PRETTY SHOOT

A combined shoot to do, very different to my usual!

The theme is a bit of Alice in Wonderland mixed with a Jesse J film clip – very out there, eccentric, somewhat quirky and modern. The images up here are what I had on my mood board when doing the shoot, so here’s a bit of an idea. We have some mixed up outfits and an amazing plan for our props as well as the perfect photographer and beautiful models.

We’re shooting literally in the bush among the trees and dirt grass, a different scene to many of the expected, glamourous fashion shoot. I’m hoping that the weather holds off just one more day and doesn’t rain, another day like today and I would say we are completely blessed with luck.

I’m really excited to do this shoot with the new team and cannot wait to see how it all turns out! I’ll post up some snapshots and updates on how it all went tomorrow – Happy Friday!


Hayley xx

kawasaki zxr 400

Kawasaki ZXR400:

                                                                ‘Extreme’ is a word that’s bandied everywhere these days. But when it comes to motorcycling, they don’t come much more so than Kawasaki’s ZXR400. Small (so popular with the ladeez), light, stumpy, extremely revvy and a fabulous handler, the little ZXR is refined essence of four-cylinder sportster with all the good and bad that implies. It’s not big, it’s not particularly clever, but show it some well surfaced bends and it’ll show you how good handling can be.

Dinky four-cylinder addictively shrieks and screams and comes complete with the frenzy of a 14,500rpm red line. Nothing much happens below 10,000rpm, so any progress is accompanied by a flurry of revs and a banzai-like howl from the end can. But all this fury is worth it because the little ZXR produces 62bhp, which can propel it to an almost unbelievable 140mph-plus top speed.

Exceptionally firm and taut, the suspension is unyielding and doesn’t compress much even with a heavy rider on board. On smooth roads or track days this equates to scalpel-like precision, but throw in some undulations and the wheels are in contact with the ground about as much as a freestyle snowboarder. It’s a jarring and pummelling ride that makes it hard to stay in the saddle, but then people don’t buy sporting 400s for their comfort.

Fairly typical mid-90s Kawasaki fare. Reasonable analog instrumentation squeezes inside the cockpit; half-decent mirrors (the other half show your elbows, natch) sprout off the compact full fairing and so on. That said, for a 400 it’s got everything the 750 version and more have, so is a quality bit of kit.


kawasaki z750

Kawasaki Z750:

                                                     The Z750 motorcycle is Kawasaki's model in the budget class of naked and half faired bikes. It is a smaller version of the Kawasaki Z1000.

The Kawasaki Z750 was launched in 2004, after its bigger brother, the Z1000 in 2003. Kawasaki kept it simple, using the same engine block and sleeving it down from 1000 cc to 750 cc, cheaper front suspension and using a conventional exhaust, making it a cut-down version of Z1000. Like the Z1000, which is considered a modern version of the Kawasaki Z900/Z1, the Z750 can be considered a modern take on the Kawasaki Z750RS Z2. A remodelled version of both the Z750 and the Z1000 was released in 2007, with changes both stylistically and mechanically. In 2011, alongside the standard Z750, Kawasaki launched the Z750R, which featured upgraded suspension and brakes components and a lightly revised styling.

In 2004, Kawasaki launched the first model of the Z750. This was considered Kawasaki's new middle-weight sports-naked bike after the Kawasaki ZR-7.

In 2005, Kawasaki launched the Z750S version which is more tourer, and less streetfighter. This version has a single long seat instead of the two-part seat on the Z750 similar to the Kawasaki ZXR600R, half fairing for wind protection, and excludes the rear tire "hugger" as found on the unfaired Z750. The 'S' version also uses an analog speedometer and tachometer instead of the digital instrument cluster taken from Kawasaki's supersport ZX-R models of which some riders complain that the digital LCD tachometer was harder to read while riding. Other differences include a slightly lower seat, grab rails and ZX10 style rear brake lights.

In 2007, Kawasaki launched a newer version of the Z750. The styling was slightly changed and include a bikini fairing. The engine vibration was reduced and it was also revised for more torque. The front suspension was also changed to an Upside Down Fork. The front and rear disk brakes have been changed to a petal design. The exhaust design was also changed.

In 2011, alongside the standard Z750, Kawasaki launched the Z750R. This model resembles the 2007 to 2012 Z750, however with upgraded front suspension for excellent steering performance and the rear suspension feature a piggyback nitrogen reservoir, radial front brake calipers with standard metal-braided front and rear brake lines, aluminium swinging-arm and black instrumentation. The headlight cluster, front mudguard and front and rear indicators were also redesigned for a more sportier look.


kawasaki z750

kawasaki z1000

kawasaki z1000:

                            Kawasaki introduced the Z1 motorcycle in 1972. Four years later they introduced the Kz900. The original Kawasaki Z1 was the first series of Japanese motorcycles with the combination of four cylinders, dual overhead cams and 903 cc (55.1 cu in). It was one of the most powerful motorcycles produced up until that time, and set multiple world records.[citation needed] And even though its quarter mile times and top speeds were grossly overestimated,actual numbers were impressive enough to earn the bike the nickname “The King”.[citation needed] In 1977 a z1000 ridden by Reg Pridmore became the first Japanese bike to win an AMA Superbike national when it took the victory at Pocono Raceway. In 2003 Kawasaki introduced a completely revamped 30 year anniversary edition of the Z1000. It used a modified engine from the Kawasaki ZX-9R, and was bored out by 2.2 mm resulting in bigger displacement, more low-RPM torque, and only a slight power loss of 4 bhp from the original ZX9. In 2004, Kawasaki released the Z1000's smaller brother, the Z750. In 2007, Kawasaki released a new Z1000. The Z-series since the 1970s until today are also known as the “Z”, “Zed”, and “Z1k”.

