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Exclusive Vespa GTS 250 Scooter 2009

Vespa GTS 250 Scooter 2009

A few design changes have been made to add fluidity and dynamism to the look of the GTS, combining the Vespa's classic, exclusive look and maneuverability with the performance and technological prowess of big touring scooters. From the front, the Vespa GTS is instantly recognizable by the position of the headlight placed midway down the shield next to the horn, reminiscent of 1950s Vespas, which had a small lamp on the mudguard. The impeccably finished, double-stitched saddle adds a racy touch while improving the comfort of the ride.

The GTS also features a combination digital/analog dashboard-simple and stylish, the LCD display includes a fuel gauge, a rev counter bar, full and partial mileage, a digital clock with the date, an outside air temperature gauge and a coolant temperature gauge. Analog instruments include a speedometer and a comprehensive set of warning lights: turn signals, position and high beam lights, oil pressure, fuel reserve, the immobilizer LED light and the injection control LED light.

While its natural riding position and ergonomics have always made the Vespa comfortable, the seat on the GTS has a new shape and material for an even better ride. Carrying some bags? A rear luggage rack comes standard, and the underseat storage opens with the press of a button, making those spontaneous trips out of town convenient and hard to resist.

Vespa GTS 250 Scooter 2009

Specifications
ENGINE TYPE : Single cylinder, four-stroke, four-valve, electronic injection, catalytic
QUASAR :(QUArter liter Smooth Augmented Range)
CYLINDER CAPACITY : 244cc
BORE x STROKE : 2.8" x 2.36" (72 mm x 60 mm)
MAX POWER at SHAFT : 16.2 kW at 8,250 rpm (22 CV)
MAX TORQUE : 20.2 Nm at 6,500 rpm
FUEL / TANK CAPACITY : Unleaded minimum 91 octane / 2.4 gallons (9.2 litres)
DISTRIBUTION : Chain driven SOHC (single overhead camshaft)
COOLING SYSTEM : Liquid
LUBRICATION : Wet sump, chain-driven lobe pump, filtration during aspiration and discharge
IGNITION : Electronic (with inductive discharge, variable spark advance and three-dimensional mapping)
GEARS CVT : (Continuously Variable Transmission) with torque server
CLUTCH : Automatic centrifugal dry clutch with dampers
CHASSIS : Load-bearing sheet steel chassis with welded structural supports
FRONT SUSPENSION : Single-sided trailing arm with dual chamber hydraulic shock absorber with coaxial spring
REAR SUSPENSION : Helical spring with adjustable four-position pre-load and two dual effect hydraulic shock absorbers
FRONT BRAKE : Ø 8.66" (220 mm) disc
REAR BRAKE : Ø 8.66" (220 mm) disc
FRONT TIRE : Tubeless 120 / 70, 12"
REAR TIRE : Tubeless 130 / 70, 12"
LENGTH : 76.4" (1,940 mm)
WIDTH : 29.7" (755 mm)
WHEELBASE : 54.9" (1,395 mm)
SEAT HEIGHT : 31.1" (790 mm)
DRY WEIGHT : 326 lbs (148 kg)
TYPE-APPROVAL : EPA and CARB
AVAILABLE COLORS : Dragon Red, Black, Excalibur Grey, Giallo Lime (Yellow)

Legendary Scooter Travels Cross Country

, originally uploaded by Master Jeffrey.

I was emailed recently about a painted scooter named "Legend" by
Jeffrey Holmes. He painted his 49cc 2006 TnG Venice with stars and stripes last summer and then took it on a 1400 mile cross country trip from from New Orleans to Key West and Back to Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.

It was a solo trip (no chase vehicle or other participants) and he still
drives her daily and is currently working on a 93 Buick Hearse aka Vodou 1. Cant wait to add that to our collection of Hearses here on art car central. Great work.

Legendary Scooter Travels Cross Country

, originally uploaded by Master Jeffrey.

2010 New Motorcycle Ducati Monster 1100 Motorcycle

2010 Ducati Monster 1100 Image

2010 Ducati Monster 1100 Sport Bike

2010 Ducati Monster 1100 Picture

2010 Motorcycle Model Aprilia Mana 850

2010 Aprilia Mana 850 Sport Bike

2010 Aprilia Mana 850 Red Series

2010 Aprilia Mana 850 Photo

2010 Aprilia Mana 850 Image

2010 Motorcycle Model KTM 1190 RC8 Pictures

2010 KTM 1190 RC8 in Action

2010 KTM 1190 RC8 Motorcycle

2010 KTM 1190 RC8 Picture

2010 KTM 1190 RC8 Black Color

Honda CBR1000RR Sport Motorcycle

2010 Honda CBR1000RR Sport Motorcycle

The new 2010 model adds engine changes that provide an even smoother power delivery.

