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<strong>Article</strong> <strong>Index</strong><br />

<strong>MCN</strong> <strong>Article</strong> <strong>Index</strong><br />

<strong>1991</strong>–<strong>2007</strong><br />

WELCOME TO THE <strong>MCN</strong> index<br />

compilation. The index is<br />

organized by category, then<br />

arranged in reverse chronological<br />

order. It covers from <strong>1991</strong> (when<br />

Road Rider was transitioning into<br />

<strong>MCN</strong>) to <strong>2007</strong>. In order to search<br />

this PDF, you’ll want to use either<br />

Ctrl-F (or Command-F on an Apple)<br />

or hit the “Search” button to find for<br />

what you’re looking for.<br />

Contents<br />

Model Evaluations 1<br />

Model Comparisons 3<br />

First Impressions 4<br />

Mini Tests 5<br />

Long-Term Model<br />

Evaluations 5<br />

Project Bikes 5<br />

Alternative Propulsion 6<br />

Model Evaluations<br />

2008 Kawasaki Versys,<br />

November <strong>2007</strong><br />

<strong>2007</strong> Ducati Hypermotard,<br />

November <strong>2007</strong><br />

<strong>2007</strong> BMW F800ST, September <strong>2007</strong><br />

<strong>2007</strong> BMW G650 Xmoto,<br />

September <strong>2007</strong><br />

<strong>2007</strong> Suzuki Bandit 1250S,<br />

August <strong>2007</strong><br />

<strong>2007</strong> Kawasaki Z1000, August <strong>2007</strong><br />

2008 Kawasaki KLR 650, July <strong>2007</strong><br />

2008 H-D XL 1200N Nightster,<br />

July <strong>2007</strong><br />

2006 Victory 8-Ball S&S 106,<br />

January <strong>2007</strong><br />

2006 MV Agusta Brutale 910S,<br />

January <strong>2007</strong><br />

<strong>2007</strong> Harley-Davidson Screamin’<br />

Eagle VRSCX V-Rod, June <strong>2007</strong><br />

<strong>2007</strong> Moto Guzzi Norge 1200,<br />

June <strong>2007</strong><br />

<strong>2007</strong> Harley-Davidson FLHRS Road<br />

King Custom, April <strong>2007</strong><br />

<strong>2007</strong> Triumph Tiger 1050, April <strong>2007</strong><br />

<strong>2007</strong> Yamaha YZF-R1, March <strong>2007</strong><br />

<strong>2007</strong> Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom,<br />

February <strong>2007</strong><br />

<strong>2007</strong> BMW R1200R, February <strong>2007</strong><br />

2006 BMW R1200S, December 2006<br />

Book Reviews 6<br />

Bulletins 7<br />

Buyer’s Guides 7<br />

Camping 7<br />

Constant Velocity 7<br />

Contact Patch 7<br />

Cycle Attorney 9<br />

Downtime Files 9<br />

DVD/Video/Film Reviews 9<br />

Features & Special<br />

Reports 9<br />

Great Bikes 12<br />

Great Destinations/MC<br />

USA/Touring 12<br />

Guest Editorial 13<br />

How-To 14<br />

Humor 15<br />

Industry Reports 15<br />

MC Design 15<br />

MC Rights 16<br />

<strong>2007</strong> Moto Guzzi Griso 1100,<br />

December 2006<br />

<strong>2007</strong> Ducati Monster 695,<br />

September 2006<br />

2006 Harley-Davidson FXDBI Street<br />

Bob, September 2006<br />

2006 Moto Guzzi Breva 1100,<br />

August 2006<br />

2006 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14, July 2006<br />

2006 Honda CBR1000RR, July 2006<br />

2006 Suzuki Boulevard M109R,<br />

June 2006<br />

2006 Yamaha FZ1, June 2006<br />

2006 Kawasaki KLR650, May 2006<br />

2006 KTM 950SM, May 2006<br />

2006 BMW K1200R, April 2006<br />

2006 Suzuki GSX-R1000, April 2006<br />

2006 Yamaha Morphous Scooter,<br />

April 2006<br />

2006 Ducati Multistrada 620 Dark,<br />

March 2006<br />

2006 Kawasaki Ninja 650R,<br />

March 2006<br />

2004 Kymco Venox 250, January 2006<br />

2006 Yamaha Roadliner S,<br />

January 2006<br />

2006 Harley-Davidson FXDWGI Dyna<br />

Wide Glide, November 2005<br />

2005 Triumph Daytona 650,<br />

November 2005<br />

Medical Motorcycling 16<br />

Mental Motorcycling 17<br />

Open Road 18<br />

Performance <strong>Index</strong> 18<br />

Product Comparisons 18<br />

Product Reports/Innovation<br />

Of The Month 19<br />

Proficient Motorcycling 25<br />

Physical Motorcycling 27<br />

Pushing The Envelope 27<br />

Rally & Event Reports 27<br />

Reader Forum 27<br />

Riding School Reports 27<br />

Street Strategy 28<br />

Survey Reports 28<br />

Survival Tips 29<br />

Technical 29<br />

Touring Tips 29<br />

Used Bike Value Guide 29<br />

What’s New 30<br />

2006 Buell XB12X Ulysses,<br />

October 2005<br />

2005 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R,<br />

September 2005<br />

2005 Ducati S2R Monster Dark,<br />

September 2005<br />

2005 BMW K1200S, August 2005<br />

2005 Polaris Victory Hammer,<br />

August 2005<br />

2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, July 2005<br />

2005 BMW R1200RT, June 2005<br />

2005 Suzuki Boulevard M50,<br />

June 2005<br />

2005 Kawasaki Z750S, May 2005<br />

2006 Harley-Davidson VRSCR,<br />

May 2005<br />

2005 Harley-Davidson CVO Fat Boy,<br />

April 2005<br />

2005 Moto Guzzi Nevada V750IE,<br />

April 2005<br />

2005 Ural Sidecar Combination,<br />

March 2005<br />

2005 Ducati ST3, March 2005<br />

2005 Triumph Thruxton, February 2005<br />

2005 ZG1000A20 Kawasaki Concours,<br />

February 2005<br />

2005 MZ1000S, German Parallel Twin,<br />

January 2005<br />

2005 Harley-Davidson Sportster 883L,<br />

January 2005<br />

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<strong>Article</strong> <strong>Index</strong>, <strong>1991</strong>-<strong>2007</strong><br />

Model Evaluations, continued<br />

2005 Triumph Rocket III,<br />

December 2004<br />

2004 Ducati ST4S/ABS, August 2004<br />

2004 Suzuki Burgman 650, May 2004<br />

2004 Suzuki DL650 V-Strom,<br />

May 2004<br />

2004 Moto Guzzi Breva V750ie,<br />

April 2004<br />

2004 Kawasaki Vulcan 2000,<br />

April 2004<br />

2004 Yamaha RS Midnight Venture,<br />

February 2004<br />

2004 Aprilia Mille RSV1000R,<br />

January 2004<br />

2004 Harley-Davidson XL1200C<br />

Sportster, December 2003<br />

2003 Gurney Alligator, December 2003<br />

2003 KTM 950 Adventure,<br />

November 2003<br />

2004 Buell XB12s Lightning,<br />

November 2003<br />

2004 Honda Valkyrie Rune,<br />

October 2003<br />

2004 Polaris Victory Vegas,<br />

August 2003<br />

2004 Ducati Multistrada, August 2003<br />

2003 Kawasaki 1600 Classic, July 2003<br />

2003 Suzuki SV650S, July 2003<br />

2003 Kawasaki ZR1000-A1, June 2003<br />

2003 Suzuki SV1000S, June 2003<br />

2003 Triumph Speed 4, May 2003<br />

2003 Triumph Speedmaster, April 2003<br />

2003 Honda RC51, April 2003<br />

2003 BMW R1200CLC January 2003<br />

2003 BMW R1150RS, December 2002<br />

2002 Kawasaki ZX-9R,<br />

December 2002<br />

2003 Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic<br />

Electra Glide, November 2002<br />

2002 MV Agusta F4 Senna,<br />

October 2002<br />

2003 Buell XB9R Firebolt: Breaking<br />

All The Rules, October 2002<br />

2003 Honda ST1300 ABS: World’s<br />

Favorite Sport-Tourer Reborn,<br />

August 2002<br />

2002 Yamaha YZF-Rl: Satisfying Your<br />

Lust For Thrust, August 2002<br />

2003 Yamaha FJR1300: An R1 For The<br />

Long Haul, July 2002<br />

2002 Kawasaki ZZR1200: Kinder,<br />

Gentler ZX-12R?, July 2002<br />

2002 Honda VTX1300S: New King Of<br />

The Middle-Heavyweight Division?,<br />

July 2002<br />

2002 Ducati Monster 620ie Dark: Little<br />

Rascal, June 2002<br />

2002 Honda 919 Interceptor: The<br />

‘Honster,’ June 2002<br />

2002 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-12R: The<br />

Velvet Hammer, May 2002<br />

2 MOTORCYCLE CONSUMER NEWS<br />

2002 Yamaha Road Star Warrior,<br />

April 2002<br />

2002 Suzuki GSX-R1000: Champion<br />

By A Knockout, April 2002<br />

2002 Honda VFR800FI ABS<br />

Interceptor, March 2002<br />

2002 Polaris V92c Victory Deluxe,<br />

The Minnesota Marauder,<br />

February 2002<br />

2002 Kawasaki 800 Drifter: The Lone<br />

Wolf, January 2002<br />

2001 Indian Scout, January 2002<br />

2002 Triumph Daytona,<br />

December 2001<br />

2002 Suzuki Volusia, December 2001<br />

2002 Harley-Davidson VRSC V-Rod,<br />

November 2001<br />

2001 Aprilia RST1000 Futura,<br />

October 2001<br />

2002 Kawasaki Vulcan Mean Streak,<br />

October 2001<br />

2001 Ducati Monster S4, August 2001<br />

2001 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUI Ultra<br />

Classic Electra Glide, July 2001<br />

2001 Kawasaki ZRX 1200R, June 2002<br />

BMW R1150RT, June 2001<br />

2002 Honda VTX1800C, May 2001<br />

2001 Yamaha FZ1, May 2001<br />

2001 Harley-Davidson FLSTI Fat Boy,<br />

April 2001<br />

2001 Suzuki GSX-R600: Middleweight<br />

Rocket, January 2001<br />

2000 Cagiva GC900 Gran Canyon,<br />

September 2000<br />

2000 Triumph Thunderbird Sport,<br />

August 2000<br />

2000 BMW F650S, July 2000<br />

2000 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Drifter,<br />

July 2000<br />

2000 Kawasaki ZR-7, June 2000<br />

2000 Kawasaki W650, June 2000<br />

2000 Honda CBR929RR, May 2000<br />

2000 Buell Blast, April 2000<br />

2000 H-D Road Glide, December 1999<br />

2000 Buell X-I Lightning,<br />

November 1999<br />

2000 Harley-Davidson FXST Softail,<br />

November 1999<br />

Armec R11/Tremola Sidecar,<br />

October 1999<br />

Triumph Sprint ST, August 1999<br />

1999 Yamaha Road Star, July 1999<br />

1999 Triumph Tiger 900, July 1999<br />

1999 Yamaha V Star 1100, June 1999<br />

1999 Suzuki GSX1300R Hayabusa,<br />

June 1999<br />

1999 Suzuki SV650, April 1999<br />

BMW R1100S, February 1999<br />

1999 Honda CBR600F4,<br />

February 1999<br />

1999 Ducati 900SS, January 1999<br />

1999 Ducati ST4, December 1998<br />

1999 Harley-Davidson Dyna Super<br />

Glide Sport, November 1998<br />

1998 Suzuki TL1000R, August 1998<br />

1998 Suzuki GSX750F Katana,<br />

July 1998<br />

1998 Honda VFR800FI Interceptor,<br />

June 1998<br />

1998 Yamaha V Star, May 1998<br />

1998 Suzuki VL1500 Intruder LC,<br />

April 1998<br />

1998 Honda CBR900RR, March 1998<br />

1997 BMW1200C, February 1998<br />

1998 Ducati ST2, December 1997<br />

1997 Triumph T595 Daytona,<br />

October 1997<br />

1998 BMW K1200RS, September 1997<br />

1997 Buell S3 Thunderbolt,<br />

September 1997<br />

1997 Suzuki TL1000S, August 1997<br />

1997 Suzuki Bandit 1200S, July 1997<br />

1997 Harley-Davidson FLSTS Heritage<br />

Springer Softail, June 1997<br />

1997 Suzuki Marauder 800, June 1997<br />

1997 Yamaha YZF1000R, June 1997<br />

1997 Honda VTR1000F, April 1997<br />

1997 Yamaha V-Max, April 1997<br />

1997 BMW F650ST, February 1997<br />

1996 Harley-Davidson FXDS Dyna<br />

Convertible, November 1996<br />

1996 Suzuki LS650 Savage,<br />

September 1996<br />

1996 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Classic,<br />

August 1996<br />

1996 Suzuki Bandit 600S, August 1996<br />

1996 Suzuki DR650SE, July 1996<br />

1997 Honda F6 Valkyrie, July 1996<br />

1996 Honda CBR900RR, June 1996<br />

1996 BMW R850R, April 1996<br />

1996 Kawasaki Eliminator 600,<br />

April 1996<br />

1996 Harley-Davidson XL1200S<br />

Sportster Sport, March 1996<br />

1996 Yamaha Royal Star, March 1996<br />

1996 BMW R1100RT, February 1996<br />

1996 Buell SI Lightning, January 1996<br />

Kawasaki Vulcan VN800-A1,<br />

November 1995<br />

Yamaha YZF750R, October 1995<br />

MZ Silver Star Gespann Retro Rig<br />

(Sidecar), September 1995<br />

Suzuki GS500E, August 1995<br />

Triumph Speed Triple, August 1995<br />

Kawasaki Voyager XII ZG1200-B9/L,<br />

July 1995<br />

Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra<br />

Classic FLHTCUI, July 1995<br />

BMW R1100R, April 1995<br />

Kawasaki GPZ1100, March 1995<br />

Buell S2-Thunderbolt, March 1995<br />

1994 Suzuki RF600R, December 1994<br />

1994 BMW K1100LT, November 1994<br />

Ural IMZ 8.103-40A, October 1994


Model Evaluations, continued<br />

1994 Kawasaki ZX9-R, September 1994<br />

1994 Harley-Davidson XLH 1200<br />

Sportster, July 1994<br />

1994 Kawasaki Concours, July 1994<br />

1994 Honda VFR750F, June 1994<br />

1993 Honda Nighthawk 750, June 1994<br />

1994 Ducati 900SS CR, May 1994<br />

1994 Harley-Davidson Superglide,<br />

May 1994<br />

1994 Suzuki RF900R, April 1994<br />

1994 Kawasaki Ninja 500, April 1994<br />

1994 Honda XR250L, March 1994<br />

1994 Suzuki DR125SE, March 1994<br />

1994 Harley-Davidson FXSTS<br />

Springer Softail, February 1994<br />

1994 Honda CBR1000F,<br />

February 1994<br />

1993 Moto Guzzi California III<br />

(LAPD), January 1994<br />

Kawasaki ZX-11 D1, Warp Drive,<br />

November 1993<br />

1993 Suzuki Intruder 1400, At Sturgis,<br />

November 1993<br />

1994 Honda PC800 Pacific Coast, Back<br />

In Black, October 1993<br />

Kawasaki KLX 650 C1, Form And<br />

Function, October 1993<br />

1994 Honda Magna and 1993 Yamaha<br />

V-Max, Lean And Mean Machines,<br />

September 1993<br />

1994 BMW R1100RS, Ultimate Tour<br />

Test, August 1993<br />

1994 Honda CB1000, Basic Black,<br />

July 1993<br />

BMWK100RS, Coast To Coast,<br />

June 1993<br />

Yamaha Venture Royale, June 1993<br />

Honda VFR750F, Design Exercise,<br />

May 1993<br />

Kawasaki ZR1100, Return Of An Old<br />

Standard?, May 1993<br />

Harley-Davidson XLH883, Back to<br />

The Future, April 1993<br />

Suzuki DR350S, Trail Smart, Street<br />

Savvy, April 1993<br />

Yamaha GTS1000A, Suspended<br />

Animation, March 1993<br />

Honda GL1500 SE, The Next<br />

Generation, February 1993<br />

Harley-Davidson FLHTCU-<br />

Anniversary, December 1992<br />

Yamaha XJ600 Seca II,<br />

November 1992<br />

Honda ST1100 ABS-TCS,<br />

November 1992<br />

Kawasaki Vulcan 1500-A6,<br />

October 1992<br />

Yamaha FJ1200 ABS, October 1992<br />

Harley-Davidson TLE Ultra Sidecar,<br />

September 1992<br />

BMW K1100LT, August 1992<br />

Yamaha XT225 Serow, August 1992<br />

Harley-Davidson FXDC Dyna Glide<br />

Custom, July 1992<br />

Honda Shadow 1100, June 1992<br />

Yamaha TDM850, May 1992<br />

Honda Helix, April 1992<br />

BMW R100R ‘Roadster,’ March 1992<br />

Suzuki Katana 1100, February 1992<br />

The Amazing Tri-Wing, January 1992<br />

Honda GL 1500, Gold Wing Interstate,<br />

December <strong>1991</strong><br />

Kawasaki Voyager XII, December <strong>1991</strong><br />

Yamaha Venture Royale,<br />

December <strong>1991</strong><br />

Harley-Davidson FLHTC,<br />

October <strong>1991</strong><br />

Yamaha 1294cc <strong>1991</strong> Yamaha Venture<br />

Royale, September <strong>1991</strong><br />

Kawasaki ZG120-B5/L Voyager XII,<br />

August <strong>1991</strong><br />

Yamaha FJ1200 ABS, August <strong>1991</strong><br />

Yamaha TDM850, TDM/USA,<br />

August <strong>1991</strong><br />

Suzuki GSX400M, Bandit!, July <strong>1991</strong><br />

Suzuki GSX1100G, Suzuki’s New Big-<br />

Bore Standard, June <strong>1991</strong><br />

Yamaha XT600EAC, April <strong>1991</strong><br />

Yamaha XT350, For Fun-Seekers<br />

Only, April <strong>1991</strong><br />

BMW R100GS, More Fun Than A<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Should Be, March <strong>1991</strong><br />

Honda CB7S0 Nighthawk, Nostalgia<br />

Trip, March <strong>1991</strong><br />

BMW K100RS, This Is Not Your<br />

Father’s BMW, February <strong>1991</strong><br />

Harley-Davidson FXDB, February <strong>1991</strong><br />

Harley-Davidson FLHTC,<br />

January <strong>1991</strong><br />

Honda GL1500, January <strong>1991</strong><br />

Model Comparisons<br />

High Sierra Showdown: Yamaha<br />

FJR1300 vs. Honda ST1300 vs.<br />

Kawasaki Concours 14,<br />

December <strong>2007</strong><br />

650 Dual-Sport Showdown: 2008<br />

Kawasaki KLR650 vs. <strong>2007</strong> Suzuki<br />

DR650SE vs. <strong>2007</strong> BMW Xcountry<br />

vs. 2008 Honda XR650L,<br />

October <strong>2007</strong><br />

Middleweight Bagger Showdown:<br />

Honda VTX 1300R vs. Yamaha<br />

V Star 1300 Tourer, March <strong>2007</strong><br />

Middleweight Commuters Compared:<br />

<strong>2007</strong> Yamaha FZ6 vs. <strong>2007</strong><br />

Kawasaki Ninja 650R vs. <strong>2007</strong><br />

Suzuki SV650S, May <strong>2007</strong><br />

2006 Triumph Daytona 675 vs. 2006<br />

Suzuki GSX-R750, November 2006<br />

2006 Ducati GT 1000 vs. 2006<br />

Triumph Scrambler 900,<br />

October 2006<br />

2006 Yamaha FJR1300AE vs. 2006<br />

BMW K1200GT, August 2006<br />

2006 Triumph Speed Triple vs. 2006<br />

Buell XB 12Ss Lightning Long,<br />

February 2006<br />

2006 Honda CBR600F4i vs.<br />

2006 Yamaha YZF600R vs.<br />

2006 Kawasaki Ninja ZZR600,<br />

December 2005<br />

2006 Buell XB12X Ulysses vs. 2004<br />

BMW R1200GS, November 2005<br />

2002 Honda VFR800FI ABS<br />

Interceptor vs. 2005 Ducati ST3 vs.<br />

2005 BMW R1200ST vs. 2005<br />

Triumph Sprint ST, October 2005<br />

2004 Honda CBR1000RR vs. 2004<br />

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R,<br />

November 2004<br />

2005 BMW K1200LT vs. 2004 Honda<br />

GL1800A Gold Wing, October 2004<br />

2004 KTM 950 Adventure vs. 2004<br />

BMW R1200GS, September 2004<br />

2004 Suzuki GS500F vs. 2004<br />

Kawasaki Ninja 500, July 2004<br />

2004 Yamaha YZF-R1S vs. 2004<br />

Yamaha FZ1, June 2004<br />

2004 Yamaha FZ6 vs. 2004 Honda<br />

599, March 2004<br />

Middleweight Debate: 2003 Suzuki<br />

SV650 vs. 2003 BMWF650CS,<br />

October 2003<br />

Streetfighter Showdown: 2003 Aprilia<br />

Tuono vs. 2003 Triumph Speed<br />

Triple, September 2003<br />

Sport-Tourers For The 21st Century:<br />

2003 Yamaha FJR1300 vs. 2003<br />

Honda ST1300 ABS vs. 2003 BMW<br />

K1200GT, March 2003<br />

Ducati 999 vs. Aprilia RSV Mille R,<br />

February 2003<br />

Open-Class Dual-Sport Showdown:<br />

2002 Suzuki DL1000 V-Strom vs.<br />

2002 BMW R1150GS Adventure vs<br />

2002 Triumph Tiger 955i vs. 2002<br />

Aprilia ETV1000 Caponord,<br />

September 2002<br />

Viva La Difference, BMW R1150R<br />

Roadster vs. Moto Guzzi V11Sport<br />

TT, September 2001<br />

Bonnie & The Pretenders: 1970<br />

Triumph Bonneville T120R vs. 2001<br />

Triumph Bonneville vs. 2001<br />

Kawasaki W650, April 2001<br />

Five Stars: 2001 Honda CBR600F4i vs.<br />

2001 Yamaha YZF-R6 vs. 2001<br />

Suzuki GSX-R600 vs. 2001<br />

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R vs. 2001<br />

Triumph TT600, March 2001<br />

Honda GL1800 vs. BMW K1200LT,<br />

February 2001<br />

Kawasaki ZRX11 vs. Suzuki Bandit<br />

1200S, November 2000<br />

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<strong>Article</strong> <strong>Index</strong>, <strong>1991</strong>-<strong>2007</strong><br />

Model Comparisons, continued<br />

2000 Aprilia RSV1000 Mille vs. 2000<br />

Ducati 996 vs. 2000 Honda RC51,<br />

October 2000<br />

600cc Sportbikes: 1999 Honda<br />

CBR600F4 vs. 1999 Kawasaki Ninja<br />

ZX-6R vs. 1999 Yamaha YZF-R6<br />

vs. 1999 Suzuki GSX-R600,<br />

June 1999<br />

Luxury Touring Bikes: 1999 BMW<br />

K1200LT vs. 1999 Honda Valkyrie<br />

Interstate vs. 1999 Honda GL1500<br />

Gold Wing SE vs. 1999 Yamaha<br />

Royal Star Venture vs. 1999<br />

Kawasaki Voyager XII vs. 1999<br />

Harley-Davidson FLHTCUI,<br />

April 1999<br />

Touring Cruisers, 1999 Honda Valkyrie<br />

Tourer vs. 1999 Yamaha Royal Star<br />

Tour Deluxe vs. 1999 Honda Shadow<br />

ACE Tourer vs. 1999 H-D FLHR<br />

Road King vs 1999 Kawasaki<br />

Vu1can 1500 Nomad, March 1999<br />

Triumph Tiger 900 vs. BMW<br />

R1100GS, October 1998<br />

CBR900RR vs. ZX-9R vs. YZF-R1,<br />

May 1998<br />

Giant Touring Rigs: 1997 Honda<br />

GL1500 Gold Wing SE vs. 1997<br />

Kawasaki Voyager XII vs. 1998<br />

Harley-Davidson FLHTCUI Electra<br />

Glide Ultra Classic vs. 1997 BMW<br />

K1100LT Highline, December 1997<br />

1997 Honda CBR600F3 vs. 1997<br />

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R vs. 1997<br />

Yamaha YZF600R vs. 1997 Suzuki<br />

GSX-R600, May 1997<br />

Honda CBR1100XX vs. Kawasaki ZX-<br />

11, April 1997<br />

1997 Sport-Tourers: BMW R1100RT<br />

vs. Honda ST1100 ABSII vs.<br />

Triumph Trophy 900 vs. Kawasaki<br />

Concours vs. Buell S2T,<br />

December 1996<br />

GSX-R750 vs. ZX-7R, The Guns Of<br />

August, September 1996<br />

High Smileage Vehicles, 1996 Honda<br />

Rebel 250 vs. Yamaha Virago 250,<br />

May 1996<br />

Kawasaki ZX-6R vs. Honda CBR600F3<br />

vs. Suzuki RF600, June 1995<br />

Open Class Cruisers: Yamaha Virago<br />

1100 vs. Kawasaki Vulcan 88 vs.<br />

Harley-Davidson FXDWG vs. Honda<br />

Shadow ACE vs. Honda Shadow<br />

1100 vs. Suzuki Intruder 1100,<br />

February 1995<br />

1995 Middleweight Cruisers: Harley-<br />

Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Hugger<br />

vs. Kawasaki Vulcan 750 vs. Suzuki<br />

Intruder 800 vs. Yamaha Virago 750,<br />

November 1994<br />

4 MOTORCYCLE CONSUMER NEWS<br />

Ducati E900 vs. BMW R1100GS,<br />

August 1994<br />

Honda Shadow VLX vs. Kawasaki<br />

Vulcan 500 vs. Yamaha Virago 535,<br />

December 1993<br />

BMW R100 GS vs. Honda XR650L vs.<br />

Kawasaki KLR250 vs. Suzuki<br />

DR650 vs. Yamaha XT600,<br />

January 1993<br />

First Impressions<br />

Buell 1125R, November <strong>2007</strong><br />

2008 Victory Vision, September <strong>2007</strong><br />

2008 Kawasaki Concours 14,<br />

September <strong>2007</strong><br />

2008 Buell Ulysses, September <strong>2007</strong><br />

2008 Harley-Davidson CVOs,<br />

September <strong>2007</strong><br />

MV Agusta F4R-312, August <strong>2007</strong><br />

Suzuki’s All-New GSX-R1000,<br />

July <strong>2007</strong><br />

Ducati’s 1100 Hypermotard, July <strong>2007</strong><br />

BMW’s New G650 Singles, June <strong>2007</strong><br />

<strong>2007</strong> BMW K1200R Sport, May <strong>2007</strong><br />

2008 BRP Spyder Roadster, April <strong>2007</strong><br />

<strong>2007</strong> Buell Super TT XB12STT, April<br />

<strong>2007</strong><br />

<strong>2007</strong> Honda CBR600RR,<br />

February <strong>2007</strong><br />

Kawasaki ZX-6R, February <strong>2007</strong><br />

Ducati 1098, February <strong>2007</strong><br />

<strong>2007</strong> Honda Shadow Spirit 750 C2,<br />

January <strong>2007</strong><br />

<strong>2007</strong> Yamaha YZF-R1, January <strong>2007</strong><br />

Piaggio Three-Wheeled Scooter,<br />

December 2006<br />

Yamaha V Star 1300, December 2006<br />

G+G Quad: Is It A <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Or A<br />

