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Bench Racing & The Morning Reads

My browser hates you.
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I did get a couple wallpaper-worthy pics.
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Posted just a couple hours too early to get the Sepang fuss.
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OK maybe I have trouble discerning ante from post meridian?
Apparently I am in the State of Confusion.
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My browser hates you.
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Posted just a couple hours too early to get the Sepang fuss.
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I am curious as always. Why does your browser hate me? :) PM me with your issues I may have a couple of ideas that help with issues others have run into. I am glad you found some wallpaper worthy pics.

I hit the road before Sepang and all the fun. I have stopped race updates in most cases. Spoiler issues for some that watch races on demand. My main goal with Thur/Sat posts I try to set the reader up with practice and qualifying info too be better prepared on Sunday.

My Ipad is a very poor tool to do a race update for the Sunday Rossi, Marquez and the rest gave us. Back on the road. See you all the end of next week.
 
I am curious as always. Why does your browser hate me? :)

Relax, my browser really loves you:heart. It was just a bit taken aback at the thought of loading all those pictures. I think they were all trying to load at the same time, instead of individually, so that there was a period of no apparent progress. Eventually they all came through fine.
 
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29 October 2015, Thursday

An open letter from the head of the FIM about this past weekend.

FIM President Vito Ippolito addresses recent events in an open letter to the MotoGP™ community.
The recent events arising in connection with the competition for the 2015 FIM MotoGP™ world title have had a damaging effect on the staging of our competitions and poisoned the atmosphere around the sport. We are moving away from the tradition of pride in sportsmanship that is part of the heritage of motorcycling.

Everyone has the right to express his or her own ideas. But words and actions always have consequences. Every individual has to take responsibility for those consequences.

The riders, first of all, must be aware of this. Each one of them has thousands of fans who follow their exploits on the track and listen to what they say off the track. For that reason, we look to them, not just in this Championship but in all our disciplines, to set the best example of what our sport should and aspires to be.

This responsibility is also shared by the people who form their entourage, beginning with their teams and sponsors. Whatever the rights and wrongs of the matter, if some of those people unnecessarily fuel polemics about events or decisions in a wrongheaded way, they are doing a great disservice to the sport, to the detriment of our entire community and all the good things it offers to everyone.

Riders, teams, manufacturers and sponsors should not only respect the rules but they should accept the decisions of the officials, whatever they may be. Otherwise, they are contributing to anarchy and undermining the future development of our sport.

On behalf of the FIM and all those who are doing their best to bring about a happy conclusion to this Championship, I express the hope that at the next and final round in Valencia the riders will fight it out on the track and in a way that fully respects the spirit of fair play.

Vito Ippolito

FIM President
 
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Althea BMW with Reiterberger Where the bikes come fromhttp://www.speedweek.com/sbk/news/83461/Althea-BMW-mit-Reiterberger-Wo-kommen-die-Bikes-her.html
From 19 to 22 November, with the EICMA in Milan one of the world's largest and most important motorcycle trade fairs. The ideal place for Althea Racing to BMW, Reiterberger and Jordi Torres to show as a new partner. 2 Speed Week Superbike Newsoverview / by Ivo Schützbach /

Piero Guidi: "BMW plans to use two drivers»http://www.speedweek.com/sbk/news/83519/Piero-Guidi-BMW-will-zwei-Fahrer-einsetzen.html
BMW Motorrad Italia SBK - team boss Piero Guidi confirmed that his Department in 2016 will not use factory-supported BMW machines in the Superbike World Championship. 1 Speed Week Superbike Newsoverview / by Andreas Gemeinhar ... /


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#SepangClash: Decision of the Race Directionhttp://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/10/27/sepangclash-decision-of-the-race-direction/188604
Read the official Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM) statement, outlining Race Direction's decision on the #SepangClash.
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#SepangClash: Race Direction verdict on Rossi & Marquezhttp://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/10/26/sepangclash-race-direction-verdict-on-rossi-marquez/188434
MotoGP™ Race Director Mike Webb explains Race Direction’s decision after the clash between Rossi and Marquez at the Malaysian GP.
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ossi & Lorenzo’s epic title fight all comes down to thishttp://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/...pic-title-fight-all-comes-down-to-this/188665
The 2015 MotoGP™ World Championship title fight between Valentino Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo is set for an epic conclusion at the Valencia GP.
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MotoGP™ riders and teams summoned by the Permanent Bureauhttp://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/...teams-summoned-by-the-permanent-bureau/188745
Riders and team management will be called in front of the Permanent Bureau to discuss recent events.
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http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/11/03/q-a-with-shuhei-nakamoto/188720[/bQ&A with Shuhei Nakamoto
Shuhei Nakamoto, HRC Executive Vice President, shares his view on recent events and looks ahead to Valencia.
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Movistar Yamaha issue reply to Hondahttp://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/11/03/movistar-yamaha-issue-reply-to-honda/188752
After Honda Racing Corporation issued a Q&A with Nakamoto, Movistar Yamaha have issued their reply as they seek to clarify the situation.
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Editor's Blog: MotoGP's Descent Into Madness, And How To Get Out Againhttps://motomatters.com/blog/2015/11/03/editor_s_blog_motogp_s_descent_into_madn.html
If what happened on lap seven at Sepang was bad for MotoGP, the events which have followed have made it infinitely worse. Rossi's single act of frustration has unleashed a tidal wave of insanity which has battered MotoGP, washing away the good and leaving it battered and stained. And every time you think it has finished, yet more madness emerges to engulf the sport, dragging it further down into t
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FIRST LOOK: KTM RC16 New KTM MotoGP race bike will be on the grid in 2017. With video!http://www.cycleworld.com/2015/11/0...e-bike-on-the-grid-in-2017-first-look-review/
If you Google “KTM MotoGP bike,” you’ll quickly learn this new KTM has a 90-degree V-4 (hear the sound in the videos) and a steel-tube chassis with graceful bottom-braced aluminum swingarm. Everybody’s bottom-bracing these days because the rear shock and linkage have to move down to make room for an extension of the fuel tank under the seat. The front 60 percent of the RC16’s “tank” is a black carbon cover over the engine’s sealed intake airbox, fed through a generous-sized oval hole in the chin of the fairing. The rear part of the tank looks very Honda-like because its upper part, containing
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2016 MotoGP Provisional Calendar Updated - Four Races Changed, Silverstone Moves To Septemberhttps://motomatters.com/news/2015/11/02/2016_motogp_provisional_calendar_updated.html
The FIM have released another provisional calendar for the MotoGP series, in response to yet another shake up of the F1 calendar by Bernie Ecclestone. With F1 and MotoGP having an informal agreement not to have their dates clash, and with MotoGP losing out in terms of TV audience whenever they do, the MotoGP calendar released in September had too many conflicts with F1. As a result of those clashe
20 MotoMatters.com / by David Emmett /


How Rossi or Lorenzo can become championhttp://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/11/03/how-rossi-or-lorenzo-can-become-champion/188672
All of the scenarios that could play out at Valencia in regards to the 2015 MotoGP™ World Championship title fight.
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Bridgestone look ahead to Valencia GPhttp://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/11/03/bridgestone-look-ahead-to-valencia-gp/188756
Bridgestone Motorsport announces the tyre compounds they will bring to the Gran Premio Motul de la Communitat Valenciana.
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Movistar suspends the World party. Rossi's fault? Too much controversy.http://www.motoblog.it/post/742542/movistar-annulla-la-festa-mondiale-colpa-di-rossi
The MotoGP World Championship in 2015, unfortunately, will be remembered for the global controversy, those between Marc Marquez and Valentino Rossi, who are ruining the party to all fans. Controversies and appeals ended in courtrooms. The Yamaha team Movistar, and the Japanese manufacturer, have long been World Champions 2015. The main sponsor Movistar, and the cas Motoblog.it / by Gianluca /


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MC Comparo: BMW R1200GS Adventure vs. KTM 1290 Super Adventurehttp://www.motorcyclistonline.com/a...1290-super-adventure-motorcyclist-magazine-mc
Oftentimes, a comparison test will include phrases like, “good considering the price,” or, “not bad for the category.” And we’re not making excuses. In most cases, bikes these days are built to a spec commensurate with the company’s expectations, the experience of the customer, or some other marketing malarkey. Not in this test. DON'T MISS: On Two Wheels: BMW R1200GS Adventure vs. KTM 1290 Super
3 Motorcyclist / by Zack Courts /


What Said Harley-Davidson’s Chief Marketing Officer Mark-Hans Richerhttp://cyrilhuzeblog.com/2015/10/31...sons-chief-marketing-officer-what-did-he-say/
“I’m going to go heretical on you, and say that youth does not own cool. Youth does not own growth. Youth does not own innovation or disruption. Brands must not neglect the growth market of older consumers to focus solely on youthful audiences” said Mark-Hans Richer,... This is a content summary only. Click on headlines for full links, images, other content and more!
7 Cyril Huze Post / by Cyril Huze /


New BMW R1200RS vs classic R100RShttp://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/motorbikes/11957850/New-BMW-R1200RS-vs-classic-R100RS.html
Does BMW's new R1200RS boxer live up to its standard setting namesake?
5 Cars and motorcycle reviews; latest motoring news / by Roland Brown /


2016 Triumph Thruxton and Thruxton R First Lookhttp://www.sportrider.com/2016-triumph-thruxton-and-thruxton-r-first-look
Triumph has announced a new lineup of five new models in its Bonneville family, featuring three versions of an all-new engine that features ride-by-wire fuel injection and liquid cooling. At the sporting end of the lineup are the Thruxton and Thruxton R, which are powered by a 1200cc high-power version of the new engine that produces 83 foot-pounds of torque at 4,950 rpm. Electronics additions i
3K Sport Rider / by SR Staff /


Triumph Bonneville - Reborn.http://www.rapidbikes.com.au/post/2...ville-Reborn-The-new-Triumph-Street-Twin.aspx
Triumph Bonneville. Reborn. More beautiful, more powerful, more capable. Introducing the next generation of the iconic Bonneville - with five exciting new Bonneville motorcycles.From the fun and accessible ridability of the new Street Twin, to the timeless style of the Bonneville T120 and T120 Black through to the Thruxton and Thruxton R, the Triumph racing legend reborn. Powered by an all-new B
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Rainsuits 101: Staying Dry At Speedhttp://www.ridermagazine.com/gear/rainsuits-101-staying-dry-at-speed.htm/
Weather forecasting isn’t an exact science, and you get caught in the rain even during the summer. If you keep riding through the fall and winter, you’ll learn what real rain is. You might have ridden through short showers, but when you get caught in a sudden storm, or ride all day in a cold, steady drizzle, you’ll see how valuable a good rainsuit is. With rainsuits, size matters more than you mig
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TomTom Rider GPS Reviewhttp://www.ridermagazine.com/gear/tomtom-rider-gps-review.htm/
I have always had a fascination for maps and never tire of thumbing through a highway atlas, recollecting stretches of roads from trips taken. So when Editor Tuttle assigned a review of TomTom’s updated Rider, I wondered if a GPS could teach a cartophile (map lover) anything new. Netherlands-based TomTom has been a leader in navigation and mapping technology since its founding in 1991. Its Navigat
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Parts counter item: PowerPunch portable charger, air compressorhttp://www.dealernews.com/dealernew...em-powerpunch-portable-charger-air-compressor
RICHMOND, Calif. - SpeedMob announces the first product in its consumer electronics line: the PowerPunch portable battery bank that also serves as a backup power source. With 14,000 mAh, PowerPunch can charge mobile devices, power laptops, act as an emergency light and will also jump-start motorcycles and other vehicles, SpeedMob said. The compact and lightweight PowerPunch comes in a sturdy carry
Dealernews / by mslepicka /


Tested: Motion Pro BeadPro FS Tire Ironshttp://www.motorcyclistonline.com/t...ons-mc-garage-tool-test-motorcyclist-magazine
©Motorcyclist Motion Pro BeadPro FS Tire Irons Motion Pro’s BeadPro FS tire irons are an evolution of a toolset that’s as old and steadfast as the dead-blow mallet. These levers are made from a familiar material—forged steel, thus the “FS” moniker—but you’ll notice the design is different from your grandad’s spoons. These 16-inch irons have the normal curved tip at one end, but there’s a fo
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BMW racer Matthieu Lussiana: Champion in Brazil and back in the lead of the BMW Motorrad Race Trophy.https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/port...d=34&id=T0241025PT&left_menu_item=node__10154
At the penultimate round of the 2015 Brazilian Moto 1000 GP, Matthieu Lussiana won his second title in a row on his BMW S 1000 RR: pole position, victory and fastest lap in Santa Cruz do Sul.
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An artist with an appetite for life – and motorcycleshttp://www.bmw-motorrad.com/com/en/.../com/en/individual/news/2011/news.jsp&id=4913
Creating and spreading happiness through his art is what gets Marcel Bastiaans out of bed and into the studio at the crack of dawn every day. Commissions and exhibitions all over the world have brought him fame and fortune but his philosophy on life remains as clear as a blank canvass – do what you love to do, and everything else will fall into place. Andy Dukes meets the colourful Dutchman with .
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BMW at SEMA 2015.https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/port...d=34&id=T0241362PT&left_menu_item=node__10617
The Speciality Equipment Market Association (SEMA) in Las Vegas (Nevada, USA) is regarded worldwide as the leading trade show for customisation and sports tuning. The new products presented at SEMA to trade experts influence the entire scene and set trends. At this year's SEMA show from November 3rd to 6th 2015, BMW presents a selection of distinctively sports-oriented BMW M Performance Parts to the trade fair audience.
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30 years of BMW all-wheel drive:From the BMW 325i “Allrad” to the BMW X5 xDrive40e.https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/lati...Id=13&id=T0241003EN&left_menu_item=node__4102
BMW, one of the world’s most successful premium carmakers, also boasts an excellent position in the all-wheel-drive market, a segment it first entered 30 years ago.
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BMW Group Quarterly Report to 30 September 2015https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/port...lId=34&id=T0241482PT&left_menu_item=node__804
BMW Group Quarterly Report to 30 September 2015
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Statement Dr. Friedrich Eichiner, Member of the Board of Management of BMW AG, Finance, Conference Call Quarterly Report to 30 September 2015https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/port...lId=34&id=T0241483PT&left_menu_item=node__807
Statement Dr. Eichiner, Member of the Board of Management of BMW AG, Finance, Conference Call Q3 2015
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Statement Harald Krüger, Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW AG, Conference Call Quarterly Report to 30 September 2015https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/port...lId=34&id=T0241484PT&left_menu_item=node__807
Statement Harald Krüger, Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW AG, Conference Call Q3 2015
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Ferrari suffers: Who was at fault in Kimi Raikkonen and Valterri Bottas ‘rematch’ in Mexico?http://www.jamesallenonf1.com/2015/...kkonen-and-valterri-bottas-rematch-in-mexico/
The longest finishing streak in F1 history came to an end in Mexico. Tipped before the start to possibly be able to challenge Mercedes for the win, Ferrari endured a disappointing Mexican Grand Prix as the team suffered a double retirement, the first time both of the Scuderia’s drivers have failed to see the chequered […]
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After watching two, four and no wheel races sanctioned by the FIM, FIA, NASCAR and USSA, while on break, I thought about writing an essay about the current state of racing. After black flagging several rough drafts and sinking another, I realized Michel Buffer succinctly, eloquent and with great style summarized it better than I am capable of.

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You Can Legally Work on Your Own Motorcycle, Stillhttp://www.asphaltandrubber.com/news/motorcycle-copyright-law-dmca/
You may have not realized it, but if certain OEMs had their way, you would not be legally allowed to work on your own motorcycle. That’s right, because of a perversion of the US copyright law, it would have been illegal for you to turn a wrench on your motorcycle, […]The post You Can Legally Work on Your Own Motorcycle, Still appeared first on Asphalt & Rubber.
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How To Pack Your Panniers For A Road Triphttp://www.motorcyclistonline.com/h...rip-motorcyclist-magazine-tech-tips-mc-garage
©Motorcyclist How do you pack your saddlebags for a trip? Packing for a trip is as easy as cramming that pile of stuff you’ve amassed on the kitchen table into your panniers, right? Not so fast. A little forethought can make your daily tasks and your entire trip a little more convenient and enjoyable. ©Motorcyclist 1. What to pack depends on where you’re going and for how long, but as a
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Onewheel Electric Skateboard
Onewheel Electric SkateboardThe Onewheel is an electric skateboard with a difference – it only has one wheel. Although the sharper amongst you may have surmised that from the name.With a top speed of 15 mph, the Onewheel has similar capabilities to a standard off-road electric skateboard. The large centre wheel allows it to cross uneven and varying terrain reasonably easily, with the rider acceler
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05 November 2015, Thursday

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Althea boss Bevilacqua:
Why BMW is the best choice since his title win with Carlos Checa is Althea boss Genesio Bevilacqua makes thoughts about how he comes back to the top of the World Superbike Championship. That this is impossible with Ducati, he realized quickly. 1 Speed Week Superbike Newsoverview / by Ivo Schützbach /

Superbike World Championship 2016: Why is BMW able? The end of 2013 to be locked BMW factory team in the World http://www.speedweek.com/sbk/news/83990/Superbike-WM-2016-Wozu-ist-BMW-in-der-Lage.htmlSuperbike Championship, followed by two lean years. For next season, the Bavarian manufacturer with two top teams is well positioned. Speed Week Superbike Newsoverview / by Ivo Schützbach /


Reiterberger: 1.
Test with Althea BMW late November In addition to two riders in the World Superbike Championship will also bring a pilot in the Superstock 1000 Cup at the start Althea BMW next season. As presentation date itself provides the EICMA motorcycle show in Milan. 1 Speed Week Superbike Newsoverview / by Ivo Schützbach /


Yamaha Conducts First Test of World Superbike Return
The newly formed Pata Yamaha World Superbike team had its first test with official riders Sylvain Guintoli and Alex Lowes introduced to the YZF-R1 at Jerez in Spain. No lap times were released, but the weather was favorable and both riders had favorable feedback from the outing. Scroll through the gallery above to see more images of the YZF-R1 in action. The text of Yamaha's press release follows
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Lorenzo's intervention in Rossi's appeal deniedhttp://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/11/03/lorenzo-s-intervention-in-rossi-s-appeal-denied/188806
The Court of Arbitration for Sport, who are currently reviewing Valentino Rossi's case, rejected Jorge Lorenzo's request for intervention.
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Rossi wants 'normal' fight for titlehttp://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/121653
Valentino Rossi hopes the appeal against his punishment for colliding with Marc Marquez will let him have a "normal" race against MotoGP title rival Jorge Lorenzo in the Valencia finale
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Bridgestone Previews Its Final Race As MotoGP Tire Supplierhttp://www.roadracingworld.com/news/?id=bc54b06a-6291-47da-9147-acb36ab745d2
Bridgestone MotoGP™ Preview - Round 18: ValenciaBridgestone slick compounds: Front: Extra-soft, Asymmetric & Soft; Rear: Soft, Medium & Hard (Asymmetric)Bridges...
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Dorna Announces New Rules For 2016 Supersport World Championship, Elimination Of Superstock 600 Classhttp://www.roadracingworld.com/news/?id=be2ecc9a-5544-4ee5-a593-1c5eae1e0077
World Supersport on the verge of change for 2016The Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM), FIM Europe and DWO are pleased to announce that a new exciting format will be introduced for the upcoming season.T...
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Motus V4 Finds Its Way To The Dirt + Videohttp://blog.motorcycle.com/?p=53622
Our friends at Motus are hard at work delivering their motorcycles, the MST and MST-R, to customers (and stay tuned, as we’re scheduled to ride one!). Motus has been shipping about three bikes a week to customers, but they’ve also been busy with other projects involving their V4 Baby Block engine. In fact, Motus has even created a website for its engine, AmericanV4.com, where people can celebrate
29 Motorcycle.Com Latest Articles Feed / by Troy Siahaan /


MV Agusta Limited Edition Race Modelshttp://www.roadrunner.travel/2015/11/04/mv-agusta-limited-edition-race-models/
A Rare Breed – If everyday, run of the mill MV Agusta’s are just too common for your taste, the Italian brand will be happy to sell you one of their exclusive, limited edition race models. Over the past 15 months MV Agusta has either released or announced the future release of five such RC […]
13 RoadRUNNER Motorcycle Touring & Travel Magazine /


CW COVER to COVER: Dodge Tomahawkhttp://www.cycleworld.com/2015/11/04/cycle-world-cover-to-cover-dodge-tomahawk-motorcycle/
For a limited time, check out the Dodge Tomahawk from the April 2003 issue of Cycle World - COVER TO COVER - The Complete Cycle World Magazine Archive. Cycle World - COVER TO COVER is the definitive reference destination for motorcycle enthusiasts, pro racers and leisure riders alike with thousands of reviews, road tests, photos and more! Unlimited access to every issue of Cycle World we've ever
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BMW C 650 GT test 2016 Scooter -Station just tested the new C 650 Sport and GT 2016. First maxi-scooter 2016 to pass the test, the GT which now has a blind spot sensor, the series of traction a Euro 4 engine and other developments. 63 Moto Stationhttp://www.moto-station.com/article102065.html


BMW Rallye Motorcycle Suit Reviewhttp://www.ridermagazine.com/gear/bmw-rallye-motorcycle-suit-review.htm/
BMW strives to maintain its premium image as a motorcycle brand, which carries over to its apparel. We’ve tested all sorts of BMW-branded jackets, pants, boots and gloves over the years, and the general consensus among our crew of use-it-and-abuse-it testers is that the gear may be expensive, but you get what you pay for. BMW’s Rallye Suit, the gear of choice for GS riders the world over, is a per
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Dustriders Motorcycle Hoist Reviewhttp://www.ridermagazine.com/gear/dustriders-motorcycle-hoist-review.htm/
Dustriders Motorcycle Hoist Like most motorcycles, big adventure bikes are fine when they’re moving. But when a two-story-high, luggage-equipped moto-camel decides it’s time for a dirt nap, it’s probably going to take at least two people to get it back on its feet—maybe more if the surface is sandy, muddy or off-camber. If you can’t buddy up every time you ride off into the wild, Dustriders’ motor
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Joe Rocket Speedmaster 2.0 Back Protector Reviewhttp://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2015/11/03/joe-rocket-speedmaster-2-0-back-protector-review/
Joe Rocket Speedmaster 2.0 Back Protector Test Joe Rocket Speedmaster 2.0 Back Protector Joe Rocket has introduced its new Speedmaster 2.0 Back Protector, and I wore it recently on a sport bike ride through the mountains. It’s hard to say how well it protects because, fortunately, I didn’t crash. It is, however, built like the many I’ve tried and seen – and that’s a good thing. The Joe Rocket Spee
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Joe Rocket Hyperdrive Jacket Reviewhttp://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2015/11/03/joe-rocket-hyperdrive-jacket-review/
Joe Rocket Hyperdrive Jacket Test Joe Rocket Hyperdrive in action on Kawasaki Z800 Joe Rocket’s new Hyperdrive jacket is made in Vietnam and, like much of the motorcycle apparel being produced there by many companies, is a high quality piece of gear. Given the mid-range price of $369.99, I was pleased at both the overall look and the detail work that has gone into the construction. The Joe Rocket
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The MotherShip

BMW Group U.S. Reports October 2015 Saleshttps://www.press.bmwgroup.com/usa/...d=9&id=T0241571EN_US&left_menu_item=node__804
Woodcliff Lake, NJ – November 3, 2015… Sales of BMW brand vehicles decreased 3.8 percent in October for a total of 29,439 compared to 30,602 vehicles sold in October, 2014. Year-to-date, BMW brand is up 4.6 percent from the same period last year with sales of 279,395 vehicles.
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BMW Motorrad Sales
With 1,170 sales, BMW motorcycles posted their second best October, only 45 units short of the record 1,215 motorcycles sold in October 2014.



