Friday, July 29, 2011

First Two-Bike Ride of 2010

It was Mary Ann's first ride of the season. Our plan was to ride to Port Dover on Tuesday March 9, and have a Perch dinner at Knechtel's. Of course her Burgman started up immediately. It took only two stabs at the starter button to fire up and keep running after almost four months sitting in the garage just waiting.

We have had a run of nice weather, the only thing I don't like is that the snow is still melting and causing a bit of water in some places on the road. So the bikes are getting a little spray on them. Otherwise, plenty of sunshine and warm enough that I don't need handlebar muffs or an electric vest. There are a number of other bikes out too.

On our trip down there was one situation where once again I came up behind a slow moving farm tractor in a village, pulling trailers with piles of stuff (I don't remember what) that blocked my view of the road. I pulled out to pass, and tried to not make Barry's mistake last year of exceeding the speed limit and running into a radar trap. This time I went around nice and slow, but immediately ran into a four way stop. It's hard to know what to do about tractors pulling trailers blocking the road. Some people follow along for miles at very slow speeds, adding to the confusion, some drivers go around at the first opportunity.

When we got to Port Dover, we almost had another accident. I put my helmet in the underseat compartment of the Burgman when we parked at Knechtel's and started to take off my jacket. Mary Ann had to take my helmet out again just for a minute to get hers in, and placed it on top of the seat, but then the seat moved and the helmet started to fall off. They say right in the instructions for the helmet, don't place the helmet on the seat. Apparently if it falls off and the shell cracks the pavement, you should replace it. And naturally, they always fall off if placed on a seat, even if it's only for one second. Luckily I caught it, it's really bad luck when you have the same helmet for 7 years and never drop it, then the third ride with a brand new helmet, down it goes.

Knechtel's was almost full at 12:15, and Mary Ann figures it must be a popular place with the locals. A perch dinner costs $10.00 and includes a salad bar, four pieces of perch, fries and coleslaw. It doesn't sound like much, but it really does taste good.

We left our bikes parked and went for a walk along the beach after dinner. As we walked along, we were passed by a guy on cross country skis. That's because for some reason there is a shelf of ice and snow between the sandy beach and the open water of Lake Erie, that you can actually ski on. We explored around the town a bit, and ended up at Tim Horton's for a coffee and donut. That's where you usually meet the motorcyclists on weekends, but even during the week it seems some riders like me, who are able to get out. Mary Ann is not usually interested in standing around talking about bikes, but when I'm there by myself I do that instead of walking on the beach.

On our way back to Kitchener, I was feeling kind of tired, so we stopped for a rest in Paris where the railway tracks go over the river. I usually like to go down the embankment where I can lay down on some concrete slabs that feel as comfortable as a Lazy Boy recliner, but Mary Ann stopped me and brought a sign to my attention that says "Do not pass this point". So instead I found another slab that was just as comfortable, except that it was actually a historical marker for the site. Mary Ann was horrified, but as I pointed out, there was no sign saying I could not use the historical marker as a backrest.

We decided one more stop for coffee in Paris before heading home. I'm not used to coffee any more, as I almost stopped drinking it because of my bladder stone, which has now been removed. So I found out one medium Tim Horton's coffee at 3 PM managed to wake me up and keep me awake until 2 AM.

Pictures, the Port Dover cemetery, and the Paris Green Lane Tim Horton's.

Yamaha R1 09 Graffiti Sport Bike Decal Kit

Pink Dump Trucks and Runaway Toyotas


I went for another motorcycle ride today, the warmest day so far. It was 14c when I left home. I turned back at New Hamburg, and took Bleams road back to Kitchener. In New Hamburg I saw a rare sight, a dump truck painted all pink. The driver was a man, I did check.

One thing that prompted the trip was this feeling that I should enjoy life as much as possible before I die. I always get that feeling after my regular checkup with my doctor, which I had at 2:30 PM today. This time there was nothing wrong with me, although the doctor did suggest eating more fruits, fiber and vegetables and fewer Tim Hortons donuts. Otherwise my probability of having a stroke is 13%, I did not inquire further about this alarming statistic. So today I ordered a raisin bran muffin as a compromise. And a large decaf. I don't usually order large, but with my last coffee, I won a free large coffee, and I had to cash in my winnings.

