Monday, December 28, 2009

KTM 690 Stunt concept (2008) | high quality motorcycle desktop wallpapers

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KTM 690 Stunt concept (2008) Motorcycle
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- The Stunt prototype uses the 690cc single-cylinder engine, has minimal bodywork and a steel-tube trellis frame. And in keeping with its stunt-bike positioning, the prototype is fitted with high-spec WP suspension units, crash-bars around the engine and a ‘scrape bar’ on the tail unit for 90-degree-wheelie specialists! -

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KTM recently unveiled their all-new 690 range at the Paris Show – the 690 Duke, SMR, SMC and Enduro. But they aren’t done yet – there’s also the new Stunt prototype that you see here, which the company might put into production if there’s sufficient demand.

Like the other 2008 bikes, the Stunt prototype uses the 690cc single-cylinder engine, has minimal bodywork and a steel-tube trellis frame. And in keeping with its stunt-bike positioning, the prototype is fitted with high-spec WP suspension units, crash-bars around the engine and a ‘scrape bar’ on the tail unit for 90-degree-wheelie specialists!

For stoppies, there’s a 320mm disc up front, with a radial-mount four-piston caliper. The rear brake is thumb-operated, which seasoned stunt professionals sometimes need.

There’s also a chunky, beautifully-finished single-sided swingarm, lightweight wheels, Akrapovic exhaust, and Renthal handlebars.

The prototype machine has been developed by Kiska Design, a company which has designed most KTMs over the last decade and a half. Speaking to MCN, Gerard Kiska says, ‘We looked at ideas from the urban stunt scene, and we just captured them and implemented them into the design. We based it on the new Duke, as it already has the right dimensions. It has to be decided whether the bike will go in to production – we’ll have to look at public reaction. The LC4 is a fantastic engine, and we will keep on surprising people with what we can do with it!’

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KTM Motorcycle Models

KTM 2012:
KTM 1190 RC8R
• KTM 1190 RC8R Track
KTM 990 Duke R
• KTM 690 Duke
• KTM 200 Duke
• KTM 125 Duke
• KTM 990 SMR
• KTM 990 SMT
• KTM 690 SMCR
• KTM 450 SMR
• KTM 990 Adventure
• KTM 990 Adventure R
• KTM Freeride 350
• KTM Freeride E
• KTM 50SX
• KTM 50SX Mini
• KTM 65SX
• KTM 85SX 17/14
• KTM 125SX
• KTM 150SX
• KTM 250SX
• KTM 250SX-F
• KTM 350SX-F
• KTM 450SX-F
• KTM 125 EXC
• KTM 125 EXC Six Days
• KTM 200 EXC
• KTM 250 EXC
• KTM 250 EXC Six Days
• KTM 300 EXC
• KTM 300 EXC Six Days
• KTM 250 EXC-F
• KTM 250 EXC-F Six Days
• KTM 350 EXC-F
KTM 350 EXC-F Six Days
KTM 450 EXC
• KTM 450 EXC Six Days
KTM 500 EXC
• KTM 500 EXC Six Days
• KTM 150 XC
• KTM 250 XC
• KTM 300 XC
• KTM 250 XC-F
• KTM 350 XC-F
• KTM 200 XC-W
• KTM 250 XC-W
• KTM 300 XC-W
• KTM 250 XCF-W
• KTM 350 XCF-W
• KTM 500 XC-W
• KTM 690 Enduro R

KTM 2011:
KTM 990 Super Duke
KTM 1190 RC8R
KTM 690 Duke
KTM Freeride
KTM 530 EXC F Sixdays

KTM 2010:
990 SMR
990 Super Duke R
990 Supermoto Touring
990 Supermoto R
125 EXC
200 EXC
250 EXC Six Days
250 EXC-F
1190 RC8
1190 RC8R Akrapovic Limited Edition
125 Race
125 Stunt
350 SX-F
530 EXC Champions Edition
450 EXC Champions Edition
690 Enduro R |

KTM 2009:
| 990 Super Duke R | 125 EXC | 200 EXC | 200 XCW | 200 XCW Street | 250 EXC | 250 XC-FW | 250 XCW | 250 XCW Street | 300 EXC | 300 XCW | 300 XCW Street | 400 EXC | 400 XCW | 450 EXC | 450 XCW | 530 EXC | 530 XCW | 690 Enduro R | RC8 | 990 Supermoto R | 990 Adventure | 990 Supermoto T | 990 Adventure R |

