MotoGP

I am clearly a lucky human. Being offered a brand new Zero DRS/X electric motorcycle for a week or so is a generous opportunity that I jumped at, of course. The DSR/X is the latest generation in a long line of dual sport bikes from Californian electric motorcycle stalwart Zero Motorcycles who have a growing presence in Australia. I’ve owned…

Rising MotoGP star Pedro Acosta feels “relieved” after visiting the headquarters of beleaguered Austrian manufacturer KTM, according to his manager. Acosta travelled to Mattighofen in Austria on Tuesday to understand how KTM’s dismal financial situation could have consequences for its MotoGP programme, now that he has become an integral part of its factory team. Latest reports indicate that up to…

Zapp EV, a producer of electric scooters and motorcycles designed for urban mobility, is expanding its operations in Thailand. On Thursday, the company announced the opening of a new microfactory in Bangkok. This facility was completed three months ahead of schedule, thanks to collaboration with the AIH Group. It has the capacity to produce up to 20,000 units annually, utilizing…

The European Union’s highest institution will open an “in-depth investigation” to determine whether the purchase of MotoGP by Formula 1 owner Liberty Media violates its antitrust framework. The European Commission, one of the EU’s decision-making bodies with executive power, is determined to closely analyse Liberty’s acquisition of Dorna, which holds the rights to the MotoGP World Championship. The wording of…

BBC Police want people to know what licence, insurance and safety gear people need for different types of e-bikes People need to know of the dangers of e-bikes and e-scooters before buying them as Christmas presents, police have said. It is illegal to ride e-scooters on the road, footpaths and cycle paths in Wales and police want people to check…

Francesco Bagnaia says he can take inspiration from the way Marc Marquez bounced back from his 2015 title loss in MotoGP to become a six-time premier class champion. Marquez made a storming MotoGP debut with Honda in 2013 to win two titles on the trot, but couldn’t make it a hat-trick of championships in 2015 after giving away too many points in…

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From a slump in the second half the season, Aleix Espargaro’s retirement and their exciting new rider line up, Paolo Bonora, Team Manager, gives his review of 2024  read more www.motogp.com

Enea Bastianini feels he needs to be more “explosive” on track after ending a four-year stint with Ducati in MotoGP. Bastianini has been associated with Ducati in his entire premier class career, but is parting ways with the Borgo Panigale marque at the end of 2024 to start a new chapter with Tech 3 KTM. The Italian rider impressed with his speed and…

AN UNEMPLOYED man wants to use the RM4,000 awarded to him by Johor Consumer Claims Tribunal to get a petrol-fuel motorcycle, as his electric motorbike is no longer functioning. Muhammad Rosyadi Abdullah said he only used the electric vehicle from June until August this year. The price of the electric motorbike was RM9,999 on Sept 20, 2023, but was reduced…

Yamaha is ready to begin track testing of the new V4 engine for its MotoGP bike, although the initial run at Jerez last week had to be delayed. Yamaha, the only MotoGP manufacturer still running inline four-cylinder engines, has been pushing with the development of the new unit in an attempt to catch up with its rivals after several difficult…

Electric motorcycle companies have had a rough go of it over the years, but an exception to that trend may be Stark Future. The Spain-based emoto startup is not even five years old but has made a lot of noise with its mostly quiet “Varg” electric off-road machines that have bagged championship wins – and a fast-growing fan base that…

Fabio Quartararo has said he was impressed by the change in Yamaha’s mentality for the 2024 MotoGP season, even if the results on track remained below his expectations. As part of its drive to return to the front and challenge for victories again, the Japanese marque is slowly adopting an aggressive approach more akin to its European rivals. Having been…

Last week, I finally said goodbye to one of the longest press loaners I’ve ever heard of. After a year, six months, and nearly 3,000 miles, my 2023 Zero DSR/X tester is finally going home back to California. As I reflect on my lengthy adventure, I think electric motorcycles like this Zero are still a great option, but only if…

MotoGP race winner Aleix Espargaro will make a switch to professional cycling following his retirement from motorcycle racing. The Spaniard, a three-time race winner in the premium category, will join the Lidl-Trek professional cycling team from the start of 2025. Espargaro has been an avid cycling fan for nine years since a back injury meant he had to stop running,…

Ultraviolette is currently in a phase of expansion, and in 2025, the company is set to launch a new motorcycle, potentially entering a new market segment. In November, the Indian manufacturer unveiled the Concept X adventure bike at the EICMA show. According to BikeWale, the upcoming model will likely build on the lessons learned from the current F77 Mach2, which…

MotoGP world champion Jorge Martin believes Aprilia has made the “biggest” leap in recent years with its 2025 prototype. Martin is joining Aprilia next year after clinching his first title with a Pramac Ducati, the Spaniard having been snubbed for a promotion to the factory team in favour of Marc Marquez. Madrid native Martin got his first taste of the…

MotoGP™ fans’ sustainability knowledge is put to the test at the Solidarity GP of Barcelona  read more www.motogp.com

Oben Electric, a homegrown electric motorcycle manufacturer in India, has expanded its presence to Rajasthan with the opening of a showroom and service center in Jaipur. Located on Tonk Road, Gandhinagar, this three-floor flagship facility is designed to meet the increasing demand for electric motorcycles in the city. This development aligns with Oben Electric’s goal of establishing a nationwide network,…