Racing News (MotoGP, Superbike, Supercross, Motocross)

2012 Anaheim II Supercross | Preview

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 09:09:31 -0600

2012 AMA Supercross

It's been quite some time since the opening four rounds in the AMA Supercross Championship had four different winners.

The last year was long ago - 1976. But that all changed last week when JGRMX's James Stewart took his maiden 2012 win at Oakland, making him the fourth different rider on the fourth different make of motorcycle to win so far.

MotoGP | Pedrosa Explains 1000cc RC213V

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 09:06:37 -0600

2012 MotoGP 1000cc Era

From the first day of MotoGP testing at Sepang, Malaysia, last week, Repsol Honda's Dani Pedrosa was showing the quickness of the RC213V, which features the 1000cc engine.

2012 MotoGP Sepang I Test | Wallpaper

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:01:25 -0600

2012 MotoGP Testing

The first official test of the 2012 MotoGP Championship debuted the prototypes of the 1000cc era, and the new Claiming Rule Teams.

And when the three-day test at Sepang, Malaysia, wrapped up Thursday, the 1000cc machine bikes were beyond lethal to previous lap times at the circuit.

IOM TT Star Hutchinson Breaks Leg...Again

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:12:06 -0600

Isle of Man TT News

In the 2010 Isle of Man TT, Ian Hutchinson made history, winning all five solo TT races, immediately giving him icon status.

But in September of that year, Hutchinson crashed aboard the Swan Yamaha during the Silverstone round of British Supersport, breaking his leg.

Marquez to Miss Valencia Moto2 Test

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 05:28:17 -0600

2012 Moto2 Testing

The runner-up in last year's Moto2 World Championship, Repsol's Marc Marquez has postponed his first ride of 2012 until a later date.

Marquez had originally been scheduled to take part in the Feb. 8-10 test at the Ricardo Tormo circuit, but has elected to sit out the visit to Valencia in order to continue his recovery from eye surgery.

Honda TT Legends: 2012 Rider Lineup

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 04:44:20 -0600

2012 Endurance World Championship Teams

The Honda TT Legends Team will again launch an assault on the FIM Endurance World Championship and other road-racing events.

As the UK-based team enters its second year of competition, competing on the CBR1000RR, which celebrates its 20th anniversary for 2012.

Tomac Leads into Anaheim II Supercross

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 04:27:25 -0600

2012 AMA Supercross Championship

With the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series in the middle of four straight weeks in the state of California, GEICO Honda's riders are taking the opportunity to stay out West and train together ahead of this weekend's second stop at Angel Stadium of Anaheim.

Spies & Lorenzo: Sepang I Test Wrap

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:26:06 -0600

2012 MotoGP Test

The Yamaha Factory Racing duo of Jorge Lorenzo and Ben Spies wrapped up the three-day Sepang I MotoGP test Thursday, getting much work done on the YZR-M1.

Ducati: The Pikes Peak Story (Video)

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 13:52:32 -0600

2012 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb

In the 2011 edition of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, Carlin Dunne not only won the 1205cc class aboard a Ducati Multistrada 1200, he also set the all-time motorcycle record.

Rossi: Ducati 'Reacts Well to Changes'

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:27:10 -0600

2012 MotoGP Testing

When the first official testing session in 2012 MotoGP wrapped up Thursday at Sepang International Circuit, Ducati Team's Valentino Rossi improved his Wednesday time by over a second.

Stoner Dominates Sepang MotoGP Test

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 09:56:18 -0600

2012 MotoGP Testing

The man who won 10 races in 2011 en route to his second MotoGP title dominated the final day of testing at Sepang International Circuit Thursday.

Casey Stoner proved just how quick the 1000cc prototypes are over the previous-era's 800cc machines, the Repsol Honda rider breaking the 2:00 barrier; the Australian posted a 1:59.607 aboard the RC213V.

Bridgestone Reviews Sepang I MotoGP Test

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 07:53:36 -0600

2012 MotoGP Tests

The first round of MotoGP testing for the 2012 season has been completed following the end of the first Sepang test with Bridgestone undertaking extensive assessment of its 2012 specification tires.

Rossi: 'Another Positive Day' on Ducati

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:40:24 -0600

2012 Sepang I MotoGP Test

Valentino Rossi and Nicky Hayden continued progress on the Ducati GP12 Wednesday during the second day of MotoGP testing at Sepang International Circuit, Malaysia.

Scott Russell Returns to YCRS for 2012

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 12:45:49 -0600

Yamaha Champions Riding School

The Yamaha Champions Riding School is very pleased to announce that Scott Russell, the former AMA Pro Superbike and World Superbike Champion nicknamed "Mr. Daytona" for his five wins in the Daytona 200, will return as a Guest Instructor for the 2012 season.

Yamaha's Jarvis Previews 2012 MotoGP

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 12:21:57 -0600

2012 MotoGP Prep Video

While Yamaha Factory Racing riders Jorge Lorenzo and Ben Spies were participating in the second day of testing at Sepang International Circuit Wednesday, the team's Managing Director, Lin Jarvis, previewed the upcoming 2012 MotoGP Championship.

