Supercharged American Motorcycle
American sport bike enthusiasts’ affinities often run Italian and Japanese. From an American perspective, Buell has also entered the mix and continues to gain momentum with the Helicon-powered 1125R, as well as the air-cooled Harley-Davidson powered variants. But, many demand a more exotic and exclusive American superbike… that “Bimota” of America. Now, after significant development, the American Roehr 1250sc may finally be weeks away from final EPA approval and first delivery.
We had the chance to meet with the creator, Walter Roehrich, who has been building bikes as a labor of love for over 15 years. You can learn more about Roehrich in our June/July 2009 issue of Ultimate MotorCycling magazine, and by listening to the radio broadcast link below. But, because we had a chance to ride the motorcycle, we wanted to bring it to you right away…Â Details
BMW HAVE unveiled their S1000RR road bike to the world’s press at the Monza World Superbike Round, today (Saturday) in Italy.
I was there at the press conference and my over-riding thoughts are that this is a serious contender from BMW, which, although may not yet be winning races, it has the full commitment from the BMW factory and their engineers have an overwhelming belief that this bike will lead the way in the superbike class both on the road and on the track. A bold statement.
The S1000RR is closer in size to an R6 and looks incredibly well finished. It’s bursting with technologial innovations and features which I hope will raise the bar in the litre-superbike category.
According to BMW, the S1000RR has been designed for …Â Details
Sitting atop her bike, surrounded by a semi-circle of girls on their bikes, Kelsey Green was all smiles.
She was teaching the finer points of motocross riding. But more than anything, she was just happy to have the company.
When she first took an interest in motocross, Green knew there was a female interest in the otherwise male-dominated sport.
As she became engrossed in the sport, she wanted to create an outlet for other female riders who may not have …Â Details
Motorcyclists Kenny White and Andrew Morris are stunt riders.
White, 23, competes professionally, while Morris, 19, is working his way to the pro level.
The McCutcheon High School graduates practiced Wednesday as their parents and friends watched.
The stunt riders were simply amazing. They flawlessly executed “circle wheelies” and “surfed,” along with other maneuvers.
They wore helmets while riding customized Kawasaki sport bikes with safety features, including stunt cages…Â Details
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