New R1200GS available in low posture and keyless engine start

As one of the best-selling type of BMW, R1200GS get a refresher, included in the 2015 model. Overall this model gets a change in terms of comfort, ranging from the more subtle gearshift and fast, keyless engine start, and the option to lower the seat.

2015 BMW R1200GS. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1mlnviH)

Other changes, new crankshaft, about 3 kg heavier, and claimed to reduce engine vibration and create a smoother ride. Interestingly, the ignition system without a key, where the driver can start the engine, the handlebar lock, even to open the gas tank lid with the remote.

As a vehicle that birth for the heavy terrain, BMW innovate on the transmission side. Present with the Shift Assistant Pro (SAP) which makes the rider can increase the gear transmission without reducing gas. Conversely, when the transmission is reduced, the speed will adjust automatically. For security reasons, the cruise control can not be operated when the SAP active.

New BMW R1200GS with keyless engine start. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1mlnviH)

For riders who are not too high, are provided optionally for patronizing suspension. It makes motorcycles so high is lower 1.3-inch, ie 33.8-inch only. If that is not enough, BMW provides another seat option that can be selected, add 0.8 inches lower again.

There were changes in the choice of colors, gray and blue are no longer available, replaced with black and dark blue. The new color is white with the engine, frame and swing arm all-black. Price and availability of these new models have not been announced. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | MOTORCYCLEUSA]

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Newest Hyunday's Genesis Coupé adopts V8 engine

Hyundai is developing the latest generation of the Genesis Coupé. This model will have a significant change, especially changes to the engine and the performance of the latest cars from South Korean car maker.

Hyundai HND-9 concept. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1sbFnxF)

As reported by Inautonews on Friday, 4 July 2014, Hyundai Veloster future is still unclear whether it will get a refresher. However, the manufacturer from the State Ginseng is said to have some big plans for the newest generation of the Genesis Coupé.

 

The latest generation of the Genesis Coupé will be holding a high-performance engines, namely the 5.0-liter V8 capable of producing power up to 420 horsepower at Genesis luxury sedan.

Rear side view of Hyundai HND-9 concept. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1W4tkS9)

If true Genesis Coupé will adopt V8 engine, the model will be at the top of the model turbocharged four-cylinder engine and V6 models. In addition to adopting the new engine, this model also will get some styling changes inspired by HND-9 Concept, which has made its debut at the Seoul Motor Show last year.

For information, HND-9 Concept itself has Sculputure Fluidic design with an elongated hood, the front hexagonal grille, dual exhausts on both sides, and 22-inch alloy wheels. The concept itself is equipped with a 3.3 L GDI engine, which is capable of blowing power up to 362 hp, which is equipped with 8-speed automatic transmission. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | WORLDCARFANS]

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New dirt bike from Suzuki

Suzuki has a new challenger for Kawasaki KLX 250 and Honda CRF250L through the figure of New DR200S. This new dirt motorcycle can be a serious threat to its competitors.

Suzuki DS200S. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1t7CFxp)

As reported by Motorcyclenews on Thursday, July 3, 2014, this motorcycle carrying 199 cc air-cooled engine that is mated to a five-speed manual transmission. The machine has adopted Suzuki Composite Electrochemical Material features to produce lighter weight engine but has better durability.

Suzuki DS200S has dimensions of length 2,155 mm, width 805 mm and height 1,140 mm. While the wheelbase and ground clearance of this bike 1,405 mm and 255 mm. Its Empty weight reach of 126 kg.

Unfortunately this dirt bike is only marketed for the U.S. market. In the Uncle Sam's country, Suzuki DR200S offered at a price of U.S. $4,499 or equivalent Rp. 54 million. With two colors option namely yellow and black. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | MOTORCYCLENEWS]

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With this robot, we seemed to have 4 arms

Researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) to develop an artificial robotic arm that can be attached to the human body. Thus, as man can have four hands.

MIT researchers are developing extra robot limbs that can help out humans where an extra hand, arm, or leg might be useful. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1zakBmX)

As reported by Gizmag on Thursday, July 3, 2014, the robot arm could help humans do the work like fixing a ceiling or roof space to install the lights. This robotic arm was created by Federico Parietti and Baldin Llorens-Bonilla of d'Arbeloff Laboratory for Information Systems at MIT.

Federico working on the bottom of the robot arm, stability and strengthening program. While Baldin working on the robot shoulder along with the coordination and planning tasks. The concept of Supernumerary Robot Limbs (SRL) is demonstrated in the work of installing panels on the roof of the aircraft. The robot hand can be inserted into the human body through the pack on the back of the user.

This robotic arm is also helpful to the stability of the wearer when working in the field of building construction. "We wanted to design and ergonomics as possible without disturbing the robot's capabilities and strengths," said Baldin.

This latest design is a third-generation robotic arm with a weight of 5 to 5.4 kilograms. The research team plans to make further development to reduce weight, increase strength and coordination of the robot arm. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | GIZMAG]

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Know the rare Ferrari FXX Evoluzione

The collector of rare supercar model seems to be entering this one into their shopping list. One of the Ferraris were only produced as many as 30 units, now looking for a new owner. As reported by Worldcarfans on Thursday, July 3, 2014, a Ferrari FXX is packed with Evoluzione optional package is sold in Miller Motorcars stalls. This car is a rare car that was produced in 2005.

One of the 2005 Ferrari FXX Evoluzione that there are only 30 units will be sold. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1pN2hOG)

For two years after its debut, Maranello based supercar maker issued Evoluzione package that can deliver more power thanks to the excellent performance of the 6.2 liter V12 engine that capable producing 860 PS of power. From the 30 units produced, only a handful Ferrari FXX that uses Evoluzione package.

Meanwhile, Evoluzione package also comes with different shades as well as a refresher on the rear wing and gearshift trimming from 80 to 50 milliseconds. Engine performance is also reinforced with Silicon Carbide Ceramic Composite brake to increase its braking power.

From the 30 units produced, only a handful of Ferrari FXX that uses the Evoluzione package. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1mYynDO)

The car is also packed with the suspension and brakes with traction control which presents nine options to improve ride comfort. Cars are covered with Rossa Corsa color with Alcantara Nera interior was only driven as far as 322 kilometers.

With the specification that it has, Ferrari FXX Evoluzione accelerates from zero to 100 kph in 2.5 seconds before the break through a top speed of 400 kph less than 40 seconds. And reportedly Ferrari's rare supercar will be sold at a price of U.S. $2.2 million or equivalent to Rp. 24.9 billion. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | WORLDCARFANS]

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Frightening look of Suzuki drag bike style

Each motorcycle manufacturers participating in the Jakarta Fair 2014, not only displays a line of products ready for market. In order to attract the attention of visitors, the manufacturer also participated displaying motorcycles that have been modified.

Suzuki Nex wrapped on drag bike-style. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1mM3zBp)

Suzuki for example, a Japanese manufacturers are presenting competition modification style through their automatic scooter product, Nex which is transformed into a drag bike. As the motor racing which prioritizes speed, then the body was made very light. As a result, a 110 cc automatic scooter made ​​even bare, leaving only the blue colored frame and thin seat as the jockey throne to spur of the iron horse.

No more lights, cable-body or fender moreover mirrors and license plates. All items were detachable for the cut weight. Steering shaft also evicted and replaced with a drag bike typical handlebars to support jockey crouched position.

The legs were made lighter by adopting a model alloy wheels wrapped with two slick tires. In addition, the suspension has also used a system of competition shock absorbers. Display more perfect while the aftermarket exhaust system replaces the factory standard exhaust.

Even it sat in a small stool, this naked bike attracted a number of racing enthusiasts. Unfortunately, there is no complete specification of this drag bike which its frame affixed with the 'S' letter sticker.. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | AUTO OKEZONE]

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