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Mika,

Sure missed you and my daily dose of BR&TMR! I'm glad I can again keep up with the latest from the street and the track. And was withering away without my daily fix of Bike Candy!!!!


THANKS! Awesome work as always.:thumb:thumb:thumb





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You are welcome. It is good to be back.

[secret mustard revolution decoder required] Bike Candy fans, normally I don't post often on Sunday. Check in latter in the day for the kick off of an idea I think you will enjoy. SHHH [/secret mustard revolution message ends]
 
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Honestly, I don't know where Honda is going with this stuff, but in their defense, according to Mark Tuttle's article, this bike has real curb appeal with the general public. :dunno

All I care about is them *not* messing up that CRF1000/Africa Twin shown in the drawing....

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I like it means I kinda like it but wouldn't buy it. It definitely has curb appeal, I just have no explanation what that means beyond my public rank has risen to general.

As to messing up a CRF1000 Africa Twin...how does Honda or anyone else mess up a bike they have only leaked pictures of?
 
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Team USA Gears Up For Argentina ISDE
It's a busy day of bike prep for the riders of the upcoming ISDE cyclenews.com...More

Technical verifications have started
Time for truth in the International Six Days of Enduro Argentina 2014 has come. Administrative verifications started today from very early in the morning after which the technical ones took place where specialists checked bikes fim-live.com..More

Giugliano shines on WSBK's maiden nocturnal sessions
Doha (Qatar), Friday 31 October 2014 ? After numerous changes, the final Tissot-Superpole participants of 2014 were decided in the final minutes of this evening's FP3 under floodlights in the Qatari desert. fim-live.com..More

Qatar WSBK Friday quote machine superbikeplanet.com...More

MotoGP Silly Season ? Melandri to Aprilia MotoGP ride in 2015 motopassionmoto.com..More

FIA confirms Vettel will start from Austin pit lane
Sebastian Vettel will start the 2014 Formula 1 United States Grand Prix from the pit lane after the sport's governing body the FIA confirmed that he will use his sixth power unit formula1.com..More

Lotus won't boycott US GP
Lotus have rubbished rumours that they would boycott Sunday's United States GP in protest to Formula 1's financial crisis...planetf1.com....More

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Friday practice ? Selected team and driver quotes formula1.com..More

Race Preview fia.com..More

US Grand Prix media kit fia.com..More

Mixed reaction to three-car teams
Lewis Hamilton would support three-car teams especially if teams were obliged to give the extra car to a young driver...planetf1.com..More

Can the sport of billionaires ever win over Americans?
Bloomberg's Hannah Elliott explains why Nascar is popular in America, while Formula One remains a niche market telegraph.co.uk..More

Gene Haas: ?We?ll be proud to be Ferrari B team? and says Back of the Grid squads ?made mistakes?
Amid ongoing talk of F1 becoming the preserve of eight teams of three cars US tycoon Gene Haas says he?ll be proud to be considered Ferrari?s B team when his North Carolina based squad debuts in 2016. jamesallenonf1.com..More

How the Formula One grid could look in 2015
Telegraph Sport assesses who will be driving for different teams next season and who will be staying telegraph.co.uk..More


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2014 Moto Guzzi Norge GT 8V Review
2014 Moto Guzzi Norge 8V GTEditor Score: 74.0%Engine 16.0/20Suspension/Handling 11.0/15 Transmission/Clutch 8.0/10Brakes 8.5/10 Instruments/Controls3.5/5 Ergonomics/Comfort 9.0/10 motocycle.com...More

KTM bringing a Freeride to North America
Team Orange teases buyers, but we still don't have their most interesting Freeride models. canadianmotoguide.com..More

The Crossrunner is dead, long live the Crossrunner! After a first draft which did not cause a riot, now Honda launches new version of its VFR 800 X. And we must recognize that the 2015 model would be more successful. This is our first test of the new generation VFR stilts! Read more at http://translate.googleusercontent....eumYZsBXHvwCKKlAkSRk6tM6A#giQT76Sa10v3whwk.99 moto-station.com..More

Sidi Mag-1 Boot Review
Sidi Mag-1 BootEditor Score: 88.0%Aesthetics 9.5/10Protection 9.0/10 Value 7.0/10Comfort/Fit 9.0/10 Quality/Design 9.5/10 Weight 9.5/10 Options/Selection 7.0/10Innovation 9.0/10Weather Suitability motorcycle.com..More

Video: Road Husqvarna at EICMA 2014 moto.it..More

Motorcycle News 2015 EIMCA Benelli 600 R BN and BN 600 GT moto-station.co..More

SWM is back! With many new features at EICMA
We tell you the exclusive origin of the revival of SWM. The 72nd edition of EICMA baptism take place in five of the eight new SWM planned shortly.bAfter nearly thirty years of neglect one of the most popular brands of our off-road motorcycle racing will be returning to work in the factory ex-Husqvarna Cassinetta Biandronno
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Mercedes-AMG and MV Agusta announce cooperation? Cooperation agreement signed on long-term partnership ? Mercedes-AMG to acquire 25% interest in MV Agusta ? Cooperation in area of marketing and sales roadracingworld.com..More


FWIW The share taken by Mercedes AMG is smaller than anticipated by previous rumors. The placement of Daimler's holding in the Mercedes AMG is consistent with the spin that this is a cooperative sales and marketing development venture in the upper end of the production motorcycle market. The success of the move will dictate if the German auto companies share will grow and the cost of that.

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As to messing up a CRF1000 Africa Twin...how does Honda or anyone else mess up a bike they have only leaked pictures of?

By making it heavy and underpowered like they did with the Transalp, Africa Twin and Varadero (which may be just another name for Africa Twin).

My hope is that Honda used their motocross/cross-country racing bikes as a pattern... my hopes really went up when I heard it might be called a CRF1000. :eat
 
By making it heavy and underpowered like they did with the Transalp, Africa Twin and Varadero (which may be just another name for Africa Twin).

My hope is that Honda used their motocross/cross-country racing bikes as a pattern... my hopes really went up when I heard it might be called a CRF1000. :eat

I have yet to see anything concrete. I suggest you pin you hopes on what they did with the Crossrunner. Honda understood the feedback the original bike was boring and change it. 1000cc may be wishful thinking. I am seeing more and more stories centering their speculation around a 750-800cc engine.
 
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Team Orders: Is Motorcycle Racing A Team Sport?
In a few hours time, we will know who will be the 2014 World Superbike champion. Tom Sykes leads Sylvain Guintoli by 12 points going into the final two races at Qatar. With 50 points up for grabs, the title race is still completely motomatters.com..More

Riders? briefing in Valencia to address Qualifying tactics
Mike Webb, Race Director of the MotoGP? World Championship, has explained that ahead of the Gran Premio Generali de la Comunitat Valenciana he will speak to riders about the trend of slowing during practice motogp.com..More

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Giugliano breaks Losail best lap to claim Tissot-Superpole
Doha (Qatar), Saturday 1 November 2014 ? The first ever floodlit Tissot-Superpole has been won by Ducati Superbike Team's Davide Giugliano, who will line up for tomorrow's two 17 lap encounters fia\m-live.com..More

Cluzel Captures FIM World Supersport Pole Position In Qatar
FIM Supersport World ChampionshipLosail International Circuit, QatarNovember 1, 2014Qualifying Results roadracingworld.com..More

Second Place Ages Superpole for the BMW Motorrad Italy Superbike team and its rider Sylvain Barrier, despite a nasty fall. bmwgroup.com..More