Car? You Decide! August 2006<br />

Yamaha FJR1300A & AE, July 2006<br />

<strong>2007</strong> BMW F800S & F800ST Parallel<br />

Twins, July 2006<br />

Ducati Monster S4R, June 2006<br />

BMW R1200S, K1200GT & R1200GS<br />

Adventure, June 2006<br />

Kawasaki ZX-14, May 2006<br />

Saxon Chopper, May 2006<br />

2006 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 & 900 LT<br />

Cruisers, May 2006<br />

Kawasaki ZX-10R, April 2006<br />

2006 Yamaha R6, April 2006<br />

2006 Yamaha Star Stratoliner,<br />

March 2006<br />

2006 Honda CBR1000RR, March 2006<br />

Honda 49cc Ruckus and 250cc Big<br />

Ruckus, March 2006<br />

Triumph Scrambler, December 2005<br />

ENV Fuel Cell Bike, September 2005<br />

2005 Honda VTX1800F, May 2005<br />

2005 Honda CBR600RR,<br />

February 2005<br />

2005 Yamaha YZF-R6, January 2005<br />

2005 Harley-Davidson 883L:<br />

‘Lowering The Bar,’ October 2004<br />

2005 Victory Line, September 2004<br />

2005 Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe,<br />

August 2004<br />

2004 BMW R1200GS, April 2004<br />

2004 Yamaha YZF-R1, April 2004<br />

2004 Kawasaki ZX-10R, March 2004<br />

2004 Honda CBR1000RR,<br />

February 2004<br />

BMW R1200C Montauk, January 2004<br />

2004 Honda VTX1800N,<br />

February 2004<br />

Honda 599, December 2003<br />

2004 Yamaha FZ6, November 2003<br />

Harley-Davidson For The Second<br />

Century, October 2003<br />

Buell XB12R And XB12S,<br />

September 2003<br />

2004 Yamaha: Rhino 660, YZF450<br />

Racer, Vino 125 Four-Stroke,<br />

August 2003<br />

2003 Honda Valkyrie Rune,<br />

August 2003<br />

2004 Yamaha XV1700 Road Star,<br />

August 2003<br />

EcoMobile…Or Learning To Fly A<br />

‘Bike,’ August 2003<br />

2003 Suzuki GSX-R1000, May 2003<br />

2004 BMWR1150 Rockster,<br />

May 2003<br />

2003 Honda CBR600RR, April 2003<br />

2003 Yamaha YZF-R6, April 2003<br />

Ducati: 749, 620, 800 Sport, Supersport<br />

800 & Supersport 1000DS,<br />

February 200<br />

2003 BMW R1200CL, November 2002<br />

2003 Buell XB95 Lightning,<br />

November 2002<br />

2003 Ducati 999 Superbike: Amazing!,<br />

October 2002<br />

2003 Ducati Multistrada, June 2002<br />

2002 BMW F650CS: City/Street<br />

Sensation, May 2002<br />

2002 BMW R1150GS Adventure:<br />

Apocalypse Now!, May 2002<br />

2002 Honda CBR954RR, April 2002<br />

Honda Silver Wing—Redefining The<br />

Term ‘Scooter,’ April 2002<br />

2002 Triumph Spirit RS, Speed Triple<br />

And TT600, March 2002<br />

Corbin’s Sparrow & Merlin…Really<br />

‘It’? (Electric Trikes), February 2002<br />

2002 Ducati Monster 620ie: Harmonic<br />

Convergence! January 2002<br />

2002 Yamaha Road Star Warrior,<br />

January 2002<br />

2002 Triumph Bonneville America,<br />

December 2001<br />

Aprilia Scarabeo, August 2001<br />

2002 Harley-Davidson VRSC V-Rod,<br />

August 2001


First Impressions, continued<br />

2002 Road Star Warrior Revealed,<br />

August 2001<br />

Voxan Scrambler, July 2001<br />

2002 BMW R1150R, June 2001<br />

2001 Triumph Tiger 955i, June 2001<br />

2001 Suzuki SV650S, April 2001<br />

2001 Yamaha FZ1, April 2001<br />

2001 Honda VTX, April 2001<br />

2001 Honda CBR600F41,<br />

February 2001<br />

2001 Yamaha YZF-R6, February 2001<br />

2001 Honda GL1800, December 2000<br />

2001 Harley-Davidson FXDXT Super<br />

Glide T-Sport, October 2000<br />

2001 Suzuki Bandit 1200S,<br />

September 2000<br />

2000 Triumph TT600, August 2000<br />

2000 Honda RC51, May 2000<br />

2001 BMW F650GS, May 2000<br />

2000 Honda CBR929RR, April 2000<br />

2000 Buell Blast, February 2000<br />

2000 Triumph Sprint RS, January 2000<br />

2000 Harley-Davidson FXSTD Softail<br />

Deuce, January 2000<br />

2000 Laverda 750s, December 1999<br />

2000 Victory V92SC Sportcruiser,<br />

October 1999<br />

2000 Harley-Davidson Softails,<br />

September 1999<br />

1999 Kawasaki ZRX1100,<br />

August 1999<br />

1999 Polaris Victory V92c, May 1999<br />

1999 Excelsior-Henderson Super X<br />

Model HCX, May 1999<br />

1999 Kawasaki Drifter, May 1999<br />

1999 Suzuki GSX1300R Hayabusa,<br />

May 1999<br />

1999 Triumph Tiger, April 1999<br />

1999 Suzuki SV650, March 1999<br />

1999 BMW K1200 LT, March 1999<br />

1999 Yamaha Road Star, February 1999<br />

1999 Yamaha YZF-R6, January 1999<br />

1999 Honda CBR600F4,<br />

December 1998<br />

1999 Yamaha Venture, December 1998<br />

1999 Harley-Davidson FXDX,<br />

September 1998<br />

1999 Buell Lightning X-1,<br />

September 1998<br />

1999 BMW R1100S, September 1998<br />

1999 Ducati 900 Supersport,<br />

September 1998<br />

1998 Suzuki GSX750F Katana,<br />

June 1998<br />

1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R Ninja, May 1998<br />

1998 Honda VFR800FI Interceptor,<br />

March 1998<br />

1998 Suzuki Intruder LC VL1500,<br />

March 1998<br />

1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R, February 1998<br />

1998 Yamaha YZF-R1, February 1998<br />

1998 Honda CBR900RR, January 1998<br />

BMW R1200C Cruiser, August 1997<br />

1998 BMW K1200RS, July 1997<br />

BMW Junior Bike, July 1997<br />

1997 Honda VTR100F Super Hawk,<br />

March 1997<br />

1997 Suzuki TL1000S, February 1997<br />

1997 Suzuki GSX-R600, January 1997<br />

1997 Honda CBR1100XX,<br />

December 1996<br />

1997 Honda F6 Valkyrie, June 1996<br />

1996 Honda CBR900RR, January 1996<br />

1996 Kawasaki ZX-7R, January 1996<br />

1996 BMW R1100RT, November 1995<br />

1995 Suzuki GSX-R1100, March 1995<br />

1995 Suzuki RF600, March 1995<br />

1995 Kawasaki Vulcan 800,<br />

March 1995<br />

1995 BMWR1100R, January 1995<br />

1995 Honda CBR600F3,<br />

December 1994<br />

1995 Ducati 916, October 1994<br />

Ultimate Trike, September 1994<br />

1995 Honda Shadow 1100 American<br />

Classic Edition, August 1994<br />

1995 20th Anniversary Honda GL1500<br />

Gold Wing, August 1994<br />

1994 Harley-Davidson FLHR Electra<br />

Glide Road King, July 1994<br />

1995 BMW R1100GS, June 1994<br />

1995 Yamaha YZF600R, May 1994<br />

1995 Buell S2 Thunderbolt, May 1994<br />

Russian Ural With Sidecar Update,<br />

January 1994<br />

Honda CBR1000, March 1993<br />

Mini Tests<br />

2006 Honda VFR800FI ABS<br />

Interceptor, November 2006<br />

2005 Ducati Multistrada 1000S DS,<br />

July 2005<br />

2005 Triumph Tiger, July 2005<br />

2005 Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe,<br />

November 2004<br />

2004 Honda Shadow Aero 750,<br />

January 2004<br />

2002 Ducati Monster 900ie: A Bike For<br />

All Short & Tall, October 2002<br />

2002 Triumph Sprint ST: Aging Like A<br />

Fine Wine, March 2002<br />

2001 Triumph Tiger 955i, October 2001<br />

2001 BMW F650GS Dakar,<br />

January 2001<br />

2000 Kawasaki Vulcan Classic FI,<br />

August 2000<br />

2000 Suzuki GS600SY Bandit,<br />

March 2000<br />

2000 Honda Nighthawk 750,<br />

March 2000<br />

2000 Yamaha V Star 1100 Classic,<br />

February 2000<br />

2000 Honda Shadow Sabre, February 2000<br />

2000 XL1200S Sportster Sport,<br />

October 1999<br />

1999 Suzuki GZ250, September 1999<br />

1999 Moto Guzzi V11EV,<br />

September 1999<br />

1999 Ducati 900 Monster City,<br />

September 1999<br />

2000 BMW R1150GS, September 1999<br />

1999 Triumph Daytona 955i,<br />

July 1999<br />

1999 Honda Magna, July 1999<br />

1999 Honda VT600CD Shadow VLX,<br />

May 1999<br />

1999 Honda CVR1100XX, April 1999<br />

1999 Triumph Speed Triple,<br />

February 1999<br />

1998 Ducati 750 Monster,<br />

September 1998<br />

1998 Suzuki Katana 600, July 1998<br />

1998 Suzuki GSX-R600, June 1998<br />

1998 MuZ Skorpion Sport Cup,<br />

June 1998<br />

1998 MuZ Baghira, June 1998<br />

1998 Honda Shadow Aero, March 1998<br />

1998 Suzuki GSX-R750,<br />

February 1998<br />

1997 Buell M2 Cyclone, January 1998<br />

1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple,<br />

November 1997<br />

1998 Honda Shadow 750 ACE,<br />

September 1997<br />

1998 Honda Shadow ACE Tourer,<br />

August 1997<br />

1997 Honda PC800 Pacific Coast,<br />

July 1997<br />

1997 Moto Guzzi California 1100i,<br />

July 1997<br />

1997 Ducati 748 Biposto, May 1997<br />

Long-Term Model<br />

Evaluations<br />

Buell Ulysses: Beauty And The Beast,<br />

August <strong>2007</strong><br />

Burgman 650 Scooter vs. Ford<br />

Expedition SUV, July 2005<br />

CBR900RR Conversion To Sport-<br />

Tourer, March 2005<br />

2001 Honda GL1800 Gold Wing,<br />

December 2001<br />

Suzuki Bandit 1200, September 2000<br />

BMW K12000LT, January 2000<br />

1997 BMW R1100RT, February 1999<br />

Suzuki Intruder VL1500LC,<br />

January 1999<br />

Ducati ST2, December 1998<br />

Honda 1998 VFR800FI,<br />

November 1998<br />

Living With The Buell S3,<br />

August 1998<br />

BMW K1200RS, March 1998<br />

1997 Yamaha YZF600R, January 1998<br />

1997 BMW F650 Strada, August 1997<br />

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Long-term Model Evaluations,<br />

continued<br />

1990 Honda PC800, July 1997<br />

1996 Honda ST1100 ABSII, May 1997<br />

1988 Kawasaki KLR650,<br />

February 1997<br />

1993 Yamaha FZR1000, January 1997<br />

1996 Honda CBR900RR: Birth Of The<br />

Tourblade, October 1996<br />

Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Classic: Big<br />

Bang For Your Buck, October 1996<br />

BMW R1100GS, December 1995<br />

Project Bikes<br />

KLR650, Update: Alaska, March 2005<br />

Yamaha FZ1: Conversion To<br />

Hypersports-Tourer, July 2004<br />

Kawasaki KLR650: Part 4,<br />

November 2002<br />

Kawasaki KLR650: Part 3, May 2002<br />

Kawasaki KLR650: Part 2, April 2002<br />

Kawasaki KLR650: Building A KLR650<br />

World Tourer Part 1, March 2002<br />

Vulcan F1 ‘Thunder,’ November 2000<br />

Super Hog; Is The Term ‘Harley Sport-<br />

Tourer’ Still All Oxymoron?<br />

June 2000<br />

1997 Triumph Sprint Sport,<br />

August 1999<br />

Rohm Performance Machine BattleStar,<br />

May 1999<br />

DPR Racing Valkyrie, May 1999<br />

Ron Wood BMWF650, May 1999<br />

Ducati 900SS Hop-Up,<br />

December 1998<br />

Fix It…And They Will Come, BMW<br />

F650 Into An F650GS, August 1998<br />

The ‘Green’ Sportster, August 1998<br />

Suzuki DR350S, September 1994<br />

Alternative Propulsion<br />

2000 Cannondale Raven, March 2000<br />

2000 BMW X5 4.41, February 2000<br />

2000 Yamaha SRX700, January 2000<br />

Suzuki Quadmaster, December 1999<br />

2000 Toyota Tundra, October 1999<br />

Whizzer Motorbike, November 1999<br />

Book Reviews<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Electrical Systems:<br />

Troubleshooting & Repair,<br />

October <strong>2007</strong><br />

Streetbikes, September <strong>2007</strong><br />

Riding The World: The Biker’s Road<br />

Map For A Seven-Continent<br />

Adventure, April <strong>2007</strong><br />

The Essential Guide To <strong>Motorcycle</strong><br />

Travel: Tips, Technology, and<br />

Advanced Techniques, April <strong>2007</strong><br />

Riding The Edge: An 83,000-mile<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Adventure Around The<br />

World, April <strong>2007</strong><br />

6 MOTORCYCLE CONSUMER NEWS<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Journeys Through The Alps<br />

and Corsica, Third Edition,<br />

April <strong>2007</strong><br />

Going The Extra Mile: Insider Tips For<br />

Long-Distance Motorcycling And<br />

Endurance Rallies, April <strong>2007</strong><br />

BMW <strong>Motorcycle</strong>s: The Evolution of<br />

Excellence, December 2006<br />

The Spirit of the <strong>Motorcycle</strong>,<br />

August 2006<br />

Biker: Truth and Myth, March 2006<br />

Riding With Rilke: Reflections On<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong>s And Books, March 2006<br />

John Britten, February 2006<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Journeys Through The<br />

Appalachians, Second Edition,<br />

November 2005<br />

Great Roads, Great Rides,<br />

September 2005<br />

Factory Honda & Clymer GL1800<br />

Maintenance Manuals Compared,<br />

June 2005<br />

How To Paint And Draw <strong>Motorcycle</strong>s,<br />

March 2005<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Journeys Through New<br />

England, March 2005<br />

Two Wheels Through Terror,<br />

January 2005<br />

Art Of The Chopper, May 2004<br />

Destination Highways, November 2003<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Adventures In The Southern<br />

Appalachians, July 2003<br />

Gathering Speed: Tales Of <strong>Motorcycle</strong>s<br />

And Life, July 2003<br />

Ducati Desmoquattro Maintenance<br />

Guide, April 2002<br />

V-Twin Tuner’s Handbook, Volumes I<br />

& II, April 2002<br />

Gathering Speed: Tales Of <strong>Motorcycle</strong>s<br />

And Life, February 2002<br />

Engineer To Win, November 2001<br />

Washington Handbook, October 2001<br />

Against The Clock, October 2001<br />

The Ducati Story, November 2000<br />

Ducati Superbikes, November 2000<br />

Pilgrimage On A Steel Ride,<br />

November 2000<br />

Extreme Twisties, December 1999<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Handbook, December 1999<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Vagabonding In Japan,<br />

December 1999<br />

Sportbiking: ‘The Real World,’<br />

October 1999<br />

‘Wild Bill’ Gelbke, October 1999<br />

Original Honda CB750: The Restorer’s<br />

Guide To K And F Series 750, SOHC<br />

Models, 1969-78, October 1999<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Secrets Revealed,<br />

September 1999<br />

Classic <strong>Motorcycle</strong>s, September 1999<br />

Four-Stroke Performance Tuning,<br />

September 1999<br />

Mick Walker’s Italian Racing<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong>s, August 1999<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Touring Through Baja,<br />

August 1999<br />

Alaskan Aberration, August 1999<br />

Honda <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Identification Guide<br />

1959–1998, August 1999<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Touring And Travel,<br />

August 1999<br />

Moron’s Guide To Buying A Motorbike,<br />

August 1999<br />

Harley-Davidson Collectibles,<br />

March 1999<br />

Indian <strong>Motorcycle</strong>s, March 1999<br />

Deadman’s Throttle, March 1999<br />

Pictorial History Of Japanese<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong>s, March 1999<br />

Planet Racers, Book 1, Life Cycle;<br />

Book 2, Off Season, March 1999<br />

The Adventure Motorbiking Handbook,<br />

January 1999<br />

The Victory <strong>Motorcycle</strong>, January 1999<br />

The Perfect Vehicle (What Is It About<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong>s), January 1999<br />

Racer’s Encyclopedia Of Metals,<br />

Fibers & Materials, January 1999<br />

Classic <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Encyclopedias,<br />

January 1999<br />

The Racing <strong>Motorcycle</strong>, A Technical<br />

Guide for Constructors, January 1999<br />

Ducati Restoration, December 1998<br />

Ducati, December 1998<br />

Sportbike Performance Handbook,<br />

November 1998<br />

The <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Handbook,<br />

November 1998<br />

NMA Motorist’s Guide To State And<br />

Provincial Traffic Laws,<br />

November 1998<br />

Riding High, August 1998<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Touring Mexico,<br />

August 1998<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Turbocharging,<br />

Supercharging & Nitrous Oxide,<br />

August 1998<br />

The Racer’s Image, January 1998<br />

Against The Wind, January 1998<br />

Ogri, Volume 4, January 1998<br />

Whitehorse Press Zen Trilogy (audio),<br />

November 1997<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Journeys Through The<br />

Appalachians, September 1997<br />

The Complete Harley-Davidson<br />

Manual, September 1997<br />

The Ducati Story, September 1997<br />

Adventure Travel Books, July 1997<br />

How To Win Your Personal Injury<br />

Claim, April 1997<br />

Guerilla Ticket Fighter (audio),<br />

April 1997<br />

The Encyclopedia Of The <strong>Motorcycle</strong>,<br />

December 1996


Book Reviews, continued<br />

Post-War Independent <strong>Motorcycle</strong><br />

Framemakers, December 1996<br />

How To Set Up Your <strong>Motorcycle</strong><br />

Workshop, November 1996<br />

The V-Twin Tuner’s Handbook,<br />

September 1996<br />

The Legend Friedel Munch and His<br />

Motorbikes, September 1996<br />

Anatomy & Development Of The Grand<br />

Prix <strong>Motorcycle</strong>, May 1996<br />

The Complete <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Book,<br />

March 1996<br />

Two Wheels To Panama, March 1996<br />

How To Restore Your Harley-<br />

Davidson, March 1996<br />

Guide To America’s Bike, January 1996<br />

A Little Piece Of Chrome,<br />

November 1995<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Poems By The Biker Poet,<br />

November 1995<br />

State By State Guide: 10 Budget<br />

Motels, July 1995<br />

The Big Twin Performance Guide,<br />

May 1995<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Journeys Through The<br />

Southwest, November 1994<br />

A Twist Of The Wrist; A Twist Of The<br />

Wrist II, May 1994<br />

Bulletins<br />

Every Issue<br />

Buyer’s Guides<br />

Honda GL1500 Buyer’s Guide, June<br />

2005<br />

Buyer’s Guide For Used ‘Airhead’<br />

BMW GS, April 2005<br />

The Illustrated Ducati Buyer’s Guide,<br />

November 2000<br />

Kawasaki ZX-11, May 1999<br />

Suzuki Katana 600, July 1998<br />

Harley-Davidson Sportster, June 1998<br />

Kawasaki EX500/Ninja 500, October<br />

1997<br />

BMW R1100RS/RSL, June 1997<br />

Yamaha FJ1100/FJ1200, January 1997<br />

Camping<br />

Packing Up, January 1999<br />

Bad Weather Camp, October 1998<br />

Summer Camp, June 1998<br />

The Moveable Feast, February 1998<br />

Tents & Flies, August 1997<br />

Packing Methods, December 1996<br />

First Camp, August 1996<br />

Alternative Tenting: The Wedge Dome<br />

Tent, October 1995<br />

Ending The Day’s Ride, April 1995<br />

Packing Up…Wet, September 1994<br />

Back To The Basics, July 1994<br />

In Camp, March 1994<br />

Constant Velocity<br />

Editor’s Log, April 2000<br />

The Joy Of Camping, March 2000<br />

Have A Blast, February 2000<br />

Survey Says…, January 2000<br />

Contributors, December 1999<br />

Property Rights, November 1999<br />

Common Sense, October 1999<br />

Picture Perfect, September 1999<br />

An Editor’s Look At 30, August 1999<br />

Number Crunching, July 1999<br />

Super Fast vs. Super Fun, June 1999<br />

The Year Of The Excelsior-<br />

Henderson?, May 1999<br />

Touring With The Crew, April 1999<br />

Keeping The Passion Alive, March 1999<br />

State Of The Magazine Address,<br />

February 1999<br />

Riding Over Your Head, January 1999<br />

To Boldly Go Where No One Has<br />

Gone Before, December 1998<br />

The Art And Science Of Product<br />

Testing, November 1998<br />

Editorial Fallout And Male Bonding,<br />

October 1998<br />

Confessions Of A Reluctant Tourer,<br />

Part 2, September 1998<br />

About Those Harleys, August 1998<br />

Mentors, July 1998<br />

Philosophically Speaking, June 1998<br />

For Technology’s Sake, May 1998<br />

Ego, Training And The Close Call,<br />

April 1998<br />

All Work And No Play…, March 1998<br />

Gettin’ The Story, February 1998<br />

www.mcnews.com, January 1998<br />

The Problem Of Learning To Go Fast,<br />

December 1997<br />

The Science Behind The Ratings,<br />

November 1997<br />

Hoggin’ It, October 1997<br />

Traffic School, September 1997<br />

The GSX-R Myth, August 1997<br />

Cruiser Logic, July 1997<br />

More Opinions, June 1997<br />

Going Solo, May 1997<br />

Trade Shows, April 1997<br />

Buying By The Numbers, March 1997<br />

Less Is More, February 1997<br />

The Importance Of Thoroughness,<br />

January 1997<br />

Nasty Phone Calls, December 1996<br />

Technology’s Mixed Blessing,<br />

November 1996<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong>s…The Answer To The War<br />

On Drugs?, October 1996<br />

The Best Rally In North America?,<br />

September 1996<br />

All In A Day’s Work, August 1996<br />

Right Attitude, July 1996<br />

The Most Informative Page In<br />

Motorcycling, June 1996<br />

Pig-Headed Commitment, May 1996<br />

Marketing Mumbo Jumbo, April 1996<br />

The Itch, March 1996<br />

The Limitations of Science And<br />

Technology, February 1996<br />

Happy Riding, January 1996<br />

Holiday Ramblings, December 1995<br />

Heroes, November 1995<br />

When The Bike Fits, October 1995<br />

You Can Please All Of The People<br />

Some Of The Time…,<br />

September 1995<br />

Concentration, August 1995<br />

Been There, Done That, July 1995<br />

Fear Threshold, June 1995<br />

Confessions Of A Reluctant Tourer,<br />

May 1995<br />

Contact Patch<br />

Lying With Statistics, December <strong>2007</strong><br />

Left Out, November <strong>2007</strong><br />

Unsung Heroes, October <strong>2007</strong><br />

One Great Idea, September <strong>2007</strong><br />

The Aging Factor, August <strong>2007</strong><br />

Things I Learned The Hard Way,<br />

July <strong>2007</strong><br />

Weather vs. Attitude, June <strong>2007</strong><br />

Wife Beaters…And Now Motorcylists,<br />

May <strong>2007</strong><br />

‘Cruisermania,’ A Decade Later,<br />

April <strong>2007</strong><br />

Weather, Or Not, March <strong>2007</strong><br />

Renting <strong>Motorcycle</strong>s, February <strong>2007</strong><br />

My Hero, January <strong>2007</strong><br />

Attitude, December 2006<br />

‘Greta,’ November 2006<br />

Celebrate the Diversity, October 2006<br />

Stupid Theories, September 2006<br />

Beward the Klingons! August 2006<br />

Thoughts on Rider Training, July 2006<br />

Swimming Upstream, June 2006<br />

The Single Most Important Question,<br />

May 2006<br />

Screamin’ Eagle Croaks, April 2006<br />

Recapturing the Experience,<br />

March 2006<br />

The Right to Repair, February 2006<br />

Rockin’ Down the Highway,<br />

January 2006<br />

Taking The Heat, December 2005<br />

The Brotherhood, November 2005<br />

A Whole Other World, October 2005<br />

Worst Drivers, September 2005<br />

“We’re From The Government…”<br />

August 2005<br />

Parking Problems, July 2005<br />

Fred on Fred, June 2005<br />

The Wind Chime, May 2005<br />

Bird Watching, April 2005<br />

Make-Believe Reality, March 2005<br />

Time And Changes, February 2005<br />

Happy Birthday To Us, January 2005<br />

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<strong>Article</strong> <strong>Index</strong>, <strong>1991</strong>-<strong>2007</strong><br />

Contact Patch, continued<br />

Kindred Spirits, December 2004<br />

Acceptable Risks?, November 2004<br />

Bob & Patti’s Bike, October 2004<br />

<strong>MCN</strong> Readers’ Forum, September 2004<br />

OCC—Orange County Crap,<br />

August 2004<br />

Touring Trivia, July 2004<br />

Common (?) Courtesy, June 2004<br />

Wild Bill and Randy, May 2004<br />

Overkill, April 2004<br />

Big Brother Is Watching, March 2004<br />

The Contrarian, February 2004<br />

Weird America, January 2004<br />

A Little Empathy, Please,<br />

December 2003<br />

Gloriously Lost, November 2003<br />

Wingin’ It, October 2003<br />

Summer Of The Black Fly—Fall Of<br />

The Big Ride, September 2003<br />

Beauty Is In The Eye…, August 2003<br />

Going To X-Tremes, July 2003<br />

Riding Straight, June 2003<br />

Co-Rider Confusion, May 2003<br />

The New Counterculture? April 2003<br />

Counting Down…Or Up?, March 2003<br />

Our Greatest Assets …, February 2003<br />

EVO And Me, January 2003<br />

With A Little Help From My Friends,<br />

December 2002<br />

If We Want To Play, Somebody Has To<br />

Pay, November 2002<br />

You Might Be A Motorcyclist,<br />

October 2002<br />

Who Packs Your Parachute?,<br />

September 2002<br />

Americade, Part 2, August 2002<br />

‘In The Blood,’ The Next Generation,<br />

July 2002<br />

The Wizard, June 2002<br />

Spring (Buying) Fever, May 2002<br />

Whatta Bunch Of Freaks…, April 2002<br />

The Invisible Motorcyclist, March 2002<br />

Caveat Emptor, Dude, February 2002<br />

Things We Hardly Notice Anymore,<br />

January 2002<br />

The Art (And Hyping) Of The<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong>, December 2001<br />

