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This week James and Chris lament on the early death of Spring; alas, dear Spring, we hardly knew ye, or something like that. Winter is back. So there. The guys whittle away at the time by talking about the industry’s support for the various Japan relief efforts. The state of Virginia is looking at options to draw tourism to the Tazewell and Smyth areas by cleverly renaming Rt. 16 and is actually going to do so with targeting motorcycle and sport car enthusiasts. Will this blow up in all our faces…? Time will tell.

The Super Tenere from Yamaha is getting some real-world testing and the guys point us at one of the reviews. It appears to be pushing all the right buttons with at least one tester. Honda’s CBR600F-series bike is also road tested, and although not yet planned for a release in the USA, it’s still a bike worth discussing. The return of this line’s 2-decades worth of legacy is worth talking about. Honda also release pricing information for the VFR800 based CrossTour. Also a bike not planned for the USA, the pricing hits some apparent good points.

Chris talks about some disappointment with Givi, specifically about the FL521 top case rack for his SV. It sucks. The guys lay out a new contest for some signed copies of David Hough’s venerable Proficient Riding book, and they talk a bit more about the upcoming ride to Barber Motorsports planned for the third week of September. Some quick feedback and a request for the community closes out the episode.

 

]]> http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/1225/feed 0 1:04:31 Episode 68 – You’re only off by one This week James and Chris lament on the early death of Spring; alas, dear Spring, we hardly knew ye, or something like that. Winter is back. So there. The guys whittle away at the time by talking about the[...] Episode 68 – You’re only off by one This week James and Chris lament on the early death of Spring; alas, dear Spring, we hardly knew ye, or something like that. Winter is back. So there. The guys whittle away at the time by talking about the industry’s support for the various Japan relief efforts. The state of Virginia is looking at options to draw tourism to the Tazewell and Smyth areas by cleverly renaming Rt. 16 and is actually going to do so with targeting motorcycle and sport car enthusiasts. Will this blow up in all our faces…? Time will tell. The Super Tenere from Yamaha is getting some real-world testing and the guys point us at one of the reviews. It appears to be pushing all the right buttons with at least one tester. Honda’s CBR600F-series bike is also road tested, and although not yet planned for a release in the USA, it’s still a bike worth discussing. The return of this line’s 2-decades worth of legacy is worth talking about. Honda also release pricing information for the VFR800 based CrossTour. Also a bike not planned for the USA, the pricing hits some apparent good points. Chris talks about some disappointment with Givi, specifically about the FL521 top case rack for his SV. It sucks. The guys lay out a new contest for some signed copies of David Hough’s venerable Proficient Riding book, and they talk a bit more about the upcoming ride to Barber Motorsports planned for the third week of September. Some quick feedback and a request for the community closes out the episode. Several motorcycle organizations are coming together to support Japan’s relief efforts http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/2/9541/Motorcycle-Article/Powersports-Industry-Supports-Japan-Relief.aspx http://www.crowdrise.com/moto4japan A Hungry Mother on the Back of the Dragon??? http://www.richlands-news-press.com/news/article/new_name_for_rt._16_hopes_to_lure_motorcycle_riders/9543/ http://tinyurl.com/4tvdswj Real-world Super Tenere information http://usridernews.com/2011/01/07/sedona-on-a-yamaha-super-tenere/ Honda’s new old new CBR600F gets road tested by MCN in the UK http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/bikereviews/searchresults/Bike-Reviews/Honda/Honda-CBR600F-ABS-2011-current/ Engine built in Japan, rest of the bike built and assembled in Italy. Based on the Hornet. C-ABS brakes. Fully adjustable suspension. Honda Crossrunner gets a price in the U.K http://www.asphaltandrubber.com/news/honda-crossrunner-uk-pricing/ Yamaha Power Beam http://www.autoblog.com/2011/03/22/yamaha-unveils-power-beam-damper-to-control-motorcycle-frame-fle/ Chris rags on Givi Contest Barber ride Feedback!   Podcast The Pace Podcast no no Episode 61: If I can make it there, I’ll make it anywhere! http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/1086 http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/1086#comments Sun, 30 Jan 2011 11:00:50 +0000 Chris Hornberger http://thepacepodcast.com/?p=1086 Episode 61 – January 30, 2011

We open up the show with some email feedback about recent topics. We discuss what we saw at the NYC IMS and field a question from voice mail about the show, then wrap up with some news and information. Oh, and my computer lost power early in the recording session. A brief public service tech note: when the power cord comes out and your battery is 6 years old, you’ll lose power pretty quickly.

Frankie boy sang about it. Its skyline is magnificent. Millions of people live, work and flock there all the year through. It’s New York, my friends. And we were there again this year to immerse ourselves in the motorcycle awesomeness that is the International Motorcycle Show.

We saw lots of interesting accessories and gear choices, including new additions to the textile riding suit market, a cool Schuberth comms system, and the newer models of helmets. Oh and polishing compounds. Lots and lots of polishing compounds. Everyone wants to be shiny, right?

Kawasaki seems to really have a hit on their hands with the Ninja 1000. People seem to love the bike, and also seem to like its versatility. Time will tell, but so far it’s gaining attention.

Triumph has hit it so far out of the park with the Tiger 800 family, that even the view from high above The Big Apple isn’t enough to see it.  Their Sprint GT seems to be a great freshening of a beloved sport-tourer. The Tiger’s torque curve is nothing short of amazing!

BMW’s R1000 is STILL drawing dense crowds and lots of attention. They really seem to have gotten it right.

When talking about the Yamaha Super Tenere we looked at, we also discuss an email from Ryan with his impressions of the bike as seen at another show. I also give my impressions of the FZ8, completely from an aesthetic point of view. James won this round. I fully agree; the looks are… interesting.

The Shoei Qwest seems to be a great entry in the street helmet market and we look forward to hearing more about it. Anyone have on yet?

James buys some gear and gives us his impression of the CBR250R, and ROK Straps helps us get into the show.

After the IMS discussion, we talk about a news item or two, including the fact that electric motorcycle manufacturer, Zero Motors, is building a new assembly plant.

Scott Bolton takes us out with a preview of the upcoming MotoGP racing season. Thanks, Scott!

Opening music, No Way by Kunk.

]]> http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/1086/feed 1 1:44:41 Episode 61 – January 30, 2011 We open up the show with some email feedback about recent topics. We discuss what we saw at the NYC IMS and field a question from voice mail about the show, then wrap up with some news and information. Oh, and m[...] Episode 61 – January 30, 2011 We open up the show with some email feedback about recent topics. We discuss what we saw at the NYC IMS and field a question from voice mail about the show, then wrap up with some news and information. Oh, and my computer lost power early in the recording session. A brief public service tech note: when the power cord comes out and your battery is 6 years old, you’ll lose power pretty quickly. Frankie boy sang about it. Its skyline is magnificent. Millions of people live, work and flock there all the year through. It’s New York, my friends. And we were there again this year to immerse ourselves in the motorcycle awesomeness that is the International Motorcycle Show. We saw lots of interesting accessories and gear choices, including new additions to the textile riding suit market, a cool Schuberth comms system, and the newer models of helmets. Oh and polishing compounds. Lots and lots of polishing compounds. Everyone wants to be shiny, right? Kawasaki seems to really have a hit on their hands with the Ninja 1000. People seem to love the bike, and also seem to like its versatility. Time will tell, but so far it’s gaining attention. Triumph has hit it so far out of the park with the Tiger 800 family, that even the view from high above The Big Apple isn’t enough to see it.  Their Sprint GT seems to be a great freshening of a beloved sport-tourer. The Tiger’s torque curve is nothing short of amazing! BMW’s R1000 is STILL drawing dense crowds and lots of attention. They really seem to have gotten it right. When talking about the Yamaha Super Tenere we looked at, we also discuss an email from Ryan with his impressions of the bike as seen at another show. I also give my impressions of the FZ8, completely from an aesthetic point of view. James won this round. I fully agree; the looks are… interesting. The Shoei Qwest seems to be a great entry in the street helmet market and we look forward to hearing more about it. Anyone have on yet? James buys some gear and gives us his impression of the CBR250R, and ROK Straps helps us get into the show. After the IMS discussion, we talk about a news item or two, including the fact that electric motorcycle manufacturer, Zero Motors, is building a new assembly plant. Scott Bolton takes us out with a preview of the upcoming MotoGP racing season. Thanks, Scott! Opening music, No Way by Kunk. Podcast The Pace Podcast no no Episode 50: One Year! http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/791 http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/791#comments Mon, 25 Oct 2010 04:56:32 +0000 James Reazor http://thepacepodcast.com/?p=791

This episode celebrates one year of The Pace Motorcycle Podcast.

I broke my jacket and got a new one, Scott sent us another clip, the big GS is available in black, black and more black and the FZ8 comes in any color you want as long as it’s black. Yamaha says you gotta put up or shut up if you want a Super Tenere in the States and Honda might bless us with a new adventurer tourer based on a smaller version of the VFR1200′s mill. Oh yeah… NEW CONTEST!

]]> http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/791/feed 0 0:59:47 This episode celebrates one year of The Pace Motorcycle Podcast. I broke my jacket and got a new one, Scott sent us another clip, the big GS is available in black, black and more black and the FZ8 comes in any color you want as long as it’s [...] This episode celebrates one year of The Pace Motorcycle Podcast. I broke my jacket and got a new one, Scott sent us another clip, the big GS is available in black, black and more black and the FZ8 comes in any color you want as long as it’s black. Yamaha says you gotta put up or shut up if you want a Super Tenere in the States and Honda might bless us with a new adventurer tourer based on a smaller version of the VFR1200′s mill. Oh yeah… NEW CONTEST! And then there were links… First Gear Teton at Cycle Gear – (This is an even better deal then the one I got in store!) BMW GS1200 available in triple black Official specs and pricing on the FZ8 PDP only for the 2012 Super Tenere VFR800ADV? Contest Rules Now that winter is closing in we want to know what kind of plans you’re making for spring. We know you’re thinking about it so ‘fess up. Call our voice mail line at 484-748-0042 and leave us a message. Please note that this is not a toll free number. You can record and MP3 and email it to feedback@thepacepodcast.com if that works better for you. Opening music by KunK Podcast The Pace Podcast no no Episode 38: If I’d Done it in My Twenties… http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/482 http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/482#comments Wed, 28 Jul 2010 06:23:38 +0000 James Reazor http://thepacepodcast.com/?p=482

This week we recap our stellar record in predicting the results of the Cycle World Top 10. We are then joined by Chris Harr while we talk about Suzuki’s triumphant “return” to the U.S. market, Gladiator Rio’s review of the Super Tenere and an iPhone app called TripCast from Jeep. That’s right, Jeep. We close it out with a great conversation about Mr. Harr’s very drool-worthy Aprilia RSV4.

]]> http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/482/feed 2 1:41:13 This week we recap our stellar record in predicting the results of the Cycle World Top 10. We are then joined by Chris Harr while we talk about Suzuki’s triumphant “return” to the U.S. market, Gladiator Rio’s review of the [...] This week we recap our stellar record in predicting the results of the Cycle World Top 10. We are then joined by Chris Harr while we talk about Suzuki’s triumphant “return” to the U.S. market, Gladiator Rio’s review of the Super Tenere and an iPhone app called TripCast from Jeep. That’s right, Jeep. We close it out with a great conversation about Mr. Harr’s very drool-worthy Aprilia RSV4. Links Cycle World’s Top 10 (again) 2011 Suzukis start to brake cover Motorcycle USA’s Super Tenere review TripCast by Jeep iTunes Link Ogio No Drag Backpack Opening music by KunK Podcast The Pace Podcast no no Episode 21 – Snowy neighbors and crappy tools http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/268 http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/268#comments Sun, 14 Mar 2010 20:09:57 +0000 Chris Hornberger http://thepacepodcast.com/?p=268 Episode 21 – Snowy neighbors and crappy tools

Mods and maintenance:

Show info:

]]> http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/268/feed 0 1:21:12 Episode 21 – Snowy neighbors and crappy tools Zero hires top talent from Buell - http://www.autoblog.com/2010/03/05/zero-charges-forward-electric-motorcycle-company-to-hire-top-ta/ Harley-Davidson “Ride Easy” program. Easy fina[...] Episode 21 – Snowy neighbors and crappy tools Zero hires top talent from Buell - http://www.autoblog.com/2010/03/05/zero-charges-forward-electric-motorcycle-company-to-hire-top-ta/ Harley-Davidson “Ride Easy” program. Easy financing. Isn’t this what got them into trouble before? Czysz is at it again. $24-42k electric power plant - http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/News/newsresults/General-news/2010/February/feb2710-motoczysz-launches-plugnplaypowertrain/ The E1 is the electric setup The C1 is the carbon-fibre frame, I4 gas powered setup. The C1 is featured in the upcoming movie, Wall Street II C1 specs - http://www.motoczysz.com/main.php?area=07C1_tech Updated info on Aprilia recall - http://www.cyclenews.com/articles/industry-news/2010/02/19/aprilia-engine-recall-update This recall, reviewed and approved by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), has been given the reference number 10V-029. New replacement engines have arrived at RSV4 qualified Aprilia dealers and the company expects certified technicians to complete all work on RSV4 models in customers’ hands within two to three weeks. Super Tenere = 13.5k GBP - http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/News/newsresults/New-bikes/2010/February/feb2610-yamaha-super-tenere-to-cost-13500/ Yamaha has confirmed the new ‘first edition’ version of the 2010 Super Tenere 1200 will cost £13,500 in the UK. Comparison: base R1200 GSA = £10,745.00 “If you were to spec up a BMW R1200GS to a similar level as the Yamaha Tenere it would take the basic price of £9925 to around £12,200 – just under £1300 less than the Yamaha.” Still no mention of it on the US site and no mention of a US release. MCN rides the 1200 Multistrada - http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/News/newsresults/First-rides–tests/2010/February/feb2810-2010-ducati-multistrada-1200-first-ride-update/ How we Drive - http://www.howwedrive.com/ Mods and maintenance: Cleaning up the electricals TechFlex wire sheathing - http://www.whitehorsegear.com/techflex-black-flexo-pet Nylon sheathing from CableOrganizer.com - http://cableorganizer.com/nylon/ Split looms for existing wiring - http://cableorganizer.com/wire-loom/colored.html?=recommended Tire changer mods, cheap is cheap, but “good enough” can be improved. Harbor Freight tire changer - http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=42927 Mojo Lever mount/de-mount bar - http://home.comcast.net/~prestondrake/mojoweb.htm No-Mar mount/de-mount bar - http://www.nomar-secure.com/product_p/tc-mdbar-std.htm Video – HF changer & MoJo Lever - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_J5_sRRiAk Video (Web Bike World – “Chris” in the video is not Chris from The Pace) – Cycle Hill tire changer - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xOlFE_JHCqQ&feature=fvw Cycle Hill tire changer - http://cyclehilltirechanger.com/ No-Mar tire changer - http://nomartirechanger.com/ Show info: Feedback to feedback@thepacepodcast.com Opening music, No Way by Kunk, provided by MusicAlley.com Additional music is by The Twin Cats, provided by MusicAlley.com Podcast The Pace Podcast no no Episode 19 – Porky and shaft driven http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/253 http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/253#comments Mon, 01 Mar 2010 02:09:54 +0000 Chris Hornberger http://thepacepodcast.com/?p=253 Episode 19

News

Opinions

Intro music, No Way by Kunk. Additonal music by Helix and is provided by Music Alley.com

]]> http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/253/feed 0 1:21:57 Episode 19 News http://www.erikbuellracing.com/motorcycles/1190RR/ Yamaha unveils the Super Tenere - http://www.motorcycledaily.com/24february10_stannounced.htm Seat height: (low setting) 845 millimeters = 33.2677165 inches liquid-cooled, 4-s[...] Episode 19 News http://www.erikbuellracing.com/motorcycles/1190RR/ Yamaha unveils the Super Tenere - http://www.motorcycledaily.com/24february10_stannounced.htm Seat height: (low setting) 845 millimeters = 33.2677165 inches liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, Forward-inclined parallel 2-cylinder, 4-valve, fuel injected, twin spark engine Street oriented tires – 150/70R17M/C 69V rear – 110/80R19M/C 59V front Intelligent Unified Brake System and ABS YCC-T with 3-stage traction control plus Yamaha D-mode First edition adventure pack Tough spoked, tubeless aluminium rims Adjustable front and rear suspension Triumph to introduce 7 new models by the end of 2012 - http://hellforleathermagazine.com/2010/02/triumph-going-gangbusters.html Triumph announced 5 today on FB - “Please help us welcome 5 new dealers to the Triumph family. – Triumph Moto Vanier in Quebec City, Quebec – Atlantic Triumph in Dieppe, New Brunswick – Triumph of Killeen in Killeen, Texas – Thiel’s Wheels Triumph in Upper Sandusky, Ohio – Triumph Motorcycles of Utah in Sandy, Utah” - http://www.facebook.com/pages/Triumph-Motorcycles/63739675517?ref=mf BMW opens 8 new dealerships - http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcycle-news/2010/new-bmw-motorcycle-dealerships.htm Arai XD-3 in hi-vis for 2010 - http://live.revzilla.com/new-arai-xd-3-in-hi-vis-yellow-for-2010-first New “Skull -n- Skin” helmet - http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/26/new-skull-and-skin-helmet-sounds-creepy-cool/ Xtreme Sports Insurance for those engaging in ‘extreme’ activity - http://www.cyclenews.com/articles/industry-news/2010/02/18/moto-insurance Available for nearly anyone covers any and all injuries – pays directly to the insured www.MotoInsuranceNow.com AMA (American Motorcycle Association) - http://www.ama-cycle.org/ Opinions Useful iPhone / Smartphone apps: You got any? Discussions on the forums. Adaptunes Fuelly Pandora (iPhone) Pandora (BlackBerry) Voice Recorder Units / Convert Units HUD-Plus FTPOnTheGo MyRide Intro music, No Way by Kunk. Additonal music by Helix and is provided by Music Alley.com Podcast The Pace Podcast no no