Brammo ups the ante with Enertia Plus that touts 80-mile range

Eco Factor: Zero-emission motorcycle powered by electric motors.

Already flaunting over four times the energy efficiency of the most popular hybrids in the market and over twice the efficiency of an all-electric car, the Brammo has rephrased its revolutionary electric bike Enertia with a still improved version – the Enertia Plus. The daily commuter bike is reported to have achieved 80 miles on a single 8 hours charge, thanks to its 6.0 kW h Lithium-ion battery pack.

The 324 lbs bike features simple charging and starting, a tighter turning radius and a better design that pushes the handlebars 1-inch back. Anyhow, those who are obsessed with the range only will sure not have to look for plug-ins at offices. Available in four new colors (black, blue, red and silver) with the option of a center kickstand and rigid Givi side bags, the Enertia Plus is retailing at US$8995.

Daytona Bike Week 2009

The 68th officially kicks off today and will run until Sunday, March 8th. The event has become the unofficial start of the motorcycle season and claims to be the world’s largest motorcycle event. Go to the site to get all the info for accommodations, restaurants and a calendar of events.

It all began back on January 24, 1937 during the first running of the Daytona 200. Ed Kretz of Monterey Park, CA was the first winner of the race, riding an Indian motorcycle, averaging 73.34 mph on a track that was a 3.2 mile beach and road course.

Look for our event coverage on . We will show you all the bikes, racing and, of course, the babes that we can find at the event we all look forward to every year.

Dirty bike Racing

The thrill of riding a dirt bike can be one of the most exciting experience a person can have. Getting great air on a jump, zooming along a straight-away and leaning in to a curve so far you can touch the dirt are just some of the adrenaline boosting aspects of riding a dirt bike. If you have always wanted to get in to the sport but have not always wanted to pay top dollar for a new bike, you can purchase good, used cheap dirt bikes if you take the time to know what you are looking for. There is no reason cheap dirt bikes have to be dangerous, that is a myth that needs to be dispelled. However, it is true that riding dirt bikes can put excessive wear and tear on various parts of the bike itself, so when searching for cheap dirt bikes, it is imperative you do a very thorough safety check before you hand over any money.

The following ideas on what to look for when purchasing cheap dirt bikes will help you avoid buying a bike that can cause injury when riding on a dirt bike course. You may also find the information about finding useful as well. First, just do a quick once over of the bike and check the overall condition. Are the forks bent? Is the paint or chrome chipped? Once you have a general idea of the condition of the bike, you can do a more thorough inspection. In the purchase of cheap dirt bikes, this can save you quite a bit of money in the long run, especially if you can negotiate the cost if anything needs to be replaced or repaired.

Continuing with your inspection, you will want to check the head bearings, the forks for any leaks in the seal and the handle bars to make sure they follow the proper arc. If any of these items seems amiss, do not fret, you can repair them for a couple hundred dollars which will still leave you in a better positions financially then shelling out several thousand for a new bike. Additionally, you want to check the chain, rear wheels and rear shocks and, of course, the engine… once you are satisfied that the bike is in relatively good condition, go ahead and purchase it. are the perfect way to introduce yourself to the wonderful world of dirt bike riding.

Pocket Bikes Racing

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