Update: 100 Del Mar Launch Edition models sold out in 18 minutes. LIVEWIRE REVEALS THE S2 DEL MAR ELECTRIC MOTORCYCLE Reservations are open for 100 Del Mar Launch Edition models expected to begin deliveries in Spring 2023 MILWAUKEE, Wis. (May 10, 2022) – LiveWire™ is poised to bring advanced design, …
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According to specifications, the second-generation Subaru BRZ trunk has 6.26 cubic feet of space. In fact, that’s only partially true. I got this number from the Toyota GR86 specs because I couldn’t find the BRZ number on the Subaru website. So I was lazy and just went with the Toyota …
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When the Honda CBX Super Sport launched in 1978, it was briefly the fastest motorcycle in the world, winning reviews with its speed but failing to captivate the buying public. Despite this, it is a classic motorcycle that deserves to be considered, and I just found a lot of them …
Read More »Trackday 2022 Yearbook – Roadracing World Magazine
On the front cover: Nick Ienatsch, Chief Instructor and CEO of Yamaha Champions Riding School / ChampU, uses a 2022 Yamaha MT900SP three-cylinder to lead instructors Chris Peris, Eziah Davis, Cody Wyman and Michael Henao to Turn 5 at India Motorsports Ranch in Willcox, Arizona. Photo by Joe Salas/4theriders.com The …
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Read More »CLC Students Receive Medals in National SkillsUSA Competition (copy) | News
GRAND RAPIDS – Students from the Wexford-Missaukee Career Technical Center recently participated in the SkillsUSA State Leadership and Skills Conference in Grand Rapids. They represented their programs, communities and schools with exceptional professionalism, work ethic and demeanor. Here are the results of this year’s contest: Business Management Administration (BMA): Jaylyn …
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Read More »Forcite delivers the future of helmet technology with MK1S
Sydney-based Australian company Tech Forcite has delivered on its promise to change the face of motorcycle technology with the launch of its MK1S smart helmet. The feature-packed cover offers a patented visual alert system, and built-in camera and audio functionality. Designed to meet ECE 22.05 safety certification, the helmet is …
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After electric vehicle company Ideanomics celebrated its successful acquisition of Italian electric motorcycle company Energica last month, the duo held an investor and analyst day at the Nasdaq this week. With Electrek In attendance, we heard firsthand from executives from both companies about how Energica’s cutting-edge technology will now benefit …
Read More »Historic Race Bike Illustrations: 1980s AMA Superbikes, April Issue – Roadracing World Magazine
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Read More »26th Annual Roadracing World Young Guns, in the April issue – Roadracing World Magazine
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© 2022, Roadracing World Publishing, Inc. Featured in the April 2022 issue of Roadracing World: “We had won the season opener but then lost the next two races, leaving us second in championship points with two races to go in the season. After taking the time to assess where we …
Read More »Race Analysis: Interview with 2022 BSB Champion Mackenzie in the April issue – Roadracing World Magazine
Featured in the April 2022 issue of Roadracing World: While most people were recovering from the holidays, Tarran Mackenzie was trying to get a broken leg fixed in time to defend his British Superbike Championship (BSB). Mackenzie broke his right shin and dislocated his shoulder when he took a heavy …
Read More »10 classic motorcycles we want to make a comeback
Over the years all the major manufacturers have had their time in the sun, all have produced some sensational motorcycles. Some of these bikes just stayed in production, Suzuki for example hit the dirt with the Gixxer series and just kept updating and improving the model until today. Other manufacturers …
Read More »April 2022 – Roadracing World Magazine
On the front cover: Brandon Paasch (96) rode a Triumph Street Triple RS 765 to victory in the 80th Daytona 200, giving the 20-year-old back-to-back wins over two different brands in America’s richest motorcycle road race . Photo by Brian J. Nelson. Roadracing World & Motorcycle Technology is THE definitive …
Read More »Global Connected Motorcycles Market (2022 to 2027): Advances in Connectivity (Cloud and 5G) and Consumer Demand for Smartphone Integration and Digital Dashboards Drive Growth – ResearchAndMarkets.com
