Aubervilliers, 22 December 2014. One of the most gruelling and challenging motorsport events in the world, the Dakar Rally is an unparalleled event for off-road drivers.  The world’s leading competitors go up against amateur competitors, for whom the race is often the culmination of their dreams and who come to take up the challenge, and in 2015 there are more than 600 entrants all bidding for glory!

The 2015 edition will run from 3-17 January across Argentina, Bolivia and Chile and will include the largest ever number of Motul-supported entries: 51 covering all four main categories – bike, quad, car and truck.  The vehicles due to take the start of the rally will go on to cover 9000 kilometres in South America, with the added trial in 2015 of marathon stages, where drivers cannot use their assistance teams. The drivers of cars and trucks, which have not taken part in a marathon stage since 2005, will have to tackle this additional difficulty and spend the night in a closed area where only help between competitors is authorised, not their mechanics.  The reliability and technical excellence of the lubricants used will be even more critical.

The Dakar is the world’s greatest rally raid adventure and there is no room for any mechanical weakness. Motul has proven technical reliability in this arena – in both the searing heat of the desert to the icy cold of the mountains – and its technical partners will be using specially adapted lubricants and coolants from its Motorsport Line (Auto) and Factory Line (Moto), particularly from the 300V range for high performance and maximum protection. The terrain, climate and endurance conditions endured by the Dakar’s competitors can be punishing, and offer the international lubricant company an excellent living laboratory for its products. 

Headlining the Motul line-up is the factory HRC Rally team which is returning to the motorcycle category of the Dakar with an exciting roster of riders. A five-time Dakar winner in the past, the Honda HRC squad will field a 5-strong international rider line up: 2013 World Cross Country Rally Champion Paulo Goncalves, Helder Rodriguez from Portugal, 13-time Women’s Trials World Champion and 10-time Women's Trials European Champion in Outdoor Motorcycle Trials, factory rider Laia Sanz, the very rapid Spaniard Joan “bang bang” Barreda, and HRC newcomer Jeremias Israel Esquerre of Chile.   

Also in the motorcycle class, and receiving support from Motul, are entries from teams representing Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Congo, Estonia, France, Netherlands, Peru, Portugal, Romania and Spain.

The largest representation of Motul-supported teams is in the Cars category and will include Motul’s newest Dakar partner, Toyota Overdrive which is an official Toyota team.  The Belgian squad is fielding new fewer than ten entries and includes in its line-up of runners and riders former event winner Giniel de Villiers of South Africa.  Another factory team is Team Land Cruiser Toyota Auto Body, a subsidiary of the Japanese automotive giant which manufactures the Land Cruiser in Japan.  Motul has been the long-time lubricant partner to Toyota Auto Body which is a multiple champion in the T2 category.   

With two machines entered in the T3 category, all eyes will be on the Xtreme Plus Polaris Factory Team which goes into the 2015 Dakar as a 2014 class champion.

Of special significance to Motul will be the 11 entries from MD Rallye Sport, a team which has had a technical partnership with the lubricant specialist for many years.  In 2015 it will be renamed "Écurie du Cœur" in recognition of its partnership with the Mécénat Chirurgie Cardiaque - the charitable cardiac surgery association - which enables children with heart malformations to undergo surgery in France when they lack the technical and financial means to be cared for in their countries of origin.

Motul’s own charitable foundation, the Fondation Motul Corazon, is a patron of the Mécénat Chirurgie Cardiaque, and the presence of Porsche factory LMP1 endurance driver and Pike’s Peak champion, Romain Dumas, will attract an enormous amount of attention for this very worthwhile cause.

The competition will undoubtedly be as intense as ever, and both men and machines will be tested to the limit.  Motul’s proven reliability and endurance will be a crucial part in these teams’ quest for success.

True to his word and backing up his comment months ago about his next EBR being the mother of all adventure motorcycles, Erik Buell has announced his new EBR 1190 AX. Adventure Sports model.

