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The world’s best motorcycle company Honda, is dipping its gears into the EV industry. At the Tokyo Auto Show, Honda launched this week an electric version of its Super Cub motorcycle.

At the Tokyo Auto Show, Honda pulled the wraps off a two-wheel-drive EV-Cub. The 50cc kick-star Honda Super Cub is the single most successful vehicle in the history of internal combustion with a top speed of 50 mph and just four horsepower. It is good to hear that Honda has sold more than 60 million of their motorcycles and after all that time the Cub is going electric.

Honda Super Cub also called as Honda Cub is a 50cc 4-stroke under bone motorbike first manufactured in 1958 by the Honda Motor Co. Ltd. I am very excited that how more efficient this new concept could be because the gas-based equivalent can already get over 300 miles per gallon.

Honda reps had given the statement that it is a concept designed “to be just as functional and convenient as its world famous predecessor: means as its brother bike. So, in case if it does reach mass market, I am hoping that it also maintains that low price range.

The company had not provided much detail about it. I am not sure how much more efficient it will be, either, unless you are charging it with solar power. The electro-Cub looks like fun and it is a great way to bring an affordable EV to the masses.

So, just wait for its more details.

The biggest Cycle Show of 2009 was very special for Digi Foo-Kune that she can’t forget this event as it was her surprise anniversary gift which she got from her husband.  Her husband took her to the show where she was presented with a custom-built titanium bike, included with 18ct gold parts, trim and inset diamonds.

When Digi’s was stolen then her husband Lee had promised her an Enigma frame but Digi’s trin-mad husband Lee had promised her an Enigma frame after her bike was stolen but then he secretly went to award-winning jeweler Nicholas James of Hatton Garden to customize the bike for creating an unforgettable wedding anniversary gift.

Special Features:

•    ‘Elle’ ladies handle bars by ITH
•    Enigma ‘Elle’ frame 50cm with mirror polished logos
•    3 x 18ct gold badges by Nicholas James
•    2 x Collection quality diamonds (D flawless) in the top tube
•    18ct gold plated Campagnolo Centaur carbon Group Set
•    700c hand built wheels: Mavic Open Pro Rims, Ambrosio hubs and 32 x 18ct gold plated spokes per wheel
•    Carbon fibre seat post
•    Continental GP 4000 gold tyres
•    Easton Carbon Fibre forks

The titanium bike took months of labor to complete it and after months of labour the British bike bling was unveiled on Enigma’s stand to the Foo-Kune. Foo-Kune said Nicholas James is her favourite jeweler. She loves their contemporary style. The finish is perfection. But she can’t take it out on the open road as the bike will be on display until the end of December, at Nicholas James’ showroom in Hatton Garden. Her husband paid a cool £10,000 for the bike.

So, I think it is truly a work of art but that if you are a bike lover then you would definitely appreciate.

Lauge Jensen is the latest motorcycle in the world and I can also say that it is the last motorcycle manufactured in Denmark.

The Lauge Jensen bike has 1.8-liter engine that delivers 70cv to 4300 rpm, a classic American twin-injection and a torque of 120Nm at 3100 rpm and it is approved Euro 3. With the help of 5-speed gearbox, the 300 kg monster can reach the maximum speed of 180km/hr. To ensure adequate safety, with a 250 mm rear tire mounted on 18-inch wheels has been powered by a three disk brake system.

Uffe Lauge Jensen has decided again to add Denmark to the list of countries turning out 2 wheelers. Denmark didn’t have any regulations or laws in place for doing this as there was no procedure for manufacturing them. Uffe Lauge Jensen is a bit stubborn.

Denmark offered Lauge Jensen only in four different colors for now. Those guys who love the winding roads and beautiful landscape, this Lauge Jensen can raise the hard-core biking pleasure. Price of this product is $47,000.

So, guys! What are you waiting for? Just take a ride.

I have used all Yamaha bikes but Yamaha has never built before such the most advanced 125 production supersport machine, the YZF-R125. I have no doubt as the engineers who created YZF-R1 and YZF-R6 supersport bikes has created this high-revving, radical and fuel-injected R-125.

The new Yamaha includes the advanced MotoGP technology and a whole range of R-series type engine and chassis features to deliver free-revving performance of maximum power at 9,000rpm. The bike is featured with a compact fuel injection system.

