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 In this week's podcast, Crazy Uncle Johnny is in the studio with me to talk about this week's news, canaries, and his planned visit to Nicky Hayden's house. We also talk about some adventure bikes, what's going on in racing, and even the weather. Click the image to listen now or use the podcast link to subscribe to these podcasts using iTunes.
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Last Updated on Thursday, 02 September 2010 22:47 |
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I've been hoping this would happen and now Yamaha has officially announced their big adventure bike, the Super Ténéré, will be coming to the US next year as a 2012 model. This is great news for the adventure rider as it brings more competition to the adventure/tour segment here in the States. The BMW GS bikes seem to pretty much rule the roost around here for adventure bikes save for the rare KTM or the somehwat more street oriented VStrom from Suzuki. The Super Ténéré coming to the USA along with the new Triumph adventure bikes on the way means more choices for riders who enjoy the roads less traveled. Perhaps Honda might even bring their excellent Transalp and/or Varadero bikes to our shores (or "back to" in the case of the Transalp), but I digress. This is about the new Yamaha so hit the Read More link below to read their press release and see some more photos.
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Last Updated on Thursday, 02 September 2010 19:59 |
On Friday night, Harley Davidson of Cool Springs continues their Summer Night Concert series with featured bands Alecia Arnall and Marion Grace. This event starts at 5:00pm and runs til 8:00pm. H-D of Cool Springs will have BBQ and Drinks on hand but get their early to be sure you get some before it's all gone.
Harley Davidson of Cool Springs is located at 7128 South Springs Drive Franklin, TN 37067. For more information call them at 866-211-1486.
Hit the Read More link below for more stuff going on this weekend.
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Last Updated on Thursday, 02 September 2010 20:09 |
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What, you haven't heard of the Dunlop Sportsmart series of tires? Oh, you must live in the USA, sorry. Don't despair though, I'm sure we'll see them soon (right Dunlop USA?). Now those who know me will agree that I've never had much love for Dunlop tires in general but I have to say I have heard good things about the Roadsmarts and the Q2's. Now Dunlop has a new tire in the range that, like the Roadsmart, is a designed to cross lines of specific applications. Dunlop touts the Roadsmart as tire that sits firmly in the sport touring arena, it also steps over onto the super sport range of performance as well.
The new Sportsmart straddles the line between hypersport and supersport according to Dunlop's information but also provides good wet performance and long tread life.Sounds like quite a combination, the ultimate tire, if you will. That's how Dunlop is marketing the new Sportsmart, as a tire that can go from track day to touring tire and excel at both ends. I'll believe it when I see it but I would at least like to get the chance to test it. At this time I am unable to confirm a date for the Sportsmart's availability in the USA but it should make it here eventually. Michelin's Pilot Pures took a while to reach us after they were available in Europe for time so perhaps Dunlop will follow suit.
Hit the Read More link for the info from Dunlop's European site:
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Last Updated on Thursday, 02 September 2010 20:10 |
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Some spy shots of the new Triumph Adventure bikes are starting to pop up and we've got a couple of low res versions to show you here. These look to be the new 800cc version powered by an enlarged version of the 675 motor currently in use in the Street Triple and Daytona 675. The styling (what we can see of it) is rather squarely aimed at the BMW's GS series bikes with a little bit of Scrambler influence thrown in for good measure. I'm not a big fan of "teasers" like this myself but with the official launch not happening until October I'll take what I can get.
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Last Updated on Thursday, 02 September 2010 12:19 |
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Tuesday, 31 August 2010 10:38 |
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Via MotorcycleUSA.com
Colin Edwards has quickly changed his mind as to which series he intends to ride in next year, now aiming to stay in MotoGP as Ducati announces its departure from World Superbike in 2011. With Ducati shocking the racing world by announcing it is going to pull out of World Superbike next year on the factory level, current Tech 3 Yamaha rider Colin Edwards has been forced to make an abrupt 180-degree turn in regards to finding a ride for next year, now aiming to stay with his current MotoGP team.
The Texan was heavily linked to the Xerox Ducati squad for next season, saying more than once that he was “sick of finishing in eighth position all the time," and that he wanted to finish his career winning races and standing on the rostrum. "I have kids now that are old enough to remember things and I want them to see their Dad on the podium,” he added.
Read the rest of the story over at MotorcycleUSA.com
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Then you might enjoy this:
http://wastelandweekend.com/?page_id=124
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Last Updated on Monday, 30 August 2010 17:05 |
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Ducati is pleased to announce a renewed contract with Nicky Hayden that will see the American rider stay with the Italian factory's MotoGP effort for a further two years. His signature completes a new look of the Ducati MotoGP Team line-up for 2011, which will see the 29-year-old line up alongside Valentino Rossi. Hayden, who over the past two seasons has won over the Ducatisti with his positive and determined attitude, currently lies sixth in the MotoGP World Championship standings and is confident for two successful seasons ahead, which he will tackle with his trademark enthusiasm.
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Last Updated on Thursday, 02 September 2010 12:19 |
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