SportBikes Inc Magazine July 2012 (Volume 2, Issue 10)

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Movies THAT would have been better with Bikes | Dan tibbs: I am motorcycle | Mirock Superbike summer sizzler | The transformers’ elita one

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The New Streetfighter 848:

Rule the Road The Streetfighter 848 delivers the power, precision handling and agility you would expect from a Ducati Superbike, perfectly balanced with an assertive riding position designed for maximum rider comfort on the street. The reign of the new Streetfighter 848 has begun. ducatiusa.com

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EDITOR’S LETTER EDITORIAL

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It seems that bikes are in so many films these days. We’ve had a select few movies attempt to represent us and our culture.

How effective they were is completely up for interpretation. It just seems that Hollywood just can’t seem to get it 100% correct no matter how close they get or how hard they try.

WE NEED A REAL BIKER FILM, MADE BY REAL BIKERS! There. I said it. Feels good to get that off my chest.

Enjoy the Movie Issue!

Best, Allan

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The highways of home, my horse Johnny Cash and a thumbs up.

Editor in Chief: Allan Lane Lifestyle Editor: Tyson Beckford Moto-Tech Editor: Mark Rozema Technical Advisor: Thomas Campion Drag Race Editor: Ashon “Capo” Dickerson Riding Editor: Eric Wood Contributing Writers: Brittany Murrow Dystany Spurlock Corey Alexander Carrie Aquino Phil Baker Michael Lawless Meekail Shaheed Copy Editor: Angela Lane Creative Supervisor: Leon Brittain Graphic Designer: Baz Staff Photographers: Meekail Shaheed Brian Nitto Cover: Allan Lane

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Kawasaki drops the 2013 Ninja ZX10R

The Kawasaki ZX10R has done extremely well in the 2012 WSBK season, proving that the bike can be competitive on the grid. The model has done exceptionally well on the streets and local track events and managed not to be completely overshadowed by its older brother, the ZX14R. Enter the 2013 Kawasaki Ninja ZX10R. In addition to a new color option (Pearl Flat White/Metallic Spark Black), the 2013 Â features are highlighted by the addition of a new electronic steering damper.

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Ducati recalls Panigale for rear suspension issues Ducati has issued a recall for certain models of the 2012 1199 Panigale because of a faulty screw used to connect the swing arm to the rear suspension linkage. Roughly 375 bikes are potentially affected. Dealers will replace the screw for free.

New SmartPhone APP: AMA Motorcycle Value Guide Need to know the value of your bike on the quick fast? Shopping for used bike from a dealer or private owner? The American Motorcyclist Association has teamed up with Black Book to offer the AMA Motorcycle Value Guide. The Guide is a smart phone app, available to download for $1.99, that allows the user search by make, model and year and determine the value of the bike in question.

The database is quite extensive, covering motorcycles, atv’s, dirtbikes, scooters, personal watercraft, jet boats and snowmobiles model year 1981 and up.

The guide is updated monthly with current retail prices and trade in values based on condition. Click on the image to download.

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CARLISLE BIKE FEST 2012

2012 Bike Fest?

ES: Monsters, Midgets, Devils and Machines are on the plate for the Carlisle Bike Fest. Monster Energy Freestylemx.com Worldwide Tour will see big air on the Carlisle Fairgrounds. As the X games close we anticipate seeing a few top riders here at Carlisle doing back flips and tail whips. Half Pint Brawlers will be adding to the fun of the weekend. This group was We spoke with Ed Scholly, Carlisle recently featured on Spike TV and Bike Fest Event Manager about the in the Jackass film series. They will be adding a few live matches to popularity of the event. the event schedule. The weekend SBI: Why is Bike Fest the number offers an array of music. We are one motorcycle event in the Mid eager to see what Shinko’s Smoke Bomb Tires do for their opening Atlantic US? ES : Th e Ca r l i s l e Fa i r g r o u n d s h a s been a destination for automotive enthusiasts for nearly forty years.

For the Carlisle Bike Fest, it means you can expect a fair and festival st yle a t m o s p h e re a n d hardy welcome to our motorcycle home town. Motocross, sport bikes, V-Twins, Manufactures demo rides, custom builders and burn out wielders a re fe a t u re d. I f your passion is motorcycles, you’ll find like minds in whatever niche interest you have at Carlisle. If you’re not currently a rider, you are sure to be entertained and see what it’s all about.

Carlisle Bike Fest has become the most exciting motorcycle event in the Mid Atlantic Region over the last few years. This is with good reason, Year after year, the three day summer event continues to expand its mass appeal to bike enthusiasts from all walks of life.

A full range of events and vendors cater to all demographics of the market.

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act, the StarBoyz. We anticipate the fairgrounds might look a little bit like a combat landing zone before the Devils take the stage. And of course it is the machines that make us gather here at Carlisle. One of the best features of the Carlisle Bike Fest is the opportunity to demo a new motorcycle. Shop our midway and vendor aisles for the latest gear and accessories. You’ll find vendors, great food, cold drinks and a good mix of live music to round out your stay.

SBI: What is the best way for a bike enthusiast to experience Bike Fest?

ES : Fo r a we ekend o r a n afternoon, this event is a great destination on a cheap ticket of $8 daily or $15 for the weekend. Please don’t miss the region surrounding the Carlisle, Pennsylvania area and the Cumberland Valley.

M a ke t h i s ev e n t your home base.

You can leave the fairgrounds, carve a mountain climb four times with a good run across a valley and be back here inside a half a day. Make the most of your ride in and out. If you have the opportunity, spend a little extra time on the roads in and surrounding the Cumberland Valley.

Carlisle Bike Fest runs July 20 - 22. Click on the event poster for more information.

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he Streetfighter has come under fire in some circles solely because of it’s name.

The term “streetfighter” refers to a style of custom bike made popular in the UK during the 80’s and 90’s. Deeper than the look and feel of the streetfighter bike class is the lifestyle associated with it. Those who indulge revel in a celebration of ingenuity and hooliganism to the nth degree. They are a critical bunch to say the least with the pedigree to back it up. So it is understandable that they have raised an eyebrow to Ducati’s artistic achievement of aesthetics and engineering that bears the title, Streetfighter.

That sets the stage for what some might expect to be a showdown between the ideologists and the machine that share the same name.

I am more inclined to set the stage the for an introduction, a meeting of the minds, if you will.

Streetfighters, meet the 2012 Streetfighter 848.

The Chassis Ducati’s use of the trellis frame has long been admired for exposing the inner workings of their bikes. They tend to leave it all on the table with nothing to hide. The trellis frame of the Streetfighter has never been more at home. The new frame design borrows from the specs of Ducati’s 848EVO superbike.

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of 24.5 with a trail of 103mm.

The seat height is 33 inches and is one of the first things noticed when you throw a leg over. The taller seating position is right in line with the ergonomics of the bike. The taller seat in unison with the higher handlebars and the placement of the foot pegs allows for an “on top of things” sense of control. Your body position is closer to a relaxed state with a slight edge of aggression that really maximizes your control of the bike’s 58.1 inch wheel base.

The aggressive lines of the Streetfighter contribute to its edge but are not completely responsible for it. From the headlight housing’s design to the compact tail section, the lines harden where its fitting without losing the sensibility of the original concepts of the bike’s capabilities... To go fast, handle well and look good while doing it.

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Testastretta 11 degree L twin engine. The delivery of its 132 horses (10,000rpm) is remarkably smooth. There’s no chatter or rumble. As you roll on the throttle, you feel the power gracefully ignite. From the low to the high range, the power and torque is experienced in a more direct manner. With 69 foot pounds of torque (9,500rpm), four Desmodromic valves per cylinder and a bore to stroke ratio of 94x61.2mm, the Streetfighter has that, “Can get the hell out of Dodge when you need to” factor.

The engine cases are created using the Vacural Technology vacuum process that saves weight without compromising the structural integrity of the cases. In fact, this process of casting increases the strength of the case walls. The clutch and case covers are all cast in a magnesium alloy, factoring in on the bike’s dry weight of 373 pounds and substantiates Ducati’s claim that this bike has the best power to weight ratio in its class.

Transmission The Streetfighter sports a wet multi plated hydraulic clutch that weighs significantly less than the infamous dry version. It also makes for a slightly quieter ride and smoother shifting. The six speed gear box features a primary drive ration 1.84 to 1 (straight cut gears) and a chain drive with 15 and 42 tooth front and rear sprockets, respectively.

The bike is Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) ready. The DQS system allows for the rider to shift through the gears at open throttle without using the clutch and is available as a performance accessory.

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shotgun stacked and continue the aggressive line work of the bike and allow for a nice view of that rear wheel and single sided swingarm.

Suspension The Marzocchi 43mm fully adjustable front forks and a fully adjustable Sachs monoshock with progressive linkage in the rear are so elemental to the way this bike handles.

The rear swing arm is 35mm longer than the 848EVO and is cast in high grade aluminum.

This new swing arm gives the Streetfighter its 1475mm wheelbase.

Whether riding on streets, the back roads or the track, the Streetfighter is right at home.

Again, the “on top of things” seating position is really aided by the suspension set up.

