Racing News

Tommy Hill Signs For Worx Crescent

Nov 11 2009 10:10PM

At season end for 2009, Worx Crescent Suzuki signaled their intention to return to the British Superbike Championship with a two-man team in 2010.

MotoGP, Valencia Test - Day Three Times

Nov 11 2009 10:08PM

MotoGP day three test times from Valencia.

MotoGP, Valencia Test - Day Two Times

Nov 10 2009 11:50PM

MotoGP test times from day two at Valencia.

MotoGP, Valencia Test - Day One Times

Nov 9 2009 11:14PM

MotoGP Valencia test, day one results.

MotoGP, Valencia - Race Results

Nov 8 2009 4:08PM

MotoGP race results from Valencia.

World Superbikes, Portimao Test Times

Oct 28 2009 10:47PM

Combined World Superbike test times from Portimao.

World Superbikes, Portimao - Post Race Riders' Comments

Oct 25 2009 11:06PM

World Superbike post race riders' comments from Portimao.

MotoGP, Sepang - Post Race Riders' Comments

Oct 25 2009 10:51PM

Post race riders' comments following the Sepang MotoGP round.

World Superbikes, Portimao - Race Results

Oct 25 2009 10:01PM

World Superbike race results from Portimao where Ben Spies was confirmed as World Champion.

MotoGP, Sepang - Race Results

Oct 25 2009 9:56PM

MotoGP race results from Sepang where Valentino Rossi is crowned World Champion.

World Superbikes, Portimao - Qualifying Results

Oct 24 2009 4:53PM

World Superbike qualifying results from Portimao.

World Supersport, Portimao - Qualifying Results

Oct 24 2009 4:50PM

World Supersport qualifying from Portimao.

MotoGP, Sepang - Qualifying Results

Oct 24 2009 12:58PM

MotoGP qualifying results from Sepang.

World Superbikes, Portimao - First Qualifying Session Times

Oct 23 2009 11:13PM

Opening qualifying session times for the World Superbike class in Portimao.

World Supersport, Portimao - Qualifying Session One Times

Oct 23 2009 11:12PM

The World Supersport opening free practice session times from Portimao.

MotoGP, Sepang - Friday Practice Times

Oct 23 2009 11:07PM

Friday's MotoGP practice times from Sepang.

Sykes Joins Kawasaki World Superbike Team

Oct 21 2009 12:00PM

Following the recent announcement that Chris Vermeulen would be riding for the PBM Kawasaki World Superbike squad, the team has also announced that it has signed Tom Sykes.

MotoGP, Sepang - Build Up

Oct 20 2009 11:29PM

Riders' comments in the build up to the penultimate round of the 2009 MotoGP season, at Sepang in Malaysia.

MotoGP, Philip Island - Race Results

Oct 18 2009 1:02PM

MotoGP race results from Philip Island in Australia.

MotoGP, Philip Island - Qualifying Results

Oct 17 2009 11:53AM

MotoGP qualifying results from Philip Island.

Guintoli And Haslam Sign For Alstare Suzuki

Oct 12 2009 5:09PM

It has been confirmed today that Alstare Suzuki's rider line-up for the 2010 World Superbike Championship will be Sylvain Guintoli and Leon Haslam.

2010 British Superbike Calendar Revealed

Oct 12 2009 10:07AM

The 2010 British Superbike calendar has been announced.

British Superbikes, Oulton Park - Race Results

Oct 11 2009 7:40PM

British Superbike race results from Oulton Park.

Haslam To Part Company With Stiggy Racing

Oct 8 2009 9:55AM

Stiggy Racing has announced that Leon Haslam will leave the World Superbike team at the end of the season.

World Superbike 2010 Provisional Calendar

Oct 6 2009 5:30PM

World Superbike 2010 provisional calendar.

Vermeulen Signs For Kawasaki In World Superbikes

Oct 5 2009 12:16PM

Chris Vermeulen, one of the few riders to win both MotoGP and World Superbike races, has joined the Kawasaki World Superbike Racing Team for the 2010 season.

