Tuesday, November 17, 2009

mobil LAMBORGHINI Gallardo LP560-4 Polizia (2009) car pictures


Koleksi gambar mobil Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 Polizia (2009)
- The new Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 Polizia, which replaces the previous Lamborghini Gallardo Police Car in use by the Italian police force since 2004 has a 560 horsepower engine that can reach speeds of up to 203 mph. -

List of Lamborghini Models >
Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 Polizia (2009)

Click Thumbnail to download 1600 x 1200 pixels





Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 Polizia

A private ceremony was held at the Viminale Palace where Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A. donated a police version of the company's newest super sports car, Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 Polizia, to the head of the Italian State Police, Prefect Antonio Manganelli.

The new Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 Polizia, which replaces the previous Lamborghini Gallardo Police Car in use by the Italian police force since 2004 has a 560 horsepower engine that can reach speeds of up to 203 mph. The car will begin service with the Lazio Highway Police Department in order to continue accident and crime prevention to sustain security on the Italian roads.

Proof of outstanding reliability
Its predecessor is proof of Lamborghini's outstanding product quality. Since 2004, Rome's police force has had the first-generation Lamborghini Gallardo in regular police service. The sports car has clocked nearly 87,000 miles of patrol duty on the motorways of central and southern Italy, as well as on emergency medical transport detail.

A second Gallardo, painted in blue and white police colors, has been in service around Bologna, Italy since 2005. Its odometer already shows more than 62,000 miles. Aside from regular servicing, neither of the super sports cars has required major repairs.

In addition to the clearly effective deterrent offered by the presence and visibility of a Lamborghini on the highway, the technological equipment on board these vehicles makes them highly effective in the control of hazardous behaviour on the roads (high speeds, driving in the emergency lane, dangerous over-taking); the automatic recognition of number plate tracking and real-time transmission of images to the control rooms.

High-tech video system with real-time retrieval
The cabin of the super sports car is fitted with the latest advancements in police technology to immediately document the evidence of any transgression. The video system is positioned in the center of the cabin with a camera fitted next to the rear view mirror and a computer and recording equipment behind the seats. As soon as police officers discover a suspicious driver, they activate the "Proof Video Data System." With the help of GPS data, the device can calculate the location, direction of movement and speed of the Lamborghini. This combined with the distance and time before intercept, accurately determines the speed of the vehicle being pursued.

Using radio data transmission, the video system in the Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 Polizia transfers its images in real time to the relevant police station. There, the videos are stored and used for automatic number plate retrieval. This information can be used for immediate identification of stolen vehicles.

The "classic" array of police equipment on board too
In addition to its high tech equipment, the Gallardo is also fitted with the "classic" array of police equipment, such as a gun holster, police radio equipment and the "Paletta," the traditional hand-held stop sign used to advise motorists and traffic offenders to pull over. Officers can then use a removable screen to show offenders their misdeeds immediately, complete with an overlay of all the associated data.

Rapid response in medical emergencies
The Lamborghini is used regularly for urgent medical transportation too. The luggage compartment in the front of the vehicle is equipped with a specialized refrigeration system for safe transportation of donor organs. For extreme emergencies, there is also a defibrillator used to restore a normal heart rhythm to patients by delivering an electrical shock to the heart to stop massive cardiac arrhythmia or ventricular fibrillation, and thus save lives.

Officer training
The 30 police officers permitted to drive the Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 Polizia receive special training in the use of the Gallardo's medical equipment. Each person on the special operations team - which includes three women - has undertaken several days of driver training with Lamborghini, under the leadership of the Lamborghini test drivers. The basis of trouble-free everyday operation is the exceptional safety of the Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 with its permanent all-wheel drive and its refined chassis, which maintains stability even at the highest speeds. Lamborghini's extremely high standards for product quality and reliability ensure that the Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 Polizia is always ready for duty.

