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Hit by an unprecedented decline in vehicle registrations due to COVID-19 outbreak, Europe’s motorcycle industry calls for support from the EC

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, […]

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Suzuki’s profit beats estimate, steps up dividend

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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1976 BMW R60/7 Is the Olive in Some Popeye’s Dreams

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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Harley-Davidson Sport Rod Is Forty-Eight Gone Bad

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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Pandemic Panhead Project, Part 2

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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Lindby Linbar Tech to the Rescue

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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Harley-Davidson French’n Cheap Is the Sharpest, Cleanest Build in King of Kings

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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The Pros And Cons Of Motorcycle Commuting

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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BMW R100 R Green Beret Is the Warrior Bike Special Forces Never Used

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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MEMORIAL DAY from the MRF

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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What Memorial Day means to me?

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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LINDBY LINBAR TECH TO THE RESCUE

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. Here’s the latest story. My grandson, the Hollywood tattoo artist, Frank

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World’s Shortest Bikernet Holiday Tech

This might be the simplest tech tip ever but it is really useful. Suspension Technologies was installing their touring fork cartridge on my Electra Glide. When they took off my brake calipers they did something I hadn’t seen before. CLICK HERE TO READ THIS ON BIKERNET Join the Cantina for more fun, news, tech, reviews,

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Harley-Davidson’s New “Exclusivity” Angle Misses the Point

by James Brumley from https://www.fool.com The iconic motorcycle maker is paring back production, rather than pricing, in an effort to foster an image of exclusivity. If you’re one of the shrinking number of consumers planning to shop for a Harley-Davidson (NYSE:HOG) at some point this year, don’t be surprised to see limited inventory once you

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Harley-Davidson El Ganador Is How the Brits Build Club Style Motorcycles

by Daniel Patrascu from https://www.autoevolution.com Harley-Davidson’s King of Kings competition may have concluded last month, but it will probably be some time before all of the builds that were entered fade into history. A souped-up version of Battle of the Kings, King of Kings was dedicated to the bike maker’s international dealers, which in their

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Kawasaki Zundapp Is a Nod to a Bike Maker Few Remember

by Daniel Patrascu from https://www.autoevolution.com The name Zundapp has long left the motorcycle scene. The German bike maker arrived on the market a bit late compared to the competition, in 1917, and was open for business until 1984, when it went bankrupt. As a result of both that, and the fact that the bikes they

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World’s Shortest Bikernet Holiday Tech

By Bikernet Contributor Edge

This might be the simplest tech tip ever but it is really useful. Suspension Technologies was installing their touring fork cartridge on my Electra Glide. When they took off my brake calipers they did something I hadn’t seen before. Tech Tip:When you take off your brake caliper drop it in a Crown Royal bag and

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Kodlin Comes to the USA

Kodlin Lowering-Kit For Harley-Davidson® Milwaukee Eight® Softail Models. FEATURES AND BENEFITS: Lowers the bike up to 40 mm “Plug and Play”! Kit does not require to shorten the threated rod or to send back the suspension for final assembly Includes pre-installed new bearings Includes instructions and TUV documents Fitment FLHC/FLHCS HERITAGE CLASSIC FXBR/FXBRS BREAKOUT FLFB/FLFBS

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Harley-Davidson Daytona’s Red Has a Transparent Fuel Tank

by Daniel Patrascu from https://www.autoevolution.com There have been 15 entries in all in Harley-Davidson’s King of Kings custom bike building competition, and the winner was crowned the Mexican-made Apex Predator. The bike is, of course, a great build, but that doesn’t mean the ones who lost are anything less. King of Kings was the culmination

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SportBike Chic Kevlar Jeans Review

Made in the USA by a Woman Rider By Chris Gibbany with photos by her husband Although I have been riding motorcycles for years, it has only been in the last few years that I have really wanted a pair of Kevlar riding jeans. Two things have kept me from buying a pair; cost and

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Your MMA honors and remembers those who gave all

Your MMA honors and remembers those who gave all

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NASH MOTORCYCLES MEMORIAL DAY SALE!

Use our special code 40FORTHEM to get 40% OFF NASH Hammers, hangers and swift kicks… Click quick: www.nashmotorcycle.com

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Harley-Davidson El Jefe Is Today’s Dose of Mexico

by Daniel Patrascu from https://www.autoevolution.com It may not look like it to some, but the build we have in the gallery below was once a Harley-Davidson Heritage. Severe modifications transformed it into this, a lowrider-style motorcycle aptly called El Jefe. Despite its name, this motorcycle is not of Mexican origin. The build belongs to a

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224hp Ducati Panigale V4 Superleggera: Company’s most powerful bike all set to hit production

by Pradeep Shah from https://www.financialexpress.com The Ducati Panigale V4 Superleggera, which is no less than an engineering marvel is all set to hit the production lines. Here is what makes it so much special! More than stunning looks and breathtaking visuals, Ducatis are about blistering performance! The company keeps coming out with new and better

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