Wednesday 9 October 2013

Comparison between 5 Tough Touring Bikes we love!!!


Good Day Bikers!!!

The adventure touring motorcycle concept encompasses dual-sport motorcycle designed specifically to provide long range touring capabilities both on roads and off roads with the intent of making virtually any destination reachable. Motorcycles in this category share a unique combination of traits that provide them very high ground clearance (for off-road purposes), large fuel reserves, large displacement, under stressed engines for high reliability and heavy torque output but good high-speed highway behavior and handling. These combinations, along with their weight and large size, separates them from traditional off-road, enduro and motorcross motorcycles.
It is common for a large selection of purpose-driven options to be available for global tourers, including skid plates (to protect the engine and transmission during off-road use), larger and additional fuel tanks than stock, metal-formed hard luggage for extreme condition use, hardened GPS navigation systems designed to handle off-road abuse, etc. These bikes do not necessarily ship with hard luggage, but usually offer them as optional extras either from the manufacturer or via third-party suppliers. These motorcycles are often used as the basis for competitions in extreme rally events, including the grueling Dakar Rally.


BMW F800 GS


Engine/trans 798-cc liquid-cooled parallel twin/6M
Rear-wheel horsepower 78 
Weight (pounds) 526 
Suspension travel, front/rear (inches) 9.0/8.5
Seat height (inches) 33.5 to 34.6
Fuel-tank capacity (gallons) 5.2
Fuel economy (mpg) 47.90 

THE GOOD 

Feels slim like a dirt bike, and off-road it rips with such agility that you'd never guess that it outweighs its closest rival in this test, the Triumph. Barky exhaust gives it a rebellious aura. Embarrasses many bikes on curvy roads and outruns most cars. The suspension has the same uncanny combination of suppleness and sharp handling as BMW's road cars, so the rider feels connected to the road, not simply on top of it. High-quality switchgear survives contact with the ground. So capable overall, we have to wonder why anyone would drop the extra dough on its big brother, the 1200. 

THE NOT-SO-GOOD

Narrow, hard seat could double as a fence rail. Trip computer hard to operate with a gloved hand. A touch of engine vibration.



Kawasaki KLR650




THE GOOD 

Mechanically simple—it still breathes through a carburetor—so, of the five bikes, you have the best shot at fixing this one trailside. Its comparatively light weight made it the easiest to wrestle through tight, rocky trails. It has just enough power to cruise at 80 mph, but don't ask for more. Engine has decent low-end grunt but would probably benefit from lower gearing. Suspension does an admirable job of absorbing big off-road bumps. The low starting price means there's money left over to indulge in the huge KLR aftermarket, a benefit of this bike's age. It first appeared in 1987. 

THE NOT-SO-GOOD

Earned the trophy for both the slowest and the thirstiest bike. Engine shake puts hands and feet to sleep. Exhaust note sounds like a bleating goat, which is a little awkward.


Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS



Engine/trans 645-cc liquid-cooled V-twin/6M
Rear-wheel horsepower 62
Weight(pounds) 470
Suspension travel, front/rear (inches) 5.9/5.9
Seat height (inches) 32.3
Fuel-tank capacity (gallons) 5.8
Fuel economy (mpg) 51.00

THE GOOD 

Don't dismiss the V-Strom as yet another UJM—universal Japanese motorcycle. While stylistically challenged compared with the BMW and the Triumph, the Suzuki has won many praises for its overall competence. The V-twin is lacking displacement, but it's sewing-machine smooth and happy to rev, and has plenty of moxie. We appreciated the V-Strom's low seat height in the dirt, and the soft cushion and fairing made passing highway miles effortless. In terms of value per dollar, it's one of the best on the market. As one rider prepared to climb aboard, he said, "Helloooo, sweetie," a sentiment shared by all.

THE NOT-SO-GOOD

It's missing some creature comforts, such as outlets for a heated vest. Lacks the visual and audible character that makes motorcycles, you know, badass.



Triumph Tiger 800XC



Engine/trans 799-cc liquid-cooled I3/6M
Rear-wheel horsepower 82
Weight(pounds) 481 
Suspension travel, front/rear (inches) 8.7/8.5
Seat height (inches) 33.2 to 34.0
Fuel-tank capacity (gallons) 5.0
Fuel economy (mpg) 42.70

THE GOOD 

A bike full of superlatives—fantastic power, wonderful turbine-like exhaust sound, techno-industrial styling that looks good and sportbike road handling. Wonderfully responsive chassis, and the tank is high enough that you can lie on it and tuck behind the meager fairing. Buttery gearbox shifts cleanly, and the throttle response is thrilling—it's like there's no flywheel connected to the engine. While its heft is a hindrance off-road, the bike's balance makes it better suited off the pavement than we expected. Sure, it's pricey, but it delivers.

