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Next Stop Argentina as Yamaha WorldSBK Teams Head for the Southern Hemisphere

October 9, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The Yamaha WorldSBK teams will cross the equator for only the second time this season as they head for Circuito San Juan Villicum in Argentina, venue for the penultimate round of the 2019 FIM Superbike […]

Febvre Returns from Injury in Portugal

May 14, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP’s Romain Febvre suffered a broken ankle at the opening round of the FIM Motocross World Championship in Argentina and subsequently missed four rounds of the championship. The team are pleased to […]

Franco Morbidelli and Fabio Quartararo Top 10 in Austin COTA

April 13, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The MotoGP World Championship season reaches Round three this weekend, with the Americas GP. Just as they did two weeks ago in Argentina, the PETRONAS Yamaha SRT riders were both inside the Top 10 on […]

Circuit of The Americas Austin Texas Weekend Action

April 13, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – April 12. The second weekend of April sees Team SUZUKI ECSTAR riders Alex Rins and Joan Mir back are currently in action for Round 3 of the 2019 MotoGP™ Championship […]

Mission Winnow Ducati team at Austin for third round of MotoGP World Championship

April 11, 2019 Michael Le Pard

After seizing a podium at Termas de Río Hondo (Argentina) with Andrea Dovizioso (3rd), the Mission Winnow Ducati team is ready to resume action at Austin (United States) for the third round of the 2019 […]

BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy Oceania 2020

April 11, 2019 Michael Le Pard

München. Plans for the 2020 BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy in New Zealand are advancing. The biggest news is that after three editions with the BMW R 1200 GS, for 2020 the chosen motorcycle is […]

Andrea Dovizioso claims podium at the Argentina Grand Prix; strong comeback by Petrucci

April 1, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The Mission Winnow Ducati team stepped on the podium once again today at Termas de Río Hondo (Argentina) with Andrea Dovizioso, third on the finish line. The Italian, who started from first row, dictated the […]

RINS MAKES BRILLIANT RECOVERY FOR FIFTH IN ARGENTINA

April 1, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – March 31. Alex Rins: 5th (+ 12.563) Joan Mir: DNF • Alex Rins carves through for a superb Top 5 finish. • Joan Mir forced to retire with rear grip […]

First-row start for Andrea Dovizioso (3rd) at the Argentina GP

March 31, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The Mission Winnow Ducati team resumed action today at Termas de Río Hondo (Argentina) for the second round of the MotoGP World Championship. After moving forward with the work on the race setup with positive […]

GP of Argentina with the Mission Winnow Ducati team

March 30, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The Mission Winnow Ducati team resumed action today at Termas de Río Hondo (Argentina) for the second round of the 2019 MotoGP World Championship. In Friday’s free-practice – characterized by extremely narrow gaps, with 21 […]

INTRIGUING OPENING DAY IN ARGENTINA AS RINS AND MIR GET TO GRIPS

March 30, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – March 29. Alex Rins: 7th – 1:39.451 (+ 0.270) Joan Mir: 15th – 1:39.946 (+ 0.765) • Alex Rins building speed at one of his favourite tracks. • Joan Mir […]

Monster Energy Yamaha Motogp Find Form On Friday In Argentina

March 30, 2019 Michael Le Pard

The Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Team had a testing start to this weekend’s Gran Premio Motul de la República Argentina but changed it all around in the afternoon. Wheelspin prevented riders Maverick Viñales and Valentino […]

Mission Winnow Ducati team ready for Argentina MotoGP World Championship

March 29, 2019 Michael Le Pard

After achieving a spectacular win in the opening race of the year with Andrea Dovizioso in Qatar, the Mission Winnow Ducati team is ready to resume action in Argentina for the second round of the […]

FAST CORNERS AND GOOD MEMORIES AWAIT RINS AND MIR IN ARGENTINA

March 28, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – March 27. The second round of the 2019 MotoGP season sees Team SUZUKI ECSTAR head to Termas de Rio Hondo circuit in Argentina, following a thrilling race in Qatar last […]

Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP plan for action in Argentina

March 28, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP’s Valentino Rossi and Maverick Viñales are ready to fight again at the upcoming second Grand Prix of the 2019 MotoGP season, held in Argentina this weekend. Rossi was just 0.6s off […]

THOMAS KJER-OLSEN TAKES MX2 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP LEAD WITH BRITISH GP VICTORY

March 25, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Enjoying a perfect weekend at the impressive Matterley Basin track, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing rider Thomas Kjer-Olsen has claimed a deserved overall MX2 class victory following two controlled MX2 class moto wins in the […]

