Friday, July 29, 2011

2011 KTM 1190 RC8R Red Bull Limited Edition








2011 KTM 1190 RC8R Red Bull Limited Edition


R RC8 1190 Red Bull wheels Edition individually numbered limited edition paint and graphics IDM Red Bull, and has all the features of the 1190 RC8 R, plus a closed race course circle kit that includes: Evo4 Akrapovic titanium exhaust system , timing changes, more subtle spec cylinder head gasket. Club Race Kits are closed only during competition.

2011 KTM 1190 RC8R Red Bull Limited Edition - USA Specifications
MSRP: See KTM Dealer for prices


Engine type 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, V 75°
Displacement 1195 cc
Bore x stroke 105 x 69 mm (4.13 x 2.72")
Performance (homologated) 125 kW @ 10250 rpm
Max. torque 123 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Compression ratio 13.5:1
Starter/Battery Electric Starter/12 V 11.2 Ah
Transmission 6 gears, dog clutch engagement
Fuel Mixture Generation Keihin EFI (throttle body 52 mm (2.05"))
Control 4 V/DOHC
Lubrication Pressure lubrication with 3 Eaton pumps
Engine lubrication Motorex, SAE 10W-50
Primary drive 40:76
Final drive 17:37
Cooling Liquid cooled
Clutch Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically
Motor Management Keihin EMS


Frame Chromium-Molybdenum trellis frame, powder-coated
Subframe Aluminium
Handlebar Aluminium stump handlebar
Front suspension WP-USD Ø 43 mm
Rear suspension WP-Monoshock
Suspension travel front/rear 120/120 mm (4.7 / 4.7")
Front brake 2 x Brembo four piston, radially bolted caliper, brake disc 320 mm (12.6")
Rear brake Brembo two piston, fixed caliper, brake disc 220 mm (8.66")
Rims, front/rear Cast aluminium wheels 3.5 x 17"; 6 x 17"
Tires, front/rear 120/70 ZR 17; 190/55 ZR 17
Chain X-ring 5/8 x 5/16"
Main silencer Stainless steel underfloor silencer with regulated catalytic converter
Steering head angle 66.7°
Trail 97 mm (3.82")
Wheel base 1425 mm (56.10")
Ground clearance (unloaded) 110 mm (4.33")
Seat height 805/825 mm (31.69/32.48")
Tank capacity approx. 16.5 liters/3.5 liters reserve (4.36/0.92 gal)
Weight (no fuel) approx. 182 kg (405.23 lbs)


2011 KTM 1190 RC8R Red Bull Limited Edition - International Specifications
MSRP: See KTM Dealer for prices 


Engine type 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, V 75°
Displacement 1195 cc
Bore x stroke 105 x 69 mm (4.13 x 2.72")
Performance (homologated) 125 kW @ 10250 rpm
Max. torque 123 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Compression ratio 13.5:1
Starter/Battery Electric Starter/12 V 11.2 Ah
Transmission 6 gears, dog clutch engagement
Fuel Mixture Generation Keihin EFI (throttle body 52 mm (2.05"))
Control 4 V/DOHC
Lubrication Pressure lubrication with 3 Eaton pumps
Engine lubrication Motorex, SAE 10W-50
Primary drive 40:76
Final drive 17:37
Cooling Liquid cooled
Clutch Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically
Motor Management Keihin EMS


Frame Chromium-Molybdenum trellis frame, powder-coated
Subframe Aluminium
Handlebar Aluminium stump handlebar
Front suspension WP-USD Ø 43 mm
Rear suspension WP-Monoshock
Suspension travel front/rear 120/120 mm (4.7 / 4.7")
Front brake 2 x Brembo four piston, radially bolted caliper, brake disc 320 mm (12.6")
Rear brake Brembo two piston, fixed caliper, brake disc 220 mm (8.66")
Rims, front/rear Cast aluminium wheels 3.5 x 17"; 6 x 17"
Tires, front/rear 120/70 ZR 17; 190/55 ZR 17
Chain X-ring 5/8 x 5/16"
Main silencer Stainless steel underfloor silencer with regulated catalytic converter
Steering head angle 66.7°
Trail 97 mm (3.82")
Wheel base 1425 mm (56.10")
Ground clearance (unloaded) 110 mm (4.33")
Seat height 805/825 mm (31.69/32.48")
Tank capacity approx. 16.5 liters/3.5 liters reserve (4.36/0.92 gal)
Weight (no fuel) approx. 182 kg (405.23 lbs)  

Sunday, July 24, 2011

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14







2011 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14

In short, the world's ultimate sports motorcycle

It's hard to imagine a sport more advanced or more capable than the new, completely redesigned Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R ® ™. After all, packs the latest technology sport bike, much to the right of the MotoGP circuit, including the traction control system more advanced in the history of the production of bicycles.

But the ZX-10R is even smarter brother - 2011 Ninja ZX-10R ABS.

At first glance, may seem anti-lock brakes coming to a place in a thoroughbred sports car. This system was designed from the ground up to provide maximum performance on the track. And if we consider the safety-oriented control of the many benefits of the incredible technology and electronic equipment available today, it's getting a lot of sense.

Think about it: it is loaded on a fork for a day at the track. It is evening, you're tired, and his front tire is a day of drag hard-core knee. But instead of the border to tighten the front brake lever, the front tires squealing and KIBS system intervenes briefly until the return of traction - that grace can be tilted in the corner, a little wiser and much more physically intact you may have been on a motorcycle without ABS. On the street, anti-blocking benefits are even easier to achieve.

Kawasaki calls its novel anti-lock KIBS - or Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock brakes. The use of "smart" is about, especially for the new KIBS are fantasy. It all starts with the unit smaller and lighter ABS ever built for a motorcycle, a Bosch designed specifically with sport bikes in mind. It is almost 50 percent less than the current ABS motorcycle units, and 800 grams lighter, adding only about 7 pounds of weight for the machine without ABS, a book, which is the largest battery.

KIBS is a multi-detection system, which collects and monitors information from a wide range of wheel sensors (the same as collecting information on the standard ZX-10R for the S-KTRC traction control system), and rotate the unit, including wheel speed, brake caliper pressure, engine speed, throttle position, clutch actuation and gear position. KIBS actually communicates with the ECU of the wheel of the engine control unit, and crunches numbers, and when it finds a situation of lock-up, says the Bosch unit to release the pressure of the brake caliper, when the wheel once again return to the drawing.

Apart from the time of this system of ultra-fast response, which gives it a range of additional sports riding and track racing, including lifting the suppression of collision during hard braking, setbacks during an intervention minimal ABS, and increased control of rear brake in the demotion. Control of high precision allows system pressure to avoid reducing the braking capability (sometimes seen in the least developed systems) to maintain the lever right direction and help ensure ABS pulse minimized.

The rest of the 2011 Ninja ZX-10R ABS is also advanced. Not only is it about a complete overhaul of the Big Ninja engine, chassis, suspension, chassis, instrumentation and wheels, but a highly advanced and fully customizable mail that allows riders of all levels to operate and the experience of the new ZX-10R ABS is a stunning mix of power and razor-edge handling. The system - called Traction Sports-Kawasaki, or S-KTRC - represents a whole new dimension in sport motorcycling, and ZX-10R ABS is the production motorcycle that sports can take you there.

Motorcyclists have been challenged by the problems related to stress, whether on land, street or track. Runners who can maintain a new tire to turn too unpredictable and are sliding faster and safer, a combination hard to beat on the track. And when we talk about technology at all open-class sportbike, motorcycle production are actually more capable than the bikes racing full-on just a few years ago, pulling the most consistent confidence and a greater an important asset.

MotoGP-derived S KTRC system is crunching the numbers of different parameters and sensors - the wheel speed and slip, engine rpm, throttle position, acceleration, etc. The information is collected and analyzed here than any other in the history of Kawasaki, and it's all in the name racers to help in the nearest hard "edge" is the maximum traction than ever. S system is based on complex software KTRC buried in the new ZX-10R control unit (ECU), the only additional equipment is the speed of light sensors on each wheel.

Unlike the competition system KTRC ™ 14 ABS Kawasaki Sport Tourer, especially minimizing wheel spin on slippery surfaces or broken as a security measure, the S-KTRC is designed to maximize performance by using complex analysis to predict when traction conditions are about to become unfavorable. Quickly, but subtly reduce power before the amount of slip exceeds the area of ​​traction, the system - which treats all data points 200 times per second - maintains an optimum level of grip the tire to maximize the movement toward forward. The result is much better lap times and improve driver confidence exactly what we need during the flight of a machine of this caliber.

The S-KTRC offers three different modes of operation, passengers can choose from depending on surface conditions, rider preference and skill level: Level 1 for maximum grip track use, level 2 for intermediate use and level 3 for slippery conditions. A group of instruments, LCD graphic design again, shows how the bugging was carried out in real time and a thumb switch on the left handlebar pod enables simple, on changes in fashion.

The system also includes an advanced power mode that enables riders to choose the amount of energy - and the nature of delivery - available from the motor. In addition to the standard high power mode settings are Medium and Low. The medium mode, the results vary depending on throttle position and engine speed, not less than 50 percent of throttle opening, the operation is basically the same as in low power mode, more than 50 percent Passengers can access the extra engine performance. KTRC The three S-parameters are available in each of the three parameters of the power.

