2011 Yamaha Scorpio Street Fighter

Looks Scorpio Z in 2008 is seen fierce and muscular.

Scorpio Street Fighter

2011 Yamaha Scorpio Street Fighter

Photographers - Syubhan Akib

Modifier from Pekanbaru, Tugi Yamaha Scorpio Z Nazareth change in 2008into a motorcycle that looked vicious street fighter . Scorpio Z is modified to be more muscular with a new body made from 0.8 mm galvanized plate material.

Other photos: ferocity this motor is more obvious when we look back swing arm is made very large. Arm swing is a product of Custom Products Kwangen Meanwhile headlights Scorpio Z is replaced with lights owned by Suzuki Satria FU. Scorpio Z Stang also been replaced using a handlebar-owned Kawasaki Ninja.

HONDA REVO TECHNO AT

Since its introduction, the first automatic duck in Indonesia, Honda Revo AT Techno start a new trend combines comfort with typical agility of a motor scooter with a duck.

HONDA REVO TECHNO AT

Because the dense atmosphere usually found in big cities make use of automatic transmission motorcycles become a trend in itself.

In addition, the agility of a motorcycle must also have an attraction. These two things combined is dedicated to Honda through AT Revo Techno.Do not want to wait a long time, detikOto opportunity to test this bike to explore the wilderness of Jakarta without a police escort as well as the usual testing done motor manufacturers.AT Revo technology that carries Automatic Continuous Variable (CV-matic) quite comfortable to drive, though somewhat disturbed with seats that are still hard as the standard Revo.

The path we choose to try out AT Revo is not a special track, but a typical jam-prone path Jakarta.

When the machine is turned on, the kitchen was 110 cc runway rumble. Once the gas, direct motor drive. When I first tried it, there is little sense clumsy. It's nothing, pass the custom motorcycle gear like a duck is no longer found in the Revo AT.

Footstep left the ordinary into the gears on the motor duck in general no longer exists.

Not long after leaving the AFP office in numbers Pejaten, South Jakarta, directly facing congestion.

In situations like this that carried automatic transmission AT Revo proven reliable. Moreover congestion we are forced to apply a stop & go is exhausting. But with automatic transmission, it did not happen.

AT Revo riding in a traffic jam feels very comfortable. Moreover, the agility of a motorcycle duck still exist in the DNA motor that has a wheelbase is 1252 mm.

No doubt, the action-skid salve amid congestion was so much better made than the motor matik like scooter. Ground clerance Revo AT 136 mm high as feels comfortable. Making the foot can tread the earth firmly.

Not only that, AT Revo Honda engine cooling system to adopt dual refrigeration and cooling air to the engine room CVT with engine motor oil the same as duck proved to be effective to maintain the engine temperature.

Any engine so it is not easy to heat that ultimately makes the rider comfortable because it is not too hot at the foot of the machine is located.

When night came and the atmosphere of the street began to sway, trying to spur detiOto motor that is sold at Rp 15.8 million (on the road DKI Jakarta) this.

Here AT Revo engine which has a maximum power of 7.68 PS at 8000 rpm with a torque of 0.81 at 5000 rpm kgf.m speak. Despite carrying the automatic transmission, AT Revo still can go up to 90 km per hour at Jalan Gatot Subroto long.

And most surprising is when it comes to the pump, because if another motor automatic transmission impressed 'thirst' to drink the fuel, which carry the AT Revo EFT technology (Efficient & Low Friction Technology) which serves to minimize friction between the components of the engine instead tend to economize.

2011 New GSX-R600

Compared to its predecessor, there are many changes in the body concept of the all-new GSX-R600. He weighs 9 kg lighter, and shorter wheelbase is now about 15 mm so it is more convenient to be invited to maneuver. (Doc Suzuki)

King of Suzuki Sport

2011 New GSX-R600

2011 New GSX-R600

Photographers - Pool

Japan's major motorcycle manufacturer Suzuki finally released the all-new GSX-R600. Motor that is claimed to be the new king of the world motor sport is going to strengthen the ranks of sports moge Suzuki dunia.Mesinnya underwent revision. All New Suzuki GSX-R600 strengthened with engine capacity of 599 cc DOHC, 16 valve, 4-stroke, 4 cylinder in line which is equipped with a liquid-cooled. Revisions occurred in the piston that is now stronger. On the security system, the motor is equipped with brembo brakes. (Doc Suzuki) GSX-R600 Suzuki when it was brought to Indonesia. With performance and stylish design, Suzuki GSX-R600 for placing young people who want energetic. (Syubhan / detikOto) What about price? No kidding, with all amendments thereto membandrol mogenya Suzuki was worth 8799 euros, or approximately USD 110 million. (Syubhan / detikOto) Suzuki motorcycle variants previously been brought to Jakarta Motorcycle Motorshow last year. (Syubhan / detikOto)

