2014 Macau Motorcycle Grand Prix

Check out the video of the 48th running of the Macau Motorcycle Grand Prix.

great news website

2 wheelin' fans, yours truly has found a great news resource for all things about road racing on motorcycles.  I have cited articles from MCN: Motorcycle News UK before.  But, when you delve extensively into the website, you'll find tons of information on all sorts of racing.  Below, I am posting links, to all the different sections.  Check them out at your leisure.  I think you'll like what you see.  There are also sections on motorcycling as a hobby, and new bikes.

Go to the Sport section, to find anything to do with racing.  Here are all the individual sections, that you can click on.

All Sport
http://www.motorcyclenews.com/sport/

MotoGP
http://www.motorcyclenews.com/sport/motogp/

World Superbikes
http://www.motorcyclenews.com/sport/world-superbikes/

British Superbikes
http://www.motorcyclenews.com/sport/british-superbikes/

TT & road races
http://www.motorcyclenews.com/sport/tt-road-races/

MotoGP Classics: Laguna Seca, 2005

Lets go back a decade, and check out the 2005 edition of the MotoGP United States Grand Prix at Laguna Seca Raceway.  American riders Nicky Hayden and Colin Edwards, battle with the likes of Valentino Rossi, Max Biaggi, Sete Gibernau, and others.  Click on the link in the video, watch it on YouTube, and enjoy.

MotoGP in the media

Click over to this page.  There is a brief update as Alex Hofmann will move from Aprilia (having been a test rider for them for seven years), to KTM.  Hofmann will develop KTM's new MotoGP bike that is going to hit the series in 2017.

http://www.motogp.com/en/MotoGP+in+the+Media

MotoGP Classics: Barcelona Catalunya 2007

Another classic (yet more recent), MotoGP race, at the Circuit de Catalunya, featuring a duel between Valentino Rossi for Yamaha, and Casey Stoner for Ducati.  Check out the 2007 running of the Spanish Grand Prix.  Click over to YouTube, and watch the race.

Dunlop extends contract as Official Tyre Supplier to Moto 2 and Moto 3

Moto 2 and Moto 3 teams will continue to race using Dunlop tires for the foreseeable future.  A new deal was just signed with Dorna Sports that will make Dunlop the sole tire supplier for the two MotoGP feeder series.

http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/Dunlop+extends+renews+contract+as+Official+Tyre+Supplier+to+Moto2+and+Moto3

Rookies set to thrill and learn again in 2015

A large contingent of riders has assembled for what will be the ninth season of the Red Bull Rookies' Cup, to allow up and coming riders a chance to break into the big leagues of international motorcycle road racing.

http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/Rookies+set+to+thrill+and+learn+again+in+2015

2014 Ulster Grand Prix highlights

Check out these highlights of the Ulster Grand Prix.  Yes, it's those amazing Irish road racing motorcycle maniacs, riding bikes as only they can.  Fearless, on the limit, and, on a two lane country road, in a village!

http://www.motorsport.com/bike/video/main-gallery/ulster-grand-prix-2014-highlights

MotoGP news update

More news from the world of MotoGP during the off season.

Shell Advance Asia Talent Cup 2015 calendar announced
http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/Shell+Advance+Asia+Talent+Cup+2015+calendar+announced

Marquez brothers attend 2014 RACC Awards
http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/RACC+Motor+Sport+Awards

Hayden: My main objective for 2015 is to enjoy riding again
http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/Hayden+My+objective+for+2015+is+to+enjoy+riding+again

Rest required for Aleix Espargaro after knee ligament injury
http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2014/Aleix+Espargaro+injury+update

Changes for the FIM CEV Repsol 2015
http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/Changes+for+the+FIM+CEV+Repsol+2015

Grand Prix Commission approves 2016 electronics development process
http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/Grand+Prix+Commission+approves+2016+electronics+development+process

Laverty on joining Aspar and preparing for 2015
http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/Laverty+An+opportunity+I+have+been+waiting+a+long+time+for

more coverage wrapping up the Superprestigio event

AMA Pro Racing's website has a few more wrap up insights on the Superprestigio event.  Check out these stories from the website's Flat Track section.