Emission-free cash transport with the BMW i3.The all-electric BMW i3 also proves its value as an emergency vehicle for police forces, rescue services and fire departments.https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/glob...lId=6&id=T0241568EN&left_menu_item=node__8601
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BMW racers claim more successes in the CEV Superbike European Championship: Four podiums and two class wins for the BMW S 1000 RR.https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/ital...d=10&id=T0241790IT&left_menu_item=node__10154
Maximilian Scheib, Adrián Bonastre and Miguel Ángel Poyatos shine on their RRs at the CEV round in Jerez – BMW racer Daisaku Sakai finishes the MFJ season in Japan as best privateer rider.
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BMW of North America Names The Community U.S. Hispanic Agency of Record.https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/usa/...=9&id=T0241576EN_US&left_menu_item=node__4100
Woodcliff Lake, NJ – November 3, 2015… BMW of North America, LLC. today announced that innovative cross-cultural agency, the community, has been named U.S. Hispanic agency of record for the company, following a competitive review.
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CAGE WORLD


ON THE TRACK

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FORMULA 1

Insight: Could Hamilton have won staying out and how Bottas got away with ithttp://www.jamesallenonf1.com/2015/...-staying-out-and-how-bottas-got-away-with-it/
The Mexican Grand Prix had no effect on the outcome of the drivers and teams’ world championship, as both were already sealed, but it did provide some fascinating talking points and a boost for the Williams team, which bagged a first podium since Monza. A new Grand Prix venue always provides a fresh challenge, but […]
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Red Bull ‘on the limit’ for first testhttp://planetf1.com/news/red-bull-on-the-limit-for-first-test/
Red Bull hope their future will be secured "within a month", but team boss Christian Horner admits they are already "on the limit" to make the first test of the 2016 campaign. Following their decision to cut ties with Renault after two difficult seasons, the Milton Keynes-based squad initially spoke to Mercedes and Ferrari, but the two powerhouses turned them down. It has emerg
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RBR rule out Renault for 2016 due to ‘hopelessness’http://planetf1.com/news/rbr-rule-out-renault-for-2016-due-to-hopelessness/
Red Bull have extended their deadline in their search for a new engine partner, but one thing is clear: they won't use Renault power units next year. The Milton Keynes-based squad had a public fallout with Renault as the French manufacturer has struggled to provide them, as well as Toro Rosso, with fast and reliable engines the past two seasons. On the back of that, Red Bull owner Dietrich Mateschitz announced earlier this year that he will pull his teams out of the sport if they can't find a suitable replacement. They have held discussions with Mercedes, Ferrari and Honda, but nothing came of
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Magnussen was in line for Haas seathttp://www.pitpass.com/55130/Magnussen-was-in-line-for-Haas-seat
Gene Haas has admitted that Kevin Magnussen was next in line had Romain Grosjean turned down 2016 seat.
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Technical analysis: Red Bull at risk of missing 2016 Formula 1 testing?http://www.jamesallenonf1.com/2015/...ll-at-risk-of-missing-2016-formula-1-testing/
The end of the Formula 1 season is fast approaching and most teams are well advanced on their 2016 challengers. But with an ever-lasting engine saga engulfing Red Bull, the team is at risk of missing the first 2016 test, which is just over 15 weeks away, even if it does secure a new supply […]
21 James Allen on F1 – The official James Allen website on F1 /


Vettel puzzled by Germany's loss of interest in F1http://www.pitpass.com/55129/Vettel-puzzled-by-Germanys-loss-of-interest-in-F1
Sebastian Vettel admits to being confused by Germany's lack of interest in F1 these days.
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WEC

ELMS: Brundle to United Autosportshttp://www.racer.com/wec-le-mans/item/123341-brundle-to-united-autosports-for-elms
Alex Brundle will lead the United Autosports team's LMP3 assault on the European Le Mans Series next season. The 25-year-old will race one of two Ligier-Nissan JSP3s the Anglo-American squad intends ...
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OTHER CAGE RACING

CIK-FIA: a new Race format for 2016http://www.fia.com/news/cik-fia-new-race-format-2016
Sport newsThis is to increase the track time before the start of the Competition and facilitate testing and the development of equipment without requiring a prior trip. The savings may be substantial. This innovation will concern the CIK-FIA European Championships and World Championships and the CIK-FIA International Super Cup for KZ2.2016 Race format- On the Monday of the week preceding the Compe
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classandcars: The landlords old SCCA GT3 350Z. First time I’ve...http://gearheadsandmonkeywrenches.tumblr.com/post/132568031694
classandcars: The landlords old SCCA GT3 350Z. First time I’ve seen this car off stands since I started at the new shop.
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It's A Miracle Jaguar's C-X75 James Bond Car Exists At All (And It's Freaking Amazing To Drive)http://jalopnik.com/its-a-miracle-jaguars-c-x75-james-bond-car-exists-at-al-1740525249
I lost count of just how many hours I spent on planes trying to get to where I needed to be to drive this car, but if Jaguar calls me again, I’m ready to fly to the moon and back for it, no problem. If it involves the Jaguar C-X75, the magical prototype supercar that stars in Spectre, I’m there.Read more...
100+ Jalopnik / by Máté Petrány /


Caterham R600http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/caterham/seven-r600
Race-only Caterham R600 is breathtaking on a circuit. On the road, we just hope one day to find out The Caterham R600 is a racing car for those who think the R300, currently top of the racing Sevens tree, isn't fast enough. It seems a lot of competitors think that of the highly tuned, naturally-aspirated R300.But instead of using the even more highly tuned, road-only R500, the new, race-only R600
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Ricciardo eyes NASCAR future after F1
Two of the Xfinity Series' road course rounds - at Watkins Glen and Mid-Ohio - fall during the F1summer break next year.



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Phantom Corsair, 1938

ON THE STREET

Chinese patent leak could reveal new hydrogen-powered BMW
Digging through the Internet's series of tubes every day, I come across some weird, wild stuff. Most of it is unbelievable. However, today I discovered something that might be strange enough to be believed: A rendering of a supposed BMW hydrogen fuel ...



BMW 'unhurt' by Volkswagen scandal, official says

Germany's BMW AG has no plans to change its diesel sales strategy in Japan, as it sees no fallout from peer Volkswagen AG's cheating of diesel emission tests, BMW board member Peter Schwarzenbauer said in a recent interview.


How to Build Your Own Supercarhttp://www.core77.com/posts/42285/How-to-Build-Your-Own-Supercar
It's every car-designer's dream—to design and build a supercar from scratch, with no constraints. Talking with Carlos Salaff, ex-Mazda exterior designer, I realize he is living that dream—he's the master of his own creation. And what a creation: Project Caden is a supercar with voluptuous surfaces formed by hand, flowing together to create the ultimate visceral driving experience.Prototyping Proje
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Why Should Your Self-Driving Car Look Like A Car?http://www.fastcodesign.com/3053031/why-should-your-self-driving-car-look-like-a-car?partner=rss
A startup called Next has a big idea for self-driving cars: Make them multipurpose, linked-together boxes.The Google Car looks like a VW bug post-castration. The Tesla is a ride for the rich and boring. Both vehicles feature AI that can take the wheel for you—and yet, both cars are still, notably, cars with four wheels, doors, and rear trunk space. Where's all the imagination?Read Full Story
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Volkswagen reports carbon dioxide 'irregularities' on 800,000 more carshttp://www.autonews.com/article/201...on-dioxide-irregularities-on-800000-more-cars
Volkswagen said an internal probe in the wake of its diesel scandal showed "irregularities" related to carbon dioxide emissions on an additional 800,000 cars, deepening a crisis that has already cost CEO Martin Winterkorn his job, depressed the...
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Audi, VW Halt Sales on Six More Diesel Models
Hours after Porsche halted sales for the Cayenne Diesel, Volkswagen and Audi have followed suit with six more diesel models. One of them wasn't named in the EPA's recent allegations of new cheating by the Volkswagen Group, which includes all three ...


BimmerFile.com

What is BimmerFile
...BimmerFile [is] a place where enthusiasts could gather daily to read, learn and talk about the cars they love. The site is dedicated to bringing you the most interesting news, links and reviews related to the BMW brand and it’s vehicles.


BMW BLOG
What is BMWBLOG?
...It’s a BMW news online magazine dedicated to all the bimmer fans out there, but also geared towards all the automobile lovers. Our publication brings you the latest news, reviews, photos and every other little bit of interesting information from the BMW world. Our ultimate goal is to bring all the BMW enthusiasts together and create a unique “bimmer” community....



BimmerFile.com and BMW BLOG’s are permanent features but not affiliated with BR&TMR.


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FWIW

How to Find the Best Woodworking Plans Online for Any Projecthttp://workshop.lifehacker.com/how-to-find-the-best-woodworking-plans-online-for-any-p-1740479252
Woodworking is a skill that you can take as far as you want. The more you learn, the more complex projects you’ll be able to tackle. But no matter your skill level, your project can always benefit from plans someone else has made. Here’s how to find plans for just about any project online.Gather Your ToolsBefore you begin even the simplest of projects, you’ll need some basic tools. A variety of sc
63 Lifehacker / by Timothy Dahl on W... /


This Is The Littoral Combat Ship USS Milwaukee Running Flat Out At Full Throttlehttp://foxtrotalpha.jalopnik.com/this-is-the-littoral-combat-ship-uss-milwaukee-running-1740234206
The Navy’s monster jet boats are certainly controversial but one thing is about them is unquestionable: they are pretty damn quick with a sprint speed in excess of 45 knots. The video below gives you an idea of what the Freedom Class LCS looks like executing such a high-speed run.Read more...
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If you fly between Chicago and L.A. you might be a drug dealer, according to the DEAhttp://feeds.washingtonpost.com/c/3...dealer0Eaccording0Eto0Ethe0Edea0C/story01.htm
A sign with a DEA badge marks the entrance to the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Museum in Arlington, Virginia, August 8, 2013. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst In April of this year, two Drug Enforcement Administration task force members stopped a man named Issa Serieh at Los Angeles International Airport, asked him some questions, and seized $30,750 in cash off of him. They sent him on his way
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FWIW...Been there done that...err, the flying part.

No More Fish Bladders: Guinness To Change Centuries-Old Brewing Process To Cater To Veganshttp://www.techtimes.com/articles/1...es-old-brewing-process-to-cater-to-vegans.htm
Irish brewery Guinness will rid off the fish bladder by-product in its beer starting 2016. The company said it intends to improve its manufacturing process and one way to do that is to make it vegan-friendly.
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The Difference Between Being Frugal and Being Cheap: Caring About Valuehttp://lifehacker.com/the-difference-between-being-frugal-and-being-cheap-ca-1740308813
Frugal people and people who are considered cheap both want to save money, but there’s a world of difference between frugality and being cheap. It’s all about the big picture.Daily Finance explains that while frugal people are concerned about how much things cost, they don’t base their spending decisions on the price tag, but rather the value of the item to their lives. They might spend for qualit
50 Lifehacker / by Melanie Pinola /


Jon Stewart Is Bringing Digital Content to HBOhttp://feeds.wired.com/c/35185/f/66...ging0Edigital0Econtent0Eto0Ehbo0C/story01.htm
The comedian will go from 22-minute episodes four nights a week on Comedy Central to "a few minutes of content now and again." The post Jon Stewart Is Bringing Digital Content to HBO appeared first on WIRED.
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BIKE CANDY

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Hammer Kraftrad new Website & Builthttp://www.themotart-journal.com/2015/10/hammer-kraftrad-new-website-built.html
.Michael Hammer from Hammer Kraftrad started with his new Website. He sent some pictures from his last built, a BMW R80 Monolever he built for Karl from Düsseldorf.
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BMW Kneelerhttp://sideburnmag.blogspot.com/2015/10/bmw-kneeler.html
This silver ingot was one of the many nutty bikes at the Westonzoyland sprint I went to a few weeks back. Held on a former WWII airfield, organised by the NSA. A great event. Young lasses and very, very old blokes alike, beating the crap out of equally modern and ancient machinery. Unlike the roped-off Pendine sands vintage hot rod sprint, the laid back set up in Somerset allows for an eyebrow con
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"Carbonesque"http://ottonero.blogspot.com/2015/10/carbonesque.html
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BMW R NineT by Gazda Gliwicehttp://racingcafe.blogspot.com/2015/10/bmw-r-ninet-by-gazda-gliwice.html
Foto: Facebook (BMW Van den Broeck Motors)
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HP2http://ottonero.blogspot.com/2015/11/hp2.html
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BMW K100 – Ed Turner Motorcycleshttp://www.pipeburn.com/home/2015/11/03/bmw-k100-ed-turner-motorcycles.html
Approaching one of the most enigmatic builders in the world with your idea for a custom build can be a nerve-racking experience, when you bring a limited budget and a quirky bike to the party you might want a stiff drink first. But for Karl “Ed” Renoult of France’s Ed Turner Motorcycles every new challenge is a chance to test his building skills and in this case give some attitude to a bike in
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Members with Birthdays this Month

Bench Racing and The Morning Reads starts with a Members with Birthdays this Month because first and foremost we are about members around here. Sometimes that means celebrating things like birthdays and sometimes it is about helping.

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Minimum wage. Should it be $15?


The title of this thread caught my eye. With some preconceptions I opened the thread and was a bit surprised when I read on.


My son Nick is doing a minimum wage type survey for his capstone at Marshall U. If you would take a minute and fill it out, I'd appreciate it. It is completely anonymous.

Here is the link:

Survey regarding the potential increase of minimum wage to $15 per hour in the US

He wants to get 250 responses and he's only had 61 so far.

Thanks to all who take the time to help him out...

Cheers,

Craig


I urge you to follow the hyperlink and take the survey. It only takes a few minutes. Help a fellow member help his son.


MOTORRÄD


ON THE TRACK

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SUPERBIKE

Arm pump surgery for Haslam as team talks continuehttp://www.worldsbk.com/en/news/2015/Arm+pump+surgery+for+Haslam+as+team+talks+continue
Leon Haslam undergoes operation in Spain; talking to four manufacturers for 2016.
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Sykes suffers bird strike in Jerez testinghttp://www.worldsbk.com/en/news/2015/Sykes+suffers+bird+strike+in+Jerez+testing
A positive outing for KRT, despite some incidents…
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Yamaha takes successful first steps to WorldSBK returnhttp://www.worldsbk.com/en/news/2015/Yamaha+takes+successful+first+steps+to+Superbike+return
Yamaha Motor Europe's return to the FIM Superbike World Championship began in earnest this week with a preliminary two-day test at the Circuito de Jerez, in Spain, introducing riders Alex Lowes and Sylvain Guintoli to the new Pata Yamaha YZF-R1.
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Exclusive: Althea Racing in 2016 in the colors of BMW in the 2016 Superbike World Championship with Althea and Milwaukee two top teams on BMW S1000RR will be traveling. It is already clear that there is a tough competition.http://www.speedweek.com/sbk/news/84121/Exklusiv-Althea-Racing-2016-in-den-Farben-von-BMW.html
Speed Week Superbike Newsoverview / by Ivo Schützbach /

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Grand Prix Single: 1962 Matchless G50 for Sale
Possibly less well known than the incredibly long-lived Norton Manx, the Matchless G50 was a beautifully simple Grand Prix race bike that used lightness and simplicity to great advantage, as seen in the photos of this bike

MOTOGP

THURSDAY

Press Release: Statement From The Permanent Bureauhttps://motomatters.com/press_release/2015/11/05/press_release_statement_from_the_permane.html
The Permanent Bureau issued the following official statement ahead of this weekend's race at Valencia: FIM MotoGP World Championship Statement from the Permanent Bureau Dear all, Please find below the statement issued by the Permanent Bureau during the meeting with the MotoGP riders at the Gran Premio Motul de la Comunitat Valenciana: First and foremost, sport must prevail. This Sunday is the las
13 MotoMatters.com / by Press Release /


CAS Rejects Valentino Rossi's Request To Suspend Penalty: Will Start From Back Of Grid At Valenciahttps://motomatters.com/news/2015/11/05/cas_rejects_valentino_rossi_s_request_to.html
The Court of Arbitration for Sport has rejected Valentino Rossi's request for a stay of his penalty, given to him at Sepang. The 3-point penalty, handed to him at Sepang for the incident he was involved in with Marc Marquez, means he will start from the back of the grid for the final race of the season at Valencia. Rossi will still be entitled to participate in Q2, if he finishes in the top ten after the three sessions of free practice, but the position he secures in Q2 will not count for his grid position. Everyone who qualifies behind him will be moved forward one position on the grid. The C
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2015 Valencia MotoGP Thursday Round Up: Strange Days In MotoGPhttps://motomatters.com/analysis/2015/11/06/2015_valencia_motogp_thursday_round_up_s.html
Thursday at Valencia was one of the strangest days in MotoGP that I have known since I first started covering the sport professionally. Maybe it's just the fact that the usual schedule was disrupted. Every race weekend has a rhythm: on Thursday, it's a late start, then rider debriefs, then a press conference, then work; on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, it's an early start, watch practice, rider deb
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2015 Valencia MotoGP Preview Press Releaseshttps://motomatters.com/press_release/2015/11/06/2015_valencia_motogp_preview_press_relea.html
Press releases from the teams and Bridgestone ahead of the final round of MotoGP this weekend at Valencia: Round Number: 18 Year: 2015 read more
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Rossi: “It will be a very intense weekend”http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/11/05/rossi-it-will-be-a-very-intense-weekend/188858
Valentino Rossi heads into the final round of the 2015 season with a seven point lead; can he take his tenth title?
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Marquez: “It’s been a difficult week”http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/11/05/marquez-it-s-been-a-difficult-week/188770
Marc Marquez aims to put the drama of the Malaysian GP behind him as he looks to end 2015 on a high note.
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Lorenzo: “There is a lot at stake”http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/11/05/lorenzo-there-is-a-lot-at-stake/188852
Jorge Lorenzo heads into the most difficult race of the 2015 season with everything on the line.
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HRC clarify situationhttp://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/11/05/hrc-clarify-situation/188897
Livio Suppo and Honda Racing Corporation held a press conference ahead of the Valencia GP to discuss recent events.
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FRIDAY

2015 Valencia MotoGP Friday Round Up: Goodbye To Two Legends, Tire Trouble and Money Woeshttps://motomatters.com/analysis/2015/11/07/2015_valencia_motogp_friday_round_up_goo.html
We are creatures of habit in the paddock. After having had our biorhythms put out of whack by a wild and weird Thursday, having bikes on the track on Friday brought us all back into line, and restored a sense of normality to MotoGP. This was a race weekend once again, and the arguments and backbiting have been put aside for a moment. Though the return of racing motorcycles going fast around a circ
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2015 Valencia Friday MotoGP Post-Practice Press Releaseshttps://motomatters.com/press_release/2015/11/06/2015_valencia_friday_motogp_post_practic.html
Press releases from the MotoGP teams and Bridgestone after the first day of practice at Valencia: Round Number: 18 Year: 2015 read more
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2015 Valencia Moto2 And Moto3 Friday Post-Practice Press Releaseshttps://motomatters.com/press_release/2015/11/06/2015_valencia_moto2_and_moto3_friday_pos.html
Press releases from the Moto2 and Moto3 teams after the first day of practice at Valencia: Round Number: 18 Year: 2015 read more
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A change of focus for Rossi?http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/11/06/a-change-of-focus-for-rossi/189192
With the CAS rejecting Valentino Rossi's appeal, many assumed he’d focus exclusively on race pace during practice. But has he?
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Rossi to fight for pole as 'normal'http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/121689
Valentino Rossi will approach Valencia Grand Prix qualifying as normal and aim for pole position even though he will automatically start last for the MotoGP title decider
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Lorenzo: “I feel strong”http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/11/06/lorenzo-i-feel-strong/189162
Jorge Lorenzo ends the first day of #TheGrandFinale feeling confident having topped practice.
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Marquez: “I got back to enjoying myself riding”http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/11/06/marquez-i-got-back-to-enjoying-myself-riding/189159
A positive start to the Gran Premio Motul de la Comunitat Valenciana for Marc Marquez, ending Friday in second.
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Pedrosa: “It’s not been a great start to the GP”http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/11/06/pedrosa-it-s-not-been-a-great-start-to-the-gp/189153
Third not enough for Dani Pedrosa as he struggles with rear grip issues at the Gran Premio Motul de la Comunitat Valenciana.
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UNDER THE POSTING WIRE

2015 Valencia MotoGP FP3 Results: Ianonne Spends A Soft Tyre Well
By the halfway mark of this practice session, Jorge Lorenzo's 1'31.111 from FP2 was still the quickest time of the weekend, but Marc Marquez, one of the riders improving early on their time from yesterday, consolidated his second place on the list posting a time within a tenth of a second slower than Lorenzo. In the last ten minutes, after everyone pitted in for the last dash, free practice three
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Nicky Hayden On Leaving MotoGP, And Rossi vs. Lorenzohttp://www.motorcyclistonline.com/2...d-rossi-vs-lorenzo-motorcyclist-magazine-news
©Motorcyclist It’s an emotional weekend in MotoGP for a lot of riders, and while Nicky Hayden isn’t in the thick of the championship fight he has his own reasons to be under pressure. The Valencia round marks the American veteran’s final round of MotoGP competition, capping a career that spanned 13 years of racing. In typical Kentucky fashion, though, Hayden refuses to add to the drama. “Well
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ON THE STREET

The Local Police of Sant Cugat is also committed to the BMW C Evolution http://solomoto.es/1/la-policia-local-de-sant-cugat-tambien-apuesta-por-el-bmw-c-evolution
NoticiasLa Barcelona town has acquired two models of electric scooter BMW for its fleet of vehicles and a BMW G 650 GS.Solomoto 43 last-articles / by Adrià Barrabino /

2015 BMW R 1200 R & 2016 R 1200 RS—Road Testhttp://www.ridermagazine.com/road-tests/2015-bmw-r-1200-r-2016-r-1200-rs-road-test.htm/
Completely restyled around BMW’s liquid-cooled 1,170cc boxer engine, the R 1200 R is pretty to look at, comfortable and performs like a naked sportbike. (Photos by Kevin Wing) The first motorcycle to be badged as a BMW was the R32, a stylish black beauty with white pinstriping that produced all of 8.5 horsepower from its 494cc flat-opposed twin-cylinder engine. It was born in 1923, and the “boxer”
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RoadRUNNER’s Bucket List Roads: Push Mountain Road (Aka Arkansas SR-341)http://www.roadrunner.travel/2015/1...roads-push-mountain-road-aka-arkansas-sr-341/
A Memorable Ride in the Ozarks – Although I have ridden extensively in the Ozarks previously, I recently enjoyed an awesome section of tarmac in north central Arkansas for the first time. SR 341 snakes its way through the Ozark National Forest along mountain ridges with numerous curves, frequent elevation changes, and gorgeous scenery. It’s […]
1 RoadRUNNER Motorcycle Touring & Travel Magazine / by RoadRUNNER


How to inspect a used motorcycle
If you’re in the market for a used motorcycle, you’ll need to know what to look for when you inspect the bike or you could end up with a lemon. Here is our guide on how to inspect a used bike: 1 LOOK Does the general condition look OK and is there a safety or roadworthy certificate? Does the bike look straight? Look from rear/front and side on. Are the wheels in line? Is the rear wheel square in
27 Motorbike Writer / by Mark Hinchliffe /


Is Ducati About To Release An Off Road Adventure Version Of The Multistrada?http://lanesplitter.jalopnik.com/is-ducati-about-to-release-an-off-road-adventure-versio-1740752797
The Ducati Multistrada is a wonderful, nearly uncrashable motorcycle...as long as you keep it on the pavement. It seems Bologna might be fed up with people laughing at their silly little wheels from their well-farkled German machines, but that might not be the case much longer. Read more...
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Recent research into the japanese motorcycle industry just publishedhttps://www.whatech.com/market-rese...e-japanese-motorcycle-industry-just-published
The report provides a basic overview of the industry including definitions, classifications, applications and industry chain structure. The Motorcycle market analysis is provided for the Japan markets including development trends, competitive landscape ...


