news from CMS en http://www.cmsnl.com http://www.cmsnl.com http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-to-participate-in-the-fia-formula-one-world-championship_news1751.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-to-participate-in-the-fia-formula-one-world-championship_news1751.html OKYO, Japan, May 16, 2013 - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today announced its decision to participate in the FIA*1 Formula One (F1) World Championship from the 2015 season under a joint project with McLaren, the UK-based F1 corporation. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/high-school-kid-builds-700-hp-electric-honda-s2000_news1741.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/high-school-kid-builds-700-hp-electric-honda-s2000_news1741.html While most of us were worried about cliques, clothes, and kisses in our teens, this high school kid is building his own electric S2000. And he's doing it like an engineer. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/ama-vintage-motorcycle-days-july-19-21_news1731.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/ama-vintage-motorcycle-days-july-19-21_news1731.html PICKERINGTON, Ohio - Time is running out for American Motorcyclist Association members to buy discounted tickets to AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days, the country's premier vintage motorcycling bash, set for July 19-21 at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/hondas-cheapest-bike-hits-roads_news1671.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/hondas-cheapest-bike-hits-roads_news1671.html Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) on Wednesday launched its "most affordable" motorcycle Dream Neo, with an aim to increase share in the Indian commuter segment, priced at Rs.43,150. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/valentino-rossi-blames-brake-issue-for-poor-race-at-autin-motogp_news1681.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/valentino-rossi-blames-brake-issue-for-poor-race-at-autin-motogp_news1681.html Valentino Rossi said a brake issue compounded what was already a difficult MotoGP weekend for himself and Yamaha at Austin. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/the-28th-annual-classic-and-vintage-swap-meet-and-show-n-shine_news1651.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/the-28th-annual-classic-and-vintage-swap-meet-and-show-n-shine_news1651.html Now in its 28th year, the Classic & Vintage Motorcycle Swap Meet and Show 'N Shine is the biggest event of its kind in Western Canada and the Pacific Northwest. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-cx-500-turbo-a-series-production-prototype_news1621.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-cx-500-turbo-a-series-production-prototype_news1621.html The Honda CX 500 Turbo should have been the spearhead for a new generation of motorcycle. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/motogps-brits-are-expecting-podiums-in-americas-gp-race_news1631.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/motogps-brits-are-expecting-podiums-in-americas-gp-race_news1631.html After impressive starts to their respective seasons British riders Cal Crutchlow and Scott Redding chase podium finishes in the very first MotoGP race in Texas, the Red Bull Grand Prix of the Americas on Sunday. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/consumer-reports-more-reliable-motorcycles_news1501.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/consumer-reports-more-reliable-motorcycles_news1501.html CONSUMER REPORTS - Motorcycles offer an exhilarating riding experience and can deliver impressive fuel savings. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-motorcyclescooter-india-overtakes-bajaj-as-2nd-largest-domestic-two-wheeler-maker_news1511.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-motorcyclescooter-india-overtakes-bajaj-as-2nd-largest-domestic-two-wheeler-maker_news1511.html NEW DELHI: Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India has become the second largest two-wheeler maker in the country by volumes overtaking homegrown rival Bajaj Auto in the fiscal ended March 31, 2012. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/yamaha-to-make-500-usd-motorbike-in-india_news1521.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/yamaha-to-make-500-usd-motorbike-in-india_news1521.html JAPAN'S Yamaha said it was developing "the world's cheapest motorcycle" in India priced at $US500 ($478), which it plans to export. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/the-2013-manchester-bike-show-is-almost-here_news1391.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/the-2013-manchester-bike-show-is-almost-here_news1391.html This year is set to be bigger and better than ever at Event City 23rd & 24th Of March http://www.cmsnl.com/news/trials-champion-steve-colley-will-kick-start-big-bike-bonanza_news1361.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/trials-champion-steve-colley-will-kick-start-big-bike-bonanza_news1361.html International trials champion Steve Colley will perform breathtaking feats of skill and control when he hops, skips and jumps his motorcycle around the arena at a brand new bike show. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-reveals-newaffordable-ctx700-motorcycle-with-auto-transmissionabs_news1311.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-reveals-newaffordable-ctx700-motorcycle-with-auto-transmissionabs_news1311.html Honda has unveiled an all-new motorcycle line for 2014, the midsized CTX series. These new 670-cc models split conventional classifications to offer an automatic transmission and antilock brakes in an affordable bike that is well-suited to newer riders and those seeking a motorcycle with the latest features for a budget price. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/yamaha-reveals-plans-to-use-aimexpo-to-display-2014-line-up_news1321.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/yamaha-reveals-plans-to-use-aimexpo-to-display-2014-line-up_news1321.html The American International Motorcycle Expo ( AIMExpo ), in conjunction with Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA, announced today that the iconic brand will use the groundbreaking showcase as a platform to display its 2014 products in the marketplace and interact with dealers and consumers. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-6-to-be-revved-indoors-at-london-motorcycle-show_news1271.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-6-to-be-revved-indoors-at-london-motorcycle-show_news1271.html The MCN London Motorcycle Show has revealed that the Honda RC174 - a six cylinder monster of a bike, will be on display at the event. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/new-honda-models-on-show-at-mcn-london-motorcycle-show_news1281.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/new-honda-models-on-show-at-mcn-london-motorcycle-show_news1281.html Several new-for-2013 Honda models will be on show at the MCN London Motorcycle Show (15-17 February) at London's ExCel Arena, alongside updated and current popular models. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/ycrt-prepares-for-final-isle-of-man-classic-tt_news1291.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/ycrt-prepares-for-final-isle-of-man-classic-tt_news1291.html Yamaha Classic Racing Team (YCRT) founder Ferry Brouwer has announced that after nearly a decade of activity, 2013 will be the final season for the unique team of legendary racing bikes and riders from Yamaha's golden era. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/infographic-the-evolution-of-motorcycle-fashion_news1301.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/infographic-the-evolution-of-motorcycle-fashion_news1301.html Bennetts, the UK’s No.1 Bike Insurance Specialist, has conducted research into the changing face of motorcycle fashion since the very first motorbikes started to become popular in the late 19th century. The resulting infographic provides a fascinating insight into the motorcycle not just as an ever-evolving vehicle but also as a piece of British history. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-australia-to-introduce-the-new-ctx-series-in-mid-2013_news1261.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-australia-to-introduce-the-new-ctx-series-in-mid-2013_news1261.html To add to the already exciting line-up planned for 2013, Honda has announced the introduction of the brand-new 2014 CTX series that will commence with four new models that will be available in Australia in mid 2013. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/the-yamaha-classic-racing-team-prepares-for-its-final-season_news1251.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/the-yamaha-classic-racing-team-prepares-for-its-final-season_news1251.html Yamaha Classic Racing Team (YCRT) founder Ferry Brouwer has announced that 2013 will be the final season for the unique team of legendary racing bikes and riders from Yamaha’s golden era. After nearly a decade of activity the time has come for Ferry to retire from the project. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/vintage-car-and-motorcycle-rally-in-mumbai-on-february-17_news1241.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/vintage-car-and-motorcycle-rally-in-mumbai-on-february-17_news1241.html The Vintage & Classic Car Club of India has scheduled to conduct its yearly classic automobiles rally in Mumbai on February 17, 2013. Many vintage cars and motorcycles are expected to take part in the much awaited visually and aesthetically pleasing annual fiesta. The Vintage & Classic Car Club of India is the country's official body for vintage vehicles and is recognised by the World body FIVA, along with the Western India Automobile Association (WIAA). http://www.cmsnl.com/news/jim-redman-rides-in-historic-race-in-south-africa_news1231.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/jim-redman-rides-in-historic-race-in-south-africa_news1231.html South Africa - Classic racing fans in Gauteng and Port Elizabeth will have the opportunity to have lumps in their throats as they watch legendary motorcycles roar round race circuits over the coming weeks. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2013-mid-america-motorcycle-expo_news1211.