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Wednesday, June 30, 2010
2010 Ducati Multistrada 1200S
Finally unveiled, world preview of the new and eagerly anticipated Multistrada 1200.Also new for 2010: new “Corse” livery for the 1198, two new Hypermotard 1000evo models and technical advances in the Monster family.As is tradition prior to the opening of the EICMA show, Ducati has officially revealed the innovations of its 2010 product range.Dream bikes, the fruit of Italian ingenuity and
Suzuki Boulevard C109R/RT
In their attempt to create the absolute modern cruiser, Suzuki engineers have taken the power plant from the M109R and retuned the camshafts for more low-end and mid-range torque over horsepower and so deliver a classic piece of machinery, not only in style, but in attitude as well. The 1783 cc, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 54-degree V-Twin sets the Boulevards C109R and C109RT up against the best in the
MV Agusta Brutale 1090RR Kit
MV Agusta announced today a new "track only" Cannonball Kit for the Brutale 1090RR. With the new package, MV Agusta wants increasing the performance, making the bike even lighter and fully exploiting its technology.The new Cannonball Kit includes a modified Engine Control Unit, cylinder head, camshafts, valves and exhaust system, which is manufactured completely from titanium and is completed by
2010 Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius
Destined to those who just approach riding, the new Gladius not only impresses through the way it looks, but with the help of a low seat (only 30.9 inches from the ground) and a fuel-injected, twin plug head engine, which is tuned for low-to-mid range torque.Production costs were kept as low as possible and that implies a little bit of sacrifice on the weight chapter. For example, the trellis
Online casino entertainment for a biker
This may be a suitable entertainment for bikers, that online casino because playing in an online casino is very fun.When you have started playing the game, there is a tendency for you to spend any money you have in just one sitting. In this situation, a player must be able to know the term 'manage' all started playing at online casino sites. We must learn how to manage their money when involved
Monday, June 28, 2010
Isle of Man TT 2010 Goes To Electric Zero MotoCzysz
The annual Isle of Man TT races can certainly be described as electric. Manufacturers and riders view the 37.7 miles of narrow twisting road as a proving ground for engineering and skill.
But there is now another electric element to the races. Starting last year, the event introduced a zero-emissions race. At the moment, zero emissions means electric.
Last year’s winner was the British-Indian team Agni, with an average speed of 84 mph and a top speed of 102 mph. With conventional bikes, an average of 100 mph is considered the benchmark of indisputable proficiency. The fastest lap ever recorded by any bike was set this year by John McGuinness at 131.578 mph.
MotoCzysz (pronunced Moto-sizz) sported proprietary batteries, hand-built by a company that also supplies NASA, and an oil-cooled electric engine. The bike won the zero-emissions race with a lap speed of 96.820 mph and a top speed of 135 mph.
We could well see the zero-emissions race turn in times that rival standard races within a few years. And like all such races, this is a proving ground for the technologies and designs that will eventually make their way to the average consumer.
MotoCzysz holds several patents on this advanced electrical technology, and rumor has it the company is in talks with manufacturers, including Indian automobile giant Bajal.
Truly, the electric motorcycles at the TT races are giving us performances that can be described as, well, electric.
— Isle of Man TT 2010 by Guy Wheatley, the author of TEXARKANA GAZETTE.COM - a source for motorcycles and bike riding in Texarkana.
Highlights of the 2009 Isle of Man TT & 2010 Isle of Man TT
Following the success of the inaugural clean emissions motorcycle race on the Isle of Man in 2009, the Isle of Man Government Department of Tourism and Leisure became the official promoters of Zero TT 2010 on the TT Mountain Course, as part of the 2010 TT Race program.
As well as the usual prize money available to teams and riders, the Isle of Man Government created a £10,000 prize fund for the first TT Zero Race team to record a 100mph lap (160.93kph) around the 37 and 3/4 mile course. This landmark was achieved for the first time by a conventional bike in 1957, when Scotsman Bob McIntyre lapped the TT Course in 22 minutes 24.4 seconds for an overall average of 101.03mph. Rob Barber and Team Agni recorded a fastest lap time of 25 minutes 53.5 seconds (87.434mph) in the 2009 clean emissions race.
