Gear Brands
Wolfman Tank Bag
The Wolfman Explorer Tank Bag Have you ever purchased a piece of gear that looked great on the shelf or in the catalog, only to find that it seemed to have been designed by someone who had never seen a motorcycle? The Wolfman Explorer tank bag neatly disposes of such nonsense with smart features and …
Timbuk2 Messenger Bag
Messenger bags were originally used to rush important documents back and forth by bicycle messengers in big cities like New York and London. In the beginning, they were known as courier bags. They were, and still are, dumpy looking things that get the tar beat out of them by their banzai owners. Somehow, the bike messenger …
Moto Guzzi 940 Custom
Moto Guzzi released information on the new 940 Custom motorcycle line at the November 2006 EICMA show in Milan. Following is some of the detail and technical information translated and edited from the (rather prosaic) Moto Guzzi press release. 940 Custom The Italian street roadster. The 940 Custom symbolizes freedom, technology and Italian elegance just …
Water Cooled Moto Guzzi V11 GT
Moto Mag sent us these photos of a Moto Guzzi; supposedly the V11 GT prototype. I had originally thought it might be a prototype of a water cooled sport-tourer, but sources tell me it’s air cooled.These photos were taken several years ago, but the design still looks great today. Will it ever be built? Who knows…! …
Moto Guzzi Nevada Classic 750 i.e.
With the arrival of the new Nevada Classic 750 i.e., Moto Guzzi becomes one of the few motorcycle manufacturers in the world to boast entire range equipped with electronic fuel injection and catalyzed exhausts with Lambda oxygen sensor emission control. Every model in Moto Guzzi’s 2004 range fully complies with Euro 2 standards. The Nevada …
Moto Guzzi MGS-01 Serie
The Moto Guzzi MGS-01 Serie is the 1000cc street legal version of the MGS-01 Corsa. Specifications below. MGS-01 Serie Technical Specifications Engine Type Air Cooled, 4 Stroke 90º V-Twin Displacement 992 cc Maximum Power 102 hp @ 8400 rpm Maximum Torque 65 ft lbs @ 7800 rpm Valves Overhead Camshaft – 4 Valves Per Cylinder with Positive Drive …
Ducati Desmosedici MotoGP Street Engine
DESMOSEDICI RR: START YOUR ENGINES! Ducati reports progress on the development and testing of the exclusive V4 engine for the upcoming street version of the Desmosedici MotoGP motorcycle. Officially presented to the “Ducati tribe” in May at World Ducati Week 2004, the development of the Desmosedici RR project continues to evolve. For the last few …
Moto Guzzi California Vintage
Moto Guzzi announced the California Vintage touring motorcycle, the newest in a line that stretches back 35 years to the original V7 California, introduced in 1971. The California Vintage is, by design, reminiscent of the Moto Guzzi California Police motorcycles used by ( you guessed it) California Motor Officers in years gone by. It has …
Ducati 999R
An evolution of power, aerodynamics and style, for a dream Ducati which is more competitive and powerful than ever. Based on the motorcycle representing Ducati in this year’s American Superbike Championship (AMA), the 999R has been significantly upgraded for the American market. A new front fairing, new rear swing arm and suspension, a major upgrade …
Ducati 999
Ducati 999 The New 999 The new 999 Testastretta is the most advanced, highest performance Ducati Superbike yet. Hailed by the press as the best V-twin ever built, our goal here in Bologna was to create a Superbike of stunning design and performance that improved rider ergonomics, simplified maintenance, reduced motorcycle complexity and boosted horsepower. Aerodynamics, …
Custom Moto Guzzi V11 Sport
Custom Moto Guzzi V11 Sport The story: I received these photos one day from Jeff W. in a mysterious email: “Please let Guzzi people see these.” I opened the .jpg’s to find what’s got to be the hottest V11 Sport around. So here are the photos of Jeff’s custom Moto Guzzi V11 Sport and some info …
2007 Triumph Motorcycles
2007 Triumph Motorcycles Triumph Motorcycles has announced the 2007 Triumph product line. We’ll have more information and photos soon, but in the meantime, here is an update on the 2007 Triumphs, changes for 2007 and the suggested retail price list (bottom of page). More: NEW! Triumph announces the Street Triple | 2007 Triumph Tiger | Triumph Tiger Page | Triumph …
Vilner Predator
Vilner “Predator” BMW F 800 R (May 2012) – Here’s an interesting custom BMW F 800 R by the Vilner Studio in Sofia, Bulgaria. It is apparently a “one-off” designed for a customer. Not much info is available but they sent these photos and a press release (below). Enjoy! Vilner Custom Bike Predator Predator It must be …
Belstaff Triumph Bonneville