2011 YAMAHA LEXAM

Yamaha Indonesia Lexam Introduced

Lexam matic Vietnam Yamaha bike at last brought to Indonesia by PT Yamaha Motor Kencana Indonesia (YMKI).

In Indonesia, Yamaha Lexam would compete with Honda Revo AT, whichever comes first.

But Lexam just meet the specifications of Honda Revo For such technology Padahal YCAT according to Honda Revo on technology and the carburetor instead of injection.

Lexam Yamaha price is also higher than Honda Revo which is at 16.4 million rupees, while Honda Revo A was 15.8 million rupees.

2011 YZF-R1 SPECIFICATION

Key Features:

The YZF-R1 garnered the prestigious award as the 2009 Motorcycle of the Year from Motorcyclist Magazine. The YZF-R1 was chosen for its MotoGP®- inspired engine and chassis technology, and for its luxurious fit and finish.

2011 YZF-R1 SPECIFICATION

2011 YZF-R1 SPECIFICATION

Back for 2011, the YZF-R1 is the only production motorcycle with a crossplane crankshaft. Crossplane technology, first pioneered in MotoGP® racing with the M1, puts each piston 90° from the next, with an uneven firing interval of 270°- 180°- 90°- 180°. This uneven order does an amazing thing… it actually lets power build more smoothly. That means smooth roll-on delivery out of the corners, with outstanding tractability, followed by very strong high rpm power. It’s a feeling that’s simply unmatched, like having two engines in one: the low-rpm torquey feel of a twin with the raw, high-rpm power of an inline four. This breakthrough technology on the YZF-R1 represents a paradigm shift in both technology and performance.MSRP* $13,790 (Candy Red/Raven) Available from October 2010

$13,590 (Raven) Available from October 2010

$13,590 (Team Yamaha Blue/White) Available from October 2010

Engine

Type 998cc, liquid-cooled 4-stroke DOHC 16 valves (titanium intake valves)

Bore x Stroke 78.0mm X 52.2mm

Compression Ratio 12.7:1

Fuel Delivery Fuel Injection with YCC-T and YCC-I

Ignition TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition

Transmission 6-speed w/multiplate slipper clutch

Final Drive #530 O-ring chain

Chassis

Suspension / Front 43mm inverted fork; fully adjustable, 4.7-in travel

Suspension / Rear Single shock w/piggyback reservoir; 4-way adjustable, 4.7-in travel

Brakes / Front Dual 310mm disc; radial-mount forged 6-piston calipers

Brakes / Rear 220mm disc; single-piston caliper

Tires / Front 120/70ZR17

Tires / Rear 190/55ZR17

Dimensions

Length 81.5 in

Width 28.1 in

Height 44.5 in

Seat Height 32.8 in

Wheelbase 55.7 in

Rake (Caster Angle) 24.0°

Trail 4.0 in

Fuel Capacity 4.8 gal

Fuel Economy** 33 mpg

Wet Weight*** 454 lb

Other

Primary Reduction Ratio 65/43 (1.512)

Secondary Reduction Ratio 47/17 (2.765)

Gear Ratio - 1st Gear 38/15 (2.533)

Gear Ratio - 2nd Gear 33/16 (2.063)

Gear Ratio - 3rd Gear 37/21 (1.762)

Gear Ratio - 4th Gear 35/23 (1.522)

Gear Ratio - 5th Gear 30/22 (1.364)

Gear Ratio - 6th Gear 33/26 (1.269)

Warranty 1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty)

This R1 keeps all the technological superiorities developed for its predecessor: YCC-TTM (Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle) is MotoGP® inspired fly-by-wire technology used to deliver instant throttle response. YCC-I® is Yamaha Chip Controlled Intake which is a variable intake system that broadens the spread of power. The fuel injection system provides optimum air/fuel mixtures for maximum power and smooth throttle response.Engine:

Crossplane crankshaft technology proven in victory after victory on MotoGP® machines provides a high-tech uneven firing interval. Unlike typical inline-four engine design, where the two outer and two inner pistons move together in pairs with 180° intervals, the crossplane crankshaft has each connecting rod 90° with a unique firing order of 270° – 180° – 90° – 180°. This overcomes the inherent fluctuations in inertial torque during each engine revolution, and the accompanying peaky torque characteristics. Instead, combustion torque continues to build, giving the rider more linear throttle response with awesome power and traction out of the corners.

