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2020 FIM World Superbike Championship WorldSBK started with a bang by BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team

February 29, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Phillip Island. The 2020 FIM World Superbike Championship (WorldSBK) started with a bang by the BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team. In Saturday’s Superpole qualifying of the season opener at Phillip Island (AUS), Tom Sykes (GBR) rode […]

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Mr. Daytona Scott Russell Named DAYTONA TT Grand Marshal

February 29, 2020 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (February 28, 2020) – American Flat Track is thrilled to confirm that “Mr. Daytona” himself, Scott Russell, will serve as the Grand Marshal for the season-opening DAYTONA TT on March 14 at Daytona International Speedway.   Perhaps no motorcycle racing […]

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Scott Redding goes quickest in Friday’s WorldSBK practice sessions at the Phillip Island Circuit

February 28, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Scott Redding starts in the best possible way his first season in WorldSBK with Aruba.it Racing – Ducati finishing the #AusWorldSBK free practice in first place. Chaz Davies makes significant progress in terms of race […]

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Inspiration Friday: Royal Enfield North America to race in American Flat Track

February 28, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Royal Enfield is going to be racing with the big boys in American Flat Track Racing. Let that sink in a bit. While there is no question Royal Enfield will be the underdog in AFT […]

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2020 Baikal Mile Ice Speed Festival – Scout Bobber Speed Record Attempt

February 28, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Appaloosa v2.0 to be unleashed at 2020 Baikal Mile Ice Speed Festival   Highly modified Scout Bobber to make its comeback on the deepest lake on Earth   BELGIUM (February 28, 2020) – Indian Motorcycle […]

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A RETROSPECTIVE – BMW MOTORRAD INTERNATIONAL GS TROPHY OCEANIA 2020

February 28, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. The seventh BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy, the 2020 Oceania edition, came to a close on February 16. After eight grueling days, and over 2500km travelled over both the North and South islands of New […]

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10 days of winter testing in Spain Portugal and Australia Ducati ready for 2020 WorldSBK season

February 27, 2020 Michael Le Pard

After 10 days of winter testing – in Spain, Portugal and Australia – and the team presentation held in the beautiful surroundings at the Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari in Imola (Italy), now it’s time […]

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ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA SET FOR 2020 MXGP SEASON START

February 27, 2020 Michael Le Pard

JONASS, JASIKONIS, KJER OLSEN AND BEATON WELL-PREPARED FOR 2020 MOTOCROSS WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP OPENER Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Pauls Jonass, Arminas Jasikonis, Thomas Kjer Olsen and Jed Beaton are all set for the much-anticipated opening […]

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Cardo Systems PACKTALK Bold flying high with the Red Devils

February 27, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Cardo Systems is proud to provide the PACKTALK Bold as the communications device of The Red Devils – the iconic parachute display team of the British Army and the Parachute Regiment. See Total Motorcycle’s Review […]

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PIAGGIO GROUP: DRAFT BUDGET 2019

February 27, 2020 Michael Le Pard

In 2019 the Piaggio Group performed significantly better than the previous year, the growth of all the main income statement indicators, the increase in net profit, greater investments and the reduction of debt. Consolidated revenues […]

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Öhlins USA and AFT Renew Partnership for Fifth Consecutive Season

February 27, 2020 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (February 26, 2020) – American Flat Track (AFT) is proud to announce that Öhlins USA has renewed its partnership with the series for a fifth consecutive season in 2020.   After another season of invaluable […]

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Exclusive Look into 2020 WorldSBK with BMW Motorrad Motorsport riders

February 26, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Phillip Island. The 2020 FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) gets underway on Phillip Island, Australia, this weekend. For the BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team, this will be their second season in the elite class of near-production […]

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Moto Guzzi Sales and Revenues up 75% YoY Thanks to New V85TT Model

