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Dakar Rally 2024 – Stage 12 Results

January 19, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Kevin Benavides and Toby Price have successfully completed the incredibly demanding 2024 Dakar Rally. Securing his third stage victory in this year’s competition on the 12th and final stage, Benavides finished fourth overall. His teammate […]

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420 kilometers timed special Dakar Rally stage 11 delivered huge challenge to all competitors

January 18, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Toby Price has completed stage 11 of the 2024 Dakar Rally as fifth-fastest. Less than three minutes behind, Kevin Benavides brought his KTM 450 RALLY home in seventh. With one day of the event […]

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Dakar Rally Stage 11 was another long day in the desert

January 18, 2024 Michael Le Pard

On a tough day at the Dakar, with difficult navigation and challenging terrain, Luciano Benavides has successfully completed the penultimate stage of the rally, bringing his Husqvarna Factory Racing machine home in fourth place. With […]

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100th anniversary with strongest motorcycle sales result in company’s history

January 18, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Munich. In its anniversary year, BMW Motorrad delivered 209,257 motorcycles and scooters to customers, 3.1% more than in the previous year and the highest sales volume in the company’s history. The regions of Europe, Asia […]

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2024 WorldSBK kickoff takes place in BMW Motorrad Welt Berlin

January 18, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Berlin. About five weeks before the season opener at Australian Phillip Island, BMW Motorrad Motorsport presented the 2024 FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) line-up to the public in Berlin (GER) on Wednesday. The two teams, the […]

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10th stage of rocky canyon epic 46th running of Dakar Rally

January 17, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Luciano Benavides has put in another strong performance at the 2024 Dakar Rally with an excellent ride to finish in sixth place on stage 10’s technically demanding timed special. While others struggled with the navigation […]

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Extremely tight top 10 times on tough stage 10 at 2024 Dakar Rally

January 17, 2024 Michael Le Pard

TOP-10 RESULTS FOR RED BULL KTM ON DAKAR STAGE 10 Dakar Rally 2024 – Stage 10 Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Kevin Benavides and Toby Price have completed the tough stage 10 at the 2024 […]

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2024 Dakar Rally – Stage 9 Provisional Classification

January 16, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Luciano Benavides has continued his run of consistent top-10 stage results, posting the eighth-fastest time on stage nine of the Dakar Rally. In what was one of the fastest timed specials of […]

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Rough and demanding ninth stage at 2024 Dakar Rally

January 16, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Toby Price has secured a top-four result on the rough and demanding ninth stage at the 2024 Dakar Rally. His teammate, Kevin Benavides, also delivered a solid ride on the 417-kilometer special, opening […]

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New Metzeler ROADTEC 02 with Adaptive Tread Pattern Technology

January 16, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Metzeler ROADTEC 02: two tyres in one thanks to the tread that adapts to the motorcyclist’s riding style The new “Super-Sport Touring” product has an Adaptive Tread Pattern technology that adapts the behaviour of the […]

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New 2024 Suzuki GSX-R-based GSX-S1000 engine bikes!

January 15, 2024 Michael Le Pard

New 2024 Suzuki GSX-R-based GSX-S1000 engine bikes! Introducing the new 2024 Suzuki GSX-S1000GX+, GSX-S1000GTA, GSX-S1000GX, GSX-S1000GT+, GSX-S1000GT and GSX-S1000 998cc motorcycles. Engine wise, the new is more honed and refined to deliver pure, reliable power […]

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Double Podium Result for Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team at 2024 Africa Eco Race

January 15, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Double Podium Result for Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team at 2024 Africa Eco Race The Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team has successfully completed the 2024 Africa Eco Race with Alessandro Botturi finishing in second, and Pol Tarrés […]

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Rocky and rugged terrain presented significant change from endless dunes

January 15, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Luciano Benavides has impressively completed stage eight of the Dakar Rally as the second-fastest rider. Putting in a superb performance to finish the 458-kilometre timed special just over 30 seconds down on the eventual stage […]

