NEW 2011 Moto Guzzi V7 Racer Specification

The production version looks the same as last year’s concept, it appears to only change its name. The motorcycle features a leather strapped chrome tank created using what Moto Guzzi calls an innovative metal particle deposition technology. The red frame was inspired by the earlier V7 Classic models, and is paired with the matching red hubs and swingarm. Technically, the V7 Racer is similar to the V7 Cafe. At the heart of the machine is a 744cc 90-degree V-Twin engine which delivers a slightly disappointing 49hp at 6800 rpm and 40 ft-lb of torque at 3600. Suspension is provided by a 40mm Marzocchi front fork and fully adjustable Bitubo rear shocks. The braking system comes from Brembo, which uses a 320mm disc at the front and a 260mm disc at the back.



Along with the 2011 Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200, Piaggio Group unveiled another bike, the 2011 Moto Guzzi V7 Racer. The model pays homage to the classic V7 Sport race bike of the ’70s. The V7 Clubman Racer was initially announced at EICMA show as a 2010 production model but Moto Guzzi’s parent company later said it was a mistake. Well, there’s no mistake this time, the bike enters production as a limited edition model.



NEW 2011 Moto Guzzi V7 Racer Specification

Geneva Preview: Carver One production version

“Steer it like a car and it reacts like a motorcycle”. That’s what the Carver One is all about. We’ve been hearing and seeing a bunch of things about the tilting 3wheeler over the past few years, but until now, it was being hand-built for a… handful of customers. Well, time has come for the Carver One to prove itself in the real world as the Dutch company announced that it would present the final production version of its tilting 3wheeler car at this year’s Geneva Show.

Equipped with a 0,67-liter, 4cylinder turbocharged engine the 68Hp strong Carver One hits the first 100km/h (62mph) from standstill in 8,2 sec while reaching a top speed of 185 km/h (115mph). While there’s no word pout on the prices, Carver announced that it will produce about 500 units this year with sales starting in Europe the second quarter

RELEASE: CARVER ONE -The 77th edition of the Geneva Motor Show will feature the world premiere of the production model of the Carver One. Carver Europe, together with Carver Switzerland will kick off this year’s edition with a press conference on 7 March. Members of the press are invited to join us at our stand. From 8 to 18 March all Carver enthusiasts are welcome on our stand in Hall 3 (3112).

Steer it like a car…

… and it banks like a motorcycle. The Carver One feels just as much at ease carving corners, conquering roundabouts and beating traffic jams, as it does on curvy country roads or endless straights, far away from the world and its worries.Its sporty engine gives it just the right power in proportion to its weight, reaching a top speed of 185 km/h (115 mph) while its average fuel consumption remains at a very modest 6 L/100 km (40 UK mpg). But speed on the straights isn’t everything… Go for the corners, that’s where the Carver One pulls out all the stops!

It banks from left to right in just a second. This unrivalled agility lets you cope with any emergency situation, avoid obstacles, and makes for sheer exhilarating fun. And what fun it is: virtually unrestricted manoeuvrability, surfing through traffic, snowboarding roundabouts and pivoting corners. It is like riding your own roller coaster designed as you carve along. It is like flying a glider at ground level. It is like playing the lead in your own version of Top Gun. It is all this and much, much more. When you fly a Carver One the journey becomes the destination.

Stunning looks

It will come as no surprise: developed by aeronautical engineers, form follows function in every aspect of its design. A timeless, distinctive masterpiece with razor-sharp lines, not only for its astonishing looks but also for perfect aerodynamics.

The superb jetfighter-like cockpit comes in any manufacturer colour or custom colour of your choice, hiding the integral welded steel chassis providing safety for you and your passenger. The front window seamlessly merges with the body-coloured roof panel that can be easily detached to enjoy a panoramic view from all angles.

Its sporty 15” alloy rear wheels with large tyres keep the Carver One firmly glued to the road in the corners and on the straights. The uniquely designed front wheel attachment provides the 17” wheel with exceptional road handling and superb manoeuvrability. Two seamlessly integrated louvered air intakes on either side of the cockpit feed the engine extra cooling air and add a zest of futuristic elegance.

