Yamaha reveals first full picture of 2010 FZ8

After teasing us with pictures showing only the noses of both the 2010 FZ8 and FZ8 Fazer models and the motorcycle press getting their hands on more than just a few leaked pictures yesterday, Yamaha has decided to release a single full picture of the all-new FZ8.

Looking at it, it’s easy to see that the model supposed to replace the FZ6 is actually derived from this last’s bigger brother, the FZ1. Considering that the 1000cc bike produces 150hp, the new middleweight one should brag about around 120hp. We can only be certain of that this summer, when Yamaha will unveil the naked FZ8 and the half-faired Fazer 800.

Revealed: 2010 Yamaha FZ8 FazerSansom hearing delayed

Barracuda 2010 sexy calendar with Jorge Lorenzo & Tatiana

MotoGP rider Jorge Lorenzo and supermodel Tatiana have recently got together for the making of the Barracuda 2010 sexy calendar and here are the excellent results. Furthermore, we’ve also attached the backstage video, which is worth more than 1000 pics. Watch it after the jump.


Sexy bikers: custom bike needs no airbagSansom hearing delayed

Triumph Street Triple R, the better version

When you’re not satisfied with what a motorcycle company is selling to you, but you’re such a big fan and cannot head in the opposite direction, you start taking things into your own hands and out of your pockets. This is exactly what Tony Hartfield did when noticing that the Triumph Street Triple R isn’t quite the performance machine he was expecting when he bought it. So he then headed towards a new 2009 Triumph Daytona 675 (Street Triple R’s original source of inspiration) and built his own idea of a high-performance naked.

Tony retained the 126bhp Daytona 675 motor, which has around 20hp more than the Street Triple, but modified the Daytona chassis in order to fit it with Speed Triple handlebars as well as with Street Triple indicators and headlights. Other upgrades include Giles rear sets, Pazzo levers and Galfer wavey discs front and rear.

Having completed the project, Tony told MCN: "I reckon what I have is what the Triple R should have been." And he may very well be right.

Rediscovered vintage steam motorcycle for the railroadsLeaders of Fort Hood inquiry avoid Hasan questions

Is this Volkswagen's future superbike?

BMW are already producing the S1000RR superbike, so why wouldn’t Volkswagen have their own? VW holds quota of Suzuki, so speculating about another German superbike seems now closer to reality then ever before.

The unofficial project belongs to German designer Nils Poschwatta, who has in the past worked for Volkswagen, but it is still in the “what if” faze as there are some impediments. First and foremost, there’s a great contradiction between the name Volkswagen and a two-wheeled vehicle which is everything but "wagen". Secondly, VW will most likely limit itself to investing in the Suzuki division and not in the launching of an all-new vehicle for them in a segment in which tradition has a strong word and big brands dominate the scene.

Still, the idea remains very interesting, especially as the project wears the R fingerprint, the new sports division launched by VW.

In the past, the German car manufacturer was suspected of planning a motorcycle together with the Austrians from KTM&sa.x=0&sa.y=0&sa=Go&sitesearch=www.topspeed.com&domains=www.topspeed.com&client=pub-4875171553795813&forid=1&channel=6192344904&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8&safe=active&flav=0000&sig=mM_iRu_fGe4ShbE-&cof=GALT%3A%230066CC%3BGL%3A1%3BDIV%3A%23FFFFFF%3BVLC%3A336633%3BAH%3Acenter%3BBGC%3AFFFFFF%3BLBGC%3AFF9900%3BALC%3A0066CC%3BLC%3A0066CC%3BT%3A000000%3BGFNT%3A666666%3BGIMP%3A666666%3BFORID%3A11&hl=en">KTM, but nothing turned into fact. So let’s just hope this concept does because it looks simply outstanding and yet plausible.

