Vyrus is testing a new bike

The Italian manufacturer of exclusive motorcycles Vyrus on the famous racetrack Mugello Circuit conducted the first test of one of their new cars.

The company Vyrus has been very scarce in the provision of more information about the new bike, but one photo is enough to understand that the new bike has a few significant differences from the currently shipping models. For example, the air intake system inertia turbocharging, located on the models 984/985 asymmetrically on the new bike is moved to the central area of ​​the fairing, as Vyrus 986 M2. In addition, the new model is released Italians new design plastic fairings.

Like the rest of the illustrious family of Vyrus, novelty is equipped with a unique system of taxing - Hub-center Steering System (HCS). The front wheel of a motorcycle attached to a kind of pendulum, and is controlled by the steering rod while not directly related to the shock that virtually eliminates pecks during heavy braking. For the first time such a control scheme found serial application in the Italian motorcycle Bimota Tesi in 1990. Later, the former technical director of Bimota Ascanio Rodorigo founded Vyrus Motor Division.

Testing at Mugello new Vyrus experienced one of the young talents of British Superbike Championship Bridevell Tommy, who is ninth in the standings British championship. "I am delighted with the piloting of this bike and I am confident that the new model Vyrus great promise. Motorcycle incredibly stable in fast corners at lightning speed and is able to change direction ", - told the driver after the first test

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Victory extends the range

Yesterday Victory Motorcycles introduced the lineup in 2014. The presentation was dedicated to the 15th anniversary of the brand.

There is nothing extraordinary, it was added a few new color schemes. The line will be the version of "8-Ball» Models Cross Country and Cross Roads. "The ball number 8", and so it is possible to translate the name is different all-black color and a lower price. Both Bagger equipped with a powerful V-twin Freedom 106/6, prices start from 17 999 and 15 999 dollars, depending on configuration, respectively.

Another surprise - known customizers Arlen and Cory Ness took part in the development of the model, called Ness Legacy Cross Country. The price of this bike will be 22,999 dollars.

A model of Victory High-Ball will now be offered to the buyer in two different color schemes. In addition to the "old" black-and-white version with cast wheels, will be changed to the color of a flame and spitsovanymi wheels. The price of High-Ball has been reduced by one thousand dollars, and now is 13,499 U.S. dollars.

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The infirmary has raged

Frenchman Ludovic Infirmary has once again created a masterpiece of customizing. This time, on the basis of the Bavarian Naked BMW R1200R.

Projects Louis Infirmary - customizers from around the world - are rarely without public attention, sometimes settling in the garages of very rich people or celebrities. For example, a passionate admirer of Monsieur Infirmary is our compatriot actor Gerard Depardieu has a whole collection of motorcycles. By request of another wealthy client from France, who wished to remain anonymous, create a new custom-bike BMW R1200R. Definitely not possible to classify a new project: a motorcycle stuck somewhere on the border between the scrambler and a cafe racer.

In the course of global modernization Louis Infirmary and his colleagues from the donor BMW R1200R left only boxer engine of 1170 cc. cm and rear suspension Paralever, which is a single-cast aluminum alloy swingarm and shock absorber with progressive damping character. Other details of the project - it's the ideas embodied members of the famous French studio. So on a BMW R1200R «settled» new frame, suspension BMW Motorrad Telelever gave way to the front fork of the classic sportbike Yamaha YZF-R6, and a large seat was replaced with a single, made in the style of cafe racers.

Bulky standard BMW exhaust system was replaced by a Spanish company products IXIL, topped with a short aluminum silencer. Stock dashboard also went to the back shelves, and in its place hoisted a small digital speedometer. In addition, a motorcycle appeared a direct drive, small mirrors and lots of subtle accessories. At the end of the image of the neo-retro scrambler on the order transfigured BMW R1200R set toothy rubber Continental Twinduro.

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Another new BMW

Italian paparazzi caught in the lens during road tests another model of BMW, which, apparently, will join the line of products in the next, in 2014. Perhaps a new retro-classic BMW HP2 Roadster will be shown to potential buyers this fall - at the show EICMA in Italy.

