MOTORREADS: 27 April 2009

[Mika]

http://m1ka.smugmug.com/photos/506571632_przPJ-XL.jpg

twowheelsblog.com (http://www.twowheelsblog.com/post/2047/new-ducati-factory-ducati-moves-to-new-facilities): New Ducati factory: Ducati moves to new facilities

autobloggreen.com (http://www.autobloggreen.com/2009/04/26/craig-vetter-still-working-on-2-wheeled-streamliners-looks-for/): Craig Vetter still working on 2-wheeled streamliners, looks for help

This may not be everyone’s mug of beer, yet it is well worth the trip to the KneeSlider to see a project bike with several cool features.
thekneeslider.com (http://thekneeslider.com/archives/2009/04/24/xj500t-jaybuilt-kawasaki-500-bellytank-triple/): XJ500T Jaybuilt Kawasaki 500 Bellytank Triple

oliepeil.nl (http://translate.google.com/translate?u=http%3A//www.oliepeil.nl/archief/2009/04/goedkope_bmw_1000rr_oliepeil_zoekt/&hl=en&langpair=auto|en&tbb=1&ie=utf-8) translated: The Dutch site speculates on what the price of the S1000RR will be when it hits the show rooms.

dealernews.com (http://www.dealernews.com/dealernews/Breaking+News/The-Politics-of-Myrtle-Beach/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/595046?ref=25): The politics of Myrtle Beach

dealwernews.com (http://www.dealernews.com/dealernews/Breaking+News/Economic-Turmoil-Troubles-Spains-Cycle-Industry/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/595044?ref=25): Economic turmoil troubles Spain’s cycle industry

hellforleathermagazine.com (http://hellforleathermagazine.com/2009/04/ducati-desmosedici-documentary.html): Ducati Desmosedici documentary – episode two

clutchandchrome.com (http://www.clutchandchrome.com/News/0904/News0904101.htm): American motorcycle safety experts weigh in on European study

cyrilhuzeblog.com (http://www.cyrilhuzeblog.com/2009/04/25/jay-leno-rides-a-1931-henderson-kj/): Jay Leno rides a 1931 Henderson KJ

motorcycle.com (http://www.motorcycle.com/shoot-outs/2009-literbike-shootout-88218.html): 2009 Literbike Shootout
Honda CBR1000RR vs Kawi ZX-10R vs Suzuki GSX-R1000 vs Yamaha YZF-R1, with a side of Ducati 1198S

mc24.np (http://translate.google.com/translate?u=http%3A//www.mc24.no/article.php%3FarticleID%3D1890%26categoryID%3D213&hl=en&langpair=auto|en&tbb=1&ie=utf-8) translated: Test – Kawasaki VN1700 Classic

Bikes in the Fast Lane (http://news.motorbiker.org/blogs.nsf/dx/finding-out-the-real-fuel-consumption-of-a-motorcycle.htm): Finding out the real fuel consumption of a motorcycle


BENCHRACING:

cdensuperbike.com (http://www.cdnsuperbike.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1329&Itemid=231): First outing for Lesieur as pro rider

cdnsuperbike.com (http://www.cdnsuperbike.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1328&Itemid=231): Christie to ride at Jennings test, returning for Race opener

motocrossmx1.infor (http://www.motocrossmx1.info/news.php?idNews=663): Barragan and Goncalves take Valkenswaard’s honnors

Keep this race in mind. Last years race was fun to follow.
moto22.com (http://translate.google.com/translate?u=http%3A//www.moto22.com/off-road/en-marcha-la-segunda-edicion-de-la-africa-race&hl=en&langpair=auto|en&tbb=1&ie=utf-8) translated: Second Edition of the Africa Race