And the bike so ably handled by all of this feat trick-mail? It has been completely redesigned between 2010 and '11.

It all starts with the ZX-10R ABS products are new inline-four, easily the most advanced engine factory ever to rise from Kawasaki. Like last year, powerful ZX-10R engine, the new plant is a 16-valve, DOHC, liquid-cooled, 998cc four-line moving through a hole 76 x 55 mm and stroke dimensions. But that's where the similarity ends when the new factory is located in a handful of technical changes designed to optimize power delivery, the attention and the actual ranking of the new engine.

A key aim of the engineers at Kawasaki linear power delivery and engine management across all elements of the corner: the entry to return to the neutral gas mid-corner, and the heady, acceleration control output. The maximum torque has been moved to a higher rev range, helping to smooth the peaks and valleys of energy that can make it difficult for riders and track day riders to open the throttle with confidence.

Larger intake valves (31 mm vs. 30 mm), larger - and polished - intake and exhaust vents completely redesigned so that all breathing better, more manageable power delivery and less engine braking, the right thing to compensate for the slope angle entries and exits. Upper cam built in a lighter yet stronger chrome moly steel (not iron the previous model) and a revised duplications also contribute to improved engine braking and more controllable power delivery. New pistons feature lightweight design and fit skirts shorter lighter and stronger connecting rods, each of which is a revised crankshaft around material harder and stronger with the legs and the Journal of the threads. He moved to full compression 13.0:1.

There are more, including the completely redesigned engine / transmission shaft layout that promotes a higher center of gravity - and improved handling through better mass centralization - putting the crankshaft about 10 degrees higher than at 'output shaft. It is the second meeting this year to balance the engine, which allows a number of vibration absorption components are simplified to promote weight reduction. Dramatically smaller and lighter battery will help to further reduce weight, as well as lighter ECU and fuel pump.

A transmission of cassettes can run simple changes in the soil and provides a number of improvements for 2011. These include spacing of the fourth, fifth and sixth and tuning rate reduction to less primary and final squat / lift during acceleration and deceleration, which allows for more precise suspension tuning on the back. A pair of adjustable backrest limiting clutch is installed, you can reduce the impact on the transmission downshifts and offers a higher level of entry quiet corner.

Supercharged with all that fuel and air in this amazing new engine, ram air assisted fuel injection system with a larger throttle bodies (47 vs. 43 mm) and sub-throttle valves, a greater ability without the airbox (9 vs. 8 liters), the secondary nozzles can improve top-class power and features of the review-ram intake, which is located closer to the front wheel more efficient, without filling up the airbox and added strength.

The last piece of ABS ZX-10R power generation formula is an exhaust system with a mixture of races specifications titanium head, manifolds hydroforming, a large volume of pre-chamber containing two catalysts and a compact silence. Because the race of the header design specifications, cyclists and riders looking for more performance closed circuit simply replace the muffler assembly.

With the engine produces a tremendous amount of useful energy and controllable, engineers looked at the chassis to help improve the management skills and general road / track even more. A new aluminum twin-spar was designed, assembled a cast of only seven songs with features optimized for feedback on the performance of flexible bridge ideal for curves and lighter than the cage last year. Fewer parts mean fewer welds, which contributes to a cleaner more aesthetic look. As the frame, the swingarm is a set of new alloy all votes with an ideal stiffness for the frame itself.

Chassis geometry has been juggling to provide the best possible stability and speed of operation. Rake, 25 degrees is half a degree steeper than the machine 2010, while the road has been reduced from 110 to 107 mm. This geometry finally a little more radical, and faster processing, allowing more light has been possible largely on the strength of the new engine positioning controller, motor and differences CG generated, and the framework and flex is tilting features.

Very advanced suspension at both ends helped too. Up front is a 43mm open class version of Big Piston Fork (BPF) is available at Comparo-dominant last year's Ninja ZX-6R. With a timbre almost double the size of a conventional cartridge forks, the BPF has smoother action, less stiction, lighter weight and better overall performance of compression and rebound damping circuits. This added compliance results in more control and feedback in the future - just what you need when carving through a curling sweeper to your local track or negotiate a decreasing radius corner on your way preferred return.

A new suspension higher in the back, too. Replacing the vertical Uni-Trak ® 2010 ZX-10R is a link suspension design Back-horizontal positions of the shock and the swingarm link above. The benefits include improved mass centralization, improved handling, compliance and stability, the smooth action of the half (even with the firmer settings), a better overview and cooler operation. The design also frees up space in advance by the set of links below the swingarm, the space now used for the exhaust pre-chamber, allowing a shorter and silent once more centralized mass. The fully adjustable shock has a reservoir of self-and dual-range slopes (high and low speed) compression damping.

The new gravity-cast three-spoke wheels are much lighter than the wheels mounted on wheels, in 2010, and combined with the latest technology in braking - Tokico calipers grabbing radial-mount front 310 mm petal discs and 220 mm disc and Lightweight single piston rear caliper. The result is a powerful feedback to the rider with a lot of stops and increased the confidence of KIBS ABS system.

Finally, the Kawasaki engineers involved all this new technology so advanced in the body and stylish this side of the MotoGP grid at all. The most curved cut this year, and the pieces of a contrasting color and black to create a clear and aggressive. Headlight fairing line may be shorter, while the LEDs are built into the mirror assemblies. Intermittent practice Couplings facilitate the separation of mirror use of the track day, while the signal of the rear fender all over again in the stems and the chassis is easily removable for track days. High visibility LED lamps are also used for the tail and parking lights.

The instrumentation is completely new well, the unit shown in the LED-backlit bar graph tachometer to set the multi-information LCD display a series of objects and information panels. A wide range of information is presented, for example, dual trip meter odometer, vehicle speed, fuel consumption, the power mode and the S-KTRC fuel gauge, water temperature, and much more. Track use, the LCD can be set in "race", which moves in the middle of the turn of the screen.

Ergonomics of the new ZX-10R ABS is tuned for comfort and control, with a slightly lower seat, adjustable footrest positioned slightly down and forward from last year, and the clip-on with a little 'less towards the corner. This is a race bike you can ride hard for the weekend - and reasonably comfortable that way. And because it is more than 10 pounds lighter than last year's bike, the new ZX-10R ABS becomes much easier to manage in any environment you choose to run is

The old adage, "power is nothing without control" is surely the APT, where the open class sport bikes are concerned. But when you factor in all engines, chassis, ergonomics and braking control Anti-lock designed in the 2011 Ninja ZX-10R ABS, you begin to realize you're watching a very special bike - one that will prove to you time and time again why he is probably the most advanced sport bike ever made.



2011 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 motorcycle model

Key Features

- 1352 cc inline-four with DFI ® provides DC power, while producing impressive amounts of power

- Lightweight aluminum monocoque frame is a thin, tough and hard

- Radial-mount front brake calipers and radial master cylinder front pump by combining the power of the superior braking and control

- Six-speed

- Fully adjustable suspension provides excellent control and feedback

- Clutch Hydraulic Clutch provides clear commitment and a good feeling

- Ergonomics and the aggressive nature

- Multi-function LCD instrumentation offers a wealth of information and is easy to read

- Standard rear seat cover adds aerodynamic style of the bike


1352 cc four-cylinder, DOHC

- Designed to provide smooth power across a wide rev range, while producing an impressive resume

- Chrome composite holes plated aluminum cylinder are lightweight, durable, and heat rapidly away from the combustion chamber and piston for supreme durability at high power outputs

- Engine is carefully designed compact and narrow

- Low mechanical noise via the special piston profile and urethane insulation sheet to the inside cover of the chain of magnesium

Exhaust broadband system

- Airflow in the exhaust of large secondary air ports in the cylinder head and cover their heads, and third honeycomb catalyst in the collector help meet strict Euro emission standards III

- The design minimizes internal noise of the effect of emissions while maintaining an impressive high-end power

- Exhaust pipe connecting the inputs are designed to improve response at low revs

Double engine balancer gears

- Already in perfect primary balance, the engine has two secondary balancers that virtually eliminate unwanted vibrations for extremely smooth operation and reduce driver fatigue

Ram Air Induction

- Central ram air duct is based colder higher pressure air from the face of the dome and efficient to guide them through the air filter and the engine maximum power

Digital electronic injection

- 44 mm Mikuni throttle bodies feature sub-throttle valves are controlled by the ECU to give a precise answer, the smooth performance of the DFI, and will help to meet the Euro III emission standards

- Wear consumption optimizes flow characteristics

- Spray nozzles deliver fuel side 20 degrees scatter finely atomized over a wide area

- End-injectors spray droplet size produced 75micron

- 32-bit ECU works with dual throttle valve system to further enhance throttle response and control

Ignition Digital

- Progress on digital, improving the power in low and middle

- Spark plug mounted ignition coils fire each of the four individual spark plug independently to achieve the optimal timing of the cylinder

- ECU includes a system for idle speed control for easy starting and warm-up


Radial clutch master cylinder

- Hydraulic clutch features a radial cylinder clutch master pump clutch for smooth and precise feel and optimum

Next-Generation Monocoque Aluminum Frame

- Lightweight monocoque aluminum is an arc gap in the motor of the steering head to swingarm pivot. It is tight, strong, rigid and lightweight

