Wednesday, January 29, 2014

2013 Honda TRX90X



2013 Honda TRX90X - North American Specifications / Technical Details
USA MSRP: $2,999 USD
Canadian MSRP: See dealer for pricing

ENGINE
Engine Type 86cc air-cooled SOHC single-cylinder four-stroke
Bore And Stroke 47.0mm x 49.5mm
Induction 15mm piston-valve carburetor
Ignition CDI
Starter Electric


DRIVE TRAIN
Clutch Automatic
Transmission Four-speed
Driveline O-ring-sealed chain

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES
Front Suspension Independent suspension; 2.6-inch travel
Rear Suspension Swingarm with single shock; 2.6-inch travel
Front Brakes Dual sealed drum
Rear Brake Sealed drum
Front Tires 20 x 7-8
Rear Tires 19 x 8-8

DIMENSIONS
Length 58.6 inches
Width 35.2 inches
Height 36.5 inches
Wheelbase 38.7 inches
Seat Height 26.0 inches
Ground Clearance 3.9 inches
Turning Radius 8.3 feet
Curb Weight 262 pounds (Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and a full tank of fuel ready to ride)
Fuel Capacity 1.7 gallons, including 0.3-gallon reserve

OTHER
Available Colors Red
Model Id TRX90X
Note Recommended for riders 12 years of age and older. Honda recommends that all ATV riders take a training course and read their owners manual thoroughly. TRX90X riders younger than 16 years of age must be supervised by an adult.

FACTORY WARRANTY INFORMATION
Duration 1 year
Description Transferable, unlimited mileage limited warranty; extended coverage available with a Honda Protection Plan
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Tuesday, January 28, 2014

Honda Crossrunner VFR800X






2012 Honda Crossrunner VFR800X - Australian Specifications
Australia MSRP Price - 14,990 AUD

ENGINE
DISPLACEMENT 782cc
TYPE Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 16-valve DOHC 90° V-4
BORE & STROKE 72 x 48mm
COMPRESSION RATIO 11.6 : 1
STARTER Electric

CARBURETION PGM-FI electronic fuel injection
IGNITION Computer-controlled digital transistorised with electronic advance
TRANSMISSION Constant mesh 6-speed
DRIVE O-ring sealed chain
FRAME
DIMENSIONS (LxWxH) 2,130 x 799 x 1,243mm
WHEELBASE 1,464mm
SEAT HEIGHT 816mm
GROUND CLEARANCE 140mm
FUEL TANK CAPACITY 21.5 litres
KERB WIEGHT 240.4kg
CASTER ANGLE (RAKE) 25° 45
TRAIL 96mm
TYRES
FRONT 43mm cartridge-type telescopic fork with stepless preload adjustment, 165mm axle travel
REAR Pro-Link with gas-charged HMAS damper, 7-step preload and stepless rebound damping adjustment, 145mm axle travel
BRAKES
FRONT 296mm dual floating hydraulic disc with 3-piston calipers, C-ABS and sintered metal pads
REAR 256mm hydraulic disc with 2-piston caliper, C-ABS and sintered metal pads
WARRANTY
WARRANTY PERIOD 24 Months



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Monday, January 27, 2014

BMW R 1100S





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Since its introduction in September 1998, BMWs R1100S has been a popular bike with many a sports tourer fan. The S model features the most powerful boxer motor ever fitted to BMW, yet with its sporty looks, long-leggedness and comfortable riding position, this bike is equally adept at traveling long distances and will certainly rattle a few riders on your favourite road or track!

Could this be the ultimate Q bike? It may be.

The 1100S looks very much the modern bike, dare I say stylish with its twin under-seat exhausts, funky headlights and single-side swingarm. The 1/2 body work is true to BMW and is functional yet modern looking, and allows enough of the mechanical components to be viewed to onlookers. Besides, how can you disguise those huge cylinders even if you wanted to?

I had the opportunity to combine a long trip with a serious track session last month when a group of us went to Germany. Whilst we were there it would have been rude indeed to not go to the Nurburgring circuit for a few days to have a play with the Beemer on track! I had the bike from BMW at Thorne for just over a week, and in that time managed to put some 1250 miles on it. Naturally I spent a considerable amount of time on the bike, either on UK roads, French, Belgian and German motorways, and local roads (the good ones) in and around the Nurburgring. The bike did everything I asked of it and was a complete joy to ride over any period of time.

