A Confederat company has dedicated a new bike is made of a lightweight aluminum frame that wraps around an obvious massive engine, yet manages to maintain a somewhat graceful silhouette. Confederate, known for ‘celebrating the art of rebellion,’ has not released any additional specs or price on its newest design – but we’re guessing you’re not going to see too many of these on the streets of your cities.

Confederate P120 Fighter Combat is luxury motorcycle manufacturing company Confederate is set up to unveil its latest machine at the Quail Motorsports Gathering in Carmel California this month. P120 Fighter Combat boasts 2 front suspension, solid chassis, carbon wheel discs. Inhibition is responsible for a radial front caliper Brembo, safely cutting into the brake disc from carbon fiber and ceramics. In the role of the driving forces were almost two-liter (OK, 1966-cc) V-twin, with a claimed output of 160 hp.

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Like the picture above, this is an electric motor based GPR 125 that has been built by Spanish moto manufacturer Derbi. This would be the first factory electric Derbi, but not the first electric GPR. Todd Kollin, of 2009 Open class TTXGP winner Electric Motorsport, has been converting GPR50’s to electric power for quite some time. We don’t yet know if Electric Motorsport is entering a bike in the US TTXGP rounds in 2010.

But after testing and observed the bike was then shown not-so-silently navigating the tight switchbacks of Parc Motor De Castelloli in Barcelona, Spain and doing it fairly quickly. The GPR EV was built by Derbi and uses a Sevcon Gen 4 AC motor controller and AC Perm motor which should produce some impressive results. Perhaps part of the 150 Million Euro loan taken out a year ago by parent company Piaggio to develop hybrid and electric transportation might have helped in this effort. There has been a credible mention that Piaggio will enter the TTXGP with a Derbi branded electric motorcycle.

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Griso 8V SE is a special edition model from Moto Guzzi's most inovatof and courageous. Described in the nonconformist styling of the Griso is given further emphasis by the sophisticated "Tenni" livery in a particular tone of matte green that contrasts elegantly with the numerous black painted metal elements such as the frame, the wheels, the steering plates and the handlebar.

Use the "Quattrovalvole" engine is the latest and most advanced evolution of the legendary transverse 90° V-twin. Since its debut, it has turned heads for its technological content and performance. This is in fact the most powerful production Moto Guzzi engine ever made, an achievement made possible by transplanting a new single overhead camshaft operating 4 valves for each cylinder, with an exhaust and intake valve inclination of 15.5° and 16.5° respectively.

Design characteristics of the Griso 8V SE :

"Tenni" graphics in matte green.

Black frame

New saddle with leather upholstery.

Racing Footrests

"Quattrovalvole" powertrain in all-black colour scheme.

Black instrument panel housing.

Engine details:

1200 V 90° "Quattrovalvole" twin.

Single overhead cam per head with hydraulically operated valves.

Single plate clutch.

Exhaust system with two-into-one coiled pipes.

Valves with 5 mm stems.

3 segment Asso forged pistons.

Conical valve springs.

Independent self-contained oil cooled heads.

Pistons cooled by oil jets.

Oil cooler pump with overpressure valve.

Coaxial oil lubrication pump with cooling pump.

Gear driven timing shaft and oil pump.

Silent "Morse" camshaft chains.

Hydraulic chain tensioners and rollers.

New 50 mm throttle body.

New Marelli IWP 189 injectors.

Noise reducing "floating" rocker covers.

"Reactive" shaft drive transmission.

6-speed gearbox.

Euro 3

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Suzuki has launched all-new GSX-R1000 K9 model, alongside the new Gladius 650 and Intruder 1500 models.

The 2009 Suzuki GSX-R1000 to develop a new engine the new GSX-R boasts a more over-square bore and stroke (74.5mm x 57.3mm), larger, titanium valves, a higher compression ratio (now 12.8:1 as opposed to the K8's 12.5:1), and 12 hole fuel injectors, to deliver a finer fuel mist for more complete combustion.

With a unique engine and chassis package, the aggressive aesthetics and rider controls top-off the flagship GSX-R. WIth the unique Suzuki Advanced Exhaust System, featuring low-slung MotoGP inspired titanium exhausts, a lighter, sculptured fuel tank, on-board lap timer and revised Suzuki Drive Mode Selector controls, the new bike offers the complete sports package.

Also unveiled in Paris was Suzuki's all-new Gladius 650. A new naked middleweight model featuring Suzuki's legendary 650cc V-Twin engine, the Gladius boasts unique styling in a user-friendly package.

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The 2010 KTM 450 SX is a trail that sport look, the 450 SX-F is built on a high-level chassis and a central double-cradle-type frame that sets it apart from others in its class. Getting this KTM dirt bike to the finishing line first is its single-cylinder, four-stroke, 449.3 cc engine, and setting you up for success right from the go is its ultra-light electric starter. Also new for the 2010 model is its five-speed gearbox and CNC-machined triple clamps,

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