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2021 Yamaha MT-07
Ups
- Easy-to-love engine
- Relatively well-priced $7,699 MSRP
- Responsive, confidence-inspiring handling
- Updates to brakes provide noticeably more stopping power
Downs
- New styling can be controversial
Verdict
The MT-07 continues to give riders what they really need, while nixing things they don’t. It’s raw, it’s fun, and it has a broad appeal.
Overview
With an ultraversatile engine, low price point, and nimble handling, the Yamaha MT-07 leaves very little to be desired. It was introduced in 2014 under the FZ name and has been easy to love ever since. Yamaha has hit many of the MT-07′s components with updates for the 2021 model year for what we called “a brilliant job of engineering editing.”
Updates for 2021
Updates start with making the CP2 engine Euro 5 compliant, and this entails revised ECU specs, a new intake system with shorter intake runners, and a new 2-into-1 exhaust with repositioned catalytic converter, among others. Other powertrain updates include exhaust valve seats with increased heat tolerance and tightened dog spacing on second and third gear. Bigger front brake discs (that are now round rather than wave-rotor shaped) are also new to aid with stronger stopping power. Ergonomics have been revised with the new taller and wider handlebar. The MT also experiences a face-lift with new styling, LED lighting, with a new LCD display and rearranged handlebar cluster.
Pricing and Variants
The MT series is well known for its affordability. The MT-07, of course, represents well with a $7,699 price tag.
Powertrain: Engine, Transmission, and Performance
The MT-07′s 689cc parallel-twin engine now meets Euro 5 regulations with changes, but what hasn’t changed is its easy-to-ride character. Contributor Steven Anderson wrote: “With relatively short gearing and a torque curve that stays above 40 pound-feet from 3,500 to 8,800 rpm, the MT-07 rockets away from traffic lights. It’s a machine that feels strong anytime 4,000 shows on the tach; a machine that you can ride like a supersport, keeping the rpm high, or relax a little and let the torque pull you along with less engine speed.”
On our in-house dyno the 2021 MT-07 produced 67.02 hp at 8,720 rpm and 46.28 pound-feet of torque at 6,240 rpm.
Handling
Anderson further commented: “The MT feels like you can place it anywhere on the road at any time. It’s quick and responsive and agile, a motorcycle that will make any rider feel as if his skills have improved just by hopping on.”
Suspension remains the same as year’s past with a 41mm KYB fork and a link-type KYB shock, the latter of which is adjustable for preload and rebound. Sharp-edged bumps may have you wishing for more sophisticated suspension, Anderson said, but generally it works well.
Brakes
The brakes have seen some refinements to the front rotor shape and its size. The full package includes a four-piston caliper with 298mm discs (front) and single-piston caliper with a 245mm disc. ABS is standard, though it does not see the upper-spec cornering ABS as seen on its MT-09 sibling.
Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG
Yamaha estimates 58 mpg for the middleweight MT-07.
Ergonomics: Comfort and Utility
In order to make the middleweight MT comfortable for a range of rider sizes, Yamaha has made the handlebar 32mm wider and 19mm taller. This also contributes to a slightly more upright riding position with an increase in steering leverage. A passenger seat is included, but other comforts like a fly screen or cowl would have to be purchased separately. Cycle World staff measured the seat height at 31.7 inches and a fully fueled wet weight of 407 pounds.
Electronics
The MT-07 has ABS as standard, LED lighting, and information is located on the multifunction negative LCD display.
Warranty and Maintenance Coverage
Yamaha has a one-year limited factory warranty for the MT.
Quality
Look up “most bang for your buck” and you will find the MT series listed. The MT-07 has an easy-to-love engine, agile chassis, and improved brakes for a price that will be approved by the wallet.