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Dakar Rally 2024 – Stage 8 filled with stone and mountains

January 15, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Kevin Benavides has won stage eight of the 2024 Dakar Rally. The reigning champion currently lies fifth overall with four days left to race. Toby Price put in a strong ride to complete today’s […]

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APRILIA TUAREG TRIUMPHS AT DÉBUT IN THE DESERT AT 2024 AFRICA ECO RACE

January 15, 2024 Michael Le Pard

THE ALL-ITALIAN DUO OF JACOPO CERUTTI AND APRILIA TUAREG TRIUMPHS AT ITS DÉBUT IN THE DESERT IN THE 2024 AFRICA ECO RACE LEADING IN THE OVERALL STANDINGS FROM START TO FINISH OF THE 6000 PLUS […]

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New riders Austin Walton and Dalton Shirey started their 2024 AMA National Grand Prix Championship (NGPC) campaign

January 15, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing riders Austin Walton and Dalton Shirey started their 2024 AMA National Grand Prix Championship (NGPC) campaigns with a pair of consistent Pro Class results as they battled through the rugged, […]

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Super Mud Round 2 – AMA Supercross Championship in San Francisco

January 14, 2024 Michael Le Pard

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. – Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Chase Sexton delivered his first win for the team at Round 2 of the 2024 AMA Supercross Championship, taking a dominant wire-to-wire victory in the muddy […]

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Impressive form in San Francisco muddy 2024 AMA Supercross Championship

January 14, 2024 Michael Le Pard

It was a challenging evening for Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing at the second round of the 2024 AMA Supercross Championship in San Francisco, California, with RJ Hampshire salvaging a ninth-place finish in the 250SX […]

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Extensive and challenging stage seven of 2024 Dakar Rally Results

January 14, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Luciano Benavides, thoroughly rejuvenated following the rest day, battled through the extensive and challenging stage seven of the 2024 Dakar Rally to secure the second-fastest time. Maintaining his eighth-place position in the provisional overall rankings, […]

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Tough and physically demanding 7th stage at 2024 Dakar Rally

January 14, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Kevin Benavides has finished third on a tough and physically demanding seventh stage at the 2024 Dakar Rally. The KTM 450 RALLY racer now lies fifth overall in the provisional standings. Also […]

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Dominant Stage Win on Day 11 of Africa Eco Race

January 14, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Pol Tarrés Charges to Dominant Stage Win on Day 11 of Africa Eco Race Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team’s Pol Tarrés has won stage 11 of the Africa Eco Race in convincing fashion to secure his […]

Jacopo Cerutti and Aprilia Tuareg wins Africa Eco Race
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Jacopo Cerutti and Aprilia Tuareg wins Africa Eco Race

January 13, 2024 Michael Le Pard

LEADING FROM DAY ONE, JACOPO CERUTTI ARRIVES AS OVERALL WINNER AT THE FINAL FINISH OF THE AFRICA ECO RACE, TOMORROW THE TRIUMPHAL PARADE IN DAKAR AT HIS FIRST PARTICIPATION IN A MAJOR AFRICAN RALLY, APRILIA […]

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Toughest Dakar Rallys to date with 4200km of riding and 2400 racers

January 13, 2024 Michael Le Pard

With week one of the 46th Dakar Rally completed in Saudi Arabia, Husqvarna Factory Racing now look ahead to the second half of the 2024 event. Luciano Benavides has delivered solid, consistent performances throughout the […]

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Well-deserved 2024 Dakar Rally rest day after week of demanding and intense Saudi Arabia racing

January 13, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing have enjoyed a well-deserved rest day at the 2024 Dakar Rally after a week of demanding and intense racing in Saudi Arabia. With six grueling stages remaining, Toby Price is currently fifth […]

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Ultra-demanding 2024 Dakar Rally – Stage 6 Provisional

January 13, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Luciano Benavides has safely arrived at the bivouac in Shubaytah, where he has reunited with the team following the 48-hour chrono stage. After claiming sixth overall in the ultra-demanding, 626-kilometre timed special, […]

