Wednesday, September 18, 2013
BMW K 1300S
Make Model | BMW K 1300S |
| Year | 2011 |
| Engine | Liquid cooled, four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder |
| Capacity | 1298 |
| Bore x Stroke | 80 x 64.3 mm / 3.15 x 2.53" |
| Compression Ratio | 13.0;1 |
| Induction | Electronic fuel injection, Digital Motor Electronics with integrated knock control (BMS-K) |
| Ignition / Starting | - / electric |
| Exhaust management | Fully controlled three-way catalyst, |
| Clutch | Multiple-plate clutch in oil bath, hydraulically operated |
| Max Power | 127 KW 173 hp @ 9250 rpm |
| Max Torque | 140 Nm 103 lb-ft @ 8250 rpm |
| Transmission / Drive | 6 Speed / shaft |
| Gear Ratio | 1st 2,398 2nd 1,871 3rd 1,525 4th 1,296 5th 1,143 6th 1,015 |
| Frame | Bridge frame, aluminium, load-bearing engine |
| Front Suspension | BMW Motorrad Duolever; central spring strut, Paralever; central spring strut with lever system, 115mm wheel travel. |
| Rear Suspension | Cast aluminium single swing arm with BMW Motorrad, spring pre-tension with infinite hydraulic adjustment, 135mm wheel travel. |
| Front Brakes | 2x 320mm discs 4 piston calipers |
| Rear Brakes | Single 265mm disc 2 piston caliper |
| Front Tyre | 120/70 ZR17 |
| Rear Tyre | 190/55 ZR17 |
| Seat Height | 820 mm / 32.3 in (low seat 790 mm/31.1in) |
| Wet Weight | 243 kg / 536 lb |
| Fuel Capacity | 19 Litres |
| Consumption average | 17.5 km/lit |
| Standing ¼ Mile | 11.0 sec |
| Top Speed | 276.6 km/h |
BMW K1300S - Long Test Ride. Before dellIntermot 2008 knew that the BMW K series would bring some news. The official spoke info for a facelift, the well-informed talking about an increase in displacement; once view, it was discovered that it was both but a glance you could not see the renewal and so profound - add - Successful who lived through the work of engineers from Monaco.
Growing displacement of almost 150cc, there are 8 new foals and 10 Nm more torque. Of course, these are just numbers but we will explain in part that tells our road test as the KS has improved as a whole. Change the transmission compartment that receives a new range of exchange - sore point of 1200 - and a new lever, now focused on the other side than before. Modified also reports the final drive. Other changes (Duolever lightened and extent of the rear tire) have helped to change cycling shares in favor of dexterity and feeling with the front wheel.
On the aesthetic style confirmed in version 1200 but revised in order to alleviate the lines: this is, then, the central part of cupolino in black plastic and not more then one piece broken side and also remodeled with a d Air at the bottom. New colors and new graphics remain the same circles, the magazine where instrumentation were reversed in the past the colors of fund speedometer and tachometer but for those not satisfied option is available in the entire digital dashboard where you can HP2Sport also select the mode "Race" and "Road". Completely new unloading, much more streamlined and less like a "stovepipe" as it was about 1200.
On the K1300S debuttano also ESA2 and new electrical blocks. News, the latter, which has done much talk of the community BMWisti, for the past 25 years devoted to the command decidedly atypical in the motorcycle scene. We have found far more comfortable, practical and functional, especially the horn that earned the standard is much more immediate to use. Sin, however, for the dedicated button to adjust the knobs that heated, no longer a selector but an electric button electronic adjustment does not maintain pre-set once you turn off and turn the bike, with the inconvenience of having to remember switching on again after petrol. And pity for the arrows when they a right and left handlebars were more intuitive and, moreover, with winter gloves you can not have adequate sensitivity to govern the new command of direction indicators. In any case, probably, just take the habit.
Road test
The first surprises you have suffered, as soon as you start the engine. Incredibly quieter compared to 1200: disappeared, in fact, all the mechanical noise, especially that of the hydraulic tensioner that for a few seconds from start disturbing the sound of the big 4-cylinder. Quieter tale of the return, especially when the first report that first warned with a ping and a leap transferred from the conversion to drive.
