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Cliff's Notes

Welcome to the November 15th edition of Cliff's Notes.
So much great information has passed through our hands in the last few weeks, that we have a very large letter this month. Grab a coffee or other indulgence, while we unfold all the latest intel. Let's dive right in!

First, and of particular note is our Special Savings Opportunity on ALL motorcycles. With the help of the manufacturers, we are offering stupendous deals on your favorite bike.

Next, we have a quick summary of upcoming events - including the latest information about our move to Brookfield.

And finally, we have new model information that should pique your interests. The deposit lines have started so let us know if we can help with your timing.

As always, we hope you find our newsletters informational. We welcome your feedback and would like your requests related to topics of interest. Send your comments and suggestions to Chris Kirkness

Here we go!

Save your Greenbacks
Super Savings Event

Seriously...without putting tacky balloons and pennant strings on all the bikes, we want you to know that each and every new and pre-owned BMW, Ducati and MV Agusta has been targeted for IMMEDIATE SAVINGS OPPORTUNITIES!
And we mean - Serious Savings. With the move to our new store looming in the next 3 months, we want to put bikes in your garage, intead of moving them to ours. But, you must visit our showroom to find out just how LOW our prices have been slashed.
This is not a ruse - It's just that our manufacturers do not like us to publish prices other than MSRP.
And this is not just limited to just 2 or 3 models. ALL of our bikes are eligible...check out this list:

From BMW

  • G 650 X Challenge, X Moto and X Country
  • F 650 GS
  • R 1200 R, R 1200 RT, R 1200 GS Adventure
  • K 1200 R Sport, K 1200 S, K 1200 GT and K 1200LT

    From Ducati

  • Monster 695, S2R, S2R1000, S4RS
  • MTS1100, MTS1100S Multistrada
  • GT1000, Sport1000, Sport1000S

    From MV Agusta

  • Brutale 910S, 910R
  • F41000R, F41000R 312

    As you can see, we still have a healthy inventory to choose from so don't hesitate or you will MISS OUT!

    Send an email to Super Saving Event right now to reserve your next bike!

    And if that's not enough, we have 'extra bonus' offers with manufacturer support. See some of the specifics noted below...

  • First at Bat...BMW
    Program Ends Jan 2, 2008
    G650 X Challenge
    A lightweight rear air shock and plenty of power make the Xchallenge the perfect bike for tearing it up dual sport style. Ride to the trail, get your kicks, ride home. For off-road guys who don't want the pick up truck, the G 650 Xchallenge is it.

    Send an email to Super Saving Event right now for immediate follow-up!

    K1200R Sport
    What do you get when you take the world's most powerful naked bike and add an aerodynamic fairing? The rocket-like 163 hp K 1200 R Sport, a bike capable of mind-bending speeds.

    Send an email to Super Saving Event right now for immediate follow-up!

    Program Period: Ends Jan 2, 2008 or while supplies last.
    Technical Jargon: Available for new unreported units. Customer may choose Market Allowance or financing offer, but not both. Approved BMW Financial Services contracts for 48 to 60 months. Credit applications must be submitted by midnight on 1/02/08. All BMW Financial Services approved contracts are valid for 60 days. See your local BMW Motorrad USA retailer for more details.

    Next Hitter...MV Agusta

    Financing as low as 3.74%
    ALL F4-1000R
    Plus...Several Thousand $ in Savings

    The year's best promotion on the world’s most coveted motorcycle:
    the MV Agusta F4-1000R.
    From October 1 through November 30, 2007, qualified customers can finance new, untitled 2007 F4-1000R and F4-1000R 1+1 units for as low as 3.74%.
    This FUNancing program, makes it easier than ever for riders to purchase pure motorcycle art. With its new Magneti Marelli 5SM ignition-injection system, radial-mount Brembo brakes, ultralight Brembo forged aluminum wheels, Marzocchi Road Advanced Component forks, and Sachs racing rear shocks, the F41000R offers power and control, wrapped in luxurious Italian styling.
    As part of this campaign, all other new MV Agusta models—including the Brutale 910S and 910R, and the F4 R 312 — are available for as low as 7.99%. For the first time ever, pre-owned MV Agusta units are also eligible for financing.

    Send an email to Super Saving Event right now for immediate follow-up!


    Upcoming Events

    Mark your iPhone, Blackberry or paper calendars with some of our exciting events:

  • Black Friday Moving Sale - Nov 23 to Dec 1 (regular hours)
  • Big Bus NY Show - Dec 29
  • 848 Superbike Open House - Dec 14/15
  • Accident Scene Mangement Course - Feb 16 & 23 2008

    More details on each of the events in next weeks newsletter

    Send an email to Chris Kirkness for more information on any of these events or to suggest your own!


  • New Models for 2008

    2008 Ducati 848

    LIGHTWEIGHT MOVES—HEAVYWEIGHT PUNCH
    The new 848 enjoys all the performance advancements of the entire Superbike family, while adding its own innovations to redefine the middleweight sport bike class.

