tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30804306474371777072024-03-12T23:04:21.733-07:00SportbikeBlogSportbikeBlogUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger108125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3080430647437177707.post-26183028259534258532011-03-01T00:29:00.000-08:002011-03-01T00:32:02.623-08:00WSBK: World Superbike Philip Island Highlights 2011<iframe title="YouTube video player" width="640" height="390" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/WFIGIBpyH5c" frameborder="0"></iframe><br /><br /><iframe title="YouTube video player" width="640" height="390" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/q7GUUetHc2U" frameborder="0"></iframe>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3080430647437177707.post-44191674385990504962011-03-01T00:23:00.000-08:002011-03-01T00:28:44.167-08:00Kawasakis Still SuckNot that I particularly dislike them on the street or anything, but come on. Kawasaki supposedly poured its heart and soul and lots of money into becoming a serious force in World Superbike.<br /><br />They withdrew from MotoGP (after consistently running at the back of the pack). At the beginning of every World Superbike race for the past several years you could see a nearly comedic sea of neon green lagging 5 seconds behind everyone before the first corner. I can see why they wanted to just focus on this and get it right.<br /><br />Yet what did was see last weekend at Philip Island? This was the all-new Ninja that's supposed to be tickling the BMW S1000RR's horsepower levels and has been relabelled "ZX" explicitly - a race bike - , while the new "Ninja 1000" assumes the former's former dual street/race role. This is a team that's been in Superbike since the early days in some shape or form.<br /><br />Yet what did we see? A sea of neon green at the back of the pack. What is the deal?Unknownnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3080430647437177707.post-89764078291253660722011-03-01T00:05:00.000-08:002011-03-01T00:22:27.564-08:00Philip Island World Superbike Results 2011Carlos Checa and Ducati rose like a pair of phoenixes at Philip Island, pulling off a double win and leading virtually every minute of both race one and two.<br /><br />Carlos Checa came to World Superbike from MotoGP in the twilight years of his racing career (and probably in the the eyes of many pissed them away on a Honda he showed moments of untouchable speed on but mostly mediocrity). At the end of last year, The long-time headline attraction of World Superbike made the shocking and upsetting announcement that they were withdrawing factory support from the series (this was around the time they announced they'd hired Rossi for 90 zillion dollars).<br /><br />None of that mattered on the opening weekend of the 2011 World Superbike Championship season. Checa simply walked away in both superbike class races. Mind you, as the announcers repeatedly mentioned, Philip Island is a historically Ducati-oriented track... but then again, in WSBK, what track <span style="font-style: italic;">hasn't</span> been dominated by Ducatis? Checa was incredibly smooth - almost boringly - and the race for third place was some of the best I've seen in years. MotoGP continues to become more Formula 1-ish in its anti-climactic racing, but Superbike has been on the warpath for the past half-decade.<br /><br />Max Biaggi had to be the second-best rider of the day, not only utilizing his Aprilia RSV4's monsterous power extremely well, but cutting through the field like a hot knife through butter after a poor start in race two. You could really see how unique and gradual his lines are compared to the rest of the field, and there were admittedly moments I were I thought he'd T-bone someone but he just cruised by like they weren't moving.<br /><br />The whole time, Marco Melandari was getting the better of his Yamaha teammate Laverty and Leon Haslam was showing that last season was no fluke. Fellow BMW rider actually chased down and outpaced Haslam for a short stint, but headbanged in anger after offshooting a turn mid-race. Seeing all-of-the-above 4, even 5 wide through top gear chicanes was quite a spectacle.<br /><br />The biggest surprise for me was in World Supersport. Luca Scassa isn't an old rider but seems nonetheless like he's been around forever. He's ridden a lot of bikes and been in some hellish crashes. I just didn't imagine him winning the opening supersport championship race in 2011,, but obviously I was wrong.<br /><br />Supersport:<br /><br />1. <b>Luca Scassa</b> ITA ParkinGO Yamaha YZF-R6 <b>21 Laps </b><br />2. <b>Broc Parkes</b> AUS Kawasaki Motocard.com ZX-6R <b>+0.009s </b><br />3. <b>Sam Lowes</b> GBR Parkalgar Honda CBR600RR <b>+0.033s</b><br />4. <b>David Salom</b> ESP Kawasaki Motocard.com ZX-6R <b>+0.272s </b><br />5. <b>Robbin Harms</b> DEN Harms Benjan Honda CBR600RR <b>+16.969s </b><br />6. <b>James Ellison</b> GBR Bogdanka PTR Honda CBR600RR <b>+23.943s </b><br />7. <b>Florian Marino</b> FRA Ten Kate Honda CBR600RR <b>+31.788s </b><br />8. <b>Vittorio Iannuzzo</b> ITA Lorenzini Kawasaki ZX-6R <b>+31.837s </b><br />9. <b>Alexander Lundh</b> SWE Cresto Guide Honda CBR600RR <b>+31.870s </b><br />10. <b>Danilo Dell'Omo</b> ITA Suriano Triumph <a href="http://www.crash.net/motorsports/in_depth/102/daytona.html" class="embedLink">Daytona</a> 675 <b>+32.817s </b><br />11. <b>Ronan Quarmby</b> RSA Suriano Triumph <a href="http://www.crash.net/motorsports/in_depth/102/daytona.html" class="embedLink">Daytona</a> 675 <b>+43.799s </b><br />12. <b>Ondrej Jezek</b> CZE SMS Honda CBR600RR <b>+56.116s</b><br />13. <b>Bastien Chesaux</b> SUI Moto-Academy Honda CBR600RR <b>+1min 00.055s </b><br />14. <b>Balazs Nemeth</b> HUN Team Hungary Toth Honda CBR600RR <b>+1min 05.909s </b><br />15. <b>Imre Toth</b> HUN Team Hungary Toth Honda CBR600RR <b>+1min 06.318s</b><br /><br />16. <b>Vladimir Ivanov</b> UKR Step Racing Honda CBR600RR <b>+1min 14.472s </b><br />17. <b>Marko Jerman</b> SLO MD Jerman Triumph <a href="http://www.crash.net/motorsports/in_depth/102/daytona.html" class="embedLink">Daytona</a> 675 <b>1min 24.183s</b><br />18. <b>Chaz Davies</b> GBR ParkinGO Yamaha YZF-R6 <b>+1 lap</b><br />19. <b>Luca Marconi</b> ITA Bike Service Yamaha YZF-R6 <b>+1 lap</b><br />20. <b>Roberto Tamburini</b> ITA Bike Service Yamaha YZF-R6 <b>+1 lap</b><br /><br /><b>Not Classified</b><br /><br />21. <b>Fabien Foret</b> FRA Ten Kate Honda CBR600RR <b>15 lap completed</b><br />22. <b>Massimo Roccoli</b> ITA Lorenzini Kawasaki ZX-6R <b>15 laps completed</b><br />23. <b>Miguel Praia</b> POR Parkalgar Honda CBR600RR <b>10 laps completed</b><br />24. <b>Pawel Szkopek</b> POL Bogdanka PTR Honda CBR600RR <b>10 laps completed</b><br />25. <b>Gino Rea</b> GBR Step Racing Honda CBR600RR <b>5 laps completed</b><br />26. <b>Mitchell Pirotta</b> AUS Kuja Honda CBR600RR <b>1 lap completed</b><br /><br />SBK Race 1:<br /><br />1. <b>Carlos Checa</b> ESP Althea Ducati 1098R <b>34mins 16.503s</b><br />2. <b>Max Biaggi</b> ITA Aprilia Alitalia Racing RSV-4 <b>+4.365s </b><br />3. <b>Leon Haslam</b> GBR BMW Motorrad S1000RR <b>+10.719s </b><br />4. <b>Eugene Laverty</b> IRL Yamaha <a href="http://www.crash.net/world_superbikes" class="embedLink">WSBK</a> YZF R1 <b>+11.266s </b><br />5. <b>Marco Melandri</b> ITA Yamaha <a href="http://www.crash.net/world_superbikes" class="embedLink">WSBK</a> YZF R1 <b>+11.293s </b><br />6. <b>Michel Fabrizio</b> ITA Suzuki Alstare GSX-R1000 <b>+12.039s </b><br />7. <b>Jakub Smrz</b> CZE Effenbert Liberty Ducati 1098R <b>+20.294s </b><br />8. <b>Tom Sykes</b> GBR Kawasaki RTS ZX-10R <b>+20.742s </b><br />9. <b>Noriyuki Haga</b> JPN PATA Aprilia RSV-4 <b>+22.421s </b><br />10. <b>Troy Corser</b> AUS BMW Motorrad S1000RR <b>+25.822s</b><br />11. <b>Roberto Rolfo</b> ITA Pedercini Kawasaki ZX-10R <b>+29.270s </b><br />12. <b>Jonathan Rea</b> GBR Castrol Honda CBR1000RR <b>+31.059s </b><br />13. <b>Leon Camier</b> GBR Aprilia Alitalia Racing RSV-4 <b>+31.721s </b><br />14. <b>Ayrton Badovini</b> ITA BMW Italia S1000RR <b>+36.389s </b><br />15. <b>Bryan Staring</b> AUS Pedercini Kawasaki ZX-10R <b>+36.470s </b><br /><br />16. <b>Ruben Xaus</b> ESP Castrol Honda CBR1000RR <b>+41.928s </b><br />17. <b>James Toseland</b> GBR BMW Italia S1000RR <b>+55.239s </b><br />18. <b>Josh Waters</b> AUS Yoshimura Suzuki GSX-R1000 <b>+1min 00.312s </b><br />19. <b>Mark Aitchison</b> AUS Pedercini Kawasaki ZX-10R <b>+1min 00.316s </b><br />20. <b>Maxime Berger</b> FRA Supersonic Ducati 1098R <b>+1min 30.125s </b><br /><br /><b>Not Classified</b><br /><br />21. <b>Joan Lascorz</b> ESP Kawasaki Racing ZX-10R <b>13 laps completed</b><br />22. <b>Sylvain Guintoli</b> FRA Effenbert Liberty Ducati 1098R <b>6 laps completed</b><br /><br />SBK Race 2:<br /><br />1. <b>Carlos Checa</b> ESP Althea Ducati 1098R <b>34mins 15.041s</b><br />2. <b>Max Biaggi</b> ITA Aprilia Alitalia Racing RSV-4 <b>+1.188s </b><br />3. <b>Marco Melandri</b> ITA Yamaha <a href="http://www.crash.net/world_superbikes" class="embedLink">WSBK</a> YZF R1 <b>+1.406s </b><br />4. <b>Jonathan