… and an interior to match

Sporty, yet stylish, the Carver One fits you like a glove. The intoxicating smell of its luxuriously soft leather interior invigorates you as you enter the sanctuary of your cockpit. Your fingers explore the contours of the driver’s seat, the sports leather-covered steering wheel, the dashboard curves … prelude to the curves of the road that will soon unfold. Your hand rests on the aluminium gear lever knob, your eyes wander over the ergonomically laid out dashboard until they focus on the tilt angle indicators, anticipating excitement… This is as close as you may ever get to flying. Are you ready for take-off?

A masterpiece of engineering

Carver engineers may not be the only ones to have tried to overcome the problem of a narrow vehicle cornering without tipping over, but they are the first and only ones to have pulled it off successfully. The combination of state-of-the-art components and innovative but proven technology has resulted in a reliable, predictable and above all extremely responsive system, nothing short of a revolution in automotive history!

At the heart of the Carver One lies the Dynamic Vehicle Control (DVC™) system which automatically adjusts the tilt angle of the cockpit to the speed and acceleration of the vehicle, enabling a plane-like ‘tilting before cornering’.

A uniquely designed steering torque actuator coupled to an ingenious DVC™ manifold driving two double piston cylinders form the essence of this mechanical-hydraulic system while an additional separate hydraulic system provides for a fail-safe emergency backup solution.

Power assisted front wheel steering and active rear wheel steering make for unparallelled stability when cornering. The DVC™ control unit electronically moderates the cockpit response at low speeds for comfortable road handling under all circumstances.

To top it off, the DVC™ mode selector, a sophisticated piece of programming, allows you to select a driving mode according to your mood and road circumstances. In comfort mode, weaving your way through busy city-traffic and parking is easy thanks to enhanced power steering while the sport mode lets you unleash the rebel once you get the knack of carving.

‘Steer it like a car and it banks like a motorcycle’. It sounds deceivingly simple. And it truly is. All you have to do is steer in the desired direction. With the Carver One, banking in corners becomes second nature, or rather, first nature regained.

Specifications

Performance

Top speed 185 km/h (115 mph)

Acceleration 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in 8.2 s

Max. tilt angle 45°

Max. tilt speed 85°/s

Turning circle (curb to curb) 9.5 m

Fuel consumption (estimated average) 6 L/100km (1:16 – 45 UK mpg – 40 US mpg)

Engine

Cylinders / valves 4 cylinder 16 valve turbo intercooler

Displacement 659 cc

Cooling water-cooled

Max. power 50 kW (68 bhp) at 6,000 rpm

Max. torque 100 Nm (74 lb.ft) at 3,200 rpm

Transmission 5-speed manual & reverse

Fuel lead-free EURO

Emission system catalytic converter with oxygen sensor

Electrical system 14 V / 32 A alternator, Volts 12 V / 30 Ah battery

Ignition ECU multipoint injection with knock sensor –

firing order 1-3-4-2

CO2 emissions 136 g/km

Wheels, tyres, suspension and brakes

Wheels double 5-spoke alloy

front 17”

rear 15”

Tyres

front 140 / 70

rear 195 / 45

Brakes discs on all wheels

Front suspension single-arm with hydraulic s

hock absorption

Rear suspension McPherson suspension with rear-wheel steering

Dimensions

Length 3.40 m

Height 1.40 m

Width (tilt angle ? 25°) 1.30 m

Width (max. tilt angle) 1.60 m

Wheel base 2.70 m

Fuel tank capacity 34 L

Unladen mass 643 kg (1,418 lb)

The table above details the European specification Carver One, which may differ from Carver One models made available outside Europe. For example, for the North American market the Carver One will be equipped with a different engine. Please note that non-North American vehicles are not certified for use in North America.

The package

The list below gives you an overview of our standard package and currently available accessories and options. Contact your local dealer if you need more information or if you want to discuss any additional options. Special options are available upon request.