MIC Report: Motorcycle Sales Up Through September 2015http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/2015/11/article/mic-report-motorcycle-sales-up-through-september-2015/
Motorcycle sales continue to creep upward according to the latest Quarterly Member Retail Sales Flash Report from theMotorcycle Industry Council. The grand total of units sold through September 2015, including Dual, Off-Highway, On-Highway motorcycles ...


Touring Tip: Avoid Becoming a Road Rage Victimhttp://www.roadrunner.travel/2015/11/06/touring-tip-avoid-becoming-a-road-rage-victim/
Stay Safe Out There – By now most of you likely have seen on social media or in news reports the road rage incident in Texas where a driver, apparently intentionally, swerves into a motorcycle passing him on a double yellow centerline. The passenger on the motorcycle received serious injuries and the driver of the […]
RoadRUNNER Motorcycle Touring & Travel Magazine / by RoadRUNNER


Husqvarna 701 Supermoto and Enduro launch reporthttp://www.morebikes.co.uk/husqvarna-701-supermoto-and-enduro-launch-report/
Tested by: Bruce Wilson This is the new 701 Supermoto and Enduro road-going models which mark a new era for Husqvarna, a company which since the KTM take-over is destined to release more road bikes in the future. Both of these new motorcycles share the same core components, including their 690cc single-cylinder engines which produce a credible 67bhp. The steel-trellis frame is also universal, as
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Ride-By-Wire Technology: Is It Safe?http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/ride-by-wire-technology-is-it-safe-mc-garage-motorcyclist-magazine
©Motorcyclist Triumph’s system shows how compact single-plate systems are, leaving more room under the tank. The term “give it some gas” is misleading. Twisting the grip doesn’t squirt more gas into the engine—at least not directly. It simply admits a larger volume of air that then draws more fuel into the cylinder. Managing airflow is what the throttle is all about, and over the decades th
Motorcyclist / by Marc Cook /


Benelli Teases the Return of a “Legend” – A Scrambler?http://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/benelli-scrambler-teaser/
Benelli is very much the forgotten Italian marque in the motorcycle industry, with Ducati, MV Agusta, and Aprilia (in that order, perhaps) taking most of the attention when it comes to motorcycle that hail from a country shaped like a boot. The brand has made some fantastic modern models, like […]The post Benelli Teases the Return of a “Legend” – A Scrambler? appeared first on Asphalt & Rubber
19 Asphalt & Rubber » Asphalt & Rubber / by Jensen Beeler /


House adopts Highway Bill amendments beneficial to motorcyclistshttps://motorsportsnewswire.wordpre...endments-beneficial-to-motorcyclists-1105158/
PICKERINGTON, OH – November 5, 2015 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – The U.S. House of Representatives adopted amendments to the federal Highway Bill on Thursday that includes good news for on- and off-highway motorcyclists, the American Motorcyclist Association announced. The Surface Transportation Reauthorization and Reform Act of 2015 approved today by a vote of 363 to 64 provides $325 billion over
3 motorsportsnewswire / by Motor Sports News... /


The Ducati Scrambler 400 Spotted?http://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/ducati-scrambler-400-spy-photos/
Italian magazine Motociclismo has what it says are the first spy shots of the rumored Ducati Scrambler 400, the small-displacement sibling to the current Ducati Scrambler. While normally it is easy to distinguish a new motorcycle model when it’s on the street, the photos from Motociclismo offer us little insight into how […]The post The Ducati Scrambler 400 Spotted? appeared first on Asphalt &
25 Asphalt & Rubber » Asphalt & Rubber / by Jensen Beeler /


Top 10 Misconceptions about Motorcycle Suspensionhttp://www.motorcycle.com/?p=31292
All motorcycles come with suspension, and some of those components have settings that the riders themselves can adjust. That’s great if you know what you’re doing. Some bikes have a wide variety of settings for the rider to fiddle with. Again, if you know what you’re doing, the extra adjustments are a huge benefit. However, with the increase in adjustments available, the number of wrong combinati
1 Motorcycle.Com Latest Articles Feed / by Evans Brasfield /


Ducati Multistrada recalled over sidestandhttp://motorbikewriter.com/ducati-multistrada-recalled-over-sidestand/
Ducati Multistrada 1200 Owners of 2015 and 2016 Multistrada 1200 and 1200 S models should check their bikes for a sidestand fault that could cause it to fall over. Ducati has issued a worldwide safety recall saying that some of the kickstands on these bikes have been manufactured with a support tube that has a wrong length and is out of tolerance. They say there is potential for a break at the wel
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GEAR

New Dowco Iron Rider Messenger bag is ready for your daily commutehttps://motorsportsnewswire.wordpre...-bag-is-ready-for-your-daily-commute-1105158/
MANITOWOC, WI – November 5, 2015 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Leading the way in motorcycle luggage, Dowco announces that it has expanded their luggage collection by adding the new Iron Rider Messenger Bag. The Messenger bag is intended to be worn while commuting, or mounted directly to the luggage rack or sissy bar of the motorcycle. “When riders work and live in an urban environment, their messe
1 motorsportsnewswire / by Motor Sports News... /


MC Garage Video: How To Replace Your Motorcycle Chain & Sprocketshttp://www.motorcyclistonline.com/m...orcycle-chain-sprockets-motorcyclist-magazine
http://cf.c.ooyala.com/g0YmJveDq9W1bpriCsGTxY4sIf4Z18eH/promo271102970 Please enable Javascript to watch this video Your bike's chain and sprockets have a tough job to do, and it's not like they get to work in a very clean environment. So even if you're diligent about cleaning and lubricating your chain as outlined in our last MC Garage video (see How To Properly Lubricate Your Chain), your chai
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MFW Vario Adjustable Footpegs Reviewhttp://www.ridermagazine.com/gear/mfw-vario-adjustable-footpegs-review.htm/
MFW Vario Adjustable Footpegs Finding a motorcycle with ergonomics that suit you shouldn’t be a matter of going from showroom to showroom sitting on different bikes until you find one that’s comfortable. But that’s how it works out sometimes, forcing you to pass up a bike you otherwise like because the seating position hurts your knees or back or wrists. While there are plenty of products to reloc
52 Rider Magazine /


Head-up display helmets defendedhttp://motorbikewriter.com/head-up-display-helmets-defended/
Hi-tech Iron Man style head-up display motorcycle helmets and aftermarket HUD units will be the next big thing in coming years. But some riders are not convinced about the technology. Some claim it could be distracting, others say it takes away the simplistic Zen mystique of riding and some fear it may even be illegal. The makers of the world’s first aftermarket HUD unit, BikeHUD Adventure, have
54 Motorbike Writer / by Mark Hinchliffe /




The MotherShip

Jay and Fish and a bike called S 1000 RRhttp://www.bmw-motorrad.com/com/en/.../com/en/individual/news/2011/news.jsp&id=4928
The joys of motorcycling are well known to owners and fans of motorcycles world-wide. But recently in America, the benefits of bikes got a major push to a wider audience when CNBC-TV’s popular and highly regarded TV automotive show ‘Jay Leno’s Garage’ returned to TV screens. The new season run of informative, witty, funny, educational viewing about basically anything to do with wheels and engines
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GS Trophy Southeast Asia qualifier held in Thailandhttp://www.bmw-motorrad.com/com/en/.../com/en/individual/news/2011/news.jsp&id=4949
There was a triple cause for celebration over the weekend of 30 October to 1 November in Bangkok, as BMW Motorrad Thailand celebrated its 15th anniversary by hosting a thrilling GS Trophy Southeast Asia Qualifier event held as part of its inaugural BMW Motorrad Days festival celebrations. ...
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Developing the new BMW Concept Stunt G 310http://www.bmw-motorrad.com/com/en/.../com/en/individual/news/2011/news.jsp&id=4947
The new BMW Concept Stunt G 310 looks like a fantastic bike to ride, which usually means that those involved with the design have had a lot of fun in the creative process from conception to delivery. To tell us more about this enjoyable journey is senior advanced designer Alexander Buckan. ...
BMW Motorrad News /


Japan ready for International GS Trophyhttp://www.bmw-motorrad.com/com/en/.../com/en/individual/news/2011/news.jsp&id=4946
Ever since the inaugural BMW International GS Trophy in 2008, Japan has always sent a team to the international finals to battle against the ‘best of the rest of the world’. Having contested previous events in Tunisia, South Africa, South America and Canada, the Japanese nation recently held its national qualifier and a trio of riders are now proudly looking forward to being part of the first ...
BMW Motorrad News /


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FORMULA 1

Mateschitz: Factory racing teams fear ushttp://www.pitpass.com/55131/Mateschitz-Factory-racing-teams-fear-us
Red Bull owner Dietrich Mateschitz scathing of rivals as he extends deadline.
2 Pitpass - the latest hottest F1 news / by editor@pitpass.co... /


Pirelli rules out Hamilton tyre requesthttp://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/121661
Pirelli is "unlikely" to agree to Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton's request for a bespoke tyre for next year's Mexican Grand Prix
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Raikkonen needs a firmer grip on the rules of racing | 2015 F1 seasonhttp://www.f1fanatic.co.uk/2015/11/05/raikkonen-needs-a-firmer-grip-on-the-rules-of-racing/
The past three races have not been shining examples of Kimi Raikonen's race craft and it may be time for him to brush up on the regulations.
100+ F1 Fanatic - The Formula 1 Blog / by Keith Collantine /


Bernie: Nico Could’ve Done A Better Jobhttp://planetf1.com/news/bernie-nico-couldve-done-a-better-job/
The post Bernie: Nico Could’ve Done A Better Job appeared first on PlanetF1.
PlanetF1 / by Michelle Foster /


Vettel dismisses 'underdog' taghttp://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/121687
Sebastian Vettel is determined to shake off the tag of 'underdog' in the future off the back of a positive debut Formula 1 season with Ferrari
51 F1 news - AUTOSPORT.com /


Haas chassis ‘probably better than Ferrari’s’ | F1 Fanatic Round-uphttp://www.f1fanatic.co.uk/2015/11/07/f1-fanatic-round-up-0711-3/
In the round-up: Haas chassis 'will be better than Ferrari's' • Zandvoort wants F1 back • McLaren 'needs more than just power unit gains'
69 F1 Fanatic - The Formula 1 Blog / by Keith Collantine /


Haas: We're not Ferrari's junior teamhttp://www.pitpass.com/55134/Haas-Were-not-Ferraris-junior-team
Gene Haas has dismissed claims that his team will effectively be Ferrari's B-team.
3 Pitpass - the latest hottest F1 news / by editor@pitpass.co... /


Formula 1: Have McLaren-Honda found answer to engine problems?http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/formula1/34722698
McLaren's engine partner Honda says it does not need a "miracle" to close its deficit to Mercedes by next season. McLaren and Honda have been about 2.5 seconds a lap off the pace in 2015, the large part of the gap down to the engine.


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BIKE CANDY

Travels With Barley

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My name is Barley. I’m a laid back eight year old golden retriever – a mix of field and conformation lines for you dog people – who lives at the end of a dirt road in an old hillside farmhouse surrounded by hardwood forest. Like my Dad, Peter, I’ve pretty much gone white around the muzzle. I have two younger brothers, Kazoo and Tulliver, both goldens. There’s a huge black cat named Nasdaq living here. He has pointy parts and has beat up dogs much larger than me, killed a fisher and maimed a coyote that attacked him, so we leave him alone except for the occasional humping.


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There is also a very pretty two-legged bitch who is Dad’s mate. She keeps sheep, bunnies and sometimes chickens – all of which are delicious! The problem is all those animals keep her from traveling with Dad. Just as well, I suppose. Dad says she has a fifty mile butt. I’m good for six hundred mile days, day after day.

I think that’s why Dad travels with me!


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These are the opening pictures and paragraphs from the Travels With Barley homepage. Following posts on the site and on the BMW MOA Forum many of us have enjoyed and vicarious traveled with this pair. After giving an introduction Barley’s family, thoughts on motorcycles and information on choosing a sidecar, the site chronicles Barley and Pete’s sidecar adventures from a Shake Down Cruies to North Bay Ontario and on. The homepage introduction concludes:

Welcome to our Webpage! Join us as we travel to some great places in the US and Canada, deal with the unexpected, meet some fantastic new friends on the road, figure out how to customize the rig so we’re both comfortable, learn the art of compromise, and form a bond of love and respect that has enriched both our lives.

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I must quickly confess I have been a casual follower of the website and the various posts on the forum. Yet, even as a casual follower of their adventures the introduction’s closing lines rang true with what I saw in those posts and heard from others. Every encounter on web brought a smile to my face.

Barley was mentioned in one member’s post and instantly the image of that big yellow motorcycle rig and Barley wearing his doggles flashed in my mind’s eye and a smile began to grow on my face. It kept growing until I began to comprehend what the poster was telling us. Barley was sick. He had cancer.

In a post titled 2015: Hints of Mortality readers were told of the diagnosis, lymphoma, and the treatment fight from January to mid May and remission. As a human survivor of non Hodgkin's lymphoma the drugs and the struggle described were all too clear to me. The post is hopeful and brings a smile to your face. Yet even after having my lymphoma in remission for 25 years this fall I understood Pete’s feelings when he wrote Full remission, though every little cut or incipient hot spot gives me pause.

I returned from a fun, productive yet particularly intense business trip this past week. I climbed into an airplane and found my seat at 5a.m. Eastern time Monday morning. I had planned on doing my first return post on Thursday but found myself banging together a post late Monday night. The Rossi and nonsense keeping me awake and going. Wednesday I found myself back at it again after an evening meeting which ran late.

The night before I post my normal routine is to cull through my feedly.com com reeder and other tools I use to put this thread together. The majority of what you see is put together and taken for a test run on the forum in a preview post to verify the links, videos and pictures all work. The posting morning I take one last look at the feeds for breaking news. I read what I wrote for the FWIW section or as comments to a post. You have been spared volumes of drivel by a good night sleep and morning edits. This Thursday was not a normal day.

Once the post passed the preview I went to bed and fell asleep hard. For some reason I work up wide awake just before 1am. Instead of struggling to go back to sleep I did my final feed scan, updated some things, deleted others, posted and went back to sleep. This allowed me the pleasure of hitting the snooze alarm twice. I was ready to poke it a third time when I remembered I had a very early breakfast meeting to review the disaster of the night before.

In record time I found myself in the Official-Fly-Overland Coffee shop pouring cream into a dark roast coffee and talking with my partner. We decided the previous night’s disaster freed us from working with a client we didn’t like. A review of corporate finances allowed us to order a couple of apple tarts to start our day.

By 8a.m. I was back in my office firing up my computer then my browser. My plan was to get my daily dose of procrastination out of the way early. I clicked on the MOA icon and then New Posts when the page came up. I quickly worked down the lists of threads by banging on the page down key. I could feel the smile on my face as I worked my way back up the page. I was certain I had seen Barley’s name and was scrolling up to find it. Suddenly I stopped experiencing Deja Vu All Over Again as the meaning of the thread title sunk in. I followed the link provided.

Blessings Be Upon Thee, Little One
November 3rd, 2015. In the past two weeks the cancer has taken a much more aggressive note. His cervical lymph nodes are so large he has trouble swallowing. His lungs and liver are involved and his serum calcium level is dangerously high. Our fantastic vet says he has another week at most, with his quality of life declining day by day.
I cannot ask such a wonderful companion to endure that for my sake, as much as it pains me. Sometimes the most loving gift of all is finding the courage to let go...



Since that, I have spent a fair amount of time poking around the Travels With Barley site. There is a post titled Barley’s Hopes for Dad. The piece is written as a farewell letter from Barley to Pete. It closes with these words.

Love and joy should be your focus. Expecting bad things will only sour you.
And most of all, I will be royally pissed if you don’t regift the love I’ve shared with you!
Woof!


Barley and Pete, thank you for regifting us with some of the love you shared with your web page, your posts and with everyone you met in your travels together.


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9 November 2015, Monday

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MOTORRÄD


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MOTOGP

2016 MotoGP™ provisional entry listhttp://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/11/07/2016-motogp-provisional-entry-list/189239
Provisional riders and teams have been announced for the MotoGP™ class in 2016.
4K news RSS on motogp.com - The Official MotoGP Website /


2016 Moto2™ provisional entry listhttp://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/11/07/2016-moto2-provisional-entry-list/189244
Provisional riders and teams have been announced for the Moto2™ class in 2016.
3K news RSS on motogp.com - The Official MotoGP Website /


2016 Moto3™ provisional entry listhttp://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/11/07/2016-moto3-provisional-entry-list/189241
Provisional riders and teams have been announced for the Moto3™ class in 2016.
2K news RSS on motogp.com - The Official MotoGP Website /


Lorenzo wins race and 2015 titlehttp://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/121706
Yamaha's Jorge Lorenzo soaked up late pressure from the Honda riders to win the Valencia Grand Prix and the 2015 MotoGP title, with championship rival Valentino Rossi a beaten fourth
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2015 Valencia MotoGP Race Results: Edge Of Your Seat
Cal Crutchlow's bike had issues on the grid and was walked to the pits and he would start from the last place, gifting Valentino Rossi one place at the back of the grid. Race Details Round Number: 18 2015 read more
1 MotoMatters.com / by Jared Earle /


The journey to Lorenzo’s fifth titlehttp://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/11/08/the-journey-to-lorenzo-s-fifth-title/188654
There’s never been a doubt of Jorge Lorenzo’s supreme talent on a motorcycle, his fifth world championship cementing him as a modern legend.
3K news RSS on motogp.com - The Official MotoGP Website /


Lorenzo's 2015 season in pictureshttp://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/11/08/lorenzo-s-2015-season-in-pictures/189444
The story of Jorge's 2015 season told in a collection of inspiring imagery.
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Lorenzo: “Now we can say we are five-time world champions”http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/...n-say-we-are-five-time-world-champions/189652
An incredible season sees Jorge Lorenzo take his fifth World Championship title, his third in the MotoGP™ class.
5K news RSS on motogp.com - The Official MotoGP Website /


Rossi: “It was unbelievable”http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/11/08/rossi-it-was-unbelievable/189611
Valentino Rossi makes an incredible charge through the field for fourth in the Valencia GP.
15K news RSS on motogp.com - The Official MotoGP Website /


Rossi: Marquez embarrassed MotoGPhttp://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/121708
Valentino Rossi says Marc Marquez embarrassed MotoGP and actively cost him the 2015 championship by sitting behind Jorge Lorenzo in the title-deciding Valencia Grand Prix
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Marquez: “With four laps to go I tried to pass”http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/11/08/marquez-with-four-laps-to-go-i-tried-to-pass/189645
A late charge from Marc Marquez saw him briefly challenge for victory, but forced to settle for second.
5K news RSS on motogp.com - The Official MotoGP Website /


Rossi: “It was unbelievable”http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/11/08/rossi-it-was-unbelievable/189611
Valentino Rossi makes an incredible charge through the field for fourth in the Valencia GP.
15K news RSS on motogp.com - The Official MotoGP Website /


Marquez denies protecting Lorenzohttp://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/121707
Marc Marquez insists he did his utmost to defeat Jorge Lorenzo in the Valencia Grand Prix and was not trying to prevent Valentino Rossi winning the MotoGP title
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Pedrosa: “I’m proud of my performance”http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/11/08/pedrosa-i-m-proud-of-my-performance/189649
The season ends with another podium for Dani Pedrosa, earning him fourth in the 2015 MotoGP™ championship.
3K news RSS on motogp.com - The Official MotoGP Website /


2015 Valencia MotoGP Post-Race Press Releaseshttps://motomatters.com/press_release/2015/11/08/2015_valencia_motogp_post_race_press_rel.html
Press releases from the MotoGP teams and Bridgestone after the final race of 2015 at Valencia: Round Number: 18 Year: 2015 read more
1 MotoMatters.com / by Press Release /


2015 Valencia Moto2 And Moto3 Post-Race Press Releaseshttps://motomatters.com/press_release/2015/11/08/2015_valencia_moto2_and_moto3_post_race_.html
Press releases from the teams in the Moto2 and Moto3 classes: Round Number: 18 Year: 2015 read more
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Motorcycling-Honda hit back at Rossi after 'bodyguard' outburst
Nov 8 (Reuters) - Honda hit back at Yamaha's Valentino Rossi after he accused their Spanish rider Marc Marquez of behaving like a 'bodyguard' to ensure compatriot Jorge Lorenzo won the MotoGP world championship in Valencia on Sunday.
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Former World Champ Marquez Angry On Valencia Cool-Down Laphttp://www.superbikeplanet.com/2015/Nov/15110893post.htm
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NHTSA Recall


Indian ( 15v721000 )http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners...searchCriteria.nhtsa_ids=15V721000&refurl=rss
Dated: OCT 30, 2015 Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chief Classic, Chief Vintage, Chieftain, Roadmaster, and 2016 Dark Horse motorcycles manufactured January 2, 2015, to Octob...
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The MotherShip

BMW Motorsport News – Issue 42/15.https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/glob...Id=6&id=T0242102EN&left_menu_item=node__10077
Bruno Spengler in action for “Drive like Bruno” – Félix da Costa narrowly misses out on Formula E podium in Malaysia.
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ON THE STREET

VW engineers admitted rigging CO2 emissions, report sayshttp://www.autonews.com/article/201...rs-admitted-rigging-co2-emissions-report-says
Several Volkswagen engineers have admitted manipulating carbon dioxide emissions data because goals set by former CEO Martin Winterkorn were difficult to achieve, Bild am Sonntag reporte
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The Nine best Six-Cylinder Engines of all timehttp://www.bmwblog.com/2015/11/08/the-nine-best-six-cylinder-engines-of-all-time/
Talk to most car enthusiasts, especially older ones who lived through the ’60s and ’70s, and you’ll hear most of them talk about big V8’s. The V8 seems to be the epitome of power and performance in the eyes of most enthusiasts. Mention a measly four-cylinder and their heads will turn sideways like a confused puppy. The bigger the better for most, especially Americans. But engines with only six cyl
7 Bmw Blog / by Nico DeMattia /


7 innovations in auto interiorshttp://www.autonews.com/article/20151108/OEM03/311099977/7-innovations-in-auto-interiors
In the digital age, technology is transforming what carmakers can do with interiors. The rise of autonomous driving will change how customers spend their time in the cabin.
18 Automotive News Breaking News Feed /


Volkswagen May Offer Cash to Ease Owners’ Irehttp://rss.nytimes.com/c/34625/f/64...ire0Bhtml0Dpartner0Frss0Gemc0Frss/story01.htm
In an effort to recover some good will, Volkswagen is expected to offer cash to the owners of diesel cars.
2K NYT > Automobiles / by JACK EWING /


Apparently Volkswagen Managers Are Now Afraid To Travel To The U.S.http://jalopnik.com/apparently-volkswagen-managers-are-now-afraid-to-travel-1741206418
Following the confiscation of a Volkswagen employee’s passport during a visit to the U.S., German newspaper Suddeutsche Zeitung reports that company managers now worry about making U.S. travel plans for fear of being held in the country. Read more...
20 Jalopnik / by Alanis King /


Aston Martin Made Bond’s New Spectre Car From Scratchhttp://feeds.wired.com/c/35185/f/66...ew0Espectre0Ecar0Efrom0Escratch0C/story01.htm
The automaker's design team turned a 2-D sketch into a film-ready car in blazing speed. The post Aston Martin Made Bond’s New Spectre Car From Scratch appeared first on WIRED.
2K WIRED / by Alex Davies /


Volkswagen Says Whistle-Blower Pushed It to Admit Broader Cheatinghttp://rss.nytimes.com/c/34625/f/64...ing0Bhtml0Dpartner0Frss0Gemc0Frss/story01.htm
Efforts to discover who was responsible for misconduct at the German carmaker have been hampered by a culture of silence and a fear of delivering bad news to superiors.
100+ NYT > Automobiles / by JACK EWING /


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FWIW

I am posting the race weekend update a day early. I want to clear the decks for rumor week. Traditionally what passes as news this week consists of round up articles about the past season followed with rumor articles.

