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Harley-Davidson Files New Cafe and Flat Tracker Motorcycle Designs
The Bikes To Come After the Bronx and Pan America Harley-Davidson filed designs with the European Union Intellectual Property Office for two more unique models recently. The designs were spotted by Motorcycle.com. They both use the liquid-cooled Revolution Max engine that is in the Pan America and Bronx. The first design is a cafe racer. …
Rare Brough Superior Mark 1 90-Bore
Brough’s First JAP Twin-Cylinder 1,000cc Model It’s one of only two known to exist. This Brough Superior Mark 1 90-Bore had 1,000cc V-twin engine in 1922. That’s pure insanity, and it makes the bike one of the rarest two-wheeled vehicles in the world. The model you see here is in excellent, showroom condition. It’s up …
KTM Announced the 2020 890 Duke R Will Cost $11,699
Coming This Spring There were rumors of an 890 Duke R, but now KTM has announced the motorcycle as a part of its lineup. It will come in the spring of this year. The motorcycle will come with an $11,699 price tag. That’s the starting price for the bike. I’m sure you’ll be able to …
Damon Motorcycles Announces New Limited Run Hypersport Premier and Acquisition of Mission Motors
Seeking to Change the Motorcycle Industry Damon Motorcycles revealed its new electric motorcycle, the Damon Hypersport at CES. The model caused quite a stir, and rightfully so. It’s a vehicle that is not only one of the most impressive electric vehicles created this far, but the Shift system and Co-Pilot safety system are unlike any …
Norton Motorcycles Owes Something Like $35 Million
It’s at Least This Much It’s no secret that Norton Motorcycles is in some deep trouble. The company entered administration (basically bankruptcy) due to the fact that it couldn’t pay some of its debts. Then there’s a whole pensions scam that happened and is currently being investigated. The company appears to be completely mismanaged and …
on BMW F 650 GSCan you tell me where I can find the bmw 650 rack to fix my back box plate and box to am in cape tow…
on BMW Reveals the R 18 CruiserThe ape hanger is so 'weird'
on Benefits of Motorcycle Riding Later In LifeVery good article. Me riding for 42 years. It's still a way of life. The feeling of freedom!
on Deals We Love This Week: Fantastic Gloves on Sale This WeekI recommend skipping the AStar S-MX2's, the mesh material at the tips of the fingers did not wear we…
on Domio Moto Helmet Audio: Can You Hear Me Now?Thank you ADStryker!- on Domio Moto Helmet Audio: Can You Hear Me Now?Hi Dwayne! I'm glad you appreciate the absurd levels of detail I insist on including. The truth is t…
- on Motoz Tractionator Adventure Tires: Traction & LongevityInteresting! I've heard that the front adventure tires were changed by Motoz from the original desig…
on Motoz Tractionator Adventure Tires: Traction & LongevityHad a look at other riders pics of same tyre and yours is the only one i can find with it fitted tha…
on BMW Reveals the R 18 CruiserThat is one awesome machine, if I had the cash I'd be having one of those!
on Motorcycle Survival Tips for These Dark TimesThe Fort9 team does a great job on both their videos and their reviews -- makes me want to stop by a…
on Domio Moto Helmet Audio: Can You Hear Me Now?Hey Jim - I, for one, enjoy your detailed and wordy reviews. A couple comments based on my past expe…
on 2020 Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS [Model Overview]I own one and I have a throttle lock and I never used it. The Concours is cheaper than any of the sp…
on The Honda ADV150 Will be Available in June and Cost $4,299I was in Italy this past fall (a massive scooter scene) and was surprised at how many of these were…
on 2021 Honda CT125 Hunter Cub Is OfficialHopefully they make it to the US! I can’t wait!
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Domio Moto Helmet Audio: Can You Hear Me Now?