2021 Yamaha MT-07 Claimed Specifications
| MSRP: | $7,699 |
| Engine: | 689cc, DOHC, liquid-cooled parallel twin; 4 valves/cyl. |
| Bore x Stroke: | 80.0 x 68.6mm |
| Transmission/Final Drive: | 6-speed/chain |
| Fuel Delivery: | Fuel injection w/ 38mm throttle bodies |
| Clutch: | Wet, multiplate; cable actuation |
| Engine Management/Ignition: | TCI |
| Frame: | Tubular steel double backbone |
| Front Suspension: | KYB 41mm right-side-up fork; 5.1 in. travel |
| Rear Suspension: | KYB shock, preload and rebound damping adjustable; 5.1 in. travel |
| Front Brake: | Advics 4-piston calipers, dual 298mm discs w/ ABS |
| Rear Brake: | Nissin 1-piston caliper, 245mm single disc w/ ABS |
| Wheels, Front/Rear: | Cast aluminum |
| Tires, Front/Rear: | 120/70ZR-17 / 180/55ZR-17 |
| Rake/Trail: | 24.8°/3.5 in. |
| Wheelbase: | 55.1 in. |
| Ground Clearance: | 5.5 in. |
| Seat Height: | 31.7 in. |
| Fuel Capacity: | 3.7 gal. |
| Wet Weight: | 406 lb. |
| Contact: | yamaha-motor.com |
Cycle World Tested Specifications
| Seat Height: | 31.7 in. |
| Wet Weight: | 407 lb. |
| Rear-Wheel Horsepower: | 67.02 hp @ 8,720 rpm |
| Rear-Wheel Torque: | 46.28 lb.-ft. @ 6,240 rpm |
Source: MotorCyclistOnline.com
Ducati Boasts Double Podiums At Laguna Seca
This weekend saw the breaking of a couple of records at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca by none other than Loris Baz, who broke the record for the weekend’s fastest lap – his best this season.
Baz also did his team proud, challenging Yamaha’s Jake Gagne for the Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati.
“It’s been a great weekend; the best we’ve had so far,” Baz says. “We’ve had no real issues all weekend; besides the small fumble on Friday, we’ve been strong all weekend. I think since Road America, race one, we finally found a bass setup that I like on the bike, so I’m riding better and better.”
“I’ve really enjoyed riding the V4 R at Laguna Seca. I was able to put pressure on Jake during race one and race two. We put on a great show in front of the many fans around the track. Considering how new this project is, we are getting better and better, so I look forward to the future.”
The results won Baz two second-place podiums, punting him into fifth place.
Toni Elias isn’t far behind either. His battle at the Panera Bread Ducati boosted him from 8th to 7th as he subbed in for Kyle Wyman, who broke his left arm at the Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta on June 13.
Wyman plans on focusing his efforts on winning the Mission King Of The Baggers Championship (if you’re interested in baggers on a racetrack, check out the interview we did on Patricia Fernandez).
“I am really happy to come here and have the opportunity to ride Kyle’s bike,” says Elias. “I felt what it was like to be racing again, feeling the pressure, the nervousness, and battling all the way up until the last corner. It’s been amazing. We worked on improving every session to get better and better. We suffered with traction, and that’s what made me suffer a little, but in general, we made good steps forward.”
“I felt super great with Kyle’s team – a lot of good people. They were very open and listened to my opinion, which can be difficult when coming into a new team. Overall, it was a good experience, and now I have more information on the Ducati, so I look forward to the future to hopefully continue riding for the brand.”
Here are the official specs of the weekend’s results:
2021 MotoAmerica Superbike Standing – Top 5
P1 – Jake Gagne (Yamaha) 225
P2 – Mathew Scholtz (Yamaha) 160
P3 – Josh Herrin (Yamaha) 145
P4 – Cameron Petersen (Suzuki) 137
P5 – Loris Baz (Ducati) 122
P10 – Kyle Wyman (Ducati) 49
Best of luck to these young men in the continuation of the season.
Source: MotorbikeWriter.com
Check Out IMS Progressive Outdoors Adventure Out!
At select U.S. cities through November of this year, the Progressive IMS Outdoors series is hosting three-day powersports festivals for enthusiasts and potential riders of all ages and skill levels. You can see the latest models from motorcycle manufacturers and products from aftermarket vendors, and get demo rides on motorcycles, ATVs, e-bicycles, e-scooters, and other powersports vehicles, both on- and off-road. There will also be local artisans, musical performances, and craft food and drinks available throughout each weekend.
Check out the full schedule here.
The Open Road to Progressive IMS Outdoors
Rider has is showcasing scenic rides to each stop on the tour. The first stop is at Sonoma Raceway in Northern California, July 16-18. Check out The Open Road to Progressive IMS Outdoors: Fort Bragg to Sonoma Raceway, which includes a route/map provided by REVER.
Adventure Out!
