The two title contenders will start on the front row at Portimao after a dramatic Superpole session in Portugal
Source: WorldSBK.com
Monthly Archives: September 2023
Ducati 1-2-3 as Bautista blitzes FP3, Rea and Razgatlioglu 14th and 15th as frustrations mount
Contrasting starts to Saturday for both title contenders as the rollercoaster gets set for blockbuster first race day of the weekend
Source: WorldSBK.com
“We’d like to see that happen” – Mick Shanley on prospect of Mackenzie in World Superbike
The PETRONAS MIE Racing Honda Team’s technical director spoke of the team’s WorldSSP rider and race winner in 2023 perhaps returning to Superbike machinery
Source: WorldSBK.com
Buell Amasses $120M in Super Cruiser 1190 Preorders
Buell has announced that it has surpassed $120 million in preorders for its new Super Cruiser 1190, which will go into production in 2025. This impressive amount over only six months of preorders shows an enthusiastic interest in the Super Cruiser and will help Buell continue growing its company.
Related: Buell Super Cruiser Designed by Roland Sands Unveiled at VIP Party
The Super Cruiser 1190 was designed in collaboration with famed builder Roland Sands and was unveiled in February 2023 at Roland Sands Design’s complex in Long Beach, California. It uses a new steel-tube frame, is powered by Buell’s liquid-cooled V-Twin that produces a claimed 175 hp, and weighs in at only 450 lb. This club-style hot-rod, which was also seen at Daytona Bike Week in March, has clearly attracted enough attention to draw in big dollars for Buell even before production starts.
“Americans love style, muscle, and performance,” says Bill Melvin, CEO of Buell. “The Super Cruiser breaks the mold for all three, and the response shows that Buell simply nailed it. This is utterly unheard of for an American V-Twin.”
Related: Buell Hammerhead 1190 to Start Production
Buell re-entered the motorcycle scene in 2021 with two new models. The company now has a five-model lineup, including the Hammerhead 1190 and Buell 1190SX sportbikes, the SuperTouring, and the 185-hp Baja Dune Racer dirtbike. The Super Cruiser will use Buell’s existing 1,190cc sportbike engine and a chassis inspired by Harley-Davidson’s FXR, which Erik Buell helped design. The Super Cruiser is estimated to retail for $20,000-$30,000.
This hefty preorder number has cemented Buell’s commitment to continue growing its company. Buell is looking to create jobs, collaborate with suppliers and vendors, and find development partners.
“We’ve laid a solid foundation over the last two years with an amazing team and support from West Michigan leaders,” said Melvin. “Now, the overwhelming demand for the Super Cruiser puts Buell on a trajectory for significant long-term growth. This ramp-up will be nothing short of exhilarating. Anyone interested in joining us for this exciting ride – in any capacity – should reach out now. We want to work with you.”
For more information, visit the Buell Motorcycle website.
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Nelson-Rigg Commuter Motorcycle Luggage: Tail Bag and Tank Bag | Gear Review
Motorcycles offer many advantages over other methods of transportation. However, one drawback is a lack of storage space. Whether packing for a weekend trip or picking up a few groceries on your way home from work, having a versatile motorcycle luggage system can be a game-changer, and that’s what the Nelson-Rigg Commuter luggage series provides.
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The Nelson-Rigg Commuter Tail Bag is a useful piece of gear that allows for quick attachment and removal. It’s made with UltraMax fabric with UV protection and a molded EVA carbon-like panel that helps the bag to hold its shape. It also comes with a waterproof rain cover, internal straps with hook-and-loop fastening, and a mesh pocket under the lid.
Perhaps the most convenient aspect of this particular bit of motorcycle luggage is how easy it is to attach and remove from a bike. The bag comes with four straps and four attachment points. It can be secured on the bike in two ways, either by removing the passenger seat and looping the straps under the seat before replacing it or by fixing the straps to solid points on the bike. The bag also comes with a shoulder strap that can be looped through a D-ring to convert the bag into a backpack.
The Nelson-Rigg Commuter Tail Bag comes in three sizes: Lite (11.7 liters, 15.3 liters expanded, $119.95), Sport (16.4 liters, 22.3 liters expanded, $129.95), and Touring (24.8 liters, 33.0 liters expanded, $159.95).
The Nelson-Rigg Commuter Tank Bag is constructed of the same materials as the Commuter Tail Bag, and it includes a waterproof rain cover and a clear map/phone pocket.
Like the Tail Bag, the Tank Bag attaches to most motorcycles, either by straps or magnets. The magnet system is easiest to use, since all that’s required is untucking the magnets from the nonslip bottom and sticking them to a metal tank. To use the strap system, loop one strap around the neck of the bike and attach the two ends to buckles on the bag, then loop a second strap through a solid point under the seat and attach the ends to the other two buckles.
The Commuter Tank Bag comes in two sizes: Lite (5.8 liters, 8.4 liters expanded, $119.95) and Sport (10 liters, 14.5 liters expanded, $139.95).
I appreciate the versatility and ease of attachment and removal that the Nelson-Rigg Commuter motorcycle luggage provides. I use the Sport sizes of both bags for weekend trips and daily commutes and find they provide plenty of space for my storage needs. They have proven to be durable, hold their shape well, and can be used on almost any motorcycle. The only downside I’ve encountered is that they would be easy for someone to snatch off my bike since the attachment points are visible and simple to undo, so I park where my bike is visible during lunch stops and remove the bags when I’m done riding for the day.
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MOVING OUT: Bassani achieves factory dream as Rea replacement at Kawasaki for 2024
After three years in the Motocorsa Racing family, Axel Bassani will move out and up to the factory Kawasaki effort for next year
Source: WorldSBK.com
AIMING TO DOUBLE UP: what does Alvaro Bautista need to be crowned Champion at Portimao?
The reigning World Champion and Championship leader could become the first Ducati rider in over 20 years to defend his crown but what are the permutations saying?
Source: WorldSBK.com
0.034s separates the top three as Navarro tops WorldSSP on Friday, Manzi P5 after FP2 crash
Jorge Navarro was the rider to beat on Friday but not much separated him from Yari Montella and Nicolo Bulega in second and third
Source: WorldSBK.com
Bautista storms to top spot on Friday, Toprak only P8 as Gerloff stars on Day 1 at Portimao
Headlines were everywhere you looked as WorldSBK action ignited in Portugal, with familiar faces combined with surprises at the front of the field
Source: WorldSBK.com
TITLE CHANCES: how can Buis make history on Saturday at Portimao?
The Dutchman could become the first two-time Champion in WorldSSP300 history on Saturday as he looks to make history
Source: WorldSBK.com