KTM 2008:
| KTM 690 Stunt Concept | 690 Duke | 125 EXC | 250 EXC | 250 EXC-F | 450 EXC-R | 530 EXC-R | 690 LC4 Enduro | 125 SX | 250 SX-F | 505 SX-F | 125 FRR, Road Race 125 12th round Misano, San Marino | 250 FRR (1st round Doha, Qatar) | 250 FRR (3rd round Estoril, Portugal) | 250 FRR, Road Race 250, 3rd round Estoril, Portugal | 1190 RC8 | RC8 Superstock | 690 LC4 SMC | 990 Supermoto | 505 SX-F |

KTM 2007:
| 125 EXC | 250 EXC | 250 EXC-F | 250 EXC-F SixDays | 300 EXC | 400 EXC | 450 EXC | 525 EXC Racing | 525 XC Racing | Optic 2007 | 125 SX | 660 Adventure Redbull |

KTM 2006:
| 990 Adventure S | 990 Adventure Orange | 990 Adventure Black |125 EXC | 200 EXC | 250 EXC | 300 EXC | 400 EXC | 450 EXC | 525 EXC Racing | 125 SX | 85 SX |

KTM 2005:
| 640 Duke II | 125 EXC | 200 EXC | 250 EXC | 300 EXC | 400 EXC | 450 EXC | 525 EXC |525 MXC | 625 LC4 SXC | 640 LC4 Enduro | 950 Adventure | 125 SX | 990 Super Duke | 950 Adventure S |

KTM 2004:
| 640 Duke II |

KTM 2003:
| 990 RC8 |



KTM Sportmotorcycle AG is an Austrian motorcycle manufacturer. The company was founded in 1934 by engineer Hans Trunkenpolz in Mattighofen. It started out as a metalworking shop and was named Kraftfahrzeuge Trunkenpolz Mattighofen. In 1954 KTM began producing motorcycles.

KTM is most commonly known for its off road motorcycles though in recent years it has expanded into street motorcycle production.

The company was founded in 1934 by engineer Hans Trunkenpolz in Mattighofen. It started out as a metalworking shop and was named Kraftfahrzeug Trunkenpolz Mattighofen. It wasn't until 1953 that KTM began production of motorcycles. With just 20 employees, motorcycles were built at the rate of three per day. In 1955, a businessman Ernst Kronreif became shareholder of the company, on acquiring a sizable portion of the company. It was then renamed Kronreif & Trunkenpolz Mattighofen. Trunkenpolz died unexpectedly in 1989. During these early years of motocycle production at KTM, almost all components for the motorcycles were built in-house by KTM.

Throughout KTM's history, they have been on the leading edge of motorcycle technology. They were the first manufacturer to produce a liquid-cooled four-stroke motorcycle engine for an off road motorcycle[citation needed], a design which has since been replicated by all other manufacturers (KTM even supplied radiators to Suzuki in their early water-cooling days). In 1986, KTM became the first motorcycle manufacturer to include both front and rear disc brakes on an off road motorcycle[citation needed]. In 1998, they offered a linkless rear suspension[citation needed], dramatically reducing the un-sprung weight of the bike (KTM was the first major manufacturer to do so, although ATK, a small market, niche brand did so as early as 1987[citation needed]). They were also the first to offer hydraulic clutch mechanisms on all models of motorcycles[citation needed], and were the first to offer a competition-ready supermoto bike




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HUSABERG FE 450 (2009) motorcycle pictures and specifications

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HUSABERG FE 450 (2009) Motorcycle
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- Completely different. The new generation Husaberg Enduro.
Model: Husaberg FE 450. Year: 2009. Category: Enduro / offroad -


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Model: Husaberg FE 450
Year: 2009
Category: Enduro / offroad
Rating: 79.5 out of 100.

