A 40-year-old man from Wailuku tragically suffered life-threatening injuries in a motorcycle crash at Ting’s Bridge on Saturday night.
The accident was reported at 11:46 p.m. on March 8, occurring on West Kaʻahumanu Avenue, approximately 726 feet west of Lunalilo Street.
According to preliminary police reports, a black 2023 Harley Davidson Sportster was heading west on West Kaʻahumanu Avenue when it strayed to the right over the solid white fog line, hitting a curb and embankment before crashing head-on into the northeast corner of the retaining wall at Tings Bridge.
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As a result of the crash, the rider sustained fatal injuries and was declared dead at the scene.
Authorities reported that the rider was not wearing a helmet during the incident. Investigations into the potential roles of speed, drugs, and alcohol are still ongoing.
This marks Maui County’s fourth traffic fatality of 2025, in contrast to two fatalities at the same time last year.
The limited-edition 2025 CVO Road Glide RR boasts a 2,153 cc engine producing 153 hp and 150 lb-ft (204 Nm).
Harley-Davidson has incorporated high-quality components, including Öhlins shocks and Brembo brakes.
Only 131 units of this limited-series motorcycle will be manufactured, exclusively for the U.S. market.
When envisioning a race-ready motorcycle, the name Harley-Davidson likely doesn’t come to mind. Yet the iconic American brand, facing significant challenges in recent years, is now vying with Indian in the King of the Baggers racing series, where their formidable touring bikes are dominating some of the finest racetracks in the United States.
To celebrate its circuit achievements, Harley Davidson has introduced a street-legal version of its race motorcycle, the 2025 CVO Road Glide RR. Not only is it the most powerful Harley ever made for the road, but it also comes with a heart-stopping price tag of $110,000. For context, that’s nearly equivalent to a brand-new Chevy Corvette Z06, which starts at $112,100. Just another typical day in Harley-land.
Engine: Beyond Just Size
The standout feature of this remarkable bike is undoubtedly the engine. It’s an impressive 2,153 cc (2.2-liter) V-twin, which provides more displacement than many well-known performance hatchbacks. This giant engine generates 153 horsepower and 150 lb-ft (204 Nm) of torque. While the horsepower might seem modest compared to some sportbikes exceeding 200 hp, the torque figures tell a different story. For comparison, the BMW M 1000 RR, a top-tier sportbike, produces merely 83 lb-ft (113 Nm) from its smaller 999 cc engine.
It’s not solely the engine that impresses. Harley has equipped the bike with a complete titanium exhaust from Akrapovic and cutting-edge Brembo brakes. When fluids are included, it weighs in at 785 lbs (356 kg), making it easy to understand why it requires substantial torque to accelerate. Although Harley hasn’t released any performance stats, it is expected to be exceedingly fast.
No performance motorcycle would be complete without state-of-the-art suspension, and the Road Glide RR delivers. Premium Öhlins suspension has been fitted front and rear, and it’s fully adjustable. Additionally, a plethora of lightweight carbon fiber components has been included to help justify the steep pricing. A Rockford Fosgate audio system rounds out the premium features.
Exclusivity Comes with a Cost
If you’re fortunate (or perhaps unfortunate, depending on your viewpoint) enough to have the funds, be aware that only 131 units of the 2025 CVO Road Glide RR will be produced, all intended for the U.S. market. If you’ve ever dreamed of owning a race-inspired touring motorcycle priced like a high-performance sports car… this is your chance. Just remember to consider a second mortgage to cover it.
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A motorcycle passenger was tragically killed in a collision in East Westwood early Monday, according to Cincinnati police.
Police reported that officers arrived around 12:31 a.m. to examine the accident at the 2300 block of Westwood Northern Boulevard.
A 24-year-old man, riding a 2012 Harley Davidson motorcycle, was traveling westbound near McHenry Avenue when he lost control, hit the curb, and left the roadway, as stated by police.
Both the motorcycle operator and his passenger, 30-year-old Catherine Reid Duffy, were thrown off the bike. According to police and the Hamilton County Coroner’s Office, Duffy succumbed to her injuries at the scene.
The driver, whose name has not yet been disclosed, was taken to the University of Cincinnati Medical Center with injuries that are not deemed life-threatening.
Authorities encourage anyone with information regarding the crash to reach out to the Cincinnati Police Department’s traffic division at 513-352-2514.