World Superbikes, Magny-Cours - Race Results

Oct 4 2009 4:24PM

World Superbike race results from Magny-Cours.

MotoGP, Estoril - Race Results

Oct 4 2009 4:20PM

MotoGP race results from Estoril.

Spies Move To Tech 3 Yamaha Confirmed For 2010

Oct 1 2009 1:39PM

As has been expected, Yamaha has announced that Ben Spies will join Tech 3, the satellite Yamaha MotoGP team, in 2010.

Camier To Ride RSV4 At Magny Cours

Sep 30 2009 7:04PM

Just a few days after securing the British Superbike title, Leon Camier has announced he will compete in the penultimate Round of the World Superbike Championship aboard the Aprilia RSV4 this weekend.

World Superbikes, Imola - Post Race Riders' Comments

Sep 28 2009 10:15PM

Rider comments following the Imola World Superbike round.

British Superbikes, Silverstone - Race Two Results

Sep 27 2009 5:52PM

British Superbike race two results from Silverstone.

World Superbikes, Imola - Race Two Results

Sep 27 2009 3:32PM

World Superbike race two results from Imola.

British Superbikes, Silverstone - Race One Results

Sep 27 2009 2:27PM

British Superbike race one results from Silverstone.

World Superbikes, Imola - Race One Results

Sep 27 2009 12:00PM

World Superbike race one results from Imola.

World Superbikes, Imola - Pre-race Rider Comments

Sep 22 2009 11:33PM

Rider comments ahead of the Imola World Superbike round.

Ducati Re-signs Haga And Fabrizio

Sep 22 2009 11:24PM

Ducati confirms that both the Ducati Xerox riders Noriyuki Haga and Michel Fabrizio will stay with the team for 2010.

SMT Honda Back In British Superbikes With Karl Harris

Sep 16 2009 7:53PM

SMT Honda are delighted to announce that there'll be back on the grid for the final two rounds of the British Superbike series with Karl Harris on board.

Suzuki Endurance Racing Wins Bol d'Or

Sep 13 2009 7:59PM

Suzuki Endurance Racing Team has clinched victory at the 73rd Bol d'Or 24-Hour World Endurance round in France.

British Superbikes, Croft - Race Two Results

Sep 13 2009 5:23PM

British Superbike race two results from Croft.

British Superbikes, Croft - Race One Results

Sep 13 2009 2:07PM

British Superbike race one results from Croft.

British Superbikes, Croft - Qualifying Results

Sep 12 2009 3:06PM

British Superbike qualifying results from Croft.

Guintoli Re-signs With Worx Crescent Suzuki For 2010

Sep 11 2009 9:21AM

Frenchman Sylvain Guintoli has re-signed with British Superbike team Worx Crescent Suzuki for 2010.

Johnson Replaced By Mainwaring At Team Maxxis

Sep 8 2009 8:32PM

Team MAXXIS Adept-Yamaha have released Dave Johnson from his contract with the team. He has been replaced by Howie Mainwaring for the remainder of the 2009 season.

World Superbikes, Nurburgring - Post Race Rider Comments

Sep 6 2009 8:05PM

Riders' comments following the Nurburgring World Superbike round.

MotoGP, Misano - Post Race Rider Comments

Sep 6 2009 4:47PM

Post race riders' comments following the Misano MotoGP round.

World Superbikes, Nurburgring - Race Two Results

Sep 6 2009 3:58PM

World Superbike race two results from Nurburgring.

Tommy Hill Signs For Hydrex Honda For Season Remainder

Sep 6 2009 2:25PM

Shaun Muir, team principal of the Hydrex Honda team, has announced that Tommy Hill will ride for the team for the remainder of the season.

MotoGP, Misano - MotoGP Race Results

Sep 6 2009 2:05PM

MotoGP race results from Misano.

World Supersport, Nurburgring - Race Results

Sep 6 2009 2:00PM

World Supersport race results from Nurburgring.

MotoGP, Misano - 250cc Grand Prix Race Results

Sep 6 2009 12:45PM

250cc Grand Prix race results from Misano.

