Yamaha proudly had a launch last week, displaying three of their new models, which are now available on dealer floors by the time you’ve finished reading this piece.

By far the most important model is their all-new MT-07. If you don’t already know it’s a 700 parallel twin that offers a similar style of riding to their superb MT-09. So of course the first thing I leaped on was this…

However, the theory and practice of riding this bike in it’s natural environment (urban cycle) went out of the window immediately because the ‘launch’ turned into a mad top speed run for 15km, nothing wrong with that though because that’s my natural environment as well.

So all I can tell you about the MT-07 is that it wheelies, it’s stable at high speeds and does 216kmh on the clock, not too bad at all for a ‘supposedly’ mid-capacity commuter.

At the next junction I swapped and hopped aboard the updated T-Max scooter. It’s exactly the same bike/scooter as last year but now with ABS and a substantial price drop to attract new customers into the executive scooter market. Again it became a top speed run and I saw 180kmh on this one’s clock.

Another new important model is the 2014 Super Tenere 1200EZ. More power and torque, revised riding position, new clocks and screen, cruise control and some very fancy and all the rage, electronic suspension. Never got to ride this one but I will within the next few weeks, because the bar looked more inviting that a dusty road and I didn’t want to get my new jeans dirty, which is nothing but a pathetic excuse really, still, it looks fantastic.

Anyway, all three are now in Yamaha dealers nationwide and they will cost R95,000 for the MT-07, which includes ABS, R96,000 for the latest ABS T-Max and R179,995 for the new Super Tenere for the adventure minded dudes.

I will be doing a ‘proper’ test on all three in the very near future so keep logging on to our test section for that and I’ll try my best to keep the top speed runs to a minimum.

Go to www.yamaha.co.za for full model line up and if you want to buy any of these bikes mentioned here go to www.centurionyamaha.co.za who’ll gladly assist you.

The Cayenne Group are now the official importers and distributors for the new generation of Kuberg Electric Motor Cycles, the Cayenne directors recently signed a deal with the Kuberg operation for their internationally recognized brand.

“The Kuberg range of electric motor cycles have got to be one of the most exciting brands   to come to this country, it will open up a complete new market for the Cayenne Group’s dealers, and unique new affordable product for our customers” said Craig Langton Dealer Principle of the Cayenne Group.

“It is a great product for both juniors and kids, having all the important requirements, its super safe, very affordable to run, great to ride and a great unit for everyone to learn to ride on. Electric motorcycles allow riders to ride where it would not be possible for conventional motorcycles to go or ride due to the noise, pollution and the various restrictions enforced by estates and parks. The power deliver is predictable and has 5 levels of adjustment and can last up to 6 hours on a single charge. Unlike our opposition, all bikes are fitted with seats making them easy to ride in any situation. We will be landing 3  models in March, the Kuberg Start ideal for 2 to 5 year olds, The Kuberg Trail E ideal for 5 to 9 year olds and the Kuberg Cross a great Enduro style bike for 6 to 10 year olds. Larger adult versions will arrive later in the year “he went on to say.

The Kuberg brand was designed, developed and manufactured by a specially selected team of experts from the Czech Republic and the USA; both countries now have a Kuberg head office.

The company kicked off their marketing exhibiting at all major international shows with a tremendous response from the industry and the brand immediately took off, far better than they ever imagined, today they have well over 1000 agents and dealers worldwide.

Kuberg electric motorcycles allow riders to enjoy the two wheel sport even in locations where it would not be possible for conventional motorcycles to go.

These modern, stylish, silent, maintenance free, rider safe machines can be ridden even in heavily populated areas, one’s own backyard without disturbing the neighbours.

Both kids and adults can use have fun and enjoy riding and benefit from the low running costs, and no maintenance.

“Kuberg‘s great riding performance is positively influenced by the use of high quality parts and good sound engineering,” said a technical spokesman at Kuberg. Our bikes are thoughtfully designed from scratch with the main emphasize being on quality and safety, the rigid steel frame with custom made aluminium swing arm and the full size frames to suit both kids and adults.”

The technology and design that goes into this machine is world class and the state of the art engineering process that went into creating this new generation high performance electric motor cycle was top draw stuff.

The Kuberg units can be carried upside down, or can be laid down when being transported r without any concern of spillage; they are perfect for taking on holiday, or trips. They can even be ridden indoors or in enclosed areas, the ultra-lightweight units are so light that they can be lifted up by a 3 year old.

“We are looking for key dealers for the Kuberg range along with some of our other brands and we will be adding the adult units to the Kuberg range later” said Langton

Three models will be available in SA in March from the Cayenne group and its dealers:

Kuberg Start an Enduro and trial style bike for 2 to 5 year olds R 9 900

Kuberg Trail E a Trial and Enduro bike in one for 6 to 10 year olds R 14 900

Kuberg Cross an Enduro/ Moto X style bike for 6 to 10 year olds R 14 900

In these hard times it’s become harder by the day to keep a business going, especially in the world of motorcycling. However Track Torque Motorcycles (TTMC) based in Honeydew - Jo’burg is celebrating eight years in business today and we’d imagine many beers will flow.

Mike Green, the owner, works all on his own (sad bloke) because he likes it that way and as you can see from the image he’s still a cheerful fellow to say the least – also drinks a lot too, but obviously not while he’s working on your pride and joy…

The reason for his continuing success is unsurpassed attention to detail and a commendable obsession with meticulous preparation. So if you want the best for your ‘horse’ then Mike Green is the guy for you and thoroughly recommended by Billysbikes for race bike preparation, insurance work, servicing, tyre changing, model plane building and just about everything else he can direct his attention to.

Mike doesn’t come cheap though, but the best never do, but if you love your ride more than your wife, there’s no better ‘doctor’ to take it to.

Call: Mike Green 082 467 7186. Also click here – www.ttmotorcycles.co.za to see more.