The “global connected motorcycle market by service (driver assistance, safety, vehicle management and telematics, infotainment, insurance), network (cellular, DSRC), call service (eCall, bCall), end user, communication , Material and Region – Forecast to 2027” report has been added to from ResearchAndMarkets.com offer. The global connected motorcycle market size is expected …
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DUBLIN, April 01, 2022–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The “global connected motorcycle market by service (driver assistance, safety, vehicle management and telematics, infotainment, insurance), network (cellular, DSRC), call service (eCall , bCall), End User, Communication, Hardware and Region Report – Forecast to 2027” has been added to from ResearchAndMarkets.com offer. The global connected motorcycle …
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Remember this new electric driver from Exro which boasted a 25% increase in energy efficiency? Well, the brand has now released a set of test specs to prove those numbers weren’t just hot air. This new technology is aimed at electric machines for more punch and maneuverability, with an electric …
Read More »AOD’s N2/WERA Endurance Adventures Part 2 in March Issue – Roadracing World Magazine
Featured in the March 2022 issue of Roadracing World: “Confirmation bias describes the human tendency to accept evidence of prior beliefs while rejecting philosophically troubling and potentially contradictory data. If there’s one thing we’ve learned from Cassandra, it’s that awareness of a developing phenomenon isn’t always helpful. “AOD won the …
Read More »TCCTC Students Succeed in SkillsUSA District Competitions | News
TAZEWELL VA – Thirty-four Tazewell County Career and Technical Center (TCCTC) students participated in this year’s district-level SkillsUSA competitions held at both the Tazewell County Career and Technical Center in Tazewell, Virginia and Smyth Career and Technology Center in Marion, Virginia. Tazewell County students competed against students from Smyth, Carroll, …
Read More »When Hogs Fly: Riding Kyle Wyman’s Harley-Davidson Road Glide 131 Bagger – Roadracing World Magazine
Featured in the March 2022 issue of Roadracing World: Extract: A bagger and a racetrack aren’t two things that really seem to go hand in hand with a positive outcome. Or at least not until 2020, when MotoAmerica hosted the King Of The Baggers invitational exhibition race at WeatherTech Raceway …
Read More »5 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Give Up Electric Motorcycles Just Yet
Listen to this? The faint hum of tires on asphalt and a purring belt is the unassuming sound of the electric revolution in motorcycling, and it’s picking up speed. Yes, get ready, because we are about to touch on a topic that never fails to cause debate in cycling circles. …
Read More »TCCTC Students Excel in SkillsUSA Competition | Local News
BRISTOL HERALD MAIL Thirty-four Tazewell County Career and Technical Center (TCCTC) students participated in the district-level SkillsUSA competitions this year held at both the Tazewell County Career and Technical Center in Tazewell, Virginia and the Smyth Career and Technology Center in Marion, Virginia. Tazewell County students competed against students from …
Read More »MotoGP riders split on ride height fixture as Marquez ur…
Marc Marquez has urged fellow MotoGP riders to lobby the Safety Commission to ban the controversial ‘ride height/holeshot’ device, fearing it could push top speeds to dangerous levels. Pioneered by Ducati, the device – which is activated by the rider to push the suspension down to improve ride and stability …
Read More »March 2022 – Roadracing World Magazine
On the front cover: When Hogs Fly: Racing Editor Chris Ulrich rides the Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special 131R of MotoAmerica King of the Baggers title winner Kyle Wyman at India Motorsports Ranch. Photo courtesy of Harley-Davidson. Roadracing World & Motorcycle Technology is THE definitive source for motorcycle racing, riding and …
Read More »Where to Ride in March: Track Days, Schools and Races – Roadracing World Magazine
The following track days, riding schools and racing events are scheduled by organizations based in the United States and Canada in March 2022. Motorcycle track days, riding schools and races are published under the Events Calendar tab on the homepage of this website, or you can go directly to the …
Read More »LiveWire Opens Experience Center in Malibu, CA – Roadracing World Magazine
FIRST IMMERSIVE LIVEWIRE EXPERIENCE CENTER OPENS IN MALIBU, CALIFORNIA LiveWire Announces Future Finance Purchase Option for LiveWire ONE Motorcycles MILWAUKEE, WI – The first LiveWire™ Experience Center, designed to deliver a fully immersive experience centered around the LiveWire ONE™ all-electric motorcycle, has opened in Malibu, California. Inspired by the moving …