February 26, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Piaggio Group Full Year 2019 Financial Results   Highlights: EMEA & Americas 2 Wheelers demand posted diverging dynamics: ▪ European 2 Wheelers, despite the backdrop of economic uncertainty, posted healthy demand trend across all product […]

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New XRide suit by BMW Motorrad combines extensive rider protection and maximum comfort

February 26, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich, 26 February 2020. With the XRide suit, BMW Motorrad demonstrates how maximum comfort can be combined with comprehensive protection and a stylish, sporty look. The close fit and striking design make for an exciting look. […]

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Piaggio Group reports significant 19% improvement in profits

February 26, 2020 Michael Le Pard

In 2019, the Piaggio Group reported a significant improvement in performance from the previous year, with progress on all the main earnings indicators, an increase in net profit, higher capital expenditure and a reduction in […]

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Faster lap times with the right racing brake pads – Find the right brake pads with new SBS Booklet

February 25, 2020 Michael Le Pard

All SBS racing compounds are developed with SBS Partners in Racing and have enjoyed great popularity among top-level teams and riders in World Superbike, Moto 2 and 3 GP, World Endurance and TT Road Racing […]

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2020 season opener of the FIM Superbike World Championship with BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team

February 25, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Phillip Island. The countdown is on for the BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team: This weekend (28th February to 1st March) sees the team start its second season in the FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) on Phillip […]

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SUZUKI RM-Z450 WINS ARENACROSS CHAMPIONSHIP

February 25, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – February 24. Suzuki’s RM-Z450 claimed a fifth Arenacross championship title with SR75 Suzuki’s Charles Le Francois winning the 2020 Pro 450 Championship at the SSE Arena in London, UK at […]

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TOUGH FIGHT FOR SUZUKI IN TEXAS SUPERCROSS

February 25, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – February 24. The JGRMX Yoshimura Suzuki Racing team fought hard in Arlington, Texas where round eight of the 2020 Monster Energy AMA/ FIM World Supercross series hosted the second Triple […]

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TEAM SUZUKI ECSTAR COMPLETE WINTER TESTING ON TOP FORM

February 25, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – February 24. Alex Rins: 4th – 1:54.068 (+ 0.210) Joan Mir: 6th – 1:54.129 (+ 0.271) Monday saw the final day of testing before the 2020 season commences, and Team […]

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ProBEAM® by Custom Dynamics to Support Latus Motors Racing in 2020

February 25, 2020 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (February 24, 2020) – Latus Motors Racing proudly announced today an addition to its family of team partners – ProBEAM® by Custom Dynamics® – will be backing LMR and rider James Rispoli for 2020.   An industry […]

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Crash for Ducati at WorldSBK testing concludes Phillip Island

February 25, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Two days of official WorldSBK testing for the Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team, ended today at the Phillip Island Circuit (Australia), with Scott Redding and Chaz Davis in 6th and 11th position respectively. Scott Redding […]

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The Ducati Team concluded the last MotoGP preseason test in Qatar

February 25, 2020 Michael Le Pard

The final 2020 MotoGP preseason test concluded this evening at Losail, in Qatar. The same race venue, situated just a few kilometres away from the capital city of Doha, will host the opening Grand Prix […]

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Exciting New 2020 Norton Motorcycles but End of the Road with Norton Insolvency?

February 24, 2020 Michael Le Pard

With a heavy heart I post this week’s cover story; Norton Motorcycles maybe at an end. Many other websites are going with the fear angle, I am not and waited to get the full story. […]

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AUSTIN WALTON CLAIMS RUNNER-UP FINISH AT SECOND ROUND OF WORCS

February 24, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Austin Walton had a standout performance on Sunday, securing a career-best second-place finish in the Pro class at Round 2 of the 2020 World Off-Road Championship Series (WORCS) in Taft, […]

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CONFIRMATION AND CONSISTENCY THE KEY ON QATAR TEST DAY 2

February 24, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – February 23. Alex Rins: 2nd place – 1:54.200 (+0.162) Joan Mir: 4th place – 1:54.464 (+0.426) The second day of the 2020 Qatar Test went smoothly for Team SUZUKI ECSTAR’s […]

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TOUGH DAY FOR THE ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING TEAM AT GNCC SEASON OPENER

February 24, 2020 Michael Le Pard

The 2020 Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) Series kicked off on Sunday in Union, South Carolina and Rockstar Energy Factory Racing Team’s Thad DuVall had a tough start to the day as he suffered a […]

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The Ducati Team were back in MotoGP Qatar action ahead of the 2020 season opener

February 24, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Following the first positive feedback from yesterday, Andrea Dovizioso and Danilo Petrucci got back at work this afternoon resuming the respective development programs of their Desmosedici GP20 bikes. Thanks to the favourable weather conditions, both […]

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New Ducati MotoGP Desmosedici GP20 Clocks Fastest Lap Time in Qatar

February 23, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Completed the first official 2020 MotoGP test at Sepang in Malaysia two weeks ago, the Ducati Team riders were back in action today at Losail for the last three days of testing ahead of the […]

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EXCITING SUZUKI MOTOGP RINS AND MIR ONE-TWO ON OPENING DAY OF QATAR TEST

February 23, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – February 22. Alex Rins: 1st – 1:54.462 Joan Mir: 2nd – 1:54.464 (+ 0.002) The final test before the MotoGP season opener is taking place at Losail International Circuit in […]

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STRONG SHOWING FROM ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING AT SATURDAY’S ARLINGTON SX TRIPLE CROWN

February 23, 2020 Michael Le Pard

The Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team had a successful night in Arlington, Texas for Round 8 of the 2020 AMA Supercross World Championship Series at AT&T Stadium. In the second Triple Crown of the […]

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WEEKEND MOTORCYCLE RACING ACTION – FEBRUARY 22-24th

February 22, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – February 21. The fourth weekend of February sees Team SUZUKI ECSTAR at the Qatar MotoGP Test before the season begins there on March 8th. Alex Rins and Joan Mir will […]

New 2020 Aprilia RS-GP MotoGP Bike Launched with V90 Engine
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New 2020 Aprilia RS-GP MotoGP Bike Launched with V90 Engine

February 22, 2020 Michael Le Pard

THE NEW TECHNICAL BASE WAS BORN WITH THE CONTRIBUTION OF STELLAR NEW PERSONNEL WHO HAVE ENRICHED THE TEAM’S EXPERIENCE, ROUNDING IT OUT IN EVERY DEPARTMENT AFTER THE GOOD DÉBUT IN SEPANG THE RS-GP PREPARES FOR […]

Inspiration Friday: Mentoring Marginalized Youth on Minibikes for 50 years
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Inspiration Friday: Mentoring Marginalized Youth on Minibikes for 50 years

February 21, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Each week I bring you the best inspirational stories out there and this week is no exception. Who doesn’t like a great feel good story about mentoring marginalized youth and on motorcycles too! For 50 […]

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New European Tour Winds its Way Through the Austrian and Slovenian Alps

February 21, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Grand Island, NY, February 21, 2020 – Beach’s Motorcycle Adventures, Ltd. announces a new motorcycle itinerary highlighting the Austrian and Slovenian Alps. Starting in Munich, the 9-day tour will travel through Germany, Austria, Italy, and […]

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VP Racing Fuels Named Official Fuel Supplier and Performance Coolant of American Flat Track

February 21, 2020 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (February 20, 2020) – American Flat Track announced today a multiyear partnership with VP Racing Fuels, Inc., naming it both the Official Spec Fuel Supplier and Official Performance Coolant of American Flat Track.   A dominant […]

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Vance & Hines Announces Exhaust Contingency Support for AFT Singles in 2020

February 20, 2020 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, FL (February 19, 2020) – Vance & Hines announced today its 2020 American Flat Track AFT Singles Contingency Program, granting AFT Singles competitors who compete using the Vance & Hines exhaust system contingency benefits in […]

