerplant.


YZF R6

Confidence, agility, performance ... maximum excitement for maximum fun. The 2009 R6 is showcase of Yamaha's latest sport bike technologies. From the YCC-T fly by wire throttle to the MotoGP inspired straight frame design, to Yamaha's exclusive electronically variable intake stacks, the R6 is designed to take super sport riding to a whole new level.


MT-01

The MT-01 is the bike that started the Torque Sports revolution. Maximum torque is unleashed at a mere 3750 rpms. The MT-01's soul stirring torque is guaranteed to put a smile on your face while the agile sports chassis offers its rider all the exhilaration of a supersport machine. At Yamaha we recognize that as many sport riders mature, they often seek a slightly less extreme alternative. If you are ready to take the next step in sports riding, you owe it to yourself to check out the revolutionary 2008 MT-01.


VMX 17 (VMAX)

The legend is re-born. In '85 the original V-Max turned the motorcycle world on its ear. Our engineers took a big dose of the original "Mad Max" DNA then added a bunch of Yamaha's latest sport bike technologies like our chip controlled variable intake stacks, a new high tech fuel injection system and our famous fly by wire throttle. The result is stunning. The legendary sound, engine character and amazing acceleration are all part of the 2009 design but there is a twist. The new VMAX offers truly sporty handling, thanks to its new lightweight aluminium chassis and fully adjustable suspension. We even improved rider comfort. Scorched any pavement lately?


YZF-R1

The new R1… a technical "tour de force" Introducing the all new 2009 R1 … Yamaha's technical "Tour de Force." The new R1 has been designed to be the "Ultimate Cornering Master" of the open super sport class and one of the keys to incredible handling lies partly in the chassis but equally as important, in its ability to put useable power to the ground. This revolutionary new R1 delivers as much power as the rider wants, exactly when the rider wants it … by a simple twist of the right wrist; leaving the rider feeling like they are directly connected to the rear wheel of the new R1.


FZ6R

2009 FZ6R The all new FZ6R ... easy to handle, big time fun to ride Somewhere between cruisers and supersport bikes exists a genre simply known as "sports" bikes. The new FZ6R fits perfectly into the less intense sport bike world with its easy to control engine, light weight and low seat height. A slim compact chassis and low seat height complement the fuel injected engine and its very linear throttle control. No lap records here, just a bike that inspires rider confidence and is a blast to ride.

FJR1300AE

Our legendary FJR has many features to accommodate the requirements of our customers. Making it easier to use, and more comfortable while still maintaining the performance, handling and power characteristics that make it so much fun to ride. The YCC-S (Yamaha Chip Controlled Shifting) system provides effortless city and stop and plus increased open road comfort thanks to its "auto" clutch. We have also addressed numerous customer requests by designing an air flow management system that reduces the amount of heat to the rider. The bike is more adaptable to an individual's riding preference with an adjustable handlebar and seat. Bodywork, lights, mirrors, and instrumentation raise the level of quality once again, while a unified braking system with standard ABS add to the FJR's exceptional functionality.


FZ6

Brilliant handling, impressive power and a stunning design, the much improved FZ6 has everything that most riders demand in a sporting motorcycle and more. Tourer, commuter, or sports bike, the new FZ6 does it all. An exciting R6S based engine provides plenty of power while the all new front brakes slow it down in a hurry. A revised seat and new fairing provide all day riding comfort. Whether carving up a back road or winding your way through city traffic, the FZ6 provides the kind of fun and excitement that motorcycling is famous for … all at a very affordable price.


FZ1

Crunch the numbers, do the math and then take a seat aboard the world's best "naked" sport bike. Surprisingly comfortable eh? You are looking at one of the best values in Yamaha's line-up. The FZ1 offers exceptional open class performance with cutting style. R1 inspired power, fuel injection, twin spar aluminum frame and fully adjustable suspension. The FZ1 is a serious sport bike that offers an exceptionally comfortable and exciting riding experience.

FJR1300A

We listened to our FJR owners and their feedback has led to a tremendous amount of refinements that will please both rider and passenger. Airflow management works to keep both the rider and the bike cooler, for a more comfortable ride, while an adjustable seat, handlebars, windscreen and middle fairing make it easy to find the perfect position. Bodywork, lights, mirrors, and instrumentation raise the level of quality, while a fuel injection system and unified braking system with standard ABS add to the FJR's exceptional functionality.