    The words 'agile' and 'refined' aptly describe the 848. At 369 lbs the 848 is an amazing 44 lbs lighter than its predecessor, and a significant 11 lbs lighter than its larger capacity brother, the 1098.

    The highly advanced 848 engine uses an improved method of engine case production in which cases are vacuum die-cast formed. While providing significant weight savings of more than 6.5 lbs, this method also ensures consistent wall thickness and increased strength. Further refinements include a sophisticated wet clutch that offers 2.2 lbs less weight, a much higher service life, improved clutch feel and quiet operation.

    With the first twist of the wrist, the powerful rush of the Testastretta Evoluzione engine confirms that the rules have changed. The 848's 134 hp is not only 30% more powerful than its predecessor, but it provides a power-to-weight ratio even better than the potent 999. The 848—a new class of Superbikes.

    2008 MSRP $12,995 for Red or White
    See the bike LIVE December 14/15, 2007 at our 848 Open House.
    Deposits are being taken for December 2007 delivery!!!

    2008 Ducati 1098R

    THE LIGHTEST AND MOST POWERFUL TWIN-CYLINDER BIKE OF ALL TIME

    The new 1098 R is the most powerful and lightest twin-cylinder bike ever produced by the Borgo Panigale factory, with the highest torque/weight ratio in the sportbike category.

    It is the jewel in the crown of the successful Superbike family and it represents the ultimate expression of racing technology applied to a production bike. Ducati Corse engineers and riders worked in close contact with the R&D division during the development of this project to produce a true racing bike, a masterpiece of incredible performance and innovation.

    The numbers speak for themselves. A total of 180hp is on tap for this new hypersport machine, together with an amazing 99.1lb-ft of torque. The weight figure also confirms the racing origins of the 1098 R: 363lbs puts the bike at the forefront of this category. The development of the Testastretta Evoluzione has now found its crowning glory in the new engine for the latest addition to the Ducati family: the 1098 R.

    Created after close collaboration between engineers from Ducati’s production and racing departments, this new engine is fitted with the same components powering the 1098 F08 that will take on the Japanese opposition in the 2008 World Superbike Championship. The R version of the 1098 has been boosted to an engine displacement of 1198cc. A bore increase from 104mm to 106mm and a stroke value of 67.9mm, producing a remarkable 1.56 ratio, complete the ‘over-square’ layout of the engine.

    The power output of 180hp at 9750 rpm and a torque value of 99.1lb-ft at 7750 rpm place the 1098 R at the very top of its class. It is the most powerful twin-cylinder production engine in history and fitting reward to the continued ingenuity of Borgo Panigale engineers.

    2008 MSRP $39,995 includes the 1098R RACING KIT.

    Every 1098 R is equipped with a racing kit designed exclusively for use on the track that has a pair of carbon “102dB” silencers to increase power and a dedicated ECU. The ECU enables the activation of the DTC (Ducati Traction Control) system with eight available profiles able to be selected through the instrument panel’s digital display.

    Only 6 Coming - Call us Today!

    Coming Summer 2008

    The Birth of a New Monster

    80hp @9000rpm, 60.5lb-ft @7750rpm, 355lbs dry, 30.3" seat height
    It'll be fun to Get Scared!


    2008 F 800 GS
    Fulfilling a need for a pure off-road oriented motorcycle that still has all the power, handling and reliability required for long-distance adventure touring as well as on-street handling, the F 800 GS is perfectly positioned as a middleweight dual-purpose enduro. Featuring an asymmetrical double headlight, its look is sleek, trim and 100% aggressive. With a compact 85-horsepower parallel twin engine, lightweight steel trellis frame and double-sided swingarm, not to mention a chain drive and longer front and rear suspension travel, there has never been a BMW dual-purpose machine offering such a unique blend of power, comfort and off-road muscle.

    Torque is generous at 61 lb/ft, and with a six-speed gear box, switchable ABS, 42-degree turning radius, 400-watt alternator, wide foot rests and 4.2-gallon gas tank located under the seat for a low center of gravity, the F 800 GS has all the technology of a touring bike, while still possessing the optimum power-to-weight characteristics of a high-performance enduro. With a dry weight of just 392 lbs, the F 800 GS is lightweight and agile enough for precise handling, making it ideal for screaming around on the twisties or tearing through the dirt.

    2008 R 1200 GS
    The 2008 R 1200 GS is marked by a bold, rugged appearance. Stainless steel knee covers drape each side of the gas tank area, while technical surfaces like the slide tubes and cylinder head covers have been redesigned to include sporty new features. A new aluminum handlebar which can be mounted in two positions offers increased ergonomics, making its seated (or standing while off-road) position even more comfortable. Increased seat foam thickness also increases rideability.

    But eye-catching style is only the beginning of the enhancements. Additional grunt is also part of the package, as the 2008 R 1200 GS offers 5% more power, topping out at a substantial 105 bhp with a maximum engine speed of 8,000 RPM, which creates an even wider range of power. Revised transmission ratios also mean quicker acceleration, better low-speed traction and increased revs.

