BnB Tom
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Where'd old times go?
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« on: July 10, 2008, 03:36:15 PM » |
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Wanderer
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« Reply #1 on: July 10, 2008, 04:13:11 PM » |
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auto tranny? Hmmmmmmm. Maybe Sharon will get one of those? ~Jeff
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More Valk Pics...had a couple of Valks once upon a time 2004 DRZ400S 2005 GS1200 1978 CB550K 1977 CB550F
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Dag
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I have a love affair with a bumblebee
Country Rep. Norway
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« Reply #2 on: July 10, 2008, 05:15:39 PM » |
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I have collected a lot of information about the EVO6. Here is my photochopped version:  Here is the Human-Friendly Transmission (HFT)  I subscribe to all news about this motorcycle. You will find the details here: http://www.valkyrienorway.com/evo6.html |
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The question is not what you look at...but what you see...
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BnB Tom
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Where'd old times go?
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« Reply #3 on: July 11, 2008, 05:10:50 AM » |
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Dag, You need to submit your version of the EVO to Honda. It looks more like what I would like to see in a new Valk.
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Thalas'shaya
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« Reply #4 on: July 11, 2008, 07:50:38 AM » |
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hear, hear! i would be interested in it if it didn't look quite so much like a dirtbike. maybe dag could get on the creative design team over at honda and help them with the cruiser version? the crevo-6?
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Thanks to the Interstate Highway System, it is now possible to travel from coast to coast without seeing anything. - Charles Kuralt  (for my records- VRCC#26048) |
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DrewDanube
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« Reply #6 on: July 11, 2008, 08:20:12 AM » |
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The one feature that I REALLY like is the Single Sided Swingarm. Imagine undoing 5 bolts and having your wheel off... When I was changing my tire, I will admit I was cursing and asking myself repeatedly why I didn't get the BMW LT...then when I was done and was riding I remembered  It looks like a true power-cruiser to me...something akin to the 2009 v-max... Drew |
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And into the great beyond I go...
previous bikes:
Suzuki Intruder 1400
KLR650
V-Max
FZ-6
Bandit 1200S
Hyosung Avitar GV0650 (sold!)
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godfire
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Republic of Texas
Living the dream in Sharonville, OH - with Sharon!
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« Reply #7 on: July 11, 2008, 10:18:01 PM » |
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Hey Dag,
Since you are taking over the design, tell them to drop the automatic transmission.
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BnB Tom
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Where'd old times go?
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« Reply #8 on: July 12, 2008, 05:54:50 AM » |
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... make it a six speed standard instead! And yes, the chrome version is pretty cool too.
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Dag
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I have a love affair with a bumblebee
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« Reply #9 on: July 15, 2008, 12:44:28 AM » |
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I´m curious about this transmission.
The HFT transmission have a selection of two automatic shifting modes:
D - Mode for ordinary riding
S - Mode for "sporty" riding
And a 6-speed manual mode, which gives riders the option of riding with a manual transmission feel.
"Characteristics of the HFT
A transmission system with a wide range of functions in a single unit, the HFT is a compact and highly efficient infinitely variable transmission system encompassing functions for starting, power transmission and shifting, all on a single shaft. The basic configuration of the system consists of an oil pump for converting engine power into hydraulic pressure, and an oil motor for converting the hydraulic pressure back into power for output. Both are made up of multiple pistons, a distributor valve and a swash plate for piston operation, while the cylinders are integrated into the output shaft, forming the characteristic structure of the HFT.
The HFT also features the world’s first* lockup mechanism for an infinitely variable hydraulic mechanical transmission. When cruising, this lockup mechanism works to minimize transmission efficiency losses, contributing to improved fuel economy."
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DrewDanube
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« Reply #10 on: July 15, 2008, 07:41:25 AM » |
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Sounds like a CVT that they are making feel like its stepped.
If you could get over the disconnect, having it work like CVT is supposed could really up the performance...maybe not on a H-6...but on a bike like the Interceptor (V-4 with V-Tech) you could have it scream at peak HP and let the transmission keep it there.
No one would like it though...would sound horrible and feel extremely weird. Thats why the CVT's in cars imitate regular gear boxes.
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And into the great beyond I go...
previous bikes:
Suzuki Intruder 1400
KLR650
V-Max
FZ-6
Bandit 1200S
Hyosung Avitar GV0650 (sold!)
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