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Canard Tops at Red Bud; Three AMSOIL Riders in Top 5

Tuesday, July 06, 2010

Canard Tops at Red Bud; Three AMSOIL Riders in Top 5

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On the strength of his win in the second 250cc moto of the day, GEICO Powersports/AMSOIL rider Trey Canard won his class Saturday at the AMA Pro Motocross Championship RedBud National.
Canard finished fourth in the first moto and had the same average finish as Dean Wilson, who finished third and second. However, it was Canard’s win that made the ultimate difference. The key moment was his pass of Wilson late in the second moto, which sealed both the moto and overall victory.
“I knew Wilson was riding really hard,” Canard said. “I wasn’t sure he could keep that pace because he was really pushing it. I just tried to stay calm and make sure I made it through the moto.
The victory is the first of the outdoor season for Canard, who pulled to within seven points of third place in the season standings.

(Racer X Interview with Canard)

All of the AMSOIL sponsored riders improved from Moto 1 to Moto 2.
Justin Barcia finished fifth and third in his 250 motos to wind up fourth overall. He nearly captured second place in that second race during the moto’s waning minutes.
Blake Wharton suffered a busted lip after a rock from the track came up under his helmet and hit him in the mouth early in the second moto. He rallied to finish fourth in, two places higher than his first moto, and he ended fifth overall on the day.
Rookie Eli Tomac finished 10th overall on the day after finished of 12th and ninth, respectively.
On the 450cc side, Brett Metcalfe finished fifth and fourth for an overall finish of fifth on the day. He did slip to third in the season standings, but he’s only three points out of second.

The AMA Pro Motocross Championship takes a week off before resuming is schedule on July 17 at the Spring Creek National in Millville, Minn.

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The Motorcycle of the Future Has Arrived

Jeez, this thing is cool, and built in the USA!

The Motorcycle of the Future Has Arrived

This is the MotoCzysz E1PC. It is electric. It is almost certainly the most advanced motorcycle on the planet. And it is the future.

We told you moto-genius Michael Czysz — pronounced sizz — was building another contender for the TT Zero electric motorcycle race on the Isle of Man. But we caught up with him early in the build and he wasn’t providing details or pics. Now that the bike’s hit the track, Wes Siler of Hell For Leather has all the details on the MotoCzysz E1PC in a piece posted over at Popular Science.

This bike is bad-ass, no two ways about it. It has a custom-built 12.5-kilowatt-hour lithium polymer battery that can be swapped in seconds. The custom-built, oil-cooled motor generates 100 horsepower (continuous) and 250 pound-feet of torque. It all hangs from a custom frame. Of course, it’s got the usual top-shelf hardware. Ohlins. Brembo. You know the drill.

Czyzs and his crew in Portland, Oregon, were literally buttoning the bike up before the first practice session on the Isle of Man, having just gotten the body panels through customs. No one had tested the bike before, but rider Mark Miller smoked the field during practice, finishing more than three minutes ahead of the competition. The bike hit a top speed of 140 mph and lapped the 37.7-mile course at an average speed of 94.66 mph.

For all the high-tech componentry, the E1PC is designed first and foremost as a motorcycle, so it’s meant to be hammered. Many bikes racing in the TTXGP series suffer ground-clearance issues when leaning into a turn, but the E1PC has no such trouble. Siler says riders accustomed to a conventional sportbike will feel right at home on the E1PC.

Take a close look at the pics. You’re looking at the future of motorcycling.

Photos: Amadeus Photography. More after the jump and over at PopSci.

Read More http://www.wired.com/autopia/2010/06/motoczysz-e1pc/#ixzz0rsuL3EB2

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Conventional versus synthetic oil for heat reduction in motorcycles

In this Information Series Segment 52/52 Performance Tuning reveals the difference between conventional and synthetic oil in terms of heat reduction in motorcycle engine applications.

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It’s Easy To Travel Across The United States On A Harley Davidson

Alright you have completed your motorcycle training| then you received your motorcycle license. You have gone out and bought a new Harley Davidson motorcycle, now what?