Judging by the photos, as the powerplant BMW HP2 Roadster will use a time-tested engine of the R-series air-cooled, not the new "water" engine fitted to the BMW R1200GS, 2013. This is evident from the exhaust configuration (the place of exit from the cylinder heads), ending dual mufflers located on the left.

The design of the front suspension - not quite usual for BMW. Instead of "corporate» Telelever used upside-down telescopic fork. Also pictured are seen radial brake calipers, spoke wheels and light classical round shape. Motorcycle concept is somewhat similar to BMW Lo-Rider, developed in 2008.

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KTM RC8R will test the endurance

Austrian sportbike running pilots HAMAGUCHI BAKUON RACING team will participate in the most famous motorcycle races of endurance, lasting 8:00, - SUZUKA 8H.

The design of the bike has been used based on the popular animated series «Bakuon». Motorcycle, which will take part in the race, has already passed the race tests - they were held on 15, 16 and 17 July at the Suzuka track in Japan.

In 2012, the team at KTM RC8 already tried to select prizes from Japanese motoproizvoditeley, but to do so prevented the accident, which occurred on the 151 lap race. And this year, Yoshihiro Hamaguchi (Yhoshihiro Hamaguchi), Tatsuya Dayraku (Tatsuya Dairaku) and Shota Fujishima (Shota Fujishima) again try their strength and endurance.

Yoshihiro Hamaguchi: "Our team Hamaguchi Racing appeared more than 15 years ago and we were in different championships and on different motorcycles. For the past 12 seasons in a row I have been involved in Suzuka 8H. In the past year we have rolled out to the launch of KTM RC8R in the colors of our own team, and it was a very interesting experience. I stand in endurance racing for many years, but to do it at MWC to us, no one dared! "

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Vespa has changed the world

Vespa scooter has become one of the 12 items that changed the world. So counted 12 leading experts in the field of industrial design, who commissioned by CNN compiled a list of the 12 most important items of the last 100 years.

In the opinion of the jury, a revolutionary concept Vespa scooter allows him to rightfully occupy a place in the "Hall of Fame industrial design world."

The key criteria for the selection of items for the list of the top 12 were: empathy, compassion, when the designer creates the concept is not for himself but for others; practicality - thing is to carry out its functions, to be cost effective and to be produced in addition object should evoke strong positive emotions.

The unique design of Vespa - in its universality and "uniseksualnosti": it is suitable for both men and women. A practical, cost-effectiveness and the ability to Vespa become the object of desire can not be questioned. His shot in his films, cult director Federico Fellini (eg, k / f "Sweet Life"), went on a Vespa musicians The Beatles - scooter influence on culture and the arts, as well as the design and development of the motorcycle industry significantly.

In addition to the scooter Vespa, a list of 12 iconic items of the last century were: Apple Mac computer in 1984, Bang & Olufsen stereo 2400 1979 airliner Airbus 380, the escalator, the space plane Virgin Galactic, 8-inch floppy diskette, office chair Aeron, player iPod, the first in the world of car produced millions of lots, Ford Model T, radial aircraft engine and ... Kalashnikov AK-47.

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New 'Duke'

New 'Duke' KTM "brought to light" the prototype of the new KTM 1290 SUPERDUKER. The site was chosen the right - the Goodwood Festival of Speed ​​in the UK.

Ran a "monster" on the track length of 1.8 km experienced racer, a former pilot of MotoGP, and now - a test pilot KTM Jeremy McWilliams (JeremyMcWilliams). Despite the fact that the bike is still a prototype, according to representatives of the KTM, it is very much in common with the production model in 1290 SUPER DUKE R, the production of which will start later this year. So, it's the same engine, borrowed from the 1190 RC8 R sportbike and repurposed to increase the torque.

Jeremy on his KTM, shod in slicks Dunlop, rode the track for 54 seconds, sometimes accelerating to 220 km / h - and sometimes on the back wheel. And here is what he says about his car: "I managed many high-performance motorcycles, but nothing compares to this monster. He totally fits the name. In the evening on the eve of the festival, first sat behind the wheel, I'd like crazy tomorrow - in order to drive it on the highway.