To maximize rider comfort as well as power output, the engine adopts a coupling-type balancer that rotates in the opposite direction as the crankshaft.

This engine features forged aluminum pistons to take maximum advantage of the power characteristics. Titanium intake valves are lightweight.

Chassis/Suspension:

The frame has a combination of uncompromising rigidity where needed along with carefully achieved flex for the precise rigidity balance this bike needs to give the rider the full benefit of its handling and engine characteristics. It is a sophisticated combination of Controlled-Fill die-cast, stamping, and gravity casting… the exact technology needed for each portion of this advanced frame.

SOQI front forks take a page from the championship-winning design of our MotoGP® weapon, the M1. Since both forks always move together, compression damping duties can be confined to the left fork, while rebound damping is precisely handled by the right fork, reducing oil cavitation.

APRILIA DORSODURO 1200 REVIEW AND SPECIFICATION

This is APRILIA DORSODURO 1200 ,twin-cylinder fans needn’t fret, as the 1197cc Dorsoduro steps in to fill that void.


The Dorsoduro's new V-Twin packs the grunt we wished the 750 had.

The 750cc Shiver and Dorsoduro are very appealing in their own right, yet performance from their three-quarter-liter V-Twins have been a little underwhelming. But after years of rumors about larger-displacement version of the same engine, Aprilia has finally delivered with the Dorsoduro 1200.


The Max Dorso has already been introduced in Europe, and our correspondent Tor Sagen brought back a glowing review you can read here. Although no lightweight (at a stated 457 lbs dry), the Dorso 12 comes to the party with a claimed 130 crankshaft horses to give it midrange grunt the 750 can’t approach. The big Dorso’s appeal is also expanded with high-end features like traction control and optional ABS.Engine and transmission Switch unitAprilia's profilation of this bike
Explosively powerful, extremely agile and performance-focused, this exclusive twin-cylinder motard has been created to satisfy even the most discerning of riders who demand the best in a bike.

General information
Model: Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200
Year: 2011
Category: Super motard
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Engine and transmission
Displacement: 1197.00 ccm (73.04 cubic inches)
Engine type: V2, four-stroke
Engine details: Longitudinal 90° V-twin
Power: 128.74 HP (94.0 kW)) @ 8700 RPM
Torque: 115.00 Nm (11.7 kgf-m or 84.8 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM
Compression: 12.0:1
Bore x stroke: 106.0 x 67.8 mm (4.2 x 2.7 inches)
Valves per cylinder: 4
Fuel system: Injection. Integrated engine management system. Injection system with triple map Ride by Wire throttle management: Sport (S), Touring (T), Rain (R)
Fuel control: DOHC
Ignition: Digital electronic, integrated in the fuel injection system.
Lubrication system: Wet sump.
Cooling system: Liquid
Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type,
final drive: Chain
Clutch: Hydraulically operated multi-plate wet clutch.
Driveline: Primary drive: Straight cut gears, drive ratio: 40/69. Final drive: Chain. Drive ratio: 16/40.
Exhaust system: 100% stainless steel 2-into-2 exhaust system with dual catalytic converters and oxygen sensor.
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type: Modular tubular steel frame fastened to aluminium side plates by high strength bolts. Removable rear aluminium subframe
Rake (fork angle): 27.3°
Trail: 118 mm (4.6 inches)
Front suspension: Sachs upside-down front fork with fully adjustable compression and rebound damping and spring preload. Wheel travel 160 mm.
Rear suspension: Aluminium alloy swingarm Piggy-back design Sachs hydraulic shock absorber with fully adjustable compression and rebound damping and spring preload. Wheel travel 155 mm.
Front tyre dimensions: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre dimensions: 180/55-ZR17
Front brakes: Double disc
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 240 mm (9.4 inches)
Wheels: Aluminium alloy Front: 3.50 X 17´ Rear: 6.00 x 17´
Physical measures and capacities
Seat height: 870 mm (34.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall length: 2,248 mm (88.5 inches)
Wheelbase: 1,528 mm (60.2 inches)
Fuel capacity: 15.00 litres (3.96 gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity: 3.50 litres (0.92 gallons)
Other specifications
Starter: Electric
Color options: Black, white
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“The Dorsoduro 1200 is all I ever wanted from the 750 that wasn’t there,” said Sagen after his ride. “The 1200 engine has got all that full richness I always look for in V-Twins. That sorted, the bike is now 100% pure fun.”

