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Bench Racing & The Morning Reads

Bench Racing and The Morning Reads: Tuesday 14 May 2019




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On Street and Track

BMW Motorrad Motorsport News: BMW racers dominate the International Road Racing Championship season-opener.https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/glob...racing-championship-season-opener?language=en
BRTMRBMW Group PressClub Global / 8h
BMW racers dominate the International Road Racing Championship season-opener – GERT56 by GS YUASA defends lead in the FIM Endurance World Cup.
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Top ten finish for Markus Reiterberger and the BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team in Saturday’s race at Imola.https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/glob...-team-in-saturday’s-race-at-imola?language=en
BRTMRBMW Group PressClub Global / 2d
Saturday’s race in the FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) at Imola (ITA) ended with a top ten finish for the BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team. Markus Reiterberger (GER) crossed the line in tenth place on his BMW S 1000
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BRTMRBMW Group PressClub Global / 1d
Sunday’s race day at Imola (ITA) was much shorter than planned for the FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) and the BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team. Tom Sykes (GBR) and Markus Reiterberger (GER) claimed eighth and
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BMW MOTORRAD IN THE NEWS

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TVS-BMW Motorrad Working On A New Powerful Twin Cylinder Motorcycle\
BRTMRGaadiWaadi.com / 1d
TVS-BMW Motorrad Working On A New Powerful Twin Cylinder Motorcycle GaadiWaadi.com The upcoming twin cylinder motorcycle will likely rival directly against Royal Enfield 650 twins and Kawasaki models.


Two by Four: A pair of wild BMW S1000 customs from VTRhttp://www.bikeexif.com/bmw-s1000-customs
BRTMR500+Bike EXIF Update / 2d
VTR have a rep for building some of the wildest BMW customs. There’s a regular stream of Bavarian metal rolling through their workshop, and it’s only natural: VTR is the custom arm of the Swiss BMW dealer Stucki2Rad.


BaT Auction: 1988 BMW R100GS at No Reservehttps://bringatrailer.com/listing/1988-bmw-r100gs/
BRTMR83The best vintage and classic cars for sa... / 2d
This 1988 BMW R100GS is powered by a 980cc boxer twin paired with a rebuilt five-speed transmission and shaft drive.


BMW S1000RR 2019 high speed test - MCN superbike performance specs | Motorcyclenews.comhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GyGuBwXw6Ps
BRTMR92MCN - Motorcyclenews.com / 3d
We test the high speed performance of the 2019 BMW S1000RR superbike.


OTHER MANUFACTURERS

Ducati First Quarter 2019 Sales Up 5% Worldwidehttps://www.asphaltandrubber.com/news/ducati-sales-q1-2019/
BRTMR500+Asphalt & Rubber » Asphalt & Rubber / 2d
Ducati's sales for 2019 are off to a good start, though the Italian brand has some interesting results for Q1 2019 thus far. The post Ducati First Quarter 2019 Sales Up 5% Worldwide appeared first on Asphalt & Rubber .


Harley-Davidson CEO Levatich pushes back on critics of 'More Roads' strategy, LiveWire at annual meetinghttps://www.bizjournals.com/milwauk...ley-davidson-ceo-levatich-pushes-back-on.html
Motorcycle industry newsMilwaukee Business Journal / 15h
Harley-Davidson CEO Levatich pushes back on critics of 'More Roads' strategy, LiveWire at annual meeting Milwaukee Business Journal Harley-Davidson held its annual shareholders meeting Thursday, and the question


Rent Yamaha Motorcycles Throughout The UShttps://www.motorcyclistonline.com/rent-yamaha-motorcycles-throughout-us
BRTMRMotorcyclist / 6h
News ATVs, side-by-sides, and snowmobiles available too A national network of rental programs makes up Destination Yamaha, allowing riders the chance to try a new ride or select a guided adventure.


Indian Developing VVT for Thunder Stroke Enginehttps://www.motorcycle.com/mini-features/indian-developing-vvt-for-thunder-stroke-engine.html
BRTMR500+Motorcycle.com / 3d
In April, Motorcycle.com broke the news that Indian is about to introduce a new liquid-cooled V-Twin engine originally developed for Victory Motorcycles



MC NEWS

Motorcycle Mailmen In 1912https://www.motorcyclistonline.com/motorcycle-mailmen-in-1912
BRTMR32Motorcyclist / 2d
News Using motorcycles to deliver mail by any means Early Harley-Davidson and Indian models ferried postmen and their cargo across this country’s counties as the motorcycle began to replace the horse.


5 Best Bikes To Grow Motorcyclinghttps://www.cycleworld.com/
BRTMR3KCycle World / 2d
Bikes Five of the best to help increase the ranks of riders Which motorcycles are the ones that will help grow the numbers of riders in the future. We find out in this episode of 5 Best Bikes .


