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Ellicott
City
Motorsports
wishes
everyone
a
HAPPY
and
PROSPEROUS
NEW
YEAR!!!
Even
though
the
temperature
is
low,
we
have
the
specials
to
make
you
hot.
From
our
smoking
deals
on
all
remaining
2007
vehicles
to
our
close
out
pricing
on
almost
all
of
our
current
parts
and
accessory
inventory,
we
are
doing
our
best
to
keep
you
occupied
as
Old
Man
Winter
passes
by!
2008
product
is
arriving
daily
so
stop
by
today
to
grab
a
peek! |
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STAR
RAIDER:
A
MODERN
PERFORMANCE
CUSTOM |
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The
2008
Star
Raider
represents
a
turnkey
custom
styled
to
fit
in
with
the
chopper
crowd,
but
endowed
with
sophisticated
engineering
designed
to
provide
a
level
of
handling
and
polish
often
missing
from
aftermarket
bikes.
Star's
now
familiar
113
cubic
inch
(1854cc)
air-cooled
pushrod
48-degree
v-twin
(see
our
discussion
of
this
Star
powerplant
here)
has
a
traditional
look
and
feel
Star's
surveys
indicate
that
custom
riders
are
looking
for.
With
a
huge
3.5
liter
airbox,
and
an
"Exhaust
Ultimate
Power
Valve"
(EXUP)
residing
in
the
two-into-one-into-two
exhaust
specifically
designed
for
the
Raider,
expect
the
huge
torque
cruiser
fans
are
looking
for
at
very
low
rpm
(peaking
at
2,500
rpm)
with
horsepower
peaking
at
4,500
rpm. |
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In
order
to
give
the
Raider
that
extreme
chopper
look,
the
forks
are
raked-out
in
the
chopper
style
and
unique
tires
(21
inch
in
front
and
18
inch
in
rear)
carry
unusual
dimensions
to
enhance
handling.
The
21
inch
front
tire
has
a
wide
120/70
profile,
while
the
rear
is
a
210/40-18.
These
are
the
tallest
and
widest
tires
ever
on
a
Star
Motorcycle,
respectively.
Suspension
is
handled
by
a
46mm
fork
providing
5.1
inches
of
travel,
and
a
hidden
single
shock
out
back.
The
seamless
fuel
tank
carries
4.1
gallons.
Modern,
powerful
brakes
bring
the
Raider
to
a
stop
-
dual
298mm
discs
up
front,
and
a
single
310mm
disc
out
back.
While
Star
was
careful
to
design
in
good
handling,
the
Raider
is
all
about
the
look
and
attitude
that
a
custom-style
motorcycle
provides.
We
had
a
chance
to
see
the
Raider
in
the
flesh
at
a
sneak
preview,
and
were
impressed
by
the
paint
quality,
fit
and
finish.
Star
really
seems
to
have
captured
the
custom
look
with
a
fat
rear
end,
narrow
waist
and
sculpted
tank
(we
wish
we
had
a
photograph
of
the
Raider
from
above,
but
we
do
not
at
this
time).
The
2008
Raider
will
also
be
available
as
a
"Raider
S"
with
more
chrome
than
the
standard
Raider,
including
chrome
triple
clamps,
fork
sliders,
airbox
cover,
master
cylinders,
headlight
housing
and
handlebar
risers.
U.S.
MSRP
for
the
Raider
and
Raider
S
range
from
$13,180
to
$13,980.
The
Raider
S
will
be
available
in
Candy
Red
with
flames
and
Tommy
Blue.
The
standard
Raider
will
be
available
in
Raven
Black
on
Black
and
Candy
Red/Black. |
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SUZUKI
HAYABUSA:
THE
BADEST
'BUSA
YET! |
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When
Suzuki’s
Hayabusa
debuted
in
1999,
it
inspired
controversy
for
two
aspects
that
would
go
on
to
become
iconic:
its
controversial
aerodynamic
styling
and
its
ability
to
open
a
giant
can
of
whup-ass
on
anything
else
on
the
showroom
floor.
After
word
got
out
about
its
9-second
abilities
down
the
quarter-mile
and
its
190-plus-mph
top
speed,
its
“Eye-Abuse-Er”
nickname
became
less
prevalent.
Soon
the
Busa
was
seen
by
some
groups
as
the
hottest
thing
on
the
street,
and
the
mighty
falcon
became
one
of
the
primary
canvases
on
which
to
polish
frames
and
bolt
on
big-tire
kits
to
up
the
bike’s
badass-ness.
Now
nine
years
on
(and
with
a
manufacturers’
agreement
to
limit
top
speeds
to
a
laughably
sedate
186
mph),
the
Busa
was
hit
on
the
chin
in
2006
by
the
Kawasaki
ZX-14.
The
Kawi
proved
to
be
quicker
and
more
powerful
but
also
smoother
and
more
comfortable.
