New Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2008 Released
Kawasaki has decided to give its ZX-10 R a major upgrade with heavily-modified engine, revised chassis and altered cosmetics. For the 2008 Kawasaki engineers wanted a highly communicative package that would enhance the two-way dialog between rider and machine that professional racers require to ride at the highest level. That meant the chassis had to […]
New Honda CB600F Hornet
Lean, mean and poised for new conquests, the startling new CB600F Hornet stands the mid-displacement performance naked class on its head with riveting new looks and the blistering performance of a totally new engine and chassis When Honda’s development team set out to create the next generation of the wildly popular Hornet, they knew that […]
2008 Suzuki RM85 And RM85L
Suzuki has announced the arrival of its latest junior motocrossers, the ever-popular RM85 and RM85L Equipped with technology from Suzuki’s championship-winning two-stroke motocross weapons, the junior-size RM85 is the perfect tool for young riders learning to race and win. Suitable for bigger riders, the RM85L features larger wheels, plus a longer swingarm. Powering the next […]
Electric motorcycle inventor crashes at Wired NextFest
The inventor of the “KillaCycle” electric motorcycle almost killed himself during a demonstration at the Wired NextFest conference. Bill Dube, a government scientist during the day and electric bike builder at night, did a “burn out” in front of the Los Angeles Convention Center, but accidentally accelerated too much and crashed into a Minivan. Here […]
Triumph Launch Limited Edition Daytona 675
To commemorate winning Masterbike’s Supersport title for the second year running, Triumph has produced a limited edition ‘Masterbike’ version of the ground-breaking Daytona 675. Exclusive to the UK, just 100 of these stylish machines have been produced. The Graphite 675 comes complete with Masterbike ‘Supersport Winner 2006 & 2007’ decals, a certificate of authentication and […]
Honda CRF450R 2008 More Agile Than Ever
For 2008, the CRF450R’s light and rigid aluminium frame and responsive Works racer suspension systems are now complemented by a revolutionary new Honda Progressive Steering Damper (HPSD) for an unbeatable combination of quick, confident control that makes this overwhelming class favourite one of the best-handling dirt bikes you’ll find anywhere. The HSPD is also complimented […]
New Yamaha V-Max set to go into production in 2009
Yamaha has confirmed the new-generation V-max will go ahead, but it still has a year of development ahead of it before being ready for production. The V-Max’s existence was announced to US Yamaha dealers in this letter, which has been circulating on the internet: Dear Yamaha Motorcycle Dealer, At both last year’s Dealer Meeting in […]
New Suzuki Boulevard M50 Muscle Cruiser
Suzuki’s impressive 805cc, liquid-cooled, SOHC, V-Twin engine remains the driving force within the Boulevard M50, delivering plenty of performance. An advanced electronic fuel injection system provides strong low-end torque and excellent fuel economy, with throttle response aided throughout the rpm range by the Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve (SDVT) system. The Boulevard M50 features 41mm inverted […]
KTM Presents The First ATV Models In The USA
KTM introduces the brand new ATV models 450 XC and 525 XC to the media. With the presentation of these new ATVs, KTM extends its range of products to include a completely new model family. And just like the two-wheeled KTMs, the brand philosophy “Ready to Race” was also firmly in the foreground when developing […]
Tri Colour Honda VFR 2008
Painted up in the same livery as the all mighty NSR500 of the day, the tri colour model features all of the standard benefits that sport touring customers have come to expect from their Honda. The VFR debuted in 1986 and has consistently been hailed as the manufacturer’s premier high-tech sports touring model ever since. […]