Standard package

Removable hard top roof in body colour

Alloy wheels – double 5-spoke – front 17″ / rear 15″ (silver)

Sports interior (black fabric trim)

3-spoke sports leather-covered steering wheel

Design aluminium dashboard and gear lever knob

4 instruments: speedometer and mileometer (odometer), rev counter, fuel gauge, engine temperature

Built-in class III remote control alarm system incl. remote control power door lock

Dashboard ‘carving’ LED indicators (continuous indication of the vehicle’s tilt angle) with audible signal

Heating / ventilation / windshield defroster

Electric windows

Front and rear seat belts

Ashtray / drink holder / 12 V socket

Tyre repair kit

Black carpet with Carver logo

Side mirrors and back of driver’s seat: black

Exterior colour – basic palette (white, yellow, blue)

Factory-fitted options

Premium quality full leather (mono-colour or bi-colour) or leather/alcantara interior upholstery

Exterior metallic paint (standard palette)

Special exterior colours (solid black, stealth black (matte black), pearl, or any manufacturer colour or custom colour of choice)

Rear spoiler

High power wheel pack (alloy – dark silver)

Shadow wheel pack (alloy – matte black)

Black package (matte black rear frame, tilt cylinders and front suspension)

Turbo pressure dashboard gauge

Radio/CD/MP3 player type A, B or C (Kenwood) with 4 front speakers (Kenwood)

GPS navigation with Bluetooth™ mobile phone hands-free kit (Tom Tom Go 910)

DVC™ mode selector (comfort/sport)

Accessories

Rear spoiler

Roll-up soft top (black)

High power wheel pack (alloy – dark silver) excluding tyres

Shadow wheel pack (alloy – matte black) excluding tyres

GPS navigation with Bluetooth™ mobile phone hands-free kit (Tom Tom Go 910)

Aluminium luggage rack with luggage bag (waterproof fabric, black)

Engine ECU tuning to 85 bhp

Battery charger

Service & warranty

The Carver One is sold and serviced worldwide through a network of specialised distributors and dealers. The recommended service interval is 10,000 km (6,200 miles) or once every year, whichever is sooner. Servicing and maintenance is taken care of by your local distributor. Contact your dealer for more information. In the absence of a distributor in your country, servicing and maintenance can be arranged through Carver Headquarters. In Europe, the Carver One is covered by a 2-year factory warranty.

Price

Due to tax differences and transportation costs prices differ from one country to another. For country-specific pricing information go to ‘Our dealers’ and select the region and country of choice.

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The Carver One has been granted full European type approval and various initiatives to obtain certification outside Europe have been launched. In Europe, a car driver’s licence is required to drive a Carver One. In the USA most states require either a car licence or a motorcycle licence. Please note that non North-American vehicles are not certified for use in North America. For tax purposes the Carver One is registered as a motorcycle in most countries.

European Distribution

Belgium & Luxemburg Carver Belux

France Carver France

Germany Carver Deutschland

The Netherlands Carver Nederland

Portugal Carver Portugal

Spain Carver España

Sweden & Norway Carver Sweden

Switzerland Carver Switzerland

United Kingdom Carver UK

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Triumph New Models

Triumph Motorcycles announced six limited edition 2011 models at its recent U.S. Dealer Conference. Included are two versions of its Thunderbird cruiser, including the Thunderbird SE and Thunderbird 1700 – the former featuring touring amenities and the latter coming with the optional big-bore kit standard (pumping displacement up to 1700cc).

Two special editions each for Triumph's Modern Classics and Urban Sport lines are also planned. The Bonneville Sixty is a commemorative edition of the 1960 Bonneville, priced at $8999, of which only 100 will be shipped to North America. The Bonneville T100 Black, as the name suggests, is a blacked out version of the T100, which sports a more retro style than the standard Bonnie, most notably via its wire-spoked wheels.

The Urban Sport line gets a Speed Triple SE, sporting Tornado Red paint and white center stripe, as well as seat cowl and flyscreen ($11,299). The new SE’s are rounded out by the Daytona 675 SE, with white bodywork and blue chassis, along with carbon fiber trim and new graphics overlay ($10,299).

