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    Ostberg testing - 2014 WRC Rallye Monte-Carlo

    Watch Mads Ostberg's tests for the Rallye Monte-Carlo with the Citroën DS3.


    Mountains - Chicks - Moto - Race & Cross - Gopro Supermoto Championship 2013 Alpe d'Huez by YUASA


    Mountains - Chicks - Moto - Race & Cross... par YuasaMoto

    YAMAHA XS650 BY ICON 1000


    Yamaha XS650 by ICON 1000 740x493 Yamaha XS650 by ICON 1000
    The Yamaha XS650 is right up there with the Honda CB750 as one of the most desirable and iconic motorcycle engines to come out of Japan in the late-60s. Both bikes saw production runs that would span decades and create entire subcultures dedicated to them.
    The XS650 you see here has been converted into an XS750 thanks to bored out cylinders, a high-performance cam-shaft has been added as well as dual Mikuni carburettors, this has increased horsepower to well over the 50 that it came with from the factory.
    A new chrome-moly drag racing frame was made for the bike and a custom aluminium fuel tank/seat was built to keep the front profile low and aerodynamic. A front end was then added from a first-generation Hayabusa, the exhaust pipes were pulled from the prototype MotoCysz GP bike and a XX electronic ignition system was added.
    Although it looks perfect for a spot of 1/4 mile drag racing, the team at ICON 1000 haven’t released an official 1/4 mile time yet, but when they do I’ll update this post to include it.
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    Yamaha XS650 by ICON 1000. 6 740x493 Yamaha XS650 by ICON 1000
    Yamaha XS650 by ICON 1000. 3 740x493 Yamaha XS650 by ICON 1000
    Yamaha XS650 by ICON 1000. 1 740x493 Yamaha XS650 by ICON 1000
    Yamaha XS650 by ICON 1000. 2 740x493 Yamaha XS650 by ICON 1000
    Yamaha XS650 by ICON 1000. 7 740x493 Yamaha XS650 by ICON 1000
    Yamaha XS650 by ICON 1000. 8 740x1109 Yamaha XS650 by ICON 1000
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    Airhead Revival

    Josh Withers is no stranger to BMW airheads. After building his own 1973 BMW Cafe, Josh was commissioned to build one in a similar vein for someone he never met, except through countless phone calls and emails. After two years of obsessing over every detail of this 1972 BMW R75/5, Josh completed the project and finally met what he considers his modern-day "pen pal". Josh, a photographer by day, spent many hours through nights and weekends breathing life back into this airhead that was considered dead. Like many who currently have or had a project of their own, Josh gives us insight into what keeps him obsessing, creating, and building. Ride tastefully.


    #Rookie93MarcMarquez : 'Behind the Scenes' with the Champion / En coulisses avec le nouveau héros du MotoGP™


    Rookie93MarcMarquez:
    MotoGP™ rights holder Dorna Sports SL is set to release a feature-length documentary reviewing Marc Marquez’s first season in MotoGP™, in which he emerged as the best newcomer of 2013 in spectacular style.
    The rider from Cervera, Spain, who had already taken World Championship titles in the 125cc and Moto2™ tiers - had a brilliant first year in the premier class, fighting for the title with team-mate Dani Pedrosa and double World Champion Jorge Lorenzo, as well as his childhood idol Italian rider Valentino Rossi.
    Along the way he broke numerous records previously belonging to motorcycle legends Freddie Spencer and Kenny Roberts – both of whom are big admirers of the young Spaniard.
    Titled '#Rookie93MarcMarquez - Beyond the Smile', the 82 minute-long documentary is set for international distribution, with home video release already scheduled for the UK through Duke and Germany through Radio Viktoria.
    The documentary will be released digitally with English, French, Spanish, Italian and German subtitles via iTunes (in Austria, Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the US) over the coming weeks.
    A 52-minute TV version will be broadcast by Mediaset España's Telecinco channel on Sunday 15th December at 2pm.
    The behind-the-scenes insight reviews the new World Champion’s remarkable 2013 campaign, featuring previously unseen footage of the preparations for his first year in MotoGP™, as well as all the key moments that shaped his memorable season.
    In addition to a candid interview with Marquez himself, it also features the views of some of the key people surrounding him, as well as insights from his on-track rivals.

    Rookie93MarcMarquez:
    Dorna Sports prépare la sortie d’un documentaire long métrage sur l’exceptionnelle première saison de Marc Márquez en MotoGP™, à la fin de laquelle il est devenu le plus jeune Champion du Monde de l’histoire de la catégorie reine.
    Déjà vainqueur des Championnats du Monde 125 et Moto2™, le pilote originaire de Cervera, en Espagne, a vécu une fantastique première année dans la catégorie reine et a lutté pour le titre jusqu’au bout face à son coéquipier Dani Pedrosa, au double Champion du Monde Jorge Lorenzo ainsi qu’à son idole Valentino Rossi.
    En cours de route, Márquez a battu de nombreux records, notamment ceux des légendaires Freddie Spencer et Kenny Roberts, deux grands admirateurs du jeune Espagnol.
    Intitulé  '#Rookie93MarcMarquez - Beyond the Smile’, ce documentaire de 82 minutes jouira d’une distribution internationale et sera proposé en Grande-Bretagne via Duke et en Allemagne via Radio Viktoria.
    Le documentaire sera proposé sur iTunes avec sous-titrage en anglais, français, espagnol, italien et allemand (en Autriche, Australie, Belgique, Canada, Danemark, Finlande, France, Italie, Pays-Bas, Norvège, Espagne, Suède, Suisse et Etats-Unis) dans les semaines à venir.
    Une version télé de 52 minutes sera diffusée par la chaîne espagnole Telecinco dimanche 15 décembre à 14h.
    Tourné dans les coulisses de son incroyable saison, ce documentaire propose des séquences vidéo inédites de Marquez, de sa préparation pour sa première année en MotoGP ainsi que des meilleurs moments qui ont marqué une saison mémorable. 
    En plus d’une interview en tête à tête avec Marquez lui-même, le documentaire s’intéresse aux personnages qui forment son entourage ainsi qu’à ses adversaires directs.
    Rookie93MarcMarquez:

    Michael Schumacher tests the 2014 Mercedes C-Class



    Should be introduced shortly

    Mercedes has released a new video of Michael Schumacher testing the safety systems on the 2014 C-Class.
    While the clip doesn't reveal too much, the company confirmed the car will be offered with a variety of safety systems including Collision Prevention Assist Plus which can automatically brake the car to prevent or minimize a collision.
    The model will also have Pre-Safe Brake, Brake Assist Plus, Active Blind Spot Assist and Active Lane Keeping Assist. Furthermore, Distronic Plus with Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot will greatly reduce stress in traffic jams as the system automatically steers the car and keeps pace with traffic.
    Michael Schumacher and the 2014 Mercedes C-Class 12.12.2013
    According to Jochen Hermann, Director of Driver Assistance Systems and Active Safety at Mercedes-Benz, "It is enormously enjoyable to work with Michael Schumacher. He is not only sensationally good at maneuvering cars, he has an extraordinary understanding of technology and driving physics combined with the ability to identify potential solutions precisely and rapidly." He added, "I think this cooperation will bear a great deal of fruit in the future. Our shared aim is more safety for all road users."
    Check out the press release for additional information
    Source: Mercedes-Benz

    1968 CHEVROLET L-88 CORVETTE


     1968 Chevrolet L 88 Corvette
    This 1968 Chevrolet L-88 Corvette is considered by many Corvette aficionados to be the most victorious racing Corvette in history.
    The car packs a 685hp (at 6,600 rpm), 427 CID L-88 big block Chevrolet racing engine, a Muncie M-22 “Rockcrusher” transmission, independent front and rear suspension, coil springs on the front, and transverse leaf on the rear with Koni adjustable shock absorbers at each corner. These specifications also make it one of the most vicious racing Corvettes ever made.
     1968 Chevrolet L 88 Corvette
    This particular L-88 was originally built from a Corvette chassis by Tony DeLorenzo and Jerry Thompson, two men who need no introduction to any fan of ’60s and ’70s era motor racing in the USA.
    The car’s impressive list of achievments include results include the 1969 and 1972 SCCA National “A” Production Championships, 1968 and 1970 SCCA National “A” Production Runner-Up, second place in GT at the 1969 12 Hours of Sebring, and the 1969 and 1970 GT Class wins in the 24 Hours of Daytona. In the 1970 event, it finished sixth overall, behind two Porsche 917s, a Ferrari 512, and two Ferrari 312s, but ahead of a Ferrari 250 LM in seventh and a Ford GT40 in eighth.
    The Corvette also has an unbroken ownership history, it was restored professionally in 2000 and has been turning heads at autoshows since. 
     1968 Chevrolet L 88 Corvette
     1968 Chevrolet L 88 Corvette
     1968 Chevrolet L 88 Corvette
     1968 Chevrolet L 88 Corvette
     1968 Chevrolet L 88 Corvette
     1968 Chevrolet L 88 Corvette
    Photo Credits: Ron Kimball ©2012  Via SILODROME

