2011 February - Motorcycle News - Page 6

February 4, 2011

2010 MV Agusta F4 1078 RR Edizione Finale revealed

The Italian manufacturer launched the second-generation of the F4 last year. But, this F4 is not the original F4, designed by Massimo Tamburini back in 1998. What you can see here, is the last batch of that original F4. The Edizione Finale is based on the 1078 RR 312. The 1078cc inline-four of the MV Agusta produces 191 hp and 91.4 lb/ft of torque, and if you’re brave enough, you can reach 194mph. Brembo monoblock calipers handle stopping duties. Read the full article »


February 3, 2011

Mbike iPhone app: Find the best motorcycle tours – now for free!

Want to find cool places to ride? Want to discover new roads? Want to share your favourite motorcycle tour with your friends? Download the Mbike iPhone application now for free! What you’ll find: a simple, easy-to-use app where you pick your starting point and destination and follow a bike friendly route. You can use somebody else’s tour as a guide (we have hundreds of motorcycle tours only in the U.S.), or you can draw your own tour at home on your desktop by uploading a GPS file. Read the full article »


February 3, 2011

Zero Motorcycles rides into Mexico

Zero Motorcycles, the global leader in the electric bike industry is expanding into Mexico. This further expansion of its sales and distribution operations comes with the addition of Dofesa Aventura in Mexico. The entire Zero product lineup is now available in the large country with demo rides for Zero S and DS available in the comming weeks. Additional models are expected to arrive later this year. Read the full article »


February 3, 2011

2011 Harley-Davidson 1200 Custom introduced

American manufacturer Harley-Davidson has just announced the introduction of a new bike to its 2011 line-up. A wide front end and chunky 16-inch tire give the new Harley-Davidson 1200 Custom a proud stance that's strong and contemporary. Introduced as a mid-year addition to the 2011 Harley-Davidson model line-up, the 1200 Custom also features new wheels, a pull-back handlebar, and a reshaped LED tail lamp. Read the full article »


February 2, 2011

Zero Motorcycles builds new factory

Zero Motorcycles has announced plans to open a new factory that will more than double the company’s current production capacity. The new manufacturing facility will be built alongside Zero Motorcycle’s corporate headquarters in Scotts Valley, California. The factory will boost Zero’s production space to 34,000 square feet and reflects an increase in demand around the world for electric motorcycles, the company says. Renovation work on the new plant is scheduled to begin soon. Read the full article »


February 1, 2011

Moto Guzzi V7 Classic new photos

Moto Guzzi released new photos of the V7 Classic. The new V7 Classic features chrome finish on the exhaust system, the shock absorbers, rear light cluster, front headlight and the comfortable handlebars. Just as on its predecessor, the wheels too are spoked and shod with high profile sports tyres while the instrument panel with its retro-style graphics houses two modern displays that provide information on operating and diagnostic parameters. Read the full article »


February 1, 2011

Honda VT1300 exhaust and air intake system by Cobra

Cobra Engineering announced the release of its new accessory line for Honda VT1300 Sabre, Stateline and Interstate models. The Speedster exhaust system increase horsepower while lowering the sound level. Besides, riders can purchase the PowrFlo Air Intake System which features unique design, aluminium cover, seals, backing plate and mounting hardware to make for an easy installation. Read the full article »


February 1, 2011

Two Moto Guzzi prototypes debut in Monte Carlo

A brand new white Moto Guzzi California and a Scrambler version of the V7 provided an exciting double surprise from Moto Guzzi at the Piaggio Group international dealer meeting in Monte Carlo on 27 and 28 January. The annual event for almost two thousand Piaggio Group dealers at the Grimaldi Forum in Monte Carlo ended with the unexpected preview of two prototypes offering a foretaste of the Eagle brand’s future product strategies. Read the full article »