Honda's sales don't bend

Motor manufacturer Honda ended the first quarter of 2012 with a dominating market motorcycles in Indonesia. The market share of the motor reaches a wing feature the 55% with 1.063.695 units of motorcycles.

On the basis of the data industry association Sepedamotor Indonesia (AISI), along with the January-March this year, PT Astra Honda Motor, Honda motorcycle manufacturer in Indonesia recorded sales growth of 7.5% compared to the same period last year which was only 989.862 units.

Honda's sales growth is much higher in comparison with the growth of the national market that declined.

Quarter I this year, total sales of motorbikes nationwide recorded 1.931.677 units or down 2.7% compared to the same period last year, 1.985.800 units.

Deputy General Manager Sales Division AHM Thomas Wijaya revealed Honda positive sales growth in the first quarter is increasingly widened the gap with the nearest competitor by a market share of 18%.

"Thank you for consumer confidence towards products and after-sales service motor Honda became a major key to this achievement. We are constantly trying to increase consumer satisfaction in every achievement, "he said in a press release, Friday (13/4/2012).

Motor Sales contributor

Honda Skutik BeAT and Honda Vario series became the largest contributor to this achievement. During the first quarter of this year, I BeAT Honda has sold 314.263 units or grew by 32% compared to the same period last year which was only 237.631 units.

Honda Vario series recorded has sold 232.059 units. Latest motorcycle Honda Vario Techno 125 PGM-FI becomes compromised.

Overall, Honda skutik during this period have sold 649.794 unit with additional sales of the Honda Scoopy 46.800 units, 55.757 units Honda Spacy series, and 915 units Honda PCX. In this segment, Honda Motorcycle designation as King of the more solid after grabbing Skutik 61,58% market share.

In the segment of the duck, the dominance of the Honda sales also immovable. In the first three months of this year recorded has sold 366.829 units Honda moped. This strengthens the position of Honda achievement as King Underbones with 57,3% market share.

Honda's sales in segment duck contributed by Honda Revo series amounted to 127.374 units, the Honda Supra series Pallets of 176.155 units, and Honda's New Blade of 63,300 units.

In the segment sport, sales of Honda MegaPro AHM donated by series of 34.229 units, Honda Tiger series of 42621 units, Honda CBR series of 4,422 units, and Honda CS1 of 1988 the unit.

Sources: Oto.Detik.Com in Indonesian translated into English

Audi official "areca nut" Ducati

Audi AG official finally proposed to Italy motorcycle manufacturer, Ducati. In fact, according to two sources who know this internally and reported by the autonews, the acquisition will be announced next week (18/4/2012), before the annual meeting of the Volkswagen Group.

The process of purchasing the stock Ducati by premium brand VW is somewhat smooth, almost no barriers means. The main shareholder Investindustrial previously agreed Ducati, talking with Audi exclusively so that no other party.

With this, the Ducati will be increasingly strong position as a challenger to the BMW Motorcycle premium. In addition, VW will complement the portfolio with more diverse product range from motorcycles to trucks "heavy duty" in the global automotive industry.

This acquisition also allowed Ducati to develop new technology for its new machine. Audi also already experienced acquires Lamborghini since 1998 and continues to develop the supercar's sophisticated technology is getting.There has been no comment from VW and Audi AG as the parent of this acquisition.

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The deal the two companies also reported Italy's newspaper, Corriere della Sera, who wrote the signing of acquisition will be done next week. In its report, described the Audi was given eight times negotiating exclusively with Ducati until April 15, 2012. After that, should explore new Investindustrial other prospective buyers.

Transaction value explanation yet. Last month mentioned the value of 850 million euros just to purchase the company. Audi acquires Ducati since the desire arises since 2005 ago. At that time, they were moving from the previous owner of Texas Pacific Group, but lost to Investindustrial.

