Your pics: a Ducatist regrets…?
This is a funny motorcycle pic sent to us by Michele, who came across this unusual edition to a Ducati 1098. Could it be a sign of regret or a chance to hunt down Japanese motorcycles…?Send your funny, bizarre or…
Morini 3 1/2 by Emporio Elaborazioni /video
In the wake of the seductive “Striscianera” and the beautiful “Mastino“, Italian customizer Emporio Elaborazioni unveils its new, fascinating masterpiece. This time around, EE did not focus on a Jap as they often do, they went instead for something a…
Wet Jerez was positive for Nicky Hayden and lost day for Valentino Rossi
The MotoGP riders didn’t have much to say about today’s test at Jerez as the rain hindered much of the riding, but Nicky Hayden was happy to have topped the timesheets for once, even though it was on his last…
Jorge Lorenzo's WarrioR1 at the Isle of Man
MCN’s Marc Potter is showing off the Yamaha WarrioR1 that Jorge Lorenzo will be riding tomorrow during the parade lap at the Isle of Man ahead of the Dainese backed Senior TT, alongside racing legend Angel Nieto.The livery was designed…
Filippo Preziosi resigns from Ducati after 19 years
Filippo Preziosi became the sacrificial lamb following Valentino Rossi’s disastrous two-year stint in Ducati and the engineer behind the Ducati Desmosedici, was removed from his position of General Manager of the Corse department last November and replaced by Bernhard Gobmeier,…
125cc Valencia: Bradley Smith wins and Marc Marquez claims title
17-year-old Marc Marquez has won the 2010 125cc World Championship with a smart and careful ride to fourth in the last race of the 2010 season at Valencia, which was won by Bradley Smith.Marquez needed only an eighth place to…
Moto Guzzi Griso 'Motard V-Twin' by Ghezzi-Brian
Ghezzi-Brian presents his latest creation based once again on the engine and architecture of the Moto Guzzi Griso: the aptly called Motard V-Twin. The model is meant to be a fashionable supermoto, but it is not yet another ‘trendy bike’…
Yamaha welcomes back Valentino Rossi to the fold
After Ducati announced that they are parting ways with Valentino Rossi at the end of another troubled season, Yamaha has issued their press release confirming the return of the Italian back to the fold.It is with great pleasure that Yamaha…
Bimota DB7R The Diavolo Rosso in Disguise
The Bimota DB7R Diavolo Rosso (what an apt name) isn’t something you’re going to find shopping on Black Friday, because ArthaWorks from Long Island, California will make only ten of these Red Devils out of fifty bikes that ArthaWorks customizes…
Yamaha to officially present 2011 MotoGP team at Sepang 2 tests
Yamaha Racing will officially present their 2011 MotoGP squad and livery at the Sepang 2 test on February 21st, but it looks like the team (judging by the very brief press release) may be doing without a title sponsor, unless…
Yamaha R1 Factory MotoGP Replica
The good news here is that the Yamaha R1 Factory MotoGP Replica is available in the colours of Valentino Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo, having won at Jerez and Motegi, respectively.The bad news is that the R1 Factory MotoGP Replica built…
MotoGP FP1 – Lorenzo takes the lead at Mugello
In this afternoon’s free practice at Mugello, it was Jorge Lorenzo who lead the pack, beating out fellow team mate Valentino Rossi who is looking for his 8th consecutive win at Mugello and Ducati rider Casey Stoner with a hot…
WSBK Brno Video Highlights
As usual we’ve got the video highlights from the ninth round of the World Superbike Championship at Brno where the wins were split one a piece between Jonathan Rea and Max Biaggi.If by chance you missed the races, you can…
Moto 2 – Ricky Cardùs in Hayate
Another piece of the Moto2 championship falls into place, Ricard ‘Ricky’ Cardùs will be racing with Hayate’s Moto2 Team in 2010.The Spanish rider who competes in the Spanish Speed Championship (CEV) and has had several wildcard appearances in the 125cc…
Loris Capirossi and Randy de Puniet still carrying injuries
The Brno GP will be another tough weekend for Pramac Ducati team. Their garage will still look like a clinic for the walking wounded, because both Loris Capirossi and Randy de Puniet are still carrying previous injuries that will no…
Arai RX-7 GP Norton Replica helmet
Norton Motorcycles and Arai Helmets have united to produce this new Arai RX-7 GP Norton Replica helmet. The helmet is available exclusively through the site of the legendary British motorcycle brand, and the top-of-the-range helmet is already on sale, in…
BMW Motorrad live @ 2012 EICMA in Milan
It almost goes without saying that the new BMW R 1200 GS is the most sought-after new model of the BMW stall at the 2012 EICMA exhibition in Milan, Italy. The renewed version of this extremely popular model was officially…
Lukas Pesek and IodaRacing?
IodaRacing is the only MotoGP team that has yet to confirm their second rider entry for the upcoming season. After the rumors that Chris Vermeulen could be returning to MotoGP to ride for Giampiero Sacchi’s CRT team, the lastest rumor…
Rider Quotes from Indianapolis MotoGP Qualifying session
Today’s MotoGP qualifying was held in warm and sunny conditions with the Indianapolis track temperatures over 50ºC. With Ben Spies taking his first ever MotoGP pole position and here’s what 16 of the 17 riders had to say after the…
Moto Morini bankrupt: in voluntary liquidation
Moto Morini has gone into voluntary liquidation in what is surprising and unwelcome news for the Italian motorcycle industry. According to reports, Moto Morini is in a state of serious crisis, although facilities at Casalecchio di Reno are remaining open…
Moto Morini bargains before September closure UPDATED
Italy’s Moto Morini motorcycle company has agreed to stay open until the end of September in a last-ditch attempt to finalise any expressions of interest in its purchase before it finally closes its doors. The move also gives the company…
Valentino Rossi without Jeremy Burgess at Mugello GP
Valentino Rossi will have to face this weekend’s Mugello GP be without his legendary crew chief Jeremy Burgess, as the Australian has flown home to be with his wife Claudine who has been diagnosed with a serious illness, and is…
Rizla Commercial
Lets hope that Rizla will still be the title sponsor for Suzuki in MotoGP because I know a lot of guys that are really going to miss seeing Rizla’s brolly dollys with their dangling handcuffs standing on the grid.
Tom Sykes dominates QP1 at Donington
After this morning’s washout practice, the weather at Donington Park for this afternoon’s first qualifying practice saw gusty winds and the occasion intermittent rain and despite the tricky conditions lap times did drop on very cold and damp track.Taking the…
Eicma 2008: Nipponia models
Nipponia is an emerging company working to offer customers exclusive products with advanced technology and sought-after design. Three charismatic models are available for 2009, presented at the Eicma: the Vorrei, Ezio and Arte. The models were developed by designer Sotiris…