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AJP 240 EXTREME: FULL TEST

In secret, hidden workshops everywhere in the world, riders dump money and time into conventional four-stroke path bikes to make them higher and even to make use of them for racing. AJP has a greater choice that replaces all of the compromised funds path bike working gear with a high-end Portuguese chassis utilizing a stable and confirmed Chinese 233cc SOHC engine. It is lighter, slimmer and higher outfitted than any rudimentary path bike. The SPR 240 Extreme mannequin options Galfer rotors, Brembo brakes, metallic crimson hubs with black rims and Michelin tires, electric-start (solely, no kickstart backup), a tapered handlebar, and qc.

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The AJP 240 is tremendous quiet, the seat peak it low and targets the budget-minded path rider. It is painted with high-end elements.

Additional options are a novel chassis with the gasoline tank toting each gas and having the Twinkie-shaped air filter mounted to the spine of the body. The shrouds (the place the tank would usually be) home a small battery on the appropriate facet and a big oil cooler on the left. The body is a hybrid with cast-aluminum swingarm and body spars, however the body cradle and steering head are product of metal, as is a part of the subframe system. Lights and high quality aluminum footpegs with replaceable tooth are commonplace. On the SPR 240 Extreme (tagged the X mannequin), Sachs suspension with a totally adjustable reservoir rear shock and sealed cartridge 48 fork deal with damping wants. The facet stand has an auto-up characteristic that received’t enable using off with the stand down.

Control efforts are mild with wonderful really feel. Shifting is crisp and clear with a brief lever throw. Riders with smaller boots could need to take away their foot from the footpeg to achieve the shifter. There doesn’t seem like room to mount a shorter shifter with out incorporating a linkage just like the Yamaha TT-R125. Premium Michelin enduro tires in 18-inch rear and 21-inch entrance deal with traction.

Firing the 240 up is simple, and particularly so for a carbureted bike. The choke lever is simple to achieve, and the air-cooled mill doesn’t need to be awake lengthy earlier than the choke will be clicked off. Unlike many four-stroke machines, the AJP makes use of a single throttle cable with no second cable to drive return the carb slide. The return cable pulley remains to be on the appropriate facet of the carb. Between the pulley and the aluminum facet spar, adjusting the idle is a problem. Our bike idled effectively sufficient. Like some older Husaberg four-strokes that share the identical air filter mounting, consumption sound is current however extra noticeable when stopped.

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The clutch motion is mild with good engagement. It has good floor clearance and has good skid plate to guard its stomach.

There is little vibration, and the ability supply is equally easy. There isn’t a whole lot of snap to the ability, however it builds easily and continually because the rpm climb. You can scream the engine in a gear relatively than shifting. A contemporary short-stroke four-stroke engine would bounce off the rev limiter and sound like it’s coming aside, however not the air-cooled engine.

To preserve the bike quiet, it’s match with a compact, modern and light-weight exhaust system consisting of a protracted, non-tapered header with what appears like a two-stroke motocross muffler. It’s designed to stagger the exhaust observe by way of an inner barrier and re-enter the exhaust bore by just a few holes within the facet of the barrier tube. A bigger muffler might be equally quiet and add some snap to the low-rpm response.

While on the topic, the exhaust is sort of near the decrease floor of the subframe gas tank. There is not any warmth protect on the pipe or the gas tank, however we had no issues. The last bend within the header melted our over-the-boot using pant leg in just a few locations.

AJP has carried out the whole lot potential to take care of a low seat peak whereas sustaining roughly a foot of suspension journey. The standing place is good and slim. We discovered it roomy for riders over 6 toes tall. The seated place is tight for tall riders between the seat and pegs. We measured 20 inches from the peg tooth to the highest of the seat. That is in the identical vary as a whole lot of mini cycles within the 85cc to 150cc vary.

The seat is comfortably padded for a light-weight rider. It is eliminated by way of a intelligent latch recessed into the sting of the rear fender close to the molded-in plastic seize parts of the fender edge. We didn’t hit any mud, however suspect that eradicating the seat, or a minimum of discovering the latch, is perhaps powerful on a muddy day.