Wheels and Tires The 10 spoke wheels are lightweight and finished in black

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aluminuim measuring 3.5 by 17 in the front and 5.5 by 17 in the rear and are matched with Pirelli Diablo Corsas. The lightweight wheels are engineered to diminish “unsprung weight” which refers to the gyroscopic effect that certain components have on handling.

Controls The braking performance is provided by two 320mm semi floating discs with radially mounted 4 piston, 2 pad Brembo calipers, supported by a single 245mm 2 piston caliper in the rear. Brake and clutch are controlled by Brembo master cylinders with remote reservoirs.

The Ducati Traction Control (DTC) features eight levels to choose from with level one offering the highest level of wheel spin tolerance. The DTC has its own dedicated ECU and is managed from the control on the left hand side bar handle.

Consider yourself... Introduced.

Here’s the point... When you look at the theory of the Streetfighter Class of motorcycles and what has been accomplished with the Ducati Streetfighter 848, it is revealed that Ducati is offering homage to the genre. And It’s not the first time, if you look at the Ducati Monster line up.

While the Streetfighter 848 may have taken a different path to reach it’s destination, based on performance and engineering, it’s earned the right to rock the monicker of Streetfighter.

The machine has hooliganism running through its fuel lines. Its aggressive. It’s quick and fast...

Yes there is a difference between being quick and fast and the Streetfighter is both. The engine delivers a punch that reminds you what you’re sitting on every time you twist the throttle. Its adaptive to its environment: asphalt jungle or the chicane. The performance and functionality offered really makes the Streetfighter 848 one of the most versatile motorcycles in its class.

BELLS AND WHISTLES

849cc L -Twin Cylinder Testastretta 11 Degree Engine 8 Level Ducati Traction Control Newly Designed Single Sided Swingarm Lightweight 10 Spoke Wheels Magnesium Alloy Covers

SPECIFICATIONS

ENGINE Engine:.................................................... L-Twin cylinder, 4 valve per cylinder Desmodromic, liquid cooled Displacement:.......................................... 849cc Compression ratio:................................... 13.2:1 Maximum Power...................................... 132hp @ 10,000rpm Fuel System: ........................................... Marelli electronic fuel injection, elliptical throttle bodies Clutch: ................................................... Wet multi plate with hydraulic control Final Drive: . ............................................ Chain; Front sprocket 15; Rear sprocket 42 CHASSIS Front suspension system: ........................ Marzocchi 43mm fully adjustable usd forks Rear suspension system: ......................... Progressive linkage, fully adjustable Sachs monoshock.

Front brake: . .......................................... 2 x 320mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted 4 piston Brembo callipers Rear brake: . ........................................... 245mm disc, 2 piston calliper Front wheel: ........................................... 10 spoke in light alloy 3.50 x 17 Rear wheel: ............................................ 10 spoke light alloy 5.50 x 17 Front tire: .............................................. Pirelli Diablo Corsa 120/70 ZR17 Rear tire: ............................................... Pirelli Diablo Corsa 180/60 ZR17 DIMENSIONS Seat height: . .......................................... 33 inches Rake: ..................................................... 24.5 degrees Trail: ...................................................... 4.05 inches Wheel base: ............................................ 58.1 inches Dry weight............................................... 373 lbs.

Fuel tank capacity: .................................. 4.4 gallons

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THE SHOW: the transformers’ elita one

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he Transformers movie franchise has included a selection of the hottest vehicles in production. In the first film, Lieutenant Colonel William Lennox road an Aprilia RSV Mille R. In the Revenge of the Fallen, Mikaela road an Aprilia RS125. It wasn’t until the Dark of the Moon that motorcycles were introduced as Autobots.

In the film’s opening sequence, we are introduced to Elita One and her sisters. Elita One transformed from heroic battle robot into a stunning MV Agusta F41000R. For the film, the bike itself was transformed from the stock 2007 MV Agusta F4 1000R into the custom machine that graces the screen with a paint job complete with Cybertronian script, custom seat and rather funny instructions for the stunt rider.

There is something so attractive about a female rider that has her own bike. But a woman that is her own bike even if she’s a robot... Well, that’s just more than meets the eye.

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“Elita One” 2007 MV AGUSTA F41000R

Engine: 998cc Liquid cooled, four stroke, transverse four cylinder.

POWER: 174 hp @ 13000 rpm Suspension: 50mm upside down telescopic hydraulic front forks with rebound compression damping and spring preload adjustment.

Progressive, single rear shock absorber with rebound and compression high speed and low speed damping and spring preload hydraulic control.

TOP SPEED: 178.15mph AFFILIATION: Autobot

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dealer Spotlight: Manayunk Triumph

Words: Allan Lane Images: Courtesy of Manayunk Triumph

Dealership name: Manayunk Triumph | Address: 3901C Main Street Philadelphia, PA 19127 Hours: Tuesday thru Friday 10am - 6pm, Saturday 10am - 4pm Year established: 2002 | Brands sold: Triumph

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anayunk Triumph Motorcycles has proudly served the Philadelphia Triumph community for over ten years.

These guys are the real deal when it comes to all things Triumph.

Even though they are strictly a Triumph dealer, they welcome bikers from all walks of like. They

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service all makes and models and offer the latest in apparel and accessories. The staff is knowledgeable, friendly and they actually ride. It happens often that you walk into a dealership a not only get the run around, but you get you the run around from someone that doesn’t ride. That’s not the case here.

Visit their new 8000 square foot location as a customer or just to stop in and take a break from your ride. Manayunk Triumph regularly host rides and are very active in the regional bike community. Stop in and visit them. Ask for Buzz and tell them that SBI Magazine sent ya!

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THE GRID: NEWS NJMP announces title and presenting sponsors for AMA Pro Racing Weekend New Jersey Motorsports Park has officially announced their title and presenting sponsors in addition to releasing the official artwork for the AMA Pro Racing weekend.

“The official event name is “American Red Cross’ Devil’s Showdown presented by Team Pro-Motion...

This year’s AMA Pro Racing event promises to be bigger and better than ever,” stated Brad Scott, General Manager, NJMP. “The time in brainstorming for just the right title and logo further emphasizes all that the weekend will encompass including motorcycle racing, battle of the bands, bikini contest, turn3 VIP access and much, much more,” - Brad Scott, NJMP General Manager.

Valerie Thompson joins the 200MPH Club at the Mojave Magnum Event This past June, Valerie Thompson piloted her Martech Services Company BMW to a top speed of 209.5 mph over the new 1.5-mile course on June 2 in Mojave California, reportedly making it the world’s fastest production BMW S1000RR. Now a full fledged member of the Mojave Magnum 200MPH Club, Thompson has now set her sights on joining the 200 MPH Club at the Bonneville Salt Flats.

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XAUS AND PEDERCINI INDUCTED INTO WSBK HALL OF FAME As World SuperBike continues to celebrate their 25th anniversary, they inducted two more members into the Hall of Fame. Ruben Xaus and Lucio Pedercini joined the ranked of the WSBK Great Ones in June at the MotorLand Aragon circuit in Spain.

Xaus has always been a captivating competitor over his 13 years of racing, from 1997 to 2011.

Pedercini not only earned his place as a rider (winning championships in 2001 and 2002), but as a team manager as well.

Honda Repsol signs Marc Márquez and re ups with Dani Pedrosa and for 2013-14 Honda Repsol has unveiled their 2013 and 2014 MotoGP pilots. Dani Pedrosa will remain an Repsol rider for 2013 and 2014. The vacant seat, left be retiree Casey Stoner will be occupied by young gunner, Marc Márquez.

Pedrosa currently is second in the premiere class while Márquez leads the championship in the Moto2 class.

Yamaha MotoGP Team picks up new sponsor, midseason Sponsorship is always a good thing in the expensive world of racing. Yamaha’s MotoGP pilots Jorge Lorenzo and Ben Spies just received a helping hand from Italian outfit, the BM Group.

Yamaha stated in a press release: “Yamaha Factory Racing will be joined by new Official Sponsor BM Group for the remainder of the 2012 season and through 2013 and 2014. The BM Group already has strong ties with Yamaha having been a key sponsor of the World Superbike Team.

As such it was a natural progression to move across to MotoGP and join forces with the Factory Team.

The Italian based BM Group has almost 50 years of experience in manufacturing and supplying electrical connections and is a global market leader in its field.”

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osh Hayes is on fire! Hayes remains number one in the AMA Pro National Guard SuperBike class with another nearly flawless weekend at the Triumph SuperBike Classic at Barber Motorsports Park in Birmingham AL. While the southern heat was pounding the fans, track, and riders, Hayes, aboard his Monster Energy Graves Yamaha R1 left the field in the dust by leading every lap

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of both races and easily taking first place. With nine races remaining in the 2012 season, Hayes already has a record 8 wins under his belt. Hayes is gaining on legendary Ben Spies’ record of 28 SuperBike wins. Hayes has 25 with a lot of racing left. Josh Herrin did keep things interesting by keeping the pressure on Hayes most of the weekend. Herrin was able to stay in Hayes’ draft during qualifying

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to not only qualify second but to take second place in Saturday’s race.Watching Herrin make his bones in the class was exciting.

