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Top 10 Next choise Motorcycles Of 2015

With the current economic situation these days, motorcycle users are increasing due to the comfort , fuel economy and , of course , its affordability . In fact, this is one of the best selling types of transport in silence. This is the best option to avoid the highly congested traffic , poor road conditions , long distance travel , and racing. Then the following we will discuss the <b>Top 10 Next choise Motorcycles Of 2015</b> , which may be your choice . There are several well-known brands that enliven motorcycle technology in this year.<br /><br /><br />10. <b>Kawasaki Vulcan S</b><br />
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We begin the list with a cruiser from Kawasaki, the Vulcan S. Why? Because Kawasaki is taking a risk by introducing something different in the cruiser world. It’s intended to cater to a younger demographic than typical cruiser riders who aren’t slaves to traditional (read the same-old, same-old) V-Twin fashion. With more modern styling, the Ninja 650-derived parallel-Twin engine should stand out in the class.<br /><br />The new, Ergo-Fit concept will broaden the range of customers by allowing the Vulcan S’ ergonomics to be adjusted at Kawasaki dealers to fit the dimensions of a variety of riders. First, the pegs can be moved either forward or rearward one inch from the standard position. The bar can also be moved back an inch to reach shorter riders who will also benefit from a seat that places their butts two inches forward from standard. Finally, the seat for tall riders moves the seat an inch rearward from standard. We think these novel ideas will be attractive to a wide range of current and potential riders. Better still, at $6,999 ($7,399 with ABS), it’s an affordable motorcycle riders won’t grow out of quickly.<br /><br />9. <b>Suzuki GSX-S1000</b><br />
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<br />Technically classified as a 2016 model, the Suzuki GSX-S1000 and GSX-S1000F are early-release 2016 models that will be available later this year. The naked bike/streetfighter category has been hotting up lately (as evidenced by part one and part two of our 2014 Super Streetfighter Smackdown shootout, another comparison with the Aprilia Tuono, and yet another with the EBR 1190SX), and Suzuki has been out of the fight.<br /><br />Instead of designing a whole new engine, Suzuki wisely plucked the K5 GSX-R1000 engine – one widely adored for its power and driveability – and is giving it new life. Supporting players include KYB suspension pieces, Brembo monoblock calipers, Dunlop tires, and optional Bosch ABS. Essentially a stripped-down and re-thought GSX-R1000, it’s the Suzuki naked bike we’ve longed for (no offense, B-King). For those looking for slightly more wind protection, the GSX-S1000F provides a full set of fairings. Pricing hasn’t been announced at press time.<br /><br />8. <b>Yamaha R3</b><br />
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<br />The beginner bike market is a big one, and though it took a long time for other manufacturers to latch on to the gold mine Kawasaki had to itself with its Ninja 250/300 series, we’re glad Yamaha’s finally jumping on board with the R3. Sure, KTM’s RC390 is stealing some of Yamaha’s thunder in 2015, but the R3’s 321cc parallel-Twin is reported to put out 42 hp and 21.8 lb-ft, according to Yamaha Europe, on par with the 43 hp and 25.8 lb-ft. KTM claims for the 373cc Single. That should put it well clear of the smaller Kawi and Honda CBR300R.<br /><br />Small bikes are incredibly fun to race, and Yamaha is rewarding those who do by offering contingency for racers who shine on the R3, making its appeal that much greater. Factor in the $4,990 price and it’s an easy bike to be excited about.<br /><br />7. <b>BMW S1000XR</b><br />
