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Video: Ducati’s Superleggera V4 motorcycle in action at Portimao
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Check out this promo video from Ducati of it’s incredible, 234hp, 152.2kg V4 Superleggera doing its thing around Portimao in Portugal. The fun stuff comes right at the end of the film, which is a bit waffley until it gets going. But live with that because this is a cracking look at the MotoGP-bike-on-the-road really…
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Norton collapse: Administrator’s report shines light on the numbers
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Norton’s Administrators, BDO have compiled a report into the state of Norton Motorcycles and the report makes for interesting reading. In light of the company going into Administration last month there have been calls by frustrated customers, suppliers and now MP Meg Hillier for more clarity to come out about what’s been going on at…
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Call for inquiry into Government cash ploughed into Norton Motorcycles
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An MP has called for an official investigation into the Government’s funds that were put into Norton Motorcycles. Meg Hillier MP will now write to both the Cabinet Office and the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) to request an official inquiry into what happened to Norton Motorcycles and how it led to…
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MotoGP: Yamaha’s holeshot device caught on camera
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During the recent Sepang tests (which were dominated by the news that Marc Marques could MISS the first two rounds of the year) it emerged that Yamaha will have a new holeshot device available for its riders this year. Yamaha’s been dragging its heels on this tech in comparison to others on the grid, Ducati…
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Lad uploads group ride video. Lands him and his mates 132 points and a 14,100 euros in fines.
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A group of ten Spanish bikers have been hit with 14,100 euros in fines and 132 points after one of the lads uploaded a video of their ride to the web. It’s tricky not to get a little bit carried away when you’re riding as part of a big group – and if you’re on…
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CONFIRMED: Triumph Street Triple R WILL cost £8,900
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It’s been a poorly-kept secret but it’s just been confirmed by the British factory – the 2020 Street Triple R will take just under £9k out of your pocket. That’s £400 LESS than the previous Street Triple R. There’s a Low Ride Height version, it’s got three riding modes and a new face. It’s also…
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Here’s Triumph’s 2020 Triumph Street Triple R – a bit earlier than expected
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It’s appeared nice and early courtesy of the Ultimate Motorcycling website in the USA – and thanks to those lovely people we all get to see the new bike in it’s updated frowny glory. We’re expecting the British version of the bike, which will be unveiled officially by the factory later today, to cost a…
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MotoGP: Marc Marquez could miss the first two rounds of the year!
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It’s a nightmare scenario for Honda but, after last week’s Sepang MotoGP tests there’s a helluva dark cloud over Marc Marquez’ 2020 season. The eight time World Champion’s right shoulder, originally damaged in 2018 leaving it prone to dislocating (even in Marquez’ sleep) is still causing the Honda man much grief. The operation happened on…
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Yamaha reveals range of BOLT-ON (or bolt-in) ELECTRIC motors. 27bhp to 264bhp.
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Yamaha’s developed a range of electric motors from 35kW to 200kW – and it could mean we’re getting closer to seeing an electric road bike from the Japanese factory. The prototype 35kW to 200kW interior permanent magnet synchronous motors can be used for a wide range of applications. The video shows the drive module fitted…
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New electric Hero motorcycle on sale in India for under £1,800
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It’s the first ‘real’ motorcycle from Indian company Hero and the AE-47 not only looks the part, it also costs mere peanuts compared to other electric bikes out there. OK, so it’s not designed to be the quickest, cleverest or most impressive electric bike – but it has been made to be practical and easy…
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