2012 Ducati 1199 Panigale Recalled
Ducati North America has just announced that it is recalling 375 model-year 2012 1199 Panigale superbikes due to rear suspension concerns. Apparently, certain 1199 models contain a defective screw, which is used for retaining the swingarm to the rear suspension linkage.The RecallIf the linkage were to detach from the swingarm, the suspension would collapse, according […]
Continue readingDallas Sport Biker Pulled Over For Helmet Camera
The case of the Dallas sport biker who appeared to be pulled over and arrested for his helmet camera on the Memorial Day weekend is being internally investigated by the Dallas County Sheriff’s Department.What HappenedThe biker, Chris Moore, claims he was pulled on Stemmons Freeway in Dallas because police wanted to view what was on […]
Continue readingCDC: Statistics Show Motorcycle Helmet Laws Save Lives
A new federal study has concluded that fewer motorcyclists die in states that require riders to where helmets. The study, which was conducted by the Center for Disease Control (CDC), also found that the cost to society is much lower in states that have helmet laws on the books. Interestingly, the study determined that roughly […]
Continue readingHonda’s All New CBR250R Coming to America!
The news is incredible – Honda has announced that the 2011 CBR250R will be available in US dealerships by the middle of next year. This new machine is to be first viewed by the public at the EICMA show to be held in Milan, Italy, in early November. So far, the moto-press has been very […]
Continue readingBuell Bikes Coming Back to the Street With Buell 1190RS
When Harley-Davidson disolved Buell, Erik Buell was given a liscence to continue making Buell Racing bikes, but was not permitted to make street motorcycles. It looks like Harley is lifting that restriction, because Buell is planning a new street bike, the 1190RS. A photo of the new 1190RS was leaked on the web (left) but it […]
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