North Wales Biker Babe Search?

Xuberance Events are searching to find the Biker Babe of North Wales.

The winner of the competition will be crowned at the Motorbike Show held in Llangollen on the 1st/2nd August.

The search for the North Wales Biker Babe is being spearheaded by aspiring model Lauren Knowles (19) from Prestatyn.

Entrants will need to email a picture of themselves and a brief 50-word biography to Xuberance.
Entrants photos will be posted on the Motorbike Show website to be voted on by biker babe fans to choose the five finalists who will attend the first day of the Motorbike Show.

The winner will be chosen by a panel of judges and receive a £400 prize whicle the runners up will get £50 each.
Additionally the winner will be paid to do more promotions work on the second day of the show.

Entries for the North Wales Biker Babe competition, including the photograph and the 50 word biography, should be emailed to us@xuberance.co.uk This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and more details about the show are available at the website www.themotorcycleshow.co.uk

Ride safe.


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

All new fuel injected Suzuki RM-Z250

Suzuki now introduces fuel injection to the motocross RM-Z250, due in dealers this autumn apparently! Plus the frame swing arm and engine has had updates, read more here.


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Jon Booth
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Motorcycle fatalities drop

The MCIA have commented on the reduction of motorcycle fatalities in the DfT Transport Statistics Bulletin: Road Casualties in Great Britain - Main Results 2008.

They say:-

"493 motorcyclists were killed in 2008, the lowest number since 1996 (when 440 riders were killed) and just 26 more than the 1994-98 average of 467, the official Government baseline for road safety targets. Over the same period motorcycle use has increased over 44 per cent. These results show that mile-for-mile, motorcycling is becoming safer. "

"The reduction of 16 per cent in the number of motorcycle fatalities is a greater reduction than for road users as a whole, where fatalities for all road users have fallen just 14 per cent. The number of riders killed or seriously injured is down 10 percent on 2007, and the total number of motorcycle casualties is 8 per cent lower than in 2007."

So some positive biking news at last, though obviously 493 deaths is still 493 to many, but a 16% reduction should be applauded for all concerned who work tirelessly on improving motorcycle safety.

Ride safe.


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

inter-bike launches new motorcycle web site!

Well we've been working long hours for months to bring you a totally new and updated motorcycling website at www.inter-bike.co.uk and quietly on the night of the 20th June we switched the new web site on!

The sleek new look now enables us to bring you even more great motorcycling news and motorcycle race news in an easier to find and read format. Plus we've a huge new motorcycle video areas and we'll be quickly loading up our motorcycle picture gallery area with the vast stock of great motorcycle pictures we've got. There's are free motorcycle wallpapers of course, inter-bike cafe and our new events calendar, plus regular touring features and motorcycle features, book reviews, dvd reviews, product reviews and motorcycle road tests and reviews and not forgetting links to other great motorcycling websites, plus our range of shops offering you great motorcycling products and great motorcycling competitions.

But the best bit is you can now join inter-bike and help us continue to build "www.inter-bike.co.uk - The UK Biker site" into the best motorcycling site on the web. You can now submit pictures, videos, video links, links, news, wallapers, motorcycle games and more direct to the site for publication. So what are you all waiting for, send us those pictures, videos, biking stories and news and more to share with all bikers out there!

Hope you enjoy the new site!!!

Ride safe.


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

New Suzuki RMZ450X Enduro Racer

Suzuki have announved the launch of the new Suzuki RMZ450X Enduro Racer, this new enduro model has a re-engineered version of the 450cc race engine, while retaining fuel injection with the added bonus of electric start too.

Its expected to be on sale in dealers in the autumn.

Key Points:

Fuel Injected 450cc engine

18-inch rear wheel

Lighting Kit

Electric Start (and kick)

Digital Instruments (featuring standard and sport mode)

Sidestand

Sump guard as standard

Enduro specific suspension set-up

Ride safe.


