2019
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VIDEO: When you really want to make your BMW S1000RR fly…
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BMW is back in the air thanks to Czech manufacturer Skyleader, who’s built a plane powered by a S 1000 RR engine. BMW has a long and rich history producing cars and motorcycles; but that’s not all it’s known for. Its propeller-derived logo was created for a reason – as a result of its early…
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Sealey launches NEW and IMPROVED website. The one stop shop for all your tools and workshop essentials.
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Sealey’s made a name for itself with its eclectic mix of professional tools and workshop equipment – and to make it easier to get your hands on the British brands top quality kit, it’s just launched a brand new website. Looking for the latest tools and workshop essentials, well Sealey offers 9,800 product lines –…
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MotoGP: Silverstone set for RESURFACING work – as it EXTENDS contract to 2021.
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Following last year’s debacle at the British MotoGP round, Silverstone has committed to resurfacing the circuit ahead of the MotoGP returning to the UK in August. And as a result of its commitment, it’s extended its contract through to 2021. During last year’s British MotoGP round, the race had to be cancelled as a result…
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MotoGP: Ever wondered how much top lever racers earn?
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Have you ever found yourself wondering how much money Marc Marquez, Valentino Rossi or Andrea Dovizioso earn? Well, here are the salaries of MotoGP stars for the 2019 season. It’s worth mentioning that the figures aren’t necessarily 100% accurate. They’ve been calculated by the chaps at Motorrad magazine in Germany so they’re probably pretty close…
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WSB: Jonathan Rea returns to the top with Race 1 win at Imola!
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The reigning four-time WorldSBK champion ended Bautista’s domination for first win of 2019! It was a welcome return to the top step of the podium for Jonathan Rea (Kawasaki Racing Team WorldSBK), who put in an exhibition during Race 1 of the Pirelli Italian Round. Off the line, it was a bright start for Rea,…
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VIDEO: German Police getting tough on bikers… What’s going on here?
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We’ve clocked this clip from German TV show, Achtung Kontrolle showing a biker getting his pride and joy confiscated – and it’s left us stumped. We can’t quite see what the problem is… Can you? Ok, so we know that you can have your bike confiscated in Germany if your exhaust is too loud –…
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SPY SHOT: Suzuki’s next generation DR BIG caught testing.
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Rumours have been swirling that Suzuki’s developing a new version of its iconic DR BIG – and a spy shot has appeared on AcidMoto.ch confirming its well on its way. From what we can see in the image, the new DR appears to an evolution of the Japanese factories V-Strom 1000 rather than an entirely…
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NEW GEAR: A wiper for your motorcycle helmet. The Wipey.
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The brain-child of a team of Slovenian inventors, the aptly-named Wipey is a clip-on windscreen wiper for your motorcycle helmet. And if you want to get in on the action, they’re now about to start crowdfunding to mass-produce the clever bit of kit. We’ve all been there. The rain’s coming down and you’re not travelling…
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Police officer faces the sack for ‘ramming’ moped rider DESPITE Met Police approving the tactic.
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A police officer is due before a disciplinary panel today, and could face the sack for carrying out ‘tactical contact’ by driving his vehicle into the path of a moped being ridden by a 17-year old suspected thief in South London. Despite the force authorising the robust tactic for reducing crime, Metropolitan PC Edwin Sutton…
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BSB: Brookes claims victory at Oulton Park
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Josh Brookes has become the third different rider to claim a victory in the 2019 Bennetts British Superbike Championship – after taking the win at Oulton Park this afternoon. The 2015 champion held off Tommy Bridewell as Ducati became the third race-winning manufacturer so far this season to celebrate the first win for the new…
