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2009 Kawasaki Z1000

2009-05-19T03:50:00.000-07:00

Engine Type 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC, 4-Valve, 4-Cylinder
Displacement 953 cc
Bore & Stroke 77.20 x 50.9 mm
Maximum Torque 72.8 lb/ft @ 8,200 rpm
Compression Ratio 11.2:1

Fuel Injection DFI® with four 36mm Keihin throttle bodies, oval sub-throttles, ultra-fine atomizing fuel injectors
Ignition TCBI Digital Advance
Transmission 6-Speed
Final Drive X-Ring Chain
Frame Type Backbone, high-tensile steel tubes and cast aluminum engine sub-frame
Rake/Trail 24.5 deg. / 4.0 in.

Front Suspension/Wheel Travel 41mm inverted cartridge fork with stepless rebound damping and adjustable spring preload / 4.7 in.
Rear Suspension/Wheel Travel Bottom-Link Uni-Trak® with gas-charged shock, stepless rebound damping and adjustable spring preload / 5.9 in.
Front Tire Size 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire Size 190/50 ZR17
Wheelbase 56.9 in.
Front Brake Type Dual 300mm petal rotors with radial-mount four-piston calipers
Rear Brake Type Single 250mm petal rotor with single-piston caliper
Fuel Tank Capacity 4.9 gal.
Seat Height 32.3 in.

Overall Length 82.3 in.
Overall Width 30.7 in.
Overall Height 41.9 in.
Color Pearl Crystal White
Warranty 12 months

2009 Kawasaki ER-6N

2009-05-16T00:55:00.000-07:00

Engine Type Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, four-valve per cylinder, parallel twin
Displacement 649 cc
Bore & Stroke 83.0 x 60.0 mm
Compression Ratio 11.3:1
Maximum Torque 48.5 lb/ft @7,000 rpm
Cooling Liquid
Fuel Injection Digital fuel injection with two 38mm Keihin throttle bodies

Ignition Digital CDI
Transmission 6-Speed
Final Drive O-Ring Chain
Frame Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel
Rake/Trail 24.5°/4.0 in.
Front Tire Size 120/70-17
Rear Tire Size 160/60-17

Wheelbase 55.3 in.
Front Suspension / wheel travel 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 4.7 in.
Rear Suspension / wheel travel Single offset laydown shock with adjustable spring preload / 4.9 in.
Front Brake Type Dual 300mm Petal Disc with 2-Piston Caliper
Rear Brake Type Single 220mm Petal Disc with hydraulic caliper
Fuel Tank Capacity 4.1 gal.
Seat Height 30.9 in.
Curb Weight 442 lbs.

Overall length 82.7 in.
Overall width 29.9 in.
Overall height 43.3 in.
Color Candy Plasma Blue
Warranty 12 months

2009 Kawasaki KX 100

2009-05-12T04:59:00.000-07:00

Engine Two-stroke single with KIPS®
Displacement 99cc
Bore x stroke 52.5 x 45.8mm
Cooling Liquid
Carburetion Keihin PWK28

Induction Two-petal reed valve
Compression ratio 9.6:1 (low speed) – 8.8:1 (high speed)
Ignition Digital CDI
Transmission Six-speed
Final drive Chain
Frame High-tensile steel perimeter design with subframe member
Rake / trail 27 degrees / 4.1 in.

Front suspension / wheel travel 36mm inverted telescopic cartridge fork with 18-way compression damping / 10.8 in.
Rear suspension / wheel travel UNI-TRAK® single shock system with 4-way compression and 18-way rebound damping plus adjustable spring preload / 10.8 in.
Front tire 70/100x19
Rear tire 90/100x16
Front brake / rear brake Hydraulic disc / Disc
Overall length 75.2 in.
Overall width 28.9 in.
Overall height 43.5 in.

Ground clearance 15.0 in.
Seat height 34.3 in.
Curb weight 156.5 lbs.
Fuel capacity 1.5 gal.
Wheelbase 50.8 in.
Color Lime Green

2009 Kawasaki KX250F

2009-05-08T03:18:00.000-07:00

Engine Four-stroke single with DOHC and four valves
Displacement 249cc
Bore x stroke 77.0 x 53.6mm
Cooling Liquid
Carburetion Keihin FCR37 and hot start circuit

Compression ratio 13.2:1
Ignition Digital CDI with K-TRIC throttle position sensor
Transmission Five-speed with wet multi-disc manual clutch
Final drive Chain
Frame Aluminum perimeter
Rake / trail 27.7 degrees / 4.8 in.

Front suspension / wheel travel 47mm inverted twin-chamber telescopic fork with 16-way compression and rebound damping / 12.4 in.
Rear suspension / wheel travel UNI-TRAK® linkage system with 13-way low-speed and 2-turn high-speed compression damping, 17-way rebound damping and fully adjustable spring preload / 12.2 in.
Front tire 80/100-21
Rear tire 100/90-19
Front brake Single semi-floating 250mm petal disc with dual piston caliper
Rear brake Single 240mm petal disc with single-piston caliper

Overall length 85.4 in.
Overall width 32.3 in.
Overall height 50.0 in.
Wheelbase 57.9 in.
Ground Clearance 13.4 in.
Seat height 37.6 in.
Curb weight 229.9 lbs.
Fuel capacity 2.1 gal.
Color Lime Green

2009 Kawasaki KX450F MONSTER

2009-05-05T01:25:00.000-07:00

Engine Liquid-cooled, four-stroke single with DOHC and four valves
Displacement 449cc
Bore x stroke 96.0 x 62.1mm
Compression ratio 12.5:1
Fuel Injection 43mm Keihin Throttle body
Ignition Digital DC-CDI
Transmission Five-speed

Rake / trail 26.7 degrees / 4.6 in.
Front suspension / wheel travel 48mm inverted, Kayaba AOS with DLC coated sliders, 22-position compression and 20-position rebound dampening adjustment / 12.4 in.
Rear suspension / wheel travel UNI-TRAK® linkage system and Kayaba shock with 22-position low-speed and stepless high-speed compression dampening, 22-position rebound dampening and fully adjustable spring preload / 12.4 in.
Front tire 90/100-21

Rear tire 120/80-19
Front brake Single semi-floating 250mm petal disc with dual piston caliper
Rear brake Single 240mm petal disc with single-piston caliper
Overall length 86.0 in.
Overall width 32.3 in.
Overall height 50.4 in.

Wheelbase 58.3 in.
Ground clearance 13.4 in
Seat height 38.0 in.
Curb weight 247.1 lbs.
Fuel capacity 1.85 gal.
Color Ebony

2009 Kawasaki KX450F

2009-05-02T02:33:00.000-07:00

Engine Liquid-cooled, four-stroke single with DOHC and four valves
Displacement 449cc
Bore x stroke 96.0 x 62.1mm
Compression ratio 12.5:1
Fuel Injection 43mm Keihin Throttle body

Ignition Digital DC-CDI
Transmission Five-speed
Rake / trail 26.7 degrees / 4.6 in.
Front suspension / wheel travel 48mm inverted, Kayaba AOS with DLC coated sliders, 22-position compression and 20-position rebound dampening adjustment / 12.4 in.
Rear suspension / wheel travel UNI-TRAK® linkage system and Kayaba shock with 22-position low-speed and stepless high-speed compression dampening, 22-position rebound dampening and fully adjustable spring preload / 12.4 in.

Front tire 90/100-21
Rear tire 120/80-19
Front brake Single semi-floating 250mm petal disc with dual piston caliper
Rear brake Single 240mm petal disc with single-piston caliper
Overall length 86.0 in.
Overall width 32.3 in.
Overall height 50.4 in.

Wheelbase 58.3 in.
Ground clearance 13.4 in
Seat height 38.0 in.
Curb weight 247.1 lbs.
Fuel capacity 1.85 gal.
Color Lime Green

2009 Kawasaki Super Sherpa

2009-04-30T09:11:00.000-07:00

Engine 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve single cylinder
Displacement 249cc
Bore x stroke 72.0 x 61.2mm
Compression ratio 9.3:1
Fuel System Single 34mm Mikuni BST34 carburetor
Ignition CDI

Transmission Six-speed
Final drive Chain
Frame Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel
Rake / trail 28 degrees / 4.2 in.
Front suspension / wheel travel 36mm telescopic fork / 9.1 in.
Rear suspension / wheel travel Uni-Trak® single shock system adjustable preload and 20-way rebound damping adjustability / 7.3 in.
Front tire 2.75 x 21
Rear tire 4.10 x 18

Front brake / rear brake Single hydraulic disc / Single hydraulic disc
Overall length 81.9 in.
Overall width 30.7 in.
Overall Height 46.9 in.
Seat height 32.7 in.
Wheelbase 54.1 in.
Ground clearance 10.6 in.

Fuel capacity 2.4 gal.
Curb weight 282.1 lbs.
Color Olive Green / Ebony
Good Times™ Protection Plan 12, 24 or 36 months
Warranty 12 Months

2009 Kawasaki KLX250FS

2009-04-27T05:07:00.000-07:00

Engine Four-stroke, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC, four-valve single
Displacement 249cc
Bore x stroke 72.0 x 61.2mm
Compression ratio 11.0:1
Cooling Liquid
Carburetion Keihin CVK34

Ignition Digital CDI
Transmission Six-speed
Final drive Chain
Frame Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel
Rake / trail 25.5 degrees / 2.9 in.
Front suspension / wheel travel 43mm Inverted Cartridge Fork with 16-Way Compression and Rebound Damping Adjustment / 9.1 in.
Rear suspension / wheel travel Uni-Trak® with Adjustable Preload, 16-Way Compression and Rebound Damping Adjustment / 8.1 in.

Front tire 110/70x17
Rear tire 130/70x17
Front brake / rear brake 300mm semi-floating petal disc with two-piston hydraulic caliper / 240mm petal disc with single-piston hydraulic caliper
Overall length 83.9 in.
Overall width 31.3 in.
Overall Height 44.9 in.
Seat height 33.9 in.

Wheelbase 56.3 in.
Ground clearance 8.9 in.
Fuel capacity 2.0 gal.
Curb weight 302.1 lbs.
Color Ebony
Good Times™ Protection Plan 12, 24 or 36 months
Warranty 12 Months

2009 Kawasaki KLX250S

2009-04-25T02:59:00.000-07:00

Engine Four-stroke, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC, four-valve single
Displacement 249cc
Bore x stroke 72.0 x 61.2mm
Compression ratio 11.0:1
Cooling Liquid

Carburetion Keihin CVK34
Ignition Digital CDI
Transmission Six-speed
Final drive Chain
Frame Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel
Rake / trail 26.5 degrees / 4.1 in.
Front suspension / wheel travel 43mm Inverted Cartridge Fork with 16-Way Compression Damping Adjustment / 10.0 in.
Rear suspension / wheel travel Uni-Trak® with Adjustable Preload, 16-Way Compression and Rebound Damping Adjustment / 9.1 in.

Front tire 80/100x21
Rear tire 100/100x18
Front brake / rear brake 250mm semi-floating petal disc with two-piston hydraulic caliper / 240mm petal disc with single-piston hydraulic caliper
Overall length 86.6 in.
Overall width 32.3 in.
Overall Height 47.4 in.
Seat height 35.0 in.

Wheelbase 56.3 in.
Ground clearance 11.2 in.
Fuel capacity 2.0 gal.
Dry weight 277.8 lbs.(280 lbs CA model)
Color Lime Green, Sunbeam Red
Good Times™ Protection Plan 12, 24 or 36 months
Warranty 12 Months

2009 Kawasaki KLR650

2009-04-22T23:08:00.000-07:00

Engine Four-stroke, DOHC, four-valve single
Displacement 651cc
Bore x stroke 100.0 x 83.0mm
Compression ratio 9.8:1
Cooling Liquid
Carburetion Keihin CVK40

Ignition Fully transistorized
Transmission Five-speed
Final drive Chain
Frame Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel
Rake / trail 28 degrees / 4.4 in.
Front suspension / wheel travel 41mm telescopic fork / 7.9 in.
Rear suspension / wheel travel UNI-TRAK® single-shock system with 5-way preload and stepless rebound damping / 7.3 in.
Front tire 90/90x21

Rear tire 130/80x17
Front brake / rear brake Single 280mm petal-type disc, two-piston caliper / single 240mm disc, single-piston caliper
Overall length 90.4 in.
Overall width 37.8 in.
Overall height 53.1 in.
Ground clearance 8.3 in.

Seat height 35.0 in.
Curb weight 432 lbs.
Fuel capacity 6.1 gal.
Wheelbase 58.3 in.
Color choices Ebony, Sunbeam Red, Oriental Blue
Good Times™ Protection Plan 12, 24, 36 or 48 months
Warranty 12 Months

2009 Kawasaki KLX110

2009-04-20T09:12:00.000-07:00

Engine Four-stroke, SOHC, two-valve single
Displacement 111cc
Bore x stroke 53.0 x 50.6mm
Compression ratio 9.5:1
Cooling Air
Carburetion Keihin PB18

Ignition CDI
Transmission Three-speed with automatic clutch
Final drive Chain
Frame Backbone frame, high-tensile steel
Rake / trail 25.5 degrees / 2.1 in.
Front suspension / wheel travel 30mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 4.3 in.
Rear suspension / wheel travel Swingarm with single hydraulic shock / 4.2 in.
Front tire 2.50x14
Rear tire 3.00x12

Front brake / rear brake Mechanical Drum / Mechanical drum
Overall length 61.2 in.
Overall width 26.0 in.
Overall height 37.6
Ground clearance 7.5 in.
Seat height 25.6 in.
Curb weight 149.8 lbs.

Wheelbase 41.9 in.
Fuel capacity 1.0 gal.
Color Lime Green
Good Times™ Protection Plan 12, 24 or 36 months
Warranty 6 Months

2009 Kawasaki KLX140 MONSTER ENERGY

2009-04-18T09:12:00.000-07:00

Engine Four-stroke, SOHC, two-valve single
Displacement 144cc
Bore x stroke 58.0 x 54.4mm
Compression ratio 9.5:1
Cooling Air

Carburetion Keihin PB20
Ignition CDI
Transmission Five-speed with wet multi-disc manual clutch
Final drive Chain
Frame High-Tensile steel, box-section perimeter
Rake / trail 27 degrees / 3.3 in.
Front suspension / wheel travel 33mm telescopic fork / 7.1 in.
Rear suspension / wheel travel UNI-TRAK® linkage system and single shock with 5-way preload adjustability / 7.1 in.

Front tire 70/100-17
Rear tire 90/100-14
Front brake / rear brake Single 220mm petal disc with a dual-piston caliper / Single 186mm petal disc with single-piston caliper
Overall length 71.7 in.
Overall width 31.1 in.
Overall height 41.3 in.

Ground clearance 9.3 in.
Seat height 30.7 in.
Curb weight 205.0 lbs.
Wheelbase 49.6 in.
Fuel capacity 1.5 gal.
Color Ebony
Warranty 6 months base warranty

2009 Kawasaki KLX 140

2009-04-17T03:38:00.000-07:00

Engine Four-stroke, SOHC, two-valve single
Displacement 144cc
Bore x stroke 58.0 x 54.4mm
Compression ratio 9.5:1
Cooling Air
Carburetion Keihin PB20

Ignition CDI
Transmission Five-speed with wet multi-disc manual clutch
Final drive Chain
Frame High-Tensile steel, box-section perimeter
Rake / trail 27 degrees / 3.3 in.
Front suspension / wheel travel 33mm telescopic fork / 7.1 in.
Rear suspension / wheel travel UNI-TRAK® linkage system and single shock with 5-way preload adjustability / 7.1 in.

Front tire 70/100-17
Rear tire 90/100-14
Front brake / rear brake Single 220mm petal disc with a dual-piston caliper / Single 186mm petal disc with single-piston caliper
Overall length 71.7 in.
Overall width 31.1 in.
Overall height 41.3 in.
Ground clearance 9.3 in.

Seat height 30.7 in.
Curb weight 205.0 lbs.
Wheelbase 49.6 in.
Fuel capacity 1.5 gal.
Color Lime Green

2009 Kawasaki KLX 450R

2009-04-16T00:29:00.000-07:00

Engine Type Four-stroke, DOHC, four-valve single
Displacement 449 cc
Bore & Stroke 96.0 x 62.1 mm
Compression Ratio 12.0:1

Cooling Liquid
Carburetor Keihin FCR40
Ignition Digital AC-CDI
Starting Electric, with primary kick backup
Transmission Wide-ratio five-speed
Final Drive Sealed chain
Frame Aluminum, perimeter design
Rake/Trail 27.7°/4.8 in.
Front Tire Size 80/100-21
Rear Tire Size 110/100-18

Front Suspension / wheel travel 48mm inverted AOS-type cartridge fork with 22-way compression damping and 20-way rebound damping / 12.0 in.
Rear Suspension / wheel travel UNI-TRAK® single shock system with 22-way low-speed, two-turn variable high-speed compression damping and 22-way rebound damping / 12.4 in.
Front Brake Type 250mm petal rotor with hydraulic dual-piston caliper
Rear Brake Type 240mm petal disc with hydraulic single-piston caliper
Wheelbase 58.3 in.
Fuel Tank Capacity 2.1 gal.
Ground Clearance 12.6 in.
Seat Height 37.0 in.

Curb Weight 277.7 lbs.
Overall Length 85.8 in.
Overall Width 32.3 in.
Overall Height 49.4 in.
Color Lime Green
Warranty 6 months

2009 Kawasaki Ninja 650R

2009-04-14T05:47:00.000-07:00

Engine Type Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, four-valve per cylinder, parallel twin
Displacement 649 cc
Bore & Stroke 83.0 x 60.0 mm
Compression Ratio 11.3:1
Maximum Torque 48.5 lb/ft @7,000 rpm
Cooling Liquid

Fuel Injection Digital fuel injection with two 38mm Keihin throttle bodies
Ignition Digital CDI
Transmission 6-Speed
Final Drive O-Ring Chain
Frame Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel
Rake/Trail 25°/4.2 in.
Front Tire Size 120/70-17
Rear Tire Size 160/60-17

Wheelbase 55.5 in.
Front Suspension / wheel travel 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 4.7 in.
Rear Suspension / wheel travel Single offset laydown shock with adjustable spring preload / 4.9 in.
Front Brake Type Dual 300mm Petal Disc with 2-Piston Caliper
Rear Brake Type Single 220mm Petal Disc with hydraulic caliper
Fuel Tank Capacity 4.1 gal.
Seat Height 31.1

Curb Weight 440.9 lbs.
Overall length 82.9 in.
Overall width 29.9 in.
Overall height 50.0 in.
Color Lime Green, Passion Red, Metallic Diablo Black
Warranty 12 months

2009 Kawasaki Ninja 500R

2009-04-13T03:51:00.000-07:00

Engine Four-stroke, DOHC, parallel twin
Displacement 498cc
Starting Electric
Bore x stroke 74.0 x 58.0mm
Compression ratio 10.8:1
Cooling Liquid

Carburetion Keihin CVK34 x 2
Ignition TCBI with digital advance
Transmission Six-speed
Final drive Chain
Frame High-tensile steel, perimeter design
Rake / trail 27 degrees / 3.6 in.

