Phenomenal driver, one of the very few to hang with the Europeans. Yeah, it’s bittersweet. I met Patrick at a Porsche press event about 15 years ago, and we’d see each other at events over the years. He’s always gracious, polite and just so fast. (His World Challenge titles almost came under the radar.) Tom1200 UltraDork […]
Month: May 2021
MG’s Unconventional Entry to Group B Rally | Articles
Group B rally automobiles are the stuff of legend: fire-spitting, gravel-throwing machines from the likes of Audi, Peugeot, Lancia and Renault. The tacked-on field flares simply added to their coolness issue. These machines outlined the ’80s–till the FIA pulled the plug on their class after the 1986 season. The rationale? Simply too quick–and lethal–for their very […]
1999-2005 VW Golf GTI | Tech Tips | Articles
TR7 New Reader 5/11/17 11:14 p.m. On the suspension side you can put in the Audi TT spindle to get some better geometry, just flip the tie rod around. Partsgeek also has TT lower control arms ($88 each!) loaded with the above mentioned bushings and moog balljoints. That will gain some camber adjustability. And if […]
KTM Announces the BRABUS 1300 R
KTM has announced a new collaboration with world-renowned luxury mobility brand, BRABUS. As a first step into this exceptional venture, the launch of the all-new BRABUS 1300 R represents performance and refinement of the highest level, as well as BRABUS’ expansion into the world of premium motorcycling. Based on the KTM 1290 Super Duke R […]
Kawasaki Prepping Digicam System for Ninja H2 SX
Kawasaki’s new patents present a nose-mounted digital camera with elements from the latest-generation Ninja H2 SX. (Japanese Patent Workplace/) With the 2022 Ninja H2 SX, Kawasaki has already shifted the purpose posts when it comes to rider-assist know-how with its association of cleverly hidden entrance and rear radars, however there’s much more to come back […]
What Does A Dirt Bike Need To Be Street Legal?
Manufacturers and state motor vehicle departments use two general categories of motorcycles. There are the street-legal or on-road machines you see cruising around town or along the highways. Dirt bikes or off-road bikes make up the second category of motorcycles. They are designed and equipped to take on and conquer the roughest terrain. Both categories […]
More on Niobium
Niobium crystals next to an anodized cube of 99.95 percent pure niobium. (Alchemist-hp/Wiki Commons/) A piece by Ron Lieback that appeared recently on the Cycle World website announced that “The Hollister, California-based motorcycle company [Lightning] is betting on new niobium technology… “A yet-to-be-named electric motorcycle prototype is under way that will leverage the metal niobium. […]
On Trend: A Ducati Scrambler street tracker from Vietnam
It’s not always pretty when the worlds of fashion and motorcycles collide, but some companies know how to do it right. Vietnamese apparel brand NUEN is a fresh face on the scene, but their first custom motorcycle build proves that they’re not playing around. Built using a 2015-model Ducati Scrambler 800 and named ‘Nu-One,’ this […]
Aprilia Racers Days 2022 Dates Announced
Aprilia USA has announced the 2022 dates for the celebrate Aprilia Racers Days, track day program. The unique activity brings leading industry partners to the track, allowing customers to experience not only the latest Aprilia motorcycle models on track, but also the latest protection equipment from Dainese and AGV, and performance tires from Pirelli. Hosted […]