Engine and transmission
Displacement: 449.00 ccm (27.40 cubic inches)
Engine type: Single cylinder
Stroke: 4
Compression: 11.8:1
Bore x stroke: 96.0 x 63.5 mm (3.8 x 2.5 inches)
Fuel system: Injection. Keihin EFI
Valves per cylinder: 4
Fuel control: OHC
Ignition: Kokusan digital
Starter: Electric
Lubrication system: Pressure lubrication with 2 oil pumps
Cooling system: Liquid
Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically

Physical measures
Dry weight: 114.0 kg (251.3 pounds)
Seat height: 985 mm (38.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Ground clearance: 390 mm (15.4 inches)
Wheelbase: 1,490 mm (58.7 inches)

Chassis and dimensions
Frame type: Double cradle perimeter design 25CrMo4
Rake (fork angle): 26.5°
Front suspension: WP-USD Ø 48 mm
Rear suspension: WP-PDS shock absorber
Front tyre dimensions: 90/90-21
Rear tyre dimensions: 140/80-18
Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 260 mm (10.2 inches)
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm (8.7 inches)
Exhaust system: 2-into-1, twin manifold/nickel-plated, aluminium rear muffler

Other specifications
Fuel capacity: 8.50 litres (2.25 gallons)




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HUSABERG FE 550 e | hi res motorcycle photos and specifications

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- Model: Husaberg FE 550 e. Year: 2005. Category: Enduro / offroad -

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Model: Husaberg FE 550 e
Year: 2005
Category: Enduro / offroad
Rating: 75.4 out of 100.

Engine and transmission
Displacement: 549.78 ccm (33.55 cubic inches)
Engine type: Single cylinder
Stroke: 4
Compression: 11.8:1
Bore x stroke: 100.0 x 70.0 mm (3.9 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel system: Carburettor. Keihin MX FCR 41 mm
Valves per cylinder: 4
Fuel control: OHC
Ignition: Kokusan digital
Starter: Electric & kick
Lubrication system: Pressure circulation, trochoit oil pump
Cooling system: Liquid
Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically

Physical measures
Dry weight: 109.0 kg (240.3 pounds)
Overall height: 1,120 mm (44.1 inches)
Overall length: 2,170 mm (85.4 inches)
Overall width: 810 mm (31.9 inches)
Ground clearance: 380 mm (15.0 inches)
Wheelbase: 1,490 mm (58.7 inches)

Chassis and dimensions
Frame type: CrMo
Front suspension: WP MXMA 4860-Husaberg Enduro
Front suspension travel: 295 mm (11.6 inches)
Rear suspension: WP PDS 5018-Husaberg Enduro
Rear suspension travel: 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Front tyre dimensions: 90/90-21
Rear tyre dimensions: 140/80-18
Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 260 mm (10.2 inches)
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm (8.7 inches)

Other specifications
Fuel capacity: 9.00 litres (2.38 gallons)
Comments: Model id FE 550 e.




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HUSABERG FE 450 e (2005) pictures and specifications

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HUSABERG FE 450 e (2005) Motorcycle
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General information

Model: Husaberg FE 450 e
Year: 2005
Category: Enduro / offroad
Rating: 73.4 out of 100.

Engine and transmission
Displacement: 449.25 ccm (27.41 cubic inches)
Engine type: Single cylinder
Stroke: 4
Compression: 12.7:1
Bore x stroke: 100.0 x 57.2 mm (3.9 x 2.3 inches)
Fuel system: Carburettor. Keihin MX FCR 39 mm
Valves per cylinder: 4
Fuel control: OHC
Ignition: Kokusan digital
Starter: Electric & kick
Lubrication system: Pressure circulation, trochoit oil pump
Cooling system: Liquid
Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet multi-disc clutch, hydraulic

Physical measures
Dry weight: 109.0 kg (240.3 pounds)
Overall height: 1,120 mm (44.1 inches)
Overall length: 2,170 mm (85.4 inches)
Overall width: 810 mm (31.9 inches)
Ground clearance: 380 mm (15.0 inches)
Wheelbase: 1,490 mm (58.7 inches)

Chassis and dimensions
Frame type: CrMo
Front suspension: WP MXMA 4860-Husaberg Enduro
Front suspension travel: 295 mm (11.6 inches)
Rear suspension: WP PDS 5018-Husaberg Enduro
Rear suspension travel: 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Front tyre dimensions: 90/90-21
Rear tyre dimensions: 130/80-18
Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 260 mm (10.2 inches)
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm (8.7 inches)

Other specifications
Fuel capacity: 9.00 litres (2.38 gallons)
Color options: Yellow/blue.
Comments: Model id FE450e..




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HUSABERG FC 550 (2005) high quality motorcycle desktop wallpapers

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HUSABERG FC 550 (2005) Motorcycle
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Model: Husaberg FC 550
Year: 2005
Category: Cross / motocross
Rating: 66.8 out of 100.