This coming week, the industry press will be making their way to Milan for the EICMA show. The show doesn’t open to the public until the 19th. However, MOMO Design holds a press conference Thursday morning. Monday the 16th at 4 P.M. local time Ducati kicks the Press Conference Schedule off, followed by Honda and Yamaha with invitation only events. The time in between will be filled in by various accessory vendor events, FIM and other industry social events.

BMW’s press conference time slot is Tuesday 10:30 A.M. morning. This will be an event with two heavyweight lineups that will do much to mold the near future for BMW.

In the role of what most readers would call a heavyweight bike, a new K bike line will be unveiled. No one expects major changes in the K engine bay. The focus will be on how the designers and engineers have decided to wrap the engine. Five new K variants have been rumored. What exactly that means remains to be seen.

Look for a K-bagger. Baggers will be part of many manufacturer stands. The Roland Sands Concept 101 should have prepared everyone for the official factory model.How close it is to the RSD concept remains to be seen.

Touring H models have been rumored to be receiving an aerodynamic makeover. I have not seen any pictures. Will this K variant count as one or two of the rumored five.

I am looking forward to see the sporting models. The smaller sporting K models from this year will be dropped. How they will be replaced should be interesting. Expect sporting K models to include a naked version, but not as radical as the naked concept models seen earlier in the year. The European Motorrad presidents have been lobbying hard for this model. The concept models were an announcement to the world of things to come. A sport touring model will no doubt be part of the revised model line.

Finally, could this be the year the Concept 6 makes it to the showroom floor as the RS style sporting variant? I will never be able to afford one but man I would love to test drive one.

Heavyweight 300cc bikes may seem like an oxymoron. They are not. This year’s Milan show is suppose to be the debut for the BMW TVS collaboration in the sub 500cc market. The bike or bikes to be unveiled have been jointly develop but will be sold as TVS models in India and BMW models in the rest of the world. The expected 300cc bike will be the heavyweight of the TVS lineup which is dominated by India market friendly scooters and motorbikes with engine displacements starting with one. For BMW, what will be the smallest bike in their lineup may turn out to have a heavyweight impact on the Roundels future in world markets. I am expecting two model variants to be presented to the press.

The core model will be a handsome standard, perhaps similar to the 180cc Apache. This is a mandatory model for any manufacturer in the India market. This will model will pay the bills, send worker and manager’s children to school and pay profits to investors. The pictures that have come out have shown an aggressive but appealing appearance. Rear suspension appears to be a mono shock. How stout the suspension, frame or other mechanical bits are remains to be seen.

Look for a second sport model to be on the stand with the standard. I expect it will have a full sport fairing look to compete with the other street going sportbikes marketed to the Moto3 type riding crowd. The suspension spec sheet will be the big reveal. This class is defined by engine capacity, thus not subject to the 60’s muscle car type displacement capacity arms race many of us enjoyed in our youth. No, suspensions and frames will be the battle field for manufactures in this class. A 300cc motorcycle is way down on capacity from what many of us are accustomed too. Throw your leg across one of the competitors offerings and you will experience an incredible amount of riding fun that happens long before your DL and its motorcycle endorsement are put at risk. The first year model will be the baseline for springs and electronic suspension management(if any). I can’t wait.

Sorry GS fans. I do not expect any GS type variant in this model. The closest you might come is a SM, but I don’t even expect that. TVS does not need it in India. BMW does not need a 300cc GS for its purposes. Look for a GS and all its siblings next year. The sub 500cc GS/Scrambler/SM battle is taking place in the 400cc range.

BMW has stated it will offer the 300s in all of its world markets. Yes they will be coming to a BMW showroom near you. You will see and have a chance to ride one. What you will see on the price tag will be interesting subject. Over the years the US and Canada have seen prices often weighted to our advantage when compared to the same bike in other markets. Germany,the largest BMW market, often paid the highest price for their native built Roundel model. With this model we may find the North American delivery price on the upper end of the spread. I suspect the good news when pricing is announced late next spring it will be just on the high side of the Japanese competition. This strategy worked nicely for the S 1000 RR.

Keep in mind all this FWIW speculation and a five dollar bill will get you a large cup of coffee with room for cream and change. That is what I have been purchasing while you have been reading this I will be back later this week, hopefully with a post full of rumors from the press arriving in Milan and the EICMA. I love this part of the motorcycle year.


Building the BMW Sauber Formula One carhttp://www.bmwblog.com/2015/11/07/building-the-bmw-sauber-formula-one-car/
The following video takes us through the process of building a Formula One car. The 30 minutes footage focuses on the BMW Sauber F1 racing car and it’s quite fascinating. When BMW announced their retirement from Formula 1 in 2009, it left BMW and F1 fans with the feeling that the Motorsport division has yet to achieved its potential. Looking in retrospective, the decision to leave the F1 ring was
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McLaren Sports Series Shooting Brakehttp://www.topspeed.com/cars/mclaren/2017-mclaren-sports-series-shooting-brake-ar171689.html
A company that used to build just one road-going sports car at a time until a couple of years ago, McLaren Automotive has evolved into a full-fledged automaker that now offers a full lineup of vehicles. Its current stable includes three series of sports cars and five nameplates (not including roadsters and track-prepped versions), but McLaren won’t stop here just yet. New models are set to follow
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Sony Alpha 7 II Firmware Update Adds Uncompressed RAW Support And Phase Detect AFhttp://www.techtimes.com/articles/1...ompressed-raw-support-and-phase-detect-af.htm
Sony continues to improve its full-frame cameras with support for uncompressed RAW files. The Alpha 7 II is the latest to receive support.
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Hyperloop Technologies CEO Says Technology Could Arrive In Only Five Yearshttp://www.techtimes.com/articles/1...nologies-ceo-technology-arrive-five-years.htm
Those excited to ride on the Hyperloop on their own will be pleased to know that they could be riding using the tech in only five years. At least, that's what Hyperloop Technologies CEO Rob Lloyd is aiming to accomplish.
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Inventor Creates Tiny Device that Stops Snoring
Two years ago a doctor fixed my sleep apnea with a special mouthpiece. If I had a more severe case, I'd have to sleep hooked up to the decidedly design-challenged CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) machine. Take a look at your average CPAP:I'll say you have to already be married to get one of these. Because if you're single, and you think that cute girl or guy you're courting is going to b
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The Best Wine Substitutes for Deglazing Your Pan (and More)http://skillet.lifehacker.com/the-best-wine-substitutes-for-deglazing-your-pan-and-m-1740881279
Like Julia Child before me, I enjoy cooking with wine, and find that it works just as well as a companion as it does an ingredient. But every once in awhile I’ll find the wine rack empty. This is unfortunate, but there are a couple of great substitutes already in your pantry perfect for deglazing.Wine is a great cooking tool. You can use it to deglaze a pan, removing the little flavorful, carameli
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Bill Simmons Working On HBO Documentary About Andre The Gianthttp://www.techtimes.com/articles/1...mmons-working-hbo-documentary-andre-giant.htm
This will reportedly be one of the first projects from the sports personality since he left ESPN for HBO.
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R1200GS-LWhttp://rocket-garage.blogspot.com/2015/11/r1200gs-lw.html
BMW R1200GS Scrambler by Motorieep LW for light weight, only 168 kg for 100 cv
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The long road to perfection: Berham’s BMW R100http://www.bikeexif.com/berham-customs-bmw-r100
The custom world is saturated with chopped-up BMWs, so it takes something unusual to pique our interest. This sleek little number from Berham Customs of Berlin will do just nicely. Part café, part roadster, ‘VENR’ is a 1978 airhead with an odd mix of styles—slender bodywork sitting above the hefty stock motor, in perfect contrast. Builders Felix Pilz and Martien Delfgaauw have achieved a strange
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Cafe Racer Design SourceBMW R80 @caferacerdesignhttp://caferacerdesign.com/post/132...n-source-bmw-r80-caferacerdesign#.Vj_WqvmrTIU
Cafe Racer Design SourceBMW R80 @caferacerdesign
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12 November 2015, Thursday - Late edition

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MOTORRÄD


ON THE TRACK

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SUPERBIKE

Nick Hayden Gets Seat Time On Honda Superbikehttp://www.superbikeplanet.com/2015/Nov/15111169s.htm
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WorldSBK ready for another massive presence at EICMAhttp://www.worldsbk.com/en/news/2015/WorldSBK+ready+for+another+massive+presence+at+EICMA
The WorldSBK Paddock Show will host a remarkable series of activities, welcome gifts and future stars of the championship.
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MOTOGP

2015 Valencia Sunday MotoGP Round Up: How Championships Are Won, Lost, And Destroyedhttps://motomatters.com/analysis/2015/11/09/2015_valencia_sunday_motogp_round_up_how.html
They say that truth is stranger than fiction. The more pressing question is how to distinguish between the two. Narratives are easily created – it is my stock in trade, and the trade which every sports writer plies – but where does stringing together a collection of related facts move from being a factual reconstruction into the realms of invented fantasy? When different individuals view the same
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Lorenzo: I beat Rossi in everythinghttp://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/121711
Jorge Lorenzo says he "clearly deserves" the 2015 MotoGP world championship and will not let the Marc Marquez controversy tarnish his defeat of Valentino Rossi
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Marquez 'insulted' by Rossi claimshttp://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/121712
Marc Marquez said he felt "insulted" by Valentino Rossi's suggestion he held back from challenging Jorge Lorenzo for Valencia Grand Prix victory to influence the 2015 MotoGP championship result
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Casey Stoner To Become Ducati MotoGP Test Rider?http://www.superbikeplanet.com/2015/Nov/151111mnbcs.htm
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Stoner in talks over Ducati rolehttp://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/121754
The Ducati MotoGP team has confirmed approaching Casey Stoner about the possibility of a 2016 tie-up, amid rumours of wildcard appearances in grands prix
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Valencia Michelin Test Quote Machine Finalhttp://www.superbikeplanet.com/2015/Nov/151111armisticeday.htm
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Rossi worried about Michelin switchhttp://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/121725
Valentino Rossi admits Michelin's MotoGP tyres have not so far suited the Yamaha, as post-season testing on the new rubber kicks off at Valencia
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2016 MotoGP Provisional Rider Line Uphttps://motomatters.com/news/2015/11/09/2016_motogp_provisional_rider_line_up.html
N° RIDER NATIONALITY TEAM MACHINE 4 ANDREA DOVIZIOSO ITALIAN DUCATI RACING TEAM DUCATI 6 STEFAN BRADL GERMAN APRILIA RACING TEAM GRESINI APRILIA 8 HECTOR BARBERA SPANISH AVINTIA RACING DUCATI 9 DANILO PETRUCCI ITALIAN OCTO PRAMAC RACING DUCATI 15 ALEX DE ANGELIS SAN MARINO IODARACING PROJECT ART 19 ALVARO BAUTISTA SPANISH APRILIA RACING TEAM GRESINI
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2016 Provisional Moto2 Rider Line Uphttps://motomatters.com/news/2015/11/09/2016_provisional_moto2_rider_line_up.html
N° RIDER NATIONALITY TEAM MACHINE 2 JESKO RAFFIN SWISS STOP AND GO RACING TEAM KALEX 3 SIMONE CORSI ITALIAN SPEED UP SPEED UP 5 JOHANN ZARCO FRENCH AJO MOTORSPORT KALEX 7 LORENZO BALDASSARI ITALIAN FORWARD TEAM KALEX 10 LUCA MARINI ITALIAN FORWARD TEAM KALEX 11 SANDRO CORTESE GERMAN DYNAVOLT INTACT GP KALEX 12 THOMAS LUTHI SWISS DERENDINGER I
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2016 Provisional Moto3 Rider Line Uphttps://motomatters.com/news/2015/11/09/2016_provisional_moto3_rider_line_up.html
N° RIDER NATIONALITY TEAM MACHINE 4 FABIO DI GIANNANTONIO ITALIAN GRESINI RACING Moto3 HONDA 5 ROMANO FENATI ITALIAN SKY RACING TEAM VR46 KTM 6 MARIA HERRERA SPANISH TEAM LAGLISSE KTM 7 ADAM NORRODIN MALAYSIAN DRIVE M7 SIC RACING TEAM HONDA 8 NICOLO BULEGA ITALIAN SKY RACING TEAM VR46 KTM 9 JORGE NAVARRO SPANISH ESTRELLA GALICIA 0,0 HONDA 10 AL
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Barbera: “Winning the Open Championship at home is great"http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/...the-open-championship-at-home-is-great/189765
The Open Championship went to the last race of the year, Hector Barbera claiming the title with an Open class victory.
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Rossi: Loss will take 'months' to healhttp://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/121758
Valentino Rossi believes it will take him "months" to come to terms with how he lost the 2015 MotoGP world championship
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Lorenzo: Rossi's anger understandablehttp://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/121756
Jorge Lorenzo says he understands why his Yamaha team-mate Valentino Rossi blamed his MotoGP title defeat on Marc Marquez
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ON THE STREET

BMWs electric S1000RR revealedhttp://www.visordown.com/motorcycle-news-new-bikes/bmws-electric-s1000rr-revealed/28444.html
HERE'S BMW's just-unveiled electric superbike using the chassis of an S1000RR. Called the eRR, it's been created to unite the high-speed performance of the S1000RR with the apparently even better 0-30mph acceleration of BMW's electric scooter, the C evolution. BMW Motorrad head Stephan Schaller said the S1000RR was 'setting standards' in sport for acceleration, top speed and handling, adding: 'However, if acceleration on the first metres, up to 50 [or] 60kph, is the point, the RR’s 199hp have to admit defeat by another BMW product: the C evolution with its electric drive.
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FWIW I love this unpredictable time before EICMA

FIRST LOOK: BMW’s Entry Level G310R Is Here For 2016!http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/f...-g310r-is-here-for-2016-motorcyclist-magazine
To absolutely no one’s surprise, BMW officially announced the G310, a single-cylinder entry-level machine due here in early 2016 to take up the battle with KTM’s Duke 390 and RC390, as well as the small-scale roadsters from Japan. As part of BMW’s plans for global domination, the G310 shores up the brand’s low-cost segment, currently bedrocked by the G650 thumpers. What’s more, it’s expected to b
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Why I Got Rid of My BMW GS and Bought a Scrambler Insteadhttp://www.advpulse.com/adv-bikes/why-i-got-rid-of-my-bmw-gs-and-bought-a-scrambler-instead/
Many of you may translate the title of this article as “My Quick Fall into Insanity”. So let me be clear about where this article is headed. My goal here is not to make a case for why the Triumph Scrambler is better than any BMW GS, nor is it to presume that my choice […] The post Why I Got Rid of My BMW GS and Bought a Scrambler Instead appeared first on ADV Pulse.
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Mystery new BMW boxer to be shown next Tuesdayhttp://www.visordown.com/motorcycle...bmw-boxer-to-be-shown-next-tuesday/28449.html
BMW will unveil a new boxer-engined bike at the Eicma motorcycle show in Milan next Tuesday, the firm has just confirmedIt said bikes to debut at the show would include a new 'model from the R series' - the designation given to all its boxer-engined machines - as well as a new member of the R nineT family, which is probably the Scrambler we already know about.We think the mystery boxer will be the new R1200S that reliable German magazine Motorrad predicted back in June, with the rendering you see here.BMW said: 'A new BMW Motorrad model from the R series will be presented to the
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Fast Motorcycle Industry Newshttp://cyrilhuzeblog.com/2015/11/12/fast-motorcycle-industry-news-204/
Kenny Price, Founder And CEO Of Samson exhaust Has Come Out Of Retirement. Soon after the move to Sturgis, Kenny decided to retire and hand over business operations to the team. In doing so production suffered, and in turn, deliverability, innovation, and new products also... This is a content summary only. Click on headlines for full links, images, other content and more!
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New sports touring tyre from Metzelerhttp://www.morebikes.co.uk/new-sports-touring-tyre-from-metzeler/
Metzeler has launched a new sports touring tyre, the Roadtec 01. Metzeler calls this a sports touring tyre developed to offer class leading levels of grip in all weather conditions, perfect for sports touring, naked/sports bikes and adventure machines. The manufacturer also promises high-mileage and consistent ‘wear’ as well as stability at high speed and with the bike fully loaded. The Roadtec
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SCOOP: Pictures of finished Enfield Himalayan appear showing finished bikehttp://www.morebikes.co.uk/scoop-pi...field-himalayan-appear-showing-finished-bike/
Here’s the latest pictures to surface of the Royal Enfield Himalayan – the small capacity off-roader that’s going to launch in the next month. Th e pictures have been leaked by Indian site Motoroids and show the bike on the production line, nearly ready to go. It’s not going to be the sort of motorcycle that’ll pull your arms out of their sockets, but it’s exactly because it’s a big of an easy
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Report: Royal Enfield Himalayan arrival delayedhttp://canadamotoguide.com/2015/11/10/report-royal-enfield-himalayan-arrival-delayed/
Indian press reporting Royal Enfield adventure bike to be delayed until next February.
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The 2016 Indian Chief Dark Horse motorcycle.http://www.topix.com/motorcycles/2015/11/the-2016-indian-chief-dark-horse-motorcycle?fromrss=1
The Massachusetts-based motorcycle manufacturer turned out iconic bikes from 1901 until they went out of business in 1953. Since then various fits and starts of licensing and rebranding had been attempted, but it wasn't until 2011 that snowmobile giant Polaris bought the rights to the marque and started the from-scratch engineering of these head-turners.
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The World’s Biggest Running Motorcycle. The Gunbus 410.http://cyrilhuzeblog.com/2015/11/10/the-worlds-biggest-running-motorcycle-the-gunbus-410/
One I forgot in my files… You may have seen bigger that the Gunbus 410, but probably it was not a true running motorcycle, riding like a real life motorcycle… It is manufactured by a company located in the south-west of Germany. Giant toy or not, all components are... This is a content summary only. Click on headlines for full links, images, other content and more!
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Bimota to Unveil Updated Tesi and other Bikes/Technologies at EICMAhttp://blog.motorcycle.com/?p=53777
International Motorcycle Exhibition Eicma 2015 holds some big news for Bimota fans. On Tuesday, November 17, 2015 at 9:00am at the Bimota stand inside the Fiera di Milano Rho, Hall. 9, the world will get to see Bimota’s newest creations. These include the Tesi 3D RaceCafe, Impeto, and the BB3 Kit. Additionally, Bimota will display other technology it has been developing. Tesi 3D RaceCafe If you’re
85 Motorcycle.Com Latest Articles Feed / by Evans Brasfield /


New Triumph Street Triple R and Street Triple S: Hooligan enough?http://www.motofire.com/2015/11/new...triple-r-and-street-triple-s-hooligan-enough/
British brand announces updates for 2016 models, but is it enough for the new world of Super Naked lunacy that we’re living in? Triumph announced their plans for the new Street Triple R and S today and keen to promote the legacy of what they call the ‘first factory street fighter’ the Leicestershire-based firm have met the demands of their competition with a raft of changes and updates to get to g
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Walk-Around Video of New Lightweight Honda Twin (Bike Reports) (News)http://www.motorcycledaily.com/2015/11/walk-around-video-of-new-lightweight-honda-twin/
Below is a video posted to YouTube that will give you a pretty good, close-up look at the Honda small displacement twin sport model that should enter production shortly. The Honda representative interviewed as part of the video essentially concedes that the bike is headed for production when he chuckles about the Akrapovic exhaust being […]
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MotoAmerica publishes updated race ruleshttp://www.dealernews.com/dealernews/article/motoamerica-publishes-updated-race-rules
COSTA MESA, Calif. - MotoAmerica has changed its technical regulations for the 2016 MotoAmerica AMA/FIM North America Road Racing Series to align them more closely with the technical regulations used in World Championship competition. The updated rules have been published by the AMA and FIM North America. "Not a lot has changed really," said MotoAmerica partner Chuck Aksland. "We've
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GEAR