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<br />It’s a pretty solid list when the BMW S1000XR lands in the number-seven spot. The S1000XR has its eyes set on topping the Ducati Multistrada, one of MO’s favorite motorcycles, and to do so it will be employing the inline-Four from the S1000R, one of MO’s favorite engines. BMW says it’ll make 160 hp and 83 lb-ft, with an emphasis on mid-range power (for reference, our last S1000R tester made 155.3 hp and 79.7 lb-ft to the wheel). Tack on BMW’s usual array of electronic goodies, and we’re even more excited about getting our hands on one. Price for the S1000XR is yet to be determined at press time.<br /><br />The Multistrada is one of our favorite rides for a reason – it flat out does it all (Well, it ain’t so hot off-road. - Ed.) – but if any manufacturer is poised to take out Duc, it’s BMW. Perhaps the reason we’re most excited about the S1000XR, is because it means we get to test it and the highly-updated Ducati Multistrada DVT side-by-side. Who wouldn’t be excited about that?<br /><br />6. <b>Aprilia Tuono V4 1100</b><br />
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Another model technically classified as a 2016, the Aprilia Tuono is one of our favorite naked sportbikes and was nearly perfect the way it was. That said, Aprilia made it better by turning to the oldest trick in the book: giving it a bigger engine and more power. As the name suggests, the Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 gets bumped up to 1,077cc. It’s putting out five more horses at peak (175 hp), and a whopping 20 more hp at 8,000 rpm, according to Aprilia.<br /><br />That’s enough to get our mouths watering, but refined electronics, including updated traction control parameters, should be plenty of fun to test at the track. Cooler than that is the trick version of Piaggio’s Multimedia Platform, which turns a smartphone into an onboard multifunctional computer and offers corner-by-corner adjustment of the APRC electronics to suit different portions of a race track. Now that’s trick! Price is still to be determined at press time.<br /><br />5. <b>Ducati 1299 Panigale</b><br />
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When Ducati makes a change to its flagship superbike, it’s a no-brainer that we want to ride it. So, when it was announced the 1199 Panigale would morph into the 1299 Panigale, Ducati had our full attention. With a massive 116mm bore size, the Panigale’s Superquadro engine gets bumped to 1285cc, and is claimed to make 205 hp, surpassing the elusive “double ton,” or, 200-hp mark. Combined with its claimed 106.7 lb-ft of torque, the merits of the bigger engine alone already had us anxious to ride the 1299.<br /><br />Of course, Ducati’s electronics package, featuring traction control, wheelie control, engine brake control, and race ABS, among others, will make getting all this power to the ground as easy as possible, but a safety feature we’re curious to try is the new Cornering ABS system. Basically, the system is supposed to allow aggressive braking while leaned over, greatly reducing the chances of tucking the front during deceleration. When traction control was first introduced on production bikes with the 1098R, I remember touching my knee on the ground, whacking the throttle, and being amazed by the fact I wasn’t being high-sided to the moon. Maybe I’ll build up the courage to be just as brave with Cornering ABS.<br /><br />Pricing for the base 1299 Panigale is set at $19,295. The up-spec S version goes up to $24,995.<br /><br />4. <b>MV Agusta Turismo Veloce</b><br />
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MV Agusta teased us with the Turismo Veloce in 2013, and maybe it’s the extended wait that makes us especially anxious as we head into 2015. Basically a more touring-oriented version of the Rivale, the TV has everything we love in a sport-touring rig: a sweet (798cc Triple) engine, decent wind protection, (optional) luggage capacity, and the ability to take a passenger in relative comfort. And if it handles anything like the Rivale, then it will surely be a special sport-tourer.<br /><br />Semi-active suspension on the Lusso version should be an especially nice touring feature, while MV Agusta’s MVICS electronics suite, which includes a quickshifter, traction control, wheelie control, and different ride modes, should up the enjoyment factor as well. U.S. pricing has yet to be revealed.<br /><br />3. <b>KTM 1290 Super Adventure R</b><br />
