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The new Buell Firebolt XB12R

upendra singh rathore — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:29:30 +0000

The innovative design of the Buell Firebolt XB12R breaks all sportbike convention. Its light weight, razor-sharp agility and torque-rich V-Twin powerplant make it a potent canyon carver that looks and feels like no other motorcycle on the road.it have some quality-

Model Type Sport

BASE MSRP(US) $10,299.00

Warranty 24

Buell Thunderstorm® 1203cc air/oil/fancooled 45-degree V-Twin engine with DDFI 3 Electronic Fuel Injection ECM

Fuel in Frame Intuitive Response Chassis

Rigid cast-aluminum swingarm doubles as engine oil reservoir

Eight-row oil cooler with Jiffy-tite fittings

Goodyear® Hibrex® final drive belt with Flexten Plus technology with a constant-tension pulley for smoother on/off throttle transitions

Underslung Buell InterActive Exhaust

6-spoke, cast aluminum wheels

Steel braided brake lines

Fully adjustable 43 mm Showa inverted fork

Fully adjustable Showa® rear shock absorber

Adjustable hand controls

Compression Ratio 10.0:1

Mileage per US EPA Urban Trace, CITY6

48 mpg (4.9 l/100 km)

Mileage per US EPA HIGHWAY Fuel Economy Test6

65 mpg (3.6 l/100 km)

Intake Zero-resistance airbox

Model Type Sport
BASE MSRP(US) $10,299.00
Warranty 24
Buell Thunderstorm® 1203cc air/oil/fancooled 45-degree V-Twin engine with DDFI 3 Electronic Fuel Injection ECM
Fuel in Frame Intuitive Response Chassis
Rigid cast-aluminum swingarm doubles as engine oil reservoir
Eight-row oil cooler with Jiffy-tite fittings
Goodyear® Hibrex® final drive belt with Flexten Plus technology with a constant-tension pulley for smoother on/off throttle transitions
Underslung Buell InterActive Exhaust
6-spoke, cast aluminum wheels
Steel braided brake lines
Fully adjustable 43 mm Showa inverted fork
Fully adjustable Showa® rear shock absorber
Adjustable hand controls
Compression Ratio 10.0:1
Mileage per US EPA Urban Trace, CITY6
48 mpg (4.9 l/100 km)
Mileage per US EPA HIGHWAY Fuel Economy Test6
65 mpg (3.6 l/100 km)
Intake Zero-resistance airbox

BMW K1300S

upendra singh rathore — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 06:33:12 +0000

BMW K1300S is super bike model in India. I have seen only BMW cars in the country. Presently, company not only manufacture luxury cars but also manufacture super bike in India. Its price is too high at around Rs.10 to Rs.12 lakh. I wish to see this model. I would like to know about it, when will available BMW K1300s bike in the market.let see some details..

Displacement:	1293cc
Engine:	4-stroke in-line four-cylinder
Maximum Power:	175 Bhp @ 9250 rpm
Maximum Torque:	140 Nm @ 8250 rpm
Gears:	6 Manual
Clutch:	Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath, hydraulically op
Bore:	80
Stroke:	64.3
No. of Cylinders:	4
Cylinder Configuration:	In-Line
Valve Per Cylinder:	4
Chassis Type:	Bridge-type frame, cast aluminium
Cooling Type:	Liquid Cooling

Weight:	254.00 kg
Fuel Tank:	19.00 ltrs
Electrical System:	Three-phase alternator 580 W
Headlamp:	NA
Battery Type:	NA
Battery Voltage:	12 V
Battery Capacity:	14 Ah
Battery Charger Type:	NA
Horn:	NA
Wheel Type:	Alloys
Wheel Size:	120/70 ZR 17 – 190/55 ZR 17 mm
Tubeless:
Colors:	Lava Orange, Light Grey & Black

2010 Buell Ulysses XB12X

upendra singh rathore — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 15:07:12 +0000

The 2010 Ulysses XB12X (priced at $11,499) comes with a new smoked windscreen and blacked out components, and features heated hand grips and optional top and side cases. The Ulysses XB12X is available in yellow or black.THE BUELL ULYSSES XB12X IS AN ADVENTURE SPORTBIKE that defies any and all limitations. As light and agile on rough roads as it is on smooth ones, the Ulysses XB12X comes equipped with rugged protective features, a broad, usable powerband and the right amount of suspension travel to swallow up whatever lies ahead. On this Ulysses, the adventure can continue even if the pavement doesn’t.

