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Triumph Tiger 955i recall
By Visordown News on 15/09/2009 08:59:17
Luggage rack concerns prompts European recall of trailie triple
WE'VE HEARD reports of a possible recall upcoming on the Triumph Tiger 955i.Apparently there could be an issue with the luggage rack which can slide on the mounting lugs because of a problem with the washers. We've not had any official notification
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LPG-powered Yamaha XT500
By Visordown News on 21/11/2008 10:09:57
Alternative power, quick change wheels, gargantuan luggage capacity, belt drive - check out the liquid gas powered Greenfly
flat (ooh, he's on form today - Ed).Check the custom fabricated luggage! I bet the handling's interesting when those buggers are full. Thanks to our friends at Motorradonline for the images.Engine: 500cc single cylinder, four-stroke, 2-valve SOHC, 87mm
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Sports Tourer test: Tiger 1050, VFR800, GSX-R1000 K7 and Fazer FZ1
By Jon Urry on 04/03/2010 11:18:20
Just what is a sports-tourer these days? Used to be a middle-for-diddle model with zero sex appeal, but these days it could be anything from a superbike with luggage to a purpose-built mile-muncher...
Just what is a sports-tourer these days? Used to be a middle-for-diddle model with zero sex appeal, but these days it could be anything from a superbike with luggage to a purpose-built mile-muncher...There was a time when motorcycles were grouped
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What is a sports tourer - Triumph Tiger, FZ1 Fazer, VFR800 and GSX-R1000 road test
By Jon Urry on 21/05/2010 11:06:16
Just what is a sports-tourer these days? Used to be a middle-for-diddle model with zero sex appeal, but these days it could be anything from a superbike with luggage to a purpose-built mile-muncher
There was a time when motorcycles were grouped together in neat little classes. Have you seen your bike on a racetrack? Yes, so then it’s a Sportsbike. If it’s got a monster engine as well then that makes it a Superbike. Does it have flat bars and no fairing? Yep, well that makes...
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Alpinestars 2010 rucksack range
By Ben Cope on 03/08/2009 11:17:10
Six new backpacks from Alpinestars should make lugging your stuff that bit easier
Alpinestars have expanded their range of rucksacks and backpacks for 2010, with six new models. Alpinestars rucksacks are a firm favourite in the office, with their good-looking design, nice details from iPod pockets and holes to pass earphones through, to key clips and waterproo...
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How to go motorcycle touring
By Visordown on 13/01/2012 13:01:22
Never been touring before? Never left the UK? Here are the basics
Riding abroad is a great big adventure, and is one of Visordown's biking must-dos. The nearest abroad we’ve got is France and, as luck would have it, it’s one of the best places in Europe to go and ride a bike. France has a disproportionate percentage of awesome roads, the weathe...
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Kawasaki Versys 1000 prices revealed
By Visordown News on 29/11/2011 08:43:33
Kawasaki's four-cylinder all-rounder gets traction control, ABS and a claimed 250-mile range
KAWASAKI have revealed the pricing for their Versys 1000, it will cost £9499.The bike shares its engine with the firm's Z1000 and Z1000SX; a 1043cc inline four. The engine has been retuned and compression lowered for more low-down and mid-range torque, while 1st and 2nd gears are...
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Bagster BMW R1200GS Seatster
By Visordown News on 07/07/2009 08:35:33
Bagster launch a new more comfortable seat for your BMW R1200GS
BMW R1200GS ... Bagster launch more comfortable seatBAGSTER have launched a new seat for the BMW R1200GS.The Seaster replaces the standard seat and according to Bagster you can now settle into a seat with rectangles of gel inserted into the foam at strategic points at the front a...
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Performance Touring: How to pack light
By Ben Cope on 27/01/2012 14:44:55
The ultimate checklist for those who want to cover distance without being weighed down
Packing. Contrary to what previous girlfriends have told me; it doesn't need to be done three-weeks in advance and nor do I need to try and cram 90% of all my belongings into a variety of luggage. When it comes to going away on the bike, less
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First Ride: 2006 Triumph Tiger 955i review
By Visordown on 13/10/2006 16:40:00
Triumph's trusty Tiger is comfortable, reliable and good fun to ride. But does it fall short anywhere? We find out
This review is part of the Monster Trailies Lap France mega-test review. Click the link for the rivals.Five more minutes in bed to savour the starched pillow and lumpy mattress - tonight the ground won't be as forgiving. My body feels like I've already done a day's work. It wasn'...
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