Archive for December, 1969
Wednesday, December 31st, 1969

Larry Little honored five recipients with Motorcycle Industry Council Chairman’s Awards at the MIC Annual Meeting in Indianapolis, held in conjunction with the Dealernews International Powersports Dealer Expo. The awards, presented by MIC Chairman and Cycle World Publisher and Vice President Larry Little, acknowledge significant contributions to motorcycling and the industry.
U.S. Secretary of Transportation Mary E. Peters, who is a motorcyclist herself and a strong advocate for rider (...)
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Wednesday, December 31st, 1969

The Travertson Motorcycles which are designed, created and assembled in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, are sold primarily to a network of Harley-Davidson Dealerships as well as renown custom motorcycle shops throughout the United States. They utilize genuine Harley-Davidson parts including the VROD motor, the speedometer, the transmission, harnesses and wiring as well as the switches.
Travertson envisions designing and creating a new "MIND BLOWING MOTORCYCLE " every year. Because (...)
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Wednesday, December 31st, 1969

A 37-year-old farmer in Yushan County, Jiangxi, will apply for a Guinness world record because of his extraordinary motor racing skill.
The man, surnamed Liu, said he can stand, lie down and sleep on a motorcycle running at a high speed. He gained local notice by once driving a motorcycle six kilometers while standing on it. Liu said he has practiced the stunt for six hours a day since 2001 in an attempt to establish a world record.
Pfeiffer, watch out! Liu is trying to steal your World (...)
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Wednesday, December 31st, 1969

Basic model: Suzuki SV1000s
Modifications:
Roca saddle cap Roca handle obturators Roca radiator grid Poly 26 radiator scoop 1000 GSXR headlight optics Optima head fork Renthal handlebar Harris handles Top Sellerie saddle
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Wednesday, December 31st, 1969

The new Satelis 125 Compressor is a congestion-busting vehicle in every sense. It is exempt from the London Congestion Charge and will keep ahead of the traffic in any city with ease thanks to its super charged engine. Yet it is legal for leaner riders aged 17 and over because a 125cc engine powers it. The key to its performance is a compressor and the Satelis is the first Maxi scooter to be equipped with one.
Peugeot’s designers recognised that speed is nothing without control. The (...)
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Wednesday, December 31st, 1969

On 26th March 2006, Thunderbike won the "European Championship Of Custom Bike Builder" and the "Public Choice Award" with their hottest Showbike "Spectacula".
127 custom bikes of famous manufacturers from 19 countries participated on this competition.
SPECS
Builder: Thunderbike
Owner: Thunderbike
Location: Hamminkeln
Country: Germany
Bike Name: Spectacula
Bike Year/Model: 2006
Engine Make/Size: TP 124cui
Transmission Size/Type: Revtech
Frame Make/Type: (...)
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Wednesday, December 31st, 1969

The evolution of racing bikes is the result of many small steps. The underlying concept is never abandoned, rejected or turned upside down. It is only meticulous little changes that finally lead to perfection. It is for this very reason that the F4 has made history for sports bikes and gone on to become a legend.
The F4 of today is a symbol of this legend. The R312 where "three hundred and twelve" is the top speed. To go fast means, tests, hard work, sweat and winning on the (...)
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Wednesday, December 31st, 1969

Kawasaki is pleased to announce that the awesome Ninja ZX-10R is now available on 0% APR (Typical) Finance as part of the ‘Precious Metal’ Finance Campaign launched earlier this month.
Precious Metal, offered through Kawasaki’s K-Care Finance partner, Black Horse, means customers can now purchase the 1000cc Superbike with a minimum deposit of only £99 with 0% finance over 3 years.
As if that wasn’t enough, every new Ninja ZX-10R purchased until March 31 will also (...)
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Wednesday, December 31st, 1969

Basic model: Yamaha R6
Modifications:
Framework and rims integral polished Saddle leather covers Yamaha YZF R1 mill"sime 1999 fork Hyperpro shock absorber K&N air filter Dynojet kit Larger diameter piston (68.3 instead of 65.5) Reinforced clutch
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Wednesday, December 31st, 1969

Rise to the challenge of the Harley Owners Group (H.O.G.) Posse Ride: Great American Adventure and become part of the legend. This 18-day cross-country journey July 13-30, 2007, blazes a 3,200-mile trail through the heartland of the United States.
Throw a leg over a Harley-Davidson motorcycle in Wilmington, Del., with the rest of the Posse and prepare for some serious saddle time. Answer the call of the long, open road as the ride heads along the historic Lincoln Highway (US 30) past the (...)
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