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Ducati Reveals Impressive Panigale 1199 Superquadro Engine

By | October 16, 2011 | Ducati, Sportbikes, What's New |

If you thought Ducati could not improve their production superbike motor, you were dead wrong!

Ducati Reveals Impressive Panigale 1199 Superquadro Engine

The following press release details the new 195 hp, 98 lb-ft Superquadro 1199 engine for their new superbike. In addition to the press release and video below, you can visit Ducati’s Superquadro website here.

With just a matter of weeks to go until the final unveiling of Ducati’s brand new 1199 Panigale at the EICMA International Motorcycle Show in Milan (10-13 November), the Italian manufacturer now reveals the secrets behind the awesome power of its 2012 Superbike.

The most extreme benchmark ever
Ducati’s latest engine, the Superquadro, goes beyond the barriers of engineering to enable the introduction of a futuristic Superbike today. Its no-compromise approach to design, combined with Ducati’s Italian >> Read More

2012 Ducati Streetfighter 848

By | October 16, 2011 | Ducati, Naked, What's New |

This bike is much more than a smaller displacement version of the big 1100. That original Streetfighter is simply too much motorcycle for most enthusiasts. A very aggressive steering geometry and that huge, powerful superbike motor, together with wide handlebars make for quite a handful. Ducati has done more than stick a smaller engine in that chassis with the new 848.

2012 Ducati Streetfighter 848

If you wanted more performance than you could find from a Monster or a Hypermotard, perhaps a jump to the Streetfighter 1100 was too big. The Streetfighter 848 might be your answer, as it starts with the smaller, but still powerful 848 EVO engine, which has been tuned for broader, smoother power delivery and reduced fuel consumption and emissions. Don’t worry, Ducati says the bike still puts out 132 hp at 10,000 RPM, more than enough for most naked bike enthusiasts.

In addition to the smaller engine, Ducati has gone to a less radical steering geometry. The 1100 was almost nervous feeling, but the new chassis, based on the frame used on the 848 EVO sportbike, calms things down, and even provides better feedback and confidence.

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2012 Kawasaki ER-6n – Specifications

By | October 14, 2011 | Kawasaki, Naked, Upcomings, What's New |

The ER-6n is the latest Kawasaki to be evolved for 2012 with increased engine performance and more aggressive styling.

2012 Kawasaki ER-6n - Specifications

The chassis has been made slimmer, as it has on the ER-6f, with a comfortable new seat. The naked bike is very similar mechanically to the faired ER-6f and so receives the same updates: twin-tube steel frame, new swingarm and retuned engine. ABS is an optional extra which Kawasaki said is the ‘latest-spec lightweight and compact unit’.

There’s also a new, apparently, easier-to-read instrument panel with remaining range, fuel consumption and an economical riding indicator. Kawasaki are aiming the bike at new riders or experienced riders looking for a fun little run-around.

The earlier models of the ER-6f came under fire from certain sections for low quality fit and finish which is perhaps why Kawasaki thought to add the line ‘craftsmanship eveident in the smallest details.’

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2012 Kawasaki ER-6n Features and Benefits

By | October 14, 2011 | Kawasaki, Naked, What's New |

All-new double-pipe perimeter-style frame
Like on its predecessor, the all-new double-pipe perimeter-style frame is a key component of the ER-6n’s identity. As before, the new bodywork accentuates the frame, rather than hiding it. The double-pipe design of the new frame, made from high-tensile steel, contributes to the bike’s lightweight appearance.

2012 Kawasaki ER-6n Features, Benefits and Specifications

Taller fuel tank
The fuel tank is 20 mm taller, helping to visually concentrate the ER-6n’s mass at the front of the bike. The rear of the tank slopes back in a straight line to the seat.

Lighter Handling
The rigidity balance of the double-pipe frame and swingarm contributes to a lighter, easier handling package. Rigid-mount engine is a stressed member, contributing to the frame’s idealised rigidity balance.

The swingarm’s new double-pipe design makes use of a D-section tube (upper right tube) for optimal rigidity. Revised suspension has longer stroke front and rear, offering both sporty handling >> Read More

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