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| Motorcycle News from around the World |
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| Here are a selection of Motorcycle related articles from around the world. This list is updated automatically by computer and is not perfect so some non-motorcycle stuff may slip in occasionally which we delete by hand. |
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Aprilia Mana hits American market
Jul 24, 2008 4:00:29 PM Italian styling combined with a high-tech transmission and a practical storage system. |
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Walker WSBK return confirmed.
Jul 24, 2008 3:43:03 PM Chris Walker will return to the World Superbike Championship for the remainder of the 2008 season. |
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Walker To Race In World Superbike Championship For Paul Bird
Jul 24, 2008 2:54:42 PM Paul Bird Motorsport wishes to announce the signing of British rider Chris Walker to race for the Vent Axia VK team for the rest of the 2008 Hannspree World Superbike Championship. |
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H-D Introduces 'Tri Glide' Trike
Jul 24, 2008 2:45:53 PM Harley-Davidson revealed its line-up for 2009 to dealers July 22 at the OEM's business meeting in Las Vegas. |
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WSS: Harris to replace Foret at Brands Hatch.
Jul 24, 2008 1:42:11 PM Karl Harris will compete in his round of the World Supersport Championship after being called up by Yamaha. |
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BSB set for qualifying shake-up
Jul 24, 2008 1:27:54 PM The British Superbike championship introduces a new qualifying format from the round at Cadwell Park in Lincolnshire in August. |
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Place your votes for Rizla's grid girl!
Jul 24, 2008 12:41:46 PM It's now up to you who will become a Rizla Suzuki grid girl for the World Superbike Championship meeting at Brands Hatch. |
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Walker set for WSBK comeback?
Jul 24, 2008 12:41:45 PM Chris Walker looks likely to beat a comeback trail to the World Superbike Championship after testing for Paul Bird Motorsport. |
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Cambodia: Motorcycle Ambulance
Jul 24, 2008 12:07:34 PM Imagine having to be brought to the hospital on this motorcycle ambulance. Yes, you can avoid most of the traffic, but boy, what a way to go.... Picture from Cambodia... ...Advertisment: .. Motorbiker.org: database of 1,000+ movies with motorcycles in them |
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Disappointed Haslam off the podium.
Jul 24, 2008 11:40:32 AM Leon Haslam laments a 'tough' weekend at Oulton Park. |
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New 1125CR joins Buell lineup for 2009
Jul 24, 2008 10:44:26 AM Buell has added another liquid-cooled steed to its stable of streetfighter, sport and adventure sportbikes for 2009. |
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Disapponted Haslam off the podium.
Jul 24, 2008 8:39:14 AM Leon Haslam laments a 'tough' weekend at Oulton Park. |
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Laverty closes on Cup title with Oulton double.
Jul 24, 2008 8:39:13 AM John Laverty scores a double Daily Star Cup win at Oulton Park, as well as an overall top ten result. |
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No victory repeat for Rutter at Oulton.
Jul 24, 2008 8:39:12 AM Traction woes hamper Mallory winner Michael Rutter at Oulton Park |
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Save time and money with a motorbike
Jul 24, 2008 8:29:34 AM Motorbike riders could spend less on their bills and less time travelling than their four-wheeled counterparts, the findings of a new study suggest. |
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Harley-Davidson reveals 2009 Tri Glide
Jul 24, 2008 8:29:33 AM Harley-Davidson has unveiled the Tri Glide - a three-wheeled version of its Ultra Classic tourer - as part of its 2009 line. |
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More Accurate Details on Garry McCoy’s Situation
Jul 24, 2008 8:26:37 AM Following on from the information supplied by the Triumph SC team press office we have received more accurate information on Garry McCoy situation, which has been supplied by Gemma, Garry’s girlfriend. |
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Update on Fabian Foret
Jul 24, 2008 8:26:36 AM This update has been sent to use from Fabian Foret (unofficially): |
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Pedrosa escapes with broken foot
Jul 24, 2008 7:26:20 AM World championship leader Valentino Rossi beats Casey Stoner in a spectacular US MotoGP at Laguna Seca. |
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Video: Diet Pepsi - Born To Be Wild
Jul 24, 2008 7:05:46 AM If I wasn't such a diehard Code fan, I'd go out and buy Diet Pepsi after seeing this funny TV ad. Good insertion into the motorcycle cult movie "Easy Rider".... nice ad! ...Advertisment: .. Motorbiker.org: database of 1,000+ movies with motorcycles in them |
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Honda Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Super Cub
Jul 24, 2008 5:42:30 AM July 23rd, 2008 by Paul Crowe - "The Kneeslider" We've mentioned a couple of times how many Super Cubs have been rolling off the assembly lines, first 50 million , then recently they passed 60 million and now ... |
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Stolen motorcycle found after 34 years in N.J.
