Tuesday, May 28, 2013

3er BMW

Combined solution - DRL and position light in lightguide technology (brand characteristic appearance)
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Monday, May 27, 2013

Freaky Accident With Audi A8 Cut In Half

Weve no idea how the hell this accident occurred but we certainly felt a chill traveling up our spine. Despite what you be thinking right now, the Russian guys at Autoplay support that the driver actually escaped unharmed. He better start believing in something, in anything…


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Saturday, May 25, 2013

Maruti Suzuki to Launch 3 New Sedans and Compact SUV

Maruti Suzuki is India largest car manufacturer.All through the years Maruti is more focused on small hatch backs.And they have got good volumes in all the hatch segment.Maruti has entered Luxury segment also but didn’t get any success at all.Currently Kizashi,Gran Vitara are the two most expensive models from Maruti.Now Maruti have announced that they will never compete in the Luxury segment neither Maruti or Suzuki.In India Small cars always outsells any other cars.So they will focus more on Small cars and other segments.

Maruti xa alpha concept suv

Now in India most of the customers upgrade from one class to another like the other international markets.Percentage of such customers have increased a lot.Now Maruti is developing 3 new sedan for India.Next generation SX4 is bigger and wider than the current one.So with is model Maruti will enter the entry level D segment.This model will compete against Toyota Corolla,Chevrolet Cruze and Renault Fluence.

The second sedan will be a new sedan which will be placed between SX4 and swift Dzire.This sedan will be based on the extended swift platform.Most of underpinnings will be shared between Swift.So Maruti can save lot of money in it.Then the third sedan will be compact sedan which is a Sub 4 meter car.This will be based on the A-star.Basically an A-star with some modifications attached with a boot on it.Like This will make the Maruti range a bigger one.

There is a small compact SUV coming from Maruti based on the XA-Alpha platform.Maruti is also working on a Cross over based on the next generation SX4.Maruti is also developing new compact Diesel engine for the entry level hatch backs.Also there will be more powerful Fiat sourced diesel engines will debut in Maruti Cars.New sedan will be unveiled at the 2014 Auto Expo and also later they will be Launched.

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Porche Carrera GT



The Porsche Carrera GT (Project Code 980) is a mid-engined sports car that was manufactured by Porsche between 2004–2007 in Leipzig, Germany. Sports Car International named the Carrera GT number one on its list of Top Sports Cars of the 2000s, and number eight on Top Sports Cars of All Time list. Porche also makes the 911.  It competed with the Ferrari Enzo, the Saleen S7 and the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. It will be succeeded by the 918.





History

The development of the Carrera GT can be traced back to the 911 GT1 and LMP1-98 racing cars. Due in part to the FIA and ACO rule changes in 1998, both designs had ended. Porsche at the time had planned on a new Le Mans prototype for 1999. The car was initially intended to use a turbocharged flat-6, but was later redesigned to use a new V10 engine, pushing the project back to planned completion in 2000. The V10 was a unit secretly built by Porsche for the Footwork Formula One team in 1992, but later shelved. The engine was resurrected for the Le Mans prototype and increased in size to 5.7 litres. The project was canceled after two days of testing for the first car, in mid-1999, mostly due to Porsches wish to build the Cayenne SUV with involvement from Volkswagen and Audi, thus requiring engineering expertise to be pulled from the motorsports division. It was also speculated that VW-Audi chairman Ferdinand Piëch wanted Audis new Le Mans Prototype, the Audi R8 not to face competition from Porsche in 2004.