THE NOT-SO-GOOD

Slurps fuel and has a smallish tank, so make sure you know the gas station situation before getting too lost. Some thought the fairing directed the wind right at the rider's helmet.


Yamaha Super Tenere



Engine/trans 1199-cc liquid-cooled parallel twin/6M
Rear-wheel horsepower 90
Weight (pounds) 574
Suspension travel, front/rear (inches) 7.5/7.5
Seat height (inches) 33.3 to 34.3
Fuel-tank capacity (gallons) 6.0
Fuel economy (mpg) 43.00

THE GOOD 

Wickedly quick—the fastest bike in the group—and touring-bike-stable on the highway. The supple suspension turned cratered roads smooth. "I'm aiming for potholes, just for the sport of it," said one tester. Lots of useful, well-engineered details such as an adjustable seat and windscreen, a shaft drive and traction control. Linked brakes with ABS mean a simple squeeze of the front-brake lever in a panic will stop the bike in short order. Optional saddlebags have clever, easy-to-use mounts. If we had three days to ride to California, this would be the bike.

THE NOT-SO-GOOD

On the dirt, it's like riding an athletic woolly mammoth compared with the other bikes. Engine vibrates at high revs. One tester said the exhaust sounds like the muffler was "made out of old soup cans."


Credit goes to http://www.popularmechanics.com/


Thursday 3 October 2013

Isyarat tangan semasa berkonvoi




Salam Bikerz!!! 

Jika entry yang lepas aku berkongsi pasal etika konvoi, kali ini aku nak share sikit pasal isyarat tangan semasa konvoi. 

Isyarat tangan penting beb...sbb dengan isyarat tanganlah kita boleh berkomunikasi dengan rakan konvoi kita yang lain..(yela biker macam aku tak mampu lagi nak beli 'handfree communication..iskh..iskh..)

So berikut adalah isyarat-isyarat tangan yang biasa digunakan dalam konvoi motosikal. Kepada yang baru nak kenal, ilmu ini sangat berguna kepada anda dan kepada yang berpengalaman bolehlah refresh memory dan berikan tunjuk ajar. Semoga aktiviti konvoi motosikal yang dijalankan selepas ini akan berjalan lebih lancar, teratur dan menggembirakan..

So have a safe and happy riding bro & sis!!!!




PS.. Jangan gunakan isyarat yang camni lak mase ride..silap-silap boleh mengundang penumbuk sulung jurus ke-17..hehheheh

Wednesday 2 October 2013

Maxiscooter

Are you looking for a bike that is relax without ignoring the speed?
Seeking for a second commuting bike?

This is the bike that you are seeking for...
Introducing MAXI SCOOTER

maxi-scooter or touring scooter is a large scooter, with engines ranging in size from 250 to 850 cc (15 to 52 cu in), and using larger frames than normal scooters.
The trend toward maxi-scooters began in 1986 when Honda introduced the CN250 Helix / Fusion / Spazio. Many years later, Suzuki launched the Burgman 400 and 650 models.Honda (600 cc or 37 cu in), Aprilia/Gilera (839 cc or 51.2 cu in), Yamaha (530 cc or 32 cu in), Kymco (700 cc or 43 cu in) and others have also introduced scooters with engine displacements ranging from 400 to 850 cc (24 to 52 cu in). Honda's PS250(also known as Big Ruckus) features a motorcycle-like exoskeleton instead of bodywork.
A new direction in maxi-scooters has the engine fixed to the frame. This arrangement improves handling by allowing bigger wheels and less unsprung weight, also tending to move the centre of gravity forwards. The trend toward larger, more powerful scooters with fully automatic transmissions converges with an emerging trend in motorcycle design that foreshadows automatic transmission motorcycles with on-board storage. Examples include the Aprilia Mana 850 automatic-transmission motorcycle and the Honda NC700D Integra, which is a scooter built on a motorcycle platform.

How about take a tour on these Maxi-scooter models with a brief specs, shall we begin?

