The Biggest Bike on Earth

ENGINE
1. 500 bhp (372 kW) @ 5600 rpm (60.4 bhp/liter); 525 lb.-ft. (712 Nm) @ 4200 rpm
2. 10-cylinder 90-degree V-type, liquid-cooled, 505 cubic inches (8277 cc)
3. 356-T6 aluminum alloy block with cast-iron liners, aluminum alloy cylinder heads
4. Bore x Stroke: 4.03 inches x 3.96 inches (102.4 x 100.6)
5. Two pushrod-actuated overhead valves per cylinder with roller-type hydraulic lifters 6. Sequential, multi-port electronic fuel injection with individual runners
7. Compression Ratio: 9.6:1
8. Max Engine Speed: 6000 rpm
9. Fuel Requirement: Unleaded premium, 93 octane (R+M/2)
10. Oil System: Dry Sump; takes 8 quarts Mobil1 10W30 Synthetic
11. Cooling System: Twin aluminum radiators mounted atop engine intake manifolds, force-fed from front-mounted, belt-driven turbine fan.
12. Takes 11 quarts of antifreeze.
13. Exhaust System: Equal-length tubular stainless steel headers with dual collectors and central rear outlets.
SUSPENSION:
Front:
Outboard, single-sided parallel upper and lower control arms made from polished billet aluminum. Mounted via ball joint to aluminum steering uprights and hubs. Five degrees caster. Single, fully adjustable centrally located coil-over damper ( 2.25-inch coil with adjustable spring perch); pullrod and rocker-actuated mono linkage. Center-lock racing-style hubs.
Rear:
Hand-fabricated box-section steel inboard swing arms, incorporating "hydral-link" lockable recirculating hydraulic circuit parking stand. Single fully adjustable centrally located Koni coil-over damper ( 2.25-inch coil with adjustable spring perch); pushrod and rocker-actuated mono linkage. Center-lock racing-style hubs.
BRAKES:
Front:
20-inch perimeter-mounted drilled machined stainless steel rotors, one per wheel. Two four-piston fixed aluminum calipers per wheel (16 pistons total), custom designed. Blue anodized caliper finish. Hand-activated.
Rear:
20-inch perimeter-mounted drilled cast-iron rotors, one per wheel. One four-piston fixed aluminum caliper per wheel (8 pistons total), custom designed. Blue anodized caliper finish. Foot-activated.
The Tomahawk is a Viper V-10 based motorcycle, a 500 horsepower engine with four wheels beneath it.
Chrysler will be selling the original Tomahawk concept and nine replicas through Neiman Marcus, for up to $555,000 each. The motorcycles cannot be licensed, so they cannot be legally driven on public roads. A Chrysler spokesman told Reuters they were meant as rolling sculptures.
Rumors had the Tomahawk selling for under $200,000, most likely at a loss or breakeven price, for publicity purposes - but still fully drivable. Wolfgang Bernhard, Chrysler's not particularly respected first mate, was said to be enthusiastic about that project, so much so that hundreds were projected to be built at under $200,000 each. They reportedly cost Chrysler over $100,000 to build (admittedly the work is outsourced).
The Dodge Tomahawk can reach 60 miles an hour in about 2.5 seconds, and has a theoretical top speed of nearly 400 mph. Each pair of wheels is separated by a few inches and each wheel has an independent suspension. Bernhard said four wheels were necessary to handle the power from the engine.
The Tomahawk remains on display at auto shows - though well out of reach of the general public, elevated on a special display.
PERFORMANCE:

0-60 mph: 2.5 seconds (est.)
Top Speed: 300+ mph (est.)
DIMENSIONS:
Length: 102 inches
Width: 27.7 inches
Height: 36.9 inches
Wheelbase: 76 inches
Seat Height: 29 inches
Weight: 1,500 lbs.
Track, Front: 8.75 in
Track, Rear: 10 in
Weight Dist: 49F/51R
Ground Clearance: 3 in
Fuel: 3.25 gallons

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:
Alternator: 136-amp high-speed
Battery : Leak-resistant, maintenance-free 600 CCALighting: Headlights consist of 12 five-watt LEDs, front, with beam-modifying optics and masked lenses.
Eight LEDs, rear. Headlamps articulate with wheels.
TRANSMISSION:
Manual, foot-shifted two-speed
Aluminum-cased two-speed, sequential racing-style with dog ring, straight-cut gearsGear Ratios: 1st 18:38; 2nd 23:25Clutch: Double-disc, dry-plate with organic friction materials, hand lever actuated with assistFinal drive: Dual 110-link motorcycle-style chains
Front Sprockets: 14 teethRear Sprockets: 35 teeth
Longitudinal, centrally mounted engine, rear-wheel drive layout; monocoque construction, engine is central, stressed member. Body of billet aluminum.