Rea</b> GBR Castrol Honda CBR1000RR <b>+10.563s </b><br />5. <b>Leon Haslam</b> GBR BMW Motorrad S1000RR <b>+10.885s </b><br />6. <b>Leon Camier</b> GBR Aprilia Alitalia Racing RSV-4 <b>+16.914s </b><br />7. <b>Noriyuki Haga</b> JPN PATA Aprilia RSV-4 <b>+17.558s </b><br />8. <b>Michel Fabrizio</b> ITA Suzuki Alstare GSX-R1000 <b>+17.679s </b><br />9. <b>Tom Sykes</b> GBR Kawasaki RTS ZX-10R <b>+18.070s </b><br />10. <b>Ruben Xaus</b> ESP Castrol Honda CBR1000RR <b>+19.053s </b><br />11. <b>Jakub Smrz</b> CZE Effenbert Liberty Ducati 1098R <b>+19.060s </b><br />12. <b>Roberto Rolfo</b> ITA Pedercini Kawasaki ZX-10R <b>+23.771s </b><br />13. <b>Josh Waters</b> AUS Yoshimura Suzuki GSX-R1000 <b>+23.956s </b><br />14. <b>James Toseland</b> GBR BMW Italia S1000RR <b>+28.713s </b><br />15. <b>Eugene Laverty</b> IRL Yamaha <a href="http://www.crash.net/world_superbikes" class="embedLink">WSBK</a> YZF R1 <b>+32.673s </b><br /><br />16. <b>Mark Aitchison</b> AUS Pedercini Kawasaki ZX-10R <b>+33.226s </b><br />17. <b>Bryan Staring</b> AUS Pedercini Kawasaki ZX-10R <b>+42.598s </b><br />18. <b>Maxime Berger</b> FRA Supersonic Ducati 1098R <b>+51.819s</b><br />19. <b>Troy Corser</b> AUS BMW Motorrad S1000RR <b>+55.738s</b><br /><br /><b>Not Classified</b><br /><br />20. <b>Joan Lascorz</b> ESP Kawasaki Racing ZX-10R <b>14 laps completed</b><br />21. <b>Ayrton Badovini</b> ITA BMW Italia S1000RR <b>0 laps completed</b><br /><br /><b>Did Not Start</b><br /><br /><b>Sylvain Guintoli</b> FRA Effenbert Liberty Ducati 1098RUnknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3080430647437177707.post-51747930940231438062011-01-03T10:45:00.000-08:002011-01-03T10:51:11.437-08:00Chris Vermeulen Anxious to Return to WSBKThere was a lot of hype around the entry of former MotoGP star Chris Vermuelen (not to mention the even more ill-fated Hopkins) which failed to climax due to a serious knee injury not long after his debut. Vermeulen says that it's up to Kawasaki to decide when/if he returns to the series and team, but hopes to be back by Sepang. The Australian recently rode a motorcycle for the first time since his injury:<br /><br /><span style="font-size: 10pt;">"I had my first ride on a motorbike today, on a little flat track circuit at my house, which has got a few left and right corners around it. Not motocross or anything like that, just a flat dirt track. I was pretty steady but it was good to get back on a bike. I only rode for about 20 minutes but I hope to ride every couple of days from now on. It wasn't actually that weird a feeling, but that was the first time I had ridden any motorbike since the Brno WSBK round."</span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3080430647437177707.post-87107437484290052302010-09-30T15:43:00.000-07:002010-09-30T15:46:45.600-07:002011 Kawasaki ZX-10R photos<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyZUbKi_bzVfI9x027iG1XiDADWIiMxufWxp7ynth5yFyShpZ5t7b8dUb7jpe1BnCx2kpWeMCiftHRSM_DjlC-4msdgTQrRTblfJCnn5ME9vKIFFm5a88LElZoZ1gyh-V1ZYvpRee-gO-g/s1600/5036086555_b07cda0c5d.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 222px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyZUbKi_bzVfI9x027iG1XiDADWIiMxufWxp7ynth5yFyShpZ5t7b8dUb7jpe1BnCx2kpWeMCiftHRSM_DjlC-4msdgTQrRTblfJCnn5ME9vKIFFm5a88LElZoZ1gyh-V1ZYvpRee-gO-g/s320/5036086555_b07cda0c5d.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5522841581629500466" border="0" /></a><br />2011 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R revealed...Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3080430647437177707.post-71269049581921562332010-05-10T15:17:00.000-07:002010-05-10T15:18:13.117-07:00World Superbike Monza 2010 Highlight VideosWorld Superbike Monza 2010 Highlight Videos. Superbike races 1 and 2 + Supersport.<br /><br /><object width="480" height="385"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/tqkrYjNLB7M&hl=en_US&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/tqkrYjNLB7M&hl=en_US&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="480" height="385"></embed></object><br /><br /><object width="480" height="385"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/wu3DG0hMgpU&hl=en_US&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/wu3DG0hMgpU&hl=en_US&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="480" height="385"></embed></object><br /><br /><object width="480" height="385"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/-wTruD11OTM&hl=en_US&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/-wTruD11OTM&hl=en_US&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="480" height="385"></embed></object>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3080430647437177707.post-14305397901550401622010-04-26T10:01:00.000-07:002010-04-26T10:12:53.887-07:00BMW S1000RR: More stock Horsepower than a HayabusaI caught these graphs online and was very surprised. Hopefully Chip at KWS Motorsports in SC won't mind me giving his shop a little free advertising, but if he does I'll be happy to take them down. Either way, the S1000RR topped both the GSX1000R and Hayabusa in stock horsepower. It put down 196.4 ponies, which is the first bike I've seen bordering the monumental "200 HP stock". that's compared to much bigger, heavier, higher-displacement Hayabusa's 183.9.<br /><br />German engineering has legitimately entered the sportbike world.<br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">As always, click images to see full versions.</span><br /><br />S1000RR vs GSX1000R<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://img697.imageshack.us/img697/3452/bmwvbusa.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 945px; height: 756px;" src="http://img697.imageshack.us/img697/3452/bmwvbusa.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br />S100RR vs Hayabusa<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://img186.imageshack.us/img186/6886/bmwv1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 945px; height: 756px;" src="http://img186.imageshack.us/img186/6886/bmwv1.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3080430647437177707.post-67754997897376635862010-04-26T09:56:00.000-07:002011-01-03T10:59:24.863-08:00WSBK: World Superbike from Asen 2010 Highlight VideosSBK Video Press Releases<br /><br />WSBK Asen 2010 Superbike Race 1 Highlights:<br /><br /><object width="480" height="385"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/17Q9mMBPUr4&hl=en_US&fs=1&"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/17Q9mMBPUr4&hl=en_US&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="480" height="385"></embed></object><br /><br />WSBK Asen 2010 Superbike Race 2 Highlights:<br /><br /><object width="480" height="385"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/wpj9TVrMmOk&hl=en_US&fs=1&"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/wpj9TVrMmOk&hl=en_US&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="480" height="385"></embed></object><br /><br />WSBK Asen 2010 Supersport Highlights:<br /><br /><object width="480" height="385"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/CZy_eDOJpPU&hl=en_US&fs=1&"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/CZy_eDOJpPU&hl=en_US&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="480" height="385"></embed></object>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3080430647437177707.post-9580008127629238872010-02-28T19:25:00.000-08:002010-02-28T19:34:48.149-08:00WSBK: World Superbike 2010 Philip Island Highlight VideosSuperbike Race 1 Highlights:<br /><br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/yY-BpusJf44&hl=en_US&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/yY-BpusJf44&hl=en_US&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object><br /><br />Superbike Race 2 Highlights:<br /><br /><object height="344" width="425"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/rtZddDoheiE&hl=en_US&fs=1"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/rtZddDoheiE&hl=en_US&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" height="344" width="425"></embed></object><br /><br />Supersport Highlights:<br /><br /><object height="344" width="425"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/d1dkYizk7ps&hl=en_US&fs=1"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/d1dkYizk7ps&hl=en_US&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" height="344" width="425"></embed></object>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3080430647437177707.post-11270396130969844192010-02-28T19:05:00.000-08:002010-02-28T19:22:34.957-08:002010 World Superbike Season Begins With Closest WSBK Finish Ever<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH7msSnFf5GOZvDr6TwXGH3mHhRPEI20nJ0gY6xzKKaWKAB161OJmbGYsusUH_f6-ISajhphWzBqvVwcUqcei7-J2cYdz1BOsUqKQ4Ecqqzk26YSr0lvMnnlhssfk7IIEMo0etnZI34Qt-/s1600-h/300x209-images-stories-news-haslam_fabrizio_news.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 209px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH7msSnFf5GOZvDr6TwXGH3mHhRPEI20nJ0gY6xzKKaWKAB161OJmbGYsusUH_f6-ISajhphWzBqvVwcUqcei7-J2cYdz1BOsUqKQ4Ecqqzk26YSr0lvMnnlhssfk7IIEMo0etnZI34Qt-/s320/300x209-images-stories-news-haslam_fabrizio_news.