Engine and transmission
Displacement: 549.78 ccm (33.55 cubic inches)
Engine type: Single cylinder
Stroke: 4
Compression: 11.8:1
Bore x stroke: 100.0 x 70.0 mm (3.9 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel system: Carburettor. Keihin MX FCR 41
Valves per cylinder: 4
Fuel control: OHC
Ignition: Kokusan digital
Starter: Kick
Lubrication system: Pressure circulation, trochoit oil pump
Cooling system: Liquid
Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically

Physical measures
Dry weight: 103.0 kg (227.1 pounds)
Overall height: 1,120 mm (44.1 inches)
Overall length: 2,170 mm (85.4 inches)
Overall width: 810 mm (31.9 inches)
Ground clearance: 380 mm (15.0 inches)
Wheelbase: 1,490 mm (58.7 inches)

Chassis and dimensions
Frame type: Cr-Mo
Front suspension: WP MXMA 4860-Husaberg Enduro
Front suspension travel: 295 mm (11.6 inches)
Rear suspension: WP PDS 5018-Husaberg Enduro
Rear suspension travel: 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Front tyre dimensions: 80/100-21
Rear tyre dimensions: 110/100-19
Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 260 mm (10.2 inches)
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm (8.7 inches)

Other specifications
Fuel capacity: 9.00 litres (2.38 gallons)
Color options: Yellow/blue
Comments: Model id FC550.



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HUSABERG FC 450 (2005) motorcycle desktop wallpapers

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Model: Husaberg FC 450
Year: 2005
Category: Cross / motocross
Rating: 68 out of 100.

Engine and transmission
Displacement: 449.25 ccm (27.41 cubic inches)
Engine type: Single cylinder
Stroke: 4
Compression: 12.7:1
Bore x stroke: 100.0 x 57.2 mm (3.9 x 2.3 inches)
Fuel system: Carburettor. Keihin MX FCR 41 mm
Valves per cylinder: 4
Fuel control: OHC
Ignition: Digital
Starter: Kick
Lubrication system: Pressure circulation, trochoit oil pump
Cooling system: Liquid
Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission typefinal drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet multi-disc clutch, hydraulic.

Physical measures
Dry weight: 103.0 kg (227.1 pounds)
Overall height: 1,120 mm (44.1 inches)
Overall length: 2,170 mm (85.4 inches)
Overall width: 810 mm (31.9 inches)
Ground clearance: 380 mm (15.0 inches)
Wheelbase: 1,490 mm (58.7 inches)

Chassis and dimensions
Frame type: CrMo
Front suspension: WP MXMA 4860-Husaberg Motocross
Front suspension travel: 295 mm (11.6 inches)
Rear suspension: WP PDS 5018-Husaberg Motocross
Rear suspension travel: 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Front tyre dimensions: 80/100-21
Rear tyre dimensions: 110/100-19
Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 260 mm (10.2 inches)
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm (8.7 inches)

Other specifications
Fuel capacity: 9.00 litres (2.38 gallons)
Color options: Yellow/blue



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HUSABERG Motorcycle Models

Husaberg 2012:
HUSABERG FE390
• HUSABERG FE450
• HUSABERG FE570
• HUSABERG TE125
• HUSABERG TE250
HUSABERG TE300

Husaberg 2011:
Husaberg TE250
Husaberg TE300

Husaberg 2010:
FE390 Enduro
FE450 Enduro
FS570 Supermoto
FE570 Enduro
FS570

Husaberg 2009:
FE 450
FE 570

Husaberg 2005:
FC 450
FC 550
FE 450 e
FE 550 e
FE 650 e
FS 450 c
FS 450 e
FS 650 c
FS 650 e

HUSABERG


History
February 1988: Presentation of the first Husaberg prototype to a selected group of investors, government representatives, and other VIPs. Engaging in subdued conversations and sipping champagne from paper cups, the illustrious invitees are waiting anxiously for the test run of the first-ever built Husaberg, a motorbike using a plastic bottle as tank and featuring a few other funky makeshift solutions, but ready to run a revolution.

This first prototype is to demonstrate to the important guests that the efforts and financial resources of the last 12 months have not been invested in vain. And indeed, at the first try, the Husaberg comes to life with an awe-inspiring 4-stroke roar. The engine idles evenly, eagerly responding to any throttle action. Applause rings out, there is laughter, cheers and shoulder patting.

Since Thomas Gustavsson still has to get into his motorbike garb for the test ride, the engine is turned off again and when he starts the bike again, the laughter vanishes abruptly from all faces. On the first kick, a big bang marks the end of the prototype's short life, oil-saturated pieces scattered all over at the feet of the spectators.