Porsche did keep part of the project alive by using the 5.5 L V10 from the prototype in a concept car shown at the 2000 Geneva Motor Show, mainly in an attempt to draw attention to their display. Surprising interest in the vehicle and an influx of revenue provided from the Cayenne helped Porsche decide to produce the car, and development started on a road-legal version that would be produced in small numbers at Porsches new manufacturing facility in Leipzig. Porsche started a production run of Carrera GTs in 2004, shipping the units with an MSRP of $440,000 USD. The first Carrera GT went on sale in the US on January 31, 2004.
Originally a production run of 1,500 cars was planned. But Porsche announced in August, 2005 that it would not continue production of the Carrera GT through 2006, citing discontinuation was due to changing airbag regulations in the US. As of May 6, 2006, 1,270 GTs had been manufactured, with 604 being sold in the United States.

Design


5.7 litre V10 engine

Front
The Carrera GT is powered by a 5.7 litre V10 engine producing 612 PS (450 kW; 604 hp), whereas the original concept car featured a 5.5 litre version rated at 558 hp (416 kW). Porsche claims it will accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62.1 mph) in 3.9 seconds and has a maximum speed of 330 km/h (205 mph), although road tests indicated that in reality the car can accelerate from 0-60 mph (97 km/h) in 3.5 seconds and 0-100 mph (160 km/h) in 6.8 seconds. The Carrera GT has a basic five colour paint scheme which includes Guards Red, Fayence Yellow, Basalt Black, GT Silver and Seal Grey. Custom colours were also available from the factory. A traditional six-speed manual transmission is the only available transmission. Attached to this gearbox is a beechwood gearknob which pays homage to the wooden gearknob used in the Porsche 917 Le Mans racers. In its second year of production, a limited edition carbon fibre knob was also made available.

The Carrera GT has large side inlets and air dams that help cool the large V10 engine framed by the carbon fibre rear bonnet. Fitted with Porsches latest Carbon fibre-reinforced Silicon Carbide (C/SiC) ceramic composite brake system, the 15-inch (380 mm) SGL Carbon disc brakes make an impressive appearance underneath the 19 inch front and 20 inch rear wheels. Similar to other Porsche models, such as the 911, the GT includes an automated rear wing spoiler which deploys above 70 mph (110 km/h).

The interior is fitted with soft leather. Bose audio system and navigation systems are available as options. In typical Porsche fashion, the ignition is to the left of the steering wheel. This placement dates back to the early days of Le Mans racing when drivers were required to make a running start, hop into their cars, start them and begin the race. The placement of the ignition enabled the driver to start the car with his left hand and put it in gear with his right.

Technical specifications

  • Engine
    • Drivetrain layout: Mid-engine RWD
    • Engine Type: 68° V-10, alum block/heads
    • Valve Gear: DOHC, 4 valves/cyl, variable valve timing on intake camshafts, sodium-cooled exhaust valves
    • Bore x stroke: 3.86 in (98.04 mm) x 2.99 in (75.95 mm), Nikasil coated bores, forged titanium connecting rods, forged pistons
    • Displacement, ci/cc: 349.8/5733
    • Compression ratio: 12.0:1
    • Max SAE net horsepower: 612 hp (456 kW) at 8,000 rpm
    • Max SAE net torque,: 435 lb·ft (590 N·m) at 5,750 rpm
    • Specific output, hp/liter: 105.5
    • Weight to power, lb/hp: 5.4
    • Transmission: 6-speed manual, two plate ceramic dry clutch (PCCC-Porsche Ceramic Composite Clutch)
    • Redline: 8,400 rpm
  • Body
    • Cargo volume: 2.7 cu ft (76 L)
    • Ground clearance: 3.4 in (86 mm)
  • Fuel consumption for 2004 model
    • EPA Rated city, highway in mpg: 9 mpg-US (26 L/100 km; 11 mpg-imp)/15 mpg-US (16 L/100 km; 18 mpg-imp)
    • Range: 241 miles (388 km)
    • Tank in gal: 24.3 US gal (92 L; 20 imp gal)

