2008 Yamaha Motorcycle Models

Ok, we've finally found some information about the 2008 Yamahas - The Yamaha web site has some off-road/motocross models listed:

2008 Triumph Daytona 675

2008 Triumph Daytona 675 2008 Daytona 675 Updates

The Daytona 675 was the first 3-cylinder super sports middleweight and has been very highly rated in this extremely competitive class. ...

Harley-Davidson buys MV Agusta for $109 Million

Harley Buys MV Agusta So it looks like it's official - Harley-Davidson announced that they are acquiring MV Agusta.

In a move to gain access to a broader, growing customer base in Europe and the U.S., motorcycle maker Harley-Davidson Inc. agreed to purchase MV Agusta Group, an Italian motorcycle company, for about ...

Buying a replacement motorcycle battery? Who made it, and how to ...

Spring is on the way, and if you aren't lucky enough to have a long-lasting motorcycle battery, you're probably going to be buying a new motorcycle battery soon.

Here are a couple of resources that can help you choose a new motorcycle battery.

First, here's a Consumer Reports automotive battery ...

2007 Cycle World IMS

Crowds, Motorcycles, and Sunshine 2007 International Motorcycle Show in San Mateo Presented by Toyota

The 2007 International Motorcycle Show in San Mateo featured the expected assortment of motorcycle manufacturers, accessory vendors, and crowds. Manufacturers large and small were in attendance, presenting their latest offerings to an eager crowd.

The weather was superb ...

Mystery Road Dots on Highway 16 near Rancho Murietta in Northern California

Has anyone seen these black, rectangular 'dots' taped to the road surface lately? They are located about a mile apart, on highway 16 between Plymouth and Sloughhouse in Northern California.

They aren't much of a hazard, but I wonder what the heck they are. They are all placed in ...

Ducati Wins at Pikes Peak

Ducati Wins the Pikes Peak International Hillclimb

In its very first international competition, the Multistrada 1200 S took top honors in the 1200cc class in the hands of Pikes Peak Veteran Greg Tracy. The Multistrada took a massive lead off the starting line, and rode into clouds to take the top ...

Mini-racers flat trackin' on minibikes

We managed to 'catch' these guys at a recent motorcycle event - they were flat-tracking it around a gravel parking lot, at least until it became necessary for them to cool it due to external influences...

Simple helmet camera mount

(Photo courtesy of fidhawser.com)This unique camera mount looks like it might be a good, simple solution for some riders. Its an unusual design, mounted to the front of the helmet, and attached to the helmet using a hook-and-loop strap.

Right Place, Stunt Time

Motorcycle Stunt Photos

Right Place, Stunt Time. I came across a stunt rider practice area on the way out of town and got some photos of the riders practicing. Hope you enjoy the photos I selected from this session. JavaScript-enabled browser users: clicking any photo will open a larger version ...