Read More »Intro: Ducati Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak 2022, in the February issue – Roadracing World Magazine
© 2022, Roadracing World Publishing, Inc. Featured in the February 2022 issue of Roadracing World: Extract: “Do you want to take one off-road?” Someone asked me. “I’ve driven the (Multistrada) 1260 off-road, and I think this one would be even better,” I replied. I was speaking with Ducati Brand Ambassador …
Read More »Enter to win a set of Dunlop Q3+ tyres! – Magazine of the world of road racing
The Roadracing World 2022 Reader Survey Part 3 is brought to you by Dunlop. The winner of this survey will win a set of Dunlop Q3+ motorcycle tires in the sizes of their choice. The Q3+ was engineered at Dunlop’s headquarters in Buffalo, NY, extensively tested at Dunlop’s proving grounds …
Read More »Smart helmet start-up with global ambition raises $6 million
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Read More »Motorcycling Organizations Meet USDOT Secretary – Roadracing World Magazine
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Read More »Enter to win a DID VR46 chain and Woodcraft frame sliders! – Magazine of the world of road racing
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Read More »February 2022 – Roadracing World Magazine
On the front cover: Josh Herrin drives through the infield at Daytona International Speedway during an AHRMA event in January, driving the 955cc Ducati Panigale V2, he will race against 600cc to 750cc four-cylinder and 675 three-cylinder motorcycles 798cc in the new look, March 2022 Daytona 200. Herrin won the …
Read More »Enter for a chance to win a new Arai Corsair-X RSW Trico helmet! – Magazine of the world of road racing
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Read More »A chance to invest in Forcite
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Read More »The future of motorcycling is about to be much more automated
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Read More »Jonathan Bettinger Obituary (1972 – 2022) – Phoenix, AZ
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Read More »Rhode Island: Proposed new budget for 2022 includes tax cut for motorcyclists
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Read More »Annual AMA Awards recognize MotoAmerica and Roadracing World – Roadracing World Magazine
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Read More »Where Are They Now: Wes Cooley (RIP) – Roadracing World Magazine
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Read More »Video: Inside the new Barber Advanced Design Center – Roadracing World Magazine
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Read More »The 2021 MotoAmerica Champions, in the December issue – Roadracing World Magazine
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New York, December 23, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – Reportlinker.com announces the publication of the report “Connected Motorcycles Market by Hardware, Calling Service, Communication Type, Network Type, End User, Service, Motorcycle Type, Application, Propulsion and Region – Global Forecast to 2027 “- https://www.reportlinker.com/p05839846/?utm_source=GNW The growing demand for services such as rider …
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Factors such as the growing demand for connectivity devices in motorcycles, measures taken by governments to improve the safety of motorcyclists, the increased demand for real-time vehicle dynamics and motorcycle tracking have increased the demand for connected motorcycles. in the whole world. New York, December 23, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – …
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Read More »Biaggi Rides Electric Voxan to Motorcycle Speed Record of 283 mph – Roadracing World Magazine
Max Biaggi, two-time Superbike World Champion and four-time 250cc Grand Prix World Champion, drove a Voxan Wattman to a series of ground speed records for an electric motorcycle, including a new average top speed record in both meaning 283,182 mph (455,737). km / h). The maximum one-way speed reached by …
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Read More »Intro: 2022 Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RR (with video) – Roadracing World Magazine
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Read More »December 2021 – Roadracing World Magazine
On the front cover: Nine-time world champion Valentino Rossi rode his Yamaha YZR-M1 during the last MotoGP weekend of his career, at the Ricardo Tormo circuit in Valencia, Spain. Photo courtesy of Petronas Yamaha. Roadracing World & Motorcycle Technology is THE definitive source for motorcycle racing, riding and technology information. …