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Rosberg claims U.S. Grand Prix pole fia.com..More

Qualifying Session Preliminary Classification fia.com..More

2014 United States Grand Prix - Qualifying Press Conference
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Qualifying analysis - Rosberg gets his timing right
Lewis Hamilton had set the pace throughout Austin practice, but when it mattered most it was Nico Rosberg who found a definitive edge over his Mercedes team mate to secure pole position formula1.com..More

'I don?'t know how to fix F1 finances'
Formula 1 boss Bernie Ecclestone says he is to blame for the financial problems afflicting some of the smaller teams in the sport. bbc.co.uk..More

Formula One's vast costs are driving small teams to ruin
The plight of Caterham and Marussia highlights the risky expense of competing in motorsport's most glamorous championship telegraph.co.uk..More

McLaren's Ron Dennis adds to F1 crisis by rejecting third-car option
McLaren?s CEO Ron Dennis has added to the financial crisis engulfing Formula One by admitting that his team is still struggling to find a title sponsor for next season independent.co.uk..More

Ericsson signs for Sauber for 2015
Caterham's Marcus Ericsson is to join Sauber for the 2015 season, the Swiss team announced on Saturday. Sauber, whose current race drivers are Adrian Sutil and Esteban formula1.com..More

On the Street

First Photo of the Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 RR
The alphabet soup that is the Aprilia Tuono V4 R APRC ABS is about to get an update for the 2015 model year, as the Noale brand is set to debut the Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 at next week?s EICMA show in Milan, Italy. asphaltandrubber.com..More

The good, the bad and the ugly of Honda?s NM4
Honda's NM4 certainly seems to get a lot of reaction from its design, but how is it to ride? Costa gets the short straw. canadianmotoguide.com..More

Wind Splitter Windshields For 2015 Harley Road Glide. 12 And 15 Inch.
The customer-led effort Harley-Davidson calls Project RUSHMORE was pivotal in the development of a line of touring motorcycles conceived to redefine the experience of long-haul riders and passengers. cyrilhuzeblog.com..More

MV Agusta 800 Stradale marking close to Ducati motorpassionmoto.com..More

1936 Skyliner Hunting Jacket by Eddie Bauer
The Skyliner Hunting Jacket was originally released by Eddie Bauer in 1936, it was a notable step forward in sporting jacket design and implemented a quilted pattern with a down filling, it also had significantly improved arm silidrome.com..More



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Circuit racing: Passionate motorsport around the world ?made by MINI? // The championships have been decided.
The 2014 season is over. The championships have been decided. The MINI brand was represented in many different race series around the world once again this year. The races had plenty of action and passionate wheel-to-wheel ..More

Alessandro Zanardi goes onto the streets of Baku with his BMW Z4 GT3.
BMW works driver Alessandro Zanardi (IT) had a strong start to the final round of the 2014 Blancpain Sprint Series. The season finale, the ?Baku World Challenge?, is being held on the streets of Baku (AZ) on the shores of the ..More


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The Bike Candy | Candy Bag

Readers have made it clear Bike Candy is a popular part of each post. I continue to think about and work through how the thread will look and be put together going forward. It will morph every so slightly over time. Have no fear, Bike Candy will definitely remain as a part of each post. The thought process did yield something new I hope and think you will enjoy; The Bike Candy | Candy Bag.

The Candy Bag will come out when it is full; full of Bike Candy treats that were not selected as Bike Candy treat but caught my eye and were too interesting not to keep and share.

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Six Days open in style
The Opening Ceremony of the International Six Days of Enduro, Argentina 2014, will take place this Saturday at 20.00 at the "Centro C?vico" in San Juan. Competitors from 23 nations will display their flags and parade,fim-live.com....More

Clash of the Champions at 89th ISDE
With all three 2014 senior FIM Enduro World Champions competing in the 89th*International Six Days Enduro (ISDE) in San Juan, Argentina,..More

eni FIM Superbike World Championship Race One Results From Qatar
eni FIM Superbike World ChampionshipLosail International Circuit, QatarNovember 2, 2014Race One Results (all on Pirelli tires):1. Sylvain*GUINTOLI. roadracingworld.com..More

2014 Qatar World Supersport Race: Settling Second
The World Supersport championship was settled in Magny Cours, but second place remained to be decided. Race Details Round Number: 11 2014 read more motomatters.com..More

Guintoli clinches crown in Losail
Sylvain Guintoli (Aprilia Racing Team) is the 2014 eni FIM Superbike World Champion after a nailbiting season final race held under floodlights at the Losail International Circuit, Qatar. The race began with Leon Haslam fim-live.com..More

Voltcom Crescent Suzuki Concludes Wsb Season
A dramatic conclusion to the 2014 eni FIM Superbike World Championship saw Eugene Laverty and Alex Lowes both achieve a ninth-place finish each in the day's two races at the Losail International Circuit in Qatar. ..More

Lewis Hamilton wins the United States Grand Prix 2014: Formula One as it happened
F1: USA Grand Prix live lap-by-lap commentary at the Circuit of the Americas, Austin TX on Sunday, November 2, 2014 at 20.00 (GMT telegraph.co.uk..More

2014 United States Grand Prix ? Race
HAMILTON AND ROSBERG FIRST AND SECOND USING IDENTICAL TWO STOP STRATEGIES VETTEL CLIMBS FROM PIT LANE TO SEVENTH BY USING INNOVATIVE TYRE TACTICS WIDE RANGE OF STRATEGIES pirelli.com..More

Perez blames Sutil for Austin shunt
Sergio Perez believes Adrian Sutil "closed the door" on him, resulting in their coming together at the United States GP lplanetrf1.com..More

Perez handed Brazil grid penalty for 'reckless' Sutil clash
Force India's Sergio Perez has been handed a seven-place grid drop for next weekend's race in Brazil after the stewards in Austin adjudged him to have caused the first-lap collision formula1.com..More

Race - selected team and driver quotes
Nico Rosberg on the 'horrible' feeling of being beaten to victory by Mercedes team mate Lewis Hamilton; Sebastian Vettel on the strategy gamble which prompted his late charge for Red Bull; formula1.com..More

Vergne given five-second post-race penalty for Grosjean incident
Toro Rosso's Jean-Eric Vergne has been handed a five-second post-race penalty for his collision with Lotus's Romain Grosjean during Sunday's 2014 Formula 1 United States Grand Prix, dropping him from ninth to tenth ..More

FIA post-race press conference - United States
Drivers: 1 - Lewis Hamilton (Mercedes), 2 - Nico Rosberg (Mercedes), 3 - Daniel Ricciardo (Red Bull Racing) PODIUM INTERVIEWS (Conducted by Mario Andretti) formula1.com..More

United States analysis - Rosberg takes title down to the wire
Nico Rosberg might not have been able to capitalise on his qualifying advantage in Austin, but by finishing runner-up to Lewis Hamilton formula1.com..More

Motor racing-Hamilton set for title but spectre of double points haunts F1
AUSTIN, Texas, Nov 3 (Reuters) - Lewis Hamilton's U.S. Grand Prix victory means the Briton can now secure his second Formula One title without having to win again but there could still be a sting in the tail. reuters.com....More


On the Street

MV Agusta Stradale: Details, specs
Italian marque moves into the touring market. canadaianmotoguide.com..More

Benelli BN251 ? Return of the Small-Displacement Italian
Brands like Ducati, Vespa, and Benelli can trace their roots back to post-WWII Italy, where infrastructure and roads were shattered, and the country desperately needed a cheap, reliable, and effective asphaltandrubber.com..More

