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Introducing Project Neptune, A Fairing Kit For The 2021 Triumph Trident!

The 2021 Triumph Trident is set to wreak havoc on the middleweight segment after it was officially launched at the end of last year.

The 660cc triple-cylinder motorcycle is officially Triumph most affordable model coming out of Hinckley.

Nonetheless, for anyone looking to add something different to their Trident, perhaps in the form of a fairing kit, the guys at Arton Works might have something for you.

The Rome-based aftermarket parts designer introduced Project Neptune, a two-stage fairing kit for the 2021 Trident.

Project Neptune comes in two types of fairing; the Neptune S adds a half-fairing to the Trident, while the Neptune R builds on the S-kit to create a full fairing kit for the Trident.

The project was the work of motorcycle design instructor Davide Colombi, who is also the current automotive designer for Ferrari (so he knows what he’s doing).

Arton Works is a company specializing in aftermarket parts for various Triumph models, built to go straight on the bike without unnecessary modification.

Price is yet to be announced, but we suggest that you Arton Works on social media to catch the latest updates!

(source: ArtonWorks)

Husqvarna To Introduce All-New Electric Scooter In 2022

Pierer Mobility appears to electrified the future of Husqvarna Motorcycles by introducing an all-electric scooter in 2022.

Unlike the current model that combines modern and retro design, the expected electric scooter will offer a futuristic design.

Dubbed the E-01, the scooter looks like something that came out of the latest Cyberpunk 2077 console game.

Based on reports, Husqvarna plans to roll-out the new motorcycle this year; however, it was moved to 2022 due to apparent circumstances.

Rushlane reported that the E-01 would share the same platform with their India counterpart, the Bajaj Chetak.

Given KTM’s partnership with Bajaj, it is expected Bajaj in India will build the Husqvarna E-01.

The current Bajaj Chetak offers a friendly power output of 15hp.

MotoGP: Espargaro Impress With The RS-GP, Topping First Day Pre-Season Test

Aleix Espargaro shared his thought on the new machine onboard the all-new Aprilia RS-GP after clocking the fastest time on the first day of pre-season testing in Losail, Qatar.

“Yes, the bike doesn’t look like a revolution but to ride it is quite different.

“Especially regarding the stability, we made a big step forward as the bike is a lot more stable and also the aerodynamic side they did a big, big job. The bike is completely different. In acceleration, I feel that we made one improvement, and the bike has a lot more downforce, so the bike is physical, more than last season’s bike.

“It is more stable, so that allows me to accelerate better, which is more than welcome. We are paying a little bit on the top speed, so we still have to find the balance, and we still have to understand the bike to see the strong points and the weak points,” he said.

However, Espargaro was 15km/h slower than Ducati’s Jack Miller through the speed trap.

Nonetheless, the Spanish rider explained that they had to sacrifice speed to achieve better aerodynamics.

“t’s very, very low. It’s lower than our top speed from last season, and we are losing 15km/h to the Ducati, so there is room to improve there. But as I say, the aerodynamics allow you to turn better or not, to accelerate more or less, and to make more or less top speed,” he explained.

Espargaro clocked 1 minute 54.687s to emerge the fastest during the first day, followed by Stephan Bradle and reigning world champion Joan Mir.

MotoGP: Aprilia Confirms Savadori As Iannone Permanent Replacement

Lorenzo Savadori will race in the upcoming MotoGP season, replacing Andrea Iannone, Aprilia has confirmed.

Savadori joins Aleix Espargaro as Aprilia Racing Team Gresini’s riders on for 2021.

The announcement came as a surprise, with Aprilia opted for Savadori instead of the experienced Bradley Smith.

The RS-GP 20 seat was handed to the Briton last season in place of Iannone before Aprilia decided to give the spot to Savadori for the three remaining races.

“Well, it was a company decision.

“We decided to move a bit earlier than expecting all the tests to be done because it had a chain effect also on other people and the choice of other people in the team to develop the team was also very important.

“It’s true that Bradley has an experience and a characteristic that fits much more to being a test rider compared to Lorenzo, because Lorenzo has no experience.