Read More »Stores: Steady Garage, in the November issue – Roadracing World Magazine
© 2021, Roadracing World Publishing, Inc. Featured in the November 2021 issue of Roadracing World: When American Honda presented its all-new 2022 Grom model to reporters, the company let them go on the narrow mountain roads of the Angeles National Forest, north of Los Angeles. And for a base of …
Read More »Driving KTM’s $ 38,999 RC 8C, in November issue – Roadracing World Magazine
Featured in the November 2021 issue of Roadracing World: “The large group of riders gathered in the pit lane of the Jerez circuit, eagerly awaiting the blue garage doors to roll and unveil their new 2022 KTM RC 8C track bikes. finally opened, they revealed a fleet of 25 KTM …
Read More »Where to Ride in December: Track Days, Schools and Races – Roadracing World Magazine
The following track days, riding schools and racing events are scheduled by organizations based in the United States and Canada in December 2021. Motorcycle track days, riding schools and races are published under the Events Calendar tab on the home page of this website, or you can go directly to …
Read More »2022 Trackday Directory: Submit schedules and photos by February 1 – Roadracing World Magazine
Roadracing World Publishing is now requesting schedule and photo submissions from track day organizers and riding school operators for the 2022 season to put in Roadracing World & Motorcycle Technology magazine and the annual edition of the 2022 Roadracing World Trackday Directory. What is the World road racing directory? Check …
Read More »Moto Guzzi presents the sporty and technological V100 Mandello – roadracing world magazine
THE MOTO GUZZI V100 MANDELLO IS UNVEILED EXCLUSIVELY AT EICMA MOTO GUZZI LEADS THE WAY TO THE INNOVATION OF THE MOTORCYCLE OF THE FUTURE WITH A COMPLETE, POWERFUL, COMFORTABLE AND FUN BIKE EQUIPPED WITH PREMIUM QUALITY TECHNOLOGY THE WORLD’S FIRST BIKE TO OFFER ADAPTIVE AERODYNAMICS. THE FIRST MOTO GUZZI TO …
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Let’s take a trip down memory lane and see what has changed in the two-wheeler industry, and take a look at some of the best motorcycles of the century. Since the dawn of the new century, motorcycle manufacturers have offered one excellent ride after another. And with each of the …
Read More »Racing History: Harley-Davidson’s Top Secret World Superbike and MotoGP Project – Roadracing World Magazine
© 2021, Roadracing World Publishing, Inc. Featured in the November 2021 issue of Roadracing World: Just over 20 years ago, a series of high-level management meetings were held at Harley-Davidson’s corporate headquarters in Milwaukee, on the shores of Lake Michigan. During these encounters, there were two opposing factions. First, the …
Read More »Dyno Testing: Chasing Missing Power, in the November issue – Roadracing World Magazine
© 2021, Roadracing World Publishing, Inc. Featured in the November 2021 issue of Roadracing World: How powerful is the newest Ducati Streetfighter? The answer depends on the equipment you are in. The question arose when Roadracing World tested a 2021 Ducati Streetfighter kit, which felt as fast as anything on …
Read More »New Lightweight Motorcycle Dash Camera from Star Pickers
Today there is a new Star Pickers gadget on the record. It’s the equivalent of a dash cam for motorcycles – and the brand hopes it will create a safer riding environment for bikers around the world. “Rider Log is a sensor-based mobility control system”, KoreaItTimes report states. “It checks …
Read More »KTM: Semi-active suspension reprogrammed for 2022
Today, KTM has a new SAT to brag about – and we’re told they’re slapping it in new nudes that will be shown by the end of this month. Let’s get into it. The Press release stipulate that “The Suspension Control Unit (SCU) adjusts damping rates with real-time magnetic valves …
Read More »Heavy Metal: BMW R 18 B and R 18 Transcontinental, in the November issue – Roadracing World Magazine
© 2021, Roadracing World Publishing, Inc. Featured in the November 2021 issue of Roadracing World: “El Hefe was tearing the guitar from the ‘We Called It America’ intro apart when the little Marshall 25w speakers in the front of the fairing were drowned out by a terrible cacophony as the …
Read More »Norton Motorcycles opens new global headquarters
ANI | Update: November 12, 2021 10:39 AM STI Solar park (Solihull) [United Kingdom], Nov. 12 (ANI / NewsView): Norton Motorcycles has announced the completion of its new global headquarters. The brand new facility houses state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities and the company’s new global design and R&D center.It is a key …