Jul 24, 2008 1:40:53 AM Prosecutors say a Harley-Davidson motorcycle that was stolen nearly 34 years ago in Rhode Island has surfaced in central New Jersey. |
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Motorcycle Lifts: Air or Hydraulic
Jul 23, 2008 10:58:48 PM Check out the differences between air and hydraulic motorcycle lifts in this article. |
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Honda Super Cub Celebrates 50th Anniversary
Jul 23, 2008 9:25:14 PM 50 years is a long time in production... |
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AMA Sports Road Race Grand Championships set for September
Jul 23, 2008 8:55:52 PM Online registration now open. |
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Museum Classic: 1959 Manx Norton
Jul 23, 2008 8:55:51 PM The best of a British breed. |
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Stuck in Jakarta traffic? Hop on a limobike
Jul 23, 2008 8:39:02 PM It's a fast and fashionable way for Jakartans to beat the city's chronic gridlock: a limousine on two wheels. |
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Knee Injury Curtails 2008 Campaign for Cairoli
Jul 23, 2008 8:34:25 PM MX2-GP World Champion Antonio Cairoli has undergone surgery on his left knee after scans yesterday in Belgium revealed a damaged ACL. |
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Hungarian MotoGP to return?
Jul 23, 2008 7:28:17 PM MotoGP rights holders Dorna make proposal to take MotoGP to Hungary from 2009. |
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Motorcycle Legend Troy Bayliss Stops Traffic For Puma Ducati Footwear & Apparel
Jul 23, 2008 5:20:16 PM The fruits of PUMA’s collaboration with Ducati are now available in the UK and, to celebrate, 2006 Ducati Xerox World Superbike champion Troy Bayliss will stop London traffic! |
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Karl Harris replaces Fabien Foret in World Supersport for Brands Hatch
Jul 23, 2008 5:20:15 PM Three time British Supersport champion Karl Harris has signed up to the Yamaha World Supersport Team for the British round of the 2008 World Supersport Championship at Brands Hatch on 2nd August. |
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High Score
Jul 23, 2008 5:00:33 PM Too funny to make a comment (I'm ROFL).... ...Advertisment: .. Motorbiker.org: database of 1,000+ movies with motorcycles in them |
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2009 Harley Davidson V-Rod Muscle
Jul 23, 2008 4:37:27 PM July 22nd, 2008 by Paul Crowe - "The Kneeslider" Harley Davidson has introduced a new member of the V-Rod family, the V-Rod Muscle. |
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Hungarian MotoGP to return?.
Jul 23, 2008 4:26:57 PM MotoGP rights holders Dorna make proposal to take MotoGP to Hungary from 2009. |
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Man On Motorcycle Rides 120 km, Realizes He Forgot His Wife
Jul 23, 2008 12:59:06 PM What a way to keep the peace at home... a couple after filling up at a gas station left to continue their route. 120 kms further, the man discovers that his wife is no longer sitting behind him. Shocked he goes to the cops, to find out that she didn't fall... he just forgot her at the gas station. You can imagine the scene that evening at home.... ...Advertisment: .. Motorbiker.org: database of 1,000+ movies with motorcycles in them |
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Harley-Davidson introduces new touring chassis for 2009
Jul 23, 2008 12:35:59 PM The American Motorcyclist Association URL for this article: www.amadirectlink.com/news/2008/2009hd.asp New Harley-Davidson touring chassis for 2009 Posted July 22, 2008 An all-new chassis underpins ... |
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Lorenzo immobilised for ten days.
