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News

The Ducati Diavel V4 Receives Numerous Design Awards And Global Acclaim

Ducati first launched the Diavel again in 2011, and again then, it was clear that the bike was completely different. By far probably the most un-Ducati-like bike within the Italian producer’s lineup, the Diavel catered to riders searching for a extra laid again expertise, all whereas offering the identical Ducati efficiency and character. As it might prove, teh Diavel would turn into an enormous success, garnering plenty of reward and recognition within the business.

2023 Ducati Diavel V4 - Red - Right Side Riding

2023 noticed the debut of probably the most highly effective Diavel but, a motorcycle which not solely elevated the mannequin vary’s standing, however your complete cruiser section too. The Ducati Diavel V4 shares the identical energy plant because the Multistrada V4, an engine that marks a number of firsts for the House of Borgo Panigale. On the one hand, the 1,158cc V4 engine is the primary fashionable engine to desert Ducati’s Desmodromic valve actuation. It’s additionally the primary V4 engine they’ve stuffed into an journey bike, not to mention a cruiser. With 168 horsepower and 93 pound-feet of torque on faucet, you may argue that the Diavel V4 flaunts extra energy than a cruiser has any enterprise having.

As outlandish as it could appear, the Diavel V4 appeals to various fans a lot in order that it has garnered a number of design awards. For instance, the bike was the recipient of the acclaimed Good Design Award from the Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design. Established in Chicago in 1950, the Good Design Award is taken into account because the world’s oldest and most esteemed design award. Apart from that, the Ducati Diavel V4 additionally obtained particular point out in Excellent Product Design on the German Design Awards 2024. The German Design Awards, acknowledged by the German Design Council, is introduced to merchandise with excellent design each two years.

Ducati And Bentley Team Up For Limited-Edition Diavel V4

Apart from these acclaimed design awards, the Ducati Diavel additionally obtained the title of “Most Beautiful Motorcycle” again in EICMA 2022 when it was showcased. In the true world, the facility cruiser obtained praises from publications corresponding to “Cruiser of the Year” on the 2023 MCN Awards, and “Best Cruiser” within the Swiss Töff Awards. Philippine automotive publication C! Magazine additionally named the Diavel V4 the “Best Power Cruiser” in 2023.

As for what the longer term holds with the Diavel V4, properly it’s clear that Ducati’s not slowing down. Apart from a refreshed 2024 iteration of the Italian energy cruiser, the Diavel was just lately the topic of a novel collaboration with British automotive marque Bentley. We’ve talked about this eye-catching restricted launch in a earlier article, however in essence, the collaboration options simply 500 models of the Diavel V4 decked out in styling parts that pay homage to Bentley’s upcoming grand tourer, the Batur. There’ll even be an unique collection of fifty Diavel for Bentley Mulliners supplied solely to Bentley prospects.

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KTM 85SX JETTING: MR KNOW-IT-ALL

Dear Mr. Know-It-All,

I’ve a 2011 KTM 85 that had main plug fowling issues that we fastened by placing the throttle-slider needle clip to the second notch to the highest.
When it was fowling a plug, it used to begin second kick each time chilly; now, it takes 15 odd kicks to get it to fireside up. When it does begin, it revs to full throttle with out me touching the throttle till it’s heat. The bizarre factor is, for those who began it within the morning and let it settle down utterly, it could begin second kick like a traditional two-stroke.
You appear to repair everybody’s issues, so we thought we might strive you. Thank you a lot to your time.

Flynn

through [email protected]

thumping at erzberg

I personally despatched a missive to my buddy Dick Wilk for his recommendation right here, because it may very well be a myriad of points plaguing your steed. If the throttle shouldn’t be sticking open, then you’ve got an air leak. In Dick’s phrases: “This can come from the base gasket, intake manifold, center case gasket or crank seals. You can have the engine pressure checked to determine where it’s leaking, or send the engine to Dick’s Racing for evaluation. A medium-sized ice chest works great for shipping engines.”

last years top clamp fits perfectly
Last years prime clamp suits completely on the brand new TBI 300, and Enduro Engineering is providing spacers for the 23 mannequin (plus the the older machines).
last years top clamp fits perfectly
last years top clamp fits perfectly
last years top clamp fits perfectly

Every lanky pilot who owns certainly one of these beautiful machines goes by your similar dilemma, as the brand new KTM 300 has been re-engineered from fore to aft. The new bar mounts usually are not rubber mounted and have two bar positions as a substitute of 4. They are available in place 1. Flip them round to 2 to open it up. As of now, a number of firms are engaged on a extra adjustable bar mount. We referred to as Jeff Slavens, and he instructed us that final yr’s clamp suits completely and offers you six out there bar positions. Jeff stated that Flo Motorsports has 4mm-lowered pegs, and Seat Concepts has a Comfort tall saddle that’s 19mm taller than the stocker.