Read More »The GPX Legend 250 is a Malaysian retro bike suitable for beginners
The Legend 250 is the goose that lays the golden eggs in the beginner’s motorcycle segment. The bike is designed with comfort and safety in mind and is one of the most reliable options for beginners. This bike contains an undeniably modern kit. It is looking to cross swords in …
Read More »10 things we just learned about Zero and its electric motorcycles
In recent years, many European countries and some American states have made considerable efforts to ban passenger cars with combustion engines in large cities. The domino effect of these bans could change the motorcycle industry as we know it today, and it may be safe to start taking electric motorcycles …
Read More »Zero Motorcycles Announces New SR, Batteries & Software Upgrades – Roadracing World Magazine
ZERO MOTORCYCLES LAUNCHES NEW BATTERIES AND SOFTWARE PERFORMANCE UPGRADES AND ALL-NEW 2022 ZERO SR Massive increase in battery capacity and industry leading software market for motorcycles highlight the advances of the Zero Model 2022 range SANTA CRUZ, Calif., (November 4, 2021) – Zero Motorcycles, the world leader inelectric motorcycles and …
Read More »Honda unveils standardized interchangeable motorcycle batteries
THE biggest motorcycle manufacturers have joined together in a global initiative to standardize motorcycle batteries for electric motorcycles. The result of the consortium’s work is as follows, the eMaaS replaceable battery system jointly manufactured and designed by Honda. The group is made up of Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki and Kawasaki, although …
Read More »Where to ride in November: track days, schools and races – roadracing world magazine
The following track days, riding schools and racing events are scheduled by organizations based in the United States and Canada for November 2021. Motorcycle days, riding schools and races are published under the Events Calendar tab on the home page of this website, or you can directly access the Events …
Read More »November 2021 – Roadracing World Magazine
On the front cover: Race editor Chris Ulrich rides KTM’s RC 8C wild track bike in Jerez, Spain, while his gear bag and leathers hang out and relax in Minneapolis, courtesy of Delta Airlines. Photo courtesy of KTM. Roadracing World & Motorcycle Technology is THE definitive source for motorcycle racing, …
Read More »Ducati will become official supplier of MotoE motorcycles from 2023
This marks a big step for Ducati in affirming its presence in the world of electric motorcycles. Subscribe to our Telegram channel for instant updates! Italian motorcycle manufacturer Ducati will be the official supplier of electric motorcycles for the MotoE World Cup from 2023. This comes after the announcement that …
Read More »Aegis Rider: Prototype goggles teach motorcyclists how to lean into a corner
Let’s face it; in a perfect world everyone would figure out how to descend and lean in a curve (we might also have cheaper ARCH motorcycles and a surplus of racing tracks available to hit top speeds for free, but i digress from subject). Unfortunately, the motorcycling community is full …
Read More »Historic racing motorcycle illustrations: 1964 Yamaha RD56, in the October issue – Roadracing World Magazine
Featured in the October 2021 issue of Roadracing World: In 1961, Yamaha made the decision to enter the Grand Prix World Championship series with two machines: the 125cc RA41 and the 250cc RD48. The factory team participated in three events, including the grueling Isle of Man TT, with the aim …
Read More »Intro: Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special, in the October issue – Roadracing World Magazine
Featured in the October 2021 issue of Roadracing World: “In addition to being a motorcycle enthusiast, I am a baseball fan. In the 100+ years of professional baseball, the game evolved at a freezing pace until recently. When I was a kid in the 1980s, some teams had years of …
Read More »Ginger Molloy: The life of a Grand Prix racer 50 years ago, in the October issue – Roadracing World Magazine
Featured in the October 2021 issue of Roadracing World: When Ginger Molloy decided to become a Grand Prix driver, he polished his Matchless G50, packed a suitcase, filled a toolbox and drove to the local train station. It was January 1963 and Molloy was a tough kid from Huntly, New …
Read More »These are the most underrated ’80s Honda motorcycles
The 1980s were a decade that brought great advances in motorcycle technology. Indeed, many new designs were under development, with manufacturers pushing their machines into new performance categories. Honda’s exposure to the American market was significant during this decade, with the manufacturer producing a large number of legendary motorcycles. Without …
