Showing posts with label 2012. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 2012. Show all posts
Monday, June 3, 2013
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Thursday, May 23, 2013
2012 Yamaha Super Tenere Review and Specs
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Ultimate MotorCycling has gotten a first-ride on the 2012 (yes, 2012) Yamaha Super Ténéré, a motorcycle fresh from Europe and ready to take on the American backcountry. The most important thing to understand about this adventure motorcycle is where it falls on the open class adventure motorcycle spectrum.
At one end, you have the dirt-worthy BMW R 1200 GS Adventure and the KTM 990 Adventure. At the other, you have the more street-focused Moto Guzzi Stelvio, Ducati Mul
tistrada, Triumph Tiger 1050, Suzuki V-Strom and the standard BMW R 1200 GS. Our ride on the Stelvio reveals that it fits in the middle of these two groups, sitting tightly between the two BMWs.
One feature of immediate interest is the Super Ténérés traction control, part of the Yamaha TCC-T fly-by-wire technology for the 1199cc, liquid-cooled, DOHC, parallel twin. It works by regulating ignition timing and fuel injection volume. The TC-2 position is designed for riding off-road and works well, while the TC-1 position is the default position for street riding.
It reduces wheelspin and wheels, as you would expect. Theres also an option to turn the system off completely, so you can back the Super Ténéré into corners or pull long wheelies, as desired. Power delivery is also adjustable, with a softer T-mode for "Touring" and a full-performance "S-mode". Along with a wide-ratio 6-speed transmission, it is possible to customize engine performance to an impressive degree.
On hardpack clay fire roads with embedded rocks, the shaft drive Super Ténéré proves its mettle. Maneuverability is outstanding, and it handles very easily for a machine that weighs a claimed 575 pounds wet (in standard trim, with a full six-gallon fuel tank). As things get tighter, the Super Ténéré has a turning radius that is quite narrow for its class.
The motor fires off a 270-degree crank, giving it a power delivery that is single-like, giving the rear tubeless Bridgestone Battlewing 17-inch tire a chance to find traction off-road (up front is a 19-incher). Also, thanks to a primary balancer, vibration is well controlled, and off-roaders will want to remove the rubber footpeg inserts for better feel.
Dont get the idea that the Super Ténéré is some sort of off-road race bike, however. It still weighs quite a bit, and the steel frame and 7.5 inches of travel at both ends can only take on so much input from the terrain. Yamaha does allow for full adjustment of the 43mm forks, and the rear shock can be adjusted for rebound damping and spring preload. Also, the seat height has two height positions, one inch apart.
Slowing the Super Ténéré down has been simplified on-road by an effective triple-disc application of ABS. It works better than a KTMs system and is on par with BMW. Yamaha inexplicably does not allow you to turn off the ABCS, something most off-roaders will want to do.
This is certainly an odd choice by Yamaha engineers. Also part of the package is UBS (Unified Braking System), which means the rear brake is applied when you pull the hand lever. Push the rear brake first and UBS is overridden.
Yamaha did not over-power the Super Ténéré, and the low-end torque feels softer than a GS. Inside the motor, everything is certainly fully modern--8 valve head with a magnesium valve cover, forged aluminum pistons, and carburized connecting rods. Feeding the motor is a downdraft twin-bore fuel injection system with 12-hole injectors for superior fuel atomization.
Keeping in line with adventure class tradition, the Yamaha Super Ténéré features brush guards and a center stand as standard equipment. Side bags and a top case are available as well-integrated accessories, though the units are not as impressive as the best from BMW.
The Yamaha Super Ténéré is nicely placed in a niche in the adventure world, setting it up to build the same sort of cults that surround bikes like the KTM 990 Adventure and BMW GS bikes. Riders desiring the 2012 Yamaha Super Ténéré will be asked to wait in line.
The motorcycle will be available through a Priority Delivery Program at Yamaha dealerships nationwide and require an advance deposit of $500, with deliveries beginning in May 2011.
