2009 March MOTORCYCLES
$8799/9499
Engine type: sohc V-Twin
Bore x stroke: 76/80 x 49.5/55mm
Displacement: 449/549cc
Transmission speeds: 5
Front wheel travel: 10.8 in.
Rear wheel travel: 9.9 in.
Fuel capacity: 2.0 gal.
Seat height: 36.1 in.
Front brake: disc
Rear brake: disc
If you happen to be into supermoto in any way, either as a competitor or merely as someone intrigued by the bikes that compete in that form of racing, you owe it to yourself to check out the SXV 4.5. It’s powered by a unique-for-its-class, 449cc, 77-degree, amazingly compact V-Twin engine and comes with super-sticky sportbike tires and a large, radial-mount caliper pinching a big, 320mm front brake rotor. Rear wheels up to as much as 6.5 inches in width can be fitted thanks to a wide, aluminum alloy swingarm. Also available: If 450cc isn’t enough for you. the SXV 5.5 is the same machine but tips the engine size to 549cc.
$8599/9299
Engine type: sohc V-Twin
Bore x stroke: 76/80 x 49.5/55mm
Displacement: 449/549cc
Transmission speeds: 5
Front wheel travel: 11.8 In.
Rear wheel travel: 11.8 in.
Fuel capacity: 2.0 gal.
Seat height: 39.2 in.
Front brake: disc
Rear brake: disc
For enduro riders out there who are looking for something a bit different, the RXV should easily fill the need. With its compact, 77-degree, electric-start, fuel-injected V-Twin engine and aluminum trellis frame, the RXV is unique in all the enduro-bike world. Making the most of current technology, a handlebar toggle switch allows a choice of engine EFI power maps to suite a broader range of riding conditions. Also available: For more trail-Stomping power, try the RXV 5.5. the very same bike but with a 549cc engine.
$6299
Engine type: sohc
Single Displacement: 460cc
Carburetion: EFI
Transmission: automatic
Final drive: gear
Front brake: dual disc
Rear brake: disc
Wheelbase: 60.4 in.
Seat height: 30.7 in.
Fuel capacity: 3.5 gal.
Claimed dry weight: 417 lb.
Want the convenience of a scooter but not the ultra-modern looks of a spaceship? Leave it to the Italians to come up with a thoroughly modern transportation device that still has the charm and spirit of a classic. The Scarabeo 500 has a big, motorcycle-like 16-inch wheel up front and a slightly smaller 14-incher in the rear. This helps the 500 handle more like a motorcycle than a traditional scooter. Optional windscreen and rear luggage box increase around-town usability. Linked brakes and a dashboard that displays computerized trip information make your passage even more pleasurable.
$14,495
Engine type: sohc V-Twin
Displacement: 1078cc
Carburetion: EFI
Transmission speeds: 6
Final drive: chain
Front brake: dual disc
Rear brake: disc
Wheelbase: 57.6 in.
Seat height: 33.5 in.
Fuel capacity: 5.3 gal.
Claimed dry weight: 432 lb.
A bike for all road conditions’? That’s the idea behind the long-travel-suspensioned Multistrada 1100 S. Its engine displacement grew two years ago from 992 to 1078cc, resulting in an even wider powerband with more low-end torque. The bike also has extended service intervals that require a smaller number of parts and fewer operations, which in turn greatly reduce overall running costs. The Multistrada 1100 S comes stock with a smattering of carbon-fiber goodies along with superbike-derived Ohlins suspension components.
$14,995/18,995
Engine type: dohc V-Twin
Displacement: 1099cc
Carburetion: EFI
Transmission speeds: 6
Final drive: chain
Front brake: dual disc
Rear brake: disc
Wheelbase: 58.1 in.
Seat height na
Fuel capacity: 4.1 gal.
Claimed dry weight: 374/369 lb.
