This week Suzuki GB have announced the release of a refined and upgraded V-Strom 650, giving this popular but long serving model a further lease of life. The revised model is due for release in August with an RRP of just £6899.
New Suzuki V-Strom 650A
New Suzuki V-Strom 650A
New Suzuki V-Strom 650 A's
New Suzuki V-Strom 650A
Technical highlights include:
* New engine with increased performance * All-new styling * 6KG Weight reduction * ABS * New Instruments (including gear indicator, ambient temperature, Ice warning, fuel consumption) * All-new three-way adjustable screen * Revised seat (with low and tall optional accessory) * Comprehensive accessory range available.
This week Suzuki GB have announced the release of a refined and upgraded V-Strom 650, giving this popular but long serving model a further lease of life. The revised model is due for release in August with an RRP of just £6899.
New Suzuki V-Strom 650A
New Suzuki V-Strom 650A
New Suzuki V-Strom 650 A's
New Suzuki V-Strom 650A
Technical highlights include:
* New engine with increased performance * All-new styling * 6KG Weight reduction * ABS * New Instruments (including gear indicator, ambient temperature, Ice warning, fuel consumption) * All-new three-way adjustable screen * Revised seat (with low and tall optional accessory) * Comprehensive accessory range available.
Famous people. Unless their last name is Kardashian or Hilton, they usually have a skill, or talent, or have accomplished something that other people respect or perhaps aspire to themselves. They provide inspiration, even if your own goal is not the same as theirs. They command admiration.
They are just like us. But better. At least in some aspect of their lives, be it leading a nation, playing a sport, singing, acting or working and creating for motorcycling's greatest racers.
Not everyone has the opportunity to meet the famous, accomplished person that inspires them. Its a downside of being famous, of course. You are forced to spend all of your time with other famous, accomplished people, isolated from such pleasures like taking a bus with the common folk.
And even fewer of us, when we do meet the person we have admired from afar, discover that the person behind all the skill, determination, and talent is even more deserving of admiration than his or her accomplishments.
In case you hadn't picked up on it, I am a longtime admirer of Aldo Drudi's experience and accomplishments: Drudi Performance. And not just because I race motorcycles and am an avid racing fan.
Granted, Aldo Drudi is a walking institution for motorcycle racing. But he has also succeeded at all levels, with all types and eras of racing personalities. He has adapted to all of the changes in technology and gear, not only within the motorcycle industry, but within his own trade as well. It would be impossible not to be inspired by all that he has done and accomplished.
Yet, after meeting Aldo Drudi, I am an even bigger admirer of the person. It is amazing to me that the most famous designer in motorcycling racing, is so humble, generous, and well, (almost) ordinary. And somehow still genuinely interested about the people in a small family-owned motorcycle shop.
A true gentleman and a truly great person. I am honored that he calls me a friend.
Famous people. Unless their last name is Kardashian or Hilton, they usually have a skill, or talent, or have accomplished something that other people respect or perhaps aspire to themselves. They provide inspiration, even if your own goal is not the same as theirs. They command admiration.
They are just like us. But better. At least in some aspect of their lives, be it leading a nation, playing a sport, singing, acting or working and creating for motorcycling's greatest racers.
Not everyone has the opportunity to meet the famous, accomplished person that inspires them. Its a downside of being famous, of course. You are forced to spend all of your time with other famous, accomplished people, isolated from such pleasures like taking a bus with the common folk.
And even fewer of us, when we do meet the person we have admired from afar, discover that the person behind all the skill, determination, and talent is even more deserving of admiration than his or her accomplishments.
In case you hadn't picked up on it, I am a longtime admirer of Aldo Drudi's experience and accomplishments: Drudi Performance. And not just because I race motorcycles and am an avid racing fan.
Granted, Aldo Drudi is a walking institution for motorcycle racing. But he has also succeeded at all levels, with all types and eras of racing personalities. He has adapted to all of the changes in technology and gear, not only within the motorcycle industry, but within his own trade as well. It would be impossible not to be inspired by all that he has done and accomplished.
Yet, after meeting Aldo Drudi, I am an even bigger admirer of the person. It is amazing to me that the most famous designer in motorcycling racing, is so humble, generous, and well, (almost) ordinary. And somehow still genuinely interested about the people in a small family-owned motorcycle shop.
A true gentleman and a truly great person. I am honored that he calls me a friend.
Suzuki GSX1250FA Review ;'A revamped cruiser with brandishing resolutions but truant notable mechanics or a race-winning family is effectively neglected. Drop in the 2011 GSX1250FA, a semi-brand new model from Suzuki hurting for promoting superlatives but conveying the crucial values that involve an equipped cruiser, i.e., display and pleasure at a reasonable cost.
The Suzuki GSX1250FA is the bicycle a recognizing motorcyclist will select of a line-up of overly represented a respectable level of expertise sportbikes or stout wear-tourers underlining the recent part of the compound title. Additionally its standard gear non-seizing brakes, the GSX1250FA is basic in its work in progress and assembled to be ridden wherever, at whatever time by a motorcyclist who qualities flexibility over exaggeration.
Stripped of its Bandit moniker, in utilization on account of the Bandit 400′s U.S. presentation in 1991, the GSX1250FA in addition contrasts from its antecedent by method of full-fairing makeup. Less conspicuous overhauls incorporate heavier fork springs and firmer bounce back damping, and a more radiator fan to repay for the misfortune of wind current from the full-coverage bodywork. Suzuki’s brand new GSX1250FA offers stupendous esteem and wide flexibility in the vast-bore energetic bicycle class.
