2013 Ducati Hyperstrada2013 Ducati MotorcycleThe product of some intriguing cross-pollination, the aptly named new Ducati Hyperstrada combines and expands on the new Hypermotard standard and SP platforms and creates a touring motorcycle that is a lightweight version of the Multistrada.
The new 821c Testastretta 11° is the new standard motor for the Hypermotard line, and that gives the Hyperstrada access to all the high-tech electronic trickery — ABS, traction control, power modes — that makes the most out of the 110-horsepower motor.To make it touring-worthy, the Hyperstrada gets a windscreen, bags, touring seat, and centerstand.2013 Ducati Hyperstrada Quick Stats:
ENGINE TYPE: 4vpc L-twin
BORE x STROKE: 88mm x 67.5mm
MAX Horsepower: 110 @ 9250 rpm
MAX TORQUE: 65.8 ft/lbs @ 7750 rpm
WHEELBASE: 59.1 inches
RAKE: 25.5 degrees
CURB WEIGHT: 450 pounds
PRICE: $13,295
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Our first segment introduces you to the new Arch 1s. This latest, slightly more sporting American V-twin, adds to the original KRGT1 coming from the boutique manufacturer based in Hawthorne, Southern California. Senior Editor Nic de Sena rode through Malibu with Gard Hollinger, who co-founded Arch Motorcycle with his friend, Keanu Reeves. The 1s is a unique ride for sure, and Nic explains what makes the bike really stand out.
For the entertaining story behind Arch Motorcycle from Gard Hollinger himself, you must listen to his podcast episode on Motos & Friends HERE
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In our second segment, Associate Editor Teejay Adams chats with multiple Emmy award-winning writer, Producer, Director, and actor, Thom Beers. the former Chairman & CEO of Fremantle Media North America, responsible for American Idol and America’s Got Talent.
Thom’s fertile imagination led to most of the really big reality TV shows such as ‘Deadliest Catch’ (now in its 17th season!), and many others. Of course for us in the motorcycle world, you’ll be interested to hear the genesis and story of how he started the first real fabrication reality show ‘Monster Garage’, that showcased Jesse James, and then how that led to ‘Biker Build Off’ and the ‘Zombie Choppers’ movie.
You’d imagine that most of Thom’s time is spent sitting behind a desk and on his phone. Not so. His intense stories of capturing much of the content for these shows make for some hair-raising listening.