Rabu, 22 September 2010

Ducati Monster S4R 2010

Using a rubber mallet, very gently drive the factory bolt out.From the right side, install the shorter slider into the frame and insert the threaded rod through the slider till it meets the factory engine bolt.Grip the supplied threaded rod firmly in the middle with a vise or pliers, insert a stainless steel washer and install the supplied locknut until about 6-8 threads are exposed. You may have to secure the left side with a socket wrench to do this.Loosen and remove the nut on the right side(right while sitting on bike).

Remove the rubber bungs that cover the left and right mounting points as seen in the above picture. If you are unsure about the tightening torque, check your motorcycle's manual or www.motovationusa.com/torque.html for a quick reference guide Make sure the bike is on a stand and vertical, and make sure that the engine is supported from below by blocks. It is highly recommended that you refer to your service manual before performing this installation. These frame sliders are designed to fit specific engine mounts of your bike. Please read all instructions before beginning work!

They are tough but not brittle and can also absorb a huge impact. Each and every model is tested for drop and slide protection. Motovation frame protection slider kits are designed and manufactured by a company that only makes frame sliders.  These frame sliders have been designed to offer unsurpassed protection for the S2R, S4R, 600/620/900/1000, Multistrada in the unfortunate event of a lowside or tip over.

Ducati 848 2010

The Team Ducati Marlboro has attained successes on this track Meanwhile, Nicky Hayden would also be looking to attaining his full form by extracting as much as he from the Desmosedici at the Brno circuit, which has always been best suited for this specific purpose. Casey Stoner has picked up some satisfactorily positive points in the way of his form run, post taking podium finishes in his previous four races. The Ducati Marlboro Team shall be the event this week.

The second half of MotoGP World Championship situated on these tracks follows the passing summer break. The engine performance must also be up to date given the stretches of straights. The excess width of the tracks affords a racing line that is precise. These are in account of the many downhill areas that require braking. Things required for this track are a good rider, a durable and good tyre and an impeccable set-up of the bike being ridden.

Speedy direction changes, elevation changes and chicanes feature in its fast paced and diverse design, with the track breadth as much as 15 metres in some parts. The previous track was a favourite among the riders and that the Brno track retains some of the characteristics from it makes it popular with the riders still. Earlier, the Grand Prix was held on the precarious and out-dated circuit whose replacement the Brno circuit really is. It runs among the hills which border the second city of the Czech Republic.  The Brno motorcycle circuit is one of the gems of motorcycle circuit racing worldwide.

Ducati Street Fighter 2010

A truly one off frame separates the men from the boys so This is kind of the crème de la crème of building a special. Now that doesn't mean we have to swear off the idea of designing our own. They have the time and money to put all the R&D and design into them they want until you have a super light, super rigid frame. Let's face it.

In the day and age we live in, it's hard to beat the quality and construction of the latest and greatest factory superbikes. You can put the best suspension, biggest brakes, and lightest wheels you can afford on your bike, but if the frame is weak and twitchy all those killer parts are for nothing. This is the beginning and end of how well your bike is going to perform. With out a frame we basically have a pile of random parts, but there's more to it then just a place to bolt it all together.

One thing that has always intrigued me was frame design. Each part that is assembled with the machine not only adds in its function but also to it's style. Chassis design, suspension components, and body design are all key factors of what makes a motorcycle unique. The way in which these elements are connected, to work as a whole, are practically limitless.

In the grand scheme of things, we are working with 3 main elements: the wheels, the engine and the seat.  In the wonderful world of Fighterdom, you are only limited by your imagination.

Ducati Monster 2010

The end result was a new look that makes the Monster prowl and gives it Eventually I bought a bracket that cleaned everything up and was frankly a lot simpler than trying to tweak my own. However, I was not able to create the clean finished look that I wanted. It was alot of fun and I enjoyed the creative process. All you need is a hacksaw, 4 small "L" brackets and some small nuts and bolts.

It made me feel manly to stick it to the man and make my own tailchop, You can do your own with basic parts from the hardware store. My first chop was done with spare parts and brackets. It actually requires more guts than skill. It's a simple process that any wannabe shop mechanic can do. Make it a true Monster.

Disfigure it! Cut the tail, chop the frame, eliminate the fender, whatever you want to call it. Release the beast from the excess plastic and junk that have been the mark of domestication. If you would like to give some dignity back to your beloved Monster then its time to remove its mark of civility. Much like getting a mongrel from the pound you have to collar, license and tag and put the poor thing on a leash.

Then something terrible happened in the name of regulation, the rear fender was designed from my daughters Barbie bicycle and the beast was tamed.  It's not supposed to be pretty, its misshapen and bare, taking to the streets with attitude and performance to match.

Ducati Monster 1000 2010

At the same time coinciding with an all new engine range for the Super Sport range the Monster inherited the all new 2 valve 800 and 1000 engines becoming the S2R 800 and S2R 1000 respectively, although, it could be argued that the term "all-new" is incorrect as the engines were modified 750cc and 900cc powerplants from the Supersport Adorned with Ohlins suspension, Marchesini alloy wheels and radial brakes it took the performance and handling of the Monster to the next level. In 2005 it was all change again with the retirement of the famous 916 powerplant, only for the engine to be replaced with the Testastretta engine from the 999 Superbike creating the top of the range S4R. Adding premium components from the likes of Brembo, Marchesini, Showa and other manufacturers they created a bike which would become legendary for it's versatility and ability.

Early in 2000 Ducati added fuel injection to the M900 and in 2001 shoehorned the watercooled 916 engine from the 916 superbike into the Monster creating the S4, a brutally fast and fun naked bike. With bodywork designed by Miguel Angel Galluzzi it was an instant hit with its back to basics design remit, light weight, sportsbike handling and awesome exhaust note. Sharing parts from several model ranges it took the frame from the 916 family, married to a carburetted aircooled engine ranging from the M400 through to the M900 (M400, M600, M750, M900).  Credited as the bike which saved Ducati in troubled times the Ducati Monster was first launched in 1993 to critical acclaim.