Beyond the Law is a 1992 TV film written and directed by Larry Ferguson. It tells the story of Dan Saxon (Charlie Sheen), an undercover cop who infiltrates a biker gang to arrest the men behind a drug-smuggling/arms-dealing operation. In order to maintain the trust of the gang’s leader, he must commit ever more dangerous and heinous crimes and must question how far he can go beyond the law. Continue reading →
Celebrity
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Feb 13
Michael Jackson Hayabusa / Autoweek
After covering the Long Beach Motorcycle Show in December, the Autoweek Brain Trust ran across these photos that they had all but forgotten about. But here it is again, for your viewing pleasure; a chromed-out Suzuki Hayabusa – arguably the bastion of terrible motorcycle taste – lovingly paying tribute to Michael Jackson. Every facet of Jackson memorabilia is covered, including the Jackson 5 and Bubbles. Lovingly airbrushed with plenty of chrome, an extended swingarm, and a leather seat presumably made from a crocodile at Neverland Ranch. Awesome. Continue reading →
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Jan 13
Blast from the Past / Easy Rider
Well, I’ve been thinking about it for a while now. We all love two-wheelers, be it plain-jane cycles, mopeds or hardcore custom choppers, and in whichever manner of propulsion they bring forth, including human power, batteries, regular pump fuel or even the one used to blast rockets into outer space. It’s the freedom and the openness they bring, and we adore it. So what about motorcycling movies then? Continue reading →
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Dec 12
Dainese presents Legends / Issue Four
In its 40th Anniversary year, Dainese heralds the past, present and future with a new digital magazine series. With four issues published throughout 2012, Dainese delves into the 1970s, 1980s, 1990s and 2000s to showcase the people, places and products that have created legends. Continue reading →
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Nov 12
Honda donates 007’S Skyfall bike to BBC Children in Need auction
Honda (UK) has donated an exclusive ‘lot’ to the hugely popular and invaluable BBC Children in Need annual fundraising auction – a motorbike which Daniel Craig rode in the opening chase sequence of the latest 007 adventure, Skyfall. Continue reading →
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Nov 12
Video / Valentino Rosso cartoon / Dainese
Big fan of Valentino Rossi? The cartoon of Valentino Rossi is available on Dainese.com in which he presents the innovative D-air Street Gore-Tex; the road-going version of the air bag for bikers. In the animation, Rossi is faced with both rain and city traffic but, thanks to his D-air Street GORE-TEX, makes it all look easy. Watch the video here. Continue reading →
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Nov 12
Video / Jay Leno’s 1976 MV Agusta 750
In this latest episode of Jay Leno’s Garage, the funny man brings out a longtime resident of his personal motorcycle collection, a gorgeous 1976 MV Agusta 750 America. Leno has had the bike – dubbed by some as the “Ferrari of motorcycles” – for over 25 years. Not only does it look awesome, it sounds every bit as good too! Continue reading →
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Oct 12
Grapevine / Tiny assassin atop a purple Panigale
The grapevine has it that the Kick-Ass movie character, “Hit Girl” will be seen atop a purple Ducati Panigale in the sequel Kick Ass 2, which ought to be out in 2013. The tiny assassin did ride a motorcycle in the comic book, but we hear that the custom will be a replaced by a state-of-the-art superbike for the Hollywood flick. Also, as 15-year old Chloe Moretz, who plays the character, can’t ride, a stunt-woman will be doing the riding duties. Shrinking violet or no? We’ll see. Continue reading →
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Oct 12
Keanu Reeves starts building motorcycles / Arch Motorcycle KR GT-1
Hollywood star Keanu Reeves has decided to start building motorcycles, and he’s joined hands with Gard Hollinger of La County Chop Rods to that end. The company, Arch Motorcycle, will be engaged in the production of motorcycles based on the KR GT-1 concept, with production scheduled for 2013. Continue reading →
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Aug 12
Brad Pitt buys his 11 year-old son Maddox a Suzuki DR-Z125 motorcycle
Brad Pitt gifted a Suzuki DRZ-125 to his adopted son Maddox for his 11th birthday. Before anyone start shouting “irresponsible parenting” Brad also bought all the necessary protection gear and a helmet. Looks like the 48 year-old Hollywood actor wants to pass some of the motorcycle love he has to the next generation. We’re sure Maddox will enjoy his bike on a specially built trail at their Pitt/Jolie mansion in France.