- The frame is made of aluminum - steering head and swingarm pivot areas - are produced by a molding process to reduce weight

- Engine is rigidly mounted frame member pointed out, which increases the torsional rigidity of the frame and saves approximately four pounds

- The engine is positioned forward in the wheelbase and weight distribution front / rear carefully designed to achieve high-speed stability and maneuverability

- Massive steering head casting contributes to frame rigidity

- Frame houses the air box and air filter in a compact design for easy maintenance of the air filter

- The battery is resting on the frame and is easily accessible through the rear of the chassis

Suspension

- Conversely, 43mm cartridge-type fork uses the depreciation rate, providing strong measures to resist the premiere-dive under braking

- Depreciation continuous adjustment improves suspension

- Excellent control and feedback, fully adjustable Bottom-Link Uni-Trak ® rear suspension

- Linkage rates provide linear suspension action

- Bottom-link design creates a low center of gravity, making the bike more agile

- The ribs are slightly edge of the center to the tire balance weights can be located precisely along the axis of the wheel

Radial-mount calipers and petal-type disc

- Radial-mount four-piston front brake provides greater rigidity than traditional clamp to improve the feel

- A separate brake pad is used for each piston. Individual pads provide increased cooling efficiency and can absorb more heat without deforming so they maintain consistent brake feel more

- Petal-type disc brake design provides better resistance and the cooling channel

- Radial-pump master cylinder front brake improves brake performance and lever feel

Wind tunnel designed body

- Monocoque chassis is placed on the engine, so the fairing is uninterrupted elegant projecting beams of the frame, adding that the extremely long, low style

- Both front and rear turn signals are integrated into the bodywork and have clear objectives to improve the appearance

- Quadruple projector beam headlights give the ZX-14 a distinctive front fascia. Outdoor lights containing position lamps and high beams, while the low beams are located in the center lamps

- Lightweight Denso radiator with high-density cores provides maximum cooling efficiency

Full instrumentation

- White face the dual analogue speedometer and tachometer are easy to read

- Multi-function LCD digital display includes an odometer, dual trip meters, fuel gauge, gear position indicator and a clock

- Programmable shift indicator light illuminates when preset RPM signal to the driver change

- Lamp illuminates switching programmable pre-set rpm to signal the driver to engage the clutch

- Controller Area Network (CAN) interface meter uses fewer wires, but it allows a greater amount of information, such as estimated fuel consumption, change the


2011 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 motorcycle Technology Model


Engine

No company knows more in line on all fours like the Kawasaki. Since the beginning of Z-1 in our knowledge of the factory MotoGP bikes in line four-cylinder is unparalleled. The virtues of this model are many: an efficient, smooth operation and ultra-compact, if Kawasaki Superbike is an in-line four.

Each component of this amazing engine has been carefully designed to offer the perfect balance between power, torque, and maneuverability. Twist the throttle on the ZX-14 offers the kind of response you expect from a large displacement engine, a seamless spread of torque, just "around the dial.

Big, 1352cc displacement has a bore and stroke of 84 x 61 mm.

Revised intake porting allows optimum flow characteristics.

Revised piston profiles contribute to reduced mechanical noise.

New cylinder head and cylinder head cover has large secondary air ports (increased by about 20%), making it easier to get more air into the exhaust system for cleaner emissions. The electric switching valve Air (ASV) can also handle the volume of air.

Goal posts cylinders reduce pumping losses of more power.

Monocoque is a condensed form of ram-air without the air box to promote a compact layout.

New urethane sheet added to the inside cover of the chain of magnesium also helps reduce mechanical noise.

Even a perfect balance of primary, ZX-14 engine used in the second balancer to tame unwanted vibrations, so a very smooth engine.

Three-phase generator is mounted on the crankshaft to the loss of reduced driving.

The crankshaft, the input shaft and output shaft are arranged in a tri-axis to create the length of the engine very compact.

Digital fuel injection features controlled throttle control valve secondary to compensate for the "carb" assets. The result is a much better driver control and comfort.

Admission breathes through four holes 44 mm accelerator mass of high air flow at high engine load.

New, beautiful spray nozzles with a droplet size of 75? increase the spray angle 15o to 20o side, the dispersion of the atomized fuel over a wide area resulting from the improved power, smoother operation and fuel mileage.

Automatic idle control seems easier to leave.

Dual mufflers (each catalyst honeycomb) gives a large amount of engine power to create massive and meet exhaust emission standards.

New construction silencer. Relationship between the ability of the first and third chambers were adjusted due to the length of the tubes protruding from the disk drive

In addition to the existing catalyst honeycomb in each exhaust pipe, a new third catalyst honeycomb added in the collector.

Inputs for connecting tubes (joining pipes header 1-4 and 2-3) were enlarged approximately 75% to compensate for the new collection form (addition of the third catalyst honeycomb). This change primarily reflects an improved torque, especially at low rpm range.

Slick move to six-speed transmission feeds power to the rear wheel.

Direct action lever is lighter than the bonds of these agreements and provides a more direct feel.

Hydraulic clutch features a radial master cylinder assembly for smooth operation of clutch clutch and silky.

Chassis

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 frame work unique aluminum monocoque. Rock Steady speed characteristics and handling with advanced chassis design of the ideal balance between sporty driving, and high-speed races on the road.

Our engineers made full use of design freedom is given to them by compact dimensions of the engine. Position the engine on the frame, step and front / rear weight balance of the wheel have all been carefully selected to achieve both high speed stability and maneuverability.

Aluminum monocoque frame represents a further development of housing for the first Kawasaki KR500 Racer, then the production of Ninja ZX-12R. The advanced design allows the ultra-thin and compact.

Fuel mass is behind the "tank", and extends under the seat, continues to contribute to the central mass.

Already inherently more rigid than twin spar frames, with the engine mounted rigid torsional rigidity is further increased. Using engine as a stressed frame member can be facilitated.

The new process of casting the main components of the frame results in a lighter frame.

Foundry massive column tube contributes to the high rigidity.

Bolt-on rear subframe contains high levels of aluminum side plates contribute to the unique design creates a very narrow central part.

Monocoque body structure creates a void within a frame, which is used to house electrical, including battery MF.

Hollow behind the steering head is no obligation for the airbox for the ram air system.

The combination of monocoque chassis with the engine mounted rigid and of a lot located on the axis gives the ZX-14 Extreme high speed stability.

Frame is close by the middle to upper control rider.

Engine components and chassis were all designed to maximize mass centralization.

Inverted cartridge fork uses a large 43 mm diameter shaft is light and precise steering feedback.

Fork contains compression damping adjustment, rebound and ride height.

Link Uni-Trak rear suspension incorporates a very rigid frame, offering both great controllability at high speed and excellent communication skills when sport riding in the hills.

Shock of the piggy back gas prices, including controls compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload.

Formidable front brake performance is further enhanced with a radial cylinder of the main pump that provides a great feeling at the lever.

Semi-floating, drilled, petal style, 310 mm Nissin front brake discs are affected by the mount, radial four-piston calipers 4-pad.

Rear brake 250 mm, drilled, petal style rotor and 2-piston caliper brake more and improve braking feel.

Wheels feature center ribs which are slightly different, the tires on the weights can be placed on the center line wheel.

Brakes / Wheels

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Huge performance will be further improved front brake master cylinder-pump, which provides an excellent environment for the lever.

The use of four individual brake pads promotes even heat distribution across each pill that virtually eliminates fade due to pad deformation at high temperatures.

Rearbrake features 250mm, drilled, petal style rotor and 2 piston calipers for braking and improved brake feel.

Newly designed wheels feature center ribs which are slightly offset so tire balance weights can be located on the axle.

Ergonomics

Despite the impressive performance of the ZX-14, the machine is surprisingly non-intimidating. This is due to the seamless delivery of power, as the smooth ride and rider-friendly ergonomics. The ZX-14, the pilot of typical weekend leaves refreshed and invigorated.

Despite its long and low appearance, the ZX-14 offers a relaxed sport riding position.

Compact without being cramped, the bars are positioned so that travelers do not have to stretch to reach them.

Lower footrest provides plenty of legroom.

The low seat height and narrow seat front make it easy to reach the ground to stop at traffic lights.

The engine narrow monocoque frame, and the size of the fuel tank to make it easier to keep your knees comfortably close while driving.

A depression in the fuel tank cap makes the border behind the screen.

Aerodynamics & Styling

ZX-14 gives off the aura of power and reliability found only in the world's most powerful machines. As befits its flagship status, the ZX-14 offers a combination of cutting-edge design, professionalism and meticulous attention to detail. Is parked outside the bar, or zooming effortlessly down the road, this is the car people will notice.

ZX-14 body style that gives one. Extremely long, low front cover extends beyond the front wheel fairing and the cache near the front wheel. Each line of movement of the bicycle back and forth, giving the bike a feeling of speed even when standing.

Because the monocoque frame goes to the engine and does not extend through the adjustment, a soft design and fairing is uninterrupted as possible.

ZX-14 is multi-functional aerodynamic package reduces drag, adds stability at highway speeds and keep you out of the wind where the sport in the mountains.

High "Kawasaki" and model badges contribute both refined.

Along aerodynamic front bumper of the wings to promote high-speed potential of the ZX-14.

A fuel tank filler cap is flush with the surface.