New for 2010 Honda CBR1000RR

Increased-diameter flywheel for more inertia and improved performance.
Redesigned license plate stay for easier removal on track days.
New muffler cover for enhanced appearance.
Exciting new colors: Pearl Orange/Light Metallic Silver and Red/Black. C-ABS model available in Black only.

Engine/Drivetrain

Compact, liquid-cooled DOHC 16-valve 999cc four-stroke inline four-cylinder engine features bore and stroke dimensions of 76mm x 55.1mm.
Removable cylinder block with Nikasil-coated cylinders.
Sixteen-valve cylinder head features 30.5mm intake and 24mm exhaust valves with a 12.3:1 compression ratio for efficient combustion and high horsepower.
Larger titanium intake valves create a lighter valve train and feature double-spring design for optimum performance at high rpm.
Intake ports use latest shot-peening technology that improves power and torque characteristics.
Cam-pulser location between the middle cylinders allows a narrower cylinder head and frame.
Direct shim-under-bucket valve actuation system ensures high-rpm durability and allows 16,000-mile valve maintenance intervals.
Forged-aluminum thin-domed, high-strength pistons feature molybdenum coating for reduced friction.
Lightweight nutless connecting rods.
Iridium-tip spark plugs improve fuel combustion and performance.
Dual Stage Fuel Injection (DSFI) (see Technology Section).
46mm throttle bodies feature Denso injectors with lightweight valving for faster reaction time and 12 holes per injector to optimize mixture atomization, combustion efficiency and power.
Auto-enriching system is integrated into Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) module, eliminating the need for a manual choke.
Idle Air Control Valve (IACV) minimizes torque reaction and smoothes response to small throttle changes through gradual reductions of air and fuel intake when the throttle is opened and closed.
Ignition Interrupt Control system works with IACV and FI mapping to enhance driveability.
Smaller and lighter ECU provides two 3-D fuel-injection maps for each cylinder and two 3-D ignition maps for cylinder pairs, creating ideal fuel mixture and spark-advance settings for superb rideability.
MotoGP-derived twin-tunnel ram-air system allows a high volume of cooler air to the 9.7-liter airbox for linear power delivery and incredible engine performance.
Butterfly valves inside the ram-air ducts open and close depending on throttle opening and engine rpm for optimum performance.
Compact, low-mount exhaust system design reduces rear bodywork size and incorporates exhaust valve and catalyst, contributing to significantly improved mass centralization, and reducing roll and yaw inertia.
High-capacity radiator incorporates twin cooling fans and allows a more compact cowl for reduced drag coefficient.
Maintenance-free automatic cam-chain tensioner.
Starter gears located on the right side to produce narrow engine that allows for increased lean angle.
Patented slipper-clutch design uses a center cam-assist mechanism for easier actuation. Unlike an ordinary slipper clutch where the pressure plate moves from side to side, the Honda clutch moves both the center cam assist and the pressure plate to provide additional slipper effect.
Nine-plate clutch is compact and tough, featuring durable friction plate material.
Durable #530 O-ring-sealed drive chain.

Additional Features

Iconic Honda Wing tank badge.
Lightweight aluminum sidestand.
Handlebars are repositioned forward for excellent ergonomics.
High-capacity 400-watt AC generator (non-Combined ABS model).
High-tech instrument display features tachometer and LCD readouts for speedometer, coolant temperature, odometer, two tripmeters, clock, mpg, average fuel consumption and reserve fuel used.. A low-fuel LED light and shift-indicator light are located above the LCD.
Line-beam headlight features two-piece reflector design utilizing two H7 bulbs for optimum light distribution and unique compact design.
LED taillights for lighter weight and improved appearance.
Front turn signals integrated into folding aerodynamic mirrors.
Plastic tank shell cover protects tank and airbox.
Convenient ignition switch/fork lock for added security.
Convenient push-to-cancel turn-signal switch.
Maintenance-free high-capacity battery.
Transferable one-year, unlimited-mileage limited warranty; extended coverage available with a Honda Protection Plan.

