Motorcycle Technology

In 2014, a man named Vincenzo Mattia called Langen’s first version of the V-Twin a “a brutal GP racing engine delivering 95 bhp” (via Moto Live). Later, Langen debuted the bike in September 2020 at the highly acclaimed Salon Privé Concours d’Elegance – to great success, we might add. A …

The Fuell Flow electric motorcycle (prototype). Fuel Engineering innovator and motorcycle racer Erik Buell has followed the release of his Fuell Flluid 1 electric bike project with a promised second electric vehicle, the Fllow Electric Motorcycle (yes, two “Ls”). The launch recently went live on Prelaunch.com. The $11,995 (base) 400-pound …

ENEVATE AND LIGHTNING MOTORCYCLES TEAM UP TO COMMERCIALIZE A REVOLUTIONARY BATTERY FOR AN ELECTRIC MOTORCYCLE THAT RECHARGES ALMOST AS QUICKLY AS FILLING A FUEL TANK THE HIGH PERFORMANCE MOTORCYCLE CHARGED IN LESS THAN 10 MINUTES FOR AN EXTRA 135 MILES MOTORCYCLE BATTERY CHARGED TO 400 AMPS, CHARGE RATE NEAR 5C, …

For some enthusiasts, the most exciting era of motorcycling is the two-stroke era – when screaming “stink wheels” ruled the world’s circuits, and street riders too could get their kicks on lightweight, powerful motorcycles that produced hoarse exhaust notes and clouds of blue smoke. . Two-stroke racing dominance came to …

By John Ulrich MotoAmerica King Of The Baggers champ Tyler O’Hara and his wife Lindsay hosted their own championship banquet last Sunday night (Halloween eve) because the show didn’t have one. The event was held in their hometown of Petaluma, Calif., at Olympia’s Valley Estate, a popular event center and …

The vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) market is heating up. To accelerate the arrival of urban air transport, companies are racing to develop the safest and most efficient technologies possible. Cars and personal planes are the most common VTOL vehicles, but flying motorcycles are gaining ground. Due to the lack …

Thanks to the best September ever, Ducati announces a new sales record for the third quarter of 2022 A new turnover record is recorded by Ducati in the first nine months of 2022 with 872 million euros Demand remains high with backlog up 92% year-on-year 49,873 motorcycles delivered to enthusiast …

Aurora will produce the next FIM E-Xplorer World Cup. E-Xplorer is shaping up to be a new international series of all-electric off-road motorcycles backed by the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme. Twelve teams of two runners, obligatory one man and one woman per team, will compete in a series of global …

After a 35-year racing career with national-level wins spanning five decades, 53-year-old Michael Barnes has retired from professional racing. Barnes began his racing career in 1987 at a CCS race at Moroso Motorsports Park in his longtime adopted state of Florida. In 1989 he won the AMA/CCS 600cc Supersport National …

Sour relations between India and China are also reflected in the Indian auto market, with Chinese brands unable to overcome the high barriers to entry. Great Wall Motors (GWM) has become the latest Chinese automaker to scrap projects worth thousands of crores this year. However, headquartered in Guangdong Areas is …

Damon Motors Exceeds Backlog by $90 Million; The company is considering potential customers of $250 million worldwide Production preparations underway for 2023 deliveries VANCOUVER, BC – Damon Motors, the first electric motorcycle company, today announced that its backlog has surpassed a backlog of $90 million to date worldwide with potential …

The 2023 Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally, designed for long-distance travel, is for the rider with an insatiable wanderlust. Standard equipment is a 30 liter fuel tank and the Multistrada V4 Rally will be available in Ducati dealer showrooms in February 2023 in either Ducati Red or Brushed Aluminum & Matt …

LIVEWIRE™ PREPARES THE LATEST S2 DEL MAR™ ELECTRIC MOTORCYCLE Reservations open September 27 for S2 Del Mar production, deliveries expected to begin Spring 2023 MILWAUKEE, WI (September 27, 2022) – As the company becomes the first publicly traded electric motorcycle company in the United States, LiveWire™ is opening reservations for …

Harley-Davidson, LiveWire and AEA-Bridges Impact Corp Announce Closing of Business Combination LiveWire raises approximately $334 million in gross proceeds LiveWire becomes first electric motorcycle company to list on NYSE Trading will begin September 27 under the new symbol “LVWR” on the New York Stock Exchange MILWAUKEE, NEW YORK and LONDON …