A front wheel of small sub-cover contributes to fluid lines of the bike. This sub-hood removed by mounting the optional center stand.

LED tail lamp design features a unique "V". This is the most common vision of the ZX-14 on the move.

Front and rear turn signals are integrated into the fairing and rear of the hood. Clear signal lenses with orange bulbs contribute to the development of high quality.

Standard Equipment solo seat cover completes the aerodynamic styling. Remove the lid reveals the seat down.

Quadruple projector beam headlights adorn the ZX-14 of the bonnet. The outer lights containing position lamps and high beam. Dipped beam lamps are the two center.

All four beams (when the beam selected HI) provide enough light to turn night into day.

Central Ram Air duct compared to the Ninja ZX-14 modeling in line with the face of Kawasaki.

Instrumentation

Located in the canopy is an instrument cluster with LCD information center and double electric analog gauges for speedometer and tachometer.

Meter white face with black lettering makes the meter easy to read in daylight. Contador faces black with white lettering and eyes bright red needle meters at night.

Multi-function LCD digital display includes:

- Temperature Gauge Coolant

- Gear position indicator

- Fuel level

- The average fuel mileage

- Fuel consumption instant

- Fuel Limited

Battery voltage -

- Shift indicator light (rpm programmable)

- Involve see RPM (rpm programmable)

- A double odometer / B

- Odometer

- Digital clock

Multi-function LCD digital display language can be set to English or French. The display can also be set liters, U.S. gallons or imperial gallons.

Round and port LEDs can be adjusted separately for bright, dim, blinking or off.

The use of the CAN interface between the meter and the ECU reduces cable clutter and allows a greater volume of information (eg, fuel) that are exchanged.

CAN (Controller Area Network) is the latest generation of On board connector system diagnostics.

Anti-theft devices built-in power circuit and control unit to prevent hotwiring joy riders.

Quadruple projector beam headlights adorn the ZX-14 crown. Outdoor lights containing position lamps and high beams. Headlights are the two center lamps.

All four beams (when the beam selected HI) provide enough light to turn night into day.

Front and rear turn signals are integrated into the fairing and rear of the hood. Clear signal lenses with orange bulbs contribute to the development of high quality.

Central Ram Air duct compared to the Ninja ZX-14 modeling in line with the face of Kawasaki.

2011 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 - U.S. Specifications

MSRP: $ 13,599 USD

Engine: four stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, four valves per cylinder, inline-four

Displacement: 1352 cc

Bore and stroke: 84.0 x 61.0 mm

Compression ratio: 12.0:1

Fuel system: DFI ® with four 44 mm Mikuni throttle body

Ignition: Digital Advance TCBI

Transmission: Six-speed

Final: X-ring chain

Rake / trail: 23 ° / 3.7 inches

Front tire: 120/70 ZR17

Rear tire: 190/50 ZR17

Wheelbase: 57.5 inches

Front suspension / wheel travel: 43mm inverted cartridge fork with adjustable preload, 13-way compression and rebound adjustment: 11 positions damping / 4.6 in.

Rear suspension / excursion: Bottom-Link Uni-Trak ® with gas-charged shock with preload adjustable shock absorbers, continuous rebound and compression damping adjustments, adjustable ride height / 4.8 in.

Front brakes: Dual semi-floating 310 mm petal discs Dual Radial-mounted four-piston

Rear brake: 250 mm petal disc Single-piston two

Overall length: 85.4 inches

Overall width: 29.9 in.

Overall height: 46.1 in.

Ground clearance: 4.9 inches

Seat height: 31.5 inches

Curb Weight: 566.7 pounds.

Fuel capacity: 5.8 liters.

Color: Candy Lime Green / Ebony, Ebony

Warranty: 12 months


2011 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 - Canada Specifications
MSRP: $16,099 CDN

ENGINE
Type 4-stroke, liquid cooled, In-Line Four
Displacement 1352 cc
Bore and Stroke 84.0 x 61.0 mm
Compression Ratio 12.0 :1
Fuel Injection ø 44 mm x 4 (Keihin)
Valve System DOHC, 16 valves
Lubrication Forced lubrication, wet sump

DRIVETRAIN
Transmission 6-speed, return, positive neutral finder
Clutch Wet multi-disc, hydraulic actuation
Final Reduction Ratio 2.412 (41/17)
Final Drive Sealed Chain
Primary Reduction Ratio 1.541 (94/61)
Gear Ratios: 1st 2.625 (42/16)
2nd 1.947 (37/19)
3rd 1.545 (34/22)
4th 1.333 (32/24)
5th 1.154 (30/26)
6th 1.036 (29/28)

FRAME
Type Monocoque, aluminum
Tires: Front 120/70ZR17
Wheel Travel: Front 117 mm
Tires: Rear 190/50ZR17
Wheel Travel: Rear 122 mm
Caster (Rake) 23º
Trail 94 mm
Steering Angle (Left/Right) 30º/30º

SUSPENSION
Suspension, Front 43 mm inverted fork. 13-click compression damping, 11-click rebound damping, and stepless ride height
Suspension, Rear Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas charged shock. Stepless compression damping, stepless rebound damping, and stepless spring preload

BRAKES
Front: Type Dual semi-floating 310 mm drilled, petal style discs
Front: Calipers Dual, opposed 4-piston, 4-pad, radial mount
Rear: Type Single 250 mm drilled, petal style disc
Rear: Calipers Opposed 2-piston

PERFORMANCEMaximum Power 193PS @ 9,500rpm
Maximum Power w/ Ram Air 203PS @ 9,500rpm
Maximum Torque 154 N-m @7,500rpm

DIMENSIONS
Overall Length 2,170 mm
Overall Width 760 mm
Overall Height 1,170 mm
Wheelbase 1,460 mm
Seat Height 800 mm
Curb Mass 257 kg
Fuel Capacity 22 litres
Fuel Consumption 6.7 L/100 km (42 MPG)

DETAILS
MSRP* $16,099.00
Colours Ebony
Warranty 12 months

ADDITIONAL COST OPTIONS

Good Times Protection Plan 24 or 36 months (Kawasaki GTPP coverage begins after the standard limited warranty expires)
* The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price does not include freight, pre-delivery inspection or applicable taxes. The final price is at the discretion of the dealer. Prices and Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
The specifications mentioned here apply to and have been achieved by production models under standard operating conditions. We intend only to give a fair description of the vehicle and its performance capabilities but these specifications may not apply to every machine supplied for sale. Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. reserves the right to alter specifications without prior notice. Equipment illustrated and specifications may vary to meet individual markets. Available colours may vary by market.


Saturday, July 23, 2011

2011 Ducati Last Diavel Carbon Faster



2011 Ducati Diavel Carbon

Carbon Diavel and reflects the true nature of the concept Diavel, which combines the style of performances to celebrate the Italian engineering at its best. Lightweight composite parts and polished aluminum will merge the two worlds of sport and style properties that are both visually beautiful and functionally efficient.

Hard to be seen, easy to be noticed.Even disappear in a split second, everyone will be enthralled. It's the magic Diavel.

The design sets new standards in beauty, innovation and sophistication, while the speed and handling are enclosed in a muscular body that moves with 162 horses. His incredible power can be handled in three different modes of driving and safety assurance Pack Ducati (Ducati Traction Control ABS). Ducati has created something truly magical.

It's called "Diavel" and comes in a new dream Ducati EICMA

Preceded by rumors, photos and stolen a lot of waiting, we received word is final. EICMA, the International motorcycle in Milan Rho-November 2-7, will mark the first official public appearance of the new Ducati.

Livery and specifications are defined and the Ducati is ready to make his dream a reality. Pending the official launch of the Ducati will also be anticipating the name of this great news, that inspired the term dialect of Bologna, will be called "Diavel", or "devil."

A name that has its own particular history, stemming from an incident that took place during the development of the bicycle.

In fact, once seated, the first prototype, with all the technical staff on the new creature "made in Borgo Panigale," a sentence in the dialect of Bologna said the original lines of the bike and win, " ignurant comm 'to Diavel "which brings together Declaration in Italian, it would sound" is just as bad as the devil. "

From that moment on, "Diavel" became the name of the "inside" the bike, to replace the internal code of the project. The decision to maintain production, as you can imagine, the logical consequence.

Like in Genesis, even if we talk for almost 20 years, characterized another icon of Ducati, monster, whose name was inspired by the now famous statement, also in the dialect of Bologna, "is only the" monster n ! "O" is a monster. "

As for Monster, then Diavel name becomes an expression of this unique, passionate, increasingly characterized by high technology and a unique design feature of every Ducati motorcycle production.

At the same time, it is easy to see that this new bike and everything to do with Ducati tradition, to mark an important new chapter in terms of aesthetics and performance.

The new Ducati Diavel be extremely precise in every detail, carved in all the muscles, comfortable and innovative. As in any real Ducati will conduct play an important role. The behavior of the torque, force and momentum will be a new benchmark, thanks to the Testastretta engine is 11 ° - the same as the Multi Strada 1200 - and weighs only 207 kg dry, which promises a faster and Superbike speed and agility to change direction.

A relaxed driving position, the suspension comfort and safety are guaranteed by the ABS, traction control and set the standard mode, to meet the pilots who like to drive in peace, enjoying the street, landscape and all the characteristics of this new dream Ducati.