Excellent delivery of this 1300 in excess, so, what was an Achilles heel of the previous version. Now you are in your hands a mix between engine and transmission where there was nothing left to chance: from a minimum of laps until a full scale, the couple is much more smooth and homogeneous, not tears, shows no obvious changes of character, has no holes, always pulls and much more than before to all schemes. For owners of K frontemarcia, porebbero only these improvements enough to want to upgrade, from 1200 to 1300, was made a new motion, which incorporates the previous year and improves in all aspects.
Adjusted also braked that since 2007 when the facility had abandoned the servoassistenza, sometimes proved inadequate when placed under stress. Now, with two fingers will administers a powerful and fully adjustable. Also effective ABS system already known - that we are optional to advise on any motion if it is available - as standard on the K1300S. From refine Instead, the ASC, anti slip that debuts on its K1300, two modes of action decided upon from time to time by the control unit that reads the data of the two-wheel noise, a more sensitive and more aggressive. We would have preferred, however, that could be turned off independently dallABS, that choice is not currently permitted, and then exclude the antispin also involves the exclusion dellantibloccaggio.
As we anticipated, the changes have brought cycling to an improvement in handling without, however, affect the titanic strength already known on the K1200S in long curvoni highways or in the most rapid changes of direction.
An optional call that more enjoyable is essential that the quickshifter change that allows faster without using the clutch and disconnect the gas, is proving more effective and even fun to use when you are in spalancando straight, rather than in urban areas Given that works better for high regimes.
Practically free from defects, in short, we point out only the gear lever higher compulsory maneuvers just natural when you have to climb high and marches from the saddle, identical appearance, but dallimbottitura perhaps too soft when you try cornering l Support and sensitivity needed for a perfect control of the bike. But, so much so, even Achilles had his heel!
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2011 Triumph Speed Triple 1050 Review
Well, those lights are gone, replaced by a more angular units. But the lights are just a small part of an overall package, which is radically different, but still largely based on the same motorcycle. Let us explain.
Triumph engineers left no stone unturned when redesigning the Speed Triple. To keep things simple, there were three goals to stay: it would be easier, it would have more usable power (not that he lacked in that department), and the last is a bit strange: it was to feel more like his younger brother. the Street Triple
Getting the first goal, the entire platform was revised package of vital components of the wheel to one another and the injury more weight forward. The new chassis is slightly lighter than it replaces, even if great weight saving is a whole new cleaner and washer assemblies that combined, more than six pounds lighter than last year. This is despite the new rear tire model is extended to six inches (5.5 inches), to better manage the 190-series tires, and one-sided swingarm, which is 18.5 mm plus an additional 2.2 kg lighter than first.
Apart from prolonging measures tilting back to include the relocation of the battery in the front of the fuel tank and the tilt angle of the steering column. The win also moved the coolest parts of the puzzle and more - the corridor. But I will later. In total, the site of the 2011 Speed Triple 50.9% of the weight of the vehicle in front, compared with 48.6% for the 2010 model.
Speed Triple 1050cc three-cylinder engine remains the same from last year, but a couple of little changes that allow you to breathe easier by bike. Revised without the airbox is now 10% more filter surface area, the revised injection system software is claimed to improve fuel economy by 6%. A new oil pan allows for more packing of exhaust pipes, and offers more ground clearance as well.
Triumph has shown an engine dyno chart comparing this year on top of the previous version. It is interesting that in 4800 the old engine rpm is actually more power and torque. It is not until this threshold is exceeded, the new company drag out the rest of the rev range. A clear demonstration of the power used more.
I found it strange that focuses on the implementation of the new Triumph Speed Triple Street Triple looks pretty. The size of the pilot or the location of the old model I was never struck me as something that can be revised, if necessary, but the machine in motion in 2011, in-store Hinckley combed every detail.
Okay, maybe not. But just sitting in the new Triple-speed as soon as I have said everything was regular. I call it a region close to the Street Triple, but you can not hide the bigger engine is physically well, bigger. In addition, the inclination of the engine slightly forward, the rider is positioned on the point of view, but barely. And certainly a nice car ergonomics is a long journey.
This is convenient because it is exactly what Triumph was put on hold during the introduction in North America to both him and the new 675R (discussed in another story). Our two-day trip was to get started in Idyllwild, California, and wind through the roads less traveled, eventually led to our decision in Indio at the end of our first day. The second day will be dedicated to the art racetrack Southern California, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, where we said, and 675R with their speed.
