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motorcycles 2024.19

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motorcycles 2024.19

(date: 2024-05-10 15:45:53)


Kyle Busch: NASCAR NextGen Car ‘A New Realm of Confusion’

date: 2024-05-10, from: Kickin the Tires blog

By Seth Eggert, Associate Editor DARLINGTON, S.C. – The NASCAR Cup Series is over two years into the NextGen era, and some veteran drivers are still struggling to find the…

https://kickinthetires.net/nascar/busch-nascar-nextgen-car-realm-confusion/


2024 Yamaha XSR900 GP First Ride

date: 2024-05-10, from: Cycle World News

Not available in the US, Yamaha’s XSR900 GP is a throwback to the heyday of two-stroke GP bikes with a modern four-stroke triple. We want one—bad.

https://www.cycleworld.com/motorcycle-reviews/yamaha-xsr900-gp-first-ride/


Sneak Peek at 2025 Honda CRF450R

date: 2024-05-10, from: Cycle World News

Change is constant in the hyper-competitive world of motocross bikes, and Honda is making a host of changes to its flagship CRF450R for 2025.

https://www.cycleworld.com/motorcycle-news/honda-crf450r-sneak-peek-for-2025/


2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 First Ride Review

date: 2024-05-10, from: Cycle World News

Husqvarna’s product line has benefited from its place under the Pierer Mobility umbrella. The Svartpilen 801 gets a big upgrade with the flexible LC8c engine.

https://www.cycleworld.com/motorcycle-reviews/husqvarna-svartpilen-801-first-ride-review/


Over 18,000 Riders Rolled Out For The Ducati ‘We Ride As One’ Tour

date: 2024-05-10, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

It’s only the third year ever that Ducati groups worldwide have participated in this event, but the numbers keep growing.

https://www.rideapart.com/news/719129/ducati-we-ride-one-2024/


MotoGP’s Riders Are Split Over the New Rules, Too

date: 2024-05-10, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

They’ve decided the sky is blue, but water might not be wet.

https://www.rideapart.com/news/719116/motogp-2027-rule-changes-motorcycle-racing-riders/


Chicago Is Considering Lowering Speed Limits, But Should It?

date: 2024-05-10, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

Research shows that lower speed limits in dense urban areas save lives, but it’s more than just changing street signs.

https://www.rideapart.com/news/719119/chicago-considers-lowering-speed-limit/


Segway Powersports’ Massive Growth Should Make Other Brands Worried

date: 2024-05-10, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

How does a 343-percent retail sales increase sound?

https://www.rideapart.com/news/719021/segway-q1-2024-sales-growth/


Polaris Just Patented a UTV Tank And You’re Gonna Want to See It

date: 2024-05-10, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

Where we’re going, we don’t need roads.

https://www.rideapart.com/news/719125/polaris-utv-tank-tracked-side-by-side-patent/


China’s Working On Wild 8-Cylinder Touring Bike Nobody Asked For

date: 2024-05-10, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

For those who think a Honda Gold Wing is just too small.

https://www.rideapart.com/news/719020/gwm-8cylinder-boxer-tourer/


REV’IT! Opens First Own Brand Store in Denver

date: 2024-05-09, from: Cycle World News

We are incredibly proud to announce the opening of the first physical REV’IT! brand store, located in Denver, Colorado in the United States – open as of right now.

https://www.cycleworld.com/the-wire/revit-opens-first-own-brand-store-in-denver/


2024 Triumph Rocket 3 Storm R and GT First Ride Review

date: 2024-05-09, from: Cycle World News

The largest-displacement production motorcycle in the world just got more power, but does it make sense for modern riders?

https://www.cycleworld.com/motorcycle-reviews/triumph-rocket-3-storm-r-and-gt-first-ride-review/


The Isle of Man TT Is Coming, So Here’s a Reminder How Fast These Motorcycles Go

date: 2024-05-09, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

I suspect the riders use “the Force”.

https://www.rideapart.com/news/719134/isle-of-man-tt-bmw-m-1000-rr-fastest-lap-ever/


2025 KTM 450 Rally Replica First Look

date: 2024-05-09, from: Cycle World News

KTM has won the Dakar Rally 19 times in the last 23 years. KTM hopes that the new 2025 450 Rally Replica will put it back on the top step of the podium in ’25.

https://www.cycleworld.com/bikes/ktm-450-rally-replica-first-look/


LiveWire Is Moving Its HQ To Milwaukee, But It’s Definitely Not a Harley-Davidson

date: 2024-05-09, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

The electric motorcycle company will be moving back in with mom and dad on Juneau Avenue later this year.

