2011 Triumph Thunderbird Base Specs, Engine Features, and Overview

Posted in Motorcycle, Thunderbird, Triumph on March 30th, 2011 by jess

The 2011 Triumph Thunderbird is driven by a 1600cc air-cooled T-16 parallel twin engine with 270 degree crankshaft coupled with a 6-speed constant mesh transmission, delivering 85 bhp and 108 ft.lbs. of torque.  This cruiser styles strong muscular line with chrome touches.  The 63.5 in. wheelbase carries a twin spine tubular steel frame structure with a beefy 47 mm forks that rolls on Metzeler 19” front and 17” rear tires.  Suspension features a five-way adjustable preload twin shocks at the rear.  Fuel tank accommodates 5.8 gallon (22 L) which combines with a leading fuel economy for longer rides.  The Thunderbird is customizable with the wide range of options offered by Triumph.

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2011 Honda CBR® 250R Specs, Engine Feature and Overview

Posted in CBR250R, Honda, Motorcycle on March 28th, 2011 by jess

2011 Honda CBR250R The 2011 Honda CBR® 250R takes on the fun side of entry-level sport motorcycle.  This easy to ride bike is equipped with an efficient 249cc liquid-cooled single cylinder DOHC engine featuring four valve, engine counter balancer, and programmed fuel injection (PGM-FI) that gives good fuel economy.  Chassis has a non-adjustable 37mm fork and Pro-Link rear suspension with preload adjustment.  Steering geometry consists a 25° rake and 3.74 in. trail.  It’s small structure of steel frame and plastic body material rolls on a 17” wheels.  Optional combined Anti-lock Brake (ABS) can be had to the standard disc brakes.  Other features include a layered fairing, analog tach on a digital speedometer behind the tallish windscreen, 3.05 in. low vinyl seat,  separate passenger seat with grab rail and standard footpegs, and underseat storage.

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