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2013-mid-america-motorcycle-expo_news1211.html The 2013 Mid-America Motorcycle Expo returns for the sixth consecutive year to The Centre in downtown Evansville on January 26 and 27. The event will be two days of Motorcycle trade show, including new and used bike dealers, parts and accessory dealers, apparel dealers, along with custom bikes, and accessories on display. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/valentino-rossi-back-with-yamaha_news1191.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/valentino-rossi-back-with-yamaha_news1191.html With his previous Ducati MotoGP contract having now expired, Yamaha has released the first official 2013 photos of Valentino Rossi back with the brand. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/home-made-electric-kawasaki-gpx-750r-motorcycle_news1201.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/home-made-electric-kawasaki-gpx-750r-motorcycle_news1201.html Finnish bike enthusiast Jarkko Santala took fate in his own hands and decided it was high time he and his old Kawasaki GPX 750R went electric. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/yamaha-mourns-the-death-of-jean-claude-olivier_news1141.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/yamaha-mourns-the-death-of-jean-claude-olivier_news1141.html The bivouac in Tucumán has been shaken by tragic news from across the ocean. Jean-Claude Olivier, a former boss of the Yamaha France team, died in a traffic accident in France this morning. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/the-new-2013-honda-mxs-125-arrives-this-summer_news1131.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/the-new-2013-honda-mxs-125-arrives-this-summer_news1131.html The MSX125 (Mini Street X-treme 125) is part mini-bike, part motorcycle, with engaging performance matched to confident handling and styling that combines a sense of fun with a tough, urban edge. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/john-mcguinness-plans-classic-tt-race-debut_news1051.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/john-mcguinness-plans-classic-tt-race-debut_news1051.html Isle of Man TT master John McGuinness will make his classic racing debut at next year’s inaugural Classic TT races on the Mountain circuit. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/suzukis-dunlopcummins-confirmed-for-classic-tt_news1061.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/suzukis-dunlopcummins-confirmed-for-classic-tt_news1061.html Isle of Man TT aces Michael Dunlop and Conor Cummins have confirmed that they will compete in the 2013 Classic TT. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/donington-to-host-major-3-day-summer-classic-motorcycling-festival_news1071.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/donington-to-host-major-3-day-summer-classic-motorcycling-festival_news1071.html August 9th/10th/11th 2013 date announced for an exciting summer weekend of Classic Bike racing on track, major club displays, trade stands, grasstrack and scrambles for historic motorcycles, and opportunities to get on and try new motorcycling experiences. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/thundersprint-2013-moves-to-the-anglesey-race-circuit_news1041.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/thundersprint-2013-moves-to-the-anglesey-race-circuit_news1041.html Thundersprint motorcycle event moving to Anglesey. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/i-found-this-dutch-website-and-started-buying-shiny-bits_news1031.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/i-found-this-dutch-website-and-started-buying-shiny-bits_news1031.html From the archives: James May's Honda C200 rebuild with spares from CMS. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/james-bond-on-honda-motorcycle_news1001.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/james-bond-on-honda-motorcycle_news1001.html Honda (UK) has unveiled its programme of activities surrounding the partnership with the upcoming James Bond film, Skyfall, and today also gives fans a look at behind the scenes footage and images of James Bond riding the modified Honda CRF250R motorbike. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2013-yamaha-yzf-r250_news1011.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2013-yamaha-yzf-r250_news1011.html The battle in the quarter-liter segment becomes fiercer by the month, as it's clear that more and more manufacturers believe this is the beginning of a new sales wave, especially in markets with large population, but rather limited financial power. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2013-suzuki-boulevard-c50t_news1021.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2013-suzuki-boulevard-c50t_news1021.html The new-generation Suzuki Boulevard C50T is the perfect choice for those looking for a no-frills chopper to pack both the classic styling and enough power to get things going well, all for an affordable price. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-motorcycle-and-scooter-india-targets-10-million-unit-sales-by-the-2019-20-fiscal_news991.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-motorcycle-and-scooter-india-targets-10-million-unit-sales-by-the-2019-20-fiscal_news991.html Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI), the wholly owned Indian subsidiary of Honda Motor Co, is launching an aggressive campaign dedicated towards establishing a solid foothold in the domestic two-wheeler market. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/highly-modified-honda-cbr1000rr-hits-265-mph-at-bonneville_news981.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/highly-modified-honda-cbr1000rr-hits-265-mph-at-bonneville_news981.html Honda moto tuner Al Lamb ran a timed mile across the salt at an average of 265 mph, entering the mile at 264.647 mph and exiting at 265.795 mph. If that speed is ratified by the FIM oversight body, it would be a record for a sit-on bike. And even if it isn't, it's a serious chunk of wind-in-your-face speed no matter how much fairing is involved. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/a-motorbike-that-transforms-into-a-jetski-for-40-000_news971.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/a-motorbike-that-transforms-into-a-jetski-for-40-000_news971.html A radical new take on the classic ATV motorbike is set to redefine the concept of off-roading. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/intermot-cologne-the-years-top-event-for-all-motorcycle-fans_news931.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/intermot-cologne-the-years-top-event-for-all-motorcycle-fans_news931.html INTERMOT Cologne: The year's top event for all motorcycle fans http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-unveils-new-motorcycles-at-intermot_news941.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-unveils-new-motorcycles-at-intermot_news941.html Honda Unveils New Sporty NSC50R, Classic Naked CB1100 and Dakar Rally Race Machine at International Motorcycle, Scooter and Bike Fair http://www.cmsnl.com/news/agostini-at-the-2013-amcn-island-classic_news881.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/agostini-at-the-2013-amcn-island-classic_news881.html The world's most successful grand prix racer Giacomo Agostini will attend the 2013 Australian Motorcycle News International Island Classic, which will celebrate its 20th anniversary during the 25-27 January event. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-develops-robotic-lawn-mower-miimo_news861.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-develops-robotic-lawn-mower-miimo_news861.html Honda is to enter the fast-growing European robotic lawn mower market with the introduction of Honda Miimo, its first commercial robotic product for domestic use. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/collection-of-japanese-classics-forms-centrepiece-of-bonhams-october-stafford-sale-at-the-classic-motorcycle-mechanics-show_news831.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/collection-of-japanese-classics-forms-centrepiece-of-bonhams-october-stafford-sale-at-the-classic-motorcycle-mechanics-show_news831.html More than 50 bikes from Jenkins Collection will be offered at no reserve. Bonhams is privileged to offer for sale the collection of motorcycles assembled by Gloucester-based dentist and keen motorcycle enthusiast, the late Evan Aled Jenkins, who died last year. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/vintage-motorised-tricycle-sells-at-auction_news841.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/vintage-motorised-tricycle-sells-at-auction_news841.html The entire contents of the Exmoor Classic Car Museum Collection, of which the 1898 Phébus 2¾hp Motor Tricycle was part, realised £667,128, with every lot of the 13 motorcycles, 10 cars and assorted automobilia selling. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/suzuki-launched-the-gladius-sfv650-retro_news731.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/suzuki-launched-the-gladius-sfv650-retro_news731.html Suzuki UK has launched a limited edition of its 650cc naked bike, the Gladius SFV650. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/the-evolution-of-motorcycle-safety-infographic_news711.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/the-evolution-of-motorcycle-safety-infographic_news711.html It's no secret that motorbikes are officially the coolest mode of transport, however, there was also a time when motorcycling was unfortunately the cause of many deaths on the roads. Today here at CMS we would like to take a look at an infographic that has been created by UK's bike insurer Bennetts which shows how motorcycle safety has evolved over the years and what a huge impact the work of bikers, campaigners and legislators has had to make motorcycling safer for everyone. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/found-a-brand-new-cb77_news651.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/found-a-brand-new-cb77_news651.html Some guys have all the luck. The vintage bike market has some crazy moments, especially in the last few months. An "original" 1965 CB77 recently sold on an E-Bay auction for $19,100 to an unidentified European buyer. I thought it might have been my friend Mike, in Holland, who is amassing his own version of the Honda Museum in his warehouses and loves to find "new" or mint condition vintage Honda motorcycles. When I contacted him about the bike, he knew nothing about it. BUT, he had something to share with me, instead. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/new-website-launched_news661.