Protein Stix Weight Watchers

Protein Stix Weight Watchers

June 28, 2019

This list of over 20 of the Best Protein Bars for Weight Watchers following the Freestyle, Blue, Green or Purple plans, details the Smart Point values per protein bar.

It details the calorie and protein content of each of the bars and also some information of where to buy them!

If you are looking for a Weight Watchers treat, you can't go wrong with one of these WW friendly protein bars. They come in a variety of different flavours and sizes to fit any taste and Smart Point budget.

With the recent influx of new protein bars on to the market, it can be quite confusing to know what bars are Weight Watchers friendly and what bars will blow your Smart Points out the window!

Hopefully this list of 20 of the most popular protein bars on the market will help you make sensible decisions.

The bars listed here range from 2 Smart Points per bar up to 8 or 9 Smart Points per bar.

They also vary widely on the amount of protein they contain and of course on the size of the bar.

The Smart Point values have been worked out using the official Weight Watchers App and are correct at the time of posting.

As ingredients, flavours and sizes of bars may change in time, it is always best to check the Smart Point values by scanning or entering the nutritional information into your WW App before eating.

The role of Protein in Weight Watchers

First of all, protein is a great way to curb hunger pangs!

It fills you up quickly and keeps you satisfied for longer - result!

Your body uses protein to build and repair tissue and can also use it as a fuel source.

Best of all, it is suggested that your body finds it more difficult to break down protein than fats or carbohydrate and therefore you work off some calories from the protein whilst you are digesting it!

I remember hearing something similar about eating celery (possibly an urban myth 😀 )!  But I know which I would rather snack on!

If you are interested in learning more about protein in your Weight Watchers journey, take a look at this useful information from Weightwatchers.com

If you like this list of Best Protein Bars, you may also like these Weight Watchers Shopping Essentials from Pointed Kitchen.

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These popular protein & energy bars are only available (at present) to buy online. There are lots of different flavours including Mint Brownie Delite, Lemon Chocolate Creme, Salted Caramel Chocolate and Coconut Chocolate Creme. A typical bar contains 110 calories and 15g of Protein. They work out at 3 Smart Points per bar.

These popular protein bars are available to purchase online and from large supermarkets such as Target and Walmart. Quest Bars come in a variety of flavours including Birthday Cake, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Chocolate Peanut Butter and Mint Chocolate Chunk. Bars contain between 180 & 210 calories and around 20g of protein. Their Smart Point values vary, with the Birthday Cake bar being 4 Smart Points and the Choc Chip Cookie bar being 5 Smart Points.

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NuGo Slim

These NuGo Slim Protein Bars are available to buy online & from stores such as Whole Foods Market and Target. The slim bars come in a variety of flavours such as Crunchy Peanut Butter, Toasted Coconut and Chocolate Mint. The bars contain around 180 to 190 calories each and contain between 16g and 18g of protein. They work out at 5 Smart Points per bar.

Fiber One Protein Bars are available to buy from most large supermarkets in the US. They come in a variety of different flavours including Caramel Nut, Peanut Butter and Cookies & Creme. They are 140 calories per bar and each bar contains 6g of fiber. Most bars work out at 5 Smart Points per bar except for the Coconut Almond bar which works out at 6 Smart Points.

One Protein Bars from Oh Yeah are available to buy online or from stores such as Walgreens & 7 Eleven. They come in a variety of different flavours including Blueberry Cobbler, Chocolate Brownie and Cinnamon Roll. They vary in the amount of calories per bar but most contain 20g of protein. Smart Points vary per bar, with the Birthday Cake flavour being 6 Smart Points and the Almond Bliss being 7 Smart Points.

These Protein One Bars by the makers of Fiber One are available to buy from most large supermarkets as well as online. Each bar is 90 calories and contains 10g of protein and 1g of sugar. They come in a few different flavours including Strawberries & Cream, Chocolate Chip and Peanut Butter Chocolate. Each bar is 2 Smart Points.

These bars, by the makers of the protein shakes seem to be very popular. They come in a variety of flavours including Chocolate Peanut Butter, Dark Chocolate Mint and Yogurt Peanut Crunch. Each bar contains 30g of protein but the calories & saturated fats vary between the bars. The bars are big (72g) so have higher Smart Points compared to other bars which are often smaller. Smart Points vary between 8 & 9 per bar. The bars are available to buy from large stores such as Costco & Walmart as well as online.

