Track T-800CDI diesel motorcycle

[Britster]

I think this is the bike you remember? http://www.mbike.com/magazine/2010/0...types-of-fuel/

Yeh,that's the modified Kawasaki KLR650 with the latest Hayes Diesel Technology (HDT) USA engine, that I posted about.

New military bike can run on seven different types of fuel

Posted by BushA on August 9, 2010

Category: Motorcycle,New bikes

Military vehicles usually have impressive technical specification, but the HDT M1030-M2 670cc JP8 is simply a hell of a machine. Don’t let the charming name deceive you, the military motorcycle is as tough as a two-wheeler can be. The M2 is based on the 2004 M1 which was developed and produced for the U. S. Marines. The engineers at HDT have refined the motorcycle, and the result is the new M2.

The mercenaries' new favourite

The military motorcycle features a 670cc single-cylinder engine which is a standing alone motor even in its category. The JP8 utilizes HDT’s fourth generation heavy fuel engine which is capable of operating on different types of petroleum (JP8, JP5, JP4), aviation fuel (AVTUR, JET-A1), Diesel and even Biodiesel. The engine has a peak power of 33hp and 53Nm of torque which enables a top speed of 95mph and a 9,7 second-acceleration from 0 to 60mph. The motorcycle can traverse water 2ft deep and has a range of over 300 miles. The engineers have refined the chassis and developed a whole new swingarm and a 5-speed transmission. Despite the military status, the bike has an exhaust system that meets the noise and emission regulations while still maintaining peak performance.

The M2 has a price tag of $18,500 but there’s already a significant waiting list of survivalists, mercenaries and prospectors.





















HDT M1030-M2 670cc JP8 2010


Oil/water cooled, 670cc, Single
Torque: 53 Nm (5.4 kg-m) @ 3300 rpm (cranksh)
Final drive: Chain
Top speed: 152 km/h
Dry weight: 176 kg
Category: Offroad
Tags: Cross, Enduro

Add to garage view 1 owner
Add to favesNot faved
Write review no review
Get embed code
Share this page

The HDT M1030-M2 670cc JP8 2010

The HDT M1030-M2 670cc JP8 is the latest incarnation of the superlative military motorcycle standing alone as the only military motorcycle capable of operating on JP8, JP5, JP4, AVTUR, JET-A1, Diesel and even Biodiesel. Evolved from HDT’s M1030-M1 originally developed and produced for the U.S. Marines in 2004, the M1030-M2 670cc JP8 utilizes HDT’s fourth generation heavy fuel motorcycle engine with patent pending MAC-Ci Advanced Multifuel Technology producing 20% more power over previous generations. The M2’s refined chassis with newly engineered swingarm improves handling while its 5 speed transmission and updated suspension enhance ridability. All new high performance illumination including standard IR and blackout lighting improve tactical performance. An updated exhaust system meets more stringent noise and emission regulations while still maintaining peak performance.

Engine and transmission

Engine type: 1 cylinders, 4-stroke, Single
Displacement: 670 cc (40.94 cubic inches)
Cooling system: Oil/water cooled
Torque: 53 Nm (5.4 kg-m) @ 3300 rpm (cranksh)
Throttle: Cable operated
Valves
Valves per cylinder: 4
Fuel and ignition
Sparks per cylinder: 1
Fuel supply system: Fuel injection
Engine mounting: Transverse
Lubrication system: Wet sump
Gear box: Manual 5-speed
Clutch: Wet, cable operated
Final drive: Chain
Starter: Electric
Dimensions
Physical measures
Length: 2296 mm
Width: 960 mm
Height: 1219 mm
Wheel base: 1481 mm
Ground clearance: 211 mm
Weight
Dry weight: 176 kg
Chassis and suspension
Frame type: steel, Double cradle frame
Front
Suspension: Cartridge
Brake: Single Disk, Ø280 mm
Rear
Suspension: twin shock
Brake: Disk, Ø240 mm
Other
ABS available: No
Acceleration (0-100 km/h): 9.7 sec
Top speed: 152 km/h
Fuel capacity: 14 l
Number of riders: 2 persons

The M2 has a price tag of $18,500 but there’s already a significant waiting list of survivalists, mercenaries and prospectors.

Well there is obviously a Market for a rugged, tough Motorcycle with decent performance and fantastic torque, and incredible fuel consumption - that can be petroleum (JP8, JP5, JP4), aviation fuel (AVTUR, JET-A1), Diesel and even Biodiesel.

I am sure if the Chinese Motorcycle Manufacturers went after this Market, and geared up for it, they could produce something similar, for significantly less than $18,500?




The HDT MD670F Diesel Motorcycle

http://www.dieselbike.net/militaryproduction/militaryproduction.htm

The new civilian issue 670cc HDT multi fuel motorcycle, the MD670F. Adventure touring could change forever if these hit the road.

Based on a Kawasaki KLR650 the 584cc engine is designed to run on either diesel or aviation kerosene. Some parts from the original engine, such as the generator, have been used on the new machine in order to save money but essentially this motorcycles engine is completely new. This makes this machine completely unique, it being the first purpose built diesel motorcycle engine ever built.

The new KLR Diesel eclipses the older style generator bikes.

With a range of 120 miles per gallon the bike develops 33ftlb of torque and has a top speed of 80 MPH.

A nice close-up of the engine.

Yours truly gets to grips with a prototype Diesel KLR.

As you can see from the above picture, those great guys at R.M.C.S. invited me along to see the new machine and even went so far as to let me loose on it. I completed a route of around 5 to 6 miles, in damp conditions, circling the nearby town before returning. I can report that the bike performed and handled well as I shifted up through the five gears and got it up to speeds in excess of 70 M.P.H. down the local bypass. The engine revved very freely up tp 5,500 R.P.M. and being water cooled was surprisingly quiet for a diesel. The harsh knock normally associated with such engines was absent to be replaced by a muffled thumping only marginally louder than a normal KLR. Indeed, I suspect this machine, whilst running, could easily pass unnoticed in amongst a group of similar petrol bikes.The only givaway may be the actual speed at which it ticks over. It is noticably slower.

I did not get to take the bike off-road though but the 5 new gears seemed very well ratioed to cope with any eventuality. I think the 584cc Diesel engine's output can be compared to that of a smaller petrol machine with added low down grunt. I was told that some riders had felt excessive vibration but I experienced nothing until the engine reached its highest revs. Even then it did not seem unduly troublesome. Anyone expecting the engine to be heavy will be pleasantly surprised. Compared to others of a similar capacity it is compact and lightweight and perfect for a motorcycle. I'm told the many hours of testing have gone well and the future is looking exceedingly bright for this bike.

I must say it's one thing to read that this machine has a totally new engine and quite another to actually get you hands on it. You begin to realise just what these guys have done in designing and building this engine from scratch. After almost ten years in the making it's great to see this project coming to fuition. This kind of venture is incredibly expensive and it has to be done right if it's to make a market for itself. I'm pleased to report that this rider gives it the thumbs up and looks forward to the day he can get one for keeps.

Lastly a big thank you to the guys at R.M.C.S. (you know who you are) for giving the author of these humble pages a day out to remember.