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5443498780370917666" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">0.004 seconds</span><br /><br />That's the span which ultimately separated Suzuki's Leon Haslam and Ducati's Michel Fabrizio at the end of Sunday's WSBK season opener at Philip Island. Race 1 was so close that Michel was presumed winner during the cool-down lap. Upon further review, Haslam was handed his first-ever World Superbike victory. After a valiant chase, the race came down to a full-throttle, full-tuck drag race.<br /><br />Austrlian fans also witnessed MotoGP veteran and former factory Honda man Carlos Checa heroically piloting his privateer Althea Ducati to a race 2 victory, making a spectacular final-moments pass on race one's winner, Haslam.<br /><br />It was a tough day for some other Moto GP converts, including ex-Rizla Suzuki pilot Chris Vermuelen and former WSBK champion James Toseland, both of whom were forced to retire.<br /><br />In the supersport class, Laverty made a profound statement early in the season with a dominant win at the Philip Island circuit.<br /><br />Full Results:<br /><br />Superbike Race 1:<br /><br /><span style="font-size: 10pt;">1 91 Haslam L. (GBR) Suzuki GSX-R1000 34'13.435 (171,442 kph)<br />2 84 Fabrizio M. (ITA) Ducati 1098R 0.004<br />3 41 Haga N. (JPN) Ducati 1098R 0.769<br />4 65 Rea J. (GBR) Honda CBR1000RR 10.201<br />5 3 Biaggi M. (ITA) Aprilia RSV4 1000 F. 10.782<br />6 50 Guintoli S. (FRA) Suzuki GSX-R1000 11.079<br />7 7 Checa C. (ESP) Ducati 1098R 11.208<br />8 96 Smrz J. (CZE) Ducati 1098R 16.522<br />9 11 Corser T. (AUS) BMW S1000 RR 20.291<br />10 57 Lanzi L. (ITA) Ducati 1098R 26.352<br />11 2 Camier L. (GBR) Aprilia RSV4 1000 F. 29.775<br />12 76 Neukirchner M. (GER) Honda CBR1000RR 30.155<br />13 66 Sykes T. (GBR) Kawasaki ZX 10R 31.951<br />14 67 Byrne S. (GBR) Ducati 1098R 31.957<br />15 88 Pitt A. (AUS) BMW S1000 RR 55.082<br />16 31 Iannuzzo V. (ITA) Honda CBR1000RR 1'10.932<br />17 15 Baiocco M. (ITA) Kawasaki ZX 10R 1'11.237<br />18 95 Hayden R. (USA) Kawasaki ZX 10R 1'17.357<br />19 25 Brookes J. (AUS) Honda CBR1000RR <br />RET 35 Crutchlow C. (GBR) Yamaha YZF R1 <br />RET 77 Vermeulen C. (AUS) Kawasaki ZX 10R <br />RET 52 Toseland J. (GBR) Yamaha YZF R1 </span><br /><br />Superbike Race 2:<br /><br /><span style="font-size: 10pt;">1 7 Checa C. (ESP) Ducati 1098R 34'16.428 (171,192 kph)<br />2 91 Haslam L. (GBR) Suzuki GSX-R1000 0.307<br />3 84 Fabrizio M. (ITA) Ducati 1098R 0.434<br />4 50 Guintoli S. (FRA) Suzuki GSX-R1000 0.837<br />5 41 Haga N. (JPN) Ducati 1098R 3.453<br />6 65 Rea J. (GBR) Honda CBR1000RR 11.530<br />7 11 Corser T. (AUS) BMW S1000 RR 12.026<br />8 3 Biaggi M. (ITA) Aprilia RSV4 1000 F. 13.068<br />9 35 Crutchlow C. (GBR) Yamaha YZF R1 14.401<br />10 52 Toseland J. (GBR) Yamaha YZF R1 14.707<br />11 2 Camier L. (GBR) Aprilia RSV4 1000 F. 14.743<br />12 67 Byrne S. (GBR) Ducati 1098R 14.851<br />13 57 Lanzi L. (ITA) Ducati 1098R 15.143<br />14 25 Brookes J. (AUS) Honda CBR1000RR 30.947<br />15 88 Pitt A. (AUS) BMW S1000 RR 41.855<br />16 76 Neukirchner M. (GER) Honda CBR1000RR 48.844<br />17 31 Iannuzzo V. (ITA) Honda CBR1000RR 1'06.866<br />18 95 Hayden R. (USA) Kawasaki ZX 10R 1'07.751<br />RET 15 Baiocco M. (ITA) Kawasaki ZX 10R <br />RET 66 Sykes T. (GBR) Kawasaki ZX 10R <br />RET 77 Vermeulen C. (AUS) Kawasaki ZX 10R <br />RET 96 Smrz J. (CZE) Ducati 1098R</span><br /><br />Supersport:<br /><br /><span style="font-size: 10pt;">1 50 Laverty E. (IRL) Honda CBR600RR 33'37.836 (166,536 kph)<br />2 26 Lascorz J. (ESP) Kawasaki ZX-6R 4.359<br />3 54 Sofuoglu K. (TUR) Honda CBR600RR 4.500<br />4 25 Salom D. (ESP) Triumph Daytona 675 11.779<br />5 99 Foret F. (FRA) Kawasaki ZX-6R 17.266<br />6 55 Roccoli M. (ITA) Honda CBR600RR 25.034<br />7 127 Harms R. (DEN) Honda CBR600RR 27.834<br />8 40 DiSalvo J. (USA) Triumph Daytona 675 30.102<br />9 117 Praia M. (POR) Honda CBR600RR 31.931<br />10 4 Rea G. (GBR) Honda CBR600RR 31.991<br />11 37 Fujiwara K. (JPN) Kawasaki ZX-6R 40.552<br />12 7 Davies C. (GBR) Triumph Daytona 675 40.556<br />13 16 Charpentier S. (FRA) Triumph Daytona 675 1'28.553<br />14 33 Cazzola P. (ITA) Honda CBR600RR <br />15 9 Dell'Omo D. (ITA) Honda CBR600RR <br />RET 51 Pirro M. (ITA) Honda CBR600RR <br />RET 5 Lundh A. (SWE) Honda CBR600RR </span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3080430647437177707.post-78209262838729410812009-12-10T02:53:00.000-08:002009-12-10T02:56:32.975-08:00Ben Spies 2009 World Superbike ChampionGood luck next year in MotoGP on the Tech 3 Yamaha team<br /><br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/KHQvXF0hsSo&hl=en_US&fs=1"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/KHQvXF0hsSo&hl=en_US&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="425" height="344" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed></object>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3080430647437177707.post-64241706685372373812009-07-16T16:32:00.000-07:002009-07-16T16:51:35.427-07:00Buell 1125RR to Race in AMA/DMG Superbike ClassBuell Press Release:<br /><br />"(July 15) Buell Motorcycle Company today introduced the 1125RR, a race-use only motorcycle intended for competition in the AMA Pro Racing American Superbike class.<br /><br />"The 1125RR is designed to give privateer racers a turn-key machine to compete in the American Superbike class in AMA Pro Racing. We want to build on our program that has proven so successful for privateers in the Daytona SportBike class," said Erik Buell, Chairman and Chief Technical Officer, Buell Motorcycle Company.<br /><br />The Buell 1125RR features a modified Helicon 1125cc (103mm bore x 67.5mm stroke) liquid-cooled 72-degree V-Twin engine. Power increases come from components including a larger airbox and intake manifold, revised valves and camshafts, a higher compression ratio, titanium exhaust system and other weight-reduced components.<br /><br />The 1125RR chassis is the standard 1125R design with fuel-in-the-frame, plus a billet axle adjustment system and chain-drive to allow gearing changes. Suspension travel is managed by fully adjustable units, with a Showa 43mm front fork and a remote-reservoir rear shock. A ZTL2 (Zero Torsional Load) eight-piston front caliper is mated with a modified front rotor."<br /><br />_____<br />END<br /><br /><br /><br />The presence of Buell and the role DMG sees Buell playing in their series can't be disputed. I have Buell coming out of my ears, even as someone who is disinterested in the AMA (hence the general lack of published AMA results on this blog). From the Sportbike class controversy to the new Buell "pacebike", to this, Buell is not going away any time soon. <br /><br />Is the 1125rr a bad thing? It's almost definitely a hypocritical thing: It was only months ago that Mat Mladin was 'busted' for an illegal crankshaft; a part required to be within AMA homogenization specifications. The Buell 1125rr will come out-of-the-box with "custom" parts which would normally be subject to similar homogenization, such as the camshaft.<br /><br />Yet, is it bad for the sport? It depends. Would the podium ability of the "rr" mean the gradual end of the presence of the "stock" 1125r in the Sportbike class?<br /><br />Even the most casual motorcycle racing fan knows what cubic centimeters and pistons are. It's been asked for a long time why a modern, liquid-cooled v-twin machine pushing a dozen hundred cc is racing 600cc inline-fours half its size rather than Ducati 1098 Superbikes. The valves, camshaft, and other hypocritical details on the "rr" will not be nearly as blatant an unfair advantage to the spectators. That may be a step in the right direction.<br /><br />For that I say: Let Buell sidestep homogenization requirements for the remainder of this season. It's a small price to pay if we can divert Buell's invasion of US roadracing from the Sportbike class into the Superbike class, where sadly I doubt cams, valves, and other tidbits will give a bike which previously raced 600s the extra 400-600 cubes of power to compete with the bikes of Mladin, Pegram, and co., not to mention the chassis.<br /><br />To Buell: It's great that you're supporting roadracing to a dramatically increased degree, but how about next time around you just design a quality, purpose-built sportbike from the get-go? I doubt Ducati would maintain the amount of racing prestige it currently enjoys by racing bikes with 3000cc engines. Sure, the racing could be close: That 3000cc bike may have the worst handling on the market and match up perfectly with the laptimes of an R1 at Monza, but does anyone <span style="font-weight:bold;">care</span>?Unknownnoreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3080430647437177707.post-87641709666313573912009-07-16T16:27:00.000-07:002009-07-16T16:31:45.548-07:00Rea Fastest at Imola WSBK testing, Spies 3rd, Neukirchner Injured AGAIN!