These Detour bars have recently changed their name from Detour Simple to Protein Boosts. They come in 3 flavours, Caramel Peanut, Chocolate Chip Caramel & Salted Caramel Cookie Dough. They come in snack size and full size bars. The snack size bars contain between 110 & 120 calories and 10g of protein. The snack size Caramel Peanut bar is 4 Smart Points and the other 2 flavours are 3 Smart Points per snack bar. The full size bars are 6 Smart Points each. They are available to purchase online and from some larger stores.

WW do a selection of very tasty Protein Bars. They come in three flavours, Snickerdoodle, Triple Chocolate and Chocolate Peanut Butter. They contain approx 90 calories and 7g of protein per bar. They are 3 Smart Points per bar and are available to buy online or from your local WW workshop.

WW also do a selection of Protein Stix at 2 Smart Points per stick. They contain 70 calories and 7g of protein per bar and come in Peanut Butter, Cookies and Cream and Chocolate flavours. They are available to buy online or from your local WW workshop.

These Pure Protein bars come in a couple of different sizes and a number of flavours including Birthday Cake, Chewy Chocolate Chip and Chocolate Peanut Caramel. They contain approx 200 calories and 20g of protein per 50g bar. The Birthday Cake, Chocolate Peanut Caramel, Chewy Chocolate Chip and Chocolate Peanut Butter bars are all 5 Smart Points per 50g bar. They are available to buy online & from some stores such as Kroger and target.

These Lean Bars come in packs of 5 and come in 13 flavours including Lemon Meringue, Blueberry Yogurt and Vanilla Birthday Cake. They differ in calorie content but most bars contain 15g of protein. The Chocolate Peanut Butter bars are 5 Smart Point per bar and the Strawberry Yogurt and Vanilla Birthday Cake bars are 6 Smart Points per bar. They are available to buy from GNC stores as well as online at Amazon.

These Luna Protein Minis are available in two flavours LemonZest and Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough. The LemonZest bars (23g) contain 90 calories, 4g of protein per bar and work out as 3 Smart Points. The Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough (30g) contain 120 calories and 8g of protein per bar and work out as 5 Smart Points. They are available to buy online.

These full size Luna bars (48g) come in a variety of flavours including LemonZest, Chocolate Peppermint Stick and Sea Salt Caramel. The bars contain approx 200 calories and contain 7g to 8g of protein per bar. Most of the bars, including Nutz over Chocolate, Chocolate Peppermint, S'mores and Blueberry Bliss are 7 Smart Points. They are available to buy from stores such as Walmart and Target and are also available to buy online.

These protein rich Mars Bars are available to buy online but are also widely available in stores in the UK. They contain 200 calories and 19g of protein and work out at 7 Smart Points per bar.

These protein rich Snickers bars are available to buy online but are also widely available in stores in the UK. They contain 199 calories and 18g of protein. The 48g bar is 6 Smart Points.

These Nut Butter Filled Clif bars have fewer Smart Points per bar than Clif Bars and Clif Builders Protein bars. They come in 7 flavours including Peanut Butter, Coconut Almond Butter and Caramel Chocolate Peanut Butter. They vary in the amount of calories and protein that they contain but the Chocolate Peanut Butter, Peanut Butter and Caramel Chocolate Peanut Butter flavours are all 8 Smart Points per bar. They are available to buy in stores and also to buy online.

These protein and 150 calorie bars come in 6 flavours including Chocolate Almond Brownie, Cupcake Batter, Salted Caramel and S'mores. They contain 150 calories per bar, 10g of protein and are 5 Smart Point each. They are available to buy online as well as from stores such as 7 Eleven and Target.

These wafer creme protein energy bars come in a variety of flavours including Wild Berry Creme, Salted Caramel, Chocolate Mint and Peanut Butter Creme. They vary in calorie content and contain between 13 and 14g of protein per bar. The Smart Point values vary between bars with the Red Velvet flavour being 8 Smart Points and the Triple Chocolate flavour being 7 Smart Points per bar. They are available to buy from stores such as Walmart but can also be purchased online.

