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Just like with lots of other things, people’s buying habits for motorcycle tires go in phases. Or cycles, if you don’t mind a terrible play on words. And, just like with lots of other things, a lot of it comes down to personal preferences and habits.
There are different kinds of riders with different motorcycles, different styles, different expectations. They’ll all have different motivations for buying tires, other than “the old ones were worn out.” So, let’s break it down a little.
Source: Simpletire.com
Regardless of what type of motorcycle you’re into or what your demands are, tires are going to be one of the biggest ongoing expenses you’ll have.
Grand touring tires on a car can last 60k miles, but sport touring tires for a motorcycle might last a fraction that long. Rubber formulations have a lot to do with that life expectancy for tires, and they have a pretty profound effect on handling and ride quality as well. And, of course, that soft
rubber compound on a sport-bike tire is going to be stickier for killer handling ability, but it’ll also wear a lot quicker.
Let’s get a quick rundown of a few top-notch picks for tires, across several different tire types:
Regardless of what kind of motorcycle you ride and what your demands are, there’s one thing you don’t want to do, that is, over-stretch the life of your tires. Riding on worn motorcycle tires is just plain dangerous, as you compromise traction and risk having a tire failure. Either one of
these can be catastrophic, obviously.
Don’t take that chance. If your tires are in need of replacement, don’t put it off until it’s too late.
Go ahead and pull the trigger on a new set of tires.
Source: MotorbikeWriter.com
Can you identify this scooter thief from the inset image of the man while riding in the back of a taxi?
Sunshine Coast detectives want to speak to him about the theft of a Suzuki UK110 scooter from outside a surf club at Coolum last week.
Just after 4pm last Saturday (9 May 2020), the man attended the surf club on David Low Way where he stole a silver 2015 Suzuki UK110 bearing Queensland registration 095QU.
Prior to this, the man attempted to steal a car from a house on First Avenue at Coolum Beach, just after 3.30pm.
The man was confronted by the residents and ran from the area.
He is described as Caucasian in appearance, of a solid build with short dark hair. He is also described as having New Zealand accent and wearing a black shirt and shorts at the time.
Anyone with information that could identify the man, or the whereabouts of the scooter, is urged to contact police.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.
You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.
Quote this reference number: QP2000959139 within the online suspicious activity form.
Motorcycle and scooter theft rose more than any other category of vehicle last year with South East Queensland a hotspot for thieves.
Source: MotorbikeWriter.com
New Harley-Davidson boss Jochen Zeitz has delayed the release of the company’s first adventure bike, the Pan America, as well as the Bronx streetfighter until 2021.
The water-cooled models were to be released in August 2020.
We suspect they may be released about February or March 2021.
That is based on Jochen’s “Rewire” strategy for the company which includes launching new models at the start of the northern hemisphere riding season, instead of near the end.
Jochen Zeitz with the electric LiveWire
Jochen was recently named as the new CEO and president after being appointed interim CEO when former boss Matt Levatich was sacked in February.
It includes concentrating on “profitable iconic heritage bikes” while committing to branching out to adventure touring, the new Streetfighter range and electric motorcycles.
However, the 57-year-old former Puma boss has pushed back the launch of the Bronx and Pan America.
It seems he may want to concentrate more on those “iconic heritage bikes”.
Many Harley fans may be hoping that means a return of the Dyna and V-Rod families.
Bronx Streetfighter
Meanwhile, the 1250cc Pan America and 975cc Bronx Streetfighter were to be the first of many models to come with “Revolution Max” engines of 500cc, 975cc and 1250cc.
Many would consider the 975 and 1250 as big displacements, but Harley calls them midweight which they are in Harley terms as their current engines range from 500cc to over 1900cc.
Pan America
The Pan America adventure tourer has 145hp (108kW) of power and 88Nm of torque, while theBronx streetfighter has output of 115hp (85kW) and 94Nm.
Bronx 975cc engine
Harley says the 60-degree V-twin Revolution Max platform engine is designed to offer “flexible performance with a broad powerband that builds to a surge of high-RPM power”.
