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Vintage Ducati Bikes

2010-07-25T12:47:00.000-07:00

Ducati Apollo
The 1964 Ducati Berliner 1260 Apollo was a prototype 1,250 cc (76 cu in) V4 engine motorcycle producing 100 bhp (75 kW) and capable of over 120 mph (190 km/h). It was never put into production, but did influence other production Ducatis that followed. Both Ducati and their US distributor, Berliner Motor Corporation, were experiencing declining sales of existing small capacity single cylinder models, and sought to create a bike to compete with Harley-Davidson. Berliner Motor was keen to have a model that could win lucrative police motorcycle supply contracts, and that could also sell as a civilian touring bike.

Ducati Performance
Initially it was putting out 100 bhp @ 7000 rpm, and could exceed 120 mph (190 km/h). The Harley of the time made 55 bhp. The first test rider Franco Farne came back from his first ride, and said it “handles like a truck.” Farne normally rode small racers. It soon became evident that even specially made tyres were not up to the power of the engine. A tyre disintegrated at speed on the Autostrada, and the test rider rated his survival “a miracle”. The engine was detuned to give 80 bhp. Tyres continued to disintegrate. The engine was brought down to 65 bhp, and the survival rate of the tyres became acceptable. This was late 1963. (In 1958 Moto Guzzi had used a 20 inch rear tyre on the Grand Prix 500 cc V8, and they had worn rapidly with 78 bhp.)

In March 1964 a gold painted prototype was handed over in a formal ceremony.
The reduction in power meant that the Apollo could now be outperformed by the British and BMW twins, which restricted the anticipated market to police forces. Berliner was printing advertising, demonstrating the prototype to Police Chiefs, and genuinely preparing to market the Apollo.

Berliner specification sheet
This is from a promotional flyer distributed by Berliner Motor Corporation,[8] which also included a front three quarter black and white view of the gold bike. The US$1,500 selling price would be US$10229 in 2008.wikipedia.

Vintage bike - Ducati

2010-07-25T12:31:00.000-07:00

Old ducati 350 Sebring, 65 TS and Cruiser, 125 Desmo Ducati
Ducati singles were single cylinder motorcycles, made by Ducati from 1950 to 1974. Chief Engineer Fabio Taglioni developed a desmodromic valve system in these years, a system that opens and closes the valves using the camshaft, without the need for valve springs. This valve system has become a trademark feature of Ducati motorcycles.
Ducati Cucciolo
During World War II, Ducati developed a small engine mounted on a bicycle, called the Cucciolo ("little puppy") and in 1950 began producing its own complete 98-pound motorcycle with the same name.

Ducati 65 TS and Cruiser
The market was moving though, towards bigger motorcycles and Ducati's IRI management felt diversification was the only answer. Ducati made an impression at the early 1952 Milan Show, introducing the Ducati 65 TS cycle and the Cruiser, the world's first four-stroke scooter. Despite being described as the most interesting new machine at the 1952 show, the Cruiser was not a great success. A couple of thousand were made over a two year period before being withdrawn from production.
By 1954, Ducati Meccanica SpA was producing 120 bikes a day, but cheap cars were entering the markets, and sales for many motorcycle manufacturers would decline.

OHC 98 cc Gran Sport
Ducati's single overhead-cam 98 cc Gran Sport, designed by Taglioni, became the blueprint for all future Ducati singles. It had an air-cooled cylinder inclined forward 10 degrees from vertical, gear primary drive, wet-sump lubrication, battery ignition and camshaft drive by vertical shaft and bevel gears. This bike came to dominate its class in Italian racing. In 1956 there was a dohc 125 cc version of the Gran Sport.

125 Desmo Ducati
The high rpm's needed to produce competitive power in a small engine generated valve float, which Taglioni believed could be overcome with a desmodromic cylinder head. The 125 Grand Prix could produce 16 hp at 11,500 rpm, its true rev limit, while the Desmo could crank out 19 hp at 12,500 rpm and could “safely” (bottom end permitting) rev further to 15,000. Big-end life was short at these sorts of revs and new crankshaft bearings were put in for every race.

Ducati Diana Mark 3 Super Sport
This machine first appeared in 1962 in Europe where it was named the 'Mach 1'. It was derived from the production 250s but was considerably tuned and had 5 gears instead of the 4 of its predecessors. Several European magazines tested it and were able to exceed 100mph, making it by far the fastest production 250 on the market. It was later introduced to the American market where, under the name of Diana Mark 3 Super Sport, it proved again to be the fastest 250 street bike in the world that year.

1965 Ducati 350 Sebring
In 1965, the first new concept bike arrived. The 350 Sebring was the largest Ducati of the day. Typically, Ducati built a racing 350 first. The 350 class was not common in the United States, so when Ducati team rider Franco Farne went to America to race at Sebring race, he had to race in an event catering to 251-700 cc machines.

Ducati the Bikes

2010-07-25T12:19:00.000-07:00

Ducati is best known for high performance motorcycles characterized by large capacity four-stroke, L-twin (90° twin-cylinder)engines featuring a desmodromic valve design. Modern Ducatis remain among the dominant performance motorcycles available today partly because of the desmodromic valve design, which is nearing its 50th year of use. Desmodromic valves are closed with a separate, dedicated cam lobe and lifter instead of the conventional valve springs used in most internal combustion engines in consumer vehicles. This allows the cams to have a more radical profile, thus opening and closing the valves more quickly without the risk of valve-float, which causes a loss of power, that is likely when using a "passive" closing mechanism under the same conditions.

While most other manufacturers utilize wet clutches (with the spinning parts bathed in oil) Ducati uses multiplate dry clutches in many of their current motorcycles. The dry clutch eliminates the power loss from oil viscosity drag on the engine even though the engagement may not be as smooth as the oil bath versions, and the clutch plates can wear more rapidly.

Ducati also extensively uses the Trellis Steel Frame configuration, although Ducati's MotoGP project broke with this tradition by introducing a revolutionary carbon fibre frame for the Ducati Desmosedici GP9.

Ducati

2010-07-25T12:07:00.000-07:00

Vintage to New motorcycle
Ducati is Italian motorcycle manufacturer, located in Bologna. Ducati has achieved prominence in the motorcycle industry, success in motorcycle racing, and is known for its marriage of style with performance.
short story
In 1926, three brothers, Adriano, Marcello and Bruno Ducati, founded Societa Scientifica Radio Brevetti Ducati in Bologna to produce vacuum tubes, condensers and other radio components, becoming successful enough by 1935 to construct a new factory in the Borgo Panigale area of the city. Production was maintained during World War II, despite the Ducati factory being a repeated target for Allied bombing.

Meanwhile, at the small Turinese firm SIATA (Societa Italiana per Applicazioni Tecniche Auto-Aviatorie), Aldo Farinelli began developing a small pushrod engine for mounting on bicycles. Barely a month after the official liberation of Italy in 1944, SIATA announced its intention to sell this engine, called the "Cucciolo" (Italian for "puppy," in reference to the distinctive exhaust sound) to the public. The first Cucciolos were available alone, to be mounted on standard bicycles, by the buyer; however, businessmen soon bought the little engines in quantity, and offered complete motorized-bicycle units for sale.

In 1950, after more than 200,000 Cucciolos had been sold, in collaboration with SIATA, the Ducati firm finally offered its own Cucciolo-based motorcycle. This first Ducati motorcycle was a 60 cc bike weighing 98 lb (44 kg) with a top speed of 40 mph (64 km/h) had a 15 mm carburetor giving just under 200 mpg (85 km/L). Ducati soon dropped the Cucciolo name in favor of "55M" and "65TL".

When the market moved toward larger motorcycles, Ducati management decided to respond, making an impression at an early-1952 Milan show, introducing their 65TS cycle and Cruiser (a four-stroke motor scooter). Despite being described as the most interesting new machine at the 1952 show, the Cruiser was not a great success, and only a few thousand were made over a two-year period before the model ceased production.

In 1953, management split the company into two separate entities, Ducati Meccanica SpA and Ducati Elettronica, in acknowledgment of its diverging motorcycle and electronics product lines. Ducati Elettronica became Ducati Energia SpA in the eighties. Dr. Giuseppe Montano took over as head of Ducati Meccanica SpA and the Borgo Panigale factory was modernized with government assistance. By 1954, Ducati Meccanica SpA had increased production to 120 bikes a day.