Nobody knows exactly when the EBR 1190 AX will show up, but we know it’s going to be a very interesting bike. An exclusive interview with Gary Pietruszewski, VP of global sales for EBR revealed that our guessing skills have only gotten better. After the supposition that KTM will dish out a “street-adventure” in the form of the 1050 Adventure turned out to be true, it was time to learn that the same future is envisioned for the upcoming EBR 1190 AX.

The fact that Erik Buell is “back from the dead” is well-known. After the H-D hiatus, Erik rose like a phoenix and established Erik Buell Racing (EBR), managed to get financing and even drew solid interest from the huge Indian bike manufacturer Hero MotoCorp.

Three new machines rolled out, the 1190 RS, the 1190 RX and the 1190 SX Street Fighter, all sharing the same 185 hp V-twin platform and promising to become a really hot presence in the high-performance sport bike segment. Still, it looks like EBR is more than willing to become a global player, so expanding the offer beyond fully-faired sport bikes and monstrous roadsters is the next step.

“The sport-adventure segment is becoming stronger worldwide and certainly in South Africa,” said Craig Langton co-owner and Sales Director for EBR SA and Cayenne World. “We’ve seen KTM and BMW unveiling their sport-adventure bikes at EICMA 2014 and both manufacturers admitted that this is the new fashion in the two-wheeled industry.”

More and more customers are searching for bikes with sport specs and a hefty dose of racey vibes, but they are also looking for day-long comfort inspired by the touring and full-on adventure motorcycles.

The manufacturers got the point and have tweaked their existing platforms. Smaller cast wheels replaced the wire-spoked ones of the off-road bikes, while the engines of the sport bikes have been loaded in frames with longer, more compliant suspensions. To some, this might look like lacking vision, but there is an actual demand for such machines.

“The new EBR 1190 AX is the perfect machine for people, who want to go road-touring aboard comfy and fast machines, and for whom short, easy gravel sections are more than enough, the 1190 AX fits that profile and is the ideal machine for the task.” said Craig Langton. “We cannot wait for its arrival, adventure riders who are considering a new motorcycle should add this unit to their shopping list. ’’

Still, there is a waiting period until the 1190 AX will be available,  EBR has indeed mentioned it from the early days on their new website, but it looks like that name will still remain greyed out for a while. Pietruszewski confirmed that the 1190 AX is in the company’s plans, but with no certainty as to when it will be delivered; sadly they say it’s not going to be in 2015. But one never knows wit EBR

He confirmed that the AX will be a bike built on the same platform as the other 1190’s, thinking about the upcoming bike, there is one particular thing which puts an even bigger grin on EBR fans faces, and this is the perspective of a 185 horsepower engine in a sport-adventure machine.

This is still in the supposition territory, but there is one thing which might support this. Most manufacturers who produce naked versions of their sport bikes detune the engines a bit. This did not happen at EBR. The SX has the same grit the RX is so proud of, and we might simply get to see the AX with the same engine and transmission.

Does a 185 hp sport-adventure sound like a crazy idea? It might, but again, it looks like this is the new trend in the business. Nobody at EBR said these machines would be a beginner’s motor cycle.

Now, EBR will have one more advantage until the 1190 AX rolls out that is being able to analyze what works and what doesn’t seem to work in this new class. Observing how the others’ bikes perform will give EBR extra knowledge on how to build a successful sport-adventure machine.

For more information contact Cayenne on 011 244 1900 or visit their web site www.cayenne.co.za

The German motor oil specialist LIQUI MOLY will become the official oil supplier for the Moto2 and Moto3 World Championships. All of the teams will be using the new motor oil during the preparations for the 2015 season. "This is a great distinction for us, that the racing series has selected us as their exclusive oil supplier", stated Peter Baumann, Marketing Manager at LIQUI MOLY Germany.

