If there is a market that any bike maker shouldn’t miss out on, then the Indian market is it. With such a large population crammed into so little space, using a motorcycle in urban areas is pretty much the only way to actually get around. Recently, British bike maker Triumph officially declared India open for
When the Antilock Brake System (ABS) was introduced to the automotive industry, it quickly proved its worth, and soon it became mandatory in most markets. But this system was slower to reach the motorcycle manufacturers, and not because bike couldn’t benefit from it. While bigger, more expensive motorcycles come with ABS, the ones that sport
Working together with Yoshimura, Suzuki has prepared a special surprise for the UK, a surprise that goes live Monday morning. It consists of a Limited Edition Suzuki GSX-R750 Black bike, and if this is something you desperately want, you better be among the first 25 people at the dealership. The kit brings a new carbon
Bikers are viewed as thrill seekers, and those that need to be bashful would even say they have a deathwish for riding the two-wheel machines. But just because a motorcycle carries a greater inherent risk of injury, it doesn’t mean that the riders don’t want to feel protected. To that end, a whole arsenal of
By Vilner’s account, the Ducati Diavel bike is pretty much the prettiest bike out there. So when they decided it would be the perfect choice for their next project, you can see the conundrum they were in. How do you improve something you already consider close to perfection? In the case of the Ducati Diavel,
The Tron movie sparked a worldwide sensation, and even if you put the plot aside, you still have something to spark your curiosity. Whoever saw the movie must have at least once wondered how it would fell like to ride one of the futuristic bikes featured there. Well, the wait is now over, as the
While the more recent generations might be oblivious of the name Steve McQueen, those that are old enough to also appreciate a classic bike know who he was. And those exact type of people now have the chance to get their hands on the King of Cool’s 1946 Indian Chief bike. The auctioned off motorcycle
We have seen a lot of custom bikes over the years, each one trying to stand out as much as they can. So it’s inevitable that some will be so out of this world, they become instant stars. This is exactly what the carved wood custom bike that surface the internet did recently. Born at
Not so long ago, Lotus shocked when they announced they would be stepping into the motorcycle making industry. And while this is new ground for them, expectations are running high for the British car maker. The news came with a teaser image that showed us next to nothing. While we will have to wait for
There is nothing quite as nice as bringing an old machine back to life. An this is exactly what happened to the 1988 Yamaha XT600Z that the guys from Plan B rescued from a garage. The 25 year-old machine then went through a complete transformation, with a stunning final result. After stripping the bike down
Owners of several Kawasaki and Yamaha choppers might feel a bit spoiled after Avon announced their new Cobra tires. And this is not your average bike tire, either, as Avon incorporated their very own technology into making it. Specifically, their Force Following Grooves are present on the product. According to Avon, this new tech will
Ever since the ABS was invented, the technology started to show its value, and soon it became mandatory on European vehicles. It not only provides better braking, but under certain situation, it can be a life saver. So when this system fails, there is reason for concern. This is why Honda is recalling the new
Gold has been used in quite a few custom builds over the years, with the world record being held by a 315 kg that went into a single motorcycle. And while usually a custom build that uses gold tends to be flashy and/or opulent, there are a few builds out there that are a sight
In order to celebrate the upcoming Laguna Seca race at the Mazda Raceway at the end of the month, Bell decided to release a Limited Edition helmet. Called the USGP Bell Star Carbon, the helmet is a tribute to NorCal’s Cannery Row, as the paint job also suggests. The USGP Bell Star Carbon is built
Air powered vehicles are not something new for the automotive industry, and while so far there is no real feasible way to apply it to production cars, the tech is out there. Darren Kuo is aware of this and decided to use it for his latest motorcycle build called the Revolver. Apart from the rather
When it comes to visually tuning a motorcycle, you must always remember that the overall aspect is also affected by the helmet and apparel you are wearing. So, for a complete and fluent look, the biker has to match the bike’s style. In some cases that calls for an out of the ordinary helmet, which
There are several important key features that differentiate the driving sensation between cars and motorcycles. The most important one is the higher risk a bike rider is facing in the event of a crash. But there are other down sides to a bike besides safety. For example, long trips tend to take their toll sooner
Both Harley Davidson and Rockstar Energy Drinks are big companies in their own field, with plenty of fans. With Rockstar involved in events like MotoGP and motocross, they decided to team up with Harley in order to join the 110th anniversary celebrations in Sturgis and Milwaukee. As a show of support and gratitude towards the
We have seen many cool and even insane custom motorcycle builds, and this next one fits right in with that lot. With the base in Germany, Rick’s Motorcycles has recently built a 30 inch rim, which now awaits the TUV certification. This is not the first time they build such a huge rim. The also
As a custom bike builder, you get all sorts of requests, some unique, some mundane, and some simply insane. And since time is limited, you have to choose carefully which one you take on. The guys from Wrenchmonkees received one request that stood out. And it came from a biker from Paris by the name
