When it comes to buying a road bike, it is important to make sure that you are buying your own bike instead of having someone else pick it out for you. This is especially true for women, as what may work wonderful for someone of the male gender may not work as well for you. In fact, most of the bikes you see on the showroom floor are designed for the proportions of the average male. Since women are built much differently it is beneficial to make sure that there are bikes for the women gender.

In most cases, women have shorter torsos and arms and longer legs then a male that is of the same height. The feet and hands of a woman are generally on the smaller side and the shoulders of a female are narrower. Along with narrower shoulders, women also have wider hips. These are the reasons many women find that they cannot ride comfortable on a bike that is made to fit a man.

But by making sure that the woman's bike has shorter stems, shorter cranks, smaller handlebars, and a wider saddle. There are even women's road bikes out there that have a set tube angle that is steeper and a taller head tube, which makes riding a lot easier. These adjustments, while they may seem silly and unnecessary to some people, have a lot of reasoning behind them.

The wider saddle for the woman's road bike will ensure that there is no tissue damage by not having a sit that fully accommodates the sit bones of a woman. The brakes and shifters are adjusted to fit smaller hands so that it is easier for the woman to control the bike. And the shorter bars that are easier to reach help to make sure that there is not too much strain placed on the arms and back of the woman in the attempt to ride the road bike.

Maybe though, you still do not feel as though these generic women's bikes are going to work for you. If you have a little bit of money and time to spend then you can always ordered a custom made women's designed road bike. The bike will be designed to fit around you, your particular riding style, and your personal tastes. This means that you will really be able to become one with the bike and you will be able to ride for much longer periods of time without becoming strained.
So now that you are aware of the differences between a woman's specific road bike and a regular designed bike that was made with the male gender in mind, why would you go with anything else? You have not only your posture to consider but also your muscles as well. Make sure that you are protecting your body and making sure that you will be able to enjoy all of your bike rides from now on. Either pick up a regular women's designed road bike or design your own and begin to truly enjoy riding.

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HP2 bmw Heavy Bike

HP2 Sport Bike is the sportiest, most powerful and lightest Boxer ever manufactured by BMW. HP2 Sport is the same high performance sport bike that Richard Cooper and Brian Parriott rode to fifth and sixth place finishes in the April's Daytona 200. The HP2 (High Performance 2 Cylinder Boxer) Sport Bike is available in limited supplies and has the MSRP tag of $25,375 plus taxes, license, options and handling charge.

The Latest Sportiest Boxer Arrives at U.S. BMW Motorrad Retailers
Woodcliff Lake, NJ - May 9, 2008... Thrill seekers rejoice! The BMW HP2 Sport has arrived at U.S. BMW Motorrad retailers. The same high-performance sport bike that Richard Cooper and Brian Parriott rode to fifth and sixth place finishes in last month's Daytona 200 is now available in limited supplies for serious motorcycle enthusiasts. The high-performance (HP) two (2)-cylinder Boxer -- customized to meet the requirements of the ambitious sport rider -- has a manufacturer's suggested retail price of $25,375 (excluding taxes, license, options, and handling charge).

The sportiest, most powerful and lightest Boxer ever manufactured, the HP2 Sport features numerous exclusive details, previously restricted to racing, that were never before seen in series production vehicles. Technology such as the self-supporting and aerodynamically optimized fairings made completely of carbon fiber, the quick shifter, a dashboard similar to that used in the MotoGP, the forged aluminum wheels and brakes with radially bolted calipers make the HP2 unmistakably athletic on both country roads or the racing circuit.

The most striking difference between the BMW HP2 Sport from the earlier endurance racing Boxer is the brand new cylinder heads: each of the double overhead camshafts (DOHC) uses a drag lever to actuate the valves that are larger than those on the BMW R 1200 S. Further modifications, such as the flow-optimized intake and outlet, new forged pistons and adapted connecting rod, help the engine to achieve the necessary higher output compared to the basic engine. A new stainless steel exhaust system is placed below the engine for the first time, keeping the lower area of the motorcycle extremely slim for greater freedom of movement for a "hanging off" riding position. Although designed for racing prowess, the BMW HP2 Sport does not forego the safety benefits of ABS. A sophisticated anti-blocking system, specially adapted to the HP2 Sport, is available as an option and is configured so that it can be deactivated for the racetrack.

Following the BMW Motorrad Motorsport design, the HP2 Sport features white lacquering on the windshield, rear, mudguard and side cover. The engine spoiler carries the two-tone "HP2" lettering; and the lattice frame and wheels are lacquered in the BMW Motorrad color of Motorsport Blue.

