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Motorcycle Insurance Information MV Agusta 2012 F3

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2012 MV Agusta F3

THREE CYLINDERS, MADE IN ITALY

THE NEW MV AGUSTA F3 - The new MV. A new work of art on wheels is arriving that will upset the balance of power. As with all MV’s this new model is synonymous with excellence, style and technology. The new F3 will apply these principles to a new market segment, the middle weight supersport category.

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2012 MV Agusta F3

If the F4, considered the most beautiful motorcycle in the world, set the styling and performance standards by which all others are judged, the new F3 has completely exceeded all previous conceptions of what a supersport motorcycle should be, redefining an entirely new category. Light weight, power and electronics working in complete harmony on a new motorcycle that pushes the concept of supersport to the extreme.

Powerful, hyper-light and more compact than any other motorcycle in existence. The F3 sets the new standard by which all other supersport motorcycles will be judged and compared. A completely new project that was created by CRC, the research center that has continually designed and developed the motorcycles of dreams.

The styling is pure MV Agusta, as with its big sister the F4, but the F3 is even more unique. The new “middle weight” by MV follows the philosophy of all the MV Agusta works of art while pushing the limits of the supersport category with a maniacal attention to detail. The exhaust system has a triple pipe side exit muffler and is the perfect example of how design and function coincide perfectly. There is no doubt, the new F3 is a true MV Agusta

2012 MV Agusta F3 Features

MV F3: Engine

The powerplant of the new F3, an inline 675cc three cylinder, plays homage to the most victorious motorcycle brand in the word. With this layout MV raced and won an unprecedented number of races and world championship titles. This iconic engine has now returned in the form of an avant- garde middle weight supersport with performance technical solutions based on the demands of Claudio Castiglioni who is convinced that this is the ideal architecture for a middle weight supersport. The engine is the most compact, incredible short and narrow engine ever seen in this category. The powerplant is incredibly modern in design, technologically advanced and capable of generating the most power ever seen in this category. One of the numerous technical features is the counter- rotating crankshaft, never before seen on a production supersport engine.

MV F3: Electronics

The most advanced electronic engine control system has been designed specifically for this extraordinary three cylinder. For the first time on an MV (and in the middle weight supersport category) there is Ride By Wire with multi-maps that optimize the power output in all riding conditions. The MV TC traction control has been incorporated into the engine control system raising the dynamic control to a new level on the F3.

MV F3: Chassis

As always, those who ride MV Agusta’s have become accustomed to having the very best components and the maximum performance from the chassis. The new F3 follows this tradition with a level of quality that exceeds most of the 1000cc superbikes on the market. As with all previous MV’s, the advanced frame design incorporates a mix of steel tubing and aluminum side plates that wrap around the ultra compact engine offering a level of compactness never before seen on a supersport motorcycle. The compact engine dimensions left the maximum liberty to design the most advanced chassis on the market with an exceptionally long single sided swingarm that guarantees traction and feedback to the rider. The components, as always, are of the highest quality. The Marzocchi front fork is completely adjustable as well as the Sachs rear shock. The front brake system consists of a Nissin radial master cylinder and Brembo radial calipers and discs. It is simply the best and the new standard by which all other middleweight supersport bikes will be judged.

THREE CYLINDERS, MADE IN ITALY

The dominance of MV Agusta in the motorcycle Grand Prix’s is in part due to their most victorious engine design. Of the 37 world titles won by the bikes from Cascina Costa, 10 are attributed to the bikes with the inline three cylinder engines. MV Agusta was the first motorcycle manufacturer in the world to believe in this technical solution, a risk that paid off with countless victories. The three cylinder project began as a twin cam 350 followed by a 500cc version, these bikes were legendary for their power as well as their lighter weight and improved aerodynamics compared to the 4 cylinder competition.

The project was designed at the request of Count Agusta, developed on the race track by Giacomo Agostini and raced by the greatest champions of all time winning immediately. Initially the 350 twin cam, followed by the 500 twin cam, these motorcycles became the reference point for all of the other manufacturers as they offered unmatched performance allowing them to dominate the competition. This dominance was translated into 10 world championship titles, 9 Italian championships and 215 race wins. The MV three cylinder was a motorcycle unequaled by the competition by applying technology that was advanced for its time and destined to become the future for all high performance engines.

Even today, the classic three cylinder MV Agusta is an example for the rational application of technology and pure styling. A style so unique that it transcends to the soul of the MV’s of today. Having to choose which engine layout would power the new MV Agusta middle weight, Claudio Castiglioni chose the most rational configuration of the three cylinder. A choice that is technically advanced while at the same time respects the long history of MV Agusta and their countless successes with this engine layout. Today, as well as in the past, the F3 takes advantage of a very compact design, advanced technology and unparalleled power.

With the new F3, history and future are fused into a single entity giving form to the most beautiful and technologically advanced “600”, a motorcycle that clearly marks the beginning of a new era.

2012 MV Agusta F3 - Press Release 1

OF MOTORCYCLING. A STORY CALLED MV AGUSTA.

Varese, 17th September 2010 – After years of continuous design and development along with ongoing research to create the most beautiful and technologically advanced 600cc bike of the world, the first pictures of the “real” MV AGUSTA F3 are revealed.

About MV Agusta:
Founded in Italy in 1945, MV Agusta has created some of the most exquisite, sought-after motorcycles in the world, renowned for their attention to detail, superior craftsmanship, and provocative design. MV Agusta boasts an unprecedented 75 Championship titles securing its place in the annals of motorsport legend.