Sources: Otomotif.Kompas.Com in Indonesian translated into English

Tips On Caring For Your Motorcycle

As capital transport that could break through the traffic jam, the indeed no second motor. But that performance remains optimal, never neglecting the care of motorcycles.

The following tips are easy to care for motorcycles:

1. check the condition of the oil, because oil was instrumental to lubricate the engine components, such as piston, piston, stang and ring piston, crutches and u.s. or u.s. noken stang-valve. If the lubricating oil is already colored blackish or suppleness of lubricating power, then it should be reduced immediately replaced with oil in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.

2. check the condition of the accu. Do not let water accu crossed the line the maximum and minimum which resulted in damage to the sped up can cells accu. Add a battery in the morning. Immediately replace the battery if the battery has already started or weakened.

3. check the chain and gir. Don't let the chain too slack or too tight. Also check condition of the Overdrive, if already sharply soon change because if not chain can suddenly break.

4. check the coil and spark plug wires. Immediately replace the cable that it looks already quite aged and many visible cracks and hardening on the wire. Do not forget to note the existence of the spark plug spark plug because it is very vital to the smooth running of a vehicle's engine.

5. Note the hose the petrol. Do not let gasoline hose condition or case hardened cracks, because the inside of the hose could be is not elastic and resulted in the pollen impurities originating from the hose are carried into the carburetor.

6. heat engines for two minutes. Preheat the engine before the motor is run in order to be able to lubricate the entire circulating inside the machine that moves.

7. check the wind pressure tires. Don't be too hard and also not less because it can result in damaged motorcycle tire flower.

8. always use original spare parts.

The results of Qatar MotoGP: Lorenzo Champion

Jorge Lorenzo eventually beat Casey Stoner in Losail Circuit, Qatar. In a race exciting the 22 series in the desert circuit on Sunday (04.08.12) night, the Yamaha rider beat defending champion. In fact, Stoner, who won the previous five seasons at four wins, also lost in the Repsol Honda teammate Dani Pedrosa.

When the race three laps remaining, Stoner, Lorenzo and Pedrosa dilibas, so the 2007 and 2011 world champion had to settle for number three on the podium. Qatar GP series opener was a prime era MotoGP 1000 cc engine. In this matter, MotoGP comes with an additional nine new face of the CRT team, which is a new category in the most prestigious class.

Qatar GP Results (Post-Rider-Team/Car-Time/Gap)

1. Jorge Lorenzo Yamaha 42m44.214s
2. Dani Pedrosa Honda 0.852s
3. Casey Stoner 2.908s Honda
4. Cal Crutchlow Tech 3 Yamaha 17.114s
5. Andrea Dovizioso Tech 3 Yamaha 17.420s
6. Nicky Hayden Ducati 28.413s
7. Alvaro Bautista Gresini Honda 28.446s
8. Stefan Bradl LCR Honda 29.464s
9. Hector Barbera Pramac Ducati 31.384s
10. Valentino Rossi Ducati 33.665s
11. Ben Spies Yamaha 56.907s
12. Colin Edwards Forward Suter-BMW 58.088s
13. Randy de Puniet Aspar Aprilia 1m10.650s
14. Yonny Hernandez Avintia FTR-Kawasaki 1m15.943s
15. Aleix Espargaro Aspar Aprilia 1m26.733s
16. Ivan Silva Avintia FTR-Kawasaki 1m43.327s
17. Mattia Pasini Aprilia 1m47.419s Speed ​​Master
18. James Ellison Paul Bird Aprilia 1m51.882s
19. Michele Pirro Gresini-Honda FTR 7 laps

Retirements:

Danilo Petrucci Ioda-Aprilia 15 laps
Karel Abraham Cardion Ducati 7 laps

(tribunnews.com)

Ducati GP12 Launches on Facebook

After being in limbo, Ducati has finally released its latest bike, the Desmosedici GP12 for the 2012 MotoGP season. Although only through the social networking site Facebook, the introduction of approximately 100 thousand fans witnessed around the world via streaming link.

