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- The Hasan Piker Question
Like late-summer humidity, Hasan Piker hangs heavy over the discourse.At a rally on Monday, Vice President Vance brought up the hard-left streamer in an attempt to paint the Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed as anti-American. Last week, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries called Piker’s recent statements about Jewish Americans “dangerous and anti-Semitic.” Senators Jon Ossoff, Cory Booker, and Jacky Rosen said much the same. Facing questions about a totally different set of Piker comments, Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez hustled into an elevator.Some Democrats are trying to dismiss the 35-year-old political commentator as irrelevant. He’s just “a streamer in California,” El-Sayed said on Saturday, waving off questions from reporters. Piker himself has spent the past week casting himself as the victim of hysteria. “I have become this media cycle’s ‘trans athletes’ or ‘migrant caravan,’” he posted on X.But it was El-Sayed who first made Piker central to his campaign by bringing him out on the trail, partying poolside with him at an influencer event, and celebrating with him during his Election Night rally. In his thousands of hours of streaming, Piker has produced a dense catalog of comments spanning the spectrum from stupid to incredibly offensive, including several iterations of the phrase “I hate America” and, perhaps most memorably, that “America deserved 9/11.” (He quickly attempted to walk it back.) Piker also flaunts his authoritarian sympathies, calling Mao Zedong “one of the great leaders of this world” and counting the collapse of the Soviet Union among the “catastrophes” of the 20th century. Last week, he warned that “eventually someone is going to come around and take action” against American Jews who are “singularly invested in Israel.” [Read: What El-Sayed does next matters ]Hasan Piker is part of the conversation now. He has become central to the Republican strategy in Michigan, where El-Sayed will continue to be asked about him. So, too, will Democrats across the country. The question ahead of November is whether their answers will satisfy voters.El-Sayed has moved away from Piker since winning the primary last month. The streamer has not been on the trail in Michigan. “I have spoken with the good doctor,” Representative Jim Clyburn told reporters of El-Sayed, who has a medical degree. “He has apologized. He says he will not campaign with Piker anymore.” After Piker’s comments last week about American Jews, El-Sayed said in a statement that anti-Semitism is a “scourge” and that “I stand against… [TheTopNews] Read More.2 weeks ago - Motor School with Quinn Redeker: Raging Against the Machines
Motorcycle riders are not the king of the jungle. Yes, putting on a heavy motorcycle jacket, strapping on a helmet and gloves, and firing up our bike can generate an intoxicating blend of confidence, endorphins, and the perception of invincibility. But the fact is that any pimply faced teen armed with nothing more than a Smart car will overpower even the biggest, toughest motorcycle rider on the planet without misspelling a single word in their text message. And that got me thinking. In the concrete jungle, motorcycles are at the bottom of the food chain, so we need to be prepared when we head out on the street. (Photos by Kevin Wing) Motorcycling makes us 4-5 times more likely to be injured per mile traveled when compared to driving a car, so it makes sense that we should take training classes and wear high-quality protective apparel. But what do we do to prepare for road rage situations? Not worth a conversation, you say? Research shows that road rage incidents have increased dramatically over the past 10 years. So yeah, I think it warrants a discussion. But rather than just examining road rage, I’d like to walk through a few ideas on how to best mitigate it. My goal today is to get you to think sensibly and strategically about getting from place to place safely when faced with a road rage incident. But understand, there are a myriad of possible scenarios that might play out and a wide range of training and experience in this room right now, so think of this as food for thought. If you have a better plan that contradicts anything we discuss, absolutely implement it and keep yourself safe. Heavy traffic and delays: When people are jammed up in heavy traffic, they can get agitated and angry. Especially if they are already late for traffic court. So imagine their further frustration when they see you in the rearview, bobbing and weaving as you work your way through gaps in traffic. In states where lane splitting is legal, drivers may feel like you’re cheating. Mix it all together, and it can be enough to light the fuse. Of course, not everybody loses control and acts, but some do, so we need to plan for things like vehicles cutting into our path of travel, blocking us, or possibly opening their door as… [TheTopNews] Read More.2 weeks ago - 2027 Norton Atlas Review—The Motorcycle With Everything to Prove