In the 1960s, Ducati earned its place in motorcycling history by producing the then fastest 250 cc road bike available, the Mach 1.[7][8][9] In the 1970s Ducati began producing large-displacement L-twin (i.e. a 90° V-twin) motorcycles and in 1973, released an L-twin with the trademarked desmodromic valve design. In 1985, Cagiva bought Ducati and planned to rebadge Ducati motorcycles with the lesser-known Cagiva name (at least outside of Italy). By the time the purchase was completed, Cagiva kept the "Ducati" name on its motorcycles. In 1996, Texas Pacific Group bought a 51% stake in the company for US$325 million; then, in 1998, bought most of the remaining 49% to become the sole owner of Ducati. In 1999, TPG issued an IPO of Ducati stock and renamed the company Ducati Motor Holding SpA. TPG sold over 65% of its shares in Ducati, leaving TPG the majority shareholder. In December 2005, Ducati returned to Italian ownership with the sale of Texas Pacific's stake (minus one share) to Investindustrial Holdings, the investment fund of Carlo and Andrea Bonomi.

From the 1960s to the 1990s, the Spanish company MotoTrans licensed Ducati engines and produced motorcycles that, although they incorporated subtle differences, were clearly Ducati-derived. MotoTrans's most notable machine was the 250 cc 24 Horas (Spanish for 24 hours).

Triumph The Tiger 1050cc

2008-07-24T12:13:00.000-07:00

Tiger 1050cc Triumph:
Colours Jet Black, Caspian Blue, Blazing Orange & Fusion White.
Specs Triumph Tiger :
Engine
Type : Liquid-cooled, DOHC, in-line 3-cylinder. Capacity 1050cc. Bore/Stroke :79 x 71.4mm . Compression Ratio12.0:1. Fuel System : Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection
Maximum Power: 114bhp at 9,400 rpm. Maximum Torque: 74ft.lbf at 6,250 rpm .
Transmission:
Final DriveX ring chain. Clutch :Wet, multi-plate. Gearbox: 6-speed Cycle Parts
Frame:
Aluminum beam perimeter.
Swingarm: Braced, twin-sided, aluminum alloy. Front Wheel: Cast, multi spoke, 17 x 3.5in.

Rear Wheel: Cast, multi spoke, 17 x 5.5in

Front Tyre120/70 ZR 17. & Rear Tyre:180/55 ZR 17.

Front Suspension: 43mm upside down forks with adjustable preload, rebound and compression damping. Rear Suspension: Monoshock with adjustable preload and rebound damping. Front Brakes : Twin 320mm floating discs, 4 piston radial calipers. Rear Brakes : Single 255mm disc, 2 piston caliper.
Dimensions
Length: 83.1in Width: (Handlebars)33.1in . Height: 52.0in Seat Height32.8in. Wheel : base59.4in Rake/Trail23.2 degree/87.7mm . Weight (Dry): 436lbs. Fuel Tank Capacity: 5.2 gal Performance (Measured at crankshaft to DIN 70020)

TRIUMPH Tiger

2008-07-24T11:51:00.000-07:00

The TRIUMPH Tiger, with its mile-munching ability and sheer dependability, has won a legion of fans the world over. It lives in a genuinely different space to other bikes in its class, excelling in three distinct areas – it scratches; it tours and it commutes. While its sharp lines and performance spec make the Triumph Tiger sporting credentials clear from a glance, its stunning looks hide a practical streak. Two-up, you’ve got a bike that comfortably devours miles of tarmac thanks to the relaxed riding position, spacious seat, supple suspension and tractable torquey engine. Back in the city the commanding view really comes into its own, while the wide bars make tight manoeuvres child’s play.
TRIUMPH Tiger engine delivers power and ear to ear grins. Nothing sounds like a triple so there’s no confusing a Tiger with the whine of an anonymous four. The amazing 1050cc, fuel-injected, three cylinder engine, known for its addictive character, has plenty of torque and impressive amounts of horsepower, with ample reserves of both for those two-up fully laden tours. Peak power of 114bhp is delivered at 9400rpm, with 74ft. lbf torque at 6250rpm. An ABS version of the Triumph Tiger is also available.

Triumph Speedmaster

2008-05-04T10:50:00.001-07:00

New Triumph Speedmaster With its dark, brooding lines and a pared-down hot-rod essence, the Speedmaster is a standout middleweight cruiser from every angle. Punchy 865cc engine, mean looks and souped-up chassis, the Triumph Speedmaster is the very essence of an old-school street-rod, packing performance and style into one very individual motorcycle.

Specs and features the Triumph Speedmaster :

Engine : At the heart of the Speedmaster lies an 865cc, air-cooled, DOHC, parallel twin engine with a 270º firing interval. Peak power of 61bhp arrives at 6800rpm, with maximum torque of 55ft.lbf available at just 3300rpm.

Brakes : Twin 310mm front discs – gripped by twin-piston calipers lets you haul the Speedmaster up as hard as you want.

Fuelling : Twin carburetors with throttle position sensor and electric carburetor heaters

Handlebars : Flat drag bars with high risers deliver a more aggressive riding position.

Seat The Speedmaster gunslinger seat supports the rider ready to launch at the horizon.

specs This Triumph motorcycle:

Engine

TypeAir-cooled, DOHC, parallel-twin, 270 degree firing interval

Capacity 865cc

Bore/Stroke 90 x 68mm Compression Ratio 9.2:1

Fuel System This Triumph motorcycle with : Twin carburetors with throttle position sensor and electric carburetor heaters.

Transmission

Final DriveX: ring chain

Clutch: Wet, multi-plate

Gearbox: 5-speed

Triumph Scrambler

2008-05-04T10:13:00.000-07:00

New Modern Classics motorbike : Triumph Scrambler represents a fresh take on the iconic bikes from Triumph’s past. Combining inspiration from the relaxed culture and laid back attitude of sunny California with the chic approach of Southern Europeans, the Triumph Scrambler redefines the off-road machines made famous by 60’s thrill seekers such as Steve McQueen and places many elements of their robust, dual purpose style into a contemporary urban context. The authentic styling of the Scrambler is what makes the motorcycle so unique, yet the technology is as modern as it can be.

Specs and feature Triumph Scrambler

Engine : The Scrambler’s air-cooled, parallel twin cylinder engine offers a cubic capacity of 865cc for excellent midrange torque. Both pistons rise and fall together via a 360° crankshaft firing interval so the classic character of a British twin-cylinder engine is retained, whilst twin balancer shafts provide civility and refinement. 90% of peak torque is maintained from around 2500rpm through to redline providing smooth, effortless acceleration throughout the five gears.

Triumph Scrambler Fueling : in carburetors with throttle position sensor and electric carburetor heaters.

Chassis : with a strong tubular steel cradle frame and supple front and rear suspension (41mm telescopic forks and twin chromed spring preload-adjustable rear shocks) the Scrambler is built tough, to iron out the bumps. Its high, wide handlebars and high-set footpegs further aid control and low-speed manoeuvrability. Steering geometry is set at 27.8° of rake, with 105mm of trail and a wheelbase of 1500mm. Twin piston calipers are used for both brakes, the front working a single 310mm disc, the rear a 255mm disc, for ample stopping power.

Exhaust System : The high-level chromed stainless exhaust pipes, retro styled silencers and evocative heat shields are all key to the Scrambler’s unique look.

Fuel Tank Triumph Scrambler color : features a dual colored tank, with hand painted coach lines, rubber knee pads and retro styled, chromed tank badges.
Triumph Scrambler color : Tornado Red/Fusion White, Roulette Green/Aluminum Silver, Tangerine/Aluminum Silver

Wheels : The spoked wheels are sized 19 x 2.5in (front) and 17 x 3.5in (rear), both wearing lightly-knobbled tires in sizes 100/90-19 and 130/80-17.

Triumph Scrambler Specs :

Engine

Type Air-cooled, DOHC, parallel-twin, 270° firing interval

Capacity: 865cc

Bore/Stroke : 90 x 68mm Compression Ratio9.2:1

Fuel System: Twin carburetors with throttle position sensor and electric carburetor heaters

Transmission:

Final DriveX ring chain

Clutch : Wet, multi-plate

Gearbox : 5-speed

Triumph ROCKET III TOURING

2008-05-02T12:51:00.000-07:00

Triumph touring motorcycle:

Triumph ROCKET III TOURING:

Authentic custom-touring style with all new frame, wheels, tank, lights, bars and footboards. Suspension tuned for touring provides sumptuous ride quality. Low seat and centre of gravity makes for easy handling. Full size quick release screen, huge 36 litre panniers, and clean as a whistle shaft drive help you arrive relaxed yet ready to go.

The Rocket III Touring shares the same engine platform as the Rocket III. Its increased torque at low speeds means that even two-up and fully laden it will accelerate effortlessly for easy overtaking. The engine management system uses sensors to determine the correct fuelling and ignition and tailors the torque curve for each gear ratio.

Triumph Hard Bags : The color-matched, hard bags come as standard and are lockable using the ignition key. They are quick to detach via two quarter-turn fasteners. They have been designed to be free-standing and are fully sealed.

Triumph Instruments : Speedometer and integrated analogue fuel gauge is mounted on top of the fuel tank. The digital display shows a clock, trip and fuel range functions via a button on the handlebars.A quick release screen comes as standard with great care paid to the details: The polished stainless steel mechanism and unique spring-loaded mounting bobbins lock the screen solidly in place, while lower air deflectors work with the main ‘blade’ of the screen to deflect turbulence.

