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Speed limiters on the way out?

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When I pointed out the derestrictors you're able to buy for various motorcycles to get around the built in top speed limitations, I also mentioned the fact that these only exist because of certain "gentlemen's agreements" where all the makers agreed to the same thing. Now comes word that German car manufacturers are planning to do away with the automotive 155mph limit (free … [Read more...]

TVR buying Benelli

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The Italian maker of superbikes and scooters and who recently has been trying to get moving again with bikes like the Tornado, Benelli is reportedly being purchased by TVR, the British sports car manufacturer. The Russian owner of TVR is said to be planning the use of the British plant for making motorcycle parts. Benelli had the other straight six engine back in the '60s when … [Read more...]

E plates – license plates with RFID

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Just a few days ago I mentioned electronic monitors for insurance purposes, if the company knows how fast you drive and when you drive, you can get an insurance discount if you follow the rules. Now we have e-plate, a license plate with an RFID tag implanted that can transmit data over 300 feet. Being tested in the U.K., U.S officials are showing signs of interest. The … [Read more...]

Dynomation engine simulation software

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When you try to get the last bit of horsepower out of your Hayabusa, it might help if you understand what's going on inside. More boost and a double shot works for a little while but when you're gathering up the shattered remains of your engine you might think about learning about things like gas pressure and flow velocity, runner lengths, port taper angles, header tubing and … [Read more...]

Baby Grand motorcycle powered cars

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A person might think Hayabusa powered Mini's and GSX-R Smart cars are what you get when you think about motorcycle power. A reader of The Kneeslider reminds us that the land of NASCAR has its own version of things called Baby Grand Racing. These 2/3 scale cars are replicas of Nextel Cup racers and use Yamaha XJR1300 engines with about 125hp. Bodies are just like their big … [Read more...]

John Britten 10 years later

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Yesterday's post about the Britten for sale is even more interesting since the 10th anniversary of John Britten's very premature passing is September 5th. The particular bike for sale is number 8, now owned by a Californian and I believe the one ridden by Andrew Stroud at Daytona. John Britten was a great example of those that do instead of talk and his V1000 a stunning … [Read more...]