Second surgery for Marquez to replace damaged plate
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Repsol Honda rider operated on again following further complications.
Image: Supplied.
MotoGP champion Marc Marquez has had to undergo a second surgery to replace the titanium plate in his broken right arm, which was damaged due to ‘stress accumulation’ and puts him in doubt for Brno this weekend.
After being injured at the opening round, the Repsol Honda rider attempted to ride at Jerez 2, but was forced to withdraw following qualifying on the Saturday afternoon.
“Marc Marquez underwent surgery 13 days ago and today he returned to the operating room,” Dr Xavier Mir commented. “The first operation was successful, what was not expected was that the plate was insufficient. An accumulation of stress in the operated area has caused the plate to suffer some damage, so today the titanium plate has been removed and replaced by a new fixation.
“The rider has not felt pain during this period. He has always followed the medical advice given and the feeling from his body. Unfortunately, an over stress has caused this issue. Now we have to wait 48 hours to understand the recovery time.”
Marquez underwent a second operation on Monday as Dr Mir and his team at the Hospital Universitari Dexeus successfully replaced the titanium plate inserted. The Spaniard will now stay in hospital for 48 hours before being discharged.
Yes we know this is not strictly motorcycle related but we do believe it does have links to motorcycling due to these being the latest developments from Yamaha, and that technology will, without a doubt, trickle through to Yamaha Motorcycles in some way, shape or form in the years ahead.
Yamaha already have plenty of runs on the board with their supply of drive units to various e-bike manufacturers around the world and this week they released details of their newest and lightest consumer drive unit that will make its way into plenty of e-bikes from numerous manufacturers later this year.
Yamaha PWseries CE
In order to ensure an even faster and more flexible service to European bicycle manufacturers in what is a rapidly expanding marketplace, Yamaha HQ in Japan transferred the responsibility for distributing its OEM e-Bike systems to Yamaha Motor Europe (YME) from July 1st, 2020.
Yamaha invented the very first Electrically Power Assisted Cycle back in 1993, and since then the popularity of the e-Bike has grown at a phenomenal rate. In the last decade the introduction of highly efficient motors and more powerful batteries has transformed the performance and range of this environmentally-friendly vehicle, and today the e-Bike is emerging as a good alternative to public transport.
Urban Mobility is a key issue for everyone who lives or works in the city, and for 2021 Yamaha will respond to the public’s needs by introducing the PWseries CE drive unit and the External Crossover 500 battery, both of them perfectly suited to power the new generation of e-Bikes.
Rated at 250W and producing 50Nm of torque, the new PWseries CE drive unit weighs just 2.9kg, making it the lightest drive unit ever created by Yamaha. It’s also extremely compact, enabling European e-Bike manufacturers to develop next-generation chassis designs with a sharper, slimmer and cleaner profile.
Yamaha’s engineers have worked tirelessly to make the PWseries CE operate as quietly as possible, and various noise-reducing features have succeeded in making this the company’s quietest ever drive unit.
In order to give a better riding experience the new PWseries CE drive unit features Yamaha’s industry-leading software that operates the innovative Automatic Support Mode. This intelligent system instantly responds to changing riding conditions and selects the most appropriate support mode to give its rider the best-suited support at any time, from smooth to strong. A well-balanced level of support is also available when the bike is being pushed, the refined Walk Assist function makes it much easier to manoeuvre and park a bike that needs to be taken up a slope or may be carrying a load, no matter what gear ratio the rider has chosen.
Yamaha PWseries CE Key Features
The lightest-ever Yamaha drive unit weighing from just 2.9kg (with coaster brake support, without brake support: 3.0kg)
Yamaha’s quietest-ever motor
Ultra-compact motor design gives the e-Bike a sharper and cleaner look
Automatic Support Mode software delivers a more natural ride
Improved Walk Assist function makes parking and manoeuvring easy
Centre-mount drive
250 W rated power
50Nm torque
25km/h maximum support speed
Yamaha PWseries CE
External Crossover 500 battery
Yamaha offers a wide range of batteries, including multi-location designs that can be integrated into the frame, as well as external batteries for customers looking for practicality and convenience. Designed to be mounted either on the downtube or in front of the seat tube, Yamaha’s new External Crossover 500 battery features a simple lock-and-release system that makes it easy to remove and then recharge or store at home.
