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Energica’s NEW #MyElectric Academy. TRAIN on TRACK.
Energica has just launched a training academy for its range of electric motorcycles – and if you fancy riding the Italian brands MotoE racing machines on track, now’s your chance. The first course of its kind for electric motorcycles, Energica is now offering specific training to owners and (potential) customers – launching the #MyElectric Academy…
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VIDEO: The ABCs of MotoGP. Red Bull’s GUIDE to top level racing.
Red Bull has just released the first part of its new series; the ABCs of MotoGP. And it’s well worth a watch if you’ve got five minutes to kill. Part one of the new series goes behind the scenes at KTM’s Austrian racing HQ, looking at development and dyno testing – before following Pol Espargaro…
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Guy Martin to try and hit 300MPH in a mile on a road bike
While the English road and racing star was being interviewed by MotoGP in the paddock at the Grand Prix of the Americas, he stated that he’s building a road going bike with 850BHP to try and achieve 300mph in just one mile!
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BSB: Mackenzie fights back to victory in second race at Silverstone.
The Bennetts British Superbike Championship had two new race winners after the opening round of 2019 at Silverstone as Tarran Mackenzie fought back in the second race to score his first victory, after missing out in race one following a penalty. On the opening lap Mackenzie hit the front of the pack, but he didn’t…
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BSB: Mackenzie and O’Halloran clash in fight for victory in season opener.
The opening race of the 2019 Bennetts British Superbike Championship season ended in drama for the McAMS Yamaha team as team-mates Jason O’Halloran and Tarran Mackenzie went head-to-head on the final lap, with the pair colliding and the Australian contender crashing out of the race. At the start O’Halloran launched off the line into the…
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BSB: Brookes first to strike in first free practice session of the season at Silverstone
Josh Brookes was first to strike as the 2019 Bennetts British Superbike Championship kicked off with the opening free practice session of the season at Silverstone this morning, topping the times by 0.013s for Be Wiser Ducati with the top 18 riders covered by just 0.977s. It was a frantic switch during the 45 minute…
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VIDEO: Official TRAILER for the 2019 Isle of Man TT.
Excitement is building for the 2019 Isle of Man TT – and to whet your appetite, here’s the official trailer for the iconic event which takes place on the public roads of the small island in the middle of the Irish Sea. To find out more information about the Isle of Man TT, visit: www.iomttraces.com
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ARC set to launch CROWDFUNDING campaign for its VECTOR – and YOU can invest.
British electric motorcycle start-up Arc is gearing up to launch a crowdfunding campaign to get its Vector into production. Following investment from Jaguar Land Rover’s Venture Capital fund InMotion Ventures – Arc is set to launch the second phase of its multi-year fundraising programme. The campaign is set to go live on Crowdcube on…
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VIDEO: Yoshimura’s new slip-on EXHAUST for the Ducati Scrambler. Sounds AWESOME.
Yoshimura has recently unveiled a new race slip-on exhaust for the 2019 Ducati Scrambler – and it looks and sounds fantastic. Since it was first released in 2016, Ducati’s Scrambler has cemented itself in the hearts and minds of riders the world over – and that’s why Yoshimura has decided to release a new R-34…
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BSB: ‘Shakey’ Byrne joins the Eurosport team for 2019
Eurosport has confirmed that Shane ‘Shakey’ Byrne will join its Bennetts British Superbikes team for the 2019 season. After successful stint in 2018, Shakey’s joining the team full time alongside lead commentator Jack Burnicle, analysts James Whitham and James Haydon, presenter Matt Roberts and pit-lane reporter Rachel Stringer. Oh, and Greg Haines will be on…
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VIDEO: TT Course Guide with Milky Quayle!
Check out this awesome lap-with-tuition from TT riding coach Milky Quayle. Incredible onboard footage combined with expert comment on how to get the most from the 37.78-mile-long Mountain Course. Yar.
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EVENTS: You can TEST RIDE Yamaha’s Sport Touring line-up this May.
Yamaha has just announced it’ll be offering punters the chance to test ride its Sport Touring range next month. Dealers across the country will be opening their doors across 11-12 May, offering the chance to test ride Yamaha’s new-for-2019 Tracer 700 GT, its Tracer 900 and the super-practical FJR1300 tourer. That’s not all, there will…
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BSB: SCHEDULE for this weekend’s ACTION at Silverstone.
It’s almost time for the first round of the British SuperBikes Championship – and ahead of the action kicking off on Friday, here’s a look at the full practice, qualifying and race schedule. For more information and to book tickets, visit: www.silverstone.co.uk
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VIDEO: Honda’s electric CR in action. And it looks ready to race.
Honda recently unveiled an electric version of its hugely successful CR motocross bike at the Tokyo Motor Show to widespread acclaim – and the bike’s just been caught in action out on track in Japan. Following the reveal of the new electric CR prototype a few weeks ago – it would seem that the bike’s…
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RUMOURED: New Yamaha YZF-R1 on the way for 2021. Updated ENGINE. More MotoGP TECH.
Ahead of Euro-5 regulations coming into force in 2021, rumours are swirling that Yamaha’s looking to completely refresh its YZF-R1 with an updated powerplant and even more MotoGP-derived technology. Yamaha’s hugely successful YZF-R1 was first unveiled back in 1998 – and over the years the Japanese factories flagship superbike has been updated and evolved to…
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SPIDI is looking for an OFFICIAL TESTER. And it could be YOU.
SPIDI has recently launched its latest ‘Test & Ride’ scheme – and if you fancy testing SPIDI’s 4Season kit throughout 2019, now’s your chance. SPIDI is looking for an official tester for its 4Season kit –and it could be you! If you’re interested all you need to do is submit a proposal for 1,500km three…
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Kawasaki patents RADAR assisted safety systems.
Kawasaki has filed designs for a new radar assisted safety system with the Japanese Patent Office – and it confirms that it’s joining the radar revolution alongside Ducati and KTM. Right across the board, motorcycle manufacturers have started working on the next-generation of safety features to keep riders safe. Ducati and KTM’s plans have been…
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UNDER THE HAMMER: YOU can OWN Mick Grant’s North West 200-winning Suzuki XR69.
Mick Grant’s ex-works Suzuki XR69 is going under the hammer at Bonhams annual Spring Sale at the Stafford Classic Motorcycle Show later this month – and if you’ve got some serious cash in the bank, you can get your hands on this rare piece of motorcycle racing history. A joint project between the Japanese factory…
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VIDEO: Keanu Reeves BIKE collection.
In an interview with GQ, Keanu Reeves has taken the chance to show off his prized motorcycle collection at his Arch Motorcycle headquarters. From his green Ducati which was used in The Matrix Reloaded through to his custom built Arch motorcycles, Keanu’s got some serious cool kit – and here’s a look at it.
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VIDEO: BIZARRE! What on earth is Guy Martin on about at COTA?
During this weekend’s MotoGP round at the Circuit of the Americas in Texas, Guy Martin joined Neil Hodgson on the grid ahead of the action kicking off. As part of the BT Sport coverage of the racing, Hodgy had a tricky time keeping up with the Lincolnshire lorry mechanic, TV presenter and ex-racer as he…
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Guy Martin racing at Cookstown. Don’t hold your breath.
If you were hoping to see Guy Martin in action at the Cookstown 100, don’t get your hopes up. It has emerged that his entry provisional. In an official statement, Cookstown’s club chairman, John Dillion said: “Guy’s management team made contact with the club and explained that Guy’s entry was on a provisional basis and…
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WHEELIE a Ducati Panigale V4 S for less than £150. Sort of.
Ducati has joined forces with Spin Master Corp, creating a remote controlled Panigale V4 S to bring the thrill of racing to a smaller scale. Touted as the most technologically advanced RC bike ever created, the Upriser Ducati Panigale V4 is a seriously capable bit of kit. The result of years of development, the Upriser’s…
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NEW device to CATCH drivers using mobile phones.
Thames Valley and Hampshire Police are rolling out the use of mobile detection technology to find drivers using devices while behind the wheel. The technology works to show the police when motorists are using their phones – and then flashes a warning at the driver telling them to stop. The technology will not be used…
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NEW GEAR: Alpinestars LIMITED EDITION Kenny Roberts Sr. Supertech R boots.
Celebrating this weekend’s racing at the Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas – Alpinestars has honoured American motorcycling history, unveiling a set of boots which pay tribute to three-time consecutive 500cc Grand Prix World Champion Kenny Roberts Sr. There’s no denying Roberts Sr. is a racing legend. He was the first American to win…
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