by Sarwant Singh from https://www.forbes.com In 2023, BMW Motorrad will be celebrating a landmark event: its centenary as a motorcycle manufacturer. But it wasn’t really the past that interested me in my interview with BMW Motorrad CEO, Dr. Markus Schramm. It was more about understanding how this venerated German brand is engaging with the future. […]
by Elena Gorgan from https://www.autoevolution.com Who said you have to choose between an electric bicycle and a motorcycle? A German startup is offering a solid and very fun compromise they like to call “the human hybrid:” eRockit. The eRockit is part bicycle, part motorcycle and all fun. It’s an electric motorcycle that promises good performance
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SPECIAL OPS JACKET $231.00 – $258.00 https://shop.bikernet.com/ MORNING JACKET ~ AFTERNOON VEST – Our (13) pocket Special Ops tactical-style motorcycle Jacket converts into a vest. Designed for the road with heavy duty gun metal grey zipper front, bound leather neck trim and strong double needle seam construction. The 2 conceal and carry pockets will stow your
It’s All Good… There is no place for doom and gloom. I believe we’ve done a helluva job at containing something that could have been devastating. And you know Americans. We can do anything, and we will figure this bastard out and move on to party once more. The controversy continues regarding Sturgis. You’ll see
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by Sabrina Giacomini from https://www.rideapart.com The God of Fire is getting a boost. In 2015, Kawasaki introduced its first modern-day supercharged motorcycle, the Ninja-based H2. Four years later, the Z H2 hypernaked followed. What will happen next? After all, developing a new engine takes time, R&D, and funds, so when a new block is created,
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by Daniel Patrascu from https://www.autoevolution.com Harley-Davidson called the custom bike build competition for its international dealers King of Kings, but one shop from Germany wanted to top that, so they named their project Emperor. Chosen at the end of April, the King of Kings winner was crowned a Sportster-based Mexican creation by the name of
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by Faith Ikade from http://venturesafrica.com/ Mobility for Africa is empowering women in rural Zimbabwe with new electric powered motorcycles that can be used as a source of income generation. The electric motorbikes known as “Hamba” gives women the opportunity to transport and sell their goods, while saving time and effort usually spent walking to pick
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Hey, What an interesting week. Someone said 100,000 folks have died of Corona, more than the Vietnam War, but that’s not a fair analogy. That’s actually one fifth of the number who die every year of cancer and about 1/5 of the people who die EVERY YEAR of heart issues. There is no place for
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by Sajan C Kumar from https://www.financialexpress.com The EUIPO invalidity division annulled the registration since it was “incapable of eliciting a different general impression” with respect to the registered design of the Vespa Primavera, and pointed out that the registration was an unlawful attempt to reproduce the scooter’s aesthetic elements. Italian two-wheeler and commercial vehicle manufacturer
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The tanks and fender are out to Deny 925, the master of patina paint, for a scallop classic paint job. In the meantime, I needed to install the Morris Mag, decide on a carb, install the front brake, finish a handful of welds, work with the guys at Bates on a clutch cable, make an
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by Daniel Patrascu from https://www.autoevolution.com Technically, this modified Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight has been designed to be incarnation of a bunch of Japanese myths. Looked at from afar and in a totally superficial manner, it looks more like something the Yakuza would ride around on. The bike is the creation of Harley-Davidson’s dealer in Shizuoka. It has
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by Fraser Addecott from https://www.mirror.co.uk With rumours of the launch of a new Hayabusa doing the rounds among insiders, we take a look back at the history of this unique bike which came to define the supersports sector Iconic is a word that is bandied around a little too easily these days, but in the
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New from Ventura, California based Barnett Clutches & Cables, these hydraulic clutch line adapters for 2002 and up Harley-Davidson Big Twins and 2009-17 V-Rods allow you to adapt any brake line with #3AN fittings for use as a clutch line. They are chrome plated and made with steel tubing and fittings. Barnett Clutches & Cables,
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Motorcycle registrations across Europe dropped steeply in March and April in comparison to the same period in 2019 as a result of the impact of the Covid-19 outbreak. With dealerships closed and economies under lockdown, commercial activity has been virtually paralysed. Total registrations in the 5 largest motorcycle markets (i.e. France, Germany, Italy,
from https://www.reuters.com TOKYO (Reuters) – Suzuki Motor (7269.T) posted its lowest annual operating profit in four years on Tuesday as the coronavirus pandemic hit demand for its cars, but the earnings beat estimates and the Japanese automaker raised its dividend, sending its shares surging. Profit came in at 215.1 billion yen ($1.99 billion) for the
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by Daniel Patrascu from https://www.autoevolution.com Sometimes giving an old motorcycle a new identity is as simple as repairing what’s in need of repair, and simply slapping a tank from another bike on the existing frame. At least, this is how simple the crew from Paris-based Blitz Motorcycles make the whole process look. Unlike most moto
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by Daniel Patrascu from https://www.autoevolution.com Good or bad, expensive or less so, Harleys are meant to be customized. Even the bike maker knows this and not only allows it, but also encourages such endeavors, including within its own ranks. In April, a Harley custom motorcycle building competition ended, with a bike called Apex Predator taking
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The tanks and fender are out to Deny 925, the master of patina paint, for a scallop classic paint job. In the meantime, I needed to install the Morris Mag, decide on a carb, install the front brake, finish a handful of welds, work with the guys at Bates on a clutch cable, make an
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Beware Fake Lindby Knockoffs By Bandit and Charly We’ve been working with Lindby for awhile and I’m surprised how often their product line surfaces. Their crashbar/cruising peg system has saved numerous rider and paint jobs. They make long distance runs more comfortable. And we’ve installed them on Indians, touring Harleys and Dynas. Lindby makes the
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by Daniel Patrascu from https://www.autoevolution.com The Harley-Davidson King of Kings competition revealed once more just how talented the people working for the bike maker’s dealers are. 15 incredible entries have been judged and voted back in April, and at the end just one emerged victorious: the Mexican Apex Predator. But each of the builds that
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by Enrico Punsalang from https://www.rideapart.com The pros definitely outweigh the cons, and the cons can be seen as part of the adventure! To many motorcycle enthusiasts, motorcycles are merely toys. These toys come in many shapes and sizes—from sportbikes for spirited trackdays, to adventure bikes for weekend getaways with friends. However I’m sure it has
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by Daniel Patrascu from https://www.autoevolution.com One of the deadliest military forces on the planet, the so-called Green Berets, have a wealth of gear at their disposal to conduct whatever missions Uncle Sam throws at them. But we’re pretty sure they never used this here bike, though. What’s featured in the gallery above is a BMW
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This Memorial Day weekend is unlike any we have experienced. Traditional motorcycle events honoring those lost in military service have been cancelled or postponed around the nation. We at the Motorcycle Riders Foundation are forever grateful to our brothers and sisters lost defending the freedoms we cherish. These trying times are an important reminder that
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Memorial Day is a day for admiration towards those that made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. Memorial Day means more than just honoring those who died for their country on that day. To me, it should be a reminder that we ought to appreciate these people every single day of our lives. With Gratitude, Dr.
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