And I thought we had a pretty good idea - the reaction of the audience was just indescribable! Even Kevin Shvants told me that this bike at the festival, which pleased him most. He really wanted to ride it. As for the production version, I can say only one thing - buyers will not be disappointed in her. "

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Updated Aprilia Tuono

Up to 167 hp increased engine power Aprilia Tuono V4 R APRC 2014 model year. Another important innovation - a motorcycle will be installed the newest, most advanced system ABS.

Dual-channel anti-lock braking system Bosch 9MP will be paired with the brake calipers Brembo M432 - these components must make the most stable braking in all conditions.

Powerplant updated Tuono - four V-twin engine displacement of 999.6 cm3, to cope with this power will help the engine management APRC (Aprilia Performance Ride Control), which includes traction control, wheelie control and Launch-Control.

Was increased and the fuel tank - up to 18.5 liters, the seat has changed its shape and become more ergonomic. Price of motorcycle will be 14,999 U.S. dollars, but there are rumors that it may be reduced to 13,999 dollars - to attract "thrifty" buyers. But what changes have been made in the motor bike:

• improved timing mechanism
• inlet path length is increased by 20 mm
• increased the size of the flywheel
• increased gear ratio in the first three gears PPC
• now has a peak power of 11 500 rev / min

Technical data Aprilia Tuono V4 R APRC ABS 2014: Engine Engine type Aprilia V-4 with a transverse crankshaft angle collapse of the cylinder 65 °, four-stroke, liquid-cooled, gas distribution system DOHC, four valves per cylinder, electric start
Bore / stroke 78/52, 3 mm
Engine capacity 999.6 cm ³
The compression ratio of 13:1
Maximum output at crankshaft 167 hp at 11 500 rev / min
Maximum torque on the crankshaft 111.5 N • m at 9500 r / min
The power supply system throttles 4 Weber-Marelli 48 mm in diameter, 4 injector
The engine management system Ride-by-Wire with three modes - T (Track), S (Sport), R (Road)
Ignition Magneti Marelli, one candle per cylinder ignition coil built into the spark
The exhaust system 4 to 2 to 1, one oxygen sensor, single silencer with engine power valve, built trivalent catalytic converter (Euro 3)
Generator power 450 W
Lubrication system Wet sump oil radiator and two oil pumps
Gearbox 6-speed, cassette type. Gear ratio 1 - 39/15 (2.6) 2 - 33/16 (2,063) 3 - 34/20 (1.7) 4 - 32/22 (1.455) 5 - 34/26 (1,308 ) 6 - 33/27 (1.222). Gearshift lever with electronic Aprilia Quick Shift (aQS)
Multi-plate clutch in oil bath
Primary drive Spur gears with a gear ratio: 73/44 (1,659)
Secondary transmission chain with a gear ratio of 42/16 (2,625)
The engine management system system APRC (Aprilia Performance Ride Control), which includes traction control (aTC), wheelie control (aWC), Launch-Control (aLC), each of which can be enabled and disabled independently Welded aluminum frame, with cast and stamped elements
Sachs steering damper
Front suspension Sachs upside-down fork 43 mm diameter with the radial mount brake calipers, adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping, stroke 120 mm
Double-arm rear suspension aluminum swingarm, fully adjustable Sachs monoshock with expansion tank, a system of progressive levers APS. Rear wheel travel: 130 mm
The front brake system two floating brake discs 320 mm diameter stainless steel monobloc radial brake calipers Brembo M432 with 4-piston diameter of 32 mm, brake master cylinder radial type with reinforced brake hose Rear brake disc diameter of 220 mm, floating Brembo brake caliper with two 32 mm pistons, synthetic brake pads, brake master cylinder with integrated tank and armored brake hose Switchable ABS Bosch 9MP, configurable for 3 modes of engine operation
Cast-aluminum wheels, three-spoke, Front: 3,5 "X17"; Rear: 6,00 "X17"
Radial tubeless tires, front: 120/70 ZR 17 Rear: 190/55 ZR 17 (or 190/50 ZR 17 or 200/55 ZR 17)
LxWxH 2062 × 796 × 1090 mm
Clearance of 124 mm
Seat height 833 mm
Wheelbase 1443 mm
Removal of the front wheel 107 mm
The angle of the steering column 25 °
Dry weight 186 kg
Fuel tank capacity 18.5 liters

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Quite a different Yamaha XJR1300

The Italian unit known studio Deus Ex Machina has created an interesting custom-bike is based on the model Yamaha XJR1300.

