The Kneeslider

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1990 Honda GB500 TT

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When the GB500 first came out, I thought about buying one, but passed on the opportunity, only to see them discontinued almost as quickly as they appeared in the Honda line up. I just spotted this one on eBay looking brand new and, with only 28 miles, it practically is. They're favorites among those who own them and if you ever thought you might like to add one to your … [Read more...]

New GM and Chrysler Pickups May Expand Demand for Natural Gas Refueling

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While everyone is waiting for some battery breakthrough to push electric vehicles into the mainstream, GM and Chrysler just announced upcoming bi-fuel pickup trucks, that could have an impact of a different sort. These new pickups won't use ethanol as their alternate fuel, it will be compressed natural gas and this could be a big deal. While there already are a lot of heavy … [Read more...]

1909 Torpedo V4 Replica by Pavel Malaník

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Building replicas of antique motorcycles can be a challenge, but when the prototype was built as a one off promotional model and the whereabouts of the original, if it still exists, is unknown, it's going to be infinitely more difficult. Pavel Malaník, who evidently has some experience building this sort of machinery, put together this absolutely wonderful 1909 Torpedo … [Read more...]

Is Hero MotoCorp Eyeing Ducati? – Updated

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Just a couple of weeks ago, word got out that Ducati is looking for a buyer, possibly considering Volkswagen and BMW as potential suitors. Then a week ago, up pops Hero MotoCorp in a relationship with Erik Buell Racing, showing they have intentions beyond the small displacement motorcycles they're currently known for. Now, in what has to be one of the more surprising … [Read more...]

Are You a Stereotypical Motorcycle Rider?

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Ask your non riding friends to describe the typical motorcycle rider, or better yet, ask someone who doesn't know that you ride, to do the same. Do you recognize the person they're talking about? Once you've been riding for any length of time, it quickly becomes clear there is no average rider, no "typical" job, education, age, socio-economic status or lifestyle that sets … [Read more...]

Help Study Motorcycle Safety with the MSF and Virginia Tech

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Have you ever looked at detailed statistics from a motorcycle study and wondered, "Why don't they ever ask me?" or "How can I participate?" Well, wonder no more, now we're asking. I got a call from the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) yesterday about a study they are doing in conjunction with the Motorcycle Safety Foundation. It's a long term, comprehensive study … [Read more...]