2012 MV Agusta F3 - Press Release 2

MV AGUSTA F3: THE STAR OF THE SHOW

The 60th International Motorcycle Exposition, the most important motorcycle show in the world, has come to a close and all votes have been counted for the traditional "Most Beautiful Bike" Award. The clear winner is the MV Agusta F3.

Varese, 8 November 2010 – All of the votes have been cast. MV Agusta with the new F3 has earned the title “Most Beautiful Bike of the Show”. The election was organized by the magazine Motociclismo, the most important and informed motorcycle magazine in Italy. The new MV Agusta F3 dominated the vote tally during the entire period of the show capturing a total of 38.5% of over 12,000 votes cast. Behind the F3, with 20.6% of the votes, was the Ducati Diavel and occupying the third place on the podium was the Kawasaki ZX-10R with 8.5% of the votes.

The award ceremony was held during the conclusion of the Show at the Motociclismo stand with Giovanni Castiglioni, the Managing Director of MV Agusta, Corrado Capelli, the President of Confindustria ANCMA and EICMA along with Piero Bacchetti, the President of Edisport Editorial all in attendance. The award ceremony was the final act of an intense week of expositions and events which saw more than 500,000 visitors flock to the conference halls at the Fiera di Milano in Milan, Italy.

The F3, a true work of art on two wheels, literally dominated the scene with the attendants waiting in line for a view of the new masterpiece. The latest creation by MV Agusta has redefined motorcycle style and performance. Light weight, powerful and with the latest electronic controls all working together in harmony has come to redefine perfection. The new F3 has taken the concept of supersport to the extreme and has become the new reference point for all others to follow.

The unmistakable lines of the new MV Agusta, as with its big brother the F4, are unique and continue to stand out in the crowd. The new middleweight MV builds upon the already consolidated concepts continually applied on all MV Agusta motorcycles and pushes the limits even further with an attention to detail never before seen on a superbike. The tripple side exit exhaust system is only a single example of the unique application of form and function on this new masterpiece.

For the historical manufacturer from Italy, this is a further recognition of the immense amount of energy and resources that MV Agusta is dedicating to the constant development of their new products. The F3, at its first public debut, has been confirmed as the most desired motorcycle by all of the motorcyclists in the world.

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About MV Agusta:
Founded in Italy in 1945, MV Agusta has created some of the most exquisite, sought-after motorcycles in the world, renowned for their attention to detail, superior craftsmanship, and provocative design. MV Agusta boasts an unprecedented 75 Championship titles securing its place in the annals of motorsport legend.


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Honda 2013 CBR1000RR C-ABS Motorcycle Insurance Information

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2013 Honda CBR1000RR C-ABS

The Essential Superbike


This year we’re again offering the CBR1000RR C-ABS in two versions, one with Combined Anti-Lock Braking System (C-ABS), the first ever on a production Superbike.

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2013 Honda CBR1000RR C-ABS
USA Specifications
US MSRP Price: $14,899 USD

- Model: CBR1000RR C-ABS
- Engine Type: 999.8cc liquid-cooled inline four-cylinder
- Bore and Stroke: 76.0mm x 55.1mm
- Compression ratio: 12.3:1
- Valve Train: DOHC; four valves per cylinder
- Induction: Programmed Dual Stage Fuel Injection (PGM-DSFI) with 46mm throttle bodies, Denso 12-hole injectors
- Ignition: Computer-controlled digital transistorized with 3-D mapping
- Transmission: Close-ratio six-speed
- Final Drive: #530 O-ring-sealed chain

- Suspension
Front: 43mm inverted Big Piston Fork with spring preload, rebound and compression damping adjustability; 4.3 inches travel
Rear: Unit Pro-Link Balance-Free Rear Shock with spring preload, rebound and compression damping adjustability; 5.4 inches travel

- Brakes
Front: Dual radial-mounted four-piston calipers with full-floating 320mm discs
Rear: Single-caliper 220mm disc
Honda Electronic Combined ABS

- Tires
Front: 120/70ZR-17 radial
Rear: 190/50ZR-17 radial

- Wheelbase: 55.5 inches
- Rake (Caster Angle): 23.0° 3'
- Trail: 96.0mm (3.8 inches)
- Seat Height: 32.3 inches
- Fuel Capacity: 4.7 gallons, including 1.06-gallon reserve
- Estimated Fuel Economy**: 41 MPG

- Colors:
CBR1000RR C-ABS: Black

- Curb Weight*: 465 pounds (CBR100RR C-ABS)

* Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and full tank of fuel-ready to ride.

** Miles per gallon values are calculated estimates of fuel consumed during laboratory exhaust emissions tests specified by the EPA, not during on-road riding. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you ride and maintain your vehicle, weather, road conditions, tire pressure, cargo and accessories, rider and passenger weight, and other factors.

Meets current EPA standards.
Models sold in California meet current CARB standards and may differ slightly due to emissions equipment.
Specifications subject to change.

2013 Honda CBR1000RR C-ABS Review


The Essential Superbike...

It’s hard to improve on a machine that’s already as good as Honda’s incredible CBR1000RR C-ABS. You can build a faster bike or one with more power, but probably nothing that combines power, handling, riding quality, and overall build quality to the degree this versatile open-class sportbike does.

And that’s a huge issue. Riders everywhere are rediscovering the fact that they want a motorcycle that sets high standards, but sets them in a balanced way. CBR riders have known that for decades. And they know another secret: a better balanced bike can actually be faster than one with just a lot of power.

This year we’re again offering the CBR1000RR C-ABS in two versions, one with Combined Anti-Lock Braking System (C-ABS), the first ever on a production Superbike.