Seat Triumph ROCKET III TOURING: The seat has the generous proportion of being 18” wide. The three layer construction with taped seams ensures that water is kept out!tterflies

Triumph Rocket III Classic

2008-05-02T12:38:00.000-07:00

new Triumph Rocket III Classic Motorcycle:

The Rocket III Classic , is a real cruising motorcycle with a firm focus on rider and pillion comfort. It’s aimed squarely at those who prefer a more laid back approach to motorcycling and features a relaxed riding position with forward set footboards, pull-back handlebars and a supremely comfortable, stitched touring seat as standard. The 2.3 liter three-cylinder engine offers incredible levels of flexibility, for effortless riding whether two-up, fully loaded with luggage or solo, while the sophisticated fuel injection feeds in power seamlessly, with controlled acceleration on tap at the twist of a throttle.

Triumph offer an enormous range of genuine accessories for the Rocket III including the new patented adjustable rider backrest.

2.3 liter, in-line, water cooled, triple cylinder engine means that even two-up the Rocket III accelerates incredibly hard without obvious effort.

specs Triumph Rocket III Classic

Engine

EngineType : Liquid-cooled, DOHC, in-line 3-cylinder

Capacity 2294cc

Bore/Stroke 101.6 x 94.3mm Compression Ratio 8.7:1

Fuel System Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection

Transmission:

Final Drive : Shaft

Clutch : Wet, multi-plate

Gearbox: 5-speed

Triumph Rocket III

2008-05-02T12:28:00.000-07:00

New Triumph Rocket III has defined a unique niche in the clone-like performance cruiser market where it sits in a class of its own thanks to its striking looks, stunning performance and incredible specification. At 2294cc it’s the world’s largest capacity production motorcycle. But, despite the impressive capacity of this amazing machine, it was designed first and foremost to be ridden. A good turning circle, seamless fuel injection and a low center of gravity combine to make manoeuvring at low speed surprisingly easy.

The Triumph offer an enormous range of genuine accessories for the Rocket III including the new patented adjustable rider backrest.

Specs and features Triumph Rocket III :

With Engine incredible 2.3 liter, in-line, water cooled, triple cylinder engine means that even two-up the Rocket III accelerates incredibly hard without obvious effort.

But despite its size, the engine is incredibly smooth as the balance, input and rear drive shaft contra-rotate against the crankshaft, which makes for minimal torque reaction.

Brakes The Rocket III’s front brakes - twin four-piston calipers mated with 320mm floating discs – are built to sports bike specification and provide awesome stopping power. The rear brake, developed especially by Brembo, is a single twin piston caliper and 316mm disc.

Fueling : Twin butterfly valves for each throttle body are used to give precise control over the engine and this set-up allows the ECU to vary the mixture flow and ignition map dependent on gear selected and road speed.

Suspension Triumph Rocket III’s chassis is something quite special and centrers on a large tubular steel twin-spine frame, which houses the motor, while 43mm upside down forks and spring preload adjustable twin rear shocks, built specifically for the Rocket III, add control, composure and supple compliance.

Specifications :

Engine :

Type Liquid-cooled, DOHC, in-line 3-cylinder

Capacity 2294cc

Bore/Stroke 101.6 x 94.3mm Compression Ratio 8.7:1

Fuel System Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection

Transmission:

Final Drive : Shaft

Clutch : Wet, multi-plate

Gearbox: 5-speed

Triumph DAYTONA 675 SE

2008-04-29T16:46:00.000-07:00

Triumph DAYTONA 675 Special Edition

The Triumph is offering a Special Edition version of the awesome Daytona 675. This model features a sultry Phantom Black paint scheme offset stunningly by gold finished wheels and gold colored decals. Completing the picture for a sleek overall look are black engine covers.

features and specs Triumph DAYTONA 675 SE:

Bodywork: Gold decals add a sophisticated touch to the Phantom Black paintwork.

Black engine covers enhance the sleek overall look of the Daytona 675 SE.

Steering Nut: A gold-colored steering stem nut adds a subtle yet complimentary touch.

Specs :

Engine: Type Liquid-cooled, DOHC, in-line 3-cylinder

Capacity 1050cc

Bore/Stroke79 x 71.4mm Compression Ratio 12.0:1

Fuel System Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection

Transmission : Final DriveX ring chain

Clutch: Wet, multi-plate

Gearbox 6-speed

Triumph Daytona 675cc

2008-04-29T16:35:00.001-07:00

As the first three-cylinder super sports middleweight, the Daytona 675 by Triumph is a force to be reckoned with in the most hotly contested arena in motorcycling. The Triumph Daytona 675 has won countless comparison tests and for the past two years has taken both the MasterBike and Supertest ‘King of the Supersport’ crowns. With its exciting, powerful engine and intuitive, razor sharp chassis the Daytona 675 has reinvented the supersports middleweight map. The Daytona IS incomparable.

Specs and features Triumph Daytona 675cc:

Engine: The 675cc, water-cooled, three cylinder, 12-valve power unit is extremely compact, featuring a Keihin fuel injection system and a stacked six-speed close ratio gearbox. Peak power of 123bhp is delivered at 12500rpm, with 53ft.lbf torque at 11750rpm. While the Daytona 675’s engine is refined, the triple’s innate character remains with typical Triumph toughness engineered all the way through.

Suspension: The Daytona 675’s suspension consists of top quality, fully adjustable Kayaba 41mm upside down forks and a fully adjustable piggyback reservoir rear shock. This track-bred suspension gives razor sharp handling and can be tuned by the rider to suit their own style. The Daytona 675 turns at the speed of thought, is glued to the road and stunningly agile.

Instrument: Triumph Daytona 675's digital instrument console has all the usual trip functions as well as displaying average fuel economy. Also featured is a sophisticated lap timer – useful for comparing successive lap times on a circuit as well as average and maximum speed for each lap.

frame : Triumph Daytona 675 aluminum frame is fabricated with open-back cast spars which wrap over the top of the motor, accentuating the benefits of the narrow three-cylinder design. The lightest frame in its class, it weighs in at a mere 19.18lb... The new Motorcycle or motorbike Triumph Daytona 675.

Triumph Speed Triple

2008-04-29T16:18:00.000-07:00

The new SPORTS motorbike the "Speed Triple" by Triumph, with its mix of a monstrously powerful three-cylinder engine, top quality chassis and an aggressive, stripped down stance, enters its fourteenth year as part of Triumph’s motorcycle Urban Sports range. This year it brings with it a host of styling refinements including, a redesigned radiator, brand new rear sub-frame, new LED rear light, Brembo radial front calipers, black anodized front forks and new tapered anodized aluminum handlebars. Harder than ever, the Triumph Speed Triple motorcycle retains its status as the definitive factory streetfighter.

Specs and features:

Engine : The Triumph Speed Triple: with 1050cc, three cylinder engine, with its unmistakable character and sound, pumps out a great surge of bottom-end torque, massive mid-range punch and an impressive level of overall power. Peak power is 131bhp at 9250rpm while peak torque of 77ft.lbf arrives at 7550rpm. Triumph’s Keihin ECU offers sophisticated mapping for quicker starting, cleaner running and fuel economic engine.

Wheels: Multi-spoke alloy wheels add to the Speed Triple's streetfighter attitude.

Suspension : The fully adjustable 43mm upside down forks and rear monoshock add superb levels of quality and control, while the new black anodized finished to the front forks amplify the Speed Triple’s rebellious look.

Brakes : High-spec, twin Brembo radial front caliper four pad, four piston units, with a radial master cylinder, supply outstanding braking. performance.

Rear End: The Speed Triple’s rear-end has sharp, minimalist styling and features a new rear sub-frame, polished stainless steel heat shields and repositioned ball burnished aluminum rear foot rests to give the passenger rider more leg room. It also sports a new, clear-lens LED rear light.

Handlebars : Magura tapered, anodized aluminum handlebars are a sharp addition to the Street Triple’s minimalist styling.

Specs Triumph Speed Triple:

Engine: Type Liquid-cooled, DOHC, in-line 3-cylinder

Capacity 1050cc

Bore/Stroke79 x 71.4mm Compression Ratio 12.0:1

Fuel System Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection

Transmission :

Final DriveX: ring chain

Clutch : Wet, multi-plate

Gearbox : 6-speed

Triumph Bonneville T100

2008-04-29T16:01:00.000-07:00

the new Triumph motorcycle MODERN CLASSICS style:

Adding subtle touches to the uncluttered Triumph Bonneville form, the T100 wears a little extra to mark its connection with the classic ‘deluxe’ speedster of the sixties. The tank with hand painted coach lines and chromed engine covers are just a couple of features that add to the T100’s overall elegant presence. It gracefully tackles traffic and finds jaunts to the countryside irresistible, while remaining the very epitome of sophistication and style.

