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Inspiration Friday: 60 Years of Dreams, Innovations and Wins

May 29, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Even though racing tracks are quiet, stands are empty and the smell of hotdogs and popcorn are gone, we haven’t forgotten the recent heydays of live racing action, thrills, chills and spills on the raceway! […]

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Situation Forces Cancellation of 2020 Yamaha YXZ1000R SuperFinale

May 29, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Due to the ongoing crisis situation, Yamaha Motor Europe has taken the difficult decision to cancel this year’s YXZ1000R SuperFinale event, which was scheduled to take place during the Baja Portalegre in Portugal in October. […]

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Ducati launches a fundraiser to support the Policlinico di S.Orsola in Bologna

May 29, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Ducati launches #raceagainstCovid, a fundraiser organized by the Borgo Panigale company in favour of the Policlinico di S.Orsola of Bologna, an excellence of the territory as well as one of the largest hospitals in Italy. […]

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MotoGP Team Suzuki Ecstar’s Joan Mir at British GP Silverstone

May 29, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – May 29 Team Suzuki Ecstar’s Joan Mir will be on the start line at the British GP at Silverstone this weekend for the Michelin® Virtual British Grand Prix. This fifth […]

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2020 MotoAmerica Superbike season stats again this weekend at Road America

May 29, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Attack Performance Yamaha Racing Team Ready to Roll at Road America After the long wait to get the green light for racing to start up, the Monster Energy Attack Performance Yamaha Racing team […]

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New Ducati Superleggera V4: Dedicated to all dreamers says CEO

May 29, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Dreams matter The moment we have all been waiting for has finally arrived. We share our further step towards engineering excellence with you, Ducati enthusiasts around the world. Every product we craft is a declaration […]

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Virtual MotoGP – Live British GP Silverstone Circuit Follows Moto2 & Moto3

May 29, 2020 Michael Le Pard

This weekend, 31st May 2020, starting at 3 PM (Italian Time), MotoGP riders, but also some protagonists of Moto2 and Moto3, will return to compete with the MotoGP 20 videogame during the Virtual British GP, […]

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Sim Racing: Ferrari Crashes at IMSA iRacing Pro Series Virgina

May 29, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. The fifth and penultimate race of the IMSA iRacing Pro Series season at ‘Virginia International Raceway’ (USA) marked the first time that BMW drivers were unable to convert the great pace of the virtual […]

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Sim Racing: Realistic down to the smallest detail

May 29, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. After about half a year of intensive development work, the BMW M4 GT4 is set to make its virtual debut on the sim racing platform iRacing in June. To make sure that the BMW […]

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2021 Beta RR Off-Road 2-Stroke Range Details & Photos

May 28, 2020 Michael Le Pard

  “…a competitive motorcycle without ripping your arms off”   The Off Road Kings Return for 2021 Beta USA is releasing the first pictures and details of the 2021 RR off road 2-stroke range. The […]

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MV Agusta Hires Visionary Creator of Iconic Brands as Group Marketing Director

May 28, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Varese, May 28, 2020 – MV Agusta is announcing the appointment of Filippo Bassoli to the position of Group Marketing Director, effective June 1st, 2020. Bassoli will report to MV Agusta’s CEO Timur Sardarov and […]

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Jack Miller Joins Ducati Team for the 2021 MotoGP season

May 27, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Ducati Corse is pleased to announce that Jack Miller will be one of the two official Ducati Team riders in the 2021 MotoGP World Championship. The company from Borgo Panigale and the 25-year-old Australian rider […]

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Win a Motorcycle Ride w/ Jason Momoa + Any 2020 Harley Motorcycle & H-D Gear

May 27, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Harley-Davidson and motorcycle enthusiast, Jason Momoa, have accepted the Fanatics founder Michael Rubin’s ALL IN Challenge to help make a positive impact during this difficult time. The ALL IN Challenge is an online fundraising platform […]

