Collections: AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum, In The October Issue

Trudy Ulrich

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October 31, 2021

Collections: AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum, In The October Issue

Featured In the October 2021 issue of Roadracing World:

Spoiler Alert: Not everything you see in some museums is real. That lunar orbiter you last saw? It may have been a trainer. Those relics from an Egyptian tomb? They might have been replicas. That tyrannosaurus rex skeleton? It’s likely only a small fraction of the bones on display were dug out of the ground.

The motorcycles on display at the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum in Pickerington, Ohio, however, are real. They are the motorcycles that were used to set the records, to win the races, to capture the titles, to do the stunts. And they all are accompanied by the documents, the photographs, and the memorabilia that tell the story. That story is the heritage of motorcycling in America…

—Collections: AMA Motorcycle Hall Of Fame Museum, by David Swarts

In 1990, the Motorcycle Heritage Museum opened near the AMA headquarters, which at that time were in Westerville, Ohio, a suburb of Columbus. In 1999, AMA moved to a new, 60,000-square-foot headquarters building alongside I-70 on the east side of Columbus. The museum moved with it, taking up residence in an adjacent 26,000-square-foot building and taking on a new name, the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum. Take a look inside one of the most important motorcycle museums in North America—in the latest issue of Roadracing World!

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Husqvarna Unveils New Norden 901

David Swarts

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October 31, 2021

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HUSQVARNA MOTORCYCLES LIFTS THE COVERS OFF THE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED NORDEN 901

DYNAMIC AND VERSATILE TRAVEL MACHINE TO OFFER OUTSTANDING STREET AND OFFROAD CAPABILITY FOR UNCOMPROMISED EXPLORATION

The Husqvarna Motorcycles Norden 901 finally hits dealer floors. First shown to great acclaim as a concept model at the EICMA Show in 2019, Husqvarna Motorcycles has built true off-road ability into an exceptional adventure travel motorcycle that keeps going when the tarmac roads end.

Inspired by Husqvarna Motorcycles multi-terrain Rally machines, the Norden 901 is built to cover long distances across challenging, diverse landscapes. Fast, fun, nimble and above all capable, this is a motorcycle to make even the longest riding days rewarding, no matter how far the rider chooses to go, on road or off.

A 2022 Husqvarna Norden 901. Photo courtesy Husqvarna Motorcycles. — A 2022 Husqvarna Norden 901 at rest. Photo courtesy Husqvarna Motorcycles.

The Norden 901 brings a tough yet lightweight approach to the midclass adventure sector. A smooth and torquey 899 cc, 105 hp parallel twin engine powers the Norden 901 while balancer shafts minimize vibration. The engine is housed in a light steel trellis frame, prepared to carry rider, luggage, and passenger to the furthest points of the compass across any terrain, assisted by WP APEX suspension with long travel. Large diameter 21’’ front and 18’’ rear wheels roll easily over obstacles on the trail. For all its exemplary off-road ability, the Norden 901 also offers unrivalled comfort and agility on tarmac.

A rider headed deep into unknown territory needs to know they can rely on their machine in extreme situations. Therefore, the Norden 901 braking system is backed up by switchable Bosch Cornering ABS with Street and Off-road modes. Husqvarna Motorcycles’ lean-angle sensitive Cornering Motorcycle Traction Control (MTC) is also there to assist, with particular attention having been paid to its levels of off-road assistance.

Making every journey an adventure beyond the horizon, the Norden 901 offers three selectable ride modes as standard (Street, Rain, Off-road) and an optional Explorer mode to deal with every circumstance the rider might meet. An Easy Shift function allows for clutchless changes up and down the six-speed gearbox while a Power Assist Slipper Clutch (PASC) maintains rear wheel composure.

Technical highlights:

Chromium-molybdenum steel trellis frame with engine as stressed member
889 cc parallel-twin engine with 105 hp peak power and 100 Nm of torque

Adjustable WP APEX suspension provides exceptional comfort both on the street and off-road

Three selectable ride modes (Street, Rain, Off-road) and optional Explorer mode

Cutting-edge, switchable cornering ABS with Off-road mode

Ride-by-wire throttle

Easy Shift function

Cornering-sensitive traction control allows for nine levels of adjustable rear wheel slip (in Explorer mode)

Power Assist Slipper Clutch (PASC)

Tubeless spoked wheels and Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tires for peak performance on the street and off-road

Large capacity, 19-litre fuel tank provides an extended range of up to 400 km

Optional Connectivity Unit provides turn-by-turn navigation, telephone call reception and music selection functionality from the rider’s smartphone

The Husqvarna Motorcycles Functional Apparel Collection features riding gear produced for the Norden 901 rider, perfectly complementing the outstanding design of the motorcycle, and developed to keep you warm, dry and safe all year round. The Norden 901 has been designed to evolve with your riding requirements, and for added usability the Husqvarna Motorcycles Technical Accessories range offers luggage systems, performance and chassis enhancements and ergonomic solutions to let you customize the Norden 901 to suit your riding.

