For the complete review, visit: www.motorcycle.com The introduction of the 2010 Bennche Megelli 250R to the US motorcycle market is a move at least as bold as its provocative, red-hot looks. This Chinese-manufactured 249cc motorcycle emulates a 7/8-scale hypersport machine, and represents perhaps the furthest-yet encroachment into a domain up until now owned by Japanese and European manufacturers… For the complete review, visit: www.motorcycle.com
Video Rating: 4 / 5
2009 Star VMax Motorcycle Review/Test Read the full motorcycle review at Motorcycle.com. www.motorcycle.com For Yamaha and Star Motorcycles, the VMax stands near the top of its bikes eligible for icon status. Engineers grappled with the concept of a rebirth of a legend. Star is positioning the new VMax at the edge of the expressive/aggressive personality of the modern cruiser category. As such, they use terms like hot rod, muscle, power and respect to describe what the VMax represents.
Triumph’s new Sprint ST sport touring motorcycle gets evaluated by the team at MotorcycleUSA.com. Watch the video and then read the entire test at www.motorcycle-usa.com
Video Rating: 2 / 5
See the 2007 Suzuki V-Strom 1000 get put through its paces in MotorcycleUSA.com’s Adventure Touring Motorcycle Shootout.
Video Rating: 4 / 5
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Obtaining motorbike insurance is the right thing to do for riders. The simple fact is that the danger of personal injury and accident due to riding a motorbike is greater than it is for automobiles. People are used to watching for other automobiles, but for some reason, many people do not even notice motorbikes coming down the road. In some cases, it is almost as if they were invisible. This lack of notice should be of great concern if you ride. Chances are higher for you to be involved in an accident. This is one reason why motorbike insurance tends to be a bit more expensive than standard automobile insurance.
Many insurers will offer a decreased premium if you insure multiple items through them. For example, if you have your homeowners insurance, automobile insurance, and motorbike insurance through the same company, the will likely offer you a discount on all of the premiums.
This can lead to substantial savings, so it is worth considering. Motorbike insurance is not hard to find, but some companies have found the risk too high for their tastes, so you might discover that the company with which you have your other insurance coverage does not offer motorbike insurance.
A little known fact concerning motorbike insurance, even by those who think they have read their policies completely, is that certain high cost modifications might not be covered in your policy. Because the risk of damage is so high if a motorbike is involved in an accident, if a modification to your bike is a high cost modification of either a mechanical or non-mechanical aspect, many motorbike insurance policies will exclude coverage of the modification.
This might make many people unhappy with their current policy. This is one reason it is so important to read through your motorbike insurance policy. You need to know exactly what is covered and what is excluded.
Another thing to watch for when shopping for motorbike insurance is if the bike is covered regardless who is riding it, or is the coverage only in force if the policy owner is riding. Some insurance policies will only cover the policy owner or a specific person stated in the policy. Sometimes, this can be an intentional way for insurance companies to ensure that only a rider they are confident will act responsible and drive safely will be operating the motorbike. This can allow for low insurance costs, but it can also limit how you utilize your bike. Motorbike insurance is fairly flexible and, if used properly, can be well worth the cost of the premium. Just make sure you make every effort to be properly informed.
Stewart Wrighter recently reviewed several motor bike insurance quotations for his new motorcycle. He was impressed with the wide selection available for motorbike insurance and with how many different choices he was given.
Zipping past an unexpected Border Patrol checkpoint near Tecate, California, we lean into a banked turn pinned in fourth-gear with the tach hovering near redline on Kawasaki’s best-selling sportbike. But it’s not what you think. No border agents or any other government officials are scrambling to run us down with flashing lights blazing because, lucky for us, Kawasaki’s best-selling sportbike is the Ninja 250R. Watch the video and then read the full review on the Kawasaki Ninja 250R at www.motorcycle-usa.com
2008 Yamaha R6 Motorcycle Review – First Ride – Part 1 Read the full motorcycle review at Motorcycle.com. www.motorcycle.com Yamaha’s YZF-R6 has been a major player in the middleweight sportbike wars ever since it debuted in 1999. In this mid-cycle revision for 2008, the tweaked R6 has a bolstered midrange punch and even better handling dynamics in the face of new-for-2007 challengers from Honda and Kawasaki, plus a revised GSX-R600 from Suzuki for ’08.
MCN’s longterm test fleet for 2010 includes the Kawasaki Versys. MCN web producer Liam Marsden has had the bike for a week and covered 500 miles so far. Watch the video for his first impressions on the best and worst things about owning a Versys.
Video Rating: 4 / 5
Motorcycle Reviews: 2009 Kawasaki ZX-6R vs. Triumph Daytona 675 Read full the full story at Motorcycle.com www.motorcycle.com After besting its Japanese 600cc stable mates, the Kawasaki ZX-6R takes on the best of Britain – the Triumph Daytona 675 – in a Supersport Faceoff. Who will win this battle of objective vs. subjective and style over substance?
MCN’s longterm test fleet for 2010 includes the Kawasaki Z1000. MCN road tester Michael Neeves has had the bike for a month and covered 600 miles so far. Watch the video for his first impressions on life with a Z1000 including engine characteristics, handling and tyre choice.
Motorcycling has long been one of the most sought after activity for fun and recreation; and with technological innovations coming up every now and then, the riding experience is getting better by the day. Today, we have the option of adding a number of wonderful accessories to our motorbike to make it better in numerous ways. Be it motorbike intercom, Bluetooth helmets, motorbike saddlebags, global positioning system and many more. All these accessories enhance your riding experience by a great deal and make every ride worth writing home about.
Motorbike intercom is ideal for people travelling long distances or riding in groups. This accessory will eliminate the need to stop or scream in order to communicate with fellow riders. It is a great option for those targeting professional or amateur racing as it can be very useful for taking instruction and communicating with the team.
Motorbike saddlebags are also a great add-on for your motorbike simply due to the utility offered. Adding such bags to the motorbike will give you enough storage space on the bike to carry utilities when on the go; this accessory is ideal for people interested in cross country biking. You can carry all the items required for travelling long distances without having to worry about the handling part. These bags are available in two option; saddle and fuel tank.
Global positioning system or GPS is another wonderful accessory for your motorbike. Adding global positioning system to your bike will ensure that you never get lost while exploring the lap of Mother Nature. No matter whether you need to find your way within the city or looking for a way out from a deserted region; GPS is a wonderful accessory for every bike owner.
You may also add a number of accessories for fun and recreation to further enhance your ride. Bluetooth helmets are a hot favorite among people with interest in music. You can use the inbuilt speakers to listen to your favorite music, listen to radio and make or receive important calls.
If you are looking to improve your motorbike with the addition of some accessories, you can use any web store dedicated to motorcycle accessories. All leading stores offer an extensive range of motorbike accessories to suit a variety of needs and budgets. However, before placing your order, make sure you go through customer reviews about the store and the quality of accessories offered.
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