Tuesday, November 08, 2011
Ducati Monster 795 Finally In Asia
The much awaited Ducati Monster 795 has finally been unveiled today at Kuala Lumpur. The Monster 795 is cheaper than the internationally sold Monster 796 and there have been some modifications done to the bike to achieve these. To start with, the single swingarm of the Monster 796 is replaced by a double sided swingarm in the Monster 795. The seat height has also been reduced from 31.5 inches to 30.3 inches. Many other factors like the tire spec and the alloy wheels have also been changed to finally get the cost advantage. They are supposed to be assembled in Thailand. As India has a free trade agreement with them, so we expect these bikes to come on shore at very affordable prices, rivaling the Hyosung GT650R and the Kawasaki Ninja 650R. The 795 will be sold in countries like Thailand, China, India, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Vietnam and Singapore.
Ducati Monster 795 Technical Specification
Chassis: Frame Tubular chrome moly steel trellis, casted aluminium subframe
Wheelbase: 1450 mm (57.1in)
Front suspension: Marzocchi 43mm upside-down forks
Front wheel: 3-spoke light alloy 3.50 x 17
Front tyre: 120/60 ZR 17 Pirelli Angel ST
Rear suspension: Progressive linkage with preload and rebound Sachs adjustable monoshock
Rear wheel: 3-spoke light alloy 4.50 x 17
Rear tyre: 160/60 ZR 17 Pirelli Angel ST
Front brake: 2 x 320mm discs, 4-piston radial calliper
Rear brake: 245mm disc, 2-piston calliper
Fuel tank capacity: 15 L / 13.5 L ABS version
Dry weight: 167kg / 169 kg ABS version
Body colour (frame/wheel) Red (red / black) – Arctic white silk (red / black) – Diamond black silk (red / black)
Engine: Type L-Twin cylinder, 2 valve per cylinder Desmodromic, air cooled
Displacement: 803cc
Bore x Stroke: 88 x 66mm
Compression Ratio: 11:01
Power: 64kW @ 8250 rpm
Torque: 78 Nm – 8 kgm @ 6250 rpm
Fuel injection: Siemens electronic fuel injection, 45mm throttle body with stepper motor
Exhaust: Lightweight 2-1-2 system with catalytic converter and twin lambda probes
Transmission: 6-speed
Ratio: 1=32/13 2=30/18 3=28/21 4=26/23 5=22/22 6=24/26
Primary drive Straight cut gears: Ratio 1.85:1
Final drive Chain: Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 39
Clutch APTC wet multiplate with hydraulic control
Details About 2012 BMW S1000RR Revealed
2012 BMW S1000RR
The BMW S1000RR was introduced to the world just 2 years ago and we are yet to come out of its aura of performance. However, BMW is not one to sit back and idle. They went on with improvements and are ready to reveal the new 2012 BMW S1000RR. At the first glance, you say that the bike looks exactly the same as the old one. But look closely and you will find many subtle differences hidden all around like the new tailpipe, winglets on side fairing and a different exhaust system. BMW has released the full list of changes that have done to the previous model to create the new one.
• Optimised torque curve for improved ride.
• Expansion from two to three performance curves (one each for Rain and Sport modes and an additional one for Race and Slick modes); Rain mode now 120 kW (163 hp).
• Reconfigured throttle for enhanced response (particularly gentle and sensitive acceleration in Rain mode, and immediately direct and spontaneous response in Sport, Race, and Slick modes).
• Reduced twisting force and tighter twist-grip angle.
• Smaller secondary ratio for boosted thrust.
• Refined tuning between Race ABS and Dynamic Traction Control (DTC).
• Enlarged cross sectional area of the intake air guide through the steering head for greater air flow efficiency.
• Better handling, steering accuracy, and feedback.
• Revised spring elements for an even wider range of damping forces.
• Supension geometry modified with new values for the steering head angle, offset, position of the swing arm pivot, fork projection, and spring strut length.
