Rider Magazine reviewsthe 2010 Ducati Streetfighter S. Packed with cool photos and videos.
Thursday, August 27, 2009
2010 Ducati Streetfighter S- Rider MAG Review
Rider Magazine reviewsthe 2010 Ducati Streetfighter S. Packed with cool photos and videos.
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Ah, the good old days. gone but not forgotten!
Motorcycle Industry on Track for 12th Year of Consecutive Growth
Nov. 18, 2004 - According to Motorcycle Industry Council estimates, year-to-date motorcycle sales are up 4.4 percent through October 2004, marking the 12th consecutive year of growth for the United States motorcycle market.
Thanks to the continuing popularity of motorcycling, 24% more units have been sold in the last four years than in the entire preceding decade (1990-1999).
“Our industry’s 12-year growth cycle is nothing short of spectacular,” said MIC President Tim Buche. “Motorcycling today is more mainstream than ever - and the numbers prove it. The new MIC Owner Survey shows that since 1998, there has been a 34 percent increase in the number of motorcycles in use in the United States. Motorcycles are everywhere - in advertising, editorial layouts, movies, television - they’re an iconic representation of freedom and individualism in our American culture.”
In 2003, strong demand generated new unit motorcycle sales of more than 996,000 units, up from 936,000 in 2002. If the current growth rate continues, MIC estimates that new unit sales for motorcycles could top 1 million units by year-end 2004.
IT WON'T BE LONG BEFORE THESE DAY'S ARE BACK! SOME ECONOMIC SIGNS ARE SHOWING IMPROVEMENT
Nov. 18, 2004 - According to Motorcycle Industry Council estimates, year-to-date motorcycle sales are up 4.4 percent through October 2004, marking the 12th consecutive year of growth for the United States motorcycle market.
Thanks to the continuing popularity of motorcycling, 24% more units have been sold in the last four years than in the entire preceding decade (1990-1999).
“Our industry’s 12-year growth cycle is nothing short of spectacular,” said MIC President Tim Buche. “Motorcycling today is more mainstream than ever - and the numbers prove it. The new MIC Owner Survey shows that since 1998, there has been a 34 percent increase in the number of motorcycles in use in the United States. Motorcycles are everywhere - in advertising, editorial layouts, movies, television - they’re an iconic representation of freedom and individualism in our American culture.”
In 2003, strong demand generated new unit motorcycle sales of more than 996,000 units, up from 936,000 in 2002. If the current growth rate continues, MIC estimates that new unit sales for motorcycles could top 1 million units by year-end 2004.
IT WON'T BE LONG BEFORE THESE DAY'S ARE BACK! SOME ECONOMIC SIGNS ARE SHOWING IMPROVEMENT
Thursday, August 20, 2009
Suzuki Hayabusa
Introduced in 1999, the Suzuki Hayabusa is the fastest, most powerful production sportbike motorcycle available today. Named after a swift flying falcon, the original Hayabusa was capable of reaching a speed of almost 200 mph. It was designed to compete directly against the now defunct Honda CBR1100XX Blackbird and Kawasaki Ninja ZX-12 and now ZX-14 motorcycles.
Suzuki Hayabusa
Arriving on the scene in 1999, the Hayabusa (the Japanese name for the Peregrine Falcon), has become a flagship for Suzuki and created an entire subculture in the motorcycling community.
Currently in its second iteration the GSX13000R Hayabusa is one of Suzuki’s most successful sport motorcycle ever built. It received a makeover for the 2008 model year. Some of the updates include a larger 1340cc liquid-cooled Inline-Four cylinder engine, an updated fuel-injection system, slipper clutch, revised riding ergonomics and new streamlined bodywork.
Although top speed has been reduced and is now electronically limited to 186 miles per hour, the bigger engine allows the latest Hayabusa to accelerate under 10 seconds within a quarter mile. Other attributes include its high amount of stability and comfort at speed making the Hayabusa an ideal sport motorcycle for long road trips. It’s also extremely popular in the aftermarket world with many companies producing bolt-on performance and aesthetic components which allow for customization of the Hayabusa motorc
Introduced in 1999, the Suzuki Hayabusa is the fastest, most powerful production sportbike motorcycle available today. Named after a swift flying falcon, the original Hayabusa was capable of reaching a speed of almost 200 mph. It was designed to compete directly against the now defunct Honda CBR1100XX Blackbird and Kawasaki Ninja ZX-12 and now ZX-14 motorcycles.
Suzuki Hayabusa
Arriving on the scene in 1999, the Hayabusa (the Japanese name for the Peregrine Falcon), has become a flagship for Suzuki and created an entire subculture in the motorcycling community.
Currently in its second iteration the GSX13000R Hayabusa is one of Suzuki’s most successful sport motorcycle ever built. It received a makeover for the 2008 model year. Some of the updates include a larger 1340cc liquid-cooled Inline-Four cylinder engine, an updated fuel-injection system, slipper clutch, revised riding ergonomics and new streamlined bodywork.
Although top speed has been reduced and is now electronically limited to 186 miles per hour, the bigger engine allows the latest Hayabusa to accelerate under 10 seconds within a quarter mile. Other attributes include its high amount of stability and comfort at speed making the Hayabusa an ideal sport motorcycle for long road trips. It’s also extremely popular in the aftermarket world with many companies producing bolt-on performance and aesthetic components which allow for customization of the Hayabusa motorc
Thursday, August 6, 2009
MODERN ICON BRUCE ROSSMEYER DIES IN ACCIDENT
August 5th, 2009
A modern icon in the motorcycle world was laid to rest in Ormond Beach Florida yesterday with the funeral of Bruce Rossmeyer.
Taking place at Christ Presbyterian Church on Granada Boulevard an estimated 1,000 people attended the 11 am funeral, reportedly spilling out into the church aisles.
Further indications of the crowds size could be seen with the overspill parking lot bursting with motorcycles.
The accident that took Bruce Rossmeyer's life occurred as the largest Harley-Davidson dealership owner rode to the Sturgis motorcycle rally. He was on his way to meet the Hamsters motorcycle club in Thermopolis, Wyoming.
Reportedly, he and five other riders were headed east on Highway 28 in Sweetwater County when they were trailing a Ford pickup truck pulling a 2 axle camper style trailer.
The truck driver, Robert L. VanValkenburg, 73, of Rock Springs, Wy., slowed down and began making a left turn and Rossmeyer tried to pass him when they collided, the highway patrol said. Rossmeyer was not wearing a helmet and VanValkenburg's turn signals and brake lights were working at the time of the crash, the report said.
No other motorcycles were involved in the crash.
A modern icon in the motorcycle world was laid to rest in Ormond Beach Florida yesterday with the funeral of Bruce Rossmeyer.
Taking place at Christ Presbyterian Church on Granada Boulevard an estimated 1,000 people attended the 11 am funeral, reportedly spilling out into the church aisles.
Further indications of the crowds size could be seen with the overspill parking lot bursting with motorcycles.
The accident that took Bruce Rossmeyer's life occurred as the largest Harley-Davidson dealership owner rode to the Sturgis motorcycle rally. He was on his way to meet the Hamsters motorcycle club in Thermopolis, Wyoming.
Reportedly, he and five other riders were headed east on Highway 28 in Sweetwater County when they were trailing a Ford pickup truck pulling a 2 axle camper style trailer.
The truck driver, Robert L. VanValkenburg, 73, of Rock Springs, Wy., slowed down and began making a left turn and Rossmeyer tried to pass him when they collided, the highway patrol said. Rossmeyer was not wearing a helmet and VanValkenburg's turn signals and brake lights were working at the time of the crash, the report said.
No other motorcycles were involved in the crash.
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