Zrazy after the opening of its new studio in Italy famous custom studio Deus Ex Machina was commissioned by the European division of Yamaha. Earlier in the framework of the project «Yard Built Specials», launched by Yamaha, Danish experts Wrenchmonkees built their variation on the large "Roadman» Yamaha XJR1300, and now it is the turn of guys from Deus Ex Machina. The new bike is named «Project X».

"Before you start, we were intrigued by what is hidden under the" skin "of this powerful motorcycle. Yamaha XJR1300 proved to be very worthy of the donor for the construction of custom-bike - says Alessandro Rossi Deus Ex MachinaItaly. - The inspiration we drew in motorcycles of the 1970s and 1980s, participating in endurance racing, and built only for one purpose - to win races. We decided that we should XJR is proud to show everyone around its 1251 cc engine, so removed from the motorcycle maximum of details. "

During rework Yamaha XJR1300 not only significantly "pokromsal" but equipped with high-quality suspension Öhlins, radial brakes Brembo, titanium exhaust system LeoVince, Pirelli tires and magnesium rims Marvic Streamline. The stock steering wheel was replaced by a wider, and the dashboard has lost all the components, except for the tachometer.

In turn, the standard seat has given way to an analog handmade from leather and suede. The most interesting thing at the show EICMA 2013 studio Deus Ex Machina Italy promises to provide an official upgrade kit Yamaha XJR1300. It appears that this fall every owner XJR with such a "whale" can in his garage to collect the same custom-bike.

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BMW S1000R again caught in the lens

Already it is no secret that BMW is developing the "bare" version of their super popular sports bike S1000RR. And here is a new model of the newly captured during the ongoing road tests, which are likely to be completed before the annual exhibition EICMA - it is traditionally held in Milan this fall.

Frame, depicting a secret until the motorcycle side, clearly gives us to understand what exactly are the final (or close to it) version of the Bavarian streetfighter. The photo shows that the motorcycle had inherited from his plastic progenitor of many ancestral features, including the design of the exhaust system. However, the main mystery was never solved: what is hidden inside the engine? No doubt: this 193-strong birdie certainly will cut wings, putting the cut feathers on the altar of torque.

Also in the photo is clearly discernible with the combustion air intake system that is located between two asymmetric headlights. Apparently, he will work as an inertial supercharger. Still, peering at the image, you can see speed sensors both wheels - a clear proof that will be installed on the S1000R ABS and traction control. Although this is hardly anyone doubted.

Be that as it may, all eagerly await the official release of BMW. But this is unlikely to happen until the autumn of this year.

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Desmosedici - Goodbye

Nicky Hayden will not play for the factory Ducati team in MotoGP in 2014. The athlete was with Ducati five years, but he was not offered a contract extension for the season of 2014.

Officials from Bologna argue that it is still interested in working with the world champion in 2006, and will be offered new terms - may be replaced by Nicky Desmosedici on the 1199R Panigale and will compete for prizes in WSBK.

The best result racer in 2013 after five stages - the fifth result on the track at Le Mans. During the five years of collaboration with the Italians the best result, which he managed to achieve - the third step of the podium. His team-mate Andrea Dovizioso, who finished third in the regular time of play for the team Tech 3 Yamaha, after moving to Ducati could not get anything more than the fourth result.

The most likely replacement Hayden is Cal Crutchlow, but his collaboration with the team remains in doubt, in the light of proposals and contracts last year.

In an interview in June of this year, Nicky Hayden said: "I love the team and I like the Ducati, I think they're on the right track and always will be the first, and I would still be with them when it happens. My plan is simple - stay in MotoGP ».

However, over the past weekend at the Sachsenring track Hayden said: "I ​​have contacts with some teams WSBK, and I'm concerned with a proposal. Of course, I would prefer to stay in MotoGP bike on the right and in the right team, but now the outlook is not too bright. I want to continue to engage in motorcycling, so I will have to appear, keep it up somewhere else. "

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Scrambler Ducati - revival

According to unofficial information, while Ducati plans to supplement its range of another motorcycle.