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While anything can happen at any time, it looks like the championship is Hayes’ to loose at this point. With Mid Ohio and Laguna Seca in the coming weeks, keep an eye on Herrin and Hayden. There’s plenty of racing left.

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THE GRID

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hen kids are young they have dreams. It is far from often that these dreams ever become a reality but for the few and fortunate, it is possible. It was not that long ago, I was one of those kids and here I am living the dreams I had as a young child... Luckily.

It is a scary thought at times.

After finishing high school it’s almost surreal that instead of going away to college just like many of my friends, I’ll be racing. A lot of it has to do with the fact that a career as a racer is not exactly secure, especially during these times. There is so much talent. The pressure to succeed and be better than those

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around you is tremendous. It can become uneasy.

It’s common to hear, “You’re a kid... You don’t have anything to worry about, yet” But in some cases, there is even more to worry about. I am extremely fortunate to have the people that surround me to help me and guide me in the path to success.

The one thing I do have working with me is time. Time to get better, time to learn, and time to succeed.

Hopefully everything turns around in the industry and a career as a racer pays off. All I can do is hope!

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LAdies of the PaddocK

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t may always seem “Movie Star” like, even dreamy but being a racer’s girlfriend can be very difficult. Set aside the traveling, injuries, fans, pressure and not to mention the Umbrella Girls wink of an eye, Teesha Kitterman has held her own in the AMA Paddock. With her Movie Starlet looks and twinkle in her eye, she is more than she appears. I met Teesha back in 2008 and I have watched and hopefully, somewhat guided her growth into the strong young women she is now. With so few of us in the paddock we ladies do tend to stick together. The stories we could tell! One thing is certain, the paddock and your team become family and we as family defend each other like a mother bear defends her cubs.

Recently engaged to racer Josh Herrin, Teesha is committing herself not only to her man but to the world of racing.

SBI: What is your connection with road racing?

TK: My fiancé Josh Herrin is my connection.

SBI: What attracted you to the first race?

TK: My hot boyfriend riding a motorcycle at 175mph, the adrenaline of watching him race

and win.

SBI: How long have you been coming to the races?

TK: My first time was September of 2007. That’s where I met Josh for the first time. Ever since then, I have been addicted to road racing. I love being able to say I am Josh Herrin’s number one fan! Our first race together was Daytona in 2008. I am very fortunate to say I have attended every race since then.

SBI: What are some of things you do at the track?

TK: My number one job is to support Josh in any way possible.

Being a girlfriend/finance/wife of a racer is very unique. I have become very involved in the paddock and have established a great relationship with Yamaha and the whole team. I love being part of the mix!

SBI: Would you consider this a hobby or passion for you?

TK: It started off as a hobby.

But now it is most certainly a passion. I think at this point I know more about motorcycles and racing than I know about fashion!

SBI: What one thing would like to share with our readers that they would be surprised to know

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THE GRID: Ladies of the paddock about you?

TK: I’m an avid Equestrian, with an emphasis in Show Jumping.

SBI: Do you find it hard being a woman surrounded by probably 98% of men at the track?

TK: Not at all! I find it more difficult to be surrounded by all the umbrella girls with 20% of their clothes on! There is a lot of competition out there!

SBI: Who is your favorite rider in AMA and MotoGP and why?

TK: My favorite rider in the AMA is obviously Josh Herrin.

I also enjoy watching Martin Cardenas. He puts on a good show (And is not too hard on the eyes! - Carries Aquino). As for MotoGP, it’s Casey Stoner.

He is a great racer, fun to watch and always smiling. I idolize Casey and his wife and their relationship. Hate to see him retire!

SBI: What is the most exciting thing that has ever happened to you in the Paddock?

TK: Seeing Josh win the Daytona 200 and celebrating his victory.

Second to that is a two up ride and riding in the pace car.

SBI: What do your family and friends think of all the support you give your finance on and off the track?

TK: They all think its great! They understand my commitment and support it 100% even if it means going months without seeing them.

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cons of being a finance to a professional racer?

TK: The pro is that I have been able to travel to almost every state in the US this past year going to all the races. And the only con is that am away from my family, friends and horse for long periods of time.

Racer, Umbrella Girl, Fan Zoo!” All in a good way. It’s the place to get autographs and photos with the racers. The “Hot Pit” is the part of the paddock where all the action happens.

SBI: Where do you see yourself in five years, pertaining to the racing scene?

TK: In five years, I hope to see myself in the MotoGP paddock holding Josh’s first place trophies!

SBI: What one thing would you change in the series or class to make it better for the sport or fan?

TK: If I could change anything about the series it would be to show the races live or at least air the races at a decent hour. It would be nice to sit down and watch the race at 7:30pm.

SBI: How would you describe the paddock to someone who has never been?

TK: I would describe the paddock as a “Motorcycle, Mechanical,

SBI: What is the one word or sentence that you would sum up your feeling when your in the paddock?

TK: Excitement!

Teesha not only has a long adventurous life in front of her as a racers fiancé and soon to be wife, but she also has goals for herself away from the paddock.

This includes Cosmetology School with aspirations of becoming a hair dresser. Having a skill like that she would be able to relocate anywhere in the world.

She also plans to continue her love of horses and advance in Show Jumping.

As in the movies, the young beautiful girl meets the handsome racer and they are planning to live happily ever after...

SportBikes Inc Magazine wishes Teesha and Josh all the best.

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THE GRID: ON THE COME UP

Images: Anthony Watt and Silas Eng

NAME: Gilbert “ACE” Apacible AGE: 32 Association/Affiliations/Series: CCS, Army National Guard, RD Cigars, Optimal Racing, Drippinwet.com

Goals: To complete the rest of the races in the 2012 Mid Atlantic Region with CCS, to continue to train and do a full race season with CCS in 2013 and to win my first club racing championship. My goal is to race in the AMA someday.

Accomplishments: Cross trained in the dirt with the Mike Hacker’s RIDE Academy, Aaron Stevenson’s Cornerspin, and Ike Dejager’s 20/20 racing Academy.

Define your passion in one sentence: I love two wheels and racing! I would be lost in this world without it! You only live once!

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THE STRAIGHT LINE

The youngest in charge Words: Dystany Spurlock images: Courtesy of dystany spurlock

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ome of my fans are aware of the great news, while others will receive it here first.

June marked a very exciting milestone in my young adult life.

Paula Madison, owner of the LA Sparks and Cofounder of the The Africa Channel made a big announcement in New Orleans at the National Association of Black Journalist Convention. Mrs. Madison announced to the world that The Africa Channel will field a stock car in professional auto racing.

Over 3,000 national news anchors and reporters heard it first, that I will be the first African American female driver being sponsored by the network’s racing team. This was a complete surprise to the auto and motorcycle racing community.

News that surprised my fellow racers, friends, family and fans.

The excitement continued to grow with the announcement of me racing in the ARCA Series (Automobile Racing Club of America) during my transitional period for about a year and then... NASCAR! Yes, NASCAR! You read it correctly! Dystany Spurlock will be racing NASCAR full time in the Nationwide Series in 2014. Little me, running with the big boys, on national television in NASCAR. This was a project that my team has been working on for over a year. I was ecstatic during 58 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM

the unveiling of my car that had my name on the roof! I was speechless. Feelings of gratitude, mixed with expressions of joy overcame me. Shortly after the launch, I was mobbed by reporters, tweets and FaceBook posts.

I am NOT giving up motorcycle drag racing. I am currently just exploring new opportunities in my racing career. Drag racing will always be a passion of mine.

Shifting the focus to racing cars doesn’t mean that I’m turning my back or quitting motorcycle drag racing.

I am confident that I can handle the transition and learn everything about racing cars, while understanding the technical aspects of racing and working in conjunction with my team. I even have plans to learn how to work on my car, if the team owners permit it.

I understand that my life is about to encounter new hurdles with even more responsibilities. I welcome those challenges and I am ready for those changes and new learning experiences.

I love new challenges, I live for competition, and I am excited about this next chapter of my life.

I will close out this season and the start of next season with several ARCA races, while preparing for the Nationwide Series mid

season 2013. I am scheduled to be racing full time in the Nationwide Series in 2014.

My goals for NASCAR aren’t just racing I want to be successful. I want to pursue a position in the top 10 points standings. I have faith that I will win some races and prayerfully conquer a championship.

However, the most rewarding part is to have fun and making my fans proud.

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THE STRAIGHT LINE

Capo’s cut

Words: ASHON “CAPO” DICKERSON IMAGES: Meekail shaheed I told you guys and girls that it was gonna be a hot summer and that’s just what it is! I just survived racing in a heatwave in Rockingham NC. By far, this event was the hottest I have ever had the unfortunate opportunity to compete in. The track surface temp was a blistering 167 degrees, the hottest ever recorded! Are you kidding me?! it was round four of the MIRock Superbike Series Summer Sizzler and I wish I could tell you all that I won that weekend. But what I can tell you is that I did survive the weather and racing conditions that truly separate the men from the boys and true riders from the fake. It was 110 degrees at 9am! Makes you want to pack up and go home if you’re not built for the grind. If you can’t take the heat stay the fuck out the kitchen!