Suzuki GSX1250FA Review ;'A revamped cruiser with brandishing resolutions but truant notable mechanics or a race-winning family is effectively neglected. Drop in the 2011 GSX1250FA, a semi-brand new model from Suzuki hurting for promoting superlatives but conveying the crucial values that involve an equipped cruiser, i.e., display and pleasure at a reasonable cost.
The Suzuki GSX1250FA is the bicycle a recognizing motorcyclist will select of a line-up of overly represented a respectable level of expertise sportbikes or stout wear-tourers underlining the recent part of the compound title. Additionally its standard gear non-seizing brakes, the GSX1250FA is basic in its work in progress and assembled to be ridden wherever, at whatever time by a motorcyclist who qualities flexibility over exaggeration.
Stripped of its Bandit moniker, in utilization on account of the Bandit 400′s U.S. presentation in 1991, the GSX1250FA in addition contrasts from its antecedent by method of full-fairing makeup. Less conspicuous overhauls incorporate heavier fork springs and firmer bounce back damping, and a more radiator fan to repay for the misfortune of wind current from the full-coverage bodywork. Suzuki’s brand new GSX1250FA offers stupendous esteem and wide flexibility in the vast-bore energetic bicycle class.
Aldo and Elena's south Florida vacation lasted one week, during which time they visited Aldo's brother and enjoyed the sun, food, and Key West ambiance. I would spend the week telling anyone who would listen, whether they wanted to or not, about Aldo Drudi's visit and my future Drudi Performance, Drudi-designed, race helmet.
Aldo and Elena returned on the Multistada right on schedule. The bike was immaculate. Aldo was concerned the fuel level was too low and tried to take the bike back out to fill the tank.
Aldo and Elena with their Multistrada and the Ducati Forza truck
Luckily, my dad, Eric, was there with me this time to help convince him to relinquish the keys and come back to the shop for a farewell expresso (in Ducati expresso cups, of course) and a chance for him to sign some helmets sporting the Drudi Performance insignia and his designs.
Me, Aldo Drudi, and my dad, Eric
Aldo was very gracious with signing the helmets, even if he couldn't figure out why we all laughed as he insisted he wasn't famous enough to give an autograph worth having!
The next day, my son, Nicholas, and I drove to the hotel to pick up Aldo and Elena for their return trip to the airport and home to Italy. It was, as expected, a good drive to the airport. Aldo and Elena were a genuine and gracious on their departure as upon their arrival, and we chatted about silly politicians (always good to know that the U.S. doesn't have a monopoly on legislative absurdity), and south Florida driving.
Although, both Aldo and I were somewhat confused when Nicholas, when asked if he might be planning to become the next Valentino Rossi, responded that he would be starting Supermoto this year. Um, really, Nico? Ever going to tell your parents this?
Oh, and Aldo Drudi invited me and my family to Italy. Even better than the helmet!
Aldo and Elena's south Florida vacation lasted one week, during which time they visited Aldo's brother and enjoyed the sun, food, and Key West ambiance. I would spend the week telling anyone who would listen, whether they wanted to or not, about Aldo Drudi's visit and my future Drudi Performance, Drudi-designed, race helmet.
Aldo and Elena returned on the Multistada right on schedule. The bike was immaculate. Aldo was concerned the fuel level was too low and tried to take the bike back out to fill the tank.
Aldo and Elena with their Multistrada and the Ducati Forza truck
Luckily, my dad, Eric, was there with me this time to help convince him to relinquish the keys and come back to the shop for a farewell expresso (in Ducati expresso cups, of course) and a chance for him to sign some helmets sporting the Drudi Performance insignia and his designs.
Me, Aldo Drudi, and my dad, Eric
Aldo was very gracious with signing the helmets, even if he couldn't figure out why we all laughed as he insisted he wasn't famous enough to give an autograph worth having!
The next day, my son, Nicholas, and I drove to the hotel to pick up Aldo and Elena for their return trip to the airport and home to Italy. It was, as expected, a good drive to the airport. Aldo and Elena were a genuine and gracious on their departure as upon their arrival, and we chatted about silly politicians (always good to know that the U.S. doesn't have a monopoly on legislative absurdity), and south Florida driving.
Although, both Aldo and I were somewhat confused when Nicholas, when asked if he might be planning to become the next Valentino Rossi, responded that he would be starting Supermoto this year. Um, really, Nico? Ever going to tell your parents this?
Oh, and Aldo Drudi invited me and my family to Italy. Even better than the helmet!
Motociclismo.it claims it has the first shots of the new 2012 Ducati Superbike. It also claims that the expected moniker for the new machine will be the Ducati XTreme.
Even with the rumored rumored 20bhp increase and, thanks to an ultra short-stroke v-twin and monocoque “frameless” design, a mere 350lbs fighting-weight, a little bit of my inner Ducatista may have just died.
XTreme? Seriously? You know, because tacky Red Bull-fueled gimmicks and cheap ESPN knock-off names really go with the whole timeless concept of Ducati as the Italian embodiment of classic grace and eloquence.
Motociclismo.it claims it has the first shots of the new 2012 Ducati Superbike. It also claims that the expected moniker for the new machine will be the Ducati XTreme.
Even with the rumored rumored 20bhp increase and, thanks to an ultra short-stroke v-twin and monocoque “frameless” design, a mere 350lbs fighting-weight, a little bit of my inner Ducatista may have just died.
XTreme? Seriously? You know, because tacky Red Bull-fueled gimmicks and cheap ESPN knock-off names really go with the whole timeless concept of Ducati as the Italian embodiment of classic grace and eloquence.
