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The Motorcycle of the Future Has Arrived

Jeez, this thing is cool, and built in the USA!

The Motorcycle of the Future Has Arrived

This is the MotoCzysz E1PC. It is electric. It is almost certainly the most advanced motorcycle on the planet. And it is the future.

We told you moto-genius Michael Czysz — pronounced sizz — was building another contender for the TT Zero electric motorcycle race on the Isle of Man. But we caught up with him early in the build and he wasn’t providing details or pics. Now that the bike’s hit the track, Wes Siler of Hell For Leather has all the details on the MotoCzysz E1PC in a piece posted over at Popular Science.

This bike is bad-ass, no two ways about it. It has a custom-built 12.5-kilowatt-hour lithium polymer battery that can be swapped in seconds. The custom-built, oil-cooled motor generates 100 horsepower (continuous) and 250 pound-feet of torque. It all hangs from a custom frame. Of course, it’s got the usual top-shelf hardware. Ohlins. Brembo. You know the drill.

Czyzs and his crew in Portland, Oregon, were literally buttoning the bike up before the first practice session on the Isle of Man, having just gotten the body panels through customs. No one had tested the bike before, but rider Mark Miller smoked the field during practice, finishing more than three minutes ahead of the competition. The bike hit a top speed of 140 mph and lapped the 37.7-mile course at an average speed of 94.66 mph.

For all the high-tech componentry, the E1PC is designed first and foremost as a motorcycle, so it’s meant to be hammered. Many bikes racing in the TTXGP series suffer ground-clearance issues when leaning into a turn, but the E1PC has no such trouble. Siler says riders accustomed to a conventional sportbike will feel right at home on the E1PC.

Take a close look at the pics. You’re looking at the future of motorcycling.

Photos: Amadeus Photography. More after the jump and over at PopSci.

Read More http://www.wired.com/autopia/2010/06/motoczysz-e1pc/#ixzz0rsuL3EB2

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Posted on June 25, 2010 by , Reply

3,000 mile oil changes don’t apply anymore

This press release just came out from Royal Purple, another synthetic. These points are all valid, but of course we would recommend Amsoil. Amsoil has been doing this since 1972, and Royal Purple was founded in 1986. If you want to compare the oils, check our article on motorcycle oil which includes detailed and exhaustive graphs. The points made about extended drain intervals, quality filters, and “oil life monitors” are all good information.

GRANBURY, TX, June 24, 2010 /24-7PressRelease/ — We’ve all heard the saying “Change your oil every 3,000 miles.” Well times have changed, and the old “3,000 mile” adage may or may not apply to your vehicle. The 3000-mile oil change is a conservative approach to maintaining your vehicle that, according to General Motors, dates back to 1968. It’s also an oil change interval that the automotive oil change industry continues to encourage.

Automobile manufacturers cite modern oil and engine technology as the reasons why oil change intervals can be extended. Numerous factors come into play when determining the oil change interval you should follow including: the vehicle you drive and how you drive it, oil and filter selection, and if your vehicle has an oil life monitoring system.

Every manufacturer establishes recommended oil change intervals for each model they produce. Oil change intervals are now 5,000 – 7,500 miles for many new cars. If you’re not sure where your vehicle fits in this range, consult your owner’s manual or ask your oil change professional at your next service appointment.

Understanding the Oil Life Monitoring System
A relatively new technology impacting oil change intervals is the oil life monitor. Many people are unaware that oil life monitor systems are simply computer software algorithms that determine when to change oil based on engine operating conditions. An oil life monitor considers mileage, speed and idling time to calculate when you should change the oil. A better name for the oil life monitor would be “oil life predictor.”

There is no actual oil condition sensor. No chemical analysis of the oil takes. In fact, you could drain the oil and replace it with any fluid and the oil change monitor would have no way of knowing it. Additionally, the oil life monitor does not check how well your oil filter is filtering the oil in your system. Contaminated oil is just as, if not more, harmful than oxidized motor oil. The bottom line is that an oil life monitor is a useful tool that should be used in conjunction with common sense and good judgment. Whether or not you have an oil change monitor, if your car is still under warranty, continue to follow the car manufacturer’s recommended oil change intervals.

Extend Your Oil Changes by Upgrading to Synthetic
If your car is no longer under warranty, you can extend your oil change intervals by upgrading to synthetic motor oil. This will reduce the number of oil changes saving you time and money, and reducing the amount of oil purchased and disposed.