Now all BMW boxers are a bit quirky with their funny suspension, lift on acceleration and they kick left when you rev them, this 1100S is no different, in fact possibly due to its higher powered motor and free revving nature it actually feels worse that the others in the movement stakes. You still get vibrations at an uncommonly high frequency for a twin, and theres still that strange Paralever shaft-drive clunk when the bike is put into gear. The built in passenger grab rails (under the solo cowl) face inward and are almost useless, but they look great and are well integrated into the tail section behind the seat, which, unlike most other BMW models, is not adjustable. Neither are the handlebars or footpegs, for that matter, but when it comes down to it and you have to ride it for the next 300 mile stretch, this BMW comes through in splendid fashion.

Setting off in tourer mode sees the BMW become a very capable luggage horse, for some reason I seem to never be able to travel light, this time I had a fully packed pair of Oxford Throwover soft panniers and a large tail bag containing two sets of full leathers and boots over the top when I left! It was no problem to get all this on the bike even without many real tie downs available. Strapping everything on was not a problem as I decided to utilise the centre stand (yes it has one!) enabling me to get everything straight and balanced. So off we went straight down the motorways for some 150 miles to Dover from Oxford for the first leg of the trip.

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Sunday, January 26, 2014

Aprilia SMV 1200 Dorsoduro





Make Model

Aprilia SMV 1200 Dorsoduro

Year

2011

Engine

Liquid cooled, four stroke, longitudinal 90°V twin, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder Twin Spark

Capacity

1197
Bore x Stroke 106 x 67.8 mm
Compression Ratio 12.5:1

Induction

Integrated engine management system. Injection with Ride by Wire technology control of the throttle bodies

Ignition / Starting

Digital electronic, integrated with the injection, two spark plugs per cylinder / electric
Exhaust 2 into 1 exhaust system in 100% stainless steel with three-way catalytic converter and lambda probe
Clutch Multiple discs in oil bath, hydraulically operated
Max Power 130 hp 96 kW @ 8700 rpm

Max Torque

11.7 Kg-m 115 Nm @ 7200 rpm

Transmission / Drive

6 Speed / chain
Gear Ratio 14/36, 17/32, 20/30, 22/28, 23/26,24/25
Frame Modular tubular steel frame fastened to aluminium side plates by high strength bolts. Removable rear aluminium subframe

Front Suspension

43 mm Sachs upside-down front fork with fully adjustable compression and rebound damping and spring preload. Wheel travel 160 mm.

Rear Suspension

Aluminium alloy swingarm Piggy-back design Sachs hydraulic shock absorber with

fully adjustable compression and rebound damping and spring preload. Wheel travel 155 mm.

Front Brakes

2x 3320mm stainless steel floating discs. Radial callipers with four pistons.

Rear Brakes

Single 240mm. Single piston calliper. Metal braided brake pipe.

Front Tyre

120/70 -ZR17

Rear Tyre

180/55 -ZR17
Seat height 870 mm

Dry-Weight

212 kg

Fuel Capacity

12 Litres

NO COMPROMISES FOR A BIKE WITH NOTHING BUT PURE FUN IN ITS SIGHTS EXPLOSIVELY POWERFUL, EXTREMELY AGILE AND PERFORMANCE-FOCUSED, THIS EXCLUSIVE TWIN-CYLINDER MOTARD HAS BEEN CREATED TO SATISFY EVEN THE MOST

DISCERNING OF RIDERS WHO DEMAND THE BEST IN A BIKE.

With 277 GP wins, Aprilia is the most successful racing brand in the history of the Motorcycle GP World Championship. On September 26, 2010, Max Biaggi secured the world SBK riders championship in the saddle of his RSV4 with still a round to go before the end of the season. The following weekend at Magny Cours - the last round in the season - Aprilia also clinched the world constructors championship, winning both races and racking up the 45th world title in the brands history. Building on unique expertise and skills gathered in the world of racing, Aprilia continues to evolve its large-capacity, high-performance range. Dorsoduro 1200 is a heady cocktail of power, agility and precision -which is synonymous with pure fun in a motorcycle.

Extreme, powerful and exhilarating like nothing else in its class, the new Dorsoduro 1200 simply represents the best that a maximotard has to offer a rider in terms of performance, precision and excitement.

