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The Ultimate in motorcycle luxury. Every now and then a bike comes along that defines a certain type of riding, for long-distance riding in comfort and style, the BMW K1200LT is undoubtedly the king of the road. It’s big, It’s bad and smooth as a baby’s bottom.

In 1999 the K 1200 LT received the “Motorcycle of the Year” award from Rider Magazine. The Robb Report named it the “Best of the Best”, and Cycle World named the LT the “Best Touring Bike”.

Technical parameters

Video review of BMW K1200 LT

You need two things for an unforgettable sport-adventure. The first is a road with twists and turns that lead from one spectacular view to another. The second is a bike with the performance to make the most of every mile – and there’s no better machine to do that than the V-Strom 1000. It has a Suzuki fuel-injected, 90-degree V-twin engine tuned for incredible low-end and mid-range torque, so you can tap into thrilling acceleration in every gear. It has a lightweight rigid chassis and advanced suspension to provide remarkably crisp handling even on the tightest back roads. When you reach the open highway, the V-Strom 1000 excels. Its smooth engine performance, aerodynamic windshield and ergonomic riding position provide a level of comfort that makes it one of the finest sport-touring machines available. With the Suzuki V-Strom 1000, the sport-adventure is yours for the taking.

Chassis
Brakes Front Disc brake, twin Disc brake, twin
Brakes Rear Disc brake Disc brake
Color Pearl Mira Red/Black Pearl Nebular Black
Curb Weight 238 kg (525 lbs) 252 kg (555 lbs)
Final Drive RK525 SMOZ7, 112 links RK525 SMOZ7, 112 links
Fuel Tank Capacity 22 L (5.8/4.8 US/Imp gal) 22 L (5.8/4.8 US/Imp gal)
Ground Clearance 165 mm (6.5 in) 165 mm (6.5 in)
Overall Length 2295 mm (90.4 in) 2295 mm (90.4 in)
Overall Width 910 mm (35.8 in) TBD
Seat Height 840 mm (33.1 in) 840 mm (33.1 in)
Suspension Front Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Suspension Rear Link type, coil spring, oil damped Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Tires Front 110/80 R19 M/C 59H, tubeless 110/80 R19 M/C 59H, tubeless
Tires Rear 150/70 R17 M/C 69H, tubeless 150/70 R17 M/C 69H, tubeless
Transmission 6-speed constant mesh 6-speed constant mesh
Wheelbase 1535 mm (60.4 in) 1535 mm (60.4 in)
Engine
Bore Stroke 98.0 mm (3.858 in) x 66.0 mm (2.598 in) 98.0 mm (3.858 in) x 66.0 mm (2.598 in)
Compression Ratio 11.3 : 1 11.3 : 1
Engine 996 cc (60.8 cu. In), 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 90-degree V-twin 996 cc (60.8 cu. In), 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 90-degree V-twin
Fuel System Fuel injection Fuel injection
Ignition Electronic ignition (Transistorized) Electronic ignition (Transistorized)
Lubrication Wet sump Wet sump
Starter Electric Electric
Warranty
Warranty

12 month unlimited mileage limited warranty.

12 month unlimited mileage limited warranty.

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Type – 4-stroke, four-cylinder, with the collapse of the cylinder angle of 90 °, 16-valve, liquid-cooled, overhead camshaft (DOHC)
Working volume, cm3 – 781.7
Bore and stroke, mm – 72 x 48
Compression ratio – 11,6:1
The power supply system – PGM-FI, electronic fuel injection
Maximum power – 82 kW at 10 500 rev / min (95/1/EC) / 80 Nm at 8750 r / min (95/1/EC)
Ignition – Computer-controlled digital transistorized ignition system with electronically controlled ignition timing
Starter – Electric
Transmission – 6-speed

Dimensions

length- 2,120 mm

width-735 mm

height-1,195mm
Wheelbase, mm – 1460
Seat height, mm – 805
Ground clearance, mm – 130
Fuel tank capacity, l – 22
Front Wheel – 17M / C MT3.50, with spokes “U”-shaped cross section
Wheel Rear – 17M / C MT5.50, with spokes “U”-shaped cross section
Front tire – 120/70 ZR17M / C (58W)
Rear 180/55 – ZR17M / C (73W)
Dry weight, kg – 218

The Gold Wing has been around for well over two decades now and in 2001 the new Gold Wing is lighter, more luxurious and a great deal more powerful than ever before.

