Demonstration of the Honda Goldwing airbag system

MotoGP outfit team Rizla Suzuki’s new engine development was pushed forward for this past weekend’s race at Barcelona, the Rizla Suzuki team in an attempt to redress a deficit in power for the GSV-R compared to the other MotoGP machines.This however caused the Rizla team to roll out the new motor spec for race day, which eventually ending up with either a failure of the engine during the race, which is what happened to Australian Chris Vermeulen, or a lack of necessary parts for Monday’s post-race test.

This is why the veteran Loris Capirossi was back with the previous version of the Suzuki power source for a day of experimentation, However the veteran Capirossi did not feel that the regression had too much of an adverse effect on his plans for the next race of the MotoGP season at Assen.

The veteran said “We had a full day in which to develop the bike, and we used it to try a different chassis and a different cowling. As regards the engine, we are still at the stage where we can use either the old one or the new one,” he then added with a reserved analysis of the new engine’s capabilities.

“It’s maybe a little more powerful, but the main thing is the character. It makes the bike easier to ride. We can say that it’s a step forward, but we need a bigger one. Luckily we don’t need a really strong engine for Assen, so maybe there we will be competitive also,” said Capirossi.

Capirossi's crew chief Stuart Shenton then added“I think that we can be a lot closer straight away in Assen. The new engine spec certainly helped us in this last race, In an ideal world we would have used it for this test, but we have to save the parts for the next race. I don’t think it hurt us too much today though.”

Loris Capirossi is set to race at Assen with a Suzuki for the first time at the next round,In previous years he had been missing due to injury.

 

Suzuki Motorcycles has now expanded its popular Boulevard range by releasing its new C109RT model motorcycle.

This is the sixth model in Suzuki’s ever expanding Boulevard and popular cruiser range, the Suzuki Boulevard C109RT motorcycle is set to stand out from the other with the addition of white wall tyres, a distinctive two-tone red/black livery and the presence of a studded seat to complement the classic, sweeping lines and chrome-plated finishes of this motorcycle. Suzuki have also introduced a 19-litre fuel tank which enables extended touring range, while passenger foot boards enhance an already comfortable riding experience and represent a more classic tourer feel.

Suzuki has combined Boulevard C109R with the revered, biggest-displacement production engine and advanced technology with timeless, classic cruiser styling in a unique yet stylish package.

This Suzuki motorcycle comes with advanced technology, it is powered by a 1783cc, DOHC, 54 degree V-Twin engine, which delivers impressive torque throughout a huge powerband.

The Suzuki engine also features massive 112mm forged aluminium pistons and a unique two-stage cam drive system, while Suzuki’s Dual Throttle Valve (SDTV) fuel injection system ensures the ever smooth power delivery.

Not to e forgotten with the motorcycle is that complementing the potent engine, the classic power cruiser incorporates a range of extra features to put the Boulevard C109R at the pointy end of the pack.

A high-tensile, double-cradle steel frame and suspension system with telescopic front forks and a rear swingarm with a preload-adjustable shock absorber deliver a comfortable ride and agile handling for such a big motorcycle.

The braking performance has been enhanced by a new combined system, which now applies the rear brake and partial front brake when the rear brake lever is applied.

Also this motorcyle is more traditional than the Suzuki’s Boulevard ‘M’ line of muscle cruisers, the Boulevard C109R’s has a upright seating position and pullback handlebars offer impressive rider comfort on the longer touring trips.

 

From the publishers of the famous and well respected Road Rider and Road Rider’s Cruiser & Trike have just launched roadrider.com.au, This is a new website for the entire motorcycle community.

The road rider website will offers important services, such as

• Motorcycle news from around the globe.

• Blogs for people who just can’t get enough of The Bear’s adventures and keep wanting more.

• There will also be referencing of key travel, gear and bike stories for enthusiasts to read

Peter Thoeming the editor said “Road Rider readers are used to getting quality information about motorcycles, travel and gear from our magazines, but the website allows us to venture into news,” he also added “The news plus the interactive features are genuine points of difference in the market.”

Surely there will be riders out there asking, Why a website?

“Put simply, there are mag people and there are web people,” said Associate Publisher Janice Williams. “The website gives us an opportunity to make sure we are reaching people who are in the web habit, plus also offer a better service to those who are mag people but are currently going elsewhere for news."

 

 

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