Husqvarna Motorcycles’ highly awaited 2022 Norden 901 will be available from November 2021 onwards at authorized Husqvarna Motorcycles dealers. Availability may differ from country to country. For all details on pricing and availability, please refer to your national Husqvarna Motorcycles subsidiary or importer.

Federico Valentini – Head of Husqvarna Motorcycles Marketing: “Since 2014, the Husqvarna Motorcycles brand has been constantly evolving. The launch of the Norden 901 sees us move into another market segment – travel. The motorcycle was unveiled to a highly enthusiastic reception at EICMA 2019 and there has been mounting anticipation ahead of its launch. Now it is finally here, and we believe that the Norden 901 will become a class-leading favorite of riders with the ambition to explore further.”

Intro: Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special, In The October Issue

Trudy Ulrich

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October 30, 2021

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Intro: Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special, In The October Issue

Featured In the October 2021 issue of Roadracing World:

“In addition to being a motorcycle enthusiast, I’m a baseball fan. Over the 100+ years of professional baseball, the game has evolved at a glacial pace until recently. When I was a kid in the 1980s, some teams enjoyed years of success by stealing bases, executing the hit and run, laying down sacrifice bunts, scoring runs with the squeeze play, and winning games by the score of 3-2.

“That was a different time, and over the years professional baseball team owners realized that fans were no longer buying as many tickets to watch players bunt the ball—even if that did lead to wins and World Series Championships. The new generation of fans wanted a spectacle. They wanted to see home runs, so team owners created teams and built stadiums to cater to the new fans.

“Harley-Davidson, like professional baseball team owners from the past, found a successful formula of creating a certain style of product for a certain segment of the market, and they did it for a long time. But those customers are aging out, and in order to attract new customers and survive into the future, Harley-Davidson needed to come up with something new, something bigger and better—a motorcycling home run…”

—Intro: Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special, by David Swarts

With its new 2021 Pan America 1250, not only has Harley-Davidson tapped into a new-for-the-company and very popular segment of motorcycling—namely adventure touring—the company has technologically leapfrogged competitors that have long been in the segment. With the Pan America’s very modern powerplant and chassis, relatively low base price, and long list of features and options, Harley-Davidson might have found a new recipe for success in the present and the future. Read about it in the latest issue of Roadracing World!

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Australian Superbike: 2021 Finale Moved To The Bend Motorsport Park

David Swarts

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October 30, 2021

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Australian Superbike: 2021 Finale Moved To The Bend Motorsport Park

ASBK To Crown Champions At Epic Grand Finale

A Grand Finale of ASBK is on. Same date, but different track!

The mi-bike Motorcycle Insurance Australian Superbike Championship, presented by Motul, will crown five 2021 ASBK Champions at South Australia’s The Bend Motorsport Park in what will be an epic Grand Finale, December 3-5.

The ASBK Grand Finale was made possible after the South Australian Government confirmed earlier this week it would open its state borders as of November 23, following the COVID-19 lockout, ensuring the 2021 ASBK Grand Finale can proceed and with fans trackside at The Bend Motorsport Park.

Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit was planned to hold the final round but is unable to due to current Victorian border restrictions. The ASBK Management Team would like to thank Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit for their understanding and significant support of ASBK and we look forward to returning to one of the World’s best racetracks in 2022.

After a two-year hiatus caused by the global pandemic, the ASBK Management Team are excited to return to The Bend and thank The Bend management for offering to make the 2021 ASBK Grand Finale possible on short notice.

The Bend is an international award winning circuit and in its short history, has quickly become a rider favourite which tests each and every riders skill and fitness across the 4.95km layout, which will determine who will be crowned the 2021 ASBK Champions.

With the Championship title up for grabs in all five classes of the mi-bike Motorcycle Insurance Australian Superbike Championship, presented by Motul, race fans are set for a spectacular Grand Finale over three glorious days of scintillating bar to bar action.

’It’s been a difficult second half of the year with COVID-19 restrictions, but we are ecstatic the ASBK Grand Finale can proceed at the spectacular The Bend Motorsport Park,” said Motorcycling Australia CEO, Peter Doyle.

“The 2021 ASBK Champions will be crowned in all five classes and fans are in for a real treat as the five classes will produce some not to be missed action, so we strongly encourage race fans to get trackside at The Bend.

