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  • [ Jan 11, 2026 ] Podium for Ryder DiFrancesco and Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing at A1 News
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  • [ Jan 11, 2026 ] Ducati Desmo450 MX Factory: the race-ready motocross bike from Borgo Panigale News
  • [ Jan 11, 2026 ] Marc Márquez returns on the Ducati Panigale for the first time since the injury News
  • [ Jan 11, 2026 ] YZ BLU CRU Cup Surges Past 550 Entries from 28 Countries as 2026 Registration Countdown Continues News
  • [ Jan 11, 2026 ] RED BULL KTM FACTORY RACING READY FOR WEEK TWO AT 2026 DAKAR RALLY News
  • [ Jan 11, 2026 ] DANIEL SANDERS CONTINUES TO LEAD DAKAR RALLY AT HALFWAY POINT News
  • [ Jan 11, 2026 ] TOP-FIVE RESULT FOR SANDERS ON FIRST LEG OF DAKAR MARATHON STAGE News
  • [ Jan 8, 2026 ] Sturgis Motorcycle Rally 2026 News
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2026 Triumph: Happy Days Affordable Motorcycles Are Back Again!
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2026 Triumph: Happy Days Affordable Motorcycles Are Back Again!

Jan 12, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Oh, happy days are here again motorcycle fans! Total Motorcycle has been calling for affordable motorcycles for decades and we are seeing the return of fun, inexpensive bikes from Triumph now…Riders rejoice, it’s a good […]
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LUCIANO BENAVIDES LEADS HOME A KTM ONE-TWO WITH STAGE SEVEN VICTORY

Jan 11, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Luciano Benavides has won stage seven of the 2026 Dakar Rally – his second stage win of the event so far. Edgar Canet fought through the pack to claim second, while Daniel Sanders delivered another outstanding […]
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Podium for Ryder DiFrancesco and Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing at A1

Jan 11, 2026 Michael Le Pard
ANAHEIM, Calif. – Red Bull KTM Factory Racing opened the 2026 AMA Supercross Championship with a pair of convincing podium performances tonight at Anaheim 1, where Eli Tomac captured a spectacular 450SX Main Event victory and with teammate Jorge Prado […]
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RED BULL KTM FACTORY RACING AND ELI TOMAC RACE TO ANAHEIM 1 SUPERCROSS VICTORY

Jan 11, 2026 Michael Le Pard
ANAHEIM, Calif. – Red Bull KTM Factory Racing opened the 2026 AMA Supercross Championship with a pair of convincing podium performances tonight at Anaheim 1, where Eli Tomac captured a spectacular 450SX Main Event victory and with teammate Jorge Prado […]
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2026 Liqui Moly Factory Beta Off-Road Team

Jan 11, 2026 Michael Le Pard
The Liqui Moly Beta Factory Off-Road Team has finalized its off-road rider lineup for the 2026 season, centering on a mix of defending champions and a strengthened East Coast presence. West Coast Program Beta’s West […]
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Ducati Desmo450 MX Factory: the race-ready motocross bike from Borgo Panigale

Jan 11, 2026 Michael Le Pard
  A Desmo450 MX even more performant and complete, thanks to a setup designed to line up at the start of the most demanding competitions The Factory is lighter (104 kg, -0.8 kg) and equipped […]
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Marc Márquez returns on the Ducati Panigale for the first time since the injury

Jan 11, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Marc Márquez continues his preparations for the upcoming 2026 MotoGP season and, as scheduled, resumes track activities following the injury of the last October. The World Champion lapped, yesterday and today, at the Aspar Circuit […]
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YZ BLU CRU Cup Surges Past 550 Entries from 28 Countries as 2026 Registration Countdown Continues

Jan 11, 2026 Michael Le Pard
The 2026 Yamaha YZ BLU CRU FIM Europe Cup is gathering serious momentum, with 550 riders from 28 countries already set to line up on the starting gate. Registration remains open until midnight CET on […]
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RED BULL KTM FACTORY RACING READY FOR WEEK TWO AT 2026 DAKAR RALLY

Jan 11, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Red Bull KTM Factory Racing are in Riyadh for the Dakar Rally rest day at the halfway point of the 2026 event, with Daniel Sanders holding the overall lead after six demanding stages. Luciano Benavides sits third following a […]
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DANIEL SANDERS CONTINUES TO LEAD DAKAR RALLY AT HALFWAY POINT

Jan 11, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Daniel Sanders has maintained his overall advantage at the top of the 2026 Dakar Rally standings after putting in an excellent ride to third place on the long stage six of the […]
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TOP-FIVE RESULT FOR SANDERS ON FIRST LEG OF DAKAR MARATHON STAGE

Jan 11, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Daniel Sanders has successfully completed the opening half of the 2026 Dakar Rally’s first marathon stage as fifth-fastest. Also bringing their KTM 450 RALLY machines safely to the bivouac, Luciano Benavides and Edgar Canet placed seventh […]
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Sturgis Motorcycle Rally 2026

Jan 8, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Rally Events Aug. 7 – 16 Sturgis, SD The rally of all motorcycle rallies. Come celebrate the 86th anniversary of the legendary Sturgis Motorcycle Rally with Indian Motorcycle. This year’s rally will include live music, owner’s […]
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Daytona Bike Week 2026

Jan 8, 2026 Michael Le Pard
  Feb. 27 – Mar. 8 Daytona Beach, FL Thousands of riders will descend on Daytona Beach each year for this iconic motorcycle rally. Bikers will be treated to live music, miles of scenic ocean […]
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VICTORY FOR LUCIANO BENAVIDES ON DAKAR RALLY STAGE FIVE

Jan 8, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Dakar Rally 2026 – Stage 5 Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Luciano Benavides delivered a standout ride aboard his KTM 450 RALLY to win stage five of the 2026 Dakar Rally. Daniel Sanders placed third, […]
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THIRD PLACE FOR SANDERS ON CHALLENGING DAKAR STAGE THREE

Jan 6, 2026 Michael Le Pard
Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Daniel Sanders has posted the third-fastest time on a long and technically demanding stage three at the 2026 Dakar Rally. Luciano Benavides navigated well through the stage to finish one place behind in fourth, […]

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