The wait is finally over. Say hello to the 2017 Honda CBR1000RR SP and CBR1000RR SP2. It was rumored there would be multiple trim levels but now we’ve learned that there is (so far, we still believe a base model is coming) the SP and the racing homologation special, SP2. Motorcyclist Online is stating the […]
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UPDATED: 2017 Honda CBR1000RR: Quickshifter Confirmed
UPDATED: OFFICAL PICS/VIDEOS AND REVEAL UPDATED: ADDED TEASER VIDEO #3 UPDATED: ADDED TEASER VIDEO #2 If you’ve been following the internet with any regularity you’ll know that Honda leaked some photos last week for the new 2017 CBR1000RR(Fireblade for the rest of the world) and was duly disappointed by all the early analysis of what […]
KTM CEO Stefan Pierer: Ducati Signs Rider Who Can’t Ride in the Rain
Damn. KTM CEO Stefen Pierer just threw some shade at the Italian team by saying that Ducati signed a rider who can’t perform in the rain. Ouch. We all know how Jorge Lorenzo struggles in the rain, but the man is still a five time world champion. Put some ‘spect on his name! With that […]
Aprilia MotoGP Rider Stefan Bradl Confirms Grand Prix Exit
Current MotoGP Aprilia rider Stefan Bradl confirms he will not be racing in the grand prix after this season according to Speedweek.com. According to Wikipedia, Bradl started in 125cc racing in 2005 as a wild card for three races. He went on to ride and test with various teams until 2008 where he won on […]
The New Honda CBR250RR: An Ode to Ducati with a Dash of Anime
So its finally here. The all new 2017 Honda CBR250RR. I’m sure Honda fans are happy that Honda is actually releasing something new with design cues that can transfer to the larger displacement bikes that may be coming down the pipe. *Cough* CBR1000RR *cough* With that said, our knee jerk reactions to this bike are […]
Another Tough Race Another Excuse from JL99
So Assen has come and gone and with it claimed many a rider throughout the weekend. Assen’s unpredictable weather did not disappoint this weekend and made for a very interesting race. Stars were born, throwing caution to the wind, utilizing mother nature’s great equalizer: Rain. Everyone was taking it easy, this you could tell immediately […]
Should I Start on a 600cc Sport Bike?
Asking that question is a lot like beating a dead horse and having worms pop out of said horse’s dead carcass isn’t it? We’ve read arguments on all sides about whether starting on a 600cc sport bike is a good idea. On the face of it, the lowest common denominator answer is a resounding NO. […]