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Video: Motovan launches new e-commerce website

Greg MacPherson — Wed, 13 May 2020 23:44:16 +0000

Motovan has launched an all-new e-commerce site, featuring more than 40,000 items. Accessible 24/7, the site also has information on current promotions and product info.

FIRST RIDE: 2017 HONDA REBEL 300 AND REBEL 500 (with photos!)

Graeme Jones — Wed, 05 Apr 2017 01:06:22 +0000

For the international launch of its fresh, youthful 2017 Rebel 300 and 500 models, Honda chose the oceanfront neighbourhood of Venice Beach, California. The vibrant location, what with its trendy restaurants, cafés and free-spirited community, served as the perfect backdrop for the exciting new Rebel series.

Trevitt’s Blog: Cornering ABS and using the rear brake

Andrew Trevitt — Thu, 12 Jan 2017 00:53:37 +0000

One rider aid that is available on an increasing number of new motorcycles is cornering ABS, sometimes incorporated into a stability control package. In its basic form, a cornering ABS function takes into account the motorcycle’s lean angle to adjust brake pressure, increasing the ABS effectiveness beyond a simple straight-line stop. However, as I outlined […]

Trevitt’s Blog: Electromagnetic Valve Control (video)

Graeme Jones — Mon, 31 Oct 2016 21:47:28 +0000

While variable valve timing has been a hot topic over the last few weeks with the introduction of the updated GSX-R1000 featuring Suzuki's innovative mechanical VVT system, many companies are working toward the next step in this area: eliminating camshafts completely and controlling the valves directly using electromagnetic actuators. There are many stumbling blocks to electromagnetic valve actuation (EVA), but a research group in the Control and Automation Laboratory of the University of British Columbia has created a new type of actuator that may make EVA a very realistic option in the not-too-distant future.

New issue of Inside Motorcycles ON SALE NOW!

IM Admin — Mon, 13 Jun 2016 21:56:36 +0000

The July/August 2016 issue of Inside Motorcycles is making its way into mailboxes and onto newsstands across the country!

Dan Kruger’s International Race Blog – Endurance Racing: Giving Up is Not an Option

Graeme Jones — Tue, 02 Feb 2016 22:19:26 +0000

When it comes to endurance racing, you never know what you will have to deal with until the checkered flag is out. I have seen pretty much everything, and what I haven’t seen for myself I have heard about from friends or other teams. You can nearly destroy your superbike, rebuild it, and finish in the top five in a 24-hour endurance race. The secret to success? NEVER GIVE UP!

Touring Essentials Blog: Winter Reading

IM Admin — Fri, 22 Jan 2016 21:13:34 +0000

What’s on your bookshelf? It’s cold and miserable outside. Your bike has been parked for two months already, and many more months will go by before you are riding again. How do you pass the time? Pick up a good book. Since you ride, that tells me you are a bit adventurous, which also tells […]

Latest issue ON SALE NOW! Special adventure insert, KTM 1290 SA, MV Agusta Brutale Dragster and more!

Graeme Jones — Fri, 23 Oct 2015 21:50:59 +0000

The November issue of Inside Motorcycles, featuring our 2nd annual Inside Adventure special 32-page insert, hit mailboxes this week and is currently available at newsstands across Canada and online! What’s in the latest issue, you ask? – 32-page Inside Adventure special insert, with: – reviews of the all-new KTM 1290 Super Adventure and the […]

First Ride: MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800 Lusso

Colin Fraser — Tue, 13 Oct 2015 06:47:11 +0000

MV Agusta has an enviable reputation for building bikes that are true to the company’s hardcore, pure sport bike roots.

Trevitt’s blog: In the Draft

IM Admin — Fri, 21 Aug 2015 23:17:29 +0000

Thanks to the popularity of NASCAR, most people are familiar with drafting and how it works. Obviously it plays a big part in stock car racing, but it's also important in motorcycle racing - especially at tracks with long, fast straights.

Honda launches Youtube channel for powersports division

Graeme Jones — Fri, 26 Jun 2015 23:15:08 +0000

@HondaCA • @HondaPowerCA • Honda Canada is pleased to announce the launch of a Powersports YouTube channel. The new channel is designed to attract, engage and educate viewers on the brand’s impressive new lineup ranging from entry-level sport bikes to off-road motorcycles to ATVs. These short, informative clips showcase Honda’s most popular models, complete with […]

Current issue ON SALE NOW! Jan. 2015 (Vol. 17, Issue 09)

Graeme Jones — Sat, 20 Dec 2014 02:17:12 +0000

Just in time for your holiday break, the January 2015 issue of Inside Motorcycles is currently arriving in mailboxes, on newsstands and online!

As our cover indicates, the lead story in our January issue (Vol. 17, Issue 09) is about all of the hottest new bikes being introduced for the 2015 model year. We took all of the new 2015 models and listed our top picks in eight different categories. Which are our faves? Pick up the latest issue to find out!