World Longest Hair

The number one problem affecting long hair is breakage, usually seen as shorter, fly-away strands, or split ends. From the moment you wake up to the time you go to sleep and even as you sleep, there are many factors that can lead to hair breakage.
One of the most common causes is poor maintenance – things like improper brushing and washing and infrequent trimming. Lifestyle factors, such as poor nutrition, stress and even restless sleeping can also lead to hair damage.
The problem is that what many women think is good for their hair may actually be hurting it. Through proper care using simple techniques and the right maintenance products, anyone can have long, beautiful, healthy locks.

The Long Hair Care Group recommends the following:

Finger Raking
Upon waking, use the back of the hand, run fingers through hair to remove snarls and tangles.

Proper Brushing
Bend forward, allowing hair to fall. Using only a wooden base natural bristle brush, such as our Long Hair Brush, bring hair from the nape of the neck over the head and down to the ends. Then, stand straight again with hair falling normally and brush from the underside of the hairline down the strands to the ends. Now, brush the top layers into place with long, even strokes. After each stroke, smooth hair with hands to reduce static. Increase the number of strokes weekly, starting with five and increasing by one a week until you find a comfortable routine. If oiliness develops, reduce strokes.
Brush only when dry. Hair is weakest when it is wet and brushing can easily damage it. Even when hair is dry always comb before brushing.

Combing
Separate hair into small sections. With a wide-tooth comb, such as our Long Hair Comb, carefully work from the ends in a downward direction only. Use only a wooden or tortoise shell comb – never rubber. Do not pull or yank hair.

Drying
Air-dry whenever possible.

Curling
Use regular hair rollers, winding hair loosely around them. Avoid electric rollers, hot combs, and curling irons, or use these on a cool setting. Pin curls or barrel curls are the safest and fastest methods of drying hair.

Shampooing
If your hair is dry and brittle, wet hair, then coat with a light conditioner before shampooing, such as our Time Released Moisturizer. This acts as a buffer and helps protect the hair strand. Then begin shampoo by removing dirt through gentle sudsing. We recommend using our Body Essence Shampoo, which is specially formulated with natural botanicals and designed to clean the hair without stripping away its natural oils. Massage your head to increase the blood supply to the scalp and roots. On an as need basis, we recommend using our Detoxifying Shampoo to remove unwanted residues from styling products and the environment.

Environment
Before going out to the beach or pool, comb conditioner such as our Seaweed Pac, through the hair. This helps to protect hair from the sun, chlorine, salt water, and from the sun's heat, and serves as a deep conditioning treatment.
Wear a hat, cap or scarf if you can to protect hair from over-exposure to the sun, salt or chlorinated water, wind and air pollution.

Trimming
Have hair trimmed on a regular basis (approximately every two months). This is especially important for growing out layers and/or bangs to reshape and make each stage of growing hair out a style.

Conditioning
Always apply conditioner from the ears down – never condition the scalp. Do not over-condition.
Conditioning too often can cause the cuticle layer of hair to lift making hair brittle and leading to breakage. Rather than conditioning every day, try our All Purpose Aloe Detangler, for snarl free combing.

Styling
Your hair style is a reflection of your personality and a wonderful way to express your individuality. All too often conventional styling products contain alcohol or other harsh chemicals. These ingredients are used to keep the hair in place and to give the appearance of shiny healthy hair. In the case of these mass-marketed products the look achieved is only surface deep and they tend to damage the hair. The Long Hair Care Group has developed a highly specialized line of styling products which not only makes your hair look great, they impart essential botanicals and vitamins to each strand, conditioning your hair as they hold it in place and body and give it incredible shine.

Sleeping
Even the way you sleep can affect your hair. Restless sleepers may actually be breaking hair as they sleep.

If you’re a restless sleeper, try a satin pillowcase so that the hair glides when you move in your sleep. On regular cotton cases hair can get caught and break.
Putting hair up to sleep is also helpful. Hair should be put in a ponytail on top of the head. Always use rubberbands that are rapped in cloth, commonly known as "scrunchies."

