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Thursday, July 29, 2010

DUCATI ANNOUNCES THE 848 EVO SUPERBIKE

PRESS RELEASE

New for 2011, the 848EVO is the year's most significant middleweight sport bike

Cupertino, Calif. (20 July 2010) – Ducati proudly announces today the most powerful middleweight sport bike on the market; the 2011 Ducati 848EVO Superbike.

The new Ducati 848EVO is the pinnacle of sport bike engineering, designed to be the leader in the middleweight class. Weighing only 369 pounds and propelled by 140 horsepower and 72 lb/ft of torque, it is the most powerful motorcycle in its category.

The 848EVO is based upon Ducati's best ever selling middleweight Superbike- the 848. Along with the "EVO" designation comes a significant amount of upgrades based on AMA Pro Racing feedback and consumer demand.

At the heart of the 848EVO is the Testastretta Evoluzione engine, significantly redesigned for a higher power output. All new cylinder heads, pistons, throttle bodies and camshafts combine for a forceful output of 140hp @ 10,500rpm and 72.3 lb/ft of torque @9,750rpm. All of this significant engine performance is wrapped in new black cylinder cases.

In addition to the more powerful engine, the 848EVO's chassis and braking systems have been upgraded. A cross-mounted steering damper has been added for greater control of the steering system, and the welcome addition of Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP tires will ensure maximum grip while delivering every last horsepower to the asphalt.

The 848EVO receives a massive upgrade to the braking system in the form of Brembo Monobloc calipers. These single-piece calipers are machined from solid alloy and achieve a higher rigidity and resistance to distortion during extreme braking. The resulting increase in hydraulic efficiency not only delivers incredible braking power, but also provides an enhanced and precise 'feel' at the brake lever.

All this combines to form the most potent, powerful and lightweight middle class sport bike available; both for the road or race track usage. For 2011, a special "Dark" version will be available; which unlike "Dark" editions of Ducati's past will be a truly black bike from front to rear, giving the motorcycle an aggressive look and attitude.

The Ducati 848EVO Superbike will be available in North American Ducati Dealerships at the end of August, 2010. Impressively, MSRP will remain unchanged from the 2010 848 it replaces: $12,995 for the "Dark" edition, and $13,995 for Ducati Red.

Yamaha Star V Star 250 Review

Unintimidating may not be the sexiest descriptor ever applied to a motorcycle, yet unintimidating is right up the alley for those just starting out on two wheels. An entry-level motorcycle needs to be easy-to-ride, functional and fun. The Yamaha’s V Star 250 pulls off all these feats quite well.

The 250 street bike market isn’t exactly robust these days in the bigger-is-better USofA. Riders not interested in a scooter or dual-sport have few options from the major OEMs. Kawasaki corners the sporty side with its class-dominating Ninja 250R, while Honda offers its Parallel Twin-powered Rebel (the Nighthawk no longer in the rotation). Suzuki delivers two options in its new single-cylinder TU250X (Read our 2009 Suzuki TU250X Review) and the Parallel Twin GZ250.

The V Star 250 is notable as the lone V-Twin 250 from the major players. (Note: Hyosung’s GV250, which we were unable to secure for a comparison, also sports a V-Twin.)

span class="fullpost" >2010 Star V Star 250 Review It packs a little punch with its 249cc engine, but the V Star 250's V-Twin configuration helps it stand out in the 250 class. Formerly known as the Virago 250 (cooler name by the way…), the little V Star’s 249cc engine resides down in the itty-bitty end of the displacement pool of the Yamaha Star Motorcycles lineup.

While the 60-degree V-Twin won’t get mistaken for the big ol’ 1854cc mill powering its Star Raider sibling, it does deliver a more authentic cruiser look than most of its 250 rivals. A single 26mm Mikuni carb feeds fuel to the air-cooled V Star engine, and liberal use of the choke lever, located on the left hand controls, is a must on cold starts. Thumb the electric starter and the 250 manages city streets quite well, once it shakes off its wake-up call. Two-valve heads top cylinders with a 49mm bore by 66mm stroke, the compression ratio an even 10:1.

Dyno runs show a modest peak of 18 horsepower and 13.8 lb-ft of torque. So while the Star ain’t going to win many drag races (see sidebar), it does produce manageable, newbie-friendly power. V Star 250 Lightweight at 327lbs fully-fueled the V Star 250 is quite easy to ride, with a low, inviting 27-inch seat height. 2010 Star V Star 250 Review Acceleration is brisk enough to navigate helter-skelter city traffic, with smooth throttle and fueling ensuring the hamfisted newb won’t get frustrated with herky-jerky inputs. The Star’s little motor can rattle up to 55mph without trouble.

