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Marc versus Marc
Now Marquez is nudging his record. He has already equalled his tally of premier-class titles, although not all consecutive; but he adds two more in the smaller classes. The fellow Repsol Honda rider hasn’t yet matched Mick’s 54 premier-class race wins. Marquez has 45, and ano
Manufacturers are shifting their focus to SE Asia
“You find Ducatis in the most unusual places,” I told my dining companion in Phuket a week or so ago. “Five years ago I was travelling down the Irrawaddy River and was amazed to see a Ducati Monster being ridden down the main street of Mandalay.” “Oh, we have a Ducat
Grid Talk - Anthony West
Banned from FIM competition, Ant West kicked butt in the first round of Brazil’s Superbike championship, beating local legend Alex Barros by a whisker
Five HG-1 Pro battery-heated glove
The Five HG-1 Pro battery-heated glove has been revamped. Its heating system retains three heat levels adjusted via an easy-reach knob. The glove is made from a combination of goatskin and Cordura for optimum comfort and protection, and it has a weatherproof Hipora membrane and 4
Slinky Glide Emergency Cable Repair Kit
The Slinky Glide Emergency Cable Repair Kit contains two 160cm stainless steel bowden inner cables with soldered nipples (one 1.2mm diameter and one 2.00mm diameter), and seven nipple adapters packaged in a small travel-size container, ideal for the emergency repair of broken cab
The Nitro X582 Tribute Helmet
The Nitro X582 Tribute is an open- face helmet with a polycarbonate shell. It has a chrome and rubber aperture trim for a vintage look, a drop-down internal sun visor, plush lining with fitted cheek pads and a Micrometric buckle for an easy, comfortable and secure fit. Finished i
Where are they now? Doug Robson
An intimidating presence on any speedway oval
Metzeler Cruisetec Cassons
Metzeler’s new Cruisetec is designed to suit V-twin motorcycles. The rear features a bi-compound layout for traction and acceleration when cornering, while the front contour and tread are designed to offer immediate steering response. Fronts from $169.95; rears from $239.95. Ma
Unifilter Universal Pods
Unifilter Universal Pods, previously available in red or green, are now also available in black. The serviceable and reusable foam pod filters are available in more than 55 variations of size and angle, and are claimed to improve airflow. An optional second-stage sock can be adde
TD1: Yamaha’s first boy racer
When Yamaha introduced its first serious boy racer, the Yamaha TD1. Yes, some people laughed. But not for long.
MotoPRO bike lifts
The new range of MotoPRO bike lifts are now available. The 615PRO Air has a 450kg lift capacity, rear drop panel, rocker wheel clamp and comes with a loading ramp. Lowered height is 185mm while maximum raised height is 890mm. Available in Blue/ Black or Red/Black. Susp
Where are they now? Brendan Clarke
Brendan Clarke – the Aussie plucked out of class to race a 500cc GP bike