Chatterbox GMRS X1 Bluetooth
February 12, 2008
The Chatterbox GMRS X1 Bluetooth Communicator Kit ($340) is the bikers best communication tool. It has Bluetooth wireless so you can connect to Phone, Auido, or GPS in Stereo-Sound. The unit features: A Hi-Fi Noise-Reducing Headset, Large illuminated LCD Display, Voice Activation and Push-To-Talk, Full Duplex Intercom, and High Capacity Rechargeable Ni-MH Battery. The unit is available for Full and Open Face Helmets, and supports up to 5 miles of coverage, 22 Channels / 38 Talk Groups. The whole kit includes: Chatterbox GMRS X1 Bluetooth stereo unit with volume adjustment, voice sensitivity control, two channel plus intercom switch, auxiliary input, high quality foam covered microphone and speaker system, as well as all the necessary mounting brackets and hardware.
2008 Ducati 1098 R
January 29, 2008
The new 2008 Ducati 1098 R is the long awaited successor to the old Ducati 999. The new Ducati features a bigger bore, bigger stroke, bigger valves, and bigger throttle bodies all hidden behind new carbon fiber bodywork. Also included is a traction control system, track-only ECU timing and the Ducati Data Analyzer (DDA) which enables the owner to review and analyze the performance of the bike via a PC and USB cable. All that means that the new 1098 R will put out an impressive 180hp and 99.1 ft/lb of torque. Get this bad boy for $39,995.
Honda CB1100F
January 17, 2008
Introduced during the Tokyo Auto Show last October this tribute to the classic CB400F of 1975-197 the Honda Cb110F has finally received production approval and should be hitting dealership floors in early 2009. Unfortunately not too much is known about exact specifications but it seems like it will feature a air cooled 1,100cc powerplant, 4-in-1 exhaust, twin shocks, and a tube frame. Pricing is currently unknown.
New KTM 1190 RC8 Suberbike
November 8, 2007
The brand new KTM RC8 Suberbike is a monster sporting a new 75 degree V-Twin engine displacing 1148cc’s, making 155 horsepower. The bike weighs in at 414lbs and features an innovative under-floor exhaust system for optimum power output and ideal center of gravity. Also included is an Electronic keihin injection system with automatic cold start, idle-speed regulator, lambda control and altitude compensation. All this adds up to 200km/s in less than 10 seconds and 100km/h in just 3 seconds. The KTM 1190 RCB Superbike will be available in orange/black or white/black and will hit showrooms March 2008, unfortunately price is currently unknown.
2008 Ducati Monster 696
November 6, 2007
As we all know Ducati makes some of the fastest bikes on the planet, and the 2008 Monster 696 is no exception. The engine for the Monster 696 an updated version of the 695cc unit, allowing for a 9% boost in hp (80hp) and an 11% increase in torque (50.6 lb/ft). In addition, the new bike weighs in at just 359 lbs and features a slipper clutch as well as design cues form the the original Monster motorcycle. Unfortunately pricing for the Monster 696 is unknown but of course if you in the market for a Ducati, price probably won’t be an issue anyway
Yamaha Tesseract
October 9, 2007
Look what Yamaha brought out at the Tokyo Motor Show. The Yamaha Tesseract concept is one insane looking bike. It features extra wheels for stability, and an extra engine for fuel economy. They don’t have specs on any of the engines, but it is impressive none the less. [via]
Honda EVO6
September 24, 2007
This year at the Tokyo Motor Show, Honda will be showing off their newest concept motorcycle. The EVO6 is powered by a 1832-cc horizontally opposed six-cylinder modified for performance from the Honda Gold Wing. A stock Gold Wing can pump out 118-hp and the EVO6 is only half of the Gold Wings dry weight. This bike is sure to fetch some serious speed, if Honda would only bring it into production. [via] View high-res images.
Cobra GPS Radar Detector
September 18, 2007
Cobra has finally made a GPS-based radar detector for the US. The Cobra XRS R9G ($450) use a database of all red light and speed cameras. The combo works together to alert the driver to slow down and save lives. It also alerts you of “black spots” (high accident areas), construction, and school zones. [via]
Ducati Hypermotard 1100 S
September 4, 2007
Motard is a fast growing class of motorcycle racing (and in my opinion the most exciting), so it is no wonder why Ducati has produced the ultimate motard bike. The Ducati Hypermotard 1100 S ($13,995) features a twin cylinder 1078cc engine with 90-hp. Weighing in at only 395-lbs this would make a fun bike for everyday riding and stunting. See More Pictures.
Brammo Enertia Electric Motorcycle
August 18, 2007
Brammo built the worlds first production electric motorcycle. The Brammo Enertia ($15,000) is powered by six Lithium Phosphate battery modules which give the Enertia a top speed of 50mph and a range of 45 miles. The battery charge time is 3 hours to full re-charge. The Enertia utilizes a carbon fiber chassis producing an ultra strong, light-weight vehicle platform of just 275 lbs.