A new record-breaking twin cylinder engine in a light and nimble chassis. With its sleek forms, broad handlebars, superb attention to detail and premium componentry, this motorcycle represents the zenith of the twin-cylinder maximotard class. Dorsoduro 1200 is an explosive cocktail of horsepower, agility and precision. An extreme bike that takes the concept of fun riding - introduced by the Dorsoduro 750 and enjoyed by countless riders around the world - to the next level.

Dorsoduro 1200 is the new benchmark in the maxi motard class. Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 is a bike that multiplies the basic concepts of the Motard to the nth power to satisfy even the most demanding riders - riders who accept no compromise in their pursuit of the best.

Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 combines power and agility, sportiness and essentiality, bringing together the best aspects of the street sports bike and Supermoto genres. The result is the distilled essence of performance and technology, to reward the rider with unparalleled riding pleasure and fun. This is a unique, special and elite bike, which complements the skills of the rider and takes them to extraordinary new levels.

With the perfect riding position for total control, a powerful 130 hp engine and an incredibly nimble, class-beating chassis in true Aprilia tradition, the Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 is the kind of bike that just begs you to twist open the throttle. A bike that is unbeatable in the bends - like all Dorsoduros - that also offers the high power performance of a genuine sports machine.

Superlative mechanicals and perfection in terms of chassis design are the hallmarks of all Aprilia machines, and the same is naturally true of the Dorsoduro 1200 which, in addition, also boasts extremely sporty and sophisticated looks, outstanding new levels of finish and trim, and levels of agility and smoothness never experienced before on a twin this size.

Powerful, agile and smooth, the Dorsoduro 1200 is powered by the all-new latest generation twin-cylinder engine, with the most advanced technology in the segment. The boisterous 90° V2 unleashes 130 hp of record-breaking power. True to Aprilia tradition, the chassis layout is simply without par in its class.

With essential lines oozing pure personality, the unmistakeable design of the new Dorsoduro 1200 makes it stand out in any crowd. The finish and trim set new standards for exclusiveness, with details such as the painted tail fairing, the two-tone frame and the dual exhaust with black heat shields.

The wind deflector and hand guards offer enhanced wind protection on a bike that is not just nimble in the bends, but is also capable of significant speed. Naturally, the Dorsoduro boasts class-beating technical solutions, too. Radial Brembo callipers, hydraulic clutch, Ride by Wire with 3 different engine maps and the Matrix instrument panel with on board computer are all elements setting the Dorsoduro apart as a unique and exclusive project. The Dorsoduro is also available with ABS and Aprilia Traction Control (ATC), for total fun in total safety.

The unique characteristics of the Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 in detail:

• New 90° V-twin engine with four valves per cylinder, double overhead camshaft, liquid cooling and twin spark ignition;

• Triple map Ride by Wire technology (with Sport, Touring and Rain maps)

• Electronic fuel injection;

• Mixed gear/chain valve timing system;

• Exhaust system with three-way catalytic converter and oxygen sensor;

• Ultralight modular frame made from tubular steel trellis/aluminium castings offering outstanding torsional stiffness;

• Aluminium saddle mount;

• Aluminium swingarm with lateral shock absorber;

• Fully adjustable 43 mm upside-down front fork and piggy-back design rear monoshock;

• Brembo racing brake system with radial callipers.



DESIGN

Dorsoduro 1200 is a radical, outrageously agile and sporty bike. It makes no concessions whatsoever for ornamentation or for anything not directly functional in achieving total performance and riding pleasure. This is why all

body parts are cut down to the bare minimum; just like a proper race machine, the Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 eliminates anything that is of no use to the rider. No frills, for a bike that prefers to put its superlative mechanicals and componentry on show instead. Every detail is minimalised and focused on pure function, such as the all-new hand guards and the motard-style race number panel, which also offers wind protection at higher speeds.

These elements complement the pure design of the Dorsoduro 1200 perfectly, with an outstanding attention to detail evident in features such as the two-tone paintwork of the frame, the tail fairing colour-coded with the rest of the body elements and the new dual exhaust with black heat shields. Even the 15 litre fuel tank is perfectly integrated into the sleek forms of the Dorsoduro 1200.

Dorsoduro 1200 a bike with the soul of a pure motard racer. The ultra-narrow mid section of the bike - the area that interacts most with the movements of the riders body when riding hard - emphasises the extreme compactness of the bike itself. The rider becomes an integral part of the machine and can move freely in the slender and perfectly straight saddle to dominate the brutal power of the engine in all situations. None of the typical acrobatics of the motard style are beyond the reach of this bike.