Later, it turned out that an extremely competition-minded engineer drilled holes into the starter gear in order to save weight - however, apparently assessing the remaining strength of the structure with too much optimism. Two days and a few welding jobs later, the Husaberg engine was running again. But this is another story and only the beginning...

The first public appearance of the Husaberg prototype was at an Enduro race at Skillingaryd in South of Sweden. Thomas Gustavsson, Husaberg's chief developer and mastermind, pushed an unheard of no-name motorcycle to the technical inspection. Only the hand protectors were marked with the letters HMA. HMA stands for Husaberg Motor AB, one out of several proposed names envisaged as possible options for the joint company at that time (these names included MAXAM, HMA and others). Yet, no final decision had been made on what the baby's name should be.

At the technical inspection, the race organizers asked about the brand of the motorcycle, and Gustavsson tried to explain the situation to them. The officials, however, refused to or were unable to understand and gave the pilot two choices: "Either give us a brand name or you won't be allowed to race." Not racing was not an option, so Thomas Gustavsson gave them the name "Husaberg Motor AB", and this is how Husaberg became the official brand name.

Sweden is a country of a long-standing racing tradition. Such a big country with roughly 9 million inhabitants offers ideal conditions: distances are great, roads are few - the necessity of fast, motorized travel is obvious. So it is no wonder that races exist for practically every kind of motorized travel: Motocross, Enduro, Trial, Hill climbing, Speedway, Ice races, Road races - just about everything you can imagine.

Motor racing is just as inseparably linked with Sweden as soccer is with Brazil. Naturally, Husaberg constitutes a part of this great racing tradition. But the significance of motorsports for Husaberg reaches far beyond this tradition. When trying to grasp what the very character of Husaberg is all about, one must try to comprehend the special "Husaberg Racing Fever".

Technical courage is faster then money.
Husaberg was founded by "racing freaks", aspiring to build only pure race bikes. Therefore, it has been clear from the very start that Husaberg would inevitably get involved in racing. On a regional and a national level and also where the world elite competes, at World and European Championships. Yet, the odds at the very outset look rather discouraging: an armada of highly professional and lavishly funded factory teams against a bunch of enthusiastic motor racing aficionados from a cowshed in Sweden.

But money is not the most important fuel in motor racing: the lack of funds was compensated by the courage to rely on technical innovations, and since there was no money to buy expensive superstar riders of the racing scene, the pilots are talented, young and ambitious rookies. The list of famous pilots who rode a Husaberg sounds like a Who-is-Who in Motorsports: Joel Smets, Jimmie Eriksson, Walter Bartolini, Kent Karlsson, Anders Eriksson, Jaroslav Katrinak, Peter Jansson...

The legendary November-Kasan is one of the world's toughest off-road races. The people at Husaberg are proud of every single one of those who go out to participate in this race. After all, each of those courageous enough to start in this race is like a winner to them. A hero! Even if he loses. Champion's trophies are not the most important thing at Husaberg. But racing blood is.

Racing blood cannot be shut down.
Precisely this "Racing Blood" is the key to the nature of Husaberg. Virtually everything that makes Husaberg unique may be explained through that. A real essential point is, that racing blood can't be switched on or off. It either exists or it is missing. Although the bikes are assembled at the mother company KTM now, the uniqueness of a Husaberg still hasn't changed. What has changed by shifting the place of assembly is the access to ISO approved quality control and modern series production systems. Despite this, the racing blood of Husaberg still runs in the racing development department in Sweden.


Wednesday, December 23, 2009

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KAWASAKI ER-6n (2008) Motorcycle
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- Model: Kawasaki ER-6n. Year: 2008. Category: Naked bike -

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General information

Model: Kawasaki ER-6n
Year: 2008
Category: Naked bike
Rating: 76.4 out of 100.

