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| 25 August, 2010 - Cleaning Your Motorcycle The Slick Way | Cleaning your motorcycle after a long ride, or going off-road is not easy. It takes time and lots of energy.
One product might just make your life a lot easier; Slick Offroad Wash. Not pressure hose, no scrubbing, no elbow grease. Just spray it on, wait, and wash off the dirt, mud, grime and bugs without worrying about your ball bearings and joints.
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| 27 July, 2010 - Raleri PCShade Universal Photochromic Visor | Two great visors for motorcycle helmets from Italian Raleri.
One, reasonably chap, is a photochromic visor that changes tint depending on the sun light. The other is an electronic one, that changes tint immediately, but is more expensive.
Both visors do not replace your own motorcycle helmet visor, but sit inside it. All most all helmet can be used.
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| 26 July, 2010 - iPhone: Best Motorcycle Roads In France | The guide to the best French motorcycle roads is now available on the iPhone as an app.
Some 100+ roads in France to ride your motorcycle on.
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| 20 July, 2010 - Night Vision On Your Motorcycle | Tag Heuer have developed special glasses that can be used at night. It's not real night vision, but it does make objects stand out more at night when riding your motorcycle.
It's been tested by the 24 Hours of Le Mans racers, both by the Peugeot cars and the Yamaha motorcycle racers.
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| 19 July, 2010 - Securing Your Motorcycle The Easy Way | Interesting motorcycle security device. Instead of bringing a big chain and lock with you to secure your motorcycle, this device fits over your handlebar grip^, and is closed with a combination lock.
It's impossible to ride away with your bike, though it can always be lifted onto a truck.
An added advantage is that you can't ride away forgetting to remove the lock...
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| 15 July, 2010 - No More Speed Radar Tickets! Here’s How | Radar speed tickets are going to be a thing of the past! Why?
Because a company in Israel has developed a special paint that makes airplanes and missiles invisible to radar. So if it works on airplanes with sophisticated military radar, it's going to be even simpler for motorcycles and police radars!
I wonder if they have the paint in Ducati red?
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| 15 June, 2010 - Strapping Your iPhone To Your Motorcycle | Nice iPhone attachment for motorcycles.
Called the 4lock, it's a cool design, rain proof, motorcycle handlebar attachment bracket and it's reasonably cheap, €35.
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| 20 May, 2010 - New German Motorcycle Manufacturer: Part 2 | The new German motorcycle manufacturer has been heard from. They have released a few more tidbits on their new motorcycle.
In summary, it's a green-field engine, i.e., developed from scratch, super efficient.
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| 19 May, 2010 - A New German Motorcycle Manufacturer Coming | Wow. It's not everyday that a new motorcycle manufacturer makes itself known.
In Germany, a new motorcycle manufacturer is starting to make noise. They've got a website, but they are not giving out any info, yet. They are planning to drip-feed info until their full launch next month.
Is it going to be a conventional motorcycle? An electric one? Wait and see...
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| 6 May, 2010 - Motorcycle Kickstand Fun | You know that sinking feeling you get when you see your heavy motorcycle tumble over because the kickstand was in gravel, dirt or hot asphalt? Yes, you can get one of those boring coasters, or you can get one of these fun ones...
Aerostich have Kickstand Kritters, in the form of a squirrel or frog... funny.
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| 14 April, 2010 - Latest Resurrection Of An Old Motorcycle Brand | The "old" Hungarian motorcycle brand, Pannonia, is being resurrected.
In the making since 2007, they have just released their first prototype, and are waiting for their permits before starting production of 55 units.
Will they make it?
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| 29 March, 2010 - Making Potholes Visible | Two Italian students have come up with a great idea for us to avoid potholes with our motorcycles.
They are testing a road surface that has a bright color beneath the surface. Once a pothole is created, the bright color becomes visible, allowing you to be alerted, and avoid the pothole.
Of course, it would be better to fill the potholes;..
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| 17 February, 2010 - Accessories: Real Tire Belt | Wearing motorcycle helmets, jackets or boots is soooo old fashion! Only has-been models and B-list actors wear them.
To be really in, you need to wear one of these tires as a belt!
Cool... though in truth, it's not a motorcycle tire, but a bicycle, but who can tell...
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| 12 February, 2010 - Tires: Chicken Strips Or Not? Is This Better? | Metzeler's new Sportec M5 tire for sports motorcycles has a lean indicator!
No more removal of chicken strips to show how deep you've gone into the curve with your motorcycle. Now the indicator will show the angle of attack...
You can't stop progress....
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| 22 January, 2010 - Motorcycle Air Conditioner To Be Released Shortly | Back in 2004 we wrote about a new motorcycle portable air conditioner unit coming to the market.
Well, it has reached the point for sales. EntroSys have released the BikeAir-1 unit, a portable Airco unit made specially for motorcycles. The unit will also provide you with hot air, in case you want to ride in cold climates.
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| 21 January, 2010 - iPhone: Greatest Roads for Motorcycles | Here's a (not free) application for your iPhone that will tell you where the great roads are that you can ride with your motorcycle.
You can find roads on a map, rate them and share them with your friends. You can also show people the roads you like to ride by creating your own.
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| 19 January, 2010 - India: Trailblazer, Special Motorcycle-Only GPS Launched | MapMyIndia have launched an interesting motorcycle-specific GPS (in India).
Apart from the normal functions of a modern technology GPS, it communicates with the rider via FM radio, not Bluetooth. That allows one GPS to provide navigation instruction to many motorcycle via FM. Interesting...
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| 18 January, 2010 - Park Your Motorcycle In A Safe, A Moto Safe | Parking your motorcycle or scooter in a city is always a hair raising affair, specially when you come back. Is the motorcycle still there, has it been damaged, are the mirrors still on it???
UK company Moto Safe have a motorcycle & scooter storage unit that's cool! It works like the left luggage lockers in airports and railroad stations. Insert coins, store your bike and gear, and off you go.
You can even buy one for home.... nice!
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| 24 November, 2009 - Snow Motorcycle Sled - Fun | A Google patent search reveals a nice new toy coming up for the long snowy winter months... a motorcycle style snow sled.
It's got handlebars, a fuel-style gas tank and your feet are positioned towards the front, cruiser style.
It looks like fun.... any ape hangers out there?
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| 23 October, 2009 - Ossa Motorcycles Lives Again! EICMA Unveiling | Spanish OSSA rises from the ashes like a real phoenix. A popular motorcycle manufacturer from 1924 to 1985, it died a quite death. Popular in trials and motocross, specially in the North American market, it was the reliability of the motorcycle that was its strong point.
Next month, at EICMA, OSSA will present itself again, with a new trial motorcycle, the TRI 280. Check out their cool website.
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| 21 October, 2009 - Yamaha Show Super-Tenere Motorcycle At Tokyo Show | Yamaha unveiled a concept motorcycle, called the Super-Tenere, at the Tokyo Motor Show today.
A 1200cc, dual purpose adventure motorcycle, shaft drive, linked brakes with ABS and lots of stuff you see on the BMW R1200GS, the bike it's trying to beat in the market.
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| 21 October, 2009 - Honda Unveil New CB1100 Motorcycle At Tokyo | Honda unveiled at the Tokyo Motor Show their new CB1100 motorcycle.