Regardless,
the
Busa
remained
as
popular
as
ever
and
was
unmatched
for
its
street
cred.
Fearing
a
“New
Coke”-type
backlash,
Suzuki
engineers
didn’t
want
to
stray
too
far
from
the
original
Busa
concept
in
this
new
redesign
you
see
here.
It’s
still
unmistakably
a
Hayabusa
even
if
every
fairing
panel
has
been
remolded.
And
it’s
not
much
different
underneath,
either.
Your
9-second
streetbike
has
arrived.
Turnsignals
set
into
the
ram-air
intake
ports
and
angular
dual
exhaust
canisters
are
clues
you’re
looking
at
a
2008
Busa.
While
it’s
the
new
skin
that
first
grabs
your
attention,
it’s
the
unholy
monster
motor
underneath
that
has
earned
the
Hayabusa
its
veneration.
Potent
and
durable,
it
has
been
the
inspiration
for
a
closer
relationship
with
god
among
those
who
have
twisted
its
throttle
to
the
stop.
For
’08,
this
legendary
lump
has
received
a
2mm
longer
stroke
to
yield
1340cc
instead
of
the
old
bike’s
1299cc.
New
forged
pistons
are
lighter
and
stronger
and
produce
a
1.5-point
increase
in
compression
ratio
to
12.5:1.
Also
forged
is
the
crank,
as
it
attaches
to
new
chro-moly
rods
that
are
now
shot-peened
for
added
strength.
Cam
chain
adjustment
is
now
accomplished
hydraulically,
which
also
helps
reduce
mechanical
noise.
Up
top
are
16
new
titanium
valves
that
save
14.1
grams
on
each
intake
and
11.7
grams
on
each
exhaust
for
a
significant
weight
loss
in
this
critical
area,
allowing
the
replacement
of
double
valve
springs
with
lighter
single
springs.
Valve
sizes
remain
the
same,
but
a
new
camshaft
now
forces
greater
lift
on
both
the
intake
and
exhaust
poppets
and
has
revised
timing.
It’s
all
fed
by
a
pair
of
double-barreled
44mm
throttle
bodies.
They
use
a
version
of
Suzuki’s
Dual
Throttle
Valve
system
that
has
a
secondary
throttle
valve
mounted
above
the
primary
that’s
controlled
by
the
bike’s
electronic
brain
to
maintain
the
ideal
velocity
of
the
intake
charge
based
on
rpm,
throttle
opening
and
gear
position.
Controlled
by
a
new
high-powered
Engine
Control
Unit,
Suzuki
says
that
the
Busa
has
the
company’s
“most
powerful,
most
advanced
digital
fuel-injection
and
engine
management
system.”
Another
important
task
of
the
ECU
is
controlling
the
different
parameters
of
Suzuki’s
Drive
Mode
System.
Like
the
GSX-R1000
and
’08
Gixxer
600/750,
the
Busa
has
a
handlebar-mounted
switch
to
set
the
power
mode
into
three
available
positions.
It
produces
full
power
in
mode
A,
the
default
setting,
while
mode
B
has
a
bit
of
the
power
edge
clipped
off.
Mode
C
might
be
an
asset
in
the
rain,
but
it
neuters
all
the
excitement
out
of
the
muscular
motor.
Suzuki
claims
the
new
bike
cranks
out
194
horsepower
at
the
crankshaft.
How
muscular,
you
might
ask?
Suzuki
claims
the
new
bike
cranks
out
194
horsepower
at
the
crankshaft,
a
21-horse
(12.1%)
improvement.
Torque
is
boosted
8.5%
to
114
ft-lbs.
The
old
1299cc
engine
produced
about
160
ponies
at
the
rear
wheel,
so
we
expect
this
new
one
to
spit
out
around
175
horsepower
on
a
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The
old
Busa’s
most
glaring
shortcoming
was
the
performance
from
its
old-tech
six-piston
front
brakes
that
were
barely
up
to
the
task
of
slowing
this
earth-bound
missile.
We’re
happy
to
report
that
Suzuki
has
now
fitted
up-to-date
radial-mounted
four-piston
calipers
to
the
magic
Bus.
They
bite
on
10mm-smaller
310mm
discs
that
have
a
half-mil
extra
thickness
(5.5mm)
to
handle
the
heat.
Also
aiding
heavy
braking
is
the
new
slipper
clutch.
The
clutch
also
has
the
Suzuki
Clutch
Assist
System
that
increases
the
amount
of
force
on
the
clutch
plates
without
using
stiffer
clutch
springs.
The
clutch
also
features
a
new
friction
material
for
better
feedback
at
the
engagement
point.
In
addition,
the
width
of
a
few
transmission
gearsets
were
revised
and
the
upper
three
gears
are
sprayed
with
oil
for
reduced
wear
and
quieter
operation.
As
for
the
Hayabusa’s
new
clothes,
we’ll
leave
the
aesthetic
judgments
to
you.