<a href="http://www.worldsbk.com/en/news/late...ed-again-.html WorldSBK.com"></a><br /><br /> "Max Neukirchner, back on his Alstare Suzuki for the first time since the Monza incident, high-sided at the Tamburello ninety minutes into the morning session. He was stretchered to the medical centre but a further X-ray scan at Imola hospital revealed a D12 dorsal vertebra fracture in his lower back as well as three minor cracks in the right L1, L2 and L3 lumbar vertebrae. Neukirchner will return to Germany and must remain at total rest in a plaster cast for 30 days."<br />Superbike:<br /><br />1 65 Rea J. (GBR) Honda CBR1000RR 1'48.670<br />2 84 Fabrizio M. (ITA) Ducati 1098R 1'48.847<br />3 19 Spies B. (USA) Yamaha YZF R1 1'49.262<br />4 57 Lanzi L. (ITA) Ducati 1098R 1'49.309<br />5 66 Sykes T. (GBR) Yamaha YZF R1 1'49.422<br />6 121 Hopkins J. (USA) Honda CBR1000RR 1'49.443<br />7 111 Xaus R. (ESP) BMW S1000 RR 1'49.467<br />8 91 Haslam L. (GBR) Honda CBR1000RR 1'49.555<br />9 67 Byrne S. (GBR) Ducati 1098R 1'49.577<br />10 56 Nakano S. (JPN) Aprilia RSV4 Factory 1'49.645<br />11 7 Checa C. (ESP) Honda CBR1000RR 1'49.736<br />12 9 Kiyonari R. (JPN) Honda CBR1000RR 1'50.226<br />13 14 Lagrive M. (FRA) Honda CBR1000RR 1'50.265<br />14 3 Biaggi M. (ITA) Aprilia RSV4 Factory 1'50.310<br />15 100 Tamada M. (JPN) Kawasaki ZX 10R 1'50.414<br />16 10 Nieto F. (ESP) Ducati 1098R 1'50.423<br />17 11 Corser T. (AUS) BMW S1000 RR 1'50.486<br />18 71 Kagayama Y. (JPN) Suzuki GSX-R 1000 K9 1'50.518<br />19 23 Parkes B. (AUS) Kawasaki ZX 10R 1'50.583<br />20 53 Polita A. (ITA) Suzuki GSX-R 1000 K9 1'50.743<br />21 76 Neukirchner M. (GER) Suzuki GSX-R 1000 K9 1'51.077<br />22 77 Iannuzzo V. (ITA) Honda CBR1000RR 1'52.547<br /><br />Supersport:<br /><br />1 54 Sofuoglu K. (TUR) Honda CBR600RR 1'51.552<br />2 35 Crutchlow C. (GBR) Yamaha YZF R6 1'51.705<br />3 50 Laverty E. (IRL) Honda CBR600RR 1'51.890<br />4 99 Foret F. (FRA) Yamaha YZF R6 1'52.531<br />5 24 McCoy G. (AUS) Triumph Daytona 675 1'53.152<br />6 1 Pitt A. (AUS) Honda CBR600RR 1'53.612<br />7 69 Nannelli G. (ITA) Triumph Daytona 675 1'53.767<br />8 117 Praia M. (POR) Honda CBR600RR 1'53.803<br />9 13 West A. (AUS) Honda CBR600RR 1'53.931<br />10 8 Aitchison M. (AUS) Honda CBR600RR 1'53.963<br />11 15 O'Halloran J. (AUS) Honda CBR600RR 1'54.316<br />12 16 Lowes S. (GBR) Honda CBR600RR 1'54.331<br />13 9 Dell'Omo D. (ITA) Honda CBR600RR 1'54.346<br />14 105 Vizziello G. (ITA) Honda CBR600RR 1'54.778<br />15 132 Morais S. (RSA) Triumph Daytona 675 1'54.882<br />16 25 Laverty M. (IRL) Honda CBR600RR 1'55.502Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3080430647437177707.post-75210952929298542682009-07-09T00:27:00.000-07:002009-07-09T00:28:31.439-07:00A Day at the Office with Team Yamaha (MotoGP)<object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/d6KuGYF55p4&rel=0&color1=0xb1b1b1&color2=0xcfcfcf&hl=en&feature=player_embedded&fs=1"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/d6KuGYF55p4&rel=0&color1=0xb1b1b1&color2=0xcfcfcf&hl=en&feature=player_embedded&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowfullscreen="true" allowScriptAccess="always" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3080430647437177707.post-31405116719344561502009-07-07T21:45:00.000-07:002009-07-07T21:48:04.222-07:00AMA Results from 2009 Laguna Seca RoundSupersport:<br /><br />1 Ben Bostrom Yamaha Yamaha YZF-R6<br />2 Chaz Davies Factory Aprilia Millennium Technologies Team Aprilia RSV<br />3 Josh Herrin Team Graves Yamaha Yamaha YZF-R6<br />4 Tommy Aquino Team Graves Yamaha Yamaha YZF-R6<br />5 Robertino Pietri Team E.S.P. Yamaha Yamaha YZF-R6<br />6 Steve Rapp Bazzaz / Pat Clark Motorsports Yamaha YZF-R6<br />7 Chris Peris Erion Racing Honda CBR600RR<br />8 Danny Eslick Daytona Racing/RMR Buell Buell 1125R<br />9 Jamie Hacking Monster Energy Attack Kawasaki Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R<br />10 Bobby Fong <br />11 Michael Barnes GEICO Powersports Buell 1125R<br />12 Michael Beck Team Beck Racing Yamaha YZF-R6<br />13 Shawn Higbee Higbee-Racing.com Buell 1125R<br /><br />Cardenas and Di Salvo: DNF/Crash<br /><br />Superbike:<br /><br />1 Mat Mladin Rockstar/Makita/Suzuki Suzuki GSX-R1000<br />2 Blake Young Rockstar/Makita/Suzuki Suzuki GSX-R1000<br />3 Aaron Yates Jordan Suzuki Brand Suzuki GSX-R1000<br />4 Joshua Hayes Yamaha Motor Corp Yamaha R1<br />5 Ben Bostrom Yamaha Motor Corp Yamaha R1<br />6 Neil Hodgson Corona Extra Honda Honda CBR1000RR<br />7 Jake Holden Holden Racing Honda CBR1000RR<br />8 Tommy Hayden Rockstar/Makita/Suzuki Suzuki GSX-R1000<br />9 Geoff May National Guard Jordan Suzuki Suzuki GSX-R1000<br />10 Larry Pegram Pegram Racing Ducati 1098R<br />11 Taylor Knapp Taylor Knapp Racing Suzuki GSX-R1000<br />12 Chris Ulrich Roadracingworld.com Suzuki GSX-R1000<br />13 Hawk Mazotta <br />14 Aaron Gobert AGR Inc. Honda CBR1000RR<br /><br />Major confusion throughout the race - pace cars sitting on track, multiple jump starts, red flags, restarts, re-restarts... not a good show from DMGUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3080430647437177707.post-22842721144539401112009-07-07T21:43:00.001-07:002009-07-07T21:43:53.412-07:00USGP: MotoGP from Laguna Seca 2009 Results1 Dani Pedrosa Repsol Honda Honda<br />2 Valentino Rossi Fiat Yamaha Yamaha<br />3 Jorge Lorenzo Fiat Yamaha Yamaha<br />4 Casey Stoner Ducati Marlboro Ducati<br />5 Nicky Hayden Ducati Marlboro Ducati<br />6 Tony Elias San Carlo Honda Gresini Honda<br />7 Colin Edwards II Tech 3 Yamaha Yamaha<br />8 Chris Vermeulen Rizla Suzuki Suzuki<br />9 Randy De Puniet LCR Honda Honda<br />10 Marco Melandri Hayate Racing Kawasaki<br />11 Alex De Angelis San Carlo Honda Gresini Honda<br />12 Niccolo Canepa Pramac Racing Ducati<br />13 Andrea Dovizioso Repsol Honda Honda<br />14 Sete Gibernau Grupo Fransisco Hernando Ducati<br />15 Loris Capirossi Rizla Suzuki Suzuki<br />16 Gabor Talmacsi Scot Racing Honda<br />17 James Toseland Tech 3 Yamaha YamahaUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3080430647437177707.post-15341467440239608412009-07-07T21:38:00.000-07:002009-07-07T21:42:40.105-07:00World Superbike 2009: Donington Highlight VidsSuperbike Race 1<br /><br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/MCBHtA8yfu4&hl=en&fs=1"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/MCBHtA8yfu4&hl=en&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object><br /><br />Superbike Race 2<br /><br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/WGUVH-ZvHIk&hl=en&fs=1&"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/WGUVH-ZvHIk&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object><br /><br />Supersport<br /><br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/cwtKT5kfgxI&hl=en&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/cwtKT5kfgxI&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object><br /><br />The Triumph 675 Daytona makes podium!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3080430647437177707.post-68418389065549585102009-06-05T11:14:00.000-07:002009-06-05T11:17:22.556-07:00WSBK: Monza and Kyalami 2009 HighlightsMonza, Race 1:<br /><br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/f2lDv60uOv4&hl=en&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/f2lDv60uOv4&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object><br /><br />Monza, Race 2:<br /><br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/n_8UOf03QE8&hl=en&fs=1"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/n_8UOf03QE8&hl=en&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object><br /><br />Kyalami, Race 1:<br /><br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/d2VJt9-X7Wo&hl=en&fs=1"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/d2VJt9-X7Wo&hl=en&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object><br /><br />Kyalami, Race 2:<br /><br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/Amg8SISrH1A&hl=en&fs=1"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/Amg8SISrH1A&hl=en&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3080430647437177707.post-14724998140742992272009-06-05T10:37:00.001-07:002009-06-05T11:11:51.309-07:00The 2009 1000cc/Literbike Shootouts: Who Won?<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjedrNL3N7k0TFal2dNWuS7rYp58gByHyN-9FTidB5o8QBfVyq4camm9daW8zqiP8CMWVJ-i1IPc0iWZDcxQ_PE_lP21OZ9iiVKN45soeQx5tyW3UaqiRYTL08FZVB1yB7GgO8CDGYn4x5w/s1600-h/2004-master-sbk-001_g.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 217px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjedrNL3N7k0TFal2dNWuS7rYp58gByHyN-9FTidB5o8QBfVyq4camm9daW8zqiP8CMWVJ-i1IPc0iWZDcxQ_PE_lP21OZ9iiVKN45soeQx5tyW3UaqiRYTL08FZVB1yB7GgO8CDGYn4x5w/s320/2004-master-sbk-001_g.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5343907674167458562" border="0" /></a><br />Earlier this year we posted a preview of the 2009 lineup of 1000 - 1200cc sportbikes and superbikes, and the time has rolled around again where most of the major websites and magazines have put (some of) these machines head to head.<br /><br />Unfortunately, probably due to availability or objections from the Japanese factories, bikes like the KTM rc8, Aprilia rsv4 and BMW S1000RR (which still isn't widely available for "first rides" at the time I'm writing this) are absent in most. The Ducati 1198 and 1198s were also sidelined from several.<br /><br />MCN was somewhat of an outlier this year, ranking the Yamaha ahead of all other machines in it's class - even the RSV4. However it's overall "sportbike of the year" was the spectacular Triumph 675.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/9/3440/Motorcycle-Article/2009-Superbike-Smackdown-VI-Track.aspx">Motorcycle USA</a> (which included the 1198 in their shootout) chose the Honda CBR1000RR as their #1 pick on the track with the new R1 rolling in at dead last with the slowest average lap time and a "disappointing" motor.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/">Roadracing World</a> magazine (did not include the 1198) came to a simular conclusion, ranking the Honda first and Yamaha last of this years bikes. However where Motorcycle USA ranked the Suzuki in 2nd place, Roadracing World chose the Kawasaki ZX10R as this year's runner-up.<br /><br />Motorcycle.com (which included the 1198 in a cheesy "side shootout" due to Japanese objections to it being directly compared to their offerings) also chose the Honda and ranked the Yamaha last, noting that with the right setup the Ducati would "leave them crying".<br /><br />My personal favorite test (even though I can't read Spanish), the <a href="http://www.motociclismo.es/Noticias/aprilia-kawasaki-ktm-honda-ducati-kw-ficha.jsp%3Fid%3D7177">Masterbike</a> test, which is a collaboration between Spanish moto mag Motociclismo and several other contributors (and usually has the widest variety of tested machines due to it's prestiege and handy location), chose the RSV4 as it's 2009 champion. This was over the likes of the KTM RC8, Ducati 1198, the "big four" Japanese machines, and the aging former champion due for a replacement, the MV Agusta F4.<br /><br />While the Honda seems to be the overall preference in the literbike class (with exotics like the Aprilia and Ducati surpassing it in some areas, especially price), the supersport/600cc class is a bit more hotly disputed. The new Kawasaki zx6r has pulled off several major shootout wins, but you'll find many editors picking the CBR600RR as their "personal choice" due to the aftermarket appeal. MCN chose the Triumph 675 (which has been the reigning Masterbike supersport champion for multiple years now).Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3080430647437177707.post-86009785918836776382009-05-31T16:50:00.000-07:002009-05-31T16:52:12.498-07:00WSBK: 2009 World Superbike Results from Miller Motorsports Park, Utah<span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica;">Race 1:<br /><br />1 19 Spies B. (USA) Yamaha YZF R1 38'30.945 (160,527 kph)<br />2 7 Checa C. (ESP) Honda CBR1000RR 9.394<br />3 84 Fabrizio M. (ITA) Ducati 1098R 12.742<br />4 9 Kiyonari R. (JPN) Honda CBR1000RR 14.276<br />5 65 Rea J. (GBR) Honda CBR1000RR 14.915<br />6 3 Biaggi M. (ITA) Aprilia RSV4 Factory 15.461<br />7 2 Hacking J. (USA) Kawasaki ZX 10R 22.901<br />8 96 Smrz J. (CZE) Ducati 1098R 25.425<br />9 41 Haga N. (JPN) Ducati 1098R 25.870<br />10 91 Haslam L. (GBR) Honda CBR1000RR 26.093<br />11 67 Byrne S. (GBR) Ducati 1098R 26.181<br />12 71 Kagayama Y. (JPN) Suzuki GSX-R 1000 K9 29.275<br />13 66 Sykes T. (GBR) Yamaha YZF R1 38.365<br />14 36 Lavilla G. (ESP) Ducati 1098R 39.454<br />15 11 Corser T. (AUS) BMW S1000 RR 39.513<br />16 10 Nieto F. (ESP) Suzuki GSX-R 1000 K9 48.889<br />17 57 Lanzi L. (ITA) Ducati 1098R 50.747<br />18 98 Zemke J. (USA) Honda CBR1000RR 51.446<br />19 99 Scassa L. (ITA) Kawasaki ZX 10R 54.472<br />20 25 Salom D. (ESP) Kawasaki ZX 10R 58.525<br />21 111 Xaus R. (ESP) BMW S1000 RR 1'07.572<br />22 64 Nigon E. (FRA) Yamaha YZF R1 1'18.092<br />RET 23 Parkes B. (AUS) Kawasaki ZX 10R <br />RET 56 Nakano S. (JPN) Aprilia RSV4 Factory <br />RET 31 Muggeridge K. (AUS) Suzuki GSX-R 1000 K9 <br /><br />Race 2:<br /><br /></span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">1 19 Spies B. (USA) Yamaha YZF R1 38'25.391 (160,914 kph)<br />2 84 Fabrizio M. (ITA) Ducati 1098R 9.080<br />3 65 Rea J. (GBR) Honda CBR1000RR 14.357<br />4 3 Biaggi M. (ITA) Aprilia RSV4 Factory 15.636<br />5 9 Kiyonari R. (JPN) Honda CBR1000RR 17.156<br />6 96 Smrz J. (CZE) Ducati 1098R 17.546<br />7 56 Nakano S. (JPN) Aprilia RSV4 Factory 19.659<br />8 41 Haga N. (JPN) Ducati 1098R 23.455<br />9 66 Sykes T. (GBR) Yamaha YZF R1 30.489<br />10 67 Byrne S. (GBR) Ducati 1098R 31.775<br />11 23 Parkes B. (AUS) Kawasaki ZX 10R 33.246<br />12 71 Kagayama Y. (JPN) Suzuki GSX-R 1000 K9 36.758<br />13 10 Nieto F. (ESP) Suzuki GSX-R 1000 K9 36.887<br />14 57 Lanzi L. (ITA) Ducati 1098R 37.290<br />15 98 Zemke J. (USA) Honda CBR1000RR 42.639<br />16 111 Xaus R. (ESP) BMW S1000 RR 42.777<br />17 11 Corser T. (AUS) BMW S1000 RR 45.596<br />18 25 Salom D. (ESP) Kawasaki ZX 10R 1'09.237<br />19 2 Hacking J. (USA) Kawasaki ZX 10R 1'26.703<br />RET 91 Haslam L. (GBR) Honda CBR1000RR <br />RET 36 Lavilla G. (ESP) Ducati 1098R <br />RET 64 Nigon E. (FRA) Yamaha YZF R1 <br />RET 7 Checa C. (ESP) Honda CBR1000RR <br />RET 99 Scassa L. (ITA) Kawasaki ZX 10R </span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3080430647437177707.post-81064193322149681032009-05-10T18:17:00.000-07:002009-05-10T18:21:33.146-07:00The S1000RR... How it Should Have LookedThe real deal:<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_-n6ndYVkGd_r28szSCOxEpqcxO899X9DTljBdDo8Ymg20MyEQYso9tnXCk1CHed1nQTVzuFy6OFyYgRrPlo_cVea8w0Y16MOXTvcwetuR1dnsuyT9oTSpuY1z4-ulhxfP5UuyOzGCg8D/s1600-h/zbbbb.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_-n6ndYVkGd_r28szSCOxEpqcxO899X9DTljBdDo8Ymg20MyEQYso9tnXCk1CHed1nQTVzuFy6OFyYgRrPlo_cVea8w0Y16MOXTvcwetuR1dnsuyT9oTSpuY1z4-ulhxfP5UuyOzGCg8D/s320/zbbbb.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5334370110607425458" border="0" /></a><br />The dream:<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitchV3ryV__OPEtKQOPkHN17A8dN1uNP1Fl56chBENvhvufQ8dd1EsKSzU7IkOljJ5WifA6r84uRsGR4or48CayG3VzHiIutb4ulyCzjKa7wWIwalln7Tb0fbhVrij-f-RWXeqCq4Kr7gy/s1600-h/bmw_s_1000_rr_06.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitchV3ryV__OPEtKQOPkHN17A8dN1uNP1Fl56chBENvhvufQ8dd1EsKSzU7IkOljJ5WifA6r84uRsGR4or48CayG3VzHiIutb4ulyCzjKa7wWIwalln7Tb0fbhVrij-f-RWXeqCq4Kr7gy/s320/bmw_s_1000_rr_06.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5334370115323706722" border="0" /></a><br />What do you think?Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3080430647437177707.post-39644732128457629952009-05-10T17:52:00.000-07:002009-05-10T18:16:26.341-07:00New BMW S1000RR Roadbike Officially Revealed<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpAXzHRgDUXt9BpRkKNklWMg_X6CT2rw9aDKKNrG91gdD8ywv-K10fXFfijyoV-xHBroi7Fe-vLgTT_5UERA_hNCGHzoYJiNgcCh9Z8ChsKdogd28dmNA97-rW4jIQd2_weqOTRS39Aoe7/s1600-h/zbbbb.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpAXzHRgDUXt9BpRkKNklWMg_X6CT2rw9aDKKNrG91gdD8ywv-K10fXFfijyoV-xHBroi7Fe-vLgTT_5UERA_hNCGHzoYJiNgcCh9Z8ChsKdogd28dmNA97-rW4jIQd2_weqOTRS39Aoe7/s320/zbbbb.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5334368974171973218" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWNRG1WJ0moLL2Mz50wOAidFySXlyMYg3APMGJttKyt9xsdGovlkb8MfYpTFlTMSMlJlGdGee_TaAOEYXW5wL86ZUBgKp5-fJf1hXTEWrCkifrBcmU0KmRRqgGiXhZlyLDSxV2ankPNXyZ/s1600-h/bmw_s_1000_rr_21_opt.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWNRG1WJ0moLL2Mz50wOAidFySXlyMYg3APMGJttKyt9xsdGovlkb8MfYpTFlTMSMlJlGdGee_TaAOEYXW5wL86ZUBgKp5-fJf1hXTEWrCkifrBcmU0KmRRqgGiXhZlyLDSxV2ankPNXyZ/s320/bmw_s_1000_rr_21_opt.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5334367813835072210" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWGNO2KvsyTfG4EPHVrVPfnLXOmqC3nsovuKjkqlw_EejuWhohBcT0U94ZqxjoP83xmTh9wqMrLLFrEYO8w9a2EnNJ9e9ZbEHezzedARDVySdiiqxzuOvHKO3UClX8RsPCa7G6mrKfZHPc/s1600-h/bmw_s_1000_rr_08.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWGNO2KvsyTfG4EPHVrVPfnLXOmqC3nsovuKjkqlw_EejuWhohBcT0U94ZqxjoP83xmTh9wqMrLLFrEYO8w9a2EnNJ9e9ZbEHezzedARDVySdiiqxzuOvHKO3UClX8RsPCa7G6mrKfZHPc/s320/bmw_s_1000_rr_08.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5334367814735316322" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><span style="font-weight: bold;">PRESS RELEASE [BMW Motorrad]:</span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk_TBzA-cMIo3H2Tv-mYIQW-KEAUDsCY26chOPQHGFqKRK_kvw8k0lZC94qiWDTPjKFUv6KZ2sCmohDP48dNnz5UnXWnLPqIlUknzsOy8O775xPdZpag-m2Ktb8pbQM5G2KNlFmdaZZjsi/s1600-h/bmw_s_1000_rr_10.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk_TBzA-cMIo3H2Tv-mYIQW-KEAUDsCY26chOPQHGFqKRK_kvw8k0lZC94qiWDTPjKFUv6KZ2sCmohDP48dNnz5UnXWnLPqIlUknzsOy8O775xPdZpag-m2Ktb8pbQM5G2KNlFmdaZZjsi/s320/bmw_s_1000_rr_10.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5334366822633316178" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;">The New BMW S 1000 RR</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Overall Concept and Features.