1098 THE BEST IN 2007

This year, the SWA (Supertest World Association), the organization that groups together 10 of the world’s most important motorcycle publications, has awarded the "Best Bike of the Year" title to the Ducati 1098. Further confirming the superiority of the 1098 platform, the SWA then awarded the 1098 S with 3rd place—a completely unprecedented event. Never before has one bike platform held two of the top three SWA honors in its class.
This important association is comprised of the editiorial staff from the magazines MO (Germany), MOTO 73 (Netherlands), Moto Revue (France), Solo Moto (Spain), 0-300 (Greece), Due Ruote (Italy), Moto! (Brazil), Moto Journal (Portugal), Moto Sport Schweiz (Switzerland) and TWO (UK) gave the top award in the “Bike of the Year” category to the 1098.

This prestigious title follows numerous awards that Ducati’s latest Superbike machine has already picked up in 2007 since it was first presented at the Milan Show one year ago. The 1098 has met enormous success, from the media and public alike, right from its very first appearance, immediately scooping the “Best of Show” award and registering positive sales both in Italy and abroad. Other important recognitions have included “Best Design” and “Best Sportbike”, awarded by the Motorcycle Design Association, and the “Bike of the Year 2007” award given by readers of the magazines In Moto and Motorrad.

1993 BMW K1 With EZS Sidecar by David Hough

1993 BMW K1 With EZS Sidecar
Built by David Hough
Offered For Sale by the BMW MOA Foundation

Pristine Silk Blue BMW K1/EZS Sidecar conversion built by noted sidecar enthusiast and safety-writer David Hough. 48, 200 miles, complete sub-frame conversion, leading-link front fork, EZS alloy wheels and rims using 15-inch sports-car radial tires, convertible top and flat tonneau cover. Steering geometry optimized for sidecar handling. Motorcycle features custom adjustable windshield with electronics shelf and 12-volt power, relocated handlebars, footpeg lowering kit, relocated radiator-filler for ease of maintenance, and much more.

Sidecar features custom rear-rack and vintage Craven top-box, and dual rear-brake pedals for coordinated braking. ‘Car has adjustable ride-height controls, and several nice custom options. The original K1 seat-cowl/back-rest assembly, with passenger grab-handles, is available.

Rig is located in the St. Louis area at BMW MOA Foundation headquarters, and is available for inspection. Asking price $16,900.

Sale proceeds will be used to fund Projects and Programs of the BMW MOA Foundation, such as Camp G.E.A.R.S., the Experienced RiderCourse, the Seasoned Rider workshops, and more. For more information about the Foundation, go to http://www.bmwmoafoundation.org

Full Review: The 2008 Harley-Davidson FXDF Dyna Fat Bob

Harley-Davidson Fat Bob Adds a Member to the Dyna Family for 2008 

Along with the Harley-Davidson Rocker and Rocker C, the 2008 Fat Bob is a brand new bike that offers a departure from the typical factory cruiser formula. Though less radical than the Rocker, the Harley Fat Bob’s dual headlights lend it a distinctive look that offers a twist on traditional Harley style, while fat tires and a low seat accentuate its mean road presence.

Harley Fat Bob: And Then There Were Seven

Joining the FXD Super Glide, FXDB Street Bob, FXDL Low Rider, FXDWG Wide Glide Anniversary Edition, and the FXDC Super Glide Custom, the FXDF Fat Bob easily fits into the Dyna family like a long lost brother. Shared characteristics with other Dynas include an air-cooled, rubber-mounted Twin Cam 96 V-twin, Electronic Fuel Injection, a 6-speed Cruise Drive Transmission, an under-seat battery box, and exposed rear shocks. Like all Dynas, the Fat Bob incorporates a chassis that was redesigned in 2006 for better handling.

The bike’s exterior proportions support its distinctive name. Though the rider sits on a low, amply cushioned saddle, a wide 5.1 gallon fuel tank forces legs to wrap around. A bobtail rear fender rests over a 180mm wide 16” rear tire, and slotted disc wheels add visual heft to the bike’s profile, as do curvaceous 2-1-2 chrome staggered shorty exhausts with a “Tommy Gun” perforation pattern . Up front, a 16” 130mm tire—the largest ever on a Dyna—is paired with a small fender that recalls the bobber-inspired styling derived from customized, post World War II bikes. The Fat Bob’s face has a striking demeanor: its v-shaped drag bar and blacked out fork sliders, handlebar risers, and mirrors are capped with slick twin headlights that distinguish it from Harleys past.

Harley-Davidson Dynas boast their own bold style, and the Fat Bob’s mechanicals are suited to its too-cool-for-school exterior. The rubber-mounted Twin Cam 96 is a 1,584cc powerplant that, as is typical with Harley engines, is tuned for massive low-end grunt. Torque peak is 92 ft lbs at an impressive 3,000 rpm, which encourages short shifting when maximum acceleration is required. A 6-speed Cruise Drive transmission provides smooth shift action, and though the clutch isn’t hydraulic, pedal effort is manageable.

Front brakes incorporate large, dual floating rotors with 4-piston front and 2-piston rear calipers which slow down the 703 lb bike effectively, while providing decent feedback and moderate lever effort. All 2008 Dynas feature black stainless steel braided brake lines.

The wide-set front fork is a 49mm polished aluminum unit with dual-rate springs, and exposed coil-over shocks sit the rear. Aiding its custom look is a fork rake of 28 degrees.
He Looks Mean, But How Does Fat Bob Ride?
The first thing you’ll probably notice on a Fat Bob is that you sit in the bike, not on it. A roomy, comfortable seat cradles you behind the large tank, though your less fortunate passenger will be forced to endure a much smaller, more rectangular perch. Some riders might need to stretch a bit to reach the handlebars, and foot pegs can be ordered with either a “mid-mount” or a “forward” position. We tested both peg setups, and while the mid-mount lacked the laid back attitude of the forward arrangement, the more moderate posture improved maneuverability and made long distance rides comfortable. The view from the saddle is clean and simple, with a large, tank-mounted speedometer providing quick, at-a-glance readouts. Inset at the bottom of the gauge is an LCD odometer, which has a cool mileage countdown to empty feature that automatically kicks in when fuel levels dip below .9 gallons.

At low speeds, the Fat Bob feels… well, fat. Though the rider sits low to the ground (seat height is only 26.1 inches), walking the bike requires a sturdy heave ho. Once the bike gets moving, turning becomes much more confidence inspiring; momentum aids maneuverability, and the Fat Bob become a lot more fun to ride at speed. Twisting the throttle invokes a classic, growling Harley exhaust note, and the torquey 96 cubic inch V-twin offers up plenty of power, especially at the low end. Though a tachometer doesn’t indicate engine RPMs, there’s so much more torque at the low end of the powerband that it becomes easy to tell, by the seat of your pants, when the engine is running out of steam and it’s time to shift gears. Some vibrations are transmitted to the rider, but engine isolation and rubber-mounting generally smooths out excessive harshness.

Because you sit in the Fat Bob, not on it, wind turbulence is not as overwhelming as you might expect at highway speeds. The lack of protection does create a good amount noise and breeziness, but the rider’s low position within the bike helps avoid the “sail in the wind” sensation created by the Fat Bob’s stablemate, the Rocker. Lean angle is measured at 30 degrees on the right side and 31 degrees on the left, and while peg scraping can be a part of hard turns, overall clearance is appropriate for a custom-style cruiser.
Harley-Davidson puts a lot on the line when they introduce an all-new bike, and the Fat Bob is certainly no exception: not only does it seek to perpetuate everything Harley’s 105 year-old brand has come to represent, it attempts to do so while incorporating the modern element of custom styling.

The Fat Bob succeeds on both the traditional and the forward-thinking fronts: it looks and feels exactly right, while adding the bonus of unorthodox styling—at least by Milwaukee standards. It’s not as stylistically challenging or controversial as the Rocker, but the Fat Bob manages to push the envelope without going too far.

The Fat Bob is available in seven solid colors, including three street smart, matte finishes Harley refers to as “denim.” The Fat Bob starts at $14,795 in black and $15,140 with color paint, plus freight and California Emissions charges if they apply. The bike includes a 24 month unlimited mileage warranty, and the service interval is the first 1,000 miles, and every 5,000 miles thereafter.

BMW G 650 XCountry

Eat the road with G 650 Xcountry motorcycle

Engine
Type Liquid-cooled single-cylinder
Bore x Stroke 100.0 mm x 83.0 mm
< /span>Displacement 652 cc
Horsepower 53 bhp @ 7000 rpm
Torque 44 lb/ft @ 5250 rpm
Compression Ratio 11.5 :1
Valve Gear DOHC, chain-driven with bucket tappets
Valves 2 x 36 mm intake / 2 x 31 mm exhaust
Valves / Cylinder Four
Engine Oil Capacity 2.4 quarts
Engine Management BMW Motor Controller - Compact (BMS-C II)
Fuel Requirement Premium Unleaded
Fuel Tank HDPE, internal pump and external filter
Fuel Capacity 2.5 U.S. gallons including one gallon reserve
Charging System 280 Watts @ 14 Volts
Battery 12 Volts 10 Amps/hour maintenance-free
Cooling System Single Radiator, 50/50 water/anti-freeze mix

Drivetrain
Primary Drive 1:1.946
Clutch Multiple plate in oil bath
1st Gear Ratio 2.75:1
2nd Gear Ratio 1.75:1
3rd Gear Ratio 1.31:1
4th Gear Ratio 1.05:1
5th Gear Ratio 0.84:1
6th Gear Ratio N/A
Final Drive System Chain
Final Drive Ratio 2.937:1
Frame and Suspension
Frame Steel bridge tubular frame
Front Suspension UPSD fork 45 mm
Front Travel 9.4 inches
Rear Suspension Aluminum two unit cast swing arm, air damping
Rear Travel 8.3 inches

Brakes
Brake System Front and rear disc with optional ABS
Front Brakes One two piston caliper
Front Rotor 11.8 inch fixed rotor
Rear Brake One, single-piston floating caliper
Rear Rotor 9.5 inch fixed rotor
Actuation Method Hydraulic, DOT 4 fluid type

Wheels and Tires
Front Wheel 2.50 x 19 wire-spoke
Rear Wheel 3.00 x 17 wire-spoke
Front Tire 100/90 x 19 tube-type
Rear Tire 130/80 x 17 tube-type

Dimensions
Overall Length 86.0 inches
Overall Width 35.7 inches
Wheelbase 59.0 inches
Ground Clearance Info. Unavailable
Seat Height 33.1 inches
Steering Angle 61.5 degrees
Front Wheel Trail 4.6 inches
Weight - Dry 326 lbs. excluding options & accessories
Weight - Wet 353 lbs. excluding options & accessories
Maximum Load 739 lbs. GVWR

Standard Colors
Code  Price Description
N11     N / C Deep black uni/white aluminum met. matt
Standard Equipment
Available Equipment
524     $670.00 ABS

BMW G 650 XMoto

It's time to adopt a scorched pavement policy.

With tons of tight corners, entrance ramps, bridges, and parkways, the city streets are made for super moto action. And the new 650 Xmoto is ready for it all. On this fiery 53 hp single cylinder engine, handling is quick and nimble. With 17 inch wheels and distinctive eye-catching style, including a low-mounted fender and lively color scheme, this easy-to-ride machine squeals around corners and surgically knifes through traffic. Colorful. Spirited. No frills. And ready to tame the urban streets. The new 650Xmoto. All the sharp-handling and aggressive attitude you need to ride in the city.

Engine
Type Liquid-cooled single-cylinder
Bore x Stroke 100.0 mm x 83.0 mm
Displacement 652 cc
Horsepower 53 bhp @ 7000 rpm
Torque 44 lb/ft @ 5250 rpm
Compression Ratio 11.5 :1
Valve Gear DOHC, chain-driven with bucket tappets
Valves 2 x 36 mm intake / 2 x 31 mm exhaust
Valves / Cylinder Four
Engine Oil Capacity 2.4 quarts
Engine Management BMW Motor Controller - Compact (BMS-C II)
Fuel Requirement Premium Unleaded
Fuel Tank HDPE, internal pump and external filter
Fuel Capacity 2.5 U.S. gallons including one gallon reserve
Charging System 280 Watts @ 14 Volts
Battery 12 Volts 10 Amps/hour maintenance-free
Cooling System Single Radiator, 50/50 water/anti-freeze mix

Drivetrain
Primary Drive 1:1.946
Clutch Multiple plate in oil bath
1st Gear Ratio 2.75:1
2nd Gear Ratio 1.75:1
3rd Gear Ratio 1.31:1
4th Gear Ratio 1.05:1
5th Gear Ratio 0.84:1
6th Gear Ratio N/A
Final Drive System Chain
Final Drive Ratio 2.937:1

Frame and Suspension
Frame Steel bridge tubular frame
Front Suspension UPSD fork 45 mm
Front Travel 9.4 inches
Rear Suspension Aluminum two unit cast swing arm, air damping
Rear Travel 9.6 inches

Brakes
Brake System Front and rear disc with optional ABS
Front Brakes One two piston caliper
Front Rotor 11.8 inch fixed rotor
Rear Brake One, single-piston floating caliper
Rear Rotor 9.5 inch fixed rotor
Actuation Method Hydraulic, DOT 4 fluid type

Wheels and Tires
Front Wheel 3.50 x 17 cast alloy, five double-spoke
Rear Wheel 4.50 x 17 cast alloy, five double-spoke
Front Tire 120/70 x 17 tubeless
Rear Tire 160/60 x 17 tubeless

Dimensions
Overall Length 84.8 inches
Overall Width 35.7 inches
Wheelbase 59.0 inches
Ground Clearance Info. Unavailable
Seat Height 35.4 inches
Steering Angle 61.5 degrees
Front Wheel Trail 3.9 inches
Weight - Dry 324 lbs. excluding options & accessories
Weight - Wet 351 lbs. excluding options & accessories
Maximum Load 739 lbs. GVWR
Standard Colors
Code  Price Description
N12     N / C Graphitan metallic matt/red uni
Standard Equipment
Available Equipment
524     $670.00 ABS

BMW R 1200 R

The R 1200 R.

If you're looking for a bike with zero pretensions that's all attitude, the R 1200 R is your ride. From blazing performance in the twisties to long distance touring to blasts around the city this is a supremely capable motorcycle that offers exhilarating performance. Featuring a generous 109hp, the new R 1200 R has the horsepower torque and acceleration to create thrills with every mile. Add the latest version of BMW Integral ABS and Automatic Stability Control, and the R 1200 R is as sure-footed as it is exciting. Handling is remarkably precise thanks to the Telelever front suspension and the motorcycle's low center of gravity. Now every turn becomes a pulse-quickening experience no matter where the pavement takes you.

Engine
Type Air-cooled/oil-cooled Boxer twin-cylinder
Bore x Stroke 101.0 mm x 73.0 mm
Displacement 1170 cc
Horsepower 109 bhp @ 7500 rpm
Torque 85 lb/ft @ 6000 rpm
Compression Ratio 12.0 :1
Valve Gear HC, chain-driven
Valves 2.0 x 36.0 mm intake / 2.0 x 31.0 mm exhaust
Valves / Cylinder Four
Engine Oil Capacity 4.2 quarts
Engine Management BMW Engine Controller - BMS K
Fuel Requirement Premium Unleaded
Fuel Tank HDPE, internal pump and internal filter
Fuel Capacity 4.6 U.S. gallons w/ approx. 1 gallon reserve
Charging System 600 Watts @ 14 Volts
Battery 12 Volts 14 Amps/hour maintenance-free
Cooling System Air and thermostatically controlled oil cooling

Drivetrain
Primary Drive 1:1.882
Clutch 180 mm dry, single plate with hydraulic actuation
1st Gear Ratio 2.28:1
2nd Gear Ratio 1.58:1
3rd Gear Ratio 1.26:1
4th Gear Ratio 1.03:1
5th Gear Ratio 0.90:1
6th Gear Ratio 0.81:1
Final Drive System Enclosed driveshaft with two universal joints
Final Drive Ratio 2.75:1

Frame and Suspension
Frame Three-part, engine/cast aluminum/tubular steel
Front Suspension BMW Telelever
Front Travel 4.7 inches
Rear Suspension BMW Paralever
Rear Travel 5.5 inches

Brakes
Brake System BMW EVO
Front Brakes Two, four-piston fixed calipers
Front Rotor 12.6 inch dual floating rotors
Rear Brake Single, two-piston fixed caliper
Rear Rotor 10.4 inch single, fixed rotor
Actuation Method Hydraulic, DOT 4 fluid type

Wheels and Tires
Front Wheel 3.50 x 17 cast alloy, five double-spoke
Rear Wheel 5.50 x 17 cast alloy, five double-spoke
Front Tire 120/70 x 17 tubeless
Rear Tire 180/55 x 17 tubeless

Dimensions
Overall Length 84.4 inches
Overall Width 34.3 inches
Wheelbase 58.9 inches
Ground Clearance N/A
Seat Height 31.5 inches
Steering Angle 62.9 degrees
Front Wheel Trail 4.7 inches
Weight - Dry 437 lbs.
Weight - Wet 492 lbs.
Maximum Load 923 lbs. GVWR

Standard Colors
Code  Price Description
716     N / C Night Black
989     N / C Crystal Gray Metallic
N10     N / C Granite Gray Metallic
Available Colors
730     $250.00 Night Black with pin striping
Standard Equipment
Available Equipment
350     $135 Chrome Exhaust Pipe
416     $800 Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA)
519     $235 Heated Hand Grips
530     $260 Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM)
539     $225.00 On Board Computer
560     $210.00 Windshield Sport
588     $50.00 White Turn Indicator
603     $235 Anti-Theft Alarm
630     $1040.00 Integral ABS II
636     $120.00 Center Stand
650     $365.00 ASC
681     $135.00 Saddle Bag Mounts
774     N / C Seat Low (30.3 inches)
778     N / C Seat High (32.7 inches)