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/new-website-launched_news661.html After two years of preparation, building, modifying and tweaking, finally at 22.00 hours on the 25th of April 2012, our new website was launched! http://www.cmsnl.com/news/new-cms-website-soon-to-be-launched_news649.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/new-cms-website-soon-to-be-launched_news649.html The face of CMS is about to change with a new, user friendly web site, enhanced with the latest parts search technology. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-to-build-second-motorcycle-production-plant-in-india_news643.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-to-build-second-motorcycle-production-plant-in-india_news643.html Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI), Honda's wholly-owned motorcycle production and sales subsidiary in India, announced plans to build a second motorcycle production plant to meet increasing demand in the rapidly growing motorcycle market in India. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/strong-sales-and-new-service-plan-for-hondas-vfr1200f_news644.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/strong-sales-and-new-service-plan-for-hondas-vfr1200f_news644.html Following the launch of Honda's all-new VFR1200F in February, the great appeal of the machine is speaking for itself with over fifty sold across the UK in the first two weeks of sale alone, and the launch of a new fixed price servicing plan also proving popular. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2010-yamaha-ybr-125-details-and-photos-released_news642.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2010-yamaha-ybr-125-details-and-photos-released_news642.html Japanese motorcycle manufacturer Yamaha released the official details and photo gallery of the 2010 YBR 125 model, a learner-friendly motorcycle that proved to be quite successful in worldwide markets. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/suzuki-motorcycles-sales-increase-exponentially_news641.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/suzuki-motorcycles-sales-increase-exponentially_news641.html The India subsidiary of Suzuki Motorcycles experienced a staggering 93% growth in sales in January 2010 over the same period last year. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-introduces-wave110i-at-cub-style-scooter-equipped-with-new-cv-matic-automatic-transmission_news640.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-introduces-wave110i-at-cub-style-scooter-equipped-with-new-cv-matic-automatic-transmission_news640.html The CV-Matic features a new cooling system which solved the issue of heat load on drive belt, and was developed based on the small-motorcycle automatic transmission technologies Honda has been fostering over the years. This new system enhances the durability of the drive belt and allows for a more compact design with a shorter distance between the drive pulley and driven pulley. Due to this advance, the engine position does not need to be significantly altered, optimizing design layout freedom. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/ernst-hagen-is-preparing-for-this-years-racing-season_news639.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/ernst-hagen-is-preparing-for-this-years-racing-season_news639.html CMS is proud to sponsor classic racer Ernst Hagen. Here are his ponderings and vision for the 2010 season. Note that this article is intended for a Dutch audience. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/hero-honda-buys-kings-xi-punjab-ipl-team_news638.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/hero-honda-buys-kings-xi-punjab-ipl-team_news638.html New Delhi - Hero Honda Motors Limited, the World's single largest two-wheeler motorcycle company has reportedly bought Indian Premier League (IPL) team King's Kings XI Punjab for a staggering sum of 260 million dollars. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-motorcycles-voted-best-built-bikes_news637.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-motorcycles-voted-best-built-bikes_news637.html In first place was the Honda CBR600RR from ’03-on with a build-quality satisfaction rating of 93%, while second was the CBR1100XX Super Blackbird (’97-on), heralded the ultimate sports-tourer of its day. The legendary VFR800 (’98-‘01) and VFR800 V-TEC (’01-on) took third and fourth places respectively and both achieved 91% build quality satisfaction. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/yamaha-snowmobiles-recalled_news635.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/yamaha-snowmobiles-recalled_news635.html Yamaha Motor Corp. has announced the recall of about 2,500 snowmobiles because a bolt in the steering and suspension system may come loose and cause a sudden loss of steering control, posing a risk of injuries to riders. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/diy-hyper-modified-honda-motorcycle-hits-214-mpg_news636.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/diy-hyper-modified-honda-motorcycle-hits-214-mpg_news636.html Fans of the hypermiling super-modded Aerocivic, meet its motorcycle counterpart! Designed and built by velomobile enthusiast Allert Jacobs, this streamlined recumbent motorcycle has been outfitted with an aerodynamic fairing that increases its top speed and enables it to get over 200mpg while cruising at 55mph! http://www.cmsnl.com/news/yamaha-motor-plans-to-introduce-electric-scooters-overseas_news634.