Suzuki custom L-R-G Hayabusa sportbike

This bike was built by American Suzuki Motor Corporation in partnership with Lifted Research Group, better known as L-R-G, and 2Wheel Tuner magazine.

Yacht not included.

According to Suzuki...

Designed by L-R-G and built by Nick Anglada of Custom Sportbike Concepts (CSC) of Winter Garden, Fla., the L-R-G Hayabusa blends the panache of one of the hottest urban brands in fashion with the iconic personality of Suzuki’s fastest production motorcycle. The L-R-G Hayabusa will be featured on the January 2008 cover of 2Wheel Tuner.

“Beyond its well-deserved reputation for best-in-class performance, the popularity of the Suzuki Hayabusa can be attributed to the way it has long been embraced by the many facets of popular culture, including fashion, style, music and entertainment,” said Glenn Hansen, communications manager, ASMC, Motorcycle/ATV Division. “Suzuki’s relationship with L-R-G provides us with a not-to-be-missed opportunity to vividly illustrate our iconic sportbike’s storied connection to urban culture.”

The exterior look of the Hayabusa has been modified to catch the attention of both motorcycle enthusiasts and fashion aficionados. The L-R-G Hayabusa offers a unique Pearl White Powder paint scheme accented by Gator Customs-crafted lighted and see-through panels to help expose the custom engine and chassis work of the sportbike. Appropriately tattooed, the lifestyle-inspired
motorcycle features a number of striking L-R-G-branded accents, including a custom windscreen with L-R-G pattern by Sportech, stator cover with CNC engraved L-R-G logo and engraved Voodoo exhaust, all contributing to the sportbike’s eye-catching appearance. The custom Hayabusa also sports a laser engraved L-R-G patterned seat, combining style and overall riding comfort.

Source: Suzuki

Aprilia Shiver 2009

Italian motorcycle manufacturer Aprilia will take the wraps off the newest addition to its award-winning line of sports bikes and sporting scooters when the unique SL750 Shiver debuts.
According to Aprilia...

This is the first chance for U.S. motorcyclists to see what it feels like to straddle the most innovative and technically advanced V-Twin 750cc “naked” bike available today.

Aprilia’s new SL750 Shiver combines all those attributes into one sophisticated new machine, thanks to a category-leading combination of technologies and components.

With Aprilia staff on hand to provide product insights and technical details on the new Shiver, visitors to the Aprilia exhibit can expect to learn as well as look. From the Shiver’s “ride-by-wire” technology to its high performance brakes and suspension, Aprilia’s product professionals will provide a personalized tour of the SL750 Shiver’s many innovations. And while the Shiver is the most modern looking naked bike visitors will encounter at the show, the bike has been designed as a thoroughly enjoyable everyday rider. The 2008 Aprilia SL750 Shiver offers exceptional performance and handling capabilities in canyons, on the freeway or at the racetrack.

Visitors to the Aprilia exhibit will see the brand’s complete 2008 model line of motorcycles and scooters.

Source: Aprilia

105th Anniversary Harley-Davidson models

2008 marks the 105th Anniversary of Harley-Davidson. To celebrate, Harley-Davidson is offering special models.

In 2008, Harley-Davidson enthusiasts across the country will revel in the Motor Company's 105th Anniversary with parties, rides and special events. To note the occasion, Harley-Davidson will offer 14 models with a special package of 105th Anniversary features, including exclusive paint and accessories. Production of these motorcycles will be limited and serialized.



To preserve the exclusivity of the 105th Anniversary Collection motorcycles, each will be produced in serialized order. On all models, the 105th Anniversary serial number will appear on a special badge mounted on the motorcycle.

"Harley-Davidson has a long and proud tradition of observing Company milestones with unique motorcycles and big parties," said Bill Davidson, Director of Motorcycle Product Development. "The 105th Anniversary motorcycles provide something extra-special for those riders who want to celebrate and remember this anniversary in true Harley-Davidson style."

The 105th Anniversary Harley-Davidson motorcycles will feature an exclusive, two-tone paint scheme in shimmering Anniversary Copper and Vivid Black, traced with orange and pale gold pin striping.

Some models will feature cast aluminum wheels painted in Gloss Black. Seats and pillions on these bikes will be finished with a special copper-colored vinyl insert. The 105th Anniversary motorcycles will be identified with a copper Bar and Shield tank cloisonn? and 105th Anniversary badges on the air cleaner and timing cover inserts.

So finally the true Motorcycle VED evasion figures are out!

This week MAG , the BMF and the MCIA have all put out press releases concerning the release of the true Motorcycle Vehicle Evasion Duty evasion figures, which surprise, surprise are massively lower than the claimed 40% by the DVLA.

The actual figures from the Department of Transport into the true levels of VED indicates that motorcycle VED evasion is estimated at 6.5%.

What a climb down!! At least the truth is now out.

Ride safe!

Jon Booth
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