It takes pure will and love for the game to endure those kind of brutal conditions. To take my mind off of the infernal heat, I think about one of my favorite flicks, “ICE AGE... In The City” starring yours truly, Capo. I’m still trying to cool off! When you’re hot, you’re hot and when you’re not, you’re not!

Loyalty is everything!

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THE STRAIGHT LINE: Mirock summer sizzler

Images: Courtesy of Brice Lloyd

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IROCK’s Superbike Summer Sizzler at The Rock in Rockingham, NC was just that… a sizzler. Temperatures were over 100 degrees with a record track temp of a shoe melting 163 degrees! I lost a shoe sole to the Track Gods while standing too long on one spot on the scorching track.

The extremely hot weather kept a lot of riders from competing but those that showed did some great racing.

Rob Hunnicutt bested Ronald Proccopio to take the win in Mickey Thompson’s Pro Mod class. Rodney Williford outclassed Joey Gladstone in the finals this weekend to take the Orient Express Pro Street class.

Jermey Teasley took the win from Johnny Dobrin in the DME Real Street class. Michael Rankin took first place in the Trac King Top Sportsman class.

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The popular House of Speed Crazy 8’s class ended with Ron Arnold edging out Andy Baumbach for the win. Jim Shifflett fell to Jack Durant in the FBR Shop 5.60 class. Other winners for the weekend were Wardell Pinkney in Sunday’s Nitrous Express Pro ET class.

Barry Pryer Sr. took the PRO ET win on Saturday. The Brock’s Performance Street ET winner for Saturday was Shayne Proctor.

Barry Purnell took the Street ET win on Sunday.

Racers and fans alike are looking forward to what has been billed as MIROCK’s biggest race of the year, the Fast By Gast WPGC Bike Fest, July 21-22 at Buds Creek, MD. This weekend will also feature the second annual Paint the ¼ Pink Race where the best female racers in the business duke it out all to support Breast Cancer Awareness.

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THE STRAIGHT LINE: Mirock summer sizzler

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THE STRAIGHT LINE: Mirock summer sizzler

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26th Annual Series

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THE STRAIGHT LINE: ON THE COME UP

Images: Courtesy of Robert Brice Lloyd Pruiksma

NAME: Robert Pruiksma AGE: 21 Association/Affiliations/Series: SBRA, MIRock Goals: To one day become a respected and competitive sponsored drag racer.

Accomplishments: Im currently in my third year of racing,in 2010 I came in 2nd for points and had 6 track wins at Eastside Speedway an became points track champion in 2011.. Define your passion in one sentence: My greatest passion in life is to compete an to be the best in the drag racing circuit.

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The Rev LIMITER

Violet Stars & Happy Stunting Words and images: leah petersen T

he stunt spot... Unless you’re a stunter, those three words probably put a pretty bad taste in your mouth. Hooligans!

Trespassing, using their motorbikes in an unorthodox fashion! Wreaking havoc and generally contributing nothing to society! As a person who is both educated and free of criminal history, who also spends upwards of three hours a day at these questionable locales, I would like to give you my take on the whole ordeal.

There is no debating the fact that stunting attracts a colorful, unique crowd. Honestly, most stunters are the type of people who didn’t really fit in anywhere else. Sports with referees and rules normally don’t resonate. So stunting, in all its unsanctioned glory is an appealing way to pass the time, gain a skill and make some new friends.

I personally feel the glamor

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and awe initially attracts people to the sport, but often that changes for people who become dedicated stunt riders.

The overhead of setting up a stuntbike, getting to the spot and clutching up your first real wheelie is incredible. It’s no small feat. It takes dedication, sacrifice and when all that work pays off and you’re finally just floating through the air on one wheel... That reward becomes the true reason most people spend every free second at the stunt spot. Maybe it’s not society approved, but it sure feels like a sense of accomplishment to those who practice hard and earn real skills.

Stunting is in an odd limbo of legitimacy. While people can make a living off the sport, it’s nearly impossible to find a legal place to practice. Renting a track is off the table due to insurance prices, additionally most tracks wouldn’t allow stunting’s

brutal effects on their surfaces.

Purchasing land in any city in America is entirely too expensive and the cost of pouring concrete adds up faster than any stunters savings ever will allow. As a result, stunters have done what most developing subcultures have: found an unused part of our existing environment and refactored it to work for their needs.

Stunters don’t really need a lot: most any good flat surface in an area out of the sight and ear shot of society will do the trick.

After the first successful session, without getting kicked out, this random location will change from an abandoned parking lot to a sacred stunt spot. While sacred might sound like a strong word, for a stunter a good spot is nothing less. A good spot means the opportunity to ride regularly and simply do what they love without being hassled.

Most everyone I have ridden

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The Rev LIMITER: VIOLET STARS... with, at one time or another has told me they ride because it keeps them out of trouble. Sure stunting won’t ever find a cure for cancer, but it is teaching real people about determination, hard work and the rewards that follow every day. I’ve seen amazing social dynamics at stunt spots around the world, this is a sport people can relate to and really use to transform their lives.

The stunt spot is what lets this all happen. It’s our area to congregate, to learn and to progress. Like with anything, the environment shapes the activity and the “stunt spot” really plays a role in how people act while stunting, who comes to spectate and what type of personalities

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it appeals to. For example, our current spot is host to a bum who records video every night, for what I don’t know, but he seems to enjoy it. We have regular families who stay for hours to cheer us on, bike nights cruise through and car racers sometimes meet up in the back of the lot. Everyone brings their lawn chairs, food and their families to ride, socialize and share. After a while, any spot can turn into a real community, with sincere friends and people you can count on to help you out in life. Whether you need a motorcycle pulled off of you after a crash or an extra bottle of water, someone will have your back.

I feel my generation struggles with finding a place in this world, which fuels my support of stunt spots. From the changing family dynamic in America, to the crumbling economy leading the shaky employment experiences, people are always looking for a place to belong and feel comfortable. I’ve written before about the transcending powers of motorcycles, but the power of the stunt spot is equally as strong.

Without a spot, we would have no

opportunity to build our subculture and learn skills in the first place.

No matter how seemingly shabby a deserted industrial parking lot is, filled with the right group of riders it can change into a holy, transformational place. While not everyone will jive with stunt riding, thinking about it from a community encouraging viewpoint can perhaps allow other motorcyclists to at least understand the benefits.

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The Rev LIMITER: ON THE COME UP

Images: Courtesy of Cody Botjer and Levi Rhodebeck

NAME: Cody “Coyote” Botjer AGE: 24 Association/Affiliations/Series: Team BikeStyles

Goals: To one day compete in XDL, ride full time and travel the world.

Accomplishments: The opportunity to ride for BikeStyles!

Define your passion in one sentence: Motorcycles and stunt riding have been my passion from a young age and its something I’ll always love until I die.

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THE LIFE Featured Club

Xecutive Riders

Chapter: Stone Mountain, GA | Founded: 2007 | Members: 5 Elected Officials: National President - Ms. Slick | President - Desire | Vice President /P.R.O. - Fyre | Sergeant at Arms - Prablm Chyld

Rocker Interpretation: The Xecutive Riders symbolize their motto in the image that graces their vests. They are determined as females making it happen in a male dominated society.

Club Milestones/ Memorable Moments:Â The Xecutive Riders are serious about their charity outreach and have participated in over 25 projects that uplift and unify their community.

History/Origin of Club: Launched in 2007, the Xecutive Riders came into existence by seven ladies that shared a love for the art of motorcycling as well as a passion for aiding their community. This dedicated group of riders have worked relentlessly in the past few years to establish a total of six chapters.

Future of the club: As they continue to expand their message of strength and unity and live up to their motto of being determined females making it happen in a male dominated society, the Xecutive Riders have set a goal to have a chapter in every city of the U.S.

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THE LIFE: FEatured riderS Chris Schmeltzer

Collegeville, PA

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chris Schmeltzer

Years Riding: 7 years street 15 years dirt.

RIDING STYLE: Mostly street and stunt. bike(s) Owned: 2005 Kawasaki ZX10R

FAVORITE BIKE MOD/ACCESSORY: Has got to be the Two Brothers exhaust! Sounds so good.

Favorite piece of riding gear: Has gotta be my ICON vest and my ICON helmet.

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most memorable ride: 2008 Clutch Control Ride. I got to ride with everyone... Jessica Maine, Jason Britton, all the big names. Nothing like being out front of a couple of those bikes.

Lance Tha Deacon

Ashburn, VA

Years Riding: 5 years.

RIDING STYLE: To each his own but there is nothing like Route 50 in Maryland between DC and Annapolis. If you don’t know please come and find out. bike(s) Owned: “Suka” is a 2006 Kawasaki 636 FAVORITE BIKE MOD/ACCESSORY: Nothing special with the exception that I removed the restrictor on the bike.

Favorite piece of riding gear: It’s a tie between fresh black Chuck Taylor’s, my Game 7 Riderz M/C Vest & my blacked out HJC Helmet.

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most memorable ride: Police chase in Myrtle Beach with a passenger.

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Sharvari Manakawad

FEatured THE LIFE: LIFE rider FEatured FEaturedriderS riderS Sharvari Manakawad

STATS Years Riding: 4 years.