Ducati and Yamaha to live stream new bike launches from EICMA
DUCATI*and Yamaha will air a live stream of their new bike launches from EICMA show in Milan.Yamaha will be unveiling the new R1 on a dedicated site visordown.com..More

Egypt: These Airbags Will Not Save You
#Egypt #Funny #Airbags - No, really, you can't use balloons as airbags on a "slightly" overcrowded motorcycle. it really, really, does not work. ...bikes in the fast lane..More

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BMW Motorsport News ? Issue 40/14.
Baku hosts season finale in the Blancpain Sprint Series ? Bruno Spengler turns driving instructor, while Martin Tomczyk makes guest truck racing appearance. ..More

The road less travelled
It was a journey of a lifetime for a group of BMW adventure motorcyclists from all over the world who took on a challenge that would see them ride 30,000 kilometres over 105 days from London all the way to Siberiaurl=http://www.bmw-motorrad.com/com/en/index.html?content=http://www.bmw-motorrad.com/com/en/individual/news/2011/news.jsp&id=3397]..More[/url]



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France take early lead
Starting as they mean to carry on in this year's FIM International Six Days Enduro (ISDE), France have made a successful initial bid to capture their third consecutive FIM World Trophy win by taking control of the race lead fim-live.com

Qatar World Superbike Quote Machine Final superbikeplanet.com...more

Guintoli Signs With Pata Honda World Superbike Team
World Superbike champion Sylvain Guintoli joins Pata HondaThe 2014 World Superbike champion Sylvain Guintoli has signed an agreement to ride for the Pata Honda team alongside Michael van der Mark in the 2015 championship roadracingworld.com

Jonathan Rea Joins Kawasaki World Superbike Effort
Kawasaki is pleased to announce that Jonathan Rea will partner Tom Sykes in a two-pronged KRT attack on the 2015 FIM Superbike World Championship.British rider Rea (27) is no stranger to the Superbike World roadracignworld.com

2014 Qatar World Superbike And World Supersport Post-Race Press Releases
Press releases from the series organizers and the World Superbike and World Supersport teams after the final round of the 2014 season at Qatar: Round Number:* 12 Year:* 2014 read more motomatters.com

American Brandon Cretu Previews The 2014 Macau Motorcycle Grand Prix
Splitlath Motorsports Rider Brandon Cretu Previews The 2014 Macau GPAmerican roads racer, Brandon Cretu, will make the long journey from the Northeast USA to Macau, China this week to compete in the 61st Macau Grand roadracingworld.com


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Lewis Hamilton: Nigel Mansell helped me break British Formula One wins record
As he became the most successful British driver in Formula One history by winning Sunday?s United States Grand Prix in Austin, Lewis Hamilton thanked the man whose record he took, Nigel Mansell, for his support over this season independent.co.uk

Ferrari?s troubles continue as team fires blanks in Austin shootout
Ferrari?s 2014 season woes continued in Austin with Kimi Raikkonen finishing 13th and a lap down on winner Lewis Hamilton and Fernando Alonso struggling to make any progress from his sixth-place starting position. jamesallenonf1.com

F1 boss MacKenzie averted US boycott
Formula 1 boss Donald MacKenzie talks three teams out of boycotting the US Grand Prix amid revenue distribution concerns. bbc.co.uk

INTERVIEW-Motor racing-Jordan rails at 'disgrace' of F1 failures
AUSTIN, Texas, Nov 3 (Reuters) - Formula One has failed its smaller teams and should be ashamed at the way some of them have been driven out of business, according to former owner Eddie Jordan. reuters.com

Brazilian Grand Prix Preview: Sao Paulo, November 6?9, 2014
*Brazilian Grand Prix Preview: Sao Paulo, November 6?9, 2014 MEDIUM AND SOFT TYRES FOR ONE OF THE SHORTEST BUT MOST INTENSE LAPS OF THE YEAR VARIABLE WEATHER EXPECTED IN SAO PAULO BRAZIL A KEY pirelli.com

'Marussia target Abu Dhabi comeback'
Marussia could be back on the grid at the season finale in Abu Dhabi and have reportedly lodged an entry for next year's Championship...planetf1.com



On the Street

2014 EICMA: 2015 Yamaha FJ-09 Preview
Yamaha revealed a new sport-tourer based on its three-cylinder FZ platform called the FJ-09 (or if you?re in Europe, the MT-09 Tracer). Slotting in beneath the FJR1300, the FJ-09 motorcycle.com


Here are the First Photos of the 2015 Yamaha YZF-R1
The 2015 Yamaha YZF-R1 has leaked ahead of its EICMA debut today?with two images of the superbike hitting the interwebs just a few hours ago. asphaltandrubber.com

EICMA 2014 FIRST LOOK: 2015 Ducati Panigale 1299 Try this one on for size: The new Panigale 1299 just revealed at EICMA puts out 205 horsepower!
With the official unveiling cycleworld.com

2015 Ducati Multistrada - EICMA 2014
Ducati unveiled their updated Multistrada today at EICMA in Milan Italy. Taking a shot at the title of most powerful ADV bike as well as adding some very sophisticated safety features Ducati aims for top bragging rights in the RideApart

MILAN SHOW: Ducati Monster ?Stripe? released
Over 290,000 Monsters have been sold since launch in 1992, and now the Italian firm have added another couple of options to the range with two new ?Stripe? models. The Monster 821 Stripe and Monster 1200 S Stripe versions motocyclenews.com

MILAN SHOW: Ducati launch Diavel limited edition
Also new for 2015 will be a limited edition Diavel Titanium, which will be a production run of just 500 units, each getting a host of cosmetic changes motorcyclenews.com

Honda Trademarks ?RC213V-S? in Europe
Adding more fuel to the fire, concerning Honda?s long-awaited V4 production superbike, the Japanese manufacturer has registered the trademark ?RC213V-S? with the European Union asphaltandrubber.com

First Photo of the 2015 Aprilia RSV4 RR
Our friends at Oliepeil are at it again this year, sneaking into the EICMA showroom ahead of tomorrow?s official opening. As usual, bikes left out in the open are being spied, and first up is the 2015 Aprilia RSV4 RR ? a model we...asphaltandruber.com

No-Mar Tire Changers is Going International, Selling Direct from Australia
No-Mar Tire Changers, famous for developing unique tire tools and products with a primary focus on the motorcycle industry, is making things a lot easier for their Australian customers. ridemagazine.com

Indian Roadmaster: Does it Beat A Harley Bagger? - Review
?Heritage? and ?authenticity? are two frequently used buzzwords in marketing today. Sometimes they?re used loosely; sometimes there?s a good reason to apply the terms to a new...rideapart.com

Patent: Why Has Honda Patented A Motorcycle Camera & Lasers?
#Honda #Patents #Camera - Honda has filed for a very strange patent. The patent calls for a camera and two lasers mounted on a motorcycle, but they don't say for what it will be used....Bikes In The Fast Lane

Harley Standard Softail Makeover.
After typing the headline of this bike feature, I wondered if I used the right word. Is it a Makeover ? a term applied to changing appearance usually through cosmetic details? cyrilhuzeblog.com

Yamaha WR450F Rally by Rebel X Sports
If you?ve ever looked at your Yamaha WR450F enduro, and wished it was better suited for Dakar-styled adventure riding, well here is your chance. The folks at Rebel X Sports have built a kit that takes the mild-manner WR450F asphaltandrubber.com

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Very good this invention that comes from Germany and that helps solve bike parking, management of tools and equipment to the saved, although we have no space for a parking space in the garden. That if you have a garden, of course.
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Yamaha upgrades TMAX canadianmotoguide.com
Maxi-scooter gets new suspension, other frills.


