Asphalt & Rubber https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/ Motorcycles Distilled Tue, 29 Nov 2022 19:46:06 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.1.1 https://i0.wp.com/www.asphaltandrubber.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/512-55149f05v1_site_icon.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Asphalt & Rubber https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/ 32 32 20999162 Predicting MotoGP Race Outcomes, Which Session Matters Most? https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/motogp/motogp-fp4-pace-analysis-motomatters/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=motogp-fp4-pace-analysis-motomatters https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/motogp/motogp-fp4-pace-analysis-motomatters/#comments Tue, 29 Nov 2022 19:46:06 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=215444

In this his latest analysis, David crunches the numbers to see how good MotoGP's FP4 sessions are at predicting the race-winner on Sunday.

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As the Honda Transalp Arrives, Wherefore Are Thou Africa Twin? https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/premium/honda-transalp-analysis/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=honda-transalp-analysis https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/premium/honda-transalp-analysis/#comments Tue, 08 Nov 2022 21:10:50 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=215002

For our A&R Pro readers, a hot-take on the debut of the Honda Transalp and what it means for Big Red's venerable ADV bike: the Honda Africa Twin.

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The Honda XL750 Transalp Finally Returns https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2023-honda-xl750-transalp/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2023-honda-xl750-transalp https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2023-honda-xl750-transalp/#comments Tue, 08 Nov 2022 21:06:02 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=214918

After much expectation and waiting, the Honda Transalp returns to Big Red's lineup as a 755cc middleweight ADV machine.

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Does WorldSBK Need a Minimum Combined Bike/Rider Weight? https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/wsbk/worldsbk-combined-rider-bike-weight-analysis-motomatters/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=worldsbk-combined-rider-bike-weight-analysis-motomatters https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/wsbk/worldsbk-combined-rider-bike-weight-analysis-motomatters/#comments Tue, 08 Nov 2022 20:28:36 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=214994

Rider/bike weights are the talk of WorldSBK right now. David weighs-in on the subject with his analysis and how new rules could tip the scales.

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Bimota About to Debut a “TERA” Supercharged Adventure Bike? https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/rumors/bimota-tera/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=bimota-tera https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/rumors/bimota-tera/#comments Tue, 08 Nov 2022 04:52:08 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=214908

Our spies tell us that the new Bimota Tera is about to debut at EICMA. It is a 200hp+ fire-breathing ADV bike with a funny front-end. Prepare yourselves.

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Bimota BX450 Dirt Bike Leaks Ahead of EIMCA Debut https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/dirt/bimota-bx450-dirt-bike-leaks-eimca-debut/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=bimota-bx450-dirt-bike-leaks-eimca-debut https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/dirt/bimota-bx450-dirt-bike-leaks-eimca-debut/#comments Tue, 08 Nov 2022 04:22:39 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=214876

Our Bothan spies have been working hard to bring you the first pictures of the Bimota BX450 dirt bike, ahead of its release at the EICMA show in Milan.

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Repsol Extend Sponsorship Deal With HRC Through 2024 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/motogp/respol-honda-contract-2024-motomatters/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=respol-honda-contract-2024-motomatters https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/motogp/respol-honda-contract-2024-motomatters/#comments Fri, 04 Nov 2022 20:37:48 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=214826

Spanish petroleum giant Repsol has announced that they have extended their sponsorship of Honda's factory team for two more seasons in MotoGP.

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MotoGP Preview of the Valencia GP: Can Anyone Stop The Ducatis? https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/motogp/valencia-gp-motogp-championship-preview-2022-motomatters/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=valencia-gp-motogp-championship-preview-2022-motomatters https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/motogp/valencia-gp-motogp-championship-preview-2022-motomatters/#comments Fri, 04 Nov 2022 20:29:38 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=214822

David previews for us the final round of the 2022 MotoGP Championship? Will it be Pecco and Ducati's day? Or will Fabio and Yamaha spoil it?

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KTM’s Stefan Pierer Gobbles Up 25% of MV Agusta https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/news/pierer-mobility-acquires-25-percent-mv-agusta/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pierer-mobility-acquires-25-percent-mv-agusta https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/news/pierer-mobility-acquires-25-percent-mv-agusta/#comments Thu, 03 Nov 2022 19:46:33 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=214789

Pierer Mobility is set to take a 25.1% ownership stake in MV Agusta, while providing purchasing and distribution might for the Italian brand.

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The BMW M1000RR Superbike Takes Another Step Forward for 2023 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2023-bmw-m1000rr/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2023-bmw-m1000rr https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2023-bmw-m1000rr/#comments Tue, 11 Oct 2022 22:02:02 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=213957

BMW has added more "super" to its top-of-the-line superbike, as the 2023 BMW M1000RR gets a revised intake, more carbon, and more aero.

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No Compromises: BMW M1000R Debuts with 205hp on Tap https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2023-bmw-m1000r/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2023-bmw-m1000r https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2023-bmw-m1000r/#comments Tue, 11 Oct 2022 22:01:31 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=213961

For the 2023 model year, BMW is bolstering its M Motorcycle lineup, adding the 205hp BMW M1000R streetfighter to its sport bike arsenal.

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Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally Brings Us an Italian Rival for the GSA https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/ducati-multistrada-v4-rally/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ducati-multistrada-v4-rally https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/ducati-multistrada-v4-rally/#comments Fri, 30 Sep 2022 03:53:03 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=213645

Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally debuts with a bigger fuel tank, longer suspension, and a bevy of clever electronics to make riding this beast easier.

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MotoGP Preview of the Thailand GP: Differences Between Europe & Japan https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/motogp/thailand-gp-motogp-preview-2022-motomatters/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=thailand-gp-motogp-preview-2022-motomatters https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/motogp/thailand-gp-motogp-preview-2022-motomatters/#respond Fri, 30 Sep 2022 03:14:05 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=213716

David gives us the insider's view of what to expect from MotoGP's next stop - the Thailand GP at Buriram. Here's a hint: it's going to be wet.

