Source: http://www.bmwblog.com/2012/01/27/new-bmw-m5-expert-dialog-with-maximilian-ahm/
Gilberto Parlotti Ginger Molloy Gino Borsoi Giuseppe Colnago Giuseppe Visenzi
Wednesday, February 1, 2012
New BMW M5. Expert dialogue with Maximilian Ahme
When did work begin on the development of the BMW M5 and how many kilometres were covered during testing? Two to three years must be allowed for testing the development of a BMW M. In some cases predecessor vehicles are … Continue reading
Niccol� Canepa and Red Devils Roma WSBK team complete final test at Vallelunga
Newbie World Superbike team Red Devils Roma has continued their preparation for the 2012 with another two day test session at Vallelunga last weekend. Niccol� Canepa seemed particularly pleased with[...]
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Source: http://feeds.blogo.it/~r/twowheelsblog/com/~3/tnS4lcLgD4M/story01.htm
Jack Ahearn Jack Brett Adrien Morillas Akira Yanagawa Akiyasu Motohashi
EMCO and Noel Dowler set to return in 2012
Following a successful rookie season in 2011 Sherwood Park, Alberta?s Noel Dowler, driver of the #5 EMCO Dodge and EMCO Corporation have reached a multiyear partnership agreement that will see Dowler competing in the NASCAR Canadian Tire Series in 2012 and beyond.� Following a successful rookie season in 2011 Dowler looks forward to taking the [...]
Source: http://www.flagworld.com/news/?p=68988
Alex Criville Alex de Angelis Alex Debon Alex George Alex Hofmann
First Look: 2012 BMW S1000RR Superbike
When BMW first introduced the S1000RR superbike in 2009, it quickly became one of the best selling superbikes on the market; and it was no slouch on the racetrack either, proving itself right out of the box in the Canadian Superbike championship, and taking the 2011 Championship title.So how does a company take a top selling, near perfect sportbike and make it even better? We caught up with Markus Poshner, Head of Model Lines 2, BMW Motorrad at the EICMA trade show in Milan. Poshner oversees the development of all of the "S" and "K" series BMW motorcycles, and admits that the S1000RR is "his baby".
For 2012, BMW brought about some refinements to the S1000RR; small changes that would bring about a significantly improved and easier to handle ride. For starters, BMW addressed some concerns about a hyper-sensitive throttle in "race" and "slick" power modes. New maps were introduced for the different power modes, and a new throttle tube was installed with a shorter pull for better handling. The throttle also gets heated grips, the first superbike ever to do so, and something Canadian consumers may well appreciate!
A new exhaust pipe was also installed, giving the S1000RR more mid-range power and a more linear power curve, ultimately making the BMW's powerful superbike easier to handle.
The chassis was also modified with changes to the swingarm and pivot point, as well as the geometry of the front forks. The front end of the motorcycle was raised 5mm, while the shock length was decreased by 4mm. The engine and mainframe are turned slightly backwards and the wheelbase was shortened by 9mm as the rear sprocket was replaced with one-tooth smaller sprocket. The 2012 model also gets a 10-way adjustable steering damper for better control and smoother operation.
According to Poshner, the electronics package on the S1000RR has totally changed. The Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) system was updated significantly and the traction control is now much smoother than the first generation S1000RR. The instrumentation panel is much easier to read and more features are available. One new feature in particular is the "Best Lap in Progress" option that records a rider's best lap on given markers on the racetrack. A green light is displayed if you went faster than your previous lap. The brightness of the display is also adjustable in five settings.
Aesthetically, the BMW S1000RR got some re-shaped side panels and a smaller, more streamlined tail section to help with aerodynamics. The 2012 model is also available in 4 sharp colour options- Racing Red with Alpine White, Bluefire, Sapphire Black Metallic and BMW's traditional BMW Motorrad Motorport colours.
The overall refinements should lead to a much smoother, easier handling ride and will make the BMW S1000RR superbike more comfortable to handle for riders of all levels. Judging from the line-ups at EICMA to see the new S1000RR, we're certain that BMW is going to continue to top the charts with this best-selling superbike.