Continuing their long line tradition of the CB Series, the in-line DOHC engine, 18" wheels and optional ABS should appeal to a more mature audience.
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| 18 October, 2009 - Ducati New Multistrada Motorcycle | Ducati are rumored (but good rumored) to release their new dual purpose motorcycle as the Multistrada 1200.
4 different models are seen, the standard Multistrada 1200, the S version, the T version (with panniers and top case), and the T version with more off-road capabilities.
130 hp, lots of options, like ABS, etc...
November the 9th will see the truth...
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| 28 September, 2009 - Motorcycle Helmet Lock | A simple, but effective helmet lock.
Designed for bicycles, I think this should work for motorcycles.
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| 10 September, 2009 - Caravans And Motorcycles: Dethleffs’ Solution | Though this is "common" in North America, in Europe you don't see many caravans that are equipped to store a motorcycle.
German caravan manufacturer, Dethleffs, has introduced one recently. Nice...
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| 8 September, 2009 - Real Motorcycle Applications On Apple’s iPhone | Finally! We now have a third real, motorcycle specific, application on Apple's iPhone!!!
Called Biker Beacon, the application can be seen as a social networking for bikers, allowed you to see like-minded bikers in your area, post motorcycle club events, or just a bunch of biker friends calling for happy hour at the local watering hole.
Nice. The developers are waiting for Apple to approve the app...
We also list some of the other iPhone motorcycle applications..
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| 7 September, 2009 - Toshiba and Ducati Team Up: PC and VideoCam | Ducati have teamed up with Toshiba to release a new portable, and powerful, PC, and a video camera that looks small and easy to use.
No prices or availability are known (yet)...
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| 3 August, 2009 - Motorcycle Trailers And What To Do With Them Afterwards | Interesting idea if it weren't for the price tag. Having a trailer can be a blessing, but often you are faced with the dilemma on what to do with a trailer. They take up a lot of space in the garage.
Tow-N-Stow is a trailer, that when not in used you stand up, and use as storage.
Nifty...
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| 31 July, 2009 - Stilo VerbaVolant Motorcycle Helmet Bluetooth Communicator | Italian Stilo are famous for their car rally helmets and communication gear (World champ WRC Loeb uses it to talk to his navigator).
Stilo have released their new Bluetooth communicator for motorcycle helmets, the Stilo VerbaVolant.
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| 28 July, 2009 - Harley-Davidson iPhone Clock | Combining two of the big American icon, Harley-Davidson motorcycles and Apple's iPhone/iPod gives you a Harley shaped headlights that functions are radio/alarm/clock with either the music from your Apple gadget, or it plays the roar of a Harley motorcycle.
If that doesn't wake you up.. what will??
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| 28 July, 2009 - Radar Alerts On Your Smartphone | You can now get real-time speed radar alerts on your smartphone (like iPhone or Blackberry) for several European countries.
You'll be warned that you are approaching a fixed, mobile or red light camera on your motorcycle....
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| 1 July, 2009 - France: Dunlop Motorcycle Tire Puncture Insurance | Dunlop France are offering an interesting insurance for those that buy their Roadsmart motorcycle tires.
For 1€, you get a one year puncture insurance. Get a flat tire, Dunlop will come and either swap your tire for a new one, or come and tow you to a garage where they will swap your tire. All that within 1 hour. Service is available 24/7.
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| 18 June, 2009 - New Motorcycle Specific GPS - Easy, Simple Cheap | French electronics manufacturer, Danew, have released the motorcycle specific GPS, the E 135 Outdoor.
In sharp contrast with its more well know rivals, this one is not only simple and easy to use, but it's cheap! In fact, it's 2 to 3 times cheaper. In September, it will be going for some €279.
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| 11 June, 2009 - Personalize Your Motorcycle Garage Door | Tired of your boring motorcycle garage door? Everything inside depicts your personality, so why have a plain garage door.
Here's a website that offers you the chance to personalize your garage door. You can use their motifs, or you can make your own.
Nice!
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| 5 June, 2009 - AKE Release New Bluetooth Headset For Motorcycles | German motorcycle communication devices manufacturer AKE, have released their latest wireless headset, the Helmset 201.
Ultra thin, this Bluetooth 2.0 A2DP communicators slides into the neck-guard of your motorcycle helmet. It features full stereo and an extended operating range (typically 250 meters).
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| 9 April, 2009 - Pirelli’s New Motorcycle Sport-Touring Tire | Pirelli have a new advanced sports road tire for motorcycle.
Called the Angel ST, it changes it's thread drawing after you've ridden it for a while. Nice touch.
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| 25 March, 2009 - Givi Bring The Right Accessory For Children On Motorcycles | It's strange that this didn't exist before. Children on motorcycles can be very dangerous, since they don't perceive the same dangers on the motorcycle as we tend to do.
here's a new seat from Givi meant for children. Like it's car counterpart, it's strapped to the pillion seat, and firmly holds the toddler in place while you ride on your motorcycle. great idea.
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| 24 March, 2009 - Ideal Adventure Motorcycling Jacket | Here's a very interesting concept jacket that has its use for motorcycle riders who camp.
The jacket can be used as backpack, but at the end of the day, the lining stretches out and forms a one person tent.
Handy!
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| 2 March, 2009 - Fighting Parking Tickets The High Tech Way | What to do when you have one of those terrible parking tickets on your motorcycle? Especially when you were parked legally. It happens all the time!
One website not only offers to fight the ticket for you, but they offer a version that uses your iPhone's built-in camera.
A good fight, using technology.... I love it!
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| 20 February, 2009 - Luv Handles On Motorcycles | What can you hold on to when riding pillion on a motorcycle?
Rear handles? The rider's waist? The rider's shoulders? Here's a new way which is easy, the Luv Handles are two handlebar grips that are fastened on the riders belt in seconds. Easy does it... no embarrassing moments...
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| 13 January, 2009 - Steel Denim: Motorcycle Jeans | Many people don't like putting on their Power Ranger suites for small rides. Too much hassle. But if you go off wearing jeans, you can get nasty road rash.
Protective jeans are not new to the motorcycle world. There are more and more players in the market. Here's one of them: Steel Denim.
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| 13 January, 2009 - Arm Baggage For Motorcycles | Are we seeing a new term being coined? Arm Baggage?
French Bagster is launching a luggage item that is strapped to your arm or thighs.
Interesting concept...
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| 12 December, 2008 - Smart Speed Bumps - The Way Forward? | Everyone hates speed bumps, no matter what you're driving; motorcycles, cars, SUVs even trucks.
Even when riding at the correct speed, the speed bumps are a pain in the ass (literally).
But here's a new style speed bumps, and it's smart. Correct speed ? No speed bump!
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| 3 December, 2008 - Protecting Your Motorcycle Trailer | Protecting your motorcycle trailer from theft is not easy. Chains and padlocks are not enough.
Trailer Dog Security have several alarms, one of them even is solar powered.
How much is your trailer worth to you..
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| 26 November, 2008 - Sunglasses Made For Motorcycles | Italian eyewear designer, Bertoni, produce a wide variety of sunglasses made for different sports, including motorcycles.
Their website is well designed, and you can quickly find the right sunglasses for you, with or without prescriptions.
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| 25 November, 2008 - Givi Universal GPS Holder | Italian accessories manufacturer, Givi, have released an universal GPS holder.