TT Zero 2010 - The Zero TT clean emissions race on June 9th was an integral part of this year's Isle of Man Time Trials, with the Isle of Man Government offering a £10,000 prize to the first team to record a 100 mph lap. Isle of Man TT racing was established in 1904.
There was no one to challenge John McGuinness as the HM Plant Honda rider dominated all six laps to take the 2010 Isle of Man TT win, setting a new outright lap record and a new race record.
McGuinness is now a 15-time TT winner, with three 130mph+ laps on his way to victory – including a new outright lap record of 130.442mph on lap two, despite slowing down to pit.
The clean emissions race in 2009 was widely credited with accelerating the development of clean emissions transport and many of the technical innovations that were introduced in the Isle of Man are expected to become an integral part of future mass market transport. The event was conceived with the support and involvement of numerous Departments of the Isle of Man Government as part of the Island’s Freedom to Flourish program.
The 2010 clean emissions race on the Isle of Man was renamed ‘TT Zero’ and has become part of the core TT programme, featuring riders from all race classes. The one lap race was open to clean emission motorcycles at 4:30pm on Wednesday June 9th, following the Royal London 360 Superstock and Supersport Races. Qualifying was on Saturday June 5th and Monday June 7th.
Hon Martyn Quayle, MHK, Minister for Tourism and Leisure, Isle of Man Government, released this statement :“We are delighted that the Isle of Man was the first country to run an electric bike race and the fact that there are now events scheduled around the world is a tribute to the Island’s entrepreneurial, innovative spirit and shows what an achievement it was for the Isle of Man to run the groundbreaking inaugural event. We are now building on this fantastic start by properly integrating the clean emissions class into the race program - this really does send a clear signal that electric motorsport is fast evolving and that the TT Races remain at the forefront of motorcycle sport.”
The next Isle of Man TTs are May 28 to June 10, 2012.
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Saturday, June 26, 2010
Laconia 2010: Biker Chicz TV Trailer
The East Coast Biker Chicks (ECBC) filmed at Laconia Motorcycle Week and will continue to film in New England this summer. More than 130 women riders from Maine to Vermont, and the greater Boston area belong to ECBC, said club founder Lucky Belcamino. The 1st episode was shot in Boston and on the road to the 2010 Laconia Motorcycle Rally.
Biker Chicz TV will debut worldwide in the fall of 2010. Produced by Blockhead City Entertainment and created by biker author Edward Winterhalder, "Biker Chicz" is a docu-reality TV series featuring the colorful, entertaining and engaging women who are members of an all-female motorcycle club known as the "East Coast Biker Chicks" (ECBC).
Their 47 second trailer was shot in Metro Boston and on the road to Laconia.
Laconia is known as "The Riding Rally" because everyone rides, every day of the rally, and there are so many wide, curvy mountain roadways.
There are more registered motorcycles per capita in New Hampshire than any other state in the USA and nearby, Loudon is the home of motorcycle racing. There was a lot going on at the 87th Annual Laconia -- the oldest motorcycle rally in the country.
Biker Chicz TV will focus on the positive aspects of the Harley-Davidson biker culture and the everyday lives of the East Coast Biker Chicks, based in Metro Boston. The empowered women riders are from all walks of life: a social worker, a scientist, a stock broker, a mortgage broker, a chiropractor and others who are in many ways average everyday typical American women. The members of the club are bound together by their independence, love of motorcycles and the open road, and the camaraderie and fellowship which the ECBC provides.
In the series, we will see the women at home with their families, at work with their colleagues and socializing at motorcycle events, charity functions and club meetings. They will also be featured on various motorcycle rides around New England and in the communities in which they live.
For details, visit their new website: BikerChiczTV.com
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Greatest Biker Radio Interviews
I am listening to some really great interviews on BikerRadioMagazine.com. You can listen to the latest radio show on their site. You can also subscribe to the RSS feed and download some of their best interviews, so that you can listen to them when you're working in the shop or chillin' in the den. The downloads are FREE and high quality... MP3s (so give them a few minutes to download to your media player.)
