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Hayabusa sets speed record

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John Noonan took his Suzuki Hayabusa to a new speed record for a non-streamliner motorcycle of 259.393mph. Non streamliner means just that, John was sitting out there like the rest of us instead of being wrapped inside a two wheel tube. The Hayabusa displaced 1350cc and was running a supercharger. John set the record on Wednesday at the Bonneville Salt Flats. Nice run, … [Read more...]

Secret Moto Guzzi

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With all of the spy photographers hovering around the factories these days it's almost impossible to test new engine configurations without letting the cat out of the bag. The engineers at Moto Guzzi have come up with this ingenious test mule and no one ever notices. They're still working on high speed test facilities and a suspension unit but this will do in a pinch. … [Read more...]

Moto Guzzi Griso

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The new Moto Guzzi Griso has finally been introduced. It seems like this one has been coming forever. Now that it's here it looks pretty nice. Powered by the 1100 (1064cc) transverse V-twin engine it appeals to a variety of riders. A 2 into 1 exhaust, six speed transmission, LED taillight, shaft drive, just a nice Guzzi all around. Not sure which countries will see it … [Read more...]

Private transportation saves lives

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For those of us who really like motor vehicles and often own several, I found this article extremely interesting. When looking at the recent hurricane and examining why so many people were stuck and left behind, rather than blaming a lot of different people or government agencies, you can look at one simple fact: Most of the people that had their own vehicles simply left, those … [Read more...]

Honda Gold Wing gets airbag

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Honda has come out with the first airbag for motorcycles. From Honda Press Release: Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today announced it has succeeded in developing the world's first production motorcycle airbag system. The new system, which can help lessen the severity of injuries caused by frontal collisions, is to be made available on the new Gold Wing motorcycle scheduled for … [Read more...]