Finding the sweet spot in Superbike design means attaining that perfect balance between power and handling-a balance point that allows the bike to function as an integrated, complete package for superior feel and performance. And that's exactly what the Honda CBR1000RR C-ABS brings to the table. Credit the race-proven 999cc engine that smoothly pumps out huge midrange power and torque for class-leading real-world muscle. And the lightweight aluminum frame is equipped with a modern-design Big Piston Fork and Honda's Unit Pro-Link® rear suspension system that features a patented Balance-Free Rear Shock-all to sharpen the CBR1000RR C-ABS's renowned ultra-responsive middleweight-style handling. The aggressive bodywork isn't there just for good looks; it's also been designed and tested to provide the correct aerodynamic flow that aids high-speed handling. In short, the CBR1000RR C-ABS simply defines the pure essence of all that a liter-class sportbike should be.

2013 Honda CBR1000RR C-ABS Key Features

New for 2013

- C-ABS model available in Black.
- 999cc liquid-cooled inline four-cylinder
- Standard against which all other literbikes are measured

Second-Generation HESD.

The compact second-generation HESD helps maintain predictable high-speed handling and low-speed maneuverability. Way more sophisticated than a simple fixed-rate damper, it’s one of the keys to the CBR1000RR C-ABS’s extraordinary handling.

LCD Instrumentation.

The CBR1000RR C-ABS’s full-screen LCD instrumentation includes a lap timer, trip and fuel-consumption computer, five-level customizable shift indicator, gear-position indicator and peak-rpm memory function.

Combined ABS Brakes.

The CBR1000RR C-ABS’s Combined ABS (C-ABS) system is the first of its kind on a Superbike. Even the most critical motorcycle testers rave about how well they work. Find out what the experts have to say about this revolutionary feature.

Additional Features

- Transferable one-year unlimited-mileage limited warranty; extended coverage available with a Honda Protection Plan.

Honda Genuine Accessories *

- Color-Matched Passenger Seat Cowl, Carbon Fiber-Look License Plate Frame, Carbon Fiber-Look Tank Trim, Carbon Fiber-Look Fuel Lid Cover, Carbon Fiber-Look Rear Cowl, Energy Seat, Rear Tire Hugger

* WARRANTY: Because we're so confident in the quality of each of our Honda Genuine accessories, we're pleased to offer one of the best warranties in the industry. One-year warranty begins on the day accessories are purchased by the customer.

2013 Honda CBR1000RR C-ABS Features and Benefits

Honda Electronic Steering Damper

LCD Instruments
The CBR1000RR C-ABS’s full-screen LCD instrumentation includes a lap timer, trip and fuel-consumption computer, five-level customizable shift indicator, gear-position indicator and peak-rpm memory function.

12-Spoke Wheels
With their consistent rigidity and balance, these sharp-looking 12-spoke cast aluminum wheels work with the BPF fork to enhance suspension feedback to deliver real handling improvements.

BPF Front Suspension
The CBR1000RR C-ABS’s front suspension uses a Big Piston Fork (BPF). The 43mm Showa fork is smoother and more responsive, and gives you excellent front-end feedback.

Layered Fairing
There’s no mistaking the 2013 CBR1000RR C-ABS, thanks to its Layered Fairing bodywork. Lean, mean, more aggressive from front to back, it’s a real attention getter, even when it’s standing still.

Electronic Combined Anti-Lock Braking (C-ABS)
Electronically controlled Combined ABS distributes brake force over both wheels, helping to maintain braking confidence in less than ideal conditions. The system electronically measures rider input on the brake lever and pedal and applies only the front or rear brake in some cases, or combines both brakes in other situations.

Dual-Stage Fuel Injection
Two sets of injectors per cylinder for both low- and high-rpm performance. Instantaneous high-rpm response, along with great low-rpm metering and clean running.

Assisted Slipper Clutch
Superbikes can deliver a great deal of backtorque through the driveline, upsetting handling. Not the CBR1000RR C-ABS. Its Honda-designed Assisted Slipper Clutch is the same type used on our MotoGP bikes. The design does away with the need for heavy clutch springs ensuring full power transmission with smooth shifting and a light clutch pull at the lever.

Twin-Spar Aluminum Chassis
Four-piece aluminum frame design balances strength, rigidity, and lightness. Wrapped tightly around the engine, the structure helps centralize the CBR1000RR C-ABS's mass for more responsive handling--some of the best anywhere on two wheels.

Unit Pro-Link® Rear Suspension
The CBR1000RR C-ABS features premium suspension front and rear. In the back, the Unit Pro Link design uses a Balance Free Rear shock that uses a double-tube design for smoother and more accurate response.

Gull-Wing Swingarm
The CBR1000RR C-ABS’s braced aluminum "gull wing" swingarm is deliberately long. That helps deliver improved traction and gives the rider excellent chassis feedback.


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2013 Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade

Aerodynamically functional layered fairing. The CBR1000RR incorporates the layered fairing concept resulting in improved functionality. The fairing creates a large pocket of calm air around the rider, improving comfort, while also helping draw air through the cooling system. These intricately worked surfaces also add to the machine's aggressive looks. An integrated chin spoiler in the nose also reduces aerodynamic lift at speed, improving handling.

