Do not compromise on safety for several hundred or even a few thousand rupees. The choice is yours – a cheap substandard helmet with a high risk of head injuries in case of accident or a sturdy helmet which meets specified standards and will provide the protection needed. This is the crucial life-or-death advice being given to all motorcyclists in view of their vulnerability on the roads of Sri Lanka.”The motorcycle has been identified as the No. 1 vehicle involved in accidents in the past two years, according to police reports,” points out Dr. Anil Jasinghe, Director of the National Hospital’s Accident and Orthopaedic Service, stressing that 90% of motorcyclists are young and at the peak of their lives.

OBB Enterprises announced today exciting additions for it’s 2007 women’s clothing line. You may remember One Bad Bitch, a female-owned, women’s motorcycle clothing company based in Denver, for their bold, sexy apparel.

OBB has been growing by leaps and bounds over the last few years and is excited about the new additions to the 2007 clothing line, which include some more subdued designs with the classic sexy styling. New this year is the Crystal Logo Tank. This elegant style is both flattering and flashy. The Crystal Logo tank is a premium v-neck tank top style, made with a cotton, spandex and jersey blend featuring merrow edge hems. Even biker gals need a little bling in their wardrobe. Another new addition is the “Don’t Hate Me Because I Ride Better Than You.” This high-end white long sleeve top is made with fine, interlock fabric and feels incredibly soft to the touch! It features a tribal heart design on the front and our newest slogan: Don’t Hate Me Because I Ride Better Than You.

Norway has emerged as a boom market for British designed and manufactured motorcycle luggage trailers, as increasing numbers of Norwegians recognise the benefits of pulling luggage behind a bike rather than trying to strap it to the machine. Squire, based near Moreton-in-Marsh in the heart of England, pioneered motorcycle luggage trailer development in the 1980s with several radical design features including the 360-degree rotating hitch, but they have tended to be more popular abroad than in the domestic market. In recent years over 50% of production has been sent overseas, in spite of the strong pound, and last year Norway emerged as the top market, accounting for approximately 65% of export sales. Many people will be surprised to learn that it is not only legal to tow a trailer behind a motorcycle, but it also has a minimal effect on performance while dramatically increasing carrying capacity.

LIVERMORE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Cruiser Customizing, Inc., a leading online reseller of motorcycle parts, accessories and apparel with 140,000 members, will throw open its doors to the public featuring an all-day party with music, refreshments and prizes on Saturday, May 12th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The open house kicks off this year’s riding season and benefits two local charities: the California Autism Foundation and Diva’s for a Cure. The open house takes place at Cruiser Customizing’s headquarters, 4671 Los Positas Road, Building C, in Livermore. Now in its fifth year, the Cruiser Customizing Open House is becoming a local tradition. Hundreds of bikers show up to meet friends, listen to music and win prizes provided by motorcycle parts and accessories manufacturers.

Several states that had given in to pressure from motorcyclists to make wearing helmets optional are giving the issue second thoughts. The reason shouldn’t be surprising. The number of deaths of motorcyclists has soared while other highway deaths have declined.

Riders of BMW Motorrads best selling super sports twin, the R 1200 S, will know that the bikes sporting credentials are complemented by its ability to travel long distances. With this in mind, a flexible storage solution is an absolute must. Thats why, due to popular customer demand, the Motorcycle Equipment team at BMW has now made their already-popular Sports Cases available for the R 1200 S. The Sports Cases unrivalled look and style mirrors the dynamic design of the R 1200 S. Its .

THE lives of snowboarders and motorcyclists may soon be saved by a fabric developed by a team of scientists at the Dow Corning facility in Barry. This “smart” fabric is soft and flexible unless it is involved in an impact. Then, it immediately hardens to protect the wearer.

Irvine, CA (April 3, 2007)Owners of everything from crotch rockets to custom cruisers now have a new cutting edge way to shop for great deals on motorcycle and ATV parts and accessories. JC Motors has opened the doors to a very impressive 15,000 sq. ft. facility in Irvine, CA, and is soon launching a community-oriented, content enriched online store. The new retail store now open at 16591 Noyes Ave., and the companys online website is composed of thousands of new parts, accessories and apparel for every major brand cycle and ATV on the market. All of the companys products are backed by JC Motors one-of-a-kind 100% Satisfaction Guarantee – a Lifetime Return Policy and Damage Replacement Offer that is second to none in the industry. JC Motors, long established as the world leader in motorcycle transportation services, understands the meaning of good customer service, and has applied a customer-friendly approach to the companys return policy.

Lawmakers and safety advocates in eight states are pushing for new motorcycle helmet laws in what some experts call a new trend sparked by soaring motorcyclist fatalities and last year’s crash of NFL star Ben Roethlisberger. The effort by lawmakers and state officials to require helmets marks a more controversial approach to motorcycle safety than previous efforts stressing rider training and motorist education.

Rich Oliver Racing, Inc. has entered into an extended sponsorship naming Oxtar as the “Official Boot” of Rich Oliver’s Mystery School. Oxtar boots are lightweight yet feature construction that focuses on high safety standards and performance. Oxtar’s research is oriented above all towards safety, with technical features that guarantee maximum levels of protection for the motorcyclist. This combination has proven successful for both durability and safety in the various courses offered at Rich Oliver’s Mystery School. Located in Montebelluna, Italy, Oxtar manufacturers various lines of boots made for all avenues of motorcycling including off-road to roadracing, touring, supermoto, a new line of women’s boots, and more. Mystery School owner Rich Oliver is pleased to have Oxtar as part of his flat track motorcycle programs.

Holding down a Monday through Friday, nine-to-five job isn’t for everyone. Or, at least, not for Woodrow Landfair.
When he graduated from the University of Texas with a degree in creative writing last year, Landfair decided to take a different path into the working world.
“I read a bunch of books about land travel, had a degree in creative writing and thought ‘Well, this will be my life,’” said Landfair. “‘Ill go on an adventure and spend my life writing stories.’”
After selling all his worldly possessions, including a car a friend gave him, Landfair bought a Suzuki Intruder 800 motorcycle, taught himself how to ride and took off to the eastern part of the country. Up to that point, he had never been on a motorcycle before. He had $3,000 in his pocket, two backpacks filled with clothes, his laptop, a digital camera and a sleeping bag.

In what appears to be way of addressing the lack of trunk space in the new Smart fortwo, DCX has released a few sketches showing the Smart accessorized to appeal to that overly-pursued active lifestyle consumer. The three drawings (two of which are posted after the jump) include the above boat trailer, a motorcycle hauler and a traveling living space; complete with sink, stove, storage and bed. While all are intriguing, Smart doesn’t intend to build these trailers anytime soon. We certainly like the idea, but are a bit worried about getting stuck behind one on our way up to Tahoe.[Source: TCC] .

From a Tuesday editorial in the Toledo Blade: For many Americans, there remains a mystique to riding a motorcycle. Think of the iconic images of Marlon Brando or Dennis Hopper astride their bikes, the very personification of rebels. Even in these days of more CEOs than outlaws riding expensive bikes, the call of the open road means a sense of freedom, the wind in riders’ hair.