Specs and feature Triumph Bonneville T100

Engine : The T100’s full-blooded and responsive 865cc parallel twin-cylinder engine delivers throaty acceleration, amplified by the mellow backbeat from its twin peashooter exhaust pipes. Maximum power of 67bhp arrives at 7500rpm, with peak torque of 51ft.lbf delivered at 5800rpm.

Exhaust System : A pair of chromed stainless peashooter-style pipes handle the exhaust gases and enhance the traditional appearance of the bike.

Brakes : The braking set-up of single front 310mm disc and 255mm rear, both worked on by powerful twin-piston calipers offers sensitivity, control and ample stopping power.

Fueling : Twin carburetors with throttle position sensor and electric carburetor heaters.

new classics style Triumph motorbike the Bonneville T100

Triumph Bonneville

2008-04-29T15:50:00.000-07:00

New and A true roadster, the Bonneville by Triumph, matches classic British style motorcycle to 21st century technology. This pairing of authenticity with modernity has led the Bonneville to become an icon in its own right with several famous designers creating their own signature tank designs. A cool way to cover the urban landscape; the Bonneville is agile in jammed streets and at home blatting down a leafy country lane. It has a pedigree few models can match plus a tangible credibility within today’s motorcycling world.

Also available is the subtle Triumph Bonneville Black, a Jet Black Bonneville complemented by a black engine finish.

Triumph Bonneville specs :

Engine Type Air-cooled, DOHC, parallel-twin, 360 degree firing interval.

Capacity : 865cc

Bore/Stroke : 90 x 68mm Compression Ratio 9.2:1

Fuel System : Twin carburetors with throttle position sensor and electric carburetor heaters Transmission

Final Drive : X ring chain Clutch Wet, multi-plate

Gearbox 5-speed.

Triumph motorcycle

Enduro motorcycle

2008-04-22T01:01:00.000-07:00

Enduro motorcycle is a motorcycle specially made for the Enduro sport, with the long travel and medium-hard suspension of a motocross bike conjoined with features such as a headlight and quiet muffler to make the bike street-legal for parts of the track. The engine of an enduro bike is usually a single cylinder 2-stroke between 125cc and 300cc, or 4-stroke between 250 and 650cc.There can be an advantage to having an engine size smaller than 650cc in some Enduro events as it is nearly always lighter, which means it has easier handling for getting around trees, obstacles, etc. However, in some Enduro events, the larger bike sizes allow them to get up hills without going down a gear or even two.

Enduro Motocycles manufacturers are: Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha, Husqvarna, Maico, Bultaco, Montesa, and Hodaka.

Enduro racing

2008-04-22T00:53:00.000-07:00

Enduro is a form of off road motorcycle sport that primarily focuses on the endurance of the competitor. Enduro consists of many different obstacles and challenges. The main type of enduro event, and the format to which the world enduro championship is run, is a time-card enduro, whereby a number of stages are raced in a time trial against the clock.
There is a World Enduro Championship (WEC) that has events across Europe, with a few excursions to North America. The most significant event in the Enduro calendar is the International Six Day Enduro ISDE (formerly the ISDT), where countries enter teams of riders (i.e. Enduro's "World Cup"), as well as club teams - the event combines amateur sport with the professional level sport, it also takes place in a much more geographically dispersed range of locations.

Supermoto bikes

2008-04-22T00:46:00.000-07:00

In 1991 Italian manufacturer Gilera released the 'Nordwest' model, the first factory produced supermoto. Other European manufactures quickly followed suit, among them KTM, Husqvarna, Husaberg AB and CCM Motorcycles; all manufacturers whose emphasis were off-road models at the time. Prior to the 1990s, supermoto bikes, including the precursor motorcycles used in Superbikers, were converted open-class two-stroke motocross or enduro bikes desired for their lightweight and jumping abilities.

Models were developed for both track and road use. It took another 10 years, until the mid 2000s for Japanese manufacturers, such as Yamaha (2004), Honda (2005) and Suzuki (2005) to start introducing supermoto models in the European market.

Most of the supermoto bikes sold to the public are more domesticated models for road use rather than outright racing, for example the Suzuki DRZ400SM. Slower and heavier but rock solid dual-purpose motorcycles such as the Kawasaki KLR650 are good examples of this. In the spring of 2006, Italian bike manufacturer Ducati announced their entry in the class with the "Hypermotard" machine which has more in common with streetfighter-type motorcycles than realistically being considered a true supermoto bike capable of surviving jumps and crashes. KTM currently has available a 950 "V" twin that could be described as the ultimate road going Hypermoto, and a brand new (and well appreciated) the single cylinder KTM690SM. Aprilia also has two new (450 and 550) SXV v-twin track oriented supermotos for sale.

Supermoto Racing

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Supermoto is a racing category thatis a cross-over or evolution of motocross and road racing. The motorcycles are mainly motocross types with road-racing tyres. The racetrack is a mixture of road and dirt courses (in different proportions) and can take place either on closed circuits or in temporary venues (such as urban locations).
The riding style on the tarmac section is noticeably different from other forms of tarmac-based racing, with different line in corners, sliding of the back wheel around the corner, and using the leg straight out to corner (as opposed to the noticeable touching of the bent knee to the tarmac of road racers).
Races are commonly held on road racing or medium sized go-kart tracks with an off-road section in the infield. Most supermoto race tracks are typically configured with approximately 70% tarmac and 30% dirt with small jumps but a dirt section is not required. The motorcycles used are frequently custom-created combinations of off-road motorcycles and road-racing rims/tires. Riders also wear a combination of road race and offroad equipment, normally leathers and a motocross helmet and boots.

FIM International Motorcycling Federation

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FIM: International Motorcycling Federation (The Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme) is the governing body of motorcycle racing. It represents 90 national motorcycle federations that are divided into six regional continental unions.
There are five motorcycle-racing disciplines that FIM covers, encompassing 34 world championships and prizes: road racing, motocross, trials, enduro, and track racing (combining grasstrack and speedway). FIM is also involved in many non-racing activities that promote the sport, its safety, and support relevant public policy.

The FIM was born from the Fédération Internationale des Clubs Motocyclistes (FICM), which itself was founded in Paris, France, on December 21, 1904. The British Auto-Cycle Union (ACU) was one of the founding members. In 1906, the FICM was dissolved, but reborn in 1912 with the headquarters now located in England. The Six Days Reliabilty Trial was held the next year, the first international event held by the new incarnation.
The name was changed to the Fédération Internationale Motocycliste (FIM) in 1949, the same year that also saw the first race of the famed Road Racing World Championship Grand Prix. The headquarters were transferred to Geneva, Switzerland in 1959.

In 1994 saw the headquarters relocated once again, this time to Mies, Switzerland, and occupy its own building for the first time, shaped like a stylized motorcycle. The name was changed again in 1998 to the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme at the congress in Cape Town, South Africa. The same year, the FIM was given provisional status of recognition by the International Olympic Committee.

SuperCross

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Supercross (SX) is simply indoor motocross, noted it is in doors Supercross is also more technical and rhythm like to riders. Typically situated in a variety of stadiums and open or closed arenas, it is notable for its numerous jumps. Supercross the racing sport involving racing specialized high performance off-road motorcycles on an artificially made dirt tracks consisting of steep jumps and obstacles In North America this has been turned into an extremely popular spectator sport, regally filling large baseball stadiums, leading to Motocross being now termed the "outdoors". However, in Europe it is less popular, as the predominate focus there is on Motocross.
Supercross is not the same as the even newer sport of "Arenacross," which consists essentially of Supercross-style courses that are downsized even further and placed into smaller venues such as ice hockey and basketball stadiums. The popularity of Arenacross is growing however, since smaller cities that do not have large football and baseball stadiums can host Arenacross races. Arenacross held its first open in 2006 which got high attenda

Supercross World Championship Winners

(formerly 250cc)

2007 James Stewart Jr.

2006 James Stewart Jr.

2005 Ricky Carmichael

2004 Heath Voss

2003 Chad Reed.

Motocross Racing

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The world Racing is dominated by two main Motocross series; the FIM's Grand Prix, the World Championship series and the AMA's American National Championship.
AMA Motocross Championship (outdoor series) season begins in early May and continues until mid-September, and consists of 12 rounds at 12 major tracks all over the continental United States. There are two classes; "Motocross" and "Motocross Lites". Each round has two motos of 30 minute-plus-two-laps, per class, held approximately two hours apart.

The Grand Prix ( Motocross World Championship) is predominantly held in Europe with some "flyaway" rounds, recently in South Africa and Japan, but over its history it has visited numerous countries including; Indonesia, Australia and countries on both American continents. There are two classes; MX1 and MX2 (analogous to "Motocross" and "Motocross Lites" respectively). Race duration is slightly longer at 35 minutes plus two laps, while the series is longer, generally incorporating over 16 rounds.

