More on the 2008 BMW R1200GS Adventure

Some days back, we had put up news on the 2008 BMW bikes including the BMW R1200GS Adventure. Heres more on the bike then :

• Even more dynamic drive and improved traction.
• Reworked transmission and short first gear if required.
• Even more universal use through optional Enduro ESA.
• Reworked design emphasizing the off road and world travel character.
• Perfect, tried and tested series equipment for extreme tours.
• Color options: Magnesium metallic matt, plain red.
• Special equipment and tailor-made accessories in accordance with
  the familiar BMW standards.

The new 2008 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure,is the third version of the ultimate long-distance enduro for globetrotters and adventurers. The Adventure also wins hearts and minds with improved perfor-mance and traction, additional offroad qualities and a level of long-distance comfort that has been enhanced even further.

The new, even more dynamic drive of the R 1200 GS Adventure even manages to outstrip the 1170 cc engine of its predecessor model, which provided confident propulsion in any conditions. With 105 bhp at 7,000 rpm, a maximum engine speed of 8,000 rpm. Like the basic R 1200 GS version, the R 1200 GS Adventure places its trust in a completely reworked 6-speed transmission which, with its shortened transmission ratios and a shorter secondary ratio, provides clearly improved traction and acceleration. Combined with the reworked engine, the R 1200 GS Adventure is much more lively and dynamic in the upper half of the engine speed range, while still providing more traction in the lower ranges.With enlarged bearing diameters and changed shaft distance.


Compared with the standard R 1200 GS version, the R 1200 GS Adventure is appearing on the market with the much expanded standard equipment taken over from its predecessor model. Its 33 liter tank, for example, allows the rider to ride for much longer stages. At a constant speed of 90 km/h, the theoretical range is around 750 kilometers. In this way, the new R 1200 GS Adventure can cover far greater distances than any of its competitors.

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Coupon Chief : Holiday season shopping made easy!

The holiday season is here in India too. Diwali (festival of lights) just went, and Christmas / New Year fever is picking up. Being in Mumbai right now, most of the pals I know here are talking of just one place - GOA!! Anyways, I am not gonna be away from the family, but with the family. It also means I gotta hunt around for gifts, meaningful gifts, at great prices offcourse.
And this is where I stumbled across Coupon Chief

I was looking at electronics and automotive stuff. May be pick up some riding gear ( the site has Coupon Chief Motorcycle Superstore coupons too)! Great. Also, electronic stuff means a lot to me - the site again has Coupon Chief Camera World coupons with great deals.

Do drop in to the site and before you know, you might pick up a good deal on a lotta stuff. I am all set to use my credit card to the max here :D

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2008 Moto Morini Granpasso 1200

2008 Moto Morini Granpasso 1200

Milan motorshow saw the introduction of the new Moto Morini Granpasso 1200. Another big enduro stressing comfort and versatility with power. The 1,187cc 87° v-twin is tuned for enduro use (more low end), and drives a relatively thin 150 section, 17 inch rear tire. Weighing roughly 436 pounds, the Granpasso 1200 has top drawer components, including Brembo brakes, Marzocchi fork and Ohlins shock.

Whether used for touring, off-road or battling city traffic, Granpasso 1200 is dedicated to the motorcyclist who racks up miles, wants a comfortable ride and ventures into places where there's no trace of asphalt. Granpasso 1200 has a feisty look that comes through in the trellis frame underlining the Italian spirit and sporty nature of this Morini machine.

Accessories
Moto Morini Competizione, the Moto Morini catalogue of accessories, dedicates to the Granpasso 1200 different items designed to enhance the comfort of the trip.
· Pair of rigid side panniers, 34 litre capacity each
· Rigid rear case, 46 litre capacity
· Expandable tank bag
· Touring windshield
· Tom Tom Touch Screen satellite navigation system
· Heated handgrips kit
· Hand guard kit
· Central stand
· Offroad sport seat
· Oil cooler


Instrument Panel

Small-sized and well integrated with the headlight fairing, the digital instrument panel is perfectly legible. The controls are easy to access as they are placed on the handgrip. Among the other functions of the instrumentation, the rider can view the outside temperature, the gear engaged, clock and maintenance intervals.