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Italy Must Not Lower Guard with 2nd Breakout Says MV Agusta

May 26, 2020 Michael Le Pard

MV AGUSTA CONTINUES ITS SUPPORT TO VARESE HOSPITAL AND LAVENO CARE HOME donating essential PPE, in collaboration with Swiss medical equipment supplier eXor Varese, May 26, 2020 – MV Agusta is announcing the collaboration with medical […]

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Chinese Attempt to Counterfeit Iconic Vespa Design at EICMA but get Caught Red-handed

May 25, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Milan, 25 May 2020 – The Piaggio Group (PIA.MI) said that a design registered by a Chinese party, used to justify the production of scooters similar to the Vespa exhibited at the EICMA 2019 two-wheeler […]

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An Indian Summer Ep3: Gear Up in Style

May 25, 2020 Michael Le Pard

An Indian Summer: Indian Motorcycle partnered with Total Motorcycle in 2020 so we could review their bikes and gear for our readers! In this episode, An Indian Summer Ep3: Gear Up in Style, we review […]

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Ready or Not 2020 MotoAmerica AMA Superbike series at Road America Returns!

May 24, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – May 23. Toni Elias and new teammate Bobby Fong will return to the racetrack next weekend on their M4 ECSTAR GSX-R1000 Suzukis (May 30-31st) after the crisis delayed the start […]

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Sim Racing: Crashes Collisions and Overturns in Race 5 of ABB Formula E Race at Home Challenge

May 24, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. The fifth race of the season in the ‘ABB Formula E Race at Home Challenge’ was a home race for BMW i Andretti Motorsport and Maximilian Günther (GER), as it took place on the […]

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Spring Suzukifest Offers Deals and Promos – 0% APR, $1500 Cash + $250 & $500 Bonuses

May 23, 2020 Michael Le Pard

CRUISER 2020 Suzuki Boulevard M109R B.O.S.S. 2020 Suzuki Boulevard M109R B.O.S.S. MSRP: $15,199*as low as 1.99% APR for 36 months on approved Credit3$1,500 Customer Cash2 2019 Suzuki Boulevard M109R B.O.S.S. 2019 Suzuki Boulevard M109R B.O.S.S. […]

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Updated American Flat Track 2020 Race Events Schedule

May 23, 2020 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (May 22, 2020) – American Flat Track announced today a relaunch of its 2020 race schedule featuring doubleheader race weekends and kicking off on July 17 and 18 with the Volusia Half-Mile […]

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Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team Signs 2 Year Contract

May 23, 2020 Michael Le Pard

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING TEAM EXTENDS CONTRACT WITH OFFROAD RACER TREVOR BOLLINGER BOLLINGER SET TO PILOT THE FX 450 IN GNCC AND NEPG THROUGH 2022 Husqvarna Motorcycles North America, Inc. is pleased to announce […]

Inspiration Friday: The Motorcycle That Inspired Riders to Win 26 WorldSBK Races
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Inspiration Friday: The Motorcycle That Inspired Riders to Win 26 WorldSBK Races

May 22, 2020 Michael Le Pard

There is no replacement for displacement and Honda capitalized on this in 1999 with their first big V-Twin 1000cc racer. It had such easy, deliverable power. It was such an easy bike to ride compared […]

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Ducati Custom Rumble Contest Final Live – Bikes, Dates & Times

May 22, 2020 Michael Le Pard

The Custom Rumble Contest Final to be Live Streamed on the Scrambler Ducati Facebook Page On Monday, May 25 at 17:00 CEST (11:00 a.m. EDT) an exceptional jury made up of actor Nicholas Hoult, riders […]

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Win a Trip: 2 Weeks Across the USA on a Moto Guzzi with Spirit of the Eagle Rideaway Contest

May 22, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Moto Guzzi USA is excited to announce the “Spirit of the Eagle” Rideaway – an exclusive opportunity to plan your dream trip around the USA for two weeks, with a V85 TT supplied by Moto […]

