Indholdsfortegnelse for #317 16-02 i Just Bikes

BMW Motorrad have taken the wraps off the latest addition to their 999cc inline-4 family – the S 1000 XR – which joins the S 1000 RR, S 1000 R and HP4. Described by BMW as an “adventure sport” bike, the S 1000 XR’s mix of supersports performance, touring ability and high levels of rider comfort make it something of a ‘real roads superbike’; one that should appeal to riders who want a machine they can enjoy on the highway, country roads and long tours, as well as the daily commute. Performance and Practicality Powered by the same inline four-cylinder engine as the rest of the ‘S 1000’ family, the XR is offered in the same state of tune as the S 1000 R; meaning maximum power of 118kW and…

A low-cut street-style boot, Gaerne’s G-Voyager combines the comfort and style of a casual shoe with the safety features of a dedicated motorcycle boot. The full leather upper features a waterproof and breathable Drytech internal membrane, while the sole is the non-slip rubber type. The G-Voyager features built-in ankle protection, along with reinforcements in the heel and toe (pedal/shifter) areas, and is fastened by a combination of laces and an outside-edge zip. Available in three different styles, including a new oiled brown finish, the Gaerne G-Voyager comes in 41-47 (Euro) sizes (black in 44-46 only) and retails for $249.95 RRP from good bike gear retailers. Visit cassons.com.au…

We’re looking for vintage, classic and newer bikes of all types to feature in future issues, covering restorations, custom bikes, choppers and original survivors. That includes scooters, mopeds, trikes and outfits, too. It’s not just road bikes we’re interested in, either: dirt bikes, trials and enduro bikes are also welcome. If you’ve a got a cool bike for sale, the additional exposure that an article in JUST BIKES provides can help in selling the bike, too. Do you have a collection of bikes, racing memorabilia, or other motorcycling-related collectables? Maybe you’ve undertaken an epic road trip, or just seen, built or done something of interest and relevance to JUST BIKES readers*. To have your story featured in JUST BIKES, email all the details - and be sure to include images…

Harley-Davidson have released initial details on the 2016 model lineup for Australia, with the full range set to be in local dealerships from October 1. Highlights include new Dark Custom versions of the Iron 883 and Forty-Eight Sportsters, identified by blackout treatment of the engine, wheels, guards and other parts. The MY16 models also get new front suspension, adjustable rear suspension, improved seats and new lightweight alloy wheels. Suspension upgrades will also be applied across the entire Sportster range. The Softail family gets new ‘S’ limitededitions for 2016 - applied to the Fat Boy and Softail Slim - which add a grunty Screamin’ Eagle Twin Cam 110ci engine (previously limited to the CVO range), along with distinctive styling touches. The Softail Slim S gets a military-inspired Olive Gold Denim paint…

This year’s 2015 MX Nationals championship was a history-making series, as it saw first-time winners in all three classes: MX1, MX2 and MXD. All three titles also came down to the final round, so the Coolum Pines track was certainly buzzing. Heavy rain had drenched the region in the lead up to the round, but race day was blessed with dry conditions. The final round was also blessed with the appearance of a number of special guests, including Mick Doohan, Jason Crump, Mick Fanning and Troy Bayliss, plus Red Bull Racing’s Jamie Whincup and Craig Lowndes. After a runner-up finish in the MX1 class in 2014, KTM Motocross Racing Team’s Kirk Gibbs secured his first major national championship this year. In MX2, the Josh Coppins Racing Yamaha team made a…

For many custom bike builders in the USA, Ginger McCabe and Lauren Schatz of New Church Moto are the ‘go to’ crew when it comes to getting a custom-built seat for their creation. Founded in Portland, Oregon, in 2010, and now firmly established in the American custom scene, you’ll find New Church’s handiwork as far afield as Texas and New York. Ginger and Lauren don’t just support the custom bike scene, they live it. Both ride and both can boast a cool classic in their garage. For Ginger, ‘custom’ is definitely the best way to describe her long-term mount. Used for short trips, long tours, some flat track racing and even a bit of trail riding (!), the XS 400 custom you’re looking at here ain’t concours, but it still…

On the back of their successful R nineT project last year (as featured in JUST BIKES #307), BMW Motorrad Japan turned their attention in 2015 to the K1600 GTL, arguably the last word in luxury tourers. For the R nineT project, a quartet of up-and-coming Japanese builders were given the task of customising one of BMW’s newest models. But with the GTL being an elite product, it required Japan’s elite builders. The two chosen were Keiji Kawakita of Hot Dock Custom Cycles and Kenji Nagai of Ken’s Factory. Both Kawakita and Nagai have a long history of converting and customising Harley-Davidsons, so applying their skills to an inline six BMW presented a unique challenge. Not only had neither builder customised a K1600 GTL before, the Ignite Straight 6 project also…

New from screen specialists MRA, X-Creen is an adjustable spoiler that makes your bike more versatile and comfortable in a wider range of conditions. Available in two styles – Sport or Touring - the X-Creen spoiler can either be screwed or clamped onto your bike’s existing screen, allowing you to enjoy more comfort when it counts – especially on long trips, but it’s also beneficial for commuting or in poor weather. The Sport 260 x 90mm screen extension is ideal for freeway runs or weekends stints on local twisties, but it’s suitable for the odd track day, too. Easily removed, the X-Creen Sport comes in tint or clear. The X-Creen Touring is a larger 360 x 163mm screen extension, with greater distance and angle adjustability. The larger size directs air…

Designed from the ground up to provide affordable, quality eyewear for all active lifestyles, Bobster Eyewear from the USA is now available in Australia. The Gunner (pictured) is just one item in the Bobster range that covers glasses for men and women, MX goggles, and even stuff that’s been ballistically tested! Thanks to its flexible, wrap-around frame, the Gunner is ideal for riders. It can be worn as sunglasses or goggles, simply by removing the temples and replacing with a strap. Removable closed cell foam prevents fogging, wind or debris from distorting vision, too. What’s revolutionary about the Gunner, though, is the high-performance photochromic lenses that can be interchanged with a clear lens for night riding or other activities that require eye protection. Bobster’s Gunner is $115.25 RRP, with the…

Andrew’s Road Rocket first featured in the August, 2011, issue of JUST BIKES, with its rebuild as a Shooting Star covered in March, 2013, but this bike is worth revisiting, not least for the story behind it, but also for the fact it’s now for sale. What became the bike shown here was Andrew’s second rebuild after the bike was virtually destroyed in an accident following the 2009 BSA Motorcycle Owner’s Association (BSAMOA) National Rally. The accident left Andrew in as bad a shape as his bike, with the recovery long and arduous. It took some time for the Victorian enthusiast to get the motorcycling bug again, but get it he did, thanks to the support of BSAMOA members and a trip to the 2011 All British Rally (ABR), where…