Our reality beating liter motor is helped too much with supercharger innovation from the unparalleled H2.
The immortal Sugomi style oozes Kawasaki DNA, exquisite shading subtleties, full TFT screen, quickshifter and a chrome air admission join custom of the Z with the innovation of the H2. Supercharge your life.
The Z brand has a rich history that stretches back right around 50 years. Presently with the appearance of the Supernaked Z H2 with its supercharged motor, the second part of Z history is going to start.
A refining of the immense innovation controlled by Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd., the inventive Z H2 is a cruiser deserving of title "extreme." This new leader model will lead the Z Series into what's to come.
Honda Talon 1000X and 1000R, Honda Talon and Honda R & D Americas, Inc. in Raymond, Ohio, Ohio, are two new entrances to the side-by-side segment of the fast-growing sport.
Honda is an experienced workforce building in South Carolina Mfg. In order to meet the increasing demand for side-by-side vehicles, HSC completed an expansion project of $ 45 million in 2018, adding 250 new jobs and 115,000 square meters of space.
The project included a new line of paint, a new paint line to increase the quality and color variations, new buildings and expansions to increase production efficiency. The facility also added automatic guided carriers and elevator aids to support quality, logistics, safety and ergonomic developments for partners.
Over the last 20 years, Honda in South Carolina has evolved to a world-class team that can produce a complex model like Honda Talon, alongside a small ATV production facility, "he said. HSC. ”This expansion and innovation was made possible by the efforts of an incredible joint team dedicated to meeting the needs of our customers.“
Based on numerous collaborative developments with Honda R & D Americas, the Talon brings a new level of off-road excitement, precision, performance and quality that makes it possible for you to come together in the sport.
"Talon is really a side-by-side vehicle and I am proud of the future of Honda employees in South Carolina as well as being part of their development," said Chuck Boderman, vice president of American Honda Powersport. "The side-by-side sports market is showing significant growth and it's exciting to have the new Honda Talon for our dealers and customers."
CES 2019 BMW Motorrad's self-driving variety of motorbike shots
Innovative experiences: BMW R 1200 GS as self-driving motorcycle; BMW X7 is fighting off-road course.
In the outdoor spaces of the exhibition center, BMW and BMW Motorrad will offer two different but unique fascinating experiences.
BMW Motorrad will present a great test and research tool at CES 2019 to demonstrate the BMW Group's expertise in automatic driving. Self-driving BMW R 1200 GS can start, accelerate, slow down, slow down maneuvers. and stop on your own. The development of this test tool will provide valuable information about the driving dynamics that can be used to help the driver recognize dangerous situations and master challenging driving maneuvers. In this way, self-propelled motorcycles, ideal lines and excellent cornering, accurate braking point and acceleration of traction optimization,
The new BMW S 1000 RR - lighter, faster and easier to control.
The new BMW S 1000 RR sees its world premiere at EICMA 2018. With a completely new engine and suspension, the engine power increased by 6 kW (8 hp) to 152 kW (207 hp) (US: 151 kW (205) hp) and 208 to 197 kg (M Pack) With a weight reduction of 193.5 kg, the super sports bike, originally launched in 2009, is now entering the third completely new generation. In addition to improved performance, other focal points were to make the new RR at least a second faster than before, create a more user-friendly design, and offer maximum controllability and reliability. Whether for daily use, on winding roads, or for high-performance racetrack navigation - the new RR leaves nothing to be desired. In particular, BMW Motorrad is able to take aid systems such as traction and wheel control, ABS and Hill Start Control to a whole new level; The same applies to the LED lighting system and the large TFT display.
New improved engine with BMW ShiftCam Technology for more power and higher power in the low and mid-engine speed range.
With its newly developed 4-cylinder in-line engine, the new RR, now 4 kg lighter than its predecessor, achieves a completely new level of performance. For this purpose, not only the geometry of the suction and exhaust ports has been further optimized, the motorcycle now comes with BMW ShiftCam Technology - a completely new technology that changes valve timing and valve strokes on the intake side for BMW engines. A revised entry gate and a new exhaust system, 1.3 kg lighter, also contribute to improved overall performance. The rationality and speed of driving benefit from a significantly increased torque over a wide engine speed range.
The new 2017 Yamaha YXZ1000R SS SE model sports Matte Carbon and Matte Black painted bodywork with color matched seats, a Racing Blue frame with color matched A-arms, and durable 14-inch true bead lock wheels with interior upgrades such as high-quality, lightweight aluminum throttle and brake pedals, painted shift lever, factory-installed interior lighting, and a sport-inspired rearview mirror.
