Diesel Motorcycle

[Dieselnut59]

I have a Polaris Diesel ATV and absolutely LOVE it. It is based on the Sportsman 500 model.

Advantages of diesel over gas are the same as in anything else: fuel efficient, low end torque, high-powered charging system, which is great for winch use (has two batteries in parallel), easy starting (no choke, can be equipped with grid heater start aid similar to Cummins), diesel fuel always on hand for me, so it is easy to refuel.

Only disadvantage is it is slower than the gasser (top speed 45 mph) and typical of any mechanical injected diesel, the engine is noisier, but the exhaust is actually quieter.

As for the Yanmar diesel engines, I have a Champion 30 gallon air compressor in my work truck. It is equipped with the 10 HP air-cooled Yanmar diesel. I got this compressor because I could run it from the truck's fuel tank and not have to carry around gas like many other compressors require. The Yanmar engine on this compressor sounds almost exactly like my Polaris ATV and I love it just as much!

Yanmar also offers liquid cooled engines and has a horsepower range slightly below and well above the 10 horse on this compressor.

Hatz is another company that offers air cooled diesels.

The diesel used in the Kawasaki Mule is a 3-cylinder liquid-cooled, very similar to the Kubota. Someone even recently told me it is simply a "rebadged" Kubota. I test drove a Mule diesel and loved it, but I prefer my Polaris ATV for versatility/recreation and work all in one.

 

[HoleshotHolset]

Anyone have a link to a place that sells little diesel engines?



I'd like to get one out of a reefer truck - just to play with.



Matt

 

[LightmanE300]

Dieselnut59, the polaris dealer told me that the sportsman 500 diesel only goes 31mph. Are you sure yours goes 45? Did you modify it? I was thinking about getting one, and running it on 100% biodiesel, but thats just too slow. I got a prairie 650, and it flies.

 

[jponder]

anyone heard anything new about the military KLR 650 diesel?

 

[Big_Daddy_T]

I heard the top end was in the high 30s. I had the 700 and it would do over 70. I figured on a bike that big you dont need to go that fast anyways. I really woulda liked to get my hands on a diesel. Diesels do a few things better than gassers that would make em a good 4 wheeler. The get 80% better fuel economy when crawling. They also do hillclimbs and sticky mud much better. Water crossings are a bit of a wash. The 700 can go almost up to the fuel cap without drowning.

I wonder if that diesel kawi will be made available to the public.

 

[Lnwing]

I'd like to get one out of a reefer truck - just to play with.

A friend had a Luv/Isuzu diesel pickup that he beat mercilessly. He had a spare engine, supposedly from an older reefer unit, but never needed it... the truck rusted to pieces before the original engine gave up the ghost!

 

[LightmanE300]

Polaris 700 doing over 70? LMFAO. Sorry Big Daddy, but my prairie650 easts sportsman 700s for lunch all day long, and it might hit 65. Unless you had a lot of mods, the BS flag has been officially raised. ;-)

 

[CMAC]

Yanmar

I called A Yanmar dealer about buying A diesel outboard motor. . I really liked the idea of getting the 36HP model , but the guy told me he only sold one , and it was right around 12,000 dollars. . Thats way too much for me to spend on some thing that only see's the water for four months out of the year . . Ice is on the lakes about 6 months each year. .

 

[jcbrown]

Military Kawasaki M1030 Diesel Motorcycle...

http://motorcyclecity.com/Military-bikes/M1030Diesel-Kawasaki.htm

 

[Gary - K7GLD]

THe Kubota 3 cylinder in my tractor is quite small - maybe not enough power tho' - 16 HP, but it sure works hard on VERY little fuel!

 

[GIT-R-DONE]

anyone heard anything new about the military KLR 650 diesel?

Commercial release of the Diesel Fueled D650-A1LE Bulldog!



We are very excited about the production of our new commercial version diesel motorcycle the D650 Bulldog, which is the theme of this month's Newsletter.



We have had an overwhelming response and have received literally thousands of inquiries. Due to the volume of e-mails and telephone calls we are unable to respond personally to every inquiry. We can assure you that we are receiving each and every message. Just a reminder, the surest way of getting updates and information about our company and product releases is through this newsletter.