Just as intriguing, this new 1200cc V-Twin will surely find its way into other Aprilia models. We anticipate a Shiver 1200 to be unveiled during 2011, and it’s possible the new powerplant may find its way into a pseudo adventure-tourer like Ducati’s weird but successful Multistrada.

BMW K1600GT AND GTL SPECIFICATION AND REVIEW

BMW inspires us with news of the first inline six-cylinder motorcycle engine in nearly 30 years, this time in the center of a few high-end touring bikes. BMW says the long-stroke 1649cc mill is a huge 129-ft lb torque to produce at its zenith, culminating in a 160-horse bump on the highway of your choice.


The K1600GTL packs big power and comfort and convenience features.

The sporty-ish K16GT substituted 4-cylinder K1300GT and K1600GTL the luxury touring car of the well known German brand. Both are available with a range of technology and luxury options, including electronically adjustable suspension, traction control, heated seats and grips, and multi-mode engine-mapping, including a number of other opportunities which will provide a truly royal ride. And the engine sounds fine when we heard, when we saw K16 showed Jay Leno's garage last month.

"A six-cylinder motorcycle engine is a rare thing, regardless of era, " notes Pete

APRILIA TUONO V4R REVIEW AND SPECIFICATION

APRILIA TUONO V4R is on the gas for 2011, giving us several strong possibilities for selection to our list, including the sporty tiddler RS4 125. Parent company Piaggio, like Euro rivals Ducati, Triumph and BMW, continues an unabated stream of new product while Japanese brands are being much more cautious.APRILIA TUONO V4R REVIEW AND SPECIFICATION

In our selection process for this list, we had some votes for two new versions of the ultra-desirable RSV4 sportbike. If you have to wonder why this is exciting then you may not have paid attention to a) Motorcycle.com and/or b) World Superbike racing this year. Veteran road racer Max Biaggi scored 10 race wins on the way to the 2010 World Superbike Championship and the Manufacturer's title at the helm of an RSV4. And earlier this year we picked the RSV4 Factory as the winner of the first part of our 2010 Superbike Shootout.

REVIEW 2011 TOP 10 HOTTEST BIKES

This is Review fo top ten and hottest bikes ever of 2011. This crop of 2011 and 2012 offerings shows an almost unparalleled variety and further category fracturing and blending. We’re on tap to receive three cool entry-level, small-displacement sportbikes, an Italian power cruiser, a bleeding-edge Japanese literbike and the first inline 6-cylinder motorcycle engine we’ve seen in decades, among many other noteworthy machines.

All the specification and review will be share to you

2011 KAWASAKI KX250F SPECIFICATION PICTURE AND PRICE

2011 new Kawasaki KX250F is the hottest Motorcycle of the year.It was easy to love last year’s Kawasaki KX250F. Yes, it had a carburetor, handling was merely average and even the looks and ergonomics were a little dated. What made it such a hit? Power. The 2010 KX250F engine ran so strongly nothing else mattered. The 2010 bike was so good that KX250F sales rose 18% while other brands of 250Fs saw sales drop.

Motorcycle.com became acquainted with the 2011 KX250F at the North American press launch at Budds Creek. Engineers were excited to show off their hard work; the new KX250F received over 30 changes from the previous year, including the biggest of them all, fuel injection.