Technical Specifications Moto Morini Granspasso 1200

Engine

Engine Moto Morini ­ Bialbero CorsaCorta
Cylinders 2
Layout 87° V longitudinal
Strokes 4
Cooling Liquid cooled
Timing system Double overhead camshaft
Valves per cylinder 4
Bore x stroke 107 x 66 mm / 4,21 x 2,59 inch
Displacement 1187 cc
Compression ratio 12.5:1
Power n. d.
Torque n. d.
Fuel system Magneti Marelli indirect electronic injection with 54 mm / 2,12 inch Ø throttle body
Ignition I.A.W. electronic
Starting Electric
Lubrication Forced with trochoidal pump
Gearbox With constant mesh spur gears
Gear ratio 6
In first 13/36
In second 17/32
In third 20/30
In fourth 22/28
In fifth 23/26
In sixth 24/25
Clutch Multiple-plate clutch in oil bath with antiskipping system and radial master-cylinder
Primary drive Spur gears 55:31
Final drive Chain 17/40
Exhaust Silencer, 3-way catalytic converter with oxygen sensor
Emissions control Euro 3

Chassis

Frame Verlicchi high-strength steel tube trellis frame
Wheelbase 1500 mm / 59,05 inch
Headstock rake 26.5°
Rake 110 mm / 4,33 inch
Front suspension Marzocchi upside-down fork with 50 mm / 1,96 inch Ø legs
Front wheel travel 190 mm / 7,48 inch
Swing arm With large section, made of hydroformed aluminum
Rear suspension Ohlins single shock absorber with separate tank featuring spring length, preload, rebound and compression damping multiple adjustment
Rear wheel travel 200 mm / 7,87 inch
Front brake Brembo 298 mm / 11,73 inch double disc with 2-piston callipers and radial master-cylinder
Rear brake Brembo 255 mm / 10,03 inch single disc with 2-piston calliper
Front tire 110/80 R19 Tubeless
Rear tire 150/70 R17 Tubeless
Rims Excel spoke rims with aluminium channel
Front rim size MT 3.00 x 19"
Rear rim size MT 4.50 x 17"

Measures and Weights

Total length 2170 mm / 85,43 inch
Max. width 865 mm / 34,05 inch (excluding rear-view mirrors)
Seat height 840 mm / 33,07 inch
Min. height from ground 200 mm / 7,87 inch
Steering angle 40° rh/lh
Dry weight 198 Kg / 440 lbs (Moto Morini indicates the weight of the motorcycle complete with battery, cooling liquid, engine oil and without fuel)

Congestion charging sense at last!!

The BMF (British Motorcyclist Federation) have reported today that Cambridgeshire County Council’s outline plans, exempt motorcycles from congestion charging schemes.

Hooray!!!

A council that recognises that motorcycles and scooters do not contribute to congestion; do not cause wear and tear on road surfaces; produce less greenhouse gases than other vehicles and don’t require massive parking facilities. To read the BMF great news on www.inter-bike.co.uk, click here.

Ride safe!

Jon Booth
Email: webmaster@inter-bike.co.uk
Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/

The wait for the Ducat 848 is over!

Ducati UK have just announced that the Ducati 848 will be in Ducati UK dealerships this coming Saturday, the 1st December The stunning white coloured 848, boasts a power to weight ratio greater than even a 999. To read more details on www.inter-bike.co.uk, click here.










Ride safe!

Jon Booth
Email: webmaster@inter-bike.co.uk
Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/

Personalised number plates : Cool way to flaunt your plates!

Generally surfing through the net, i dropped into Personalised Number Plates website. The site basically allows you to search their massive selection of private number plates. You can search for ageless car registrations, prefix type personalised number plates and current style number plates. They do the transfer paperwork for you, and don't just send you a certificate and leave you to do the work yourself.

I searched for "BHP" and came across some great results. How i wish we could have such a thing here in India. Imagine people have number plates like "AA02 ZMA" : ZMA in India is a short form for a popular bike called the "Karizma". Great!

Have a look at the Personalised Number Plates. For all our UK readers, the site is based out of UK and hence will be of great help to you too.

New 990 Supermoto from KTM

KTM, the Austrian firm, has updated the 950 with the big-bore 990 supermoto. The 990 was launched at the Birmingham show.

The 990SM Supermoto is the larger capacity fuel-injected version of the 950SM Supermoto that was known to be quite some fun. We can only expect the 990SM to better it.

The latest bike now has the same class-leading powerplant as found on the Super Duke, and if it's anything like the 950, it will be even more insane than the Super Duke. The 999cc 75-degreee V-twin motor puts out a claimed 114bhp, and it has a meaty 71.5 lbf ft of torque. The bike also has a better riding positionand best of all, the fuel tank is much bigger than before. At 19 litres, the SM will now have a more useful range.

Heres a video of the bike release: