Make Motorcycle Riders Wear Helmets

Connecticut watching another summer severe and fatal motorcycle accidents.From July 29 to 24 August motorcyclists died in accidents in Wilton,Meriden,Westbrook, Berlin and Mansfield.Riders injured in various accidents in New Hartford,Waterbury and elsewhere.

This followed a series of accidents this month,including one in Eastford includes three motorcycles,in which a man died and two others were wounded.The carnage continued this past weekend.On Friday evening a Hartmann died after the motorcycle he rides on the I-84 in East Hartford hit a guardrail.On Saturday,a man of Glastonbury was killed in a motorcycle accident in the Portland State Forest Meshomasic section.Can anything be done to reduce damage? In a word, yes.

The General Assembly may require wearing a helmet adult motorcyclists,something sensible pilots make their own accord.Motorcycling is dangerous,more dangerous than driving a car.Helmets save lives and reduce injuries.The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that driver wore helmets are three times less likely to suffer a brain trauma that without them,and reduce their risk of dying in a crash by 37 percent.

Connecticut once had a law requiring all motorcyclists to wear helmets approved,but was abolished in 1977,and many failed attempts to revive.The state has a role to wear a helmet Drivers under 18 are required to wear helmets,as with motorcycle licenses rather than licenses.Connecticut is one of 28 states with partial laws.Seventeen states, including Massachusetts, New York and New Jersey that all motorcyclists to wear a helmet.

You also have.Connecticut has begun to address the safety of the motorcycle. A law that took effect in 2011 requires the license applicant that a motorcycle safety class.Passed a law this year three self-wheeled vehicles in the definition of a motorcycle,which means that drivers have to be licensed and take a safety class.A logical next step would be to require helmets .This is a common sense response to a serious public health problem.And while we're at it,an analysis of the excessive noise of motorcycles would be fine.

Guy Martin Tops First Day At Ulster Grand Prix

Tyco BMW rider Guy Martin has topped the first day of practice for the 2015 Ulster Grand Prix - but had to fight against the conditions before the fog and rain brought a premature end of the day.

Conor Cummins was the leader for most of the session superbike, but a lap of 116.123 mph Martin towards the end - some 18 mph on the lap records thanks to the conditions - the pilot Lincolnshire have the first official post, after the session was dismissed hour.

 

William Dunlop was third behind Cummins on the second of the BMW Tyco while Russ Mountford was a surprise leader of the second row of the grid, ahead of Ian Hutchinson and Keith Love. 2014 winner Bruce Anstey was back in eleventh, while Michael Dunlop was fourteenth when he changes Buildbase BMW.

In the combined session for racing national support and challenge, it was a British Supersport favorite Glenn Irwin who led the timesheets in the Gearlink Kawasaki, ahead of Connor Behan and Timothy Elwood, while veteran racer Paul Owen was first class 250GP, while Christian Elkin was the fastest of the combined 125GP and Moto3 machines.

The day was brought to a premature end by causing low visibility fog in the higher elevation sections of the track, and will mean a death warrant rescheduled for tomorrow after the SuperTwin Machines, supersport and superstock lost their practice.

Suzuki GSX-S1000F First Impressions

If you want all the comforts of a flat barred super-naked but you are put off by the lack of wind protection, the new Suzuki GSX-S1000F could be just what you're looking for.

It is identical to the recently launched GSX-S1000 Suzuki naked, with a system based on 2005-2008 stonking GSX-R1000 engine series of Hamamatsu, with the only difference of a full fairing, screen and some tweaks to the inside of suspension .

 

And here riding around the legendary Isle of Man TT course, I could not think of anything else I'd rather be riding. Sports bike handling is precise; precise and composed, while the re-worked engine 145bhp GSX-R1000 gives lots of long stroke midrange ideal for blasting out of the corners.

However, at the same time, the upright riding position, flat bars and full fairing bike gave me adventure levels of comfort and protection against the wind. There is even a simple but effective traction control three stages Suzuki quietly watching out for me in the background.

