2009 Ducati Monster 1100 - Quick Take
Ducati has had a solid presence in the naked bike market with the Monster for 11 years. Ducati just raised the bar with the 2009 Ducati Monster 1100 and 1100S. Big bore twin power, sexy single-sided swingarm and top notch components should be the key to monster sales.
Click here to continue...Boss Hoss V-8 Motorcycles @ 2008 Street Vibrations Reno
Street Vibrations visitors tried out this Boss Hoss V-8 motorcycle, at the Wildrose Boss Hoss display. Street Vibrations? You wouldn't believe the way this monster was rumbling...
Click here to continue...
2008 Street Vibrations in Reno, Nevada
Crowds, Custom Motorcycles, Crowds, Music, Crowds, and more Crowds
This year's Street Vibrations in downtown Reno was even crazier than I expected. The streets were filled beyond capacity with bikers and performers. There were so many people that we couldn't get a good look at much of the surroundings on Friday or Saturday. Luckily we were on the scene Thursday and were able to scope out some of the vendor booths and other attractions in a more relaxed setting.
This year featured the usual assortment of side shows: Rock and blues bands, Ted Nugent made an appearance, and Monte Perlin's Globe-O-Cross drew major crowds.
And of course, major bike builders and custom houses were there -- such as Big Dog and Simms. Big Dog had their usual models on display, and they were drawing crowds. On a related note: while in Reno, I heard a late-night commercial for a local Big Dog dealer, offering $10K discounts on certain models. It seems obvious that the economic woes are going to have an impact on big-ticket discretionary spending, and a hyper-custom motorcycle is probably about as discretionary as it's going to get. Rough times ahead...
Street Vibrations Event Photos
Visit our exclusive Street Vibrations Event photo gallery
Click here to continue...35th Rolex Monterey Historic Automobile Races
Featured Marque - Alfa Romeo
The 35th anniversary Rolex Monterey Historic Automobile Races, August 15-17 is the perfect way to spend the weekend. This years Marque is Alfa Romeo. The premier vintage event in North America features 400 of the finest vintage cars in the world, spanning every era of motorsports. Be sure to walk through the paddock to view the vintage race cars up close and visit the Alfa Romeo and Rolex "Moments in Time" display. Click here to continue...Friday Qualifying - 2008 Fram-Autolite NHRA Nationals at Infineon
Friday Qualifying
Friday qualifying is always entertaining. After sunset, the second qualifying session for the Nitro cars features 5 foot flames shooting out the exhaust. The view is simply spectacular.The temperature was cooler than normal and times and speeds were good.
Pro Stock Motorcycles
Two wheels, incredible power and speed. Drag racing doesn't get much more elemental than riding a Pro Stock Motorcycle.
Click here to continue...Antron Brown Interview: Pro Stock Motorcycle vs. Top Fuel Dragster
Antron Brown - Pro Stock Motorcycle vs. Top Fuel Dragster
Antron Brown is a true gentleman, and it is clear that he is excited to realize his dream of driving a Top Fuel Dragster. After the final eliminations I had an opportunity to talk with him about his transition from Pro Stock Motorcycles to Top Fuel Dragster.- Dwight:
- How did you get the Top Fuel ride?
- Antron:
- Driving in Top Fuel is something that I have always dreamed about. Matco Tools sponsored me for five years and they gave me the chance. Lee Beard orchestrated the deal and team owner David Powers trusted Lee's opinion and believed in me.
- Dwight:
- Are you surprised at your early successes?
- Antron:
- I spent five years with the Schumacher team and learned what it takes to win. Lee Beard has a long history of winning races and championships. The Matco Tools team has the work ethic, talent and is committed to win championships. This is our first year together and we are only scratching the surface of what we can accomplish.