2012 Honda VFR1200F

2012 Honda VFR1200F. When Honda introduced a version moge VFR1200F dual clutch transmission (DCT) last year, many journalists who regretted because it is not equipped with traction control (traction control). Apparently, the media voices are heard principals Honda and now the technology is contained in the VFR1200F 2012 introduced a new show room and into early next year.

Just that alone? No. Other changes made ​​Honda including fuel efficiency and improved engine, mainly related to the increased torque between 2,000 and 4,000 rpm.

Interestingly, VFR1200F equipped with a sequential automatic transmission. So, when in the position of the automatic transmission, if the rider wants to change to manual, it will return to automatic forgot to move the teeth.

Cardiac pacemaker V4 is designed for riders who like the high speeds and quick acceleration. Honda also gave a nice engine sound in the ears, of course with a focus on comfort and responsive power delivery.

Continues, linear torque curve centered on medium-low round and making it easier for riders requiring a quick time out corner. And the maximum speed attainable at the highest gear ranging from 135 to 195 miles per hour. Sources: VSD

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1199 Panigale, the Ducati Superbike art

1199 Panigale, the Ducati Superbike art. Ducati Panigale 1199 2012 who appeared in the arena of EICMA, Milan, some time ago became star exhibits and by the committee named the "Most Beautiful Bike of Show". This type of motorcycle superbike won 53.4 percent of the 13,800 visitors vote conducted by the publication of the Italian motorcycles. Second place was taken NV Agusta F3 (17%) and Nuda Husqvarna 900R (3%).

"Without a doubt, the Panigale is the most ambitious project on the Ducati. These motors pure Italian style, in which the main points for increased emphasis on performance and safety of motorists," said President of Ducati Gabriele Del Torchio during the launch at EICMA exhibition.

Ducati Panigale 1199, is worthy of the title. Party claiming them as his own Ducati Superbike Ducati's most sophisticated. They expressed readiness to fight Superbike rely on great power 195 PS.

Indeed, not only the excess power factor that belongs Panigale. This motor has a "row" list of the most sophisticated electronics, which make convenient and can also save motorists. As emphasized Torchio at the launch that in working on this project, engineering excellence, emotions, and aspects of the brand together, thus producing an outstanding product.

Shadow, Panigale sophistication that only two-wheel equivalent of Ferrari supercars. Imagine, the gas system has embraced Ride-by-Wire. Symptoms of slippage due to excessive force has been muted by the traction control device (Ducati Traction Control). Not only that, the suspension was already electronic (Ducati Electronic Suspension = DES) and Engine Brake Control (EBC).

"A pile of" advanced technology to tame the power of 195 PS spewed Superquadro new twin cylinder engine that were piled on the chassis monokok. Here Ducati try away from tradition with typical trellis chassis models. Interestingly, the airbox blend into the frame, thus helping reduce the weight with aluminum swing arm of a 39 mm longer than the model 1198.

When at last EICMA, Ducati Panigale also display two other brothers, namely Panigale Panigale 1199 S and 1199 S 'Tricolore' (three colors). Hence, in this last variant contained a red color that strengthens the green and white if made in Italy. Source: MNC, MN, Ducati

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2012 Subaru Impreza WRX STI

2012 Subaru Impreza WRX STI. And at the same time presenting an official Subaru Impreza WRX STI 2012 to market the procession next week at the Tokyo Motor Show 2011. Apparently, this new variant no longer continue the hatchback design and re-use the 'tail'.

S206 sedan with this code, in addition to having differences only area behind the tails are shorter than the previous variants. Sectors face changed, too. Like the bumper and spoiler designs look a bit 'dangling' to the asphalt. Then, grille and side skirts are designed to support all of the new aerodynamics.

While the legs, especially the four wheels are now using 19-inch diameter rim BBS forged aluminum wrapped with Michelin Pilot rubber round Super Sports. Entrusted to the product's performance Brembo brakes.

On the suspension, Bilstein Subaru products rely sokbreker, per STI, flexible front tower bar, flexible tower and draw bar stiffener. The goal, to create the stability that fit.

Log into the interior, Subaru retains its standard design. Changes appear limited to leather wrapping on the steering wheel and Recaro racing seats.

Machinery sector must also be an important consideration because WRX STI rally is often used as mounts while. Reference kitchen perfecting energy production is more emphasis on reducing the weight of the machine. Among the use of the piston, the piston and crankshaft which has a lighter weight. In addition, injections' power increased thanks to changes in the turbo. Automatic re-programming the ECU also has to be more optimal. The result, increased power to 315 PS 19PS. Sources: topspeed

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Juke Nismo Concept

Juke Nismo Concept introduced with a more flat posture, wider and certainly could be accelerated even faster. Nissan was immediately claimed, Juke Concept Nismo will be one of the star at the Tokyo Motor Show this time.

Concept Nismo Juke presents a combination of a compact car looking like kupe and muscular SUV.

"Global sales of the successful Juke membutkikan consumers are looking for something different," said Andy Palmer, Executive Vice President, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.. "Juke Juke Nismo Concept makes appearance more attractive, energetic and different," he added.

Concept Nismo Juke is shown with white pearls. Kitnya body created by an experienced Nismo designing components for racing cars. Juke that gets polished sections of the Nismo is the front and rear bumper with new design, fender (fenders) that is wider and side skirts.

Modified form of the grille while the rear spoiler modified with an additional element to the side to control air flow efficiently. Even in the door mirror shape changed as to be more aerodynamic.

To improve traction car to the road surface, installing Nismo Juke with 19-inch alloy rims.

Nismo also improve the appearance of the interior is the steering wheel, pedals, instrument panel, stick transmission, door trim, install the seat with a wrapped bouquet of skin type. Finally, the tachometer red light illuminated. [Kompas.com]

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Honda EV-ster, S2000 Future

Honda EV-ster, S2000 Future. Honda Japan has prepared a new generation of new sports car, the EV-ster as a substitute for S2000. The concept shown at Tokyo Motor Show 2011. According Toshinobu Minami, Creative Director of Honda, this model is a typical design of Honda in the future.

If the S2000 is a convertible model, the EV-ster figures appear with the roof open. Fixed compact dimensions, the length of 3.570mm, 1.500mm width and height of 1.100mm. Means that, overall slightly smaller than the S2000. Wheel axis distance is also 85 mm shorter.

Overall, the design of this sports car is different. EV-ster more futuristic with a shorter hood and trunk more petite than the S2000.

Slightly different from the indulgence S2000 239 PS power, electric motor EV-ster could only deliver 77 PS. Acceleration generated when tested 0-60 km / h, it takes 5 seconds and a maximum speed of 160 km / hour.

Privileges EV-ster, the wheel (twin-lever steering system) allows the driver to set power an electric motor as well as setting the suspension.

Through the EV-ster, Honda proves its commitment to continue developing a sports car enthusiast untuki satisfactory speed without reducing the philosophy of 'fun to drive'.

Sources: topspeed

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Cyrus TV Pad

Cyrus TV Pad. Tablet with the ability of Internet-based television or streaming TV was normal, but if the tablet can rotate the analog television programs certainly unusual. TV Pad Cyrus is having such capabilities.

Cyrus TV Pad is a device-based tablet computer Android operating system 2.3 (Gingerbread). This product is claimed to be the first Android tablet in Indonesia which has the ability to broadcast television programs, both analog and Internet-based.

For analog television, the tablet is equipped with an antenna that can be stretched and adjusted its position as an internal antenna which is owned television. As for television-based Internet, these tablets rely on 3G technology (which is bundling with TelkomselFlash) and the Wi-Fi connection.

"For now, the television broadcasts that are available are still local and national television broadcasts, while for international broadcast, we are still in talks with Telkom Group to later provide service on demand channels of IPTV Telkom," said Nino Pohan, President Director of PT. Mitra Nusantara Communications, a news conference at Cyrus Centre, Ambassador Mall, Jakarta, Tuesday (29/11/2011).

Base Multimedia Center with Android Tablet

Budiarto Kusuma, a spokesman for the director of marketing of PT. Partner Communications archipelago as a producer of TV Pad says Cyrus, Cyrus TV Pad can also be called as a multimedia center with Android tablet base.

Because, in addition to television, this tablet also features an analog radio, camera, music player and video player. In addition, the tablet also has GPS and can be used for telephone and send a short message.

"The device is intended for multimedia entertainment, available on this tablet, so users can watch television, listen to music, taking pictures, using only one device," he explained.

Product Specifications

Cyrus TV Pad has a size of 193, 5 x 126, 4 x 14 mm, TFT LCD display with WVGA (800 x 480). Equipped with 955 MV processor, 806 MHz, with 512 MB flash memory plus 512 MB of RAM, and Micro SD up to 32 GB.

Connectivity using Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Edge, WCDMA, and Mini USB. Networks using the HSUPA / HSDPA / WCDMA / EDGE / GPRS / GSM equipped with a GPS sensor, G-sensor, and E-compass.

For multimedia, this tablet has a 5 Megapixel camera with autofocus, FM Radio, MP3 Player, and MPEG4 (video).

source: KOMPAS.COM

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