Performance

  • Drag Coefficient: 0.39
  • 0-60 mph (97 km/h) : 3.6 seconds
  • 0-100 mph (160 km/h) : 7.3 seconds
  • 1/4 mile: 11.1 seconds @ 133.4 mph (214.7 km/h)
  • Top speed: 201.5 mph (324.3 km/h)
  • elasticity 80–120 km/h 4,0 seconds (in fifth gear) (official data)
  • Braking 100 mph (160 km/h) to 0: 277 feet (84 m)
  • Braking 60 mph (97 km/h) to 0: 101 feet (31 m)
  • 200 ft (61 m) skidpad, ave g: 0.99

Technology


The Porsche Carrera GTs carbon-ceramic (silicon carbide) disc brake
Notable technology includes a pure carbon fiber monocoque and subframe, dry sump lubrication and inboard suspension. The carbon fiber monocoque and subframe were produced and assembled by ATR Composites Group of Italy. The spoiler of the Carrera GT extends into the air when the car reaches about 70 miles (110 km) an hour and evens out the air flow, which causes less drag. The Carrera GT radiator is about five times the size of a 911 Turbos. Front and rear suspension consist of pushrod activated shock absorbers and dampers with front and rear anti-roll bars.
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Matt Kenseth Wins The Crash Festival In Kansas

Matt Kenseth won his third victory at the Kansas Speedway. 14 caution periods made for a chaotic race progress on the newly paved oval.

Matt Kenseth wins the 32nd The season at Kansas
Matt Kenseth wins the 32nd The season at Kansas
Matt Kenseth won the turbulent 32nd Running the Sprint Cup Series at the Kansas Speedway. The race was a crash festival with a total of 14 yellow flags in 267 laps. This 14 race interruptions meant a new record for the newly paved track and for the current season. For Kenseth, it was the first win in Kansas, and the third win of the year.

Jimmie Johnson was lucky

The chaos began with the sixth caution period on lap 122, which was triggered by Jimmie Johnson after a spin and wall contact. Then there were six other race interruptions within 46 laps. It is at this time only 13 laps were completed under green flag. Except Johnson did complain, among other Danica Patrick, Tony Stewart, Marcos Ambrose, Trevor Bayne, Greg Biffle, Kyle Busch and Ryan Newman to cold working after accidents.

The Johnsons were many interruptions lucky and his team could go in this period felt 30 times in the pits to repair his Chevrolet. At last restart on lap 239 Kenseth led the field in front of Paul Menard and Earnhardt replacement driver Regan Smith. The three leaders of the championship were in the stands nine, 15 and 18, in order: Brad Keselowski before Johnson and Denny Hamlin.

Third win of the season for Matt Kenseth

Kenseth sat down immediately after the restart and crossed with a lead of half a second as the finish line first. It was the 24th for Kenseth Victory in the 468th Sprint Cup race. Martin Truex Junior could still drive up from fourth to second place. Third place went to Menard, who scored his best result of the season. Fourth was the best Hendrick Chevrolet Kasey Kahne before defending champion Stewart and Clint Bowyer, who finished his home race in sixth.

Regan was on his second deployment for Hendrick Motorsports a good race and finished seventh before Keselowski and the two Hendrick teammates Johnson and Jeff Gordon. Three of the twelve Chase participants landed outside the top 10: Kevin Harvick finished eleventh and two places behind Hamlin finished sixth out of ten races for the final Championship 2012. Only Greg Biffle has after his 27th Rank finish the championship dreams.

There are five drivers title chances

In the overall table further Keselowski leads unchanged with seven-point lead over Johnson. Hamlin is now 20 points behind the leader in third. Bowyer and Kahne could make up some points and are still within striking distance in the fourth and fifth respectively.