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SUZUKI RM-Z450 PODIUMS IN NEW ZEALAND

February 19, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – February 18. Brad Groombridge: RM-Z450 – 2nd Charles Alabaster: RM-Z450 – 3rd Suzuki RM-Z450 riders took second and third positions in the opening round of the 2020 New Zealand Cross-Country […]

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Wally Brown Racing Signs Chad Cose for 2020 Season

February 19, 2020 Michael Le Pard

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (February 18, 2020) – Wally Brown Racing announces its participation in the 2020 American Flat Track AFT Singles Championship with the signing of Chad Cose as its rider.   Wally Brown Racing is entering the American Flat Track […]

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5 New BMW’s at the 90th Geneva International Motor Show 2020

February 19, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. With a comprehensive expansion of its range of plug-in hybrid models, premium automobile manufacturer BMW continues to consistently pursue its electrification offensive. At the 2020 Geneva International Motor Show, BMW presents four new plug-in hybrid […]

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Riello UPS is Ducati team main sponsor in the 2020 WorldSBK season

February 18, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Aruba.it Racing – Ducati is pleased to announce the renewal of its sponsorship by Riello UPS, a brand of the Riello Elettronica group, a world player in the production of uninterruptible power supplies, photovoltaic inverters […]

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BROC TICKLE RETURNS ON RM-Z450 AT TAMPA SX

February 18, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – February 17. Broc Tickle: RM-Z450 – 12th Jimmy Decotis: RM-Z250 – 9th Broc Tickle made his Supercross racing return for the JGRMX Yoshimura Suzuki Racing team in the weekend’s Monster […]

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Check out the Exclusive 2020 Ducati Bikes in these Rare Photos

February 17, 2020 Michael Le Pard

I have always had a spot in my heart for Ducati motorcycles. While it may be the meticulous attention to detail, I tend to think it is the company’s passion, creativity and, of course, that […]

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MV AGUSTA REPARTO CORSE UNVEILS ITS 2020 WORLDSBK LIVERY

February 17, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Varese, February 12, 2020 – Three weeks ahead of the start of the Supersport World Championship, MV Agusta Reparto Corse has unveiled its 2020 livery. The new racing colours were presented in Schiranna, the historic […]

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STRONG SHOWING FROM ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA AT FINAL PRE-SEASON INTERNATIONAL MOTOCROSS OF 2020

February 17, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Bringing their pre-season racing schedule to a positive close, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Jed Beaton, Kay de Wolf and Pauls Jonass have all successfully completed their final warm-up race ahead of the start of […]

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DEAN WILSON RACES TO A SEASON-BEST SIXTH-PLACE FINISH AT TAMPA SX

February 17, 2020 Michael Le Pard

It was a great night of racing for Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Dean Wilson, who secured a season-best sixth-place finish in the 450SX class at Round 7 of the 2020 AMA Supercross World Championship […]

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Day 8: Nevis Road. BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy 2020 Oceania Winner

February 16, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Coronet Peak, near Queenstown, New Zealand. After eight days and approximately 2500 km the 2020 BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy has reached its conclusion at the ski resort of Coronet Peak near Queenstown. And it’s South […]

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Day 7: Passes and Gorges. BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy 2020 Oceania

February 15, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Mt. Aspiring, New Zealand. Day seven of the 2020 BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy saw the GS riders head further south, exchanging the high country of the Mackenzie Basin for the first reaches of the Upper […]

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TREVOR BOLLINGER SUSTAINS KNEE INJURY AT OPENING ROUND OF NATIONAL ENDURO SERIES

February 15, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing announced today that team rider Trevor Bollinger sustained a torn ACL and meniscus in his left leg as the result of a crash during the season opener of the AMA National Enduro Series […]

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WEEKEND MOTORCYCLE RACING ACTION – FEBRUARY 15-16th