Specifications
ENGINE

Engine Type 999cc liquid-cooled inline four-cylinder
Bore and Stroke 76mm x 55.1mm
Induction Dual Stage Fuel Injection (DSFI)
Ignition Computer-controlled digital transistorized with three-dimensional mapping
Compression Ratio 12.3:1
Valve Train DOHC; four valves per cylinder

DRIVE TRAIN

Transmission Close-ratio six-speed
Final Drive #530 O-ring chain
CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES
Front Suspension 43mm inverted HMAS cartridge fork with spring preload, rebound and compression damping adjustability; 4.3 inches travel
Rear Suspension Unit Pro-Link® HMAS™ single shock with spring preload rebound and compression-damping adjustability; 5.4 inches travel
Front Brake Dual radial-mounted four-piston calipers with 320 mm discs
Rear Brake Single 220 mm disc
Front Tire 120/70ZR-17 radial
Rear Tire 190/55ZR-17 radial

DIMENSIONS

Rake (Caster Angle): 23.3°
Trail 96.2mm (3.8 inches)
Wheelbase 55.4 inches
Seat Height 32.3 inches
Curb Weight 439 pounds (Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and full tank of fuel--ready to ride.)
Fuel Capacity 4.7 gallons, including 1.06-gallon reserve

OTHER

Colors: CBR1000RR ABS: Pearl Orange/Light Metallic Silver, Red/Black
CBR1000RR ABS C-ABS: Black
Curb Weight*: 439 pounds (CBR1000RR ABS) / 461.7 pounds (CBR1000RR ABS C-ABS)
Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and full tank of fuel--ready to ride.
Meets current EPA standards. California version meets current California Air Resources Board (CARB) standards and may differ slightly due to emissions equipment.

Comfortable High Heel Shoe car

Funny High Heel Shoe car with Red Color

It looks just about as comfortable as a pair of high heels, too. Is it a car, a shoe, or a motorcycle? Yes. this design car is funny because high heel shoe car looks simple design and comfortbale.

Motorcycle Model Ducati 999

Ducati 999

Ducati 999 wallpapers

Ducati 999

New Design Concept Icare motorcycle Ideas

Beautiful Icare motorcycle Concept Future with red color

Modern Concept Icare motorcycle with black color

Wowo Ultramodern Icare motorcycle future car

Cool design concept future Icare motorcycle car

Maybe I’m still on an awesome motorcycle kick from The Dark Knight, but I saw this Icare prototype by the folks over at Enzyme and nearly wet myself. The Icare looks something like Kanada’s bike from Akira but stolen and appropriated by Batman, and I absolutely love it. There seem to be two versions as well, the one in the top photo, and then the two below it. I’m slightly in love with the top version and it’s uni-light, something about that makes my heart flutter.

The bike is designed to use a six-cylinder 1.8 liter Honda engine, which I guess should give you some pretty decent power. I just think it would be awesome to tear around town on one of these, people would totally think you’re some kind of super hero. But as usual this is still just a prototype, and I’m sure when it comes out it’ll cost a pretty penny, but it’s always nice to look, right?

New electric 3 wheeled car

Simple Design electric 3 wheeled car

i think this car is simple electric car for future. The Zap Xebra is an electric 3 wheeled car produced in China and sold in the United States the Xebra has a 40klm range with a top speed of around 60klm an hour. Technically classed as a motorcycle the car features such luxuries as 4 seats with seatbelts and a radio/cassette and a heater. The Xebra is about the cheapest electric cars you could own with a price tag of around $11k US it could be tempting to some but also remember 40klm is not that far and walking or riding a bike is just as environmentally friendly with far less mechanical problems. Many owners who have ponied up cash for the Xebra have noted it has poor build quality with a tendency to leak water into the electrics, probably not a good thing in an electric car. Zap claim to have rectified the leaking issue but you really have to be keen to go green with a car that looks like this one.

Proxima rides at you like a car, zips off like a motorcycle

Proxima concept car

New Proxoma concept car elegant

You'd probably think the Proxima is a car if you saw it from the front, or a motorcycle — albeit an odd-looking one — from the rear. You'd be right, both times. A concept by Alvino Design, the Proxima is a two-seater that successfully blends two different vehicle styles. Chances are, if you love motorcycles the Proxima won't provide the same thrill, but anyone into odd vehicle concepts or just sleek body stylings besides should be able to appreciate the Proxima's elegant tapering from one vehicle and into another.

