Motorcycle News - WILD CHILD: Husqvarna Vitpilen by Outsiders Motorcycles
https://ift.tt/2SHbXvk Written by Martin Hodgson From the moment the first concept was spied at the 2014 EICMA show in Italy, the Husqvarna Vitpilen had the motorcycle world talking. It was obvious the bones of the bike were from parent company KTM’s 690, but it was the radical styling from design house Kiska causing the buzz. Despite most believing it would never come to market, when it finally hit dealer floors it retained the wild look that most concepts sadly shed. But for Outsiders Motorcycles from the Netherlands they saw the chance for an even crazier custom design and transformed this brand new 2019 Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 in just ten weeks flat. Having cut their teeth and built their name on more traditional builds utilising bikes from Honda and Triumph the Groningen based outfit of Bert Jan and Jene knew it was time to take a risk. With ideas spinning in their heads this was not only the first time they’d start with a brand new bike but would also be their first non-client build. With the cash laid down the crate arrived and Bert explains their choice to go with a Husky, “We’ve always been suckers for the old MX-bikes and the looks of them, so the brand Husqvarna was no stranger for us”. Securing a great deal from Mulders Motoren, who agreed to throw in the spoked wheels, it was out of the box and onto the lift. There is another advantage to starting with a brand new beast, “The complete budget can be spent on visuals and performance whilst on older builds half will go into making it actually run properly.” So knowing the two areas they’d focus on the lads tore into the Husky until all they had was the bare frame and engine. The blank canvas allowing them to visualise the design, but with time ticking away till the BikeShed show in London, it was full steam ahead. Despite such a short build time, the stock machined swingarm wasn’t to their liking and Bert felt a different design would suit the new look they were going for. So a jig was fabricated using the original as a template and a new unit welded up from twin pieces of tube to match the frame. The only dimension change was to shorten the stock length 30mm, delivering a more compact look and making wheelies even easier! The factory subframe was the next piece to go under the knife, removed with just four bolts the bulky piece was trimmed down to make another jig. From here frame matching Chromoly was pieced together to make a short and compact design without the weight of the stock item. Finished in the same powder coat, the entire chassis takes on a stunning look, high-level customisation with a factory level of fit and finish. On top the seat base and tail cowl were hand formed from sheet metal and include quick releases for more of that off the shelf quality. With a battery mount, the starter solenoid and tuning cables now hidden neatly out of sight in a special box inside the cowl. The crazy tank was next and is a personal favourite of Bert’s, “I had this idea in my head for so long and finally had the opportunity to do it. A massive undertaking it took 2 weeks to design, cut, weld and pressure test but it came out pretty good. The stock fuel pump, fuel level meter and cap were re-used.” Then the final piece of bodywork, the front fender, was made from two separate sheets of metal that are welded together down the middle having first been shaped out of cardboard. Laying on the paint brings the tins to life with gloss magenta and bubble gum blue impossible to miss. With time now a limiting factor the re-badged KTM 690cc engine has been treated to just a select few choice upgrades. The stunning exhaust is made from individual pieces of 42mm 316 stainless tube running tight to the motor and frame before barking out of a GP style Spark muffler. The huge factory airbox is long gone and replaced with a pod filter that has the air sensor cleverly inserted inside to keep the ECU happy. Colour matching grips join a regular throttle on the bars with the bulky fly-by-wire mechanism relocated under the tank. Keen-eyed readers will notice the integrated clip-ons are gone, replaced with handlebars and risers from Neken and a custom top clamp milled by Scheffers Engineering in Norway. With that the Outsiders had to load up the Vit and head for London arriving just in time for the show. But the bike didn’t stay owner less for long, with the guys meeting the head of Toronto’s Big Trouble Pizza on the first day, “His logo has the exact same colours as the bike, he already has a 401 and wanted a 701. He happened to have the stickers with him at the show so I slapped one on and shook hands, like SOLD!” Bert smiles! Proving the risk of buying a brand new bike outright and treating it to a wild makeover was more than worth the reward for the builders, buyer and all those who lay eyes on Outsiders Motorcycles hardcore Husky. [ Outsiders Motorcycles | Instagram | Facebook | Photography by Winchester Creatives ] Motorcycles via Pipeburn.com https://ift.tt/2LY9tnG July 26, 2019 at 08:16AM