Read More »Here’s why the 1976-1977 Honda GL1000 Gold Wing is underrated
Originally built as a motor cruiser in 1975, the Honda Gold Wing has established itself as a tourer in the American market. Succeeding the original M1 prototype from 1972, the new model evolved into a larger and more powerful cross-country motorcycle. During the period 1975-1977, the Gold Wing became incredibly …
Read More »Collections: AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum, in the October issue – Roadracing World Magazine
Featured in the October 2021 issue of Roadracing World: Spoiler alert: not everything you see in some museums is real. That lunar orbiter that you last saw? Maybe he was a trainer. These relics from an Egyptian tomb? Maybe they were aftershocks. That tyrannosaurus rex skeleton? It is likely that …
Read More »Beta Reveals 2022 RR Racing Model Updates, Prices and Arrival Times
Beta RR Racing 2022 model updates Beta’s updated 2022 RR Racing lineup will arrive in Australia in January 2022, with a host of updates revealed ensuring a better-than-ever package, ready to race in the toughest conditions and most competitive events. Beta has revealed a slew of updates to its RR …
Read More »Electric Motorcycle Company Advances Clean Tech
Damon Motors Inc. of British Columbia is developing advanced electric motorcycle technology that will advance clean transportation technology and create new jobs with support from the CleanBC Go Electric Advanced Research and Commercialization (ARC) program. Bruce Ralston, Minister of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation, who attended a recent groundbreaking …
Read More »Where to ride in October: track days, schools and races – roadracing world magazine
The following track days, riding schools and racing events are scheduled by organizations based in the United States and Canada for October 2021. Motorcycle track days, riding schools and races are published under the Calendar of Events tab on the home page of this website, or you can directly access …
Read More »Find out more about Strider’s All Kids Bike program – Roadracing World Magazine
Editorial note: This article first appeared in the March 2021 issue of Roadracing World & Motorcycle Technology magazine. COPYRIGHT 2021, ROADRACING WORLD PUBLISHING, INC. All Kids Bike: THE STARTING POINT By Michel Gougis The demographics of motorcycling are a constant point of concern for the industry. Some numbers are even …
Read More »MotoGP considers stricter racing rules with increased death toll
Motorcycle technology has come a long way since the days of Flat Track racing. With the integration of bigger machines, perfectly tuned engines and advanced analytics for perfect aerodynamics, the racing world has become more avant-garde – and, some would say, too dangerous for the younger generations. Credit: CycleNews As …
Read More »Ola Electric Raises Over $ 200 Million In Funding To Accelerate Electric Car and Motorcycle Development – Technology News, Firstpost
Tech2 News StaffSep 30, 2021 6:51:03 PM IST Ola Electric said it has raised more than $ 200 million in funding led by global asset manager Falcon Edge Capital, Japanese firm Softbank and others, with the electric vehicle maker valued at $ 3 billion. Ola says the newly secured funding …
Read More »The Hammerhead 1190 and the New Buell Motorcycle Co.
The return of Buell Motorcycle Co. is set to begin, with the relaunched brand announcing production of the new 2022 Hammerhead 1190 superbike which will begin on November 1. Based on the EBR 1190RX, the Hammerhead will be produced in Grand Rapids, Mich., And offered through an online reservation and …
Read More »Traxxion Dynamics AR-25 Axxion Rod Shock Absorber Kit, Tried & Tested – Roadracing World Magazine
Featured in the September 2021 issue of Roadracing World: There’s an old adage when it comes to helmet design and safety: tell me exactly what kind of crash you’re going to have, and I’ll design the perfect helmet for it. The front shock absorber rod suspension falls into this category. …
Read More »Historic racing motorcycle illustrations: 1949 Norton Manx 30M – Roadracing World Magazine
© 2021, Roadracing World Publishing, Inc. Featured in the September 2021 issue of Roadracing World: 1949 was an important year for three reasons: it was the first year of the new Grand Prix road racing series that eventually became MotoGP; last year the Norton Manx had piston rear suspension; and …
Read More »Intro: Aprilia Tuono V4 and Tuono V4 Factory 2022, September issue – Roadracing World Magazine