There are a number of quality synthetic motor oils available to choose from. Most lubricant manufacturers will give a recommended number of miles you can drive between oil changes under normal conditions. The number of miles you can allow between oil changes will depend on the way you drive and the oxidation stability (useful oil life) of the motor oil.

Oxidation stability is measured by the ASTM’s rigorous Thin Film Oxidation Uptake Test (TFOUT). The test is so severe that it lasts 1300 minutes. Conventional motor oils typically last less than 300 minutes. Synthetic motor oils typically last less than 500 minutes. One high performance synthetic motor oil, Royal Purple has been shown to outlast the duration of the test. Royal Purple motor oils are recommended to extend oil changes intervals to 12,000 miles under normal driving conditions. It has also been shown to improve fuel economy and performance, while reducing emissions. You can find out more at www.royalpurple.com or ask your oil change professional at any quick change place that carries Royal Purple.

Upgrade Your Oil Filter with Your Upgraded Oil
If you elect to upgrade your motor oil, you should also upgrade your oil filter. Low quality filters are often made with the 3,000 mile interval in mind and may go into ‘bypass’ mode shortly thereafter. There are premium oil filters on the market from manufacturers such as Royal Purple, Wix, Purolator and K&N. Check the recommended filter change interval on any filter your purchase (each filter will be rated for a different mile interval) or ask your oil change professional during your next service.

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Posted on June 24, 2010 by , Reply

AMSOIL Preferred Customer

AMSOIL Preferred Customer

AMSOIL Preferred Customers purchase AMSOIL products at wholesale cost, without the responsibilities of owning a Dealership. This PC (Preferred Customer) account costs $10.00 per 6 months, or $20.00 for a year. This is easily recovered in savings. Savings are typically 15% to 25% off of retail, and yhou can order directly by phone or online. For example, the engine fogger is $5.85 retail, and only $4.50 for a Preferred Customer,  with similar savings on other products
Preferred Customer Memberships are recommended for people who are not necessarily interested in the business opportunity, but want the lowest possible prices on the best lubrication and filtration products for their vehicles and equipment. Preferred Customers pay the same low prices for AMSOIL products that AMSOIL Dealers pay.
Ten dollars gets you a six-month trial Preferred Customer membership for buying AMSOIL products at wholesale prices. Here is what Preferred Customers get:

  • Preferred Customers buy AMSOIL products at wholesale prices. The discount price is 15-25% less than regular retail prices. If you buy $100 of AMSOIL products a year, a Preferred Customer membership will save you money!

  • Preferred Customer memberships may be renewed indefinitely for only $20/year.

  • Preferred Customers can change the status of their membership to an AMSOIL Dealership (Change of Status Form) at any time.

  • Preferred Customers receive an information kit on AMSOIL products and the monthly AMSOIL product, racing and application magazine, the AMSOIL Action
    News.

Become an Amsoil Preferred Customer and purchase AMSOIL products at Dealer cost. If you add the 6-month or 1-year membership to your shopping cart, you can immediately add products to your shopping cart at the discounted price along with your membership. You will receive your Preferred Customer Membership pack in the mail in 7 to 10 business days. This is the best, quickest way to get low cost Amsoil quickly. By adding the Preferred Customer membership to your order, you get the lower cost on everything in the order!

Next steps to become a Preferred Customer;

Phone; To become an Amsoil Preferred Customer simply call 1-800-956-5695, and tell the phone operator you would like to become an Amsoil Preferred Customer. You will need your VISA card number handy when you call. When the operator asks for your Customer Number tell them: 313120.

Email me if you have any questions or need any help. Email me after you sign up and I’ll send you a coffee cup or something similar.

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Posted on June 24, 2010 by , Reply

AMSOIL Announces New Engine Fogging Oil

AMSOIL Engine Fogging Oil

Read more and BUY IT HERE! $5.85/can plus shipping, $4.50/can for Preferred Customers.

AMSOIL Announces New Engine Fogging Oil

June 23, 2010

AMSOIL INC., the leader in synthetic lubrication and performance products, announces the introduction of a new premium engine fogging oil that offers superior film retention and provides long-term protection against rust and corrosion. The aerosol spray formulation offers easy and clean applications, while reaching more components and offering better distribution than straight motor oil.