THE 1200 cc V90 ENGINE: THE STATE OF THE ART IN TWIN CYLINDER TECHNOLOGY

The Aprilia V90 is a completely new design. It is a modern, technologically advanced unit with a highly oversquare cylinder geometry for a markedly sporty temperament and smooth power delivery. Every internal element of the Dorsoduro 1200 has been designed to optimise power delivery and make full use of the incredible 130 hp unleashed by the engine at 8700 rpm. Every single detail is conceived to complement the outrageously acrobatic character of the bike.



The main characteristics of this ultra-sophisticated engine are as follows:

• 90° V-twin architecture;

• Triple map Ride by Wire technology (with Sport, Touring and Rain maps)

• Highly oversquare bore/stroke ratio;

• Offset cylinders for maximum lateral compactness;

• Four valves per cylinder;

• Double overhead camshafts driven by a mixed chain/gear valve timing system;

• Twin spark ignition for smooth but full-bore power delivery;

• Electronic fuel injection with dual throttle bodies;

• Stick-coils integrated in spark plug boots;

• Three-way catalytic converter with oxygen sensor;

• Hydraulically operated clutch.



The latest generation injection system uses micro-nebuliser injectors. In conjunction with optimised fluid dynamics, this solution ensures ideal combustion, for an engine that is not only powerful but also extremely clean. Twin spark ignition also contributes to cleaner emissions, as well as ensuring totally smooth power delivery.

With sophisticated electronic engine management, the Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 is the new benchmark for technology and performance in its class. Aprilia was the first manufacturer to believe in the potential of Ride by Wire, a highly sophisticated technology that helps the rider extract every ounce of performance from the motorcycle. The electronic throttle management system used in the Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 represents the current state of the art. Even more precise and sophisticated maps ensure optimised engine management, keeping the engine in the perfect conditions to deliver maximum acceleration at all times for a riding experience unlike anything youve ever seen before. This solution also ensures smoother, fuller power delivery at low and medium engine speeds, for optimised engine efficiency even in low load, partial throttle conditions. With its triple maps (Rain, Touring and Sport), the bike has three distinct personalities that the rider can choose from at any time to suit every possible condition and preference. Simply close the throttle and press a button to choose the desired setting.

SPORT: extreme, for when you want to put yourself to the test with immediate and direct explosive power.



TOURING: smooth, for making full use of the shattering power of the 1200 cc engine in all conditions.

RAIN: balanced, with power reigned in to 100 hp for maximum fun even in poor grip or wet conditions.

With its state-of-art technology, the Aprilia V90 unleashes class-beating levels of power. No other maxi motard comes close to the performance of the Dorsoduro 1200: with 130 hp at 8,700 rpm and a maximum torque of 115 Nm at 7,200 rpm, this engine sets new records for the motard genre. To further emphasise the performance of the engine, a new 2-into-1-into-2 exhaust system has been designed specifically for the bike. Made entirely from stainless steel, the generous internal volume of the system ensures a spine-tingling and distinctive sound.

THE FRAME: FEATHER-LIGHT BUT ULTRA-STIFF

Aprilia bikes have always been considered as the benchmark for chassis excellence by those in the know. And true to tradition, Dorsoduro 1200 is one of the most effective, best balanced bikes in its class. While tailored for total riding fun, as with all Aprilia bikes, the chassis layout of the Dorsoduro also earns respect for its formidable dynamic balance. With the Dorsoduro,

extreme agility does mean a nervous temperament, and its highly effective chassis layout ensures total precision and a sensation of being directly connected to the front wheel. And this is something that can only be said of very few motards out they. The mixed frame design, constructed with a sturdy tubular steel trellis mated to lateral aluminium plates, is highly acclaimed by both enthusiasts and experts alike, while the aluminium saddle mount contributes to lightening the bike. The product of Aprilias experience in the world Supermoto championship, the frame offers perfect balance in terms of stiffness to deliver supreme handling, even with the explosive power of the new 1200 cc V90.

The lateral and steeply raked position of the rear shock absorber is a precise engineering choice, determined after testing numerous different configurations. This solution frees up precious space for the generously sized exhaust headers, which are needed to fully exploit the potential of the 1200 cc engine. This made it possible to optimise the layout of the exhaust system without adding unnecessarily to the length of the bike, while also protecting the shock absorber - a vital component in its own right - from high temperatures.