MotoGP News - Video: MotoGP's most bizarre 2020 silly season rumours
https://ift.tt/2ZcgQPy With pretty much all factory MotoGP contracts through to the end of 2020 secured last year, it was initially expected this year's 'silly season' would be a tame affair. Until recently, it seemed all there would be to talk about would be a few midfield names potentially making team moves and a handful of Moto2 riders graduating. But some bizarre rumours have emerged lately, linking big MotoGP names to World Superbike moves and even talk of retirement for some - with multiple champion Jorge Lorenzo in the thick of the speculation amid his awful start to life at Honda. Autosport's International Editor Jack Benyon is joined by Motorcycle Racing Correspondent Lewis Duncan to discuss the plausibility of these rumours. Motogp Motorcycle Racing News via MotoGP news - Autosport https://ift.tt/2uOa9Ei July 26, 2019 at 07:37AM
F1 News - German Grand Prix: Vettel fastest for Ferrari
https://ift.tt/2SFEYHN Sebastian Vettel led Charles Leclerc in a Ferrari one-two in first practice at the German Grand Prix. Lewis Hamilton's Mercedes was third, 0.302 seconds behind Vettel, but his time was set on a harder tyre compound. Hamilton's team-mate Valtteri Bottas was fifth fastest, behind Red Bull's Max Verstappen, and the Finn ended the session with an off at the Sachs Kurve. Bottas lost control at the same corner at which Vettel crashed and threw away victory in his home race last year. The Mercedes driver managed to avoid the barriers and was able to rejoin the track. He had also earlier run very wide out of the last corner. Renault's Daniel Ricciardo was another in the wars, having a spin at the high-speed first corner without damage. Ferrari's initial pace in this first session was an encouraging start for a team that is still to win a race this season but it would be wrong to read too much into it. For a start, Vettel and Leclerc were on the soft tyre for their fastest times, and Hamilton on the slower medium when he set his. And the Mercedes were 0.3secs quicker than Leclerc when both were on the fastest 'soft' tyre in the first part of the session. Earlier in the session, when Bottas led the way from Hamilton and Leclerc all running softs, Verstappen was running mediums and was only 0.3secs off the front and more or less at the same pace as the Ferrari. Adding to the complication, the weather is expected to change significantly into the weekend. Friday at Hockenheim is hot, with temperatures in the mid 30Cs, but the temperature is expected to drop by 10C on Saturday and rain is predicted on both days over the weekend. Behind Bottas and Verstappen's team-mate Pierre Gasly, Carlos Sainz's McLaren was best of the rest in seventh, ahead of Romain Grosjean's Haas, Lance Stroll's Racing Point and Daniel Ricciardo's Renault. A number of teams have major upgrades on their cars for this weekend, particularly Racing Point and Williams. Stroll's pace was encouraging for that team and the Williams upgrades also appear to have made a significant difference. Robert Kubica is running the new parts on Friday and was 0.6secs quicker than George Russell in the standard car, when the order is normally a similar margin the other way around. Russell's car will be fitted with the upgrades for the weekend, assuming the team establish they have been an improvement. #F1 via BBC Sport - Formula 1 https://ift.tt/OHg7x6 July 26, 2019 at 05:42AM
Motorcycle News - The Revival X Royal Enfield ‘Desert Runner’ Interceptor
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That’s how it all started for ‘Desert Runner,’ this very smart Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 built by Alan Stulberg’s crew at Revival Cycles in Texas.
Revival were immediately struck by the quality of the new twin—a step ahead of anything Royal Enfield had built before. “This was a machine that everyone in the workshop could see putting into daily use,” says Alan. “The other thing worth considering when assessing Royal Enfield is that nobody sells more motorcycles worldwide these days than they do. Nobody.”
