Friday, October 16, 2009

Luxury Touring Shootout


You can see it in your mind as you daydream about it. Every inch of storage is loaded with all you’ll need for the next three days or three weeks. Whatever music gets your motor runnin’ is pumping from the CD player or satellite radio receiver. Your significant other may or may not be along for the ride, but if they are they’re perched comfortably in the armchair-like passenger accommodations.
Any cold weather you may encounter doesn’t bother you because your seat is heated at the flick of switch, and a big windscreen shields you from wind, rain and bugs. Getting lost doesn’t really worry you ‘cause you opted for the GPS system, and once you’re finally out on that long stretch of lonely interstate you can relax a little after setting the cruise control.

You’re on a road trip, the Great American Getaway. But are you in a car or on a bike? Judging from the above carefully chosen wording it’s hard to tell. Slippery wording aside, the truth is that we’re talking about motorcycles. And if we’re talking about motorcycles with such accoutrements, then we must be talking touring bikes!

Because touring is such an important part of the U.S. bike market, we wanted to get the best of what of each manufacturer had to offer. In light of that we went with a trio of luxury liners that are made in America, and we ordered them as loaded with options as we could get them. Let the trip begin…

Custom Vehicle Operations, or CVO for short, is a small collection of bikes gathered from Harley’s substantial array of motorcycles. This separate line-up usually consists of four bikes chosen from among the standard models, each receiving the hop-up treatment from a group of designers and engineers dedicated exclusively to the CVO line.

Each bike is a rolling display of many of the thousands of accessories available in the fabled Harley-Davidson Parts and Accessories Catalog. The bikes have rap sheets of chrome bits and custom accessories too long to list. Three available paint schemes that are unique to the CVO line, and truly are custom, receive hours of closely supervised painting and hand-laid pin-striping.

The Ultimate Rally: Archive


Joe and I went to Tampere today, and as result we now have secured three brand-new Skyteam Monkeys through sponsorship from Motor Power and the Skyteam factory.
In addition to the bikes that should be available before weekend we will also get a hoard of spare parts.
This is a great leap for the project, as now we only need to confirm the maintenance car and ferry services to Germany. Thanks to Motor Power for the deal! In addition to Monkey's, the company also sells Huoniao "Red Army - Long March" motorcycles. Fascinating...

Monkeying around doesn't mean only climbing up trees, shagging and detecting flees from your skin. Sometimes even the leading chimpanzee has to relax, socialize and negotiate with sponsors. For these rare occasions every ape has a decent suit.
Of course the white camouflage works much better on winter season, but it attracts more interested females when apes have a light tanning. Only thing that would make an ape more natural in the urban jungle would be roaming 50cc motor between his legs and autobahn in front of him.

Harley Davidson Motorcycles In India


Harley Davidson has launched in Indian Market with a Bang.The Company has already started looking to expand its dealerships in India and has set up its base as Gurgaon.

Lets have a look at the kind of motorcycles that are being offered by them in India.

Harley-Davidson produces heavyweight motorcycles (651cc+) in the custom, touring, roadster and power cruiser market segments. The Harley-Davidson range of motorcycles is divided into five families. Each family includes a variety of models, so there’s truly a Harley-Davidson® motorcycle to suit any rider. In addition we offer an exclusive range of limited production custom motorcycles lovingly assembled by our Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO) team to be the last word in styling, luxury and performance.

Sportster®motorcycles are tough, no-nonsense, stripped down, ready-for-action street bikes. First introduced in 1957, they have remained true to their original raw styling for more than half a century with a trademark low seat height, peanut fuel tank and natural riding position. They are the most narrow,
nimble and agile bikes in the Harley-Davidson®family, with the most responsive handling.
The Dyna®models are pure, raw riders’ bikes. With exposed rear shocks and battery cover, they hark back to the earliest days of the factory custom motorcycle. The Dyna®range offers all the attitude and one-of-a-kind looks that caught the original FX Super Glide riders’ imagination back in 1971.

SUPER LUXURY BIKES


If you are not satisfied with Hayabusa, Fireblade or Yamaha R1, then you should look forward to the BMW motorcycles which would enter into the Indian market in the near future. Almost 13 years after its abortive attempt to enter the Indian market through a joint venture with the Hero Group, German luxury carmaker BMW is planning another foray into the country’s minuscule high-end motorcycle market
The company is studying India’s high-end and premium motorcycle market to introduce its Motorrad range of super bikes in India, said a top BMW India official. “Our people from BMW Motorcycle are having a look at the market. They are also in discussion with us for feedback on the matter.

As soon as we see potential for available market entry for sustainable growth, we would take that into consideration,” said Peter Kronschnabl, president, BMW India. The bikes of the Motorrad range will cost more than Rs.10 lakh in India, said another BMW India official.

Harley-Davidson launches new Iron 883


Most motorcycles are, by definition, luxury items. In the United States, a very small percentage of motorcycle riders use their bikes as daily transportation, instead choosing to take the “cage” for the various day-to-day trips that are a necessary part of life. This being the case, as fewer people have reserves of money left over to spend on discretionary items in a recession, sales of Harley-Davidson’s Big Twin models are suffering.

