Monday, January 30, 2012

Bikes in the Fast Lane: The Netherlands: No Full Face Helmets On The Street plus 2 more

Bikes in the Fast Lane: The Netherlands: No Full Face Helmets On The Street plus 2 more

Link to Bikes in the Fast Lane - Daily Motorcycle News

The Netherlands: No Full Face Helmets On The Street

Posted: 30 Jan 2012 08:00 AM PST

Helmet Niqab
Following closely in the footsteps of France and Belgium, The Netherlands are voting in a law forbidding the wearing of face masks, traditionally found in Muslim countries. This means that the traditional nicabs or burqas worn by Muslim women will be outlawed.

But what that also means is that a full face helmet will be outlawed as well. You will be allowed to ride your motorcycle with it (apparently), but once you stop your motorcycle and get off, you'll need to remove the helmet, or if possible, open it (for modular helmets).

Failing to do so will cost you a fine.

...


Europe 2011 Motorcycle Registrations Statistics

Posted: 30 Jan 2012 04:00 AM PST

ACEM logo
The Association of European Motorcycle Manufacturers, ACEM, have released the sales statistics for motorcycles and other PTWs in Europe for 2011.

In average over 32 countries last year, there was a reduction in the number of motorcycles and other PTWs sold. More than 1.7 million units were pushed out the door last year.

...


Indonesia: Motorcycle Tires Roadside Change - Good Business

Posted: 29 Jan 2012 10:00 PM PST

Indonesia Motorcycle Tire Roadside Change
Looks like a good business to have in Indonesia. Almost no financial outlay, working outside, working on motorcycles, and all that for 22 bucks.

Looks like the tire delivery services could do good business here.

...


Posted by at

No comments:

Post a Comment

Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)