    In addition to being a stunningly agile street bike, the R 1200 GS is also a supremely capable adventure tourer, and to make reaching those faraway places even more doable, for the first time ever, BMW Motorrad is offering an off-road version of its famous ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment) technology. Optional Enduro ESA is designed to meet the unique needs of adventure touring, and offers several options for whatever riding condition occurs: solo rider, rider with luggage and passenger. Three damper settings, Sport, Normal and Comfort give the rider the option of customizing both front and rear suspensions to his or her specifications. There is also an off-road mode that adjusts the front and rear preload and increases ground clearance for when rougher situations arise.

    Featuring more power, rugged styling and advanced technology, the 2008 R 1200 GS sets the standard for the entire adventure bike category and will be a force to be reckoned with both on the road and off.

    2008 R 1200 GS Adventure
    When it comes to continent-crossing ability, the kind of epic riding that takes you to faraway places that others can only imagine, nothing comes close to reaching the ability of the rugged, totally unstoppable R 1200 GS Adventure. And for 2008, the R 1200 GS Adventure offers a number of significant new features that make it even more adept at riding to the ends of the earth.

    In addition to new design elements including two-part, two-color hand protectors, the new 2008 R 1200 GS Adventure benefits from an additional 5% increase in power, raising its engine output to 105 bhp. A taller windshield, adjustable seat, extra wide foot pegs and optional ABS make long days in the saddle both comfortable and enjoyable. Add a generous 8.7-gallon fuel tank and covering immense areas of territory becomes easier and more worry-free than ever before.

    The most significant new technological development found on the R 1200 GS Adventure is optional Enduro ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment). This feature gives the rider the ability to customize the motorcycle to his or her exact preferences. No matter what type of condition should arise—and where this bike travels to, just about anything can occur—Enduro ESA lets the rider adjust both front and rear suspension to accommodate it. Settings include Sport, Normal and Comfort, and there is even an off-road mode that adjusts the front and rear preload and increases ground clearance for those inevitable sections of bumpy terrain that occur while touring through the vast unknown.

    For those ambitious riders whose passion involves getting off the beaten path and discovering wild, untamed places miles away from the typical, the 2008 R 1200 GS Adventure, with its numerous enhancements, globe-conquering ability and increased power, is the only real choice.


    Low Suspension Option available on new
    BMW F 800 S and F 800 ST models


    Is that F 800 S or F 800 ST just a tad too tall for you? No need to worry. Cliff's is ordering a good supply of low suspension options on both bikes. This option lowers the F 800 S and F 800 ST by using a different, shorter rear spring strut. It comes packaged with a low seat for both models, bringing the final seat height to 29.9 inches.

    Just remember, the low suspension option cannot be combined with the optional centerstand for the F 800 ST; and the optional center stand is not available for the F 800 S.




    BMW Motorcycle Rider Training at the BMW Performance Center

    From BMW's website
    Starting this September, the BMW Performance Center will be offering one day and two day riding instruction for both on and off-road. If you don't have a BMW motorcycle, it's no problem; you can just rent one at the Performance Center. Whether you're an off-road rider, love to tour, or are more sport-bike oriented, the drills and instruction you'll receive at the Performance Center will bring your riding skills and confidence to a whole new level. After taking these classes, riders will acquire the practical and technical skills to make every ride safer and more enjoyable than ever before. It should be noted that these courses are recommended those with intermediate riding experience.

    Here's how it works: choose whatever discipline you prefer, road or off-road, and take a one day class. Or choose both road and off-road and do them both in a two day on and off-road class. Our off-road program is patterned after the curriculum at the BMW Enduro Park In Hechlingen, Germany, and involves a variety of drills and exercises, ranging from basic bike set up and body position, throttle and clutch control, to braking and cornering. After that, riders will then hit the trail with a BMW-certified instructor.

    If off-road isn't your thing, you can go for the on-road instruction, which stresses the same sort of control and finesse, only on the pavement. The on-road course also involves some dual-sport drills which will help every street rider handle the section of gravel or unpaved road that inevitably occurs on a ride.

    The techniques and maneuvers that students learn during these classes are invaluable, and will make everyone a more safe, skilled, and competent rider. After these classes, there will be no road you cannot conquer as you will possess knowledge and abilities that can be put to use everywhere you ride, whether it's on the trail, the race track, or just racing around town.

    Call the BMW Performance Center for more information and a full schedule of available classes: 1-888-345-4269


    More Fun from Ducati

    2008 Monster S4RS Tricolore
    Hypermotard 'S' Sporting Glossy Black Livery
    Jack of all Trades...Master of Fun!
    Send an email to Chris Kirkness with comments or questions.

    Cliff's CONREP Program
    New in 2008

    Cliff's is excited to announce that we have been approved by CT DMV to offer the Connecticut Rider Education Program on site at our new facility in Brookfield.

    More details to come.


    Cliff's Cycle Revolution
    84 Mill Plain Road
    Danbury, CT 06811
    www.danburybmw.com
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