Weighing just 2.9kg, this 36V Lithium Ion battery has a capacity of 500 Wh and can be charged in approximately 4 hours, making it an ideal power source for the new PWseries CE drive unit.
Crossover 500 Key Features
External-mount design with compact dimensions and ergonomic handle
Lock-and-release system for easy removal and charging
Aussie Supercross in doubt MX Nationals to start in late Spring
High level discussions are taking place this week to decide the fate of the 2020 Australian Supercross Championship amidst the current travel restrictions put in place by various states to try and counter the COVID-19 pandemic.
MCNews.com.au believe that it is highly likely that no Supercross Championship will take place this year, and that an Australian Motocross Championship will be scheduled to run over some of the months that Supercross would normally take place.
There could be as few as three double-header events that will make up the 2020 Australian Motocross Championship and at this stage the gates are unlikely to drop for round one until late October or possibly even into November.
Motorcycling Australia this week have already added the 2020 Australian Junior Track Championship, Australian Classic and Post Classic Dirt Track Championships, and the 2020 GasGas Australian Trial Championships to the list of cancelled events. The Australian Junior MX Championships have now suffered the same fate and have been officially cancelled.
AORC Events Calendar Update
The Yamaha Australian Off-Road Championship (AORC) presented by MXStore has made the decision to cancel Round 7 and 8 of the Championship which was to be held at Omeo, Victoria on September 19 and 20.
KTM have also released a statement that due to the complications of the pandemic they will not race AORC for the remainder of the year with their factory squad.
2020 Yamaha AORC Presented by MXstore Calendar
Round 9 & 10: Wynyard, TAS 17 – 18 Oct 2020
Round 11 & 12, Venue TBC 14 – 15 Nov 2020
Will Ruprecht tastes victory in Italy
Australian Will Ruprecht won both days against a well stacked field of top-level competitors racing in the Italian Enduro Championship in what were hot and dusty conditions at Carsoli on the weekend.
Will Ruprecht tasted victory in Italy
The 21-year-old from Taree got the better of fellow Beta rider and reigning champ Steve Holcombe to take victory on his Beta Boano Racing Beta RR300.
Riders contesting the Carsoli Enduro included the likes of Davidea Guarnoni, Alex Salvini, Dan McCanney, Thomas Oldrati, Matteo Cavallo, Brad Freeman and Loic Larrieu.
Ruprecht had not contested the opening two rounds of the series but his perfect scores on the weekend rank him in sixth place in the Italian Enduro Championship points standings and the highest ranked two-stroke rider.
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MXGP stars have final hit-out in the sand of Axel ahead of MXGP getting underway again
The sand of Axel – on the Dutch/Belgian border – provided a suitable training exercise for many MXGP competitors ahead of the Grand Prix of Latvia at the similarly surfaced Kegums circuit; round three of the long-delayed 2020 FIM Motocross World Championship.
Jeffrey Herlings won the opening moto convincingly but the KTM man was caught up in a first turn crash in the second outing. The Dutchman and MXGP standings leader flew back through the field to 5th position, going 1-5 on the day and for 2nd place overall.
Jeffrey Herlings
“Today was a good day. I holeshotted the first moto before it was red-flagged and then did the same again and dominated. It was pretty-easy going. I started well in the second moto but a bunch of guys crashed and I ended up with my front wheel stuck between the rear wheel and the fender of another bike. So, it took some time to get free and start again. I was last but worked my way up to the front-runners. I just ran out of time. It was decent practice and beneficial day. I enjoyed it. Now we’re looking forward to Latvia.”