Result: Hollywood Casino 400
Kansas Speedway

1. Matt Kenseth (Toyota), 48/5 points
2. Martin Truex Jr. (Toyota), 42/0 points
3. Paull Menard (Chevrolet), 42/1 points
4. Kasey Kahne (Ford), 41/1 points
5. Tony Stewart (Toyota), 39/0 points
6. Clint Bowyer (Toyota), 39/1 points
7. Regan Smith (Ford), 37/0 points
8. Brad Keselowski (Chevrolet), 36/0
9. Jimmie Johnson (Toyota), 36/1 points
10. Jeff Gordon (Toyota), 35/1 points

Total Balance: Race 32/36 (Top 12)
Chase 2012: Race 6/10

1. (0) Brad Keselowski, 2,250 points (Win 5)
2. (0) Jimmie Johnson, -7 Punke residue (3 wins)
3. (0) Denny Hamlin, -20 points (Win 5)
4. (0) Clint Bowyer, -25 points (Win 3)
5. (0) Kasey Kahne, -30 points (Win 2)
6. (+1) Martin Truex Jr., -43 points
7. (+1) Tony Stewart, -47 points (Win 3)
8. (+1) Jeff Gordon, -51 points (Victory 1)
9. (+2) Matt Kenseth, -55 points (Win 3)
10. (0) Kevin Harvick, -59 points
11. (-5) Greg Biffle, -62 points (Win 2)
12. (0) Dale Earnhardt Jr., -122 points (Victory 1)
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New 2012 Mercedes Benz E63 AMG Wagon


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2012 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG Wagon
For the 2012 model year marks the return of Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG Wagon station wagon in the U.S. market, with a standard sunroof and rearview camera. As the popular high-performance E63 AMG sedan, the car of a hand-built new 5.5-liter direct-injection V8 that generates 518hp AMG and 516 lb-ft of torque, and the award-winning AMG Speed ​​Shift 7 - Multiclutch speed transmission MCT
 
2012 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG Wagon2012 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG Wagon Interior view
The Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG Wagon 518-horsepower V8, the E63 AMG is highly fuel-efficient, thanks in part to an innovative ECO stop-start system. Whenever the AMG model has its transmission in ‘Controlled Efficiency Mode’ and comes to a stop in “D” or “N” with the brake pedal depressed, the engine is automatically turned off to save fuel. As soon as the driver touches the accelerator pedal, the engine computer decides which piston is in the best position for first ignition, and the direct fuel injection and multi-spark systems work with a starter motor to re-start the engine almost instantly.
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Victory Motorcycles


This is one company whose production motorcycles can give exclusive choppers a run for their money. They look as delicious as choppers, are as cool, and have the reliability that can only be found in mass-produced vehicles. Its main competition is Harley Davidson, whose bikes have a similar layout. It also competes with bikes like these, and these. 




Victory Motorcycles is a motorcycle manufacturer based in Spirit Lake, Iowa, United States, which began production of its vehicles in 1998. Its parent company, Polaris Industries, created the firm following the modern success of Harley-Davidson. Victorys motorcycles are designed to compete directly with Harley-Davidson and similar American-style motorcycle brands, with V-twin engines and touring, sport-touring, and cruiser configurations. The first Victory, the V92C, was announced in 1997 and began selling in 1998. Victory has been modestly profitable since 2002.






Background

Polaris, a Minnesota company with sales of approximately $1.9 billion per year, was one of the earliest manufacturers of snowmobiles. Polaris also manufactures ATVs and, until recently, personal watercraft. Seeking to diversify its product line, and observing the sales enjoyed by Harley-Davidson and other manufacturers, the company decided to produce a large motorcycle built entirely in the United States.
Victory vehicles follow the traditional American style of a heavier motorcycle that increasingly became associated with the Harley-Davidson brand in economically advanced nations after the Second World War, rather than the more modern racing-inspired designs of Japanese and European manufacturers.
In 2010 Polaris engaged in a major expansion of production and marketing of the motorcycle. In 2011 Polaris bought the Indian motorcycle brand.