The power has never been something I complained to the previous model, but we are very happy that more of it this time. As promised, it was not long to the tune of three cylinders to steal the show. On the street there is a power seemingly instantaneous, thanks to the wide flat torque curve throughout the rev range.
Supply, particularly at low speeds, is a bit cutting edge of hesitation. Unfortunately, our ride street was full of four-wheeled traffic, which has prevented a thorough whipping of the bike, but this was an opportunity to show the torque, 40 mph, and drag along in sixth gear, the simple condition that the accelerator had met with the leachate before unleashing the raw power that I can easily carry triple-digit mark. There was still a lot to lose, but self-preservation instinct (and the desire to preserve their own license) forced me to get out soon.
The Speed Triple is also available with optional ABS, which is the first time. Then I had the opportunity to ride the model equipped with such, was not aware and had no opportunity to test their functionality due to traffic conditions. We must save our thinking about the system for a future-proof.
Because of traffic we have experienced in the last stages of our trip, I was pleasantly surprised at the Speed Triple is a comfortable seat when lollygagging around the city (or stuck behind a train of cars). There is padding in the right places and it is just firm enough to support without feeling like a board.
New lights made me think: What if Triumph wrapped them in a full fairing, the right wheel on the suspension and, above all, he collided with an engine capacity is 1100cc. Then there would be real-liter class bike ride from Hinckley. In the world of Superbike regulations that allow 1000cc and 1200cc four-legged Twins, Triple 1100cc would be a perfect fit. Who knows if it will really happen, but its a great idea, right?
What are you doing on the ground?
Taking the Speed Triple for a ride on the track to show its performance to the limit. It was surprising how much fun it was fun to walk in the Chuckwalla closely monitored. With all the torque on tap, it is entirely possible to keep the bike in third gear the entire length of the track and not worry about the change. He complains that much. The six-speed transmission is smooth, both on and off the track, and fast driving, we noticed the street also transferred over.
Street-plush partial suspension of the race, and still manages to follow the task surprisingly well. But make no mistake suspension, race, certainly not. Braking was equally strong on the track, as it was in the street and showed no signs of fading. The only limitation is the ground clearance, such as footrests asphalt used to scrape the knee dragging lean angles.
During all day circling Chuckwalla mobile use my imagination, dreaming literbike Triumph. The bike is so fun to drive around the track as it is. The correct variant to handle such abuse would only be the icing on the cake.
For it was not clear already, the Speed Triple is a success. Always has been. With a powerful engine, capable chassis, brakes firm and comfortable driving position, which is not love? The new design will make some people angry - I admit I prefer the round headlights - but even the flagship models need a makeover from time to time.
This does not mean Speed Triple is not without flaws, even if the list is small, however. We did not include a ride on a little highway, but judging from past experience, the windshield is the desired object is something over 75 mph. Fortunately, this is a Triumph available as an option, in particular, Speed Triple, Triumph, and that is the best-selling accessory in the list.
Other accessories include a tire pressure monitoring, Low Boy and sliding the arrow in the exhaust (which Triumph says cutting up to 50% by weight of the standard exhaust system), seat cover, keel, a bar-end mirrors, anodized aluminum tanks, a lower seat, pre-formed networks and luggage up, all of which come with a warranty of two years. (Maybe I should come with a choice of round headlights-...- Ed)
I think its safe to say, the king of hooligan bikes are back and better than ever. But again, its not like he went everywhere. Triple Speed should be at dealers before the summer and will be available for $ 11,799. Add $ 800 for the ABS option.
Tuesday, September 17, 2013
Kawasaki Ninja 650R
Make Model | Kawasaki Ninja 650R |
| Year | 2006 |
| Engine | Liquid cooled, four stroke, parallel twin cylinder. DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder. |
| Capacity | 649 |
| Bore x Stroke | 83 x 60 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 |
| Induction | 2x Keihin 38mm throttle bodies |
| Ignition / Starting | TCBI with digital advance / electric |
| Clutch | Wet, Multi Disc |
| Max Power | 71 hp @ 7000 rpm |
| Max Torque | 65.7 Nm @ 7000 rpm |
| Transmission / Drive | 6 Speed / chain |
| Front Suspension | 41 mm hydraulic telescopic fork |
| Rear Suspension | Offset laydown single shock |
| Front Brakes | 2x 300mm discs 2 piston calipers |
| Rear Brakes | Single 220mm disc |
| Front Tyre | 120/70 -17 |
| Rear Tyre | 160/50 -17 |
| Seat Height | 787 mm |
| Dry-Weight | 177.8 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.5 Litres |
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KAWASAKI NINJA® 650R BRINGS REAL WORLD PERFORMANCE TO BOTH THE TWISTIES AND MORNING COMMUTE
Powerful 650 is efficient and easy to ride
With a unique look and feel, the 2007 Kawasaki Ninja® 650R delivers cutting edge design and astonishing versatility. This is a motorcycle that excels in real world riding. With a comfortable seating position and sportbike performance levels, the Ninja 650R is well-suited for freeway commutes, around town errands and weekend track days.
