Suzuki RM250 enduro motorcycle launched
Suzuki GB has released a limited-run enduro version of the RM250 two-stroke motocross motorcycle.
The RM250 Paul Edmondson replica motorcycle was developed by its four-time world champion namesake, and adds lighting, a speedometer, side stand, an 18 SM Pro rear wheel rim and matching 21” front and a replica graphics kit.
Power delivery has been altered with a DEP expansion chamber and a carburettor spacer to the motocross RM250 motorcycles.
Only 50 motorcycles will be sold, and each will come with a voucher to get 50% off suspension setup at KAIS suspension. It costs £4499. See your local Suzuki off-road motorcycle dealer.
New Honda CBF600 for 2008
Honda is on the verge of releasing a new version of its CBF600 commuter motorcycle for 2008 – incorporating the latest CBR600RR engine, as also found in the new Hornet 600.
The motorcycle is likely to be revealed in advance of the rest of Honda’s 2008 motorcycles, as the engine change is understood to come due to the need to meet new Euro III emissions laws. The old CBF motor, derived from an earlier generation of CBR600 motorcycle, met Euro II laws, but not the latest standard. Rather than modifying it, Honda has opted to simply slot the newest engine in its place.
Honda expands Thai motorcycle R&D
Honda on Friday began construction of a 900-million-baht (27-million-dollar) expansion of its motorcycle research and development facility in Thailand, Honda’s largest such R and D centre outside of Japan.
“This expansion reinforces Honda’s commitment to strengthening Thailand’s position as the region’s motorcycle design hub,” said Tatsuhiro Oyama, president of Asian Honda Motor Company.
The Honda R&D Southeast Asia Company was opened in Thailand in 2004 with an initial investment of 850 million baht.
The centre is responsible for market research, styling and design, engineering and testing prototypes for Honda motorcycles sold in the region.
Bike Night at Infinity Motorcycles - Farnborough
Infinity Motorcycles are opening their doors for a evening meet on the 26th July at their Farnborough cafe. The evening promises to be a great success with loads of food and drinks, including the most important this…a nice cuppa! Infinity Motorcycles are well known for their outstanding service, excellent offers and products!
Rendezvous at the Infinity Motorcycles Cafe on Lynchwood Road in Farnborough on Thursday 26th July.
From 6.30pm riders can get a cuppa and a burger for just £1, chat with fellow bikers and maybe even take a ride out if time permits.
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Honda may say where new plant is headed
An announcement is anticipated this week on whether Honda has agreed to make the engines for its HondaJet at the Burlington-Alamance Regional Airport, a source close to the deal said.
On Tuesday, Honda officials are expected to announce that GE Honda Aero Engines will build the engines at a facility to be constructed at the airport off N.C. 62, said the source, who agreed to provide information only if the identity was withheld.
The announcement could take place around midday at the airport, the source said.
evDaytona - the electric Triumph Daytona motorcycle
A US FIRM have created a new electric motorcycle, based on a Triumph Daytona chassis.
The evDaytona paves the way for battery powered bikes of the future and is completely independent from Triumph motorcycles in the UK. The huge windscreen is purely to aid aerodynamics and increase the bike’s range, which currently stands at over 140 miles in economy mode.
The evDaytona’s 0-60 time is quoted by the manufacturers as 2.7 seconds, but in this mode, the bike will only manage 15 miles, but you can bolt on more batteries than standard, to increase the bike’s range. An expensive charger will see the lithium ion polymer batteries topped up in just 10 minutes.
Kawasaki’s Newest Streetfighter
Streetfighter motorcycles are the exhibittionists of the sport-rider set. You know, people who want the kind of extroverted styling that attracts attention around town, but without the weight and size of a custom cruiser or the low-intensity experience those machines deliver.
Streetfighter bikes are extremely popular in Europe, and it’s easy to see why. With the riding position of a standard motorcycle they’re easier to wheel around the city. But there’s enough performance and handling available for forays into the mountains.
