Japanese motorcycle News brought to you by www.cmsnl.com en-US http://www.cmsnl.com http://www.cmsnl.com http://www.cmsnl.com http://www.cmsnl.com/images/shop/cmslogo.gif http://www.cmsnl.com/news/gedupeerden-oldtimerbijtelling-gezocht_news577.html This message is inteded for a Dutch audience: http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2010-suzuki-rmx450z-off-roader-announced_news574.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/yamaha-wr250x-review_news575.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/yamaha-fz16-review_news576.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/haslam-flies-the-flag-for-honda-and-the-brits-on-home-soil_news573.html Stiggy Racing Honda Leon Haslam flew the flag for Honda and the Brits in the ninth round for the World Superbike championship at his home track at Donington today. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/cbr400rr-parts-books-online_news571.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2010-honda-vfr1200-spy-shot_news572.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2010-kawasaki-kx450f_news569.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/yamaha-released-rossi-replica-yamaha-yzf-r125_news570.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/oprichting-stichting-youngtimeruw-hulp-is-nodig_news568.html This message is intended for Dutch audience: http://www.cmsnl.com/news/strong-race-ends-in-miller-gravel-for-haslam_news567.html The first Superbike race for the seventh round of the championship was red-flagged after just 5 laps into the 21-lap race at the Miller Motorsports Park today. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/oldtimerbijtelling-petitie-aangeboden_news566.html This message is intended for Dutch audience: http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2009-kawasaki-vulcan-voyager-1700_news565.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2010-honda-elite-scooter-debuts_news564.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/california-considers-requiring-motorcycle-smog-checks_news562.html Proponents say every effort will help in the air pollution and climate change fight. Foes say it would be an infringement on bikers' rights. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/tsubaki-riders-news_news563.html Joel Roelants wins the MX2 class at the Flanders MX Trophy in Tongeren http://www.cmsnl.com/news/cms-introduces-parts-for-16-classic-honda-cx650s_news561.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/haslam-turns-stiggy-superbike-squad-from-rookies_news559.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/ondernemers-dupe-nieuwe-oldtimerbijtelling_news560.html This message is intended for Dutch audience: http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-selling-parts-maker_news557.html Honda Motor Co. is in the "final stages" of negotiations to sell FuelMaker Corp., a manufacturer of compressed natural gas fuel pumps for vehicles, Honda said in a statement Wednesday. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-takes-a-walk-walking-assist-devices_news558.html At Honda, mobility doesn’t just come on wheels. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/leon-haslam-best-honda-in-valencia-race-at-world-superbike_news556.html Tsubaki rider Leon Haslam from team Stiggy Racing continued his strong performance today as he managed to take a top 5 result home in both Superbike races at the Ricardo Tormo circuit in Valencia. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-re-released-their-first-machine-to-enter-the-iom-races-in-1959_news555.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-launch-new-clothing-range_news554.html Honda Australia have launched their brand new 'Team Honda' range of merchandise - an understated, stylish and sophisticated line of official Honda racewear. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/sturgis-racing-go-kart-results_news553.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/suzuki-motorcycles-to-ramp-up-production_news552.html Chennai: Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt Ltd (SMIPL), a subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation, will increase its production capacity to 4,00,000 units per annum in the next two to three years, as against 1,75,000 units per annum now. The company will focus on launching bikes in the premium segment in the country, in order to cash in on demand and increase its sales, said Anand Thakur, zonal head (South and West), SMIPL. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/yamaha-world-superbike-team-unveils-its-2009-colours_news550.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/lazer-superskin-motorcycle-helmet-technology_news551.html New Technology Proven to Reduce Motorcycle Helmet Rotational Acceleration by More Than 50% During a Motorcycle Accident http://www.cmsnl.com/news/overall-motorcycle-sales-are-down-but-scooters-are-booming_news548.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/yamaha-motor-may-post-operating-loss-as-motorcycle-demand-drops_news549.html Yamaha Motor Co., the world's second- largest motorcycle maker, may post an operating loss this fiscal year as demand for its vehicles drops. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-2009-motorcycle-racing-plans_news545.html TOKYO, Japan - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. has announced its motorcycle racing plans for 2009, as outlined below. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2009-will-be-the-final-year-for-the-honda-s2000_news546.html Since its introduction in 1999, the S2000 has always been an impressive little sports car. What other car can you buy for under $40k that gives the driver the thrill of an F1 car by revving all the way to 8900 rpm? Today, Honda announced that it's the end of the road for the little roadster and it plans to end its production after the 2009 model year. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/yamaha-says-it-is-to-recall-53-814-bikes_news547.html TOKYO - Japan's Yamaha Motor Co. said Tuesday it will recall 53,814 motorcycles to replace a defect in rear-wheel shock absorbers that caused slight injuries to one rider. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/monkey-divers-ride-in-style_news543.html CMS has put a limited Edition Helmet on the market, especially for the Honda Monkey. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-s50-and-s65-parts-now-available_news544.