“So, that was part of the choice,” explained Aprilia Racing CEO, Massimo Rivola.

The 2021 MotoGP official first test begins today in Qatar.

Production Of The All-New Ducati Monster Begins

Ducati announced the all-new Monster production has begun and will be made available around the world soon.

To witness the official assembly of the first model is Ducati MotoGP riders Enea Bastianini and Luca Marini.

They observe the new Monster’s birth before leaving for the 2021 MotoGP first test in Qatar.

Compared to the previous 821, the new Monster is a whopping 18kg lighter thanks to this new setup (166kg dry, the same weight as a fully fuelled Yamaha YZF-R25). A part of that new weight loss regime consists of a new 937cc engine which is bigger and more powerful than the 821, but 2.4kg lighter.

The 937cc twin-cylinder Desmodromic Testastretta 11° engine is tuned to produce 111hp at 9,250rpm and 93Nm torque at 6,500rpm. That’s an extra 3hp and 7Nm more on a bike that’s considerably lighter. This also means that the new 2021 Monster has a much better power-to-weight ratio.

In terms of design, the new Monster is now more compact and narrower on the sides that make it easier to ride and place your foot on the ground for easier handling.

Other features include:

43mm USD front fork
Preload adjustable monoshock + double-sided swingarm
17-inch alloy wheels + Pirelli Diablo Rosso III tyres
Front twin 320mm disc brakes + Brembo M4.32 monobloc 4-piston calipers
Rear single 245mm disc + Brembo 2-piston floating caliper
4.3-inch TFT display
820mm seat height (optional 800mm seat height available)
Cornering ABS, riding modes, Ducati Traction Control, Ducati Wheelie Control
Ducati Quick Shift, Ducati Power Launch, dynamic turn indicator + more

The Ducati Monster has always been the most popular motorcycle coming out of Borgo Panigale with over 350,000 units distributed worldwide.

For 2021, the Monster is available in Ducati Red and Dark Stealth with black wheels, Aviator Grey with Red GP wheels.

2021 Yamaha TMAX 20th Anniversary Edition Launched – Limited To 560 Units

Yamaha Motor Co. Ltd introduces the all-new TMAX 20th Anniversary Edition as a tribute to the company success with the TMAX over the last 20 years,

The limited-edition model (with only 560 units build) features a forged carbon body noticeable in the body panels, the front fender, and the exhaust shield.

According to Yamaha, the unit also displays yellow details as reminiscent of the original model’s bright colouring.

Other key features:

Exclusive carbon shell design
Special heated grips and saddle
Exclusive colour
560cc EURO5 approved engine
Dynamic and aggressive body design
Electric windshield
cruise control
Integrated LED front arrows
Fully equipped with best-in-class specifications
Lightweight aluminium frame
Traction control and D-MODE
Spacious storage compartment
Keyless ignition Smart Key
Monochrome TFT instrumentation
Motorcycle type suspension with optimized settings
Center stand locking system

Since its introduction 20 years ago, the Yamaha TMAX has retained its success as one of the world’s best-selling sports scooters.

The 1st generation 500cc 2-cylinder scooter can reach 160km/h, thanks to the compact motor mounted in the tubular frame.

The 2nd generation was also a hit when it was introduced between 2004 and 2007 with a more powerful injection engine and better features in the form of a new suspension setup, double front disc, and ABS (optional).

Later in 2008, Yamaha introduced a new aluminium frame that helps improve maneuverability.

Four years later, the 4th generation came into the picture, this time with a bigger 530cc platform paired to a belt transmission and aluminium swingarm. The motorcycle then updated again in 2015, which came with radial brake callipers to improved braking.

Yamaha then makes a huge leap two years later by introducing the Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle (YCC-T) and Traction Control (TCS), selectable power delivery, cruise control, heated grip/saddle, and electrically adjustable windscreen.

Last year, the engineers at Shizuoka threw a bigger displacement. This time, a 560cc powerplant that produces 46.9hp @ 7,500rpm and 55.7Nm @ 5,250rpm.

To date, nearly 300,000 units have been sold across Europe, making the TMAX the most successful “sport scooter” ever produced.