2006 Kawasaki Ninja 650R

The 650R powerplant was tuned for smooth, rider-friendly low-end and midrange power, and dual throttle valves in the 38mm Keihin throttle bodies help to provide smooth response and precise roll-on power. The motor was also designed to meet stringent Euro 3 emissions standards,

MD First Ride: 2007 Yamaha YZF-R1

The 2005-2006 R1 was often criticized for having a powerband biased too heavily toward the top-end; the bike was a rocketship when the rider kept the needle in the upper quarter of the tachometer, but in the lower RPM range, it was out-powered by rivals like the suzuki GSX-R1000 and kawasaki ZX-10R. This "600-like" powerband was great on the racetrack, but in everyday street riding, the (relative) lack of low-end grunt and mid-range pull was disappointing.

As I discussed in Part One, the R1 design team was tasked with the seemingly contradictory goals of eliminating or mitigating these shortcomings, while at the same time significantly reducing the new bike's emissions. To accomplish this, they decided to give up yamaha's traditional five-valve cylinder head design in favor of a more conventional four-valve layout, which allowed for a smaller combustion chamber and thus a higher compression ratio (now 12.7:1). The four throttle bodies feeding air to the new cylinder head are topped with an innovative system, called 'YCC-I', which varies the length of the intake runners depending on RPM and throttle position. Below 10,400rpm, the intake runners are 140mm in length, which significantly boosts low-end and mid-range power output. When the R1 spins past 10,400rpm (assuming the rider is applying at least 57.5% throttle), the upper section of the intake runners is lifted away, leaving the air to enter through the 65mm lower sections - a length optimized for high-rpm power output.

The throttle bodies also feature the same 'YCC-T' (yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle) throttle by wire system that first debuted on the 2006 R6. Although the throttle is still connected to two cables which run down to the throttle bodies, these cables do not directly actuate the throttle body butterflies. Instead, the rider's wrist motion is translated by a throttle position sensor, which tells the ECU how hard he wants to accelerate. The ECU then makes the decision as to how far and how quickly to open the butterflies, maintaining maximum air velocity in the intake tract to maintain maximum acceleration (consistent with the demands of the rider, that is). Why not locate the throttle position sensor directly on the twist throttle and eliminate the cables, you ask? Well, besides actuating the throttle position sensor, the return cable actuates a small arm that manually closes the throttle body butterflies. Thus, in the unlikely event of an electronic malfunction that left the butterflies open (the throttle-by-wire equivalent of a stuck throttle), the rider can manually close the butterflies by merely closing the throttle.

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Yamaha Gladiator 125-cc motorcycle launched

yamaha Gladiator, the latest 125 cc bike from yamaha Motor India, is out in the market. yamaha unveiled the 5-speed 'fun bike' in New Delhi on Wednesday. The yamaha Gladiator will be up against the leaders in the 125 cc executive segment dominated by hero honda Super Splendor and the Bajaj DTSi.
The yamaha Gladiator DX will have electric start and 240 mm front disc brakes, while the standard yamaha Gladiator will come with drum brakes and kickstart.

The 11 PS, four stroke bike is the first in a line of three bikes which yamaha India plans to launch this year.

Said yamaha Motor India CEO and managing director Tomotaka Ishikawa: �True to yamaha�s belief of setting new benchmarks by offering products that surpass customer expectations, the Gladiator will kick start a new biking lifestyle in the Indian market. Developed as a next generation fun bike, Gladiator brings with it the added values of superb performance, new styling, greater handling and comfort� .

Its 125 cc single cylinder churns out a maximum power output of 8.0kW (11 PS) at 7,500 rpm and a max torque of 10.4 Nm (1.06 kgf-m) at 6,500 rpm, a notch above most bikes in the category. Moreover, the bike can be started in any gear and offer excellent corner handling. yamaha claimed that the Gladiator bike will be able to give a mileage of 67 kmpl in actual city conditions.

The yamaha Gladiator power unit is characterized by its 5 speed transmission, a first for any executive category bike, with optimized gear ratios. The smooth transition of gears makes it possible to bring out optimum torque throughout the torque-band. yamaha claims that the Gladiator is equally at ease in stop and start conditions of urban traffic and the open highways. yamaha has also started a new campaign to promote the yamaha Gladiator in India.