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Moto Guzzi Promo $750 off for Military and First Responder Army, Navy, Marine, Air Force, Coast Guard, National Guard, Reserves, Fire, Police, EMS, doctors or nurses

May 22, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Military & First Responder customers who purchase any 2020/Prior model year are eligible to receive an incentive up to $750, applied to the purchase price of the vehicle. This includes United States Army, Navy, Marine, […]

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Spring Moto Guzzi Promo of upto 0% APR and $1500 cash on Motorcycles

May 22, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Spring is almost here and so are our great promotions on Moto Guzzi motorcycles. Take advantage of fantastic financing offers as low as 0% APR for 48 months1 on select MY17-MY19 models AND up to $1,500 customer cash! […]

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Save Big During Honda’s Dream Garage Sales Event: Upto 0% APR and $2500 off models

May 21, 2020 Michael Le Pard

THE PERFECT WAY TO FINISH YOUR GARAGE Ready for a dream of a deal? Then check out the savings you can score during the Honda Dream Garage Sales Event. It’s going on now, and you […]

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Want Perfect Paint? Apply Artificial intelligence Data-based Solutions BMW Says

May 21, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. Artificial intelligence can bring even greater precision to controlling highly sensitive systems in automotive production, as a pilot project in the paint shop of the BMW Group’s Munich plant has demonstrated. Despite state-of-the-art filtration technology, […]

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NASCAR to Formula: Mental Strength Training Classes Produce World-class Racers

May 21, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. Mental strength is playing an increasingly important role in motorsport. It’s not enough to simply drive fast if you want to be a world-class racing driver. Being able to deliver a top performance under […]

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Royal Enfield Proactive Safety Recall on Interceptor 650, Continental GT 650 and Himalayan Motorcycles

May 20, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Royal Enfield – Company Statement May 20th, 2020 Royal Enfield has discovered a brake caliper corrosion related issue in a very small number of motorcycles in some specific countries. Upon investigation, it was revealed that […]

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RIDE 4 Video Game Schools Riders to Graduate from MotoGP and MXGP to Road Bikes

May 20, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha Motor, Milestone’s main partner for the highly anticipated RIDE 4 video game, is an iconic motorcycle brand with a deep heritage and a successful racing history. Its key values – innovation, excitement, confidence, emotion […]

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Sim racing vs Real Motor Racing the BMW Engineer Becomes the Student

May 20, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. During his time as a racing driver, Jeroen den Boer (NED) used to drive BMW Motorsport GT3 cars. As head engineer, he now looks after the race outings of the BMW M6 GT3 and […]

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2020 SLINGSHOT NOW FEATURES HEATED & COOLED SEATS TO KEEP YOUR KRISPY KREME HOT!

May 19, 2020 Michael Le Pard

MINNEAPOLIS, MN (May 18, 2020) – With a redesigned cockpit for the 2020 Polaris Slingshot lineup, riders already experience improved comfort and airflow via adjustable air vents. Now, with the introduction of Slingshot’s first-ever factory […]

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GNCC Grand National Cross Country Series Starts Races Again

May 19, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Press Release May 18th, 2020 / For Immediate Release / Paso Robles, California Beta Team Back to Business! GNCC – Round 4: Location: Washington, Georgia Round four of the GNCC (Grand National Cross Country) series […]

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REVISED HONDA GOLD WING 2020 PRICE AND AVAILABILITY

May 19, 2020 Michael Le Pard

By 2020, the Gold Wing receives updates to the injection and DCT to further improve low-speed maneuverability. In the ‘Tour’ versions, the suspension settings and passenger handles have been revised for greater comfort. A new […]

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International Museum Day – Virtual Tour of Honda Collection Hall

