NEWS
Are more models coming with the Africa Twin engine?
Many manufacturers transplant the same engine into different models, some of which differ in style and purpose. Honda could now do the same with the Africa Twin engine. […weiter lesen]
Technology
New Motorcycles
Ende und Anfang der Suzuki GSX-R1000
Since the current Suzuki GSX-R1000 was only homologated according to Euro4, it may only be sold until the end of the year (as a new vehicle) in Europe. Patent drawings already indicate the next version. […weiter lesen]
from-the-street
New Zealand is testing smart traffic signals to reduce motorcycle accidents
Most of the accidents between motorcycles and cars probably happen at intersections. For this reason, a new system is being tested in Auckland that consists of road markings, flashing smart studs on the road, electronic signs and video analysis. The system will be installed on Dominion Road, as there were 29 accidents involving motorcycles between 2014 and 2018. […weiter lesen]
NEWS
Kawasaki was already working on the steering knuckle
After the merger of Kawasaki and Bimota, the Tesi H2 was presented on the Eicma, a motorcycle that also has a swing arm at the front. The system is known from the Bimota Tesi models. Kawasaki also worked on a corresponding system, as patent drawings reveal. […weiter lesen]
NEWS
The University of Warwick builds electric superbike for the race track
The motorcycle is based on the Honda Fireblade and was built by students and equipped with an electric drive. […weiter lesen]
NEWS
BMW patent, crumple zone for the motorcycle
According to patent drawings, BMW is working on developing a kind of crumple zone for the motorcycle, that will absorb at least a part of the impact speed at an accident. […weiter lesen]
New Motorcycles
Bimota Tesi H2 data leaked
After the merger of Kawasaki and Bimota, the first joint project was presented at the Eicma, the Tesi H2. It is based on the Kawasaki H2, but is equipped with the steering knuckle of the Tesi models. […weiter lesen]
NEWS
Recall: Harley-Davidson trikes
Harley Davidson recalls the Tri Glide Ultra, Freewheeler and CVO Tri Glide to the workshops. The models from the production from March 12, 2018 to November 5, 2019 are affected. The reason for the recall is that the traction control could react incorrectly to […weiter lesen]
NEWS
Comes an electric CBR?
A patent from Honda has emerged and showing an electric motorcycle reminiscent of a CBR. A lot of information is not yet known, but if you consider the handlebar position, then it is more likely to be a touring motorcycle than a superbike. The battery […weiter lesen]
NEWS
Camera-based adaptive cruise control from Kawasaki
Ducati, KTM and also Kawasaki want to bring motorcycles onto the market, that use Bosch radar technology to measure the distance to vehicles in front and can therefore automatically adjust the speed of the motorcycle. But Kawasaki also seems to be working on an alternative […weiter lesen]
NEWS
New and stronger Harley-Davidson engine – Screamin` Eagle 131 Crate engine
Harley-Davidson has presented a new engine that outperforms the Milwaukee-Eight. It is the largest and most powerful engine they have ever developed. The “Screamin` Eagle 131 Crate Motor” fits into the current touring motorcycles from Harley. It has a cubic capacity of 131 cubic inches, […weiter lesen]
NEWS
Recall: Various Thruxton models and Speed Twin affected
For the Thruxton models and the Speed Twin are two different recalls or problems. There are problems with the side stand spring in the Truxton (2016-2018), Thruxton R (2016-2019) and Thruxton TFC (2020). The spring could be weakened by constant vibrations and ultimately break. The […weiter lesen]
NEWS
Zongshen enlarges Norton Twin
The Chinese company has been licensed Norton’s 650cc parallel twin since 2017. Now they are said to have increased the engine to 849cc. Visually, the engine has remained identical, the changes are limited to the inside. The original was developed by engineer Ricardo and is […weiter lesen]
NEWS
New Honda patent for a supercharged V-Twin
The use of a turbo or a compressor is nothing special in cars, but it looks a little different at motorcycles. Currently only Kawasaki has corresponding models in this range (H2, H2R and soon the Z H2) However, other manufacturers have been working on this […weiter lesen]
NEWS
BMW’s carbon tubular frame could be the future
Carbon fiber has long been used in the automotive sector to save weight. The high-strength fabric is also increasingly used in motorcycles. Fairings, chassis or suspension are already made of carbon. BMW has already gained some experience with the material in the HP4 Race. The […weiter lesen]
Equipment
New technology at CES 2020
More and more motorcycle and accessory manufacturers are using the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) to present their latest technological innovations. The big names in the motorcycle industry are also represented there. The CES takes place from 07 to 10 January 2020. So far the following […weiter lesen]
Equipment
Water-cooled helmets for hot summer days?
We all know how important it is to keep a cool head when riding a motorcycle (in every respect). A water-cooled helmet has now been developed for racing, which should guarantee this. The Pinifarina company actually develops body designs for high-end sports cars, but has […weiter lesen]
New Motorcycles
Kawasaki patent for a three-wheel motorcycle
Yamaha is quite successful with leaning multi-wheelers like Tricity 125 to Niken. Kawasaki now seems to want to penetrate this market too. At least new patents have emerged that show a three-wheel motorcycle. Kawasaki introduced the Concept J in 2013, but the patent doesn’t really […weiter lesen]
NEWS
Honda Smartphone as Brain
At CES 2020 in January 2020, Honda will present the “Smartphone as Brain” system developed together with Drivemode. The system is designed to connect the driver’s smartphone to the motorcycle or car and thus enables various functions that we already know from other services. It […weiter lesen]
Equipment
Recall: Cobra Chrome Tires
Cooper Tire & Rubber Company Europe Ltd. calls back the Avon Cobra Chrome motorcycle tire in size 240 / 50R16. Tires that were manufactured between 04/08/2018 and 07/01/2019 are affected (DOT AT 6D 28 1418 – 2019) Affected tires could lose pressure and thereby affect […weiter lesen]