Redistrict plan on ballotRevealed: 2010 Yamaha FZ8 Fazer

Kawasaki Concours 14/ABS

Get the Flash Player to see the videos.
Kawasaki found itself in the situation of needing to seriously improve what has in the past few years become one very notorious high-performance touring motorcycle, the Concours 14. So while the bike doesn’t drift away from its ZX-14 DNA, it should offer a much safer, more economical and comfortable riding experience.


White House unhappy with Iranian nuke proposalKawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight

Harley-Davidson has today revealed their latest “all-new” motorcycle that they add to the 2010 Sportster 1200 lineup, the Forty-Eight. While the bike gets the consecrated H-D air-cooled Evolution 1200 engine and five-speed transmission, Sportster fans will most likely be attracted by the radical new stylistic approach, meaning low profile custom handlebar with under-mounted mirrors, a shorty-style front mudguard and a cut-down rear one, both being wrapped around 16” fat, 150-section tires. The solo seat is positioned at only 26 inches from the ground and we also like the fact that the ’48 features a multitude of blacked-out components. Starting at $10,499 in black, the latest Sportster 1200 qualifies as an entry-level H-D with high-end finishing touches. Also, there’s an abundance of options, including a pillion seat kit, but find out more in the press release after the jump.


Eleven candidates running for Meek’s congressional seatSilly Harley-Davidson Chinese trike

Aprilia RSV4 & Klara go straight to the heart

You really can’t compare a woman’s beauty with that of a motorcycle, but when we saw the pictures of the Aprilia RSV4 and Klara, we thought it’s at least worth giving it a try. The first has a strong heart of 180 beats at 12,500 rpm, it was born in 2009 and benefits of no less than 115 Nm of torque. The second measures 83-60-90, 5.7ft and it is 19 years old.

Yes, that’s an awful comparison indeed, but we’re happy to see we cannot say the same thing about these pictures showing both “characters” together. Enjoy!

Politicians jumping into social media, seeing new outlet to votersLeon Camier completes the 2010 Aprilia WSBK team

Sexy bikers: custom bike needs no airbag

Through this post, we’re trying to say that although the motorcycle industry is successfully trying to implement motorcycle airbags (see the Honda Goldwing), some users just don’t need any whatsoever as they have their own to serve and protect them. For instance, this sexy chick may have very well found them in an accessories catalog and they say these things do their job beautifully even when the user is not riding. Great!


Florida GOP chairman fights efforts to oust himHonda CB750 Cafe Racer is made to turn heads!

Revealed: 2010 Yamaha FZ8 Fazer

Yamaha has today made public the first picture of the all-new 2010 FZ8 Fazer. The Japanese maker will be taking the wraps off their new middleweight half-faired supersport in May this year and wave good bye to the FZ6 Fazer.

2010 Yamaha FZ8 second renderingHundreds brave cold to see ‘rock star’ Palin in Plano

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

Get the Flash Player to see the videos.
Although Kawasaki initially had plans to launch an entirely new Ninja ZX-10R for 2010, their final decision was to stick to what they already had and slightly improve their open class sportbike in an almost unnoticeable manner. The move doesn’t turn the 2010-spec Ninja ZX-10R into a threat for the competition, but this would still have to deal with a more aggressive look and small technical tweaks now characterizing the Green racing motorcycle with headlights.


Haiti’s prime minister targeted for ouster by lawmakersRidiculous Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R chopper

Video: TTXGP movie trailer

Are you in love with motorcycle racing? If so, you’ve probably heard of TTXGP, the world’s first electric motorcycle race held on the Isle of Man TT last year, but I bet you didn’t knew they’re making a movie about it. Actually, it will be a documentary called Charge. Ewan McGregor is the narrator and viewers can watch plenty of behind-the-scenes sequences as well as listen to the creators of the bikes themselves, such as Michael Czysz. Please watch the trailer after the jump.