Jeffrey Herlings
Romain Febvre was runner up in the opening moto but the Frenchman won the second to celebrate his first overall victory since joining KRT last winter and was credited with the overall win.
Romain Febvre
“It was another good weekend for us; the goal again this weekend was to prepare for the GPs with more starts. Two races, four starts, two holeshots and twice second, so that’s really positive. Here at Axel my feeling was not so good in the first race but better in the second; a win is always a good result but I feel that I can still improve and we’ll continue to work this week before the three GPs in Latvia.”
Romain Febvre
Glenn Coldenhoff didn’t quite manage to back up his recent success at Arnhem. The GasGas rider was sixth place for much of the opening moto, the Dutchman took his time before disposing of Benoit Paturel with two laps to go. Coldenhoff then went on to make a last-lap pass on team-mate Ivo Monticelli for fourth place when the Italian became held up by a lapped rider. Coldenhoff went on to claim a great start in race two, rounding the first corner in third place before shadowing early race leader Romain Febvre well into the second half of the race. The 29-year-old then unfortunately clashed with a lapped rider while setting up a pass for the lead and fell. Remounting quickly, Glenn crossed the finish line in fourth place, enough to secure the final step of the overall podium.
Glenn Coldenhoff
“Overall, I’m happy with today. Qualifying was really close with everyone and I qualified fifth so that was ok. I felt great ahead of the first race, taking the holeshot but then the race was red flagged. On the restart my start was not so good, around 10th place. I was quickly up to sixth, however the track was quite smooth and one lined, so it was hard to make passes. I knew my fitness was good so I passed Benoit Paturel with two laps to go, then Monticelli got caught up with a back marker so I passed him and finished fourth. Race two I had another good start in third place. I moved into second place quickly and stayed there for most of the race. I was setting up the pass for the lead when I came together with a lapped rider. I dropped back to fourth and took a couple of laps to find my rhythm again. When I did I closed in on third place but by then the race was over. I’m really happy with my MC 450F, we made some small suspension changes for today and they worked, my speed and fitness are good so I’m really looking forward to next weekend in Latvia.”
Glenn Coldenhoff
Riders are now heading for three consecutive one-day MXGP World Championship rounds at Kegums in Latvia; the first will take place on Sunday 9th August, the second on Wednesday 12th and the third on Sunday 16th. Herlings currently leads the MXGP World Championship by nine-points over Honda’s Tim Gajser.
Axel International MXGP Overall
Romain Febvre (FRA), Kawasaki 47 points
Jeffrey Herlings (NED), Red Bull KTM 41
Glenn Coldenhoff (NED), GasGas 36
Jeremy Seewer (SUI), Yamaha 35
Arminas Jasikonis (LTU), Husqvarna 34
Axel International MX2 Overall
Jago Geerts (BEL), Yamaha 50 points
Roan VD Moosdijk (NED), Kawasaki 44
Mathys Boisrame (FRA), Kawasaki 40
Rene Hofer (AUT) Red Bull KTM 34
Mikkel Haarup (DEN), Kawasaki 34
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Can you possibly imagine being gifted something as completely awesome as this new 50 cc motocross machine from KTM.
Unfortunately you would have to wait until just after Christmas though as this latest 50 is not due to go on sale in Australia until January.
2020 KTM 50 SX Factory Edition
The new top of the wozza kids two-stroke banshee of barn storming fun was overnight unveiled during opening ceremonies at the Loretta Lynn Ranch in the USA as future AMA National Champions prepare for a week-long battle at America’s largest amateur motocross event, the perfect backdrop to introduce KTM’s latest race-focused machine.
2020 KTM 50 SX Factory Edition
This machine is set to fly high over triples rather than just romp around the paddocks with state-of-the-art WP Suspension, high-end brakes and minimal weight.