World Superbikes, Nurburgring - Race One Result

Sep 6 2009 12:35PM

World Superbike race one results from Nurburgring.

Pedrosa And Dovizioso Finally Sign With Honda For 2010

Sep 6 2009 12:10PM

Both of the Repsol Honda riders have signed on to remain wth the factory Honda MotoGP team in 2010.

Karl Harris To Stand In For Kirkham At Croft

Sep 6 2009 11:51AM

After being sacked by Hydrex Honda earlier in the week, Karl Harris has been snapped up by Rob Mac to replace the injured Jon Kirkham on the Node 4 Yamaha for the next BSB round at Croft.

MotoGP, Misano - 125cc Grand Prix Race Results

Sep 6 2009 11:47AM

125cc Grand Prix race results from Misano.

World Superbikes, Nurburgring - Qualifying Results

Sep 5 2009 4:07PM

World Superbike qualifying times from Nurburgring.

MotoGP, Misano - Qualifying Results

Sep 5 2009 4:05PM

MotoGP qualifying results from Misano.

Ben Spies To Stay In Superbikes Before Moving To MotoGP In 2011

Sep 4 2009 5:54PM

Ben Spies has penned a deal which will keep him in World Superbikes with Yamaha in 2010 before moving to a satellite Yamaha MotoGP team in 2011.

MotoGP, Misano - Combined Free Practice Times

Sep 4 2009 5:46PM

Combined MotoGP free practice times from Misano.

Hydrex Honda Confirms Karl Harris Split

Sep 4 2009 12:50PM

Hydrex Honda has today announced that they have parted company with Karl Harris with immediate effect.

Hayden To Continue With Ducati In 2010

Sep 3 2009 11:54PM

Ducati Corse has announced that Nicky Hayden will continue with the MotoGP team in 2010, alongside Casey Stoner.

Muggeridge To Replace Neukirchner In Germany

Sep 3 2009 10:52PM

Team Suzuki Alstare Brux rider Yukio Kagayama will be joined at this weekend's World Superbike round at the Nurburgring in Germany by former Supersport team rider Karl Muggeridge after Max Neukirchner has been advised not to ride by his doctors.

World Superbikes, Nürburgring - Build Up

Sep 2 2009 9:17PM

Riders comments ahead of the World Superbike round at Nürburgring.

MotoGP, Misano - Build Up

Sep 2 2009 8:58PM

Riders comments in the build up to the Misano MotoGP round.

British Superbikes, Cadwell Park - Post Race Rider Comments

Aug 31 2009 11:25PM

Post race riders' comments following the Cadwell Park British Superbike round.

British Superbikes, Cadwell Park - Race Two Results

Aug 31 2009 5:42PM

British Superbike race two results from Cadwell Park.

British Superbikes, Cadwell Park - Race One Results

Aug 31 2009 1:55PM

British Superbike race one results from Cadwell Park.

MotoGP, Indianapolis - Post Race Rider Comments

Aug 30 2009 11:24PM

Post race riders' comments following the Indianapolis MotoGP race.

MotoGP, Indianapolis - Race Results

Aug 30 2009 9:32PM

MotoGP race results from Indianapolis.

British Superbikes, Cadwell Park - Qualifying Results

Aug 30 2009 5:33PM

British Superbike qualifying results from Cadwell Park.

MotoGP, Indianapolis - Qualifying Times

Aug 30 2009 5:55AM

MotoGP qualifying times from Indianapolis.

Rizla Suzuki Finally Confirms Capirossi For 2010

Aug 27 2009 6:54PM

Rizla Suzuki has now announced that Capirossi will remain with the squad and has signed a one year contract.

Lorenzo Signs One Year Extension At Yamaha

Aug 25 2009 12:47PM

Yamaha has announced today that Jorge Lorenzo, subject of much speculation over the last few weeks, has put pen to paper and signed a contract extention for 2010.

Chad Reed Clinches AMA Motorcross Championship

Aug 24 2009 7:52PM

Rockstar Makita Suzuki's Chad Reed clinched the 2009 AMA Motocross Championship with two rounds remaining at Budds Creek Motocross Park in Mechanicsville, Maryland.