The Givi S850 will take any portable GPS (for cars or PDA), and will fit most motorcycles.
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| 24 November, 2008 - Have Sports Motorcycle And Want To Carry Luggage? | Having a sports motorcycle does not mean you can not load cargo onto your bike and transport it.
Granted, it's not a BMW GS workhorse, but with this system, you can bring "stuff" on your sports motorcycle.
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| 12 November, 2008 - Overview: KTM 990 SMT Motorcycle | KTM introduced a new category to the motorcycle community at EICMA 2008; a Touring version of the SuperMoto motorcycle.
Based on their powerful 990 engine, the SuperMoto receives more long distance riding equipment.
Here's a closer look.
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| 11 November, 2008 - Overview: Moto Guzzi V7 Cafe Classic Motorcycle | Moto Guzzi keep churning out classic looking motorcycles. At EICMA 2008, no surprise, they released the latest variation for their popular twin, the V7 Cafe Classic.
A 70s look motorcycle, here are the specifications.
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| 11 November, 2008 - Overview: Vespa GTS 300 Super | Vespa, part of the Piaggio group, showed off their new big displacement scooter at the EICMA 2008 motorcycle exhibition.
It's the biggest engine Vespa have ever made.
Here's a closer look at the stylish scooter.
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| 11 November, 2008 - Overview: Derbi GPR 125 4T 4V Motorcycle | Derbi showed at the EICMA 2008 motorcycle exhibition at Milan, their new GPR 125 4T 4V.
The 125 is based on their 125 MotoGP worldchampionship winning motorcycle. Here's a closer look...
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| 10 November, 2008 - Overview: BMW F800R Motorcycle | BMW presented at EICMA 2008 the F800R naked motorcycle, part of their mid range motorcycles.
The naked roadster uses the popular BMW 800cc engine.
Here are the specifications and a closer look.
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| 7 November, 2008 - Ducati Unveil Watches With Binda | Ducati have partnered with Binda to produce high tech and stylish watches to suit their motorcycles and their riders.
Two models are proposed.
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| 31 October, 2008 - If It Is Good Enough For Navy Seals It Good For Bikers | Here's something that the US Navy Seals use that could very well be used by us motorcycle riders.
They are pants with 8 built-in tourniquet strings. Get hurt and bleeding? Pull the string and stop the blood flow.....
Medic, Medic....
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| 29 October, 2008 - Dragging Your Motorcycle Around In Your Camping Trailer | Ever want to go on holidays with a camping/trailer, but didn't because you couldn't take your motorcycle with you?
The Rolls Royce of trailers, Airstream, have a new model that will make your day. The Panamerica has an 11 foot garage in the back, bit enough to store two big motorcycles.
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| 28 October, 2008 - Protecting Your Shoes On Your Motorcycle | Protecting your shoes or boots when riding your motorcycle is a good idea, since your left shoe will get scuff marks real quick.
French clothing manufacturer is now selling a cheap shoe protector. €7 to protect any kind of shoe or boot.
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| 27 October, 2008 - Anti-Motorcycle Jacking System | Here's an interesting and reasonably cheap way of protecting your motorcycle from being motorcycle-jacked.
It's the SkyBrake, and consists of a small personal transceiver that you put on you and an immobilizer on your motorcycle.
Beats riding around with a .44.....
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| 27 October, 2008 - MotoGP2008 Champions - Season End, Start Of Game | Well, the MotoGP 2008 season is over. here are the three world champions on their motorcycles.
Now, what do we do until the beginning of next year's season. Here's an idea......
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| 24 October, 2008 - Midland BT2 Bluetooth Communicator For Motorcycles | Midland have a new generation Bluetooth communication device for motorcycle riders. The BT2.
The intercom uses Bluetooth 2 A2DP (so full stereo), and connects either via Bluetooth or WITH wires to music, GPS, PMR and/ or mobile phones.
Their helmet unit is waterproof and you can match its color with that of your helmet.
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| 16 October, 2008 - Duct Tape For All Your Motorcycle Problems | We all know Duct Tape. Any self-respecting biker knows that motorcycles use Duct Tape and WD40.
Now, if you need to be repaired, there's Duct Tape Bandage. Real bikers don't use Band-Aid, they use Duct Tape!
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| 15 October, 2008 - Overview: Suzuki Gladius Motorcycle | Suzuki presented the entry-level motorcycle, the Gladius at Intermot.
The SFV 650 comes in several bright colors, and looks a bit like a "Monster".
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| 14 October, 2008 - Overview: BMW K1300GT Motorcycle | There was no surprise when BMW unveiled their BMW K1300S, K1300R and K1300GT motorcycles at Intermot, since the press had been speaking about them at length.
Here's an overview of the BMW K1300GT motorcycle.
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| 14 October, 2008 - Overview: Triumph Thunderbird Motorcycle | Triumph unveiled their "mid size" cruiser at the Intermot exhibition; the 1600 cc Thunderbird motorcycle.
Designed along the classic cruiser lines, it's got power and appeal.
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| 14 October, 2008 - Winter Coming: Heated Gloves | Here are some interesting heated gloves for when you need to ride your motorcycle during those cold winter months.
They are battery operated, and will last 6 hours. Interesting technology.
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| 13 October, 2008 - Overview: Ducati Monster 1100 Motorcycle | A closer look at the Ducati Monster 1100 motorcycle presented at Intermot, Germany.
Ducati's main motorcycle just got bigger, better and faster.
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| 24 September, 2008 - Cool Motorcycle Saddle | Riding a motorcycle or scooter in hot temperatures is fun, but what's not fun, is getting on your saddle after your motorcycle has been left out in the sun to bake for a few hours.
CoolAss hopes to remedy this problem. It's a heat shield, i.e., it reflects the heat, keeping your saddle cool (and dry in case of rain). Remove the cover, and hope on your motorcycle and ride away into the sunset.
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| 15 September, 2008 - New Automatic Motorcycle Wash System | FINALLY! A motorcycle wash like the automatic car washes available all over the world.
5 minutes to properly clean your motorcycle instead of 2 hours! YEAH!
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| 2 September, 2008 - New GPS For Motorcycles: Becker Traffic Assist Z 100 Crocodile | German Becker have released details of their for-motorcycles GPS, the Crocodile.
Rubber coated, rugged, water resistant, real 3-D navigating, the unit has been optimized for motorcycles.
Available next month, it'll cost you €300.
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| 26 August, 2008 - Wear Your Motorcycle Brake and Indicator Lights | Brake lights on a motorcycle are not that easy to see. They're usually low, and car, specially when tailgating, can't see them enough.
Placing them on your helmet is one idea, but here's another way of doing it. A harness that is worn on the back, will show the brake light and indicators, both attached to the motorcycle without wires!
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| 15 August, 2008 - Color Motorcycle Helmet Mirror Camera Thingymething | The SAM HCS is a dual color camera system mounted on your helmet, that through small LCD screens on your visor will show you what going on behind you on your motorcycle.
The LCD screens can be placed on your motorcycle as well. It's not apparent how big the screens or cameras are.
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| 15 August, 2008 - Airplane And Motorcycle! How To Combine? | Having an airplane is not always as easy as it may seem. Transportation at your destination is often hard to find.
