Daily Motos

Dovizioso begins the final pre-season test at Jerez

Sat, 28 Mar 2009 20:30:00 +0100

� Repsol Media Service.

Lorenzo and Rossi top the time sheets in Jerez

Sat, 28 Mar 2009 19:46:00 +0100

� Fiat Yamaha Team.

Image gallery: Playboy and LCR Team, the hotest box in the MotoGP Paddock

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 18:15:00 +0100

� LCR Honda.

Toseland, Rossi, Edwards and Lorenzo unveil new R1 in Las Vegas

Tue, 09 Sep 2008 10:35:00 +0200

� Fiat Yamaha Team.

New Honda CBR1000RR '09 Fireblade image gallery

Mon, 08 Sep 2008 17:37:00 +0200

� Honda Motor Co.

Students run Triumph Motorcycle on apples

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 18:00:00 +0200

� Exposure.

A Triumph Daytona 675 powered by bioethanol fuel today reached an astonishing track speed of 158.7 mph at Bruntingthorpe Proving Ground! The biofuel used for this groundbreaking initiative was produced from windfall apples by A-level students from a local school.

Troy Bayliss suffers bike crash in Monte Carlo

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 11:01:00 +0200

� FGSport.

Series leader Troy Bayliss, who was due to arrive in Assen yesterday for the Dutch Round of the championship, suffered a major scare last wednesday when he crashed on his bicycle while training in Monte Carlo, and came away with cuts and grazes and a sore back in the process. The Aussie will have a check-up at the Clinica Mobile but will be fit to race this weekend.

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP riders looking for positive fortune in China

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 19:36:00 +0200

� Rizla Suzuki MotoGP.

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP is on its way to Shanghai for round four of the 2008 MotoGP World Championship, in a determined mood to kick-start its season on the 5,281m Chinese circuit. The Rizla Suzuki GSV-R has shown its potential at the Shanghai International Circuit with a front row qualification plus a podium finish in 2007.

Take a ride to the dark side with Triumph's Matt Black Speed Triple

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 19:02:00 +0200

� Triumph.

Triumph Motorcycles has introduced a mean and moody Matt Black colour option to accentuate the popular Speed Triple's aggressive, stripped down looks and make it stand out even further from the crowd. The Matt Black Speed Triple costs £7,999 OTR.

David Casteau scores another stage victory at the Central Europe Rally

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 18:39:00 +0200

El Chaleco L�pez. � J. van Oers.

The longest timed section of the rally had plenty of surprises in store today, with in particular a deluge of penalties in the bike category. Casteau scored another stage victory, boasting a lead of 4'39" over the Chilean Francisco Lopez in the general standings.

Alpinestars announces the Bionic Neck Support available from mid-August 2008

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 16:35:00 +0200

� Alpinestars.

Alpinestars has finalized details of its new Neck Protection system, the Bionic Neck Support, which is an important addition to the Company’s technical protection line for motocross and off-road motorcycling. Attached are specifications and images for the Bionic Neck Support which will be available from Alpinestars dealers from mid-August 2008.

New Micron Delta Sport endcans for Triumph's Street Triple

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 11:36:04 +0100

� Micron.

Direct evolution of Delta+, Micron announced the new Delta Sport endcans for Triumph's naked Street Triple. Increasing the performance up to 4.2 bhp at 11.000 r.p.m the new endcans are available in two finishes, stainless steel with stainless endcap and titanium with a black ceramic endcap.

Rizla Suzuki unveils the 2008 GSV-R MotoGP contender

Mon, 11 Feb 2008 11:17:33 +0100

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP has released the first images of the 2008 Suzuki GSV-R accompanied by a technical specification and interviews with the machine's riders, Chris Vermeulen and Loris Capirossi.

2008 challenge gets underway for Valentino Rossi in Sepang

Tue, 22 Jan 2008 18:12:53 +0100

Valentino Rossi completed a mainly positive first day of testing in Malaysia today as the first of four pre-season tests began for the Fiat Yamaha Team. Rossi's second test on Bridgestone tyres was interrupted when he crashed entering turn two on his twentieth lap of the day, but the Italian was unhurt and completed 44 laps and some important development work

Lorenzo out on track in Yamaha colours for first time

Tue, 22 Jan 2008 17:12:59 +0100

� Fiat Yamaha Team.