Pay Per View, November 2001<br />

The Digital Facts Of Life,<br />

October 2001<br />

For The Fun Of It, September 2001<br />

Loud Pipes Lose Rights, August 2001<br />

Laughlin Lament, July 2001<br />

‘Gone With The Wind,’ The Excelsior<br />

Story, June 2001<br />

2001: A <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Odyssey,<br />

May 2001<br />

Spoiled Rotten, April 2001<br />

Wish List, March 2001<br />

Ride To Work Day, February 2001<br />

The Fast Guy, January 2001<br />

8 MOTORCYCLE CONSUMER NEWS<br />

Scary Stories, December 2000<br />

Cycles (Not The Two-Wheeled Kind),<br />

November 2000<br />

Staff Ride Update, October 2000<br />

Photo Patch, September 2000<br />

Stop! You’re Killing Us!, August 2000<br />

The Incident, July 2000<br />

<strong>MCN</strong> Staff Ride 2, June 2000<br />

Daytona Debacle, May 2000<br />

Continuity, April 2000<br />

Join The FBI (Fat Bikers Inalienable),<br />

March 2000<br />

Officers, A Redux, February 2000<br />

Once More Into The Breach,<br />

January 2000<br />

Proficient Motorcycling: The Teacher,<br />

December 1999<br />

1999 Honor Roll, November 1999<br />

Magic <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Elixir, October 1999<br />

Who Are You?, September 1999<br />

Who Pays The Price?, August 1999<br />

‘Meet The <strong>MCN</strong> Staff’ Ride, July 1999<br />

Freedom Fighters, June 1999<br />

Reading The Tea Leaves, May 1999<br />

Americade Frenzy, April 1999<br />

Snapshots, March 1999<br />

Valentine, February 1999<br />

New Year’s Resolution, January 1999<br />

Touring Turnaround, December 1998<br />

All This And A Paycheck, Too…,<br />

November 1998<br />

Did You Ever Notice?, October 1998<br />

Hooray For The Hoot, September 1998<br />

Missed Opportunities and Second<br />

Chances, August 1998<br />

Do The Dirt, July 1998<br />

The Great Pretender, June 1998<br />

Arizona Bilk Week, May 1998<br />

Office Tour, April 1998<br />

You Meet The Nicest People,<br />

March 1998<br />

<strong>News</strong>letters & Columns 101,<br />

February 1998<br />

Fifth Annual Freddie Awards,<br />

January 1998<br />

Mo’ Money, December 1997<br />

Serving The Members, November 1997<br />

The Rise And Fall Of Cruisermania,<br />

October 1997<br />

The Grass Is Always Greener,<br />

September 1997<br />

With A Little Help From Our Friends,<br />

August 1997<br />

The Fountain Of Youth, July 1997<br />

Reality Check, June 1997<br />

Stylin’, May 1997<br />

<strong>MCN</strong> Readers’ Quiz, April 1997<br />

SR&R, Sturgis And The Gypsies,<br />

March 1997<br />

Politically Incorrect Velocity,<br />

February 1997<br />

Flying High…Or Low, January 1997<br />

Fourth Annual Freddie Awards!,<br />

December 1996<br />

Gamblin’ Man, November 1996<br />

Summer Friends, October 1996<br />

The Shape Of Things To Come,<br />

September 1996<br />

Who’s Teaching The Teachers?<br />

August 1996<br />

Unsung Heroes, July 1996<br />

One Man’s Opinion, June 1996<br />

The Legend Lives On, May 1996<br />

A Day In The Life…, April 1996<br />

Counting The Miles, March 1996<br />

Daytona Delights, February 1996<br />

Setting The Record Straight,<br />

January 1996<br />

1995 Freddie Awards!, December 1995<br />

Officer Types, November 1995<br />

The Best Worst Ride Of My Life,<br />

October 1995<br />

Bd Motorcycling, September 1995<br />

How To Run A <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Rally,<br />

August 1995<br />

Life, Liberty And The Pursuit Of<br />

Happiness, July 1995<br />

New Place, Old Face And Sounds Like<br />

Money To Me, June 1995<br />

Going On A Ride? Or Being Taken For<br />

One?, May 1995<br />

Working At Home, April 1995<br />

Communication Overload, March 1995<br />

Beginnings and Endings; Time And<br />

Change, February 1995<br />

Rabble Rousing, January 1995<br />

1994 Freddie Awards, December 1994<br />

Project Overkill, November 1994<br />

‘Show Me,’ October 1994<br />

Danger Signs, September 1994<br />

Rating System, August 1994<br />

Fourth Of July, July 1994<br />

You Asked For It—You Got It!,<br />

June 1994<br />

The Other Guys, May 1994<br />

Postcard From The Golden State,<br />

April 1994<br />

We Get Letters, March 1994<br />

Perks, February 1994<br />

New Year’s Wrap-Up, January 1994<br />

1993 Freddie Awards, December 1993<br />

Sales Story Update, November 1993<br />

Heart Of Shame: A True-Life Ghost<br />

Story, October 1993<br />

The Changing Face of ABATE,<br />

September 1993<br />

Fine Tuning For The Future,<br />

August 1993<br />

Ride To Work 2, July 1993<br />

If I Have To Explain It, You Wouldn’t<br />

Understand, June 1993<br />

The Light At The End of The Tunnel,<br />

May 1993<br />

Breaking The Rules, April 1993


Contact Patch, continued<br />

Rain Rider…And Friends, March 1993<br />

Experiential Learning, February 1993<br />

Goodbye, Two-Up, January 1993<br />

New And Exciting Stuff!,<br />

December 1992<br />

No Respect, November 1992<br />

Advisory Team, October 1992<br />

Phase 3, September 1992<br />

Drink This!, August 1992<br />

Pure Moments, July 1992<br />

First Annual Ride To Work Day,<br />

June 1992<br />

Fashion Statement, May 1992<br />

The Scooter Question, April 1992<br />

Bike Mags, March 1992<br />

Ten Percenters, February 1992<br />

Two-Wheeler Dealers, January 1992<br />

Thrills, December <strong>1991</strong><br />

Highway To Hell, November <strong>1991</strong><br />

Just The Facts, Ma’am, October <strong>1991</strong><br />

Color Schemes, September <strong>1991</strong><br />

Profilers, August <strong>1991</strong><br />

Helmet Harangue, July <strong>1991</strong><br />

Baptism by BMW, June <strong>1991</strong><br />

Opening Salvo, May <strong>1991</strong><br />

Cycle Attorney<br />

Analysis of Legal Questions,<br />

November and December <strong>2007</strong><br />

Downtime Files<br />

Answers to technical questions by the<br />

teaching staff of Wyotech of Daytona<br />

Beach, FL, and Mechanic Matthew<br />

Wiley, Every Issue<br />

DVD/Film/Video Reviews<br />

Ghost Rider, May <strong>2007</strong><br />

Wild Hogs, May <strong>2007</strong><br />

Ride Like A Pro IV, October 2006<br />

2005 Isle Of Man TT, August 2006<br />

World’s Fastest Indian, February 2006<br />

Long Way Round, August 2005<br />

Gold Wing Maintenance DVDs,<br />

June 2005<br />

Faster Movie, December 2004<br />

Making <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Gas Tanks,<br />

May 2003<br />

Americade 2002, February 2003<br />

Motocross, Malcolm & More, The<br />

Making Of On Any Sunday,<br />

April 2002<br />

Rally Videos, March 2000<br />

Desmo Valve Adjustment,<br />

December 1998<br />

Fundamentals Of Off-Road <strong>Motorcycle</strong><br />

Riding, February 1998<br />

Practical Tire Changing, February<br />

1998<br />

Advanced Techniques Of Off-Road<br />

Riding, February 1998<br />

Americade ’97, December 1997<br />

Sweet Spot Video Library, April 1997<br />

Fast Riding The Roberts Way,<br />

March 1997<br />

She Lives To Ride, December 1996<br />

Redline America, November 1994<br />

Videotape Series: Street Smarts,<br />

June 1994<br />

Features & Special Reports<br />

Long-term Maintenance Costs: How<br />

Much Will That Sportbike Really<br />

Cost You?, December <strong>2007</strong><br />

<strong>2007</strong> Iron Butt Rally, December <strong>2007</strong><br />

Femmoto <strong>2007</strong>, December <strong>2007</strong><br />

MotoGP At Mazda Raceway Laguna<br />

Seca, November <strong>2007</strong><br />

Adventures In Accessorizing: The FJR<br />

Comes Alive, October <strong>2007</strong><br />

Isle Of Man Centennial, August <strong>2007</strong><br />

Burt Munro Challenge, August <strong>2007</strong><br />

BikeSafe NC Takes A Different<br />

Approach, August <strong>2007</strong><br />

Kawasaki Media Tour Of Japan,<br />

August <strong>2007</strong><br />

Buell Hits The Track, July <strong>2007</strong><br />

A Day At The Track Enhanced By<br />

Pirelli Supercorsas, July <strong>2007</strong><br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Fatalities, Part 2: What Can<br />

We Do To Help? July <strong>2007</strong><br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Fatality Rates, Part 1:<br />

What’s Happening? June <strong>2007</strong><br />

Medical Evacuation Insurance,<br />

June <strong>2007</strong><br />

Set It Off: Successfully Tripping Loop<br />

Detectors, May <strong>2007</strong><br />

Big Bike Boot Camp: RawHyde<br />

Adventures, April <strong>2007</strong><br />

The Ultimate LD Bike, Part 2,<br />

April <strong>2007</strong><br />

The Art Of <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Instruction,<br />

March <strong>2007</strong><br />

GL1800 Gold Wing Suspension<br />

Makeover, March <strong>2007</strong><br />

Milan EICMA <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Exhibition,<br />

February <strong>2007</strong><br />

Meet The Staff, January <strong>2007</strong><br />

Tour Report: A Great Escape: Brazil,<br />

October 2006<br />

The Ultimate LD Bike, October 2006<br />

NTSB Forum: Reversing A Deadly<br />

Trend, November 2006<br />

Off To The Races (restored Aermacchi<br />

goes to Daytona), September 2006<br />

A Long Distance Perspective,<br />

September 2006<br />

Superhawk Suspension Makeover,<br />

August 2006<br />

Dangerous Designs? July 2006<br />

The Biomechanics Of Head Injury And<br />

The Development Of The Modern<br />

Helmet, June 2006<br />

Battle In The Dirt: Buell’s Ulysses vs.<br />

The Wild West, May 2006<br />

The Devil Is In The Details: Tips And<br />

Tricks For Cleaning Your Bike The<br />

Right Way, May 2006<br />

Luxury Tourer Maintenance Costs<br />

Compared, April 2006<br />

Interview With Steve Garets, Director<br />

Of Team Oregon Rider Training,<br />

February 2006, 25<br />

Idaho Rider Training Adopts Oregon’s<br />

New ‘Basic Rider Training’ Course,<br />

February 2006<br />

The <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Riders Foundation:<br />

The Best-Kept Secret In<br />

Motorcycling, February 2006<br />

Jay Leno Ride, November 2005<br />

Long Distance Riding 101,<br />

September 2005<br />

What’s New From Yamaha For 2006,<br />

September 2005)<br />

The RSC vs. BRC: Dumbed Down Or<br />

Improved? September 2005<br />

August Investigative Report: Is This<br />

The MSF’s Secret Plan? August 2005<br />

Fatigue And <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Touring,<br />

August 2005<br />

Kid Stuff, July 2005<br />

Ultimate Riding Skills: Motor Officer<br />

Training, Part 3, July 2005<br />

Ultimate Riding Skills: Motor Officer<br />

Training, Part 2, June 2005<br />

Ultimate Riding Skills: Motor Officer<br />

Training, Part 1, May 2005<br />

A Crash Course: Repair Costs Can<br />

Make A Big Difference, May 2005<br />

Harry Hurt Speaks Out, February 2005<br />

The Fuss About Rider Training,<br />

January 2005<br />

MSF Interview, January 2005<br />

Ducati Factory Tour, December 2004<br />

Maids & The Hurt Study,<br />

November 2004<br />

BMW’s All-New K1200S,<br />

October 2004<br />

UK Vs. Us Rider Training Part 2,<br />

October 2004<br />

Brit-Biker Slang, September 2004<br />

UK vs. US Rider Training Part 1,<br />

September 2004<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Media Bias: ‘Riders Die,<br />

But Drivers Are Killed,’<br />

August 2004<br />

Yuasa Smart Charger Failures,<br />

August 2004<br />

Cows And Chickens And What?<br />

July 2004<br />

Fatal Design: Why <strong>Motorcycle</strong><br />

Fatalities Have Doubled, July 2004<br />

Size Matters: When Inches Translate<br />

Into Life Or Death, July 2004<br />

Multiple Bike Disorder, June 2004<br />

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<strong>Article</strong> <strong>Index</strong>, <strong>1991</strong>-<strong>2007</strong><br />

Features And Special Reports,<br />

continued<br />

Trouble In Rider Training Part 2,<br />

June 2004<br />

Trouble In Rider Training Part 1,<br />

May 2004<br />

Daytona Bike Week: Around Town, On<br />

The Track, May 2004<br />

Recumbent <strong>Motorcycle</strong>s: The Future Of<br />

Motorcycling Or A Relic Of History?<br />

April 2004<br />

Ask David: Overflow From Proficient<br />

Motorcycling Guru David Hough’s<br />

Mailbox, March 2004<br />

Horse Thief Mile, Willow Springs, CA,<br />

February 2004<br />

Aluminum Panniers, February 2004<br />

Personal Injury Compensation<br />

Considerations, February 2004<br />

Fred’s Millionth Mile, January 2004<br />

Beast Of The East: <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Riders<br />

Foundation Conference,<br />

September 2003<br />

Russell Seats Factory Tour,<br />

September 2003<br />

Laser Speed Ranging, July 2003<br />

Top Gun! The Southwest Regional<br />

Police MC Training & Competition,<br />

June 2003<br />

The Multiplier Method, May 2003<br />

Best Places To Ride…Outside The US,<br />

March 2003<br />

Can You Hear Me Now? (MC Sound<br />

Levels), March 2003<br />

<strong>MCN</strong> Oil Investigation Update: Part 2:<br />

30 Motor Oils Rated, February 2003<br />

Octane For Dummies, February 2003<br />

BMWGS Shaft Drive Alert,<br />

January 2003<br />

<strong>MCN</strong> Oil Investigation Update: Part 1:<br />

Motor Oil—Again? January 2003<br />

<strong>MCN</strong> Staff Profiles, December 2002<br />

Long-Distance Voyagers, October 2002<br />

Is Your <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Trailer<br />

Legal…And Safe? September 2002<br />

Safety Recalls: Are You Riding Around<br />

With A Potentially Lethal Problem?,<br />

August 2002<br />

MSF Rider Education, June 2002<br />

Design Contest Winners, April 2002<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Insurance Rate<br />

Investigation, March 2002<br />

Bandit/EZS Sidecar Rig, David Hough<br />

Rates The Hooligan Hack,<br />

February 2002<br />

Protecting Yourself After The<br />

Accident, February 2002<br />

Simpro Replacement 80+ Alternator<br />

For The Honda GL1500,<br />

February 2002<br />

GLI800 Aftermarket Accessories,<br />

December 2001<br />

10 MOTORCYCLE CONSUMER NEWS<br />

Milan <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Show,<br />

December 2001<br />

Ask Dave, December 2001<br />

Insurance: Deciphering Your Policy,<br />

October 2001<br />

Ask Dave, October 2001<br />

Ask Dave, September 2001<br />

Countersteering vs. Body Steering,<br />

July 2001<br />

Desmoquattro Ducati Rocker Arm<br />

Flaking, July 2001<br />

Daytona Bike Week 2001, May 2001<br />

<strong>MCN</strong>’s Guide To Roadside Assistance<br />

Programs, April 2001<br />

<strong>MCN</strong> Staff Ride 2000, February 2001<br />

Beating Tickets, December 2000<br />

Intermot Report, December 2000<br />

<strong>MCN</strong> Oil Report 2000: Part 3,<br />

November 2000<br />

<strong>MCN</strong> Oil Report 2000: Part 2,<br />

October 2000<br />

The Laguna Seca AMA/World<br />

Superbike Weekend,<br />

September 2000<br />

<strong>MCN</strong> Oil Report 2000: Part 1,<br />

August 2000<br />

Callejo, Future Trike, May 2000<br />

Daytona Bike Week 2000, May 2000<br />

Hidden Chemical Hazards, April 2000<br />

Crash Protection Performance,<br />

June 2000<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Value Guides: Facts &<br />

Fiction, March 2000<br />

Racing On The Cheap, March 2000<br />

240k Miles On A Honda CBR900RR,<br />

February 2000<br />

An Interview With Dr. Harry Hurt,<br />

January 2000<br />

Organized <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Tours, Part 2:<br />

One Rider’s 14-Tour Case Study,<br />

January 2000<br />

The Milan <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Show (World<br />

Motorcycling), December 1999<br />

Motorcycling In The ’90s,<br />

December 1999<br />

Aftermarket Hell, October 1999<br />

A Guide To <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Rentals,<br />

September 1999<br />

White Line Fever…The Response,<br />

September 1999<br />

1999 <strong>MCN</strong> Bike Of The Year,<br />

August 1999<br />

Shopping The Cyberslab, August 1999<br />

30th Anniversary, Three Decades Of<br />

Road Rider And <strong>Motorcycle</strong><br />

<strong>Consumer</strong> <strong>News</strong>, July 1999<br />

Organized <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Tours, June 1999<br />

Buying A Used Bike, May 1999<br />

Daytona Bike Week 1999, May 1999<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Mailing Lists, March 1999<br />

Motorcycling Spirituality Response,<br />

March 1999<br />

Restoration: Triumph Bonneville 1960-<br />

62 Pre-Unit Duplex Models,<br />

January 1999<br />

Endurance Riding Tips,<br />

November 1998<br />

Shipping Your <strong>Motorcycle</strong>,<br />

November 1998<br />

Internet Mailing List G-Z,<br />

October 1998<br />

Internet Mailing List A-F,<br />

September 1998<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> & Automotive Oils,<br />

August 1998<br />

Buying A New Bike, May 1998<br />

Daytona Bike Week 1998, May 1998<br />

Grass Roots Lobbying On<br />

Motorcycling Issues, June 1998<br />

Road Racing Primer Pan 3: Hittin’ The<br />

Track, March 1998<br />

1997 International Iron Bun Rally, Part<br />

2, February 1998<br />

1997 International Iron Butt Rally, Part<br />

1, January 1998<br />

MC=HOV, November 1997<br />

<strong>MCN</strong> Staff Profile, November 1997<br />

Roadracing Primer Part 2: The<br />

Transformation, November 1997<br />

Roadracing Primer Part 1: The Basics,<br />

October 1997<br />

History: The Great Honda-Yamaha<br />

War, July 1997<br />

Daytona Bike Week 1997, May 1997<br />

Riding The Cyber-Slab, April 1997<br />

Project Gold Wing, March 1997<br />

Why Rider Education Can’t Prove That<br />

It Works, February 1997<br />

History: Evolution Of The Cruiser,<br />

February 1997<br />

Valkyrie On Tour, November 1996<br />

Bushtec RoadStar Trailer & Hitch,<br />

November 1996<br />

Extreme Sport-Touring On A Kawasaki<br />

GPz1100, November 1996<br />

Race Report: Laguna Seca World<br />

Superbike Race, October 1996<br />

25 Tips For Endurance Riding,<br />

September 1996<br />

Instructional: Group Riding,<br />

August 1996<br />

1996 Daytona Bike Week, May 1996<br />

The DRL Dilemma, April 1996<br />

Instructional: Teaching Kids To Ride,<br />

April 1996<br />

1996 Daytona Bike Week Event<br />

Schedule, February 1996<br />

Intelligent Motorcycling (Future<br />

Highways), December 1995<br />

1995 Iron Butt Rally (The Little Engine<br />

That Could), November 1995<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Recycling, October 1995<br />

Riding the Internet, October 1995<br />

Honda Bank Angle Sensors, August 1995


Features And Special Reports,<br />

continued<br />

The 51 Best Phone Numbers In The<br />

USA (phone numbers for free travel,<br />

information and maps), August 1995<br />

Making A Mechanic: The Final<br />

Chapter, August 1995<br />

Making A Mechanic: BMW Class<br />

Graduation, July 1995<br />

Daytona’s AHRMAment, July 1995<br />

Making A Mechanic: It’s A Different<br />

Game When It’s Your Bike Being<br />

Torn Apart, June 1995<br />

Making A Mechanic: Growlers.<br />

Beemers And Winning The<br />

Coveted,White T-Shirt, May 1995<br />

The Art Of Warranty, April 1995<br />

Making A Mechanic: Real Live<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong>s, April 1995<br />

HOG Wild, March 1995<br />

Making A Mechanic: One-Third Down,<br />

March 1995<br />

Making A Mechanic: The First Four<br />

Weeks, February 1995<br />

Team Suzuki Endurance,<br />

January 1995<br />

Project Bike: <strong>MCN</strong>’s Ultimate Touring<br />

Rig, January 1995<br />

Making A Mechanic: Clarence Thomas<br />

And Me—Introduction, January<br />

1995<br />

Fit To Ride: Care And Feeding Of The<br />

Body On The Bike, December 1994<br />

Special Report: I.F.M.A., The<br />

Extravaganza That Is Cologne,<br />

December 1994<br />

Fit To Ride: The Ergonomics Of<br />

Motorcycling, Part 1,<br />

November 1994<br />

Miniature <strong>Motorcycle</strong>s (On Paper),<br />

November 1994<br />

Freedom, And The Age Of Travel<br />

November 1994<br />

The Snafu In South Carolina,<br />

November 1994<br />

GPS: The New Way To Navigate,<br />

October 1994<br />

The Loooooongest Day, Adventure<br />

Tour To Prudhoe Bay, October 1994<br />

Profile: Cowboys And Indians,<br />

October 1994<br />

The Older, The Faster (Battle Of The<br />

Legends), September 1994<br />

Profile: Papa Jack, September 1994<br />

Special Report: Schoolin’ On Scooters,<br />

September 1994<br />

The Lincoln Highways; Part 2,<br />

June 1994<br />

Third Annual National Ride To Work<br />

Poster, June 1994<br />

MV Oil Update, May 1994<br />

The Real Sales Story 1993, May 1994<br />

The 10 Ugliest Roads In America,<br />

May 1994<br />

The Seattle Cossacks, March 1994<br />

Snell Helmet Listing, March 1994<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Oils vs. Automotive Oils,<br />

February 1994<br />

Tie Down Tips For Motorcyclists,<br />

February 1994<br />

The Way We Were, February 1994<br />

Do-It-Yourself GL1500 Footrest<br />

Risers, December 1993<br />

A Few Loose Ends (Camping),<br />

December 1993<br />

Kevlar (What It Is, Its Uses In<br />

Motorcycling), December 1993<br />

Interview: Your Man In Washington:<br />

Jim Bensberg, November 1993<br />

Toys For Big Boys, November 1993<br />

Readers Write (Camping),<br />

November 1993<br />

The Day My Favorite Part Fell Off,<br />

November 1993<br />

In Search Of Gear, October 1993<br />

Motorcycling’s Secret Weapon,<br />

October 1993<br />

Beemer vs. Beemer: Duel To The<br />

Finish, September 1993<br />

Of Past Camps, Old Men And Solitude,<br />

September 1993<br />

Marc: <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Amateur Radio<br />

Club, September 1993<br />

Helmet Quick-Releases, August 1993<br />

Radiator Crash Surgery, August 1993<br />

Chance Camp Remembered,<br />

August 1993<br />

Adventures In Appalachia, July 1993<br />

Heat: No. 1 Engine Killer,<br />

July 1993<br />

The Spink Cafe Poker Run, July 1993<br />

Back On The Road—Again, June 1993<br />

1993 Address Book, June 1993<br />

Ride To Work Action Information,<br />

June 1993<br />

Special Pull Out: Ride To Work Poster,<br />

June 1993<br />

Sean And Ted’s Excellent Adventure,<br />

May 1993<br />

Laser Speed Ranging, Part 2,<br />

April 1993<br />

70th Anniversary Of BMW<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong>s, April 1993<br />

Volt And Amp Meters, April 1993<br />

Choosing A Radar Detector,<br />

March 1993<br />

Laser Speed Ranging, Part 2,<br />

March 1993<br />

Havens For Two Wheelers,<br />

March 1993<br />

On Planned Obsolescence,<br />

February 1993<br />

Dual-Sport Five-Bike Comparison,<br />

January 1993<br />

Dual Sport Primer, January 1993<br />

RR/<strong>MCN</strong> Goes Dual-Sporting,<br />

January 1993<br />

Dual Sport Wrap-Up, January 1993<br />

Training For The Future: The<br />

American <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Institute,<br />

December 1992<br />

Winter Storage Guide,<br />

November 1992<br />

Don’t Be Left Out In The Cold,<br />

November 1992<br />

Preserving The Memories,<br />

November 1992<br />

The Headless <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Ghost Of<br />

Elmore, OH, October 1992<br />

Aftermarket Seat Survey Form,<br />

October 1992<br />

A New Reason To Drop By Your Local<br />

Harley Dealer, July 1992<br />

1992 Address Book, June 1992<br />

The Real Sales Story, June 1992<br />

When You’re Hot, You’re Hot,<br />

June 1992<br />

Riding Rear, May 1992<br />

RRAT Application, May 1992<br />

Roadside Wrenching, April 1992<br />

Riding Light (Camping Tips),<br />

April 1992<br />

The Shape Of Things To Come,<br />

April 1992<br />

Moto Books, March 1992<br />

Following Dad, February 1992<br />

Tips From The DUMP, February 1992<br />

Dead Kaw By The Side Of the<br />

Road…Or The High Cost Of<br />

Crashing, January 1992<br />

1992 Plan Ahead, January 1992<br />

Special <strong>Consumer</strong> Report: Yuasa<br />

Model Y50-N18L-A3 Battery,<br />

December <strong>1991</strong><br />

Paper <strong>Motorcycle</strong>s, December <strong>1991</strong><br />

The Tulsa Foundation Theory,<br />

December <strong>1991</strong><br />

Building A Budget Tourer, Project VX,<br />

November <strong>1991</strong><br />

I Don’t Care How They Do It Outside!<br />

(Alaska), November <strong>1991</strong><br />

Relief For The Saddle-Sore<br />

Motorcyclist, November <strong>1991</strong><br />

The Plague Of Mechanical<br />

Malfunctions, October <strong>1991</strong><br />

Bob Carpenter Is Trying To Kill Me!<br />

October <strong>1991</strong><br />

Alpine Touring…West Texas Style,<br />

September <strong>1991</strong><br />

Phoenix Arises (A Vincent<br />

Retrospective), September <strong>1991</strong><br />

Tilting At Windmills, September <strong>1991</strong><br />

Desert Rider, July <strong>1991</strong><br />

Halogen Headlamps, July <strong>1991</strong><br />

In The Blood, July <strong>1991</strong><br />

Sidecars: May <strong>1991</strong><br />

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<strong>Article</strong> <strong>Index</strong>, <strong>1991</strong>-<strong>2007</strong><br />

Features And Special Reports,<br />

continued<br />

Why Would A Normal, Sane Person<br />

Ride With A Sidecar? The 10 Most<br />

Often Asked Questions About<br />

Sidecars, May <strong>1991</strong><br />

A Brief History of The Goulding<br />

Sidecar, May <strong>1991</strong><br />

The Goulding Album, May <strong>1991</strong><br />

Insurance For The Touring<br />

Motorcyclist, Part 2, April <strong>1991</strong><br />

Emit No Evil! (Catalytic Converters<br />

For <strong>Motorcycle</strong>s), April <strong>1991</strong><br />

Plan Ahead <strong>1991</strong>, April <strong>1991</strong><br />

Now Hear This (<strong>Motorcycle</strong>-related<br />

Hearing Loss), April <strong>1991</strong><br />

About Burros And Burro-Crats,<br />

March <strong>1991</strong><br />

Insurance For The Touring Rider, Part<br />

1, March <strong>1991</strong><br />

Bessie B. Stringfield, Motorcyclist,<br />

Feburary <strong>1991</strong><br />

A Road Rider Special Report,<br />

Yamaha’s New Insurance Program,<br />

January <strong>1991</strong><br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Safety—Where Are We<br />

Today? January <strong>1991</strong><br />

Quotes And Notes From The IMSC<br />

(International <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Safety<br />

Council), January <strong>1991</strong><br />

Great Bikes<br />

Honda XR650L, February <strong>2007</strong><br />

The Kawasaki Concours, January 2003<br />

Great Destinations/MC<br />

USA/Touring<br />

Million-Dollar Highway, Colorado,<br />

April <strong>2007</strong><br />

Route 519, New Jersey, January <strong>2007</strong><br />

Benton Hot Springs, CA,<br />

December 2006<br />

Wheels Through Time Museum,<br />

Maggie Valley, NC, October 2006<br />

The Agony & The Ecstasy: Riding The<br />

Four Corners Tour, May 2006<br />

The <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Hall Of Fame,<br />

Pickerington, OH, April 2006<br />

Woodstock Monument. Bethel, NY,<br />

March 2006<br />

Vermont’s Scenic Route 100,<br />

January 2006<br />

Honda Hoot, Knoxville, TN,<br />

November 2005<br />

23rd Annual Americade, Lake George,<br />

NY, September 2005<br />

Station’s Inn On The Parkway, Laurel<br />

Springs, NC, August 2005<br />

No Bridge Too Far, Bridge Hopping In<br />

Eastern PA, July 2005<br />

The Old Creamery, Cummington, MA,<br />

June 2005<br />

12 MOTORCYCLE CONSUMER NEWS<br />

Toosy’s Way Station, Danlonega, GA,<br />

May 2005<br />

Santa’s Cafe And Grill, Hiawassee,<br />

GA, April 2005<br />

Walt’s Service Station, Hallstead, PA,<br />

March 2005<br />

Ouray, CO, February 2005<br />

Natural Bridge Inn, VA, January 2005<br />

Indian Museum, December 2004<br />

Hell’s Kitchen, October 2004<br />

Touring New Jersey…Yes, New Jersey,<br />

September 2004<br />

The New Barber Motorsports Park<br />

Museum, August 2004<br />

The Lincoln Highway, June 2004<br />

Touring Middle Earth: A New Zealand<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Adventure, June 2004<br />

Bill’s Old Bike Barn, May 2004<br />

Milford, PA, March 2004<br />

Iron Horse <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Lodge,<br />

February 2004<br />

Manhattan’s Ear Bar, January 2004<br />

Toad Rock Campground, British<br />

Columbia, Canada, December 2003<br />

The 80th Laconia <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Rally<br />

And Race Week, November 2003<br />

The Mohawk Trail, July 2003<br />

Wheels Through Time, August 2003<br />

George’s Restaurant, September 2003<br />

Tortilla Flat, On The Apache Trail,<br />

June 2003<br />

Turn At The Corner, May 2003<br />

Songdog Ranch, April 2003<br />

Zeitgeist Bar & Guest Haus: San<br />

Francisco, CA, March 2003<br />

New Hope, PA, February 2003<br />

The Sunday Morning Ride,<br />

January 2003<br />

Black Hills, SD, October 2002<br />

Cardin’s Riverside Grill,<br />

September 2002<br />

Barber Motorsports Museum,<br />

June 2002<br />

Mount Irazu, Costa Rica, May 2002<br />

The Rock Store, CA, April 2002<br />

29 Dreams <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Resort,<br />

March 2002<br />

Blue Ridge <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Camping<br />

Resort, February 2002<br />

Marcus Dairy, Danbury, CT,<br />

January 2002<br />

Mariposa Coffee Company, July 2002<br />

Peggy’s Cove, Nova Scotia,<br />

December 2001<br />

Deal’s Gap, November 2001<br />

Cold Spring Tavern, October 2001<br />

T.W.O.-Two Wheels Only Resort,<br />

September 2001<br />

Cook’s Corner, August 2001<br />

Northeastern <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Tours,<br />

September 1998<br />

Alaska, December 1993<br />

Puerto Penasco, Mexico,<br />

December 1993<br />

Bodie, California, December 1993<br />

FDR’s Georgia, November 1993<br />

Iron Butt Rally, November 1993<br />

Gettysburg National Military Park,<br />

November 1993<br />

53rd Annual Black Hills Motor Classic,<br />

October 1993<br />

The Queen Mary, October 1993<br />

Ride To Work II, October 1993<br />

Roamin’ Wyoming, October 1993<br />

Moto Guzzi National Owners Club<br />

Rally, October 1993<br />

Gruber Recreational Trust Poker Run,<br />

September 1993<br />

Mark Twain House, September 1993<br />

NOMADS Assault North Rim,<br />

September 1993<br />

Harley-Davidson’s 90th Anniversary,<br />

August 1993<br />

Ozarkmountaincade, August 1993<br />

US Military Academy: West Point, NY,<br />

August 1993<br />

Welcome Back—Americade, August<br />

1993<br />

ABATE of Tulsa’s 13th Annual MC<br />

Show, July 1993<br />

11th Annual Laughlin River Run,<br />

July 1993<br />

San Marcos Pass, CA, June 1993<br />

Daytona Bike Week ’93, A Pictorial<br />

Essay, May 1993<br />

Greer, AZ, May 1993<br />

Pate Museum Of Transportation-<br />

Cresson, TX, May 1993<br />

Steamtown-Scranton, PA, March 1993<br />

Albuquerque Balloon Ride-In Rally,<br />

February 1993<br />

Cape May, NJ, February 1993<br />

The Lincoln Highway, February 1993<br />

Mockba by <strong>Motorcycle</strong>, February 1993<br />

Ensenada, Mexico, January 1993<br />

Love Ride 9 Glendale, California,<br />

January 1993<br />

1992 Golden Aspen Rally, Ruidoso,<br />

NM, January 1993<br />

Bluenose Rally, December 1992<br />

H-D 90th Anniversary, December 1992<br />

Ridge Runner 500, December 1992<br />

Sterling Hill Zinc Mine, Ogdensburg,<br />

New Jersey, December 1992<br />

3 Flags Classic, December 1992<br />

To Shangri-La And Back, December<br />

1992<br />

The Arches And Canyonlands National<br />

Parks, UT, November 1992<br />

Finger Canyons Of The Kolob, UT,<br />

November 1992<br />

Sturgis ’92, November 1992<br />

AMA Vintage Days Westerville, OH,<br />

October 1992


Great Destinations/MC USA/Touring,<br />

continued<br />

The Wrong Way To Boldt Castle, NY,<br />

October 1992<br />

Blue Knights Of New Jersey,<br />

September 1992<br />

Chaco Canyon, NM, September 1992<br />

Cooperstown, NY, September 1992<br />

Do-It-Yourself European Touring,<br />

September 1992<br />

Four Stroke Singles National Owners’<br />

Club, September 1992<br />

Honda Sport-Touring Association,<br />

September 1992<br />

International Motorcyclists Tour Club,<br />

September 1992<br />

Americade East, August 1992<br />

Long Island Charity Run, August 1992<br />

Randsburg, CA, August 1992<br />

Riding In A Group Tour (Mexico),<br />

August 1992<br />

Snapshots: Two Great Little Spots To<br />

Stop (Wisconsin, Utah), August 1992<br />

Dry Falls, WA, July 1992<br />

The Mohawk Trail, MA, July 1992<br />

Mount Washington, NH, July 1992<br />

Brass Monkey Sidecar Rally, June<br />

1992<br />

Joshua Tree National Monument, CA,<br />

June 1992<br />

Laughlin River Run, June 1992<br />

There’s This Egg In Indiana, June 1992<br />

Daytona, May 1992<br />

The Lehigh And Delaware Canal, PA,<br />

May 1992<br />

Riding The Gadsden Strip (Arizona,<br />

New Mexico), April 1992<br />

To The End Of The Map (Quebec,<br />

Canada), April 1992<br />

Blueprint For Touring, February 1992<br />

Alice’s Wonderland<br />

(Northern,California’s San Mateo<br />

County), March 1992<br />

Chicago Polar Bear Ride, March 1992<br />

Dry Riders M/C, March 1992<br />

Fiesta For Kids, March 1992<br />

50th Anniversary Of The Alaska-<br />

Canada Highway, March 1992<br />

La Concentration Rally, March 1992<br />

Barstow To las Vegas VIII,<br />

February 1992<br />

Long Island HOG Toy Run,<br />

February 1992<br />

Lucky 7, New England Route 7,<br />

February 1992<br />

Ausable Chasm, NY, January 1992<br />

Canada’s Northwest Territories—The<br />

Journey To Yellowknife—On The<br />

Road To Inuvik, January 1992<br />

Just Like Us…For A While, The<br />

Forbes Run, January 1992<br />

Oatman, AZ, January 1992<br />

Blackwater 200, Davis, WV,<br />

December <strong>1991</strong><br />

BMW GS Rendezvous, Gerlach, NV,<br />

December <strong>1991</strong><br />

Iron Butt ’91, US Perimeter,<br />

December <strong>1991</strong><br />

Mount Desert Island, ME,<br />

December <strong>1991</strong><br />

V-Daze ’91, Sault Ste. Marie, MI,<br />

December <strong>1991</strong><br />

Wings Over The Smokies, Cherokee,<br />

NC, December <strong>1991</strong><br />

Americade West, Estes Park, CO<br />

November <strong>1991</strong><br />

Austin, NV—The International<br />

Hotel/Casino/Bar/Ballroom/Cafe<br />

And Beauty Parlor, November <strong>1991</strong><br />

It’s All Part Of It (A Review Of<br />

Touring “Basics”), November <strong>1991</strong><br />

A Ride To Marcus Dairy, CT,<br />

November <strong>1991</strong><br />

Sturgis 51, South Dakota,<br />

November <strong>1991</strong><br />

The UP (Upper Peninsula) Great Lakes<br />

300, Michigan, November <strong>1991</strong><br />

WOW! Fifth Intemational Ride In<br />

Wisconsin, November <strong>1991</strong><br />

Give It Some Steam (Colorado),<br />

October <strong>1991</strong><br />

Palisades Park, NJ, October <strong>1991</strong><br />

The Ramapo 500, It Has Become A<br />

Classic. October <strong>1991</strong><br />

United SideCar Association National<br />

Rally, Thorntown, IN, October <strong>1991</strong><br />

Wing Ding! GWRRA International<br />

Rally, Tulsa, OK, October <strong>1991</strong><br />

YSR50 + 24 Hrs. = 1000 Miles<br />

(Arizona, New Mexico, Texas),<br />

October <strong>1991</strong><br />

CAM Rodeo, Colorado Association of<br />

Motorcyclists, September <strong>1991</strong><br />

Devil’s Postpile National Monument,<br />

CA, September <strong>1991</strong><br />

The Islands Of Bay St. Lawrence<br />

(Quebec, Canada), September <strong>1991</strong><br />

Jerome, AZ, September <strong>1991</strong><br />

Perkins Memorial Drive, Bear<br />

Mountain, NY, September <strong>1991</strong><br />

San Diego Antique <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Club<br />

Third Annual T-Shirt Run,<br />

September <strong>1991</strong><br />

Touring The Thousand Islands,<br />

September <strong>1991</strong><br />

Americade <strong>1991</strong>, The Lake George<br />

Love Boat, August <strong>1991</strong><br />

The Copper Queen Hotel, Bisbee, AZ,<br />

August <strong>1991</strong><br />

Denizens Of Doom M.C., August <strong>1991</strong><br />

“Flying United” (The Society Of<br />

Ottawa Area Riders), August <strong>1991</strong><br />

In Search Of Great Basin National<br />

Park, (Nevada), August <strong>1991</strong><br />

Indians, No Cowboys (The Indian MC<br />

Museum), August <strong>1991</strong><br />

Medicare’s Angels (The Mid-Atlantic<br />

Retread Rally), August <strong>1991</strong><br />

St. Andrews By-The-Sea, Nova Scotia,<br />

August <strong>1991</strong><br />

Super Natural B.C. (British Columbia),<br />

August <strong>1991</strong><br />

Moto Guzzi Holds First National Open<br />

House Lillington, NC, July <strong>1991</strong><br />

Mount Nebo State Park, AR, July <strong>1991</strong><br />

<strong>1991</strong> Honda Homecoming Rally,<br />

Marysville, OH, July <strong>1991</strong><br />

Pioneer Jamboree, Rancho Santa Cruz,<br />

AZ, July <strong>1991</strong><br />

Colorado’s Best Kept Secret, June <strong>1991</strong><br />

The Journey (Canada’s Far North),<br />

June <strong>1991</strong><br />

Biking To Baja, May <strong>1991</strong><br />

Daytona People: Yesterday—Today,<br />

May <strong>1991</strong><br />

How Daytona’s 50th Succeeded In<br />

Spite Of Itself, May <strong>1991</strong><br />

Club Profile: International Northeastem<br />

Harley-Davidson Dresser And<br />

Touring Association, March <strong>1991</strong><br />

18th Annual Brass Monkey Sidecar<br />

Rally, April <strong>1991</strong><br />

Going Underground (Guanajuato,<br />

Mexico), March <strong>1991</strong><br />

A <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Tour Of Southern Idaho,<br />

March <strong>1991</strong><br />

Alaskan Adventure, February <strong>1991</strong><br />

Daytona Bike Week <strong>1991</strong>,<br />

February <strong>1991</strong><br />

So. California/Nevada-L.A. to B. to V.<br />

1990, February <strong>1991</strong><br />

Southfields, New York-Polar BRRR<br />

Ride!, February <strong>1991</strong><br />

BMW Riders Association Rally—R.A.<br />

By The Bay, January <strong>1991</strong><br />

The Covered Bridges Of Blount<br />

County, AL, January <strong>1991</strong><br />

19th Annual Griffith Park Sidecar<br />

Rally, January <strong>1991</strong><br />

Three Riding Free: What Do You Say?<br />

Packing For Two-Up Travel, In<br />

Search Of The Ultimate Road,<br />

January <strong>1991</strong><br />

Guest Editorial<br />

Who Owns Rider Training? March <strong>2007</strong><br />

Who Pays The Price?, August 1999<br />

The Truth About Traffic Tickets,<br />

October 1998<br />

Take It From Mr. Slick: An Object<br />

Lesson In Anecdotal Evidence,<br />

April 1998<br />

Adam Zuckerman: The Helmet Law<br />

Swindle, November 1997<br />

Peter Tavernise: Moto Journalism Fact<br />

& Fantasy, September 1997<br />

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<strong>Article</strong> <strong>Index</strong>, <strong>1991</strong>-<strong>2007</strong><br />

Guest Editorials, continued<br />

Equal & Separate, February 1997<br />

“Let’s Just Get Rid Of <strong>Motorcycle</strong>s,”<br />

October 1993<br />

The Perfect Life, September 1993<br />

Geezerhood, August 1993<br />

“The Harley,” July 1993<br />

Argument Against Mandatory Helmet<br />

Laws, June 1993<br />

Gotta Ride Blues, May 1993<br />

The Greater Part of Valor, April 1993<br />

Art Of Neuro-Linguistic Programming,<br />

March 1993<br />

Oh My God, I Dropped It!<br />

February 1993<br />

Nobody Can Eat 50 Eggs,<br />

January 1993<br />

Close Encounters Of The Worst Kind,<br />

December 1992<br />

Expectations vs. Value Received,<br />

November 1992<br />

After The Crash: Helpful Hints In The<br />

Ancient Art Of Face-Saving,<br />

October 1992<br />

You Are What You Ride,<br />

September 1992<br />

33 Thoughts On Motorcycling,<br />

August 1992<br />

The Cult Of The Distance Rider,<br />

July1992<br />

Of Love And Marriage And<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong>s, June 1992<br />

Riding At 35,000 Feet, May 1992<br />

Touring The Heartland, April 1992<br />

Confessions Of An Addict, March 1992<br />

Summer Dreams, February 1992<br />

My Life, January 1992<br />

Pit Stop Commentary, December <strong>1991</strong><br />

Into-1 Music, November <strong>1991</strong><br />

Risk, October <strong>1991</strong><br />

The Great Speed Debate, September <strong>1991</strong><br />

Mike And Me, August <strong>1991</strong><br />

Romance Alley, July <strong>1991</strong><br />

My Secret Ute, June <strong>1991</strong><br />

Biting The Hand, May <strong>1991</strong><br />

Mickey Mouse Answers, April <strong>1991</strong><br />

Perils Of Press Intros, March <strong>1991</strong><br />

Think In Terms Of Bridges Burned…,<br />

February <strong>1991</strong><br />

Animal, January <strong>1991</strong><br />

How-To<br />

Selling On eBay, September <strong>2007</strong><br />

Buying On eBay, August <strong>2007</strong><br />

Suspension Setup: Adjust, Test,<br />

Repeat, July <strong>2007</strong><br />

Headlight Modulators: Fact, Fiction<br />

And Installation, June <strong>2007</strong><br />

Stebel Air Horn Installation, May <strong>2007</strong><br />

Raise Your Voice: How To Write To<br />

Your Political Representatives,<br />

April <strong>2007</strong><br />

14 MOTORCYCLE CONSUMER NEWS<br />

How To Replace A Busted Zipper,<br />

February <strong>2007</strong><br />

True-Track Installation: How To Cure<br />

H-D High Speed Wobble On Touring<br />

And Dyna Models, January <strong>2007</strong><br />

Frame Slider Installation, January <strong>2007</strong><br />

Dry Clutch Servicing and Modification,<br />

December 2006<br />

Wheel Bearing Replacement,<br />

April 2006<br />

Roll Your Own: Utility Trailer Rehab<br />

And Modification, March 2006<br />

Tire Conditioning Experiments,<br />

March 2006<br />

Spoke Wheel Building & Truing,<br />

January 2006<br />

Get A Grip! May 2005<br />

Heat-Proofing The FJR1300, May 2005<br />

Chain & Sprocket Replacement,<br />

April 2005<br />

Maintenance/Upgrade Brake Line, Pad<br />

& Fluid Replacement, March 2005<br />

Rehabilitation Therapy, November 2004<br />

Carb Cleaning, November 2004<br />

Do-It-Yourself <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Alarm,<br />

August 2004<br />

BMW R/GS Muffler Lowering,<br />

July 2004<br />

RaceEye: R1100S Boxer Cup Track<br />

Prep, June 2004<br />

Oil Blow-By Phenomenon: The Oil<br />

Spitting Sportster Solution, May 2004<br />

Wrenching Part Three: Winter<br />

Restoration, April 2004,<br />

DIY Wheel Balancer, March 2004,<br />

Bike-To-Bike On A Budget:<br />

Communications For Less Than $99<br />

Per Bike, March 2004<br />

Wrenching Part Two: Doing More<br />

While Avoiding The Scourge Of<br />

Murphy’s Law, March 2004<br />

Wrenching Endeavors Part One:<br />

Nurturing The Inner Mechanic,<br />

February 2004<br />

Planning Your Alaska Adventure: Tips<br />

From A World Traveler, January<br />

2004<br />

Engine Cylinder Wall Preparation,<br />

December 2003<br />

Tubeless Tire Repair Part 1,<br />

November 2003<br />

Late Season Riding Apparel,<br />

November 2003<br />

Buying A <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Jacket,<br />

October 2003<br />

Three Steps Closer To Madness:<br />

Preparing For The Iron Butt Rally,<br />

August 2003<br />

20 Questions About Brakes, June 2003<br />

Selling A Bike, June 2003<br />

Ducati Monster Part 2: Taking A Trip<br />

Naked, Sort Of…May 2003<br />

How To Safety Wire, April 2003<br />

Shipping <strong>Motorcycle</strong>s, April 2003<br />

The Track Experience: Part 2:<br />

April 2003<br />

The Track Experience: Part 1:<br />

March 2003<br />

Harley Frame Alignment, The ‘Law’<br />

vs. Reality: Part 2: February 2003<br />

Harley Frame Alignment, The ‘Law’<br />

vs. Reality: Part 1: January 2003<br />

Emergency Tire Inflation The Easy<br />

Way, October 2002<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Lifts, September 2002<br />

Motorcycling & Your Significant<br />

Other, August 2002<br />

Satellite Radio, August 2002<br />

Global Camping Secrets, July 2002<br />

Combat Touring II: Special Ops<br />

Training Applied To<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong>,Touring, June 2002<br />

Choosing A Bike Stand, June 2002<br />

Keeping Your Bike: An Anti-Theft<br />

Primer, May 2002<br />

Combat Touring, April 2002<br />

Fork Seal Leaks, February 2002<br />

Class Act: Bill Womack’s Super<br />

Superhawk, January 2002<br />

Sight Unseen: Part 2: How to Fix a<br />

Wrecked Bike, September 2001<br />

RC51 Rescue, August 2001<br />

Sight Unseen: Part 1: How to Buy A<br />

Wrecked Bike, August 2001<br />

Suspension Upgrades, August 2001<br />

Designing And Drawing <strong>Motorcycle</strong>s,<br />

June 2001<br />

Global Tourer’s Bag Of Tricks, Part 3,<br />

April 2001<br />

Renting A Harley, April 2001<br />

Building A Budget Global Tourer, Part<br />

2, March 2001<br />

The European Decision, March 2001<br />

Building A Budget Global Tourer<br />

(BMW R80GS) Part 1,<br />

February 2001<br />

Factory Pro Shift Kit Installation,<br />

January 2001<br />

Restoring Aerostich Suit<br />

Waterproofing, January 2001<br />

How I Got 39,000 Miles From A Stock<br />

Drive Chain, July 2000<br />

Fixing Belt Drive Ducati Clutch Slave<br />

Cylinders, May 2000<br />

FRX Suspension Upgrade, May 2000<br />

Modifying Your Bike’s Exhaust,<br />

April 2000<br />

How To Import A Bike From Canada,<br />

April 2000<br />

Shopping The Cyberslab, Part 2: Online<br />

Auctions, April 2000<br />

Joining A <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Club,<br />

February 2000<br />

Starting A Bike Club, February 2000


How-to, continued<br />

Suspension Setup, Part 2: Damping<br />

Adjustment & Problem-Solving,<br />

February 2000<br />

Travel On The Cheap, February 2000<br />

Harley Shifter Upgrades, January 2000<br />

Painless Decal Installation, January 2000<br />

Putting The Sport Back In Touring,<br />

January 2000<br />

Suspension Setup, Part 1: Spring Sag<br />

And Stiction, January 2000<br />

Harley Clutch Upgrade, December 1999<br />

ST1100 Alternator Upgrade,<br />

November 1999<br />

The Perfect <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Garage,<br />

November 1999<br />

The Devil’s In The Details, October 1999<br />

Taking Great Bike Photos,<br />

September 1999<br />

Getting Your Bike Repainted,<br />

August 1999<br />

Carb Synchronization, July 1999<br />

Stubborn Fasteners (Tech Tip),<br />

July 1999<br />

Lubing Those Often-Missed Critical<br />

Pivot Points (Tech Tip), April 1999<br />

Brake Rebuilding, February 1999<br />

Guerrilla E-mail, February 1999<br />

Sport-Towing, Part 2: Trailers,<br />

February 1999<br />

BMW Oilhead Boxer Level 2<br />

Servicing, January 1999<br />

Sport-Towing, Part 1: Pickup Trucks,<br />

January 1999<br />

Touring With Kids…Are You Guys<br />

Nuts? January 1999<br />

Desmo Valve Adjustment, December<br />

1998<br />

Chain Of Fools: Part 2, October 1998<br />

Powder Coating At Home,<br />

October 1998<br />

Used Bike Preparation & Care,<br />

September 1998<br />

Thread Repair, August 1998<br />

When Riding Means Business,<br />

June 1998<br />

Shim-Under-Bucket Valve Adjustment,<br />

April 1998<br />

New Bike Preparation & Care,<br />

March 1998<br />

Tire Changing, February 1998<br />

Tuning Your Forks Part 2: Rebuilding<br />

(Tech Tip), October 1997<br />

Tuning Your Forks Part 1: Adjustments<br />

(Tech Tip), September 1997<br />

Tuning Your Shocks, August 1997<br />

Tire Grooming (Tech Tip), July 1997<br />

Putting More ‘Stop’ & ‘Go’ In The<br />

Buell Thunderbolt, May 1997<br />

Polishing & Buffing, March 1997<br />

Chain Replacement (Tech Tip),<br />

January 1997<br />

Get A New Grip (Tech Tip),<br />

December 1996<br />

Carburetor Troubleshooting, April 1996<br />

Get It Wired (Tech Tip), August 1996<br />

Lindemann Engineering Non-<br />

Rebuildable Shock Rebuild,<br />

January 1996<br />

Details, Details: Cleaning, Polishing<br />

And Protecting Your <strong>Motorcycle</strong>,<br />

January 1996<br />

Troubleshooting Wiring Problems,<br />

December 1995<br />

Suspension Tuning, March 1995<br />

Making Money From A <strong>Motorcycle</strong><br />

Gizmo, December 1994<br />

Winning At The Bike Auction Game,<br />

August 1994<br />

Install An Ignition Switch, June 1994<br />

The (Almost) Lost Art Of Wheel<br />

Lacing, May 1994<br />

Project: Night Wing, March 1994<br />

A Refinishing Guide To Plastic<br />

Welding And Painting, March 1994<br />

Fixing Fastener Failures, February 1994<br />

Get More Punch Out Of Your Boxer,<br />

January 1994<br />

Diagnose Bearing Failures,<br />

January 1994<br />

$75 Saddlebags, October 1992<br />

Project: Intruder (Adapting A Cruiser<br />

For Touring), July 1992<br />

Fork Seal Leaks (Cause-Fix), June 1992<br />

Longer Life Through Better<br />

Lubrication, May 1992<br />

BMW Hybrid (Converting A K75S To<br />

A K75 ‘RS’), April 1992<br />

The <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Mail Order Jungle,<br />

March 1992<br />

Buying Used <strong>Motorcycle</strong>s,<br />

February 1992<br />

A Cure For The Weak-Kneed Wing,<br />

November <strong>1991</strong><br />

Bui!ding A Budget Tourer, Project VX,<br />

November <strong>1991</strong><br />

Tilting At Windmills, How To Make<br />

Your Legislature Work For You,<br />

September <strong>1991</strong><br />

Humor<br />

The GPS Factor, November 2004<br />

You Might Be A Biker If…,<br />

December 1995<br />

The Way Of The Wave,<br />

November 1995<br />

Cartoon: The Night Before Christmas,<br />

December 1994<br />

Birdbrain, August 1994<br />

Industry Reports<br />

<strong>2007</strong> Year-End Report, December <strong>2007</strong><br />

<strong>2007</strong> Indy Powersports Dealer Show,<br />

May <strong>2007</strong><br />

2006 Year-End Report, December 2006<br />

Maturing Market vs. Youth Market,<br />

November 2006<br />

The Noise Is Killing Us! May 2006<br />

State Of The Industry 2005: End of<br />

Year Report, January 2006<br />

From The Other Side Of The Counter,<br />

May 2005<br />

From The Other Side Of The Counter,<br />

Accepting New Technology,<br />

February 2005<br />

The Chinese Invasion, May 2005<br />

Intermot, December 2004<br />

Suzuki Dealer Convention, August 2004<br />

Yamaha Dealer Convention,<br />

August 2004<br />

The Indianapolis Trade Show, June 2004<br />

Who’s Cloning Whom? February 2004<br />

End Of The Year 2003, November 2003<br />

Sexism In The Industry,<br />

September 2003<br />

When Niches Narrow, August 2003<br />

State Of The Industry: Midyear 2003,<br />

May 2003<br />

State Of The Industry, December 2002<br />

The Gender Factor, November 2002<br />

My Hero…Kenneth Hayes,<br />

October 2002<br />

From The Other Side Of The Counter,<br />

July 2002<br />

State Of The Industry, June 2002<br />

State of the U.S. <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Industry,<br />

