Two Wheelers Magazine- Issue #4 - April 2017

MOTOCLUB
EGYPT
Hundreds of holidays to El Gouna are
booked every day, yet a new hotspot
(Motoclub Egypt) is added to the list of
activities that grabbed our attention as a
motorcycle-related magazine; a new moto
track (actually the first of its kind in Egypt)
was organizing its first official motocross
racing competition.
We were invited to this memorable event
and here is what we found out…
The Moto Track.
Well, for starters, there are two motocross
tracks; a beginners’ one (an outside track)
that consists of smooth curves (approx.
1200m) and an inner intermediate one
with sharper curves and tougher ramps
(approx. 1800m).
The staff offers you the protective gear,
the bike and some useful tips & tricks in
case you are a beginner for a fair price.
Also, you are welcomed to just squeeze
the throttle and hit the dirt in case you
have your own stuff.
The Club.
The club has a spectacular view;, especially
during sunsets. There may be a couple of
blind spots from up there, however, most
of the time you can clearly see the racers
having fun on the moto track.
The club serves a wide variety of snacks
and drinks in case you needed a refuel
during your breaks (definitely needed it
with the adrenaline rush you will be
experiencing). Moreover, it’s a really good
spot for the general audience who are
looking forward to chilling with a perfect
view.
Their First Official Racing Competition.
If you spend your holidays at El Gouna,
then you are perfectly aware of the fact
that nowadays are considered to be the
peak of the season. On the other hand,
there was an extraordinary buzz at this
charming place, and it all came from the
Motoclub.
The Moto Track was organizing its first
official motocross & ATV racing
competition. Both national & international
racers competed head to head in a time
attack race along with some fine beats
produced by the DJ and mixed with the
cheers of the audience.
There were three main categories; 450s,
250s and the ATV. The racers were
divided among two main groups, each had
to race for 20 laps (10 laps followed by a
break each). Racers received their briefing
for the moto track and were introduced to
the rules and flags before starting.
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Several publishing houses, magazines, and
sponsors were present during the event.
Red Bull, Sliders, Moods, Masrawy,
Orascom & El Gouna were the main
figures along with many others.
The event ended with a memorable
ceremony for the top three winners in
each category where cups, medals, and
gifts (complimentary services offered by
the sponsors) were distributed on the
podium.
We’ll take you in a tour in this video (there
is a message from the track owner too).
Our Final Call.
Well, we can assure you that it was a blast.
The race went pretty good (with minimal
casualties), it was very well organized
(marshals were doing their job) and all of
the safety precautions & measures were
taken (medics on track,…etc).
Also, the timing was recorded both
manually and through time stamps (videos
on track) to achieve the highest level of
accuracy.
The entertainment included a DJ
throughout the whole day (from 2 till 7
pm) and free drinks. Not to mention the
availability of ordering snacks (a la carte).
All in all, we were really pleased to attend
this competition and we are really looking
forward to seeing more competitions
being held at this breathtaking venue.
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SHOEI GT-AIR
HELMET; WHY IS IT
STILL POPULAR 4
YEARS LATER?
The Shoei GT-Air Helmet was released in
2013. Even though it has been nearly 4
years since its release date, yet it’s
considered to be one of the most popular
premium helmets.
There’s no room for questioning the
credibility of Shoei as a motorcycle helmet
brand. But, is goodwill the only reason
behind this model’s sustainability?
We decided to take you through a quick
review of the Shoei GT-Air motorcycle
helmet. Hopefully, by the end of this
article, you shall decide yourself whether
it deserves to be one of the top motorcycle
helmets within its category.
to the aerodynamics design; professional
riders’ feedbacks were taken into
consideration too.
The Shoei GT-Air has a molded air spoiler
that reduces the pressure on your neck in
case you decided to go a little bit speedy
(by a little bit we do mean insanely
speeding ).
The Ventilation.
According to riders’ feedbacks, this helmet
is one of the best options on the market
when it comes to effective ventilation. The
upper tunnel allows maximum volume of
air flow and performance behind wind
screens.
Moreover, the lower air intake vent
reduces defrosting and fogging. Rear
exhaust vents work like a charm, leaving
no chance for heat to build up.