Object to "clone" should be elegant Ducati Scrambler, unreleased in the 70-ies of the last century and is equipped with a single-cylinder air-cooled engine. This motor is not a model of reliability - he had a problem with the crankshaft, and a number of other "congenital diseases."

However, Ducati is not going to soon give up the tradition of recent years to equip all of its two-cylinder motorcycle engine with the angle of the cylinders 90 degrees. Apparently, the new scrambler will be no exception, as the most likely donor engine is well known for its high reliability Monster 696.

Production of the new model is planned for the Ducati factory in Thailand, but this would require a capacity expansion - now the plant is fully loaded, releasing a thousand motorcycles a year. To reduce the cost of motorcycle with its assembly planned use of components of the braking system and suspension made ​​in the Thailand and adjacent neighboring states.

More about Ducati Scrambler not yet known - neither prices nor accurate assembly, nor the date of commencement of production. However, when we have any further information, we will immediately share it with you.

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Bombardier all-terrain trike

Bombardier Charles (Charles Bombardier), a designer and engineer, seems to haunt the laurels of his grandfather, Joseph-Armand Bombardier - the inventor of the snowmobile and founder of Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP).

Charles has developed, without exaggeration, a new type of transport. The concept is called the Bombardier Trailtrike and is a trike to move on the road. This is clearly hinted at a tire-tread pattern developed and riding position.

Author of the project a little bit about your child. According to him, Trailtrike will be equipped with an auxiliary electric motor, which will be paired with brakes and suspension, and will be forced to guarantee the optimum angle of the machine turns.

As the power plant selected two-stroke engine with 165 hp with the CVT. Trailtrike will also be driven directly to all three wheels - another part of good permeability.

While the development of a new vehicle is at a stage sketches, but we hope that it will go ahead and complete at least the manufacture of the test sample off-road trike.

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Racer-record holder crashed

The famous American racer champion crashed on Sunday while trying to reach a speed of 300 miles per hour on a runway closed military airport in Maine.

Forty-four Bill Warner was dispersed to the level of 285 m / h (456 km / h), and then lost control of the motorcycle and took off the runway. However, until now not known how fast the motorcycle was moving at the time when he abruptly changed direction, flew off tarmac lane and crashed - said Tim Kelly, director of racing chronometer Loring Association, which organized the annual festival of speed.

After the accident, Warner was conscious and even talked, Kelly said, but after an hour and fifteen minutes later, he died in hospital.

At its turbocharged Suzuki Hayabusa motorcycle Warner already broke the record speed, speeding up to 311 miles / hour (497.6 km / h) at a distance of one and a half miles on the same lane. This speed was considered a record for motorcycles traditional design.

This time, Warner wanted to reach the speed of 300 miles per hour at a distance of one mile.

Festival «MaineEvent» (event in Maine) - is an annual event taking place on closed in 1994, the air base of strategic aviation in the state of Maine. For races using a 4.3-km runway and a 600-meter safety zone behind it.

However, despite all the security measures, in front of more than four hundred spectators there was a terrible accident. Immediately after the accident all the planned activities were canceled.

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At Honda F6B a competitor

The company Yamaha, not wanting to keep up with the latest trends in motorcycle fashion, trying to bite off a piece of the pie Honda F6B, creating a "symmetrical response" hondovskie Bagger - Yamaha XV1900 Midnight Star CFD.

In this case, the acronym stands for CFD «casualfulldress», which can be translated as "complete kapotirovka on every day." According to the release, the company has to bear the bike elegance and unparalleled comfort for the riders at the same time preserving the reputation of power and strength that have always been the hallmark of the family of V-twin.

Updated bike boasts a full fairing "bat wing", the two models specifically designed for quick-side cases, painted in the color of the motorcycle, as well as the slipper clutch system with lower load on the lever. «XV 1900 Midnight Star CFD was created for real lovers of cruisers who appreciate modern design and are ready to use the enormous potential of this car for long distance travel." - Says Yamaha.

