Rossi, a three-time winner at Misano, is expecting a tougher weekend than what the riders faced a month ago on the Adriatic coast, as conditions are set to be cooler. The aim for The Doctor during his Italian farewell weekend is to try and be more competitive than he has been, and while a win or a podium seems unfortunately unrealistic for Rossi, his team and his fans, a solid points-scoring ride will signal a successful weekend for the 42-year-old.
Source: MotoGP.com – Read Full Article Here
Yamaha has announced it will donate $30,000 in funding to All Kids Bike programs in Georgia and California, supporting six full learn-to-ride programs in the two states.
All Kids Bike was started by the Strider Education Foundation and it seeks to develop learn-to-ride programs in kindergartens across the country, incorporating bicycle riding lessons into PE programs to help kids develop confidence, balance, mobility, and exercise.
“Research shows approximately seventy-five percent of kids won’t even ride a bicycle one time this year,” said Ryan McFarland, All Kids Bike founder, in a Yamaha press release. “We believe it’s critical for the future of our kids and our communities to change that stat, so All Kids Bike is on a mission to teach every kid in America how to ride a bike in kindergarten PE class. We share a common goal with the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative of getting people outside and enjoying nature. This is a big win for our program, but mostly for the kids at these schools.”
The funding goes toward providing each program with balance bikes, helmets, pedal conversion kits, and teachers’ bikes.
“With kids in the US spending an average of seven hours a day on a digital screen, it’s never been more important for companies like Yamaha to invest in the future of outdoor recreation by getting our youth off of the devices, and participating in healthy and fun activities to increase their confidence, instill valuable life lessons, and simply enjoy all the outdoors has to offer,” said Steve Nessl, Yamaha’s motorsports marketing manager, in the same release.
All Kids Bike is designed to be easily implemented in schools and is aligned with SHAPE America National Physical Education Standards. Programs also include an eight-lesson curriculum, teacher training, and certification. There are currently 350 schools across 45 states with All Kids Bike programs in place, and 50 additional schools planning to have active programs by the end of the year.
Source: MotorCyclistOnline.com
Dorna Sports has announced the pending departure of Energica Motor Company as the single manufacturer for the FIM Enel MotoE World Cup, with 2022 confirmed as the marque’s final season.
However, Dorna has offered no indication as to whether MotoE will continue in 2023 under a single brand, or whether the fledgling category will open itself up to real competition between various manufacturers, which is something that could really push the development forward at a more rapid rate.
Energica has been the sole supplier to MotoE since the Cup’s inception in 2019, with 2022 now set to mark the last chapter of a four-year journey that has seen the category evolve and lap times drop.
Dorna Sports thanked Energica for their immeasurable contribution to the FIM Enel MotoE World Cup and wishes the company the best of success in their future endeavours after 2022.
“We are extremely happy at Energica to have provided our invaluable contribution to make MotoE the success it is today. We’re confident that our initiative and efforts have generated plenty of interest from the big OEMs to follow the path we started a decade ago. Being pioneers of electric mobility on two wheels, we have opened up the way to a whole new strata of sustainable and exciting motorcycle racing and – as we have always done – we now aim at testing ourselves with new challenges. This is why we are looking forward to the next big thing to come! We would like to thank Dorna Sports for the great opportunity to showcase our technology and we are looking forward to wrapping up our journey together in style.”
“The first three seasons of the FIM Enel MotoE World Cup have delivered an incredible show despite all the unforeseen external challenges that have been thrown at us. It wasn’t an easy task to undertake and one very new in many aspects, but we did it and this was thanks to a joint effort between all parties involved. From the very beginning, Energica has brought its know-how to the track in a way we couldn’t be happier with, delivering a package that has proved to be extremely competitive, showing impressive maximum speed (exceeding 260km/h in Barcelona in 2021), and lap-times that on some occasion were in line with other classes – despite the much shorter history of electric motorcycles.
“Maybe even more impressive than the on-track performance was the bike reliability, as none of the 18 riders ever encountered any mechanical failure during any of the races we enjoyed in the three seasons. Their ability to respond quickly and effectively to our requests and the ones coming from the riders and teams are proof of all the expertise and passion they brought to the series. All sides are committed to continuing giving their maximum effort into 2022, for what will be another spectacular year of racing. I would really like to thank Energica for the quality of their innovative products and their engagement in the MotoE series.”
