Dorna Sports has selected two riders from the 2021 Northern Talent Cup grid to make the next step on the Road to MotoGP™. Czech rider Jakub Gurecky, who won the crown this season, and two-time runner up Lorenz Luciano, from Belgium, will both compete in the 2022 Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup as Dorna’s selected riders. In addition, Idemitsu Asia Talent Cup rider Fadillah Aditama has also been chosen by Dorna to compete in the series next season.
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Florent Ménégaux, CEO of Michelin: “We are very happy with the results we’ve obtained since Michelin’s return to MotoGP, and today we have, logically, extended our partnership with Dorna Sports. We are particularly proud of the technological progress made with our products, as well as the many records broken together with our partners. This Championship offers fans a captivating spectacle, and it’s accessible via digital platforms unparalleled in motorsport. Being a partner of MotoGP therefore represents a valuable opportunity for Michelin to engage the public and players across the discipline in its vision, brand, tyres and innovation. For Michelin, motorsport is a laboratory that encourages the transfer of its expertise and sustainable solutions for the benefit of everyone. “
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Aprilia continued showing form at Aragon, and will expect to carry that on at Misano. Aleix Espargaro (Aprilia Racing Team Gresini) took fourth and was top Independent Team rider, which may not be another history-making milestone like Silverstone, but it’s still their second best result in the MotoGP™ era. So the momentum rolls on, and Misano is familiar turf as well as home for the Noale factory. Maverick Viñales, new to the ranks, also has a few more laps round the venue on his new RS-GP, as it’s where he got the first taste. A winner last year at the track too, can he take a step forward? Lorenzo Savadori will also make it three Aprilias on the grid as he returns in a wildcard with Aprilia Racing.
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Three decades after its inception, the company operates from two high-tech sites in Slovenia, with over 1,400 employees. Its headquarters are in Ivančna Gorica, where the racing department is located, and the entire production process, from tube making to final assembly, takes place at Črnomelj.
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‘Diggia’, meanwhile, evidently has shown speed at the track but this season has seen the Italian’s early charge take a dip in the middle. The last two races have seen him back in the top six though, so can he get back in the fight for the podium? And what can the likes of Aron Canet (Inde Aspar Team) and Jorge Navarro (+Ego Speed Up) do on the Boscoscuro? Ogura, too, remains on a solid roll. The Japanese rider is less than a race win’s worth of points off the top five overall is on a good run of top tens, including that first podium.
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If Foggia is to continue making big gains, he’ll also want to defeat Sergio Garcia (Gaviota GASGAS Aspar Team) too, which is no mean feat when the Spaniard is on it. Unfortunately, he came off it at MotorLand and lost the chance to home in on Acosta, but he’s the other rider with multiple wins so far this year and still has a little cushion back to Foggia, such was the deficit before. Can he, and teammate Izan Guevara, bother the podium fight again?
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Kawasaki Motors Australia have revealed a revamped website, as the brand unifies their websites across much of the globe, making it easier than ever to check out the whole range and find out anything you need to know.
All the features we love remain, including the Australia specific features, like finding your local dealer or test ride location, the full learner (LAMS) approved range for new riders, the ability to compare models, check for recalls and input your postcode to get a ride-away price specific to your area. That means no scouring the internet to try and figure out official pricing.
Naturally there’s plenty more there to check out, including model information, the latest Kawasaki news stories, racing news, general Kawasaki information and much more.
You can browse the full range of motorcycles (or ATVs, SxS and watercraft) via an elegant drop down which groups the models by family and shows an image for each, allowing direct access to the bike pages without having to navigate through multiple pages. The category pages meanwhile offer an overview of all the models in each, if you’re not sure what you’re after.
A landing page features a banner with the biggest news, while current offers and promotions are the next item on display, ensuring you don’t miss any deals. You’ll also find links to the apparel and accessory range if you scroll further down.
That makes for a clean, easy to use and access website, whether you’re on a mobile or computer. Check out the Kawasaki Motors Australia website at www.kawasaki.com.au.
Source: MCNews.com.au
Australia is the second-most saturated market for Ducati ownership in the world, so the company pays a lot of attention to its Aussie customers.
That means there are more Aussie Ducati owners per head of population than anywhere in the world outside of Italy.
Consequently, the Bologna company showed a lot of respect for the Australian importers NF Importers (Frasers) over the years.
This was demonstrated by the fact that a Monster 659 was produced years ago specifically to comply with our learner-approved motorcycle scheme (LAMS).
The 659 is now a popular staple of their Monster line-up.
In 2020, Ducati took over direct importing of their bikes into Australian and New Zealand.
At the time, new subsidiary boss Sergi Canovas told us his first priority would be to make sure that dealer network is operating properly with training and communication and their presence in the market was maximised.
To this end, Ducati is expanding its dealer network with a second Melbourne dealership in January 2022 with the addition of Ducati Melbourne West at Essendon Fields, operated by the Preston Motors Group.
