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2023 Bonneville Motorcycle Speed Trials Canceled For Second Year In A Row

The 2023 Bonneville Motorcycle Speed Trials, an official Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM) Land Speed World Records event, has been canceled for the second year in a row. Last year, the event was canceled due to flooding in the area. Despite closely monitoring the conditions, organizers determined that the course conditions would not allow the event to take place as scheduled. This year, the event has been canceled again due to significant rain resulting from Hurricane Hilary. The Bonneville Salt Flats are currently covered in water, making it impossible for the event to proceed. This news is disappointing for the motorcycle land speed racing community and the FIM. Many participants had planned to travel back from the 2023 Bolivia Speed Trials to attend the Bonneville Motorcycle Speed Trials. The organizers express their disappointment and assure everyone that they look forward to bringing back world-class FIM and AMA motorcycle land speed racing to the Bonneville Salt Flats in the future. Let’s hope for smoother conditions in 2024.

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Ranking the Top 10 Italian Motorcycles Ever Made, from Worst to Best

For fans of the Triumph Bonneville, the Moto Guzzi V7 is a natural choice. It is considered one of the best motorcycles ever produced by Moto Guzzi. This motorcycle combines classic design, a 90-degree 850cc V-twin engine, and a comfortable two-tier saddle. Introduced in 1967 and still being produced today, the V7 remains one of the most popular bikes from the Italian brand. In 2021, the V7 received a major update to celebrate Moto Guzzi’s centenary.

The new version of the V7 is more than just a simple makeover. The engine has been borrowed from the Moto Guzzi V85 TT, resulting in the brand’s most advanced and efficient power unit to date. The bike has also received various enhancements, including a wider rear wheel, larger exhaust pipes, and sturdier shock absorbers. LED lighting has replaced the previous halogen bulbs, and steel accents have been added throughout to give the bike a premium feel.

While the V7 excels in terms of fit and finish, it is not loaded with the latest technology, which is in line with its classic design. Riders seeking advanced rider assists and a full TFT screen might prefer a Ducati Multistrada or the aforementioned V85 TT. However, the V7 does offer basic features such as traction control, ABS brakes, and an inset LCD that displays the time and odometer reading. Many motorcyclists appreciate the unassuming nature of the Moto Guzzi V7, as it focuses on delivering a stylish riding experience without trying too hard to be something it’s not. That’s why it ranks well on this list of great Italian motorcycles.