October 2001<br />

The Loyalty Paradigm, July 2001<br />

Trade Show Time, May 2001<br />

The State Of The Industry, Part 3:<br />

Dealer-Customer Relations,<br />

December 2000<br />

Sometimes They Get It Wrong,<br />

November 2000<br />

The State Of The Industry, Part 2: The<br />

Manufacturer/Dealer Dimension,<br />

September 2000<br />

The Other Side Of The Counter:<br />

Knowledge Equals Power, June 2000<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> One-Upmanship, March 2000<br />

The State Of The United States<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Market, May 2000<br />

Working In The MC Industry,<br />

January 2000<br />

Cult Cycle Collectibles, November 1999<br />

Recalls, August 1999<br />

The Mass Merchandisers And<br />

Consolidators Are Coming!,<br />

July 1999<br />

Hot & Cold Cruisers, July 1999<br />

From The Other Side Of The Counter,<br />

February Through October 1998<br />

MC Design<br />

Paris Revue, December <strong>2007</strong><br />

Bling, November <strong>2007</strong><br />

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MC Design, continued<br />

Keeping It Simple, October <strong>2007</strong><br />

H-D’s Missed Opportunity,<br />

September <strong>2007</strong><br />

Fatal Attraction, August <strong>2007</strong><br />

American Pie, July <strong>2007</strong><br />

The Big Wheel, June <strong>2007</strong><br />

Breaking In, May <strong>2007</strong><br />

Future Sense, April <strong>2007</strong><br />

Designer Profile: Craig Vetter,<br />

March <strong>2007</strong><br />

The Next Tamburini, February <strong>2007</strong><br />

David vs. Goliath: Small Designers<br />

Rule This Year’s Intermot,<br />

January <strong>2007</strong><br />

Damage Control, December 2006<br />

Models Required, November 2006<br />

Scoop! (Air Scoops), October 2006<br />

Searching for Inspiration,<br />

September 2006<br />

The Theory of Evolution: Part 2,<br />

August 2006<br />

The Theory of Evolution: Part 1,<br />

July 2006<br />

Making the Body Work, June 2006<br />

Origin of the Species, May 2006<br />

Moving On, April 2006<br />

Milantics, March 2006<br />

Worth The Wait? February 2006<br />

Best Of Show: 2005 Modial du Deux<br />

Roues, January 2006<br />

Safety Last, December 2005<br />

Highs & Lows, November 2005<br />

Heart Of The Beast, October 2005<br />

Projecting An Image,<br />

September 2005<br />

Right & Wrong, August 2005<br />

So What Is Design? July 2005<br />

Quirks, June 2005<br />

Floating Panels, May 2005<br />

Robbiano’s Bimotas, April 2005<br />

The Face, March 2005<br />

GK Dynamics, February 2005<br />

A Dashing Sprint, January 2005<br />

Demarcation, December 2004<br />

Changing Customs, November 2004<br />

A Guzzi Convert, October 2004<br />

Keep It Brief, September 2004<br />

Perfectly Ugly, August 2004<br />

Project Fischer Take Two, July 2004<br />

Life’s Baggage, June 2004<br />

Defining Style, May 2004<br />

Designer Prolile: Mitsuyoshi Kohama,<br />

April 2004<br />

Project Hydra, March 2004<br />

Any Old Iron? February 2004<br />

Size Doesn’t Matter, January 2004<br />

The Impressionists, December 2003<br />

Race Replica Design: Part 2: Pulling<br />

Away, November 2003<br />

Race Replica Design: Part 1: Closing<br />

The Gap, October 2003<br />

16 MOTORCYCLE CONSUMER NEWS<br />

Pivotal Designs: The Suzuki Katana,<br />

September 2003<br />

Happy Returns? August 2003<br />

Designer Profile: Martin Longmore,<br />

July 2003<br />

The Detroit Spinners, June 2003<br />

The Brit Awards, May 2003<br />

Designer Profile: Pierre Terblanche,<br />

April 2003<br />

Letter From America, March 2003<br />

Close To The Edge, February 2003<br />

The Next Generation, January 2003<br />

Benevolent Patrons, December 2002<br />

For Men Only? November 2002<br />

Free For All, October 2002<br />

Under The Influence, September 2002<br />

Designer Profile: Adrian Morton,<br />

August 2002<br />

Concept, Or Production? July 2002<br />

The Italian Job, June 2002<br />

Your Finest Hour, May 2002<br />

Multiple Mergers, April 2002<br />

Trophies Triumph, March 2002<br />

Detail, February 2002<br />

Whatever Next, January 2002<br />

The New Breed, December 2001<br />

It’s All Academic, November 2001<br />

The Third Dimension, October 2001<br />

Instant Credit, September 2001<br />

First World’s Ugliest Bike Award,<br />

August 2001<br />

Proportional Representation, July 2001<br />

Design vs. Styling, May 2001<br />

Fashions, April 2001<br />

Show Time! March 2001<br />

The Game of the Name, February 2001<br />

The New Superbikes, January 2001<br />

Organized Crime, December 2000<br />

A Trick Of The Eye, November 2000<br />

Roof At The Top, October 2000<br />

Everyone’s A Bloody Designer,<br />

September 2000<br />

A Touch Of Wind, August 2000<br />

Ducati’s Predicament, July 2000<br />

Send In The Clones, June 2000<br />

Playing Safe, May 2000<br />

MC Rights<br />

Beast Of The East 2002, July 2002<br />

Freedom Isn’t Free: 17th Annual<br />

Meeting Of The Minds,<br />

January 2002<br />

EPA Chokehold on Street Bikes,<br />

February 2001<br />

MRF Mission Goals, January 2001<br />

Street Fights, December 2000<br />

Global Harmonization, November 2000<br />

The Safetycrats Are Coming, October<br />

2000<br />

Grassroots Politics, September 2000<br />

Know Your Rights, August 2000<br />

Safety Circles, July 2000<br />

Still The Same, June 2000<br />

Medical Motorcycling<br />

Gut Feelings, December <strong>2007</strong><br />

To Pee, Or Not To Pee? November<br />

<strong>2007</strong><br />

Hear, Here! October <strong>2007</strong><br />

Experience Is The Worst Teacher,<br />

September <strong>2007</strong><br />

The Agony Of The Feet, August <strong>2007</strong><br />

Hernias, July <strong>2007</strong><br />

Summer Riding, June <strong>2007</strong><br />

Clearing Fluid Out Of The Ears, May<br />

<strong>2007</strong><br />

Additives, May <strong>2007</strong><br />

Better Living Through Chemistry,<br />

April <strong>2007</strong><br />

Take Two And Call Me In The<br />

Morning, March <strong>2007</strong><br />

Brain Attack! February <strong>2007</strong><br />

Feet, Don’t Fail Me Now, January <strong>2007</strong><br />

Brain Farts, December 2006<br />

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder,<br />

November 2006<br />

Asleep at the Handlebars. October 2006<br />

How to Keep Your Internal<br />

Combustion Engine Running,<br />

September 2006<br />

Bad Vibes, August 2006<br />

Fitness, July 2006<br />

Backs Gone Bad, June 2006<br />

Get Back, May 2006<br />

Stoned, April 2006<br />

One Good Turn…, March 2006<br />

Sinuses, February 2006<br />

The Common Cold: Nothing to Sneeze<br />

At, January 2006<br />

These Old Bones, December 2005<br />

Hemorrhoids, November 2005<br />

Testosterone Poisoning, October 2005<br />

Touring Tip, September 2005<br />

First Aid, At Last, September 2005<br />

Rednecks, August 2005<br />

Road Rash Decision, July 2005<br />

Saving Face, June 2005<br />

Numb Hands, May 2005<br />

The Balancing Act, April 2005<br />

Monkey Butt, March 2005<br />

For Men Only, February 2005<br />

Bend Or Break? January 2005<br />

Pavement Dermatitis, December 2004<br />

Shoulders, November 2004<br />

Asthma, October 2004<br />

Born To Run, September 2004<br />

Farts, August 2004<br />

Earplugs, July 2004<br />

Smoking: Part 2, June 2004<br />

Your Gut Feelings Count, May 2004<br />

Smoking Part 1, April 2004<br />

Wide Load, March 2004<br />

Fighting Riding Suit Shrink,<br />

February 2004


Medical Motorcycling, continued<br />

Skin Infections, January 2004<br />

Depression, December 2003<br />

Hearts, November 2003<br />

Ribs, October 2003<br />

What’s A Joint Like This…,<br />

September 2003<br />

A Pain In The Neck, August 2003<br />

Don’t Miss This, July 2003<br />

Tennis Elbow, June 2003<br />

Constipation, May 2003<br />

Allergies, April 2003<br />

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, March 2003<br />

Cramps 101, February 2003<br />

Don’t Blink! January 2003<br />

Ouch! December 2002<br />

Hypothermia, November 2002<br />

Mental Motorcycling<br />

End of the Road, December <strong>2007</strong><br />

Restoration, November <strong>2007</strong><br />

A Sense Of Direction, October <strong>2007</strong><br />

Two-Cycle Living, September <strong>2007</strong><br />

Cat-like Reflexes, August <strong>2007</strong><br />

One-percenters, June <strong>2007</strong><br />

Paranoia, Part 2…After The Crash,<br />

May <strong>2007</strong><br />

Just Another Pretty Face, April <strong>2007</strong><br />

Risky Business, March <strong>2007</strong><br />

Paranoia, Or, Maybe Everyone Is Out<br />

To Get You, Part 1, February <strong>2007</strong><br />

Moto-Monotony And Cyclical<br />

Enlightenment, January <strong>2007</strong><br />

Straddling The Fence, December 2006<br />

What Are They Thinking?,<br />

November 2006<br />

Jaded, October 2006<br />

When In Doubt…, September 2006<br />

The DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Mindset,<br />

August 2006<br />

The Agony of Defeat, July 2006<br />

Inventory, or the Lack of It, June 2006<br />

Pain Management, May 2006<br />

Getting In Touch With Your Inner<br />

Cartographer, Or Not, April 2006<br />

Why We Ride, Part 6: Wrap Up,<br />

March 2006<br />

Oh, What A Feeling! February 2006<br />

Sophia’s Demise, (<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Named<br />

Sophia Ends Her Final Journey),<br />

January 2006<br />

Why We Ride, Part 5: Transcendence.<br />

December 2005<br />

The Rookie, November 2005<br />

Moto-Relativity, October 2005<br />

Why We Ride, Part 4: For The Sheer<br />

Thrill Of It! September 2005<br />

A Real Classic, August 2005<br />

Why We Ride, Part 3: Where The Wild<br />

Things Are, July 2005<br />

Passion, June 2005<br />

The Hardest Part, May 2005<br />

Why We Ride, Part 2: Lonesome<br />

Highway, April 2005<br />

Milestones, March 2005<br />

Heart & Soul, February 2005<br />

Doh! Brain Fade And The Perils Of<br />

Fatigue, January 2005<br />

Ivan (the Hurricane), December 2004<br />

Why We Ride Part 1: At First Glance,<br />

November 2004<br />

Trust, October 2004<br />

Remembrances, September 2004<br />

Motoplacebo, August 2004<br />

Zen And The Art Of Family<br />

Vacationing, July 2004<br />

Top 10 Reasons A <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Is Better<br />

Than A Human Being, June 2004<br />

Loud Pipes Do What? May 2004<br />

The Sensational <strong>Motorcycle</strong>, April 2004<br />

Why We Ride, The Project, March 2004<br />

What “Should Be” vs. What Is,<br />

January 2004<br />

Motorcycling May Prolong Your Life,<br />

December 2003<br />

The Voice Of (In) Experience,<br />

November 2003<br />

Blackboxes,October 2003<br />

Separation Anxiety, September 2003<br />

Experts, August 2003<br />

Near Life Experience, July 2003<br />

Back To School, June 2003<br />

Garage Fever, May 2003<br />

Displacement, April 2003<br />

Half The Fun, March 2003<br />

Virgins & Divorcees, February 2003<br />

True Love, January 2003<br />

Small Sabbaticals, December 2002<br />

Gender Differences In Motorcycling,<br />

November 2002<br />

Safe Distance, October 2002<br />

Dirty Thoughts, September 2002<br />

Get Lost, August 2002<br />

Staying Calm: Sports Psychology 101,<br />

July 2002<br />

Giving Ourselves A Hand, June 2002<br />

Homework, May 2002<br />

The Call Of The Open Road, March<br />

Reflections, April 2002<br />

You Just Can’t Get There From Here,<br />

February 2002<br />

Mental Mechanics, January 2002<br />

The First Time…Again, December 2001<br />

Flow, Part 8: What It’s All About,<br />

November 2001<br />

Flow, Part 7: Taking Charge and<br />

Letting Go, October 2001<br />

Flow, Part 6: Now! Now! Now!<br />

September 2001<br />

Flow, Part 5: Doing Loops, August 2001<br />

Flow, Part 4: Going Where You<br />

Look…Closely, July 2001<br />

Flow, Part 3: Prepare to Merge,<br />

June 2001<br />

Flow, Part 2: Getting Your Balance,<br />

May 2001<br />

Flow, Part 1: Getting in the Groove,<br />

April 2001<br />

Myth & Truth, Part 2, March 2001<br />

Myth & Truth, Part 1, February 2001<br />

Can’t Live With ’Em, Can’t Live<br />

Without ’Em, January 2001<br />

Riding Through The Valley Of The<br />

Shadow…, December 2000<br />

Necessity Is A Mother, November 2000<br />

Moto-Connoisseurism, October 2000<br />

The ‘Trust Me’ Line, September 2000<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> ‘Camping,’ August 2000<br />

Making It Personal, July 2000<br />

A Cure For What Ails Us, June 2000<br />

The Zen Of The Here & Now, May 2000<br />

Riding In The Zone, April 2000<br />

Your Rite To Ride, March 2000<br />

Necessary Evils, February 2000<br />

Training Wheels, January 2000<br />

Rider’s Intuition, December 1999<br />

Shifting, November 1999<br />

Self-Diagnostics, October 1999<br />

Riding & Risk Taking,<br />

September 1999<br />

The Verdict, August 1999<br />

Sports Psychology For Riders,<br />

July 1999<br />

Learning Curves, June 1999<br />

Accessory Mania, May 1999<br />

Spiritual Motorcycling, April 1999<br />

Just Say No, March 1999<br />

Over Correction, Part 2, February 1999<br />

Over Correction, Part 1, January 1999<br />

Linkages, December 1998<br />

Riding & Relating, November 1998<br />

Perfect Imperfection, October 1998<br />

Fear And Loathing In Knox Vegas,<br />

September 1998<br />

An Effective State Of Mind Revisited,<br />

August 1998<br />

Human Relations 102, July 1998<br />

Just Relax, June 1998<br />

An Effective State Of Mind, May 1998<br />

Cognitive Style & Riding Ability, April<br />

1998<br />

Moto-Voyeurism, March 1998<br />

Human Relations 101, February 1998<br />

Sensory Motor Satori, January 1998<br />

The Importance Of Visualization,<br />

December 1997<br />

Expert Opinions, November 1997<br />

Sleepless (And Bikeless) In Knoxville,<br />

October 1997<br />

Two Heads Are Better Than One, Part<br />

2: Integrating The Left Brain And<br />

Right Brain Into Your Riding,<br />

September 1997<br />

Two Heads Are Better Than One, Part<br />

1: Riding Styles Of The Left Brain<br />

vs. The Right Brain, August 1997<br />

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<strong>Article</strong> <strong>Index</strong>, <strong>1991</strong>-<strong>2007</strong><br />

Mental Motorcycling, continued<br />

Perfection, July 1997<br />

One Thing At A Time, June 1997<br />

Velocity Narcosis, May 1997<br />

Zen And The Art Of <strong>Motorcycle</strong><br />

Purchasing, April 1997<br />

Presence, Part 2: Taking A More<br />

Active Role On The Street,<br />

March 1997<br />

The Three Rs Of Motorcycling,<br />

February 1997<br />

Managing Anxiety, December 1996<br />

Brit Riders Are Better (And Here’s<br />

Why…), November 1996<br />

The Joy Of Maintenance, October 1996<br />

Presence, September 1996<br />

Race Face, August 1996<br />

The Bad Side: Fear, July 1996<br />

Mind And Body Integration Part 3:<br />

Visualization, June 1996<br />

Mind And Body Integration Pan 2:<br />

Kinesthetics, May 1996<br />

Mind And Body Integration Part 1: The<br />

Learning Phase, April 1996,<br />

Smooth: The False Promise,<br />

March 1996<br />

Maximizing Control Part 3:<br />

Concentration-The Life Saver,<br />

February 1996<br />

Maximizing Control Part 2: Critical<br />

Thinking Skills, January 1996<br />

Maximizing Control: Part 1,<br />

December 1995<br />

Open Road<br />

Your Honor, December <strong>2007</strong><br />

Batteries 101, November <strong>2007</strong><br />

The Perfect Addition, October <strong>2007</strong><br />

Freddie School, September <strong>2007</strong><br />

Bling II, August <strong>2007</strong><br />

Camshafts, July <strong>2007</strong><br />

Bling, June <strong>2007</strong><br />

Good Old Days?, May <strong>2007</strong><br />

Perfect Practice, April <strong>2007</strong><br />

The Law Of Attraction, March <strong>2007</strong><br />

Weekend Warrior, February <strong>2007</strong><br />

Fit, January <strong>2007</strong><br />

MPG, December 2006<br />

Gearhead Time, November 2006<br />

Pipes, October, 2006<br />

Perspectives, September 2006<br />

Predictability, August 2006<br />

Future Planning, July 2006<br />

Press Junkets, June 2006<br />

Coming Attractions, May 2006<br />

Track Time, April 2006<br />

Resolutions, March 2006<br />

psss…, February 2006<br />

Rebels, January 2006<br />

Stress Tonic, December 2005<br />

Learning, November 2005<br />

Ride-Away, October 2005<br />

18 MOTORCYCLE CONSUMER NEWS<br />

Superstition, September 2005<br />

Rider’s Intuition, August 2005<br />

Creative Expression, July 2005<br />

Brakes, June 2005<br />

Wheels, May 2005<br />

Knowledge, April 2005<br />

Awakenings, March 2005<br />

The Apprentice, February 2005<br />

Breakthroughs, January 2005<br />

Pilgrimage, December 2004<br />

Choices, November 2004<br />

Back To School, October 2004<br />

Respect, August 2004<br />

The Numbers Game, July 2004<br />

Planned Obsolescence, June 2004<br />

Bike Week, May 2004<br />

Peak Experiences, April 2004<br />

DIY, March 2004<br />

Faster, Slowly, February 2004<br />

Supermotards, January 2004<br />

Alligators, December 2003<br />

Secret Knowledge, November 2003<br />

Season of Changes, October 2003<br />

Tea Time, September 2003<br />

R&R, August 2003<br />

Wanderlust, July 2003<br />

Beginnings, June 2003<br />

Timing, May 2003<br />

Units, April 2003<br />

Now, March 2003<br />

Wrenching En Espana, February 2003<br />

California Superbike School, Levels 1<br />

& 2, January 2003<br />

BMW/Edelweiss Alpine Editors’ Tour,<br />

December 2002<br />

Lest We Forget, November 2002<br />

Flights Of Fancy, October 2002<br />

Monkey Butt, September 2002<br />

Projects, August 2002<br />

Testing, July 2002<br />

Credit, June 2002<br />

Engine Songs, May 2002<br />

Choosing, April 2002<br />

Touching The Past, March 2002<br />

An Affair To Remember, February 2002<br />

Logistics, January 2002<br />

Touring In Tuscany, December 2001<br />

Fear, November 2001<br />

Model Year-End Clearance,<br />

October 2001<br />

Truth Or Consequences,<br />

September 2001<br />

Traffic, August 2001<br />

Flowing, July 2001<br />

The Long Haul, June 2001<br />

Mods And Rockers, May 2001<br />

Brit Bikes, April 2001<br />

Back On The Horse, March 2001<br />

Hot Laps, Cold Tires, February 2001<br />

Then And Now, January 2001<br />

Meaningless Motorcycling,<br />

December 2000<br />

The Road Less Traveled,<br />

November 2000<br />

Riding Alone, October 2000<br />

Reader Survey Results, September 2000<br />

Fantasies, August 2000<br />

It’s A Wrap!, July 2000<br />

Peace and Tranquility Found On The<br />

Road, June 2000<br />

Starting Out, May 2000<br />

Performance <strong>Index</strong><br />

Winter ’06/’07 Edition, January <strong>2007</strong><br />

Winter ’05/’06 Edition, January 2006<br />

Winter ’04/’05 Edition, January 2005<br />

Spring 2003, April 2003<br />

Winter 2003, December 2003<br />

Model Specifications, Measured Data,<br />

Performance And Ratings Updates,<br />

May & December 2002<br />

Model, Specifications, Measured Data,<br />

Performance and Ratings, June 2001<br />

Model, Specifications, Measured Data,<br />

Performance Ratings February and<br />

June 2000<br />

Spring ’99 Edition, February 1999<br />

Summer ’99 Edition, June 1999<br />

Winter ’99 Edition, October 1999<br />

Spring 1998 Edition, February 1998<br />

Summer 1998 Edition, June 1998<br />

Winter 1998 Edition, October 1998<br />

Product Comparisons<br />

Popular GPS Units Compared: Garmin<br />

StreetPilot 2720 vs. TomTom Rider<br />

vs. Lowrance iWay 500c, April <strong>2007</strong><br />

12 V Mini Pumps Battle!<br />

November 2006<br />

Packable Stretch Half-Coyer<br />

Comparison: Geza vs. Nelson-Rigg,<br />

July 2006<br />

Moisture Management, February 2006<br />

Tire Pressure Gauges, November 2005<br />

Tank Grip Panels Compared,<br />

June 2005<br />

Grip Clips Compared, June 2005,<br />

Bike-Mounted GPS: Garmin StreetPilot<br />

2610 Vs. Magellan Roadmate 700,<br />

October 2004<br />

Butt Seriously, Folks: Seats, May 2004<br />

Modular Helmet Update, April 2004<br />

All-Purpose Jackets, February 2004<br />

Leather Care, January 2004<br />

Removing Stripped Nuts & Bolts,<br />

June 2003<br />

Vented/Mesh Riding Jackets, July 2002<br />

Tubeless Tire Repair Kits & Inflators,<br />

March 2002<br />

Scratch Removers, October 2001<br />

Chain Lubes, September 2001<br />

Modular Helmets, July 2001<br />

Carburetor Jet Kit Comparison,<br />

May 2001


Product Comparisons, continued<br />

Automatic Battery Chargers,<br />

February 2001<br />

High-End Helmets, November 2000<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Computer Games,<br />

September 2000<br />

Multi-Tools For Bikers, August 2000<br />

Hand-Held GPS Units, April 2000<br />

Mid-Range Helmets, December 1999<br />

Trip-Planning Software, October 1999<br />

Riding Jeans, October 1999<br />

Flexible Fuel Camping Stoves,<br />

September 1999<br />

GL1500 Gold Wing Exhaust Systems,<br />

August 1999<br />

Heated Vests And Jacket Liners,<br />

April 1999<br />

Rider-To-Passenger Intercoms,<br />

December 1998<br />

Hand Cleaners, December 1998<br />

Bike-To-Bike Communicators,<br />

November 1998<br />

Tool Roll Comparo, September 1998<br />

Smart Chargers, July 1998<br />

One-Step Detailers, April 1998<br />

Plastic Polishes/Cleaners, January 1998<br />

Gold Wing Sidestands, January 1998<br />

Freestanding <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Enclosures,<br />

December 1997<br />

First Aid Kits (update), September 1997<br />

Plastic Repair Kits, August 1997<br />

Metal Polishes (update), July 1997<br />

Helmet Liners, June 1997<br />

Helmet Cleaners, June 1997<br />

Radar Detectors, March 1997<br />

Premium Helmets, January 1997<br />

Air Deflectors (Wind Wings),<br />

January 1997<br />

Trunk Kits, November 1996<br />

Tie-Downs: <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Bondage,<br />

November 1996<br />

Honda CBR600F2/3, November 1996<br />

Metal Polishes: Getting Rid Of The<br />

Blues, October 1996<br />

Sportster Carbs: Hogtied Horsepower,<br />

September 1996<br />

Map Pouches: Routing On The Fly,<br />

May 1996<br />

Motorcycling First Aid Kits,<br />

March 1996<br />

Anti-Fog Treatments: Vision Quest,<br />

February 1996<br />

Winter Gloves: Some Like It Hot,<br />

January 1996<br />

Psuedo-ABS, December 1995<br />

Air Pressure Gauges, October 1995<br />

One-Piece Cordura Riding Suits,<br />

September 1995<br />

High Performance Handwear, 22<br />

Models, September 1995<br />

Travel Planning Software Evaluation,<br />

July 1995<br />

Summer Riding Glove Evaluation,<br />

May 1995<br />

Ten Alarm Comparison, February 1995<br />

Winter Gauntlet Gloves,<br />

December 1994<br />

Helmets: Flip-Up Face Off, July 1994<br />

Bike-To-Bike Communicators,<br />

June 1994<br />

Picking (Choosing) A Lock, April 1994<br />

Cycle Care Formulas, October 1993<br />

Handy Air Lift, October 1993<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Cleaners, March 1993<br />

Now Hear This (Horns), September 1992<br />

No-Fault Braking (ABS),<br />

September 1992<br />

Yamaha TOM vs. BMW R100GS,<br />

May 1992<br />

The High Cost Of Crashing,<br />

January 1992<br />

Product Reports/<br />

Innovations Of The Month<br />

Marc Parnes Wheel Balancer,<br />

December <strong>2007</strong><br />

Jim Bade’s BMW R1100 and R1150<br />

Maintenance DVD, December <strong>2007</strong><br />

Fix My Hog DVDs, December <strong>2007</strong><br />

Brush-on Electrical Tape,<br />

December <strong>2007</strong><br />

G Zero Gas Tank Foam,<br />

November <strong>2007</strong><br />

Holiday Buyers Guide, November <strong>2007</strong><br />

Shoei Multitec Helmet, Space Bags,<br />

Sidi Socks, Airhawk Seat Pad,<br />

Master Lock Steel Cor Adjustable<br />

Bungee Cords, CRG Shorty Levers,<br />

Clamptite, Shock Sock, Seal Savers,<br />

Howard Leight Max Earplugs, Shoei<br />

RF1000 Helmet, Cycle Machine<br />

Works Tank Camera Mount, Setup<br />

Gran Prix H 2O Boots, Cortech Mini<br />

Tankbag, Dirt Wise DVD, GSG-<br />

Moto Footpeg Lowering Kit, Cat<br />

Crap, Blood, Sweat and Second<br />

Gear: More Medicine for<br />

Motorcyclists, Biker Skincare<br />

Products, Lee Parks Design Phase-<br />

Change Interface Gloves, Silver<br />

Eagle Outfitters Cooling Shirts,<br />

Aerostich Emergency Boot Rain<br />

Covers, Dual Star Kawasaki KLR650<br />

Oversized Front Brake Rotor Kit,<br />

Happy Trails Panniers, Wolfman<br />

Dual-Sport Tankbag, Skyway FJR<br />

Hydration System, Facom Tool Set,<br />

Silencio Soft Foam Disposable<br />

Earplugs, Laminar Lip, Piggyback<br />

Straps, Beadrider, Formotion Classic<br />

Stick-On Thermometer, Sidi On-<br />

Road Sympatex Boots<br />

Summit Racing Fluid Transfer Pump,<br />

October <strong>2007</strong><br />

Piggyback Straps, October <strong>2007</strong><br />

Aerostich Titanium “Tar Arns,”<br />

October <strong>2007</strong><br />

Bull Frog Corrosion Inhibitors,<br />

September <strong>2007</strong><br />

Jim Bade’s BMW R1200 Series<br />

Maintenance DVD, September <strong>2007</strong><br />

HJC AC-12 Helmet, September <strong>2007</strong><br />

Sato Rearsets, September <strong>2007</strong><br />

Bike Brite Moto-Mask, August <strong>2007</strong><br />

Zero Gravity Windscreen, August <strong>2007</strong><br />

Scorpion Sports Photochromic Face<br />

Shield, July <strong>2007</strong><br />

Peet Multi Dryer, July <strong>2007</strong><br />

Turn A Bike, June <strong>2007</strong><br />

Mechanic’s Stethoscope, June <strong>2007</strong><br />

CRG Folding Brake And Clutch<br />

Levers, May <strong>2007</strong><br />

Pit Bull Tire Tree, May <strong>2007</strong><br />

Garmin Zumo 550: First GPS Made<br />

Just For Motorcyclists, May <strong>2007</strong><br />

Motion Pro Magnetic Finger Glove,<br />

April <strong>2007</strong><br />

SW-Motech Aluminum Skidplate,<br />

April <strong>2007</strong><br />

Cortech LRX Ladies’ Sport Jacket,<br />

April <strong>2007</strong><br />

Grabber Heat Treat Hand And Foot<br />

Warmers, April <strong>2007</strong><br />

Scorpion EXO-700 Helmet, April <strong>2007</strong><br />

Heli Triple Clamp for 2006 and <strong>2007</strong><br />

Yamaha FJR1300A/AE, March <strong>2007</strong><br />

Zard Exhausts, March <strong>2007</strong><br />

Grifter License Plate Storage<br />

Compartment, March <strong>2007</strong><br />

Master Lock Steelcor Cam Lok<br />

Adjustable Bungee Cords,<br />

March <strong>2007</strong><br />

SOKz, February <strong>2007</strong><br />

Tourist Trophy Video Game for<br />

PlayStation 2, February <strong>2007</strong><br />

Scorpion RaceCase (helmet bag),<br />

February <strong>2007</strong><br />

Continental Sport Attack and Road<br />

Attack Tires, February <strong>2007</strong><br />

OGK FF4 Helmet, February <strong>2007</strong><br />

Belstaff Adventure Jacket,<br />

February <strong>2007</strong><br />

Clamptite, January <strong>2007</strong><br />

K&L Tire Tamer, December 2006<br />

Hunter Flat Bars, December 2006<br />

Holiday Buyer’s Guide,<br />

November 2006<br />

Knipex Pliers Wrench, Wilbers<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Suspension Technology<br />

(book), Ducati Desmodue/Demotre<br />

Maintenance and Modification Guide<br />

(book), Surplus 10-piece Carbide<br />

Rotary File Kit, Tech Sox High-Tech<br />

Boot Socks, Panoptx Velocity CV<br />

Glasses, DuPont Chain Lube (Teflon<br />

Multi-Use Lubricant), Garmin<br />

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Product Reports/Innovations Of The<br />

Month, continued<br />

StreetPilot i5, HVMP Bar End<br />

Weights, GPR Steering Stabilizer,<br />

Techspec High Fusion <strong>Motorcycle</strong><br />

Grip Skins, Panasonic Lumix DMC-<br />

FZ7 Camera, Throttlemeister, Speed<br />

Bleeder, Battery Minder Plus, Muzzy<br />

Radiator Fans, HJC Windlight,<br />

Timbuk2 Bags, Street Race Parts<br />

LEDs, Dynojet Power Commander<br />

III, Stebel Nautilus Horn, SJL<br />

Products Quick Stand, Tilley<br />

Endurables T3 Hat, Outdoor Research<br />

Seattle Sombrero, Aerostich Bag-A-<br />

Hat, Aerostich Utility Kit, Aerostich<br />

Care Kit, World’s Fastest Indian<br />

DVD<br />

Pitcrew Racing Scanner,<br />

November 2006<br />

Chicago Electric Plastic Welding Kit,<br />

October 2006<br />

Dyna Beads (Tire Balancer),<br />

October 2006<br />

Ctek Multi US-3300 Battery Charger,<br />

September 2006<br />

Icon Recon Pants, September 2006<br />

Icon Super-Duty Gloves,<br />

September 2006<br />

Nelson-Rigg CL-150 Expandable Tail<br />

Pack, September 2006<br />

Slime Power Sport Tire Inflator,<br />

September 2006<br />

Aerostich Clear View (Face Shield<br />

Cleaner), August 2006<br />

Chill Out! Designs Cool Vest,<br />

August 2006<br />

OSI Sports Crown Cool’r (Fabric Disk<br />

Worn Between Head and Helmet),<br />

August 2006<br />

Snap-On Pliers Wrench, August 2006<br />

Michelin Pilot Road Tires For<br />

Adventure-Touring Bikes, July 2006<br />

Wilbers CSC Steering Damper,<br />

July 2006<br />

Cycle C Retro-Reflective Waterproof<br />

Jacket, June 2006<br />

Google Earth, June 2006<br />

Monkey Ass Leather Boots, June 2006<br />

Gerbing’s Heated Socks, May 2006<br />

Moto-Sport Panniers, May 2006<br />

Plastex Plastic Repair, May 2006<br />

Scala Rider Cell Phone Helmet<br />

Headset, April 2006<br />

Bike Grab, March 2006<br />

Gojo Hitactile Gloves, February 2006<br />

J-B Stik, February 2006<br />

Mr. Moto Products Super Concentrated<br />

Wash, February 2006<br />

Sportvue MC2, February 2006<br />

Cyclecat UCSI Rear Stand,<br />

January 2006<br />

20 MOTORCYCLE CONSUMER NEWS<br />

Long Distance Accessories for the<br />

GL1800, January 2006<br />

Mac Tools Protective Socket Set,<br />

January 2006<br />

Holiday Buyer’s Guide, December<br />

2005 Aerostich Roadcrafter Suit,<br />

Torq-It Speed Driver, H-D FXRG<br />

Leather Gloves, Joe Rocket Blaster<br />

Perforated Leather Pants, Sidi Strada<br />

Tepor Evo Boots, Garmin Quest 2,<br />

Magnetic Pick-Up Tool,<br />

CyclePump’s EEZ Air Tire Gauge,<br />

Motorola Bluetooth Helmet Headset,<br />

Going the Extra Mile (book), Helen<br />

Twowheel’s Mesh Bag, Lee Parks’<br />

DeerTours Gloves, BeadRider, IXS<br />

Star Boots, On the Move:<br />

Transportation and the American<br />

Story (book), Eureka Sunrise 8 Tent,<br />

Sears Craftsman Four-piece Double<br />

Box Ratcheting Wrench Set, Tour<br />

Master Cortech Saddlebags,<br />

Boeshield T-9 Rust and Corrosion<br />

Protection, Nite Ize LED Reflector,<br />

Boudreaux’s Butt Paste, Pro-grip<br />

Replacement Grips and Lever Skins,<br />

Targa Lever Lock, Ultimate<br />

Universal Head Wear, 90° Valve<br />

Stem, Wickers Wicking Boxers,<br />

PIAA 1000s Driving lights and<br />

Reflective Patches, Aerostich Elkskin<br />

Gauntlet Gloves, Techniche<br />

Evaporative Cooling Vest, Aerostich<br />

Fleece Bags, Oregon Road and<br />

Recreation Atlas Second Edition,<br />

LED Taillight Conversion, Dual Star<br />

Heated Grips, Avon Gripster Tyres,<br />

Brake! LED Taillight, Nolan X-1002<br />

Modular Helmet<br />

LP Racing Helmet Strap, December 2005<br />

Profi C.A.T. Chain Alignment Tool,<br />

December 2005<br />

HS-20 Helmet Speakers, November 2005<br />

Lowrance iWay 500c GPS,<br />

November 2005<br />

Wilbers Premium Shocks,<br />

November 2005<br />

Raytek Autopro Laser Thermometer,<br />

October 2005<br />

SW-Motech Quick-Lock Tankbag,<br />

October 2005<br />

Trail Tech <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Performance<br />

Computer, October 2005<br />

Cruiserwork’s Coolrider T-Shirt,<br />

September 2005<br />

Harley-Davidson FXRG Carbon Kevlar<br />

Helmet, September 2005<br />

Harley-Davidson FXRG Women’s<br />

Jacket & Pants, September 2005<br />

Snap-On MG31 Magnesium 3/8"<br />

Impact Wrench, September 2005<br />

SpeedoHealer, September 2005<br />

Thermotec Exhaust Insulation Wrap,<br />

September 2005<br />

Air Force Blaster, August 2005, 48<br />

Alpinestars SMX-6 Gloves, August 2005<br />

Lightening Your Digital Load,<br />

August 2005<br />

Monstrack Mirrors, August 2005<br />

Nightstar Battery-Less Flashlight,<br />

July 2005<br />

Pit Bull Forward Handle Rear Stand,<br />

July 2005<br />

Stealth Backrest For ST1300, July 2005<br />

Tour Performance Handlebar Relocator<br />

For ST1300 and Yamaha FJR,<br />

July 2005<br />

Du Pont Teflon Multi-Use Lubricant,<br />

May 2005<br />

IXS Sheila Jacket & Cadiz Pants,<br />

May 2005<br />

Joe Rocket GPX One-Piece Leathers,<br />

May 2005<br />

Joe Rocket Alter Ego Pants, May 2005<br />

Kisa ChargeGuard, April 2005<br />

Cold Heat Soldering Tool, April 2005<br />

Pila GL3 Tactical Flashlight, April 2005<br />

Windbender Electric Windshield For<br />

GL1500/1800, April 2005<br />

Laser Lines Alignment Tool,<br />

March 2005<br />

Bead Popper, February 2005<br />

Cruztool.5 Outback’r M14,<br />

February 2005<br />

“Cheater” Riding Glasses,<br />

January 2005<br />

Alpinestars T-Stunt Air-Flo Jacket,<br />

January 2005<br />

SSG Horseman Gloves, January 2005<br />

Christmas Wish List, December 2004<br />

Clymer Manuals, December 2004<br />

Shock Turnsignals, December 2004<br />

Smartire, December 2004<br />

Panoptx Prescription Rider Eyewear,<br />

November 2004<br />

Stanley Alpine Titanium Trail Irons,<br />

November 2004<br />

Spiegler LSL Handlebar Conversion,<br />

October 2004<br />

Anti-Monkey Butt Powder,<br />

September 2004<br />

Frogg Toggs Rainsuit, September 2004<br />

HJC AC-11 Helmet, September 2004<br />

Joe Rocket Alter Ego Jacket,<br />

September 2004<br />

Joe Rocket Sahara Vest,<br />

September 2004<br />

Screamin’ Meanie 220, September 2004<br />

Kouba Lowering Links For BMW<br />

F650GS, August 2004<br />

Scorpio SR-1500 FM Two-Way<br />

Security System, August 2004<br />

Wunderlich Adjustable Hand Levers<br />

For BMW F650GS, August 2004


Product Reports/Innovations Of The<br />

Month, continued<br />

The R-Cam, July 2004<br />

Yamaha Fuel Tank Rust Remover,<br />

July 2004<br />

Aerostich Ultralight Bike Cover,<br />

June 2004<br />

Wheeldock Self-Locking Wheel<br />

Chock, June 2004<br />

Archos mp3 Player And Rock Box<br />

Software, May 2004<br />

Rukka Air Power Riding Suit,<br />

May 2004<br />

Seat Jacks For BMW, May 2004<br />

Steel Braided Brake Lines For G11500,<br />

May 2004<br />

Gaerne ST Dry Touring Boots,<br />

April 2004<br />

Streetwavez License Plate Frame,<br />

April 2004<br />

ASV Y-Handle Wrench, March 2004<br />

HVPM Bar-End Weights, March 2004<br />

Baxley Sport Chock, February 2004<br />

Long Distance Accessories For The<br />

BMW K1200LT, February 2004<br />

Michelin Macadam Lox Sport Touring<br />

Tires, February 2004<br />

Stop & Go Pocket Tire Plugger,<br />

February 2004<br />

AirVantange Vest, January 2004<br />

Metzeler Roadtec Z6 Sport-Touring<br />

Tires, January 2004<br />

Showchrome <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Mat,<br />

January 2004<br />

Riderlight, December 2003<br />

Sidi Sympatex Boots, December 2003<br />

Holiday Buyer’s Guide, December 2003<br />

SignalMinder Self-Cancelling<br />

Turnsignal Modules, BMW<br />

Comfortemp Jacket/Vest, Castrol<br />

SuperClean Waterless and Towelless<br />

Hand Cleaner, Tiny 12 V Air<br />

Compressor, Medical Information<br />

Carrier System, MBL Bar Relocators<br />

for GL1800, Brosh CoolMax Helmet<br />

Liner, Blood, Sweat, and Gears<br />

(book), Boostaroo Amplifier,<br />

Sportman LED Headband Light,<br />

Nikwax Glove Proof, CyclePump,<br />

Stop & Go Tire Plugger, Battery<br />

Doc, Yamaha Windscreen Cleaner,<br />

Tireqwik Tire Changing Tools, Sears<br />

Craftsman 7-piece Hex Key Set (T-<br />

Handle Metric), Chatterbox HJC-<br />

FRS Communicators, Track Day,<br />

Sears Craftsman Torque Wrench,<br />

3/8" drive, CRG Billet Clutch and<br />

Brake Levers, Superdials, Mean Gree<br />

Super Strength Cleaner and<br />

Degreaster, Motobags, Morgan<br />

Carbtune II, Schuberth Concept<br />

Helmet, ER-6 Hi-Fi Headset/<br />

Earplugs, Hat in a Bag, Paintgard,<br />

Under Armour, Helmet Hanger<br />

CarbMate From Motion Pro,<br />

November 2003<br />

Laminar Lip, November 2003<br />

Rok ‘Strap It’ System, November 2003<br />

Carbon Dream-Swingarm And Chain<br />

Guard With Integrated Hugger,<br />

October 2003<br />

Givi Top Case For The Yamaha<br />

FJR1300, October 2003,<br />

Joe Rocket Revolution Gloves,<br />

October 2003<br />

Rollastand, October 2003,<br />

‘Powerlet’ Power Outlets, October 2003<br />

Acumen Gauges For GL,<br />

September 2003<br />

Brosh Tech Ultra Cool K Mesh Jacket,<br />

September 2003<br />

Aerostich Sheepskin Saddle Pad,<br />

August 2003<br />

Marsee 25L Rocket Pocket Tankbag,<br />

August 2003<br />

Speed Rack Helmet Locker, July 2003<br />

Marsee Design Full Flow Jacket And<br />

Pants, July 2003<br />

Pirelli Diablo Tires, July 2003<br />

The Ventilator, July 2003<br />

Baker Built ‘Hand Wings’ For Honda<br />

GL1800 Gold Wing, June 2003<br />

Chatterbox Tandem-Pro Intercom,<br />

June 2003<br />

Nelson-Rigg RTB500 Tailbag,<br />

June 2003<br />

ReadyRamp, June 2003<br />

Slik Stand, June 2003<br />

Wheelspin, June 2003<br />

Sportman LED Headband Light,<br />

May 2003<br />

Hagon Suspension, April 2003<br />

H.A.R.D. (Helmet Assisted Radar<br />

Detection), April 2003<br />

Bed Bugs, March 2003<br />

DentOut B100, March 2003<br />

Avon Tyres, February 2003<br />

Fastbag, February 2003<br />

Garmin StreetPilot III, February 2003<br />

Progrip No-Fog Light Sensitive<br />

Faceshield Insert, February 2003,<br />

Techlusion R259 For BMW’s R1100,<br />

R1150, February 2003<br />

Wing Talker: Electronic Options For<br />

The GL1800, February 2003<br />

JC Motors Pop-Up Crate, January 2003<br />

Polar-Optics Polarized Lens,<br />

January 2003<br />

Rifle Windshield For The Yamaha<br />

FJR1300, January 2003<br />

ComforTemp Jacket/Vest,<br />

December 2002<br />

TailBlazer Flashing Taillight Bulb,<br />

December 2002<br />

Cock & Lock Throttle Control,<br />

November 2002<br />

Holiday Buyer’s Guide, November 2002<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Handling & Chassis<br />

Design, Motolights, HJC Sy-Max<br />

Helmet, Echo Quick-release Helmet<br />

Buckle, Carburetor Jet Kits, Joe<br />

Rocket Ventilated Jacket, BarEnder<br />

Bar End Weights, Rev Pack Tour<br />

Pack, Autumn Riders Denim Shirt,<br />

Discgear Discus, Lite Flare, AMA<br />

Collectible Buckles, Rok Strap It,<br />

RiderWearhouse Catalog, On The<br />

Back Roads, AirHawk Saddle Pad,<br />

Astro Digital Caliper, Pit Bull Bike<br />

Stand, Covercraft Pack-Lite<br />

Weathershield Bike Cover, JTS<br />

Children’s Cordura Jacket, Z Custom<br />

Leathers Z Road Racer Deer Traks<br />

Gloves, SLT Stop Lock Device, Joe<br />

Rocket Phoenix Gloves, Cyclecat<br />

Billet Alumninum RearSets, Tech<br />

Sox, Vortex Racing Gas Cap, Arai<br />

Astral Helmet, Nissin Clutch and<br />

Brake Master Cylinders, Zega<br />

Aluminum Touratech Panniers plus<br />

Mounting System, Combat Touring<br />

Boots, Kanetsu Electric Liner,<br />

Military Mess Kit, Coleman Feather<br />

442 Dual Fuel Stove, Dry Bag Duffel<br />

Bag<br />

Craftsman <strong>Motorcycle</strong>/ATV Jack,<br />

Model 50190, November 2002<br />

ER 6 Studiophonic Hearos,<br />

November 2002<br />

Metzeler ME880 Radials For Honda<br />

GL1800 Gold Wings,<br />

November 2002<br />

Extreme Outback Products: Tyrepliers,<br />

October 2002<br />

Intersport Fashions West Speedy<br />

Backpack, October 2002<br />

Razor <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Trailer, October 2002<br />

Givi Trunk For BMW R1150RT,<br />

September 2002<br />

Eastwood Polisher, September 2002<br />

MotorSport MS-1 Trailer,<br />

September 2002<br />

The Revolutionizer, September 2002<br />

Xena XM9 Alarm Lock,<br />

September 2002<br />

Kenwood AM/FM/CD/mp3 Installation<br />

In The BMW R1150RT,<br />

August 2002<br />

Master Python Loc Adjustable Locking<br />

Cable, August 2002<br />

Motion Pro 90° Carb Adjusting<br />

Screwdriver, August 2002<br />

MR Communications Shelf For The<br />

Honda ST1100, August 2002<br />

Parabellum Windshield For R1150RT,<br />

August 2002<br />

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Month, continued<br />

Radar Screamer, August 2002<br />

Gunson Digital Gastester, July 2002<br />

Medical Information Carrier System,<br />

July 2002<br />

Stongard Tank Protector, July 2002<br />

Givi Windshield For Yamaha FZ-1,<br />

June 2002<br />

SignalMinder Self-Cancelling<br />

Turnsignal Module, June 2002<br />

BarEnter Bar End Weights, May 2002<br />

Super-Visor, May 2002<br />

Gerbing Union Ridge Heated Suit,<br />

April 2002<br />

Nolan X-Lite X-901 Helmet,<br />

April 2002<br />

DIGI Digital Gear Indicator,<br />

March 2002<br />

Oxtar Gore-Matrix Boots, March 2002<br />

Lite Flare, March 2002<br />

Echo Quick-Release Helmet Buckles,<br />

February 2002<br />

Evoluzione Clutch Slave Cylinders For<br />

Aprilias And Ducatis, February 2002<br />

Nelson-Rigg CMB-300 Tankbag,<br />

February 2002<br />

Protune Earphone Enhancer,<br />

February 2002<br />

Firstgear Kilimanjaro II Riding Suit,<br />

January 2002<br />

Roadgear Hi-Tech Digital Tire Pressure<br />

Gauge, January 2002<br />

Tour Master, Cold Front Gloves,<br />

January 2002<br />

Cybersport Pants, December 2001<br />

Escort Passport Radar Detector,<br />

December 2001<br />

Gaerne Strada Boots, December 2001<br />

Mac Tools Micro Tough Ratchets,<br />

December 2001<br />

Holiday Buyer’s Guide, November 2001<br />

LA Chock, Clearview Face Shield<br />

Cleaner, Chasing Che, Craftsman<br />

Mini Diamond Sharpener, Back-A-<br />

Line Support Belt, Techna Spinnaker<br />

Sunglasses, Seat Hooks, Marsee<br />

Cooling Vest, Eagle Creek<br />

Retactable Cable Lock, Street<br />

Strategies (book), Leight Earplugs,<br />

Olympus C-3000 Zoom Digital<br />

Camera, Sharp Wizard Electronic<br />

Organizer, GIVI A600 Windshield,<br />

Outdoor Research Stuff Sacks,<br />

Motosport Penta Rain Jacket and<br />

Pants, Held 2277 Gloves, RKA<br />

Tankbag, Airhawk Seat Cushion by<br />

Roho, NEP Throttle Lock<br />

Fitch Fuel Catalyst, November 2001<br />

Castrol Super Clean WaterLess and<br />

TowelLess Hand Cleaner,<br />

November 2001<br />

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Joe Rocket Phoenix Ventilated Jacket,<br />

November 2001<br />

Aerostich Hi- Viz Roadcrafter Riding<br />

Suit, October 2001<br />

Discgear Discus 20, October 2001<br />

The Glosser, October 2001<br />

Aerostich Eva-A- Wrappa,<br />

September 2001<br />

Miniature Garage Door Remotes,<br />

September 2001<br />

Twinmax Carburetor/Throttle Body<br />

Synchronizer, September 2001<br />

Hayden Krank Vent, August 2001<br />

Marsee Cooling Vest, August 2001<br />

Leo Vinci Slip-On And Full Exhaust<br />

Systems, July 2001<br />

Link Tools, July 2001<br />

Progressive Suspension GPS Gauge<br />

Pump, July 2001<br />

Back-A-Line Back Support Belt,<br />

June 2001<br />

Craftsman Work Bench with Powered<br />

Backwall, June 2001<br />

Baxley <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Trailer, May 2001<br />

BUGZ Performance Eyewear,<br />

May 2001<br />

Clearview, May 2001<br />

Documate, May 2001<br />

Diadora HZ Reflex Touring Boots,<br />

April 2001<br />

Muth Mirror Systems, April 2001<br />

Wingers Air Gauge, April 2001<br />

Avon AM20/21 Roadrunner Tires,<br />

March 2001<br />

GearWrench Ratchet Adapters,<br />

March 2001<br />

Lightbrights, February 2001<br />

PanOptx Windless Eyewear,<br />

February 2001<br />

ST1100 H4 Bulb Adapter Rings,<br />

February 2001<br />

ST1100 Knee Pads, February 2001<br />

Zero Gravity Double Bubble<br />

Windscreen, February 2001<br />

Bridgestone Battlax BT010 Tires,<br />

January 2001<br />

SIDI GT Sympatex Boots,<br />

January 2001<br />

Motorex Helmet Clean, January 2001<br />

X-Out Damaged Screw Removers,<br />

January 2001<br />

Motolights, December 2000<br />

Rumble Strips, December 2000<br />

Viso-Clean Wipes, December 2000<br />

The Absorber, November 2000<br />

Holiday Buyer’s Guide, November<br />

2000 Proficient Motorcycling,<br />

Hearos (earplugs), Arai RX-7RR<br />

Helmet, Throttle Rocker,<br />

Victorninox Swiss-Tool, Kevco-<br />

Stubbs Kidney Belts, CRG Hindsight<br />

Billet Bar-End Mirror, StonGard<br />

Headlight Shield, GotSpark, Helmet<br />

Guardian, ProHonda Cleaner &<br />

Polish, Progressive Tire Repair Kit,<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Screensaver, Aerostich<br />

Wind Triangle, Chase Harper<br />

Medium Compac Tankbag, Nolan<br />

N100 Helmet, Red Wing 4441<br />

Boots, <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Journeys through<br />

the Alps and Corsica (book),<br />

Olympus Stylus Epix Zoom 80<br />

Pocket Camera. Arai Signet GT,<br />

Aerostich Roadcrafter suit, Texport<br />

Tech No. 3 Gloves, Marsee Tankbag,<br />

Cargo Net, Flexweave Anti-Theft<br />

Cables<br />

Brosh Tex Cool Kevlar Summer Jacket,<br />

November 2000<br />

Hair Glove, November 2000<br />

LA Chock, November 2000<br />

Z Custom Leathers Vented Sport-<br />

Touring Gloves, November 2000<br />

H-D Leather & Suede Water & Stain<br />

Repellent, October 2000<br />

Moto-Sport Panniers, October 2000<br />

Rocket Locker Tailbag, October 2000<br />

Air-Lake Machine GL1500 Ignition<br />

Trigger Wheels, September 2000<br />

Cafe Racer Coffees, September 2000<br />

Dainese Back Protector,<br />

September 2000<br />

Tectron Leather Protector,<br />

September 2000<br />

Vi-Pro Visor Protection,<br />

September 2000<br />

Bohn Back Protector, August 2000<br />

Earplug Update: Still Our Hearos,<br />

August 2000<br />

Kevco-Stubbs Kidney Belts, August<br />

2000<br />

Sargent Seat For Ducati 748/916/996<br />

Monoposto And Bipostos,<br />

August 2000<br />

Shu-Band-It, August 2000<br />

EZ Cruise For Harley-Davidson,<br />

July 2000<br />

Domer Headcovers, July 2000<br />

Hot Grips, July 2000<br />

Macro Vision Pen Readers, July 2000<br />

MC Setup Cruise Control, July 2000<br />

Quick Stand, July 2000<br />

Wing Warmers, July 2000<br />

Alpinestars ST1 Gloves, June 2000<br />

Intuitive Race Products Frame Sliders,<br />

June 2000<br />

Kathy’s Cordura Bags For K1200LT,<br />

June 2000<br />

Living Arts A.M. Yoga For Beginners,<br />

June 2000<br />

Slap 185 Tire Accent Pen, June 2000<br />

Torq-It Speed Driver, June 2000<br />

CRG Hindsight Billet Bar-End Mirror,<br />

May 2000


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Month, continued<br />

Electrex USA Model RR51 Ducati<br />

Voltage Regulator/rectifier,<br />

May 2000<br />

Facom Adjustable Oil Filter Wrench,<br />

May 2000<br />

Mighty Mite Battery And Charger<br />

System For Ducatis, May 2000<br />

Pro Italia Clutch Slave Cylinder,<br />

May 2000<br />

Fasst Company Spoke Wrench,<br />

April 2000<br />

Progressive Suspension Lever Lock,<br />

April 2000<br />

Helmet Guardian, March 2000<br />

Pit Bull Forklift Converter, March 2000<br />

Bill Mayer Saddles, February 2000<br />

X-Treme Tape, February 2000<br />

Ultra Tech Belt Buckles, January 2000<br />

Bushtec Quantum Cargo Trailer (longterm<br />

test), January 2000<br />

Craftsman Ratchet Clamp Set,<br />

January 2000<br />

Direct Hits, December 1999<br />

Obenauf’s Boo! Oil, December 1999<br />

Plasti Dip, December 1999<br />

Securestart Instant Engine Starter,<br />

December 1999<br />

Stealth <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Security System,<br />