Zero Motorcycles enters 2010 TTXGP Electric Motorcycle ChampionshipsGot a question for Gov. Charlie Crist? Here’s your chance

Deus Ex Machina's Sacred Cow bobber

Honda CB750 Cafe Racer is made to turn heads!The Advancement Project warns of problems with upcoming elections

The pig motorcycle can fly!

Along time we’ve seen bikes taking different animal shapes depending on the preferences of owners, but it seems this guy likes to be a little more special than the rest of the biking crowd. We can only appreciate him for that, but still cannot understand how he could possibly think at turning his scooter into a flying pig. I guess he’s deep into fairytales or he simply thought at his favorite food…Anyways, good job!


Kimmera Motorcycle Concept Looks BadFlorida Republican activists call for unity

Kawasaki KX450F/Monster Energy

Get the Flash Player to see the videos.

The 2010 Kawasaki KX450F is now a fact on dealership floors and it comes with a whole range of improvements that are more than enough for a review of this new model year. Like with all previous generation models, the goal here was to improve performance and reliability as well as rider comfort and looks.

Kawi is quite proud of their new KX450F and they have plenty of reasons to also be enthusiastic about the new racing season. You see, more power and less weight will always do the trick in the right hands.

280bhp Kawasaki ZX-10R is Santa’s new "sleigh”Utilities’ public advocate faces competition for post

Rediscovered vintage steam motorcycle for the railroads

This vintage steam motorcycle prototype was built in 1836 by English railway engineers George Stephenson (father) and Robert Stephenson (son), who also built the Rocket locomotive. To us, it looks greater than many concept bikes we see today, but it seems it was a little too much for times in which the forms of self transportation consisted in either walking or riding a horse.

After being discovered in an old abandoned workshop in the north of England, the steam prototype meant to be originally ridden on railroads is now called the Rocket Bike.

P.S. Is it just me or this thing looks a little too similar to the Triumph Rocket III?

Florida, others battle for federal rail grantsHouse of Thunder sells the world’s most expensive motorcycle

Kawasaki KX250F/Monster Energy

Get the Flash Player to see the videos.
Kawasaki now offers the KX250F motocross model as a 2010 model year. Not only that, but the quarter-liter racer is entirely new as a result of engineers aiming towards a higher revving and implicit more powerful, but also more reliable engine. Once you’ve done that, every single piece of the machine qualifies for a proper revision and that’s how dirt bikes end up being tweaked each and every year.


FPL faces key vote on rate increase of up to 30 percentRidiculous Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R chopper

Dario Caroselli's Ducati Desmo concept

The latest creation of italian designer Dario Caroselli is called the Ducati Desmo and it is, obviously, a supersport motorcycle designed following the strict requirements that end up turning these things into “two-wheeled Ferraris”.

While there is little hope that Ducati considers adding another liter bike for their already vast supersport lineup and this could ever turn into the actual one, Caroselli has even thought at three different color schemes that could be used. Looking at the details, you can easily spot the consecrated L-twin Ducati engine configuration, which in this case attracts our attention for being positioned right in the middle for better mass centralization.

We cannot say this is not a plausible and great looking concept, but we’re simply having serious doubts that it will ever find a better place than our desktop backgrounds.

Ducati 599 Mono concept bike - Italian looks meet Supermoto powerIs Tuesday’s Miami election a fresh start or peek into the past?

Honda Interstate

The 2010 Honda Interstate is Big Red’s latest touring motorcycle, which is part of the five additional new models among the Sabre and Stateline, just to mention the ones in the same family. So we’re talking about a whole new line here that Honda likes to call the 1300 Custom line and which is based on a big V-twin engine with Honda’s Programmed Fuel Injection, but you’ll find that the Interstate is the only one to feature stylish leather-wrapped hard bags, traditional windscreen and floorboards. These features turn it into a real long haul companion, so hit the jump and find out more if that’s what you’re looking for.


