words in the blog: September 2009

Monday, September 28, 2009

On the Street....Mariacarla, Milan

On the Street....Eva at Sunset , Milan

On the Street....Men Friends, London

On the Street....Queen of Color, Milan

Franca Sozzani of Vogue Italia

On the Street....One More Time, Milano

About two years ago on a very misty, lazy Sunday morning in Milan I ran across this gentleman as he prepared for his Sunday bike ride. He was dressed so elegantly for a Sunday ride, but I guess I should expect that from Milanese by now. Our conversation was very brief and I forgot to get any of his contact information. I was very happy with the shot, but thought I would never run across him again.

Well, as I was shooting around the Versace show I see just the floating head of this gentleman glide by (his body and bike were hidden by a car). Traffic was heavy so as he slowed to navigate the cars and fashionistas I caught up to him and asked to take his photo. I was surprised when he instantly recognized me, "Yeah, you are The Sartorialist!, Cunningham!"
That Bill casts a long shadow.

This time I got his info, so hopefully we will be seeing more of Mr. Alborghetti on future Milan trips.

Sunday, September 27, 2009

On the Street....Viale Piave, Milan

On the Street....Jeans in Milan

KAWASAKI D-TRACKER X 250

Technical Specification Kawasaki D-Tracker x 250

Engine type: 4-Step, DOHC, 4 valves
System: liquid
Number of cylinder & Content: 1 fruit & 249cc
Step x Diameter: 72.0 x 61.2 mm
Comparison of Compression: 11:1
Maximum power: 18.0 kW / 9000 rpm
Torsi Maximum: 21 Nm / 7000 rpm
Injection system: Keihin F001
Starter System: Electric Starter
Transmission type: 6 speed return

Gigi final comparison: 2.786 (39/14)
Number of Ratio Roda Gigi: 7.429 in Top Gear
Ignition system: TIS
Front Suspension: telescopic
Rear Suspension : mono shock
Length x Width x Height: 2130 X 795 X 1125 mm
Wheel bearing distance: 1,420 mm
Lowest distance to the ground: 265 mm
Front brake: Hidrolic, Single-Disc
Rear brake: Hidrolic, single-Disc
Front Wheel: 70/100-19
Rear Wheel: 90/100-16
Weight empty: 139 kg /

Kawasaki KLX 150S

Kawasaki KLX 150S Picture

Kawasaki KLX 150S Technical Specification:

Engine type: 4-Step, SOHC, 2 valves
System: air
Number of cylinder & Content: 1 fruit & 144cc
Step x Diameter: 58.0 x 54.4 mm
Comparison of Compression: 9,5:1
Maximum power: 8.60 kW / 8000 rpm
Maximum Torsion: 12 Nm / 6500 rpm
Carburettor: Keihin NCV24
Starter System: Kick Starter & Electric Starter
Transmission type: 5 speed return
Comparison Roda Gigi: To-1: 2.917 (35/12)
To-2: 2.000 (32/16)
To-3: 1.474 (28/19)
4th: 1.182 (26/22)
To-5: 1.000 (24/24)
Gigi final comparison: 3.143 (44/14)
Number of Ratio Roda Gigi: 9.051 in Top Gear
Ignition system: DC-CDI
Idle Speed: 1400 (± 50) rpm
Type of frame: Perimeter, Box Section, Stainless Steel High
Rear Suspension : UNION TRAK ® linkage system and single shock with 5-way preload adjustability / 7.1 in.
Length x Width x Height: 1975 X 760 X 1080 mm
Wheel bearing distance: 1,285 mm
Lowest distance to the ground: 250 mm
Suspension Front: 33mm telescopic fork / 7.1 in.
Front brake: Hidrolic, Single-Disc
Rear brake: Hidrolic, single-Disc
Front Wheel: 70/100-19
Rear Wheel: 90/100-16
Julur Front: 310 mm
Julur Rear: 380 mm
Type / Length helm: Handle Bar / 760mm
Turn the corner: 43 ° to 43 ° left and right
Maximum weight: 228 kg
Weight empty: 108 kg