Harley-Davidson Softail Blackline Corbin Seat

Corbin has released its Dual Tour Saddle for Harley-Davidson's new 2011-2012 Softail Blackline.

Corbin has a long history of designing saddles that look as good as they perform and this Dual Tour is no exception.

2012 Phillip Island World Superbike

Between this week and last week, the Aprilia Racing Team of Max Biaggi and Eugene Laverty were on the Phillip Island circuit in Australia for some private and official World Superbike tests.

2012 Ducati Wallpaper

The cheapest entrance into the world of Ducati is without a doubt the Monster 696. But for some, the 696 is a bit small.

The next step is the 796, a much bolder brother. And for 2012, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer offers the 796 in three colors: Ducati Red, Arctic Silk White and Diamond Black Silk.

Motorcycle Jacket

River Road's new Mesa jacket consists of premium, heavy-weight leather to provide superior comfort with added protection and comes packed with features that make this jacket second to none.

World Superbike History

When the 2012 World Superbike Championship throttles into action this weekend at Phillip Island, Australia, the series will begin its 25th year.

And with these years arrives a history rich with many statistics. Did you know that Ducati has won 51-percent of all World SBK races? These stat and more are listed below.

2012 Aprilia Motorcycle

Building on the success of the incredible RSV4 superbike platform, the 2012 Aprilia Tuono V4 R is a serious unfaired upright streetfighting machine.

Even with the motor retuned for the street, the Tuono puts out a staggering 167 horses at 11,500 rpm and 82 ft/lbs of torque 2000 rpm earlier.

2012 Ducati MotoGP

The Ducati Team completed a three-day private test at Jerez Wednesday, although Valentino Rossi and Nicky Hayden weren't at the controls of the GP12.

Harley-Davidson Modular Motorcycle Helmet

The new men's fiberglass Passage Modular Helmet with Retractable Sun Shield (P/N 98380-12 VM, $375) from the Harley-Davidson MotorClothes line is engineered for maximum versatility.

2012 MotoGP CRT Testing

A few CRT (Claiming Rule Teams) wrapped the second day of three in a private test Tuesday at Jerez, with Randy De Puniet taking the top time aboard the Power Electronics Aspar Team ART.

2012 Daytona Bike Week

Harley-Davidson will fire up the riding season at Daytona Bike Week 2012 with a collection of the latest and greatest motorcycles and more at Riverfront Park on Beach Street and at Daytona International Speedway.

2012 Bristol Bonhams Motorcycles

Bonhams auction of Vintage and Classic Motorcycles at The Bristol Classic Motorcycle Show on 18th February 2012 was an outstanding success selling 96 percent by lot and 94 percent by value.

World Superbike

Following a 15-year hiatus, the World Super Championship will return to Indonesia beginning in 2013.

Yamaha YZ250F Giveaway

Yamaha Motor Corporation is offering one lucky Supercross fan the chance to win a modified 2012 YZ250 F with accessories from some of the very best in the business like GYTR, FMF, Lightspeed, One Industries and Braking just to name a few.

Motorcycle Industry News

The Hinckley-based Triumph Motorcycles, the largest British motorcycle manufacturer, has selected Windchill for Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), the product development company PTC announced Tuesday.

The use of Windchill will enable Triumph to better support business growth and product development needs.

2012 Beta Trial Motorcycle

American Beta, the sole-US importer of the Italy-based Beta motorcycles, has released a new model in the states - the Evo 300 SS, the name referring to "Super Smooth."

2012 Isle of Man TT

Wigan rider John Ingram is set to become the latest rider from the British Championship paddock to turn his attention to the roads when he makes his debut at the 2012 Isle of Man TT Races fuelled by Monster Energy.

2012 AMA Supercross

With the first race - and win - under his belt, GEICO Honda's Justin Barcia is headed into this weekend's Monster Energy AMA Supercross Lites East race at the Georgia Dome relaxed and confident.

100-Octane Four-Stroke Motorcycle Fuel

Street gas isn't what it used to be. At least that's what many riders have learned after using pump gas to race their bikes in competition.

Honda Red Rider Digital Magazine

The newest edition of the Honda Red Rider digital magazine (issue 119) was released this week, and is available to download for free.

Red Rider covers all news pertaining to Honda motorcycles throughout the industry, from racing to new models to touring.

2012 World Superbike Video

The first official World Superbike test of 2012 wrapped up Tuesday at Phillip Island in Australia, with Kawasaki Racing Team's Tom Sykes taking the top time.

Biker Fusion Fundraiser

When event promoters Carrie Repp of R&R Promotions and Ken Conte of Rise Above Consulting first launched their "Biker Fusion" fundraiser, they had no idea how much the motorcycle industry and other enthusiasts would take to the idea of coming together for a party during Daytona Beach Bike Week that would benefit a great cause.

2012 Suzuki GSX-R1000 Track Video

Earlier this month, Ultimate Motorcycling's President Arthur Coldwells was at Homestead-Miami Speedway in Homestead, Fla., for the launch of the 2012 GSX-R 1000.

2012 World Superbike Private Testing Results

During the private World SBK testing at Phillip Island last week, Kawasaki's Tom Sykes lead the first day of three, and ended up second overall behind Althea Ducati's Carlos Checa.

Harley-Davidson Men's S.W.A.T. Leather Motorcycle Jacket

Built for comfort, the new men's S.W.A.T. Leather Jacket (P/N 97107-12 VM, starting at $425) from the Harley-Davidson MotorClothes line is constructed of mid-weight leather with perforated panels on the chest, back and underarms.

USA & European KTM Motorcycle Sales

The Austrian-based KTM claims it was the most successful brand in the USA and Europe in 2011, reporting sales in these two markets were up 22.4 percent over 2010.

Motorcycle Tech Article

Regardless of what's currently being used in Supercross and Motocross series throughout the world, the debate will always remain - which is better, a two-stroke or four-stroke?

2012 World Superbike

Before the start of the first official World SBK test in Phillip Island Monday morning, the Honda World Superbike team unveiled its 2012 livery with team riders Jonathan Rea and Hiroshi Aoyama.

2012 AMA Supercross

In less than three weeks, the 2012 AMA Supercross Championship heads to the famed Daytona, "home to the original Supercross since 1971."

And for fifth consecutive year, the circuit will be designed by one of the most legendary names in Supercross - Ricky Carmichael, a man who won Daytona SX five times.

Motorcycle Industry Council News

The Motorcycle Industry Council Board of Directors re-elected Larry Little last week as its chair for the next year.

Gathering for a first-quarter meeting, in conjunction with the MIC's annual meeting in Indianapolis, the board also selected other longstanding industry veterans to lead the trade association.

Lieback's Corner (#16) / 02.20.2012

In the past few years, motorcycles have done more than fulfill my needs for pleasure and speed - they've also acted as health barometers.