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KIND

These Kind protein bars come in a variety of flavours including Crunchy Peanut Butter, Double Dark Chocolate and White Chocolate Chocolate Cinnamon Almond. Each bar contains 250 calories and 12g of protein. They are 8 Smart Points per bar and are widely available in stores and also to buy online.

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Pictures Of Nissan Skyline Gtr R34

Pictures Of Nissan Skyline Gtr R34

For a certain generation that grew up playing "Gran Turismo" on the Sony PlayStation, the R34-generation Nissan Skyline GT-R sold around the turn of the century is a hero car more desirable than anything wearing a prancing horse or raging bull on the hood.

Adding to the car's mystique is the fact that it was never officially sold in the U.S., though a handful have managed to make it through, both by legal means and some not-so-legal means.

One just sold on Bring a Trailer for $315,187, and it was brought into the country by legal means, specifically NHTSA's Show or Display rules. As the listing points out, the buyer needs to be aware that the rules limit the use of the car to 2,500 miles annually. The buyer will also need to apply for a new Show or Display permit from NHTSA.

The limitation didn't deter bidding. We're not surprised as the car appears to be a particularly clean example of a 1999 Skyline GT-R V-Spec finished in delicious Midnight Purple II. Only 282 examples were painted this way for the 1999 model year.

1999 Nissan Skyline GT-R V-Spec (R34) - Photo credit: Bring a Trailer

The odometer lists approximately 64,000 kilometers (just under 40,000 miles), with roughly 500 of those added by the current owner. The car is located in Denver, Colorado, and has a clean title from the state.

Like all R34 GT-Rs, the car comes with a 6-speed manual, all-wheel drive, all-wheel steering, and a twin-turbocharged 2.6-liter inline-6. The engine is officially rated at 276 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque, though it's well known that this is an understated figure to meet a previous gentleman's agreement between Japanese automakers to limit output to 276 hp in the interest of safety. The V-Spec grade adds a standard limited-slip differential at the rear, among other extras.

1999 Nissan Skyline GT-R V-Spec (R34) - Photo credit: Bring a Trailer

According to the listing, this particular car was given a major service last December at Blue Chip Services of Englewood, Colorado. Work done included replacing the timing belt, water pump, spark plugs, ignition coils, oxygen sensor, and valve covers, plus cleaning the fuel injectors and adding fresh oil and coolant.

What about the 25-year rule for easy imports of classic cars into the U.S.? The R34 Skyline won't be eligible until 2024 but the rule already allows R32 and R33 generations to be imported, and the GT-R versions of those cars feature a similar mechanical setup to the R34 GT-R.

Pictures Of Nissan Skyline Gtr R34

Source: https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1132583_midnight-purple-r34-nissan-skyline-gt-r-v-spec-sold-for-315-187

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2018 Harley Davidson Tri Glide Colors

2018 Harley Davidson Tri Glide Colors

Harley-Davidson 115th Anniversary Tri Glide Ultra Specs

(2018)

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The Harley-Davidson 115th Anniversary Tri Glide Ultra model is a Touring bike manufactured by Harley-Davidson . In this version sold from year 2018 , the dry weight is 546.0 kg (1,203.7 pounds) and it is equipped with a V2, four-stroke motor. The engine produces a maximum peak output power of 87.00 HP (63.5 kW)) @ 5450 RPM and a maximum torque of 152.00 Nm (15.5 kgf-m or 112.1 ft.lbs) @ 3250 RPM . With this drive-train, the Harley-Davidson 115th Anniversary Tri Glide Ultra is capable of reaching a maximum top speed of  . On the topic of chassis characteristics, responsible for road holding, handling behavior and ride comfort, the Harley-Davidson 115th Anniversary Tri Glide Ultra has a  frame with front suspension being Telescopic fork and at the rear, it is equipped with  . Stock tire sizes are MT90-B16 on the front, and 205/65-R15 on the rear. As for stopping power, the Harley-Davidson 115th Anniversary Tri Glide Ultra braking system includes Double disc. 6 piston. size  at the front and Single disc size  at the back.