Classic Motorcycles - The Honda CB750

Even in 1968, the motorcycle industry with large capacity limited to manufacturers British and European and American.

The Japanese were coming, however, and has already achieved great successes in the middle classes and light weight since 1948.

However, in 1968, everything changed. It was not one looked really coming. Perhaps the self-satisfied when the British motorcycle industry decided that the Japanese will not enter the arena, a large bike.

Naturally, the definition of "big bike" means anything more than 750cc, and in many ways refer to the same 750cc category, and once again was going to be any change in the 1970s.

However, in October 1968 saw a huge difference in motorcycles. Only a few months of the year, and victory began the new "big bike", and Trident. This machine produced 58bhp and a top speed of 125mph. Properly handle and the victory and high hopes for it.

However, the cosmetic is ugly to some extent for the time, and expensive when compared to the level of twins age.

Tokyo saw the 1968 and show a motorcycle shock launch CB750 Honda. Design immediately caught the eye. Flow lines, and in victory and not "look" box, mostly as a result milk rectangular bread "" tank, and the stunning four-cylinder engine with four exhaust pipes, disc brakes front and rear indicators and electric starter is something very mad.

And technologically advanced well. And the engine was completely new and have very low levels of vibration, which makes it incredibly soft to the day, and brake and revelation.

The smoothness of the engine a lot to do with the main design brief, which was "more the better" with respect to the engine.

One of the main objectives of the development of the device, which can suffer comfortably for long periods. Were studied and one of the keys to this limit was vibration, and many configurations to find out what type and size of the engine and provide a minimum of vibration.

Was found to vibrate problem in the 500cc engines on the ability to form a double parallel shared. V twins have been tested and style boxer engines, and the result of four configurations are included in the 750cc.

The bike was well received in the United States and then in the United Kingdom, where it was presold the first installment as a whole.

The bike was a great success, combining the state a lot of design art, both in terms of design and mechanics. It was very quiet for the day, and due to some changes in engine design brand new, split horizontally cans facilities (Alkrnkat For example, the device that is unlikely that oil leaking or need constant attention.

CB750 was an instant hit, and paved the way for a massive change in the manufacture of motorcycles. This is the dawn of Superbike.

Honda VFR1200F - The New Sports Tourer on the Block

There was a large number of motorcycles expected protector over the years but the excitement and speculation which emerged on VFR1200F New Honda V4 powered must certainly rank up there with the most fervent

Honda showed the bike originally from V4 concept in late 2008 in the annual exhibition for trade Intermot, which was held in Cologne. Group to model the distinctive tongues wagging and speculation - fueled by the experience of a number of humor sites and leaked information - was rife on what was next in the pipeline.

The company has developed finally fans out of their misery in 2009, when VFR1200F officially announced and unveiled for the entire device in that year the Tokyo Motor Show. The production of the sport bike tour of October 2009 and the beginning of 2010 saw the delivery of prototypes of the merchants.

So, what is it about the VFR1200F enthusiasts so excited? Well, one of the main reasons is that while the bike is available for a hierarchical system of traditional manual transmission, and can also be equipped with automatic transmission binary - which, although well established in like BMW and Volkswagen, the first of its kind bike bursts in the world.

Dual-clutch system one sees working grip, third and fifth gears, while the other is responsible for the second, fourth and sixth. Is a choice of three modes: fully automatic, sports, and a guide.

On the one hand engine, and uses the V4 VFR1200F Unicam overhead camshaft distribution system, and one already for a walk in Honda motorcycles off-road. Has also been positioning the crank pins and the cylinder firing in a specific way, so as to reduce vibration.

Has taken a dual combined braking system on the show in previous models IFR jump to more than 1200F, while the included anti-lock brakes as standard.

Aesthetically, the bike is a winner, with the design of lending gift layers form a unique shape while maintaining the optimum air flow and heat management. And potential buyers can choose from three color options - Candy emergence of the Red, Pearl White, Sunbeam and seal Metalliic silver.

Costs VFR1200F £ 11,596 on the road, and comes with a three-year roadside breakdown cover and warranty for a period of three years. With cheap insurance motorcycle Honda available to drivers willing to shop around seems to be a good deal-General of the machine is enormous.