Althea Ducati: Superbike Livery Launch

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 11:11:52 -0600

2012 World Superbike

With the World Superbike Championship weeks away, the Althea Ducati team held a presentation to the press and its sponsors at the team's HQ in Civita Castellana, Italy.

On hand were the 2012 WSBK Althea Ducati riders - the reigning champion, Carlos Checa, and his new teammate, 2011 Superstock 1000 Cup Champion Davide Giugliano.

Sepang MotoGP Test: Stoner Tops Day 2

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:50:23 -0600

2012 MotoGP Test

Although he missed out on Tuesday due to pulling out his back while stretching, Casey Stoner quickly returned to his MotoGP-Championship winning ways, topping Wednesday's test at Sepang International Circuit.

MotoGP Test: Spies Leads Midway, Day 2

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 05:33:34 -0600

2012 Sepang 1 MotoGP Test

Track conditions at Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia were much better Wednesday for the start of day 2 in the first official test of 2012 MotoGP.

AMA Supercross: Rattray Injury Update

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 05:16:18 -0600

AMA Supercross Lites

During Oakland AMA Supercross, Monster Energy/Pro Circuit Kawasaki Lites rider Tyla Rattray crashed during his heat race, injuring his back.

After further evaluation, the South African rider, who finished fourth in Los Angeles, third in Phoenix and second in the season-opener at Anaheim, suffered a concussion and fracture to his C7 vertabrae.

MotoGP Test: Stoner Pulls Muscle on Day 1

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:03:30 -0600

2012 MotoGP Tests, Sepang I

Many were anticipating to see Casey Stoner pilot the Repsol Honda RC213V with the number one plate Tuesday at Sepang, but the Australian wasn't on the track.

KTM's Baylor Wins First AMA National Enduro

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 09:41:02 -0600

2012 AMA National Enduro Series Results

The 17-year-old Steward Baylor continues to impress off-road fans with his fast-speed and technical abilities on his KTM motorcycle at such a young age. This past weekend in Sumter, S.C., he stepped up his game again when he took his first-ever pro career AMA National Enduro Series win.

Valentino Rossi on GP12: 'I Like the Bike'

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 09:17:44 -0600

2012 Ducati MotoGP Testing News

In 40 days, Ducati has totally transformed the GP12 that Valentino Rossi will use in the 2012 MotoGP Championship. And everything is up to par, according to VR46.

MotoGP: First Official Ducati GP12 Pics

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 08:34:22 -0600

2012 MotoGP Official Testing

The Ducati Team duo of Valentino Rossi and Nicky Hayden got their first impressions Tuesday of the totally revamped GP12 that will be used in the 2012 MotoGP Championship.

Bazzaz: $50K to AMA Pro Racing Contingency

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 07:05:02 -0600

2012 AMA Pro Road Racing

Bazzaz, a maker of electronic engine management systems for motorcycles, has reported it partnered with AMA Pro Road Racing for the 2012 season, and will offer over $50,000 in racer contingency.

Sponsored riders with podium finishes in American Superbike, Daytona Sportbike, and SuperSport classes will receive cash awards as follows.

AMA/KTM Dual Sport Series: Bike Winner

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 06:51:25 -0600

AMA KTM Dual Sport Trial Riding Series Contest

American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) member Randy Odom of St. Louis will take his dual-sport passion to an entirely new level this summer.

Sepang MotoGP Test: Lorenzo Leads Day 1

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 06:19:51 -0600

2012 MotoGP Testing

The 2012 MotoGP Championship officially began Tuesday with the first of three test days at Sepang in Malaysia.

And not only was it the first day for riders to get on track following the long winter break, but also the first day to experience the 1000cc MotoGP prototypes in an official situation, with official timing.

Isle of Man TT Star Keith Amor Retires

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 14:07:48 -0600

International Road Racing

On Monday, Keith Amor made the toughest announcement of his 10-year road racing career - retirement.

The 39-year-old Scottish rider, who took second overall in the 2011 Isle of Man TT Championship behind fellow Honda TT Legends rider John McGuinness, was forced to retire from road racing due to serious shoulder injury.

Harley Insurance: Flat Track Title Sponsor

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:00:45 -0600

2012 AMA Pro Flat Track News

Officials from AMA Pro Racing and Harley-Davidson Insurance have extended their existing partnership, which names Harley-Davidson Insurance as the Official Insurance of AMA Pro Flat Track and title sponsor of the AMA Pro Flat Track Harley-Davidson Insurance Grand National Championship presented by Motorcycle-Superstore.com and the premier AMA Pro Har

Oakland SX: Stewart Wrap & Wallpaper

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:41:16 -0600

2012 AMA Supercross Wallpaper

When James Stewart won the Oakland round of the 2012 AMA Supercross Championship in O.com Stadium Saturday evening, it was more than just his first win of the season.

Repsol Honda: MotoGP Welcome Party

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:01:02 -0600

2012 MotoGP

After a long winter break, the 2012 MotoGP Championship officially begins this Tuesday with the first testing session at Sepang, Malaysia.

And to celebrate, the Repsol Honda MotoGP team held a presentation Monday at the Pan Pacific Hotel in Kuala Lumpur.