Ross Mowbray
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VIDEO: Suzuki KATANA in ACTION. Nobuatsu Aoki’s FIRST impressions.
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Suzuki Japan has just released a short video, giving us the first glimpse of its new 2019 Katana in action. And it’s been ridden by ex-MotoGP rider Nobuatsu Aoki. Ok, so it’s worth noting that this video has been made by Suzuki – so it’s not a massive surprise to hear Aoki’s overwhelmingly positive impressions…
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NEW COLOURS for Suzuki’s GSX-S1000F, GSX-S1000 and GSX-S750.
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Suzuki Japan has just unveiled a range of new colours for its GSX-S1000F. GSX-S1000 and GSX-S750 – and our friends Young Machine has fired over some images, to give us one of the first looks at the updated machines. And here they are… Suzuki GSX-S1000F Suzuki GSX-S1000 Suzuki GSX-S750 At this stage there’s been no official…
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TYGA’s Honda RS250R project. Grand Prix RACE bike for the ROAD.
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Thailand based Tyga Performance has made a name for itself over the last twenty years, since its inception, with its eclectic mix of race-oriented parts, accessories and full bodywork kits – and it’s just unveiled its latest project, a super trick Honda RS250R that’s been kitted out for the road. Very cool. Historically, Tyga’s projects…
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VIDEO: Marc Marquez makes MUSIC with a Honda X-ADV.
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Marc Marquez has joined forces with DJ Roger Wid to create an electronic music track, using samples of a Honda X-ADV in action. Have you ever thought about making a piece of music with your bike? Chances are you probably haven’t. But that’s exactly what MotoGP champion Marc Marquez has done with a Honda X-ADV…
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PATENT reveals Kawasaki is working on an ELECTRIC motor. AND it’ll be LIQUID COOLED.
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Patent drawings have emerged which confirm that Kawasaki is working on an electric motor – suggesting that the Japanese factory probably isn’t too far away from unveiling its first electric motorcycle. Admittedly, a patent application doesn’t necessarily mean that the technology will make it into series production. But at the very least, we know Kawasaki’s working…
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Suzuki files PATENT for an upside-down engine.
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Suzuki has filed a new patent in Japan – and it shows a bike’s entire engine and transmission flipped into a different position. But why? Well, according to the patent application, the USD layout would allow for a shorter wheelbase – which should help to improve handling – while making room for a longer swingarm…
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NEW COLOURS for Yamaha’s Tracer 900 and Tracer 900 GT.
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Yamaha Japan has just unveiled a new colour scheme for its Tracer 900 and Tracer 900 GT sport touring machines – and Young Machine has fired over some images to give us one of the first looks at Yamaha’s updated machines. The updated model features a grey base, with a red accent – the wheels…
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NEW GEAR: Michelin’s retrofit TYRE pressure management system.
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Tyres in poor condition are the second most common mechanical defect contributing to motorcycle accidents – and that’s why Michelin has just launched its first tyre pressure management system for motorcycles, mopeds and scooters. Created by British technology firm Fit2Go TPMS – a global licensee for Michelin – the new ‘plug and play’ retrofit kit…
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RMK’s revolutionary HUBLESS electric motorcycle; the E2.
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Finnish technology start-up RMK has announced it’s now taking pre-orders for its E2 electric motorcycle – which features a revolutionary hubless wheel design. Blending traditional cruiser and roadster styling and ergonomics with thoroughly modern technology, RMK’s E2 electric motorcycle is driven by a rear rim-mounted motor with a hubless design. It’s a clever idea –…
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Ducati’s CEO “Racing in Moto3 makes sense – but it is not a priority for us.”
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Ducati’s CEO Claudio Domenicali has been speaking about the possibility of Ducati making the move into Moto3 – and although he sees the value, he’s said it’s not going to happen too soon. It’s well documented that Ducati race manager Gigi Dall’Igna has expressed a desire to expand the Ducati Racing project to include Moto3.…