Honda Sabre/Sabre ABSWashington Gov. Gregoire, law enforcement discuss halting violence against cops

Honda Unicorn Sports Concept makes bikers look funky

Very often, those who plan to start riding can already imagine themselves dressed in bad boy leathers and so on, but you really need an appropriate bike to fulfill that dream and a bell should ring when hearing about the Unicorn concept that Honda has recently unveiled at the Auto Expo 2010 in India.

Although we would imagine something…different when reading the fancy name, the Honda Unicorn Sports Concept is anything but disappointing for the average rider in India. This should be thrilled by the 150cc engine, exciting new front cowl, stunning rear tail lamp, attractive tank shrouds, rear disc brake, spilit grab rail and dual tone styling, which are just few of the exciting features. These will most likely be found on the production version as well.

Hmm, so I guess we can say the 2010 Honda Unicorn will be a rider’s shortest trip from bad boy to funky.

Florida’s U.S. Senate candidates unified on CubaHonda CB Twister

Electric Bike Prototype for the snow

Electric motorcycles are becoming more and more popular and builders are continuously trying to expand their coverage area on the market. One very good such example is the Quantya electric snow bike prototype, which is based on a Quantya MX bike but features a snowmobile-like track and a front ski so that it would turn into a fairly easy and fun bike to ride on the show. The only problem is that the batteries tend to run out too fast because of the cold, so different battery and motor power combinations are being considered and tested at the Quantya HQ in Switzerland. Once they figure this last detail out, don’t be surprised if the company starts producing the thing for snow enthusiasts.


Voltra Electric café racer concept looks fastFPL faces key vote on rate increase of up to 30 percent

Dakar bike rests in peace after crashing into tomb

During the planet’s toughest race you can expect virtually anything to happen, including risking falling with your bike into a tomb. This is almost what happened to Swedish Dakar competitor Annie See, who was trying to avoid dust and cut from right over to the left side of the track while traversing a track split. She suddenly found herself riding into a 16-foot deep vertical tomb, so she applied the “abandon ship” procedure and left the bike to rest in piece at the bottom of the tomb. But not for long as it was later recovered using a helicopter and the rider was able to continue the race. Watch the video after the jump.


Officially official: 2010 Aprilia MXV 4.5 Dakar bikeHealth care showdown looms but outcome still uncertain

Dakar bike rests in peace after crashing into tomb

During the planet’s toughest race you can expect virtually anything to happen, including risking falling with your bike into a tomb. This is almost what happened to Swedish Dakar competitor Annie See, who was trying to avoid dust and cut from right over to the left side of the track while traversing a track split. She suddenly found herself riding into a 16-foot deep vertical tomb, so she applied the “abandon ship” procedure and left the bike to rest in piece at the bottom of the tomb. But not for long as it was later recovered using a helicopter and the rider was able to continue the race. Watch the video after the jump.

Yamaha monocycle concept, a glimpse into the future of supersport rides

Concept products usually have two purposes: they’re either used by manufacturers to test the public’s reaction regarding their future developments or help skilful designers make a name for themselves. But very rarely, manufacturers turn to innovative designers with the proposal of transforming a great idea into reality.

This is precisely what we’re wishing Yamaha will do in this case as Japanese designer Yuji Fujimura is definitely up to something with his Wheel Rider concept. Virtually a fully-faired monocycle with a cockpit for a roof, this thing can become the ideal supersport ride for every speed enthusiast as long as it can go fast and somehow prove efficiency.

2010 Yamaha FZ8 second renderingPublic Service Commission newcomers face high-stakes decisions

Suzuki Boulevard S40

Get the Flash Player to see the videos.
Suzuki’s Boulevard lineup may be admired thanks to models such as the C109R or M109R, but until you get to those, the S40 is most likely to become your dearest friend, especially if you’re a short person or a girl. With a very low seat height (only 27.6 inches from the ground) and a docile engine, the S40 makes for the perfect cruiser to start on and continue riding for quite some time.


