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Superbikes and the pursuit of speed

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The Daytona tire tests this year are a hoot since many riders have commented on what it's like to ride the high banks. Neil Hodgson has made several "Oh my god!" type of statements and everyone is saying the speeds and edge of control feeling concentrates your thoughts like nothing else. … [Read more...]

Mat Mladin crashes during testing

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Defending 5 time AMA Superbike champion Mat Mladin, crashed his Yoshimura Suzuki while testing at the Daytona speedway. The course layout has been changed this year to increase safety however a series of crashes this week make you wonder if it has helped or hindered. Mladin has been very concerned in past years about safety at Daytona. He seems to be ok but will most likely not … [Read more...]

The Tweel, lasts forever

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Since we're on the subject of tire testing, here's something to think about. Michelin introduced the Tweel at the Paris Auto Show. It's an all in one wheel and tire with a replaceable tread. No air is needed, ever. It looks odd but, like any other technology, once you get used to it the appearance is perfectly normal. The Tweel still needs work before it can be used on cars but … [Read more...]

Daytona Tire Testing

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We just got past the holidays and the teams are already testing on the high banks of Daytona. I love it! Makes me think riding season isn't really that far away. Neil Hodgson is no stranger to high speeds and competition, but he hasn't been to Daytona for some time. It got his attention: I’m not afraid to say, it’s scary as hell. I said to my mechanic, in Barcelona I did … [Read more...]

Peel Off Paint

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Though not available yet in the US, a company in the Netherlands has produced a peelable paint called Maskin. It comes in eight colors. So, you can't decide what color you want on your bike, just paint it red, ride around, peel it off and paint it blue. Lather, rinse, repeat. … [Read more...]