Innholdsfortegnelse for Just Bikes #446 25-JUL i Just Bikes

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1 HOW TO RESTORE SUZUKI 2-STROKE TRIPLES  Veloce / Ellery Publications ellery.com.au Covering the GT350, GT550 and GT750 models from 1971 to 1978, this detailed guide gives you all the information needed to get these classic Suzuki triples back on the road. From dismantling, sourcing parts, spraying and decals, to polishing, safe set-up and general maintenance, author Ricky Burns also shares his experience on choosing the right project bike and how to prepare it for restoration. Information on special tools (and their alternatives) and where you can save yourself time and money on a restoration are also included. Fully illustrated with 586 images, this 176-page softcover is your complete restoration guide. $65.00 RRP (+ P&P) ISBN: 9781845848200 2 intAct BATTERY GUARD Made in Germany www.migmotorrad.com.au 1300 916 916 Simple to…

Suzuki are set to join the retro naked bike category that’s currently occupied by the likes of the Kawasaki Z900RS, Yamaha XSR900, Triumph’s Modern Classics, the Benelli Leoncino, and most of the Royal Enfield range. The ‘GSX-8T’ and ‘GSX-8TT’ are new models, using the engine, frame, brakes and suspension from the current GSX-8S naked, but with classically-inspired features, like a circular headlight, re-shaped tank and unique seats. Both bikes are due for an Australian release later this year. RETRO, BUT NOT TOO RETRO Suzuki says styling for the 8T and 8TT was guided by three key concepts – timeless, innovative and passionate. Unlike the Triumph Bonneville family or Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650 that are “true” retros, Suzuki’s creations utilise a “modern design sensibility” to pay homage…

After achieving a podium on his debut in the World Supersport 300 Championship (WorldSSP300) last year, Australia’s Carter Thompson recently secured his first win in the category, making history in the process. The victory, in Race 1 of the Emilia-Romagna round at Misano in June, was the first for an Aussie in WorldSSP300 since the category started in 2017. Thompson had completed a handful of WorldSSP300 rounds last year as a fill-in rider before landing a full-time ride with the successful Belgian team, MTM Kawasaki, this season. The 17-year-old from NSW came to Round 4 at Misano in seventh place in the championship, with a best race finish of fourth from the previous three rounds. After a poor Free Practice session, where he was only 17th fastest, Thompson rebounded to…

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In the wake of May’s announcement that Peter Stevens Motorcycles had gone into administration, it’s been revealed that the motorcycling retailer will survive – in part – under two new owners. The majority of stores will continue trading after being purchased by Joe Rascal Group and Motorcycle Holdings, but five dealerships have closed. Of the fallen empire’s retail outlets, Joe Rascal Group has acquired the Harley Heaven stores in Ringwood, Dandenong and the Melbourne CBD, as well as Peter Stevens Ducati in South Melbourne. Seven stores were acquired by Motorcycle Holdings, including the Peter Stevens dealerships in Dandenong and Adelaide, Harley Heaven in Sydney (Tempe), Penrith, Adelaide and Perth, plus Savage Motorcycles in Perth. The remaining Peter Stevens Motorcycles outlets - in Ringwood, Geelong and Blacktown – plus Harley Heaven…

Michelin will become the Official Tyre Supplier for the Motul FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) in 2027, ending a partnership with Pirelli that has lasted for more than two decades. A five-year deal will see the international production bike category race on Michelins until at least 2031. The change will also apply to the World Supersport Championship and Women’s Circuit Racing World Championship that currently race on Pirellis. The all-new World Sportbike Championship that’s set to replace the World Supersport 300 class in 2026 will also run on Michelin tyres from 2027. WorldSBK’s adoption of Michelin tyres in 2027 coincides with MotoGP’s switch to Pirelli rubber (from Michelin) in 2027. Essentially, the two premier international road racing championships will be swapping tyre providers. In the same vein as WorldSBK’s Michelin…

The 2025 Bulli Antique Motorcycle Weekend is fast approaching. Organised by the Antique Motorcycle Club of America – Australia Chapter (AMCA), the event is open to all motorcycles 35 years old (pre-1990) and older, with the theme for this year being ‘Period Modified’ motorcycles. To be held on 22-23 August at the Bulli Showgrounds (20 min north of Wollongong), the 2025 Bulli Antique Motorcycle Weekend is much more than just a bike show, with an auction, motorcycle-only swap meet, demonstrations and tech seminars. There will also be AMCA judging and awards, club displays and live entertainment. A recent addition to this year’s programme is Darrin Treloar, “the world’s greatest sidecar rider,” who will be the keynote speaker. CLASSIC CUSTOM CALLOUT The theme of ‘Period Modified’ motorcycles for Bulli this year…

Whether it’s a week-long adventure ride or the daily commute, riding in winter can be a challenge, and it’s your hands that usually cop the brunt of the chilly conditions. While heated grips are available, they’re not universal, can be costly to retrofit and don’t always work effectively. Heated gloves are a better and more versatile option to combat the cold, but not all heated gloves are the same… Ixon, the pioneers in intelligent heated gloves, recently added the ‘Yasur’ and ‘Yuga’ men’s gloves to their range. Both use built-in thermoregulation to keep your hands at a constant temperature - that you set and control. The Yasur glove suits urban riding, while the Yuga is designed for adventure riding and offers additional protection. Both are part of Ixon’s IT-Series that…