2020 KTM 50 SX Factory Edition
The list of specifically selected performance features includes an FMF exhaust system, CNC machined aluminum ignition and clutch covers and high-performance Dunlop Geomax MX 53 tyres.
2020 KTM 50 SX Factory Edition
Refinements to the engine and jetting for maximum performance and wrapped in special Factory Edition graphics and a blue grippier seat, the 2020 KTM 50 SX Factory Edition is the stuff kids dreams are made of.
Respected for its track cred and solidly reliable reputation, Kinetic Racewear is a must-have in your gear bag and a go-to classic. A durable multi-panel 900D construction and comfort mesh liner keeps you comfortable and cool, while multi-directional stretch-rib panels ensure flexibility. Laser cut ventilation boosts breathability, with a full-floating seat surrounded by stretch-rib material.
2021 Fly Racing Kinetic Racewear
An internal pocket is located inside the waistband, plus brace/guard ready pre-shaped knees and leather heat shield panels with DuPont Kevlar stitching, as well as soft-flex protective rubber badging. An exclusive zipper lock system keeps pants closed and secure, alongside a ratcheting closure and adjustable waist belt for custom fit. The 2021 Fly Racing Kinetic pants are available from $169.95 RRP, while the jersey is available from $46.95 RRP, and gloves from $34.95 RRP.
2021 Fly Racing Kinetic Racewear
2021 Fly Racing Kinetic features
Comfort mesh liner
Multi-directional stretch-rib panels
Internal pocket located inside the waistband
Ultra-durable multi-panel 900D construction
Laser cut ventilation
Leather heat shield panels with DuPont Kevlar stitching
Soft-Flex protective rubber badging
Ergonomically pre-shaped knees
Full-Floating seat surrounded by stretch-rib material
Exclusive zipper lock system
Ratcheting closure allows for adjustability
Adjustable waist belt for custom fit
2021 Fly Racing Kinetic Pants from $169.95
2021 Fly Racing Kinetic Jerseys from $46.95
2021 Fly Racing Kinetic Gloves from $34.95
2021 Fly Racing F-16 & Women’s F-16 Racewear
The Fly Racing F-16 gear offers clean, sleek and relaxed racewear, with material construction that’s lightweight and ready for your fun, while also coming in a Women’s F-16 range. A mesh comfort liner keeps you cool, while multi-directional stretch ribbing ensures flexibility. Soft-flex protective knee badges and low profile stretch leg cuffs are joined by ergonomically pre-shaped knee ready for knee bracers or guards.
2021 Fly Racing F-16 & Women’s F-16 Racewear available now
A high quality YKK main zipper offers maximum durability, with a ratcheting fly closure and adjustable waist belt for custom fit, with the Women’s F-16 coming in a women’s-specific design and cut in two exclusive colours for 2021.
The Fly Racing F-16 & Women’s F-16 pants are available from $109.95 RRP, the jerseys from $29.95 RRP, and gloves from $29.95 RRP.
2021 Fly Racing F-16 Racewear
2021 Fly Racing F-16 & Women’s F-16 features
Mesh comfort liner
Multi-Directional stretch ribbing
Low profile stretch leg cuffs
YKK main zipper
Soft-flex protective knee badges
Ergonomically pre-shaped knees to accommodates most knee braces and guards
Ratcheting fly closure
Adjustable waist belt
Women’s-specific design and cut in two exclusive colours for 2021
2021 Fly Racing F-16 pants from $109.95 RRP
2021 Fly Racing F-16 jerseys from $29.95 RRP
2021 Fly Racing F-16 gloves from $29.95 RRP
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Marc Marquez underwent a second operation overnight, after the titanium plate used to fix his right humerus was found to have suffered damage due to stress accumulation.
Dr Xavier Mir and his team at the Hospital Universitari Dexeus successfully replaced the titanium plate and Marc Marquez will now stay in hospital for 48 hours before being discharged.