Shayna Texter poised to take next step in her career, starting with Superprestigio appearance
http://www.amaproracing.com/ft/news/index.cfm?cid=61889

Mees, Marquez, thrill international audience in Superprestigio flat track event
http://www.amaproracing.com/ft/news/index.cfm?cid=61891

Social Soundoff: Wrapping up thoughts from this weekend's Superprestigio
http://www.amaproracing.com/ft/news/index.cfm?cid=61904

Making headlines: Roundup of coverage of the Superprestigio
http://www.amaproracing.com/ft/news/index.cfm?cid=61909

Back home, Mees, Texter, and Baker give their thoughts on the Superprestigio
http://www.amaproracing.com/ft/news/index.cfm?cid=61917

Yes, that's a Lamborghini V12 in a motorcycle

Prepare for your jaw to hit the floor, when you see, THIS.

http://www.roadandtrack.com/car-culture/videos/a24546/this-hero-put-a-lamborghini-v12-in-a-motorcycle/

Swedish racer breaks record for fastest motorcycle wheelie on ice

A 100 meter wheelie, on a production based racing motorcycle, on ice.  Watch this!  Absolutely amazing.

http://www.visordown.com/motorcycle-news-videos/swedish-racer-breaks-record-for-fastest-motorcycle-wheelie-on-ice/26023.html

Emotional Marquez responds to Andorra critics

Marc Marquez gave an emotional speech to critics, explaining why he will move to Andorra, but also clarifying that he will continue to pay taxes in his native Spain.

http://www.crash.net/motogp/news/212571/1/emotional-marquez-responds-to-andorra-critics.html

Lorenzo triumphs in Abu Dhabi endurance event

Jorge Lorenzo has proven he is just as good on four wheels as he is on two, winning the Gentleman Trophy category in this past weekend's 12 Hours of Abu Dhabi GT race at Yas Marina circuit in Abu Dhabi, sharing a Ferrari 458 Italia with Liam Talbot, Marco Zannuttini, and Jacques Duyver.

http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2014/Lorenzo+shines+in+the+endurance+test+in+Abu+Dhabi

Mees, Marquez thrill international audiences in Superprestigio flat track event

Even more coverage of the Superprestigio event from last weekend, as the AMA Pro Racing website, has a story about it in their Flat Track racing coverage section.

http://www.amaproracing.com/ft/news/index.cfm?cid=61891

MotoGP Classics: Catalunya 1997

Click over to YouTube, and watch another classic 500cc Grand Prix race.  This is the thirteenth round of the 1997 500cc world championship, at Catalunya in Barcelona, Spain, in 1997.

2000 FIM 500cc Australian Grand Prix at Philip Island

More MotoGP memories.  Watch a three-way fight for the win in the 2000 Australian Grand Prix 500cc main event, between three Italian riders who would later become legends of the sport.  Loris Capirossi, Valentino Rossi, and, Max Biaggi.

500cc Grand Prix, Donington Park, England 1989

Another classic motorcycle race.  This is the 1989 British Grand Prix 500cc race at Donington Park in Leicestershire, England.

more MotoGP news

Some of the latest off track (and on track) headlines, from the world of MotoGP, including the dirt track Superprestigio event in Barcelona, Spain.

Tech3's Espargaro meets ecstatic Indonesian fans
http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2014/Tech3s+Espargaro+meets+ecstatic+Indonesian+fans

Lorenzo to participate in endurance event in Abu Dhabi
http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2014/endurance+race+for+lorenzo+in+Abu+Dhabi

Baz helmet being auctioned for Alessia Polita foundation
http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/Baz+helmet+being+auctioned+for+Alessia+Polita+foundation

Marquez on move to Andorra
http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/marc+marquez+on+his+relocation+to+Andorra

...and last, but certainly not least, here is the preview of the Superprestigio event in Barcelona.

All set for Superprestigio DTX Barcelona 2014  Hint.  Click the link to watch the video on YouTube.

Bruce Anstey breaks the Isle of Man TT Superbike lap record

Take a wild ride with multiple champion of the Isle of Man TT, Bruce Anstey, as he breaks the lap record on the legendary course for Superbikes.  Anstey is one of the riders who has become a legend on the Isle of Man in recent years.  They call him, "Bruce Almighty" for a reason.  Hold on tight for this one.  Anstey and his Honda Fireblade motorcycle absolutely fly.

