2015 August - Motorcycle News - Page 4

August 5, 2015

Video: This is how the Yamaha YZF-R6 really sounds

Youtube artist Fresh Big Mouf’s newest project is really interesting. He created a song entirely out of the sounds of a Yamaha YZF-R6. Listening to the result, we have to say that the song is truly unique. He used the sounds of the revving engine, bumps on the tires, kickstarter, helmet and some other parts of the bike. The track is called „Can’t Feel My Face” and you can download it from here. Read the full article »


August 5, 2015

Custom BMW R NineT by JSK Custom Design

JSK Custom Design is a relatively new player on the custom bike market since it was only launched in 2010. The company was founded by Samuel Kao who wanted to chase his dreams after relocating from Taiwan. Looking at his newest creation, he’s on the right track. The custom R NineT was built around a single idea: to make a fun motorcycle for the streets and for the dirt roads. The name of the project is already telling: Project Chocolate Slider. Read the full article »


August 4, 2015

Video: Robbie Madison rides his KTM on water

For nearly two years Robbie has been focused on making surfing on his motorbike a reality. His efforts paid off in Tahiti, where he rode the world famous waves at Teahupoo and Papara. DC presents Robbie “Maddo” Maddison’s “Pipe Dream,” giving the world a chance to witness history being made as Maddo rides his dirt bike on the powerful and iconic waves of Tahiti. From his helmet to motocross boots, Maddo was dressed for FMX when he took his dirt bike into the unchartered saltwater terrain of the Pacific Ocean in French Polynesia. Read the full article »


August 4, 2015

Keep a low profile with OptiMate

OptiMate have introduced a range of low profile, 90 degree DIN plug adapters that fit neatly into surface-mounted power sockets, providing a safe and secure way to power devices and accessories on the move. Many modern motorcycles, including touring & adventure sport bikes from BMW, Victory and Triumph, have 12v power sockets located close to rider or passenger seats, where any traditional straight 180° DIN adapter/cable that is plugged in would be vulnerable to being pulled out or even damaged through snagging and catching. Read the full article »


August 3, 2015

Road-legal electric Victory Empulse TT revealed

Building on the innovative design and engineering that produced the fastest U.S. electric motorcycle at the 2015 Isle of Man TT Zero race, Victory Motorcycles has introduced the 2016 Empluse TT, the first all-electric addition to the Victory lineup. The Victory Empulse TT is a fully electric road-legal streetbike that is as capable of carving tight lines on twisting roads as it is powering the daily commute. Read the full article »


August 3, 2015

2016 Speedy Working Motors RS 650 R enters production

The first new model of Speedy Working Motors has just entered production. The RS 650 R is a stylish new enduro that features a Husqvarna/KTM engine. The engine is not particularly powerful but it’s dead reliable and the suspension is surprisingly good. The bike is built at Speedy Working Motors’ facility in Varese, Italy. Deliveries begin in Europe, but will quickly go global. The bike will retail for ca $7,000 USD and it should be available in the North America soon. Read the full article »