SUSPENSION: PERFORMANCE UNDER CONTROL

The suspension of the Dorsoduro 1200 has been designed to fully exploit the incredible performance of the engine and offer the best solutions that anyone could ever desire in an extreme motard. The 43 mm Sachs upside-down fork with shell-cast calliper brackets features adjustable spring preload and hydraulic compression and rebound damping. In addition to permitting total adjustability, this extremely sophisticated component offers class-beating progressiveness and a full 160 mm of wheel travel, in perfect keeping with the supermoto riding style.

The side-mounted Sachs gas shock absorber with separate canister is

pivoted directly onto the swingarm in a cantilever configuration and features adjustable spring preload and hydraulic compression and rebound damping. A component allowing experienced riders to explore the full potential of the bikes performance, even on the track. The rear wheel stroke is 155mm, again in line with the supermoto philosophy that aims for an effective, controlled suspension but with a long stroke.

BRAKES: RACING TECHNOLOGY - ALSO AVAILABLE WITH ABS

The Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 adopts the state of the art in brake technology: at the front are 4-piston radial Brembo callipers gripping 320 mm floating discs.

The 240 mm rear disc is also braked by a Brembo calliper - in this case a single piston unit.

Both the front and rear brake systems employ aeronautical grade metal braided hoses, which eliminate the undesirable pressure fluctuations of conventional hoses for maximum braking precision and truly class-beating stopping performance.

Dorsoduro 1200 is also available with a two-channel ABS system, which can be deactivated by the user directly from the instrument panel. This ABS system is specifically calibrated to let the rider fully exploit the power of the brakes and the grip of the tyres in the dry, so as not to detract from the immense fun of this bike.

The Dorsoduro 1200 is also the only maxi-motard available today with Aprilia Traction Control (ATC): an exclusive traction control system

working in conjunction with the sophisticated ABS system, which allows the rider to make full use of the performance of the exuberant 1200 cc engine, to tackle even the most challenging terrain and most difficult conditions in safety. When active, the system offers three different selectable traction control levels.

- Level 1: for an extreme riding experience and maximum fun and

adrenaline, when curbing the incredible power of the engine is the last thing on your mind.

- Level 2: for total control in all terrain conditions and maximum thrill

factor.

- Level 3: ideal for tackling challenging conditions, such as slippery roads

where grip is poor.

COMPONENTRY: TOP OF THE CLASS

Motards are by definition essential or even spartan. This, however, does not mean having to do without class-beating premium content. Aprilia moves the bar even higher for its rivals with top class features and components. The following list contains only the main features offered:

- Matrix instrument panel: the mixed digital-analogue instrument panel receives information via the CAN line and, with its own dedicated event log memory, is an integral part of the self-diagnostic system. The ultra-compact unit boasts a modern design and is extremely light. All functions are accessible from a control on the handlebar. The LED backlight - white for the analogue area and red for the digital display - has three different brightness settings.

- The anodised aluminium tapered handlebar is an unequivocal reference to competition supermoto bikes. An incredibly light component, designed to guarantee top dynamic control of the bike.

- Hydraulically operated clutch. Ensuring consistently precise engagement and exemplary smoothness, the clutch is self-adjusting and, as a result, maintenance-free.





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Saturday, January 25, 2014

Kawasaki Ninja ZX 6R 2005

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2005
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Friday, January 24, 2014

Kawasaki Ninja� 1000 Specs Overview and Price

 


The power has never been measured with this powerful bike of Kawasaki “Kawasaki Ninja® 1000” It has dual racing-specs 300mm petal-type rotors in the front that are squeezed by radially mounted calipers pressurized by the radial pump master cylinder. Powered of 1043cc, DOHC, liquid cooled, 16 valve infinite-4 mated to a stick-shifting, and 6-transmission and while the engine was offers plenty of power. There also the balance shaft that been driven off the crankshaft to keep the mounted engine runnings smooth as possible while radically 4-into-2-2 catalyzer-equipped exhaust system provides the kind of mistakable roar that you’d come of what you expect from this Kawasaki NinjaR 1000.