Edmonton vs. Loud Pipes, Round Five, about to debut?http://canadamotoguide.com/2019/05/13/edmonton-vs-loud-pipes-round-five-about-to-debut/
44CMG News / 3h
Edmonton appears to once again be preparing to tackle the problem of noisy motorcycles within city limits, although its plans are unclear. Over the past few years, Edmonton has been trying to come up with a solution for loud vehicles,


Motorcycle safety on and off the roadshttp://siouxlandnews.com/news/local/motorcycle-safety-on-and-off-the-roads
BRTMRSiouxland News / 1d
Motorcycle safety on and off the roads Siouxland News It's that time of the year when more motorcycle riders are out on the roadways and while it may be a fun time it's important to be put safety first.


Motorcycle Tariffs!https://dirtbikemagazine.com/motorcycle-tariffs/
BRTMR100+Dirt Bike Magazine / 1d
BY JEAN TURNER The motorcycle industry is currently facing the threat of multiple tariffs—so many that it is hard to keep track.


How to Find the Best Motorcycle For Youhttps://motorbikewriter.com/find-best-motorcycle-you-2/
BRTMRMotorbike Writer / 3d
(Sponsored post for our North American readers) Buying a motorbike is an investment, so you want to get the best motorcycle for you!


RIDING

2019 Trackday Directory: Easy Speed and Fun On Trackhttps://www.roadracingworld.com/news/?id=ba7f7d9b-65bd-407d-a159-f87d20034fa1
BRTMRRoadracingworld.com / 3d
Featured in the Roadracing World 2019 Trackday Directory: Easy Speed... The KTM 790 Duke's throttle response seemed a bit touchy as I pulled a...


This needs to be on your motorcycle tour bucket listhttps://www.visordown.com/news/viral/needs-be-your-motorcycle-tour-bucket-list
BRTMR72Visordown / 3d
Image: If you are an off-road riding fan and love travel – these trails in Vietnam have to be on your radar




GEAR

Muc-Off Launches 1st Pressure Washer for Bikeshttps://www.motorcyclepowersportsnews.com/muc-off-launches-1st-pressure-washer-for-bikes/
BRTMRMotorcycle & Powersports News / 3d
Muc-Off announced the launch of the world’s first pressure washer, designed purely for bicycles and motorcycles. The concept of the pressure washer was developed for a unit design from the ground up, specifically for two-wheel bike


Gear Deals For Women Ridershttps://www.motorcycle.com/products/gear-deals-for-women-riders
BRTMRMotorcycle.com / 2d
While controversy swirls around our official Mother’s Day buyer’s guide , we thought we’d take the time to look at some riding gear specifically designed for those who now make up a growing 19% of the motorcycle market in the United


Halley’s Helmet Stand & Rack Help Helmets Strut Their Stuffhttps://www.webbikeworld.com/halley-helmet-stand-rack-review/
BRTMR50Web Bike World / 1d
I gotta say, I didn’t think that when I sat down to write this review that the angle I’d take would be one of sex appeal and beauty. Yet, here I am about to write exactly that… about helmet stands, of all things.


100% Hudson Sunglasses – Impact-Resistant Motorcycle Sunglasseshttps://silodrome.com/100-percent-hudson-sunglasses
BRTMRSilodrome / 3d
The 100% Hudson Sunglasses were developed for use by motorcyclists and cyclists, they feature impact resistant and lightweight polycarbonate lenses, with 6-base spherical lenses, and a shatterproof, lightweight Grilamid TR90


The WiPEY is here! And we’re confused…https://www.visordown.com/news/product-news/wipey-here-and-we’re-confused…
BRTMR200+Visordown / 3d
Image: Is it the next must-have accessory, or asking a question nobody asked???


TECH

How to Do Bike Repair Without Becoming a Motorcycle Mechanichttps://motorbikewriter.com/bike-repair-motorcycle-mechanic/
BRTMRMotorbike Writer / 3d
(Sponsored post) You don’t need to be a motorcycle mechanic to fix your bike. Here is how to do basic motorcycle repair. You’re great at burning up the rubber.


The Racing Sheet

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Gene Romero, 1948-2019https://motoamerica.com/2019/05/gene-romero-1948-2019/
MotoAmerica » Feed / 26min
Gene Romero passed away on Sunday, May 12 at the age of 71. The following is from the AMA… The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame and the American Motorcyclist Association offer condolences to the family and friends of AMA


Films: Watch Three 1980s-Era African Safari Rallies Back To Backhttps://silodrome.com/films-watch-three-1980s-era-african-safari-rallies-back-to-back
BRTMRSilodrome / 1d
These two films (above and below) include the coverage of the 1982 Safari Rally Kenya, the 1982 Ivory Coast Rally, and the 1983 Safari Rally. African Safari Rallies need no introduction, they have a long history of being some of


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2019 Imola WorldSBK Sunday Press Releaseshttps://motomatters.com/press_release/2019/05/13/2019_imola_worldsbk_sunday_press.html
by Press Release / 2h
Press releases after the races in Imola: WorldSBK Race 2 and WorldSSP300 races cancelled due to weather conditions in Imola

BMW ace Tom Sykes: Start from pit lane was unnecessary!https://www.speedweek.com/sbk/news/143014/BMW-Ass-Tom-Sykes-Start-aus-Boxengasse-war-unnoetig.html
By Kay Hettich - 13.05.2019 10:25
For the Superbike World Cup 2019 a minimum tire pressure was included in the regulations. BMW driver Tom Sykes had therefore start in Imola from the pit lane into the sprint race - as it turned out later, unnecessarily.
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Mixed emotions for Sykes, hoping to find "something extra" at Jerezhttp://www.worldsbk.com/en/news/201...Sykes+hoping+to+find+something+extra+at+Jerez
300+SBK / 8h
Having been robbed of a podium in Race 1, Sykes is upbeat and already looking ahead to round six!


