2011 Honda Interstate Base Specs, Engine Features, and Overview

Posted in Honda, Interstate Base, Motorcycle on March 27th, 2011 by jess

2011 Honda Interstate Base The 2011 Honda Interstate Base, coded VT1300CT, is a cruiser highlighting a powerful 1312 cc liquid-cooled 52 degrees V-twin engine with Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) and a smooth shaft drive that delivers low and midrange torque.  The bike is also equipped with a single-pin crankshaft and dual balancers.  A 336mm front and 296mm rear hydraulic disc brake gives it a strong stopping power.  It’s appearance look a lot like Honda Fury – long, sleek and curvy with a lean fuel tank, but is equipped with stylish touring accessories such as the two hardcover side leather bags providing ample storage space, one-piece deep-dish saddle only 26.7 in. off the ground, touring windscreen, full-size floorboards with heel-toe shifter, and chrome fork covers.

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2011 Harley-Davidson VRSC™ Night Rod® Special Specs, Engine Features, and Video

Posted in Harley-Davidson, Motorcycle, VRSC Night Rod on March 22nd, 2011 by jess

2011 H-D VRSCDX Night Rod Special The 2011 Harley-Davidson VRSC™ Night Rod® Special sport trimmed motorcycle is styled for performance.  The bike takes a firm stance on the road with a fat 240 mm rear tire and an aggressive blacked-out look – black slotted disc wheels, black frame, black forks lowers, triple clamps, and swingarm.  The double barrel exhaust proves to be a beautiful set of pipes with brushed finish dual mufflers, black end caps and exhaust shields.  Riders mount on a 25.2 in. high two-piece vinyl seat and grip on the slammed stainless steel drag-style handlebar for a race inspired forward riding position.  The durable liquid-cooled Revolution® DOHC engine churns out 125 bhp at 8250 rpm and 85 lb.ft. of torque at 7000 rpm.  Increased control is achieved by the employment of Brembo® front dual-disk brakes and a “slip and assist” clutch that works for smooth handling during turns or downshift.

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