Ducati shows its 2011 Superbike Range at Cologne's Intermot Show

At the INTERMOT International Motorcycle Fair in Cologne, western Germany, Ducati Motor Holding exhibited the first of its new superbike models for 2011. The 2011 Ducati Superbikes feature new trickle-down technology from Ducati’s World Championship racing team and an attractive pricing structure. All three superbike offerings for 2011 are brand new or significantly upgraded from their 2010 variants. The lineup includes the Ducati 1198, 1198 SP and the 848EVO. The highlight of the 2011 superbike range is the 1198 SP, which features an impressive 170hp and 97 lb/ft of torque combined with a flyweight of 370lbs. It offers a combination of electronic rider aids and performance oriented hard parts. Talking of electronics, the 1198 SP features a MotoGP derived digital dash, Ducati Traction Control, the new Ducati Quick Shifter and a Ducati Data Analyzer to review all measures of performance data. Other features include Ohlins front forks and an Ohlins TTx rear shock, Ducati Performance Slipper Clutch, aluminum fuel tank and Brembo Monobloc calipers. The 2011 Ducati 1198 SP superbike carries a price tag of $21,995.

The standard 1198 has also been upgraded for 2011 at no extra cost. The new, improved 1198 now features the Ducati Traction Control system, Ducati Data Analyzer and the brand new Ducati Quick Shifter. The 2011 Ducati 1198 will hit the showrooms this December for $16,495.

The 848EVO enjoys 140hp and comes equipped with Brembo Monobloc callipers and steering damper. Other than the Stealth Black and Ducati Red, the 848EVO is also available in Arctic White livery with a red frame and red wheels. The 2011 848EVO will set you back $12,995.

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Hastens new $18,000 luxury bed is strictly a royal affair

A restful sleep comes for a price. The luxury bedding craze is luring the rich to bed in style. Luxury bed maker Hastens, known for its high-end clientele including Tom Cruise and David Beckham, is now offering a royal treat to its uber rich clientele with “The Royal Bed” to celebrate the marriage of Crown Princess Victoria to Daniel Westling on June 19. The all-natural mattress set, a trademark of Hastens, features bridal colors, “lavish white with subtle accents in sumptuous gold,” and it features legs made in oak and accented with brushed brass. Each bed is embroidered with gold thread that reads: “Hastens Royal 2010″ and each corner of the bed is adorned with a brushed brass crown that is detachable. The royalty comes for a matching price tag of $18,000.

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Rare James Bond Aston Martin DB4 up for grabs at Bonhams

Known for its high performance, understated elegance and youthful agility, Aston Martin has always remained one of the favorite Bond cars to battle his enemies. So, as the forthcoming auction at Bonhams on May 22, 2010 features a 1962 Aston Martin DB4, which was used in the production of 1964 classic, Goldfinger, it is a rare chance to grab one of these tempting cars that delighted moviegoers and Bond fans for nearly half a century now. Estimated to earn between $59,000 and $89,000, this impressive Bond car features a extra-light clutch and a thermostatically activated overheating alarm.

Via: Art Info

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Black Beauty hides a raucous machine behind its pretty face

Bike lovers are a hard-to-impress community, as some insist on originality while others are motivated through modification. So, for all those who look forward to explore the custom-made territory, this Black Beauty from Roland Sands Design (RSD) is worth your time. Meant to be ridden by a former AMA 250 GP National Motorcycle Racing Champion, the Black Beauty features sticky tires, road-racing forks, radial brakes and lightweight wheels on RSD’s routine Harley-Davidson Softail. Equipped with a 95 cubic inch powerhouse, the Black Beauty features a pretty face in gold, black, and silver along with a high-mounted RSD exhaust for that raucous roar.

Via: Motorcycling Mag

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