Jul 23, 2008 12:25:13 PM Jorge Lorenzo to wear cast on left foot while broken metatarsals recover. |
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Hungarian MotoGP Round to Run From 2009
Jul 23, 2008 12:04:00 PM MotoGP rights holders Dorna Sports S.L. have made a proposal to the FIM for the inclusion of a Hungarian Grand Prix event on the 2009 World Championship calendar. |
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Metatarsal Fractures Confirmed For Jorge Lorenzo
Jul 23, 2008 12:03:59 PM Jorge Lorenzo will be wearing a cast on his left foot for the next ten days, in order to recover from the clean fractures he sustained to his third, fourth and fifth metatarsal bones last Sunday. |
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Hungarian MotoGP Round to Run From 2009
Jul 23, 2008 11:56:49 AM MotoGP rights holders Dorna Sports S.L. have made a proposal to the FIM for the inclusion of a Hungarian Grand Prix event on the 2009 World Championship calendar. |
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Metatarsal Fractures Confirmed For Jorge Lorenzo
Jul 23, 2008 11:56:48 AM Jorge Lorenzo will be wearing a cast on his left foot for the next ten days, in order to recover from the clean fractures he sustained to his third, fourth and fifth metatarsal bones last Sunday. |
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GSE: WSBK is a possibility next year.
Jul 23, 2008 9:28:53 AM A decision on whether GSE Racing could make a return to the World Superbike Championship in 2009 is expected in the next few weeks |
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Colin Wright (Airwaves) QA.
Jul 23, 2008 9:28:52 AM Crash.net talks to Airwaves Ducati boss Colin Wright about the BSB season so far... |
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Ellison back on the podium at Oulton.
Jul 23, 2008 9:28:51 AM James Ellison moves up to sixth in the BSB standings after second and fifth place finish at Oulton Park. |
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Valentine applauds 'mature' Sykes
Jul 23, 2008 9:28:50 AM Rizla Suzuki boss Jack Valentine calls Tom Sykes mature after securing his first victory with a double at Oulton Park. |
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Drivers' insurance policy 'could be invalidated through poor vision'
Jul 23, 2008 8:23:02 AM Motorists whose eyesight is not up-to-standard could find that their bike insurance policies become compromised as a result, according to new research. |
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Licence plate theft warning for Gloucestershire drivers
Jul 23, 2008 8:23:01 AM People travelling on roads in Gloucestershire have been warned to make sure that their licence plates are fully secured, according to a local news source. |
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Peterborough drivers 'travelling without motor insurance'
Jul 23, 2008 8:23:00 AM Drivers in Peterborough are taking to roads in the region despite not having a proper motor insurance policy, it has been reported. |
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Fraudulent claims used to cover driver debt
Jul 23, 2008 8:22:59 AM People in the UK whose debts are out of control may be making fraudulent insurance claims to bail them out, according to a national cover body. |
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First man qualifies to teach bike safety
Jul 23, 2008 8:22:58 AM An ex-police advanced rider has become the first motorcycle instructor in the UK to complete tests that will permit him to offer the Driving Standards Agency's (DSA) Enhanced Rider Training Scheme. |
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Anglesey dispute over motorbike track
Jul 23, 2008 8:22:57 AM Motorbike enthusiasts in Anglesey are currently engaged in a dispute with people who claim that the only motorbike track on the island ruins the area's idyllic countryside. |
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Motorbike hotspot given go-ahead for show
Jul 23, 2008 8:22:56 AM An area voted one of the top-five locations by motorcycle enthusiasts has been given the go-ahead to host its own motorbike show. |
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Dangerous drivers to face more jail time
Jul 23, 2008 8:22:55 AM The Sentencing Guidelines Council has stated that motorists who cause death by dangerous driving should face tougher sentences. |