If you don’t thoughts displaying your ignorance for the world to see, who’re we to disclaim the chance? Send proof of your failures to [email protected] orMr. Know-It-All
Dirt Bike P.O. Box 957
Valencia, CA 91380-9057

Motorsport

People Are Paying More Than the Sticker Price for Chrysler 300s

The Chrysler 300 is quite an old car. The current generation was introduced in 2011, but the core architecture of the car dates all the way back to the original model from the mid-2000s – a vehicle itself based on a decades-old Mercedes platform. Despite its age, Consumer Reports reports that people are paying more than the manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) for the Chrysler 300 on average, in comparison to any other vehicle on sale.

Consumer Reports analyzed data from TrueCar to identify which vehicles are currently selling for the most over their respective sticker prices. The analysis revealed that on average, each Chrysler 300 was selling for 12 percent over MSRP. This is a surprising statistic, especially considering that very little has changed about the car in the last decade.


Cars

5 Of The Worst Custom Motorcycles From American Chopper

In 2011, the TV show “American Chopper” held a bike building competition with three designers competing for the audience’s vote. The contestants included Paul Teutul Sr. from Orange County Choppers, Paul Teutul Jr. representing his own company, and Jesse James from West Coast Choppers and “Monster Garage” fame.

Jesse James chose a classic chopper design with a frame made from stainless steel. Paul Jr. went for a design inspired by a World War II P-51 Mustang fighter plane. And surprisingly, OCC (Orange County Choppers) selected an unconventional snowmobile-like all-terrain vehicle.

Why did OCC choose such an odd creation that didn’t match the competition’s theme and had no chance of winning? According to Paul Sr., he believed he was already unpopular due to the conflicts at OCC and thought he wouldn’t receive any votes, so they might as well build something outrageous.

And outrageous it was. The bike required the rider to lay down flat to drive it, had tank treads instead of front tires, and was powered by twin electric motors. As an extra touch, it even had flamethrowers on the front. After lots of trash talk and jokes between the teams, Paul Jr. and his P-51 Mustang-themed bike were declared the winners.

Motorsport

New Honda N-Box Debuts With Tiny Wheels, Huge Interior Space

The first-generation Honda N-Box was released in Japan in 2011 and had a very square appearance. Now, the automaker has unveiled the third-generation N-Box, which will be available in Japan this fall. Orders will begin in August, but pricing details have not yet been announced.

Similar to its predecessors, the latest N-Box maintains its boxy design. Even the headlights now have square surrounds, and the vehicle features a short front end with the majority of the space dedicated to the passenger compartment. The rear doors slide open, similar to those found on a minivan. For those looking to add some style, there is an optional Fashion Style package that includes off-white accents on the mirrors and door handles, as well as body-color wheel caps.


Motorsport

BMW M140i effortlessly reaches speeds of 155+ MPH on the Autobahn

The BMW 1 Series, specifically the second-generation F20 (five-door) and F21 (three-door), was in production from 2011 to 2019. This version was the brand’s most recent rear-wheel-drive hatchback and offered six-cylinder engine options. The M140i, which was introduced in 2016 during the facelift, remains a top-performing hot hatch even by today’s standards.

Interestingly, the latest third-generation 1 Series (F40) doesn’t offer a powertrain that matches the performance of the M140i. It’s worth noting that the M140i features BMW’s renowned B58 3.0-liter inline-six twin-turbo engine, delivering an impressive 335 horsepower (250 kilowatts) at 5,500 rpm and 369 pound-feet (500 Newton-meters) of torque between 1,520 and 4,500 rpm. In comparison, the most powerful third-gen model offers a 2.0-liter turbo engine with 302 hp (225 kW) and 332 lb-ft (450 Nm) of torque.


Motorsport

Rare 2011 Shelby GT500 Dyno Shows Good Engine Condition After 83,000 Miles

In 2011, Ford produced a total of 5,100 units of the Shelby GT500. Out of those, only 126 had a glass roof option, making them rare and hard to find on the market today. If you do manage to find one for sale, be prepared to pay a hefty price. Recently, someone purchased one of these 126 cars with approximately 83,000 miles on it and decided to test the engine’s power output.

