Vario Café Racer Custom

By using a 2007 Honda Vario custom bike with café racer style, Ivan Jeriko will go to the 24th Annual Mooneyes Yokohama Hot Rod Custom Show 2015 in Japan at December 4 to 8, 2015 later. How come? Because one of his works became the National Champion in the final battle of Honda Modification Contest 2015 in Yogyakarta, which held on October 31 through November 1, 2015.

2007 Honda Vario Jap-Style custom bike by Albani 28 Modified. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1MyBfkl)

"Fortunately, this is a bonus for our hard work," said Ivan, who is also the owner of the Albani 28 Modified garage in Petos Junction, Puri Beta - Ciledug, Tangerang. In order to compete for the National Champion title, he must redesigned the bike concept.

"Changes approximately 50% from the previous," said Ivan who inspired by the Honda Zoomer-X modification that has appeared at the Bangkok International Motor Show 2015. "Most major spruce up, because when we participated the contest in Bandung, our working time is very tight, so the less than perfect," he said further.

One of the targets are to enhance the bike's dimensions and proportions. "Previously the wheelbase less long and too looked up," he explained. The action taken by bending the main chassis, precisely under the handlebar. Its upside down suspention was cut about 15 cm.

Next, we overhauled the engine mounting by shifting the engine position to the right. "Let the front wheel and rear is centered," he added. While the rear chassis formed from a rolled pipe which is considered good.

Here are several detailed pictures of the 2007 Honda Vario Jap-Style custom bike. (All pictures taken from: http://bit.ly/1MyBfkl)

"Under the direction of the jury, as previously the fuel tank lied under near the water radiator tube," he explained again. Uniquely the wasp tail as cafe racer typical who also functioned as the fuel tank, it looks like matching the headlights mask with the café racer style as well.

This result looks more cute than Zoomer-X who became the inspiration. Especially after the other detailed items, such as the plate under the seat and a drum made of sheet aluminum and cut using a laser. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | OTOMOTIFNET]

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There's the Peugeot design touches on the Airbus H160 helicopter

Over the years the petrolheads know Peugeot as one of the reliable automotive manufacturers of Europe and world-class car. But who would have thought that the Peugeot also had a big hand in the manufacture of another variant vehicles.

Airbus H160 helicopter with the Peugeot design touches. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1OByc0s)

In collaboration with Airbus, one of the aviation companies and aircraft manufacturers in the world, Peugeot Design Lab was involved in design and the formation of the Airbus H160 helicopter. It can be seen in terms of physical and accents helicopter that thick with the Peugeot touch.

Right side view of Airbus H160 helicopter. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1OByc0s)

The Airbus H160 is a helicopter that will be produced en masse in 2016, although physically helicopter is still in prototype form. Reportedly, Peugeot Design Lab was given a full mandate to provide his or her identity on this helicopter.

The futuristic shape covers the entire body and form of H160. Peugeot also adds to the uniqueness of the cockpit were impressed transparent and dynamic. In addition, the Peugeot's car identity also did not forget to be pinned on propeller and its aerodynamic dimensions.

Manufacturing of the Airbus H160 is intended for commercial purposes and non-commercial. Literally there is also a notion that the helicopter can also be owned by personal or corporate. Unfortunately there is no official price on the helicopter which is already planned since 2012. Do you want to have it? *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CARSCOOPS]

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An American DeltaWing retro electric car

When we talking about electric cars, there is a tendency of two kinds, those who try to actually normal (like the Tesla Model S) and those who want an ultra-futuristic look (like Aptera 2e).

Defiant EV3 Roadster by Shockwave Motors. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1O7VmbB)

Shockwave Motors, a Tennessee-based auto company takes another approach. By carrying out the design of three-wheeled car (with one wheel in the front), the 'Defiant EV3 Roadster' was refered as "classic."

It looks like a retro version of the DeltaWing racing car, the Defiant which has a weight of 680 kg (1,500 lbs) has two passenger seats behind the driver whose locate in the middle. There's no word on what sort of motor the final version will feature.

Defiant EV3 Roadster, a unique three-wheeled DeltaWing retro electric car. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1O7VmbB)

Safety features include a tubular steel frame with a built-in roll bar, along with front and rear crumple zones. Road bumps are handled by a dual A arm suspension, coil-over shocks, and dual springs in both the front and rear. You can see the prototype in action, in the video below.

As quoted from Gizmag, recently this electric car has a top speed of more than 113 km/h (70 mph), and takes about 10 seconds to reach a speed of 97 km/h (60 mph) from a standstill. It has a range of up to 161 km (100 miles) on a single charge of its 100-amp/144-volt lithium-ion battery.

Defiant EV3 Roadster has two passengers seats behind its center-located driver. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1O7VmbB)

The company hoping to begin production of the Defiant sometime next year. If you'd like have one, expect to pay US. $24,950 – that price includes a stereo system, heater and defroster. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | SHOCKWAVE MOTORS | GIZMAG]

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The electric cigarettes just as dangerous with regular ones

The electric cigarette is often claimed to be safer than conventional cigarettes. In fact, the content in it anyway cause adverse effects to the body.

