The king is dead. Long live the king. MCN’s world first comparison test of the new Ducati Multistrada 1200 proves it is a better all-rounder than BMW’s brilliant R1200GS.
Tom Johnson and his son Michael share a love for motorcycles and the University of Oklahoma. Tom’s a clinical cardiologist faculty member with OU, and Michael’s currently a junior there studying aerospace engineering. Tom’s garage presently has a half-dozen bikes, including a big Harley-Davidson and assortment of super-fast Japanese scooters.
It’s an impressive collection, but these modern motorcycles weren’t what brought me to their Northwest Norman home. I first met Tom at last year’s Jazz in June. He’d ridden their 1963 Honda 305 Dream motorcycle to the festival, and it is an attention grabber. Parked in a row of much newer bikes, the Honda stood out with its nearly 50-year old styling that manages to be both elegant and utilitarian … More
A Bullet Of Bike; Only with Full Bodywork And A 155 MPH Top Speed
The Peraves Monotracer is a street-legal motorcycle that offers all the benefits of a high-performance sports car. The monocoque kevlar/carbon body is epoxy-resin reinforced with roll bars. The frame, steering head and stabilizer axles are made from aircraft grade alloy steel. The suspension is handled by Marzocchi 50mm USD-forks up front and a Monolever shaft swingarm in the rear. Entry is via a Gull-wing-door with integrated sunroof. There are windshield wipers, a stereo and plush seats … More