The new 1,832cc engine delivers 118 horsepower and 125 lb./ft of torque. The cylinders are horizontally opposed (flat / boxer) and 6 in number. The engine revs freely and emits quite a nice bark through the exhaust system. With an aftermarket exhaust, I reckon it would wail a bit like an Aussie six-pack Chrysler Hemi.

Two 40mm diameter injection throttle bodies are fed from a 7 litre airbox. The injectors are Keihin high pressure units with four nozzle tips in each injector.

A little surprising is the fact that the engine has only two valves per cylinder.

As you would expect the engine is electronically controlled and has a built in knock sensor to help things along when fuel quality could be questionable. An automatic choke is fitted and works just fine.

Ducati Monster S4R model 2004

Ducati Monster S4R

PRICE
MSRP: $13,495

Engine
Type: l-c V-twin
Valve arrangement: dohc, 8v
Displacement: 996cc
Transmission: 6-speed

Chassis
Weight:425 lb. (claimed, dry)
Fuel capacity: 3.9 gal.
Wheelbase: 56.7 in. (1440mm)
Seat height: 31.6 in. (803mm)

2004 Ducati Monster S4r Front Ends View

Spanish Electric Scooter – LEMev Stream

Three companies got together back in 2007 to develop better motorcycles, and here is their first brainchild. The three companies, Inmotec Open Inmotec link in a new window (Moto2 and Moto3 racing technology), Luma Open Luma link in a new window (Europe’s biggest anti-theft devices) and Dhemen Open Dhemen link in a new window (industrial design group).

The joint venture company is called LEM Open LEM in a new window, and their first product is named LEMev Stream, and it is an electric scooter. The scooter is 100% Spanish, designed and built there, and funded by national and local authorities.

LEMev

LEMev
The LEMev Stream comes in two colors, black or white. Its brushless electric engine delivers (kW power and 22 HP. The torque is a respectable 100 Nm.

The LEMev can speed up to 105 kph (65 mph), and reach 80 kph (50 mph) in 6 seconds from standstill. You are not going to ride very long distances with the scooter, but for commuter traffic, it’s fine; the range of the scooter is 80 kilometers (50 miles). The scooter can be operated between very cold and very hot weather (-10°C to 50°C – 14°F to 122°F).

The 6 LiFePO4 batteries supply 72 V and 50 AH, giving you 4 kW/h battery capacity. Using a standard charger, you can recharge the battery to 100% in 5 hours, but using the optional fast charger, you can reach the same level in 2 hours. The battery life cycle, is 2,000 cycles and 160,000 miles.

The 196 Kg (432 lbs) bike and storage space under the seat for two helmets, plus additional space under the dashboard, one of them is lockable/motorbiker.org

On its own, no biggie… motorcycles tilt when you lean into a curve. But for trikes, it’s a different matter. Jim Harrel together with Too Kool Cycles transformed his Harley-Davidson Tourer into a special trike.

who have seen his unique trike liked it. They liked it so much, they are asking for something similar. So now Jim is going into business. A kit is being made that will transform your late model Harley tourer into a TRT. Prices are not fixed yet, but count between US$8,000 and $12,000 for the full kit, including a matching paint job.

So what we’ve got here is a Harley version of the Piaggio MP3, but nicer.

SourcE: news.motorbiker.org

new model – revised headlights, new colors, multi-mode power adjustments
Engine: 750cc four-cylinder
Power: 128 bhp (95 kW) at 13,200 rpm (rear wheel)[2]
Torque: 56 ft.lb @ 11,200 rpm.
Transmission: six-speed chain drive
Weight: 167 kg
Seat height: 810 mm
Fuel capacity: 17.00 litres (4.49 gallons)
(pic via google, source:wikipedia)

During a recent visit of the Dutch nieuwsmotor.nl to the KTM factory in Austria, Head of Development of street bikes, Robert Prielinger, announced the coming of new Super Duke and Adventure models for 2013. The new twins took longer to develop, according to Prielinger, because the company developed new electronics. Porsche is collaborating with KTM on the new technology, specifically for the ABS on the SMT. Although the successor to the 990 Adventure was ready at the end of 2010, KTM’s Stefan Pierer personally rejected it, because the engine resembled the BMW GS too much. Until 2013, KTM will work on the successors for the Adventure and Super Duke.

Electric motorcycle Zero S 2012

Zero Motorcycles has unveiled its 2012 lineup of five electric motorcycles. Zero boasts a host of new features, included extended ranges, more power and increased top speeds.