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For the considerably quick wheelbase, the AJP is very secure and reassuring to journey at pace. At the identical time, it has correct steering to let it slice up tight trails. Suspension motion is reactive, and clearly tuned for path speeds and circumstances. We consider that extra miles will make the spectacular brakes and suspension even higher.

AJP presents a base-model SPR 240. It has a small skid plate, black hubs and a 43mm inverted fork. It additionally has extra primary brake calipers and grasp cylinders. It sells for $5499. We suppose the Brembo brakes and Sachs 48mm fork are well worth the value distinction on the Extreme “X” mannequin.

We suspect that the first curiosity on this machine will come from shorter and lighter riders. For them, this machine is a house run, and the AJP is pretty much as good because it will get.

Price: $5999

Contact: www.ajpmotos.com

Internet

Google Has A Hidden Easter Egg For NASA’s Mars Helicopter: Here’s How To Find It

Now that you’ve got uncovered Google’s hidden Easter egg let’s delve into the fascinating world of NASA’s Mars Helicopter, Ingenuity. After a collection of checks and diagnostics, Ingenuity made its first powered flight above the Martian surface on April 19, 2021.

Since its deployment, Ingenuity has launched into a collection of take a look at flights, showcasing its capabilities within the skinny Martian ambiance. The copter’s major mission is to help the Perseverance Rover by scouting and offering invaluable knowledge on potential scientific factors of curiosity.

Originally deliberate for anyplace between one to 5 flights, Ingenuity has far exceeded its operational goals. As of January 2024, Ingenuity has carried out 69 flights, and extra flights are scheduled sooner or later. The plane was additionally just lately within the information after it set a brand new distance document on Mars by flying 2,315 toes (705 meters) throughout its 69th flight.

Ingenuity did give NASA a little bit of a scare in 2023 after NASA misplaced contact with the craft whereas performing its 52nd flight. The helicopter remained uncontactable for properly over two months (63 days, to be exact) earlier than NASA finally reconnected with the aircraft when the Perseverance Rover moved nearer to it.

Motorsport

Classic Corvette, Jaguar E-Type Look Beat Up But Salvageable In UK Barn Find

Cracking open an old barn or garage can reveal hidden treasures, and Anglia Car Auctions in Scotland recently uncovered quite a collection of vehicles, which are set to be auctioned off. Among the finds is a 1959 Chevrolet Corvette, one of the first cars discovered in the dilapidated barn. Although it lacks an engine and gearbox, it does come with a dismantled V8 engine and manual transmission. The current owner purchased the car in the 1990s with no accompanying paperwork.

Another noteworthy car in the collection is a 1935 Plymouth Coupe, sporting a two-tone pastel yellow and light brown exterior. Despite its age, it’s in relatively good shape with just a few dings and faded paint.

Four Jaguars are also part of the collection. A 1963 Jaguar E-Type 3.8 Roadster is missing some crucial parts, including fenders, a front bumper, hood, and windshield. The 1955 XK140 and 1959 XK150 are in better condition, but the standout is a 1947 Jaguar 1.5, which can still roll on its own.

Other notable vehicles include a 1973 Bond Bug 700, a 1952 Bentley MkVI, a 1959 Ford Consul Capri, and a 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite Frogeye. The collection also features two Land Rovers and two MGs.

All 14 cars from the Scottish collection will be up for auction on November 4 and 5. With no reserve, these forgotten cars, many of which have not been taxed since the 80s, are in poor condition and are better suited as parts cars rather than candidates for full restoration.

Motorsport

Big Barn Find Reveals Numbers-Matching Dodge Charger Under Decades Of Dirt

Big Barn Find Reveals Matching Dodge Charger Hidden Under Dirt for Decades

It’s amazing to think that there are special cars out there collecting dust in barns and garages across the United States. One such discovery includes a unique assortment of vehicles, including a 1968 Dodge Charger 440 R/T and several models from Ford’s Edsel brand. In addition, there are glimpses of a Chrysler New Yorker Sedan, Chevrolet Corvair, and the first-generation Dodge Charger.

