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BMW M6 races Honda and Suzuki

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Speedometers sometimes read a bit high when they get to the high end of the dial but this video shows a BMW M6 flat out against a Honda CBR1000RR and a Suzuki GSXR1000. The BMW indicates 330kmh (205mph) as he rolls past the bikes. OK, car wins this one. Now, where are the turbo and nitrous Hayabusas when you need one? Usual disclaimers, don't try this, etc., etc. video no … [Read more...]

Micro sized internal combustion engine

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We keep hearing about how fuel cells can replace batteries, well how about replacing them with little engines? REALLY little, teeny, tiny little engines. Liquid hydrocarbon fuels are really energy dense which is why all of those batteries and fuel cells are having a hard time serving as substitutes since you need a lot more hydrogen or whatever else to make up for a small … [Read more...]

Honda Gold Wing powered GRX

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Another design in the Michelin Challenge Design 2006 is this entry from Honda. The GRX is powered by the 1500cc six cylinder engine used in the Honda Gold Wing. (Thanks, Aaron, for pointing that out.) We like motorcycle powered cars a lot here at The Kneeslider, and this is an example of what happens when you put the corporate design team to work on the idea. For some time … [Read more...]

Hyanide and Baal – all terrain motorcycles

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Here's some creative thinking for motorcycling off road, it's a tracked motorcycle. Ready to do battle with sand, snow or anything else, the Hyanide and Baal design concepts are part of the Michelin Challenge Design 2006 that's taking place at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Both the Hyanide and Baal designs are based on a bendable rubber track. The … [Read more...]

Ultralight Flying Scooter

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You, too, can "slip the surly bonds of earth" with this Honda Ruckus scooter and powered paraglider combination. The Ultralight Flying Scooter folks will sell you this add on kit for your 2006 Honda Ruckus giving it the ability to fly. I actually came across this last year but the web site had no actual photos or video showing it in the air so I was a little reluctant to … [Read more...]

Barrett Jackson this weekend, some motorcycles included

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The Barrett Jackson auction from Scottsdale, Arizona is on TV this weekend and if you need an excuse to tune in, some motorcycles are included. They have a few old Vespas, some custom choppers and an old Triumph or two. I don't think it's necessarily the best place to sell an old bike but they show up on the list and when you get the auction feeding frenzy that often takes … [Read more...]