PMG is one of the longest established motor vehicle retailers in Australia and has an existing and relationship with Porsche which is part of the Volkswagen Group which includes Ducati.
Ducati Melbourne West will stock the entire Ducati and Ducati Scrambler range of motorcycles, all Ducati spares and accessories, and provide after-sales services with trained technical personnel.
Sergi says PMG’s long association with Porsche gave him confidence in their ability to “deliver the passion, experience and expertise that reflects the global Ducati dealer network”.
“With a large and passionate community of Ducatisti existing in Melbourne, we once again prove that we are committed to seeing the community continue to grow with the addition of a key state of the art dealership,” he says.
PMG boss Robert Gattereder says he is also a passionate motorcyclist.
“I am thrilled to introduce motorcycles to our organisation and I very much look forward to enjoying the passion that exists within the Ducati family and community. Our aim is to make it a flagship site in Victoria and a destination for Ducatisti”.
Source: MotorbikeWriter.com
No sooner has Apple announced its new iPhone 13 with an improved camera than accessories companies such as Quad Lock and Mujjo have announced accessories that will interest riders.
Quad Lock says you can order cases now for their handlebar-mounted units while touchscreen glove specialists Mujjo have also developed leather cases.
iPhone 13 will be available in four versions, all of which feature a new camera, a “powerhouse chip,” 5G connectivity and better battery life.
There are several features of the new iPhone 13 that riders should welcome.
Even the two base models come with exclusive-to-iPhone Ceramic Shield protective coating, so they should be better protected from damage when they fall off your handlebar mount or out of your jacket pocket.
And you won’t need the waterproof covering if you mount them on your handlebars with a Quad Lock, RAM or other mounting device as they are IP68 waterproof.
That means they can be submerged under 1.5 m of water for half an hour, so they should withstand a heavy downpour while riding.
They also have a much brighter Super Retina XDR display with high contrast and a 28% increase in maximum outdoor brightness so you can easily see your navigation directions while riding.
Australian-designed Quad Lock iPhone 13 cases will cost $A34.95 and begin shipping later this month.
You can also get a waterproof poncho for $A29.95, and a tempered glass screen protector, but as we have pointed out, you may not need either since the new phone is better protected.
The case mounts directly to their clever and secure Quadlock system which you can now get with an attachment to power the phone via a cable or with a wireless charger.
Meanwhile, touchscreen glove specialists Mujjo have also developed leather cases for the iPhone 13 so you don’t have to remove your gloves to access the screen.
Of all the touchscreen gloves we have used, these are the best, although they are not armoured for rider protection, but they do plan to introduce motorcycle-specific gloves soon.
Mujjo say their craftsman-made leather cases come with added protection on the bottom and a raised bezel around the rear camera to protect the protruding lenses against scratches from abrasive surfaces.
Source: MotorbikeWriter.com
The Tuning Fork brand drives a hard bargain with its fun and affordable 2021 MT-07 naked bike ($7,699). Updated this model year (read the 2021 Yamaha MT-07 First Look Preview article), we go for a ride on it and sum up its capability in this video review. For more content on this streetbike check out the 2021 Yamaha MT-07 MC Commute Review article and video. Also take a peek at the MT-07′s sister model, in the 2022 Yamaha YZF-R7 MC Commute Review and 2022 Yamaha YZF-R7 Review articles and videos.
Related: 2021 Yamaha MT-09 MC Commute Review
Gear Box
Helmet: Arai Regent-X
Jacket: Saint Unbreakable Denim Shearling Collar
Pant: Saint Unbreakable
Gloves: Racer Guide
Boots: TCX X-Cube Air
Related: Yamaha Builds A Better Triumph – 2021 MT-09 Review
2021 Yamaha MT-07 Technical Specifications and Price
| Price: | $7,699 |
| Engine: | 689cc, DOHC, liquid-cooled parallel twin; 4 valves/cyl. |
| Bore x Stroke: | 80.0 x 68.6mm |
| Compression Ratio: | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Delivery: | Fuel injection |
| Clutch: | Wet, multiplate |
| Transmission/Final Drive: | 6-speed/chain |
| Frame: | Steel trellis |
| Front Suspension: | 41mm telescopic fork; 5.1 in. travel |
| Rear Suspension: | Single shock, preload and rebound damping adjustable; 5.1 in. travel |
| Front Brakes: | Dual 298mm discs w/ ABS |
| Rear Brake: | 245mm disc w/ ABS |
| Wheels, Front/Rear: | Cast aluminum |
| Tires, Front/Rear: | Michelin Road 5; 120/70-17 / 180/55-17 |
| Seat Height: | 31.7 in. |
| Fuel Capacity: | 3.7 gal. |
| Claimed Wet Weight: | 406 lb. |
| Warranty: | 1-year limited factory warranty |
| Available: | January 2021 |
| Contact: | yamahamotorsports.com |
Source: MotorCyclistOnline.com