Concept

The project was born when designers Ducati Diavel wishlist applied the bike "Basic Instinct" a blank canvas. With a "what if?" Approach to creating a dream bike, which outlined the ways that became an inspiration bike lower and more. "The challenge of building muscle, the silhouette of a competitive force purebred had to comply with a determination and a delicate touch and the result is a front surface that looks like an athlete's energy output block" said the Ducati design team responsible for the project. "With the front wheel is held near the body of Diavel and short tail of a sport bike, we were able to combine this concept with a muscular structure that match."

Design

Tuning Diavel is the ability, dominance, and confidence in the superiority of the border. Adding side-mounted radiators broad muscle "behind", which is then narrowed down the engine and all the belly-fairing with oil cooler, the athlete was formed. A massive rear tire, § 240 was a perfect example of how designers use Diavel uncompromising attitude in applying their wish list of features. Width of a mere rubber communicates a lot of power and style, the R & D team has promised to find a way to do that deal - even though they knew that the image would have given the seismic shock through the industry. Ducati Diavel is true, was born the passion for motorcycling and designed to produce a performance Ducati true in every respect.

Carbon

Carbon Diavel offers the true nature of the concept Diavel where performance combined with style to celebrate the Italian engineering company at its best. Composite lightweight milled aluminum components merge the two worlds of sport and style with features that are both visually beautiful and functional high performance.

Mount mode

Diavel contains the latest innovative technologies Ducati, including the recent introduction of e-riding. Choose between switches on the left - even while driving - choose from three preset modes are programmed to rapidly change the nature of the Diavel. Three modes are available, combining class-leading technologies, such as ride-by-Wire (RBW) and the Ducati Traction Control (DTC). Since riding the streets of the city may require more attention to the environment than gas inputs, the Urban Riding a state of immediate changes Diavel to provide manageable and confident ride. 100 horsepower is reduced and the DTC is a further 5 to provide a greater level of intervention by the system during the most chaotic, stop-start traffic. Riding Touring mode is programmed to produce 162hp, however, smoother, more user-friendly power delivery.

Rear grip is improved by increasing the DTC intervention system to level 4, which are intended to provide a pleasant and ideal for a relaxing ride on a long journey, and for maximum comfort and the pilot and passenger. Riding a Sport mode driver Diavel adrenaline rush with the 162hp fuel and allows the driver, which is a response at full throttle for maximum acceleration. Ensure the whole experience Testastretta 11 °, the Sport mode also allows a reduction in DTC of the 3 intervention level for drivers who want performance in a little 'closer to the limit of adhesion.

Engine


Testastretta 11 °

Diavels heart is the Ducati Testastretta 11 ° - developed directly from an incredibly powerful engines world-class player in Ducati Corse race. Ducati Testastretta 11 ° exploit the immense power makes the Superbike engine and a smooth and flexible, a big step forward in balancing high performance with a fun ride. If the engine is raw power on tap, if necessary, and a smooth, easy to use and comfortable in a comfortable ride, Ducati revised cam timing assembly, focusing particularly on the top of the valve angle. The overlap angle is defined intervals of rotation of the engine in terms of degrees, during which both intake and exhaust valves are open simultaneously. This overlap occurs between the end of the race exhaust and intake stroke of the first.

Powerful engines, which are the subject of extreme power without compromising the optimal distribution, use high values ​​of this parameter in order to benefit from the pressure waves to enhance the performance of the engine to maximize volume performance. And second motor Testastretta '11, this angle is reduced by 41 °, is used Testastretta Evoluzione engine that powers 1198, 11 percent. Consequently, fresh input charging current is less than the risk of leaving the exhaust gas, burning so much smoother, in addition to fuel economy and exhaust emissions lower.

Ride-by-wire

Ride-by-Wire (RBW), the system is an electronic interface Diavel knob and the engine, which determines the ideal power, depending on the selected horse. Knob is no longer throttle cable connected directly to the butterflies in the body, but gives the signal to the ECU, which in turn acts as a throttle electronically. RBW system uses three different descriptions of regulated power output: 162hp sport style of delivery and delivery 162hp 100hp progressive for its visitors in town for progressive delivery

15 000 kilometers between the main services

Continued investment in the quality of design, materials and techniques have advanced to the distance between major service intervals (check the valve clearances) have increased at a remarkably low 15,000 miles. This is achieved with the introduction of new materials for valve seat, improved combustion efficiency and temperature control designed for 11 ° Testastretta engine.

Double radiator side

The solution technique used to keep the front lines of cleaning was to Diavel very effective two side radiators on both sides of the bike. These units well managed, which is located under the fuel tank, use of aerodynamics to help attract the flow of air into the radiators and with the assistance of high-speed electric fans if necessary. The design combines form and function to improve the shape of the muscle bike.

Exhaust

The massive 58mm (2.28in) section 2-1-2 exhaust manifolds lead to promote the system through equal lengths, making it possible for the efficient power delivery are Diavel. The engine management system spends a lambda for each title, provide an accurate power through a box of large air filter, while the elegant style gun, silencers stacked vertically to make catalysts Euro 3-Declaration of Conformity and Electronic Control Valve optimizes the central exhaust pressure through REV-series.

Slipper clutch

The transmission includes an oil bath clutch with "slipper" function and a super-light feel at the lever. The design uses a servo-mechanism which presses the plates together progressive when under the action of the motor, allowing the reduction of the spring clutch. The result is a clutch lever on the handlebars a lot lighter, ideal for stop-start traffic or on long trips. When the motor is reversed (run), the same mechanism that reduces the stress on the clutch plates, allowing them to offer career-type "slipper" action, which reduces the destabilizing effect on the aggressive back down change and provides much smoother feeling when you close the throttle or downshifting in normal conditions.


Power and torque

With 162hp and colossal £ 94 feet (127.5Nm) of torque, the Diavel Testastretta engine 11 has to do with performance Ducati desmodromic authentic. Consumer exhaust ports revised and combined with the radical adjustment of cam timing allows Ducati to achieve a torque curve at low speed fantastic, remains strong across a wide rev range. The increase in the lower level is in charge of a pair of Ducati Ride-by-Wire (RBW) to significantly improve the Diavel ridability effort, while ensuring sufficient power to mount the faucet high speed.

Chassis

Marzocchi forks with low friction sleeve super

The Diavel uses 50mm Marzocchi forks with black sleeves painted super low friction diamond-like carbon (DLC). These forks are fully adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound. The forks are gripped by a triple-slash cutting pliers - cast aluminum for the lower and forged at the top - with a rubber-mounted bars tapered aluminum riser. With an inclination of 28 degrees, the runway of 130mm (5.12in) and an offset of 24mm (0.945in) implementation provides a sure-footed and agile front-end for handling and incredible turning 70 ° total maneuverability Max.

Marchesini wheels rims Marchesini nine nine

The Custom Shop Diavel finished carbon, lightweight forged wheels turned and milled by Marchesini, not only mark a total weight of the impressive gain 5.5 pounds (2.5 kilograms), but also look spectacular. These complexes nine wheels highlight the delicate natural aluminum machining against a black finish.

Fuel tank vents

The Diavel 17L (4.5 U.S. gal) fuel tank is a part of the wheel all the style. In a large, long line down on the seat and the rear subframe mount lights to create a seamless profile. Even if the center of the tank is high-resolution display, the skin steel tank panels and well-shaped knee for more solid feel Diavel and high-tech carbon composite Diavel look. On both sides of the tank in front of a massive air intakes to feed the engine is aluminum, without a large airbox.

Swingarm

Long, cast aluminum swingarm, to give a good "feel" in the back of the head with a wheelbase of 1,590 mm (62.6in), and an attitude that has a lean angle of up to 41 degrees.

Brake System

The front brakes use Brembo Diavel is incredibly strong monoblock calipers that offer outstanding performance made possible by new, integrated master cylinder reservoir with alloy form unique sporting bleached top. The 4-piston calipers grip twin 320mm discs with radially mounted, while a single 265mm disc at the rear is the lever for Brembo twin-piston caliper, too. Carbon Diavel uses specially machined aluminum plate carriers that have natural color aluminum milled around depressions in weight gain rather than cut black finish around the center carrier. Typical of Ducati, these high-end components offer excellent levels of checks and set a new benchmark in this category.


Diavel rack

The Ducati Trellis frame uses the signature of large diameter, light tubes and vertically cast aluminum sections of the power sub-frame. This is achieved huge torsional stiffness while remaining lightweight and compact. Two parts form a structure that connects the back of the head to one side of the complex techno-polymer.

Double the headquarters level

The Diavel two levels of the strategy of seats are wide, comfortable and well shaped to fit the sleek machine and 770mm (30.3in), has one of the lowest peaks of the headquarters of the range Ducati . Sitting down, in addition to a lowered chassis set-up, weighing only 210 kg (463 pounds) - 207 kg (456 lb) for carbon Diavel - allows the driver to get both feet on the ground to safe-feet and confident position. The seat also comes with a beautiful cover and lightweight form unique removable seat is made of carbon fiber on carbon Diavel.

Sachs rear suspension

Diavel Sachs rear suspension unit of the lower strap below the surface in a horizontal position, taking care of a progressive pull-rod from the chainstay. Adjustable compression and rebound, the device driver to facilitate a convenient spring preload adjustment.

