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Oct 22 2024 October 22, 2024 October 22, 2024 by Gerard

The History Of Superbike Championships

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The History Of Superbike Championships – Here’s a brief history of the Modified Production Motorcycle Championship and the riders who made it great

The Superbike World Championship as we know it today began in the United States in the early 1970s. The first “Superbike Production” race, as it was called back then, was held in 1973 as a side event to the races held at Laguna Seca in California. The new category received national recognition in 1976.

The History Of Superbike Championships

Very little was known about these races at the time outside of a circle of insiders and die-hard fans. Competitors were the maximum of today, such as Honda CB750F and VF750F, Suzuki GS1000 and Kawasaki KZ1000. The bikes were modified to deliver 140 hp but the setup was clearly standard production. They ran without fairings and with big handlebars and they were in great shape.

Motorcycle History: 500cc

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Sep 20 2024 September 20, 2024 September 20, 2024 by Gerard

The Psychology Of Superbike Riding: What Drives Enthusiasts

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The Psychology Of Superbike Riding: What Drives Enthusiasts – A motorcycle offers one of the most powerful experiences we can participate in, a paradoxical state of flying through the landscape, yet completely still. Anyone who has ridden a motorcycle for the first time says it is one of the most memorable things they have ever experienced. Riding a motorcycle is like having a superpower, yet still feeling like you’re human.

Studies have shown that riding a motorcycle has an impact on our mental health. Acceleration surges, road turns and sharp turns stimulate adrenaline and send dopamine (a neurotransmitter that controls pleasure) to the brain.

The Psychology Of Superbike Riding: What Drives Enthusiasts

The riding ritual is a form of meditation, a heightened level of mindfulness, and an intimate connection to freedom. Every part of the ride is connected to the road, the surroundings, and possible elements of nature. Danger becomes … Read the rest


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Sep 01 2024 September 1, 2024 September 1, 2024 by Gerard

The Best Overtakes In Motogp History

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The Best Overtakes In Motogp History – The new Agostini Fan Award gives you the chance to vote for the best overhaul of the season!

From 2022, a new annual award will be presented at the end of the season’s FIM ™ Awards: the Agostini Fan Award. Named after ™ Legend Giacomo Agostini, the award is for the best overhaul of the past year and is voted for by fans. It will be presented to the winning rider at the FIM ™ Awards on Sunday evening at the season finale.

The Best Overtakes In Motogp History

There are four nominations for the Agostini Award, and the overhauls are nominated from the past calendar year, not just the season. In 2022, this means that overhauls from the 2021 Valencia GP to the 2022 Malaysian GP have been considered and fans will soon be able to vote for their favorite on social … Read the rest


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Jul 28 2024 July 28, 2024 July 28, 2024 by Gerard

Motogp Rider Profiles

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Motogp Rider Profiles – Jack Miller, Maverick Vinales and Alex Rins aim to do what Valentino Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo failed to do.

2024 promises to be an exciting year of exciting ™ action. Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati Lenovo Team) is looking to make it three championships in a row, a feat not seen since Marc Marquez’s four-year reign ended in 2019 with just two championships™.

Motogp Rider Profiles

Marc Marquez, now with Gresini Racing, is aiming to reclaim his throne, while Jorge Martin (Prima Pramac Racing) is looking to go one better than his second-place finish in the championship in 2023. If either Marquez or Martin wins, it will be the first championship in history. ™ was won by an individual team player.

Honda And Yamaha Go Private Testing At Mugello

A three-horse race to win with three different manufacturers is the attraction. Jack Miller (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing), … Read the rest


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Jun 15 2024 June 15, 2024 June 15, 2024 by Gerard

The Best Endurance Racing Documentaries To Watch

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The Best Endurance Racing Documentaries To Watch – Endurance Porsche is trying to win back-to-back 24-hour races at Le Mans and Nürburgring.

Trying to win the 24 hour sports car endurance race is tough. Trying to score two wins in eight days is enough to give most racing teams nightmares.

The Best Endurance Racing Documentaries To Watch

Still, Porsche attempted to tackle the 2019 Le Mans and Nurburgring 24 Hours more than a week apart.

Want To Go Endurance Racing In 2024?

The story of how Porsche survived such a huge challenge is told in a new documentary simply titled.

Now available to watch for free on YouTube. It will also be available on Amazon Prime from April 3.

Drivers, mechanics and team principals will learn how to coordinate the demands of two very closely related major races.

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May 31 2024 May 31, 2024 May 31, 2024 by Gerard

The Best Motocross Tires For Different Terrains

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The Best Motocross Tires For Different Terrains – All Styles Recreation Pure Sport Utility Mud Hard Pack Loose Loose Over Hard Medium Wet Race Comfort Sports Training Urban Urban Commuter Racing Dirt Flat Park Street Vert Cruiser Trial Blue Groove Cross Country Desert Highway Terrain Intermediate Motocross MX Rocky Sand Snow Soft Terrain Flat Track All Terrain Road Extreme Terrain Cross Dual Track Soft Hard Commuter Scooter Sport Crossover Performance Eco Mud Terrain Extreme Rally Gravel Turf Concession Asphalt Concrete XC (Cross Country) Trail Enduro Downhill Fat/Plus Gravity

A staple of the Maxxcross lineup, IT is known for being extremely long-lasting. Excellent value for the hardcore pro motocrosser or grizzled weekend warrior enduro rider.

The Best Motocross Tires For Different Terrains

Designed for use on soft terrain, the MX-SM is the go-to tire for both AMA Motocross and MXGP.

How To Choose The Right Tires For The Right Conditions

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