2008 BMW HP2 Sport Technology

Another item on the HP2 Sport to identify its racing bias is what BMW calls the "the gearshift assistant." This bit of wordsmith trickery translates into what is a type of ignition interrupt that allows the rider keep the throttle pinned whilst snicking up through the close-ratio six-speed gear-set, as used for several years on the roadracing circuit. BMW says it enables "fast gear changes without having to ease off the gas and operate the clutch," and that "this technology is offered for the first time in a series vehicle."

Here's a peek at the "gear shift

assistant." Us old timers know this as clutch-less upshifting, and have been doing it long before "gear shift assistants" were around. Okay, maybe BMW's system is a little more advanced...

If you intend to race this bike, you'll most likely make the wise move of using a reverse shift pattern, and for just such an application BMW offers (at an additional charge of course), a "suitable replacement pressure sensor" to adapt the quick-shifter to a GP-style race pattern. The forged-aluminum footpegs are adjustable.

A quick scan of the chassis shows fully-adjustable Öhlins shocks keeping the rear Paralever and front Telelever in check. What isn't quite as obvious at first glance is just how minimal the frame is. It's really nothing more than a small collection of tubular steel to hang the engine from and to provide a place for the bodywork and fuel tank to bolt to. Lacking a traditional subframe, the Sport utilizes a self-supporting carbon rear structure as a perch for the rider’s hiney.

This hopped-up head sports larger valves than those on the R1200S, and is part of the performance package that is claimed to produce 128 hp and 84.8 ft-lbs of torque.

Braking is handled by radially mounted four-piston monoblock Brembo calipers and Magura brake levers with radial-pump master cylinders attached to the adjustable handlebars. As an option, BMW ABS can be had, the version for this bike coming with a switch to disable it for track time, or any other time for that matter.

The German bike maker claims that the instrument cluster comes "directly from MotoGP sport" offering the usual ton o' data along with a lap timer and "racing relevant data."

Finally, along with all the carbon bodywork, no subframe and a lighter generator, the HP2 Sport rolls on lightweight forged-aluminum wheels to achieve its claimed dry weight of 392 lbs, and a tank-full (90%) weight wet of 439 lbs. That’s a savings of a significant 27 pounds over the standard R1200S.

The HP2 Sport not only draws its lineage from the R1200S, it also received plenty of development time from racing.

So, at this point in time that's about all we know on the latest addition to the HP2 family. Beyond the details that we're not privy to, a couple other things we don't know is if it'll be coming to U.S. shores, and when, exactly, in 2008 it will be available.

One thing we can be certain of, in typical BMW fashion, the HP2 Sport will probably be expensive! Expect a price north of 20 grand.

Review : Bimota DB7 Oronero Superbike - Bimota's Black Mamba

Bimota DB7 Oronero Superbike - Bimota's Black Mamba

Oronero prototype first-Italian for "black gold"-was completed in September 2008, and after initial tests proved encouraging, the decision was taken to launch the 2008 version of the customer at EICMA Milan Show. "Really, just like the Bimota can produce bicycles for road, because all of our products are made by hand as well, and carbon fiber chassis can not be built upon the assembly line," Acquaviva said. "However, we were really surprised, and pleased, that we get so many orders for the bike after EICMA. This shows that our customers appreciate what we are trying to do.

2010 - BMW S 1000 RR Preview

The challenge for BMW Motorrad

To successfully enter the World Superbike Championship today, a plant requires precise production model the overall concept applied consistently in all areas. An important factor, therefore, is the highest authority, the engine speed, revving too fast in the long-term capacity, optimum chassis rigidity, and the perfect set-up machine.

Another feature is absolutely essential now more than ever, especially in the top league of rideability motor supersports simple and straightforward, nimble handling, and above all the safety features such as support systems such as ABS arider and traction control to give customers exactly what she needs.

Develop S 1000 RR, BMW Motorrad has entered a completely new, uncharted areas. Obviously, this means a large variety of new challenges and responsibilities for the entire development team, but also provide a huge motivation in the team trying to set a new standard.



BMW S 1000 RR Preview
Introducing the BMW S 1000 RR in the legendary Monza Racing Circuit, BMW Motorrad is the first time launched supersports truly innovative with the straight-four power unit.

With the debut of this world, BMW Motorrad is set true milestone in the sport machine, the machine combines the output 142 kW (193 hp with the overall weight of just 204 kg (450 lb) including fuel (183 lb dry weight kg/403.5, 206.5 kg/455.3 lb. overall with Race ABS).

Specifications of this caliber makes supersports machine is not only an absolute highlight in terms of power-to-weight ratio and performance, but also, equipped with ABS Race and DTC Dynamic Traction Control, a new benchmark in terms of ride dynamics, safety and innovation.