While the addition of more special edition “SE” models continues a trend by the British marque, the boys at Hinckley have plans beyond modest SE tweaks (and higher MSRPs) to existing models. The press release, which also announces the looming sale of Triumph’s 100,000th motorcycle in the 15 years since returning to North America, gives hard numbers for a planned lineup expansion saying:

“Triumph currently offers 16 different models in three motorcycle families: Cruiser, Urban Sport and Modern Classic. That will grow to 23 models across seven motorcycle families by the end of 2012 and include categories where Triumph does not currently compete.”

What could those new categories include? A mid-displacement complement to the Tiger has long been rumored, even coming with a name – the Tiger Cub. The British marque is also notoriously bereft of a literbike to match its popular Daytona 675 supersport.

Motor Ridley Show

Ridley branded motorcycles is quite unique and interesting. this is Auto-Glide Classic type from ridley

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motorcycles Specification: Engine:
Manufacturer : Ridley
Configuration : Air cooled, 90 degree, V-Twin, 2 valves/ cylinder
Displacement : 44ci/ 738 cc
Compression ratio : 8.5 : 1
Starter : Electric
RPM : 3850 @ 80 MPH
Drive system:
Manufacturer : Ridley
Transmission type : Type II, Automatic CVT
Primary drive : Kevlar/ Rubber belt
Final drive : Belt
Wheel:
Front : 16 in/ 40.6cm - 60 (spoke)
Rear : 16 in/ 40.6cm - 60 (spoke)
Breaks:
Front : Hydraulic-DOT5, 4 pistons (Ferodo pad)
Rear : Hydraulic-DOT5, 4 pistons (Ferodo pad)
Dimensions:
Fuel Tank : 4.2 gallon/ 15.9 L
Seat height : 24.5 in/ 62.2 cm
Foot rest height : 6 in/ 15.2 cm
Length (total) : 97 in/ 246.4 cm
Width (total) : 37 in/ 94 cm
Height (total) : 41 in/ 104.1 cm
Ground clearance : 4.75 in/ 12.1 cm
Dry Weight : 460lbs/ 209 kg
Gross Weight : 760lbs/ 345 kg
Price/ Color:
MSRP

eBay: Matthew McConaughey Auctioning Texas Longhorn National Championship Tribute Bike

American actor Matthew McConaughey has put up his motorcycle, a commemorative Texas Longhorn National Championship Tribute Bike, designed and custom-built by Ralph Randolph’s Knockout Motorcycle Co, for sale on eBay Motors. And it’s for a good cause too as all proceeds will be dispersed equally between by Matthew McConaughey’s Just Keep Livin’ Foundation and Texas Exes Scholarship Fund.

Link: ebay , Thanks for the tip Stu!

Video: Motorcycle Wheelie Accident… Oops!

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Hey buddy! Watch out for that car! “Bang, Crash……wipe out!” Oops, guess this motor cycle wheelie was too busy basking in his own glory to notice the car he was about to crash into. Although it was a fairly graceful plunge, we hope he’s ok. Yikes!

Motorcyclist crosses a bridge in Rio, Greece going 187mph – 300km/h!

If this video’s authentic, I’d definitely have to say that the guy driving this motorcycle has more balls (and less brains..) than a bunch of Corinthian grapes!

Piaggio MP3 -Three wheeler-scooter with two front wheels

With gas prices hiking up every day, a motorcycle seems like a very attractive idea for our city movements. But what if you don’t want’ to –or- you can’t drive on two wheels? Well, then how about three wheels?

Maybe VW’s GX-3 won’t make it to production, but that doesn’t mean we not going to see another three-wheeler vehicle as Piaggio, worldwide known for the Vespa that went in production in 1946, has unveiled an innovative scooter, that draws very close to that concept. Named “PIAGGIO MP3”, the three-wheeler scooter (with two front wheels), want’s to re-define the very concept of ride stability providing an unprecedented riding experience.

Press Release: Cycle parts

The PIAGGIO MP3 frame in high-tensile steel tubes is the result of the best CAD technology and computerized FEM (Finite Element Method) analysis. Elements such as frame strength and weight were precisely defined and tested from the initial phases of the project, with the suitability of each solution checked at every stage.