The Revolution Max models were part of Matt’s “More Roads” strategy which included a 100 new models in 10 years.
Jochen says the More Roads strategy needs to be “reassessed”.
His Rewire strategy is his “playbook for the next few months, leading to a new five-year strategic plan which we’ll share when visibility to the future returns”.
To implement the plan he has launched an internal management restructure and established a CEO Roundtable of “select dealers and former Harley-Davidson leaders”.
Source: MotorbikeWriter.com
Ducati Australia has confirmed pricing and arrival for the new Streetfighter V4 which has been delayed by the coronavirus pandemic lockdown.
The exciting 208hp naked bike will now arrive in July at $A29,500 ride away for the Streetfighter and $33,900 for the Streetfighter S.
That compares with $31,650 and $40,490 for the Panigale V4 and V4S on which it is based.
Ducati was to have released it in March, but the Bologna factory was closed for several weeks for cleaning and reorganising to ensure staff were safe.
As production now returns to normal, Ducati CEO Claudio Domenicali says they have a lot of orders for the new Streetfighter V4, as well as the Multistrada GT and Panigale V2.
The Steetfighter is only slightly detuned from the Panigale V4’s 211 (157kW) to 208hp (155kW) and weighs in at 201kg.
To control all that power and keep the front wheel on the ground, it has an aero package that creates 28kg of downforce at 270km/h.
The aggressive street brawl design is highlighted by two sets of wings on either side of the bike.
Here is the Ducati press release and tech specs:
The foundation of the Steetfighter V4 is a Panigale V4 stripped of its fairings and equipped with high, wide handlebars. Weighing 178 kg, it is powered by a 1103 cc Desmosedici Stradale engine, its 208 hp kept under control by biplane aerofoils and a latest-generation electronics package: a combination of factors and modifications that Ducati calls the “Fight Formula”. The result is an over-the-top naked Ducati, modern and technological, with an assertively eye-catching design. A bike that does nothing to hide its segment-leading performance, but which also ensures practicality and full-on fun during everyday rides.
The minimalist full-LED headlight with its V-shaped DRL captures the spirit of the Streetfighter V4 perfectly. On the one hand, it recalls the front of the Panigale V4 and, on the other, evokes the crazy grin of the Joker (the comic strip character from which the Ducati Style Center drew inspiration for this new Bologna-built naked).
On the Streetfighter V4, the Front Frame and Desmosedici Stradale engine take centre-stage. Only partially screened by superstructures that have been cut to a bare minimum, their sharp lines create a clean, essential whole.
Such powerful design demands a powerful engine, and the 1103 cc 208 hp Desmosedici Stradale fits the bill: for a naked, it packs an impressive punch, yet dedicated engine mapping lets the rider control the power with confidence. The engine – combined with a kerb weight of 178 kg (“S” version) – boosts the power/weight ratio to an impressive 1.17. Performance can be further improved by mounting the full-racing Ducati Performance exhaust by Akrapovič, which raises power to 220 hp and reduces weight by 6 kg.
The feisty performance of this bike is stabilised by sophisticated electronics lifted directly from the Panigale V4 and the ‘biplane’ aerofoils developed by Ducati Corse aerodynamicists. Brought forward to maximise their effect, the aerofoils generate 28 kg of downforce at 270 kph, attenuating front wheel ‘floating’ at high speed and the tendency to wheel-up. They also boost stability during braking at the turn-in point and through the corner. On the road, this dynamic behaviour instils confidence. On the track, instead, it boosts performance by limiting electronic control intervention and allowing delayed braking.
The latest-generation electronics package on the Streetfighter V4 is based on a 6-axis inertial measurement platform which instantly detects the bike’s roll, yaw and pitch angles. The electronics oversee every part of the ride: some controls manage start, acceleration and braking, others handle traction, while some lend a helping hand on corners and out-of-the-corner stretches. Safety, performance, and bags of personality: the new Ducati Streetfighter V4 has arrived!
