Interesting notes and facts about motorcycles.
On 17 October, BMW Motorrad Welt hosts a daytime season closing followed by a separate evening event. The daytime programme is free, but advance registration is required for both parts.
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A chin bar that lifts does not automatically mean a helmet is approved for riding open. The approval marking sewn into the chin strap gives the answer.
Read full article SHARP Helmet Safety Scheme
Spain registered 30,696 motorcycles and other light vehicles in September, up 21.9% year on year. Scooters accounted for 55.9% of the market.
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Honda battery-sharing services operate in five Asian markets. The approach shows how much an electric motorcycle’s usefulness depends on its network of stations.
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An offline map can help a motorcycle journey continue through weak mobile coverage. Check the saved area and navigation limits before setting off.
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The Bullet name appeared in 1932. A postwar suspension redesign and the start of production in India helped the model continue across generations.
Read full article Royal Enfield
London’s Bike Shed grew from writing about custom motorcycles into exhibitions and a place to meet. Its story shows how a motorcycle culture takes shape.
Read full article Bike Shed Moto Co.
Slovenia’s Mangart Road threads through five rock-cut tunnels, but a landslide closure currently prevents riding its full length to the saddle.
Read full article Soča Valley
Before a ride, look beyond tread depth to the sidewalls and the pattern of wear. A hard impact can leave damage that is not visible from outside.
Read full article Bridgestone
Motorcycles in a staggered group do not travel directly behind one another. Group ride assist is designed to help adaptive cruise control follow that pattern.
Read full article Bosch Mobility