“The goal was to build a machine that harkened back to the days of Steve McQueen, and the ‘hare scrambles’ of California. And the ultimate goal was to enter it in the L.A.-Barstow to Vegas off road race that happens every Thanksgiving.”
The first job was to build up a set of Suzuki DR-Z forks, with upgraded springs, for increased travel and weight savings. (An RE stem has been pressed in with custom-machined adapters.) Revival then laced up shouldered alloy 18 x 3.5” wheels.
Mounted to the wheels are true off road tires: Michelin AC10s, which make a racket on the highway but dig deep for plenty of traction in the dirt.
Custom-built gas shocks and fork springs equalize the front and rear suspension, and can soak up serious abuse. “But with eight inches of travel, we had a definite chain tension issue,” Alan reveals.
The high-riding Interceptor has tons of ground clearance, which allowed Revival to tuck the custom stainless exhaust system under the engine. It’s protected by a hefty, custom-made aluminum skid plate, with modified CRF450 motocross pegs by IMS sitting nearby.
At the front there’s a matching small headlight bracket, a bullet-proof LED headlight, and right above, a compact LED Motoscope Pro gauge from Motogadget.
The Texas shop now has an in-house, high-end leather facility called Revival Limited. They took a break from producing accessories and crafted a plush seat wrapped in fine leather to keep the rider comfy on the long straights of the LAB2V race.
It worked so well that, for the first time, Revival intends to offer a limited production run. Clients will be able to choose colors for the paint, leather and accessories, and specify the tires too.
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F1 News - German Grand Prix: Lewis Hamilton backs 'formidable' Sebastian Vettel
https://ift.tt/2K0kaaa Lewis Hamilton has backed Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel to bounce back from the difficult patch he has been going through for the past year. The German four-time world champion has made several errors, most recently when he crashed into Red Bull's Max Verstappen at the British Grand Prix. Hamilton said: "People can be easily forgetful. I just remember him as a four-time champion and a formidable competitor. You need to keep the respect there and expect him to come back strong." Mercedes' Hamilton beat Vettel to the world title in the past two seasons, after the Ferrari driver started each year strongly only for the team's form to tail off later in the championship. And from the French Grand Prix in June 2018, Vettel has made eight errors during grands prix, including crashing out when leading his home race in 2018. This year's German Grand Prix takes place on Sunday and Hamilton said: "I don't think anything in particular has happened with him. The team have struggled. They have had some difficult races." Referring to 21-year-old Charles Leclerc, Vettel's new team-mate this season, the Briton added: "He has a new youngster next to him who is doing a great job as well, so it doesn't appear to be the easiest of times." Leclerc, who was promoted to Ferrari in 2019 in only his second season in F1, has had an inconsistent start to his career with the team, losing out on a victory in Bahrain when his engine went sour, but also making a series of mistakes in qualifying sessions. However, in the past three races he has outpaced Vettel, 32. "Charles is only in his second season. He has a lot of growing and I can only see him getting stronger. That one I am eager to watch out for," said 34-year-old Hamilton. Vettel says he was his own worst critic when he made mistakes. "I am very honest to myself; I have always been. That is the way I deal with them," he said. "Sitting in the car and driving, I am the best judge. I know what I can do better and what went wrong. "You take it from there. I can't be happy if things go wrong and I make a mistake, but I have always been very honest to myself and to anyone who asks." He said he believed Ferrari were making progress after a difficult start to a season in which they have not been as competitive as expected. "We are getting the hang of it. We understand more and more what we need," Vettel said. "We are going in the right direction. "We have had small hiccups here and there leading to not the greatest results, but most importantly we need to keep our heads down and go in the right direction." How to follow the German Grand Prix on the BBCFrom 26 to 28 July, BBC Sport has live coverage of practice, qualifying and the race across the BBC Sport website, BBC Radio 5 Live and 5 Live Sports Extra, plus live digital coverage on the BBC Sport website and app - including audience interaction, expert analysis, debate, voting, features, interviews and audio content. You can follow all the action and the latest news on the BBC Sport F1 page and via the BBC Sport app, and catch up with analysis and interviews with the BBC Radio 5 Live Chequered Flag podcast.