Features includes in Yamaha R125:

•    SOHC 4-valve cylinder head
•    Liquid-cooled single-cylinder 4-stroke
•    Wet-sump lubrication system
•    Electric start
•    Fuel injection
•    6-speed transmission
•    Dual catalysers
•    R6-style mid-ship muffler
•    Air Induction system

Chassis features are aluminum swinging arm and Deltabox frame which delivers an optimum balance of strength and rigidity for class-leading handling performance and lightweight 5-spoke wheels are there to reduce unsprung weight and to give impressive roadholding. For effective stopping power, a large diameter 292mm front disc with a 230mm diameter rear disc make.

Colors Available are:

•    Sports White
•    Burning Blue
•    Midnight black
•    Impact Yellow

The twin spar Deltabox design is one of the lightest and best-handling frame designs in the supersport category. It has been constructed with a full sized chassis which is unique in its segment, this is one of the most significant features of this new R125. For example, the wheelbase on the new Yamaha R-series is 1,353mm over 58mm greater than typical sports 125, which helps to raises the stability. Its lightweight wheels are fitted with the widest rubber in the class, a massive 130/70-17 tyre at the rear and a 100/80-17 tyre at the front.

So, what’s your review about R-125? Share with me here.

You know what makes me to earn more money? That’s new Ducati 1198 Strada. This is really an awesome bike with the most expensive components.

This new Ducati 1198 Strada is built by Rever Corsa and includes BST carbon wheels, the highlights include a full carbon fibre bodykit, Brembo brakes with radial-mount monobloc calipers, Ohlins FGRT 803 forks and a DU788 TTX shock and a soprano-esque Akrapovic exhaust system.

RCS master cylinder and Higher-spec Brembo monobloc four-piston calipers look same to stock but it give more braking for the lightened machine. The Ducati 1198 Strada bike is to be weighed, but it has found that at least 13kg has been shaved from the bike, and the full Akrapovic exhaust system boost boosts power up to 200bhp. The 1198 Strada is more than 10 kilos lighter than the stock 1198 and packs about 10 more horsepower.

At the PGA Golf Tournament in California, the bike makes its official debut on September 28 but it is recently away for secret filming for a rap star’s video. The price of the bike goes around $55,000 or £33,000.

So, Rever Corsa has done a great job with the Ducati 1198.

Yipee…in the awesome festive season of Durga Pooja and Eid, Hero Honda has revealed its new version Karizma ZMR. This new power bike’s price will be around Rs. 91k INR and will be available in Indian’s market at the end of the September 2009.

I think this new Karizma ZMR can give competition to pulsar 220 DTSi as its main feature is the programmable fuel injection PGM-Fi technology that supports for better fuel usage so that it can result in higher top speeds and more efficiency.

Karizma ZMR’s design Features:

•    Full Front Fairing
•    Rear Disc Brakes
•    Split Rear Grab Rails
•    Split Clip on Handle Bars
•    New Rear Mud Guard
•    New Graphics
•    Mirrors Mounted on the Fairing
•    Slightly Re-profiled Body Work
•    New Headlamp and Tail Lamp which is now LED
•    Turn Indicators Mounted on Front Fairing

The fit as well as finish is awesome, it don’t consists panel gaps and paint quality is quite good. The rear view mirrors have been mounted on the front fairing which gives Karizma ZMR a very aggressive look if you viewed from front. But if you view the bike from side, the main problem is that the front does not gel with the slim looking rear.

New Karizma ZMR Fi is with the engine power of 225 cc but it has been modified by Hero Honda engineers, so now it gets fuel injection of 17.6 Bhp at 7000 rpm which is up by 0.6 Bhp and its maximum torque has been increased by .15 Nm which is now 18.35 Nm at 6000 rpm.

I am still expecting much more torque and power from the altered Fuel Injected engine of Karizma ZMR. Let’s see if it can touch atleast around 20 Bhp with 21-23 Nm torque.

If you are a bike lover then you must know that which one is the powerful bike among all the sport bikes is. Don’t worry if you don’t know. The Kawasaki ZX-14 is the most powerful sport bike.

The ZX-14 released as a 2006 model has replaced the Ninja ZX-12R and was designed to challenge the Suzuki Hayabusa. The Ninja ZX-14 got mechanical updates in 2008 like an updated engine cylinder head, a new lighter frame and revised fuel-injection tuning. They designed the changes to make the motorcycle easier to ride.

Features of Kawasaki ZX-14:
•    Lightest bodywork
•    Compact without being cramped
•    The narrow engine
•    Unique aluminum Monocoque frame
•    Fuel tank provide a slim rider interface
•    Ultra Flexible for easy installation
•    Four-harness fiberglass weave for extra durability
•    AMA Spec oil containment belly pan
•    Reinforced leading edges and mounting seams
•    Finished in an automotive grade urethane primer; white on the outside, black on the inside

The updated ZX-14 came with its 1352cc engine which improves the power characteristics while meeting noise regulations. It has the injection system to receive attention in an effort to boost peak power, give stronger low end torque and a more linear mid-range.