Enter the new Iron 883, which is based on the Sportster underpinnings and features a fuel-injected 883cc V-twin powerplant. Besides the smaller displacement engine, the rest of the bike mimics the bobbed look of its larger sibling, the Nightster 1200, right down to the blacked-out color palette, front fork gaiters, solo saddle and side-mounted license plate holder. This cost cutting has allowed Harley to place a $7,899 price tag on its Iron 883, neatly undercutting the Nightster by a full $2,000.

SUZUKI LUXURY BIKES


Suzuki is another member of the “Big Four” from Japan. It began manufacturing motorcycles in 1952 and has become well known around the world.
Its off-road bikes and roadracers have won world titles, and its street machines range from the cruiser Boulevard series to the legendary GSX-R series of sportbikes. It, along with Honda, is unique in that the company also builds automobiles. Michio Suzuki founds the Suzuki Loom Company in Hamamatsu, Japan. He builds industrial looms for the thriving Japanese silk industry. After the war, Suzuki (like Honda and others) begins making clip-on motors for bicycles.The Colleda COX debuts, a 125cc bike equipped with a steel frame.
Meet the Hayabusa's first cousin the B-King. And while the Hayabusa is a sleek sophisticated, the B-King is its rowdy alter ego. Its aggressive styling gives it an attitude that simply says, Don't mess with me! Featuring a slightly modified version of the 2008 Hayabusa's new engine, complemented by state-of-the-art chassis and suspension systems, the B-King offers incredible all-around capabilities - breathtaking acceleration matched by precise, responsive handling.

Speed and luxury at Allianz Super Car&Bike


This is the fourth time that Allianz Super Car&Bike will be held in Moscow. According to its organizers, over the last few years the exhibition has become well-known for its presentation of the world's best super-premium and sports automobile, motorbike, and yacht producers in the boldest and most unusual way. Since its establishment, Allianz Super Car&Bike has discovered 25 new elite brands for Russia.

This year almost all the international automobile, motorbike and yacht leaders will participate in the show. These are both well-known and elite brands that only the most versed and well-off people may be familiar with. This year Mercury, Mercedes, Jaguar, Land Rover, Lexus, and Audi will be presenting their exclusive models. Caparo Ò1, Gilet Vertigo, Mosler, Gumbert and Koeningsegg will also bring their elite super cars that are known mainly to true automobile connoisseurs.

The event will be held on May 22 - June 1, 2008 and will be open both during the day for the exhibition itself and all through the night when guests will be invited to hot parties. These will all take place at the 'Pokrovsky Bereg' beach club, a huge area on the embankment of the Moscow River where a unique stage will be set up both on the beach and on the river for a yacht show specially for the launch of Allianz Super Car&Bike.

The Moscow Festival of Speed will also be held as part of the exhibition where various high-speed and even super-speed means of transport will be showcased.

Brembo S.p.A. is another participant worthy of special attention. It will remind drivers of the importance of effective acceleration and deceleration. The A1 Alarm Service tuning company will introduce its tuning center which performs cutting-edge technology of the world's tuning leaders Brabus, Techart, AC Schnitzer, Overfinch, and Startech. Various car tuning packages for Mercedes, Porsche, BMW, Range Rover, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep cars and so on will be introduced during the exhibition.

A premier show of a new topical blockbuster Speed Racer is also scheduled as part of the event and visitors to the Allianz Super Car&Bike exhibition will get a chance to watch it one day ahead of the rest of the country. The sponsor of the premier show is Yokohama, one of the world's top tire manufacturers.

KTM LUXURY BIKES


KTM Sportmotorcycles has a deeply rooted motorsport tradition, building race-ready motorcycles for competitive and recreational riding. More than 130 world championship titles, victories at Dakar and countless national championships are proof of the company’s great technical expertise. Recently, the company has entered into the streetbike category with a variety of sporting and adventure-touring road-going machines.Austrian engineer Hans Trunkenpolz opens a metal-working shop in Mattighofen, Austria. The name of the business is Kraftfahrzeuge Trunkenpolz Mattighofen. The company’s first motorcycle is developed – the R100.
Sharper and lighter than anything that calls itself competition: 120 Nm torque, 155 HP at 10,000 rpm and withs less than 200 kilos fully tanked.

Nonetheless, thanks to innovative solutions and meticulous detail work, we've achieved unsurpassed rideability - on the street and on the racetrack, in every situation - of life or riding
The 990 Super Duke R has to be the hottest bike available manufactured in series. In this case, the KTM engineers did their utmost to develop a “machine” that would exploit to the fullest every last inch of leeway in road traffic certification: Fully adjustable 48 WP forks, ultralight mono-seat tail section, chromium molybdenum tubular trellis frame weighing a mere 9 kg as well as an additional steering damper for extreme circuit times. Out of the rut and into the race.