December 1999<br />

Throttle Rocker, December 1999<br />

Ramp Master #M12038,<br />

November 1999<br />

Holiday Buyer’s Guide, November 1999<br />

Tao of the Ride, Irvie Knee Sliders,<br />

<strong>MCN</strong> Subscription, Aerostich<br />

Unobtanium Elecric Vest, Carica<br />

Teluminator, AXO Mechanix<br />

Gloves, The Krutch, Z Leathers Deer<br />

Tracks Gloves, Fisher Space Pen,<br />

FirstGear Scout Boots, Cra-Z Soap<br />

Nebo 13-in-1, Wolf Straps,<br />

Kleenmaster Brillianize, Swiss-Tech<br />

Micro Technician, Spyderco 204 Tri-<br />

Angle Sharpmaker, Bates Touring<br />

Boots, The Racing <strong>Motorcycle</strong><br />

Thor Race Bags, November 1999<br />

Bates Fast Lane Road Racing Boots,<br />

October 1999<br />

Demon Performance Preload Adjusters,<br />

October 1999<br />

Flanders Brake Lever, October 1999<br />

Pro-Reel Worklight, October 1999<br />

204 Tri-Angle Sharpmaker,<br />

October 1999<br />

Blue Point Mini Vac, September 1999<br />

The Factory Fit Fastener Kit,<br />

September 1999<br />

California Designs Custom Handlebars,<br />

August 1999<br />

Dakota Multi-Tip Drivers, August 1999<br />

Highland Adjustable Triple-Strength<br />

Stretch Cords, August 1999<br />

Immobiliser <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Alarm,<br />

August 1999<br />

N-Line Cargo Trailer, August 1999<br />

Signalmatic SG-1, August 1999<br />

Dirtmetrix Fanny Pack, July 1999<br />

SRC Fork Brace, July 1999<br />

Cycle Duster, June 1999<br />

LP USA Timing Equipment, June 1999<br />

Add-Awn, May 1999<br />

GotSpark, May 1999<br />

Airman Pump, April 1999<br />

Knox Back Protector, April 1999<br />

At-A-Glance Safety Tire Valve Gauge,<br />

March 1999<br />

Clench Wrench, March 1999<br />

Deluxe Driving/Fog Light Kit,<br />

March 1999<br />

Honda ST1100 Dash Kit, March 1999<br />

Rack & Backrest For ST1100,<br />

March 1999<br />

Craftsman Flexible Magnetic Pick-Up<br />

Tool, February 1999<br />

Met-Vest (Safety Gear), February 1999<br />

The Krutch (Adjustable Stand),<br />

January 1999<br />

Gen Mar VFR800 Bar Risers,<br />

January 1999<br />

Nite Ize (For Mini Maglite),<br />

January 1999<br />

Vehicle Record System, January 1999<br />

Nebo 13-in-1 (Compact Tool),<br />

January 1999<br />

Fisher Space Pen, December 1998<br />

Uneek Product Chain Scrubber,<br />

December 1998<br />

Facom T5.L Locking Pliers,<br />

November 1998<br />

Misty Mate Pump, November 1998<br />

Holiday Buyer’s Guide, November 1998<br />

Battery Monitor, AMA membership,<br />

Techna Sunglasses, Dorfman-Pacific<br />

Safari Hat, Auburn Leathercare,<br />

Boostaroo Amp, California Helmet<br />

Liner Cleaner, Wolf Apron, <strong>MCN</strong><br />

Subscription, Dry Bag Duffel Bag,<br />

Spyderco Calypso Jr., Brillanize,<br />

Roto Ratchet, Battery Tender,<br />

Scottoiler, Tin/Zinc Plating Kit, Grip<br />

Heaters, Handy Lift<br />

Z Leathers Wash & Dry Jackets,<br />

November 1998<br />

Firstgear Solo Expedition One-Piece<br />

Suit, October 1998<br />

Fog City Ambertint Proshield,<br />

October 1998<br />

International Tool Boxes Rotavision,<br />

October 1998<br />

PTI Products Bike Bam, October 1998<br />

Airhawk Seat Cushion,<br />

September 1998<br />

BDI Vinyl-Coat, September 1998<br />

Camelbak Aerobak, September 1998<br />

Child’s Recreational Vehicle Riding<br />

Belt, September 1998<br />

Dakota Tools J-Wrench,<br />

September 1998<br />

Design B1ack And Gray Plastic Wheel<br />

Chocks, September 1998<br />

Head-Carn Helmet Camera Bracket,<br />

September 1998<br />

No Touch Products No-Glare Plus And<br />

Rain Shield, September 1998<br />

Outerwears Filtered Funnels,<br />

September 1998<br />

Sargent World Sport Seat for CBR600,<br />

September 1998<br />

Taffynackjes Maximum Security<br />

Lockdown, September 1998<br />

Tire Slick, September 1998<br />

Zipper Rescue Kits, September 1998<br />

Pit Bull Forklift Front Stand,<br />

August 1998<br />

Portable Tire Bead Breaker,<br />

August 1998<br />

Bell Advisory Staff Gear Bag, July 1998<br />

Frogg Toggs Pro Action Rainsuit,<br />

July 1998<br />

Covert Covers CovCov, July 1998<br />

CMI Inc. Road Strobe, July 1998<br />

SP Tools Universal Hose Pliers,<br />

July 1998<br />

Craftsman Speed-Lok, June 1998<br />

Hyper-Lites, June 1998<br />

GearWrench, May 1998<br />

Maxima Chain Wax, May 1998<br />

Bottom Of The Bottle Oil Recovery<br />

System, April 1998<br />

Koronis Parts Tool Holder, April 1998<br />

Zip-R-Strip, April 1998<br />

Scottoiler Chain Oiling System,<br />

March 1998<br />

Staintune High-Level Slip-On Muffler<br />

For VFR750, March 1998<br />

Sure Shot Atomizer, February 1998<br />

Telemulti Pick-Up Tool Kit,<br />

February 1998<br />

Wolf Straps, February 1998<br />

Arrow Head Direction Indicators,<br />

January 1998<br />

The BackOff Light Bar, January 1998<br />

Craftsman Grip Doctor, January 1998<br />

Kimpex Grip Heaters, January 1998<br />

Works Performance Shock For The<br />

Honda ST1100, January 1998<br />

Centipede Socket Holder,<br />

December 1997<br />

Track Mat, December 1997<br />

Warm Suit, December 1997<br />

BMW Active-Line Backpack,<br />

November 1997<br />

Eastwood Sidewinder U-Joints,<br />

November 1997<br />

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Pro Grips Model 780, November 1997<br />

SLT Stop Lock, November 1997<br />

Swiss-Tech Micro Tool, November 1997<br />

Whitehorse Personal Pocket Pad,<br />

November 1997<br />

Z Leathers Custom Deerskin Gloves,<br />

November 1997<br />

Scrubs Waterless Hand Cleaner<br />

Towels, October 1997<br />

Wolfman Tail Pak, October 1997<br />

Cruz Tool’s Great American Tool Kit,<br />

September 1997<br />

Doc Bailey’s Leather Care Products,<br />

September 1997<br />

Eastwood Tin/Zinc Electroplating Kit,<br />

September 1997<br />

Finish Line Easy Pro Pans Washer And<br />

Solvents, September 1997<br />

Kafka’s Kool Tie, September 1997<br />

Blue Coral Moto Black, August 1997<br />

EVS Ballistic Shock Block Jersey,<br />

August 1997<br />

Mag-Knight Magnetic Simple Sheet,<br />

August 1997<br />

Moto-Tote Bike Carrier, August 1997<br />

Speed Bleeder Brake Valves,<br />

August 1997<br />

Holeshot Performance Brace Kit For<br />

The V-Max, July 1997<br />

MAAS Detailing Gloves, July 1997<br />

Max Polishing Systems Kits, July 1997<br />

Motomail, July 1997<br />

Auburn Leather Ventura Saddlebags,<br />

June 1997<br />

Finish Line Wetbrush, June 1997<br />

Art Express Pro Tourer Camera Bag,<br />

May 1997<br />

Dry Bag Saddlebags, May 1997<br />

Gerbing’s Heat-Troiler, May 1997<br />

Kriss Industries Hot Shot, May 1997<br />

Maxit Hotheads, May 1997<br />

Sargent Cycle Upholstery, May 1997<br />

Kryptonite Barbed Wire, April 1997<br />

Starr Socket Adapter, March 1997<br />

Line Head System E-Z Off,<br />

February 1997<br />

Kryptonite New York Chain/Abus 37<br />

Quick Disc Lock, February 1997<br />

Sidewinder Jeans, February 1997<br />

Di Blasi Folding Motorbike,<br />

January 1997<br />

K&L Supply MC450 Centerstand,<br />

January 1997<br />

Motion Pro Add Catch Tank,<br />

January 1997<br />

Streamlight, Inc, WoW Flashlight,<br />

January 1997<br />

Wolfman Cruiser Bags, January 1997<br />

CamelBak Unbottle System,<br />

December 1996<br />

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RKA Superspon Tankbag,<br />

November 1996<br />

No Chance Fuel Lock, November 1996<br />

Holiday Buyers Guide, November 1996<br />

Travelcade SaddleGel Seat For<br />

Sportsters, October 1996<br />

Wolfman Wolf Apron, October 1996<br />

Aerostich Fleecewear, October 1996<br />

Osprey Sportster Saddlebags,<br />

October 1996<br />

Z-Chain Oiler, October 1996<br />

Western Manufacturing Handy Air Lift,<br />

September 1996<br />

Fast Company Draggin’ Jeans,<br />

September 1996,<br />

Kermit’s Touring Chair, September<br />

1996<br />

W.F.M.C. Mini-Ratchet, August 1996,<br />

SuperTrapp For The H-D: Part 2,<br />

August 1996<br />

Breathe Right Nasal Strips, July 1996,<br />

Muddoff, June 1996<br />

Maverick Mountain Sidewinder Chaps,<br />

June 1996<br />

Motoport Body Guard, June 1996<br />

Bartels’ Gaskets For The Evo,<br />

May 1996<br />

Line Right By Rohm Performance<br />

Machine, May 1996<br />

Screaming Meanie Timer, May 1996<br />

Avon AV27/ST23 Sport-Touring Tires,<br />

April 1996<br />

Progressive Products Boa Constrictor,<br />

April 1996<br />

SuperBrace Helmet Bag, April 1996<br />

Aerostich Hard Armor, March 1996<br />

Backoff Brake Light Signal Module,<br />

March 1996<br />

Slater Bros, Brake Bleeder Banjo Bolts,<br />

March 1996<br />

Black & Decker Snakelight,<br />

February 1996<br />

J. C. Whitney Aluminum Folding<br />

Ramp, February 1996<br />

Techna Safety Glasses, February 1996<br />

CarCoon Bike Bubble, January 1996<br />

E-Z Riders Insulated Chaps,<br />

January 1996<br />

Galfer Brake Pads, December 1995,<br />

Emgo CBR Mirror, December 1995,<br />

Grunge Brush, December 1995,<br />

Maier Dual-Sport Mirror,<br />

December 1995<br />

Pocket Reference Guide, December 1995<br />

Quick Draw Camera Clip,<br />

December 1995<br />

Steelman Flexible Light, December 1995<br />

Two Toy <strong>Motorcycle</strong>s, December 1995<br />

White Bros. Tank Protector,<br />

December 1995<br />

DuPont Seal Skinz Waterproof MVT<br />

Socks, November 1995<br />

Multiview Convex Mirrors,<br />

November 1995<br />

Stark Off-Road Grips, November 1995<br />

Ian Smith Information <strong>Motorcycle</strong><br />

Reports, October 1995<br />

Kushitani Inner Suit, October 1995<br />

Jo’s Custom Creations V-Pac,<br />

September 1995<br />

Multivex Mirrors For Gold Wings,<br />

September 1995<br />

AeroCosmetics WashWaxAll,<br />

August 1995<br />

Aerostich Wind Triangle, August 1995<br />

D&P Hunter Enterprises Cycle Bracket,<br />

August 1995<br />

Electronic Resources Fuel Plus For<br />

BMW K-Bikes, August 1995<br />

Gousha Fastmaps, August 1995<br />

Kendon Big Bike Transport Dual Rail<br />

Trailer, August 1995<br />

Site Corporation No-Tip Trailer<br />

Protector, August 1995<br />

Twin-Air Liquid Dirt Remover And<br />

Liquid Power Filter Oil, August 1995<br />

Phantom Marine Bike Balls, July 1995<br />

One-Man Brake Bleeder, June 1995<br />

The Electrical Connection Battery<br />

Monitor, May 1995<br />

Canyon Dancer Bar-Harness,<br />

April 1995<br />

Aerostich Darien Jacket And Pants,<br />

March 1995<br />

Givi Fairing Windscreen, January 1995<br />

Givi Monokey Hard Luggage,<br />

January 1995<br />

Motad Nexxus Exhaust System,<br />

December 1994<br />

Race Tech Gold Valves ‘Cartridge<br />

Emulators,’ December 1994<br />

Rukka Overmitts And Overboots,<br />

November 1994<br />

Motowear International Riding Suit,<br />

October 1994<br />

Infinity Cycle Wiper, September 1994<br />

Super-Trapp For Harley-Davidson,<br />

September 1994<br />

Candlepower Headlight, July 1994<br />

Aerostich Roadcrafter Suit Seven-Year<br />

Road Test, July 1994<br />

Consolidated Racing Fasteners,<br />

July 1994<br />

National Cycle Streetshield GT,<br />

June 1994<br />

Motorcycho Grips, June 1994<br />

Pro-Grips Superbike Grips, May 1994<br />

Piggyback Kooler, May 1994<br />

Vent-Tech Overpants, April 1994<br />

Hella Hose Clamps, April 1994<br />

H-D Screamin’ Eagle Fork Brace,<br />

April 1994<br />

Firstgear Timbuktu Adventure Jacket,<br />

March 1994


Product Reports/Innovations Of The<br />

Month, continued<br />

Maverick Mountain ‘Sidewinder’<br />

Chaps, March 1994<br />

Ventura Sport Rack Luggage System,<br />

March 1994<br />

MSR Lite-Ning Pro Gore-Tex Pands<br />

and Cold Pro Gloves, March 1994<br />

Parabellum R1100RS Windshield,<br />

February 1994<br />

Moto-Pump Tire Inflator, February 1994<br />

Kwik Kamp Tent Trailer, January 1994<br />

Cycle Saver License Plate Frame,<br />

January 1994<br />

Cycle Shield (Cycle Storage System),<br />

December 1993<br />

Passport Radar/Laser Detector,<br />

December 1993<br />

Pro Sport Disc Lock, December 1993<br />

Cycle Spout, December 1993<br />

Suzuki Windshield For Inutruder<br />

Model, November 1993<br />

Suzuki Saddlebags For Intruder Model,<br />

November 1993<br />

Wells Cargo Cycle Wagon #TW101,<br />

November 1993<br />

The Gas Hog, November 1993<br />

Gerbing Electric Suit, October 1993<br />

Givi Luggage System, September 1993<br />

Hein Gericke “Corrales” Touring<br />

Jacket, August 1993<br />

Saeng Ultra System Winglets,<br />

August 1993<br />

B&G Cubby Hole Pouch For The<br />

Honda GL1500, July 1993<br />

SuperSmart Battery Tender, July 1993<br />

Aerostich Courier And Dispatch Bags,<br />

June 1993<br />

Snac-Pac “Mealtime Traveler,”<br />

June 1993<br />

Eveready Outdoor Area Light/<br />

Flashlight, May 1993<br />

Sidi Interstate Boots, May 1993<br />

‘Windshield Willy’s’ Wee-Willy,<br />

May 1993<br />

Vent-Tech Sport Gloves, April 1993<br />

Vent-Tech Sport GT Jacket, April 1993<br />

Passport 1000 Laser Detector,<br />

March 1993<br />

Passport 3200 Wideband Radar<br />

Detector, March 1993<br />

A&M Specialties Stoplight Safety<br />

Systems, February 1993<br />

Dontee T-Lift, February 1993<br />

Hondaline X-Road Backpack System,<br />

January 1993<br />

MS Racing Lite-Ning Pro I.S.D.E.<br />

Professional Jacket, January 1993<br />

MS Racing Pro-Camp Boots,<br />

January 1993<br />

MS Racing Pro-Comp Pants,<br />

January 1993<br />

MS Racing Pro-Comp Gloves,<br />

January 1993<br />

Scott Goggles, January 1993<br />

Shoei Safety Helmets FX-2 And VX-5,<br />

January 1993<br />

Anchor Bike Covers, December 1992<br />

Baker Built Air Wing Products,<br />

November 1992<br />

Eclipse Fastpack Seatpack,<br />

November 1992<br />

Cocoon 4 Sleeping Bag System,<br />

October 1992<br />

Noj Ultrex Quiet Rider Helmet<br />

Closure, October 1992<br />

Escort Solo Radar Detector,<br />

September 1992<br />

MoTec Hinge Kit For BMW,<br />

September 1992<br />

Arai Signet XXXL Helmet,<br />

August 1992<br />

BMW Flat Repair Kit, August 1992<br />

Olympus Stylus Camera, August 1992<br />

Snake Oil (Oil Additives), August 1992<br />

Eclipse Saddlepacks, July 1992<br />

LL Bean River Duffles, July 1992<br />

Metzeler ML2 Tires, July 1992<br />

Moto Wear Riding Suit, July 1992<br />

Helmets, July 1992<br />

Yuasa Batteries, Chapter 2, July 1992<br />

Fitting A Helmet Properly, July 1992<br />

Collett Communicator, May 1992<br />

Pro Lev’R Tire Wizard, May 1992<br />

B&G Seat Covers, April 1992<br />

Pro Sport Leathers, April 1992<br />

Ungo MC 2000 Alarm, April 1992<br />

Baker Built Air Wings, March 1992<br />

Radio Shack Pocket MultiMeter,<br />

March 1992<br />

Bushtec Trailer, February 1992<br />

Cross Country Comfort Cushions,<br />

February 1992<br />

Nady MSS-400 M/C Alarm,<br />

February 1992<br />

Sav-A-Helmet Holder, February 1992<br />

Radio Partners Earphones, January 1992<br />

OSI Compact MIC Cover, January 1992<br />

Road Rider’s Christmas Wish List,<br />

December <strong>1991</strong><br />

Automap Computer Atlas,<br />

December <strong>1991</strong><br />

Metzeler ML2 Touring Tires,<br />

November <strong>1991</strong><br />

Pack Jack And Pack Stands From<br />

American RD Products,<br />

October <strong>1991</strong><br />

BMW First-Aid Kit, Don’t Leave<br />

Home Without It, October <strong>1991</strong><br />

M/C Enterprises Helmet Lock<br />

Extensions, October <strong>1991</strong><br />

Faceshield Scratch Test, September <strong>1991</strong><br />

National Cycle Windshields And<br />

Fairings, September <strong>1991</strong><br />

Rev Pack Map Pack And Tool Pack,<br />

September <strong>1991</strong><br />

Pak-Rak II Full-Dress <strong>Motorcycle</strong><br />

Carrier, August <strong>1991</strong><br />

Travelcade Deluxe Velour Touring<br />

Seat, July <strong>1991</strong><br />

Bontronics Sidesland Interceptor,<br />

July <strong>1991</strong><br />

BMW Model “C” Rainsuit And Boot<br />

Covers, June <strong>1991</strong><br />

Prescription Goggles, Ellie Taylor,<br />

June <strong>1991</strong><br />

BMW Riding Leathers, May <strong>1991</strong><br />

Kryptonite Cable Lock, May <strong>1991</strong><br />

Bell M-2 Helmet, April <strong>1991</strong><br />

Cycle Vision <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Source List,<br />

April <strong>1991</strong><br />

Widder Eclipse Electric Vest<br />

Comparison Test, March <strong>1991</strong><br />

Widder Electric Gloves And Chaps,<br />

March <strong>1991</strong><br />

Corbin Roadmaster Touring Boots,<br />

February <strong>1991</strong><br />

Farnam Heated Grip Pads,<br />

February <strong>1991</strong><br />

Proficient Motorcycling<br />

Brake Points, December <strong>2007</strong><br />

Passenger Protocol, November <strong>2007</strong><br />

Did You Ever Wonder? October <strong>2007</strong><br />

Sensory Intelligence, September <strong>2007</strong><br />

Rider As Driver, August <strong>2007</strong><br />

Highway Hazards, July <strong>2007</strong><br />

Hot List 2, June <strong>2007</strong><br />

Cornering Zones, May <strong>2007</strong><br />

Vision Quest, April <strong>2007</strong><br />

Track Day Confidential, March <strong>2007</strong><br />

Hot List, February <strong>2007</strong><br />

Corner Braking, January <strong>2007</strong><br />

Riding Gear, December 2006<br />

Multitasking, November 2006<br />

Situational Awareness, October 2006<br />

Challenge Yourself, September 2006<br />

A Somber Snapshot, August 2006<br />

Rain Riding, July 2006<br />

Mentoring, A Guide To Being A<br />

Guide, June 2006<br />

FAQ, May 2006<br />

Shifting, April 2006<br />

Spring Fever, March 2006<br />

Blip Shift Technique, February 2006<br />

Timing: Getting It Right,<br />

February 2006<br />

Changes, January 2006<br />

Learning Curves, December 2005<br />

Season’s End, November 2005<br />

Blow Outs, October 2005<br />

Line Dancing, September 2005<br />

High Maintenance, August 2005<br />

Slow Motion, July 2005<br />

Failure To Communicate, June 2005<br />

Keeping The Love Alive, May 2005<br />

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Proficient Motorcycling, continued<br />

Common Mistakes, April 2005<br />

Body Language, March 2005<br />

Balancing Act, February 2005<br />

The Art Of Two-Upmanship,<br />

February 2005<br />

Driving Force, January 2005<br />

Group Riding Hazards, December 2004<br />

Risky Business Part 2, November 2004<br />

Risky Business Part 1, October 2004<br />

The Other Guy, September 2004<br />

Improving The Breed, August 2004<br />

Railroad Traps, July 2004<br />

Getting By, June 2004<br />

Fully Loaded, May 2004<br />

Construction Zone Hazards, April 2004<br />

Do Loud Pipes Really Save Lives?<br />

March 2004<br />

Bad Influence, February 2004<br />

Bad Habits, January 2004<br />

Sidecars, December 2003<br />

Limiting Factors, November 2003<br />

Child On Board! October 2003<br />

Shut Up And Ride? September 2003<br />

Night Riding, August 2003<br />

Breaking Point, Part 2, July 2003<br />

Breaking Point, Part 1, June 2003<br />

Traction Management, May 2003<br />

Animal Hazards, April 2003<br />

Pavement Problems, March 2003<br />

Watch Your Back! February 2003<br />

Live & Learn, January 2003<br />

Cornering Panic, December 2002<br />

Getting On Track, November 2002<br />

Tip-Over Trouble, October 2002<br />

Rain Dance, September 2002<br />

The Trendy Delayed Apex,<br />

August 2002<br />

Slow Going, July 2002<br />

Returning Riders, June 2002<br />

Surviving The Slab, May 2002<br />

Spring Thaw, April 2002<br />

Pillion Partners, March 2002<br />

Coming To Terms, February 2002<br />

Sportriding Series: Part 8: Acquiring<br />

Sport Riding Skills, January 2002<br />

Sport Riding Series, Part 7, Survival,<br />

December 2001<br />

Sport Riding Series, Part 6: Shifting,<br />

November 2001<br />

Sport Riding Series, Part 5: Load<br />

Transfer, Braking and Throttle<br />

Control, October 2001<br />

Sport Riding Series, Part 4: Cornering<br />

Techniques, September 2001<br />

Sport Riding Series, Part 3:<br />

Preparation, August 2001<br />

Sport Riding Series, Part 2: Sportriding<br />

Intelligence, July 2001<br />

Sport Riding Series, Part 1: An<br />

Introduction, June 2001<br />

Breaking Tradition, May 2001<br />

26 MOTORCYCLE CONSUMER NEWS<br />

Your Mission Today Is…, April 2001<br />

Countersteering, March 2001<br />

Being Seen In All the Right Places,<br />

February 2001<br />

Cops & Robbers, January 2001<br />

Know When To Fold ’Em,<br />

December 2000<br />

Expert Eyeballs, November 2000<br />

Dumb Ideas, October 2000<br />

Uphill Downhill, September 2000<br />

Sight Distance, August 2000<br />

Hanging With The Group, July 2000<br />

Avoiding The…Elephant, June 2000<br />

Mastering The Throttle, May 2000<br />

Spring Training, April 2000<br />

Quick Slop, March 2000<br />

Give Me A Sign (Oh, Lord!)<br />

February 2000<br />

Reading The Surface, January 2000<br />

Winter Stew, December 1999<br />

Coming Unglued, November 1999<br />

Road Rage, October 1999<br />

Ready For A Rig? September 1999<br />

Construction Ahead, August 1999<br />

Sharing The Ride, July 1999<br />

When You’re Hot, You’re Hot,<br />

June 1999<br />

Got Wind? May 1999<br />

Bad Habits, April 1999<br />

Right Pace/Right Place, March 1999<br />

Curbs Ahead! February 1999<br />

White Line Fever, January 1999<br />

The Lowdown On The Slowdown,<br />

December 1998<br />

Canyon Bites, November 1998<br />

Cornering Habits, October 1998<br />

Cornering Details, September 1998<br />

What Makes It Turn? August 1998<br />

What Keeps It Balanced? Part 2,<br />

July 1998<br />

What Keeps It Balanced? Part 1,<br />

June 1998<br />

The Proficient Attitude, May 1998<br />

We Don’t Care How You Do It Back<br />

Home, April 1998<br />

Freezing Your Gas On The Pass,<br />

March 1998<br />

When It Rains, February 1998<br />

Superslab Statistics, January 1998<br />

Suburb Survival, December 1997<br />

Backroad Bloopers, November 1997<br />

Delayed Apexing, October 1997<br />

Cornering Calisthenics…Slow, Look,<br />

Lean & Roll, September 1997<br />

Taking The Panic…Out Of Panic<br />

Stops, August 1997<br />

The Slow Ride, July 1997<br />

Traction Pancakes, June 1997<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Safety…Not! May 1997<br />