Team


Ducati Traction Control (DTC)

Traction Control Ducati racing products (DTC) is a very intelligent, which acts as a filter between the driver's right hand and the rear tire. In milliseconds, DTC is able to detect and control the rotation of the rear-wheel, which dramatically increases the active safety of the bicycle and performance. The system has eight levels of "sensitivity", each program with an amount of rotation of the rear-wheel-tolerance. These levels are in line with progressive levels of riding skills rated from one to eight. A level is programmed to provide the least amount of interaction for sport oriented riders, while eight levels with the greatest amount of interaction with confidence. DTC levels are preset at the three driving modes, but can be individually adapted and recorded in accordance with the pilot through access to new easy to use configuration menu. A "default" option is available to easily return all settings to factory pre-sets.

ABS

Diavel features the most modern and compact, the Bosch-Brembo Ducati ABS system is the original, offers a significant contribution to performance monitoring. Start the Brembo components, combined with Bosch ABS, special body composition and Pirelli Diavel Advanced Patch Technology (EPT) leads to even greater stopping power than the Ducati Superbike powerful.

Two levels of implementation

The top LCD screen is mounted on a bar-riser and provide key information, such as speed and RPM in addition to warning lights, time and temperature. Flatter, full color thin film transistor (TFT) is in style in the fuel tank and provides an incredibly clear account of the current gear selection mode on horseback, and the DTC number, and the entire mileage and travel. Used in mobile phones and computers, TFT-LCD is a variant and it seems easy to read high-resolution graphics. Diavel TFT display goes a step further, using the sensitivity to ambient light to determine a background color to black or white. Once in place, the smaller screen also acts as a recent intuitive control panel to change the DTC, and RBW settings in each driving mode before saving.


Lighting

The two vertical bands Diavel uses bright LED light to provide light in the rear brake light and direction indicators. Bands follow the exact line of coating under the seat, giving visibility to the rear, keeping the exterior lines of the bike clean. Indicators are the bands before tip directional LED clear lens mounted vertically side radiator cover. The projector offers immediate Ducati Diavel identity and supported by an aluminum exterior. The light uses reflectors of high and low beam dual to illuminate the way forward, as well as incorporating a strip of LED lights horizontal position for optimal visibility.

Pirelli Tires

Ducati technical partner, Pirelli, has worked with designers and engineers to develop Diavel the incredible new Diablo Rosso tires II. While the front in a conventional 120/70x17 section with a new model designed for improved performance wet weather, 240/45x17 rear is the latest innovation in tire design with a profile-oriented sport, used to custom style width. The rear solid employs dual-compound technology to allow high levels of grip at full tilt angle, while ensuring high mileage and uses Enhanced Patch Technology (EPT) to maximize the contact area at all angles. Sculpture and compounds offer excellent performance in all conditions, especially wet.

Hands-free power

Ignition Diavel is activated by an electronic key in the pocket of the driver, which communicates with the bike when at a distance of about 2 meters (6.5 ft). Motorcycling recognize the key code and automatically dedicated systems bike. Pressing the key switch on all activation systems, and "on" and the engine is ready to be launched. The electronic key, which consists of an internal circuit radio, remote doubles as a flip-mechanical keys required to open the seat and fuel tank cap. When parking the motorcycle, an electronic lock is activated to control by simply using full circle and press the power button a second time-off.

Controls

The shape of the handlebars and let the pilot Diavel available are comfortable and in control. Wide bars, aluminum cone with a new custom designed to provide a clean, minimalist implementation, while elegant forged aluminum mirrors offer a generous view supported in the rear. Control switch is supported by the minimalist design and the Ducati with the bodies of slim line housing are easy to use switches and buttons and a single weapon, like "get trip" that slides into the low to cover the start button when activating the kill-switch. While the indicator of the Cancel button doubles as a book and changes quick and easy selection of riding mode, switches back and forth below are used to navigate the new high resolution screen control panel.

Steps and handrails

Travelers will appreciate the subtle passenger footrests Diavel ingeniously lowered the rear subframe and an innovative T-bar shaped handle installation, which slides out from behind the seat. Deployed by the mechanism under the seat, passenger grab handle provides a comfortable grip that inspires confidence, while the shape blends perfectly with the lines of the work queue when retracted. As well as passenger-friendly are made of forged aluminum and shot peening and the power of a single goal to become the first black anodized almost invisible when folded.

Innovative mounting plate

Using the dual-band multi-functional LED lighting behind the Diavel need an innovative solution to the mounting plate. The unique design uses the rear axle of one side of the tilt to expand an elegant signature Ducati trellis frame and the rear tire, Article 240, which allows a central mounting plate. The frame has a source of occult power LED lighting board dedicated to eliminating the dependence of the leading lights behind and create a feature around the seatback. This design solution is the first of its kind and an example of the incredible attention to detail is the Diavel.

Carbon fiber

Carbon fiber is used for container panels, seat cover and front fender only reduce weight and is applied according to the race, which is deeply rooted in the DNA of Ducati.

2011 Ducati Diavel Carbon - United States of America Specifications
USA MSRP - $TBA USD

Engine Type:

Testastretta 11°, L-Twin cylinder, 4 valve per cylinder, Desmodromic, liquid cooled
DISPLACEMENT
1198.4cc
BORE X STROKE
106 x 67.9mm
COMPRESSION RATIO
11,5:1
POWER
162hp (119kW) @ 9500rpm
TORQUE
94lb-ft (127.5Nm) @ 8000rpm
FUEL INJECTION
Mitsubishi electronic fuel injection system, Mikuni elliptical throttle bodies with RbW
EXHAUST
Lightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and two lambda probes. Twin aluminium mufflers

Transmission Gearbox:
6 speed
RATIO
1=37/15 2=30/17 3=27/20 4=24/22 5=23/24 6=22/25
PRIMARY DRIVE
Straight cut gears, ratio 1.84:1
FINAL DRIVE
Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 43
CLUTCH
Light action, wet, multiplate clutch with hydraulic control. Self-servo action on drive, slipper action on over-run

Chassis Frame:

Tubular steel Trellis frame
WHEELBASE
1590mm (62.6in)
RAKE
28°
FRONT SUSPENSION
Marzocchi DLC coated 50mm fully adjustable usd forks
FRONT WHEEL TRAVEL
120mm (4.7in)
FRONT WHEEL
Marchesini forged and machined 9-spoke 3.50 x 17
FRONT TYRE
120/70 ZR 17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso II
REAR SUSPENSION
Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Sachs monoshock. Aluminium single-sided swingarm
REAR WHEEL TRAVEL
120mm (4.7in)
REAR WHEEL
Marchesini forged and machined 9-spoke 8.00 x 17
REAR TYRE
240/45 ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Rosso II
FRONT BRAKE
2 x 320mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Monobloc Brembo callipers, 4-piston with ABS
REAR BRAKE
265mm disc, 2-piston floating calliper with ABS
FUEL TANK CAPACITY
17l - (5.3US gal)
DRY WEIGHT
207kg (456lb)


INSTRUMENTS

Handlebar mounted instrumentation with LCD display: speed, rpm, time, coolant temp. Warning lights for: Neutral, turn signals, high-beam, rev-limit, DTC intervention, ABS status, oil pressure, fuel reserve. Tank mounted instrumentation with TFT colour display: gear selected, air temp, battery voltage, trips 1 & 2, fuel reserve trip, average and actual fuel consumption, average speed, trip time, scheduled maintenance. Full status and/or management of Riding Modes, DTC, RbW and ABS


WARRANTY

2 years unlimited mileage
BODY COLOUR (FRAME/WHEEL)
Red and Matt Carbon (red / black) - Glossy and Matt Carbon (racing black / black)
VERSIONS
Dual seat
SEAT HEIGHT
770mm (30.3in)

Ducati Press Release


Ducati unveil the new Diavel Carbon innovative salon in Milan, after months of speculation the long wait is almost over, the new carbon Diavel make his first public appearance at the EICMA Milan International Motorcycle in November, 2-7.

In announcing the name of the new model before the official presentation, the famous Italian manufacturer turned another dream into reality. This dream come true by using the local dialect for bolognaise "devil" in the name of their carbon Diavel new model - pronounced Dee-ah-Vel.

The idea for the name of Carbon Diavel was born early in the development of the bicycle when the prototype was assembled and runs in front of a group of engineers and technicians of Ducati for the first time. A person looking at the back of the bike and saw his silhouette in the dialect of Bologna said: "comm Ignurànt al Diavel Carbon" Meaning: "Evil as the devil!"

From that moment on, the nickname came Diavel Carbon Project. Ducati is now the name that comes close to the official presentation in Milan. He stressed that the "monster" was nominated 20 years ago, is now Diavel Carbon plans to follow the same tradition of Bologna. Ducati is proud to continue to shape the future of the sport while remaining faithful to the Italian heritage.

Built a commanding presence, even if the man of light and springy carbon Diavel on a bike takes the report to the next level in absolute comfort. For technology enthusiasts ABS, traction control, and deliver confidence-inspiring Ducati Riding sophistication. It looks wonderful, derived from Superbike Testastretta 11 ° and 456 pounds genuine Ducati Performance to drive a nice sports lifestyle, which could only be dreamed of.