RIDING STYLE: Street and touring. bike(s) Owned: Yamaha Gladiator 125cc, Hero Honda 225cc and Royal Enfield 500cc.

Favorite piece of riding gear: Definitely, my helmet. most memorable ride: The ride from Delhi to Leh, Ladakh. I covered about 1300 kilometers in 7days. It was like a dream come true!

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Kevin Bellamy AKA Casper

New Castle ,DE

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STATS RIDING STYLE: 80% street, 20% track. bike(s) Owned: 2010 BMW S1000RR, 2003 Suzuki GSXR 750, 2006 GSXR 750, 2007, 2007 Honda 50cc, 1999 Kawasaki KX 85 Favorite BIKE MOD/ACCESSORY: EHID kit with tinted head light covers and amber running lights on the Beemer.

Favorite piece of gear: Arai Helmet.

Kevin Bellamy

Years Riding: 23 years.

most memorable ride: Â The Shut the City Down Ride... Killing all the Ducs!

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MOTO TECH Words: Mark Rozemo Image: Courtesy of Motion Pro

ASK THE PRO WRENCH Words: Thomas Campion IMAGES: Courtesy of Motion Pro Q:

I ride both street and track. What is the best PSI setting for my tires and what’s the best way to check them?

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Tire pressure is super important. The best quality tire gauge you can afford will help monitor it. I recommend Motion Pro’s digital gauge because it’s very accurate. As far as the correct tire pressure, street

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and track are very different not to mention which types of tires you have.

Just to point out two examples, a Pirelli as a soft tire carcass which you use more pressure in to hold the tire up. Where Dunlop uses a stiffer carcass so you run a lower pressure.

I can’t give you a pressure that

is great in both situations. Riding street you typically run more pressure to limit tire wear and support the tire for riding two up.

If I’m forced to give a pressure, I would say you’re safe for the street at 32PSI in the front and 35PSI in the rear.

For the track its a whole new ball game. I’ll give you a range of tire pressure for this since different

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treet and track are very different when setting tire pressure.”

tracks and compounds come into play. Also, I’m going to use Dunlop as an example since that is the spec tire for AMA racing.

The Front should be around 32 to 35PSI and the rear should be between 22 to 24PSI. These pressures should be at temp so you either need tire warmers or go out for a lap to heat them up and come in and set pressures.

Now I’m going give you a few pointers for what I take into

consideration while setting tire pressures. I start off by setting the pressure with the tires cold.

I put the tire warmers on then I bleed the PSI down as it rises with the raised tire temp. As the tire heats up the pressure will rise because of the moisture in the air.

The tire usually gets up to temp within 45 to 60 minutes. Once at temp, I set the pressures. For example: at Barber, if I wanted the front pressure to be at 32PSI on track, then off the warmer I set it at 31PSI. Compensating for a

1PSI rise in pressure from warmer to track. With the rear, if I want 24PSI I needed to set pressure off warmer at 20PSI, compensating for a 4PSI rise in the rear from warmer to track. I know this all sounds a little complicated but once you get the hang of it, you’ll find it pretty simple.

Got a question for the Pro Wrench?

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improve your skills

The Balance of Braking words: Eric wood images: Brian Nitto

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nderstanding the proper use of the brakes is a key for any rider. When starting to ride, many new riders are actually afraid to use the front brake with any kind of force.

However, the front brake is the primary mechanism to stop the motorcycle. As the motorcycle slows down, especially from a high speed, weight is always transferred to the front wheel.

Since traction is directly related

to the amount of weight pushing the tire into the ground, it stands to reason that as braking force increases more and more, it is increasingly important to use the front brake to do the majority of the stopping. As weight is transferred to the front tire it is naturally shifted away from the rear tire, causing the rear brake to lock up with increasingly less pressure.

As many riders figure out quickly, the key to being able to use full front brake pressure is allowing the weight transfer to actually occur before ramping up the lever pressure to a maximum.

Front braking is broken into two stages: Apply the brake, then brake. Once the suspension of the bike has settled and the front contact patch is fully spread out, it is then time to really brake.

The limit for brake pressure is no longer is the adhesion limit of the front tire, it is instead the amount of lever pressure that will lift the rear tire off the ground.

We often see riders with little or no weight on the rear tire in the major portion of the braking zone when watching AMA or World Superbike. The back tire is merely floating on the ground, often swaying back and forth as the riders battle on the way in to the corners.

If this is what exemplifies maximum braking, what good is the rear brake in the major portion of the braking zone? The answer, of course, is none. The rear brake is not available to create any stopping power until weight is transferred back onto

it late in the corner. However, by this time most track day riders and club racers have scrubbed off a majority of their speed and are now fully focused on initiating the corner. As the motorcycle carves in towards the apex and increases in lean angle, more experienced riders will typically trail in with the front brake using an ever-diminishing amount of effort. This trail braking allows for increased control on the entrance, extends the braking zone deeper into the corner, and typically is fully released in conjunction with the major turn effort just prior to the apex.

With this said, where does the rear brake, so often used on the street, fit in? The honest answer is that for most track riders it does not. Street riding, which does not, and should not, typically require maximum front brake pressure, leaves the weight balance of the motorcycle less biased towards the front wheel and allows for a reasonable amount of rear brake pressure. However, at race speeds, the braking force is significantly increased and the rear brake is not useful for a majority of the zone. In the late corner entrance where there is finally some weight back on the rear tire, most riders again do not have the available attention to divert to modulating the rear brake. This is what I often call a last 5% activity. It is for those few riders that can comfortably utilize the other 95% of their available grip and attention and are looking for that last little extra advantage.

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I have interviewed riders who have been on the podium at AMA nationals who have told me that they got there without ever touching the rear brake. However, certain top expert club racers, several AMA riders and many WSB/ MotoGP riders use the rear brake regularly. As riders progress to the highest levels, many will tell you that they cannot ride without it. When 500GP Mick Doohan was injured and lost the ability to activate the rear brake with his right foot, Honda came up with a system that allowed him to use his right hand and the thumb brake craze was started. To help understand some of why this was so important to a world champion like Doohan, we will look at a few instances where riders use the rear brake on the racetrack. We will start with some intermediate skill level cases and discuss a few advanced moves in the end.

The most basic reason for using the rear brake is one that I experienced personally early in my racing career. The reason to use the rear brake in this case was that the front brake was simply not strong enough. My first racing adventure was on a vintage BSA, and I could squeeze that front brake with all of my might with no concern of ever lifting the rear wheel off the ground. As a result, the rear brake became a valuable tool in stopping this machine efficiently as possible.

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commonly use the rear brake is to prevent a bike from starting a wheelie over the crest of a hill. By gently applying the rear brake, riders create a torque that pushes the front wheel into the ground and combats the tendency of the front wheel to rise over the hill. Although this is effective, I advise students to first do all that they can to lower their center of gravity as this will help accomplish the same thing without slowing the bike down.

However, there are certain places such as the front straight of Road America where sometimes body position is not enough and a light touch on the rear brake can help a rider maintain control.

As we progress to more advanced topics, this same principle can be used to control the violent acceleration of a Superbike out of a slow corner. Again, assuming that a rider has done all that is possible with body position, the rear brake can be used to keep the front end of a very powerful motorcycle on the ground when accelerating hard out of a slow corner such as the final turn at Laguna Seca. Highly skilled riders can even use the rear brake to help control wheel spin on the drive out of a corner in the same fashion.

We will wrap up with a discussion of two of the ways the rear brake can be used during the brake entrance, both of which are for advanced riders. First, since lowering the center of gravity on the way into the corner makes a motorcycle less likely to lift the rear tire off the ground, some riders will lightly apply the rear brake just prior to squeezing the front brake

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improve your skills: The Balance... in an effort to lower the overall stance of the motorcycle. This allows harder initial application of the front brake, but again, this is a very advanced technique.

Second, as riders trail off the front brake at the end of the braking zone, some top pilots will apply the rear brake in order to transfer weight to the front tire and tighten up the corner. Since the front tire is often already very near the limit at this point, the rear brake is sometimes the best option to scrub that little bit of extra speed and give the front tire a fraction of extra grip to get up inside another rider.

This article covered a large spectrum of braking techniques.

The most important thing to take from this article is the insight as to why riders use both the front and rear brakes when they do.

These case studies will help us better understand what is happening out on the track and perhaps help us prevent making our own mistakes in the future.

When we really understand the physics behind our actions, we tend to make more intelligent decisions and ride with more confidence. Riders should never attempt the advanced techniques described here on the street but should instead only experiment with these new ideas on the track while there is access to top expert instruction. There is always more to learn, and that is part of what makes this sport so great. Until next time... Ride fast, ride safe!

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Do you ever wonder what MOVIES your fellow riders are watching when they are not on the bike? We do... so we decided to ask them.

Michael Lawless! What’s on your hit list?

“Faster” gives brilliant in depth coverage of the last season of the 2 stroke era and the first season of the 4 strokes. How can you not love a movie that has two vastly different machines and yet the same champion. Win. “Fastest” is the follow up to “Faster” and it triumphantly documents another MotoGP season that saw the entrance of the too early taken Marco Simoncelli. If you want to ride fast, have ridden fast, or can think of nothing but going fast, these two are must owns.