In fact, the two flagship Ducati rider, Valentino Rossi and Nicky Hayden did not want to miss new appearance to comment on their mounts.

Who first commented on The Doctor is a new color to the GP12 motorcycle that combines red, white and green as the color of the Italian national flag. "This motor is beautiful, you feel something special when I saw this bike, especially if you are Italian. This is a motor that crave the honor, "he said.

Seven-time MotoGP world champion was also tested GP12 reveals his experiences in pre-season MotoGP test session held at the Sepang Circuit, Malaysia.

"The first test at Sepang went so well. Although there are still some problems at the back, we tried to resolve the issue during the second test in Sepang, but we can not completely solve it, so a second test is worse than the first test, "he regrets.

However, Rossi still optimistic, and realistic, about the new season later. He said that Ducati must be constantly evolving, so that it can achieve better results from the 2011 season, which is his debut with Ducati.

Jorge Lorenzo was not patiently to riding the YZR-M1

Yamaha rider Jorge Lorenzo claimed'm looking forward to riding the YZR-M1 MotoGP series opener at the Losail Circuit, Qatar, 8 April. Spanish rider on the podium is optimistic.

One that makes Lorenzo is confident with a capacity of 1000cc motorcycle is a motorcycle pride. "I am delighted to be the official start of the race this season. I can not wait to test the capabilities of the latest Yamaha motorcycle, "said Lorenzo.

"Qatar has always been a good series for us, like last year. Moreover, I think this season we have a more competitive bike, so I expect positive results to occur, "he continued.

If the count is calculated, has been a while Lorenzo was paved in a competitive event. Coming to the end of last season, injuries plagued Lorenzo fingers and make it miss the final three series last season.

"Due to a hand injury, I could not go back to the old racecourse, so I'm really not looking forward to racing on Sunday. Throughout the beginning of this year, I've been doing a lot of practice sessions. I feel great now and was pleased that my bike had the same spirit, "he said.

Meanwhile, his nemesis on the track, Casey Stoner also expressed keoptimistisannya 2012 MotoGP ahead this time. Repsol Honda rider is very confident, after pre-season test results with the best value.

"After a good pre-season test in Sepang and Jerez, we headed to Qatar with a positive feeling," said the Australia rider was quoted as saying by Autosport.

"I can not wait to start the season and fight for world title, but this is a new season and there are more competitors this year," he said.

To note, the Series opener will be held at the Losail Circuit, Qatar, Sunday (04/08/2012). Sto-ner have a good record in the sir-these biscuits. He became the fastest in four of the Qatar GP last five, including the leading place finish last season. (RMOL.co)

Create a Cheap and Efficient Transportation

One of the major issues in transportation is a problem with mobility. That is, how it can be efficient transport, cheap, fast, and easy. Many things must be done, and the first step is that we must have a master plan. Therefore, the present government has had a connectivity master plan, which is interlinked with the activities of other activities are supported transport infrastructure well.

Transportation is very helpful each region and country to make optimum use and efficient. Initiative of the President is very good as a form of effort to produce an efficient means of transport and environment-friendly, especially cars and motorcycles. A nation addicted to oil is not good for damaging the environment, causing climate change, and many other implications.

Improved transportation facilities benefit consumers in many ways. Consumers can enjoy the benefits of consuming a lot, which can not be produced in their place, by transporting the goods from other distant places. Furthermore, it helps in reducing the cost of goods to consumers and increase their purchasing power.

A variety of existing transportation facilities also provide jobs for millions of people. Economic development of a country depends on improving transportation facilities. May the statement of President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, quickly responded to each of the automotive business in Indonesia, to produce an efficient means of transport and environmentally friendly.

Thus, an efficient transportation facilities and friendly environment directly contributes substantially to national income. (Indopos.co.id)

Lewis Hamilton, Care for Street Children

Former F1 world champion 2008, Lewis Hamilton did have great sympathy for the children. Together with UNICEF, Hamilton flew to Manila to conduct a social program for more attention to the lives of street children in the world.