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VMax Bikes Styles

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BIKES BMW Gallery

2010 BMW K1300S Action

2010 BMW K1300S Picture

2010 BMW K1300S Orange Color

2010 BMW K1300S Side View

2010 BMW K1300S Sport Bike

2010 BMW K1300S Rear Angle View

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Yamaha FZ 16 - 2009

If you were amazed by the looks of so called "Lord Of The Streets", Yamaha FZ 16, then just have a look at this Mega Beast Yamaha FZ 1 - A clear advanced version of FZ 16, with a powerful engine, smoother edges and more muscular looks. Launched by Yamaha Europe. The FZ1 has got heart-pumping knockout performance and it’s got serious attitude on top of that, a lean and mean look that’s all about raw power.

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Heavy Bikes On Roads

Heavy Bikes On Roads

now its UK's famous bike manufacturer and burn its tyres on Indian roads, by the end of this year.

"We plan to get in a series of models from our line-up," Nick Bloor, whose family owns the Triumph brand, said.
Bloor, the export manager for the company, said Triumph was negotiating with seven to eight firms in India, that includes Bajaj Auto and a lifestyle product maker.
" to formulate a strategy for getting into India and are confident to find a partner by the middle of this year," he said.

The models that the company is planning to launch includes 2300-cc 'Rocket III Touring' cruiser, covered in chrome and infused with Triumph's original and authentic styling.

Urban sports bikes like the 675-cc 'Street Triple' and the amazing 'Daytona 675', that won the Best Supersport in both the Supertest and Masterbike 2007 track tests in Spain, could also come in.
However, with import duty, price could be a deterrent. The Rocket III, the company's flagship product, costs around 12,000 pounds in the UK and would cost you well over Rs 18 lakh after a duty of about 110%

"These products cater to a different and niche segment and we come here with an eye on the future. We feel it is an exciting market with fantastic growth potential," Bloor said.

Modern classics like the 865-cc 'Bonneville' and a deluxe version of the sixties icon, the 'Bonneville T100' could also come in.

"Powered by air-cooled parallel twins, their performance, brakes and fuel injection are tuned to current times, even though they are classic,"

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HEAVY BIKES Mission One EV 150 MPH!

Mission Motors has just revealed its all-electric sport bike and the family-friendly version of our initial reaction goes something like, "Holy Mother of God and all that is good and decent!", followed immediately by the sound of our jaws hitting the floor. After a couple of years of staying almost perfectly in stealth mode, the Mission One is being unveiled today at the TED (Technology, Entertainment, Design) conference. The Yves Béhar-designed bike sets a new performance standard for electric two-wheelers with a top speed of 150 mph and an estimated range of 150 miles. Of course, the strength of an electric drivetrain is torque and the Mission One has 100 lb-ft of the stuff on offer from the first twist of the throttle up until 60 mph. When it makes its race debut at the TTXGP on June 12th, we suspect the other entries will be scrappin' it out for second place.

To bring this amazing machine to market, Forrest North and his two co-founders, Edward West and Mason Cabot, have assembled a real dream team with incredible depth and experience and whose resumés list companies like Tesla Motors, Ducati and Google. The first 50 bikes produced will be a special Limited Edition model delivered in 2010 bearing a $68,995 price tag, while a standard, more affordable Mission One will be announced this summer. If the goal of this company was to create a paradigm-busting object of desire, then we say, "Mission accomplished." Mouth watering specs below and official press release after the break

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A Heavy bike symphony |Bimota's DB7 Oronero|

Bimota's DB7 Oronero: a sportsbike symphony in carbon fiber

In its past reincarnation, Italian motorcycle company Bimota built a reputation around its ability to take the great Japanese and Italian engines of the time and put them into a chassis package that would actually handle - but when the brand relaunched in 2003, many wondered what relevance Bimota would have in an era when the vast majority of modern sportsbikes handle brilliantly straight out of the crate. But it seems there's still room at the top end of the market for bespoke chassis designers, which is a good thing because otherwise we'd never see revolutionary designs like the center-hub steered TESI 3D or the magnificent DB7 Oronero, which boasts one of the first all-carbon fiber frame, subframe and swingarm packages ever to grace a production bike. A truly pornographic piece of motorcycle art, the Oronero also promises breathtaking performance with a weight of just 164 kilograms being propelled by the 164-horsepower Ducati 1098 powerplant.

While carbon fiber bodywork might be reasonably common on top-end motorcycles, it takes a true bespoke company like Bimota to take the material through to its logical conclusions. Inspired by Forumla One and military aircraft chassis design, Bimota crafted the Oronero's frame and swingarm to share the original DB7's geometry while saving weight and allowing much more precise frame stress control. The seat and tail unit is entirely carbon fiber, and supports itself without a subframe. The fairings, clutch cover and even the tank are also carbon - the rearsets, shock and exhaust provide accents of billet aluminum and titanium to add some flash to the otherwise brutal and stealthy look.

The digital dash is one of the most advanced computers ever mounted on a production sportsbike, and it features inbuilt GPS and datalogging - the GPS can recognize a racetrack that you're riding on, automatically record laptimes and record your sessions for later visual playback and analysis.

The hammering 164-horsepower Ducati 1098 engine rattles up a storm in neutral thanks to a semi-exposed dry clutch. It's re-tuned for more midrange in the DB7 than it made in the 1098, but that was hardly necessary; the 1098 happily lifted the front wheel in third gear with no such additional grunt. With all the weight savings the Oronero makes through its use of carbon fiber, the bike ends up with a hair-raising 1:1 horsepower to weight ratio.

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Heavy Bikes | Honda Atlas

Honda Atlas-Heavy Bikes

The Honda Atlas Cars Pakistan Limited is a joint venture between Honda Motor Company Limited, Japan and the Atlas Group, Pakistan. Outside Japan it is the biggest and largest motorcycle plant in Asia

With the emphasis of a heavy bikes being on speed, acceleration, braking, and maneuverability, there are certain design elements that most motorcycles of this type will share. heavy bikes have comparatively high-performance engines resting inside a lightweight frame. The combination of these help maintain structural integrity and chassis rigidity. Braking systems combine higher performance brake pads and multi-piston calipers that clamp onto oversized vented rotors. Suspension systems are perfect in terms of adjustments and materials for increased stability and durability. Front and rear tires are larger and wider than tires found on other types of motorcycles to allow higher cornering speeds and greater lean angles. Fairings may or may not be used on a heavy bike, when used, fairings are shaped to reduce aerodynamic drag as much as possible and provide wind protection for the rider. The performance of some stock heavy bikes is so high they can be used on a any track without modification.

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Suzuki GSX-R1000

The GSX-R1000 is a super bike from Suzuki's GSX-R series of motorcycles. It was introduced in 2001 to replace the GSX-R1100 and is powered by a liquid-cooled 999 cc (61.0 cu in) inline four-cylinder 4-stroke engine.
In 2006, Suzuki revealed a significantly updated GSX-R1000 for 2007 at the Paris motor show. The new bike gained 14 lb (6.4 kg) over the 2006 model which was due to its new exhaust system and new emissions regulations. To counter this significant weight increase, Suzuki claimed improved aerodynamics. Although not a completely new model, the engine and chassis have been updated. It also featured three different engine mapping configurations, selectable via a three-position handlebar switch; standard, sport, and 'wet'. Pricing has been quoted at US$11,399.The 2007 model carried over to 2008 without any significant improvements. MSRP increased to US$11,499.

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2009 new Hayabusa

The Suzuki Hayabusa (also known as the GSX1300R in some countries) is a hyper sport motorcycle originally introduced by Suzuki in 1999. It has a 1298 cc (79.2 cu in) inline-4 engine and was consistently tested as the fastest production motorcycle in the world.The 2008 model has a MSRP of US$11,999.

Competition in the hyper sport bike segment increased with the release of motorcycles like the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 and BMW K1200S. This increased competition led to Suzuki heavily revising the GSX1300R for the 2008 model year.Suzuki has dropped the GSX1300R designation in some countries and simply called the motorcycle the Hayabusa. The engine size was increased to 1340 cc (81.7 cu in) with the compression ratio increasing to 12.5:1. The revised engine has a claimed 12% increase in power to 194 hp (145 kW).Fuel is now fed through a pair of new 44 mm (1.7 in) Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve (SDTV) throttle bodies. The Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (S-DMS), a technology introduced on the GSX-R line of motorcycles, provides three options of power delivery for a range of touring to wide open high performance. Some of the more notable features include a new 4-2-1-2 exhaust system meets Euro 3 and EPA Tier 2 emission regulations, a slipper clutch, and redesigned bodywork.The motorcycle is capable of the following performance:1/4 mile (402 m): 9.34 seconds @ 149.7 mph (241 km/h)0–60 mph: 2.49 seconds0–180 mph: 15.9 secondsTop speed: 188 mph (303 km/h) electronically restricted

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FASTEST HEAVY BIKE OF THE WORLD

SUZUKI GXR-1300

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Aston Martin 77 | Extreme Expensive Car

Most of you don’t know what is the most expensive car in the word, so I think you should know that the Aston Martin One 77 was sold at $1.5 Million USD. Incredible, but real!

As the name says, only 77 pieces will be made and all of these are already sold.

It seems that people do have money, because I don’t think this car is too cheap!
This supercar accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.5 seconds and it may reach more than 300 km/h.
Photos from one-77.com

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Brilient Design | 2020 Concept Theory

Eco Factor: 3-seater car powered by lithium batteries.

Glimpses of the future have always attracted one and all. These visions get even more exhilarating if they show green and non-polluted urbanities. The “Mutant-X”, designed by Rajeev Nair, is one such car that has the potential to clean the future with its electric, zero emission engines.

The car can carry three passengers and is powered by a battery that powers the independent motors fixed on the wheels of the car. The car comes with thin wheel spokes, sharp rear view cameras, a center-mounted steering wheel with all touch sensitive multifunction displays, advanced passive safety systems and other safety features that include posture sensors and emotion sensors, which sound an alarm in the car if the person on the wheel gets lazy.

The vehicle also includes advanced cruise control, which enables the car to change its wheel base according to the speed at which it’s cruising. The rear wheels along with the extended wheel arc can shrink inside along the axis of the vehicle, thus changing its wheelbase, which betters the aerodynamics of the car, making it more energy-efficient. The car is intended for the 2020 market.

The Dark Side:

The technology included in the car would ensure a comfortable, safe and sustainable ride, but all this would come at a cost, which most people are not likely to be able to afford. However, if the cost factor is set aside the car could do wonders for places where high traffic and high CO2 levels will have made life miserable by the year 2020.

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ORYX Bikes

Designed by a guy called Harald Cramer, it’s a custom-made time-trial cycle with all sorts of weird and wonderful innovations. The Y-frame shape means that the Oryx is shock-proof and keeps you in contact with the road at all time, and there is a one-sided fork and chain-stay. In time trial races, like the Contre la Montre at the Tour de France, every second counts, that?s why Oryx possesses an identical pair of wheels which can be removed by the push of a button.

Made of carbon composite, the handlebars, stem and fork are all one piece, with the ergonomic seat post and saddle integrated into the frame. Handlebars connect to frame via a pivot, and the seat even has a hole in it to keep you cool while you work the pedals.

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Mily Concept Car|The Future is Near

Is this the next car to star in Transformers ? The Star Wars ? The Wall E ? No. This is a futuristic design from a young Russian designer. The concept is called Mily, and wow he sure is a budding designer.

Rear not the best view

The young Russian designer who has developed this model apparently spent just over 4 days on the design and development, and as incredible as it may seem, I would still like to see these things actually being built as a prototype rather than mere sketches and CG images.

It even gets upward opening doors

Too bad that not even 1% of these designs and ideas from budding designers and pre-professionals make it to the roads.

Wow there seems to be a Sports version as well !

The car seems expensive and obviously looks to be a city car. Although I do like the special look of the car, once again it will probably be another one of those millions of images that translates to nothing. Hope it is different, but very unlikely!

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Phoenix Future car

The brainchild of auto designer Huynh Ngoc Lan, the Phoenix is a car for the future that caters to the taste of the driver without polluting the environment with toxic emissions. The Phoenix – Concept features a glass cabin that provides panoramic views of the landscape to the two occupants.


The vehicle is designed to run clean on electric batteries that provide energy to four electric motors mounted inside each wheel. The door system is to be covered with an automatic LED light system that can change its color according to the taste of the driver.

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EcoFactor Cars

EcoFactor: Concept electric car made using renewable fibers.

The electric Fiat Crossover, which we all were waiting for, will finally be unveiled at the Sao Paulo Motor Show to be held in Brazil during 30th October and 10th November. The car carries an electric engine under its hood and will be developed using renewable natural fibers.

The use of natural fibers in the construction would promise great performance and hi-speed, something that has always been a down side with electric cars. But sadly enough, this is just a show car and we won’t see anyone driving it on the streets anytime soon.

The Dark Side:

Since not many technical details are made available we cannot say much about this car’s performance and ride.

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