Isle of Man TT (http://www.iomtt.com/)
WEC (http://we.abc-wec.com/cms/index.php?lang=en)
Can-Am GNCC Racing (http://www.gnccracing.com/)
Canadian Motorcycle Association (http://www.canmocycle.ca/index.cfm)
AMA Pro Racing (http://www.amaproracing.com/)
MotoGP (http://www.motogp.com/)

crash.net (http://www.crash.net/motogp/news/145953/1/hayden_takahashi_just_took_me_down.html): Hayden – Takahashi just took me down

teamtech3.fr (http://www.teamtech3.fr/2009/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=46%3Atop-ten-for-toseland-edwards-fights-back-into-points-in-japan&catid=12%3Amotegijapan2009&Itemid=41&lang=en): Top ten for Toseland, Edwards fights back into points in Japan

Yamaha-motor=Europe.com (http://www.yamaha-motor-europe.com/corporate/latest_news/news_detail.jsp?Component=tcm:26-308746&ComponentTemplate=tcm:26-11949-32&PageTitle=Fiat%20Yamaha%20seal%20incredible%20one-two%20in%20Japanese%20GP): Fiat Yamaha seal incredible one-two in Japanese GP

Cage Racing News

indycar.com (http://www.indycar.com/news/?story_id=13722): Back in victory lane

indycar.com (http://www.indycar.com/news/?story_id=13724): Road Runner Turbo IndyCar 300 post race press conference

autosport.com (http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/74903): Dixon kickstarts title defense with win

autoweek.com (http://www.autoweek.com/article/20090426/WRC/904269997): WRC – Loeb remains undefeated with Argentina win

motorsport.com (http://www.motorsport.com/news/article.asp?ID=325390): Gurney sprints to VIR victory for BSR team



http://m1ka.smugmug.com/photos/492655273_GEGRa-XL.jpg

astonmartin.com: Aston Martin One-77 wins top design award at Concorso d’Eleganza, Villa d’Este

motorauthority.com (http://www.motorauthority.com/morgan-to-unveil-special-aero-supersports-for-centenary-celebration-at-villa-deste.html): Morgan to unveil special Aero SuperSports for centenary celebration Villa d’Este

Spiegel.de (http://translate.google.com/translate?u=http%3A//www.spiegel.de/auto/aktuell/0%2C1518%2C620923%2C00.html%23ref%3Drss&hl=en&langpair=auto|en&tbb=1&ie=iso-8859-1): CONCORSO D'Eleganza Villa D'ESTE
Sündhaft teures Altmetall im Park Wickedly expensive scrap metal in the Park

autoweek.com (http://www.autoweek.com/article/20090424/CARNEWS/904249967): Chrysler, CAW reach tentative contract deal

freep.com (http://www.freep.com/article/20090426/BUSINESS01/904260706/1014/rss13): Chrysler could save millions with wage cuts, but it needs billions4 months

nytimes.com (http://www.nytimes.com/2009/04/27/business/27chrysler.html?_r=1&ref=global-home): Chrysler and Union agree to deal before Federal dedadline

nytimes.com (http://www.nytimes.com/2009/04/27/business/27forecast.html?_r=1&partner=rss&emc=rss): G.M. to announce 3rd plan in last

caranddriver.com (http://www.caranddriver.com/blog/2009/04/2010-lamborghini-murcielago-lp670-4-sv.html): 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago LP670-4 SuperVeloce – First Drive Review.

worldcarfans.com (http://www.worldcarfans.com/9090423.005/2009-mercedes-300-sl-gullwing-panamericana-replica): 2009 Mercedes 300SL Gullwing Panamericana Replica

bmwblog.com[/ur]: Project I – BMW Vision Z – The future Z2 explained

[url=http://www.cardesignnews.com/site/home/auto_shows/display/item159234/]cardesignnews.com (http://www.bmwblog.com/2009/04/24/project-i-bmw-vision-z-the-future-z2-explained/): Shanghai Motor Show highlights


http://m1ka.smugmug.com/photos/223719402_NGkad-XL.jpg

PAGE 2


http://m1ka.smugmug.com/photos/439062079_Uzso4-XL.jpg

motorcyclenews.com (http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/News/newsresults/mcn/2009/April/27-30/apr2709-bloor-loses-200-million/?R=EPI-107904): Trioumph boss loses £200m

howstuffworks.com (http://auto.howstuffworks.com/tiny-leaning-car.htm): What are tiny leaning cars?

wired.com (http://www.wired.com/epicenter/2009/04/numbers-cant-begin-to-describe-twitters-impact/): Numbers can’t begin to describe Twitter’s impact

hydrogencarsnow.com (http://www.hydrogencarsnow.com/blog2/index.php/hydrogen-production/nano-discovery-in-efficient-solar-to-hydrogen-production/): Nano discovery in efficient solar to hydrogen production

webbikeworld.com (http://www.webbikeworld.com/r4/tourmaster-transition-2-jacket/): Tourmaster Transition Series 2 Jacket

webbikeworld.com (http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcycle-gloves/veloce-legionnaire-gloves/): Veloce Legionnaire Gloves

webbikeworld.com (http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcycle-gloves/veloce-primus-gloves/): Veloce Primus Gloves

autoracingdaily.com (http://www.autoracingdaily.com/news/motocross/supercross-now-on-iphone-apps/): Supercross now on iPhone Apps


<script src="http://nmp.newsgator.com/NGBuzz/buzz.ashx?buzzId=81524&apiToken=E138700B37294DFBA31F8D381F0BDC47&trkP=&trkM=1EE7D72C-FFAF-F80B-7991-6E32E1044168" type="text/javascript"></script><script src="http://nmp.newsgator.com/NGBuzz/buzz.ashx?buzzId=81529&apiToken=7D66E8AC50C84B61B5E9692EC6BC1D7C&trkP=&trkM=E03C232A-552E-4C5A-97C3-91FBAC5A05F8" type="text/javascript"></script><script src="http://nmp.newsgator.com/NGBuzz/buzz.ashx?buzzId=81523&apiToken=C8FF1E2EA13E4522B43898508AE3EFF2&trkP=&trkM=E46C38A9-0CC6-87DB-770C-CE71DB858FF2" type="text/javascript"></script>


WOOT.com (http://www.woot.com)

Turboflat.blogspot.com

http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_wdOUYSnAG84/SfHVyg-yMDI/AAAAAAAABA8/40HUnJH126o/s1600/R100TS.jpg

Knjmoto.com:

http://www.knjmoto.com/comics/2009-04-24-More%20Carbon.jpg

Motobastards.com

http://www.motobasturds.com/comics/2009-04-23-Footprint%20blues.jpg

xkcd.com:

http://imgs.xkcd.com/comics/parental_trolling.png

Bike Candy

http://m1ka.smugmug.com/photos/521910040_ko5WL-L.jpg

http://m1ka.smugmug.com/photos/521910779_3ifzX-L.jpg

http://m1ka.smugmug.com/photos/521910233_qVjST-L.jpg

http://m1ka.smugmug.com/photos/521910953_fGftW-L.jpg

http://m1ka.smugmug.com/photos/521911145_6vocf-L.jpg

http://m1ka.smugmug.com/photos/521911362_fkxmQ-L.jpg

http://m1ka.smugmug.com/photos/521912077_chqYd-L.jpg

http://m1ka.smugmug.com/photos/521912272_56Fah-L.jpg

http://m1ka.smugmug.com/photos/521910455_dYAiv-L.jpg

From: ritmo-sereno.com

Comments:

[Mika]

http://m1ka.smugmug.com/photos/223719402_NGkad-XL.jpg

PAGE 2

BMW Motorcycle US Dealer List ( http://www.bmwmotorcyclesus.com/dealerlocator/dealerlist/dealerlist.pdf)



]b]Elegance all along the line: BMW Group DesignworksUSA defines silhouette of BAVARIA's biggest yacht ever, the Cruiser 55[/b]
04/24/2009

In January 2009, the BAVARIA Yachtbau GmbH announced BMW Group DesignworksUSA as their new design associate and commissioned the global design consultancy and subsidiary of the BMW Group to support the Giebelstadt boat builder in the realignment of its product portfolio. DesignworksUSA operates in a multitude of industries both for the parent company’s three brands as well as for external customers. Together with BAVARIA the consultancy had presented their debut joint project, the Deep Blue 46, at the BOOT Düsseldorf. With this boat the two partners achieved a precision landing. It was recently awarded the trophy “Boat of the Year” at the Croatia Boat Show. The second collaboration of this Bavarian connection is just about to be presented to the public. In April, the Cruiser 55, the biggest BAVARIA yacht to date, will be shown for the very first time at the Saló Nàutic Internacional de Palma on Majorca.
For the development of this milestone in the history of BAVARIA, the shipyard pinned its hopes on an extremely electrifying combination of affiliates. While Farr Yacht Design managed the boat construction, the Munich studio of BMW Group DesignworksUSA was responsible for the overall exterior design and styling concept. With the result, the experts at the versatile design consultancy are effortlessly demonstrating that they master the art of sensitive evolution equally well as the techniques of creative revolution. The design concept of the Cruiser 55 is a discreet enhancement of the existing Cruiser line, marking the beginning of a new era in BAVARIA design - an era characterised by a clearly defined design vocabulary, by innovative impetus and a combination of maximum functionality and premium design.

http://m1ka.smugmug.com/photos/521864202_7i7mP-O-1.jpg

http://m1ka.smugmug.com/photos/521863805_Ag3Zs-O-1.jpg

Eye-catching simplicity: the exterior design of the Cruiser 55.

The silhouette of the Cruiser 55 was created at the Munich studio of DesignworksUSA in close collaboration with the engineering office and the shipyard. The Yacht magazine, one of Europe’s leading trade journals, sums up: “The Cruiser 55 presents itself in a discreet form, totally avoiding superficial effects, but nevertheless – or perhaps for this very reason – radiating more class and finesse than any design produced during the last ten to fifteen years.”

Laurenz Schaffer, head of the Munich studio is pleased with this reasoning: “The design of the Cruiser 55 places the emphasis on the highest level of functionality and performance. Our design was aimed at creating a silhouette that reflects a maximum degree of lucidity and clarity. The deck dispenses with all superfluity, all functions are extremely well-organised and oriented towards a sheer sailing experience that takes on a completely new dimension.” Based on the classic features of the existing cruiser line and through the use of elegant, seamlessly smooth surfaces, it was possible to achieve a distinctively modern design. The portholes are seamlessly integrated into the flush deck construction; the hull windows boasting an intentionally horizontally accentuated, narrow design are evenly set into a wide ornamental frame. The high degree of visual order achieved by this suggests calmness, directing the crew’s attention to the core aspect of the yacht – its seaworthiness. And in spite of its subtle simplicity, the Cruiser 55 reveals a completely independent character that sparks the emotions of the beholder. The boat features an effectively raised deck line, a modern hull profile at the stern with a wide deck within the aft cockpit area, a wide transom that stands out through a distinctive surface design and a surprisingly generous seating arrangement. Thanks to these attributes the Cruiser 55 presents itself as the BAVARIA line’s proud flagship that is already filling the order books before series production has even commenced. The Bavaria Cruiser 55 can immediately be ordered in a three, four or five-cabin version.