Harley-Davidson 115th Anniversary Tri Glide Ultra General Information
Brand	Harley-Davidson
Model	Harley-Davidson 115th Anniversary Tri Glide Ultra
Start year	2018
Year	2018
Category	Touring
Factory Warranty (Years / miles)	-

Harley-Davidson 115th Anniversary Tri Glide Ultra Dimensions, Aerodynamics and weight
Frame type	-
Seat details	-
Wheelbase	1,670 mm (65.7 inches)
Length	2,675 mm (105.3 inches)
Width	-
Height	-
Seat Height	735 mm (28.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Alternate Seat Height	-
Ground Clearance	125 mm (4.9 inches)
Trail size	100 mm (3.9 inches)
Wheels details	Black, 7-spoke Cast Aluminum. Two rear wheels.
Front Tyres - Rims dimensions	MT90-B16
Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions	205/65-R15
Front brakes	Double disc. 6 piston.
Rear brakes	Single disc
Front Brakes Dimensions - Disc Dimensions	-
Rear Brakes Dimensions - Disc Dimensions	-
Curb Weight (including fluids)	564.0 kg (1,243.4 pounds)
Dry Weight	546.0 kg (1,203.7 pounds)
Front Percentage of Weight	-
Rear Percentage of Weight	-
Weight-Power Output Ratio :	0.1593 HP/kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	22.71 litres (6.00 gallons)
Reserve Fuel Capacity	-
Carrying Details and Capacity	Trunk and top box
Front Suspension	Telescopic fork
Front Suspension Travel	-
Rear Suspension	-
Rear Suspension Travel	-

Harley-Davidson 115th Anniversary Tri Glide Ultra Engine and Transmission Technical Data
Engine type - Number of cylinders	V2, four-stroke
Engine details	Twin-Cooled™ Milwaukee-Eight® 107
Fuel system	Injection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Engine size - Displacement - Engine capacity	1745.00 ccm (106.48 cubic inches)
Bore x Stroke	100.0 x 111.1 mm (3.9 x 4.4 inches)
Compression Ratio	10.0:1
Number of valves per cylinder	-
Camshaft Valvetrain Configuration	Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Maximum power - Output - Horsepower	87.00 HP (63.5 kW)) @ 5450 RPM
Maximum torque	152.00 Nm (15.5 kgf-m or 112.1 ft.lbs) @ 3250 RPM
Engine Maximum RPM	-
Cooling system	Air
Lubrication system	-
Engine oil capacity	4.70 litres (4.97 quarts)
Exhaust system	Chrome, 2-1-2 dual exhaust with tapered mufflers
Gearbox	6-speed
Transmission type, final drive ratio	Belt
Clutch type	Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath
Driveline	Chain, 34/46 ratio primary drive

Harley-Davidson 115th Anniversary Tri Glide Ultra Performance
Top Speed	-
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph)	-
Acceleration 0 to 400m (1/4 mile)	-
Recuperation 60 to 140 km/h in highest gear	-
Fuel Consumption - MPG - Economy - Efficiency	6.60 litres/100 km (15.2 km/l or 35.64 mpg)
CO2 emissions	153.1 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Emissions	-

Harley-Davidson 115th Anniversary Tri Glide Ultra Electrical Systems, Ignition and Equipment
Ignition Type	-
Electrical Details	-
Starter Type	Electric
Instruments	Large speedometer and tachometer with wide numbers; large fuel and volt gauges with wide numbers; display features odometer, trip A, trip B, range to empty, and gear indicator; and larger telltale indicators, including new reverse indicator light
Lights	High Beam, running lights, front fender running lights, directional light bar, low oil pressure, engine diagnostics, cruise control, speakers, accessory, security system (optional), 6 speed, low fuel warning, reverse enabled

How much horsepower does a Harley-Davidson 115th Anniversary Tri Glide Ultra have?
The Harley-Davidson 115th Anniversary Tri Glide Ultra has 87.00 HP (63.5 kW)) @ 5450 RPM.

How much does a Harley-Davidson 115th Anniversary Tri Glide Ultra weighs?
The Harley-Davidson 115th Anniversary Tri Glide Ultra weighs 546.0 kg (1,203.7 pounds).

How tall (seat height) is a Harley-Davidson 115th Anniversary Tri Glide Ultra?
The Harley-Davidson 115th Anniversary Tri Glide Ultra seat height is 735 mm (28.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.

How many gears does a Harley-Davidson 115th Anniversary Tri Glide Ultra have?
The Harley-Davidson 115th Anniversary Tri Glide Ultra have 6 gears.