Reporting from Thesun.co.uk (30/3), Hamilton was in Manila, Philippines after completing a series of F1 at Sepang last weekend. With one local television there, Hamilton was involved in a short film that cares for the children.

"They live with simplicity, such as limited food, clean water is not available. They should not be this way," said Hamilton. (ghibbo.com)

Kawasaki stilt Targets 20 Percent Increase in Sales

PT Kawasaki Motor Indonesia, Agent Brand Holder (APM) Kawasaki motorcycle, targeting sales increase by 20 percent this year.

"That if any rise in fuel prices, making people look for economical motorcycles, but quality," said Manager of Marketing and Promo Kawasaki Motor Indonesia (KMI) Freddyanto Basuki when contacted here on Thursday.

Similar optimism was also conveyed Marketing Director KMI Mistshuhiko Okada earlier, while attending a club meeting users themed motorcycle? "My Pride to Ride" is also filled the exhibition of products and spare parts as well as "test drive" the latest Kawasaki.

Okada calls? All models of Kawasaki sales target this year of 120 thousand units, up 20 percent than last year. That's because the public interest is likely to rise, especially motorcycle enthusiasts for the benefit of sport (sport).

Based on data from the Indonesian Motorcycle Industry Association (AISI), total motorcycle sales in 2011 reached 8.012 million units of all brands and types, while in the year 2010 amounted to 7.373 million units.

AISI estimates that in 2012 sales rose five percent, the numbers would be close to nine million units.

Okada admitted Kawasaki's market share is rather low in Indonesia, but for the number one selling motor sport. Even sales in Indonesia, the number one in Asean, Europe and America. "Kawasaki combines motor sport and the 'touring'. So likable," he said.

Freddy also added at this time KMI exports its products to several countries of Indonesia.Sementara products, especially the sports category, was brought in as a whole (completely bult up / CBU) from Thailand.

Therefore, for the latest Kawasaki, like the series Ninja 250 R, Ninja 650R, ER-6N, Ninja ZX-6R, the prices ranging from Rp47, 6 million - USD 212 million, should be indented.

Asked if Kawasaki had a desire to? To relocate the assembly plant to Indonesia, he said for the short term - medium yet, but for the long term.

Penyebanya, partly because the industry unprepared suppliers, vendors, for a variety of Kawasaki spare parts needed in Indonesia.

Freddy also supports the policy of raising the down payment (down payment / DP) for mortgage loans motorcycle. The goal is that people are not just chasing a motorcycle but not cheap quality.

However, the Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) Indonesia before the policy rate by 20 per cent increase in DP will affect consumer interest in buying two-wheelers. Therefore, the increase in DP is predicted to be corrected motorcycle sales this year.

Kadin chairman Suryo Bambang Sulistyo said with a DP of 20 percent, for example, the price of Rp 15 million motorcycles, consumers need a down payment of Rp 3 million.

"Obviously this number is very far from usual that only 500 thousand," he said. Suryo rate it would have an impact on? Ease of purchase of the motorcycle itself and its sales.

Tips and Tricks: Safe Driving Distance

According to statistics the Directorate General of Land Transportation Department of Transportation, the human factor as the cause of road accidents reached 90 percent. These factors triggered the driver's lack of discipline to keep a safe distance with the car in front (Following safe distance). Here are some guidelines and benchmarks to determine a safe distance by Indonesia Defensive Driving Safety Driving Center in books in collaboration with Proton.

Interval of 3 seconds

Safe distance between vehicles when driving is 3 seconds. Assuming, human reaction typically takes 1.5 - 2 seconds, plus a mechanical reaction to the car when braking from 0.5 to 1 second. Then, for the benchmark can be used on stationary objects such as roadside trees, sign boards, billboards or other signs. How, when the car in front of you pass the sign, calculate how much time you need to reach that point. If less than 3 seconds means that the distance is too close.

