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2015 Yamaha V Max Base Specification and MSRP
2015 Yamaha V Max Base Specification and MSRP
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2015 Review and Specification Yamaha FJ-09 with MSRP
2015 Review and Specification Yamaha FJ-09 with MSRP
Review Yamaha FJ-09 - Very nearly precisely 14 months prior Yamaha flew Motorcycle Courier Editor, Troy Siahaan, to San Francisco to example the 2014 FZ-09, and he returned inspired. Simply a bit in excess of after two months, MO assembled four Triples to perceive how the new child stacked up against whatever remains of the three-barrel class. The results were truly good with the FZ-09 completing second general and being the editors' decision if expense were the main element. In the event that it hadn't been for its younger sibling, the FZ-07, guaranteeing the Best Value Bike Of 2014, the FZ-09 would have been in a hard-battled fight for the most obvious position in that class. That is the extent to which we love the FZ-09.
In case you're asking why I'm investing so much time saying the FZ-09 in an article about the 2015 Yamaha FJ-09 press presentation, the answer is basic: The FJ-09 is the redesigned 2015 FZ-09 with the additional items you'd anticipate from an experience styled game visiting bicycle. We knew this bicycle was wanting a while before it was advertised (look here, here, here, and here). Still, the prospect of Yamaha taking a bike that we adored a year ago, finishing the unpleasant spots (which I'll get to later), making some decently put increases, and providing for us an opportunity to (at long last) ride it, makes the MO staff altogether dewy looked at.
Engine
We adore the FZ-09's motor, calling it "an incredible motor with heaps of torque and a lot of character." E-i-C Kevin Duke opined, "If Yamaha could block out the brutality of throttle application, this Triple would be one of my most loved motors ever." And there's the rub. Yamaha's architects, being the keen people who outlined the FZ's 847cc Triple, left it mechanically the same. Rather, they concentrated on tweaking and growing the hardware bundle. (In the event that you haven't perused Troy's portrayal of the FZ's motor, go read it now.)
While Yamaha's PR sorts were speedy to say the ECU's progressions were steered at the varying necessities of the FJ's game visiting versus the FZ's brandishing parts, the response to the inquiry everybody has had following the FJ was advertised at EICMA is: yes, the hinky off-to-on-throttle issues were focused being developed. The Drive Modes hold the same marks A, Standard, and B – with Standard and B conveying around 30% less power than the mode above it – however any likenesses with how the modes feel contrasted and the FZ's energy conveyance end there.
Since visiting riders have a tendency to ride more miles in more shifted climate conditions, footing control was added to the FJ's best stuff. In the period of ride-by-wire, we wouldn't be amazed to see TC move over to the FZ in some future cycle. While we're on innovation the FJ brandishes that the FZ (at present) doesn't, the FJ likewise profits from ABS. Not at all like the FJ-09's TC, its ABS can't be turned
Specification Yamaha FJ-09 with MSRP
MSRP | $10,490 ($11,919 as tested) |
Engine | Liquid-cooled, Triple |
Displacement | 847cc |
Bore x stroke | 78.0 x 59.1 mm |
Horsepower | N/A |
Torque | 65 lb-ft. (claimed) |
Compression ratio | 11.5:1 |
Fuel System | Denso EFI with YCC-T |
Ignition | TCI |
Transmission | Six-speed |
Final drive | Chain |
Frame type | Aluminum Controlled filled die-cast w/sub-frame |
Front suspension | 41 mm hydraulic inverted fork, adjustable for rebound, 5.4 in. travel |
Rear suspension | KYB shock, adjustable for preload and rebound, 5.1 in. travel |
Front brake | Dual 298×4.5 mm discs, 4-piston Advics calipers, ABS |
Rear brake | 245×5.0 mm disc, single-piston caliper, ABS |
Front tire | 120/70 ZR17 (Dunlop D222F) |
Rear tire | 180/55 ZR17 (Dunlop D222) |
Wheelbase | 56.7 in. |
Electronics | ABS, traction control, rider modes |
Fuel capacity | 4.8 gal ( 0.74 gal reserve) |
Seat height | 33.3 in. (34.2 in.) |
Ground clearance | 12.8 in. |
Claimed Curb Weight | 462 lbs (without bags) |
Warranty | 1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty) |
Color choices | Candy Red, Matte Gray |
2015 Naked Bike Reviews and Specification KTM 690 Duke ABS
2015 Naked Bike Reviews and Specification KTM 690 Duke ABS - In those days, KTM resuscitated the unadulterated, unadulterated single-chamber bike as the ""first"" Duke. According to the most recent 690 Duke that stands before us today, much has been picked up: smoothness, space for a pillion traveler, long-separate capacity. In any case what it has never lost, is its concentrated and natural ride progress. The most bleeding edge arrangement generation single-chamber of our times and an exactness skeleton with an abundance of exceptional segments transform each trek on the 690 Duke into an unique and life-changing riding knowledge. In 2015 KTM 690 Duke is accompanying 2 new realistic styles.