Models








V92C

The first model, the V92C, was debuted at Planet Hollywood in the Mall of America by Al Unser in 1997. Production began in late 1998, and the first official model year was 1999. At 92 cu in (1,510 cc), the V92C was the largest production engine available at the time, and sparked a race among motorcycle manufacturers to build bigger and bigger engines. All components for the V92C were manufactured in Minnesota and Iowa, except the Italian Brembo brakes and the British-made electronic fuel injection system. Victory engines debuted with five-speed transmissions (later six), single overhead cams, dual connecting rods, hydraulic lifters, and fuel injection; most fuel-injection components are standard GM parts. The V92C engine was designed to be easily tuned by the owner.
The 92 cubic inch Victory engine carries 6 US qt (5,700 ml) of oil in the sump, about the same as most automobiles. This is intended to minimize risk of low-oil damage, but also makes it dimensionally larger than other motorcycle engines, such as Harley-Davidson, which carry oil in tanks. The sheer volume of oil can also impede engine performance in a racing environment. Top speed is about 120 mph (190 km/h) at 5,500 rpm; the ECM contains a rev limiter which can be overridden by reprogramming the EPROM. The Victory engine is air-cooled, and also circulates crankcase oil through a cooler mounted between the front frame downtubes. A section of the rear swingarm can be removed to change the drive belt or the rear wheel.
The motorcycles designers had approached several European manufacturers, particularly Cosworth, about designing and producing the engine, but ultimately decided to design and build it in Osceola, Wisconsin. Several variations on engine-frame geometry were tried until the best configuration was found, with the crankshaft geometrically aligned with the axles, a concept developed by Vincent Racing in the late 1950s. The V92C weighed about the same as a Harley, approximately 650 lb (290 kg). The original V92C engine produced about 55 hp (41 kW) at the wheel; with high-performance cams and pistons, this could be boosted to 83 hp (62 kW) and torque of 86 lb·ft (117 N·m).
In 2002, the Freedom Engine was introduced. It had the same dimensions as the old engine but higher power output, and with rounded cylinders and smaller oil cooler it was much more attractive visually. The V92C became known as the Classic Cruiser, and was phased out of the model lineup after the 2003 model year, but remains a favorite with Victory riders. There was also a Special Edition version featuring special upgrades in 2000 and 2001 model years, and Deluxe models for several years.

V92SC SportCruiser

Offered in 2000 and 2001, the V92SC SportCruiser offered higher ground clearance, adjustable via a simple 2-position bolt setup on the frame under the seat. It met a weaker than expected market, and did not sell well.

V92TC Touring Cruiser

Offered from 2002 through 2006, the TC featured a longer swingarm, large hard saddlebags, a re-designed seat, and the new Freedom Engine. The relatively tall seat height and roomy ergonomics made the bike ideal for larger riders. The Freedom Engine displaced 92 cu in (1,510 cc), but put out significantly more power and torque than the original engine. The 2002 model and later TC also accepted the 100 cu in (1,600 cc) big-bore kit, which increased torque further with the addition of upgraded exhaust. Later models featured rubber mounted handlebars and revised suspension settings. Deluxe versions (V92TCD) were also available with extra features popular at the time. With the deletion of the Touring Cruiser at the end of the 2006 model year, the last of the original V92 motorcycles was retired from the lineup.

Vegas

In 2003, Victory introduced the Vegas, a more visually attractive motorcycle than its predecessors. The Vegas was designed by Victory designer Michael Song, and offered a totally new chassis design. The Freedom engine carried forward from the TC, but the rest of the bike incorporated new features. The Vegas debuted with the 92 cubic-inch engine and 5-speed transmission, but was upgraded to a 100 cu in (1,600 cc) engine and 6-speed transmission for the 2006 model year. The Vegas Low has a 1 in (25 mm) lower seat, repositioned foot pegs, and handlebars 2 in (51 mm) further back than the regular Vegas model.[4]
The Vegas is considered part of Victorys Custom Cruisers.
2010 Vegas Specs
100 cu in (1,600 cc) engine produces 85 hp (63 kW) and 106 lb·ft (144 N·m) torque
Engine: four-stroke 50° V-Twin
Fuel capacity: 4.5 US gal (17 l; 3.7 imp gal)
Fuel System: Electronic fuel injection with dual 45 mm throttle body
Primary Drive: Gear drive with torque compensator
Transmission: six-speed constant mesh
Final Drive: Carbon Fiber Reinforced Belt