Featured in the September 2022 issue of Roadracing World: In 1873 Pietro Laverda founded Laverda as a manufacturer of agricultural equipment. Between the First and Second World Wars, the company was a leader in the mechanization of agricultural equipment. After World War II, Laverda saw the need for cheap transport …

© 2022, Roadracing World Publishing, Inc. Featured in the September 2022 issue of Roadracing World: Pop Quiz: Which brand has been making motorcycles the longest? The answer is Royal Enfield, which has been producing motorcycles continuously since 1901. And Royal Enfield is also one of the largest motorcycle manufacturers, currently …

Here in 2022, many fans of motorcycle history know the outline of the original Kawasaki H2. In the early 1970s, the magic three-digit code seemed to be 750 among several OEMs, so Team Green had to find a way to stand out from the pack. 750cc, but do it fast. …

You may not know the history of the motorcycle. The events following World War II provided many new approaches to dealing with a dire situation. The appeal of motorcycles began to increase. By studying the history of motorcycles, you may learn more about their creation and development. The motorcycle has …

Honda Motorcycle Business Briefing Summary – Achieve carbon neutrality with a focus on electrification – September 13, 2022 Striving to achieve carbon neutrality for all of its motorcycle products during the 2040s, as a primary goal of environmental strategies for motorcycle companies, Honda will accelerate the electrification of its motorcycle …

Yamaha has been keeping its shoes tied lately. Between the brand’s successes on the track since Quartararo set the fastest time at the Misano tests, the release in 2022 of the brand from its “Certified Pre-Owned” platformand Signing of Yammie into the Exchangeable Battery Consortiumthe brand barely gave a breather …

While other luxury car makers are busy releasing “normal” luxury cars, Mercedes has done that and more. The brand enjoyed great success with the E-Class of sedans and SUVs as well as the fanfare of the S-Class derivatives of vehicles. However, there is one thing that surprisingly gets more attention …

On the front cover: There’s a reason that’s the view challengers typically have.Defending MotoAmerica Superbike Champion Jake Gagne, nono matter how good they think they are. Photo by Brian J. Nelson. Roadracing World & Motorcycle Technology is THE definitive source for motorcycle racing, riding and technology information. — World of …

Aprilia RSV4 XTrenta APRILIA’S RACING ENGINEERING AND MOTOGP TECHNOLOGY COMES TO THE MOST EXTREME, HIGH-PERFORMANCE AND MOST EXCLUSIVE APRILIA RSV4 EVER CHARACTERIZED BY REFINED AERODYNAMICS, THE RSV4 XTRENTA IS THE WORLD’S FIRST MOTORCYCLE EQUIPPED WITH A REAR AND LOWER WING UNPRECEDENTED PERFORMANCE FOR MAXIMUM PLEASURE ON THE TRACK: 230 HP …

When the first Honda VFRs hit the mean streets of the 80s, they were revolutionary machines. First, they weren’t 2-strokes, and second, they weren’t inline 4s. Any engine configuration has its pros and cons, and the V4 is no exception. They are complex machines, both to build and to work …

Honda has filed a series of design drawings that confirm it is working on a driver assistance system that aims to make the bike safer. With the recent introduction of radar-assisted cruise control on a whole host of fat bikes, it seems like the obvious next step is a lane …

Featured in the August 2022 issue of Roadracing World: MV Agusta has its roots in a northern Italian aircraft company established in 1923 by the Sicilian Count Giovanni Agusta, who designed and built his first aircraft in 1907. After his death in 1927, his son Domenico diversified the company in …

What you will learn: The global motorcycle market is expected to grow from USD 298.58 billion in 2021 to USD 485.67 billion in 2028 with a CAGR of 7.2. As motorcycle technology continues to integrate more safety, comfort and luxury systems, switch manufacturers will adapt and combine traditional electro-technical products …

I have a big problem with electric motorcycle technology: it’s too expensive. I know many of you can throw in spreadsheet after spreadsheet showing how I’m saving here a few cents a month on oil changes, a few dollars a week on gas, etc., and bam, this $15,000 electric motorcycle …

Mr. Ting, a converted Muslim, has an Indonesian wife and a Singaporean daughter, both living in Jakarta. His daughter has just started university and Mr Ting said she felt “comfortable” there. Moreover, he prefers to focus on his work in Rwanda, noting that even family could be a “distraction” in …

