The Kneeslider

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Rediscovering the Value and Deep Satisfaction of Highly Skilled Hands on Work

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Do you like working with your hands? I bet quite a few of you do but you might be surprised to find not everyone understands the attraction. There's a growing resurgence in respect for this type of work, for the value it delivers, the feeling of pride among those who practice it and, not a small thing these days, the knowledge that it can't be done by someone thousands of miles … [Read more...]

Mission One Now a Full Fairing Electric Racer

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Mission Motors has been refining the Mission One electric motorcycle in preparation for the TTXGP and they've added a full fairing to help with the expected high speeds of the TT course. Unlike many racetracks with lots of turns and shorter straights, the TT course allows a lot of high speed and wind resistance will play a significant role. Mission Motors had another obvious … [Read more...]

2008 Honda CBR1000RR Hose Clamp Recall

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Honda has issued a recall for the 2008 CBR1000RR for a problem with a water pump hose clamp. Please read the details below. Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) Model Year: 2008 Models affected: CBR1000RR NHTSA Campaign Number: 09V174000 Potential Units Affected: 12894 Problem: Honda is recalling 12,894 model year 2008 CBR1000RR motorcycles. A coolant hose … [Read more...]

Revolution-1 V-Rod Custom from Wonder Customs

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Got a note from Jason Wonder about his just completed Revolution-1 custom based around a V-Rod engine. It's looks lighter and is lighter than a standard V-Rod, coming in at 460 pounds wet. The custom hardtail frame mounts a suspended seat at 28 1/2 inches on a 67 inch wheelbase. The engine is basically stock except he added velocity stacks and a big external fuel pump. The … [Read more...]