• New mechanical steering damper adjustable over ten levels.
• Forged and milled fork bridge in a new design and with a smaller offset.
• Revised design with a leaner tail section, redesigned side panels, centre airbox cover with side aperture grilles, and winglets.
• Four new colour variants: plain Racing Red with Alpine white, Bluefire, Sapphire black metallic, BMW Motorrad Motorsport colours.
• Revised RR logo
• New heel plates and leaner stabilisers on the passenger footrests.
• Redesigned LCD engine speed display for better readability and with five dimming levels.
• Instrument cluster with the new functions “Best lap in progress” and “Speedwarning”; deactivation of “Lamp” fault message when headlamp or number plate carrier removed.
• Catalytic converters relocated so no heat shield necessary.
• Expansion to the optional extras and special equipment ex works.
• Expansion from two to three performance curves (one each for Rain and Sport modes and an additional one for Race and Slick modes); Rain mode now 120 kW (163 hp).
• Reconfigured throttle for enhanced response (particularly gentle and sensitive acceleration in Rain mode, and immediately direct and spontaneous response in Sport, Race, and Slick modes).
• Reduced twisting force and tighter twist-grip angle.
• Smaller secondary ratio for boosted thrust.
• Refined tuning between Race ABS and Dynamic Traction Control (DTC).
• Enlarged cross sectional area of the intake air guide through the steering head for greater air flow efficiency.
• Better handling, steering accuracy, and feedback.
• Revised spring elements for an even wider range of damping forces.
• Supension geometry modified with new values for the steering head angle, offset, position of the swing arm pivot, fork projection, and spring strut length.
• New mechanical steering damper adjustable over ten levels.
• Forged and milled fork bridge in a new design and with a smaller offset.
• Revised design with a leaner tail section, redesigned side panels, centre airbox cover with side aperture grilles, and winglets.
• Four new colour variants: plain Racing Red with Alpine white, Bluefire, Sapphire black metallic, BMW Motorrad Motorsport colours.
• Revised RR logo
• New heel plates and leaner stabilisers on the passenger footrests.
• Redesigned LCD engine speed display for better readability and with five dimming levels.
• Instrument cluster with the new functions “Best lap in progress” and “Speedwarning”; deactivation of “Lamp” fault message when headlamp or number plate carrier removed.
• Catalytic converters relocated so no heat shield necessary.
• Expansion to the optional extras and special equipment ex works.
Chevrolet Beat Facelift Might Not Come To India
Chevrolet introducing its small car Beat revised model to the US market initially which might be followed by launching it in India as well. However, reports have arrived that the US bound Beat (sold as ‘Spark’) may not likely come to India due to different regulatory requirements in both countries. The US version of the Beat will be receiving some design updates to meet US safety standards. The car is slated to be launched there in mid-2012. The design updates will include a larger grille similar to the shape of Chevrolet Sonic, revised front styling and a modified lower intake.
The US Beat/Spark will be getting the 1.2L 4 cylinder engine producing 80 bhp of power and 80 foot pound of torque. It is attached to a 4 speed automatic or a 5 speed manual gearbox. It returns a fuel efficiency figure of 46 mpg (based on the Euro Test Cycle which produces numbers 10 to 20 percent higher than the EPA testing). The Beat is going to compete with Scion IQ and the revised Smart ForTwo. The Beat is the smallest car being offered from Chevrolet in the US market and also has the smallest engine offering ever.
The US Beat/Spark will be getting the 1.2L 4 cylinder engine producing 80 bhp of power and 80 foot pound of torque. It is attached to a 4 speed automatic or a 5 speed manual gearbox. It returns a fuel efficiency figure of 46 mpg (based on the Euro Test Cycle which produces numbers 10 to 20 percent higher than the EPA testing). The Beat is going to compete with Scion IQ and the revised Smart ForTwo. The Beat is the smallest car being offered from Chevrolet in the US market and also has the smallest engine offering ever.