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Motorcycle News - ‘Xaver Justus’ Yamaha XJ600 by Motopola
https://ift.tt/2K2Xru3 Written by Martin Hodgson When you embark on the journey of building a custom motorcycle half the battle can be in simply picking the base you choose. Like a good pizza it sets the foundation and with the availability of all the right ingredients, it can be almost impossible to go wrong. But choosing to start with an ’80s sportbike immediately sets the builder a challenge; they’re usually ugly, rarely modified by others and almost always in terrible condition. Totally undaunted Markus Klett of Motopola chose a 1985 Yamaha XJ600 and custom-crafted all the right toppings for this tasty treat. With its dated looks that certainly haven’t aged like a fine wine, saggy suspension that’s all too soft and fixtures from the Yamaha parts bin to make the price an entry level bit of kit, the XJ600 won’t be featured in any coffee table books on the best bikes of the 20th century. But for a number of reasons it remains an important part of motorcycle history. The first Japanese 600cc inline four-cylinder engine would become the blueprint on which all Supersport racing has been based for more than 30 years and the adjustable Mono-shock rear brought Yamaha into the modern era. But the example that Markus hoisted onto his workshop lift in the beautiful city of Rosenheim, Germany, was simply stuffed. Tuning bikes since the age of 16, Markus has gone from hotting up Vespas to full one-off customs as his career has evolved over the past 20 years. Now with his good friend and helicopter pilot wanting a weaponised XJ, he’d have to draw on all he’s learned to pull it off. The first task was to simply strip the bike down, pull the half fairings off and cut out the mess of a birds nest that once presumably functioned as a wiring loom. First up the bare frame was smoothed out, the tabs for the bodywork cut off and some one-off plug covers made to give things a uniform look. With a section of the rear subframe removed and the grinder also attacking the seat mount, it was then ready for powder coat. Now with just the wheels on the stock tank was stripped of all its paint and thrown up on the backbone so Markus could start to visualise a design. Wanting to go for a monocoque style one-piece body, new seat supports were fabricated to bring things up 50mm to align with the tank. Starting with a large piece of foam placed over the entire rear section of the bike, the process of cutting, shaping and sanding began to form a buck from which the fibreglass could be shaped. Matching the lines of the tank while creating a more appealing aesthetic was no easy task, but even more impressive is the way Markus has managed to convince the eye the rear fibreglass and metal tank are made of the same material. A mix of hand sanded silver and black paint gets the look spot on, with Yamaha’s famous Speedblocks in black laid down for extra effect. The seat too was shaped in house, with the client wanting the hump look and still be registered as a two person machine; it’s all made from foam before being stitched in contrasting colours to provide the form and function. Now he had the XJ looking the goods it was time to start working on its other flaws and the front end now sports a set of SZR660 red anodized USD forks that have been rebuilt with progressive springs. While out back a big dollar Bitubo shock designed for a new GSXR is re-valved to suit. Both ends get their own hand made fenders while stopping power is now greatly enhanced thanks to Brembo calipers grabbing 320mm drilled rotors. The original Supersport 600 engine was trash and couldn’t go back into the frame until it had been treated to a thorough freshening up. The Mikuni carbs are held on with a new set of boots and have been re-jetted with a stage 3 kit from Dynojet. While the factory exhaust has been repaired, wrapped and then shortened before finishing out in a set of black reverse cone mufflers. To properly spark the motor as it reaches the 10,000 rpm redline meant an all new electrical setup, neatly hidden under the seat in a custom tray, with every last wire in the bike replaced and rerouted. To make the bike a comfortable and yet sporty place to be, a set of Ducati SS clip-ons were chosen and team up with pegs that were machined in the workshop. Lighting is kept to a bare minimum, a small headlight tucked hard against the trees is joined by LEDs from Motogadget and Kellermann. With the final touch coming in the form of hand stitched grips in seat matching leather to complete the build. The once ugly duckling has now not only been thoroughly transformed visually but given the equipment to make it a blast on the streets. And with the tag line of Motopola being “Ugly Born Motorcycles”, this won’t be the last child of the ’80s that Markus brings blasting back into the 21st century. Motorcycles via Pipeburn.com https://ift.tt/2LY9tnG July 25, 2019 at 06:58AM