Febvre to Undergo Surgery Following Fall in Argentina

March 7, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Following a heavy fall in Race 2 at the opening round of the FIM Motocross World Championship in Patagonia, Argentina, Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP’s Romain Febvre will undergo surgery next week to repair a […]

THOMAS KJER-OLSEN SECURES RUNNER-UP RESULT AT LACAPELLE MARIVAL INTERNATIONAL MX

February 25, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing rider Thomas Kjer-Olsen has successfully wrapped up his pre-season races by securing a solid runner-up result in MX2 category at the 2019 Lacapelle Marival International Motocross in France. The event […]

Dare you ride the Road of Death? 16 reasons why you MUST ride the Andes

November 30, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Don’t stop, keep moving… that’s the single most important piece of advice for anyone considering riding the infamous El Camino de la Muerte or ‘Road of Death’. Climbing to 4,600 metres and riding for long […]

Camier and Gagne Aim to End Season on a High

October 24, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The floodlights of the Losail International Circuit await as the Red Bull Honda World Superbike Team prepare for the last round of the 2018 season. After a mixed weekend in Argentina, Leon Camier and Jake […]

Mahias on the Podium but Disappointment for Caricasulo in Argentina

October 16, 2018 Michael Le Pard

GRT Yamaha Official WorldSSP Team’s Lucas Mahias stormed to his fourth podium finish of the season today at Circuito San Juan Villicum, taking the chequered flag in third place after a titanic three-way battle in […]

Positive Start And Tough Finish For Triple M Honda In Argentina

October 16, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The Triple M Honda World Superbike team and their new rider Florian Marino arrived in Argentina full of optimism in their first working weekend together, with Marino learning quickly and starting 15th. The challenges of […]

Pata Yamaha Push Hard in Challenging Race 2 in Argentina

October 16, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The Pata Yamaha Official WorldSBK Team riders Alex Lowes and Michael van der Mark closed out the inaugural Argentinian WorldSBK weekend with two points scoring finishes in another challenging race at Circuit San Juan Villicum […]

Gagne returns to the top ten in Argentina

October 16, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull Honda World Superbike Team’s Jake Gagne fought his way into the top ten with a spirited Race 2 at the Circuito San Juan Villicum as teammate Leon Camier was forced to retire. Lining […]

Argentina Proves a Tough Challenge for Lowes and Van Der Mark

October 16, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The first ever FIM World Superbike race in Argentina proved a challenging one for the Pata Yamaha Official WorldSBK Team’s Alex Lowes and Michael van der Mark today. Lowes was disappointed with seventh place at […]

Camier battles to tenth in Argentina Race 1

October 16, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Leon Camier walks away with a tenth place finish as Jake Gagne crashes out while fighting for the top ten. Saturday in Argentina started well with Jake Gagne ending Free Practice 4 in seventh place, […]

European season complete for Triple M Honda World Superbike Team

October 1, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The Triple M Honda World Superbike team finished the European rounds of what is a rookie season for both team and rider in the WorldSBK Championship with important lessons learned for the final two rounds […]

PABLO QUINTANILLA RUNNER-UP ON STAGE THREE OF THE DESAFIO RUTA 40 RALLY

August 30, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Continuing his stellar performance on the trails of Argentina, Pablo Quintanilla has secured a strong runner-up result on the third rally stage of the 2018 Desafio Ruta 40. Remaining second in the rally’s provisional overall […]

PABLO QUINTANILLA PUTS IN A STELLAR STAGE TWO PERFORMANCE AT DESAFIO RUTA 40

August 29, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Enjoying a strong performance on today’s stage of the Desafio Ruta 40, Pablo Quintanilla placed third in the event’s second full rally stage. Getting even closer to the provisional overall lead, the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna […]

Harley-Davidson Authorized Tours – Looking for adventure? We know where to find it.

August 19, 2018 Michael Le Pard

There is nothing like riding new roads, discovering new sites, meeting new friends and having fun; why not do it all by motorcycle? North America, Europe, Asia, New Zealand and even Africa await you on […]

BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy Central Asia 2018. Day 8. Final. Team South Africa victorious – again!

