Tony Carter
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Project Livewire – we ride the Harley-Davidson electric motorcycle
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Rain was covering my visor; it was blind apex after hairpin turn. All I wanted to do was wind back the throttle to hear the noise of this prototype machine, to hear that jet engine whoosh again before they took the bike off me. And that’s something I never thought I would say about an…
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SW Motech accessories for Tiger 800XC/XCx/XCa
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SW Motech accessories for Tiger 800XC/XCx/XCa RRP: Various Info: www.motohaus.com / 01256 704909 SW Motech has introduced a comprehensive range of accessories for the Triumph 800XC/XCx/XCa adventure bike. Trax Adventure Panniers and rack kit RRP: £667.91 Their Trax Adventure Panniers are made from lightweight, powder-coated aluminum.…
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Breakdowns are the biggest causes of road closures in England
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The Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) has discovered that more than 40% of all motorway and major A road lane closures in England in 2014 were caused by vehicle breakdowns – and 122 unsupervised children caused them to be shut too. In total there were 443,590 lane closures on motorways and primary A roads…
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ARMR TSUMA textile motorcycle jacket
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The shell of the new ARMR TSUMA textile motorcycle jacket is made from 600DN POLY TECH and has CE approved, height-adjustable armour on the shoulders, elbows and forearms. Scotchlite and Vision Tech reflective panels are featured throughout for increased visibility. All zips are YKK with rubber pull tags and the ones on the chest…
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Yamaha NMAX – New urban 125cc scooter from Yamaha
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Yamaha has launched a brand new entry-level, 125cc scooter which they say offers ‘charismatic, sporty style together with lively engine performance, premium class comfort and remarkable fuel economy’. It’s powered by a single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 125cc engine and produces 12bhp @ 7500rpm of power and 8.6lb-ft @ 7250rpm of torque. It features a four-valve cylinder…
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Oxford Products launch aqua motorcycle riding hoody
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Oxford Products has launched an aqua motorcycle riding hoody which is aramid reinforced and features removable CE elbow armour. It’s priced at £119.99 and is available is sizes S-4XL. It features a waterproof membrane and has provision for a back protector to be added – which is available to buy separately. For more info, visit: www.oxprod.com…
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Triumph 25th Anniversary celebrations begin
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On May 23, Triumph dealerships across the country will host a National Dealer Open Day to kick off the Hinckley-based firm’s 25th Anniversary celebrations. As well being able to see Triumphs latest machines, riders will be able to see some of the brands most impressive models from the past 25 years, thanks to hundreds…
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Victory electric race motorcycle to compete at the Isle of Man TT
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Victory Motorcycles has announced their intention to race at the iconic International Isle of Man Tourist Trophy (TT) event on a prototype Victory electric race motorcycle. The prototype electric race bikes will be piloted by William Dunlop of the legendary Dunlop dynasty and by Lee Johnston known in the racing world as “General Lee”. Victory…
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Free accessories when you buy the new Aprilia Caponord Rally, Shiver and Dorsoduro
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Bag yourself some free accessories when you purchase the Aprilia Caponord Rally, Shiver or Dorsoduro. If you buy and take delivery of a brand new Aprilia Caponord Rally before June 30, 2015, you’ll receive a complimentary accessories package worth over £630 which includes a 52-litre top box, carrier, tank bag and tank cover. Buyers of…