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Source: http://insidemotorcycles.blogspot.com/2011/11/first-look-2012-bmw-s1000rr-superbike.html
Dan Shorey Dani Pedrosa Dario Ambrosini Daryl Beattie Dave Chadwick
Will Raikkonen fare better back in F1?
It’s nothing new to suggest that Kimi Raikkonen didn’t exactly dazzle everyone in the two years he spent rallying. But because of the relative lack of competition in the WRC compared to Formula 1, it’s not a given that his 2012 season will be much of an improvement on the last couple. Raikonen’s WRC record [...]
Source: http://2or4.co.uk/2012/01/18/will-raikkonen-fare-better-back-in-f1/
Arturo Tizon August Auinger August Hobl Axel Pons Barry Ditchburn
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Exclusive Interview: Karim Habib, BMW Head of Exterior Design
At the recent Detroit Auto Show, BMWBLOG had the opportunity to interview Karim Habib, BMW’s Head of Exterior Designer. The 40-year old designer has been known as the creator of the new BMW 7 Series and CS Concept exterior design. … Continue reading
Source: http://www.bmwblog.com/2012/01/30/exclusive-interview-karim-habib-bmw-head-of-exterior-design/
Efren VAzquez Emilio Alzamora Emilio Mendogni Enrico Lorenzetti Eric Saul
Ups and downs in the 2011 F1 midfield
Looking at the final teams standings, there were clearly a few classes of Formula 1 team in 2011. The extremes At the bottom, with no points apiece, the new(ish) teams – Team Lotus, HRT and Virgin. In with them, incredibly, you’ve got to lump Williams, with a pitiful 5 points. At the top, you could [...]
Source: http://2or4.co.uk/2011/12/06/ups-and-downs-in-the-2011-f1-midfield/
Harry Hinton Haruchika Aoki Heinz Rosner Helmut Bradl Helmut Hallmeier
Supershow Snags Honda Canada
On the heels of a recent announcement that Canadian Kawasaki Motors will be participating in only one Toronto-based motorcycle show this winter, the North American International Supershow reports that Honda Canada will also be returning to the popular consumer show held at the Toronto International Centre in Mississauga from January 6-8, 2012.
In a recent press release from the North American International Motorcycle Supershow, the organization notes that Honda Canada is finalizing arrangements to once again exhibit at the show. According to the press release, the Honda Corporate Booth will be located in Hall 3 and will feature the Honda motorcycle and ATV 2012 line-ups, including the best selling CBR250R, plus their extensive line of Honda Power Equipment.
According to Nick Pollice, of Honda Canada, "The Honda Canada booth will be the booth to visit this year at the North American International Motorcycle Supershow 2012. We look forward to seeing you there!"
The recent move calls into question the future of the upcoming Toronto Motorcycle Show being held at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre from December 9-11, 2011. With the December show traditionally the venue for manufacturers to launch their latest product to the Canadian market, the question remains whether other manufacturers will also see the North American International Motorcycle Supershow as the premiere venue to launch new product offerings. In today's economy, consolidating a number of trade shows in one market certainly makes fiscal sense.
To purchase advance tickets to the 36th annual North American International Motorcycle Supershow or to become an exhibitor, please call 1-888-661-SHOW (7496).
Inside Motorcycles // www.insidemotorcycles.com
Source: http://insidemotorcycles.blogspot.com/2011/11/supershow-snags-honda-canada.html
Alberto Pagani Alberto Puig Aldo Nannini Alessandro Gramigni Alex Baldolini
Honda NSX to Make a Return
Last week we blogged about just a handful of the exciting cars to look forward to this year, and today we bring you news that a new, eagerly anticipated, Honda NSX is on the way. The only problem being, who knows when? Certainly not this year, or in the next couple, but maybe in three [...]
Source: http://www.longlife.co.uk/blog/index.php/2012/01/honda-nsx-to-make-a-return/
Carlos Checa Carlos Lavado Casey Stoner Category Cecil Sandford
Car and Driver: BMW 1M, 335is, Z4is and X5 M at the track
Car and Driver takes a large array of contenders to Virginia International Raceway to determine how quick the sportiest cars on the market are in a controlled environment. Lightning Lap can be considered the equivalent of the N�rburgring Nordschleife where … Continue reading
Source: http://www.bmwblog.com/2012/01/29/car-and-driver-bmw-1m-335is-z4is-and-x5-m-at-the-track/
Jack Brett Adrien Morillas Akira Yanagawa Akiyasu Motohashi Alan Barnett
DP Brakes announces two North American National Road Racing Championships in 2011
From a Press Release from DP Brakes
BUFFALO, NY. ? DP Brakes has announced two Road Racing Championships in North America for 2011.
In the AMA Pro Racing Eastern and Supersport National Series, James ?The Rocket? Rispoli took the overall Championship in both with DP Brakes.
Rispoli said, ?What an awesome 2011 season I had. Winning my first AMA Pro Racing Supersport Championship in the eastern division and also the National title along with The Young Gun Award in the same year was almost unreal?.
He added, ? I can honestly say I would not be here if not for the awesome stopping power of my DP Titanium Race Pads. Time and again I was able to overtake my competitors by going in deeper, and braking later, with confidence. Also, with no brake fade, they allowed me to hold a lead and cross the stripe on top. This could not have happened without the consistent performance of my DP Brakes.?
DP Brakes also won the Parts Canada Pro Canadian Superbike Championship with Rad X/BMW Motorrad rider Brett McCormick.
Rad X/BMW Motorrad Team manager, Chris Duff gave credit to the DP Brakes RDP X-Race Titanium compound.
He said, ?The Rad X/BMW Team was proud to once again use DP Brake Pads in our S1000RR bikes for 2011. The stopping performance provided our team riders to be able to brake late, with confidence and trust that the brake feel is the same fromlap one to the end of the race and ultimately achieving a championship?.
?We are truly honored to be associated with such high profile teams and individuals. We congratulate them on such a terrific year of racing and are very proud to part of their success.? stated Larry Mills, President of DP Brakes North America.
Mills continued, ?All riders were using our New High Performance RDP X-Race Titanium brake pads. Results have so far proven that we have a compound available to be competitive with all other brands and even show an upgrade over those. The superb initial response, incredible feel and fade free performance puts us at the top of the charts?.
These RDP X-Race Titanium Brake pads are available exclusively through Parts Unlimited, in the US, Parts Canada.
For more information on the complete line-up of DP Brakes brake pads, shoes, rotors and clutch kits, contact DP Brakes North American Headquarters/Tony Mills International Inc. at 4401 Walden Avenue, Lancaster, NY 14086, (716) 681-8806, or visit them on the web at www.dp-brakes.com .
Inside Motorcycles // www.insidemotorcycles.com
Source: http://insidemotorcycles.blogspot.com/2011/11/dp-brakes-announces-two-north-american.html
Davide Tardozzi Derek Chatterton Derek Minter Derek Woodman Dickie Dale
Sympatico.ca Drives MINI?s Countryman JCW Prototype
Our Road Test Editor, Shawn Molnar recently reported for autos.sympatico.ca in Kuhtai, Austria, delivering his impressions of MINI’s Countryman JCW prototype. �The MINI Countryman JCW is expected to go into production in the second half of this year – and … Continue reading
Source: http://www.bmwblog.com/2012/01/27/sympatico-ca-drives-minis-countryman-jcw-prototype/
Angel Rodriguez Angelo Bergamonti Angelo Copeta Anthony West Anton Mang
Canadian Dan Kruger: Endurance Race Report from China
Team Kawasaki/BG finished 2nd in Free Practice, took Pole in Qualifying by only 100th of a second (On the first flying lap), and led the first 2 laps of the 103 lap, 3 Hour Endurance Race at Zhuhai on December 11th. The team swapped the lead with Factory Yes Yamaha and it was starting to appear to be more of a 3 Hour sprint race until about half way through when Yamaha encountered some engine problems. They pitted and rolled out the other bike. The rules in this event allow for 2 bikes and 2 or 3 riders on the track for 45 minutes at a time maximum.
Team Kawasaki/BG consisted of regular Dan Kruger from Canada and Alan Vilches Alejes from Spain. Alan currently competes in the Spanish 1000 Superstock Championship also on a Kawasaki. They made a good team today as they both followed the strategy 100% and as a result, brought home the win in convincing fashion. Alan was new to this track but picked it up pretty fast.
According to Dan Kruger: ?I was pleased to have the quickest lap time of the event barely dipping into the 1:39's. Considering the weather and track conditions, I was pleased with that time and the Kawasaki ZX10 traction control played a key role in today's victory. Ending the season beating the YES Yamaha Team only makes me wish the 2012 season was already here. This was my 2nd Endurance race in 10 days, the last one being at Phillip Island for 8 hours. We finished 3rd in 1000Superstock and 10th Overall in that event?
Dan will be back over in China testing a Moto 2 machine in late December. January will be mainly training and a break. He will return to testing in February and racing for 2012 begins in March. The team expects to announce a major sponsor within 2 weeks if all goes according to plan.
Inside Motorcycles // www.insidemotorcycles.com
Source: http://insidemotorcycles.blogspot.com/2011/12/canadian-dan-kruger-endurance-race.html
Current events Daijiro Kato Dan Shorey Dani Pedrosa Dario Ambrosini
Delta Wing race car takes shape
Delta Wing race car takes shape
The first picture of the radical new Delta Wing race car has been issued from its base at All American ...
Motor Sport Magazine - The original motor racing magazine
Source: http://www.motorsportmagazine.com/race/sports-cars/delta-wing-race-car-takes-shape/
Freddie Spencer Frederic Petit Frederic Protat Fumio Ito GAbor TalmAcsi
The Year Ahead
Now that the festive and New Year activities have more or less come to a close, and we are all (kind of) back into the swing of things we can look forward to the year ahead, and in terms of upcoming cars in 2012 there is a lot of reason to smile and get very [...]
Source: http://www.longlife.co.uk/blog/index.php/2012/01/the-year-ahead/
Daijiro Kato Dan Shorey Dani Pedrosa Dario Ambrosini Daryl Beattie
Toronto Motorcycle Parking: Benefits Outweigh the Costs
Free motorcycle parking in Toronto may soon come to and end if Toronto budget chief Mike Del Grande and Councillor Kristyn Wong-Tam get their way. In a recent report from the Toronto Sun, Del Grande was quoted as saying about motorcycles, "They burn gas just like everyone else. You take a parking spot, you pay what you pay for cars." Del Grande and Wong-Tam are encouraging other council members to consider charging for motorcycle parking in Toronto.
Inside Motorcycles caught up with Daniel Tessier, President and CEO of the Motorcyclists Confederation of Canada, to get his views on the matter. According to Tessier, "Six years ago, the City of Toronto demonstrated real traffic management leadership by providing free street parking and other improvements for motorcycles and motorized scooters. But the City is about to take a step back if it continues with a proposal to enforce parking charges and fees for motorcycles." Tessier notes that from a strictly functional point of view, parking receipts tend to disappear from parked motorcycles resulting in unwarranted fines. He also points out that by taking up less space on the road, motorcycles have less of an impact on road infrastructure thereby saving municipal dollars. Further, the existing program to encourage free motorcycle parking compliments the Ontario government's tourism strategy to attract motorcyclists from border provinces and states.
Tessier went on to explain the benefits of free motorcycle parking and noted that not only should the parking program be preserved , but the city would benefit from the implementation of a motorcycling strategy. Tessier suggests a traffic safety management strategy could result in less accidents by opening up the lines of site at busy intersections by reserving parking spaces for motorcycles. "Reserving the last parking space at major intersections for motorcyclists would provide systemic allocation of motorcycle parking space. This traffic management approach would ensure uncluttered and clear lines of site for all road users, reducing the number of crashes at intersections involving motor vehicles, bicycles and pedestrians. The City would save emergency response; but more importantly, it would save lives and reduce injury."
