Latest Motorbikes News 
Honda develops electronically-controlled combined ABS system for sports bikes
Honda has announced its development of an electronically-controlled combined ABS system developed specifically for sports bikes. At a European Technical Workshop focusing on motorcycle safety at the LUK Driving Centre near Baden-Baden in Germany, Honda hosted over 150 motorcycle experts from across Europe to discuss varied safety issues concerning motorcycling, as well as demonstrate current and future initiatives which highlight Honda’s conti... [more]
Yamaha offers 0% finance and cash back on YZF-R1, R6 and FZ motorbikes
Yamaha are offering 0% finance on certain models, but in addition to that benefit, customers that buy the YZF-R1, R6 or one of the 7 strong range of FZ machines, will benefit from a very handy cash back cheque, sent direct to their door. The R-Series Supersport machines, the YZF-R1 and R6, come complete with a cash back of £500. For those cuxtomers that prefer a less frantic pace, the FZ-Series comes with a £350 cash back. Whatever you choose,... [more]
Record numbers of people expected to take motorcycle tests ahead of changes in test procedures
Launching its Now’s the Time campaign to raise awareness of the test changes, the Motor Cycle Industry Association (MCIA) is predicting a surge in people applying for theory, compulsory basic tests (CBT), full tests and direct access tests before the changes come into force in October this year. Record numbers of people are expected to take scooter and motorcycle tests this year ahead of changes in test procedures that will make it more comple... [more]
Suzuki publishes 2008 Motorcycle Accessory Brochure
The new 2008 Suzuki Motorcycle Accessory Brochure has been published, with over 160 new items added from last years catalogue, including some completely new lines and ranges. The 2008 brochure not only details model specific parts, but also includes bespoke riding gear from partners such as Italian legend Dainese, Suzuki’s very own Hamamatsu casual clothing range, along with the racing fans favourites from the Rizla Suzuki and Relentless Suzuk... [more]
Motorcycles 50 times more dangerous than cars
According to the latest Department for Transport (DoT), road accidents kill almost half as many motorcycle riders as car drivers and passengers, even though motorcycles account for less than 4% of vehicles on Britain’s roads. Whilst fatality rates for all other types of transport have dropped considerably over the past 25 years, the risk level for motorcycles has remained relatively stable. The DoT figures show that 6,484 motorcycle users were... [more]
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Age no barrier as 70-something Americans cross US on motorbikes (AFP via Yahoo! News)In this age of high petrol prices and youth culture, two big-cylinder-motorcycle-loving septuagenarians threw out caution for a cross-country road trip. |
Emissions test for motorbikes being discussed (Vietnam Net)VietNamNet Bridge – The Transport Ministry has finalised a plan on testing for exhaust fumes discharged by motorbikes in Vietnam to submit to the government this October. If the plan is approved it would be applied in June 2009. |
Age no barrier as 70-something Americans cross US on motorbikes (TODAYonline)Motorcycle enthusiasts Buddy Rosenbaum (left), 71,and Bob Chase, 72. In this age of high petrol prices and youth culture, two big-cylinder-motorcycle-loving septuagenarians threw out caution for a cross-country road trip. |
Strike kills 2 Afghan tribal leaders, NATO says (International Herald Tribune)U.S. and Afghan special forces killed two key tribal leaders and a number of their followers in western Afghanistan in a joint airborne operation Wednesday, officials said. |
Motorbikes could be seized in police swoop (Burnley Today)A MOTORCYCLE crackdown has been launched in the Barclay and Griffin areas of Burnley. (17/07/2008 10:52:13) |
Obama, McCain Plans on Afghan Surge Need Pakistan (Bloomberg via Yahoo! News)July 18 (Bloomberg) -- Barack Obama and John McCain, in a rare note of harmony on national security, both want a surge of troops into Afghanistan. Experts say adding forces won't help much in combating insurgents unless Pakistan joins the fight. |
$4 gas is making it cool again to own a scooter (St. Louis Post-Dispatch)Three-dollar gas made them look. Four-dollar gas made them buy. Scooter dealers report a run on the cycles this summer as motorists move beyond grumbling about soaring fuel costs to buying vehicles that stretch a gallon of gas for 60 to 100 miles. |
Tributes paid to killed friends (BBC News)Tributes are paid to two school friends who died when their motorbikes crashed on a Herefordshire road. |
Don't Miss: Motorbikes, festivals and (mostly) disappointing movies (Prague Daily Monitor)Brno hosts a Superbike World Championship 2008 race next weekend. The third week of July offers motorbike races and a number of festivals – all of them outdoors. Weathermen offer rain and more rain. |
Motorbikes bad for the environment? (KBCI Boise)Y ou may have noticed as gas prices skyrocket so have sales of scooters and motorcycles , but these two-wheelers might be saving you gas and at the same time, hurting the environment. |
