Triumph Motorcycles, the iconic British motorcycle brand, has confirmed that it will return to the legendary Bonneville Salt Flats in August 2016 to break the motorcycle world land speed record. Triumph’s aim is to exceed the current record that stands at 376.363 mph, using its purpose built 1,000 bhp Triumph Infor Rocket Streamliner. Riding the purpose-built Triumph Infor Rocket Streamliner over the measured mile will be Isle of Man TT…
Read More3 Alarm Fire at Lancaster Motorcycle Shop
Eight North Texas fire departments worked to knock down a three-alarm fire that severely damaged a Lancaster motorcycle dealership early Friday morning. Lancaster Fire Department officials said a witness spotted the fire at Cycle Town South on the 1600 block of North Interstate 35E at about 12:45 a.m. Lancaster firefighters tried to put out the fire but were forced to retreat due to multiple explosions coming from inside the building.…
Read MoreJay Leno Test Rides the New Motus V4
Alabama-made Motus Motorcycles received some national attention Monday when former Tonight Show host and gearhead Jay Leno gives the company and its premium bikes some attention on Jay Leno’s Garage on YouTube. Leno will take a Motus bike for a ride and review it and its proprietary V4 engines. Motus is an American motorcycle manufacturer based in Birmingham. Motus founders Lee Conn and Brian Case were invited Leno’s Big Dog Garage…
Read MoreDenver Police Plan to Seize Hundreds of Bikes
Hundreds of motorcycles involved in blocking traffic on I-25 near University Boulevard last Sunday could be seized by police. Denver Police issued a Crime Stoppers Alert in hopes of tracking down the hundreds of bikers who participated in the ‘Kill da Streetz’ ride. On Monday, police seemed to downplay concerns about the ride. “We had I think three calls about the stoppage on the highway,” said DPD spokesperson Sonny Jackson. But…
Read More2014-2016 Indian Motorcycle Fire Hazard Recall
SUMMARY: Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Chief Classic, Dark Horse, Chieftain, Roadmaster, Vintage and Chieftain Dark Horse motorcycles manufactured April 15, 2013, to June 16, 2015. In the event of an engine misfire, unburned fuel may pass through parts of the exhaust system, raising the exhaust temperatures. CONSEQUENCE: Elevated exhaust temperatures may result in an increased risk of fire. REMEDY: Indian will notify owners, and…
Read More2017 Ducati SuperSport Rumored
Prior to World Ducati Week (WDW) the Italian firm had already revealed that they would use their 90th anniversary celebrations at last weekend’s festival to unveil two new models. While one was to be an anniversary edition of their flagship Panigale, the other was shrouded in mystery, and Ducati insisted that the only people to see the new bike would be those in attendance at Misano – which topped an…
Read MoreTen Motorcycles Seized in Hawaii
State conservation officers impounded 10 motorcycles and issued 46 citations to 10 people for alleged illegal dirt biking in Kula Forest Reserve on the slopes of Haleakala on Sunday. The dirt bikers allegedly accessed the forest reserve by trespassing through private property. The nine adults and one juvenile who were cited face multiple charges including prohibited motorized vehicle operation in a non-designated area; prohibited operation of non-four-wheel-drive vehicle; and several…
Read MoreOregon Motorcycle Expo Starts Today
On June 25, and 26th, 2016 at the Oaks Amusement Part is this year’s annual Oregon Motorcycle Expo. This year’s event will offer some amazing motorcycles, shows and unique vendors. Attendees can enjoy a stunt show, tattoo fair, live music, tons of food and of course, a beer garden. Admission is free, which is one of the best things about this event, but donations will also be accepted to offset…
Read MoreBosch Introduces Motorcycle Stability Control
It’s nearly impossible to purchase a new motorcycle that doesn’t include some form of pre-installed electronic rider aid. From cornering ABS to switchable ride modes, on-the-fly adjustable traction control to hill-hold start, the variety of rider aids made available in just the last few years is mind blowing. Behind much of this electronic rider aid development is Bosch – the privately held German company with motorcycle ABS research dating back…
Read MoreDirtDaze Motorcycle Rally June 7th-11th
This year’s 34th annual Americade, the country’s largest touring motorcycle rally, has a new twist. A separate, but parallel event called DirtDaze, based at Painted Pony Ranch in Lake Luzerne, is scheduled for the fast-growing world of adventure bike enthusiasts who like to ride on highways and rugged dirt roads, which are found throughout the Adirondacks. Jimmy Lewis, an American racer and founder of the Off-Road Riding School, will be…
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