2015 Husqvarna FE 501 S and FE 350 S ? First Ride New Husky joins the dual-sport fray.
Because we?re big dual-sport fans, it didn?t go unnoticed for even a second that the ?new? Husqvarna?s 2014 model lineup lacked a street-legal dual-purpose machine along the lines of sibling company KTM?s 350/500EXCs cycleworld.com


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An Independent Ferrari May Have to Make Much More Fuel-Efficient Cars
Word that Fiat Chyrsler Automobiles is spinning off Ferrari to make it an independent automaker pleased shareholders but has us a bit worried. Ferrari, part of the Fiat family since 1969, has been making amazing cars wired.com

The Best London Neighborhoods for Spotting Supercars
For tourists more interested in spotting Bugattis and Paganis than the history of the White Tower, here's where you want to hang out. The post The Best London Neighborhoods for Spotting Supercars appeared first on WIRED. wired.com



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BMW Group Quarterly Report to 30 September 2014
BMW Group Quarterly Report to 30 September 2014 pdf
BMW Motorrad sold 29,239 BMW motorcycles in the third quarter (+3.6%) and 100,217 units in the nine-month period (+7.6%), thus exceeding the 100,000 mark for the first time in a nine-month period.

BMW Group achieves a strong third quarter BMW PressClub Global

BMW Group U.S. Reports October 2014 Sales
Woodcliff Lake, NJ ? November 3, 2014? Sales of BMW brand vehicles increased 11 percent in October for a total of 30,602 compared to 27,574 vehicles sold in October, 2013. Year-to-date, the BMW brand is up 12 percent BMW PressClub....More


Rolls-Royce Paddington Set For Global Unveil In London?S Berkeley Square
One of Britain?s best-loved children?s characters, Paddington Bear, has been given a Rolls-Royce Bespoke makeover as part of the Paddington Trail: an initiative that seeks to raise vital funds for the NSPCC ahead of the much Rolls Royce Motor Cars PressClub...More

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Arrives In Kazakhstan
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Almaty ? the super-luxury marque?s first showroom in Central Asia ? has opened in Kazakhstan. Located in Almaty, the new facility will be under the management of Astana Motors, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars? Rolls Royce Motor Cars PressClub

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The BMW S 1000 XR - all good things come in fours.

Following on from the S 1000 RR and HP4 superbikes as well as the S1000 R roadster, BMW Motorrad is now unveiling the fourth member in the BMW Motorrad line-up of high-power motorcycles with straight-four-cylinder engines and a distinctly sporty bias. Building on the tantalising and unique mix of innovative technology, performance and safety already inherent to the existing models in this series, BMW Motorrad has taken the next step by bringing out the S 1000 XR, which offers this repertoire of core characteristics in a brand-new blend dubbed ?adventure sport?. This encompasses dynamic touring qualities, sporty performance and high levels of comfort as well as outstanding everyday usability. In short, the new S 1000 XR serves up its own individual mix of sporting and touring flair at the same time as injecting a generous dose of emotion.

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Straight-four-cylinder engine for punchy adventure sport performance.
The straight-four-cylinder engine on the new BMW S 1000 XR is basically derived from the S 1000 R roadster. It has an output of 118 kW (160 hp) at 11,000 rpm and generates maximum torque of 112 Nm (83 lb-ft) at 9,250 rpm. This power unit produces torque in abundance, making it ideal for providing the punchy response at low and medium revs that riders seek when powering along country roads or carrying a passenger. The straight-four-cylinder unit combines tremendous pulling power and exhilarating acceleration with a high peak output, while offering the rider a usable rev range that spans over 10,000 rpm. This makes it just as adept at highly pleasurable touring as it is at sporty rides down winding country roads or holiday trips complete with passenger and luggage.

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Two riding modes and ASC as standard as well as the option of Pro riding modes including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) and ABS Pro.
To enable the riding characteristics to be adapted to the prevailing road conditions as effectively as possible, the new S 1000 XR already comes with the ?Rain? and ?Road? riding modes as standard. The standard-fit Automatic Stability Control (ASC) ensures a high standard of riding safety by optimising traction. The new S 1000 XR can be equipped ex-works with the Pro riding modes option, which includes the additional riding modes ?Dynamic? and ?Dynamic Pro? along with Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) and ABS Pro.

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Innovative chassis with a new frame and Dynamic ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment) as an option.
The chassis of the new S 1000 XR adventure sport bike is every bit as impressive as the ferocious power delivery of the four-in-line engine. Based on this model series? existing design, it employs an aluminium-alloy perimeter frame in which the engine forms part of the load-bearing structure. Wheel suspension at the front and rear is handled by an adjustable upside-down fork and a double-sided swing arm with adjustable central spring strut respectively. The chassis geometry has been completely redefined in order to cater to the specific requirements of the XR. When fitted with the optional electronically controlled suspension system BMW Motorrad Dynamic ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment), meanwhile, the new S 1000 XR takes riding safety, performance and comfort to even greater heights, while also promising adventure sport at its very finest.

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ABS Pro available ex-works as part of the Pro riding modes option for even greater safety when braking in a banked position.
Whereas the standard ABS systems from BMW Motorrad to date have ensured an excellent standard of safety when braking while moving in a straight line, the optionally available ABS Pro feature now goes a step further to make braking while cornering safer as well by enabling ABS-assisted braking in a banked position. In such situations, ABS Pro prevents the wheels from locking up even when the brakes are applied sharply. This reduces abrupt changes in steering force, especially in response to panic braking, and thereby limits any undesirable righting of the bike. ABS Pro offers riders the benefit of increased braking and riding stability combined with optimum stopping power, even in corners.

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The new S 1000 XR ? style and function for both sport and adventuring.
The new BMW S 1000 XR fuses the characters and strengths of the BMW Motorrad GS, Touring and Sport models on a visual level as well to create a new breed of motorcycle tagged ?adventure sport?. This is clearly mirrored in every design element and combines with the flawless ergonomics, ingenious wind and weather protection as well as the 20 ? 30 mm increase in spring travel and greater ground clearance to make an impressive statement. Whether it?s mountain passes, a tour of the countryside, motorway riding or even rough sections of road ? the new S 1000 XR handles it all with aplomb.

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Highlights of the new BMW S 1000 XR:
Straight-four-cylinder engine with a displacement of 999 cc. Output 118 kW (160 hp) at 11,000 rpm, maximum torque of 112 Nm (83 lb-ft) at 9,250 rpm.
Dynamic, innovative design with sculptural surface styling.
BMW Motorrad ABS as standard (semi-integral, disengageable).
ABS Pro for even greater safety when braking in a banked position (as part of the Pro riding modes optional extra).
Automatic Stability Control (ASC) as standard for accelerating safely even in low-grip conditions.
Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) with banking sensor for supreme performance and active riding safety when accelerating (as part of the Pro riding modes optional extra).
Two riding modes that can be selected by the rider at the push of a button as standard (?Rain? and ?Road?).
Two additional riding modes available, ?Dynamic? and ?Dynamic Pro? (as part of the Pro riding modes optional extra).
Spring elements with long spring travel for excellent agility and high damping reserves.
Electronically controlled suspension system, Dynamic ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment) for optimum adaptation to the prevailing conditions as an optional extra.
Light-footed handling and raised seating position.
Multifunctional instrument cluster with a wealth of features.
Extensive equipment and bespoke range of accessories made to BMW Motorrad?s customary high standards.

