Second Annual ‘Hot Shoe’ Hall of Fame Event Includes Lineup of Racing Icons
Here in the good country of America, riders line up to pay homage to our history’s daredevil racers and their colorful careers at the ‘Hot Shoe’ Hall of Fame – a place dedicated to “Celebrating and Preserving the Memories of Great Motorcycle Racers and Motorcycle Industry Icons – Past and Present.” With the second annual …
BMW: Recall for 2019-2020 K 1600 GT, GTL, B Models
Weak Link Strut on Rear Suspension To Be Replaced By Manufacturer We’ve just been given word by RideApart that a handful of Beemers made between 2019 and 2020 have had a recall issued for a bit of weakness at the rear link strut – and if the facts are anything to go off of, some …
Powersports NFTs: British Bike Brand To Offer Free Digital NFT With Purchase of Motorcycle
Ever had the itch to hop on the nearest investment bandwagon, but find your wallet is better suited to the sweet, sweet rides that pepper your garage proper? Neo Motorcycles now has an option that could give you the best of both worlds. According to VisorDown, if you buy a motorcycle from Neo, you’ll get …
Electric Everything: Pre-Oders Soon to Open for Zaiser’s Two Clean Green Machines
When it comes to the emission-friendly side of the tracks, there’s no denying that motorcycle manufacturers around the world are vying for a spot in the sparky market. From Harley-Davidson’s about-face HardWire Strategy involving the release of their electric platform and the LiveWire One (as well as the soon-to-be LiveWire Arrow) to Ducati’s decision to …
Custom Eye Candy: ‘Tamarit’s Jade’ is a Triumph-Based Cafe Racer
Tamarit Motorcycles – a Spanish bike shop devoted specifically to the transformation of Triumph bikes – has just created a beauty of a machine for ArtCurial’s auction. This is their 100th motorcycle to emerge from the shop, and if there’s one thing I love to take a gander at, it’s well-built bikes showing off a …
Safety First: “Motorcyclists Are Often Seen But Not Remembered”
Why Drivers Often Say They Didn’t See You A report from The Daily Echo has the low-down on what causes accidents when motorcycles are involved – and believe it or not, the phrase “I just didn’t see them officer” may be more true than you think. PhD Researcher Shel Silva, is the mastermind behind a …
Revival Cycles Pays Forward: Win a Ducati 900SS
We’ve just had a press release stating that Revival Cycles has a sweet deal for creators with a mind bent on custom projects – and if you impress them, you could get a 2000 Ducati 900SS out of the deal. They’re calling it the ‘Revival Stash Giveaway’ – and with the previous Giveaway a huge …
New Rotary Engine Sports Huge Power-To-Pound Ratio
A report from TopSpeed has us musing about the future of the motorcycle community when it comes to rotary-powered engines – or if there’s even a potential for a resurgence in the cards at all. It’s a tempting thought to consider. With Rotary engines of yore (such as the units created by Crighton, a man with …
RiMS Racing: New Gamer Challenge Includes Time With U.S. Superbike Team
Clock the Fastest Time, Win the Stuff On Saturday, the AMA World’s Fastest Motorcycle Gamer Challenge by Init Esports launched, with a simple goal: To gift a lucky best-in-class gamer with a mind-blowing two days with a U.S. Superbike Team. The game in question? For this challenge, Init Esports says the challenge will be in …
REC Watches: TTT ICON1000 Boasts Parts From 2013 Triumph Speedmaster
King Of The Quarter Mile, Refashioned To Your Wrist REC Watches has debuted a motorcycle-themed watch collection for the moto-minded wrist – and one of the tickers has parts from a 2013 Triumph Speedmaster. Let’s get into it. Attention to detail is the name of the game for this collection; when we covered the first …
Custom Eye Candy: Honda Super Cub Gets Sophisticated Scrambler Build
I love riding small bikes fast. Maybe it’s the ease with which you can slap through the gearbox on a sunny urban street situation or squeeze through traffic without having to suck it in – maybe it’s Maybelline. Regardless, anybody who is hankering for a small-cc scoot with a good weight/power ratio knows to hit …
Indiana: Janus Motorcycles Among the Finalists in “Coolest Thing Made in Indiana” Contest
Janus Motorcycles has gone and entered themselves into a ‘Coolest Thing Made in Indiana’ tournament sponsored by the Indiana Chamber of Commerce – and the next few days will determine the finalists. The report from ElkhartTruth states that the tournament is currently in its 16th round, with the finals being determined by Valentines Day, February …
MotoAmerica: 2022 Mini Cup Sponsor is Motul
As if it weren’t enough that Motul will be the official lubricant for MotoAmerica’s favorite bagger racing series, the King of the Baggers (KOTB), we’re now told that they are a sponsor for the mini-est cup of the Moto season: The MotoAmerica Mini Cup. If you don’t know what MiniGP is, you’re missing out. Strap …
MotoAmerica: Motul is Official Lubricant for KOTB
We’ve just been given the low-down that the 2022 season will see Motul as the official lubricant partner for MotoAmerica’s favorite bagger racing series, King of the Baggers (KOTB) – and MotoAmerica President Wayne Rainey is pretty jazzed about it. “Our King of the Baggers class is a huge attraction for the motorcycling community as …
Harley Davidson: New Bike Models Host Milwaukee-Eight 117 Engine
All In The Sport of Power and Performance Since the introduction of Harley’s Hardwire Strategy, the American motorcycle manufacturer has been in the fast lane to cater to new-gen riders – and while the results (the electrified LiveWire One and soon-to-emerge Arrow platform, as well as the adventurous Pan America and chonky Sportster S) are …
Japan Joins MotoGP’s Newest MiniGP Series for First Season
Ladies and gents, meet the newest cup to join the MiniGP World Series – and judging by the report from RoadRacing World, Japan’s racers are more than a little enthused to join Australia, Austria, Indonesia and Qatar as new additions for the series to the original 10 ( Alpe Adria, France, Ireland, Italy, Malaysia, the …
MotoAmerica: Roadracing World Action Fund Raises Almost $150,000 In Support of Riders Safety
A hefty congrats to MotoAmerica, whose Roadracing World Action Fund secured some serious coin in the name of safety! With almost $150,000 USD raised for racers pulling the twisties, we’re told by Roadracing World that the majority of the money was raised last July at the WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, when the MotoAmerica Series showcased …
Triumph: The Art of Gold Lining
New Goldline Editions Now Available At Select Dealerships When it comes to limited-edition bikes, Triumph seems to have the rabbit in the hat. Between their special edition bikes released mid-November, the Classic range that was revealed mid-October, and the Street Scrambler that was getting a Sand Edition back in Q1 of 2021 (let alone the …
Ruroc: The New Atlas 4.0 Helmet
I don’t know about y’all, but Ruroc is, to me, the most solid example of a manufacturer that not only delivers but adapts to the feedback of their riders and works tirelessly to improve their product performance in double time. Don’t believe me? Take a quick peek at their product timeline; March 2021 – less …
Ducati Unica: Your Motorcycle, Customized “Like No Other In The World”
Want to want to design and build your own exclusive and unique motorcycle? How about collaborating directly with designers and technicians to create a motorcycle that will be a unique standalone piece of premium prettiness? You don’t have far to look, because we’ve just had a gander at a press release sent to our morning’s …
Kawasaki: New Range of Performance Oils Announced for 2022
New KPO 4-Stroke Designed To Deliver Team Green has just announced a new line of performance oils for the motorcycle community – and they’ve included a new number designed specifically for higher-revving bikes that run on the hot side. The report from RRW tells us that the new addition to the range – a KPO …
Harley-Davidson: New Screamin’ Eagle Quick-Shifter for Pan America Sneaks Into Market
Bet you didn’t know that Harley-Davidson now carries a quick shifter for their Pan America – and not only that, but it’s available both on Harley’s UK website as well as the US website. Let’s get into it. We were a bit surprised, too; our man Jim Pruner (Jimbo) only recently came across the new …
Custom Eye Candy: A Mutant Road Glide Bagger for the Bank
When Lithuanian bike shop Tommy & Sons took on this Harley-Davidson Road Glide, the goal wasn’t just to make it longer and lower (which they succeeded at). Function was up there on the docket alongside aesthetics, with the gents at Tommy & Sons aiming for a bike that was “suited for traveling as well.” Well, …
Volcon: Stephanie Davis, Industry Veteran, Appointed as Chief Operating Officer
An EV industry veteran with over 25 years of experience on the job has just been hired to take on the role of Chief Operating Officer for Volcon ePowersports – and judging by her portfolio, Davis will be bringing a killer set of skills to the fast-growing EV company. “We are excited for Stephanie to …
Triumph: World Record Attempt for Largest Group of Women Riders Slotted For July
The world’s largest meet of female bikers is scheduled for this coming July at the Triumph Factory Visitor Experience. The objective? Why, to break a world record of course – and with Moto Advisor running the proceedings, we’re expecting a lot of gals to show up. Currently, VisorDown tells us that the record for the …
Gear Grind: Stylmartin Unveils Double WP Motorcycle Sneakers
Italian Leather and Waterproof? – Yes, Please. Since 1979, Italian motorcycle footwear company Stylmartin has been using premium-grade components sourced locally (as much as possible) to create stylish footwear for the motorcycling community – and their new addition, christened the Double WP, is a perfect fit for the urban commuter. The report from RideApart also …
Rhode Island: New Proposed 2022 Budget Includes Tax Cut for Motorcycle Riders
Rhode Island has just had a proposed budget that could potentially provide a “sales tax exemption for the trade-in value of motorcycles” – and while the writer might not be that happy about it, we’re intrigued at what this could mean for the riders of Rhode Island. Let’s dig into it. Upriseri states that Rhode …
Caberg Unveils All-New Drift Evo Carbon Sonic Helmet for 2022 Lineup
The Sporty Full-Face Helmet of Choice for Caberg’s Current Range When Caberg pulled the sheets on their Avalon helmet in spring of last year, we were impressed at the price point – especially considering the premium features you were getting at half the cost. Now the Italian helmet manufacturer has given us an all-new lid …
MotoGP: WithU Yamaha RNF Team Livery Revealed for 2022
Yesterday, the WithU Yamaha RNF Team celebrated their season’s livery reveal – an event that included two sets of livery due to the fact that the team will be attending both MotoGP and MotoE for the 2022 season. The celebration was brilliantly heralded by a performance in Italy’s Philharmonic Theatre, where iconic opera stars Francesca …
FIM: World’s First Electric Off-Roading Entry to Debut in US and Switzerland
Top-Notch Team M-TEC Company (Mugen) To Become E-Xplorer Factory Manufacturer The world’s first electric off-roading bike series is debuting this year at the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM) – it’s called the E-Xplorer series, and racing venues will include the US as well as Switzerland The report from RideApart tells us more – namely, that …
BMW: Plans For Electrification Include Fossil Fuel Phase-Out For 2030
Our favorite Bavarian bike manufacturers are planning for a fully electric future for 2030 – and with over a million of their electric bikes sold to date, it appears that BMW Motorrad’s plans for an aggressive shift to full electrification are well-matched by the current demand for their machines. Source: CNET The report from RideApart …
Electric Everything: RGNT Bikes Now Accepting US Pre-Orders
A Swedish Bike for the Bank When electric bike brand RGNT debuted their NO.1 CLASSIC, we were stoked at the quality of the nitty gritty bitties. On top of boasting a very nice J.Juan Combined Braking System (keeping in mind that the company is now owned by Brembo), the bike also had a new Bike …
Kawasaki: Hybrid Motorcycle Project Has Potential To Include Multiple Models
New Patents Shed Light on How Kawi Plans On Expanding Hybrid System to Other Models When Kawasaki made announcements at last year’s EICMA stating that three new electric bikes would be in their lineup by next year (making the total count of promised alternative or hybrid machines now set to 10), we were intrigued – …
KTM: More Details on the Uprated ‘Brabus 1300’ Motorcycle
New Trademarks Show Partnership with Auto-Tuning Company Brabus to Include Potential Uprated Super Duke R Sibling When Brabus revealed the partnership with KTM on the creation of quality-tuned bikes, we got a little excited. The German Auto Tuning company is known throughout the automotive company for their expertise in quality tweaks to special cars – …
Honda: Updated CB300R Gets A Handful of Upgrades for 2022
Honda’s 2022 CB300R is finally getting a slipper clutch! In a report from MCN, we’re told that the A2-compliant machine now meets Euro5 standards, with the free-revving, liquid-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke punting out 286cc (roughly 25 hp and 20 lb-ft of torque) through a new exhaust. This particular economical scoot might not have any ‘soulful’ notes …
KTM’s Continues Their Support of the U.S. Motorcycle Coaching Association
The U.S. Motorcycle Coaching Association (USCMA) has a continued backer for their top-notch work – and now with KTM’s partnership confirmed through 2022, riders across the community will be able to benefit from the USCMA’s tutelage. The goal of the USCMA is simple: To improve the Powersports community through high-quality coaching certification. Good riders are …
Wyoming: BMW Collabs with Backcountry Discovery Routes For Epic 1,000-Mile Tour
For those of you that haven’t heard of Backcountry Discovery Routes, they’re a non-profit organization that specializes in dual-sport and off-road motorcycle travel. Think motorcycle tours, but a few more bumps and a hell of a lot more dirt – and we’ve just received word that BMW Motorrad will be partnering up with BDR to create their …
AIMExpo: DISRUPTIVE THINKING
An Educational Platform Hell-Bent on Revolutionizing the PowerSports Industry Of all of the action to be had at AIMExpo, I was most excited about their DISRUPTIVE THINKING platform. The places that you can go and rekindle your passion for business numbers and company success in the Powersports industry are precious few – but that’s exactly …
MotoGP: Ducati Lenovo Team Season Launch Postponed As an Asymptomatic Miller Tests Positive
In a recent press release from Ducati Lenovo Team, the group’s talented racer, Jack Miller, will be unable to make it to the 2022 team photoshoot session, due to testing positive for COVI-19. The young man is asymptomatic, so we’ve nothing to fear on that spectrum – but will be unable to travel until #43 …