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FIA.com SPANISH GRAND PRIXhttps://www.fia.com/events/fia-formula-one-world-championship/season-2019/eventtiming-information-10: Event and Timing Information
F1 news: Lewis Hamilton discusses 'history' as Toto Wolff sends Ferarri 'fear' messagehttps://www.express.co.uk/sport/f1-...-history-Mercedes-Toto-Wolff-Ferrari-Red-Bull
Daily Express / 11h
MERCEDES chief Toto Wolf has declared that he is not scared about Ferrari or Red Bull this season, after his drivers Lewis Hamilton and Valtteri Bottas secured another 1-2 finish on Sunday.


Ferrari concedes 2019 car concept may be wronghttps://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/ferrari-2019-car-concept-wrong/4387513/
2KMotorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories / 8h
The Italian outfit had hoped that an aerodynamic and engine upgrade introduced for Barcelona last weekend would help lift its form and allow it to beat Mercedes. But it endured another tough weekend as Mercedes was


Sebastian Vettel: How I helped Lewis Hamilton win Spanish Grand Prixhttps://www.express.co.uk/sport/f1-...sh-Grand-Prix-Mercedes-Ferrari-F1-news-Bottas
Daily Express / 9h
SEBASTIAN VETTEL has admitted he helped Lewis Hamilton win the Spanish Grand Prix.

Cages- On the Street and Track

BMW IN THE NEWS

This Is Why You Should Stop Calling the 2020 Toyota Supra a “Rebadged BMW”https://www.topspeed.com/cars/car-n...020-toyota-supra-a-rebadged-bmw-ar185411.html
Cages TopSpeed Newsletter / 20h
Like death and taxes, Internet comments asserting that the 2020 Toyota Supra isn’t a “real” Toyota seem inevitable. On the surface, the accusation seems justified.


BMW will never make a pickup truck, nor ever badge-engineer carshttps://www.bmwblog.com/2019/05/11/bmw-will-never-make-a-pickup-truck-nor-ever-badge-engineer-cars/
Cages Bmw Blog / 2d
Ever since an April Fool’s joke many moons ago, featuring a pickup truck version of the E92 BMW M3 , there have been rumors swirling about a potential Bavarian pickup.




OTHER CAGE NEWS

1939 Porsche Type 64: One of Stuttgart's First Creations Heads to Auction at Monterey Car Weekhttps://www.thedrive.com/news/27967...64-headed-to-auction-during-monterey-car-week
61The Drive / 3h
An incredibly rare and historically significant Porsche will be crossing the auction block this summer during Monterey Car Week. Scheduled to see the limelight at the RM Sotheby’s auction in August is a fully restored 1939

You Can Own the First Two Pontiac Firebirds Ever Made for $285,000https://www.thedrive.com/news/27964/you-can-own-the-first-two-pontiac-firebirds-ever-made-for-285000
Cages 200+The Drive / 20h
If you’ve got cash to burn and a hankering for uber-special Pontiac Firebirds, then we've got the deal for you. Up for sale on Ebay are the first-ever examples of Pontiac's muscle machine that's gone on to create a cult following


$10 Million Ferrari 250 GT SWB Berlinetta to Cross Auction Block at Monterey Car Weekhttps://www.thedrive.com/news/27963...a-to-cross-auction-block-at-monterey-car-week
Cages 74The Drive / 21h
With the first Ford GT40 to win Le Mans , a Porsche 908 K, a $48 million Ferrari 250 GTO, and enough other remarkable cars to fill a parking garage, last year's RM Sotheby's Monterey auction was one for the history books.


The Bentley Ultratank Is the Ultimate Build for Shredding Your Country Club's Greens All to Hellhttps://www.thedrive.com/news/27958...redding-your-country-clubs-greens-all-to-hell
Cages 500+The Drive / 1d
Was the Bentley Continental GT always just a bit too tame for you? Russian YouTubers AcademeG have your back, as they took a V-8 example and added tank tracks where the wheels would usually go.


Electrified Aston Martin DB6: driving a future-proof classichttps://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/...aston-martin-db6-driving-future-proof-classic
Cages 20Autocar RSS Feed / 2d
Electric DB6 drives very much like the petrol-fed original Aston Martin Works has turned a petrol DB6 Volante into an ion-fuelled one – and it could be the first of many electric classic Astons Manufacturers keep telling us that


The Coolest Cars and Trucks Headed to 2019 Mecum Auction Indianapolishttps://www.thedrive.com/news/27768...ch-out-for-at-2019-mecum-auction-indianapolis
Cages 79The Drive / 1d
The Mecum auction held every year in Indianapolis, Indiana is one of the biggest and most popular auctions in the country, and most certainly in the good 'ol Midwest.


Used buying guide: the SUV cynic's dream garagehttps://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/features/used-buying-guide-suv-cynics-dream-garage
Cages Autocar RSS Feed / 1d
Lancia Thema 8.32 Here are 18 eminently more interesting alternatives to the humdrum high-riders flying off Britain’s forecourts Of the 10 cars that recorded the most market share growth in Europe during 2018, do you care to estimate


https://www.wheels24.co.za/News/Guides_and_Lists/see-most-expensive-cars-sold-at-auction-20190510Wheels24.co.za | SEE: Most expensive cars sold at auction
Cages Wheels News / 3d
With outrageous prices, some of the rarest and most exotic vehicles have made their appearances at auctions in these past recent years.


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BIKE CANDY

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On Street and Track

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Join BMW Motorrad At The MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship GEICO Motorcycle U.S. Round, MotoAmerica Championship of Montereyhttps://www.press.bmwgroup.com/usa/...erica-championship-of-monterey?language=en_US
BRTMRBMW Group PressClub USA / 3d
Woodcliff Lake, NJ – May 14, 2019…Join BMW Motorrad and some of the world’s greatest motorcycle road racers at WeatherTech® Raceway Laguna Seca in Monterey, CA, July 12-14, for the MOTUL FIM Superbike World


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BMW Motorrad oferece R 1200 GS com condições especiaishttps://www.press.bmwgroup.com/braz...r-1200-gs-com-condições-especiais?language=pt
BRTMRBMW Group PressClub Brazil / 3d
Ação promocional é válida durante o mês de maio nas concessionárias da marca.


BMW MOTORRAD IN THE NEWS

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2019 BMW S1000RR Set for Launch in Indiahttp://bikeindia.in/2019-bmw-s1000rr-set-for-launch-in-india/
Bike India / 2h
German marque, BMW is all set to launch the 2019 BMW S1000RR on 25 June. The new generation of the BMW S1000RR is lighter and more powerful. Recent reports state that BMW is finally set to launch the new BMW S1000RR


2019 BMW S 1000RR First Ride Reviewhttp://bikeindia.in/2019-bmw-s-1000rr-first-ride-review/
Bike India / 2h
Estoril in Portugal proved an apt locale for us to pinpoint all the notable departures the new BMW S 1000RR has made from its old avatar and how BMW have set a new benchmark with this bike. Story: Aspi Bhathena



Test Ride: 2019 BMW R1250GShttp://canadamotoguide.com/2019/05/17/test-ride-2019-bmw-r1250gs/
BRTMRCanada Moto Guide / 5h
A few years ago, I rode my old dirt bike from Toronto to San Francisco and home again, and there wasn’t a moment when I didn’t wish I was on a big BMW GS.


2019 TVS Apache RR 310 Launchhttp://bikeindia.in/2019-tvs-apache-rr-310-launch/
BRTMRBike India / 7h
The TVS Apache RR 310 is currently the most advanced and premium offering from TVS. We’ve just got news that a new TVS motorcycle variant is launching on the 28 May.


Vishal Sikka boards BMW Grouphttps://economictimes.indiatimes.co...kka-boards-bmw-group/articleshow/69366624.cms
BRTMR20Auto-Industry-Economic Times / 12h
BMW held its annual general body meeting. The company said Sikka had no other board nominations.


A camouflaged BMW K1100 (with an e-bike to match)http://www.bikeexif.com/bmw-k1100-cafe-racer
BRTMR400+Bike EXIF Update / 20h
Traditional cafe racers are typically designed with restraint high on the agenda. But we’re just as enthused by customs that trade reservedness for loudness—like this BMW K1100 with extremely sharp lines and a reflective livery.


BaT Auction: 1969 BMW R50/2https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1969-bmw-r50-2-3/
BRTMR20The best vintage and classic cars for sa... / 22h
This 1969 BMW R50/2 features a custom grey paint scheme and is powered by a 494cc boxer twin paired with a 4-speed transmission and shaft drive. The seller acquired the bike 10 years ago from Motoworks Chicago and has since


2019 BMW R1250RT Reviewhttps://www.motorcycle.com/manufacturer/bmw/2019-bmw-r1250rt-review.html
BRTMR20Motorcycle.com / 3d
2019 BMW R1250RT Editor Score: 90.5% Engine 19.0/20 Suspension/Handling 14.5/15 Transmission/Clutch 8.5/10 Brakes 9.0/10 Instruments/Controls 3.5/5 Ergonomics/Comfort 9.5/10 Appearance/Quality


OTHER MANUFACTURERS

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Ducati Brings Off-Road Academy to North America for First Timehttps://www.advpulse.com/adv-news/ducati-off-road-training-north-america/
BRTMR100+ADV Pulse / 21h
The towering Wasatch and Uinta Mountains of Utah will be home base for Ducati this June, as the Italian brand brings its world-renowned Ducati Riding Experience (DRE) off-road training program to North America for the first time.


Volkswagen Restructuring Plan Gets Union Support, But What Does It Mean for Ducati?https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/news/volkswagen-labor-deal-ducati/
BRTMR100+Asphalt & Rubber » Asphalt & Rubber / 1d
The VW Group has a new deal with its labor union. But does that mean the Italian brandv will go back up for sale later this year? The post Volkswagen Restructuring Plan Gets Union Support, But What Does It Mean for Ducati?
FWIW Predicti or suggest something often enough and you just might be right.I remain sceptical about the rumors of a Ducati sale. It does not make sense to me.


Harley-Davidson, Indian leasing company adds senior VP of Saleshttp://powersportsbusiness.com/news...dian-leasing-company-adds-senior-vp-of-sales/
BRTMRPowersports Business / 23h
Fuel Capital Group Inc. recently announced that its board of directors has appointed Stephen Pietrowicz as senior vice-president of sales and marketing. “We are fortunate to have someone of Steve Pietrowicz’ caliber and experience


The 2020 Yamaha R1 is coming with auto braking (apparently)https://www.morebikes.co.uk/58356/the-2020-yamaha-r1-is-coming-with-auto-braking-apparently/
BRTMRMoreBikes / 1d
There’s been various rumours and updates about the next-generation Yamaha R1, widely expected to appear at the end of this year to make up the top of the 2020 model range. So far we’ve been told that the bike is getting variable


Triumph Partners with Williams F1 & Others To Make Electric Motorcycleshttps://www.asphaltandrubber.com/news/triumph-electric-motorcycles-partnership/
BRTMR200+Asphalt & Rubber » Asphalt & Rubber / 1d
Triumph Motorcycles wants to start making electric motorcycles, and it's partnering with three other British firms to do it. The post Triumph Partners with Williams F1 & Others


Honda patents variable riding positionhttps://motorbikewriter.com/honda-patents-variable-riding-position/
BRTMRMotorbike Writer / 3d
Honda has been going crazy with some equally crazy patents lately but the latest patent applications for a variable riding position and drum brakes are both brilliant and bizarre. Recent Honda patent applications include: A helmet


MC NEWS

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Electric Bikes, Rocket Fuel, And The Possibility Of Disappointmenthttps://www.cycleworld.com/electric-bikes-rocket-fuel-and-possibility-disappointment
BRTMR30Cycle World / 7h
Bikes Yearning for a breakthrough that may never come What does it mean for a battery that powers an electric motorcycle to “have it all”? Kevin Cameron puts the future in perspective by reflecting on the past.


What motorcycle do you regret selling?https://www.revzilla.com/common-tread/what-motorcycle-do-you-regret-selling
BRTMRRevZilla Articles / 6h
Many long-time riders can tell wistful stories about the one that got away. What's your regret?



Best Used Motorcycles With High Torque Engineshttps://www.motorcyclistonline.com/best-used-motorcycles-with-high-torque-engines
BRTMRMotorcyclist / 4h
News Getting work done with good old-fashioned twist “Horsepower sells cars, torque wins races” summarizes the sentiment that torque does the heavy lifting, and these are the torque monsters to get the job done.


Top 10 Exciting Motorcycle Developments of 2019 So Far…https://www.motorcycle.com/top10/top-10-exciting-motorcycle-developments-of-2019-so-far.html
BRTMR32Motorcycle.com / 16h
It’s been a stellar year for new motorcycles; our frequent flier miles are piling up like crazy as we span the globe to bring you the thrill of victory (Indian now) and the agony of defeat, from the 2019 bumper crop of everything from Nikens to


Does your head crush like a cabbage in a crash?https://motorbikewriter.com/head-crush-cabbage-crash/
BRTMR100Motorbike Writer / 1d
If you believe your head will crush as easily as a cabbage if you crash, then this video of some helmets being crushed will be of interest. Crush test The video from the “ Hydraulic Press Channel” on Youtube shows a cabbage in several


Triumph partners with F1 team in multi-million electric pushhttps://www.visordown.com/news/industry/triumph-partners-f1-team-multi-million-electric-push
BRTMR100+Visordown / 2d
Image: An electric future is quickly, if quietly coming... and the government is putting Triumph at the forefront of it


The Electric Folderhttps://thevintagent.com/2019/05/16/the-electric-folder/
BRTMRThe Vintagent / 1d
Brompton is the UK's biggest domestic bicycle producer, and has introduced an electric folding bicycle that expands the range of possibilities for commuters and tourists.


Should e-bikes be classed as motorcycles?https://motorbikewriter.com/e-bikes-classed-motorcycles/
BRTMRMotorbike Writer / 2d
The real boom in electric vehicles is in pedal-assisted e-bikes which are being used as commuters. But are they bicycles or motorcycles? The question is now being asked by legislators, bicycle and motorcycle industry representatives.


Video: How to handle New York's motorcycle checkpointshttps://www.revzilla.com/common-tread/video-how-to-handle-nys-motorcycle-checkpoints
BRTMR4KRevZilla Articles / 1d
A motorcyclist leaves his camera rolling for a motorcycles-only traffic stop.


Opinion: Hitting the speed limithttp://canadamotoguide.com/2019/05/15/opinion-hitting-the-speed-limit/
The Story Of A Motorcyclist’s Valued Treasure—The Wallet
BRTMR100+Motorcyclist / 2d
Gear Getting sentimental over a fold of leather Motojournalist Jeff Buchanan discovers the often overlooked, yet strangely significant relationship we have with one of our routine accessories: the wallet.



ROAD TESTS / REVIEWS

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You didn’t know you needed a Honda Grom sidecar until now
https://www.motofire.com/2019/05/sidecar-grom-is-awesome/
BRTMRMotofire / 2d
Grom, MSX125. Whatever you call it in your part of the world, you can’t deny the pint-sized two-wheeler from Honda looks great, and if you’ve ridden one you’ll probably agree they’re great fun, too.


RIDING

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We Can All Help to Reduce Motorcycle Casualties, Says GEMhttps://superbike-news.co.uk/wordpress/we-can-all-help-to-reduce-motorcycle-casualties-says-gem/
BRTMRSuperbike News / 3d
ROAD SAFETY and breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist is keen to reduce motorcycle casualties during the current peak riding season. Central to this, according to GEM, should be a focus for riders on boosting their skill and


TECH

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Best Fuel Stabilizers: Top Options for Storage and Protectionhttps://www.thedrive.com/reviews/28046/best-fuel-stabilizers
Cages The Drive / 1d
TheDrive and its partners may earn a commission if you purchase a product through one of our links. Read more. Keeping your vehicle running at peak performance can be a difficult task. Luckily, there are lots of remedies and


Making CDI Work On Motorcycles—50 Ways To Get It Wronghttps://www.cycleworld.com/making-cdi-work-on-motorcycles-50-ways-to-get-it-wrong
BRTMR100+Cycle World / 2d
Bikes Number 17 in a series of motorcycle learning experiences “There has to be something better than a 1903 magneto!” That’s what Technical Editor Kevin Cameron and many others were surely screaming a half-century ago.


The Racing Sheet

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A Look at the Dakar Route Through Saudi Arabiahttps://www.webbikeworld.com/a-look-at-the-dakar-route-through-saudi-arabia/
Dakar49Web Bike World / 7d
The First of the Races to be Held There We reported a while back that the legendary Dakar Rally will move to Saudi Arabia from its South American location, which it has enjoyed for over a decade. The decision is somewhat


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2019 Le Mans MotoGP FP1 Result: A Homely Welcome For Quartararohttps://motomatters.com/results/2019/05/17/2019_le_mans_motogp_fp1_result_a_homely.html
MotoGPMotoMatters.com / 6h
Perhaps the Eiffel Tower was a bit of a lucky charm to the local men who paid a visit before action set off in France. Fabio Quartararo had a dream start to his home race weekend, the Jerez poleman back at the top of the timesheets with


2019 Le Mans MotoGP FP2 Result: Vinales and Marquez Lead The Wayhttps://motomatters.com/results/2019/05/17/2019_le_mans_motogp_fp2_result_vinales.html
MotoMatters.com / 32min
The premier class was straight out of the gates when the light turned green with the overcast sky giving some minor cause for concern. Marc Marquez took this opportunity to sample the hard rear tyre and dragged a decent result out of it by


Can Yamaha conquer Le Mans in 2019?http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2019/05/16/can-yamaha-conquer-le-mans-in-2019/292188
MotoGP500+news RSS on motogp.com - The Official Mo... / 22h
Viñales discussed his liking for the circuit, as well as gaining “quite a lot” of improvements at the Jerez test – is a repeat of 2017 on?


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Bimmer

BMW model update measures for summer 2019.https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/unit...pdate-measures-for-summer-2019?language=en_GB
BMW Group PressClub UK / 24min
Expansion of the engine line-up for the new BMW 3 Series Sedan, new BMW 8 Series Coupe and new BMW 8 Series Convertible – Launch of the BMW 530e xDrive Sedan and the new BMW M550i xDrive Sedan – Plug-in hybrid models


The 2020 BMW M5 Edition 35 Years.https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/usa/...e-2020-bmw-m5-edition-35-years?language=en_US
Mothership BMW Group PressClub USA / 16h
Woodcliff Lake, NJ – May 16, 2019…Today, BMW M GmbH unveils a limited production M5 to commemorate three and a half decades of exhilarating 4-door performance sedans. Based on the current M5 Competition, the most powerful







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BMW Group News

BMW Group increases sales and market sharehttps://www.press.bmwgroup.com/glob...-increases-sales-and-market-share?language=en
Mothership BMW Group PressClub Global / 3d
BMW Group sales grow in April and in year-to-date +++ BMW sales up 2.3% with 171,154 deliveries worldwide in April +++ Positive sales development bucks trend in several major markets +++ Sales increased in China, USA,


Statement by Harald Krüger, Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW AG, 99th Annual General Meeting of BMW AG in Munich on 16 May 2019https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/glob...f-bmw-ag-in-munich-on-16-may-2019?language=en
Mothership BMW Group PressClub Global / 1d
Statement Krüger AGM 2019



Inspire rather than prescribe: BMW Group believes in technology openness for e-mobilityhttps://www.press.bmwgroup.com/glob...echnology-openness-for-e-mobility?language=en
Mothership BMW Group PressClub Global / 1d
Five fully-electric models in 2021 +++ Further expansion of plug-in hybrid fleet +++ Goal: 100% renewable energy for all sites from 2020 +++ Krüger: “Ensure a world worth living in for our children“ +++



“OUR BRANDS. OUR STORIES.”: BMW Group Classic expands the range of information provided with an innovative newsletter.https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/glob...ded-with-an-innovative-newsletter?language=en
Mothership BMW Group PressClub Global / 4d
A news update available online provides journalists and friends of BMW Group Classic with the latest newsflashes, information about events and exciting stories from more than 100 years of history experienced by the company and



“Official Vehicle Partner” BMW i presents the new Formula E Safety Car.https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/glob...ents-the-new-formula-e-safety-car?language=en
Mothership BMW Group PressClub Global / 6d
The curtain has been raised on the new safety car for the ABB FIA Formula E Championship: “Official Vehicle Partner” BMW i unveiled the new BMW i8 Roadster Safety Car at “Yacht Club de Monaco” on the eve of the Monaco E-


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MINI

The new MINI John Cooper Works Clubman and the new MINI John Cooper Works Countryman.https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/glob...mini-john-cooper-works-countryman?language=en
Mothership BMW Group PressClub Global / 2d
MINI presents what is by some measure the most powerful models in the brand’s sixty year history. The 225 kW/306 hp 4-cylinder turbo engine in the new MINI John Cooper Works Clubman (fuel consumption combined: 7.4 – 7.1

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Rolls Royce Motorcars

Epicurean Delight: The Champagne Chest By Rolls-Royce Motor Carshttps://www.press.rolls-roycemotorc...e-chest-by-rolls-royce-motor-cars?language=en
Mothership Rolls-Royce Motor Cars PressClub / 1d
The House of Rolls-Royce is delighted to present the Champagne Chest, the latest addition to the Rolls-Royce accessory portfolio. Rich in the understanding of true luxury and epicurean pleasure, the Rolls-Royce Bespoke Design


Cages- On the Street and Track

BMW IN THE NEWS

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Video: BMW Z4 M40i Review by Car Advicehttps://www.bmwblog.com/2019/05/16/video-bmw-z4-m40i-review-by-car-advice/
Cages Bmw Blog / 21h
The BMW Z4 M40i is an exciting car to drive. It’s also a great looking roadster and that can get some people blushing, when driving it. Usually, the guys from Car Advice are pretty spot on with their reviews.


BMW CEO: 1 Series Coming this Fall, 2 Series Gran Coupe in 2020https://www.bmwblog.com/2019/05/16/bmw-ceo-1-series-coming-this-fall-2-series-gran-coupe-in-2020/
Cages Bmw Blog / 20h
BMW has been working on two new cars based on its front-wheel drive platform for quite some time now. The Bavarians are planning on launching a new 1 Series and they even offered a couple of teasers with the car so far .


BMW 1 Series gets a Minor Unwrapping and shows its facehttps://www.bmwblog.com/2019/05/16/bmw-1-series-gets-a-minor-unwrapping/
Cages 500+Bmw Blog / 21h
Whether or not you like the idea of a front-wheel drive BMW 1 Series , such a car is coming. And soon. The next-gen 1er is on its way and its bringing with it a new front-wheel drive BMW architecture.


Reminder: The BMW i8 Always Should Have Been a Roadsterhttps://jalopnik.com/reminder-the-bmw-i8-always-should-have-been-a-roadster-1834750702
Cages 40Jalopnik / 1d
The BMW i8 Always Should Have Been a Roadster Jalopnik Formula E is surprisingly dedicated to creating the most incredible looking cars on track today—even when it comes to their safety car.