2018 Harley Davidson Tri Glide Colors

Source: https://www.ultimatespecs.com/motorcycles-specs/harley-davidson/harley-davidson-115th-anniversary-tri-glide-ultra-2018

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Harley 883cc

Harley 883cc

Everyone's got an opinion on a Harley-Davidson. Love 'em or hate 'em, American metal is sure to spark debate. For most owners, there ain't nothing else. Hogs have a huge and devoted following that no other brand can match. Harley ownership transcends motorcycling. It's a lifestyle.

And to the man on the street, Harley is the quintessential motorcycle. A week with the entry level Iron 883™ (don't forget that ™, you're buying a brand as much as a motorcycle) raised my status from middle-aged dad to Hollywood rock star in a stroke. It was almost impossible to park up without some kind of flattering comment about my choice of transport. Harleys are cool. End of.

I've long had a soft spot for the entry level Harleys. While they are often derided as kids' bikes by the Harley hardcore, and dismissed along with the other American iron as underpowered and irrelevant by many other motorcyclists, the 883 Sportster range, of which the Iron is the least expensive, plays an important role in getting newbies into motorcycling.

Weighing in at just £7,145, the Iron 883™ is instant badass biker in a box. Painted in matt (or is that matte?) black, with blacked out components, it's a motorcycle that looks like its just ridden out of a movie set. Fire it up and at thuds into life with the sound of a 'proper motorcycle'. So far, so good.

The price may be cheap, but the Iron 883™ is neatly appointed, even if it is low on spec. The keyless ignition is superb and does away with the problem of fumbling for keys with gloved hands. Simply stick the fob in your pocket and as you approach the bike it deactivates the alarm and turns on the ignition. At the other end, simply switch the bike off and as you dismount the alarm gives a reassuring 'bleep' to confirm its armed again. The engine won't start without the fob in proximity, and even sitting on the bike will set of a warning alarm.

Riding is an enjoyable experience, as long as you stay within the parameters in which the bike is comfortable. Look, it would be easy to sit here and write an essay about the bike's deficiencies, so let's get it out in the open now. It's slow. The peanut style fuel tank is tiny and will see you searching for a fuel station after 100 miles. The gearbox is clunky. It's got no pillion seat and handling isn't great. Vibration comes standard from 4,000rpm and you won't need to ride with much enthusiasm to ground the footpegs through corners. Well, we could go on even further.

But all of this matters not one jot. For all that's just not very good about the Iron 883™ there's a lot that's absolutely fantastic about it, just don't expect me to be able to explain why. It's an unashamedly simple machine that evokes visions of riding into the sunset on your steel horse.Owning one of these is all about making a statement, with Harley producing a whole range of accessory parts to give owners a chance to really personalise their machines.

What you are buying is a piece of iconery (I know, it's a made up word). That engine is as low tech as it gets, but sounds and feels great as you sit at the lights, even if it is a bit gutless and vibey as hell after 4,000rpm. It's traditional, that's for sure, a fuel-injected 883cc V-twin with two pushrod actuated valves per cylinder. No power figures are quoted, but it pushes out a healthy 70Nm of torque through the five-speed gearbox and belt final drive. Hauling around 255kg minus rider, it's hardly going to be exciting, but cruising along between 55-65mph it certainly put a big smile on my face.

It's well built and full of nice, modern, touches that don't detract from the traditional styling. The ABS brakes, a £500 option, are effective and in obtrusive, while the small LCD readout with RPM and gear indicator is a welcome addition to modern Harleys. It's reasonably comfortable and I really liked the switchgear.

There are better bikes out there for the money for sure. If you wanted handling you'd be looking at something like Yamaha MT-07 or Triumph Street Triple. But as you're reading this, chances are you are in the market for something a bit different. The Japanese companies all make Harley clones, which are all competent bikes but lack the character and cache of the American machines. I'm sure that many buyers, if they are even considering other brands, may well be looking at bikes like the Ducati Scrambler or Triumph Bonneville – entry level bikes with the right badge on the tank

What even those iconic brands won't give you is entry to the Harley fraternity. Whether or not that is a good thing or not is for you to decide, but with over a million members in the Harley Owners Group (HOG), you will certainly be buying something more than just a motorcycle.

It might not be everyone's cup of cappuccino, but the baby Harley has plenty to offer. How long the 883 will remain as part of the Harley range remains to be seen, in light of ever increasing emissions laws and the introduction of the forthcoming watercooled 750, so now may well be your last chance to grab a piece of pure and simple American metal.