YZF-R6S

So it's no exaggeration to say that when you ride the YZF-R6S, you instantly join an elite group of champions. The R6S is packed with great features like 43mm forks, 298mm front disc brakes and enough performance to keep a permanent grin on your face. Whether you are looking for a sizzling street ride or track day rocket, the R6S will not disappoint. The YZF-R6S is not intended for novice or inexperienced riders.

WR 250X

The all new WR250X … one look tells you this is a machine ready to deliver some serious fun. The WR250X is a jewel of Yamaha engineering. From the all new 250cc fuel injected, EXUP equipped, 4-valve powerplant to a real Supermoto spec chassis, the WR250 is built to offer class leading performance, uncompromised styling and unmatched riding excitement. Exceeding your expectations.

Tuesday, May 12, 2009

2009 BMW S1000RR Preview

2009 BMW S1000RR Preview

Motorcycle.com previews the 2009 BMW S1000RR. Be sure to read the article and let us know what you think of this new ultra-sport literbike.


BMW Motorrad’s new president stunned the world when he officially announced a new ultra-sport literbike built to take on the established Japanese competitors both on the sales floor and the World Superbike Championship.The new bike is dubbed the S1000RR, and it marks a bold new direction for the formerly staid German brand.“We are confident that we will be able to start the Superbike World Championship next year with a convincing all-round package, and that our series motorcycle will be just as convincing,” said Hendrik von Kuenheim, a 20-year veteran of BMW and now the General Director of BMW’s motorcycle division. “In both terms of both its technology and price, our Supersports will be absolutely competitive.”Read More: 2009 BMW S1000RR Preview


2009 Honda DN-01 - Fully Automatic Transmission Sport Bike

Good Morning,

Get a load of this! Honda announced the 2009 motorcycle lineup. The first bike that stood out to me was the 2009 Honda DN-01. Here’s a look:


First thing you should be aware of is it is a sport bike with a fully automatic transmission! Ya, that’s right, FULLY AUTOMATIC! So that one saving grace you used to have called your slow left foot trying to shift is now gone! Gone are the days where you fumble to shift to go faster. Now ladies and gentlemen you can fly just that much faster!

The engine is an odd size at 680cc engine. Honda has the MSRP at $14,599. The wet weight is ata whooping 595lbs. It comes in two colors, candy dark red or black. While Honda didn’t publish this year’s torque orhorse power. This guy here speculated that it gets about 60Hp at 7500Rpm. Check it out.

2009 BMW S1000RR – A Closer Look


2009 BMW S1000RR – A Closer Look
Interview with BMW reveals new details
By Kevin Duke, Dec. 19, 2008


The newly unveiled S1000RR literbike from BMW is perhaps the most highly anticipated sportbike of 2009. Despite the German marquee’s somewhat stodgy reputation in the two-wheel world, BMW is jumping into a highly competitive pool of world-level roadrace competition.


We recently had the opportunity to sit down with the VP of BMW Motorrad USA, Pieter de Waal, unleashing a barrage of questions about the S1000RR and what it means to BMW as the historic company reinvents itself.


Much like Harley-Davidson, the ages of BMW riders keep rising. A few years ago the company decided it needed to appeal also to a younger, more adrenaline-driven audience. The affable de Waal explained how they are repositioning the brand closer to the car side of BMW – lighter, more exciting.


It began with the HP line of Boxer-powered high-performance bikes (the HP2 Enduro, HP2 Megamoto and HP2 Sport), then hit a new market with the “hard enduro” G450X dirtbike. Another new-to-BMW market will be served with the introduction of the S1000RR, which will tackle the intensely competitive Japanese literbike segment head on.

There are two major challenges in entering this class for BMW, something de Waal admits is “a high-risk project.”


The first is that the S1000RR absolutely must be competitive with its highly developed rivals. “It’s not like someone is building a bad bike,” de Waal commented. “They’re all extremely good.”


As such, BMW’s RR doesn’t reinvent the ultra-sports wheel, a development process that began 4.5 years ago. The bike has nothing externally visible that is a departure from the class formula. A perimeter aluminum frame and a 1000cc inline-Four powerplant is the same recipe the Japanese OEMs employ. No funky Duolever or Telelever front ends here.