Zeus Handy Toolhttp://www.baggersmag.com/zeus-handy-tool
You never know what kind of trouble you could run into on your motorcycling adventures. Better to be more prepared for a mishap than to not be prepared at all. That said, a multi-tool is a must-have saddlebag essential because A, it forces you to channel your inner MacGyver, and B, they're very functional tools that come equipped with the essentials. We found the Handy Tool, and definitely liked
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Butler Motorcycle Maps: Oregonhttp://www.ridermagazine.com/new-and-cool/butler-motorcycle-maps-oregon.htm/
Butler Motorcycle Maps recently released an all-new Oregon map featuring 5,385 miles of the best motorcycle roads in the Northwest highlighted, rated and described, from the high desert to the Cascade and Coastal mountain ranges and more. Butler Motorcycle Maps are developed for real motorcycle travel and are printed on highly durable and waterproof paper. The easy-to-read rating system indicates
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Badlands Jacket and Pant from KLIMhttp://www.ridermagazine.com/new-and-cool/badlands-jacket-and-pant-from-klim.htm/
The Badlands Jacket and Pant from KLIM feature massive storage capacity, an advanced armor system, Gore-Tex Pro Shell weatherproof technology, abrasion and cut resistance, and more. The Badlands adventure jacket and pants include full-tech D3O armor with adjustable pockets for refined placement. Elbow, shoulder, back, hip and knee armor are included. The jacket has a new collar, and venting ports
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BMW R nineT Scrambler to Debut at EICMAhttp://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/bmw-r-ninet-scrambler/
In addition to the electric BMW eRR and learner-focused BMW G310R that we will see at the upcoming EICMA show, BMW Motorrad has confirmed that the highly rumored and expected BMW R nineT Scrambler will become an official model, debuting at the trade show in Milan, Italy. “With the countless […]The post BMW R nineT Scrambler to Debut at EICMA appeared first on Asphalt & Rubber.
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BMW sales up 4.3 percent for Octoberhttp://www.dealernews.com/dealernews/article/bmw-sales-43-percent-october
MUNICH, Germany - Strong sales momentum at BMW Motorrad continued in October with a total of 9,211 units sold in the month, an increase of 4.3 percent compared with the same month last year, the company said. In the first 10 months of the year, 121,622 customers around the world took delivery of a BMW Motorrad vehicle, up 11.5 percent from the same period last year. From a press release
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Motorcycle Parts and Vintage Motorcycle Partshttp://thekneeslider.com/motorcycle-parts-and-vintage-motorcycle-parts/
Even if nothing goes wrong, if you ride long enough, your bike will need some regular maintenance, and when things do go wrong, you need parts. We're working hard to make it easier for you to find what you need. As many of you know, The Kneeslider is an eBay partner and you can now […]
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NHTSA Recall


BMW issued a recall on the C600 SPORT, and C650GT modelshttp://wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/Saf-Sec-Sur/7/VRDB-BDRV/search-recherche/detail.aspx?lang=eng&rn=2015527
On certain motorcycles, the front brake hose could fatigue and crack due to tight left turning manoeuvres. The outer protective covering of the brake hose may kink due to excessive bending stress, causing the outer...
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BMW issued a recall on the 3 DOOR, and 5 DOOR modelshttp://wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/Saf-Sec-Sur/7/VRDB-BDRV/search-recherche/detail.aspx?lang=eng&rn=2015528
On certain vehicles, seat cushion parts installed in the front passenger seat as service replacement parts may have been incorrectly calibrated. This could cause the occupant classification system to misinterpret...
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BMW issued a recall on the 5 SERIES modelhttp://wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/Saf-Sec-Sur/7/VRDB-BDRV/search-recherche/detail.aspx?lang=eng&rn=2015517
Certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 210.2 - Lower Universal Anchorage Systems for Restraint Systems and Booster Cushions. The inboard child restraint...
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Rolls-Royce ( 15v695000 )http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners...searchCriteria.nhtsa_ids=15V695000&refurl=rss
Dated: OCT 22, 2015 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one model year 2015 Rolls-Royce Ghost manufactured on January 23, 2014. The affected vehicle has thorax air bags fitted to both front seats that may fail ...
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The MotherShip

BMW Motorrad at EICMA 2015. The model initiative enters the next round.https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/glob...lId=6&id=T0242825EN&left_menu_item=node__4534
With a world premiere, five motorshow premieres and a new Make Life a Ride stand design BMW Motorrad performes at the EICMA motorcycle show from 17. – 22. November 2015 in hall 13 on the Milan trade fair grounds.
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BMW Motorrad at EICMA 2015. The model initiative enters the next round.https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/ital...Id=10&id=T0242924IT&left_menu_item=node__4534
With a world premiere, five motorshow premieres and a new Make Life a Ride stand design BMW Motorrad performes at the EICMA motorcycle show from 17. – 22. November 2015 in hall 13 on the Milan trade fair grounds.
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Destination Milan for the EICMA 2015 – and big surpriseshttp://www.bmw-motorrad.com/com/en/.../com/en/individual/news/2011/news.jsp&id=4967
EICMA is the biggest event in the world dedicated to two wheels and it’s happening from 17 to 22 November in Milan, Italy. Attracting exhibitors and enthusiasts from across the globe, it’s THE place to get a first glimpse of what motorcyclists are going to be riding, wearing and using next year and beyond. As always, BMW Motorrad will be one of the main attractions, especially with some exciting ...
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BMW Group sales in October higher than everhttps://www.press.bmwgroup.com/glob...elId=6&id=T0242428EN&left_menu_item=node__804
BMW Group sales up 7.1% in first ten months to 1,836,464 +++ Growth in all three main sales regions +++ BMW X range shows strong growth +++ High customer demand for new BMW 7 Series +++ MINI sales up 15.4% in year-to-date: global deliveries total 272,819 +++
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BMW Motorrad sets course for future growthhttps://www.press.bmwgroup.com/lati...lId=13&id=T0242723EN&left_menu_item=node__803
Target of 200,000 units by 2020 New markets: business growth in Asia and Latin America New BMW premium offering in segment below 500 cc Urban mobility to include smaller scooters Major expansion of retail network Current model offensive extended
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2015 BMW M Award: Marc Marquez wins the exclusive BMW M6 Convertible.https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/cana...Id=21&id=T0242703EN&left_menu_item=node__8122
In the 2015 season, Marc Marquez was the fastest MotoGPTM qualifier for the third time in a row – Official presentation ceremony at the season finale in Valencia. Valencia (ES), 7th November 2015. The 2015 BMW M Award goes to: Marc Marquez. The Spaniard was again the fastest qualifier in this MotoGP season and secured the coveted prize for the third time in a row. The BMW M Award has been presente
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BMW Motorrad presents the experimental vehicle eRR. Supersport dynamism and zero emission thanks to electric power.https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/ital...Id=10&id=T0242662IT&left_menu_item=node__6629
BMW Motorrad has a long tradition in pointing out new ways and thoughts for the topic „mobility on two wheels“. For that, again and again many studies were presented in the past giving views to the future. The experimental vehicle eRR, created as a project with the Technical University of Munich, embodies an idea of an electric powered supersport motorcycle made by BMW Motorrad.
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The new BMW G 310 R.https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/lati...d=13&id=T0242392EN&left_menu_item=node__10397
The new BMW G 310 R – the first BMW roadster under 500 cc.
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Statement by Peter Schwarzenbauer, Member of the Board of Management of BMW AG, MINI, BMW Motorrad, Rolls-Royce, Aftersales BMW Group, and Stefan Schaller, President BMW Motorrad; Press Conference Business Domain Strategy BMW Motorrad on 11 November 2015https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/glob...elId=6&id=T0242543EN&left_menu_item=node__807
Statement Schwarzenbauer and Schaller, Press Conference Business Domain Strategy BMW Motorrad
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Personnel changes at the BMW Grouphttps://www.press.bmwgroup.com/cana...lId=21&id=T0242262EN&left_menu_item=node__808
Effective 1 December 2015, Olaf Kastner will take over as head of the BMW Group’s China sales region from Karsten Engel, who will be returning to Germany. Kastner was previously head of the BMW Brilliance Automotive joint venture, which produces and markets vehicles in China for the BMW Group and its Chinese partner, Brilliance China Auto Holding. Anton Heiss will assume the president and CEO of B
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BMW Group acquires Chinese leasing provider Herald International Financial Leasing Co., Ltd.https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/glob...elId=6&id=T0242422EN&left_menu_item=node__804
The BMW Group is strengthening its position in the growing Chinese auto market with the acquisition of Herald International Financial Leasing Co., Ltd. (Herald Leasing), one of the country’s leading leasing providers. With this move, the company is responding to the increasing importance of the emerging leasing business in the world’s largest vehicle market and laying the foundation for further gr
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MINI announces global driver line-up of MINI ALL4 Racing crews to challenge 2016 Dakar Rallyhttps://www.press.bmwgroup.com/glob...lId=6&id=T0241948EN&left_menu_item=node__5127
Make no mistake: Dakar Rally is the cross-country race of all cross-country races simply by being the toughest automotive race on earth. Despite its fearsome reputation, MINI with its MINI ALL4 Racing has achieved four (2012-2015) consecutive Dakar wins and now looks to a fifth demolition of the competition in 2016. MINI’s bid to secure the 2016 Dakar Rally has already begun with the announcement
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EuroCarBody Award 2015 goes to the Carbon Core body of the new BMW 7 Series.https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/usa/...=9&id=T0242702EN_US&left_menu_item=node__4312
Unique composite material made of CFRP, aluminium and steel developed as part of BMW EfficientLightweight for the new generation of the luxury sedan receives the world's leading award for innovations in body construction with a new record score.
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Lorenzo: “We are half a second slower than the last GP”http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/11/13/lorenzo-we-are-half-a-second-slower-than-the-last-gp/190130
The new MotoGP™ World Champion Jorge Lorenzo talks about his relationship with Movistar Yamaha teammate Valentino Rossi.
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Espargaro: “We decided to change the bike a lot”http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/11/13/espargaro-we-decided-to-change-the-bike-a-lot/190113
Three crashes prompt Aleix Espargaro and his Team Suzuki Ecstar crew to radically change his GSX-RR during the Valencia Test.
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Dovizioso: “All things considered I felt OK”http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/11/13/dovizioso-all-things-considered-i-felt-ok/190100
A steady start to the 2016 season for Andrea Dovizioso as he completes 128 laps of the Valencia circuit during testing.
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Barbera: “I’ve always been far from the limit of the tyres”http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/...s-been-far-from-the-limit-of-the-tyres/190099
Quietly going about his business, Hector Barbera did 100 laps in Valencia and ended 14th.
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Bradl: “These were definitely two demanding days”http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/11/13/bradl-these-were-definitely-two-demanding-days/190097
2016 gets underway for Stefan Bradl and Aprilia in Valencia, the German ending as the leading Aprilia.
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Jerez Moto2 Test Thursday Times: Rins Fastest As Kent And Oliveira Make Their Debuthttps://motomatters.com/results/2015/11/12/jerez_moto2_test_thursday_times_rins_fas.html
Thursday times from the Moto2 and Moto3 test at Jerez. More bikes are present, but not all are running with transponders. Race Details 2016 read more
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Hernandez: “We finished just 1.5 seconds off the best lap"http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/...shed-just-1-5-seconds-off-the-best-lap/190109
Yonny Hernandez makes his debut with the Aspar Team and begins to learn the Michelin tyres.
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More Images From the Valencia Michelin MotoGP Testhttp://www.superbikeplanet.com/image/2015/motogp/valencia-test-nov/2/
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Ducati Confirms Interest In Working With Casey Stoner Againhttp://www.roadracingworld.com/news/?id=8fdd3d33-e84f-400f-ade6-637cadca8b9e
Ducati is interested in reuniting with retired two-time MotoGP World Champion Casey Stoner to work together in the future, but Ducati is not discussing exactly what they might have in mind for the 30-year-old Australian.“As you know, Casey ...
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One Championship, but Two Championshttp://bikeindia.in/one-championship-but-two-champions/
Jorge Lorenzo may have become the 2015 MotoGP World Champion, but it is Valentino Rossi who will be talked about whenever conversation veers towards the season finale at Valencia The year 2015 should have been carved into the memory of every motorcycle racing fan. MotoGP has seldom been as exciting. The season developed into a title fight between team mates, both riding the same machine (at le
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See the new BMW R Nine T Scrambler
YouTube shows us the R Nine T Scrambler, while BMW press release also promises changes to naked bike lineup, 800 cc range.
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BMW R nineT Scrambler preview videohttp://www.visordown.com/motorcycle-news-new-bikes/bmw-r-ninet-scrambler-preview-video/28452.html
HERE'S a video of BMW's forthcoming R nineT Scrambler, which we revealed will be unveiled at Eicma before going on sale next year.Assuming this is an early production model, it's hard to see what's changed over the concept apart from a few details such as the paint and the addition of some fork gaitors.The concept also had Akrapovic exhaust cans, and although the cans on this bike look the sam
79 Visordown / by Simon Greenacre /


SCOOP: 2016 BMW F800GS picture grabbedhttp://www.morebikes.co.uk/scoop-2016-bmw-f800gs-picture-grabbed/
Here’s a picture sent to us of the 2016 BMW F700 GS. It’s not the best quality picture because it’s been taken from a foreign dealer’s computer screen, but it gives us enough information to be able to see the 2016 model. Both the 700 and 800cc versions of the bike are getting a cosmetic makeover for next year including two-tone metallic touches and seat. There’s also five seat heights with four
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BMW: This is what we think will be revealed in Milanhttp://www.motofire.com/2015/11/news/bmw-this-is-what-we-think-will-be-revealed-in-milan/
The biggest motorcycle show in the world opens next week, the annual EICMA in Milan where most of the eagerly-awaited new models for 2016 receive their public debuts. Some of these, like Triumph’s new Bonneville and BMW’s G310R, have already been unveiled. Others remain closely guarded secrets. Motofire will be there in person to bring you these unveilings as soon as they happen. In the meantime,
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BMW to Show Five “New” Models at EICMAhttp://www.asphaltandrubber.com/news/bmw-motorrad-new-models-eicma/
The EICMA season is clearly upon us, with the first fruits of the Milan show to debut on Monday, an actual day ahead of the expo’s doors opening. Dozens of motorcycle will debut in Italy, from all of the major brands. BMW Motorrad will of course be at EICMA, and […]The post BMW to Show Five “New” Models at EICMA appeared first on Asphalt & Rubber.
37 Asphalt & Rubber » Asphalt & Rubber / by Jensen Beeler /


New BMW G310 R vs. KTM 390 Dukehttp://www.bmwblog.com/2015/11/12/new-bmw-g310-r-vs-ktm-390-duke/
BMW Motorrad today officially announced its newest model, the G 310 R, which will compete head-to-head with KTM’s 390 Duke. The two Germanic machines, one being German, the other being Austrian, are both built in India. The two motorcycles both offer premium motorcycling to riders shopping in the sub-500cc segment. The bikes themselves are quite similar in many ways. They both utilize single cylin
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This Is The 2016 BMW 310 R, But Is It Enough?http://lanesplitter.jalopnik.com/this-is-the-2016-bmw-310-r-but-is-it-enough-1741952518
BMW have finally taken the wraps off its entry-level BMW 310 R naked bike, just days before the EICMA show in Milan, Italy. But I’m not sure if this is the best beginner roadster, or just the best beginner roadster that happens to be from Germany. Read more...
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Museum-like house holds huge collection of BMW motorcycleshttp://www.topix.com/motorcycles/20...-huge-collection-of-bmw-motorcycles?fromrss=1
Peter Nettesheim embodies the idiom "Don't judge a book by its cover." Step inside his Huntington Town home and it's nothing like it seems from the outside.
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Ducati break the 50k sales barrierhttp://www.motofire.com/2015/11/news/ducati-break-the-50k-sales-barrier/
It’s a good time to be a Ducatisti. For the first time in its history, Ducati Motor Holding has broken the 50,000 bikes sales for the year barrier. This is quite an achievement when you consider that last year their figures were reporting 40,560 bikes sold, and that in itself was a record for the bologna-based builder. We’ve heard on good authority that a lot – and we mean A LOT – of these sales h
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Ural Unveils Dark Force Modelhttp://www.ridermagazine.com/latest-news/ural-unveils-dark-force-model.htm/
Ural Dark Force Dark Force is this year’s limited edition series from Ural, the manufacturer of sidecar motorcycles. Ural Dark Force was inspired by the world of Star Wars and is subtle, light and nimble. It comes in gloss black with blacked out powertrain and matching ceramic-coated exhaust. Dark Force also features a high-visibility LED Headlight and comes standard with a flat enduro bench seat
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Will apps drive future motorcycles?http://motorbikewriter.com/will-apps-drive-future-motorcycles/
Ducati Multistrada Link app Ducati has introduced apps for its Multistrada that will plot your ride, list your speed and even record lean angles, then share it on social media with your friends. Apart from the obvious concern about incriminating yourself, this type of app seems to be the future of motorcycling. Aprilia and MV Agusta have similar apps available, BMW is believed to be working on one
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The Police Bike Masqueradehttp://www.motorcyclistonline.com/police-bike-masquerade-cooks-corner-motorcyclist-magazine
©Motorcyclist “Hey, officer. No, no, I’m just the maintenance guy, putting on break-in miles. No, really!” Here’s something else I don’t get, yet I see it frequently: civilian riders dressing up like law enforcement. For quite some time, ex-police Kawasaki KZ1000Ps were the pseudo-cop machine of choice, rattling and whirring their way through traffic. Often, I’d see those riders dressed in
Motorcyclist / by Marc Cook /


Ducati teases new models with videohttp://canadamotoguide.com/2015/11/13/ducati-teases-new-models-with-video/
Want to see the future of Ducati? It's here in this video, sort of.
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Classic bikes: Honda CBXhttp://telegraph.feedsportal.com/c/...CClassic0Ebikes0EHonda0ECBX0Bhtml/story01.htm
Honda's superbike was a breathtaking statement when it was launched in 1979, although it drew heavily on the firm's famed six-cylinder racers of the Sixties
1 Cars and motorcycle reviews; latest motoring news / by Frank Melling /


MV Agusta Releases Video Featuring New Brutale 800 Ahead of EICMA Debut (Bike Reports) (News)http://www.motorcycledaily.com/2015...aturing-new-brutale-800-ahead-of-eicma-debut/
One of the most stunning motorcycle designs ever created, the look of the MV Agusta Brutale never seems to grow old. Nonetheless, an all-new Brutale 800 will debut next week in Milan at the EICMA show which MV Agusta describes as “a completely original project which aims, fifteen years after its first appearance, to create […]
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Supercharged Bimota Nakedbike Coming For EICMAhttp://www.topix.com/motorcycles/2015/11/supercharged-bimota-nakedbike-coming-for-eicma?fromrss=1
The new machine will utilize Ducati's latest Diavel engine housed in a composite light alloy frame, with your choice of carbon or aluminum swingarm. But that's only part of it, because Bimota is also making an aftermarket supercharger kit available for the Impeto, which should bump power well north of 190hp at the tire! There will also be a cafA© racer version of the Tesi 3D , the hub center steering machine Bimota has been developing since 1983.
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Return of the twostrokehttp://www.visordown.com/motorcycle-news-new-bikes/return-of-the-two-stroke/28453.html
NOPE, we’d never heard of Vins Motors either but the firm is promising to launch a carbon-fibre-framed, V-twin two-stroke at the Milan show next week.Yes, a two-stroke. Like some sort of unstoppable zombie technology, the two-stroke seems capable of rising from the grave time after time despite determined efforts to finish it off. Each time the stumbling corpse makes claims that it will be cleaner and fresher-smelling, but we’re still waiting for a successful long-term resurrection.At the moment the only image of the Vins Powerlight is this computer-generated teaser but the firm
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2016 BMW M6 GTLM to Make US Public Debut at Nov. 17-18 IMSA Daytona Testhttps://www.press.bmwgroup.com/usa/...=9&id=T0243102EN_US&left_menu_item=node__4536
Woodcliff Lake, N.J. – November 13, 2015… BMW Team RLL will participate in the Nov. 17-18 IMSA test at Daytona International Speedway marking the first public test of BMW’s latest endurance racing challenger, the BMW M6 GTLM. As announced during last season’s Petit Le Mans weekend, BMW Team RLL is expected to campaign two M6 GTLM race cars in the 2016 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship.
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The BMW i3 turns two. Time for an interim review. In Germany the BMW i3 has been the best-selling electric car since it was launched. In the worldwide ranking it stands third.https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/ital...Id=10&id=T0242944IT&left_menu_item=node__8601
Munich. Two years after it went on sale, the BMW i3 has established itself at the pinnacle of its segment worldwide. In Germany, one in every four electrically-powered vehicles sold since then has been a BMW i3, globally it is one in 10. In the listings of the most popular EV models, the BMW i3 occupies third place on a world-wide basis since its market launch in November 2013. The most important
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Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Redefines Super- Luxury Bespoke Motoring At The Dubai International Motor Showhttps://www.press.rolls-roycemotorc...lId=4&id=T0242930EN&left_menu_item=node__7554
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars reaffirmed its mantle as the undisputed pinnacle of Bespoke automotive luxury with the unveiling of Phantom Coupé Tiger, Ghost Golf and Wraith ‘Inspired by Music’ at the Dubai International Motor Show, on a day that also saw the Rolls-Royce Dawn make its first public appearance in the region.
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Rolls-Royce Wraith Celebrated As A Future Classic At The Nec Classic Car Showhttps://www.press.rolls-roycemotorc...lId=4&id=T0242945EN&left_menu_item=node__7554
A Bespoke Rolls-Royce Wraith will be the star of the UK’s largest classic motor show, held this weekend at the NEC, Birmingham. The ultimate ‘future classic’, the spectacular Grand Tourer will take centre stage on the Rolls-Royce Enthusiasts’ Club (RREC) stand, supported by a team of experts from the Home of Rolls-Royce at Goodwood in West Sussex.
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FIA.comhttp://www.fia.com/events/fia-formula-one-world-championship/season-2015/event-timing-information-17Event and Timing Information Brazilian Grand Prix 2015[/b][/url]


Ferrari: Red Bull deal remains an optionhttp://planetf1.com/news/ferrari-red-bull-deal-remains-an-option/
Ferrari are open to supplying Red Bull with engines for 2016 but it won't be the same unit that the Scuderia race. Red Bull are still without a power unit for next year's championship after parting ways with long-term supplier Renault. The four-time World Champions had hoped to switch to Mercedes engines but the Brackley squad said no while earlier reports state that Ferrari also refused. However,
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Brazilian GP: Preview - Mercedeshttp://www.pitpass.com/55136/Brazilian-GP-Preview-Mercedes
The rivalry like we have between Lewis and Nico is great for the sport, great for the team and great for the drivers themselves.
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Hakkinen hopes Aston Martin deal happenshttp://planetf1.com/news/hakkinen-hopes-aston-martin-deal-happens/
Aston Martin would be a perfect fit for Formula 1, that's according to former driver Mika Hakkinen. Although there have been rumoured link ups in the past, Force India have officially revealed that they were in talks with the manufacturer. It is, however, only talks at this stage of the game. Force India team owner Vijay Mallya recently revealed: "Nothing is done until it's done. I don't like
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Brazilian GP: Preview - Force Indiahttp://www.pitpass.com/55138/Brazilian-GP-Preview-Force-India
If we score well in Brazil, we can clinch fifth place in the championship and that's the priority.
1 Pitpass - the latest hottest F1 news / by editor@pitpass.co... /


Schumacher Jr courted by F1 giantshttp://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/formula1/34765341
Schumacher Jr is courted by Ferrari and Mercedes, Lotus suffer Brazil hiccup and Austin mayor wants to save US GP.
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Very high rating for US GP as Mexico’s return falls flat | 2015 United States Grand Prix Rate the Race resulthttp://www.f1fanatic.co.uk/2015/11/09/very-high-rating-for-us-gp-as-mexicos-return-falls-flat/
The United States Grand Prix received one of the highest ratings ever but Mexico's return to the F1 calendar was not enjoyed as much.
41 F1 Fanatic - The Formula 1 Blog / by Keith Collantine /