Even the blue light is designed for speed
Now the successor is ready - a new generation Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 with the very latest in special equipment. The Lamborghini wears its uniform with pride, painted in accordance with requirements in "blu Polizia" - whereby the white stripes and lettering follow the Gallardo's dynamic design angles. Its main patrol beat will once again be central and southern Italy, primarily on the motorway between Salerno and Reggio Calabria.

The police beacon on the roof of the Gallardo had to be aerodynamically optimized being that the new police car reaches a considerably higher top speed than regular service vehicles. Despite the extremely flat construction of the signal lighting, blue LEDs are fitted round the base to ensure the visual signal cannot be missed. The roof-mounted lighting is supported by further blue LED signals on the front, sides and rear of the light's aluminium shell. A total of four sirens integrated into the front and rear of the Gallardo generate unmistakable audible warning signals.

On duty even in New York
Just like its predecessor, the new Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 Polizia is destined to be not only the fastest, but also the most famous police car - even beyond Italian borders.

The Italian State Police uniform, and the unquestionable attraction of the Lamborghini brand, continue to arouse curiosity and interest. Thousands of citizens have the possibility to see the car for themselves during the many events organized to promote the vehicles in use.

Alongside its daily operational duties, the Gallardo also has regular public appearance obligations, such as its role as parade leader every year in Rome's traditional "Festa di Polizia," or its escort responsibilities at events with historical vehicles, like the Targa Florio and the Milan - San Remo Rally. Its predecessor even represented the Italian police in New York City at the 2005 "Columbus Day" parade.



Thursday, November 12, 2009

HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL 1200 R Sportster 1200 Roadster (XR 1200) (2009)


HD-Harley Davidson XL 1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster (XR 1200) (2009) Pictures, Review and Spesification.
- XR 1200 is the first Harley-Davidson® motorcycle which has been designed specifically for European customers. Harley-Davidson’s European Product Planning Team was involved from the beginning of the XR 1200 project, resulting in a motorcycle which is built for the twists and turns of European roads, and one that represents the company’s commitment to the needs and desires of customers in the European market -

Harley Davidson XL 1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster (XR 1200) (2009)

HARLEY DAVIDSON Models >

Click Thumbnail to download (size 1600 x 1200 pixels)


General information

Model: Harley-Davidson XL 1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster (XR 1200)
Year: 2009
Category: Custom / cruiser
Rating: 73.2 out of 100.

Engine and transmission
Displacement: 1202.00 ccm (73.35 cubic inches)
Engine type: V2
Stroke: 4
Torque: 98.00 Nm (10.0 kgf-m or 72.3 ft.lbs) @ 3200 RPM
Compression: 9.7:1
Bore x stroke: 88.9 x 96.8 mm (3.5 x 3.8 inches)
Fuel system: Injection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Starter: Electric
Cooling system: Air
Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type final drive: Belt
Clutch: 9-plate, wet

Physical measures
Dry weight: 251.0 kg (553.4 pounds)
Seat height: 742 mm (29.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.

Chassis and dimensions
Frame type: Mild steel tubular frame; circular sections; cast junctions
Front suspension: Sport-tuned Showa® suspension featuring 43mm inverted front forks
Rear suspension: Twin pre-load adjustable shock absorbers
Front tyre dimensions: 120/70-ZR18
Rear tyre dimensions: 180/55-ZR17
Front brakes: Double disc. 4-piston calipers
Front brakes diameter: 292 mm (11.5 inches)
Rear brakes: Single disc. Single pistom
Rear brakes diameter: 292 mm (11.5 inches)
Exhaust system: Upswept, high-volume 2-1-2 straight shot exhaust system finished in satin chrome

Other specifications
Fuel capacity: 12.50 litres (3.30 gallons)
Comments: Evolution engine

Harley Davidson Pictures, Review and Spesification.

HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL 1200 L Sportster 1200 Low (2009)


HD-Harley Davidson XL 1200 L Sportster 1200 Low (2009) Pictures, Review and Spesification.
- Offering a blend of style, performance, agility and easy-to-handle ergonomics, the 1200 Low adds a recalibrated suspension and tyre-hugging front fender for 2009 -

Harley Davidson XL 1200 L Sportster 1200 Low (2009)

HARLEY DAVIDSON Models >

Click Thumbnail to download (size 1600 x 1200 pixels)



General information

Model: Harley-Davidson XL 1200L Sportster 1200 Low
Year: 2009
Category: Custom / cruiser
Rating: 63.6 out of 100.

Engine and transmission
Displacement: 1202.00 ccm (73.35 cubic inches)
Engine type: V2
Stroke: 4
Torque: 98.00 Nm (10.0 kgf-m or 72.3 ft.lbs) @ 3200 RPM
Compression: 9.7:1
Bore x stroke: 88.9 x 96.8 mm (3.5 x 3.8 inches)
Fuel system: Injection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Cooling system: Air
Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type final drive: Belt
Clutch: 9-plate, wet

Physical measures
Dry weight: 251.0 kg (553.4 pounds)
Seat height: 668 mm (26.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall length: 2,250 mm (88.6 inches)
Ground clearance: 112 mm (4.4 inches)
Wheelbase: 1,515 mm (59.6 inches)

Chassis and dimensions
Frame type: Mild steel tubular frame; circular sections; cast junctions. Swingarm: Mild steel, rectangular tube sections, stamped junctions; MIG welded
Rake (fork angle): 30.0°
Trail: 119 mm (4.7 inches)
Front suspension: 39 mm fork
Front suspension travel: 105 mm (4.1 inches)
Rear suspension: Coil-over; preload dual-adjustable
Rear suspension travel: 54 mm (2.1 inches)
Front tyre dimensions: 100/90-19
Rear tyre dimensions: 150/80-16
Front brakes: Single disc. 2-piston calipers
Front brakes diameter: 292 mm (11.5 inches)
Rear brakes: Single disc. Single piston
Rear brakes diameter: 292 mm (11.5 inches)
Exhaust system: Chrome, staggered shorty exhaust with dual mufflers

Other specifications
Fuel capacity: 17.00 litres (4.49 gallons)
Color options: Vivid Black, Dark Blue Pearl, Flame Blue Pearl, Red Hot Sunglo, White Gold Pearl and Pewter Pearl.
Modifications compared to previous model: New lowprofile rear shocks for improved ride quality; New low-profile front fender

Comments:
Black powder-coated engine with chrome covers; Chrome headlamp visor; Chrome trim ring with black body headlamp; Chrome riser; Mid-mounted rider footpegs; Standard passenger footpegs; Stainless steel, pull-back handlebars; One-piece, two-up Sportster® classic seat; Low-profile front forks;

Harley Davidson Pictures, Review and Spesification.

HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL 1200 C Sportster Custom (2009)


HD-Harley Davidson XL 1200 C Sportster Custom (2009) Pictures, Review and Spesification.
- Packing plenty of power with just the right mix of laid back custom style and chrome, the 1200 Custom stays true to its name -

Harley Davidson XL 1200 C Sportster Custom (2009)

HARLEY DAVIDSON Models >

Click Thumbnail to download (size 1600 x 1200 pixels)



.............

General information

Model: Harley-Davidson XL 1200C Sportster 1200 Custom
Year: 2009
Category: Custom / cruiser
Rating: 66.4 out of 100.

