News Cycles: June 15, 2018

Jun 15, 2018

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Welcome to this week's News Cycles, Common Tread’s roundup of what’s happening on our servers and everywhere else. Every Friday, look for a collection of news, stories, and all things moto from around the web. This week: Super Cubs, ultra capacitors, and Ride to Work Day.

Nearing production: Guzzi’s V85 ADV bike

Remember that Moto Guzzi ADV concept shown at EICMA? New drawings indicate a slightly more realistic production version is on its way. I just hope they keep that ketchup-and-mustard paint job.

Moto Guzzi showed this concept at EICMA, and it looks like showrooms will get something very similar. Moto Guzzi V85 concept. Moto Guzzi photo.

Nice revisited: Honda reaches into past, brings new Monkey and Super Cub to U.S.

The long tease is over. Honda’s bringing the lovable little Monkey and the swan-like Super Cub to America. Look for them in dealerships later this year.

Sure, it's got some modern features, but it's still the spiritual descendant of the original. 2019 Honda Monkey 125. Honda photo.

Two-stroke rebuild time-lapse

If you don’t already watch them, classic vehicle insurer Hagerty has some sweet restoration videos on their YouTube channel. This week, they’re tearing into a clapped-out 1978 Kawasaki KE100. As always, the whole thing just feels satisfying. It’s also a nice first look inside a two-stroke for the curious.

Possible breakthrough for electric motorcycles

A French startup, Nawa Technologies, is working to bring a “carbon ultra-capacitor” to market. Using cheap, simple materials, the ultra-caps could provide a much-needed boost to conventional lithium batteries. And that’s not all. "We can integrate a battery into any carbon fiber structure," says founder and COO Pascal Boulanger. So maybe some frame that also stores power? Cool stuff, Nawa.

WorldSBK Record: Jonathan Rea posts his 60th win

After his Saturday victory, Jonathan Rea now holds the record for most WSBK race wins. Breaking Carl Fogarty’s 59-win record had to feel good, though crashing out of race two probably didn’t. He's already signed a two-year deal with Kawi, but maybe it's time for MotoGP after that?

CSC introduces its first electric motorcycle, the City Slicker, at $1,995

CSC’s electric Grom alternative is light on range and speed, but offers looks and a price that’s tough to beat. Spurgeon got the full scoop on this tiny ride, intended for city riders with short commutes and a sense of fun.

CSC City Slicker electric motorcycle. Photo by Joe Berk.

PSA: Ride to work day

Heads up — Monday, June 18, is Ride to Work Day! If you don’t already ride to the ol’ nine to five, wake up a little early, get that gear on, and support motorcycles and scooters as everyday transportation.

motorcycle commuting — On a motorcycle, commuting is what you make it. Just ask Lemmy. RevZilla photo.

Thanks for reading; that's all for this week! If you've got feedback or moto news you'd like to share, shoot an e-mail to commontread@revzilla.com. Check back for more News Cycles every Friday.