MotoGP, Indianapolis Build Up - Rider Comments

Aug 24 2009 11:54AM

Rider comments in the build up to the Indianapolis MotoGP round.

Airwaves To Step Down As GSE Title Sponsor

Aug 22 2009 11:52AM

Wrigley's Airwaves has announced that it will step down as the title sponsor of the Championship winning GSE Racing team at the end of the 2009 British Superbike season.

Hudson Kennaugh To Ride For Gearlink Kawasaki At Cadwell Park

Aug 20 2009 10:18AM

Hudson Kennaugh will line up on the grid for Gearlink Kawasaki at the next British Superbike round, which takes place at the end of the month at Cadwell Park.

Espargaro To Deputise For Kallio At Indianapolis And Misano

Aug 19 2009 6:44PM

Pramac Racing has today announced that Aleix Espargaro will be replacing Mika Kallio on their Ducati for the next two rounds.

Guintoli To Return For Cadwell Park

Aug 18 2009 9:56PM

Following a track test late this afternoon, the Worx Crescent Suzuki team have confirmed that Sylvain Guintoli will be returning to race at the next round of the British Superbikes championship at Cadwell Park on August 29-31.

MotoGP, Brno - Test Times And Riders' Comments

Aug 17 2009 7:50PM

Monday's MotoGP test times and riders' comments.

Mladin Takes Seventh AMA Superbike Title

Aug 17 2009 7:40PM

Rockstar Makita Suzuki's Mat Mladin won his seventh AMA Superbike Championship with two races remaining in the series at Virginia International Raceway in Alton, Virginia, on Sunday afternoon.

Bautista Two Year Deal Announced By Suzuki MotoGP

Aug 16 2009 5:44PM

Suzuki has announced that Alvaro Bautista will join its MotoGP team in a two year deal, to contest the 2010 and 2011 MotoGP World Championships.

MotoGP, Brno - Post Race Rider Comments

Aug 16 2009 4:26PM

Riders' post race comments after the MotoGP round at Brno.

MotoGP, Brno - Race Results

Aug 16 2009 2:05PM

MotoGP race results from Brno.

MotoGP, Brno - 250cc Race Results

Aug 16 2009 12:25PM

250cc Grand Prix race results from Brno.

MotoGP, Brno - 125cc Race Results

Aug 16 2009 11:05AM

125cc Grand Prix race results from Brno.

MotoGP, Brno - Qualifying Results

Aug 15 2009 2:17PM

MotoGP qualifying results from Brno.

MotoGP, Brno - 125cc Qualifying Results

Aug 15 2009 1:11PM

125cc Grand Prix qualifying results from Brno.

Pedrosa And Dovizioso To Remain At Repsol Honda

Aug 15 2009 11:53AM

HRC President, Tetsuo Suzuki, has confirmed that Pedrosa and Dovizioso will remain with the Repsol Honda team for next season, bringing an end to the rumours about the team taking Jorge Lorenzo on board.

Melandri Confirmed At Gresini Honda For 2010

Aug 15 2009 11:44AM

Fausto Gresini has announced that Marco Melandri will line up alongside Marco Simoncelli in the San Carlo Honda Gresini Team for 2010.

Kennaugh Splits From Linxcel-Seton Tuning

Aug 13 2009 3:58PM

After some disappointing results it has been mutually agreed that Hudson Kennaugh will leave the Linxcel-Seton Tuning team with immediate effect.

MotoGP, Brno Build Up - Rider Comments

Aug 10 2009 8:59PM

Riders' comments in the build up to round eleven of the 2009 MotoGP round in Brno.

Stoner Ruled Out For Three Rounds

Aug 10 2009 3:54PM

MotoGP Championship contender, Casey Stoner, has ruled himself out of the next three rounds in an effort to finally rid himself of the debilitating illness which has plagued him over the last five rounds.

British Superbikes, Brands Hatch - Post Race Rider's Comments

Aug 9 2009 8:26PM

Riders' comments following the Brands Hatch round of British Superbikes.