https://www.rideapart.com/news/719017/livewire-moves-to-harley-headquarters/


Off-Road Suzuki Hayabusa Finally Conquers Moab’s Hell’s Gate

date: 2024-05-09, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

Enduro rider Matt Spears returns with a vengeance.

https://www.rideapart.com/news/719016/off-road-suzuki-hayabusa-moab-hells-gate-video/


Would You Do A Joint Ducati and Porsche Track Experience For $1,300?

date: 2024-05-09, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

Who wouldn’t want to try each brands new offerings?

https://www.rideapart.com/news/719011/ducati-porsche-experience-center-program/


Driver Who Killed 7 Motorcyclists Wants His Driver’s License Back

date: 2024-05-09, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

A history of offenses, however, preceded the event.

https://www.rideapart.com/news/718987/volodymyr-zhukovskyy-drivers-license-acquittal/


Turn Your MotoGP Dreams Into Reality With Aprilia’s Pro Experience

date: 2024-05-09, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

It’s a rare opportunity to gain track-riding tutelage from MotoGP legends.

https://www.rideapart.com/news/718858/aprilia-pro-exprience-2024/


Would You Pay Nearly $10K For An Audi Electric MTB?

date: 2024-05-09, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

It does come equipped with a full Öhlins suspension, but that’s still a whole lot of $$$.

https://www.rideapart.com/news/718988/audi-fantic-emtb-limited-edition/


Husqvarna’s 2025 Dirt Bike Lineup Is Ready To Rip

date: 2024-05-09, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

A wide selection of two- and four-stroke models all feature refinements to the frame and suspension settings.

https://www.rideapart.com/news/718855/2025-husqvarna-dirt-bike-lineup-launch/


MotoAmerica Newsletter: Championship Battles Move To Barber

date: 2024-05-08, from: Cycle World News

MotoAmerica Newsletter: Championship Battles Move To Barber

https://www.cycleworld.com/the-wire/motoamerica-newsletter-championship-battles-move-to-barber/


Brough Superior Motorcycles Arrives in North America

date: 2024-05-08, from: Cycle World News

The iconic motorcycle brand Brough Superior is proud to announce the opening of its first filial office in North America.

https://www.cycleworld.com/the-wire/brough-superior-motorcycles-arrives-in-north-america/


Moto Morini, the Iconic Italian Motorcycle Brand, introduces the X-Cape SE

date: 2024-05-08, from: Cycle World News

Moto Morini, the historic Italian motorcycle brand, remains committed to master craftsmanship and innovation, a tradition that spans nearly a century.

https://www.cycleworld.com/the-wire/moto-morini-iconic-italian-motorcycle-brand-introduces-x-cape-se/


Moto Morini, the Iconic Italian Motorcycle Brand, introduces the Seiemmezzo STR Sport

date: 2024-05-08, from: Cycle World News

Moto Morini, the iconic Italian motorcycle brand founded in 1937, continues its legacy of excellence and innovation with the unveiling of the Seiemmezzo STR Sport street bike.

https://www.cycleworld.com/the-wire/moto-morini-iconic-italian-motorcycle-brand-introduces-seiemmezzo-str-sport/


Moto Morini, the Iconic Italian Motorcycle Brand, introduces the Seiemmezzo SCR Trek

date: 2024-05-08, from: Cycle World News

Moto Morini, the iconic Italian motorcycle brand, has a rich heritage of master craftsmanship and innovation spanning nearly a century.

https://www.cycleworld.com/the-wire/moto-morini-iconic-italian-motorcycle-brand-introduces-seiemmezzo-scr-trek/


Honda Updates CB500 Series for 2024

date: 2024-05-08, from: Cycle World News

Honda overhauls its CB500 series for 2024 with updates to styling, electronics, and lighting on the CBR500R, CB500F, and CB500X, which has been renamed NX500.

https://www.cycleworld.com/motorcycle-news/honda-updates-cb500-series-for-2024/


BMW’s Automated Shift Assistant

date: 2024-05-08, from: Cycle World News

BMW is working on a new automatic transmission that will likely debut on the 2025 R 1300 GS Adventure. The system can operate in a semi-auto or fully auto mode.

https://www.cycleworld.com/motorcycle-news/bmw-automated-shift-assistant/


#WeRideAsOne Celebrated Around the World

date: 2024-05-08, from: Cycle World News

This past Saturday, May 4, #WeRideAsOne was celebrated worldwide as a homage to passionate motorcyclists who share enthusiasm for the brand.