Carbon Diavel is on its way ....



Wednesday, July 20, 2011

Last Moto Guzzi California 2011 Black Eagle


2011 Moto Guzzi California Black Eagle

MOTO GUZZI: Black Eagle presents a new series of three large

Classics Eagle Brand

The new 2011 range of Moto Guzzi 'customs': the legendary 1100 California, Nevada 750 of the agile and sporting Bellagio 940 are now available in the variant of Aquila Nera again. Again, the history of Moto Guzzi eagle sits on the tank, now against the new black color highlighting mechanics and the classic lines of the three legendary bikes.

Black Eagle: the mind, this moniker has elected a new trim level for the Moto Guzzi has created custom designs.

With large Aquila Nera, Moto Guzzi, for the first time, used the same unique style and bold markers for a variety of styles evocative of some of the legendary the most striking successes in the history of the brand.

Moto Guzzi California is probably the most famous Moto Guzzi own style and is one of the best bikes known and loved around the world. Designed in the 1970s for the U.S. market, it is making a name for himself in the five continents, winning universal recognition of his image and his bold impeccable road manners. He became famous for its legendary reliability - as evidenced by the fact that it was used as an official police vehicle, NYPD (New York Police Department) for more than a decade - and for its performance, increasing gradually through a continuous process of evolution of

he took the engine from 750 to 850 cc, 1000 cc, and possibly 1100.

Lighthouse success was joined in the second half of 1980, as Moto Guzzi Nevada, one of the best selling bikes in the world out of Mandello del Lario. Originally proposed in 350 and 650 cc versions, its success was consolidated by successive developments, resulting in 750 cc version now with electronic fuel injection.

Rounding out the family of the Italian custom wheels are the Bellagio, Moto Guzzi, which is the most common American custom cars, which are still a number of features distinguishing mark of the eagle: short-stroke engine 940 cc, with two candles, CA. RC ("Compact Reactive Shaft" - universal compact reactive shaft drive), and six-speed gearbox. These features, expertly complement the class-leading platform for the layout, so that the bike more sporty Bellagio in its category, offering horseback riding experience similar to the car naked.

The "Aquila Nera" trim level, the three kings of the road Mandello del Lario share the same "Coal Black" matte black treatment applied to the structures, ie the top of the tank, side panels and mudguards - and engine block surfaces. The black finish accentuates the contrast with metals such as aluminum and chrome cylinders generously applied in key areas for maximum impact: the wheels, exhaust and control panel. Add more emphasis on all

back of the plate memorable in the history of Moto Guzzi, with a great eagle spreads its wings majestically along the Moto Guzzi name.

Comparing the new range compared with previous versions, it is clear that significant changes were made to California in 1100, as Aquila Nera, maintains the technical content of the flagship model in Vintage, but with new, more sober and critical aesthetics.

The new variant of platforms to maintain a generous and highly polished version of passengers the luxury of the original deal, but the features lightweight repetitions of accessories, such as engine guards, foot guards, windshields, headlights, and additional grants. Weight reduction compared to the version of age of acquisition of Moto Guzzi California agility and responsiveness than the Black Eagle, to appeal to those who enjoy a more active driving style. Mechanically, the Moto Guzzi California is the only one still in production, still well known in the braking system and the technician

the glorious 1064 cc big block engine capable of pushing the flagship Moto Guzzi powerful than a top speed approaching 200 km / h.

From the longest of the brand of the model has lived in more modern sound, Moto Guzzi Bellagio enjoys a much sportier driving: the lowest two moved up to the saddle the rear wheel, mounted in front foot rest and bar features spectacular controlled for total control over machine.

Even distribution of weight on front and rear wheels and central masses which makes a surprisingly agile bike that just screams to be ridden on winding roads, with quick changes of direction and a front end composite remains firmly planted on the asphalt at all times. The secret behind the flexibility and precise control Bellagio is its brand new tube double cradle steel rod attached to a progressive unilateral aluminum swingarm, which also houses the compact reactive shaft drive transmission. These elements come together to form a system of high structural rigidity, which is an immediate response to rider input.

Contributes to a significant degree to the driveability of the Bellagio is the excellent performance of its brand new short-stroke 935.6 cc twin-cylinder engine that produces 75 hp at 7200 rpm. While the same power to California, this engine a sporty temperament suitable for the rider who prefers the adrenaline rush of a motor, which in turn best expressed at high speed cruising more relaxed.

Just as the flagship, the Bellagio also has adjustable suspension, spoked wheels and chromed exhaust system fleshy, with the exhaust note of the spine tingling highlights an impressive engine. This last feature makes the appearance of the smallest member of the 'Black Eagle, "the family: Nevada 750

Unchanged in the version submitted in March 2008, which was of significant new features, including a new exhaust system and instruments, Nevada 750 "Black Eagle", differing only in a matt black and the upper structures of historical logo emblazoned proudly on the tank. Nevada 750 "Black Eagle" was created for those who want to join the Moto Guzzi in the world, which is easy to drive, very reliable and inexpensive to own. This is thanks to 750 cc 90 ° V-twin with

exceptional response and a pair of mid-range is well suited to the chassis with high-end features like a Marzocchi shock double shock front and adjustable rear. For safety, the brake system has a powerful 320 mm disc at the front with two horizontally opposed pistons, with the support of a 260 mm disc at the rear.

2011 Moto Guzzi California Black Eagle - North American Specifications
American MSRP: See dealer for details
Canadian MSRP: See dealer for details


NEVADA AQUILA NERA
Type : 90° V-Twin, 4 stroke
Cooling system : air cooled
Displacement : 744 cc
Maximum power : 35,5 kW at (48.2 HP) 6,800 rpm (25kW available upon request)
Maximum torque : 54.7 Nm at 3.600 rpm
Gearbox : 5 speed
Secondary drive : shaft drive, ratio 8/33 = 1:4.825
Front suspension : Marzocchi hydraulic telescopic fork, Ø 40 mm
Rear suspension : swinging arm in light cast alloy with two dampers, preload adjustable
Front brake : single stainless steel floating disc, Ø 320 mm, 4 piston calipers
Rear brake : single steel disc, Ø 260 mm
Front tyre : 110/90
Rear tyre : 130/90
Length : 2,166 mm
Width : 825 mm
Height : 1,068 mm
Seat height : 767 mm
Dry weight : 184 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 14 litres (reserve: 4 litres)
Accessories : rear carrier, side bags, engine guard


BELLAGIO AQUILA NERA
Engine :Four-stroke V 90 twin
Cooling :Air cooled
Capacity :935.6 cc
Maximum power output :55 KW at 7,200 rpm
Max Torque :78 Nm at 6,000 rpm
Exhaust system :2 stainless steel pipes connected to 1 expansion chamber connected to two
chromed
steel silencers; 3-way catalyser with Lambda probe.
Gearbox :6 speed – constantly engaged cogs with integrated flexible couplings
Final drive :Shaft drive, ratio 12/44 = 1 : 3.667
Front suspension :Marzocchi Ø 45 mm adjustable front forks
Rear suspension :Single swingarm with progressive action – single rebound adjustable shock
absorber
with easy to operate pre-load setting knob
Front brakes :Twin floating 320 mm stainless steel discs, floating Brembo calipers with 2 parallel
pistons.
Rear brakes :Single 282 mm fixed stainless steel disc, floating Brembo calipers with 2 parallel
pistons.
Front tyre :120/70 ZR 18 M/C (59W) TL Roadtec Z6
Rear tyre :180/55 ZR 17 M/C (73W) TL Roadtec Z6
Length :2,270 mm
Width :890 mm
Height :1,310 mm
Saddle height :780 mm
Dry weight :224 kg
Fuel tank capacity :19 litres (reserve: 4 litres)
Accessories : real leather tank cover, real leather side bags


CALIFORNIA AQUILA NERA
Type : 90° V-Twin, 4 stroke
Displacement : 1,064 cc
Maximum power : 54 kW (73,4 CV) at 6,400 rpm
Maximum torque : 94 Nm at 5,000 rpm
Exhaust system : steel, 2 tubes connected to an expansion room, that is connected to 2 steel
mufflers;
three-way catalyzer with Lambda sensor (Euro 3)
Gearbox : 5 speed, costant mesh gears with built-in cush drive
Secondary drive : shaft drive, ratio 8/33 = 1:4.125
Front suspension : Marzocchi hydraulic telescopic fork, Ø 45 mm, adjustable separately
Rear suspension : swing arm with 2 hydraulic shock absorbers, exstension adjustable
Braking system : Integral braking system, with proportioning and delay valve
Front brake : double Brembo Serie Oro stainless steel floating disc, Ø 320 mm, 4 piston calipers
Rear brake : single Brembo stainless steel floating disc, Ø 282 mm, 2 piston calipers
Front tyre : 110/90 VB 18”
Rear tyre : 140/70 VB 17”
Length : 2,380 mm
Width : 815 mm
Height : 1,390 mm
Seat height : 780 mm
Dry weight : 251 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 19 litres (Reserve 4 litres)

2011 Moto Guzzi California Black Eagle - Europe Specifications
European MSRP: See below


The new Aquila Nera versions of the Nevada and Bellagio are offered at the same price as the standard models - 7,860 and 10,760 Euros respectively - while with a price tag of 13,570 Euros, the California Aquila Nera is on sale at an incredible 3,000 Euros less than the Vintage version.

