The above video is of the 2010 MV Agusta F4, which features a 998 cc, 186-horsepower, inline-four engine. It is 22 pounds lighter than the previous F4, thanks to a large number of small changes throughout the bike.  It features adjustable TC MK II traction control and an all-near gearbox with a slipper clutch. The MSRP has yet to be announced.

Watch the video above, and check out MV Agusta’s site for more details on the new F4. Specs are below.

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Last week, it was announced that Harley-Davidson would axe the Buell motorcycle brand in an effort to focus more resources on the Harley-Davidson brand.

Today, Top Speed reports that Buell may get a second chance, as a group of officials put together by the Walworth County Economic Development Alliance may meet with founder Erik Buell to discuss the future of the brand.

According to the report, they would continue building Buell motorcycles at the East Troy, Wisconsin plant.

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Today, Honda announced the release of the 2010 VFR1200F motorcycle, which, in their words, “establishes a whole new definition of performance motorcycling.”

It’s powered by a 1237-cubic centimeter V-4, and has an optional dual-clutch automatic transmission with paddle shifters. We don’t have all the other specs, but feel free to glean what you can from the press release below.

And, hey, it looks mean (gallery above).

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Aprilia has just announced its new RSV4 R sport bike, a truly impressive machine that draws heavily from the World Superbike Champion  RSV4 SBK.

The compact superbike packs a major punch with a 180 horsepower, 999cc V-4 engine at its heart, an all aluminum frame for superstructure, and rides on aluminum wheels.  The VR4 R also offers the flexibility of a completely adjustable suspension setup, as well as powerful Brembo brakes with monobloc calipers. In all, Aprilia’s boast of the bike being a racing bike for the road seems well founded.

Have a better look at the RSV4 R in our gallery above, or read Apilia’s press release below.

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We Americans might dig our Harleys, but we can’t really hold a candle to much of the rest of the world when it comes to overall motorcycle and moped ownership. According to this curvy representative map by the SASI group, the Asian regions reign supreme for masses of motorcycles, with Malaysia racking up a substantial 238 mopeds and motorcycles owned per 1000 members of the population. Ethiopia ranked in worst place, meanwhile, with less than half a bike per thousand.

Take a closer look at the full data in the second slide of our gallery above.

+ WorldMapper: Mopeds and Motorcycles (via Hell for Leather)
 

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Small English motorcycle builder Mac Motorcycles has spent the last year or so getting the word out about its stylishly retro lineup of small power sport bikes. The four café models offered stripped looks, based in part on the elegant air-cooled Buel single-cylinder that they all rocked.

While the Mac silhouette isn’t set to change anytime soon, the powerplant is. Harley-Davidson recently announced that large-scale production of the Buel Blast, along with its 492cc, 34 brake horsepower engine, would be coming to an end. Now Mac will be forced to scramble for a new mill, and it seems as if Yamaha’s liquid-cooled 660cc unit may be the winner. Perhaps not as pure looking as the air-cooled Harley motor, the Yamaha 660 would nonetheless provide a decent boost in power—up to 48 horsepower.

Have a closer look at the Mac line in our gallery above.

+ Hell for Leather: Mac Motorcycles considers switch to Yamaha power

Some seemingly internally leaked images from Suzuki would appear to show the company’s upcoming baby GSX-R, the GSX-R125, long before the bike’s official debut.

The mini Gixer does a great job of aping the styling of it’s hardcore older brothers, with a frame that appears to be extruded aluminum (it’s probably steel, we’re told) just like the big boys.

Not big is the 125cc water-cooled, 15 brake horsepower engine that is powering the thing, nor the guestimated 275 pound dry curb weight, nor the anemic rear tire. Probably just don’t need a lot of rubber to keep that power down.

+ Hell For Leather: Suzuki GSX-R125 official shot leaks

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World and European motorcycle stunt-riding champion Chris Pfeiffer has been honored by BMW today, as the Motorrad arm of the German manufacturer has announced an eponymous tribute to the rider—the F800R Chris Pfeiffer.

Pfeiffer has been exploiting the F800R’s nimbleness and ease of handling since BMW launched the bike in 2008, riding a competition version that differs only slightly from the new special edition bike that bears his name.

The Pfeiffer F880R is mostly an appearance package for the bike—save a new muffler from Akrapovic—including the rider’s signature on the gas tank, BMW Motorsport’s signature livery of white, blue, and red, no cockpit fairing, and LED indicators.

BMW notes that the new F800R will be launched in September of this year, but does not go so far as to indicate which world markets will receive the model.

Browse our gallery of images above for a better look at the F800R Chris Pfeiffer, or scroll down for the complete press release.
 

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Motorcycle helmet and gear purveyor Icon has just added to its collection of strangely cool modded rides—this time with a seriously re-imagined Yamaha TT500 called Speed Cretin. While peeping the lollipop green supermoto via the cooler-than-thou cycle space Hell For Leather, we stumbled upon the rest of the Icon signature bikes. A lucky find, as Icon’s JDM/hip-hop/punk style of customization is a refreshing change from the usual flamed out Harleys.