Shoei GT-Air Helmet Material.
The Shoei GT-Air is engineered using an
Advanced Integrated Matrix (AIM)
system. In English, the manufacturer
combined high-performance fiber
materials with elastic organic fibers. As a
result, the shell’s most significant features
are rigidity and ultra light-weight.
The Aerodynamics.
The helmet was tested under extreme
conditions in Shoei’s wind tunnel in Japan.
Yet, the engineers didn’t totally rely on
numbers and machines when it comes
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The Interior.
If you own a Shoei-GT Air helmet, then you
have already experienced the luxury of its
“salon”. A 3-D Max-Dry center pad, along
with multi-layered polyurethane foam
cheek pads (removable ones). The interior
is Eyeglass compatible too.
Another great future that many riders
underestimate its importance (including
you of course) is the Emergency Quick
Release System (E.Q.R.S). We all
experience bad days while riding and don’t
expect all medics to be helmet experts
when it comes to its removal.
Why Popular 4 Years Later After
Production?
Our evaluation is as follows:
– Great inner sun visor quality.
– Excellent noise reduction feature.
– Rigid and ultra-lightweight shell (3.67
lbs).
What Are the Downsides?
Well, it’s only DOT certified. We can’t
really tell why Shoei didn’t go for the rest.
An Exceptional shoei gt air Sun Shield Visor.
If you are searching for an internal sun
visor with HD image resolution that will
both protect you and provide a clear
image. Then, search no more. A Built-in
QSV-1 sun shield that meets the ANSI
Z80.3-2010 standard for non-prescription
glasses.
Forget About the Lousy Noise.
The Shoei GT Price.
Mix the distinctive aerodynamics,
ventilation and interior features that were
previously mentioned. What do you get?
An extremely quite Shoei-GT Air
motorcycle helmet. Probably one of the
quietest helmets you can ever have.
The chin curtains and the Dual-Ridge
window bead contribute significantly to
the noise reduction feature.
Well, according to our grading system
($,$$,$$$), the Shoei GT helmet can take a
$$$ (that’s an estimate at the time of
publishing this article). Yes, it’s a little bit
expensive. But, you can clearly tell the
difference between a $200 and a Shoei
Helmet.
Hopefully, our review answered the
mystery behind this model’s fame.
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KAWASAKI NINJA
250 R : A GOOD
OPTION FOR
BEGINNERS?
The Kawasaki Ninja 250 R is considered to
be one of the most lightweight and agile
motorcycles on the market. Well,
technically speaking, those features are
common within this category (250cc) of
most sport bikes.
Power & weight control are crucial for
beginners when it comes to riding;
Leaning, cornering, and accelerating
should be done carefully if you are still
new in the two wheels hobby.
We decided to take you through a quick
review on the Kawasaki Ninja 250 cc in
case you are wondering whether it’s a
reliable option (and a practical one).
We would like to highlight the fact that the
Kawasaki 250 motorcycle has been out of
mass production in 2011, and replaced by
the 300cc one in most countries. However,
if you are planning on buying a 2nd hand
motorcycle (as your first ride), you should
definitely consider this option.
Kawasaki’s 250 cc Engine.
Remember the old ZZ-R/GPX 250 engine?
Well, it’s kind of the same one loaded in
the Ninja 250 R. Yet, it’s more
environmentally friendly and more
advanced. The Engine will provide you
with 33 Horsepower and 22 NM Torque.
As you can clearly see, the engine power is
low which makes it perfect for beginners
who won’t feel the throttle power (either
during acceleration or deceleration).
The Kawasaki Ninja 250 R has a liquid
cooling system, 249 cc, DOHC and 2
parallel twin cylinders. The Top Speed
recorded for this motorcycle was
approximately 150Km/Hr.
Since you chose a sports bike, we do
realize that you are most probably an
adrenaline-junkie (aren’t we all are?).
However, it’s better to take baby steps
when it comes to speed and engine power.
Dimensions & Weight.
That’s the second most important thing to
take into consideration if you are a
beginner. With the Ninja 250 R, we are
talking about an overall length of
2085mm, a width of 715mm and, a height
of 1115 mm.
As for the weight, the 250 motorcycle
weighs 165 Kgs. Not a lot of weight
reduction compared to the latest
superbikes models. However, you have to
keep in mind the difference in materials
that are used in both motorcycles for
weight reduction purposes.
The lightweight feature might be common
among the latest models and the 250 R
Ninja. However, you have to keep in mind
the difference in power (which is kind of a
very big deal by the way).
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Last but not least, the Kawasaki 250 cc motorcycle has narrow tires; this gives it a higher
maneuvering ability (and an easier one which is ideal for beginners), even though it comes with the
cost of a lower stability.
Kawasaki 250cc Price.
The Ninja 250 R has a price range of $2300 to $4000. In other words, you won’t be facing any
troubles in financing your very first motorcycle.
Our Final Call.
Even though the Kawasaki 250 R has been on the market for only 4 years (2008-2011), yet it
managed to leave a remarkable positive print within its category as an option for beginner
motorcyclists. If you want to get the whole specs in numbers CLICK HERE
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HOW TO RIDE
LIKE A PRO! “HOW
TO RIDE A
MOTORCYCLE”
PART 3.
We are pretty sure that you have spent
some time riding by now and there first
thing that is going to cross your mind is It’s
time to ride like a pro!. Therefore, we
decided to release the 3rd (and last part)
of the “How to ride a motorcycle” guide in
order to share with you some useful safety
tips to achieve that.
The most common things that professional
riders do (and you will probably air for) are
the wheelies, cornering, and hitting highspeed
milestones. Here in this guide, we
will take you through some tips that you
need to follow if you are planning on not
ending up in the hospital.
Ride Like a Pro while Performing Wheelies.
The moment you master riding on two
wheels, the first thing that crosses your
mind is driving on a single one (the rear
one for starters). Whether you are looking
forward to impressing other folks by
showing off your skills or you just enjoy
the adrenaline rush, you should keep the
following in mind.
Power Wheelies or Clutch Ones?
There are two main ways to pop off your
front wheel riding. The first is by simply
squeezing the throttle hard enough to
“take off”.
Even though this method is way easier
than using the clutch, however, it’s more
aggressive and gives the rider instant
power.
It’s recommended to study your
motorcycle power and your weight
thoroughly before going for the power
wheelies. Usually, motorcycles with more
powerful engines and high torque can
perform that type of wheelies.
On the other hand, clutch wheelies are
relatively safer. You get more control
during the “take off” over your bike and
somehow can limit the pop off the height
of the front wheel. You simply hold down
the clutch while riding, squeeze the
throttle a little, pop off the clutch and
squeeze the throttle more (voila your
front wheel is in the sky).
Keep in mind that the previously
mentioned steps should take place in a
matter of milliseconds. Don’t push it too
far with the clutch to keep your
motorcycle engine running smoothly.
Both wheelies need squeezing the throttle
while riding at the correct gear and RPM.
There isn’t a specific rule (gear or RPM
number) where you should pop your
people, as motorcycles and riders’ features
are different. Yet, avoid popping the
wheelie with low gear/high RPM (you will
probably flip over) and a high gear/ Low
RPM won’t make the wheel pop (unless
you are that good!).
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The “Take Off”.
If you are planning to ride like a pro, then
you need to know your limits. While
popping a wheelie there is a balance point
that you should never overcome while
lifting your nose. This is the point where
you will either flip back or will keep things
balanced.
It’s interesting to say that some Pro bikers
are able to cross the balance point while
raising the nose (sometimes hitting the 90
degrees) and succeed in making their way
down with a smooth landing. Yet, if you
are not willing to join the stunt
championship we recommend keeping it
below the balance point.
The “Landing”.
This is the part that differentiates the
amateurs from others who ride like a pro;
nearly everyone can life their front wheel,
but not everyone can land it smoothly and
safely. Again depending on your
motorcycle weight (and yours of course)
you should give your babe a little speed
while landing.
Removing your hand off the throttle
suddenly and leaving your motorcycle to
land under its own weight will probably
lead to an unfortunate crash. If you are
lucky enough to overcome the crash than
you are literally torturing your front
motorcycle suspension.
Treat your babe nicely my friend. Give
your motorcycle a little throttle squeeze
while landing to keep things smooth and
safe!
