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The laborious homologation of a motorcycle: ‘You have to consider all markets, and each one has its own requirements’
Published: October 22, 2024 15:24
Developing a new motorcycle is a lengthy and laborious process. There are countless aspects to consider, from the concept and ideas phase for a model to its introduction to the market. One of the fundamental parts is homologation, which must be planned and…
Marco Bezzecchi seeks redemption at the Thai GP: ‘Australia wasn’t easy; In Buriram, I want to stay on the heels of the strongest riders’
Published: October 22, 2024 15:13
After a difficult weekend in Australia, Marco Bezzecchi arrives at the Thai Grand Prix with a single goal: redemption. The Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team rider, who is currently 11th in the overall standings with 134 points, believes that Buriram will…
Pierer Mobility Group downsizes board amid financial struggles
https://motorcyclesports.net/pierer-mobility-group-downsizes-board-amid-financial-struggles/
Published: October 22, 2024 14:58
Pierer Mobility Group, owner of KTM, has announced a dramatic restructuring of its management, reducing its executive board from six to just two members as it faces serious financial challenges. The decision retains only Group CEO Stefan Pierer and Co-CEO…
Pecco Bagnaia showed resilience in a challenging weekend: ‘He raced defensively, giving everything he had’ – Gigi Dall’Igna
Published: October 22, 2024 14:24
Ducati Corse General Manager, Gigi Dall’Igna, analyzed Pecco Bagnaia’s performance during a complicated weekend, highlighting the Italian rider’s resilience. Bagnaia faced difficulties on the circuit, never quite feeling comfortable, either with the bike…
Luca Marini confident for Thai GP: ‘Our work from the start of the year is paying off; We need to keep on working hard like this’
Published: October 22, 2024 13:59
After one of his best weekends with Honda, Luca Marini arrives in Buriram confident and focused on keeping up the pace. The Italian rider has shown remarkable progress since the start of the season, and 10th place in the Australian Sprint, followed by a…
New Royal Enfield Interceptor Bear «spied» as the launch approaches
https://motorcyclesports.net/new-royal-enfield-interceptor-bear-spied-as-the-launch-approaches/
Published: October 22, 2024 13:56
The new Royal Enfield Interceptor Bear 650 is set to arrive soon, expanding the brand’s 650cc lineup. In recent days, images of this new model have leaked. The frame and cycle parts are expected to be largely similar to the Interceptor 650, though possibly…
Triumph Tiger Sport 800: Power, comfort, and your new companion for unlimited travel
Published: October 22, 2024 13:38
Triumph Motorcycles has just unveiled the Tiger Sport 800, a bike that combines the dynamic performance of its signature three-cylinder engine with an exciting and engaging riding experience. Designed to balance the thrill of a sport bike with…
Gigi Dall’Igna praises Martín’s maturity after duel with Márquez: ‘He had more to lose and got to increased the advantage over Bagnaia’
Published: October 22, 2024 12:50
Ducati Corse General Manager, Gigi Dall’Igna, praised Jorge Martín’s performance, who despite facing an intense battle with Marc Márquez, showed great maturity and strategic intelligence during the race. Dall’Igna highlighted that Martín, in contrast to…
Fabio Di Giannantonio faces final race of the season at the Thai GP
https://motorcyclesports.net/fabio-di-giannantonio-faces-final-race-of-the-season-at-the-thai-gp/
Published: October 22, 2024 12:25
The Thai Grand Prix in Buriram will mark the last race of 2024 for Fabio Di Giannantonio with the Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team. The Italian rider, who suffered a left shoulder injury, will return to Italy next Monday to undergo surgery, thus missing…
Joan Mir explains crash that led to third consecutive DNF
https://motorcyclesports.net/joan-mir-explains-crash-that-led-to-third-consecutive-dnf/
Published: October 22, 2024 12:00
Joan Mir had a difficult race at the MotoGP Australian GP, retiring for the third time in a row from a main race. At the time of the incident, on the penultimate lap, he was trying to reach 17th place. The Repsol Honda rider didn’t have the competitiveness…
Marco Bezzecchi ends Australian weekend ‘frustrated’, which ended with a crash
Published: October 22, 2024 11:40
Marco Bezzecchi’s weekend was particularly rich in crashes, with two in particular having different effects, and that in a weekend where he felt competitive. Marco Bezzecchi showed determination despite the mishaps. After the controversial crash with…
New Bajaj Pulsar N125 launched in India, a sporty bike that would fit well in Europe
Published: October 22, 2024 11:34
The new Bajaj Pulsar N125 has been officially launched in India. It is an appealing sports bike for younger riders, completed redesigned, whose power even makes it suitable for A2 license holders. However, despite being well-suited for the competitive…
Maverick Viñales challenges critics: ‘I heard a lot of strange things, if you know how to race, put on your leathers and come to my house’
Published: October 22, 2024 10:47
The crash involving Maverick Viñales and Marco Bezzecchi was one of the most controversial moments of the weekend, and with both riders criticizing each other’s behavior, they also didn’t escape some criticism themselves. The Aprilia rider even seemed…
MV Agusta reveals plans for EICMA 2024
https://motorcyclesports.net/mv-agusta-reveals-plans-for-eicma-2024/
Published: October 22, 2024 10:21
MV Agusta will not miss the call for EICMA 2024. The Milan show celebrates its 110th anniversary and is scheduled from November 7 to 10 at Fiera Milano. The legendary brand will be present for the first time since it was acquired by the Pierer Mobility…
Aleix Espargaró and the contact with Miller: ‘You need to be more careful, and more respectful for the other riders’
Published: October 22, 2024 10:00
On the first lap of the MotoGP Australian GP, one of the incidents involved Aleix Espargaró and Jack Miller – which left the Spaniard’s Aprilia RS-GP with damage that ended up affecting his performance. With the pack tightly bunched, the initial moments of…
Gigi Dall’Igna saw a ‘wild’ Marc Márquez who ‘can scent victory’, and did ‘a true masterpiece’ at Phillip Island
Published: October 22, 2024 09:27
Ducati continues to collect victories in 2024 MotoGP, with its 16th overall triumph and an impressive conquest of the first six positions of the race showing that it is the strongest manufacturer in the championship. Marc Márquez was the protagonist, with…
Strategy was key to Marc Márquez’s victory at Phillip Island
https://motorcyclesports.net/strategy-was-key-to-marc-marquezs-victory-at-phillip-island/
Published: October 22, 2024 08:51
Frankie Carchedi explained some of the secrets behind Marc Márquez’s thrilling victory at Phillip Island, especially after a tense start to the race when the ‘tear-off’ (visor protection plastic) that the rider removed got stuck in the front wheel and…
Miguel Oliveira continues recovery with no set return date
https://motorcyclesports.net/miguel-oliveira-continues-recovery-with-no-set-return-date/
Published: October 22, 2024 08:22
Portuguese rider Miguel Oliveira, representing Trackhouse Racing in MotoGP, is continuing his rehabilitation process after undergoing surgery on multiple fractures in his right wrist, with no specific date set for his return to competition. The injury…
Morbidelli T1002VX: Designed to go beyond
https://motorcyclesports.net/morbidelli-t1002vx-designed-to-go-beyond/
Published: October 21, 2024 20:33
The Morbidelli T1002VX is ideal for those who want to push their limits on every adventure. Equipped with an 80-degree, 997 cm³ V-Twin engine, this motorcycle delivers exceptional performance, combining power and control on any terrain. Its advanced riding…
‘At this moment, it’s 51% for Jorge Martín and 49% for Pecco Bagnaia’ – Davide Tardozzi
Published: October 21, 2024 19:58
With just three rounds remaining in the MotoGP season, the title fight is wide open. Jorge Martín (Prima Pramac/Ducati) holds a slim 20-point lead over Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati). Davide Tardozzi, Ducati’s team manager, shared his thoughts on this tight…
‘I had a great potential at the beginning, but then I wore the tyre too much’ – Franco Morbidelli
Published: October 21, 2024 19:14
Franco Morbidelli continued his streak of strong performances with a sixth-place finish at the MotoGP Australian GP. The Prima Pramac rider even found himself fighting for a top-five position but couldn’t maintain the momentum until the end. The Italian…
Video: Alex Lowes and Axel Bassani already in Bimota colors
https://motorcyclesports.net/video-alex-lowes-and-axel-bassani-already-with-bimota-colors/
Published: October 21, 2024 17:30
Tomorrow, October 22, marks the debut of the Bimota by Kawasaki Racing Team in the World Superbike Championship (WSBK). The team, which until now was Kawasaki’s official factory team, is transitioning to represent Bimota as the Italian brand’s factory…
Frankie Carchedi analyzed Marc Márquez’s race: ‘Almost everything went down the drain; In the end he took corners in a new way’
Published: October 21, 2024 17:18
Frankie Carchedi, Marc Márquez’s crew chief, analyzed his rider’s victory in an interview with TNT Sports. Despite an unforeseen incident with the ‘tear-off’ (the protection film of the visor), which could have compromised the race, Márquez managed to…
‘This weekend was the time to take the risk’ – Marc Márquez
https://motorcyclesports.net/this-weekend-was-the-time-to-take-the-risk-marc-marquez/
Published: October 21, 2024 17:13
Marc Márquez returned to victory at the MotoGP Australian GP, marking his third win of the year. Notably, it was the first in more normal conditions, without rain or a peculiar track surface. The Gresini Racing rider feels he is becoming more consistent…