MotoGP News - Yamaha sure of no dispute over timing of Rossi's MotoGP retirement
https://ift.tt/2K2BTxO Yamaha MotoGP boss team boss Lin Jarvis says he expects no "conflict" with Valentino Rossi over the timing of Italian legend's eventual retirement Motogp Motorcycle Racing News via MotoGP news - Autosport https://ift.tt/2uOa9Ei July 25, 2019 at 04:45AM
Motorcycle News - Third Time’s a Charm – Kaffemaschine Le Mans 3
https://ift.tt/2SG1b8H If you call yourself a Moto Guzzi fan then you’ll be well aware of the work of Kaffemaschine’s Axel Budde. With a background in precision driving for film and TV, Axel takes the performance of his motorcycles very seriously. So as you’d expect there’s no room for excess on his builds. That certainly hasn’t stopped him from creating a jaw-dropping portfolio of Moto Guzzi cafe racers though. Axel’s builds are easily some of the best in the business and his latest Le Mans 3 cafe racer follows suit. Motorcycles via Return of the Cafe Racers https://ift.tt/2M9riRb July 24, 2019 at 08:28PM
Motorcycle News - Women’s Gear Review: Dainese Sport Boots and Shoes
https://ift.tt/30Rcjm4 Boots are a highly specific genre of motorcycle riding gear. Depending on the style of riding you do, or the technical features you need, different boots serve entirely different purposes. As a well-established gear brand, Dainese offers a comprehensive range of motorcycle boots and shoes with a focus on sport and touring style riding. I’m happy to attest to the fact that Dainese’s women’s shoes and boots are just as technical and high-quality as their male counterparts. The only difference between men’s and ladies’ styles are that female-focused versions are offered in women’s fits and different colors. Isn’t that refreshing? I own three different styles of Dainese riding boots and shoes, which I alternate between depending on my riding plans. Each is ideal for a different scenario… The Street Rocker D-WP sneakers are my most casual moto footwear. They’re perfect for quick rides around town and for walking in all day. Plus they’re super cute! The Motorshoe D1 Air Lady shoes are a great lightweight option that find a middle ground between a track boot and a sneaker. The Torque Out D1 track boots are my most protective style of motorcycle boot. They are designed for track use, but I wear them anytime I am going on a longer or more aggressive ride. None of these styles are a “do-it-all” moto boot, but each serves their niche purpose exceptionally well. Dainese footwear fits my narrow/average feet quite comfortably, and I am very impressed with the brand’s quality in general. I primarily ride sporty street bikes, which all three of the aforementioned models are nicely suited for. Therefore, this review will focus on the pros and cons of each model from a street bike rider’s perspective. Dainese Street Rocker D-WP Sneakers – $220I want to start out by stressing the importance of always wearing proper foot protection while riding. Feet and ankles are extremely prone to injury, even in minor mishaps. This style of moto sneaker is the most casual footwear I would ever ride in, and I don’t really consider them to be sufficient protection for a day of carving canyons. Armored sneakers in general are designed for quick and casual rides at lower speeds around town. That being said, armored sneakers are leagues better than your favorite pair of Nike’s, and they are definitely worth the investment if you prefer to ride in casual attire. What sets Street Rocker sneakers apart from casual sneakers? Street Rocker sneakers are reinforced with protection in key areas: the toe, heel, sole, and ankle. A rigid heel cup protects your heel in an impact from being crushed, the reinforced insole helps keep your foot from twisting, the reinforced toe is protective, and the ankle inserts protect the ankle bone from impacts and slides. This sneaker is also made with a full grain cowhide leather, which is very abrasion resistant. I’ve noticed that the leather used in this sneaker feels stiffer and more supportive than other armored sneakers made with less protective materials such as suede or textiles. For added safety, Street Rocker sneakers have retro-reflective details on the heel which add visibility at night. The rubber soles featuring a “differentiated” design provide great traction, even on wet and oily city streets. Street Rocker sneakers are