Tuning Up Your Skills, April 1997<br />

Reader’s Report: More Booby Traps,<br />

March 1997<br />

Let’s Get Loaded (Carrying Capacity),<br />

February 1997<br />

Moto Psychology (Handling<br />

Breakdowns On The Road),<br />

January 1997<br />

Eye On The Clock, December 1996<br />

The Second Rider, November 1996<br />

Wimpophobia, October 1996<br />

Batches Of Bikers, September 1996<br />

Quickest Ticket To The Daisy Farm,<br />

August 1996<br />

Pitfalls And The Cutting Edge,<br />

July 1996<br />

Animal Traps, June 1996<br />

Trap Lines, May 1996<br />

Snap-Jawed Intersections, April 1996<br />

Aggressive Drivers, March 1996<br />

Dodge City, February 1996<br />

Booby Traps, January 1996<br />

Braking, December 1995<br />

Frosty Follies. November 1995<br />

Fixing The Odds, October 1995<br />

Are You Hanging It Out Too Far?<br />

September 1995<br />

Blow Me Down, August 1995<br />

Heat Waves, July 1995<br />

Riding At Night, June 1995<br />

Cornering Lines: Part 2, May 1995<br />

Cornering Lines: Part 1, April 1995<br />

Steering, March 1995<br />

Cornering, February 1995<br />

Balance, January 1995<br />

Passing, December 1994<br />

Positioning, November 1994<br />

The British System, October 1994<br />

Riding Systems, September 1994<br />

Sidecar Savvy, Part 2, August 1994<br />

Sidecar Savvy, Part 1, July 1994<br />

Runnin’ Out Of Pavement, June 1994<br />

10 Tips That Can Save Your Life,<br />

May 1994<br />

Getting On The Gas, April 1994<br />

When Do I Get My Turn To Crash?,<br />

March 1994<br />

Rain Riding, Part 2, February 1994<br />

Rain Riding, Part 1, January 1994<br />

Taking The High Road,<br />

November 1993<br />

Ferocious Fidos, October 1993<br />

Deer, Oh Dear!, September 1993<br />

Getting Deeper Into Comers,<br />

August 1993<br />

Running Out Of Road, July 1993<br />

Booze, June 1993<br />

Braking, May 1993<br />

Swerving, April 1993<br />

Surface Hazards, March 1993<br />

The Superslab, February 1993<br />

Evasive Action, January 1993<br />

Urban Traffic Survival, Part 2,<br />

December 1992<br />

Traffic Survival, Part 1, November 1992


Proficient Motorcycling, continued<br />

Moto Commuters And The Ride To<br />

Work Day, July 1992<br />

Grading Your Teachers, June 1992<br />

Punching Through The Envelope,<br />

November <strong>1991</strong><br />

The Enemy, July <strong>1991</strong><br />

Professionalism In The Cockpit,<br />

June <strong>1991</strong><br />

Rider Training, March <strong>1991</strong><br />

Physical Motorcycling<br />

Saddle Secrets, December 2002<br />

Handling The Truth, November 2001<br />

Countersteering, January 2001<br />

Do You Hear What I Hear? Part 3,<br />

November 1999<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Ergonomics, Part 7:<br />

Footwork & Legwork, May 1999<br />

MC Ergonomics Part 6: Backrests,<br />

October 1998<br />

Getting In Shape To Ride, July 1998<br />

10 Safety/Maintenance Tips, Plus A<br />

Free One, July 1998<br />

Riding Impaired, April 1998<br />

MC Ergonomics, Part 5: Seat Mapping,<br />

April 1998<br />

Coldfinger, March 1998<br />

MC Ergonomics Part 4: Switchgear,<br />

January 1998<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Ergonomics, Part 3:<br />

Specific Solutions, November 1997<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Ergonomics, Part 2: The<br />

Lower Body, October 1997<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Ergonomics, Part 1: The<br />

Upper Body, September 1997<br />

Managing An Accident, August 1997<br />

Crash Padding Part 2: Headgear,<br />

July 1997<br />

Crash Padding Part 1: Suits, Boots And<br />

Gloves, June 1997<br />

When Is A Bruise More Than A<br />

Bruise? December 1996<br />

Do You Hear What I Hear? Part 2,<br />

July 1996<br />

After The Crash: Bodywork For The<br />

Rider, June 1996<br />

Do You Hear What I Hear? Part 1,<br />

June 1996<br />

Pushing The Envelope<br />

Cyber-touring; Farewell,<br />

February 1995<br />

Vision, January 1995<br />

Time And Distance, December 1994<br />

No Pain, No Gain, November 1994<br />

Carbon Dating, October 1994<br />

First Column, September 1994<br />

Rally & Event Reports<br />

Laguna Seca 2006, October 2006<br />

Iron Butt Rally 2005, December 2005<br />

2005 Laguna Seca Red Bull US GP<br />

Weekend, Monterey, CA,<br />

October 2005<br />

Iron Butt Association’s 2005 Omaha<br />

National Meet, August 2005<br />

Ed-Venture Touring: Stayin’ Safe With<br />

Larry Grodsky, January 2005<br />

2004 Laguna Seca World Superbike<br />

Weekend, Monterey, CA,<br />

September 2004<br />

Honda Hoot, September 2004<br />

2004 Americade, August 2004<br />

2003 Iron Butt Rally, January 2004<br />

Pancho Villa: Copper Canyon Tour,<br />

October 2003<br />

BMW’s 80th: An Alpine-Style<br />

Celebration Of The Marque,<br />

September 2003<br />

2003 Laguna Seca World Superbike<br />

Weekend, Monterey, CA,<br />

September 2003<br />

Adirondacks And Beyond <strong>Motorcycle</strong><br />

Tours, August 2003<br />

Riding Paradise-Lotus’ Corsica<br />

Sardinia Gold Tour, August 2003<br />

Best Of Brazil: Ayres Adventures,<br />

July 2003<br />

Daytona Bike Week 2003, May 2003<br />

The BMWRA Rally, November 2002<br />

Western Honda ST1100 Owners’ Club<br />

Rally 2002, November 2002<br />

The Utah 1088, November 2002<br />

NMT’s Cabot Trail Tour, October 2002<br />

2002 Laguna Seca World Superbike<br />

Weekend, September 2002<br />

20th Annual Americade, August 2002<br />

Freedom Tours’ Canyon Roads Tour,<br />

June 2002<br />

Daytona Bike Week 2002, May 2002<br />

Lotus Tour Of Tuscany: Letters From<br />

Tuscany, A Rider’s Diary,<br />

January 2002<br />

World Ducati Weekend: Ducati Revs<br />

America, January 2002<br />

Rising Star: STAR Touring and Riding<br />

Assoc., November 2001<br />

Laguna Seca World Superbike<br />

Weekend, September 2001<br />

1999 Laguna Seca World Superbike<br />

Race, September 1999<br />

1998 Laguna Seca World Superbike,<br />

September 1998<br />

1997 Laguna Seca World Superbike<br />

Race, October 1997<br />

Laguna Seca World Superbike Race,<br />

October 1995<br />

Daytona Bike Week, May 1995<br />

Americade (preview), April 1992<br />

20th Annual Griffith Park Sidecar<br />

Rally, January 1992<br />

Desmond Adventures AlpenTour,<br />

June <strong>1991</strong><br />

Ride To Work, May 1992<br />

Six long Rides (Endurance Events Are<br />

Not For Everyone), April <strong>1991</strong><br />

In The Crotona Tradition (Midnight<br />

Midwinter Madness), April <strong>1991</strong><br />

Toronto <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Show, April <strong>1991</strong><br />

Hill Climbs Ain’t What They Used To<br />

Be, March <strong>1991</strong><br />

Reader Forum<br />

Loud Pipes: A Right, a Safety Measure,<br />

or an Annoyance and a Threat?<br />

November 2001<br />

Dunlop D206 Tires, November 1999<br />

Reader Opinions On Topical Subjects<br />

Sturgis: For Better Or For Worse?,<br />

March 1997<br />

Reader Opinions On Topical Subjects<br />

And Questions: May, June, July,<br />

September, December 1996<br />

Re: Will Auto Or Synthetic Oils<br />

Damage Your <strong>Motorcycle</strong>?<br />

August 1996<br />

Re: Official AMA Position On<br />

Voluntary Sound Management,<br />

July 1996<br />

Re: Horsepower Restrictions,<br />

September 1996<br />

Harley-Davidson Windshield Failures,<br />

January 1995<br />

Driveshaft Failures In BMW K-Bikes,<br />

April 1994<br />

Harley Thunder Cigarettes,<br />

August 1993<br />

Metzeler ML2 Mileage Problems,<br />

May 1993<br />

Snake Oil: The Rebuttal, January 1993<br />

Ladies’ Bikes, December 1992<br />

Seating The Bead, November 1992<br />

One-Step <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Cleaners,<br />

October 1992<br />

Harley Drive Belt Dilemma,<br />

August 1992<br />

Vulcan Clutch Problems, July 1992<br />

Price vs. Service, June 1992<br />

Sport vs. Transportation, May 1992<br />

Rainsuits, April 1992<br />

Noisy Dunlops, March 1992<br />

Riding School Reports<br />

Streetmasters <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Workshops,<br />

April 2005<br />

Keith Code’s Wheelie School,<br />

January 2004<br />

MotoVentures Moves You Up,<br />

May 2003<br />

Two Days & 5000 Corners, The Keith<br />

Code School, September 2002<br />

Kevin Schwantz Suzuki School At<br />

Road Atlanta Raceway,<br />

February 2002<br />

American Supercamp, September 1998<br />

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Riding School Reports, continued<br />

Freddie Spencer’s High Performance<br />

Riding School, February 1998<br />

California Superbike School Levels 1-<br />

3, January 1998<br />

Safety School, February 1997<br />

SSTM Neo-Alpine Tour,<br />

September 1996<br />

Keith Code’s California Super Twins<br />

School, January 1996<br />

Street Strategy<br />

Hilltop Hazards, December <strong>2007</strong><br />

Precarious Pull Over, November <strong>2007</strong><br />

New Ride, October <strong>2007</strong><br />

Snake Bit, September <strong>2007</strong><br />

Head Check Hazard, August <strong>2007</strong><br />

Not Good To Go, July <strong>2007</strong><br />

Hidden Dangers, June <strong>2007</strong><br />

Unfamiliar Rides, May <strong>2007</strong><br />

One-Way Blunders, April <strong>2007</strong><br />

Changing Plans, March <strong>2007</strong><br />

Tight Squeezes, February <strong>2007</strong><br />

Sitting Ducks, January <strong>2007</strong><br />

Muddy Surprises, December 2006<br />

The <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Sandwich,<br />

November 2006<br />

Track Days, October 2006<br />

Lousy Lanes, September 2006<br />

Delusive Drivers, August 2006<br />

View Blockers, July 2006<br />

Sloppy Slowdowns, June 2006<br />

Turning Terror, May 2006<br />

Slippery Scenes, April 2006<br />

Side Street Sideswipe, March 2006<br />

Fixation Follies, February 2006<br />

Tire Traps (railroad tracks),<br />

January 2006<br />

Sunset Surprise, December 2005<br />

Slippery Crossings, November 2005<br />

Orange Barrel Blues, October 2005<br />

Contentious Commuting,<br />

September 2005<br />

Hasty Turns, August 2005<br />

Secret Sidestreets, July 2005<br />

Lane Stealers, June 2005<br />

Centerline Clarity, May 2005<br />

Buddy Bashing, April 2005<br />

Bestial Bashes, March 2005<br />

Beer Busts, February 2005<br />

Wet Deserts, January 2005<br />

Sideslips, December 2004<br />

Secret Stops, November 2004<br />

Rear Enders, October 2004<br />

Rainy Day Risks, September 2004<br />

Peremptory Passes, August 2004<br />

No Zone Neglect, July 2004<br />

Mixed Signals, June 2004<br />

Hasty Turns, May 2004<br />

Greasy Grates, April 2004<br />

Beastly Backroads, March 2004<br />

Barrel Rolls, February 2004<br />

28 MOTORCYCLE CONSUMER NEWS<br />

Side Street Surprises, January 2004<br />

Foggy Foolishness, December 2003<br />

Tire Sliders, November 2003<br />

Transit Tag, October 2003<br />

Stone Salvos, September 2003<br />

Steely Slideouts, August 2003<br />

Station Bumps, July 2003<br />

Rubber Knives, June 2003<br />

Midtown Mayhem, May 2003<br />

Lane Edge Lesson, April 2003<br />

Gravel Glides, March 2003<br />

Camber Clashes, February 2003<br />

Back End Bashers, January 2003<br />

Sideroad Skirmishes, December 2002<br />

Surprise Slowdowns, November 2002<br />

Renegade Rubbish, October 2002<br />

Railroad Traps, September 2002<br />

Battering Blasts, August 2002<br />

Bucking Bumps, July 2002<br />

Lumbering Lane Changers, June 2002<br />

Intersection Insults, May 2002<br />

Corrupt Curves, April 2002<br />

Last Looks, March 2002<br />

Passing Panic, February 2002<br />

Peppery Passes, January 2002<br />

Shark Repellent, December 2001<br />

Work Zone Woes, November 2001<br />

Blind Spot Blunders, October 2001<br />

Tar Snakes, September 2001<br />

Traction Trouble, August 2001<br />

Timber Trials, July 2001<br />

Side Street Sideswipe, June 2001<br />

Farm Road Foulups, May 2001<br />

Lethal Lefties, April 2001<br />

Enemy Edges, March 2001<br />

Macadam Muddles, February 2001<br />

Tire Tread Terror, January 2001<br />

Tricky Trucks, December 2000<br />

Double Trouble, November 2000<br />

Trespassing Turners, October 2000<br />

Taillight Trauma, July 2000<br />

Barking Bashers, June 2000<br />

Offramp Getoffs, May 2000<br />

Merging Maniacs, April 2000<br />

Pendulous Passes, March 2000<br />

Poor Predicting, February 2000<br />

Wind Wambles, January 2000<br />

Pushy Passengers, December 1999<br />

Signaling Slipups, November 1999<br />

Blinding Lights, October 1999<br />

One-Way Weasels, September 1999<br />

Rude Runners, August 1999<br />

Groovy Surprises, July 1999<br />

Turn Trouble, June 1999<br />

Tentative Turners, May 1999<br />

Rash Righties, April 1999<br />

Bouncing Boards, March 1999<br />

Freeway Jumpers, February 1999<br />

Center Strikes, January 1999<br />

Gravel Grovels, December 1998<br />

Diamond Jumpers, November 1998<br />

Hot Cords, September 1998<br />

Oily On, August 1998<br />

Stale Signals, July 1998<br />

Blind Spotters, June 1998<br />

Bus Blammers, May 1998<br />

Smokin’ Stops, April 1998<br />

Edgy Attitude, March 1998<br />

Wibble Wobbles, February 1998<br />

Road Gorp, January 1998<br />

Slick Stops, December 1997<br />

Touchdowns, November 1997<br />

Shocking Truths, October 1997<br />

Deep Trouble, September 1997<br />

Loose Turns, August 1997<br />

Detour Dumping, July 1997<br />

Slip Sliding, June 1997<br />

Woody Perils, May 1997<br />

Sandy Springs, April 1997<br />

Slip Sliding, March 1997<br />

Killer Corner, February 1997<br />

High Siding, December 1996<br />

Falling For You, November 1996<br />

Lane Crashing, October 1996<br />

Hidden Turners, September 1996<br />

Wet Bricks, August 1996<br />

Desperate Drivers, July 1996<br />

Arrow Slides, June 1996<br />

Bike Traps, May 1996<br />

Alley Alert, April 1996<br />

Passing Perils, March 1996<br />

Bumper Bikes, February 1996<br />

Bounding Bambis, January 1996<br />

Rolling Stops, November 1995<br />

Keep On Trackin’, August 1995<br />

Wet Bricks, July 1995<br />

Parking Lot Darters, June 1995<br />

White Curbs, May 1995<br />

Cars Waiting To Pull Out, August 1994<br />

The Hidden Left-Turner, July 1994<br />

The Basic Left-Turner, June 1994<br />

The Sleepy Commuter, May 1994<br />

The Rear-Ender, April 1994<br />

The Lane Changer, March 1994<br />

The Off-Ramp Dodger, February 1994<br />

The Creeper, January 1994<br />

“The Shark,” December 1993<br />

Survey Reports<br />

Yamaha FJR1300 Owners’ Survey<br />

Results, October <strong>2007</strong><br />

2006 Readers’ Survey Results,<br />

January <strong>2007</strong><br />

GL1800 Survey Results, June 2005<br />

Suzuki SV650 Owners Survey Results,<br />

December 2004<br />

Reader Survey Results, September 2004<br />

Twin-Cam Survey Report, March 2004<br />

Mechanic’s Survey Report,<br />

October 2003<br />

MC Insurance: Let The Buyer Beware!<br />

January 2003<br />

Triumph Triples, March 2002<br />

Oilhead Owners’ Report, June 2001


Survey Reports, continued<br />

Owners’ Report: Honda GL1500,<br />

December 1994<br />

<strong>MCN</strong> National Top 40 Dealer Survey<br />

Results, October 1994<br />

Owners’ Report: BMW K75,<br />

August 1994<br />

Owners’ Report: Honda ST1100,<br />

April 1994<br />

Owners’ Report: Kawasaki Concours,<br />

January 1994<br />

Owners’ Report: Yamaha Venture,<br />

November 1993<br />

Helmet Survey Results, June 1993<br />

Aftermarket Seat Survey Results,<br />

February 1993<br />

Rider Training Survey Report,<br />

October 1992<br />

Rider Training Survey Report,<br />

October 1992<br />

RReaders Rate Their Dealers, June 1992<br />

RReport Card Response, February 1992<br />

Guided <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Tours, October <strong>1991</strong><br />

The Little Stators That Failed!,<br />

June <strong>1991</strong><br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Tires, February <strong>1991</strong><br />

Survival Tips<br />

Tankbag Survival Kit, May <strong>2007</strong><br />

Finding Water, April <strong>2007</strong><br />

Technical<br />

Understanding Constant Mesh<br />

Transmissions, December 2006<br />

Understanding Charging Systems,<br />

December 2005<br />

Squatting Comfortably, April 2005<br />

Diving Lessons Part Two,<br />

February 2005<br />

Diving Lessons Part One, January 2005<br />

Exhaust Gases, Cats & EGAs:<br />

Converting Bad Into Good,<br />

September 2004<br />

Open Loop, Closed Loop And O2<br />

Sensors, August 2004<br />

What Is ‘Feel’? Part 3: Other Types,<br />

November 2003<br />

What Is ‘Feel’? Part 2: Comering,<br />

October 2003<br />

What Is ‘Feel’? Part 1: Brakes,<br />

September 2003<br />

Ducati 998 Testastretta Engine,<br />

February 2002<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Aerodynamics,<br />

January 2002<br />

Making Carburetors Obsolete,<br />

July 2001<br />

Rake & Trail Experiments, July 2001<br />

Understanding Helmet Safety<br />

Standards, July 2001<br />

BMW Integral ABS, June 2001<br />

Squat & Dive Part 3, May 2001<br />

Squat & Dive Part 2 (Chain Driven<br />

Machines), February 2001<br />

Honda GL1800 Technical Analysis:<br />

Reinventing A <strong>Motorcycle</strong> Icon,<br />

January 2001<br />

Squat & Dive Part 1, January 2001<br />

Factory Pro-Tuning, December 2000<br />

Spark Ignition, December 2000<br />

Shedding Some Light On Aftermarket<br />

Headlight Bulbs, October 2000<br />

Air Pressure vs. Tire Footprint<br />

Experiments, September 2000<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Geometry: Part 2,<br />

August 2000<br />

Dynojet Dynos, July 2000<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Geometry: Part 1, July 2000<br />

G.M.D. Computrack, May 2000<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Chassis Dynamics, Part 1:<br />

Tires, March 2000<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Electrical Systems, Part 2,<br />

March 2000<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Electrical Systems, Part 1,<br />

January 2000<br />

Used Bike Checklist, January 2000<br />

The Nuts & Bolts Of <strong>Motorcycle</strong><br />

Fasteners, October 1999<br />

Repairing Bent Rims, September 1998<br />

Suspension Basics, Part 2, August 1998<br />

Basics Of Advanced Composites,<br />

August 1998<br />

Evo Evolution, April 1998<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Aesthetics, Part 2: Styling<br />

Comparison, March 1998<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Aesthetics, Part 1: Raising<br />

The Standards Of <strong>Motorcycle</strong><br />

Styling, February 1998<br />

Suspension Basics Part 1: Force And<br />

Energy, November 1997<br />

Applied Aerodynamics Part 1: Cut And<br />

Paste, March 1997<br />

The Care & Feeding Of Your Pet<br />

Battery, February 1997<br />

In The Beginning…How New Designs<br />

Are Born, January 1997<br />

All That Glitters (Metal Plating),<br />

October 1996<br />

Yamaha’s Quest For Speed Through<br />

Aerodynamics, October 1996<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Brake Systems: Part 2,<br />

August 1996<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Brake Systems: Part 1,<br />

July 1996<br />

Mysterious Combustion, June 1996<br />

Carburetor Cleanup And Soup-Up,<br />

May 1996<br />

Carburetion Vs. Fuel Injection,<br />

March 1996<br />

The Camshaft Chronicle, February 1996<br />

The Truth About Compression Ratios,<br />

January 1996<br />

Under Pressure, Part 2: Turbo- and<br />

Supercharging, November 1995<br />

Under Pressure, Part 1: Ram Air.<br />

October 1995<br />

Reformulated Gasoline. September 1995<br />

Chain Of Fools, August 1995<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Aerodynamics Part 2:<br />

Theory And Application, June 1995<br />

Supercrankshaft, May 1995<br />

<strong>Motorcycle</strong> Aerodynamics Part 1:<br />

Historical Background, May 1995<br />

Australia’s Radical Six-Stroke Engine,<br />

April 1995<br />

Dynamometers, April 1995<br />

Hard Starting: The Case Of The<br />

Recalcitrant Starter, September 1994<br />

Gear Undercutting: Secrets of High-<br />

Performance Gearboxes,<br />

September 1994<br />

Understanding Bore And Stroke,<br />

July 1994<br />

The Truth About Carbon Fiber,<br />

June 1994<br />

Relays And What They Do,<br />

February 1994<br />

Race Tech Technical Edge Suspension<br />

Seminar, November 1996<br />

Superflow Advanced Engine<br />

Technology Conference, March 2000<br />

Touring Tips<br />

Riding In The Rain, October <strong>2007</strong><br />

Iron Butt Motel, June 2006<br />

Riding at Night, May 2006<br />

Tools, April 2006<br />

What’s In That Tankbag? March 2006<br />

Digestive Troubles, September 2005<br />

Refueling, August 2005<br />

Road Rage, July 2003<br />

Regulatory And Informational<br />

Highway Signs, March 2003<br />

Top 10 Ticket Avoidance List,<br />

February 2003<br />

Household Items, November 2002<br />

Keeping Your Cool, September 2002<br />

Preventing Tankbag Scratches, July 2002<br />

If An Accident Happens, April 2002<br />

Used Bike Value Guide<br />

Fall <strong>2007</strong> Edition, November <strong>2007</strong><br />

Summer <strong>2007</strong> Edition, July <strong>2007</strong><br />

Winter <strong>2007</strong> Edition, March <strong>2007</strong><br />

Fall 2006 Edition, November 2006<br />

Summer 2006 Edition, July 2006<br />

Spring 2006 Edition, March 2006<br />

Fall 2005 Edition, November 2005<br />

Summer 2005 Edition, July 2005<br />

Spring 2005 Edition, March 2005<br />

Winter 2004/2005 Edition,<br />

November 2004<br />

Summer/Fall 2004 Edition, July 2004<br />

Spring 2004 Edition, March 2004<br />

Winter 2003/2004 Edition,<br />

November 2003<br />

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Summer 2003 Edition, July 2003<br />

Spring 2003 Edition, March 2003<br />

Winter 2002 Edition, November 2002<br />

Spring 2002 Edition, April 2002<br />

Winter 2001 Edition, December 2001<br />

Summer/Fall 2001 Edition,<br />

August 2001<br />

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Winter 1999 Edition, November 1999<br />

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Summer 1998 Edition, July 1998<br />

Spring 1998 Edition, March 1998<br />

Winter 1997 Edition, November 1997<br />

Summer 1997 Edition, July 1997<br />

Spring 1997 Edition, March 1997<br />

Second Installment, November 1996<br />

Introduction To A New Feature,<br />

July 1996<br />

What’s New<br />

2008 Honda CBR1000RR,<br />

December <strong>2007</strong><br />

2008 Victory lineup, December <strong>2007</strong><br />

Kawasaki 2008 Sportbikes,<br />

November <strong>2007</strong><br />

New Harley-Davidsons, October <strong>2007</strong><br />

Suzuki’s 2008 Models, September <strong>2007</strong><br />

Victory Brings Its “Vision” To Life,<br />

March <strong>2007</strong><br />

Triumph Tiger 1050, January <strong>2007</strong><br />

Kawasakis for 2008(!), December 2006<br />

Suzukis for ’07: New GSX-R1000,<br />

Bigger Bandit, New ABS,<br />

December 2006<br />

<strong>2007</strong> BMWs, December 2006<br />

<strong>2007</strong> Ducati Multistrada And <strong>2007</strong> S4R<br />

Monster, November 2006<br />

<strong>2007</strong> Kawasaki Z1000, November 2006<br />

<strong>2007</strong> Yamaha Sport, November 2006<br />

Honda <strong>2007</strong> Models, Bagger<br />

VTX1800, Shadow Spirit 750,<br />

CBR600RR, October 2006<br />

<strong>2007</strong> Harley-Davidson CVOs,<br />

October 2006<br />

Yamaha V Star 1300 and C3 Scooter,<br />

September 2006<br />

Harley-Davidson for <strong>2007</strong>,<br />

September 2006<br />

Buell <strong>2007</strong> Model Lineup,<br />

September 2006<br />

BMW’s Latest for <strong>2007</strong>,<br />

September 2006<br />

Victory Cruisers, September 2006<br />

Volkswagen GX3, April 2006<br />

Buell XB-RR Factory Racer,<br />

April 2006<br />

BMW For 2006, February 2006<br />

30 MOTORCYCLE CONSUMER NEWS<br />

Ducati For 2006, February 2006<br />

Yamaha For 2006, January 2006<br />

Suzukis for 2006: Boulevard M109R,<br />

GSX-R600 and GSX-R750,<br />

December 2005<br />

Triumph For 2006, Bonneville,<br />

Scrambler, Revised Rocket III and<br />

New Daytona 675 Triple,<br />

December 2005<br />

Victory For 2006: Factory Tour And<br />

Jackpot Riding Impression,<br />

December 2005<br />

2006 Kawasakis Retuned Ninja ZX-<br />

10R, All-New 650R And Big ZX-14,<br />

November 2005<br />

Honda For 2006 CBR1000RR,<br />

Interceptor and 599, November 2005<br />

Harley-Davidson For 2006: Sportster,<br />

Dyna, Touring, Softail, VRSC, CVO,<br />

Buell For 2006: Lightning Long XB<br />

12ss Lightning XB 12Scg,<br />

October 2005<br />

What’s New from Yamaha for 2006:<br />

Roadliner, Stratoliner, Morphous<br />

Scooter, September 2005<br />

BMW Releases Details Of Their New<br />

K1200S Superbike, August 2004<br />

Model Update: 2004 Yamaha FJR1300,<br />

September 2003<br />

Hondas for 2002…and Beyond:<br />

ST1300/ST1300ABS, Interceptor,<br />

RCSI, CBR954RR, 919,<br />

November 2001<br />

2001 New Models, December 2000<br />

Honda Announces 1992 Lineup,<br />

November <strong>1991</strong><br />

Yamaha Adds Four New Models For<br />

’92, October <strong>1991</strong><br />

’92 BMWs Announced, October <strong>1991</strong><br />

BMWs, MC Bulletin, January <strong>1991</strong><br />

Kawasaki, MC Bulletin, January <strong>1991</strong><br />

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