2009 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R
By Marissa Baecker The slang term “crotch rocket” has become well understood. In fact, online at urbandictionary.com the term has been defined to mean: A specific type of motorcycle, typically distinguished by it’s aerodynamic ‘hunched-over’ seating position and high power to weight ratio. While this definition is correct, it is really not an all inclusive […]
McWillams wins wet AMA PRO VANCE & HINES XR1200 series race at Barber
Milwaukee (Sept. 27, 2010) – Jeremy McWilliams battled with fellow road racing veteran Michael Barnes in a rain-soaked 11-lap duel at Barber Motorsports Park September 26, to become the first rider to win races on a Harley-Davidson XR1200 motorcycle on two continents. McWilliams, who won the 2010 Henderson XR1200 Trophy champion in the British Superbike […]
New SCREAMIN’ EAGLE® 3.5″ slotted muffler end caps
The new Screamin’ Eagle® 3.5-Inch Slotted End Caps from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor AccessoriesTM enable the personalization of Screamin’ Eagle® Thunder Street Performance Slip-On Mufflers. Available in chrome with black spears or black with chrome spears, these easy-to-install, 3.5-inch caps are dressed with the same finish as the mufflers and exhaust shields, for a consistent look […]
BCAA Traffic Safety Foundation offers tips
Burnaby, B.C. – Whether it is because motorcycles are more economical, more convenient or just fun to ride, more people are trading in four wheels for two and hitting the road on a motorcycle. Between 2001 and 2009 the number of motorcycle riders on British Columbia’s streets and highways nearly doubled from 49,000 to about […]
New HD XR1200 Sportster a whole new experience
CONCORD, Ontario (June 3, 2010) – The XR 1200XTM model represents Harley-Davidson® Sportster® performance, honed to its finest edge. Introduced in 2010 for international markets only, the XR 1200XTM bike will be available through Harley-Davidson® Retailers in Canada as a 2011 model. Equipped with fully adjustable Showa® front and rear suspension components, the 2011 XR […]