2012 Yamaha Super Ténéré | Motorcycle Specs
Model...XTZ12
Engine Type...1199cc, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke 2-cylinder DOHC
Bore x Stroke...98.0 x 79.5mm
Compression Ratio...11.0:1
Fuel Delivery...Fuel Injection with YCC-T
Ignition...TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition
Transmission...Constant mesh, 6-speed
Final Drive...Shaft
Suspension/Front...Telescopic fork, 43mm tube, adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping, 7.48-in travel
Suspension/Rear...Monoshock, adjustable preload and rebound damping, 7.48-in of travel
Brakes/Front...Dual 310mm hydraulic disc, ABS/Unified Brake System
Brake/Rear...282mm single disc
Tire/Front...110/80R 19M/C
Tire/Rear...150/70R 17M/C
L x W x H...88.6 x 38.6 x 55.5 in
Seat Height...33.26 or 34.25 in
Wheelbase...60.6 in
Rake (Caster Angle)...28.0°
Trail...126 mm
Fuel Capacity...6.0 gal
Wet Weight...575 lb
Colors...Raven, Blue
Motorcycle Riding Apperal
Helmet: Icon Variant Speedmetal
Jacket: Cortech Accelerator Series 2
Gloves: Cortech Accelerator Series 2
Pants: Tour Master Venture
Boots: Sidi Adventure
Ultimate MotorCycling has gotten a first-ride on the 2012 (yes, 2012) Yamaha Super Ténéré, a motorcycle fresh from Europe and ready to take on the American backcountry. The most important thing to understand about this adventure motorcycle is where it falls on the open class adventure motorcycle spectrum.
At one end, you have the dirt-worthy BMW R 1200 GS Adventure and the KTM 990 Adventure. At the other, you have the more street-focused Moto Guzzi Stelvio, Ducati Mul
tistrada, Triumph Tiger 1050, Suzuki V-Strom and the standard BMW R 1200 GS. Our ride on the Stelvio reveals that it fits in the middle of these two groups, sitting tightly between the two BMWs.One feature of immediate interest is the Super Ténérés traction control, part of the Yamaha TCC-T fly-by-wire technology for the 1199cc, liquid-cooled, DOHC, parallel twin. It works by regulating ignition timing and fuel injection volume. The TC-2 position is designed for riding off-road and works well, while the TC-1 position is the default position for street riding.
It reduces wheelspin and wheels, as you would expect. Theres also an option to turn the system off completely, so you can back the Super Ténéré into corners or pull long wheelies, as desired. Power delivery is also adjustable, with a softer T-mode for "Touring" and a full-performance "S-mode". Along with a wide-ratio 6-speed transmission, it is possible to customize engine performance to an impressive degree.
On hardpack clay fire roads with embedded rocks, the shaft drive Super Ténéré proves its mettle. Maneuverability is outstanding, and it handles very easily for a machine that weighs a claimed 575 pounds wet (in standard trim, with a full six-gallon fuel tank). As things get tighter, the Super Ténéré has a turning radius that is quite narrow for its class.
The motor fires off a 270-degree crank, giving it a power delivery that is single-like, giving the rear tubeless Bridgestone Battlewing 17-inch tire a chance to find traction off-road (up front is a 19-incher). Also, thanks to a primary balancer, vibration is well controlled, and off-roaders will want to remove the rubber footpeg inserts for better feel.
Dont get the idea that the Super Ténéré is some sort of off-road race bike, however. It still weighs quite a bit, and the steel frame and 7.5 inches of travel at both ends can only take on so much input from the terrain. Yamaha does allow for full adjustment of the 43mm forks, and the rear shock can be adjusted for rebound damping and spring preload. Also, the seat height has two height positions, one inch apart.
Slowing the Super Ténéré down has been simplified on-road by an effective triple-disc application of ABS. It works better than a KTMs system and is on par with BMW. Yamaha inexplicably does not allow you to turn off the ABCS, something most off-roaders will want to do.
This is certainly an odd choice by Yamaha engineers. Also part of the package is UBS (Unified Braking System), which means the rear brake is applied when you pull the hand lever. Push the rear brake first and UBS is overridden.
