Harley-Davidson FLSTN Softail Deluxe Review,

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2007 Harley-Davidson FLSTN Softail Deluxe

2007 Harley-Davidson FLSTN Softail Deluxe

2007 Harley-Davidson FLSTN Softail Deluxe

• 2007 Harley-Davidson FLSTN Softail Deluxe

2007 Harley-Davidson FLSTN Softail Deluxe

FLSTN Softail® Deluxe Model Overview
FLSTN Softail Deluxe sets its sights to the future with a look to the past. A 24.5-inch seat height makes this the lowest Harley-Davidson 2007 model and one of the lowest on the market. The Softail Deluxe is heavy on nostalgic style as a unique paint scheme, beautiful cloisonné and abundant chrome combine with the new Twin Cam 96B engine, 6-speed Cruise Drive transmission and Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) for stunning overall performance. The Softail Deluxe offers premium rider comfort with a comfortable pullback riser and wide handlebar. An integrated luggage rack, checked seat side panels with a chrome grab rail, new full-length footboards, wide whitewall tires on Chrome, Laced Steel wheels, special tank and fender emblems and a classic tombstone tail light evoke the past. New four-hole fender supports allow additional customizing creativity. Chrome, Profile Laced Aluminum wheels are available as a factory-installed option. Available in four solid and three new tone-tone color options.

FLSTN Softail Deluxe features:

Rigid-mount 1584cc Twin Cam 96B balanced engine
Black powder-coated engine with chrome covers
New 6-speed Cruise Drive transmission
Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) standard
Hard tail styling with hidden, horizontal rear shocks
Low 24.5-inch seat height
Integrated luggage rack
Wide whitewall tires and Chrome, Laced Steel 16-inch wheels
Chrome oil tank
Chrome shotgun exhaust
Pullback risers and handlebar
Tombstone tail light
Distinctive headlight nacelle
Clear-lens reflector-optic passing lamps
Easily removable passenger pillion
Full-length floorboards with heel/toe shift lever
Easy-reach sidestand

SPECIFICATIONS:

Dimensions
Length 94.7 in. (2405.4 mm)
Overall Width 38.6 in. (980.0 mm)
Overall Height 44.3 in. (1125.0 mm)
Seat Height:
• Laden2
• Unladen
24.5 in. (622.3 mm)
25.9 in. (660.0 mm)
Ground Clearance 4.8 in. (121.9 mm)
Rake (steering head) 32°
Fork Angle 32°
Trail 5.8 in. (147.3 mm)
Wheelbase 64.5 in. (1638.3 mm)
Tires (Dunlop® Harley-Davidson Series):
• Front – D402F
• Rear – D402
MT90-16 72H
MU85B16 77H
Fuel Capacity 5.0 gal. (18.9 L)
(warning light at approximately 1.0 gal.)
Oil Capacity 3.0 qts. (2.85 L)
Primary Chain Case
Capacity11
1.0 qts. (.95 L)
Weight:
• As Shipped
• In Running Order
• Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating
695 lbs. (315 kg)
724 lbs. (328 kg)
1160 lbs. (526 kg)

Engine
Engine Air-cooled, Twin Cam 96B™
Valve Train Pushrod-operated, overhead valves
with hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters;
two valves per cylinder
Bore x Stroke 3.75 in. x 4.38 in.
(95.25 mm x 111.25 mm)
Displacement 96 cu. in. (1584 cc)
Compression Ratio 9.2:1
Fuel System3 Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection
(ESPFI)
Air Cleaner Fiber element, washable
Lubrication System Pressurized, oil feed

Yamaha DragStar 250 Reviews

YAMAHA DRAG STAR 250

2007 Yamaha DragStar 250
Category: Cruiser

Also called:
Yamaha DragStar Two-Fifty
Yamaha DS250

Specifications:

Engine
Model: G604E
Type: Air cooled 4 strokes SOHC 2 valves
Cylinder: V type 2
Displacement: 248cc
Bore x stroke: 49.0mm × 66.0mm
Compression ratio: 10.0 : 1
Maximum power: 17kW (23PS) @ 8,000rpm
Maximum torque: 22N m (2.2kgf m) @ 6,000rpm
Starting system: Cell system
Lubricating system: Forced force wet sump
Carburetor type: BDS26×1
Ignition system: T.C.I. Formula

Powertrain
Primary drive: Gear, ratio = 3.130 (72/23)
Final drive: Chain, ratio = 2.800 (56/20)
Clutch type: Wet multiple plate coil springs
Transmission type: Return type 5 step
Change gear ratio:
1st: 2.642
2nd: 1.684
3rd: 1.260
4th: 1.000
5th: 0.821