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UK Specifications
UK RRP: £TBA (Prices are recommended and inclusive of VAT @ 20% and delivery)

ENGINE
Type Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 16-valve DOHC inline-4
Displacement 999.8 cc
Bore x Stroke 76 x 55.1mm
Compression Ratio 12.3 : 1
Max. Power Output 131kW/12,000min-1 (95/1/EC)
F-Type Power Output Figure 78kW/11,000min-1 (95/1/EC)
Max. Torque 112Nm/8,500min-1 (95/1/EC)
F-Type Power Output Figure 86Nm/7,000min-1 (95/1/EC)

FUEL SYSTEM
Carburation PGM-DSFI electronic fuel injection
Throttle Bore 46mm
Aircleaner Dry, panel-type paper filter
Fuel Tank Capacity 17.7L
Fuel Consumption 5.57L/100km (62 miles) (WMTC mode)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Ignition System Computer-controlled digital transistorised with electronic advance
Ignition Timing 3.2° BTDC (idle) ~ 45° BTDC (7,500min-1)
Sparkplug Type IMR9E-9HES (NGK); VUH27EC (DENSO)
Starter Electric
Battery Capacity 12V/6AH
Headlights 12V; 55W 1 (low) / 55W 2 (high)

DRIVETRAIN
Clutch Wet, multiplate with diaphragm spring
Clutch Operation Mechanical; cable-actuated
Transmission Type 6-speed
Primary Reduction 1.717 (79/46)

Gear Ratios 1 2.286 (32/14)
2 1.778 (32/18)
3 1.500 (33/22)
4 1.333 (32/24)
5 1.214 (34/28)
6 1.138 (33/29)

Final Reduction 2.625 (42/16)
Final Drive 530 'O'-ring sealed chain

FRAME
Type Diamond; die-cast aluminium twin-spar

CHASSIS
Dimensions (LxWxH) 2077mm x 685mm x 1135mm
Wheelbase 1,407mm
Caster Angle 23° 18'
Trail 96.3mm
Turning Radius 3.2m
Seat Height 820mm
Ground Clearance 130mm
Kerb Weight 200kg (F: 52.5%; R: 47.5%)

SUSPENSION
Type Front
Telescopic inverted fork with an inner tube diameter of 43 mm, and a Big Piston Front Fork with preload, compression and rebound adjustment, 120mm stroke

Rear
Unit Pro-Link with gas-charged HMAS damper featuring 10-step preload and stepless compression and rebound damping adjustment, 138.2mm stroke. Rear Balance Free Rear Cushion with preload, compression and rebound adjustment, 62mm stroke.

WHEELS
Type Front 12-spoke cast aluminium

Rear 12-spoke cast aluminium

Rim Size Front 17 x MT3.50
Rear 17 x MT6.00

Tyre Size Front 120/70-ZR17M/C
Rear 190/50ZR17M/C

Tyre Pressure Front 250 kPa
Rear 290 kPa

BRAKES
Type Front 320 x 4.5mm dual hydraulic disc with 4-piston calipers and sintered metal pads

Rear 220 x 5mm hydraulic disc with single-piston caliper and sintered metal pads

All specifications are provisional and subject to change without notice.

* Please note that the figures provided are results obtained by Honda under standardised testing conditions prescribed by WMTC. Tests are conducted on a rolling road using a standard version of the vehicle with only one rider and no additional optional equipment. Actual fuel consumption may vary depending on how you ride, how you maintain your vehicle, weather, road conditions, tire pressure, installation of accessories, cargo, rider and passenger weight, and other factors.

2013 Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade Review

In 2013, the CBR1000RR will be available in two new colour versions: Tricolour and Repsol.

The 2012 CBR1000RR built on the legacy of "total control" that had shaped its predecessors for 20 years since the introduction of its original ground-breaking forerunner, the CBR900RR, at the EICMA show in 1991. Since then, successive evolutions of the machine have layered advancement upon advancement, while retaining its defining strength of a perfect balance between power and control.

Under the overall development concept of "natural evolution of Super Sports", the 2012 CBR1000RR development team concentrated their efforts on the chassis to enhance riding enjoyment even further. In particular new wheels and new front and rear suspension systems were introduced for even better handling, traction and braking performance. The advanced Balance Free Rear Cushion rear suspension was a world-first for a production motorcycle.

The team also created a new, even more aggressive styling to better communicate the dynamism and sheer speed of the new CBR1000RR. In addition, the already comprehensive instrument panel was updated with additional functionality making the bike more user-friendly

2013 Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade Key Features

Styling
Dynamic styling package
The nose, layered main fairing and tail section create an aggressive and a dynamic look.

Suspension
Balance Free Rear Cushion
The advanced Showa rear shock system (offered for the first time on a production motorcycle on the 2012 CBR1000RR) uses a double-tube design to ensure smoother and more accurate response, superior damping and improved traction.

Big Piston Front Fork
The CBR1000RR also features inverted 43mm telescopic forks with Showa's Big Piston technology. With a unique design to reduce internal pressures, the Big Piston Front Fork offers improved damping, increased front tyre grip and better stability under braking.

Wheels
12-spoke wheels
Stunning 12-spoke cast aluminium wheels provide consistent rigidity to work with the forks and deliver improved handling.

Instrument panel
Enhanced instrumentation LCD
Includes a lap timer, gear position indicator and tachometer with 4 modes of display.

Clutch
Assisted slipper clutch
Reduces the engine back-torque transmitted to the rear wheel when shifting down, increasing chassis stability under deceleration and on corner entry.

Steering
Second generation HESD steering damper
Essential on such a light, compact and yet powerful machine, the Honda Electronic Steering Damper delivers both high-speed stability and light, responsive low-speed steering.