On the plus side it's a Harley for £7,145, it has a c lever keyless ignition system and is a uthentic a piece of Americana as Mom's apple pie. Yet against it, there's the l ove it or hate it image, m ore power would be welcomed and that l imited fuel range.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

Engine	883cc, air-cooled
Torque	70 Nm
Bore x stroke	76.2mm x 96.8mm
Dimensions	Length: 2,255mm
Seat height	735mm
Trail	117mm
Wheelbase	1,510mm
Weight (wet)	255kg
Brakes	Dual-piston front, Dual-piston rear
Wheels	Black, 13-Spoke Cast Aluminium
Tyres	Front: 100/90B19 57H Rear: 150/80B16 77H
Price	Standard: £7,145 Hard Candy: £7,345 ABS: £500

Harley 883cc

Source: https://www.bennetts.co.uk/bikesocial/reviews/bikes/harley-davidson/harley-davidson-883-iron

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Custom 2007 Harley Davidson Street Glide

Custom 2007 Harley Davidson Street Glide

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• January 17, 2007

MD Long-Term Review (Part One): 2007 Harley-Davidson Street Glide

Way back in August 2006, when I got my first chance to ride Harley-Davidson's 2007 model line, I quickly found two bikes that stood out from the rest of the range and were immediately entered on my own personal 'favorites' list. One was a rough-and-tumble street brawler designated the Night Rod Special, which you can read about here. The other was a much more practical machine that nonetheless had a similar 'bad boy' feel to it.

The bike I'm referring to is Harley-Davidson's Street Glide, which blends the long-distance comfort of H-D's famed Electra Glide models with the 'custom cool' beloved by H-D enthusiasts worldwide. So, when it came time to talk to Harley-Davidson about adding one of their machines to our long-term test fleet, picking the Street Glide was a no-brainer for Dirck and I. Our 'Deep Cobalt Pearl' blue test bike arrived in early December, and we've been racking up miles ever since – despite a slightly chilly Southern California winter.

After spending quite a bit of time in the low-slung saddle of the Street Glide, I find myself hard-pressed to think of a more comfortable place to spend those long miles. With your arms resting on the wide handlebars, your butt resting on the well-shaped seat, and your feet resting slightly forward on the wide floorboards (themselves mounted on vibration dampers), the Street Glide offers one of the most comfortable riding positions I've ever experienced. The 'Bat Wing' fairing provides excellent wind protection, and the stubby smoked windscreen actually seemed to result in less helmet buffeting than the medium and high models offered on other bikes in the Electra Glide lineup, at least for the 5'10" author.

The Street Glide can be intimidating at first, especially to a smaller rider like me (130lbs) who usually rides much smaller, lighter bikes. However, the bike's bulky appearance is deceptive – once in the saddle, the Street Glide seems to shrink underneath you, mainly due to its low seat height and even lower center of gravity. Combined with weight balance and steering geometry that gives easy, predictable handling, the Street Glide is no more difficult to control than a Softail or Dyna. The only time the Street Glide's weight made itself known was when I stopped sideways on a hill – since I don't pack a lot of weight in my upper body to counter-balance with, I had to apply a little muscle to correct things when I got a bit overbalanced.

Once you get into the mountains, you'll be surprised at how rapidly the Street Glide can be hustled through your favorite twisties. Although the floorboards and engine guards do limit your ultimate lean angle, a skilled rider can still hustle the 'Glide along at a very respectable pace. The big tourer's capabilities are certainly beyond the pace at which I see most groups of cruiser riders traveling. In fact, back at the '07 line intro, I took a few out-of-state journalists to visit famed sportbike haven Palomar Mountain, and my local knowledge allowed me to put a solid gap on them between the base of the mountain and the summit – notwithstanding my being aboard a Street Glide while the others were all on lighter, more nimble Softails and Dynas!

Like all the '07 H-D models except the Sportster and V-Rod lines, our Street Glide is powered by Harley's new Twin Cam 96 V-Twin, which sends power to the rear tire via the new Cruise Drive six-speed transmission (for more technical details about the new engine and trans, look back at my '07 Harley-Davidson intro report). The air-cooled 1584cc (96ci) V-Twin is rubber-mounted to smooth out the ride, eliminating any annoying high-frequency vibration while still reminding the rider he's aboard a Harley-Davidson. The engine's rumbling low-frequency pulse matches up perfectly with the classic H-D 'potato-potato' exhaust note (which is clearly recognizable, though somewhat muted by the stock exhausts).