Suzuki Boulevard M109R/Limited EditionEleven candidates running for Meek’s congressional seat

Bimota DB8

MCN has got the exclusive story on the new Bimota DB8 and so we managed to find that despite rumors regarding the great possibility for the Italian firm to launch a Ducati Streetfighter/Aprilia Tuono competitor, meaning a dual-seat, 1200cc entry-level naked, the new bike will actually be a veritable superbike that offers the possibility to take your wife or girlfriend along for the ride, as Bimota spokesman Anna Carla Cuneo says: “Bimota customers are used to being surprised with new and innovative motorcycles offering unique design, good power and light weight – and many of them also have a wife or girlfriend that would like to come along. We are sure this design will be a big success.”

Bimota hopes to sell 250 such motorcycles for $33,057 (€23,000) while still producing their DB7 model, which starts at $37,369 (€26,000). It may sound like much for the average superbike buyer, but it is what Bimota considers ‘entry level’, so I guess we weren’t too far off after all.

Built around the same consecrate oval section CroMo hybrid chassis now linked to a aluminum subframe and featuring also Marocchi and Extreme Tech suspension front and rear, it is easy to see how building costs have been reduced, but we should also mention that the DB7’s carbon fiber fairing has been replaced with a cheaper, plastic one.

At least we’re satisfied by the fact that engineers made no concession in the engine department. As a result, the 1198 testastretta evoluzione, 4v twin cylinder 90° develops no less than 170 HP at 9.750 rpm and 131.4 Nm at 8.000 rpm. That’s even more impressive in relation to the 392.4 lbs (178 kg) weight of the bike. This means even more engine performance that the Bimota DB7 for less money. I believe we’re starting to understand the whole affordability thing. Read the full specs after the jump.

Expiring health insurance subsidy imperils laid-off AmericansLeak: Bimota Moto2 racer track test

Sexy bikers: 2010 Superbike Calendar for Italy

Simply take a look at each month’s image and dare say this calendar won’t make even your walls look sexy.


Florida GOP leader Jim Greer defiant amid criticismLeon Camier completes the 2010 Aprilia WSBK team

Officially official: Ducati GP10 is the real challenge in MotoGP

After Nicky Hayden leaked a shot of the Ducati GP10 just before Christmas, Ducati went on and officially unveiled their MotoGP racing motorcycle this week in Italy. As a result of the bike’s new big-bang firing order, more traction and wheelie-control electronics, Casey Stoner says it is "a lot smoother on the throttle, it’s got a lot more bottom end. It’ll wheelie a lot less and just have so much more traction."

Although other details aren’t mentioned, we’re happy to see the two Ducati riders so enthusiastic about their new bike and the upcoming 2010 MotoGP season. Please watch the Ducati GP10 launch videos after the jump.

White House unhappy with Iranian nuke proposalDoes Tom Cruise make the Ducati Desmosedici look better?

THE chopper to ride during winter!

While winter gets most of our bikes in the garages, we’re happy to see that some people have the will and power to adapt to almost all kinds of riding conditions. In this case, it all resumes to fitting snow tracks and skis to an absolutely gorgeous chopper, but it is all worth it as long as the machine now qualifies for a different kind of riding fun and we truly, madly, deeply believe it does. How about you?


Motorcycle riding techniques for ice and snowFaced with a deep recession, Cuba tries socialism lite

Honda Sabre/Sabre ABS

Honda has recently launched a completely new line of 1300cc cruisers that they call the 1300 Custom Line. This comes as an effect of the Fury chopper having caught up to the public and a simple look at the all-new Sabre is enough for anyone to spot the resemblance. Blending Pro Street styling with the benefits of a fuel-injected 1312cc, 52º V-twin engine, the 2010 Honda Sabre has all the credentials to turn into a success. Did we mention that an ABS version is also available? Please read mode in the press release attached after the break.