also waterproof, making them a versatile shoe which can be worn almost all year. All in all, these sneakers are a CE – Cat. II rated piece of motorcycle apparel disguised by stylish white-walled high-top aesthetics. I am lucky enough to have a pretty short commute, so I often wear these sneakers to work. The best thing about them is how comfortable they are to walk around in all day, and I’ve actually worn these sneakers casually off the bike on occasion. The armor does make them a little stiffer than normal sneakers. So, expect a briefly uncomfortable break-in period. Feedback that I’ve gathered from other riders leads me to assume that these sneakers are most comfortable for people with average to narrow feet. People with wider feet often feel pinching around the ball of the foot, which likely won’t stretch out do to the reinforced toe box. (People with wider feet may have better luck with Alpinestars or TCX sneakers.) Another thing to note is that this style tends to run a little long. If you’re in between sizes, size down. One complaint I have about the Street Rocker D-WP sneakers is how hot they can feel. This version of Dainese’s sneakers is a full-grain leather waterproof shoe, and therefore, it does not breathe well on hot days. If you live in a hot and dry climate, I would recommend Dainese’s Street Biker Air sneaker instead, which is a perforated suede version of the same design. I have also noticed that there is no intuitive way to tuck away the laces to prevent them from getting caught in the bike. The loose laces present a potential safety hazard. I absolutely love these armored sneakers for what they are: a super casual and comfortable moto shoe. Shop for Dainese Street Rocker D-WP Sneakers here Dainese Motorshoe D1 Air Lady – $180A new generation of the Motorshoe style by Dainese, with a few improvements from the previous iteration, these shoes feature protection from TPU shifter guards, high tenacity polyamide fabric, a reinforced polyurethane heel structure that extends down the sides of the foot, and rigid armor on the ankles. The shoes feel stiff and supportive in the ankles, while still being comfortable enough to flex in a sportier riding position. Reflective detailing adds better visibility. The Motorshoes have a confidence-inspiring CE – Cat II rating. Another especially handy feature of these Motorshoes is the lace retention system, which keeps the laces from getting caught in the bike or loosening up unintentionally. The laces themselves allow you to adjust the width for the snuggest and safest fit. The Air version of these Motorshoes have super effective ventilation, which I have appreciated during warmer days. I also love the traction on the sole of these Motorshoes, specifically for how good they feel on my footpegs. While riding, I feel like I have complete control of my foot position, and shifting is effortless. In other styles of riding shoes or boots I’ve worn, I feel aware of the boot itself, either due to its bulkiness or flimsiness. In contrast, when I’m riding in these shoes, I don’t even notice them. The fewer distractions the better! Dainese’s Motorshoe D1 Air Lady have easily found themselves a home in my summer riding uniform. For notes on fitment, these shoes seem to be wider than other Dainese styles. They also run short, which I found out the hard way after ordering my normal size in footwear. I would definitely size up if you are considering getting a pair. Although my initial hope in buying these Motorshoes was to be able to walk around them as comfortably as I do in the Street Rocker sneakers, I find them a little too uncomfortable to wear off the bike for a prolonged period of time. The stiff collar of the shoe rubs the back of my calf pretty badly, even after wearing them several times for several hours. The first time I wore them I made the mistake of wearing short socks, and the collar of the shoe caused a blister to form on my lower calf. Wearing tall socks essentially solves this problem, but I still avoid walking around in these shoes because of the abrasive collar. I find it a little ironic that my most comfortable pair of Dainese riding shoes to wear on the bike are the least comfortable to wear off the bike. C’est la vie! I’d still recommend these boots for riding either in the city or in the canyons. The women’s Motorshoe D1 style also comes in a waterproof version. Shop for Dainese Motorshoe D1 Air Lady Boots here Dainese Torque D1 Out Lady Boots – $400I am so incredibly happy that I invested in these track boots despite already owning Alpinestars Stella SMX-6 boots at the time. Torque D1 Out boots are the best multi-use track boot available in women’s sizes, in