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The Helix layback captured in the wild

20. September 2007

Yoyogi Park Originally uploaded by pabloyuba There you have it! Captured in the wild, in Yoyogi Park (Tokyo), someone executing the “Honda Helix Layback“. You’ve probably heard me mention in before, but I’ve never had photos to prove that I’ve actually slept on my scooter before. HERE is the proof that it can be done. […]

Gilera Fuoco 500 to arrive in the USA as the Piaggio MP3 500 (CONFIRMED)

18. September 2007

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(woohoo! I can’t wait to do THIS)This could be the biggest news to hit all year… Are you ready? (takes grain of salt) The grapevine known as the ModernVespa Forum (see title link) has word from “Lucky Bastard”, that the attendees of the recent Piaggio dealer meeting in Scottsdale, Arizona were informed that the USA […]

124 MPH Scooter captures the eye of Gizmag

17. September 2007

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(video of the GP800 at EICMA shared by gguiotto. Thanks!) The Gilera 840cc scooter (GP800) startled the crew over at Gizmag. It starts out like this: An 840cc, 90-degree fuel injected V-twin, performance chassis, 200kmh top speed and braided brake lines… on a CVT, step-thru scooter? After sending heads spinning with its Nexus 500, a […]

Engadget – New stereo bluetooth headset available!

17. September 2007

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While digging around DIGG, I DUG a cool upgrade for your helmet from our trusty sponsor Benchmark Helmets. Engadget give their take on this latest, greatest piece of high tech headgear and here’s what they had to say: We’ve certainly seen our fair share of nicely-equipped motorcycle helmets, but Benchmark Helmets is looking to spruce […]

Flying the Plaid

17. September 2007

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Flying the Plaid Originally uploaded by DigitalCzech Striking image of flat black Lambretta with red plaid seat. Great shot DigitalCzech!

Most dramatic scooter shot ever

17. September 2007

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justinScoot Originally uploaded by scabooba1979 It’s titled “JustinScoot” and I believe it’s a self portrait from scabooba1979′s flickr collection. Almost looks like an outtake from 300, with a little bit of Gladiator and a dab of Road Warrior. Thanks for sharing!