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Harley-Davidson To Debut 2021 Models Via Global Digital Event And Youre Invited

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The Pan America is slated for its own separate reveal in February.

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Throughout Harley-Davidson’s 118-year history, the brand has never before brought the entire world together to experience the debut of all-new Harley-Davidson motorcycles. On Jan.19th, 2021, that all changes with a single virtual event. During H-D 21, the company’s first virtual launch experience, Harley-Davidson will announce new 2021 motorcycles, parts and accessories, riding gear and apparel.

Those who participate will hear from Harley-Davidson leadership, product experts, and passionate enthusiasts who are leading and shaping the industry on all that’s coming to Harley-Davidson dealerships in 2021.

To take part in the H-D 21 virtual launch experience, register now at www.H-D.com/21.

New Approach to Product Launches

The global virtual launch is part of the company’s streamlined and overhauled approach to bringing products to market for customers. Earlier this year, Harley-Davidson announced significant shifts including streamlining its planned product portfolio by 30 percent, shifting it’s new model year debut to align with the start of the riding season and amped-up marketing efforts to drive desirability and maximize impact in the market

“We’re thrilled to bring the world together virtually to showcase the inspiration and passion behind our 2021 motorcycles, including a glimpse of our first adventure touring motorcycle, Pan America™,” said VP Marketing Theo Keetell. “We look forward to sharing this moment with our customers and dealers from around the world.

Adventurer Jason Momoa Shares his Passion

American actor, producer and motorcycle enthusiast Jason Momoa will play a key role in the Jan. 19th event. Forever seeking new adventures, Momoa will share his thoughts on how Harley-Davidson’s upcoming Pan America motorcycle has expanded his passion for Harley-Davidson and created new opportunities to explore endless horizons beyond paved roads.

“Harley-Davidson has unlocked opportunities for me to find adventure with amazing people, awe-inspiring places, and expand my inspiration seen in the United We Will Ride content series,” said Momoa. “I was excited to collaborate with Harley-Davidson for a first look and chance to ride the Pan America 1250 motorcycle. It’s the perfect vehicle that combines my love of the outdoors, the unknown, and Harley-Davidson. People are going to be completely stoked about this bike that Harley-Davidson has created.”

Harley-Davidson Pan America Global Reveal Feb. 22nd, 2021

Harley-Davidson’s all-new Pan America 1250 adventure touring motorcycle will be previewed in the Jan. 19th H-D 21 virtual launch experience. Harley-Davidson will be bringing the world back together on Feb. 22, 2021, to reveal the motorcycle’s full details in a separate digital event with the spotlight on the new Pan America motorcycle.

Stay informed at www.H-D.com/PanAmerica.



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Yamalube Yamaha Racing retains Wilson and Rogers for 2021

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News 10 Dec 2020

Yamalube Yamaha Racing retains Wilson and Rogers for 2021

Section: Competition

Unchanged roster announced for Queensland-based factory team.

Image: iKapture.

Yamalube Yamaha Racing has re-signed both Jay Wilson and Levi Rogers for the 2021 ProMX and Australian Supercross championships, retaining an unchanged roster for next season.

Multiple Australian champion Wilson will be joined by Rogers in the MX2 category for the new season, each representing the factory Yamaha team operated internally by Scott Bishop.

“My goals heading into 2020 were to have a dominant year on the 250 and move to the 450 class for 2021, but with the year the racing world has had, I have just pushed everything back a season,” Wilson explained “My motivation is as strong as it’s ever been and I think I have yet to hit my peak as a rider in terms of both speed and fitness.

“I have found a real interest in off-bike training, which I didn’t always have, and with Levi and Kota [Toriyabe] around last year, they were a good motivational tool for me as both of them are so enthusiastic about riding and racing, that it naturally rubs of on me. I feel fresh and ready to go and as always we have a great team that’s willing to do what it takes to get success. The goal is to win and that’s what we are out to do.”

Meanwhile, 17-year-old Rogers will move directly into the professional ranks after initially planning to enter MXD this year, that opportunity halted by the pandemic. Now, he’s set his sights on a successful rookie campaign after gaining experience at a state level this year.

“Although we didn’t do any national racing in 2020, I was able to get some state-based racing in where I was able to line-up against a lot of the national MX2 riders at several events and experience how things roll,” said Rogers. “I battled with them at a few of the tracks that were on the national calendar over the last few years so it was a confidence boost that I wasn’t too far from them and I could learn from first hand racing experience.

“I took on what I needed to improve on, found areas that I was strong in and think that experience has assisted my in preparation for 2021. I’m willing to do the work and looking forward to taking as many things in from Jay and establishing myself as a solid MX2 competitor.”

Yamalube, GYTR, Yamaha Motor Insurance, Yamaha Motor Finance, bLU cRU will be at the forefront of the program, combined with the use of brands like Scott, Just1, Dunlop, DID, NGK and JT Sprockets from Ficeda Accessories.

Source: MotoOnline.com.au

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Pandemic drives down motorcycle theft

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The biggest decrease in motor vehicle theft in Australia during the pandemic was in motorcycles.

While national vehicle theft was down 7% in the 12 months to the end of September – the lowest since 2017 — the largest reduction was in motorcycles.

Bike thefts were down 11% to 8667 which was only 1% up on four years ago, say the official National Motor Vehicle Theft Council figures.

This is due to the COVID lockdown and riders being unable to ride their bikes, so they have been locked away in garages.

However, the council warns that the trend may now be reversing as states open up after COVID restrictions since September.

The council is warning all motorists to keep their vehicles locked and secured as well as their keys, as most vehicle theft is as a result of homes being broken into and keys stolen.

The Council also points out that there is a correlation between the performance of the economy and crime.

They tip that with the recession caused by the pandemic it is “almost certain the current uplift in vehicle crime will extend into 2021 at a minimum”.

Motorcycle thefts had been trending up with a 10.% increase to 9672 in the 2019 calendar year. In fact, that was the biggest increase of any category of vehicle.

Source: MotorbikeWriter.com

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Triumph Launches 2021 “Sneak Peek Tour”

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The all-new Trident 660 and Tiger 850 Sport will be on display in select dealers – but you won’t be able to start them.

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The all-new Trident 660 and Tiger 850 Sport have begun making their first public debuts at Triumph dealerships across the United States. For a limited time, these two new models will be on display for customers to get a first-hand look at the bikes. Two pairs of each bike, which are the only units currently anywhere outside of Europe, will make stops at select dealerships around the country. While test rides are not offered, riders are encouraged to visit dealerships to see the bikes in person before they become available for sale in US dealerships.

Originally scheduled to be displayed at traditional Triumph New Product Tour events, similar to Triumph’s Best of British Tour for 2020, the bikes were able to be re-purposed for dealership “Sneak Peek” opportunities. “With the cancellation of the motorcycles shows, it was an obvious choice for us to get these in the hands of as many dealerships as possible.” Adam VanderVeen – Marketing Director, Triumph Motorcycles America. “I was blown away to learn the strong support of the dealerships, including a handful opting to open on Sundays or Mondays they’d usually be closed just to have an extra day to preview these hot new models.”

Enthusiasts interested in catching a glimpse of these new models when they’re in town can find a full schedule of dealership stops (also detailed below for reference) on the website TriumphOnTour.com. With COVID-related restrictions varying by region and state, Triumph encourages customers to contact their local dealerships to schedule an appointment.

Trident 660

The all-new Triumph Trident 660 marks the beginning of a new chapter for the Triumph Roadster segment and competes in what is now one of the most dynamic and exciting categories in motorcycling. Its minimal design, combined with class-leading technology and a new 660cc triple powertrain, constitute the perfect combination for a new generation of riders to enter the Triumph world, with a motorcycle that provides class-leading riding agility, thrilling performance, enhanced by state-of-the-art safety features, and an iconic and modern British design.

Expected on sale early-March 2021.

Tiger 850 Sport

The perfect combination of dedicated 850 Tiger triple engine set-up and tailor-made high specification equipment and technology for intuitive and all-day easy-riding capability. Developed from the latest generation Tiger platform, with all of the dynamic poise and agile handling that the Tiger is known for, combined with a new ‘tailor-made’ performance and specification set-up, designed to deliver an even more manageable, accessible, and intuitive road-focused adventure riding capability.

Expected on sale early-January 2021.

Western United States

Eastern United States

11/27 – 12/1

Triumph Las Vegas

11/24 – 12/3

Freewheeling Powersports

12/4 – 12/7

Triumph of Seattle

12/4 – 12/5

Triumph St. Louis

12/8 – 12/10

South Bound Triumph

12/8 – 12/9

Baxter Cycles

12/11 – 12/13

Cascade Moto Classics

12/10 – 12/11

Triumph Indianapolis

12/15 – 12/16

A&S Triumph

12/12 – 12/13

Triumph Cleveland

12/17 – 12/18

Munroe Motors

12/15 – 12/16

Triumph Detroit

12/19 – 12/22

Triumph San Jose

12/17 – 12/20

Triumph Vermont

12/23 – 12/26

Elk Grove Powersports

12/21 – 12/23

Concord Triumph

12/27 – 12/30

California Speed Sports Triumph

12/24 – 12/30

Foxboro Triumph

1/2 – 1/6

OC Motorcycle

12/31 – 1/3

Street Stuff Triumph of New England

1/7 – 1/10

Southern California Triumph

1/4 – 1/7

Triumph of Westchester

1/11 – 1/13

Triumph San Diego

1/8 – 1/10

Triumph Brooklyn

1/15 – 1/17

Phoenix Triumph

1/11 – 1/12

Locomotion Powersports

1/18 – 1/20

Triumph Tucson

1/13 – 1/14

Triumph Metuchen

1/22 – 1/24

Triumph of Utah

1/15 – 1/17

Hermy’s Triumph

1/25 – 1/27

Foothills Triumph Motorcycles

1/18 – 1/20

Martin Moto

1/28 – 1/29

Erico Motorsports

1/22 – 1/24

Triumph of Annapolis

1/30 – 1/31

Pikes Peak Triumph

1/25 – 1/27

Triumph Dulles

2/2 – 2/3

Triumph Albuquerque

1/28 – 1/29

Triumph Richmond

2/5 – 2/7

Eurotek OKC

1/30 – 2/1

Triumph Norfolk

2/9 – 2/10

Triumph Bell County

2/2 – 2/3

Triumph Lake Norman

2/11 – 2/12

RideNow Austin

2/4 – 2/5

Charleston Triumph

2/13 – 2/16

Woodlands Premium Motorcycles

2/6 – 2/8

Triumph Daytona

2/19 – 2/22

Triumph Decatur

2/9 – 2/10

Triumph Orlando

2/11 – 2/12

Triumph of Pompano Beach

2/13 – 2/15

Miami Triumph

2/16 – 2/18

Triumph Ft Myers

2/19 – 2/22

Tampa Triumph

Visit https://www.triumphontour.com/ for up-to-date dates and locations.








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Kymco Downtown 350i TCS Is Now Available

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Perfect for, You Guessed it, Downtown

Kymco has updated the D0wntwon 350i TCS. The bike is now available in Australia. It features Euro 4, traction control, and Kymco’s Noodoe Navigation system.

The scooter has been a good seller for the last decade or so. The company has sold around 100,000 units so far across 40 different countries. This model features 321cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine and about 29 hp. 

“The Downtown 350i has proven popular across the world for its ability to be many things to many people – namely its ability to combine agility, comfort, and versatility with safety and technology,” said Michael Poynton, Kymco Australia Director. “The second-generation Downtown 350i ups that ante without question, and it’s backed by KYMCO’s industry-leading three-year factory warranty and network of 67 dealers Australia wide.”

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KTM 450 SX-F Factory

The scooter also features some new updates to the way that it looks, including some new bodywork. The updated scooter has the same price of $7,490, plus on-road costs.

Source: MotorbikeWriter.com

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Spidi Introduces Three New Urban Jackets

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Spidi’s latest jackets provide all the protection and all-weather protection you expect, without looking like your traditional motorcycle jacket.

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Beta Evo Primaloft

In the year 2000 SPIDI introduced SCU, the first ever motorcycle coat featuring all riding protection commuters needed; after 20 years, the constant research of materials, design and technologies resulted in Beta, the premium urban collection from SPIDI. Beta Evo Primaloft represents the maximum in terms of cold weather riding, combining extreme thermal insulation and incomparable comfort. The 3-layer laminated outer fabric with H2Out waterproof and breathable membrane has the advantage of being very light while resistant, allowing the jacket to be worn over casual clothes. The detachable Primaloft thermal jacket extends warmth and can be worn as a standalone piece. Latest generation Primaloft insulation offers warmth, softness and lightweight and it contains 80%-post consumer recycled material. Beta Evo Primaloft is CE prEN 17092-4:2020 Class A certified thanks to the removable Warrior Light protectors on shoulders and elbows. Level 1 and Level 2 Warrior back protectors are available as options.

Color: Antracite
Size: S-4XL
www.spidi.com/product/D266-025






Metromover H2Out

SPIDI Metromover has been designed with functional urban commuting in mind: windproof and waterproof, 4 big pockets and a removable hood. With Metromover, CE EN 17092-4:2020 Class A certified jackets meet fashion.

Safety equipment includes removable CE Level 1 Warrior Lite armor in the shoulders and elbows, optional Warrior back protector (CE Level 1 En 1621-2:2012) and 3M reflective details for added night-time visibility. The Metromover has an abrasion resistant 3-layer fabric chassis with a microfiber liner laminated into Windout membrane, combining lightness and weather protection; the inner z-liner H2out waterproof construction will keep you dry in rainy days. Hood has drawstring closure and a safety button on the back to keep it firmly in place even at higher speeds; cuffs and waist are knitted fabric for all-day comfort while 4 external + one internal pockets gives a lot of storage room. The jacket features Step-In-Wear technology, thus meaning you can add a SPIDI Thermo Liner to increase thermal insulation level.

Colors: Navy, Green
Size: S-3XL
www.spidi.comproduct/D271-022




Hoodie Armor H2Out

SPIDI Hoodie Armor H2Out, the breakout-design sporty jacket ready to ride with you every day, on every weather condition, on and off the bike. The CE prEN 17092-4:2020 Class A certified jacket has a removable hood, CE Level 1 Warrior Lite armor in the shoulders and elbows and optional Warrior back protector (CE Level 1 En 1621-2:2012). Safety equipment includes reflective details for added night-time visibility. The Hoodie Armor H2Out has an abrasion resistant 3-layer fabric chassis with a microfiber liner laminated into Windout membrane, combining lightness and weather protection. Both the hood and waist have drawstring closures to keep the jacket firmly in place even at higher speeds, the cuffs are knitted fabric for all-day comfort while YKK-zippered waterproof pockets guarantees maximum versatility.

Colors: Black, Black/White, Red
Size: S-3XL
www.spidi.com/product/D267-026






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Bimota KB4 In Testing

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1 of 20 Never Looked Better

The long-awaited Bimota KB4 has reached official testing status and is on track for its official release scheduled for April of 2021.

The Bimota KB4 is a small production superbike built around the Kawasaki 1043cc inline-four engine derived from the Ninja 1000. This motorcycle has had a lot of chatter surrounding it, and luckily – thanks to Bimota’s recent posts – we can see the motorcycle in all its testing glory; confirming that it is indeed on schedule for its big release.

In the last few months, Bimota has been posting tons of clips from testing their KB4 and Tesi H2. This recent video show’s the vintage-racer-styled KB4 coming to a complete stop using the front brake with arms containing accelerometer sensors protruding from the sides of the vehicle (to record data for further inspection). The rider puts the motorcycle into a full front-wheel stoppie on wet roads (dangerous), but the stopping power seems ample and the computer ABS system appears to be doing its job.

Although this is a short clip, we’re pleased to see the KB4 is motion, and more importantly, hear that Kawasaki engine scream. We get a quick glimpse to hear the Ninja 1000 engine rev up, and I can tell you right now this bike probably has a much more intricate exhaust system than what you would find on Kawasaki’s Ninja 1000.

The best part about this motorcycle in my opinion is the fact that Bimota set out to cram a 1000cc+ engine into what they describe as a “600cc frame/formfactor”; meaning small bike, big power. The combination of power and agility in this bike will make it a track monster, and the vintage racer styling shows that in just its visual presence.

The motorcycle will be limited to 20 units for the UK market when the official scheduled release for April rolls around. Originally the bike was scheduled for a March release, but something seems to have changed up their plans and now sources are stating that we’re looking at a release at some point in April.

