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Harley-Davidson launch YouTube channel
By Visordown News on 24/09/2008 09:30:52
See the 2009 model range on Harley's new online media source
TO CELEBRATE its 105th anniversary, Harley-Davidson have launched their own YouTube channel.The new channel showcases the 2009 model lineup, as well as giving viewers a look at the new V-Rod Muscle with the 120bhp Revolution engine. Viewers
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Yamaha launch MotoGP bodykit for R1 and R6
By Visordown News on 18/09/2008 09:28:56
Limited edition Team Fiat Yamaha bodykits for diehard MotoGP fans
FIAT YAMAHA fans will probably love this new MotoGP-inspired aftermarket set of bodykit, especially if they own a new R1 or R6. What's more it's official kit too, from Yamaha.Now the downside, the kit's only available in France and there will only be 35 made, which makes you won...
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GetGeared launches new-look website
By Visordown News on 21/08/2008 12:11:12
'Parts Finder' and new parcel tracking system feature on all-new online look
GetGeared, the online mail-order retailer, has re-launched its web site after 4 years. The previous site propelled GetGeared.co.uk to becomethe most visited web site for motorcycle clothing and accessories in the UK (source: alexa.com).The new
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Honda VFR1200F launch: Even the toilet has ABS
By Mark Forsyth on 20/10/2009 10:03:32
It's my first time in Japan, and I'm already baffled by the technology. And that's just in the hotel bathroom...
to check that bad boy out as soon as I’ve filed this copy. What could possibly go wrong?We’re here for the launch of Honda’s VFR1200F and we’ll get our first sneak preview at tomorrow’s 41st Tokyo motorshow which is about an hour from our Hotel. Tokyo
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2010 Honda VFR1200 European launch road test
By Tim Skilton on 11/06/2010 09:12:17
Honda has a lot riding on this one. With dwindling 1000cc supersports sales and an increase in the sports-tourer market, the VFR1200F is arguably the company’s most important new bike for a decade
for engine reliability and performance.Rain pain in SpainSo, here we are in not-so-sunny Southern Spain for the European launch of the VFR1200F. Honda has planned a 200-mile route for us to test the new machine: 60 miles of motorway, around 80 miles of fast A
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2010 Honda VFR1200F world launch test
By Mark Forsyth on 04/06/2010 12:34:57
One of motorcycling’s worst kept secrets - Honda’s top-secret VFR1200F. Visordown were among the chosen few to ride it at the Sugo circuit in Japan
A race circuit seemed like a strange place to launch a 265kg bike with a 1545mm wheelbase but the spec sometimes only tells part of the story.The VFR1200F feels noticeably smaller than a Pan Euro and fractionally bigger than a VFR800. Its pork
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Arai launch Tour X3 McGregor and Boorman replicas
By Visordown News on 21/08/2008 12:19:16
State of the art multi-purpose helmet now available in 'Long Way Down' colours
THE NEW Arai Tour X3 and replicas of the Tour X3, as used by Charley Boorman and Ewan McGregor in the BBC TV series Long Way Down, are now in UK Arai dealerships.The new Tour X3 has a re-designed peak with reinforced ridges and a new enlarged visor/peak holder pressure plate. B...
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Honda CBR600RR C-ABS launch test review
By German Ooms on 06/09/2010 11:47:01
Honda’s mostly-under-the-skin revised CBR600RR has one very significant addition for 2009 - an ABS braking system. But can ABS really sit comfortably on a supersport bike?
Click to read: Honda CBR600RR owners reviews, Honda CBR600RR specs and to see the Honda CBR600RR image gallery.It’s already two years ago since we first laid eyes on the current version of the CBR600RR. By Honda tradition, this means we’re due an upgrade to their popular superspo...
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The perfect launch?
By mark forsyth on 06/09/2010 16:54:24
Well, it's pretty close
area is a thick layer of years and years of accumulated rubber.To fully appreciate the violence of this launch, try and put yourself in the rider's place. Mind boggling.
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Ducati 848 launch World Press Launch
By Visordown News on 30/11/2007 09:20:38
TWO's Jon Urry sends us back his first impressions
New 848s ready for testingRubens Xaus...may have to nail his hat on laterMorning All. Jon Urry here, reporting in from Almeria, Spain at the World Press Launch of Ducati's new 848. I've just arrived at the circuit and been greeted by this sight
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