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Steve Jobs: Rest in peace
By Robin Goodwin on 06/10/2011 11:02:14
Inventor, evangelist and biker
in an inspirational speech at Stanford University in 2005 - that proves that whatever we do we must live life to the full - something that is done on two-wheels.In it he said: "When I was 17, I read a quote that went something like: "If you live each day
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How many bikes does Fabio own?
By Robin Goodwin on 26/07/2011 17:35:54
Just a few...
How does this model spend the money earned from his luscious hair and chiseled jaw? Fabio buys bikes.
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Friday Flick: Fast Freddie explains racing
By Robin Goodwin on 07/01/2011 16:22:27
You've seen the infamous challenge, now watch the full docu-film
machine pitted against a street bike and car around Laguna Seca.Here is Part Two and Part Three of 'Freddie Spencer explains motorcycle racing'.Enjoy.
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Buddy Holly, Ariel Cyclone, 1958
By Robin Goodwin on 19/04/2012 14:20:33
Crazy feelin' on a British bike
Above is some fantastic home movie footage of Buddy Holly and the Crickets messing around on motorbikes in 1958. The story behind the bikes in the video starts after Buddy Holly, Joe Mauldin and Jerry Allison came back from a successful tour in 1958
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Showcase: Waterproof textile trousers
By Robin Goodwin on 27/02/2012 07:59:17
Eight waterproof textile trousers ranging from budget to premium
Last week we covered waterproof textile jackets, this week we have a selection of eight textile trousers that are available on the market, ranging from the budget to the premium.Keep your pins well protected from preciptation with these waterproof textile trousers...What gear do ...
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Showcase: Waterproof textile jackets
By Robin Goodwin on 23/02/2012 09:38:25
Eight waterproof textile jackets
It's cold and it's wet but with a waterproof textile jacket you'll be able to keep plugging on through the winter weather.To give you an idea of what is available we've pooled together a selection of eight jackets that are on the market, from the budget to the range toppers.When ...
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Showcase: Base layers
By Robin Goodwin on 11/04/2012 09:10:36
Base layers not only keep you warm and dry, they also make it easy slipping in and out of your gear. Here are six two piece base layers to get you going
Wearing base layers can have a huge impact in improving your comfort whilst riding, no matter the weather conditions.There are two good reasons for adding a base layer underneath your regular riding gear. During cold climates, thermal properties in the underwear help in trapping ...
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The Visordown 'End of 2011' Quiz
By Ben Cope & Robin Goodwin on 21/12/2011 13:29:00
Have you been paying attention at the back?
the British Superbike championship for Tommy Hill?a) 0.006b) 0.010c) 0.60014. Loris Capirossi retired at the end of the 2011 season, what year did he start racing in Grand Prix?a) 1988b) 1990c) 199215. Valentino Rossi gave his mum a Ducati as a present, what
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Top 10 fictional motorbikes
By Robin Goodwin on 31/08/2010 09:56:30
A long time ago a young adventurer was tasked with assembling a list of the 10 best fictional motorbikes. Here is what he discovered
on non-fiction as the flying bike was based upon the Triumph T 120 Bonneville, it is a rarity to see one of these Bonnies commuting across the sky.08. Star Trek Police hoverbikeA 23rd Century 'what-if' from the latest Star Trek film. This futuristic
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Zero to launch electric sportsbike
By Robin Goodwin on 11/05/2009 11:25:47
Lightweight, 31bhp, sportster to hit British shores in 2010
ZERO Motorcycles are currently preparing an electric sportsbike based on the Zero S Supermoto, which should hit UK showrooms sometime next year. Targeted at the 125cc sports category, the Zero SS is set to make around 31bhp from a 4kWh battery
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