TVS launches Apache RTR 160 FI, will launch four new bikes this fiscal


TVS Motor has launched a fuel-injected variant of its Apache motorcycle. Fitted with a 1600cc fuel-injected engine, the new Apache RTR 160 FI is priced at Rs 64,990 ex-showroom Delhi. ‘The fuel injection technology deployed in the RTR FI gives the motorcycle crisper throttle response and enhances its fuel efficiency,’ said HS Goindi, marketing head at TVS Motor Company.

The Chennai-based TVS Motor also has big plans for launching new bikes – the company intends to launch no less than four new bikes in the current fiscal. Some of TVS’ new bikes and scooters will be launched during the festive period in October this year, while the other will come in early next year.

TVS expects a 15-20% growth in sales during the current financial year – the company expects to sell around 15 lakh units in this period. In addition to the fuel-injected Apache RTR 160, TVS also intends to launch Apache variants with bigger engines (to take on bikes like the Bajaj Pulsar 180 and Pulsar 200), a new 125cc motorcycle and more powerful scooter variants.

Given the rising prices of petrol, TVS is also said to be working on CNG / LPG-powered bikes, though details on these are not available at the moment. The company is targeting a 40% increase in exports this year, with overseas sales increasing in the ASEAN region. TVS exports two-wheelers from its plant in Indonesia

Bajaj Auto posts q1 net profit of Rs 1.75 billion


Despite a slowdown in two-wheeler sales, Bajaj Auto Ltd. has posted a net profit of Rs 1.75 billion (US$41 million) in the first quarter of this fiscal.

Following a restructuring which split the manufacturing and financial services businesses into separate firms, Bajaj Auto relisted in May this year. The company’s net sales for the quarter amounted to Rs 23.11 billion.

Bajaj sold 620,095 motorcycles, scooters and three-wheelers in the first quarter of this fiscal, an increase of 8.5 percent over the same period last year. The company, which expects two-wheeler sales to be flat during 2008-09, plans to launch four new 125cc bikes, weaning consumers away from lower-capacity, lower-margin 100cc motorcycles.

Bajaj Auto Limited (BAL) has decided to produce its first four-wheeler light commercial vehicle – the PV1500 – at its manufacturing facility at Waluj, near Aurangabad. This LCV, which is expected to hit the market by mid-2009, will be designed and developed in-house, by BAL’s own technical and R&D team.

At one time, Bajaj used to produce various components for its two-wheelers at its Waluj factory. The sheds where these components used to be made are now not in use, since components are sourced from outside. The company may use these sheds to set up assembly lines for the PV1500.

With a payload capacity of one tonne, the PV1500 will go up against the Tata Ace. To source components for their first four-wheeler LCV, Bajaj is also likely to set up a vendor park at the Waluj, where suppliers will be encouraged to set up operations

Special Report- Honda and Bajaj Luxurybikes


Eying a big potential for luxury bikes in India, where tastes are changing from mass-market machines to high-end bikes, Honda and Bajaj are looking at launching new sportsbikes in the country in the next couple of months.

There had been a sudden surge in the number of International Sportsbikes brands entering the Indian market, over the past two years. Initially the trend was set by Kinetic with the launch of the 250cc, v-twin-powered Hyosung Comet in India back in 2005. Then it was Yamaha, which launched the Yamaha R1 in India and the MT-01 cruiser in 2007. Soon later followed by the Italian motorcycle giant Ducati, who launched an array of superbikes costing up to almost 50 lakhs, and finally Suzuki joined the superbike bandwagon in late-2008, with its Hayabusa superbike and the Intruder cruiser.
Keeping with that trend, Honda and Bajaj don’t want to be left behind. Honda now intends to provide some competition to the Yamaha R1and the Suzuki Hayabusa by launching the Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade in India, in the first quarter of this year, and following will be a naked version of the bike (pictured below).

Honda also plans to launch the Honda CB1000R in India alongside it. Both bikes are expected to be priced at around Rs 9.5-10.5 lakhs, making them slightly cheaper alternatives to the R1 and the Hayabusa.

Top Honda Luxury bikes launched at Kyalami


Honda SA has launched its 2005 sports flagships on to the South African market with a flat-out track session at Kyalami racetrack near Johannesburg.

There an unruly mob of bike journos was able to give the new bikes big handfuls of throttle without worrying about such things as taxis, speed limits and traffic cops.

Before that, however, Honda SA motorcycle division head Basil Forssman presented the new CBR600RR and CBR1000RR Fireblade to the media.

He explained that pure sports machines ("superbikes" in PR-speak) make up about 10 percent of the two-wheeled market.


Honda now has 24 percent of that elite segment, thanks mostly to earlier versions of these two models; the 2004 CBR600RR was in fact last year's top 600-class sports bike.

Then it was time to put the bikes to the ultimate test on South Africa's premier racing circuit, an incredibly difficult track where nearly all the corners are blind. I spent the first session on the bigger machine re-learning where all the corners go, then settled down to some smooth laps on the 600.

Despite the phenomenal poise and competence of Honda's finest, I must admit that the high point of the day was being passed (no, let's be honest – demolished) by honoured guest Jim Redman, who won six World GP titles for Honda in the 1960s and is still racing at 73.

After all, how many street riders can boast of sharing a track with a living legend

YAMAHA LAUNCHES LUXURY BIKES


Yamaha Motor India Pvt. Ltd. (YMI) has rolled out two of its flagship models, the Super Sports YZF - R1 and the Torque Sports MT01 priced at Rs. 10.5 lakh each (ex-showroom) in the Indian market. With the ride of these two legendary machines into the country, the Japanese bike major is all set to provide Indian riders a chance to experience true ‘Art of Engineering’, which lies at the heart of Yamaha’s creations. Yamaha’s latest offerings combine technological superiority with artistic brilliance, to bring to life motorcycles that not only excite but astound.

YMI is the first two wheeler company to introduce this genre of super sports and torque sports performance bike in India. YZF - R1 and MT01 have gained immense popularity globally and have been instrumental in successfully demonstrating the technology superiority of Yamaha worldwide. The introduction of these machines, illustrates company’s aim of enriching Indian bikers riding experience and elevating the current biking paradigm.

“The rising number of big bikes enthusiasts coupled with increasing income levels makes India one of the most important markets for Yamaha”, says Tomotaka Ishikawa, CEO & MD, Yamaha Motor India. He adds, “With YZF - R1 and MT01, we aim to enrich Indian biker’s riding experience by adding a lifestyle quotient that would establish Yamaha’s credential as a technology superior and cool brand. The company is committed to provide international quality and lifestyle attributes of Yamaha brand to Indian consumers.

Signifying the launch of YZF - R1 and MT01 models as the first step towards the establishment of Global Yamaha image in India, Mr. Ishikawa further added that “the company is all geared to the challenge, to rebuild Yamaha brand in India and with the launch of YZF - R1 and MT01, Yamaha unleashes its strategic intent to offer superior product in India in times to comes, which would appeal to the Indian motorcycling trends.

The company is looking at refining the motorcycling culture in India by bringing in technologically advanced and visually appealing machines. Yamaha believes that building motorcycles is both a technological and an artistic endeavor. It pursues a level of performance that transcends mere specifications. The goal is to produce technologically superior motorcycles that should have a deep and intangible emotional appeal. Creating such machines is the essence of Yamaha-ism. It is what defines the company and this is what we call the “Art of Engineering"

LUXURY BIKES


We have wondered how Yamaha is still on top in sports bikes. The clear fact behind this success is the technology they use in their bikes. The best bikes launched by Yamaha Motor company are FJR1300AS, the 1000cc big naked models FZ1 and FZ1 Fazer, YFZ-R1 and YFZ-R6. The FJR1300AS features the new YCC-S that enables gear changes without clutch operation, while the YZF-R6 adopts with YCC-T, the first electronic controlled throttle on a production motorcycle. Yamaha also introduced its GENICH engineering concept that makes use of state of art electronic control technologies in motorcycle development. The YCC-S and YCC-T feature on the FJR1300AS and YZF-R6 are examples of this concept at work in motorcycle design.
Yamaha’s one of the rash version is yfz 600. It was launched in the year 1999 and was rated as top sports bike in the year of release. It has a 600 CC, liquid-cooled, 16-valve four cylinder engine and is known as thunder cat in the bike market. It is one of the best super sports motorbike in category of 600-650 CC. It has 6 speed transmission system, mono shock, 14 liter tank, allien look and by default it comes with a combination of blue-white with custom black or silver. It is also customized in drag racing and many racing events.

YAMAHA LUXURY BIKES


When we talk about sports what comes to our mind? Race, bikes, cars, etc. What strikes immediately when we get to hear about bike races? powerful, classic and colorful sport bikes… Yamaha, what does this word brings to your mind? Of course sport bikes. Yamaha has successfully launched some of the daring motor cycles of the world. We may say that this company is dedicated to racing sport. We can describe a lot about the creations of yamaha and one of their destroying creation is YFZ-R1. It a 1000cc devil and posseses high torque.Its light weight and 600 class chassis targets high speed and performance. The bike is equipped with a short-stroke 998cc DOHC, 20-valve, liquid-cooled inline four-cylinder engine that delivers a peak power of 175 bhp. Apart from all the technical stuffs we are astonished to see its style and daring outlook. It impressive and kindles the curiosity to experience to take a ride on it. Its one of my favorite bikes ever since it was released. Hope sport lovers and rash riders wish to have one of this.

Aerodynamic canopy for your luxury bike!


Yes you heard it right, now there is an aerodynamic canopy for sports bikes called Rocketshields.

According to the inventor of Rocketshields, David Fermil, the project started with the aim to keep the rain off of David’s face, while commuting daily from Ensenada, Mexico to San Diego.

However it has now evolved into a product which not only protects him from rain and mist, but also from hot winds.

