In their own way, each of them is outrageous. But some are more so than others. To make this list, the resulting car-hearted bike needs to have been a streetable production model, although some were series production and some were conversions or customs built in bulk. There are plenty of one-offs out there with even […]
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by Enrico Punsalang from https://www.rideapart.com Just when you thought you’ve seen it all. When it comes to the level of freedom motorcycles give you, the sky’s the limit. To some, the prospect of cruising down the open road aboard a cruiser embodies this freedom. While to others, clocking in hot laps on a high performance
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Cole Rogers from Cycle Fabrications in Lebanon, Ohio By Bandit and Michael Lichter with photos by Michael Lichter This is a kick-off piece. For years I attended every show in the country and met all the old and new builders. As my travel budget decreased and my desire to work in the shop and go
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by Pradeep Shah from https://www.financialexpress.com/ The Benda Asura 400 comes with a single-sided swingarm, which is quite rare to see on a 400cc motorcycle. In the last few years, a lot of Chinese manufacturers have ventured into the motorcycling space. We have been bringing you a lot of stories on Chinese copy bikes that are
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by Daniel Patrascu from https://www.autoevolution.com For a while now, a Swedish electric motorcycle manufacturer by the name of Cake has been moving to position itself as a noteworthy adversary in this expanding segment. Its moves have been rather shy so far, but as of this summer the company is going head on into the segment
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by Jeff Yip from https://www.sfgate.com Ducati is doubling down on two-wheel performance. For 2020, the maker of premium Italian motorcycles addresses the sportbike’s “naked” niche — where the manufacturer offers a top-of-the-line motorcycle without the fairings and windscreens — with its new Streetfighter V4 and Streetfighter V4 S. The Streetfighter V4 is informed by Ducati’s
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by Abhinand Venugopal from https://www.rushlane.com/ Kawasaki’s Ninja ZX-25R Racer Custom is a track-only version of the brand’s new 249cc four-cylinder sportsbike Kawasaki has unveiled the all-new Ninja ZX-25R Racer Custom ahead of its official debut event which had to be cancelled due to COVID-19. The pandemic has caused a lot of confusion among global automotive
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by Enrico Punsalang from https://www.rideapart.com/ Sometimes all that glitters really is gold. Few custom motorcycle builders are as unorthodox and eccentric a the folks at Polish custom shop, Game Over Cycles. Judging from their name alone, you’re certain that they churn out some pretty unique builds over there. Based on Game Over Cycles’ Instagram profile,
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by Elena Gorgan from https://www.autoevolution.com/ Because they’re rich and famous, artists have access to some of the newest and most awesome rides, whether they’re cars, motorcycles, bikes or anything in between. Some they buy, some they get to try out and keep, as long as they can guarantee exposure to the brand. Artists and celebrities
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by Daniel Patrascu from https://www.autoevolution.com In Honda’s lineup, the CB Series is one of the most extensive. Born a little over six decades ago, the line includes everything from road to racing motorcycles. That means the family will still be around for many years to come, and a glimpse of what’s around the corner was
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From Los Angeles to Vegas and Back By Gearhead with photos by Wrench Story line started about ten years ago, during the bare bobber era. I was looking for a seat to go with an old school flat-tracker look. I had a pair of Flanders flat tracker bars, but it did not look right with
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by Daniel Patrascu from https://www.autoevolution.com It’s known as the Screaming Eagle Destroyer. It’s a factory, non-stree-legal, purpose-built drag racing motorcycle capable of doing a quarter mile in under ten seconds as if it’s nothing. And it’s incredibly rare. The motorcycle you see in the gallery above is the drag race-bred VRXSE Screaming Eagle Destroyer put
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by Sabrina Giacomini from https://www.rideapart.com The fun type of social distancing. UPDATE: Note that there could be lockdowns and “stay at home” orders in your city or your state as the situation evolves and we don’t recommend you overlook them because “riding is seemingly safe”. We’re not your mom, but we recommend you follow your
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by Elena Gorgan from https://www.autoevolution.com One of the main complaints lodged against the Harley-Davidson LiveWire is the short range offered on a single charge, of just 140 miles. That doesn’t mean it’s not made for touring, though. Swiss rider Michel von Tell has just set a new world record for the longest tour in under
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by Sebastian Blanco from https://www.forbes.com/ It’s a specific category, but the Venturi Group’s Voxan Motors is working to create the fastest electric motorcycle in the world. Well, the fastest electric motorcycle “propelled by the action of one wheel in contact with the ground, partially streamlined, under 300 kg,” according to the team website. That specific
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In August 2020, 43 years will have passed since Elvis Presley, the king of rock ‘n’ roll, or simply The King, died of an overdose on prescription drugs. To this day, he remains one of the most iconic figures in pop culture. Even after all these years, Elvis is still considered a top artist in
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Last weekend in the USA during the Daytona Bike Week, the New York-Rzeszów motorcycle built by the Polish company Game Over Cycles took first place in the “Over 1000 cc Custom” category in the Rat’s Hole Custom Bike Show. The competition was held in Florida as part of Daytona Bike Week 2020, one of the
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by Daniel Patrascu from https://www.autoevolution.com/ Despite the fact that it is probably the world’s most famous motorcycle brand, Harley-Davidson seems to be struggling to come to grips with the realities of the age. Plagued by financial problems, Harley recently lost its CEO, and more stormy weather seems to be looming ahead. There are however plans
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by Daniel Patrascu from https://www.autoevolution.com/ Decades-old motorcycles are not as widespread as cars. Whereas in the world today there are countless four-wheeled machines, in better or worse condition, going back perhaps a century or so, not the same can be said about two-wheelers. That essentially means that when we come across a bike as old
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by Daniel Patrascu from https://www.autoevolution.com It’s been a long time in the making, but BMW Motorrad’s newest entry to the cruiser segment, a bike aptly called the R 18, is just around the corner. On Friday, April 3, the Germans will pull the wraps off what is to become one of the most potent motorcycles
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by Denis Droppa from https://www.businesslive.co.za Unlike anything yet seen on two wheels, Pierre Terblanche’s R1.1m Hypertek electric bike takes shape A futuristic South African motorcycle that attracted interest at a recent international motorcycle show is to go into production in two years’ time. Looking like a prop from a Blade Runner movie, the prototype of
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The Carnival Bike Turns into an Historic Jewel This bike is deceiving. Mistakenly restored by one of the high masters of vehicle restorations, Steve Huntzinger, it conceals its heritage. It currently looks like a select piece of Fabergé jewelry, which conceals the magnificent history. CLICK HERE TO READ THIS ARTICLE ON BIKERNET.com
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Not a Show Bike by a Long Hauler Now by Gearhead Where to start? I named the bike Gypsy Belle. She was my gypsy and the adventures we had are too numerous to mention. I’ve had her for 40 plus years now and she’s been solid to me. CLICK HERE TO READ THIS ARTICLE
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by Fraser Addecott from https://www.mirror.co.uk/ Check out all the latest machinery, plus a whole lot more, at the capital’s big bike fest The post-Christmas winter months are probably not most bikers’ favourite time of the year – seeming cold, wet and miserable. One bright spot on the horizon, however, is the ever-popular London Motorcycle Show.
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