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/yamaha-motor-plans-to-introduce-electric-scooters-overseas_news634.html Jason Hendler wrote: January 23rd, 2010 Back in the fall of 2009, Yamaha debuted a hybrid motorcycle, the HV-X, with production planned in the coming year. Now, Yamaha is moving into the battery electric vehicle space by introducing a scooter into Asian markets. Prototypes of the EC-03 were revealed last year, Yamaha confirms that these scooters will make their debut in Japan this summer. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/yamaha-tt-r110e_news632.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/yamaha-tt-r110e_news632.html Don Williams from ultimate motorcycling did a review on the Yamaha TT-R110E. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-vfr1200f-review_news633.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-vfr1200f-review_news633.html If you're going to hype a new motorcycle as much as Honda has the VFR1200F, then merely being very good won't be enough… it's going to have to be outstanding. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2010-kawasaki-z1000-review_news631.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2010-kawasaki-z1000-review_news631.html Identity straddling can be a delicate thing in the motorcycle world. Though it didn't lack for aggressive looks, the outgoing Kawasaki Z1000 had a bite that wasn't quite as fierce as its bark. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2010-honda-fury-makes-world-debut-at-new-york-international-motorcycle-show_news630.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2010-honda-fury-makes-world-debut-at-new-york-international-motorcycle-show_news630.html Torrance, CA, U.S.A. - On Friday, January 16th at the New York International Motorcycle Show, American Honda introduced to the world what many have deemed the most radically styled production Honda ever built: the 2010 Fury. The Fury radiates attitude and delivers a total riding experience approaching the outer limits of motorcycling. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/vw-buys-20-percent-of-suzuki_news628.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/vw-buys-20-percent-of-suzuki_news628.html News service Reuters reported that Volkswagen, the largest carmaker in Europe, has agreed to buy a 19.9% stake in Suzuki Motor Corp. for $2.5 billion. VW and Suzuki plan to jointly develop vehicles for emerging markets and aim to challenge the global leader in vehicle production, Toyota Motor Co. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/worlds-first-hybrid-motorcycle-revealed-280-mpg40-mph-top-speed850_news629.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/worlds-first-hybrid-motorcycle-revealed-280-mpg40-mph-top-speed850_news629.html 10 Most Controversial Motorcycles of 2009 Between kleptomaniacs, zippy $900 Hondas, and VW's unexpected Suzuki takeover, India has earned more than its usual share of two-wheeled headlines of late. And here's another to add to the mix: Bangalore's Eko Vehicles has unveiled what they're claiming will be the world's first hybrid motorcycle. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/never-a-better-time-to-buy-a-motorcyclesay-dealers_news627.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/never-a-better-time-to-buy-a-motorcyclesay-dealers_news627.html There's no better time than the present to buy a motorcycle, say dealers: the struggling economy and lagging vehicle sales mean that manufacturers and dealers have begun offering unprecedented rebates and incentives. If that's not enough, even the government thinks consumers deserve that shiny new bike for Christmas. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/kawasaki-recalls-2009-10-ninja-250s_news625.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/kawasaki-recalls-2009-10-ninja-250s_news625.html The NHTSA has announced a recall for the popular Kawasaki Ninja 250R. The recall, issued by Kawasaki, potentially affects 259 units of the 2009-2010 model years of the entry-level sportbike. The problem is a potential leak in the engine case, which could deposit oil on the rear tire. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/self-assembling-suzukivideo-_news626.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/self-assembling-suzukivideo-_news626.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2010-suzuki-sv650s_news623.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2010-suzuki-sv650s_news623.html There’s something about a V-twin sportsbike, the way it looks, sounds and feels. Two cylinders in a classic layout. An elongated exhaust note under acceleration. A feeling the SV650 range takes to a new level. The proven liquid-cooled V-twin has been fine tuned with the addition of Suzuki’s advanced digital SDTV fuel injection system http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2010-suzuki-rm85l-now-available-australia_news624.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2010-suzuki-rm85l-now-available-australia_news624.html Suzuki's 2010 RM85 and RM85L junior motocrossers have landed in Australia, sporting dynamic new graphics to match their race-winning potential. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-makes-the-ultimate-paperboy-gaming-system_news622.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-makes-the-ultimate-paperboy-gaming-system_news622.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/dutch-bijtelling-youngtimers-teruggedraaid_news621.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/dutch-bijtelling-youngtimers-teruggedraaid_news621.html This message is intended for a Dutch audience. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/a-tour-of-yamahas-european-racing-headquarters_news619.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/a-tour-of-yamahas-european-racing-headquarters_news619.html Ever wonder where championship wining race bikes sleep at night? In the case of the newly crowned M1 and R1 of Rossi and Spies, Yamaha thought it would be a good idea to reveal to the public their sensational sleeping quarters. In a rare PR move for a works MotoGP team, the tuning fork brand decided to open the doors of its European racing headquarters and it is indeed a dream setup. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-to-downsize-spanish-factory_news620.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-to-downsize-spanish-factory_news620.html Japanese auto giant Honda Motor has decided to scale down its Barcelona factory in a bid to overhaul its motorcycle operations in Europe, a report said. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/stratton-race-ace-back-on-the-track-at-the-age-of-63_news618.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/stratton-race-ace-back-on-the-track-at-the-age-of-63_news618.html A CHANCE meeting at Kemble Steam Fair prompted the unlikely return to competitive motor cycle racing in his sixties for Stratton’s Peter Casey. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-plans-to-launch-110-cc-motorcycle_news617.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-plans-to-launch-110-cc-motorcycle_news617.html CHENNAI Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI), the fully-owned two-wheeler subsidiary of Honda Motor Company, Japan, will be investing Rs. 100 crore every year for capacity expansion, according to Shinji Aoyama, President and Chef Executive Officer. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/bijtellingyoungtimer-update_news616.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/bijtellingyoungtimer-update_news616.html This message is intended for a Dutch audience. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/laatste-nieuws-bijtelling-youngtimers_news615.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/laatste-nieuws-bijtelling-youngtimers_news615.html This message is intended for a Dutch audience. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/freddie-spencer-signed-his-world-famous-honda-rs750d-racer-at-stafford-in-the-uk_news614.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/freddie-spencer-signed-his-world-famous-honda-rs750d-racer-at-stafford-in-the-uk_news614.html The Worlds largest Classic bike show dedicated to Japanese machinery was staged recently in the U.K. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/for-a-dutch-audiencetweede-kamer-voor-reparatie-bijtelling-youngtimers_news613.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/for-a-dutch-audiencetweede-kamer-voor-reparatie-bijtelling-youngtimers_news613.html Dit is het bericht dat Wouter van Embden onlangs stuurde namens de stichting die de belangen behartigt voor eigenaren van youngtimers. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-motorcycle-racing-legends_news612.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-motorcycle-racing-legends_news612.html To commemorate the 50 years of Honda racing history CMS brings attention two authoritative works on Honda's racing past. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-announces-vfr1200fvfr1200f-dual-clutch-transmission_news610.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-announces-vfr1200fvfr1200f-dual-clutch-transmission_news610.html Honda Motor Europe Ltd. announced plans to begin sales in 2010 of the sports tourer VFR1200F/VFR1200F Dual Clutch Transmission, featuring an all-new V4 engine. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/motorblaadje-october-edition_news611.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/motorblaadje-october-edition_news611.html This message is intended for a Dutch audience. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/motorrijvaardigheid-verbeteren-in-de-bergen_news609.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/motorrijvaardigheid-verbeteren-in-de-bergen_news609.html This item is intended for a Dutch audience. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/stiggy-racing-honda-riders-perform-impressively-in-magny-cours-races_news608.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/stiggy-racing-honda-riders-perform-impressively-in-magny-cours-races_news608.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-unveils-battery-powered-unicycle_news606.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-unveils-battery-powered-unicycle_news606.html Honda on Wednesday unveiled the U3-X, a stool with a unique directional wheel system that allows it to travel diagonally, as well as right, left, forward, and backward. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/wanna-be-like-marco-melandri-heres-your-chance_news607.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/wanna-be-like-marco-melandri-heres-your-chance_news607.html SO WHAT do you do with your Kawasaki ZX-10R once you've got a bit bored with it? How about turning the big superbike into a sweet MotoGP replica on the road? http://www.cmsnl.com/news/laverty-closes-in-on-championship-lead_news604.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/laverty-closes-in-on-championship-lead_news604.html PARKALGAR HONDA’S Eugene Laverty is only two points behind the World Supersport Championship lead after finishing a brilliant second in today’s 12th round of the World Championship at Imola in Italy; while Parkalgar Honda racer Miguel Praia finished a career best ninth. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/leon-haslam-performs-in-imola-races_news605.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/leon-haslam-performs-in-imola-races_news605.html Leon Haslam managed to put in great riding performances in both Superbike races at Imola in Italy today. Starting from 10th place in race one, the Stiggy Racing Honda rider battled his way through the strong rider field claiming fifth place, a position he kept comfortably for most of the race. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/kawasaki-ninja-250-launch-on-october-5_news603.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/kawasaki-ninja-250-launch-on-october-5_news603.html Bajaj Auto Ltd is all set to launch the Kawasaki Ninja 250R motorcycle in India on October 5. The Ninja 250R is considered to be an entry-level sports bike manufactured by Japanese two-wheeler maker Kawasaki. The bike would be priced between Rs 1.50 lakh and Rs 2 lakh. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2010-kawasaki-kx250f-first-ride_news602.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2010-kawasaki-kx250f-first-ride_news602.html n the ultra-competitive realm of 250F motocross racing every second counts and sometimes the brand of motorcycle can be the difference between winning and losing. That’s why manufactures tweak motocross bikes each year in an effort to put you out front. This year’s KX-F received a complete makeover from the wheels up (read about it here in our 2009 Kawasaki KX250F First Ride), so for ’10 engineers focused on tweaking its existing platform giving us the 2010 Kawasaki KX250F. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/new-european-bandits-destined-for-us_news601.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/new-european-bandits-destined-for-us_news601.html Suzuki chose the Bol D'or 24 hour endurance race as the occasion to introduce two new versions of the large displacement (1255cc) Bandit, including the naked Bandit 1250 (also available with ABS) and the fully-faired GSX1250FA. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/farquhar-makes-irish-road-racing-history-at-killalane_news598.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/farquhar-makes-irish-road-racing-history-at-killalane_news598.html Ryan Farquhar created history at Killalane on Sunday when he took three more road race wins to break the all-time Irish record, previously held by the legendary Joey Dunlop. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-begins-production-and-sales-of-all-new-scooter-pcx-in-thailand_news599.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/honda-begins-production-and-sales-of-all-new-scooter-pcx-in-thailand_news599.html BANGKOK, Thailand, - Honda will begin sales of a new scooter model, PCX, in Thailand in November of this year through A. P. Honda Co., Ltd., a Honda affiliate responsible for distributing Honda motorcycle products in Thailand. Thai Honda Manufacturing Co., Ltd. (Thai Honda), a Honda subsidiary that manufactures motorcycles, power products, and components in Thailand, will serve as the global manufacturing base for PCX and is planning to begin exports of PCX in early 2010, to other countries in the ASEAN region as well as other regions including Japan, Europe and the U.S. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/knight-takes-wec-win-in-france_news600.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/knight-takes-wec-win-in-france_news600.html At the end of what has been a hugely challenging season, Kawasaki Superbike Racing Team rider David Knight claimed victory at the final round of the 2009 World Enduro Championship when the GP of France staged in St Flour this weekend. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2010-rossi-replica-r1-yamaha_news597.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2010-rossi-replica-r1-yamaha_news597.html Yamaha took the wraps off its new Rossi-replica R1 SE and its Star Stratoliner Deluxe cruiser, two new bikes in Yamaha and Star's 2010 lineup. http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2010-yamaha-yz450f-preview_news594.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/2010-yamaha-yz450f-preview_news594.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/new-edition-of-motorblaadje_news596.html http://www.cmsnl.com/news/new-edition-of-motorblaadje_news596.html For Dutch audience only: