Random International News thread

[princesirohi]

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All i can say is common sense is not so common now a days..

[B7ACKTHORN]

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A motorcyclist who was caught speeding on a speed gun, had managed to escape penalty by telling the cops that he had given the bike to someone else to test ride. But not being content with his actions he decided to brag about his lying abilities on a public forum about how he deceived the cops. Unfortunately for him the cops read about his exploits on the forum and now he is cooling his heels in the clink for 8 months! Moral of the story - Don't brag on online forums!!!!

Silly Biker Brags on Speeding, Gets 8 Months in Jail [Video] - autoevolution

Hahaha. INDEMINIFICATION can't get any better than this, cooling off in jail

Cheers!
VJ

[dishayu]

Re: Random abroad News thread

A motorcyclist who was caught speeding on a speed gun, had managed to escape penalty by telling the cops that he had given the bike to someone else to test ride. But not being content with his actions he decided to brag about his lying abilities on a public forum about how he deceived the cops. Unfortunately for him the cops read about his exploits on the forum and now he is cooling his heels in the clink for 8 months! Moral of the story - Don't brag on online forums!!!!

Silly Biker Brags on Speeding, Gets 8 Months in Jail [Video] - autoevolution

Alright... noted. :|

[NewsReaper]

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A motorcyclist who was caught speeding on a speed gun, had managed to escape penalty by telling the cops that he had given the bike to someone else to test ride. But not being content with his actions he decided to brag about his lying abilities on a public forum about how he deceived the cops. Unfortunately for him the cops read about his exploits on the forum and now he is cooling his heels in the clink for 8 months! Moral of the story - Don't brag on online forums!!!!

Silly Biker Brags on Speeding, Gets 8 Months in Jail [Video] - autoevolution

[B7ACKTHORN]

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Well, they say an empty mind is the devil's workshop... err... junkyard workshop.

Cheers!
VJ

[NewsReaper]

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Giant motorcycle that needs training wheels has been built in China! -

Chinese Worker Builds Giant Motorcycle So Big It Needs Training Wheels

[B7ACKTHORN]

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Poser stuff as usual. All for that OOHMPH factor and turn heads. Nah...nah...

Cheers!
VJ

[princesirohi]

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as seen on video, quality seems bad, though i fell it will look good on HD riders.

[neevarp16]

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Source: Predator Motorcycle Helmet With Laser-Controlled Aimer Is A Sight To Behold | Ubergizmo

Check this out about the Predator helmet.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dkUQ_BSD0MQ

[NewsReaper]

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Motorcycle helmets are designed primarily to protect the rider and their passenger, but we guess there will always be some bike riders out there who prefer form over function, in which case this Predator-themed motorcycle helmet will be of interest to them! Designed by Russian company, NLO-Moto, it should be noted that these helmets have not been certified for road use, especially since the shell will limit the visibility of the driver, meaning that you will most likely get into trouble with the law if you’re caught with it, not to mention you could find yourself in an accident as well, especially if your view is obstructed!



In any case if you don’t plan to take it on the road, or plan to use it for other purposes, the Predator helmet can be customized according to your wants. Starting at a base price of $780, NLO-Moto offers their customers the choice of adding on extra accessories, such as a protective face shield, improved graphics and engraving, airbrushing, carbon fiber tips for the Predator’s dreadlocks, teeth, a carbon fiber shell, and best of all, a laser-controlled aimer!



Source: Predator Motorcycle Helmet With Laser-Controlled Aimer Is A Sight To Behold | Ubergizmo

[becham_79]

Good Bike, Though it wont be a major threat to HD. The thing brands like Victory, HD and RE for that matter is the cult and belonging to the group that makes them sell/appeal rather than the specs. Yamaha surely does not have an image of an outlaw to create ripples in this group. But that said it definitely diversifies their portfolio and offers products to its loyal customers.

I agree that it wont be a major threat to HD.
I think this bike would be competing against the HD Sportster and could give it a run for the money. So it could be a welcome to ppl who shy away from HD due to reliability issues. Also the Sportster doesn't necessarily fall into the 'outlaw' group.

[B7ACKTHORN]

Good Bike, Though it wont be a major threat to HD. The thing brands like Victory, HD and RE for that matter is the cult and belonging to the group that makes them sell/appeal rather than the specs. Yamaha surely does not have an image of an outlaw to create ripples in this group. But that said it definitely diversifies their portfolio and offers products to its loyal customers.

Exactly. If they price it competitively. You need to consider a lots into equation. Imagine the same bolt offered at 7L for example, there would be many folks willing to go for the legacy and the pride of owning one. It definitely isn't gonna cannibalize HDs image for that matter, as you've right stated, "cult" different people have different cult following, so that's out of the equation.

But it sure does can compete with HD if they intend to launch it so. But let's see.

Cheers!
VJ

[hegdeanoop]

Whoa! Could post serious threat to HD Street Bob and 883 models. But if only this were to come to India, this would give Harley bobs a good run for their money.

Cheers!
VJ

Good Bike, Though it wont be a major threat to HD. The thing brands like Victory, HD and RE for that matter is the cult and belonging to the group that makes them sell/appeal rather than the specs. Yamaha surely does not have an image of an outlaw to create ripples in this group. But that said it definitely diversifies their portfolio and offers products to its loyal customers.

[princesirohi]

But if only this were to come to India, this would give Harley bobs a good run for their money.

Cheers!
VJ

that seems to be distant dream, given the scenario that yamaha is finding it difficult to even bring a 250 CC bike to india.

[B7ACKTHORN]

Whoa! Could post serious threat to HD Street Bob and 883 models. But if only this were to come to India, this would give Harley bobs a good run for their money.

Cheers!
VJ