February 15, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – February 8. The third weekend of February continues with the seventh round of the Monster Energy AMA/ FIM World Supercross Championship in America with the JGRMX Yoshimura Suzuki Racing Team […]

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74 Builds to Complete in Custom Ducati Scrambler Contest

February 15, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Custom Rumble: voting is open for the best-looking Ducati Scrambler custom bike 74 Ducati Scrambler based custom motorcycles are taking part in the contest Vote for the best-looking customized Ducati Scrambler until March 15th Prize for […]

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Esaote Official Partner of the Ducati Team in the 2020 MotoGP World Championship

February 15, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Rome, February 14th, 2020 – Esaote, an Italian company among the world leaders in the field of medical diagnostic imaging systems, is the Ducati Team’s Official Partner for the 2020 season. The collaboration agreement between the […]

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10 Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Technologies You May Not know About

February 14, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Rider Inspiration Friday this week takes a different spin with 10 Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Technologies You May Not know About. With spring riding on the horizon, these advanced technologies will keep your rubber on the road […]

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Day 6: No river deep enough – BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy 2020 Oceania

February 14, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Lake Tekapo, New Zealand: If day five of the 2020 BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy had been upscaled, then day six was simply super-sized. The GS riders crossed the South Island west to east, riding […]

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American Flat Track and Full Spectrum Power Renew Multiyear Partnership

February 14, 2020 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (February 13, 2020) – American Flat Track (AFT) announced today a multiyear renewal of its partnership with Full Spectrum Power as The Official Battery of American Flat Track.   After a successful first season of partnership in […]

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Day 5 Rocky Mountain High: BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy 2020 Oceania

February 13, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Punakaiki Beach, New Zealand. The 2020 BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy changed in the biggest way today as the South Island served up a sizable new challenge: mountains! The North Island was never anything less […]

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BMW Motorrad BoxerCup 2020 racing BMW R nineT Racers

February 13, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. The BMW Motorrad BoxerCup promoted by Wilbers goes into its second season this year. The BoxerCup 2020 will primarily be held in conjunction with the International German Motorcycle Championship IDM and the racing calendar currently […]

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BROC TICKLE BACK ON SUZUKI RM-Z450 FOR SX COMEBACK

February 13, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Broc Tickle will join the JGRMX Yoshimura Suzuki Racing Team this weekend in Tampa, Florida for round seven of the Monster Energy AMA/ FIM World Supercross Series as a fill-in rider for both injured Fredrik […]

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Vertex Pistons inaugurated 2020 by winning all four titles of the Internazionali d’Italia

February 12, 2020 Michael Le Pard

After the brilliant 2019 season, Vertex Pistons inaugurated 2020 by winning all four titles of the Internazionali d’Italia with three of its riders: Tim Gajser won the MX1 class and the Supercampione, Maxime Renaux the […]

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Chaz Davies and Scott Redding set to defend the colors of the Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team

February 12, 2020 Michael Le Pard

The Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team for the 2020 Superbike World Championship was presented today inside the alluring surroundings of the Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari (Imola).The iconic tower of the circuit, now entirely branded […]

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Yamaha and AFT Expand Official Partnership for 2020

February 12, 2020 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (February 11, 2020) – American Flat Track and Yamaha Motor Corp. announced today an expansion of their partnership for the upcoming season. Yamaha joins AFT’s family of Official OEM Partners for 2020.   Following a banner […]

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Day 4: Team Challenges – BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy 2020 Oceania

February 12, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Pelorus Bridge, New Zealand. Today’s stage was something of a liaison as the 2020 BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy transitioned from the North Island to the South Island of New Zealand. The GS riders had […]

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Day 3: Black Sand & White Rocks – BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy 2020 Oceania

February 11, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Wainui, New Zealand. There was a concerted push south today as the 2020 BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy looked to finish the day within striking distance of the Cook Strait, ready for a leap onto […]