On the way home, I was stopping for a traffic light, and as I came to a stop, the car to my left suddenly accelerated and went through the light just as it turned red. It was a new Toyota Camry, what a coincidence. But I highly doubt that this was a case of UNintended acceleration. I might even call that "INtended acceleration". Why is it that Toyota drivers think they can get away with this stuff just because the newspapers and TV are filled with stories about unintended acceleration? I wonder if I was driving my Toyota, and I went through a red traffic light, and then either got stopped by the police, or had an accident, would I have the nerve to blame it on "Sudden Unintended Acceleration"? I don't think so.

While I'm on the subject of unintended acceleration, I am really surprised that there is still a debate about whether brakes are stronger than the engine. Some people think the engine is stronger than the brakes, some people think the engine is stronger in the short run, but brakes are stronger in the long run. Some people believe that to stop a car, you need assistance from the engine, which provides some drag when your foot is OFF the throttle. And another weirdness, some people think that all car brakes are "Hydraulically assisted". I think what they mean is that the brakes are "Hydraulically actuated" which is a totally different thing. Assisting means adding some force to the braking pedal, as in "power brakes". Actuated means transmitting the force of your foot directly to the brake hydraulically.

It is shocking how much ignorance is out there about car driving. But there are people reading while driving, which is about a hundred times dumber than not knowing the physics how brakes work.

So once again, I come to the rescue of Toyota. With dry pavement, the stopping distance of a car from 60 mph is 150 feet. I'm working in the old non metric system, since apparently in almost all cases of unintended acceleration, the driver only seems to understand feet and inches. The accelerating distance of a car, from 0 to 60 mph is 370 feet. The stopping is done mostly by the brakes, the acceleration is done by the motor. And the shorter the distance, the more power, whether it is braking 60-0 or accelerating 0-60. Now obviously, acceleration varies enormously, from an overloaded Toyota Yaris (longer distance) to a Turbo Porsche (shorter distance). So that gives you room to dispute the fact that according to distance alone, the brakes are twice as powerful as the engine. However in all cases, acceleration is limited by the power of the motor. But the brakes are limited by the traction of the tires. That's right, in order to be as powerful as the brakes, you would need a car with four wheel drive that is also capable of smoking all the tires from zero up to sixty mph. A car with enough engine power to spin even one tire, leaving a black streak on the road is rare. But to lay down four strips of rubber for 150 feet is likely going to require over 1500 hp. I have never seen a car that could do it. But the majority of cars can lay down a four wheel skid mark from 60 mph to zero.

And now for the long term. The engine can continue to put out that power until the gas tank runs dry, about 400 km. The brakes can continue to absorb that power for only about 1 km. until they burst into flames. Which means, if the engine takes off on its own, get that car stopped using the brakes in less than 1 km. If not, the other 399 km could get exciting.

Picture: Pink dump truck I got off the internet. I didn't have my camera with me to snap the pink truck I saw, and why bother when I can find a picture of anything imaginable on the internet?

Tuesday, July 26, 2011

YAMAHA LEXAM MODIFICATION PICTURES




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The picture will be "unearthed" that most likely form of this car had been in Vietnam a year ago ago.

Immediately after the first detailed images of the LEXAM YCAT appears, immediately appeared on the Internet a series of overall picture of the car. Owner of the picture is his charge to Thai Linh alviss90 nickname was accidentally recorded in the maintenance of a car going at Yamaha Town a year ago. The picture was recorded in mid October 2008 and in what Yamaha has announced this is exactly LEXAM completely new car model from Yamaha.
According to the original conjecture, Yamaha has been quietly studying and developing vehicle models from quite long ago as Vietnam has been chosen as the destination's first new car model from the left in the period studied . Models first experiment was secretly transferred to Vietnam for a long time. If LEXAM true that this model car, car body LEXAM is pretty good shape "String". Cluster steering and large size vehicle rather "mup MIP" if seen from behind. The integrated cluster fenders hanging fitting number plates also have relatively large size. Not many establishments that will use the LEXAM brake system combined CBS and electronic fuel injection system. According to this image, LEXAM YCAT used for two-wheel type hand brake before-after. Location to be fixed first leg in plastic flat compact form. Cavity inlet is smaller integration slot exit for free car horn. LEXAM use YCAT power locks have integrated features from safe cover.

SUZUKI JELATO MODDING PICTURES




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The Suzuki Jelato 125 is powered by a 124cc engine equipped with Suzuki's latest small engine fuel injection system. This fuel-injection system, which Suzuki calls DCP-FI. The Twist and Go automatic CVT transmission means there's no shifting, and the single cylinder 125cc fuel-injection engine is more than powerful enough for driving through the streets of Bangkok.

KAWASAKI KSR THAILAND MODIFICATION STYLE




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very unique and ancient looking, it is the first impression I got when I saw the picture of the kawasaki KSR-style modification with thailand. in thailand there was also a trend in the modification of motorcycle tires, the most visible modification is the tire of the kawasaki KSR is made very small. and I think it does not match the shape of the kawasaki KSR is similar to using a tire trail bike with such a small size. impression of the motor kawasaki KSR is very funny and silly.

Sunday, July 24, 2011

NEW YAMAHA MIO 125CC XEON

NEW YAMAHA MIO 125CC XEON
The presence or familiarly called Xeon Yamaha Yamaha Mio 125 cc in Indonesia has been increasingly felt.

Even a special site about 125 cc Yamaha Xeon already appeared on the official site of Yamaha.

And what about this Xeon motor specs? Well, this time to give clarity specifications detikOto scooter Yamaha Mio Yamaha Mio 125 cc or 125 cc.

As quoted from the official site of Yamaha, Wednesday (04/28/2010) Yamaha 125 Xeon adopt cooled liquid that serves to control the temperature so the temperature at Yamaha claimed the engine remains stable.

Yamaha Xeon compression pressure is higher and more maximum power. But not explained whether the compression is higher than its competitors or scooter variants lower class below him.

For that detikOto try to compare with the Yamaha Mio Soul. As a comparison, 113.7 cc Yamaha Mio Soul, or variants of Yamaha's scooter highest current compression is 8.8: 1 with a maximum of 8.9 ps energy in 8000
rpm. While torque is 7.84 Nm at 7000 rpm. But if Yamaha claims 125 cc Yamaha Xeon higher, means it can be imagined how much compression Xeon Yamaha 125 cc.

In addition Xeon Yamaha 125 cc Cylinder DiASil also adopted a working quickly to keep the engine in order not to wear and machine condition remains stable.

Cylinder DiASil technology can also maintain long-lasting Forged Piston. Technology DiASil Forged Piston Cylinder and also immersed in Jupiter MX 135 cc.

Yamaha Throttle sensor pin on the Xeon 125 cc, so in addition to fuel economy, acceleration is also better because it fit with the opening of the carburetor, and RPMs.

While for the exhaust, 125 cc Yamaha Xeon contain elements of sportiness. Where pinned protective heat shock and the use of catalysts which function to reduce excessive exhaust emissions. Given that Yamaha claims 125 cc Xeon very friendly environment.

While the watchlist detikOto some time ago, the body size of 125 cc Yamaha Xeon is not far different from the big body of Suzuki SkyDrive almost the same alias. And for a fancy, Xeon also uses the cover of dusk light handlebar.

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Yamaha FZ 16 Photo Gallery

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General information
Model:Yamaha FZ16
Year:2009
Category:Naked bike
Rating:75.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes
Safety:See our safety campaign with the high safety rated bikes in this category.
Engine and transmission
Displacement:153.00 ccm (9.34 cubic inches)
Engine type:Single cylinder
Stroke:4
Power:14.00 HP (10.2 kW)) @ 7500 RPM
Torque:14.00 Nm (1.4 kgf-m or 10.3 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Max RPM:8500
Compression:9.0:1
Fuel system:Carburettor
Valves per cylinder:2
Fuel control:SOHC
Ignition:Digital
Starter:Electric
Lubrication system:Wet sump
Cooling system:Air
Gearbox:5-speed
Transmission type
final drive:
Chain
Physical measures
Dry weight:126.0 kg (277.8 pounds)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc:134.0 kg (295.4 pounds)
Chassis and dimensions
Frame type:Macho
Front suspension travel:120 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear suspension:monocross
Rear suspension travel:120 mm (4.7 inches)
Front brakes:Single disc
Front brakes diameter:265 mm (10.4 inches)
Rear brakes:Expanding brake (drum brake)
Speed and acceleration
Top speed:135.0 km/h (83.9 mph)
Power/weight ratio:0.1111 HP/kg
Other specifications
Fuel capacity:12.00 litres (3.17 gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity:2.00 litres (0.53 gallons)
Fuel consumption pr. 10 km (6.2 miles):50.00 litres (13.21 gallons)
Color options:red, black, flaming orange
Further information
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Insurance, loans, tests Check out insurance here. Search the web for dealers, loan costs, tests, customizing, etc.
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Friday, July 22, 2011