Returning attractions include the Marketplace, IMS Vintage, Discover The Ride, the Ultimate Builder Custom Bike Show, and an expanded Adventure Out! area, a space to learn, explore, and share the adventure of life on two wheels. A central campsite, surrounded by exhibitors, acts as a place for education and discovery with experienced riders and RVers sharing their stories and tips. While there, be sure to enter Explorify’s and Rider Magazine’s sweepstakes for a chance to win a free 3-day motorcycle rental and a lifetime subscription to Rider Magazine. And pick up a copy of Rider Magazine, your source for touring, travel, and adventure on two wheels.
Guest speakers at Adventure Out! include:
- Longhaulpaul (Paul Pelland), a long-distance motorcyclist with multiple sclerosis who is riding 1,000,000 miles to raise money and awareness for MS. Longhaulpaul will be at the Northern California (July 16-18), Chicago (August 20-22), and Southern California (November 19-21) shows.
- Bret Tkacs, a world traveler, professional trainer, writer, and YouTuber who gives dynamic presentations about the physics and psychology of riding. Bret will be at the New York (September 3-5), Pennsylvania (September 10-12), Texas (October 1-3), Nashville (October 8-10), and Florida (October 15-17) shows.
- Lucinda Belden, a motorcycle and RV travel writer who has a column in Ride Texas. She is an avid sidecarist and documents her travels on Facebook for Direction Wide Open and Twist Your Throttle. Lucinda will be at the Chicago (August 20-22), Pennsylvania (September 10-12), Texas (October 1-3), Nashville (October 8-10), Florida (October 15-17), and Atlanta (October 29-31) shows.
- Andrew Muse, is a professional multisport athlete and adventure filmmaker who’s lived on the road for the better part of the last decade out of many different kinds of vehicles. Andrew is known for his aptitude for actions sports, wild lifestyle, and his series “Tiny Home Adventure.” Andrew will be at the Northern California (July 16-18) show.
Check out the IMS Outdoors schedule and buy tickets at motorcycleshows.com.
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Wayne Rainey: Ep. 16 Rider Magazine Insider Podcast
Our guest for Episode 16 of the Rider Magazine Insider Podcast is Wayne Rainey, president of MotoAmerica and a motorcycle racing legend. Rainey is a 2-time AMA Superbike champion (1983, 1987) and 3-time Grand Prix World Champion (1990-1992) in the premier 500cc class. In 1999 he was inducted into the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame, and in 2000 FIM named Rainey a Grand Prix Legend. Rainey is the president of MotoAmerica, which has managed and promoted the AMA Superbike series since 2015. We discuss Rainey’s racing career, MotoAmerica’s efforts to grow U.S. motorcycle racing, and MotoAmerica’s different classes, including Honos Superbike and Mission King of the Baggers. The GEICO MotoAmerica Superbike Speedfest will be July 9-11 at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca in Monterey, California. Tickets are available online, and racing coverage can be streamed on MotoAmerica Live+ or watched on Fox Sports FS2 and MAVTV. Check out the MotoAmerica website for details.
You can listen to Episode 16 on iTunes, Spotify, and SoundCloud, or via the Rider Magazine Insider webpage. Please subscribe, leave us a 5-star rating, and tell your friends!
Check out previous episodes:
- Ep. 15: Longhaulpaul (Paul Pelland), Chasing the Cure: a million-mile motorcycle journey for MS
- Ep. 14: Andy Goldfine, Aerostich founder and Ride to Work Day advocate
- Ep. 13: Dr. Gregory W. Frazier, America’s #1 extreme motorcycle adventurer
- Ep. 12: Daniel Calderon, Curator of Exhibitions at SFO Museum
- Ep. 11: Peter Jones, Rider columnist and author of The Bad Editor
- Ep. 10: Christian Dutcher, Director of Americade and Touratech DirtDaze Rally
- Ep. 09: Melissa Holbrook Pierson, author of The Perfect Vehicle
- Ep. 08: Rainer Buck, CEO of Edelweiss Bike Travel
- Ep. 07: Michael Lock, CEO of AMA Pro Racing
- Ep. 06: Alonzo Bodden, motorcycle enthusiast and comedian
- Ep. 05: Paul D’Orleans, publisher of The Vintagent
- Ep. 04: Eric Trow, Rider columnist and owner, Stayin’ Safe Advanced Riding Training
- Ep. 03: Clement Salvadori, traveling motorcyclist and Rider contributor
- Ep. 02: Kevin Wing, world-class motorcycle photographer and Rider contributor
- Ep. 01: Robert Pandya and Discover the Ride at the Progressive International Motorcycle Shows
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Wodonga ProMX Round 5 postpone due to Covid
The ProMX Management Team have postponed Round 5 of the Penrite ProMX Championship, presented by AMX Superstores, which was to be held at Wodonga, Victoria.