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FWIW I look particularly slender in this picture, but I seem to have misplaced my feet.
 
Tuesday, 4 November

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Riding the dark horse into the light.

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It is a good thing I am working on this over my morning coffee. The egg on my face will provide the protein part of my balanced meal to start my day.

I hadn't considered the F800 as a serious contender for position in this set of releases. Busy making my case for real world version of the Concept Six I had relegated the F series to the back burner. My model strategy had its upgrade to be a link between the current model line and the 500cc and below that the MotherShip is supposed to be developing. Cooler heads decided the world did not need a production six cylinder German hyper-bike; rather, BMW needed to focus on the hot 800cc market by putting a bit more muscle in its F800R. Along with the muscle they worked on upgrading all the other bits and pieces that make a bike in this class fun around town and canyon carving.



The new BMW F 800 R.


The new F 800 R is the latest in the line of characterful parallel twin-cylinder motorcycles from BMW Motorrad. Consistent development of its all-round qualities has ensured the dynamic roadster is ready to delight owners with its sporty performance, agile handling and even greater versatility ? all wrapped up in a dynamic package.
Power is sourced, as before, from a liquid-cooled four-valve twin-cylinder engine with 798 cc displacement. With output increasing to 66 kW (90 hp) at 8,000 rpm (up from 64 kW (87 hp) at 8,000 rpm) and shorter ratios for first and second gear, the parallel twin offers even greater sprinting ability while retaining the impressive pulling power, instantaneous responses and low fuel consumption familiar from the predecessor model. Peak torque remains 86 Nm (63 lb-ft) at 5,800 rpm.
The engaging riding experience on board the F 800 R is further enhanced by new suspension components and optimised ergonomics. For example, an upside-down fork now takes care of front suspension duties, while a hydraulic double-disc brake with radial brake callipers provides fade-resistant stopping power. A new seat fixed lower down (at 790 mm instead of the previous 800 mm), combined with new handlebars and rider foot pegs, creates even better ergonomics for the rider.
The design of the F 800 R ? which is also pitched at novice riders ? also provides a visual showcase for that extra rider engagement. With its newly designed fairings, radiator shields, front mudguard and wheels, plus a new range of colours, the sporty roadster cuts an extremely dynamic figure. The now symmetrical main headlight also gives it a distinctive ?face?.
In keeping with the ?Safety 360?? principle, the new F 800 R is fitted with ABS as standard. It can also be ordered with optional systems such as ASC (Automatic Stability Control) and ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment), ensuring it sets a new benchmark in the segment in terms of its safety performance and all-round qualities.

The new features of the BMW F 800 R:
? Higher output than its predecessor ? 66 kW (90 hp) at 8,000 rpm (previously: 64 kW (87 hp) at 8,000 rpm).
? Modified ratios for first and second gear.
? New body features with an even more dynamic design.
? New colours.
? Symmetrical main headlight arrangement.
? Upside-down fork.
? Radial front brake callipers.
? Lighter wheels with dynamic design.
? Rider foot pegs.
? Seat height reduced to 790 mm (previously 800 mm).
? New tapered aluminium handlebars.
? ASC (Automatic Stability Control) ? optional / special accessory.
? ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment) ? optional.
? Output reduced to 35 kW (48 hp) ? special accessory / optional.

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More from the EIMCA this evening. I need to deal with what the rest of the world calls real life. Until then.
 
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Be certain to check out the previous posts for the release info for the S 1000 XR and F 800 R

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APRILIA

Aprilia RSV4 RR: More power, less weight
Aprilia also unveils RSV4 RF version, with only 400 units to be produced. canadianmotoorcycleguide.com

2014 EICMA: 2015 Aprilia RSV4 RR and RF Preview
Just days after claiming both the rider and manufacturer titles in World Superbike, Aprilia has unleashed the new RSV4 RR on the motorcycling public. Winning seven world titles in six years more than establishes Aprilia as motorcycle.com

New Aprilia Tuono V4 1100: The Naked from Hell (Bike Reports) (News)
The horsepower wars are in full swing! Aprilia has announced an even nastier Tuono with an additional 100 cc of displacement. The Tuono V4 1100 puts out a claimed 175 hp, and nearly 90 foot/pounds of torque! Here is what Aprilia motorcycledaily.com


DUCATI

New Ducati Superbike May Be Smart Enough to Keep You From Crashing It
The Ducati 1299 Panigale is a rolling circuit board with Tesla-caliber hardware and software, and it's faster and more capable than any rider will ever need. The post New Ducati Superbike May Be Smart Enough to Keep wired.com


HONDA

2014 EICMA: 2015 Honda RC213V-S Video
Honda is being super-secretive about its RC213V-S prototype, revealing almost no information except its name and its ties to the company?s MotoGP program. 2014 EICMA: 2015 motorcycle.com

2014 EICMA: 2015 Honda True Adventure Prototype Preview
The rumors leading up to EICMA were that Honda would introduce an all-new Africa Twin adventure bike at the Milan Show. Unfortunately, those rumors were only partially true, as Honda revealed prototype it calls the True motorcycle.com


HUSQVARNA

Husqvarna rolls out street bikes at EICMA
The following is an industry press release... Husqvarna Motorcycles is proud to announce that it has unveiled three new street models at the International motorcycle Expo EICMA. With 111 years of heritage in both street and offroad americanmotorcyclist.com

2015 Husqvarna 701 Supermoto ? 690cc of Street Hooligan
We perhaps over-thought Husqvarna?s first proper street bike announcement, as the firm has debuted the Husqvarna 701 supermoto at the EICMA show today. Refining its 701 concept from last year?s show, the 2015 Husqvarna [urj=http://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2015-husqvarna-701-supermoto/]asphaltandrubber.com[/url]

Husqvarna 401 concept
Husqvarna 401 conceptHusqvarna 401 concept motorcycle was revealed. They Husqvarna 401 concept comes in two variants Husqvarna 401 VITPILEN and Husqvarna 401 SVARTPILEN. Both Husqvarna 401 concepts borrows way2speed.com

MILAN SHOW: Husqvarna wows with two concept bikes
Husqvarna?s second modern rebirth is underway with these two concept bikes and a new production supermoto shown for the first time at the Milan motorcycle show today. motorcyclenews.com

2014 EICMA: 2015 Husqvarna 701 Supermoto Preview
Husqvarna revealed a new street legal 701 Supermoto, the final production version of the concept model unveiled at last year?s EICMA show. Sporting a version of the KTM 690 SMC R?s Single, the 701 claims an output of 67 hp, motorcycle.com


KAWASAKI

2015 KAWASAKI NINJA H2 FIRST LOOK REVIEW FROM EICMA motorcyclistonline.com

[b[2015 Kawasaki Ninja H2 unveiled, is unbelievably awesome, costs US$25,000[/b]
Kawasaki have not quoted any power figures for the street-legal Ninja H2, but we think it should be around 230bhp at least. Maybe more. Yikes!After the track-use-only, supercharged, 300bhp H2R, which was unveiled at the fasterandfaster.net

MILAN SHOW: Kawasaki reveal two new 250s
Kawasaki have taken the wraps off two new 250cc bikes at the Milan show this morning, one is an addition to the Z family, while the other is a faired Ninja sportsbike. motorcyclenews.com

Kawasaki 1400GTR tweaked for 2015
WHILE we?re swamped with acronyms and new technology from every angle in the flurry of new models being revealed this week in Milan visordown.com

MILAN SHOW: Kawasaki update the 1400GTR
The 2015 Kawasaki 1400GTR benefits from a host of ergonomic tweaks for 2015, making this great tourer just that little bit better. A new sculpted seat offering better ground reach, and is matched by a passenger seat with motorcyclenews.com


KTM

2014 EICMA: 2015 KTM 1050 Adventure Preview
KTM follows up introducing the 1290 Super Adventure R at Intermot last month with the launch of the 1050 Adventure at EICMA this month. Including the 1190 Adventure and 1190 Adventure R, the 2015 1050 Adventure brings motorcycle.com

KTM says more electric motorcycles coming
Meanwhile, Canada gets 1290 Super Adventure and RC390, 390 Duke for 2015, but no 1050 Adventure. canadamotoguide.com


MATCHLESS

Matchless Model X Reloaded unveiled
MATCHLESS has officially unveiled the Model X Reloaded at EICMA show in Milan.The bike uses a six-speed gearbox and the 1916cc S&S V-twin lump is expected to make around 100hp and 116lbft of torque visordown.com


MOTO GUZZI

Moto Guzzi unveil the MGX-21, Audace and Eldorado at the EICMA
Moto Guzzi would like to call your attention to the MGX's 21-inch front wheel. We're not too sure about what else there is on this prototype...Moto Guzzi, marching to their own beat as always, have unveiled the MGX-21 concept bike fasterandfaster.net

EICMA 2014 FIRST LOOK: 2015 Moto Guzzi California New Audace and Eldorado models make their debut at EICMA 2014.
Moto Guzzi showed an upgraded 2015 V7 at the recent INTERMOT show in Germany, but I knew they had more in store for EICMA 2014. After all, Moto Guzzi?s Mandello del Lario headquarters are only about 40 miles from Milan cycleworld.com


MV AGUSTA

MV Agusta Stradale 800
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TRIUMPH

Triumph announces new Tigers
New XC, XR models focus on dirt, pavement use respectively. canadamotoguide.com

Triumph Motorcycles America Announce Rocket X Limited Edition
ATLANTA, GA ? November 4, 2015 ? (Motor Sports Newswire) ? Launched in 2004 and continually developed since, the Rocket Ill has gained iconic status as the bike that every rider had on their wish list of ?must do? rides motorsportsnewswire.com

MILAN SHOW: Rocket celebrates 10 years with X model
Triumph are building just 500 examples of the new Rocket X, which has been commissioned by the firm to celebrate 10 years since they launched the world?s largest capacity mass production motorcycle. motorcyclenews.com

Nightstorm Triumph Thunderbird Special Edition 2015 motoblog.it


YAMAHA

MILAN SHOW: Yamaha?s 200bhp YZF-R1 revealed
Highlights? New 998cc crossplane in-line 4-cylinder, 4-valve engine? 200PS without ram air? Large capacity 10.5 litre airbox? Titanium 4-2-1 exhaust? Lightweight assist and slipper clutch motorcyclenews.com

MILAN SHOW: Yamaha launch faired MT-09 Tracer
Highlights? 847cc 3-cylinder CP3 engine? D-MODE running mode selection with three Tracer-specific settings? Switchable TCS (Traction Control System) fitted as standard equipment? 190kg dry weight / 210kg wet weight? motorcyclenews.com



On the Track

VIDEO 2014 FIM International Six Days' Enduro (ISDE) - Day 1


ISDE: USA Off To Solid Start
Taylor Robert second in E3 cyclenews.com

Yamaha targets Dakar 2015
After a fine 3rd place in 2014 and an extremely satisfactory series of tests, Yamaha Factory Racing Rally Team Yamalube set out in search of a new victory in the most demanding rally-raid of them all. The riders, Olivier Pain fim-live.com

Lotus team principal Gerard Lopez called in to try and negotiate boycott threat
Gerard Lopez has entered talks over a possible ?100 million windfall for Force India, Lotus and Sauber telegrraph.co.uk

Andretti: Ban rebel teams for life
Former World Champion Mario Andretti has lashed out at the teams who threatened to boycott the United States GP over the weekend...planetf1.com

Analysis: Why Mercedes might now allow 2015 Mid Season power unit Upgrade
There could be some movement on the engine ?unfreeze? after months of discussion between teams and manufacturers. Ahead of further talks at next weekend?s Brazilian Grand Prix, Mercedes motorsport boss Toto Wolff has indicated that his team are willing to waive their veto to allow a single July upgrade of power units next season. Reports [?]
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Struggling F1 teams crisis: Is there an end in sight?
Mercedes Motorsport boss Toto Wolff has called on Ferrari and Red Bull to join his team in channeling some of their commercial revenues from the central F1 Management funds, for the good of the sport. And there are suggestions that a package may be arranged which also includes additional funds from F1′s majority shareholder CVC. [?]
12 James Allen on F1 ? The official James Allen website on F1 / by Declan

Brazil preview quotes - Red Bull, Lotus, McLaren, Sauber & Pirelli
The penultimate round of the season sees the F1 teams journey to South America and one of the oldest and best-loved venues on the calendar, the Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace in Sao Paulo. Sebastian Vettel led a Red Bull formula1.com


On the Street

Gift Your Bike With Extra Performance
Holidays season is not too far away. If you are into performance, you could gift yourself with one of Zipper?s Performance products or put it on your wish list. Guaranteed you will not re-gift it Black S&S? E & G Carb Kits with cyrilhuzeblog,com

EICMA: Brembo for the Japanese super sports moto.it

Fast Motorcycle Industry News
Mercedes-Benz Is Buying 25% Of Italy?s MV Agusta. Mercedes signed a long-term marketing and distribution partnership together with the stake purchase, the unit of Stuttgart-based Daimler AG and the Italy Varese-based motorcycle cyrilhuzeblog.com

PhotoGallery: Hero Splendor Pro Classic photo gallery
Here's the gallery to the Splendor's cafe-racer iteration. autocarindia.com

S&S Introduce Big, Bad, T143 For Harley Tourers
S&S has introduced the T143, its most advanced engine yet. At 143 cubic inches (2343cc), S&S calls it the ?biggest, baddest? engine that?s a direct bolt-in on 2008 and later Harley-Davidson Touring models. Says S&S, motorcycle.com

Harley-Davidson Street 750 Tracker
The new Harley-Davidson Street 750 represents a new direction for the 111 year old motorcycle marque ? It?s a liquid-cooled bike targeted directly at a younger demographic with a focus on both established and emerging silodrome.com

Icon 1000 Prep Boot
The new Icon 1000 Prep Boot is a waterproof alternative to the well-known Elsinore Boot that?s quickly become popular with riders across a number of genres. The Prep Boot shares an obvious design language with the Elsinore silodrome.com


Cage World

Infiniti ( 14v581000 )
Dated: SEP 19, 2014 Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2014 Infiniti Q50 hybrid vehicles manufactured December 10, 2012, to June 25, 2014, and Infiniti Q70 hybrid vehicles manufactured No... odi.nhtsa.dot.gov



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BMW Group Quarterly Report to 30 September 2014
BMW Group Quarterly Report to 30 September 2014 BMW PressClub

Statement Dr. Norbert Reithofer, Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW AG, Conference Call Interim Report to 30 September 2014
Statement Dr. Reithofer Conference Call Interim Report Q3 2014 BMW PressClun

