The Sexiest Ferrari on Two Wheels

There’s no arguing that this bike is a looker, you might even be surprised to find out that it’s not real. That’s right folks, it’s been created using 3D Studio Max by Amir Glinik over in Isreal. Hard to tell, I know, but Automotive designers use graphic tools like this all the time to help test out ideas and visualize the concept before it’s built. This was a 2-year long project for Amir and I must say, it was worth all the effort.

The Ferrari V4 Concept Bike was centered around the idea of taking a Ferrari V12 engine and slicing it down into a 4-cylinder. From there Amir designed the air intake, exhaust, forks, suspension, steering, body panel and user controls, all intricately detailed. To quote from Amir’s site:

“This maybe the most radical idea on this project, it may take a year to be fully developed, but basically it’s a two arms radial mechanism that can be found even on executive scooters. Here the swing arm movements controlled by a radial shock [are] pre loaded by [a] composite material omega spring. The radial hydraulic shock damper [is] controlled by oil pressure from the main hydraulic motor.”

Each part has a purpose, as though if Ferrari wanted to build this bike, the 3D file would be a complete blue print, a road map for its conception. It is simply amazing what Amir has produced. I’ll stop writing now so you can go drool over the gallery. Here’s a link if you want to know more about Amir’s Ferrari superbike.

Source: Motorbiker

Introducing the Vectrix All-Electric Super Bike

This is one mean looking machine! There’s not much info available yet, but the good word is that this bike won’t disappoint the speed freaks. On one charge there’s enough juice to do 20 flat-out laps at the 2.54 mile Vallelunga circuit in Italy, which is plenty to smile about.

This green super bike was given its futuristic design by Robert Brady, winner of the 2008 Idea Awards. His edgy, minimalist style perfectly complements this bike, which lacks the traditional fuel system, engine and exhaust. More info on this bike as it becomes available.

Source: TecheBlog

125HP Golf Cart Hits the Dyno

I’ve heard of Muscle Cars, but a Muscle Golf Cart?!? The guys over at Nevarez Racing Products in Nevada swapped out the 3HP golf cart motor for this 125HP motor from a Yamaha R1. Needless to say, they have a new wheelie-machine!

Gas Prices on the Up, Motorcycle Sales on the Up & Up

Everyone has been feeling the pinch from sky-high gas prices and many people want to do something about it.  Hybrid cars are a great option for some, but the overall cost of switching to a hybrid can be impossible to justify for some people.  I mean, not everyone can afford a new car and with a primary motivation of cutting down fuel consumption, it can be a hard jump to make.  That’s why many are now looking a motorcycles to reduce their monthly fuel expenses.  With most bikes get 45+ miles per gallon, why not?

Consumer reports did a study and with the recent hike in gas prices, what they “found is that 26 percent have considered this significant change [switching to a motorcycle], with 18 percent looking at a motorcycle and 14 percent drawn to a scooter.”  I must admit that I too have considered making the switch, but it’s a lot of work getting a license and a loan, but I’m also torn between what I would buy: a 600cc crotch rocket or a sweet road cruiser.  Since I’m a first time rider, I should probably go with the chopper.

Source: Consumer Reports

Photos: Yamaha.com