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Honda motorcycles to delight Dreamscape visitors
Jul 23, 2008 8:22:54 AM Motorcycle manufacturer Honda has announced that a range of its bikes will feature in the open air Live Action Arena - renamed "Dreamscape" - at the British Motor Show later this month. |
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Council fights to save bike training centre
Jul 23, 2008 8:22:53 AM Powys county council has announced that it intends to fight plans by the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) to close the only motorbike training centre in Mid Wales. |
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World's first four-wheeled motorbike
Jul 23, 2008 8:22:52 AM The world's first motorbike, the KTM X-Bow has recently been unveiled by an Austrian bike company. |
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Pirelli to supply WSB
Jul 23, 2008 8:22:51 AM Tyre manufacturer Pirelli has been confirmed as the official supplier to the Superbike World Championship (WSB) for another three years. |
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Couple to ride across the US and South America
Jul 23, 2008 8:22:50 AM A Scottish couple plan to ride across the Americas as part of a fundraising effort for SCIAF and the Yorkhill Sick Kids' Hospital in Glasgow. |
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Triumph Thunderbird 1600 cruiser unveiled
Jul 23, 2008 8:22:49 AM Triumph has unveiled its 2009 range of motorbikes, one of the highlights of which is the Thunderbird 1600 cruiser. |
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Motorbike prodigy finally allowed to train
Jul 23, 2008 8:22:48 AM A 15-year-old motorbike star has been offered free membership for a local gym, finally allowing him to train in the UK. |
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Over 300 attend annual bike show
Jul 23, 2008 8:22:47 AM Over 300 motorbike enthusiasts attended an annual bike show held by the 4Fs motorcycle club in Suffolk. |
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New Sound Limit for 2009 MX and SX
Jul 23, 2008 7:34:10 AM The American Motorcyclist Association announced that the 2009 Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, and the 2009 AMA Motocross Championship will adopt the FIM 94dBA sound standard. |
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Gerard Depardieu Launches Yamaha Motorcycle Dealership
Jul 23, 2008 6:56:56 AM Famous French A-list actor, Gerard Depardieu, has had his share of mishaps on motorcycles (partially due to his other business, that of wine making). Now his keen passion leads him into another business venture: Depardieu is opening a mega Yamaha motorcycle dealership. Let's hope he can keep both passions separated from now on.. for the sake of his customers. ...Advertisment: .. Motorbiker.org: database of 1,000+ movies with motorcycles in them |
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Buell Debuts Liquid-Cooled 1125CR for 2009
Jul 23, 2008 2:32:20 AM Buell Debuts Liquid-Cooled 1125CR for 2009 Press Release 2009 Buell Preview 7/22/2008 Check out the new 2009 Buell 1125CR. |
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Metzeler Lasertec Motorcycle Tires
Jul 23, 2008 1:20:16 AM Metzeler revives and old favorite. How do they stack up to modern rubber? |
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How Cool is the Kawasaki Versys
Jul 22, 2008 10:30:50 PM The Kawasaki Versys may just be my next motorcycle purchase. A little while back, I got the opportunity to actually sit on the seat of a Kawasaki Versys at a Kawasaki Dealership. |
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Harley-Davidson introduces new touring chassis for 2009
Jul 22, 2008 8:44:19 PM Other updates include new V-Rod Muscle, two new CVO models. |
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Soaring gas drives U.S. scooter sales
Jul 22, 2008 6:29:17 PM U.S. scooter sales have risen 65.7 per cent in the first half of 2008, according to the Motorcycle Industry Council, making the industry one of the biggest beneficiaries of a more than 30 per cent spike in oil ... |
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Haga fighting for second.
Jul 22, 2008 6:23:14 PM Noriyuki Haga lowers sights to 'improving championship position' in remaining rounds of 2008 World Superbike Championship. |
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WSS: Rea wins 'one round early'.