After being officially welcomed into the Yamaha fold at the Team's presentation in Turin last week, Jorge Lorenzo was out on track in Fiat Yamaha Team colours for the first time today in Sepang. The three-day Malaysian test is the first of four pre-season tests before the Spanish rookie makes his MotoGP debut in March.

Dani Pedrosa injured in Sepang, the Spaniard has a small fracture in the right hand

Tue, 22 Jan 2008 16:27:46 +0100

� Repsol Media Service.

Bad luck for Dani Pedrosa who has to return to Spain after a big crash in Sepang. Setting the second best time of the day behind Randy De Puniet, the Spaniard slid off at Turn 11, injuring his right hand. Team-mate Nicky Hayden completed a total of 85 laps, riding more laps than anyone else on track.

MV Agusta announces the racing program for the 2008 season

Tue, 22 Jan 2008 12:32:07 +0100

� MV Agusta.

The Italian manufacturer announced the racing program for 2008, an agenda concentrated in developing the SBK version of the Master Bike winner F4 R 312. Luca Scassa will be the only factory backed rider and will ride for the Unionbike Gimotorsports Team headed by Gigi D'Esposito.

Fiat Yamaha Team 2008 official presentation inTurin

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 17:48:29 +0100

� Fiat Yamaha Team.

Yamaha Motor Company Ltd. and Fiat Automobiles S.p.A. marked the second year of their MotoGP partnership today, at the official 2008 Fiat Yamaha Team Launch in Turin, Italy. The presentation was hosted by Italian TV star Simona Ventura and took place at the historic Lingotto building, which was Fiat's car factory from 1923 until 1982.

Taddy Blazusiak blasts away opposition at Rodeo-X Endurocross

Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:03:56 +0100

� KTM

Taddy Blazusiak, the Polish rider who came, saw and conquered the 2007 Erzberg Rodeo and won himself a KTM factory rider position for his efforts, snatched victory at the weekend at the Rodeo-X Endurocross event in Linz, Austria.

Honda CB 1000R XESS

Wed, 16 Jan 2008 13:16:09 +0100

� Honda.

The XESS (eXtreme European Streetfighter Styling) version of the CB1000R draws on the most extreme potential of this new Naked streetfighter’s intensely aggressive power. It focuses the customer’s attention on the eventual possibilities for modifying the production model to make it even more stunning.

New Micron GP-Sport silencers for Hayabusa '08 and Delta Sport end-can for GSX650F

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 18:16:28 +0100

Micron presents the new Delta Sport end-can for Suzuki's new sportster GSX650F and new GP-Sport twin silencer for the new hyperbike Hayabusa '08. The Delta Sport delivers a healthy boost in power in the new GSX650F's mid-range and this increases to an impressive 4bhp. The GP-Sport silencers offer a weight saving of 8.2kg over the original silencers.

Vermeulen in seventh heaven

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 17:17:47 +0100

Vermeulen has used number 71 on his race machines in his first two seasons of MotoGP racing with Suzuki but following Carlos Checa's departure form MotoGP, the Aussie jumped the opportunity to run with Barry Sheene's number "7".

Micron pulls out the stops on Suzuki B-King

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 17:25:33 +0100

� Micron.

Micron has revealed new GP-Sport silencers for the B-King and has admitted that designing for Suzuki’s iconic street-fighter has been among the company’s most challenging assignments.

Bayliss closes Phillip Island test with broken collarbone

Thu, 10 Jan 2008 12:32:07 +0100

Up to eight riders run in 1'32", close times for this first test of the WSBK 2008 season in Phillip Island. Yukio Kagayama set the fastest time of all three days as Aussie Troy Bayliss fell at the bottom of MG broking his collarbone. Two times World SBK Champion will be fit for the start of the season in Qatar.

