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TVS Apache RR310 painted in BMW colours. BMW S310RR on the way?
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We’ve been shouting about the TVS Apache RR 310 for the last couple of years – and it’s finally made it into production for the Indian market. Taking inspiration from the bikes German roots, one owner has decided to give his prized possession a makeover – with some spot on BMW paintwork. Looks brilliant, doesn’t…
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Alpinestars 55th Anniversary custom Ducati 750 Sport
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Alpinestars has teamed up with Woolies Workshop to create a one-off custom Ducati 750 Sport – to celebrate its 55 years of innovation, focus, commitment, design and winning tradition. As a tribute to the Alpinestars’ passion for motorcycling and to celebrate 55 years of innovation, manufacturing and product design, Alpinestars has been working with Michael…
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Jorge Lorenzo-approved Ducati Scrambler ‘Trackster’
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Melbourne-based Skunk Machine created this AWESOME MotoGP inspired Ducati Scrambler ‘Trackster’ – and then Jorge Lorenzo signed it at last year’s Melbourne GP! The bike was brought to Skunk Machine’s owner Carl Cerra by a long-time customer Anthony who wanted something special creating to sit in his new bar. His brief to Carl was fairly…
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Nozane to replace Folger at Japanese Grand Prix
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Local hero Kohta Nozane will step in for the absent Jonas Folger (below) this weekend at the Motul Grand Prix of Japan. Folger will fly home today in order to undertake more medical checks and his seat will be filled by Nozane, who made his Grand Prix debut as a 16-year-old in the 2012 Japanese Moto2 race as a wildcard. He won…
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Spy Shots: BMW S310RR (TVS Apache RR 310S) spotted in full camouflaged fairing
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The BMW S310RR (or TVS Apache RR 310S) test bike has been caught out again during testing in India. The clearest images to emerge so far, they reveal a selection of fresh details which confirm that the bike is pretty much ready to go – and is being prepared for the European market. Although the…
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MotoGP: Rossi from 22nd quickest: “We think we’ve solved the problems”
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Championship leader Valentino Rossi (Movistar Yamaha MotoGP) had a difficult time with tyres in the Spanish GP, but despite finishing the post-race test in P21, the ‘Doctor’ found some positivity and solutions to his problems. The Italian legend tried a range of rubber during his 62 laps of the Jerez, and set a best of…
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Launch Ride: Harley Street Rod
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Hardcore Harley devotees best look away now. Flag-waving Trump supporters probably won’t be impressed either, but for many riders – particularly those a little younger – be they open-minded new bikers, or indeed anyone looking for their first Harley, this could well be a game-changer. Words: John Milbank, editor of Motorcycle Sport & Leisure…
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MotoGP: Intermediate tyres now ruled out of bounds by Grand Prix Commission
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MotoGP: Intermediate tyres now ruled out of bounds by Grand Prix Commission. There will be no more intermediate tyres in MotoGP after a decision by the Grand Prix Commission. According to an announcement from series owners Dorna the decision to drop the half-way wet tyres was made after a consultation with both the Safety Commission…
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MotoGP: Crutchlow fastest, Rossi gets a penalty and rain stops play in MotoGP darrrn unda
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After a wet morning of action at Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit, and a Moto3 FP2 that saw times get significantly slower, the red flag came out during the second session for MotoGP – and it was decided to cancel the remainder of the session, as well as FP2 for Moto2. With few bikes venturing…
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MotoGP: Unhappy Pedrosa posts tyre and boot pics to show how screwed he was in Aragon’s race
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Dani Pedrosa’s pretty miffed with Michelin right now following his sixth place finish at yesterday’s Aragon MotoGP round. The Spaniard is so angry that his people have posted these pictures of his Honda’s front tyre and the rider’s ground-away boot after the race. And to be fair to Pedrosa, both do look pretty knackered. That…
