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Performance And Ergonomic Data - Hard Numbers
motorcycle measured measured torque corrected quarter-mile* top-gear roll-ons wet ergos** last   hp (@ rpm) (lb.-ft. @ rpm) (sec. @ mph) ... more
Kawasaki ZRX1200R And BMW K1200S - Staffers' Rides - Doin' Time
Kawasaki ZRX1200R* Ringleader: Boehm* MSRP: $8199* Miles: 7000* Average fuel mileage: 38 MPG... more
Motorcycling - The Promise Is Alive - Last Page
How better to rekindle the thrill of motorcycling than with a carefree ride on a warm summer afternoon? The promise of such moments is, after all, why one doggedly hangs on to a beloved motorcycle,... more
Motorcycle Racing - By The Numbers - Up To Speed
Bikes will return to the historic speedway for the first time in almost 100 years when the MotoGP circus arrives for the inaugural Indianapolis GP slated for September 12-14, 2008. Here are some... more
Indianapolis Motor Speedway - 5 Questions With... Joie Chitwood III - Up To Speed
American race fans will have two opportunities to attend a round of the MotoGP World Championship in 2008 with a second event to be held at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Though IMS isn't known for... more
Honda RC174 Replica - RC Reborn - Classic File
When Honda created its fabled six-cylinder racebikes in the 1960s, it was pushing back the frontiers of the technically possible. Honda's attitude was that if its engineers could imagine it, they... more
2008 KTM 1190 RC8 - Clockwork Orange
An Austrian alternative To The Traditional Italian Super-Twin... more
"My Ninja 250R" Video Contest
Kawasaki has selected eight finalists for its "My Ninja 250R" video contest.... more
2008 Yamaha WR250X/R - Pocket Rockets
Will that be Supermoto Lite or Demi Dual-Sport?... more
Motorcyclist Forums
i got a sort of important quetion-
i guess it needs to start with an intro, i'm eighteen i just got my license, for a car and a motorcycle but i'm way more into bikes than cars, so i want to get a bike of coarse i am kinda curious if... more
FREE Bike!!! 1981 Honda CB 650!! ** NO KIDDING**
Hi All, Seriously... I have a ** NON-RUNNING ** 1981 Honda CB 650 with on 12,380 Miles...It hasn't been started in 10 years or so but only needs a little TLC to get her going again. It has No Body... more
01 monster s4 or 07 sv650?
Help! I have a bit of a dilemma on my hands. I have a 01 Monster s4 with about 8k miles on it. But i’m thinking of trading that in for a 07 sv650. I love the s4, but pricey on the maintenance, a bit... more
Jacket sizing/fit
Should your jacket fit be snug or have some room in it? I ordered a mesh jacket several inches larger than my measurements and with the lining it doesn't have much if any extra room. This would keep... more
Daytona Beach Bike Week (3/1/09)
You cannot go wrong with a trip to Daytona Beach for Biker's Week. We stayed in a great place right on the beach near the Ocean Walk Shoppes (where there is a Harley store)! If anyone is interested... more
Daytona Beach Bike Week (3/1/09)
You cannot go wrong with a trip to Daytona Beach for Biker's Week. We stayed in a great place right on the beach near the Ocean Walk Shoppes (where there is a Harley store)! If anyone is interested... more
1990 CBR1000, no top end power
Hey guys, Was wondering if anybody could help with my bike. I just bought it and it has no top end power, seems to do good to about 4500 to 5000 rpm then the power drops off, it still gains rpm but... more
HP2 sport
Just got my new Bmw hp2 sport. ive been waiting FOREVER! and i believe i am the second private owner of a hp2 sport. :D [img]... more
Myrtle Beach Trying To Get Rid Of Spring Rallies
Let you all know Myrtle Beach is trying their best to end the Annual Harley Davidson Rally in Myrtle Beach, SC from May 9-18. They are not going to allow permits for inside the city limits. They... more
2006 Honda Interceptor Hard Luggage
I recently bought a 2006 Honda Interceptor with OEM hard saddle bags. Whilst riding one of the bags fell of the bike, into the road. The bag was in good condition and showed no sign of wear and the... more
Motorcyclist Blogs
BMW F 800 GS delayed due to sibling popularity
Woodcliff Lake, NJ - January 24, 2008... Motorcycle enthusiasts eagerly awaiting the arrival of BMW's new F 800 GS will need to be a bit more patient, as production of the middleweight dual-purpose... more
BMW Motorcycles: The Name equals Change. Part V
So what about the numerous model codes that we have also become acquainted with over the years, such as R, RS, S, CS, C, CL, GS, RT, RS, GT and LT? ... more
BMW Motorcycles: The Name equals Change. Part IV
The decision of BMW to produce motorcycles with in-line engines saw the bikes in these model series receive a totally separate designation. ... more
BMW Motorcycles: The Name equals Change. Part III
BMW took the new instructions as the signal to introduce a new internal naming system. ... more
BMW Motorcycles: The Name equals Change. Part II
BMW acted to simplify the system in the mid-1920s. The references to the number of cylinders and model series were abandoned. Now the only entry in front of the project number was to denote an... more
BMW Motorcycles: The Name equals Change. Part I
Ever wondered how BMW motorcycles get their names? The history of the nomenclature for aero engines, motorcycles and cars is marked on the one hand by enduring lines, and on the other by surprising... more
McQueen Kawasaki goes on Auction
International auction house Bonhams & Butterfields will be offering for sale motorcycles previously owned by screen legends Clark Gable and Steve McQueen (pictured) at next month's auction at... more
New BMW Zumo Navigator Is Smaller, Feature-Rich
Woodcliff Lake, NJ -- September, 2007 -- Ever since the introduction of BMW's original Motorrad Navigator several years ago, sales of maps to BMW riders have fallen dramatically. ... more
Motorcyclists Get Bluetooth Courtesy Of Land Down Under
New York, NY, March 27, 2007 – Motorcyclists can now enjoy the freedom of handsfree mobile communication following the release of the BlueAnt Wireless Interphone Handsfree and Intercom. ... more
Aerostich Press Release
Can you hear me now? These revamped WWII-era field phones come with no frills, fees or frustrations. Just wind up the generator, dial the number and you're good to go. ... more