Source: MCNews.com.au
While competing in round six of the Western Australian State Motocross Championship held at the Shrubland MX Park – Bunbury Motorcycle Club, KTM Racing Team’s Regan Duffy was involved in a significant incident, where he was impacted by multiple bikes, during the first lap of the opening MX1 race.
Regan was treated by medical staff at the track before being airlifted to a local hospital where he was placed in an induced coma to stabilise his condition. He was then transferred by air to a hospital in Perth, where on arrival, Regan underwent major surgery.
Due to the serious nature of his injuries, Regan remains in a coma in a critical but stable condition and is receiving ongoing specialist care.
KTM would like to thank all the medical staff that have assisted Regan and the specialist care that they continue to provide. We would also like to thank the numerous well-wishers from within the motocross industry and the wider motorcycling community.
KTM Group, the KTM Racing Team and its supporters send positive thoughts and well wishes to Regan and the Duffy family during this challenging time.
“Regan’s an extremely tough athlete with a strong head on his shoulders and a physically fit and able body underneath it. His injuries are very significant and he has a long road ahead of him. Regan has some of the best medical practitioners at one of Australia’s best-equipped hospitals, so now we need to give the required time and remain positive. Our thoughts and best wishes are with Regan, his father Darren and the entire Duffy family and friends that are there by his side. Thank you to everyone that has reached out to express their concerns and best wishes.”
Source: MCNews.com.au
Fifty years ago, Ducati introduced its first air-cooled twin-cylinder engine, on the 1971 Ducati 750 GT. The new 2022 Ducati Scrambler 1100 Tribute Pro pays homage to this milestone with special livery and a 1,079cc air-cooled L-Twin that makes a claimed 86 horsepower at 7,500 rpm and 66.5 lb-ft of torque at 4,750 rpm.
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The Scrambler 1100 Tribute Pro wears striking “Giallo Ocra” yellow paint, which was used on the 1972 450 Desmo Mono and 750 Sport. The sides of the fuel tank feature the iconic 1970s-era Ducati logo that was designed by Giugiaro, and the same font is used to spell “Scrambler” on the top of the tank. Other styling details include black spoked wheels, round mirrors, and a brown seat with special stitching.
Though honoring the past, the Tribute edition has the modern features found in Ducati’s Scrambler 1100 Pro line, including three riding modes, multi-level traction control, cornering ABS, a headlight with a distinctive LED ring, and the Ducati Multimedia System. There’s a USB socket for mobile phone charging under the seat.
The 2022 Ducati Scrambler 1100 Tribute Pro has a steel trellis frame, an aluminum subframe, a cast aluminum swingarm, and spoked wheels (18-inch front, 17-inch rear) shod with Pirelli MT60 RS tires. Suspension includes a fully adjustable 45mm inverted Marzocchi fork and an adjustable Kayaba shock with a progressive linkage. The front brakes are radial-mount monoblock Brembo M4.32 calipers squeezing 320mm discs.
Pricing starts at $13,995.
2022 Ducati Scrambler 1100 Tribute Pro
Base Price: $13,995
Website: ducati.com
Engine Type: Air/oil-cooled, transverse 90-degree L-Twin, desmodromic DOHC w/ 2 valves per cyl.
Displacement: 1,079cc
Bore x Stroke: 98.0 x 71.0mm
Horsepower: 86 horsepower @ 7,500 rpm
Torque: 66.5 lb-ft @ 4,750 rpm
Transmission: 6-speed, hydraulically actuated slip/assist wet clutch
Final Drive: Chain
Wheelbase: 59.6 in.
Rake/Trail: 24.5 degrees/4.4 in.
Seat Height: 31.9 in.
Wet Weight: 465 lbs.
Fuel Capacity: 4.0 gals.
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Thirteen-year-old schoolboy sensation Cameron Swain from Bridgeman Downs, QLD, has dominated recent Oceania Junior Cup rounds. Races have been few and far between over the past two years due to Covid, but Cam has starred in the events that have taken place.
Cam’s racing career began after watching MotoGP on TV, and after a brief introduction to road riding at a kart track the young Queenslander had his first race with NCRR at the Grafton Christmas party in 2017. After improving all weekend, he found himself chasing down the championship leader in the last race of that same meeting and became hooked. He then continue with the NCRR and won the championship before joining MotoStars the next year, where he came second at his first attempt.
Cameron then joined the ranks of the Oceania Junior Cup and currently leads the 2021 championship by 51 points.
“I’m really happy with my race wins at Winton, as my pace there was the fastest an OJC rider has ever gone.
“I was also very happy with my results at Wakefield getting two race wins and third in the last race by a whisker.
