Acumen indicator relay for Hondas with hazard lights

Acumen electronics have developed a new plug-in device designed to ensure that aftermarket mini LED indicators flash at the correct rate on the latest Honda motorcycles that are fitted with hazard lights.
Fitting mini indicators is a popular modification, particularly on super sports machines like the CBR600-RR and 1000-RR, but this often results in them [...]

Knockhill podium for Ellison

Following on from his second place finish at the last round at Oulton Park, Hydrex Bike Animal Honda rider James Ellison was once again on great form as he secured another podium finish in changeable conditions in round eight of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship at Knockhill in Scotland today.
With bright blue skies coupled with [...]

Haslam takes debut 2008 win for HM Plant Honda at Knockhill

Leon Haslam finally got his first Bennetts British Superbike win on the board for HM Plant Honda at Knockhill today. The victory in race two made up for his retirement in the first race, which was due to a misfire. His team-mate Cal Crutchlow suffered a disappointing day. He crashed in race one, before having [...]

HM Plant Honda chase successful foray north of the border at Knockhill

The HM Plant Honda team heads to Scotland for round eight of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship this weekend. In the Superbike class, Cal Crutchlow – currently second in the overall standings – and team-mate Leon Haslam, fourth, will both be aiming for wins and podium finishes at the 1.27-mile circuit.
Steve Brogan is making [...]

Honda wins the Suzuka 8-Hour and British stars put on good show

Carlos Checa celebrates winning the Suzuka 8-Hour race.
The DREAM Honda Racing Team duo of Ryuichi Kiyonari and Carlos Checa took victory at the weekend’s Suzuka 8-Hour race on the Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade, sporting a new stunning and distinctive HRC tri-colour paint scheme.
The prestigious endurance event, which is held annually as part of the World Endurance [...]

Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade road test

The first in a fairly lengthy list of road tests that I’ve been meaning to post but never got round to it. I tested this particular bike at the start of June and the piece was published in mid July. Any comments appreciated.
Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade road test.
THE bike parks were almost as impressive as the [...]