NEW FEATURES
SUSPENSION COMPONENTS
Decently prepared for each circumstance: The WP upside-down fork on the Duke with a 43 mm upright tube measurement and the turn arm enunciated WP pressurized-gas monoshock exceed expectations with impeccable tuning and an extraordinarily wide range of utilization for all requests, from loose cruising to dashing around shut circuits.
BRAKES
The Duke's greatly capable and effortlessly connected Brembo® brakes awe with exceptional controllability. At the front wheel, a radially-mounted, four-cylinder, altered brake caliper nibbles onto a skimming, 320 mm brake circle.
ERGONOMICS
The new 690 Duke acquires a considerable lot of the profits of its forerunner: for instance, the low weight of under 150 kg, the top notch taking care of and the extraordinary brakes. Especially charming is the work environment on the two-piece seat: Comfortable while as yet being set up for all dynamic riding circumstances, in light of the fact that the accumulated sitting position and opportunity of development behind the preferably plotted, wide aluminum handlebar give impeccable backing to controlling the bicycle.
FRAME AND SWINGARM
Lightweight segments in a huge, lightweight total: The 9 kg lightweight tubular space outline produced using chrome-molybdenum steel and the 4 kg lightweight, astounding, pin-jointed, pass on cast swingarm inspire with amazing levels of torsional firmness, giving the under 150 kg 690 Duke with fabulous following solidness.
INJECTION
Because of the mechanical and electrical refinements, the new 690 Duke uses even less fuel than any time in recent memory. Despite the fact that the last Duke had effectively won worldwide utilization correlation test rides effortlessly. Duke riding will along these lines be much more efficient and earth well disposed, while remaining unashamedly armada footed, lively and dynamic.
ENGINE MANAGEMENT / RIDE-BY-WIRE
The electronic motor administration framework dependably gets ideal execution out of the astute LC4 motor. More propelled innovation than any other time in recent memory is exploited in 2012 for this reason: Twin ignition with individual mapping for every sparkle attachment guarantees that the mixture is constantly blazed successfully, independent of burden and motor velocity. And afterward honest to goodness ride-by-wire, at the end of the day: electronically controlled throttle valve activation with no mechanical linkage. So that the gadgets dependably apply the force as superbly and subsequently easily as could be allowed, most importantly on move from throttle shut to throttle open. How great does that vibe? Essentially indefinable. So look at it!
BALANCER SHAFT
The finely adjusted wrench drive of the 690 single-barrel believers staggering ignition weight into unrivaled single-force - on account of its balancer shaft, which wipes out vibration far and away superior to ever without having any inconvenient impact on the life of the super-single
CENTRALISATION OF MASSES
The Duke not just awes with low weight and immaculate case geometry; the centralisation of masses - for instance, by situating the brushed stainless steel presilencer under the motor - additionally adds to its fun loving taking care of and extremely sharp exactness.
SUITABLE FOR A2 DRIVER'S LICENSE HOLDER
A confined force variant is accessible for those riders who simply got an A2 driver's permit. Confined force doesn't essential means limited fun: because of its lightweight and element frame KTM 690 Duke is the ideal amigo to push your point of confinement.
ABS
The disengageable double circuit ABS framework with 9M+ modulator tuned in participation with Bosch offers all out insurance against over-braking, while keeping up the full impact and immaculate criticism of a certified games brake because of fine sensors. Measuring close to one kilogram, the ABS framework in this way permits greatly lively braking. Furthermore counteracts circle outs effectively and via.
SUSPENSION COMPONENTS
Decently prepared for each circumstance: The WP upside-down fork on the Duke with a 43 mm upright tube measurement and the turn arm enunciated WP pressurized-gas monoshock exceed expectations with impeccable tuning and an extraordinarily wide range of utilization for all requests, from loose cruising to dashing around shut circuits.
BRAKES
The Duke's greatly capable and effortlessly connected Brembo® brakes awe with exceptional controllability. At the front wheel, a radially-mounted, four-cylinder, altered brake caliper nibbles onto a skimming, 320 mm brake circle.
ERGONOMICS
The new 690 Duke acquires a considerable lot of the profits of its forerunner: for instance, the low weight of under 150 kg, the top notch taking care of and the extraordinary brakes. Especially charming is the work environment on the two-piece seat: Comfortable while as yet being set up for all dynamic riding circumstances, in light of the fact that the accumulated sitting position and opportunity of development behind the preferably plotted, wide aluminum handlebar give impeccable backing to controlling the bicycle.