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Considering how much we love KTM’s 1290 Super Duke R (we did give it our Bike of the Year award, after all), you can see why we can’t wait to ride the next missile to come equipped with that engine, the 1290 Super Adventure R. KTM categorizes the Super Adventure as being a “travel enduro” bike, meaning, to properly evaluate it, we’ll have to pile an abnormally large amount of miles on the thing.<br /><br />Fine with us, as its freakishly large 7.9-gallon fuel tank means gas stops will be few and far between. And get a look at just a sample of the electronics the $20,499 Super Adventure R comes with: semi-active, long-travel suspension, cornering ABS, traction control, cruise control, tire pressure monitors, cornering headlights, and hill-hold control. Combine that with its big windscreen and even bigger saddlebags, and a trip around the world might almost seem like a Sunday stroll.<br /><br />2. <b>Kawasaki Ninja H2/H2R</b><br />
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It shouldn’t be a surprise the Kawasaki Ninja H2 and Ninja H2R are on this list. Though we understand if you’re a little stunned not to see the supercharged pair in the number-one spot. With 300 hp on tap from the non-street-legal H2R, and perhaps 100 hp less from the road-legal H2, both bikes will deliver an experience of acceleration unlike anything ever delivered from a major OEM. All of us are waiting in anticipation, hopeful for the chance to turn on the launch control, peg the rev limiter and dump the clutch – unsure as to whether our arms and necks are strong enough to counter the force of acceleration.<br /><br />The beauty of the H2 and H2R is that they aren’t just one-trick (acceleration) ponies. Sporty steering geometry, up-spec KYB suspension and a trellis chassis (a first for Kawi) will give the rider the confidence to peg a knee on the ground, while the all-important traction control means your chances of getting a bird’s-eye view of the bike if you get too greedy with the power are greatly reduced. The Kawi’s glaring downside is its 525-pound claimed wet weight, which might make stringing together multiple laps at speed a test of both mental and physical endurance. Nonetheless, the might and expertise of Kawasaki Heavy Industries is proudly on display in this technological tour de force, and pricing for the pair reflects it: $50,000 for the H2R and half that for the H2.<br /><br />1. <b>Yamaha R1/R1M</b><br />
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Yamaha played the hype machine just right with the R1 and R1M, letting the bike’s features and specifications speak for itself. So much so, it’s the 2015 model we at Motorcycle.com are most anxious to ride. Where do we even begin when discussing the reasons why? We can start with the 998cc inline-Four, its crossplane crankshaft, and the nearly 200 hp it’s claimed to put out at its crankshaft.<br /><br />And then there’s the nearly endless amounts of MotoGP technology littered throughout the R1, like magnesium wheels, titanium fracture-split con rods, aluminum fuel tank and a plethora of top-tech electronic rider aids built around a six-axis Inertial Measuring Unit. The multi-axis IMU senses pitch, roll and yaw data 125 times per second to mitigate wheelies and stoppies while providing sophisticated traction control and MotoGP-derived slide control. And on the up-spec R1M, there’s GPS telemetry and Ohlins electronic suspension. Yamaha’s latest R1s, at least on paper, have the markings to be a real game changer in the liter-class superbike field.<br /><br /><br /><i><span style="font-size: x-small;">source : http://www.motorcycle.com/top10/top-10-anticipated-motorcycles-2015.html</span></i>