A change of heart from Ferrari?http://www.pitpass.com/55139/A-change-of-heart-from-Ferrari
Ferrari president Sergio Marchionne suggests a technical partnership with Red Bull. But why?
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Lotus boss admits name will ‘disappear’ from F1 when Renault deal goes throughhttp://www.jamesallenonf1.com/2015/...ppear-from-f1-when-renault-deal-goes-through/
Lotus F1 team CEO Matthew Carter has confirmed that when the deal is finalised for the takeover of the Enstone based team for next season, it will no longer be called Lotus, but will become Renault. The deal, which has been pending for some weeks now, is due to be finalised imminently, but speaking to […]
45 James Allen on F1 – The official James Allen website on F1 / by James


Lotus' Brazilian GP preview with Gastaldi and Chesterhttp://www.pitpass.com/55147/Lotus-Brazilian-GP-preview-with-Gastaldi-and-Chester
Lotus Deputy Team Principal Federico Gastaldi and Technical Director Nick Chester look forward to the Lotus' second Grand Prix in Latin America.
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Brazilian GP: Preview - Sauber
Trading the demand for speed on the two long straights with the stability and grip requirements of the infield will be challenging.
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Motor racing-Hamilton unwell but will race in Brazilhttp://uk.reuters.com/article/2015/...0151111?feedType=RSS&feedName=motorSportsNews
LONDON, Nov 11 (Reuters) - Triple Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton is unwell and has delayed his flight to Brazil on medical advice but will compete in this weekend's penultimate race of the season, Mercedes said on Wednesday.
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COTA chairman: I think we’re screwedhttp://planetf1.com/news/cota-chairman-i-think-were-screwed/
The Circuit of the Americas (COTA) has been hit by a funding cut, leading to doubts over the future of the United States Grand Prix. The Texas track made its Formula 1 debut in 2012 and the first four editions have been a major success, but the event is facing uncertainty after the State of Texas announced a 20 percent reduction in funding. The first three races received $25m per year, but it drop
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Motor racing-Future of U.S. Formula One Grand Prix in doubthttp://uk.reuters.com/article/2015/...0151111?feedType=RSS&feedName=motorSportsNews
Nov 11 (Reuters) - Formula One's commercial supremo Bernie Ecclestone has expressed concern for the future of the U.S. Grand Prix in Austin following the reduction of a Texas state subsidy.
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Motor racing-U.S. investors interested in buying Marussiahttp://uk.reuters.com/article/2015/...0151111?feedType=RSS&feedName=motorSportsNews
Nov 11 (Reuters) - Tavo Hellmund, the man who helped engineer Mexico's return to the Formula One calendar and bring the U.S. Grand Prix to Texas, is interested in buying the struggling Marussia team with a group of investors.
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Brazilian GP: Power Unit elements
Details of drivers power unit elements used prior to the Grande Premio Petrobras do Brasil weekend.
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F1 Red Bull trophy thieves jailedhttp://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-englan...1#sa-ns_mchannel=rss&ns_source=PublicRSS20-sa
Four gang members who stole trophies from the F1 Red Bull Racing factory are jailed for thefts worth nearly £1m in total.
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FIA wants new engines after impassehttp://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/formula1/34814166
The FIA is calling for an alternative engine to be built after current manufacturers refuse to lower prices to customers.
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How to build a Caterham - in one minutehttp://telegraph.feedsportal.com/c/...0ECaterham0Ein0Eone0Eminute0Bhtml/story01.htm
Our time-lapse video shows how a collection of components is transformed into one of the most involving cars you can buy - the renowned Caterham Seven
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With a Hush, an American Lexus Plant Goes to Workhttp://rss.nytimes.com/c/34625/f/64...ork0Bhtml0Dpartner0Frss0Gemc0Frss/story01.htm
Starting the new Lexus plant in Georgetown, Ky., meant introducing autoworkers to the brand’s methods, some of which call for a quiet assembly line.
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VW emissions scandal: German authority to test diesels from 23 car makershttp://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/i...l-german-authority-test-diesels-23-car-makers
More than 50 cars from 23 makers being investigated for potential NOx irregularities German automotive industry regulator Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt (KBA) has announced it is conducting independent emissions tests on cars and vans made by 23 different marques.In a statement, the KBA said the tests were being conducted as a result of the Volkswagen emissions scandal, but also suggested that accusations
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Cobalt launches Valkyrie, said to be the fastest private aircrafthttp://www.ibtimes.co.in/cobalt-launches-valkyrie-claimed-be-fastest-private-aircraft-654626
Aviation start up Cobalt has tried to eliminate the problem of stall in its two Valkyrie aircraft.
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Landing an RC Plane on an RC Aircraft Carrier Is Mighty Impressivehttp://toyland.gizmodo.com/landing-an-rc-plane-on-an-rc-aircraft-carrier-is-mighty-1742099267
Building your own 13-foot long remote control replica of the U.S.S. Kitty Hawk is challenging enough. But what good’s an aircraft carrier without any aircraft? So to further up the challenge, its creators also found a way to land an RC plane on it.Read more...
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Pininfarina unveils Ferrari-like tractor design for Zetorhttp://www.dezeen.com/2015/11/11/pininfarina-ferrari-style-tractor-design-zetor-agrilculture/
Italian design studio Pininfarina has launched a tractor that takes its cues from sport cars to celebrate the 70th anniversary of Czech agricultural machinery manufacturer Zetor. (more…)
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Local artists and designers have been invited to skin the search giant's fleet of autonomous vehicles.Google has expended a lot of energy making its self-driving cars look adorable and nonthreatening (as opposed to Christine-like motorized murder machines). Now the fleet of self-driving ladybugs is getting even friendlier, thanks to California artists.Read Full Story
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Sheltersuit coat doubles as a sleeping bag for the homelesshttp://www.dezeen.com/2015/11/09/sh...-sleeping-bag-for-homeless-people-bas-timmer/
Dutch Design Week 2015: fashion designer Bas Timmer has used abandoned tents to create jackets that turn into waterproof sleeping bags for homeless people. (more…)
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Machine 17: A hyper-caffeinated Guzzi Le Manshttp://www.bikeexif.com/kaffeemaschine
Moto Guzzi is back in the news: the new 850cc V9 Bobber and Roamer will be launched at the EICMA motorcycle show in Milan next week. They’re essentially classic roadsters, but that’s no bad thing—and we’re big fans. But if you want a raw, sporty machine like the Guzzis of the 70s and 80s, you’ll need to look elsewhere. Hamburg, Germany, to be precise. That’s where you’ll find Axel Budde of Kaffe
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Girl Power: a BMW racer from Unique Custom Cycleshttp://www.bikeexif.com/unique-custom-cycles
Each year, the famed Glemseck 101 festival produces its fair share of stories—and bikes. This one’s worth sharing. Last year, photographer Jenny Jurnelius tagged along to the show with the guys from Swedish powerhouse builder Unique Custom Cycles. She was documenting their ‘Stockholm Syndrome‘ BMW R nineT build, and its fortunes in the sprint race. Also at the show was Ola Stenegärd, BMW Motorra
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BSA Rocket by Bryon http://lecontainer.blogspot.com/2015/11/bsa-rocket-by-bryon-fitzpatrickulf.htmlFitzpatrick...ulf
BSA Rocket III print was drawn by Bryon Fitzpatrick, original designer of the famous Triumph Trident and BSA Rocket III motorcycles. Each shirt includes a matching card, hand signed and numbered by Bryon himself. Check out Ellaspede to get Tee`s http://www.ellaspede.com/shop/bsa-rocket-tshirt/
LE CONTAINER / by ulf /
FWIW I had an end of summer buy and sell experience with a ‘75 Trident similar to the one below. I have very fond memories of the bike. What I am not certain if these memories are so fond because of the brilliance of the bike or the brevity of ownership.
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Kevils K1100 Zombiehttp://thebikeshed.cc/2015/11/11/kevils-k1100-zombie/
Kevils Speed Shop might have become synonymous with BMW’s R Series but Kev and the team certainly aren’t one trick ponies. After an arm-twisting and a desire to work on something a bit different this Flying Brick landed in their Paignton workshop ready for a post apocalyptic, Mad Max makeover. In for a penny, in for a pound. The donor is an early nineties 1100cc version with 4 valves per cylinder, a single sided swingarm and ABS with floating Brembos. All this weight and modernity gave Kev a nose bleed so the K Series was put on a diet, the first few pounds shed being the brake pump, control
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SUPERBIKE

Hayden breaks cover as fog lifts in Aragon
Nicky Hayden makes WorldSBK testing debut in Spain.
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WorldSBK to make historical return to Lausitzringhttp://www.worldsbk.com/en/news/2015/WorldSBK+to+make+historical+return+to+EuroSpeedway+Lausitz
The German venue returns in 2016 hosting a round for the FIM Superbike World Championship.
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Aragon WSBK Test: Fog Gets Nicky Hayden's World Superbike Debut Off To A Late Starthttps://motomatters.com/news/2015/11/16/aragon_wsbk_test_fog_gets_nicky_hayden_s.html
Nicky Hayden turned his first official laps as a World Superbike rider on Monday, putting the Ten Kate Honda CBR1000RR through its paces for the first time. The test did not get off to a particularly auspicious start, the day delayed by a wet track and thick fog, which took a long time to clear. Nevertheless, Hayden took his first laps shortly before one, to try to get a feel for the bike. The fir
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Kawasaki World Superbike Team To Test This Coming Week In Spainhttp://www.roadracingworld.com/news/kawasaki-world-superbike-team-to-test-this-coming-week-in-spain/
Tom Sykes will be taking part in his third test and 2016 FIM Superbike World Champion Jonathan Rea his second since the launch of the new model Ninja ZX-10R.



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Brivio: Rossi/Marquez needed early movehttp://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/121814
MotoGP officials should have addressed tensions between Valentino Rossi and Marc Marquez before their Sepang clash, reckons Suzuki team manager Davide Brivio
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Lorenzo Interview: “We never gave up”http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/11/16/lorenzo-interview-we-never-gave-up/190196
The 2015 MotoGP™ World Champion Jorge Lorenzo spoke exclusively to motogp.com about his title-winning season at the recent Valencia test.
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Francesco Guidotti marks his Octo Pramac Racing Teamhttp://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/11/16/francesco-guidotti-marks-his-octo-pramac-racing-team/190199
Francesco Guidotti, Octo Pramac Racing Team Manager, rates the performance of the team and his riders during the 2015 season.
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Valencia MotoGP Test: Honda 'This was our biggest mistake…'http://www.crash.net/motogp/news/225229/1/honda-this-was-our-biggest-mistake.html
“In MotoGP the results were not as good as expected. The main issue is the characteristic of this year's engine,” Nakamoto confirmed.


Will Casey Stoner make a MotoGP comeback?http://www.smh.com.au/sport/motorsport/will-casey-stoner-make-a-motogp-comeback-20151112-gkxywi.html
Will he or won't he? Rumours of Casey Stoner's MotoGP revival have flared once again after the Ducati factory team made approaches to the two-time world champion as a future test rider this week.



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Build Your Own Bimota BB3 – Kits Now Availablehttp://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/bimota-bb3-kit/
Bimota has a history of providing do-it-yourself kits to customers, allowing racers and owners the ability to use their own engines with Bimota chassis. And now, you can do that with the Bimota BB3, as the boutique brand is offering its BMW S1000RR powered superbike in kit form. All you […]The post Build Your Own Bimota BB3 – Kits Now Available appeared first on Asphalt & Rubber.
67 Asphalt & Rubber » Asphalt & Rubber / by Jensen Beeler /


SCOOP: BMW R nine T Scrambler revealed! BOTH versions snapped!http://www.morebikes.co.uk/scoop-bmw-r-nine-t-scrambler-revealed-both-versions-snapped/
Here’s the first finished pictures of the 2016 BMW R nine T Scrambler. The bike is due to be officially unveiled by the German factory on Tuesday. These images have been snapped ahead of the glitzy launch. What is clear from these images is that the bike will be launched with two options available, a road-biased version with road-oriented tyres (this is going to be the ‘standard’ model) and a mo
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Erik Buell Racing Deal Falls Thru – Will Be Sold…Againhttp://www.asphaltandrubber.com/news/erik-buell-racing-auction-again/
The situation around Erik Buell Racing is rapidly becoming comical, as the American motorcycle brand is headed back to auction, after its sale to Bruce Belfer failed to close. The Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel reports that Erik Buell Racing will go back to the auctioning block on December 10th, because Belfer was unable […]The post Erik Buell Racing Deal Falls Thru – Will Be Sold…Again appeared first
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Yamaha MT03 unveiledhttp://www.visordown.com/motorcycle-news-new-bikes/yamaha-mt-03-unveiled/28488.html
YAMAHA has just unveiled its new MT-03 in Milan.It uses a chassis derived from R3, and a 321cc engine, also from the R3. It's A2 friendly and designed to make the MT range appealing to an even broader range of customers. Based on how popular the existing MT range is, we can't see it not being a hit with new and young riders.As you'd expect from an MT, it's got an upright riding posi
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2015 EICMA: 2016 Yamaha XSR900http://www.motorcycle.com/?p=31809
Today, Yamaha unveiled the 2016 XSR900, the latest model based on the company’s popular FZ-09 platform. Catering towards riders who want an “authentic and honest” motorcycle, the XSR900 draws its styling inspiration from XS models of the past, with features like a hand-buffed aluminum fuel tank cover (for the Matte Gray color), single round headlight, instrument gauge, and brake light. Powered by
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[urlhttp://www.motorcycle.com/?p=31810=]2015 EICMA: Yamaha MT-10 + Video[/url]
Yamaha revealed a new member of its MT family powered by the YZF-R1‘s Inline-Four engine. Known in Europe as the MT-10, we hope to see it come to the U.S. as either the FZ-10 or FZ1. The MT-10 is a logical next step up in the MT family of naked motorcycles that also includes MT-125, MT-03, MT-07 and MT-09. The MT-10 offers the highest performance specifications of the lineup, boasting technology d
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New Yamaha MT10 unveiledhttp://www.visordown.com/motorcycle-news-new-bikes/new-yamaha-mt-10-unveiled/28487.html
YAMAHA has just unveiled its brand new MT-10 - it's the naked R1 we've been waiting forThey're saying what we want to hear - that the MT-10 is all about power, torque, agility and design. It's powered by a four-cylinder crossplane crank derived from the R1, so in other words, a retuned R1 engine. The intake, exhaust and engine systems have all been redesigned and internally, it's got lightweight forged pistons, carburized fracture split conrods. It also boats cruise control, traction control, riding modes, a slipper clutchYamaha said in a press release:'Having already created so
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EICMA: Honda – new Urban Adventure concepthttp://canadamotoguide.com/2015/11/16/eicma-honda-new-urban-adventure-concept/
First shots of Honda Urban Adventure concept
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2016 Honda CB500F Gets Much-Needed Facelifthttp://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2016-honda-cb500f-2/
When the Honda CB500F first debuted, it was a welcomed addition to Honda’s lineup, as the Japanese brand was really filling out its 500cc/A2 offerings, but the bike itself was hardly something to get excited about, especially in the looks department. That seems to have changed now, with the release […]The post 2016 Honda CB500F Gets Much-Needed Facelift appeared first on Asphalt & Rubber.
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Pierobon X80R – Putting the Super in Supersporthttp://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/pierobon-x80r/
Ducati may be moving away from the supersport category for sport bikes, but thanks to Italian engineering firm Pierobon, the market won’t be without a Ducati-powered supersport-class machine. Accordingly, we are happy to be the first to show you the Pierobon X80R – a track bike that takes the Ducati […]The post Pierobon X80R – Putting the Super in Supersport appeared first on Asphalt & Rubber.
2K Asphalt & Rubber » Asphalt & Rubber / by Jensen Beeler /


Honda: What does the world’s biggest manufacturer have planned for EICMA this year?http://www.motofire.com/2015/11/new...iggest-manufacturer-have-for-eicma-this-year/
The biggest motorcycle show in the world opens next week, the annual EICMA in Milan where most of the eagerly-awaited new models for 2016 receive their public debuts. Some of these, like Triumph’s new Bonneville and BMW’s G310R, have already been unveiled. Others remain closely guarded secrets. Motofire will be there in person to bring you these unveilings as soon as they happen. In the meantime,
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Norton Dominator SS reviewhttp://telegraph.feedsportal.com/c/...rton0EDominator0ESS0Ereview0Bhtml/story01.htm
The latest bike from rejuvenated Norton is an archetypal British café racer blending classic styling with modern suspension to create an intoxicating experience
4 Cars and motorcycle reviews; latest motoring news / by Roland Brown /


Ducati World Première 2016https://motorsportsnewswire.wordpress.com/2015/11/16/ducati-world-premiere-2016-1511164/
MILAN, ITALY – Milan, Italy – November 16, 2015 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Streamed live all around the globe, the Ducati World Première 2016 saw the Bologna-based motorcycle manufacturer unveil its new bikes for the 2016 range on the eve of EICMA 2015. Buoyed by the just-achieved target of 50,000 bike sales and brimming with new products, innovative technology and plans for the future, it’s a s
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New Off-Road Focused 2016 Ducati Multistrada 1200 Endurohttp://www.advpulse.com/adv-bikes/2016-ducati-multistrada-1200-enduro/
Ducati announced a new Multistrada today, which is being displayed at the EICMA motorcycle show in Milan, Italy this week. The Ducati Multistrada has always been more of a sport touring bike than an adventure bike, with limited off-road protection, 17″ cast wheels and a road-biased suspension. A motorcycle much more comfortable on a road […] The post New Off-Road Focused 2016 Ducati Multistrada 12
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Ducati officially introduces the new Panigale 959http://www.visordown.com/motorcycle...ly-introduces-the-new-panigale-959/28478.html
New Ducati 959 revealed in Milan.More capacity, 157hp, 10% more torque than the 899, plus a new tail section, higher screen, new fairings, Euro4 compliant exhaust, wider front and bigger front air intakes.More information and better pictures as soon as they're available.Sign up for Visordown's weekly newsletter, Bugsplat, to get the best motorcycle news, road tests and features plus exclusive competitions and offers direct to your inbox. Register as a Visordown member here and tick the box for Bugsplat in your newsletter settings here. Related Content New Ducati teaser video
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2016 Ducati Scrambler Sixty2: This Is Your Entry-Level Scrambler For Just $7,995http://lanesplitter.jalopnik.com/2016-ducati-scrambler-sixty2-this-is-your-entry-level-1742776755
Been lusting after the lovely Ducati Scrambler, but not sure you’re ready for the 75 horsepower of that 803 cc motor? Ducati has you covered with their new entry level Scrambler, all for just $7,995!Read more...
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SCOOP: 2016 RSV4 with 230bhp! Picture surfaces in the States of new weaponhttp://www.morebikes.co.uk/scoop-2016-rsv4-with-230bhp-picture-surfaces-in-the-states-of-new-weapon/
This picture has appeared in America showing us the 2016 Aprilia RSV4 RF. Although there’s no tech information with the image, and we’ll have to wait until Tuesday for all the details from the factory about this bike, there is some talk stateside about the outright power of this top-flight piece of kit. According to the words with the picture that’s been posted in the USA, the new bike – or at least a version of it – is coming with 230bhp! Yep, 230bhp! But to get that you’ll have to get your bike built by what’s called the ‘Factory Works Project’. So it sounds like Aprilia is actually openin
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Cortech's Sneaker Look-A-Like: the Vice WP Riding Shoe - Gear Reviewhttps://rideapart.com/articles/review-cortech-vice-wp-riding-shoes
I got a great set of gear from Cortech about a month ago – the Vice WP Riding Shoe, Women’s LRX 2.0 Jacket, and Women’s DX 2 gloves. For this post, I’ll focus on the shoes. The Vice WP’s withstood my first accident and still managed to look like a pair of
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Bimota Supercharger Kit for Ducati-Powered Modelshttp://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/bimota-supercharger-kit/
Bimota continues to impress, ahead of the company’s new-model debuts at the 2015 EICMA show. Not only will Bimota have two new models to show us, the Bimota Tesi 3D RaceCafe and Bimota Impetus, but the brand from Rimini says it is also getting into the forced induction game. As […]The post Bimota Supercharger Kit for Ducati-Powered Models appeared first on Asphalt & Rubber.
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Shoei RF-1200 in Valkyrie TC-5http://www.motorcyclecruiser.com/shoei-rf-1200-in-valkyrie-tc-5
I recently got my first Shoei full face helmet and I can not believe I have been riding all these years without one. The RF-1200 is the first helmet I have owned that I was fully happy with. I have always thought that my head was in between a size small and a size medium because in everything else I have had, the small was just too small and the medium was just too big. So I would always have a h
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National mourninghttps://www.press.bmwgroup.com/fran...lId=24&id=T0243282FR&left_menu_item=node__803
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BMW Group France joins the national mourning and expressed his sadness as his refusal to unconditionally unacceptable.

The whole group of staff expresses its deepest sympathy to the families of the victims.