Airwaves Ducati 999F06's Up for sale on eBay!

Thu, 22 Nov 2007 17:53:16 +0100

GSE Racing are selling the Ducati 999F06's that Gregorio Lavilla and Leon Haslam competed on in the 2007 British Superbike Championship.

The FIM announced changes to the 2008 Indoor Trial World Championship calendar

Thu, 22 Nov 2007 12:38:15 +0100

� Octagon Esedos S.L.

The 2008 Indoor Trial World Championship calendar receivesd a certain number of modifications made by the Series promoter.

Hyosung conmemorates its 30 anniversary with a limited-edition version of its 650cc Aquila

Wed, 21 Nov 2007 10:31:30 +0100

� Hyosung Motor Company.

The Hyosung GV650 Anniversary model commemorates the start of the company back in 1978.

MV Agusta wins the "Most Beautiful Motorcycle" with the Brutale 1078RR

Tue, 13 Nov 2007 13:06:15 +0100

Claudio Castiglioni and the new Brutale 1078 RR. � MV Agusta.

MV Agusta brought the 65th EICMA show to a successful conclusion winning the "Most Beautiful Motorcycle" award with the new Brutale 1078RR.

Chad Reed crowned "King of Bercy"

Mon, 12 Nov 2007 16:44:06 +0100

Reed got his first win in Bercy during his third attempt. � Mediacross.

Strong as ever, Chad Reed never gave up during the last night of the Paris Bercy Supercross and claimed a third success and the overall win.

Dani Pedrosa and Nicky Hayden debut 2008 RC212V

Tue, 06 Nov 2007 21:59:43 +0100

� Repsol Media Service.

The Repsol Honda Team today revealed the new racing prototype it will use to contest the 2008 MotoGP World Championship as a day and a half of MotoGP testing began at Valencia, Spain.

Yamaha begins a new chapter with two times 250cc World Champion Jorge Lorenzo

Tue, 06 Nov 2007 19:59:15 +0100

� Fiat Yamaha Team.

Reigning 250cc World Champion Jorge Lorenzo, who will ride for the Fiat Yamaha Team in 2008, got his first taste of the YZR-M1 today as he tested with Yamaha for the first time in Valencia this afternoon.

Repsol riders Laia Sanz and Toni Bou on Pedrosa's bike in Valencia

Mon, 05 Nov 2007 18:57:17 +0100

With the memory of yesterday`s race in front of his compatriots at the Circuito Ricardo Tormo still fresh in his mind the Repsol Honda Team rider Dani Pedrosa, recently proclaimed Runner-up in the World MotoGP Championship, was the host for some very special visitors in the pits.

Mr. Masumi Hamane, HRC President: "This year the Repsol Honda Team and Michelin have been defeated"

Mon, 05 Nov 2007 17:43:53 +0100

Michelin ended a difficult season with victory. � Repsol Media Service.

The Honda Racing Corporation (HRC) is very pleased to announce today that the Repsol Honda Team will continue its highly successful partnership with Michelin for the 2008 MotoGP season.

Team Alstare and Corona Extra end an era of success

Thu, 02 Aug 2007 13:03:02 +0200

Alstare Suzuki loses his principal sponsor for 2008. � Alstare.

After ten years of outstanding collaboration benefiting all parties involved, Grupo Modelo and Corona Extra have decided to withdraw from the motorsport world for commercial reasons.

Carmichael, Stewart and Villopoto to represent USA at the 2007 Motocross of Nations

Thu, 02 Aug 2007 11:47:49 +0200

� Suzuki Racing.

The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) has announced the members of AMA Team USA.

James Toseland signs for Tech 3 Yamaha MotoGP

Wed, 01 Aug 2007 17:42:51 +0200

Tech 3 Yamaha has announced the signing of James Toseland for the 2008 season.

MV Agusta announces the first MV Agusta Watches collection

Wed, 01 Aug 2007 10:36:03 +0200

� MV Agusta.

While the watchmaking know-how of the JEANRICHARD company is deeply rooted in the Swiss watch manufacturing tradition, its spirit is clearly influenced by Italian culture.