The annual Motocross des Nations (generally left untranslated from French, but more recently referred to as Motocross of Nations) is usually held at the end of the year when National and World Championship series have ended. The format involves teams of three riders representing their nations. Each rider competes in a different class (MX1, MX2 and "Open"). There are three motos with two classes competing per moto. The location of the event changes from year to year. The United States, Belgium and Great Britain have had the greatest success. France has had a very successful year in the last Motocross of nations.

Motocross (MX) Racing

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Motocross MX or MotoX, The name "motocross" is a portmanteau derived from the words "Motorcycle" and "Cross Country". Motocross is distinct from other forms of motorsport in having a mass start, where all the riders line up alongside each other, starting simultaneously and racing the race distance.

The first rider across the finish is the winner of that "moto"; the number of motos may vary and points are added up to determine the final winner.
Motos vary in duration, measured in time elapsed plus one or two laps, or alternatively a fixed number of laps. Top level racing tends to have long races (e.g. 30 minutes plus 2 laps) while at the other end of the spectrum, amateur races can be as short as 5 minutes. When the designated time duration of the race is complete, a finish line flagger signals via a board or flag to the racers that there are one or two laps left, and the race is finished by a checkered flag.
Motocross tracks are often quite large (a mile or more) and incorporate natural terrain features with varying amounts of man-made jumps and other features. It is not unheard of for a Motocross track to be made up entirely of hills and turns with a few jumps. In contrast, Supercross is an entirely man-made track, comprised almost exclusively of a wide array of jumps, and is typically held in an large stadium or arena. Due to the size of outdoor tracks, motocross races typically include 40 racers, while supercross races usually have about 20 in the main events.
Contrasting with motocross are the off-road racing events of Enduro, Hare and Hounds, Hare Scrambles, et cetera. In these events there are a pre-determined number of laps or long distance loops to complete within a maximum time limit. These events, unlike Motocross, race on courses that are largely comprised of natural terrain. The Baja 1000 is an example of one of these types of events.

The Supersport racing

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Motorcycle racing : The Supersport World Championship is a top level motorcycle racing competition based on recent or current production motorcycles that are available to the public. The Championship is organized and promoted by FGSport and is sanctioned by the FIM.As of 1999 the Supersport World Championship is a a support class to the Superbike World Championship. Supersport racing has also been one of the most popular classes of national racing for many years.

To be eligible for Supersport World Championship, a motorcycle must have a four-stroke engine of between 400 and 600cc for four-cylinder machines, and between 600 and 750cc for twins, and must satisfy the FIM homologation requirements.A Supersport World Championship race takes place at every Superbike World Championship round. Starting positions are decided by the riders’ fastest laps from two 45-minute qualifying sessions. Each race is approximately 100km long.

The Supersport World Champions :

2004 Karl Muggeridge Honda

2005 Sébastien Charpentier Honda

2006 Sébastien Charpentier Honda

2007 Kenan Sofuoğlu Honda ( motorcycle Honda CBR600RR (PC40)

China Superbike Championship

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China Superbike Championship (CSBK) is a motorcycle racing championship organized in China by China Motorcycle Sports Association and promoted by Zhuhai International Circuit. It was first established in 2007.There are four championship rounds in 2007. Two at Zhuhai International Circuit, one at Beijing Golden Port Circuit and one at Shanghai's Tianma Circuit. China Superbike Championship (CSBK) : Classes 600cc Supersports 150cc Open GP125cc .

China Superbike Championship (CSBK) 2008 schedule:
29th - 30th March: Zhuhai International Circuit
19th - 20th April: Shanghai Tianma CircuiT
25th - 26th August: Beijing Golden Port Circuit
11th - 12th Oct: Zhuhai International Circuit

MJF Superbike (All Japan Road Race Championship)

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All Japan Road Race Championship is the premiere motorcycle road racing championship in Japan (or MJF Superbike). It is run by the Motorcycle Federation of Japan (MFJ) - the Japaneses affiliate of the FIM.
MFJ was formed in 1961 and held its first motorcycle road race in 1967.
The Championship's premiere class for a number of years had been GP500 but it was replaced by a superbike class in 1994.During the 2002 season the championship was used by some manufacturers to test their MotoGP prototypes. The prototypes usually won the races but were not eligible for points. The series now runs a small 7 round schedule but has a large field of Japanese riders and bikes.

AMA Superbike racing

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AMA Superbike is the premiere superbike racing series in the US. It is part of the AMA Pro Racing series, and it is managed by the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA). AMA Superbike Championship was created in 1976 to provide playing field for professional racing teams and a means for motorcycle manufacturers to showcase their sport-performance, production based models. The series allows more engine modifications than most Superbike championships. The roots of AMA Superbike are said to have started when the AMA first organized road racing in the United States in 1934. The 4 manufacturers motorcycles participating in AMA Superbike are: Suzuki, Honda, Kawasaki and Yamaha.

British Superbike Championship

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The British Superbike Championship (or BSB) is the leading road racing superbike championship in the United Kingdom (UK).
The championship is managed and organised by MCRCB-Events. The commercial and television rights have been delegated to MotorSport Vision. The Series and Race Director is Stuart Higgs. Event marshals are provided by the Racesafe Marshals Association.
Two annual championships are awarded, one for riders and one for manufacturers. A "Cup" class exists for riders running in privately owned teams; past champions of this include Shane Byrne in 2001, and James Ellison in 2004.
Motorcycle : Ducati, Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki and Suzuki all participate in the championship. Most teams used to race using Dunlop tyres, although Pirelli and Michelin also featured. From 2008, the championship followed the Superbike World Championship in appointing a single control tyre supplier. Pirelli will be the championship's tyre supplier until 2010.

Superbike Racing series

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The National Superbike series vary greatly in challenge and popularity, the most popular being in Britain and North America. Both Japan and Australia have well supported national superbikes series, though they only run for short, 10-race seasons.

British Superbike championship (BSB) is the leading motorcycle racing championship in the United Kingdom. It is managed and organised by MCRCB-Events. The commercial and television rights have been delegated to MotorSport Vision. Ducati, Kawasaki, Suzuki and Yamaha all have well supported teams, while Honda has the only HRC supported superbike team outside of Japan.
AMA Superbike is the premiere superbike racing series in the United States. It is part of the AMA Pro Racing series, and it is managed by the AMA. Starting in 1976 it is the longest running superbike championship. The series allows more engine modifications than most Superbike championships.
The All Japan Road Race Championship, also known as MFJ Superbike is the premiere motorcycle road racing championship in Japan and is run by MFJ. The championship started in 1967 and has been running a superbike class since 1994. The series runs a small 7 round schedule but has a large field of Japanese riders and bikes.
The Parts Canada Superbike Championship is the Canadian national Superbike series. The series runs from May to September and consists of six to eight rounds per season. Riders from the Canadian series often compete in AMA Superbike during the Canadian off-season.
Other Superbike Racing series: Australian Superbike Championship (Australian national championship), Championnat de France Superbike (French national championship), China Superbike Championship (Chinese national championship), CEV (Spanish national championship), CIV Superbike (Italian national championship), IDM Superbike (German national championship).

Superbike motorcycles

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The Superbike racing motorcycles must have four-stroke engines of between 850cc and 1200cc for twins, and between 750cc and 1000cc for four cylinder machines. The Superbike racing motorcycles are derived from standard production models, so for a bike to be eligible, the manufacturer must first homologate the model and manufacture the required number of roadgoing machines. While rules vary from series to series, in general the motorcycles must maintain the same profile as their roadgoing counterparts, with the same overall appearance as seen from the front, rear and sides.

In addition, the frame cannot be modified. Teams may modify some elements of the bike, including the suspensions, brakes, swingarm, and the diameter and size of the wheels.The restriction to production models distinguishes Superbike racing from MotoGP racing, which uses prototype machines that bear little resemblance to production machines. This is somewhat similar to the distinction in car racing between touring cars and Formula One cars, though the performance gap between Superbike and MotoGP racing is much smaller.

Superbike racing (SBK)

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Superbike racing is a category of motorcycle racing that employs modified production motorcycles. Superbike World Championship is the international superbike championship, and national superbike championships are held in many countries as well, including the United Kingdom, the United States, Japan, and Canada.

Superbike World Championship (also known as SBK) is the premier international superbike Championship. the championship was founded in 1988. Its regulated by the FIM and managed and promoted by FGSport.
Once regarded by the public as the poor cousin to the more glamorous MotoGP championship, Superbike World Championship has grown over the years into one of the top professional road racing series in the world. Many of the rider that competed in SBK over the years are household names among motorcycle racing fans. The most successful rider SBK history is England’s Carl Fogarty, who won the championship four times (1994-95, 1998-99). Ducati has been the most successful manufacturer in the series over the years, with the Italian manufacturer winning 14 times. Honda has won it 4 times, with Suzuki claiming one championship. Australia's Troy Bayliss won the 2006 title riding for Xerox Ducati and James Toseland, from the UK, was the winner of the 2007 championship riding for Hannspree Ten Kate Honda.

