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Need a hand? D o you have problems getting it up? I did, but this month I went to see a specialist and it’s transformed my life. It’s something us bikers like to keep under wraps, but help is at hand… The first step is admitting you’ve got a problem, which I did over dinner to Pretty Boy Stevens. I was expecting an evening of piss takes, but the BSB fledgling confessed he shared the same constraint and likewise wanted to do something about it. A phone call to the Stunt Asylum proved just the ticket and after a day of grafting that resulted in blistered palms, we both came away much more manly than when we’d arrived; we could wheelie! The proof’s in this issue, as we’ve done a full review of the experience, which caters for everyone from beginners to nutters and all those in between. Be warned, once you’ve learned the techniques, you’ll be getting it up everywhere, even when it’s inappropriate. I know this because that’s been the theme of my month that’s seen me hoisting mingers as far south as Goodwood, where I gave Hutchy’s TT winning BMW S1000RR superbike some unwarranted abuse, as well as up in Scotland, where my Blade got treated to some air time. Me and Neil went up there to do some scratching, and we didn’t come back disappointed. That place is a biking goldmine, as you’ll discover if you check out our tales from over the border. Yep, it’s been an epic month, and I hope you can say the same. But the fun doesn’t stop there, as Fagan’s impressive cover skills showcase. That man’s never had a problem in any department, and especially not when it comes to rinsing the living daylights out of supersport 600 machines. He’s been riding dirty in a bid to show us why 600s are far from dead, and why you should seriously think about buying one; be it a used example or a showroom fresh jobbie. It’s a sector people unfortunately overlook these days, but there’s no greater fun than making a small bike work hard and feeling like you’ve owned it. Can you relate to that experience? It’s a great sensation, so if not, make sure to read up on all the lolz you could be having, because we don’t want you missing out in anyway whatsoever. Remember, bigger isn’t always better, apart from when it is. And on that confusing note, I’ll leave you to your read. Enjoy!
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DUCATI 1299 PANIGALE R FINAL EDITION:
THE END OF AN ERA!
Get your tissues at the ready because this is the final incarnation of Ducati’s world changing V-twin superbike. But, on a more positive note, there’s a V4 coming our way!
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ep, you heard that right! After three decades of twin-cylinder thrashing, it will be all change from the Bologna giants. The 1299 Panigale R Final edition has a lot to live up to then, and Ducati have rightfully booted it up the nines in the snazziest of classic Italian outfits, before throwing in a tonne of extras to make it worth the £34,995 price tag. Underneath that beautiful Tricolore colour scheme comes 209bhp of solid gold, making it the most powerful production Ducati alongside the 1299 Superleggera. This is thanks to a whole magnitude of changes underneath those fairings: lightened crankshaft, bigger intake and exhaust valves, titanium con-rods and the two 116mm pistons, increased lift on the camshafts, new self-servo slipper clutch… I could almost go on forever. And in case you didn’t notice, check out that incredibly saucy titanium Akrapovic exhaust system – basically a replica of the Superbike spec piece, but with a Euro 4 compliant high dual silencer. Ducati deserve a medal for making those pipes look so good and still legal. In order to keep you rubber side down, the electronics come in the form of the ever popular Bosch Inertial Measurement Unit, which gives Wheelie Control (DWC EVO), a super trick Traction Control (DTC EVO) which acts with the throttle body valves, quick shifter/auto blipper
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(DQS), Bosch cornering ABS and engine braking control (EBC), which is all adjustable in and out of the standard rider modes, and is just about what you’d expect on any superbike nowadays. The chassis is the obvious ultra-compact monocoque made famous by the Panigale, which is a vital asset to the Final Edition’s kerb weight of 190kg. The handling elements are incredibly Gucci as well with a set of mammoth Brembo M50 Monobloc calipers and 330mm discs offering the stopping power, and suspension coming in the form of fully adjustable Ohlins NIX 30 TiN-coated upside down forks, Ohlins steering damper and a fully adjustable Ohlins TTX36 monoshock complete with titanium spring. She’ll handle like an absolute babe. Okay, there have been so many Panigales on the market you could be forgiven for losing interest; but this really is something special. The 1299 Panigale R Final Edition is not only the last in a long line of V-twin heritage: 851, 888, 916, 996, 998, 999, 1098, 1198, 1199 and Panigale R, but as much a superbike as it is a real piece of Italian history. Just look at the tech and kit, and you really won’t need to bolt anything else aboard this stallion. The bikes are all numbered (but not limited) and are available now from your local dealer for £34,995. Go get one, and then let us have a play…
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MV AGUSTA RELEASE BRUTALE AMERICA 800… We all know how patriotic the old Yanks are, but maybe MV’s draping of the stars and stripes over the Brutale 800 is a tad too much? All jokes aside, I’m almost a bit ashamed to say I like it. In keeping with MV’s slightly strange traditio on of immortalising America an specials since 1975, they’ve just released tthe fourth model to be draped in the famous stars and stripes replicca paint job – but the verry first to be on a three cylinder model. The firrst 50 bikes available will be p purelyy for the US market (one for each state in the Union), with the unveiling happening at, you guessed it, the Laguna Seca
World Superbike W ound. Classic. The ro Brrutale 800 America he obvious snazzy comes with th looks, a specially redesigned seat and an individual bike number and certificate; all to make you feel incredibly special. Oh, and in case
you forget they even laser-cut the words “America Special Edition” into the triple clamp. If you fancy one, they go on sale in the USA this month at a price of $14,998, although if you want one over here it’s going to take some sweet talking a dealership!
