The Fighters r here
Passed by TriStar showroom today to pick up some parts a ordered and was surprised to see the new Ducati Street Fighters…they had two bikes the standard one and the S version.
The seating position of this bike is unique…very up front, it’s very narrow and the size of the fuel tank is small which will constantly remind you of its light weight, ease of handling, and gives you confidant to do some stunt riding.
The S is already sold, they also have a pearl white 1198 which look really cool and sold of course.
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Angry bike
Ducati StreetFighter
The term “streetfighter” originated from stripping the fairing of superbikes then adding high bars to create an urban bike with easier handling, the new Ducati Streetfighter is based on unfaired 1098/1198 superbikes, and is here to replace the Monster S4Rs.
Most of the parts in the Streetfighter are new in one way or the another…the engine is almost a straight lift of the 1098, except for the crankcases which are the from the 1198’s -3kg lighter-, the chassis is the same as the 1198’s with a different geometry, the rear subframe is new and shortens the bike by three inches compared with the 1098, the fuel tank is new so is the exhaust, the traction control (DTC) is also the same as the 1198’s and has eight setting so you can change these setting depending on your testosterone level.
I believe the Streetfighter will be a thrilling bike, and i would like to have a go on it but it has one problem that is the lack of wind protection…but again you can’t criticize a naked bike for the lack of fairing right?
Hip Police
Bu Yousef was in Abu Dhabi when he spotted Paul Teutul Sr from OCC -Orange County Choppers-, apparently OCC are there to participate in the launch of “The Eagle” bike which they designedbuilt especially for Abu Dhabi police dept, the event is part of Abu Dhabi police efforts to communicate with motor biking hobbyists and the younger generation.
The Eagle motorbike is the first of its kind in the region to enter the police service.
BMW Road Master
Rummers of a 6 cylinder LT has been around for a while, but now it seams these rummers are kind of true, the iDrive System and electronic seats are some of it’s features.
Gold Wing here comes the LT.
Why we ride bikes
Seven-time F1 champ Michael Schumacher has spoken out on his two-wheeled racing escapades, saying he finds motorcycle racing more of a thrill than four wheels.
In a recent interview, Schumacher said:
“It is very different, you have to learn it from scratch — and exactly this is what makes it so fascinating for me. You know, on four wheels I know it all, there is nothing more I can learn or achieve. On two wheels though, I am just like a kid, trying out everything. Of course the feeling I have for driving, for lines, for tyres or my experience in racing situation helps me a lot, but in the end you are much more active with your body on a motor bike. And as it is so direct, the sensation is even higher. I really like it, it is big fun.”
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Getting technical
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Back to the future
In 1980 the world saw the first Katana at Cologne motorcycle show, the bike had aggressive body styling which broke from the traditional motorcycle styling at the time.
Many thought it was only a concept bike that will never see the light, but Suzuki proved them wrong and released the GSX1100S Katana the next year, the bike retained the same styling with few improvements.
The Katana was designed by the German Hans A. Muth of Target Design, the aggressive styling of a small fairing and the large capacity tank blended together to give the best airflow around the rider and the bike…
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Celebrating the half million
BMW has been producing the GS model since 1980, and manufactured 500,000 GS since, to celebrate this they are releasing a special R1200GS with a front fender extension, black oil-cooler spoiler, tinted windshield, black rims, aluminum cylinder head protectors, and a two-tone seat that’s 20mm higher than standard,
Stolen Bike
This bike got stolen yesterday from our friend’s place in Manqaf, it is a bluewhite 2003 BMW R1100S with a license plate number 2403…if you spot the bike please call Scott on 97220184, the Police, or post a comment here.
Moto GP- Super Bike
- "I’m always his rival and he’s always mine" – Montella on Petrucci, duo explain how they can help each other
- Vickers: "My only goal is to keep progressing with the team and bike… I’m sure we’ll get some amazing results"
- Rinaldi readies for new challenge with GMT94 Yamaha: "It’s time for a new chapter in my life…"
- Canepa appointed Sporting Manager at Yamaha: "Going to be a challenge… looking forward to it!"
- GALLERY: Bimota officially unveil the KB998 machine at EICMA