Superbike racing

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The Superbike racing is a category of motorcycle road racing that employs modified production motorcycles. Superbike racing motorcycles must have four stroke engines of between 800cc and 1200cc for twins, and between 750cc and 1000cc for four cylinder machines. The motorcycles must maintain the same profile as their roadgoing counterparts. The overall appearance, seen from the front, rear and sides, must correspond to that of the bike homologated for use on public roads.

Suzuki XRG1

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Suzuki XRG1 MotoGp Racing

Specs :

Engine Type: 4 stroke water cooled V4 , Displacement: 800cc , Max Power:225+ ps / 18,000rpm, and Estimated top speed:330+km/h. Valve Control and Type:Pneumatic (air control), DOHC four-valve, Carburation Type: Fuel injection, Lubrication System: Wet sump (Motul Lubricants), Clutch: Dry multi plates (back torque reduction type), Transmission:Six speed low friction constant mesh Final Drive: Chain Frame Type: Twin spar aluminum alloy frame.

Tyres: Bridgestone
Wheels:Front and rear: 429mm (16.5 inches)
Brake System:Front: Double carbon disc (Brembo), Rear: Single steel disc (Brembo)

Fuel Tank: 21L.

Suzuki MotoGp Team Riders

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Riders Suzuki MotoGp racing Team
Loris Capirossi's Place of Birth:Castel San Pietro Terme, Bologna, Date of Birth: April 4th 1973 Nationality: Italian, Home Town: Bologna, Italy.
Chris Vermeulen's Place of Birth: Brisbane, Australia, Date of Birth:June 19th 1982, Nationality: Australian , Home Town: Yandina, Sunshine Coast, Queensland.

Suzuki MotoGp Team

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Suzuki MotoGp Team (Rizla)

Suzuki has been racing in motorcycle Grand Prix since 1960 and has won seven World Championship manufacturer titles and six individual titles. Household names like Barry Sheene, Kevin Schwantz and Kenny Roberts Jr have all raced to victory on a Suzuki.
The racing success also filters to other motorcycle Championships. Troy Corser won Suzuki the 2005 World Superbike crown and Ben Spies secured the AMA title in America last year.

With current World Champions in World Endurance and Supercross allied to many national titles, it shows Suzuki’s strength in depth and desire to win is still as strong as ever.
Suzuki’s motorcycle operations are based at Hamamatsu in Japan, with the MotoGP team’s headquarters now residing at Verwood in Dorset, England - also the home of the Rizla Suzuki British Superbike team.

Honda RS250RW

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Honda Motogp Racing Motorcycle (Honda RS250RW)

Specs Engine Type Liquid-cooled, Two-stroke, Case reed valve, V-2 Displacement (cc) 250 Max Power (PS) Over 90 Frame Type Twin-tube Tire size(inch) Front 17 Tires Dunlop Rear 17 Suspension Front Telescopic Suspention SHOWA SPL Rear Pro-link Fuel Tank Capacity (L) 21. Honda motoGp Racing.

Honda RC212V

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Honda RC212V (motoGP)

Specs:

Weight (kg) Over 148 Engine Type Liquid-cooled, Four-stroke, DOHC 4 valve, V-4 Displacement (cc) 800 Max Power (PS) Over 210 Frame Type Twin-tube Tire size(inch) Front 16.0 Tires Michelin Rear 16.5 Suspension Front Telescopic Suspention SHOWA SPL Rear Pro-link Fuel Tank Capacity (L) 21. Honda MotoGp Racing

Ducati GP8

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Ducati Desmosedici GP8, is an evolution of the 2007 model. We worked on all areas. In terms of chassis set-up, the new frame is lighter with optimised torsional and flexural rigidity. The rear suspension geometry is also different to reduce the ‘pumping’ effect. As for the engine we introduced a number of modifications to minimise friction and obtain a small power increase without affecting fuel consumption and we worked on rideability, to obtain a ‘fuller’ engine response especially mid-range and maintain peak power for longer. Finally, with regards to electronics, we modified a few details to increase reliability and consequently, safety. One of the main reasons of our presence in racing is to develop technology to be transferred to production bikes, improving safety and making them even more fun to ride. Electronics play an important role in all this. An example of this is ducati new 1098 R, which is equipped with exactly the same traction control system used in Ducati racing bikes, making it the first bike in the world to feature a system able to combine safety with high performance".

Specs Ducati Desmosedici GP8: Engine Liquid-cooled, 90 degree V4 four-stroke Timing system Desmodromic DOHC Valves Four valves per cylinder Capacity 799 cc Maximum power more than 200 HP Maximum torque - Top speed In excess of 310 kph / 192 mph Transmission Six-speed cassette-type gearbox, with alternative gear ratios available. Carburation Indirect Magneti Marelli electronic injection, four throttle bodies with injectors above butterfly valves Ignition Magneti Marelli. (Ducati Motorcycle motoGP racing)

Yamaha YZR-M1

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Yamaha YZR-M1 (motoGP) Jorge Lorenzo & Valentino Rossi

Specs/ Technical Specifications:

Engine type: Liquid cooled inline four-cylinder, four stroke Maximum power: Around 154.5kw (210 horsepower) Maximum speed: In excess of 320 km/h.

Yamaha YZR-M1 Transmission Type: Six-speed cassette-type gearbox, with alternative gear ratios available.

Chassis and running gear

Frame type: Aluminium twin tube delta box, multi-adjustable steering geometry/wheelbase/ride height. Aluminium swingarm.

Suspension: Ohlins upside down front forks and Ohlins rear shock, all adjustable for pre-load, high and low-speed compression and rebound damping. Alternative rear suspension links available.

Front/rear wheels: Marchesini , available in a variety of rim size Front/rear tyres: Michelin, 16.0 front, 16.5 in rear, available as slick, Intermediate and wet tyres on Jorge Lorenzo’s YZR-M1 - Bridgestone, 16.5 front, 16.5 in rear, available as slick, Intermediate and wet tyres on Valentino Rossi’s YZR-M1.

Brakes: Brembo, two 320 mm carbon front discs, two four-piston callipers. Single 220 mm stainless steel rear disc, twin-piston calliper. Weight: 148kg, in accordance with FIM regulations Fuel capacity: 21 litres, in accordance with FIM regulations. Yamaha Motorcycle For MotoGP racing

Kawasaki ZX-RR

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Kawasaki Ninja ZX-RR

Specs : Engine: Type: Four-stroke Configuration: Inline four-cylinder Induction System: DOHC Pneumatic system, four valves per cylinder Displacement: 798cc.

Maximum Speed: In excess of 300 km/h

Maximum Power: In excess of 200 BHP

Lubrication: Wet sump

Fuel System: Electronic Fuel Injection

Exhaust System: Titanium, four-into-two-into-one system.

Transmission: Gearbox: Six speed, cassette type Primary Drive: Gear Clutch: Dry multi-plate slipper clutch Final Drive: Chain Lubrication: Wet sump.

Chassis: Frame: Aluminium twin-spar Front Suspension: Inverted telescopic forks Rear Suspension: Unit-trak Monoshock Steering Damper: Hydraulic Adjustable Bodywork: Carbon Fibre Wheel Front: 16.5" Wheel Rear: 16.5" Tyres: Bridgestone .

Brakes: Front: 2 x 314mm carbon discs 2 x radial mount, monoblock, four piston calipers Rear: 1 x 200mm ventilated steel disc 1 x two piston caliper.

Dimensions: Wheelbase: 1460mm Overall Length: 2080mm Castor (Rake/Trail): Variable Seat Height: 850mm Dry Weight: Over 148kg Fuel Capacity: 21 litres.

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-RR Suppliers: Lubricants: Elf Tyres: Bridgestone Brakes: Brembo Exhaust System: Akrapovic Wheels: Magtan Data Acquisition System: 2D Datarecording Suspension: Öhlins Clutch: FCC Spark Plugs: NGK Sprockets: AFAM Chain: EK.

(Kawasaki Ninja ZX-RR motorcycle MotoGP)

Kawasaki Racing Team (MotoGp)

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MotoGp Kawasaki Racing Team Riders

Antony west

Born:17th July 1981 - Maryborough, Australia Nationality: Australian Residence: Fuschl, Austria Height: 177cm / 5'8" Weight: 65kg / 143.3lbs First Grand Prix: 1998 Australian Grand Prix (Wild Card) Grand Prix Race Wins: 1 (250cc World Championship) Grand Prix Podiums: 5 (250cc World Championship).

John Hopkins

Born: 22nd May 1983 - Ramona, California Nationality: Anglo-American Residence: Miami, Florida Height: 178cm / 5'10" Weight: 63.5kg / 140lbs Hobbies: Cycling, motocross, snowboarding, training First Grand Prix: 2002 Japanese Grand Prix Grand Prix Podiums: 4 (MotoGP).

