Showing posts with label Motorcycle. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Motorcycle. Show all posts

Sunday, July 31, 2011

Yamaha FZ8 S Sport and Sport, the Japanese nakeds

Yamaha FZ8 S Sport and Sport, the Japanese nakeds. For more than a decade has produced a maturing market and the customers of the two wheels where the average customer has been looking for a sport bike, powerful, high performance and very high maintenance to other compliant Sports expectations but with a more logical: the nakeds. A style that revolutionized the Ducati Monster, and as has happened before, has been imitated by Japanese competitors during this time. Thus we arrive at the last exponent of nakeds country of the rising sun: the Sport and S Yamaha Sport FZ8.


With an engine which is already "do not know what" call mid-displacement (779cc) with a power curve of the face in areas linked to curves while allowing relaxed driving. The Yamaha 106cv are declared to get you out of any predicament or to generate a high dose of adrenaline when you need it.

Yet there has been a product of that love at first sight or surprised when we got it. Its 215 211Kg with a full tank detract agility and make the shortcomings of their suspensions emerge sooner than one would wish. For these drawbacks Yamaha, a year after the marketing of the standard model, I would like a little touch of quality by the Slovenian firm Akrapovic.


To promote the model have been responsible for conducting this equipment consisting of silent Sport Akrapovic Slip On Titanium carbon finish, keel game, a new license plate and flashing LED. Not a big change from the standard specification but the appeal of the matter is that the Japanese offered at a price of 7999 Euros for the Euro 8699 FZ8 Sport and the dela Fazer8 Sport-both below the usual price the base model.

As is now standard in the scene of the engine, electric flood the latest news in practically any industry. So a while ago that KTM put to work to keep pace in the development of machines that will probably lead the market in the near future. The Austrian bid passes not only comply with what we have in the market but to overcome it: KTM Freeride.


With 90kg of weight, the ever aggressive look of the motocross and an electric motor capable of reaching 30hp, the Freeride is almost certainly become the new benchmark and fighting Quantya Zero Motorcycles. Hopefully a price below $ 10,000 to the attention of customers who choose to enjoy the quiet.

Indeed, we found an ingenious way to start a KTM Adventure without breaking a sweat-based pushing. If you've ever been shot with your fellow path and have not known how this is going again a very good way.

Entering the world of competition the International Motorcycling Federation published on its website the report of the commissioned study on radiation ARPA Motegi be held in October where the Japanese Grand Prix. A Grand Prize of time with the refusal of drivers like Casey Stoner and Jorge Lorenzo, but the organization has insisted on keeping as real shows of solidarity and gratitude to a country historically turned the world of two wheels. In addition, the study has been conclusive about the consequences of staying in the loop for a week: negligible.

Finally, we review some of the best returns that have been on a bike on the Nürburgring Nordschleife where the seven-minute rotation are available only to good hands on some of the best machines at the time.

Monday, January 31, 2011

Blackline Latest Products Harley-Davidson

Harley-Davidson introduced its newest product, Blackline, in New York. "Like throwing gasoline on a fire that burns the whole exercise, was not restrained to ride," so a little boasting of American motor manufacturer about the Blackline.

Blackline Softail to get an update based on the fuel tank and handlebar drag. Trimnya also quite decorative and there are small lights. Then, bobbed rear fender above the rear tire profile characterizes the authentic hardware.


Front lights a compact design with a speedometer tucked low. Front view more dashing with front forks combined rather wide black rim.

Add a sturdy, Big Twin engine Twin Cam 96B berkelir black and silver combination with a double seat like a ladder. Driving comfort can be enjoyed thanks to the use coil-over shock absorber on the rear suspension is mounted horizontally.

"As you see, Blackline lean like a wire, hard as iron, and dark like asphalt in the middle of the night," said HD management.

Sunday, January 30, 2011

Kawasaki Launching Z1000SX, Z1000SX Tourer, the Ninja ZX-10R and Z750R

Kawasaki British simultaneous release of four new models Z1000SX, Z1000SX Tourer, the Ninja ZX-10R and Z750R January 27, 2011. To enliven the event which was attended by consumers and fans of Kawasaki, go on display VN900, ZZR1400, Z1000 and there are again some other models.


What keistimew aan of four brand-new model that? We start from the so-called Z1000SX able to shorten the gap antaragaya naked bike with a motor sport in the racing circuit. Moge is equipped with new engines 1.043cc, 16-valve, DOHC inline four-cylinder produces power 101.5 kW at 9600 rpm and torque of 110 nM at 7800 rpm.

Engine specifications above are also used in Z1000SX Tourer. The difference, only on view, as for touring, then the plus side or back as a safety deposit box for long-distance trips (touring).

Ninja ZX-10R is Kawasaki's flagship to compete in the Superbike event. Machine equipped with 998 cc, DOHC, 16 valve power 147.1 kW at 13,000 rpm and torque of 114.3 Nm at 11,500 rpm. Meanwhile, Z750R offers design sport touring motorcycle engined 748 cc DOHC, 16 valve combined 6-speed manual transmission (rotary). Strength, 106 Ps at 10 500 rpm.

The presence of four new models used by each dealer to do the promo, including installments without interest (0 percent) or mild installments. Then, there are attractive prizes to consumers in the form of visits to the factory Kawasaki in Japan for two people, touring around Europe (including the motorcycle loans) and local touring.

Saturday, January 29, 2011

Yamaha Mio Modification

Yamaha Mio Modification - Modification of low rider style is no longer something special. But, there are interesting from the work of Bambang Winarto, master Herry Matic Modification (HMM), while establishing his Yamaha Mio Sporty 2007. Experience as a craftsman and player of Jepara furniture almost 30 years he practiced at skutik "tuning fork" is.


So, for ornament or detail MODIF, fiddle with that part modif by Papi-Bambang close calls through the folds of paper. "The technique I use plain paper folds do if we want to create ornaments on the furniture. Modification paper folds up to be the motive in doing things with accordingly," explained Bambang.

Capital work wear body make paper plate material is applied with a thickness of 1.4 mm. This especially applies to the front so it looks a little bloated and like Maxim Scooter when viewed from the front. Both the indentation and pulling there baseball body that looks forced.

Once again refer to the front. Plates are made like darts that hit the bottom of the nose. Could also be likened to the royal helmet that protects the nose. "This is made separately. All the bolts are designed on the inside, so baseball looked," said Bambang.

Results of other paper folds appear on the exhaust. Bet you thought there were two mufflers. In fact, the bottom functions as a heat drain machines

Honda Scoopy for Young People

Honda Scoopy for Young People - Honda Scoopy just been launched. Retronya style, Honda Scoopy is believed to be attracting young people who want to look stylish. It was submitted by the Vice President of PT Astra Honda Motor (AHM) Loman on the sidelines of the launch Scoopy, in FCone, FX Plaza, Jalan Sudirman, Jakarta.


These motors retro modern, young kids would love it," says Loman. Because with all-rounded view seen in almost all of his body from the body line, the design of the headlamps, lamps Sein up a pair of twins who were also rounded rearview mirror.

While equipped with flashing lights twilight round multireflektor which includes the lighting becomes brighter. Appearance even more sweet with simple striping also reinforce the impression that carries retro in skutik 110 cc engine. "Young people's wants to be different, Scoopy could be her choice," said Director of Marketing AHM Julius Aslan.

Honda Tiger Asked to Return Eyes One

Honda Tiger Asked to Return Eyes One - Astra Indonesia. Confessing that face New Tiger Revolution now appear with a single head lamp aka one-eyed, no longer with the headlamp asymmetrical, because the many demands of consumers who want the Tiger to look like first.


"Tiger is we have made the longer version of the single head lamp because many consumers are asking for Tiger to look like first. Besides, we also want up Tiger Honda sales are currently not as expected," said General Manager of Marketing Planning and Analysis Division PT AHM Augustine Indraputra on the sidelines of the launch of Honda PCX.

Honda's latest Tiger release, then. Equipped with a Visor on the top of the main lights create the appearance of new variant of this sporty model looks more sporty and handsome. In addition, the new design on the aluminum support bracket and panel meters headlights are coated chrome color adds luxury and stylish new Tiger variant.

Honda sports motorcycle segment during May 2010 only 13 427 units recorded a sales figure derived from the model Mega Pro, Tiger, and Honda CS1.

Honda PCX 125 cc Tech Injection Skutik

Honda PCX 125 cc Tech Injection Skutik - Honda PCX equipped with high technology that has not been there in the rest of Indonesia which skutik Idling Stop System. This technology will be temporarily shut off the engine after skutik stopped in a matter of three seconds and the driver only needs to pull the gas lever to turn it on again. This technology is supported by the application of the alternator / starter and the first advanced at a skutik.


Honda tech injection skutik PCX is the first in Indonesia. Engine 125 cc PGM-FI make this motor more fuel-efficient, environmentally friendly, and even meet the standards of Euro 3 exhaust emission. V-matic technology Honda engine combined with a built-in liquid cooled engine temperature will stabilize so that makes Honda PCX has a great power, but still accelerates maximally efficient when used long journey.

Honda's anti-burglar alarm system PCX have intelligence in detecting vibration and movement to activate the system, controlled by remote control. A special and the first offerings that exist only in premium skutik Honda.

