Ducati 1098

With the release of the 1098, Ducati created a stir not only with road riders, but also in the racing world, specifically the Superbike World Championship. In an attempt to level the playing field, WSBK regulations provide for concessions to motorcycles depending on the number of cylinders in their engine design. The fewer the cylinders, the more concessions, and with its two cylinder V-twin design Ducati was able to capitalize on many of these concessions.

The 1098/1098 S makes a manufacturer claimed 160 hp (119 kW), 90.4 lb·ft (123 N·m) torque, and weighs 173 kg (381 lb). The 0-60 mph time is less than 3.0 seconds and top speed is estimated at 180 mph (290 km/h).[2] The 1098 R, with its larger displacement 1198 cc engine, makes a manufacturer claimed 180 hp (134 kW), 99.1 lb·ft (134 N·m) torque. All these figures give the 1098 the highest torque-to-weight ratio of any production sport bike ever made.

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Cagiva MV Agusta F4 1000 R

The F4 1000 R was released in 2006 and came with a 174 horsepower - 175 horsepower and 308 km/h for limited edition (128 kW) engine. The F4 1000 R also has upgraded Brembo Monobloc radial brakes, forged black Brembo wheels, a carbon-nitride coated Marzocchi upside down fork and an upgraded Sachs rear shock absorber (compression & rebound damping adjustable in high & low speed range). The F4 1000 R engine does not utilize the TSS system. A 1+1 (Biposto) version is available that adds a pillion for a passenger. In August 2006 an F4 1000 R was used to set a record for the fastest production class 1000 cc motorcycle of over 185.882 mph (299.148 km/h) at Bonneville Salt Flats.

The F4 was created by motorcycle designer Massimo Tamburini at CRC (Cagiva Research Center), following his work on the Ducati 916. The F4 has a four pipe undertail exhaust, single-sided swingarm, large front forks (49 or 50 mm diameter) and traditional MV Agusta red and silver livery. The F4 is also one of the few production superbikes to have hemispherical chamber 4 valves per cylinder engine.

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Yamaha Bolt and Bolt R

 

Of all the metric cruiser brands, Star is perhaps the only one that is really in tune with its customers. From the beginning, this brand, which is a spin-off label of Yamaha, understood that to compete with the likes of Harley-Davidson.

Yamaha Motor Corporation’s American arm, Star Motorcycles have unveiled the 2015 Yamaha Bolt. The Yamaha Bolt was conceived as an affordable option to prospective Harley Davidson buyers and has received rave reviews for being an easy to ride around cruiser for riders of all ages.

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Yamaha Moto Cage Six Concept: Extreme Style For the XJ6

First of all you have to consider the rider moving around. That developed bmx-style footpegs in front and rear of the bike. Also the handlebar area had to be very clean which redesigned that completely, and moved the instruments to the tank

A thumb-operated throttle in addition to the normal one, and an extra rear brake lever on the left handlebar. And to make the bike ultra-responsive and pull hard, has been installed a huge rear sprocket.

Designed a completely new protector cage around the engine. The design of this cage actually mimicks the bikes' frame itself. This is visually so strong that started to nickname the bike 'Cage6' instead of 'XJ6'.

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SUZUKI DR750

For being a large offroad bike the DR Big has always had an unusually well balanced suspension and long suspension travel. You can actually take it for a spin on a cross circuit without risking a heart attack.

The models before 1991 are the best choice for really long distances with their enormous gasoline tank and the possibility of getting lots of packing with you. The exhaust was placed relative low that makes it possible for fastening saddlebags without risking burning them up. On the other hand, the saddle is not that comfortable on the older models.

Suzuki DR750 Video

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