Brakes
Optional Combined ABS
The Fireblade can be experienced with Honda's advanced electronically-controlled Combined ABS braking system, which offers all the reassurance of Honda's Combined Brake System and antilock braking.

Engine
PGM-DSFI settings
The CBR1000RR has a hugely powerful 999cc inline-4 engine; the fuel injection settings make it smooth and easy to use, particularly at smaller throttle openings.

2013 Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade Features and Benefits

Styling

Embodying speed and dynamism
The previous CBR1000RR was designed around the keynote themes of 'compact dimensions', 'lightweight' and 'mass centralisation'. For 2012, it was decided that the styling should underline the sheer speed and dynamic potential of the CBR1000RR. Some styling keys remain - for example, the familiar vertical slit in the fairing side panels was retained, providing visual tension. The result is a more graceful profile that draws the eye from the sharper nose, and revised air intakes, to a more elegant tail. The overall effect is a more dynamic and faster-looking machine, one whose strongly-defined lines leave no doubt as to its performance potential.

Aerodynamically functional layered fairing.
The CBR1000RR incorporates the layered fairing concept resulting in improved functionality. The fairing creates a large pocket of calm air around the rider, improving comfort, while also helping draw air through the cooling system. These intricately worked surfaces also add to the machine's aggressive looks. An integrated chin spoiler in the nose also reduces aerodynamic lift at speed, improving handling.

Suspension

Unique Balance Free Rear Cushion
The main objectives for further developing the CBR1000RR's suspension set-up were a smoother suspension action, improved rider feel and increased grip and traction. The rear suspension system uses the Unit Pro-Link configuration and introduces the first Balance Free Rear Cushion produced by Showa on a production motorcycle.

Developed in conjunction with world-leading suspension specialists Showa, instead of the conventional single-tube layout, the Balance Free Rear Cushion uses a double-tube design: the damper case and an internal cylinder. The damper piston features no valves. Instead the damping force is generated as displaced oil passes through a separate damping component.

In the conventional structure, the compression-side damping force was generated in two places with the main and sub damping valves, but elimination of the sub valve and concentration in one place allows pressure changes within the cushion to be controlled even more smoothly. And because there is no small amount of oil being used at high pressures, damping force response is improved and damping force can function smoothly during load input. Moreover, damping force can be generated smoothly when switching from tension to compression due to smooth pressure changes.

The Balance Free Rear Cushion delivers more consistent damping over the duration of a ride, plus improved shock absorption and therefore greater traction since contact is more consistently maintained between the rear tyre and the road or track surface. This technology has been proven in both the prestigious Suzuka 8 Hour race and the MFJ Superbike All Japan Road Race Championship. Indeed a CBR1000RR Fireblade fitted with a Showa Balance Free Rear Cushion won the 2010 Japanese Superbike championship, underlining the advantages of this advanced new suspension solution.

Easily accessed rear suspension adjusters
The combination of Honda's Unit Pro-Link rear suspension and the Showa Balance Free Rear Cushion brings more than simply improved rear suspension performance and increased traction. To allow road and track riders to more easily adjust the rear compression and rebound damping performance, the adjusters have been placed prominently on the top of the shock body, offset to the left. As a result the rear suspension can be more quickly adapted to suit different riding conditions and requirements.

Big Piston Front Fork
To complement the Balance Free Rear Cushion, the front suspension system comprises a pair of inverted 43mm telescopic forks with Showa's Big Piston Front Fork technology. The forks use a unique construction with a bigger damping volume to effectively reduce the hydraulic pressure generated as the forks compress and extend. The result is reduced play during the initial stroke and smoother damping, helping maximise tyre contact with the road or track, giving the rider improved handling, a reassuring feel from the front tyre and enhanced stability during hard braking.

Wheels
12-spoke cast aluminium wheels
The 2012 CBR1000RR featured new 12-spoke cast aluminium wheels which offer more consistent rigidity. Together with the new suspension, these wheels provide improved handling and feedback for the rider.

Frame
Aluminium frame with optimised rigidity balance
The CBR1000RR's four-piece aluminium frame combines all the most desirable attributes of a high-performance frame. It delicately balances the strength, rigidity and lightness required for both superb handling and a strong power-to-weight ratio. Wrapped tightly around the main components of the machine, the frame also contributes to the centralisation of mass, a guiding principle of Honda's racing and road-going bikes that contributes to both stability and responsive handling. At the rear of the frame the gull-wing swingarm is deliberately long. It works with the innovative Unit Pro-Link rear suspension, a configuration derived from Honda's 990cc RC211V MotoGP racer, to deliver outstanding traction and high levels of rider feedback.

Steering Damping
Second generation HESD Honda Electronic Steering Damper
Conventional hydraulic steering dampers increase high-speed stability but bring unfavourably heavy steering at low speeds. The CBR1000RR's HESD system monitors the bike's speed and tailors the damping force accordingly. It enhances stability at speed by minimising sudden steering angle changes while also leaving the steering light and uncorrupted at low speed.

Brakes
Unrivalled braking power
Since 2009 the CBR1000RR has been offered with optional electronically-controlled "Combined ABS" (C-ABS), a high performance antilock braking system which has been specifically developed for Super Sport machines. This revolutionary system does away with the pulsating effect associated with conventional motorcycle ABS technology, leaving the rider free to enjoy safe and powerful braking without the risk of locking a wheel, even on a racetrack. At the same time the Combined Braking System also continually optimises the front/rear distribution of the braking effort being applied.

Exhaustive testing on both road and track has shown that the C-ABS system allows the full use of the available braking power without wheel locking or pitching. Modifications to the amount of front braking activated when first applying the rear brake on the 2012 model created even more stable braking performance.

