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- 2027 KTM 790 Duke Preview
The KTM 790 Duke, which KTM refers to as the “Scalpel,” returns for 2027 with upgrades to its chassis, electronics, styling, and ergonomics. The 790 Duke was introduced in 2017 but was replaced with the 890 Duke in 2021. In 2023, the 790 Duke returned, featuring its 799cc LC8c parallel-Twin, WP suspension with minimal adjustment options, J.Juan brakes, and 4-inch TFT display, from which riders could access ride modes and lean-sensitive ABS and traction-control settings. In 2025, it was updated with minor changes to its instrumentation, handlebar switches, and headlight cowl. 2027 KTM 790 Duke in orange The 2027 update is more significant, primarily in the chassis. The WP Apex suspension now features more adjustability, with the 43mm inverted fork with split function now getting 5-position clickers for compression damping (left) and rebound damping (right). The WP Apex rear shock offers 5-click rebound adjustability and manual preload adjustment, as well as increased travel. A WP steering damper is also standard. New WP brakes were designed in-house, and they include dual 300mm front discs paired with 4-piston radial calipers and a 240mm rear disc with a 1-piston caliper, and the rear brake lever has been repositioned to offer better accessibility. The chromium molybdenum tubular steel frame returns, but the subframe is new, featuring a cast-aluminum design that incorporates the airbox and side air intakes. The cast-aluminum end cap is powdercoated. The LC8c engine returns unchanged, but it’s now paired with a new muffler. The muffler cover has been removed, and the construction eliminates visible welds by using a rolled construction. The only weld seam is located on the lower inner side and is hidden from view. A new cast-aluminum end cap has been added to cover the end-cap weld seam. A new heel guard on the passenger footpegs adds heat protection. The bike also features a new headlight design, taking cues from the 990 Duke and 1390 Super Duke R Evo. It’s made from a lightweight, glass-fiber-reinforced plastic and features the position and daytime running lights on the out edge and a centrally located low beam. The menu structure of the 5-inch TFT display has been redesigned to offer faster access to features in fewer clicks. The TFT display has been redesigned to be more user-friendly. The bodywork has been updated to provide more rider comfort by removing pressure points. The front fairing is now… [TheTopNews] Read More.1 day ago - Giant Eagle sues insurance broker over opioid suits
Retailer claims Aon jeopardized retailer’s right to $40 million in coverage [TheTopNews] Read More.1 day ago - This LPFM Fills a Rock Music Format Void
This is the third in a series about the author’s experiences helping to launch and operate WDOG(LP) “The Rock Dog.” Read Dan’s first feature in the series, “It’s the People Who Craft a Career in Radio,” and his second, “In New Philadelphia, the ‘L’ in LPFM Stands for Local.” We continue our “Building Radio” venture by turning our attention to the programming and identity of WDOG(LP), the LPFM station I helped launch in New Philadelphia, Ohio. First, a quick nod of appreciation: the “Big Dog” is WDOG(FM) in Allendale, S.C. My sincere thanks go out to Good Radio Broadcasting for allowing our “little dog” to use the call letters for our LPFM. As we all know, branding, marketing and promotion are massive pieces of radio’s success puzzle. Unlike the old days of print media, we aren’t the only game in town, nor are we the only station hitting the local market. It takes exceptional branding and smart programming to stand out. From a technical standpoint, you want to stand out by delivering a clean, high-quality audio signal. But most importantly, the ultimate differentiator is localism — offering something worth listening to that is genuinely relevant to the audience. 105.9 WDOG(LP)’s coverage area, depicted by Longley-Rice, in the RadioLand app. Prior to going on the air in July 2024, a significant amount of research went into finding a format and market position where we could broadcast to a large enough audience. We wanted to ensure we weren’t simply filling the void of “Amish metal polkas.” To put it another way, programming voids always exist, but do those voids create a legitimate need for a broadcaster? Would sending MP3 players pre-loaded with a customized playlist out to all three listeners of that highly specialized genre justify the expense? I say this tongue in cheek, but I have always maintained that we are in the broadcast business. Our goal is to capture the largest possible audience to justify the expense and the responsibility of holding an FCC license. I have encountered tightly targeted narrowcasting formats that I simply couldn’t imagine more than 1% of the total listening audience wanting to hear 24/7. Specialized programming certainly has its place, but it serves the audience best when tucked strategically inside a broader format. Tuscarawas County’s rock station After determining that a rock format was wide open in our market — with outside signals failing to… [TheTopNews] Read More.1 day ago - 2026 Indian Sport Scout RT Review