Engine and transmission
Displacement: 1202.00 ccm (73.35 cubic inches)
Engine type: V2
Stroke: 4
Torque: 98.00 Nm (10.0 kgf-m or 72.3 ft.lbs) @ 3200 RPM
Compression: 9.7:1
Bore x stroke: 88.9 x 96.8 mm (3.5 x 3.8 inches)
Fuel system: Injection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Starter: Electric
Cooling system: Air
Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type final drive: Belt
Clutch: 9-plate, wet

Physical measures
Dry weight: 255.0 kg (562.2 pounds)
Seat height: 673 mm (26.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall length: 2,275 mm (89.6 inches)
Ground clearance: 112 mm (4.4 inches)
Wheelbase: 1,520 mm (59.8 inches)

Chassis and dimensions
Frame type: Mild steel tubular frame; circular sections; cast junctions
Rake (fork angle): 30.0°
Trail: 119 mm (4.7 inches)
Front suspension: 39mm fork
Front suspension travel: 145 mm (5.7 inches)
Rear suspension: Coil-over preload dual-adjustable
Rear suspension travel: 54 mm (2.1 inches)
Front tyre dimensions: MH90-21
Rear tyre dimensions: 150/80-16
Front brakes: Single disc. 2-piston calipers
Front brakes diameter: 292 mm (11.5 inches)
Rear brakes: Single disc. Single pistom
Rear brakes diameter: 292 mm (11.5 inches)
Exhaust system: Chrome, staggered shorty exhaust with dual mufflers

Other specifications
Fuel capacity: 17.00 litres (4.49 gallons)
Color options: Vivid Black, Dark Blue Pearl, Red Hot Sunglo, Flame Blue Pearl and Pewter Pearl, Red Hot Sunglo and Smokey Gold; Vivid Black and Mirage Orange Pearl
Comments:
New low-profile rear shocks for improved ride quality; New low-profile front fender

Harley Davidson Pictures, Review and Spesification.

Wednesday, November 4, 2009

HARLEY-DAVIDSON VRSCF V-Rod Muscle (2010) pictures and review


HD-Harley Davidson VRSCF V-Rod Muscle (2010) Pictures, Review and Spesification.

- The V-Rod Muscle® is a high-performance power cruiser with broad-shouldered, sculpted bodywork and a contemporary, urban sense of style. -

Harley Davidson VRSCF V-Rod Muscle (2010)

HARLEY DAVIDSON Models >

Click Thumbnail to download (size 1600 x 1200 pixels)



The VRSC™ family offers an unmatched combination of style and performance. The 60-degree Revolution 1250 cc V-Twin is liquid-cooled and features Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI), dual overhead cams, four-valve heads, and a five-speed transmission. The engine is rubber-mounted in a hydroformed steel perimeter frame. A shell covers the large-volume airbox located over the engine. A five-gallon fuel cell is located below the seat on all VRSC models.

Model Highlights
• Platinum powder-coated powertrain with polished covers
• Satin chrome dual exhaust with turn-out mufflers
• Silver, Five-Spoke Cast Aluminum wheels
• Sport front fender with black brace supports and blacked-out rear section
• Polished aluminum handlebar with integrated riser
• Polished forged aluminum triple clamps
• Chopped rear fender
• Angular airbox with side covers
• Color-matched radiator shrouds
• Satin black headlamp bucket
• LED front turn signals integrated in mirror stems
• LED combined stop/tail/turn light integrated within rear fender
• Side-mounted license plate
• 43 mm inverted forks
• Stylized rear shocks with black springs
• Black frame
• Deep, drag-style two-up seat

Key Features
The V-Rod Muscle® is a high-performance power cruiser with broad-shouldered, sculpted bodywork and a contemporary, urban sense of style.

The VRSC™ family offers an unmatched combination of style and performance. The 60-degree Revolution 1250 cc V-Twin is liquid-cooled and features Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI), dual overhead cams, four-valve heads, and a five-speed transmission. The engine is rubber-mounted in a hydroformed steel perimeter frame. A shell covers the large-volume airbox located over the engine. A five-gallon fuel cell is located below the seat on all VRSC models.

• High-performance Brembo® triple-disc brakes with available ABS
• Race-bred slip and assist clutch helps ease drive train effort during downshifting
• 240 mm wide rear tire
• Forward-mounted footpegs and controls
• Teardrop reflector-optic headlight
• Electric power accessory connector under seat
• Optional, factory-installed Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
• Optional Harley-Davidson® Smart Security System with hands-free security fob


General information

.........

