All posts tagged ascanio rodrigo
Vyrus 986 M2 unveiled at the 2011 Motor Bike Expo
After seeing a teaser pic of the Vyrus 986 M2 last week, thanks to the guys of Motoblog.it who are present at the 2011 Motor Bike Expo Show, we can now show you a gallery of pics of this new and magnificent looking racing bike, specifically designed by Ascanio Rodrigo and his staff to compete in Moto2 championships.
The Vyrus 986 M2 based on a Honda CBR600RR engine and will be sold to teams at a very competitive price, will also be seeing a street legal version that starts production in March 2011.
Vyrus 987 C3 4V: live pics and official details
The Vyrus 987 C3 4V is equipped with the Ducati 1198 engine and is a real missile on wheels. It has a top speed of 310 km/hr with 184 hp and weighs just 155 kg. This is another stunning example of Italian motorcycle design, created by Ascanio Rodrigo who is using with hub-centre steering. This system that encloses the steering element in the front wheel and separates it from braking and suspension functions.
Together with the chassis, the hub-centre steering creates an easy ride, but don’t let the Vyrus workshop fool you into thinking this is an easygoing bike. In addition to the horse power, the Ducati engine has 13.5 Kgm of torque (approximately 130 Nm) at just 7,500 rpm. A 211-hp version may also turn up, making this the world’s most powerful street-legal bike. Check it out in the gallery - the live pics are from the Motor Bike Expo, courtesy of the guys at Motoblog.it.
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Vyrus: a name, a brand, a different world
With thanks to our reader, Stramaxxa, we can enjoy this interesting video (with English subtitles), revealing a unique presence in the world of two wheels. An idea which became a project and a dream is the Vyrus, a work from genius Ascanio Rodrigo.
With care and attention, and the support of some precious collaborators, Rodrigo created a workshop for unique objects. In this video he explains the handicraft of the work, and the tradition and technology of the brand. All the small miracles for whoever wanted to know how the Vyrus came to be.
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