The Kneeslider

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Unexpected biodiesel hazards

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As we move bravely forward into the era of alternative fuels, there are dangers that await. Picture yourself riding through a national park on your new diesel motorcycle and because you're very "green" in your thinking, you use biodiesel to power your bike. Since biodiesel is often made from discarded cooking oil, the aroma trail your bike leaves is slightly reminiscent of … [Read more...]

More Electric Motorcycles

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Mike, from electricmotorcycles.net, wanted to point out what an electric burnout looks like with this video. Doesn't look like the old, slow electric scooters you might have in mind. Mike has a pretty neat site that covers electric motorcycles, so if you would like to know more, be sure to check it out. Also, be sure to check out this electric motorcycle drag racer from … [Read more...]

Anaconda Trike

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You found your soul mate, the wedding is all that's left but you need the right limo for the wedding party. Since everyone rides, what do you do? The Anaconda trike might be just the ticket. … [Read more...]

Texas Hardtails reality TV

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Looks like the Speed Channel is getting into chopper reality shows, I guess they saw one too many American Choppers and said, "Hey, we can do that, too." The new show, Texas Hardtails, is based at Rick Fairless' Strokers Dallas. Rick has quite an operation building choppers, selling bikes, parts and apparel and he runs Strokers Ice House, a combination restaurant and bar. … [Read more...]

Hit-Air Air Bag Jacket

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Cars have airbags, why not motorcycles? Well, there's the issue of where would you put it and of course, riders often separate from their bike when an accident occurs. Mugen Denko of Japan created the Hit Air jacket to solve those problems. It's a jacket system that has armor for places like shoulders and elbows and an inflatable bladder that protects the neck, chest, back and … [Read more...]