Let’s focus on the ’68 Charger 440 since it’s the car we get the best look at. The video tour begins at five minutes and 20 seconds. This particular car is numbers-matching, meaning it still has its original engine and transmission. The body, fender, and trunk tags also display the correct numbers.

While there are some positives, this Charger needs a lot of work before it can hit the road again. The engine is seized, and the three-speed automatic gearbox requires a rebuild. The interior is in need of a complete restoration. There is even a hole in the floor behind the driver, and the center of the trunk floor needs replacing.

The body of the car is also in rough shape. There are various dents and dings, and rust can be found along the lower side sills, along with a hole in the body on the passenger side. A full repaint is necessary, and some of the windows are missing.

Bringing this Charger back to life would be a significant undertaking, but with enough time, patience, and energy, it could be done.

Moving on to the other cars in the barn, the Edsels and other vehicles appear to be in better shape, at least on the outside. However, they are covered in a thick layer of dust. Additionally, stray cats have made the barn their home, which has prevented mice from causing damage but has unfortunately turned an Edsel Pacer convertible into a litter box. It’s not a pleasant sight.

For those unfamiliar with the brand, Edsel only existed from 1958 to 1960. These models were positioned above Ford and roughly on par with Mercury in the Blue Oval’s hierarchy. The vehicles featured unique styling but shared certain elements with Ford and Mercury vehicles. Unfortunately, buyers were not interested, leading to the discontinuation of the brand.

Smartphones

This iPhone Feature Allows You to Easily Redial the Last Phone Number

Did you know that the iPhone has a hidden feature that lets you quickly redial the last phone number you called? Instead of scrolling through your contact list to find the number again, you can bring it up instantly using the manual dialer.

Here’s how it works: Open the Phone app on your iPhone, go to the manual dialer, and simply tap the green call button without entering any numbers. The first tap will automatically paste the last number you called or dialed into the number entry. If you tap the call button again, you’ll call that number.

In comparison to scrolling through your contact list and selecting the number, this method only requires three quick taps: open the dialer, tap the call button, and tap it again. This is especially useful if you have a lengthy contacts list. Just make sure to double-check the number before redialing, especially if you’ve been making multiple calls.

Additionally, if you use Siri on your iPhone, you can also redial a number quickly using a voice command. Activate Siri and say “redial that last number” to immediately call the most recent number you dialed. Similarly, if you want to quickly call back a number that called you, say “return my last call.”

Gaming, News

Lenovo Legion Glasses Skip AR In Favor Of Portable Big Screen Gaming

The Legion Glasses essentially replicate the experience of a large screen hidden behind a pair of lenses, and despite the Legion branding, they aren’t targeted at hardcore gamers. The pitfall here is that the screen refresh rate is locked to 60Hz. Lenovo appears to have made a conscious choice here, as the Legion Go itself won’t be able to crack past the 60fps mark while playing the current wave of demanding AAA titles.

Another consideration here is that the Legion Glasses are also targeted at content consumption. You don’t really need a 90Hz or a higher refresh rate screen to enjoy a movie on Netflix or a YouTube video — 60fps videos are plenty smooth, and anything above it just seems overkill. However, if you had dreams of plugging in the glasses with a high-end gaming PC, 60fps is where you hit the peak.

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Lenovo is banking more on the plug-and-play appeal of the Legion Glasses as a “portable, private, large screen viewing experience” and not necessarily shattering any visual quality or performance benchmarks. To ensure maximum comfort for everyone, Lenovo has left the doors open for prescription lens inserts. The box comes with a prescription lens frame, carrying case, adjustable nose pads, cleaning cloth, and an anti-slip adapter. As for the hit on buyers’ wallets, the Legion Glasses will be up for grabs at $329 and arrive in October.

