Gilera GP800 an 850cc V-twin-engined scooter crowned to be worlds fastest scooter

Scooters have a good market place in past few years. They have an advantage of good mileage and provide you with a comfortable ride. Honda is working on Gilera GP 800, an 850cc V-twin-engined scooter that will most likely become the the world’s fastest scooter. The prototype is tops the list with its extraordinary specifications and outrageous performance. The Gilera GP 800 is meant for people who seek the performance and all the sensations of riding that only motorcycles were so far capable of offering, without having to sacrifice the practicality of a scooter. The new 800 scoot will comprise of a steel frame with 41mm forks and 300mm twin front discs compliant to match the speed limits. Emphasis has been paid on to make you ride comfortable and it has been shaped on an ergonomic approach that makes it fit for long rides and daily use. The belt driven prototype will offer you with an immense driving experience and powerful engine will just let you to explore the places where you have never been before on a scoter. Solid brakes system features two 300 mm steel disks in front, gripped by two Brembo dual-piston floating calipers, and a 280 mm rear disk that can bring you to a halt with in no time. The styling body features graffiti on the frame and provides the machine with dynamic looks. Technical specifications Engine 90° longitudinal V-twin, 4 stroke Displacement 839.3 cc Bore 88 mm Stroke 69 mm Fuel RON 95 unleaded petrol Compression ratio 10.5: 1 Max power at crankshaft 75 hp (55.16 KW) at 7,250 rpm Max torque 76.4 Nm at 5,750 rpm Exhaust Closed loop system with Lambda sensor and three-way catalytic converter in exhaust pipe Valve train (SOHC) 4 valve, electronic injection Ignition Electronic inductive discharge and variable spark advance in electronic unit with electronic immobilizer, transponder LED and fuel pump shutoff when bike tips over. Two spark plugs. Starter Electric Cooling Liquid with three-way thermostat Gears Belt-driven primary transmission, continuously variable transmission (CVT) with engine braking effect Clutch Centrifugal clutch Frame Double cradle, high strength steel tube trellis Front suspension Telescopic hydraulic aluminium fork with f 41 shafts; 135 mm travel Rear suspension Large fork with hydraulic single shock placed laterally in a horizontal position; seven-position spring preload; 135 mm travel Braking system Traditional: separate brakes on front and rear wheels Front brake � 300 mm semi-floating stainless steel double disk with two dual-piston floating Brembo calipers. Braided metal tubing. Rear brake � 280 mm stainless steel disk, floating caliper with two opposite pistons Front wheel rim Die-cast aluminium alloy, 3.50×16′ Rear wheel rim Die-cast aluminium alloy, 4.50×15′ Front tyre Tubeless 120/70-16′ Rear tyre Tubeless 160/60-15′ Length 2,240 mm Width 800 mm Wheelbase 1,593 mm Seat height 790 mm Dry weight 235 kg Fuel tank capacity 16 litres (includes 2 litres reserve) Emissions Euro 3 With all these features I rate this as the extreme machine. What more can I expect this is no less than a bike. It may be available by next year. Via: gizmag

Honda Forza Smart a two-seater concept scooter with information-related functions

It seems that increasing demand for scoters has grabbed attention of major auto makers. Scooters are now being preferred over bikes due to their exceptionally good handling that makes them handier for daily use. Honda displayed its four concept vehicles at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2007 and one of them that is Forza Smart 2-seater concept scooter caught my attention. This new concept scooter will provide you with a pleasant and safe ride experience in crowded places with its information-related functions. The scooter can be equipped with portable AVN entertainment system. The design is a real marvel that makes it standout from rest similar vehicles. A good body and seat color theme including LED headlights, LED front fog lights, welcome lighting and passenger backrest with built-in wing-type high visibility high-mount stop lamp. This perfect for two vehicle lets you communicate easily with pillion rider using its inter-communication system. Front and rear speakers fitted in the bike make your ride more fun filled as both the riders can share the music. I liked this vehicle and am sure that riding this would be a great fun. Other vehicles displayed were Stream Hyper Sport Concept Vehicle, Fit Daily Active Concept Vehicle, Stream Exclusive Concept Vehicle, a racing version of the Civic Hybrid, and customized Modulo versions of the Airwave, Stream, CR-V, and Odyssey Absolute along with a varied lineup of genuine Honda accessories ranging from navigation to audio systems.its insurance is not  as expensive as  Car Insurance.

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Honda to release limited edition Repsol Replica Fireblade CBR1000RR

Honda seems to be quite happy with the 2006 MotoGP Championship. This has prompted the company to release a limited edition Repsol Replica Fireblade CBR1000RR motorcycle. The machine will be released into European and American markets later this month. It is the second replica that will be launched by the company. Earlier in 2005 Honda released the first to commemorate a decade of Repsol sponsorship. The motorcycle is a host of all race-developed innovations. It includes PGM-DSFI dual sequential fuel injection system, Mass-centralized chassis configuration, Gravity Die-Cast Aluminum Frame, Unit-Pro-Arm Swingarm, Radial-Mount front brake calipers and Electronic Steering Damper. You can say that the motorcycle is nowhere near the exact machine that is driven in competitions but we also have to keep in mind that every one is not as talented as Dani Pedrosa and Nicky Hayden. Via: Gizmag