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Yamaha FZ-09 (2014)

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FZ-09 is the first motorcycle from the tuning fork brand to sport the Yamaha’s new line of three-cylinder engines. Great in town and out of town ride with Yamaha FZ-09. Fact is the new Yamaha FZ-09 is far more entertaining and thrilling than it’s ridiculously low $7990 MSRP might suggest.<br />
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Engine Type: 847cc liquid-cooled DOHC 4-stroke; 12 valves<br />
Bore & Stroke: 78.0 x 59.1mm<br />
Compression Ratio: 11.5:1<br />
Fuel Delivery: Fuel Injection<br />
Ignition: TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition<br />
Transmission: 6-speed; multiplate wet clutch<br />
Final Drive: O-ring chain<br />
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Suspension / Front: 41mm fork; adjustable preload and rebound damping; 5.4-in travel<br />
Suspension / Rear: Single shock; adjustable preload and rebound damping; 5.1-in travel<br />
Brakes / Front: Dual hydraulic disc, 298mm<br />
Brakes / Rear: Hydraulic disc, 245mm<br />
Tires / Front: 120/70-ZR17<br />
Tires / Rear: 180/55-ZR17<br />
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Dimensions    <br />
Length: 81.7 in<br />
Width: 32.1 in<br />
Height: 44.7 in<br />
Seat Height: 32.1 in<br />
Wheelbase: 56.7 in<br />
Ground Clearance: 5.3 in<br />
Rake (Caster Angle): 25.0°<br />
Fuel Capacity: 3.7 gal<br />
Fuel Economy: 44 mpg<br />
Wet Weight: 414 lb

FZ-09 is the first motorcycle from the tuning fork brand to sport the Yamaha’s new line of three-cylinder engines. Great in town and out o...

Energica Electric Motorcycle 2014

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The Energica will be available to customers in the USA and Europe in 2014. <br /><br />According to Testoni, the Energica will have a range close to 80 km (around 50 miles) when ridden in sport conditions, and according to Energica spec sheets is estimated to reach closer to 150 km (around 93 miles) when ridden with less of a heavy hand. That may be difficult since it is claimed to be capable of a top speed over 130 mph. Testoni added that acceleration tests still need to be conducted to get a fair estimate of the measured quickness of the electric superbike.<br /><br />For a spec-sheet comparison between the Brammo Empulse: According to Brammo's claims the Empulse has the ability to reach just over 100 mph top speed and has a peak range of 121 miles. The Energica will definitely have to improve on battery life if they hope to be competitive in the States, especially considering the fact that the top-end Brammo currently retails at $18,995. The Energica is listed at over $22,000 at the moment, making this a luxury item that many will likely appreciate from afar, especially in light of the still slow economic recovery.  There's no information yet on the life cycle of the Energica battery in the press provided, but the mark set by Brammo is an alleged 1500 cycles to 80% capacity. The time necessary to charge the Energica will also be a crucial factor in whether this newcomer to the burgeoning electric motorcycle segment will be a lasting contender.<br /><br />In response to a question about the use of a tube-frame chassis, Testoni explained that it made for a lighter bike overall as well as a faster development turnaround than an aluminum frame. There’s still plenty of road and dyno testing to be done before we can put these claims to task, but this is shaping up to be an important segment in the electric motorcycle market and one that we will be paying keen attention to.<br /><br />Other items worth noting on the Energica spec sheet are the radial-mount Brembo calipers up front as well as the Sachs fully adjustable rear shock and Marzocchi fully adjustable front fork. The company also plans to offer a number of mechanical and cosmetic upgrades to the bike and verified that the white color scheme shown would not be the only one available to consumers.<br /><br />CRP is already accepting advance reservations for the Energica with a deposit of just over $600.

The Energica will be available to customers in the USA and Europe in 2014. According to Testoni, the Energica will have a range close to 8...

