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Used Test: Suzuki DL1000 V-Strom
By Bertie Simmonds on 09/04/2008 23:01:00
Handsome is as handsome does. And if that's the case, many owners reckon the V-Strom is drop-dead gorgeous and offers plenty of smiles for the miles.
Let's get the looks out of the way. Yes, it's the kind of mush only a mother could love, but it's only skin-deep. Scratch the surface of the Suzuki V-Strom (and sadly that's all too easy) and you'll find a comfy, mile-munching two-up tourer for second-hand learner bike money.Rele...
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Jamie Whitham Column - Jul 2007
By Jamie Whitham on 01/07/2007 16:59:56
It was a case of see no Evil, hear no Evil in Southern France, but for our James Whitham Evil took its revenge only days later
IT'S NOT BEEN A GOOD MONTH for us at TWO. First up Evil Jim (Bowen) had a fairly lucky escape in the 1000s test in the south of France when he slithered off the ZX-10R. We were doing some photos on a stretch of mountain road above Montpellier and had found the ideal corner. Going...
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The Art of Fast - Six expert secrets
By Stuart Barker on 19/07/2010 15:26:01
There are various different species of rider but with most cases the requirement of speed is essential. Visordown examines why some riders are faster than others, what being fast really means and uncovers the secrets of going faster
One man's fast is another man's slow. If you posted a lap of Donington good enough to put you on the third row of a MotoGP grid your mates wouldn't hear the end of it, but Rossi would be gutted. For some cracking the ton is enough; for others that's just warming the tyres.Of cour...
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Hammer & Sickle: USA in a sidecar
By Lois Pryce on 03/08/2010 09:14:51
There’s no better way to socialise with a nation than by thrashing a strange device into its heartland. In this case a Soviet-built Ural combination trans-America
with a roadside breakdown. In case you’re wondering, Ivan doesn’t actually exist, except in metaphysical form as the all-knowing Russian everyman, master of all things Ural.The Ural sidecar outfit has acquired something of a cult following over the years
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Niall's Spin: 2005 Kawasaki ZX-6R review
By Niall Mackenzie on 17/09/2010 15:56:04
The two-year development cycle the Japanese manufacturers all follow for their sports bikes means previous models can quickly be forgotten and the ZX-6R is a case in point
Click to read: 2005 Kawasaki ZX-6R owners reviews, 2005 Kawasaki ZX-6R specs and to see the 2005 Kawasaki ZX-6R image gallery.I've seen some recently at bargain prices and with tempting finance deals, and you could do a lot worse than snap one up as the ZX can still live with any...
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Speeding: Roadside and courtroom manners
By Warren Pole on 11/08/2010 15:45:49
Not that you'll ever need this lot of course, but just in case here's how to make the best of a bad situation. After more tugs than I can count and nine court appearances here's what I've learned
solicitor. Whoever you go for pick one that specializes in bike cases and who you feel comfortable with.Wear a sober but smart suit, shirt and tie, remove any flash jewelry, and look presentable. Magistrates are generally upper-middle-class folk who have
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Debate: Do we put too much pressure on British racers?
By Visordown on 01/07/2008 13:33:09
Given Toseland’s recent disaster at the British MotoGP, is it the case that as a nation, we expect too much, too soon out of our budding GP riders? Do British fans put too much pressure on them by expecting them to perform?
I think Toseland puts too much pressure on himself to perform for the British race fans. However, on the other hand, he’s paid to get results, he obviously wants to win, so we should expect to see him win and one day win the Championship.T509SpeedyThey are professionals, they get...
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iPhone 4G mount for the modern biker
By Robin Goodwin on 17/11/2010 10:22:45
£19.99 iPhone 4G handlebar mount
the opportunity to spread the envy to a greater audience of motorists and pedestrians, without fear of damaging your pride of joy.The specifications for the Ultimate-Mobiles revolves around a waterproof case for the Apple iPhone 4G. Attaching to the bars
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Onboard with Randy Mamola at Almeria
By Visordown News on 22/03/2010 12:06:16
Former GP man gives it the berries at Spanish track
-compound technology break new ground by providing even more soft rubber on the shoulders. This softer compound kicks in sooner, too.Take the example of a front tyre leaning at an angle of 36°: 27% of the contact patch is made up of soft rubber in the case
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Calling all Harley-owning, Olympus-toting shopaholics
By Visordown News on 23/02/2010 15:27:53
Are either of you interested in this?
GOOD LORD: where will it ever end?Harley-Davidson and Olympus cameras have launched a range of branded leather bags, specifically for use with Olympus cameras. The cases come replete with 'silver studs, buckles, chains and the iconic Harley
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