According to David, the canopy can withstand winds at 150mph and still maintain good all around visibility. Add to that one doesn’t need to install any extra mounts or bolts and rocketshield can easily be fixed on stock front and rear mountings of your motorcycle.

While I have to admit that it does look futuristic and would certainly attract a lot of attention, I am not quite sold at the idea of supporting one on my motorcycle.

BMW IMME 1200


Nicolas Bubar (22) and Yves Dufeutrelle (24) are design students at the international school of design and they thought that a sports bike based on the BMW 1200 boxer would be good idea. Tell you what folks; it definitely was a good idea for the IMME 1200 would now be presented at the next Munich Motorcycle Show at BMW stands.

Nitin Khosa designed this amazing concept to satiate a thirty plus individual who was looking to redeem his attitude and youth with a stunning, aggressive, and evil looking bike. Khosa answered his cause by creating the Dacoit (a class of robbers in India who act in gangs and are usually armed and dangerous). The face of the bike depicts an evil figure whose eyes/headlights are peeping from underneath the hood.

The Embrio from Bombraider is a prototype, which could become a virtual reality somewhere around 2025 for this technology is too ultramodern considering the present generation bikes. It sports a single wheel and is powered by a hydrogen fuel cell, which creates power by mixing hydrogen and oxygen, creating only water as a by-product.

Top 10 revolutionary concept bikes


The world is altering for the pits, but atleast the people from the biking world can swank of a contrary notion. The concepts, which have evolved over the past few years, are definitely heart warming and since we people have the tendency to forget, let us just rev up and see the stunning concepts that have made an impact and left a lasting impression.
Paul Yang wasn’t a designer by profession and he merely fluked it to join hands with the famous Larry Nagel but the amateur status of Paul did not prove to be a hindrance by any means. Indeed, a first time project bike conventionally takes 18 to 24 months for completion and these two managed to produce a moving guzzler mere seven months which talks highly about the efficiency and dedication of this Duo .
The Peraves Monotracer combines the features of a sports bike and a sports car and if any of you doubt it, just as a substantiation, it took Peraves some 90 prototypes and 12 million kilometers to be sure that they live up to the rumored repute . When the driver dives into a corner a retractable stabilizer wheel is positioned in less than a half a second, enabling the bike to lean up to 52 degrees more, than most sport bikes in their lifetime.

Thursday, October 15, 2009

SUPER BIKES


The greatest endurance race in motorsport history, the great Le Mans 24 heurs, is a true test of a drivers and also the manufactures endurance. Both drivers and machines need to last a gruelling 24 hours to successfully complete this leviathon of a race.
- this attractive large format World SuperBikes calendar features 16 months and 13 full colour photographs with plenty of room to write special dates, birthdays and anniversaries on the calendar grid. Closed size 12 inches x 12 inches (30.5 cm x 30.5 cm) opens up to 24 inches x 12 inches.
World Grand Prix Bikes Calendar 2007 - this attractive large format World Grand Prix Bikes calendar features 16 months and 13 full colour photographs with plenty of room to write special dates, birthdays and anniversaries on the calendar grid. Closed size 12 inches x 12 inches (30.5 cm x 30.5 cm) opens up to 24 inches x 12 inches.

How to Make a Pocket Bike Faster


Pocket bikes are scaled-down versions of performance motorcycles that have 49cc or smaller engines. They are built for younger children and provide the experience of riding a performance motorcycle without the expense and safety issues associated with riding the larger versions of the bikes. As with any motorized vehicle, there seems to always come a time when owners will look for more power, faster speeds, etc., and pocket bikes are no different. This article will take you through the simplest of modification processes in order to add real horsepower to your bike.
Remove the plastic body shrouding around the entire bike using the screwdrivers. Unscrew the mounting bolts and pull the shrouds off. Use the ratchet set to remove the header bolts and muffler mounting bolts and pull the old exhaust off. Loosen and remove the mounting bolts on the carburetor as well and pull the air cleaner hose free. Disconnect the gas lines and pull the carburetor free.

Install the aftermarket exhaust and muffler by bolting the header to the exhaust outtake and then bolting the muffler onto the end of the exhaust pipe. Remount the plastic shrouding around the bike and then start the bike up and take it for a spin. With the increase in fuel and air delivery, your little 49cc engine should be a screamer!

Super Pocket bike


On first impressions most believe (myself included) that you can ride these bikes without any safety gear or legal documentation. However I have researched that the truth is that in the UK these mini bikes are treated in the same manner as any 50cc moped.

However the vast majority of these “mini-moto” riders seem to believe that these rules do not apply to them. To be honest I can understand their point of view. Many of these pocket bikes are so small they do look like toys and one does wonder if they can cause any harm. But in the last few years these bikes have caused a lot of “out cry” due to many of the “Chav” tribe causing a nuisance by riding them at high speed in public areas.

This lack of information regarding these super pocket bikes seems to also exist abroad as this Australian police article shows.

Personally I have not ridden one of these mini pocket bikes so I can’t compare it to the real thing.

If you have ridden one of the pocket bikes or been caused grief by these mini moto riders then please comment!

Happy scoters


Check this out! Newest and coolest mini gas scooter - GS-460, is a powerful, yet affordable gas scooter! Powered by a Monsterous 46cc 2 Stroke Engine features include a sturdy aluminum frame and deck, front and rear disc brakes, easy foldable assembly, rear muffler & and removable seat. This Super Cool gas Scooter goes up to 30+ miles per hour! The carrying capacity for this scooter is 300 lbs.
The Scooter series comes in a variety of models with a wide range of options. All scooter come with F&R Shocks and most have F&R Disc brakes as well. This model is the bare bones version of the scooter line. It is easy to find parts for them, they don''t cost a mint, and are reasonably rugged.
Our products are superior quality and all materials and components are inspected under strict quality control before packaging. The products are double boxed and well cushioned to ensure that they are intact during shipment.

Luxury Bikes




Super-bikes has it all, with cutting edge physics, total control over rider
movement and immersive gameplay that puts you right in the seat of some of the
most powerful bikes on the planet. Super-bikes has something to offer all racing
fans! Intense rivalries and superior AI make the game both challenging and
rewarding while the graphics, animation and sheer attention to detail make
Super-bikes a visual feast!

Features

* Separate control for the bike and rider position delivers
the ultimate precision motorcycle racing experience

* Individually modelled, manufacturer approved bikes
featuring the same acceleration, weight, balance, cornering ability as in real
life

* Persistent opponents – Thanks to its advanced AI,
SUPER-BIKES will feature recurring opponents as the player advances through the
game. The player will be able to appreciate how they grow in certain skills and
become more challenging as the game progresses, much like his own driving.

* Tracks – SUPER-BIKES will feature 3 categories of tracks:
Race Tracks (Assen, Laguna Seca, Donington, Hockenheim, Valencia, Albacete),
Country (Alpes, Cote d'Azur, Tuscan Hills, Highlands, Corsica, Amalfi Coast) and
City (London, Barcellona, Berlin), for a total of more than 30 tracks thanks to
the different variants available.

* Wet Conditions – All tracks will feature a wet condition
variant that will have the effect of reduced grip in the handling model. This
will add a new challenge to each track in the game.

* End-Level Graphics – SUPER-BIKES will benefit from the
implementation of amazing audio and visual effects (e.g. real time environmental
mapping, particles animations, blurring effects…).

Sunday, October 11, 2009

Ducati To Burn Its Tires On Indian Roads


Italy's Ducati Motor Holding announced its entry into India on Wednesday with its full range of premium bikes, priced between Rs15 lakhs to Rs50 lakhs. Ducati motorcycles will first be available through two exclusive showrooms in Mumbai and Delhi.
Eyeing great potential for luxury bikes in India, where tastes are changing from mass-market machines to high-end bikes, Italy's Ducati Motor Holding forayed into the country with its full range of premium bikes.

"We are very impressed with the evolution of the Indian market. It is no longer an emerging market, but a strong economy. I am very proud to officially announce our entry in the Indian market," Ducati Motor Holding CEO Gabriele Del Torchio said.

The company has entered India with the objective to be a market leader in the premium segment, he added.

"We will be importing 50 bikes this year. If we are able to sell these 50 units in the current year, then it will be more than enough," Torchio said.
The company has launched 4 different models within the price range of Rs 15-50 lakhs, with multiple variants....Precision Motor India Pvt Ltd is the sole distributor of Ducati bikes in India

Harley Davidson Motorcycles In India


Harley Davidson Motorcycles In India
Harley Davidson has launched in Indian Market with a Bang.The Company has already started looking to expand its dealerships in India and has set up its base as Gurgaon.

Lets have a look at the kind of motorcycles that are being offered by them in India.

Harley-Davidson produces heavyweight motorcycles (651cc+) in the custom, touring, roadster and power cruiser market segments. The Harley-Davidson range of motorcycles is divided into five families. Each family includes a variety of models, so there’s truly a Harley-Davidson® motorcycle to suit any rider. In addition we offer an exclusive range of limited production custom motorcycles lovingly assembled by our Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO) team to be the last word in styling, luxury and performance.
Sportster®motorcycles are tough, no-nonsense, stripped down, ready-for-action street bikes. First introduced in 1957, they have remained true to their original raw styling for more than half a century with a trademark low seat height, peanut fuel tank and natural riding position. They are the most narrow,
nimble and agile bikes in the Harley-Davidson®family, with the most responsive handling.

Harley-Davidson launches new Iron 883


If you are not satisfied with Hayabusa, Fireblade or Yamaha R1, then you should look forward to the BMW motorcycles which would enter into the Indian market in the near future. Almost 13 years after its abortive attempt to enter the Indian market through a joint venture with the Hero Group, German luxury carmaker BMW is planning another foray into the country’s minuscule high-end motorcycle market.
The company is studying India’s high-end and premium motorcycle market to introduce its Motorrad range of super bikes in India, said a top BMW India official. “Our people from BMW Motorcycle are having a look at the market. They are also in discussion with us for feedback on the matter.

As soon as we see potential for available market entry for sustainable growth, we would take that into consideration,” said Peter Kronschnabl, president, BMW India. The bikes of the Motorrad range will cost more than Rs.10 lakh in India, said another BMW India official.

Victory Vision: What’s The Heck Is That?


Touring bikes are not my passion and highly futuristic designs not my cup of tea. So, when I had several pictures of the new Victory Vision stare at me, I became speechless (translate by what am I going to write about this one). Victory Motorcycles presents the new Vision model as the most progressive American luxury-touring bike ever built. This high tech V-Twin cruiser is the result of more than 6 years of research and development and the Vision models will be available in September. Insiders of the industry know that (thanks to the baby boomers) the “Bagger” segment is the fastest growing. The most valued too, in terms of dollars spent. In addition to its very 21st century look that I let you appreciate or hate, the Vision has an impressive list of features. 50-degree Freedom V-Twin (size undisclosed). Exhaust mufflers nestled in slots under the shell saddlebags. Electric windshield and adjustable side wind deflectors. 6-gallon gas tank (minimum 200 miles range) with incorporated stereo controls. Satellite radio. GPS. MP3 support. Heated grips and seat. 65.6 wheelbase. 26.5” seat height. 29-degree rake. 5.4” of trail Front suspension looks to be the same 43mm fork from the Vegas line. Rear shock is said to have some measure of adjustability. 300mm rotors using three-piston calipers.
Antilock brakes (not confirmed). And of course a price well above 20 K for the 2 versions (Vision Street & Vision Tour with Top Case. Production is supposed to start in June and it’s only at this date that all definitive specifications will be released. My head is spinning. Is the Vision the future of American touring? Maybe. You will tell me what you think. At least I am going to know how many bagger riders read this Blog. But first, go to the special website Polaris/Victory created for its new touring bikes. Victory Vision Experience. It is worth looking at the pictures

Bicycles are in power from a long time but the designing of high performance bikes and cars may led down the popularity of bicycles but now the latest


If you love to spend richly on luxury bikes and are dedicated more towards Ducati then you might just give it a thought to shift your loyalties a bit and try this $45,000 200 bhp Super Squalo that is loosely modelled on a Ducati 999. The superbike is designed by world renowned motorcycle designer John Keogh along with Vee Two’s Brook Henry and Sprintex. The unique machine will be hand-built and will be manufactured in limited edition of 99 only and each machine will be individually numbered. Gizmag reports that, ‘The bike will feature the latest top shelf gear including a close ratio six speed gearbox, powershifter, ceramic coated dual exhaust system, Ohlins suspension front and rear, Marchesini wheels, digital race dashboard and a rear-facing camera and in-dash video screen for rearwards view.’ The frame of the luxury bike is a Ducati 999 unit with adjustable rake and trail and wheelbase. So, get ready to vroom guys!!

World’s Most Expensive Bicycle Design Ever


Luxurious items are hitting the whole world market the newest world’s most expensive bike is one very unique addition between all. These bikes are adorned by 24K gold and the sparkle of Swarovski crystal.
Bicycles are in power from a long time but the designing of high performance bikes and cars may led down the popularity of bicycles but now the latest crystal adorned sparkly bicycles are hitting the whole market as your status icon. There are two designs available in these bikes one made up of gold and other adorned by 600 Swarovski crystals.

Each crystal embedded and gold bicycles costs over $102,418.60 USD and only gold plated bicycle costs $26,791.83 USD. How funny, do you really wish to invest this much for a bicycle? Yes I think someone wish to so you can get it very easily by hand delivery anywhere in the world. These highly luxurious bicycles are full of classic styles.

Introducing The World’s First Electrical Digital Superbike




Do you have a passion of bike riding? If yes then get here is the World’s first electric Digital Superbike.

This is the amazing Superbike it is fastest run on road you can easily drive this bike anywhere it has great features such as up to 120mph in just 7-8 seconds without leaving any carbon footprint it is loaded with 10 battery packs and hopefully win in world’s first zero emissions road race and three motors to participate.

This is the amazing model bike I really like this bike I have a great passion of bike it looks attractive it has except for the apparent iPhone on the console.


Do you have a passion of bike riding? If yes then get here is the World’s first electric Digital Superbike.

This is the amazing Superbike it is fastest run on road you can easily drive this bike anywhere it has great features such as up to 120mph in just 7-8 seconds without leaving any carbon footprint it is loaded with 10 battery packs and hopefully win in world’s first zero emissions road race and three motors to participate.

This is the amazing model bike I really like this bike I have a great passion of bike it looks attractive it has except for the apparent iPhone on the console.


Do you have a passion of bike riding? If yes then get here is the World’s first electric Digital Superbike.

This is the amazing Superbike it is fastest run on road you can easily drive this bike anywhere it has great features such as up to 120mph in just 7-8 seconds without leaving any carbon footprint it is loaded with 10 battery packs and hopefully win in world’s first zero emissions road race and three motors to participate.

This is the amazing model bike I really like this bike I have a great passion of bike it looks attractive it has except for the apparent iPhone on the console.


Do you have a passion of bike riding? If yes then get here is the World’s first electric Digital Superbike.

This is the amazing Superbike it is fastest run on road you can easily drive this bike anywhere it has great features such as up to 120mph in just 7-8 seconds without leaving any carbon footprint it is loaded with 10 battery packs and hopefully win in world’s first zero emissions road race and three motors to participate.

This is the amazing model bike I really like this bike I have a great passion of bike it looks attractive it has except for the apparent iPhone on the console.


Do you have a passion of bike riding? If yes then get here is the World’s first electric Digital Superbike.

This is the amazing Superbike it is fastest run on road you can easily drive this bike anywhere it has great features such as up to 120mph in just 7-8 seconds without leaving any carbon footprint it is loaded with 10 battery packs and hopefully win in world’s first zero emissions road race and three motors to participate.

This is the amazing model bike I really like this bike I have a great passion of bike it looks attractive it has except for the apparent iPhone on the console.

World’s Most Expensive Bicycle Design Ever


We have earlier also told you about exclusive luxury bikes, including $130,000 Louis Vuitton Motorcycle and 24K gold-plated Kawasaki ZX-636 that will leave your adrenaline pumping, but, this 1,500-pound Tomahawk, is not just a bike...it’s a suerbike! The V10 beast by Chrysler can achieve reach 60 miles an hour in about 2.5 seconds. The Dodge V10 concept was launched at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, and is now ready for production. The beaster packs 8.3-liter capacity and 10 cylinders in its engine which can propel it to top speed of nearly 400 mph. The superbike features independent four-wheel suspension and it boasts chrome-draped looks. And, just like its outlandish looks and features, it will carry a price tag of at least $250,000. Only, a few hundred models will run into production, so make-up your mind early, if the tag doesn’t seems torturous to you!!

Saturday, October 10, 2009

Backroad Ramblings


While meandering through my stack of monthly motorcycle magazines, I stumbled upon a 1000cc shootout that stopped me in my proverbial tracks. Among the entrants compared were the usual lot of Japanese masterpieces, the Honda CBR1000RR, Suzuki GSX-R1000, the Yamaha YFZ-R1, and the Kawasaki ZX-10R. It was the remaining two entrants that prevented me, momentarily, from wandering over to the cupboard for a fistful of Cheez-Its. The Ducati 999S and the MV Agusta F4 1000 S had made the grade of being worthy opponents of the Big Four in this particular shootout, but it's their results that I found a bit disturbing.

Riders with even so much as a hint of racing heritage in their veins can't help but get a little googly eyed over the blood red paint scheme and flowing lines of the Ducati. I mean, after all this is an Italian bike that oozes with the same kind of romantic appeal that has made Ferrari so desirable throughout the ages. Comparatively, the price tag of the Ducati is nearly double that of the R1, which would lead one to believe that perhaps the performance, too then, would be double. Hardly.

While the Yamaha was quoted as putting out 149.9 horsepower and hitting a top speed of 181, the Duc rated 130.8 horses and a top speed of 165. Of course, the Ducati is a V-Twin rather than an inline-Four of its Japanese rivals, and likewise one would expect the bike to be lighter as a result. Wrong again, the R1 weighed in at 423 pounds while the 999 tipped the scales at 434 pounds.

The hard data didn't exactly paint a pretty picture for the Ducati, at least not nearly as well as the photograph of the bike leaning impossibly inward around a tight switch-back did. The report, whether intentional or not, got me thinking about exactly how much (or how little) emphasis we place on hard numbers and performance data in selecting a new model to purchase (or even just to fantasize about).

Special Report- Honda and Bajaj Superbikes in India shortly



Eying a big potential for luxury bikes in India, where tastes are changing from mass-market machines to high-end bikes, Honda and Bajaj are looking at launching new sportsbikes in the country in the next couple of months.

There had been a sudden surge in the number of International Sportsbikes brands entering the Indian market, over the past two years. Initially the trend was set by Kinetic with the launch of the 250cc, v-twin-powered Hyosung Comet in India back in 2005. Then it was Yamaha, which launched the Yamaha R1 in India and the MT-01 cruiser in 2007. Soon later followed by the Italian motorcycle giant Ducati, who launched an array of superbikes costing up to almost 50 lakhs, and finally Suzuki joined the superbike bandwagon in late-2008, with its Hayabusa superbike and the Intruder cruiser
Keeping with that trend, Honda and Bajaj don’t want to be left behind. Honda now intends to provide some competition to the Yamaha R1and the Suzuki Hayabusa by launching the Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade in India, in the first quarter of this year, and following will be a naked version of the bike (pictured below).

Honda also plans to launch the Honda CB1000R in India alongside it. Both bikes are expected to be priced at around Rs 9.5-10.5 lakhs, making them slightly cheaper alternatives to the R1 and the Hayabusa