There was a lot of excitement about the return of Triumph to desert racing with the new Scrambler 1200 XE. Evoking memories of Steve McQueen and On Any Sunday, stunt rider Ernie Vigil was set to compete in the Baja 1000 from November 14-18th, 2018. But now a Vigil injury delays the Triumph Scrambler desert racing return, as a practice accident resulted in broken bones. After several months of training and preparation, things were all set for the new Triumph Scrambler 1200 EX to head into the desert in a few days. But a practice accident … [Read more...]
New Shell And Designs For The LS2 Subverter Helmet
The LS2 Subverter helmet is designed for motocross and off-road riding. And with a range of existing and new designs in suitably lairy graphics, it'll get you noticed. Plus it's ECE 2205 approved if you want to take your dirtbike style on the road. The long oval shell shape is designed to fit your head comfortably. LS2 produce three different sizes to give the smallest, lightest option depending on what actual helmet size you go for. And the overall weight is 1300 grams, so it should be comfortable for all day spent on dirt or … [Read more...]
Pedal Power With The New Ducati MIG-RR Electric Mountain Bike
There's a fair bit of cross over between motorcycling and bicycles. They're both on two wheels. Motorcycle racers are often keen cyclists to stay race it. And middle-aged motorcyclists trying to regain their fitness also commonly embrace Lycra instead of leather. Plus everything is coming together as everything switches to electric power. So it makes sense that you can now pedal way on the new Ducati MIG-RR electric mountain bike. So the new Ducati MIG-RR electric mountain bike will let you pretend to be Andrea Dovizioso (or Danilo … [Read more...]
2019 Moto Guzzi Experience Will Cover 9 Months Of Riding
You might need to start booking extra holidays from work as the 2019 Moto Guzzi Experience will cover 9 months of riding trips from March until November. It's the third year of the Italian factory organising all-inclusive motorcycle trips. And for the first time they'll even be heading into other countries as you get the chance to try out the whole range of current Moto Guzzi machines. The Moto Guzzi Experience originally launched in 2017. And so far it has included exploring the roads of Sardinia, Tuscany and the Dolomites in Trentino. … [Read more...]
Special Peugeot Metropolis 120 Ans Has A Built-in Dash Cam
Recording your ride on video isn't just about showing off and providing self-incriminating evidence to the police. Or building a career as a Youtuber. It can also be useful to settle insurance disputes and improve your rear vision. Which might the special Peugeot Metropolis 120 Ans has a built-in dash cam. The limited edition three-wheeled scooter has been created to celebrate 120 years of motorcycles from the company, with front and rear facing cameras. Armand Peugeot created his first motorcycle back in 1898 with a De Dion-Bouton … [Read more...]
Triumph Enter The New Scrambler 1200 XE For The Baja 1000
How to celebrate launching a new motorcycle with better off-road ability? How about immediately putting it into one of the toughest and most legendary non-stop desert races? That's the kind of approach we can respect, as Triumph enter the new Scrambler 1200 XE for the Baja 1000. With relatively few modifications, the new Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE will be raced by stuntman and off-road racer Enrie Vigil on a gruelling course linked to motorcycling since it was first created back in the 1960s. A route from Tijuana to La Paz was originally … [Read more...]
Michael Rutter Rides A 2019 KTM 1290 Super Duke GT On The Isle of Man
Watch the video and check out the pictures as Michael Rutter rides a 2019 KTM 1290 Super Duke GT on the Isle of Man. The TT, Macau GP and BSB winner takes in the roads and sights from the ferry port in Douglas to the pub at Creg-ny-Baa, stopping off at Jurby Motodrome on the way. And showing the versatility of the new Super Duke in the process. Or at least that's what KTM will obviously be hoping. The 2019 KTM 1290 Super Duke GT gets a host of upgrades aiming to make it more practical for touring. And more fun when you want to carve … [Read more...]