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Introducing the new BMW S 1000 RR on the legendary Monza Racing Circuit, BMW Motorrad is for the fi rst time launching an absolutely innovative supersports with a straight-four power unit.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">With this world debut, BMW Motorrad is indeed establishing a true milestone in the world of sports machines, combining engine output of 142 kW (193 hp) with overall weight of just 204 kg (450 lb) including fuel (183 kg/403.5 lb dry weight, 206.5 kg/455.3 lb overall with Race ABS).</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Specifications of this calibre make this supersports machine not only an absolute highlight in terms of its power-to-weight ratio and performance, but also, equipped with Race ABS and DTC Dynamic Traction Control, a new benchmark in terms of riding dynamics, safety and innovation.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">The decision to present this unique performer in Monza was by no means a coincidence. For since the beginning of this year Team BMW Motorrad Motorsport has been playing an active role in the World Superbike Championship, the new S 1000 RR setting the foundation for the production-based racing machines ridden by BMW Motorrad's two works riders Troy Corser and Ruben Xaus. And obviously the Royal Park in Monza is the ideal place for a presentation of this calibre.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">The Challenge for BMW Motorrad.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">To successfully enter the World Championship with a Superbike today, a manufacturer needs a production model with the right kind of overall concept consistently applied in all areas. The essential factors, therefore, are supreme power, a wide range of engine speed, fast revving capacity also over a long period, optimum chassis stiffness, and perfect set-up of the engine.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Other features absolutely essential more than ever particularly in the top league of supersports motorcycles are simple and straightforward rideability, lightfooted handling, and above all safety features such as rider assistance systems like ABS and traction control giving the customer precisely what he needs.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Developing the S 1000 RR, BMW Motorrad has entered completely new, unchartered terrain. Clearly, this meant a huge range of new challenges and responsibilities for the entire Development Team, but also gave the Team enormous motivation in seeking to set new standards.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">The specific targets in developing the S 1000 RR were therefore clear:</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">• To achieve output and performance of the highest standard.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">• To make the suspension absolutely stable, with top handling and supreme traction.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">• To give the new machine that unmistakable, dynamic design of BMW Motorrad.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">• To reduce the weight of the motorcycle to an absolute minimum.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">• To ensure top quality typical of BMW .</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Unique against the competition.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Over the years and decades, the principle of combining a straight-four power unit with an aluminium bridge frame has been consistently developed and has become the dominating technical concept particularly in the supersports segment. The reason, quite simply, is that a motorcycle of this kind offers significant benefits in terms of riding dynamics, long-distance endurance, and straightforward production.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Precisely this is why the new S 1000 RR also applies this concept with its proven fortes and advantages. But even while the S 1000 RR, in its concept teaming up a straight-four power unit and an aluminium bridge frame, may appear at first sight to have similarities with some competitors, the Development Team at BMW Motorrad has succeeded in enhancing the existing status of this concept in virtually every respect.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">As a result, the S 1000 RR offers not only a wide range of USPs in terms of technology, performance, and design, but also, through its particularly compact overall layout, clearly demonstrates the high school of European engineering in the supersports four-cylinder segment.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Maximum performance and riding dynamics.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">The consistent concept of the S 1000 RR supersports is borne out in particular by the truly fascinating, innovative high-performance technology and incomparable riding dynamics of this new machine. The result is an exceptional combination of supreme riding precision and agility, on the one hand, with unparalleled engine power and performance, on the other, providing an overall package truly unique in the market.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Never before has a BMW motorcycle been conceived and built more consistently for supersports riding in terms of its concept and overall construction. But at the same time the new S 1000 RR retains many of the virtues so typical of every BMW to this day: Extreme sportiness and riding dynamics combined with supreme everyday riding qualities, playful handling together with supreme riding stability, outstanding performance combined with unparalleled active safety, as well as dynamic, unmistakable design in conjunction with optimum ergonomics and aerodynamics.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Free choice of engine characteristics as well as Race ABS and DTC Dynamic Traction Control</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">The new S 1000 RR also excels through features and qualities typical of BMW such as a long running life, superior quality of production and optimum environmental compatibility thanks to the use of the most advanced exhaust management with two fully controlled three-way catalytic converters also able to fulfil future standards and requirements.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Active safety when braking is signifi cantly enhanced by Race ABS developed especially for the S 1000 RR as a genuine supersports and available as an option straight from the factory. A further most signifi cant feature likewise contributing to active safety of the highest standard is DTC Dynamic Traction Control also available as an option and masterminded electronically for supreme precision and practical value.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Facing various riding conditions such as wet roads ("Rain"), regular road conditions ("Sport"), a race track with supersport tyres ("Race"), or a race track with slicks ("Slick"), the rider also has the choice of various engine characteristics and set-ups available at the touch of a button. And last but not least, Race ABS and Dynamic Traction Control are combined with the respective riding modes and coordinated with one another to ensure a supreme standard of performance and safety all in one.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Valve drive like in a BMW Formula 1.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">The primary objective in developing the new S 1000 RR was to create a supersports with supreme engine power combined with optimum rideability for the highest conceivable standard of all-round performance.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">The water-cooled four-cylinder inline power unit chosen to provide these qualities is brand-new from the ground up, developing maximum output of 142 kW (193 hp) at 13,000 rpm and revving up to a maximum speed of 14,200 rpm. Maximum torque of 112 Nm (82.5 lb-ft), in turn, comes at 9,750 rpm.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Following the example of BMW 's Formula 1 engines, the two intake and exhaust valves per cylinder made of extra-light titanium are operated by very small and equally light single cam followers. In conjunction with the short sprocket driving the camshaft via an intermediate gear, this ensures supreme revving qualities at the highest speeds as well as exact maintenance of valve timing combined with very compact dimensions.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">The use of extremely small and light cam followers furthermore gives the engineer greater freedom in choosing the ideal valve lift curves and, accordingly, in selecting optimum performance characteristics on both road and track.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">All engine components are particularly compact and light, limiting weight of the overall engine without ancillaries to 59.8 kg (131.8 lb) and keeping the entire power unit very slim and slender.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Innovative exhaust system with interference pipe butterfl ies for optimum power and performance.