500cc Grand Prix: Assen, 1992

In the coming days and weeks, yours truly will revisit some of the classic MotoGP races from years gone by.  Both from the 500cc Grand Prix era, and the MotoGP era.  Let's start with the 1992 Dutch TT at Assen in Holland.  You will be able to watch the video, via YouTube.  Click on the link, when you open the video.  More classic MotoGP races, soon, folks.

Cortese reviews 2014 and looks ahead to forthcoming season

Read this interview, with 2012 Moto 3 champion, Sandro Cortese, of Germany, who moved up to the Moto 2 division this past season.

http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/Cortese+reviews+2014+and+looks+ahead+to+forthcoming+season

Sic Supermoto Day 2014: Dovizioso finishes second on Saturday

Read all about the annual Sic Supermoto Day, to honor the late, great MotoGP rider, Marco Simoncelli.  There were several races, and rememberances of Simoncelli, as well as Doriano Romboni, a Grand Prix motorcycle racer who was tragically killed at the Supermoto Day, last year.  Rest In Peace Marco Simoncelli, and Doriano Romboni. 

http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2014/Sic+Supermoto+Day+2014

2015 Isle of Man TT Preview

It is not even the new year yet, and here we are, already anticipating the 2015 Isle of Man TT.  But, check out the preview.  This is very moving.

MotoGP in the media

Go HERE to find out some of the stories aired in other print media about MotoGP. 

http://www.motogp.com/en/MotoGP+in+the+Media

Some of these, are from when the season was still underway, while others, are more recent.  Take note of the story from MCN (Motorcycle News), about Marc Marquez wanting his brother Alex (who is this year's Moto 3 champion), to be his team mate.

Miller: 'The greatest experience I've had on a motorbike'

An interview with Jack Miller, after his shoulder injury that was updated in the latest news briefing.  He says he was amazed by riding a MotoGP bike for the first time.

http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2014/Miller+The+greatest+experience+Ive+had+on+a+motorbike

MotoGP news

Another update from all three classes of MotoGP competition, as we look ahead, and gear up for 2015.

Danny Kent on 2014, new challenge and Moto 2 agreement
http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2014/Danny+Kent+on+2014+new+challenge+and+Moto2+agreement

Brad Binder's 'golden opportunity' in 2015
http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2014/Brad+Binders+golden+opportunity+in+2015

*A story that is a few weeks old, but is still worth mentioning.

Jimenez opens new chapter as crew chief to Kallio
http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/Jimenez+to+Moto2+with+Italtrans+racing

Honda to continue to power Moto 2 racing through 2018
http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2014/Honda+to+continue+to+power+Moto2+racing+through+2018

Brivio: 'We have two motivated and ambitious riders'
http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/Davide+Brivio+interview

*Some incentive, to maybe include more coverage of the FIM CEV Repsol series, next year.

A new FIM CEV Repsol in 2015
http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/A+new+FIM+CEV+Repsol+in+2015

Miller undergoes shoulder surgery in Barcelona
http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2014/Miller+undergoes+shoulder+surgery+in+Barcelona

Petrucci: 'I'm happy to be back with Ducati'
http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/Danilo+Petrucci+interview

*More incentive, for covering the junior championships as the Shell Advance Asia Talent Cup 2015 lineup can be found, HERE:

Shell Advance Asia Talent Cup 2015 rider line-up announced
http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2015/Shell+Advance+Asia+Talent+Cup+2015+rider+lineup+announced

1993 MotoGP 500cc Year In Review

Let's take a look at the entire season of 1993 in 500cc Grand Prix motorcycle racing.

1993 FIM European Grand Prix

Another MotoGP flashback.  This is actually during the remarkable 500cc World Grand Prix era.  All three major classes at that time, (125cc, 250cc, and the awesome 500cc motorcycles), are represented.  The 1993 running of the European Grand Prix at Circuit de Catalunya in Barcelona, Spain.  Check it out.

Lorenzo: 'I can fight Marquez in 2015'

Jorge Lorenzo has renewed optimism that next year, he can fight Marc Marquez for the MotoGP World Championship. 

http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2014/Lorenzo+I+can+fight+Marquez+in+2015