Yamaha did not over-power the Super Ténéré, and the low-end torque feels softer than a GS. Inside the motor, everything is certainly fully modern--8 valve head with a magnesium valve cover, forged aluminum pistons, and carburized connecting rods. Feeding the motor is a downdraft twin-bore fuel injection system with 12-hole injectors for superior fuel atomization.
Keeping in line with adventure class tradition, the Yamaha Super Ténéré features brush guards and a center stand as standard equipment. Side bags and a top case are available as well-integrated accessories, though the units are not as impressive as the best from BMW.
The Yamaha Super Ténéré is nicely placed in a niche in the adventure world, setting it up to build the same sort of cults that surround bikes like the KTM 990 Adventure and BMW GS bikes. Riders desiring the 2012 Yamaha Super Ténéré will be asked to wait in line.
The motorcycle will be available through a Priority Delivery Program at Yamaha dealerships nationwide and require an advance deposit of $500, with deliveries beginning in May 2011.
2012 Yamaha Super Ténéré | Motorcycle Specs
Model...XTZ12
Engine Type...1199cc, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke 2-cylinder DOHC
Bore x Stroke...98.0 x 79.5mm
Compression Ratio...11.0:1
Fuel Delivery...Fuel Injection with YCC-T
Ignition...TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition
Transmission...Constant mesh, 6-speed
Final Drive...Shaft
Suspension/Front...Telescopic fork, 43mm tube, adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping, 7.48-in travel
Suspension/Rear...Monoshock, adjustable preload and rebound damping, 7.48-in of travel
Brakes/Front...Dual 310mm hydraulic disc, ABS/Unified Brake System
Brake/Rear...282mm single disc
Tire/Front...110/80R 19M/C
Tire/Rear...150/70R 17M/C
L x W x H...88.6 x 38.6 x 55.5 in
Seat Height...33.26 or 34.25 in
Wheelbase...60.6 in
Rake (Caster Angle)...28.0°
Trail...126 mm
Fuel Capacity...6.0 gal
Wet Weight...575 lb
Colors...Raven, Blue
Motorcycle Riding Apperal
Helmet: Icon Variant Speedmetal
Jacket: Cortech Accelerator Series 2
Gloves: Cortech Accelerator Series 2
Pants: Tour Master Venture
Boots: Sidi Adventure
Monday, May 20, 2013
2012 kia forte Preview
2012 kia forte - Review
The 2012 kia forte
2012 Kia Forte Koup Performance and Specs Preview – The 2012 Kia Forte Koup is a relatively affordable car with good performance and turbocharged features so as to push up to 173hp. 2012 Kia Forte Koup is a Korean car that has been widely known in the car lovers market. Hopes run high for the model 2012 from Kia Forte Koup and by all appearances so far, Kia does not intend to disappoint.
When Kia Forte Koup debuted in 2009, reviews are very excited about this car, roomy small affordable and feature-rich that brings a healthy alternative to the Toyota Corolla and Honda Civic. Kia Koup capitalized excitement with 2010, adding even more features and keep the price point below any other vehicle in its class. For 2012, the buzz is that the Kia had planned to present including turbocharged engine option for the Koup, which will make it a competitor is far more desirable and evil to people such as Volkswagen and Honda.
The 2012 Kia Forte Koup will come with two engines. The EX trim engine will be capable of producing 156 horsepower and 144 pound feet torque with 2.0 litre displacement associated with four cylinders. The mechanical built facilitates five speed manual transmissions with the option of four speed automatic transmission as per your requirement. The SX version will be modified to the level that its 2.4 litre engine coupled with four cylinders will have the capacity to produce 173 horsepower momentum and 168 pound feet torque. The mechanism will be highly enhanced to provide the user six speed manual transmission along with five speed automatic transmission.
With turbocharged features, the 2012 Kia Forte Koup promises to step up its game in what is already a peppy little vehicle. Previously powered by either a 2.0L or 2.4L inline 4-liter, the Forte Koup pushes out 156 and 173 hp. A turbocharged version is likely to top the 200hp marker if Kia manages to keep the engine and vehicle as light as they currently are.