The TC96 motor provides a broad, smooth spread of torque that is nicely complemented by the excellent six-speed trans, and it is immediately clear that H-D's engineers put a lot of thought and effort into proper gear ratio selection for this six-speed. The result is impressive flexibility that makes gear changes an infrequent occurance, while at the same time providing much-improved roll-on acceleration compared to the old TC88 motor. While the big Street Glide could never be called 'fast' in stock trim, and it's certainly not even close to the fastest cruiser or tourer we've ridden, the motor has plenty of torque to get the job done, and the flexible nature of the powertrain enhances the riding experience immensely.

Braking is adequate but by no means impressive, although that doesn't come as much of a surprise on a bike weighing a claimed 770lbs in 'ready-to-run' condition (claimed 730lbs dry). Still, the Street Glide is capable of bringing itself to a stop safely – the main problem is a simple lack of feel from the brakes, which offer little feedback through the spongy brake lever and rear brake pedal.

When using the Street Glide covering long distances, there are more features to enjoy than just the excellent comfort we mentioned earlier. The large front fairing mounts a radio/CD player unit, with controls mounted conveniently next to the handgrips, where they are easily operated by a gloved thumb. The stereo is powerful enough to sound good even while cruising at 80mph on the freeway (which the Street Glide does comfortably) wearing a full-face helmet, and it offers automatic volume adjustments based on speed so you don't blow out your eardrums at the bottom of the freeway offramp.

The integrated hard saddlebags are nicely matched to the Street Glide's styling, and while they're not wide enough to store a full-face helmet, they're certainly useful for riding gear, a couple days worth of clothes, some bottled water, or anything else you'd like to take along on your ride.

Overall, the more we ride the Street Glide, the more we like it. As a tourer, its comfortable and capable both on the freeway and on a highway through the mountains. Around town or in tight corners, we found it far more manageable than any bike its size has a right to be. And the stylists at Harley-Davidson have done an incredible job of eliminating the top-heavy look of many touring bikes and replacing it with a low, sleek, and aggressive stance that packs enough of a 'custom' flare to turn heads wherever you ride. Stay tuned as we tap into H-D's incredible line of factory accessory parts to make the Street Glide look even tricker, ride even better, and offer even more comfort on all-day rides.

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Custom 2007 Harley Davidson Street Glide

Source: https://www.motorcycledaily.com/2007/01/17january07_streetglide1/

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Mazda 787b 91

Mazda 787b 91

May 20, 2011

Products and Technology

Mazda 787B 1991 Winning Car Returns to Le Mans After 20 Years
- The Mazda 787B's incredible 4-rotor engine noise will be heard again around the Circuit de la Sarthe on June 11, before the 24-hour race begins -

HIROSHIMA, Japan—2011 marks the 20th anniversary of Mazda's victory in the world's most demanding endurance race, the 24 Hours of Le Mans. In 1991, Mazda became the first and only Japanese car manufacturer to win the race. In celebration of this anniversary, and at the invitation of the event organizers, the Automobile Club de L'Ouest (ACO), Mazda will demonstrate the winning Mazda 787B on the Circuit de la Sarthe in Le Mans, France on Saturday, June 11, 2011, before the 24-hour race begins.

The 79th 24-Hours of Le Mans is scheduled to start at 3 p.m. (local time) on Saturday, June 11, 2011, and finish at the same time on the following day. Mazda plans to hold the demonstration of the 787B racecar on the Circuit de la Sarthe at 12:30 p.m. on June 11. Additionally, the 787B will also take part in the Driver's Parade through the Le Mans city center on Friday June 10.

The Mazda 787B has been specially restored and tested in preparation for the demonstration at Le Mans

The Mazda 787B is the first and only Japanese car, and rotary-engine car, to win the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Jointly developed by Mazda and Mazdaspeed, the organization that managed Mazda's racing program, the 787B has a chassis designed to meet Group C racing car technical regulations and is powered by a four-rotor rotary engine that produces 700 horsepower. Due to a change in the race regulations, 1991 was to become the last year that a rotary-engine car could participate in the 24 Hours of Le Mans. At the last chance, after 17 years of effort, Mazda finally realized its long-held dream to take the overall victory at Le Mans. This victory was not Mazda's alone, but the result of long years of hard work by Mazdaspeed, the drivers, suppliers and the many others involved.

