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The Honda Foundation announced this years' Honda Prize will be awarded to Dr. Ian Frazer for his contribution to the development of the world's first cervical cancer vaccines.

While there are a number of artists out there who can create a great custom paintjob, one of the most impressive artists we've come across is Caleb Milne of 'Lucky Caleb' Custom Paint in Cannon Hill, QLD.

Just as we were about to send this issue to press came the shock news that Buell will cease production. Parent company Harley-Davidson, who purchased Buell in 1998, made the announcement on October 15th that the Buell brand will be discounted, with the last models rolling off the lines in late October, before the Wisconsin plant closes for good on December 18th.

BMW Motorrad Australia has unveiled its 2010 G 450 X ahead of its market introduction in January.

Husqvarna TC 450 rider Mark Savage has set a new world record for a 24 hour Moto Cross endurance event held on the weekend of the 26th and 27th of September at Jimboomba in Queensland.

Husqvarna Motorcycles new world headquarters has been opened at Cassinetta di Biandronno (Varese).

Winning scooter double from Kymco. On the back of partnerships with Kawasaki and a growing component manufacturing element to their business, Kymco have been coming up with some impressive numbers recently, and the latest figures to impress are '8', '125' and '50'

While at last year's Italian Motorcycle Display day at the Melbourne Museum, this Honda caught our eye, partly because it was the only Jap bike in the vicinity of an Italian bike show, but mostly for its bold custom paint job.

Christmas isn't too far away, which means Summer is literally around the corner, too. If you think you need new riding gear for the hotter months, check out the offerings on these pages and start dropping some hints!

Bit of a mongrel, this month's feature bike. But I mean that in the nicest possible way!

Chinese bikes have tended to get a bit of a bad rap in the past, not least for their styling.

The first shipment of the new highly anticipated Husqvarna TC 250 has arrived.

The name Tenere has been synonymous with off road adventures ever since the original dual sport machine was first launched in the early 1980s.

Honda's "Champions Dinner" has sold out well over a month before the GP leadup event, with racing fans seizing the opportunity to spend an evening with MotoGP racing stars, Dani Pedrosa and Andrea Dovizioso from Repsol Honda.

Suzuki's popular Boulevard M50 muscle cruiser has been given a new look, with bolder and sleeker styling for the 2010 model.

In perhaps one of the most anticipated historic motor-cycling events, fans at Britain's Goodwood Revival will have the opportunity to see some absolute motorcycling legends compete in September.

Better known for their scooters, Kymco also have an impressive selection of regular, learner-legal motorcycles that are worth considering.

The adoption of LAMS across most Australian States has opened up the options for learner rides tremendously.

Korean manufacturer Hyosung is at the forefront of LAMS options, with its 11-strong line-up of motorcycles (cruisers, sports and naked) and scooters all meeting the new guidelines.

Full Grand Prix Schedule!

Visitors to the 2009 Sydney Motorcycle Show will not only get to check out the latest offerings from the two wheel world, they will also get the chance to rub shoulders with some of its biggest identities.

Chopper enthusiasts face a lot of frustration during their learner period, as there isn't much out there that offers genuine chopper style that's still LAMS approved.

Honda's VT400 is proving to be a winner with both LAMS riders as well as those wanting classic cruiser styling at a price that won't break the bank.