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)

Yamaha YZF R1, Ridin over a Decade of Success

Yamaha created a sensation in the world of sport bikes in the winters of 1997 when it came with its third generation sport bike YZF R1. The earliest model of YZF R1 launched by Yamaha (1998 model), was the result of redesigning the Genesis engine to offset the crankshaft, gearbox input and output shaft of its earlier creations, FZR1000 and YZF.

The most attractive feature anticipated by bikers worldwide was its unique headlight, adding to its stylish looks. Over the years, Yamaha brought up with various changes to the sport bike and after a decade of successful run, YZF R1 is all set with its latest 2008 model. The top speed is 184 mph (296kmph) but some claims it to be over 300 kmph.

Specifications:

Engine
Type	998cc liquid-cooled inline 4-cylinder; DOHC, 16 valves(titanium intakes)
Bore x Stroke	77 x 53.6mm
Compression Ratio	12.7:1
Power	172 bhp
Top Speed	184 mph
Torque	71 ft. lbs.
Carburetion	Fuel Injection with YCC-T and YCC-I
Ignition	TCI
Transmission	6-speed with multi-plate slipper clutch
Chassis
Suspension/Front	43mm inverted fork; fully adjustable, 4.7-in travel
Suspension/Rear	Single shock w/piggyback reservoir; 4-way adjustable, 5.1-in travel
Brakes/Front	Dual 310mm disc; radial-mount forged 6-piston calipers
Brakes/Rear	220mm disc; single-piston caliper
Tires/Front	120/70-ZR17
Tires/Rear	190/50-ZR17
Dimensions
Length	81.1 in
Width	28.3 in
Height	43.7 in
Seat Height	32.9 in
Wheelbase	55.7 in
Rake(Caster Angle)	24.0°
Trail	4.0 in
Fuel Capacity	4.75 gal
Dry Weight	390 lb

Dodge Tomahawk , the Fastest Bike Ever

Dodge’s concept vehicle Tomahawk is the beast of a bike and is no doubt the fastest bike on the planet. This concept vehicle is an actualization of the modern extreme engineering and was first unveiled at the 2003 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.

Powered by 500 hp (373 kW) 8.3 L V10 engine and with 4 wheels (2 front and 2 rear) claims a top speed of 350 mph (560 km/h) but some reports have claimed that it can attain the top speed is 676 km/h (about 420 mph). But, it is quite surprising that when Dodge is famous for its extreme car and truck design then why it came with Tomahawk which is not even street local and is not suited for riding on any road.

"This is a bold faced slap against mediocrity," Trevor Creed, Senior Vice President - Design, Chrysler Group said. "Tomahawk is a scintillating example of what creative minds can do when given the opportunity to run free. It is a pure mechanical sculpture and a joyous celebration of the artistry and emotion of design."

Specifications:

General information
Model:	Dodge Tomahawk
Year:	2003
Engine and transmission
Displacement:	8277.00 ccm (505.06 cubic inches)
Engine type:	V10
Stroke:	4
Power:	500.00 HP (365.0 kW)) @ 5600 RPM
Torque:	712.00 Nm (72.6 kgf-m or 525.2 ft-lb) @ 4200 RPM
Max RPM:	6000
Compression:	9.6:1
Bore x stroke:	102.4 x 100.6 mm (4.0 x 4.0 inches)
Fuel system:	Injection
Valves per cylinder:	2
Fuel control:	OHV
Cooling system:	Liquid
Gearbox:	2-speed
Physical measures
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc:	680.4 kg (1,500.0 pounds)
Front percentage of weight:	49.0
Rear percentage of weight:	51.0
Seat height:	737 mm (29.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height:	937 mm (36.9 inches)
Overall length:	2,591 mm (102.0 inches)
Overall width:	704 mm (27.7 inches)
Ground clearance:	76 mm (3.0 inches)
Wheelbase:	1,930 mm (76.0 inches)
Chassis and dimensions
Frame type:	Monocoque, engine is central, stressed member
Front brakes:	Double disc
Front brakes diameter:	508 mm (20.0 inches)
Rear brakes:	Double disc
Rear brakes diameter:	508 mm (20.0 inches)
Speed and acceleration
Top speed:	560 km/h (350.0 mph)
0-100km/h(0-62mph):	1.75 seconds
Other specifications
Fuel capacity:	3.25 gallons

Go DHOOM with HAYABUSA , Suzuki to Launch in India

Suzuki Hayabusa, the name reminds of a muscular heavy super bikes with a lot of power and pride. It is also known by a name of GSX1300R and was launched in 1999 by Suzuki. Hayabusa got its unique name from Peregrine Falcon in Japanese, a bird which was capable of flying at amazing speed of over 200 mph (322 kmph) and was a predator of common blackbirds. After its launch, it overtook the market of super bikes held by Honda CBR1100XX.

Now, Suzuki is all set to launch its masterpiece in India to strike the sports bike enthusiasts and young bikers. One thing favoring Suzuki is that the publicity of Hayabusa is already been done by John Abraham in movie DHOOM. Everyone still remember John riding his red manly Hayabusa and it is expected to be a tough competition to Yamaha and Ducati who have also started to grab hold the Indian sports bike market.

It is powered by a 1340 cc 4- stroke, inline-4, liquid cooled engine with a power of 171 hp. It is expected to be launched by the first week of September and will cost around 11.8 lakhs with a top speed of 299 kmph, although they claimed to attain the speed of 397kmph. But, Indian roads only support 60 or on some highways it's just 100 kmph. So, it's biker's responsibility to ride these fliers safely.