Articles By Bart Madson - Managing Editor

Bart Madson
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Be it bike tests, feature stories or racing reports Madson has been scribbling at Motorcycle USA for almost a half decade. He rides whatever’s in the MCUSA garage - just don’t ask him to wheelie.

2009 Moto Guzzi Stelvio Review

Monday, February 23, 2009
Named after the famed Italian Alpine pass, the Moto Guzzi Stelvio takes a gander at GS-like motorcycle adventure touring with its trademark Guzzi V-Twin.

MotoGP Rules Cut Costs and Practices

Wednesday, February 18, 2009
MotoGP track time schedule changes and bike restrictions headline rule ammendments made by the Grand Prix Commission.

2009 Aprilia Mana 850 Review

Monday, February 16, 2009
Motorcycle USA tests the Piaggio Group’s pitch for the entry-level motorcycle rider with its user-friendly automatic transmission street bike – the Aprilia Mana 850.

Mission One Electric Superbike Revealed

Wednesday, February 11, 2009
A production electric superbike capable of 150mph and 150-mile range? Mission Motors makes the bold claim with its Mission One electric motorcycle.

2009 AMA Road Racers Test Fontana

Thursday, February 05, 2009
The AMA Pro Road Racing Series got in some testing this weekend at Fontana, with Mladin and the gang turning laps a month before the Daytona opener.

Sportbike Suspension Tuning Book Review

Thursday, February 05, 2009
In his informative book, Motojournalist Andrew Trevitt imparts his wisdom on the complex world of sportbike suspension and tuning.

Christini AWD Supermoto First Look

Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Philadelphia’s Christini Technologies is taking its all-wheel-drive motorcycle design to the streets with the unveiling of its AWD SuperMoto.

Icon Airframe Motorcycle Helmet Review

Tuesday, January 20, 2009
When it comes to motorcycle gear, you never skimp on the helmet. Check out Motorcycle USA's review of the Icon Airframe Helmet.

Supercross Anaheim II Results

Saturday, January 17, 2009
Stewart and Reed continue their Supercross championship duel in Anaheim. Find out who won the Anaheim II Supercross and Supercross Lites main events right here at Motorcycle USA.

2009 Vespa GTS 300 Scooter US Debut

Friday, January 16, 2009
The fastest Vespa scooter gets a bigger motor and even faster with the Italian scooter firm unveiling the GTS 300 Super at New York motorcycle show.

Harley Motorcycle Stock Rating Drops

Tuesday, January 13, 2009
More bad economic news for the motorcycle industry comes with national media reports about Harley-Davidson troubles.

Peugeot HYbrid3 Compressor Scooter

Friday, January 09, 2009
A three-wheeled scooter concept from French auto maker Peugot melds the worlds of bike and car.

Florida Court Ruling on ATV Death

Wednesday, January 07, 2009
A recent ruling by the Florida Supreme Court could have devastating implications for youth motorcycle and ATV riding in the state.

Honda Oree Electric Motorcycle Concept

Tuesday, January 06, 2009
Two German college students are responsible for the Oree, a sleek-looking electric motorcycle concept bearing the Honda moniker.

Joe Rocket Alter Ego 2.0 Jacket Review

Thursday, January 01, 2009
The Joe Rocket Alter Ego 2.0 Jacket survived through the riding season. Read Motorcycle USA's report on how it weathered the storm.

2010 KYMCO Quannon 150 First Look

Tuesday, December 23, 2008
KYMCO unveils a zippy entry-level sportbike with its single-cylinder Quannon 150.

Honda Plans for Electric Motorcycle

Monday, December 22, 2008
Amid dire economic results, Honda is pushing forward with promise of an electric motorcycle released in about two year's time.

Faster Ultimate Edition DVD Review

Tuesday, December 16, 2008
The ultimate MotoGP film now comes in an Ultimate Collector’s Edition, with its sequel and a bonus film – The Doctor, The Tornado and The Kentucky Kid.

Honda Exits AMA Roadracing Series

Monday, December 15, 2008
American Honda pulls the plug on its factory team in the DMG-owned AMA Roadracing Series.

Bayliss Competes in Race of Champions

Monday, December 15, 2008
Troy Bayliss tries his hand at four-wheeled racing during the 2008 Race of Champions.
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