Category Archives: Events & Rides

Cleveland IMS: Unsung Heroes

Posted on February 8, 2015 by MotoADVR

There is a lot going on at the IMS every year. Working my way through the crowds that weekend I was left with the feeling of “same old, same old” but after writing the last few blog entries I realize … Continue reading →

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Posted in Events & Rides | Tagged 1290 Super Adventure, 690 Duke, Can-Am, Chief, Cross Country, Gunner, Harley Davidson, Honda, Indian, KTM, LiveWire, Motorcycle, Scout, Speedmaster, Sportster, Spyder, Suzuki, Triumph, True Adventure, V-rod, V-strom, Vegas 8-Ball, Victory | 2 Comments

Cleveland IMS: Courting the big cat

Posted on February 7, 2015 by MotoADVR

The moment of truth was upon me, after browsing the various wares of the show, I was finally stepping into the Triumph booth. I’ll apologize now for the British obsession, hopefully you can see past it, or get caught up … Continue reading →

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Posted in Events & Rides | Tagged Bonneville, Daytona 675, Empire, Ernie Vigil, Givi, Icon, Motorcycle, Nick Apex, Rocket III, Speedmaster, Street Triple, Thruxton, Thunderbird, Thunderbird Storm, Tiger, Tiger Explorer, Triumph | 1 Comment

Cleveland IMS: The Kawasaki that surprised me

Posted on February 6, 2015 by MotoADVR

All the hype last year seemed to be about the new supercharged motorcycle, the Kawasaki H2. I admit that I recognized the photos, and realized that supercharging a motorcycle wasn’t necessarily something new, but doing so on a mass production scale … Continue reading →

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Posted in Events & Rides | Tagged Concours, H2, Kawasaki, KLR, Motorcycle, Supercharger, Versys, Vulcan S | Leave a comment

Cleveland IMS: Yamaha – A bike for every taste

Posted on February 5, 2015 by MotoADVR

Yamaha is obviously known for many things: Valentino Rossi, goes without saying; the YZF-R1, which certainly has its own following akin to the GSX-R; the FJR, the FZ1, the new FZ-09… I can go on (let’s not forget dirt bikes either). … Continue reading →

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Posted in Events & Rides | Tagged FJ-09, FJR, FZ-07, FZ-09, Motorcycle, R3, Rossi, SR400, Stratoliner, Super Tenere, Tiger 1050, Triumph, Trophy, Yamaha, YZF-R1 | Leave a comment

Cleveland IMS: Bavarian MotorWerks – Two-Up

Posted on February 4, 2015 by MotoADVR

After Harley Davidson’s 45 degree V-twin, there is probably no other engine as iconic as the BMW “Boxer”. I have recognized the engine for years, even before I was riding motorcycles; until recently, I never saw the allure. BMW’s flat … Continue reading →

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Posted in Events & Rides | Tagged 1200 GS, 1200 RT, 800 GS, Adventure, BMW, Cafe Racer, Motorcycle, pillion seat, R NineT, Thruxton, Tiger 1050, Tiger 800, Triumph | 2 Comments

Cleveland IMS: first up – Italian Super Models

Posted on February 2, 2015 by MotoADVR

After a arriving late to the show my wife and I pushed our way through the crowd to the first booth; Northern Ohio Ducati Triumph & the Ducati manufacturer’s booth. Last year the Northern Ohio guys brought some cool bikes … Continue reading →

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Posted in Events & Rides | Tagged Bonneville, Diavel, Distinguished Gentleman's Ride, Ducati, Hypermotard, Moto Guzzi, Motorcycle, Multistrada, Penigale, Scramber, Speedmaster, Triumph, V7 | 1 Comment

Cleveland IMS: A glimmer of hope in January

Posted on February 1, 2015 by MotoADVR

January in Ohio is a cold, grey, dreary place; fortunately it’s also the month that the Progressive International Motorcycle Show (IMS) comes to visit Cleveland. This year is my second trip up to Cleveland for the show; a long drive, … Continue reading →