Chassis
Frame type: Double cradle
Caster/trail: 35°00 ‘/135mm
Front brake: Hydraulic type single disk
Rear brake: drum
Front tire: 80/100-18M/C 47P
Rear tire: 130/90-15M/C 66P

Dimensions/weight/capacity
Length: 2,320mm
Width: 915mm
Height: 1,075mm
Wheelbase: 1,530mm
Seat height: 670mm
Dry weight: 147kg
Weight equipped: 159kg
Minimum turning radius: 2.9m
Oil tank capacity: 1.75L
Fuel tank capacity: 11L
Fuel economy: 51.0km/L @ 60kph

Electricals
Battery capacity/type: 12V-6Ah (10h)/YTZ7S (MF)
Headlight: Halogen valve (60W/55W)

Electric chopper bike news

Electric Chopper Features

• Miniature electric chopper sporting genuine American chopper styling
• Double chrome front fork, V-Twin-style motor casing, and padded sissy bar
• High-performance, variable-speed chain-drive motor tops out at 17 mph
• 16-inch front and extra-wide 12-inch rear pneumatic tires for smooth ride
• Runs up to 40 minutes per charge; supports up to 220 pounds; 90-day warranty

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Electric Chopper Description

The Razor Electric Rebellion Chopper has "V-Twin" styling that is larger and more comfotable for teens and adults. Various SMU options for tank and handlebar design. The Rebellion Chopper can reach up to 18 mph with a chain drive and freewheel.

With this electric chopper, youths can put themselves in charge of adventure. It features double chrome front fork, classic American V-Twin style motor casing, passed sissy bar and 16" front and 12" Fat Daddy rear pneumatic tires. This high-performance, variable speed chain-drive 350-watt motor makes speeds up to 17 miles per hour, and carries up to 220 lbs. The controls are all in the riders hands, as the 40 minutes of continuous use per charge gives a wide range of power in motion. Requires 2 "12V" sealed lead acid batteries (included). Also includes battery charger, kick stand and tools. Charge time for battery is 8 hours. Safety equipment such as helmet, elbow pads, and knee pads are recommended. Measures 52.5"L x 19"W x 26"H.

Give your child the taste of adventure with the Razor Rebellion Electric Chopper. Sporting genuine American chopper styling distinguished by such features as a double chrome front fork, a classic American V-Twin-style motor casing, and a padded bar, the bike satisfies the inner Harley in all of us. The bike's high-performance, variable-speed chain-drive motor isn't designed for street driving, as it tops out at 17 miles per hour, but is ideal for trails, parking lots, and other locations.

Riders will love the 16-inch front and extra-wide 12-inch rear pneumatic tires, which deliver a smooth, even drive. And thanks to the included rechargeable battery and charger, riders will enjoy up to 40 continuous minutes of use per charge (the charge time is roughly eight hours). The chopper, which measures 52.5 by 26 by 19 inches (W x H x D), supports up to 220 pounds and is backed by a 90-day warranty.

Electric Chopper Key Features:

• Double chrome front fork
• V-Twin-style motor casing
• Variable-speed chain-drive motor
• Drives up to 17 miles per hour
• 16-inch front and 12-inch rear pneumatic tires
• Runs up to 40 continuous minutes of use per charge
• Measures 52.5 inches wide by 26 inches tall by 19 inches deep
• 220 pound user weight capacity

Razor advises riders to read and understand the enclosed manual before riding the Rebellion, and to use such safety equipment as a helmet, elbow pads, and knee pads. The Rebellion is designed for controlled environments free of potential traffic hazards and not on public streets.

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Electric Chopper Details

Dimensions: 14 x 25 x 46.5 inches
Weight: 73 pounds
Model Number: 15130760

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Review Electric Chopper


I bought this to ride with my kids on the driveway. It is a blast. I am over 6 feet and weigh more than 200 pounds. It does just fine. Good speed, easy to put together and super sharp styling make this a good choice for anyone. I even ride my sons on my lap while riding and it pulls fine. I wouldn't recommend this for children under the age of 14 as stated on the box. Motorcycle riding experience would be a plus because of its wide turning radius and short handlebar movement. It will take practice to get the hang of this bike on turns, especially in tight spaces. Make sure you inflate the tires because there is not nearly enough air in them out of the box even though they feel "full." Don't buy this thinking it is tiny. It is about 5 and a half feet long from front tire to back wheel. It is worth the price.

