Table of contents

• Spotlight: trade fair highlights Stars and Stripes
• Yamaha MT-07: The star of the Milan fair
• Bimota BB3 has existed before
• Harley-Davidson Street 500 and 750: externally identical
• BMW R 1200 RT: technical benchmark in the upscale touring sector
• BMW S 1000 R: The fine young radical
• Ducati Monster 1200 / S: It has always been a hit …
• KTM RC 125/390: The street racer for corner junkies
• MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800 now with suitcases
• Kawasaki Z 1000: Technically improved in many areas
• Triumph Thunderbird Commander / LT: Restriction to facelift
• Honda relies on Thailand
• Suzuki V-Strom 1000: “The one and only”

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Spotlight on EICMA 2013

Spotlight: trade fair highlights
Stars and Stripes

Milan is not America and Eicma is not Hollywood Boulevard. The northern Italians still offer more than enough glamor and hustle and bustle. For example, the rise of the Yamaha MT-07 from a mid-range two-cylinder to a shooting star.

Stefan Kaschel, Michael Pfeiffer, Gert Thole, Ralf Schneider, Eva Breutel, Michael Schumann

11/21/2013

Like a good Hollywood blockbuster, Eicma 2013 had a varied script and an opulent cast list. Amongst the stars like the KTM 1290 Super Duke R, the BMW S 1000 R, Ducatis Monster 1200 or Yamaha’s three-cylinder MT-09 brought established forces like the touring queen BMW R 1200 RT or the mother of all radical naked bikes, the Kawasaki Z 1000, into the spotlight.

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The national actors on this side of Ducati also played an important role in Milan. At the MV Agusta stand, the new three-cylinder supermoto Rivale 800 and the touring offshoot Turismo Veloce 800 vied for the favor of customers, while the luxury forge Bimota not only new owners, but also a new super sports car with the BB3 presented. Otherwise, however, the athletes’ faction in Milan played a minor role. The ultra-light and ultra-strong Ducati Superleggera is only suitable for the very wealthy audience, and the new Honda Fireblade in its old guise and without traction control has almost what it takes to become a tragic hero. On the other hand, the predominantly young trade fair audience presented itself refreshingly, pushing through the halls in a good mood despite the economic crisis. No wonder, because offers like the fleet MT-07 or the brand new entry-level Harleys are the stars in the youth sky.

Yamaha MT-07: The star of the Milan fair

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Yamaha MT-07 shines with a great design.

Two cylinders, 75 hp, 68 Newton meters – and the star of the Milan trade fair. You have to get that done first. The MT-07 did it. Not least thanks to their great design and high quality workmanship. Nothing seems improvised or half-hearted, but consistently thought through to the end. Fine asymmetrical swing arm, bold underfloor exhaust, curved manifold routing, harmonious tank-bench line – no trace of honesty. And if you know the new crossplane three-cylinder from the big sister MT-09 and its lively character, you won’t have to worry about the lack of temperament of the row win. Especially not because the MT-07 can shine with two other top values. 182 kilograms with a full tank Yamaha on – that’s around 20 kilos less than a comparable motorized Kawa ER-6n. And the price will be less than 6000 euros.

Data

Two-cylinder in-line engine, 689 cm³, 55 kW (75 PS) at 9000 / min, 68 Nm at 6500 / min, backbone frame made of steel, telescopic fork, Ø 41 mm, double disc brake at the front, disc brake at the rear, Ø 282/220 mm, ABS optional, Seat height 805 mm, weight
179/182 kilograms with a full tank, front tires 120/70 ZR 17, rear tires 180/55 ZR 17, colors: blue-gray, matt gray, purple, red, white, price: less than 6,000 euros.

New at Yamaha:

SR 400, classic single with a typical look

MT-07, 700 series two-cylinder with 75 hp

MT-09 Street Rally in Supermoto style

XVS 1300, chopper in full regalia

Bimota BB3 has existed before

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There was already a Bimota BB3 with a BMW engine.

However, it was a 60-horsepower single-cylinder racer. The new BB3 is at the other end of the performance spectrum: the four-cylinder unit of the BMW S 1000 RR, which is used for the classically designed BB3, produces a whopping 193 hp. Typical for Bimota: handcrafted chassis, finely processed carbon fiber laminate as cladding, tank hood and seat bench. Impressive: On the BB3, a swing arm milled from solid guides the rear wheel, and the swing arm mounts are also machined from aluminum blocks. A steel lattice tube construction serves as the frame, the main tubes of which have oval cross-sections. The new owners Marco Chiancianesi and Daniele Longoni, who earn their money with real estate, seem just as optimistic as the new importer Benny Wilbers. That’s why the price is a whopping 42,900 euros. There are almost two fully equipped BMW HP4s for this.