Yukio Kagayama and Kousuke Akiyoshi win the 30th �Coca Cola Zero Suzuka 8 Hours'

Sun, 29 Jul 2007 19:36:43 +0200

� FIM.

Suzuki Yoshimura with Jomo 34 put an end to a series of ten victories by Honda at Suzuka today.

Suzuki RM250 Paul Edmonson Replica announced

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 19:29:49 +0200

Suzuki announces the all-new Suzuki RM250 Paul Edmondson Replica - an enduro specific version of the iconic two-stroke racer.

HRC takes control in "Coca Cola Zero Suzuka 8 Hours" qualifiers

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 18:26:44 +0200

James Toseland. � Honda Pro Images.

The Honda HRC 11 of Ryuichi Kiyonari and James Toseland took the plaudits in Friday's qualifying sessions for the ‘Coca Cola Zero' Suzuka 8 Hours.

Roger Lee Hayden gets Kawasaki ride at Laguna Seca

Thu, 12 Jul 2007 10:41:51 +0200

� Roger Hayden.com

Roger Lee Hayden, brother of current MotoGP world champion Nicky, will ride a factory Ninja ZX-RR at the Red Bull US Grand Prix later this month, as a wildcard rider.

Ruben Xaus sets the fastest time in today's second day of WSBK official test

Sun, 08 Jul 2007 19:45:00 +0200

� FGsport.

Spaniard Ruben Xaus (Ducati Sterilgarda) has already won an SBK this season and he forced his name to the top of another results sheet at Vallelunga, after scoring the fastest time in the official tests.

Tough result for Repsol Honda Team at rainy British GP

Sun, 24 Jun 2007 18:40:27 +0200

Pedrosa crossed the line seventh behind Alex Barros. � Repsol Media Service.

The early promise of the weekend remained unfulfilled for the Repsol Honda Team at Donington Park on Sunday as the British Grand Prix was affected by rain.

Cyril Despres triumphs onboard KTM for third Red Bull Romaniacs victory

Fri, 22 Jun 2007 17:17:29 +0200

� Dean Treml/Red Bull Photofiles.

Frenchman Cyril Despres has been the ultimate winner of the 2007 Red Bull Romaniacs Hard Enduro Rally, his third victory in this tough event in Romania's Carpathian Mountains.

Neil hodgson gives direction to Rizla Suzuki

Fri, 22 Jun 2007 12:47:37 +0200

� Rizla Suzuki.

Rizla Suzuki concluded its two-day Cadwell Park test with Neil Hodgson delighted with the direction and feedback the former World and British Superbike Champion was able to provide.

Troy Corser Tries the Stock Yamaha R1 and R6

Thu, 21 Jun 2007 19:42:24 +0200

Troy Corser recently got the chance to compare the new 2007 YZF-R1 to his own Yamaha Motor Italia WSB bike and was pleasantly surprised by his findings.

Dainese celebrates 35th years of success

Thu, 21 Jun 2007 17:16:07 +0200

� Paul Warchol.

On July 21 and 22, 2007 Dainese will be opening the doors for all its fans to celebrate and relive a story of success and innovation that all began 35 years ago.

Bennetts goes global by taking the title of official WSBK series sponsor

Thu, 21 Jun 2007 16:33:00 +0200

� HANNspree Ten Kate Honda.

In addition to its successful title sponsorship campaign with the British Superbike Championship, Bennetts, the UK's number one for bike insurance is going global with an exciting SBK Superbike World Championship programme.

Anthony West gets a Kawasaki MotoGP ride for the reminder of the season

Thu, 21 Jun 2007 12:34:42 +0200

� Yamaha Racing.

Yamaha Motor Europe has agreed to release Anthony West, at his request, from riding the R6 in the remaining races of the 2007 Supersport World Championship.

New Suomy Vandal Biaggi Replica

Fri, 15 Jun 2007 10:24:08 +0200

The model Max Biaggi Replica is the last graphic version of the helmet made and distributed by the Italian company in Italy and all over the world during these days.