The restoration of Elvis' BMW 507 roadster finally finished

After almost two years, BMW finally managed to restore classic vehicles belonging to the King of Rock n' Roll, Elvis Presley, which was previously found in a warehouse in a badly damaged condition.

Elvis Presley once bought a 1957 BMW 507 roadster, when he served as a GI and stationed in Munich, Germany. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1co2Uz)

For information, Elvis Presley once bought a 1957 BMW 507 roadster, when he served as a GI and stationed in Munich, Germany. He first saw the car being raced by Hans Stuck and given the same model had been displayed at the Frankfurt Motor Show and used as a press car, when Elvis bought it second-hand in December 1958 for $3,750, BMW fitted a new engine.

Originally in white, Elvis repainted it in Porsche Red after getting tired of women writing their phone numbers on it in lipstick. It’s unclear what happened immediately after Elvis bought the car, with some stories suggesting the army shipped it to him in the States after completing his tour.

1957 BMW 507 roadster which claimed to belong to Elvis Presley is found in a warehouse a few years ago. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1co2ni)

Previously the 1957 BMW 507 roadster which claimed to belong to Elvis is found in a warehouse a few years ago. Although not known for sure how long those vehicles is within the warehouse, then BMW took the initiative to perform the restoration to the Elvis roadster.

As quoted from Carbuzz, when the car was found, it's not in a state of original, one of which is its engine has been replaced with a Chevrolet's V8 engine, as well as the condition of the interior such as the dashboard that can not be used anymore.

This is the Elvis' 1957 BMW 507 roadster might look after the restoration process finished. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1co315)

BMW has attempted to do an authentic restoration in accordance with the level of originality that is able to do. Even the German automotive manufacturers should look for a machine that is suitable for use on the 507 roadster belonged to Elvis.

Although the search is successful, reportedly the transmission system has been modified. As a result BMW then developed a new transmission systems for the original BMW 507 V8 engine which has a capacity of 3.2 liters. BMW also do restoration on the dashboard, but some parts like body and frame requires only a few small improvements. 

Now the world's legendary superstar car ready exhibited in one of the renowned classic and concept cars exhibition events named the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance 2016 that will take place in California on August 21, 2016. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CARBUZZ]

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You won't believe, the origin of future superfood candidates

You already know with these animals. Cockroaches, one of the animals who have a penchant for wandering around in dirty places. So that automatically makes us regard her as a grubby animal.

The tiny and nimble animals, also can make us run away when they start to fly. But now, think twice before killing cockroaches that you find at home. Because, a team of scientists at the Institute for Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine India have recently discovered that the cockroaches milk probably be one of the superfoods for us in the future.

The cockroach is one of the hardiest creatures on the planet; it can live for a month without food. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1cj32y)

As we all knew, most cockroaches indeed breed by laying eggs. But the species of cockroaches Diploptera punctate be the exception. This species is the only cockroaches that reproduce by means of delivery.

D. punctate has a milk containing solid crystalline protein to breastfeed her child. "Initially, we do not believe this is a protein crystals," said Subramanian Ramaswamy, one of the researchers involved in the study. However, further studies of these crystals using X-rays revealed just the opposite.

Crystal cockroach milk. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1cj32y)

From these experiments, it was revealed that the cockroaches milk include the most nutritious substances and loaded with calories throughout the planet. Crystals in milk contained fat, sugar, amino acids and other nutrients are four times more nutrients than cow's milk. Thus, cockroaches milk has a great potency to be food for human population that continued grow on Earth.

"This is a complete food," says Ramaswamy referring to the crystal cockroach. In the parent sac, embryo sipping liquids. Then the protein turns into solid crystals in their stomachs.

"Nothing is wasted. Their mouths open while the back is closed," said Ramaswamy when describing embryonic cockroaches. In the mother's pouch, the baby cockroaches rely on the nutrient concentrates to grow in the speed of aliens.

Because these animals do not have nipples, cockroaches milk can not be milked like a cow's milk, but will be processed into a kind of yeast. In addition, the brand "cockroaches" certainly not good in terms of business.

"I do not think people would like it if we tell them, 'We extract the crystals from cockroaches milk and process it became food'," says Ramaswamy.

In addition, further research is needed and a series of tests to determine whether the cockroaches milk safe for human consumption in the long term. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CNN]

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Tegals Big Custom Motorcycle: A Unique Masterpiece

Custom Power - When we think of iconic motorcycle brands, names like Harley Davidson, Ducati, and Indian immediately come to mind. These companies have built a legacy around powerful engines and sleek designs, becoming synonymous with prestige and performance. However, in a small town in Indonesia, a group of young men sought to challenge these established names by creating their own masterpiece. Boy Rasta and Dimas Bagus, both inspired by these global giants, decided to craft a motorcycle that could rival the big names in terms of size and engine power.