“We had a big reality check in the company,” said de Waal candidly. “Basically, BMW did things to be different, not necessarily because it works better. Now, if anything is done differently, it’s because it works better,” he said, referencing the new G450X dirtbike whose clutch is directly connected to the crankshaft to create an ultra-short engine with its cylinder inclined 30 degrees.


One aspect of the S1000RR that will be different from the rest lies in the cylinder head, according to oblique hints from BMW. The popular theory at this point is some form of positive valve actuation, which basically means pneumatic valves (highly impractical for a streetbike) or a system in which the valves are closed mechanically instead of using springs.


You might recognize the latter method as what Ducati uses in its sportbikes. The term desmodromic comes from the Greek desmos (linked) and dromos (track). Ducati has some patents in this field, so if BMW uses a form of desmodromic valvetrain, it will likely be different in some way. This isn’t an idea new to German vehicles. Mercedes Benz used desmo valves on its championship-winning Grand Prix cars from the mid-’50s.


Speculation aside, the S1000RR will definitely be equipped with dynamic traction control, something quite welcome on a bike with something near 190 crankshaft horsepower; 165 horses at the rear wheel seems likely. Some of BMW’s high-performance cars are equipped with variable-length intake manifolds, so we might see something similar on the 1000RR, although de Waal wouldn’t admit as much.


As for the bike’s appearance, keep in mind that we haven’t yet seen exactly what the production bike will look like. We’re told to expect something exciting and less generic than what we’ve seen from the prototype racebikes thus far. With no new ground broken in the chassis design, we’re told to expect a fueled-up production bike to weigh in under 450 pounds, right around the tally of its Japanese competitors.




Breaking into this market won’t be easy, but there are a couple of factors that make it financially feasible.


First, de Waal notes that consumers in this market aren’t very brand loyal – they are looking only for the maximum performance and the best appearance, he says. Second, the literbike market can be lucrative. There are about 220,000 of the sports machines sold annually worldwide, so even just 5% of that pie equates to more than 10,000 bikes. And BMW isn’t looking to poach from their existing customers with its new sportsbike, as de Waal says 90-95% of S1000RR owners will be conquest sales for the historic brand.


If BMW wants to make a dent in this competitive market, it can’t offer up a boutique-style $40,000 streetbike. Although BMW is known for being one of the pricier brands, the company is aiming to keep the MSRP of its RR to within about 10% of its Japanese rivals, now priced around $12,000. As such, when the S1000 arrives in December of 2009, we hope to see it priced at about $14,000.


To keep its costs down as much as possible, component sourcing from other manufacturers and countries will be critical. BMW already has contracted Taiwan-based Kymco to build the G450X and G650 single-cylinder engines to BMW specs. We might expect a similar arrangement for the S1000RR.


Despite these turbulent economic times, World Superbike is ramping up for a renaissance season in which there will be factory-supported teams from no less than seven manufacturers. New to the series is the V-Four-powered Aprilia RSV4, plus BMW’s S1000RR. De Waal says BMW decided to enter WSB racing (not MotoGP) to prove a BMW production bike can beat the competition.


The S1000RR has already had a couple of public on-track displays, most recently at South Africa’s Kyalami circuit as part of a WSB post-season test on December 10-12.


Trackside observers say the pitch of the BMW’s exhaust note is higher than the other four-cylinder machines, giving credence to the theory that the S1000 revs higher than its competition. It’s also worth noting that the WSB rules have been revised for ’09 to remove rev-limit restrictions (14,000 rpm) for engines with a bore/stroke ratio of 1.5:1 or greater, so the RR will likely have a bigger bore and shorter stroke than its 1000cc competition, and the mysterious new valvetrain will allow for sky-high revs.


Although blessed with a two top-shelf riders in the form of multi-time WSB champion Troy Corser and perennial contender Ruben Xaus, the lap times logged at Kyalami showed the BMW near the back of the pack thus far, although it’s still early days for the developing German bike.
Of the 13 bikes at the test, the BMWs were in 11th (Corser) and 13th (Xaus) places in terms of best lap times over the three-day test. However, Corser’s pace was only 1.4 seconds off the quickest lap, and just slightly less than a second behind the developed Honda CBR1000RR of MotoGP veteran Carlos Checa.


