| From the press day, October 26th. Show was on between 27 October-November 5 INTERMOT EICMA
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CCM news exclusively on this page: 2007 CCM SR40 Street Scrambler    
  The British manufacturer of fresh looking single cylinder four stroke models is back with two new bikes at the 2006 bike show in Birmingham, UK. The first is a retro styled street scrambler based on CCM's classic offroad bikes from the 70's and 80's. The SR40 features the 400cc power plant from Suzuki that also powers all other CCM models at the moment. The swingarm is tubular, front wheel 21inch whilst a 18inch wheel sits at the back, 400cc engine with electric start, polished tank with rubber inset knee-guards, Brembo brakes, twin Hagon rear shocks and a Paioli front fork. All very retro from the Bolton (Greater Manchester) based manufacturer.
2007 CCM CR40 Cafe Racer CR40S & CR40      
  The new 400cc Cafe Racer is a tribute to the 1981 TT winning CCM ridden by Steve Tompkins. CCM will launch both a naked and a faired version in Birmingham. Details: Tubular steel frame, Marzocchi 40mm front suspension and twin shocks at the rear, megaphone silencer, 400cc Suzuki DRZ engine that can be upgraded to 436 or 499cc, 18inch spoked wheels, Brembo brakes, 800mm seat height and 126kg dry weight. OTR price will be £5840. TS
Norton 2007 Norton NRV-588 Rotary Racer Norton these days are better known for anti-virus protection. However, the National motorcycle museum in Birmingham have done a one-off revival of the famous motorcycle brand. Norton (National motorcycle museum special) Ron and Leon Haslam will not be riding the bike, but added some racing heritage, not that Norton needed more heritage. The NRV is a one off special that have been finished 10 years after it was started. The National Motorcycle Museum in Birmingham, England have financed the project and Brian Crighton (Motorcycle restorer and previous Norton employee) have been the driving force. As the museum rarely would be involved in new projects, this is a very special special indeed. The NRV will be raced to or three times in 2007 in Britain and will then find its place in the museum. Details: 588cc twin rotor Wankel, fuel injected. Electric water pump ducted fan air-cooling for rotors, fly by wire throttle. 170bhp @ 11.500rpm, twin spar aluminium frame by Spondon, Ohlins fork and Ohlins long-stroke single sided rear shock, AP racing radial callipers, Dymag 16,5 inch wheels, carbon fibre body work and 130kg dry weight. Words & Photo: Tor Sagen           
Royal Enfield It's all about looks and watered-out heritage. A bit like a fetish perhaps looking at the lady that loves Royal Enfield's. The burlesque looking lady actually rides a Royal Enfield and loves it! Bullet Electra and XS Roadster was launched for the UK market.    
BMW BMW brought all the new models from Intermot with them to the NEC. The new stand showcases the new X models, but we also found the brutal HP2 Megamoto and K 1200 R Sport on the BMW stand. BMW from the INTERMOT show. BMW from the EICMA show.                  
Triumph Nothing new since Intermot for Triumph either, but here is that albino Tiger 1050 again! Triumph from the INTERMOT show. Triumph from the EICMA show.   
Honda Honda brought its 2007 models to the NEC. We concentrated on the CB600F Hornet, CBR600RR, CBR1000RR Fireblade and GL1800 Gold Wing with airbag. Honda from the INTERMOT show. Honda from the EICMA show.        
Suzuki Amongst Bandits and GSX-R's the new B-king is something special and we really hope the model will be a success for Suzuki. We certainly look forward to riding it! Chris Walker have swapped his green shirt for the baby-blue ganja (that's not fucking PC to say, now is it?) paper sponsored Suzuki BSB team. The BSB boys were posing over the new higher tech GSX-R1000. Suzuki GB also announced at the show that they will build three limited edition GSX-R TT centenary models in 2007. The bikes will get unique specification and a special colour scheme for the UK market. The TT will be 100 years old next year and we advise to book yer tickets today. Suzuki from the INTERMOT show. Suzuki from the EICMA show.       
Yamaha We like that new R1 and that's why we have photographed it again. The 2007 FZ6S Fazer Phase (S)2 actually looks a little bit different now that we have had the chance to see it twice. Yamaha from the INTERMOT show. Yamaha from the EICMA show.       
Kawasaki Kawasaki brought all the new 2007 models to the NEC, apart from the recently announced Z750. That honour will be saved for the EICMA show later this year. We shot the Z1000 and ZX-6R again. Kawasaki from the INTERMOT show. Kawasaki from the EICMA show.      