The powerful front brakes comprise a pair of radially-mounted four-piston calipers and a pair of floating 320mm discs. To reduce weight and ensure optimal rigidity, the monoblock calipers are machined from a single piece of aluminium.

Equipment
Full LCD Instrumentation
The CBR1000RR uses multi-function LCD instruments to communicate everything from gear position to coolant temperature and speed. The cockpit display is dominated by a digital bar-type linear tachometer that scrolls from left to right as the engine speed increases. Beneath this are the main numerical readouts: gear position, coolant temperature, speedometer, clock/lap time, trip/fuel efficiency/fuel consumption and odometer/numerical tachometer. At the bottom of the display are lights for such functions as headlight high beam, neutral and indicator function.

Customisable tachometer
Clear and easy to read in all light conditions, the tachometer has four display modes: Conventional, which uses black LCD segments to show current rpm; Reverse, which uses black LCD segments to show remaining rpm; Peak Hold, which indicates rpm in the conventional way and also leaves a tell-tale segment showing the peak rpm achieved; and Single Segment, which uses a single segment to show current engine speed. In addition, the odometer may be switched to display engine rpm numerically.

Lap timer
Four modes are available on the lap timer, an important tool for circuit riding. As well as the lap timer itself, the display can show fuel consumption, average fuel efficiency, travelled distance and total elapsed time. To assist debriefing after a session, lap time recall mode shows the fastest lap time and the lap on which it was set.

5-level shift indicator
To maximise performance and ensure gear shifting at the optimum engine rpm, the 5-level shift indicator display uses highly visible white LEDs, adjustable for brightness. The LEDs illuminate sequentially as the engine rpm rises, finally blinking at a chosen preset rpm (default is 13,000rpm but this can be set between 4,000rpm and 13,000rpm). The interval between sequential illumination can also be set at 0, 200 or 400rpm.

Engine
Compact, powerful and lightweight liquid-cooled DOHC inline 4-cylinder
The Fireblade has always used an inline 4-cylinder engine combining a high specific power output with the low weight and compact dimensions required for a compact, agile chassis. The engine is designed to achieve high engine speeds, with a bore of 76mm, a stroke of 55.1mm - giving a total displacement of 999cm3 - and a nickel-silicon carbide (Ni-SiC) surface treatment on the cylinder walls to reduce friction and ensure complete reliability, even in competition use. Lightweight engine internals contribute both to engine performance and handling, by helping reduce the machine's overall weight.

Precise control
The settings of the race-bred Programmed Dual Sequential Fuel Injection system (PGM-DSFI) were revised for 2012 to ensure even more precise fuelling and a usable power delivery at all times. Particular attention was paid to the PGM-DSFI settings at small throttle openings.

The CBR1000RR engineers focused on the engine's response at low speeds so that when riding winding country roads or when cornering at low speeds, the response will be delicate, predictable and progressive. By analysing throttle inputs and engine response in these conditions, the 2012 CBR1000RR achieved an improved level of control at throttle openings of up to 25%. At such openings the fuel injection has been set to deliver small changes in power and torque output. Then, as the throttle opening becomes larger, these changes in output become progressively greater. The result is an engine that responds with greater accuracy to the rider's inputs, giving a greater road-holding feel from the rear tyre, enhanced manoeuvrability, even on demanding sections of road or racetrack, and highly usable, linear acceleration.

Smooth, accessible performance
Despite its prodigious levels of power and torque, every effort has been made to ensure the engine functions as an integrated part of a balanced Super Sport riding experience. In 2010 the alternator flywheels were made bigger and crankshaft rigidity increased accordingly. These changes increased the inertial mass of the crankshaft by 6.87%, ensuring a smoother and more consistent power delivery together with improved throttle control. Refinements such as a move to an aluminium cylinder head sealing bolt, a thin-walled flange section for the exhaust pipe and a smaller fan motor were made at the same time to avoid an increase in overall weight.

Exhaust emissions
The exhaust system has been made to reduce the emission of harmful exhaust gases. A high-absorption catalyser material has been adopted within the exhaust, which together with the oxygen sensor, constantly tailors the fuelling for the most efficient combustion mixture ensures full EURO-3 compliance.

Assisted slipper clutch
The CBR1000RR is fitted with a slipper clutch of the same type as that used in the 800cc RC212V MotoGP racer. The design ensures full power transmission together with ultra-smooth gear shifting and a light lever feel. In the critical corner-entry phase, when the rider must brake, judge their cornering line and shift down the gearbox simultaneously, the slipper clutch decreases the burden by reducing the torque passed from the engine to the rear wheel, reducing the chance of rear tyre losing traction and therefore increasing stability and ensuring smooth clutch operation.

Colours
The 2013 CBR1000RR will be launched in five colours.

- Tricolour (NEW!)
- Repsol (NEW!)
- Pearl Sunbeam White
- Victory Red
- Graphite Black

Model history

In November 1991 Honda unveiled the CBR900RR - a machine that would revolutionise the Super Sport sector. Since the arrival of the first Superbike, the CB750, more than 20 years earlier, much had changed. Chassis rigidity, four cylinder engine performance and suspension sophistication had all evolved considerably but Super Sport machines had also grown heavy. A dedicated team at Honda, working under Tadao Baba, knew there was another way. Reduce a motorcycle's bulk and weight and you can achieve more speed with less power. Such thinking also enables you to build a bike with the braking and cornering performance to leave rivals breathless; a machine so pure in its responses that an experience akin to riding a purpose-built race bike can be made available in a production motorcycle. The launch of the CBR900RR Fireblade changed the Super Sport world forever.

The CBR900RR remained a high performance benchmark through the 1990s and into the first years of the 21st century. This was achieved through careful evolution, the relentless development of new technologies and an unwavering dedication to the "total control" concept that had made the original CBR900RR such a landmark machine. Engine capacity rose from 893cc through 919cc and 929cc to 954cc, the corresponding escalation in power output matched all the time by advances in frame, braking and suspension technology.

MotoGP's move to include 990cc four-stroke machines from 2002 and the changes to the World Superbike Championship regulations in 2004, raising displacement to 1000cc, both shaped the evolution of the Fireblade in the 21st century. The result was an all-new machine that elevated the Super Sport experience to new levels: the CBR1000RR Fireblade.

Launched in 2004, the CBR1000RR held nothing back. It was the result of a driving concept as pure as the one behind the first Fireblade: "the crown jewel of Honda Racing DNA, the strongest RR". The all-new 998cc engine delivered searing performance from a unit so light and compact it allowed the development team to realise another key objective: mass centralisation. The bike's weight was concentrated, increasing both stability and manoeuvrability. There was more. Unit Pro-Link rear suspension delivered excellent road holding. A centre-up exhaust system, with its underseat muffler, further optimised the machine's weight distribution. Minimalist fairings reduced aerodynamic drag for no loss of high-speed stability. And the first generation Honda Electronic Steering Damper (HESD) married secure high speed running with light, responsive steering at low speeds.

In 2008 an all-new CBR1000RR delivered still-greater Super Sport satisfaction. More compact, more powerful and more sophisticated than its predecessor, the new machine used the same thinking on mass centralisation that had shaped the previous model to further reduce handling inertia. The result was a 1000cc bike that didn't lose out to 600cc rivals on twisting roads or tight, technical race circuits. This generation of CBR1000RR also debuted important new technology. The assisted slipper clutch enabled smooth downshifts, increasing stability and rider enjoyment, while Honda's electronically-controlled "Combined ABS" system, launched on the CBR1000RR in 2009, was the first antilock braking system developed specifically for the unique deceleration of Super Sport motorcycles.

In 2012, 20 years after the launch of the first CBR900RR Fireblade, Honda evolved the large-capacity Super Sport concept once again to create a new CBR1000RR that continues the Fireblade's proud history.

Evolution of a legend

1992-1995, CBR900RR Fireblade (893cc)
Initially developed as 750cc machine, the first CBR900RR went on to combine 893cc power with an ultra-light chassis and aggressive geometry to create a revolution, one that would establish the Fireblade legend almost overnight.

1996-1999 CBR900RR Fireblade (919cc)
A significant evolution of the original machine, the more powerful 919cc (1mm larger bore) engine worked with a more sophisticated chassis to deliver even greater performance.

2000-2001 CBR900RR Fireblade (929cc)
The first Fireblade to use PGM-FI fuel injection technology, the 929cc Fireblade also boasted a completely new chassis. This mounted the swingarm to the rear of the engine cases to realise a lighter and more compact chassis package.

2002-2003 CBR900RR Fireblade (954cc)
Lighter and more powerful than the 929cc machine, the 954cc Fireblade also featured a more rigid chassis and swingarm, higher footpegs in order to reach greater lean angles and more aerodynamic bodywork. The result was astonishing performance on both road and track.

2004-2005 CBR1000RR Fireblade (998cc)
Inspired by Honda's 990cc RC212V MotoGP machine, the CBR1000RR debuted a raft of new technologies to move the Fireblade forward. Key features included a powerful 998cc engine, the first generation HESD electronic steering damper and a Unit Pro-Link rear suspension configuration.

2006-2007 CBR1000RR Fireblade (998cc)
Lighter, more powerful and better handling than the previous model thanks to improvements such as lighter swingarm, revised suspension settings and a new exhaust system, this generation CBR1000RR perfectly illustrates the Fireblade's relentless pursuit of perfection.

2008-2011 CBR1000RR (999cc)
An-all new styling package wrapped around a lighter die-cast frame and more powerful short-stroke engine. Taking mass centralisation to the next level, the 999cc CBR1000RR used an underslung silencer in place of the previous underseat configuration and an assisted slipper clutch, to improve stability under braking and during corner entry.

2012-2013 CBR1000RR (999cc)
The 2012 model further built on the heritage of 20 years of "total control". In 2013 the model is enhanced with two new colour versions: Tricolour and Repsol.

Optional equipment

The CBR1000RR Fireblade can be personalised with a range of Honda Genuine Accessories.

Hugger
A painted hugger protects the rear shock absorber from dirt splashes and also adds a high-class, sporty look to the CBR1000RR. The single-piece unit is available in bodywork colours to create a seamless sporting entity.

Carbon-fibre accessories
A range of carbon-fibre accessories will give your CBR1000RR the ultimate sports finish and underline the machine's rich racing heritage.

The carbon-fibre hugger is based on that used on the Repsol Honda RC212V in MotoGP and features a Honda Racing logo. An optimised number of carbon layers ensures the perfect balance of weight, handling and durability.

Similarly, at the front end, a carbon-fibre mudguard also reflects the CBR's racing pedigree with a Honda Racing logo, while its soft edges and clear coating exude class.

A set of quality carbon-fibre crankcase covers protects that famous powerplant with an advanced composite cover on the left and, on the right, also protecting the clutch cover, a guard featuring the Honda Racing logo.