    Wunderlich F 800 GS "Jacare"






    The Brazilian “Jacaré anão”, known in English as "Cuvier’s dwarf caiman", is a light, long-legged representative of the caiman species with a nasty bite. 

    Just as eager to go on the offensive and just as aggressive is our concept bike, which offers way more possibilities than the somewhat meek F 800 GS. Lightweight, sporty and extremely agile, it is intended to uphold the ideals of the R 80 G/S while showing just what is possible. We tailored this special GS to the personal requirements of no less a personality than our own “works rider” and four-time German champion Dirk Thelen. 

    When in 2008 we hit on the idea of conjuring up a competitive motorbike out of the meek and mild F 800 GS we had no idea of the huge outlay of time and expense that was waiting for us. 

    What has emerged is a completely reworked motorbike which is sensationally light and, thanks to the many innovations and classy materials, boasts sensational ride characteristics. 


    Big fat weight savings of 30 kg and a significantly lighter front end render possible a whole new set of riding manoeuvres – both on- and off-road.
    The Jacaré‘s smooth tank and side fairings allow for maximum freedom of movement off-road and will survive a spill, which is not something you can say of the opulent yet vulnerable plastic ornamentation that graces the original. 

    The powerful Hella headlights in ellipsoid (low-beam) and Xenon (full-beam) construction provide excellent illumination. 

    The aggressive front mask, drawn right through to the tail, is a real eye-catcher – at first glance the tail doesn't appear to include a rear light. This is built into the little Kellermann indicators, as is the brake light. 

    n order to bring about a slim tail the Wunderlich technicians have banished the tank filler plug under the seat, which is now removed in a matter of seconds using a rip cord. 

    The low weight and envisaged area of use mean that the toughened glass stopper is now adequate for all purposes. The ABS, completely incompatible with sports use, has been ditched, and a Wunderlich front wheel hub machined out of solid metal also shows solid quality in detail - "Made in Germany". 


    The Performance Controller, tuned by Wunderlich, guarantees a dynamic response across the entire RPM range and instantaneous revving. 

    Ideal foils to this are the perfectly tuned Öhlins shock element and outstandingly tuned forks, and sure grip is provided by the Conti TKC-80 tyres. For off-road use the bike is shod with new Conti “Intermediate” off-road sports tyres. 

    As the “Jacaré” was developed from the very first draft as a prototype, Wunderlich developed a clearly defined and comfortable ERGO seat and gave the top yoke construction, machined out of solid metal, an adjustable handlebar clamp. The many high-quality components, such as the adjustable, roller-bearing-mounted and retractable gear lever, the light footrests machined out of solid aluminium and the patented "VarioLever" hand levers, all serve to make looking at the “Jacaré” a fascinating voyage of discovery.



    So all that’s left to say is: “may you never be lacking in bite”.

    Components of our concept:
    • Tank/tail fairing (glass-fibre reinforced plastic/Kevlar hybrid)
    • PerformanceController
    • “TriQ” top yoke set
    • Front mask with XENON headlights
    • Lightweight tail conversion
    • “Extreme” engine protector
    • “ERGO Sport" seat
    • Kellermann indicators with built-in brake/rear light (rear))
    • Sport exhaust system


    Renault 4 - 4X4 Concept HQ

    Renault 4 Concept - Four-wheel Drive Version.
    For more information visit www.davidobendorfer.com



    Is now the time to buy a De Tomaso Pantera?


    1974 De Tomaso Pantera Coupé Coachwork by Carrozzeria Ghia
    Bonhams will auction this Gulf-liveried Pantera with an estimate of £45,000 - 55,000. Here at Classic Driver, we believe the dual-nationality Seventies supercar represents particularly good value even at this upper-end valuation, so we set about investigating further…
    “It’s a formula which was used in the AC Cobra in the 60s, and became increasingly popular during the 70s: European coachwork with US muscle,” says Tim Schofield of Bonhams. The British auction house will auction this Gulf-liveried Pantera (painted by the previous owner to match his GT40) later today, but it has already had recent success with its predecessor, selling a Mangusta for a world-record £203,100 a few weeks ago. “Mangustas were produced in the hundreds, whereas production of the Pantera spanned a 20-year period,” Tim says. With over 7,000 built, the Pantera sits within a significantly lower price bracket. He continues: “It’s ticking a number of boxes for people who’d like to own one of the earlier supercars.”
    Many will be familiar with the complaints regarding the Pantera’s build quality, but that shouldn’t prevent the purchase of the car as a classic. “By now, many of these cars will have gone through the restoration process, and problems which they might have had when new will have been ironed out by now, if the work has been undertaken by the right specialist,” says Tim. “Let’s not forget: it was the early Seventies, it was in Italy, and whether it was a Fiat or Ferrari, we all know about the issues with the metals used during that period.”

    A future fancy?

    Tim wouldn’t be drawn into speculating about future values, although Frank Jacob - MD of Springbok Sportwagen in Hamburg - offered his opinion: “Of course, it depends on the overall development of the market. But should this remain stable, the prices for good examples will continue to rise, I'm sure. The Pantera provides driving pleasure at a relatively affordable price. Also, the repair costs are manageable due to the well-established American drivetrain, and the resulting availability of parts. You can perhaps imagine how much more expensive it is to maintain a Ferrari engine.
    "Two years ago, I offered a Mangusta at the Techno Classica for 160,000 euros - and I was laughed at,” says Jacob. “But I sold it, and more recently Bonhams auctioned a Mangusta in original condition for nearly 250,000 euros. Personally, I would prefer the Mangusta to a Ferrari Daytona. In terms of the Pantera, I find the early European-spec cars particularly interesting, with a good example costing around 80,000 euros.”

    At the races

    It’s worth remembering that the Pantera also has competition history, too. Jan B. Lühn - who previously worked for Christie's auction house - now specialises in such racing cars, and has a Group 4 Pantera in stock. He explains: “The Group 4 Panteras are currently undervalued in my view, as you can participate in such events as the Le Mans Classic with these cars. For a comparable Porsche (a 911 3.0 RSR), you pay almost a million euros, while a Ferrari 512 BB LM will set you back around 1.5 million euros - even a BMW M1 Procar will cost roughly double what a racing Pantera does. What’s more, you can buy a brand-new racing engine practically out of the box for around 35,000 dollars; I dread to think what the equivalent Porsche engine would cost. The Pantera is one of the few cars which allow entry into historic motorsport events and cost 120,000 euros or less.”
    Considering the above, it’s easy to understand the desirability of a Pantera in road or racing format - in fact, some would say they’re even more appealing today than they were in period. We leave it for you to decide whether now is the time to buy one, but we can’t help thinking that if the Pantera sells within estimate later today, the buyer should be very pleased with himself. Very pleased indeed.
    Photos: Bonhams
    Several De Tomaso Panteras can be found in the Classic Driver Market.
    Want to sell your Pantera - or any other classic for that matter? Register to create a listing here.