Harley Davidson Pictures, Review and Spesification.

HARLEY-DAVIDSON XR1200 motorcycle review wallpapers


HD-Harley Davidson XR1200 (2010) Pictures, Review and Spesification.

- Based on the design of the winning XR-750 flat track race bike that experienced its heyday back in the 1970's, the 2010 Harley-Davidson XR1200 motorcycle is an extremely capable street bike that breaks from your typical Harley-Davidson design on a number of levels -

Harley Davidson XR1200 (2010)

HARLEY DAVIDSON Models >

Click Thumbnail to download (size 1600 x 1200 pixels)




Based on the design of the winning XR-750 flat track race bike that experienced its heyday back in the 1970's, the 2010 Harley-Davidson XR1200 motorcycle is an extremely capable street bike that breaks from your typical Harley-Davidson design on a number of levels.

Firstly, this bike corners extremely well. Most H-D motorcycles I have ridden in the past could not dream of acquiring much lean angle, the XR1200 does it with aplomb (Lean angle is rated at 39 degrees to the right and 40 to the left). The Harley XR1200 is fairly light, coming in at a dry weight of 562 lbs. This allows for a very good amount of "flick-ability." That is certainly not a word I would associate with a typical Harley, but it's true on the XR.

Overall rider positioning was much like your standard motorcycle-not too sporty, not too laid back. The low seat positions you right in between those two postures in an upright and comfortable spot. Part of that agility is due in no small measure to the high-performance Dunlop Qualifier radial tires that get nice and sticky when hot and allow you to track well through turns while leaned over.

You might think the fact that the 2010 Harley-Davidson XR1200 has an Evolution engine makes it part of the manufacturer's usual air-cooled stable but this baby has precision-cooled cylinder heads and a large capacity oil cooler. The cooler seems a bit vulnerable sticking out of the left front side of the bike but I found it did a good job of keeping things in order temperature-wise. The technology here is pretty amazing and I believe Harley-Davidson will adopt this in other future models.

Where the Harley XR1200 does feels like a classic Harley-Davidson in its power delivery, which is a throaty, torque-filled explosion (thanks to its Straight-Shot High performance exhaust) in the lower rpm range. Not as much top-end as some other sport bikes but down low, it is a mighty threatening beast. The motorcycle's lower rpm strength was thrilling each and every time I got on the gas.

Once up to speed, the engine really loved to simply cruise. This truly opened up my eyes to what a lot of Harley owners I have spoken with over the years have tried to impart on me; the beauty of simply cruising. This motorcycle may crank through the corners like a sport bike but it still has the heart and soul of a cruiser within the 45-degree V-twin.

The 2010 Harley-Davidson XR1200 shares the same wide-style clutch and front brake hand levers as many other modern Harley models. These were an absolute pleasure to use, offering a confident feel for both controls. Speaking of confidence... the XR's brakes were extremely confidence inspiring stopping you in an instant on demand. This saved me quite often in many a chaotic commuting traffic scenario.

The XR1200 also has fantastic engine braking, which allows you to save a great deal in the brake wear department. That is consistent with the big V-twins of most Harleys but the lighter weight of the XR makes the feel of the throttle roll-off more dramatic than you might expect.

Regarding the side stand, if you are on even a slight downward incline there is a very good chance the bike can fall over if you do not find a better, level area to park on. I found myself constantly pulling back on the bars when parked just to make sure it would not fold into the upright position leaving this gorgeous bike smashed on the ground. Of course putting the bike into first gear is one way to make sure it does not roll forward when parked but even then, one must make sure there is no gear lag whatsoever because it could still be enough to allow the side stand to fold up.

This bike has wide flat-track inspired handlebars that are comfortable to grab. The position of the mirrors could have been wider but worked well nonetheless compared with other sport bikes. The XR also has self-canceling signals that will certainly assist those riders who often forget to turn off their signals after executing a turn. The instrument illumination is superb. Night or day I had no issues reading the digital speedometer or the analog tachometer.

I could also read the small amber reserve light well but still ended up running out of gas once anyway. That was due to the very low amount of actual reserve the bike offers and a shortage of gas stations on the highway I was traversing. I've heard plenty of stories from Sportster owners about running out of gas (especially with only 0.5 gallons of reserve) so that was something I should have kept in the back of my mind when setting out on that particular journey.

Another aspect of this motorcycle that reminds you that you are astride an American V-twin is that it rumbles and shakes a lot when you are at idle. Once you get going though the engine smoothes out unbelievably. This sporty just loves to cruise all day long.

Just recently, Harley-Davidson released a Performance Suspension Kit specifically designed for the XR1200. Though I did not get to experience its application on the XR, I am sure it ups the ante with Showa's new big piston front forks and 36mm rear setup, both of which are fully adjustable. However, the stock setup I had still boasted Showa inverted forks that gave great feedback and absorbed bumps with ease while the Showa rear suspension did a fine job of sweetening my ride.

Some other accessories that are available for the H-D XR1200 include: a luggage rack, removable tail bag, an alarm system, a slick contoured tank bag, detachable sport saddlebags, (though these will not fit if you bought the performance suspension kit), a passenger backrest and bungee bars that allow you to mount your soft luggage or spare helmet to the passenger pillion. You can also add things like braided steel brake lines and other tweaks to suit your specific needs. One thing a commuter should add is either the quick-release detachable super sport windshield or the detachable sport windscreen.

The 2010 Harley XR1200 is available in three colors: Vivid Black, Brilliant Silver Denim and Mirage Orange Pearl. If you prefer your coffee and motorcycles all black though, the X version also comes stock with the previously mentioned high-performance Showa suspension. Everything from the exhaust pipes to the engine is blacked out and menacing looking. Too bad you will have to move overseas to get the fully blacked-out version of this bike-the XR1200X.


General information

.........

Harley Davidson Pictures, Review and Spesification.

Tuesday, November 3, 2009

mobil LAMBORGHINI Gallardo LP 550 2 Valentino Balboni


Koleksi gambar mobil Lamborghini Gallardo LP 550 2 Valentino Balboni (2010)
- Driving fun with absolute precision -

List of Lamborghini Models >
Lamborghini Gallardo LP 550 2 Valentino Balboni (2010)

Click Thumbnail to download 1600 x 1200 pixels




He has long been revered as one of the many legends surrounding the world's most uncompromising sports car brand – Valentino Balboni, a remarkable test driver with his own personal cult status. Automobili Lamborghini now presents a model in his honour and bearing his name – the Gallardo LP 550-2 Valentino Balboni.

The latest version of the Gallardo, Lamborghini's most successful model of all time - overall, more than 9,000 units of the model range have already been produced - boasts not only its own distinctive design and exclusive equipment, but its technology is unique too, as indicated by the model badge: the 550 stands for the power output in hp and the 2 is for rear wheel drive.

For several decades, Valentino Balboni has had a distinct influence on the character of the super sports car bearing the sign of the bull. With his fine-tuning and testing work, he has helped to shape many automotive legends, from the Lamborghini Miura of the 60s through to the current Gallardo and MurciĆ©lago models. Balboni was hired in 1967 by company founder Ferruccio Lamborghini himself. From early on, it was evident that the young Balboni had a special feel for cars, that most sensitive of all instincts that connects to the ‘life blood' of an automobile and defines the soul of a test driver.

“A Lamborghini must always combine the precision of a race car with the reliability of a good friend,” says Balboni. Since 1973, he has sat at the wheel of every prototype built by the brand, and even most production cars have passed through his hands before being delivered to their customers. This has turned Balboni into one of the most important representatives of the brand, with an outstanding reputation and status among the brand's fans and customers worldwide.