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Streetfighter new Tuono V4R

The Italian manufacturer Aprilia officially presented streetfighter Aprilia Tuono V4R sample the 2014 model year

New Aprilia Tuono V4R is equipped with the same liter engine V4, as before, but its power is slightly increased: 170 hp peak engine produces 11 500 rev / min. In PPC ratios were replaced so as to improve the dynamics of dispersal in the first three gears. In addition to the lifting capacity of the engine, the Italian engineers have increased the fuel tank to 18.5 liters, and set on a lighter bike seat, brakes Brembo M432 and the new adjustable 43-millimeter fork Sachs USD.

One of the major innovations that have appeared on the 2014 model, an updated electronics package APRC (Aprilia Performance Ride Control). In the APRC is 3-mode anti-lock braking system (track, sport, rain), which, if desired, can be completely disabled by taking control over the brakes. In addition to the ABS, the package Aprilia Performance Ride Control system includes Wheelie-control (3 modes), 3-mode Launch-control, for use on the track, kvikshifter and auto-calibration, which automatically adjusts the system regardless of the rubber. In addition, a complete Aprilia Tuono V4R entered an updated 8-level traction control.

According to the company Aprilia, Tuono V4R - it superbike with high wheel, unbeaten on the race track and brings the pleasure of driving on public roads. In Europe, the new streetfighter Aprilia will be priced at 16,100 euros.

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Large goose waiting for upgrade

The following year, the flagship tourer BMW Motorrad R1200GS company will receive a planned update, which will affect both the base modifications and additional list of options.

Basically upgrade undergo handling characteristics R1200GS, namely, existing at the time of the optional five modes of operation of the engine will no longer be available. Modes "Rain" and "The Road" will be included in the standard configuration model of the sample in 2014, along with a system of active safety ASC and the steering damper. In the "options" will now be called mode «Pro», including the additional sub-modes «Dynamic», «Enduro» and «Enduro Pro», all three with the updated configuration ASC and ABS. In addition, the semi-active suspension system - an electronic system dynamically adjusting the suspension BMW Motorrad Dynamic ESA - can now be ordered separately.

In BMWgovoryat that in optional packages Dynamic Performance, Comfort and Touring for R1200GS also will be changes, though, what exactly is not specified. As innovations will affect the retail price of the BMW R1200GS 2014 model year, is not yet clear.

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The prototype Suzuki V-Strom lit

Earlier this month, we informed our readers that Suzuki has systematically preparing for the imminent launch of the new model Suzuki V-Strom 1000.

Last week, the Japanese launched a dedicated mini-site dedicated to the new motorcycle, published on the page of a very brief trailer, some photos of concept bike, sketch and a detailed history of the model. But obviously, preparing to enter the model involves far greater dimensions than just launch a website on the Internet. Currently, pre-production model of motorcycle passes the final road test. Earlier this week, a working prototype Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014 model year was seen and photographed in the German Alps. Even after passing inspection, it becomes clear that the production model will look a little different from the concept bike shown at last year's Intermot in Cologne. Also the quality of execution of various components and assemblies suggests that the prototype is under development, as close to the launch of the model in production.

The new Suzuki V-Strom set 1000-cc V-twin engine with liquid cooling, chassis, built around an aluminum frame, front Tokico radial brake calipers with ABS and is equipped with a number of electronic "assistants". It is expected that the model will be the world premiere at the end of 2013, and sales will start in 2014. The new Suzuki V-Strom 1000 will compete with models like the BMW R1200GS, Ducati Multistrada and Yamaha Super Ténéré.

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Yamaha is working on a three-wheeled scooter

According to the latest news from Yamaha, as early as next year, the Japanese company will launch its first three-wheeled scooter, equipped with an independent front suspension with swivel mechanism.

It looks like the company Yamaha, finally realized that the ever-complacent and not modern market requires not just regular updates lineup, but the periodic release of completely new models. Not so long ago, the company introduced a new public Naked MT-09 (FZ-09), equipped with a three-cylinder engine, and then showed its latest two-cylinder engine. However, as soon as the manufacturer of Hamamatsu introduce a brand new vehicle LMW (Leaning Multi Wheeler). Judging by the photos, the new Yamaha is similar with the scooter Piaggio MP3 arrangement of the wheels, but the relationship with the concept of four-wheeled Tesseract, presented by the company on the Tokyo show in 2007, the minimum.