There are few names in motorcycling that stir the imagination quite like Norton. Long before the superbike horsepower wars and tales of adventure motorcycles conquering continents, Norton earned its reputation on racetracks and winding British roads. The company’s legendary Manx racers dominated the Tourist Trophy on the Isle of Man for decades, while the Commando became one of the defining motorcycles of its era. For generations of enthusiasts, the Norton name represented speed, innovation, and unmistakable British character. Unfortunately, reputation isn’t built on heritage alone. Ride modes let the Atlas adapt to changing conditions and changing moods, putting the character of the bike at your fingertips. Photos: Norton Motorcycles The last few decades have been rather arduous for the iconic manufacturer. Ownership changes, financial troubles, failed promises, and eventual insolvency threatened to reduce Norton to little more than a nostalgic footnote in motorcycling history. Then in 2020, TVS Motor Company, an Indian multinational motorcycle manufacturer, acquired the brand, investing heavily in new facilities, engineering, and quality control. Its goal was to revive Norton as a legitimate premium motorcycle manufacturer. Which brings us to the Atlas. More than just another middleweight motorcycle, the Atlas represents an opportunity for Norton and its parent company, TVS, to demonstrate what the brand can become under new leadership. While nostalgia may get riders into the showroom, only a well-engineered motorcycle will convince them to sign on the dotted line. What’s in a name? The Atlas name carries far more significance than you might imagine. Unlike many modern model names invented by a marketing department, “Atlas” is rooted in Norton’s own history and represents one of the company’s most important turning points. The original Norton Atlas debuted in 1962 as an evolution of the Dominator parallel-Twin. American riders – one of Norton’s most important customer bases – were demanding larger, faster motorcycles capable of cruising comfortably at the higher speeds made possible by the expanding U.S. highway system. In response, Norton enlarged its proven 650cc Dominator engine to 745cc, creating the Atlas. At the time, the Atlas was one of the fastest production motorcycles available. Its overhead-valve parallel-Twin produced around 50 horsepower – an impressive figure in the early 1960s – and could top 120 mph under ideal conditions. It retained Norton’s renowned Featherbed frame, which was widely considered the finest-handling motorcycle chassis of its era. The combination of strong performance and exceptional handling… [TheTopNews] Read More.2 weeks ago - 2027 Motorcycle Buyers Guide
This 2027 motorcycle buyers guide highlights new or significantly updated street-legal models available in the U.S. We will continually update this guide as new models are available, so be sure to bookmark this page and check back often. Check out our 2026 Motorcycle Buyers Guide: New Street Models Organized in alphabetical order by manufacturer, our guide includes photos, pricing, key update info, and links to first looks or – when available – Rider‘s first rides, road tests, and video reviews of the motorcycles. 2027 BMW F 450 GS The 2027 BMW F 450 GS will arrive to the U.S. in late 2026 or early 2027. The GS Trophy variant is shown in these photos. The new 2027 BMW F 450 GS features a new liquid-cooled 420cc parallel-Twin engine that is said to deliver 48 hp at 8,750 rpm and 32 lb-ft of torque at 6,750 rpm. It comes with a 6-speed transmission and a stainless-steel exhaust system. Standard equipment includes three ride modes (Rain, Road, and Enduro), lean-sensitive ABS Pro, Dynamic Brake Control, Dynamic Traction Control, and Engine Drag Torque Control. The bike features a tubular steel frame and a wheelbase of 57.7 inches. It uses KYB suspension with 7.1 inches of travel front and rear. Brakes are supplied by Brembo, and it rides on cross-spoke 19-inch front and 17-inch rear wheels with tubeless tires. The standard two-piece seat sits at a height of 33.3 inches. Also included as standard are heated grips, a USB-C charging port, and a 6.5-inch TFT display with Bluetooth connectivity. Pricing has not yet been announced. Read our 2027 BMW F 450 GS Preview 2027 CFMOTO Ibex 950 CFMOTO has expanded its adventure lineup with the introduction of the manufacturer’s third ADV, the 2027 CFMOTO Ibex 950. The Ibex 950 is powered by a 946cc parallel-Twin that makes a claimed 112 hp and 77.5 lb-ft of torque. The Ibex 950 is well-equipped on the technology front, with multiple ride modes, cruise control, tire-pressure monitoring, cornering ABS, traction control, and an up/down quickshifter as standard. The KYB suspension is fully adjustable, including the 48mm fork and rear monoshock, both offering 9 inches of travel. Spoked wheels come in 21-inch front and 18-inch rear sizes and are wrapped in Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tires. Brembo braking components include dual 320mm front discs. The bike also comes with a 22-position adjustable steering damper, an adjustable windscreen, heated… [TheTopNews] Read More.2 weeks ago - Aerostich R-3 Suit Review