Here are links to some of their best:
July 9th, 2010
This week on Biker Radio Magazine.... Part II of our interview with Marc Mazerolle as he preps a couple of students for a bike build in Sturgis, Lock Baker of Eastern Fabrications joins us, as does Rick Fairless and Bean're. Biker Radio Magazine for Friday, July 9, 2010. 7_9_10.mp3
June 25th, 2010
This week on Biker Radio Magazine, Kevin Baas talks about teaching kids to build bikes, Dan Lawson of the Dan Lawson Band talks about the Service and playing for well known artists before we knew them, Jeff from Bars4Bikers.com talks about... well, Bars and Jack McIntyre takes pictures of bikes and women. For a living. That's Biker Radio Magazine for June 26, 2010.6_25_10.mp3
June 18th, 2010
This is Biker Radio Magazine for June 18, 2010. This week... Chris Croft, Jeff Starke from the "International Master Bike Builder's Association, Belt Drive Betty and some non-scientific noise testing on motorcycle exhaust systems at bike night. Sorry about the wind noise during that segment but there wasn't much we could do about it. You'll get the idea all the same. 6_18_10.mp3
June 11th, 2010
This week, The Canadian Biker Build Off, The Biker Coffee Company, Cindy Rutherford from Century Cycle in California and Irish Rich all join us as we look at Build Off's, refreshments, Father's Day and just building customs... PLUS a top 10 list! 6_11_10.mp3
Here are links to some of their best:
July 9th, 2010
This week on Biker Radio Magazine.... Part II of our interview with Marc Mazerolle as he preps a couple of students for a bike build in Sturgis, Lock Baker of Eastern Fabrications joins us, as does Rick Fairless and Bean're. Biker Radio Magazine for Friday, July 9, 2010. 7_9_10.mp3
June 25th, 2010
This week on Biker Radio Magazine, Kevin Baas talks about teaching kids to build bikes, Dan Lawson of the Dan Lawson Band talks about the Service and playing for well known artists before we knew them, Jeff from Bars4Bikers.com talks about... well, Bars and Jack McIntyre takes pictures of bikes and women. For a living. That's Biker Radio Magazine for June 26, 2010.6_25_10.mp3
June 18th, 2010
This is Biker Radio Magazine for June 18, 2010. This week... Chris Croft, Jeff Starke from the "International Master Bike Builder's Association, Belt Drive Betty and some non-scientific noise testing on motorcycle exhaust systems at bike night. Sorry about the wind noise during that segment but there wasn't much we could do about it. You'll get the idea all the same. 6_18_10.mp3
June 11th, 2010
This week, The Canadian Biker Build Off, The Biker Coffee Company, Cindy Rutherford from Century Cycle in California and Irish Rich all join us as we look at Build Off's, refreshments, Father's Day and just building customs... PLUS a top 10 list! 6_11_10.mp3
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Friday, June 25, 2010
Motorcycle Pictures of the Week - Cheryl
Here are my Pictures of the Week as displayed on the Motorcycle Views Website. These are taken from the Moto Pic Gallery. See Cheryl's grandfather, Edwin Wright, with his 1930s bike of unknown make and model. Do you recognize the bike? We need more pictures of men and women with their motorcycles. Get your picture in. For details, see Motorcycle Pictures of the Week.
If you'd like to see your bike as Picture of the Week, submit a picture of you and your bike along with a description of the bike.
Thursday, June 24, 2010
( 2010 ) NEW HONDA VT750S
( 2010 ) NEW HONDA VT750S
The British analysis of Honda appear today that the New Honda VT750S naked bike is now accessible for purchasing at the company’s motorcycle dealerships beyond the country. Sporting a brownish blah finish,the VT750S is advised to be a acceptable best for riders attractive for added abundance and easier handling. Suitable for motorcyclists of all levels of experience, the VT750S is powered by a liquid-cooled, V-twin of 745cc boasting a PGM-FI fuel-injection system.
In Honda’s opinion, “performance is impressive, with the motor advised to accord optimum achievement in the low to mid-section of the rev-range – aloof area you charge it out on the road.”
The anatomy uses a strong, animate bifold cradle design, while the all-embracing anatomy is ablaze and compact. Rounding off the attending are the 19-inch avant-garde and 16-inch/150mm rear wheels. The appearance is aggressive by the Sportster band of American and the apparatus is ultra reliable and tested, based on 52 ° V-twin with a 3-valve SOHC active and 745 cc displacement, the aforementioned as added Honda 750 custom from which it differs mainly for the final drive, alternation instead of drive shaft.
The bench is placed at 737 mm from the arena and active aspect is added “active” than that ultra adequate models Shadow and Black Spirit , this is not too avant-garde through the pegs and handlebars at the about-face comfortably. The spoked auto are 19 inch avant-garde and 16 inch rear tires 100/90-19 and 150/80-16. The brakes accommodate a avant-garde disc 296 mm dual-piston caliper and rear boom of 180 mm. The blush accessible is alone one: ‘Heavy Gray Metallic’.
In Honda’s opinion, “performance is impressive, with the motor advised to accord optimum achievement in the low to mid-section of the rev-range – aloof area you charge it out on the road.”
The anatomy uses a strong, animate bifold cradle design, while the all-embracing anatomy is ablaze and compact. Rounding off the attending are the 19-inch avant-garde and 16-inch/150mm rear wheels. The appearance is aggressive by the Sportster band of American and the apparatus is ultra reliable and tested, based on 52 ° V-twin with a 3-valve SOHC active and 745 cc displacement, the aforementioned as added Honda 750 custom from which it differs mainly for the final drive, alternation instead of drive shaft.
The bench is placed at 737 mm from the arena and active aspect is added “active” than that ultra adequate models Shadow and Black Spirit , this is not too avant-garde through the pegs and handlebars at the about-face comfortably. The spoked auto are 19 inch avant-garde and 16 inch rear tires 100/90-19 and 150/80-16. The brakes accommodate a avant-garde disc 296 mm dual-piston caliper and rear boom of 180 mm. The blush accessible is alone one: ‘Heavy Gray Metallic’.
( 2011 ) NEW KAWASAKI ZX-10R NINJA
NEW KAWASAKI ZX-10R NINJA
The New 2011 Kawasaki ZX-10R Ninja archetypal year. The calendar for the new superbike House Akashi are absolutely “ripe” because the activity aeon of the accepted archetypal ends, the canons actuality spent four years of break on the market.
Last summer, accepting “found” abstruse assets of a new agent “flat” (with accumbent butt bank) anchored by Kawasaki at the all-embracing apparent office, we affected the abstruse analysis of new horizons by Japanese engineers, the research, conceivably a college akin of drivability, as occurred in off-road by Husaberg Yamaha aboriginal and again with their latest distinct cylinder.
The little advice that can be accepted from the actual appear today assume to instead ascertain a absolutely new architecture but not too far from the archetypal blueprint of a 4-cylinder superbike. The anatomy of the cine breadth the bike after keels is set on the dyno you can see the anatomy is aluminum ambit bifold girder, the swing-arm differentiated breadth of generous, light-alloy auto with three spokes and a codon in appearance Kawasaki Z1000 ” (thin and not too accursed up).
The shock should be abundant absorbed with accelerating bond and positioned aloft the axial allotment of the beat arm, apparently to accomplish allowance for the bankrupt system, with pre-chamber amid beneath the axis aspect aquiver and low muffler on the appropriate side. As for the fork, it is about taken for accepted the intriduzione Showa BPF, as has already been done on the “sister” Kawasaki ZX-6R.
The account shows close curve and multifaceted, with the big aperture air assimilation amid centrally on the windshield to aerate the burden of aqueous intake. Extreme is additionally the adventure for bigger aerodynamics, with a plexiglass abundant inclined, and conceivably an breadth to “double layer” for the abandon of the fairing.
As for the abstruse abstracts is not accepted but acutely annihilation in our assessment it is believable to accomplish a accustomed declared 200 bhp timberline (without absolute air induction), in the deathwatch of aftermost trend launched by BMW with S1000RR, able of 193 hp, the best able superbike alternation currently marketed. Among the advantages of the new Ninja superbike will absolutely additionally a akin of awful avant-garde cyberbanking ascendancy of power, with assorted mapping and absorption control.
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
BMW Recalls 2005-2007 R1200GS Adventure Motorcycles for Fuel Tank Bolt Problem
BMW is recalling certain 2005 through 2007 R1200GS Adventure motorcycles manufactured from December 7, 2005 through September 26, 2007.
The fuel tank front attachment bolts can work loose allowing the bolts to come into contact with the fork leg if the handlebar is turned a significant amount.
The number of units affected has not been announced.
Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.
The fuel tank front attachment bolts can work loose allowing the bolts to come into contact with the fork leg if the handlebar is turned a significant amount.
The number of units affected has not been announced.
Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.
MV Agusta Recalls 2010 F4 for Air Cleaner Problem
MV Agusta Motor S.P.A. (MV Agusta) is recalling certain model year 2010 F4 motorcycles manufactured from February 10 through April 19, 2010.
These motorcycles are equipped with an air filter frame, P/N 8000B4061, which may lift out of position, allowing intake air to bypass the filter.
66 units are affected.
Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.
These motorcycles are equipped with an air filter frame, P/N 8000B4061, which may lift out of position, allowing intake air to bypass the filter.
66 units are affected.
Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.
Vespa S150 ie 2010 - Specifications
ENGINE TYPE Single cylinder, four-stroke catalytic LEADER (Low Emission Advanced Engine Range)CYLINDER CAPACITY 150ccBORE x STROKE 62.8 mm x 48.6 mmMAX POWER AT SHAFT 8.9 kw at 8,000 rpmMAX TORQUE 11.5 Nm at 6,500 rpmMAX SPEED 59 mph (95 km/h)FUEL / TANK CAPACITY Unleaded 2.3 gallons (8.6 litres) GAS MILEAGE 70-75 mpgDISTRIBUTION Cam head single shaft-SOHC (2 valves)COOLING SYSTEM Ram air with
Honda CBX 250
Honda is coming up with 250cc motorcycle in India. As per sources Honda has already completed the R&D work and the bike is going to be launched after couple of months probably at the Diwali session. Currently the 250cc bike segment is being ruled by the only bike available- Kawasaki Ninja 250R which was launched recently and it seems like HMSI is not in a mood to miss the opportunity to give
Bajaj Pulsar 220 S
Finally Bajaj has launched its Pulsar 220 S the replica of Pulsar 200. The bike looks almost same as Pulsar 200, which was discontinued sometimes back, actually the heart of the bike is same as Pulsar 220 without fairing and the “S” refers to the “street” version of the Pulsar 220 series.The bike is being criticized by many bike enthusiasts for its looks, which has nothing new to relish, on the
Yamaha YZF 250- R4
Yamaha is going to surprise all of us by launching a 250cc bike on R1 platform at the upcoming Delhi Auto Expo if we believe the photograph. To our surprise the bike is called R4 with 250cc engine though ideally it should be R2 or R250 but in any case if it is true that Yamaha is ready to compete (and probably going to win) with Kawasaki in 250cc true sports class, then it really doesn’t matter
Buying new sunglasses for driving
In choosing sunglasses for driving lots of options. Choices must fit your face shape, you should not look odd. Above all these glasses protect your eyes from dust when traveling by motorcycle.To purchase glasses online I recommend to buy at www.zennioptical.com, because Zenni: the # 1 online eyeglasses store with the best service to customers. If you buy glasses in there make sure the best and No
BMW Recalls 2007-2009 K1200 and R1200 Series Motorcycles for Brake Line Problem
BMW is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2009 R1200 and K1200 series motorcycles manufactured from August 2006 through May 2009.
Due to the current routing of the front brake lines, it is possible that during riding, and therefore associated vibration, the brake lines could be under strain. If the vibration/strain is significant, the brake line could split and start to develop a leak.
15532 units are affected.
Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.
Due to the current routing of the front brake lines, it is possible that during riding, and therefore associated vibration, the brake lines could be under strain. If the vibration/strain is significant, the brake line could split and start to develop a leak.
15532 units are affected.
Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.
Monday, June 21, 2010
Sturgis - 22rd Rat's Hole Bike Show Moves to Buffalo Chip
It’s time for Sturgis and the 22nd Annual Rat's Hole Custom Bike Show.
"The Buffalo Chip is the new home of the Rat’s Hole for the next 6 years," said Ted Smith, owner and producer of the world famous bike show. "This will be the largest show in Sturgis and the Best of Show will receive his award on the main stage before Ozzy comes on stage in front of thousands of cheering fans."Fans from all over the world come out to share good times with Ted & Pam Smith and the Rat's Hole Gang.
"We will also have a Rat’s Hole Bar and you can pre buy a collector mug at 386.454.3496 and receive half price beer all week long at the Buffalo Chip," said Ted.
You can also get your Sturgis Mugs at the Rat's Hole eBAY Store.
The Rat's Hole Bar will be the only place serving draft beer. the mugs are double-insulated and hold draft beer equal to 3 cans... perfect to avoid consession lines at concerts. The mug will be picked up at the Rat's Hole Bar at Buffalo Chip and comes with the first "fill up."
Ozzy will cap off this year's music at The Buffalo Chip!
Immediately after the World Famous Rat's Hole Custom Bike Show, Ozzy Osbourne will take the stage to cap off this year's Biker Music Festival at the Legendary Buffalo Chip.
Ozzy Osbourne, the hipster of dark thoughts and dark music was lead vocalist for the British heavy metal band, Black Sabbath in the '70's before becoming a multi-platinum solo artist.
"The Buffalo Chip is offering more activities, more exhibits and shows than ever before," said Ted, who agreed to bring his big show to the Chip as soon as a large enough paved staging area became available.
The music lineup includes ZZ Top, Kid Rock, Motley Crue, The Doobie Brothers and The Scorpions.
You will also be able to see Michael Lichter’s 10th Annual Motorcycles as Art exhibit, entitled "Eternal Combustion - 30 in the Wind" that explores the explosion of interest and passion for custom motorcycles. The exhibit features the work of 30 custom builders.
To check out the music lineup and find special deals on camping for Sturgis Bike Week 2010, visit the buffaochip.com.
Sunday, June 20, 2010
2010 Ride To Work Day, Monday
Motorcycle Commuters Unite! Monday is "Ride To Work Day," which is celebrated every year on the 3rd Monday in June.
On Ride to Work Day, there are an estimated 150,000 additional Ride to Work Day commuting motorcycles and 150,000 less commuting car, light truck and SUV’s. This results in an estimated savings of 60,000 gallons of gasoline on Ride To Work Day -- annually this would reduce USA gasoline consumption by 15 million gallons.
NUMBER OF MOTORCYCLES COMMUTING
If you ride your bike to work on Monday, you will be joining 129,141,982 commuters in this country (USA, 2003,) who ride motorcycles to work regularly, according to the US Census Bureau -- 11% of all commuters.
More than 6.5 million motorcycles are registered in the USA and 4.3% of them are used as primary transportation, year-round, according to the Motorcycle Industry Council. Totally, almost 15% of all registered bikes are used as primary transportation to work on at least a seasonal basis -- That's a total 932,542 seasonal and year-round motorcycle commuters.
NUMBER OF MOTORCYCLES ON THE ROAD
The most current data from the US Department of Transportation (2003) reported 5.4 million motorcycles in regular use, each traveling an average 1,800 miles per year / 9,539,000,000 total annual miles.
TRAFFIC CONGESTION
The average roadway delay per person in 2001 was 26 hours per year and in 2003 that number had risen to 47 hours per year, an increase of 81%. The average commute time one way is 25 minutes - according to the Texas Transportation Institute.
JOURNEY TIMES
The average United States driver travels 29 miles per day, on average 55 minutes per day - according to the US Department of Transportation, Bureau of Transportation Statistics.
Tests comparing car and motorcycle performance on real journeys suggest that traveling by motorcycle can shorten journey times by as much as 33 minutes of every hour for town centre and city travel, and 20 minutes of every hour for travel through a mixture of built-up and non built-up areas. These are facts that are measured by the Motorcycle Industry Association (UK.)
POTENTIAL AGGREGATE BENEFIT
Motorcycles cover 1-2% of the total distance traveled by road, and cars cover 86%. If 2% of car commuters switched to motorcycles or scooters, the current level of motorcycle utility use would effectively double. Motorcycle Industry Association (UK)
This would also result in an annual household savings of more than $7,000 per year, per vehicle when comparing the costs of motorcycle transportation and auto transportation -- $3,665 for vehicle purchases, $1,235 for gas and oil and $2,471 for insurance and misc. US Department of Labor Statistics, 2002 Consumer Expenditure Survey.
PARKING SPACES
3 - 5 motorcycles fit per automobile parking space. RideToWork.Org/
On Ride to Work Day, there are an estimated 150,000 additional Ride to Work Day commuting motorcycles and 150,000 less commuting car, light truck and SUV’s. This results in an estimated savings of 60,000 gallons of gasoline on Ride To Work Day -- annually this would reduce USA gasoline consumption by 15 million gallons.
NUMBER OF MOTORCYCLES COMMUTING
If you ride your bike to work on Monday, you will be joining 129,141,982 commuters in this country (USA, 2003,) who ride motorcycles to work regularly, according to the US Census Bureau -- 11% of all commuters.
More than 6.5 million motorcycles are registered in the USA and 4.3% of them are used as primary transportation, year-round, according to the Motorcycle Industry Council. Totally, almost 15% of all registered bikes are used as primary transportation to work on at least a seasonal basis -- That's a total 932,542 seasonal and year-round motorcycle commuters.
NUMBER OF MOTORCYCLES ON THE ROAD
The most current data from the US Department of Transportation (2003) reported 5.4 million motorcycles in regular use, each traveling an average 1,800 miles per year / 9,539,000,000 total annual miles.
TRAFFIC CONGESTION
The average roadway delay per person in 2001 was 26 hours per year and in 2003 that number had risen to 47 hours per year, an increase of 81%. The average commute time one way is 25 minutes - according to the Texas Transportation Institute.
JOURNEY TIMES
The average United States driver travels 29 miles per day, on average 55 minutes per day - according to the US Department of Transportation, Bureau of Transportation Statistics.
Tests comparing car and motorcycle performance on real journeys suggest that traveling by motorcycle can shorten journey times by as much as 33 minutes of every hour for town centre and city travel, and 20 minutes of every hour for travel through a mixture of built-up and non built-up areas. These are facts that are measured by the Motorcycle Industry Association (UK.)
POTENTIAL AGGREGATE BENEFIT
Motorcycles cover 1-2% of the total distance traveled by road, and cars cover 86%. If 2% of car commuters switched to motorcycles or scooters, the current level of motorcycle utility use would effectively double. Motorcycle Industry Association (UK)
This would also result in an annual household savings of more than $7,000 per year, per vehicle when comparing the costs of motorcycle transportation and auto transportation -- $3,665 for vehicle purchases, $1,235 for gas and oil and $2,471 for insurance and misc. US Department of Labor Statistics, 2002 Consumer Expenditure Survey.
PARKING SPACES
3 - 5 motorcycles fit per automobile parking space. RideToWork.Org/
Saturday, June 19, 2010
Triumph Boneville
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The Triumph Bonneville T100.
Bonneville T100 - Quite simply
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The Triumph Bonneville T100.
Bonneville T100 - Quite simply
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Triumph Motorcycles Ltd. is the largest surviving British motorcycle manufacturer. When the Triumph Engineering Co Ltd went into receivership in 1983, John Bloor bought the name and manufacturing rights from the Official Receiver.The new company (initially Bonneville Coventry Ltd) continued Triumph's record of motorcycle production since 1902, making it the world's oldest surviving motorcycle manufacturer after Royal Enfield.
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Triumph Motorcycles Ltd. is the largest surviving British motorcycle manufacturer. When the Triumph Engineering Co Ltd went into receivership in 1983, John Bloor bought the name and manufacturing rights from the Official Receiver.The new company (initially Bonneville Coventry Ltd) continued Triumph's record of motorcycle production since 1902, making it the world's oldest surviving motorcycle manufacturer after Royal Enfield.
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I felt inspired the other day when I saw a young lady parking her Classic Motorcycle . Bonneville's only come in green, what the heck , why not, it's earned the right to be green. British Racing Green as the colour was affectionately known. Apparently they did come in other colours as the photo shows.
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I felt inspired the other day when I saw a young lady parking her Classic Motorcycle . Bonneville's only come in green, what the heck , why not, it's earned the right to be green. British Racing Green as the colour was affectionately known. Apparently they did come in other colours as the photo shows.
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