MotorcyclePilot.com have THE solution for you. A pod that will transport your motorcycle for you, attached to your airplane.
End of all your problems....
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| 8 August, 2008 - Using Coyote To Warn Others About Radar Traps | French company Coyote have the 21st century equivalent of flashing your lights or warning others on your CB radio if you spot a Police speed radar trap.
It'll also warn you of upcoming traffic jams, and if you've parked your motorcycle while under influence (or just plain tired), and can't remember where it is, a SMS message will tell you where you left it....
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| 22 July, 2008 - Running Your Motorcycle on Ethanol - Bio Flex Power Kit | French engineering company, Thorn Bikes, is a firm believer in E85 fuel, an 85% ethanol and 15% gasoline fuel. far less expensive than normal fuel, 40% less CO2, it's one way of reducing pollution.
They have manufactured a transformation kit for injection motorcycles, that should allow any injection motorcycle to run this kind of fuel. They believe so much in it, that they've entered a Honda CBR 1000 in the upcoming 24 hour endurance race, the Bol D'Or.
Honda believe in it as well, since they've supplied the motorcycle, and Elf is backing them. Soon we'll be able to buy the kit.
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| 15 July, 2008 - Need Not To Look Like A Biker? | Even if you love riding your motorcycle, many employers and other "people" don't think it's cool, specially when you arrive with leathers.
Tucano Urbano have a solution for you; It's a blazer, that looks real "officey", but is rain proof, and more important has armor incorporated. So you can still look like an office dork slave clone worker, but be a cool motorcycle rider.
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| 20 June, 2008 - Say It With Flowers, Even On Your Motorcycle | Motorcycles and scooters may be beautiful, but they are hard and cold! Metal, leather and plastic makes it a real macho item.
Tucano Urbano are making plastic flowers, different types exist, that can be bolted on to your motorcycle.
It's make the world prettier.... Are you man enough??
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| 19 June, 2008 - First Motorcycle Friendly Petrol Station Opens | French petrol giant, Total, have opened the first "made-for" motorcycle petrol station.
Not only is it biker friendly, it was designed for motorcycles. Special fuel pumps with shorter nozzles, payment while still seated on your bike, hooks for helmets, anti-slip floor etc.
There's even a special place to clean your motorcycle, adapted for motorcycles. How cool is that...
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| 12 June, 2008 - Locking Your Motorcycle Helmet and Jacket | Arriving at your destination on your motorcycle, what do you do with your helmet and jacket?
It's not always obvious. French Kask-Lock has a solution.
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| 29 May, 2008 - Oiling Your Motorcycle Chain - The Easy Way | If you're anything like me, forgetful in oiling your chain, and when you do, half the oil consumption of your country goes towards lubricating your motorcycle chain, then this is the product for you.
The Cameleon Oiler is an automatic chain oiler that gets installed don your motorcycle. You don't have to do anything, the system oils your motorcycle chain regularly. How cool is that ?
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| 28 May, 2008 - KTM’s Future Off-Road Competition Motorcycle | KTM filed a patent in January of this year for a rear fuel tank to be placed on off-road competition motorcycles.
Nothing earth shattering since the 690 has a rear fender fuel tank, so what's so special that they filed a patent? Someone enlighten me...
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| 23 May, 2008 - Extra Protection For Your Motorcycle | Italian Moto Box offer an interesting alternative to motorcycle covers.
It's not cheaper than a cover, but if your motorcycle sleeps outside, it's quite an effective solution that does not take up much space. It even looks good in a garage...
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| 14 May, 2008 - Michelin Anakee 2 | French tire company, Michelin, are releasing a new version of their all-purpose road tire, the Anakee.
With a lot of originality, it's called Anakee 2. The new compounds used will last 29% longer than the previous version.
Ewan McGregor and Charlie Boorman rejoice!
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| 9 May, 2008 - Green Knickers (And Boxers Too) | Riding your motorcycle long distance is not easy. Specially on your poor butt. The cheap and fast way is using bicycle shorts. But... they're not nice looking, and often reveal strange bulges.
UK based GreenKnickers produce nice looking male and female underwear that can be change in seconds into padded knickers or boxers. Great for those long distance rides, while still looking cool. On top of that, it's ecological!
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| 7 May, 2008 - Where To Keep Your Stuff On A Motorcycle? | Here's a solution to a problem I know many have faced while riding your motorcycle. Where to put all your personal stuff (keys, wallet, credit cards, etc) ??
Here's one solution; the Grabit Pack. Like a fanny pack, it sits on your hip/leg, ready for fast access (like a gunslinger). It costs only US$ 23, and it's water resistant.
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| 5 May, 2008 - Special Motorcycle Sandal | Bata, one of world's leading shoe manufacturers, have released a special sandal for motorcycles in Bangladesh.
Slated to offer protection on a motorcycle, you got to ask yourself what they were smoking...
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| 29 April, 2008 - Rigid Motorcycle Tie-Downs For Trailers | A new rigid tie-down system for motorcycles on trailers. Called the DeathGrips, it's secure, and most importantly, you can fasten your motorcycle on your trailer very quickly.
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| 21 April, 2008 - Protecting Your Shoes: Tucano’s Way | Tucano Urbano have a nice permanent solution to scuff marks on your shoes while riding your motorcycle.
Either that or buy an automatic...
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| 9 April, 2008 - Real Time Color Changing Roads | Here you are riding around the winding roads on your trusty motorcycle, when suddenly the roads turn PINK!!
What do you do?? Give up booze? Stop smoking...? Go to an eye doctor? No... you slow down, since it's a new technology that warns you that the roads are frozen.!
It'll save your life!
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| 19 March, 2008 - The Downside Of Motorcycle Leathers | Alpinestar, known for the protective gear for motorcycles, and conscious of the Power Ranger effect we have when dressed in our leathers, have come up with a new line of motorcycle protective clothing.
Dubbed NERO, their protective clothing can be used as "casual" clothes. But it comes at a price...
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| 17 March, 2008 - Hi-Def Motorcycle Documentaries For Free! | That's right, free motorcycle documentaries. Our friends and fellow MBI bloggers, Twisting Asphalt, have produced four hours worth of behind-the-scene footage on 8 sports motorcycle manufacturers.
Shown on-line in HD for free at Turbo Discovery. See how Bimota, BMW, Ducati, Honda, Kawasaki, MV Agusta, Suzuki and Yamaha motorcycles are designed and made.
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| 12 March, 2008 - Esquad Motorcycle Gloves: High Tech | Esquad, manufacturers of indestructible motorcycle jeans, are producing in collaboration with Racer, special motorcycle gloves made out of their patented material; Armaliith.
Three models are proposed, each with their own style.
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| 11 March, 2008 - Tag Heuer Eyewear: Night Vision | Swiss watch maker, race timing and F1 cars has launched a new series of eyewear, including a special series of glasses.
Called "Night Vision", these glasses were developed for the 24 hours of Le Mans, and allow you to see better at night.
Most of their glasses can be used with a motorcycle helmet!
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| 12 February, 2008 - AKE Introduces the BlueCom 102 Pocket Repeater | German communication gear manufacturer, AKE, have released a very interesting device for us motorcycle riders that enjoy wireless communications.