BMW Motorrad presents the new BMW F 700 GS and F 800 GS.https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/glob...lId=6&id=T0240803EN&left_menu_item=node__4099
New, emotional design with electroplated elements and two-colour seat covers. Five possible seat heights for each model with four seats and optional lowered suspension for perfect ergonomics.
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2016 BMW F 800 GS

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BMW S 1000 XR available in new paint finish from 2016. Multiple colour combination Light white/Granite grey metallic/Racing red supplements the range of paint finishes in model year 2016.https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/glob...lId=6&id=T0243083EN&left_menu_item=node__6629
BMW Motorrad is expanding the range of colours available for the BMW S 1000 XR as of January 2016. In addition to the paint finishes Light white and Racing red already available, the dynamic adventure sports bike will also be available in the multiple colour combination Light white/Granite grey metallic/Racing red.
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The new BMW R nineT Scrambler – a down-to-earth character beyond established conventions.https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/glob...lId=6&id=T0241343EN&left_menu_item=node__6629
BMW Motorrad presents the BMW R nineT Scrambler, a motorcycle which revives the Scrambler era in a special way. It has everything that defines this motorcycle type, filled with a distinct spirit and created for motorcycle fans who love things that are purist, reduced to the essentials and non-conformist - combined with the technology and quality of a BMW. R nineT Roadster and R nineT Scrambler est
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BMW R nine T Scraambler

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At a glance. BMW Motorrad Rider’s Equipment – 2016 Collection.https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/glob...lId=6&id=T0242931EN&left_menu_item=node__4099
A new season gets underway and there's one thing motorcyclists can be sure of: in 2016 once again, BMW Motorrad offers top-class equipment. The new collection presents further advancements of popular, well-established products as well as new, highly functional items. The entire collection is based on the BMW Motorrad “Safety 360°” principle, which regards innovative equipment as a safety bonus.
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BMW Rider Equipment - 2016 Collection

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BMW Motorsport News – Issue 43/15.https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/glob...Id=6&id=T0243204EN&left_menu_item=node__10150
BMW M6 GTLM takes to the track in North America – DTM and ADAC GT Masters to share the bill at the Lausitzring in 2016.
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MINI goes Fashion. The MINI Gentleman’s Collection inspired by MINI Clubman.https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/port...Id=34&id=T0243311PT&left_menu_item=node__5173
To drive a MINI is to make a statement. To wear MINI is now equally so. From now on not only the new MINI Clubman but the MINI Gentleman’s Collection will be available. The high-quality accessories, which were created in collaboration with six young Italian talents from various fields, are available as a limited edition exclusively at the BMW Welt in Munich.
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Sebastian Vettel’s Brazil performance hints at Ferrari Formula 1 challenge in 2016http://www.jamesallenonf1.com/2015/...hints-at-ferrari-formula-1-challenge-in-2016/
Sebastian Vettel took a 13th podium of the season in Brazil, but more importantly his pace in the Grand Prix indicated that Ferrari is closing the gap to Mercedes as it looks to build a platform to challenge in 2016. Vettel finished 14 seconds behind the race winner Nico Rosberg’s Mercedes after 71 laps, which […]
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Brazilian GP: Race notes - Pirellihttp://www.pitpass.com/55207/Brazilian-GP-Race-notes-Pirelli
Rosberg's considered approach to tyre management over the course of the whole weekend once again proved to be a key element of his victory.
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Motor racing-Massa excluded from Brazilian Grand Prixhttp://uk.reuters.com/article/2015/...0151115?feedType=RSS&feedName=motorSportsNews
SAO PAULO, Nov 15 (Reuters) - Brazilian Felipe Massa was excluded from his home Brazilian Grand Prix on Sunday after his Williams car was found to have an overheated rear tyre before the start.
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F1: Ferrari: Mercedes' advantage dwindlinghttp://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/121829
Ferrari team boss Maurizio Arrivabene believes the team's race pace in the Brazilian Grand Prix proves the Scuderia is closing the gap to Formula 1 rival Mercedes
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Hill: Allow drivers to call the shotshttp://planetf1.com/news/hill-allow-drivers-to-call-the-shots/
Damon Hill believes Mercedes should have allowed Lewis Hamilton "to call the shots" in terms of his race strategy midway through the Brazilian GP. After finding himself stuck behind team-mate Nico Rosberg and with his tyres starting to wear off, Hamilton asked his engineer to get him onto a different strategy. The team, though, kept the status quo and Mercedes motorsport boss Toto Wolff
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F1: Williams faces 'a lot of work' for 2016http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/121832
Claire Williams was pleased to secure third in the constructors' championship but said Williams must improve in all areas if it wants to challenge Formula 1 rivals Mercedes and Ferrari
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F1: Kaltenborn: Maldonado 'very annoying'http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/121835
Sauber Formula 1 team chief Monisha Kaltenborn declared it "very, very annoying" that it was Pastor Maldonado who was again involved in an on-track collision during the Brazilian Grand Prix
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Red Bull sets new F1 recordhttp://www.pitpass.com/55220/Red-Bull-sets-new-F1-record
Red Bull has become the first F1 team to spend over £200m in a single season.
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“Something’s got to change”: Drivers urge F1 bosses to improve the racing | 2015 Brazilian Grand Prix
Leading F1 drivers urged the sport's leaders to improve the racing after an uneventful Brazilian Grand Prix.
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Recent research into the japanese motorcycle industry just publishedhttps://www.whatech.com/market-rese...e-japanese-motorcycle-industry-just-published
The report provides a basic overview of the industry including definitions, classifications, applications and industry chain structure. The Motorcycle market analysis is provided for the Japan markets including development trends, competitive landscape ...


BMW, as well as others, dragged into diesel scandalhttp://www.bmwblog.com/2015/11/15/bmw-as-well-as-others-dragged-into-diesel-scandal/
Ever since Volkswagen’s diesel scandal, in which the German auto giant installed cheating devices on many of its diesel-engined cars which allowed them to produce up to 40 percent more nitrogen oxide than is allowed. Since Volkswagen’s scandal, the US EPA, among other government agencies, has been checking even further into Volkswagen as well as other manufacturers of diesel engines. In Germany, t
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BMW R NineT "Martini" by BMW MOTO RIDE Toulousehttp://racingcafe.blogspot.com/2015/11/bmw-r-ninet-martini-by-bmw-moto-ride.html
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BMW R100RS – Joe DeMosshttp://www.pipeburn.com/home/2015/11/16/bmw-r100rs-joe-demoss.html
Imagine you work at a motorcycle dealership that sells only the most exclusive of brands from Italy and Germany. You also own the latest and greatest BMW Sportsbike on the planet. Do you really need another bike that was also built for the road and is nearly 30 years old? Of course you do! And that’s why Joe DeMoss built this stunning 1988 BMW R100RS over a period of nine months. Because motor
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Provisional calendar for 2016 Motul FIM Superbike World Championshiphttp://www.worldsbk.com/en/news/201...r+2016+Motul+FIM+Superbike+World+Championship
14 rounds from Australia to Qatar as Germany returns.
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Winter test three finishes on a high for KRThttp://www.worldsbk.com/en/news/2015/Winter+test+three+finishes+on+a+high+for+KRT+riders
Kawasaki Racing Team pairing Jonathan Rea and Tom Sykes made the most of the available track time at MotorLand Aragon over a two-day test with the 2016 Ninja ZX-10R.
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Lowes completes race simulation on Yamahahttp://www.worldsbk.com/en/news/2015/Lowes+completes+race+simulation+on+Yamaha+R1
88 laps of Aragon and a race simulation in his pocket…
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Honda WSBK Videos: Nicky Hayden Talks About His Debut, Michael Van Der Mark Talks 2016https://motomatters.com/video/2015/11/17/honda_wsbk_videos_nicky_hayden_talks_abo.html
The Ten Kate Honda team have taken advantage of the private test at the Motorland Aragon circuit to showcase their talent for promoting their team and the sport. This time, they have produced two video interviews with their 2016 World Superbike riders. In the first one, Nicky Hayden talks about making the transition to racing production bikes after so much time in MotoGP, and getting used to worki
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Checa eyes up more testing in 2016http://www.worldsbk.com/en/news/2015/Checa+eyes+up+more+testing+in+2016
2011 World Champion hopes for ‘four or five’ tests next year.
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Rea: ‘If we had to race tomorrow, we could’http://www.worldsbk.com/en/news/2015/Rea+If+we+had+to+race+tomorrow+we+could
World Champion brimming with confidence over new bike.
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MOTOGP

Top 10 Things To Do On Sunday Now That The MotoGP Season Is Overhttp://www.motorcycle.com/?p=32523
We’re entering the period of moto-hibernation, when, with a wag of her finger, Mother Nature says to many motorcyclists to put away their toys until Spring. And just when we most need a distraction to keep cabin fever at bay MotoGP, WSBK and pretty much all forms of motorcycle racing competed in their season finales. Seems that if someone were to begin some kind of winter racing series it’d be su
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Lorenzo: Rossi tensions will disappearhttp://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/121889
Jorge Lorenzo expects his relationship with Yamaha team-mate Valentino Rossi will get back to normal, despite the controversy surrounding the end of their 2015 MotoGP title fight
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Jack Miller trades two wheels for fourhttp://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/11/20/jack-miller-trades-two-wheels-for-four/190326
Jack Miller tried his hand at four wheels at a Honda event in Italy as he celebrated a successful season with the LCR Honda team.
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Aleix Espargaro Injures Back, Will Miss Private Sepang MotoGP Testhttps://motomatters.com/news/2015/11/20/aleix_espargaro_injures_back_will_miss_p.html
Aleix Espargaro has fractured a vertebra in a training accident. The factory Suzuki rider was out training on an off road bike, when he landed heavily from a jump, and felt pain in his back. He was taken to hospital, where an MRI scan revealed a flexion fracture of the vertebra, forcing him to miss the Sepang test planned for next week. The injury suffered by Espargaro should not see him out of ac
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OTHER MC RACING

Reveal Of The RSD Built Indian Scout Sixty Super Hooligan Racershttp://cyrilhuzeblog.com/2015/11/20...ilt-indian-scout-sixty-super-hooligan-racers/
Yesterday evening November 19 at 7.30 p.m. at the Port Of Los Angeles, in the presence of top Indian executives, of members of the press and of select VIP’s, 5 Roland Sands Design (RSD) built custom Indian Scout Sixty Hooligan bikes were revealed. It was followed by a live... This is a content summary only. Click on headlines for full links, images, other content and more!
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Super Hooligan Race Preview + Videohttp://blog.motorcycle.com/?p=53939
Inside a warehouse at the Port of Los Angeles tonight, Indian Motorcycles and Roland Sands and friends put on a demonstration of the Super Hooligan race scheduled for this weekend at the Orleans Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. The street bike flat tracking race features modified versions of Indian’s new Scout Sixty, the 999cc, $8999 Scout sibling announced just days ago at EICMA. “The Scout is a great machine upon which to base a custom bike with modern rider friendly performance. The engine and chassis are rock solid and don’t need a lot of work, so DIY customizers can focus on the aesthetic
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Schnitz Racing : Injector Cleaning Toolhttp://www.dragbike.com/schnitz-racing-injector-cleaning-tool/
Keep your injectors clean and flowing properly with the Motion Pro Injector Cleaning Kit. Any amount of debris in an injector will reduce flow and affect the spray pattern, resulting in a loss of power and rough idle. Racing fuels like MR12, MRX-01, MRX-02, Q16 and others can quickly clog injectors if the fuel system is not flushed after every use. Back flushing the injector twice a year ensure
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Motorcycling Australia Partnering With Troy Bayliss Events On New Australian Superbike Championship Called motoSBKhttp://www.roadracingworld.com/news/?id=3ddc64dc-c117-45e0-ae23-a7311a336992
MA announces Australian Superbike Championship plans for 2016 - 2019The future of the Australian Superbike Championship is now more secure than ever, after Motorcycling Australia (MA) announced a new partnership with Troy B...
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ON THE STREET

Wunderlich Hybrid BMW R1200GS LC with Electric 2WDhttp://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/wunderlich-hybrid-bmw-r1200gs-lc-electric-2wd/
BMW aftermarket parts specialist Wunderlich really knows how to promote itself. The German company is known for its one-off machines and concepts, some which have tipped BMW’s hand when it comes to new models. For a boutique German brand, it is impressive that it is known around the world. So, it […]The post Wunderlich Hybrid BMW R1200GS LC with Electric 2WD appeared first on Asphalt & Rubber.
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SCOOP: The 2016 hybrid BMW R1200GS with INDEPENDENT front wheel drive and regen braking power system – launched at Milanhttp://www.morebikes.co.uk/scoop-th...regen-braking-power-system-launched-at-milan/
Check out this amazing hybrid BMW GS launched at the Milan motorcycle show – it’s like nothing you’ve ever seen before. Like with most ‘hybrid’ tagged bikes, the GS gets a conventional petrol-powered motor (the stock unit) but this bike differs with the addition of a 7.6-kilowatt electrical motor which drives the FRONT wheel too. Called the BMW R1200GS LC, the bike is a world first with a usea
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BMW K1600 GTL: Smooth Operatorhttp://www.baggersmag.com/bmw-k1600-gtl-smooth-operator
I don’t want to jinx myself here, but I have this sense of rider invincibility when I’m on the BMW K1600 GTL Exclusive. I feel as though I am in this magical little bubble where the sun will still shine while it rains everywhere around me. In fact, that sort of happened when I rode from Orange County to Ventura, California, in light rain and managed to pull into the driveway 99 percent dry. Magic
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Charley Boorman endorses Triumphhttp://motorbikewriter.com/charley-boorman-endorses-triumph/
Charley Boorman with an old Triumph TR6 Charley Boorman is returning to Australia and Africa in 2016 riding a Triumph Explorer. Charley is better known for his round-the-globe rides on big BMWs and for his tantrum when KTM failed to support them. The renowned adventure motorcyclist, TV presenter and documentary maker has joined Triumph Motorcycles as one of their global ambassadors. Charley loves all sorts of bikes. I’ve visited his London garage that he shares with actor and friend Ewan McGregor and it is chock full of bikes of all brands. Charley in his London garage In The Long Way Down he
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Suzuki reveals lighter, bolder SV650 V-twin for 2017 model yearhttp://www.dealernews.com/dealernew...s-lighter-bolder-sv650-v-twin-2017-model-year
BREA, Calif. - Suzuki today unveiled the 2017 SV650 V-twin with a package that's lighter, more powerful and more versatile, the company said. Expect the new model in late spring or early summer. "The 2017 Suzuki SV650 delivers on two design goals: It brings back the concept of a simple and fun V-twin sports ride, and it delivers that with improved power and a lighter overall package," Su
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KTM reveals 1290 GT, R and 690 modelshttp://motorbikewriter.com/ktm-reveals-1290-gt-r-and-690-models/
KTM Super Duke GT KTM officially unveiled the new Super Duke GT sports tourer and R Special Edition plus the fifth-generation KTM 690 Duke and R at the EICMA motorcycle show in Milan over night. The Austrian company confirmed the 1290 Super Duke GT last month and introduced the aggressive-looking new model in Milan with a host of electronic rider aids to make touring safer and more comfortable. Th
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2016 Moto Guzzi MGX-21 Flying Fortresshttp://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2016-moto-guzzi-mgx-21-flying-fortress/
We fell in love with the Moto Guzzi MGX-21 prototype at last year’s EICMA show, so it is good news to hear that the Italian brand has tapped the model for the 2016 model year. In case you didn’t know, the 2016 Moto Guzzi MGX-21 Flying Fortress is a 1,400cc […]The post 2016 Moto Guzzi MGX-21 Flying Fortress appeared first on Asphalt & Rubber.
34 Asphalt & Rubber » Asphalt & Rubber / by Jensen Beeler /


Video Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro walkaroundhttp://www.visordown.com/motorcycle...multistrada-1200-enduro-walkaround/28497.html
WE take a walkaround the new Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro, which Ducati unveiled at the Eicma show on Tuesday.Well, we say walkaround, it's more of a stand-still-while-it-spins-around, but you get the idea.In case you're having trouble viewing the embedded video - here's the link.Sign up for Visordown's weekly newsletter, Bugsplat, to get the best motorcycle news, road tests and features plu
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EICMA 2015: KTM 1290 Super Duke GThttp://bikeindia.in/eicma-2015-ktm-1290-super-duke-gt/
KTM unleashed the 1290 Super Duke GT at EICMA The Austrian motorcycle manufacturer showcased the 1290 Super Duke GT at EICMA in Milan and is slated to arrive in 2016. The road-going tourer is powered by the 1,301-cc V-twin that summons 175 ponies and peak torque of 143 Nm. For the 2016 GT model, the 1,301-cc V-twin has been retuned and changes will include revised ride-by-wire fuelling to comp
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2016 Moto Guzzi V7II Stornello Scramblerhttp://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2016-moto-guzzi-v7ii-stornello/
It was 1967 when Moto Guzzi first introduced the Stornello scrambler to the US market, and now for 2016 the Stornello scrambler returns. Using the Moto Guzzi V7II platform for this rebirth, the 48hp 2016 Moto Guzzi V7II Stornello is a fetching motorcycle with dubious off-road ability – not that […]The post 2016 Moto Guzzi V7II Stornello Scrambler appeared first on Asphalt & Rubber.
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Benelli TRK 502 is a Value Proposition Adventure Bikehttp://www.therideadvice.com/benelli-trk-502-is-a-value-proposition-adventure-bike/
While Benelli might be coming to the USA soon, riders in Europe and Australia have been fortunate enough to have the opportunity to sample their products for a while now. And despite the fear many have from the now Chinese owned company, everything we’ve seen so far has been very positive – and the prices are hard to match, too. That’s what makes the Benelli TRK 502 so interesting. From a look at
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Triumph Debuts Six New Tiger Explorer Modelshttp://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2016-triumph-tiger-explorer-xr-xc/
For 2016, Triumph is revamping its Tiger Explorer offering, and like with the Tiger 800, the big adventure-touring machine gets a bevy of different variations to cater to a wider variety of riders. The lineup is a bit of an alphabet soup, so we’ll try and break it down for […]The post Triumph Debuts Six New Tiger Explorer Models appeared first on Asphalt & Rubber.
12 Asphalt & Rubber » Asphalt & Rubber / by Jensen Beeler /


Hi-res images of Bimota’s gorgeous supercharger systemhttp://www.morebikes.co.uk/hi-res-images-of-bimotas-gorgeous-supercharger-system/
Oh boy… this is the glimpse of the future here, and it’s got a gorgeous lump of style with it, too. This is the Bimota supercharger that can be bolted onto the firms’ Impeto naked bike, launched a couple of days ago at the Milan motorcycle show. Bimota says that the unit can churn out up to 20% more power to whatever water-cooled Ducati model it’s bolted to. The system comes either as a standalo
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Benelli joins the 300cc faired market with the Tornado 302, launched at Milanhttp://www.morebikes.co.uk/benelli-...arket-with-the-tornado-302-launched-at-milan/
It’s not the most dynamic of motorcycles launched at this year’s EICMA event in Milan, but this little 300cc bike from Benelli is arguably the most important from the company. That’s because this is the newest, faired bike that’s aiming squarely for the blossoming 300cc market in the emerging markets of Asia and South America. We don’t yet have a price or release date for the bike but we do kn
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EICMA: New Victory engine will power 1200cc class motorcyclehttp://www.dealernews.com/dealernew...ory-engine-will-power-1200cc-class-motorcycle
MILAN, Italy - During this week's EICMA exposition, Victory Motorcycles revealed the production version of the engine that powered the Project 156 bike up Pikes Peak this past summer. And it announced that the concept engine will be revealed to U.S. fans next month at the Progressive International Motorcycle Show in New York City. The engine will power an upcoming 1200cc class motorcycle, the OEM
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Video: Suzuki Introduces All-New 2017 GSX-R1000http://www.sportrider.com/clone-video-suzuki-introduces-all-new-2017-gsx-r1000
http://cf.c.ooyala.com/hwcWh5eDpvC1GQLGtaKkWPckXrxowIT_/DLOokYc8UKM-fB9H4xMDoxOjA4MTsiGN Please enable Javascript to watch this video Patience is a virtue. At least that's what we're trying to remind ourselves as we sit here and wait "patiently" for more information on the 2017 GSX-R1000 Concept that Suzuki just pulled the wraps off of. Suzuki tells us that the bike will use an all-new
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2017 Suzuki SV650 | First Look Reviewhttp://www.ridermagazine.com/top-stories/2017-suzuki-sv650-first-look-review.htm/
The early-release 2017 Suzuki SV650 gets more power, less weight, an updated chassis and more. The original Suzuki SV650, introduced for 1999, was an unexpected hit. It was an affordable, lightweight standard powered by a liquid-cooled, 645cc, 90-degree V-twin possessed of unique personality and character, an entry-level bike so fun to ride that experienced riders couldn’t get enough of it. After
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2015 EICMA: Horex VR6 Blackhttp://www.motorcycle.com/?p=32492
Last we heard a couple years ago, Horex was bankrupt, but guess what, now it’s Under New Ownership and here it is at EICMA! The limited-edition Black version it brought to EICMA was in fact first seen at the Frankfurt show, and is powered by a 1218cc TOHC (Triple Overhead Cam) Six-cylinder that’s said to produce 168 hp (125 kW) and 102 lb-ft torque (138 Nm). Horex is a storied old German brand t
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EICMA 2015: Husqvarna cements its commitment to the street
MILAN, Italy - Husqvarna Motorcycles is out to solidify its return to the street segment with two new motorcycles from the Vitpilen family and the launch of the Vitpilen 701 concept bike showing at EICMA this week. Celebrating 112 years of heritage in both the off-road and street motorcycle divisions, extending the Vitpilen model range is a visible sign of Husqvarna ‘s commitment to street bikes.
Dealernews / by hwagner /


[url=http://www.motorcycle.com/?p=32542]2015 EICMA: Benelli Leoncino

Benelli may now be Chinese-owned but that hasn’t stopped the Italian brand from having a presence in Milan, presenting three new motorcycles at EICMA. Shown here is a new scrambler model called the Leoncino, or “lion cub”, a name that traces back to a line of lightweight Benelli models from the 1950s. The Leoncino is powered by a new liquid-cooled 500cc parallel-Twin which also powers the adventur
1 Motorcycle.Com Latest Articles Feed / by Dennis Chung /


Motorcycle Shippers redesigns website, booking systemhttp://www.dealernews.com/dealernews/article/motorcycle-shippers-redesigns-website-booking-system
IRVINE, Calif. – Transport specialist Motorcycle Shippers has updated its website with a simple online price quote and booking system to offer ride in-ride out service at 35 United States locations, and boasts it’s five days faster than standard door-to-door service. The company’s dock-to-dock program lets customers ride their bikes to a transport station – no preparation, such as draining fuel ta
Dealernews / by hwagner /


2016 KTM 500 EXC | Buyer’s Guidehttp://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2015/11/19/2016-ktm-500-exc-buyers-guide/
2016 KTM 500 EXC | Motorcycle Buyer’s Guide 2016 KTM 500 EXC With an open-class motor in a race-competitive frame, the 2016 KTM 500 EXC is a serious dual-sport machine when it gets off-road. High-end bits are plentiful, from the WP suspension to the Keihin fueling system, chromoly frame, Neken fat bars, standard handguards, and a back-up kickstarter. For quick changes on dusty days, the air filter
2 Ultimate MotorCycling Magazine / by Don Williams /


SCOOP: Kawasaki’s braking regeneration patent for it’s future range of bikes REVEALEDhttp://www.morebikes.co.uk/scoop-ka...atent-for-its-future-range-of-bikes-revealed/
SCOOP: Kawasaki’s braking regeneration patent for it’s future range of bikes REVEALED! Here’s the next phase of Kawasaki’s electric-engine programme – a complex motorcycle braking-regenaration electrical feed system that the factory has just patented. It is a set up that will be applied to all of the firm’s electric-powered vehicles coming in the near future. The idea has now been patented f
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The Wild, The Innocent, And The EBR Shufflehttp://www.motorcycle.com/?p=32556
The road to hell is paved with dead motorcycle companies, and littered with others that despite charismatic leadership, fine product, mergers, venture capital infusions, bankruptcies and other forms of financial (rather than mechanical) engineering, have ended up in the ditch. Some have been saved, some reborn, but when it comes to Erik Buell Racing, all of the above have contributed to a long, wi
7 Motorcycle.Com Latest Articles Feed / by Andrew Capone /


EICMA 2015: Bosch's new motorcycle unit makes an impression with technology, safetyhttp://www.dealernews.com/dealernew...cycle-unit-makes-impression-technology-safety
MILAN, Italy/STUTTGART, Germany – While most EICMA exhibitors are focused on 2016, Bosch, which launched its new Two-wheeler & Powersports business unit in April, is way upstream. The Two-wheeler & Powersports unit takes Bosch product developments and services for cars and derives from them new systems for tomorrow's motorcycles. The company is showing some of its advanced technologies thi
Dealernews / by hwagner /