"I believe that the fact that we produce exclusively in Germany to maintain our uniformly high quality standard, was also a major contributing factor in this decision", continued Baumann. The company also uses the racing series as a test laboratory for its own oil development. The motor oil couldn't possibly be subjected to any more stress than there is in Moto GP’s extreme rotational speeds, extreme temperatures and huge load changes in world championship racing.

The feedback from the riders and mechanics provides valuable information on how to get even more performance out of the oil. "We work together with the teams to further improve our formulation. “Not only do the pros and teams of Moto2 and Moto3 profit from this, but rather every motorcyclist. Because, when oil proves itself on the race track, it also delivers the highest performance on the road.” said Peter Baumann, “We want to make this uncompromising performance available to every motorcyclist."

About LIQUI MOLY
LIQUI MOLY GmbH from Ulm in South Germany offers a wide range of high-quality products such as motor oils, additives, vehicle care products and service products. The range includes some 4000 items. LIQUI MOLY develops and tests their products in their own laboratories, manufactures exclusively in Germany and markets all of their products themselves. LIQUI MOLY was founded some 50 years ago and is now one of the leading companies in the industry. The products are sold in Germany and in 110 other countries.

For more information call Liqui Moly on 011 026 5515 or visit their web site www.liqui-moly.co.za 

Aubervilliers, 25 November 2014. Dorna Sports and Motul are delighted to announce that premium oil and lubricant specialist Motul will be the title sponsor for the Grand Prix of Japan and the TT Assen for the next three years. Both agreements are to run from 2015 to 2017 inclusive.

The 2014 Grand Prix of Japan was also supported by Motul and the title sponsorship of the event at the legendary Twin Ring Motegi will now continue over the next three seasons.

Meanwhile the well-known brand will also be the title sponsor of the Motul TT Assen for the coming three years, forming a link with one of the most anticipated rounds on the FIM MotoGP™ World Championship calendar.
The 2015 Motul TT Assen and Motul Grand prix of Japan will respectively be the eighth and 15th rounds of next year’s FIM MotoGP™ World Championship.

Pau Serracanta, Managing Director Commercial Area at Dorna Sports said, “We are very pleased to confirm Motul as title sponsor to the Dutch and Japanese rounds of the FIM MotoGP World Championship for 2015 to 2017. Twin Ring Motegi is a crucial home event for several of our major manufacturers and the racing at the TT Assen is always a special occasion, with a unique history and atmosphere. As Motul is a brand which prides itself on offering first class service and products to their partners and clients, the company fits perfectly into the MotoGP sponsorship arena.”

Hervé Amelot, President of Motul’s Managing Board said, “Our long association with the MotoGP championship and its competitors reflects our strong and continuous commitment to the sport and its fans. Our title sponsorship of the 2014 Motul Grand Prix of Japan is yet another testimony of our keen support of motorcycling – both the sport and beyond. We are therefore delighted to renew our partnership for the on-going future. “The addition of the TT Assen round, for which we become title sponsor, is the fruit of Motul’s legitimacy with such legendary events. Run for the first time way back in 1925, the TT Assen is the perfect venue for us to underline our standing as motorcycling’s European leader in our field of lubricant sales and technology.”

The 2015 Motul TT Assen takes place from 25-27 June next year, with the 2015 Motul Grand Prix of Japan to be held from 9-11 October.

ABOUT MOTUL

Motul is a world-class French company specialised in the formulation, production and distribution of high-tech engine lubricants (two-wheelers, cars and other vehicles) as well as lubricants for industry via its MotulTech activity.
Motul is also recognised as the specialist in synthetic lubricants. As early as 1971, Motul was the first lubricant manufacturer to pioneer the formulation of a 100% synthetic lubricant for automotive engines, the 300V lubricant, making use of Esters technology and issued from the aeronautical industry.

Throughout the years, Motul has gained experience as an official supplier to many racing teams and manufacturers and contributes with them to further technological development in motorsports.