Honda CB TwisterFPL faces key vote on rate increase of up to 30 percent

Ducati 599 Mono concept bike - Italian looks meet Supermoto power

This eye-catching concept bike called the Ducati 599 Mono is the latest creation of Dan Anderson, the same man behind the Voltra electric concept that blinked an eye to the motorcycle press last year.

While its creator doesn’t have bad references at all, we can’t say we’re too ashamed of the way this thing looks…perfect, that is. You can spend hours trying to find something wrong with the aggressive design, which remains faithful to the original Ducati style, but once you start getting into details, something just doesn’t fit. More precisely, the 352lbs (dry) Ducati 599 Mono concept is powered by one half of a Ducati Evoluzione 1198 engine, meaning a 599cc single-cylinder thumper.

So why would anyone want to do that? My guess is that the designer thought at sacrificing horsepower over torque so that his concept would attract attention for eventually being capable to offer supermoto-like engine performance despite the Italian supersport lines. How does this combination sound to you?

Does Tom Cruise make the Ducati Desmosedici look better?They’re torturing me, Honduras’ Manuel Zelaya claims

Triumph Thruxton café racer by Pure Triumph

Take a look at what started life as a 2009 Triumph Thruxton and you, as us, will most likely come to the conclusion that almost all British bikes can be transformed into café racers as long as someone is willing to pay the buck. This unique bike right here was built by Pure Triumph and it features all the possible changes and aftermarket parts that a demanding rider could wish for. To begin with, we’re talking about upside down 50mm Showa forks and competition spec Bitabo multi adjustable shocks, which together with the 17-inch wheels (please note the 180 section of the rear tire) make sure the bike is able to go very fast around corners, just like a café racer should. Also, twin four-pot Tokico calipers and radial master cylinder won’t have a rider hope for the best during emergency braking.

As you may have noticed, the frame remains the same and it is the other chassis parts that upgrade the overall product. Same thing with the engine: the internals remain unchanged, while the thing now gets an independent fuel-injection system.

Stylistically, an alloy T140 tank, an Alcantara leather seat and a ‘68 style rear section make every café racer fan crave for such a therapist, but we’re sad to announce that this precise one recently sold out. Yet, the Triumph dealer doesn’t stop here and plans an even better version.

CP Project One, a Triton by SouthsidersFPL faces key vote on rate increase of up to 30 percent

Ice Valentino Rossi wins snow sculpture competition

At the 14th snow sculpture competition held in Selva di Val Gardena, Italy, visitors got the chance to see “The Doctor” doing what it knows best despite the freezing temperatures outside.

This Valentino Rossi snow sculpture was created by snow artist Samuel Perathoner and brought him first place as the theme was 2009 International Sports Personalities. The best part is that second place went to the creator of another Rossi sculpture, Matthias Kostner, which really shows how much Italians love their MotoGP star.

Hundreds brave cold to see ‘rock star’ Palin in PlanoFiat Yamaha Team riders & staff members exclusive end of season interviews!

CP Project One, a Triton by Southsiders

When the team at Southsiders in France got their hands on a Triton they let their imagination run wild and started designing the bike from scratch. Batman, Catwoman and what appears to be a fossilized Tyrannosaurus.rex claw were the inspiration sources for the CP Project One, which is actually built around a featherbed frame with a Triumph 750 twin.

We love what Frank Charriaut, Vincent Prat and builder Daniel Delfour ended up transforming the bike into: a café racer with Hollywood and prehistoric inspirations, no front brakes and fat Coker tires. And we were just about to say that we haven’t seen an original café racer lately…

Honda CB750 Cafe Racer is made to turn heads!The Advancement Project warns of problems with upcoming elections

Leak: Bimota Moto2 racer track test

Get the Flash Player to see the videos.
After almost 10 years away from racing, Bimota has turned plans into facts and came up with the Moto2 racer. This follows last February’s announcement that they’ll be joining Moto2 series as a racing team or at least as a chassis designer. The thing is that we are weeks away from the racing bike’s official unveiling and yet we have the opportunity to see the thing being tested on the Binetto race track near Bari, Italy in this leaked video that came to clear things for us. Goooo Bimooootaaa!