No holds barred. That’s the message Ducati is hoping to convey with the new 1098-based Streetfighter. There’s more to this model than simply ditching the 1098’s cat-eye fairing and replacing its stubby clip-ons with a wide Superbike-style handlebar. A revised frame with more-conservative steering geometry and a longer wheelbase provide added stability, even under full-power acceleration. Think of it as a mega-hooligan. Also available: The Streetfighter S. the same basic machine but with special paint, carbon-fiber bits, Ohlins suspension and forged aluminum wheels, plus Ducati Traction Control and Ducati Data Analysis.
$4795
Engine type: ohv Single
Displacement: 492cc
Carburetion: 40mm Keihin
Transmission speeds: 5
Final drive: belt
Front brake: disc
Rear brake: disc
Wheelbase: 55.0 in.
Seat height: 25.5/27.5 in.
Fuel capacily: 2.8 gal.
Claimed dry weight: 360 lb.
If you have a hankering to start riding but don’t know quite where to begin, the Buell Blast could be the perfect answer. This lightweight learner bike inspires confidence in beginners yet offers enough power, refinement and agility to satisfy most riders for years to come. The 492cc Single is not only a great engine to learn with but it’s claimed to offer an amazing 68 miles per gallon. No wonder the Blast is a fun and economical way to get around town or down the highway.
$11,995/14,495
Engine type: sohc V-Twin
Displacement 1078cc
Carburetion: EFI
Transmission speeds: 6
Final drive: chain
Front brake: dual disc
Rear brake: disc
Wheelbase: 57.3 in.
Seat height: 33.3 in.
Fuel capacity: 3.3 gal.
Claimed dry weight: 395/390 lb.
Street-going supemotard bikes based on single-cylinder dirtbikes aren’t much fun on anything other than a racetrack or super-twisty mountain roads. The Hypermotard, however, is powered by Ducati’s air-cooled dual-spark V-Twin for an over-the-top, 125-mph-plus machine that’s ready for action on any road. Also available: The Hypermotard S. which gels a slippery, friction-reducing coaling on iis inverted 48mm Kayaba fork and a fully adjustable Ohlins shock. Brembo Monobloc calipers and forged aluminum wheels further set the S apart from the standard model.
$11,995/13,995
Engine type: sohc V-Twin
Displacement 1078cc
Carburetion: EFI
Transmission speeds: 6
Final drive: chain
Front brake: dual disc
Rear brake: disc
Wheelbase: 57.1 in.
Seal height 31.9 in.
Fuel capacity: 3.8 gal.
Claimed dry weight 373/370 lb.
The latest evolution of Ducati’s iconic naked-bike line is the new-for-2009 Monster 1100. This is essentially an Open-class, single-sided-swingarm spin-off of the entry-level Monster 696, but with a few subtle chassis tweaks to compensate for a big boost in engine performance. Also available: The Monster 1100 S, which offers the added appeal of premium Ohlins suspension components, aluminum front-brake disc carriers and lightweight carbon-fiber cam-bell covers, muffler guards and front fender.
$12,995/11,995
Engine type: sohc V-Twin
Displacement: 992cc
Carburetion: EFI
Transmission speeds: 6
Final drive: chain
Front brake: dual disc
Rear brake: disc
Wheelbase: 56.1 in.
Seal height: 32.5 in.
Fuel capacity: 3.9 gal.
Claimed dry weight: 398/394 lb.
Inspired by classic Ducatis of the Seventies, the retro-style SporlClassic series makes use of the 1000 DS engine, which marries traditional shapes and air/oil cooling with modern performance and features. Top of the line is the half-faired Sport 1000 S, fitted with a Marzocchi fork, black paint on the bodywork, frame and swingarm, and black-anodized rims. Also available: The 1000 biposto SporlClassic. the very same machine but without the half-fairing and with a handlebar that is 3/4 of an inch higher.
$4699
Engine type: sohc Single
Displacement: 244cc
Carburetion: EFI
Transmission: automatic
Final drive: gear
Front brake: dual disc
Rear brake: disc
Wheelbase: 53.S in.