Moving on to the next Pro Biker’s move,
the cornering.
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Similarly, as the wheelies, there are two types of cornering, depending on your motorcycle riding
style. You can either go under your bike while leaning (Sup racers and street fighters?!) or you can
stay still and lean your motorcycle itself (depend on more on the counter steering).
The leaning under your motorcycle style while allow you to corner at high speeds. This method
screams “I can ride like a pro”! On the other hand, it’s more dangerous since you’re literally
grabbing knees to the road and almost of your motorcycle.
What should I do to make this safer?
First of all, make sure you are approaching the curve with the right speed. Excessive speed will
make you go off track (or outside the cornering imaginary line that you are following) and low
speed will make you simply fall off your motorcycle (and look like a complete jerk!).
A Pro biker will enter the curve with an imaginary drawn line for cornering to follow and the
correct speed. But, since unexpected situations may happen, you may need to brake while
cornering or follow another cornering line while leaning.
In that case, make sure to use both brakes (front and rear) slightly to reach the desired speed or
avoid a crash. Keep the balance while pressing the brakes as hard rear braking will result in
skidding and front ones may result in an unpleasant rollover.
If you ride like a pro then we are pretty sure that you have also heard about accelerating
(rationally) while going out of the curve to increase the grip and handling.
Don’t Chicken Out!
We do understand the fear of getting close to the ground (and under your motorcycle) at high
speeds while cornering. Yet, if you do chicken out while doing so, there’s a 200% possibility to
crash at the corner.
Make sure to be in the right position while leaning and nothing will go wrong (we hope so). Both
feet tips are on the foot pegs, the inner knee (and elbow) is pointed outside towards the road
(hopefully looking forward to spark) and the other is pushed tight against the motorcycle tank.
Also, you should place your hips a little off the seat towards the corner and ALWAYS look to
where you want to go (following the imaginary line) and not through the motorcycle visor. Your
helmet should be near the side mirror totally outside the motorcycle itself.
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How to Ride like a Pro on High Speeds.
You want to get the adrenaline rush of the
high speed, we get it. But, you need to do it
as safely as possible. Every Pro biker
crash, that’s a fact. Yet, crashing at high
speeds is usually fatal. That’s why you
need to memorize the following tips by
heart .
Know Your Motorcycle Limit!
It’s weight, braking power, maneuvering
agility, top speed and many others. Yes, it’s
really cool trying to intimidate an online
video for a Kawasaki H2 (click here to
check it) hitting the 400 KM/Hr. But you
shouldn’t try to aim for that with your 600
cc motorcycle. If you are planning to go full
speed, be rational while doing so.
You can reach a point where your visibility
will be nothing but a small clear focal point
and the rest of the road is totally blurred
due to high speed. Always keep those two
factors in mind while riding at high speeds.
Maintenance Check!
Before going on a full speed ride, always
check your motorcycle. The brakes,
suspension, tires, fairings, the engines,
…etc. If you are willing to ride at high
speeds, then you better make sure that
your babe is in its prime condition.
Yes, we know what you’re thinking about
right now, we missed talking about the
Stoppies. No, we didn’t we just decided to
talk about this one separately as it needs
getting into more details, and it needs
some very special skills.
Draw Multiple Exit Scenarios.
Assess each and every vehicle while
overtaking it. Draw multiple exit scenarios
for unexpected situations and make sure
you have the time to perform your
maneuver. If a driver changed lanes
suddenly without using the turn signals,
it’s his fault, but you’re the one who is
going to pay for it.
Response Time and Visibility.
Your response time (for breaking and
maneuvering) will be lowered the higher
your speed is. Identifying the threat,
deciding to break (or maneuver), then
taking an action while you are riding at 60
KM/ Hr is not the same at 200 KM/Hr.
Hopefully, this article was beneficial and
we wish that it added value. The Two
Wheelers Team always encourages its
readers to follow their local traffic laws, to
ride safely and enjoy their rides!
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"HERE'S TO THE
WOMEN WHO HEAR
THE SONG OF
UNBRILLED
FREEDOM, AND
WHOSE HEARTS
LIGHTS THE FIRES OF
INSPIRATION FOR
OTHER WOMEN"
B E T H
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