“Our sincere thanks go to The Bend Motorsport Park management and South Australian Government who have worked hard to ensure the 2021 ASBK Grand Finale can be held.”

The Bend Motorsport Park Managing Director, Sam Shahin said: “2021 has been an intensely challenging year for the motorsport community and we are really pleased we’ve been able to work through the challenges with Motorcycling Australia and the ASBK Management to host the final round of the 2021 ASBK Championship at The Bend Motorsport Park”.

“We would like to thank and acknowledge the great work of the South Australian Government and the support of the South Australian Tourism Commission to make this event possible. Bring on the Rumble.”

Race fans can grab their tickets for the ASBK Grand Finale which are on sale now through Ticketek. More spectator information can also be found at www.thebend.com.au

Following the Grand Finale on Sunday, December 5, a family friendly and BBQ style ASBK presentation event will be held to celebrate and crown the 2021 ASBK Champions.

The ASBK Grand Finale will operate under a COVIDSafe Plan in accordance with SA Government regulations, and all interstate travellers, volunteers and race fans will be required to be double vaccinated for entry into South Australia.

For those fans who are unable to be trackside, you can catch all the fantastic action through our ASBK TV partners SBS, FOXSPORTS Australia, Sky Sport NZ and via ASBK TV Live Stream.

Keep up to date with the latest news on the mi-bike Motorcycle Insurance Australian Superbike Championship, presented by Motul via www.asbk.com.au and following ASBK on Facebook and Instagram. You can also join our ASBK mailing list at www.asbk.com.au

MotoGP: Brembo Is Title Sponsor Of Algarve GP

David Swarts

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October 30, 2021

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MotoGP: Brembo Is Title Sponsor Of Algarve GP

Brembo to title sponsor Algarve GP

The braking system supplier to the MotoGP™ class and more will take top billing as the paddock returns to Portimão

Dorna Sports is thrilled to announce Brembo as the title sponsor for the upcoming Algarve GP. The event, set to take place at the stunning Autodromo Internacional do Algarve from the 5th to the 7th of November, will be officially named the Grande Prémio Brembo do Algarve.

Brembo has become a byword for excellence in braking systems and is a vital supplier to the FIM MotoGP™ World Championship, continuing to add more and more success to a decorated history within the sport. Over 40 premier class Championships, bikes fitted with Brembo braking systems have won 32 rider titles, 33 Constructors’ Championships and more than 500 races. 2021 marks the sixth season in a row that Brembo has supplied the premier class of Grand Prix racing, and the marque also has an important presence in Moto2™, Moto3™ and the FIM Enel MotoE™ World Cup.

Now, the Brembo name will take a further step into the spotlight and take top billing at a Grand Prix for the first time at the Grande Prémio Brembo do Algarve. During the weekend of the GP, Brembo will also display along the track the logo of SENSIFY™, the new pioneering intelligent braking system recently announced by the company.

Marc Saurina, Senior Director of Global Commercial Partnerships at Dorna Sports: “We’re delighted to welcome such an important technical partner as the title sponsor for the Algarve GP. Brembo have been a valuable presence in the paddock for decades and never more so than now, supplying each and every MotoGP team and rider. As a technical supplier you become an intrinsic part of the close competition and success the sport is enjoying, and we’re very proud to now add this title sponsorship of the Algarve Grand Prix.”

Ginger Molloy: The Life Of A Grand Prix Racer 50 Years Ago, In The October Issue

Trudy Ulrich

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October 29, 2021

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Ginger Molloy: The Life Of A Grand Prix Racer 50 Years Ago, In The October Issue

Featured In the October 2021 issue of Roadracing World:

When Ginger Molloy decided to become a Grand Prix racer he gave his Matchless G50 a polish, packed a suitcase, filled a toolbox and got a lift to the local train station. It was January, 1963, and Molloy was a tough youngster from Huntly, New Zealand, where he worked down in the coal mines to make money to go motorcycle road racing.

After a 10-hour train ride he arrived at Wellington station, from where he pushed the G50, with toolbox and suitcase perched on the seat, the mile and a bit to the Wellington docks, where he boarded a boat to Southampton, England, a six-week voyage away. When Molloy finally returned home almost a decade later, he was a 500cc World Championship runner-up, a Grand Prix race winner, and he was married, with three kids.

The adventures he had along the way—living on the road like a gypsy, cheating death and ducking and diving to put enough gas in his bikes and food in his mouth—would sound as likely to a modern-day MotoGP rider as would tales of racing on Mars. It is said that history is another country. In this case it’s another planet…

—MotoGP Analysis: The Life Of A Grand Prix Racer 50 Years Ago, by Mat Oxley

When Ginger Molloy finished second in the 1970 500cc World Championship, he lived a very, very different life than today’s MotoGP stars. MotoGP Editor Mat Oxley looks at the difference between top-level racing today and the way it was a half-century ago in the latest issue of Roadracing World!