The presumption of electronic cigarettes "better" than regular cigarettes, among others because it contains no tar and do not produce smoke. The smoke of electric cigarettes is derived from the evaporated liquid flavorings.

New studies suggests e-cigarettes as harmful as regular cigarettes. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1QryreA)

Even so, according to Dr. Frans Abednego Barus, a pulmonary specialist, said that the smoke of conventional cigarettes or electronic cigarettes just as dangerous.

"According to my assumptions, inhaling the smoke of regular cigarettes or electronic still potentially exposed to the chronic obstructive diseases, blockage or slowing the flow of air can also happen," said Frans in the seminar of Healthy Lungs for Life at the Double Tree Hotel in Jakarta on October 30, 2015.

Frans explained, the air temperature issued electronic cigarette is different from the surrounding air temperature. With high temperatures, around 60 degrees Celsius, and if the smoke inhaled will result in the inflammation that blocks the airway.

"Respiratory tract will be damaged and characterized by thickening of the airway wall. So I think regular cigarettes or electric ones are equally at risk," he said.

He added that the electronic cigarette claims more secure, but actually dangerous because it can make someone use these cigarettes because of they feel secured.

"The factor of feeling more secure that makes people addicted to electronic cigarettes and the potential of cancer will be much higher than regular cigarettes" he added.

So it is best not smoking at all. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC INDONESIA]

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Dawn of the Ultrabike

Aurora Motorcycles seems to be presenting the Hellfire OZ26, a V8-engined motorcycle in the EICMA 2015 in Milan next week. The motorcycle was the brainchild of an Australian engineer Vincent Messina.

This motorcycle has the nickname 'Dawn of the Ultrabike'. Motorcycle appeared without a frame, with the headstock, swingarm, suspension, tank and seat directly attached to a big block V8 engine. All bodywork using carbon fiber, as is the Hossack/Fior-style front suspension unit.

Aurora Motorcycles Hellfire OZ26. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1l12m0e)

As reported by the Motorcyclenews on Monday, November 16, 2015, Aurora also use Brembo's monobloc calipers, and switchgear is programmed able to control the traction. In addition, there are two fuel maps and pitlane limiter, all controlled through the left switchgear and full color dash.

Messina claims that the 'clean sheet' design – which has been penned by a team from Australia, New Zealand and the UK – will deliver a unique proposition, and the biggest power and torque figures of any production bike, including the track-only Kawasaki H2R, while remaining completely street-focussed.

A prototype of the Hellfire OZ26 actually been caught on camera while on test three months ago. The plan, the launch will be made in mid 2016. However, there has been no official word related to the price will be offered for this motorcycle. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | MOTORCYCLENEWS]

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Bimota's surprise for the EICMA Show 2015

Bimota, one of the Italian motorcycle manufacturer will make a surprise at the EICMA Show 2015, including the 'hyper-naked' supercharged that can spew the power up to 190 hp, as reported by Visordown.

Bimota Tesi 3D RaceCafe teaser. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1LhffZ7)

So far Rimini-based motorcycle manufacturer has not released the motorcycles photograph, but Bimota say 'Impeto' will use the Testastretta engine which can spewing power of 162 hp used by Ducati Diavel, and also optional supercharger which enables power and torque of the 1,198 cc, V-Twin engine increased by 15-20 percent.

The Italian company founded by Valerio Bianchi, Giuseppe Morri, and Massimo Tamburini said, that the supercharger kit developed for Bimota using Ducati's liquid-cooled engine. Other features are pinned to Impeto namely ABS, ride-by-wire throttle and traction control, and will be offered with carbon fiber swing arm and frame tube.

In addition to offering 'hyper naked,' Bimota also preparing other variants, namely a retro Cafe Racer motorcycle called 'Tesi 3D RaceCafe' which has circulated in the form of a teaser image. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | VISORDOWN]

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Japanese scientists created unbreakable Glass as strong as Steel

Scientists from the University of Tokyo's Institute of Industrial Science (IIS) creates a new type of unbreakable glass that is claimed to be as strong as steel. But the size of the glass made like in general, even designed more lighter and thinner. The scientists used a technique called 'aerodynamic levitation' to create a layer of transparent glass to make this glass.

Japanese scientists develop 'unbreakable' glass almost as tough as steel. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1Nu71ij)

As a result the light and thin size, the glass is also claimed it could be a perfect solution to protect the screen of your smart phone devices. This discovery is not only the good news for the electronic industry, but also for the automotive industry. Not just for smartphones, the unbreakable glass is also certainly can make a variety of electronic devices, ranging from laptops, tablets and so on.

Ingredients pushed into the air with gas synthesize to form a new type of glass. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1SjM3qF)

As reported by Science Alert, the 'hybrid' glass can be ready for the market the next five years. This breakthrough will soon be mass produced. "We will find ways to mass produce the product as soon as possible," said Atsunobu Masuno, IIS assistant professor to the Asahi Shimbun.

The glass contains aluminum oxide compounds, known for toughness. The glass base material is silicon dioxide, which is the main component of sand. This glass is made with a combination of aluminum oxide is commonly used for plastics and paints. Combinations of materials that can produce hard glass, sturdy and strong as steel. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | ASAHI SHIMBUN | SCIENCEALERT]

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