The PIAGGIO MP3 uses three 12″ wheels with large tyres – 120/70 front, 130/70 rear. Together with the revolutionary front suspension, the wheels provide a tilt angle of up to 40° while riding like any normal two wheeler and simultaneously ensuring better road grip on any surface, especially slippery tracks. The parallelogram suspension also ensures increased stability at high speeds.

At the rear, the cycle parts feature a singlearm suspension with two dual effect hydraulic shock absorbers, a helicoidal spring and four-position preload.

Besides its exceptional stability, the PIAGGIO MP3 also provides brilliant braking thanks to three powerful linked brakes, 240 mm in diameter, and the parallelogram suspension. The result is record deceleration (about 8 m per second) with braking space reduced by over 20 per cent on normal road surfaces and as much as 24 per cent on slippery roads compared to a traditional two-wheel scooter.

Design

The PIAGGIO MP3 has innovative, eye-catching styling while maintaining a clear resemblance to the Piaggio GT (Gran Turismo) range. The new two-wheel front assembly doesn’t detract in the least from the PIAGGIO MP3′s sleek styling. Its size and proportions are those of a normal compact GT scooter, with an overall front-end width of only 420 mm. As a result, the Piaggio MP3 can be type-approved as a standard two wheeled motorcycle.

The rear loading section has been designed to offer maximum comfort and storage capacity: a boot lid painted the same colour as the bodywork provides access to the under seat storage. A substantial 65-litre storage capacity and dual access to the storage area, from the boot lid as well as by flipping up the seat, make the PIAGGIO MP3extremely practical. The storage area comfortably holds two full-face helmets, a small bag and objects up to a metre in length. The under seat storage also has a courtesy light and a seat cover for use when parking in rainy weather. A handy remote control button on the ignition key opens the seat lock and the rear boot lid.

Comfortable, agile, fun and easy to park: with the PIAGGIO MP3, parking hassles are a thing of the past. Because of its innovative three-wheel concept, the PIAGGIO MP3 is equipped with a revolutionary electro-hydraulic front suspension locking system that keeps the vehicle upright without using the usual central stand (which is, however, also available). The rider simply presses a switch on the handlebar to activate the system that stops the tilt mechanism and park without using the stand. An electro-actuator activates a central clamp on the tilt mechanism and generates hydraulic pressure to lock the suspension dampers.

Once the rider has pressed the handlebar switch, the control unit only activates the electro-actuator if the vehicle is travelling at a speed in the range of 23 kph to 10 kph. The exact speed at which this takes place depends on the level of deceleration: the greater the deceleration, the higher the speed at which the tilt mechanism locks. Additionally, the mechanism will not lock unless the butterfly valve is closed and the engine is running at below 3000 rpm.

To ensure rider safety, the tilt mechanism not only shuts off by pressing the handlebar switch, but is also automatically deactivated if vehicle speed exceeds 15 kph, if the butterfly valve is not fully closed or if engine rpm is higher than 3000.

A lever on the inside of the front shield actions the parking brake, making it safe to park without using the stand even on sloping ground and making it possible to park the two front wheels where there is a height difference of up to 20 cm.

The PIAGGIO MP3 dashboard provides comprehensive, at-a-glance trip information. It includes a speedometer, fuel gauge, cooling liquid temperature indicator, clock and partial and total mileage. Other features are a fuel reserve indicator, oil pressure, turn signals, low and high beam, seat or boot lid open warning and an Immobilizer LED. The rider can open the fuel cap and rear boot lid with a single twist of the key in the ignition unit.

Engines

The Quasar 125 i.e. & 250 i.e. are Piaggio’s new 4-stroke, 4-valve, liquid-cooled engines that meet Euro 3 standards. The PIAGGIO MP3has an exceptional distance range thanks to low fuel consumption by both engines (about 25 km/l) and a sizeable 12-litre fuel tank.

Read more http://www.mp3.piaggio.com/

Bicycler runs out cops in hilarious Highway chase !

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Ok, I’m sure you’ve seen plenty of highway chases involving cops but this one is utterly crazy. This guy is on a bike -not a motorcycle, a bike… pedalling as if he’s been chased by the devil himself. Not only does he through a bottle of water on the police car but in the endhe manages to escape ! via: Motorpasion