British Superbikes, Brands Hatch - Race Three Results

Aug 9 2009 5:32PM

British Superbike race three results from Brands Hatch.

British Superbikes, Brands Hatch - Race Two Results

Aug 9 2009 1:52PM

British Superbike race two results from Brands Hatch.

British Superbikes, Brands Hatch - Race One Results

Aug 9 2009 1:51PM

BSB race one results from Brands Hatch.

British Superbikes, Brands Hatch - Qualifying Results

Aug 8 2009 2:01PM

British Superbike qualifying results from Brands Hatch.

British Superbikes, Brands Hatch - Free Practice Times (3)

Aug 8 2009 11:24AM

British Superbikes Saturday morning's free practice session three times from Brands Hatch.

British Superbikes, Brands Hatch - Free Practice Times (1 and 2)

Aug 7 2009 4:57PM

British Superbikes free practice times from Friday at Brands Hatch.

MSS Colchester Kawasaki Gains Confused.com Sponsor

Aug 7 2009 9:54AM

MSS Colchester Kawasaki has announced that Confused.com has signed up to be title sponsors of the team at this weekend's Brands Hatch British Superbike round.

Rutter To Replace Injured Andrews At Brands Hatch

Aug 6 2009 3:47PM

Michael Rutter will stand in to replace the injured Simon Andrews at Brands Hatch this weekend. Rutter will partner regular MSS Colchester Kawasaki BSB rider, Frenchman Julien da Costa.

De Puniet Has Surgery On Broken Ankle

Aug 5 2009 10:06PM

Randy de Puniet has undergone surgery following a training accident which saw him fracture his ankle.

Worx Crescent Suzuzki Heads To Brands Hatch

Aug 4 2009 7:42PM

The Worx Crescent Suzuzki team head to Kent’s Brands Hatch GP circuit this weekend for the eighth round of the British Superbikes Championship with Tommy Hill aboard the GXX-R1000.

Paul Bird Motorsport Announces New Rider And Sponsor

Aug 4 2009 6:51PM

With less than a week to go before their guest appearance in the British Superbike Championship, former double BSB Champions and World Superbike Championship team, Paul Bird Motorsport, will have both a new sponsor as well as a replacement rider at the meeting.

Da Costa To Ride Kawasaki GP Bike At Brands Hatch

Aug 4 2009 6:34PM

MSS Colchester Kawasaki Superbike rider, and current World Endurance Champion, Julian Da Costa will realise a long held ambition at Brands Hatch on 8 and 9.

Mat Mladin Announces Retirement

Aug 3 2009 1:19PM

Six time AMA Superbike Champion, Mat Mladin, has announced that he is to retire at the end of the season.

BJ Toal Joins Centurion Racing

Jul 28 2009 11:13PM

Centurion Racing today announced a mid-season change of line up, with BJ Toal joining the team for the rest of the '09 season.

Provisional 2010 MotoGP Calendar Announced

Jul 28 2009 4:54PM

The FIM has announced the provisional 2010 MotoGP calendar.

World Superbikes, Brno - Post Race Rider's Comments

Jul 26 2009 5:53PM

Rider's comments following the Brno round of the World Superbike Championship.

MotoGP, Donington Park - Race Results And Rider's Comments

Jul 26 2009 4:40PM

MotoGP race results and post race rider's comments from Donington Park.

World Superbikes, Brno - Race Two Results

Jul 26 2009 3:58PM

World Superbike race two results from Brno.

MotoGP, Donington Park - 250cc Race Results

Jul 26 2009 3:18PM

250cc Grand Prix race results from Donington Park.

MotoGP, Donington Park - 125cc Race Results

Jul 26 2009 2:48PM

125cc Grand Prix race result from Donington Park.

World Supersport, Brno - Race Results

Jul 26 2009 1:54PM

World Supersport race results from Brno.

World Superbikes, Brno - Race One Results

Jul 26 2009 1:32PM

World Superbike race one results from Brno.

World Superbikes, Brno - Qualifying Times

Jul 25 2009 4:21PM

World Superbike qualifying results from Brno.

