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Lambretta Consortium and Lambretta trademark battle continues

25 April, 2020
After the news that the Lambretta Consortium was suing companies for the misuse of the Lambretta brand, it turns out that there is more behind the story. Claiming defamation (and they’re probably right), are the companies specifically mentioned in the…

A day in the life of a brolly girl: Zoe and Alexandra

25 April, 2020
If you thought being an umbrella girl was a glam job, you can think again. How does a 5am start sound? And heels that don’t fit properly? We spoke to Zoe and Alexandra, the Yamaha umbrella girls at the MotoGP…

Kawsaki Ninja: celebrating 25 years

25 April, 2020
We give you a full gallery of the Kawasaki Ninja in honour of its 25th anniversary this year. As we can see from the pics, the Ninja has undergone quite a few stylistic changes over the years, with the last…

Norton returns to English shores

25 April, 2020
The mother of all English motorcycles, Norton, is coming home. After 15 years under US control, the symbolic English brand is returning to British hands, with the new owner being Stuart Garner, who also has the Manx, Commando, Atlas and…

In the US, it's Ducati-mania: 22% increase in June

25 April, 2020
Is there a crisis in the two-wheel world? In the US, Made in Italy (greatly supported by Montezemolo), seems to know no limits. If the colossal Harley Davidson is in difficulty, Ducati North America has announced record salesIn June the…

The Times says thanks to Rome and its legions

25 April, 2020
In a long interview granted to The Times, Tony Wilmott, an archaeologist with the English Heritage affirms that he has found the exact spot where the Roman legions disembarked in 43 AD. Mr Wilmott talks at length about the objects…

Mini E Scooter Concept live pics

25 April, 2020
Just how good is the design of the new Mini Scooter E Concept? In a mix of Chinese and vintage style, the company has managed to squeeze as much Mini personality onto its two-wheeled concept as possible, as seen in…

Romantic getaways in Lombardy: San Gaudenzio Castle

25 April, 2020
Located between Pavia and Piacenza and with Milan just around the corner, San Guadenzio Castle is the perfect destination for those of you who want to spend a romantic weekend away from the maddening crowd. The castle which was converted…

Belgian model with Ducati

25 April, 2020
Jullie likes modelling with Ducati motorbikes. This 22 year-old beauty has also stood several times on the podium in Belgium. Being second in the Miss Belgian Beauty contest and first during the Miss Formula Una contest. Beside this work you…

Saab celebrates: press conference and workers videos

25 April, 2020
These videos show Spyker to the rescue of Saab, given the 11th hour deal that finally went through, saving the company from closure by parent, General Motors. Saab seems relieved at the outcome, and we’ve no doubt the two European…

MotoGP Catalunya: Jorge Lorenzo Again in FP2

25 April, 2020
This morning’s free practice at the Montmelò circuit saw Jorge Lorenzo come out on top again, but this time the Spaniard’s adavantage on Dani Pedrosa and Casey Stoner was very slight. Pedrosa in second was off only 0.050s while Stoner,…

Arai launches Kevin Schwantz Replica

25 April, 2020
Arai has launched its new full face helmet, the Kevin Schwantz replica. The replica helmet uses the colours from the world champion’s 500cc, 1993 season, adapting the Arai Chaser model to a replica.The new little gem will be available in…

Gucci Continental wallet

25 April, 2020
Crafted in the famous beige and ebony GG fabric, with pale-brown leather trim (and interior) and nickel hardware snap closure, this Gucci wallet will add a touch of true elegance and class to your every day look (whenever you take…

Hand made wooden Vespa Daniela

25 April, 2020
The creator of this little masterpiece is Carlos Alberto, who has put together this elegant wooden Vespa Daniela.On Carlos’ site you will find pictures of the various stages of work that went into building this Vespa, completely hand-crafted. I imagine…

Ducati Mistake by Bonhams

25 April, 2020
Bonhams, the famous auction house got caught out by Italian magazine Motociclismo in their December -January issue, when they placed in their catalogue a Ducati 750 claiming that it was the bike that Bruno Spaggiari’s used in the 1973 200…

Nicky Hayden Injured in Qatar, but wants to race

25 April, 2020
Nicky Hayden suffered a spectacular highside on his Malboro Ducati in last night’s MotoGP Qualifying session that left him battered, bruised and suffering severe back pain, and after undergoing some initial x-rays at the circuit medical center, he was taken…

Italian typical cheeses: Bernardo

25 April, 2020
The production of this cheese remains circumscribed within Clusone, a small village near Bergamo. It’s mostly eaten fresh, though some let it age for eight, ten weeks.It’s made from cow’s and goat’s milk mixed together. A mixture that gives the…

Reggio Emilia: the biggest donkey rally in the world

25 April, 2020
If you love animals and donkeys in particular, Quattro Castella, a small town near Reggio Emilia, is undoubtedly the place to be. From 6th to 8th June there will be the biggest donkey rally ever seen in the world. More…

Contractual problems puts Austin GP at risk

25 April, 2020
During the off-season we read about the financial problems that Estoril, Jerez, and Sachsenring had to find the budget to host MotoGP racing, but Dorna has already in place several other venues to take their places in 2013, like Argentina…

WSBK Aragon Superpole quotes

25 April, 2020
Today’s WSBK races at the Motorland Aragon circuit will be all about tire choice and conservation and the much higher track temperatures, both factors that could throw up some interesting surprises.Rider quotes from yesterday’s exciting Superpole.Marco Melandri - 1st“This is…

Max Biaggi on the past and retirement – video

25 April, 2020
MotoGeo interviewed Max Biaggi. The Roman Emperor won four 250cc World Championship titles, three with Aprilia and one on a Honda, and after becoming persona non grata in MotoGP he turned to World Superbikes where he took home another two…