Jul 22, 2008 6:23:13 PM Johnny Rea takes first World Supersport victory by 0.020secs at Brno. |
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France: Road Kill On A Dramatic Increase
Jul 22, 2008 5:52:06 PM Road kill is on the increase in France. Currently, reports have reached the 25,000 accidents between motorcycles (and other vehicles) and animals. Wild boars represent 46% of the accidents. These small tanks are not scared of anything, and will charge a biker. ...Advertisment: .. Motorbiker.org: database of 1,000+ movies with motorcycles in them |
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New 1125CR joins Buell lineup for 2009
Jul 22, 2008 5:42:55 PM A liquid-cooled cafe racer for the 21st century. |
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Yamaha Signs Rossi and Edwards for More MotoGP
Jul 22, 2008 5:18:17 PM It wasn't a given, but Yamaha grabbed them before someone else could. |
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AMA cuts noise level to FIM standard.
Jul 22, 2008 5:16:56 PM AMA Motocross/Supercross to adopt the FIM's 94dBA sound linit. |
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Team USA goes green for 'Nations.
Jul 22, 2008 5:16:55 PM Team USA announces all-Kawasaki line-up for 2008 Motocross of Nations. |
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Spies shows potential with US GP eighth.
Jul 22, 2008 5:16:45 PM Ben Spies finishes eighth on his second MotoGP appearance, in Sunday's US Grand Prix at Laguna Seca. |
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Hacking 'thrilled' with MotoGP debut.
Jul 22, 2008 5:16:44 PM Jamie Hacking delights Kawasaki with an eleventh place finish on his MotoGP debut. |
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Good old days
Jul 22, 2008 4:16:27 PM How Rossi and Stoner took their rivalry to the next level |
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West 'needs to justify place in MotoGP'.
Jul 22, 2008 3:15:51 PM Kawasaki's Anthony West under pressure to 'justify his place in MotoGP' after another tough weekend. |
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Full slate of seminars on tap at AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days
Jul 22, 2008 2:41:34 PM From the history of Laverda to building cafe racers for dummies, there's something for everyone. |
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07.21.08 BMW Motorrad Fan Zone debuts in Canada
Jul 22, 2008 1:27:24 PM The BMW Motorrad Canada Canadian Thunder Race Team will be enjoying a new home for the remainder of the 2008 Parts Canada Superbike Championship. |
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Oulton bad luck strikes again for Crutchlow.
Jul 22, 2008 1:19:57 PM Cal Crutchlow fails to convert his pole position into a third win of the season at Oulton Park. |
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Pedrosa to try pneumatic at Brno test.
Jul 22, 2008 1:14:59 PM Injured MotoGP World Championship contender Dani Pedrosa to ride the pneumatic valve Honda RC212V at the Brno test on August 18-19. |
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Running Your Motorcycle on Ethanol - Bio Flex Power Kit
Jul 22, 2008 12:50:17 PM French engineering company, Thorn Bikes, is a firm believer in E85 fuel, an 85% ethanol and 15% gasoline fuel. far less expensive than normal fuel, 40% less CO2, it's one way of reducing pollution. They have manufactured a transformation kit for injection motorcycles, that should allow any injection motorcycle to run this kind of fuel. They believe so much in it, that they've entered a Honda CBR 1000 in the upcoming 24 hour endurance race, the Bol D'Or. Honda believe in it as well, since they've supplied the motorcycle, and Elf is backing them. Soon we'll be able to buy the kit. ...Advertisment: .. Motorbiker.org: database of 1,000+ movies with motorcycles in them |
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BSB qualifying to get F1-style makeover.
Jul 22, 2008 11:19:05 AM British Superbike qualifying to adopt F1-style 'knockout' system from Cadwell Park. |
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Burgess defends Rossi's overtaking.
