2011 February - Motorcycle News - Page 4

February 12, 2011

Hugo Boss helmets

German fashion house Hugo Boss has teamed up with Portuguese helmet manufacturer Nexx to present the BOSS helmet collection. The helmets will be available from March in five colors: Vintage White, Blue Eclipse, Dark Grey, Bitter Chocolate, and Black Satin. Using the best materials and a high standard of craftsmanship, the BOSS Black Menswear collection was developed to meet the genuine lifestyle of urban men who seek the perfect unison between safety, function and contemporary design. The Hugo Boss helmets carry a price tag of €299. Read the full article »


February 11, 2011

Vyrus 986 M2 Factory new pictures

The Vyrus 986 M2 Factory is a new bikethat the Italian based company presented at the Motor Bike Expo, an interpretation of a Moto2 machine according to Vyrus. 135 kg for 136 hp, lightness and rideability, power and control, the ingredients of the most innovative motorcycle ever produced. Many are technological solutions that give it it’s very own special character; hydraulic steering, upside down “Omega” frame, double link front and rear suspension, monocoque structural bodywork, or low pressure aerodynamic cooling. Read the full article »


February 11, 2011

2011 Zero S, DS, X, MX videos

Zero Motorcycles has announced its 2011 model line-up and strategy to dominate the zero-emission motorcycle market. The S and DS models were completely redesigned, as well as changing the look of all models. Also important, that the owners of the Zero bikes can take advantage of J1772 public charging stations using an optional accessory. All of the motorcycles will be shipped in March 2011. Prices of the bikes are: S: $9,995; DS: $10,495; MX: $9,495; X: $7,995; Read the full article »


February 10, 2011

2011 Triumph Thunderbird Storm new photos

Three months ago, Triumph introduced the new Thunderbird Storm, and now we have new pictures of the bike. The Storm is eventually the dechromed, stripped down version of the Thunderbird. Triumph's iconic twin headlights, made famous on the Rocket III and Speed Triple models, and drag bars perfectly fit this street rod’s aggressive nature and are complemented by the deep metallic paint. The Storm is powered by a big bore, 1700cc parallel twin engine pumping out 98 hp and a meaty 156 Nm. Read the full article »


February 10, 2011

Erik Buell to speak at Motorcycle Hall Of Fame Breakfast at Daytona Fundraiser

Motorcycle manufacturer, racer and industry icon Erik Buell will be the featured guest at the Motorcycle Hall of Fame's annual Breakfast at Daytona fundraiser, Friday, March 11, during Bike Week at an all-new location inside the Daytona 500 Club in the infield of Daytona International Speedway. Buell will take the stage at the Hall of Fame fundraising event to talk about the past, present and future of his unique motorcycles. Read the full article »


February 10, 2011

KTM 200 Duke spotted?

It’s already official that the Austrian brand will soon reveal a 200-250cc Duke destined for the Indian market. An Indian magazine, Overdrive.in took a photo of a mysterious new KTM, which is supposedly the larger displacement version of the 125 Duke. Luckily, IndianCarsBikes.in was able to ask Rajiv Bajaj about the photo, and the son of the Bajaj company confirmed that what we can see here is the 200cc KTM Duke. Read the full article »


February 10, 2011

BMW Motorcycles starts new year with strong sales growth

The motorcycle division of BMW started the new year well, with strong sales growth of 24%. A total of 4,714 (prev. yr. 3,814) BMW motorcycles were delivered to customers worldwide in January 2011, continuing the steady sales growth of the previous year. BMW Motorrad recorded sales growth of 12.3 % for the full year 2010, against the overall market trend, and expanded its market share in all relevant motorcycle markets. Read the full article »


February 9, 2011

2012 Kawasaki Brute Force 750 ATV revealed

The Brute Force 750 4x4i ATV received a comprehensive round of upgrades for the 2012 model year, with significant new features like a more-powerful V-twin engine, new double-wishbone front suspension, six-spoke cast alloy wheels, new bodywork featuring wide-stance styling cues. Like always, dual-range four-wheel drive and a highly maneuverable chassis provide amazing traction, handling and utility. Read the full article »


February 9, 2011

1955 Vincent Black Prince with 721,703 miles for sale

A very rare, 1955 Vincent Black Prince is up for auction at Bonham’s on April 24 at the Stafford Show. The slightly modified bike is owned from new by Stuart Jenkinson. The Black Prince features modified fairing, disc brakes, updated frame and new fuel tank. The Vincent has been to Croatia, Bosnia, Albania, Macedonia, Czechoslovakia, Montenegro, France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Norway, Finland, Sweden, Hungary and Greece. Read the full article »


February 9, 2011

Kimi Räikkönen teams up with Kawasaki

Ex-Formula 1 driver Kimi Räikkönen has founded a Motocross team to challenge in both the MX1 and MX2 classes of the FIM MX World Championship. Next season the new ICE1RACING motocross team of Kimi Räikkönen will go after World Championship points. Kari Tiainen, the seven-time World Champion in Enduro, will be the team manager of the two young riders towards the Grand Prix title. Read the full article »