Front suspension / wheel travel 37mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 5.1 in.
Rear suspension / wheel travel UNI-TRAK® system with single shock / 3.9 in.
Front tire 110/70-17 tubeless
Rear tire 130/70x17 tubeless
Front brake / rear brake Hydraulic disc / Disc
Overall length 82.5 in.
Overall width 27.6 in.
Overall height 45.7 in.
Ground clearance 4.7 in.
Seat height 30.5 in.
Curb weight 434.4 lbs.

Fuel capacity 4.8 gal.
Wheelbase 56.5 in.
Color Metallic Diablo Black, Candy Plasma Blue
Good Times™ Protection Plan 12, 24, 36 or 48 months
Warranty 12 Months

2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250R

2009-04-11T23:19:00.000-07:00

Engine Type Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, four-valve per cylinder, parallel twin
Displacement 649 cc
Bore & Stroke 83.0 x 60.0 mm
Compression Ratio 11.3:1
Maximum Torque 48.5 lb/ft @7,000 rpm

Cooling Liquid
Fuel Injection Digital fuel injection with two 38mm Keihin throttle bodies
Ignition Digital CDI
Transmission 6-Speed
Final Drive O-Ring Chain
Frame Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel
Rake/Trail 24.5°/4.0 in.
Front Tire Size 120/70-17

Rear Tire Size 160/60-17
Wheelbase 55.3 in.
Front Suspension / wheel travel 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 4.7 in.
Rear Suspension / wheel travel Single offset laydown shock with adjustable spring preload / 4.9 in.
Front Brake Type Dual 300mm Petal Disc with 2-Piston Caliper
Rear Brake Type Single 220mm Petal Disc with hydraulic caliper
Fuel Tank Capacity 4.1 gal.
Seat Height 30.9 in.

Curb Weight 442 lbs.
Overall length 82.7 in.
Overall width 29.9 in.
Overall height 43.3 in.
Color Candy Plasma Blue
Warranty 12 months

2009 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14

2009-04-10T05:31:00.003-07:00

Engine Type Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, four valve per cylinder, inline-four
Displacement 1352 cc
Bore x Stroke 84.0 x 61.0 mm
Maximum Torque 154 N/m {15.7 kgf/m} 113.5 lb-ft @ 7,500 rpm
Compression Ratio 12.0:1

Fuel Injection DFI with Mikuni 44mm Mikuni Throttle Bodies (4)
Ignition TCBI with Digital Advance
Transmission 6-Speed
Final Drive X-Ring Chain
Rake/Trail 23 degrees / 94 mm.
Front Tire Size 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire Size 190/50 ZR17

Wheelbase 57.5 in.
Overall Height 46.1 in.
Overall Length 85.4 in.
Overall Width 29.9 in.
Front Suspension / wheel travel 43mm inverted cartridge fork with adjustable preload, stepless rebound and compression damping adjustments / 4.6 in.
Rear Suspension / wheel travel Bottom-Link Uni-Trak® and gas-charged shock with adjustable preload, stepless rebound and compression damping adjustments, adjustable ride height / 4.8 in.
Front Brake Type Dual semi-floating 310 mm petal discs with dual radial-mounted four-piston calipers
Rear Brake Type Single 250mm petal disc with twin-piston caliper

Fuel Tank Capacity 5.8 gal.
Seat Height 31.5 in.
Curb Weight 566.7 lbs.
Colors Candy Lime Green / Flat Super Black, Special Edition Candy Burnt Orange / Metallic Diablo Black
MSRP Standard $12,099 / Special Edition: $12,399
Warranty 12 months

2009 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

2009-04-09T03:09:00.000-07:00

Engine Type Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, four valves per cylinder, inline-four
Displacement 998cc
Bore x Stroke 76.0 x 55.0 mm
Maximum Torque 83.2 lb-ft @ 8,700 rpm
Compression Ratio 12.9:1
Fuel Injection DFI with 43mm Keihin throttle bodies with oval sub-throttles, two injectors per cylinder

Ignition TCBI with digital advance and Kawasaki Ignition Management System (KIMS)
Transmission Six-speed
Final Drive Chain
Rake/Trail 25.5deg / 4.3 in.
Front Tire Size 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire Size 190/55 ZR17
Wheelbase 55.7 in.

Front Suspension / wheel travel 43mm inverted fork with DLC coating, adjustable rebound and compression damping, spring preload adjustability and top-out springs / 4.7 in.
Rear Suspension / wheel travel Uni-Trak® with top-out spring, stepless, dual-range (high/low-speed) compression damping, stepless rebound damping, fully adjustable spring preload / 4.9 in.
Front Brake Type Dual semi-floating 310 mm petal discs with dual four-piston radial-mount calipers
Rear Brake Type Single 220mm petal disc with single-piston aluminum caliper
Fuel Tank Capacity 4.5 gal.
Seat Height 32.7 in.
Curb Weight 458.6 lbs.

Overall length 83.1 in.
Overall width 28.0 in.
Overall height 44.7 in.
Color Ebony, Candy Burnt Orange / Flat Super Black, Special Edition Lime Green / Metallic Diablo Black
MSRP Standard $11,799 / Special Edition $11,999
Warranty 12 Months

2009 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R

2009-04-08T05:53:00.000-07:00

Engine Type: 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC, 4 Valve Cylinder Head, Transverse In-Line 4-Cylinder
Displacement: 636 cc
Bore & Stroke 68.0 x 43.8 mm
Maximum Torque: 52.0 lb-ft @ 11,500 rpm

Compression Ratio: 12.9:1
Carburetor: DFI with Keihin 38mm Throttle Bodies (4)
Transmission: 6-Speed
Final Drive: X-Ring Chain

Rake/Trail: 25°/4.2 in.
Front Wheel Travel: 4.7 in.
Rear Wheel Travel: 5.3 in.
Front Tire Size: 120/65-ZR17
Rear Tire Size: 180/55-ZR17
Wheelbase: 54.7 in.
Front Suspension: 41mm Inverted Cartridge Fork with Adjustable
Preload, Stepless Rebound and Compression Damping
Rear Suspension: Uni-Trak with Adjustable Preload,
Stepless Rebound and Compression Damping

Front Brake Type: Dual 300mm Floating Discs with
Radial Mount, Opposed 4-Piston Calipers
Rear Brake Type: Single 220mm Disc
Fuel Tank Capacity: 4.5 gal.
Seat Height: 32.3 in.
Dry Weight: 362 lb.
Color: Lime Green, Candy Plasma Blue, Vivid Yellow, Special Edition: Ebony
Warranty: 12 months

2009 Kawasaki Eliminator 125

2009-04-07T02:47:00.000-07:00

Engine Type 4-Stroke, Air-Cooled, SOHC, Single
Displacement 124 cc
Bore and Stroke 55.0 x 52.4 mm
Compression Ratio 9.6:1

Fuel System Single, 28mm Mikuni BS28 carberator
Ignition Electric CDI
Transmission 5-Speed
Final drive Chain
Frame Double cradle, high-tensile steel
Rake/Trail 34°/4.7 in.
Front Tire Size 90/90-17

Rear Tire Size 130/90-15
Front Suspension / wheel travel 33mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 5.5 in.
Rear Suspension / wheel travel Twin shocks with five-way adjustable preload / 3.1 in.
Wheelbase 57.9 in.
Front Brake Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Drum
Fuel Tank Capacity 3.4 gal.
Seat Height 26.8 in.

Curb Weight 319.6 lbs.
Overall length 84.6 in.
Overall width 30.7 in.
Overall height 41.3
Color Metallic Phantom Silver
Warranty 12 months

2009 Kawasaki Vulcan 2000 Classic LT

2009-04-06T04:41:00.000-07:00

Engine Four-stroke, 52-degree V-twin, dual cams, eight valves
Displacement 2053 cc/125ci
Bore and Stroke 103.0 x 123.2 mm
Maximum Torque 141 lb-ft @ 2,800 rpm
Cooling Liquid, plus cooling fins
Compression Ratio 9.5:1
Induction Digital fuel injection, dual 46mm Keihin throttle bodies

Frame Steel, double-cradle with box-section single-tube backbone
Ignition TCBI with Digital Advance
Transmission 5-Speed with positive neutral finder
Rake/Trail 32°/7.2 in.
Suspension, Front / Wheel Travel 49mm telescopic fork / 5.9 in.
Suspension, Rear / Wheel Travel Triangulated steel tube swingarm with direct-action single shock, fully-adjustable spring preload, eight-way rebound damping / 3.9 in.

Front Tire Size 150/80-16
Rear Tire Size 200/60-16
Wheelbase 68.3 in.
Front Brake Type Dual 300mm Discs with 4-Piston Calipers
Rear Brake Type 320mm disc with dual-piston caliper
Fuel Tank Capacity 5.5 gal.
Ground Clearance 5.3 in.
Seat Height 26.8 in.

Curb Weight 884.2 lbs.
Overall Length 99.8 in.
Overall Width 40.4 in.
Overall Height 58.3 in.
Color Two tone: Metallic Diablo Black / Candy Diamond Red, Two tone: Neutron Silver / Candy Imperial Blue
Warranty 12 months

2009 Kawasaki Vulcan 2000 Classic

2009-04-05T03:35:00.000-07:00

Engine Four-stroke, 52-degree V-twin, dual cams, eight valves
Displacement 2053 cc/125ci
Bore and Stroke 103.0 x 123.2 mm
Maximum Torque 141 lb-ft @ 2,800 rpm
Cooling Liquid, plus cooling fins
Compression Ratio 9.5:1
Induction Digital fuel injection, dual 46mm Keihin throttle bodies

Frame Steel, double-cradle with box-section single-tube backbone
Ignition TCBI with Digital Advance
Transmission 5-Speed with positive neutral finder
Rake/Trail 32°/7.2 in.
Suspension, Front / Wheel Travel 49mm telescopic fork / 5.9 in.
Suspension, Rear / Wheel Travel Triangulated steel tube swingarm with direct-action single shock, fully-adjustable spring preload, eight-way rebound damping / 3.9 in.

Front Tire Size 150/80-16
Rear Tire Size 200/60-16
Wheelbase 68.3 in.
Front Brake Type Dual 300mm Discs with 4-Piston Calipers
Rear Brake Type 320mm disc with dual-piston caliper
Fuel Tank Capacity 5.5 gal.
Ground Clearance 5.3 in.

Seat Height 26.8 in.
Curb Weight 837.9 lbs.
Overall Length 99.8 in.
Overall Width 40.4 in.
Overall Height 45.5 in.
Color Candy Diamond Red/ Metallic Titanium
Warranty 12 months

2009 Kawasaki Vulcan 2000

2009-04-03T07:07:00.000-07:00

Engine Four-stroke, 52-degree V-twin, dual cams, eight valves
Displacement 2053 cc/125ci
Bore and Stroke 103.0 x 123.2 mm
Maximum Torque 141 lb-ft @ 2,800 rpm

Cooling Liquid, plus cooling fins
Compression Ratio 9.5:1
Induction Digital fuel injection, dual 46mm Keihin throttle bodies
Frame Steel, double-cradle with box-section single-tube backbone
Ignition TCBI with Digital Advance
Transmission 5-Speed
Rake/Trail 32°/7.2 in.

Suspension, Front / Wheel Travel 49mm telescopic fork / 5.9 in.
Suspension, Rear / Wheel Travel Triangulated steel tube swingarm with direct-action single shock, fully-adjustable spring preload, eight-way rebound damping / 3.9 in.
Front Tire Size 150/80-16
Rear Tire Size 200/60-16
Wheelbase 68.3 in.
Front Brake Type Dual 300mm Discs with 4-Piston Calipers
Rear Brake Type 320mm disc with dual-piston caliper
Fuel Tank Capacity 5.5 gal.
Ground Clearance 5.3 in.

Seat Height 26.8 in.
Curb Weight 837.9 lbs.
Overall Length 99.8 in.
Overall Width 40.4 in.
Overall Height 45.5 in.
Color Metallic Titanium
Warranty 12 months

2009 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT

2009-04-02T09:14:00.000-07:00

Engine Type 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, SOHC, 4-Valve Cylinder Head, V-Twin
Displacement 903cc / 55.1 cu.in.
Bore and Stroke 88 x 74.2 mm
Maximum Torque 58.2 lb.-ft. @ 3,500 rpm
Compression Ratio 9.5:1

Cooling Liquid
Fuel Injection EFI with dual 34mm Keihin Throttle Bodies
Ignition TCBI with Electronic Advance
Transmission 5-Speed
Final Drive Belt
Rake/Trail 32°/6.3 in.
Front Suspension / Wheel Travel 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 5.9 in.
Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel Uni-Track® swingarm / 4.1 in.

Front Tire Size 130/90-16
Rear Tire Size 180/70-15
Wheelbase 64.8 in.
Front Brake / Rear Brake Single 272mm hydraulic disc with two-piston caliper / 242mm hydraulic disc
Fuel Tank Capacity 5.3 gal.
Seat Height 26.8 in.
Overall Length 97.0 in.

Overall Width 39.6 in.
Overall Height 58.3 in.
Curb Weight 657.1 lbs.
Color Two Tone: Metallic Diablo Black / Candy Imperial Blue, Two Tone: Candy Diamond Red / Metallic Titanium, Two Tone: Metallic Titanium /Pearl Crystal White

2009 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic

2009-04-01T06:15:00.000-07:00

Engine Type 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, SOHC, 4-Valve Cylinder Head, V-Twin
Displacement 903cc / 55.1 cu.in.
Bore and Stroke 88 x 74.2 mm
Maximum Torque 58.2 lb.-ft. @ 3,500 rpm
Compression Ratio 9.5:1
Cooling Liquid

Fuel Injection EFI with dual 34mm Keihin Throttle Bodies
Ignition TCBI with Electronic Advance
Transmission 5-Speed
Final Drive Belt
Rake/Trail 32°/6.3 in.
Front Suspension / Wheel Travel 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 5.9 in.
Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel Uni-Track® swingarm / 4.1 in

Front Tire Size 130/90-16
Rear Tire Size 180/70-15
Wheelbase 64.8 in.
Front Brake / Rear Brake 272mm hydraulic disc / 242mm hydraulic disc
Fuel Tank Capacity 5.3 gal.
Seat Height 26.8 in.

Overall Length 97.0 in.
Overall Width 39.6 in.
Overall Height 41.9 in.
Curb Weight 619.6 lbs.
Color Metallic Diablo Black, Candy Plasma Blue, Candy Diamond Red

2009 Kawasaki Vulcan 500 LTD

2009-03-31T08:18:00.000-07:00

Engine Type Four-stroke, DOHC, eight-valve parallel twin
Displacement 498 cc
Bore & Stroke 74.0 x 58.0 mm
Cooling Liquid
Compression Ratio 10.2:1
Carburetor Keihin CVK32 x 2
Ignition Digital TCBI
Transmission 6-Speed
Final Drive O-Ring Chain
Frame Double-cradle, steel
Rake/Trail 33°/5.9 in.
Front Suspension / Wheel Travel 41mm hydraulic fork / 5.9 in.
Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel Dual hydraulic shocks with five-way adjustable spring preload / 3.9 in.

Front Tire Size 100/90-19
Rear Tire Size 140/90-15
Wheelbase 62.8 in.
Front Brake Type Hydraulic disc
Rear Brake Type Mechanical drum
Fuel Tank Capacity 4.0 gal.
Seat Height 28.1 in.
Curb Weight 471.9 lb.