Venturing off the field TT and some serious back roads of the island bumps stand a little problem with the throttle response; the GSX-SF has a collection service immediately closed a butterfly is fine when you're on dry, smooth roads and giving hard gas. However, in a very rough road and combined with rather firm suspension of the GSX-SF, quick throttle response makes it really hard to be smooth, and you end up with a bit of a wild horse seesaw effect.

Very funny bike and I was seriously impressed by how hard he could ride it without losing his composure, and by how light, accessible and easy to maneuver at low speed too.

From £ 9999, it is one thousand pounds cheaper than the flagship of Suzuki GSX-R 1000, but in the way that would not miss the 40 or so additional HP superbike, and the superbike has no additional safety benefits SF GSX-traction control, either.

Superbike Race Preview

Ian Marsden sets the stage for a thrilling weekend of racing Superbike, like the British and world championships return



 After a break of six weeks, the MCE British Superbike Championship returns this weekend for the fourth round at Snetterton, with JG Speedfit Kawasaki rider James Ellison seeks to extend his lead over reigning champion Shane "Shakey" Byrne in the Paul Bird Motorsport Kawasaki.

Last time Oulton Park, Tommy Bridewell and Stuart Easton each won a race while Byrne crashed out of the second race, with BMW Riuochi Kyonari while the couple was fighting for the lead. It was this that allowed Ellison DNF take the lead in the championship with second place. Ellison now has 109 points, while Byrne has 101 and third-placed man Josh Brookes (of Millwaukee Yamaha) is 94.

Byrne did the double at Snetterton last year, and a repeat would be enough for him to regain the lead of the championship, regardless of how it performs Ellison. However, Brookes is likely to have a say in the proceedings, after breaking his own lap record and finished almost a second ahead of his nearest Byrne during a recent two-day test at Snetterton rival.

Brooke’s performance is even more impressive considering that the Yamaha is new for this year and the beginning of the season was not withdrawn, far from the machines that you or I could buy at our local dealer. After the test, Brookes said there was more to come from the R1. It is still early days and the evidence is not the same as racing, but Brookes could be a serious contender for the title in 2015.

In 2014, he was pushed Ryuichi Kyonari closest championship Byrne. And although it is too early for him to write this year so far, it has endured a torrid time in the first three rounds, and yet is about to get a podium. That has to change in Snetterton - a circuit that both knows and likes.

Snetterton will have a VIP guest at the weekend: nothing less than the legendary Giacomo Agostini, who won 15 world championships in his illustrious career. Always associated with the Italian manufacturer MV Agusta, which will be supporting in his British Superbike campaign, besides being in attendance for the opening of a corner on the circuit is named in his honor.

Away from the racing, there will be an exhibition on Sunday by the Air Corps 6th Army Regiment with its Apache helicopter.




 Snetterton is not the only accommodation superbike circuit action this weekend. The eighth round of the Superbike World Championship is held in place certainly more glamorous of the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli, near the Italian resort town of Rimini.

Britain's Jonathan Rea is running with the series; after seven rounds and 14 races leading by a massive 124 points from his teammate and fellow Briton Tom Sykes. Mastering Rea has seen finishing in the top two in every race so far, winning 10 times.

Donington Park round in May gave a ray of hope that Rea begin to see some serious competition, with Sykes win both races. However, normal service resumed at Portimao in Portugal, with Rea taking two wins.

To be fair to Sykes, who finished second and eighth, was hampered by technical problems. In the first race, while he was struggling with Rea for the lead, his bike suffered a problem that stopped him beyond 9,000 rpm speed. And then in the second race he suffered a rear tire deflation caused by a damaged rim.

British riders are filling the top four places in the championship: Leon Haslam in third and fourth Chaz Davies. Indeed, such is the domain of British pilots this year, 37 of the 42 podium places available so far have been taken by Rea, Sykes, Haslam and Davies.

