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Aprilia finally got round to publishing more than three photos of the 2010 Aprilia Shiver 750. Rather than an all-new bike, this Shiver is a facelift, with revisions made to address owner criticisms like flawed ergonomics and a too-tall seat as well as freshening up the looks.

In addition to being .2 inches lower at 31.5 inches tall, the seat is 2 inches narrower, a change that should make it much easier for shorter riders to reach the ground. The pegs are also further back and the bars are further forward, creating a sportier riding position with more of the rider’s weight over the front wheel. Perhaps the biggest mechanical change is the reduction in rear wheel width from 6.0 to 5.5.” The same 180/55 rear tire is retained, meaning the narrower wheel will squeeze the tire together a bit more, creating a taller profile and thus speeding up the steering. There’s also wavy brakes discs.If that all sounds a little underwhelming, it is, the big story here is the new looks.
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The 2010 Vyrus 987 C3 4V is dubbed the most powerful production motorcycle in the world. The Vyrus 987 C3 4V is powered by a powerful 211-horsepower supercharged 1198cc 1098R Ducati V-twin engine and weighs just 339 pounds. There are two other versions of the 987 are available, each without a supercharger but still offers either 170- or 184 horsepower and weighing under 360 pounds.

The new Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight motorcycle is a factory custom in the legendary tradition of the hot rod Sportster line with the raw, elemental appeal of the Dark Custom™ bikes.

Riding low with a slammed suspension and featuring the classic 2.1-gallon “peanut” fuel tank, the Forty-Eight backs up its bulldog appearance with the performance of its blacked out and polished rubber-mounted Evolution® 1200 cc V-Twin engine. The low solo seat, under-mounted mirrors, side mount license plate, clean rear fender and tall and fat front tire emphasize the Forty Eight’s focus on chiseled customization.

And while the Forty-Eight model may break bad when it comes to radical attitude and straight-on style, it won’t break the bank starting at just $10,499 MSRP in Vivid Black.

“With its classic bulldog shoulders stance, the Forty-Eight strikes a distinctive look and low profile that could only come from Harley-Davidson,” said Ray Drea, Harley-Davidson Senior Director of Styling. “The Forty-Eight model has a collective past life experience and broken-in look that is raw and authentic.”
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The exclusive Italian motorcycle manufacturer Bimota that got its name by using the two first letters from each of its three founding father’s last names, pulled a fast one by unveiling the new Bimota DB8 sportbike. It seems a bit pricey with a retail cost of £20,300/€23,000; no word yet on pricing in the United States as yet but if you should calculate it would cost about $33,000-$36,000. The powerplant of the DB8 will be Ducati’s top-rung 1198 Testastretta Evoluzione engine, producing up to 170 horsepower and 97 pound-feet of torque.

Bimota DB8 Engine Specs

Source: Ducati 1198 Testastretta Evoluzione, 4V 90°Twin-Cylinder
Displacement: 1198.4 cc
Cooling System: Liquid Cooled
Compression Ratio: 12.7±0.5:1
Maximum Power: 170 HP at 9750 rpm
Maximum Torque: 96.9 lb-ft at 8000 rpm
Exhaust System: 2-1-1, stainless steel
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OK, lets not haste to jump on the electric motorcycle just yet and take a good look around for a good-ole gas-engined motorcycle. If you can find any here is one for you.

If you are a lover of the big cats and a sucker for unique motorcycles then I can only imagine how you would feel riding on a massive Leaping Cat sculpture capable of hitting speeds of 50 miles per hour. This Leaping Cat know as NightShadow (typical since the Jaguar is a hunter) has an air-cooled Buell S3′s 1200cc V-twin powerplant.

If you are much of a fan of the big cats, Massow has designed a slew of other concepts that take well-known logos and turns them into something resembling a motorcycle.

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Everyone is able to make hands-free calls via Bluetooth except for the motorcyclists, but not any more. Sena Technologies has designed the SMH10, a Bluetooth v2.1 Stereo Headset made specially for the motorcyclists which allows them to listen to stereo music or voice instructions of GPS navigations, and have intercom conversations in full duplex with a passenger or other motorcycle riders.

Features

• Bluetooth Specification v2.1
• Bluetooth Intercom up to 900 meters (980 yards)*
• Multi-Pair Bluetooth intercom for 4 persons
• Bluetooth stereo headset for Bluetooth audio devices such as MP3 players
• Bluetooth music playback control by AVRCP: play, pause, track forward and track back
• Easy operation by versatile Jog Dial
• Sufficient sound level with integrated audio booster
• Bluetooth hands-free for Bluetooth mobile phones
• Bluetooth headset or stereo headset for Bluetooth GPS navigations
• Stereo music by 3.5mm audio cable
• Water resistant for use in inclement weather
• Crystal clear and natural sound quality
• Up to 12 hours talk time, 10 days stand-by time

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Mission One

Mission Motors unveiled the bike, dubbed Mission One, at the TED conference and said it will begin selling them next year for $69,000 apiece. Although several electric motorcycles have been announced in recent weeks, Mission Motors sticks out because its 12 employees have worked for Tesla, Ducati North America and Intel, and the bike they’re building could set a new benchmark for EVs of all kinds.

The prototype, wearing bodywork designed by Yves Behar, is based on a Ducati 900 was designed entirely in-house by Mission Motors. Power comes from a 3-phase AC induction motor and a liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery the company claims delivers 150 miles and recharges in just two hours at 240 volts. That climbs to eight hours at 120 volts.

Top-shelf hardware includes Ohlins suspension at both ends, four-piston Brembo brakes and Marchesini forged wheels. The components – and the claimed 150 horsepower – put the bike on par with hardcore sportbikes like the Ducati 1198. That’s exactly what North had in mind.
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Since some vehicle manufacturers are designing electric cars, it’s about time someone comes up with the idea of an electric motorcycle and Maarten Timmer is just the man to do so. Designer Maarten Timmer is looking forward to recreating bike-racing magic with an Electrical Powered Motorcycle. His plan is the VertiGO. But don’t be quick to make judgments; the VertiGO will feature: electric propulsion, low noise and emissions, a silent motor, high torque, very fast acceleration, maximum speed on the straights (100 to 150 km ride on a “battery pack”).

The VeretiGO is a concept motorcycle illustrating the possibilities offerd by a revolutionary drive train

This project puts ingrained prejudices behind and shows that an electric powered motorcycle will be high-tech, radically different, nice to ride and a very special experience! It is a showpiece for the motor industry which smoothens the acceptation of electrical powered motorcycles and will leave prejudices and taboos behind!

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