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Kazakhstan Set to Join the Provisional MotoGP Calendar for 2023 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/motogp/kazakhstan-provisional-motogp-calendar-2023-motomatters/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=kazakhstan-provisional-motogp-calendar-2023-motomatters https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/motogp/kazakhstan-provisional-motogp-calendar-2023-motomatters/#comments Thu, 29 Sep 2022 18:20:35 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=213553

MotoGP is making moves to race in Kazakhstan in 2023, with a round in India likely to join the calendar in the near future, as Dorna aims to expand the sport.

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The BMW S1000RR Gets Wings and Updates for the 2023 Model Year https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2023-bmw-s1000rr/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2023-bmw-s1000rr https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2023-bmw-s1000rr/#comments Thu, 29 Sep 2022 17:40:11 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=213501

The BMW S1000RR is getting some meaningful updates for the 2023 model year, including a new chassis, revised electronics, and added winglets.

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Paddock Pass Podcast Episode 298 – MotoGP at Motegi https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/podcast/paddock-pass-podcast-episode-298/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=paddock-pass-podcast-episode-298 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/podcast/paddock-pass-podcast-episode-298/#respond Thu, 29 Sep 2022 17:07:53 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=213498

In the latest from the Paddock Pass Podcast, the guys cover a lot of ground, starting off with the strange circumstances of the Japanese GP weekend.

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MotoGP Preview of the Japanese GP: A New World Awaits https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/motogp/japanese-gp-motogp-preview-2022-motomatters/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=japanese-gp-motogp-preview-2022-motomatters https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/motogp/japanese-gp-motogp-preview-2022-motomatters/#respond Fri, 23 Sep 2022 05:08:29 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=213409

David previews for us the Japanese GP, and how the MotoGP riders will handle the Motegi Twin Ring Circuit after such a long hiatus.

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Ducati Monster SP Arrives for the 2023 Model Year https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2023-ducati-monster-sp/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2023-ducati-monster-sp https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2023-ducati-monster-sp/#comments Mon, 19 Sep 2022 22:47:57 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=213270

The Ducati Monster lineup will grow by another model for 2023, as the Italian brand has announced the new Ducati Monster SP for next year.

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An Early Christmas: Ducati Streetfighter V4 Lamborghini Edition https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/ducati-streetfighter-v4-lamborghini/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ducati-streetfighter-v4-lamborghini https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/ducati-streetfighter-v4-lamborghini/#comments Tue, 06 Sep 2022 21:15:57 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=213021

The new Ducati Streetfighter V4 Lamborghini is a two-wheeled homage to the Lamborghini Huracán STO - you're either going to love it or hate it.

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Here is How the 2023 MotoGP Rider Lineup Looks So Far https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/motogp/2023-motogp-rider-lineup-silly-season-motomatters/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2023-motogp-rider-lineup-silly-season-motomatters https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/motogp/2023-motogp-rider-lineup-silly-season-motomatters/#respond Tue, 06 Sep 2022 21:14:03 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=213135

The lineup for the 2023 MotoGP Championship season has almost been finalized, with only four spots remaining open in the premier class for next year.

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Aprilia RSV4 XTrenta – The Ultimate Track-Ready Superbike https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/aprilia-rsv4-xtrenta/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=aprilia-rsv4-xtrenta https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/aprilia-rsv4-xtrenta/#comments Fri, 02 Sep 2022 21:24:32 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=213009

The 230hp Aprilia RSV4 XTrenta is the ultimate track-ready superbike, with more aero than you can throw a boomerang at. Only 100 will be made.

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MotoGP Preview of the San Marino GP: A Yamaha in Ducati’s Den https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/motogp/san-marino-gp-motogp-preview-2022-motomatters/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=san-marino-gp-motogp-preview-2022-motomatters https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/motogp/san-marino-gp-motogp-preview-2022-motomatters/#respond Fri, 02 Sep 2022 20:27:40 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=213006

David previews for us this weekend's MotoGP round - the San Marino GP at Misano, Italy. Can Fabio Quartararo upset Ducati's home track advantage?

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Enea Bastianini Confirmed at the Factory Ducati MotoGP Team https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/motogp/enea-bastianini-ducati-corse-motogp-contract-motomatters/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=enea-bastianini-ducati-corse-motogp-contract-motomatters https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/motogp/enea-bastianini-ducati-corse-motogp-contract-motomatters/#respond Wed, 31 Aug 2022 21:57:38 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=212979

The leaders of Ducati Corse's MotoGP project have now picked Enea Bastianini over his Spanish rival, Jorge Martin, for the other factory seat, thru 2024.

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Paddock Pass Podcast Episode 293 – Misano MotoGP Preview https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/podcast/paddock-pass-podcast-episode-293/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=paddock-pass-podcast-episode-293 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/podcast/paddock-pass-podcast-episode-293/#respond Wed, 31 Aug 2022 21:33:17 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=212977

The latest from the Paddock Pass Podcast sees the guys looking at the MotoGP rider market and previewing the upcoming San Marino GP.

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Over 60,000 KTM & Husqvarna Models Affected by TKC80 Tire Recall https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/recall/ktm-husqvarna-continental-tkc80-tire-recall/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ktm-husqvarna-continental-tkc80-tire-recall https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/recall/ktm-husqvarna-continental-tkc80-tire-recall/#comments Tue, 23 Aug 2022 00:36:21 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=212865

KTM North America is having to recall over 60,000 motorcycles from KTM & Husqvarna brand because their Continental TKC 80 tires may develop cracks.

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