Ducati MotoGP Team riders

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Ducati MotoGP Team rider

Casey Stoner Born: 16 October 1985 in Southport (Australia), Height: 1.70 m, Weight: 58 kg.

Marco Melandri Born: 7 August 1982 Ravenna. Italy

Ducati MotoGP Team

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Ducati is a company with a unique philosophy, inspired by the extremely close bond with its racing activities, that has led to the development of a profound synergy between the work undertaken on its competition motorcycles and its consumer products. This is one of the fundamental reasons why racing is such an important commitment - it allows us to transfer the precious know-how gained through development on the racetrack directly to road bike production.An important part of the resources dedicated to racing are covered by the proceeds coming from our sponsors, whom Ducati wishes to thank for their fundamental support, as well as television rights and licensing products. Thanks to the combination of Casey Stoner’s amazing racing talent, technology and all-Italian passion in addition to a remarkable but sustainable investment, in 2007 it was possible for the team to secure Ducati’s first MotoGP riders’ World Championship, completing the hat-trick with the constructors’ World Championship and also the team’s World Championship. This historic result can only encourage us towards other important and significant goals, both in the sporting and commercial arenas.

FIAT Yamaha Team Riders

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Motogp FIAT Yamaha Team Riders:

Valentino Rossi Date of Birth 16/02/1979, Birth Urbino, Italy, Height 182 cm, Weight 59 kg .

Jorge Lorenzo Date of Birth 04/05/1987, Mallorca, Spain, Height 173 cm, Weight 62 kg.

Fiat Yamaha Team

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MotoGP FIAT Yamaha Team is Yamaha's wholly owned full-Factory Team in MotoGP. The team was founded in 1999 following the retirement of Wayne Rainey, who had run a Factory supported team in the 500cc class for the previous two years. A new company - Yamaha Motor Racing - was set up to manage all but the technical side of Yamaha's international racing activities and to run the team. In 2002 the team itself relocated from the Netherlands to a facility adjacent to Yamaha Motor Italia's facilities in Gerno di Lesmo, close to Monza in Italy.

In 2005 Yamaha Motor Racing as a company completed the move from the Netherlands in order to create a single Yamaha MotoGP European operation in Italy, strengthening and centralising the management of the team and all MotoGP operations. Although responsibility for the technical aspects of MotoGP remains predominantly at Yamaha's Technology Development Division in Japan, a number of Japanese engineering staff complete the European MotoGP set-up. The team is still based in Gerno di Lesmo, as are the logistics and the engine management sectors. Lin Jarvis is Managing Director of Yamaha Motor Racing Srl and Davide Brivio has been the Factory Team Director since 2002. They are both based in Italy.

FIAT YAMAHA TEAM STATISTICS:

2008: Valentino Rossi (ITA) Jorge Lorenzo (ESP)
2007: Valentino Rossi (ITA) Colin Edwards (USA) Team Director - Davide Brivio
2006: Valentino Rossi (ITA) – 2nd in MotoGP World Championship, 5 race wins Colin Edwards (USA) - 7th in MotoGP World Championship Yamaha Factory Team - 2nd in MotoGP Team World Championship Team Director - Davide Brivio
2005:Valentino Rossi (ITA) - 1st in MotoGP World Championship, 11 race wins Colin Edwards (USA) - 4th in MotoGP World Championship Yamaha Factory Team - 1st in MotoGP Team World Championship Team Director - Davide Brivio...

Team San Carlo Honda Gresini Riders

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MotoGp riders Team San Carlo Honda Gresini :
Shinya Nakano, Date of birth : October 10, 1977, Nationality : Japan, Height : 167cm, Weight : 58kg.
Alex De angelis Date of bird: February 1984, Italy, Height 180 Weight 66kg

Repsol Honda Team - MotoGP Riders

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Repsol Honda Team Riders :

Nicky Hayden, Date of birth : July 30, 1981, U.S.A., Height : 173cm, Weight : 68kg
Dani Pedrosa, Date of birth : September 29, 1985, Spain, Height : 158cm, Weight : 43kg.

Dani Pedrosa wins second consecutive 250 World Championship, which gives Honda its 15th 250 riders’ crown and 19th 250 constructors’ title. Swiss Thomas Luthi takes 125 World Championship aboard RS125R. Toru Ukawa and Ryuichi Kiyonari win Honda’s 20th Suzuka Eight Hours victory on a CBR1000RR. CBR600RR continues to dominate middleweight supersport racing, Sebastien Charpentier taking the Supersport world title and Miguel Duhamel winning Honda’s tenth Daytona 200 success.

Nicky Hayden wins the final 990cc MotoGP title, riding new generation RC211V using lighter, more powerful V5 engine. The Kentucky Kid also wins Honda’s 200th premier-class victory at the Dutch TT. This is Honda’s 14th premier-class riders’ title and 17th constructors’ crown. During MotoGP’s five-year 990cc era the V5 won an astonishing 58 per cent of the races. At the Sachsenring Yuki Takahashi secures Honda’s double-century of 250cc class victories. Another great year for the CBR600RR, Sebastien Charpentier takes second successive Supersport world title and Jake Zemke wins Daytona 200. Takeshi Tsujimura and Shinichi Itoh win Honda’s tenth Suzuka Eight Hours win in a row, riding CBR1000RR.

Repsol Honda Team - HRC MotoGP

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Repsol Honda Team (Honda Racing Corporation , HRC)

Honda Racing Corporation, Establish: Sep.1.1982 . Development, manufacture and sales of motorcycles and parts for racing. Address: 3-15-1, Senzui Asaka-shi, Saitama pref. Japan, and European Office,Wijngaardveld 1, B-9300 Aalst, Belgium

MotoGP Teams

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Motogp Teams, Riders & Motorcycle:

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP

Motorcycle: SuzukiRiders: Loriscapirossi & Chris Vermeulen

Alice Team

Motorcycle: DucatiRiders: Tony Elias & Sylvain Guintoli

Tech 3 Yamaha

Motorcyle: Yamaha , Riders : Colin Edwards & James Toseland

Honda LCR

Motorcycle: HondaRiders: Randi de Puniet

Ducati Malrboro Team

Motorcycle: Ducati, Riders : Casey Stoner & Marco Malandri

Fiat Yamaha Team

Motorcyle: Yamaha, Riders Valentino Rossi & Jorge Lorenzo

Jir Team Scot

Motorcyle : Honda, Riders: Andrea Dovizioso

Kawasaki Racing team

Motorcylce : Kawasaki, Riders John Hopkins & Anthony West

Team San Carlo Honda Gresini

MotorCyle Honda, Riders: Alex De Angelis & Shinya Nakano

Repsol Honda

Motorcyle Honda, Riders: Nicky Hayden & Dani Pedrosa

MotoGP class

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New machines/engines specifications for each racing class are formed as the FIM sees fit. At the beginning of the new MotoGP era in 2002, 500 cc two-stroke or 990 cc four-stroke bikes were specified to race. The enormous power advantage of the larger displacement four-stroke engine over the two-stroke eliminated all two-strokes from competition; the following season no two-stroke bikes were racing. In 2007 the maximum engine capacity was reduced to 800 cc without reducing the existing weight restrictions.
MotoGP-class motorcycles are not restricted to any specific engine configuration. However the number of cylinders employed in the engine determines the motorcycle's permitted minimum weight; more cylinders attracting more weight as a form of handicap. This is necessary because, for a given capacity, an engine with more cylinders is capable of producing more power. If comparable bore to stroke ratios are employed an engine with more cylinders will have a greater piston area and a shorter stroke. The increased piston area permits an increase in the total valve area, allowing more air and fuel to be drawn into the engine, and the shorter stroke permits higher revs at the same piston speed, allowing the engine to pump still more air and fuel with the potential to produce more power but with more fuel consumption too. In 2004 motorcycles were entered with three-, four-and five-cylinder configurations. A six-cylinder engine was proposed by Blata, but did not reach the MotoGP grids. Presently four cylinder engines appear to offer the best compromise between weight, power and fuel consumption as all competitors in the 2008 series use this solution in either vee or in-line configuration.

MotoGp In 2002, the FIM become concerned at the advances in design and engineering that resulted in higher speeds around the race track. For purposes of increasing safety, regulation changes related to weight, amount of available fuel and engine capacity were introduced. The amended rules reduced engine capacity to 800 cc from 990 cc and restricted the amount of available fuel for race distance from 26 litres in year 2004 to 21 litres in year 2007 and onwards. In addition, the minimum weight of 4 cylinder bike used by all participating teams was increased by 3 kg.