2010 Buell 1125RR

upendra singh rathore — Sat, 13 Feb 2010 15:06:58 +0000

The 1125RR is designed to give privateer racers a turn-key machine to compete in the American Superbike class in AMA Pro Racing,” said Buell, the Chairman and Chief Technical Officer of Buell Motorcycle Company. “We want to build on our program that has proven so successful for privateers in the Daytona SportBike class.The Buell 1125RR uses some race components already used on 1125R that has taken victories in the Daytona SportBike class, such as a billet axle-adjustment system for the aluminum swingarm that incorporates chain drive for simpler gearing changes. In the axle’s center position, the double-R has a 55.5-inch wheelbase, up nearly an inch from the streetbike’s 54.6 inches. The chassis itself is unchanged from the standard 1125R’s twin-beam aluminum frame that doubles as the bike’s fuel tank.

Harley Davidson NIGHT ROD

upendra singh rathore — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 13:29:40 +0000

The 2010 Harley Davidson Night Rod has a sinister look and style from the H-D VRSC family, featuring black-slotted, machined cast aluminum disc wheels and nimble control provided by Brembo brakes and an ultra-fat 240 mm rear tire. This motorcycle has aggressive power and performance spawning from a rubber-mounted, liquid-cooled 1250 cc Revolution 60-degree V-twin engine with 122 hp @ 8250 rpm producing 85 ft lbs of torque @ 7000 rpm.price is Rs . 1895000.

Harley Davidson NIGHT ROD Price : Rs. 1,895,000

Engine Type	V Twin
Cylinders	2
Engine Stroke	4-Stroke
Cooling	Liquid
Valves	8
Valves Per Cylinder	4
Valve Configuration	DOHC
Compression Ratio	11.5:1
Starter	Electric
Fuel Requirements	Premium
Fuel Type	Gas

2010 Tour Down Under:Santos Tour Down Under, AUS, UPT (ProTour)

upendra singh rathore — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 11:58:44 +0000

Stage 1

Distance:

141km

Start location:

Clare

End location:

Tanunda

Stage 2

Distance:

133.5km

Start location:

Gawler

End location:

Hahndorf

Stage 3

Distance:

132.5km

Start location:

Unley

End location:

Stirling

Stage 4

Distance:

149.5km

Start location:

Norwood

End location:

Goolwa

Stage 5

Distance:

149km

Start location:

Snapper Point

End location:

Willunga

Stage 6

Distance:

90km

Location

Adelaide

Stage 1

Distance:

141km

Start location:

Clare

End location:

Tanunda

Stage 2

Distance:

133.5km

Start location:

Gawler

End location:

Hahndorf

Stage 3

Distance:

132.5km

Start location:

Unley

End location:

Stirling

Stage 4

Distance:

149.5km

Start location:

Norwood

End location:

Goolwa

Stage 5

Distance:

149km

Start location:

Snapper Point

End location:

Willunga

Stage 6

Distance:

90km

Location

Adelaide

Sound reasons to compare breakdown cover before purchase

admin — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 19:05:14 +0000

Winter is in full swing across the United Kingdom. While not every part of the UK bases the severe frost conditions as one might expect in Scotland, even relatively warm Londoners appreciate being prepared with quality breakdown cover. If there’s one type of cover not to be without during the winter months it is breakdown cover for your automobile or your person. Choosing the best deal for breakdown cover requires a little thought and a little assistance from Consumer Choices network website breakdownchoices.co.uk. Most people think that all breakdown cover is basically the same. A quick breakdown cover comparison from Breakdown Choices reveals that this is hardly the case. Yes some companies such as Green Flag Breakdown offer an overall better bargain. But, factors such as time waiting for callouts can sometimes override a lower price. Before you purchase any breakdown cover plan you should compare breakdown cover by studying the charts and information at breakdownchoices.co.uk. On the site you will find complete explanations of all the different levels of breakdown cover available as well as options for cover tied to your person, as opposed to attached to a specific automobile. Even options for motorbike breakdown cover are explored and offered at Breakdown Choices.

HONDA CBR 1000RR

admin — Sun, 17 Jan 2010 05:52:27 +0000

The CBR1000RR is powered by an all new 999 cc (61.0 cu in) inline-four engine with a redline of 13,000 rpm. It features titanium valves and an enlarged bore with a corresponding reduced stroke. The engine has a completely new cylinder block, head configuration, and crankcase with lighter pistons. A new ECU delivers two separate revised maps sending the fuel and air mixture to be squeezed tight by the 12.3:1 compression ratio. Ram air is fed to an enlarged air box through two revised front scoops located under the headlamps. Honda claims power output to be at least 178 hp (133 kW) beginning at 12,000 rpm.
Winning Road Racing World’s “2009 1000cc Shootout” merely confirmed the CBR1000RR’s supremacy, with 2010 certain to continue its legacy of class-defining power, light weight, handling and looks.