JMCS : asia - Jakarta Motorcycle Show

 JMCS : asia - Jakarta Motorcycle Show
2010 JMCS : asia - Jakarta Motorcycle ShowMotorcycle exhibition in Jakarta 2010 we can see the latest motorcycles from leading automotive manufacturers motorcycle. Industry supporters also enliven motorcycle exhibition which was held at Jakarta Convention Center. Collection motor what will appear in show event.
Motorcycle manufacturers participating include Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, TVS Motor, Bajaj and Piaggio. All motorcycle manufacturers will also display motorcycle concept, motorcycle accessories (like a helmet) and a variety of interesting events for the visitors. the largest motorcycle industry exhibition show event sponsored by Pertamina also provides lottery (door prize) to attract visitors. Prizes are awarded fairly excited, namely motorcycles from Honda (Techno Revo AT), Suzuki (125 SkyDrive Dynamic), Yamaha (Vega ZR), Kawasaki (Edge) and of TVS Motor (RockZ New). PT Astra Honda Motor show Honda CBR 250R, large motorcycles and motorcycle racing CBR 1000R RC212V. Yamaha is not to be outdone by exhibiting YZR-M1 racing motorcycle, Moped automatic (first motorcycle from Yamaha), Jupiter MX, Jupiter Z, Vega ZR (duck motors ), Byson, Scorpio Z dab V-Ixion (motor racing) and Xeon , Mio Sporty and Mio Soul. Suzuki also ready with a parade of motor collection of New Shogun, Thunder 125, Titan 115, Skywave 125, Spin SkyDrive 125 and 125. Another manufacturer that is present with TVS RockZ TVS, TVS Apache, TVS RTR and Neo. Bajaj ready to compete well with the P135-generation LS and the new Pulsar 180. this event has organized by Dyandra Promosindo cooperate with Indonesian Motorcycle Industry Association was held at Jakarta Convention Center (Assembly Hall and Main Lobby) starting on November 3 to 7 2010. Admission price of Rp 5,000 (Wednesday Thursday Friday) and Rp. 15,000 (Saturday Sunday) with opening hours of the exhibition every day from 10:00 to 21:00 pm.

Modifikasi Yamaha Classic




Last weekend, in Bandung, West Java, Yamaha antagonism Cuzztomatic 3 alternation was captivated with participants from regions I (Sumatra, Kalimantan, Jakarta, Banten and West Java). The challenge is assuredly set a 2008 Yamaha Mio Soul about-face Budi "Big" Rahmanto as the winner.
On this scooter, the chief modifier offers a new concept. Extra advanced rear caster arbor with no rewind. During this time, added modifiers generally called to the abstraction that the apparatus charge be backed with ample wheels.
Kok, can not rewind the caster axis? Here Big try alive the position of the agent to the larboard to 8 cm. This about-face makes the handle of a accepted agent (engine mounting) unused. Instead, "Created new handle with the appearance and admeasurement to chase the aboriginal model," said the man who afraid on H Street Mugeni No. 1, Pisangan, East Jakarta, this.
The appearance and anatomy architecture accept additionally been afflicted completely, the appulse of the apparatus actuality moved. If you still use the original, Big words, the carburettor will be stuck. Therefore, cartilage larboard redesigned.
Big is actual agog to use a custom anatomy that resembles Fino. These designs, he said, altogether ill-fitted to the hot rod theme. Only, the advanced headlights agnate to the classical archetypal of the competitors. Hence, back the contest, the lights Honda Scoopy additionally placed on the motor to reinforce the difference Modifikasi Yamaha Classic.

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