Engine | Desmosedici Stradale 90° V4, rearward-rotating crankshaft, 4 Desmodromically actuated valves per cylinder, liquid cooled |
Displacement | 1,103 cc |
Bore X stroke | 81 x 53.5 mm |
Compression ratio | 14.0:1 |
Power | 153 kW (208 hp) @ 12,750 rpm |
Torque | 123 Nm (90.4 lb-ft) @ 11,500 rpm |
Fuel injection | Electronic fuel injection system. Twin injectors per cylinder. Full ride-by-wire elliptical throttle bodies. |
Exhaust | 4-2-1-2 system, with 2 catalytic converters and 2 lambda probes |
Transmission | |
Gearbox | 6 speed with Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down EVO 2 |
Primary drive | Straight cut gears; Ratio 1.80:1 |
Ratio | 1=38/14 2=36/17 3=33/19 4=32/21 5=30/22 6=30/24 |
Final drive | Chain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 42 |
Clutch | Hydraulically controlled slipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch |
Chassis | |
Frame | Aluminium alloy “Front Frame” |
Front suspension | Fully adjustable Showa BPF fork. 43 mm chromed inner tubes |
Front wheel | 5-spokes light alloy 3.50″ x 17″ |
Front tyre | Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa II 120/70 ZR17 |
Rear Suspension | Fully adjustable Sachs unit. Aluminum single-sided swingarm |
Rear Wheel | 5-spokes light alloy 6.00” x 17” |
Rear tyre | Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa II 200/60 ZR17 |
Wheel travel (front/rear) | 120 mm (4.7 in) – 130 mm (5.1 in) |
Front brake | 2 x 330 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc Stylema® (M4.30) 4-piston callipers with Cornering ABS EVO |
Rear brake | 245 mm disc, 2-piston calliper with Cornering ABS EVO |
Instrumentation | Last generation digital unit with 5″ TFT colour display |
Dimensions and weights | |
Dry weight | 180 kg (397 lb) |
Kerb weight* | 201 kg (443 lb) |
Seat height | 845 mm (33.3 in) |
Wheelbase | 1.488 mm (58.6 in) |
Rake | 24,5° |
Front wheel trail | 100 mm (4 in) |
Fuel tank capacity | 16 l – 4.23 gallon (US) |
Number of seats | Dual seats |
Equipment | |
Safety equipment | Riding Modes, Power Modes, Cornering ABS EVO, Ducati Traction Control (DTC) EVO 2, Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC) EVO, Ducati Slide Control (DSC), Engine Brake Control (EBC) EVO, Auto tyre calibration |
Standard equipment | Ducati Power Launch (DPL), Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down EVO 2, Full LED lighting with Daytime Running Light (DRL), Sachs steering damper, Quick adjustment buttons, Auto-off indicators, Passenger seat and footpegs. Ducati Multimedia System (DMS). |
Additional equipment | – |
Ready for | Ducati Data Analyser+ (DDA+) with GPS module, Ducati LinkApp, anti-theft, heating grips, Ducati Lap Timer GPS (DLT GPS) |
Warranty | |
Warranty (months) | 24 months unlimited mileage |
Maintenance (km/months) | 12,000 km (7,500 mi) / 12 months |
Valve clearance adjustment (km) | 24,000 km (15,000 mi) |
Consumption and Emissions (only for countries where Euro 4 standard applies) | |
Standard | Euro 4 |
*Kerb weights indicate total bike weight with all operating consumable liquids and a fuel tank filled to 90% of capacity (as per EU Regulation 44/2014 Annex XI). |
Engine | Desmosedici Stradale 90° V4, rearward-rotating crankshaft, 4 Desmodromically actuated valves per cylinder, liquid cooled |
Displacement | 1,103 cc |
Bore X stroke | 81 x 53.5 mm |
Compression ratio | 14.0:1 |
Power | 153 kW (208 hp) @ 12,750 rpm |
Torque | 123 Nm (90.4 lb-ft) @ 11,500 rpm |