“In looking back over the races, I have five wins from six races which is a scorecard I am happy with and a record haul for the category.
“I am so disappointed that this year and last year have been so badly effected by Covid as all I want to do is race.”
The 13-year-old attends Craigslea State High school and his immediate ambition is to race the Northern Talent Cup in Europe while also stepping up to the ASBK Supersport 300 Championship. As he was born in the UK, before coming to Australia as a three-month-old baby, Cam is eligible for entry to the Northern Talent Cup, which is normally reserved for Northern European competitors.
Cameron has built a special bond with sponsors Joe Salter from Ride-Dynamics and Caboolture Yamaha. Other sponsors that have helped Cam so far on his journey include LMA, Barry’s Dyno, Buddhas Spray Painting, Diesel Power Systems, Oakland Park, Stoppie Coffee, Forcite, Aluma-lite Racing, Race Art and Ricondi Race Apparel.
Cams parents have recently set up a fundraiser to help Cameron achieve his dream. If you would like to participate as a sponsor (tax deductible), or willing to contribute in any way, please follow the link here. Or if you want to get in touch directly, let us know and we will forward contact details.
Source: MCNews.com.au
With CFMOTO’s 800MT due to arrive from January 2022, the company have unveiled a pre-order promotion with $899 of bonus accessories for those who get their name down before December 31, 2021.
Riders who place an order on either the 800MT Sport ($12,990 ride away) or 800MT Touring ($13,990 ride away), will also receive $899 worth of free accessories fitted during pre-delivery alongside a 2021-2022 summer delivery guarantee.
The free accessories included are silver side crash bars, a black radiator protector and black headlight guard.
Those interested can make a pre-order through a dealership, over the phone or online via a new dedicated 800MT microsite (link) with a simple step-by-step build process.
The microsite allows riders to start the build process to place a pre-order and nominate their preferred dealer, including adding any accessories they’d like to fit on their 800MT over and above the items already included in the campaign.
Once the pre-order details are received by a CFMOTO dealer, the customer will be contacted to verify details and process a $500 deposit, and as these models will be arriving sight unseen the deposit is refundable if there’s a change of mind. Anyone who’s already pre-ordered will also receive the bonus accessories.
First shipments are scheduled to arrive in January to begin honouring the summer delivery guarantee.
The Sport version will be available in a Nebula Black livery, and the Touring in Twilight Blue.
The 800MTs are powered by KTM’s 799cc 95hp/88Nm parallel twin with a ride-by-wire throttle and multiple riding modes: Sport and Rain.
Wheel sizes are 19-inch front and 17-inch rear – an ideal compromise for road and off-road riding – with the Sport tracking on cast wheels and the Touring on spoked wheels.
The chassis is completed by fully adjustable KYB suspension, Spanish J.Juan radial brakes and a tubular steel frame.
Visit www.cfmoto800mt.com.au or contact your local CFMOTO dealer for further information or to preorder.
Source: MCNews.com.au
Looking for some trail inspiration? Check out the Why We Ride video by Trail Bound Moto on two wheels aboard the latest KTM EXC machinery in the company – and under the guidance – of moto legend Jeff Leisk.
Complete with tree-lined single-trail, technical creek crossings, a share of hillclimbs including the ever-challenging Diggers Hill and a mixture of scenic sections with views to remember throughout the 32-acre property, the day wound up by fireside with a well-earned barbecue and story-telling to recap the action.
A BBQ To Remember is Swiss 8’s annual mental health connection campaign, currently taking place between 11 October-11 November 2021. You can support the cause by entering the raffle at bbqtoremember.com/raffle for your chance to win a remarkable prize at the value of $180,000, inclusive of a KTM 350 EXC-F!
Swiss 8 is a proactive mental health charity, founded by Australian combat Veterans, and A BBQ To Remember connects millions of Australians in the aim to reduce anxiety, depression and suicide. Ignite change – stand alongside our Veterans and sporting legends Wendell Sailor, Drew Mitchell, Isaac Heeney and Harries Carroll by registering to host A BBQ To Remember.
Adrian Sutter – Swiss 8 Founder & CEO
“With the country just coming out of lockdown, we wanted to offer the ultimate adventure prize that would inspire Aussies to get out and explore this amazing country. And, of course, every good adventure ends with mates telling stories around a barbie. My main objective with this campaign is to connect Australians – isolation and social disconnection is the leading cause of anxiety and depression. Covid has forced this on all of us. It’s times like this we need to look to our defence and Veteran community who have lived through this before and learned valuable lessons. We want to share these lessons with all Aussies and the biggest lesson here is the need to stay connected to our people in order to maintain positive mental health. If we can motivate Australians to connect in a way that is iconic to Australian culture, while finding a strong sense of purpose through helping our Veterans drive this grassroots mental health movement, we are all winning.
