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Ford GT40

Car racing is the ultimate display of engin

eering and driving dynamics. It is a test of man and

machine on the aspects of speed, acceleration, aerodynamics and enduran

ce skills. The earliest racing cars were built with what we now know as simplest of the technologies, but which were revolutionary then. As the engineers a

nd designers learned from mistakes, cars got racier and leaner. Some g

reat racing cars owe their existence to some innovation.

When Ford lost its bid to buyout Ferrari at the last moment in early 60’s, it vowed to set a greater example than the Italian sports car company. Ford set out to make its own sports car. The company came up with the stunning Ford GT40. Ford and Ferrari fought hard to win events since it was launched in 1966. The GT40 won Le Mans in 1966

as well 67, 68 and 1969. The Ford GT40 endurance racer was the first car to exceed 200 mph speed. They defeated Ferrari’s at several events. By winning Le Mans and several other racing events, Ford demonstrated that the traditional V8 engine typical to American cars was sufficient to compete in world racing events.

Matra Simca MS670

When Le Mans that was essen

tially, a French event was dominated by other European, a lone French sports car company

announced its desire to win the 1969 Formula one and Le Mans, ahead of the race. As FIA had changed rules to allow every sports car to receive only 3 litre prototype engine, Matra’s option were limited. Matra fitted the Simca with V12 engine wit

h 60 degree block angle, twin overhead camshafts and four valves per cylinders

which demonstrated high level of build standards. The car however faced a disappointing run in 1969. The company refined it to give it more boost. The new car for 1970 was called the

MS670 which sported a barchetta body and a rear wing. This car won convincingly at the Le Mans in 1970. It grabbed the imagination of sports car enthusiasts and was named one of the greatest win.

Jaguar XJR-12

Jaguar has had a long history of racing. It won the Le Mans for 7 consecutive times with the last one being in 1990. It was also the last British car to

win the Le Mans. The XJR-12 was installed with the same aspirated V12 engine that was fitted in XJR-9. The FIA rules were relaxed and the sports were allowed to have engine with any capacity and any number of cylinders but had to weigh a minimum weight of

1000 kgs, The XJR-12 embodied smart looks and performance. The team of four Jaguars raced at the 1990 event. They were ahead of the Porsches and Nissans. At the finishing line two Jaguars grabbed the second the third position at the racing. It demonstrated that enduranc

e of the sports car in toughest conditions like the Le Mans which is a 24 hours event.

Ferrari 250

This Ferrari Grand Touring car was the most beautiful car ever driven on racing circuits. The GTO was designed in such a manner that it had

gained the perfect balance and aerodynamic abilities. It was called the ballet dancer of motor racing, by racing enthusiasts. In its very first race, the 250 GT won the Mille Miglia event in 1952 and also gave its best performance at the Le Mans. The GTO was termed as the the top dog in racing. It went to win many races till 1964, untill it was relegated to behind lines by the Daytona Coupe.

Porsche 956

The 956 is a remarkable Porsche sports cars holding some phenomenal record in motorsports. It was created after the FIA brought in new rules in 1982, allowing participants a limited amount of fuel per car per race. The 956 was given a turbocharged aluminum flat six engine and a new aluminum monocoque construction, which was new development in racing cars then. It gained superb aerodynamics which gave it its seductive looks. Due to the technology 956 generated over three times more downforce than Porsche 917. There was a remarkable change was in the fuel economy too as it got a 2.7 litre engine producing 620 bhp power. The 956 enjoyed four consecutive victories at the Le Mans 24 from 1982 to 1986.

Racing Bikes And The Future Of Racing

Road bikes or racing bikes are designed to go as fast as possible while making sure of the rider's safety. They are mostly featured as skeletons of bicycles, but there is a reason why it looks so bare. This is because everything is toned down in order to save weight and improve aerodynamics, which is crucial if you want to go as fast as you can. These two factors will help give more speed. There are many gears for the racing bikes, but they are clustered together so that the biker can choose immediately which gear to use for the occasion. Its riding position is hunched over to offer less wind resistance. Some will favor drop handlebars, which will cost the rider to hunch over more. The tires are very thin and very high pressured, and one mistake on a hole can puncture it.

Types of Racing Bikes

There are several types of racing bikes. The most common is the standard racing bike, which is perfect for road riding. The riding position is hunched over, but still high enough which enables the rider to see where he is going. It is also very fast.

Another would be the time trial bike, which is designed to go as fast as possible around a circuit or an oval on a closed-off road. The riders are very much hunched over. Some would prefer the use of extensions on the handlebars for added comfort, to get a better grip on the handles and to get their hands forward. Others would still attach smaller front wheels to modify the riding position to something even lower than the usual.

Another would be the track racing bike, which is raced indoors on oval circuits. There is a single fixed gear with no brakes. A rider can only stop by slowing down the way he pedals, and the gear makes it impossible to suddenly stop pedaling. This racing bike is stripped down to the absolute minimum with no extras to make it lighter and faster.

