MotoGP

While the Italian Grand Prix failed to deliver the expected challenge from Francesco Bagnaia that was anticipated, the weekend at Mugello still threw up plenty of talking points across the grid.  Here are the key factors that determined how the riders stacked up once the chequered flag flew in Mugello.  Riding a Ducati  If you weren’t riding a Ducati, you…

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Sometimes the most interesting automotive projects happen when engineers stop asking “should we?” and start asking “why not?” BMW’s collaboration with Deus Ex Machina on the DE-02 electric bike falls squarely into that category – it’s a street-legal motorcycle that doubles as a mobile DJ booth, complete with Marshall speakers and an honest-to-goodness turntable. Yes, really. And somehow, it all…

A new era beckons for two-wheeled racing as F1 owners set sights on expanding MotoGP’s global reach Liberty Media’s ambitious acquisition of Dorna Sports S.L., the commercial rights holder of MotoGP, has moved one step closer to completion following unconditional clearance from the European Commission. The green light from Brussels was the final regulatory hurdle, paving the way for Liberty’s…

The European Commission has given the green light for Liberty Media to acquire MotoGP promoter Dorna more than a year after the deal was first announced. In an official statement released this afternoon, the European Commission announced its approval of Liberty Media’s acquisition of Dorna “without conditions.” “The Commission has unconditionally approved the proposed acquisition of Dorna Sports by Liberty…

European Commission approves Liberty Media’s acquisition of MotoGP™ The approval was the final pending condition to the deal, confirming a new chapter for the most exciting sport on Earth Liberty […]  read more www.roadracingworld.com

We had already reported exclusively last year that Ahmedabad-based Matter Energy is working on a new bike. That the upcoming electric bike will be more affordable than the Aera 5000, which currently retails at ₹1.94 lakh (ex-showroom), was also known back then. Now reports state that this upcoming bike will launch in the next 2-3 years. It will be a B2B…

Four of the biggest names in the sport preview the weekend’s action at Mugello. See what they have to say here!  read more www.motogp.com

Marc Marquez and Francesco Bagnaia were summoned to MotoGP race direction following their glancing touch during the frenetic start to the Italian Grand Prix. Marc Marquez and Bagnaia, along with Alex Marquez, engaged in an explosive battle for the lead during the opening laps at Mugello, highlighted by the two factory Ducat riders making contact at Turn 5 on the…

Stars around the MotoGP grid reflect on El Turco’s potential after Yamaha announced his signing for 2026  read more www.motogp.com

Matter Aera, India’s only electric motorcycle with gears, blends traditional biking with EV tech. With a manual gearbox, touchscreen, low running cost, and solid urban performance, it’s ideal for city riders seeking engagement, savings, and smart connectivity in an electric bike. For seasoned motorcycle riders, the act of shifting gears, managing the clutch, and feeling engine revs (and sound) is…

The Italian Grand Prix collision between Franco Morbidelli and Maverick Vinales was resolved amicably among the riders – though the Tech3 KTM MotoGP team made it clear it felt Morbidelli was out of order. With potential podium pace in his KTM RC16 all through the weekend, Vinales laboured a little to overtake Morbidelli for fourth on Sunday but finally did…

Francesco Bagnaia feels “it’s impossible to think about winning the championship” after fading to fourth place at his home Italian Grand Prix in Mugello. After a fantastic start which saw Bagnaia fighting for the lead with Marc Marquez and Alex Marquez, the Italian rider began to drop back, before eventually losing the final podium spot to VR46 Ducati’s Fabio Di…

The premier class are on track in Mugello for the first time this weekend as they get Round 9 underway  read more www.motogp.com

A man has been charged after an electric motorcycle rider was injured in a crash with a car in Aberdeen. Police were called to a report of a crash involving a car and an electric motorcycle on Cattofield Place around 9pm on Saturday. Emergency services attended and a 22-year-old man, the rider of the motorcycle, was taken to Aberdeen Royal…

Chased across the Mugello finish line by a pack of 16 other KTMs, Veda Pratama seized his first victory in the Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup. The Indonesian 16-year-old had to fight for it at every corner with Spanish 17-year-old David González grabbing 2nd and Italian 16-year-old Giulio Pugliese 3rd. The top 17 were covered by just over 2 seconds, the…

The Italian MotoGP will take place on Sunday, 22 June with a 23-lap race around the Mugello circuit. Ducati’s Marc Marquez starts the race from pole position with local hero Francesco Bagnaia second on the grid on the other factory Ducati. Gresini’s Alex Marquez and Yamaha’s Fabio Quartararo complete the top four. When is the Italian MotoGP? Sunday, 22 June…

Watch the 15-minute fight for the two remaining Q2 spots at Mugello  read more www.motogp.com

The accident happened on West Street at around ten to seven this evening (Saturday June 21. The woman was very badly injured a police are appealing for anyone who may be able to identify the rider to come forward. The appeal issued by Devon and Cornwall Police said: “Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious injury hit and run…