Two-and four-stroke recreational vehicles, hand held power equipment, small engines, construction, and farm equipment are commonly operated seasonally or infrequently, then stored for long periods of time. During these periods of inactivity, and as a result of fluctuations in temperature, equipment is left vulnerable to the formation of condensation that causes surface corrosion on steel and iron compounds. It may also dry out cylinders, which can cause permanent damage when the equipment is dry started.

Motor oil for two-and four-stroke engines often acts as a barrier to keep condensate from contacting engine parts and forming corrosion. Yet, motor oils lose their effectiveness through time. The most effective way to make sure the oil gets distributed into the internal engine parts is to use an aerosol fogging oil. AMSOIL Engine Fogging Oil is applied through the engine intake or carburetor as the engine is running for a complete distribution of oil onto engine parts. It is easier, more effective and cleaner than pouring motor oil into the engine cylinders and manually rotating the engine. AMSOIL Fogging Oil is invaluable to all small engine owners.

12-oz. aerosol cans of AMSOIL Engine Fogging Oil may be purchased singly or in case quantities.

AMSOIL has been the recognized leader in synthetic lubrication since 1972. For more information about AMSOIL synthetic motor oils and performance products contact your nearest AMSOIL distributor, or call AMSOIL at (715) 392-7101 or 1-800-777-8491. AMSOIL INC., AMSOIL Building, Superior, WI 54880.

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Posted on June 23, 2010 by , Reply

Become an Amsoil Dealer

Become an Amsoil Dealer

AMSOIL products are sold through independent Dealers. People like you. People who want extra money, something to do in their spare time, even a full-time business.You can start an independent AMSOIL Dealership for under $50 and put as much — or as little — time into it as you want. The outstanding products offered by AMSOIL comprise a rock-solid base upon which to build your business.

We can help. If you’re serious, email me about some of the ways we can help you get started. We will also provide free website hosting and domain for new dealers.

  • Minimal start-up fee
  • No inventory requirements
  • No territory restrictions
  • No capital investment
  • No employee expenses or requirements

The current trend in the United States is small business. Owning your own business guarantees you the freedom to work on your own terms and the opportunity to set your own goals. AMSOIL offers all the advantages of a franchise without the large initial investment. There are many advantages to the AMSOIL opportunity that you simply won’t find in other business opportunities.

And above all, AMSOIL provides Dealers with an excellent support system to help them develop their businesses. Brochures, tapes, regular meetings, technical services — everything you need to begin and build your business is available from AMSOIL.

There are several ways to start your Amsoil Dealership.

– $95 for a twelve-month registration , Business Manual, and Literature Pack.
– $65 for a twelve-month registration and Business Manual. (Suggested for new
dealers)
– $30 for a twelve-month registration and Starter Kit
– $15 for a six-month registration and Starter kit.

With either the $15 or $30 registration, a new Dealer receives the starter kit, which includes information on the basics of starting and running the business. For example, the starter kit includes documents on how to start your business, marketing information, price lists, product catalogs, forms, and a host of other information. The starter kit will do just that, get the dealer started with a base level understanding of how the business works. It is recommended that any new Dealer register with the $65, twelve-month option, which includes the G-700 Business Manual. This package of documents covers the entire business program:

– Detailed information on implementing and utilizing each business model.
– Product price lists for each business model, including Dealer, Retail on the Shelf, and Commercial pricing.
– Product, literature, and promotional catalogs for the Dealer.
The other cost a new Dealer may choose to incur is listed as an option on the
Registration Application. The optional cost is $30 for a G-1312 Literature Pack. This pack is recommended by AMSOIL for all new dealers. The literature pack has information on nearly every product AMSOIL has available for the dealer. It would only make sense for a Dealer to have this packet if he expects to be successful in conducting his business. You must know the products in order to sell them.

Next steps to become a dealer;

Phone; To become an Amsoil Dealer simply call 1-800-956-5695, and tell the phone operator you would like to become an Amsoil Dealer. You will need your VISA card number handy when you call. When the operator asks for your Customer Number tell them: 313120.

Online; Use this link to request information. This is the easiest; it’s a quick online form.

Mail in form Click on this link to open a .pdf form that you can fill out and mail in to Amsoil.com to get your Amsoil Dealership set up. This is the quickest. You can also fill this out and have it handy when you call Amsoil so you have all of the information needed while on the phone.

Email me if you have any questions or need any help. Email me after you sign up and I’ll send you a coffee cup or something similar.

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Posted on June 23, 2010 by , Reply
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