2009 Suzuki RM 85

2009-03-30T03:08:00.000-07:00

MSRP: $3,499

Model Number RM85K9
Type Motocross
Warranty
Suggested Retail Price $3499
SEP $0
Engine 2-stroke, liquid-cooled
Bore & Stroke 48.0 mm (1.890 in) x 46.8 mm (1.843 in)
Compression Ratio 9.5/10.9 : 1
Fuel System KEIHIN PE28, single
Lubrication Fuel/oil premixture of 30 : 1
Ignition Electronic ignition (CDI)
Starter Primary kick
Transmission 6-speed constant mesh
Final Drive D.I.D 428DS, 118 links
Overall Length 1805 mm (71.1 in)
Overall Width 735 mm (28.9 in)
Overall Height 1100 mm (43.3 in)
Seat Height 850 mm (33.5 in)
Ground Clearance 325 mm (12.8 in)
Wheelbase 1240 mm (48.8 in)
Dry Weight 73 kg (161 lbs)
Suspension Front Telescopic, pneumatic/coil spring, oil damped
Suspension Rear Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Brakes Front Disc brake
Brakes Rear Disc brake
Tires Front 70/100-17 40M
Tires Rear 90/100-14 49M
Fuel Tank Capacity 5.0 L (1.3/1.1 US/Imp gal)
Color Champion Yellow No. 2

Engine Features
- High-revving 84.7cc, liquid-cooled, case-reed engine produces strong peak power and torque - includes aluminum exhaust valves for more stable exhaust flow and RM125-style exhaust valve governor and linkage for precise valve movement and strong throttle response
- SCEM-plated cylinder - lighter than a steel-sleeved cylinder with superior heat transfer capability
Keihin™ PE28 carburetor provides smooth throttle response and is designed for simplified maintenance
- Smooth shifting 6-speed transmission - shift drum detent plate and detent spring designed for positive shift feel, plus needle bearing mounted on the left side of the shift drum to reduce friction
- Knurl-finished gear shift lever tip for improved appearance and feel
- Large-capacity radiator for efficient engine cooling
-Magneto cover with styling similar to RM/250

Chassis Features
- Frame designed for increased rigidity, durability and straight line performance; features large diameter tubing in key areas and large front reinforcement plate - Aluminum swingarm with chain adjustment system similar to RM250 - Brake and shift pedals designed with thick cross-section for durability - Showa 37mm inverted fork featuring cartridge damping system with fully-adjustable rebound damping and 20-way adjustable compression damping - Includes fork guards to protect inner fork tubes - Showa rear shock absorber with large diameter shock body and valving designed to produce a plush feel and increase bottoming resistance - Twin piston front brake caliper and large 220mm diameter front brake rotor, plus large capacity front master cylinder - Lightweight rear brake system with large 200mm diameter rear brake rotor for positive brake feel - Chrome-moly footpegs for increased durability and improved rider feel - Easy to use clutch lever with long lever stroke for precise clutch operation and feel - Wheel sizes to meet AMA 85cc class regulations F: 70/100-17, R: 90/100-14 - Fuel tank, radiator shroud, seat and number plates with design and graphics similar to RM250

2009 Suzuki RM-Z450

2009-03-28T05:18:00.000-07:00

Model Number RMZ250K9
Type Motocross
Warranty
Suggested Retail Price $6299
SEP $0
Engine 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC
Bore & Stroke 77.0 mm (3.03 in) x 53.6 mm (2.11 in)
Compression Ratio 13.4 : 1
Fuel System KEIHIN FCR37MX
Lubrication Semi-dry sump
Ignition Electronic ignition (CDI)
Starter Primary kick
Transmission 5-speed constant mesh
Final Drive D.I.D 520DMA2, 112 links
Overall Length 2165 mm (85.2 in)
Overall Width 830 mm (32.7 in)
Overall Height 1260 mm (49.6 in)
Seat Height 955 mm (37.6 in)
Ground Clearance 350 mm (13.8 in)
Wheelbase 1465 mm (57.7 in)
Dry Weight 102 kg (225 lbs)
Suspension Front Upside-down telescopic fork
Suspension Rear Swingarm type
Brakes Front Disc brake
Brakes Rear Disc brake
Tires Front 80/100-21 51M, tube type
Tires Rear 100/90-19 57M, tube type
Fuel Tank Capacity 7.0 L (1.8/1.5 US/Imp gal)
Color Champion Yellow No. 2

Engine Features
- Compact 249cc, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valve engine - designed for maximum performance
- Advanced 4-valve cylinder head design with narrow included valve angle and titanium valves, plus new pentroof combustion chamber design for improved combustion efficiency
- SCEM composite-plated aluminum alloy cylinder for increased durability, optimum engine cooling and operating temperature
- Strong, reinforced airbox designed for durability and secure intake seal
- Automatic decompression system for easy kick starting
- Semi-dry-sump lubrication system features separate oil chambers for the transmission and crankshaft using the transmission as the oil sump, allowing low crankshaft placement, reduced engine height and a low center of gravity
- AC-CDI ignition system with two ignition maps automatically increases engine idle speed to reduce engine brake effect - ignition timing and rev limiter set for optimum high rpm and over-rev performance

Chassis Features
- Twin spar aluminum alloy frame based on the championship winning RM-Z450 featuring a forged aluminum headpipe and body frame
- Renthal tapered aluminum handlebars with Renthal-labeled handlebar pad for reduced vibration and improved rider feel
- On-the-fly clutch lever adjuster mounted to the clutch lever perch for rider convenience

2009 Suzuki RM-Z450

2009-03-26T06:42:00.000-07:00

Model Number RMZ450K9
Type Motorcycles
Warranty
Suggested Retail Price $7499
SEP $0
Engine 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC
Bore & Stroke 96.0 mm (3.780 in) x 62.1 mm (2.445 in)
Compression Ratio 12.2 : 1
Fuel System Fuel injection
Lubrication Semi Dry sump
Ignition Electronic ignition (CDI)
Starter Primary kick
Transmission 5-speed constant mesh
Final Drive D.I.D 520MXV, 114 links
Overall Length 2185 mm (86.0 in)
Overall Width 830 mm (32.7 in)
Overall Height 1260 mm (49.6 in)
Seat Height 955 mm (37.6 in)
Ground Clearance 350 mm (13.8 in)
Wheelbase 1480 mm (58.3 in)
Dry Weight 112 kg (247 lbs)
Suspension Front Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Suspension Rear Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Brakes Front Disc brake
Brakes Rear Disc brake
Tires Front 80/100-21
Tires Rear 110/90-19
Fuel Tank Capacity 6.2 L (1.6/1.4US/Imp gal)
Color Solid Black/Champion Yellow No. 2

Engine Features
Electronic Fuel Injection offers better roll on power and strong low-to-mid range power. KEIHIN throttle body specifically designed for motocross. Fuel is delivered via an internal fuel pump and is a battery-less system
5-Speed Transmission makes the RM-Z450 versatile for various terrain conditions and features a link type shifting mechanism
Intake port angle and cam timing result in reduced intake resistance and heightened intake efficiency. Exhaust port and cam timing are designed to regulate exhaust pulses for maximum engine performance
Battery-less fuel injection system features a single-phase all-charging system with which the magneto supplies all of the necessary power
18-pin magneto-rotor senses feedback on crankshaft position, rotation speed and stroke which is fed back to the ECU to calculate optimum injection and ignition timings.
KEIHIN fuel pump located inside the fuel tank provides stable pressure delivery to operate the fuel injection system
Combustion chamber designed for strong low-to-mid range response as well as top-end pull. Narrower intake and exhaust valve angle guides along with increased squish areas improve air/fuel mixing and faster flame-propagation speed when mixture ignites
Semi-dry-sump lubrication system features separate oil chambers for the transmission and crankshaft using the transmission as the oil sump, allowing low crankshaft placement, reduced engine height and a low center of gravity

Chassis Features
Aluminum-alloy twin spar frame is lightweight and has optimum rigidity balance for incredibly agile handling and unmatched performance over bumps
Aluminum fuel tank houses a KEIHIN fuel pump for optimum performance and a factory bike look
Slim riding position opens up the cockpit for additional room to allow the rider to actively take control of the machine
Showa cartridge-style front fork is fully adjustable for rebound, compression and preload settings and designed for reduced weight and improved shock absorption
Showa-brand rear shock absorber designed to deliver a controlled feel and increased bottoming resistance
Aluminum-alloy swingarm for reduced weight and maximum terrain-traversing performance over bumps
Front fender incorporates a sloped-down shape to efficiently guide wind to the front number plate air ducts for improved cooling performance. Rear fender incorporates air intakes on both sides for heighten intake efficiency
2-tone molded-plastic radiator shrouds give the RM-Z450 a slim feel and stylish look for 2009 while also complimenting an all-new graphics design and color way
Hot start lever is located on the right hand side of the handlebar for easy operation while holding the clutch
Race inspired brake rotors provide better cooling performance and increased mud deflection in muddy conditions
Footpegs include maximum clearance between the mounting bracket and footrest to prevent mud from caking up
Gold-colored chain and axle blocks give a full factory look

2009 Suzuki DR200SE

2009-03-25T07:55:00.000-07:00

Model Number DR200SEK9
Type DualSport
Warranty 12 month unlimited mileage limited warranty.

Suggested Retail $3949
SEP $436
Engine 4-stroke, air-cooled, OHC
Bore & Stroke 66.0 mm (2.60 in) x 58.2 mm (2.29 in)
Compression Ratio 9.4 : 1
Fuel System MIKUNI BST31SS, single
Lubrication Wet sump
Ignition Electronic ignition (Transistorized)
Starter Electric
Transmission 5-speed constant mesh
Final Drive D.I.D 520V, 112 links
Overall Length 2150 mm (84.6 in)
Overall Width 805 mm (31.7 in)
Overall Height 1185 mm (46.7 in)
Seat Height 810 mm (31.9 in)
Ground Clearance 260 mm (10.2 in)
Wheelbase 1405 mm (55.3 in)
Dry Weight 124 kg (273 lbs)
Suspension Front Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Suspension Rear Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Brakes Front Disc brake
Brakes Rear Disc brake
Tires Front 70/100-21M/C 44P tube type
Tires Rear 100/90-18M/C 56P tube type
Fuel Tank Capacity 13.0 L (3.4/2.9 US/Imp gal) - Including Reserve (CA: 12.5 L (3.3/2.7 US/Imp gal) - Including Reserve)
Color Black

Engine Features
SCEM-plated cylinder for increased cooling efficiency and reduced weight
Electric starting system
Low-maintenance, digitally controlled CDI ignition system provides optimum ignition timing at all engine speeds
Painted stainless-steel exhaust system for high corrosion resistance
5-speed transmission with gear ratios suitable for a wide variety of riding conditions
Engine Features Shared with DR-Z400E
Fuel efficient four-stroke, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine with Twin Dome Combustion Chamber (TDCC) cylinder head. Engine produces strong, low-rpm torque perfect for the entry level rider
Chassis Features
Strong semi-double-cradle frame
Long-travel front suspension with 8.1 inches of wheel travel for on and off-road versatility
Single shock rear suspension system, gas/oil damped shock, fully adjustable spring preload, and 8.1 inches of wheel travel
Snail-type chain adjusters for simple, accurate chain adjustment
Low 31-inch seat height and compact chassis are perfect for the beginning rider
Front disc brake and rear drum brake
Front and rear tires with special tread pattern for good traction in both on and off road riding conditions
Full lighting system and easy-to-read instrumentation including trip meter
Large 3.4-gallon fuel tank (3.3-gallon CA model) and fuel-efficient engine provide long-range fuel capacity

2009 Suzuki Z400SM

2009-03-24T07:34:00.000-07:00

Model Number Z400SM
Type Supermoto
Warranty 12 month unlimited mileage limited warranty.

Suggested Retail $6299
SEP $436
Engine 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC
Bore & Stroke 90.0 mm (3.543 in) x 62.6 mm (2.465 in)
Compression Ratio 11.3 : 1
Fuel System MIKUNI BSR36, single
Lubrication Dry sump
Ignition Electronic ignition (CDI)
Starter Electric
Transmission 5-speed constant mesh
Final Drive RK520KZO, 110 links
Overall Length 2225 mm (87.6 in)
Overall Width 855 mm (33.7 in)
Overall Height 1200 mm (47.2 in)
Seat Height 890 mm (35.0 in)
Ground Clearance 260 mm (10.2 in)
Wheelbase 1460 mm (57.5 in)
Dry Weight 146 kg (321 lbs)
Suspension Front Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Suspension Rear Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Brakes Front Disc brake
Brakes Rear Disc brake
Tires Front 120/70R17M/C 58H, tube type
Tires Rear 140/70R17M/C 66H, tube type
Fuel Tank Capacity 10.0 L (2.6/2.2 US/Imp gal) - Including Reserve (CA: 9.5 L (2.5/2.1 US/Imp gal) -Including Reserve)
Color Black, White

Engine Features
Lightweight 398cc, DOHC, liquid-cooled, dry-sump engine produces strong, tractable low-rpm power
Compact 4-valve cylinder head with 36mm intake valves, 29mm exhaust valves, narrow 28-degree included valve angle and shim-under-bucket valve adjustment system
SCEM-plated cylinder (nickel-silicon-phosphorous) is lighter and more durable than an iron liner with excellent heat transfer properties
Forged aluminum piston is 10 percent lighter than a cast piston and receives additional oil-cooling to the piston crown through a crankcase oil jet
Compact 5-speed transmission utilizes a cable-operated clutch with separate outer cover for simplified clutch maintenance
Additional weight savings with magnesium valve cover, clutch cover, and magneto cover
Smooth throttle response with a Mikuni™ BSR36 CV-type carburetor fed by 6-liter airbox. The left side cover has quick-release fasteners for easy access to the air filter
Electric start with lightweight starter motor and a compact 6.5 amp maintenance-free battery
Automatic decompression system for quick/easy engine starts
Thermostatically controlled cooling fan mounted to the left radiator helps maintain consistent operating temperature in traffic

Chassis Features
Renthal tapered aluminum handlebar for reduced vibration and an aggressive look
Compact digital instrument cluster with speedometer, odometer, twin-trip meters with addition/subtraction capability, clock, timer and stopwatch functions
Long travel, Showa-brand inverted front fork derived from RM250 - features adjustable compression/rebound damping and alumite coating on inner tube surfaces for smooth action
A fully adjustable rear shock absorber with high/low speed compression damping adjuster and aluminum swingarm for precise rear wheel control
Strong braking performance supplied by a front disc brake with a large 300mm floating-type rotor and dual-piston caliper, plus 240mm rear disc brake with single-piston caliper
Black-painted RK Excel 17" aluminum rims and radial tires: 120/70-R17 front, 140/70- R17 rear
New front and rear axle sliders
On-road legal lighting with bright 60/55 watt halogen headlight, compact tail/stoplight, lightweight, rubber-mounted turn signals and horn
Narrow profile with smooth transitions between the tank, seat and bodywork
Chrome-moly steel frame tuned for Supermoto style riding is torsionally strong with minimal weight. The backbone tube, front down tube, and steering head gussets form the dry-sump engine oil tank
A bolt-on aluminum subframe helps reduce weight and simplify maintenance
Chrome-moly steel footpegs, aluminum rims/hubs, plus engine guard and rear disc guard

2009 Suzuki DR-Z400S

2009-03-23T08:55:00.000-07:00

Model Number DR-Z400S
Type DualSport
Warranty 12 month unlimited mileage limited warranty.

Suggested Retail $5699
SEP $436
Engine 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC
Bore & Stroke 90.0 mm (3.543 in) x 62.6 mm (2.465 in)
Compression Ratio 11.3 : 1
Fuel System MIKUNI BSR36, single
Lubrication Dry sump
Ignition Electronic ignition (CDI)
Starter Electric
Transmission 5-speed constant mesh
Final Drive RK520KZ0, 112 links
Overall Length 2310 mm (90.9 in)
Overall Width 875 mm (34.4 in)
Overall Height 1230 mm (48.4 in)
Seat Height 935 mm (36.8 in)
Ground Clearance 300 mm (11.8 in)
Wheelbase 1485 mm (58.5 in)
Dry Weight 144 kg (317 lbs)
Suspension Front Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Suspension Rear Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Brakes Front Disc brake
Brakes Rear Disc brake
Tires Front 80/100-21 M/C 51P, tube type
Tires Rear 120/90-18 M/C 65P, tube type
Fuel Tank Capacity 10.0 L (2.6/2.2 US/Imp gal) - Including Reserve (CA: 9.5 L (2.5/2.1 US/Imp gal) -Including Reserve)
Color Black, White

2009 Suzuki DR650 SEK9

2009-03-22T00:52:00.000-07:00

MSRP: $5,299

Model Number DR650SEK9
Type DualSport
Warranty 12 month unlimited mileage limited warranty.

Suggested Retail(MRP) $5299
SEP $484
Engine 4-stroke, air-cooled, OHC
Bore & Stroke 100 mm (3.937 in) x 82 mm (3.228 in)
Compression Ratio 9.5 : 1
Fuel System MIKUNI BST40, single
Lubrication Wet sump
Ignition Electronic ignition (CDI)
Starter Electric
Transmission 5-speed constant mesh
Final Drive D.I.D 525 V9, 110 links
Overall Length 2255 mm (88.8 in), Low seat 2235 mm (88.0 in)
Overall Width 865 mm (34.1 in)
Overall Height 1195 mm (47.0 in), Low seat 1155mm (45.5 in.)
Seat Height 885 mm (34.8 in), Low seat 845 mm (33.0 in.)
Ground Clearance 265 mm (10.4 in), Low seat 225 mm (8.9 in.)
Wheelbase 1490 mm (58.7 in), Low seat 1475 mm (58.1 in.)
Dry Weight 166 kg (366 lbs)
Suspension Front Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Suspension Rear Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Brakes Front Disc brake
Brakes Rear Disc brake
Tires Front 90/90-21 M/C 54S, tube type
Tires Rear 120/90-17 M/C 64S, tube type
Fuel Tank Capacity 13.0 L (3.4/2.9 US/Imp gal) - Including Reserve (CA: 12.0 L (3.2/2.6 US/Imp gal) -Including Reserve)
Color Black, White

Engine Features
Compact and lightweight SOHC 4-stroke engine tuned for strong low and midrange power and fuel efficiency with a single counterbalancer system
SCEM (Suzuki Composite Electrochemical Material) plated cylinder is durable, minimizes cylinder size and weight and improves heat dissipation
Efficient SACS air/oil cooling system with additional piston-jet cooling and engine oil cooler
Mikuni 40mm "Slingshot" carburetor enhances throttle response and overall engine performance
Wide-ratio 5-speed transmission with O-ring sealed final drive chain
Electric start with automatic decompression system
Low-maintenance, digitally controlled DC-CDI ignition system provides accurate ignition timing and more consistent spark at all engine speeds
Lightweight and compact maintenance-free battery

Chassis Features
Painted stainless-steel exhaust system is light and corrosion-resistant, and tuned specifically for strong low and midrange power
Adjustable seat height - seat height can be lowered 40mm (1.6 in) with suspension modifications performed by a dealer
Compact & lightweight frame. Use of thin-wall/large-diameter tubing reduces weight while increasing frame rigidity
Short wheelbase and low seat height provide nimble DualSport® performance
Front fork combines the best features of conventional and inverted designs: Smooth and progressive action. Large diameter, thin-walled tubes reduce unsprung weight while maintaining high rigidity - minimal below-axle extension
Link-type rear suspension with piggyback-style shock absorber and adjustable compression damping provides stable damping performance
Lightweight aluminum swingarm
Large diameter hollow-type wheel axles are lightweight and rigid. Rear axle features welded-on snail cam chain adjuster for simple axle/wheel installation
Lightweight 290mm diameter front disc brake with 2-piston caliper
Rear disc brake with lightweight drilled rotor and two piston caliper
Special design tires with on/off road tread pattern fitted to 21-inch front and 17-inch rear wheel
Full on-road lighting system with bright 55/60 watt halogen headlight
Frame-mounted luggage rack for additional carrying capacity
Handlebar-mounted brushguards

2009 Suzuki V-Strom 650 and 650 ABS

2009-03-21T00:23:00.000-07:00

Model Number DL650AK9
Type DualSport
Warranty 12 month unlimited mileage limited warranty.