https://www.cycleworld.com/the-wire/werideasone-celebrated-around-the-world/


Moto Guzzi USA Announces 2024 Northeast Dealer Demo Tour

date: 2024-05-08, from: Cycle World News

Moto Guzzi USA is thrilled to announce its Northeast Demo Tour, giving passionate motorcyclists across the region the chance to experience the thrill of riding one of the 2024 Moto Guzzi range firsthand.

https://www.cycleworld.com/the-wire/moto-guzzi-usa-announces-2024-northeast-dealer-demo-tour/


2024 Yamaha MT-09 First Ride Review

date: 2024-05-08, from: Cycle World News

Yamaha’s CP3 triple-powered MT-09 naked gets a new look, sportier ergos and handling, and updated tech. Is it less hooligan and more sportbike than before?

https://www.cycleworld.com/motorcycle-reviews/yamaha-mt-09-first-ride-review/


Dylan Duval Calls His Shot, Ends Winless Drought at Talladega

date: 2024-05-08, from: Kickin the Tires blog

By Seth Eggert, Associate Editor Prior to eNASCAR Coca-Cola iRacing Series’ annual trip to the virtual Talladega Superspeedway, Nitro Circus Sim Team’s Dylan Duval channeled his inner Denny Hamlin, and…

https://kickinthetires.net/esports/duval-ends-winless-drought-at-talladega/


What Do You Think Of The New Ryvid Outset EV Moto?

date: 2024-05-08, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

Parts are interchangeable with the Ryvid Anthem, so riders can transform their electric as needed.

https://www.rideapart.com/news/718854/ryvid-outset-ev-scrambler-bike/


Now’s Your Chance To Own An Actual Troy Bayliss Ducati Desmosedici GP3

date: 2024-05-08, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

The bike is currently up for sale in the UK, but you’ll need to pony up a pretty penny to bring it home.

https://www.rideapart.com/news/718829/bayliss-ducati-desmosedici-for-sale/


Synthetic Fuel Drops Horsepower and Torque Slightly

date: 2024-05-08, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

Could be worse. We could lose combustion forever.

https://www.rideapart.com/news/718838/synthetic-fuel-horsepower-torque-drop-evo-dyno/


Meet The J2R Dynamics Smol Motorcycle, Which Is Just A Lil Electric Guy

date: 2024-05-08, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

Smol enough for new riders; big enough for your commute?

https://www.rideapart.com/news/718675/j2rdesign-smol-electric-a2-motorcycle/


REV’IT!’s New Store In Colorado Will Let You Actually Try Gear On

date: 2024-05-08, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

It’s the first of many new brick-and-mortar stores in the pipeline.

https://www.rideapart.com/news/718679/revit-new-store-denver-colorado/


Polaris Recalls 600 Snowmobiles Due To Fuel Leak

date: 2024-05-08, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

High heat and leaky fuel make for a disastrous combo.

https://www.rideapart.com/news/718681/polaris-prostar-s4-titan-adventure-155-es-recall-leaking-fuel-pump/


Our New Insta360 X4 Has Unreal 4K Battery Life

date: 2024-05-08, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

I legit thought I was mistaken, or that it didn’t record properly. But no; it did!

https://www.rideapart.com/news/718667/insta360-x4-impressive-battery-life/


2025 KTM 990 RC R First Look

date: 2024-05-07, from: Cycle World News

KTM has released limited information on its upcoming 2025 990 RC R sportbike, which will come in a normal street version as well as a Track model.

https://www.cycleworld.com/bikes/kmt-990-rc-r-first-look/


Folds of Honor and Indian Motorcycle Announce Charity Ride

date: 2024-05-07, from: Cycle World News

Indian Motorcycle announced a fundraising effort in partnership with Folds of Honor, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing families of fallen or disabled service members and first responders.

https://www.cycleworld.com/the-wire/folds-of-honor-and-indian-motorcycle-announce-charity-ride/


The Exclusive Aprilia Pro Experience is Back in Misano on June 9

date: 2024-05-07, from: Cycle World News

The Aprilia Pro Experience is back, a dream day that allows a limited number of enthusiasts to get on the track with some of the best riders in the world as coaches.

https://www.cycleworld.com/the-wire/exclusive-aprilia-pro-experience-back-in-misano-on-june-9/


KTM Is Finally Bringing Back a Street Superbike With the 990 RC R

date: 2024-05-07, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

This is not a drill, people!

