Motorcycle Musings

Harley-Davidson issues voluntary recall of certain 2014 motorcycles

(October 17, 2013) MILWAUKEE — Harley-Davidson is acting quickly to address potential safety issues by voluntarily recalling certain 2014 Touring motorcycles equipped with a hydraulic clutch system that may pose a safety issue for riders and/or passengers. The recalls include a Do Not Ride notice to owners and a Do Not Deliver notice to Harley-Davidson dealers until the motorcycle is fixed.

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure — Next-generation large, boxer-engine GS model

(October 8, 2013) WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J.  — The arrival of the new BMW R 1200 GS Adventure heralds the beginning of a new chapter in the success story of BMW Motorrad’s large, boxer-engine GS models that dates back more than 30 years.

Since its debut in 2005, the big GS Adventure has been firmly established as the definitive machine for long-distance travel. It transports two-wheeled explorers to the farthest-flung corners of the world and allows them to keep pressing on when others have long since turned back.

Harley-Davidson riders wear pink, raise $1 million for breast cancer research

(October 1, 2013) MILWAUKEE — The Harley-Davidson family of riders and fans has a promise for women affected by breast cancer: You're not alone, because we ride with you. These riders and fans added extra horsepower to that promise by raising more than $1 million for organizations that support and empower women affected by breast cancer through the purchase of Harley-Davidson Genuine MotorClothes Pink Label Collection apparel and merchandise.

Bosch develops motorcycle stability control system

(September 25, 2013) Bosch has developed motorcycle stability control (MSC), the first brake control system for motorcycles to ensure the best possible stability in all riding situations. It supports the biker during both braking and accelerating, and while riding straight as well as while cornering.

Ducati shows its 899 Panigale

(September 20, 2013) The Italian motorcycle maker Ducati introduced its 899 Panigale at the Frankfurt Motor Show, describing it as a “Supermid” version of the 1199 Panigale that has the thrill of a flagship model with the refined character of an everyday street bike.

VW Credit launches Ducati Financial Services

(September 20, 2013) HERNDON, Va. — VW Credit, Inc. (VCI), a subsidiary of Volkswagen Group of America, Inc., has announced that it will now offer retail financing for new and used Ducati motorcycles in the U.S.

Thousands of thundering motorcycles rumble through Milwaukee

(September 2, 2013) MILWAUKEE  — One of the greatest spectacles in America hit the streets of Milwaukee on Aug. 31. It was a thunder of Harley-Davidson pride you could literally feel in your chest as nearly 7,000 Harley-Davidson customers, dealers and employees from around the world rolled through downtown Milwaukee to celebrate Harley-Davidson's 110th Anniversary.

San Diego BMW-built S 1000 RR tops 224 mph at Bonneville

(August 30, 2013) WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J. – Andy Sills of Hunter Sills Racing piloted a San Diego BMW Motorcycles-built BMW S 1000 RR during its debut appearance to an average speed of 224.190 miles per hour across the timed mile on the Bonneville Salt Flats in Wendover, Utah, on Aug. 16, at the famed SCTA Speedweek. The achievement made this S 1000 RR the world's fastest BMW motorcycle.

Harley-Davidson redefines motorcycling with Project Rushmore

(August 19, 2013) — Harley-Davidson this weekend unveiled its new lineup of 2014 motorcycle models during the company's annual summer dealer meeting in Denver.  The star of the show is not a single new bike — rather, it's the landmark product development effort that resulted in Project Rushmore's delivery of innovative, customer-driven enhancements to the world's best-selling line of touring motorcycles. The road trip will never be the same.

Single-wheeled, self-balancing unicycle to be launched in UK

(August 12, 2013) Created by United States-based Focus Designs the SBU V3, self-balancing unicycle, is genuinely a new way to travel and riding it a truly unique experience. It is being launched this summer in the UK. It is now sold in the U.S.

Ride for pleasure or as great way to get from A-to-B. Weighing in at only 27 pounds the SBU V3 is easily portability making it the perfect in-between commuter as it fits on the bus, the train, and under your desk at work.