BMW Group DesignworksUSA – perfection in design beyond the spotlights.
BMW Group DesignworksUSA is a global design consultancy and subsidiary of the BMW Group. The company, which was acquired by the BMW Group in 1995, now operates globally from its locations in Europe, America and Asia. Clients turn to DesignworksUSA for brand communications, strategy, research, design development, engineering, modeling, and colour, materials, and finish. Unique to DesignworksUSA, they have both an automotive and industrial design studio, enabling the transfer of collective knowledge and inspiration from automotive design to product design and vice versa. The studio represents a guiding force for the BMW Group brand design studios (BMW, MINI and Rolls Rolls-Royce Motor Cars) and simultaneously operates as an innovation driver for the most diverse industries from IT to medical, lifestyle or aviation. Since 2004, Verena C. Kloos has overseen the strategy and operations for the Munich, Los Angeles and Singapore design studios. The designs consistently express the individual identity of a brand, so each product devised by BMW Group DesignworksUSA gains its specific uniqueness. Thanks to this approach the design studio stands out significantly from its competitors, convincing big brand names – from Nokia Microsoft and HP, SaecoStarbucks, Acer Embraer, Advanced Medical Optics and Bavaria Yachts to Boeing Business Jets.

http://m1ka.smugmug.com/photos/521863969_JjwzR-O.jpg

http://m1ka.smugmug.com/photos/521864027_EU2yU-O.jpg

http://m1ka.smugmug.com/photos/521863930_UXwHz-O.jpg

Overview of design features of the BAVARIA Cruiser 55:
• Customer: BAVARIA Yachtbau GmbH, Giebelstadt.
• Project: BAVARIA Cruiser 55.
• Design concept: BMW Group DesignworksUSA. Construction: Farr Yacht Design.
• Evolutionary boat development. In the style of classic cruiser design but distinctively modernised, substantially strengthening the boat’s character. Symbiosis of cruiser tradition and modern design.
• New level of design quality and a highly functional orientation.
• Modernity and clarity: High degree of visual order for purposeful and modern clarity, lucidity and simplicity on board.
• Strong individual character through wide deck within the aft cockpit area (widened by 20 cm to ensure optimum amount of space inside), wide transom with characteristic surface design, flush deck construction and two parallel hatch lines.
• Plane, elegant, large and seamlessly smooth surfaces for a distinctively modernised look.
• Flat deck, flushly aligned portholes, narrow hull windows evenly set into an ornamental frame.
• Raised deck line (sheerline) and distinctive modernisation of hull profile at the stern.
• Generous helmstand also designed for uncompromising performance.
• Concisely organised instrument console in helmstand.
• Enhanced seating arrangement and flexible functional gangway (for extension of the seating arrangement and for use as a gangplank).
• Modern twin rudder system.


The BMW Motorrad Days 2009
04/24/2009

Munich/Garmisch-Partenkirchen. From July 3rd – 5th Garmisch-Partenkirchen will once again be transformed into the Mecca of BMW motorcycle fans. During this time, BMW motorcyclists will meet for the ninth time to party in Bavarian style. Over 34,000 visitors found their way to the BMW Motorrad Days last year and numerous riders and friends of all motorcycle brands are once again expected this year.

At the world’s biggest motorcycle meet in Garmisch-Partenkirchen with its picturesque mountain backdrop, visitors can once expect a packed program of entertainment this year.

One of the highlights is without doubt the Team BMW Motorrad Motorsport, which as of this year is entering the World Superbike Championship with the racing version of the S 1000 RR. Motorcycling fans will be able to get up close to the team of Berthold Hauser, Head of BMW Motorrad Motorsport, including the two riders Troy Corser (Australia) and Ruben Xaus (Spain), with autograph and photo sessions. What is more, the serial production version of the S 1000 RR will be presented to the general public for the very first time at the BMW Motorrad Days.

In the Freestyle Area, motorcycling acrobat Chris Pfeiffer will be demonstrating his skills with spectacular stunts. He never ceases to fascinate visitors with his fast trick combinations – a talent which won him the Indoor Streetbike Freestyle World Championship for the third time in succession.

The world's best enduro riders such as Andreas Lettenbichler and Juha Salminen will be roaring around the so-called “x-track”, providing spectacular off-road motorcycling entertainment.

In addition to test rides on current BMW Motorrad models through the beautiful surroundings of Garmisch-Partenkirchen, there will also be a large-scale motorcycle parade on Saturday for all those interested and a classic parade on Sunday, starting and finishing at the Hausberg site.