The standard does not apply in times of rain. The ideal time interval to 4 or 5 seconds. Meanwhile, when passing on an icy road, the ideal distance can be doubled from the normal.

conventional distance

Department of Transportation introduced a simple way to measure a safe distance, the distance calculation is directly proportional to the speed of the car. For example, a car traveling at 60 kph means having a safe distance of 60 m. Similarly, while at 100 kph, auto ideally 100 m.

If it is difficult to estimate the distance, you can use the standard "cat's eye 'which is usually located in the middle of the road. The distance between these markers is 50 m. (Otomotif.Kompas.Com)

Prince William Ducati Rats Destroyed

Prince William's succession to the British throne for the time being unable to ride his favorite sport motorcycles, Ducati 1198sp.

Mice in the garage of the house William has undermined the cables and Ducati motorcycles should be repaired at a cost of up to 6 thousand pounds. Motor is reportedly worth 20 thousand pounds, as written visordown.com website.

Rats were reportedly roaming the William and Kate's house in the countryside on the Isle of Anglesey, not far from the military base where William duty as a helicopter rescue pilot.

Ducati 1198sp can accelerate from rest to 100 km / h in under 2.5 seconds. Top speed of around 270 km / h.

William (29) famous for riding the bike on the eve of his marriage to Kate Middleton lalu.Adiknya year, Prince Harry, motorcycle enthusiasts also have a Ducati 848 dams.

Germany Helps Automotive Industry

German Chancellor Angela Merkel said on Tuesday (13/1), the German government finally joined the global effort to help the automotive industry from the global financial crisis. For those efforts, the Germans poured funds of 1.5 billion euros, equivalent to 2 billion dollars for the domestic auto industry.

The aid is part of government which includes the 50 billion euro stimulus package on investment, tax cut, and support for companies.

Wedged The U.S. Automotive Industry

WASHINGTON, WEDNESDAY - The three biggest U.S. carmakers commonly called The Big Three out of time to convince Congress that they should be assisted. The debate over the auto industry should get assistance from the government or not still continues.

After holding hearings on Tuesday, leaders of General Motors, Ford, and Chrysler back to Congress on Wednesday (19/11) in Washington.

"The auto industry we need a bridge to overcome the existing crisis in front of us," said General Motors Corp. CEO Rick Wagoner in front of the U.S. House Committee on Financial Sector Tuesday.

"The problem facing the industry through no fault of management, but due to the global financial crisis is deepening," he continued.

Robert Nardelli, Chrysler CEO, said the bailout they are asking for would cost less than they left the company bankrupt.

Rick Wagoner warned that the U.S. auto industry bankruptcy would create 3 million people became unemployed in the first year and that number will continue to rise.

"Bankruptcy is not just about the interests of Detroit (U.S. automotive headquarters), but that does not concern the U.S. economy experienced a deeper fall," said Wagoner.

Nardelli rejected suggestions that the automakers filed for bankruptcy protection that Article 11 (Chapter 11). This method has been carried out which airlines are protected from creditors and managed to bounce back after the restructuring. "We're not sure can bounce back from bankruptcy," he said.

The automotive industry's financial condition became worse from day to day. General Motors is experiencing difficulties will delay the return of cash rebates to its dealers and other sales incentives. Company for General Motors can even run out of cash by the end of this year if it does not get help from the government.

Nothing new models

Difficulties that occur in the automotive industry to make General Motors and Chrysler did not release their latest car models at the auto show in Los Angeles. Ford just issued a mid-sized car. General Motors initially planned launch of new models, but was canceled because of financial problems.

The U.S. auto industry also gave a dilemma to the U.S. Government. If assisted, the U.S. auto industry will complain to the World Trade Organization (WTO). Bailout is considered to violate WTO rules.

Unique: This is his motor, heat and rain resistant

Motor Carriage

Motorhome feel uncomfortable if the weather the rain or the heat of the sun. But the driver who has at least one moment that is no longer exposed to rain or heat.