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Made completely of stainless steel, the exhaust system featured by the S 1000 RR is designed consistently for optimum power and performance. It works according to the 4-in-2-in-1 principle with four individual manifolds of equal length fi rst merging into two pipes beneath the engine block and then extending into a large-volume pre-silencer. From there the exhaust emissions flow through a very short and dynamically designed rear-end silencer to the outside.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">A homogeneous power and torque curve ensuring optimum rideability is acknowledged as the requirement for sporting performance on the road and fast lap times on the track. Precisely this is why the exhaust system featured on the S 1000 RR comes with two fully controlled interference pipe butterflies housed in two connection pipes for the two outer and two inner manifolds, in the immediate vicinity of the exhaust ducts. As a function of various parameters such as engine speed and the position of the throttle butterfly, an adjuster opens or closes these flaps, allowing exhaust gas to flow freely between the two manifolds or, respectively, interrupting the flow of gas. This coordinates the sequence of oscillations in the exhaust gas mass flow, reducing exhaust gas counter-pressure at the decisive point (like on a racing muffler) and increasing the cylinder charge accordingly.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">This factor alone makes a signifi cant contribution to the very high standard of</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">homogenous overall performance offered by the S 1000 RR.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Lightest supersports with ABS.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">The new S 1000 RR offers the highest standard of technology also on its suspension and running gear. Weighing just 206.5 kg or 455.3 lb in road trim and with a full tank, BMW 's new supersports is by far the lightest machine of its calibre displacing 999 cc and featuring ABS brakes.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">One of the features that ensures this light weight is the aluminium bridge frame integrating the engine tilted to the front at an angle of 32° as a loadbearing element for optimum torsional stiffness on minimum weight. The front wheel runs on an upside-down fork with a fi xed tube measuring an ample 46 milli metres or 1.81" in diameter, while a torsionally stiff swing arm made of aluminium holds the rear wheel in position.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">The spring and damping action required is provided by a central spring strut pivoting on a guide lever.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">The rear frame section of the S 1000 RR is a welded light-alloy structure belted</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">to the mainframe, combining low weight with superior stability and a high standard of robust strength particularly important to riders and teams on the race track.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Putting the rider right in the centre.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">The rider's seating position leaning forward towards the front wheel for an active style of riding is simply ideal for the sporting rider with his particularly dynamic style.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Developing the S 1000 RR, BMW Motorrad has given particular attention to the superior ergonomics of the machine, providing ideal qualities for both small and tall riders and therefore focusing consistently on the rider's individual requirements. The tank section is as slender as on a 600-cc machine, giving the rider the assurance of excellent control and handling at all times.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">In the process of developing the S 1000 RR, BMW Motorrad focused not only on a lightweight structure, but also on minimum dimensions as an absolutely essential requirement. Cylinder bore of 80 millimetres or 3.15", for example, the largest bore in this segment, and the resulting width of the cylinder head, called for particularly attention on the part of the engineers in order to make the front silhouette of the S 1000 RR extremely slim and slender, on the one hand, while providing an efficient flow of cooling air, on the other.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Technical challenges of this kind as well as a development period of just four years made the S 1000 RR the ideal project for consistent, all-out use of CAD (Computer-Aided Design) technology as well as the most advanced calculation methods, for example for the machine's aerodynamics.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">As the bottom line, the S 1000 RR is the absolutely ideal motorcycle for the customers of BMW Motorrad looking for new, unprecedented standards and qualities in the supersports segment.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Overview of technical highlights:</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">• Best-in-class performance and supreme riding dynamics in the supersports segment.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">• Engine output 142 kW (193 hp) at 13,000 rpm, peak torque 112 Nm (82.5 lb-ft) at 9,750 rpm.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">• Weighing 206.5 kg (455.3lb) in road trim and with a full tank, this is the lightest supersports in the 1000-cc class with ABS.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">• Best power-to-weight ratio in this class of just 1.05 and, respectively, 1.06 kg</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">(2.31 and, respectively, 2.34 lb) per horsepower without/with Race ABS.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">• Optional Race ABS for outstanding brake performance and safety. Weight of the entire system just 2.5 kg (5.51 lb), while other systems of a similar kind weigh up to 10 kg.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">• Optional DTC Dynamic Traction Control in conjunction with Race ABS for optimum performance and maximum active safety when accelerating.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">• Only supersports machine with Race ABS and DTC Dynamic Traction Control.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">• Various riding modes available at the touch of a button for wet surfaces, regular road requirements, race tracks with sports tyres and race tracks with slicks.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">• All-round set-up, coordination and balance of Race ABS, DTC Dynamic Traction Control and engine management for all four riding modes.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">• High-speed, extra-sturdy valve drive with individual cam followers and titanium valves following the example of BMW 's Formula 1 engines.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">• Innovative exhaust system with a small and short rear-end muffl er, pre-silencer and electronically controlled interference pipe fl aps as well as a fully controlled exhaust gas manifold and two fully controlled three-way catalytic converters.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">• Optimum gas dosage combined with maximum functional reliability ensured by E-gas (ride-by-wire), incorporating two bowden cables</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">(opening and closing cable) leading to the throttle butterfl y adjuster.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">• Fulfilment of all environmental standards with the potential to meet future emission requirements ensured by two fully controlled catalytic converters and digital motor electronics.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">• Damper elements with a wide range of adjustment on the spring base, the inbound and rebound stroke, as well as the greatest damping reserves, particularly for racing.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">• New, clearly defi ned, simple and straightforward options to adjust the suspension and running gear.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">• Aluminium tank unique in this segment for further reduction of overall weight.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">• Supreme handling combined with best-in-class high speed and braking stability.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">• Multi-functional instrument cluster with racing features such as a laptimer. The rider is able to set all functions directly from the ends of the handlebar.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">• New generation of switches with optimised ergonomics.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">• Supreme aerodynamics and sporting ergonomics ideal for both the tall and short rider.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">• Optional HP Gearshift Assistant for shifting up without operating the clutch and without the slightest interruption of torque and pulling power.