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The fastest bikes in the world

Although land speed records are usually associated with cars, of all types of varieties including EVs and hybrids, there are also land speed records for bicycles, too. In August 2011, wooden bike designer and builder Michael Thompson from Norfolk and triathlete James Tully broke a land speed record with Thompson’s wooden bicycle – the Splinterbike. … [Continue Reading]

Chris Hoy – Going for Three Golds at London 2012?

Chris Hoy is the most successful Scottish Olympian ever, and one of the most accomplished British athletes. He is also a favourite for the gold in London 2012 betting tips. At the last Olympics in Beijing, he won three gold medals, a feat that had only been achieved once before by a British athlete; namely,… [Continue Reading]

Motocross

Motocross

For those of us who are not fully aware of what Motocross?

Motocross is widely said to be the planet's preferred sort of bike racing. Motocross comes from a French term mixing motorcycling and cross-country. Motocross tracks are often made from hills, dust roads, and muddy tracks and turns. The dimensions of the course permits up to forty riders to challenge at the exact same time. In motocross, pro races are measured by time. A pro race generally lasts for half an hour. After this time, once the leader has crossed the line, he's given a signal to show there are 2 laps remaining. On the subsequent lap, he's given the one lap to go signal and the race is finished at the end of that lap. This is known as 30 mins and 2 laps. Other motocross races might be determined only on laps, so the first rider to finish a destined quantity of laps is the winner. The 1st 3 riders to finish the laps are called lectern riders and win first to 3rd positions. The bikes utilized in motocross range all the way from fifty to 550 cc. Bikes compete in individual races according to their engine size. The bikes are much lighter than standard bikes, and metal like aluminium is utilized in the place of heavier metals. Motocross bikes can be purchased in prepared to race condition or acclimatised to the rider's taste. Highly tuned pro bikes are called factory bikes. Motocross racing is among the most fun sports to observe. Riders appear to perform risky turns and jumps. The effort used to govern the bike is tangible and the rider can be seen shifting his … [Read More...]

Motorbikes

Motoring In Music

Cars, motorbikes and music seem inextricably linked. But as Prefab Sprout sprouted back in 1988 “Some things hurt more, much more, than cars and girls”. Maybe so. But in the meantime, let’s keep it simple and stupid, as they say, and have a think about the best and worst ever. The best is easy; it’s… [Continue Reading]

Will Honda’s Goldwing become a hybrid?

As we all know, the recent rise in numbers of hybrid cars indicates that many manufacturers in the motoring industry are doing their utmost to improve the environmental reputation of motoring. And this also applies to the motorbike industry. Rumours abound that Honda will soon produce a hybrid motorbike. The company applied for a patent… [Continue Reading]

Mini bikes and estate cars – the perfect partnership

If you love biking, and you love to travel – but you hate to feel encumbered and you also like to travel at a reasonable speed – then you may find that a mini bike and an estate car form the perfect partnership. Now if you’re a biker, I already know what you’re thinking; no… [Continue Reading]

Biofuel bikes in Brazil

The developments in the motor industry in general are often reflected in the bike world.  So it’s not surprising that we are seeing increasing numbers of biofuel motorbikes. Since 2009, biofuel bikes have been taking over in Brazil with the introduction of a modified Honda bike – the Mix. It’s a small motorcycle that you’ll… [Continue Reading]

A history of a motorcycle pioneer

Honda is one of the biggest names in motorbike manufacturing in the world today. Like many of the major entrepreneurial success stories of the twentieth century, the company had very humble beginnings. Soichiro Honda was born in Hamamatsu, Japan. As a youth, Honda was an apprentice in an automotive garage in Tokyo. In 1928, he… [Continue Reading]

Racing

Hamilton Needs To Refocus!