TINAPA RULES

DNA TEST!!!

The British High Commision in Nigeria, recently gave a mindblowing revelation. It discovered that well over 80% of family seeking visa, the second child of most family does not have the same DNA with the father.

What a revelation you might say..... But that is true. I need a woman to tell me what is happening....

The next time you are taking your children for visa to UK ensure that you know they DNA or else you are in for the greatest shoker of your life.

Mind your shoes

Word for Men

In this fast of doing business you cannot afford to looose the little details that matters. If you want to look good you will have to spend money, to reduce the cost of expenses on your shoes. please take note of the follwings: . Remember, the measure of a man is by his shoes.

With some little knowledge on maintenance your shoes should be able to last long sometime

Use water repellent

Before taking your new shoes out on their first walk, be sure to apply a coat of water repellent to the leather. After the initial application, habitually reapply it as instructed. Most experts recommend that you use a water-based repellent to seal the leather because it allows it to breathe and the moisture inside it to escape. Moisture impacts leather’s elasticity, so keeping moisture balanced is a must; too much moisture causes the leather to stretch, while too little moisture causes the leather to shrink. In both cases, the leather becomes ugly and loses its original fit. For as little as $8, a can of spray-on water repellent can dramatically increase the comfort and the lifespan of your leather shoes.

Tip: Wipe your shoes with a clean, warm sponge before adding additional coats of repellent; this will warm the leather, making it more porous and improving its ability to absorb the product, and prevent trapping dirt between the leather and the repellent.

Use shoe polish

A good shoe polish keeps leather shoes shining like a new dime. Polishing your shoes regularly does two things: It covers and repairs the damage of daily wear and tear and it nourishes and moisturizes the leather, keeping it flexible and healthy. Experts recommend using cream-based polishes and carrying your shoes with you when you purchase polish to ensure you get the one that best matches your shoe tone.

Tip: Buff the polish off your shoes with a pair of panty hose to get an optimal shine.

Hang your shoes on a tree

Do yourself a favor: Use shoe trees with any good pair of leather shoes; they’ll make your shoes last that extra mile. The beauty of shoe trees is that they fill out the shoe, helping the leather maintain its form. This prevents the leather from shrinking and creasing.Like other protective options, you have multiple choices when buying shoe trees, but the experts will tell you there’s only one viable option: ones made of cedar. Cedar has the ability to absorb harmful moisture and objectionable odors. Any reputable shoe store will have shoe trees in stock, so go ahead and get this $20 add-on to keep your shoes in mint condition.Tip: Insert the shoe tree immediately after taking off your shoes; this allows the interior moisture to be instantly absorbed.

Take care of your soles

A house is only as solid as the foundation on which it’s built, so make sure you take steps to save your shoe soles. While there are many types of soles out there, chances are a good, high-quality pair of leather shoes will be based on leather soles. Just like the leather on top, the leather on the bottom must be protected. The best option is to have your local cobbler attach “taps” to the front and rear heels. Acting as buffers between the heel and the ground, taps absorb the shock and damage of constant pounding, and prevent the sole from erodin, this is undoubtedly the cheapest way to protect the most vulnerable part of your shoe.

Tip: Don’t add taps until you have worn the shoes about 12 to 18 months; this allows the soles to conform to your gait, making for a smoother stride and more comfortable wear.

Replace your soles

The soles on your shoes are like the tires on your car: They eventually wear out and need to be replaced. According to the experts, the “upper” part of the shoe can last as long as 20 years, but the “lower” part of the shoe, on average, only lasts around five. So, when the sole becomes uncomfortable to wear and gets ragged in appearance, the best option -- rather than replacing the entire shoe -- is replacing the sole.

Have fun!

