Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Norton Commando 952 Modification
Norton Commando Classic
Honda Best Motorcycle 2010
Harley Davidson Skull Symbol
Monday, December 28, 2009
FIM to launch a new electric motorcycle racing series in 2010
Following up on the success of the world's first zero-emissions motorcycle race at the Isle of Man earlier this month, the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM) has announced plans to launch a new electric motorcycle racing series in 2010. As part of the Road Racing Grand Prix Commission, the project will be led by Azhar Hussain, organizer and founder of the TTXGP. Says FIM President Vito Ippolito:
I am very happy to with this new Series, the future of the sport depends on our capacity as well as that of the manufacturers to innovate quickly. We are convinced that very shortly the motorcycle World Championships will be accessible to non-polluting engines as far as gas and sound emissions are concerned. Now that this important decision is taken, we have to work on rules and calendar to be ready to compete in 2010.Details on possible entrants and regulations are scarce at this time, but we'd expect to see a number of competitors from the TTXGP take part in the FIM series, such as Brammo, Mission Motors, Motoczysz, Electric Motorsport and the race-winning team from Agni Motors. Expect more information to filter out following the upcoming eGrandPrix race at Mid Ohio on July 24-26.
Gallery: Qualifying at TTXGP
[Source: eGrandPrix]
PRESS RELEASE
The FIM creates a new Series for Electric Motorcycles in 2010
Following the success of the TTXGP race held on the Isle of Man on June 12, the FIM (Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme) has decided to create a FIM Series for electric bikes in 2010. This new FIM Series will be run inside the Road Racing Grand Prix Commission, a great and innovative project led by Mr Azhar Hussain a UK Entrepreneur founder of the TTXGP. The FIM Series for electric bikes will provide an international platform for the development of electric bikes and the technology behind them to be tested in an exciting and challenging way. It aims at driving low-carbon technological innovation forward, to demonstrate that clean-emission transport technologies have matured and can be fun, fast and exciting.
FIM President Vito Ippolito
"I am very happy to with this new Series, the future of the sport depends on our capacity as well as that of the manufacturers to innovate quickly. We are convinced that very shortly the motorcycle World Championships will be accessible to non-polluting engines as far as gas and sound emissions are concerned. Now that this important decision is taken, we have to work on rules and calendar to be ready to compete in 2010."
TTXGP Founder Azhar Hussain
"With the success of the TTXGP on the Isle of Man, we have shown that zero carbon technology is ready to deliver the thrills and passion for both spectators and riders. In partnership with the FIM, we are taking the next step and proud to be pushing new frontiers in motorsports technology both on and off the track. Competition improves the breed, so we hope this new championship will come to be seen as a milestone event in bringing new transportation technology to the world beyond motorcycling. We invite the best and the brightest in the world to join the global championship and be with us at the dawn of the next generation of motorsports."
Friday, December 25, 2009
Modification Motorcycles
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
Rea and Neukirchner Work Hard at Valencia Test
In the final World Superbike track action of 2009, Hannspree Ten Kate Honda’s Jonathan Rea set the fourth fastest unofficial time in a two-day test, which concluded this afternoon at Valencia in Spain. |
Saturday, December 12, 2009
New Yamaha Byson 2010
PT Yamaha Motor Kencana Indonesia or YMKI plans to unveil new sports product, Byson, in April 2010. This is because the earlier resignation had planned to release YMKI these products later this year.
"Just wait for four months from now," said the source from YMKI in Banyuwangi, Wednesday (2 / 12).
We have Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Indonesia (YMMI) has won a number type list numbers of motor vehicles produced in the Ministry of Industry 1195/IATT/TPT/11/2009 (Depperin) last November.
Manufacturers have proposed the amount of production to 80,000 units next year. Manufacturer bearing motor tuning fork will still carry the name for its newest product Byson. With the presence Byson, Yamaha fighting force in the national motorcycle market more robust, especially in the sports segment.
In India, this model is named after FZ and consists of several variants. This motor is more precisely a sports touring categories and engineered with the DNA Frazer.
Byson carrying 153 cc engines or larger than the V-Ixion, 149.8 cc. Of technology, the fuel supply system, V-Ixion more sophisticated, injection. While still relying Byson carburetor. Hence, the price is cheaper than expected V-Ixion.
FZ identity, or later transformed into Byson, using Monoshock suspension technology (Yamaha call monocross) with the special characteristics Muffler MidShip large. According to Yamaha, this design provides weight concentration of a better and efficient exhaust gas. Stable control for use in 140/60-17 rear tire.
Specifications Yamaha FZ (Byson)
MACHINE
Type
4 steps, SOHC, 2-valve, air conditioning
Capacity
153 cc
Diameter x step
58.0 x 57.9 mm
Comparison of compression
9.5: 1
Power max.
14 PS@7.500 rpm
Torque max.
14 Nm@6.000 rpm
Type carburetors
BS26
Chassis
The ratio of primary teeth and secondary
3.409 / 2.857
The size of the front and rear tires
100/80-17 & 140/60R17
Fuel tank capacity
12 liters
Dimensions: L x W x H (mm)
770 x 1975 x 1045
High saddle
790
Axle distance
1,335
Total weight
137 kg
Friday, December 11, 2009
Thursday, December 10, 2009
Evo-O RR, Motor Racing Future Augusta B Sirait
Evo Design Solutions (EDS) using a few tricks in the parts of the design that can accommodate motor batteries as its main fuel source.
Monocoque body style looks more ferocious motor that makes the impression of this bike is the fastest motor on the mainland.
Motor that reportedly has been tested is capable of going from 0-60 mph in just four seconds.
EDS reportedly will sell the Evo-O RR at a price less than 20,000 pounds or about U.S. $ 28,000 or USD 280 million. However, EDS until now not planning to mass produce in the near future.
Sunday, December 6, 2009
Sunday, November 22, 2009
Sexy Monster Energy from MotoGP
Exploring the Monster Energy site certainly paid off for the guys at the office, who found these sexy bikers on the site. Monster Energy is the official sponsor of the Team Yamaha Tech3 from Hervé Poncharal, as well as the personal sponsor of Valetino Rossi for 2009. Amongst the lovely bikes (Adam Jones, Jason Lawrence, Jeremy McGrath and John Hopkins) are these lovely biker girls.