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R.I.P. Former Racer David G. Scott

David Swarts

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October 29, 2021

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Former racer David G. Scott died from liver failure at his home in Bethel Island, California, on October 26. He was 62.

He is survived by his father David J. Scott (a former AFM #1 plate holder), his mother Jean, sisters Jan and Kimberley, brother Allan Scott (a former 125cc World Championship racer), daughter Zena Jean (age 14), and son David Albert Winston (age 12).

There are no plans for a memorial service at this time.

Aprilia Introduces All-New Tuareg 660 Adventure Touring Bike

David Swarts

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October 29, 2021

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Aprilia Introduces All-New Tuareg 660 Adventure Touring Bike

INTRODUCING THE 2022 APRILIA TUAREG 660

PRE-BOOKING OPEN FROM NOVEMBER 10 IN UNITED STATES, WITH FIRST UNITS RESERVED FOR THOSE WHO BOOK ONLINE

THE EAGERLY AWAITED ADVENTURE BIKE FROM APRILIA WILL BE AVAILABLE IN DEALERSHIPS STARTING IN FEBRUARY

New York, NY, 29 October 2021 – The wait is nearly over, as the Aprilia Tuareg 660 announces its arrival to the market. The most eagerly awaited adventure bike, the off-road bike par excellence, magnificent on and off the asphalt, will be ready to ride starting February in the US.

To celebrate the return of an off-road legend, Aprilia will launch an online prebooking program for those who want to be the first to take home one of the most eagerly awaited bikes.

Customers can view the model details on aprilia.com/us_EN/new-tuareg-660/, and beginning Wednesday, November 10, can book their ideal configuration of the Tuareg 660, with all of their factory options and upgrades, and select their dealer of choice directly at storeusa.aprilia.com.

Aprilia Tuareg 660 is developed on the mechanical base of the RS 660 and Tuono 660 and was conceived to tackle the roughest off-road riding, while at the same time, offering exciting yet comfortable mileage on road-dedicated adventures. The Tuareg 660 offers the best combination of single-cylinder enduros and large displacement adventure bikes; two opposing worlds – until now.

Non-conforming and original in its design, lightweight and powerful (412 lbs dry with 80 HP), it is the result of a conceptually ultra-modern, and entirely new, project. Tuareg 660 stands out for its riding ergonomics, specifically designed for off-road riding, with a wide and handlebar and slender body volume to facilitate movement in the saddle. The long suspension travel guarantees its capability tackling any obstacle, with a comfortable ride on the road, and when touring. The complete equipment package includes an LED lighting system with perimeter DRL and 5-inch color TFT instrumentation. It comes standard with the APRC with Ride-by-Wire multimap electronics package, including traction control, cruise control, engine brake and multiple engine maps. There are four customizable Riding Modes that let the rider maximize their experience and make on-board life easier, simply selecting desired Riding Mode to automatically obtain the best calibration of the electronics.

Aprilia Tuareg 660 is powered by a latest generation forward-facing twin cylinder engine, lightweight and with spectacular performance, fine-tuned to handle even the most demanding off-road riding. The vast catalog of accessories includes options for sportier off-road riding and more comfort for traveling. There is also a range of high-quality technical apparel dedicated to touring and off-road. The available color schemes include the Acid Gold version, bold and distinctive in true Aprilia tradition, and the Martian Red version. These are joined by the more nostalgic Indaco Tagelmust graphic.

Availability: Q1 2022

Pricing:

$11,999 (Acid Gold and Martian Red)

$12,599 (Indaco Tagelmust)

Video: Ducati Introduces New Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak

David Swarts

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October 28, 2021

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Video: Ducati Introduces New Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak

The Sportiest Multistrada Ever: Ducati Unveils New V4 Pikes Peak

The new Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak, featuring a new MotoGP-inspired livery, is the sportiest Multistrada ever

Precise, intuitive, effective yet powerful: the V4 Pikes Peak is powered by the 170hp V4 Granturismo engine and is ready and willing to rule all mountains

The Pikes Peak version has been developed to take the sporty qualities of the Borgo Panigale Multistrada V4 to the extreme: dedicated riding position, 17” front wheel with sports road tires, single-sided swingarm, Öhlins suspension and brand-new Race Riding Mode

Borgo Panigale (Bologna, Italy), October 28, 2021 – The third episode of the Ducati World Première 2022 was dedicated by the Borgo Panigale-based manufacturer to the online reveal of the new Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak (See the video presentation below), namely the model that best represents, since its debut in the range, the true essence of sportiness within the Ducati Multistrada V4 family. The Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak takes center-stage for a community of passionate enthusiasts as the sportiest and the most powerful Multistrada model in the whole crossover segment.

