BMW K1200S

It was on 25th September, 2004 that BMW came up with global launch of its sports masterpiece BMW K1200S. Powered with 165 hp, it gets a high acceleration from 0-60 mph in just 2.8 seconds. BMW has put in its decades of experience in sport bikes manufacturing to launch this absolute beauty. It has got speed, acceleration, balance and the main consideration is its low center of gravity.

Specifications:

Engine and transmission
Displacement:	1157.00 ccm (70.60 cubic inches)
Engine type:	In-line four
Stroke:	4
Power:	164.94 HP (120.4 kW)) @ 10250 RPM
Torque:	130.00 Nm (13.3 kgf-m or 95.9 ft-lb) @ 8250 RPM
Top Speed:	174 mph (280 kmph)
Compression:	13.0:1
Bore x stroke:	79.0 x 59.0 mm (3.1 x 2.3 inches)
Fuel system:	Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management including knock sensor (BMS-K)
Valves per cylinder:	4
Cooling system:	Liquid
Gearbox:	6-speed
Transmission type final drive:	Shaft drive (cardan)
Clutch:	Multiple-disc clutch, hydraulically operated
Physical measures
Dry weight:	226.5 kg (499.3 pounds)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc:	248.0 kg (546.7 pounds)
Seat height:	820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height:	1,211 mm (47.7 inches)
Overall length:	2,182 mm (85.9 inches)
Overall width:	905 mm (35.6 inches)
Wheelbase:	1,571 mm (61.9 inches)
Chassis and dimensions
Frame type:	Bridging frame, die-cast aluminum, load bearing engine
Rake (fork angle):	29.0°
Trail:	112 mm (4.4 inches)
Front suspension:	BMW Motorrad Duolever
Front suspension travel:	115 mm (4.5 inches)
Rear suspension:	Die-cast aluminum single-sided swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Para lever
Rear suspension travel:	135 mm (5.3 inches)
Front tyre dimensions:	120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre dimensions:	190/50-ZR17
Front brakes:	Double disc
Front brakes diameter:	320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakes:	Single disc
Rear brakes diameter:	265 mm (10.4 inches)

2008 Kawasaki 1400 GTR, a FAST Tourer

Kawasaki is known for its powerful bikes and it has rocked bike world with its latest production, Kawasaki 1400 GTR. Kawasaki has taken the engine of its most powerful hyper sport bike, Kawasaki ZZR1400, and has come up with a mega sports tourer (although Kawasaki is known for its touring bikes for more than 21 years) to encourage and anticipate the passionate riders. This latest edition of Kawasaki is not only emphasized upon by an amazing engine performance but it is blesse with sublime handling even at high speeds and in varying contours.The most amazing feature of this bike is its capability to possess variable valve timing and its electrically adjustable windscreen.

Specifications:

Engine and transmission
Displacement:	1352.00 ccm (82.50 cubic inches)
Engine type:	In-line four
Stroke:	4
Power:	153 bhp
Torque:	136.00 Nm (13.9 kgf-m or 100.3 ft-lb) @ 6200 RPM
Top Speed:	155 mph (some although argue it to be above 300 kmph)
Compression:	10.7:1
Bore x stroke:	84.0 x 61.0 mm (3.3 x 2.4 inches)
Fuel system:	Injection
Valves per cylinder:	4
Fuel control:	DOHC
Ignition:	Digital
Starter:	Electric
Cooling system:	Liquid
Gearbox:	6-speed
Physical measures
Dry weight:	279.0 kg (615.1 pounds)
Seat height:	815 mm (32.1 inches)
Overall length:	2,271 mm (89.4 inches)
Overall width:	780 mm (30.7 inches)
Ground clearance:	125 mm (4.9 inches)
Wheelbase:	1,520 mm (59.8 inches)
Chassis and dimensions
Rake (fork angle):		26.1°
Trail:		112 mm (4.4 inches)
Front suspension:		Inverted, telescopic fork
Rear suspension:		Tetra-Lever
Front tyre dimensions:		120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre dimensions:		190/50-ZR17
Front brakes:		Double disc
Front brakes diameter:		310 mm (12.2 inches)
Rear brakes:		Single disc
Rear brakes diameter:		270 mm (10.6 inches)
Other specifications
Fuel capacity:		22.00 liters (5.81 gallons)