Marc Márquez cost Luca Marini a few positions at the start, who scored again and had ‘one of the best feelings’ this season
Published: October 21, 2024 16:48
Luca Marini scored important points again in the MotoGP World Championship yesterday in the long race at the Australian Grand Prix and regretted losing a few positions in the first laps, partly due to Marc Márquez’s problems at the start. He later admitted…
‘Problem with an external supplier’ and third consecutive DNF for Joan Mir
Published: October 21, 2024 16:08
The string of poor results continues for Joan Mir. The Repsol Honda rider suffered his third consecutive retirement at the MotoGP Australian GP, after never being in a position to fight for points. When running in 18th place for several laps, the Spaniard…
Marco Bezzecchi accepts penalty in Phillip Island but recalls he couldn’t simply ‘stand still’ after Viñales’ overtake
Published: October 21, 2024 15:50
Penalized with a long lap for Sunday’s race in Australia, Marco Bezzecchi understood and accepted the Race Direction’s decision but made it clear that he did not agree, recalling that he did not like his opponent’s behavior and remembered that, after being…
‘We are close to make the next step’ – Álex Márquez
https://motorcyclesports.net/we-are-close-to-make-the-next-step-alex-marquez/
Published: October 21, 2024 15:39
Álex Márquez reacted to two consecutive retirements with a 15th place finish at the MotoGP Australian GP. However, the result was far from particularly good, especially considering how the weekend at Phillip Island began. The Gresini rider showed promising…
Fabio Quartararo surprised Johann Zarco, who couldn’t believe what he saw on his bike’s dashboard: ‘Impressive pace’
Published: October 21, 2024 15:12
After winning the Australian GP in 2023, marking his first appearance on the top step of the podium, Johann Zarco had a different kind of luck this year, crossing the finish line in 12th place. However, he admitted to being impressed by the pace,…
Honda launches Transalp SP special edition for Iberian market
https://motorcyclesports.net/honda-launches-transalp-sp-special-edition-for-iberian-market/
Published: October 21, 2024 14:39
Honda has surprised the Iberian market with the announcement of a special and limited edition of its popular Transalp: the new Transalp SP. Limited to just 250 units for Portugal and Spain, this exclusive version enhances the adventurous character of the…
‘We’ve talked about not throwing the tear-off at the start, but if you have a bug on the visor…’ – Pecco Bagnaia
Published: October 21, 2024 14:36
Marc Márquez had to remove a tear-off from his visor while on the starting grid of the MotoGP Australian GP – an action that compromised his start as the tear-off ended up on his rear tire, causing significant wheelspin as he took off. Francesco Bagnaia…
Suzuki marks 50 years in motocross with special graphics for RM models
https://motorcyclesports.net/suzuki-marks-50-years-in-motocross-with-special-graphics-for-rm-models/
Published: October 21, 2024 14:17
Suzuki’s RM range carries a rich motocross history, with the first model being launched in 1975. To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the RM125’s arrival, Suzuki has introduced five new retro special editions. Released in the United States, these special…
Maverick Viñales aims at Marco Bezzecchi: ‘He didn’t say sorry, he said he was coming to the box but I haven’t seen him; I’m not shy on track’
Published: October 21, 2024 14:02
Maverick Viñales and Marco Bezzecchi clearly have unfinished business and something to settle, as both have been trading accusations about each other’s behavior. While the Italian has criticized the Spaniard’s attitude, the truth is that the Aprilia rider…
Álex Rins struggled to turn in Australia: ‘My elbow on the leather suit was destroyed’
Published: October 21, 2024 14:01
Álex Rins finished the MotoGP Australian GP in 13th place, thus returning to the points. However, the weekend at Phillip Island was still very challenging. The Monster Energy Yamaha rider spoke about the trouble he had while cornering, which left…
New era for Puccetti as official Kawasaki team in WSBK starts this week
Published: October 21, 2024 13:30
Puccetti will begin a new era in its existence in the World Superbike Championship this week with tests in Jerez on Tuesday and Wednesday. From now on, it will be the official Kawasaki team. The team that has served as the official outfit for the Japanese…
Bimota reveals its first colors for WSBK and tests tomorrow
https://motorcyclesports.net/bimota-reveals-its-first-colors-for-wsbk-and-tests-tomorrow/
Published: October 21, 2024 13:13
The team that was the official Kawasaki outfit in the World Superbike Championship until this year will be replaced by BbKRT – Bimota by Kawasaki Racing Team – in 2025, and the first tests will take place this Tuesday in Jerez. The new bike has been…
Vespa GTS 310 more powerful for 2025
https://motorcyclesports.net/vespa-gts-310-more-powerful-for-2025/
Published: October 21, 2024 12:53
Vespa is one of the most iconic motorcycle brands in the world, particularly with its Vespa models. And in 2025, a new, more powerful version of the GTS 310 is expected to be released. According to the website Motorrad Online, homologation documents in…
GASGAS MC 85: Being teenager was never that cool
https://motorcyclesports.net/gasgas-mc-85-being-teenager-was-never-that-cool/
Published: October 21, 2024 12:45
GASGAS presents its latest creation in the youth motocross segment, the MC 85 2025, which promises to revolutionize the market for competitive motorcycles for young riders. Developed in collaboration with a global team of talented test riders, the new MC…
Home Gglory: Josep García triumphed at ISDE; France strongest in teams’ trophy
Published: October 21, 2024 12:29
The International Six Days of Enduro (ISDE) came to an end on Saturday in Santiago de Compostela, with a home victory for Josep García. France was the strongest team overall. Individually, García (Team Spain/KTM) dominated throughout the week, only missing…
‘Mistake’ cost Di Giannantonio dearly and maybe the podium: ‘When I changed the map I lost speed; Maybe I could have caught Bagnaia’
Published: October 21, 2024 11:54
Fabio Di Giannantonio has one more GP ahead of him but before that, in Australia, he had one of his best performances of the year by finishing fourth in yesterday’s long race at Phillip Island, and he partially regretted a ‘small mistake’ that cost him…
‘It’s not fair to only look at the last two races; I’m showing really good speed’ – Aleix Espargaró
Published: October 21, 2024 11:21
In less than a month, Aleix Espargaró will retire from MotoGP – as he announced back in September, he will leave the sport at the end of the season after many years in the premier class. After his result at Phillip Island, the Aprilia rider rejected the…
‘I regret ending my collaboration with BMW, but I’ll approach this project with great motivation’ – Scott Redding
Published: October 21, 2024 10:52
After several months of uncertainty, Scott Redding has finally been confirmed for the 2025 World Superbike season. He will remain with the same team, which will be renamed MGM Bonovo Team and will have Michael Galinski as its owner. In this new beginning,…
‘The start was good, I gained six or seven positions, but then I couldn’t maintain the pace’ – Fabio Quartararo
Published: October 21, 2024 10:44
Although he was pleasantly surprised by some aspects of Sunday’s race in Australia, Fabio Quartararo did not escape some problems during the race. The start was very good, he considers, but the problem came later. Quartararo, ninth yesterday, spoke about…
Marc Márquez helped by winning in Australia? ‘He wanted to win’, replies Francesco Bagnaia
Published: October 21, 2024 10:22
Marc Márquez (Gresini/Ducati) defeated Jorge Martín (Prima Pramac/Ducati) in the MotoGP Australian GP race at Phillip Island, which reduced the potential points loss for Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati). During the post-race press conference, the Italian was…
Marco Bezzecchi criticizes Maverick Viñales: ‘Instead of seeing how I was he did the middle finger and said f*ck to me many times’
Published: October 21, 2024 10:10
One of the most impactful moments, literally, happened on Saturday with Marco Bezzecchi and Maverick Viñales crashing, and with the Spaniard immediately showing a clear sign of displeasure that, yesterday, deserved the Italian’s comment at the end of the…
Enea Bastianini couldn’t keep up with Marc Márquez: ‘I wanted to try, but it was impossible’
Published: October 21, 2024 09:30
After admitting some frustration with Sunday’s race, Enea Bastianini acknowledged that he tried to follow the race winner but without success. The battle, even among Ducati riders, didn’t go the best way. The Italian, who finished in fifth place, saw his…
New Suzuki GSX-S1000GT may be on the way, with new features, not all of them good
Published: October 21, 2024 08:38
Suzuki Motor Corporation may be about to announce the 2025 GSX-S1000GT, with the launch scheduled for November 8th. The new bike will bring some new features, such as colors, and the price. This touring bike, which has won over fans since its debut in…
‘When Jorge Martín overtook me, I said, «I need to attack well»’ – Marc Márquez
Published: October 20, 2024 18:39
Marc Márquez won the MotoGP Australian GP after a direct battle with title contender Jorge Martín (Prima Pramac/Ducati). The Gresini rider recovered from a start hampered by a tear-off visor film and managed to take the lead on lap 24 of the 27-lap race,…
KTM Freeride E celebrates ten years with updates for 2025
https://motorcyclesports.net/ktm-freeride-e-celebrates-ten-years-with-updates-for-2025/
Published: October 20, 2024 18:24
The KTM Freeride E was introduced by the Mattighofen manufacturer in 2014, initially in motocross and enduro versions, and later homologated for road use – making it particularly suitable for urban traffic. Now, it will receive updates for 2025 as it is…
Stefano Manzi seals double victory in WSSP at Jerez with thrilling finish
Published: October 20, 2024 18:07
Stefano Manzi repeated his victory this Sunday in the second race of the World Supersport Championship (WSSP) at Jerez, which marked the season finale. Adrián Huertas had been crowned champion yesterday but was unable to make it onto the podium. The battle…
Motorbike noise is an increasing challenge in motorcycle design
https://motorcyclesports.net/motorbike-noise-is-an-increasing-challenge-in-motorcycle-design/
Published: October 20, 2024 18:01
When we talk about pollution, we mostly think of air pollution, but there are many other forms of pollution – to which motorized vehicles contribute to a greater or lesser extent. Noise pollution is one of them. Harmful to human health, more and more…
Raúl Fernández back to top 10: ‘We made a big mistake at the start, but it was a really good race for us’
Published: October 20, 2024 17:34
Raúl Fernández returned to top ten finishes in the MotoGP Australian GP, crossing the line in tenth place. To achieve this, he had to recover from a poor start, but he matched the pace of the group ahead and was the second-best Aprilia rider. The…
HJC unveils new helmet inspired by «How to Train Your Dragon»
https://motorcyclesports.net/hjc-unveils-new-helmet-inspired-by-how-to-train-your-dragon/
Published: October 20, 2024 17:30
HJC has just revealed a new addition to its premium helmet line: the RPHA 12 Light Fury model, inspired by DreamWorks Animation’s popular film franchise. This release follows the success of the Toothless model in the RPHA 11 series, strengthening the…
Kawasaki Ninja E-1: The legend in electric version didn’t have the best impact… at least for some
Published: October 20, 2024 17:00
In the year Kawasaki celebrates the 40th anniversary of the iconic Ninja, the launch of the E-1 electric version is generating mixed reactions in the motorcycling world. The Japanese brand’s new proposal, while maintaining the characteristic aesthetics of…
‘I’m not fully satisfied with the result; we’re like horses, we always want to win’ – Álex Rins
Published: October 20, 2024 16:54
Álex Rins returned to scoring points with a 13th place finish in the MotoGP Australian GP at Phillip Island. However, the result was not particularly satisfying for the Monster Energy Yamaha rider, who finished four positions behind his teammate, Fabio…
It’s not new, but a new study once again highlights the importance of wearing a helmet in motorcycling
Published: October 20, 2024 16:30
A new study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has revealed alarming data about the consequences of motorcyclists not wearing helmets. The research, analyzing data between 1976 and 2022, concluded that 22,058 lives could have been saved if all…
‘Contact with Jack Miller is a racing incident; we got stuck in Friday’s level’ – Álex Márquez
Published: October 20, 2024 16:14
Álex Márquez finished in 15th place at the MotoGP Australian GP, securing the last point in the race. His race got off to a tough start with a contact incident involving Jack Miller (Red Bull KTM), which set him back. Later, Márquez had to serve a Long Lap…
A “luxury” electric motorcycle has made a splash for its price… and not for a good reason
Published: October 20, 2024 16:00
French manufacturer Ateliers has just unveiled an electric motorcycle that’s generating intense debate in the industry: the Heritage Spirit Scrambler, a model that combines retro design with modern technology, but whose price tag has left the motorcycle…
Jack Miller reveals early race moment: ‘Álex Márquez decided to turn in on me’
Published: October 20, 2024 15:14
Jack Miller finished his MotoGP home round in 11th place. The Red Bull KTM rider couldn’t break into the top ten at the Australian GP in Phillip Island, facing difficulties from the start of the race. His early loss of positions was due to an incident with…
Gallery: The new Ducati Scrambler 10º Anniversario Rizoma Edition
https://motorcyclesports.net/gallery-the-new-ducati-scrambler-10o-anniversario-rizoma-edition/
Published: October 20, 2024 14:35
Last week, Ducati unveiled a very special model – the Scrambler 10º Anniversario Rizoma Edition, celebrating ten years since the launch of the popular Scrambler range by the Borgo Panigale manufacturer. Limited to just 500 units, this special edition was…
Historic! Aldi Satya Mahendra is the WSSP300 champion, and Julián García González gives Kove their first win
Published: October 20, 2024 13:48
Aldi Satya Mahendra is the new Supersport 300 World Champion, becoming the first Indonesian to secure a world speed title. His sixth-place finish in the second race at Jerez was enough to clinch the championship, and the race winner also made…
‘I lost 11 points in the last GP, now I gain 10, next week we don’t know…’ – Jorge Martín
Published: October 20, 2024 13:16
Jorge Martín finished second in the MotoGP Australian GP, just ahead of Francesco Bagnaia. Coming into Phillip Island, the Spaniard led the championship by ten points over his rival, and now he’s extended that lead to 20 points. The Prima Pramac Racing…
Toprak Razgatlioglu celebrates again and closes the season with a return to victories
Published: October 20, 2024 12:44
Toprak Razgatlioglu capped off his second World Superbike Championship title in style, dominating the second race in Jerez this Sunday, which ended prematurely due to a red flag. Taking advantage of his pole position, Nicolò Bulega (Aruba.it Ducati) led…
‘I arrived to the first corner and I didn’t know where I was’ – Marc Márquez
Published: October 20, 2024 12:15
Marc Márquez faced a significant delay at the start of the MotoGP Australian GP, with a tear-off visor strip stuck on his rear wheel. Unfazed, the Gresini rider quickly recovered, battling with Jorge Martín (Prima Pramac/Ducati) and Francesco Bagnaia…
Drama in the end as Ana Carrasco was crowned women’s champion in Jerez; Sara Sánchez won the race
Published: October 20, 2024 11:34
Ana Carrasco is the first champion of the Women’s World Championship (WorldWCR). The inaugural season of the championship concluded this Sunday with a final race in Jerez marked by a dramatic ending, with the other title contender, María Herrera, crashing…
Collision hindered Aleix Espargaró’s race: ‘My bike was quite unbalanced’ – Aleix Espargaró
Published: October 20, 2024 10:57
Aleix Espargaró missed out on points in the MotoGP Australian GP, finishing 16th. The Aprilia rider managed to recover somewhat during the race after being relegated to the back of the pack following a collision with Jack Miller (Red Bull KTM) on the first…
Nicolò Bulega dominated again in the Superpole race at Jerez and beat the champion
Published: October 20, 2024 09:42
Nicolò Bulega secured another victory in Jerez, this time in the Superpole race. So far, the rider has maintained a flawless record in this final round of the World Superbike Championship, once again getting the better of the already-crowned champion…
Scott Redding secures a place in WSBK with the same team and a return to Ducati
Published: October 20, 2024 09:19
Scott Redding will continue in the World Superbike Championship next year, staying with the same team… which will have a different name and will race with a Ducati bike. Bonovo Action will be renamed MGM Bonovo in 2025, also ending its partnership with…
‘I had to say, «Wake up, because the next time it happens, you’re probably going to fall off»’ – Brad Binder
Published: October 20, 2024 08:45
Brad Binder finished the Australian MotoGP in seventh place. The Red Bull KTM rider had been up in fourth place but was unable to maintain the pace of his rivals and dropped to seventh by the final lap of the race at Phillip Island. The South African…
‘In the last five laps, I was completely in trouble’ – Francesco Bagnaia
https://motorcyclesports.net/in-the-last-five-laps-i-was-completely-in-trouble-francesco-bagnaia/
Published: October 20, 2024 07:54
Francesco Bagnaia secured a podium finish at the MotoGP Australian GP, minimizing the points lost to Jorge Martín (Prima Pramac/Ducati) with a third-place finish right behind the championship leader. The Ducati rider admitted in a press conference that…
‘I almost crashed going into the first corner’ – Jorge Martín
https://motorcyclesports.net/i-almost-crashed-going-into-the-first-corner-jorge-martin/
Published: October 20, 2024 07:39
Jorge Martín has yet to win the MotoGP Australian GP this year. The championship leader finished second in the main race at Phillip Island, starting from pole position. However, he struggled throughout the race, unable to hold off Marc Márquez…
Enea Bastianini frustrated in Australia: ‘I was confident; I avoided a crash many times and preferred not to take risks, I can’t be happy’
Published: October 20, 2024 07:24
Fifth in the long race of the Australian GP, Enea Bastianini was not at all happy with how things went today, especially after the good indications yesterday during the Sprint and today during the opening session of the day at Phillip Island. The factory…
Visor tear-off almost compromised Marc Márquez’s race: ‘I didn’t have choice, but it was a dangerous situation’
Published: October 20, 2024 07:11
Marc Márquez won the Australian MotoGP GP, but a visor tear-off stuck to his rear wheel almost jeopardized everything at the start, causing him to drop out of the top ten after starting from second. The Gresini Racing rider acknowledged in a press…
Final speed in the second half of the race surprised Fabio Quartararo… in a positive way
Published: October 20, 2024 06:58
Fabio Quartararo finished the Australian GP in ninth position and after a year of a lot of irregularity, uncertainty and under-performance, the Yamaha rider was once again surprised, this time for the better. The former world champion began by recalling…
Maverick Viñales was happy with his performance at Phillip Island: ‘Eighth place was the result; The bike didn’t behave badly’
Published: October 20, 2024 06:24
Maverick Viñales started the Australian GP from third place on the grid but finished a bit below that, in eighth position, and understood that this is a real place for the Aprilia, and that it fits the reality of the race. When asked about his physical…