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Stage nine 2024 Africa Eco Race certainly a technical test for all competitors

January 13, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team’s Strong Results Continue At 2024 Africa Eco Race    Continuing to fight for overall victory at the 2024 Africa Eco Race, Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team’s Alessandro Botturi placed third on stage […]

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TWO-DAY DAKAR RALLY MARATHON STAGE – Stage 6

January 13, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Toby Price has finished the massively challenging 48-hour chrono stage at the Dakar Rally in an impressive second place. Kevin Benavides also put in a strong ride across the dunes to place seventh. Now, […]

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2024 Yamaha YZ bLU cRU Europe Cup Proves Popular with Bumper Entry

January 13, 2024 Michael Le Pard

The 2024 Yamaha YZ bLU cRU Europe Cup Proves Popular with Bumper Entry Registration remains open for the 2024 Yamaha YZ bLU cRU FIM Europe Cup, and a bumper entry of 500 riders have so […]

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Start of 626-kilometre timed special that Dakar Riders are given two days to complete

January 13, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Factory Racing star Luciano Benavides has completed the first half of the new 48-hour chrono stage as fifth-fastest. Covering 513 out of a possible 626 kilometres of the timed special, the FR 450 Rally […]

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MIDWAY POINT OF 48-HOUR CHRONO STAGE SIX AT 2024 DAKAR RALLY

January 13, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Toby Price and Kevin Benavides have successfully completed the first leg of the 48-hour chrono stage at the 2024 Dakar Rally. Covering 513 kilometers of the 626-kilometer timed special, Price provisionally lies in third […]

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Returning to his stage-winning ways at Africa Eco Race for Alessandro Botturi

January 13, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Alessandro Botturi Claims Stage 10 Win at Africa Eco Race Ahead of Penultimate Day of Racing Returning to his stage-winning ways at this year’s Africa Eco Race, Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team’s Alessandro Botturi picked up […]

Inspiration Friday: Revolutionary AI Smart Motorcycles Arrive!
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Inspiration Friday: Revolutionary AI Smart Motorcycles Arrive!

January 12, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Welcome to 2035 in 2024 riders! The evolution of Electric Vehicles continues with artificial intelligence and machine learning. We knew, you knew it was just a matter of time and Verge Motorcycles cracked the code. […]

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Ideal conditions for WORCS opener in Taft California

January 11, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Taft, Ca Round One January 5th, 2024 DeMartile Wins His First WORCS Race to Open Season   The best way to kick off the season is to go out and win. That is exactly what […]

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Supercross Liqui Moly Factory Beta – Anaheim One

January 11, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Anaheim, Ca Round One January 6th, 2024 Liqui Moly Factory Beta – Anaheim One   Beta Motorcycles became the first new manufacturer in a few decades to line up on the grid at Supercross. Being […]

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2024 FIM Motocross World Championship Preparation already well underway

January 11, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Preparation for the 2024 FIM Motocross World Championship is already well underway and Red Bull KTM Factory Racing will aim to defend their MX2 title and push for more MXGP spoils with the same rider […]

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Final destination of Dakar Aprilia continues to battle at top of Africa Eco Race

January 11, 2024 Michael Le Pard

The Aprilia Tuaregs consistently at the top in the African desert JACOPO CERUTTI, SECOND, STRENGTHENS HIS GRIP ON THE LEAD IN THE OVERALL STANDINGS OF THE AFRICA ECO RACE WITH FOUR LEGS LEFT TO REACH […]

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Quickest 645-kilometre stage five of Dakar 2024

January 11, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Luciano Benavides has completed the 645-kilometre stage five of Dakar 2024, posting the ninth-quickest time. Unfortunately, after suffering a technical issue with his FR 450 Rally in the final five kilometres of […]

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Dakar Rally 2024 – Stage 5 Results

January 11, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Toby Price has delivered a strong performance on the short but technically demanding stage five at the 2024 Dakar Rally to finish as third fastest. Navigating through the 118 kilometers without major […]

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Bouncing back in style from challenging stage seven at Africa Eco Race

January 11, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Pol Tarrés Tops 2024 Africa Eco Race Timesheets for Second Time Bouncing back in style from a challenging stage seven at the Africa Eco Race, Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team’s Pol Tarrés charged hard to win […]

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2024 Africa Eco Race with stunning victory on event’s seventh timed special

January 10, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Alessandro Botturi Wins Stage Seven of 2024 Africa Eco Race Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team’s Alessandro Botturi has claimed his second stage win of the 2024 Africa Eco Race with a stunning victory on the event’s […]

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Africa Eco Race resumes with the sixth leg from Dakhla to Morocco to Chami and Mauritania

January 9, 2024 Michael Le Pard

The Aprilia Tuaregs great protagonists as the Africa Eco Race resumes JACOPO CERUTTI IS SECOND AT THE FINISH LINE IN MAURITANIA AND MAINTAINS THE LEADERSHIP IN THE STANDINGS EXTRAORDINARY PERFORMANCE FOR ROOKIE FRANCESCO MONTANARI AS […]

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Rocky pistes and no mistakes on Day 4 of 2024 Dakar Rally

January 9, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Luciano Benavides has delivered a strong performance on day four of the 2024 Dakar Rally to secure a sixth-place finish. Delivering another solid stage result, the Husqvarna Factory Racing rider moves himself further up the […]

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Excellent performance on day four of 2024 Dakar Rally

January 9, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Kevin Benavides has put in an excellent performance on day four of the 2024 Dakar Rally to complete the stage in third place. Opening the timed special following his stage three win, […]

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Starting week two of 2024 Africa Eco Race in best way possible

January 9, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Pol Tarrés Kicks Off Week Two at Africa Eco Race with Stage Six Win Starting week two of the 2024 Africa Eco Race in the best way possible, Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team’s Pol Tarrés broke […]

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Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2024 BMW Highlights

January 9, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Growing range of apps for the ConnectedDrive Store. Innovations in video streaming and in-car gaming for current models. Insights into development projects for the digitalized mobility of the future. Integration of augmented reality devices, remote-controlled […]

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Kevin Benavides topped timesheets at grueling third stage of 2024 Dakar Rally

January 8, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Kevin Benavides has topped the timesheets on the grueling third stage of the 2024 Dakar Rally. Putting in an impressive performance on his KTM 450 RALLY, the Argentinian moves up to sixth […]

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2024 Dakar Rally Stage 3: Challenging terrain and complex navigation

January 8, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Luciano Benavides has successfully completed the third stage of the 2024 Dakar Rally with the 16th fastest time. The day presented a challenging mix of varied terrain and complex navigation, but Benavides […]

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Yamaha Motor Europe announces Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Europe

January 8, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha Motor Europe N.V. announces that its wholly-owned European manufacturing site in Saint Quentin, France, previously known as MBK Industrie S.A.S. (MBK), has been re-named Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Europe S.A.S. (YMME). The establishment of the re-naming, […]

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Five stages of the 2024 Africa Eco Race now complete

January 8, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team Enjoy Official Rest Day at Africa Eco Race With five stages of the 2024 Africa Eco Race now complete, the Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team look forward to the event’s official rest […]

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TOP-10 RESULT FOR TOBY PRICE ON DAKAR RALLY STAGE TWO

January 7, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Toby Price has completed stage two at the 2024 Dakar Rally in seventh place and now lies eighth in the provisional overall standings. Teammate Kevin Benavides also showed good pace […]

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2024 Dakar Rally stage 2 dunes and fast stretches

January 7, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Capitalising on his advantageous start position as the 15th rider to set off into stage two, Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Luciano Benavides charged hard throughout the second day of the 2024 Dakar Rally to secure an […]

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Opening round of the 2024 AMA Supercross Championship at Anaheim

January 7, 2024 Michael Le Pard

ANAHEIM, Calif. – Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Chase Sexton claimed a podium finish of third position in his first appearance with the team in tonight’s opening round of the 2024 AMA Supercross Championship at Anaheim 1, directly […]

