…Â perfect conditions on the most perfect Aprilia ever.
At Misano I take a seat and as I had expected this is hardcore racing. Just by sitting on the RSV4 Factory and firing up the engine for the first time I knew this would be one hell of a day!
On my first few laps I understood that the Aprilia RSV4 needs to be ridden very fast to get the best out of it. We all started on the mid-level of Aprilia’s new Track – Sport – Road throttle settings. After only a lap I didn’t much like the Sport mode and quietly changed on the back straight by pushing the starter button and holding it for what seemed forever. Then released the button and pushed until Track was on the display. I’m not one for believing in hiding the beast and now the RSV4 would wheelie. I’ll quickly explain the Marelli control unit 3 map setting. Track equals full power and … Details and lots of Pictures
A solution to the world’s urban transportation problems could lie in two wheels not four, according to executives for General Motors Corp. and Segway Inc.
The companies announced Tuesday that they are working together to develop a two-wheeled, two-seat electric vehicle designed to be a fast, safe, inexpensive and clean alternative to traditional cars and trucks for cities across the world…Â Details
France’s anti-doping agency has sent a report on Lance Armstrong’s recent test to international sports authorities.
The report from March 17 was forwarded to cycling’s governing body and the World Anti-Doping Agency.
The French agency said it will decide to investigate once it hears from the cycling body. The international cycling group, however, told The Associated Press on Monday it doesn’t have jurisdiction in this matter.
Armstrong was tested in southern France…Â Details
These skaters have needs.
For speed. For curves and turns. For the pure rush.
That’s why they speed skate, after all.
“I just love the feeling of skating — the feeling when you go around the corners,” said Chrissy Pyles, 20, who has grown up around competitive skating. “I love to race. There’s just no feeling like getting low and going fast.” … Details