my opinion. There are so few styles of women’s track boots available that offer the same amount of protection as top-level men’s boots. It’s as if most gear manufacturers refuse to acknowledge that girls can be just as hardcore as guys. Dainese knows better! I have complete confidence that Torque D1 Out Lady boots will protect my feet and ankles in almost any accident, and I wear them every time I go on a moto adventure or do a track day. I get the impression that a lot of women steer away from wearing track boots because they look so dorky off the bike. Here’s the deal: even if track boots make you look like a Power Ranger, they make you feel like a badass. I’ve actually gotten compliments from other riders on how cool they look. So, as far as track boots go, they’re not bad! There’s really no such thing as too much gear on a bike. Therefore, even if you’re not a track racer you should still invest in some seriously protective boots. The streets are much more dangerous than the track, after all. The Torque Out boots are chock full of safety features; the most important safety feature being the TPU D-Axial system. The outer ankle protection flexes on a hinge, which allows you to easily move your toe up and down while preventing your foot and ankle from twisting sideways. Torque D1 Out boots also feature an inner ankle brace with a speed lacing system. Torque D1 Out boots have super light and replaceable magnesium toe sliders, magnesium inserts on the outer side and heel, a TPU rear inner insert, a nylon heel, reinforced nylon toe, a nylon inner hull, and Dainese’s D-Stone fabric. The standard version still vents surprisingly well due to the air canalization system. The closure system on these boots is a combination of Velcro wings, which adjust the width of the calf, and a zipper up the back of the boot. The adjustable Velcro winglets can make the boots tight enough to fit snugly around skinny calves in thin jeans, or wide enough to accommodate thicker calves wrapped in leather pants. Because there are no Velcro flaps on the sides, there is no spare material to catch on the bike; just a streamlined, low-profile design. I actually upgraded to these boots from Alpinestars Stella SMX-6 boots because I found those boots to be too wide and bulky around my narrow calves. That being said, Alpinestars fits wider feet and calves much better than Dainese. So, shop according to your body type! Usually, when I find myself on a longer ride, I end up visiting beautiful places that beg to be explored. My Torque D1 Out boots have been used as hiking boots on more than one occasion. You’d think that track boots would be terribly uncomfortable, but they’re actually very light and comfortable to walk in! Again, Dainese boots fit average to narrow feet the best. Some of my friends who own the same boots have had issues with the sliders on the toe or heel falling off. This is inconvenient, but Dainese offers replacement parts and a two-year warranty. The only downside I’ve personally noticed is they tend to squeak a ton when I walk. Really, that’s the only downside I can think of. I love these boots. If they fit you, buy them. Shop for Dainese Torque D1 Out Lady Boots here Owning a range of different styles of riding shoes and boots allows me to always wear appropriate protection and feel comfortable in any circumstance. If you are a new rider shopping for your first moto boot or you have a limited budget, my advice would be to find a middle ground with a shoe like the Motorshoe D1 that is balanced enough to wear all the time. Truthfully, sometimes even I don’t want to wear my gear. Having casual options like the Street Rocker sneaker guarantees that I will always wear some form of protection, even if it’s light. Best of all, my beloved Torque D1 Out boots allow my mother to sleep at night, even when she knows I’m out being a wild one. Be prepared, be protected, and just send it, ladies. We are committed to finding, researching, and recommending the best products. We earn commissions from purchases you make using the retail links in our product reviews. Learn more about how this works. The post Women’s Gear Review: Dainese Sport Boots and Shoes appeared first on Motorcycle.com. Motorcycles via Motorcycle.com https://ift.tt/2Std7JO July 24, 2019 at 03:09PM
MotoGP News - Andrea Dovizioso: MotoGP rivals outdeveloped Ducati in 2019 season
https://ift.tt/2Kdzlgv Andrea Dovizioso believes Ducati's MotoGP rivals have made more progress with their bikes in 2019 than his manufacturer has... Motogp Motorcycle Racing News via MotoGP news - Autosport https://ift.tt/2uOa9Ei July 24, 2019 at 10:08AM |
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