Losing MotoGP concessions would be “nothing but good news” for Honda, say riders | MotoGP
Luca Marini and Joan Mir say they would be delighted if Honda loses the best of MotoGP’s concessions next year, despite the potential impact on the RC213V’s development. Honda, along with Yamaha, is currently ranked in Group D under MotoGP’s revived concession system, which provides struggling manufacturers additional benefits in areas such as testing, engine usage and wildcard entries. The…
This is the first ever semi-solid-state battery on a production e-bike | Electric
Solid-state batteries have long been the holy grail of electric vehicles, especially for light EVs like electric bicycles that are usually charged indoors. They hold major safety benefits over traditional lithium-ion batteries, plus offer better energy density, making it possible to use smaller batteries or simply fit more capacity in the same-sized battery pack. Solid-state batteries have spent decades being…
MotoGP striving for Chinese Grand Prix return | MotoGP
MotoGP promoter Dorna Sports has started its plan to bring the Chinese Grand Prix back to the championship, Autosport sources have confirmed. China previously hosted MotoGP contests between 2005 and 2008 at the Shanghai International Circuit, with race wins going to Valentino Rossi (2005 and 2008), Dani Pedrosa (2006) and Casey Stoner (2007). But 17 years after the last race,…
MotoGP™ Tissot Sprint: Qatar Airways Grand Prix of Portugal | MotoGP
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St. Charles adopts new rules for e-bikes, e-scooters | Electric
Responding to growing safety concerns around e-bikes and e-scooters as the devices’ popularity rises, St. Charles recently adopted an ordinance updating its bicycle policy and clarifying where different types of e-bikes and other motorized devices can and can’t be used in the city. In doing so, the city joined scores of other suburban municipalities — from Highland Park to Park…
The outlash caused by Bagnaia’s smoky MotoGP Japanese GP incident | MotoGP
The smoky issue on Francesco Bagnaia’s Ducati in the Japanese Grand Prix has sparked concern among MotoGP manufacturers, who are now calling for clear guidelines on how such cases should be handled. Bagnaia’s extraordinary performance from pole position at Motegi on 4 October took a dramatic turn when, with five laps to go, the Italian’s Desmosedici began releasing smoke that grew…
LIVE – Follow the MotoGP Portuguese Grand Prix with live text updates | MotoGP
After a hard-fought victory against Pedro Acosta’s KTM in Saturday’s Sprint, can Álex Márquez make it a double win, starting from fifth on the grid for the Grand Prix? Struggling at the end of yesterday’s race, Marco Bezzecchi hopes to stay at the front with his Aprilia, extending his lead in the battle for third place in the championship against…
This New Motorcycle Has A Crazy Boxer-Electric Hybrid Engine And Is Named After An Iconic World War II Fighter Plane | Electric
There’s something crazy going on with motorcycles in China, and it’s honestly fascinating to watch. The region’s manufacturers are trying out crazy ideas, seemingly just because they can, and motorcyclists get to experience the madness. Benda just came swinging with a flurry of new motorcycles, including the P51. Named after America’s iconic World War II fighter, this motorcycle has a…
Martin plans latest MotoGP return at Valencia finale | MotoGP
World champion Jorge Martin will travel to Valencia this weekend in the hopes of returning to MotoGP action at the season finale there. The Aprilia star has been out since his first-lap accident at the Japanese Grand Prix in September. The resulting collarbone injury was the latest in a series of disruptions to his first season with the factory Aprilia…
FIM MotoMini World Series: The New Road to MotoGP | MotoGP
The programme – unique in sport – debuts a new look and structure that clearly defines the path to the top for the next generation. The Road to MotoGP is […] read more www.roadracingworld.com
Test-Riding The Zero S Electric Motorcycle – Is This The Ultimate Beginner’s Bike? | Electric
Around bends the low center of gravity helps you to feel planted Zero Motorcycles The future is here. We’re riding around on electric motorcycles and artificial intelligence is hiding our imposter syndrome. But this futurism has actually been around far longer than you might think. Founded in California in 2006, Zero Motorcycles launched its first production model in 2010. Since…
Bulega overcomes Superbike instincts to score on MotoGP debut, eyes 2027 chances | MotoGP
Nicolo Bulega, the World Superbike rider substituting for Marc Marquez aboard the factory Ducati, has revealed the extent to which he had to adjust his riding for the Michelin tyre used in MotoGP. At the same time, he could be on the right side of that gulf when MotoGP switches to Pirelli rubber for 2027 – if he can land…
First look at Honda’s new full-size electric motorcycle | Electric
At EICMA 2025, Honda finally pulled back the curtain on its first full-size electric motorcycle with the first-ever public unveiling of the Honda WN7. As someone who’s followed the electric motorcycle space for over a decade, I’ve been waiting a long time to see Big Red bring some serious voltage – and it looks like that moment has arrived. The…
Bezzecchi “always believed” in Aprilia amid 2025 MotoGP struggles | MotoGP
Aprilia has emerged as Ducati’s most consistent challenger – some argue its equal – since the middle of the MotoGP season, but it took until the Portuguese Grand Prix for its factory team to score a 2025 Sunday victory entirely on merit. Read Also: Although Marco Bezzecchi won the British Grand Prix in May, that victory depended on Fabio Quartararo’s…