Look at Kawasaki Ninja 650R sportbike and the first impression is one of pure design appreciation. Look a little longer and many of the innovative engine and chassis elements begin to come into play. However, the entire package doesn’t truly project its intended engineering outcome until the motorcycle is viewed with a rider seemingly melded into its unique posture. Because the 650R was meant to have broad rider appeal, Kawasaki’s development team began its task with the rider – not the motorcycle.
After studying every kind of rider, and all types of riding, Kawasaki’s engineers focused on the human-machine interface. Different riding positions were examined to discover which instilled the most confidence. Narrowing the distance between the footpegs and striving for a lower seat height and low effort controls all played into the design effort.
The compact liquid-cooled, fuel-injected, DOHC, 8-valve 649cc parallel twin engine delivers a smooth responsiveness that is tuned for rider-friendly power characteristics – especially in the low and medium rpm ranges. It is a power delivery that will inspire confidence in new motorcyclists. Its excellent mid-range characteristics will make the 650R a natural in commuting environments, and slipping in and out of traffic will be a cinch thanks to its lightweight trellis frame and responsive steering.
The 650R’s engine may be tuned for manageable power delivery, but it also has outstanding roll-on response when making a highway pass and more than enough power to make it an entertaining trackday companion. Kawasaki engineers called on their vast experience building Ninja supersport machines to develop a motorcycle possessing performance characteristics that will be a match for anything currently available in the middleweight arena, including those with larger displacement.
Ultimately, this exceptionally well-proportioned Ninja 650R represents a genre of motorcycle which is at home with both novice and experienced riders – and one that will be seen equally in daily midtown commuting situations as well as back-road-blasting on the weekends.
FEATURES:
Unique features
- Aggressive Ninja styling
- Powerful parallel-twin engine
- Compact size and weight
- Low seat height
Engine
- 649cc twin-cylinder, DOHC engine
- Parallel twin engine is the most compact in its category. The engine is considerably smaller than that of the Ninja 500 and helps reduce the dimension of the entire motorcycle
- Tuned to deliver smooth, responsive power in the low-to mid-rpm range with exceptional roll-on response for negotiating city traffic
- Triangular crank and transmission shaft layout makes the engine very short from front to back, a semi-dry sump oil system reduces overall engine height, while narrow pitch of the chrome composite plated aluminum cylinders helps reduce engine width
- Muffler with 3-way catalyzer and bullet-tip opening is mounted below the engine to help lower the center of gravity and aid weight centralization
- 180-degree crankshaft plus balancer shaft for extremely smooth engine operation
- Oil jets on the connecting rod big ends spray oil on the undersides of the pistons to aid cooling
Liquid Cooling
- Maintains consistent engine temperatures for long engine life and sustained power during hard use
- Allows closer engine tolerances for more horsepower
- Coolant is routed through the engine cases to reduce external hoses
Digital Fuel Injection
- 38mm Keihin throttle bodies feature sub-throttle valves for optimum performance and rideability. The sub-throttles, located behind the main throttle valves, are controlled by the ECU so that the DFI system gives a more precise throttle response, similar to a constant-velocity carburetor
- Precise fuel injection plus exhaust catalyzer significantly reduce emissions
- Automatic fast idle system makes starting and warm-up easy
Digital Capacitor Discharge Ignition (CDI) System
- Microprocessor-controlled timing never needs adjustment and is ultra-responsive to engine needs
- Spark plug mounted “stick” ignition coils are compact and help reduce weight
Six-Speed Transmission
- Cassette-style transmission puts the transmission shafts and shifts into a compact layout that is easily removed as a single unit from the cases for easier maintenance
Trellis Frame
- High tensile steel trellis frame is small and light
- Designed using 3-dimensional computer analysis to achieve the optimum stiffness balance for better handling
- Narrow at the knees and feet for rider comfort and control
Single-shock Rear Suspension
- Braced swingarm and offset, laydown single rear and shock complement the frame design to create an integrated line flowing from the steering head to the rear hub
- Short, compact frame and engine design allows the swingarm to be longer, which helps improve overall handling
Triple Petal Design Brake Discs
- Petal design rotors offer improved cooling and warp resistance
- Same rotor design as found on the Ninja ZX™-6R and ZX-10R supersports machines
Six-spoke wheels
- With the same engineering as the Ninja ZX-6R and ZX-10R, the six-spoke design requires much less material between spokes so that the rim thickness is thinner and overall wheel weight is reduced
Confidence-Inspiring Cockpit
- Low, narrow seat combined with the slim overall design allows riders to firmly plant both feet on the ground when stopped
- Carefully designed ergonomics result in a natural, comfortable riding position
- Textured seat cover helps keep the rider planted
Bodywork
- Stylish full fairing with aerodynamic windscreen cuts through the wind and helps protect the rider
- Integrated front turn signals with clear lenses enhance appearance
Honda CG 125 DELUXE 2013 Review
The Honda 125 Deluxe is a combination of a perfect and breathtaking design coupled with strenuous power. The Deluxe version of CG 125 is becoming extremely popular especially among the youth who can afford to spend on bikes in relatively high price range. The bike is powerful and satisfies the aesthetic taste of ever modernizing youth of Pakistan.
Talking about the design, Atlas Honda has left no stone unturned to impart a glorious look to this elegant motorbike. The seat is relaxing and comfortable and very suitable for long journeys. The speedometer is artistically sculptured and is provided with a tip meter, which enhances the process of the meter. Unlike other Honda bikes, 125 Deluxe also contains a tachometer with fuel gauge indicator. The patrol tank is also expertly designed and is embedded with enchanting graphics. The backlight comes with an aerodynamic cowl, cushions are strong and adjustable that adds to the grace of this beautiful bike.
The motorcycle is built on Euro 2 technology that is an exclusive property of Honda CG 125 series. Moreover, the motorcycle has been supplemented with Air Section Valve, which is an integral part of any modern motor engine. This latest technology gives this brilliant motorcycle and edge over it counterparts. Furthermore, the engine of the bike is a robust 4 stroke OHV and is cooled by air. The engine allows the bike to cover a long distances consuming very less amount of fuel and therefore is very cost effective.
Furthermore, there are some features that are common with the parent model that is Honda CG 125. The silencer is painted black and is protected by a silver color. The bike brake system is also very impressive and contains front hydraulic disk brakes which other bikes in Pakistan are devoid of. The hydraulic brake system also improves the overall efficiency of the motorcycle.
The ignition type of the bike is capacitor discharge ignition that is a traditional technology. However, the gear system of the motorcycle is unrivaled as there are 5 gears in the gear box that can really boost the speed in seconds. Most importantly in 5 gears transmission system, more power is available at low RPM that makes this motorcycle a great asset to possess.
Hence, Honda Deluxe is a sensational innovation by Atlas Honda that marvelously blends tradition with modernism. With its great features, 125 Deluxe is very likely to rock the market. Although it has not become as popular as its predecessor, so far yet it has a promise to become one of the most successful bike ever made in Pakistan.
Honda CG 125 DELUXE 2013 Picture
Honda CG 125 DELUXE 2013 Features
4-stroke air-cooled Single Cylinder
Kick Starter System
Ideal fuel economy
5- Gear Transmission
12-volt battery (instead of 6-volt)
Euro2 Technology with ASV (Air Section Valve)
Black painted silencer with stylish cover
Prominent Speed Meter
Ideal for High Speed
Aggressive Looking
Powerful Front Light
Back light with aerodynamic cowl
Tachometer with Fuel Guage Indicator
12 Liters Fuel Tank Capacity
Monday, September 16, 2013
Honda Motorcycles to add 500 more dealers
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Honda seriously are making their way to the top position gradually. After their "breakup" with the Hero group the company have taken seriously actions to increase their sales. They are trying to add 500 dealership!! Thats too good. At present HMSI (Honda) is on the III spot after the Hero and the Bajaj. Even in the news papers i saw the ads of the Honda to have dealership in many places that they require, their specifications etc. Honda are keen on their expansion.