SanDisk Extreme Ducati Edition CompactFlash

SanDisk released their fastest CompactFlash card as the Ducati Corse Official Sponsor. This card is fast and features 45MB/sec sequential read/write speeds. This is the ultimate card for a Ducati fan or photographer who wants the highest level of performance. Click here to continue...

Product Details

• Available in 4GB and 8GB configuration
• Fast 45MB/sec. sequential read/write speed
• Tested for use in extreme temperatures -13 F to 185 F
• Includes travel case and RescuePro Deluxe software
• Lifetime limited warranty
• UDMA card for the fastest transfer rate with professional cameras

The Dainese presentation at the 2008 Legend of the Motorcycle show was impressive, so I decided to check out their new D-Store in San Francisco.

The store was easy to get to and there was ample parking available -- a pleasant surprise, and most unexpected in San Francisco. The store front resembles an old garage.

After meeting some of the staff I started checking out the store and product line. The store's layout and organization caught my attention right away -- there were tables with products in cages underneath. This provides shoppers a place to put their gear and lay out the items they like, allowing for more relaxed shopping. Overall, I think the store is nicely arranged, and there is adequate room to maneuver around the racks (unlike many motorcycle stores I've visited). Click here to continue...

Oil filters are an important part of the proper operation of an engine - a quality oil filter is critical to engine longevity . While our choices are limited and budgets are tight, it's important to avoid falling for the false economy of a cheap oil filter. Click here to continue...

I replaced my motorcycle battery last week. It stopped holding a charge sometime this winter.

The amazing thing about this is that the battery was manufactured in 1997. That's right - ten years ago. It was the OEM YUASA YTX12-BS battery that was in the bike when I bought my Honda CBR1100XX new in 1998. Click here to continue...

Here's my list of Christmas gifts for the biker in your life. Shopping for the motorcycle enthusiast can be challenging - you don't always know what kind of stuff they may need or want - but don't let that stop you!

After all, even in the cycle world, you can give the equivalent of the plaid necktie... or you can check out the gear we've lined up for you in our annual gift-giving guide. Click here to continue...

Every sportbike rider needs a front and rear motorcycle stand: one for the front forks, one for the swingarm.

Seriously, these things make maintenance a snap. Oil changes, tire changes, chain cleaning, lubrication, and adjustment become much simpler, if not downright pleasant. Who needs a center stand when you've got one of these babies?

On our recent trip to the 2007 MotoGP at Laguna Seca, we came across some tasty-looking CNC-machined motorcycle clutch and brake levers made by ASV Inventions. Click here to continue...

I shot these photos in downtown Jackson, California a few months back. The VFR 800 was parked near a shop I was visiting, the tasty Scorpion exhaust system caught my eye.

So, I whipped out my camera, and shot a few close-ups just to test the camera and practice close-up photography. I hope you like the results.

Later, I heard the VFR start up, as the owner was preparing to leave - the Scorpions sounded very nice indeed.

Now this is just too cool - Hartley Enterprises mates two Suzuki Haybusa motors, grafting them together to make a jewel-like, lightweight V8 motor. Click here to continue...

This tow vehicle is based on the Honda Gold Wing - since it's smaller than a tow truck, it can get thru stopped traffic much faster than a truck.

The superior manoeuvrability of the Retriever is due to a towing device folded on to the back of the motorcycle - making the vehicle only 95 cm wide.

The towing device is not unfolded until you reach the disabled vehicle. This innovative design allows the Retriever to reach cars swiftly and tow them safely.

The Retriever gets your towing company on the road and allows it to grow your business - because you will be faster than your competitors at reaching customers. Click here to continue...