Data

Four-cylinder in-line engine, 999 cm³, 142 kW (193 hp) at 13,000 rpm, 112 Nm at 9750 rpm, tubular steel-aluminum composite frame, upside-down fork, Ø 43 mm, double disc brake at the front, disc brake at the rear, Ø 320 / 220 mm, seat height 820 mm, dry weight 179 kilograms, front tires 120/70 ZR 17, rear 190/55 ZR 17, base price: 42,900 euros.

New at Bimota:

Bimota BB3

Bimota Tesi 3D 40th Anniversary

Harley-Davidson Street 500 and 750: externally identical

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The 750 will come to us in a year.

With the two externally identical models Street 500 and 750 has Harley-Davidson presented a completely new series. And a changed philosophy: away from the Harleys-are-big-and-expensive-image. The new engines – called “Revolution X” – are water-cooled V-Twins with a 60 degree cylinder angle. The 750, of which no performance data is known yet, will be available in Germany from the end of 2014, before that it will be launched in Portugal, Spain, Italy and India, where it is also built. In terms of price, the Street is said to be below the cheapest Sportster and above all to appeal to young people worldwide – especially in Asia.

Data

Liquid-cooled 60-degree V2 cylinder, ohc, four valves, 749 (494) cm³, six-speed transmission, belt drive, tubular steel double loop frame, single-disc brakes at the front and rear, 17-inch rims at the front, 15-inch rims at the rear, no ABS, approx. 220 kg, price: expected to be around 7,000 euros.

New at Harley-Davidson:

HD Street 500 and 750

HD Dyna Fat Bob

HD Softail Breakout

Touring range revised

Electra Glides water-cooled

BMW R 1200 RT: technical benchmark in the upscale touring sector

Data

Two-cylinder boxer engine, 1170 cm³, 92 kW (125 PS) at 7750 / min, 125 Nm at 6500 / min, tubular steel bridge frame, longitudinal control arm telescopic fork, two-joint single-sided swing arm, front / rear spring travel 120/136 mm, double disc brake at the front, disc brake at the rear , Ø 320/276 mm, integral ABS, seat height 805/825 mm, front tires 120/70 ZR 17, rear 180/55 ZR 17, tank capacity 25 liters, price: from 16,990 euros.

BMW S 1000 R: The fine young radical

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BMW S 1000 R..

With the S 1000 R BMW is also tackling the topic of naked bikes with the usual consistency. Consequently, the relationship to the S 1000 RR cannot be overlooked. Whether you like that is an open question. There are actually no doubts that the naked S 1000 will set standards in terms of driving dynamics, because it has everything in the equipment list that is good and expensive at BMW. Race ABS, traction control and semi-active chassis – if you want, you can buy all of this and you will almost certainly be rewarded with a chassis that sets standards in this class. The long development time and the meticulousness with which the Bavarians normally go to work speak for this. Presumably the same applies to the adaptation of the high-performance in-line quad, so that the S 1000 R has what it takes to become a volume model. Especially in view of the price: 12,800 euros is a word.

Data

Four-cylinder in-line engine, 999 cm³, 118 kW (160 PS) at 11,000 rpm, 112 Nm at 9250 rpm, aluminum bridge frame, upside-down fork, Ø 46 mm, double disc brake at the front, disc brake at the rear, Ø 320/220 mm, seat height 814 mm, Ge-

weight with a full tank of 207 kilograms, front tires 120/70 ZR 17, rear tires 190/55 ZR 17, colors: red, metallic blue, white, base price: 12,800 euros.

New at BMW:

C evolution, scooter with a powerful electric drive

S 1000 R, radical naked women at a competitive price

R nineT, anniversary model with a classic touch

R 1200 GS Adventure, adventure for everyone

R 1200 RT, touring queen with all the extras

Ducati Monster 1200 / S: It has always been a hit …

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The new one is longer, heavier and stronger.