Fabio Di Giannantonio leaves Phillip Island with a bittersweet feeling: ‘A better starting position would have allowed me to fight for the podium’
Published: October 20, 2024 05:54
Fabio Di Giannantonio was certainly one of the good surprises in this Australian GP, finishing the race on Sunday in fourth place and being between the factory Ducati duo. A better qualifying position, he believes, would have allowed him to fight for the…
Video: Shoulder to shoulder battle between Arón Canet and Fermín Aldeguer on the final lap at Phillip Island
Published: October 20, 2024 05:18
Phillip Island is one of the riders’ favorite tracks and it’s no coincidence, and this weekend in all classes there was a lot to tell, between battles and twists, but the Moto2 race had what was probably one of the best race endings this year. Arón Canet…
Video: The unlikely culprit behind Marc Márquez’s chaotic start at Phillip Island, which didn’t prevent him from shining in Australia
Published: October 20, 2024 04:51
The start of the long MotoGP race at this Australian GP was marked by an unusual moment that cost Marc Márquez the loss of about ten positions at the beginning of the race, and all because of… a piece of plastic. The rider had a complicated start to the…
‘I saw the tear off was under the bike but I couldn’t get it out of there; I saved the tire to have the last attack’ – Marc Márquez
Published: October 20, 2024 04:35
Marc Márquez once again gifted us with another top-level race, within the reach of very few, thus achieving another victory this year in a race that even started with some mishaps for the Gresini rider. The #93 started by explaining what happened at the…
Jorge Martín didn’t want to go beyond the limits: ‘I knew that Márquez was going to attack, he had nothing to lose and for me it was a big risk’
Published: October 20, 2024 04:18
Jorge Martín is definitely a more mature and calculating rider than we’ve seen in previous years, and proof of that was his approach to today’s race where in the end he decided not to take unnecessary risks “just” to try and win. The Pramac Racing rider…
Pecco Bagnaia is already looking ahead to the next rounds and admits: ‘Márquez and Martín did a better job than us’
Published: October 20, 2024 04:03
Pecco Bagnaia finished the Australian GP in third place in the long race and after initially showing himself to be very competitive, he ended up not being able to keep up with the leading duo, considering that the rivals were simply better. The world…
The Master of Phillip Island strikes again! Marc Márquez wins after intense battle with Jorge Martín to claim victory in the Australian GP
Published: October 20, 2024 03:51
Everything was in place for another MotoGP race at Phillip Island, with Jorge Martín starting from pole position, with Marc Márquez and Maverick Viñales alongside him on the front row. Marco Bezzecchi, Pecco Bagnaia and Raúl Fernández made up the second…
Fermín Aldeguer ecstatic with victory at Phillip Island: ‘Finally I did it’
Published: October 20, 2024 02:27
Fermín Aldeguer was a man of few words when he appeared in parc fermé after the Australian GP, following a hard-fought victory at Phillip Island. The Beta Tools SpeedUp rider had been chasing this victory for three years, something he ‘finally’ achieved: –…
‘I gave it my all and I’m happy with myself; Winning is better but let’s see how it goes in Thailand’ – Arón Canet
Published: October 20, 2024 02:16
What a race Arón Canet gave us, but in the end he narrowly missed out on victory again. Still, the rider admitted to being happy with his performance. Here’s the 25-year-old Spaniard’s first reaction in parc fermé after the end of the race, where he was…
Tooth and nail to the end! What a titanic battle in Phillip Island, and one of the best of the year in Moto2 with Aldeguer beating Canet at the end
Published: October 20, 2024 02:05
What a sight to behold, what a tooth and nail finish, aggressive, tough and exciting to the very end, with Fermín Aldeguer and Arón Canet giving their all until the flag and the pole sitter securing victory in Moto2 at Phillip Island, with Senna Agius…
Marc Márquez leads MotoGP Warm Up in Australia
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Published: October 20, 2024 01:18
Gresini Racing MotoGP rider Marc Márquez stood out on Sunday morning during the Warm Up session for the Australian Grand Prix, topping the timesheets. With a time of 1:27.812, the Spanish rider showed he was in great shape, starting from the front row of…
David Alonso imitates Rossi, to whom he dedicated the victory in Phillip Island: ‘Thank you for inspiring us and putting MotoGP at this level’
Published: October 20, 2024 01:00
Valentino Rossi may not be racing anymore, but he continues to inspire generations of all ages, and David Alonso literally imitated the former rider with a celebration in his honor after winning the Australian GP in Moto3. Alonso admitted that he didn’t…
