King maximum

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Herbert Kainzinger's V-Max motorcycle features a 1,680-cc engine with a quartet of downdraft 41-mm Keihin flat-side carburetors. Kainzinger claims that the superbike can provide 240 rear-wheel horsepower. The bike also features carbon-fiber bodywork, titanium fasteners and chain-drive conversion.

Author: Anderson, Steve
Kainzinger, Herbert

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New tech for the next millenium

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Motorcycles may be improved by incorporating active control of suspension dampers and engine braking. The clutch lever may also be eliminated and a hand lever may also be installed to control rear brake operation. The aerodynamics of motorcycles may also be enhanced to increase top speeds.

Author: Anderson, Steve
Usage, Motorcycles, Electronic control, Electric control equipment

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On-target Twin: Voxan's stunning Cafe Racer has it all: character, performamce, style. So, when's it coming to America?

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France-based Voxan has developed a state-of-the-art sport motorcycle called the Cafe Racer that will be available in Europe by year 2000. Cafe Racer, priced at $12,500 and designed by renowned chassis constructor Alain Chevallier, is not yet on being launched in the US market.

Author: Sebileau, Bertrand
Motorcycle industry, voxan

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Subjects list: Innovations, Product introduction, Motorcycles, Racing, Motorcycle racing
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