“Closer to the Edge 3D” features intense coverage of the Isle of Man and the men who dare race there on real roads! Hardcore racing through the streets of an island off the coast of Ireland. Between 1907 and 2009 there have been 237 deaths racing the courses of the Isle of Man which makes the footage of this film even more impressive. To ride the line and not over it is the difference between a trophy and death.

“Ducati – A Story of Passion.” If you do not own a Ducati you will certainly want to after watching this movie which gives a rare behind-the-scenes look at the history and mystery of the Italian company.

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he current sensationalism of the motorcycle club lifestyle can be seen everywhere in today’s pop culture and social media saturated culture. You don’t have to venture far from your couch... there are a number of shows, some popular and some not, that attempt to portray the club life. Some attempts are more effective than others and the affects can be observed at the local bike night.

Have you noticed how many new clubs have popped up on the set in recent years or how many new riders have appeared, as if over night?

I get it. It’s a trend... to those that just got here. For those among us that have been here and remain here, that have been through the ups and downs of the culture, the life is not a choice. It is in the bloodline. It is a responsibility. It is a destiny.

Enter Dan Tibbs. Tibbs is a designer, a visionary and a motorcycle historian. Recently added to his list of titles is film maker. His project is a documentary that delves into the untold story of the true Urban Biker in their every so natural environment.

SBI: The documentary is journey into the history of the black motorcyclists. What sparked the desire to create it?

DT: I do research every year for the Nexxunlimited Clothing Company. I research the history of motorcycle apparel and in doing the research I didn't see any pictures of African Americans on motorcycles, like we did not ride. Having a conversation with my mother one day she revealed to me that my great grandfather rode motorcycles in the late 1930's into the 1940's. This really started to peak my interest and at that time I started to use the contacts that I had in the industry to talk to the oldest African Americans about the history. I started doing this in 2006. I did my first museum exhibition on the history of African American bikers at the African American Museum of Nassau County in May 2009 with pictures, videos, movies and motorcycles. Harley Davidson asked to be part of the second exhibition I did at the 40/40 club.

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companies to start paying attention to the history of African Americans.

SBI: Is this your first time in the director’s chair?

DT: Yes. SBI: What have you learned while making this film?

DT: I've learned that African Americans have a rich history in motorcycling in America. Benny Hardy and Cliff Vauhn, the two black men that are responsible for the two motorcycles that were featured in the movie Easy Rider: Captain America and Billy's Bike were the biggest piece of history for me. I've also learned about William B. Johnson, the first African American to own a Harley Davidson Dealership that was located in upstate New York in 1920. While doing interviews, I discovered how rich our heritage is and that it SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | 117

FRICTION ZONE: I AM MOTORCYCLE goes back generations. These are just a few of the unknown and there are many more stories that I'm still following. It's like a bouncing ball.

SBI: What have you learned about your self from your research?

DT: That I am proud to pay homage to those that came before me and that what I do and how I live is because of them.

SBI: Why do you think this part of history hasn’t been told?

DT: I don't want to be political. I just want to get the information out there. I feel it is my duty and I am proud to be part of a selected few that will tell the story of the African American biker... or the urban biker because we cannot forget about our Spanish brothers.

SBI: Do you feel that it was being hidden or overshadowed by mainstream media’s perception of bikers?

DT: I don’t think they looked for it.

SBI: Why is the information contained in the film so vital to the culture?

DT: It gives us a history that we can be proud of, people to be inspired by and it shows how much we are a part of the American motorcycle history. It is needed!

SBI: What are your thoughts on the way that hollywood has portrayed the black biker in film and television?

DT: Biker Boyz was cool, for the most part. That's the only movie I know that touches on the subject.

Other than that, music videos seems to do a good job.

SBI: There have been movies or shows that have sensationalized the biker lifestyle and spawned a sea of “posers”. I’m sure that you’ve come across some of them... What do you say to them? Do you call them out? Do you even acknowledge them?

DT: It Is what it is! If its about motorcycles, its all love. Just entertainment. You have good movies and bad movies. That’s life.

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SBI: What is your definition of a real biker?

DT: If you ride a motorcycle, you are a real biker. Too many people try to impose their perception of what real bikers are: you should be a tough guy or you should follow these rules or you should ride like this.

The deal is this: If you ride a motorcycle, you are a real biker.

SBI: Your thoughts on the 1% verus the 99% lifestyles?

DT: To many politics for me I just want to ride a hot bike with no Rules! You got guys putting rules on shirts and you can go here but you cant go there, you can talk to them but not them... Crazy. As a people, we already have so many obstacles in the way. Why should we put more. I'm already 1% every time I get pulled over by the police or looked over for that position or put in jail for something I didn't do or shot for wearing a hoodie.

SBI: When will I AM MOTORCYCLE be released to the public?

DT: Very soon. We are working! We have to get an interview with you, Allan. You are one of the movers and shakers in the industry. I have said it before, I am proud to know you!

Tibbs is very dedicated to bringing this culturally rich piece of American history to the masses. And it is needed. A documentary that sets the record straight and lets every biker, regardless of race, color or creed know what time it is.

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MOVIES THAT WOULD HAVE BEEN BETTER WITH BIKES

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FRICTION ZONE: Better with Bikes ERIK BUELL ERIK BUELL RACING: The Fifth Element! Leeloo is tucked in on a needlelike space superbike made of energy beams, slicing bullet like through space, shooting at a horde of Mangalores riding space hogs who are attacking the Mondoshawans. Unfortunately

DAN TIBBS, NEXX UNLIMITED: The original Tuskegee AirmEn because a couple of them really did ride motorcycles.

Cool Hand Luke because Paul Newman would have looked a little cooler if he got away on a bike.

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her superbike is hit by a chrome mirror that vibrated off one of the Mangalores hogs, which deflects one of the energy beams, and she crashes, leaving nothing but a shapely leg in a Sidi antigravity boot.

After being restored and escaping, she falls into Korben's taxi. He

crashes the taxi and runs to grab a beat up Streetfighter leaning against the wall. As he motions her to get on the back, she leaps on the front, takes the controls, and proceeds to scare the living bejesus out of Korben, bouncing of buildings as curbs, etc.

BRIAN NITTO SBI STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER: The Devil Wears Prada.

I think Meryl Streep is such a well diversified actress but her downfall, you'll never see her on any motorcycle in any of her movies. I think the screen writers could have worked on something to get her sitting on something that suits the movie’s them.

Another movie is SafeHouse with Denzel Washington. You saw plenty of car chases. No bikes. WTF? Denzel, get on a bike! I’ve seen you on a train, in a car, soon to be a pilot in a new movie coming out. Get on a bike already. Laurence Fishburne has done it. Step it up. Denzel always plays a great badass. Get him a sportbike already!

Crazy, Stupid, Love. I will never see this movie. I have no frame of reference except that my wife says she wants to see this; sure sign it's a chick flick and I will want to stab my eyes when I am forced to watch it. Just the title alone screams "Help me!" Throw a couple of sportbike scenes in the mix and you won't have to drag your boyfriends to the theater or have issues renting it. Adding motorcycle scenes to any movie is like bacon. Everybody likes bacon, even some vegans like bacon. Bacon tastes great on everything. I just had a bacon sandwich with a side order of bacon on it. It works. Have you ever heard from a guy that a movie had "too many bike scenes" in a movie. No. Never.

End of story.

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ASHON CAPO DICKERSON SBI DRAG RACING EDITOR: A character I would have loved to see riding a motorcycle would have been Denzel Washinton in Training Day. That would have been better than him riding through L.A in that low rider.

I would love to see more movies incorporate our culture. Riders and enthusiast are some of the coolest people on the planet and attract the most attention!

LEAH PETERSEN SBI STAFF WRITER: Escape From New York.

Not including a motorcycle in this film really seemed like a lost opportunity. I mean, you've got the classic “awesome” formula: criminal turned hero with eye patch and a snake tattoo, an epic rescue mission and no… motorcycle? What? Maybe, just maybe, it was a sleeper intellectual film. By removing the motorcycle from the equation, audiences subconsciously can’t

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accept the film and then keep circling back and thinking about it. Hmmmmm. If you need closure you can check out “Escape from LA” which DOES include motorcycles.

Costco… but they didn’t touch on what motorcycles would become with moronic engineers.

Maybe they would have three wheels, oh wait, people have done that already.

Idiocracy.

This movie explores what the future would be like if dumb people procreated so much they became the majority. Disposable pants that you take from a dispenser on your wall each morning, law degrees earned at

Inglorious Bastards.

Two words: German sidecars.

What sick twisted things would happen if Tarantino wrote a scene which revolved around some motorcycles with German sidecars? I’d like to know.

Randy Nedescu BELLISSIMOTO: National Lampoon’s Family Vacation.

Griswald would have been hilarious on a motorcycle.

Titanic because chick flicks suck ass and a video of a bike doing anything would have been better.

The girl next door because a motorcycle would have made her that much hotter.

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JEFF DUZZNY WHEELIETEACH: Bullitt. Classic! real life racing enthusiast Steve McQueen barrels after bad guys on the streets of San Francisco in an epically cool 1968 Ford Mustang. In a cityscape that gets most drivers nervous for its ups and downs, San Francisco proves the ultimate car chase backdrop. Lieutenant Frank Bullitt is not only one of the coolest cops of all time, he

proves to be one of the best wheelmen we've ever seen.

Steve McQueen was also a motorcycle enthusiast and changing the mustang in for a current sportbike or motard would have made the chase scenes in the movie that much more interesting.

smokey and the bandit with Jerry Reed driving a semi filled with beer and Burt Reynolds

in a T Top 1977 Trans Am which became one of the hottest selling cars of the year being used as a interceptor car to Sheriff Bufford T. Justice. The chase scenes are magnificent and from the scene of the car rolling out the back of the semi to the end burn out and that famous Reynolds laugh... it would have been awesome on a sportbike.

Ronin. Robert de Niro's performance treats the viewers to chase scenes with sport sedans such as a BMW M5, Peugeot 406 and perhaps most famously, an Audi S8. Few actors can capture the mixture of terror and exhilaration in a car chase quite like De Niro, while Jean Reno is the only actor who could make driving a Peugeot an exercise in steely manhood all of which would have been that much more exciting on a sportbike.

Carrie Aquino SBI STAFF WRITER: All the Harry Potter movies. Brooms? Seriously? Lame. I don't care if the broom does fly, Motorcycles would have been way better. I see witches flying around on them all the time!

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BIG TIGGER BIG TIGGER RADIO: All of the Transformers movies... but only with my bike!

DYSTANY SPURLOCK SBI STAFF WRITER: Despicable Me is one of my favorite movies. Yes, I know it’s a kid’s movie but I think that the movie would have been ten times cooler if all of the minions would have had motorcycles.

They’re already weird looking.

Now imagine those yellow one eyed and two eyed little creatures riding around trying to save the day on motorcycles.

Kevin Hart Laugh at my Pain. Kevin Hart always picks on his height. Now picture him driving up on stage on a sportbike, stock height and then putting his feet down. He joked on how he sits in a chair his feet sometimes swings back and fourth, unable to touch the ground. So him not being able to put his feet down flat on the ground while on a bike would be hilarious!

BRICE COOPER AMA PRO XR1200 SERIES: Willy Wonka. Imagine if the good in the end villain, Slugworth rode a bad as Velocette, or Brough Superior! Wicked and stylish. Boom!

Alladin. Do you know how many babes he could pull on a Panigale instead of that lame ass rug with wings!

Imagine a Princess Tammy, Trista, Jasmine, and BIanca! Snap, son!

Drive. I agree the car was bad ass enough, but ripping through the streets on a sick Purple Rain edition KZ1000 with full Vetter fairing would have killed it!

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FRICTION ZONE: Better with Bikes Kristopher Cottrell VIP ALLIANCE WHEELS: Punisher, that movie would of been pretty sick with an all black sportbike with the skull logo on the side.

Batman, all the movies would of been better with a sportbike instead of those futuristic fake bikes.

Fast and the furious, it would be ill if Vin Diesel would of had a bike with a 360 kit on it as one of the main vehicles

ALONZO BODDEN ACTOR, COMEDIAN: Point break! Bank robbers on surfboards? C’mon! Put them on bikes for great getaway scenes!

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movies and put Mad Max on a hardcore naked bike blasting thru Armageddon type scenes.

Any JAMES BOND movie.

Bond Girl plus red Ducati equals money!

Steve Blakeney JOE ROCKET: Blade Runner. Dirty, dark, L.A. of the future. The setting and style of this flick would have been perfect for a bike chase. Plus a chase would have been an excellent high point to its very slow and dramatic pace.

Sin City. Mickey Rourke's character Marv would have been perfect on a '42 Indian.

Fight Club. One of the best counterculture films of all times and no bikes?

WTF? Perfect scene, the one where Norton and Pitt are walking along a city street bashing in the windshields and headlights of "trendy" cars. They come up to a road bike, something like a dirty, well ridden Triumph. They look at each other, pause, then move past without touching it out of respect.

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SBI CREATIVE SUPERVISOR: Dukes of Hazzard I know the whole premise of the Dukes of Hazzard centers around two good 'ol boys never meaning any harm constantly evading the bad and "good" guys with the help of their beloved Dodge Charger, the "General Lee". But once, wouldn't it have been cool to see a dirt bike version of the General Lee. After all, you live on farm with tons of land. You're constantly chasing and getting chased on dirt roads and there's always a bridge that's been washed out or a barn that begs to be jumped.

Just imagine what that element would've done for the 2005 made

for film version of the Dukes of Hazzard Bo and Luke being chased through Hazzard County leaping over gorges and creeks, Rickey Carmichael style. All the while wearing the proper safety gear.

Better yet, can't you see a mysterious rider performing incredible two wheel acrobatics sending Roscoe P. Coltrane plummeting into a ditch. This mystery rider pulls up next to the bewildered Roscoe, removes the helmet to unveil cascading locks waving in the wind revealing this confident allusive rider is the sexy and sassy Daisy Duke.

Oh well, maybe in the remake of the remake this scenario will be included.

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MEEKAIL SHAHEED SBI STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER: Salt. Evelyn Salt was chased throughout various urban cities and locations and only a bike very briefly. More bike

ALLAN LANE SBI PUBLISHER, EDITOR IN CHIEF: Bad Boys would have been uber cool with bikes. I know Detective Mike Lowrey had some bikes in the garage. You trying to tell me that he was living in Miami and didn’t have a bike?

The Transporter. Give Frank Martin a bike as a secondary mode of transportation and a riveting chase scene and I’ll be good. Swap that crop dusting plane out in the end of the film and but him on a bike.

Shaft. No explanation needed.

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sceneswould have made the movie more invigorating. I have never seen a boring chase scene that involved a motorcycle. The way technology is heading now, in the near future we will

probably be able to choose the mode of transportation in the chase scenes, much like what is available now for alternate endings.

MICHAEL LAWLESS SBI STAFF WRITER: I wondered if the 40 Year Old Virgin would have suffered the same malady if he had a Hayabusa? Would She’s Out of My League really be the case if Kirk rode a GSXR? Could Seth and Evan have been just as Superbad on two factory green Kawasaki Ninjas? In The Hangover, would Alan have ridden a Vespa right next to Phil on his R6? I have a funny feeling Stu was no stranger to BMW touring motorcycles.

In Get Him To the Greek, would Aldous Show ride an MV Agusta F4RR? How about Aaron Green on a Triumph? It should go without saying that Sergio Roma would ride nothing but a Ducati, right?

Why in movies like The Italian Job do bad guys ride BMWs when everyone knows that if you really are a bad em effer, you ride a satin black Ducati with a booming Termignoni exhaust.

I’m sorry but BMWs are for my Dad’s generation, not mine.

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magine you are Nobby Clark and one day you are notified by the American Motorcyclist Association that they want you in their elite Hall of Fame. The AMA notified the press. Motorcycle publications are jumping all over the story that “Nobby Clark is being inducted into the Hall of Fame...” I’m sure Nobby felt quite proud of the nomination and of his accomplishments.

Now, let’s fast forward two weeks. The AMA rescinds their approval.

One minute he’s an honored guest and the next minute, he’s treated like riffraff.

First the AMA brings up your stellar accomplishments and the next you find your name slandered in the press. How does this happen with a group that’s hardly fly by night. They’re the AMA for Pete’s sake!

The amazing part of all of this is that Nobby never asked for the nomination, never asked for the award and never asked for his life to be broadcast all over the internet.

It was reported that Nobby’s criminal case played a role in the AMA rescinding the pending induction into the Hall of Fame but a few others in the two wheeled community have since pointed out that several Hall of Famers also have criminal records. So when the “criminal case” story wouldn’t hold water the AMA next said that they had an error in the balloting process and to keep the integrity of the

process intact they are forced to rescind Nobby’s induction. I am sure that Mitt Romney and President Obama are each hoping the AMA conducts the balloting process for the November elections…

At this point in the story, I find it hard to believe that the AMA could be so callous and so irresponsible to not only let the error happen but to express no remorse or regret over the fact they have dragged an honest man’s name through the mud. I repeat, he did not ask for any awards or accolades. This smells an awful lot like some big wig throwing some considerable weight around the room as opposed to an integrity filled balloting process.

In the meantime several Hall of Fame members have since returned their medals to the AMA and have expressly asked to be removed from the ranks because of the dog’s breakfast the AMA has made over Nobby Clark’s induction. Members such as Dave Despain, Ed Fisher, and several others have been more than happy to turn in their medals in the name of integrity.

Perhaps they should also send the AMA a dictionary so the powers that be can understand the meaning of a word before they go hurling it about in the press.

After all the hoopla around the issue just who is Nobby Clark? He may be one of the winningest tuners of all time. He has under his belt seventeen Grand Prix world titles, eight Italian championships and numerous wins at both Daytona and

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FRICTION ZONE: A man named Nobbby Imola. He has worked with the greats such as Mike Hailwood, Giacomo Agostini, and Kenny Roberts.