Both the British and World Superbike championships will be shown on Eurosport.

2015 X Games Moto X QuarterPipe Results

Thomas Pages of France, a pioneer of freestyle motocross quarterpipe, won gold at the X Games debut of Toyota Moto X quarterpipe. Pages earned by throwing a revolutionary motorcycle flip in his second race; he was the first athlete to land the trick again in 2014. Page lost his first attempt on Sunday, but got the bike flip in his second pass for a score of 95.33, beating New Zealand Levi Sherwood, who made his signature egg roll trick and scored 93.00 for the silver medal. Sheehan, who recently won the first triple backflip in the history of motocross in Travis Pastrana's house in Maryland, the bronze medal was.

 

(Courtesy of Monster Energy) Josh Sheehan Monster Energy took bronze in the inaugural Moto X quarterpipe event at the X Games Austin 2015. In front of the high-energy crowd at Circuit of the Americas (COTA) in Austin, the player 29-year-old from Donnybrook, Australia, had his second career medals at the X Games.

The X Games has always been about progression and the introduction of the first Moto X quarterpipe event is an example of that. The combination of a quarter-pipe ramp as you'd find in skateboard or BMX freestyle motocross competitions, the only rules were that each competitor would have two attempts, and the trick to really tell, had to walk out.

Time gold medalist multiple Monster Energy Freestyle Moto X Taka Higashino was forced out of the event with a broken foot, leaving his Monster Energy teammate, Australian Josh Sheehan, to maintain the strength.

Sheehan recently made headlines by becoming the first person to successfully land a triple backflip on a motorcycle, so there is no doubt that he is not afraid to push the progression and Moto X quarterpipe round one, Sheehan became the first competitor to land his trick actually - A Flair, combined with an Indian-Air Superman. Sheehan scored a solid 85.33 in the first round, placing second overall led to the second round.

Flair is a trick invented by BMX legend Mat Hoffman BMX, and in the second round, Sheehan pushed his trick even more, landing the same trick, but more widely, leading to a better score of 87.33 .

 

In the end, the pairing of a legendary stunt on BMX BMX-inspired event brought him the bronze in the first Moto X quarterpipe event. I was his second X Games medal after the bronze was placed in Moto X Best Trick at the X Games in Los Angeles in 2011.


Toyota Moto X Final Quarterpipe:

1. Thomas Pages, 95.33 Gold (FRA) 
2. Levi Sherwood, 93.00 Silver (NZL) 
3. Josh Sheehan, 87.33 Bronze (AUS)

Moto X Total Points Pipe Quarter:

  

1. Thomas Pages Run February 1 70.0 95.33
2. Levi Sherwood Run 1 Run 2 93.00 91.33
3. Josh Sheehan Run 1 Run 2 87.33 85.33
4. Davi Johnson Run 1 Run 2 67.66 67.33
5. Jey Rouanet Run 1 Run 2 64.00 65.00
6. Cameron Sinclair 51.66 Run 1 Run 2

MotoGP 2015: Championship Standings After Le Mans

The doctor remains at the top of the Championship

It may have been Movistar Yamaha Jorge Lorenzo won at Le Mans, but his teammate Valentino Rossi, who still remains at the top of the championship standings by 15 points.

 

Andrea Dovizioso has moved down one to third in the standings despite finishing third in France, while Marc Marquez Repsol Honda sits in fourth after finishing fourth.

Cal Crutchlow remains in seventh after colliding with fellow Brit Bradley Smith and Scott Redding in the 7th and 13th respectively.

Brother Pol and Aleix Espargaró have 4 points between them, as they are now eighth and ninth respectively.

The next round of MotoGP takes place in Mugello, Italy later this month.

New Honda Africa Twin!

