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  • Piero Taramasso on MotoGP Tire Pressure Transgressions and Planned Changes for 2023
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  • Dorna Issues Statement on Suzuki’s MotoGP Withdrawal, Reminds of Contractual Obligations
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So Long, & Thanks for all the Fish

By Jensen Beeler 04/01/2022 74 Comments
Electric Trials Riding Evolves with the Yamaha TY-E 2.0
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Electric Trials Riding Evolves with the Yamaha TY-E 2.0

By Jensen Beeler 03/29/2022 24 Comments
Yamaha Is Testing Motorcycle Power Steering on Dirt Bikes
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Yamaha Is Testing Motorcycle Power Steering on Dirt Bikes

By Jensen Beeler 03/28/2022 18 Comments

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Paddock Pass Podcast Episode 275 – MotoGP at Jerez

By Apex Radio Collective 05/09/2022 No Comments

The latest from the Paddock Pass Podcast discusses an eventful weekend for MotoGP, and how the balance of power is tipping in the paddock.

MotoGP

Suzuki Set to Leave MotoGP at the End of the 2022 Season

By David Emmett 05/02/2022 51 Comments

As the paddock packed up after the Jerez test on Monday, the bombshell news emerged that Suzuki is to withdraw from MotoGP at the end of the season.

MotoGP

MotoGP Preview of the Portuguese GP: A Fast & Flowing Track

By David Emmett 04/22/2022 7 Comments

David previews for us the first European round of the 2022 season, as MotoGP heads to Portimão for a rollercoaster of a ride at the Portuguese GP.

Podcast

Paddock Pass Podcast Episode 273 – Portimão MotoGP Preview

By Apex Radio Collective 04/21/2022 No Comments

Another episode of the Paddock Pass Podcast is out, and this one sees us previewing Portuguese GP, as MotoGP starts its first round in Europe.

Podcast

Brap Talk Podcast #87 – Ain’t No Fools

By Apex Radio Collective 04/21/2022 No Comments

Here comes another episode of the Brap Talk motorcycle podcast – out with another “weekly” show for your two-wheeled listening pleasure. Go ahead and give it a listen!

MotoGP

How New Technologies Have Changed the Face of MotoGP

By David Emmett 04/19/2022 5 Comments

The rapid pace of innovation and technology development in MotoGP is providing new challenges and interesting results for the 2022 season.

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The Supersport Segment Reboot – A Story About the Yamaha YZF-R9

By Jensen Beeler 06/28/2021 13 Comments

Yamaha effectively killed the supersport category, but now Iwata might be set to define its future, with the advent of the Yamaha YZF-R9 motorcycle.

The Genius & Blunder of the New Yamaha YZF-R7
05/24/2021 11 Comments
Looking at Some Interesting Financial Bits from Ducati
03/19/2021 4 Comments
The Foolishness of Resurrecting Buell Motorcycles
03/01/2021 14 Comments
Friday Is The Most Important Day Ever for Suzuki’s Future
02/03/2021 14 Comments

MotoGP

MotoGP

Suzuki Set to Leave MotoGP at the End of the 2022 Season

By David Emmett 05/02/2022 51 Comments

As the paddock packed up after the Jerez test on Monday, the bombshell news emerged that Suzuki is to withdraw from MotoGP at the end of the season.

MotoGP Preview of the Portuguese GP: A Fast & Flowing Track
04/22/2022
Paddock Pass Podcast Episode 273 – Portimão MotoGP Preview
04/21/2022
How New Technologies Have Changed the Face of MotoGP
04/19/2022
The 2022 MotoGP Silly Season: The Slow Burn Starts
04/19/2022

WSBK

WSBK

WorldSBK Unveils a New “SBK” Logo & Brand Identity

By Jensen Beeler 11/22/2021 2 Comments

Refreshing its brand for a more 21st century look, the WorldSBK Championship just debuted a new identity and “SBK” logo.

Paddock Pass Podcast Episode 246 – WorldSBK at Argentina
10/22/2021
A Closer Look at Kawasaki’s Retro WorldSBK Liveries
10/19/2021
Paddock Pass Podcast Episode 244 – WorldSBK at Portimão
10/12/2021
Chaz Davies Will Retire at the End of the 2021 WorldSBK Season
09/23/2021

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Mugen Is Finally Going Racing with its Electric Dirt Bike

By Jensen Beeler 01/18/2022 28 Comments

Iconic motorsport name M-TEC is set to go racing with its Mugen E.Rex electric dirt bike, in the new FIM E-Xplorer World Cup series.

Sam Sunderland Wins the 2022 Dakar Rally for GasGas (And KTM)
01/14/2022
Danilo Petrucci Wins Stage 5 of the Dakar Rally
01/06/2022
Danilo Petrucci Headed to MotoAmerica for the 2022 Season?
01/03/2022
Paddock Pass Podcast Episode 256 – Interview with Neil Hodgson
12/17/2021

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Gone Riding: Ducati Streetfighter V2

By Jensen Beeler 11/16/2021 60 Comments

We are in the Spanish city of Seville today, riding the new Ducati Streetfighter V2 to see how it compares to its V4 sibling, and whether is is the spiritual successor to the Ducati Streetfighter 1098.

What It’s Like to Ride the Aprilia Tuareg 660, A Review
11/11/2021
Gone Riding: Aprilia Tuareg 660
11/08/2021
Riding the BMW R18 B & BMW R18 Transcontinental, A Review
08/30/2021
Gone Riding: BMW R18 B & BMW R18 Transcontinental
08/26/2021

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Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV Tire Debuts for Sport Bike Riders

By Jensen Beeler 06/15/2021 11 Comments

The Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tire has debuted, promising a considerable performance increase over its popular predecessor, without affecting mileage.

Alpinestars Tech-Air 5 Adds “Race” Mode to Its Airbag Vest
03/18/2021
Airbag-Equipped Motorcycle Pants Are Coming Soon
12/17/2020
Alpinestars Tech-Air Off-Road Brings Airbags to Rally Racers
10/28/2020
Regina Just Built the First Maintenance-Free Motorcycle Chain
09/03/2020
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