Fiat Yamaha Team riders & staff members exclusive end of season interviews!White House unhappy with Iranian nuke proposal

Stretch-limo Vespa - the spoil has just began

When we first heard about the stretch-limo Vespa, which is a very original idea of Vespa South Africa Managing Director Andy Reid, we thought at a luxurious piece of Italy’s greatest ever scooter, but looking at it now, we’re beginning to think this is a rather interesting mean of transportation for those interested in saving gas money. Sure, it can be both (personally, I wouldn’t take the kids to school on it), but the fact is that it was built for promotional activities only, so a picture on it with a glass of champagne in your hand should do the trick just fine. For more, build one yourself and ride home from high school with a trio of chicks at the back. And don’t forget the white gloves!


RK Racer Motorcycle - from Buell to chick magnetLawmakers debate Tri-Rail funding subsidy

Roehr to enter US TTXGP with 96bhp, 210lb/ft eSuperbike

Roehr starts the year with the right foot as the American motorcycle manufacturer made famous by their 180 horsepower 1250sc model priced at $49,999 (see picture above) has just announced a completely new electric model range. The eSuperbike will supposedly be a new US TTXGP competitor relying on a 10 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery pack and AC induction to develop 96 hp and 210 pound-feet of torque. But Roehr has also thought at making a lower spec’d version called eSupersport, which will be powered by a similar motor fed by a 6kWh battery pack, but develop only 48 hp and 105 lb-ft. This translates into a top speed of 100mph.

The full press release, which we attached after the break, does not mention the starting prices, but stay tuned for when we have more information about Roehr’s surprising move.

Faced with a deep recession, Cuba tries socialism liteZero Motorcycles enters 2010 TTXGP Electric Motorcycle Championships

Bull Bike or Lambo project?

A new year has come and this means bikers can start having new wishes and this Bull Bike right here may very well be among those wishes. It is the latest project of the same team that last year unveiled the Jaguar bike, so we put our hopes into their ambition when we say that this will most likely be one of the coolest bike projects of the year. Why wouldn’t when it is a motorcycle that reminds us of Lamborghini exotic cars and yet it is painted like the competition


Officially official: 2010 Aprilia MXV 4.5 Dakar bikeThe Advancement Project warns of problems with upcoming elections

Girl strips in Yamaha dealership [w/video]

Get the Flash Player to see the videos.
A hot girl stripping on beautiful motorcycles looks like an Al Bundy dream to me and this precise video is actually made to make you think like you’re sleeping and you’re eventually gonna wake up, but every frame is true.


Yamaha YZ450 custom turns to café racingThey’re torturing me, Honduras’ Manuel Zelaya claims

Suzuki Boulevard M109R/Limited Edition

Get the Flash Player to see the videos.
Suzuki is out for 2010 with the head of their cruiser lineup, the Boulevard M109R and, of course, the stylistically tweaked Limited Edition model with which riders already got used to. The two models have gained serious notoriety in these past few years so they carry on writing history as we speak and challenge their competitors with every occasion they get.


Suzuki GSX-R 750Census: Texas remains country’s fastest growing state

RK Racer Motorcycle - from Buell to chick magnet

During the past year we’ve brought to you a lot of concept bikes that we would have loved to see heading to production and some even did, but now in the last days of 2009 we just had to post something about a concept motorcycle that we wouldn’t ever consider riding if ending up being produced. It is not that we don’t like the way it looks, but it is miles away from being comfortable or at least forgiving.

Built by RK Concepts of Austin, Texas, the RK Racer is powered by a Buell 1200 V-twin engine and you have to like the way the 27-degree rake and those 23-inch tires make it look, but with the gas and oil tanks made out of glass, it sounds suicidal to ride. That is why we look at it as to the Buell gone chick magnet and the bikini babe on it stands by us.