Engine and transmission
Displacement: 649.00 ccm (39.60 cubic inches)
Engine type: In-line four
Stroke: 4
Torque: 48.50 Nm (4.9 kgf-m or 35.8 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM
Compression: 11.3:1
Bore x stroke: 83.0 x 60.0 mm (3.3 x 2.4 inches)
Fuel system: Injection
Valves per cylinder: 4
Ignition: Digital CDI
Starter: Electric
Cooling system: Liquid
Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type final drive: Chain

Physical measures
Dry weight: 174.0 kg (383.6 pounds)
Seat height: 785 mm (30.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Chassis and dimensions
Frame type: Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel
Front tyre dimensions: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre dimensions: 160/60-ZR17
Front brakes: Double disc
Front brakes diameter: 300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm (8.7 inches)

Other specifications
Fuel capacity: 15.50 litres (4.10 gallons)
Color options: Green, Blue, Black
Comments: Also available with ABS



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KAWASAKI 1400 GTR (2009) Motorcycle
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- Until now sports tourers have been about compromise. Kawasaki doesn´t compromise. We´ve taken the engine from the ZZR1400, the world´s most powerful hyper-sportsbike, and retuned it to make the 1400GTR deliver the performance hardcore riders demand -

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General information

Model: Kawasaki 1400 GTR
Year: 2009
Category: Sport touring
Rating: 81.4 out of 100.

Engine and transmission
Displacement: 1352.00 ccm (82.50 cubic inches)
Engine type: In-line four
Stroke: 4
Torque: 136.00 Nm (13.9 kgf-m or 100.3 ft.lbs) @ 6200 RPM
Compression: 10.7:1
Bore x stroke: 84.0 x 61.0 mm (3.3 x 2.4 inches)
Fuel system: Injection. Digital
Valves per cylinder: 4
Fuel control: DOHC
Ignition: TCBI with Digital Advance
Starter: Electric
Lubrication system: Forced lubrication, wet sump
Cooling system: Liquid
Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type final drive: Shaft drive (cardan)
Clutch: Wet multi-disc, manual

Physical measures
Dry weight: 304.0 kg (670.3 pounds)
Seat height: 815 mm (32.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall length: 2,271 mm (89.4 inches)
Overall width: 780 mm (30.7 inches)
Ground clearance: 125 mm (4.9 inches)
Wheelbase: 1,519 mm (59.8 inches)

Chassis and dimensions
Frame type: Monocoque, pressed-aluminium
Rake (fork angle): 26.1°
Trail: 112 mm (4.4 inches)
Front suspension: 43mm inverted, telescopic fork with adjustable rebound damping and spring preload / 4.4 in.
Rear suspension: Tetra-Lever with stepless rebound damping adjustment and remote spring preload adjuster / 5.4 in.
Front tyre dimensions: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre dimensions: 190/50-ZR17
Front brakes: Double disc
Front brakes diameter: 310 mm (12.2 inches)
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 270 mm (10.6 inches)

Other specifications
Fuel capacity: 21.95 litres (5.80 gallons)
Color options: Blue, gray



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KAWASAKI Ninja 250R (2008) Motorcycle
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- One look at the new Ninja 250R tells everyone that this bike is the genuine article. With a new full-fairing similar to the Ninja ZX-6R and -10R supersport bikes, a single kicked-up muffler, UNI-TRAK® rear suspension, high-performance petal disc brakes and a dual seat, this is the most stylish performer in its category -

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General information

Model: Kawasaki Ninja 250R
Year: 2008
Category: Sport
Rating: 77.1 out of 100.

Engine and transmission
Displacement: 249.00 ccm (15.19 cubic inches)
Engine type: Twin
Stroke: 4
Torque: 21.70 Nm (2.2 kgf-m or 16.0 ft.lbs) @ 10000 RPM
Compression: 11.6:1
Bore x stroke: 62.0 x 41.2 mm (2.4 x 1.6 inches)
Fuel system: Carburettor. Keihin CVK30 x 2
Valves per cylinder: 4
Fuel control: OHV
Ignition: TCBI with Digital Advance
Cooling system: Liquid
Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type final drive: Chain

Physical measures
Dry weight: 151.0 kg (333.0 pounds)
Seat height: 780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height: 1,115 mm (43.9 inches)
Overall length: 2,080 mm (81.9 inches)
Overall width: 711 mm (28.0 inches)
Wheelbase: 1,389 mm (54.7 inches)

Chassis and dimensions
Frame type: Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel
Rake (fork angle): 26.0°
Trail: 84 mm (3.3 inches)
Front suspension: 37mm hydraulic telescopic fork / TBD
Rear suspension: Bottom-Link Uni-Trak® with 5-way adjustable preload / 5.1 in.
Front tyre dimensions: 110/70-17
Rear tyre dimensions: 130/70-17
Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 260 mm (10.2 inches)
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm (8.7 inches)

Other specifications
Fuel capacity: 18.16 litres (4.80 gallons)
Color options: Lime Green, Ebony, Passion Red, Candy Plasma Blue


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