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

Yamaha YZF-R125 Yamaha Fiat Race Replica Video

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Jon Booth
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Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/

YZF-R125 Team Yamaha Race Replica

For all you MotoGP fans out there Yamaha have just introduced the YZF-R125 Team Yamaha Race Replica.

Withg the blue and white paint and graphics of the ‘46’ MotoGP bike and the same aggressive R-series styling as the R1 and R6, its a real head turner!

Ride safe.


Jon Booth
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Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com/
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/

Sons of Anarchy - Episode 6 Video preview

For those that can't wait to see what the next episode of Sons of Anarchy contains here is a preview clip.

Episode 6 - "AK-51" (TX date is Tuesday 15th June, 10pm on Bravo)

A small favour for Piney's old war buddy turns into a big problem for SAMCRO. With Clay detained, Jax must step-up to handle the situation.





Ride safe.


Jon Booth
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Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/

Zero MX - electric dirt bike

A silent MX bike!!
Zero Motorcycles have announced the launch of a new electric dirt bike the Zero MX. It has been designed specifically for motocross and track riding which apparently because of its silent operation should make riding the bike possible in areas where noise is a problem.

The Zero MX has a new high-performance motorcycle suspension system with a extremely robust front-end and a newly developed custom rear shock with fully adjustable spring preload and easily tuned damping. The Zero MX has a19” front wheel and tyre package that will accommodate any motocross tyre.


Ride safe.


Jon Booth
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Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/

New Norton Replica Arai RX-7 GP

Norton Motorcycles has joined with Arai Helmet to create a new helmet model.

Available direct from the British manufacturer, orders are being taken immediately with delivery expected in December.

The design is similar to that which adorns the firm’s rotary NRV588 racer with a black background, the Norton logo appears on both the front and back with a waved Union flag present on both visor side pods. A chequered band – runs around the bottom.

Ride safe.


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

National BikeSafe Annual Event

Don't forget the BikeSafe annual show is at at the Metropolitan Police Training School, Hendon on Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st June 2009.

The following attractions will also be on-site:

· A wide variety of demonstration bikes to ride from the main motorcycle manufacturers

· Scooter try outs courtesy of North London Motorcycle Training Centre

· Free assessed BikeSafe Rider Skills rides using either your own bike or borrowing a manufactures machine (book a ride on the day)

· Local motorcycle/scooter dealers

· The Royal Signals White Helmets Motorcycle Display Team

· Trade stands selling clothing and accessories

· Motorcycle owners clubs

· Mattie Griffin of MG Stuntriding

· Food and drinks outlets – at subsidised prices

· Classic bikes

· Police Historic Vehicle Fleet

· Met Police Driving School car skid pan demonstration sessions

· Police dog displays

· Police horses

· Police and air ambulance (HEMS) helicopters

· London Fire Brigade and London Ambulance Service (with exciting and informative full interactive Road Traffic Collision displays by all three Emergency Services)

· Seated auditorium for lectures using the National Bikesafe DVD

· Motorcycle wall of death

· East Coast FMX stunt display

· Members of the Met’s Special Escort Group, CO19 Firearms Section, the Territorial Support Group and many more …….

· A 10m square screen to view the BSB round at Snetterton



For free ride-outs it is essential to bring a driving licence - card and counterpart.

Ride safe.


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

New Moto Guzzi Stelvio NTX 1200cc ABS

Moto Guzzi have announced the release of the Moto Guzzi Stelvio NTX 1200cc ABS. This adventure style motorcycle is named after the Stelvio Pass, the highest tarmac road in the Italian Eastern Alps with 84 hairpin bends and rising to an altitude of 2758 metres.

You can find out more details of this new adventure motorbike on www.inter-bike.co.uk

Ride safe.