Census: Texas remains country’s fastest growing stateHonda CB750 Cafe Racer is made to turn heads!

Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade tuned by Roland Sands

This Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade streetfighter is the latest and very eye-catching creation to be ridden in style out of the LA shop of custom motorcycle builder and former 250GP racer Roland Sands. The bike has undergone a rather unusual transformation for the supersport category and we can now call it a veritable naked as the full fairing was entirely removed and the top custom motorcycle builder brought in a 2006 Honda Hornet 600 headlight and cowl, while the clip-on handlebars are now replaced by wide, flat ones. It’s good that at least Sands kept the Fireblade’s original fuel tank, seat and rear section, although the standard number plate holder has been removed.

As you can see, this is not the kind of project you invest a lot of money in, but it has to have its fair share of performance parts and accessories, so a Vance and Hines CS One full exhaust system, and Performance Machine wheels, brake calipers, levers and crash bobbins do the trick just fine.

Tuned for charity, the Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade streetfighter only needed the magic finishing touch of the custom satin gold/yellow paintjob in order to blink an eye to the enthusiastic future owner.

Honda CBR1000RR MugenFlorida GOP leader Jim Greer defiant amid criticism

House of Thunder sells the world's most expensive motorcycle

House of Thunder is a German custom motorcycle builder that brags to have built the world’s most expensive motorcycle. In fact, the bike is a customized Harley-Davidson Rocker, which sells together with a 45metre transoceanic yacht built by Sunrise Yachts. The package also includes a rescue-boat and two jet skis if that’s a relief when you’re a billionaire willing to spend 22.66 million U.S. dollars on toys.

The Harley-Davidson Rocker turned into the most expensive motorcycle ever features a cleaned-up frame, hand-fashioned fenders and fuel tank as well as foldable handlebar to ease entrance in the garage on the boat. The paintjob matches that of the boat.

Eric Vauth of House of Thunder: “We still will build our normal custom bikes for our customers, but this is a completely new market and we always welcome new impulses for markets yet unexplored.”

White House unhappy with Iranian nuke proposalSilly Harley-Davidson Chinese trike

Motorcycle riding techniques for ice and snow

Get the Flash Player to see the videos.

Mad Stu is a Medical Despatch Rider who has developed his own techniques for riding his BMW K1100 LT motorcycle on ice and snow during the winter. He has the kindness to share his experience with us in the attached video. He apparently uses the same tires as during the summer and he only lowers the pressure inside them for more grip.

If you’re not needed to ride on snow and ice, well don’t, but if you do this video will sure prove helpful.

Kimmera Motorcycle Concept Looks BadLenders reject homeowners who apply for Obama plan

Mavizen TTX02 electric motorcycle tested ahead of TTXGP

Get the Flash Player to see the videos.
The word is out that in 2010 Mavizen could join TTXGP with their TTX02 electric motorcycle unveiled at the SEMA show in Las Vegas and with the bike’s RC8 chassis and approximately 100 hp Agni 95 electric motors, the team should stand a chance against the stiffer and stiffer competition. The 130 mph electric supersport motorcycle’s low speed battery management system was recently tested, so we got our hands on the detailed pictures and video made there. Enjoy!


Zero Motorcycles enters 2010 TTXGP Electric Motorcycle ChampionshipsFlorida, others battle for federal rail grants

Ridiculous Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R chopper

Kawasaki has never ever thought at manufacturing a Ninja chopper, but it seems that this owner has taken measures by itself and came up with the bad idea for a chopper. I guess I never really considered how ridiculous a ZX-6R with longer forks and sidestand can look.

But looking at the bright side, it is now much easier to pull out a wheelie; all you really have to do is try to get moving.

280bhp Kawasaki ZX-10R is Santa’s new "sleigh”Senators continue to squabble over rail plan