In the August 2022 issue of Road racing world: MV Agusta has its roots in a northern Italian aircraft company established in 1923 by the Sicilian Count Giovanni Agusta, who designed and built his first aircraft in 1907. After his death in 1927, his son Domenico diversified the company in …

In the August 2022 issue of Road racing world: The moment for Aprilia’s MotoGP revolution came in 2019, when parent company Piaggio decided it had to go big or go home. In other words, start spending money on MotoGP or stop. The result of this change in philosophy was a …

TOKYO, Japan, August 4, 2022 – Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) today announced the signing of an agreement to transfer all shares of Honda Lock Mfg. Co., Ltd. (Honda Lock), a fully consolidated company. subsidiary of Honda, to MinebeaMitsumi Inc., a manufacturer of machinery components and electronic devices. Amid major …

motorcycle market The Global Motorcycles Market Report from Global Insight Services is the only authoritative source of information on the Motorcycles market. The report will provide you with an analysis of the impact of the latest market disruptions such as the Russian-Ukrainian war and Covid-19 on the market. The report …

In the spirit of throwing ponies in today’s powersports industry, electric motorcycle brand Arc has continued to contribute to the community’s focus on safety technology with its unit of choice, the Arc Vector. We are currently awaiting former MotoGP and BSB rider James Ellison, who helped the marque make some …

Swedish electric vehicle manufacturer Roam has teamed up with Kitale-based Kengra Logistics Limited to unveil next-generation electric motorcycle technology in western Kenya. With rising fuel prices in the country, the introduction of electric technology will help reduce fuel consumption and cost of operations among motorists in the region. The technology …

where it started BACK in 2006, when Zero Motorcycles was known at Electricross, Neal Saiki, a former NASA engineer and innovator, designed ‘The Drift’. A powerful electric motocross bike, which had the power of a Honda CRF150 and weighed only 140 pounds So great was the enthusiasm for The Drift …

Louis Eugene Rowe Williamsburg Louis Eugene Rowe was born September 1, 1953 in Williamsburg, Iowa, the son of Ernest and Florine (Iburg) Rowe. He attended Williamsburg High School, graduating with the class of 1971. Louis joined the United States Navy in 1971. He received his school leaving certificate from the …

On the front cover: Matteo Ferrari (11) on an Energica spec race bike in a unique brandMotoE race in Assen. The Italian electric sportbike maker is moving from racing itself in Europe to racing against gas-powered race bikes in RSD Super Hooligan races with MotoAmerica in the United States. Photo …

© 2022, Roadracing World Publishing, Inc. Featured in the July 2022 issue of Roadracing World: Some companies consider road racing only suitable for promoting sports motorcycle sales, and some complain if a motorcycle they define as intended for road use is even taken to a racetrack. So why does Indian …

Featured in the July 2022 issue of Roadracing World: I remember a line from the 2004 documentary “The Persuaders,” a look at the rise of highly paid consultants who use technology to enhance the emotional appeals they use to sell everything from popcorn to presidents: “Everything works now. You know, …

The Arc Vector is only 10 weeks away from its first deliveries, and the testing process has progressed down to the smallest detail. The Vector is an innovative design, using Hub Center Steering (HCS) and a carbon front swingarm instead of conventional forks. It’s not a completely unique approach, certainly …

Based on the Civic Hatchback, which has been well received in the market, the low and wide packages have been continued to improve the driving performance of the Type R model. In addition, a forward field of vision with a wide road view was introduced with the aim of providing …

Featured in the July 2022 issue of Roadracing World: Aki Ajo is the most successful team manager in the MotoGP paddock. Over the past decade he has guided Marc Marquez, Johann Zarco, Brad Binder, Pedro Acosta and others to world championships. What is his secret? “That’s when I called my …

Featured in the July 2022 issue of Roadracing World: In the summer of 1966, Sports Illustrated magazine sent journalist Bob Ottum to hang out with Giacomo Agostini, multiple-time world motorcycle champion, part-time movie star, and full-time Italian Stallion idol. At the end of his visit, Ottum assumed Ago’s work thus: …

New York, July 13. 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Reportlinker.com announces the publication of the report “Connected Motorcycle Market: Segmented: By Service, By Connectivity Solution, By Propulsion, and Region – Global Size, Share Analysis and Trends for 2019 -2020 and forecast to 2031″ – https://www.reportlinker.com/p06288786/?utm_source=GNW A connected motorcycle is an intelligent …