“When I returned from Afghanistan then left the military, I had my own mental health rollercoaster ride. I had no education or information on what I was experiencing or how to deal with it. Learning these lessons the hard way, I wanted to make sure future generations had all the resources they needed to maintain a positive headspace and overcome anxiety and depression. This started as a hobby. The catalyst to create a charity and make this my full time purpose in life came when I lost one of my best mates to suicide, Afghan Veteran Jesse Bird. In the two years following Jesse’s death, I lost another three mates to suicide. While the world wanted to focus on PTSD and a reactive approach to solving the suicide problem, it was my belief that we had to take a proactive approach. Mental ill-health is a human problem, not a Veteran problem. Finding purpose in life, having a healthy routine, and of course staying connected to our tribe is the best way to proactively improve our mental health. This is what Swiss 8 is all about.”
KTM and Swiss 8 first came together at this year’s Finke Desert Race, in which Swiss 8 founder and CEO Adrian Sutter and his crew were on location for the high-profile event and met the KTM Racing Team in Alice Springs. From there, the 2022 KTM Enduro Why We Ride project was born.
Rosie Lalonde – KTM Group Marketing Manager
“Mental health is a topic that is just not discussed enough, especially with the challenges we have all faced in the past few years. So when the opportunity came up to support Swiss 8, we jumped at the chance to take action and help spread awareness for their hard work and positive mental health messages. And how best to help them by doing what we do at KTM – getting a group of riders out to experience why we ride, as motorcycling is not only good for the body and the soul, but also a great way to reconnect with your mates. It truly creates a vibe that needs to be felt to be understood and can help combat the stresses of life and the mental health issues that are so hard to discuss. We hope the Why We Ride project inspires others to reach out and reconnect with friends, and support positive mental health activities, like Swiss 8 with their BBQ To Remember.”
You can support the cause by entering the raffle at bbqtoremember.com/raffle for your chance to win a remarkable prize.
Source: MCNews.com.au
The world’s largest motorcycle manufacturer is about to launch its new brainchild, the Pulsar 250F, with the official launch in India on October 28th – a scant nine days from now.
According to FinancialExpress, the Pulsar 250F is more of a celebratory bike, launched to herald 20 years of the Pulsar brand being present on Indian markets – and one that will continue as a flagship for the affordable sports motorcycling segment.
Despite this, Bajaj boasts that the quarter-liter Pulsar 250F will be their biggest yet – one that promises to sport a semi-faired aesthetic, complete with a second bike – fraternal twin in the form of a naked streetfighter set to be released on the same launch date.
The report states that both bikes will receive an “all-LED projector headlamp with LED DRLs, an LED taillamp, and even LED turn indicators. Bajaj’s latest official teaser video also hints that the Pulsar 250F might get an all-digital instrument cluster, stubby exhaust, and belly pan.”
Oh, and even though Bajaj is keeping mum on the upgraded specs of this beastie, we are told to anticipate a revamped version of the Dominar 250’s motor, as well as the obligatory telescopic forks at the front and a gas-charged Nitrox mono-shock absorber at the rear, complete with disc brakes and dual-channel anti-lock braking system.
While the naked streetfighter is purportedly beyond competition for the TVS Apache RTR 200 4V and Yamaha‘s FZ 25, the 250F will likely not have any direct competitors.
Both are guesstimated to cost somewhere around the ballpark of Rs 1.40 lakh ($1865.28 USD), with more information due to come soon. Stay tuned, and make sure to check out other articles we’ve covered on what Bajaj is up to.
Source: MotorbikeWriter.com
Sergio Garcia: “I feel physically well, but I have undergone a check-up this morning at the IMED Hospital in Valencia, where I have had a CT scan to see how the kidney injury is, and we have seen that it is still not at one hundred per cent. The hematoma on the kidney has not disappeared and the doctors have recommended that I not travel to Misano, they have told me that I could be fit for Portugal, which is something that motivates me, but I am sad to miss this Grand Prix, since I am in P3 and missing one more race is going to hurt my options. I am motivated and more eager than ever to get on the GASGAS.”
Source: MotoGP.com – Read Full Article Here