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2024 AMA Supercross Championship season an exceptional start to 250SX and 450SX season

January 7, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Victory for Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s RJ Hampshire in the 2024 AMA Supercross Championship season-opener at Anaheim 1 marked an exceptional start to his season in 250SX West, as 450SX teammates Malcolm Stewart and Christian Craig each experienced their share […]

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Billy Bolt sees 2024 FIM SuperEnduro World Championship win streak continue

January 7, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Putting in another stellar performance, Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Billy Bolt saw his win streak in the 2024 FIM SuperEnduro World Championship continue, with the Brit claiming the overall victory at round three in Riesa, Germany. […]

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2024 FIM SuperEnduro World Championship – Germany Results

January 7, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Manuel Lettenbichler has secured his first overall podium finish of the year at round three of the 2024 FIM SuperEnduro World Championship. Mani pulled out his best performance of the indoor enduro […]

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Africa Eco Race Stage 5 gives outstanding opening week for Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team

January 7, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team Completes a Successful First Week at the Africa Eco Race With Another 1-2 Finish   Rounding out an outstanding opening week at the Africa Eco Race for the Ténéré Yamaha Rally […]

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HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING COMPLETE CHALLENGING STAGE ONE AT DAKAR 2024

January 6, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Factory Racing got the 2024 Dakar Rally underway with reigning World Rally-Raid Champion Luciano Benavides safely completing stage one. The first true special stage of the event presented hundreds of kilometres of rocky, volcanic […]

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Start of 2024 Dakar hugely demanding for all riders from AlUla to Al Henakiyah

January 6, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Kevin Benavides and Toby Price have both made a strong start to their 2024 Dakar Rally campaigns by successfully completing the demanding stage one of the event. Benavides placed eighth on the special with […]

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Demanding 463km on stage four of the 2024 Africa Eco Race

January 6, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Tarrés Continues Fighting for Lead in Africa Eco Race with Second Place on Stage Four Pol Tarrés of the Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team, in partnership with Riders for Health, finished a close runner-up on stage […]

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Aprilia Tuareg dominates more and more at Africa Eco Race

January 6, 2024 Michael Le Pard

JACOPO CERUTTI TAKES THE FOURTH LEG OF THE AFRICA ECO RACE TO STRENGTHEN HIS GRIP ON FIRST PLACE IN THE OVERALL STANDINGS FRANCESCO MONTANARI ALSO IMPROVES, EIGHTH IN THE LEG AND IN THE OVERALL STANDINGS […]

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2024 Liqui Moly Beta Off-Road Racing Team Announced

January 6, 2024 Michael Le Pard

The Liqui Moly Beta Off-Road Racing team is ready to start its 2024 campaign. The team returns six riders from the 2023 team and welcomes one newcomer. The West Coast team returns all three riders […]

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3rd 2024 Africa Eco Race stage won by Yamaha after faultless Moroccan desert ride

January 5, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Botturi Leads Tarrés Home for Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team 1-2 on Africa Eco Race Stage Three   Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team racer Alessandro Botturi has won the third stage of the 2024 Africa Eco Race […]

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Rotator cuff injury causes Supercross rider to miss start of SX Season

January 5, 2024 Michael Le Pard

During a recent practice session, Liqui Moly Factory Beta Supercross rider Colt Nichols sustained a rotator cuff injury, which will see him miss some time at the start of the 2024 AMA Supercross season. Nichols, […]

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From Mhamid to Assa third leg of the Africa Eco Race

January 5, 2024 Michael Le Pard

ASTRIDE HIS TUAREG, JACOPO CERUTTI FINISHES THIRD AND EXTREMELY CLOSE TO THE LEADERS IN ONE OF THE LONGEST STAGES OF THE RAID, MAINTAINING HIS LEADERSHIP IN THE OVERALL STANDINGS FRANCESCO MONTANARI ELEVENTH, NOW EIGHTH IN […]

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BMW Group UK 2023 Sales Growth Driven by All-Electric Model Range

January 5, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Every fourth BMW sold in the UK was all-electric 28,723 all-electric BMW vehicles registered in 2023 (+34 per cent) BMW reported 111,734 registrations in total (+3 per cent) MINI sales in the UK increased by […]

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First 2024 Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Arrive!