Concept Cars Nobody Covered at the Paris Motor Show

bizarre City Car

car Lada Revolution 3

Assystem City Car concept

iSolo concept car

It's no newsflash that Russians have money these days, but what remains to be seen is whether rich Ruskies would be willing to spend their flash cash on cars built by the home team, Lada. But the home team may be ready to find out. Behold the Lada Revolution 3, a Russian supercar. Mid-engine, six-speed, rear-drive, low-slung, adjustable wing in back, this thing apparently has it all. Under the rear glass, under a cover that suggests it might be concealing a V-8, beats the heart of a Renault F4R774 2.0-liter four cylinder, making 245 hp, which is supposedly enough to hustle this thing to 62 mph in just 5.9 seconds en route to a top speed of 155 mph. Pagani has nothing to worry about. Yet. If you think Russian concepts are weird, try this Hungarian one from the Andros Group. Called iSolo, it's an ultra-light (770-pound), aero-slick (0.22 Cd) three seat electric car that can run on solar energy gathered from the roof panels, plug-in power, or pedal power. That's right, each seat has two pedals that can be pumped to generate electricity. Top speed is said to be 80 mph. A multi-fuel range-extending combustion engine is in the works for a future show. The name of this one almost says it all: Assystem City Car. w's this for a wacky hybrid. Four wheels arrayed in a diamond pattern. The front and rear wheels can turn fully 90 degrees in either direction, allowing the car to pivot about its center, or to drive into a parallel parking space and then pivot into position. Here's where it really gets weird. The front wheel is electrically driven, with the motor and four batteries all mounted on a turntable that includes a control arm and spring/damper for the wheel (the drivetrain is not unsprung, thankfully. The rear wheel is powered by a Honda scooter's 600cc motor, which again is mounted along with a small gas tank, on a turntable. Assystem is an engineering company, working with Franco Sbarro design, that is looking for a licensee to build the bizarre City Car. We wish them luck. Lumeneo Smera. Billed as a 1+1 tandem, this four-wheeled enclosed motorcycle of sorts is powered by electricity, using a 30kW motor and a 10 kW-hour battery good for 150 km (93-mile) range. It rides on four 145/70R-14 tires and can lean 25 degrees in the turns. I wouldn't hold my breath for production ever reaching U.S. shores.

Yamaha FJR1300A Supersport Touring

2010 Yamaha FJR1300A Supersport Touring

It might seem that the 2010 Honda VFR1200F has come to reinvent the supersport touring segment, but manufacturers such as Yamaha have their own classic approach towards offering a motorcycle that is fast, comfortable and built to last, the 2010 FJR1300A. Those of you who are familiar with the name will say that the FJR1300AE is an even better choice thanks to Yamaha’s electric-shift five-speed transmission, which eliminates the clutch and offer riders effortless electric shifting, but Yamaha has discontinued this model for 2010 and leaves FJR riders completely in charge over the bike’s functions.

Considering the fact that Yamaha brags about the new FJR1300A offering an incredibly smooth ride, you first tend to think they simply took the best from the AE model – the fancy transmission and clutch – and fitted it on the A one, which was to carry on as a 2010 model year, but no. Along time, sales have shown that riders prefer the FJR’s beautiful combination between power coming from the 1298cc, liquid-cooled, inline-four; DOHC, 16 valves engine and sporty handling characteristics ensured by a light aluminum frame.

Broadly, the right engine and chassis “make” the bike and in this case, the fuel-injected mill is mated to a five-speed gearbox and a shaft stands as the final drive, while the forks are 48mm, fully adjustable units capable of 5.4 inches of travel and the rear shock, which is preload and rebound adjustable, offers 4.8 inches of travel. Although none of these features are new on the bike, they do help us show how engineers managed to do the trick with this motorcycle. The brakes are very important as well for this 641 lbs two-wheeler and the fact that ABS is standard on the 2010 Yamaha FJR1300A comes as an ease of things for most riders.

Technically, this bike doesn’t get any reproaches, but in order to be a refined sports tourer it needs to offer the proper comfort and wind protection. And with adjustable ergonomics and windshield, the 2010 Yamaha FJR1300A doesn’t show any signs of not being precisely that.

As we earlier mentioned, people tend to compare the fairly unchanged 2010 Yamaha FJR1300A with the new, sport-oriented 2010 Honda VFR1200F and we’ll have to say that if that would be the case, the subject of this article won’t stand a change, but the 2009 Honda ST1300 is still going strong and has plenty to show against our bike, especially in terms of touring-like comfort and excellent wind protection. So the battle between Big Red and Racing Blue should start a new round after Honda calls the ST1300 a 2010 model year.