Seat height: 32.0 In.
Fuel capacity: 2.4 gal.
Claimed dry weight: 326 lb.
Striking a balance between a small, urban-friendly scooter and a big, highway-capable maxi-mobile, the Sporteity rolls on 15-inch wheels for stability but has a short wheelbase for quick and easy maneuverability. Inset turnsignals and dual headlamps contribute to the sporty, modem styling, while preload-adjustable dual shocks make sure you’ll get the right ride, whether loaded and two-up or solo. The built-in tinted windscreen should be fine for city use, but for those looking to travel the highways, a taller windscreen and rear luggage case are offered as options.
$3499/26S9
Engine type: sohc Single
Displacement: 181/96cc
Cartb.: 29mm Keihin/22mm Dcll’Orto
Transmission: automatic
Final drive: gear
Front brake: disc
Rear brake: disc/drum
Wheelbase: 54.8/49.4 In.
Seat height: 31.9/30.7 in.
Fuel capacity: 2.1 gal.
Here’s the quintessential Italian transportation system or at least that’s what Aprilia’s marketing people would have you believe. But they do have a good point. The Scarabeo 200 combines a spunky 18lcc engine, 16-inch alloy wheels, disc brakes and an upright riding position with a flat floorboard. An underseat storage compartment provides enough space for a helmet, some textbooks or a few groceries. Also available: The Scarabeo 100, a smaller, 96cc version of the 200 offering plenty of savings in weight-and impact on one’s wallet.
$2899/2099
Engine type: sohc Single
Displacement: 124/50cc
Cart.: 30mm/17.5mm Keihin
Transmission: automatic
Final drive: gear
Front brake: disc
Rear brake: drum
Wheelbase: 53.5 in.
Seat height: 30.5 in.
Fuel capacity: 2.0 gal.
Okay, so you’re sold on the idea of economical two-wheel transportation; but the current state of your personal economic situation not to mention that of the rest of the world-makes even the meager monthly installments on a Scarabeo 200 pie in the sky. That’s where the Sportcity 125 fits in. It offers many of the same qualities found in Aprilia’s high-end scooter range, but in a lighter-weight package that rolls on 14-inch wheels. Also available: The Sportcity 50, a smaller, $800 less-expensive, 50cc version of the 125.
$3099
Engine type: two-stroke Single
Displacement: 49cc
Carburetion: EFI
Transmission: automatic
Final drive: gear
Front brake: disc
Rear brake: disc
Wheelbase: 50.8 in.
Seat height: 32.2 in.
Fuel capacity: 1.8 gal.
Who says scooters have to be economy-minded commuting machines? Well, okay, they arc, but they can also be wicked fun. Take the SR 50: You don’t have to dig deep in Aprilia’s war chest to find out where the design inspiration came from. With styling and an intake that’s right off the big RSV 1000 R, the SR 50 has sporting intentions that arc registered loud and clear. An analog tach adds a nice touch to the digital instrument cluster. Options include a racing monoshock, a 32-liter top box, windshields and footrest spoilers.
$5499
Engine type: two-stroke
Single Displacement: 125cc
Carburetion: 28mm Dell’Orto
Transmission speeds: 6
Final drive: chain
Front brake: disc
Rear brake: disc
Wheelbase: 52.9 in.
Seat height: 31.6 in.
Fuel capacity: 3.7 gal.
Claimed dry weight: 280 lb.
Whether you’re on the fast track to MotoGP fame and fortune, a hobby racer or simply a track-day attendee, the RS 125 is road-course ready and easy to ride. Its lightweight chassis, responsive cat-like reflexes and zingy two-stroke single-cylinder engine deliver all the racing sensation and emotion that only a two-stroke GP-bred machine can provide. But don’t be misled by the fact this bike comes equipped with street amenities; its sold as a track-use-only bike that is not street-legal in the USA.
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