Review Video My Shortest Review Ever Cameron Martel, my colleague, friend and manager here at WBW likes to tease me about how I always seem to find a way to overanalyze, overcomplicate and over-write every review while taking too long to get to the point. I’ll own that. Yes, I’m naturally a bit of a …
Deals We Love This Week: Icon Motorcycle Closeout Jackets Marked Down
Up to 40 Percent Off Icon’s gear is some of my favorites out there when it comes to style. Sometimes it’s a bit too loud in terms of colors and designs, but often the company gets things right. Every week, I go through the deals out there and pull my favorites. This week, I noticed …
Deals We Love This Week: Huge Discounts on AGV Helmets
58% Off Should Get Your Attention Every week, I take a look at the deals out there and pull together some of the best ones to help you find gear at a reasonable price. This week, I noticed that Revzilla had slashed prices on all kinds of AGV lids. This means you can get yourself …
inView Wireless Helmet Brake & Turn Signal System: wBW First Look
Foreword Like other wBW reviews started late last year, the (somewhat) early onset of the white stuff is dictating changes regarding submission and publication. The inView by Third Eye Design product review is one of these protracted activities. This initial submission provides a wBW First Look view into this new and innovative technology-based motorcycle safety …
Deals We Love This Week: Fantastic Gloves on Sale This Week
Protect Your Hands For Less Every week I look at the deals that are out there and then find the gear that’s both good and available at a good price. This week when I was looking I started noticing several good pairs of gloves at lower prices, so I thought it worth it to round …
Gerbing’s Must Have Heated Vest
Thank You! Our friend Justin Silverman at Gerbing Heated Clothing supplied me with this vest, battery harness and temperature controller at no charge for this review. First Impressions In the Spring of 2019, I reviewed the Exotogg thermal vest and experienced first hand how electric dependant heated gear can fail at the most inopportune time. …
Deals We Love This Week: Airbag Gear Up to 60% Off
Air Bag Gear Is Safe and Now On Sale I try my best to keep an eye out for the best gear deals every week. This week, you’re looking at some seriously good gear and gear technology going on sale. What is it? Airbag gear! Airbag vests and jackets can have a dramatic impact on …
The 2020 KTM Motorcycle Lineup + Our Take on Each Model
KTM’s Lineup Is Better Than Ever Before KTM has been making waves the last couple of years. The company has a lot of really good bikes across the range, and it keeps adding to it. The addition of the 390 Adventure for the 2020 model year is an important one. The company relies on three …
Deals We Love This Week: Open Face Helmets Up to 33% Off
Open Face Lids on Sale Look Pretty Good I advocate for a full-face lid over an open-face helmet. However, I can recognize that some riders prefer an open-lid. I even like to wear one from time to time. It’s not as safe, but it’s certainly still a viable option for a rider. So, every once …
The 2020 Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Lineup + Our Take on Each Model
HD has Some Killer Models for 2020 Harley-Davidson is going through a rough patch right now, but the company has its sights set on a new electrified future and some interesting new bikes. However, the Pan America and the Bronx won’t hit in 2020, so the big news this year is the Harley LiveWire, which …
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Honda Reveals the CB-F Concept
A Great-Looking Motorcycle Honda held a virtual motorcycle show, giving people a look at its lineup and some future bikes for the brand. One of the motorcycles it showcased was the Honda CB-F Concept motorcycle. The bike was planned to be revealed at the 38th Osaka Motorcycle Show, but that was canceled due to the …
The 2020 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally Is Expected to Proceed
Business as Usual The upcoming Sturgis Rally in Sturgis, South Dakota isn’t until August, but concerns about the rally continuing this year have already been brought up due to the Coronavirus. However, Jerry Cole, the director of the rally, said that he expects the rally to continue as scheduled. He and his staff are planning …
Tom Cruise Riding a BMW G 310 GS on the Set of Mission Impossible 7
Production Is Still Going Despite the Coronavirus Mission Impossible 7 is being filmed right now. Well, it was until the outbreak of Coronavirus. It hasn’t officially resumed, but according to Motorbike Writer, not everything is shut down. Tom Cruise was recently spotted on a BMW GS testing in a safety rig at Dunsfold Aerodrome in …
Harley-Davidson Announces Screamin’ Eagle Kits
For 2017 or Later Touring Models Harley-Davidson recently announced the new Screamin’ Eagle products for your 2017 and later HD touring models. These High-flow exhaust kits, performance cams, Screaming Eagle engine and comprehensive line of upgrades are designed to make your Harley even more bad-ass than it currently is. Here’s a look at what’s available. …
Dakar Rally Plans New Safety Measures to Reduce Fatalities
Spurred by the Deaths of Paulo Goncalves and Edwin Straver ASO organizers and the FIM will be changing the format of the Dakar Rally to help ensure the safety of the riders. This has garnered ire from some riders, but it is well-intentioned. A meeting was held to identify several factors that often lead to …
Pollution Is Down Due to COVID-19
The Only Benefit of Coronavirus People across the globe are staying inside, sometimes due to mandates by local and national governments. This has removed tons of traffic from the road and halted all sorts of industry work. While this isn’t good for the economy, it is good for the environment. According to the Los Angeles …
Roland Sands Design Wants You to Build a Custom Motorcycle While In Quarantine
Keeping Riders Busy Roland Sands Design (RSD) is known for its killer gear, but the company also makes fantastic custom parts for riders. The company now is holding The Corona Virus Bike Build Off to help keep you from getting too bored while you’re in quarantine. RSD has discounted its parts at 19 percent across …
Indian Shuts Down Facilities
Following Harley’s Example Just like other motorcycle manufacturers around the world, American ones are now shutting down. Harley-Davidson shut down about a week ago and now Indian has followed suit. According to RideApart, Polaris, the company that owns Indian Motorcycle, confirmed it will temporarily shut down two oversea facilities and five U.S.-based facilities. This includes …
Tucker Powersports Names Marc McAllister as President
An Industry Veteran Tucker Powersports named Marc McAllister as the President and CEO on March 24. McAllister replaces Sebastian Bretschneider, who recently left the company. McAllister is a motorcycle industry veteran and has held a variety of roles at Harley-Davidson over a time span of 24 years. He started in product design and supply chain …