Statement Dr. Friedrich Eichiner, Member of the Board of Management of BMW AG, Finance, Conference Call Interim Report to 30 September 2014
Statement Dr. Eichiner Conference Call Q3 2014 BMW PressClub

?All Aboard!? For The Inside Rolls-Royce Public Exhibition
As Rolls-Royce Motor Cars is making final preparations for its first ever public exhibition, the Inside Rolls-Royce App will be made available to download for free from Friday 7 November at the iTunes App Store and Google Play Store. Rolls Royce Motor Cars PressClub


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Alvin dives to new depths
With the completion of the new Alvin, the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute?s storied deep-sea submersible, 50 million square miles of previously inaccessible seafloor real estate is now open to scientific investigation. wired.com



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ON THE TRACK

BMW Motorrad Motorsport under the floodlights in Doha ? BMW S 1000 RR on the CEV podium twice at Portim?o.
Spectacular 2014 WSBK season finale at Losail Circuit in Qatar ? Privateer BMW Motorrad rider Ivan Silva claimes a double podium in the Spanish Superbike Championship.
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France extend their advantage in San Juan
France further extended their advantage at the head of the standings on day two of the FIM International Six Days Enduro (ISDE) in San Juan, Argentina. After a strong opening day of competition, the French set about building their fim-live.com


Suzuki Re-Launch Into Motogp This Weekend!
The prologue to Suzuki's latest chapter of Grand Prix racing will open this weekend when the revitalised works team roll into action with the refined version of the GSX-RR at the Ricardo Tormo circuit for the Gran Premio suzukki-racing.com


Pianykh, Quinones Take Season-Ending WERA West Formula One Race Wins At Vegas
Oleg Pianykh and Luis Quinones split Formula One race wins at the Pirelli/WERA West Presented by Lucas Oils double-header season finale at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.On Saturday, Pianykh, who took his first WERA roadracingworld.com

2015 factory FMF/KTM Team Announced
MURRIETA, CA ? November 4, 2014 ? (Motor Sports Newswire) ? KTM Motorsports is proud to announce its 2015 Factory FMF/KTM Team riders: Kailub Russell, Charlie Mullins, Russell Bobbitt, Taylor Robert, Ivan Ramirez motorsportsnewswire.com

Hines Rides V-Rod to NHRA Victory in Vegas
Andrew Hines rides the Harley V-Rod to an NHRA victory in Las Vegas.
Motorcycle USA Article Headlines Headlines Homepage / by Press Release /

Where does all the money go in F1?
Big budgets, multi-million-pound salaries and a head-spinning prize fund - how the wheels keep turning in Formula 1.
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US Grand Prix: How Ricciardo beat Williams pair and the curious case of Sebastian Vettel
It is noticeable in the last few weeks that Red Bull has lost ground in pure performance relative to Williams and Mercedes. This is interesting because they have always been a team that keeps adding performance development parts to the car at the end of the season. It has been one of their hallmarks. This [?]
26 James Allen on F1 ? The official James Allen website on F1 / by James


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On the Street

Benelli BN 302
The little naked Pesaro updates to the model introduced last year, and does so with a series of technical measures to improve the handling qualities and performance in general
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2015 BMW S 1000 XR ? First Look Review
2015 BMW S 1000 XR in Light White with optional equipment. Since its debut for 2010, BMW?s S 1000 RR sportbike, powered by a ferocious in-line four-cylinder engine Ride Apart

Harley-Davidson Project LiveWire
Harley-Davidson introduces the first electric motorcycle built by the US House, a revolution of style and mentality
moto.it

Honda announces pricing, colors for more 2015 models
TORRANCE, Calif. ? Honda has announced additional returning models for 2015, with few changes among the list of motorcycles, side-by-sides and scooters. The CBR1000RR and CBR1000RR SP sportbikes will be offered dealernews.com

Energica Eva ? Electrifyingly Naked
Loyal readers will remember that we already tipped you off to the folks at Energica debuting at EIMCA a naked version of the Energica Ego electric superbike, and here is your first glimpse at what the Italians are calling the asphaltandrubber.com

2015 Honda Lineup EIMCA
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Investcorp Buys 80% of Dainese for ?130 Million
A story we have been chasing for some time now, Lino Dainese has finally found a buyer for his namesake company, Dainese. The purchaser is the aptly named private equity firm Investcorp, which is headquartered in Bahrain asphaltandrubber.com

Suzuki brings 2015 vehicle lineup, dealer development team to Dealer Expo
CHICAGO, Ill. and SANTA MONICA, Calif. - Dealer Expo welcomes Suzuki Motor America Inc. (SMAI) to the 2014 Dealernews International Powersports Dealer Expo, to be held Dec. 5-7 at McCormick Place West in downtown dealernews.com

EIMCA Quadro unveils the final four wheels
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EIMCA Honda CB 500 F
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EIMCA Kawasaki Vulcan S
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Motorcycle Basics Techbook
The Motorcycle Basics Techbook by Haynes Manuals is an essential reference designed for all motorcyclists, it covers all major engine, chassis, electrical and suspension systems with human-comprehendible explanations and cutaway illustrations ? the latter of which can help turn exceedingly confusing things into relatively simple concepts. I?ve had my copy of this book for a few weeks and it?s been
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BMW Group Canada reports October sales results.
Group results continue to rise while MINI brand celebrates its best month ever BMW PressClub Canada

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Issues Clarification Following Announcements By Rolls-Royce Plc
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars is issuing the following statement in order to clarify confusion that has arisen in certain media following statements issued by Rolls-Royce plc today. Rolls Royce Motor Cars PressClub

FWIW Rolls Royce plc announced additional headcount reductions as part of an intensified programme to improve operational efficiency and reduce cost across the Group. Their release restructuring plan that will reduce headcount by 2,600 over the next 18 months, principally in their Aerospace division.

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#Panniers #Sidecases - OMG. I like to have sufficient storage space on my motorcycle, with a topcase and maybe some panniers, but this is way over the top. But then, if you are travelling around the world, you would need to have enough space to store all your personal belongings. ...
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Video Team USA prepared for 2014 ISDE

U.S. World Trophy Team falls to fourth place
Story and photos by Steve Berkner Day 2 of the FIM International Six Days Enduro being held near San Juan, Argentina, saw the U.S. World Trophy Team drop two places from its day 1 second-place position. The U.S. riders now sit in fourth place behind France, Australia and Spain. France continued to dominate the World Trophy division where after two days of competition, the team now has a commandi
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A tough day in the saddle for all
Stepping things up a notch, day three of the FIM International Six Days Enduro (ISDE) in San Juan, Argentina proved a challenging one for all. With temperatures rising, the extremely dry and dusty terrain took its toll on many competitors and their machinery, resulting in a high rate of attrition across the field.Remaining strong at the head of the race, France continues to lead the FIM World Trop
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Barbera: Kawasaki 'fooled' us over MotoGP plans
Hector Barbera has launched a scathing attack on what he claims was a string of broken promises from Kawasaki to provide factory support to the Avintia team in MotoGP this season. crash.net

Lorenzo and Rossi to do battle for runner-up spot at season finale
Movistar Yamaha MotoGP returns to Spain to wrap up the 2014 MotoGP? season this weekend at the Gran Premio Generali de la Comunitat Valenciana. motogp.com

Racing Through the Streets of Portugal + Video
In case you haven?t heard of Extreme Enduro, imagine your typical Endurocross race, then take it outdoors. It?s an intense bit of racing, as this clip will show you. motorcycle.com

