Archive for August, 2010

1997 Suzuki Intruder 1400

Posted on August 13th, 2010 by by qwcdirect

In 1997, Suzuki’s redoubtable 1400 geared up by adding up a fifth transmission ratio. This motorcycle has little changed since then. It also proved that the Japanese could surely make a clean cruiser with a strong chopper influence. 1997 Suzuki quietly changed that final item, thereby introducing sliding five-speed transmission shafts and shift mechanism into [...]

Black Pistons MC: Top Rated Bike Club

Posted on August 10th, 2010 by by qwcdirect

The Black Pistons Motorcycle Club is the top rated bike club that is also the representative supporting club for the Outlaws Motorcycle Club. This club was established in 2002 with the backing of the Outlaws. Since the day, the Black Pistons have been expanding on a large scale throughout U.S, Canada and Europe.
The Black Pistons [...]

1985 Yamaha Virago

Posted on August 10th, 2010 by by qwcdirect

The Yamaha model launched in 1985 under the Touring category was Yamaha XV 750 Virago and was rated 68.4 out of 100. With V2, four-stroke as the engine type and 51.80 HP as the power, Yamaha Virago has been of a great demand in touring racing. Some of the basic features of 1985 Yamaha Virago [...]

Detent Cinch-Pins in Bikes

Posted on August 10th, 2010 by by qwcdirect

Metal fasteners are basically of two types i.e. Cotter pins and split pins. These pins are made up of various materials like steel, copper, brass, aluminum, bronze etc. Clinch pins belong to the same category. Clinch pins are basically used in bikes in order to carry extra load.
Certain holes are lined up in two or [...]

Use of Astra in touring car racing

Posted on August 10th, 2010 by by qwcdirect

The Astra, a small family car manufactured across different countries by Opel.The Astra has been competing in various touring car racing events, however its highest success was achieved after having not only team but also manufacturer’s championship in the British Touring car championship (BTCC) in the year 2001, 02, 03 and 04.
During these 4 years, [...]