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KTM RC390 breaks cover ahead of EICMA

October 26, 2013 by Jim Gorde 1 Comment

KTM RC390 webThe all-new 2014 KTM RC390 has been leaked, or so our friends online have claimed. The new fully-faired model is based on the 390 Duke, and brings the entire list of goodies including WP suspension, standard ABS, 110-front and 150-section rear rubber and, of course, the high-revving 373.2cc fuel-injected, liquid-cooled, DOHC 4-valve motor with all of its 43.5 PS.

The new motorcycle gains a few pounds, but actually looks even more delectable now, especially for sportsbike fans. At 147 kg, the power-to-weight ratio is still staggering at 296 PS/tonne. Most of the design elements other than the fairing are the same, save for the headlamp unit, which is now a twin-headlamp setup. You also get clip-on handlebars for a sportier riding position.

The RC390 will be produced alongside the 390 Duke and will make its way to India, we expect, early next year and with a price tag only slightly higher than its mean, naked sibling, the 390 Duke.

Story: Jim Gorde

Images: visordown.com

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Filed Under: Latest News, New Bike Launches, News

Why We Ride

October 21, 2013 by Jim Gorde Leave a Comment

Why We Ride 1 webI’ve had an endless number of people ask me this question time and time again: ‘Why do you ride?’ My reaction to this question is always promptly answered with a big grin on my face followed by the words ‘Because it’s so much fun’ and there’s no better feeling in the world.

So you can imagine how overjoyed I was when I happened to come across a documentary film titled ‘Why We Ride’. It’s a story about who we are, as bikers. Individuals tied together across the world by the one longing to discover and explore the world on two wheels. Getting away from the four walls of our offices, the routine of mundane life and chores and to just go out there and ride while sharing those moments together with biker friends. It’s a story about the journey, not the destination. We haven’t seen the movie yet but will hopefully get a copy of the DVD soon, meanwhile, the trailer is more than enough to get you drooling over the release of the film and will get you geared up to ride. From a kid’s dream come true, to a retiree’s return to freedom, from a family riding together on the sand dunes, to hundreds of choppers carving through the canyons – the film talks about the passion of the riders and the soul of their machines. That feeling when your senses heighten as the world rushes in, your heart beating to the pulse of the engine, that moment of pure freedom. The film is independently financed and no sponsorships were allowed to ensure the creative integrity of the documentary and so that there wouldn’t be any favouritism given to any one group.

For more info on the film:

http://www.WhyWeRideFilm.com

https://www.facebook.com/WWR.WhyWeRide

http://www.twitter.com/Why_We_Ride

http://instagram.com/WhyWeRide

Story: Rommel Albuquerque

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Filed Under: BI Videos, Clubs & Individuals, Features, Latest News, New Bike Launches, News

India Superbike Festival 2013

October 20, 2013 by Jim Gorde Leave a Comment

The 2013 edition of the Indian Superbike Festival took place at Amanora in Pune. We bring you the highlights.

A Honda Valkyrie Rune with Suzuki Hayabusas for company
Suzuki B-King, BMW K1300R and a Honda FIreblade strike a pose
Honda VFR 1200, Yamaha FZ1 and a Suzuki Gixxer gleaming in the afternoon sun
A sparkling new Ninja ZX-14R holds its own next to the Honda GoldWing 1800.
An assortment for the ages: Harley-Davidson Fat Boy Custom, Honda CB1000R and a customised Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14
Parked away from the crowd, this CBR and 848 EVO looked like long lost buddies
KTM grabbed a lot of attention with this: the 350 SX-F, and the RC8 and Duke twins
Harley-Davidson Super Glide Custom finds a peaceful spot
Harley-Davidson Fat Boy Custom complete with even more chrome, an immaculate paint job and Vance & Hines exhaust pipes
BMW Motorrad had quite a few offerings in the open
BMW S 1000RR
BMW R 1200 GS
The Aprilia stall was a full house…
…as was that of their cousin Moto Guzzi
Moto Guzzi California 1400 and its smaller sibling
This Suzuki SV decided to show up after dark

Images: Jim Gorde

Filed Under: Clubs & Individuals, Features, Latest News, Modified Bikes, New Bike Launches, News, Photo Gallery, Shows & Events

KTM 1290 Super Duke R Ridden!

October 19, 2013 by Jim Gorde 1 Comment

KTM_1290_Super-Duke_R_1The long wait is over. After the unbelievable online buzz the new-age KTM 1290 Super Duke R created when the company unveiled it last week, Bike India gets a taste of this radical new machine in Spain, first hand.
[Read more…] about KTM 1290 Super Duke R Ridden!

Filed Under: First Ride, Latest News, New Bike Launches, News

Bajaj Discover 100M launched

October 15, 2013 by Jim Gorde Leave a Comment

Bajaj-Discover-M100Bajaj Auto have launched a new version of the Discover, the 100M, to provide an even finer tuned range for those looking for a good commuter with added features and more power.
[Read more…] about Bajaj Discover 100M launched

Filed Under: Latest News, New Bike Launches, News

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