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May 19, 2015

PGM V8: Aussie monster with 334 hp

It’s no secret that our friends down under have a deep love with the V8 engines. What our Australian friends have come up with now is a real monster on two wheels. It’s Australian built. It’s a V8. It’s called the PGM 2.0 liter V8. It costs about €160,000 ($180,000). And it’s one hell of a machine, a meticulously crafted, compact and outrageously powerful motorcycle for the most discerning of riders. Click through for more details. Read the full article »


May 19, 2015

2015 Harley-Davidson Street GX750 Review – Fierce muscle and attitude at a mild-mannered price

Established powerhouse Harley-Davidson takes aim at new riders looking to cruise the urban jungle in style with their new Street 750. It's got power and agility to spare, but can it compete with long-time rival Ducati’s revived Scrambler? Read the full article »


May 18, 2015

CurbNinja iOS App helps you find moto parking spots – video

Finding a parking spot for a motorcycle or a scooter is usually not that complicated: just find a space big enough for a two-wheeler and you’re done. However, if you’re traveling to a new area, it can become harder than that. A new iOS app called CurbNinja helps you find those spaces in cities like San Francisco, Las Vegas or San Jose. Read the full article »


May 18, 2015

Orlando Bloom’s BMW S 1000 R Custom presented – video

Everyone knows Orlando Bloom as a successful actor, but not everyone knows about his passion for motorbikes. As a long-standing fan of BMW motorcycles, Orlando Bloom owns and rides a number of BMW models, including old classics. He also has a custom S 1000 R built by Deus Ex Machina in California and revealed by the Bavarian manufacturer this morning. The bike is called the „4CYL”. Read the full article »


May 16, 2015

Blast from the past – 2015 Triumph Bonneville Review

With its retro style, the Bonneville looks like a blast from the past. However, despite the classic looks, Triumph made it as modern as possible without ruining the style. It’s brilliant for a days ride, it has bomb proof mechanical reliability, a torquey engine and old-school character. There’s life int he old Bonnie yet. Read the full article »


May 16, 2015

Royal Enfield buys UK’s Harris Performance

Indian motorcycle manufacturer has acquired the UK-based Harris Performance Products Ltd. The deal is very important to Enfield since the brand is planning a new entry into the 750cc middleweight segment. The new motorcycle will feature a 750cc parallel twin and will hit the dealers next year. According to press reports, another model is also in the works, this one has a 410cc single. British engineering, Indian pricing – we look forward to it. Read the full article »


May 15, 2015

First bike of Indian Motorcycles’ Special Scout Series is a custom military Scout – video

Indian Motorcycle has announced that it will roll out a series of custom Indian Scouts designed and built by some of America’s top custom bike builders, each designed to celebrate an important Indian Scout milestone or achievement since its debut in 1920. The first bike of the series is the Custom Military Scout, a tribute to the company’s nearly 100-year history of supporting the U.S. Military. Click through to watch the video of the bike with Indian brand ambassador Mark Wahlberg. Read the full article »


May 15, 2015

2015 Yamaha NMAX 125cc scooter promises 129 mpg – video

Yamaha have today announced the newest member of the manufacturer’s already remarkable scooter range. The 125cc NMAX is a new entry-level commuter that is powered by an A1-licence friendly, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled engine with over 100 mpg fuel economy. The stylish NMAX will hit the dealers in June and will be available with red, silver, white and black colour options. Prices will be announced shortly. Read the full article »


May 14, 2015

Zero Motorcycles expands European presence

Zero Motorcycles, the global leader in the electric motorcycle industry, announced today that its complete line is coming to Italy. Italy isn’t the first European country for Zero, the’ve already established a strong presence in Germany, Switzerland, Scandinavia and Netherlands. The first Italian partner of Zero will be E-move, an electric mobility retailer in the north of the country. Read the full article »


May 14, 2015

Victory Motorcycles officially enters TT Zero with an electric prototype – video

Victory Motorcycles has announced that they will enter a two-man team into this year’s Isle of Man TT Zero. The prototype electric race bikes will be piloted by William Dunlop of the legendary Dunlop dynasty and by Lee Johnston known in the racing world as “General Lee”. This is the first time that Victory Motorcycles enters an European motorcycle racing event. Read the full article »