Motul is supporting those teams in international competitions such as: 24 Hours of Le Mans (cars and motorcycles), FIA World Endurance Championship, Super GT, Drift, Pikes Peak, Japanese championship Super Formula, Blancpain Endurance Series, MotoGP, World Superbike, World MX, FIM Endurance World Championship, Dakar, IOM TT, Motul FIM Ice Speedway Gladiators World Championship and score of others.

Cayenne World announced today that they have been awarded 3 new blue chip brands from Italy’s Piaggio group, Aprillia, Moto Guzzi and Derbi we be added to their portfolio from January 2015. It has been the talk of the town over the last few months on who would get these brands in South Africa, previously owned by KMSA who were recently dropped by the Piaggio group.  When this all happened a few months back, most people in the know knew exactly who would be awarded the agency the general story from the motorcycle fraternity was it will go to Cayenne World.

“This made good sense for these brands to go to Cayenne as there are not many operations in South Africa that can really make magic for any brand, said Roger Mc Cleery. “One just needs to look at their track record and huge success’s with all their exotic brands they hold and how they have turned them around in this country, their outstanding sales plus their exclusive financial deals that have been unheard of in the industry before.” “The Cayenne Group has been known and recognized over the years for its pioneering of innovative and outstanding motorcycle finance packages.”

“Cayenne has also been the recipient of a number of awards for outstanding achievements. These include the Wesbank Awards for the best performing Leisure Dealer in South Africa, which they received seven years running, 2007 – 2013, winning the overall platinum award for the automotive industry again this year and for the 3rd time in a row, this is really no mean achievement.” said McCleery

Cayenne World will have the full popular model range of all these brands and some new models that have never made it to South Africa in the past; they will officially start trading on the 1^st of January 2015

“We are extremely excited about these new brands for the group and will run our normal strategy and mission with all 3 brands as we do with all our brands making motorcycle ownership more affordable to all,” said Craig Langton co-owner and sales director of Cayenne World.

“Our brand new FlexiFin package will automatically be included in the deal for these brands, we have also already extended the workshop and are looking at other new options, our technical team are no strangers to Italian superbikes as we already have the MV Agusta and Bimota brands in our stable, plus we have the famous TEXA agency whose equipment is solely used in our workshop,” said Langton

For more information about Aprillia, Moto Guzzi and Derbi call Cayenne on 011 244 1900

These are the first official images of the new BMW S1000XR, which combines the 160bhp from the S1000R but wraps it in an adventure bike layout to take on the likes of the Ducati Multistrada 1200 and Kawasaki Versys 1000.

BMW have confirmed that the new XR will be fitted with ABS and traction control as standard, but bizarrely owners will have to cough up extra money on top of the basic price if they want to use all of the electronic rider aids the bike is capable of delivering, by buying the optional ‘Pro’ riding modes. In standard trim, the XR has Rain and Road riding modes and a standard version of the firm’s Automatic Stability Control (ASC).

Road riding mode includes anti-wheelie and a direct throttle response while Rain is aimed at lower grip road conditions and has a softer throttle response along with the anti-wheelie control, too. Opt for the Pro settings and owners will be able to unlock the extra Dynamic and Dynamic Pro riding modes, along with ABS Pro – which works while the bike is braking and leant over in corners. The package will also add Dynamic Traction Control, which includes a lean angle sensor to detect and manage wheelspin while accelerating out of corners.

The engine is taken almost unchanged from the S1000R roadster, which was launched at the start of this year, which is an RR motor detuned to 160bhp from the 195bhp in the fully-faired superbike, and delivers a healthy 83lbft of peak torque. An optional Quickshifter Pro is also available on the XR, which will enable the rider to shift up and down the gearbox without using the clutch. The retuning of the RR motor was in the pursuit of nicer road manners, increased torque and this has been brought about thanks to redesigned cylinderhead porting, reduced valve lift and a reduction in maximum revs by 2000rpm.

New chassis and swingarm
Despite appearing very similar to the naked S1000R, the new XR model actually gets an all-new bespoke chassis and swingarm which have been designed to give a handling characteristic more suited to this type of crossover adventure-sports bike. 

The twin-spar aluminium perimeter frame is built from four sections to include the steering head, engine and swingarm mounts plus the two side sections. The subframe has been made stronger than those of S1000R and RR, so it can carry both luggage and a pillion more easily.

The steering head angle is less aggressive than that of the S1000RR and the trail is longer which, combined with the 65mm longer double-sided swingarm, has increased the overall wheelbase to 1548mm which is 109mm longer than the S1000RR as this bike chases calm road manners rather than track orientated sharp handling.

Styling
The links to the other models in the S1000 range in terms of styling are clear to see; the asymmetrical front lights aren’t immediately obvious but they are there inside the symmetrical shape of the housing to keep the same style as the other bikes in the range.

The side panels have hints of the superbike to the gills on the right side and the cutaway on the left side of the bike too. At the front is a beak, which almost certainly works to reduce front end lift at high speeds which can otherwise cause instability in these high-powered adventure bikes, and is shared with the 2015 RR. A separate low-mounted mudguard keeps road spray off the bike and a standard fit steering damper helps keep it all under control.

Practicality
BMW are promising the S1000XR is going to be a bike for all occasions, but despite the long-travel suspension and adventure styling of the model, it’s clear this bike has no pretensions of off-road ability, and is fitted with 17 inch wheels front and rear. If you want a true adventure bike, we’ve heard the firm’s R1200GS is pretty handy.

The XR does have up to 30mm more ground clearance than its S1000 siblings, and the riding position, handlebars and seat-to-pegs relationship is all about rider and pillion comfort rather than lap times. It has also been designed from the outset to accomodate hard-mounted luggage, including a topbox, panniers and a tankbag. The windscreen is height adjustable, too.

Dashboard
The LCD dash promises a mix of sporty and practical touches and has a lot of potential information on display including revs, speed, gear position, riding mode selected, mileage, two trip meters, fuel level, range, average consumption and speed, a lap timer, shift light (with adjustable brightness) and a clock. The cockpit also gets a 12v socket for charging accessories.

What happens when you have a Russian carpenter that has plenty of time on his hands due to a shortage of work? Well its seems that you end up with a wooden motorbike if that carpenter is Yuri Hvtisishvili.

Yuri Hvtisishvili wanted to do something to occupy himself when he ran short of work during a slow period. Along with having a passion for carpentry, he also has a love of Soviet motorbikes and so he gave himself the challenge of carving a full scale model of such a motorbike.

He chose the IL-49 due to its very distinctive seating and the gas tank and hand carved every part of the motorcycle himself, including all the small bolts and other intricate details. In short he made every single inch and part of the bike from scratch using beech and pine wood.

The project took the master carpenter four months to complete from start to finish and there is very little doubt that he is very skilled in his work. You can see in the pictures that he has carved everything from the spokes on the wheel to the tread on the tires, with the tank having a panel that opens on the top and a speedometer with needle.

Honda calls this a "prototype," but it really is their RC213V MotoGP racer with a license plate and a headlight. That's insane, and it's ready for production. 

Lucikly, that's all you really need to know, because this really is just an RC213V with road legal bits. Our Honda insider tells us that the bike is equipped with a 1,000cc V4 complete with the same bore and stroke as the racer — 81x48.5mm.

As a sign of how serious this motorcycle is, those remote-reservoir forks are SBK-level Ohlins FGR items. How fancy are they? Well if you tried to buy them yourself, they'd cost you $13,000. Yes, that comma is in the right place.

One of the most interesting features are the small headlights mounted inside the RC213V's distinctive "mouth" air intake. Apparently, these pop out for track use.

Expect to see full specs and an eye watering price announced soon. 

The new Honda CBR 300 R is a huge step up the Super Sport ladder for Honda there is heaps more power and torque, improved throttle response, all the new features following in line with its larger brother the CBR 1000 RR.

“It’s a true sporting lightweight that offers much of the excitement of a bigger machine and more with access to every last scrap of performance for maximum enjoyment. For the less experienced rider, it offers a great platform from which to hone riding skills and is much more affordable in every respect.” said Craig Langton co-owner and sales director of Cayenne Honda.

“To celebrate this new model we have an opening launch price of R 56 900 plus a free helmet to the first 10 customers”

Launched in 2011, the CBR250R has provided the perfect entry point into Honda’s CBR range. Its compact size, single-cylinder engine, and CBR family look, underscored by typically strong Honda build quality, have earned it a key position in Honda’s Super Sport line-up.

For 2014 though, Honda’s engineers returned to the drawing board, the result the all new Honda CBR300R.

The CBR300R was conceived with two major objectives, to provide the rider access to more power and torque as well as a much stronger CBR identity. The liquid-cooled engine is now 286 cc, which is achieved through a longer stroke. Increased capacity is only one part of the equation and the CBR300R has received a series of upgrades to take full advantage of this increased power and torque. Work centred on the engine’s throttle response and power delivery, while a new CBR500R-style exhaust on the 300 provides both an aesthetic and functional upgrade.

CBR1000RR served as the design inspiration for the CBR300R’s new look. Dual headlights closely mimic the bigger bike and aggressive styling for the fairing, fuel tank and seat are unmistakably CBR. Attention to detail remained important and the under cowl was also colour-matched to add a premium feel.

Compared to larger capacity twin-cylinder machines, the CBR300R is a more compact, lighter and more manageable package for both new and experienced riders, with significantly lower purchase and running costs complementing its flexible and accessible performance.

The CBR300R’s DOHC 4-valve engine retains its 76 mm bore, but stroke is increased 8 mm to 63 mm to create the larger 286cc capacity. Compression ratio remains 10.7:1 and peak power of 22.7kW arrives at 8,500rpm with peak torque of 27Nm at 7,250rpm. This is a significant increase over the CBR250R’s output readings of 19.4kW @ 8,500rpm and 23.8Nm @ 7,000rpm.

Countering extra vibration resulting from the longer stroke, the balancer shaft is heavier and the engine’s frame mounts are stronger. The PGM-FI fuel injection with its 38 mm throttle bore has been remapped to focus on crisp throttle response through the rev range. A new CBR500R-inspired muffler design with larger internal volume adds big bike style and a pleasing exhaust note.

The CBR300R’s single-cylinder power plant offers many benefits for any rider because the number of moving parts is kept to an absolute minimum. The engine is more fuel efficient, and small details like the low-friction piston rings and iridium spark plug help reduce running costs.

Acceleration is greatly improved thanks to the larger capacity, and the six-speed gearbox’s final drive ratio has been lengthened for more efficient highway speed cruising, it can cover over 390 km on one fill-up of the 13-litre fuel tank.

The mechanical simplicity of the engine also reduces servicing costs, which is another essential element in creating a problem-free ownership experience. The compact size also helps create a bike that is lighter and more manageable than a multi-cylinder, and allows it be positioned perfectly within the chassis for ideal front/rear weight distribution.

For the 2014 CBR300R, styling cues are taken directly from the Super Sport range-topping CBR1000RR with an angular silhouette and aggressive full fairing, colour-matched under cowl, dual headlights and steeply raked rear seat unit.

The riding position has been subtly altered – while seat height remains 785 mm, ground reach has been improved with a narrower, re-shaped seat. For a sleeker look both mirrors sit on shorter arms.

A steel diamond twin-spar frame provides the backbone of the CBR300R’s chassis and features a rigidity balance carefully tuned to provide both a sporty dynamic in corners and stability at speed. Rake is set at 25°05? with trail of 98 mm and wheelbase of 1,380 mm; kerb weight is a class-leading 164 kg.

The 37 mm telescopic forks and Pro-Link rear mono shock provide well-damped, reactive suspension that transmits plenty of feel to the rider. Cast aluminium wheels with a superb selection of rubber provide a good combination of grip and agility.

Stopping power for the 2014 CBR 300 R is provided by, 296 mm disc/two piston caliper on the front and 220 mm disc/single-piston caliper on the rear.

For more information on the new CBR 300 R call Cayenne on 011 244 1900 

Arriving soon in South Africa is the new breath taking MV Agusta Stradale 800 with its new approved race bred braking, awesome acceleration and lots more. Different situations that used to require different motorcycles, but not anymore, the MV Agusta 800 Stradale has re written the rules. As MV Agusta say it's the right motorcycle every time, whatever the road and conditions.

The new Stradale 800 combines the MV Agusta experience on various types of models to offer an original approach to riding, the ALS steel trellis frame is completed, in the single-sided swingarm

pivot area, with lightweight aluminium alloy plates. To ensure the Stradale 800 keeps going no matter what the obstacle is ahead, great attention has gone into the design of the suspension: the upside-down Marzocchi forks, adjustable in compression, rebound and spring pre-load which guarantees 150 mm of travel, the single-sided swingarm, connected to the fully adjustable monoshock, provides 150 mm of travel on the rear.

The chassis has been developed specifically for the Stradale 800, the 1460 mm wheelbase has been extended by 30 mm; consequently, the single-sided swingarm is also longer, improving the overall traction.

The riding position is completely new, with the new 870 mm high seat, making the bike easier to handle and improves the rider's stance on the vehicle to provide enhanced control and comfort.

The front end has been equipped with a protective Plexiglas screen featuring an on-the-go one-handed adjustment that merges perfectly with the unique Stradale 800 style. The fuel tank is now larger increased to 16 litres plus 4 litres of reserve.

Completing the package is the outstanding thermodynamic engine performance, ensuring plenty of kilometres between refuelling stops. The hydraulic clutch makes gear shifts fluid and even, for completely carefree riding.

The standard equipment includes two side panniers, perfectly in keeping with the Stradale 800 style, they also feature built-in turn indicators. This solution, which required specific type approval, gives an immediate advantage from behind; the entire width of the bike is clearly visible, as it is from the front and both sides, where the turn indicators on the hand guards serve the same purpose.

 The 798 cc three cylinder in-line engine was specially developed for this model the maximum power and torque ratings are, 115 hp at 11,000 rpm and 78.5 Nm at 9,000 rpm respectively, the power unit that combines elasticity with outstanding acceleration and exclusive solutions are abound, such as the counter-rotating crankshaft, which reduces inertia during directional changes and makes for a more agile, gratifying ride, the bike also has an integrated cooling and oil circuit to keep it compact, lightweight and appealing.

Electronic MVICS (Motor & Vehicle Integrated Control System) control is comprehensive: from the Ride by Wire accelerator to the Mikuni throttle bodies, from knock control to the availability of 4 new engine maps. These features offer specific logic and dedicated power-torque curves, the Sport map provides 115 hp, maximising performance and generating the classic buzz typical of any true MV Agusta. The Normal map offers 90 hp of power and a smoother throttle response, ideal for short range touring and commuting. Rain means safety first and foremost: The Stradale 800 puts the torque and power down on the tarmac as progressively as possible. The ABS has a Bosch 9 Plus unit equipped with RLM (Rear wheel Lift-up Mitigation): this technology prevents the rear wheel from lifting off the ground, effectively preventing one of the most dangerous riding situations.

Arrival of the Stradale 800’s is towards the end on the year and the price will be announced later

For more information call Cayenne on 011 244 1900