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Yamaha Black Max X-MAX 250 scooter for 2009
Among the new models that Yamaha presented at Eicma in Milan, it had plenty to show in the scooter segment. One of these was the Black Max X-MAX 250, with a 250cc four-stroke, liquid-cooled engine.
The special edition black is a new colour and is dressed with red details and carbon inserts. The Black Max has a disc braking system with double calipers: the front at 267mm and the rear measuring 240mm. A large windshield is a feature along with hand protection.
The digital/analogue instrumentation has a carbon look and red lighting. Have a look at the extensive gallery of the Black Max.
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Garelli GSP 50
Monday is scooter day on Twowheels blog, it seems, as we take a look at the Garelli GSP 50. In addition to the XO 125/150 ie that Garelli presented at the Eicma show, this racing scooter was also on display.
Garelli designed all the details, including the engine, combining colours, performance and technology worthy of superbike status fun, but also safety. The racing nature can be seen in the agressive lines and air intakes essential for the liquid cooled engine.
The chassis has been studied to provide for a sports riding position, reinforced by the light alloy 13-inch wheels, and 130mm lowered tyres.
BMW F 800 R Chris Pfeiffer Edition
Chris Pfeiffer, Street Bike Freestyle World Champion recently attended the Milan motorcycle event, Eicma, to present the new BMW Motorrad naked, F800 R Chris Pfeiffer Edition.
The F800 R was shown at the BMW stand in the new livery, the same as that used by Chris in his show at the Motolive square. The white, blue and red colours include the seat cover and front mudguard, with the tank autographed by Pfeiffer and an Akrapovic exhaust.
Like the production series model, this edition is equipped with the parallel twin cylinder, that has a power of 87hp and torque of 86 Nm. The dry weight is relatively contained at 177 kg and the suspension has been studied to give perfect handling. Hendrik von Kuenheim, BMW Motorrad President, has declared that BMW is evaluating the possibility of commercialising the bike with the new livery, next year.
Eicma 2008: Peugeot hybrid scooter prototype, Hymotion 3
In these pics you can see the hybrid, three-wheel scooter presented by Peugeot at the Eicma show. Models such as these could become a new alternative in urban, ecological vehicles.
The main characteristic of this scooter is the all-wheel drive on three wheels. The thermal 125cc engine has Satelis Compressor and produces 15kw (20hp) from the rear wheel.
There are two 3kw electric engines situated near the front wheels, which are equipped with lithium ion batteries that are rechargeable in deceleration. The cooperation between the two engines is electronically controlled by the “By Wire” system.
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Eicma 2008: new Silver Wing SW-T 400
Honda’s elegant Silver Wing 400 is developing for 2009, receiving a new look and updated performance features, increasing its comfort and sophisticated style. If you were looking for a luxury scooter, the Silver Wing could be your answer.
The front nose is more agressive with new headlights and multi-reflector indicators, and the rear also has new lights, continuing the style of those at the front.
The instrument panel includes five sections, with LCD technology, HISS alarm system and fuel light. The windshield and handles have been reinforced for greater stability at lower speeds.
Video: Vespa live at Eicma for Italian style
This is a fantastic little video from MotoTV on the Vespa stand at the Eicma show. As said in the video, Vespa is an icon the world over, and no longer just belongs to Italy.
The modern day Vespas have plenty of classic style, as the presenter says in the opening the lovely red model looks like it just stepped out of the 50’s. But this classic Vespa style is backed up by substance, with modern technology such as electronic ignition to keep up with the times.
Featured is the Vespa sidecar prototype, which currently has no future in production but as we’re told, you never know…I can’t wait to see that zipping around Milan!
Our road tests: Aprilia Dorsoduro, part one
While there was so much to organise for our coverage of the Eicma show, what with all the beautiful Ducati models, the Honda Fireblade and Hornet, the Victory custom models, KTM and of course the blonde and brunette girls, it’s very easy to get distracted.