Seat cowl
To add a more focused sporting look to the CBR1000RR, a rear seat cowl gives a sharp and aggressive finish. It replaces the standard pillion seat pad, yet still offers the same easy access to the underseat storage area. Available in 3 different colour versions and featuring the famous Honda Racing logo, it offers the classic performance image.

High windscreen
A black-tinted high windscreen - 27mm higher than the factory standard - gives the CBR1000RR an added performance edge, while complying fully with European homologation regulations. It also integrates perfectly with the machine and, even with its side stays, does not compromise visibility, drivability or manoeuvrability.

To underline the CBR1000RR's racing heritage, a Honda Racing logo is featured on the high screen.

Other CBR1000RR accessories:

" Averto alarm
" A series of tank pad and fuel filler cover sets
" A comfort seat E-cushion
" A rear maintenance stand
" 2 indoor cycle covers and an outdoor cover
" A tank bag
" A wheel sticker set
" A Honda OptiMate 5 battery optimiser
" A fairing scuff guard set

Honda Assurance

You can be sure that, like all Honda Genuine Accessories, those for the Honda CBR1000RR fit perfectly because they have been developed alongside the model. They are all subject to Honda's rigorous testing procedures to make sure they adhere to our exacting quality standards, which is why they're offered with a two-year Honda warranty.


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Gambar Motor VICTORY High-Ball 2012 specifications, review


Gambar Motor
2012 VICTORY High-Ball

Stripped down. Bare bones. A bold throwback.

The 2012 Victory High-Ball rumbles down the road in the spirit of the classic bobber with an outright refusal to sacrifice performance along the way. Built piece by piece around the road-pounding 106 Freedom V-Twin, it’s a ride with all the power and agility you’d expect from a Victory. If you’re a pure rider with a passion for old-school styling, this is the bike you fire up for the first time and never look back.

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Specifications
USA MSRP - $13,499 USD

Engine
Battery 12 volts / 18 amp hours
Bore x Stroke 101 x 108 mm
Charging System 38 amps max output
Clutch Wet, multi-plate
Compression ratio 9.4 : 1
Cooling System Air / oil
Displacement 106 ci / 1731 cc
Engine Type 4-stroke 50o V-Twin
Exhaust Staggered slash-cut dual exhaust with crossover
Final Drive Carbon Fiber Reinforced Belt
Fuel Capacity 4.5 gal / 17.0 ltr
Fuel System Electronic Fuel Injection with dual 45mm throttle body
Oil capacity 5.0 qts / 4.75 ltr
Primary Drive Gear drive with torque compensator
Transmission 6-speed overdrive constant mesh
Valve train Single overhead camshafts with 4 valves per cylinder, self-adjusting cam chains, hydraulic lifters

Chassis Dimensions
Dry Weight 659 lbs / 300 kg
Ground Clearance 4.7 in / 120 mm
GVWR 1151 lbs / 522 kg
Length 92.5 in / 2350 mm
Rake/trail 31.7o / 6.7 in / 170 mm
Seat Height 25.0 in / 635 mm
Wheelbase 64.8 in / 1647 mm

Suspension
Front Suspension Conventional telescopic fork, 43 mm diameter, 5.1 in / 130 mm travel
Rear Suspension Single, mono-tube gas, cast aluminum with rising rate linkage, 3.0 in / 75 mm travel, preload adjustable spring

Brakes
Brake System Type Conventional
Front braking system 300mm floating rotor with 4-piston caliper
Rear braking system 300mm floating rotor with 2-piston caliper

Wheels and Tires
Front Tire 130/90-16 67H Dunlop Cruisemax
Front Wheel 16 x 3.5 in
Rear Tire 150/80-16 71H Dunlop Cruisemax
Rear Wheel 16 x 3.5 in

Color Options
Colors Solid Black

Key Victory High-Ball Key Features

Ape-Hanger Handlebars

Make a statement with two fists in the air. These blacked-out Apes give this bike its signature profile and send grown men running for their mommy’s. Pull ‘em down low for a more relaxed, but no less intimidating riding position. 1Short Front FenderLess is more. This shorty front fender offers protection from whatever the road throws your way without taking away from the “bare necessities” spirit of the bobber style.

Two-Tone Tank with New Victory Logo

The matte-black and white color scheme on the tank tie it in with the rest of the bike. Then we ditched the usual badge in favor of a specially designed, painted-on logo that gives this bike a true custom look.

Short Front Fender
Less is more. This shorty front fender offers protection from whatever the road throws your way without taking away from the “bare necessities” spirit of the bobber style

16-Inch Lace Wheels with White Sidewalls

Wide 16-inch wheels, featuring an old-school lace design with white sidewalls, are a throwback to a classic style and help give our bike a custom feel right out of the box. Wherever you want to go from here, these wheels will take you

Blacked-Out 106 cu. in. Freedom V-Twin

Like a dark storm cloud rumbling on the horizon, our blacked-out powerhouse will alert the townspeople of your impending arrival. The road-pounding Freedom V-Twin kicks out an incredible 97 hp and 113 ft.-lb. of torque. Hell yeah!4Blacked-Out Exhaust PipesAin’t no chrome here. We gave the High-Ball a blacked-out paint job, head to tail, that gives it all the happy, coziness of the Grim Reaper. So if you ever find yourself needing to blend in with pavement, this is your bike.

Blacked-Out Exhaust Pipes
Ain’t no chrome here. We gave the High-Ball a blacked-out paint job, head to tail, that gives it all the happy, coziness of the Grim Reaper. So if you ever find yourself needing to blend in with pavement, this is your bike


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