Hyosung GT 650X Details

HYOSUNG GT 650x

Make Model	Hyosung GT 650X
Year	2008
Engine	Liquid cooled, four stroke, 90° V twin, DOHC, 4 valve
Capacity	647
Bore x Stroke	81.5 x 62 mm
Compression Ratio
Induction	Electronic fuel injection
Ignition / Starting	- / electric
Max Power
Max Torque
Transmission / Drive	6 Speed / chain
Frame	Tubular steel/aluminium trellis
Front Suspension
Rear Suspension
Front Brakes	2x 300mm discs 4 piston caliper
Rear Brakes
Front Tyre
Rear Tyre	180/55 ZR17
Dry-Weight
Fuel Capacity

Kawasaki Ninja 250R SE

Make Model	Kawasaki Ninja 250R Special Edition colour for US only
Year	2008
Engine	Liquid cooled, four stroke . parallel twin, DOHC
Capacity	248
Bore x Stroke	62 х 41.2mm
Compression Ratio	11.6:1
Induction	2x Keihin CVK30
Ignition / Starting	TCBI with Digital Advance / electric
Max Power
Max Torque	21.7 Nm 2.21 Kg-m 16.0 lb-ft @ 10000 rpm
Transmission / Drive	6 Speed / chain
Frame / Rake/Trail	Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel, / 26 degrees / 3.3 in.
Front Suspension	37mm hydraulic telescopic fork
Rear Suspension	Uni-Trak® with aluminum linkage
Front Brakes	Single 260mm hydraulic petal disc 2 piston caliper
Rear Brakes	Single 220mm petal disc 2 piston caliper
Front Tyre	110/70-17
Rear Tyre	130/70-17
Seat Hieght	780 mm
Dry-Weight	151 kg
Fuel Capacity	18.2 Litres
Review	Motorcycle Daily

Japanese manufacturers didn’t quite focused on producing 250cc sportbikes these last years, Kawasaki remaining the only bike builder with such a motorcycle on sale today for the U.S. market. The smart choice was to keep producing and yet improving this icon, and this way it managed to dominate the American market at the given category.

By using a perfect combination of rider-friendly engine, easy to operate chassis, and modern design, this Ninja is a true companion on your road towards bigger motorcycles, like the ZX-6R and ZX-10R.

Riders who are willing to be initiated in the wonderful world of motorcycling and prefer a sportier ride are most likely to jump on the Kawasaki Ninja 250R so it is best to know what to expect. I certainly did. I found myself facing an engine that thrives on high-rpm excitement.

New Suzuki GSX650F Review

Suzuki has announced exciting plans to introduce the brand new, fully-faired GSX650F sports motorcycle later this year. A modern incarnation of the classic middleweight motorcycle, the GSX650F strikes the ideal balance of sportsbike excitement and all-around versatile performance.

The all-new GSX650F features a compact, 656cc, liquid-cooled, DOHC engine built for strong, easily accessible power and torque, fewer emissions and better fuel economy. Utilising a bore and stroke of 65.5 x 48.7mm, the GSX650F powerplant features Suzuki Composite Electrochemical Material (SCEM) cylinder plating for better heat transfer and ring seal while reducing mechanical losses.

In addition, a hard, smooth chrome-nitride Physical Vapour Deposition (PVD) coating on the upper compression and oil control piston rings reduces friction and wear and improves sealing. Equipped with the renowned Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve (SDTV) digital fuel injection system, the GSX650F enjoys outstanding power delivery and smooth acceleration. Using engine-computer-operated secondary valves to maintain optimum intake-air velocity, plus compact, four-hole injectors in each throttle body to improve fuel atomisation, the SDTV system delivers maximum combustion efficiency.An advanced, comprehensive ignition-timing control system incorporates separate maps for each cylinder using feedback from multiple sensors.

The new GSX650F incorporates a number of systems to meet strict Euro 3 and Tier 2 emissions requirements, including the Pulsed-secondary AIR-injection (PAIR) system and the Automatic Idle Speed Control (ISC) system, which also improves cold starting. In addition, the Suzuki exhaust system utilises a high capacity catalyser and an oxygen sensor to further reduce emissions and provide more efficient, cleaner running, while still providing strong performance throughout the rpm range. Suzuki’s new six speed transmission works smoothly with the hydraulic clutch which incorporates carefully selected clutch cylinder piston ratios for easier clutch-lever pull and crisp shifting.

The chassis of the GSX650F is a double-cradle, tubular steel frame designed with optimum torsional rigidity well-matched to the engine’s power and torque output.The 41mm-stanchion-tube KYB front forks with adjustable spring preload offer 130mm of wheel travel, while the KYB single-shock rear suspension features adjustable spring preload and rebound damping. Engineered for a finely balanced mix of sportiness and all-round comfort, the GSX650F geometry comprises a 1,470mm wheelbase, 26 degrees of rake and 108mm of trail, with a relatively low 770mm seat height for maximum rider comfort.

