Lorenzo starts MotoGP season where he left off – FIRST
Yamaha Factory Racing’s Jorge Lorenzo started his MotoGP™ title defence in the best possible way, winning Sunday’s Commercial Bank Grand Prix of Qatar in dominant fashion as his teammate Valentino Rossi showed the world he was back on song as he and rookie sensation Marc Márquez fought it out for the final podium spots. As […]
MotoGP season opener in Qatar
Alpine Stars ‘Checks In’ with Repsol Honda racer Dani Pedrosa with the first of a series of ‘Ask me something’ videos. The 2013 MotoGP season opener is just around the corner. Thursday marks the start of the season under the floodlights at the Commercial Bank Grand Prix of Qatar. Press Release from MotoGP: Yamaha Factory […]
Indian unveils new Thunderstroke engine for 2014 production
By Marissa Baecker Daytona Bike Week is buzzing as manufacturers unveil new models, host demos and show off the latest technology while trying to get a jump on the competition with surprises slated for 2014. Indian Motorcycles has been diligently creating the all-new power plant since the acquisition by Polaris Industries Inc., owners of the […]
Yamaha adds a new Star for 2014
2014 Yamaha Bolt The comeback of the cafe racer has opened the market up for manufacturers to return to their design roots with modern technology. Designed with a low seat height (27.2″ or 690mm), this bike will appeal to both men and women. It is a 942 cc, air cooled V-Twin, with a 5-speed transmission. […]
MV Agusta raising its profile in Canada
Whether you’re a Justin Bieber fan or not, you probably know that the wee lad turned 19 last week and his dear ol’dad gifted him with a custom motorcycle – but not just any motorcycle. The Biebs was given an F3 675 MV Agusta – an Italian beauty that has only been available in North […]
Triumph launches Special Edition versions of the Bonneville and Speed Triple.
Triumph Motorcycles is excited to announce to special edition SE models of its iconic Bonneville and Speed Triple bikes. The new Special Edition Bonneville – with its characteristic 865cc engine, retro chrome styling and cast aluminum wheels – boasts an array of enhancements to create a hugely distinctive bike. While the bold red frame and […]
Jason DiSalvo, Elena Myers and Kenny Riedmann Team Up For AMA Pro Road Racing’s Daytona 200
Daytona Beach, Fla. (February 28, 2013) – Daytona 200 winner Jason DiSalvo, Daytona SuperSport race winner Elena Myers, and Canadian stand-out Kenny Riedmann will converge at Daytona International Speedway as teammates for this year’s AMA Pro Road Racing Daytona 200, riding matching Castrol Triumph Daytona 675Rs. DiSalvo won the Daytona 200 for Latus Motors Racing […]
Lorenzo back on top during testing
MotoGP™ World Champion Jorge Lorenzo and Yamaha Factory Racing returned to the top on the second of this week’s three days of testing at the Sepang International Circuit. Cal Crutchlow achieved a top three finish for Monster Yamaha Tech 3, splitting the Repsol Honda Team pairing of Dani Pedrosa and rookie Marc Márquez. Lorenzo’s fastest […]
Motorcycle enthusiasts – Motley Crue announce Canadian Tour
LOS ANGELES, CA – MÖTLEY CRÜE unveiled today the details of their 2013 Canadian tour, which marks the most expansive run of Canada in the band’s history. The tour will commence this spring with a total of 18 show dates spanning from Vancouver to Quebec. The tour kicks off on April 20 at Penticton’s South […]
Beaule so close to the prize at Dakar
St. Bruno, QC, January 16, 2013 – Aldo Racing/KTM Canada rider Patrick Beaulé continues to move toward his ambitious goal of completing the 2013 Dakar Rally. The Quebec born rider completed the 11th stage in 63rd place, moving up one position for 62nd in the overall standings. “Today was Fiambala — a notoriously difficult stage” […]