January 5, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Exclusive first look at the first 2024 Harley-Davidson Motorcycles to Arrive. 20 New 2024 H-D’s to tickle your taste buds at Total Motorcycle! New motorcycles from Sport, Cruiser, Adventure, Grand American Touring, and Trike categories […]

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Aprilia Tuareg Experience returns in 2024 with season of new experiences and breathtaking landscapes

January 4, 2024 Michael Le Pard

APRILIA, WITH THE TUAREG 660, OFFERS THE TRIP OF A LIFETIME FOR THOSE LOOKING TO EXPLORE THE WORLD OF ADVENTURE MOTORCYCLING, IN TWO AMAZING LOCATIONS NEW YORK – 3 JANUARY 2023 –  The Aprilia Tuareg Experience […]

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BMW of North America Reports Q4 2023 and Full Year 2023 US Sales Results

January 4, 2024 Michael Le Pard

BMW Sells 362,244 Vehicles in 2023, Setting a New Annual Record for the Brand in the U.S. Sales of BMW Electric Vehicles Nearly Triple in 2023, Now Account for 12.5% of Total Sales. Flagship 7 […]

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Impressive Form on Stage Two of Africa Eco Race

January 4, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team Continues Impressive Form on Stage Two of Africa Eco Race Following yesterday’s promising start to the 2024 Africa Eco Race, the Ténéré Yamaha Rally Team, in partnership with Riders for Health, […]

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BMW Motorrad celebrated its best year on record with +7% sales YoY

January 4, 2024 Michael Le Pard

BMW Motorrad.   BMW Motorrad celebrated its best year on record, with its full-year 2023 sales results up 7% over 2022.  Securing multiple best-ever quarters throughout the course of the year, the two-wheeled brand sold a […]

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Africa Eco Race delves ever deeper into the desert crossing the legendary dunes of Merzouga

January 4, 2024 Michael Le Pard

AFTER HIS VICTORIOUS DÉBUT IN THE OPENING LEG, JACOPO CERUTTI TAKES ANOTHER BRILLIANT WIN ON THE SECOND DAY OF THE AFRICAN RAID THE APRILIA TUAREG CONFIRMS ITS GREAT POTENTIAL ON A LONG AND TREACHEROUS SECTION, […]

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SELECT 2024 HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTORCYCLES AVAILABLE NOW

January 3, 2024 Michael Le Pard

HARLEY-DAVIDSON REVEALS 2024 MODEL MOTORCYCLES AVAILABLE NOW AT WORLDWIDE AUTHORIZED DEALERSHIPS Additional New Models to Premier January 24 MILWAUKEE (January 2, 2024) – Harley-Davidson today revealed on H-D.com a portion of its 2024 motorcycle line […]

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Happy New Year 2024 from Total Motorcycle!

December 31, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Happy New Year 2024 from Total Motorcycle! To all our readers, members, social media subscribers and supporters, I want to wish you the very best for 2024 to you and your family. Thank you for […]

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Africa Eco Race Official Start Morocco January 2 2024

December 30, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Aprilia Tuareg at the start of the Africa Eco Race LAUNCHED LESS THAN A YEAR AGO, THE “BACK TO AFRICA” PROJECT IS ALREADY A REALITY: APRILIA IS ONCE AGAIN PROTAGONIST IN THE BIG RALLY RAIDS […]

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Yamaha Motor Establishes New Company ENYRING for Compact Electric Vehicles

December 29, 2023 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha Motor Establishes New Company for Battery Management in Compact Electric Vehicles ― Launch of Subscription Services Helps Reduce Environmental Impact in Europe― Yamaha Motor announced that it has established ENYRING GmbH as a new […]

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