A new addition to Team KTM, Francisco Lopez is hoping for better luck at this year’s Dakar. A consistent challenger for stage victories, he’s been plagued by seemingly ridiculous problems, even running into police trouble two years ago when he … Continued
The idea is simple. 21 artists make 21 helmets. This year it’s Death Spray, Shinya Kimura, Wes Lang, Michael Illick, Jud Nicolson, Tuesday, Deth Killers, Chemical Candy Customs, Garage 31, Viva Las Vegas, Mathew Foster, Drake McElroy, New Church Moto, … Continued
“Look at the size of the crowds,” writes Icon’s Justin Knauer. “When’s the last time you saw that many people get excited about motorcycling in the USA?” And he’s right, the turnout to watch Indian stunt team “Ghost Ryderz” perform … Continued
So the new Ducati Hypermotard has a liquid-cooled, 821cc motor that adds 20bhp for a total of 110 while dropping 9lbs of weight. What happens when it meets a MotoGP rider with a background in flat track racing? Sideways happens. … Continued
This week, Jamie visits Miguel Galluzzi at his Pasadena home to talk motorcycle design. In addition to penning the original Monster and the new RSV4, Miguel is responsible for paving a way into the future for Moto Guzzi.
This custom Vespa scooter, built by Germany’s Kings of Cruisin, adapts two themes from the car hot rod scene to bikes. With its steel body sanded free of paint, it’s free to develop a patina of rust. And, the rear … Continued
The man who’s won The Dakar four times discusses training, racing, life and danger in this video interview. On Jan 5, Cyril Despres will again be racing for KTM in the 14-day, 5,000-mile race and he’s again considered the favorite … Continued