ReportLinker The connected motorcycle market exceeds 4,759 USD. 3 million by 2031 from USD 92.2 million in 2021 at a CAGR of 48.3% in future years i.e. 2021-31. Product presentation New York, July 13. 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Reportlinker.com announces the publication of the report “Connected Motorcycle Market: Segmented: By …

Bosch eBike Systems is showcasing eBike innovations for model year 2023 at Eurobike (July 13-17 in Frankfurt), including a new anti-lock braking system (ABS). Improper braking is one of the main causes of bicycle accidents. The front wheel brake of a bicycle is crucial for a short braking distance. But …

Long before the first BMW GS hit the scene in the 1980s, many bikers used their motorcycles as adventure bikes, taking them on-road and off-road, traveling far and wide and hauling everything but the kitchen sink. kitchen. During World War II, scouts and messengers were content with canvas or leather …

More Automotive With a total investment of over $388 million, Zontes was founded in 2003. The UK, Italy, Spain, France, Belgium, Brazil, Malaysia, Thailand and other countries are among the 55 countries where Zontes motorcycles are currently available. Zontes collaborates with Adishwar Auto Ride India PVT. LTD (AARI) to …

Jinan Jedi Motorcycle Technology Ltd, or Jedi Motors, a Chinese two-wheeler manufacturer, has launched the neo-retro FR 750 roadster in its home market. Unlike most Chinese brands that are known for producing lookalikes of popular bikes, Jedi did things differently, and the FR 750 is proof of that. It’s hard …

The Chinese motorcycle brand, according to Adishwar Auto, specializes in producing motorcycles with state-of-the-art industrial equipment on a robotic production line and up to 80% of its components are produced in-house to keep quality under control. Mumbai: Chinese premium motorcycle brand Zontes has partnered with Hyderabad-based Adishwar Auto Ride to …

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Adishwar Auto Ride India (AARI) has announced the launch of Chinese motorcycle brand Zontes in the country. The company already sells Benelli, Keeway and Moto Morini brands in India and Zontes is the newest addition here. Founded in 2003, Zontes belongs to Guangdong Tayo Motorcycle Technology Co. Ltd. and produces …

Reports from Asia indicate that the Big Four are on the verge of a big elimination. Japan-based Nikkei, the world’s largest financial newspaper, says Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki and Yamaha plan to drop around 20 motorcycles from their lineups. Of course, increasingly stringent emission standards are to blame. This time it’s …

larry laurent | June 26, 2022 Cycle news Archives COLUMN This Cycle news The Archives section is a reprint of the June 30, 2010 issue. NC has hundreds of past Archives columns of our files, too many of which are themselves archives. So to prevent this from happening, in the …

Featured in the June 2022 issue of Roadracing World: At the pointed end of our ECU/IMU-moderated 200-horsepower motors and computer-modeled chassis, we have the humble pneumatic tire. Although modern tires are clearly recognizable to engineers of the last century as, well, tires, the dark art of chemistry and catalysts has …

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a key member of our industry’s history. Steve Harris – the face behind the famous Harris Performance Products line and a brilliant engineer in his own right – was known as the go-to man for the privateer motorcycle racing …

After iconic motorcycle engineer Steve Harris sold Harris Performance to Royal Enfield in 2015, the Royal Enfield Twins American Flat Track entry has remained the company’s highest-profile project. However, prior to the acquisition, the Hertford, England-based company specialized in road racing around the world. Self-taught Harris first made a name …

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Triumph’s first electric motorcycle prototype (TE-1) has been in the works for some time now. The project was launched in May 2019 and divided into four phases. Triumph has now revealed that the prototype electric motorcycle has completed its final testing phase, with a full reveal scheduled for July 12 …

If you’re interested in two-wheeled electric mobility and haven’t heard of Energica, you need to pay attention. Energica Motor Company manufactures electric motorcycles from its headquarters in Modena, Italy – the heart of the exotic and the home of Ferrari, De Tomaso, Lamborghini, Pagani and Maserati. Now over ten years …

On the front cover: Corey Alexander (23) was flying his Tytlers Cycle/RideHVMC Racing BMW M 1000 RR at Road Atlanta, where he won the Stock 1000 race. At VIR for the upcoming MotoAmerica round, Alexander found himself buried in the Airfence during Q2 and did not run. Photo by Brian …