Triumph Motorcycles Celebrates 50 Years of the Iconic Bonneville Belstaff and Ewan McGregor mark the occasion with a bespoke design – Newnan, GA, May, 2008: Britain’s legendary motorcycle manufacturer, Triumph, is steeped in the history of motorcycling yet remains at the forefront of engineering with some of the most sophisticated production facilities in the world. …
Triumph Street Triple
Triumph Launches the Street Triple! The countdown is over! The much awaited Triumph Street Triple was officially unveiled to over 5,000 Triumph owners on Saturday, June 30th, at Triumph Tridays in Neukirchen, Austria. The Street Triple offers 675cc of pure, naked aggression, combining the streetfighter styling of its older brother, the Speed Triple, with the …
2013 Triumph Trophy
2013 Triumph Trophy riumph Re-Enters the Touring Segment With the New 2013 Trophy Triumph Motorcycles announced today the availability of the new Triumph Trophy 1215cc touring bike for 2013. Features of the 2013 Triumph Trophy Include: Powerful three-cylinder, 1215cc engine developing 132bhp and 89ft.lbs of torque at just 6,450rpm. Robust, virtually maintenance-free shaft drive. Supreme …
Vilner Aprilia Stingray
Vilner “Stingray” Aprilia February 2013 – Here’s another interesting custom by the Vilner Studio in Sofia, Bulgaria. It looks like the donor bike was a 2011 Aprilia Tuono 1000 R? As is apparently typical for Vilner, very few details were provided (see the custom Vilner Predator BMW F 800 R). For example, there is no information on the original …
BMW F800GS Review Part 2
Life With the BMW F 800 GS No Excuse Needed Despite my raving over my F800GS in Part One, nothing is ever really perfect, right? With this mental deception plan put into place last fall, about an hour after picking up the small GS, it was time to start looking at how it could be …
Victory Vision
2008 Victory Vision Motorcycle – First Photos Photos of the New 2008 Victory Vision Motorcycle I’m not a cruiser rider and I don’t own a pure touring bike but I like anything with two wheels, and the new Victory Vision has to be one of the most outrageous and ground-breaking designs ever. Victory (Polaris) can …
Moto Guzzi Griso Review
About five years ago I was at the annual Cycle World International Motorcycle Show, wandering around and looking at all the bikes. I stumbled across the Moto Guzzi booth and thought I’d take a peek. I had only seen one Moto Guzzi “in the flesh” before, and that was a beautifully restored 850 Le Mans 1 …
Meguiar’s Gold Class Vinyl & Rubber Protectant
Meguiar’s Gold Class Vinyl & Rubber Protectant Manufacturer’s Information Category: Vinyl, rubber cleaner & protection Type: Spray bottle, 24 oz. (710 ml) Manufacturer: Meguiar’s Made In: U.S.A. Retail Price: $4.99 Claims – “Brings back richness and color to vinyl, plastic and rubber.” For Use On – Vinyl, rubber (not motorcycle tires), trim, saddlebags. Claimed Features – “Uses a premium, complex blend of …
S100 Engine Brightener
S100 Engine Brightener for Motorcycle Engine Cases, black plastic cleaner and more I have to admit that I was prepared to be under-whelmed by this product. I’m not sure why; maybe it’s the packaging that didn’t do it for me, or maybe it’s that I couldn’t quite figure out what it was really for. An “engine …
Wenol Metal Polish
Wenol Metal Polish If you own a motorcycle, you’ve probably come across an advertisement for Wenol at some time or another. Fortunately, most European motorcycles don’t have a lot of chrome or metal that needs polishing, but after a while, pipes and mufflers can start to look pretty sad, and almost every bike has …
Rim Magic Motorcycle Wheel Cleaner
Motorcycle Wheel Cleaner for Chrome or Polished Wheels Rim Magic by Shinybike is billed as a “safe and effective chrome or polished wheel cleaner”. It’s similar to other automotive wheel cleaners; after you spray it on, a foam appears which is designed to clean the grime and brake dust from wheels. The directions say to …
Luster Detailer by Luster Lace
Quick Detailer for Motorcycle Paint, Chrome, Glass and Plastic Luster Detailer by Luster Lace Polishes is a quick detail spray designed to be used between regular applications of wax. You simply spray it on and wipe it off. It claims to be able to also lift off bugs, tree sap, road film, etc. from surfaces. …
Sprayway Crazy Clean
Sprayway Crazy Clean Manufacturer’s Information Category: Motorcycle cleaner Type: Spray Can, 19 oz. (539g) Manufacturer: Sprayway Inc Made In: U.S.A. Retail Price: $4.95 Claims – “Spray on – Wipe Off”. Cleans and Deodorizes (!) For Use On – Motorcycle plastic, windscreens, chrome. Claimed Features – All-purpose cleaner. Application – Spray on, let stand for several seconds, wipe off Our Opinions The original Sprayway Glass …
Meguiar’s Plastx Clear Plastic Cleaner & Polish
Meguiar’s Plastx Clear Plastic Cleaner & Polish Manufacturer’s Information Category: Plastic cleaner, polish Type: Squeeze bottle, 296 ml (10 oz.) Manufacturer: Meguiar’s Made In: U.S.A Retail Price: $6.99 Claims – “Removes fine scratches, oxidation and grime, haze and cloudiness.” For Use On – Clear plastics Claimed Features – “Micro abrasive technology provides powerful but safe cleaning and polishing action. Restores optical clarity …
BMW S 1000 RR Review
BMW S 1000 RR Launch in Malaysia How many times in a lifetime do you get to ride (flog) the flagship model of a renowned manufacturer? A huge name, established in motorsports and one that recently debuted to a credible start in the World SuperBike Championships? A bike, with so many technological features, being offered …
Sachs MadAss 125 Review
I remember reading a financial self-help book a long time ago (when I was quite young) and one of the nuggets of advice the guru imparted was this very catchy phrase: “Trend is your friend”. I didn’t quite fully understand how this could help improve my finances, but ten years later and in the current …
Meguiar’s Gold Class Bug & Tar Remover
Meguiar’s Gold Class Bug & Tar Remover Manufacturer’s Information Category: Bug, tar remover Type: Spray bottle, 16 oz. (473 ml) Manufacturer: Meguiar’s Made In: U.S.A Retail Price: $5.95 Claims – “Quick and safe way to dissolve road tar and bugs.” For Use On – Painted surfaces. Claimed Features – “Makes hard to remove contaminants disappear. Super, penetrating formula. Advanced dissolving action. No …
Eagle One Nanowax
Eagle One Nanowax Manufacturer’s Information Category: Motorcycle polish, wax Type: Pump bottle, 16 oz. (472 ml) Manufacturer: Eagle One Made In: U.S.A Retail Price: $9.99 Claims – Uses nanotechnology. Fills fine scratches and conceals swirl marks. For Use On – Motorcycle chains and cables. Claimed Features – Cleans brake dust, chain lube and “road soil”. Can leave on longer for more cleaning …
Crystal-Glo Acrylic Motorcycle Polish
Crystal-Glo Acrylic Motorcycle Polish We’ve discovered that it’s really hard to review motorcycle polishes. All of our reviews are done under real-world conditions that any webBikeWorld visitor might experience. So we like to take on-the-job photos (amateur though they may be!) to illustrate our product reviews. But taking photographs that capture the before/after differences of …
Meguiar’s NXT Generation Tech Wax
Meguiar’s NXT Generation Tech Wax Manufacturer’s Information Category: Motorcycle polish, wax Type: Squeeze bottle, 532 ml (18 oz.) Manufacturer: Meguiar’s Retail Price: $14.95 Made In: U.S.A. Claims – “Unique engineered synthetic polymer formula. Ultimate deep gloss and protection.” For Use On – Painted surfaces. Claimed Features – “Paint will be darker and richer and the shine will be the deepest, clearest you’ve …
2015 BMW R 1200 R Preview
2015 BMW R 1200 R Announced BMW announced a new R1200 R on September 30 at the 2014 Intermot show in Cologne. They call it “The boxer roadster for the keen rider.” BMW also announced the 2015 BMW R 1200 RS (Preview) variant of the R 1200 R in the following edited press release. The BMW “Boxer” …
EBR 1190SX Preview
The Buell EBR 1190SX “Superfighter” The Buell EBR 1190SX was formally introduced at the 2014 AIMExpo show (Report)in Orlando, Florida. EBR said the 1190SX is made in the U.S.A. and this “streetfighter” is a takeoff on the EBR 1190RX with full fairing. The 1190SX appears to be very nicely made and probably the equal of typical …
Durkopp Diana Scooter
1955 Durkopp Diana Scooter: Photos, Video and Info Here are photos of a friend’s 1955 Durkopp Diana two-stroke scooter. He brought it over for some work to the fueling system and Chris worked his magic; see the comments about that after the photos. It now runs like a champ and it has a surprising amount of …
2015 Kawasaki Versys 650 LT Review
The Lighter-Weight Sport Tourer All-Arounder You’re looking at the newest webBikeWorld Project Bike! It’s a 2015 Kawasaki Versys 650 LT. The LT or “Light Touring” version of the Versys 650 comes with ABS, hand guards and matched luggage. Why this bike? It’s kind of a long and convoluted story, so hang with me: Although I …
BMW K1200LT & R1200GS Named Motorcycles of the Year
BMW K1200LT & R1200GS Named Motorcycles of the Year The BMW K 1200 LT and the R 1200 GS have been named two of the top ten motorcycles for 2004 by Cycle World magazine. The annual awards, featured in the July issue of Cycle World magazine, recognize the top ten motorcycles in ten different classes. …
BMW K – R Series Motorcycle Recall
BMW K – R Series Motorcycle Recall NOTE: These recalls are presented as a public safety resource. For more information, visit your local BMW Motorcycle dealer or visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website. Make / Models : Model/Build Years: BMW / K SERIES 2001-2004 BMW / R SERIES 2000-2002 2004 NHTSA CAMPAIGN …