Vegas 8-Ball

The Vegas 8-Ball was powdercoated in black where the Vegas had been chromed. It debuted with the 92 cu in (1,510 cc) engine, and was upgraded to 100 cu in (1,600 cc) in 2006. Beginning with the 2011 model year, the Vegas 8-Ball received the 6 speed transmission from the standard Vegas.
The Vegas 8-Ball is considered part of Victorys 8-Ball Cruisers.
2010 Vegas 8-Ball Specs
106 cu in (1,740 cc) engine produces 94 hp (70 kW) and 106 lb·ft (144 N·m) torque
Engine: four-stroke 50° V-Twin
Fuel capacity: 4.5 US gal (17 l; 3.7 imp gal)
Fuel System: Electronic Fuel Injection with dual 45 mm throttle body
Primary Drive: Gear drive with torque compensator
Transmission: five-speed constant mesh
Final Drive: Carbon Fiber Reinforced Belt

Kingpin/Kingpin Deluxe/Kingpin Tour




Following on the success of the Vegas, the Kingpin was released in 2004. Victory took advantage of the greater tuning capacity of cartridge forks, and revised both front and rear spring rates and damping to improve ride quality. The Kingpin Deluxe added luxury items to attract riders looking for more comfort. The Kingpin and Kingpin Deluxe began with the 92 cu in (1,510 cc) engine and five-speed transmission, but were upgraded to the 100 cu in (1,600 cc) engine and 6-speed transmission for the 2006 model year. For 2007 the Kingpin Tour was added, which was a Deluxe outfitted with an integrated tour pack or trunk. The Kingpin Tour was added when the Touring Cruiser was dropped.
The Kingpin is considered part of Victorys Custom Cruisers.
2010 Kingpin Specs
100 cu in (1,600 cc) engine produces 85 hp (63 kW) and 106 lb·ft (144 N·m) torque
Engine: four-stroke 50° V-Twin
Fuel capacity: 4.5 US gal (17 l; 3.7 imp gal) | Fuel Capacity on 8-Ball: 4.5 US gal (17 l; 3.7 imp gal)
Fuel System: Electronic Fuel Injection with dual 45mm throttle body
Primary Drive: Gear drive with torque compensator
Transmission: six-speed constant mesh
Final Drive: Carbon Fiber Reinforced Belt

Kingpin 8-Ball

The Kingpin 8-Ball is based upon the Kingpin platform, and like the Vegas 8-Ball is black, with black highlights in place of the chrome highlights of the standard Kingpin Model. It carries the 100 cu in (1,600 cc) motor, and has a 5 speed gearbox. It is considered to be a "blank canvas" and thus is popular with motorcycle customizers.
The Kingpin 8-Ball is considered part of Victorys 8-Ball Cruisers.
2010 Kingpin 8-Ball Specs
100 cu in (1,600 cc) engine produces 85 hp (63 kW) and 106 lb·ft (144 N·m) of torque
Engine: four-stroke 50° V-Twin
Fuel capacity: 4.5 US gal (17 l; 3.7 imp gal)
Fuel System: Electronic Fuel Injection with dual 45mm throttle body
Primary Drive: Gear drive with torque compensator
Transmission: five-speed constant mesh
Final Drive: Carbon Fiber Reinforced Belt

Hammer

Introduced in 2005, The Hammer is considered part of Victorys Muscle Cruisers.
2010 Hammer/Hammer Sl Specs
106 cu in (1,740 cc) engine produces 97 hp (72 kW) and 113 lb·ft (153 N·m) torque
Engine: four-stroke 50° V-Twin
Fuel capacity: 4.5 US gal (17 l; 3.7 imp gal)
Fuel System: Electronic Fuel Injection with dual 45mm throttle body
Primary Drive: Gear drive with torque compensator
Transmission: six-speed constant mesh
Final Drive: Carbon Fiber Reinforced Belt

Hammer 8-Ball





Victory Hammer Eight-Ball
In 2010, Victory released the Hammer 8-ball. With a lowered seat and smaller engine the bike is marketed as a cheaper and less loaded alternative to the Hammer and the Hammer S. It is one of the few bikes in Victorys lineup that remains a 5-speed.
The Hammer 8-Ball is considered part of Victorys 8-Ball Cruisers.
2010 Hammer 8-Ball Specs
100 cu in (1,600 cc) engine produces 85 hp (63 kW) and 106 lb·ft (144 N·m) torque
Engine: four-stroke 50° V-Twin
Fuel capacity: 4.5 US gal (17 l; 3.7 imp gal)
Fuel System: Electronic Fuel Injection with dual 45mm throttle body
Primary Drive: Gear drive with torque compensator
Transmission: five-speed constant mesh
Final Drive: Carbon Fiber Reinforced Belt

Vegas Jackpot

Debuting in 2006, the Jackpot is, in Victorys own words, an "extreme custom." It features the 100 cu in (1,600 cc) Freedom V-Twin engine and 6-speed transmission (later bikes feature the 106 cu in), a 250 mm rear tire, a color-matched frame and extensive custom styling with bold paint schemes. It is designed to be Victorys top-of-the-line custom.
Victory Jackpot (2010)
The Vegas Jackpot is considered part of Victorys Muscle Cruisers.
2010 Vegas Jackpot Specs
106 cu in (1,740 cc) engine produces 97 hp (72 kW) and 113 lb·ft (153 N·m) torque
Engine: four-stroke 50° V-Twin
Fuel capacity: 4.5 US gal (17 l; 3.7 imp gal)
Fuel System: Electronic Fuel Injection with dual 45mm throttle body
Primary Drive: Gear drive with torque compensator
Transmission: six-speed constant mesh
Final Drive: Carbon Fiber Reinforced Belt

Ness Signature Series

Motorcycle customizer Arlen Ness and his son Cory Ness teamed with Victory in 2003 to create a limited-edition model based on the Vegas. The bikes they developed used many Ness aftermarket billet aluminum accessories, custom paint schemes and their signatures on the side panels. In 2005, they added the Kingpin to the lineup. In 2006, the Jackpot was the basis for the Ness Signature Series. It featured many chrome accessories, a custom seat built by Danny Gray, custom billet aluminum wheels, and the signatures of Arlen and Cory Ness on the side panels. For 2007, the Ness Signature Series is based on the Jackpot.
In 2010 Arlen Ness and Cory Ness created two more limited-edition Victorys; The Arlen Ness Vision and the Cory Ness Jackpot. Created as limited editions the bikes have custom paint & wheels, Ness chrome, diamond-cut engine heads, and are numbered and signed. Aside from the custom work the two bikes have the same specs as their non-limited edition cousins.

Vision Street and Vision Tour

Victory Vision Tour
Introduced in February 2007 as an addition to the 2008 lineup, the Vision is a touring configuration. It comes in two versions, the Street, which includes a full fairing and hard saddlebags; and the Tour, which also has a hard trunk. The Vision offers a low seat height and a wide range of luxury electronics. In 2010 Victory changed the Street version to an 8-Ball.
2010 Vision Specs
106 cu in (1,740 cc) engine produces 92 hp (69 kW) and 109 lb·ft (148 N·m) torque
Engine: four-stroke 50° V-Twin
Fuel capacity: 6 US gal (23 l; 5.0 imp gal)
Fuel System: Electronic Fuel Injection with dual 45mm throttle body
Primary Drive: Gear drive with torque compensator
Transmission: six-speed constant mesh
Final Drive: Carbon Fiber Reinforced Belt