All the models in the new Aquila Nera range may be purchased taking advantage of government incentives for trading in old vehicles for scrapping, making a further saving of 500 Euros on the catalogue price possible (all prices exclusive of road tax and registration, inclusive of VAT).


NEVADA AQUILA NERA
Type : 90° V-Twin, 4 stroke
Cooling system : air cooled
Displacement : 744 cc
Maximum power : 35,5 kW at (48.2 HP) 6,800 rpm (25kW available upon request)
Maximum torque : 54.7 Nm at 3.600 rpm
Gearbox : 5 speed
Secondary drive : shaft drive, ratio 8/33 = 1:4.825
Front suspension : Marzocchi hydraulic telescopic fork, Ø 40 mm
Rear suspension : swinging arm in light cast alloy with two dampers, preload adjustable
Front brake : single stainless steel floating disc, Ø 320 mm, 4 piston calipers
Rear brake : single steel disc, Ø 260 mm
Front tyre : 110/90
Rear tyre : 130/90
Length : 2,166 mm
Width : 825 mm
Height : 1,068 mm
Seat height : 767 mm
Dry weight : 184 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 14 litres (reserve: 4 litres)
Accessories : rear carrier, side bags, engine guard


BELLAGIO AQUILA NERA
Engine :Four-stroke V 90 twin
Cooling :Air cooled
Capacity :935.6 cc
Maximum power output :55 KW at 7,200 rpm
Max Torque :78 Nm at 6,000 rpm
Exhaust system :2 stainless steel pipes connected to 1 expansion chamber connected to two
chromed
steel silencers; 3-way catalyser with Lambda probe.
Gearbox :6 speed – constantly engaged cogs with integrated flexible couplings
Final drive :Shaft drive, ratio 12/44 = 1 : 3.667
Front suspension :Marzocchi Ø 45 mm adjustable front forks
Rear suspension :Single swingarm with progressive action – single rebound adjustable shock
absorber
with easy to operate pre-load setting knob
Front brakes :Twin floating 320 mm stainless steel discs, floating Brembo calipers with 2 parallel
pistons.
Rear brakes :Single 282 mm fixed stainless steel disc, floating Brembo calipers with 2 parallel
pistons.
Front tyre :120/70 ZR 18 M/C (59W) TL Roadtec Z6
Rear tyre :180/55 ZR 17 M/C (73W) TL Roadtec Z6
Length :2,270 mm
Width :890 mm
Height :1,310 mm
Saddle height :780 mm
Dry weight :224 kg
Fuel tank capacity :19 litres (reserve: 4 litres)
Accessories : real leather tank cover, real leather side bags


CALIFORNIA AQUILA NERA
Type : 90° V-Twin, 4 stroke
Displacement : 1,064 cc
Maximum power : 54 kW (73,4 CV) at 6,400 rpm
Maximum torque : 94 Nm at 5,000 rpm
Exhaust system : steel, 2 tubes connected to an expansion room, that is connected to 2 steel
mufflers;
three-way catalyzer with Lambda sensor (Euro 3)
Gearbox : 5 speed, costant mesh gears with built-in cush drive
Secondary drive : shaft drive, ratio 8/33 = 1:4.125
Front suspension : Marzocchi hydraulic telescopic fork, Ø 45 mm, adjustable separately
Rear suspension : swing arm with 2 hydraulic shock absorbers, exstension adjustable
Braking system : Integral braking system, with proportioning and delay valve
Front brake : double Brembo Serie Oro stainless steel floating disc, Ø 320 mm, 4 piston calipers
Rear brake : single Brembo stainless steel floating disc, Ø 282 mm, 2 piston calipers
Front tyre : 110/90 VB 18”
Rear tyre : 140/70 VB 17”
Length : 2,380 mm
Width : 815 mm
Height : 1,390 mm
Seat height : 780 mm
Dry weight : 251 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 19 litres (Reserve 4 litres)

Tuesday, July 19, 2011

Latest 2011 MV Agusta Brutale 920 Limited Edition




 2011 MV Agusta Brutale 920 

MV Agusta model range is expanding with the introduction of new engine and brutal 920. What have naked incredible love of the motorcycle world with its unique design that has been unmatched to date. Since its introduction, it BRUTAL continued to be the leader in the design and performance. With the launch of the new brutal, the most beautiful and most powerful naked is now within range of an even larger number of runners who have always wanted to experience the emotion that only BRUTAL offer. A new engine, new chassis settings, a onepiece seat design with an emphasis on comfort, BRUTAL offers a new interpretation of a high performance naked. A motorcycle that offers aggressive styling and raw performance combined with a chassis intuitive. A brutal, which is always very easy to fly and has never been more pleasant and intuitive.

Based on a price per performance, BRUTAL probably the new benchmark in the category sport naked. A high-tech 4-cylinder with suction and radial exhaust valves coupled to the same advanced engine control unit which 1090RR with one of the most advanced chassis is brutal are able to easily tame even the most demanding routes and racetracks.

This performance is also a new look, the color black is dominated by a new design radiator shroud and seat. But looks are not everything, and the emphasis has been redesigned with the comfort of the rider a place to which to improve both the pilot and passenger comfort for daily use.

The project's original objectives remained true BRUTAL, MV wanted to build the weight the lighter weight and compact, with a bare chassis in relation to engine performance Superbike will be the first seduced by the pilot, even the most demanding.

The principle characteristics of the new BRUTALE are:
- Four cylinder engine with radial valves
- Magneti Marelli 5SM engine control module
- Traction control with 8 levels of intervention
- Tubular steel frame coupled with aluminum side plates for maximum torsional rigidity
- Single sided swingarm with a adjustable Sachs rear shock
- Marzocchi upside down 50mm adjustable front forks
- Brembo racing radial calipers
- New single piece seat that is both lower and narrower

2011 MV Agusta Brutale 920 Features

 Design

The new Brutale is certainly brutal, but at the same time, this is a new interpretation of the nude most admired in the world. Attention to detail is what makes this different and new model easier to use in everyday driving. The head of one piece is comfortable for the driver and passengers, the lights are not integrated into the mirrors, but is placed in a position for better visibility in city traffic, the suspension is now softer and more comfortable. The Brutale is easier to use than ever, but with the same obsessive attention to detail, we expect MV Agusta. Just look at a tubular steel frame, turning the handlebar clamps anodized pure form design shift levers and brake, the only team in the swingarm and wheels only and clearly why the Brutale is the most naked beautiful world.

Two models are available in white and black. Single sided swing arm with a unique design make this a unique new BRUTAL. A masterpiece of Italian design, attention to detail and monochromatic color schemes helps bring out the technical details, such as the over-under side mounted exhaust, and the original frame structure through the integration of MV Agusta tubular steel and aluminum side plates.

Engine

The 16-valve 4-cylinder radial engine, MV Agusta has reached a new level of evolution and technology. The 921cc a new Brutale engine in motion, find the perfect balance between power and handling. The new movement of the legendary four-cylinder is obtained with a ratio of diameter and new times in order to optimize the power curve of the Brutale be even easier to manage and provide the same time, the power of the ruling class. The new four-cylinder MV Agusta 129 games for the horses with a broad torque curve, incredible levels of energy has never been easier to control. The crankshaft is shared with the brutal 1090RR 55mm unit in the race and the shaft of the balance of the second order and optimized lubrication system and oil-cooled generator.

Brutale has a number of engine components such as pistons and new dedicated 73mm cylinder block and radiator cooling system with the deposit of the catch is in the same pressure as the atmosphere helps keep the engine temperature under control even on the track most extreme or city driving conditions. The intake system of breathing through a bank Mikuni 46mm throttle bodies to work together with hyper sophisticated engine management system. The Magneti Marelli 5SM ECU control the fuel injection, ignition and different maps. The dual motor (Normal and Sport) allows the rider to adjust the engine management system for the conditions and the position with traction control variable of a brutal 8 can be controlled to the limit while still remaining under control.


The chassis



The configuration of the chassis and hand geometry with BRUTAL 990R and 1090RR, and most of the chassis components. The framework is a mixture of a lattice structure of steel and aluminum side plates that were the hallmark of MV Agusta, since the first application of F4, a frame building that was constantly copied but never surpassed by other manufacturers . The dimensions of the chassis are the same as the other models offer a perfect balance Brutal dynamic and precise response to rider inputs. With a 1430 mm wheelbase, 25 ° head angle direction and 103.5 mm of the track of the brutal new offer without doubt the best balance between flexibility and stability. A technically equipped with the new one is brutal new CEO who has a stiffness optimized for this kind of naked, which will undoubtedly become the new benchmark for easy handling.


Along with the revised design of the suspension control head new valves, which is softer and smoother to give maximum response even less experience. But make no mistake, the new Brutale Brutale is still, thanks to the infinite amount of tuning possible with Marzocchi USD 50 mm front fork and Sachs shock monkey. With a few clicks, you can easily turn into a track weapon BRUTAL. BRUTAL is also known for their agility, along with comments from Pirelli Angel of the track is always immediate help and 180/55 rear tire section to the devastating force of 129 4-cylinder MV. The making of a super-sport and a medium weight shaft, the new MV Agusta Brutale continues to redefine the sports segment of view.