Aerodynamic
efficiency,
something
the
old
Busa
had
over
the
more
powerful
ZX-14,
is
optimized
with
a
wider
fairing
and
a
15mm-taller
windscreen
to
better
shelter
its
rider.
The
body
panel
joints
are
now
smoother
and
have
no
exposed
fasteners,
and
the
top
of
the
fuel
tank
is
lower
to
allow
a
tighter
full
tuck.
The
tailsection
has
an
enlarged
speed
hump
that
will
stir
some
commotion
on
the
message
boards,
and
it
also
sports
integrated
turnsignals
that
are
said
to
“evoke
a
jet
engine
motif.”
Front
turn
indicators
are
nestled
into
the
edges
of
the
air
intakes
in
the
nose.
Aesthetically
speaking,
the
Busa’s
new
tailsection
and
mufflers
are
going
to
take
some
getting
used
to.
Does
the
new
Hayabusa
have
what
it
takes
to
handle
the
newly
upgraded
Kawasaki
ZX-14?
We
can’t
wait
to
find
out.
The
clutch
also
has
the
Suzuki
Clutch
Assist
System
that
increases
the
amount
of
force
on
the
clutch
plates
without
using
stiffer
clutch
springs.
Also
sure
to
be
controversial
is
the
Busa’s
new
exhaust
system.
The
triangular
muffler
canisters
on
the
4-into
2-into-1-into-2
arrangement
look
ungainly
but
are
a
product
of
more
stringent
emissions
standards.
A
catalytic
converter
is
placed
where
the
four
head
pipes
meet
under
the
engine.
So,
depending
on
how
you
think
about
streetbikes,
perhaps
Suzuki’s
claim
of
the
new
Hayabusa
as
“the
ultimate
sportbike
for
the
road”
has
some
merit.
For
some,
it’s
just
too
heavy
and
too
powerful,
but
for
others,
this
invigorated
Busa
is
exactly
what
they’re
looking
for.
As
the
first
significant
overhaul
to
the
all-conquering
Japanese
bird
since
1999,
the
new
2008
Haybusa
is
everything
the
old
one
was
and
more.
Faster,
better
handling,
and
with
stronger
brakes,
the
performance
element
is
not
going
to
disappoint.
Looking
sharper
and
more
modern,
without
losing
its
distinct
appearance,
Busa
lovers
are
not
going
to
be
unhappy
either.
And
for
the
rebel
without
a
clue,
who
thinks
their
V-Twin’s
67
horsepower
and
a
set
of
loud
pipes
makes
them
a
Bad
Ass,
well
they
are
still
going
to
hate
the
big,
ugly
lump
of
plastic
as
it
goes
by
them
at
close
to
the
speed
of
sound. |
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SALES
SPOTLIGHTS
OF
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any
unit
and
its
specs,
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MONTHLY
PARTS
AND
ACCESSORIES
SPOTLIGHT |
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The
Rainier
sports
a
list
of
features
as
long
as
a
relaxing
vacation
and
delivers
supreme
performance
in
practically
any
situation.
There
are
plenty
of
pockets
to
allow
you
to
carry
lots
of
small
or
large
valuables.
The
front
and
rear
reflective
panels,
and
a
loop
to
attach
a
L.E.D.
flasher,
provide
glowing
visibility
in
poor
light.
An
internal
pull
cord
allows
you
to
“lock”
the
Max
Flow
intake
vents
open
to
provide
cooling
airflow.
And
you’ll
love
the
internal
under-helmet
rain
hood
that
keeps
water
from
dripping
down
your
back.
ECMS
has
these
jackets
IN
STOCK
now.
So
come
on
in
and
begin
your
adventure
today! |
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this
or
bring
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your
copy
of
this
newsletter
and
save
15%
off
your
highest
priced
item.
Offer
valid
until
February
15,
2008.
One
discount
per
customer. |
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MONTHLY
SERVICE
SPOTLIGHT |
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Purchase
any
tire
from
us
and
we'll
mount
AND
balance
it
FREE!
Offer
good
til
February
29,
2008
(yes
it's
Leap
Year).
Limit
4
tires
per
appointment. |
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During
this
time
of
the
year
when
it
gets
dark
early
and
we
get
Cabin
Fever,
it's
always
great
to
have
someting
to
do
that
gets
us
out
of
the
house.
If
that
sounds
good
to
you,
then
mark
your
calendars!
Tuesday
February
5,
2008
ECMS
is
having
its
first
Movie
and
Meal
night.
Starting
at
6PM,
we'll
serve
up
pizza
and
a
great
motorcycle
themed
movie.
So,
get
out
of
the
house
and
come
on
in!
Remember
we
are
riders
just
like
you.
Mike
Johnston
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Ellicott
City
Motorsports
3275
Bethany
Lane
Ellicott
City,
MD
21042
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