MotoGP, Donington Park - 250cc Qualifying Times

Jul 25 2009 4:19PM

250cc Grand Prix qualifying times from Donington Park.

MotoGP, Donington Park - Qualifying Times And Rider's Comments

Jul 25 2009 3:23PM

MotoGP qualifying times from Donington Park.

MotoGP, Donington Park - 125cc Qualifying Times

Jul 25 2009 3:11PM

125cc Grand Prix qualifying times from Donington Park.

World Supersport, Brno - Qualifying Times

Jul 25 2009 3:00PM

World Supersport qualifying times from Brno.

World Superbikes, Brno - Friday Times And Rider Comments

Jul 24 2009 6:19PM

World Superbike qualifying first session times from Brno.

World Supersport, Brno - Friday Times

Jul 24 2009 6:17PM

World Supersport free practice times from Brno.

MotoGP, Donington Park - Practice Times And Rider Comments

Jul 24 2009 4:48PM

MotoGP free practice times from the opening day at Donington Park.

Paul Bird Motorsport To Race In Brands Hatch BSB Round

Jul 22 2009 8:17PM

Former double British Superbike Champions, Paul Bird Motorsport, will return to the MCE Insurance British Superbike Championship at the next round having confirmed their participation in round eight of the series to be held at Brands Hatch on August 7/8/9th.

British Superbikes Gains MCE Insurance As Title Sponsor

Jul 22 2009 10:11AM

MotorSport Vision, the commercial rights holder of the British Superbike Championship (BSB), announces MCE Insurance as the new BSB title sponsor.

World Superbikes, Brno - Build Up

Jul 20 2009 10:48PM

Rider's comments ahead of the World Superbike round at Brno.

MotoGP, Donington Park - Build Up

Jul 20 2009 7:57PM

Rider comments and views in the build up the British round of MotoGP, at Donington Park.

British Superbikes, Mallory Park - Post Race Rider's Comments

Jul 19 2009 8:16PM

Rider's comments following the British Superbike races at Mallory Park.

Josh Brookes Receives Ban For "Reckless Riding"

Jul 19 2009 7:21PM

It has been concluded that Josh Brookes had been guilty of reckless riding and riding in a manner not compatible with general safety.

Official Statement Regarding Mallory Park BSB Race One Red Flag

Jul 19 2009 6:12PM

Stuart Higgs, the Series Director of the ViSK British Superbike Championship in association with Pirelli, has explained the regulations relevant to the declaration of the result of race one of the seventh round at Mallory Park.

British Superbikes, Mallory Park - Race Two Results

Jul 19 2009 5:45PM

British Superbike race two results from Mallory Park.

MotoGP, Sachsenring - Post Race Rider's Comments

Jul 19 2009 4:59PM

Rider's comments following the MotoGP race at the Sachsenring in Germany.

MotoGP, Sachsenring - Race Results

Jul 19 2009 2:25PM

MotoGP race results from Sachsenring in Germany.

British Superbikes, Mallory Park - Race One Results

Jul 19 2009 1:56PM

British Superbike race one results from Mallory Park.

British Superbikes, Mallory Park - Qualifying Results

Jul 18 2009 5:32PM

Qualifying results from the British Superbike round at Mallory Park.

MotoGP Qualifying, Sachsenring - Results And Comments

Jul 18 2009 5:02PM

Qualifying results and rider's comments from the MotoGP Sachsenring round.

Pedrosa On The Pace In Germany

Jul 17 2009 6:20PM

The Repsol Hondas of Dani Pedrosa and Andrea Dovizioso were separated by just 0.3s seconds in today’s first practice for the German Grand Prix, yet finished in second and ninth places on the timesheets as the Sachsenring circuit produced a typically tight session.

Yamaha's Steady Start At Mallory Park

Jul 17 2009 6:18PM

Airwaves Yamaha made a steady start to Round 7 of the British Superbike Championship today. Series leader Leon Camier finished 5th overall. James Ellison ended the day 3rd.