Not only that, Honda PCX also still equipped with sophisticated hydraulic system with 3 Combi Brake caliper make shorter braking distances and stability during braking.

PCX Honda also offers the sensation of comfort on the road through sit-ins design riding position, large berprofile tubeless tire that is stable, and dual rear suspension. In addition, Honda is also equipped with intelligent PCX shutter key which serves as a safety ignition magnet, the lever opening the trunk volume, which can store 32 liters fullface helmets, as well as uncapped berkepasitas 6.2-liter petrol tank.

President Director of PT AHM Yusuke Hori declare the presence of PCX Honda is expected to be able to strengthen the Honda brand in Indonesia as a pioneer in high technology in the motor segment skutik. "We hope Honda PCX skutik premium trend leader in Indonesia", he said.

Executive Vice President Director of PT AHM Loman add premium segment motorcycles synonymous with a lifestyle that far better known in motor sport markets. Motor manufacturers in Indonesia have not been playing in this premium segment skutik.

"We want all of Honda's choice. Therefore we represent the product in every segment, including by introducing our new flagship for skutik premium, namely Honda PCX. " With all the benefits of design and technology, Honda PCX is projected to meet the metropolitan lifestyle of men aged 25-30 years with a profile of trendy, smart, very concerned look and have interest in the bike a comfortable, luxurious and high tech.

Friday, December 24, 2010

Mission R: Combination CBR600 Honda, KTM, and Ducati

Technology and design of electric supersport motorcycle increasingly sophisticated. This was mainly on bikes used for racing in the arena TTXGP or eGrandPrix. Entering the third year TTXGP in 2011, one of its members are Mission Motors of San Francisco, USA. They introduced the flagship electric motorcycle, the Mission R, last Friday.


Combination top
Bike with sexy figure and this aesthetic is the work of two famous designers Mission Motors, namely James Parker and Tim Prentice of Motonium Design. James Parker specially commissioned to design the chassis, while the body, the fairing, and the rest handed over to Tim Prentice, a designer of industrial products are already much modified moge.

Further, the figure of exotic Mission R obtained because the designer is able to unite pieces of Honda CBR600R figure (on the fairing and body), KTM RC8 (rear seat), and Ducati 900 (order).

Not only that, technology or products that are grafted to prop up the performance motorcycles is also great. Components front and rear suspension uses shock absorbers (shock absorber) are the same as on a motorcycle for MotoGP, that Ohlin. The same is visible on the brakes (Brembo) and wheels (Marchesini).

Compact Battery
Although not specify the size of batteries and electric motors are used, including other woods supporting components, motorcycle power source is considered to be very compact by Mission Motors and claimed to be smaller than 600 cc supersport engine.

Mission Heart R is a three-phase induction electric motor that produces power and torque of 141 PS Nm@0-6.400 156 rpm. Electric motors are alternating current (AC) is cooled by the liquid. The lithium-ion batteries are paired here have the ability to store electric energy 14.4 kWh. For once the contents, the battery can run a motorcycle drive up to a distance of 250 km and reaches a top speed of 250 km / hour. Meanwhile, the electric motor power was transferred to the wheels transmission single speed.

The battery consists of several modules are equipped with an integrated control system. Battery management system will adjust the charging current and the energy released to rotate the electric motor. This energy source is packaged in a box made of carbon fiber coated with a dielectric material.

Interestingly enough, Mission R features a skeleton who imitated from Ducati with yellow paint. Frame is made from a mixture of billet aluminum and chrome pipes. Furthermore, data or the condition of major components, namely the battery temperature, voltage, power when driving, speed, GPS coordinates, and other monitored through WiFi and 3G connections.

Vespa Limited in Australia

Vespa Limited in Australia - Vespa had a surprise in Australia (Aussy). Italian scooter manufacturer has recently launched two limited edition models of the Vespa GTV 300 "Via Montenapoleone" and GTS 300 "Super Sport" in the event the Melbourne Motorcycle Expo, last week.


From the display, GTS model 300 has a sporty design and equipped with Quasar engine capacity of 300 cc. Combined with titanium color cast in the whole body. Then, there are emblems "super sport" on both sides and dibanderol 8890 Australian dollars, or Rp77, 2 million per unit.

"GTS 300 Super Sport invites you more sporty than the conventional model. The name of the classic Vespa scooter Super Sport is a sports mecca," a statement from management Vespa.

While GTV 300 Via Montenapoleone a more classic is a special model and its name was given by the fashion designer from Milan, Italy. This unit is the first time appeared in the EICMA motorcycle show in Milan, the end of 2009.

Via Montenapoleone Nero has a unique color with a touch of chrome on the wheels. Gray leather seats and a new rear rack mounting. For cardiac pacemaker, just like the Super Sport (Quasar 300cc) with 9990 prices Australian dollars (Rp86, 7 million).

Wednesday, November 17, 2010

E-Vivacity Peugeot Motorcycles

E-Vivacity Peugeot Motorcycles - In Indonesia, automatic scooter or scooter increasingly popular because it is practical. In Europe too. The difference is, there skutik technology has begun to shift from conventional engines to electric motors. Well, Peugeot Motorcycles try to display the E-Vivacity at EICMA exhibition in Milan, Italy.

E-Vivacity Peugeot Motorcycles

This scooter offers a revolution of a private vehicle in a compact and environmentally friendly electricity to power 100 percent pure. Peugeot calls it, "Vehicles are fun, easy to drive, with Acceleration yahud".

Its weight is 115 pounds lighter and is claimed to be categorized a distance of 45 km in the city or when traveling 60 km away. Once the battery, it takes 5 hours by directly plugging the cord into the socket at home. These lithium batteries have a long life because it has proven capable of repeatedly charged up to 1,000 times.

Although tiny, E-Vivacity technology allows batteries recharge by utilizing the kinetic force created when braking, similar to the Toyota Prius Hybrid. Interestingly, this scooter has a reverse gear but can only be used on slow speed only.

E-Vivacity will complement all Peugeot scooter models that are still holding 4-stroke gasoline engine from 2011.

For your information, a French motorcycle manufacturer is the first manufacturer to market the electric scooter in the event of Cologne Motor Show 1996. The model sold 3,500 units for 10 years until 2006. It seems, with E-Vivacity, Peugeot wanted to create a new record for sales of electric scooters.

Saturday, October 30, 2010

BMW R1200R 2011 with a New Design

BMW R1200R 2011 with a New Design - BMW R1200R and R1200R BMW Classic Model 2011 will appear at the EICMA Milan 2010. Nakedbike style motorcycle is equipped with a DOHC engine capacity of 1170 cc. Engine 8-valve, parallel-twin engine has been installed i ni R1200GS and R1200RT introduced last year.

BMW R1200R 2011

It's just that the machines installed on R1200R 2011 have more aggressive power with 110 hp and 119 Nm of torque.

Looks his face also gets the new touch, like the stylish rear lights BMW K1300. The new design looks more impressive body and macho. While on the type highlighted desian Classic retro-style alloy wheels.

Both are equipped with electronic suspension (ESA), anti-lock brakes (ABS) and automatic stability control

Friday, October 29, 2010

Honda CBR 250R Launched

After the CBR 150R a few days ago, now re-launched Honda CBR 250R. The launch was attended by officials of Honda Motor Co., Honda India, and Indonesia among them Honda Yusuke Hori as President of PT Astra Honda Motor and John Loman as Vice President of PT Astra Honda Motor.

The launch was covered by more than 300 journalists from eight countries (Indonesia, India, Pakistan, Australia, South Korea, Japan, and Thailand). as the host). Kompas.com invited by PT Astra Honda Motor (AHM) joined together with several journalists covering the online and national television.

In his remarks, the Senior Managing Director COO for Motorcycle Operations Honda Motor Co. said Tatsuhiro Oyama, Honda CBR 250R is recorded as the second global product is presented to journalists and consumers in the world.

"Is Honda's first global product PCX, introduced in November last year. In July, Honda Motor also declared vision 2020 with a residence time of 10 years is to increase the maximum production for the consumer with a focus on speed, endurance, and exhaust emissions are extremely low , "Oyama said.

Honda CBR 250R is the sports product first Asian production. "We plan to export this model from Thailand and India to more than 20 countries around the world," said Fumihiko Ike, COO for Regional Managing Director Asia & Oceania, at the launch.

With more than 40 years of experience that exist at the Honda plant in Thailand, continued Fumihiko, produced products from Thailand is trying to be introduced to foreign journalists. One of them PCX, which is exported from Thailand, also to Japan and Europe.

"Now, based on the strength of concept and quality product that is here (Thailand), we believe that CBR 250R acceptable to consumers in the world," said Fumihiko.

Plus ABS For information, Honda CBR 250R with a capacity of 249 cc DOHC 4-stroke, single cylinder, and equipped with liquid cooling system. Interestingly, the rate freeze system, Honda sport bike is equipped with ABS system that dkilaim as the first in his class. Its weight, if without ABS, 161 kg and 165 kg with ABS or still 4 kg lighter than its competitors, "The Green".

In Thailand alone, CBR 250R is marketed in November. As for global marketing, including ASEAN, will start in spring next year.