Motorcycles
November 2, 2009
Best Motorcycle Riding Gloves - Knox Handroid Gloves
These best motorcycle riding gloves called the Knox Handroid Gloves are the flagship of the new Hand Armour range and incorporate new revolutionary technologies designed to make your fragile hands safer. These best motorcycle riding gloves feature a hard-but-flexible exoskeleton that cushions and impact you take and appears to even prevent hyperextension of the fingers. The Knox Handroid Gloves also protect your usually unprotected scaphoid (the bone that connects your thumb to your wrist) and features a ratchet lacing system to achieve a snug fit that also prevents the glove from coming off. There's a gel honeycomb structure that provides impact protection for the wrist. Look for these to go on sale March 2010.
October 8, 2009
Wrist Phone Case - iBike Rider
A wrist phone case like this iBike Rider will keep your iPhone at easy access so you can check out the maps app, GPS, and facebook etc. when needed. This wrist phone case looks really cool and comes with a hands-free kit that includes a mic and a waterproof, wrist-mounted case. Buy this iBike Rider for a price of $40+.
Via The Awesomer
September 14, 2009
2010 Motorcycle Cruisers - Yamaha Star Stratoliner Deluxe
2010 motorcycle cruisers like this Yamaha Star Stratoliner Deluxe is an ultimate power cruiser that delivers unmatched performance and style. These 2010 motorcycle cruisers
boast a 65-degree, four-valves-percylinder, 1679cc V4 engine that will give you plenty of eye-opening, controllable acceleration from a compact engine. The Yamaha Star Stratoliner Deluxe also features downdraft four-bore fuel injection with YCC-I intake technology and YCC-T fly-by-wire throttle provide awesome acceleration throughout the broad powerband. A lightweight aluminum chassis puts the engine low and forward for mass centralization, resulting in a machine designed to handle curves as well as straightaways. Borrowing liberally from advanced sportbike technology, VMAX features a slipper clutch, wave-style brake discs, master cylinders, ABS, and complete suspension adjustability front and rear. Functionality and forward-thinking style uniquely combine with features like oxidized-titanium coated 52mm front fork tubes, magnesium engine side covers, fluorinated polyethylene fuel tank and the organic electroluminescence multifunction display. This Yamaha Star motorcycle has a price of $19,500 (Candy Red) and will be available from November 2009.
July 21, 2009
German Motorcycles - Sachs MadAss 125
German Motorcycles like this Sachs MadAss 125 boasts the perfect balance of power and practicality, The German Motorcycle is the perfect example of form following function, and a true German engineering marvel. With the Sachs MadAss 125 you get an exclusive Sachs frame design that is the whole key to why the bike handles so well. The banana swing arm, the rear mono shock, and main frame all run parallel to each other. This allows jolts from the rear wheel to be sent forward into the front suspension, and not up into the rider. Fuel is carried in the frame, and together you get an incredibly light, and nimble machine weighing just 219 lbs.
Other MadAss features include twin H.I.D. headlights with 55 watts of white light, and dual disc brakes. Aggressive low profile tubeless tires mounted on 16 inch alloy rims, and 43mm front forks round out this impressive performer from Sachs. Buy this Sachs MadAss 125 for a price of $2,695.
Via Coolmaterial
May 7, 2009
Bmw 1000cc Sportbike - 2010 BMW S 1000 RR
The new Bmw 1000cc Sportbike, the 2010 BMW S 1000 RR is the most powerful 1000cc production bike on the market. The Bmw 1000cc Sportbike is very lightweight at 404lbs, and is powered by a 999cc engine that boasts 193 horsepower and 83 lb-ft of torque. Some cool new technical features on the 2010 BMW S 1000 RR include a 4 stage ABS with settings for Rain, Slick, Sport, and Race scenarios. The 1000 RR will be available in early 2010.
Via Hell for leather
April 6, 2009
Board Track Racing Motorcycles - Derringer Cycles
Board track racing motorcycles like these Derringer Cycles are a modern version of 1920s board track racing bikes. Board track racing motorcycles feature the hybrid option of either pedaling like a bicycle or rockin out on the 49cc 4-stroke Honda engine. The Derringer was created by world-renowned industrial designer Bio Link , whose clients range from celebrities including Brad Pitt and members of the Royal Family, to design-forward companies such as Sony, Reebok, and Hewlett Packard.
February 5, 2009
Fast Electric Motorcycle - Mission Motors Mission One
A fast electric motorcycle like this new Mission Motors Mission One was created by some of the same people that brought you the Tesla Electric Roadster. If you thought a fast electric motorcycle was an oxymoron, think again... the Mission One is expected to reach a top speed of 150 mph and has and will take you around 150 miles on a single charge. It'll take only two hours to recharge the electric motorcycle all the way, plus the electric motor will be much more low maintenance. The Mission One will sell for a price of $69,000. No news on when, but we'll keep you posted.
January 10, 2009
Bmw Urban Motorcycles - G 650 Xcountry
Getting and of the cool Bmw Urban Motorcycles in the city may be your best bet to get around, have an edgy and sporty ride, and save money (MPG 59.6). The G 650 Xcountry Bmw Urban Motorcycle is the most versatile member of BMW Motorrad's fresh new G series line and features a round head lamp, round side panels, black, anodized wheels, a zippy 53 hp single cylinder engine, and a high performance lightweight design. The Marzocchi telescopic forks and Magura aluminum handlebars can take on any road you ride from dusty gravel to asphalt. A chill ride. Buy this Bmw G 650 Xcountry for a price of $7,500.
January 4, 2009
Electric Motorcycle Concept - MOTOrepublic Beta
Here's a cool electric motorcycle concept design we found at likecool.com. One of the coolest electric motorcycle concepts, the MOTOrepublic Beta motorcycle is a performance motorcycle that runs on electricity instead of the standard internal combustion engine. The MOTOrepublic Beta also features an ultra-thin exoskeleton frame which and produces neither CO2 emissions or the loud noise you'd find in the mainstream motorcyle. There's no word on when it will be produced, so stay tuned. Be sure to check out the Bmw Custom Concept, another cool motorcycle concept.
January 3, 2009
Bmw Custom Concept
The Bmw Custom Concept was as a new custom design study at the EICMA motorcycle show in Milan on November 4th, 2008. Developed by BMW Motorrad design team leader David Robb, the Bmw Custom Concept combines sport and muscle in a homage to the incredible 85-year history of BMW Motorcycles and a nod to the purest form of two-wheel design. The Custom Concept was conceived as a fully customizable ride, hence the name. It features a flat twin 'Boxer' engine with 105 hp, a trellis frame, 17-inch wheels, 6-piston brake calipers and corner carving upside down forks. A very sharp Bike!
