Thursday, February 21, 2013

Bikes in the Fast Lane: Patent: Motorcycle Saddle Cover plus 2 more

Bikes in the Fast Lane: Patent: Motorcycle Saddle Cover plus 2 more

Link to Bikes in the Fast Lane - Daily Motorcycle News

Patent: Motorcycle Saddle Cover

Posted: 21 Feb 2013 08:00 AM PST

Patent Motorcycle Saddle Cover
This is not such a crazy idea, as I initially thought. When I saw the patent arrive on my news feeds, I thought it was a bit crazy. But in reality, it's pretty smart and simple.

One of the many problems we face with our motorcycle are the elements, and not only when riding. When we park our bikes, they are exposed to sun and rain. Of course the best solution is to put the motorcycle in a garage, or at the least put a cover over the bike, but many times this is not possible.

So this is where the patent comes in. Filed last year, the patent describes a simple cover that gets placed over your motorcycle saddle and then tightened with an onboard string. Just cover the saddle, and pull the string (like on a hoodie)...........

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Europe: Moto Guzzi At 5 European Airports

Posted: 21 Feb 2013 04:00 AM PST

Moto Guzzi Airport
Moto Guzzi logo
Showing off your motorcycles and merchandising articles at airports seems to be the next best thing for manufacturers. Ducati have several shops around the world, and Harley-Davidson are proudly showing off their stuff in US airports.

The latest to join the airport craze is Moto Guzzi. You'll be able to see their latest California 1400 motorcycle at Linate, Milan (Italy), Rome (Italy), Frankfurt (Germany), London Heathrow (UK) and Paris CDG (France)...........

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UAE: Opening Ceremony? Looks More Like Full Scale War

Posted: 20 Feb 2013 10:00 PM PST

Abu Dhabi Exhibition Opening
UAE flag
This does not look like an opening ceremony, but more like a full scale war going on. Even if the ceremony is for the International Defence Exhibition and Conference in Abu Dhabi....

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