New James Bond Film, Skyfall - Motorcycle Stunts

The 23rd James Bond film, Skyfall, utilizes Honda CRF250Rs in a chase sequence in Istanbul. As one might expect, there was considerable preparation by a stunt team since much of the sequence took place on the rooftops of Istanbul. Initial preparation was done at special training facilities and then moved to the actual rooftops. This YouTube video shows the preparation and some of the final

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Motorcycle Picture of the Week - Don

Here are my Pictures of the Week as displayed on the Motorcycle Views Website. These pictures are taken from the Moto Pic Gallery. See Don's 2012 Triumph America under Bikes Only. There are no Men on Motorcycles, Women on Motorcycles, or Trikes Only this week. Send your picture in. For details, see Motorcycle Pictures of the Week.

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Harley-Davidson Recalls 2012-2013 VRSCDX Motorcycles for Loose License Plate Mounting Screws

Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling all model year 2012 and certain model year 2013 VRSCDX motorcycles manufactured from June 14, 2011, through August 1, 2012.

The license plate bracket assembly's mounting screws may loosen and the assembly may separate from the rear fender.

2798 units are affected.

Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.

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Robert Pirsig, Author of Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance, to be Honored

Many of you have read and enjoyed Robert Pirsig's Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance. Robert is still around and Montana State University will be honoring him later this year. Here's an excerpt from MSN News:

"Montana State University will host a conference on December 7-9, 2012 honoring Robert Pirsig, writer and philosopher whose book 'Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance,'

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Return of a Long Lost Harley Motorcycle

Ever sell a motorcycle and then long to have it back? Ed sold his Harley and found a way to get it back years later.

Check out this video on YouTube for the whole story in Ed's words.

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Motorcycle Picture of the Week - Russell

Here are my Pictures of the Week as displayed on the Motorcycle Views Website. These pictures are taken from the Moto Pic Gallery. See Russell's 1981 Honda CX500D Deluxe under Bikes Only. There are no Men on Motorcycles, Women on Motorcycles, or Trikes Only this week. Send your picture in. For details, see Motorcycle Pictures of the Week.

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BMW Recalls 2007-2008 K1200R, K1200R Sport, and K1200S Motorcycles for Foaming Brake Fluid

BMW is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 K1200 S, K1200 R, and K1200 R Sport motorcycles.

In certain riding conditions, the brake fluid in the front brake fluid reservoir can foam.

2062 units are affected.

Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.

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