June 11, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Chingisiin Khuree, near Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. After eight days and 2350 km the 2018 BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy has reached its conclusion back where it began, at Camp Chinisiin Khuree near Ulaanbaatar. And it’s Team […]

BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy Central Asia 2018. Day 5. The grass is greener

June 9, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Camp Munkh Tenger, Kharkhorin, Mongolia. A day of two halves today, on Day 5 of the 2018 BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy in Mongolia. In the morning the GS riders continued their journey with a […]

Team Suzuki ECSTAR Look to Le Mans with Positivity

May 16, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – May 16. The fifth round of the 2018 MotoGP championship will be held at the historical French circuit of Le Mans, home of some fierce battles and thrilling GPs in […]

Monster Yamaha Tech3 Duo is Keen to Kick Off European Season in Spain

May 3, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Following three exciting rounds for Johann Zarco and Hafizh Syahrin in Qatar, Argentina and Texas, the Grand Prix circuit is heading back to Europe this week for the Spanish GP in Jerez de la Frontera, […]

The Long European Leg Of The Championship Starts In Jerez

May 2, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – May 2. With two podiums, one for each rider, already on the scoreboard in the first three races of the season, Team SUZUKI ECSTAR are ready to start the long […]

BACK ACROSS THE OCEAN FOR THE AMERICAN GP IN AUSTIN

April 20, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – April 18 Following Alex Rins’ podium in Argentina ten days ago, it is with a lot of positivity and excitement that Team SUZUKI ECSTAR head to the USA, and the […]

Movistar Yamaha MotoGP Arrive in Austin for the Grand Prix of The Americas

April 19, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The Movistar Yamaha MotoGP Team have travelled to Austin, Texas in the United States of America for this weekend’s Grand Prix of The Americas. After a chaotic race day at the Termas de Río Honda […]

Supreme Zarco Snatches First Podium in 2018 – Syahrin Powers to Remarkable Ninth in Argentina

April 9, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Both Monster Yamaha Tech3 riders delivered an incredible performance on race day at the Termas de Río Hondo Circuit, taking home phenomenal results. Johann Zarco came off the line well to fight inside the leading […]

TOP 10 FOR BOTH IANNONE AND RINS IN ARGENTINA DAY 1

April 9, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – April 6 Andrea Iannone: 5th – 1:40.386 (+ 0.991) Alex Rins: 8th – 1:40.592 (+ 0.1.197) • Positive feeling for Andrea Iannone, especially in FP1. • Big step for Alex […]

Monster Yamaha Tech3 Duo Eager to Arrive in Argentina

April 4, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Following a successful debut in 2018, Johann Zarco and Hafizh Syahrin are excited to head to South America this week for the second round of the season at the Termas de Río Hondo Circuit. With […]

Movistar Yamaha MotoGP Anticipate Action in Argentina

April 4, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Movistar Yamaha MotoGP’s Valentino Rossi and Maverick Viñales are crossing the Atlantic Ocean on their way to the second Grand Prix of the season, held in Argentina this weekend. After his strong third place podium […]

Van Horebeek & Febvre Finish Inside Top-5 MXGP Season Opener

March 6, 2018 Michael Le Pard

A solid start to the 2018 MXGP campaign for Monster Energy Yamaha Factory Racing Team riders Jeremy Van Horebeek and Romain Febvre, wrapping up the first round of the FIM Motocross World Championship in Patagonia, […]

THOMAS KJER-OLSEN SECURES RUNNER-UP RESULT IN ARGENTINA

March 6, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Putting in two committed performances at the Neuquén track in Argentina, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Thomas Kjer-Olsen has started the 2018 FIM Motocross World Championship with a solid runner-up overall result in the highly-competitive […]

VIDEO: 2018 ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING MXGP

February 15, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Motorcycles are proud to release the official pre-season video of the 2018 Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing MXGP team, featuring official team riders Gautier Paulin and Max Anstie. Following a solid debut season aboard […]

BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy Central Asia 2018

February 13, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The GS Trophy is heading to Mongolia in June 2018 for what will be its biggest challenge yet. With three new teams joining the competition (Australia, India and a second International Female Team) and now […]

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA RIDERS EARN TOP THREE RESULTS AT HAWKSTONE INTERNATIONAL MX 2018

February 12, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Enjoying a solid day of racing at the 2018 edition of the Hawkstone International MX, the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing squad saw Gautier Paulin secure a strong third overall in MX1 class, with MX2 […]

ANSTIE & PAULIN ENJOY SOLID FIRST SEASON OUTING IN SARDINIA

February 5, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Enjoying a highly positive start to the 2018 season at the opening round of the Internazionali d’ Italia Motocross series, the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing MXGP team saw Max Anstie collect two solid runner-up […]

OFFICIAL IMAGES & VIDEO – ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING 2018 MX2 TEAM

February 5, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Motorcycles are pleased to release the imagery and video of the 2018 Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing MX2 team, featuring official team riders Thomas Covington and Thomas Kjer-Olsen. Placing third and fourth respectively in […]

17TH CONSECUTIVE RALLY DAKAR WIN FOR KTM WITH MATTHIAS WALKNER

February 1, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Having covered nearly 9,000 km of the most challenging terrain through Peru, Bolivia and Argentina, Toby Price brought his KTM machine home for a podium finish, placing third having battled to the end following his return […]