The excellent Multistrada V4 platform brings the Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak to life. Performance, smoothness of operation and reliability offered by the V4 Granturismo engine, in tandem with the centralized weight, ease of handling, comfort for rider and passenger alike, state-of-the-art equipment and electronics, are cornerstones of the Multistrada V4 family. Starting from these solid foundations, the new V4 Pikes Peak was developed by introducing significant changes in terms of chassis set-up, premium ergonomics, electronic controls as well as numerous dedicated components, which give the bike a distinctly sportier attitude compared to the Multistrada V4. Ducati, once again, promises to delight a wide range of riders looking for the purest performance within the dual bikes’ universe.

The two elements that mainly identify this Pikes Peak version from an aesthetic and functional perspective, namely the 17” front wheel and the single-sided swingarm. The racing soul of the bike is intensified by the dedicated “Pikes Peak” livery, faithfully inspired both in colors and graphics by that of the Desmosedici GP ’21; even the number plates on both sides of the fuel tank contribute to highlight the deep link with the world of competitions.

With the aim to further emphasize its sporty-oriented attitude the new Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak comes with a wide range of components made of carbon fiber in addition to the Akrapovič titanium and carbon silencer (road-approved). Other distinctive aesthetic elements are the low smoked windscreen, Öhlins front fork anodized gold legs, two-tone Black and Red rear saddle embellished with the V4 logo and the Ducati Corse badge applied to the “beak”.

The chassis compartment of the new Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak is part of the revolution. With the respect to the Multistrada V4, it has in fact been significantly revised. First and foremost, it has been developed around the 17” front wheel, which ensures the rider great precision and responsiveness. The new machine is fitted with sports road tires (sizes: 120/70 front; 190/55-17 rear) and mounts Marchesini forged aluminum rims, 5.95 lbs. (2.7 kg) lighter than those of the Multistrada V4 S, which make the dynamic behavior of the vehicle more effective and contribute to the reduction of the total weight amount of 8.81 lbs. (4.4 kg) compared to the Multistrada V4 S. Additionally, Öhlins Smart EC 2.0 suspension also assures brilliant performance in sports riding, through the use of an “ event based” mode, the same adopted by the Panigale V4 S and the Streetfighter V4 S, which automatically adjusts the setting according to the user’s riding style.

The aluminum monocoque frame has been refreshed with the objective of achieving a different inclination of the steering head (25.75° compared to the 24.5° of the Multistrada V4), not to mention that trail and wheelbase geometry have been recalibrated according to the different uses of the motorcycle.

The braking system of the new V4 Pikes Peak is class leading and derives directly from that of the Panigale V4. At the front, the system includes 330 mm diameter discs and Brembo Stylema monobloc calipers, like the Multistrada V4 S, to which the pads of the Panigale V4 have been added. At the rear, the system features a single 265 mm diameter disc with a Brembo floating caliper.

The new Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak stands out even for its dedicated ergonomics, specifically designed to ensure maximum control and optimize lean angles. With respect to the Multistrada V4 the riding position has been completely refreshed: for example, the foot pegs are higher and moved back to increase the maximum lean angle, while the handlebar is lower, narrower and is curved. The final result is that the rider benefits from an even better feeling in sporty riding conditions while maintaining an excellent level of comfort.

The new Ducati Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak is powered by the most powerful engine within the category, the admired V4 Granturismo, achieving 170 hp with a maximum torque of 92 lb. ft (125 Nm) at 8,750 rpm. This engine, specifically designed by Ducati for the Multistrada V4 family is extremely lightweight – 147.05 lbs. (66.7 kg) only – and compact. Thanks to these features Ducati engineers create an uncompromised equilibrium with perfect mass centralization. With a displacement of 1160 cc, the V4 Granturismo engine ensures top-of-the-segment power and torque levels. In addition, the V4 Granturismo represents a reference in terms of versatility and reliability, featuring record-breaking maintenance intervals, with valve play checks scheduled every 36,000 miles (60,000 km).

The V4 Granturismo engine has been optimized to intensify the characteristics of the bike and features some innovations. The introduction of the Race Riding Mode represents a first for Multistrada models. The Race option adds a racing strategy for the limiter, which intervenes more gradually than in the Multistrada V4, in order to alert the rider in advance which allows a more effective sporty drive in terms of gear changes when high in the RPM range. The quickshifter also has a dedicated strategy that allows extremely aggressive downshifts, as well as the implementation of an even more direct throttle response in High Power Mode.

The Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak inherits the latest generation and sophisticated electronic package of the Multistrada V4 S, which includes, among others, the as-standard radar technology both at the front and at the rear, which offers Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) and Blind Spot Detection (BSD) functionality.

The 6.5” TFT dashboard, also available as standard on the Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak, allows the user to view the map navigator thanks to the advanced Ducati Connect system, which allows to mirror the rider’s smartphone.

The electronic innovations are aimed at obtaining a better sporty driving experience. In addition to the introduction of the Race Riding Mode, Ducati Wheelie Control on the Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak has an updated strategy that offers an even better response and a more accurate control during dynamic riding. ABS Cornering has also been configured to be safe and perform in all riding situations, even in the sportiest.

The Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak is a technologically advanced motorcycle, designed for those who love the thrill of sporty riding, especially on mountainous twisties or between the curbs of a race track.

The bike will be available in U.S. and Canadian dealerships in the Ducati network starting from February 2022 in the exclusive sporty Radar trim, which is fitted with both front and rear radar system, with a starting MSRP of $28,995 USD in the United States and $32,695 CAD in Canada.

Ducati Performance catalogue features a wide range of accessories to enhance the characteristics of the bike and make it a unique gem.

#MultistradaV4 #PikesPeak #RuleAllMountains

MotoAmerica: Davis Riding N2 Racing Yamaha YZF-R7 In Twins Cup

David Swarts

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October 28, 2021

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MotoAmerica: Davis Riding N2 Racing Yamaha YZF-R7 In Twins Cup

N2 Racing’s Blake Davis to Race Yamaha YZF-R7 in 2022 MotoAmerica Twins Cup Series.

Media, PA (October 2021) – N2 Racing is proud to announce that Blake Davis will be competing in the 2022 MotoAmerica Twins Cup aboard a N2 Racing Yamaha YZF-R7. Blake will join Kevin Olmedo, who will be racing a Yamaha YZF-R6 in Supersport. After two successful years in MotoAmerica Junior Cup competition, in which Davis finished 6th in the championship, the team, sponsors, and his family knew it was time for the next challenge in Blake’s career.

“It was rewarding to see the progress that Blake made while riding a Yamaha YZF-R3 in the Junior Cup this past season,” said N2 Team Owner Kris Smith. “He collected championship points in 16 of his races and finished the season in 6th place overall and the top finishing YZF-R3. Blake’s progress gave our team the confidence to move him up to compete in the very competitive Twins Cup Class next season on a new Yamaha YZF-R7. The Twins class has come a long way in a short time, and I appreciate the support that Yamaha and bLU cRU will be providing to the competitors with both contingencies and a large bonus for the championship winners. I know Blake will be motivated to collect some of that and our whole N2 team will enjoy supporting him in his efforts.”

Blake Davis started racing motocross at age three and quickly transitioned to asphalt at age six. Blake has won several Supermoto championships with SMEC and VIR Supermoto. In 2016, Blake turned ten and was allowed to race full size motorcycles with WERA. In 2017, Blake achieved expert status and competed in 146 races with 87 podiums culminating in the 2017 WERA F2 National Championship on an RS125. In 2018 and 2019, Blake transitioned to a Yamaha YZF-R3 and Ninja 400 with multiple podiums, wins, and earned the AMA Youth Racer of the Year award and the Nicky Hayden Horizon Award. In 2020, Blake turned 14 and was allowed to turn his attention to professional road racing. Blake competed in seven MotoAmerica Junior Cup rounds with 12 Top Ten finishes and a best finish of 6th three times. In 2021 Blake joined N2 Racing full time on a Yamaha YZF-R3, finishing 6th in the 2021 Junior Cup Championship with a best finish of 4th. Blake is currently in the 9th grade and resides in Lynchburg, VA.

“I am really excited about the challenge of the bigger Twins Cup motorcycles and racing with a very experienced class of riders,” said Blake Davis. “The new Yamaha YZF-R7 is an awesome bike and I know that N2 Racing and Westby Racing are going to build a very competitive bike. This new class will be a challenge for sure, but with the combination of N2 Racing, Westby, and the new Yamaha YZF-R7, I know we can be up front in every race.”

N2 Racing motorcycles are prepared by BobbleHeadMoto with support from Westby Racing’s Chuck Giacchetto. Shiloh Salopek is the co-owner of BobbleHeadMoto and Crew Chief for N2 Racing. Shiloh will be managing the technical efforts for both Kevin Olmedo on a Yamaha YZF-R6 and Blake Davis on a Yamaha YZF-R7. The N2 Racing Team will start 2022 testing at the N2 Track Days event at Barber Motorsports Park on November 27 – 28.

