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Production Brammo Empulse R and Empulse At Last Break CoverPosted at May 11th, 2012 in NewsThe long road from conception to archetype to finished product – at last ended for the electric bike, Brammo Empulse in LA at swanky club. With b-list celebrities, scantily clad models and love music milling about, the production motorcycle was revealed, however more significantly. Final specifications and MSRP were also unveiled to assembled shoppers and media. The spy pics speak for themselves – it is a striking design, particularly for market class, which has been conquered by wonky, weird looking motorcycles. The battery pack and basic frame looks same like the archetype which toured the country last year, however the tank and tail section are abbreviated, while the radiator is moved down low behind front wheel. The premium braking and suspension components by Sachs, Brembo and Marzocchi will be retained as are the [...]
Dinli DL282 RevealedPosted at May 7th, 2012 in NewsCheck out the all-new Dinli DL282, a cruiser that was showcased last week in Taiwan at International Auto Show. Motivation for the DL282 will come from a Taiwanese built 750cc single-cylinder water cooled powerplant. Inquisitively, it is a twist and go, using a continuously variable transmission. No power numbers have been released. So far there is no word on price or whether they will be offered in Europe. The Dinli DL 282 is a single cylinder water cooled cruiser motorcycle now owns the title World’s biggest capacity single cylinder mass produced motorcycle. Showcased at Taiwan Motorcycle Show this year, it has just been unveled and there is no word on whether they will be marketed to other regions like Europe or other parts of Asia. It gets a shiny finish on the front fender and tank, and features a split rear muffler and [...]
Yamaha RD350LC sells for 18k EuroPosted at May 4th, 2012 in NewsAn all-new 1981 Yamaha RD350LC marketed on eBay past week in Australia for a stunning 17,784.58 Euro. It is been in dry storage since new and has never been, or is likely to ever be started – let alone road registered. Yamaha RD350LC is a bike, which was designed and engineered by Yamaha in the year 1980 till 1986. It featured a 2-stroke parallel twin powerplant with identical stroke and bore of the previous model predecessor Yamaha RD350. But, the motorcycle maker made other enhancements in exhaust and porting and added liquid cooling for complying with ever tightening emission regulations. The RD350LC constantly evolved throughout its life and was developed in Brazil. In some nations, like US, the YPVS models were marketed as Yamaha Rz350.
Touratech builds ultimate BMW G650GS SertaoPosted at May 2nd, 2012 in NewsTouratech USA have thrown many of their aftermarket products at BMW G650GS Sertao, and ended up with a motorcycle you see to the right. Whereas the motorcycle has been put together by Touratech USA, a quick glance at its site displays all the components and many more are offered here in United Kingdom, so you will be able to spec up your Sertao to your own specs. Components fitted to BMW G650GS are crash bars, Zega Pro top box and panniers, HID foglights, higher screen, centre stand, bashplate and more. Touratech USA is a leading marque in aftermarket accessories for large adventure and touring bikes. The most famous motorcycles they serve include the BMW F800GS, KTM 990 and BMW R1200GS. Innovative and quality designs are the hallmarks of Touratech products and its product range includes luggage solutions, GPS navigation, ergonomic [...]
New Aprilia RS4 125 Biaggi Replica RevealedPosted at April 30th, 2012 in NewsAn Italian motorcycle company, Aprilia has revealed its 2012 Aprilia RS4 125 SBK replica that features a Max Biaggi replica paint scheme. In addition to the Biaggi paint scheme that celebrates WSB championship of Biaggi lead after the first 3 rounds this year, it is now offered with wavy discs, Pirelli Diablo Rossi II tires, single seat cowl and quickshifter. The 2012 RRS4 125 SBK is available for the price of 4,299 that’s 200 Euro unlike the current RS4. The motorcycle has revealed the RS4 50 SBK Replica that will be offered for 3,099 Euro. Both motorcycles will be arriving this June at dealers. For the first time on a 125cc bike, the company provides the groundbreaking Aprilia Quick Shift system, an advanced technological solution derived directly from its large sister, RSV4 APRC. It launches 2 brand new small powerplant [...]
2012 Star Raider SCL RevealedPosted at April 25th, 2012 in News2012 Star Raider SCL is a very limited production, very special Raider for those seeking a truly distinctive chopper inspired motorcycle. It will be loaded with plenty of premium cruiser features and will be designed for those who value exclusivity. The newly designed Blazing Orange high metallic paint was created especially for this bike. Combined with metal shine and flake made possibly by six-layer painting process, its vibrancy is unlike any other color created for Star Motorcycle. 2012 Star Raider SCL Benefits and Features Engine 2 spark plugs per cylinder and 4 pushrod activated valves offer optimum combustion efficiency with classically beautiful engine architecture. 1854cc OHV air-cooled with pushrod 48-degree V-twin and four valves per cylinder that churns out max power at 4500 rpm and max torque at just 2500 rpm for relaxed, [...]
Honda Crosstourer SE RevealedPosted at April 18th, 2012 in NewsThe Honda Crosstourer is to be joined by a higher spec SE model, when the new adventure motorcycle hits dealers April 14-15. It will be equipped with an aluminium look 32 litre top box that can be expanded to 39 litres, heated grips, matching panniers, taking the total capacity to 123 litres, a front cowl bar and centre stand. It will be available for the price of 13,3785 Euro that’s 1900 Euro more unlike the standard Crosstourer offered for Euro 11,475. The Honda Crosstourer is basically a dual-sport bike, which was originally revealed in 2011 at EICMA Motorcycle Show by the Japanese maker Honda. The 1237cc V4 powerplant is a re-tuned version of engine which was originally used on 2010 VFR1200F model. The camshaft, valve timing and fuel injection mapping have all been redesigned for producing lower power unlike VFR1200F, claimed [...]
Limited edition KTM 690 Duke Track RevealedPosted at April 11th, 2012 in NewsKTM has introduced a track only limited edition version of 690 Duke based on the motorcycles competing in the 2012 KTM sponsored EJC (European Junior Cup). Just 200 units are to have the same specification as the European Junior Cup motorcycles, which will see riders from over 13 countries battle across 8 rounds as a support race for World Superbike Championship. Available for less than 10,000 Euro but not homologated for road use, the 690 Duke Track Limited Edition comes equipped with plenty of KTM PowerParts, modifications to some standard components and bespoke items for making a truly formidable circuit weapon gaining 9 horsepower and losing 10kg over its 150kg road counterpart. The power increase is gained from enhancements to the airbox, a PowerParts camshaft with bespoke fuel map and a full titanium Akrapovic exhaust. Ergonomic [...]
2012 Yamaha WR450F UnveiledPosted at April 6th, 2012 in NewsYamaha revealed its 2012 WR450F that features a number of changes which drastically enhance handling and engine performance. The new Keihin fuel injection system offers a smoother power delivery and instant throttle response, whereas the new compact Bilateral Beam frame offers quicker direction changes and incredibly light handling. You may not know where the trail will take you, but with new WR450F, you know that you will get there and back. The all new 2012 Yamaha WR450F is ready to attack a Hare Scrambles course or tame the roughest woods section with its KYB piggyback shock and 48mm YZ based Speed Sensitive System fork. The YZ connection doesn’t stop there, the new YZ250F inspired bodywork means fast, easy rider movements. The 2012 Yamaha WR450F features a reliable and powerful high revving highly evolved 5-titanium-value [...]
BMW F800GS Trophy and Triple Black Special Editions RiddenPosted at March 30th, 2012 in NewsEver since we rode, the brilliant Triumph Tiger 800, we have known with complete certainly that it was one of the best 800cc motorcycles on Earth till now. We have just ridden the BMW F800GS Trophy Special Edition and BMW F800GS Triple Black and they are very good. The F800GS Triple Black comes standard with a deep black paint finish with rims and fork tubes in anodized black counterpointed well by chrome spokes. The swingarm is a color known as Nurburg Silver by BMW and frame is granite grey. All this costs £8145 unlike the £7950 for standard model. It is unquestionably stylish, but if all that black isn’t your thing, a more colorful choice is a £8345 F800GS Trophy, inspired by biannual GS Trophy enduro show for ordinary riders. The BMW F800GS Trophy comes with handguards with spoilers, an aluminium bash plate, a tasty [...]