BMW M Boss Says First Electric Performance Car 'Not Too Far in the Distance': Reporthttps://www.thedrive.com/news/28006...rmance-car-not-too-far-in-the-distance-report
Cages 28The Drive / 2d
Markus Flasch, chairman of BMW's sporting M division, reportedly confirmed in Australia last week that the marque's first electrified performance car "is not too far in the distance." BMW already sells electrified "performance" models such





OTHER CAGE NEWS

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McLaren GT vs McLaren 570GThttps://www.topspeed.com/cars/mclaren-gt-vs-mclaren-570gt-ar185448.html
Cages TopSpeed Newsletter / 17h
The McLaren GT is the company’s take on the grand tourer segment. But unlike grand tourers from carmakers like Aston Martin, Bentley, and Mercedes-Benz, the GT features a mid-engined layout. As wild as it may sound, the GT


Aston Martin’s New/Old James Bond DB5 Comes with Actual Spy Gadgetshttps://www.automobilemag.com/news/aston-martin-db5-goldfinger-gadgets-tribute-car/
Cages 98Automobile Magazine / 8h
Last year, Aston Martin announced plans to build 25 new DB5s in partnership with EON Productions, the company that produces the James Bond films. The continuation cars would be built as a tribute to the DB5’s role in the movie



Watch a LaFerrari Get Wild in the Rainhttps://www.supercars.net/blog/watch-a-laferrari-get-wild-in-the-rain/
Cages Supercars.net / 1d
Would You Take a LaFerrari Rallying? In what appears to be a pretty unorganized event where supercars take on various wet roads, grass, and giant puddles, a YouTuber followed a LaFerrari as it took on roads and weather


Koenigsegg to Reveal Hybrid V-8 Supercar That Could Cost Under $1 Million in 2020: Reporthttps://www.thedrive.com/news/28054...hat-could-cost-under-1-million-in-2020-report
Cages 300+The Drive / 23h
Koenigsegg's least expensive car yet will reportedly be revealed in the first half of next year, with a price tag that could yet fall under $1,000,000. In development since 2017 according to Autocar , this as-of-yet unnamed


The Aston Martin Rapide E has raced around Monacohttps://www.topgear.com/car-news/electric/aston-martin-rapide-e-has-raced-around-monaco
Cages 400+Top Gear / 1d
The Aston Martin Rapide E has raced around Monaco Top Gear As Formula E visits Monaco, Aston makes good use of the closed streets.


Wheels24.co.za | SEE: Most expensive cars sold at auctionhttps://www.wheels24.co.za/News/Guides_and_Lists/see-most-expensive-cars-sold-at-auction-20190510
Cages Wheels News / 7d
With outrageous prices, some of the rarest and most exotic vehicles have made their appearances at auctions in these past recent years.


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FWIW



In their first book, authors Lin and Larry Pardey were asked on the dock at their bon voyage party how long they were going to be gone. They were leaving for a round the world cruise in a new boat. They responded, “Until it’s not fun anymore.”

I have kept that bit of sage advice tucked in the back of my head for a long time. The trick is in the timing. For the past year I have thought about the Pardey’s advice often while I put together these posts. Thirteen years ago I settled on The Morning Reads as a posting title. It started with discreet posts. The first received 45 views the first week. WSBK, MotoGP, and F1 threads were added. A decade ago they were all combined in this thread, Bench Racing and The Morning Reads. I still have fun doing them.

Thank you to the mod team and forum support staff. Over the years they have done so many things to facilitate making this thread and its predecessors work.

Thank you to all those who have left sent emails, PMs, and left comments. Your support has made it worth the effort.

This is the last Bench Racing and The Morning Reads I will be posting. My membership runs out at the end of the month. This is still fun, but other things are calling me.


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BIKE CANDY

In the beginning...

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This is the last Bench Racing and The Morning Reads I will be posting. My membership runs out at the end of the month. This is still fun, but other things are calling me.

Thanks for all your hard work and for what I learned from your links. Blessings in your up coming adventures. This will be missed greatly but life is short so you should answer that call before it is too late.
 
I somehow missed the FWIW. :dunno

Thanks for all the great stories and collages of everything you have gathered for our enjoyment. Sometimes I put off have to do things and took a needed breather to read for an hour or two...always a positive experience...and I learned a few things as well!

Here's to your next chapter, whatever that brings. The "until it's not fun anymore" has been one of my decision points in life and has served me fairly well.

Safe approaches to windmills sir:wave
 
This is the last Bench Racing and The Morning Reads I will be posting. My membership runs out at the end of the month. This is still fun, but other things are calling me.

Thank you for a interesting thread.
I subscribed to this thread to make sure I didn't miss it. It's the only one I subscribe to on this forum.
I'll miss it.
 
Thanks Mika for your efforts to keep people abreast of all manner of information those of us in the riding community have found invaluable.....far more than just BMW new model information that the MOA now seems to be fixated upon.

I have been following your "briefings" for quite some time and will greatly miss them. I have no idea where I can ever find such a compendium of information such as you have offered us on an almost daily basis, especially being such a computer Luddite that I am. Best wishes for your future.

Friedle
 
Thank you Mika for all the excellent work. I loved that thread and it made my day many times. I will very much miss it. Only the very best to you!
 
Wishing you fair weather and open roads

Thanks for all the great work you have provided in keeping us informed.

If things change - keep us all in mind.

We will try to leave the light on.

Wayne Koppa
Grayling, MI
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John -

Thanks again for all your hard work and efforts in making BRTMR a valuable resource and entertaining over the years. :thumb

Best of luck in all your future endeavors, I hope our paths will cross one day.
 
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