2013 BMW C600 Sport 

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Engine Type: 2-cylinder 4-stroke liquid-cooled engine, 4 valves per cylinder Bore x stroke: 79 mm x 66 mm Capacity: 647 cc Rated output: 44 kW (60 hp) at 7,500 rpm Max. torque: 66 Nm (49 lb/ft) at 6,000 rpm Compression ratio: 11,6 : 1 Mixture control / engine management: BMS-E digital engine management Emission control: Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-4 Maximum speed: 109 mph Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 90 km/h: 4.4 l (53 mpg at 56 mph) Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 120 km/h: 5.6 l (42 mpg at 75 mph) Fuel type: Premium unleaded Alternator: Three-phase generator 588 W Battery: 12 V / 12 Ah, maintenance-free Clutch: Centrifugal clutch Gearbox: CVT gearbox Drive: Chain drive in oil bath Frame: Steel tube construction with aluminum die cast unit Front wheel location / suspension: Upside-down fork Ø 40 mm Rear wheel location / suspension: Single-sided swing arm Suspension travel front / rear :4.5/4.5 inches (115 mm/115 mm) Wheelbase: 62.6 inches (1.591 mm) Castor: 3.6 inches (92 mm) Steering head angle: 64,6° Wheels: Aluminum cast wheels Rim, front: 3,50 x 15" Rim, rear: 4,50 x 15" Tyres, front: 120/70 ZR 15 Tyres, rear: 160/60 ZR 15 Brake, front: Two-rotor disc brake, diameter 10.6 inches (270 mm), 2-piston floating caliper Brake, rear: Single disc brake, diameter 10.6 inches (270 mm), 2-piston floating caliper ABS Standard: BMW Motorrad ABS Length: 84.8 inches (2,155 mm) Width (incl. mirrors): 34.5 inches (877 mm) Height (excl. mirrors): 54.3 inches (1,378 mm) Seat height, unladen weight: 31.9 inches (810 mm) Inner leg curve, unladen weight: 69.7 inches (1770 mm) Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled 1): 549 lbs (249 kg) Dry weight 2): 522 lbs (237 kg) Permitted total weight: 981 lbs (445 kg) Payload (with standard equipment): 432 lbs (196 kg) Usable tank volume: 4.2 gallons (16 liters) Reserve Approx.: 1 gallon (4.0 liters)
http://www.topspeed.com/motorcycles/mot ... z2gKxuom00 )

2013 BMW C 650 GT 
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Engine Type 2-cylinder 4-stroke liquid-cooled engine, 4 valves per cylinder Bore x stroke 79 mm x 66 mm Capacity 647 cc Rated output 44 kW (60 hp) at 7,500 rpm Max. torque 49 lb/ft (66 Nm) at 6,000 rpm Compression ratio 11,6 : 1 Mixture control / engine management BMS-E digital engine management Emission control Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-4 Maximum speed 109 mph Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 90 km/h 4.4 l (53 mpg at 56 mph) Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 120 km/h 5.6 l (42 mpg at 75 mph) Fuel type Premium unleaded Alternator Three-phase generator 588 W Battery 12 V / 12 Ah, maintenance-free Clutch Centrifugal clutch Gearbox CVT gearbox Drive Chain drive in oil bath Frame Steel tube construction with aluminum die cast unit Front wheel location / suspension Upside-down fork Ø 40 mm Rear wheel location / suspension Single-sided swing arm Suspension travel front / rear 4.5/4.5 inches (115 mm/115 mm) Wheelbase 62.6 inches (1,591 mm) Castor 3.6 inches (92 mm) Steering head angle 64,6° Wheels Aluminum cast wheels Rim, front 3,50 x 15" Rim, rear 4,50 x 15" Tyres, front 120/70 ZR 15 Tyres, rear 160/60 ZR 15 Brake, front Two-rotor disc brake, diameter 10.6 inches (270 mm), 2-piston floating caliper Brake, rear Single disc brake, diameter 10.6 inches (270 mm), 2-piston floating caliper ABS Standard: BMW Motorrad ABS Length 87.3 inches (2,218 mm) Width (incl. mirrors) 36.1 inches (916 mm) Height (excl. mirrors) 55.6 inches (1,411 mm) Seat height, unladen weight 31.3 inches (795 mm) Inner leg curve, unladen weight 69.7 inches (1,770 mm) Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled 1) 575 lbs (261 kg) Dry weight 2) 549 lbs (249 kg) Permitted total weight 981 lbs (445 kg)Payload (with standard equipment) 406 lbs (184 kg) Usable tank volume 4.2 gallons (16 liters) Reserve Approx. 1 gallon (4 liters)
http://www.topspeed.com/motorcycles/mot ... z2gL26UaPP )

