Win a great Ducati mountain bike
2 September 2010
Motorcycle insurance customers with an eco-friendly bent of mind have been given a unique opportunity by Ducati UK.
The reputed bike manufacturer is giving its loyal fans a rare chance to win a Ducati branded mountain bike.
Each of the three Bianchi mountain bikes is individually priced at £500. Some of the distinguishing features of the bikes include Shimano Altus 24 sp, suspension forks from Suntour as well as an ultra light frame made from aluminium.
One of the three can be won by a lucky Ducati enthusiast by simply booking a demonstration ride at any of the company's dealerships across the country.
Those interested can choose from the current 2010 line-up that includes the Monster range, the Multistrada, the Streetfighter, the Hypermotard as well as any of the Superbikes.
The name of the winner of the mountain bike will be drawn out of a random ballot.
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Stoner gets new forks ahead of MotoGP Indianapolis
26 August 2010
Motorcycle insurance customers will be happy to know that Ducati rider Casey Stoner is back in the running for a win.
The ace biker is hoping that the front forks tried out in the official testing in Brno will give him the needed edge to ride to victory in Indianapolis.
Speaking to the MotoGP website, Stoner said: "We'll start out on Friday with the new front fork because our first impressions of it were good although we still have to decide whether we'll use it for the race."
Since the start of the season this year, the biker had reported problems with the front wheel of his bike, which suffered the loss of traction on several occasions.
It is hoped that the new forks fitted to his Ducati Desmosedici GP10 will make a difference to his riding ability.
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Yamaha unveils off-road bikes
24 August 2010
Bike insurance customers can look forward Yamaha's brand new 2011 off-road bikes that will be available for sale by the end of this month.
The new line-up is the perfect marriage of innovation and technology and includes a wide variety of four-stroke and two-stroke models.
Customers will no doubt be spoilt for choice as the range features the exclusive YZ450F famed for its reverse cylinder technology as well as the YZ250F, the bike of choice for riding pro Zach Osborne.
Also on offer are the YZ250, YZ125 and YZ85 alongside biking big-wigs such as WR250F and WR450F.
Recently, Yamaha announced that its Vity 125 scooter, which was the best-selling two-wheeler in 2009 is still maintaining its lead this year. The motorcycle manufacturer is also offering customers the chance to have their vehicle customised with a retro look for an additional £29.99 charge.
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Women bikers not keen on pink, says expert
20 August 2010
Female motorcycle insurance customers are not hung up on pink and feminised gear, is has been pointed out.
Motor expert CAP has warned that dealers trying to lure female riders through customised gear targeted at women may actually be alienating them.
The news is especially worrying as 2010 has seen new bike sales drop by seven per cent.
Alan Elsworth, editor of CAP Green Book, said: "The advice is, don't tar women with a pink brush and instead realise that if women are better understood a still largely untapped market is probably there for the taking."
He also pointed out that bike dealerships run by a husband and wife duo are more successful than others because they are able to connect better with female customers.
At present, female riders account for ten to 15 per cent of the biking population, claimed CAP.
Earlier this week, research conducted by New York University warned motorcyclists that foam used as padding in helmets may not often provide protection during high speed crashes.
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Foam in helmets 'not always useful'
17 August 2010
Motorcycle insurance customers will be keen to know that foam, which is often used as padding in helmets, does not always provide adequate protection.
According to new research carried out by the New York University (NYU) and its Polytechnic Institute found that foam offers protection only when compressed at slow speeds.
Furthermore, it was found that foam can be as dangerous as any other hard surface when hit at high speeds.
Nikhil Gupta, of NYU-Polytechnic's department of mechanical engineering, said: "The foam materials that seem soft when slowly compressed can actually become much stiffer as the loading rate is increased.
"A foam that would crush when slowly compressed can cause injury if punched hard."
The revelations follow from recent news that government Budget cuts are sparking off protests from road users who are concerned about speed cameras being switched off.
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Footman James Classic Motorbike Show
4 August 2010
Motorcycle insurance customers can look forward to a new bike event launched by the organisers of the Footman James Classic Motor Show.
The off-shoot event will be organised in tandem with the original show at Birmingham's NEC from November 12th to 14th.
Show manager Andy Rouse explained: "We've increased the presence of classic motorbikes into the show over the past two years and it has been so successful that it has outgrown the space and can now stand as its own event."
As part of the attractions, organisers are planning on treating visitors to live entertainment featuring some of the classic and trial bikes that would be on display during the event.
Visitors will also have the opportunity to enjoy popular show attractions such as the Bike Jumble and the Pride of Ownership competition.
Recently, the Motor Cycle Industry Association criticised the government for ignoring electric scooters, bikes and mopeds in its Plug-in Car Grant.
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Reynolds to ride Suzuki bike
2 August 2010
Bike insurance customers may be excited to know that celebrity racer John Reynolds will be riding Suzuki the GSV-R MotoGP as part of a special parade to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the GSX-R range.
The link between Reynolds and the GSX-R series goes a long way. The British Superbike Champion won the 2004 title on his Rizla Suzuki GSX-R1000. Reynolds was the first biker to win the race on a 1000cc four cylinder motorbike.
Reynolds said: "The GSX-R range is naturally very special to me. I clinched my last championship on one, but it's also the bike I have the fondest memories of.
"I'm absolutely delighted to be given the honour of riding the GSV-R800 at Brands Hatch for the celebrations and can't wait to put the old leathers back on and lap in front of the crowds again."
Recently, Suzuki rider Matiss Karro finished in the 14th position at the MX2 World Championship in Lommel, Belgium.
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