Jon Booth
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Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/

Moto Guzzi Griso 8V Special Edition

Moto Guzzi have just announced the release throughout Europe of a special edition of the Griso, know as the Moto Guzzi Griso 8V Special Edition. Topically as the Isle of Man TT is currently on, the “Tenni” colour scheme of this new Griso edition is taken from Italian Moto Guzzi racing legend Omobono Tenni, the first Italian ever to win at the Isle of Man TT.
Further details of this new Moto Guzzi motorbike are available 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/

H.O.G. Million Mile Monday

H.O.G. Million Mile Monday is the 29th June. Last year H.O.G. members rode an amazing 3 million miles on the first Million Mile Monday, this year the target is 5 million miles.
Watch the video to see how to take part.



Ride safe.


Jon Booth
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Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com/
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/

Aerox Team Yamaha Race Replica Scooter

For those MotoGP and Valentino Rossi fans out there, Yamaha have just released their 50cc Aerox scooter in Team Yamaha livery.

Ride safe.


Jon Booth
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Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com/
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/

"Sons of Anarchy' , Tuesdays on Bravo @ 10 pm - Brand New Episode 5 Preview Clip

For those of you who can't wait till next Tuesday to see the next thrilling episode of Sons of Anarchy here area couple of clips of the next episode.

Episode 5 - "Giving Back" (TX Date Tues 09.06.09)

Gemma hosts a town fundraiser, which brings the ex club member who was responsible for Opie's arrest back to town and into direct conflict with Jax and Opie. Clay deals with protecting a perverse parolee who can lead to a big payoff. ATF agent Kohn continues to investigate SOA.








Ride safe.


Jon Booth
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Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/

Britains Biggest Bike Lover

Bennetts (the UK’s number one for bike insurance) claim to have found Britain's biggest bike lover. he is Dave Smith, 34 from Willenhall near Wolverhampton.

Dave has been riding for 18 years, owned over 20 bikes in his life at a cost of just over £70,000. His current bike is a Honda CBR called Roxanne and he rides 365 days a year, come rain or shine. He has also travelled throughout Europe on different bikes and often travels to MotoGP races where he has met famous riders including James Toseland, Shakey Byrne and Troy Bayliss.

Dave says “People sometimes don’t understand why I love motorbikes so much, but I always say to them ‘one man’s weirdo is another man’s enthusiast!’ I love the thrill of being out on the road and see it as a great way to escape the boring routines of a normal day. All my mates are bikers and they don’t find it weird that I have sometimes kept the bike inside the house, or even in my room! I take great pride in my hobby and invite anyone who hasn’t been on a bike to helmet up and give it a go!”

I think many of us can echo Dave's words, the thrill of the open road, the escape and our devotion to biking!

Ride safe.


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

Suzuki Burgman 40th birthday model!

To celebrate 10 years of the Suzuki Burgman, Suzuki have a lunched a new luxury version of this scooter, the Burgman 400ZA. The new ZA model offers luxury extras such as ABS, heated grips, large hand guards, a passenger backrest, a wood patterned instrument panel, titanium coloured wheels and a smart new brown seat.

For riders who don't require the added luxury of the ZA, the standard Burgman 400 is still available.

Ride safe.


Jon Booth
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Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/

Three-wheelers return!

Piaggio will unveil the latest edition to its MP3 range of three-wheeled vehicles at the 2009 London Motorexpo (Canary Wharf between Monday 8th and Sunday 14th June).

The Piaggio MP3 LT is the first ever scooter above 125cc that can be legally ridden with a normal car license. The MP3 LT is fitted with a brake pedal and a combined braking system guaranteeing shorter stopping distances – 20% shorter than conventional scooters.

Ride safe.


Jon Booth
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Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com/
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/

Arai TT 25 Years Helmet

Arai has announced a one of helmet to celebrate their 25 years support of the TT.

The design is on the new, RX-7 GP helmet incorporating two separate themes; the Isle of Man triskelion flag on one side and on the other the red, white and blue of the Union flag.

The helmet will be worn by Uel Duncan Honda rider, Gary Johnson, during the TT Superbike race on Saturday June 6. After the Superbike race the helmet will be displayed at various events before being auctioned off at the NEC Motorcycle Show in November with all proceeds going to the charity group, Riders for Health.


Ride safe.


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