INSPIRATION…

The story you are about to read is a humorous, but inspiring one. It is about Les Brown, born on the floor of an abandoned building, with his twin brother, Wes. They were adopted when they were six weeks old by Mrs. Mamie Brown, a single woman who had very little education and financial means, but a very big heart. In a low-income Liberty city in Miami, Florida, Les was mislabeled as a slow learner. The label and stigma stayed with him for several years. Les had no formal education past high school. But with persistence and determination, and his trust in God, he has initiated a process of perpetual self-education, which has distinguished him as a resource on human potential.
Les Brown told a story of how by determination, tenacity, and the encouragement of his schoolteacher and mentor, Mr. Washington, he got his dream job:
“I needed to get a job to help my mother in the family upkeep. I went to Mr. Washington, my high school teacher, who was like a mentor to me. I told him what I wanted to be – a disc jockey. To this he replied ‘if you want to be a disc jockey, you got to be hungry. You’ve got to be willing to do the things others won’t want to do, in order to have the things others won’t have. You’ve got to work on yourself, develop your mind. You don’t get in life what you want; you get in life what you are. Always strive to get on top in life, because the bottom is over crowded. You’ve got to be hungry!’
I said, ‘Yes Sir, I’m hungry. I want to be a disc jockey.’ He said, ‘Start listening to people who are effective communicators. Be conscious of what you are saying and how you are saying it, because once you open your mouth you tell the world who you are. See yourself as a radio disc jockey; start working towards getting sponsorship, start creating the radio format that you want, start developing your personality.’ I said, ‘Wait a minute, Sir, I want to be a disc jockey, I don’t have the job yet.’ Then he said to me, ‘It is better to prepare for an opportunity and not have one, than have an opportunity and not be prepared.’
So I started working to develop myself, and my communication skills. I expected to have a radio programme, so I created my format. I started learning how to write promotion and do jingle, and then I went to him one day and said, ‘Okay, Mr. Washington, I am ready.’ He said, ‘Remember you’ve no journalism background, and you know broadcasting is a very crowded field, and very competitive. You are going to face enormous rejections everyday, but if you are hungry enough, the world will make a place for you.’
Then I went to apply for a job and met the Programme Director. I introduced myself. I said, ‘My name is Les Brown. I want to be a disc jockey.’ He asked, ‘Do you have any journalism in your background?’ I said, ‘No sir, but I have been training myself. Let me audition for you, let me show you how good I am.’ He said, ‘I m sorry, I don’t have a job for you now.’ I was discouraged, so I went back and told Mr. Washington. I said, “Mr. Washington, they said no.’ He said, ‘Don’t take it personally, most people are so negative they have to say no seven times before they eventually say yes.’ He said ‘You’ve got to be hungry!’ He said, ‘Go back again.’ I said, ‘Yes sir.’
I went back to the Programme Director the second day. ‘Hello Director, how are you sir? My name is Les Brown, I’d like to be a disc jockey.’ Surprised, he asked, ‘Weren’t you here yesterday?’ I said, ‘Yes sir.’ ‘Did I not tell you no yesterday?’ I said, ‘Yes sir.’ ‘So why are you back today?’ ‘Well sir, I don’t know whether or not somebody was laid off or fired sir’, I replied. ‘No one was laid off, no one was fired’, he retorted.
I was back the third day, ‘Hello Director, how are you sir? My name is Les Brown. I’d like to be a disc jockey.’ This time, certainly in rage, he answered: ‘I know what your name is. Weren’t you here the last three days?’ ‘Yes sir.’ ‘Didn’t I tell you no vacancy?’ ‘Yes sir.’ ‘Then why are you back today?’ I don’t know whether or not someone is sick or someone died.’ ‘No one is sick, no one died, no one is laid off, and don’t you come back again.’
I came back the fourth day, talking loud, looking happy, like I was seeing him for the first time. ‘Hello Director, how are you sir?’ He looked at me with exasperation and said, ‘Go and make some coffee’, I said, ‘Yes sir!’
Sometimes you have to stoop to conquer. You’ve got to sacrifice before you reign. So, I became the errand boy for the disc jockey. I’ll get their lunch and dinner, and stand in the control room. I will not leave until they ask me to. Then pretty soon, they trusted me to pick up entertainers from town.
Then one day I was at the radio station, and this disc jockey by the name, Rocky Rogers, was drinking while on air. He would slur his word; it was obvious he was inebriated. He couldn’t complete the show. Then there I was looking from the control room, walking back and forth, young, ready and hungry! Rocky was dead drunk. I was ready to go and get him more drink if he asked me to. Then pretty soon the phone rang, it was the General Manager. He said, ‘Rocky couldn’t finish his programme.’ I said, ‘I know.’ He said: ‘Would you call one of the other D.J’s there?’ I said, ‘Yes sir’ and hung up the phone. I said, ‘He must be thinking I’m crazy.’ I called my Mama, and told her to turn on the radio, that I’m about to come on air! I waited for about 20 minutes then I called him back. I said, ‘Sir, I can’t find anybody.’ He said, ‘Young boy, do you know how to work on the control?’ I said, ‘Yes sir.’ I couldn’t wait to get behind the turntable. He said, ‘Go ahead and start the recording.’ I said, ‘Yes sir!’”
That was how Les Brown became a disc jockey. After the first recording, Les impressed the General Manager so much that he got the job of a disc jockey without qualification.
Les Brown’s passion to learn and his hunger to realize greatness in himself and others helped him achieve his goals. He rose from morning deejay to Broadcast Manager, from community activist to community leader, from political commentator to three-term legislator, and from an emcee to premier keynote speaker. He has risen to national prominence by delivering a high-energy message, which tells people to live up to their greatness. It is a message Les Brown has learned from his own life, and he is helping others to apply it to their lives.