Featured in the September 2021 issue of Roadracing World: Motorcycles are like music, they resonate emotionally for those who are tuned to their frequencies. This thought occurred to me as I stood by the side of a canyon road in Southern California on a calm Friday afternoon, listening to the …
Read More »MotoGP analysis: Tough Guy Alberto Puig, in the September issue – Roadracing World Magazine
Featured in the September 2021 issue of Roadracing World: (EXTRACT) “… When you step into the MotoGP paddock, don’t expect anything from anyone. You have to fight for it and take it; it is the principle of combativeness … “ As he says these words, he hits the table three …
Read More »Avon 30 Ultra Xtreme Tires, Tried and Tested in the September 2021 issue – Roadracing World Magazine
Featured in the September 2021 issue of Roadracing World: “My wife Sandy has long supported my racing habits and recently told me that she was impressed that many years ago I was ordering Avon tires shipped from England for my old Kawasaki EX500. SIn a way, the grunt work of …
Read More »Avon 3D Ultra Xtreme tyres, tried and tested in the September 2021 issue – Roadracing World Magazine
© 2021, Roadracing World Publishing, Inc. Featured in the September 2021 issue of Roadracing World: “My wife Sandy is a long time supporter of my racing habits and recently told me she was impressed when many years ago I ordered Avon tires shipped from England for my old Kawasaki EX500. …
Read More »Bike Intro: 2022 Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS, in the September issue – Roadracing World Magazine
Featured in the September 2021 issue of Roadracing World: The speedometer flashed at 133 mph at the end of the short front straight of the Chuckwalla Valley Raceway just before I hit the brakes and lean the bike slightly to the right to cross the bend before the next left …
Read More »Piaggio wins patent infringement lawsuit against Peugeot – roadracing world magazine
© 2021, Roadracing World Publishing, Inc. Extract from a press release published by Piaggio Group: THE PIAGGIO GROUP WINS ACTION FOR INFRINGEMENT OF EUROPEAN PATENTS OF FIRST INSTANCE AGAINST PEUGEOT MOTORCYCLES IN PARIS AND MILAN AFTER VESPA, THE UNIQUE CHARACTER OF THE PIAGGIO MP3 SCOOTER IS ALSO RECOGNIZED The Piaggio …
Read More »Rise of delivery services teaches Mexicans to love motorcycles
I was surprised to see hardly any motorcycles when I first arrived in central Mexico in 2003. After all, the temperate climate in most areas makes them much more convenient than in places like New York. . But it is only in the last few years that I have noticed …
Read More »Intro: 2021 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT: Rapid Transit (includes video) – Roadracing World Magazine
Copyright 2021, Roadracing World Publishing, Inc. By Michel Gougis Fast, light for its market segment, comfortable and balanced, Yamaha’s Tracer 9 GT has always been targeted for the rider who really wants a 50-50 balance of speed and comfort in his bike. This has always been a great choice for …
Read More »Damon Motors Takes $ 35 Million In Pre-Orders For Electric HyperSport – Roadracing World Magazine
Damon Motors Reaches $ 35 Million In Pre-Orders, Expands Management Team To Meet Global Demand For HyperSport Motorcycles Company Adds Broc TenHouten (CSO and Board Member), Chris Efstathiou (VP, Supply Chain) and Mike Galbraith (CFO and Senior VP, Operations) VANCOUVER, BC – September 8, 2021 – Damon Motors announced today …
Read More »Designer reinvents iconic Akira motorcycle
We recently talked about the 5 Classic Motorcycle Movies You Must Watch and in that list was the cyberpunk sci-fi anime Akira. Some of you may have watched this movie before and are intimately familiar with Kaneda’s bike, the bright red tourer / hot rod / superbike featured prominently in …
Read More »September 2021 – Roadracing World Magazine
On the front cover: Jake Gagne is on the stakes and holds onto his Yamaha Fresh N ‘Lean Attack Performance on a ridge at PittRace, where he set new records for AMA Superbike racing wins in one season and back to back. Photo by Brian J. Nelson. Roadracing World & …
Read More »11 automobile museums in Europe
As it is no longer a question of celebrating the product, the car-object, the trend concept is to create extended experience platforms more than the usual museums, where the present of the automobile is combined with its past. and the opportunity is given to learn more about its future. Sometimes …
Read More »Goodbye Yamaha, hello Aprilia! Maverick Vinales joins the Italian squad for the 2022 season
• Maverick Vinales signed with Aprilia for the MotoGP 2022 season. • The rider separates from Yamaha following a series of events that have severed relations. • Vinales will team up with his Spanish compatriot Aleix Espargaro at Aprilia. • For more automotive stories visit Wheels24 Maverick Vinales has been …
