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D650A1 Bulldog diesel motorcycle prices set

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Hayes Diversified Technologies, makers of the D650A1 Bulldog diesel motorcycle have announced pricing and ordering details for the Bulldog. It's a little pricey but diesels ordinarily command a premium in other vehicles, too, combined with high demand along with development costs to consider so it's not too surprising. They're also including things like a special bomber jacket, … [Read more...]

Yamaha suing Patriot Motorcycles over Yamoto

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There's an interesting lawsuit going on between Yamaha Motor Corporation and Patriot Motorcycles Corporation over the offroad motorcycles and ATVs sold by Patriot under the Yamoto brand name. Yamoto is a Chinese company making what is alleged to be a knockoff of Yamaha motorcycles, using both a similar name, design and color scheme that Yamaha says is intended to confuse the … [Read more...]

Ducati Superbike 999R Xerox

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We previously mentioned this Xerox replica 999R, here are the full details just released: The 999R Xerox is a special series motorcycle with a wide range of features that distinguish it from the standard 999R model, such as Öhlins forks with black sleeves, anodised black footpegs and top yoke, Öhlins 'Racing' rear suspension with double damping adjuster in compression, … [Read more...]

Ducati Monster S4Rs Testastretta

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Ducati introduces the new Monster S4Rs powered by the Testastretta engine. Press release follows: The legendary Testastretta engine now powers the leading street fighter motorcycle. Designed with the most experienced riders in mind, who expect the best in terms of technology, performance and componentry, the Monster S4Rs sets a new standard in the category, benefiting from … [Read more...]

Ducati Hypermotard

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Ducati has just released their new 1000cc Hypermotard concept. Looks very nice. Press release follows: The Ducati Hypermotard attacks urban canyons and carves up mountain passes with total abandon. High performance starts with attitude. Stripped down to its essentials, the Hypermotard is an extreme performance, totally over-the-top motorcycle. Its purpose is single minded … [Read more...]

Motoczysz comments from Michael Czysz

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Michael Czysz stopped by yesterday to fill in a few more details on both the next generation of the Motoczysz C1 and the all new 600cc engine project. Please be sure to read the article and comments to get the perspective of those most closely involved. … [Read more...]