Jul 22, 2008 11:14:07 AM Valentino Rossi's US Grand Prix overtaking moves 'seen every weekend' in the '80s and '90s. |
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Charley Boorman Completes Latest Epic Expedition By Any Means With Arrival In Sydney
Jul 22, 2008 10:05:00 AM Celebrity adventurer Charley Boorman today arrived in Sydney to complete his latest and most diverse expedition to date By Any Means. |
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Your Invitation To An Exclusive Dinner Date With Kevin Schwantz
Jul 22, 2008 10:04:59 AM To celebrate racing legend, Revvin’ Kevin Schwantz as guest of honour to the 15th Classic Motorcycle Mechanics show, sponsored by Carole Nash, Classic Bike Shows are offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for 34 super fans to enjoy a special evening with their racing hero. |
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Amor Gets Back to Winning Ways at Kells
Jul 22, 2008 10:04:58 AM Keith Amor enjoyed an excellent debut at the Kells road races on Sunday and the Falkirk ace was able to claim both of the Supersport 600cc races after hard fought battles with Ryan Farquhar. |
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Meredith, Conway Harley dealerships being sold
Jul 22, 2008 8:25:35 AM Meredith Harley-Davidson owners Herb and Linda Johnson are selling their Meredith and Conway dealerships to American Road Group, owned by Steve and Anna Deli. |
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Pastor Crashes Motorcycle During Service
Jul 22, 2008 7:48:29 AM A pastor in the USA wanted to show his congregation about unity, and decided to use his motorcycle. He wanted to show them that a motorcycle and its rider could be one. But he lost control of the bike, and crashed into the front row, braking his wrist. God moves in mysterious ways... ...Advertisment: .. Motorbiker.org: database of 1,000+ movies with motorcycles in them |
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More Motorcyle Deaths Reported
Jul 22, 2008 4:24:08 AM Motorcycle fatalities increased from 27 in 2002 to 36 in 2006 in W.Va. Motorcycle deaths nationwide have doubled in the last ten years. |
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North: The KTM Summer of Adventure Day 7: Mezadain Lake, BC to Watson Lake, YT
Jul 21, 2008 11:40:25 PM Camping wasn’t entirely horrible. The salvation from H.O.T. (Hell’s Own Tent) was the MEC sleeping bag and ground mat. Despite developing a bad list over the course of the evening, the H.O.T. did keep the mosquitoes out. No mean feat, at one point at night I woke up from a dream wondering why there was group of sportbikes running the highway at night. Only to realize the sound was masses of mosquitoes bumping against the mesh. |
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H-D Purchase of MV a Hot Topic
Jul 21, 2008 11:22:00 PM Harley-Davidson's plan to purchase Italian motorcycle manufacturer MV Agusta Group for 70 million has been a hot topic at industry water coolers. |
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2008 British Superbike Round 7 - Oulton Park
Jul 21, 2008 11:13:45 PM A surprise first win and double win! |
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AAA: Biker deaths on the rise in SC
Jul 21, 2008 7:20:33 PM Horry County has the most motorcycle crashes of all S.C. counties. Here are county statistics, provided by AAA Carolinas, from 2003 to 2007: 2003 Total crashes 284 Fatal crashes 20 2004 Total 316 Fatal 8 2005 ... |
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Barragan victorious, Cairoli injured.
Jul 21, 2008 6:06:45 PM Jonathan Barragan wins the MX1 Grand Prix of South Africa, defending MX2 world champion Antonio Cairoli injured. |
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Stewart wins wet and wild Unadilla.
Jul 21, 2008 6:06:44 PM James Stewart's unbeaten run continues - despite the best efforts of mother nature. |
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Mladin, Spies & Jordan Suzuki’s Yates Sweep Laguna Podium
Jul 21, 2008 5:55:06 PM Rockstar Makita Suzuki Factory Racing’s Mat Mladin celebrated his fifth AMA Superbike win of the year and his 68th such career victory at Monterey, California’s Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca on Sunday afternoon. |
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Toseland, Edwards left helpless.
Jul 21, 2008 5:06:10 PM Tech 3 Yamaha riders James Toseland and Colin Edwards limited by tyre problems at Laguna Seca. |
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