Harley-Davidson bike under the Spanish sun.

The prototype of the new loop-frame Harley-Davidson was assembled in a 10 ft × 15 ft (3.0 m × 4.6 m) shed in the Davidson family backyard. Most of the major parts, however, were made elsewhere, including some probably fabricated at the West Milwaukee railshops where oldest brother William A. Davidson was then toolroom foreman. This prototype machine was functional by September 8, 1904, when it competed in a Milwaukee motorcycle race held at State Fair Park.


source:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harley-Davidson

Castle of Oreja is wonderful place for riders.

After the conquest of the castle of Ear by Alfonso VII, the zone is repopulated, mentioning itself in 1139 to Noblejas.

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The scooter had rigid rear suspension and small 8-inch (200 mm) wheels that allowed a compact design and plenty of room for the rider's legs.

The above picture was taken in Aranjuez very friendly city for all motorcycle riders.

A scooter is a motorcycle with step-through frame and either a platform for the operator's feet or footrests integral with the bodywork. Elements of scooter design have been noted in some of the earliest motorcycles, and motorcycles identifiable as scooters have been made from 1914 or earlier. Regional developments were made in Europe and the United States between the World Wars. The global popularity of scooters dates from the post-World War II introductions of the Vespa and the Lambretta. Economic and political factors, including competition from other vehicles, have shaped the evolution of scooters and have caused the development of different variations of scooter.

The popularity of scooters as a form of personal motor transport is partly based on their low cost of purchase and operation and their convenience in parking and storage. Licensing, registration, and insurance requirements for scooters have been made easier and less expensive than those for cars in many parts of the world.

source:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scooter_%28motorcycle%29

Motorcycle construction is the engineering, manufacturing, and assembly of components and systems.

In 2004 after a year hiatus, Suzuki came out with the GS500F to fill the void left (in the US market) by the GS500E. This bike was very similar to the previous E model, but now comes with a fully enclosed fairing. The fairing offers a sportier, aggressive look and improved rider comfort by providing wind protection and better aerodynamics. An oil cooler was also added. As with the previous E model, the F is able to be restricted for use in countries where restrictive motorcycle licenses are issued. The GS500F was dropped from the UK. Suzuki range in 2007.





source:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Motorcycle

Motorcycle touring holidays in Manzaneque for the ultimate in motorcycling adventure.

Manzaneque is a municipality located in the province of Toledo, Castile-La Mancha, Spain.

Sokół 1000 - CWS 1000 and M 111

Sokół 1000 (also known as CWS 1000 and M 111) was the heaviest Polish pre-war motorcycle manufactured by the PZInż works, both for civilian and military use in the Polish Army.
[edit] History

In late 1927 the Polish Army created a specification for a general purpose heavy motorcycle that was to replace the Harley-Davidson motorcycles used by then. By 1932 the Centralne Warsztaty Samochodowe works prepared a short series of roughly 200 CWS M55 motorcycles equipped with a sidecar. Although heavily-based on American designs (the bike itself was based upon Harley-Davidson, while the engine was almost a direct copy of Indian), the machine proved to be unreliable.

Because of that in 1931 it was decided to prepare a completely new heavy motorcycle for the Polish Army. Subsidied by the state, the PZInż holding extensively tested and modified the earlier M55 design to fit the specifications. Initially named CWS M III, the new construction was to be reliable and immune to harsh conditions, bad service and user-friendly. Because of that, the final motorcycle was slightly outdated and particularly heavy, even as for its class. However, it proved to be extremely reliable and durable. However, the quality had its price and the bike was sold in civilian version for 4200 złoty, that is roughly 800 1939 US dollars or 170 1939 pounds, a price only slightly lower than that of an average car of the epoch.

The production started in 1933 and lasted until the outbreak of the World War II in 1939. Mass produced entirely in Poland (less than 5% of parts were imported), Sokół 1000 maintained the high quality throughout the production period. Every tenth motorcycle was delivered extensively checked for parameters and all machines were road-trialed before delivery.

Its durability proved to be a major advantage and Sokół 1000 was much faster off-road than many of the previously-used American counterparts. Among the most notable innovations introduced in the Polish construction was a soft sidecar mounting, which allowed for easier handling and greater off-road speed.

Sokół 1000 was also the basis for Sokół M121 trike prototype, with the sidecar wheel powered. Its engine was also used for railway draisines.

source|:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sok%C3%B3%C5%82_1000

The Bridge on the River Tietar in Arenas de San Pedro opportunity for you to learn from one of the best riders.

The Gredos Mountains, a beautiful mountain range of central Spain often over-looked by tourists, lay about three hours west of Madrid past the medieval walled city of Avila and on the borders of the provinces of Caceras, Salamanca and Avila.

Castle of Barcience in Toledo province of Castile la Mancha,the most beautiful place to ride.

Remains of the 'Castle of Barcience'. It was built in the 15th c. by the counts of Cifuentes, whose emblem was the lion. It was used for artillery in the 16th century.

Campo de Criptana is a municipality and town for motorcycle riders.

Campo de Criptana, located about two kilometers east of the present city center, was granted, under the name of Chitrana, by the Order of St. John in 1162 to the Toledo Mozarab nobleman Miguel Assaraff in order that it be resettled. Later it passed to the Order of Santiago, forming the center of an estate that also had property in Villajos and Pedro Muñoz. By the 14th century it was again depopulated.

Harley's-Davidson exhibicion in Toledo.

By 1920, Harley-Davidson was the largest motorcycle manufacturer in the world. Their motorcycles were sold by dealers in 67 countries.

Roman ruins of Segobriga Archaeological site for riders.

 The Reservoirs to Úcles and Segóbriga. This classic route combines nature and art.

Easy Riders Motorbike tours of Ocana.

Easy Rider Tours specializes in adventure travel vacations including bicycle and walking trips.

Pastrana breaks world record for longest rally car jump.

While most of us saw confetti flying through the air on New Year's Eve, some lucky Californians watched as Travis Pastrana sailed through the sky to shatter the world record for the longest ever rally car jump.

Trading Four Wheels for Two, Travis Pastrana Interview.

Just back from an Easy Rider countryside tour round the sites of Pastrana.

Talavera de la Reina, municipality in the Province of Toledo.

European Championship rider...

Arenas de San Pedro, motorcycle riding beside the river

You will then head for the mountains and ride through the natural reserves

Pastrana does an amazing double backflip on his motobike.

Pastrana has been an action sports hero ever since he burst onto the motocross scene at the 1999 X-Games...

Our Motor Cycle Riding Easter Bunny is hand poured using the finest milk chocolate

Many people say that riding on motorcycles are considered to be too dangerous ...


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Trips to Talavera, plan a trip that's tailored specifically to your needs and interests

   Motorcycle Cruiser on Safer Riding on the streets of Talavera ...

Cave and Mine Adventures in Spain, Arenas de San Pedro (Avila)

Follow the river and see the sights from a unique point of view.

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