At the launch of yamaha Gladiator in India, company officials also announced said that yamaha plans to sell 4 lakh bikes in India this year and six lakhs next. yamaha will also be setting up a new plant to manufacture two wheelers in India between 2008 and 2010. yamaha also has plans to foray into the scooter segment, for which a feasibility survey is under way.

yamaha, which was one of the pathbreakers in the 100cc category back in the eighties and early nineties has been steadily losing marketshare in the last few years. Now, it commands a small 4% of the two-wheeler market, which it hopes to raise to 10%.
FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS

Type: Single Cylinder Air Cooled, 4 Stroke Sohc
Valve Train: 2 Valve
Displacement: 123.7cc
Bore & Stroke: 54 X 54 MM
Comp. Ratio: 10.0:1
Max. Power: 8.0 KW @ 7,500 RPM
Max. Torque: 10.4 NM @ 6,500 RPM
Idle Speed: 1,400 +- 100 RPM
Starting: Kick Start / Electric Start
Spark Plug: NGK CR7HSA - R
Gear Box: 5 Speed Constant Mesh
Shift Pattern: 1 Down, 4up
Primary Reduction: 3.4
Final Reduction: 3.214
Gear Ratio: 1 St: 3.000, 2nd:1.777. 3rd: 1.316, 4th:1.045, 5th: 0.875
Clutch: Multiplate Wet Type
Battery: 12V- 2.5AH(Kick) / 5AH(Self)
Head Light: 12HS1(12v 35/35 W Halogen Bulb
Tail Lamp: 12v 21/5w
Indicator: 12v 10w
Chassis Type: Diamond Tubular Type
Caster/ Trail: 26 degree/ 90mm
Suspension Front: Telescopic Hydraulic Type
Rear: Rectangular Swing Arm With Hydraulic Shock Absorber
Brakes Front: Drum Type/ Disc Type
Rear: Drum Type
Tyre Front: 2.75 X 18" 42 P
Rear: 3.00 X 18" 6pr, 52 P
Kerb Weight: Kerb Wt - 123kg (Standards)/ 127kg (Deluxe)
Max Payload: 130Kg
Wheel Base: 1,300mm
Length: 2,065mm
Width: 730mm
Overall Height: 1,100mm
Ground Clearance: 160mm
Tank Capacity: 13 Lts.

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2006 Yamaha FJR1300

Whether the benefits of YCC-S are worth the extra money is a tough call. For me, I'd save the money and get the standard transmission. Early-adopters and less-involved riders will appreciate the trick new system that is bound to only get better over time. Perhaps one day we'll see a YZF-R1 with the FJR's toggle shifter but without the auto-clutch.

Yamaha says the AE was made "to expand the appeal by offering more relaxed function," and its mission is mostly accomplished. The company claims that nearly 30% of its orders during its "Priority Delivery" program were for the AE, although Yamaha has made an extra production run of the standard model to fulfill demand.

In 2005, an upsurge in FJR sales resulted in the bike achieving a solid 28% market share in the category. With the considerable upgrades to the 2006 model and the special AE version, we expect that number to rise.

The Monster 800

Lots of torque, horsepower and road going savvy -- gets you going in style. 800 ccs of ducati fuel-injected fun combined with a Ducati Superbike trellis frame means a perfect balance between power and handling.

The Monster 800 has powerful twin Brembo "Serie Oro" brake calipers and discs up front and an information packed electronic instrument panel. Standard equipment includes an advanced anti-theft immobilizer system activated by an ignition key transponder that has a unique code for each Ducati Monster owner.

Ducati Monster 1000

The most powerful, air-cooled Ducati Monster gets its strength from a 992 cc, air-cooled, Dual Spark engine that achieves new levels of efficiency and reliability. Ducati has years of experience with air-cooled technology and the innovative Monster 1000 DS engine is a product of our continuous advancement in the field. And with its classic Monster styling, the 1000 is as impressive standing still as it is in motion.

The Ducati 800 is the exciting entry to the family

The Ducati 800 is the exciting entry to the family. Easy to handle, but high in performance, it sports a fuel-injected Desmo engine and trellis frame to ensure thrilling performance, low fuel consumption and confidence inspiring Ducati handling. Powered by the classic, air-cooled, fuel-injected, Desmo L-twin engine with a six-speed gearbox, the Supersport 800 delivers exciting performance from idle to redline.
Emissions are in compliance with Euro1 standard regulations and are also expected to comply with Euro2 regulations, which have still not been defined.

The 2005 Ducati Monster 1000s

The S version of the 2005 Ducati Monster is a benchmark for style and performance. For 2005 the Ducati Monster has a colour-matched front fairing and rear seat cover are included, complimented by carbon fibre exhaust guards and side panels. Performance is enhanced by a set of Showa front forks that are fully-adjustable for compression, rebound and pre-load combined with a lightweight aluminum swingarm. If you’re looking for a high performance ride, the Ducati Monster 1000S is the bike for you: surprising ease of handling, impeccable road manners, a comfortable riding position designed with extra ground clearance, and high-quality components result in a bike that’s tailor-made for your needs. This bike has no limits.

Thread "ducati" in the Miscellaneous: The 2005 Ducati Monster s4r

The Monster S4R is the top of the range Ducati Monster – the most powerful, highest-performance Ducati Monster ever. It all starts with the Ducati 996 cc Superbike engine and lightweight Superbike-derived trellis frame to ensure the perfect combination of power and handling. A Showa fully adjustable front fork with low friction TiN treatment and a fully adjustable Showa rear shock handle suspension duties. The exclusive Ducati Superbike rising rate, ride height adjustable rear suspension system includes a new single-sided aluminum swingarm. An extraordinarily beautiful “two into one into two” exhaust has been designed for the 2005 Ducati Monster S4R. With both silencers positioned high and on the right side of the bike, the system has an aggressive and powerful new look.

The Ducati 1000DS is he King of the class, the Supersport 1000 boasts a 992 cc Dual Spark engine

The Ducati 1000DS is he King of the class, the Supersport 1000 boasts a 992 cc Dual Spark engine and state-of-the-art suspension components making it the most advanced Supersport ever made.
Its signature Ducati Supersport trellis frame and 992 cc Dual Spark engine guarantee confidence-inspiring stability and torque-filled power.
The 1000DS Suspension is provided by a fully-adjustable, lightweight, 43 mm, Showa front fork and exclusive Öhlins fully-adjustable rear shock. This unique feature permits ride height adjustment without changing spring preload, allowing the rider to tailor handling characteristics to variable conditions and riding style. Superior Brembo front and rear brakes assure potent and progressive stopping power.

Can-Am Renegade ATV.

With plenty of power, precise handling and extreme terrain access, the Renegade is a thrill seeker’s dream. Combining sport ATV handling with 4x4 capabilities and aggressive styling, this Can-Am ATV handles the back trails with agility and speed. Powered by an 800cc, 4-stroke, V-twin, liquid-cooled, 8-valve SOHC engine, nothing will stop this Renegade. The Renegade ATV also features an SST frame, RS-Type double A-arm long travel front suspension, fade resistant high pressure gas shocks, center-cast aluminum wheels and a compact, digital multifunction gauge.

2005 TRX 450 R HONDA SPORT ATV RACING FOUR WHEELER NEW

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

New 2006 Kawasaki Kfx400 Sport ATV 4 Stroke No Miles

Make: Kawasaki
Model: Kfx 400
Engine size (cc):400 cc
Type: Sport
Transmission type: Manual
Year:2006
Drive train:2-wheel drive
Mileage:0
Primary color: Green
Title: Clear
Condition: Brand new

2006 Kawasaki KX250F

The most visible change to the KX250F is the aluminum perimeter frame. As with the KX450F, Kawasaki engineers combined their experience designing steel perimeter KX frames and techniques used to construct the Ninja® ZX™-10R sport bike chassis to create an all-new aluminum perimeter frame. Comprised of forged, extruded and cast aluminum parts, the strong but light design gives the KX250F the best possible balance of torsional and longitudinal rigidity necessary for superior handling characteristics.

The frame was designed so that the center of gravity and key chassis dimensions would work together to enhance the rear tire’s ability to drive the KX250F forward instead of squatting under acceleration. Additionally, the four-stroke engine sits in an upright position within the new frame to further aid overall traction.

The slim profile of the KX250F frame, two-piece radiator shrouds that leave the upper frame spars exposed, and careful design of the remaining bodywork make the KX250F feel light and narrow beneath the rider.

2006 Kawasaki KX250F

Racing motocross is one of the most brutal, most demanding sports known to man. But it didn’t take long for a new order to develop when Kawasaki introduced the KX™250F. After setting the world on fire, it totally dominated the class, winning the 2005 AMA East and West Supercross Championships and the 2004 and 2005 Arenacross titles. For 2006, the reigning champ gets an all-new, lighter aluminum perimeter frame, more power, more torque and less total weight. The KX250F will bury the competition again with quicker acceleration, higher compression, more usable power, a higher rev limiter and now even better handling. To get out of the gate first – and stay out front – we took our championship-winning 250 4-stroke engine, made it even faster and then wrapped it in a lightweight aluminum perimeter frame. The result is an incredibly powerful, balanced package. Other competition-eating features include a new Showa twin-chamber 47mm inverted front fork, all-new UNI-TRAK® rear suspension linkage that delivers smoother wheel travel with less squat and improved traction, new lighter ribless hubs, fewer spokes, new lighter petal brake rotors, a Renthal handlebar, new seat, more efficient radiators and new two-piece radiator shrouds. When you roll the new KX250F off the truck, you’re gonna get noticed. Then you’re gonna disappear.

MOTORCYCLES - KAWASAKI - NINJA ZX-6RR - DALLAS

The new Kawasaki NINJA® ZX-6RR sportbike marks a dramatic departure from the broad-spectrum appeal of the earlier Ninja sportbikes, giving the bike a much stronger track bias. The limited edition street-legal ZX-6RR boasts aggressive race-worthy features -including engine, chassis, riding position and overall performance upgrades oriented towards serious sport riding, track days or full-on racing. Designed with the expert and professional racer in mind, this new generation motorcycle is destined to dominate Supersport racing around the world.

The heart of the ZX-6RR is a liquid-cooled, DOHC, 16-valve, 599cc, four-cylinder four-stroke engine that delivers increased performance, especially in the high rpm ranges. To make the engine more competitive, new lightweight forged pistons weigh in at five grams lighter, while longer rods and a shorter stroke produce the high revs required for the track. The new plated, all-aluminum cylinders have 5mm shorter skirts for reduced weight. The water passageways have been reshaped for improved cooling performance. The new engine is lighter, more compact, revs higher and makes more power.

Intake and exhaust valves for the compact engine are 10mm shorter, resulting in less weight and improved high-rpm performance. Also improving high-rpm performance and valve control are lighter, oval-shaped intake valve springs. In addition, stepped spring seats better stabilize the valve springs.

To reduce cylinder weight, vibration and engine noise, the outer surface of the cam-chain tunnel has been redesigned. A new crankcase is also lighter and more rigid, allowing oil jets to be positioned closer to the pistons for optimal lubrication. To match the engine's overall compact design, the engine oil pan capacity has also been reduced.

The ZX-6RR is fed by a new-age fuel injection system that utilizes large-bore 38mm throttle bodies, while a 32-bit high-speed microprocessor-controlled timing is ultra-responsive to engine needs. The integrated system helps ensure smooth linear power characteristics and high engine output and with low emissions. A new centrally located ram-air duct system contributes to added performance, improves intake efficiency and saves weight by eliminating a number of parts needed for the prior Ram-air system.

Yamaha cross blue racing bike

2004 Yamaha Crusers 3

Engine
Type 649cc, 40-cubic-inch,
  air-cooled, SOHC, 70� V-twin
Bore x Stroke 81 x 63mm
Compression Ratio 9.0:1
Carburetion (2) 28mm Mikuni downdraft-type
Ignition Digital TCI
Transmission 5-speed
Final Drive Shaft
Chassis
Suspension/Front Telescopic fork; 5.5" travel
Suspension/Rear Single shock, link-type,
 w/adjustable preload; 3.9" travel
Brakes/Front 298mm Disc
Brakes/Rear 200mm Drum
Tires/Front 130/90-16
Tires/Rear 170/80-15
Dimensions
Length 96.5"
Width N/A 

2005 Yamaha Virago 250

Bigger is not always better. Case in point, the Virago 250: a smaller, lightweight cruiser packed with big-bike amenities. In fact, it’s one of the only 250cc cruisers with the hot-blooded rumble of a genuine V-twin engine, which leaves us with one simple truth: The only thing more beautiful than the way the Virago looks is the way it works.

The Affordable, Entry-Level Cruiser
Meet the Virago 250, a feature-packed, lightweight cruiser.

The Virago 250 is a quarter-liter mount that the magazine press dubbed, affectionately, a "kick-butt little cruiser." We have been saying that for years, and so have the multitudes of motorcyclists who've discovered the joy of cruising aboard one.

The V Star Silverado 650: Yamaha

Featuring all the performance and glamour of its V Star Classic sibling, with a casual touring twist that includes an adjustable windshield, studded seat, backrest and hard leather saddlebags.