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BMW unveiled the Vision K18, a wild six-cylinder concept bike shown at the Villa d’Este Concours, built around the 1649cc inline-six from its K1600 line. It features six headlights, six exhausts, and aerospace-inspired styling with a Spartan rider setup; not production-ready, but BMW calls it inspiration for future production solutions that could evolve into a six-cylinder BMW cruiser, potentially replacing the R18.
In Delta, BC, a driver turning left couldn't see a motorcycle, causing a crash that hurled the bike up into the air and onto a traffic-light pole, where it remained dangling; the rider sustained serious but non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to hospital, while the driver was unharmed.
Surveillance footage from Delta, British Columbia shows a head-on crash between a motorcycle and a silver BMW that launched the rider and bike into the air, with the bike wrapping around a traffic light; the rider survived with serious but non-life-threatening injuries, while the other driver was uninjured and responders removed the motorcycle from the pole.
A BMW 3-Series crashed into a motorcycle on Scott Road in North Delta, BC, sending the bike and rider roughly 20 feet into the air where it became stuck on a traffic signal above an intersection. The car driver was unharmed; the rider sustained serious but non-life-threatening injuries. Police said speed was a factor, and responders urged road safety as Delta Firefighters IAFF Local 1763 shared updates and well-wishes for a full recovery.
A motorcycle rider was hospitalized with serious but non-life-threatening injuries after colliding with another vehicle on Scott Road in Delta, B.C., leaving the bike hanging from a traffic light; Delta police closed Scott Road between 72nd and 70th Avenues to remove vehicles and debris, while the other driver was not injured.
Republican lawmaker Derrick Van Orden rode his motorcycle from Wisconsin to Washington DC to vote on ending the government shutdown, citing unreliable flights due to air traffic issues caused by the shutdown. He joined other lawmakers who opted for road travel amid travel disruptions.
The Combat Motors F-117 Fighter is a limited-edition, high-performance American motorcycle inspired by Confederate Motorcycles' design philosophy, featuring a billet aluminum chassis, a powerful 1.9-liter V-twin engine, and a distinctive minimalist, military-inspired aesthetic, with only 21 units produced.
The Suzuki Hayabusa is renowned for its exceptional speed, with early models exceeding 190 mph and modern, heavily modified versions surpassing 250 mph, including a verified record of 274.9 mph. It is also known for rapid acceleration, capable of reaching 60 mph in under 3 seconds, and has evolved over the years to include advanced electronics and improved handling, maintaining its status as a top street-legal speed machine.
You don't need a high-end liter bike to enjoy track riding; a smaller, less powerful bike like the Kawasaki Ninja 400, especially with some modifications, can be a fun and effective way to develop riding skills before upgrading to more powerful bikes. Starting with a cheaper, lighter bike helps improve technique and reduces costs, making it a smart choice for beginners and those looking to improve their speed gradually.
A Palm Springs police officer lost control of his motorcycle during a holiday parade, injuring nine people, including himself, and severing his hand. The officer reportedly attempted a trick, causing the bike to crash into the crowd. All injuries were non-life-threatening, and those affected were treated at local hospitals. The incident is under investigation by the California Highway Patrol, and the police chief has apologized for the accident.
A motorcyclist, Amanda Holden, died after crashing on I-10 in Harrison County, Mississippi, while trying to avoid a fallen passenger from another bike. The incident involved four motorcycles, resulting in multiple injuries and an ongoing investigation by the Mississippi Highway Patrol.
Des Moines police are investigating the city's fourth traffic-related fatality of 2024, the third involving a motorcycle, after a crash between a motorcycle and a Jeep at an intersection. The rider, a 41-year-old man, was critically injured and later died at a local hospital. The preliminary investigation suggests a failure to yield and excessive speed may have contributed to the collision. This incident adds to the 58 traffic-related deaths in Iowa this year, 15 fewer than at the same point in 2023.
The Florida Highway Patrol is searching for a driver who intentionally hit a motorcyclist with their car on I-75 in Sumter County, leaving the motorcyclist with serious injuries. The incident, which occurred early Friday morning, was captured on dashcam video, showing a gray or silver Honda Civic abruptly steering into the motorcyclist and then driving off, leaving parts of the vehicle at the scene. Anyone with information is urged to contact the FHP or Crime Stoppers.
The 2024 Honda Africa Twin lineup has been officially announced for the American market, featuring the same updates as the European models, including a torquier 1,084cc parallel twin engine and the option of a standard six-speed manual gearbox or Honda's Dual Clutch Transmission. The bikes come with standard Showa suspension, switchable ABS, and various color options, with pricing starting at $14,799 for the base model. The lineup will be available in US Honda dealerships from May 2024.
A collection of unique and interesting vehicles for sale online includes a clean vintage British roadster, a BMW F800GS, a high-mileage Mazda Miata, a lifted Lincoln Town Car limo, a race-ready Camaro, a Datsun 620 truck, a Chevy pickup with patina, a Bimota YB6 race bike, an Evo III from Initial D, a Triumph Bonneville, a wooden bedside Acty, a turbocharged Suzuki Jimny for car camping, and a bizarre Batmobile-like creation with a tube chassis and Toyota V6 engine.