Takashi Yamanouchi, Mazda's representative director, chairman of the board, president and CEO, said, "Mazda is founded on a desire to 'never stop challenging.' This spirit brings Mazda Group employees together across the globe, and it inspires us to achieve the demanding goals we set ourselves. Exactly 50 years ago, in 1961, Mazda commenced development of the rotary engine. The road from this beginning until our 1991 victory at Le Mans, and on to our current SKYACTIV TECHNOLOGY development program, is built upon our spirit of challenge. 2011 is set to be another landmark year for the entire Mazda Group, as we enter our SKYACTIV era with the global introduction of our next-generation vehicles."

Since 1991, the winning Mazda 787B has mostly been on display at the Mazda Museum in Hiroshima, Japan. In preparation for the demonstration at Le Mans, Mazda has carefully restored the winning 787B racecar back to driving condition for the first time since its post-race overhaul in 1991. The work was carried out by current Mazda employees who participated in the company's original Le Mans Challenge Project, along with engineers from Mazda's subsidiary engineering company Mazda E&T. The restored 787B has been tested by one of Mazda's in-house top gun drivers, and its performance has been confirmed by former Mazda factory drivers Yoshimi Katayama, Takashi Yorino and Yojiro Terada at Mazda's Mine Proving Ground in western Japan.

As part of the 20th anniversary celebrations, various members of the 1991 Mazda team will also return to Le Mans. The winning driver Johnny Herbert (England) will be joined by 1991 Mazda drivers David Kennedy (Ireland), Pierre Dieudonné (Belgium) and other team members.

Video footage and photographs of the restoration work and the demonstration at Le Mans will be uploaded on Mazda's official Facebook and YouTube web pages.

The Mazda Facebook page:
 http://www.facebook.com/mazdacom

The Mazda YouTube channel:
 http://www.youtube.com/mazdaofficialweb

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2013 Ktm 250sx

2013 Ktm 250sx

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The Good:

The bike already has alot of power coming out of the crate. Once you dialed in the suspension it really feels comfortable. U can play around with your sprocket settings for different type of tracks to get the best setup.

The Bad:

It can be a handful when coming out of corners and shifting with the clutch is a must.

Overall Review:

This bike feels easy to handle and you can put it anywhere you want as it feels light and user friendly. I ride mostly sand tracks and use 25 hours on piston. The piston is not damaged at all but we like to change it before it will be damaged. The clutch was also changed after 100 hours. Overall it's a really fun bike to ride with.

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Product	KTM 250 SX
Model Year	2013
Engine Size	250cc
Engine Type	1-cylinder Two-Stroke engine, water-cooled, with reed intake and exhaust control
Engine Displacement	249 cm³ (15.19 cu in)
Bore x Stroke	66.4 mm (2.614 in) x 72 mm (2.83 in)
Compression Ratio	13:48
Fuel System
Ignition	Contactless controlled fully electronic ignition with digital ignition adjustment, type Kokusan
Transmission	5-gear, claw shifted
Final Drive	Chain 5/8 x 1/4"
Suspension Front	WP Suspension Up Side Down 4860 MXMA CC; 300 mm (11.81 in) travel
Suspension Rear	WP Suspension 5018 BAVP DCC; 330 mm (12.99 in) travel
Brakes Front	Disc brakes, brake calipers on floating bearings; 260 mm (10.24 in)
Brakes Rear	Disc brakes, brake calipers on floating bearings; 220 mm (8.66 in)
Tires Front	Pirelli Scorpion
Tires Rear	Pirelli Scorpion
Overall Length
Overall Width
Overall Height
Seat Height	992 mm (39.06 in)
Wheelbase	1,495±10 mm (58.86±0.39 in)
Ground Clearance	385 mm (15.16 in)
Rake/Trail
Fuel Capacity	7.5 l (1.98 US gal) Super unleaded gasoline, mixed with 2-stroke engine oil (1:60)
Curb Weight	97 kg (214 lb.)
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Price	$7,099
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