This decision has been made due to the continued complications of state government COVID-19 restrictions which have resulted from the ongoing COVID-19 outbreaks across Australia including South East Queensland and Greater Sydney.
The postponement decision has not been made lightly, as enforced border restrictions have affected a number of riders and teams, but more significantly they affect the ability to produce the ProMX Live TV production that is based from Greater Sydney.
ProMX Management has made the decision to provide advance notification to riders and teams during this highly complicated time, after the NSW Government recently extended its Greater Sydney lockdown for a further seven days.
Round 5 of the ProMX Championship was to be held July 25 at Wodonga, VIC. ProMX Management Team and the host club, Albury-Wodonga MCC will now work closely to review a potential new date the Penrite ProMX Championship, presented by AMX Superstores.
2021 AMA Flat Track Grand Championship scheduled for July 15
The 2021 AMA Flat Track Grand Championship is scheduled for July 15-20 in Du Quoin, Ill., promising five days of intense competition among the nation’s elite amateur riders as the Grand Championship returns to the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds.
This year’s event features 24 competitive classes, and in addition to racing the Mile on day one, racers will compete on the Half-Mile, TT and Short Track over the five-day event. The full racing schedule, class structure and updated regulations can be viewed at americanmotorcyclist.com.
The Magic Mile has an illustrious history in flat track racing, with races dating back to the 1920s. The return to the Magic Mile for 2021 is the first in over half a decade.
AMA National No. 1 plates will be awarded to the racers in each class who earn the highest point totals. Racers will compete for the Nicky Hayden AMA Flat Track Horizon Award, which honors an amateur racer poised for success at the pro level.
Awards will also be given for AMA Youth Flat Track Racer of the Year and AMA Vet/Senior Flat Track Racer of the Year. The Bill Werner Fast Brain Award will also be handed out to racers who are fast and display academic excellence. The award is bestowed upon a racer based upon his or her performance at the event, as well as their performance in school based on official school transcripts supplied at the time of application.
2021 SGP finale in Torun becomes a double
The FIM and BSI Speedway have revealed that the season-ending 2021 eWinner Torun FIM Speedway Grand Prix of Poland will now be a double-header event. The action takes place on Friday, October 1 and Saturday, October 2 at the Marian Rose Motoarena.
As with the previously announced double-headers, riders will compete each night for the maximum 20 points per SGP round. The final stop on the 2021 calendar is sure to be an exciting weekend, culminating in a world champion being crowned.
Torun has hosted an FIM Speedway Grand Prix round every year since 2010, with the World Championship trophy being presented six times at the Motoarena.
Tickets for the newly-announced Friday event will be available in due course.
Honda’s first MXGP champ meets its latest at Matterly Basin
At the second round of the 2021 FIM World Motocross Championship, in Matterley Basin, there was a meeting between two very special riders in Honda’s illustrious history – Graham Noyce and Tim Gajser.
The importance of these two legends cannot be understated as Noyce was Honda’s first ever world motocross champion in 1979, in the 500cc class, leading the way for a whole host of title-winning riders on red machines to follow, including Gajser, who is the reigning 2020 MXGP champion, on board his Honda CRF450RW.
In the years between, the list of champions riding Honda machines is unmatched by any other manufacturer, with a total of 20 titles by nine different riders in the 41 years, including a streak from 1984-1993 when Honda won every single premier title. And when you add in other world motocross championship classes, that streak extends to 1997 for a total of 14 years when Honda was on the top step of the final podium.
With over double the number of premier class championships, Honda could actually increase their dominance even further after the 2021 season as Gajser looks to win his third MXGP title in a row. He is already the most successful rider in their history with four titles and 30 GP wins and he is currently holding the red-plate in this year’s championship after third round which just took place in Maggiora, Italy.
Number of Premier Class Titles for Honda
3 – Tim Gajser
3 – Georges Jobe
3 – David Thorpe
3 – Andre Malherbe
2 – Frederic Bolley
2 – Stefan Everts
2 – Eric Geboers
1 – Greg Albertyn
1 – Graham Noyce
World Championship Titles for Honda
1979 – Graham Noyce (500cc)*
1980 – Andre Malherbe (500cc)*
1981 – Andre Malherbe (500cc)*
1984 – Andre Malherbe (500cc)*
1985 – David Thorpe (500cc)*
1986 – David Thorpe (500cc)*
1987 – Georges Jobe (500cc)*
1987 – Eric Geboers (250cc)
1988 – Eric Geboers (500cc)*
1988 – Jean-Michel Bayle (125cc)
1989 – David Thorpe (500cc)*
1989 – Jean-Michel Bayle (250cc)
1990 – Eric Geboers (500cc)*
1991 – Georges Jobe (500cc)*
1991 – Trampas Parker (250cc)
1992 – Georges Jobe (500cc)*
1992 – Greg Albertyn (125cc)
1993 – Greg Albertyn (250cc)*
1994 – Marcus Hansson (250cc)
1995 – Alessandro Puzar (125cc)
1996 – Stefan Everts (250cc)*
1997 – Stefan Everts (250cc)*
1999 – Frederic Bolley (250cc)*
2000 – Frederic Bolley (250cc)*
2011 – Julien Bill (MX3)
2013 – Klemen Gercar (MX3)
2015 – Tim Gajser (MX2)
2016 – Tim Gajser (MXGP)*
2019 – Tim Gajser (MXGP)*
2020 – Tim Gajser (MXGP)*
* denotes premier class title
Bolt claims 2021 Abestone Hard Enduro victory
Britain’s Billy Bolt started off by laid down the gauntlet at round three of the FIM Hard Enduro World Championship, producing the fastest qualification time at the Abestone Hard Enduro.
Already looking at home in the Tuscan mountains, Bolt topped Saturday’s time sheets ahead of Manuel Lettenbichler (KTM) and Taddy Blazusiak (GASGAS).
After a nine-week wait between the opening round at Extreme XL Lagares and the Abestone Hard Enduro, this year’s FIM Hard Enduro World Championship has finally roared back into life. Friday’s ELEVEIT Extreme Test gave competitors a chance to stretch their legs over a short but demanding extreme course.
The new Italian event promised much with big mountain riding, gnarly rocky climbs, and true Hard Enduro terrain, and it delivered on every count. After Saturday’s qualification, competitors got down to the business end of the weekend with the LIQUI MOLY Super Final, where two laps of a world-class Hard Enduro awaited them.
Having topped both Friday’s timed practice and Saturday’s qualification, Bolt sat on pole position for Sunday and started as the rider everyone had to beat. However, with just a 12-second cushion over closest rival Lettenbichler, it was still all to play for.
With Bolt opening the course, Lettenbichler patiently took his time and then gave chase. Knowing the early river section would be tough, he worked it hard and immediately caught up to Bolt’s rear wheel. From there the fight for victory was on. Throughout the two laps the duo swapped positions.
Lettenbichler appeared to have the edge on the rocky climbs up the mountain, while Bolt held the advantage on the way down. Pulling the pin on the final descents, Bolt put his Husqvarna out front and held Lettenbichler off to win.
Billy Bolt
“It’s awesome to pull off the win – it’s been a dream weekend for me to be honest. I came here wanting to show that my pace at Extreme XL Lagares was no fluke and that I’m ready for the riverbeds and climbs and I got to show that. The race itself was a bit of a blur, it was proper intense. I messed the early river section up and Mani got on my wheel, and we just battled from there. He had me in the Minestrone Rock Garden, but I felt strong in the woods. On the final lap I just went for the pass, made it stick and hung it out for the win!”
Manuel Lettenbichler
“I’m a little bummed not to have won, but second is definitely a great start to the season and the pace we had over the rest of the field was very strong. I can’t complain with my riding, I gave it everything and it was a good fight with Billy. I caught him early in the river and we rode back and forth together for most of the race. It came down to the wire, but just didn’t go my way. But it’s good to know where my pace is at now and with what we showed today, there’s going to be a lot more tight battles to come.”
Behind the leading duo – over 13 minutes behind, such was the speed of the top two – Jarvis was another man on a mission. Hampered by a starting position of ninth, he had work to do. Building pace as the race progressed, he began to pull back positions. A gamble not to refuel at the end of lap one leapfrogged him further up the running order. And with a strong run over the mountain, the 46-year-old Hard Enduro legend, took third.