MOTORCYCLE LIVE 2017 TICKETS ON SALE FROM AUGUST 1ST!
Motorcycle Live, the UK’s biggest bike show, will open its doors at The NEC in Birmingham from November 18-26 for another week filled with bikes, bits and just about everything in between. Pick up your tickets before November 17 and not only will you beat the prices on the door, but it also gives you the chance to win hundreds of on-the-spot prizes. If that wasn’t enough you’ll also get entry to all 16 of the live events, so while you’re not drooling over bikes, kit and just about anything else in sight we’re sure you’ll be entertained; and with 38 manufacturers in attendance it’s going to be a big ’un.
Advance tickets are priced at just £19.50 per adult, £12 for seniors, £1 for 11-16 year olds* and FREE for children aged ten and under (under 16s must be accompanied by a paying adult). If you’re feeling really adventurous there is also a £25 advance ticket, which includes entry to the show and a Spada bag worth £29.99. On-site car parking is available and if you buy it in advance you’ll receive a voucher for half-price admission to the National Motorcycle Museum, which is adjacent to The NEC. But of course (and most importantly) motorcycle parking at the show is free of charge.
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AP RACING SINTER BRAKE PADS O Operating for over 50 years in some of the best p paddocks in the world (including MotoGP), AP A Racing is offering a heck load of p performance for an incredibly small price. Suitable S for both OE cast-iron and s el discs, they’re available stainless stee for f a huge ran nge of bikes and come with a different compound c front and rearr for extra control f w when you deccide to throw out the ancho o ors.
From £18.39 www.bikeittrade.com
HJC IS-17 DEADPOOL HJC are absolutely lacing the whole Marvel relationship, and if you ask me it’s pretty damn cool if you’re looking for something a tad different. The newest addition comes in the guise of Deadpool, D with an Ad Advanced d Fibreglass Fib l Composite C it Shel Sh ll making ki th the IS IS-17 17 lightweight; alongside using CAD techno ology in order to make sure it fits perfectly. The IS-17 also o comes equipped with a sun shield (if that’s your thing) and enough ventilation to keep you as cool as Deadpool.
£249.99
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ARMR HARADA WP
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If you’re looking for a decent sports boot o on a budget, then here would be a pretty good place to start. Equ uipped with a patented TEX membrane to keep your feet breathab ble in summer, these boots should fit like a glove (or boot) thankks to the stretch panels and YKK zip and Velcro fasten ning. Safety features come in abundance too: TPU U protection covers your shin, ankle and hee el, alongside a heat and oil resistant anti-slip sole. Not bad for the dosh…
£129.99
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BATTERY TENDER JUNIOR 800 Get in charge of your battery situation with this snazzy new CE approved Battery Tender from Delran. Thanks to some clever BTP microprocessor technology and a quick connection design you just hook your battery up at the mains and let the Junior 800 do the rest of the work! Set it, forget it and save yourself buying another battery when you bugger one up! We’ve all been there…
£39.99
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FOG GGY RIDER CHAIR Named after the man himself, I can’t think of anyything cooler to perch my ass on. To make you feel like King Carl the faux leathe er Rider Chair gives you a deep suppo ort with memory foam cushioning, fully adjustable tilt and recline and a matic height adjuster, alongside pneum some pretty snazzy stitching. If you can’t have a 916 in your office it may be the next best b thing…
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SPADA COVERTT CE GLOVES Brand spanking new for 2017, these CE approved gloves from Spada give you a solid, all ro ound sports glove for a pretty darn impressive price. Constructe ed from full A-grade premium with TPU impact defence aniline leather, the Coverts come c areas around the knuckle an nd side areas, alongside double e you fancy a little lie down mid layer palm protection in case ng means that they are actually ride. Having a polyester linin summer ventures, so you can perforated for those warm w as well. stay comfortable a
£79.99
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We should all know the importance of lube by now, and your chain is absolutely no exception exception. This fully synthetic chain grease is not only extremely adhesive but also water resistant, meaning it’ss going to be nice and versatile for you. This T offering from u more longevity Luqui Moly will give you pecially those with and a happier bike; esp nning all round! a high power drive. Win Also available in Chain Lube White, which gives a visible application on chains without O and X rings.
