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WorldSBK: Chaz Davies dominates Motul Italian Round in Imola

WorldSBK Aruba.it Racing rider Chaz Davies took his Ducati 1199 Panigale R to the top of the podium in both races last weekend at the Motul Italian round.

Davies managed to fend off Jonathan Rea (Kawasaki Racing Team) at the Imola Circuit who crossed the chequered flag in P2 for both races.

Marco Melandri and Tom Sykes finished in P3 and P4 respectively in Race 1 but switched positions in Race 2.

The fifth WorldSBK round over at Imola saw Chaz Davies dominating the entire field with his Aruba.it Racing Ducati 1199 Panigale R for both races in the Motul Italian Round yesterday. The number 7 rider orchestrated a text book win in Race 1 where Davies started from pole position and was never challenged for the top podium spot throughout the entire race. (more…)

Harley-Davidson confirms 100 New Models + One Electric Bike!

Harley-Davidson has announced that they will be launching around 100 new models in the next 10 years including a production electric motorcycle.

According to Bill Davidson, the new electric cruiser will have the same audible characteristics as their petrol-powered engines that make them unique and iconic.

The great-grandson of the H-D’s founder also stated that they will be releasing an entire range of electric bikes as part of their 100 new models in the coming decade.

According to a report made by Autoblog.com, Harley-Davidson has finally confirmed that they will be coming up with at least 100 new models in their latest 10-year plan which includes manufacturing an all-electric production bike. (more…)

Kawasaki Test Ride Roadshow rocks Stadium Melawati, Shah Alam

Kawasaki Motors (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (KMSB) has started their Kawasaki test ride road show called the “Always Closer to You” Roadshow.

Thousand of Kawasaki fans and enthusiasts attended their first road show of 2017 at the Bulatan Bazarena, Stadium Melawati located in Shah Alam, Selangor today.

Attendees got the opportunity to test out some of Kawasaki motorcycles including all of their 2017 models; Z900 ABS, Z650 ABS, Ninja 650 ABS and the Versys-X 250.

Thousands of Kawasaki fans and enthusiasts near and far came down to the Bulatan Bazarena, Stadium Melawati located in Shah Alam today. As part of an initiative to get closer to the people, Kawasaki Motors (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (KMSB) has organized this very special road show dubbed the Kawasaki “Always Closer to You” Roadshow. (more…)

John McGuinness suffers Major Injuries at North West 200 Crash

John McGuinness was diagnosed with a compound fracture to his right leg, four broken vertebrae and three broken back ribs during the North West 200 Superbike Practice Session on 11 May 2017.

McGuinness is required to wear a cast up to six weeks as treatment for the extensive injury on his vertebrae and will remain at the Royal Victoria Hospital for the upcoming week.

The “King of the Mountain” will most probably unable to participate at this year’s Isle of Man TT race on 27 May 2017 with his new team mate, Guy Martin.

Following John McGuinness and his crash during the practice session, Honda Racing has released an official statement regarding what happened during the 2017 North West 200 Superbike road race which was held Northern Ireland. John McGuinness went through a horrendous crash at the Primrose Section on 11 May 2017 at the final minutes of the practice session before the evening race. (more…)

Harley Davidson Expert MAD Garage Sets Up Shop in Setapak, KL

MAD Garage has opened their doors in providing the best services, maintenance work and customization for all Harley Davidson motorcycles.

Located in Taman Sri Rampai, Setapak, the Harley Davidson expert is located just five minutes from AEON Wangsa Maju shopping centre.

With more than 10 years of experience in servicing, repairing and customizing Harleys, MAD Garage is the one stop shop for all of your Harley needs.

Yesterday marked the grand opening of MAD Garage located in Taman Sri Rampai, Setapak, Kuala Lumpur. Specializing in servicing, repairing and customizing Harley Davidson motorcycles, there’s nothing that they can’t do to make your Harley choppers run smooth as butter or as unique as the rider. (more…)

John McGuinness suspected of Broken Leg after North West 200 Crash

John McGuinness aka “The King of The Mountain” was reported to have suffered a crash during a practice session at the 2017 North West 200 race.

His Honda Racing Team reportedly tweeted that the 23-times Isle of Man TT winner is on the way to the hospital with a possible broken right leg.

The status of McGuinness to race alongside Guy Martin at the 2017 Isle of Man TT at the end of the month hangs in the balance for the “Morecombe Missile”.

John McGuinness (TT Legends Honda) celebrates winning today’s Superbike TT on the Isle of Man. (Image source: Stephen Davison)

With the 2017 Isle of Man Tourist Trophy just around the corner, bad news filled the road racing scene as John McGuinness aka “The King of the Mountain” suffered a crash during the North West 200 race during yesterday evening’s practice session earlier today according to a report made by BBC. (more…)