The 2026 Indian Sport Scout RT is new club-style cruiser that adds hard saddlebags to the Sport Scout. (Photos by Kevin Wing) When Indian revamped its popular Scout platform for 2025, it rolled out five new/updated models: 101 Scout, Scout Bobber, Scout Classic, Sport Scout, and Super Scout. Of these, only the Super Scout came with road-trip-ready saddlebags and a windshield. For 2026, Indian added a sixth model to the lineup, the Sport Scout RT, which adds a pair of hard saddlebags to the Sport Scout. The popularity of baggers isn’t likely to diminish anytime soon, so adding another saddlebag-equipped model to Indian’s top-selling Scout platform makes sense. Like the Sport Chief RT that debuted last year, the Sport Scout RT is a club-style cruiser that has a 19-inch front wheel, 5.5-inch moto-style bar risers, a sport-style solo seat, compact saddlebags, and a quarter fairing with a small windscreen. The Indian Sport Scout RT’s saddlebags look sharp but they don’t offer much storage capacity. What’s in a Name? The “RT” in the name implies “Road Tourer,” but in reality, the Sport Scout RT is better suited to short hops. Its top-loading, lockable saddlebags hold only 5 gallons each. At most we were able to cram a jacket and a pair of gloves into one of the bags. If you’re a toothbrush-and-a-credit-card kind of traveler, then the RT may be just the bike for you. The Sport Scout RT’s hard saddlebags are top loaders that have a hinge in front and a locking clasp at the rear. The form-fitting bags are shaped to wrap tightly around the rear of the bike. Comfort is another important consideration when laying down the miles. The RT’s bikini fairing deflects some wind, but it’s more about looks than true weather protection. And the bike’s compact dimensions, clamshell seating position, limited rear suspension travel, and 3.4-gallon tank do not lend themselves to long-hauling. Unless you dig into Indian’s accessory catalog, your significant other will need to stay at home. Despite its short wheelbase, the Indian Sport Scout RT has a long and low profile. Its seat height is just 25.7 inches. GEAR UP Helmet: Shoei GT-Air 3 Jacket: Cortech Meta Hoodie Airbag Vest: Alpinestars Tech-Air 5 Plasma Gloves: Cortech Sport Lite Pants: Cortech AA Dyneema Jeans Boots: Cortech Slayer Checkered Shoes The Indian Sport Scout… [TheTopNews] Read More.1 day ago - Suspect ‘neutralized’ after Montreal shooting leaves at least 2 dead...
A gunman was "neutralized" Monday following a shooting in Montreal that left one police officer and one other person dead. Authorities told Fox News that the shooting happened at the Côte-des-Neiges neighborhood of the city. Côte-des-Neiges neighborhood of the city.A second officer is in critical condition.This story is breaking. Please check back for updates. [TheTopNews] Read More.1 day ago - Newsom’s political defense faces skepticism as DOJ investigation continues
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is blaming politics for a Department of Justice investigation into his and his wife Jennifer Siebel Newsom's finances, but one critic says that explanation does little to address the conduct that drew federal scrutiny in the first place."We don't know whether these investigations are politically motivated or not," California Post opinion editor Joel Pollak told FOX Business."It didn't help John Bolton when he said that the investigation into his misuse of classified information was politically motivated. He just recently pleaded guilty, so that doesn't actually explain whether Newsom is guilty or not."Pollak said the controversy extends beyond charitable donations and centers on so-called "behested payments" — contributions solicited by elected officials for causes or organizations they support.GAVIN NEWSOM CLAIMS TRUMP ORDERED DOJ PROBE TARGETING HIM AND HIS WIFEIn Newsom's case, Pollak noted that some of the payments were directed to organizations linked to Newsom's wife, Jennifer Siebel Newsom, raising questions about potential conflicts of interest."It wasn't just charitable donations," Pollak said."He was fined for failing to report what are called behested payments... and if Newsom were being honest with the voters of California, he would come clean about what these behested payments are, instead of waiting until beyond the deadline to account for them," he added.Pollak argued that the arrangement creates the appearance that donors could receive favorable treatment from the governor.CNN PANELIST COMPARES HUNTER BIDEN, GAVIN NEWSOM MASH UP TO 'WEIRD TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES’The governor has accused the Trump Department of Justice's investigation of being politically motivated and linked it to his expected 2028 presidential run."After calling for my arrest last year, Donald Trump directed his Department of Justice to investigate me," Newsom said in a video statement. "And just in the last week, I’ve learned his campaign has reached my own home: to get me, he’s coming after my wife, Jen."In a statement to Fox News, Jennifer Siebel Newsom blasted the Trump administration for the alleged overreach."There are clearly no boundaries to what Donald Trump will do to get his way or to challenge those who get in his way. This is not presidential behavior, and the Governor and I will continue to speak truth to power because the American people deserve so much more," she said.GET FOX BUSINESS ON THE GO BY CLICKING HEREThe California governor's office previously referred Fox News Digital to a fact sheet claiming that federal investigators spent months trying to… [TheTopNews] Read More.1 day ago
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