Called BlueCom 102 Pocket Repeater, the 102 is a Bluetooth (version 2) small device, that's NOT installed on your motorcycle, that enables you to interconnect different Bluetooth manufacturers' headsets. E.g., you can interconnect a Scala with an CellularLine Interphone. Or different Bluetooth enabled helmets, like a Nolan and a Dainese.
All that with a 65 grams package. Interesting!
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| 11 February, 2008 - Wireless Impact Guardian: More Than A WIG | Brycen Spencer has invented a life saving device for us motorcycle riders.
Called WIG (Wireless Impact Guardian), it's a device mounted inside a motorcycle helmet, that when sensing an impact, gives the rider 60 seconds to disable the alarm. If it's not disabled, the device calls 911, and includes the exact geographical location of the crashed rider.
Pretty cool!
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| 15 January, 2008 - New British Biker Movie Out Next Month: Freebird | Next month sees the launch of a new British motorcycle movie comedy!
The movie is a real biker movie produced by the folks who brought you the excellent Layer Cake.
Click on the headline to see the trailer and screen snaps. This looks like an excellent biker movie.
I can't wait for it to appear on DVD....
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| 4 January, 2008 - New Low Cost GPS Motorcycle Tracking | BikeGPSTracking are offering a new, low cost, unit that enables not only to track your motorcycle's exact position, but also raise an alarm in the case of you leaving your motorcycle without the desire to leave your motorcycle (ie, you're thrown off), in case of panic, or if your motorcycle is being nicked...
All that for a mere US$ 349.
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| 4 December, 2007 - AlphaMirror: Automatic Dimmer Mirror For Motorcycles | Anyone who has ridden their motorcycle at night time will have been faced with rear traffic blinding you with their lights. Cars can manual or electronically dim their mirrors, but we're stuck....
AlphaMirrors offer you the solution. Automatic dimming motorcycle mirrors. No light glare at night anymore!!
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| 3 December, 2007 - Sarah Lyon’s 2008 Female Mechanics Calendar | Sarah Lyon is a female photographer who travels cross-country on her motorcycle in the USA making photos of female mechanics.
Then she assembles her best photos and produces a calendar. This year is no exception, and Sarah Lyon has produced a great 2008 Female Mechanics Calendar.
Here's a nice Christmas gift for someone (or yourself).
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| 28 November, 2007 - O’Neill H4 Campack | O'Neill have recently released a new back pack that, though meant for snowboarders, can be used by us motorcycle riders.
The H4 campack incorporates a detachable video camera, buttons for the camera on the straps, and a LCD monitor.
Imagine using it on the Dakar rally...
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| 26 November, 2007 - New Innovative Motorcycle Anti-Theft Device | We all know the U-lock, chain and disc lock anti-theft devices for our motorcycles.
Now there's a fourth device type, the chain lock. From Lockfree, it's called the TO-Clamp and is installed in seconds, and is small enough to stow away on a sportsbike.
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| 15 November, 2007 - BMW F800GS | BMW's long awaited F800GS finally was launched at EICMA 2007.
Here's a closer look at BMW's new dual-purpose motorcycle.
Verdict: A beauty
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| 14 November, 2007 - Moto Guzzi Stelvio | Moto Guzzi launched their new Stelvio at the EICMA 2007 last week.
Here's a closer look at the motorcycle.
Verdict: Nice bike..
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| 13 November, 2007 - Aprilia FV2 1200 Concept | A second look at Aprilia's concept sportbike, the FV2 1200.
Unveiled at EICMA 2007, it looks incredible, and it's very light.
Will this ever see the light of day???
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| 13 November, 2007 - Husaberg FE450e Prototype | Husaberg have brought out a nice prototype of their new FE450e Enduro motorcycle.
Redesigned from the bottom up, the new engine should make all the difference when riding off road.
Here's a closer look.
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| 12 November, 2007 - KTM 1190 RC8 | A look at KTM's long awaited 1190 RC8 sports motorcycle.
They're offering it in different versions. I have debs on the Read-to-Race black one....
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| 12 November, 2007 - Ducati 848 | Ducati impressed many of the assembled journalists at their 848 motorcycle unveiling at EICMA 2007.
For a medium sized sportsbike, the Ducati does it well. A "little" brother for the 1098, this motorcycle will not look bad in anyone's garage.
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| 12 November, 2007 - Ducati Monster 696 | A second look at Ducati's new Monster as presented at the EICMA 2007 show.
Presenting the Ducati Monster 696! What a sweet motorcycle...
A real Monster!
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| 12 November, 2007 - Derbi Terra Adventure 125 | A second look at Derbi's nifty Terra Adventure 125 dual purpose motorcycle.
For a 125 cc motorcycle, this is not a bad one. With its 117 kilos, it could be quite nimble in the sand.
For the budding Ewan McGregor/Charlie Boorman fans..
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| 8 November, 2007 - EICMA 2007: Pirelli Diablo Rosso | At EICMA 2007, Pirelli introduced a new super sports motorcycle tire; the Diablo Rosso.
Sportsbikes are getting increasing power and torque, and motorcycle tires need to keep up. This is Pirelli's effort.
They've produced a really nice video...
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| 1 November, 2007 - XLOX Motorcycle Transportation and Lock Device | Here's a new system that you can use to transport your motorcycle on a trailer. Called X-LOX, it secures your motorcycle with rods and tubes (no tie-downs, so no suspension compression), and it secures it from thieves.
Nice system to hold your bike in place without damaging it.
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| 4 October, 2007 - Esquad Jeans On Your Motorcycle: A Real Alternative | Riding in jeans on a motorcycle is dangerous, since they can not stop you from getting road rash or severe burns. But riding in jeans is easy and practical. The only thing you could do today is ride in Draggin Jeans.
But now there's a real alternative, that's lighter, breathes and protects better. And that's the Esquad jeans. Using space technology, combined with cotton, you now have jeans that feel and wear like jeans, and protect you from crashes like never before.
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| 3 October, 2007 - Yamaha XT660Z Tenere | Yamaha has been selling the original Tenere since the early 1980's (after the Paris-Dakar successes). Therefore, it was no surprise to see the new Tenere on the well selling 660 Yamaha engines.
Yamaha launched the new XT660Z Tenere at the Paris motorcycle exhibition.
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| 3 October, 2007 - KTM LC4 690 Stunt (Concept) | KTM surprised the world at the Paris Motorcycle Exhibition with their concept LC4 690 Stunt motorcycle.
This is one seriously good looking motorcycle, aimed at the urban market. It's a concept, but who knows, with enough customer demand, we might see this bike ride our streets.
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| 2 October, 2007 - Honda XL700V Transalp | The original Honda Transalp was designed thanks to the success of the famous Paris-Dakar rally, way back in 1987.
Now, 20 years later, the XL700V Transalp sees the light of day, transformed and eager to conquer the unknown.
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| 2 October, 2007 - Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade | Honda, worlds biggest motorcycle manufacturer has released at the Paris motorcycle exhibition their latest version of their super sport motorcycle, the CBR1000RR Fireblade.
Here's a more detailed view of the beast.
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| 2 October, 2007 - Kawasaki Ninja 250R | Kawasaki presented at the Paris motorcycle exhibition the small version of their very successful sports bike, the Ninja 250R.
For a small displacement motorcycle, it's a very nice one, with enough power and functions to make the most discerning rider a happy one.