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL1200V '72

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And we were able to put some miles on Harley's newest Sportster in Southern Spain last month. On a very pleasant day in February, I take a seat on the slinky new Sportster 72.<br />
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I'm in the sun drenched south of Spain while the rest of Europe is back in the ice age. I fire up the Sporty and grab the mini ape hanger handlebar and let the 1202cc V-twin breath freely while the wind and the sun gently stroke my face.<br />
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The sound is unmistakably Sportster and the Evolution engine lives on. The 1202cc Sportsters produce approximately 70 horsepower, but Harley-Davidson only put an emphasis on the torque figure which is 70 ft. lbs.<br />
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There's a definitive clunk each time I shift up the five-speed gearbox, and this is typical Harley-Davidson. You're never left wondering whether you have hit a false gear or such and you're left with a solid feel rather than smooth. I tend to keep the Sportsters in the gears longer than the Big Twin models before I shift up than the Big Twin models.<br />
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It's in the name really and even the custom styled 72 tackles the corners with eagerness and light handling. The skinny white walled tires roll effortlessly through the corners. The 21-inch front wheel and the 16-inch rear are graced by retro steel laces.<br />
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The 72 is pretty much as narrow as motorcycles come and the rear wheel is fitted with a 150mm tire. Harley-Davidson's Seventy-Two weighs 556 lbs. ready to ride and for the Motor Company this is light weight.<br />
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The seat height is a low 27.9-inch, and the reach to the mini ape hangers for me is pretty much a relaxed arms straight forward affair. I'm 6 foot nothing)and somebody shorter may look even cooler on this bike as you then may have to stretch your arms a little bit upwards. The handlebar for me is placed just below shoulder height when sat in the seat.<br />
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Nobody should fear this riding position even if it looks a bit peculiar to those not used to custom bikes. Traditionally ape hangers was only something riders had fitted at their local custom shop, but Harley-Davidson have launched products in the past few years such as the Cross Bones and now the 72, so there's a slow growing trend for this type of handlebar.<br />
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Attitude is the key word here and you'll definitely separate yourself from the crowd with the 72. You're $11,199 away from looking like something born very wild but not quite as wild as Peter Fonda in Easy Rider (in real life, he rode a Honda and not a H-D by the way...). You'll save $600 if you choose the black denim or blue pearl paint options rather than the extravagant Big Red Flake as seen in this test.<br />
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Between my legs sits a small but stylish Peanut fuel tank which holds only three times the amount of fuel to oil. The 2.1-gallon capacity might not take you far but at least in style. As is the case with many Harley-Davidson models the 72 comes as standard only with a solo seat and a two-up seat must be purchased as an accessory.<br />
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Through the many corners I'm never really pushing because this is a Harley-Davidson and extreme handling isn't the name of the game. The ground clearance isn't the best and the foot rests scrape their way through most corners.<br />
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I find this quite a charming feature but I also make sure that I'm not carrying too much speed into the corners as it's better to be safe than sorry. I try to accelerate as soon as possible out of the corners though and use all that torque to my benefit.<br />
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Acceleration is also awarded with a rich soundtrack from the V-twin engine. The seat position feels quite free as I can push my upper body forwards easily if I want a little more weight up front and lean right back if I want to cruise along in fifth gear.<br />
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The 72 accelerates fast enough and I really like the brakes when it's time to brush off some of that speed. Only a single brake disc sits on the front wheel but it's still sufficient when using both the front and rear brake at the same time.<br />
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On the last Sportster I tested, the 48, I found that it was a little too easy to bottom out the front fork but this was never an issue on the 72. The suspension is quite hard and not built for outright comfort but it doesn't really matter much because as you ride into the sunset you also have to keep a petrol station in mind so plenty of breaks should you fancy a longer journey.

The XL1200V '72 is the Harley-Davidson Sportster follow up to the 48, and once again The Motor Company has launched a motorcycle for...