Visualize getting on your big fat Harley Davidson motorbike. As you turn the key, the motorcycle begins to thunder and your adrenaline begins to well up. With the breeze on your face and street under your feet, you headed out for an experience of your life.

Before jumping on your Harley Davidson and going out and exploring, you’ll want to get a copy of Harley Davidson’s Ride Atlas. This must-have guide has a resilient rubber-like cover and contains well-planned and easy-to-read pages of scenic routes complete with comprehensive descriptions and routes.

You may also want to grab a copy of “Riding the World” by Gregory Frazier. This distinctive paperback offers expert traveling assistance to motorbike riders and comes with color photos, with chapters on routes, motorcycle preparation, sleeping, eating, what you should take, and whether to go it on your own.

You don’t need to own a Harley motorbike to embark on a journey across America. There are numerous companies that let riders to lease just about any model of Harley Davidson motorcycle. Most present travel packages that incorporate hotel accommodations, sightseeing excursions, and food. Bikers can lease a motorbike on a daily basis, weekly, or on a monthly basis.

Some motorcycle excursions are intended to provide life changing travel experiences. Ride Free offers a variety of tours plus a run from Los angeles to Los Vegas; a weekend run along the California coast; the Route 66 to Grand Canyon run; and the ever-popular Sturgis Rally.

The Sturgis Rally all started in 1938 and has developed to be a worldwide motorcycle event that attracts upwards of 500,000 Harley Davidson lovers per year. Bikers from all over join collectively to celebrate their like of Harley Davidson and the liberty they supply.

There are motorcycle rental companies that have nationwide networks hosting locations where you can select from the world’s largest rental inventory of Harley Davidson motorcycles. While some of these specializes in bike tours of San Francisco and Northern California, they even present excursions to areas across the Nation. motorcyclists can escape for a weekend or take part in a month-long cross country trip.

While roaming on a motorbike, the first detail you have to understand is you will have to pack lightly and take only the basic essentials. Pack a small back pack for individual things and include travel size bottles of everything needed. Choose things that have multiple uses such as an Army knife.

Saddle bags are said to be the greatest possibilities when it comes to storing food, clothing and personal items. Bring clothing that is versatile, effortless to take care of, and needs little room. Take along seal-able containers or plastic grocery bags to deposit unclean outfits or dispose of any trash.

If you’ll be camping, you are able to use the luggage rack or rider seat to hold camping gear. Look for lightweight gear and compact paraphernalia that might be tightly folded or rolled up. Cooking utensils should be limited to a single pot and utensil set.

If you are riding your own motorcycle, take it in for a complete check-up prior to going out on an lengthy outing. If you’re renting a motorcycle, ask the representative to offer you the written repair details on the motorbike previous to heading out on your trip.

No doubt chart your course so you understand where service stations, restaurants and camping facilities are positioned. Leave behind a copy of your course with a colleague or relative and keep a map and compass within reach so you do not get lost on your journey or while camping.

Harley bikes are one-of-a-kind motorcycles, designed for the supreme riding experience. Isn’t it time you threw your cares to the wind and ventured out for a weekend escape or a month long hiatus?

Please bear in mind before you ever jump on your Motorcycle, motorcycle safety is always first.

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Increased AMSOIL Presence in the Motorcycle Market

In addition to its long-time presence in both the amateur and professional motocross and supercross circuits, including sponsorship of the Factory Connection team, over the past several years AMSOIL has become the Official Oil of AMA Pro Road Racing, presenting partner of the AMA Pro Daytona Sportbike Class and the Official Oil of the three largest bike rallies in the nation: the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, Daytona Bike Week and Laconia Motorcycle Week.
The company’s increased presence in the motorcycle market has produced positive and impressive results. In fact, a series of recent Sport Rider and Dirt Rider reader surveys indicate AMSOIL is among the most popular oils in both the two- and four-stroke motorcycle markets. Surveys Indicate Increased AMSOIL Presence in the Motorcycle Market

 

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