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| 2 October, 2007 - Beta ALP 125/200 | A closer look at the Italian off-road motorcycle manufacturer BETA, and their new ALP125/200 enduro/trial motorcycle.
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| 1 October, 2007 - BMW HP2 Sport - R1200S | At the Paris motorcycle exhibition, the Mondial, BMW showed their latest race motorcycle, the R1200S AKA HP2 Sport.
120 hp boxer engine with enough go-go power to make the motorcycle go really fast, on the road or the track.
The fact that BMW announced that they will be participating in the 2009 SuperBike world championship makes things even more interesting.
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| 1 October, 2007 - Voxan GTV1200 | French motorcycle manufacturer Voxan, used the Paris Mondial motorcycle show to launch their new touring motorcycle, the GTV1200.
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| 14 September, 2007 - Chinese Clone BMW Scarver Motorcycle | Jonway, a Chinese motorcycle manufacturer has cloned the BMW 650 Scarver.
Instead of the 650 engine, they provide 125, 250 or 300 cc engines, but still, it's an exact replica of the BMW.
Illegal or approved by BMW?
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| 4 September, 2007 - Airbag Motorcycle Helmet | Spanish company, APC Systems, has designed an airbag system for motorcycle helmets.
Adaptable for most helmets, it'll open within 0.15 seconds, and save your neck and back.
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| 3 September, 2007 - Nice Safety Feature From Volvo: Would Work On Motorcycles | Volvo have come out with a safety feature in some of their cars, that would work on motorcycles as well.
The system warns you when you need to take a break, and get a cup of coffee.
Direct me to the nearest Starbucks please...
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| 30 August, 2007 - Biker Id Bracelets | Interesting product; biker bracelets with your id and vitals engraved.
Be fashionable, while still being safe.
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| 17 August, 2007 - Bulletproof Backpacks | Here's an interesting product. Bulletproof Backpacks!
It's interesting to see, since they're quite useful in today's violent society, but sad when you read who the market is for. Read on.
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| 30 July, 2007 - Final Motorcycle Rider Resting Place | We've seen motorcycle hearses for our final journey, but here even one better. Motorcycle fuel tanks that are urns for your ashes!
What better way of making your final statement?
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| 19 July, 2007 - Uvex F1 Magic Goggle: Electronic Tint | Uvex have launched a skiing goggle (that could be used for motorcycles, since it's compatible with helmets), that changes tint by the press of a button.
Using state-of-the-art liquid crystal technology, it's light, and changes tint very fast.
Available in September 2007.
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| 11 July, 2007 - Keeping Cool: VentilationVest | Keeping cool on your motorcycle can be hard. Even though it's a very cold summer here, other parts of the world are experiencing major heat waves.
The German made ventilationVest can be a life saver. Battery operated (8 hours of operation), the vest will cool you down.
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| 3 July, 2007 - Charging Motorcycle Tank bags | German made Bags-Connection have several model motorcycle tank bags that contain their own 12V charging points inside the bag.
They also have a system that doesn't use straps or magnets, but instead, the bags get bolted on to your tank.
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| 27 June, 2007 - Carrying Your Picnic Stuff On Your Motorcycle | Bring food with you on your motorcycle is not easy, since you also need to carry plates, cups and cutlery. Putting a picnic basked on your bike is not the done thing.
Here's a potential solution. It's not yet available, but maybe hopefully shortly it will be.
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| 26 June, 2007 - Solar Powered Motorcycle | Putting solar panels on a motorcycle is not an easy thing. Not enough surface to even light up your 12V accessory plug.
Spanish engineering outfit, SunRed, have come up with an innovative solution. Still very much in design mode, maybe in 1,000 years we'll be seeing these motorcycles on the road. |
| 13 June, 2007 - Too Many Electrical Accessories On Your Motorcycle? | Many of us have several electronic gadgets for our motorcycles, but not enough 12V plugs to put them in.
Here's an interesting solution; Brando's 3-in-1 12V plug, plus a USB charging port.
Now you can put in all your gadgets. US$20.
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| 31 May, 2007 - General GPS On Your Motorcycle | Many of you have bought a general purpose or car GPS. They're nice, but you'd like to use it on your motorcycle.
That's not an easy thing, since they're not rain proof, and fixing them to your motorcycle ain't easy.
Fear not, we have a real solution for you. From Xtream Weather, the So Easy Rider V2.
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| 30 May, 2007 - Motorcycle Jackets With Incorporated Rain Trousers | Riding with all your gear stowed away, just in case it rains or gets cold, is not always easy.
Getting caught in a downpour is not nice either. So what to do?
XtreamWeather have a solution. Called LexSystem, they're motorcycle jackets with incorporated rain trousers.
A few seconds, and you're back on the road again. Dry!
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| 14 May, 2007 - Dianese Beta Testing Bluetooth 2 Helmet and B2B | Dainese are beta testing a new Bluetooth equipped motorcycle helmet, which includes bike-to-bike capabilities.
The helmet uses Bluetooth 2.0 technology (better battery life, less powerful transmitter), and it's equipped with a bike-to-bike transmitter.
Beta testers (some 200 per country in Europe) will receive a free mobile phone in order to take snap shots and videos.
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| 4 May, 2007 - Ducati Release The Hypermotard Motorcycle | Ducati officially launched their brand new Hypermotard today.
The motorcycles will be arriving at your local Ducati dealer shortly, but getting one is going to be difficult, since they're selling like hot croissants.
Have a look at the many photos and tech specs...
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| 3 May, 2007 - Liquid Motorcycle Jacket | Imagine a motorcycle jacket that's like water.
Very light, comfortable and highly resistant to shocks and high temperature. It exists, and can be bought today.
GZe are producing a motorcycle jacket based on space-age technology, liquid shell. The jacket can be bought for a mere €1990...the price you pay for being high-tech.
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| 20 April, 2007 - Official - BMW’s New 450 Motorcycle | The first official photo has been released by BMW of their new (but still under development) 450 motorcycle.
In their press statement, they outline that they have two World Champions riding their prototype in several Enduro races this year.
Is BMW making an attempt at stopping KTM's world domination?
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| 17 April, 2007 - Special Motorcycle Backpacks - Axio | Thanks to Liam at the MotoGP blog, MotoLiam, I now know of a real, purpose built for motorcycles, backpack.
The company is called Axio (they are now sponsoring the Ducati Antin MotoGP team), and they make really nice, hard shell, backpacks for motorcycles. There... aren't you glad you tuned in today...
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| 16 April, 2007 - Easy Motorcycle Trailers - UndertakerMTS | Sometimes you do not need to buy an expensive and cumbersome motorcycle trailer.
The UndertakerMTS motorcycle trailer is simple, and doesn't take up much space. Ideal for motorcycles.
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| 29 March, 2007 - Smart Motorcycle Sunglasses | The University of Washington have developed sunglasses that at the touch of a button change tint.
The tint change, or transparency change, is accomplished by a low voltage battery, and is instantaneous. No waiting !
These sunglasses look like winners (as long as they change the shape a bit - Help Oakley!!).
Can't wait for them to hit the market.
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| 7 March, 2007 - BMW’s New 450 Spy Photos | A prototype BMW enduro motorcycle was spotted recently at a German race.
