New BMW G 650GS to debut at Vancouver motorcycle show
The 2011 BMW lineup will be debuted in B.C. at the Vancouver Motorcycle in January. One of the new models peaking my interest is the G 650GS. I have taken a liking to adventure bikes this past season and in the coming season, I want to spend more time on one. The 650GS maintains BMW […]
Canadian Motorcycle racing adds two new classes
CONCORD, Ontario (December 9, 2010) – Winds of change have hit the Canadian motorcycle racing world. Two brand new classes, namely the Amateur Superbike class and the much anticipated Harley-Davidson® XR 1200TM Cup, will have their debut in the upcoming 2011 racing season, which marks the 32nd anniversary of the National Superbike series. After a […]
New from Harley-Davidson – Electra Glo footboard inserts
Bathe a Parked Motorcycle in Brilliant, Colourful LED Light Display a bike in dazzling colour with the new Electra GloTM Rider Footboard Inserts (P/N 50745-10, red) and Electra GloTM Passenger Footboard Inserts (P/N 51287-10, red) from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor AccessoriesTM. The moulded rubber insert appears charcoal black in normal operation, with a mirrored chrome surround and Bar & […]
New LED headlamps and auxiliary lamps from HD
Easy Installation Plugs Into Original Wiring Without External Ballast MILWAUKEE (September 27, 2010) New LED Headlamps and Auxiliary Lamps from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories are brighter and whiter in color and provide a superior light pattern over standard incandescent lamps. Compared to the yellow light of a traditional halogen bulb, the LED lamp produces a […]
2010 Honda CBF600, CBR600RR, CB. . . – what?
By Marissa Baecker So what is the difference between a CBF and CBR? That was my first question. When you stand before them side by side, you don’t really notice the differences, other than the obvious colour, until they are pointed out to you. However, take each one for a ride and the differences will […]
Chatting with musicians about riding and music
This week rock band Crash Karma blew through town on tour supporting their self-titled debut album. Anyone who is passionate about music knows the band’s history. Another well known fact is that rock stars and motorcycles usually go hand in hand. Billy Idol, Gilby Clark, Motley Crue are just a few bands off the top […]
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 […]