It was also very easy to be distracted by the possibility of an Aprilia Dorsoduro sitting in the garage, waiting for a test ride. And so our colleagues at Motoblog.it couldn’t resist such a delicious opportunity, and we give you this first instalment of their Dorsoduro road test.
In the first test in city traffic and on urban roads, the Aprilia Dorsoduro was already convincing, though we had an idea just from taking a look at this lovely motorcycle that this would be the case.
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Ducati Streetfighter wins best bike at Eicma show
After our post on Ducati winning best bike of the show with its Streetfighter 2009 model, we show again these Streetfighter live shots from our lovely gallery of the Eicma show.
With 25,000 show visitors voting, it’s a convincing endorsement of the Ducati Streetfighter. The Streetfighter can be discovered in all its glory (apart from buying one that is), on the dedicated Streetfighter site at www.streetfighter.ducati.com.
via | Desmoblog
Victory 2009 models: custom models with American style
American company Victory has presented its 2009 models at the Eicma show, with some powerful twin cylinder custom models, with a retro/futuristic touch, equipped with the updated twin cylinder Freedom 106.
The new Freedom Next Gen 106/6 is a twin cylinder, 1731cc engine capable of 92hp with an Overdrive clutch and six-speed transmission. Aspiration and exhaust systems have been improved, together with the cooling system and electronic ignition. The transmission has been developed to guarantee elasticity and comfort in gear changes.
The engine is included on the new Vegas Jackpot and Hammer S models. The Jackpot is the 97hp version of the Freedom 106, with a rear tyre of 250mm and new colours in Solid Boardwalk Blue, Solid Sunset Red, Orange Crush, Lucky Lime and Solid Black.
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Ducati fashion show 2009
Ducati keeps on bringing us news, after the Ducati Streetfighter and Superbike shown at the EICMA Fiera. But today we’ve got some American Ducati news. Ducati North America will organise the Ducati Apparel line 2009 during a fall fashion night. We’re not talking about the new watches, we are talking about a fashion line including technical and lifestyle clothing. The fashion show will take place on November 14th and 28 dealers nationwide will be present.
George Colvin, Ducati’s Apparel Manager said: “The 2009 line is Ducati’s most cutting edge yet, and it will steal the show on runways nationwide. Ducati is an icon that embraces Italian design, and the fashion weekend will bring out the new apparel in style.”
In the video a Ducati fashion show from September
Source | motorcyclistonline and ducatiusa
Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade 2009
Honda’s CBR1000RR Fireblade was confirmed as the leader in its sector for 2008, both in terms of sales and performance. It’s lighter, more agile and faster than the competition, and can be adapted to both road and track riding.
For the 2009 version, Honda technicians have pushed for even greater tecnology, introducing some safety elements without compromising the Fireblade’s agression. Electric controlled combined ABS is the latest addition, and has really contributed to the dynamic capabilities of this bike.
While creating C-ABS on a bike with the performance of the Fireblade is an undoubtedly difficult task, Honda has managed this without betraying the sports soul of the bike, and keeping the weight increase relatively restricted.
Ducati SportClassic: Sport 1000S, GT1000, and GT 1000 Touring in 70's style
The Ducati SportClassic family was at Milan’s Eicma show, presenting some interesting updates for the 2009 Ducati range. The Sport 1000 S, with its vintage cover and central, round headlight, will be available in both the traditional Ducati red with white stripe, and a new black colour with white stripe.
The GT 1000 will also be available in black with white stripe, in addition to the current twin colour grey. The GT 1000 Touring will appear in black in an elegant style appropriate to its Gran Turismo spirit.
The twin seat and double shock absorber shows the Sport 1000 S in a Café Racer style with red or black chain, white stripe and black frame. The wheels have a spoke design in black and the black exhausts complete the retro look. The Sport 1000 S becomes a two seater on removing the rear tail cover.
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