2006 BMW K 1200 R, Super smooth running sport touring goodness! Feels like your riding on a cloud until you twist it up, then watch out, this bike MOVES!! Akrapovic exhaust produces a smooth, powerful note as you click through the gears. Heated grips, and an extra comfortable seat make this bike something special. Come check it out! ready for another 20k!! What is the proper response when faced with an unpatrolled open road whilst sitting upon a wacky-looking German naked bike capable of more than 150 mph? What about when you re lapping a racetrack on the same bike following a flying BMW test rider? Pin it, of course! A fellow might not have had that thought on many previous BMWs, but the Bavarian Motor Works are enjoying a strange transformation, dropping hard saddlebags as an option on several models and adding crazy amounts of horsepower across the range. From the HP2 super-adventure bike to the R1200RT to the forthcoming R1200S sport-Twin to the pair of four-cylinder Special Ks, power is on the rise, sporting intent the new focus. It s not that all the hard saddlebags are gone (far from it), but there has been a sea change in company philosophy. This change has led to the K1200R Roadster, essentially a stripped version of the Hayabusa-chasing K1200S. Aside from shorter final-drive gearing, slightly more aggressive steering geometry and higher/wider handlebars, the R is mechanically identical to the S.
2006 BMW K 1200 R, Super smooth running sport touring goodness! Feels like your riding on a cloud until you twist it up, then watch out, this bike MOVES!! Akrapovic exhaust produces a smooth, powerful note as you click through the gears. Heated grips, and an extra comfortable seat make this bike something special. Come check it out! ready for another 20k!! What is the proper response when faced with an unpatrolled open road whilst sitting upon a wacky-looking German naked bike capable of more than 150 mph? What about when you re lapping a racetrack on the same bike following a flying BMW test rider? Pin it, of course! A fellow might not have had that thought on many previous BMWs, but the Bavarian Motor Works are enjoying a strange transformation, dropping hard saddlebags as an option on several models and adding crazy amounts of horsepower across the range. From the HP2 super-adventure bike to the R1200RT to the forthcoming R1200S sport-Twin to the pair of four-cylinder Special Ks, power is on the rise, sporting intent the new focus. It s not that all the hard saddlebags are gone (far from it), but there has been a sea change in company philosophy. This change has led to the K1200R Roadster, essentially a stripped version of the Hayabusa-chasing K1200S. Aside from shorter final-drive gearing, slightly more aggressive steering geometry and higher/wider handlebars, the R is mechanically identical to the S.
2013 Ducati Diavel AMGInspired by AMGDucati has celebrated its partnership with AMG by producing the Diavel AMG Special Edition, inspired by the German maker's unmistakeable styling. Combining exclusivity with high performance, the Diavel AMG Special Edition is the perfect synthesis of two unequalled brands with a shared passion for exceptional achievement, unique design and conscientious attention to detail.Standard Features May Include:Testastretta 11°The Diavels heart is the Ducati Testastretta 11° - developed directly from the incredibly powerful, world-beating race engines of Ducati Corse. Ducati's Testastretta 11° harnesses the immense power of the Superbike engine and makes it smooth and adaptable, a massive step forward in balancing high-performance with an enjoyable ride.For an engine with brute power on tap when needed and smooth, user-friendliness available for an effortless and comfortable ride, Ducati revised the configuration of the cam timing with particular focus on the valve overlap angle. The overlap angle is defined as the interval of crankshaft rotation, measured in degrees, during which both the intake and exhaust valves are open at the same time. This overlap occurs between the end of the exhaust stroke and the start of the intake stroke. High performance engines, which are subject to compromising smoothness for extreme power delivery, use high values of this parameter in order to benefit from the pressure waves to improve engine performance by maximising volumetric efficiency.On the Testastretta 11° engine, this angle has been reduced from 41°, used in the Testastretta Evoluzione engine which powers the 1198, to 11°. As a result, the fresh inlet charge flow is less compromised by the exiting exhaust gases, resulting in a much smoother combustion in addition to improved fuel economy and lower exhaust emissions. The model's incredible attention to performance detail also ensures that every engine has its Desmodromic cam-timing set by hand and authenticated with the name of the engine technician engraved on the left-side engine casing.Diavel frame assemblyThe signature Ducati Trellis frame uses large diameter, light gauge tubing with two lateral die-cast aluminium sections that flow into the rear subframe. This achieves massive torsional rigidity while remaining lightweight and compact. The two sections form a rear-end structure by attaching onto either side of a complex techno-polymer component. The stunning Trellis frame is enhanced by the Diamond White colour set against the engine black.Ducati Traction Control (DTC)The racing-derived Ducati Traction Control (DTC) is a highly intelligent system which acts as a filter between the rider’s right hand and the rear tyre. Within milliseconds, DTC is able to detect and control rear wheel-spin, considerably increasing the bike’s active safety and performance. The system offers eight levels of “sensitivity”, each programmed with an amount of rear wheel-spin tolerance. These levels are in line with progressive levels of riding skills classified from one to eight. Level one is programmed to offer the least amount of interaction for sport-oriented riders, while level eight uses the most amount of interaction for complete confidence. DTC levels are factory pre-set in each of the three Riding Modes, but can be individually customised and saved to suit the rider by accessing the new user-friendly set-up menu. A “default”option is available to easily return all settings to factory pre-sets.