KTM Kaayteem showed us the ugly Duckling (we love it though!) 690 SM again as well as the 950 SM R. KTM from the INTERMOT show. KTM from the EICMA show.      
Buell A cool XBRR was on display along with the also cool, but Ohh so un-photogenic XB12X Ulysses in desert camo. Buell from the INTERMOT show. Buell from the EICMA show.    
Harley-Davidson The XR1200 Prototype is doing the rounds in Europe and we'll say hello to it again later in Milan too. H-D from the INTERMOT show. H-D from the EICMA show.    
Victory More Victory bikes on show at the NEC than in Cologne. We concentrated on the one-off special XYZ Victory and the Ness Signature Vegas Jackpot that will be available in the UK for the first time. Victory from the INTERMOT show. Victory from the EICMA show.     
Ducati Never have chewing gum looked this good in black! Ducati from the INTERMOT show. Ducati from the EICMA show.   
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The organisers of the 2006 International motorcycle and scooter show at the NEC in Birmingham have provided us with the below overview of new bike events at this years show.BMW
Presenting their widest and most varied model range in the history of the company, BMW will be unveiling its all-new single-cylinder model series including the G650 Xcountry and G 650 Xchallenge, with purist looks and sporty riding characteristics. Also on show, the fourth model in what has been hailed as its most powerful model series, the K1200 R Sport addresses the ambitious sports riders with a penchant for progressive ‘naked-bike’ technology. CCM
An exclusive for the International Motorcycle and Scooter show, CCM will be launching the SR40 Street Scrambler to the world, influenced by the highly acclaimed CCM motocross bikes of the 1970’s and 1980’s, the theme of the SR40 is very much back to basics, with simplicity being the over riding style. Harley-Davidson
Straight from the world launch at Intermot Motorcycle and Scooter Fair, Harley-Davidson will be bringing the XR 1200 Prototype to wow the crowds at NEC. The XR 1200 has been developed beyond the concept and design stages, with an emphasis on performance, handling and sporting style. The bike, inspired by the legendary Harley-Davidson XR 750 dirt track race bike boasts an air-cooled V-Twin engine, downdraft fuel injection and unique lightweight cast wheels. Honda
Hitting big this year, Honda will showcase 5 impressive new models, including the stunning new 2007 CB600F Hornet set to turn the Performance Naked class on its head. The dynamic XL1000V Varadero Adventure Touring bike will be a hit with its majestic good looks and impressive ride quality improvements. The SH300i provides exhilarating power, acceleration and handling while maintaining sleek and minimalist good looks. Kawasaki
Following a busy week at Intermot, Kawasaki will be showcasing the brand new 1400 GTR fronting an entirely new genre of high-performance motorcycles: ‘Transcontinental Supersport’. Next up, the brand new Kawasaki VN900 Custom, a factory built custom bike that delivers big-bike style response and superior acceleration followed by the Kawasaki Versys, a machine that can cope with anything from city streets to mountain passes and everything in between. Suzuki
Suzuki is pleased to announce no less than five UK model debuts at this years Show. Set to be one of the highlights, the already iconic B-King moves from concept to reality with the final production ready 1300cc bike on show in all its glory. Joining the B-King in its UK debut will be the all-new GSX-R1000, boasting increased performance, agility and speed. And there’s something for scooter fans at this years show with the all-new Burgman 125, recently launched in Paris, the new 125 offers chic, stylish looks with enhanced storage, security and practicality. Triumph
Launched at the North American dealer conference, the brand new Tiger 1050, with its sharp lines and performance spec will be on show in the UK for the first time at the NEC. The Tiger’s sporting credentials are clear at first glance, featuring a potent Speed Triple-derived engine tweaked to suit the Tiger’s unique temperament. Triumph will also be showcasing a host of significant existing model updates including improved performance and looks for the Bonneville and Bonneville Black and the Triumph America and Speedmaster. Yamaha
An impressive range of improved models will be on show at this year’s Yamaha stand, including the brand new fifth generation YZF-R1. The new R1 features a host of technological improvements including M1-inspired MotoGP technology such as a computer controlled throttle system and a duel adjustment hi/lo speed suspension system. Inspired by the 1930s US Custom bike and car scene, the XVS1300 which features a completely new 1300cc short-stroke V-Twin powerplant will also be on-show alongside the rest of Yamaha’s 2008 range. |
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