The Thunderdrome took the show on the road for the first time, in what was also the first race ever held on the Gilmore’s Car Museum’s track. Usually used for parade laps by only the finest show cars, this weekend … Continued
When I picked up the 2011 Moto Guzzi Norge 8V from Piaggio a few weeks ago, I was initially somewhat sad to part with the R1 I had been cruising around on. The R1 felt like it weighed nothing, accelerated … Continued
Last Thursday, we showed the first images and specs of the completed Honda NSF250R. The $38,200 Moto3 contender weights just 185lbs and puts out a shocking 47.6bhp and 20.6lb/ft of torque. To put that in perspective, the road-going Honda CBR250R … Continued
This is the first image of Honda’s Moto3 competitor in “production” trim. Retailing for €26,500 ($38,200), the Honda NSF250R will give teams a turn-key entry to the 125GP-replacing four-stroke class. The highlight technical feature is a reverse cylinder, which locates … Continued
For fear that they’ll detract or devalue the actual two-wheeled innovation you find here every day, we typically try and avoid publishing stories on bullshit concept renders. But, something about the combination of a Star Wars-influenced aesthetic, an Akira riding … Continued
This week, Harry Mallin asked, “what’s wrong with electric motorcycle racing?” in response to the inconsistent grid numbers, indifferent public and wildly misplaced expectations of enthusiasts. His well written and researched editorial postulates reasons for this disappointment and suggests possible … Continued
Tiny Dutch start up Super Motor Company — which sells a Chinese-made, Western-quality, 21st Century take on the original Honda Cub — has partnered with hipper-than-hip Paris boutique Colette to promote affordable, fashionable two-wheeled transportation. To do so, Colette commissioned this special … Continued