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Non Gaming Discussions => Off-Topic => Topic started by: Cyrus on September 04, 2003, 07:31:14 AM

Title: I want this Motorcycle!!!
Post by: Cyrus on September 04, 2003, 07:31:14 AM
The Future is Here!

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The Y2K is the world\'s first turbine powered street legal motorcycle of its type. Powered by a Rolls Royce Allison gas turbine engine running on diesel fuel, the Y2K has demonstrated over 300 horsepower and 425 ft/lbs of torque on the Dyno Jet 200.

Weighing in at just over 460 lbs the Y2K rides like a sport bike with the acceleration of a top fuel dragster.

Specifications - Y2K Turbine Superbike

Frame: Aluminum alloy

Rake: 27 degrees

Weight: 500 pounds

Seat Height: 31.5 inches

Wheel Base: 68 inches

Wheels: Dymag Carbon Fiber 17"

Tires: Front: 120 60ZR17 (Pirelli)

Rear: 200 50ZR17 (Pirelli)

Front forks: 55 mm inverted

Shocks: Mono-shock adjustable oleopneumatic (Ohlins)

Brakes: Front: 2 x 320 mm floating system - 4 piston calipers (Brembo)

Rear: 2 x 320 mm floating system - 4 piston calipers (Brembo)

Engine: Allison Rolls Royce 250 Gas Turbine

Power: 320 hp @ 52,000 rpm (286 hp @ rear wheel)

Output RPM: 6,000 rpm

Torque: 425 ft lbs @ 2,000 rpm

Compressor speed: 54,000 rpm

Fuel: Diesel, Kerosene, Jet A

Lubrication: Dry-sump/ 3.5 quarts turbine oil

Transmission: Two-speed automatic or manual

Rear Mirrors: Concealed color display (LCD) for rear mounted camera

Fuel Capacity: 8.5 gallons (34 liters)

Performance
Estimated Top Speed: 250 mph
1/4 Mile: 9.80 @ 160 mph
0-227 mph in 15.0 sec.

Price
$185,000

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Notice the 1/4 miles is pretty good but it goes 0-227 in 15.0 sec.

I have wood......... :eek:
Title: I want this Motorcycle!!!
Post by: videoholic on September 04, 2003, 07:43:53 AM
http://www.westcoastchoppers.com/

I\'d take an El Diablo over that thing any day.  Although it\'s rather impressive to say the least.
Title: I want this Motorcycle!!!
Post by: GmanJoe on September 04, 2003, 07:55:32 AM
I saw that on the History Channel for bikes. Jay Leno was riding the Y2K and he said that no one knows what the top speed on is. The fastest ever on that bike was 230mph until the rider backed off.
Title: I want this Motorcycle!!!
Post by: Coredweller on September 04, 2003, 08:11:33 AM
Overkill.  No one needs that kind of power-to-weight ratio.  As long as the price stays $185,000, I have no problem with it.  However, if it drops to $60,000 or $50,000, people might actually start buying them.

Actually, so what?  Let them kill themselves.  It shouldn\'t affect me.  I\'d rather have a vehicle that can corner fast, than a 2-wheeled freak like this with such tiny contact patches.  Notice how it runs on almost anything.... Diesel, Kerosene, JP A...  Pretty funny.  I wonder what\'s cheapest?  Certainly not jet fuel.
Title: I want this Motorcycle!!!
Post by: Kurt Angle on September 04, 2003, 09:12:08 AM
A deathtrap on 2 wheels.
Title: I want this Motorcycle!!!
Post by: videoholic on September 04, 2003, 09:34:24 AM
In that avatar Kurt, it kind of looks like Brittaney is eating Madonna, not kissing.

Not that there is anything wrong with that.
Title: I want this Motorcycle!!!
Post by: Cyrus on September 04, 2003, 12:41:32 PM
its the stares factor can you image pulling up to a light with the sound of a turbine I mean it has to be just disturbing.
Title: I want this Motorcycle!!!
Post by: kopking on September 04, 2003, 12:50:27 PM
looks horrible imo
Title: I want this Motorcycle!!!
Post by: Lord Nicon on September 04, 2003, 02:21:31 PM
Yeah it looks goofy. The seat looks like it would hurt like a bitch. I like the whole turbine idea. Really futuristic but it has no place in society. And with that price tag? Please. 230....Damn
Title: I want this Motorcycle!!!
Post by: Cyrus on September 05, 2003, 07:28:34 AM
Allright well how bout a Jet Turbine truck??? From the same manufacturer.

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or a boat?

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Title: I want this Motorcycle!!!
Post by: Kurt Angle on September 05, 2003, 07:46:48 AM
These have quite a few horses under the hood

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Title: I want this Motorcycle!!!
Post by: GmanJoe on September 05, 2003, 09:49:15 AM
Tractor pulls?????

I can hear the banjos playing just looking at those pics. :p
Title: I want this Motorcycle!!!
Post by: Tyrant on September 05, 2003, 10:02:36 AM
boy would i love to hear that bike roar down a 1/4 mile stretch.

Quote
Originally posted by videoholic
http://www.westcoastchoppers.com/

I\'d take an El Diablo over that thing any day.  Although it\'s rather impressive to say the least.

yeah those diablos are awesome, tho i prefer the theme bikes made by OCC (http://www.orangecountychoppers.com).
Title: I want this Motorcycle!!!
Post by: videoholic on September 05, 2003, 10:23:44 AM
Yeah, but OCC essentially bolts on someone elses tanks and fenders.  Jesse builds his own.  That is the mac daddy.

They both make suite bikes, but I think West Coast has the edge in quality.

Speaking of OCC, the guys who built the fire hydrant carburetor for the fire bike are coming to be on our show in a couple weeks.  I guess they are bringing one with them to show.  They are putting one of their carbs on a 351 mustang we are doing.
Title: I want this Motorcycle!!!
Post by: Cyrus on September 05, 2003, 10:24:19 AM
I watch that damn show every monday American Chopper and the theme bike are very cool to "look" at alot of hard work just plain freaking awsome, That said I would never ever drive one way to much something.... The Diablo 2 I would drive did you know thats the only style he makes...