European press reports indicate the 2017 Suzuki GSX-S1000 and GSX-S1000F models are receiving surprise updates consisting of an increase in horsepower (up 7 to a claimed 150) and a standard slipper clutch, along with minor equipment changes. We have asked US Suzuki’s press representative if US customers can expect similar upgrades this year, but have […]
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CCM Displays Limited Production Spitfire (Bike Reports) (News)
Clews Competition Machines (CCM) intends to manufacture 150 Spitfire models (pictured), featuring a steel frame and 600cc single-cylinder engine. Reports indicate the bike is a svelte 264 pounds in weight. The extraordinarily minimalist design features WP forks, 19-inch wheels and Brembo brakes. The CCM Spitfire should be on display this weekend at the London Motorcycle […]
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Revival Ascot FT500: Custom Build Stripped to the Essence (Bike Reports) (News)
Revival is an Austin, Texas based company specializing in vintage motorcycle repair, tuning and customization. This clean build, based on a 1982 Honda FT500 caught our eye. We appreciate clean, lightweight designs, and this bike fits into that category, for sure. We would bolt fenders on, but doesn’t look like that would be much of […]
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Harley Introduces New Road King Special (Bike Reports) (News)
With Harley-Davidson’s recent announcement that it will introduce 50 new models over the next 5 years, one could be skeptical about how “new” those models will be. Harley-Davidson is as guilty as any manufacturer of adding a few new chrome pieces, and a new paint job, to an existing model and calling it “new”. Today’s press […]
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