“I am excited to be continuing into the second year of working together with Blake” said N2 Racing Crew Chief Shiloh Salopek. “The new Yamaha YZF-R7 is a fantastic motorcycle, and it will be a lot of fun to develop the new YZF-R7 into a weapon that Blake can win on. To be able to combine my passion for Yamaha and to have a rider such as Blake Davis makes me very excited to showcase both rider and machine capabilities. I look forward to what we will be able to accomplish together in 2022”

About N2 Track Days:

N2 provides a structured riding environment for sport-bike riders of all levels promoting motorcycle safety through instruction on a closed course racetrack. Our instructors and coaching staff are comprised of club-racers, pro racers, and experienced track day riders who are articulate and passionate about all aspects of this sport. N2 strives to provide an enjoyable riding experience in an environment where members can hone their skills and inspire confidence in their riding ability. Riding with N2 means you and your sportbike gain access to a structured environment without the hazards, limitations, distractions, and obstacles that you’ll find on the street.

N2 Racing is proudly sponsored by: N2 Track Days, BobbleHeadMoto, SBS Brakes, Renthal, Motorex, Shoei Helmets, Ohlins USA, Trading Paint, Westby Racing, and Dainese

Collections: AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum, In The October Issue

October 31, 2021

The road racing section of the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum features winning machines including Miguel Duhamel’s #1 2004-2005 AMA Pro Formula Xtreme Championship-winning Honda CBR600R; Nicky Hayden’s #1 1999 AMA Supersport Championship-winning Honda CBR600F4; Wayne Rainey’s 1983 AMA Superbike Championship-winning Kawasaki GPz750; and Don Emde’s #25 1972 Daytona 200-winning Yamaha TR3 350cc air-cooled twin-cylinder two-stroke. Photo by David Swarts.

Featured In the October 2021 issue of Roadracing World:

Spoiler Alert: Not everything you see in some museums is real. That lunar orbiter you last saw? It may have been a trainer. Those relics from an Egyptian tomb? They might have been replicas. That tyrannosaurus rex skeleton? It’s likely only a small fraction of the bones on display were dug out of the ground.

The motorcycles on display at the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum in Pickerington, Ohio, however, are real. They are the motorcycles that were used to set the records, to win the races, to capture the titles, to do the stunts. And they all are accompanied by the documents, the photographs, and the memorabilia that tell the story. That story is the heritage of motorcycling in America…

—Collections: AMA Motorcycle Hall Of Fame Museum, by David Swarts

In 1990, the Motorcycle Heritage Museum opened near the AMA headquarters, which at that time were in Westerville, Ohio, a suburb of Columbus. In 1999, AMA moved to a new, 60,000-square-foot headquarters building alongside I-70 on the east side of Columbus. The museum moved with it, taking up residence in an adjacent 26,000-square-foot building and taking on a new name, the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum. Take a look inside one of the most important motorcycle museums in North America—in the latest issue of Roadracing World!

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Husqvarna Unveils New Norden 901

October 31, 2021

HUSQVARNA MOTORCYCLES LIFTS THE COVERS OFF THE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED NORDEN 901

DYNAMIC AND VERSATILE TRAVEL MACHINE TO OFFER OUTSTANDING STREET AND OFFROAD CAPABILITY FOR UNCOMPROMISED EXPLORATION

The Husqvarna Motorcycles Norden 901 finally hits dealer floors. First shown to great acclaim as a concept model at the EICMA Show in 2019, Husqvarna Motorcycles has built true off-road ability into an exceptional adventure travel motorcycle that keeps going when the tarmac roads end.

Inspired by Husqvarna Motorcycles multi-terrain Rally machines, the Norden 901 is built to cover long distances across challenging, diverse landscapes. Fast, fun, nimble and above all capable, this is a motorcycle to make even the longest riding days rewarding, no matter how far the rider chooses to go, on road or off.

The Norden 901 brings a tough yet lightweight approach to the midclass adventure sector. A smooth and torquey 899 cc, 105 hp parallel twin engine powers the Norden 901 while balancer shafts minimize vibration. The engine is housed in a light steel trellis frame, prepared to carry rider, luggage, and passenger to the furthest points of the compass across any terrain, assisted by WP APEX suspension with long travel. Large diameter 21’’ front and 18’’ rear wheels roll easily over obstacles on the trail. For all its exemplary off-road ability, the Norden 901 also offers unrivalled comfort and agility on tarmac.