Year

Manufacturer

Model

Engine Type

Engine Displacement

Bore & Stroke

Compression Ratio

Cooling

Fuel System

Ignition

Starting System

Transmission

Final Drive

Rake and Trail

Wheel Base

Seat Height

Front Suspension

Rear Suspension

Front Brake

Rear Brake

Front Tire

Rear Tire

Fuel Capacity

Dry Weight

MSRP

2011

Kawasaki

KX250F

EngineFour-stroke single with DOHC and four valves

249cc

77.0 mm x 53.6 mm

13.5:1

Liquid-Cooled

43mm Keihin throttle body

Digital DC-CDI

NA

Five-speed with wet multi-disc manual clutch

Chain

28.2 degrees / 4.7 in.

58.1 in.

37.2 in.

47mm inverted Showa SFF telescopic fork with spring preload adjustability

Uni-Trak linkage system and Showa shock with 19 position low-speed

Single semi-floating 250mm petal disc with dual piston caliper

Single 240mm petal disc with single-piston caliper

80/100-21

100/90-19

1.9 gal.

232.7 lbs. (Wet)

$7,299

Ronaldinho set to reject Blackburn for Brazil's Gremio

Blackburn are set to fail with a bid to sign Ronaldinho after AC Milan revealed their Brazilian midfielder has chosen to join his home-town club Gremio.

The 30-year-old has been offered a deal worth about £20m over three years by Premier league side Blackburn.

But AC Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri said on Wednesday: "Ronaldinho has made a life choice by going to Brazil."

Brazilian media outlet Radio Globo said Ronaldinho was in Rio De Janeiro to sign a three-and-a-half-year contract.

The two-time world footballer of the year's current deal with Milan expires at the end of the season and, with the Rossoneri having already signed Antonio Cassano from Sampdoria this week, there is no space for the former Barcelona star in Allegri's line-up.

It was all just a publicity stunt by Venky's and signing Ronaldinho was never going to be a reality  Covstar

On Tuesday, Blackburn revealed they had made a move for the playmaker and Venky's, the company that bought Rovers in 2010, said its Brazil office was in talks with Ronaldinho's manager.

"He is keen to play in the EPL [English Premier League] and I think that goes in our favour," Venky's chair Anuradha Desai told BBC Radio Lancashire.

Ronaldinho is in his native Brazil after leaving AC Milan's winter training camp in Dubai.

He moved to Milan from Barcelona in 2008 but lost his place in the starting XI after the club signed forwards Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Robinho last summer.

2011 SUZUKI SHOGUN AXELO SPECIFICATION REVIEW

So far it is not certain when the Suzuki Shogun going to market the newest products Axelo in the country. Blowing news, latest motor end of January 2011 made by Suzuki is going to be launched.

Deputy General Manager of Marketing 2 WSS PT Indomobil Suzuki Sales Main Joko, revealed that the Suzuki Shogun Axelo will be launched, specifically January 28, 2011.

2011 SUZUKI SHOGUN AXELO SPECIFICATION REVIEW

When compared with the appearance of Suzuki Shogun, Suzuki Shogun Axelo appear to change significantly. Seen from tampilam headlights, fairing, body, down to the stern and rear lamp.

As for an engine, use the innards Axelo capacity of 125 cc 4-stroke engine CDI using balancer. The use of these features in order to reduce engine vibration so that the motor will feel more comfortable untukdikendarai.

Meanwhile, General Manager Marketing 2W SIS Surya Setiawan Axelo added later will be present in three variants.

In its launch later by Surya Setiawan, the lowest type does not use discs on the rear tires with autoclutch, the second variant dual front disc rear auto clutch, and variants of the top with front disc rear manual clutch,

Each type, called him, dibanderol Rp13, 8 million on the road in Jakarta, Rp14, 7 million on the road in Jakarta, and Rp15 million on the road in Jakarta.

F.D.N Betting: Tuesday 4 January, 2011

Today's Betting Tips...

Manchester United - Stoke City 1 Score: 3-0

Blackpool - Birmingham Over 2,5 Score: 2-1

Fulham - West Bromwich X Score: 2-2

Bristol Rovers - Plymouth 2 Score: 0-1

Blackburn offer Ronaldinho £20m

Blackburn have tabled an astonishing £20million offer for Brazil legend Ronaldinho after also making an ambitious loan move for David Beckham.

 

The forward - who has been told he can leave AC Milan - is being offered the chance to join ambitious Rovers.

Despite the jaw-dropping offer, Ronaldinho remains likely to snub the Barclays Premier League in favour of a move back to his homeland. 