MC Garage Video: 5 Tools Every Motorcyclist Should Carryhttp://www.motorcyclistonline.com/m...-should-carry-tool-kits-motorcyclist-magazine
It’s happened to just about everyone at some point or another: You get stranded. In our experience the three most common reasons for getting sidelined during a ride are running out of gas, getting a flat tire, or having a part rattle loose. Thankfully it’s pretty easy to be prepared for all three of those scenarios. In fact, everything you need to get yourself home can fit into a small tank bag,
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EICMA-Feature 2015: Touratechhttp://www.motorradonline.de/stiefe...ino-adventure/699042?mrdkampagne=rss_homepage
Festes SchuhwerkDer Destino Adventure, den Touratech auf der EICMA 2015 in Mailand präsentierte, ist ein robuster Stiefel für Enduro-Reisende. Sein Clou: Der Innenschuh kann autark getragen werden. ... > weiter
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EICMA 2015 FIRST LOOK: Bimota Tesi 3D Café Racer Carbon Neo-retro café racer meets high-tech chassis design.http://www.cycleworld.com/2015/11/2...first-look-photos-eicma-2015-motorcycle-show/
Tiny Rimini, Italy-based motorcycle maker Bimota will forever be associated with its alternative-front-suspension Tesi models. Currently, the company is barely limping along from a financial perspective (as has been the case for decades), but thanks to the dedication of current General Director Pierluigi Marconi and his small but committed staff, Bimota showed off two new models at EICMA includin
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Elio unveils new P5 autocycle prototypehttp://www.dealernews.com/dealernews/article/elio-unveils-new-p5-autocycle-prototype
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Elio Motors has introduced its fifth-generation prototype, the P5, and is targeting a launch date of late 2016 for its three-wheeled, enclosed autocycle. The P5 is the company's first prototype to feature the 0.9-liter, 3-cylinder engine designed specifically for Elio Motors by engine developer IAV. It’s expected to get up to 84 mpg and retail for a target base price of $6,80
Dealernews / by hwagner /


[urlhttp://www.dealernews.com/dealernews/article/welcome-garage-moto-guzzi-factory-custom-platform=]Welcome to Garage Moto Guzzi, the factory custom platform[/url]
MANDELLO DEL LARIO, Italy - A brand wouldn’t be Italian without style, and Moto Guzzi is offering consumers a factory custom platform to design their own, customized bikes. Welcome to Garage Moto Guzzi, an online portal that offers scads of custom parts and accessories for the V7 and V9 models. All of the parts have been conceived, designed and made by Moto Guzzi and are subjected to strict contro
Dealernews / by hwagner /


Top 100 Dealer of the Year...is in Lexington, Kentuckyhttp://www.dealernews.com/dealernews/article/top-100-dealer-yearis-lexington-kentucky
SANTA MONICA, Calif. and CLEVELAND, Ohio – Dealernews announces that Lexington, Ky.-based Man O’War Harley-Davidson is the 2015 Top 100 Dealer of the Year. Performance PowerSports of Seneca, S.C. was first runner-up. Wildcat Harley-Davidson of London, Ky., and Vandervest Harley-Davidson of Green Bay, Wis., were second and third runners-up, respectively. Rounding out the Top 10 Dealers in this year
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NHTSA Recall


Bmw ( 15v718000 )http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners...searchCriteria.nhtsa_ids=15V718000&refurl=rss
Dated: OCT 29, 2015 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 535d xDrive, M5, 550i, 550i xDrive, and 535d sedans. The affected vehicles have an inboard l...
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The MotherShip

BMW Motorrad at EICMA - success breeds successhttp://www.bmw-motorrad.com/com/en/.../com/en/individual/news/2011/news.jsp&id=4991
The BMW Motorrad success story continues with each passing year and the opening day at the EICMA international motorcycle show in Milan, Italy, confirmed the brand's upward trend with even more models unveiled to an expectant crowd of journalists and enthusiasts packing out an all-new exhibition stand. ...
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BMW Motorrad USA Announces Pricing And Product Updates For Model Year 2016https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/usa/...=9&id=T0243966EN_US&left_menu_item=node__4315
Woodcliff Lake, NJ – November 20, 2015… BMW Motorrad USA has announced pricing and product updates for Model Year 2016.
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The New BMW C 650 Sport and C 650 GThttps://www.press.bmwgroup.com/usa/...=9&id=T0243963EN_US&left_menu_item=node__4315
Woodcliff Lake, NJ – November 20, 2015…With the new BMW C 650 Sport and C 650 GT, BMW Motorrad continues its series of premium vehicles in the scooter segment. Perfect for the city and other urban environments, they combine practicality and cost-efficiency with maximum riding fun and touring comfort. Riders with fondness for sport riding will appreciate their prowess on winding country roads as we
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The New BMW G 310 Rhttps://www.press.bmwgroup.com/usa/...=9&id=T0243964EN_US&left_menu_item=node__4315
Woodcliff Lake, NJ – November 20, 2015… One cylinder, lightweight, powerful dynamic performance – the BMW G 310 R embodies the pure essence of a BMW roadster: it has neither too little nor too much of anything. Pragmatic in the best sense of the word, it offers precisely what is needed – for dynamic performance and comfort, both in town and out in the country. The BMW G 310 R takes these essential
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The New BMW R nineT Scramblerhttps://www.press.bmwgroup.com/usa/...9&id=T0243965EN_US&left_menu_item=node__10398
Woodcliff Lake, NJ – November 20, 2015…Scramblers – They were ridden by scores of movie heroes and amateur racers. With deep-tread tires, a raised exhaust, somewhat extended spring travel and a relaxed seating position, Scramblers offered riders during the 1950s to 1970s not just motorcycling fun on winding country roads, but also great off-road capability and an extended range of uses. Like the m
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BMW is a Founding Member of Newly Formed ROEV Associationhttps://www.press.bmwgroup.com/usa/...=9&id=T0244123EN_US&left_menu_item=node__4100
Woodcliff Lake, NJ – November 20, 2015… At the 2015 Los Angeles International Auto Show, five partners, including two of the top EV automakers, BMW of North America and Nissan, together with the three largest EV charging networks in the U.S., CarCharging/Blink (OTCQB: CCGI), ChargePoint, and NRG EVgo, announced the creation of the ROEV Association (“ROEV”), a neutral collaboration of industry stak
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BMW Group supports 500 refugees with social and professional integration.https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/glob...elId=6&id=T0244104EN&left_menu_item=node__804
Practical training in cooperation with the Federal Employment Agency and Jobcenter.
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Cao Fei and John Baldessari to create the next BMW Art Carshttps://www.press.bmwgroup.com/usa/...=9&id=T0243942EN_US&left_menu_item=node__4536
Munich/New York. Following commissions by Jenny Holzer (1999), Olafur Elíasson (2007) and Jeff Koons (2010), the BMW Art Car series will now be continued. On the occasion of the series’ 40th anniversary, a jury of distinguished museum directors and curators chose two internationally renowned artists to design one car each. Chinese artist Cao Fei (*1978) and American artist John Baldessari (*1931)
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BMW Concept Compact Sedan. Sporty, elegant, exclusive – the perfect statement-maker.https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/port...Id=34&id=T0243906PT&left_menu_item=node__4314
The BMW Group has chosen Auto Guangzhou 2015, one of the largest international motor shows in China, to present a very special new development to the global public: the company’s vision of a four-door sedan for the compact segment.
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25 years of 3D printing at the BMW Group: Pioneers in additive manufacturing methodshttps://www.press.bmwgroup.com/ital...Id=10&id=T0243883IT&left_menu_item=node__5247
The BMW Group is celebrating the 25th anniversary of the introduction of additive manufacturing at the company these days. The additive manufacturing methods, which are becoming more well known under the collective term of ‘3D printing’, are among the key production methods of the future.
BMW Group PressClub Italy


 
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FORMULA 1

Mercedes worry over 'clever' Ferrarihttp://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/formula1/34841119
Only two pre-season tests next year, Force India sign new driver and Mercedes worry about "clever" Ferrari, plus more.
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Wolff: Rosberg is showing his classhttp://planetf1.com/news/wolff-rosberg-is-showing-his-class/
Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff believes that Nico Rosberg has proved he is a driver of considerable pedigree following back-to-back wins in Mexico and Brazil. Rosberg has spent the majority of the past two seasons in the shadow of team-mate Lewis Hamilton, with the Briton winning the 2014 and 2015 Drivers' Championships. An error from Rosberg at last month's United States Grand Prix allowed Hamilto
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Drivers' tactics would be wrong - Wolffhttp://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/121838
Formula 1 drivers allowed to choose their own strategies would "lose every single race", says Mercedes motorsport boss Toto Wolff after Lewis Hamilton's complaints over Brazilian Grand Prix tactics
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2015 Brazilian Grand Prix team radio transcript | 2015 Brazilian Grand Prixhttp://www.f1fanatic.co.uk/2015/11/17/2015-brazilian-grand-prix-team-radio-transcript/
For the second race in a row the fight for supremacy at Mercedes was as much a contest on the radio as it was on the track.
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F1: Honda: Too late for Red Bull deal nowhttp://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/121841
Honda motorsport chief Yasuhisa Arai says it is now too late to provide Red Bull with Formula 1 engines for next season should its likely Renault renewal fall through
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McLaren woes deepen as sponsor Tag Heuer defects to Red Bullhttp://telegraph.feedsportal.com/c/...uer0Edefects0Eto0ERed0EBull0Bhtml/story01.htm
Formula One team will split from Swiss watch-maker Tag Heuer with the cost of their season up to £50m
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Ecclestone gives Austin some breathing spacehttp://www.pitpass.com/55224/Ecclestone-gives-Austin-some-breathing-space
Following a shortfall in its state subsidy, Bernie Ecclestone is allowing COTA to pay race hosting fees late.
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Analysis: What BBC cuts mean for F1http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/121853
The BBC has released plans for its latest rounds of cuts, and a hefty sports budget reduction raises questions over Formula 1's remaining free-to-air television coverage in the UK
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Bernie Ecclestone turns down BBC plea to renegotiate F1 contracthttp://telegraph.feedsportal.com/c/...0Erenegotiate0EF10Econtract0Bhtml/story01.htm
Swingeing cuts to the corporation's sports rights division leaves them trying to save money on the current deal, which runs to the end of 2018
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F1: Analysis: Has Rosberg found his devil?http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/121874
What is behind Mercedes driver Nico Rosberg's recent run of Formula 1 form, that has seen him defeat team-mate Lewis Hamilton in straight fights in the last two grands prix?
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F1 eyes low cost ‘Indycar’ enginehttp://www.racecar-engineering.com/news/f1-eyes-low-cost-indycar-engine/
Formula 1 could feature Indycar style low technology 2.2 litre twin turbo engines in future as a low cost option for teams not wanting to run the sophisticated and relevant 1.6 litre V6 hybrid power units used currently. After manufacturers rejected a cost cap on customer supply deals the FIA issued a call for expressions of interest to engine tuners wishing to enter Formula 1 in 2017. Bernie Ecc
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Pirelli can find F1 four secondshttp://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/121887
Paul Hembery believes Pirelli can offer a cheaper solution to the 2017 rules conundrum that will ensure cars are four seconds per lap quicker than at present
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Was Brazil more proof F1’s overtaking gimmicks aren’t working any more? | 2015 Brazilian Grand Prixhttp://www.f1fanatic.co.uk/2015/11/19/have-f1s-overtaking-gimmicks-stopped-working/
F1 is in its fifth year with the Drag Reduction System and 'designed-to-degrade' tyres, but the Brazilian Grand Prix left drivers frustrated at the lack of passing.
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Honda’s Motorcycle and Automobile Engineering Prowess Combine in the Honda Project 2&4 Shown at the Los Angeles Auto Showhttps://motorsportsnewswire.wordpre...4-shown-at-the-los-angeles-auto-show-1118155/
LOS ANGELES, CA – November 18, 2015 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Showcasing the racing spirit of Honda and its unique place in the world of high-performance, high-tech mobility, the Honda Project 2&4 made its North American debut today at the 2015 Los Angeles Auto Show. The Honda 2&4 represents collaboration between Honda’s motorcycle and automobile divisions on a new performance vehicle c
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VW emissions scandal – VW confirms extra €100m of investment in electric techhttp://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/i...confirms-extra-€100m-investment-electric-tech
Volkswagen plans to increase its investment in alternative drive technologies by €100 million in 2016 as it seeks to recover from the emissions scandal Volkswagen says it will spend an extra €100 million on alternative drive technologies - including electric and hydrogen fuel cell powertrains - in 2016 as part of a realigned investment programme.The group's investment plans next year will also se
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VW, under deadline, submits fix to 2.0-liter diesel emissions violationshttp://www.autonews.com/article/201...ine-submits-fix-to-2-0-liter-diesel-emissions
The EPA and California air regulators received an initial proposal from Volkswagen, which faced a Friday deadline, to address emissions violations with the company's 2.0-liter diesel vehicles.
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The Elio Is America's Next Great Demi-Car For Freaks And Weirdoshttp://jalopnik.com/the-elio-is-americas-next-great-demi-car-for-freaks-and-1743561632
Mr. Elio showed off his newest Elio Motors P5 prototype today at the LA Auto Show, surrounded by an applauding crowd of freaks, fools, and local amateurs. Here is the halfway not-a-car that they so desperately desire.Read more...
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The Perfect Gifts For Someone Who Wants To Work On Their Own Carhttp://thegarage.jalopnik.com/the-perfect-gifts-for-someone-who-wants-to-work-on-thei-1741385203
Wrenching is America’s greatest pastime, but without the right tools, it can suck real hard. So here are 14 gifts you can buy a gearhead this holiday season to keep them from cursing their brains out in the garage.Read more...
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...It’s a BMW news online magazine dedicated to all the bimmer fans out there, but also geared towards all the automobile lovers. Our publication brings you the latest news, reviews, photos and every other little bit of interesting information from the BMW world. Our ultimate goal is to bring all the BMW enthusiasts together and create a unique “bimmer” community....



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The iPad Pro Is Now My Only Travel Gadgethttp://feeds.wired.com/c/35185/f/66...d0Epro0Eperfect0Etravel0Egadget0C/story01.htm
Six flights and one cruise ship later, I should know: These laptop-tablet hybrid devices are the best travel companion since plane-friendly liquor bottles. The post The iPad Pro Is Now My Only Travel Gadget appeared first on WIRED.
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The Making Of An Icon: How The "Peace For Paris" Sign Spread Around The World
Following the terrorist attacks on Paris Friday, one graphic designer's raw reaction becomes a global symbol of peace and solidarity.In the wake of the horrific acts of terrorism that ripped through France on Friday, November 13, killing at least 129 people and injuring hundreds, an image with a message of peace has emerged amid the darkness and gone viral. It's simple, haunting, and has served as
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Your Toolbox Is Hopelessly Inadequate Without Fiskars's Reengineered Hammer and Machetehttp://www.fastcodesign.com/3053488...s-reengineered-hammer-and-machete?partner=rss
An early champion of user-friendly design, Fiskars tackles your toolshed."We have a saying here that even the simplest things can be made better or smarter," says Steve Stokes, a design engineer at Fiskars. The Finnish company, which dates from 1649, was a pioneer of user-friendly design and is best known for its ergonomic scissors and small tools. Its latest products take that high-perf
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This 'Star Wars'-Themed Motorcycle Comes With A Lightsaberhttp://www.techtimes.com/articles/107886/20151117/star-wars-motorcycle-with-lightsaber.htm
Not only is Ural's limited 'Dark Force' motorcycle line 'fully blacked out to hide you in the shadows' like a Sith lord, but it comes complete with a three-foot expandable lightsaber.
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Drinking Five Cups Of Coffee A Day Could Be Key To Longer Life: How To Make Your Coffee Healthierhttp://www.techtimes.com/articles/1...er-life-how-to-make-your-coffee-healthier.htm
A study found regular coffee drinkers have lower chances of dying from various diseases, but not all cups are made equal. Explore your love for the world's favorite dark bittersweet liquid the healthy way.
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2017 Fiat 124 Spider Roadster Debuts At LA Auto Show: 'La Dolce Vita, Turbocharged'http://www.techtimes.com/articles/1...t-la-auto-show-la-dolce-vita-turbocharged.htm
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles released the new Fiat 124 Spider at the 2015 Los Angeles Auto Show, and fans of Italian design were pleased. 50 years after its release, the classic roadster received the modern revamping it deserved.
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Run Disk Cleanup After the Windows November Update to Save 20GB+ of Spacehttp://lifehacker.com/run-disk-cleanup-after-the-windows-november-update-to-s-1743476619
This month, Microsoft released its first major update to Windows 10. If you’ve already done this upgrade, be sure to run Disk Cleanup. It can save you upwards of 20GB of hard drive space.http://lifehacker.com/whats-new-in-w...Those of us at Lifehacker who have already installed the Windows update noticed that during a Disk Cleanup, there’s an easy 20GB of space that can be removed. To find it, run the Disk Cleanup utility, and after the initial scan, click “Clean up system files.” After a second scan, there should be an option reading “Previous Windows installation(s).” When we ran the scan, t
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Vocal Cords Grown In A Lab May Someday Cure Voice Or Speech Impairmenthttp://www.techtimes.com/articles/1...b-may-someday-cure-voice-speech-disorders.htm
People whose voices are impaired because of severely damaged vocal cords could someday get help from bioengineered cords, researchers suggest. Cords grown from donor cells show promise, they say.
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BIKE CANDY

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Alpina / R01http://ottonero.blogspot.com/2015/11/alpina-r01.html
- The Mighty motor
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11月29日ツーリング詳細
67 46blog by ritmo /
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Hello everyone! Ritmo Sereno is Uda staff. And Friday today. It is a layer of fishing fool diary day. This term it became a story Nante - ne interesting drama, Well everyone name not come out. "~ What those people who are out on it." "~ I'm similar to the Ares I that person" no longer encrypted. And it reached the N Ura's Chifumeka, although would I wanted to say the name of the tin Hirose, no longer tired anymore last name and even the name of the distinction between "Kke's what Suzuki ...?". Still Ritmo are doing fine! ! ! Touring routes Well November 29 was decided! Set in Kosaka SA → Garden IC → Nagatoro → Nakatsukyo → Chichibu → It becomes course such Dangozaka. Lunch is scheduled for Otaki cafeteria specialty "bike tank lunch"! The perfect this season in autumn leaves! Please contact me by e-mail the direction of the Let ♪ join us hope to go to touring to come together to pay this year's run. In addition, it receives an application also in the shop. We look forward to the participation of many people! !

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Bmw R 1150 Lucky Bros. 13 & 17http://designercut.blogspot.com/2015/11/bmw-r-1150-lucky-bros-13-17.html
Si ritengono giustamente fortunati i due fratelli Tedeschi presto felici possessori di queste BMW R 1150.Di età vicinissima , imprenditori di successo ed entrambi appassionati di BMW e possessori di una R 1150, hanno deciso di regalarsi una Special per festeggiare un loro successo lavorativo.Naturalmente la loro simbiosi riguarda anche i gusti motociclistici, visto che praticamente hanno chiesto
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DAILY INSPIRATION: Analog Motorcycles R90/6http://www.motomucci.com/2015/11/daily-inspiration-analog-motorcycles.html
BMW R90/6Analog MotorcyclesPhotos: Whiplash Racing
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Pictures: HPnineT custom BMW from High Octanehttp://www.morebikes.co.uk/pictures-hpninet-custom-bmw-from-high-octane/
How cool is this? A custom café racer based on the BMW RnineT. The bike has been designed and built by the Dutch custom-bike builders High Octane Speed Shop. We reckon this looks like how a BMW built Thruxton might have turned out – and we like it. This is a one-off bike, unlike the RnineT Scrambler that BMW just revealed at the EICMA show in Milan, so unfortunately it doesn’t look like this one
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Endurance style: Walt Siegl’s custom MV Agustahttp://www.bikeexif.com/mv-agusta-walt-siegl
Walt Siegl, I’d wager, is the world’s best custom Ducati builder. But it turns out that the machines from Bologna are not his only love. “When I was a boy in Austria, long before I’d heard of Ducati, I considered the King of Persia a man of good taste: he had nine MV Agustas,” says Walt. “MV was winning everything at that time—Italian jewels that beat the British and the Americans. There were pos
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Bike Candy - The Archive Edition

This will be my last post in this thread.

This summer I was presented with a great opportunity to take on some new challenges. In the process I have moved and have been cutting back in a number of things I do. Having had the luxury of being able to purposely wonder through life it has been difficult to accept I need to cut back in some areas to properly focus on the new opportunities and make them work. Since joining in 85, I have left before because it made sense at the time and come back when it made sense to once again.

I have a cage project in mind for the coming summer. I will continue to ride the Roadster and throw a leg across almost anything anyone will let me ride.(I am still a bike slut. :blush).

I put together some slide shows of pictures that have appeared over the years in The Morning Reads and then in Bench Racing and the Morning Reads. The organization is not perfect. It includes +/- 20,000 photos that have appeared in this thread and its predecessors. I hope they tide you over until we meet someplace down the road or perhaps at a future date on the forum.

Thank you all for your support and kind attention.


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BIKE CANDY - The Archive Edition


The Morning Reads Years

Morning Reads Years 1 & 2 (2006 and 2007)

FWIW: This effort has always been a bit confused, eclectic and never has taken itself too seriously.
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Morning Reads Year 3 (2008)

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Bench Racing & The Morning Reads - 2009 to present

BR&TMR - 2009

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BR&TMR - 2010

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BR&TMR - 2011

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BR&TMR - 2012

FWIW: It has always been about the members around here. We start each post by celebrating birthdays. This slide show starts with some of the cake pictures we used to celebrate them in 2013

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BR&TMR - 2013

FWIW: 2013 starts the same way 2012 did.

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BR&TMR - 2014

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BR&TMR - 2015

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BMW PressClub
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C Series

BMW C1

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C600 Sport SE C650 GT SE Intermot 2014

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C600 Sport /GT

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G Series

G 310

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BMW G 450 X at the EICMA 2007

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BMW G650X

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The new BMW G 650 GS - 2010

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The new BMW G 650 GS Sertão - 2011

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F Series

F800

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F800R 2012

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F800GS 2013 Revision

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F800R 2014 Press Kit Photos

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F800GT

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BMW F800GS - 2016

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BMW F700GS - 2016

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R Series

R1200GS 2010[/b]

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R1200RT

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R1200ST

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R1200R

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R1200S

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BMW R nine T

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BMW R nine T Scrambler

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R1200RS 2015 Press Kit Photos

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K Series

K1200GT

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K1300

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K1600

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S Series

S1000RR

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S1000RR 2015

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S1000XR 2014 Press Kit Photos

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S1000XR 2016 Color option


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HP Series

R1200S HP

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BMW HP

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BMW HP4


Concept Models

MINI Scooter E

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BMW Concept C1e

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BMW LoRider Concept

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BMW Motorrad Concept C

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BMW Concept 101

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BMW Path 22 Concept Bike

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BMW Concept 6

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FWIW: I wouldn’t be able to afford it but when the K lineup is updated I certainly hope a street version of this concept makes it to the showroom and streets.


eRR BMW Motorrad

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BMW historical compulations and miscellaneous PressClub groupings

BMW Special Models EICMA 2012

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30 Years of GS anniversary

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BMW GS 30 Years Special Models

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80 Years of BMW Motorcycles

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90 Years of BMW

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ISETTA

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The MotherShip

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Husqvarna

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Husqvarna Intermot 2012

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Husqvarna Dakar 2013

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WSBK

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WSBK and WSS

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Cage World

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BMW 328 Kamm Back

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BMW 328 Hommage

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Concorso d’Eleganza Este

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Lake Como Winners 2010

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BMW PressClub
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Misc. BIKE CANDY

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Ritmo-seremo.com

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Confederate Motorcycles

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Magpul Ronin

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Big Ned

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[sze=6\FaceBike[/size]

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