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">• Wide range of equipment, special features and options tailored to the S 1000 RR and naturally offering full BMW quality</span>.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3080430647437177707.post-61211074446481048972009-05-06T14:01:00.001-07:002009-05-06T14:01:24.109-07:00AMA Press ReleaseU.S. House hears testimony on measure to designate 24 million acres of public land as Wilderness<br /><br />PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) submitted comments today to the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Natural Resources arguing against a bill that would designate more than 24 million acres of public land in Western states as Wilderness or Wilderness Preservation System land.<br /><br />The hearing was held in the Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests and Public Lands of the Committee on Natural Resources. The legislation is H.R. 980, the Northern Rockies Ecosystem Protection Act.<br /><br />"This bill is especially disconcerting due to the fact that it's being proposed by a representative from a densely populated urban area, New York City," said AMA Vice President for Government Relations Ed Moreland. "In fact, it is being considered without the support of a single member of Congress who represents the affected districts. Shouldn't the people who live in these areas have some say in whether or not they should be banned from riding in them?<br /><br />"To keep OHV riders from being shut out of even more public land, we have to act immediately," Moreland said. "Concerned motorcyclists, ATV riders and others must let their lawmakers know that they enjoy motorized recreation, and that we have a right to do so responsibly on America's public lands."<br /><br />Moreland's written comments submitted to the U.S. House included the following statement: "Our public lands are for the enjoyment of all Americans and not just an elite few who would have you build a fence around them for those who are physically able to enjoy them. Enthusiasts who enjoy the public lands of our nation are not just the nimble and fit but also families with small children who wish to recreate together as well as active senior citizens and the handicapped who enjoy the freedom to access the outdoors that OHVs and ATVs provide... In fact, a compelling argument could be made that this type of broad legislation does more to protect public lands from future generations rather than for future generations."<br /><br />The full text of Moreland's statement can be downloaded here: http://www.americanmotorcyclist.com/legisltn/ama_statement_hr980.pdf<br /><br />Riders and AMA members can contact their federal lawmakers to tell them to oppose this bill by selecting "Issues and Legislation" in the Rights section of the AMA website at AmericanMotorcyclist.com. There, the names, addresses and telephone numbers for members of each congressional delegation appear. There is even a pre-written letter that can be sent via e-mail.<br /><br />The AMA also encourages individuals to sign up for the AMA Government Relations Department's Action E-list, using the same section of the AMA website, so that they can be notified by e-mail when their support is needed to make a difference on important issues.<br /><br /><br />About the American Motorcyclist Association<br />Since 1924, the AMA has protected the future of motorcycling and promoted the motorcycle lifestyle. AMA members come from all walks of life, and they navigate many different routes on their journey to the same destination: freedom on two wheels. As the world's largest motorcycling organization, the AMA advocates for motorcyclists' interests in the halls of local, state and federal government, the committees of international governing organizations, and the court of public opinion. Through member clubs, promoters and partners, the AMA sanctions more motorsports competition and motorcycle recreational events than any other organization in the world. AMA members receive money-saving discounts from dozens of well-known suppliers of motorcycle services, gear and apparel, bike rental, transport, hotel stays and more. Through its Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum, the AMA preserves the heritage of motorcycling for future generations.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3080430647437177707.post-67575452460571889402009-05-05T05:15:00.000-07:002009-05-05T05:13:29.372-07:00World Superbike: Online WSBK Assen 2009 VideosSuperbike Race 1 Highlights:<br /><br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/fpOdwml88y4&hl=en&fs=1"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/fpOdwml88y4&hl=en&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object><br /><br />Superbike Race 1 Best Lap:<br /><br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/GBgRKPcscco&hl=en&fs=1"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/GBgRKPcscco&hl=en&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object><br /><br />Superbike Race 2 Highlights:<br /><br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/8qpmi3BKy4U&hl=en&fs=1"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/8qpmi3BKy4U&hl=en&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object><br /><br />Superbike Race 2 Best Lap:<br /><br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/8m78_9ix_yw&hl=en&fs=1"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/8m78_9ix_yw&hl=en&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object><br /><br />Supersport Highlights:<br /><br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/H7jc_9KFzgU&hl=en&fs=1"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/H7jc_9KFzgU&hl=en&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object><br /><br />Supersport Best Lap:<br /><br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/VkH3CxYOI-8&hl=en&fs=1"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/VkH3CxYOI-8&hl=en&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object><br /><br />STK600 Highlights:<br /><br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/WMPzYQSDr_A&hl=en&fs=1"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/WMPzYQSDr_A&hl=en&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object><br /><br />STK600 Best Lap:<br /><br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/G8Wf08A3T2k&hl=en&fs=1"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/G8Wf08A3T2k&hl=en&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object><br /><br />STK1000 Highlights:<br /><br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/V65eLGB6h4o&hl=en&fs=1"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/V65eLGB6h4o&hl=en&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object><br /><br />STK1000: Best Lap:<br /><br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/l7zlmZCODFg&hl=en&fs=1"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/l7zlmZCODFg&hl=en&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3080430647437177707.post-29638508147758079292009-05-05T05:13:00.000-07:002009-05-05T05:17:55.455-07:00BSB: British Superbike Oulton Park ResultsRace 1:<br /><br />1. Leon Camier GBR Airwaves Yamaha<br />2. Karl Harris GBR Hydrex Honda<br />3. Sylvain Guintoli FRA Worx Crescent Suzuki <br />4. Stuart Easton GBR Hydrex Honda<br />5. James Ellison GBR Airwaves Yamaha<br />6. Glen Richards AUS HM Plant Honda<br />7. Ian Lowry GBR Relentless TAS Suzuki<br />8. Jason O'Halloran AUS SMT Honda<br />9. Gary Mason GBR Quay Honda<br />10. Joshua Brookes AUS HM Plant Honda<br />11. Chris Walker GBR Motorpoint/Henderson Yamaha<br />12. Julien Da Costa FRA MSS Colchester Kawasaki<br />13. Jon Kirkham GBR Jentin Yamaha<br />14. Atsushi Watanabe JPN Relentless TAS Suzuki<br />15. Tristan Palmer GBR Buildbase Kawasaki<br />16. Martin Jessopp GBR Riders Racing Honda<br />17. Michael Rutter GBR North West 200 Yamaha<br />18. Peter Hickman GBR Ultimate Yamaha<br />19. Tom Tunstall GBR Hardinge Doodson Honda<br />20. Kenny Gilbertson GBR JX Fuelcard Kawasaki<br />21. Dan Stewart GBR Wilcock Consulting Honda<br />22. Brian McCormack IRL MAR Kawasakil<br /><br />Race 2:<br /><br />1. Leon Camier GBR Airwaves Yamaha<br />2. Karl Harris GBR Hydrex Honda<br />3. Sylvain Guintoli FRA Worx Crescent Suzuki<br />4. James Ellison GBR Airwaves Yamaha<br />5. Glen Richards AUS HM Plant Honda<br />6. Ian Lowry GBR Relentless TAS Suzuki<br />7. Gary Mason GBR Quay Honda<br />8. Simon Andrews GBR MSS Colchester Kawasaki<br />9. Chris Walker GBR Motorpoint/Henderson Yamaha<br />10. Jason O'Halloran AUS SMT Honda<br />11. Jon Kirkham GBR Jentin Yamaha<br />12. Atsushi Watanabe JPN Relentless TAS Suzuki<br />13. Martin Jessopp GBR Riders Racing Honda<br />14. David Johnson AUS Maxxis Adept Yamaha<br />15. Peter Hickman GBR Ultimate Yamaha<br />16. Tom Tunstall GBR Hardinge Doodson Honda<br />17. Aaron Zanotti GBR Red Viper Honda<br />18. Alastair Fagan GBR Red Viper HondaUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0