2014 Honda VFR800F

Honda has released the 2014 Honda VFR800F at EICMA, an update to the popular VFR800 featuring a host of updates.

The Honda VFR800F is a quality bike that is completely renovated with modern looks for 9.9 kg lighter than the previous model and is available in the following colors: Pearl White Glare, Darkness Black Metallic, Victory Red.

Displacement of 782cc, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 90 ° V-4, 4-stroke, 16-valve, carburation PGM-FI electronic fuel injection. Maximum power of 105 hp at 10250 rmp and maximum torque up to 75.1Nm at 8500 rpm. Transmission 6-speed with wet clutch, multi-plate with coil springs. Final Drive O-ring sealed chain.

Frame is a diamond with triple-box-section aluminium twin-spar, front suspension 43mm HMAS cartridge-type telescopic fork with stepless preload and ten DF adjustment, 108mm axle travel rear suspension and a pro-link with gas-charged HMAS damper, 7-step preload and stepless rebound damping adjustment, 120mm axle travel. 10 – spoke aluminium wheels, front tire 120/70-ZR17M/C (58W) and rear tire 180/55-ZR17M/C (73W).

2014 Ducati Monster 1200S - A Short Review

Presentation of the new Ducati Monster 1200S for the year 2014 , is characterized by an aggressive look, perfect performance, comfortable and able to adapt to any situation with an unmistakable design where there is no limit drivers to fully enjoy.

Displacement of 1198.4cc, liquid -cooled, Testastretta 11 °, L – Twin cylinder, 4 valve per cylinder, Desmodromic, EFIS, 53mm throttle bodies with a full ride by wire. Maximum power of 135 Hp 8,750 rpm and maximum torque of 118 Nm at 7,250 rpm. Transmission 6 – speed action with light wet multiplate clutch with hydraulic control. Self – servo action on drive, slipper action on over – run.

Tubular steel trellis frame attached to the cylinders head, front suspension 48mm USD forks, Ohlins fully adjustable and rear suspension Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Ohlinsmonoshock, aluminum single – sided swingarm. Rims are Y shaped, 3 – spoke in light alloy of 17″. Front tire 120/70 and rear tire 190/55.

Front brake dual 330mm semi – floating discs, radially mounted BremboMonoblocevo M50 4 – piston callipers, radial pump with ABS as standard equipment and rear brake 245mm disc with 2 – piston floating calliper with ABS as standard equipment. Exhaust with twin aluminium muffers, lightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and two lambda probes. Wet weight 209kg and fuel tank capacity of 17.5 liter.

2014 Yamaha YZF-R6

Nothing in Yamaha’s announcement mentions any changes besides the color, so it’s a safe assumption these Race Blu models are otherwise the same as the 2013 models. On the other hand, it’s entirely possible that only the Race Blu versions are otherwise similar to last year’s models and Yamaha may still have some surprises in store.

Yamaha retains the full aggressive nature of the YZF-R6, carrying on the racing heritage: chip-controlled intake and throttle, dual fuel injectors per cylinder and the convenient slipper clutch for safer downshifting without rear wheel hopping on the asphalt.

A GP-style titanium muffler and magnesium engine covers have been used to shave off some weight, as well as a magnesium rear subframe. With the extremities of the new R6 on the light side, mass is centralized for increased stability and handling.

Yamaha’s YZF-R6 will be available in three colors: grey ($10,990) and red or Yamaha Blue for US$11,190. The YZF-R1 returns with three color schemes: grey for $14,290 and either red or Yamaha Blue for an additional US$200.

With the FZ-09 now filling the slot once held by the departing FZ8, there was still room for an open-class sporting standard, so, the FZ1 returns in Pearl White for US$10,790. Finally, the inline-Four powered FZ6R is back in either red/white/black or black for US$6850.

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Triumph Review: 2013 Triumph Street Triple

The 2013 Triumph Street Triple and Street Triple R were revealed in Cologne, Germany last year. The 2013 motorcycles have been completely redesigned and are described below.

Triumph’s Street Triple has been one of the success stories of recent years, collecting numerous accolades along the way and being recognized for delivering class-leading dynamics alongside an unforgettable riding experience. Fusing the style and attitude of the Speed Triple with the agility of the Daytona 675, and delivering it all for a very competitive price, it wowed the industry when it arrived in 2007.

