2011 Suzuki Boulevard M109R Specs, Engine Features, and Overview

Posted in Boulevard M109R, Motorcycle, Suzuki on April 15th, 2011 by jess

2011 Suzuki Boulevard M109R The 2011 Suzuki Boulevard M109R is a uniquely designed 96.5 inch long cruiser with plenty of chrome touch.  It gets its power from a 1783cc large bore 8-valve V-Twin engine that’s hooked to a six-speed constant mesh gearbox.  The electronic fuel injection uses Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve System (SDTV) and lubrication system employs Suzuki Advanced Sump System (SASS) compact dry sump.  Exhaust is a 2-1-2 stainless steel with long sleek chromed pipes, featuring digitally controlled Suzuki Exhaust Tuning (SET), that produces a powerful brawl along with optimum engine performance.  Boulevard M109R rolls on an 18” wheels with fat 240mm rear Dunlop radial tire.  It also displays a sleek and wide 5.2 gallon fuel tank flowing to integrated side covers, low seat, and stylish radiator cowl.  Instruments include digital tacho, LED and gear position indicator, divided atop the tank and headlight cowl. Handling is good with inverted forks and cast aluminum alloy swingarm with progressive shock linkage and adjustable rear single shock with ample suspension travel.  Suzuki also offer a Boulevard M109R Limited Edition that adds a sporty racing stripe paint scheme, custom gauges and taillight, and a uniquely styled seat.

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2011 Yamaha V Star 1300 Specs, Engine Feature, and Video

Posted in Motorcycle, V Star 1300, Yamaha on April 2nd, 2011 by jess

2011 Yamaha V Star 1300 The 2011 Yamaha V Star 1300 is one midsize custom cruiser with attitude introduced by Star Motorcycle.  Engine is a sporty 1304 cc, liquid-cooled, short-stroke, SOHC V Twin with belt drive, hooked to a 5-speed transmission with 5th gear overdrive, delivering good acceleration and performance at reduced rpm.  This machine can run 110 km/hr speed at a low 3400 rpm.  Fuel consumption is a tolerable 42 mpg.  The bike has a retro appearance, with long wheelbase profile and ergonomic design – spacious with ample of leg room.  A lower seat combined with wide pulled-back easy to reach 1-in. rubber mounted handlebar lets the rider sit in a more relaxed position.  A 2-into-1 exhaust with muffler makes a throaty growl, and exhibit a long, large, horizontal, clean looking pipe down the right side.   Other notable features include stylish chromed cylinder head and belt cover, 41mm KYB front fork with large brush-finished cover, and stylish handlebar mounted chromed gauges including analog speedo, digital odometer, and dual tripmeters.

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