2017 Yamaha YXZ1000R SS Special Edition
2017 Yamaha YXZ1000R SS Special Edition Features All-New Yamaha Sport Shift 5-Speed Sequential Shift Transmission
Yamaha breaks new ground with Yamaha Sport Shift, a sequential 5-speed manual transmission featuring Yamaha Chip Controlled Shift (YCC-S) technology. This system combines the power, durability and efficiency of a traditional manual transmission with an advanced automatic clutch system that replaces the foot-operated clutch pedal with sporty paddle shifters mounted to the steering column. Plus, a Launch System provides for thrilling take-offs.
2017 Yamaha YXZ1000R SS Special Edition
2017 Yamaha YXZ1000R SS Special Edition Unmatched Side-by-Side Performance
The YXZ1000R SS is proof that Yamaha is the leader in powersports performance. Featuring a 998cc inline triple engine mated to an all-new Sport Shift 5-speed sequential shift gearbox with On-Command® 4WD, massive FOX Racing® suspension front and rear, and styling the competition can’t touch, the YXZ1000R SS is in a class by itself—the only true pure sport side-by-side ever developed.
2017 Yamaha YXZ1000R SS Special Edition
2017 Yamaha YXZ1000R SS Special Edition Stunning 998cc Three-Cylinder Engine
Featuring a compact DOHC twelve-valve cylinder head, an aggressive 11.3:1 compression ratio and high-tech dry-sump lubrication, the YXZ1000R SS engine offers jaw-dropping power, fantastic midrange torque and a thrilling 10,500 rpm redline. Built for the pure sport side-by-side enthusiast, there’s nothing else like it.
2017 Yamaha YXZ1000R SS Special Edition
2017 Yamaha YXZ1000R SS Special Edition Terrain Conquering FOX® Podium® RC2 Shocks
Huge piggyback FOX® 2.5 Podium® RC2 Shocks bring visual impact with unmatched performance. All four corners are fully adjustable—spring preload, rebound and both high- and low-speed compression damping—with a huge 16.2 inches of front travel and 17.0 inches at the rear, with integrated Bottom-Out technology as well as front and rear sway bars. Result: Exceptional ride quality, tuneability and handling.
2017 Yamaha YXZ1000R SS Special Edition
2017 Yamaha YXZ1000R SS Special Edition Ergonomics Built for Performance
The YXZ1000R SS cab features plush, high-back seats with extra lateral support and outside shoulder bolsters, and the cockpit is built to provide a balance of driving confidence with comfort. Shaped floorboards provide generous legroom while still giving a planted feel during aggressive driving, and both the driver’s seat and steering wheel are adjustable to ensure a perfect fit.
The launch of the reigning back-to-back MotoAmerica Champion R6, sharper than ever for 2017 with a long list of performance-enhancing refinements, is just weeks away and ready for pre-order. YZF-R6
New 2017 Yamaha YZF-R6 Features
Beauty - Technology - Speed - Meet the All-New 2017 YZF-R6 On track or street, the YZF-R6® was already one of the most advanced and successful supersport machines ever built.
For 2017, radical new styling wraps up an even more intelligent racing machine, complete with ABS brakes, new suspension and new electronic rider aids.
Unparalleled Racetrack Success The Yamaha YZF-R6 has won more AMA middleweight races and championships than any other 600cc sportbike, making it the number one choice for amateur and professional racers alike.
Legendary R6 Handling Already one of the most nimble machines in the supersport class, 2017 brings additional mass-centralization to the proven R6 package along with updated suspension, for improved front-end feedback and greater cornering confidence.
Thrilling Power and Control With a class-leading, high-revving four-cylinder powerplant at its heart, the R6 already screams across the start/finish line ahead of the pack, but for 2017, the addition of traction control and D-Modes allow the rider to extract even more performance from the potent engine.
2018 Suzuki V Strom 1000 and 2017 Suzuki V-Strom 650 Where the horizon ends, the adventure begins. Whether it’s a long-distance quest or a short-distance journey, the all-new Suzuki V-Strom line-up is designed for the spirit of discovery.
2018 Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Owerviev
Introduced in 2002, the V-Strom 1000 expanded the popularity of motorcycles in the adventure-category. When a more proficient V-Strom 1000 debuted in 2014, it was also embraced by riders around the world. To reemphasize the V-Strom’s leadership in this category, Suzuki applies new technology and practical experience to the new 2018 V-Strom 1000.