Read More »Intro: 2021 Aprilia Tuono V4 & V4 Factory Deliver More Beauty, More Beast (Including Video) – Roadracing World Magazine
Copyright 2021, Roadracing World Publishing, Inc. By Michel Gougis When I first rode the new Aprilia 660 RS last year, my first thought was, “There’s no way this thing is just a 660.” When I first turned the throttle on the 2021 Tuono V4 Factory, my first thought expressed the …
Read More »Zontes 350GK revealed in the latest patent filings
The model inspired by the Chinese-made scrambler is the second-generation single-cylinder motorcycle, and the platform will have other models as well. See the pictures The Zontes 350GK will feature a neo-retro and urban design with a 42 hp and 350 cc engine Chinese motorcycle brand Zontes is gearing up with …
Read More »Yadea electrifies summer travel with the stylish and functional G5 electric moped series
An UNWTO survey found that more than half (54%) of Europeans surveyed intend to book travel once they have been vaccinated against Covid-19. However, uneven vaccination rates and the new Delta variant have made travelers more cautious when venturing on domestic escapades. As a result, people favor physical distancing and …
Read More »SMOOT Unveils New Smart EV Concept With Exchangeable Battery Innovation
Copyright 2021 PR Newswire. All rights reserved2021-08-02 Jakarta, Indonesia, August 2, 2021 / PRNewswire / – PT Smoot Motor Indonesia (SMI) proudly launched its eco-friendly smart electric vehicle called SMOOTH. The Indonesian-made electric motorcycle embodies the exclusive battery exchange technology invented by PT Swap Energi Indonesia. This technology allows users …
Read More »Electric Motorcycles Market Size and Revenue Analysis
JCMR provides the information on market size and market trends as well as the factors and parameters that affect it in the short and long term. The study provides a 360 ° view and insight, outlining key industry results. This information helps business decision makers formulate better business plans and …
Read More »Harley-Davidson launches H-D1, an online used platform
On July 21, Harley-Davidson announced the first step of a new online customer engagement initiative in the form of its H-D1 Marketplace. The online platform brings together the search, sale and purchase of used Harley-Davidson motorcycles through North America. Backed by its extensive dealer network and backed by the Harley-Davidson …
Read More »1953 Royal Enfield Meteor 700 compared side by side with the new Meteor 350 in video
Royal Enfield is the oldest motorcycle brand in the world to remain in continuous production. The company announced the launch of the Meteor 350 in November 2020 in India, and the bike is exported to a number of international markets where it has become quite a popular model. Today, British …
Read More »Ducati Multistrada V4 S Receives North American Radar Certification – Roadracing World Magazine
Ducati Multistrada V4 S is officially radar certified in North America Multistrada V4 S radar technology is a revolutionary new system integrated for the first time on a production motorcycle Adaptive cruise control and blind spot detection provide enhanced levels of operator comfort and convenience Sunnyvale, California – The Ducati …
Read More »Ducati announces first foldable magnesium electric bike – roadracing world magazine
Ducati and MT Distribution present the MG-20, the first folding magnesium electric bicycle in the Ducati Urban e-Mobility range The new foldable electric bike from the Ducati Urban e-Mobility line guarantees lightness and strength thanks to the magnesium frame, forks and rims The sporty character of Ducati is underlined by …
Read More »New Harley-Davidson Sportster S features Revolution Max 1250 V-Twin engine – Roadracing World Magazine
THE NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON® SPORTSTER® S MODEL DELIVERS UNPARALLELED PERFORMANCE Next Generation Sportster Motorcycle Combines Unbridled Power With Contemporary Technology MILWAUKEE (July 13, 2021) – The Harley-Davidson® Sportster® S is an all-new custom sportbike designed to deliver an exciting riding experience and usher in a new era of Sportster performance. A …
Read More »Zero Motorcycles Launches All-New FXE Street Bike With National Demonstration Tour Of The United States
SANTA CRUZ, Calif .– (COMMERCIAL THREAD) – Zero Motorcycles, the global leader in electric motorcycles and powertrains, today launched several new 2022 model year motorcycles featuring the all-new FXE. Design and technology are at the forefront of the new model. Constantly pushing the boundaries of the motorcycle space, Zero chose …
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