Tag: FIM
New Yamaha YZF-R1 Possibly On Its Way For 2023
The International Motorcycling Federation recently updated the list of FIM-approved competition vehicles for 2023.
The spreadsheet includes a track-only Yamaha R6 Race and YZF-R1.
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FIM Suspends Russian And Belarusian Riders From International Two-Wheel Racing
The recent Russian invasion of Ukraine has triggered numerous sanctions by nationwide governmental bodies and private firms.
Automotive manufacturers have also stopped shipments of new...
Spa-Francorchamps Finally Getting The Renovation It Deserves
The legendary Spa-Francorchamps racing circuit in Belgium is finally getting a much-needed renovation ahead of the planned return of two-wheel racing in 2022.
Crews already...
FIM And Dorna Allegedly Misappropriated The MiniGP Trademark
The 2021 FIM MiniGP World Series was a success, with Spain's Izan Rodriguez Alvarez emerging as the world champion at the final MotoGP round in Valencia.
The...
Why Do MotoGP Race Bikes Have Lever Protectors – And do...
You’ve seen it on MotoGP bikes. Even your friends might have it. But what does it actually do? In this article, we’re going to...
Are Snell motorcycle helmet standards meaningless now?
Move towards relaxing its motorcycle helmet standards may be a big mis-step by The Snell Foundation.
As riders, we all ought to be aware about...
FIM responds to Anthony West
We recently reported that Anthony West posted something quite unbelievable on his Facebook page about quitting motorsports altogether due to FIM (and accusing of...
Anthony West furious with FIM – claims Marquez & Rossi cheated
It seems that Anthony West, a once motorcycle racer with huge potential to make it into the big leagues, is extremely upset with how...
Andrea Iannone Suspended for Banned Substances
MotoGP rider Andrea Iannone has been suspended for using banned substances (i.e. doping).
The WADA lab found the substances in his urine sample.
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Arai Helmets Awarded FIM Gold Medal
Arai Helmets were awarded the FIM Gold Medal.
They are the first gear maker to be awarded.
The honour is for their contribution...