    Christian’s ExesoR


    Exesor 1
    You may have seen this beautiful CB250 already but we had to have her on The Bike Shed, and besides, we have a few extra ‘unseen’ photos of the bike, and of course our unique Bike Shed angle on the build  – and the bike is pretty special, especially for a Shed build.
    Exesor 13x
    The man behind all the hard labour is Austrian engineer, Christian, who has never worked on motorcycles professionally, but his skills have clearly have clearly been applied to this remarkable bike which is laden with exotic materials, one-off bespoke items and clever engineering solutions.
    Exesor 3
    Having rehearsed his bike-building skills on streetfighters Christian’s attention eventually turned to the cafe racer scene. He started out with a CB400 which was modified to run at Classic bike races, and then along came this 1976 CB250. It was an Ebay find in terrible condition, but at least it was cheap at just €250.
    Exesor 2
    Being a proper engineer Christian started with drawings. He’d wanted to build the bike for a ‘well-known coffee company” but this didn’t work out, so he needed to create an alternative brand & logo, and ExesoR was born. …I can almost smell the beans roasting now.
    Exesor 12x
    Unlike most builds on here – especially shed builds – Christian’s goal was to use as few stock parts as possible and to manufacture as many of the replacement components himself. His second rule was to avoid silver chrome, so every metal part on the bike is either nickel plated, black chrome, galvanised or raw metal.
    Exesor 5
    One thing Christian is particularly proud of is the way he concealed the throttle cable inside the handlebar. While this isn’t unique, it is very clever, and it wasn’t achieved through any off-the-shelf kit. Another notable feature is the use of “Diamond-like Carbon” (DLC) coating on the fork internals, which is a new treatment you might find on modern KTMs and race-bikes.
    Exesor 6
    Many of the main components on the bike were created using CAD (computer-aided design) which Christian had to teach himself to use as he went. The designs were then used to create CNC parts. This clearly went very well.
    Exesor 8
    Along with all the clever exotic stuff there were some more familiar engineering upgrades. To compliment the coated fork internal surfaces Christian fitted Wirth springs. The rear swing arm, from a CB400, is suspended with Koni shocks. Motogadget clocks (of course) take care of instrumentation but the mount was custom made.
    Exesor 4
    The bike also got a stronger motor, courtesy of a CB360 bored-out to 390cc and running hot cams and open velocity stacks. A Dyna ignition maximises the spark along side a light-weight mini Lithium Ferrous Phosphate battery, and the drive-train uses a race clutch.
    Exesor 9
    All this work took Christian 460 hours over two and a half years to complete, and it’s real mix of ultra-modern tech and old school design aesthetics. Whether you’re a tech-loving, race-bike convert to the cafe scene or an old-school petrol head who likes things to look right, this bike has a little bit of something for everyone.
    Exesor 11x
    Christian wants us to thank Photographer David Matl who is responsible for these beautiful photos, taken in an old coal mine, and which David credits for helping him win a Custom Bike Magazine contest this year. Yes, they’re lovely pics, but it’s also a remarkable bike. Thanks for sharing with all of us here at The Bike Shed. See more from this build at the ExesoR Motorcycles Website.
    via THE BIKE SHED

    EARL GREY BY URBAN MOTOR


    EG Männer Earl Grey by Urban Motor
    Urban Motor is a relatively new garage based in Berlin, Germany. Headed up by a friendly chap by the name of Peter, Urban Motor has already produced 4 custom BMW motorcycles and 1 custom Moto Guzzi, all of which really deserve their own feature articles. So today we’re going to start with the “Earl Grey” and we’ll bring you their other bikes in all their high resolution glory over the next couple of months.
    The Earl Grey started life as a 1983 BMW R80G/S although not much of the base model still exists, the team at Urban Motors opted to use the boxer engine, transmission and front forks from a 1977 BMW R100RS. They hand-fabricated the fuel tank and seat in house and added a 2-into-1 Hoske exhaust with a manifold from an R1100RT.
    The frame was cleaned up and repainted, Peter added a custom sub-frame at the rear and Wilbers shock absorbers. The feature that stands out the most for me on this motorcycle is the front headlight placement, the lamp have been placed a little lower down between the front forks and a stainless steel, oval shaped plate has been added in the light’s usual place. It gives the bike a unique look and harks back to the old Isle of Man race bikes from the ’60s and ’70s.
    To finish the build off Urban Motor added Brembo brakes, they wrapped the pipes with themal cloth, added bar-end mirrors and an offset speedo.
    This bike isn’t for sale as it’s Peter’s own personal ride, hit the link to visit Urban Motors and see more of their work.
    bmw custom bike Earl Grey by Urban Motor
    urban motor Earl Grey by Urban Motor
    urban motor motorcycle Earl Grey by Urban Motor
    bmw custom motorcycle Earl Grey by Urban Motor
    bmw custom motorcycle 6 Earl Grey by Urban Motor
    bmw custom motorcycle 5 Earl Grey by Urban Motor
    bmw custom motorcycle 4 Earl Grey by Urban Motor
    bmw custom motorcycle 3 Earl Grey by Urban Motor
    bmw custom motorcycle 2 Earl Grey by Urban Motor
    EG Detail Vergaser Earl Grey by Urban Motor
    bmw custom motorcycle 1 Earl Grey by Urban Motor
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