Fuel injection | Electronic fuel injection system. Twin injectors per cylinder. Full ride-by-wire elliptical throttle bodies. |
Exhaust | 4-2-1-2 system, with 2 catalytic converters and 2 lambda probes |
Transmission | |
Gearbox | 6 speed with Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down EVO 2 |
Primary drive | Straight cut gears; Ratio 1.80:1 |
Ratio | 1=38/14 2=36/17 3=33/19 4=32/21 5=30/22 6=30/24 |
Final drive | Chain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 42 |
Clutch | Hydraulically controlled slipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch |
Chassis | |
Frame | Aluminium alloy “Front Frame” |
Front suspension | Öhlins NIX30 43 mm fully adjustable fork with TiN treatment. Electronic compression and rebound damping adjustment with Öhlins Smart EC 2.0 event-based mode |
Front wheel | 3-spokes forged aluminum alloy 3.50″ x 17″ |
Front tyre | Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa II 120/70 ZR17 |
Rear Suspension | Fully adjustable Ohlins TTX36 unit. Electronic compression and rebound damping adjustment with Öhlins Smart EC 2.0 event-based mode. Aluminium single-sided swingarm |
Rear Wheel | 3-spokes forged aluminum alloy 6.00″ x 17″ |
Rear tyre | Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa II 200/60 ZR17 |
Wheel travel (front/rear) | 120 mm (4.7 in) – 130 mm (5.1 in) |
Front brake | 2 x 330 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc Stylema® (M4.30) 4-piston callipers with Cornering ABS EVO |
Rear brake | 245 mm disc, 2-piston calliper with Cornering ABS EVO |
Instrumentation | Last generation digital unit with 5″ TFT colour display |
Dimensions and weights | |
Dry weight | 178 kg (392 lb) |
Kerb weight* | 199 kg (439 lb) |
Seat height | 845 mm (33.3 in) |
Wheelbase | 1.488 mm (58.6 in) |
Rake | 24,5° |
Front wheel trail | 100 mm (4 in) |
Fuel tank capacity | 16 l – 4.23 gallon (US) |
Number of seats | Dual seats |
Equipment | |
Safety equipment | Riding Modes, Power Modes, Cornering ABS EVO, Ducati Traction Control (DTC) EVO 2, Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC) EVO, Ducati Slide Control (DSC), Engine Brake Control (EBC) EVO, Auto tyre calibration |
Standard equipment | Ducati Power Launch (DPL), Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down EVO 2, Full LED lighting with Daytime Running Light (DRL), Ducati Electronic Suspension (DES) EVO with Ohlins suspension and steering damper, Quick adjustment buttons, Auto-off indicators, Passenger seat and footpegs, Ducati Multimedia System (DMS). Marchesini aluminium forged wheels |
Additional equipment | – |
Ready for | Ducati Data Analyser+ (DDA+) with GPS module, Ducati LinkApp, anti-theft, heating grips, Ducati Lap Timer GPS (DLT GPS) |
Warranty | |
Warranty (months) | 24 months unlimited mileage |
Maintenance (km/months) | 12,000 km (7,500 mi) / 12 months |
Valve clearance adjustment (km) | 24,000 km (15,000 mi) |
Consumption and Emissions (only for countries where Euro 4 standard applies) | |
Standard | Euro 4 |
*Kerb weights indicate total bike weight with all operating consumable liquids and a fuel tank filled to 90% of capacity (as per EU Regulation 44/2014 Annex XI). |
Source: MotorbikeWriter.com
MV Agusta has revealed two new colour schemes for its coming neo-retro superbike, the Superveloce 800.
Powered by a 798 cc triple-cylinder engine making a claimed 148 horsepower at 13,000 rpm and 88 Nm at 10,6000 rpm, the Superveloce will be priced at $33,690 ride away in Australia.