Have a closer look at the Bikes of Icon in our gallery above, or click through the link below to read each ride’s full history at the Icon space.

+ RideIcon.com: Bikes of Icon

Ahead of an upcoming feature on Allen Millyard’s latest two-wheeled creation, British motorcycle magazine, MCN, has the a video of the Millyard Viper.

The Millyard Viper is so named because it is powered by a 500-horsepower V-10 Dodge Viper engine. It looks difficult to ride, too, if you ask us. Watch the video here, and let us know what you think of the bike. How does it stack up against the Dodge Tomahawk?

Follow the link below for more info on the upcoming article from MCN, or to watch the video at its source.

+ MCN: Video: 500bhp Millyard Viper V10

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Star Motorcycles has announced that its new 2010 VMAX will be on sale beginning today through a priority delivery order program, which allows customers to order their bike today and have it delivered to them in November.

The new VMAX, sold through Yamaha dealers, comes with a five-speed, multi-plate slipper clutch transmission, and a 1679cc V-4 engine. The bike also has a Yamaha Chip Controlled Intake (YCC-I) which switches at once between 150mm and 54mm intake funnels, a Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle (YCC-T), and a fly-by-wire system that helps increase acceleration and create a broader powerband for better performance. The chassis of the new VMAX is a lightweight aluminum frame, fully adjustable forks, Brembo designed brake master cylinders, and wave-type brake rotors.

The 2010 VMAX is limited production and costs $19,500. Owners who purchase their bike through the priority delivery program will receive a two-year warranty.

For more details on the 2010 Star VMAX click on the links below.

+ Ultimate Motorcycling: 2010 Star VMAX

+ Star Motorcycles: 2010 Star VMAX

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Harley-Davidson announced its 2010 model line-up this week and it includes nine new motorcycle models. Harley-Davidson’s new models are based on six platforms and have been designed to offer more power, luxury, style, and value.

The Electra Glide Ultra Limited is Harley-Davidson’s newest addition to its touring motorcycle line. The bike comes with a Twin Cam 103 engine and has as standard equipment the extra accessories of previous models.

The new Road-Glide Custom model comes with a slammed suspension, 18-inch front wheel and a new 2-into-1 exhaust system. Priced at $14,499 the Wide-Glide comes as a Dyna model and has been upgraded to the old-school chopper style, with black laced wheels, a chopped rear fender, black "wire" sissy bar, and a 2-1-2 Tommy Gun exhaust, while the Street-Glide Trike is the newest addition to the 2010 Trike models.

To find out more about the new 2010 Harley-Davidson line-up, scroll down and read the press release.

Harley-Davidson has released its 2010 line-up and the Harley-Davidson CVO Softail Convertible is at the top of the list. The Softail Convertible can be used as a touring motorcycle with a comfortable passenger seat and padded backrest but can be easily stripped down to reveal an aggressive solo-saddle cruiser with a 1803cc engine. Based on the Harley-Davidson Softail platform, the CVO Softail Convertible features a rear suspension design with a comfortable chassis, a fuel-injected twin cam 110B V-Twin engine, six speed Cruise Drive transmission, and 18-inch chrome aluminum Stinger wheels.

The smoked windshield, leather covered saddlebags, backrests, and pillion seat are all easily detachable making the bike lighter and a solo-saddle cruiser. It has been speculated that the CVO Softail Convertible will be priced at $27,999; however, nothing has been officially announced yet.

To find out more about the 2010 Harley-Davidson CVO Softail Convertible click on the link below.

+ Ultimate Motorcycling: 2010 Harley-Davidson CVO Softail Convertible Preview

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If you like hurtling down a narrow, crowded, curvy road at 45 miles an hour in what looks a lot like a squashed muffin on wheels then this is the race for you.

The Rickshaw Challenge is open for registration! This three-wheeled, two-stroke eyesore is often used in place of taxis in India and participants are invited to race them across the Deccan Plateau. The Rickshaw Challenge is spread out over a span of six months, starting in August and ending in April. There are several different races that participants can take part in, the longest one being a circular route, of 1406 miles, around South India over a span of eleven days. The competition is expensive, the cheapest race costing $2143 plus an optional deposit of $1500 to protect your auto. However, all the money goes towards a good cause; to raise awareness and funds to increase education in India. You can customize and pimp your rickshaw in time for your race, at an additional cost of course.

Participating in the race will give you a chance to drive one of the looniest vehicles known to man and will also allow you to see what India really is like. Let us know if you plan to register for the challenge and don’t forget your camera!

Click on the link below to find out more about the Rickshaw Challenge and to register for it.

+ Rickshaw Challenge

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We may have made a paper mache sculpture or two while we were in school but artist Steve McKinley has taken the medium to the next level.
 