May 19, 2020 Michael Le Pard

May 18, 2020 — TORRANCE, Calif. In celebration of International Museum Day, Honda is inviting the world to take a virtual tour of the renowned Honda Collection Hall, the most comprehensive collection of historical Honda […]

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American Idol Craig Delong Races to Another Victory

May 18, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team’s Craig DeLong earned his second-straight XC2 250 Pro class victory at Sunday’s fourth round of the 2020 Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) Series in Washington, Georgia. Amidst an impressive […]

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Sim Racing: ABB Formula E Race At Home Challenge Hong Kong

May 17, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. BMW i Andretti Motorsport drivers Maximilian Günther (GER) and Alexander Sims (GBR) were unable to score any points in the fourth race of the season in the ‘ABB Formula E Race At Home Challenge’ […]

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URAL Factories Reopening plus 90 Days Warranty Extension on URALs

May 16, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Optimistic Our Team at Redmond HQ and our partners around the world have been super busy, remain healthy and continue to take the necessary precautions to operate safely. We hope you and your close ones […]

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MINI USA Virtual Movie Night in Collaboration with Paramount Pictures

May 16, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Hundreds of MINI owners turn out “virtually” to enjoy the iconic 2003 film that helped put the MINI Cooper on the map in the U.S. Woodcliff, N.J. – May 15th, 2020 – MINI USA hosted a virtual movie night […]

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BMW Welt will be launching exciting digital events in May and June

May 16, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. In the coming weeks, the FUTURE FORUM by BMW Welt dialog platform will be providing exciting insights into the world of tomorrow. The overriding theme for May and June is electrification. With input from a […]

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Promo: ENJOY YOUR NEW HONDA NOW AND DON’T PAY ANYTHING UNTIL 2021!

May 15, 2020 Michael Le Pard

At Honda we are aware that 2020 is being a very tough year, perhaps one of the most difficult we have had to live … Uncertainty, social distancing, isolation … but little by little we […]

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Yamaha NIKEN motorcycle fleet loaned to medical staff and other essential workers

May 15, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Last Saturday 9th May the Yamaha NIKEN motorcycle fleet provided by Yamaha Motor Europe to support cycling’s three Grand Tours was due to take to the roads for the start of the 103rd edition of […]

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Sim Racing: 4th MotoGP Virtual Race Live on Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube and Twitch

May 15, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Michele Pirro set to take part in the fourth MotoGP Virtual Race scheduled for this Sunday, 17th May 2020, at 3:00 PM (Italian time) After the extraordinary success of the first Virtual Grand Prix, this […]

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Sim Racing: IMSA iRacing Pro Series podium in the BMW M8 GTE

May 15, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. After recording two victories to start the IMSA iRacing Pro Series, Bruno Spengler (CAN) followed up his sixth-place finish in Mid-Ohio (USA) with a return to the podium on the virtual circuit at Road America […]

Inspiration Friday: Dirt to Dakar - Epic Games Dream Comes True
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Inspiration Friday: Dirt to Dakar – Epic Games Dream Comes True

May 15, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Honda’s Ricky Brabec: A fighter and a man with a dream. To not just compete in the Dakar but win it versus seasoned racing professionals. From “good” to “best” takes more than a dream and […]

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WIN YOUR YAMAHA IS BACK RIGHT NOW AT YOUR YAMAHA DEALER!

May 14, 2020 Michael Le Pard

THE WIN YOUR YAMAHA CONTEST ENDS MAY 31 Don’t wait to get the Yamaha you’ve been eyeing or you’ll miss your chance to win! Be automatically entered to Win Your Yamaha when you finance your […]

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SUZUKI’S GROOMBRIDGE READY FOR END OF LOCKDOWN

May 14, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – May 13. Suzuki New Zealand’s multi-talented all-rounder Brad Groombridge, like all motorcycle racers, is hungry to get back on track with his Suzuki RM-Z450 once the lockdown from the crisis […]

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10 Golden Rules for a Post-Lockdown Business in Society from Ducati