Always a good citizen, this new V-Strom has refined systems to maintain engine performance and great fuel economy while achieving world-wide emission standards. To emphasize Suzuki’s adventure heritage the V-Strom’s exterior has undergone a transformation giving the motorcycle a hint of its lineage and a renewed call for adventure. That fresh styling also contributes to functionality and joins the new Motion Track Anti-lock* & Combined Brake System and other features to bring rider assist technology to a new group of adventure riders.
Like every V-Strom before it, the appeal and value of the 2018 V-Strom 1000 will be recognized by experienced and enthusiastic riders. If you want to enjoy a trouble-free adventure as well, join them on a V-Strom.
2017 Suzuki V-Strom 650 Owerviev
Renowned for its versatility, reliability and value, the V-Strom 650 has attracted many riders who use it for touring, commuting, or a fun ride when the spirit moves them. It is a touchstone motorcycle balanced with a natural riding position, comfortable seat and a flexible engine character that produces stress-free riding during brief daily use or a high-mile adventure. The new 2017 V-Strom 650 now mimics the looks of the V-Strom 1000, unifying the V-Strom family.
This new V-Strom has increased engine performance and great fuel economy while achieving world-wide emission standards. A number of other updates, including weight savings and a thinner chassis, has resulted in a V-Strom that is more versatile, more controllable, and more accessible to elevate its total performance so it’s simply “More V-Strom”. And that’s what a rider wants; more of a good ride.
Try to imagine the most advanced, most exclusive motorcycle BMW Motorrad has ever built, dreamed up by a bespoke team of passionate engineers, drawing on the brand’s expertise in top-level motorsport. That's the HP4 RACE.
The Completely New MotoGP-Inspired YZF-R1 Promotional video The all-new 2015 YZF-R1 blurs the line between Superbike and the Yamaha factory M1 MotoGP bike like never before.
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R Superbike "Street and Track comparison" Promotional video Racing Improves the Breed. For Kawasaki’s thoroughbred in the hands of the KRT riders nothing but the pursuit of perfection is acceptable.
And in attaining their goal the team have not only won the 2013 WSBK Championship but helped to develop the awesome Ninja road machine. Contrast, Compare and Consider the stunning ZX-10R
BMW Motorrad -The new K 1600 GTL Exclusive Promotional video
Touring all inclusive: The K 1600 GTL Exclusive. When dynamic performance meets luxury, the result is always exclusive and sensational. BMW Motorrad presents the K 1600 GTL Exclusive -- a high-class touring bike that takes technology and visual styling to the extreme. This GTL makes all 6-cylinder dreams come true.
Yamaha 2014 Raider SCL Walkaround Features, and Promotional video
The 2014 Raider SCL screams uniqueness. The Raider SCL is powered by the same V-Twin engine as the Raider and Raider S. It also has the same power and torque throughout the whole RPM range.
The New 2014 Honda CB1100 EX Features, and Promotional video
In development of the original CB1100, Honda's engineers referenced and rode bikes like the CB500 Four, CB750F, CB900F and the very special CB1100R at the Honda Collection Hall* at Motegi. The CB1100 EX's new lines and details further builds on elements drawn from those seminal motorcycles.
The bike's redesigned, larger capacity fuel tank, seat, sidepanels, passenger grab handle and raised headlight position all came out of time spent with bikes from Honda's more recent four-cylinder history, while wire-spoke wheels are an effective -- and stylish -- reference even further back in time. The 4-2-1 exhaust of the CB1100 has been replaced by a double-skinned 4-2-2 system.
A steel double cradle frame houses the CB1100 EX's 1,140cc inline four-cylinder engine, with 41mm conventional telescopic forks and twin rear shocks providing compliant and finely tuned suspension. The riding position is unchanged: upright and relaxed.
For 2014 perhaps the most important addition is a six-speed gearbox, making for more relaxed cruising. New instrumentation within the evocative twin circular analogue dials includes a gear position indicator as well as back-calculating trip computer. Revised indicators round out the updates.
Yamaha 2014 V Star 950 Walkaround Features, and Promotional video
V Star 950 is the benchmark in the entry cruiser class, appealing to seasoned riders as well as those looking for a friendly entry-level cruiser. The air-cooled V-twin delivers plenty of distinctive, big-cruiser character and pulsing torque feel. Seat height is an extra-low 26.6 inches. The full-sized chassis has a long, low look and provides spacious comfort. Handling is sporty and responsive, great for curvy back roads and commuting around town as well as open-highway cruising.
The 942cc 60° V-twin engine is both simple and sophisticated. Sure, there’s no-fuss air cooling for traditional looks. But inside you’ll find the reason for the surprisingly spirited performance: four-valve cylinder heads, ceramic-composite-lined cylinders, forged aluminum pistons, and fuel injection. The meticulously tuned 2-into-1 exhaust system has a throaty exhaust note, and also 3-way catalyst technology to reduce air pollution.