Limited to 250 units
After over 40 years with Lamborghini, Balboni is now officially retired. Yet, Valentino Balboni continues to travel to many countries around the world as an ambassador of the brand.
The special exclusivity of the Gallardo LP 550-2 Valentino Balboni is guaranteed – it is limited to 250 units.

Light-footed yet extremely safe
With this latest version of the Gallardo, Lamborghini is honouring its long-standing test driver in a very special way. The LP 550-2 Valentino Balboni was conceived in line with his own thinking, and it meets many customers' requests for a model with a unique character, which offers a very special kind of active driving fun. The Balboni model is the only current Lamborghini that delivers its power to the road via its rear wheels alone.

Rear wheel drive has a special appeal to those sports car drivers who enjoy a particular driving style. Thanks to the eminently powerful V10 driveline, controlled oversteer is no problem – naturally always to the extent defined by the driver - because refined road manners and perfectly tuned assistance systems mean that the Gallardo LP 550-2 Valentino Balboni is an exceptionally safe sports car to drive.

Driving fun with unique character
In order to shape this unique character that combines driving fun and safety, the engineers at Sant'Agata Bolognese have incorporated extensive modifications into the LP 550-2 Valentino Balboni. It was not simply a question of moving the transmission to the rear axle, the vehicle had to be adjusted and tuned in every element of its driving dynamics. This includes springs, dampers, stabilisers and even the tyres. The aerodynamics were also adjusted to take account of the change to the power flow.

The rear axle differential, with a 45 percent limited slip, was also redeveloped, as was the calibration of the e-gear transmission. One significant point was the adjustments made to the ESP system. While the standard program is focused on high stability, the CORSA program permits greater drift angles, thus enabling drivers to enjoy the dynamics of the LP 550-2 to their full extent.

Outstanding performance is guaranteed
Adjustments have also been made to the very heart of the Gallardo, the 5.2 litre ten-cylinder: the perfect synthesis of hi-revving pleasure, pulling power, a constantly exuberant temperament and a powerful symphony played in all keys. In the Valentino Balboni, the compact and lightweight power unit generates 405 kW (550 hp). At a dry weight of only 1,380 kilograms, this guarantees outstanding performance: the LP 550-2 is catapulted from 0 to 100 km/h (0-62mph) in a breathtaking 3.9 seconds, while the top speed of 320 km/h (199 mph) guarantees its place among the ultimate in super sports cars.

Powerful elegance in its distinctive design
The Valentino Balboni is not only unique in terms of its technology: its design and equipment reinforce its exclusivity. Its classic sporting character is emphasised by a colour strip in white and gold running from the front panel over the roof and parts of the engine cover all the way to the rear spoiler, with inspiration from the classic sports cars from the ‘70s. This colour treatment underscores the powerful elegance of the Gallardo and emphasises the unique Lamborghini design DNA. The Special Edition is available in eight colours, from Bianco Monocerus through to Verde Ithaca, or Arancio Borealis to Nero Noctis. The Scorpius wheels retain their dark grey finish, while the brake callipers come in black, orange or yellow, depending on the exterior paint finish.

Classic sporting look for the interior, too
The characteristic colour combination is repeated in the interior. The basic colour of the full leather upholstery is black. Both seats, however, feature the colour strip in white. The centre console is completely upholstered in Polar white leather to create a powerful accent. A badge below the left side window bears the signature of Valentino Balboni and the production number of the car.

The exclusivity of the Valentino Balboni is augmented further by its extensive equipment. Alongside several new leather features in the interior, there is also the transparent engine cover, the rear view camera, the navigation system with Bluetooth and the lifting system for the front axle that makes it easier to drive over obstacles. In addition to the extensive standard equipment, a list of further options is available including e-gear transmission and carbon ceramic brakes.