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April 9, 2011

2011 Derbi GPR 50 and GPR 125 Spec and Photos

Derbi GPR stands out among the small sports bikes thanks to its unique features. Now the new 125cc 4-stroke engine is accompanied by the renewed 50cc version, dedicated to the youngest fans whose first approach to the biking world is the search for a state-of-the-art object. After completing its of 125cc engine range, Derbi is now enhancing its selection of bikes driven by the most technologically advanced and competitive engines of smaller sizes. Read the full article »


April 8, 2011

New photos of the 2011 Aprilia RSV4 R APRC

Aprilia launched the RSV4 R APRC Special Edition last autumn, and now, we have more images of the bike. The Aprilia RSV4 R APRC's improvements are not limited to the electronic management system. The 65° V4 engine offers improved lubrication and closer spaced gears for better acceleration. The new, lighter exhaust features an advanced butterfly valve management system to suit the Ride By Wire mapping for improved breathing and efficiency throughout the RPM range. Read the full article »


April 7, 2011

2012 Ducati Monster 1100 Evo

Ducati North America unveiled the 2012 Monster 1100 Evo naked bike to the U.S. market. the 1100 Evo proudly rolls out with a new exhaust system, comfortenhanced ergonomics, Marzocchi front suspension and refined tail-end in addition to the new Ducati Safety Pack (DSP) of ABS brake system and new 4-level Ducati Traction Control (DTC). The Monster 1100 Evo also breaks new ground by being the first ever Monster equipped with DTC. Read the full article »


April 6, 2011

50 high-res images of the 2011 Triumph Daytona 675 R

According to the latest reviews, the 2011 Daytona 675 R is the Triumph of 2011. For an extra $1,496, you get Öhlins suspension parts, Brembo brakes and standard quick-shifter. It gets its power from a water-cooled 674cc in-line three-cylinder engine, that claims an output of 124 bhp at 12600 rpm and 53 lb.-ft. of peak torque at 11,700 rpm. Other circuit-spec highlights include comprehensive instruments that incorporate a lap timer, and carbon fiber parts – including hugger, silencer heat shield, front mudguard and fairing infill panels. Read the full article »


April 5, 2011

2011 Honda Crossrunner new pictures and price

Honda unveiled its new middleweitht adventure bike last November at EICMA. Now, we have more photos of the V4-powered machine which is fitted with a 782cc engine delivering 102hp and 54 lbs-ft of torque. According to Honda, the Crossrunner offers the flexibility and exciting attitude of a naked performance machine with the upright riding position and rugged appearance of an advanture bike. All in all, the bike looks smooth and refined. Read the full article »


April 4, 2011

MV Agusta F4 RR: most powerful F4 coming in late 2011

Giovanni Castiglioni, son of MV Agusta’s president Claudio Castiglioni has revealed in an interview with Fast Bikes Magazine, that MV Agusta is set to launch the most powerful F4 ever. „In late 2011, we will launch an extreme version of the F4, the RR. It will be the most powerful production bike on the market, with over 200bhp. And it’s fast, over 200mph fast,” says Castiglioni Jr. A missile that can take on the BMW S1000 RR and the Aprilia RSV4 R APRC on their own turf? Sounds good! Read the full article »


April 1, 2011

Hyosung ST7 and GV650: $700 and €500 discount

Two Hyosung models to the May 31 benefit from an interesting promotion. Thus, the Hyosung GV650 Aquila will have an official list price of 5,699 euros to 5,199 euros, or whatever it is, $500 discount. For its part, Hyosung ST7 receives no more and no less than 700 euros off, growing from a price of 6,399 euros to 5,699 euros. Both cruisers are powered by a liquid-cooled V-twin engine delivering 81hp, belt drive, triple disc brakes, and adjustable foot rests. Not bad, right? Read the full article »


April 1, 2011

CR&S DUU: expensive naked bike sold out

CR&S unveiled the DUU back in November 2009, and now they’re taking orders, although the firm proudly announced that the entire 2011 production of 130 units has been already sold. The DUU has a price tag of €19,000. The CR&S DUU is a unique model around the world’s motorcycle context. It was born in the CR&S workshop, the small Milanese factory which is known for the refinement and the exclusivity of its own creations. Read the full article »


March 31, 2011

CR&S VUN Tricolore: Happy Birthday Italia

Small Italian motorcycle manufacturer CR&S is celebrating the 150th anniversary of the unification of Italy with the special VUN Tricolore at the exhibition “The future’s in the hands”, part of the “Esperienza Italia” event. CR&S inaugurates the show with its first model, the VUN (which means ‘one’ in Milanese dialect), which has come to be known in Italy and the world as being synonymous with creativity and elegance in motorcycle building. Read the full article »


March 28, 2011

2012 Triumph Street Triple and Street Triple R to get new headlights

These are the first official pictures of Triumph’s 2012 model year Street Triple and Street Triple R. According to French website motocaradisiac, the machine will retain the same technical specifications of the 675cc engine and the chassis, and the only udates to the styling will be the new headlights and small cosmetic changes. In addition to that, the naked bike gets new colours. The bikes were unvealed at a new store in Paris. Read the full article »