Motorcycle Pre-Ride Checklist

It may be tempting to simply hop on your motorcycle much the same as you would simply hop in your car--taking for granted that everything is in working order. However, a mechanical problem with your motorcycle during a ride can mean big trouble. Going through a basic pre-ride check list can help spot issues before they become a problem on the road and will increase your confidence and safety on any ride, as well as improve the overall health of your motorcycle. For more informational videos check out A&S BMW Motorcycle's blog at www.ascycles.com/astv_blog.aspx Video Rating: 4 / 5

spot it! BMW Motorcycle S 1000 RR | drive it

If a manufacturer wants to keep up in the world championship with a superbike,it needs a serially-produced cycle with a vehicle concept that's been developed in every aspect for just that purpose. That holds true for Team BMW Motorrad Motorsport,which has joined the superbike world tour this year. Riders Troy Corser and Ruben Xaus are using bikes based on the new BMW S 1000 RR. Weighing in at only 204 kilos,it still generates 193 horsepower. List prices in Germany start at 15150 euros. Video Rating: 5 / 5

Video report from the launch of the long-awaited new BMW S1000RR.