2013 Kymco Xciting 400i 
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Engine type 4 stroke EFITransmission: CVT automatic transmissionDisplacment (cc) 399 Cylinder single Max.horsepower kw(r/min) 26.5 / 7000 Max.torque (kg.m/rpm) 37 / 6000 Overall length (mm) 2205 Overall width (mm) 820 Overall height (mm) 1285 Wheelbase (mm) 1570 Dry weight amount(kg) 193 Tire std.(fr/rr) 120/70-15" , 150/70-14" Type brake (fr/rr) dual disk ABS/ disk Frame: dual under-bone design
http://www.topspeed.com/motorcycles/mot ... z2gL69svmu )

2014 Kymco MYROAD 700i 
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Engine type 4 stroke / dohc / 4v Bore x stroke (mm) φ 76.9x75.3 Displacment (cc) 699.5 Cylinder parallel twin Cooling system liquid cooled Compression ratio 10.5 Transmission: automatic transmission (CVT)Max.horsepower kw(r/min) 44/7250 Max.torque n.m(r/min) 63/5500 Starting system electric Fuel tank capacity (l) 15 Overall length (mm) 2330 Overall width (mm) 830 Overall height (mm) 1510 Wheelbase (mm) 1615 Saddle height (mm) 780 Dry weight amount(kg) 265 Tire std.(fr/rr) 120*70-15/150*70-14 Tire wheel material AL Type (fr/rr) double disk/disk (dual ABS)Diameter fr/rr (mm) 280/240 Type (fr/rr) telescope / double swing
http://www.topspeed.com/motorcycles/mot ... z2gL9WlnDO )

2013 Suzuki Burgman 400 ABS 
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Engine 400cc, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, DOHC Bore x Stroke 81.0 mm x 77.6 mm (3.19 in x 3.06 in) Compression Ratio 12.5 : 1 Fuel System Suzuki Fuel Injection Starter Electric with Suzuki electronic Idle Speed Control (ISC)Lubrication Wet sump Transmission Automatic (CVT)Final Drive V-belt Drive Suspension Front Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped Suspension Rear Link type, coil spring, oil damped Brakes Front Disc brake, twin Brakes Rear Disc brake (with ABS)Tires Front 120/80-14 M/C 58S, tubeless Tires Rear 150/70-13 M/C, 64S tubeless Fuel Tank Capacity 3.5 US - Including Reserve Color Metallic Thunder Gray/Glass Sparkle Black and Black Ignition Electronic ignition (Transistorized) Overall Length 2270 mm (89.4 in) Overall Width 825 mm (32.5 in) Wheelbase 1585 mm (62.4 in) Ground Clearance 125 mm (4.9 in) Seat Height 710 mm (28.0 in) Curb Weight 222 kg (489 lbs.) 
http://www.topspeed.com/motorcycles/mot ... z2gLBRNdhT )

2013 Suzuki Burgman 650 ABS Executive
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Engine capacity 638cc Engine 4-stroke, 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC Bore 75.5mm x 71.3mm Compression ratio 11.2:1 Lubrication Wet sump Ignition Electronic ignition (Transisorised) Transmission SECVT Drive Gear train Instrumentation: Big, easy-to-read analogue dials for the speedometer and tachometer lank a digital display that includes; odometer, twin trip meters, average fuel consumption, fuel gauge, clock, oil level indicator, oil change indicator, drive mode indicator (for Drive and Power modes) and a gear position indicator (for Manual mode).Windscreen: Electrically Adjustable WindscreenSafety: Suzuki Advance Immobiliser SystemMPG 60.50* Front suspension Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped Rear suspension Swingarm type, coil spring, oil damped Front brakes Disc, twin (ABS)Rear brakes Disc (ABS)Front tyres 120/70R15M/C 56H, tubeless Rear tyres 160/60R14M/C 65H, tubeless Overall length 2270mm (89.4in) Overall width 810mm (31.9in) Overall height 1430mm (56.3in) Wheelbase 1590mm (62.6in) Seat height 750mm (29.5in) Fuel capacity 15.0litres (3.3 UK gallons)
http://www.topspeed.com/motorcycles/mot ... z2gLDy7e00 )