https://www.rideapart.com/news/718821/2025-ktm-990-rc-r-superbike-street-legal/


After TikTok, Lawmakers Want to Ban Action Camera Company DJI

date: 2024-05-07, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

Kiss all your drones goodbye.

https://www.rideapart.com/news/718674/dji-action-camera-government-ban-tiktok/


No One Knows Whether To Love or Hate the New MotoGP Regulations

date: 2024-05-07, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

They do agree, however, that water is wet. Though the sky’s color is still up for debate.

https://www.rideapart.com/news/718662/motogp-2027-regulations-changes-motorcycle-racing/


Mash Goes Big with Retro-Inspired FR750 Motorcycle

date: 2024-05-07, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

A bargain option in the neo-retro segment in Europe.

https://www.rideapart.com/news/718528/mash-fr750-launch-europe/


KC HiLiTES’ New Gravity Titan Light Pod Bar Are Here To Destroy the Night

date: 2024-05-07, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

Thee are banished, night!

https://www.rideapart.com/news/716482/kc-hilites-gravity-titan-light-pod-lightbar/


MotoGP Postpones Grand Prix Of Kazakhstan Due To Heavy Flooding

date: 2024-05-07, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

Severe flooding has displaced thousands of residents causing a national weather emergency.

https://www.rideapart.com/news/718678/motogp-kazakhstan-postponed-weather-crisis/


onX Offroad Named Official Mapping Partner of 2024 AMA United States Hard Enduro Series Championship

date: 2024-05-06, from: Cycle World News

onX Offroad, the industry-leading provider of off-road mapping solutions, is proud to announce its partnership with the AMA United States Hard Enduro Series Championship.

https://www.cycleworld.com/the-wire/onx-offroad-named-official-mapping-partner-2024-ama-united-states-hard-enduro-series-championship/


Active-Duty Marine Christopher Tate Set to Make ARCA Debut

date: 2024-05-06, from: Kickin the Tires blog

By Seth Eggert, Associate Editor Late Model racer Christopher Tate will become the latest active-duty United States military serviceman to compete in the ARCA Menards Series, although he will be…

https://kickinthetires.net/nascar/active-duty-marine-tate-arca-debut/


Now’s Your Chance To Own This Ultra-Rare Ducati 750 Imola Desmo

date: 2024-05-06, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

It’s one of seven surviving examples of this iconic racing machine.

https://www.rideapart.com/news/718489/1972-ducati-750-imola-desmo-auction/


date: 2024-05-06, from: Kickin the Tires blog

By Seth Eggert, Associate Editor NASCAR Drive for Diversity alum Ryan Vargas has always been open about the adversity that he’s overcome, specifically craniosynostosis. Recently, he was featured in the…

https://kickinthetires.net/nascar/ryan-vargas-featured-in-no-days-off-doc/


Sea-Doo’s 325HP Rotax Ace Engine Is So Good, It Won an Award

date: 2024-05-06, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

This engine made me question my very purpose in life. And now it’s won an innovation award.

https://www.rideapart.com/news/718298/sea-doo-innovation-award-rotax/


UPDATE: GoPro Files Complaint Alleging Insta360 Infringed On Several Patents

date: 2024-05-06, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

The California-based company is calling on the US International Trade Commission to make Insta360 stop selling its cameras here.

https://www.rideapart.com/news/718438/gopro-insta360-patent-itc-battle/


BMW’s New Automated Shift Assistant Kills Motorcycle Clutch Levers

date: 2024-05-06, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

I haven’t met anyone who prefers having no clutch lever whatsoever. But BMW obviously knows something I don’t.

https://www.rideapart.com/news/718434/bmw-automated-shift-assistant-asa/


Arctic Cat Recalls 16,000 Snowmobiles For Laceration Potential

date: 2024-05-05, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

The drive clutch can break, fragment, and then explode.

https://www.rideapart.com/news/718436/arctic-cat-snowmobile-recall-laceration/


Brett Moffitt Scores Top-Five Finish in Truck Series Return

date: 2024-05-05, from: Kickin the Tires blog

By Seth Eggert, Associate Editor Despite struggling early in the Heart of America 200, Brett Moffitt rebounded to score a top-five finish in his first NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series start…

https://kickinthetires.net/nascar/brett-moffitt-scores-top-five-finish-in-truck-series-return/


Triumph Bags Title Sponsorship For 2024 AMA Adventure Riding Series

date: 2024-05-05, from: Ride Apart, Electric Motorcycle News

The 2024 Triumph Adventure Riding Series is open to riders of all skill levels.

https://www.rideapart.com/news/718297/triumph-title-sponsor-ama-adv-riding-series-2024/