It seems fitting that my last Gear Lab review as a full‑time staffer is for the Aerostich R‑3 suit. When I was the FNG in 2008, one of my first assignments was to review Aerostich’s Roadcrafter suit, the R‑3’s predecessor. Andy Goldfine, founder and owner of Aerostich and inventor of the Roadcrafter, made it a policy to provide every motorcycle magazine editor with one of his suits. That was when Cycle World, Motorcyclist, Sport Rider, and other titles were still going strong. Here in Southern California, you could always identify a motojournalist out on the road. They were the ones wearing a Roadcrafter and a backpack while riding a cruiser or sportbike, the convenience of the easy‑on, easy‑off, wear‑it‑over‑street‑clothes suit, not to mention its crash and weather protection, making it the go‑to choice for daily riding gear. Introduced in 2018, he R-3 was the third generation of the Roadcrafter and features a utilitarian design that includes fit adjusters, reflective panels, and numerous pockets. Goldfine invented the original Roadcrafter in 1983. Back then, leather was worn for crash protection and denim was worn for comfort. A riding suit made of Cordura textile, especially one that looked like a snowmobile suit, was unheard of. Goldfine fought an uphill battle to convince motorcyclists that he was on to something. Motorcycle magazines began to sing the praises of the Roadcrafter, word spread from rider to rider in those pre‑internet days, and before long it became the preferred suit among commuters, touring riders, and the Iron Butt crowd. See all of Rider‘s apparel reviews here. The R‑3, so named because it’s the third generation of the Roadcrafter, was introduced in 2018, 35 years after the original was introduced. Goldfine spent a lot of time getting the Roadcrafter design right in the first place, and later versions have been thoughtful evolutions rather than complete overhauls. Head over to Aerostich.com and you’ll find various options to choose from in both men’s and women’s cuts: R‑3 one‑piece suits in Standard, Light, and Light Tactical versions; Roadcrafter Classic suits in one‑piece, two‑piece Standard, and two‑piece Light versions; and one‑piece and two‑piece versions of the Cousin Jeremy suit, a waxed‑cotton rendition of the Roadcrafter Classic. What they all have in common is Aerostich’s trademark dual‑zipper closure: one long zipper from the neck down to the inside of the left ankle and a shorter zipper down the inside of the right leg. With practice, putting the… [TheTopNews] Read More.3 weeks ago - The Air Marshals Keeping Watch On Eric SwalwellOn August 8, former Representative Eric Swalwell boarded a United Airlines flight from Frankfurt, Germany, to Washington, D.C. He didn’t know it, but federal agents were watching him throughout the nine-hour trip.The FBI had asked the Federal Air Marshal Service to covertly monitor Swalwell on board and to watch him use his electronic devices, to see whether its officers could visually ascertain his passcodes, according to records I obtained that have not previously been reported on. Air marshals are trained to blend in with other passengers and quietly keep tabs on their subjects, who are usually suspected terrorists or potential hijackers, not politicians.But Swalwell is an enemy of sorts to the Trump administration. For years, the Democrat has been one of Donald Trump’s most visible political antagonists, having served as a manager in the president’s second impeachment trial. Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller has called Swalwell a “scumbag” on national television. And FBI Director Kash Patel, the leader of the agency that wanted Swalwell monitored, described him as one of the “corrupt actors of the first order” in his 2023 book, Government Gangsters.The directive for air-marshal surveillance said that Swalwell was the “focus” of an FBI investigation, but it didn’t provide additional details. Law enforcement has good reason to investigate the 45-year-old. This past spring, a former staff member accused Swalwell of twice raping her while she was intoxicated. A woman in California accused Swalwell of drugging and raping her after he’d promised to assist with her career. Three more women have accused Swalwell of making unwanted advances and sending them lewd text messages, including nude pictures of himself. Swalwell has denied the allegations, but authorities in Los Angeles and Manhattan have opened a criminal investigation. In April, as the number of accusers mounted, Swalwell suspended his campaign for governor of California and resigned from his seat in Congress.A week after the flight from Germany, Swalwell got off another plane at San Francisco International Airport. FBI agents were waiting for him with a search warrant. They seized his mobile phone and personal computer. (It’s not clear whether, by that point, the FBI knew the passcodes to unlock those devices.) The next day, agents searched Swalwell’s home in Washington, D.C. Documents filed in federal court in California suggest that the bureau is investigating Swalwell in connection with the sexual-assault cases in Los Angeles and New York.Despite the seriousness of the… [TheTopNews] Read More.3 weeks ago
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