It’s another level, it’s another class: David Alonso dominates Moto3 at Phillip Island and matches Valentino Rossi’s record in the category
Published: October 20, 2024 00:45
David Alonso continues to shine brightly in Moto3 and has just won the Australian GP, equaling Valentino Rossi’s record of 11 wins in the rookie class in a single season. There was the first race of the day in Australia, with Moto3 ready for another…
Marc Márquez points out the question marks for the Australian race: ‘No one knows how the second part will be’
Published: October 19, 2024 18:31
The cancellation of the first free practice complicated the task for MotoGP riders and teams at the Australian GP. Marc Márquez, from Gresini, still faces several uncertainties regarding the main race, particularly concerning the final laps. The eight-time…
‘We’re in a place where there is wildlife around; it’s part of it; we need to accept it’ – Jack Miller
Published: October 19, 2024 18:08
Jack Miller was hit by a seagull during the Sprint race at the MotoGP Australian GP – which struck him on the very first lap, causing considerable damage to the front of his KTM. This wasn’t the only animal-related incident over the weekend so far – in…
Thinking of the new generations – Yamaha MT-09 Y-AMT
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Published: October 19, 2024 17:51
Yamaha has launched a new automated transmission system, the Y-AMT, this year. The MT-09 was the first motorcycle from the Iwata manufacturer to receive it. As one of the manufacturers at the forefront of technology, this move is not surprising.…
María Herrera won race 1 in Jerez and takes the title fight in the WorldWCR to the end
Published: October 19, 2024 17:36
The first champion of the Women’s World Championship will only be determined in the final race of the season. This Saturday, María Herrera won the first race in Jerez, successfully delaying the decision until tomorrow. After Ana Carrasco (Evan Bros Racing…
French motorcycle safety expert defends lane splitting
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Published: October 19, 2024 17:30
The recent change in the speed limit on the Paris ring road is generating controversy in the French motorcycling community, effectively making the practice of lane splitting illegal. The decision by Mayor Anne Hidalgo to reduce the speed limit to 50 km/h…
Jorge Martín feels ready for Sunday’s race and predicts who will be his main rival
Published: October 19, 2024 17:17
Jorge Martín claimed victory in the Sprint race at the MotoGP Australian GP, beating Marc Márquez (Gresini/Ducati), who had to recover after an early mistake in the first corner. Looking ahead to Sunday, the Prima Pramac rider expects the eight-time world…
Ride to the End Ep.4: Adventurers take on the Tatacoa desert, with challenges
Published: October 19, 2024 17:00
In the latest installment of “Ride To The End”, KLIM employees Tolga and Lukas experienced intense moments during their crossing of the enigmatic Tatacoa Desert in Colombia. The fourth episode of this documentary series, which follows the two…
Pedro Acosta hopes to be able to race this Sunday: ‘I feel much better than when I crashed’
Published: October 19, 2024 16:59
Pedro Acosta had a heavy crash during the Sprint race of the MotoGP Australian GP, and his participation in the main race is in doubt – he went to the medical center with shoulder complaints and will need to be re-examined on Sunday. The Spanish rider from…
Aldi Satya Mahendra very close to the title; David Salvador stronger in exciting race 1 in Jerez
Published: October 19, 2024 16:43
David Salvador won an exciting first race of the World Supersport 300 Championship in Jerez this Saturday. The title fight is not yet decided, but Aldi Satya Mahendra is on the verge of becoming champion. As is usual in this category, the race saw a…
MV AGUSTA’s trellis frame secret: A chromoly steel masterpiece
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Published: October 19, 2024 16:30
MV AGUSTA remains committed to its distinctive trellis frame, a legacy of legendary designer Massimo Tamburini that continues to this day, including in the newly unveiled Superveloce 1000. This frame, constructed from chromium-molybdenum steel tubes…
Marc Márquez assesses Bezzecchi and Viñales collision: ‘It’s a racing incident’
Published: October 19, 2024 16:21
The Sprint race of the MotoGP Australian GP saw a major crash between Maverick Viñales (Aprilia) and Marco Bezzecchi (Pertamina Enduro VR46/Ducati) – with Bezzecchi even needing to visit the hospital, although no fractures were found. No one was penalized,…
Exterior kit from Polysport brings the legendary Suzuki DR-Z400S to a new life
Published: October 19, 2024 16:00
The iconic Suzuki DR-Z400S receives a modern makeover through a new exterior kit developed by Portuguese company Polysport, as rumors circulate about a possible model comeback in 2025. The DR-Z400S, which gained worldwide recognition for its powerful 400cc…
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