Enduro - Supermoto & Motocross Challenge - On electric motorcycles

Denmark is hosting the United Nations Climate Change Conference in December 2009. Barack Obama and leaders from around the world, has expressed hope for an “important deal” at the upcoming Copenhagen conference on climate change Cop15

Follow the Eco Enduro Event at: www.supermotard.dk (11 - 13 December) or at ecoenduro.com

Dirtbike Racing without any Noise

Topriders from all over the World will join this FIM Eco friendly motorcycle race in Denmark.
3 days of immense endurance on electric bikes will bring the riders through heaven and hell in the Danish winter. All of the competitors will be racing electric bikes such as Quantya, Zero and others.

Eco Enduro 2009 Denmark

Confirmed Riders

At the World First environmental friendly Enduro race for electrical competition motorbikes:

• Joel Smith
• Stefan Everts
• Brian Kjær Jørgensen
• Pål Anders Ullevålseter
• Mikkel Caprani
• David Casteu
• Ruben Faria
• Luca Manca
• Fabien Planet

All of the riders has professional experience in Motocross, Supermoto, Enduro and Dakar Rally etc..

Get dirty in Denmark

Daily updates during Eco Enduro 2009 at Supermotard Denmark

Electric Dirtbikes from ZERO

Keep yourself updated at www.supermotard.dk

at the Frensch Supercross event at Bercy, November 2008

James " Bubba" Stewart

American wonderboy from Florida, James Stewart took gold in SX at Bercy 2008.

Stewart has signed up for Yamaha in 2009…

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Chad Reed

The 2009 version of Suzuki’s fuel-injected RM-Z450 motocrosser will be unveiled at this week’s Australian Motorcycle Expo Melbourne by dual and defending World and AMA Supercross Champion Chad Reed.

The first mass-produced motocrosser to feature a fuel-injected engine, the RM-Z450 has revolutionised off-road racing, taking Suzuki to the 2008 FIM MX1 Manufacturers World Championship.

Locally, it’s currently undefeated in the new Australasian Supercross Championship with Reed at the helm.

Sporting a bold new look, the covers was taken off the 2009 Suzuki RM-Z450 on 30 October by Reed, with the new model and a replica of the international superstar’s racing machine remaining on display for the remainder of the expo.

“The RM-Z450 is the ultimate off-road racer and Suzuki is excited to give enthusiasts attending the Melbourne Expo a preview of the new-look, 2009 model,” said Perry Morison, General Manager, Motorcycles, Suzuki Australia.

“Around the globe, the RM-Z450 has been a standout performer and has dominated the opening three rounds of the Australasian Supercross Championship with Chad Reed.”

With a 449cc, four-stroke, single-cylinder, liquid cooled, DOHC, 4-valve powerplant, the RM-Z450 features an Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) system, delivering impressive power throughout its rpm range.

The EFI system was the first on a mass-production motocross machine, utilising Suzuki’s fuel-injection racing experience with the GSX-R sports bike range and the QuadRacer 450 ATV.

A battery-less internal fuel pump provides stable pressure delivery to operate the fuel injection system and utilises an upgraded 43mm Keihin throttle body specifically designed for motocross.

The RM-Z450’s sophisticated 18-pin magneto senses feedback on crankshaft position, rotation speed and stroke which is fed back to the ECU to calculate optimum injection and ignition timings.

Suzuki’s combustion chamber combined with an NGK iridium spark plug provides outstanding power output and low-to-mid range response, with the exhaust port and cam timing tuned to provide maximum engine performance.

Enabling low crankshaft placement and a low centre of gravity, the semi-dry-sump lubrication system features separate oil chambers for the transmission and crankshaft, using the transmission as the oil sump.

Offering smooth and rapid gear changes, the five-speed, constant mesh transmission on the RM-Z450 incorporates a link-type shifting mechanism.

A right handlebar-mounted hot starter helps riders get the RM-Z450 underway quickly and easily, while allowing their left hand to focus on clutch operation.

A lightweight, twin-spar aluminium frame offers incredibly agile handling and unmatched performance over bumps, while rider comfort and manoeuvrability is optimised by a slim riding position.

Suzuki’s race-bred suspension features a lightweight swingarm delivering precise handling and smooth performance over bumps. Showa cartridge-style front forks are fully adjustable for rebound and compression settings, while the Showa rear shock absorber has fully adjustable high and low speed compression, rebound and pre-load settings.

Race-inspired, disc-brake wave rotors on the RM-Z450 minimise temperature and deflect mud, while placement of the footpeg mounting bracket and footrest prevents mud from caking up.

The Suzuki’s bodywork combines slim, aggressive styling with impressive aerodynamic performance, including a sloped front fender to guide fresh air into the radiators which feature two-tone moulded-plastic shrouds.

Complementing a new Solid Black / Champion Yellow livery and distinctive new graphics, the 2009 RM-Z450 is fitted with a gold-coloured chain and yellow numberplate for a full factory look.

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Stewart set the stage coming into tonight’s main event, winning the superpole, which put him two steps away from claiming the $250,000 Trifecta bonus award. Rockstar Makita Suzuki’s Chad Reed, of Dade City, Fla., stopped Stewart from winning the $250,000 when he won the holeshot award. Yamaha’s Broc Hepler, of Kittanning, Pa., followed Reed through turn one and Stewart started in fourth.

Reed led the first 16 laps before suffering a major crash that allowed Stewart to move into the lead. Red Bull Honda’s Andrew Short, of Smithville, Texas, moved into second place, where he finished. Reed finished third.

In the overall, Red Bull Honda’s Ivan Tedesco, of Tallahassee, Fla., finished second and Rockstar Makita Suzuki’s Ryan Dungey, of Belle, Plaine, Minn., finished third.

“I wanted to come here and do good for the team,” said Stewart. “I was lucky that Chad made a mistake for me. It was a great night and I am glad that we put on a great race for the fans.”

Jesse Nelson bounced back from a rough ride Friday night to win the Alpinestars 85cc Mini Invitational. While trailing Nelson, Joe Savatgy, who finished second last night, crashed the timing section, giving up his chase for the lead. Austin Politelli, who won last night’s main event, finished second place tonight and won the overall.

Rockstar Energy Drink U.S. Open Overall Results:

1. James Stewart, Yamaha (1-1)
2. Ivan Tedesco, Honda (5-4)
3. Ryan Dungey, Suzuki (5-4)
4. Andrew Short, Honda (9-2)
5. Justin Brayton, KTM (4-9)
6. Josh Hill, Yamaha (3-12)
7. Michael Byrne, Suzuki (7-6)
8. Chad Reed, Suzuki (14-3)
9. Thomas Hahn, Kawasaki (8-13)
10. Broc Hepler, Yamaha (6-11)

Foto: Yamaha