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Norton Kawasaki 2 Stroke Cafe Racer – Norasaki

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After my review a few weeks ago of Cafe Racer: the Motorcycle, Kim Scholer, one of our regulars, sent along this photo of a featherbed framed Kawasaki triple. The featherbed frame has seen a lot of engine transplants, singles, twins of all types and Triumph triples, among others, but I can't recall ever seeing a Kawasaki 2 stroke triple. The Kawasaki triples were not known for … [Read more...]

Cardboard Motorcycles and Scooters

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As the weather turns a bit chilly and you're looking for an indoor hobby, how about building a motorcycle in your living room where it's warm or maybe the spare bedroom? Before your significant other starts threatening to kick your butt out into that cold garage, explain it's just a cardboard sculpture and besides, you're doing your part to recycle at the same time. Along … [Read more...]

Harley Davidson XR1200 Now Officially Official

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We noted a week ago that you could order your new Harley Davidson XR1200 but the Motor company was doing everything under the radar, only dealers were officially notified. Even before today's "official" release, according to Harley, hundreds have already been ordered. Like I mentioned last week, these will go quickly. The now official press release follows: MILWAUKEE (Dec. … [Read more...]

Ritmo Sereno Japanese Style European Customs

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If the Japanese style customs of Bratstyle or Gravel Crew get your juices flowing, here's a look at what another Japanese company is doing with European bikes like Moto Guzzis, BMWs and even old BSAs and more. Ritmo Sereno is the place and from what I can tell (the site is all Japanese) they both manufacture their own parts and source a selection of proper pieces to turn your … [Read more...]

Hyde Harrier Jubilee From Norman Hyde

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Norman Hyde has been offering all sorts of Triumph spares and accessories since 1976. In 1987, he built the first Harris framed Hyde Harrier that could be powered by a either Triumph triple or a Bonneville twin. It was very well received and he still offers the kit. To celebrate the 21st anniversary of the Hyde Harrier and the 50th anniversary of the Triumph Bonneville, he once … [Read more...]