The car-engined custom motorcycle made in Tegal. (Picture from: Otosia)

Boy Rasta and Dimas Bagus, hailing from Tegal in Central Java, embarked on an ambitious project that would see them transform a 1998 Daihatsu Hijet engine, a 998cc machine, into a high-powered motorcycle. This wasn't just about creating a bike; it was about building something unique, something that could turn heads. The final product featured a massive 2.35-meter frame, giving it the imposing stature of big motorcycles like the Harley Davidson Fatboy.

The custom-built motorcycle stands out with its sleek matte black finish and cruiser style, reminiscent of the Harley Davidson Fatboy. In a country where the cruiser motorcycle style is almost synonymous with Harley, many who saw the bike initially assumed it was a Harley Davidson. The big wheels, with a 120/70 size at the front and 200/55 at the rear, were custom-made to match the bold look of the bike. To ensure reliable stopping power, double-disc brakes were added, a feature that enhances the bike's overall stability.

The rigid frame of the car-engined motorbike made in Tegal. (Picture from: BeritaEkspres)

While the motorcycle is undoubtedly a visual beast, it's not just about looks. Weighing in at 1,500 kg, it’s surprisingly fuel-efficient. The engine, originally designed for a small car, consumes around 1 liter per 15 kilometers. Since the motorcycle is much lighter than the car it came from, this translates to even better fuel efficiency, a key factor that makes it stand out among its competitors.

 

The creation of this unique motorcycle took just three months, with Boy Rasta and Dimas Bagus working tirelessly to transform the engine and assemble the rigid frame. One of the biggest challenges they faced was modifying the transmission system to suit the motorcycle’s new setup. Despite these hurdles, their patience and precision paid off, and the motorcycle was completed to perfection.

The engine of 1998 Daihatsu Hijet that used by the big motorbike. (Picture from: BeritaEkspres)

One of the most striking features of this creation is its ease of maintenance. Should the engine need an overhaul, dismantling the bike is a straightforward process. The rigid frame was designed with a knock-down system, meaning that by simply removing the left and right frames, the engine can be easily lowered onto a wheeled table without the need for extra hands. This practical approach makes repairs easier and faster, adding to the bike’s appeal.

Mayor of Tegal then, Siti Masitha Soeparno, was seen sitting on the car-engined custom motorcycle at the city hall. (Picture from: Jateng.TribunNews)

The custom motorcycle, though born from a blend of creativity and technical skills, has earned recognition and respect. The Mayor of Tegal then, Siti Masitha Soeparno, praised Boy Rasta and Dimas Bagus for their innovation, highlighting the project as an excellent example of applied technology. Their success goes beyond just building a bike; they’ve created a model that blends style, functionality, and ingenuity, offering a fresh take on motorcycle design.

In the world of big motorcycles, where names like Harley Davidson and Ducati reign supreme, the custom creation from Tegal stands as a testament to local innovation. Boy Rasta and Dimas Bagus may have started as two young men with a dream, but their hard work and vision have resulted in a motorcycle that competes with the best. Their journey shows that with creativity, dedication, and a little bit of daring spirit, even the smallest of places can produce something extraordinary.

Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of two-wheeled monster and stay alive with the true safety riding. God will forgive Your sins.... *** [EKA {02082016} | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | JATENG.TRIBUNNEWS | OTOSIA | BERITAEKSPRES | PRICEAREA ARTIKEL]

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One of a kind porcelain-trimmed Veyron Grand Sport L'Or Blanc

We all know that Bugatti is a renowned French's luxurious automotive brand made in limited quantities for a limited circle anyway. The more so if we looked at the following supercar figure.

Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport L'Or Blanc like a very beautiful work of art in the form of a supercar, as well as the car also is a spectacular work of Bugatti in cooperation with a Berlin-based porcelain company named Königliche Porzellan-Manufatur Berlin (KPM) in 2011.

Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport L'Or Blanc which is the worlds first car to 'wear the finest porcelain on its body', shown at the Plaza Athenee Hotel, Paris in 2012. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1cgvrk)

The outside view of Bugatti Veyron L'or Blanc is very alluring. Dominated by blue and white with unique graphics makes the car that uses a quad-turbocharged 8.0L W16 engine appeared very different from usual.

The coloring workmanship have a fairly high level of complexity. Bugatti designers using precision tape directly imported from Japan were able to glue perfectly with sulfur-containing material plasticine. With the staining technique as this will result in a better light reflection is generated by the car's body.

Front three quarter of Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport L'Or Blanc. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1cgvrk)

In addition to paint, the car also embellished with 12 elements of porcelain made of the Berlin-based best porcelain company. The porcelain is placed as the wheel center caps, fuel filler cap and interior trim pieces, and the EB logo embedded in the rear section were all fashioned by KPM from porcelain, most of it designed by hand. While inside the cabin, KPM put the standing elephant statues. These statues were created specially to add a unique feel to the Bugatti Veyron L'or Blanc.

Rear side view of Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport L'Or Blanc. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1cgvrk)

At that time, to get this special edition car, applicants must be deeply dug his pocket. Because the price offered is able to make you shake your head, which is about US. $2,5 million or approximately Rp. 32.4 billion. Currently, the car's price is estimated to be much more expensive.

Now, who is the owner of this unique supercar..? You can already guess who else if not a wealthy Arab sheik. For me, this is a dream car that I never had. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | MOTORAUTHORITY]

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Scientists claim to have found the largest dinosaur footprints in Bolivia

A tourist guide in Bolivia found footprints that claimed belong to dinosaurs. The footprints have a size of 1.2 meters and a 80 million year-old relic.

The footprints belonged to a giant prehistoric animals were thought to belong to abelisaurus. The size of the current findings is one of the largest of the prior findings.

Paleontologist Sebastian Apesteguia (R) measures a footprint measuring over a meter made by a meat-eating predator some 80 million years ago, one of the largest of its kind ever found, in Kinsa Saruska, Bolivia. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1cioDq)

As reported by The Guardian on Wednesday, July 27, 2016, the discovery of dinosaur footprints are located around 64 kilometers outside the capital city of Bolivia, Sucre, in early July.

An Argentine paleontologists, Sebastian Apesteguia, who studied the findings said the footprints were thought to belong abelisaurus (two-legged dinosaur that exploring South America).

Fact and picture of Abelisaurus. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1cioWR)

"The footprints were bigger than we've ever found in the region. It is a record related to the discovery of carnivorous dinosaurs in the late Cretaceous period in South America," said Apesteguia.

For info, Abelisaurus is a dinosaur which lived approximately 85 million years ago during the late Cretaceous Period. It was first discovered by Roberto Abel in Argentina and was later named in 1985 by Argentine paleontologists Fernando Novas and Jose Bonaparte. The name of this dinosaur means “Abel’s Lizard”, a tribute to Roberto Abel.

The discovery was not the first time in the region, given the soft clay around Sucre known as dinosaur's footprints. Some previous abelisaurus skeleton has also been found in the area.

Abelisaurus is a group of meat-eating dinosaurs. They have the characteristic of hand rather short, long and narrow head and did not have horns, also the hind legs longer and slimmer. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | THE GUARDIAN]

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A longing expression of 1930s Moto-Ball

One of the 'weirdest' sports with the age no longer young and is still played today is the Moto-Ball. Yes, the game to snatch the ball and put it into the goal like soccer is indeed very different because the players have to use motorcycles for dribbling or to score a goal.

1936 Koehler-Escoffier Moto-Ball Special by Heroes Motorcycles. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1cdaMg)

But it wasn't the sport that we highlight today, but the figure of classic motorcycles with typical settings highly qualified for its players to dribble, passing the ball or instead shooting not difficult to do. Of course the players should have special skills to ride the bike brilliantly.

Looking back as well as expressed a longing for the world of sports that has existed since 1930 that, an automotive enthusiast named Serge Bueno from the Los Angeles-based garage named the Heroes Motorcycle, rebuild the old memories with the restoration of Koehler-Escoffier (the name of the bike) combined with the modern art works.

Right side view of 1936 Koehler-Escoffier Moto-Ball Special by Heroes Motorcycles. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1cdaMg)

Serge who has long struggled with the 'near death' motorcycles and has hundreds of times evoke the classic machine 'carcasses' and restore it to the original shapes. According to information compiled by Bikeexif, he first did it in Paris and Normandy, the last one he was the focus at the La Brea Avenue workshop. 

Here are several picture of 1936 Koehler-Escofier Moto-Ball Special. (All pictures taken from: http://adf.ly/1cdaMg)

Given the background of Koehler-Escoffier, the manufacturer which has a parent company called Monet-Goyon when in its heyday, once dominated the world's moto-ball starting 1933 to 1938 by using the 350 cc powered special motorcycles.

With those cubication figures, Koehler-Escoffier do not automatically have a great power like the modern motorcycles. It was only able to penetrate the rotation of 4500 rpm and a maximum speed of 80 km/h.
The restoration of Koehler-Escoffier was not cheap motorbike! Besides referring of historical value, the motorcycle wrapped by high quality material that can only be atoned at a price of $35,000, equivalent to Rp.478 million.

Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of two-wheeled monster and stay alive with the true safety riding. God will forgive Your sins.... *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | HEROES MOTORCYCLES | BIKEEXIF]

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