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BATTLE FOR MARTIN & SUZUKI AT SAN DIEGO SUPERCROSS

February 11, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – February 10. Alex Martin: RM-Z250 – 10th – 5th in Standings. JGRMX Yoshimura Suzuki Racing’s Alex Martin’s 12-point cushion was large enough to maintain his strong top-five position in the […]

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MV AGUSTA AND FORWARD TEAM READY FOR THEIR SECOND SEASON TOGETHER IN MOTO 2

February 11, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Varese, February 10, 2020 – After an exciting end to 2019, MV Agusta and Forward Team are ready to join forces again in 2020 for their second season in Moto2. The encouraging performance of last […]

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First public appearance for the new Ducati Scrambler 1100 PRO

February 11, 2020 Michael Le Pard

New Ducati Scrambler 1100 PRO and Sport PRO are focus of master class at ArtCenter College of Design in Pasadena, California Scrambler® 1100 PRO and 1100 Sport PRO in California for a design workshop on […]

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The new Harley-Davidson Eagle Eye Special Edition Paint Stunner!

February 10, 2020 Michael Le Pard

HARLEY-DAVIDSON DEBUTS SPECIAL EDITION PAINT FOR ROAD GLIDE® SPECIAL MODEL Factory-Installed Eagle Eye Yellow Special Edition Paint Highlighted With Large Custom Black Eagle Graphic MILWAUKEE (February 3, 2020) – The new Eagle Eye Special Edition […]

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Honda at MCN Motorcycle London Show with 3 Surprising Motorcycles

February 10, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Honda will be attending The 2020 Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show on the 14-16th Feb. After the success of Motorcycle Live, Honda’s flagship models including the all-new CBR1000RR-R Fireblade and CRF1100L Africa Twin(s) will once […]

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New 2020 Aprilia RS-GP debuts at the MotoGP Sepang tests

February 10, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Aleix Espargaró and Bradley Smith satisfied with the bike which, with still much to be developed, has revolutionised the italian project. The three anxiously awaited days of the début finally arrived and left everyone in […]

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Day 2 Fun on the beach – BMW MOTORRAD INTERNATIONAL GS TROPHY OCEANIA 2020

February 10, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Castlepoint, New Zealand. Today’s stage of the 2020 BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy is best described as a long push south along coastal trails. The Pacific Ocean glistened an azure blue under an unrelenting sun, […]

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JED BEATON AND KAY DE WOLF MAKE POSITIVE START TO 2020 SEASON AT HAWKSTONE INTERNATIONAL

February 10, 2020 Michael Le Pard

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING’S MX2 RIDERS BATTLE TO FOURTH AND FIFTH PLACE OVERALL MX2 CLASS RESULTS IN ENGLAND Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Jed Beaton and Kay de Wolf today got their first taste […]

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MOSIMAN SCORES A TOP-FIVE FINISH AT SAN DIEGO SUPERCROSS

February 10, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Round 6 of the 2020 AMA Supercross World Championship Series took place in San Diego, California on Saturday, where Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Michael Mosiman put forth an impressive performance to ultimately finish fourth […]

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Exclusive Coverage: 2020 Vancouver Motorcycle Show

February 10, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Welcome to some highlights of the Vancouver Motorcycle Show 2020.   The big motorcycle brands were present with the usual assortment of sport bikes, big cruisers and dual sports. However, there were a few new additions […]

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Deteriorated Weather challenges Sepang MotoGP Ducati Riders

February 9, 2020 Michael Le Pard

The third and final day of first 2020 Official MotoGP Test has ended today at Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia. After a Friday that featured mixed track conditions due to the rain and a Saturday that […]

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SUZUKI ECSTAR WRAP UP A SUCCESSFUL SEPANG TEST

February 9, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – February 9. Alex Rins: 3rd – 1:58.450 +0.101 Joan Mir: 11th – 1:58.731 +0.382 Sylvain Guintoli: 25th – 2:00.100 +1.751 The first official test of 2020 has drawn to a […]

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