Suggested Retail (MRP) $7499
SEP $484
Engine 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 90° V-twin
Bore & Stroke 81.0 mm (3.189 in) x 62.6 mm (2.465 in)
Compression Ratio 11.5 : 1
Fuel System Fuel injection
Lubrication Wet sump
Ignition Electronic ignition (Transistorized)
Starter Electric
Transmission 6-speed constant mesh
Final Drive D.I.D 525V8, 118 links
Overall Length 2290 mm (90.2 in)
Overall Width 840 mm (33.1 in)
Overall Height 1390 mm (54.7 in)
Seat Height 820 mm (32.3 in)
Ground Clearance 165 mm (6.5 in)
Wheelbase 1555 mm (61.2 in)
Dry Weight 220 kg (485 lbs)
Suspension Front Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Suspension Rear Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Brakes Front Disc brake, twin
Brakes Rear Disc brake
Tires Front 110/80 R19 M/C 59H, tubeless
Tires Rear 150/70 R17 M/C 69H, tubeless
Fuel Tank Capacity 22 L (5.8/4.8 US/Imp gal)
Color Gray

2008 Honda TRX400EX

2009-03-20T01:06:00.000-07:00

Honda TRX400EX MSRP: $5,999

Honda TRX400EX Engine:
Engine Type 397cc RFVC air-cooled dry-sump single-cylinder four-stroke
Bore and Stroke 85.0mm x 70.0mm
Carburetion 38mm piston-valve with accelerator pump
Ignition CD with electronic advance
Starter Electric

Honda TRX400EX Drive Train:
Clutch Manual
Transmission Five-speed with reverse
Driveline O-ring-sealed chain

Honda TRX400EX Chassis / Suspension / Brakes:
Front Suspension Independent double-wishbone with Showa shocks, five-position spring preload adjustability; 8.2 inches travel
Rear Suspension Pro-Link fully adjustable single Showa shock; 9.1 inches travel
Front Brakes Dual hydraulic 174mm discs
Rear Brake Single 220mm disc
Front Tires 22 x 7-10 knobby radial
Rear Tires 20 x 10-9 knobby radial

Honda TRX400EX Dimensions:
Length 72.2 inches
Width 45.3 inches
Height 43.7 inches
Wheelbase 48.4 inches
Seat Height 31.9 inches
Ground Clearance 4.3 inches
Turning Radius 10.5 feet
Curb Weight 410 lbs (Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and a full tank of fuel—ready to ride)
Fuel Capacity 2.6 gallons (including 0.4-gallon reserve)

Honda TRX400EX Other:
Available Colors Black/White, Red/Black
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2008 Honda TRX450R (Elec Start)

2009-03-19T01:02:00.000-07:00

Honda TRX450R (Elec Start) MSRP: $6,999

Honda TRX450R (Elec Start) Engine:
Engine Type 450cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke
Bore and Stroke 96.0mm x 62.0mm
Compression Ratio 12.0:1
Valve Train Unicam; four-valve
Induction Carburetion: Keihin 40.0mm flat slide with throttle position sensor (TPS)
Ignition CD with electronic advance
Starter Electric

Honda TRX450R (Elec Start) Drive Train:
Transmission Five-speed
Driveline O-ring-sealed chain

Honda TRX450R (Elec Start) Chassis / Suspension / Brakes:
Front Suspension Independent double-wishbone with Showa shocks, featuring adjustable spring preload, rebound and compression damping; 8.4-inch travel
Rear Suspension Pro-Link with single Showa shock featuring adjustable spring preload, rebound and compression damping; 9.0-inch travel
Front Brakes Dual hydraulic 174.0mm discs with twin-piston calipers
Rear Brake Single hydraulic 190.0mm disc with single-piston caliper
Front Tires 22 x 7-10 knobby radial
Rear Tires 20 x 10-9 knobby radial

Honda TRX450R (Elec Start) Dimensions:
Length 73.3 inches
Width 46.3 inches
Height 43.3 inches
Wheelbase 50.2 inches
Seat Height 32.8 inches
Ground Clearance 4.4 inches
Curb Weight TBD
Fuel Capacity 2.7 gallons, including 0.8 gallon reserve

Honda TRX450R (Elec Start) Other:
Options Consult your owner's manual for optional HRC Racing kit parts
Available Colors White, Red, Black/Flame
Model ID TRX450ER (Elec Start)

Karizma Bike Wallpapers

2009-03-16T23:17:00.000-07:00

2008 Yamaha R6

2009-03-15T23:19:00.000-07:00

Engine - Type 4 cylinders parallel tilted forward, 4 stroke
Cooling - Liquid
Displacement - 599 cc
Maximum power - 135 HP (99.6 kw) @ 14,500 rpm
KGM: 7 at 11,000 rpm
Electric starter
Exhaust Euro3
6 gears Gearbox
Fuel tank capacity 17.3 liters
Front suspension. Teleidraulica inverted fork, 41 mmreni: DD-D
Measures brakes in mm: 310-210
Measures circles (front / post. Inches): 17-17
Exhaust: Euro 3
Weight: 166
Length: 2040

Width: 705
Height: 850
Tank Capacity: 17.3

Honda CBF Stunner

2009-03-14T08:19:00.000-07:00

Technical Specifications
Brand: HONDA
Dimension & weight
Overall height- 1113 mm
Overall length- 2012 mm
Overall Width- 734 mm
Wheelbase- 1271mm
Ground Clearance- 173 mm
Kerb weight- 129 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity- 10 Litre
Engine Type:- Air Cooled OHC
Stroke (2/4)- 4 Stroke
No. of cylinders- Single Cylinder
Bore x stroke-
Displacement- 124.7 cc
Electrical -- 12 V - 5 AH
Transmission
No. of Gears- Constant mesh, 5 Speed gear
Clutch -
Performance
Maximum Power- 11bhp @ 8000 rpm
Max. Torque- 11 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Start - Kick / Electric
Suspensions -

Front- Telescopic Hydraulic Folk
Rear- 3 Step Spring Loaded Hydraulic Shock Absorber with Rectangular box type swing arm
Brakes
Front- 240 mm Disc
Rear - 130 mm Drum
Tyres
Front- 80/100-17 46P Tubeless
Rear - 100/90-17 55P Tubeless

YAMAHA FZ16

2009-03-13T02:02:00.000-07:00

DIMENSIONS-1945mmx770mmx1045mm
SEAT HEIGHT- 790mm
WHEELBASE-1335mm
GROUND CLEARANCE-160mm
ENGINE-Air cooled 4-stroke,SOHC 2valve
DISPLACEMENT-153cc
BOREXSTROKE-58mmX57.9mm
COMPRESSION RATIO-9.5:1
OUTPUT-14PS@7500rpm
TORQUE-13.6Nm@6000rpm
FUEL TANK- 12 l
CLUTCH TYPE-CONSTANT MESH WET MULTIPLATE
TRANSMISSION-5 SPEED
FRAME TYPE-DIAMOND

TYRE SIZE
Front-100/80-17
Rear-140/80-17

BRAKES
Front-single disc
Rear-Drum

SUSPENSION
Front-Telescopic
Rear-MONOCROSS

2009 Yamaha VMAX

2009-03-11T10:59:00.000-07:00

Engine type 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve, V-type 4-cylinder

Engine cooling Liquid cooled

Displacement 1,679cc

Bore x stroke 90.0 x 66.0 mm

Compression ratio 11.3:1

Maximum power 147.2 kW (200 PS) @ 9,000 rpm

Maximum torque 166.8 Nm (17.0 kg-m) @ 6,500 rpm

Lubrication system Wet sump

Fuel System Fuel injection

Clutch type Wet, multiple-disc diaphragm spring

Ignition system TCI

Starter system Electric

Transmission system Constant mesh, 5-speed

Final transmission Shaft drive

Primary ratio 1.509

Secundary ratio 3.082

Gear ratio-1st gear 2.375

Gear ratio-2nd gear 1.810

Gear ratio-3rd gear 1.400

Gear ratio-4th gear 1.115

Gear ratio-5th gear 0.935

Fuel tank capacity 15 litres

Oil tank capacity 5.9 litres

Chassis: Aluminium, Diamond-shaped

Front suspension system Telescopic forks, Ø 52 mm

Front travel 120 mm

Rear suspension system Swingarm (Link-type suspension)

Rear travel 110 mm

Caster angle 31°

Trail 148 mm

Front brake Dual discs, Ø 320 mm

Rear brake Single disc, Ø 298 mm

Front tyre 120/70 R18M/C (59V)

Rear tyre 200/50 R18M/C (76V)

Length 2,395 mm

Width 820 mm

Height 1,190 mm

Seat height 775 mm

Wheel base 1,700 mm

Minimum ground clearance 140 mm

Service weight 310 kg

2009 HONDA CBR 600 RR

2009-03-10T07:12:00.000-07:00

The CBR600RR will also get optional C-ABS along with engine changes designed to improve torque right in the middle of the power band, between 8,000 and 12,000 RPM. Along with these changes comes revised styling with flashy colors pulled straight from the mid-'90s. Apparently, neon green and electric blue are back.

Now in its fourth generation, the 2009 machine builds on the heritage of blistering pace and supreme control set in 2003 by the first CBR600RR. When the all-new CBR600RR was launched in 2007, Honda once again was at the forefront of the 600cc Supersport class – the most intensely fought in motorcycling – with a machine which was the most advanced in the category. For 2009, the goal for Honda's development team has once again been to enhance a machine capable of fast, intense track riding while also delivering a controllable, easy-going road-riding experience. Adding to this experience is the inclusion of Honda's Combined ABS on the CBR600RR C-ABS version. The highlights of the technical enhancements to the 2009 CBR600RR include: * Changes to piston, cylinder head and exhaust which lead to improved torque from 8,000-12,000rpm for increased engine flexibility and driveability * Fairing improvements to enhance stability and reduce wind noise * Electronically controlled Combined ABS for better braking performance along with increased safety and all-round rider confidence (optional) * 184kg kerb weight to keep the machine the lightest in its class To enhance the new performance and mild aesthetic update, a new colour range has been introduced to make the most of these changes, to include a limited-edition Pearl Sunbeam White design with electric blue fairing and front and rear cowling graphics, a Pearl Sunbeam White design with white/red/blue Tricolour, as well as Graphite Black with Bright Lime Green Metallic and Graphite Black with Italian Red.

SUZUKI GS150R

2009-03-09T08:51:00.000-07:00

Inspired by the success and the rate at which Yamaha is boosting up in India, Suzuki had launched the much awaited Suzuki GS150R, which was known as the Lanza. The design was inspired from Suzuki’s GSX-R super bike series.

The 150cc Segment is picking up in India. Suzuki has been a little conservative till now with its bike models. Zeus and Heat and not extra ordinary, but it sells enough to be seen here and there a while. The company took another step ahead with the Access 125 Scooter.

Yamaha has stormed the 150cc segment with the launch of YZF R15 and FZ16 , Suzuki’s foray into this segment is expected to be create similar impact in the segment with the GSR 150 Lanza.Inspired from the styling of Suzuki's GSR 400 and GSR 600 - the GS150R Lanza boasts masculine styling cues.

With a bikini fairing, wolf-eyed headlamps and pilot lamps mounted on either side the styling of the GSR is little conserative. GS150R’s muscular fuel tank is alike the one seen in TVS Apache RTR.

GS150R has no monshock, but comes with the contemporary gas charged suspension at the rear.Disc brake at the front and drum at the rear is as typical of any 150cc bike. Gear lever is the comfortable heel and toe type and GS150R comes with a six speed transmission.

It boast a bikini fairing with a wolf eyed headlamp similar to the pulsar. The pilot lamps are mounted on each side which increases the aura of the lanza. However the most striking features in the lanza is its muscular fuel tank.

GS150R 149cc engine develops 13.8bhp of peak power at 8500rpm and 13.4Nm of peak torque 6000rpm. is mated with a six speed transmission. Gear shift pattern is 1-down and 5-up.

The Suzuki GS150R is a 150cc bike that develops an output of 13.8bhp @ 8500rpm and torque of 13.4Nm @ 6000rpm and is equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission.

The GS150R is 2095mm long, 775mm wide, 1120mm high and has a long wheelbase of 1340mm. The GS150R comes with 4 colours - Candy Dark Greenish Blue, Mettalic Flint Gray, Candy Max Orange, Pearl Nebular Black.

The GS150R looks great when compared to the other 150cc segment bikes, that is when the Yamaha bikes are excluded. The first feature of the design which looks great is the muscular fuel tank design which can hold 15.5L of fuel. The next would be the highly CBZ Xtreme-like rear LED tail lights, but suits well with the design, unlike the CBZ Xtremes.

The most sad part is the so called “wolf eyed headlights” which look almost the same as the Pulsar’s headlights. The side gets panels of black and silver that cover up a part of the engine. For the front the GS150R gets 2.75 -18 tyre whereas the rear gets a fat 100/90-18 tyre.

For ride comfort, the GS150R gets hydraulic forks and gas charged rear suspension. It features disc brakes at the front and drum brake at the rear. The GS150R is equipped with digital instrument console that includes the speedo meter, the odo-meter and the digital gear indicator. It also offers 2 selectable modes - Power or Economy. When the Power mode is opted, the full power shows up whereas when the Economy mode is opted, the engine is tuned to more fuel saving mode.

Suzuki has priced the GS150R at Rs 59000 (ex-showroom Delhi) and according to them the GS150R’s Fuel Economy(FE) will be 50kmpl in the City and 55kmpl at the highway.

2009 YAMAHA YZF-R1

2009-03-08T03:50:00.000-07:00

Features

The R1 features Yamaha D-MODE (or drive mode) with rider-selectable throttle control maps to program YCC-T performance characteristics for riding conditions. YCC-T (Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle) is MotoGP inspired fly-by-wire technology used to deliver instant throttle response. YCC-I is the Yamaha Chip Controlled Intake which is a variable intake system that broadens the spread of power. The fuel injection system provides optimum air/fuel mixtures for maximum power and smooth throttle response. The fuel injectors have 12 holes for precise fuel delivery that translates to the most power from every fuel charge.
The updated suspension incorperates new SOQI front forks which use one of the tricks developed for Suzuki’s winning MotoGP bikes: independent damping. The left fork handles compression damping and the right side handles the rebound damping. And the rear shock adopts new bottom linkage for optimum suspension characteristics.
Crossplane crankshaft technology, proven in victory after victory on MotoGP machines, provides a high-tech uneven firing interval. Unlike typical in-line-four engine design, where the two outer and two inner pistons move together in pairs with 180°intervals, the crossplane crankshaft has each connecting rod 90° from the next with a unique firing order of 270° –180° – 90° – 180°. This engine features new forged aluminum pistons to take maximum advantage of the power characteristics.
Slipper-type back torque-limiting clutch greatly facilitates braking and downshifting from high speed.
The exhaust system is completely new. It’s meticulously designed to enhance engine output while, thanks to its three-way catalyst technology, also reducing exhaust emissions.
The newly designed instrumentation includes everything a rider wants to know, including gear position.
Factory racers get machines tailored to their preferences. The R1 has adjustable footrests, with a 15mm height and 3mm front-to-rear adjustment.

Yamaha claim the 2009 R1 is the world's first production motorcycle with a crossplane crankshaft. According to a Yamaha press release, ‘Pioneered in MotoGP racing with the Yamaha M1, crossplane technology puts each crank pin 90 degrees from the next, with an uneven firing interval of 270-180-90-180 degrees. The result is incredibly smooth, roll-on power delivery, with outrageous amounts of torque. Not just new, the R1's new crossplane crank engine represents a complete paradigm shift.

Specifications

Engine Type 998cc, liquid-cooled 4-stroke DOHC 16 valves (titanium valves)
Bore x Stroke 78.0mm X 52.2mm
Compression Ratio 12.7:1
Carburetion Fuel Injection with YCC-T and YCC-I
Ignition TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition
Transmission 6-speed w/multi-plate slipper clutch
Final Drive #530 O-ring chain
Chassis Suspension/Front 43mm inverted fork; fully adjustable, 4.7-in travel
Suspension/Rear Single shock w/piggyback reservoir; 4-way adjustable, 5.1-in travel Brakes/Front Dual 310mm disc; radial-mount forged 6-piston calipers
Brakes/Rear 220mm disc; single-piston caliper
Tires/Front 120/70ZR17M/C 58W
Tires/Rear 190/55ZR17M/C 75W
Dimensions Length 81.1 in
Width 28.1 in
Height 44.5 in
Seat Height 32.8 in
Wheelbase 55.7 in
Rake (Caster Angle) 24.0°
Trail 4.0 in
Fuel Capacity 4.8 gal
Wet Weight 454 lb

2009 YAMAHA YZF R6

2009-03-06T08:16:00.000-08:00

Key Selling Points
1. A rider in the market for an entry level or commuter 600cc bike doesnt have to compromise performance or style to get value: introducing the new 2009 FZ6R! Its a great combination of performance, handling, and exciting sport bike style, but also with a low seat height thats both adjustable to fit a wider variety of riders and also narrower where it counts to make it even easier to put both feet on the ground.
2. The newly designed engine delivers smooth power just the way todays rider needs it, brisk acceleration with plenty of torque that makes it a pleasure to get around town, with lots in reserve for when you want more. This is certainly not a no frills motor. Its based on the awesome, previous-generation R6 motor, fuel injected and tuned for real world street riding with no-hassle reliability and all-day comfort.
3. Even if your primary goal is commuting to school or work, you want to be able to get out and have fun riding some twisty back roads. The FZ6R is ready to put a grin on your face! The newly designed diamond-shaped frame made of high-tensile steel pipes, using the engine as a structural member of the chassis, becomes the foundation for handling performance. Its designed to provide the right rigidity balance to contribute to smooth cornering performance.
4. When it comes to putting power to the pavement, the new FZ6R uses nothing less than quality radial tires, 120/70R 17-inch front and 160/16R 17-inch rear. And this bikes excellent stopping performance is due to dual 298mm front discs and a 245mm rear disc, both with comfortable to use controls.

Features
ENGINE:
- With its heritage firmly rooted in the power plant from an earlier generation R6, the engine in the FZ6R has been carefully updated to meet the demands of todays motorcyclist. This new engine optimizes the entire flow from the intake of the fuel-air mixture to combustion and exhaust. The cylinder head, crankcase, intake and exhaust system, and clutch and shifter have been completely redesigned, creating a power unit with an entirely new character, even though it shares bore and stroke dimensions and compression ratio with the previous FZ6.
- The 600cc liquid-cooled 4-stroke in-line 4-cylinder engine is ready to respond with smooth, linear performance when the rider twists the throttle. Maximum output is achieved at a spirited 10,000 rpm and maximum torque is obtained at 9000 rpm. Bottom line: Its outstanding torquey low to mid rpm engine performance is just right for someone who enjoys commuting to work or school or riding the canyons on the weekends.
- Lightweight forged aluminum pistons are used. Because the aluminum alloy is heated and formed under pressure without having to melt it completely as in conventional casting techniques, the strength of the original metallurgic matrix of the aluminum is maintained. As a result, a forged piston is stronger than a cast one and can thus be designed for lighter weight, which contributes to a reduction in vibration. In fact, many riders will be surprised at how smooth this motor is.
- The 32-bit ECU controls the four-hole, two-direction, high-dynamic-range type fuel injectors for superior injection control. By delivering the precise fuel-air mixture needed for conditions, the engine can deliver better power and better fuel economy.
- Much like many of todays high end sport bikes, the FZ6R has a 4-into-2-into-1 midship exhaust. Not only does it provide a throaty, yet comfortably quiet exhaust note, the system also includes 3-way catalytic converter technology to reduce exhaust emissions.

CHASSIS/SUSPENSION:
- With its exciting sport bike looks, onlookers will know this isnt just another middleweight bike. Theres no mistaking Yamahas high-performance heritage in this new FZ6R.
- The seat has separate front and rear sections, and the riders seat features an innovative height adjustment mechanism. The seat can be set 20mm just over 3/4 of an inch higher for taller riders, a change that can make a big difference on an all-day ride.
- The overall chassis rigidity has been designed to provide both excellent handling and all-day comfort. In order to further enhance the smoothness and comfort of the ride, the front-end dimensions a have been optimized, including a caster angle of 26° and trail of 103.5mm, contributing a bike that has great steering feeling, making the bike even more of a pleasure to ride.
- The front suspension has sturdy 41mm inner tubes, matched to a die-cast aluminum upper triple clamp and forged-steel under bracket, providing superior cushioning performance and good front-end feel. Wheel travel is a generous 5.1 inches to help soak up those bumps in the road.
- The rear suspension is lightweight and contributes to the centralization of mass, and the mono-cross suspension provides excellent wheel travel, a full 5.1 inches. Superior road hugging performance has been achieved with optimally designed damping-force valves and oil channels.
- This bike boasts hydraulic discs front and rear. The 298mm diameter front discs are lightweight for reduced unsprung weight, while the single rear disc is 245mm, and the brakes feature semi-metallic pads. The brakes have been designed to offer great feel and superb braking ability.
- FZ6R mounts tubeless radial tires on cast aluminum wheels. While their lightweight construction helps centralize mass, they also help contribute to agile handling.

Specs
Model: FZ6RYY; FZ6RYB; FZ6RYL; FZ6RYW
Engine Type: 600cc liquid-cooled 4-stroke, DOHC 16 valves
Bore x Stroke: 65.5 x 44.5mm
Compression Ratio: 12.2:1
Carburetion: Fuel Injection
Ignition: Digital TCI (Transistor Controlled Ignition)
Transmission: 6-speed; multiplate wet clutch
Final Drive: Chain
Suspension/Front: Telescopic fork, 5.1-in.travel
Suspension/Rear: Single shock, 5.1-in travel
Brakes/Front: Hydraulic disc, 298mm
Brake/Rear: Hydraulic disc, 245mm
Tire/Front: 120/70 ZR17M/C 58W
Tire/Rear: 160/60 ZR17M/C 69W
L x W x H: 83.5 x 30.3 x 46.7 in
Seat Height: 30.9 in
Wheelbase: 56.7 in
Rake (Caster Angle): 26.0°
Trail: 4.1 in
Fuel Capacity: 4.6 gal
*Wet Weight: 410 lb
Color: Cadmium Yellow; Raven; Team Yamaha Blue/White; Pearl White

Suzuki Intruder M1800R

2009-03-05T07:32:00.000-08:00

Dimensions;
•Overall Length - 2,485 mm
•Overall Width - 940 mm
• Overall Height - 1,180 mm
• Wheelbase - 1,715 mm
• Ground Clearance - 135 mm
•Seat Height - 700 mm
•Dry Mass - 2315 kg
•Fuel Capacity - 19.0 litres

Engine;
•Engine Type - 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 2-cylinder, 54 degree V-Twin
•Bore x Stroke - 112.0 mm x 90.5mm
• Piston Displacement - 1,783 cc
•Compression Ratio - 10.5:1
•Carburettor - Fuel injection 56 mm
• Lubrication - Semi-dry sump

Electrical System
•Ignition Type - Electronic ignition (transistorized)
•Starter System - Electric

Transmisson;
•Transmission - 5-speed, constant mesh

Chassis;
•Front Suspension - Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
•Rear Suspension - Link type, oil damped, coil spring, spring pre-load 7-way adjustable
•Rake/Trail - 32 degrees/130mm
•Front Brake - Radial mount, opposed 4-piston calipers
• Rear Brake - Pin-slide 2-piston caliper, 275mm disc
• Front Tyre - 130/70R18M/C 63V, tubeless
• Rear Tyre - 240/40R18M/C 79V, tubeless

2008 SUZUKI HAYABUSA

2009-03-04T05:45:00.000-08:00

SPECIFICATIONS

Engine Type : 4-stroke, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC

Bore x Stroke :81.0 mm x 65.0 mm

Engine Displacement: 1340 cm3 (cc)Compression Ratio: 12.5 : 1

Carburetion :Fuel injection

Oil capacity (overhaul) : 4.0L (1.6 US gal.)

Ignition : Fully transistorized

Starter System: Electric

Lubrication System: Wet sump

Transmission: 6-speed constant meshPrimary

Drive Ratio: 1.596 (83 / 52)

Final Drive Ratio: 2.388 (43 / 18)

Frame Type: Twin-spar (aluminum-alloy)Rake / Trail :24.2 degrees / 98 mm (3.9 in.)Suspension

Front :Inverted telescopic, coil spring, spring preload fully adjustable, rebound and compression damping force fully adjustable

Rear : Link type, coil spring, oil damped, spring preload fully adjustable, rebound and compression damping force fully adjustable

Wheels

Front : 17 M/C x MT3.50, cast aluminum alloy

Rear :17 M/C x MT6.00, cast aluminum alloy

Brakes

Front :Radial mount, 4-piston calipers, 310 mm disc, twin

Rear : 1-piston caliper, 260 mm disc

Tires

Front: 120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless

Rear: 190/50ZR17M/C (73W), tubeless

Fuel Tank Capacity:21.0 L (5.5 US gal.)

Overall Length: 2,195 mm (86.6 in.)

Overall Width: 740 mm (29.1 in.)

Overall Height: 1,170 mm (46.1 in.)

Wheelbase: 1,485 mm (58.5 in.)

Seat Height : 805 mm (31.7 in.)

Dry Weight: 220kg (485 lbs.)

2009 Yamaha Star Vmax Concept

2009-03-02T07:19:00.000-08:00

This concept model is being shown under the Star Motorcycles brand as it exemplifies the true spirit of individualism and performance that is engineered into each and every Star Motorcycle. This concept is also bigger, meaner, nastier and more technically advanced that its predecessor.

The Star Motorcycles philosophy of “We Build It, You Make It Your Own” is exemplified with this concept Vmax and as such this motorcycle is being shown to the public to further gauge the American market’s response and inspire consumers and the industry to rethink and redefine what a cruiser can be.

Yamaha R1

2009-02-28T21:34:00.000-08:00

Yamaha R1 Engine specification:
Engine type Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve, forward inclined, parallel 4-cylinder
Displacement 998 cc
Bore x stroke 77.0 x 53.6 mm
Compression ratio 12.7:1
Maximum power without induction : 132.4 kW (180 PS) @ 12,500rpm with induction : 139.0 kW (189 PS) @ 12,500rpm
Maximum torque without induction : 112.7 Nm (11.5 kg-m) @ 10,000rpm with induction : 118.3 Nm (12.1 kg-m) @ 10,000rpm
Lubrication system Wet sump
Fuel System Fuel injection
Clutch type Wet, multiple-disc coil spring
Ignition system TCI
Starter system Electric
Transmission system Constant mesh, 6-speed
Final transmission Chain
Fuel tank capacity 18 L (3.4 L)
Oil tank capacity 3.83 L

2009 Honda CRF80F

2009-02-26T08:11:00.000-08:00

Honda CRF250R MSRP: $2,099

Honda CRF80F Engine:
Engine Type 80cc air-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke
Bore and Stroke 47.5mm x 45.0mm
Compression Ratio 9.7:1
Valve Train SOHC; two-valve
Induction 20mm piston-valve carburator
Ignition CD

Honda CRF80F Chassis / Suspension / Brakes:
Front Suspension 27.0mm leading-axle Showa fork; 5.5-inch travel
Rear Suspension Single-shock; 4.3-inch travel
Front Brake Drum
Rear Brake Drum
Front Tire 2.50-16
Rear Tire 3.60-14

Honda CRF80F Dimensions:
Rake 28.02 degrees
Trail 74mm (2.9 inches)
Wheelbase 47.6 inches
Seat Height 28.9 inches
Ground Clearance 8.6 inches
Curb Weight 163 Pounds
Fuel Capacity 1.3 gallons, including 0.3-gallon reserve

2008 Honda XR650L

2009-02-25T03:03:00.000-08:00

Honda XR650L MSRP: $5,949

Honda XR650L Engine:
Engine Type 644cc air-cooled dry-sump single-cylinder four-stroke
Bore and Stroke 100.0mm x 82.0mm
Compression Ratio 8.3:1
Valve Train SOHC; four-valve RFVC
Induction 42.5mm diaphragm-type CV carburetor
Ignition Solid-state CD with electronic advance

Honda XR650L Chassis / Suspension / Brakes:
Front Suspension 43mm air-adjustable leading-axle Showa cartridge fork with 16-position compression-damping adjustability; 11.6-inch travel
Rear Suspension Pro-Link Showa single-shock with spring-preload, 20-position compression- and 20-position rebound-damping adjustability; 11.0-inch travel
Front Brake Single disc with twin-piston caliper
Rear Brake Single disc
Front Tire 3.00-21
Rear Tire 4.60-18

Honda XR650L Dimensions:
Rake 27.0 degrees
Trail 102.0mm (4.0 inches)
Wheelbase 57.3 inches
Seat Height 37.0 inches
Ground Clearance 13.0 inches
Curb Weight TBD
Fuel Capacity 2.8 gallons, including 0.6-gallon reserve

2008 PMP graphic at the Jennings event in Florida

2009-02-24T01:58:00.000-08:00

According to an old Italian saying “A wet bride is a lucky bride”, so I feel to extend a similar wish to our 2008 PMP graphic. Last weekend the PMP crew was in Jennings, Florida for the customary winter event down South, in the so-called Sun State, but on Saturday the guys (I remained in NYC) were welcomed by heavy rain and unusual low temperatures. Indeed Sunday was a dry day and the temperature went up to 52, warm enough to let starving riders to satisfy their hanger for riding accumulated after almost 4 months of inactivity. I have not met yet the guys to get more details, but I did hear that despite the winter rust, they were going as fast as they could, inspired by the presence of a “Canadian champion” in Jennings for a week of tests.
Anyhow, thank you to Almos we have a few picture about the weekend and the new PMP 2008 graphic too! This year our “painter” Mario Pires opted for a mono-color bike, white pearl with blue reflections, while the graphic, inspired by one of Rossi’s bikes in 2007, was developed by our artist and graphic specialist Diana Sliwa, JS Typography. It is again Diana behind the creation of the beautiful PMP poster/wall paper picture that shows in detail our beloved trademark logo.

This the GPS layout of the track with info about the rider’s performance as memorized by Almos’s latest gadget on his GSX-R 750: I will let him, maybe in the comment section,to describe the different functions of this expensive toy.
The next track event for us will be only in April, but with all the MotoGp tests scheduled in the next future and all the speculations and suspense that they create the time will go by fast …very fast.

Royal Enfield Bikes

2009-02-22T04:32:00.000-08:00

Harley Davidson

2009-02-20T21:17:00.000-08:00

DIMENSIONS
Length 97.5 in. (2476.5 mm)
Seat Height (measure laden w/ 180 lb. rider) 27.3 in. (693.4 mm)
Seat Height (unladen) 30.7 (779.8 mm)
Ground Clearance 5.1 in. (130.0 mm)
Rake 26.0 degrees
Trail 6.2 in. (157.5 mm)
Wheelbase 63.5 in. (1612.9 mm)
Tires: Dunlop Harley-Davidson Series
Front - D402F MT90B16 72H
Rear - D402 MT90B16 74H
Fuel Capacity (included 1.0 gal. reserve) 5.0 gal. (18.9 L)
Reserve Fuel Capacity (warning light @ approx. 1.0 gal. for ESPFI models) 1.0 gal. (3.8 L)
Oil Capacity 4.0 qts. (3.8 L)
Dry Weight 776.0 lbs. (352.3 kg)
Vehicle Weight In Running Order (unladen) 811.0 (368.2 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 1259.0 lbs. (571.6 kg)

ENGINE
Engine 45º Air-cooled Twin Cam 88® (vibration isolation-mounted)
Valves Pushrod-operated overhead valves; w/ hydraulic
self-adjusting lifters; two valves per cylinder
Bore x Stroke 3.75 x 4.0 in. (95.25 x 101.6 mm)
Displacement 88 cu. in. (1450 cc)
Compression Ratio 8.9:1
Fuel System2 Carburetion or
Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
(single runner, 45 mm throttle bore ESPFI)

2009 Honda CBR1000RR ABS

2009-02-19T05:47:00.000-08:00

2009 Honda CBR1000RR ABS - USA Specifications
MSRP: $12,999 USD
ENGINE
Engine Type 999cc liquid-cooled inline four-cylinder
Bore and Stroke 76mm x 55.1mm
Induction Dual Stage Fuel Injection (DSFI)
Ignition Computer-controlled digital transistorized with three-dimensional mapping
Compression Ratio 12.3:1
Valve Train DOHC; four valves per cylinder

DRIVE TRAIN
Transmission Close-ratio six-speed
Final Drive #530 O-ring chain

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES
Front Suspension 43mm inverted HMAS cartridge fork with spring-preload rebound and compression-damping adjustability; 4.7 inches travel
Rear Suspension Unit Pro-Link® HMAS™ single shock with spring preload rebound and compression-damping adjustability; 5.4 inches travel
Front Brake Dual radial-mounted four-piston calipers with 320 mm discs
Rear Brake Single 220 mm disc
Front Tire 120/70ZR-17 radial
Rear Tire 190/55ZR-17 radial

DIMENSIONS
Rake (Caster Angle): 23.3°
Trail 96.2mm (3.8 inches)
Wheelbase 55.4 inches
Seat Height 32.3 inches
Curb Weight 461 pounds (Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and full tank of fuel--ready to ride.)
Fuel Capacity 4.7 gallons, including 1.06-gallon reserve

OTHER
Available Colors Red/Black
Model ID CBR10RA
Emissions Meets current EPA standards. California version meets current CARB standards and may differ slightly due to emissions equipment.
Note Anti-Lock Braking System

FACTORY WARRANTY INFORMATION
One Year Transferable one-year, unlimited-mileage limited warranty; extended coverage available with a Honda Protection Plan.measured

2009 Honda CBR1000RR ABS - Canada Specifications
MSRP: $TBD CDN
Engine Type Liquid-cooled inline-four
Displacement 999cc
Bore & Stroke 76mm x 55.1m
Compression Ratio 12.3:1
Valve Train Chain-driven DOHC, four valves per cylinder
Fuel Delivery Dual Stage Fuel Injection (DSFI)
Transmission Close-ratio six-speed
Final Drive O-ring-sealed chain
Front Suspension 43 mm inverted HMAS cartridge fork with full adjustability; 119 mm (4.7 in.) travel
Rear Suspension Unit Pro-Link HMAS single shock with full adjustability; 137 mm (5.4 in.) travel
Tires 120/70ZR-17 radial front; 190/50ZR-17 radial rear
Brakes Front dual 320 mm discs with radial-mounted four-piston calipers; rear single 220 mm disc with single-piston caliper. Electronically controlled Combined ABS
Seat Height 820mm (32.3 inches)
Wheelbase 1,407mm (55.4 inches)
Curb Weight TBA
Fuel Capacity 17.8 litres
Colour Winning Red, Graphite Black, Exclusive Edition - Repsol

2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250R - Wallapers

2009-02-17T22:24:00.000-08:00

2009 Honda CRF100F

2009-02-16T05:28:00.000-08:00

Model: CRF100F

Engine Type: 99cc air-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke

Bore and Stroke: 53mm x 45mm

Compression ratio: 9.4:1

Valve Train: SOHC; two-valve

Induction: 22mm piston-valve carburetor

Ignition: CD

Transmission: Five-speed

Final Drive: #428 chain; 14T/50T

Suspension
Front: 27mm leading-axle Showa fork; 5.2 inches travel
Rear: Pro-Link Showa single shock; 5.8 inches travel

Brakes
Front: Drum
Rear: Drum

Tires
Front: 2.50-19
Rear: 3.00-16

Wheelbase: 49.2 inches

Rake (Caster angle): 28.5°

Trail: 99mm (3.9 inches)

Seat Height: 30.9 inches

Ground Clearance: 10.0 inches

Fuel Capacity: 1.3 gallons, including 0.3 reserve

Color: Red

Curb Weight*: 174 pounds

2009 Honda CRF150F

2009-02-13T08:31:00.000-08:00

MSRP: 0,000 USD
Model: CRF150F
Engine Type: 149cc air-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke
Bore and Stroke: 57.3mm x 57.8mm
Compression ratio: 9.5:1
Valve Train: SOHC; two-valve
Induction: 24mm piston-valve carburetor
Ignition: CDI
Transmission: Five-speed
Final Drive: #520 O-ring- sealed chain; 13T/48T
Suspension Front: 35mm leading-axle Showa fork; 9.1 inches travel
Rear: Pro-Link Showa single shock; 8.9 inches travel
Brakes Front: Single 240mm disc
Rear: Drum
Tires Front: 70/100-19
Rear: 90/100-16
Wheelbase: 52.2 inches
Rake (Caster angle): 26.7o
Trail: 87mm (3.4 inches)
Seat Height: 32.5 inches
Ground Clearance: 10.0 inches
Fuel Capacity: 1.9 gallons, including 0.4-gallon reserve
Color: Red

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-9R - 2001

2009-02-11T22:15:00.001-08:00

Specifications:

Model: Ninja ZX900-E2

Engine Type: 4-stroke, liquid-cooled oil cooler

Displacement: 899 cc.