Motorsport

Revised Ram 1500 Pickup Confirmed For Q1 2024 Launch

Spy photos have already revealed that Ram is preparing to update its 1500 pickup. Though the design updates have been hidden by camouflage, we won’t have to wait much longer to see the complete picture. According to brand boss Tim Kuniskis, the new Ram 1500 will be launched in the first quarter of next year.

There is a possibility that the updated Ram could make its debut at this year’s Los Angeles Auto Show, as reported by The Detroit News. It may be unveiled alongside the new all-electric Ram ProMaster van. The current 1500 model was launched in 2019, so it’s due for a mid-cycle refresh.


Cars

2024 Mercedes-AMG EQE SUV First Drive: Enhancing Performance

The AMG EQE SUV maintains the tradition of concealing its enhanced performance, with only a few distinct features setting it apart from the standard EQE SUV.

Since the EQE SUV is an electric vehicle, it doesn’t have a traditional grille. However, it does have vertical bars in the area where the grille would be, giving the impression of a chrome growth medium between the headlights. This design choice aims to maintain consistency with gasoline-powered AMG models, which feature functional grilles with similar vertical bars.

In terms of appearance, the AMG-specific front splitter and rear diffuser are the main distinguishing factors, although they are only noticeable when compared to the standard EQE SUV. Depending on the chosen wheel design (AMG models offer 21-inch or 22-inch wheels, which are optional on the base EQE SUV), the gold AMG brake calipers may be visible, providing a better indication of the car’s performance than the slightly modified bodywork.

The overall body shape of the EQE SUV was primarily designed to minimize aerodynamic drag, an essential consideration for electric vehicles to maximize their range. While it is not clear whether the AMG modifications have improved the standard EQE SUV’s impressive drag coefficient of 0.25, the emphasis on aerodynamics does not result in the most aesthetically pleasing shape. In the color white, it resembles an asymmetrical dollop of whipped cream.

Motorsport

Massive Ferrari “Barn Find” Features 20 Cars Lost In Hurricane Charley

Not far from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway sits a collection of Ferraris hidden away for decades. The collection contains some of the most storied cars, including a 1956 250 GT, once owned by King Mohamed V of Morocco, and a “long-nose” 275 GTB that participated in the 1966 Targa Florio. While the location in Indiana may seem odd for this collection, how they arrived is even more unusual. 

Hurricane Charley laid waste to many parts of south-central Florida in 2004, causing flooding and widespread damage. In its path sat a barn containing approximately 20 rare and vintage Ferraris. The collection includes cars dating from 1954 to 1991, including the aforementioned 250 GT and 275 GTB as well as a rare Mondial 500 Spider that raced in the 1954 Mille Miglia and a NART 1978 Ferrari 512 BB Competizione developed by Luigi Chinetti Sr. for the 1978 24 Hours of Le Mans.  

The 2004 hurricane season was unusually destructive, with four major storms, including Charley, that caused over $60 billion in damage and more than 3,000 deaths throughout the Caribbean and Gulf Coast of the US. For that reason, this collection of Ferraris was relocated to the warehouse in Indiana, where they remained untouched for almost 20 more years. 

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Several of these cars still bear scars from Hurricane Charley, when the barn they were located in partially collapsed. The damage includes everything from dents and scratches to smashed windshields and caved-in roofs. Other cars look unscathed but need a good detailing to revive their appearances. All of them are in original, unrestored condition, wearing their original paint and patina. 

While many people knew of the cars from their racing histories, few knew they still existed, and only a select group knew of the collection. It’s the holy grail of barn finds for Ferrari collectors and aficionados. And now the entire collection is for sale as part of this year’s RM Sotheby’s auction in Monterrey, California.       

If you’re shopping for a Ferrari, or are interested browsing a diverse collection of Ferraris, check out the ones for sale on the duPont Registry. The list includes modern cars like the Ferrari F8 Tributo and SF90 Stradale and vintage Ferraris like the Dino 246 GTS and 512 BBi.