MV Agusta Superveloce 800
With a dry weight of 173 kg riding on fully-adjustable Marzocchi forks and Sachs shock the Superveloce is also armed with a full suite of electronics including Bosch 9+ ABS, an eight-level traction control system via Mikuni ride-by-wire throttle bodies and an Eldor EM2.0 ECU.
MV Agusta Superveloce 800
Customers can now choose from new liveries. To select the most attractive combinations, MV Agusta designers say they listened to their biggest critic: MV Agusta’s fans.
MV Agusta Superveloce 800
The first colour variant implies MV Agusta classic corporate colours, Ago Red and Ago Silver, relating to the rich racing history of the marque.
MV Agusta Superveloce 800
The gold wheels and frame details are inspired by the thoroughbred Italian racing machines from the past.
MV Agusta Superveloce 800
The second colour variant is Metallic Carbon Black and Dark Metallic Matt Grey with co-ordinated gold detailing on both the wheels and frame.
MV Agusta Superveloce 800
In MV’s words, this combination of colours provides a sophisticated sober feel, synonymous with the Formula1 racing of the 70’s providing a rich yet restrained alternative to the Corporate MV Agusta colours. We just reckon it looks pretty good.
MV Agusta Superveloce 800
Adrian Morton
Design Director at MV Agusta’s Research Center CRC
“Following the presentation of the Superveloce 800 in Milano, we took on board feedback from both the public and importers and decided to create two colour schemes, both with a gold-finish frame, that accentuate the neo-retro theme, highlight the curvaceous styling and align the models to our brand values.”
MV Agusta Superveloce 800
Source: MCNews.com.au
Ever since Honda first introduced Apple CarPlay to motorcycling with the GoldWing in 2018, and followed it up this year by also introducing that very useful technology to the new Africa Twin, those without iPhones have been up in arms at the lack of the Android auto functionality.
Apple Car Play is standard across all models on the 2020 Honda CRF1100L, and Android Auto integration is coming via a software update
Dealing with the faceless bureaucracy and ridiculous procedures put in place by Apple through every level as a developer is made virtually impossible, while Google/Android are generally much more transparent to work with. But in this case it was seemingly Android not wanting their system used on motorcycles rather than Honda trying to work exclusively with Apple that caused the delay in bringing Android functionality to Honda’s systems.
Honda announced this week though that Android Auto integration for the Gold Wing, and presumably the Africa Twin, will be available from the middle of the year via a relatively simple software update.
Apple CarPlay
Like Apple CarPlay, Android Auto is a simple, safe way to use your phone on the motorcycle. With simplified interface, and easy-to-use voice actions, it is designed to minimize distraction so you can stay focused on the road.
Android Auto makes it easy to access your favourite music, media, and messaging apps on your motorcycle.
With your Google Assistant (equivalent to Siri on CarPlay) on Android Auto, you can stay focused, connected, and entertained, keeping your eyes on the road and your hands on the handlebar, while using your voice to help you with your day.
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration is also coming to more models from Honda.
2018 Honda Gold Wing Apple CarPlay navigation system used by Trev on his way to Tailem Bend in 2018
Source: MCNews.com.au
Some MotoGP World Championship riders resident in Andorra have resumed their training today, Wednesday, around the tight and twisty layout of the Circuit Andorra Pas de la Casa.
Not the normal tools that Alex Rins is normally seen on
A damp circuit greeted riders in the morning but the track dried in the afternoon which allowed riders to begin to sharpen their senses and skills surrounded by snow-capped mountains high up in the Pyrenees mountains, near the French border.
Tito Rabat
Australian’s Jack Miller and youngster Billy van Eerde also base themselves in Andorra during the race season and spend plenty of time on Circuit Andorra Pas de la Casa but the duo are still in Australia at this time.
The session featured MotoGP riders such as Tito Rabat, Fabio Quartararo, Álex Rins, Aleix and Pol Espargaró and Maverick Viñales, who will continue to prepare for what will be an unusual start to the World Championship over the coming weeks.
Alex Rins
Source: MCNews.com.au