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Jorge Lorenzo wins the Monster Energy Grand Prix de France
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Jorge Lorenzo bagged the Le Mans MotoGp World Championship marking his second victory of the season and extended his world championship lead to nine points. Teammate Rossi secured second position while Honda rider Andrea Dovizioso finished the podium positions.
Even though Rossi had a super start after starting from pole, he couldn’t hold on to it for too long as his teammate Lorenzo managed to slip past without much difficulty only to ride with unmatched skill to maintain a four second lead to keep his position right till the end.
Last few laps saw much excitement and a constant battle between the two Honda teammates and Ducati rider Nicky Hayden. Pedrosa, who tried hard to hold on to third for a long time made some crucial mistakes to first let teammate Dovizioso go past and then letting Hayden go in for fourth only to finish fifth himself.
Didn’t turn out to be a good race for Casey Stoner as the Ducati ace rider crashed out at Turn 6, after the second lap itself making this his second non-finish of the season. Soon after that Monster Yamaha Tech3 rider Ben Spies race was over because of a mechanical failure and Capirossi (Rizla Suzuki) also went down to interrupt his race.
Pos Rider Team Time/Gap 1. Jorge Lorenzo Yamaha 44m29.114s 2. Valentino Rossi Yamaha + 5.672s 3. Andrea Dovizioso Honda + 7.872s 4. Nicky Hayden Ducati + 9.346s 5. Dani Pedrosa Honda + 12.613s 6. Marco Melandri Gresini Honda + 21.918s 7. Randy de Puniet LCR Honda + 29.288s 8. Hector Barbera Aspar Ducati + 33.128s 9. Aleix Espargaro Pramac Ducati + 33.493s 10. Marco Simoncelli Gresini Honda + 33.805s 11. Hiroshi Aoyama Interwetten Honda + 34.346s 12. Colin Edwards Tech 3 Yamaha + 37.123s 13. Mika Kallio Pramac Ducati + 55.061s Retirements: Loris Capirossi Suzuki 6 laps Ben Spies Tech 3 Yamaha 6 laps Casey Stoner Ducati 2 laps
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Norton Commando – The Essential Buyer’s Guide
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THERE are lots of books about the Norton Commando; about its history, performance, lineage, and the minutiae of its specification. But none of them will tell you what to look for when buying one secondhand. That’s what this book is about – it is a straightforward, practical guide to buying a used Commando. It doesn’t list all the correct colour combinations for each year, or analyse the bike’s design philosophy, or consider its background as part of a troubled industry – there are excellent books listed at the end of this one that do all of that – but it will help you avoid buying a dud.
Point by point, it takes the reader through everything that needs looking at when buying a Commando, plus spares prices, which is the best model to buy for your needs, and a look at auctions, restorations and paperwork.
So don’t buy a Commando without buying this book first!
Having this book in your pocket is just like having a real marque expert by your side. Benefit from Peter Henshaw’s years of experience; learn how to spot a bad Norton Commando quickly, and how to assess a promising one like a professional.
These bikes are the last of the ‘classic’ Nortons, and remain collector’s items, and many have been saved, restored and returned to the road in superb condition. This book, which is available now from bookshops or www.velocebooks.com , will show you how to get the right bike at the right price.
Available now.
UK ￡9.99, USA $19.95
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SUZUKI TEST RIDES AT BMF SHOW
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The long-running BMF (British Motorcyclists Federation) Show returns this weekend (15-16 May) at The East of England Showground in Peterborough, where the wide variety of visitor attractions and exhibitor stands will include local Suzuki dealer, Stamford Superbikes, who will have a selection of current Suzuki models available for test rides.
The annual festival offers something for all visitors over the weekend, with a stunning line up of arena entertainment planned for this year, including performances from Jason Smyth – The Adrenaline Tour, Moped Enduro, The Stanage International stunt display team and the Cavalcade of Clubs.
Stamford Superbikes will be at the heart of the action with a large selection of Suzukis available for test rides throughout the weekend, from the mighty Hayabusa and the entire GSX-R range – celebrating its 25th anniversary this year – to the versatile Burgman 400 for something a little different. Also on the Stamford stand will be a Suzuki parts and accessories section, with the latest clothing range on display.
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Hamann BMW 5-Series GT
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The tuners at Hamann have once again shown their true liking for BMW as Hamann Motorsports has added many new accessories and modifications to the BMW 5-series GT.
The already striking looking Gran Turismo now sports a more powerful appearance. Hamann Motorsport stated that “the crossover between a comfortably spacious SUV and an elegant limousine into one of the most exclusive multi-purpose vehicles in the luxury class.”
This new kit includes a front spoiler, side skirts and a sporty rear spoiler. The car sits on 22-inch Anniversary EVO wheels and while the air suspension-lowering module is added, it also gets four stailnless steel exhaust pipes.
The 5-Series GT gets aluminum pedals and black floor mats with a silver Hamann inscription.
The 530d GT has been tuned to deliver a total of 275 hp and 620 Nm of torque at 1750 rpm which is achieved after an impressive increase of 30 horsepower and a total of 80 Nm of torque.
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Motocorse reveals Ducati Monster 1100 Titanium
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Motocorse is a company that believes in improving perfection and guess what, they just did that.
Motocorse is an Italian company that specializes in production of special motorcycle parts for sportbikes and their latest creation is The Ducati Monster 1100 Titanium.
While Motocorse made sure that this Ducati Monster got some serious technical upgrades, they did not forget about the style quotient either. The biggest factor here is the amount of weight that has been shed to make the Monster lighter to only go faster. This unique model has a black and red finish, titanium elements and carbon fiber parts that have reduced the weight by 156 kg.
Now when these guys talk about changing parts in a motorcycle, they are very serious about their job.
Not a just a handful of replacements have taken place, but more than 60 components have been changed the Titanium Ducati from the standard version.
There’s a titanium exhaust called the Motocorse Evoluzione 54 mm and the brake discs are made up of composite ceramic Sicom and measure 320×6mm, which are paired with Brembo racing calipers and titanium pistons on Motocorse 43 mm CNC radial mounts.
Modifications with the engine have resulted in performance figures to go up from 95 horsepower and 103 Nm torque to 102.6 hp and 113 Nm of torque. The Marchesini forged aluminum wheels, the slipper clutch, the titanium screws and Motocorse billet adjustable foot rests have also played a part in weight reduction of the Titanium Ducati 1100.
After all of this Motocorse gives you a choice of two levels of customization. The first kit is called One Full Upgrade Kit that offers everything upto 80 components and then there’s the second option Two Standard Upgrade Kit that includes only seven special parts.
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Suzuki celebrates 50 years of Isle of Man
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As the Suzuki Motor Corporation get set to celebrate 50 years of International racing at this year’s Isle of Man TT races – the venue where it all began in 1960, the Japanese manufacturer has announced another ’first’ on the Island, with the news that Loris Capirossi’s GSV-R MotoGP bike will take a lap of the famous TT course – the first ever MotoGP machine to lap the 37.73 mile course.
Announced earlier this week, the same Suzuki GSV-R800 that took Loris Capirossi to his 300th grand prix race at the opening round of the 2010 world championship at Qatar in April, will be piloted by 2008 TT winner Cameron Donald after the senior race on Friday 11th June, with Loris joining the Suzuki parade beforehand on a GSX-R1000.
With the GSV-R lap the crescendo activity in a week of celebrations, this year’s TT looks set to be owned by Suzuki, with a host of events and attractions taking place throughout race week of the famous festival.
With Suzuki GSX-R1000s the chosen marshal bikes for this year’s event, thanks to Suzuki GB becoming the official TT manufacturer partner, fans will get ample opportunity to revel in the brands 50th anniversary with events happening all over the Island.
As the Relentless Suzuki by TAS team fly the flag on the roads with Cameron Donald and Bruce Anstey, Suzuki is pleased to confirm a special exhibition with the Manx Museum, as well as backing of the famous Ramsey Sprint events on Sunday 6th and Tuesday 8th June, the Laxey Motorcycle Show on 10th June and the Suzuki parade on the final day of TT fortnight with an all- star cast of men and machines present.
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Honda’s new concept : Li Nian Everus Sedan
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The Beijing International Auto Show is going full swing, and Honda has unveiled its new concept sedan planned for the Chinese market there. Li Nian Everus is the name of this concept and it is the by-product of Honda and its Chinese partner Guangqi Honda Automobile.
Except the fact that the Everus is a concept designed for the Chinese market, not much is still known about the car. However, the concept has an uncanny resemblance with the City while the traditional front and rear end reminds us of the Acura.
Honda stated that the mass-production of the model would be launched at GuangzhouMotor Show scheduled at the end of this year.
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Ducati introduces Monster 796
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Ducati had introduced another Monster to its family. Monster 796 is the latest middleweight addition to Ducati and it will be slotted between the bulky 1100 and the entry level 696 making it both user friendly and sporty. The new Monster 796 will use the same engine as the Hypermotard 796 delivering close to 87hp though this engine will have more torque.
The Monster 796 is fitted with the micro-bikini fairing and single seat cover as standard and features a new seat designed with a comfort-enhancing shape, further accentuated with stylish red stitching. Additional new features also include a rear sub-frame constructed ready to accept new accessory grab-handles designed to provide a confidence-inspiring grip for the passenger, while blending into the natural line of the tail-end.
There have been few changes in the riding position with the riding seat ride has been re-positioned and the handlebars have been raised. Ducati claims that these changes along with a re-designed seat shape are supposed to increse comfort and improve posture.
Ducati has been disappointed with the sales of the Monster 1100 so it is assumed that the pricing for the Monster 796 will be quite attractive.
Chances are that new Monster 796 might be priced the same as the 796 Hypermotard.
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Kawasaki’s New Limited Edition Models
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Kawasaki has brought out five new special editions; aVN900 Classic cruiser, a ZX-6R, ZZR1400, Z750 and a ZX-10R which will be available in May.
All of the bikes have been specified with a host of extras, which are then bundled together, and the total amount has been discounted over what they would cost separately. The package is also available at a price that is lower than the total amount of the extra features.
The Kawasaki VN900 Classic Light Tour Edition adds leather panniers plus pannier brackets to the VN900 Classic, as well as a windscreen and fork leg wind deflectors, all official Kawasaki accessories that come with a two-year guarantee.
All these accessories added up would cost £1,000, but the motorcycle manufacturer only adds £800 to the cost of the bike to take it to £7,400.
“We’ve witnessed exceptional interest in our genuine accessories, not just for their design fit and finish, but also because they carry a valuable two year Kawasaki warranty. Now we are ready to roll out these five new accessorized Limited Edition machines at a price many will find attractive. We think the combination of such a high specifications at such competitive retail price points will make these Special Edition models really popular,” Sales and Marketing Manager for Kawasaki Motors UK Michael Johnstone said in a release.The ZX-10R and ZX-6R are both available on 0% finance offers over three years with £99 deposit, which unfortunately does not apply to the VN900.The five new special editions will be available at nationwide dealerships starting May
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World Superbike Championship – Biaggi Takes Two!
by Aman Chaudhry4 Comments
The Portimao circuit at Portugal saw an action packed weekend at the second round of World Superbike Championship.
Max Biaggi of team Aprilia Alitalia Racing bagged first position in both the exciting races after an intense battle with Suzuki rider Leon Haslam.
Those who saw will know what an exciting race it was, with the two riders constantly changing positions on the track. Biaggi only managed this tight victory by 0.200sec in the first and 0.191sec in the second race.
Though Haslam still has maximum points (85) as he dominated the entire weekend, Biaagi comes close with 69 points.
The next race weekend for WSB is going to take place in Valencia.
For those who missed it, Click here to watch the highlights of the race.
Race One results:1. Max Biaggi (ITA) Aprilia
2. Leon Haslam (GBR) Suzuki
3. Jonathan Rea (IRL) Honda
4. Carlos Checa (SPA) Ducati
5. Leon Camier (GBR) Aprilia
6. Shane Byrne (GBR) Ducati
7. James Toseland (GBR) Yamaha
8. Nori Haga (JPN) Ducati
9. Troy Corser (AUS) BMW
10. Ruben Xaus (SPA) BMWRace Two results:
1. Max Biaggi (ITA) Aprilia
2. Leon Haslam (GBR) Suzuki
3. Cal Crutchlow (GBR) Yamaha
4. Carlos Checa (SPA) Ducati
5. Leon Camier (GBR) Aprilia
6. James Toseland (GBR) Yamaha
7. Shane Byrne (GBR) Ducati
8. Nori Haga (JPN) Ducati
9. Sylvain Guintoli (FRA) Suzuki
10. Troy Corser (AUS) BMWFor further information visit WSB official websit: http://www.worldsbk.com/en/home.html
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