Motorcycle Instrument Cluster Market – Overview The motorcycle instrument cluster is one of the most essential features of a motorcycle. It consists of a number of indicators and gauges that indicate various aspects relating to the operation of the motorcycle. The most common components of a motorcycle instrument cluster are …

New York, Global Insight Services’ Global Connected Motorcycles Market Report is the only authoritative source of information on the connected motorcycles market. The report will provide you with an analysis of the impact of the latest market disruptions such as the Russian-Ukrainian war and Covid-19 on the market. The report …

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, …

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 …

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 …

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 …

It looks like 2022 is the year of the adventure bike! There has never been a time in the history of motorcycling when brands have focused so much on this segment. There was a street bike era; cafe racers have had their time, even scooters, but over the past five …

Recognizing the possibility that its corporate activities could affect biodiversity, as early as the 1960s, Honda began to put significant effort into activities that lead to the conservation of biodiversity, including reforestation activities and recycling and reuse of industrial water in its factories. In 1976, Honda began a program to …

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 …

Yamaha will use the prototype of the new electric power steering system on its YZ450FM and YZ250F motocross bikes. By : HT automatic office | Updated: April 19, 2022, 4:01 PM Yamaha YZF-R15 Yamaha has announced that it is working on new motorcycle technology that could change the riding dynamics …

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 …

From the April 2022 issue of Roadracing World: The motorcycling world has never known a greater earthquake than the convulsion that transformed it in the early 1970s, when the dominant British industry collapsed under the Japanese onslaught and the circuits of the around the world have been taken over by …

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 …

© 2022, Roadracing World Publishing, Inc. Featured in the April 2022 issue of Roadracing World: Citing the need to reduce horsepower and weight to avoid tire problems and address safety issues with top speed versus clearance room, AMA Superbike officials decided to downsize the 1025 cc to 750 cc engine …

© 2022, Roadracing World Publishing, Inc. Featured in the April 2022 issue of Roadracing World: 26th Annual Roadracing World Young Gun Awards Roadracing World launched this exclusive special feature recognizing the most promising young road racers as a response to the pessimists who claimed that North America had no new …

Harley-Davidson is replacing its old favorite 883 Sportster with a new liquid-cooled 975cc Nightster. It is now arriving in Australian and New Zealand showrooms at A$23,995 in black (NZ$25,495) and A$24,300 in gray or red ($26,330). This is the first of the 975cc versions of the Revolution 1250cc liquid-cooled engines …

© 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 …

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 …

Featured in the April 2022 issue of Roadracing World: MotoGP Editor-in-Chief Mat Oxley gets to grips with the machines from each of the manufacturers competing in the MotoGP World Championship. From aerodynamics to ergonomics, electronics to hydraulics (as in lowering devices), Oxley details the differences in each, laying out each …

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 …

Featured in the April 2022 issue of Roadracing World: During the 2021 Bol d’Or 24 Hour World Endurance Championship (EWC) race, I was invited into the BMW Motorrad factory garage, asked to take a close look at the parts that go into a winning machine. at this level of competition. …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Malacca, March 30, 2022 – Honda Malaysia (or the Company) today made history with the completion of 1 million production units since the Company began local assembly in 2003 at its manufacturing facility in Pegoh, Melaka. The Company celebrated this milestone with a ceremony marking the launch of the millionth …

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 …

With motorcycles becoming more and more technology driven, it sometimes feels like we’ve seen it all before when it comes to assistance and safety systems. Yamaha, however, seems to have discovered a rather unique type of motorcycle technology, as it reveals its own Electronic Power Steering (EPS) system for motorcycles. …

No sooner had I listed my 2018 Ducati Scrambler 1100 Sport on an online classifieds site than I started getting responses from scammers. They came through email, phone message and various social media platforms. The shortest was: Hello, what is your address? The longest and most elaborate began with: G’day …

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 …

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, …

Featured in the March 2022 issue of Roadracing World: A decade and a half ago, Klaus Hirsekorn and Alex Baumgartel (K and Alex for Kalex) worked for Holzer Motorsport, which ran Opel’s DTM motor racing operations and still works in the sport, building prototypes for Porsche and d other car …

TORRANCE, Calif., March 14, 2022 – Honda today announced plans to install a stationary fuel cell power plant at its corporate campus in Torrance, California by early 2023. The station will serve as a proof of concept for commercialization future of a power generation unit to be used as a …