The 2011 Shelby GT500 comes with a stock 550 horsepower and 515 pound-feet of torque at the flywheel. This model introduced a new aluminum 5.4-liter V8 engine that was lighter and more efficient than its cast-iron predecessor. These improvements also eliminated the US Gas Guzzler Tax for the sports car.

However, the particular car being tested is not completely stock. It has been modified with a cold air intake system, a VMP heat exchanger, and an upgraded Borla exhaust system. These enhancements allow the supercharged engine to breathe better. The car in the video is running on 93-octane fuel and has a TR-6060 six-speed transmission, which remains in its stock condition. The dyno runs are performed in fourth gear, which has a 1:1 ratio.

The best result achieved by this modified 2011 Shelby GT500 is 508 horsepower at the wheels. Taking into account the average 15-percent drivetrain loss, the peak output at the flywheel is estimated to be around 584 horsepower. This is a respectable result considering the mileage and the relatively minor modifications made to the engine. In terms of torque, it registered 484 pound-feet at the wheels, which translates to approximately 557 pound-feet at the engine, again surpassing the factory numbers.

While a dyno run is not the definitive indicator of an engine’s overall condition, it does suggest that this 5.4-liter supercharged V8 is in good health.

Motorsport

Tour An Abandoned Saab Dealership With Over 20 Forgotten Cars

In 2011, Saab went out of business. While many dealers transitioned to selling other automobiles, an abandoned Saab dealership in France did not. Urban explorers recently visited the dealership and discovered that it closed suddenly, leaving behind around 20 cars in various states of repair.

The Saab dealership originally opened in 1972, and it was operated by the same family that also ran a Husqvarna store in the same building. The business reportedly faced difficulties when one of the brothers fell ill.

Unfortunately, the abandoned dealership has been previously visited by less scrupulous individuals who broke windows and stole parts from the vehicles.

Inside the main showroom, there are two Saab 9-3s and a Saab 9-5. Aside from missing pieces and broken windows, these cars appear to be restorable.

The various offices are filled with garbage, as people seemingly tore things apart in search of valuables. However, the brochures, dealer artwork, and even paint samples and upholstery offerings remain, although they have significantly faded due to sun exposure.

In the workshop, there is an even bigger surprise. Alongside more Saabs, there are also Citroen, Peugeot, and Renault models. Several Saab 9000s, possibly dating back to 1998, can be found. The Saab 9000 model was first produced in 1984.

Some of the cars in the workshop have managed to avoid damage from looters. While covered in dust, many of these vehicles could potentially be restored to running condition with some cleaning and fresh fluids. There are plenty of YouTube channels specializing in cleaning vehicles in much worse condition than these.

The workshop also houses various spare parts, including at least one engine block. For Saab enthusiasts and specialists, this collection of cars and components would be considered a treasure trove. The spare parts could keep many Saab 9-3s, 9-5s, and 9000s on the road as donors.

Following Saab’s bankruptcy, the factory and remaining assets were purchased by NEVS. Although NEVS had plans to produce an electric version of the Saab 9-3, they ended up building a few combustion-powered versions using the leftover parts.

Technology

Afraid Of Needles? An Australian Company Are Very Close To An Alternative

An Australian company called Vaxxas is on the verge of introducing an alternative to traditional needle-based vaccinations. The company’s vaccine patch technology, which was developed in 2011 by researchers from the University of Queensland, is based on the concept of dry-delivery microneedles. Unlike regular injections, each individual needle in the patch is coated with the vaccine solution.

The patch consists of thousands of tiny needles that are placed on the inside of a small patch. These needles are so small that they cannot be seen or felt, but they are capable of piercing the upper layers of the skin. When the patch is applied to a patient’s arm and tapped, the vaccine is delivered to the immune cells through the needles. The entire process takes only a few seconds and is virtually painless for the patient. Additionally, since the needles are small, only a fraction of the vaccine solution required for a traditional injection is needed to create a single patch.

To fast-track the development and global deployment of vaccine patches, the Queensland state government has pledged its full support to Vaxxas. The patches have been included in the government’s Biomedical 10-Year Roadmap and Action Plan, recognizing their potential contribution to pandemic preparedness.

According to Queensland deputy premier Steven Miles, this technology has the potential to be an essential tool in responding to pandemics. By enabling quick and easy deployment of vaccines to communities, vaccine patches can play a crucial role in preparing for and managing outbreaks.

Vaxxas has already conducted successful tests of its vaccine patch system on more than 500 human subjects. If all goes according to plan, commercial distribution of vaccine patches could begin within the next three to five years.