Source: MotorbikeWriter.com

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Fatal crashes ‘prove wire rope barriers unsafe’

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Two recent fatal crashes in Australia prove that wire rope barriers (WRBs) are not only a danger to motorcyclists, but also other motorists, says a long-time campaigner against the structures.

Damien Codognotto says a fatal motorcycle crash in Perth during last weekend’s Christmas Toy Run and an SUV double fatal southwest of Brisbane last month could have been affected by WRBs.

He says the female rider died after hitting a WRB that appeared to fence off a run-off area.

“In my opinion, road authorities know how deadly WRB is and they know run-off areas save lives,” Damien says.

In the 4WD crash, the car was slung across the road on a causeway and into another wire rope barrier which failed to stop the car from plunging into Wyaralong Dam, drowning two children.

“If the Wyaralong Dam causeway had had properly anchored smooth concrete barriers instead of wire rope barriers, the children may have survived,” Damien says.

WRBs have long been viewed as dangerous to motorcyclists and now Norway and Ireland have reversed their policy.

A recent Victorian Auditor General’s report has also slammed claims about the safety and cost effectiveness of wire rope barriers.

The auditor’s report found there was no evidence to support the claimed safety benefits for motorcyclists and scooter riders.

Damien says that if road authorities ad relevant ministers are not aware of the safety shortcomings of WRBs, “they should not be in their taxpayer-funded jobs”. 

“Again, in my opinion, the CEO of the road authority and the Minister responsible for the road authority are guilty of manslaughter when someone dies on a WRB,” he says.

De also points out that police rarely identify barrier types in crash reports “so there is no way of knowing the real wire rope barrier toll”. 

Source: MotorbikeWriter.com

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SS Cycle Announces Its 131 Cubic Inch Stroker Kit for Harley-Davidson Milwaukee 8 Engines

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Because there’s no replacement for displacement.

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S&S has been building big bore kits since the 60s and has it down to an absolute science. Their latest efforts are aimed at the Milwaukee Eight® platform (2017 and newer big twins) and opens up a whole new level of performance for these engines. Combining a new design forged piston with their 4.25” cylinders to net a tire melting 131 cubic inches when paired with their 4.625” stroker crank. “We build our big bore kits and cranks to much tighter tolerarances and with higher quality materials than the factory parts”, states product manager Grant Hilligass. Hard to argue that and we believe this new piston/cylinder kit will be a solid platform for massive power and can’t wait to see the beasts that will get built around it! Take a look at the details on their site www.sscycle.com/131-kits.

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FOR SALE: 1946 Norton Model 18

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A Piece of History In the Making

Norton has made a big splash into the motorcycle world with their resurgence and ‘rise from the dead’ after the 120+ year-old company went out of business for what seemed like decades. The company relaunched twelve years ago and has already run into numerous issues during the production of their upcoming models. If you looked at the company’s woes now, it would be hard to gauge where they used to be; once a highly successful motorcycle brand with a decorated trophy-case full of race victories across the decades.

This 1946 Norton Model 18 is a perfect example of what you would get from a Norton motorcycle over sixty years ago. This 1946 Model 18 in specific is up for auction on bringatrailer.com with a clean Washington state title under the name of the current seller.

On the technical side, his motorcycle features an air-cooled 490cc single-cylinder engine married to a four-speed transmission for propulsion and drum brakes for when you inevitably need to come to a stop. Although the front end of the motorcycle has a girder fork for suspension, the rear end of this motorcycle leaves you with a simple sprung seat to absorb the roads harsh surfaces.

KTM 450 SX-F Factory

This Model 18 is finished in silver and chrome parts mounted to a black frame. Although this motorcycle looks straight out of 1946, the bike has undergone some changes to keep it safe and reliable with ie inclusion of newly painted fenders, updated hand controls, a transmission overhaul, a new exhaust system, and a few more updates. 

The bike displays 13,000 miles, but the total mileage is unknown. If you’re eager to get your hands on a piece of Norton Motorcycle history before they begin to unravel their own future with the next lineup of bikes coming out, this Model 18 can be yours if you act fast and bid on it at bringatrailer.com. The bids currently sit at $3500 at the time of writing this article, and the auction currently has 7 days remaining until it’s finished.

Source: MotorbikeWriter.com