The TT Zero race is in its third year and the clean emissions motorcycle race made a huge success so it’s no surprise that the Isle of Man Government’s Department of Economic Development has confirmed that the ground-breaking race will again take place on the Isle of Man in 2011. Allan Bell MHK, Minister, Department of Economic Development, commented: “Running the electric bike race as part of the TT Races has given us an excellent platform to demonstrate the Isle of Man’s clean tech capabilities." Read the full article »

The American arm of Kawasaki has announced it is placing a technical hold on the 2011 Ninja ZX-10R sportbike. According to the manufacturer, there will be two actions initiated through the Kawasaki dealer network. “The company is proactively addressing a remedy which reflects Kawasaki’s commitment to excellence and its relationship with its highly valued customers and dealer network” says the company’s statement. Read the full article »

According to MotoGP.com, the American media star is to launch her own MotoGP team. Hilton will join forces with the BQR set-up with riders Sergio Gadea and Maverick Viñales. Called SuperMartxe VIP by Paris Hilton, the team will compete in the 125cc class in 2011. Paris Hilton will be present at Hotel ME in Madrid this Saturday (December 18th) for the official presentation of the SuperMartxé VIP by Paris Hilton team. Read the full article »

The Aprilia maxi supermoto adds further technical elements to meet the needs of more experienced riders. The bike got even lighter and better equipped, and the Factory is now available as a new version with ABS. The new 750 Dorsoduro Factory is powered by the latest generation of the Aprilia 90° V twin-cylinder engine that, thanks to the advanced electronic control, boosts top performance similar to that of higher displacement engines. Read the full article »

The AMA has chosen Schwarzenegger as its Motorcyclist of the Year because he signed California Senate Bill 435, which brings EPA noise enforcement standards to the Golden State. With this law, California will require “every new motorcycle or aftermarket exhaust system built starting in 2013 to carry a stamp on the exhaust certifying that it meets federal Environmental Protection Agency sound requirements.” Read the full article »

The annual „Golden Helmet” award was held in Bologna last night and this year Max Biaggi, winner of the 2010 World Superbike Championship, collected Motosprint’s award. “It’s nice to win the gold helmet, but the top riders have a very specific meaning, which fills me with pride. It was nice to win again. It’s been a long time. L ‘ last time was in 1998 “. Other winners were: Toni Cairoli (MX World Champion), Toni Elias (Moto2 World Champion). Read the full article »

The 2011 version of Fuoco 500 ie has brand new matt-grey colored graphics which enhances its original and aggressive look. The new steel grey color of the front tube trellis frame structure, with inserts in metal mesh, highlights the aggressive design of the front end, a distinctive sign of Gilera's 3-wheeled vehicle, with a chromatic choice also used at the rear end, on the passenger grab handles. Fuoco's racing soul is also highlighted by the bright red details of the brand new graphics, the red wheel rim edges and the red relief stitching on the saddle. Read the full article »

For 2011, Italian brand Gilera has created a special edition version of its popular scooter, the Runner 50. This special series uses matt-finish black to enhance the fierce personality of the scooter and the same colour is used on other features such as the wheel rims and the passenger grab handles, whilst gold coloured finishes lend the scooter a supersport look: it has golden streamer graphics that decorate the saddle and fairing, the words Gilera and Runner in gold on the side panels, and gold coloured wheel rim borders. Read the full article »

After nearly a decade of history and success, Piaggio Beverly got a full revamp in style and technology earlier this year. The new Beverly boasts a stylish, unique look and offers safety and performance levels in line with the reputation of the scooter that has dominated the market during the first decade of the millennium. Available in the 125 and 300 cc engine capacity versions, the Beverly stands out for its top-of-the-class equipment and finish. Read the full article »

Large motorcycle manufacturers usually stop at eight cylinder, but some riders want more power and more agressive sound that a 1800-2000cc six-cylinder can offer. They usually build a V8-powered custom bike for themselves. But V12? A German guy had a dream and then built this beauty, which is just absurd. The custom machine is powered by a 6000cc V12 Aston Martin engine, which delivers 470hp. The bike weighs 700kg, while top speed exceeds 400km/h. And that sound… Read the full article »