2011 April - Motorcycle News - Page 2

April 22, 2011

Video: Chris Pfeiffer explains motorbike stunt tricks. Surfer.

Part three: Surfer. This little series is about streetbike freestyle tricks. Did you ever ask yourself how this tricks can be done? We asked the four time stunt riding world champion Chris Pfeiffer and he explained it. This series is for information only, so please don't try this at home... Read the full article »


April 21, 2011

New look for the 2011 Scarabeo 50 YourZ

A new look for the classic icon of the Scarabeo family. A youthful, cheeky new style for the Scarabeo 50: introducing the YourZ. Scarabeo 50 YourZ is created for younger users, which exploits the hallmark minimal, pure design of the Scarabeo to offer a wide choice of possibilities for personalising the scooter. In its standard matte black colour scheme, the Scarabeo 50 YourZ adapts to any look and style: the stickers, available together with the vehicle, let every single user tag their Scarabeo to make it unique. Read the full article »


April 21, 2011

Experience the Diavel and the Multistrada 1200 on the 2011 Ducati Experience Tour

2011 is a very special year for Italian manufacturer Ducati. The brand introduced two important modelslast year - the Diavel and the Multistrada 1200. That’s why the North American arm of Ducati announced today a tour that offer all motorcyclists the chance to experience the two exciting models. The Diavel is a naked cruiser, while the Multistrada 1200 offers four different riding modes: Sport, Touring, Urban and Enduro. Read the full article »


April 21, 2011

Harley-Davidson 2011 Q1 sales up 11%, earnings up 350%

Harley-Davidson, Inc. generated increased earnings and worldwide dealer new motorcycle sales grew for the first quarter of 2011. The company reported first quarter income from continuing operations of $119.3 million, or $0.51 per share, compared to income from continuing operations of $68.7 million, or $0.29 per share in the year-ago period. Worldwide retail sales of new Harley-Davidson motorcycles grew 3.5 percent in the first quarter, compared to last year’s first quarter. Read the full article »


April 21, 2011

Marc Coma and Ronnie Renner in the desert on a KTM 450 Rally

Just days after his fifth triumph at the Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge, Marc Coma demonstrated that he has brilliant control of his KTM 450 Rally not only while racing at speeds of up to 170 km/h. Under the watchful eye of Freestyle Motocross athlete Ronnie Renner (USA), Coma made a daring 15-meter long and 6-meter high jump on his 140-kg Rally bike in the eternal desert between Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Read the full article »


April 20, 2011

Volkswagen unveils electric scooter in Shanghai

German manufacturer Volkswagen surprised media at the Shanghai Motor Show by revealing an electric scooter. The E-Scooter is a lightweight electric two-wheeler that tips the scales at 44 pounds without its nickel-metal hybride battery. Power is provided by a 350-watt motor. The small 110-Volt battery endows the scooter with a modest 25 mile range and 30 mph of top speed. Read the full article »


April 20, 2011

Bespoke Harley-Davidson ‘Unorthodox’ By Warr’s Of London

London based custom Harley-Davidson designer Charlie Stockwell of Warr's Harley-Davidson,Europe's oldest Harley dealership, introduces his latest creation 'Unorthodox'. It's a striking distance from the designs we areused to from Stockwell and Warr's H-D. Best known for his award winning andtrend setting vintage designs, no-one was expecting such a bike to be wheeledout of the Warr's workshop on the King's Road in the heart of Chelsea. Read the full article »


April 20, 2011

Polaris acquires Indian Motorcycle

Polaris Industries today announced the acquisition of Indian Motorcycle. The business was acquired from Indian Motorcycle Limited, a company advised by Stellican Limited and Novator Partners LLP, U.K. Private Equity firms. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. “We are excited to be part of the revitalization of a quintessentially American brand,” said Scott Wine, CEO of Polaris Industries Inc. Read the full article »


April 19, 2011

2011 Aprilia Scarabeo 125/200

The 2011 Scarabeo 125 and 200 scooters have finally arrived. The bikes feature new electronic injection engines, new graphics and upgraded on-board computer. The Italian manufacturer refined the design, while the footrest is flat so the load capacity is increased. The windshield fastened to the steering head deflects the air flow beyond the rider, guaranteeing turbulence-free travel. Read the full article »


April 19, 2011

2011 Vespa PX official video: the PX is back in all its glory

PX, the Vespa in its most original form, once again takes its place of timeless legend. Forming the link between the history of the world's most famous scooter and its future, the Vespa PX is back with a choice of its most classic engine sizes. Incomparable style, an engine which respects the most severe emissions standards and the classic four gear transmission make Vespa PX unmistakable and unique. Read the full article »