2001 BMW R1150 GS Adventure motorcycle pictures, specs

2001 BMW R1150 GS Adventure  
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2001 BMW R1150 GS Adventure
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Specifications

Dimensions and Weights

Overall length     86.2 inches (2189 mm)

Overall width     35.9 inches (920 mm)

Wheelbase     58.9 inches (1509 mm )

Ground clearance     7.8 inches (200 mm)

Seat height     33.1 / 33.8 inches (840 / 860 mm)

Handlebar width     35.5 inches (903 mm)

Steering angle     62.9 degrees

Front wheel trail     4.5 inches (115 mm) (unladen)

Weight - dry     480 lbs. (217.5 kg)

Weight - wet     536 lbs. (243 kg)

Maximum load     1014 lbs. (460 kg) (GWVR)

Wheel load limits     Front = 397 lbs. (180 kg)

Rear = 661 lbs. (300 kg)

Top speed     121 mph (194 km/h)

General

Type     Air cooled/ oil cooled twin cylinder

Bore x stroke     101 mm x 70.5 mm

Displacement     1130cc

Horsepower     85 bhp @6750 rpm

Torque     71 lb.-ft. @ 5250 rpm

Compression ratio     10.3:1

Valve gear     HC, chain-driven

Valves     2 x 34 mm intake / 2 x 29 mm exhaust

Valve timing (measured at 3 mm valve clearance)     Intake opens 1 degrees after TDC

Intake closes 25 degrees after BDC

Exhaust opens 31 degrees before BDC

Exhaust closes 13 degrees before TDC

Valves per cylinder     4

Camshafts     Valves per cylinder Four

Camshafts

Engine oil capacity     4 quarts of SF, SG motor oil

Engine oil filter     Spin-on Micronic filter cartridge

Carburetion/Ignition     Fuel injection and electronic ignition (Bosch Motronic MA 2.2)

Fuel demand     Unleaded, middle-grade premium, 90 (AKI)

Fuel tank     Steel tank with enclosed fuel pump

Fuel capacity     5.8 U.S. gallons (22.2 liters) including 1 gallon (3.8 liters) reserve

Air Filter     Paper-type element

Charging system     14 V, 50 Amp Alternator (700 W

Battery     BMW Mareg, 12-4V Amp/h low maintenance

Cooling system     Combined air/oil cooled

Drivetrain

Primary drive     Helical-cut gears with tensioner

Clutch     165 mm dry hydraulic, single plate

Gear ratios     1st gear: 2.04:1

2nd gear: 1.60:1

3rd gear: 1.26:1

4th gear: 1.03:1

5th gear: 0.90:1

6th gear: 0.697:1

Drive system     Enclosed driveshaft with two universal joints and integral torsional damper

Final drive     Spiral bevel gears, 2.82:1 ratio

  

Frame and Suspension

Frame     3-section frame concept with reinforced rear frame connection

Front suspension     Light Telelever with central spring strut, Progressive coil spring, Twin-tube gas-filled shock

Travel/Dimensions     7.46 inches (190 mm)

Rear suspension     Patented BMW Paralever swingarm and driveshaft, single shock with variable rebound damping

Travel/Dimensions     7.81 inches (200 mm) travel, hydraulic adjust, 40 positions

Brakes

Brake system     BMW / FAG antilock brake ABS II

Front brakes     Two 4-piston calipers, wear compensation

Front rotors     Dual 12.0 inch (305 mm) floating rotor

Actuation method     Hydraulic, DOT 4 fluid type

Rear brake     One 4-piston caliper, floating mount

Rear rotor     Single 10.9 inch (277 mm) diameter fixed rotor

Actuation method     Hydraulic, DOT 4 fluid type

  

Wheels & Tires

Front wheel     2.50 x 19 MT-H2   Patented Cross Spoke Wheel

Rear wheel     4.00 x 17 MT-H2 Patented Cross Spoke Wheel

Front tire     110/80 - R 19 59H tubeless

Rear tire     150/70 - R 17 69H tubeless

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2012 BMW K1300S HP insurance information

2012 BMW K1300S HP  
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2012 BMW K1300S HP

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2012 BMW K1300S HP Review

All for one. One for all. But not for anyone! The limited

K 1300 S special model with HP Package has lots to offer even purely visually. What is more, underneath its exterior of brilliant Alpine White non-metallic, mysterious Night Black non-metallic and glowing Lupine Blue metallic is the beat of a powerful heart derived from the basic model, with numerous extra technical features added: high-quality HP Carbon attachment parts for the front wheel cover, an HP footrest system for rider and passenger, an Akrapovic sports silencer and a paddock stand. The bike's refined outer appearance is perfectly supplemented by an exclusive series embossment in brushed aluminium positioned on the intake silencer cover featuring the name of the model and the individual serial number. After all, there are only 750 of the K 1300 S with HP Package. The wide range of additional options makes the machine even more individual. For example, ESA II enables convenient adjustment of the suspension set-up during travel, while Automatic Stability Control (ASC) provides excellent traction and ride stability. If you really want to get moving there is also an optional automatic shift, and for additional warmth heated grips come as an accessory. And there is plenty of passion behind the tinted windshield, too - after all, the special edition is technologically based on the regular 175 bhp model. The perfect package for everyday riding and for longer trips, too.