A rider headed deep into unknown territory needs to know they can rely on their machine in extreme situations. Therefore, the Norden 901 braking system is backed up by switchable Bosch Cornering ABS with Street and Off-road modes. Husqvarna Motorcycles’ lean-angle sensitive Cornering Motorcycle Traction Control (MTC) is also there to assist, with particular attention having been paid to its levels of off-road assistance.

Making every journey an adventure beyond the horizon, the Norden 901 offers three selectable ride modes as standard (Street, Rain, Off-road) and an optional Explorer mode to deal with every circumstance the rider might meet. An Easy Shift function allows for clutchless changes up and down the six-speed gearbox while a Power Assist Slipper Clutch (PASC) maintains rear wheel composure.

Technical highlights:

Chromium-molybdenum steel trellis frame with engine as stressed member
889 cc parallel-twin engine with 105 hp peak power and 100 Nm of torque

Adjustable WP APEX suspension provides exceptional comfort both on the street and off-road

Three selectable ride modes (Street, Rain, Off-road) and optional Explorer mode

Cutting-edge, switchable cornering ABS with Off-road mode

Ride-by-wire throttle

Easy Shift function

Cornering-sensitive traction control allows for nine levels of adjustable rear wheel slip (in Explorer mode)

Power Assist Slipper Clutch (PASC)

Tubeless spoked wheels and Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tires for peak performance on the street and off-road

Large capacity, 19-litre fuel tank provides an extended range of up to 400 km

Optional Connectivity Unit provides turn-by-turn navigation, telephone call reception and music selection functionality from the rider’s smartphone

The Husqvarna Motorcycles Functional Apparel Collection features riding gear produced for the Norden 901 rider, perfectly complementing the outstanding design of the motorcycle, and developed to keep you warm, dry and safe all year round. The Norden 901 has been designed to evolve with your riding requirements, and for added usability the Husqvarna Motorcycles Technical Accessories range offers luggage systems, performance and chassis enhancements and ergonomic solutions to let you customize the Norden 901 to suit your riding.

Husqvarna Motorcycles’ highly awaited 2022 Norden 901 will be available from November 2021 onwards at authorized Husqvarna Motorcycles dealers. Availability may differ from country to country. For all details on pricing and availability, please refer to your national Husqvarna Motorcycles subsidiary or importer.

Federico Valentini – Head of Husqvarna Motorcycles Marketing: “Since 2014, the Husqvarna Motorcycles brand has been constantly evolving. The launch of the Norden 901 sees us move into another market segment – travel. The motorcycle was unveiled to a highly enthusiastic reception at EICMA 2019 and there has been mounting anticipation ahead of its launch. Now it is finally here, and we believe that the Norden 901 will become a class-leading favorite of riders with the ambition to explore further.”

Intro: Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special, In The October Issue

October 30, 2021

Jeremy Toye aboard a stock Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special on stock tires during a Fastrack Riders day at Auto Club Speedway in Fontana, California. Toye called it “easy to ride, very consistent, and very capable.” Photo by David Swarts.

Featured In the October 2021 issue of Roadracing World:

“In addition to being a motorcycle enthusiast, I’m a baseball fan. Over the 100+ years of professional baseball, the game has evolved at a glacial pace until recently. When I was a kid in the 1980s, some teams enjoyed years of success by stealing bases, executing the hit and run, laying down sacrifice bunts, scoring runs with the squeeze play, and winning games by the score of 3-2.

“That was a different time, and over the years professional baseball team owners realized that fans were no longer buying as many tickets to watch players bunt the ball—even if that did lead to wins and World Series Championships. The new generation of fans wanted a spectacle. They wanted to see home runs, so team owners created teams and built stadiums to cater to the new fans.

“Harley-Davidson, like professional baseball team owners from the past, found a successful formula of creating a certain style of product for a certain segment of the market, and they did it for a long time. But those customers are aging out, and in order to attract new customers and survive into the future, Harley-Davidson needed to come up with something new, something bigger and better—a motorcycling home run…”

—Intro: Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special, by David Swarts

With its new 2021 Pan America 1250, not only has Harley-Davidson tapped into a new-for-the-company and very popular segment of motorcycling—namely adventure touring—the company has technologically leapfrogged competitors that have long been in the segment. With the Pan America’s very modern powerplant and chassis, relatively low base price, and long list of features and options, Harley-Davidson might have found a new recipe for success in the present and the future. Read about it in the latest issue of Roadracing World!

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Australian Superbike: 2021 Finale Moved To The Bend Motorsport Park

October 30, 2021

Action from an Australian Superbike race at The Bend in 2019. Photo by Andrew Gosling/TBG Sport, courtesy of Motorcycling Australia. — Action from an Australian Superbike race at The Bend Motorsports Park in 2019. Photo by Andrew Gosling/TBG Sport, courtesy of Motorcycling Australia.