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 …

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. …

Greenger and Honda Powersports release the first officially licensed CRF-E2 electric off-road bike for young people New model offers competitive balance of performance and value Available exclusively at U.S. Honda Powersports dealerships ONTARIO, Calif. (March 8, 2022) – Electric dirt bikes have become a realistic option for kids and their …

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 …

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 …

TOKYO, Japan, March 4, 2022 – Honda Motor Co., Ltd. announced today that the company will issue US dollar-denominated green bonds totaling US$2.75 billion for its initiatives to create a society that aims for zero environmental impact. The proceeds from the green bond issuance will be used exclusively for environmental …

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 …

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 …

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 …

© 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 …

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 …

Sydney-based motorcycle technology The Forcite company raised nearly $6 million in its latest funding round, money that will be used to fuel global expansion. Founded in 2013, the company has delivered nearly 1,400 smart headphones across Australia and maintains a waiting list of over 13,000. About half of this demand …

Leading motorcycling organizations meet Department of Transport Secretary Buttigieg The Motorcycle Industry Council, American Motorcyclist Association, and Motorcycle Safety Foundation Join Forces to Share Community and Motorcycle Industry Priorities with the U.S. Department of Transportation PICKERINGTON, Ohio— In a collaborative effort to raise awareness of key issues and opportunities facing …

The Roadracing World 2022 Reader Survey Part 2 is brought to you by DID and Woodcraft. The winner of this survey will win a DID VR46 Rossi X-Ring sealed drive chain, valued at $146.50-$196.33 depending on application, and a set of Woodcraft frame sliders with new inserts optional Cerakote tints, …

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 …

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Australian smart helmet maker Forcite has attracted $6 million from investors and crowdfunding as it prepares to launch the Forcite MK1S, an updated version of its first smart helmet, in the coming months. There is still a little time to invest in this growing small business – more information. Forcite …

The arrival of self-driving cars has created a lot of uncertainty about the future of motorcycling. AI-driven automobiles are intelligent, logical machines with cutting-edge technology and innovative safety systems. Motorcycles are rather antiquated in comparison. Motorcycles can be deadly, out of control and thrilling to ride. However, how will they …

Jonathan Scott Betting 1972 – 2022 Phoenix, AZ—Beloved father, son, brother and friend, Jonathan Scott Bettinger died suddenly on January 17, 2022, at the age of 49. Jon was born March 11, 1972, in Cebu City, Philippines, to Cass and Carolyn Ford Bettinger (Boies), and moved with his family to …

The following track days, riding schools and racing events are scheduled by organizations based in the United States and Canada in February 2022. Motorcycle track days, riding schools and races are posted under the Events Calendar tab on the home page of this website, or you can go directly to …

Rhode Island just had a budget proposal that could potentially provide a “sales tax exemption for the trade-in value of motorcycles” — and while the author may not be so happy about it, we’re intrigued by what it might mean for runners in Rhode Island. Let’s dig into it. Upriseri …

2021 AMA Racing and Organizer Awards Announcement AMA Athletes of the Year, AMA Racers of the Year Recognized PICKERINGTON, Ohio— The American Motorcyclist Association is pleased to recognize the winners of its 2021 AMA Racing and Organizer Awards, which are given to individuals and organizations who have distinguished themselves in …

Press release | January 25, 2022 The American Motorcyclist Association has recognized individuals and organizations for its 2021 AMA Racing and Organizer Awards. This is a press release from the American Motorcyclist Association… Pickerington, OH (January 25, 2022) – The American Motorcyclist Association is pleased to recognize the winners of …

Featured in the January 2022 issue of Roadracing World: On September 17, 1961, Mike Hailwood on a four-cylinder RC162 won the 250cc Swedish Grand Prix at Kristianstad and with this victory secured Honda’s first world championship. Jim Redman finished the race in fourth, completing a top-four sweep for Hwave. The …

As we enter 2022, we look forward to another year of unique opportunities, game-changing technologies and, hopefully, market recovery. The past two years have been difficult for many people. Simply put, the pandemic has changed the way many of us viewed our jobs, our spending habits, and even our definition …

© 2022, Roadracing World Publishing, Inc. Featured in the January 2022 issue of Roadracing World: “When I first started racing, one of the biggest challenges I faced was transporting my bike and my stuff around the circuit. I only had a car that couldn’t tow anything, so I had to …