Bore x Stroke: 75 x 50.9 mm.

Compression Ratio: 12.2:1

Valve System: DOHC, 16 valves

Carburetion: Keihin CVRD40 x 4

Ignition: Digital

Starting: Electric

Transmission: 6-speed

Frame type: Perimeter, pressed aluminum

Rake / Trail: 24 degrees

Wheelbase: 55.7"

Suspension, Front: 46 mm. fully adjustable cartridge fork with adjustable preload

Suspension, Rear: Bottom-Link Uni-Trak

Tire Front: 120/70ZR17

Tire Rear: 190/50ZR17

Brakes, Front: Dual 310 semi-floating disc with dual six-piston calipers

Brakes, Rear: Disc with single-piston caliper

Seat Height: 31.9"

Fuel Capacity: 5.0 gallons

Dry Weight: 403.5 pounds

1Ducati999

2009-02-11T22:00:00.000-08:00

2009 Honda CRF250R

2009-02-10T05:55:00.000-08:00

MSRP: 0,000 USD
Model: CRF250R
Engine Type: 249cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke
Bore and Stroke: 78mm x 52.2mm
Compression Ratio: 13.1:1
Valve Train: Unicam, four-valve; 31mm intake, titanium; 26mm exhaust, steel
Induction: Keihin 40mm flat-slide carburetor with Throttle Position Sensor (TPS)
Ignition: CD with electronic advance
Transmission: Close-ratio five-speed
Final Drive: #520 chain; 13T/51T
Suspension Front: 47mm inverted Showa cartridge fork with 16-position rebound and 16-position compression damping adjustability; 12.4 inches travel
Rear: Pro-Link Showa single shock with spring preload, 17-position rebound damping adjustability, and compression damping adjustment separated into low-speed (13 positions) and high-speed (3.5 turns); 12.4 inches travel
Brakes Front: Single 240mm disc with twin-piston caliper
Rear: Single 240mm disc
Tires Front: 80/100-21
Rear: 100/90-19
Wheelbase: 58.2 inches
Rake (Caster Angle): 27.9°
Trail: 125mm (4.9 inches)
Seat Height: 38 inches
Ground Clearance: 14.2 inches
Fuel Capacity: 1.9 gallons
Color: Red
Curb Weight*: 227 pounds

2009 Honda CRF450R

2009-02-05T09:53:00.000-08:00

ENGINE
MSRP: 0,000 USD
Model: CRF450R
Engine Type: 449cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke
Bore and Stroke: 96mm x 62.1mm
Compression Ratio: 12.0:1
Valve Train: Unicam, four-valve; 36mm intake, titanium; 30mm exhaust, steel
Induction: Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI), 50mm throttle body.
Ignition: Full Transistor with three-gear-position electronic advance
Transmission: Close-ratio five-speed
Final Drive: #520 chain; 13T/48T
Suspension Front: 48mm inverted Kayaba Air-Oil-Separate (AOS) with 16-position rebound and 18-position compression damping adjustability; 12.2 inches travel
Rear: Pro-Link Kayaba single shock with spring preload, 20-position rebound damping adjustability, and compression damping adjustment separated into low-speed (18 positions) and high-speed (1 1/2 turns); 12.6 inches travel
Brakes Front: Single 240mm disc with twin-piston caliper
Rear: Single 240mm disc
Tires Front: 80/100-21
Rear: 120/80-19
Wheelbase: 58.7 inches
Rake (Caster Angle): 26-degrees 52 minutes
Trail: 114.2mm (4.5 inches)
Seat Height: 37.6 inches
Ground Clearance: 13.1 inches
Fuel Capacity: 1.5 gallons
Color: Red
Curb Weight*: 234.8 pounds

2009 Honda CRF230F

2009-02-04T03:09:00.000-08:00

ENGINE
MSRP: 0,000 USD
Model: CRF230F
Engine Type: 223cc air-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke
Bore and Stroke: 65.5mm x 66.2mm
Compression ratio: 9.0:1
Valve Train: SOHC; two-valve
Induction: 26mm piston-valve carburetor
Ignition: CD
Transmission: Six-speed
Final Drive: #520 O-ring-sealed chain; 13T/50T
Suspension Front: 37mm leading-axle Showa fork; 9.5 inches travel
Rear: Pro-Link Showa single shock with spring preload adjustability; 9.0 inches travel
Brakes Front: Single 240mm disc
Rear: Drum
Tires Front: 80/100-21
Rear: 100/100-18
Wheelbase: 54.1 inches
Rake (Caster angle): 27.3o
Trail: 112mm (4.4 inches)
Seat Height: 34.1 inches
Ground Clearance: 11.7 inches
Fuel Capacity: 1.9 gallons, including 0.4-gallon reserve
Color: Red
Curb Weight*: 249 pounds

Yamaha YZF R1 2009

2009-02-01T08:07:00.000-08:00

Yamaha YZF R1 2009 Features

Engine
Engine type: Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, forward-inclined parallel 4-cylinder, 4-valves, DOHC
Displacement: 998 cc
Bore x stroke: 78.0 x 52.2 mm
Compression ratio: 12.7 : 1
Maximum power: 133.9 kW (182 PS) @ 12,500 rpm (without air-induction)
Maximum torque: 115.5 Nm (11.8 kg-m) @ 10,000 rpm
Lubrication system: Wet sump
Fuel System: Fuel injection
Clutch type: Wet, multiple-disc coil spring
Ignition system: TCI
Starter system: Electric
Transmission system: Constant mesh, 6-speed
Final transmission: Chain
Fuel tank capacity: 18 L
Oil tank capacity : 3.73 L

Dimensions

Chassis: Aluminium Deltabox
Front suspension system: Telescopic forks, Ø 43 mm
Front travel: 120 mm
Rear suspension system: Swingarm
Rear travel: 120 mm
Caster angle: 24º
Trail: 102 mm
Front brake : Dual discs, Ø 310 mm
Rear brake: Single disc, Ø 220 mm
Front tyre : 120/70 ZR17M/C (58W)
Rear tyre: 190/55 ZR17M/C (75W)

Dimensions

Length : 2,070 mm
Width: 715 mm
Height: 1,130 mm
Seat height: 835 mm
Wheel base: 1,415 mm
Minimum ground clearance: 135 mm
Wet weight: 206 kg

Kawasaki Ninja 250R

2009-01-29T05:13:00.000-08:00

VEHICLE SUMMARY
Name: Ninja 250R
Type: Sport Bike

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Displacement: 249cc
Engine: Four-stroke, DOHC
Maximum Power: 31 Bhp@10500rpm
Maximum Torque: 22 Nm@9,500 rpm
Gears: 6 Manual
Clutch: 0
Bore: 62
Stroke: 41.2
Engine Block Material: Steel
Cooling Type: Liquid Cooling

DIMENSIONS
Length: 1920.00 mm
Width: 672.00 mm
Height: 1034.00 mm

SPECIFICATIONS
Weight: 151.00 kg
Fuel Tank: 18.00 ltrs
Wheelbase: 1322.00 mm
Wheel Type: Alloys
Wheel Size: 110/70-130/70 mm
Colors: Passion Red, Lime Green, Ebony, Candy Plasma Blue

2009 Honda CRF250X

2009-01-26T09:27:00.000-08:00

2009 Honda CRF250X

Winning magazine shootouts as well as the hearts of serious off-road riders, the CRF250X offers a rare combination of light weight and tractable power in one of the best handling packages in the off-road world.

Built for the unique demands of enduro and cross-country racing, the CRF250X's uncanny combination of wide, tractable powerband and rugged, lightweight chassis allow it to go almost anywhere you — or the course designer — can imagine. You'll love the way the Unicam four-stroke engine's immense torque hauls you out of sticky situations. Top-shelf Showa suspension keeps everything under control, with a huge range of adjustability so you can get the ride just the way you like it. And for 2008, new wave-style brake rotors, a lighter muffler, a new front tire, and ignition timing changes add up to even better performance and lower lap times.

With its awesome balance of power, handling, weight and size, the CRF250X is the perfect off-roader for trail riders and pro racers alike. Start with its impeccable CRF250R pedigree, add electric start, wide-ratio gearing, new-for-2008 ignition timing, new brake rotors and a slimmed-down fuel tank, and once again Honda has proven the best can get better.

ENGINE
MSRP: 0,000 USD
Model: CRF250X
Engine Type: 249cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke
Bore and Stroke: 78mm x 52.2mm
Compression ratio: 12.9:1
Valve Train: Unicam, four-valve; 31mm intake valve; 26mm exhaust valve
Induction: Keihin 37mm flat-slide carburetor with Throttle Position Sensor (TPS)
Ignition: CD with electronic advance and lighting coil
Starting: Electric and kick
Transmission: Wide-ratio five-speed
Final Drive: #520 T-ring-sealed chain; 13T/49T
Suspension Front: 47mm inverted Showa cartridge fork with 16-position rebound and 16-position compression damping adjustability; 12.4 inches travel Rear: Pro-Link Showa single shock with spring preload, 17-position rebound damping adjustability, and compression damping adjustment separated into low-speed (13 positions) and high-speed (3.5 turns); 12.4 inches travel
Brakes Front: Single 240mm disc with twin-piston caliper
Rear: Single 240mm disc
Tires Front: 80/100-21
Rear: 100/100-18
Wheelbase: 58.3 inches
Rake (Caster angle): 27.54o
Trail: 118mm (4.7 inches)
Seat Height: 37.7 inches
Ground Clearance: 13.6 inches
Fuel Capacity: 1.9 gallons
Color: Red
Curb Weight*: 253 pounds

2009 Honda CRF450X

2009-01-26T09:06:00.000-08:00

2009 Honda CRF450X

By winning the world-renowned Baja 500 and Baja 1000 races, the immensely popular CRF450X has earned its crown as the new King of Baja, and now in 2008 it grows more versatile than ever before.

Here's a bike that can win right out of the box, while also being quite willing to go along on those fun trail rides with your buddies. The CRF450X's 449 cc liquid-cooled Unicam four-stroke engine produces huge low-end and midrange power to get you through the gnarliest sections, yet it maintains incredibly strong top-end performance for when the trail straightens out. And for 2008 the CRF450X handles even better, thanks to the new Honda Progressive Steering Damper tucked neatly behind the front number plate. Other upgrades include lighter wave-style brake rotors front and rear, and a slimmer fuel tank for improved ergonomics.

After winning every Baja race it‘s entered, the CRF450X has established its racing cred—and then some. Hands down, it‘s the best big-bore trail bike ever built. And this year, it gets even better, with fine-tuning that includes a new Honda Progressive Steering Damper, chassis upgrades, and a slimmer fuel tank. Call it perfection, improved.

ENGINE
MSRP: 0,000 USD
Model: CRF450X
Engine Type: 449cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke
Bore and Stroke: 96mm x 62mm
Compression ratio: 12.0:1
Valve Train: Unicam, four-valve; 35mm intake valve; 30mm exhaust valve
Induction: Keihin 40mm flat-slide carburetor with Throttle Position Sensor (TPS)
Ignition: CD with electronic advance and lighting coil
Starting: Electric and kick
Transmission: Wide-ratio five-speed
Final Drive: #520 T-ring-sealed chain; 13T/51T
Suspension Front: 47mm inverted Showa cartridge fork with 16-position rebound and 16-position compression damping adjustability; 12.4 inches travel
Rear: Pro-Link Showa single shock with adjustable spring preload, 17-position rebound damping adjustability, and compression damping adjustment separated into low-speed (13 positions) and high-speed (3.5 turns); 12.4 inches travel
Brakes Front: Single 240mm disc with twin-piston caliper
Rear: Single 240mm disc
Tires: Front: 80/100-21
Rear: 110/100-18
Wheelbase: 58.2 inches
Rake (Caster angle): 27.35o
Trail: 117mm (4.6 inches)
Seat Height: 37.9 inches
Ground Clearance: 13.6 inches
Fuel Capacity: 1.9 gallons
Color: Red
Curb Weight*: 269 pounds

Ducati Wallpapers

2009-01-23T03:05:00.000-08:00

KAWASAKI NINJA ZX 14 - 2008

2009-01-14T21:20:00.000-08:00

SPECIFICATIONS

Engine Type: Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, four valve per cylinder, inline-four
Displacement: 1352 cc
Bore x Stroke: 84.0 x 61.0 mm
Maximum Torque: 154 N/m {15.7 kgf/m} 113.5 lb-ft @ 7,500 rpm
Compression Ratio: 12.0:1
Fuel Injection: DFI with Mikuni 44mm Mikuni Throttle Bodies (4)
Ignition: TCBI with Digital Advance
Transmission: 6-Speed
Final Drive: X-Ring Chain
Rake/Trail: 23 degrees / 94 mm.
Front Tire Size: 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire Size: 190/50 ZR17
Wheelbase: 57.5 in.
Overall Height : 46.1 in.
Overall Length: 85.4 in.
Overall Width: 29.9 in.
Front Suspension / wheel travel: 43mm inverted cartridge fork with adjustable preload, stepless rebound and compression damping adjustments / 4.6 in.
Rear Suspension / wheel travel: Bottom-Link Uni-Trak® and gas-charged shock with adjustable preload, stepless rebound and compression damping adjustments, adjustable ride height / 4.8 in.
Front Brake Type : Dual semi-floating 310 mm petal discs with dual radial-mounted four-piston calipers
Rear Brake Type : Single 250mm petal disc with twin-piston caliper
Fuel Tank Capacity: 5.8 gal.
Seat Height : 31.5 in.
Dry Weight : 485 lbs.
Color : Metallic Midnight Sapphire Blue, Atomic Silver, Special Edition: Metallic Flat Spark Black/Metallic Persimmon Red

SUZUKI BOULEVARD C109R

2009-01-08T23:57:00.000-08:00

Features

* 1783cm3 (109 cubic-inch) DOHC 54-degree V-Twin engine created to redefine the term “broad powerband”, and delivering its best throttle response and acceleration.
* Huge 112mm (4.4-inch) forged aluminum-alloy piston. There are one of the largest reciprocating gasoline engine pistons being used in any production passenger car or motorcycle, while featuring race-proven design to reduce friction and inertial mass.
* The pistons each carry an efficient L-shaped upper compression ring, and hard, smooth chrome-nitride Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD)-coated oil control rings reducing friction while improving cylinder sealing.
* Lightweight aluminum cylinder with Suzuki Composite Electrochemical Material (SCEM) cylinder coating to improve heat transfer, durability and weight reduction.
* Each combustion chamber comes with dual spark plugs producing more efficient combustion and lower emissions.
* Suzuki Advanced Sump System (SASS), a compact dry-sump lubrication system, and a two-stage chain drive system makes for a low-slung engine.
* Strong multi-plate clutch with the engine balance shaft sends power through the 5-speed transmission and to the clean, smooth-running shaft drive.
* Advanced digital fuel injection and engine management system using a powerful 32-bit processor for greater power output, throttle response and fuel mileage.
* Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve (SDTV) downdraft throttle body design helps maintain the proper intake air velocity for improved low-to-mid rpm throttle response.
* Automatic Idle Speed Control (ISC) system helps maintain a stable idle while improving cold starting.
* Control measures allow to meet tough Euro 3 and TIER 2 emissions regulations standards include Pulsed-secondary AIR-injection (PAIR) system and muffler catalyzes.
* Lustrous chrome plating and highly polished aluminum parts highlight the details of the SUZUKI BOULEVARD C109R/INTRUDER C1800R powerplant.
* Road-smoothing chassis geometry: 1,755mm (69.1-inch) wheelbase, 32-degree of rake and 130mm (5.1-inch) of trail.
* Telescopic front forks nicely finished with hefty 90mm chromed tube covers.
* Hidden behind the classic hardtail-like rear end is a swingarm suspension using a spring-preload-adjustable shock absorber.
* Generous front 130mm (5.1-inch) and rear 118mm (4.6-inch) of wheel travels make for smooth rides solo or with a passenger.
* The common-sense riding position is meant for comfort on both long hauls and daily short trips with wide and long seat, chromed pullback handlebars, convenient controls and generous floorboards enhance riding comfort.
* Pillion seat made for long-ride comfort as well as elegant looks.
* Suzuki combined brake system using dual 290mm (11.4-inch) floating front disc brakes and a single 275mm (10.8-inch) rear disc brake.
* The front brake lever activates the two outside pistons in each front brake caliper. The rear brake lever activates both rear-caliper pistons, then the front-caliper center pistons. Delay valves smooth front brake actuation.
* Cast aluminum-alloy radial 10-spoke wheels, shod with 150/80R16 M/C 63V front and a massive, ultra-wide 240/55R16 M/C 79V rear tires.
* Genuine long-volume hand-crafted steel fenders featuring rolled edges. Chrome-plated steel supports accent the deep rear fender.
* Wide-body 19-liter (5.0 US gallons) steel fuel tank topped by a chrome instrument cluster carrying analog speedometer, LCD odometer and trip meter, clock and fuel gauge and other indicator lights.
* 180mm (7.0-inch) multi-reflector halogen headlight carried in classic chromed housing, and durable, bright bullet-shape turn signals and LED taillight.