It is assumed that the motorcycle is a new BMW 450 series, but no logo, badge, or BMW colors were present on the motorcycle. However, it was racing under the BMW team banners, and the racer was none other than the BMW development rider Sascha Eckert.
So, is this a new BMW motorcycle ? Is BMW going to seriously race motorcycle off-road now ? Dakar ?
Read on, and find out more about this motorcycle.
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| 6 March, 2007 - Pogo Alert - Speed Radar Warning For The UK | The UK is a country full of speed radars. They probably have one of the most dense populations of radars in the world.
It's therefore not surprise to see a special speed radar warning device in the UK. Called the Pogo Alert, the small device not only has a database of all fixed radar positions (and accident blackspots and schools), but also senses infrared cameras, and you can bolt-on a laser radar detector.
Just watch out using the device in Europe. It's totally illegal now in Switzerland, and even in France.
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| 22 February, 2007 - Secure Motorcycle Backpack ? | Just because you brand something "motorcycle", doesn't make it a motorcycle product.
Here's the case of the Secure Backpack from Mobile Edge. Probably a nice backpack, but not one for motorcycles.
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| 24 January, 2007 - UFO - Orange Wear | Italian manufacturer UFO have a motorcycle enduro clothing series that would look good on any KTM biker.
Gloves, jacket, jersey and pants... all color coordinated.
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| 18 January, 2007 - Moto-Map: USA Discovery Maps for Motorcycles | Finding the right motorcycle road/itineraries in the USA can be an impossible task.
Here's Moto-Map to the rescue, tailor made motorcycle maps with some of the best roads to ride on for motorcycles.
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| 22 December, 2006 - Dakar Rally For Kids | Prepare your kids for the Dakar race, by buying them this small, electric, Desert Tenere motorcycle.
Start them young, so hopefully they'll finish the race.
By Peg Perego.
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| 5 December, 2006 - Female Motorcycle Mechanics Calendar | Female professional photographer, Sarah Lyon, has produced a calendar featuring female mechanics.
She travelled 6000 miles on her Yamaha motorcycle to find them in the USA.
Now, you can buy the wall calendar.
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| 23 November, 2006 - Luma’s Xmart - Smart Motorcycle Lock Revisited | Luma's Xmart is a really nifty lock. It's your motorcycle footpeg, turned into a wheel lock.
Now, Luma are producing the right side footpeg, so your motorcycle is symmetrical.
And the right peg is a lock as well.
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| 22 November, 2006 - KTM 990 Super Duke R | A look at KTM's 990 Superduke R, and a promo film of the 990 Superduke motorcycle.
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| 22 November, 2006 - Derbi Mulhacen 659 Hot Bob | A look at Spanish motorcycle manufacturer, Derbi, and their Hot Bob prototype.
Different it is !
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| 21 November, 2006 - Derbi X-Vision - TV on your Motorcycle | Spanish motorcycle manufacturer, Derbi, showed a prototype motorcycle, called the 659 Mulhacen X-Vision, that has an onboard LCD TV Screen and strategically placed cameras.
This allows you to record your motorcycle ride, and download it later to your computer and internet.
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| 21 November, 2006 - Moto Guzzi 940 Custom | A look at Italian motorcycle manufacturer, Moto Guzzi's new 940 Custom.
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| 21 November, 2006 - Moto Guzzi Griso 8 V | A look a Moto Guzzi's new Griso 8 V as presented at Milan's EICMA motorcycle exhibition.
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| 20 November, 2006 - Ducati Hypermotard 1100 | A closer look at Ducati's new motorcycle, the Hypermotard 1100 and 1100S.
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| 20 November, 2006 - Ducati 1098 | A look at Ducati's flagship sports motorcycle, the 1098.
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| 20 November, 2006 - Aprilia NA 850 Mana | A look at Aprilia's NA 850 Mana motorcycle presented at Milan's EICMA motorcycle exhibition.
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| 20 November, 2006 - Aprilia Shiver SL 750 | A look at Aprilia's SL 750 Shiver introduced at the EICMA motorcycle exhibition in Milan, Italy.
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| 10 November, 2006 - D-Lock: A Forget-Me-Not For Motorcycle Locks | Here's a very simple and effective way of reminding you that you've got a chain or U-lock on your motorcycle, preventing you from riding away with the lock still on.
D-Lock to the rescue.
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| 11 October, 2006 - KTM Motorcycle Neck Brace | KTM have shown at the Intermot the prototype neck brace for off-road motorcycle racers that will be used by all their factory racers.
Looks good !
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| 21 September, 2006 - Ducati Bicycles | Ducati are producing three bicycles together with Bianchi. Very snazzy looking bicycles.
For those of you who have always wanted a Ducati, but couldn't afford one ...
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| 12 September, 2006 - Revolutionary Motorcycle Rider Protection | Do Corning have released a miracle material for motorcycle clothing.
Light, comfortable, integrated, but with 40% more protection.
Called the Active Protection System, this looks like the way forward.
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| 16 August, 2006 - Motorcycle Chair | For the really passionate motorcycle rider, here's an armchair that looks like a motorcycle, complete with saddlebags.
Hope it's more comfortable than my motorcycle saddle..
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| 11 August, 2006 - Locking your Motorcycle in a Campground | British inventor/product designer John Wrightson has designed a nifty way of securing your motorcycle when there's nothing to secure your motorcycle too.
Simple, easy to use and carry, it's the egg of Columbus. |
| 19 July, 2006 - New Garmin GPS ! Special For MOTORCYCLES ! | Garmin have released a specially-built-for-motorcycles GPS, the Zumo.
Small, strong, waterproof, it can be used with gloves, sports Bluetooth and will even tell you when you're running out of gas, and route you to the nearest gas station.
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| 19 July, 2006 - Purpose Built Motorcycle XM Radio | Harley-Davidson and XM Radio have released in the USA, a special motorcycle satellite radio.
It's only available on Harley motorcycles, and only in the USA, but if you're a Harley rider, it makes a lot of sense (cents ?? $250 worth).
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| 11 July, 2006 - New French Motorcycle Manufacturer - Wakan | France has a new motorcycle manufacturer; Wakan.
Finally there's a second manufacturer who has produced a very pretty and sexy cafe-racer style motorcycle.
The motorcycle will be available later this year, and distributed in several countries, including the UK and USA.
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| 10 July, 2006 - Wearable GPS - For Motorcycles! | French motorcycle clothing company, Xtream Wearther, have released a wearable GPS for motorcycles.
Small, it's strapped to your left wrist. Is this the gadget of the year, or is someone dreaming ?
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| 6 July, 2006 - The New BMW R1200R | BMW have announced their new R1200R motorcycle.
Here's the full specification. |
| 30 June, 2006 - Custom Floorboards - R2 Concepts | Here's one pretty way of customizing your motorcycles; colored floorboards !
The color can be made to match your motorcycle color. Pretty nice stuff, but don't think it'll work on my KTM.
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| 23 June, 2006 - Neander Diesel Turbo Motorcycle - A First ! | A new motorcycle is seeing the light of day !
German built Neander is not an ordinary motorcycle, it's a turbo diesel bike, with enormous torque, power, speed and acceleration.
Is this the future for motorcycles ? It looks like it !!!
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| 13 June, 2006 - LED Flashlights - Mag-Lite Upgrade | Most bikers have one; a Mag-Lite flashlight.
Here's a replacement light bulb for your flashlight, that's based on LED technology, and will save you 10 times the batteries you use !
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| 8 June, 2006 - ZMoto 7 Released | The popular ZMoto Palm software for motorcycle owners has been released as version 7.
More functions, faster, stabler. And it's still free !
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| 5 June, 2006 - Ducati Eye-wear - Oakley enabled | Ducati and Oakley have signed a round-robin, "you scratch my back, I'll scratch yours" deal. Now available, Oakley Ducati Signature sunglasses.
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| 1 June, 2006 - TomTom New PC Software - Watch Out ! | | TomTom have released (finally) new software for the PC. Interesting, but faulty, since they managed to crash my PC. So watch out before installing. Make a backup of your vital data. |
| 1 June, 2006 - Ducati MotoGP Replica - Desmosedici RR | Ducati have unveiled their new MotoGP replica. As good as a real one, now you can ride Capirossi's motorcycle legally on the street.
The Ducati Desmosedici RR !
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| 19 May, 2006 - GPSs and BMW R1200 Motorcycles | The problem with having a long distance BMW motorcycle (like the R1200GS, R1200GS-Adventure, R1200RT or R1200GT) is that it is not always easy to mount a GPS in such a way that you can read the screen and keep it dry.
Scottish firm Motorrad Concepts have got several solutions for you if you have a Garmin or TomTom GPS.
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| 17 May, 2006 - Ducati Motorcycle for Kids | Ducati have produced, together with toy manufacturer Peg Perego, a faithful reproduction of Ducati's Monster motorcycle. The electrical toy, will allow your kids to zip around the house at 7.5 kph.
Now, your kids can emulate you on your motorcycle.
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| 9 May, 2006 - Roadmaster GPS - Tripy | A Belgium GPS manufacturer has issued a motorcycle specific GPS. But it's not a normal GPS the way a Garmin or TomTom is. It's a GPS to produce road books, or to follow a road book.
It's an interesting device that should interest clubs and event organizers.
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| 4 May, 2006 - Always Wrenching ? | Always working on your motorcycle ? Never being able to find your tools ?
Here's a tip; use a keychain mini tool.
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| 25 April, 2006 - Tankbag Protector/Alarm | I've been looking for a simple, low cost, solution to secure my tankbag for long trips, without requiring me to take off the tankbag for every stop.
I think I found a solution that will not cost much and provide protection for thieves stealing the tankbag, or opening it.
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| 23 March, 2006 - All Singing and Dancing Motorcycle Bluetooth Communicator | Here's finally a great, all singing, all dancing, Bluetooth communications device made for motorcycles. This unit does it all, from intercom, to bike-to-bike, to GPS, Radar, etc.
Made in the UK, this device will see the light of day at the end of April.
Orders are already being taken, the first come get a discount.
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| 20 March, 2006 - Ducati and Their Luggage | Ducati and USA based Tumi in a round-robin deal.
Tumi introduces a Ducati line of motorcycle luggage, and Tumi becomes an official sponsor for Ducati's MotoGP team. |
| 7 March, 2006 - You Think Your Motorcycle Is Fast ? Try This! | Swiss Acabion are developing a concept motorcycle that will run 600 kph (370 mph) and get you to 450 kph in 19 seconds!
And all that with a minimum of gas. Place your order now.
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| 22 February, 2006 - Moldable, Re-usable Plastic | You too can now repair broken plastic on your motorcycle.
Nothing easier, boil, mold, cool down and you've fixed it !
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| 15 February, 2006 - Tank Grips For Motorcycles | A look at a manufacturer of motorcycle tank grips.
Safer, better and more in control.
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| 8 February, 2006 - Foldable Motorcycle Trailer | An interesting, foldable, motorcycle trailer that does not require tools to put together.
Save in storage space.
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| 19 January, 2006 - Kidnap Mobile Phone For Adventure Riders | A possible telephone for those of you who go adventure motorcycling in dangerous countries.
A GSM mobile telephone that alerts authorities that you're being kidnapped !
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| 27 December, 2005 - Motorcycle Sunglasses | A look at special motorcycle sunglasses, specially for prescription sunglasses.
Not many of those around, so this is an interesting site.
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| 21 December, 2005 - Motorcycle Lock With A Twist | Luma have introduced the smart motorcycle disc lock.
It will replace your foot-peg, and when you want to lock your motorcycle, you remove your foot-peg an use it as disc lock. Nifty !
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| 13 December, 2005 - Is This The Future Motorcycle Helmet ? | A new technology arrives for helmets. Developed by the US Army, these helmets are very light and flexible, until it reaches impact. Then it solidifies.
Not yet for motorcycles, but it's just a question of time.
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| 7 December, 2005 - High Tech Backpack | A very futuristic backpack hits the market, including solar charging station, Bluetooth, iPod controls - and it's not for motorcycles !
BUT !! Can it be adapted to work for us bikers ? By O'Neill ! |
| 2 December, 2005 - ZMoto Version 6 Released | The popular, and very free, Palm PDA motorcycle application, ZMoto has been released in version 6.
If you've got a motorcycle, and a Palm, what are you waiting for ?
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| 21 November, 2005 - Musical Motorcycle Helmets | Shortly you'll be able to listen to music on your motorcycle with BONE CONDUCTION loudspeakers installed in your helmet.
This year in Japan for $50, next year Europe & USA ??
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| 5 October, 2005 - Aprilia SVX & RVX Motorcycles | Paris Mondial - Aprilia
A closer look at Aprilia's new SVX and RVX motorcycles presented at the Paris Motorcycle Show. |
| 2 October, 2005 - Buell XB12X Ulysses | A closer look at the Buell XB12X Ulysses dual sport motorcycle.
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| 22 August, 2005 - Helmet Mice | For those of you who are desperate to be reminded about your motorcycle while working at your computer.
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| 15 August, 2005 - e-Plate - Danger to Motorcycles | | A new electronic license plate is being tested in the UK, and followed with interest in the USA and Canada. |
| 28 April, 2005 - Fix Your Motorcycle DVD | Spotted by Carla King at Motorcycle Misadventures, a DVD on how to repair/maintain your Harley motorcycle.
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| 4 March, 2005 - Honda’s Hybrid Scooter | Honda releases a prototype hybrid scooter (where's my hybrid motorcycles ??).
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| 28 October, 2004 - AWD Motorcycle Technology | Christini All Wheel Drive technology for motorcycles, coming to a motorcycle close to you.
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| 19 October, 2004 - Flying Motorcycle | Introducing the PALV, the Persona Air and Land Vehicle; a flying motorcycle.
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| 14 July, 2004 - Yamaha Motorcycles Launches MT-01 | Yamaha has decided to commercialize the concept motorcycle, the MT-01.
Looks great, so I'm sure it'll be really nice.
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| 6 July, 2004 - BMW MP3 Watch | BMW introduce a MP3 watch. Batteries are carried in spare briefcase..
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| 25 May, 2003 - The Valentino Rose | | A yellow rose has been created and named after the MotoGP worldchampion |
| 12 May, 2003 - The MotoCam | | A Motorcycle Video Camera and TFT Monitor used as rear view mirror. |
| 21 April, 2003 - BMW R1150GS-T | Touratech have prepared a special version of the popular BMW R1150GS motorcycle.
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