Motor duck modified by using such a canopy, so the bike feels shady. So when invited to a walk with your family and your child certainly does not matter.

According to M. Afif Aziz Nur, who sent Otolovers Street Shot this photo, the photo was taken on the Road Solo (front Saphir Square) Yogyakarta.

DetikOto of observation, it seems the owner used this bike to sell. Visible on the front and side mounted motors wide box.

But from the aspect of driving, of course, a bit risky riding motorcycle by modifying the light like this.

Latest Skubek - Scooter Duck Glide 2012 Yamaha Ready

Yamaha again preparing to launch a new product variant on the scooter duck (skubek) automatic in 2012. As revealed by yamahateam.com pages, "Yamaha Nozza" asphalt ready to offer comfort, luxury, and style to its customers.

Yamaha Nozza confirm the presence of a Japanese motorcycle manufacturers to seize the motorcycle market is more feminine. Oval-shaped headlights and motor body is curved like a classic Mio reflects the feminine impression. Therefore, it was an automatic scooter that is more suitable for women.

Yamaha Nozza length 1765mm, width 685mm, height 1080mm, 115mm and ground clearance. When compared with the output of Honda products, Nozza look slimmer. The most innovative of the Yamaha Nozza is the placement of the fuel tank behind the front body cover. Thanks to this simplicity, the women do not have to bother to come down and open the seat of the motor when pumping gas.

Not only that, Nozza Yamaha motors are also equipped with a trunk large enough, even fit enough to accommodate two helmets sekaligus.Dek Nozza feet wide was made so that the motor will be felt more widely.

In terms of engines, Yamaha Nozza carrying the YMJET-FI electronic fuel injection with a capacity of 115cc. With this engine, the motor will be able to generate power of up to 7.4hp at 7500rpm with a torque of 7.6Nm at 5500rpm.

For the record, Yamaha Nozza was paved in Vietnam with a price tag of about $ 14 million. To market in Indonesia, seems to still have a little wait the launch in 2012.

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No Fuel Price Rise on 1 April

Parliament plenary session to discuss the planned increase in fuel prices last until Saturday (31/03/2011) pm dawn. The end result, fuel prices will not rise on 1 April, but still could go up at any time.

After being suspended since the afternoon, the House of Representatives plenary session resumed at around 22:20 pm. Since the trial opened, the rain interruptions filled the courtroom and House Speaker Marzuki Alie, a leader court looks overwhelmed it.

Interruptions and protracted debates that have made session finished at 00:00 pm was so delayed. In fact, according to the mandate of the Act, the discussion of this 2012 Budget Amendment had to be completed by March 30, 2012, 30 days after the draft Revised State Budget submitted by the President to the Parliament.
Marzuki then proposed to extend the trial until Saturday (31/3) at 01.00 WIB and approved by the forum.

After that, voting began. There are two options, namely (1) only includes Article 7 paragraph (6) which means there is no increase in fuel prices and option (2) fuel prices would not be raised now, but allowed the government raised fuel prices when crude oil prices (ICP) rose by Assuming 15% of 120 dollars per barrel are listed in the 2012 Revised State Budget.

The entry of this second option makes Hanura Party inflamed and they then decided to walk out of court.

Not long after, the PDI-P faction Hanura follow walk-out. Camps 'White Muzzle' considers the plenary forum is not respected. One more faction that refused to rise in fuel prices, the Gerindra, opted to stay in the arena.

With walk-outnya Hanura and PDIP, then option 2 was easily come out as a 'winner'. Through open voting, this second option got 356 supporters. Option 1 Just get a total of 82 advocates and 93 legislators who walked out.

After the session, Deputy Speaker of the House Taufik Kurniawan ensure that fuel prices will not rise on 1 April. "We make sure the fuel is not up as of 1 April 2012," said Taufik in the presence of media.