In October 2009, Kawasaki unveiled the 2010 Z1000. It received an all new Aluminum frame, Digital Instrument Panel, Bodywork, and a completely new engine. It sports 77 x 56mm bore and stroke figures, 1mm over the ZX-10R’s 76 x 55mm displacing 1,043cc. That is up from the previous model's 953cc. Compression ratio is 11.8:1, and fuel injection is handled by a bank of 38mm Keihin throttle bodies.

2003–2006 ModelsStylistically, the 2003 Z1000 was a departure from other naked sportbikes of the time. The Z1000 used the same tail section that was being used on the 2003 ZX6R 636cc sport bike. Kawasaki hired the same industrial designer credited with designing the Mazda Miata to create an aggressive bikini fairing to match the 636s tail section.

The Z1000 uses a backbone frame that supports the engine as a stressed member. Engine mounts can be removed to ease access for maintenance.

Compression damping is done on one fork leg, rebound damping on the other. This technology is from dirt bikes, and is rare on street motorcycles. The Nissin brakes have four piston calipers.

2007–2008 ModelsIn 2007 Kawasaki released an updated version of the Z1000. The bike features a detuned version of the ZX-9R engine. This detuning, in addition to the design of the exhaust, provides less top end compared to the super-sport ZX-9R engine, but more low to mid rpm range, giving a stock '07-08 Z1000 a top speed of about 166 mph and 0-60 mph acceleration in about 2.9 seconds, with about 125 bhp at 10,000rpm.

kawasaki z1000

kawasaki ER-4N

kawasaki ER-4N:

                                                           The 400 cc motorcycles is not so popular today, but now let see the Kawasaki ER-4n as one of the 400cc motorcycles that available from Kawasaki right now. Kawasaki ER-4n looks interesting to the novice rider. If you want a motorcycle that is more powerful than the Kawasaki 250, but more friendly handling, lighter, and cheaper than the ninja 650R or also Kawasaki ER-6n series, the Kawasaki ER-4n is a pretty wise to choice. As we know, Kawasaki ninja 250r is more popular than another beginner bike today, but if you thing that 250cc is not enough for you, you should better check a larger engine capacity than Kawasaki 250. Kawasaki ER-4n comes with great engine, nice style as ER-6n but it's more fun for beginner motorcycles riders, a key of Kawasaki ER-4n is light weight and good handling.

Kawasaki ER-4n comes with 399cc of engine capacity, 4-stroke, fuel-injection, DOCH 8 valve, parallel twin engine, liquid cooled, and also 6 speed transmission. As you can see, The specs between ER-4n and ER-6 series is not so different, there just engine capacity. ER-4n is a light weight street-touring bike, compact chassis, light handling, and nice tall fuel tank design. Riding with Kawasaki ER-4n looks fun and comfortable for beginner, it's caused the Kawasaki ER-4n also has low seat height, ergonomics riding style, low / minimal vibration, unique rear mono-suspension and weight has only 199 kg. What about the safety? Er-4n completed with dual petal disc on the front and it will provides good stability and fast breaking. If we talk about the appearance, it's all almost same with ER-6 series, Kawasaki ER-4n has sharp aggressive design, beauty radiator shrouds, compact tail design, digital display, and nice aluminum passenger grips.

Well it's nice 400cc street-bike so far, Kawasaki seemed to understand that the Kawasaki motorcycles fans also some bikers wanted another motorcycle with good appearance but engine, power and also performance  better than only 250cc, if you feel bored with the 250cc motorcycles, but you don't want a motorcycle that has a capacity of over than 500cc, Kawasaki ER-4n seems is an excellent choice. With a power that is better than 250 cc, and excellent appearance, also cheaper prices than 600cc or 500cc bikes, no other words than perfect motor-bikes for Er-4n. I found this bike from Kawasaki Japan and I don't know is Kawasaki ER-4n will release in another country or not.

I HEART Paris...

Oh La La Paris..

I was lucky enough to be shooting in Paris last week - my favourite European city!! Love the architecture, the ambience, the style, the shopping, the food.. Everything!! It really is such a romantic city and if I could speak French I would love to live there!! Here are some more shots of my time in Paris.... Hope you like them.. With love..

L xox
www.lisaelliottfashionstylist.co.uk

kawasaki Ninja

kawasaki Ninja:

                                                      The faired Kawasaki Ninja 650R, also known as the ER-6f, and its un-faired sister model ER-6n were introduced in 2006 by Kawasaki. They are middleweight, parallel-twin engined motorcycles, designed for normal use on paved roads. They have modern styling and features, with low-seating ergonomics, a low center of gravity, and respectable, manageable power output. The design was intended to appeal to a wide-ranging audience from newcomers to seasoned riders.

The engine is relatively unusual in employing a 180 degree crankshaft. This results in an uneven firing interval (180 degrees, 540 degrees) which gives the engine note a distinctive "throbbing" quality.

The 650R/faired ER-6, known as the ER-6f overseas, was introduced to the market in 2006. The unfaired ER-6n was not sold in North America until the 2009 model year. The motorcycle fits above the Ninja 250R and Ninja 500R models, which already existed in Kawasaki's sportbike lineup, which includes the Ninja ZX models. For 2009, Kawasaki released an updated Ninja 650R which includes new bodywork, mirrors, gauges, lighting, and a new tune on the same 649 cc engine. The curb weight is reported as 440.9 lb (200.0 kg) instead of the previous dry weight of 393 lb (178 kg).

kawasaki Ninja