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Moto Guzzi Eldorado| 2015 new motorcycles
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The new Moto Guzzi Eldorado uses the 90° V-twin in a ‘modern and luxurious interpretation’ of the 850 from the ‘70s. 16” spoked wheels carry whitewall tyres, combined with LED lights and a 21litre tank feeding a massive, traction-controlled 89lb-ft at just 2750rpm through the shaft drive. Here’s what the press release had to…
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Kawasaki Z250SL | 2015 new motorcycles
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The Kawasaki’s Z250SL is the latest addition to the Supernaked Z series… Powered by a 249 cm3 4-stroke Single cylinder engine making 28bhp@9700rpm and 17lb-ft@8200rpm, mounted in a trellis frame, the newest Z offers sporty performance in a slim, lightweight and compact package. Designed for the sports-minded urban commuter, this light, racy machine offers competitive Ninja-based performance,…
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Kawasaki Z300 | 2015 new motorcycles
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Based on the Ninja 300, the Kawasaki Z300 carries the same 38bhp@11,000rpm / 20lb-ft@10,000rpm 296cc parallel-twin in a naked chassis. ABS will be an optional extra, and the new-rider-friendly bikes will feature petal discs, flat bars and 37mm forks. Here’s what the press release had to say… EICMA 2014 is an important event for the…
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Kawasaki 1400GTR | 2015 new motorcycles
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Using a power plant based on the ZZR1400 engine making 160bhp@8800rpm (with ram-air) and 83lb-ft@6200rpm, the new Kawasaki 1400GTR has an all-new sculpted saddle for an easier reach to the ground, along with a wider, flatter and more supportive pillion seat. The bike also feature keyless ignition, adjustable screen, traction control, tyre pressure monitors, power…
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Kawasaki Ninja H2 ZX1000M: Capable of 209mph | 2015 new motorcycles
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After the excitement surrounding the track-based H2R, the road-going Kawasaki H2 is here, and we can reveal that it’s capable of an incredible top speed of 209.2mph. In 1999, Suzuki’s first Hayabusa was clocked on track at 200.1mph, and its gearing pointed to a possible top speed of 200.7mph at the 10,800rpm rev limit. The…
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Yamaha TMAX | 2015 new motorcycles
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The popular 530cc two-cylinder four-stroke Yamaha TMAX maxi-scooter has been redesigned, with new LED dual headlights, a new front cowl, 41mm upside down forks, radial four-pot calipers, a 12V power socket and a keyless ignition/immobiliser. The TMAX Iron is a special edition with gold forks and caliper caps, exclusive seat, matt black wheels and aluminium…
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Yamaha R1 | 2015 new motorcycles
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The 2015 Yamaha R1 is a bike designed from scratch to reinvigorate the flagging supersport market by offering an experience as close as possible to the MotoGP YZR-M1. The four-cylinder crossplane engine makes 200bhp@13,500rpm and 83lb-ft@10,000rpm (before taking into account ram-air) in an incredibly light 199kg wet weight. Advanced computer control makes this exciting power-to-weight…
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John Ingram Wins Bennetts-backed Mallory Park – Race of the Year
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Morello Kawasaki rider John Ingram secured victory in yesterday’s Bennetts-backed 2014 Superbike Race of the Year event at Mallory Park in Leicestershire. The 39-year-old from Wigan qualified in second position, taking victory in the 15-lap race from fellow Kawasaki rider James Rose, with Suzuki-mounted Sam Hornsey completing the podium. The prestigious event, first hosted…
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2015 Honda Crossrunner VFR800X review
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Honda Crossrunner VFR800X | £10,229 | 105bhp@10,500rpm | 55lb-ft@8500rpm | liquid-cooled 90° V-4 Tested by Simon Hargreaves Photography by Honda The Honda Crossrunner, launched in 2011, was a recycled VFR800 engine and chassis with bland supermoto/adventure Euro-styling. Dynamically a good bike, it never caught on. The 2015 Crossrunner uses the revamped VFR800F engine and chassis, but…
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ECE approved Torpedo LED Lights from Küryakyn
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Küryakyn has just launched a range of ECE approved Torpedo LED lights and run-turn-brake lights for all universal 12V applications. The streamline torpedo-shaped housing measures 70mm long with a 45mm diameter. There is a choice of two versions available – single-function amber versions are designed to be used as turn indicators either on the…
