Honda VFR 800 V (2005)

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The 2005 Honda VFR 800F V-Tec is a four-stroke motorcycle with a 781.7cc V-four cylinder engine, liquid cooling, and electronic fuel injection. It has a maximum power of 110 hp at 10500 rpm and a maximum torque of 82 Nm at 8500 rpm. The transmission is 6-speed with a chain final drive. The frame is made of aluminum, and the suspension includes a 41mm H.M.A.S. cartridge-type telescopic fork in the front and a pro-arm mono-arm system in the rear. The bike weighs 208kg dry and has a fuel capacity of 20.8 liters. It has a top speed of 235.1 km/h and can reach 100km/h in 3.5 seconds. The average fuel consumption is 15.9 km/lit. Front brakes consist of 2x 296mm discs with 3 piston calipers, while the rear brakes consist of a single 256mm disc with 3 piston caliper. It has a standing quarter-mile time of 11.1s and 193.0 km/h, and 0-100km/h and 0-60 km/h braking distances of 13.0 m and 37.9 m respectively. The bike measures 2120mm in length, 735mm in width, and 1195mm in height with a wheelbase of 1440mm and seat height of 805mm. The front wheel measures 3.5 x 17 in., with the rear wheel measuring 5.5 x 17 in. The rake is 25.5 degrees, with the trail at 100 mm/3.9 in.

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Make Model: Honda VFR 800F V-Tec

Year: 2005
Engine: Four stroke, 90 degreesV-four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder.
Capacity: 781.7 cc / 47.4 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 72 x 48 mm
Cooling System: Liquid cooled
Compression Ratio: 11.6 1
Lubrication: Wet sump
Engine Oil: Semi-Synthetic, 10W/40
Induction: PGM-FI electronic fuel injection
Ignition: PGM-FI electronic fuel injection
Spark Plug: NGK, CR9EH-9
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 110 hp / 81 kW @ 10500 rpm
Max Power Rear Tyre: 101.6 hp @ 9600 rpm
Max Torque: 82 Nm / 60.5 lb-ft @ 8500 rpm
Clutch: Wet, multiple discs, cable operated
Transmission: 6 Speed
Final Drive: #530 O-ring-sealed chain
Frame: Aluminium, twin spar
Front Suspension: 41mm H.M.A.S. cartridge-type telescopic fork with preload adjustable damper,
Front Wheel Travel: 100 mm / 4.2 in
Rear Suspension: Pro arm mono arm system incorporating stepless rebound-adjustable gas-charged H.M.A.S. damper with pro-link,
Rear Wheel Travel: 120 mm / 4.7 in
Front Brakes: 2x 296mm discs 3 piston calipers
Rear Brakes: Single 256mm disc 3 piston caliper
Front Wheel: 3.5 x 17 in.
Rear Wheel: 5.5 x 17 in.
Front Tyre: 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tyre: 180/55 ZR17
Rake: 25.5 degrees
Trail: 100 mm / 3.9 in
Dimensions: Length 2,120 mm / 83 in Width 735 mm / 28.9 in Height 1,195 mm / 47.0 in
Wheelbase: 1440 mm / 56.7 in
Seat Height: 805 mm / 31.7 in
Dry Weight: 208 kg / 458.6 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 20.8 Litres / 5.5 gal
Consumption Average: 15.9 km/lit
Braking 60 – 0 / 100 – 0: 13.0 m / 37.9 m
Standing 1/4 Mile: 11.1 sec / 193.0 km/h
Top Speed: 235.1 km/h
Consumption average: 18.0 km/lot
Standing 1/4 Mile: 11.4 sec
Top Speed: 239.8 km/h / 149 mph

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Maico Taifun (1953-58)

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The Maico Taifun was a powerful and iconic motorcycle produced by German company Maico from 1953 to 1958. It was powered by a 250cc, two-stroke engine producing up to 20 horsepower, allowing it to reach speeds of over 100 kilometers per hour. The Taifun was also equipped with features ahead of its time, such as a telescopic front fork, rear swingarm suspension, and hydraulic brakes.

The Taifun’s distinctive design was attributed to engineer Wilhelm Maisch, who incorporated aerodynamics into the bike’s frame and bodywork. Its streamlined appearance, with a teardrop fuel tank and enclosed engine, became a hallmark of the Maico brand. The Taifun was popular with riders and racers alike, winning several awards and races throughout its production run.

Despite its success, production ceased in 1958 due to financial struggles within the company. While the Taifun may have been short-lived, its influence can still be seen in modern motorcycle design, particularly in the sportbike category. The Maico Taifun remains a beloved classic among vintage motorcycle enthusiasts, and its rarity and unique features continue to make it a sought-after collector’s item today.

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