BIKETEK LEVER GUAARDS On trackdays and racedays alike, leve er guards seem to be all the rage – partly as they’re a necessity in a growing number of championships, but also becau use they’re a pretty use eful invention. These little gems will fit most handle ebars and will (hopefully) help you in the event of some close encounters – from battling on ttrack to filtering through traffic. They’ve been CNC machined and are e adjustable for the perfect fitting, while also being highly impactt resistant. Colours available: Titanium or Gold
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LIQUID MOLY CHAIN LUBE
www.bikeittrade.com Chain Lube 25 50ml RRP: £ 7.99 Chain Lube White W - 400ml RRP: £ 10.91
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OXFORD REINFORCED SUPER LEGGINGS Women and cross dressers of the world rejoice! Taking casual riding attire to the e next level, Oxford gives you the ultimate e solution. Featuring DuPont Kevlar lining and CE E level 2 knee protection, the super legg gings also include e hip pockets in case you u wanted even morre peace of mind by ad dding additional armour. They come with four-way stretch panels and are available in sizes 8-22.
£99.99
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SPIDI ACE LEATHER JACKET If you fancy going a little old school for those summer rides, then this tasty little Italian number from Spidi will probably be somewhere down your street. It may look café racer-esque but the Ace leather jacket comes laced with an abundance of protection, with Multitech and Force-tech CE approved protection. The lining is removable too, meaning you really get two jackets in one, and as it’s sheep hide it’s that bit more comfortable than traditional leather. Not bad.
£399.99
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REARSETS ETS
Ever seen a full on race bike withou ut rearsets? Well we haven’t, and there’s a solid d reason for that. No, it isn’t just because they look pretty, but if you’ve never ridden a bike with some decent rearsets then give it a go; itt changes the whole stance and makes riding g like a god that touch easier (disclaimer: you may m need a little more to ride like a god). Oh, and as we’re getting further and further into summer and the racing season, I think it’s fair to say that more and more people are going ese! But to need some replacements for the even if you’re lucky enough not to need replacements, re a class invesstment for replacements they they’re making your machin ne feel that bit more personal.
R&G ADJUSTABLE REARSETS Milled from lightweight aluminium for strength and durability, R&G’s offering gives 11 different position options meaning you can find comfort no matter how picky you are. Specially textured for grip they are available in either a road ad or race shift for loads of models m and come powder coa ated in black for th hat trick look!
Available on a range of bikes, from £375 www.rg-racing.com
LIGHTECH ADJUSTABLE REARSETS Created from experience in racing paddo ocks around the world, Lightech’s offering are e CNC’d from Billet Ergal 7075 which is incrediblyy tough, while being hard anodised and still fully adjustable. They are available with fold up or solid fo ootpegs and come with everything you need to get going on loads of models – but if you’re buying for a road bike you will need an extra brake light switch to make things work!
www.lightechuk.com Available on a range of bikes, from £350
LSL STANDARD REARSETS
Available in either anodised silver or black, these fully adjustable rearsets come in at an incredibly reasonable price. Even so they are constructed from high strength aluminium meaning they weigh next to nothing, while being designed for a more aggressive riding position. You can even get folding foot peg joints for an extra £45!
Available on a range of bikes, from £199 www.performanceparts-ltd.com
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DIAMOND 7076 BILLET ALUMINIUM ADJUSTABLE REARSETS The top spec offfering from Diamond is also very attractively priced, giving you monumenta al amounts of adjustment while being strong as they’re made from aerosspace grade 7075 T6 billeted aluminium. They’re available for a bunch of mo odels anodised in black (although the Aprilia on nes are silver to match the fram me) and come with everything you need to Available on a range of bikes, from £175 install. Not bad... www.diasec.co.uk
GILLES AS31GT REARSET Thesse multi-variable rearsets are said to be perfectly CNC-machined for u ultra light weight, while coming with either single or dual carbon heel protectors. You can have them m hard anodized in either gold or black with the ability to have road or race shift, and will fit a whole heap of models.
Available on a range of bikes, from £436 www.gilles.tooling.com
RIZOMA SPORT R Th hey may be one off the more expensiive ch hoiices on the markkett, butt they ooze quallity and d come as an all new design. Machined from billet aluminium and adjustable to 18 positions thanks to the snazzy carriage system, they will fit a whole host of bikes whether you want road or race change. Available on a range of bikes, from £610 www.rizoma.com
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SHIVER-M METIMBERS Just when you thought the naked sector couldn’t get much hotter hotter, Aprilia brings more flame to the party.
Aprilia's new naked bike might be a little too nice for its own good.
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