2016 Honda Africa Twin CRF1000L arrives early next year.

For those of us who love motorcycle adventure (and perhaps desired to Transalp in late 1980 but never managed to pull the trigger on one), we have great news: Honda has announced it will sell a new Africa Twin starting early in 2016. This new Honda, known as the Twin CRF1000L Africa, is a production version of the real adventure prototype revealed little information on the EICMA motorcycle show in Milan last fall.



Honda says the new 2016 Honda Africa Twin will be faithful to the attributes of the original Twin XRV650 Africa produced by HRC in 1988 and 1989 as well as the model XRV750 since late 1989 that helped start the movement ADV. This is the way to say the new Honda Africa Twin has been designed as a scout durable and comfortable all day with enough power to swallow large chunks of highway miles with ease.

 

Interestingly, this new Africa Twin that looks like it's powered by a twin 1000cc parallel rather than a V-twin like the original, it will be available with the latest version of the dual clutch transmission Honda tuned to work well on earth . Honda also says this new Africa Twin benefits of everything the company has learned on and off the road in the last decade, including the return of the HRC team for the Dakar in 2013.

2016 Aprilia RSV4 RF | FIRST RIDE

Be a Racer - 2016 Aprilia sportbike track is a weapon exceptionally exciting and easy to assemble.

Imagine Aprilia RSV4 as an exaggerated cartoon-back Rat Fink cartoon of tire smoke hazing Ed Big Daddy Roth, front tire kicking the sky, flames coming from the exhaust, bug-eyed rat pilot clinging to the handlebars to save her life. That's almost exactly what it feels like to pull the trigger on this now-201-horsepower (claimed, crankshaft) superbike Italian, a small, dominated, non-stop exciting machine that offers one of the driving experiences more viscerally enthusiastic All motorcycle.

Forget for a moment the many structural advantages, 65 degree V-configuration engine 4 RSV4 compact over the conventional four-line packaging benefits, improved mass centralization, lighter weight and reduced inertial effect the shorter rod, etc.-what really connects with monsters combustion engine is the character, something that this bike offers the bagful. With its enticing NASCAR rumble at idle, animal actual roar when you twist the throttle, and the power of strong brick in every rpm, this bike feels network ready right out of the evidentiary Aprilia claim #BEARACER box.

Although the fastest laps yet again in our latest round-bike liters (see "Class of 2013" MC, in September 2013 here) -and he won seven titles rider and manufacturer World Superbike combined in the last six years, it was past time for a comprehensive reform of the RSV4 platform they were essentially unchanged since its debut in 2009. Although it looks superficially similar, engines, chassis, electronics, ergonomics and aerodynamics all been reworked to keep the RSV4 relevant and running in the front of the class.

Although the basic architecture has not changed, the 1000 cc V-4 engine has analyzed every aspect to improve efficiency. Airbox a new and improved air flow increases above batteries variable length intake reconfigured with a fixed even shorter for more power at high revolutions length. Intake paths and exhaust have been reconfigured and both combustion chambers are now smoothed to obtain more accuracy. All valves are titanium, enlarged to 33 mm sockets, while the cams are 600 g lighter and new bars to save 100 g each. The results of this relentless reviser are impressive, an impressive increase of 16 horsepower over last year, to 201 hp at 13,000 rpm (and a maximum of nearly 85 pound-feet of torque at 10,500 rpm). This puts the RSV4 right on the mark with rivals like BMW S1000RR, Ducati 1299 Panigale, and Yamaha R1.

The chassis has been optimized at the same time, especially in an attempt to prevent horses heavy landing force one cap. The rocker has been lengthened 4mm and motor down slightly in the frame, dropping the center of gravity and move forward slightly in an attempt to keep the bike on the back wheel (offset has been increased from 30mm to 32mm fork to reduce trace and offset any loss of agility direction). As before, the motor position, angle head, swingarm pivot position, and the rear end height all can be altered, like a real racebike.

The integrated electronics Aprilia Performance Ride Control (APRC), which combines traction control, wheelie control, launch control, and ABS-grade career also been reviewed. Mode power road trip softened and electronic interventions intensified mode "nobody uses," he said Aprilia engineers-has been scrapped in favor of a new profile race that slots between the existing Sport and Track modes with aggressive power delivery combined with Track mode electronic interventions that minimize pilot fatigue and wear of the tires. "Track Mode is for your lap Superpole, career mode go the distance," explained the engineer. The three maps have been specifically revised to reduce the intrusion of engine braking, with good results.

Recently repaved Marco Simoncelli Misano World Circuit on the Adriatic coast of Italy, it was the perfect showcase for the latest RSV4. Mirror-smooth, grippier a diamond file, and multiple fast and long corners occasionally, double apex, perhaps more than any other song Misano requires a bike that works well on the edge of the rim. And perhaps there is no other sport bike more comfortable in the extreme angles of inclination it. It bends it again until the tailpipe drag-it will, and feet slippers are buried and the RSV4 is still stable and neutral stone dead, even in the "Curvone" T11-12 that careen through knee down to 150 mph. This platform is even more reliable and predictable than half that speed ....

Smart Motorcycle Helmet Maker Skully Lands $11 Million In Series A To Start Manufacturing The AR-1

Not long after the closure of one of the most successful campaigns in the history of Indiegogo and landing another $ 1.5 million in seed capital, SKULLY, motorcycle helmet with a heads-up display, has raised $ 11 million in funding Serie A.

Riverwood Walden Ventures and Intel Capital led the round, with participation Training 8 TechStars and Western Technology Investment.

Part of the money will go to finance the production of the first intelligent helmet SKULLY, the AR-1. The element Indiegogo campaign has yet to send and the company says it hopes to start sending supporters principles soon.

SKULLY is also in the midst of hiring a group of engineer’s hardware and software to help with the manufacturing process. It is likely that the new workforce for future product development beyond the first quarter is also used. However, a source close to the company told TechCrunch that SKULLY has a history of high turnover, and has let go of several employees in the last half year.

A company spokesman said he believed SKULLY had a volume of less than average for a SF startup businesses.

Founder and CEO SKULLY Marcus Weller was not ready to discuss future plans of the company. Instead, he stressed that SKULLY is growing and that new funds would be used to hire more people and send the first product.

"There are a lot of costs involved in the process of manufacturing the same. The proceeds of this round SKULLY help carry through its manufacturing milestones and accelerate our technology roadmap," Weller said.

Nicholas Brathwaite, one of the founders of Riverwood Walden Ventures, will have a seat on the board of SKULLY. Bringing in Braithwaite is strategic for the launch smart helmet. He was the lead investor in GoPro and is a former chief technology electronics manufacturer Flextronics. As such, it could take a broader and experience grows Skully network.

This Halo Master Chief Motorcycle Helmet Is Road-Ready

Helmet is approved by the Department of Transportation and will begin this summer.

Not impressed with the dart gun Halo Needler? Maybe you can try. Video game toys and collectible Neca Company announced a motorcycle helmet Master Chief.


And it's not just for show. You can use this modular helmet on the road, as Neca says that is approved by the Department of Transportation.

Here are some key features (courtesy of Neca) for the hull, which of course is modeled after the Master Chief Halo has all the series of shots of science fiction.

The Master Chief Ships motorcycle helmet in July 2015, although the price was not announced.
Exterior Features:

•     Convenient modular design
•     ABS shell with matte UV-protective clear coat
•     Front air intakes reduce shield fogging; rear exhaust vents keep head cool and dry
•     Reflective shield with UV protection
•     Double D-ring nylon chin strap with snap secure
•     Game-authentic deco

Interior Features:

•     Contoured center pad with a design that allows heat to dissipate from the top of the scalp
•     Dual-layer EPS cheek pads for a firm, comfortable fit
•     Center pad and cheek pads are removable and washable
•     Soft, moisture-wicking material
•     Eyeglasses friendly interior

Additional Features:

•     Meets or exceeds DOT standards (FMVSS 49 CFR 571.218)
•     Nylon drawstring helmet bag included
•     Available in S (55-56 cm), M (57-58 cm), L (59-60 cm), XL (61-62 cm)
•     Limited edition

Yamaha And Helmet Maker Arguing Over 5mm

MotoGP Yamaha Engineers Want HJC Helmet Chin Lorenzo Shortened By 5mm For Aerodynamic Reasons

in racing, the measures taken with tongs and modifications are measured in millimeters, but the idea that the aerodynamics of a MotoGP bike may depend on the chin of the helmet is 5mm shorter is certainly surprising.

This is exactly the point in talks Yamaha racing department is holding with HJC, sponsor Korean town of Jorge Lorenzo. "We have to win 5 mm," explained the director of Yamaha MotoGP Kouichi Tsuji-man primarily responsible for the YZR-M1-sport rider during the official launch of 2015 Yamaha team, held in Madrid. "We have made aerodynamic tests with Jorge and we need this distance when hiding behind the fairing on the straights."

 

To the average fan of the race that might sound a bit absurd, but Tsuji-san insisted that this small difference is aerodynamically very important. "There is no way to win these 5mm. Jorge rests helmet in the tank just above the ECU. If we could use our own hardware we could cut 5 mm, but obligatory ECU Dorna is very large, there is no way win anything or changing its position. That is why we are asking for reducing chin HJC Jorge 5 mm ".

This is not the first time that Lorenzo helmet found with aerodynamic problems in ultra-high speeds reached by MotoGP bikes. Last year, engineers detected some problems with measurements that are performed each year in the first preseason testing in Sepang. In testing this first year, are taken and sent to Japan for analysis by aerodynamicist’s specific images with riders hidden behind fairings of the two long straights of Sepang. It is the starting point for accurately analyze aerodynamic performance.

The importance of aerodynamics in MotoGP is aptly demonstrated by this frontal shot of Lorenzo promotional getting behind the dashboard of your M1 2015. Notice how the fairing and windshield Profile form around the shoulders and helmet Lorenzo.

 

Last season, that particular issue aerodynamics, lasted for much of the year. The problem was the design and aerodynamic spoiler position in the back of the helmet. Designed for a less radical demand for speed, this spoiler literally became a kind of flutter or air brakes during stuck in radically positions taken by the MotoGP riders on the straights. This affected not only the performance of the bike, but also the discomfort to the driver shaking his head at lightning fast speeds aerodynamic resistance. We know that during the second part of the season HJC technical experimented with different types of spoilers at different heights on the back of the helmet. The difference between a seamless integration and one that is not so good can be very significant. An example are the measurements made by Suzuki with Aleix Espargaró and Maverick Viñales. The maximum difference in speed between the highest and the smallest Aleix Maverick appeared to be more than 0.5 MPH ... and this is in short circuits like Valencia or Jerez. In other tracks like Sepang, with two long straights, this figure increases further. Yes, 0.5 mph sounds petty-until that total up to more than 20 to 25 laps, and it should be noted that the time on the faster sections plays a much larger role in the lap time any time won in the slower parts of the circuit.



Yamaha says it cannot simply chop in the fuel tank M1 5 mm lower deck to make room for helmet Lorenzo, due to the large size of the compulsory specification Marelli ECU now mandatory for all MotoGP bikes.

This interesting situation demonstrates once again how MotoGP may be from a technical point of view. Any area you choose, parts-and a bike ride rider protection are pushed to their performance limits. Another example: have you ever thought of tear-off (parts of ultrafine disposable plastic film over the helmet visor) to be a problem? Silly, is not it? Ironically, we can ensure that they are certainly; and you will be amazed by the amount. But this situation will book for our next story.

Marc Coma Wins Dakar, WORCS Opener, National Enduro Preview, Grand Rapids Arenacross And Oakland Supercross Facts! – The Weekly Dirt: January 21, 2015

Welcome to the weekly dirt, his website for news off road worldwide. This week, Kato wraps the Dakar Rally for us, which was won for the fifth time by Marc Coma. We also have news on the first national enduro match on February 1 in Sumter, SC, and wrap the Arenacross in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Finally, we summarize WORCS opener in Taft, California. Plenty to go, so let's go.


Robby Bell WORCS Bag Opener and Dakar Wrap

In 2013, Robby Bell won the first round of the ATV / MC World Series Championships Mountain Off-Road Rocky (WORCS) and went on to win the first course.

Last year, Gary Sutherlin won the first game and went on to claim the championship.

Will the pattern repeat this year?

Campana certainly hopes and concepts accurately Kawasaki rider once again won the first round of WORCS in Taft, California, which has almost all the way. FMF KTM support rider in second Sutherlin installed immediately, but was unable to keep up, although he departed from third rider Justin Jones. Bell teammate Justin Seeds and FMF / Maxxis / RPM KTM Racing Team Eric Yorba Pros completed the top five.

In Pro 2, Michael Del Fante mimicked the performance of Bell, leader of the kind at every turn for victory over Steven Gibson with Dalton Shirey third.



After about 6,000 miles through three countries over two weeks, Marc Coma celebrates its fifth win Dakar. Photo courtesy of KTM Images / Rallyzone Bauer / Barni



Dakar first three (from left): the Third Toby Price, winner Marc Coma and runner Paulo Goncalves. Photo courtesy of HRC Team 



A tired but happy Laia Sanz ended a historic ninth overall in Dakar, riding quickly navigate accurately and prevent further mishaps. Photo courtesy of HRC team

The Dakar Rally came to an exciting conclusion in Buenos Aires on Saturday after nearly 6000 miles through three countries over two weeks. Red Bull KTM Marc Coma controls that final week with the born of four wins Dakar previous experience; although it did not win a single stage in the last week, did not like his pursuers were all victims of one subject or another. Accumulated a total time of 46 hours, three minutes and 49 seconds.

As expected, the HRC team provided the greatest challenge to the power of giant KTM factory team riders CRF450 Rally proving extremely competitive and riders of all up to the task, and the demonstration of selfless team work.

In the end, the Red Riders finished with seven stage wins of the 13 stages, Paulo Goncalves runner-up honors winning back Coma 16:53. In Australia Toby Price completed the podium in his first Dakar, the KTM supported factory drawing attention to their historic victory stage 12 to become a member of that select group of individuals who have won a stage in his first appearance in Dakar .

Nor can we ignore Team HRC Laia Sanz, his fifth in the eighth and ninth stage overall final result much better for any woman in history.

Note the only Americans to finish were Robby Gordon and Johnny Campbell in the car category, post 19th overall after several time-consuming problems during the race. But they end on a high note by winning the final stage.

An American who hopes to get a crack in Dakar in the near future is Colton Udall. The pilot WFOx Motorsports Honda recently agreed to run in the race Tatts Finke Desert, one of classic off-road racing in Australia in June.

A number of Western-based SUV racers traveled to Ohio, but not for a career. Instead, he went to get his 2014 championship hardware in the annual AMA Championship Banquet. These AMA / SRT Hare & Hound National Champion Ricky Brabec were, some of whom had never flown or Ohio before.-Mark Kariya.

Kenda AMA National Enduro Kicks



Andrew DeLong attempt to defend his title in 2014 AMA National Enduro Series Kenda this year.

Kenda AMA National Enduro Series this year begins on February 1 with a round of 10-round series in Sumter, South Carolina.

The 2015 season is shaping up to be the most exciting in a long time, with no fewer than 760 entries in a row for the first round - the largest ever - plus a pro incorrectly completed field stacked with a ton of heavyweights.

 

Of course, Andrew DeLong will be back to defend their national title 2014, however, the driver backed Rockstar Energy Racing Husqvarna factory goes against the likes of Baylor Brothers (Steward and Grant), Russell Bobbitt, Charlie Mullins, Jesse Groemm, Cory Buttrick, Brad Bakken, Ryder Lafferty and stars outside the Australian road Josh Strang and Daniel Milner.

This year we will also see an unprecedented amount of participation from the factory with the series, as Husqvarna, KTM, Yamaha, Beta, Suzuki and Gas Gas all be represented with some type of supported equipment manufacturer, including Airgroup Racing.

Although the race starts at 9:00 am Sunday, there will be plenty to do and see on Saturday, along with the best USA Pro Trials Logan Bolopue holding a demonstration trials in the pits at 3 pm. Meanwhile, KTM will host a spaghetti dinner at 5pm.

Getting A New Bike? Here’s The Tools And Accessories You’ll Need

Because the worst thing in the world is not built bike and an unexpected lack of Allen keys



Is there a way to moto-present from under the tree with your name on it? Well, lucky you! Unfortunately, it is unlikely to be simply a case of saturation and opening the garage door - especially if the bike was purchased online. So here is a list of the tools and accessories you need to get your new pride and joy up this Christmas.



A torque wrench will come with a range of adapters to fit every bolt

Torque Wrench

an essential piece of kit to make sure you're safe as you head out for that first turn Boxing Day, a torque wrench will make sure that all screws are adjusted to the correct tightness. This is particularly important with carbon frames and components, which tighten the screws could lead to cracks in carbon with disastrous consequences.



A dedicated set of Allen keys will be a good long term investment

Allen keys

Although a good multi tool will include a number of the Allen keys, a dedicated set not only make your new steed on the road as quickly as possible, but will also serve you well for those little tasks that arise from time to time maintenance. It is used to tighten roughly every Bolt you can shake a mini pump, a good range of Allen keys can be found in most decent multi-tools ... even a separate set will probably be easier to use.


A set of keys Torx Topeak for any eventuality

Torx Keys

OK, so while most brands of bicycles used Allen screws through their machines, some companies use Torx screws here and there. From the top of the head, Bianchi and focus are to blame highlights out there (as in the Bianchi Infinito recently reviewed CV), so if you can spy a bit of blue paint through a hole torn wrapping paper , the penalty could go in search of a decent set of Torx keys.


Look Keo pedals are one of a number of systems to choose

pedals

for the uninitiated, it may seem strange that the vast majority of bikes come without pedals, a very vital piece of equipment. However, this allows you to select your own pedal system depending on the type of riding you will be doing. With a range of different pedals on the market such can be difficult to know what to go for, so check out our guide to find out what is best for you.


Be careful not to over tighten the pedals if your key has a long handle

pedal spanner

Selected pedals? Now is the time to fit. Most pedals can be equipped with an Allen wrench located inside the head, but to make the job easier, and keep your knuckles intact pedal wrench is a must. Just be careful not to fall into the trap of tightening if your key has a long handle.


Properly oiling your new bike is essential

Grease (and Carbon Paste)

absolutely essential for establishing your bike to a long and fruitful life. As a rule, anywhere that metal touches metal needs a layer of fat, which means that bolts and screws, pedals, and the interface between the seat tube and seat post. However, if you are lucky enough to have a brilliant piece carbon awaits for you under the tree, be sure to use carbon assembly paste, such as Muc-Off Carbon Gripper instead.


Get into the habit lubeing transmission frequency to keep it running smoothly

Chain Lube

Lubricate the drive train must become a routine if you want to keep everything running smoothly in the long term, so it is essential before leaving for the first trip. Just be sure to wipe clean the chain and cassette any excess lubricant. Check out our test group lubricant brands to choose the best for you.


Cages will let you get the big miles in on his new bike as soon as possible

Cages

for now we are in the final stretch and can probably feel the rush of wind through your hair and the hum of the road beneath your tires. You will not be able to ride for a long time (at least not very fast) without being able to rehydrate, and a couple of bottle cages is achieved. Just make sure the color matches the frame ...