The start of the new F1 season his just around the corner and with all the hype expectation surrounding the teams during the testing in Barcelona, the smallest of changes can play a huge part in being successful or not. Lewis Hamilton has been a popular stan james free bets this week and he will… [Continue Reading]

Maldonado pleased with progress

Pastor Maldonado produced an impressive and promising fastest time on day three of pre-season testing inBarcelona, giving the Williams team a massive boost ahead of the new campaign. The 26-year old went round the Circuit de Catalunya in 1:22.391, a second quicker than Michael Schumacher’s Mercedes in second – something which has alerted those looking… [Continue Reading]

Vettel ready to rule again

Sebastian Vettel will be stronger than ever this year according to Red Bull owner Dietrich Mateschitz who believes the defending champion has improved since last year. The 24-year old will go into the new season looking to claim his third consecutive world championship and put himself firmly in the record books despite racing betting odds…. [Continue Reading]

Kimi not setting any targets

Former world champion Kimi Raikkonen made his return behind a Formula One wheel this week as he begun some pre-season training with his new Lotus team. The Finn was quick to insist he was having no problem re-adapting to the stresses and strains that come with being in an F1 car, despite having been away… [Continue Reading]

Alonso – Hamilton superior to Vettel

Lewis Hamilton will have to overcome plenty of challenges if he is going to challenge for this year’s world championship, perhaps the biggest of all being himself. While Sebastian Vettel made it back-to-back world titles, many still view Hamilton as being Formula One’s most naturally gifted driver. 2012 will be a year in which the… [Continue Reading]

Tyres

The cheapest way to motor

If driving, for you, is simply a matter of getting from A to B in a reasonable amount of comfort and safety – and doing so as cost effectively as you possibly can, then logic says you should buy the best cheap used Honda you can. There are two basic truths behind this reasoning: The… [Continue Reading]

Changing your Bicycle Tire

One of the fundamentals of cycle upkeep is the power to change a bike tire. Whether the explanation behind the change is to fix a flat tire or add new tires that are right for numerous sorts of terrain and road conditions, the power to change a cycle tire is a crucial talent for each… [Continue Reading]

Products

Federal 20/20 Fork

The Federal 20/20 Fork is stronger and an improvement on last years model. Fully heat treated with new tapered legs that are now angled at the bottom for extra rail clearance, weighing in at an impressive 895g!

BSD Jersey Barrier Hub Guard

The BSD Jersey Barrier Hub Guard designed by Mike ‘jersey’ Taylor is an innovation in hubguards. The 7075 alloy inner replaces the cone nut and provides support for the slippery high density plastic guard, making hangups a thing of the past. Made specially for each hub they provide a perfect fit, maximum protection and don’t… [Continue Reading]

Blank Dual Lower Gyro Cable

The Blank Dual Lower Gyro Cable work with all Gyro systems that use a dual cable from the bottom of the gyro to the brake.

SDG I-Beam BMX Micro Seatpost 2012

SDG I-Beam BMX Micro Seatpost 2012. Seatposts. •Category: BMX •Features:The I-Beam Micro System has the widest range of fore and aft adjustment. The I-Beam System uses a single, easy-access 5mm bolt for quick and simple adjustments or saddle changes. New micro head design allows precise angl ….

SweetskinZ Rattleback BMX Bike Tyre – 20×2.125″

The SweetskinZ Rattleback BMX Bike Tyre is great for customising your bike and will keep riders safe and seen in poor light conditions.

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The cheapest way to motor

January 29, 2012 By Lucas Singh

If driving, for you, is simply a matter of getting from A to B in a reasonable amount of comfort and safety – and doing so as cost effectively as you possibly can, then logic says you should buy the best cheap used Honda you can. There are two basic truths behind this reasoning: The… [Continue Reading]

Hamilton Needs To Refocus!

February 27, 2012 By Lucas Singh

The start of the new F1 season his just around the corner and with all the hype expectation surrounding the teams during the testing in Barcelona, the smallest of changes can play a huge part in being successful or not. Lewis Hamilton has been a popular stan james free bets this week and he will… [Continue Reading]