Dr. Xavier Mir – Hospital Universitari Dexeus
“Marc Marquez underwent surgery 13 days ago and today he returned to the operating room. The first operation was successful, what was not expected was that the plate was insufficient. An accumulation of stress in the operated area has caused the plate to suffer some damage, so today the titanium plate has been removed and replaced by a new fixation. The rider has not felt pain during this period. He has always followed the medical advice given and the feeling from his body. Unfortunately, an over stress has caused this issue. Now we have to wait 48 hours to understand the recovery time.”
Less than 24 hours earlier Marc Marquez was posting training videos such as these to his social media feeds….
Even though the pandemic has forced the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride to go solo this year, Triumph Motorcycle is back on board as the major sponsor.
DGR operations manager Ramsey Sayed says the event will still go ahead on 27 September 2020 around the globe, but as a “ride solo, together” event.
Riders who register online, fundraise at least US200 for Movember, dress-up, and ride as individuals and/or with a pillion will be in the running to win one of three Triumph motorcycles.
One random winner will get a Bonneville T120 and the three highest fundraisers globally will also win Triumph motorcycles.
T120
The top fundraiser gets a Triumph Thruxton RS, a Hedon DGR Kingpin helmet and $US2000 worth of Belstaff apparel.
Second and third fundraisers get a Triumph Scrambler 1200 and Speed Twin as well as the Hedon helmet and Belstaff gear.
There will also be Belstaff and Hedon prizes for the top 50 fundraisers, while those who raise $US200 or more get a 2020 DGR patch.
Solo DGR
“The focus for this year will be to connect riders from all around the world, despite their COVID-19 social distancing restrictions,” Ramsey says.
“We want riders to know that we may be socially distanced, but we can still be connected digitally. It definitely came at a difficult time.
“We not only need to take people’s local lockdown restrictions into consideration, but we also needed to consider how riders and hosts have been financially affected in losing jobs and security, and how this may have impacted their lives. It’s a three-degrees of separation thing, some hosts either had COVID-19, or knew someone who did, and even have family members who lost their lives because of it. We wanted to be sensitive to those who spend countless hours volunteering to run their ride, who may not be able to get involved.
“The main thing we’d want people to be aware of here is that we know that some areas of the world might be opened up by the time DGR hits in 2020, but DGR isn’t only a local event – it’s a global movement – and when we have so many folks who are integral in running their rides who have been heavily impacted by this, we need to look out for each other.”
Many DGR fans may not like the virtual DGR idea but it will be a real test of the commitment of participants and whether they are doing it for the benefit of others and in the spirit of the event, or just for pleasure.
Triumph will support the 10th annual Distinguished Gentlemen’s Ride.
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Ride Solo Together.
Triumph & Distinguished Gentlemen’s Ride
On September 27th the landmark 10th Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride will take place worldwide and Triumph will once again support this incredible event and fundraising movement as the main sponsor.
Triumph and the Movember Foundation join forces with the 2020 Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride on the 27th September for this year’s unique event. With the aim of supporting and fundraising for men’s health with this year’s ride, and its commitment to men’s mental health, the DGR has never been more relevant in light of the momentous challenges the world is facing.
On this day, thousands of gentlefolks worldwide are invited to wear their best dapper garb and to ride solo to fundraise in support of the research against prostate cancer and for mental health support.
DGR: The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride was founded in Sydney, Australia by Mark Hawwa. It was inspired by a photo of Mad Men’s Don Draper astride a classic bike and wearing his finest suit. Mark decided a themed ride would be a great way to combat the often-negative stereotype of men on motorcycles, whilst connecting the global motorcycling community and to raise funds for a cause important to every rider.
The event has been attracting an increasing amount of riders year after year since 2012, and in 2019, new fundraising and attendance records were set: 6M USD raised for the cause with more than 116,000 riders participating across 104 countries.
