New Bikes 2011: Ducati Monster 796

Ducati has decided to fill the gap between their 696 and 1100cc Monsters with this, the 796 Monster. The bike appears the be the same as the 696, except it will likely be a little faster and a little more expensive.

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MotoCzysz wins TTZero

This years all electric TTZero (formerly TTXGP) at the Isle of Man was won by MotoCzysz and their entry the Ep1c. This marks the company's first major success in motorsports. Rider Mark Miller averaged 96.82 mph.

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New Bikes 2011: Triumph Sprint GT

Triumph as updated there semi forgotten Sprint with a new model, the 2010 GT. The GT will be more touring oriented verses the ST, as in "Grand Tourer" vs. "Sport Tourer" just like BMW models. Lightly refined body work, a slight bump in power and torque should keep the Sprint fresh for a little while longer, however it will still have a tough time competing against big hitters lik the Concours and new VFR.

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MV Agusta's 675 triple around the corner?

The long rumored MV triple maybe about ready to hit the streets. Recent spy shots have revieled a protoype running around Italy. We can probably expect a 675cc inline three, not unlike the Triumph 675, wrapped up in F4-like body work. The bike should add some much needed diversity to the popular super sport category, and remember BMW and Benelli have been said to be working on bikes just like this!

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A Ducati power cruiser?

The idea of a Ducati cruiser has caught the imagination of artists from time to time. But this is perhaps the first time we've seen anything that looks like a convincing factory effort. Rumor has it Ducati is planning on branching out into the cruiser market with a product called the Vyper. Hmm... Will it be successful as a Porsche SUV? will it be shunned like the 999? is it even real? I guess we'll have to wait and see.

In related news Hell for Leather also has this shot of a supposed Ducati adventure tourer. It would seem that Ducati is very busy at this time.


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Aprilia transforms

Aprilia will be the featured motorcycle in the upcoming summer flick, Transformers Rise of the Fallen. The Italian company used the Daytona Sport bike race at Road America to show off an RSV1000 Factory dressed with Transformers graphics. And as you can see Megan Fox rides an RS125, with the ever annoying Shia LeBeouf riding bitch (an envyable position).



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KTM jumps out of Dakar

Due to rule changes motorcycles competing in the 2010 Dakar Rally will be limited to 450cc's. Rather than prep a 450cc bike KTM is pulling out of next years event. KTM, won the last eight Dakar Rallys with their 650cc race bike, said they will concentrate on the World Rally Championship. The hole left by KTM could, however, be filled with some one else say Suzki and their RMX450Z...

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