The idea behind most of McKinley’s sculptures, that range from small tabletop pieces, to some of the life size motorcycle pieces seen here, is to depict a lot of everyday ideas with a touch of humor and wit. They do however, carry a fairly steep price—some reaching as high as $3500.
 
Scroll through our gallery to see the sculptures that McKinley has made. Let us know what you think of these strange creations, and definitely let us know if you buy one!

To contact the artist click on the link below.

+ Steve McKinley Design

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Victory unveiled the 2010 Cross Roads and the Cross Country yesterday at the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles. The design of the bikes has been taken from the CORE concept bike, which was displayed at the New York International Motorcycle Show.
 
Both the new bikes come with 106/6 V-Twin engines. The 106 cubic-inch (1,731cc), SOHC, four-valve, fuel-injected twin claims 92 horsepower and 109 pound-feet of torque. The handlebars on both bikes are adjustable and can be rotated to give the rider a more comfortable drive. The bikes come with 5.8 gallon fuel capacity. The New American Motorcycle Company hinted at the price of the bikes and said that the Cross Roads might be sold at $15,000 and the Cross Country at $17,000 onwards, however, these prices are not official.

 
For more information on the 2010 Victory Cross Roads and Cross Country click on the link below.

+ Motorcycle News: 2010 Victory Cross Roads and Cross Country

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François Knorreck has just finished building this sleek new sidecar, no pun intended, in his garage. A project that took 10 years (10,000 hours) and 15,000 Euros ($21,321) to complete is quite an astounding feat. Knorreck modified a 1000cc Laverda 3CL into a racing bike and then went on to build the sidecar.

Knorreck used bits and pieces from several different cars to create the Snaefell Sidecar. The chassis is handmade with aluminum; the hubs and brakes come from a VW Golf GTI, the wheels are from an Audi 80, the tail lights from a Citroën Xantia, and the headlights from a Kawasaki 1000 RX bike. The bodywork is done with carbon fiber and polyester and all handmade. Even the interiors of the sidecar are handmade. The Snaefell Sidecar has a logo with Knorreck’s Initials. Look through the gallery to see Knorreck’s handiwork and tell us what you think.

For more details how the Snaefell Project click on the link below.
+ Breganzane: Blog: Snaefell Project

Buell Motorcycle Company has introduced its 1125RR race-use only motorcycle for 2010.

The 1125RR is intended to compete in the AMA Pro Racing American Superbike Class. The bike comes with a modified Helicon 1125cc liquid-cooled 72-degree V-Twin engine. To increase power there is a larger airbox and intake manifold, revised valves and camshafts, a higher compression ratio, and titanium exhaust system. The chassis has a billet axle adjustment system.

Buell states that it will produce a limited number of 1125RR motorcycles and that orders should be placed through the Buell Race Department. The bike is priced at $39,995 and will only be sold to licensed professional road racers who will compete in the AMA Pro Racing American Superbike class.

To read the specifications for the Buell 1125RR scroll down for the press release.

BMW Motorrad USA announced the price of its 2010 S1000 RR today.

This 1000cc bike puts out 193 horsepower, weighs only 404 pounds and comes with 4-stage Race ABS system with settings for rain, race, sport and slick conditions. The base price for the bike is $13,800 and comes with several factory-fit options.

Race ABS and Dynamic Traction Control combined can be added to your S1000 RR for $1480. The Race ABS without Dynamic Traction Control is priced at $1000. The Race ABS and Dynamic Traction Control combined is new technology where the multi-stage Dynamic Traction Control allows smooth acceleration on wet roads and can change settings depending on the road and on riding conditions. Another option is the Gear Shift Assistant that allows clutchless upshifts during acceleration. This is priced at $450. An Anti Theft Alarm is tagged at $395 and the Motorsports Paint Scheme is at $750.

The new BMW S1000 RR is $1000-odd more expensive than the 2009 Yamaha R1 and the 2009 Honda CBR1000RR at its base price. After adding in the ABS and Dynamic Traction Control and the Gear Shift Assistant, the BMW S1000 RR is expected to be at least $3000 more than its Yamaha and Honda competitors. Write in and tell us if you think the BMW S1000 RR would be worth that little bit more.

Scroll down to read the whole BMW 2010 S1000 RR Press Release.

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Brammo has started production of its electric motorcycle, Enertia, and the bikes are going to be sold at select Best Buy stores in the Northwest, by the end of this month.
 
The Brammo is a plug-in, capable of 53 miles per hour with a range of 45 miles. The Enertia has 18 horsepower and peaks at 3600 rpm. According to the Brammo website, the Enertia was designed keeping in mind and enhancing the pleasures of riding and by reducing elements that are daunting to a rider.
 
The bike seems ideal for short day-to-day commutes and city driving. This single-seater comes in several colors and is steeply priced at $11,995. To make amends for the exaggerated price, at zero-emissions it will be cheap to run and easy to ride in crowded areas.

For more details and to order your new Enertia, click on the link below.

+ Brammo: Brammo Enertia Powercycle