Graham Jarvis
“My qualification wasn’t too good with ninth, so I had a good bit of traffic in front of me most of the way through. I rode too tense on the first lap and struggled to find a decent rhythm – especially with those early riverbed sections. Gradually I got the speed up and lap two was much better. We gambled on not refuelling and it worked out in our favour. I think my speed and fitness was there to get up with the top two, but the early issues didn’t make it possible. But I’m looking forward now for Red Bull Romaniacs.”
Putting in a strong showing throughout the two laps, Jonny Walker (Beta) just didn’t have an answer for Jarvis in the closing stages and had to be content with fourth. Shadowing Jarvis off the line, Alfredo Gomez (Husqvarna) kept close to his teammate during the opening lap. But with Jarvis finding another gear on lap two, the Spaniard wasn’t able to go with him, ending his race fifth.
Alfredo Gomez
“The first part of the race was good. Riding with Graham I was feeling good. We managed to catch and pass a lot of the other guys on the way up the mountain, but on the descents I wasn’t so comfortable. I’m happy to go top five and finally get the season underway, but today wasn’t my best day.”
Taddy Blazusiak fought hard, right to the end, to claim a sixth place result, showing great speed throughout the three-day event.
Taddy Blazusiak
“I really enjoyed today – the race was really tough, but good fun, and I think in general I rode really well. I was in the fight for the podium early on and heading through the river section I made a mistake that cost me some time and put me a few minutes behind the guys in front. I tried my best to claw the time back, but I bruised my ribs a little in the crash and decided to aim for a good, safe finish. I’m really happy with sixth place, especially as I was on pace with the others. The event here in Italy has been great, the fans have been amazing too. The race is really intense, the terrain is perfect for hard enduro – I hope it stays on the calendar for a long time to come.”
The FIM Hard Enduro World Championship continues with round four at Red Bull Romaniacs in Romania on July 27-31.
Source: MCNews.com.au
Dainese Releases New 3-Season Sport Riding Jackets
Lightweight, Maximum Airflow, and Premium Protection in a Summer Moto Jacket
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Continuing to mold protection and comfort, Dainese launches a collection of lightweight jackets revved up for summer riding. Pro-Shape 2.0 inserts and dedicated pockets for back protectors uphold the highest Dainese safety standards while perforated mesh fabrics maximize airflow and keep the riders cool as temps rise. The new Elettrica, Sevilla, and Risoluta are built on style and protection, ready to take summer on at speed.
M’s Elettrica Air Tex Jacket – $249.95
The men’s Elettrica Air Tex motorcycle jacket is an all-season jacket with a removable thermal lining that opens the roads to summer riding. The resistant, anti-abrasion fabric elevates safety and protection, and superb breathability makes for a comfortable ride as temperatures rise. Removable composite protectors on the shoulders and elbows combined with dedicated inserts for the G1 or G2 back protectors help to define Dainese’s safety standards.
M’s Sevilla Air Tex Jacket – $199.95
The Sevilla Air Tex is all about safety and protection with perforated mesh fabrics optimizing airflow to keep the body cool as summer heats up. Pro Shape 2.0 certified soft protectors on the shoulders and elbows, a back pocket for G model back protectors, and reflective inserts uphold Dainese’s emphasis on styled protection. The Sevilla Air Text Jacket has adjustments at the neck, hips, and cuffs to customize the fit and maximize freedom of movement.
W’s Sevilla Air Tex Jacket – $199.95
The women’s Sevilla Air Tex was made to handle summer temperatures without compromising safety and protection. Pro Shape 2.0 certified soft protectors on the shoulders and elbows, designated sleeves to house G model back protectors, and reflective inserts aiding in visibility follow in line with Dainese’s highest safety standards. Perforated mesh fabric with adjustments at the neck, hips, and cuffs maximize airflow while offering a truly customized fit.
W’s Risoluta Air Tex Jacket – $249.95
The women’s Risoluta Air Tex Lady motorcycle jacket is constructed from resistant, anti-abrasion fabric that not only adds to the protection of the jacket, the fabric is also versatile in its ability to ride through all seasons thanks to excellent breathability. Composite protectors in the shoulders and elbows back Dainese’s pride in safety, in addition to the dedicated inserts for G1 or G2 back protectors.
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What an afternoon to try the new @dhbsport ultralight short sleeve! Nice tail wind home to top it all off!
What an afternoon to try the new @dhbsport ultralight short sleeve! Nice tail wind home to top it all off!