Vision 8-Ball

The Kingpin 8-Ball is considered part of Victorys 8-Ball Cruisers.
2010 Vision 8-Ball Specs
106 cu in (1,740 cc) engine produces 97 hp (72 kW) and 109 lb·ft (148 N·m) torque
Engine: four-stroke 50° V-Twin
Fuel capacity: 6 US gal (23 l; 5.0 imp gal)
Fuel System: Electronic Fuel Injection with dual 45 mm throttle body
Primary Drive: Gear drive with torque compensator
Transmission: six-speed constant mesh
Final Drive: Carbon Fiber Reinforced Belt

Cross Country

New for 2010, the Victory Cross Country Motorcycle is a hard-bagger cruiser with a handlebar mounted fairing. It has a Freedom V-Twin Engine, 21 gallons of cargo capacity, 4.7 inches of suspension travel, floorboards, cruise control and an MP3-compatible sound system.
Specs
106 cu in (1,740 cc) engine produces 92 hp (69 kW) and 109 lb·ft (148 N·m) torque
Engine: four-stroke 50° V-Twin
Fuel capacity: 5.8 US gal (22 l; 4.8 imp gal)
Fuel System: Electronic Fuel Injection with dual 45 mm throttle body
Primary Drive: Gear drive with torque compensator
Transmission: six-speed constant mesh
Final Drive: Carbon Fiber Reinforced Belt

CrossRoads

New for 2010, the Victory Cross Roads Motorcycle, had the most horsepower and cargo capacity in its class. Its 106-cubic-inch Freedom V-Twin Engine and 21 gallons of cargo capacity, cruiser styling, comfortable seating, a wind-blocking windshield - were designed to give the rider "an appetite for the open road."
Specs
106 cu in (1,740 cc) engine produces 92 hp (69 kW) and 109 lb·ft (148 N·m) torque
Engine: four-stroke 50° V-Twin
Fuel capacity: 5.8 US gal (22 l; 4.8 imp gal)
Fuel System: Electronic Fuel Injection with dual 45mm throttle body
Primary Drive: Gear drive with torque compensator
Transmission: six-speed constant mesh
Final Drive: Carbon Fiber Reinforced Belt

8-Ball versions





There are four bikes that come in 8-Ball versions: Hammer, Vegas, Kingpin, and the Vision. 8-Balls come in one color and have a cheaper retail price tag. The bikes are basically the same as their counterparts but generally come with less add-ons. Example: The Vision 8-Ball does not come with the passenger backrest/trunk. The 8-Ball versions of the bikes are also lower or have a lower seat.

Marketing contest

In 2010 Victory marketing manager Josh Kurcinka announced a contest in which ten people won a lease on one of the two new Victory touring bikes: Cross Country or Cross Roads. The entrants had submitted a 90-second video explaining why they deserved a lease on a new bike and what they had planned for the summer. Contestants were asked to outline four different and doable road trips. Victory judged the entries based on plausibility of trips, content and originality. Submissions were taken online and at Industry Trade Shows like the New York International Motorcycle Show. Beginning in May 2010, winning riders began taking a series of road trips each month through August 2010 from two to five days each. Riders documented their experiences through blogs, videos and photos sharing both their reviews of the bikes and the sites they visit along the way.

Owners clubs

The Victory Motorcycle Club is an independent, not-for-profit group of Victory motorcycle owners and enthusiasts that began in 1998 as a Yahoo online chat site by several owners of Victory Motorcycles. The club has grown from a small group of enthusiasts to an international club with more than 2,700 paid members and 11,000 guests in the United States, Canada, Great Britain and Germany. As of July 2010 there are 61 local chapters.

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