Ride Solo Together: In order to maintain the DGR’s mission, while adapting to this challenging period, the 2020 DGR will be for the first time a solo event, in which participants will embrace the spirit and mood of the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride by riding alone or with a passenger from the same household. This new format will enable riders to comply with the different social distancing regulations in place in each country, while sharing their passion for motorcycles, and still contribute to the Movember cause and spread awareness through social media.
Triumph and DGR: Triumph is proud to once again partner with the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride to support this incredible event and to encourage every Triumph fan to support the DGR and to dress dapper, ride, and donate – while observing clear social distancing regulations that each country has in place.
In addition, Triumph is donating four brand new motorcycles from its Modern Classic range to be gifted to the three highest fundraisers worldwide and to the winner of the Gentlefolk Competition.
The Triumph Modern Classic motorcycle family represents the quintessence of the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride spirit: elegant, iconic, characterful and built for the ride.
Triumph social media channels will be using the hashtags #DGR2020 and #ForTheRide to interact and engage with all participants worldwide. A series of influencers and celebrities will be joining the solo ride to help the DGR 2020 to be another record-breaking edition.
If you want to put on your best tweed, dress dapper, and take part in the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride this year, you can get more information or sign-up by visiting the DGR Website. www.gentlemansride.com
KTM ANNOUNCES DETAILS FOR THE 2021 KTM 50 SX FACTORY EDITION
MURRIETA, Calif. – KTM North America, Inc. is excited to announce details for the 2021 KTM 50 SX FACTORY EDITION, the clear choice for young racers looking to kickstart their championship-winning career. This mini weapon debuted during Opening Ceremonies of the 2020 AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship at Loretta Lynn Ranch, and is yet another example of KTM’s ongoing commitment to support racing at the youth level and build future champions of the world.
KTM’s FACTORY EDITION models are the result of years of designing and developing factory race machines for some of the fastest riders on the planet. Hard-fought victories, title chases, lessons and experiences have led to the creation of a FACTORY EDITION for the youngest shredders, and this purebred race machine offers the same competitive advantage as found in the full-sized FACTORY EDITION thanks to a potent range of premium components.
The list of specifically selected performance features includes a full FMF exhaust system, CNC aluminum ignition and clutch covers and high-performance DUNLOP GEOMAX MX 53 tires. Designed for a wide variety of terrain, the MX 53 tires feature BLOCK-IN-A-BLOCK technology and provide enhanced grip and control to offer the best race setup found on the showroom floor. Topping all this off with refinements to the engine and jetting, while wrapping everything in special FACTORY EDITION graphics and a blue gripper seat, make the KTM 50 SX FACTORY EDITION the most ‘READY TO RACE’ 50 cc machine on the starting line.
KTM 50 SX FACTORY EDITION HIGHLIGHTS
Factory graphics
FMF pipe
FMF silencer
Blue gripper seat
Smaller rear sprocket
CNC clutch cover
CNC ignition cover
Reworked jetting
Special clutch configuration
Gray grips
Chain guide
DUNLOP tires
This class-leading model was presented during Opening Ceremonies at Loretta Lynn Ranch on Sunday, Aug. 2 while the future AMA National Champions prepared for a week-long battle at the nation’s largest amateur motocross event, the perfect backdrop to introduce KTM’s latest race-focused machine.
The 2021 KTM 50 SX FACTORY EDITION is slated to arrive in North American KTM dealerships this fall. For more information and to view a complete list of authorized KTM dealerships, please visit www.ktm.com/us/.
Dr. Xavier Mir (MotoGP™ Traumatology Specialist): “Marc Marquez underwent surgery 13 days ago and today he returned to the operating room. The first operation was successful, what was not expected was that the plate was insufficient. An accumulation of stress in the operated area has caused the plate to suffer some damage, so today the titanium plate has been removed and replaced by a new fixation. The rider has not felt pain during this period. He has always followed the medical advice given and the feeling from his body. Unfortunately, an over stress has caused this issue. Now we have to wait 48 hours to understand the recovery time.”
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