Specification
Engine Type                                     4-stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, Four Valves per cylinder, Line-Four
Displacement                                      1043cc
Bore & Stroke                                     77.0x56.0mm
Compression Ratio                             11.6:1
Fuel System                                    DFU with 4 38mm Kehin throttle bodies, oval sub-throttles
Ignition                                                 TCBI
Transmission                                       6-speed
Final Drive                                           X-ring Chain
Rake/Trail                                           24.5deg/4.0-in
Front Tire Size                                    120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire Size                                     190/55 ZR17
Wheel Base                                         56.9-in
Front Suspension/Wheel Travel       41mm inverted cartridge for with stepless          compression and rebound damping, adjustable spring preload/ 4.7-in
Rear Suspension/Wheel Travel          Horizontal monoshock with stepless rebound damping, adjustable spring preload/4.7-in
Front Brakes                                       Dual 300mm petal-type rotors with radial-mount 4-piston calipers
Rear Brakes                                        Single 250mm petal-type rotor with single piston caliper
Fuel Capacity                                      5 gal
Seat Height                                         32.3 in
Curb Weight                                        502.7lbs
Overall Length                                    82.9 in
Overall Width                                      31.1-in

MSRP                                                 $10,999


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Thursday, January 23, 2014

KTM 1190 RC8 R RACE Models Specs and Price




1190 RC8 R RACE SPEC: FOR CLOSED COURSE USE ONLY
ENGINE
Design
2-cylinder 4-stroke Otto motor, 75° V arrangement, water-cooled
Displacement
1,195 cm³ (72.92 cu in)
Bore
105 mm (4.13 in)
Stroke
69 mm (2.72 in)
Performance
132 kW (177 hp)
Cold start device
Electric starter
Transmission
6-speed claw gears
Engine lubrication
Dry sump lubrication system with three rotor pumps
Primary transmission
40:76
Secondary drive
17:38
Cooling
Water cooling, permanent circulation of coolant by water pump
Clutch
Multi-disc clutch in oilbath / hydraulically operated
Ignition system
Contactless controlled fully electronic ignition with digital ignition adjustment
CHASSIS
Frame
Lattice frame made of chromium molybdenum steel tubing, powder-coated
Fork
WP Suspension Up Side Down 4354
Shock absorber
WP Suspension 4618 DACC
Suspension travel Front
120 mm (4.72 in)
Suspension travel Rear
120 mm (4.72 in)
Brake system Front
Twin floating disc with radial mount, 4-piston calipers
Brake system Rear
Single non-floating disc with 2 piston brake caliper
Brake discs - diameter Front
320 mm (12.6 in)
Brake discs - diameter Rear
220 mm (8.66 in)
Chain
5/8 x 1/4” (520) X‑ring
Steering head angle
66.7°
Wheelbase
1,425 mm (56.1 in)
Ground clearance, unloaded
110 mm (4.33 in)
Seat height, unloaded
845 mm (33.27 in)
Total fuel tank capacity, approx.
16.5 l (4.36 US gal)
Super unleaded (ROZ 100)
Weight without fuel approx.
173 kg (381 lb.)



1190 RC8 R RACE will retail for $16,499
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Wednesday, January 22, 2014

Aprilia SMV 750 Dorsoduro Factory





Make Model

Aprilia SMV 750 Dorsoduro Factory

Year

2010

Engine

Liquid cooled, four stroke, longitudinal 90°V twin, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder

Capacity

749
Bore x Stroke 92 x 56.4 mm
Compression Ratio 11.0:1

Induction

Integrated engine management system. Injection with Ride by Wire technology control of the throttle bodies

Ignition / Starting

Digital electronic, integrated with the injection, two spark plugs per cylinder / electric
Exhaust 2 into 1 exhaust system in 100% stainless steel with three-way catalytic converter and lambda probe
Clutch Multiple discs in oil bath, hydraulically operated
Max Power 67.3 kW 92 hp @ 8750 rpm

Max Torque

8.4 kg-m 82 Nm @ 4500 rpm

Transmission / Drive

6 Speed / chain
Gear Ratio 1st 14/36 (2.57) / 2nd 17/32 (1.88) / 3rd 20/30 (1.5) / 4th 22/28 (1.27) / 5th 23/26 (1.13) / 6th 24/25 (1.04)
Frame Modular tubular steel frame fastened to aluminium side plates with by high strength bolts. Removable rear subframe.

Front Suspension

Multi-adjustable Sachs upside-down fork with Ø 43 mm diam. stanchions. Wheel travel 160 mm.

Rear Suspension

Aluminium alloy swingarm Gas-operated shock absorber with piggy back, with adjustable spring preload and compression and rebound damping. Wheel travel 160 mm.

Front Brakes

2x 3320 mm diam. stainless steel floating discs. Radial callipers with four pistons.

Rear Brakes

Single 240mm. Single piston calliper. Metal braided brake pipe.

Front Tyre

120/70 ZR17

Rear Tyre

180/55 ZR17
Seat height 870 mm

Dry-Weight

Fuel Capacity

12 Litres

The Aprilia Dorsoduro stirred up the maxi supermoto segment, but the Dorsoduro Factory goes further. A refined bike, even lighter and more efficient, whose mission is "fun". A real standard special, a concentration of performance and technology.

The word "Factory" is never used just by chance in Aprilia. In the language of the enthusiasts it refers to elite bikes fitted out with the best technology and made with the best materials. Light, agile, powerful, the Dorsoduro Factory doesnt belie its name; its heart is the latest 750 dual cylinder and it boasts technical solutions unique for this segment. Thanks to the advanced electronic management, the compact Aprilia 90° V twin engine offers extremely high performance levels, similar to those of much bigger engines.



The chassis, as becomes the Aprilia tradition, is without rivals in this category. The Dorsoduro Factory exploits the technology that Aprilia has developed, dominating the Supermoto competitions with the incredible SXV that won 5 world championships between 2004 and 2008.

The chassis, with its tubular frame and aluminium structure, is one of the distinctive elements of the Dorsoduro Factory - a common thread that unites the highly specialised Aprilia racing models with the most exciting twin cylinder supermoto on the market.

With its essential design, characterised by the considerable use of carbon fibre for the top structure, Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory boasts components, technical fittings and trim features of the highest levels. Brembo 4-piston radial callipers, Wave discs, oil-bath hydraulic clutch, fully adjustable gas-operated single shock absorber with separate tank, a sophisticated multi-adjustable fork, Ride by Wire “Tri-Map” and Matrix instrument panel with on-board computer - these are the elements that help to make this bike unique.

The details of the special Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory features:



Carbon fibre top structure (ducts, ignition unit cover, front mudguard);

Special graphics with red chassis, black plate, exclusive saddle and black exhaust covers;

90° V2 engine, four valves, double overhead camshaft, liquid cooling;

Second generation Ride by Wire “Tri-Map” technology;

Modular tubular frame/aluminium chassis - ultralight and with excellent torsional rigidity;

Aluminium swingarm with multi-adjustable gas-operated lateral shock absorber;

Multi-adjustable 43mm upside down fork;

Brembo front brake callipers with radial connection, combined with 320mm Wave discs.



Design: Funstyle



The simple, elegant dress never veils but highlights the technical elements (chassis and engine) of the Dorsoduro Factory, turning the particularly aggressive aesthetics into one of its strong points. The new colours and carbon fibre top structure underline the sporty nature of a project that proudly shares the Factory name with the sportiest Aprilia bikes. Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory is incredibly sleek and agile, managing to create an immediate harmony with the rider. The long, flat saddle facilitates those rider movements typical of the supermoto; the Dorsoduro Factory backs up the rider at all times. The compact, curvy tail fairing also envelops the dual exhaust: a solution that not only creates a really aggressive design feel, but also excellent symmetry in the proportions and weight distribution. The hand guards, derived from the Supermoto SXV, display a sleek style and effectively protect the levers against any accidental contact.

Engine: Funtwin



The Aprilia 750 90° V twin engine represents the current state of the art for this type of motor drive. The electronic management is the cream of this engine, which uses a second generation Ride by Wire system equipped with triple mapping.

The three options - Sport, Touring and Rain - can be selected while actually riding, thanks to a gas closed command on the handlebar; they radically modify the character of the Dorsoduro Factory, offering an aggressive, immediate response in Sport mode, more gentle (ideal for tourism) in Touring mode, and extremely safe (even in conditions of poor road-holding) in Rain mode. Thanks to the electronic and mechanical technology used, the Aprilia dual cylinder reaches 92hp at 8,750 rpm and a maximum torque of 82 Nm at 4,500 rpm: values that put the Dorsoduro in direct competition with bikes of a much higher engine capacity.