Friday, May 17, 2013
2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara Review and Release
The 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is a revolutionary car that offers sleek design and a powerful engine for emptors who consider power over any other comfort. The 2012 Vitara is an extension of the widely distributed Suzui Grand Vitara 2012. The automobile if equipped with a 4WD or rear -wheel drive system that makes it a completely new and much-awaited toy to play with. The car comes will be exposed to the emptors in the form of two models- Limited model and touring model. Suzuki Vitara 2012 has a robust and reliable engine, which is powered with A 2.7 litre engine that has the ability to generate 183 horsepower and 180 pounds per foot of torque. The engines are fitted to 4-speed automatic and 5-speed manual transmissions. The standard towing capacity of 2012 Vitara is an amazing 3000 pounds. Some of the other important mechanical features that furnish the car include independent suspension at front as well as rear, antilock brakes, power assisted steering et cetera.
The 2012 Vitara is a midsize family SUV that boasts off a sporty look and provides for enough space in its interiors. It has a 12.1-inch longer wheelbase, which means a larger passenger cabin. The overall length of the base is 19.1 inches. The car is supplied with a supersized version of the Grand Vitara’s V6. Suzuki Grand Vitara 2012 offers a lower end climbing gear and accommodates five passengers seating or more with an optional third row seat. A great deal of change has been introduced in the interior of the 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
The car is accessible with several impressive options for enhanced performance features. For instance, there are options for low-range gearing rear-wheel drive or four WD. The automatic transmission that is equipped in the car is optional. The cabin is embellished with a new dashboard as well as a enter console, which adds to something new that the emptors would get to see. The car is a worthwhile investment as far as the safety features are concerned. These features include, driver depowered sir bag, front as well as rear head restraints and passenger depowered air bag.
The Suzuki Vitara 2012 limited models boast off anti lock brakes as well as front fog lights. Child safety locks have become an indispensable aspect of all the high-performance cars manufactured by the host company. Vitara 2012 does not miss on the standard luxuries, like, air conditioning, cruise/ speed control, keyless entry system, rear defroster, power windows, dual power mirror, power door locks, handy folding rear seat, Am/FM stereo with a CD played, rear wiper for better visibility et cetera.
The enticing aspect of the 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is that it sports luxurious leather seating and a moon roof. 2012 Vitara two wheel drive is equipped with a standard 2.0 litre engine which can generate 127 horsepower and achieve 23 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway. As far as the four-wheel drive is concerned, it is equipped with 2.0 litre engine that can generate 127 horsepower and achieve 22 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway. The 2012 Grand Vitara is also available with a Suzuki body kit accessory that can be easily ordered online to add vigour to the appearance of the car. The kit highlights spoilers, lighting and ground effects et cetera. Available at an affordable $20,000- $30,000 the car is definitely a reasonable investment as against the amazing features it boasts. The car is likely to be launched in the autumn of 2011. The final cost of the car depends on the features included or demanded while purchasing the car.
The 2012 Vitara is a midsize family SUV that boasts off a sporty look and provides for enough space in its interiors. It has a 12.1-inch longer wheelbase, which means a larger passenger cabin. The overall length of the base is 19.1 inches. The car is supplied with a supersized version of the Grand Vitara’s V6. Suzuki Grand Vitara 2012 offers a lower end climbing gear and accommodates five passengers seating or more with an optional third row seat. A great deal of change has been introduced in the interior of the 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
The car is accessible with several impressive options for enhanced performance features. For instance, there are options for low-range gearing rear-wheel drive or four WD. The automatic transmission that is equipped in the car is optional. The cabin is embellished with a new dashboard as well as a enter console, which adds to something new that the emptors would get to see. The car is a worthwhile investment as far as the safety features are concerned. These features include, driver depowered sir bag, front as well as rear head restraints and passenger depowered air bag.
The Suzuki Vitara 2012 limited models boast off anti lock brakes as well as front fog lights. Child safety locks have become an indispensable aspect of all the high-performance cars manufactured by the host company. Vitara 2012 does not miss on the standard luxuries, like, air conditioning, cruise/ speed control, keyless entry system, rear defroster, power windows, dual power mirror, power door locks, handy folding rear seat, Am/FM stereo with a CD played, rear wiper for better visibility et cetera.
The enticing aspect of the 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is that it sports luxurious leather seating and a moon roof. 2012 Vitara two wheel drive is equipped with a standard 2.0 litre engine which can generate 127 horsepower and achieve 23 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway. As far as the four-wheel drive is concerned, it is equipped with 2.0 litre engine that can generate 127 horsepower and achieve 22 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway. The 2012 Grand Vitara is also available with a Suzuki body kit accessory that can be easily ordered online to add vigour to the appearance of the car. The kit highlights spoilers, lighting and ground effects et cetera. Available at an affordable $20,000- $30,000 the car is definitely a reasonable investment as against the amazing features it boasts. The car is likely to be launched in the autumn of 2011. The final cost of the car depends on the features included or demanded while purchasing the car.
Thursday, May 16, 2013
WEC Audi Presents The 2012 World Champion
Audi has dominated the first season of the new World Sportscar Championship. Consider the Ingolstadt secured all the titles they have won.
In the manufacturers standings of the FIA World Endurance Championship was uncatchable Audi since August. At the finals in Shanghai the Audi factory driver Marcel Fässler, André Lotterer and Benoît Tréluyer won a third of the race, the drivers standings - subject to the official publication of the results by the FIA. The second title crowns a successful debut season of the first hybrid sports car from Audi.
Audi shaped the new FIA World Endurance Championship, not only by the double title: Five times the team secured the top spot, and five times in eight races managed an Audi R18 overall victory - including the eleventh success of the brand in the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Here, the e-tron Audi R18 quattro scored the first victory of a hybrid sports car in the endurance classic.
Toyota in China better
An intense battle with Toyota coined the second half of the season - including the final in China. The new world champions was enough in hybrid racer with the number one third place in the six hours from Shanghai to win the title. Your leadership in the table is now 13.5 points. Three individual wins, the driver trio has secured this season, three second places complete the balance.
The second place in the standings is going to a teams Audi drivers Tom Kristensen and Allan McNish, who had started from the front row in China, arrived in the race in second place behind the Toyota of Nicolas Lapierre and Alex Wurz. Seven podium finishes, including the opening game of the Twelve Hours of Sebring - together with Dindo Capello - stand in the season record of the Danish-Scottish Audi duo. They were also the most efficient combination in the field: In seven out of eight races of the season the Michelin Green X Challenge award went to the race number two.
The title win with the R18 e-tron quattro in China completes a unique long-distance season of Audi. With the GT3 sports car Audi R8 LMS this year has already decided the twelve hours of Bathurst and the 24-hour race at the Nurburgring, Spa-Francorchamps and Zolder for themselves.
Quotes after the race
Dr Wolfgang Ullrich (Head of Audi Motorsport): "Its nice that after the mark WM also could decide the drivers championship for us Unfortunately, we were not the year end with a victory in China We have very strong competition.. , which is a great incentive to work hard for the next year. "
Ralf Jüttner (Technical Director Audi Sport Team Joest): "Well, we won all the titles Congratulations to Marcel Fässler, André Lotterer and Benoît Tréluyer Tom Kristensen and Allan McNish have reported widely in China, although it was not enough to win... Both teams have implemented at the end of a hard season flawless pit stops. WEC is a great new championship, and weve won the first. "
Tom Kristensen (Audi R18 e-tron quattro, race number two): "This course has our Japanese competitors located very well congratulations on winning the race I look forward at the same time have a good race from Allan, had our team and me on the title.!. we for one simple reason no chance. Our opponents in the title fight went an Audi, and these cars are simply not Marcel, André and Ben have really earned the title with her performance. "
Allan McNish (Audi R18 e-tron quattro, race number two): "Second place was the best thing that could reach we now We have got the maximum out of the car and the tires, but Toyota was simply faster Congratulations to Marcel, André.. and Ben to the world title. They were incredibly good. we compete against each other, work as a team, however. "
Marcel Fässler (Audi R18 e-tron quattro, starting number one), "I want Audi to sincerely thank, because without this brand I had to experience such success never I have super teammate and a great team to me the title means a lot... Its a nice feeling to be world champion. "
André Lotterer (Audi R18 e-tron quattro, starting number one): "Le Mans and win the world title together is just great and I am pleased to share this success with Marcel and Ben We have three really good friends yet... Our huge thanks to Audi and to our team. car was always top. Unfortunately, it has not been enough for the win today, but we can be very happy after winning the title. "
Benoît Tréluyer (R18 Audi e-tron quattro, starting number one): "Im more than happy for this beautiful season, the world champion title is a nice section in his biography Many thanks to Audi for the good season..."
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| Audi: a new power in the World Sportscar Championship |
Audi shaped the new FIA World Endurance Championship, not only by the double title: Five times the team secured the top spot, and five times in eight races managed an Audi R18 overall victory - including the eleventh success of the brand in the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Here, the e-tron Audi R18 quattro scored the first victory of a hybrid sports car in the endurance classic.
Toyota in China better
An intense battle with Toyota coined the second half of the season - including the final in China. The new world champions was enough in hybrid racer with the number one third place in the six hours from Shanghai to win the title. Your leadership in the table is now 13.5 points. Three individual wins, the driver trio has secured this season, three second places complete the balance.
The second place in the standings is going to a teams Audi drivers Tom Kristensen and Allan McNish, who had started from the front row in China, arrived in the race in second place behind the Toyota of Nicolas Lapierre and Alex Wurz. Seven podium finishes, including the opening game of the Twelve Hours of Sebring - together with Dindo Capello - stand in the season record of the Danish-Scottish Audi duo. They were also the most efficient combination in the field: In seven out of eight races of the season the Michelin Green X Challenge award went to the race number two.
The title win with the R18 e-tron quattro in China completes a unique long-distance season of Audi. With the GT3 sports car Audi R8 LMS this year has already decided the twelve hours of Bathurst and the 24-hour race at the Nurburgring, Spa-Francorchamps and Zolder for themselves.
Quotes after the race
Dr Wolfgang Ullrich (Head of Audi Motorsport): "Its nice that after the mark WM also could decide the drivers championship for us Unfortunately, we were not the year end with a victory in China We have very strong competition.. , which is a great incentive to work hard for the next year. "
Ralf Jüttner (Technical Director Audi Sport Team Joest): "Well, we won all the titles Congratulations to Marcel Fässler, André Lotterer and Benoît Tréluyer Tom Kristensen and Allan McNish have reported widely in China, although it was not enough to win... Both teams have implemented at the end of a hard season flawless pit stops. WEC is a great new championship, and weve won the first. "
Tom Kristensen (Audi R18 e-tron quattro, race number two): "This course has our Japanese competitors located very well congratulations on winning the race I look forward at the same time have a good race from Allan, had our team and me on the title.!. we for one simple reason no chance. Our opponents in the title fight went an Audi, and these cars are simply not Marcel, André and Ben have really earned the title with her performance. "
Allan McNish (Audi R18 e-tron quattro, race number two): "Second place was the best thing that could reach we now We have got the maximum out of the car and the tires, but Toyota was simply faster Congratulations to Marcel, André.. and Ben to the world title. They were incredibly good. we compete against each other, work as a team, however. "
Marcel Fässler (Audi R18 e-tron quattro, starting number one), "I want Audi to sincerely thank, because without this brand I had to experience such success never I have super teammate and a great team to me the title means a lot... Its a nice feeling to be world champion. "
André Lotterer (Audi R18 e-tron quattro, starting number one): "Le Mans and win the world title together is just great and I am pleased to share this success with Marcel and Ben We have three really good friends yet... Our huge thanks to Audi and to our team. car was always top. Unfortunately, it has not been enough for the win today, but we can be very happy after winning the title. "
Benoît Tréluyer (R18 Audi e-tron quattro, starting number one): "Im more than happy for this beautiful season, the world champion title is a nice section in his biography Many thanks to Audi for the good season..."
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