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Factory Harley-Davidson Rider Kyle Wyman is King of the Baggers
What started as kind of a novelty marketing race has turned into a Hog-eat-hog slugfest, in which AMA Superbike champ Ben Bostrom could only manage a fifth place at the third, and final round Sunday in Monterey. Kyle Wyman and his Road Glide Special won the race and the King of the Baggers championship, with the Indian Challenger of Tyler O’Hara taking second and the immortal Michael Barnes in third on his Harley-Davidson.
Harley-Davidson Press Release:
Wyman Leads Every Lap to Score Second Win of Season, Earns Bagger Title by 25 Points
Brian J Nelson photos
MILWAUKEE (July 11, 2021) – Harley-Davidson Screamin’ Eagle factory team rider Kyle Wyman won the 2021 MotoAmerica King of the Baggers championship with a dominating performance at MotoAmerica Superbike Speedfest at Monterey in Laguna Seca, Calif. Aboard the #33 factory-prepared Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special powered by a modified Screamin’ Eagle Milwaukee-Eight 131 Performance Crate Engine, Wyman took the holeshot, set a new class lap record, and led every lap of the race on the 2.238-mile WeatherTech Raceway road course. Wyman beat second place Tyler O’Hara on the #29 S&S Cycle Indian Challenger by 4.388 seconds at the finish. Michael Barnes finished third on the #34 Hoban Brothers Racing DTF/Horsepower Inc./Darkhorse Crankworks Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special. Travis Wyman was fourth on the #10 Harley-Davidson Screamin’ Eagle factory team Road Glide Special.
The victory by Kyle Wyman came only weeks after surgery following a crash in the MotoAmerica Superbike race at Road America on June 13 in which he suffered multiple fractures of his elbow. Wyman chose to sit out the Superbike races at Ridge Motorsports Park and Laguna Seca to focus on the King of the Baggers race and championship title.
“I just wanted to give one lap of absolutely everything I had and see where that put me, and I saw plus one after the first lap and put my head down again,” said Wyman. “The Harley-Davidson team has given me such an amazing motorcycle, and this is a dream come true for me. I grew up in a Harley-Davidson dealership but have been road racing all different brands. I never thought I’d race a Harley again after the XR1200 series, and here we are, King of the Baggers champions. Thank you so much to everyone at Harley-Davidson.”
Using the power of his Screamin’ Eagle Milwaukee-Eight 131R motor, Wyman posted a fastest lap of 1:31.983 seconds, good for a new class track record, and more than a second faster than O’Hara’s fastest race lap.
“Everyone at Harley-Davidson is immensely proud of Kyle and the entire factory team for their tireless commitment to securing this championship,” said Jochen Zeitz, chairman, president, and CEO Harley-Davidson. “Kyle’s incredible dedication and focus on winning was matched by the passion and energy of the team of Harley-Davidson engineers who developed these bagger race bikes, constantly working to improve the performance of these remarkable motorcycles. This team truly exemplifies the spirit of Harley-Davidson Number 1.”
The MotoAmerica King of the Baggers series is for race-prepared, American V-Twin touring motorcycles equipped with fairing and saddlebags. With two wins and a second-place finish, Wyman wrapped up the three-race King of the Baggers series with 70 points. O’Hara finished second with 45 points. Hayden Gillim slotted in third with 39 points on the #79 Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson Street Glide entry.
Kyle and Travis Wyman are the sons of Kim Wyman, owner of Harv’s Harley-Davidson in Macedon, N.Y., and grew up around Harley-Davidson and flat track racing.
