Pedigree of the Brands - A Different View of the Story... ...Many of us own cars which come from rather famous brands. Plenty of times, even if you hate to admit it, the badge is the main reason to look at a certain car and, in the end, it's the decisive reason in actually choosing the "perfect"model. OK, there ... Continue reading >
100+ years since the invention of the self-propelled car, three new engines battle for a place in the automotive future. Which one do you see in your car 10 years from now?
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Kawasaki has recently revealed details and photos of its 2010 range of motocross bikes, offering a preview of the updates and model line for the KX and KLX series. The new KX450F, KX250F, KX65, KX85 and KLX450R received changes not only in the technical area, but ...
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David Knight decided to leave BMW only after a few months of collaboration. The two-time World Enduro champion left KTM and joined the BMW Motorrad Team Offroad only at the beginning of the 2009 season. Recently, BMW announced that David Knight has ended the ...
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What do motorcycle riding and drinking wine have in common? Nothing, if you consider that it’s strongly recommended not to drink alcohol when driving or riding, but that isn’t necessarily a reason not to enjoy a glass of wine when you are not planning ...
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Zero Motorcycles entered the European market in 2006 and demands for its electric bikes grew rapidly. Aware of the potential of this market, the company decided to expand sales and marketing operations throughout the continent.
"After the incredible ...
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New Motorcycle Sound Test Released by SAEMOTOThe Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) International has recently produced a sound test standard to determine whether a motorcycle emits excessive noise. The test can be used on streetbikes or highway motorcycles. After studying a wide variety of on-highway motorcycles, the J2825 "Measurement of Exhaust Sound Pressure Levels of Stationary On-Highway Motorcycles," was issued. The new standard establishes instrumentation, test site, test conditions, procedures, measurements and sound level limits. "The motorcycling community and law enforcement have long sought a practical field test for measuring street motorcycle exhaust sound," said Ed Moreland, AMA vice president for government relations. "With the new SAE J2825 standard, street motorcyclists can ... >> Read more |
Current Harley-Davidson trike conversion kits were getting outdated, so this new product comes like a breath of fresh air. California Sidecar recently released the Volusia Trike Conversion kit for Harley-Davidson Softails.
Tough it may sound a bit weird considering ...
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Fans of the MotoGP champion will be thrilled to hear about the launching of the new 125cc sportbike. The smaller brother of the R1 and R6 features the official Team Yamaha graphics and specs, as well as Rossi’s well-know 46 race number and Doctor ...
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When most aftermarket exhaust manufacturers are dedicated to the sportbike range, SuperTrapp Industries comes with not one, not two, but ten new slip-on options for the 20099 Harley-Davidson Tri Glide cruiser.
The company, however, covers the whole range of ...
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The Class of 2009 of the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame pretty much covers all motorcycling areas, now that its ninth and last member was announced: Robert Bates, a motorcycle accessory innovator and apparel pioneer.
"After I bought my first real motorcycle, a ...
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All R 1200 RT-P police bikes will be fitted with Dunlop Roadsmart tires, BMW Motorrad announced. The reasons of approving these tires by BMW were their longer life and the lower operating costs.
Frank Stevens, Authority Program Manager, BMW Motorrad USA, said ...
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How could Yoshimura leave the B-King without new aftermarket exhausts and two other new products, destined to turn heads on the highway (like the standard model doesn’t...)? The Dual TRC Slip-on Muffler Systems, the Fender Eliminator Kit and the Chassis Protector ...
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A vintage reproduction motorcycle, based on the classic 1946 FLH Bobber, was recently released by S&S Cycle, under the name of K-Bobb. The new custom made motorcycle was produced under the Flathead Power brand, and features modern day technologies.
Though it ...
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Whatever crosses your minds when you think of a combination between science fiction and French luxury, inspired by Steve McQueen, drop it! It is certainly not what Jerome Coste had in mind when he created the Pavillon or Belvedere helmet collections.
For ...
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We have presented you the first seven members to join Class of 2009 of the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame by now. It is now time to introduce to you the eighth choice of the Jury, dirt-track racer and tuner, Chuck Palmgren.
Palmgren has won multiple events as a ...
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The AMA EnduroCross Championship Series found a new title sponsor for the upcoming events, motorcycle insurance company GEICO Powersports.
“EnduroCross is a truly innovative form of motorsport, bringing a popular style of off road motorcycle competition - ...
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Every 2008-2009 Ducati motorcycle purchased this summer will benefit from the new Full Factory Support program, which offers a one year complimentary services.
The Full Factory Support motorcycle service campaign includes the first year of regularly scheduled ...
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The world’s first Digital Superbike was recently unveiled, shocking the public not only with its design and paintwork, but also with the Apple iPhone dashboard.
Unfortunately, details of how the iPhone has been integrated in the MotoCzysz E1pc were not ...
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During the International Six Days Enduro (ISDE), due to be held in Portugal, October 12-17, KTM Motorsports will continue its rental program, as announced in a press release.
All ISDE participants will be given the opportunity to rent a 2010 KTM EXC model series ...
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He is not only a well-know television and film actor, but also an avid motorcyclist and a board member of the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA). This year, at the AMA Racing Vintage Grand Championships, Perry King will race a vintage off-road ...
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The Aoyama Replica is the new 2009 Corsair-V model, announced by Arai as an addition to the 2009 street-helmet line. The helmet has the same design as the one used by the 250cc GP front-runner Hiroshi Aoyama.
“The job of a motorcycle helmet has not changed. If ...
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