Feel the difference at an attractive saving of around 36% as compared to purchasing the components individually.

As the sportiest representative of the BMW Motorrad K Series, the BMW K 1300 S combines sporting character and riding dynamics with a high level of comfort, lightfooted handling with absolute riding stability, and superior performance with perfect everyday practicality. At the same time, it offers a high level of protection against wind and weather and perfected ergonomics for long hauls.

The special model BMW K 1300 S with HP Package emphasises these virtues and upgrades the popular sports tourer to a vehicle of even greater prestige.

The special model bears an exclusive Edition badge of brushed aluminium on the airbox cover. This sporting character is underscored by the paintwork of solid Alpine White / metallic Lupin Blue / solid Night Black contrasting with the HP carbon parts like the covers for the front wheel, airbox, clutch, and seat.

The technical highlights of the 175 hp packing K 1300 S are the HP gearshift assistant, the Akrapović sports silencer, the electronic suspension adjustment ESA II, the automatic stability control ASC, the tyre pressure control RDC, the heated grips, and an onboard computer.

In addition, the BMW K 1300 S as a special model with HP Package benefits from yet more high quality equipment details. Its standard equipment includes the HP footrests for rider and passenger and a tinted windscreen.

For the perfect accommodation in the garage at home, this fully equipped special model of the BMW K 1300 S also comes with a paddock stand.

2012 BMW K1300S HP Model Highlights

The highlights of the special model K 1300 S with HP Package:
• metal badge of brushed aluminium with edition number on the air box cover
• special paintwork in solid Alpine white/Lupin blue metallic/Night black
• HP carbon front wheel cover
• HP carbon airbox cover
• HP carbon clutch cover
• HP carbon seat cover
• HP footrests for rider and passenger
• HP gearshift assistant
• Akrapovic sports silencer
• electronic suspension adjustment ESA II
• onboard computer
• automatic stability control ASC
• tire pressure control RDC
• heated grips
• tinted windscreen
• paddock stand

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2010 CADILLAC Aera Concept Auto Insurance Information

2010 CADILLAC Aera Concept
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2010 CADILLAC Aera Concept

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The Cadillac Aera Concept won the 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show Design Challenge, tying with Smart and besting entries from seven other automakers including Mercedes-Benz, Honda, Nissan, Toyota and Maybach. GM Advanced Design has now won the honor more times than any other design team; this is its third victory since 2005.

This is the seventh year for the contest, and this year designers were asked to envision the "1,000 lb. car" and tasked to imagine an efficient four-passenger vehicle that maintained comfort, safety, driving performance and style while not exceeding the weight requirement.

"The Cadillac Aera concept was designed to continue the forward-thinking imagination of Cadillac's 'art and science' philosophy," explains Jussi Timonen, lead designer for the project. "It's designed as a small city urban vehicle, but we approached this 2+2 touring coupe very much from the brand's luxury perspective. Every detail of the Aera was conceived to minimize the vehicle's environmental impact without sacrificing the style, comfort and attention to detail that are hallmarks of the Cadillac brand."

The Cadillac Aera Concept is powered by compressed air via a highly efficient Pneumatic Drive System that has a 10,000-psi composite air storage tank with capacity for a 1,000-mile range. Flexible, pressurized air cells in the exterior skin, similar to material developed for the NASA Mars Rover airbags, enhance passive safety and interior comfort. The flexible polymer skin optimizes aerodynamics and functions as an ultra-lightweight alternative to conventional body panels and glass.

Cadillac Aera's body utilizes a 3D lattice, mono-formed frame that was designed to be similar to configurations found consistently in nature. The structure is formed from unique, alloy-utilizing, semi-solid freeform manufacturing, creating a naturally strong, extremely lightweight frame. All major body parts, including interior components, are essentially "grown" into a single part lattice structure.

The interior is crafted with an ultra-light recyclable polymer that allows for HVAC channels, fully adjustable seating, storage and comfort features all in one mono-form structure. Generous storage space accommodates luggage for two people.

Additional technologies include an all-in-one wheel system that combines rotary actuator propulsion, steering and suspension functions. A drive-by-wire system decreases the mass of electrical components, while vehicle-to-vehicle communication promotes active safety.

The concept was conceived in GM's North Hollywood Advanced Design Studio by Frank Saucedo, director; Phil Tanioka, vehicle designer; Brent Wickham, concept strategist; Shawn Moghadam, layout designer and Timonen, the project manager. Earlier this week, GM commemorated 10 years of advanced design at the L.A. area studio.

"This year's design challenge was extremely difficult to judge because of the quality of all of the entries, but I believe that the executions that won exemplified everything that we were trying to achieve with this competition," said Stewart Reed, chair, Transportation Design, Art Center College of Design. "The concepts that won were really spot on for their brands, which was one of many reasons for the victory."

The Design Challenge is part of the Design Los Angeles automobile designers' conference and has evolved into an integral element of the Los Angeles Auto Show. Design Los Angeles connects those working in the design industry with well-known automotive design industry leaders. Los Angeles is home to the world's largest concentration of manufacturer design studios, representing automakers from North America, Europe and Asia. It is also the home of Art Center College of Design, one of the world's foremost transportation design institutions where many of today's leading automotive designers began their careers.

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