“I am reasonably happy with what we achieved these three days because I always knew it wasn’t going to be easy,” said Corser. “In fact, the times we did were a bit better than I thought they would be. We weren’t chasing lap times here because we wanted to get to understand the bike first and that’s why we also didn’t use any electronic aids, like traction control for example.”



2009 BMW S1000RR World Introduction

2009 BMW S1000RR World Introduction
We take a look at BMW’s sportiest production bike ever
By Staff, May. 11, 2009



BMW took the official wraps off its new literbike contender, the S1000RR, at the legendary Monza Racing Circuit last weekend in conjunction with an Italian round of the World Superbike Championship.

Although we already teased you with some details that have trickled out about the bike in our A Closer Look article, we now have been given full details about BMW’s new Superbike contender.
The pertinent numbers are a claimed 193 horsepower (at the crankshaft) and a 403.5-lb claimed dry weight. In a ready-to-ride form including fuel, BMW says to expect 450 lbs of weight. DTC Dynamic Traction Control is an appealing option, as is the Race ABS that adds just 5.3 lbs to the bike’s weight. Also innovative is the RR’s variable-length intake tracts that work in harmony with a 14,200-rpm redline, the highest among its rivals.

BMW didn’t try to break any new ground in choosing an inline-Four engine with an aluminum frame for the S1000RR. In its foray into the highly competitive literbike market, the German manufacturer followed the tried and tested model that has proven so successful for its Japanese competitors.
BMW did employ technology from its Formula 1 program into the S1000RR’s cylinder head. The S1000RR’s four extra-light titanium intake and exhaust valves per cylinder are operated by equally light single cam followers. According to BMW, the cam followers weigh 11 grams (0.388 ounces), almost 50% lighter than what BMW uses in its K-series motorcycles. BMW says the light and tiny cam followers gave their engineers more freedom in choosing ideal valve lift curves to optimize performance.

A short sprocket driving the camshaft through an intermediate gear helps the S1000RR’s engine
help provide what BMW promises to be “supreme revving qualities at highest speeds as well as exact maintenance of valve timing with very compact dimensions”.
The S1000RR also features a cylinder bore of 80mm, which is larger than the 74.5mm bore found on the Suzuki GSX-R1000, 76mm bore found on the Honda CBR1000RR and Kawasaki ZX-10R and the 78mm bore in Yamaha’s YZF-R1.

BMW says the S1000RR’s engine has a maximum
output of 193 horses at 13,000 rpm and maximum
torque of 82.5 lb-ft at 9,750 rpm. The engine is said
to weigh 131.8 lbs.
TheS1000RR’s exhaust works on the 4-in-2-in-1 principle: four individual manifolds of equal length join into two pipes beneath the engine block before again merging into a single large-
volume pre-silencer. Fully controlled interference pipes housed in the two connection pipes. The two connection pipes each house fully controlled interference pipe butterflies which open or close to moderate exhaust flow. BMW says the system provides a “homogenous” power and torque curve.
BMW also tried to make the S1000RR as light as possible to maximize power to weight ratio.
The S1000RR has a claimed dry weight of 403 lb (and
450 lb wet), for a power-to-weight ratio of 1.05 (hp per kilogram), but we’ll see how it measures up when we get our hands on it.

BMW will offer Antilock Brake System and Dynamic Traction Control options for the S1000RR. The “Race ABS” system was developed for both the road and the track, and its components are said to add just 5.3 lb to the bike’s overall weight. The DTC works in conjunction with ABS and offers four modes, Rain, for wet conditions, Sport, for regular road use, Race for track use, and Slick for racing with slicker tires. The Rain mode limits power to 77%, while Slick mode disables the ABS on the rear wheel and turns off the bike’s “Wheelie Protection”.

BMW offers ABS and Dynamic Traction Control options for the S1000RR.

BMW is also offering its HP Gearshift Assistant for clutchless up-shifting without interrupting torque or power as an option.
Ergonomically, BMW promises a slender, compact dimensions with the S1000RR. The t
ank section has the width of a 600cc supersport while the swingarm features an eccentric pivot to adjust the rear height of the S1000RR.
BMW made suspension adjustments simple by marking the settings on the upside-down fork and spring strut on a 1 to 10 scale. Instead of counting off clicks to adjust rebound, all you have to do is remember what number you want.
The S1000RR should be available some time in the fall, but we will provide a closer look at BMW’s new Superbike soon.