… You couldn’t be taller than 1.70 meters to look good on it. The new one is different: it is longer, heavier and more powerful, and in the S version it even reaches 145 hp. The seating position is also new and much better, because the handlebars move four centimeters up and closer to the driver, and the annoying lying on the tank is over. In addition, there is a strong design in which the typical monster look has been retained despite the water cooler. Incidentally, Ducati announced another novelty for the beginning of 2014. Now everyone is puzzling again …

Data

Water-cooled two-cylinder V-engine, 1198 cm³, 99 (107) kW, 135 (145) HP at 8750 / min, 118 (124.5) Nm at 7250 / min, tubular space frame, single swing arm, upside-down fork, Ø 43 (48) mm, double disc brake in front, disc brake in rear, Ø 320/245 mm, seat height 785–810 mm, weight with a full tank 209 kg, tires 120/70 ZR 17, 190/55 ZR 17, colors: red, red / white, price : 13490 (15990) euros.

New at Ducati:

Panigale 899 already on sale

1199 Superleggera, limited to 500 pieces

Monster 1200 / S

KTM RC 125/390: The street racer for corner junkies

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KTM RC 125/390.

At first glance, the little RC racers look like replicas of the world championship machines from the Moto3 class. Not only because of the typical orange paint, also because of the crisp, stylish cladding and sporty accessories. A fat WP fork springs in front, the strong aluminum swing arm controls a WP shock absorber. And there is even a programmable shift light on board as standard. The 125 delivers the class-standard 15 hp, but weighs only around 140 kilograms. Hardly any heavier is the handling king RC 390, whose single cylinder delivers a solid 44 hp. Incidentally, both have ABS.

Data

Single-cylinder engine, 125 (372) cm³, 11/32 kW (15/44 PS) at 9500 / min, 12 (35) Nm at 8000 (7250) min, lattice frame made of steel tubes, upside-down fork, Ø 43 mm, single-disc brake at the front, Rear disc brake, Ø 300/230 mm, seat height 820 mm, weight with a full tank 142 kilograms, front tires 110/70 ZR 17, rear 150/60 ZR 17, color: orange, price: approx. 4500/6000 euros.

New at KTM:

RC 125 and 390

Freeride 250 R two-stroke

1190 Adventure, now standard with MSC

1290 Super Duke R, the power naked bike

Offroad range revised

MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800 now with suitcases

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MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800.

One MV Agusta with suitcases – who would have ever expected that? But it still takes a little while, because the Turismo Veloce will only be on the market in autumn 2014. The sports tourer with an emphasis on sport has a different frame compared to the Funbike rival, a new exhaust with square bags and a larger airbox. The Lusso version is particularly interesting – among other things with a semi-active chassis, shift assistant downwards, heated grips and two suitcases. They are cleverly made, do not widen the motorcycle and still take on a full-face helmet. So tough competition for Ducati, where a small multistrada has so far been missing? But there is still a 2014 novelty pending …

Data

Water-cooled three-cylinder in-line engine, 798 cm³, 92 kW (125 PS) at 11,600 rpm, 84 Nm at 8,600 rpm, tubular space frame, single-sided swing arm, upside-down fork, Ø 43 mm, mono-spring strut, double disc brake at the front, disc brake at the rear , Ø 320/220 mm, seat height 870 mm, tank 20 l, tires 120/70 ZR 17, 190/55 ZR 17, dry weight 194 kg (Lusso version 207 kg), color: silver (Lusso: red / silver), price : k. A..

New at MV Agusta:

Turismo Veloce 800 / Lusso

Rival 800 already on sale

F3 Ago, limited and signed by Giacomo Agostini

Kawasaki Z 1000: Technically improved in many areas

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Kawasaki’s tall nude looks pretty evil, appears much tidier and clearer, and has been technically improved in many areas.

The engine received more pressure, the chassis got better suspension elements and brakes, and the tank capacity increased to 17 liters. A special air duct should ensure an intoxicating engine sound. With 142 hp, the 1043 cm³ four-cylinder offers enough propulsion, the 12 195 euros, the Kawasaki for the new one Z 1000 inclusive ABS system calls are very appropriate.

Data

Four-cylinder in-line engine, 1043 cm³, 104.5 kW (142 PS) at 10 000 rpm, 111 Nm at 7300 rpm, aluminum bridge frame, big piston upside-down fork, double disc brake at the front, disc brake at the rear, Ø 310/250 mm, ready-to-drive weight 227 kilograms, front tires 120 / 70-17, rear 190 / 50-17, colors: green, black, orange, base price: 12,195 euros.