PREVENTING CHILD ABUSE!

While watching the network news recently, there was a report of a little baby that was sexually abused by an adult. Increasing number of children are daily being sexually abused by adults in our society today. Those who think such abominable acts only occur in western societies had better have a rethink. Children of all ages are victims of sexual abuse. The sad news is that friends, relatives and even fathers are the perpetuators of these evil acts. Reports of children ranging from infants as young as six months being raped, to 13 year old girls giving birth to their fathers’ babies are becoming common in our society today.One of the best ways of preventing child sexual abuse is to educate and teach your child how to avoid getting into such trouble. It’s the parent’s sole responsibility to do this. Parents should discuss the subject with their children, and should start early, even when they are as young as twelve to eighteen months. These youngsters are soft and tender at this age, so teach them the proper names of their body parts. A child of about three years can be taught about the private parts of the body, as well as the right to say “no” to unwanted touch. A child who is constantly forced to kiss, hug, or sit on the laps of someone they dislike often loses the feeling that his or her body is theirs. Children feel that if they must kiss or hug a person, then they might also have to do other things they dislike as well.

If a child asks questions about sex, give him straightforward answers. Don’t wrap them up in ambiguity or ignore the question, because you think it is too embarrassing to discuss. By starting an open line of communication with your child at this age, you increase the chances of your child coming to you when problems come up later on. Besides, incest and child abuse thrives on secrecy and fear.
As your child gets older and starts going to other children’s homes, and perhaps staying the night, it is time to discuss safety away from home. Your child should be well aware of the difference between good touch and bad touch. You should always ask about your child’s outing and encourage him or her to discuss any possibly scary experiences.

At age twelve, boys and girls often start paying attention to themselves and each other. Puberty has begun, along with the body changes that go with it. Children at this age often feel they are immune to so many of the rules and regulations up to this point. They want to go “hang out” with their buddies, or ride their bikes while out of their parents’ sight. It is at this time that personal safety and sexual conduct should be discussed. Though many parents will shudder at the idea of their child even thinking about sexual conduct, but this is the right time for sexual education.
Sit with them and actually discuss sexual abuse and what it entails. Many children believe that sexual abuse is all about old men forcing one to have intercourse with them. But it is much more than that. Make them aware of the facts, even if you have to give them a pamphlet from their pediatrician’s office to read. Be sure they are aware the dangers of “strangers” on the Internet. Past the age of twelve, a child must be made aware of “date rapes”, sexually transmitted diseases, and unwanted pregnancies. As hard as it is to imagine, some girls believe that if they didn’t actually fall asleep with the boy, they couldn’t possibly be pregnant.
At this time it is imperative that the lines of communication between the child and parent be open and uninhibited. If your child seems to want to discuss a matter, but is having a rough time talking about it, be understanding and make sure he or she knows you are interested. At all ages a parent should know where and with whom a child is spending time with. Also make sure your child is spending time with those of an equal age. Avoid letting him or her spend periods of time in out of the way places with much older children or other adults.

A school’s curriculum should include abuse prevention programmes for both children and teachers. If the school does have a programme, and your child attends it, this will be an opportune time to discuss sexual abuse. Churches should also include such programmes in the Sunday school activity for children. If you were abused as a child, tell your son or daughter the details you are comfortable about sharing. By knowing you went through it, a child who is abused is much more likely to bring the subject up if it happens to them. One of the most important things to remember is to give your child enough of your time, so he or she won’t go looking for it from some other adult. The lonely child who is not listened to at home makes a perfect target for almost any pedophile.