The Movistar Yamaha MotoGP Team Presents its 2018 Colours in Madrid

January 25, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The Italy-based Yamaha Factory Racing team travelled to Madrid not only to present a new livery, but also to celebrate its strong partnership with telecommunications giant Telefónica Spain. The two companies signed a five-year partnership […]

Yamalube Yamaha Official Rally Team Leave Their Mark On Dakar 2018

January 25, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Demonstrating huge potential in South America, Yamalube Yamaha Official Rally Team riders have made a strong statement at the 2018 Dakar Rally. Playing a key role in the development of the race, Adrien Van Beveren […]

Yamalube Yamaha Official Rally Team Finish The 2018 Dakar Rally

January 22, 2018 Michael Le Pard

It’s mission accomplished for the Yamalube Yamaha Official Rally Team, who saw team rider Rodney Faggotter finish the final stage on Saturday without any issues. With it he ended his 2018 Dakar Rally adventure with […]

QUINTANILLA & SHORT CROSS THE FINISH LINE OF THE 2018 DAKAR RALLY

January 22, 2018 Michael Le Pard

With the 2018 Dakar Rally coming to an end today in Córdoba, Argentina, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing teammates Pablo Quintanilla and Andrew Short have both successfully made it to the finish of this extremely […]

Rodney Faggotter Climbs Up The Overall Standings After Dakar’s Stage 11

January 19, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Continuing to make progress in this year’s Dakar Rally, Yamalube Yamaha Official Rally Team’s Rodney Faggotter wrapped up the opening part of the event’s second and final marathon stage in 16th position. With all eyes […]

QUINTANILLA & SHORT ALL-SET FOR LAST TWO STAGES OF DAKAR RALLY

January 19, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Already in San Juan following the cancellation of Thursday’s stage 12, the duo of Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing riders Pablo Quintanilla and Andrew Short are looking forward to the 2018 Dakar Rally’s two final […]

QUINTANILLA & SHORT CLIMB HIGHER IN DAKAR’S PROVISIONAL STANDINGS

January 19, 2018 Michael Le Pard

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING DUO BATTLE THROUGH A CHALLENGING STAGE 11 Making the most of a challenging first half of the marathon stage, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing teammates Pablo Quintanilla and Andrew Short […]

Adrien Van Beveren Injury Update

January 17, 2018 Michael Le Pard

On Tuesday, January 16, while leading the provisional overall standings of the 2018 Dakar Rally, Yamalube Yamaha Official Rally Team rider Adrien Van Beveren suffered a crash shortly before finishing stage 10 of the event […]

Yamalube Yamaha Official Rally Team Set For Dakar’s Final Argentinian Stages

January 16, 2018 Michael Le Pard

All set to enter the third and final part of the 2018 Dakar Rally tomorrow, Yamalube Yamaha Official Rally Team’s Adrien Van Beveren has his eyes set on continuing his stellar run of form. Holding […]

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING SET FOR 2018 DAKAR RALLY

January 5, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Following months of intense preparation, the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing team are all-set for the longest and toughest challenge in the annual rally calendar, the 2018 Dakar Rally. Featuring reigning FIM Cross-Country Rallies World Champion Pablo […]

ALEX RINS BLOG – January 2018

January 3, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – January 1. Team SUZUKI ECSTAR MotoGP™ Rookie Alex Rins overcame many injuries in 2017 to finish within striking distance of a podium on his return to the circuit. In 2018, […]

See the toughest ever 2018 Dakar route

December 25, 2017 Michael Le Pard

In recent years the Rally Dakar has found its home in South America. But, as the name suggests, that’s not always been the case. The Rally Dakar was born in 1978, taking competitors from Paris, […]

Rider Inspiration: Lea Rieck 90,000km world motorcycle tour

December 20, 2017 Michael Le Pard

There were occasions during her round-the-world ride when Lea Rieck happily admits she returned to her hotel room and sobbed. The third and final leg of Lea’s tour took her from Australia – where her […]

Yamalube Yamaha Official Rally Team Gear Up For 2018 Dakar Rally

December 7, 2017 Michael Le Pard

The Yamalube Yamaha Official Rally Team of Adrien Van Beveren, Xavier de Soultrait, Franco Caimi and Rodney Faggotter are all-set for the most demanding challenge on the annual rally calendar – the 2018 Dakar […]

Husqvarna Motorcycles Announce Official Rider Line-Up For Dakar Rally 2018

November 22, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Husqvarna Motorcycles are proud to confirm their official rider line-up for the 2018 Dakar Rally. Following an impressive season, FIM Cross-Country Rallies World Champion Pablo Quintanilla will be joined by Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing […]