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KTM: Limited-Edition RC 8C
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KTM’s revealed the latest version of its dedicated track weapon: the RC 8C It’s that time of the year when the Austrian factory whips the covers off its limited-edition, all-singing, all-dancing, track-only sportbike. It’s very, very similar to last year’s model – though for 2024, there’re only 100 of them rolling off the production line.…
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KIT: Arai RX-7X Schwantz 30th Anniversary
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In honour of the renowned 1993 500cc world champion, Kevin Schwantz, Arai Helmet has released the RX-7X Schwantz 30th Anniversary – a magnificent display of artistry and style that should not be overlooked. It’ll be available in May and will be limited to just 1,993 units. The special edition helmet honours the iconic colours worn…
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CFMOTO 450SR: Host of upgrades
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Chinese firm CFMoto seems to be going from strength to strength. It’s been doing good business in the UK for years, but since it’s properly joined forces with the Pierer Group (who own KTM, Husqvarna and GasGas), things have certainly seemed to ramp up. The latest bike to be added to its ever-expanding range is…
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Fancy a race?
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Fancy spending a couple of days pretending you’re a MotoGP racer? KTM’s got you covered with its new ‘Academy of Speed’. The Austrian firm has come up trumps again, with a small selection of dates for its track riding school. The two-day events are taking place at the Salzburgring, Red Bull Ring, and Slovakiaring. Sessions…
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MotoGP runner-up Jorge Martin to appear at London Motorcycle Show next month
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Those heading to the Devitt Insurance MCN London Motorcycle Show next month will have the chance to meet MotoGP fan favourite and 2023 World Championship contender Jorge Martin. Martin will regale the crowds on the MCN World of Bikes stage and Adventure Base Camp stage with his behind-the-scenes stories and racing insights in February. Martin…
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Honda: Working on a new Fireblade
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A patent filed by Honda suggests there’s going to be a totally revised design of the side and front fairings on the CBR1000RR-R, aimed at improving aerodynamics thanks to integrated wings. The integrated wings will increase the load on the front end of the bike as well as reduce wind resistance, making the bike as…
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MotoGP announces provisional 2024 calendar
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MotoGP’s provisional calendar for 2024 reveals plans for a record-breaking 22 Grands Prix.
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Ducati DRE: Race Academy
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Mixing Italian exotica with an iconic circuit and a smattering of MotoGP stars, Ducati’s inaugural DRE Race Academy was every bit the success its formula suggested it would be. Fast Bikes Editor Bruce Wilson reveals all… Some days just start better than others… like when you open your bedroom curtains and stare down at one…
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Pocket Rocket: Aprilia’s A2-licence friendly RS 457
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Aprilia are making their presence felt in the A2-compliant sportsbike space with the RS 457, unveiled at the Italian Misano MotoGP event and targeted directly to young riders. The DOHC parallel twin sportsbike reaches the class maximum 47bhp and was seen out in testing in July alongside the Moto Guzzi Stelvio adventure bike, which is…
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King Kenny: Ironing out the kinks
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The VJMC’s Steve Cooper remembers… 1979 had been a holding position with Kenny Roberts doing his utmost to fend off the serried ranks of Suzuki RG500s. Unable to give him the extra power he wanted, the factory embarked on a mass loss programme – aluminium would replace steel for the chassis and the motor would…