New at Kawasaki:

Scooter Kawasaki J 300

Sports Tourer Kawasaki Z 1000 SX

Triumph Thunderbird Commander / LT: Restriction to facelift

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Triumph is very popular with tuners and refiners, here a stripped, nasty Rocket III.

Treat yourself to a quieter year in Hinckley: After the many innovations of recent years, the British will limit themselves to model updates in the coming season. The Thunderbird series is set up more broadly with the thick parallel twin through two further variants, both with 1.7 liters displacement. The Commander is a kind of muscle bike, shows off plenty of chrome, has the double headlights typical of Triumph, thick wheels and highly padded, comfortable seats. The LT – which stands for Light Touring – comes with Avon whitewall tires, leather saddlebags, windshield and back support.

Data

Two-cylinder in-line engine, 1699 cm³, 69 kW (94 PS) at 5400 / min, 151 Nm at 3550 / min, bridge frame made of steel tubes, telescopic fork, Ø 47 mm, double disc brake at the front, disc brake at the rear, Ø 310/310 mm, seat height 814 mm , Weight with a full tank 348 (380) kilograms, front tires 140/75 ZR 17, rear 200/50 ZR 17, price k. A..

New at Triumph:

Bonneville T100 and Tiger 800 XC as SE versions

Thunderbird Commander and LT

Small, inexpensive single-cylinder in planning, will come later

Retouching on some models, such as silencers with more sound

Honda relies on Thailand

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Honda CB 650 F..

The CB 650 F and its fully disguised sister CBR are built in Thailand. With a longer stroke, the four-cylinder engines known from the CB, CBF and CBR 600 not only got more displacement, but also apparently different characteristics: less peak power, less peak torque, but more of it in the lower speed range. However, it is difficult to understand why it has been placed between all insurance classes with 87 hp. What achieved 102 PS with 600 cm³ should definitely be good for 95 PS with 649 cm³. Or even cheaper in the 78 hp class. The routing of the exhaust manifold was very spectacular.

Data

Four-cylinder in-line engine, 649 cm³, 64 kW (87 PS) at 11000 / min, 63 Nm at 8000 / min, steel bridge frame, telescopic fork, Ø 41 mm, double disc brake at the front, disc brake at the rear, Ø 320/240 mm, seat height 810 mm , Weight with a full tank of 208 kilograms, front tires 120/70 ZR 17, rear 180/55 ZR 17, colors: white / red / metallic blue, black, silver, yellow, price: ns. A..

New at Honda:

CB 650 F, chic row four

CBR 650 F, fully clad version of the CB 650 F

CTX 700, smaller version of the touring cruiser

NC 750 S / X / Integra, with more displacement

VFR 800 R, revised sports tourer

Fireblade, facelifted

Crosstourer, giant enduro with new traction control

CTX 1300, large touring cruiser

Suzuki V-Strom 1000: “The one and only”

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“No, that’s not enough. A V-Strom cannot make the U-turn. When will Suzuki finally step on the gas again? ”Says editor Stefan Kaschel about the new Suzuki.

“The one and only”: Unfortunately, that is the motto of the 2014 model year, because apart from the V-Strom 1000 there was no new motorcycle on the Suzuki stand. And the V-Strom is not really new either, because with its 1000 engine it is based on its predecessor, which was discontinued years ago. After all: the engine has been extensively revised and now delivers its maximum torque at 4000 rpm, and the new V-Strom has everything from ABS to traction control on board. Nevertheless, it will not be easy for a 1000 in the 1200 travel enduro series. Suzuki knows that too and offers the V-Strom at an introductory price. 11,990 euros are a fair offer, and the German importer is also giving the first 100 customers the suitcases (890 euros) free of charge.

Data

Two-cylinder V-engine, 1037 cm³, 74 kW (100 PS) at 8000 / min, 103 Nm at 4000 / min, aluminum bridge frame, upside-down fork, Ø 43 mm, double disc brake at the front, disc brake at the rear, Ø 310/260 mm , Seat height 850 mm, weight with a full tank of 228 kg, front tires 110/80 R 19, rear 150/70 R 17, colors: white, beige, red metallic, black, price: 12,290 euros.

New at Suzuki:

Suzuki V-Strom 1000

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