Honda XR650L: BUILD FOR LIFETIME ADVENTURE

Honda XR650L

It all starts in the engine where the 644cc OHC powerplant uses Honda's patented Radial Four-Valve Combustion Chamber  to put out huge torque and power. From there, a gear-driven counterbalancer minimizes vibrations, while a light, rigid chassis and long-travel suspension soak up the bumps and deliver superb handling on pavement and off. Handy electric starting simply makes it all that much easier.

 The legendary XR650L is equally at home on the road and in the dirt.  dirt roads, single-track trails, highways or byways, the XR650L opens the door to riding adventure like few motorcycles ever have. With strong engine performance, comfortable ergonomics and long-travel suspension that easily handles two-up riding.

ENGINE
Engine Type 644cc air-cooled dry-sump single-cylinder four-stroke
Bore And Stroke 100.0mm x 82.0mm
Compression Ratio 8.3:1
Valve Train SOHC; four-valve RFVC
Induction 42.5mm diaphragm-type CV carburetor
Ignition Solid-state CD with electronic advance

DRIVE TRAIN
Transmission Five-speed
Final Drive #520 O-ring-sealed chain; 15T/45T

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES
Front Suspension 43mm air-adjustable leading-axle Showa cartridge fork with 16-position compression-damping adjustability; 11.6-inches of travel
Rear Suspension Pro-link Showa® single-shock with spring-preload, 20-position compression- and 20-position rebound-damping adjustability; 11.0-inches travel
Front Brake Single disc with twin-piston caliper
Rear Brake Single disc
Front Tire 3.00-21
Rear Tire 4.60-18

DIMENSIONS
Rake 27.0 degrees
Trail 102.0mm (4.0 inches)
Wheelbase 57.3 inches
Seat Height 37.0 inches
Curb Weight 346 lbs (*Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and full tank of fuel-ready to ride)
Fuel Capacity 2.8 gallons, including 0.6-gallon reserve
Ground Clearance 13.0 inches
Miles Per Gallon 52 MPG - 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.

OTHER
Available Colors Red
Model Id XR650L

Suzuki DR 650 Practical and solid adventurer:

Suzuki DR 650





CHASSIS
Suspension Front Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Suspension Rear Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Brakes Front Disc brake
Brakes Rear Drum brake
Tires Front 90/90-21 M/C 54S, tube type
Tires Rear 120/90-17 M/C 64S, tube type
Fuel Tank Capacity 3.4 US - Including Reserve

DIMENSIONS AND CURBWEIGHT
Overall Length 2255 mm (88.8 in)
Overall Width 865 mm (34.1 in)
Wheelbase 1490 mm (58.7 in)
Ground Clearance 265 mm (10.4 in)
Seat Height 885 mm (34.8 in)
Curb Weight 166 kg (366 lbs)
DRIVETRAIN
Transmission 5-speed constant mesh
Final Drive Chain, DID525V9, 110 links
ELECTRICAL
Ignition Electronic ignition (CDI)
ENGINE
Engine 644cc, 4-stroke, air-cooled, single cylinder, OHC
Fuel System MIKUNI BST40, single
Starter Electric
Lubrication Wet sump
MPG 56

Jeep Wrangler-all day adventure machine

Jeep-Wrangler :

                                          These beasts are built to push limits and jeep is known for this for a long time.I am a big fan or you can say a permanent fan,Because jeep delivers that, you can expect from a true adventure vehicle.

Engine : V6 3.6 litres
Power : 285 hp @ 6,400 rpm (213 kW)
Torque : 260 lb·ft @ 4,800 rpm (353 N·m)
Induction : Atmospheric

Bore : 96 mm
Stroke : 83 mm
Fuel type : Regular
CO2 emissions : 5,152 kg/year
Ohter engines : none

Transmission :
6-speed manual (base)
5-speed automatic
Drivetrain : 4x4
VEHICLE TYPE
Vehicle type : SUV

Generation : 2
What's new : N/A
FUEL EFFICIENCY
City : 12.7 l/100km
Highway : 9.3 l/100km
Autonomy : 551 km
TIRES / SUSPENSION / BRAKES / SAFETY

Steering : recirculating ball with assist
Traction control : yes
Stability control : yes
Seat belts : 4
Airbags : 2
Front suspension : live axle, multi-link
Rear suspension : live axle, multi-link
Front brakes : disc (ABS)
Rear brakes : disc (ABS)
Front tires : P225/75R16
Rear tires : P225/75R16
DIMENSIONS / WEIGHT TOGGLE
Length : 4,161 mm (164″)
Width : 1,872 mm (74″)
Height : 1,801 mm (71″)
Wheelbase : 2,423 mm (95″)
Front track : 1,572 mm (62″)
Rear track : 1,572 mm (62″)
Weight : 1,759 kg (3,878 lbs)

Fuel tank : 70 l (18 gal)
Trunk : 487 to 1,733 l (17 to 61 ft3)
Towing : 907 kg (2,000 lbs)
PERFORMANCE TOGGLE
0-100 km/h : 8.1 s
80-120 km/h : 10.2 s
Braking distance : 46.8 m
WARRANTY TOGGLE

Jeep wrangler.........................................................

                             how tough she is ? The (JEEP)

Yamaha Kodiak 450 ATV-ENJOY the wild side.

 Yamaha Kodiak 450

Push-button servo-controlled "On-Command" system allows you to switch between 2WD, limited-slip 4WD and fully locked differential 4WD - all with the simple push of a dash mounted button. Real 4-wheel drive when you need it. With Diff-lock engaged, there's no need to wait for one wheel to spin. You have traction to all 4 wheels, immediately. This puts you in total control... you decide when you need 4 wheel drive... the machine doesn't decide for you.

Ultramatic Transmission

Fully automatic transmission with engine brake and automotive style transmission lock parking mechanism.

Cooling System

High-capacity cooling system with high-mounted fan-cooled radiator for consistent engine performance, excellent durability and protection from sticks and rocks. 

Independent Rear Suspension

IRS independent rear suspension, sway bar controlled. Sway bar added for limited chassis roll and great terrainability. 

Speed Override

Differential lock speed override switch (forward only) allows owner to override the speed limiter for certain conditions. 

Electric Starter

Electric starting with recoil backup (electric starter will work in any gear).

Frame

Computer-designed steel tube frame and rubber-mounted engine for a rugged, durable design and reduced vibration. 

Information Centre

Digital information centre LCD display for speed, odometer and on-Command functions, as well as LED warning lamps.

DC Terminal

12-volt D.C. terminal provides a convenient power source for such accessories as cellular phones, handheld lights or GPS.

Rear Brake

Rear "wet" brake uses friction plates immersed in an oil bath and is sealed to keep out water and debris. This provides consistent braking performance, regardless of riding conditions.

Additional Features

•Internal engine counterbalancer minimizes engine vibration to rider.

•Spin-on oil filter simplifies oil changes.

•High-positioned carb air intake and clutch intake and exhaust vents prevent water from entering carb or V-belt cover.

•4WD front differential lock. Positive mechanical lock-up for maximum traction in 4WD. New forward speed override switch.

•Wide Grizzly type front fenders and new bumber design with excellent mud and splash protection.

•Dual 30-watt sealed headlights with replaceable bulbs provides excellent lighting, prevents water penetration and simplifies maintenance and reduces cost.

•25-inch Maxxis tires with all-new, more aggressive tire tread pattern for great traction and excellent durability.

2013 Yamaha Kodiak 450 - 

Engine 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, single

Displacement 421cc

Bore and Stroke 84.5 x 75mm

Compression Ratio 10:1

Carburetion Mikuni BSR33

Ignition DC-CDI

Starting electric

Transmission Ultramatic (sealed variable v-belt), w/ L-H-N-R and Park, 4-wheel full-time engine breaking

Final Drive On-command push button 2WD / 4WD / 4WD diff. lock, shaft drive

Suspension (Front) independent double wishbone

Suspension (Rear) independent rear suspension with sway bar

Brakes (Front) dual 180mm, hydraulic discs

Brakes (Rear) Fully Sealed , Oil Bath, Multi Disc

Tires (Front) Maxxis AT25x8-12

Tires (Rear) Maxxis AT25x10-12

Length 1,991mm (78.4'')

Width 1,093mm (43.0'')

Height 1,120mm (44.1'')

Wheelbase 1,233mm (48.5'')

Ground Clearance 275mm (10.8'')

Seat Height 850mm (33.5'')

Wet Weight 286 kg (631 lb) - ready to ride full of fuel and oil

Fuel Capacity 15 litres

Towing Capacity 500 kg (1,100 lb)

Colour(s) Dark Blue

Dark Green

HERO IMPULSE-INDIA'S FIRST DUAL PURPOSE MOTORCYCLE BY HERO MOTO CORP.

HERO IMPULSE

After separating from HONDA its the first launch by HERO,according there image they did a fair job.

IMPULSE opens a  new chapter in the Indian motorcycle Industry. After all  its the first Indian dual purpose, nicely packed little strong motorcycle good for medium & short adventure trips.you may complain that its under powered,but believe me  the bike has enough power to run on Indian roads.The machine is not for very serious adventure but for fun and adventure on country side or a picnic with friends.if you are a serious adventurer then you have to learn how to grow with the machine,same is here,if you are single rider and wanna go for a adventure,then i am sure the bike has genes for real adventure too.good fuel economy combined with solid build quality and a stance of perfect off roader,good for city riding.overall for a start it's a very good choice.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

Displacement: 149.2cc

Engine: 149.2cc, 4-stroke

Maximum Power: 13 Bhp @ 7500 rpm

Maximum Torque: 13.4 Nm @ 5000 rpm

Gears: 5 Speed

Clutch: NA

Bore: 56.5

Stroke: 49.5

Cylinder Configuration: NA

Chassis Type: NA

Cooling Type: Air Cooling

Carburetor: NA

DIMENSIONS

Length: N/A

Width: N/A

Height: N/A

OTHER SPECIFICATIONS

Weight: 119.00 kg

Ground Clearance: 245.00 mm

Fuel Tank: 11.10 ltrs

Wheelbase: 1360.00 mm

Electrical System: NA

Headlamp: 12 V - 35 W / 35 W

Battery Type: Maintainance Free

Battery Voltage: 12V

Battery Capacity: 4ah

Battery Charger Type: NA

Horn: NA

Wheel Type: Spoke

Wheel Size: 19 inch(F) - 17 inch(R) mm

Tubeless:

Colors: Tar Black, Deep Blue Sea, Terra Rossa, Grassland Green and Canyon Orange

ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY

Suspension(Front): Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorbers

Suspension(Rear): Swing Arm with Mono Suspension with Nitrox

Brakes: 240mm disc

Brakes(Rear): 110mm drum

Stand Alarm:

COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE

Fuel Guage: Digital

Self Start:

Tacho Meter: Analogue

Trip Meter: Digital-2

Alloys:

Warranty: NA

Speedometer: Digital

Passenger Footrest:

Passenger Backrest:

Step-up Seat:

Pass-light:

Low Fuel Indicator:

Low Oil Indicator:

Low Battery Indicator:

High Oil Temp. Indicator:

Choked Air Filter Indicator:

Hero MotoCorp Impulse Review

Hero Impulse: India's 1st On-road Off-road bike

Thursday, November 24, 2011

Closeups Shots

Hero MotoCorp Impulse

                                                                 HERO IMPULSE 

POLARIS -ATV

POLARIS,ATV

                                                                   SPORTMAN 850ENGINE
Engine Type4-Stroke SOHC Twin Cylinder
Displacement850cc High Output (H.O)
Fuel SystemElectronic Fuel Injected
CoolingLiquid
DRIVETRAIN
Transmission/Final DriveAutomatic PVT P/R/N/L/H; Shaft
Drive SystemOn-Demand True AWD/2WD
Engine Braking SystemStandard/Standard
Engine Braking SystemStandard
Active Descent ControlStandard
SUSPENSION
Front SuspensionDual A-Arm 9" (22.9 cm) Travel
Rear SuspensionDual A-Arm, Rolled 10.25" (26 cm) Travel
BRAKES
Front/Rear BrakesSingle Lever 4-Wheel Hydraulic Disc with Hydraulic Rear Foot Brake
Parking BrakePark in Transmission/Lockable Hand Lever
TIRES / WHEELS
Front Tires26 x 8-14; Maxxis M9805
Rear Tires26 x 10-14; Maxxis M9806
WheelsStamped Steel
DIMENSIONS / CAPACITIES
Wheelbase53" (134.6 cm)
Dry Weight759 lb (345 kg)
Overall Vehicle Size (L x W x H)83.25 x 47.6 x 50.75" (211.4 x 120.9 x 128.9 cm)
Ground Clearance12" (30.5 cm)
Seat Height37" (94 cm)
Fuel Capacity5.25 gal (19.9 L)
Bed Box Dimensions (L x W x H)N.A.
Front/Rear Rack or Box Capacity120 lb (55 kg)/240 lb (110 kg)
Payload Capacity575 lbs (261 kg)
Hitch Towing Rating1,500 lb (680.4 kg)
Unbraked Trailer Towing Capacity1,914 lb (868.2 kg)
Hitch/TypeStandard/1.25" Receiver
FEATURES
Cargo SystemLock & Ride
LightingTriple 50w High Beam, Dual 50w Low Beam Headlights; Dual Brakelights/Taillights
InstrumentationAnalog Speedometer, Digital Odometer, Tachometer, Two Tripmeters, Hour Meter, Clock, Service Indicator, Diagnostic Indicator, Gear Indicator, Fuel Gauge, AWD Indicator, Hi-Temp/Low-Batt Lights, DC Outlet

                                                     

 SCRAMBLER 850

 ENGINE
Engine Type4-Stroke SOHC Twin Cylinder
Displacement850cc High Output (H.O)
Fuel SystemElectronic Fuel Injected
CoolingLiquid
DRIVETRAIN
Transmission/Final DriveAutomatic PVT P/R/N/L/H; Shaft
Drive SystemOn-Demand True AWD/2WD
Engine Braking SystemStandard/ NA
Engine Braking SystemStandard
Active Descent ControlN.A.
SUSPENSION
Front SuspensionDual A-Arm 9" (22.9 cm) Travel
Rear SuspensionDual A-Arm, Rolled 10.25" (26 cm) Travel
BRAKES
Front/Rear BrakesSingle Lever 4-Wheel Hydraulic Disc with Hydraulic Rear Foot Brake
Parking BrakePark in Transmission/Lockable Hand Lever
TIRES / WHEELS
Front Tires26 x 8-14; 489 II
Rear Tires26 x 10-14; 489 II
WheelsStamped Steel
DIMENSIONS / CAPACITIES
Wheelbase53" (134.6 cm)
Dry Weight735 lbs (333 kg)
Overall Vehicle Size (L x W x H)82.3" X 48.6" X 48.4" (209 cm X 123 cm X 123cm)
Ground Clearance11" (28 cm)
Seat Height35" (89 cm)
Fuel Capacity5.25 gal (19.9 L)
Bed Box Dimensions (L x W x H)N.A.
Front/Rear Rack or Box Capacity25 lb/50 lb
Payload Capacity290 lb(131 kg)
Hitch Towing Rating1500 LB. (680.4 KG)
Unbraked Trailer Towing Capacity1,914 lb (868.2 kg)
Hitch/TypeStandard/1.25" Receiver
FEATURES
Cargo SystemLock & Ride
LightingDual Hi/Low Beam (50w/50w) Headlights; Single Rear Taillight
InstrumentationAnalog Speedometer, Digital Odometer, Tachometer, Two Tripmeters, Hour Meter, Clock, Service Indicator, Diagnostic Indicator, Gear Indicator, Fuel Gauge, AWD Indicator, Hi-Temp/Low-Batt Lights, DC Outle

THEY ARE THE LEADERS AND  PRODUCING WELL BUILT EASY TO HANDLE ROUGH AND TOUGH ATV MACHINES SINCE 1950s..

KEEP ON WANDERING,

New solid kids for Adventure:Husqvarna TR650 Strada and Terra

 HUSQVARNA------ Terra & Strada                                

 

 New breed of adventure tourer from Husqvarna,swedish company now owned by Bmw.
The long heritage of bmw gs series techs are used in this very good bike.A smart nimble and capapble entry level machine.








Husqvarna TR650 Strada and Terra

Engine: single cylinder, liquid cooled, dohc 4v, 652cc
Power: 58bhp (59PS, 43kW) @ 7,250rpm
Torque: 44lb.ft (6.1kgm, 60Nm) @ 5,750rpm
Economy: 66mpg (23.4km/l, 4.3l/100km, 55mpg US) (at 75mph/120kph claimed)
Tank/Range: 3.1 gallon (14 litres, 3.7 gallons US) / 200 miles (320km)
Transmission: Five gears, wet multi-plate clutch, chain final drive
Chassis: steel tube
Seat height: 33.9in (860mm) Terra: 34.4in (875mm)
Wheelbase: 59.1in (1501mm)
Rake/trail: 26° / 4.0in (101mm) Terra: 27° / 4.4in (112mm)
Weight: 410lb (186kg) wet, 90% full tank Terra: 404lb (183kg)

                                                 

BAJAJ PULSAR 200 NS first impressions

That was 2001 AND ITS 2012. ALL NEW pulsar 200 NS on the road.SINCE 180 pulsar i was waiting for something special from Bajaj .220 is also a beast but I was looking for something more special.

since the news of pulsar 200 ns came.i start wondering about the bike.now its running on roads in front of my eyes.

my first encounter with this bike happens in a parking, 200 NS was standing with other bikes.in red colour.

first look,my heart says brilliant,wooow. what I didn't like- REAR TYRE. rear tyre fails to satisfy my "VISUAL FEAST".

besides this, WHAT A FEAST OF THE BEAST.stunning bike & looks wonderful,fit and finish very good.

A 199.5cc , 4 valve ,3 spark plug,single cylinder engine,23.52 ps power and 18.3 nm torque..it can surely give the speed and thrill of a pure street bike.It shows in its character or read the history.

THE NAME IS - PULSAR

Since 2001 when the first pulsar start running on our roads, the youth of India got a new machine for them to enjoy,that too with a tag-  made in India.
before riding i love the thrill of visual feast. i don't like earlier breed of pulsars,although they were hit.

I start liking pulsar 150 with alloys,change in overall fit and finish, DTSi technology and a very distinctive looks.

I drove that model from Chandigarh to Kullu,on a very hot summer,with my friend as a pillion rider.i was impressed with the pick up and stability.since then i am  fan of pulsar range.
after 150 i drove  180. this time i was driving from my village in Himachal pradesh then we went to rewalsar beautiful small town,then to mandi. after reaching in mandi at 8 pm.we decided to go for prashar lake at a height of 12000 ft.the last man on road told us that nobody goes in the night uphill.

PULSAR 150  2005

believe me i ignored that man advice as i was accelerating pulsar 180 under me.. we were driving whole day in hilly terrain and the bike was still ready to go.we start driving on a ZERO road in the night.bike just kept its stability and behaves like a well trained pet.we fell more then 4 times on muddy roady in foggy cold night.bike starts again and we reached prashar lake. next day in the morning pulsar was ready. we drove in the himalayas and came back home safely.after 1000+ km on the meter.one thing pulsar maintains very well is its fuel Efficiency at 45-48 constant.Beside this there were no problem with the bike,as we were planning our next adventure.

PULSAR 180 

first adrenaline pump for wheels

                   

                                                 BMW R 1150 GS ADVENTURE
                     
                         The first motorcycle who really caught my imagination and start living in my dreams.

For me thrill is the word which creates our life, it keep us going,it never fails,if you have it in you. my first major thrill came when i was a little boy ,when i was growing under my father's protection and mother's love.one day i was going alone on the beautiful road of a small town "Sarahan" in Himachal Pradesh. Walking alone on hilly curvy road, suddenly i saw people's sitting and standing on roadside,they were waiting for the sounds coming from other side of the curvy road.Then comes the moment- a bike came with roaring sound and  crosses with fury,in 5 second it was out of site.

That was my first time,i felt some thing like Adrenaline pumping inside.My curiosity arise and  i came to know that it was a rally going in the Himalaya's. I stood there and watched every racer racing there machines.my explorer mind start asking ?s.why these men's are driving there machines like this.where they go,how they feel while driving with such fury and pace.i can still hear that sound if i want to.from that moment   

i developed love for the machines on wheels.

So thrill is not a normal word . its a feel ,permanent in ourselves.