AMA Pro Racing Restructuring, Renewing Focus On AMA Pro Flat Track; Steve McLaughlin Hired As Consultant
AMA Pro Racing Announces Restructuring and Renewed Focus on AMA Pro Flat Track and AMA Pro HillclimbDAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (November 5, 2014) - AMA Pro Racing announced today a restructuring and a renewed focus on the san...
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Paul Bird Motorsport To Leave MotoGP World Championship
PBM Set To Bid A Fond Farewell To MotoGP At ValenciaAfter three years in the premier class of global motorcycle racing, the Penrith-based Paul Bird Motorsport t...
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Honda Press Release: Honda Bids Farewell To Jonathan Rea
It was no secret that Johnny Rea, Honda Europe and the Ten Kate Honda team had a fantastic working relationship. To underline just how strong the bonds were between Honda and Rea, they issued a press release bidding Rea a fond farewell, and wishing him the best in his future endeavors. The press release appears below: Honda bids farewell to a racing friend Last Sunday's thrilling end to the 2014
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Motor racing-Statistics for Brazilian Formula One Grand Prix
Nov 5 (Reuters) - Statistics for Sunday's Brazilian Formula One Grand Prix at Sao Paulo's Interlagos circuit, race 18 of the 19-round championship: reuters.com

Motor racing-Formula One drivers' form sheet
Nov 5 (Reuters) - Formula One drivers' form sheet for Sunday's Brazilian Grand Prix at Sao Paulo's Interlagos circuit, 18th round of the 19 race season (in championship order, most recent races first): Number=race result, R=retired reuters.com

PREVIEW-Motor racing-Hamilton aims for another first in Brazil
SAO PAULO, Nov 5 (Reuters) - Lewis Hamilton can set more British Formula One records in Brazil this weekend but it is the world championship he wants and that will have to wait. reuters.com

Caterham demise ruined Barrichello return
Rubens Barrichello was set to drive for Caterham in the final three races of the season, it has emerged...planetf1.com

Competition: Go behind the scenes at F1 World champion Mercedes team factory
To celebrate the launch of the final challenge in the F1 Connectivity Innovation Prize, today we announce a truly unique JA on F1 competition, allowing readers to go behind the scenes at the factory of the team that has already clinched the F1 Constructors? Championship already and will soon clinch the drivers? world title too. [?]
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Caterham and Marussia on 2015 list
Caterham and Marussia - who are set to be re-named Manor Grand Prix - are included on the Formula 1 entry list for 2015.
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Felipe Nasr to join Marcus Ericsson at Sauber in 2015
Sauber have signed Felipe Nasr to partner Marcus Ericsson in an all-new line up for the 2015 Formula One world championship. Nasr, 22, already has previous F1 experience: he has competed in four Grand Prix practice sessions for Williams this year as part of his duties as test and reserve driver, and has also tested for the team on two separate occasions at Bahrain
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On the Street

2014 EICMA: KTM 350SX-F Cairoli Factory Edition Preview
KTM revealed a new Factory edition 350SX-F that 2014 FIM MXGP World champion Tony Cairoli will ride in his title defense next season and the basis for the 2016 production model. No technical details were released, though Kiska Senior Designer Piers Spencer-Phillip wrote on his Desrestristed blog that the new machine weighs 5 kg (11 pounds) less the current 350SX-F. Superimposing the Cairoli editio
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SWM Grand Milano 440 Combines Italian Style and Chinese Funding (Bike Reports) (News)
Engineer Ampelio Macchi, formerly with Cagiva and Aprilia, is driving the resurgance of the SWM brand with six new models displayed in Milan. The vintage-looking, air-cooled 440s caught our eye, including the Grand Milano 440 pictured above, and the Silver Vase scrambler pictured at the bottom of this article. Funding for the company has come [?]
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Motorcycle Bumper - World Rejoices
#China #Patent #Bumper - We can sleep easy tonight. A Chinese guy has filed for a patent that will save our motorcycles and our lives... a bumper for motorcycles. Rejoice. ...
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Rigid Industries LED Lighting Reveals New Products at SEMA Show 2014
PHOENIX, AZ ? November 5, 2014 ? (Motor Sports Newswire) ? Rigid Industries? LED Lighting, the world?s leader in forward projecting LED lighting via its patented optic systems and torture-tested housing, unveils its latest and hottest new products at the SEMA Show 2014 featuring the R-Series 46?, Dually XL Series?, DOT/SAE Lights, E-Mark Certified Lights, Rigid Industries Capture? GoPro? light bar
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Dowco Guardian Hi-Viz motorcycle covers provide unparalleled visibility
MANITOWOC, WI ? November 5, 2014 ? (Motor Sports Newswire) ? Designed with safety and nighttime visibility in mind, Dowco?s Guardian Hi-Viz covers offer an alternative to the traditional motorcycle cover with added functionality
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EICMA: Alpinestars Tech-Air Street Airbag System
Alpinestars Press Release: The Tech-Air? is a groundbreaking electronic airbag system that offers riders upper body protection and the freedom to ride both on and off road and in a wide range of weather conditions. At the core of the Tech-Air? is the protection vest, which incorporates the airbag?s electronic control unit, componentry and airbag. When inflated, the airbag covers the back, kidney
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EICMA: METZELER Introduces RACETEC? RR Race Tire
METZELER Press Release: METZELER today unveiled the new Racing Supersport RACETEC? RR during an international press conference held on their stand at EICMA, the World's Motorcycling Fair
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Hunt for Best Dual Sport Tires Leads Us to the Sava MC60
Few topics stir up as many opinions among motorcyclists as tire choice. Even more so for Adventure Riders who are faced with every imaginable riding surface ranging from asphalt to river crossings, often during a single trip. Finding a 50/50 dual sport tire that performs well on both street and dirt is hard enough, but Adventure [?] The post Hunt for Best Dual Sport Tires Leads Us to the Sava MC60
60 ADV Pulse / by Jim Downs /

Harley-Davidson Raising Funds To Plant 50 Million Trees
Harley-Davidson is working to preserve the world we live and ride in with a new initiative named Renew the Ride. With the help of The Nature Conservancy, Harley-Davidson is raising funds to plant 50 million trees worldwide by 2025. As part of the Renew the Ride initiative,... This is a content summary only. Click on headlines for full links, images, other content and more!
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American Honda Announces More 2015 Motorcycles
In September, American Honda announced new and returning motorcycles for 2015, including the 40th anniversary Gold Wing, the Gold Wing F6B, a big crop of cruisers (Fury, Interstate, Stateline, Shadow Aero and Shadow Phantom) and its venerable dual-sport, the XR650L. Read details and see photos of the 40th anniversary Gold Wing and other 2015 Hondas During the EICMA show going on now in Milan, Ital
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Street Legal Husqvarna 701 Supermoto to Arrive Next Summer (Bike Reports) (News)
After being purchased by the owner of KTM a couple of years ago, Husqvarna lost its access to BMW engines that motivated street legal models in its lineup. Husky should be back on the street here in the U.S. next Summer with the new 701 Supermoto. Very similar to the KTM 690 SMC R sold [?]
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Ford Police Cruisers Now Tattle When Cops Drive Like Jerks
A new system lets police forces track the way their officers are driving---and even if they're buckled in. The post Ford Police Cruisers Now Tattle When Cops Drive Like Jerks appeared first on WIRED.
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Meticulous attention to detail. BMW unveils its Lifestyle Collections.[/url]
BMW has a long tradition of combining high-tech innovation with stunning, emotional design. This combination also comes to the fore in the new BMW Lifestyle Collections. The four different product families
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