Integrated with the fairing and tail section to enhance the distinct sporty look, the compact, 19-litre fuel tank is designed with a narrow mid-section for an easy reach to the handlebar. Three-spoke, cast aluminium-alloy wheels shod with 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) and 160/60ZR17 M/C (69W) radial tyres transfer the power to the road, while the dual 310mm, floating-disc front brakes with four-piston calipers and 240mm disc rear brake provide the GSX650F ample stopping power.A GSX-R-style full fairing and vertically stacked, multi-reflector headlights display Suzuki’s sportsbike DNA, while the GSX650F’s one-piece integrated seat is designed for comfort with or without a passenger. The GSX650F features an analogue tachometer, LCD speedometer, odometer, fuel gauge, clock, dual trip meters, reserve trip meter and gear position indicator, plus a GSX-R racing-inspired programmable shift light to remind riders to up-shift.

Ducati Sport 1000S News

Ducati Sport 1000S

Make Model	Ducati Sport 1000S Limited Edition
Year	2007 (Production 90 US Only)
Engine	Air cooled, four stroke, 90°“L”twin cylinder, DOHC, desmodromic 4 valve per cylinder.
Capacity	992
Bore x Stroke	94 x 71.5 mm
Compression Ratio	10.0:1
Induction	Marelli electronic fuel injection, 45mm throttle body
Ignition / Starting	Marelli electronic / electric
Max Power	67.7 KW 92 hp @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque	9.3 kg-m 67.3 lb-ft @ 6000 rpm
Transmission / Drive	6 Speed / chain
Frame	Tubular steel trellis
Front Suspension	43mm Upside-down jelly adjustable forks, 120mm wheel travel
Rear Suspension	Sachs fully adjustable monoshock on the left side 133mm wheel travel.
Front Brakes	2x 320mm discs 4 piston calipers
Rear Brakes	Single 245mm disc 2 piston caliper
Front Tyre	120/70 ZR17
Rear Tyre	180/55 ZR17
Seat Height	825 mm
Dry-Weight	179 kg
Fuel Capacity	15 Litres

Whatever you think of the new wave of retro motorcycles-faux classics to lure fashion-conscious new bikers or genuine machines with credibility and a direct line to the past-you can't ignore 'em.

And certainly nobody seemed able to ignore the Ducati Sport 1000S for the week it was in my sticky mitts. It's one of those bikes that halts pedestrians in their tracks, forces involuntary thumbs-up out of car drivers and even drags pleasantries out of well-to-do ladies on their way to beautification. It is, without doubt, gorgeous. The red paint on the bodywork and steel trellis frame is just the right shade that pops in the sun but goes bloodlike as light fades, while the proportions of the half-fairing, the chrome and ally cockpit, the simple elegance of that air-cooled 992cc engine, all add up to a visual feast.

Before over-waxing lyrically, I'll steady up; Ducati has rationalized the entire Sport Classic range around the "cooking" GT1000 base, introduced last year. So the single-sided swingarm and shock are gone, replaced with twin fully adjustable Sachs units and a double-sided swinger, and there's an exhaust pipe on either side now. Plus, you get to share the experience, as under that seat cowl is a pillion perch, with pegs to match.

Gone, too, is the kerchinkachinkachinka rattle of the original DS1000 engine's dry clutch, as a bath of oil now soothes the hydraulically operated plates. And while the bike's beauty is beguiling, it's really the engine that stars when you stop gawping and start riding; this is one of the easiest to use, most fluid powerplants ever. OK, it's not the strongest (you'll get around 75 horsepower at the rear wheel with 58 lb.-ft. of torque) and feels a little corked-up toward the 8000-rpm redline, but every single one of those horses can be put to good work in good order, and throttle control and delivery are perfectly dialed in.

The Sport 1000S's steering geometry and chassis are adequate for a mild canyon-carve, but the suspension on either end is more budget than brilliant with the 43mm upside-down Marzocchis in particular feeling a little turgid and unresponsive, especially under braking on the way into a corner. The pair of simple twin-piston calipers up front grip 320mm semi-floating discs and anchor the bike smartly, while Pirelli rubber matches with solid grip.

So, reassuringly you can actually ride the Sport 1000S like you mean it, and enjoy the process. Plus, a bit of time sorting the suspension and stifled motor will deliver a more involving motorcycle, which in these days of too-perfect bikes is arguably a good thing. The real kicker (and leftover from the first incarnation) is the rack-like riding position due to the stretch to those clip-on bars; your wrists will never forgive you, and around town the bike is pure, tortuous misery. But maybe you do have to suffer a little for fashion after all.