For 2013, the Street Triple has been completely redesigned to offer an even more exhilarating ride. Heralding the change is an all-new chassis. An aluminum beam twin-spar frame meets a new two-piece high-pressure die-cast rear subframe. Not only is the chassis robust and hard-edged, it’s also advanced. Engineered to optimise dynamism, agility and rider enjoyment, the design is lighter thanks to fewer pieces and fewer welds in the frame.

A key component in the Street Triple’s improved handling is the all-new low-mount exhaust. Not only does this provide a sharp new look, but it offers a significant contribution to redistributing the center of gravity and the weight of the exhaust. Its design and optimized mass centralization has also afforded Triumph’s engineers the opportunity to tweak the geometry, reducing the rake to 24.1 degrees and increasing the trail by 0.5mm to 99.6m. As a package, it adds up to razor sharp dynamic handling weighing just 403 pounds, fully fuelled—a substantial 13 pound weight reduction over the outgoing model.

The handling of the Street Triple is complimented by KYB suspension via 41mm upside down forks. Stopping power is provided by a dual 310mm floating disc front brake set up, with Nissin two-piston sliding calipers. Further braking security is provided by the standard ABS, which itself is fully switchable.

The heart of the Street Triple remains the liquid-cooled, 12-valve, 675cc 3-cylinder engine. Combined with the close ratio 6-speed gearbox, the unit delivers 105 horsepower and 50 lb-ft of torque. The power plant has been tuned for incredibly strong low-to-mid-range performance.

Three metallic color options are available for the 2013 Street Triple: Phantom Black, Crystal White and Caribbean Blue.

Kawasaki Review: 2013 Kawasaki Z1000SX

The Kawasaki Z1000 attracts riders with its muscular good looks and then seduces them with its incredible power and charismatic feel. Serious torque, comfortable ergonomics, and a mesmerizing aesthetic make for an unforgettable experience.

Its distinctive look begins with a front cowl that slopes back radically, highlighting the Z’s aggression. The line-beam headlights are integrated nicely into that angled cowl. Then its shapely fuel tank is flared on the sides for serious knee grip and is slimmer in back for a snug fit.

The seat is low and narrow at the front to make ground contact easy, and flows beautifully rearward to end in a futuristically retro LED tail light behind a red lens. 

An aluminum frame, similar in concept to the Ninja® ZX™-10R’s, cradles the engine from above. The design allows a narrow mid-section, which fosters a high degree of rider comfort and feedback in addition to keeping weight low and chassis rigidity high.

The engine bolts solidly to the frame in three places, stressed-member-style, and there’s also a rubber mount at the upper rear crankcase area for added vibration damping and torsional rigidity.
 

Suspension at both ends is thoroughly modern and wickedly functional: a beefy, fully adjustable 41mm inverted fork up front and a spring preload and rebound damping adjustable Uni-Trak® shock in back.
 

A solid-mount handlebar and aluminum footpegs lifted from the Ninja® ZX-10R contribute to the Z1000’s quality, top-shelf feel. Brakes? Totally modern: Radially mounted calipers, Ninja-spec 300mm petal-type rotors and a radial-pump master cylinder all provide the latest in braking feel and feedback.

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Kawasaki Review: Kawasaki Z800 2013

Kawasaki Z750 will be remembered as a naked successful, characterized by a great value and a design of “compromise” that is designed to be appreciated by a wide audience. Its successor, however, will change dramatically. It will be called Z800, will have a larger displacement engine and, above all, will be characterized by taut lines and angular. The design, aggressive, uncompromising, is based on that of the Z1000. Unlike a traditional naked, Z800 on the engine is partially covered by the crosspieces of the chassis and the bodywork.

This gives the Z800 a massive appearance, typical of high-powered sports naked. The details, however, are in line with those of the mid-sized competitors. The fork does not have the truss and the front brake calipers are axial type. To put it mildly futuristic instrumentation, consisting of three digital displays. Finally, it seems that the Kawasaki Z800 is the first to be equipped with the Stop and Start.

 

Ducati Review: 2013 Ducati 848 Evo Corse Special Edition

Ducati has unveiled the special edition of its middleweight sportbike, the Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE. The special editon bike gets with a new, lightweight, aluminium fuel tank and is looking great with a matt black/gray Ducati Corse Development Team colour scheme. 

The 848 new aluminium tank reduces the claimed dry weight by 2.2 pounds to 368 pounds as well as increases the Ducati 848 EVO’s fuel capacity by 0.66 gallons to 4.75 gallons.