The company argued that their tricycle will be more athletic in comparison with similar vehicles competitors, but at the same time, ideal for getting around the city. The main highlight will be the special Yamaha trehkolesnika front suspension, which will allow tricycles come in turns, with a slope just like a motorcycle. Regarding the motor for new items yet unknown - perhaps it will be the power unit of 300-400 cc. cm, and it can and does become the new two-cylinder engine, shown at the beginning of this week.

In an interview with a British publication CEO Yamaha, Hiroyuki Yanagi, said that the new LMW will cost about 10,000 dollars. Start of production is planned for 2014, so it is reasonable to expect the premiere of the production model three-wheeled scooter this fall at the EICMA show in Milan, or at the motor show in Tokyo.

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MV Agusta launches "charged» Brutale

The famous Italian motorcycle maker introduced an improved version of its flagship Naked Brutale 1090 RR.

NEW MV Agusta will be released under his own name Brutale Corsa and the top-end version of the Naked 1090 RR will have several important differences. However, the engine is not one of them. Four rows of 1,078 cubic meters. cm is unchanged and still produces an impressive 158 hp and 100 Nm of torque. The main feature of the model is the Brutale Corsa other suspensions and wheel discs. So, to replace the front fork Marzocchi, mounted on the base versions Brutale 1090, as modified Corsa came fully customizable and adjustable Öhlins NIX30. Moreover, the place of standard wheels occupied by new - ultra-light forged.

To further strengthen the impression of exclusivity of the new Brutale Corsa, motorcycle undergone some cosmetic updating: its design was used new red-and-white color scheme, two-tone saddle stitched by hand, front and rear wings are made of carbon fiber with a logo on them MV Agusta . The image of an uncompromising sports Neyked was supplemented with small accessories made of ultra-strong and lightweight aluminum - clutch and brake levers, steering column plate.

In his native Italy, new Brutale Corsa ABS will cost respectable 20,990 €, an increase of € 3,000 more expensive top-end version of the Brutale 1090 RR.

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On the Superbike with Honda

July 18, the eve of the Russian stage of the World Cup Superbike, the company "Honda Motor RUS" presents a unique opportunity to visit the race track before the Moscow Raceway WSBK race weekend and see the "inside" the whole process of preparing the route, riders and technology!

Everyone who will participate in the Honda VIP Night will have the opportunity to meet with the legend of motorsport, the British racer Ron Hazlamom. Pilot, who during his long career has had a bit of traveling and granpriynoy "pyatisotke" and Norton F1 rotary engine. Ron won a lot of races in different classes, including the Tourist Trophy race on the Isle of Man. Ron Hazlam - the founder of the school sports riding Honda Ron Haslam Race School in the UK and the father of the current pilot WSBK, Hazlama Leon, who will take part in the Russian National WorldSuperbike. In addition to the legendary Ron Hazlam, nicknamed "Rocket", the participants Honda VIP Night will meet with team riders Pata Honda - Leon Hezlamom and Jonathan Rea! They will be offered a unique opportunity to see close racing motorcycles Honda CBR 1000RR Fireblade SBK, and live-work mechanic training techniques to races.

In addition to all the above, the participants Honda VIP Night will receive:

• Walking through the paddock Moscow Raceway
• Walk through a covered Pit-lane
• Visit the Superbike Village - a link between the grandstands, paddock, parking and food outlets. This trade exhibition area, which is an integral part of all phases of the world championship on each track. There are direct sales, test drives motorcycles, presentations of new products, prize drawings with attributes championship, shows
• Visit the corporate tent Honda
• Gala dinner in the VIP-box, along with the organizers, representatives of the teams and riders
• Autograph and photo session
• Prizes and gifts from Honda Motor RUS

All those wishing to get on the Honda VIP Night required to register and submit an application through the registration on the official website http://www.honda.co.ru/motorcycles/ until July 15. Please note that the number of participants is limited. In order to convince the company Honda, what you deserve to visit the Honda VIP Night, please send your photo on a motorcycle Honda and write a few sentences why you chose the brand Honda motorcycle and why he was so good. Details - in the entry form on the site. All participants must own a motorcycle Honda, a priority - a series of motorcycle owners CBR. The presence of the rights to the "A" is mandatory. Participation is free.

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