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2009-yamaha-yzf-r1-first-ride_news542.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/minibike-dakar-news-update_news541.html Following our earlier report on the Dakar on a minibike article, we are happy to announce more exiting news from the Marron Racing team. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-working-on-electric-cycle_news538.html Honda Motor Co., Ltd. says it is currently developing a battery-powered electric motorcycle. The OEM says it plans to introduce the electric cycle to the market about two years from now. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2009-kawasaki-kx250f-first-test_news539.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/suzuki-rolls-out-performance-motorcycles-in-india_news540.html India and the surrounding markets have been a wealth of sales for motorcycle manufacturers, but historically the bulk of those numbers were for inexpensive and economical smaller-sized engine bikes. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/spectacular-cr750-racer-now-available_news537.html Over Racing has build probably the most competent and complete Honda CR750 Race machine... ever! http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2009-yamaha-v-max-impression_news536.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2009-yamaha-xj6-introduction_news535.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/classic-motorcycle-events_news533.html If you are like most riders waiting for the winter cold to pass and you are waiting to get your motorcycle out of the shed, you might be pleased to hear about the upcoming motorcycle events in spring and summer of 2009. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/dakar-on-a-minibike_news534.html Dakar on a mini bike; it can be done! That is what minibike pioneers from Marron Racing will set out to prove. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2009-suzuki-ltz-400-sport-atv-review_news532.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/cms-bike-features-at-supercub-50th-anniversary_news531.html Aoyama, Japan - As the Super CUB celebrates its 50th birthday, more than 60 million Cub series motorcycles have been sold. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/jim-redman-leads-all-star-classic-entry-at-the-thundersprint_news530.html Six times World Champion Jim Redman leads a fantastic classic entry at next year's Thundersprint which will be held over the weekend of May 9/10 in Northwich, Cheshire, town centre. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/unexpected-rise-in-hondas-profit_news527.html Honda Motor has reported an unexpected rise in three-month profits but it still predicting falling profits for the whole of the year. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-cbr1000rr-fireblade-voted-britains-favourite-motorcycle_news528.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/the-2009-kawasaki-er-6f_news529.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/photoreport-amigo-trotter-by-night_news526.html Here is a photo impression of a recently held Belgian "Amigo Trotter By Night Tour", which featured 13 mopeds, 14 riders, 2 cars and 4 supporters (of which 2 Dutch). http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-demonstrates-life-saving-motorcycle-technology_news525.html See the movie http://www.cmsnl.com/news/intermot-2008-photos_news524.html For those who weren't able to visit the 2008 Intermot: here is a photo impression. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-to-offer-hybrid-motorcycles-from-2011_news523.html Honda Motor Co. will start selling hybrid motorcycles as early as the mid-2010s, and with smaller electric motorcycles coming out as early as 2011, the automaker has announced. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-introduces-09-models-including-abs_news522.html Torrance, CA: American Honda's Powersports Division announced today its third release of 2009 motorcycle products. This announcement follows the earlier releases of Honda's 2009 off-road motorcycles, ATVs, MUV and Ruckus and Metropolitan scooters. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/four-cylinder-honda-monkey_news521.html The southern German Dieter Hartmann Wirthwein created a special monkey: 125Four he calls his Monkey-conversion with a four-cylinder engine. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/kawasaki-to-build-japans-fastest-train_news520.html Plans announced by Kawasaki Heavy Industries could see a new record set for high-speed trains in Japan. The design for the rail vehicle dubbed the "Environmentally Friendly Super Express Train" (efSET) is expected to be completed by the end of 2009 and its promised operating speed has been pitched around the 217mph (350 kmh) mark, quicker than the fastest trains currently operating on the country's high-speed Shinkansen network which clock around 188mph (300kmh). http://www.cmsnl.com/news/news-flash-more-new-products_news518.html Here is an overview of newly available OEM mufflers and exhausts. OEM means Original Equipment Manufacturer and guarantees a perfect fit! http://www.cmsnl.com/news/thundersprint-speed-trials-report_news519.html The Golden Age of Motorcycle Racing Returns to Darley Moor. The historic Darley Moor circuit echoed to the thunder of classic racing motorcycles on Sunday 14 September with the first ever Thundersprint Speed Trials. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/sl70-xl70-exhausts_news517.html Here is a treat for you: new OEM SL70 and XL70 Muffler Exhausts available. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/yamaha-fz16-in-india_news516.html Yamaha is all set to become the leader in bike segment in India. It has created a special website for its latest creation - Yamaha FZ16. It has decided to rechristen its FZ15 prior its launch and renamed it as Yamaha FZ16. It shall launch its new bike in the competitive 150cc segment. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/first-place-for-sturgis-lammes-in-micromax_news515.html At the third Micromax Dutch Championship, rider Sturgis Lammes has set an excellent performance. At the event held in Genk (Belgium) the Dutch rider, sponsored by CMS, managed to win two heats, obtained one second place and received Gold for the overall day result. We congratulate Lammes on his excellent achievements! http://www.cmsnl.com/news/ss50zk3-ride-in-color_news513.html With it's distinctive sound and staggering appearances, the SS50ZK3 has been very popular amongst the youth for many decades. The spectacular color settings made this 50 CC sports moped, into a phenomenon that could not be ignored! http://www.cmsnl.com/news/fuel-prices-affect-automobile-industry_news512.html As gas prices soared to $4 a gallon last month, many people search for ways to save on fuel costs including purchasing different types of vehicles. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/1980-honda-lineup-poster_news510.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-fcx-clarity-fuel-cell-vehicle-lease-program-begins-with-first-customer-delivery_news511.html Zero-emissions vehicle now on the roads of Southern California http://www.cmsnl.com/news/cross-country-scramblers_news509.html The Honda CB350 Scrambler is a lightweight motorcycle equipped with rugged tires and suspension; an off-road motorcycle designed for riding cross country or over unpaved ground. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/finally-parts-for-1982-cbx1000c_news508.html A big relieve for 1982 CBX1000C owners that seek replacement parts. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/pimp-your-dax-to-the-max_news507.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/cool-classic-cb125ts-added_news506.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/cb750-small-decal-kit_news505.html Bag yourself a bargain, especially if your have just had your frame stove enameled or powder coated, and you are about to start reassembling. These stickers are perfect and accurate copies of the original Honda items, and represent excellent value as for this price your receive a complete set as illustrated in the image. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/hondas-eighties-toy-motocompo-repairable-again_news504.html The Honda Motocompo was sold in 1981-1983 as a "Trunk Bike" to fit inside the Honda City subcompact car. This one cylinder 'toy' folded nicely into a box shaped package. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/kawa-2009-star-vmax-presented_news501.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/keep-track-of-new-cms-products_news502.html The website now contains an new feature that enables users to keep track of new products. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/dutch-team-dakar-report-checkup-day_news503.html Here is a report from Dutch Team Dakar. Note that the text is in Dutch. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/worlds-first-electronically-controlled-combined-abs-for-super-sport-bikes_news500.html TOKYO - Honda has announced the world’s first electronically-controlled 'Combined ABS' for Super Sport motorcycles, aimed at combining ABS and CBS systems into one system that applies the basic advantages of both, while specifically addressing the requirements of a Super Sport context. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/new-parts-for-honda-cx500c_news499.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/customize-your-shadow-with-stunning-new-accessories_news498.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/howto-prevent-breaking-us-motorcycle-law-by-accident_news497.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/reliving-the-60ties-with-hondas-classic-racecar_news496.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-cb900f-windscreen_news493.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/highlighted-honda-cb200-a-classic-commuter_news494.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/record-breaking-times-at-thundersprint-2008_news495.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-sells-its-60-000-000th-super-cub_news492.html The venerable Honda Super Cub motorcycle is the best-selling vehicle in the history of internal combustion, and there are now more than 60 million of them on the road. That's an amazing figure that speaks to the strength of a 49 cc motorcycle Soichiro Honda designed 50 years ago, helping spur Japan's eventual rise to dominance in the motorcycle industry. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/new-white-gsx-r1000-introduced-by-suzuki_news491.html Suzuki GB PLC has announced a new limited colour option for the GSX-R1000 K8, now offering customers three colour varieties on the best selling sports bike of 2007. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/c100-astrea-partslist-added_news488.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/just-in-honda-benly-emblem-sets_news489.html New reproduction Benly Emblem sets have arrived! http://www.cmsnl.com/news/new-fuel-prices-comparison_news490.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/just-added-mb50z-mb-5-1979_news487.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/attention-mb50-owners_news486.html As of 7 May 2008, partslist of 10 unique trims of the nostalgic Honda MB50 have been made publicly available. From this moment on, owners of these eighties models can now easily find repair parts from a reliable source. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/22-resources-for-cb250rs-owners_news484.html Especially for the CB250 RS owners, CMS has added a new resources for this fantastic bike. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/just-in-cb750-oem-exhaust-kit_news485.html CB750 K7 and K8 owners have waited for it... And now it's finally there: http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-to-show-off-experimental-walking-assist-device_news482.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/classics-onk-assen-report_news483.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/motorcycle-hall-presents-celebrity-wing_news480.html Alt Text The Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum will be opening a new exhibit featuring celebrity motorcyclists. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/suzuki-celebrates-25-years-of-quads_news481.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-says-to-build-half-billion-dollar-plant-in-japan_news479.html TOKYO (AFP) — Japan's second-ranked automaker Honda Motor Co. said Tuesday it will invest nearly half a billion dollars to build a domestic factory to step up production of mini-vehicles. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/kawasaki-day-re-lives-on-zolder-racetrack_news478.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2008-suzuki-gsx-r600-first-ride_news477.html