The carefully designed chassis contributes to an exceptionally light feeling riders are sure to appreciate. The double-cradle steel main frame offers an ideal rigidity balance in the longitudinal, lateral, and torsional directions, using the engine as a stressed member. With the engine mounting position slightly forward for optimum front-rear weight distribution and its large, 18-inch front wheel, V Star 950 has outstanding handling performance.
The V Star 950 achieves fuel economy up to an estimated 47 mpg* with a fuel tank that holds 4.5 gallons of gas.
Fenders are real steel, front and rear. That adds to the quality look and feel, and makes customization easier.
2014 Yamaha FZ1 998 cc DOHC 20-Valve Engine Promotional video
Our ultimate street brawler brings 998cc of fuel-injected power to the fray, in a light-and-strong aluminum frame. Sculpted bodywork and a comfortable handlebar position for great looks and rider comfort.
Fully adjustable 43mm inverted fork and a single shock with adjustable preload and rebound damping. Tunable for sport touring or urban assault.
Compact design, 998cc DOHC 20-valve engine is tuned for tremendous mid-range punch and massive top-end power.
Fuel injection with computer-controlled sub-throttle valves provides precise fuel/air mixture for superb power delivery across the entire rev range.
Closed-deck cylinder block provides great strength while allowing a narrow engine in spite of big, 77mm bores.
Narrow-angle five-valve combustion chambers produce a highly efficient 11.5:1 compression ratio.
Carburized connecting rods with fracture split big ends produce a quick-revving engine with excellent high-rpm durability.
High silicon-content ceramic-composite cylinder lining reduces friction and maximizes heat dissipation for consistent power delivery.
Four-into two-into one short-style exhaust system with Exhaust Ultimate Power valve (EXUP®), a stainless catalizer and 02 sensor. Delivers outstanding power throughout the FZ1’s broad rpm range while meeting all emissions regulations.
Race-inspired curved radiator with twin ring-style fans keeps everything cool under all conditions.
The new 2014 Kawasaki Z1000 Features, and Promotional video
Kawasaki’s current Z1000 has been one of the only Japanese nakeds to truly go head-to-head with Europe’s finest over the past couple of years. The Z’s awesome all-around performance has had us smitten since the bike won Cycle World Best Standard honors in 2010, the year of its last major redesign. A stomping 1043cc inline-four, radical styling, and sweet-handling chassis was the recipe for success. But Kawasaki has thrown a bunch of upgrades at the bike for 2014 in an effort to keep pace in a highly competitive market segment occupied by KTM’s 1290 Super Duke R, Aprilia’s Tuono V4, Ducati’s Streetfighter and MV Agusta’s Rivale.
It’s obvious that Kawasaki took the already radical styling to a new level. Press materials refer to “Sugomi” styling, a Japanese word that means “Someone, or something inspiring awe, leaving an indelible impression, daunting in stature or ability, and commanding respect.”
Okay, whatever you call it, beyond the styling changes, the engine has been worked over with the same alterations recently unveiled on the Ninja 1000. This means there are new intake cams, revised velocity stacks and more aggressive ECU settings for improved throttle response and more bottom-to-midrange power. Shorter final-drive gearing should provide better acceleration, while a taller sixth gear helps retain highway-cruising manners.
BMW Motorrad presents its latest mid-size touring Enduro. Equipped for long distances and extreme conditions, the new BMW F 800 GS Adventure stands for extraordinary riding experience. A special "Launch Edition" comes with new features.
Day 10 of the European Tour starts typically British - it's raining cats and dogs again. Nevertheless Stephanie, Herbert and the team have to leave for Munich to arrive for the great finale of "One World.
One R 1200 GS" on time.
The scenic route goes past Lago di Toblino to Cles where Stephanie and the R 1200 GS are allowed to run riot offroad once more. A little later the most famous alpine pass lies right in front of them. They take the Brenner pass to end up in Innsbruck, Austria for another night to stay before they ride for Munich on the morrow. Read the whole story from Stephanie's tour through Europe and take part in our "One World. One R 1200 GS"
The 2013 Harley-Davidson® Breakout® motorcycle is an urban prowler, a bike ready for a midnight ramble to the roadhouse or a rib joint rendezvous with the crew.
Green light? Crack the throttle to deliver a muscular dose of American V-Twin torque and etch the asphalt with a fat rear tire. The Breakout will be long gone, along with its rider's inhibitions.
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