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Here's the only picture we've seen on release of Ducati's new bike the DIAVEL which is being official released at the Milan show. Ducati have used  the local Bolognese dialect word for “devil” in naming their new model Diavel – pronounced Dee-ah-vel.

Technical deatils released so far include  ABS, Ducati Traction Control and Ducati Riding Modes the Superbike-derived Testastretta 11° engine and  weight of 207kg (456lb).

Ride safe.

Jon Booth
Email: webmaster@inter-bike.co.uk
Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com/
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/  

 

Kawasaki have recently announced  exciting new/revised  bikes for 2011, they are:-
The Kawasaki Z1000SX

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R
The Kawasaki VN1700 Voyager Custom
 The Kawasaki W800

The Kawasaki Z750R
These will be available to see at the forthcoming Carol Nash Live event at Birmingham’s NEC later this year. More info about these models can be found on the www.inter-bike.co.uk site.

 Ride safe.

Jon Booth
Email: webmaster@inter-bike.co.uk
Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com/
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/ 

Ducati previewed their 2011 range at the recent INTERMOT motorcycle show in Cologne with updates for the Superbike, Monster and Streetfighter.

In their Superbike range Ducati showed of the new Ducati 848 EVO with 140hp on tap  and  equipped with Brembo Monobloc callipers and steering damper with a stunning new “arctic white” livery with sporty red wheels and red frame.

Additionally in the Superbike range, the standard 1198 is enhanced with the addition of Ducati Traction Control (DTC), the Ducati Data Analyser (DDA) and the brand new Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) fitted as standard equipment on all versions. For 2011, their is a new 1198 SP, which enhances the previous 'S' version by rolling out 2011 Ducati 848EVO in Artic Whitee quipped with DTC, DQS, DDA, Ohlins TTX rear suspension, slipper clutch and aluminium fuel tank in addition to the usual Ohlins front suspension, forged Marchesini wheels and lightweight carbon fibre components.


The 2011 Streetfighter has  a new arctic white colour scheme while the Streetfighter S has new colour schemes of red with red frame or diamond black with racing black frame, both with black wheels. A black radiator cover on all versions completes the Streetfighter's aesthetic updates.


Meanwhile the entry level Monster 696 gets new 43mm Marzocchi forks and enhanced ergonomics, including 20mm higher handlebars and a new rear sub-frame designed to accept the user-friendly passenger grab-rail kit available as a Ducati Performance accessory. The Monster 696 has two new colour schemes of “dark stealth” and “stone white”. The Monster 796, also adopts Marzocchi front suspension.

Ride safe.

Jon Booth
Email: webmaster@inter-bike.co.uk
Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com/
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/

The rush to release elctric vehicles continues, with Yamaha showing off its new electric bike the EC-03 at the recent INTERMOT motorcycle show in Cologne.

The EC-03 has a choice of two motor modes. When riders need to boost their speed, they can switch from Standard mode to a special Power mode at the touch of a button.

Due to its lightweight build and slim proportions, the EC-03 can also be carried in a car or caravan.

The EC-03 will be in Yamaha dealers throughout Europe from the beginning of 2011.

Ride safe

Jon Booth
Email: webmaster@inter-bike.co.uk
Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com/
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/

Here is the official Bennetts Ultimate Track Day with James Toseland 2010 video. All we can say it was a fantastsic day, you can read our experience of the track day here.

Ride safe

Jon Booth
Email: webmaster@inter-bike.co.uk
Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com/
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/

At the recent INTERMOT Cologne motorcycle show Yamaha showed off its conceptual Worldcrosser based on their Super Ténéré. With the addition of a few specialist components and the replacement of some of the standard parts the bike really looks like it could take you round the world. Unfortunately Yamaha do not have any plans to put it in to production. For UK fans of the Super Ténéré, the Worldcrosser will be shown at the forth coming Carol Nash Motorcycle Live Show at the NEC starting on Saturday 27th November.

Ride safe.

Jon Booth
Email: webmaster@inter-bike.co.uk
Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com/
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/

Following on from our are recent attendance at Bennetts 80th Birthday bash track day with former World Superbike Champion James Toseland at Cadwell Park last month, here's a great video of James riding round Cadwell Park, showing you how it's really done!

Check out our feature article about our track day with James Toseland here.

Ride safe.

Jon Booth
Email: webmaster@inter-bike.co.uk
Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com/
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/

At the recent INTERMOT Cologne motorcycle show, Yamaha showed off a very unusual version of their legendary VMAX, the bike is upholstered in leather by Hermès.

Ride safe.

Jon Booth
Email: webmaster@inter-bike.co.uk
Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com/
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/

Have you checked out www.inter-bike.co.uk's recent interview with James Toseland yet?

Ride safe.

Jon Booth
Email: webmaster@inter-bike.co.uk
Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com/
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/

At last weeks INTERMOT Cologne motorcycle show, motorcycle manufacturing giant Honda announced several new colour schemes for various models in 2011, but surprisingly no new models. To summarise here are the new colour details:-

• CBR1000RR Fireblade - HRC tricolour version
• CBR1000RR Fireblade - Repsol Racing livery
• CBR1000RR Fireblade - Graphite Black
• CBR600RR - Orange/Grey Metallic Special Edition
• CBR600RR - Tricolour
• CBR600RR- Graphite Black
• VFR1200 ABS - Black Metallic/Silver Metallic 
• CBF1000F ABS - Dynamic Red
• CBF1000F ABS  - Tricolour
• XL700V ABS Transalp - Grey Metallic
• NT700V ABS Deauville - 2 new colours

Ride safe.

Jon Booth
Email: webmaster@inter-bike.co.uk
Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com/
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/

At last weeks German motorcycle industry show at INTERMOT Cologne, KTM revealed three new innovations. Firstly the KTM 125 DUKE which they describe as "THE" ultimate motorcycle for young riders. It will be available from spring 2011.

An updated KTM 990 SM T with the addition of a specially developed ABS braking system.


The new 1190 RC8 R TRACK, which is a ready to race version of the RC8. Its built by the RC8 Motor Sports Division, and is described as the perfect hobby and Superstock racer.

Ride safe.

Jon Booth
Email: webmaster@inter-bike.co.uk
Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com/
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/

BMW have launched not one but two new models powered by their new in-line six cylinder 1600cc engine at the German motorcycle show at INTERMOT Cologne this week.

The K 1600 GT is described as the "the new benchmark for dynamic, cross-continent touring", whilst the K 1600 GTL is described as "the pinnacle of luxury, long-distance motorcycle touring". You can find out more about these two luxury BMW motorcycles on www.inter-bike.co.uk.

Ride safe.

Jon Booth
Email: webmaster@inter-bike.co.uk
Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com/
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/

Suzuki have launched three brand new models at the INTERMOT Motorcycle Show in Cologne this week. All-new GSX-R600 and GSX-R750 models, along witha new naked middleweight - the GSR750. Find out more details of these new Suzuki models on www.inter-bike.co.uk.

Ride safe.

Jon Booth
Email: webmaster@inter-bike.co.uk
Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com/
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/

Bennetts have released another great video from their Bennetts Babes Bikini Bike Wash with a behind the scenes video of Lucy and the girsl all getting lathered up. It's all in the name of Motorcycle Insurance and biking you know! :-)



Enjoy it, we know we did.

Ride safe

Jon Booth
Email: webmaster@inter-bike.co.uk
Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com/
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/