Remarks for the Racing Bikes

On the plus side, racing bikes are very fast. The slick tires offer very little drag on the road, and the aerodynamic position keeps the wind drag to a minimum. On the other hand, because the bicycle is very skinny, it is often called as uncomfortable by other riders. The tires do not absorb much of the vibration when it comes to rough surfaces, and the hunched-over position can be very painful to the neck, back, and wrists.

Whatever your speed thrill though, the racing bike will probably outstrip it. Racing bikes are fast, light, and very versatile. They can pass through very narrow places and leave that police car in the dust. If ever things get sticky, racing bike rider will just pull his throttle downward, and the next you will see is the dust in your eyes.

Buying Racing Bikes

If you are interested in buying a racing bike, you can look for websites offering such in the Internet. You can also look at newspaper ads and bicycle magazines. They feature racing bikes for sale that there will so many for you to choose from. You have to remember though that if you are going to buy it online, you should check first if the website is legitimate so as not to waste money.

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Yamaha R15 150cc Vs. Bajaj Pulsar 220cc - Comparison

While reviewing these two bikes, its quite evident that the Yamaha R15 and the Bajaj Pulsar 220 were designed for two totally different riders. The Yamaha R15 would feel like heaven in the hands of the bloke who’s idea of fun is all about pushing it to the limit on the twisties and setting the quickest lap timings. Ride it at low revs through crawling city traffic and you will be disappointed. On the other hand, the Bajaj Pulsar 220 would make a good everyday commuting machine and a quick, competent tourer for the weekends.

My pick? Well. I see more of myself in the latter description, so I am going to go with the Bajaj Pulsar 220. However, if you look at the ratings, the Yamaha R15 is on top more times than the Bajaj. It also seems to be much better built and should hold together longer than the Pulsar, before the panels and other things start working loose. Which means that overall, test-wise, the R15 should be our winner. However, there is a proviso to this. If you aren’t going to ride fast, enjoy the R15's stellar handling and all, if you’re just going to plod to office everyday, you might just find the Yamaha just a bif too committed.

Then again, the Yamaha YZF-R15 is Rs 18,600-odd more expensive than the Pulsar 220. To riders like me, to whom speed and handling are paramount, the Pulsar isn’t even going to be on their minds after they have tested the R15. If that’s who you are, the varying prices shouldn’t really make a difference in your decision. Yamaha R15 is for you then!

Kawasaki Ninja 650R - Middleweight Bike, Heavyweight Fun

These days you can buy a bike for just about any purpose: off roading, racing, street racing, off roading AND street racing, touring, commuting, and anything else you can think of.  Unlike years past, where manufacturers had relatively limited lineups, anyone can buy any bike to do anything they'd like.  And that, ladies and gentlemen, is why we have the glorious Kawasaki Ninja 650R as an option for motorcycle enthusiasts today.

It carries a potent 650cc engine that produces roughly 75 horsepower and 45ft-lbs of torque.  Yes, that's roughly 50 horsepower less than today's 600cc super-Sport Bikes (such as the Kawasaki Ninja ZX6R or Yamaha R6), but that's exactly how Kawasaki, and the riders who adore this kind of motorcycle, want.  Unlike the super-sports, the Kawasaki Ninja 650R's 650cc power plant is a v-twin (like the Suzuki SV650R), and v-twins love one thing above all else: torque.

You will not need to rev the Kawasaki Ninja 650R to 14,000 rpm to make power, nor will you find a twitchy and barely controllable power curve either.  What you will find is a powerful and fast machine that loves to put down all of its power before 9,000 rpm, adores corners, and will take nearly every situation you throw at it will grace and civility.  That is, until you mash the throttle, lean hard into corners, and ride this bike as hard as each cc will allow.

And, after that, you'll be left with a feeling of euphoria.  It's the sensation that fans of the middleweight motorcycle are all too familiar with and it's something that every motorcycle rider, be they a cruiser fan or a crotch rocket fan, lusts after.  Pure, utter euphoria- made possible by a wonderfully balanced motorcycle that caters to its riders tastes perfectly.  Its suspension is stiff during hard riding, yet amazing compliant during cruising, and the engine can be a dormant house cat or a hell-bent tiger out for blood.  How you ride it, and how you command it to be, is how the bike will please you.

Middleweight riders adore bikes like the Kawasaki Ninja 650R simply because it is so balanced: not too much engine, just enough suspension, and surprising economy to even it up.  Quarter mile times in the mid-high 11 second range are the norm, and sub-four second 0-60 times are common.  There aren't many sports cars that can match those times, and you can bet that the sports cars that can sure can't do it while averaging 45mpg and costing less than $9,000 brand new.

Yet the Ninja 650R, with it's sexy bodywork and comfortable riding position, can do all of those things.  The riders of this bike, the lucky few who truly cherish it for what it is, know a joy that some people will spend their whole lives trying to attain.