We can hardly wait for next month’s EICMA Show in Milan to see the uveiling of some some of those new bikes that we have seen spyshots of, but while we’re waiting, why not check out what the other side of the world is up to, and potentially the biggest motorcycle market of the world, China.

Here’s motocycle.com video of the China International Motorcycle Trade Exhibition, CIMA Motor with 333 exhibitors, 27 motorcycle companies and nearly 1,000 motorcycles on display.

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The fact that the 8 times World Champion, Valentino Rossi is a virtual gold mine when it comes to endorsements is a well known, besides all his VR46 tagged merchandise that includes T-shirt, caps, cell phone covers and lately even children bedroom furniture with the Berloni company, that will be launched in October, the Italian has now designed and endorsed a range of bicycles for Cicli Adriatica, a national and global manufacturer of bicycles since 1946 and based in Pesaro.

The collection is naturally called VR46 and includes three models specifically for children and has Rossi’s racing symbols, including his favourite colors, the moon and sun that adorn his helmets and leathers and his iconic racing number. The brand VR46 will also be signing a racing bike and a mountain bike.

The new line VR46 will be presented in Milan during EICMA that will start on 18th until 21st September 2009, and you can see the VR46 at Stand M43, Hall 9.

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After the cancellation of the Paris motorcycle show Mondial, and the fact that it’s the off year for Intermot, Milan’s EICMA show is the only motorcycle world event for this year, though Honda and Yamaha will be missing from the line-up.

The two companies have stated that due to the economic downturn, culprit of the many crises the auto industry, finance industry, motorcycle industry etc etc are having, they will not be present this year. It’s a blow for the world of two wheels when the two biggest manufacturers won’t attend the only motorcycle show of the year.

Aside from that, the other big name companies are so far planning to attend, including Aprilia, BMW, Ducati, Harley Davidson, Husqvarna, Kawasaki, KTM, Kymco, Moto Guzzi, MV Agusta, Piaggio, Suzuki and Triumph among others.

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The Birmingham International Bike Show for 2008 is taking place until December 7 and we suggest you check out some of the models. The NEC show has some lovely girls, as we’ve already seen (second gallery coming up), and you can see some of the models that already debuted at Intermot and Eicma in Milan.

In this photo, published by MC24 is the Honda DN-01 transformed into a trike. We’re a little lost for words…what do you think?

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Keeway presented at the recent Eicma show in Milan its Goccia scooter, a new high wheel scooter with a 50cc engine designed for young people.

It was developed at the Keeway Research and Development centre in Pesaro, and has a single-cylinder, two-stroke, air-cooled engine. The braking system includes a front disc brake and a rear drum brake.

Riding position is comfortable, with a large and flat platform good for carrying bags and backpacks. The wheels measure 16 inches, and height from the ground is 1110mm, with a large and comfortable seat. The Keeway Goccia is available in metallic white, metallic black and blue silk.

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Whoever had the opportunity to take a look around the Eicma show in Milan may have noticed the wild colours of the “Indian vespa” - the LML Star Deluxe scooter produced in 125cc and 150cc versions.

The Indian scooters look a lot like the legendary Vespa PX, in fact they’re virtually a clone, though these modern models are Euro 3 compliant. The Star Deluxe is built from alluminium and is available both with pedal and electronic ignition.

The Star Deluxe has an automatic mix system, with an eight litre tank. The 125cc version has 6.5hp and the 150cc, 7.7hp. The scooter has a maximum speed of about 90 km/hr and weighs 104kg.

The ten-inch wheels have a front disc brake and the classic rear drum brake, both pedal controlled. An interesting aside is if you’re looking for news of this vespa on the internet you’ll find it mostly in Italian, showing the market the Indians hope to capture with a copycat scooter.

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Twowheels presented the launch of NCR’s Mike Hailwood TT bike that was shown at the EICMA, but we thought we’d go back in time and show you how riders in Mike’s period enjoyed racing. Look at the video and imagine the way these heroes rode in a time that’s not that far away. These days we discuss corner speed and have electronics to control the bikes at incredible top speeds and brakes like never before. In the video is “Mike the bike Hailwood” in Belgian’s Francorchamps.

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Among the new models that Yamaha presented at Eicma in Milan, it had plenty to show in the scooter segment. One of these was the Black Max X-MAX 250, with a 250cc four-stroke, liquid-cooled engine.

The special edition black is a new colour and is dressed with red details and carbon inserts. The Black Max has a disc braking system with double calipers: the front at 267mm and the rear measuring 240mm. A large windshield is a feature along with hand protection.

The digital/analogue instrumentation has a carbon look and red lighting. Have a look at the extensive gallery of the Black Max.

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Monday is scooter day on Twowheels blog, it seems, as we take a look at the Garelli GSP 50. In addition to the XO 125/150 ie that Garelli presented at the Eicma show, this racing scooter was also on display.

Garelli designed all the details, including the engine, combining colours, performance and technology worthy of superbike status fun, but also safety. The racing nature can be seen in the agressive lines and air intakes essential for the liquid cooled engine.

The chassis has been studied to provide for a sports riding position, reinforced by the light alloy 13-inch wheels, and 130mm lowered tyres.

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Chris Pfeiffer, Street Bike Freestyle World Champion recently attended the Milan motorcycle event, Eicma, to present the new BMW Motorrad naked, F800 R Chris Pfeiffer Edition.

The F800 R was shown at the BMW stand in the new livery, the same as that used by Chris in his show at the Motolive square. The white, blue and red colours include the seat cover and front mudguard, with the tank autographed by Pfeiffer and an Akrapovic exhaust.

Like the production series model, this edition is equipped with the parallel twin cylinder, that has a power of 87hp and torque of 86 Nm. The dry weight is relatively contained at 177 kg and the suspension has been studied to give perfect handling. Hendrik von Kuenheim, BMW Motorrad President, has declared that BMW is evaluating the possibility of commercialising the bike with the new livery, next year.

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In these pics you can see the hybrid, three-wheel scooter presented by Peugeot at the Eicma show. Models such as these could become a new alternative in urban, ecological vehicles.

The main characteristic of this scooter is the all-wheel drive on three wheels. The thermal 125cc engine has Satelis Compressor and produces 15kw (20hp) from the rear wheel.

There are two 3kw electric engines situated near the front wheels, which are equipped with lithium ion batteries that are rechargeable in deceleration. The cooperation between the two engines is electronically controlled by the “By Wire” system.

Continue reading: Eicma 2008: Peugeot hybrid scooter prototype, Hymotion 3

Honda’s elegant Silver Wing 400 is developing for 2009, receiving a new look and updated performance features, increasing its comfort and sophisticated style. If you were looking for a luxury scooter, the Silver Wing could be your answer.

The front nose is more agressive with new headlights and multi-reflector indicators, and the rear also has new lights, continuing the style of those at the front.

The instrument panel includes five sections, with LCD technology, HISS alarm system and fuel light. The windshield and handles have been reinforced for greater stability at lower speeds.

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