Specifications

Engine Type: 4-stroke, 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valve, 54° V-twin
Bore x Stroke: 112.0 mm x 90.5 mm
Compression Ratio: 10.5 : 1
Oil capacity (overhaul): 4.7 L ( 1.2 US gal )
Starter System: Electric
Transmission: 5-speed constant mesh
Final Drive Ratio: 2.823 ( 18/17 x 32/12 )
Rake / Trail: 32 degrees / 130 mm ( 5.1 in.)
Wheels Front: 16 M/C x MT3.50, cast aluminum-alloy
Wheels Rear: 16 M/C x MT8.50, cast aluminum-alloy
Tires Front: 150/80R16 M/C 63V, tubeless
Tires Rear: 240/55R16 M/C 79V, tubeless
Overall Length: 2,585 mm ( 101.8 in. )
Overall Height : 1,165 mm ( 46.9 in. )
Ground Clearance: 140 mm ( 5.4 in. )

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Hayabusa 1300 Specifications

2009-01-04T03:25:00.000-08:00

Engine

Engine capacity: 1340cc
Type: 4-stroke, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC
Bore: 81mm x 65mm
Compression ratio: 12.5:1
Lubrication: Wet sump
Ignition: Electronic Ignition
Fuel system : Fuel injection
Transmission: 6-speed constant mesh
Drive: Chain

Dimensions and Weight
Overall length: 2195mm (86.4in)
Overall width: 740mm (29.1in)
Overall height: 1170mm (46.1in)
Wheelbase : 1485mm (58.5in)
Seat height: 805mm (31.7in)
Dry weight: 220kg (485lbs)
Fuel capacity : 21.0litres (4.6gallons)

Suspension
Front: Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear: Linky type, coil spring, oil damped

Brake
Front: Disc brake, twin
Rear: Disc brake

Tyres Size
Front: 120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless
Rear: 190/50ZR17M/C (73W), tubeless

Suzuki Hayabusa 1300 (2006)

2009-01-04T03:13:00.000-08:00

Engine Features

Compact 4-stroke, four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with DOHC, 16-valves, Twin Swirl Combustion Chambers, plus gear-driven counterbalancer for smooth operation

Electronic fuel injection system, fed by 46mm throttle bodies and ram air intake with large volume airbox

Lightweight shim-under-bucket valve train with narrow 14 degree valve angle for high combustion chamber efficiency

High efficiency liquid cooling system for optimum engine operating temperature, including compact air-cooled oil cooler and oil-jet piston cooling

SCEM (Suzuki Composite Electro-chemical Material) plated cylinders minimize cylinder size and improve heat dissipation

6-speed transmission with high-capacity clutch featuring back-torque limiter system for smooth downshifts and scissors-type primary gear for reduced gear noise

Large volume 4-into-2 exhaust system with stainless steel head pipes and lightweight aluminum silencers

Digital direct-ignition system combines an ignition coil with each spark plug cap for reduced weight and stronger spark

Chassis Features

Turn signal lens color are white for a modern appearance

Aerodynamic fairing design with low drag coefficient - all fairing components have been designed for reduced drag and turbulence

Full instrumentation with ultra-thin step-motor construction. Includes fuel gauge, clock, temperature gauge, LCD odometer and twin tripmeters with fuel mileage indicator

Unique, vertically mounted dual headlight provides a bright, wide beam with a 60W projector-type high-beam and a 55W low-beam halogen bulb

Rigid twin-spar aluminum frame minimizes weight while maintaining high torsional strength

Large diameter (43mm) inverted front forks with titanium-nitride-coated inner fork tubes and fully adjustable compression & rebound damping and spring preload, plus steering damper

Proven link-type rear suspension with remote reservoir shock absorber - rear suspension features fully adjustable rebound damping and compression damping and spring preload

Bridge-type swingarm with large diameter swingarm pivot shaft provides high swingarm rigidity
Powerful front disc brakes with large 320mm discs and gold-colored 6-piston calipers

Rear disc brake with 240mm disc and 2-piston caliper

Radial tires mounted on lightweight 3-spoke aluminum wheels - wide 190-size rear tire is mounted on 6" wide rim

Hinged fuel tank simplifies maintenance and provides easy access to the airbox and air filter

SPECIFICATIONS

Engine: 1299cc, 4-stroke, four-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 16-valve, TSCC
Bore Stroke: 81.0 x 63.0mm
Compression Ratio: 11.0:1
Fuel System: Keihin/Denso Fuel Injection
Lubrication: Wet sump
Ignition: Digital/Transistorized
Transmission: 6-speed, constant mesh
Final Drive: #530 chain
Overall Length: 2140mm (84.3 in.)
Overall Width: 740mm (29.1 in.)
Overall Height: 1155mm (45.5 in.)
Seat Height: 805mm (31.7 in.)
Ground Clearance: 120mm (4.7 in.)
Wheelbase: 1485mm (58.5 in.)
Dry Weight: 217kg (478 lbs.) 218kg (480 lbs.) CA. model
Suspension Front: Inverted telescopic, coil spring, fully adjustable spring preload, 14-way adjustable rebound damping and 13-way adjustable compression damping
Suspension Rear: Link-type, gas/oil damped, fully adjustable spring preload, 22-way adjustable compression & rebound damping
Brakes Front: Dual hydraulic disc
Brakes Rear: Single hydraulic disc
Tires Front: 120/70-ZR-17
Tires Rear: 190/50-ZR-17
Fuel Tank Capacity: 21 liter (5.5 gal.) 19.0 liter (5.0 gal.) CA. model
Color: Black/Gray, Black/Red, Gray/Blue

B-King - Suzuki

2009-01-04T02:43:00.000-08:00

B-KING Features

* 1340cm3 in-line 4-cylinder fuel-injected liquid-cooled DOHC engine tuned for muscular torque and exhilarating throttle response.
* Hard, smooth chrome-nitride Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) coating on the upper compression and oil control piston rings reduces friction and wear while improving cylinder sealing.
* Suzuki Composite Electrochemical Material (SCEM) cylinder plating improves heat transfer, durability and ring seal.
* U-shaped cutouts in cylinder-bore sides allow air below descending pistons to escape to adjacent cylinders to reduce pumping pressure and power losses.
* Lightweight titanium valves allow use of single valve springs for less inertia mass and aggressive cam timing while maintaining accurate valve control.
* Large-capacity curved radiator, fitted with two engine-management-computer-controlled 160mm (6.2-inch) electric fans. 10-row oil cooler is mounted underneath the radiator.
* Powerful 32-bit, 1024-kilobyte ROM computer, for running the state-of-the-art fuel injection, ignition and engine management systems.
* Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve (SDTV) fuel injection results in improved power delivery, a more linear response, better mileage and less emissions. This system uses engine-computer-operated secondary valves to maintain optimum intake-air velocity for maximum combustion efficiency.
* Two 12-hole fine-spray injectors on each throttle body improve fuel atomization for better combustion efficiency and while reducing fuel consumption.
* Idle Speed Control (ISC) system improves cold starting and helps maintain stable engine idle.
* Emissions control systems including a large-volume catalyzer reduce hydrocarbon, carbon monoxide and nitrogen oxide emissions to meet tough Euro 3 and TIER 2 standards.
* 4-into-2-into-1 exhaust system, with a dual-exit underseat muffler. The muffler ends share a slash-cut shape with the seat-cowl rear end.
* Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (S-DMS) switch mounted on the fuel tank allows to select one of two engine control maps to suit personal preferences.
* Suzuki Clutch Assist System (SCAS) serves as back-torque-limiting system for smoother downshifts and also contributes to a lighter clutch pull.
* High-tech twin-spar aluminum-alloy frame built with five precision pressure castings of various complex shapes.
* Aluminum-alloy rear swingarm made of three pressure castings has a beautiful finish and less welding seams, along with optimum rigidity.
* Modern inverted front forks with adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping.
* Steering damper mounted on the upper triple clamp is standard equipment.
* Single rear shock absorber, with fully adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping.
* Stylish 3-spoke cast-aluminum-alloy wheels shod with 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) front and 200/50ZR17M/C (75W) rear radial tires.
* Dual 310mm (12.2-inch)-floating-disc front brakes with radial-mount opposed-four-piston calipers. Radial master cylinder improves rider feel at the brake lever.
* Single-piston rear brake caliper operate on a 260mm (10.2-inch) disc.
* Bold styling contrasting prominent blocks - fuel tank, seat cowl and muffler exits - with condensed blocks - headlight, front fender and seat.
* Pentagon design motif accentuates the front brake master cylinder, fluid reservoir and disc carriers, and clutch master cylinder fluid reservoir.
* 60w high-beam and 55w low-beam headlight carried in a stylish module.
* Bodywork-integrated clear-lends front and rear turn signals, both combining cut and grained surfaces.
* Smoothly combined footpeg brackets/swingarm pivot covers.
* Detail touches include mesh grills on tank side air intakes, radiator cover and center muffler cover; and 3-form front fender.
* Instrument panel built into headlight module, centered around an analog tachometer and LCD digital speedometer and gear-position indicator. LCD display also include a clock, odometer, dual trip meters, maintenance intervals, running time, average speed, fuel level, engine temperature and S-DMS selection.
* B-KING logo displayed on instrument panel when ignition is turned ON.

B-KING Specifications
Engine Type: 4-stroke, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC
Bore x Stroke: 81.0 mm x 65.0 mm
Compression Ratio: 12.5 : 1
Oil capacity (overhaul): 4.0L ( 1.6 US gal.)
Starter System: Electric
Transmission: 6-speed constant mesh
Final Drive Ratio : 2.388 (43 / 18)
Rake / Trail: 25.5degrees / 107 mm (4.2 in.)

Wheels Front: 17 M/C x MT3.50, cast-aluminum-alloy
Wheels Rear: 17 M/C x MT6.00, cast-aluminum-alloy
Tires Front: 120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless
Tires Rear: 200/50ZR17M/C (75W), tubeless
Overall Length: 2,220 mm (87.4 in.)
Overall Height : 1,085 mm (42.7 in.)
Ground Clearance: 120 mm (4.7 in.)
Dry Weight: 235 Kg (518 lbs.)

2009 Honda XR650L

2009-01-01T03:19:00.000-08:00

ENGINE
MSRP: $5,999 USD
ENGINE

Engine Type 644cc air-cooled dry-sump single-cylinder four-stroke
Bore and Stroke 100.0mm x 82.0mm
Compression Ratio 8.3:1
Valve Train SOHC; four-valve RFVC
Induction 42.5mm diaphragm-type CV carburetor
Ignition Solid-state CD with electronic advance
DRIVE TRAIN

Transmission Five-speed
Final Drive #520 O-ring-sealed chain; 15T/45T
CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES

Front Suspension 43mm air-adjustable leading-axle Showa cartridge fork with 16-position compression-damping adjustability; 11.6-inches of travel
Rear Suspension Pro-link Showa® single-shock with spring-preload, 20-position compression- and 20-position rebound-damping adjustability; 11.0-inches travel
Front Brake Single disc with twin-piston caliper
Rear Brake Single disc
Front Tire 3.00-21
Rear Tire 4.60-18
DIMENSIONS

Rake 27.0 degrees
Trail 102.0mm (4.0 inches)
Wheelbase 57.3 inches
Seat Height 37.0 inches
Curb Weight 346 lbs (*Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and full tank of fuel-ready to ride)
Fuel Capacity 2.8 gallons, including 0.6-gallon reserve
Ground Clearance 13.0 inches

Sepang

2009-01-01T02:57:00.000-08:00

The tests in Sepang, maybe one of the most positive test in Rossi’s career, as stated by the seven time World Champion, could have been even better if …that sensor line connected to the front brakes and/or to the fork of his M1 was not bent by the upper fender! Yes, if you pay attention to the details of the above picture you will notice that under braking the line ended up out of the plastic instead of staying loose close to the forks.

Indeed today was a great day for Vale: he went faster of the previous two days considering that he was able to put ride 14 laps at 2’01 and his best lap, the 20th it was at 2’01.437, almost a second faster than his best lap in his last Gp in Malaysia.
In the interview at the end of the day beside recalling the work done on the electronic, the engine and the elimination of a vibration generated from the front tire, Rossi appeared extremely satisfied not only with his record, but especially with the consistence in his long runs, at race pace. To go fast until the end of the test he had to change a bit his lines to keep working with the tires: this is exactly what it helped him in winning his last few World championships. When everybody else was slowing down because of lack of grip he was squaring off the turns spinning the rear. Now I doubt that he did that today considering the traction control on the new bikes, but I am sure that a different arch must have give him some unused rubber for his final laps.
Last but not least, he pointed out that it has been a long time since last time he had so much pleasure in riding, and now he cannot wait the Jerez’s tests to ride with the rest of his competitors.

2009 Honda CRF150R

2008-12-28T07:21:00.000-08:00

ENGINE
MSRP: 0,000 USD
Model: CRF150RB-Expert / CRF150R
Engine Type: 149cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke
Bore and Stroke: 66mm x 43.7mm
Compression Ratio: 11.7:1
Valve Train: Unicam, four-valve; 26mm intake, steel; 22.5mm exhaust, steel
Induction: Keihin 32mm flat slide with throttle position sensor (TPS)
Ignition: Solid-state CD with electronic advance
Transmission: Close-ratio five-speed
Final Drive: #420 chain; 15T/56T (CRF150RB-Expert) / #420 chain; 15T/50T (CRF150R)
Suspension Front: 37mm fully adjustable leading-axle inverted Showa cartridge fork; 10.8 inches travel
Rear: Pro-Link fully adjustable Showa single shock; 11.5 inches travel (CRF150RB-Expert) / 10.8 inches travel (CRF150R)
Brakes Front: Single 220mm disc
Rear: Single 190mm disc
Tires Front: 70/100-19 (CRF150RB-Expert) / 70/100-17 (CRF150R)
Rear: 90/100-16 (CRF150RB-Expert) / 90/100-14 (CRF150R)
Wheelbase: 50.6 inches (CRF150RB-Expert) / 49.6 inches (CRF150R)
Rake (Caster Angle): 27°48' (CRF150RB-Expert) / 27°02' (CRF150R)
Trail: 96mm (3.85 inches) (CRF150RB-Expert) / 78mm (3.07 inches) (CRF150R)
Seat Height: 34.1 inches (CRF150RB-Expert) / 32.8 inches (CRF150R)
Ground Clearance: 13.2 inches (CRF150RB-Expert) / 11.9 inches (CRF150R)
Fuel Capacity: 1.14 gallons
Color: Red

Yamaha Vino

2008-12-28T06:25:00.000-08:00

Key Features:

* Cool retro style covers a modern overhead-cam, four-stroke engine; fashion and function.
* Upscale scooter components include a telescopic front fork and a front disc brake.
* There’s room for lots of gear and a passenger.
* Muffler incorpoates exhaust catalyst technology to reduce air pollution.
* The Vino 125 achieves fuel economy up to an estimted 96 mpg** with a fuel tank that holds 1.2 gallons of gas.

Engine:

* Sporty 124cc air-cooled SOHC four-stroke, 2-valve engine puts out strong, predictable power with incredible gas mileage.
* Forced air cooling system keeps engine temperatures reliably under control, even while idling at stoplights, for maximum efficiency and longer engine life.
* Easy, dependable, push-button electric start with backup kickstarter make getting on the road a breeze.
* Fully automatic V-belt transmission ensures easy, twist-the-throttle-and-go operation.
* CDI ignition system provides precise, high-voltage spark for seamless engine performance and excellent reliability.
* Mikuni BS26 carburetor with automatic choke and heater makes cold starting a snap.
* Special fuel tank emission system includes a sealed-type gas cap, rollover valve, and charcoal canister to control gasoline evaporation and reduce air pollution.
* Muffler incorporates catalyst technology to reduce air pollution.

Chassis/Suspension:

* 180mm front disc brake provides strong, reliable stopping power.
* 3.50-10 front and rear tires offer great traction.
* Open, step-through, steel-tube frame design allows easy mounting and dismounting.
* Telescopic front fork with 2.3 inches of travel delivers superb bump-absorbing performance and comfort.
* Rear single-shock suspension system with 2.1 inches of travel provides comfort and great ride quality.

Additional Features:
* Wide, thickly padded two-up seat ensures incomparable rider and passenger comfort and style.
* Huge underseat storage compartment can hold a full-face helmet and a rugged rear rack perfect for hauling schoolbooks or groceries.
* Cosmopolitan styling takes the Vino 125 to the next level with a chromed speedometer, mirrors, handlebar and cast aluminum alloy-styled three-spoke wheels.
* Large, single 12V 35/35-watt multi-reflector halogen headlight maximizes nighttime visibility and electroplated headlight housing enhances styling.
* Bright 8/27-watt single multi-reflector taillight for great visibility.
* Full-size floorboard and wide, sculpted front apron provide splash and wind protection and classic styling accent.
* Electronic fuel gauge keeps track of the gas level.
* Easy-to-read instrument panel features turn signal and high-beam indicator lights.
* Three-in-one main switch combines ignition, steering lock and seat lock opener for operator convenience.

Japan Motorcycle Ride Report

2008-12-26T01:14:00.000-08:00

Riding a motorcycle in Japan was something I had wanted to try for some years and now am very happy to have succeeded in doing.

The roads were as I had thought - fantastic for riding and actually beyond my expectations. Despite some rain I have to rate it as some of the best riding I have ever experienced.

But I am getting ahead of myself, I shall try and give a overview and hopefully some useful details for people who may also wish to ride in Japan.

Following on from my last post I decided on a selection of roads in the Nagano Japanese Alps as my main target and around Mt Fuji as a secondary target if the weather was good. I sourced where to ride from a best 100 roads magazine shown in my previous posts - however I noticed in the newsagents there monthly motorcycle magazines that are focused on best riding places with a best 10 roads in each area so I purchased a couple and a good 'motorcycle' road map of the areas I would be riding in.

I had made a firm booking for motorcycle rental before flying out despite the weather forecast being rain and just hoped for the best. I rented a BMW 1150R from Kokubo in Hachioji-shi a suburb of Tokyo which lies a fair way out to the west. I chose them so as to avoid riding in the more busier areas closer to Tokyo's centre. Besides BMW's they also rent Buells and Harleys however they don't speak any English. The paper work you need to fill out is in Japanese only and you would need someone to assist despite it being a one page simple name, contact details, international license details, vehicle being rented and sign here procedure. You naturally need to present passport and international license. Cost was about $150 a day with full insurance, smaller motorcycles those 400cc and below are cheaper as is weekly rental.