Some of its features:

Engine Type 999 cc (61.0 cu in) liquid-cooled inline four-cylinder
Bore/Stroke 76 mm (3.0 in) x 55.1 mm (2.17 in)
Compression Ratio 12.3:1
Valve Train DOHC; four valves per cylinder
Carburetion Dual Stage Fuel Injection (DSFI)
Ignition Computer-controlled digital transistorized with three-dimensional mapping
Drivetrain
Transmission Close-ratio six-speed
Final Drive #530 O-ring sealed chain
Chassis/Suspension/Brakes
Front Suspension 43 mm (1.7 in) ohlins inverted HMAS cartridge fork with spring-preload, rebound and compression-damping adjustability; 4.7 in (120 mm) travel
Rear suspension Unit Pro-Link HMAS single shock with spring pre-load, rebound and compression damping adjustability; 5.4 in (140 mm) travel

Front Brakes -Dual radial-mounted four-piston calipers with full-floating 320 mm (13 in) discs

Rear Brakes Single 220 mm (8.7 in) disc with single-piston caliper
Front Tire 120/70ZR-17 radial
Rear Tire 190/50ZR-17 radial
Dimensions
Rake (Caster Angle): 23.3°
Trail 96.2mm (3.8 inches)
Wheelbase 55.4 inches
Seat Height 32.3 inches
Curb Weight 439 pounds (Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and full tank of fuel–ready to ride.) At 439 pounds wet (i.e., full tank of fuel, engine oil, etc.), the CBR weighs in as one of the lightest open-classers out there.
Fuel Capacity 4.7 gallons, including 1.06-gallon reserve
Miles Per Gallon 37 MPG*
Performance
Max. Power Output 178.0 hp (133 kW) @ 12,000 rpm
Max. Torque 82.6 ft·lbf (112.0 N·m) @ 8500 rpm

Other
Available Colors Red/Black, Pearl Orange/Light Silver Metallic

The Miletto Zero Emission Hybrid Electric Scooter

upendra singh rathore — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 13:56:09 +0000

A new zero emission hybrid electric scooter is scheduled to be released in Japan next year. The scooter is the Miletto, a zero emission hybrid scooter which runs 10 times economical as a standard petrol engine bike. The Miletto can likewise be powered by the good old pedal power but chances are riders will prefer using the standard battery powered features which can run 35 kilometers on a flat road if fully charged.

The Miletto Zero Emission Hybrid scooter will retail for about 156,900 YEN or $1,730 and will be available in 12 different colors.

A new zero emission hybrid electric scooter is scheduled to be released in Japan this year. The scooter is the Miletto, a zero emission hybrid scooter which runs 10 times economical as a standard petrol engine bike. The Miletto can likewise be powered by the good old pedal power but chances are riders will prefer using the standard battery powered features which can run 35 kilometers on a flat road if fully charged.

The Miletto Zero Emission Hybrid scooter will retail for about 156,900 YEN or $1,730 and will be available in 12 different colors.

Astana to ride Specialized bicycles

upendra singh rathore — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 09:52:18 +0000

Team Astana, Alberto and Specialized share the same goal—to be the best. We are totally committed to

supporting Alberto and the rest of the team in their pursuit of another Tour victory,” said Specialized

Chief Brand Officer, Ben Capron from the company’s Headquarters in Morgan Hill, California. “Winning

the Tour has been a dream of ours for many years, but even more important is the opportunity to work

with riders like Contador and Vinokourov to help us create the best bikes possible and bring them to

riders everywhere.”

At the team’s training camp in Pisa, Italy, Team Astana’s General Manager Yvon Sanquer said, “Even

when I worked with Specialized with Team Festina from 1999 to 2001, I could see the professional

attitude that animated the company; they never stopped developing and improving the material they

supplied to the riders. Since then, Specialized has continued its progression to become the reference

point in road bikes.”

Team Astana, Alberto and Specialized share the same goal—to be the best. We are totally committed to supporting Alberto and the rest of the team in their pursuit of another Tour victory,” said Specialized Chief Brand Officer, Ben Capron from the company’s Headquarters in Morgan Hill, California. “Winning the Tour has been a dream of ours for many years, but even more important is the opportunity to work with riders like Contador and Vinokourov to help us create the best bikes possible and bring them to riders everywhere.” At the team’s training camp in Pisa, Italy, Team Astana’s General Manager Yvon Sanquer said, “Even when I worked with Specialized with Team Festina from 1999 to 2001, I could see the professional attitude that animated the company; they never stopped developing and improving the material they supplied to the riders. Since then, Specialized has continued its progression to become the reference point in road bikes.”