2013 Yamaha TMAX 
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Engine 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valve, inline twin Displacement 530 cc Bore and Stroke 68 x 73mm Compression Ratio 10.9:1 Maximum Torque 5.3 kg-m (38.3 ft-lbs.) @ 5,250 rpm Fuel Delivery Mikuni 34 mm throttle body F.I. with TPS (throttle position sensor)Estimated Fuel Consumption 19kpl/53mpg (Imp) Lubrication Dry Sump Ignition / Starting TCI / Electric Start Transmission Fully automatic CVT Final Drive V-belt Suspension (Front) 43mm fork Suspension (Rear) Swingarm - single shock Brakes (Front) Dual 267mm discs Brakes (Rear) 282mm disc Tires (Front) 120/70R15 Tires (Rear) 160/60R15 Length 2,200mm (86.6’’) Width 775mm (30.5’’) Height 1,420 or 1,475mm (55.9 or 58.1’’) Wheelbase 1,580mm (62.2’’) Ground Clearance 125mm (4.9") Seat Height 800mm (31.5’’) Fuel Capacity 15 litres (3.3 Imp. gallons) Wet Weight 218kg (481 lb) Maximum Load 197kg (434 lb) Colour Matte Metallic Dark Gray
http://www.topspeed.com/motorcycles/mot ... z2gLItMDx1 )
2013 Aprilia SRV 850 ABS/ATC 
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Inspired by RSV-4 superbike comes the superscooter SRV850
Engine 90° V-twin engine, 4-stroke Bore x Stroke 88 mm / 69 mm Total displacement 839.3 cc Maximum power at the crank 76 CV @ 7.750 rpm Maximum torque at the crank 76,4 Nm @ 6.000 rpm Fuel system Electronic injection with Ø 38 mm single body Lubrification Dry sump with double trochoid lobe pump Gear box Twist-and-go CVT with torque server Clutch Automatic dry centrifugal clutch with vibration dampers Frame Double cradle in high strength tubular steel Front suspension 41 mm diameter hydraulic telescopic fork with straight stanchions and set-back pin (122 mm wheel vertical travel) Rear suspension With laterally mounted, horizontal, hydraulic monoshock. Seven-position spring preload adjustment. Front brake Double, 300 mm diam. semi-floating stainless steel discs with two Brembo double piston 28 mm diam. floating callipers. Two channel ABS. Rear brake 280 mm Ø stainless steel disc and 25.4 mm Ø double piston calliper. Two channel ABS. Wheels Aluminium alloy Front 16" x 3.50 Rear 15" x 4.50 Tyres Tubeless Front 120/70-R16” - 57H Rear 160/60-R15” - 67H Dimensions Length 2.237 mm Width 790 mm Wheelbase 1.593 mm Seat height 780 mm Dry weight 249 kg Fuel tank capacity 18.5 litres Emissions Euro 3
http://www.topspeed.com/motorcycles/mot ... z2gLLpop00 )

2013 Honda Integra 
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Ignition System Computer-controlled digital transistorised with electronic advance Max. Torque 62Nm/4,750min-1 95/1/EC Bore x Stroke 73 x 80mm Engine Type Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 8-valve, SOHC parallel 2-cylinder Carburation PGM-FI electronic fuel injection Fuel Tank Capacity 14.1litres Max. Power Output 38.1kW/6,250min-1 95/1/EC Engine Displacement 670cm3 Fuel Consumption 17.3 m/l (78.6 mpg)Final Drive Chain Transmission Type 6-speed Dual Clutch Transmission Clutch Wet, multiplate hydraulic 2-clutch Clutch Operation Push button - D mode/S mode/Manual mode Wheelbase 1,525mm Seat Height 790mm Kerb Weight 238kg Dimensions (L×W×H) 2,195 x 790 x 1,440mm Ground Clearance 135mm Frame type Diamond; steel pipe Suspension Front 41mm telescopic fork, 120mm travel Wheels Front multi-spoke cast aluminium 17M/C x MT3.5 Tyre Size Front 120/70-ZR17M/C (58W) Brakes Front 320mm single wavy hydraulic disc with 3-piston calipers and sintered metal pads, C-ABS as standard Wheels Rear multi-spoke cast aluminium 17M/C x MT3.5 Suspension Rear Monoshock damper, Pro-Link swingarm, 120mm travel Tyre Size Rear 160/60-ZR17M/C (69W) Brakes Rear 240mm single wavy hydraulic disc with single-piston caliper and sintered metal pads, C-ABS as standard
http://www.topspeed.com/motorcycles/mot ... z2gLSDeImr )

Ducati pulops ade ke scooter???
Dgr kate Ducati ade ure2 join venture dgn audi utk build concept scooter:Here's my idea for an Audi super scooter, developed in conjunction with Ducati. (Audi SC-1 super scooter concept)
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http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/News/ ... r-concept/ )

Credits goes to pielangbikers.com!!! salute bro!!!