The first time I met Nobby, I was in awe just to be around the man. As it turns out, Nobby is a lot like a friendly grandfather and spoke with the diction of a true gentleman. Nobby loaned my brother and I an engine mount bolt to keep the Norton Manx on the track during a race day. Nobby is a great man who deserves better than to be bullied about by the AMA and their backwards electoral system. The AMA has created a disaster that they need to remedy fast.

While I wait for the miracle I am spending my anger fueled free time searching the internet for some AMA stickers that I can display on my daily rider‌ upside down.

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The author (L) and Nobby Clark (R) at the 2011 Radnor Hunt Concourse D’Elegance

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this life: THE BIG PICTURE Words: Tyson Beckford

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s I travel through Amsterdam and Rotterdam, I realize the effects of motorbikes not just here, but all over Europe.

Just think of all the great films made here with these tight curvy streets and history at every turn that could have been even more amazing had there been motorcycles in them. I could name a few JAMES BOND movies that could use a great motorcycle chase scene in them.

How about if DIRTY DOZEN had Clint Eastwood on a motorcycle doing damage or DIRTY HARRY? What about GREEN ZONE with bikes roaming all over the desert hunting weapons of mass destruction?

The list could go on and on. The thought of your favorite actor piloting motorcycles on the big screens is just a glimpse of what could be the future of films.

This is our movie issue. Film is topic dear to my heart because I’m not just an actor, I’m a filmmaker as well. The movie going audiences are longing for a great bike movie.

I personally want to be the one that brings us an extremely real biker film. I am working diligently to make this vision a reality. This bike lifestyle is like no other and has

earned its place in the big picture.

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THE NEW ISH JOE ROCKET • CLEO 2.2 MESH JACKET Joe Rocket is really making some major moves in the ladies safety apparel arena. The Cleo 2.2 Mesh Jacket is an upgrade from the original model with new graphics and features such as their patented FreeAir mesh ventilation system and RockTex protection. The jacket is designed using a nine point adjustable system to secure a great fit on the female figure.

Other features include a pocket for your mobile audio device (not that we condone listening to music while riding), removable CE armor and removable waterproof liner.

Size: XS - 2 Diva Colors: Black, Purple/Pink/Black, Silver/Black/White, Blue/White/Black, Wine/Black Price: $179.99 - $194.99 Contact: http://joerocket.com

CTEK • COMFORT INDICATOR EYELET An easy and quick way to keep an eye on the strength of your battery.

Attached to your battery terminals, the device displays a three level indication system via green, yellow and red indication lights.

Designed to work directly with CTEK charging systems, the Indicator Eyelet doubles as a quick release connector to float or fully charge your battery without removing it from your bike.

Price: $11.99 Contact: http://smartercharger.com

DRIVEN RACING • D-AXIS FUEL CAP AND BASE KIT Very stylish and constructed of aerospace grade aluminum, these fuel cap and base set ups from Driven are a great accessory that makes fill ups a snap. They feature a quarter turn locking gas cap and replacement parts are available. Made in the USA, they are available in an assortment of colors and designed to fit most late model sportbikes.

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SHAD USA • ST38 ALUMINUM LUGGAGE SYSTEM Any Adventurer or Long Hauler will tell you the value of a quality luggage system. The Shad ST38 Aluminum Luggage System is just what the Iron Butt rider needs. The system features an air and water tight rubber seal that makes each box completely waterproof. The bags can hold a total of 114 liters, collectively with a maximum load of 53 pounds for all three cases.

Colors: Black, Silver Price: $879.00 - 1199.00 Contact: http://shadusa.com

BIKEMASTER • UNIVERSAL ROLL ON STAND There have been of this type of stand on the market for several years. One can’t deny the ease and functionality of the roll on stand. However, it was always a slightly hard pill to swallow when trying to justify the price. Bikemaster has offered their universal roll on stand, designed to fill all types of motorcycles at almost half the price of some others on the market without sacrificing the quality. It features adjustments for the wheel height and diameter with a durable, lightweight steel design.

Price: $149.95 Contact: http://bikemaster.com MOTOVATION USA • No Cut Frame Sliders for the HONDA CBR250R Motovation USA has been making quality frame slider kits for sportbikes for a number of years.

These sliders bolt right on the frame of the CBR250R without the need to cut or modify the fairing. Constructed with aluminum brackets and a special nylon blended material for the sliders to provide balance and strength. Fits model year 2011 and up.

Price: $241.03 Contact: http://motovationusa.com

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THE NEW ISH FAST BY FERRACCI • REAR SETS FOR DUCATI Designed for performance, strength and durability, these rear sets are constructed of aircraft grade 7075 Aluminum with six adjustable mounting points with 12mm spacing for that custom riding experience. Engineered

by Master Engine Builder, Eraldo Ferracci, the FBF Rear Sets fit all Ducati 848, 1098 and 1198 models. Rear sets come complete with stainless steel hardware and aluminum heel guards.

Price: $399.95 Contact: http://ferracci.com

BITUBO • ECH 29 NITROGEN Charged FORK Cartridge kit Suspension is one of the most important factors in a quality ride... street or track. A notable upgrade in ride performance can begin with your front forks.

The Bitubo ECH 29 kit features the patent pending Full Pressure System, an innovative damping method that offers immediate control of the forks oscillation. Quite simply, the sexiest fork cartridges available for your ride.

Available in the USA from Bellisimoto.

Price: $1,799.95 Contact: http://bitubo.us/

DIESEL • DUCATI SPEED LONG SLEEVE SHIRT Made exclusively by Diesel for Ducati, this shirt sets the tone for before, during and after the ride.

Features aggressive graphics, custom embroidery and patch. The 100% cotton Ducati Speed Shirt is gives attitude where attitude is lacking.

Size: L - XXL Price: $95.00 Contact: http://store.ducatiusa.com

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ALPINESTARS • T-GP R AIR JACKET Alpinestars has never really stuttered in the style department.

Their latest offering is the T-GP R Air Jacket. Made of durable 600D polyester and hydrophobic for superior ventilation without giving up protection from the elements. Safety features include light weight CE certified bio armor, PE foam padding chest and back protection and reflective piping on the sleeves. If you’re looking to upgrade the protection factor, the foam padding can be replaced with Alpinestar’s Bionic Armor.

Size: S - XXXXL Colors: Black, Black/White/Red, Black/White/Yellow, Black/White Price: $249.95 Contact: http://alpinestars.com

REV’IT! • CURB GLOVES The Curb are a great blend of summer riding gloves and race fit, high level of quality and protection. Very sporty and comfortable, these gloves feature an innovative dual composition palm slider and carbon fiber hard shell knuckle protection. Perforated on the back of the hand to keep your hands cool with an adjustable tab at the cuff to secure the right fit.

Size: S -XXXL Price: $119.99 Contact: http://revitusa.com ICON MOTOSPORTS • ICON 1000 STRYKER BATTLESCAR VEST If it’s not broke, don’t fix it. But if it can be cooler... Make it cooler.

It seems to be the Think Tank’s motto at ICON, to continually take their already great designs and improve upon them. The ICON Field Armor Vest has evolved over the years to what it is today, the Stryker Vest, offering a higher level of protection and comfort than ever before. Equipped with CE certified back armor and D30 padding, the Stryker Battlescar Vest is that necessary piece of gear if you are preparing for the mean streets, Armageddon or the impending zombie apocalypse.

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THE NEW ISH: Featured Item CORE MOTO • CUSTOM SS PERFORMANCE BRAKE LINE KITS Core Moto has been making waves in the custom bike world with their line of frame sliders, fairing bolt kits and bar ends. Recently, they have expanded their brand by manufacturing custom braided stainless steel brake lines. And by custom, we mean custom. Available in a plethora of color combinations and configurations, theses brake line kits arrive ready to install, based on your specifications. Their construction consists of three layers: a leak proof teflon inner core, braided stainless steel mid layer and an outer protective PVC weather proof shell. Quality lines at a great price. Kits start at $59.00 and include stainless steel fittings, stainless steel banjo bolts and copper washers. Made in the USA and are backed by a lifetime warranty.

Price: $59.00 (Rear Kits), $99.00 (Front Kits) Contact: http://coremoto.com

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staff stuff REV’IT •

RS One PIECE LEATHER SUIT

Allan Lane Its no big secret that I have an affinity for the color black, or lack of color... So when Rev’It did a limited run on their RS suit in all black, I had to have it. I’ve always felt that if you were buying a suit off the rack, you were subject to the colors that the manufacturers produce and lets be honest, there was a time when some of those color schemes were God awful! So short of purchasing a custom suit, I would have been at the mercy of the rack. But the RS was made available for a short time in all black and I snatched one up. The suit broke in easy thanks to the appropriately placed stretch panels. The padding and armor didn’t hinder the comfort level and with a back protector on, the RS fit like a glove.

I’ve been riding track since 2005 and I can honestly say this is the only suit that I have ever owned. I bought this suit in 2005 and it still holds up. It even seems to fit even better no than ever before. I don’t know if I attribute that my weight loss or to the leather taking shape. Only recently has it began to show signs of wear and tear, but nothing that a quick stitch can’t handle. http://revitusa.com Rating: 6 (out of 6)

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