May 14, 2020 Michael Le Pard

“Ducati Delivers” program underpins Ducati’s trademark white glove service with home delivery and contactless service protocols Ducati dealers in key markets deliver higher than 2019 April retail performance “Ducati Cares” program defines 10 Golden Rules […]

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European Museums to Reopen with BMW Welt Celebration

May 14, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. From May 15, BMW Welt will once again be open for all visitors. To mark the reopening, the Double Cone will be illuminated from 10 pm to midnight each evening from May 14 to 24 […]

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100 Years of World Crises and How BMW has Overcome Them

May 14, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. Over more than 100 years of history at the BMW Group, there have been many events that have presented the business with exceptional challenges – much like the current situation. Lots of highs and some […]

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New Look for MV Agusta Superveloce 800 after Rider Sales Surge

May 13, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Schiranna, Varese, May 13, 2020 – MV Agusta is announcing two new colour schemes for its much acclaimed neo-retro superbike, the Superveloce 800. The success of the bike, translated into unprecedented requests, marks the restart […]

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Bonhams Auctioning off One-of-a-Kind Harley-Davidson LiveWire

May 13, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Harley-Davidson Motor Company and Bonhams will host an exclusive motorcycle auction with proceeds, excluding taxes and fees, to be donated to United Way Worldwide’s crisis Community Response and Recovery Fund.   Up for auction is […]

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Honda Gold Wing Touring Bikes to get Android Auto for Smartphone Users

May 13, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Honda is pleased to announce that Android Auto *1 will be integrated*2 with the current-model Gold Wing*3. Customers with AndroidTM smartphones will be able to enjoy application services seamlessly such as music, phone calls and messaging. The method […]

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Honda will gradually return to the new normal in Wizard of Oz World

May 13, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Brand dealers will join the “new normal” adapting to the de-escalation phases of each region Honda will gradually return to the “new normal” as it progresses through the different stages of lack of confidence in […]

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BMW Human Machine Reverse Motion Capture Project

May 13, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich/Bali. BMW Art Journey winner Lu Yang (represented by the gallery Société, Berlin) completed the first leg of her travel, which took her to Bali, Indonesia from January 12 to 21, 2020. The Shanghai-based artist is […]

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100 Free Meals Donated Per Test Drive! Be A Superhero & Join the Drive for Good

May 12, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Help Slingshot propel your community forward. Join the Drive for Good by simply test driving the all-new Slingshot and we will donate 100 meals* to support the families in your community. You can join the […]

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Jerez MotoGP and WSBK Might Be Live Spain Says and Here is Why

May 12, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – May 11. Due to the ongoing crisis Dorna Sports CEO Carmelo Ezpeleta has outlined an agreement reached proposing two Grands Prix and a World Superbike round at Jerez, Spain in […]

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Sim Racing: VIRTUAL MotoGP CONTINUES AT MISANO THIS WEEKEND

May 12, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – May 11. Virtual MotoGP™ continues this weekend at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli, where Team Suzuki Ecstar’s Joan Mir will be in action in the MotoGP class on his […]

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2021 Scrambler Ducati of the Future Designer Wins Award

May 12, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Borgo Panigale, Bologna, 11 May 2020 – On the occasion of the presentation of the new Scrambler Ducati 1100 PRO, which took place in February 2020 at ArtCenter College of Design in Pasadena, Ducati involved students […]

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TT Rider Ian Hutchinson Returns to the BMW Motorrad Motorsport family on BMW S1000RR

May 12, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. When the motor racing season resumes, a familiar face will make his comeback on the BMW S 1000 RR: Ian ‘Hutchy’ Hutchinson (GBR). The 16-time TT winner returns to the TAS Racing team, with […]

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BMW Welt Opening a New Chapter in Modern Events by Adding Digital Production

May 12, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. BMW Welt is a premium event location famous for always having the right customer offerings at the right time. And now it is expanding its event portfolio. BMW Welt is opening a new chapter in […]

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All Piaggio Group Production Facilities Open Worldwide

May 11, 2020 Michael Le Pard

ALL GROUP PRODUCTION CENTRES AROUND THE WORLD ARE OPERATIONAL Milan, 11 May 2020 – All the production facilities of the Piaggio Group (PIA.MI) around the world have resumed operations after the shutdown due to the […]

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Sim Racing: BMW SIM 120 Cup race “More important than the prize money”

May 11, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. In the third BMW SIM 120 Cup race of the season on the virtual Nürburgring (GER), two more drivers secured their tickets to participate in the BMW SIM Live Event at the end of […]

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Can Fashion and Safety Meet on a Motorcycle? – TMW Review

May 11, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Can Fashion and Safety Meet on a Motorcycle? We look into that question as Total Motorcycle reviews the Indigo Kevlar Motorcycle Riding Jean to evaluate quality, performance and durability, and style. The Indigo Riding Jean […]

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Sim Racing: Back-to-back Wins for BMW Maximilian Günther in ABB Formula E Race at Home Challenge

May 10, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. Having started the season with back-to-back wins, Maximilian Günther (GER) claimed another podium finish in race three of the ‘ABB Formula E Race at Home Challenge’. The BMW i Andretti Motorsport driver came home […]

2020 URAL GearUp Sportsman SE
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Guide to Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about URAL Motorcycle Custom Options

May 9, 2020 Michael Le Pard

PART ONE: BASIC PRICES EXPLAINED We have been receiving quite a bit of inquires about the differences in models and pricing for new Urals. Perhaps it has become a little tricky with the growing number […]

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Piaggio Group Q1 2020: World Economic Performance Instability

May 8, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Piaggio Group Chair and CEO Roberto Colaninno: “Despite the dreadful emergency created by the world pandemic, the Piaggio Group has successfully passed the first-quarter test and is investing in the future in terms of sustainable, […]

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Husqvarna Motorcycles to Start Motorcycle Test Rides Again

May 8, 2020 Michael Le Pard

With the implementation of a new online booking system to husqvarna-motorcycles.com, the brand invites you to book your test ride on selected street and dual sport motorcycles and start riding again. Book a test rideis integrated […]

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Sim Racing: High Tech Sim Rigs Featuring Force Feedback, Direct Drive and Widescreens

May 8, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. Just as a real racing driver needs a customised cockpit to be successful, the right hardware is also required in sim racing if you want to compete at the highest level. The range on […]

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Behind the Scenes with Team Suzuki Ecstar MotoGP with Fun Banter Video

May 7, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – May 6. Team Suzuki Ecstar MotoGP test rider Sylvain Guintoli put his stock road going GSX-R1000R to an intensive track day test pre-lockdown at Cadwell Park in the UK to […]

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MINI Canada Launching MINI Virtual Meetups Series of Community Events

May 7, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Richmond Hill, May 5, 2020. The community of friendship is more important today than it has ever been.  Neighbours are helping neighbours, the young are helping the eldery, and we all send thoughts of gratitude to […]

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Retroactive 5 Year Extended Warranty on these BMW Helmets

May 7, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. The previous warranty period of two years for BMW Motorrad helmets will be extended to five years retroactively from 1 January 2020. This means that motorcyclists can look forward to riding even more and have […]

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Digital Training Sessions – BMW Drivers Keep Fit Socially Distancing

May 7, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. Fitness training plays a major role in the everyday life of BMW works drivers, particularly in the off-season and the current situation. As well as training alone at home, they now also have the […]

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Upto 25% Off Indian Motorcycle Accessories Apparel Parts with this Promo Code

May 6, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Hitting the open road to clear your mind is essential. We’ve got you covered with no payments necessary until November*. Time to get out and ride. NOTE: Some dealerships may be experiencing reduced hours or […]

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