There is also a special version of the Dorsoduro Factory for newly qualified riders, limited to 25 kW. The electronic throttle grip management system (Ride By Wire) avoids the need to reduce power delivery over the whole supply range (as happens on less advanced models), maintaining exactly the same delivery as for its full-power “sibling”, up to the maximum allowed level. In this way, the Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory offers an improved acceleration performance compared with the equivalent 25 kW versions of the competitors, ensuring non-stop riding pleasure.



Chassis: Funbalance



Aprilia bikes have always been considered a point of reference for the excellence of their chassis. The Dorsoduro Factory certainly doesnt belie this tradition. On the contrary, its sophisticated suspension systems and racing brakes emphasise it, making it the most effective and well-balanced maxi supermoto on the market.

Everything about this bike has been designed to aid the rider during heavy handling. The agile, light chassis was designed with an eye to ergonomics, so the Dorsoduro Factory is perfect for any rider, allowing them all to take full advantage, in every situation, of the high limits of a real fun-to-ride bike.

The chassis exploits the most of the notable expertise acquired by Aprilia during competitions, fully drawing on the experience gained on the mixed structures used in the Supermoto world championship. The upper part, with its tubular steel frame, is joined to the large, aluminium side plates through special high-resistance bolts. The resulting structure is extremely rigid yet light - the best solution for curbing the pounding power of the Aprilia twin cylinder engine.

The lateral, strongly tilting position of the new gas-operated shock absorber leaves plenty of precious space to obtain the optimal conformation of the exhaust manifolds, without altering the length of the bike and without applying any thermal stress to the shock absorber itself. The aluminium swingarm is sized to support the asymmetric stress caused by the lateral positioning of the shock absorber. It was purposely conceived for a supermoto like the Aprilia Dorsoduro, and sums up the need for torsional rigidity and elasticity - elements essential for obtaining precise support and the right riding feeling in the transitory phases.

Suspsnsion: Funfeeling



The suspension area of the Dorsoduro Factory is entirely new. The Sachs 43mm upside down fork with shell-cast brackets to support the radial callipers features adjustable spring preload and hydraulic brake rebound damping. Its a highly sophisticated element which, apart from offering endless adjustment possibilities, also ensures optimal smoothness and a travel (160mm) in line with the supermoto philosophy. Both steering plates are forged, and the upper one is also anodised to confirm the excellent level of the Dorsoduro trim features.

The new gas-operated lateral shock absorber with separate tank is directly pivoted to the swingarm, as per the cantilever layout, with adjustable spring preload and hydraulic compression and rebound damping. Its a highly sophisticated element which allows more experienced riders to reach top bike performance levels, even on the race track.

The rear wheel stroke is 160mm, again in line with the supermoto philosophy that aims for an effective, controlled suspension but with a long stroke.







Brakes: Funbraking



The best of current braking technology can be found on the Aprilia Dorsoduro Factory: the front system uses the new Brembo 4 piston radial callipers. The 320mm floating “Wave” discs are really lightweight, ensuring shorter stopping times and emphasising the aggressive braking style with a supersports look, in keeping with the overall Dorsoduro appearance.

The 240mm rear disc is also of the “Wave” type and is braked via a single piston calliper. Both the front and rear systems use metal braided brake pipes derived from the aeronautical sector which eliminate the irritating "lung" effect of the conventional pipes, ensuring the maximum braking precision.



Components



The supermoto bikes are essential, sometimes even spartan. But this doesnt mean you have to renounce top class contents or painstaking attention to detail. Also in this case, Aprilia stands out from its competitors with class-leading fittings:



CARBON FIBRE TOP STRUCTURE: Like the best Aprilia Factory bikes, also the Dorsoduro makes great use of carbon fibre for both mudguards, the ducts and the key unit fairing. A choice that further underlines the bikes elegance.

MATRIX INSTRUMENT PANEL: of the mixed type (analogue-digital), it receives all the information from the CAN line and becomes an integral part of the self-diagnosis system as it is fitted with memory.Particularly compact, with a modern design and considerably reduced weight. All the functions are commutable and easily accessed via a command on the handlebar. The LED lighting (white in the analogue area and red in the digital one) can be adjusted to three levels.

BICONICAL SECTION ALUMINIUM HANDLEBARS: It brings quite clearly to mind those of the competitive superbikes. An incredibly light component, designed to guarantee top dynamic bike control.

HYDRAULICALLY OPERATED CLUTCH: It allows precise braking every time, along with smooth exemplary command and handy self-adjustment (without the need for any maintenance).





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