Inside Motorcycles // www.insidemotorcycles.com
Source: http://insidemotorcycles.blogspot.com/2011/12/toronto-motorcycle-parking-benefits.html
Akiyasu Motohashi Alan Barnett Alan Carter Alan North Alan Shepherd
Monday, January 30, 2012
Smacking is banned? If only
David Lammy MP and the Mail on Sunday seem to think that hitting children is banned in this country. Lammy goes further in his error, by attributing the summer’s riots that started in his constituency,�Tottenham, to this non-existent ban. The law on smacking was tightened in the Children Act 2004, which made it unlawful to hit [...]Source: http://blogs.independent.co.uk/2012/01/29/smacking-is-banned-if-only/
Doriano Romboni Duilio Agostini Eduardo Aleman Efren VAzquez Emilio Alzamora
?Clark-like? Carlos Reutemann
Carlos Reutemann was a racing driver from Central Casting: blue eyes, chiseled jaw, dimples, brooding Brando brows, luxuriant hair, tanned. ...
Motor Sport Magazine - The original motor racing magazine
Source: http://www.motorsportmagazine.com/f1/history/clark-like-carlos-reutemann/
Barry Ditchburn Barry Smith Ben Drinkwater Ben Spies Benedicto Caldarella
Moto2 2012 Season Line Up Released
Friday also saw the announcement of the Moto2 class riders and teams. With the field of 32 seeing 10 Spanish riders the competition will be fierce. The field starts with three British riders again with Gino Rea joining Bradley Smith and Scott Redding. NicolasTerol steps up after winning the 125cc Class last season, how well [...]
Source: http://www.philsmotogp.co.uk/moto2-2012-line-up/
Alan Carter Alan North Alan Shepherd Alano Montanari Alberto Gandossi
Inside Motorcycles Wants You to take part in the Toronto Motorcycle Show
Motorcycle clubs, associations/rides and not-for-profit motorcycle groups take note: Inside Motorcycles wants you to be a part of the Toronto Motorcycle Show, December 9-11, 2011 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre.
The Toronto Motorcycle Show is excited to announce that Inside Motorcycles is the new presenting sponsor of their reformatted "Rider's World" area. Be a part of the exciting Premier Manufacturer Showcase Show, the only one of its kind in Ontario, where the major manufacturers bring in their new models!
Your Investment:
$200.00 + HST for a 10X10 booth space that includes d�cor.
Your Value in Return:
Booth space plus carpet, table & two chairs. Regular booth value is over $1500.00
PLUS Inside Motorcycles wants to PROMOTE YOU!
As part of your booth space cost above, you will receive the additional from Inside Motorcycles:
1. One NO charge 1/4 page ad in an issue of Inside Motorcycles- $600.00 value;
2. Editorial coverage in an issue of Inside Motorcycles on one of your major rides or events of the season;
3. Discounted subscriptions to Inside Motorcycles for all your members and families.
SPACE IS LIMITED! ONLY 20 booths available!
For further information please contact Neal Diefenbaker at neal@sportshows.ca or call 905-361-2679.
We look forward to seeing you at the Toronto Motorcycle Show, December 9-11, 2011!
Please note: Booth space costs will not be reduced for any groups wanting to bring in their own d�cor items or not wanting to participate in the advertising package being offered.
Inside Motorcycles // www.insidemotorcycles.com
Source: http://insidemotorcycles.blogspot.com/2011/11/inside-motorcycles-wants-you-to-take.html
Alberto Pagani Alberto Puig Aldo Nannini Alessandro Gramigni Alex Baldolini
Valentino Rossi, Madonna and Ducati*
Valentino Rossi, Madonna and Ducati*
Unless you?re at the sharp end of racing ? frantically fettling in readiness of the new season ? this can ...
Motor Sport Magazine - The original motor racing magazine
Source: http://www.motorsportmagazine.com/race/motogp/rossi-madonna-and-ducati/
Dominique Aegerter Dominique Sarron Doni Tata Pradita Doriano Romboni Duilio Agostini
Coasting to victory at Daytona
Coasting to victory at Daytona
What is now known as the Rolex 24 Hours was founded 50 years ago as a three-hour race called the ...
Motor Sport Magazine - The original motor racing magazine
Source: http://www.motorsportmagazine.com/race/sports-cars/coasting-to-victory-at-daytona/
Emilio Mendogni Enrico Lorenzetti Eric Saul Ernesto Brambilla Ernie Lyons
Thursday, January 19, 2012
Carlos Checa and Franco Battaini to test the Ducati GP12
Ducati didn’t present their ‘90% new’ 2012 MotoGP machine at last week’s Wrooom to the disappointment of everyone, but the GP12 is currently at Jerez de la[...]
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Source: http://feeds.blogo.it/~r/twowheelsblog/com/~3/hJLJmMmC9vQ/story01.htm
Heinz Rosner Helmut Bradl Helmut Hallmeier Henk van Kessel Hermann Paul Muller
Milan: EICMA Motorcycle Show Round-Up
This week we had the opportunity to head to EICMA, the 69th International Motorcycle exhibition in Milan, Italy. Truly the largest Motorcycle Exhibition in the world, EICMA did not disappoint with the unveiling of several new 2012 models. With over 1400 exhibitors covering more than 58,000 m2 of exhibit space, the show was nothing short of overwhelming.
KTM has also stepped up it's racing efforts, with the introduction of their Moto3 bike, which will be raced in the World Championship MotoGP series in the new Moto3 class in 2012.
Honda introduced several new models for 2012 including the CBR 1000RR Fireblade Superbike and the CBR 250R. The Japanese manufacturer also released the Crosstourer, a maxi enduro bike that will unfortunately not yet be available in Canada. The all new CBR 250R is shown here.
To complete the new 2012 Superbike round up, Suzuki and Yamaha also introduced their new models, the 2012 GSXR1000 and the R1 50th Anniversary edition respectively.
Perhaps the hottest topic of the show was the all new 2012 Ducati Panigale. A next generation Superbike, the Panigale V-Twin will be run by a powerful "Superquadro" engine putting out a claimed 195 HP. It looks stunning as well.
The BMW S1000RR also gets a number of refinements for 2012. Just when you thought one of the world's best-selling Superbikes couldn't get any better, BMW has trimmed down the bodywork, made some changes to the chassis and the electronics to translate into a much smoother ride for enthusiasts of all levels. For 2012, the S1000RR is also available in 4 different colour schemes including this distinct blue model.
BMW also launched their new line of "Urban Mobility" scooters, which include a 600cc and 650cc scooter that is expected to prove quite popular in Europe, and BMW expects, the rest of the world too.
KTM has been a popular booth to visit, as they unveiled several new motorcycles for 2012 including a 200cc street bike, a 650cc street bike and a 350cc "Freeride" dirt bike that also comes in an Electric version. Unfortunately, we are told that none of these models will be available in North America for 2012. The 200cc street bike is shown here.
KTM has also stepped up it's racing efforts, with the introduction of their Moto3 bike, which will be raced in the World Championship MotoGP series in the new Moto3 class in 2012.
Moving over the Japanese manufacturers, Kawasaki had their new ZX14R on hand. The fastest accelerating production motorcycle ever made and with the most power production engine ever built, expect to see this motorcycle winning at drag strips around the globe.
Honda introduced several new models for 2012 including the CBR 1000RR Fireblade Superbike and the CBR 250R. The Japanese manufacturer also released the Crosstourer, a maxi enduro bike that will unfortunately not yet be available in Canada. The all new CBR 250R is shown here. 
To complete the new 2012 Superbike round up, Suzuki and Yamaha also introduced their new models, the 2012 GSXR1000 and the R1 50th Anniversary edition respectively.
Yamaha's 2012 YZF-R1 comes in 50th Anniversary edition colours:
Also new for 2012 is the Triumph Tiger Explorer 1200. While we weren't able to snag a photo of this new adventure touring beauty, this all new shaft-driven motorcycle from Triumph should prove a powerful contender to the BMW 1200GS.
In addition to the 2012 Tiger Explorer, Triumph also unveiled their all new 2012 Daytona 675R sport bike. Decked out in full Ohlins trim, this motorcycle is ready for the racetrack.
There was simply so much to see and capture at EICMA that we couldn't possible catch it all, but these are the highlights. Below are some more images from the show in no particular order.
BMW's 1600 GTL Touring Bike will be tough to beat.
The scooter market is really picking up, with signs of Scooter racing as well!
A look inside the Ducati Panigale Superquadro power house:
Even the Province of Quebec was on hand! Motorcycle tour in Quebec? Why not!
And of course there was lots of fun, extreme stuff kicking around too....
The 2012 models will be available for viewing in Canada starting with the Toronto Motorcycle Show from December 9-11, 2011. You won't want to miss it!
Inside Motorcycles // www.insidemotorcycles.com
Source: http://insidemotorcycles.blogspot.com/2011/11/milan-eicma-motorcycle-show-round-up.html
Horst Kassner Huang Shizhao Hubert Abold Hugh Anderson Isamu Kasuya
iBet: Valencia are always very strong at the Mestalla
There is a suspicion that after a great start, Levanteare on the wane somewhat, while Valencia appear to be getting stronger. Source: http://blogs.independent.co.uk/2012/01/19/ibet-valencia-are-always-very-strong-at-the-mestalla/
Current events Daijiro Kato Dan Shorey Dani Pedrosa Dario Ambrosini
Inside Track Communications launches new websites
Inside Track Communications was formed in 1997 Inside Track Motorsport News, Inside Motorcycles and Inside MotoX & Off-Road kicked off the New Year with the launch of dynamic redesigned websites, giving all three magazines an online presence to match their reputations as Canada?s premier motorsports publications. The fresh look is evident as soon as visitors [...]
Source: http://www.flagworld.com/news/?p=68435
Daryl Beattie Dave Chadwick Dave Simmonds David Checa Davide Tardozzi
Positive second day of testing for Rea and Aoyama at Phillip Island
Jonathan Rea and Hiroshi Aoyama concluded another positive day of private testing at Phillip Island. The Honda World Superbike team is currently working on chassis and suspensions on the 2012 Honda[...]
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Source: http://feeds.blogo.it/~r/twowheelsblog/com/~3/Ihnbmx5kQzQ/story01.htm
Franco Uncini Frank Perris Frantisek Bartos Fred Stevens Freddie Frith
Jules Cluzel loses World Supersport ride
A little less than two weeks ago Jules Cluzel was officially to ride one of the Kawasaki ZX-6Rs that debuting WTR Ten 10 Racing Team was going to field in World Supersport, now the former Moto2 rider[...]
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Source: http://feeds.blogo.it/~r/twowheelsblog/com/~3/jioHCcDXt1E/story01.htm
Hermann Paul Muller Herri Torrontegui Hideo Kanaya Hiroshi Aoyama Hiroshi Hasegawa
Dovizioso Breaks his Collarbone
During the closed season the MotoGP riders enjoy riding in other forms of motorcycling. Andrea Dovizioso is no exception, however it has been mentioned on twitter�that the MotoGP star has broken his right collarbone. Dovizioso MX Riding He was MX riding and has suffered a fall resulting in the Italian going to hospital for examination. [...]
Source: http://www.philsmotogp.co.uk/dovizioso-breaks-collarbone/
Chris Walker Christian Estrosi Christian Sarron Claudio Lusuardi Colin Edwards
Dakar 2012 coming to a climax
Sponsored Post The Dakar has already passed through Argentina and Chile, and is now into the final stages in Peru. Bikes In the bikes, as expected, it’s coming down to Red Bull KTM team-mates Cyril Despres and Marc Coma. They’ve been leaving regular blogs on Red Bull’s Dakar Rally 2012 website. They’ve never been far [...]
Source: http://2or4.co.uk/2012/01/13/dakar-2012-coming-to-a-climax/
Benjamin Grau Benoit Musy Bert Schneider Bill Doran Bill Ivy
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
MotoGP and CRT 2012 Line Up
The MotoGP line-up was given out on Friday. The CRT entries have been included and there are 21 riders on the grid. 12 of them are factory riders while 9 of them are the CRT entires. So the line-up looks like this: Number Rider Country Team 1 Casey Stoner Australia Honda Team, Honda 4 Andrea [...]
Source: http://www.philsmotogp.co.uk/motogp-2012-line-up/
Chris Vermeulen Chris Walker Christian Estrosi Christian Sarron Claudio Lusuardi
Ontario gets a newly formed Supermoto Club; Supermoto Ontario
from Supermoto Ontario
Kitchener, Ontario - Supermoto Ontario is a newly formed club focused on promoting Supermoto riding/ racing in Ontario. The club is incorporated as a non for profit organization and is made up of a board of directors who are all riders passionate about the sport.
Supermoto racing in Ontario reached its peak around 2005 and has been in a decline ever since. The club is working to change this by rebuilding the sport in Ontario from the ground up. Supermoto Ontario will be organizing open track days for the 2012 season where riders will be able to come and participate on a Supermoto specific track. The goal is to increase participation and add racing to the 2013 schedule.
The track will be setup in the parking lot of the Shell truck stop in Drumbo, Ontario (between Kitchener and Woodstock) directly off hwy 401 at exit 250. The lot is freshly paved, has a very large area to work with and an area for a dirt section to be constructed. These track days will be focused on inexpensive fun with instruction available onsite.
For those of you who have an Offroad/MX bike and have always wanted to try supermoto, now is the time! To get your bike setup properly it is as simple as swapping out your knobby tires to something non-knobby like a dual sport or flat track racing tire. Mounting a fluids catch can and axle sliders is required for safety. Supermoto is one of the cheapest disciplines of motorcycle riding and racing.
A website for Supermoto Ontario has been setup at www.supermotoontario.com. When finalized, the event schedule will be posted on the website. There is a bunch more info there on Supermoto including what it takes to get your bike setup, what it needs to pass technical inspection as well as pictures and videos.
Supermoto Ontario will be present at the North American International Motorcycle Super Show this coming January 6-8 at the International Centre in Toronto. Please come by our booth to check out some bikes, videos and get all of the info you will need to get out riding Supermoto with the club. A special thanks to the Super Show for donating the booth space to the Club.
For more information please visit the club website: www.supermotoontario.com or send an email to supermotoontario@gmail.com
Supermoto Ontario is sponsored by NineOneNine Designs, Maxima Oils, Artisan Complete and SuperShow Events.
Inside Motorcycles // www.insidemotorcycles.com
Source: http://insidemotorcycles.blogspot.com/2011/12/ontario-gets-newly-formed-supermoto.html
Aldo Nannini Alessandro Gramigni Alex Baldolini Alex Barros Alex Criville
2012 BMW 3 Series Online Configurator at BMWUSA.com
The 2012 BMW 3 Series online configurator went live at www.bmwusa.com. For those of you that are looking to highly customize your next purchase, the F30 configurator gives you the most choices ever. The base price of the 2012 328i … Continue reading
Source: http://www.bmwblog.com/2012/01/14/2012-bmw-3-series-online-configurator-at-bmwusa-com/
Carefully does it, Kimi R�ikk�nen?
Carefully does it, Kimi R�ikk�nen?
Why on earth does the Renault-soon-to-be-Lotus Grand Prix team allow its new number one driver Kimi R�ikk�nen to race a ...
Motor Sport Magazine - The original motor racing magazine
Source: http://www.motorsportmagazine.com/f1/opinion/carefully-does-it-kimi-raikkonen%e2%80%a6/
Bob McIntyre Boet van Dulmen Bohumil Stasa Borje Jansson Brian Steenson
Monday, January 9, 2012
Careful FIA, we don?t want two Caterhams
It was agreed today that three Formula 1 constructors will change their names. Lotus Renault GP will cease to be Renault, and change to Lotus, because Renault don’t really like them any more. Conveniently, Team Lotus will switch from Lotus to Caterham – and probably change their team name too. Marussia Virgin Racing meanwhile will [...]
Source: http://2or4.co.uk/2011/11/03/careful-fia-we-dont-want-two-caterhams/
Isamu Kasuya Isao Morishita Ivan Carlsson Ivan Goi Ivan Palazzese
Sunday, January 8, 2012
Shell opens motorcycle only gas station in Indonesia
In a country like Indonesia who has more that 52 million motorcycles (mostly small displacement) it’s natural to cater this demanding consumer market, and Shell in cooperation with the[...]
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Source: http://feeds.blogo.it/~r/twowheelsblog/com/~3/_PiFSll4h2c/story01.htm
Aldo Nannini Alessandro Gramigni Alex Baldolini Alex Barros Alex Criville
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