This year there will once again be women's tours designed especially for female riders, organised by a lady tour guide and on BMW motorcycles - including lowering sets if requested.

Once again, BMW motorcycles will be available at the popular 10,000 square metre enduro park and five experienced instructors will be providing free training sessions here throughout the entire weekend.

By popular request, guests will be given a great time in the party tents by the band “Blechblos’n” on Friday and the formation “Gary and Gerry and their used underwear” on Saturday. Let’s rock – through to the wee small hours: this is the motto once again this year on the “first floor “of the US Lodge. On Friday evening the barn will be rocking with the Austrian party band “Dreirad”, followed by alternative rock from Portugal the next day with “Switha's Band”. Hot sounds from the turntable are promised by DJ Moorat, and Gitty Fisher will inspire country and rock & roll fans on both evenings with her unplugged performances. Solo guitarist Byron will provide classy chill-out sounds at the Fire Ground.

There will be exciting and informative entertainment from motorcycle adventurer Michael Martin, who has been on countless expeditions through all the world’s deserts. As part of his “Travel Surgery” at the US Lodge he will not just be giving insights into his latest project "Planet Desert" but also valuable tips for all those planning a motorcycle trip to remote countries.

The raffle will give fans with the luck of the draw the chance to win a BMW
F 800 R on Friday evening and a BMW F 800 GS on Saturday evening.

Immediately adjacent to the grounds is the campsite with a total surface area of 15,000 square metres, complete with bathroom facilities. And as in previous years, room reservations at hotels of differing categories can be made under
bmw-motorrad@gapa.de.
Documents for downloading:


MINI RETURNS TO ITS ROOTS.
04/24/2009

Tens of Thousands of MINI Enthusiasts to attend MINI UNITED 2009 in Silverstone, U.K., to Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Iconic British Car
Woodcliff Lake, NJ - April 24, 2009... In celebration of the 50th anniversary of MINI, tens of thousands of MINI enthusiasts and their cool cars will descend upon the legendary Silverstone Circuit in the United Kingdom from May 22nd - 24th for MINI UNITED 2009.

http://m1ka.smugmug.com/photos/521888780_kBaku-M.jpg

Located about 80 miles northwest of London and just over 30 miles from MINI’s birthplace in Oxford, the Silverstone Circuit will play host to the third edition of the world’s largest MINI fan event, previously held in Misano, Italy in 2005, and Zandvoort, Netherlands in 2007.

MINI fans, many of whom will be driving their own cars from countries all over the world, can look forward to a weekend full of MINI Coopers on display, motorsport action, entertainment and a special exhibition of key products and milestones of MINI’s storied past.

MINI UNITED 2009 goers will have the opportunity to take to the track in their classic Minis and new MINIs on the legendary Silverstone Circuit, and may join a tour of Oxford Plant for a behind-the-scenes look at MINI production.

The event also will feature live musical performances from some of the most celebrated British artists of the past and present, including Saturday night headliner Peter Weller, rising rock bands Twisted Wheel and Raygun, British music icon Chris Thompson and electronic music sensation Calvin Harris.

Other highlights of the MINI UNITED include:
* Introduction of two new MINI Cooper Anniversary Editions
* Autograph sessions with MINI racing legends Rauno Aaltonen and Mike Cooper
* The third and fourth races of the popular MINI CHALLENGE International Race Series, and opportunities for fans to lap the track with their favorite drivers
* The Mini Seven Racing Club race of 40 classic Mini Cooper race cars
* Go-kart racing, stunt shows, lounges, restaurants and activities for children

“MINI UNITED 2009 promises to be the largest celebration of the world’s favorite small premium car,” said Jim McDowell, Vice President of MINI USA. “This event marking the 50th Anniversary of the MINI will honor the brand’s rich history while looking forward to its bright – and fun – future.”

MINI UNITED will welcome MINI owners and MINI lovers alike. On-line registration is available at MINIUSA.COM.