The 2013 Ducati 848 Evo Corse special edition also features fully adjustable Öhlins rear suspension, Ducati Traction Control and Quick Shift, and upgraded 330mm brake discs with radial-mount Brembo monobloc calipers. The 848 Evo Corse SE sits on lightweight 17-inch alloy wheels wrapped in Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP tyres.

The 2013 Ducati 848 Evo Corse special edition is still powered by the same 90-degree V-Twin Testastretta Evoluzione Twin engine linked to six speed gearbox, delivering 138 hp at 10,500 rpm and 72.3 ft-lb. at 9750 rpm.

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KTM Review: 2013 KTM 450 SX-F Factory Edition

KTM has released the second generation KTM 450 SX-F Factory Edition motorcycle. 

This updated limited edition version has been developed through collaboration with the Red Bull KTM Team and KTM‘s R&D departments in both the U.S. and Austria.

The 2013 KTM 450 SX-F Factory Edition is modeled after team rider and 2012 AMA 450 National Motocross Champion Ryan Dungey. 

Based on  the company’s KTM 450 SX-F and is powered by the new-generation 450cc fuel-injected, single-cam, four-stroke engine, for 2013, the limited edition bike features a new electric start system, a redesigned engine case and clutch covers. 

KTM also added a map adjustment switch for easy adjustment of the new ignition curves, as well as an hour meter to help track the time between maintenance intervals.

 

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Suzuki 2013 Review: Suzuki GSX-R1000

 Suzuki has recently produced its one millionth GSX-R motorcycle and is celebrating this special milestone with a commemorative edition of its flagship sportsbike, the GSX-R1000.

Worldwide there will be 1,985 commemorative editions of the GSX-R1000 available, to celebrate the very first year the GSX-R was born.

The GSX-R legend began in 1985 with the launch of the GSX-R750, the range propelling Suzuki to the forefront of motorcycle racing, making the GSX-R series the flagship of the brand and a favourite amongst professional racers and riding enthusiasts.

From the beginning, Suzuki has constantly redefined the GSX-R range into a super sport line-up that delivers the pure excitement of racing performance.

The introduction of the GSX-R750 changed the world of sportsbikes forever, as the first mass produced race replica, it was a race bike first and a street bike second.

Joining the GSX-R750 was the GSX-R600 and GSX-R1000, which equally dominated racetracks and sales in Australia and internationally.

Since its introduction just over a decade ago, the GSX-R1000 has won multiple championships and filled 1,000cc production based road racing grids worldwide and currently holds the Australian Superbike Champion title.

Ridden by 2009 and 2012 Australian Superbike Champion Josh Waters, four-time New Zealand Superbike Champion Robbie Bugden and also recently retired three-time Australian Superbike Champion Shawn Giles, the GSX-R1000 continues to own the racetrack.

Mechanically, the 2013 Suzuki GSX-R1000 special edition remains similar to the 2012 model, where it comes with a new single-side exhaust system, lighter and stronger pistons and other updated engine internals, big piston forks (BPF) as well as Brembo radial-mount monobloc calipers at the front. The 2013 GSX-R1000 weighs 203kg and comes with power figures northwards of 180bhp.

 

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Motorcycle Review: 2012 Kawasaki W800 Special Edition

The 2012 Special Edition of the popular Kawasaki W800 is better than ever and for us the Kawasaki created an instant classic! All metal with the vertical air-cooled twin-cylinder engine, this time travel machine will take you down the vintage road in a heart beat.

The special edition W800 is the latest model from the brand that covers 45 years with Kawasaki W1 original debut in 1966. It was the model with the largest displacement in Japan at that time.


Specification Kawasaki W800 Special Edition – 2012
General Information Kawasaki W800 Special Edition – 2012
Brand : Kawasaki
Model : W800 Special Edition
Year : 2012
Category : Classic
Engine Kawasaki W800 Special Edition – 2012
Engine type : 2 cylinder, 4 stroke
Displacement : 773 cc
Bore Stroke: 77.0 x 83.0 mm
Compression ratio : 8.4:1
Valve : 4
Fuel System : Fuel Injection
Cooling System : Air
Starter : Electric
Power : 48 hp (35kw) at 6500 rpm.
Torque : 60 Nm at 2500 rpm.
Tranmission Kawasaki W800 Special Edition – 2012
Gearbox : 5-speed
Final drive : Chain
Chassis Kawasaki W800 Special Edition – 2012
Frame type : Double cradle tubular steel
Fork rake angle : 27 °
Front suspension : telescopic fork with 39 mm stanchions
Rear suspension : Swingarm with 2 shock absorbers
Front brakes : 300 mm disc
Rear brakes : Drum 160 mm
Tires Front : 100/90-19
Rear Tires : 130/80-18
Dimention and Weight Kawasaki W800 Special Edition – 2012
Overall Length : 2180 mm
Overall Width : 790 mm
Overall Height : 1075 mm
Seat Height : 790 mm
Wheelbase : 125 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity : 14 liters

Motocross Review: 2012 KTM 250 EXC

KTM takes motorcycle racing very seriously and its models are all built to win. The Austrian manufacturer is best known for producing race-winning and class-dominating off-road motorcycles.

Whether in the Extreme Enduro or the E2 World Championship, the KTM 250 EXC is the ultimate victory machine. Built with the ideal combination of performance and weight, the serial Erzberg winner is the enduro to beat when the going gets really tough. Improved performance mounted in a completely revamped chassis, with a new frame, upgrades the lightest enduro in the E2 class even further.




The ideal combination of the playful handling of a 125 and the engine power of a 250cc enduro. With even more performance than before and a completely revamped chassis, the 250 EXC satisfies these requirements even better than ever.

Its new, lighter, cast aluminium swingarm accommodates the shock absorber more centrally, in order to load the swing arms more evenly.

Also, this KTM 250 EXC is equipped with the latest WP upside-down fork with wider adjustment ranges and a new setting. The sensitive responsiveness and outstanding damping of the open-cartridge fork with 48 mm (1.89 in) outer tubes are a perfect complement for the 250 EXC's playful handling and precision.

General information
Model:	KTM 250 EXC
Year:	2012
Category:	Enduro / offroad
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Engine and transmission
Displacement:	249.00 ccm (15.19 cubic inches)
Engine type:	Single cylinder, two-stroke
Engine details:	Reed intake and exhaust control
Compression:	12.5:1
Bore x stroke:	66.4 x 72.0 mm (2.6 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel system:	Carburettor. Keihin PWK 36 S AG
Ignition:	Contactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment, type Kokusan
Lubrication system:	Mixture oil lubrication 1:60
Cooling system:	Liquid
Gearbox:	6-speed
Transmission type, final drive:	Chain
Clutch:	Wet mDouble disk clutch / hydraulically operated
Driveline:	14:50 (13:50). Primary gear 26:72.
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type:	Central tube frame made of chrome molybdenum steel tubing
Rake (fork angle):	26.5°
Front suspension:	WP Suspension Up Side Down 4860 MXMA PA
Front suspension travel:	300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear suspension:	WP Suspension PDS 5018 DCC
Rear suspension travel:	335 mm (13.2 inches)
Front tyre dimensions:	90/90-21
Rear tyre dimensions:	140/80-18
Front brakes:	Single disc
Front brakes diameter:	260 mm (10.2 inches)
Rear brakes:	Single disc
Rear brakes diameter:	220 mm (8.7 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight:	104.0 kg (229.3 pounds)
Seat height:	960 mm (37.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Ground clearance:	355 mm (14.0 inches)
Wheelbase:	1,482 mm (58.3 inches)
Fuel capacity:	9.50 litres (2.51 gallons)
Other specifications
Starter:	Electric & kick
Color options:	Orange/white/black
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Motorcycle Review: 2012 Yamaha Stratoliner Deluxe connecting Apple IPod & IPhone

The Yamaha Stratoliner Deluxe is one of the most powerful and stylish bikes on the market and the 2012 model comes packed with plenty of new features.

Comfort, convenience and style - three words that best describe the 2012 Yamaha Stratoliner Deluxe casual full dress tourer.




For the 2012 model, the new features include a Garmin Zumo 665 GPS that comes with plenty of features, including navigation, Bluetooth, Sirius/XM satellite radio capability, real-time weather and traffic, road condition, and warning, among other things.

In terms of performance, the 2012 Stratoliner Deluxe is powered by a 1,854cc air-cooled, pushrod V-twin engine producing great thrust at any speed. The engine also has a twin-bore downdraft electronic fuel injection that provides optimum engine efficiency and throttle response in the widest possible range of conditions.



As far as the chassis and suspension are concerned, the bike features a long and low aluminum frame that features light handling unlike any other full-size cruiser. Riders can connect iPod ®, mount the air with positive mounted audio controller and let the miles disappear in the distance.