MotoAmerica King of the Baggers Race Results Laguna Seca:
1. Kyle Wyman (Screamin’ Eagle Harley-Davidson)
2. Tyler O’Hara (S&S Indian)
3. Michael Barnes (Hoban Brothers Racing/DTF Performance Harley-Davidson)
4. Travis Wyman (Screamin’ Eagle Harley-Davidson)
5. Ben Bostrom (Feuling Harley-Davidson)
6. Hayden Gillim (Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson)
7. Frankie Garcia (RSD Indian)
8. Patricia Fernandez (Saddlemen Indian)
9. Zack Nation (Zach Nation Racing Harley-Davidson)
10. Eric Stahl (Jiffy Tune Racing Harley-Davidson)
MotoAmerica King of the Baggers Series Points:
1. Kyle Wyman 70 (Screamin’ Eagle Harley-Davidson)
2. Tyler O’Hara 45 (S&S Indian)
3. Hayden Gillim 39 (Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson)
4. Frankie Garcia 36 (RSD Indian)
5. Travis Wyman 33 (Screamin’ Eagle Harley-Davidson)
6. Eric Stahl 25 (Jiffy Tune Racing Harley-Davidson)
7. John Sueberling 19 (Mad Monkey Motorsports Harley-Davidson)
8. Danny Eslick 18 (Rossmeyer Daytona Racing Harley-Davidson)
9. Zack Nation 17 (Zack Nation Racing Harley-Davidson)
10. Michael Barnes 16 (Hoban Brothers Racing/DTF Performance Harley-Davidson)
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About the Screamin’ Eagle Milwaukee-Eight 131 Performance Crate Engine: The Screamin’ Eagle Milwaukee-Eight 131 is the most-powerful street-compliant performance engine offered by Harley-Davidson. Built from the bottom up in Milwaukee, this 131-cubic-inch (2147cc) Screamin’ Eagle crate engine delivers 131 ft-lb of torque to the rear wheel, and may be installed in 2017-later Harley-Davidson Touring models.
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Wyman and Harley may have won the championship, but some on the other team contend that Frankie Garcia and the Roland Sands Indian won the King of Fun title.
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Honda Europe And FCR Give Us Two Special Bikes
Honda’s Japanese firm has given the Honda Rebel some updates – and Honda Europe is celebrating the multi-faceted features of the model by partnering up with FCR Original on the release of two special editions – both customized by FCR Original, polished to a mean sheen, and ready for the road.
According to a report from MCN, the two bikes – christened the CMX Sport and CMX Bobber – missed their debut at Biarritz’s Wheels and Waves Festival in France due to the pandemic causing the festival’s cancellation.
Despite this, the bikes are getting a hefty amount of attention from motorcycle lovers around the globe – and FCR’s contribution to the builds is nothing short of a masterpiece.
I’ll admit, I’m new to the motorcycle scene – so new, I hadn’t heard of FCR Original before this article.
So I decided to do a wee bit of research.
Quoted on their website as dealing in anything from “perfect restorations to fine dragster spec tuning,” FCR Original is all about quality bikes, done right.
And did you know that FCR Original raced their crazy Triumph at the Sultans of Sprint?? I didn’t – and I wanted to know more about these guys.
Upon loading FCR Original’s website, I was smacked in the face with a long lineup of muscle machines, each screaming “I am legend” as much as their anatomy belied a logical and intelligent build.
Whether leaning toward class and cocktails or canteen whisky, FCR Original’s showroom appears to cater to nearly every spectrum of a biker’s dream garage, and then some.
Fast forward to the CMX Sport and CMX Bobber, both of which have been very nicely blessed by the French company – and I’m getting a little excited at this point.
FCR did some neat work with the CMX Sport, though the team kept the standard 1084cc engine with the 86 ponies under the hood.
The Sport features minimalist 3D-printed bodywork, with the back end stripped to create a more lean look.
The swingarm has also been modified to allow room for some blacked-out Öhlins shocks, along with lower mudguards, wider handlebars, custom footrests, LED lighting, a beaut of a polyester/carbon fuel tank, and an Alcantara seat to keep your stuff up to snuff.
The tyre size was increased from the factory 16” rims to 17” Dunlop D212 tyres, and FCR Original has also given the Sport a custom stainless steel exhaust – guaranteed to be all the caffeine you could ever need, and an addition that does justice to the Africa Twin-derived engine.
If the CMX Sport is a rowdy youth, the CMX Bobber boasts 007 Sean Connery from nipper to tail.
The classy cruiser has balloon tires, a perforated leather seat, a minimalist bodywork (thanks again to the 3D printing process used on the CMX Sport), fenders the size of my lunch sandwich, and custom blacked-out spoked rims dressed in Bridgestone rubber to complete the bobber experience.
The CMX Bobber has kept the factory swingarm and suspension, though the front has been lowered a good 25mm.
Top the kit and caboodle with aluminum handlebars, a custom-painted headlight complemented by LED indicators on either side for a minimum profile, and a subtle house-made, blacked-out exhaust – and you’ve got yourself one heck of a cat.
We’re excited to see if these come to the Western Hemisphere for a gander, though at this point, I’d be willing to fly over there for the chance to peek into FCR Original’s shop…
Source: MotorbikeWriter.com