The Kneeslider

Doers Builders and Positive People

2008 Kawasaki 250R Gets Redesigned

By

The 2008 Kawasaki 250R has been redesigned and it looks good. The 250R makes a great entry level ride and it doesn't lack for performance either, plus it's the only 250cc sportbike for sale over here in the states. You get a 249cc DOHC parallel twin with a six speed transmission, great handling, high mileage and all for $3500. The little Ninja now looks a lot more like its … [Read more...]

2008 Kawasaki ZX-14 Gets More Power

By

For the truly power hungry, Kawasaki is adding even more to their premier power monster, the 2008 ZX-14. While refining the engine to meet strict noise and emission regulations, they actually increased power. On top of that, the frame is lighter, too. Lots of changes throughout. From the Kawasaki press release: Every champion knows sustained dominance is only possible … [Read more...]

Honda Gold Wing Quad from Hannigan Motorsports

By

How about a Honda Gold Wing quad? Dave Hannigan just introduced a 2 wheel front end to replace the standard Gold Wing's single front wheel, which, when added to the usual trike setup gives you one large and luxurious quad. I talked to Dave Hannigan of Hannigan Motorsports recently about what he calls his HRT Roadster. Dave sells quite a few Gold Wing trikes of the usual … [Read more...]

Ducati CBX Custom by Dan Uhing

By

Flipping through the new October Motorcyclist magazine I saw this very sweet Ducati / Honda CBX custom. It's the work of Dan Uhing of Nebraska who owns quite a few CBXs and got the desire to do a special. The Europeans do their share but he didn't like the flip up tail that seems common on much of the work over there. Instead of going that route he bought a lot of Ducati parts … [Read more...]

Honda EVO6, CB1100R, and CB1100F Concepts

By

Honda announced the lineup of prototype, pre release and other exhibition models scheduled for display at the 40th Tokyo Motor Show to be held at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan from Saturday, October 27 to Sunday, November 11, 2007. The prototypes shown here, the EVO6, CB1100R and CB1100F look like they could be put into production without a whole lot of changes. Though … [Read more...]