125 cc & 250 cc MotoGp classes

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MotorCycles 125 cc machines are restricted to a single cylinder and a minimum weight of 80 kilograms and the 250 cc machines to two cylinders and a minimum of 100 kilograms. From 2005 onwards, all riders in the 125 cc class could not be older than 28 years or 25 years for new contracted riders participating for the first time and wild-cards.

Grand prix motorcycles (motoGP)

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Grand prix motorcycles are generally made of lightweight and expensive materials such as titanium and carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic. They regularly feature technology not available to the general public, and part of their fan appeal derives from this sophisticated technology and the high degree of technical skill and knowledge demonstrated by the designers and manufacturers.

Examples of this technology include sophisticated electronics such as telemetry, engine management systems and traction control, carbon disk brakes, and advanced engine technology such as those seen on Honda's V5 RC211V and Aprilia's RS3 Cube. The latter employs the Cosworth-designed pneumatic valve actuation system, used in Formula One cars. In 2007 the Suzuki and Yamaha also used pneumatic valve actuation and Honda reported using that technology for its 2008 RC212V bikes based on its F1 experience. The latest addition to the MotoGP grids, the Ilmor/SRT X3 machine, seen at the Estoril (Portugal) and Valencia (Spain) events in 2006, reportedly uses a similar valve-actuation design, not surprising considering Ilmor Engineering's background in Formula One. Unfortunately, the high cost of participation and lack of sponsorship caused the withdrawal of the Ilmor in early 2007.

While MotoGP motorcycles are only raced at world championship level, the lighter and significantly less powerful 125 cc and 250 cc bikes are available at relatively reasonable cost. A basic production 125 cc bike costs about the same as a small car. These bikes are raced in national championships around the world as well as in the world championship, though their two-stroke technology is irrelevant in context with production machines. These two smaller classes are considered excellent training for future MotoGP riders.

One of the main challenges that confronts a MotoGP motorcycle rider and designer is how to translate the machine's enormous power - over 240 bhp (179.0 kW), through a single tyre-contact patch roughly the size of a human hand. For comparison, Formula 1 cars produce up to 750 bhp (559 kW) from their 2.4 litre engines, but have 10 times the tyre-contact surface. Because of this difficulty, MotoGP is perhaps unique in modern motor sport in that teams will often deliberately detune their engines to allow their riders a chance to control them. In the two-stroke era, many of the 500 cc machines were not making more than the 180 to 190 bhp (135 to 140 kW) although their maximum potential power output was higher. In recent times this has begun to change with the advent of traction control. Part of the rider compromise, significantly affected by ECU (Engine Control Unit) technology, is that explosive torque at lower RPM may cause the rear tyre to spin unless modulated, causing riders to use higher RPM where torque changes are less severe. This consideration also affects gear selection for the individual circuit, which comprises an essential element in setup before and during practice and qualification.

MotoGP Tyre

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Moto Gp Racing : Tyre selection is critical, usually done by the individual rider based on bike 'feel' during practice, qualifying and the pre-race warm-up laps on the morning of the race, as well as the predicted weather. The typical compromise is between grip and longevity--the softer and 'grippier' the tyre, the more quickly it wears out; the harder and less grippy, the more likely the tyre is to last the entire race. Conserving rubber throughout a race is a specific talent winning riders acquire. Special 'Q' or qualifying tyres of extreme softness and grip are typically used during grid-qualifying sessions, but they last typically no longer than one or two laps, though they may deliver higher qualifying speeds. In wet conditions, special tyres ('wets') with full treads are used, but they suffer extreme wear if the track dries out.

MotoGP New tire regulations introduced in 2007 limited the number of tires any rider could use over the practice and qualifying period, and the race itself, to a maximum of 31 tires (14 fronts and 17 rears) per rider . This introduced a problem of tyre choice vs. weather (among other factors) that challenges riders and teams to optimize their performance on race day. This factor was greeted with varying degrees of enthusiasm by participants. For 2008 a 'spec' tyre rule was being considered, where one brand would serve as a control tyre for the whole grid. Bridgestone had dominated in 2007 and Michelin riders Valentino Rossi, Nicky Hayden, Dani Pedrosa, and Colin Edwards all acknowledged shortcomings in Michelin's race tyres relative to Bridgestone in 2007. Rossi, disappointed with and critical of the performance of his Michelin tyres, switched to Bridgestones for 2008.

Instead of a 'spec' tyre in which all riders use tyres from one manufacturer, as is used in World Superbike, the MotoGP rules for 2008 have been amended to allow more tyres per race weekend, 18 fronts and 22 rears for a total of 40 tyres. The lower number of tyres per weekend was considered a handicap to Michelin riders. The only MotoGP team using Dunlops in 2007, Yamaha Tech 3, will not be using them in 2008.

MotoGP Racing

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Moto Gp Racing : The current racing calendar consists of 18 rounds in 16 different countries (Spain which hosts 3 rounds, Qatar, Turkey, China, France, Italy, Great Britain, Netherlands, Germany, Czech Republic, San Marino, Portugal, Japan, Australia and Malaysia). Exclusive to the MotoGP class, there is also a USA round at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca in Monterey, California for the 800 cc class only. In 2008 a MotoGP event will be held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (all three classes will race), racing counterclockwise on the Formula One track with additional turns directly after the pit area bypassing the banking turn one of the oval track. Also because of the race being run counterclockwise on what is normally a clockwise track, the run off areas have seen significant modification. The grid is composed of three columns (four for the 125 cc class) and contains approximately 20 riders. Grid positions are decided in descending order of qualifying speed, the fastest on the 'pole' or first position. Races last approximately 45 minutes, each race a sprint from start to finish without pitting for fuel or tyres.

Moto GP In 2005: a flag-to-flag rule for MotoGP was introduced. Previously, if a race started dry and rain fell, riders or officials could red-flag (stop) the race and either restart or resume on 'wet' tyres. Now, if rain falls a white flag is shown, indicating that riders can pit to swap the motorcycle on which they started the race for an identical one, as long as the tyres are different (that is, intermediates instead of wets, or slicks instead of wets). Besides different tyres, the wet-weather bikes have steel brake rotors and different brake pads instead of the carbon discs and pads used on the 'dry' bikes. This is because the carbon brakes need to be very hot to function properly, and the water cools them too much. Hence the conventional steel brakes. The suspension is also 'softened' up somewhat for the wet weather.
When a rider crashes, track marshals wave a yellow flag, prohibiting passing in that area; one corner back, a stationary yellow flag is shown and passing in this area of the track is prohibited; if a fallen rider cannot be evacuated safely from the track, the race is red-flagged. Motorcycle crashes are usually one of two types: lowsides and the more dangerous highsides, though increased use of traction control has made highsides much less frequent. According to one estimate, leasing a top-level motorcycle.

MotoGP Now

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The premier class of GP motorcycle racing, has changed dramatically in recent years. From the mid-1970s until 2002 the top class of GP racing allowed 500 cc with a maximum of 4 cylinders, regardless of whether the engine was a two-stroke or four-stroke. Consequently, all machines were two-strokes, due to the greater power output for a given engine capacity. Some two- and three-cylinder two-stroke 500s were seen, but though they had a minimum-weight advantage under the rules, typically attained higher corner speed and could qualify well, they lacked the power of the four-cylinder machines.

MotoGp In 2002, rule changes were introduced to facilitate the phasing out of the two strokes, probably influenced by what was then seen as a lack of relevance: the last mass-produced 500 cc 2-stroke model had not been available to the public for some 15 years. The rules permitted manufacturers to choose between running two-strokes engines (500 cc or less) or four-strokes (990 cc or less). Manufacturers were also permitted to employ their choice of engine configuration. Despite the significantly increased costs involved in running the new four-stroke machinery, given their extra 490 cc capacity advantage, the four-strokes were soon able to dominate their two-stroke rivals. As a result, by 2003 no two-stroke machines remained in the MotoGP field. The 125 cc and 250 cc classes still consist exclusively of two-stroke machines. In 2007, the MotoGP class had its maximum engine displacement capacity reduced to 800 cc for a minimum of 5 years.

Grand Prix motorcycle

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( MotoGP ) Grand Prix motorcycle racing refers to the premier category of motorcycle road racing. It is divided into three distinct classes: 125 cc, 250 cc and MotoGP. Grand prix motorcycles are purpose-built racing machines that are neither available for general purchase nor can be legitimately ridden on public roads. This contrasts with the various production categories of racing, such as the Superbike World Championship, that feature modified versions of road-going motorcycles available to the public. A World Championship for motorcycle racing was first organized by the Federation Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM) in 1949. The commercial rights are owned by Dorna Sports.

Teams are represented by the International Road Racing Teams Association (IRTA) and manufacturers by the Motorcycle Sport Manufacturers Association (MSMA). Rules and changes to regulations are decided between the four entities, with Dorna casting a tie-breaking vote. In cases of technical modifications, the MSMA can unilaterally enact or veto changes by unanimous vote among its members.

MotorCycle

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Motor Cycle

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