I was given a document that I was told to present to police upon request and gather it to be some sort of statement about the vehicles registration/safety certificate. It was teeming down with rain but with a forecast of improvement so I traveled back east to where I was staying at Musashi-Sakai with the hope of a break in the weather. Riding a new to me motorcycle in very heavy rain with poor visibility in another country and feeling cold water leaking in my jacket at upper chest area I did for a moment wonder what the hell I was doing however there was too much focus needed so I was unable to dwell on things for long until I was safely back by which I had already decided it was better to try and fail than to just sit and wonder. Worse case scenario was it would be too wet and I would not get very far.

It rained heavy on and on well into the night but was dry the next morning so I set off early under cloudy skies. I had limited time since, and this ride was a trial to see if I could navigate without a GPS and manage with my very basic Japanese so I chose to ride straight out of Tokyo on the Chuo Expressway skipping Isu which I had originally wanted to ride. All the major highways in Japan are toll roads and rather expensive however they get you quickly to places that take much longer on slower local roads. Here are some photos of the Chuo expressway, the speed limit in Japan is 40kph in built up areas and 50kph everywhere else (yes even the countryside) and 80kph on the expressways. However I noted at 100kph I was still getting passed frequently and the fast lane was moving at an average of 120kph which I soon moved into and where I then stayed. Elsewhere I just rode to suit the conditions and in the towns you wont get much above 60k, in the mountains you can ride as the road dictates.

Just prior to entering the highway network you will need to stop at a toll both at the entry ramp to obtain a toll card and present the same at the toll booth on the off ramp when exiting. Expect to pay around $15 per hour of travel or thereabouts as a rough guide - note actually distance based charge however I don't have the exact details. The ETC marked lanes at toll gates are for vehicles with automatic toll payment systems so do not use them. Leaving Tokyo you will first pay a fee of 600Yen ($6.00) when entering the network which is the flat fee for any where out as far as Hachioji-shi where you will encounter large toll gate on the expressway itself and obtain a toll card at a automatic machine to continue.

I ran into rain within an hour and stopped outside one of the many huge highway tunnels in the mountains west of Tokyo to put on my wet weather gear. Exiting the mountains the weather improved and I stopped at one of the many highway service centres you will find on the Japanese highway network to get out of my wet gear and grabbed a quick coffee and took a photo of the valley looking back to the range.

I continued to Suwa and exited there. I found navigation was reasonably easy. Most of the roads are numbered much like in Victoria here and other countries and most road signs are also in English. My greatest worry had been navigating however this really turned out to be no trouble at all, still I would not want to test that in one of the Japanese mega cities.

I found there are alot of full service petrol stations still in Japan where the attendants come to fill your tank and you will need to be able to say two things "man-tank' meaning full tank and 'hi-oct' meaning premium. There are also full auto petrol stations and these are a bit tricky. You need to insert money into machine, then select correct pump however they are not always clearly marked as to which one is premium, and then after filling select a button to get your change which comes from another machine centrally located in the middle of all the pumps. Best to go for the full service stations which I decided to use exclusively after trying one of these automatic stations to save a cent or two per litre and getting rather confused.

From Suwa I rode north and climbed my first mountain road destination, The Venus Line:

I ran into rain at the top of the incredible Venus Line road and it really was very heavy as I rode down the other side with rivers of water gushing across the road with visibility down to a few metres however this eased soon as I got below the cloud line and I had a reasonable ride down route 62 where I stopped and looked at the heavy rain in the mountains ahead and decided to turn back south on route 152 towards Suwa and try avoid further rain however ran into another heavy storm which nearly stopped me with the amount of water on the road deep in places.

I found my way out of this storm and into the town of Chino only to see more storm clouds and hear lots of thunder overhead so I pulled into a Dennys family type eatery where I sat for about 2 hours drying out and having a long late lunch and a couple of coffees until the storms and rain had stopped. After this it was too late to try another road so I went to find the place I was staying that night the Motive Lodge, which is mountain lodge catering to riders. The owner, Mr Morita has a web site with some of the best rides in Japan which is how I found the lodge. (I sort of try do the same with my blog for Australian roads however I wish I ran a rider lodge like he does) I found the place easy (another worry I had needlessly prior) so with some time to fill I took a look about the area and stopped off for a beer and rest at a local shop. (you can buy beer anywhere in Japan, even vending machines at reasonable prices)

After a day in saddle which I rode through two storms I was ready for a hot shower, now of course Japanese love baths and hot springs in particular so I was able to relax in a huge hot tub outside the lodge listening to the water rushing past a nearby stream - superb. I had to dig deep to try and communicate with the lodge owner as my Japanese is rather poor but two people with a love of riding and motorcycles we got by despite the language difficulties and I enjoyed a hearty dinner and relaxing in the inn's dining room which had a huge collection of Japanese motorcycle magazines. This place fills up on weekends with many riders from Tokyo coming up to ride the alpine regions.

It rained heavy again that night however the next day it was clearing with the sun shining - woohoo! I bid the Motive Lodge farewell with an nice early start and riding along the start of the Venus Line from the Lodge I had one of those rare moments when you feel a real joy inside and think how wonderful it is to be alive and stopped to take in the fresh clean air and think which way to tackle the days riding. I had planned to have completed the Venus line day one and then been north to Shiga Kusatsu by now and be ready wrap up by returning via route 299 and then ride around some of Mt Fuji including a ride up the Subaru-Fuji line road to finish however the rain had put me a long way behind, too much of course to try catch up so I decided to simply ride to Shiga Kusatsu and return via some more of route 40 which forms another part of the Venus line and if time permitted try take in another road I had thought to ride in the area called the Panorama line.

Riding north back over route 152 in the dry it's mountain sweepers were superb, this minor mountain pass doesnt rate a mention by the Japanese riders however it would make my top rides list easy back in Australia being something like longer version of the Burrinbah range. I got stuck in some traffic unable to find how to bypass Ooya the town north of Chino but then had a nice ride over yet another scenic mountain pass on route 94 and then could not find route 59 so lost more time before I eventually got onto route 292 , and my goal below:

I ran into light drizzle of rain at the top of Shiga Kusatsu which I thought might be just a passing cloud being that you are up over 2000m however after the last two days I decided to turn around and enjoy the superb road back down and forfeit seeing the rest of the range in case it closed in and made the descent wet.

After a false turn I found route 59 on the return and what a gem of a road this was, one perfect sweeping hotmix corner flowing into another and another, then I retraced my steps to route 94 which I was hooting along when my steering went very heavy and I realised I had a flat tyre on the way. I remembered seeing a petrol station at the start of the range so I rode back down as fast as I could before the tyre was completely flat and made it there with not a moment to spare.
Lucky the owner operator of this tiny rural petrol station went completely out of his way to help me phoning the bike rental shop back in Tokyo who gave a mechanics number who he then phoned and within 30 minutes someone was on the job and determined it was the valve so a simple matter to change over since same tubeless valves are used as in car wheels. Good thing BMW's have a centre stand which allowed the front wheel removal with ease. About an hour and half and I was repacked and on my way.

I then had to skip the Panorama line due to the lost time but didn't feel bad given the great assistance I had received to get on the road again and that I could have easy had been stuck on the top of the mountain on route 94 instead. I stopped for a quick bite to eat at a convenience store and for anyone going to Japan these places are your friend, you can get a good lunch or even a hot dinner for a few dollars and while you would not touch food in Australia from similar style shops it is basically impossible to get bad food in Japan. I'm embarrassed thinking about the Japanese tourists that come out here used to great food and service everywhere at 1/2 our prices and what they experience here.

After a small rest and coffee I went looking for the other part of route 40 to skip going back through Ooya and by sheer chance when about to give up found I had turned down it when looking to turn around. I followed this road and it was a bit tricky with no route numbers in a couple of intersections however got past that to what is I guess the first section of the Venus Line and what a great ride it was. Lots of sweepers before exiting a heavy forest to start the climb up to the upper part of the Venus Line which I wrote about above.

Happy to have ridden these two roads and out of time I turned for Tokyo back on the expressway and got to see a nice view of Mt Fuji on the way back. Wow its really high, the mountains at the base are 2000m jobs then it simply towers above them like they are foothills.

I had originally planned 3 days covering more roads but in the end was happy to have not suffered 3 days of rain and learned alot while still enjoying a few superb roads. These alpine areas have little traffic weekdays and have a low law enforcement presence. Japan offers great food and friendly helpful people and it is one of the safest places on earth to visit. Of course there is the history and culture to explore as well as great shopping for consumer goods at 1/2 our prices. Fuel and bike hire was slightly higher than here, however food, beer, accommodation is much cheaper and of a high standard. I shall definitely return to ride more of Japan in the future.

Buell wallapers

2008-12-26T00:40:00.000-08:00

Buell Muster 2008

2008-12-22T07:35:00.000-08:00

The once a year ride and meet of Buell owners and enthusiasts of the brand was held this year in the Northern Rivers area of NSW with the attendees staying in Tyalgum - right smack in the middle of the area I like to call motorcycle paradise.

I have not owned a Buell for 18 months but have remained a fan of the XB series and thought more than once about getting another at various times.

So it was I set out early on Saturday to meet up with the Muster folk and go on the ride, in fact I was going to assist with some of the route given my knowledge of the area.

However it nearly all went bad. It was a surprisingly cool morning so after I left home I realised I was going to be too cold with just my Cortech HRX jacket (minus liner) so I returned home and quickly grabbed the wind blocker jersey thinking it would be enough until the just on daybreak morning cool evaporated and not wanting to lose alot of time fitting the jacket liners for the first time. Well it was perhaps just a odd day as the temperature dropped even more as I left the CBD and then more the further south I rode. By the time I was at the coast I was cursing not having brought my full winter jacket and at my limit of tolerance so I refueled and stayed awhile over a hot coffee near the Tweed.

Heading off to Murwillumbah I was mindful I had lost a bit of time so turning into the road to Tyalgum I thought I might be a bit late when rounding a corner I had a freight train of Buells thunder past me in the opposite direction and then I realised oh crap its Daylight Saving in NSW- I was actually over 1 hour late!

Fortunately however I arrived at that point in time and not later so I could simply turn about and join the ride. A great display of machinery with riders from as far as Adelaide, Alice Springs, Melbourne and Sydney to mention a few. Here is a few photos from the ride, I will add some more soon.

Speaking of which there is a new Buell forum that you should be aware of Buellersdownunder.com I wont go into the politics of it all however that's the place to read about this years Muster.

I had a great time meeting everyone at the Muster who made me feel very welcome despite not riding a Buell these days and I hope everyone had a good time.

Chupa Chups: to suck is good for you!

2008-12-22T07:32:00.001-08:00

Out of curiosity I have searched Chupa Chups, the big logo displayed on Lorenzo’s X-Lite helmet to discover that it’s a Spanish lollipop created by a certain Enric Bernat in 1958 and now owned by the Italian-Dutch corporation Perfetti Van Melle. The simple, essential and straightforward logo was designed by the surrealist Salvator Dali’, in what could be a perfect example of less is more. The name Chupa Chups originates from chupar, Spanish verb meaning to suck.

As Rossi has openly admitted in an interview with the Italian newspaper La Stampa, he had request Yamaha to postpone the acquisition of the new young talent, however it was not possible so, even though he has still “ to get in front” of him, once it will happen, Lorenzo will be an extra stimulus to improve.

The Spaniard has already let people know that he will not be the Colin of the past: he is in MotoGp to win. His skills and potential are proven, but so far he has struggled in getting the right feeling from the M1 to lower significantly his lap time. Lorenzo has justified his results with a lack of confidence in the front end coumpounded by an annoying vibration. As Jim has written in his blog Armchairbikefan, there is a good chance that Jorge will have to change his riding style, maybe shaving a bit of entrance speed to focus more in accelerating at the exit of the turn using the traction control at its full potential. Lorenzo should keep in mind that Stoner has won a World Championship by skyrocketing out of the turns while his ex teammate Capirossi, consistently faster than him in the first part of the corners, finished the season with a meager 7th position.
Normally a new and young rider would keep a low profile in order to absorb or better steal as much as he can from the more experienced teammate, but this is not the case of Lorenzo. He is openly in competition with everybody starting from Rossi. That’s why they have separated their garages with a wall or they have recently had an “accident” when one of Rossi’s crew-members was invited to leave immediately Lorenzo’s pit area.
The swellheaded Lorenzo will undoubtedly add salt to the coming season, but his egocentric attitude is going to draw a lot of attention and critics: anything less than an exceptional performance will remind us of the English meaning of chupar

MotoGp: Gran Premio de Espana

2008-12-22T07:19:00.000-08:00

Jerez was a Spaniard affair, a domestic matter between the humorless and grey Pedrosa and the flashy Loren-show. The recent 250 World Champion was hoping to consolidate the fantastic start of the season in 800cc after collecting two pole positions and a strong 2nd place in Quatar behind the untouchable Stoner. In his own track he was dreaming of challenging in one event everybody, from Stoner to Pedrosa going through Rossi. The authority that he had shown during the qualification tests was definitely stimulating, if not supporting, his dreams, but yesterday morning, once the traffic light became green he must immediately have come to conclusions that it was only a dream.
Danny Pedrosa started like a bullet, in an obvious mission to play the game in his own way, by taking the lead and building on it. He has done it so many times in 250 in a fashion that reminds to all of us the “old” Biaggi. When leading a race, Danny is able to ride at 100% until the end without loosing concentration or making even the slightest mistake. Yesterday, his body, so petit even for the new “miniature” Honda, worked relentlessly to detach his bike at the exit of each turn to whack-open the throttle in a fashion that belongs more to the past than to today’s electronic traction control era. The new 800 machines cannot be managed with the traditional skills, particularly those ones requiring use of the hands or body. Ask Melandri or Capirossi if they agree with my claim.
Today a rider is required an extra dose of courage or willful blindness in the tool, the magic triad of suspension set up – electronics – tires. The modern centaur, once released the brakes after the turn point, has to hold the breath and open the throttle with a full trust in the magic of the electronics, with the faith that tha paratrooper would have in his parachute before jumping from the areoplane. Do you remember Rossi, Gibernau, Capirossi or Melandri a couple of years ago? They were able to compensate the wearing-off of tires by sapiently edging bike and throttle to put down power at the exit of each turn. Sensitive buttocks and skilful wrists were making the difference between an average rider and a champion. Today if the triad equation is not solved and tested nobody can win. Rossi and Capirossi have learned it in the last two years. Indeed the new WSBK star Biaggi was the first one to claim electronic issues a long time ago. Last year, Rossi on his end could evidently blame Michelin, but the poor Capirossi on the Red Missile Ducati, even though was faster than his teammate Aussie up to the apex of a corner, he wasn’t able to match the acceleration of Stoner at the exit of it. A lot of people were using as justification his age if not the fact that he had recently become father, as to say that he had not more the guts to take the extra risk to stay on the front of the field. The same sunset have been pictured for Rossi, with the extra malicious comment that the Tavullia champion had finally stop receiving a favorable treatment by factory teams and Michelin. In Quatar, the same people were very quick in calling his end, stating that “ …you see… even with Stoner’s Bridgestone he cannot stay in the front ..”.

Last MotoGp race has brought back some logic! Stoner proved to be very human, if not childish during the weekend while trying to solve normal technical issues. I say normal and not usual because since last year, he has never experienced any relevant technical issue with a Ducati that has worked for him with the consistence of a trustful videogame. Why childish? Well was it really necessary to kick that foot after passing his ex teammate Capirossi? Yes, he blamed the Italian for ruining his best lap, but what to say about all those mistakes during the race? And his obvious desire to “hide himself” by wearing the helmet while seating on a chait after the race? To my eyes Stoner has still to learn how to lose before reaching the status of well weathered old time champions.
On the other end, Sunday the other ex World Champion, Nicky Hayden confirmed to be a top rider, able to adjust his style to an ever changing machine obviously tailored to his blazoned teammate Pedrosa. In the last part of the race Nicky seemed to be able to challenge Lorenzo's third position. Unfortunately he trail-braked a bit too much losing the front grip and jeopardizing his attack to the third position. Curiously in Jerez both Hayden and Edward were able to save a clear low side by leveraging their elbows. The spectacular move proves the incredible results achieved by the tire companies (in this case Michelin) in improving grip and shoulder flexibility. I remember a few years ago while riding the yellow Honda Nastro Azzurro, Rossi was able to save a low-side by resting on his knee, and not on his elbow.
Last but not the least, I want to stress the incredible performance of Toseland and Capirossi. The first one looks totally at home in MotoGp and his overtaking technique going to the apex, tested in Quatar with Lorenzo and in Jerez with Dovizioso, is becoming his signature. He was an obvious protagonist of the battle for the 5th place, but at the end it was a determined Capirossi on his new Suzuki to win the dicing.

2009 Honda CRF250X Pictures, Specs & Video

2008-12-22T06:19:00.000-08:00

ENGINE
MSRP: 0,000 USD
Model: CRF250X
Engine Type: 249cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke
Bore and Stroke: 78mm x 52.2mm
Compression ratio: 12.9:1
Valve Train: Unicam, four-valve; 31mm intake valve; 26mm exhaust valve
Induction: Keihin 37mm flat-slide carburetor with Throttle Position Sensor (TPS)
Ignition: CD with electronic advance and lighting coil
Starting: Electric and kick
Transmission: Wide-ratio five-speed
Final Drive: #520 T-ring-sealed chain; 13T/49T
Suspension Front: 47mm inverted Showa cartridge fork with 16-position rebound and 16-position compression damping adjustability; 12.4 inches travel Rear: Pro-Link Showa single shock with spring preload, 17-position rebound damping adjustability, and compression damping adjustment separated into low-speed (13 positions) and high-speed (3.5 turns); 12.4 inches travel
Brakes Front: Single 240mm disc with twin-piston caliper
Rear: Single 240mm disc
Tires Front: 80/100-21
Rear: 100/100-18
Wheelbase: 58.3 inches
Rake (Caster angle): 27.54o
Trail: 118mm (4.7 inches)
Seat Height: 37.7 inches
Ground Clearance: 13.6 inches
Fuel Capacity: 1.9 gallons
Color: Red
Curb Weight*: 253 pounds