FRAME AND SWINGARM
Lightweight segments in a huge, lightweight total: The 9 kg lightweight tubular space outline produced using chrome-molybdenum steel and the 4 kg lightweight, astounding, pin-jointed, pass on cast swingarm inspire with amazing levels of torsional firmness, giving the under 150 kg 690 Duke with fabulous following solidness.
INJECTION
Because of the mechanical and electrical refinements, the new 690 Duke uses even less fuel than any time in recent memory. Despite the fact that the last Duke had effectively won worldwide utilization correlation test rides effortlessly. Duke riding will along these lines be much more efficient and earth well disposed, while remaining unashamedly armada footed, lively and dynamic.
ENGINE MANAGEMENT / RIDE-BY-WIRE
The electronic motor administration framework dependably gets ideal execution out of the astute LC4 motor. More propelled innovation than any other time in recent memory is exploited in 2012 for this reason: Twin ignition with individual mapping for every sparkle attachment guarantees that the mixture is constantly blazed successfully, independent of burden and motor velocity. And afterward honest to goodness ride-by-wire, at the end of the day: electronically controlled throttle valve activation with no mechanical linkage. So that the gadgets dependably apply the force as superbly and subsequently easily as could be allowed, most importantly on move from throttle shut to throttle open. How great does that vibe? Essentially indefinable. So look at it!
BALANCER SHAFT
The finely adjusted wrench drive of the 690 single-barrel believers staggering ignition weight into unrivaled single-force - on account of its balancer shaft, which wipes out vibration far and away superior to ever without having any inconvenient impact on the life of the super-single
CENTRALISATION OF MASSES
The Duke not just awes with low weight and immaculate case geometry; the centralisation of masses - for instance, by situating the brushed stainless steel presilencer under the motor - additionally adds to its fun loving taking care of and extremely sharp exactness.
SUITABLE FOR A2 DRIVER'S LICENSE HOLDER
A confined force variant is accessible for those riders who simply got an A2 driver's permit. Confined force doesn't essential means limited fun: because of its lightweight and element frame KTM 690 Duke is the ideal amigo to push your point of confinement.
ABS
The disengageable double circuit ABS framework with 9M+ modulator tuned in participation with Bosch offers all out insurance against over-braking, while keeping up the full impact and immaculate criticism of a certified games brake because of fine sensors. Measuring close to one kilogram, the ABS framework in this way permits greatly lively braking. Furthermore counteracts circle outs effectively and via.
ENGINE
The new Duke is outfitted with the most recent adaptation of the incredible LC4: an entire 690 cm³ of removal, twin ignition offering fitting specific mapping generally advantageous and best burning, in addition to broadened administration interims of 10,000 km and even less fuel utilization – never has it been as rich, developed, lively and powerful to be controlled by one barrel. What's more never has the requirement for more chambers been more sketchy. 50 kW (68 PS) give, because of ride-by-wire, to a great degree compelling and free-revving push at all motor paces, subsequently making light work of the similarly lightweight 690 Duke. It has embraced such remarkable standard generation goodies, for example, dynamic motor packaging ventilation and the shoe grasp that adequately avoids back wheel gab when down-moving hard.
Design | Single-cylinder, 4-stroke, spark-ignition engine,LIQUID-cooled |
Displacement | 690 cm³ |
Bore | 102 mm |
Stroke | 84.5 mm |
Performance | 50 kW (67 hp) |
Starting aid | Electric starter, automatic decompressor |
Transmission | 6-speed, claw shifted |
Engine lubrication | Pressure lubrication with 2 Eaton pumps |
Primary gear ratio | 36:79 |
Secondary gear ratio | 16:40 |
Cooling system | Liquid cooling system, continuous circulation of cooling liquid with water pump |
Clutch | APTC™ Anti-hopping‑clutch / hydraulically operated |
Ignition system | Contactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment |
CHASSIS
Frame | Tubular space frame made from chrome molybdenum steel, powder-coated |
Fork | WP Suspension Up Side Down |
Shock absorber | WP Suspension with Pro‑Lever linkage |
Suspension travel front | 135 mm |
Suspension travel rear | 135 mm |
Brake system front | Disc brake with radially mounted four-piston brake caliper |
Brake system rear | Disc brake with single-piston brake caliper, floating |
Brake discs - diameter front | 320 mm |
Brake discs - diameter rear | 240 mm |
Chain | 5/8 x 1/4” X‑Ring |
Steering head angle | 63.5° |
Wheel base | 1,466±15 mm |
Ground clearance (unloaded) | 192 mm |
Seat height (unloaded) | 835 mm |
Total fuel tank capacity approx. | 14 l Unleaded premium fuel (95 RON) |
Weight without fuel approx. | 149.5 kg |
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