Motorcycle Trends | ZEVS Electric Motorcycle

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Created by designers Bernhard Ranner, Anders August Kittilsen and Rudolf Stefanich, they are marketing their concept motorbike ZEVS as the electric motorcycle design for "real men."

The motorcycle design includes a futuristic look that does give a hint of choppers and Harley's, although the sound (or lack of it) has always been a problem for electric motorcycles hitting the market.

I do like the futuristic look of the bike, which when it comes to motorcycles making headway in the market, design is one of the key factors in successfully introducing them at a profit.

With cool electric motorcycle designs like the ZEVS, we should see more acceptance of them as people gradually embrace electric as one means of transportation.

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OCC Builds Electric Motorcycle

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Don't tell me Orange County Choppers have sold out by building this no-noise electric motorcycle for Siemens. Said it ain't so Paul Sr.

Picture driving down the street on a bunch of noiseless moving wheels. Yawn!

While you can see the quality of the bike design itself, as that's surety with Orange County Choppers, the idea of building it for Siemens is disgusting.

As far as the bike, it allegedly can travel 60 miles on a charge, while hitting speeds up to 100 mph. You have to charge the trinket in a 110-volt socket for five hours to be able to ride it. It includes a 27-hp electric motor.

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Motorcycle Trends | Scorpion EXO-900 Helmet

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The newest motorcycle helmet - the Scorpion EXO-900 - is the latest addition to riding safely; for those in extreme sports, as well as everyday riders.

This could even get those who prefer to ride without a helmet a reason to get one, as it's great for year round with the 3/4 helmnet, flip front modular and full face helmut in one.

The latest state-of-the-art fog free technology is used for the EverClear No-Fog Faceshield, and the SpeedView Sun Visor, which is retractable, includes a hardened coating which is anti-scratch. Both of these can be removed simply with no tools, making them even more attractive to the user.

For the helmet itself, it has a moisture-wicking breathable liner along with an AirFit helmet pump inflation system which will result in a customized fit for each user. You can't get any better than that.

Add this to the Dainese-d-air airbags and motorcycle riders are getting a lot of great and cool equipment to aid in safely, and look great at the same time. The Scorpion EXO-900 Helmet definitely adds to that trend.

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Bicycle Trends | Future City Mobility

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This is an interesting concept from Marten Wallgren and friends who imagined what traffic in London would be like in 2030. From there they looked developing an idea related to car-free-zones; and so the focus on this unique bicycle designed to work within a system in central London.

It's described this way:

"Allowing a special designed bicycle/scooter to be well integrated with the infrastructure as well as becoming a part of the interior of the busses and taxis. Inside London Garden, the users have more awerness of the individual energy consumption. In fact, the energy that you create while biking is used as a currency while docking the bicycle into the bus or taxi."

A unique bus is also figured into the equation which would be used the charge the combination bike-scooter, so you could use either option when getting off.

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Custom Designed Chanel Motorcycle

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I like it when businesses of any type get a customized motorcycle made for marketing purposes, as usually all stops are pulled and a very nice customized bike is created; and that's the case with Karl Lagerfeld and Chanel, which showed of their customized motorcycle at the Chanel boutique on Rue Royale in Paris.

Along with models Lara Stone and Baptiste Giacobini he was in Paris shooting the press kit for their 'Starting Point' pre-spring collection.

Motorcyles designed well never fail as a prop, and this one for Chanel doesn't fall short in that regard. Nice looking bike.

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Bicycle Trends | Team Tentakulus

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The latest bike from Team Tentakulus looks like a hybrid bicycle/motorcycle, and the look is very cool.

Even though at first glance it looks like a hybrid, in reality its a greatly-designed bike that is just very compelling and makes you want to go out and get one.

Dubbed the Chopper Shocker, this should definitely catch on among those who love a good ride while getting the attention and envy of those around them.

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Marotti’s Trike Motorcycle Car

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From the front and three-quarters view, this three-wheel car, trike - or whatever you want to call it - from Marotti, has the look and feel of something from outer space or a former sci fi film. The side view of the vehicle leaves a lot to be desired, and wasn't though out too well in my opinion, but otherwise isn't too bad.

The inclusion of tail fins and rudders makes you think of the 60s, along with the sleed body design.

According to Poland-based Marrotti, it's "as dynamic as a motorcycle and, at the same time, as safe and easy to drive as a car." Maybe we could call it a carcycle, or something like that!

The 750cc V-four 100 horsepower motorcycle engine from Honda pushes the 970-pound car pretty good, and would be a lot of fun to try.

Now what is its use again?






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Dark Knight Motorcycle Suit

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Now this is very cool. Any motorcycle rider that is a fan of the Dark Knight, or Batman, can now dressed as the caped crusader with the latest motorcycle outfit from Universal Designs.

I could see doing some riding in your garb, and then coming home and doing some cosplay on the side.

Included in the awesome duds are body armor that is literally made of Kevlar and Molded leather, which is approved by CE for the jacket and pants.

The need to stretch just like the most recent Dark Knight film is acknowledged by the designers, and so spandex at in places where it can stretch in all direction via the inserts.

The base of the suit is made of heavy duty Cordura mesh, while the suit itelf is made of cow hide. Sweet!

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Motorcycle Trends | Dainese D-Air Airbags for Motorcycles

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We've started to see a trend emerging in the motorcycle world as bike performance and speeds are increasing at such a rate that safety of the riders is becoming even more of a concern.

The latest entry into the field is the Dainese D-Air airbag, which differentiates itself by not having to have the rider on the bike in order to triger the inflatable.

Existing motorcycle airbags require the rider to leave the bike before they trigger.

Why this is important is many riders never leave their bikes but crash while still sitting on the seat. This would add extra protection for those moment.



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