Harley-Davidson Seventy-Two, Preview and Spec

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The Motor Company's new creation was directly influenced by the chopper era, when minimal, low bikes were the coolest things on two wheels. And don't forget those diner-vinyl upholstered gel seats.<br />
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Frank Savage (Harley-Davidson Manager of Industrial Design) says: "In creating the Seventy-Two, we were also inspired by the vibe of the early chopper era. Those bikes were colorful and chromed, but also narrow and stripped down to the essentials. You look at period examples and they are almost as simple as a bicycle. It's a custom style that's very particular to America and that California scene."<br />
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First thing noticed on the top model is the Hard Candy Big Red Flake paint (the bike is also offered in Black Denim and Big Blue Pearl). It's sparkly affect is created after a long process. First there's a black base coat, followed by a polyurethane system that carries hexagon-shaped flakes that are more than seven times the diameter of metal flake used in typical production paint. Each flake is coated with a thin aluminum film and then tinted red. Four applications of clear coat, combined with hand sanding, create a smooth finish over the flakes, Harley says.<br />
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Frank Savage says: "The final touch to the Hard Candy Big Red Flake paint is a logo on the tank top and pinstripe scallop details on both fenders. Each was originally created by hand, and we recreated that art in a decal for production, so they still have the appearance of hand-applied graphics in that they are not exactly perfect. The graphics are then covered with a final clear coat application."<br />
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Other enhancements on the XL1200V, arrive from the use of a classic, 2.1-gallon peanut gas tank, chromed lace wheels, ten-inch ape hangers, a round air cleaner with a dished cover, and a solo seat decked out in 70s-era upholstery.<br />
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Following are highlights, specs, color options and MSRP for the 2012 Harley-Davidson Seventy-Two.<br />
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<b>2012 Harley-Davidson Seventy-Two Features:</b><br />
<ul><li>Air-cooled Evolution 1200cc V-Twin engine with Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI), rated at 73 ft. lbs. peak torque at 3500 rpm.</li>
<li>Powertrain is finished in Gray powdercoat with Chrome covers.</li>
<li>Paint color choices include Hard Candy Big Red Flake with period pinstripe details on fenders and fuel tank, Black Denim, and Big Blue Pearl.</li>
<li>Classic 2.1-gallon peanut fuel tank.</li>
<li>Dunlop white side wall 21-inch (MH90-21) front and 16-inch (150/80B16) rear tires.</li>
<li>Chrome Laced wheels.</li>
<li>Ten-inch mini-ape handlebar mounted on a two-inch high riser.</li>
<li>Chrome, eight-inch round air cleaner cover with center screw mount.</li>
<li>Chopped rear fender exposes rear tire.</li>
<li>Side-mounted license plate bracket.</li>
<li>Chrome, staggered, shorty dual exhaust with slash-cut mufflers.</li>
<li>Solo seat with black textured vinyl cover.</li>
<li>Handlebar-mounted speedometer with chrome cup.</li>
<li>Chrome rear fender struts.</li>
<li>Chrome coil-over pre-load adjustable rear shocks.</li>
<li>Forward foot controls.</li>
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<b>2012 Harley-Davidson Seventy-Two Specs:</b><br />
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<b>Dimensions:</b><br />
<ul><li>Length (in./mm): 894/2270</li>
<li>Seat Height (laden) (in./mm): 26.6/675</li>
<li>Wheelbase (in./mm): 60/1524</li>
<li>Tire Front: Dunlop Harley-Davidson Series narrow whitewall / D402F MH90-2154H</li>
<li>Tire Rear: Dunlop Harley-Davidson Series narrow whitewall / D401 150/80B1671H</li>
<li>Wheel Front: Chrome Steel Laced 21 in. x 2.15 in. (533 mm. x 76 mm.)</li>
<li>Wheel Rear: Chrome Steel Laced 16 in. x 3 in. (406.4 mm x 76.2 mm)</li>
<li>Fuel Capacity (U.S. gals/liters): 2.1/7.9</li>
<li>Weight as Shipped (lbs./kg): 545/247.2</li>
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<b>Engine:</b><br />
<ul><li>Air-cooled, Evolution</li>
<li>Displacement (in./cc): 73.3/1200</li>
<li>Fuel System: Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)</li>
<li>Transmission: 5-speed</li>
<li>Miles Per Gallon: 48 MPG combined City/Hwy</li>
<li>Horsepower: 73 ft. lbs. torque @ 3500 rpm</li>
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<b>2012 Harley-Davidson Seventy-Two Color Options/MSRP:</b><br />
<ul><li>Hard Candy Big Red Flake with period pinstripe details on fenders and fuel tank / $11,199</li>
<li>Black Denim / $10,499</li>
<li>Big Blue Pearl / $10,499</li>
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Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight

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Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight used the Sportster 1200 platform to create a post-WWII classic, the new Seventy-Two is designed to be evocative of the chopper era of the early 1970s.<br />
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All of the visual clues are there, including a 2.1-gallon Peanut tank, mini-ape handlebars, a 21-inch front hoop (16 in the rear), lace wheels, and a healthy dose of chrome.<br />
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Despite its radical look, the rake is a conservative 30.1 degrees and the wheelbase a manageable 60 inches even.<br />
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A Hard Candy Big Red Flake paint scheme is stunning, and ups the price by $700.<br />
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2012 Harley-Davidson Seventy-Two Quick Look:<br />
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<li>ENGINE TYPE: Pushrod V-twin</li>
<li>BORE x STROKE: 3.5" x 3.812"</li>
<li>TRANSMISSION: 5-speed</li>
<li>WHEELBASE: 60.0 inches</li>
<li>RAKE: 30.1 degrees</li>
<li>SEAT HEIGHT: 26.6 inches</li>
<li>CURB WEIGHT: 555 pounds</li>
<li>PRICE: $10,499</li>
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Exhaust for Motorcycle, LeoVince Ti-Tech X3

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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Leo Vince X3 Ti-Tech Exhaust</span></div><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">full system titanium/carbon fiber <b>X3</b> dual-muffler</span></div><br />
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Motorcycle Exhaust System<br />
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The LeoVince Ti-Tech X3 is a race-inspired full system that boasts quality construction, weight reduction and increased horsepower.<br />
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The fully stepped race headers and silencer body are entirely constructed of premium-quality AISI 304 stainless steel and are TIG welded for reduced weight, improved balance and incredible durability, even under the toughest motocross and off-road racing conditions.<br />
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The entire Leo Vince system weighs just 1.5 pounds more than LeoVince's full titanium race exhaust which is a class leader.<br />
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Ted Campbell (LeoVince USA's National Race manager and fourteen year Supercross veteran) says: "Globally we race in Supercross & off-road at every level but given the current state of the economy we wanted to offer riders all the power of our full Ti race systems in a more durable and affordable package. The Ti-tech exhaust does just that with equal performance, light weight and a higher level of durability starting at just $599.00."<br />
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The LeoVince Stainless and Titanium Ti-Tech X3 Full System is the same system used globally by LeoVince-powered racers and features:<br />
<ul><li>Substantial weight savings over stock</li>
<li>Horsepower boosts across the entire RPM range</li>
<li>CAD/CAM design for a precise fit</li>
<li>DuraPaqpacking material designed to last 50 hours before repacking, even under severe racing conditions</li>
<li>Machine-specific tuning to work with stock fuel settings</li>
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As always with LeoVince products, all link pipes and silencers are specifically designed for each engine model in order to enhance torque, maximize horsepower and allow you to install your exhaust and ride with no or little fuel setting adjustments.

Leo Vince X3 Ti-Tech Exhaust full system titanium/carbon fiber X3 dual-muffler Motorcycle Exhaust System The LeoVince Ti-Tech X3 is ...

Simoncelli is killed in MotoGP crash

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Marco Simoncelli is killed in MotoGP crash in Malaysia. His death comes one week after Indianapolis 500 winner Dan Wheldon was killed at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.<br />
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Medical director Michele Macchiagodena said Simoncelli suffered a "very serious trauma to the head, to the neck and the chest".<br />
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The death is the first fatality in MotoGP since Japan's Daijiro Katoh died from injuries sustained at the 2003 Japanese GP while, last year, Japan's Shoya Tomizawa died in a similar crash to Simoncelli in a Moto2 race in San Marino.

Marco Simoncelli is killed in MotoGP crash in Malaysia. His death comes one week after Indianapolis 500 winner Dan Wheldon was killed at La...

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