The decision to present a unique player in Monza was not a coincidence. Since the beginning of this year BMW Motorrad Motorsport team has played an active role in the World Superbike Championship, the new S 1000 RR set the foundation for production-based racing machines ridden by BMW Motorrad rider ¹ s two works of Troy Corser and Ruben Xaus. And obviously the Royal Park at Monza is the ideal place for a presentation of this caliber.



source : www.motorcyclingmag.com

BMW S 1000 RR SuperSport Motorcycle

BMW S 1000 RR Super Sport Motorcycle

BMW Motorrad highly-awaited new participants in the motorcycle sector SupersPort debut last weekend at Monza Italy World Superbike Championship round. Europe's largest motorcycle manufacturer launched a new S 1000 RR model, the production version of the World Superbike racing.

After several years of planning, design and development, BMW Motorrad has reached a new level in the world of sports machine with S 1000 RR. Strength-to-weight ratio, along with optional ABS and Race DTC Dynamic Traction Control technology, have all contributed to achieving a new benchmark in terms of ride dynamics, safety and innovation.

Ducati Streetfighter Specifications

Engine

• Type : L-Twin cylinder, 4 valve per cylinder Desmodromic, liquid cooled
• Displacement: 1099cc
• Bore x Stroke: 104x64.7mm
• Compression Ratio: 12.4:1
• Power: 155cv - 115.6kw @ 9500 rpm / 155hp - 115.6kw @ 9500rpm
• Torque: 11,7kgm - 115Nm @ 9500 rpm / 85lb-ft 115Nm @ 9500rpm
• Fuel injection: Marelli electronic fuel
  injection, elliptical throttle bodies. Marelli electronic fuel injection, elliptical throttle bodies.
• Exhaust: Lightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and two lambda probes. Twin stainless steel mufflers
  

Transmission

• Clutch: Dry multiplate with hydraulic control

Chassis

• Frame : Tubular steel Trellis frame in ALS 450
• Wheelbase : 1475mm / 58.1 in
• Rake: 25.6°
• Steering angle: 29°
• Front suspension : Showa 43mm fully adjustable upside-down fork
• Front wheel: 10-spoke in light alloy 3.50 x 17 5
• Rear suspension: Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Showa monoshock. Aluminium single-sided swingarm
• Rear wheel: 10-spoke light alloy 6.00 x 17
• Front brake: 2 x 330mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc calipers 4-piston, 2-pad.
• Rear brake: 245mm disc, 2-piston caliper
• Warranty: 2 years unlimited mileage
• Versions : Biposto / Dual seat

Suzuki GSX-R1000 Review

Suzuki 2009 model at the launch held in Paris, the European Suzuki launches all-new GSX-R1000 K9. Boasts all-new compact engine, shorter wheelbase and a new style, the new GSX-R1000 raises the bar once again in the heat-disputed liter bike class.

With significant changes in the engine department, the new GSX-R boasts a more over-square bore and stroke (74.5mm x 57.3mm), larger, titanium valves, compression ratio is higher (now 12.8:1 as opposed to the K8's 12 , 5: 1), and 12 hole fuel injectors, to provide fuel mist for better more complete combustion. All this with the power-plant 59mm shorter from front to back.


And not just the machine that has seen significant changes either, as all new chassis makes GSX-R1000 is more intelligent than ever before. With the new shorter, twin-pillar cast cradle frame, mated to a new longer, arched swing-arm made of three castings, the new bike offers better performance racetrack with wheelbase shortened by 10mm.


Equipped with Showa’s new Big Piston Forks (BPF) with endurance race proven design, these, combined with a new rear shock absorber that features high and low-speed compression damping, offer superb feedback and response with reduced weight too. The new lightweight, race-proven mono-block forged radial calipers, mated to fully-floating 310mm discs offer superb stopping power.


With a unique engine and chassis package, the aggressive aesthetics and rider controls top-off the flagship GSX-R. WIth the unique Suzuki Advanced Exhaust System, featuring low-slung MotoGP inspired titanium exhausts, a lighter, sculptured fuel tank, on-board lap timer and revised Suzuki Drive Mode Selector controls, the new bike offers the complete sports package.

2009 Suzuki GSX-R1000 Specifications:

• Engine Type: 4-stroke, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC
• Bore x Stroke: 74.5 mm x 57.3 mm
• Engine Displacement: 999cc
• Compression: Ratio: 12.8 : 1
• Transmission: 6-speed constant mesh
• Suspension: Front: Inverted telescopic, coil spring, spring preload fully adjustable, rebound and compression damping force fully adjustable, Rear: Link type, oil damped, coil spring, spring preload fully adjustable, rebound and compression damping force 2-way fully adjustable
• Wheels: Front: 17 M/C x MT3.50, cast aluminum-alloy, Rear: 17 M/C x MT6.00, cast aluminum-alloy
• Brakes: Front: Radial mount, 4-piston calipers 310 mm disc, twin, Rear: 1-piston caliper, 220 mm disc
• Tires: Front: 120/70ZR17, Rear: 190/50ZR17
• Fuel Tank: 17.5 L
  

2009 Suzuki GSX-R1000 Dimensions:

• Overall length x width x height: 2,045 mm X 710 mm X 1,130 mm * Wheelbase: 1,405 mm
• Ground Clearance: 130mm
• Seat Height: 810 mm
• Curb Mass: 203kg