However, Anuradha Desai, chairwoman of Blackburn owners Venky's, claimed on BBC Radio Lancashire: 'He is keen to play in the EPL [English Premier League] and I think that goes in our favour. 

'To be precise it is 7.6m euros (£6.5m) for first year and about 8.5m euros (£7.2m) for the second and third years.' 

Poultry giants Venky's, who bought Blackburn in November, claim their Brazil office is in talks with the player's manager. 

Ronaldinho, 30, is currently in his homeland after leaving Milan's training camp in Dubai. He joined from Barcelona in 2008 but has struggled to nail down a regular spot this season. 

Brazilian sides Flamengo, Palmeiras and Gremio are leading the chase to bring him back to Brazil but none are able to match Blackburn's lucrative offer. 

Blackburn boss Steve Kean is backing the shock bid for Ronaldinho.

He said: 'I know there has been contact made by the owners to representatives of Ronaldinho but I don't know how far down the line it is and whether it will actually happen.

Ronaldo keeps Real Madrid close to Barcelona

Cristiano Ronaldo 

Real Madrid are again just two points behind Spanish leaders Barcelona, after a stormy 3-2 win on Monday at local rivals Getafe. League top scorer Cristiano Ronaldo led the charge with two goals for the whites, and Mesut Oezil scored the other goal. Dani Parejo and Juan Albin scored for Getafe , who stay on the seventh place

Real, who had defender Alvaro Arbeloa sent off, now have 44 points from 17 games, two less than Barca, who beat lowly Levante 2-1 on Sunday at home.

The game started with controversy after Real were given a dubious penalty in the 11th minute for a supposed pull on Angel Di Maria. Getafe protested angrily, but Ronaldo calmly made it 1-0 from the spot.

Eight minutes later it was 2-0 to the visitors. Di Maria cleverly set up Oezil, and the German playmaker rounded keeper Jordi Codina and scored from a tight angle.

Dani Parejo pulled a goal back for Getafe in the 29th minute with a fierce drive, after skipping past Alvaro Arbeloa and Lassana Diarra. But Real remained in control, and Ronaldo made it 3-1 in the 57th minute after chaos in the Getafe defence.

However, Arbeloa picked up a second yellow card nine minutes from time, and the whites were suddenly against the ropes. Albin pulled a second goal back for Getafe four minutes later, taking advantage of an appalling mistake by Marcelo.

Brazil playmaker Kaka came on as a late sub for Real, after eight months out following a knee operation.

Earlier on Monday, Villarreal consolidated their grip on third place with a 2-0 home defeat of lowly Almeria.

The straightforward win - with goals from Jose Catala and Borja Valero - leaves the yellows with 36 points from 17 games, five points above fourth-place Valencia, who beat fifth-place Espanyol 2-1 Sunday. Villarreal are eight points behind Real Madrid.

Defender Catala headed Villarreal into the lead in the 22nd minute, after a near-post free-kick from Borja had rebounded off the Almeria crossbar.

Borja's free-kicks are one of Villarreal's principal weapons this season, and the Spain midfielder made it 2-0 with another one - this time an exquisite shot rather than a centre - in the 58th minute.

Almeria goalkeeper Diego Alves had to pull off three late saves to prevent Villarreal from adding a third. The southerners are now second from bottom with just 13 points.

Atletico Madrid, meanwhile, were being held 0-0 at home by solid Racing Santander, a result that leaves them in sixth place, one point behind Espanyol.

Atletico sorely missed injured star striker Diego Forlan. In addition, Portugal midfielder Tiago limped off with a torn muscle after just 18 minutes.

Even so, the man-of-the-match in the chilly Estadio Calderon was Santander keeper Tono, who defied Atletico with several sharp saves.

In Monday's other early matches, Mallorca thrashed Hercules 3-0 - with goals from Emilio Nsue, Victor Casadesus and Michael Perira - while struggling Zaragoza overcame Real Sociedad 2-1.

Florent Sinama-Pongolle gave Zaragoza an early lead, only for Xabi Prieto to level for Sociedad. In the very last minute, however, supersub Braulio sent La Romareda wild by making it 2-1 after Sociedad keeper Claudio Bravo had failed to hold a shot from Marco
Perez.

The late win lifts Zaragoza off the bottom for the first time this season and gives them real hope of salvation.

They are now third from bottom, level with Almeria on 13 points, both of them one point above new bottom team Sporting Gijon.