Currently, we are undergoing a final review of Federal and State regulations with regards to our commercial motorcycles. We plan on accepting firm orders for the D650-A1LE Bulldog soon and will be announcing the availability date through this newsletter.





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Below is a list of just some of the features we plan on offering for the first limited release of the Bulldog. We will be offering a limited production run in 2006 and full production will start for the 2007 model year.





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First, the 2006 Limited Edition D650-A1LE Bulldog

will be very special:





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MILITARY DIESEL MOTORCYCLES:



We've had a large number of inquires from people who wish to buy the full military model and we will be conducting an on-line survey to gauge interest. We'll announce when the survey is ready in an upcoming newsletter.



M1030M1

Military Version







_ It will be the only production run of commercial diesel motorcycles that will use the military engine and limited to only 200 units.



_ The D650-A1LE will have custom graphics by Wally World.



D650A1Bulldog



_ It will have special Noleen/F1 rear suspension and custom tuned front suspension.



_ The D650-A1LE will be available with the customer's choice of Dunlop D606 or D607 tires.



_ Gearing will be customized to the rider's preference for on-road, off-road, or adventure touring.



_ The D650-A1LE will have a custom seat cover.



_ The D650-A1LE will have a custom, military style, tool kit, especially equipped for adventure touring.





Second, we plan to offer individualized engine serial numbers. After receipt of your deposit for the 2006 Ltd. D650-A1LE Bulldog, HDTUSA will provide you with a custom, military-style leather Bomber Jacket that includes a special patch with your individualized engine serial number. Additionally, each bike owner receives individualized documentation and a bronze medallion with the individualized engine serial number.



Individualized engine serial numbers will be assigned on a first come, first served basis, with the exception of serial number 00001. We intend to auction off the first production unit with the proceeds going to a Marine Corps charity and the Marine Corps Heritage Museum in Quantico, Virginia.



Owners will be provided with monthly updates as to the progress of the commercial production.



Third, we will be offering a limited choice of colors and graphics. We are working on color and graphic details now and will announce the options in an upcoming newsletter.





PRICE: The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price for the D650-A1LE Bulldog will be $18,999. 00 (the price is subject to change until the opening of our initial offer to sell and some restrictions may apply. ) A non-refundable deposit of 10% of the purchase price will be required to hold your bike. The balance will be due on presentation of documentation and notice that the unit is ready for shipment. For our customer's protection, deposits will be refunded if HDTUSA is unable to deliver their motorcycle.



We plan to provide more details on the 2007 full production D650-A2 Bulldog in an upcoming newsletter.



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We are looking toward the future

and the dawn of a new era in motorcycling.



Fred Hayes

President

Hayes Diversified Technologies





The Speed record setting 650 at Bonneville Speedway

September 5-9, 20



www.dieselmotorcycles.com

 

[Ol'TrailDog]

$18,999. 00

Choke... cough... .

"If I were a rich man,

Ya ha deedle deedle, bubba bubba deedle deedle dum.

All day long I'd biddy biddy bum.

If I were a wealthy man.

I wouldn't have to work hard.

Ya ha deedle deedle, bubba bubba deedle deedle dum.

If I were a biddy biddy rich,

Yidle-diddle-didle-didle man.



I'd buy a big diesel motorcycle painted camo brown,

Zoom through the middle of the town.

A fine side car for my border collies.

There would be one long WOT just going up,

And one even longer coming down,

And one more leading nowhere, just for GO.



If I were a rich man,

Ya ha deedle deedle, bubba bubba deedle deedle dum.

All day long I'd biddy biddy bum.

If I were a wealthy man. "



Thank Yooou, thank yooou. :-laf :-laf

 

[GIT-R-DONE]

Sure is cheaper than a Harley, better fuel mileage too !

 

[jwgary]

Dog, that was really cool! In my house anything that can be said in three syllables usually winds up being repeated again to the tune of "Tradition".



The diesel... the diesel.

 

[Kissfan113]

here is a diesel motorcycle (sort of) for ya :--) , heck i'd drive it.

 

[puebla]

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