The Kawasaki ZX-14 is the most comfortable ZX motorcycle to ride for large distances and able to deliver its rider to its destination comfortably and quickly. Another good point is that with its smooth powerband and rider-friendly handling manners makes the ZX-14 an easy to operate.

All these features prove that the Kawasaki is the world’s quickest and most powerful production motorcycle. What do you say?

I have seen Honda’s bike, Honda’s Car and now first time I am reading and looking at the pictures of a new Honda’s U3-X Personal Mobility Device. Honda has developed the world’s first wheel structure i.e. a new personal mobility technology and disclosed U3-X. It is a compact device that fits comfortably between your legs and provides free movement in all directions just as in human walking.

The new U3-X has the regular large wheel which is made up of many small wheels in a series and can rotate independently means the device can go backward, forward, side-to-side and diagonally also and all these are controlled with a simple lean.

Key specifications:

•    Weight: less than 10kg
•    Battery Type: Lithium ion battery
•    Operation time (with fully charged battery):1 hour

Salient features of U3-X – It has following features:

•    Device control includes an application of balance control technology cultivated through ASIMO research: The incline sensor detects the incline of the device and also determines the rider’s intention about the direction and speed. The device achieves smooth, agile movements and simple operation by weight shift only.

•    Omni-directional driving wheel system: Enables you to move in all directions backward, forward, side-to-side and diagonally. By moving the large-diameter wheel, the device moves backward and forward and by moving small-diameter wheels, the device moves side-to-side. By combining these movements the device moves diagonally.

•    Compact and innovative package: The combination of above two systems enabled the one-wheel style compact and innovative package of the device. The device is a light-weight body in which the footrests, foldable seat and body cover that achieves highly portable convenience.

There is no any idea when it comes into market, but Honda plans to show it off next month at the Tokyo Motor Show. So, please wait till October.

India’s favorite bike Yamaha has given a new surprise to Indians. On Sep 16th 2009, Yamaha has launched its super-bike ‘VMAX‘ in the country with the price of Rs. 20 lakhs.

The Yamaha V-Max is known for its powerful V4 engine, distinctive styling and shaft drive. It is noted for its quick acceleration. It comes with a large 679 cc engine.

Look at the Yamaha V-Max Specifications:

The V-Max was 2,300 mm long, 795 mm wide and 1,160 mm high. The engine was a tuned version of the four valves per cylinder, double overhead camshaft, liquid-cooled V-4 from the Yamaha Venture. Other modifications to the engine: the V-Boost system was added and the compression ratio was raised to 10.5:1.

Across the globe, the 2009 VMAX has gathered accolades for its highest power delivery as well as its scary straight-line acceleration. The new VMAX has a bigger engine and also has more horsepower, but it also includes more technology that makes it the handling machine even if all that raw power thrown at the rear wheel.

The company has also launched its ‘FZ’ series in three variants. India Yamaha Motor Managing Director and CEO Yuki Mine Tsuji said that by 2012, Yamaha company will grasp a market share 10 per cent in the Indian bike market. Just like in the foreign markets, the VMAX will demand extra premium over other Yamaha models in India also as the VMAX is really an iconic motorcycle that has no any competition with any other. Its crisp power delivery and acceleration has scared even the most daring people.

So, do you want to face this challenge? If yes then go ahead!!

I think this will be a most expected and Hot information for we guys that finally our dream bike Harley-Davidson is coming in India in 2010. Thank god!

US motorcycle maker Harley-Davidson Inc. has announced its superb plans to enter India’s motorcycle market as Indian motorcycle market is the second largest in the world. So, this company wants to establish dealership network in the country.

Harley-Davidson Motor Company (HDMC) president and Chief Operating Officer Matthew Levatich said in the statement that as India continues to extend its global reach, therefore, Harley-Davidson is there. They think that the company has various opportunities for continued growth around the world.

By next year, with a great plan to start selling its motorcycles in India, in Gurgaon, the company has established a subsidiary. The company has begun the process of identifying initial dealers in Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Punjab and Bangalore.

Currently, the company will import its motorcycles, riding gear, and accessories and the company will find how best to evolve its approach in to the market as their business in India grows. It is true that Indian motorcycle market is running by small and inexpensive motorcycles that are used for basic transportation.

The country’s rapidly growing economy, rising middle class as well as significant investment in construction of new highways is now open for leisure motorcycle riding.

So, Indian guys just wait till 2010 to drive Harley-Davidson on road.