Sachsenring High Side Leaves Vermeulen Battered And Bruised

Jul 17 2009 4:45PM

Rizla Suzuki racer Loris Capirossi made a promising start during the first practice session at Sachsenring in Germany, whilst team-mate Chris Vermeulen was left nursing bumps and bruises following a big high-side crash.

Close Opening Day For FIAT Yamaha At The Sachsenring

Jul 17 2009 4:34PM

A torrential downpour which ended just as the first free practice session began at the Sachsenring today made for a mixed opening to the German Grand Prix, with Valentino Rossi finishing a promising third and his Fiat Yamaha team-mate Jorge Lorenzo ending the day in 11th.

Solid Start In Germany For Tech 3 Yamaha

Jul 17 2009 4:26PM

Colin Edwards and James Toseland got their German MotoGP challenge off to a solid start at a weather-hit Sachsenring circuit today.

Neukirchner Injured In Comeback Ride

Jul 17 2009 1:44PM

Team Suzuki Alstare Brux rider Max Neukirchner suffered a high-speed crash at the InFront official World Superbike test at Imola in Italy and has damaged four vertebra.

Positive Imola Superbike Test For Yamaha

Jul 16 2009 10:18PM

The World Superbike Championship has the Italian round of Imola back on the calendar this year so the teams have spent the last two days testing their machines there in preparation for the upcoming races on the 27th September.

World Superbike Imola Test - Overall Times

Jul 16 2009 6:59PM

Overall times from the World Superbike test in Imola.

World Superbike Imola Test - Wednesday Times

Jul 15 2009 11:05PM

World Supersport and World Superbike test times from Wednesday at Imola.

Camier Looking To Continue Championship Lead At Mallory Park

Jul 15 2009 11:03AM

The 2009 British Superbike Championship reaches the half-way point this weekend as the series travels to the 1.4 mile Mallory Park circuit.

Stoner Expecting Hard Race In Germany

Jul 14 2009 9:14PM

Ducati Marlboro Team take their good team performance from Laguna Seca to Germany this weekend as they prepare for an even tougher challenge than usual.

Tommy Hill Ready For Worx Crescent Suzuki Debut

Jul 14 2009 7:25PM

The Worx Crescent Suzuki team head to the seventh round of the British Superbike championship at Mallory Park this weekend with their new rider Tommy Hill deputising for the injured Sylvain Guintoli.

Rizla Suzuki Determined For Sachsenring

Jul 14 2009 7:24PM

Rizla Suzuki is on the way to the eastern German circuit at Sachsenring in a determined mood to find the breakthrough that will give the team its first podium of the season.

Pedrosa Looking To Build On Results

Jul 14 2009 7:23PM

The Repsol Honda Team travels to the Sachsenring circuit in Germany this week in buoyant mood after Dani Pedrosa’s dominant win at the US Grand Prix.

Fiat Yamaha Ready For The Sachsenring

Jul 14 2009 7:20PM

After their American foray to Laguna Seca just ten days ago, the Fiat Yamaha Team is preparing for a return to European shores with the first of a double-header of races this weekend at the Sachsenring in Germany.

Rizla Suzuki On The Pace At Assen

Jun 25 2009 11:34PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP riders Chris Vermeulen and Loris Capirossi began the Dutch TT weekend at Assen in a positive style as they both showed marked improvements during today's practice session.

Rutter To Ride Worx Crescent Suzuki At Knockhill

Jun 25 2009 11:32PM

Worx Crescent Suzuki have confirmed that Michael Rutter will be riding for the team at the sixth round of the British Superbike Championship at Knockhill.

Confident Fiat Yamaha Heads For Assen

Jun 22 2009 8:01PM

The all-conquering Fiat Yamaha Team of Valentino Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo move north through Europe this weekend for the historic Dutch TT at Assen.

Repsol Honda Positive For Dutch GP

Jun 22 2009 7:58PM

The Repsol Honda Team heads to this weekend’s Dutch TT at Assen with a spring in its step after the promising results from the test session that followed the last race in Catalunya.

Rizla Suzuki Ready For Assen

Jun 22 2009 7:56PM

The MotoGP ‘Cathedral' of Assen in the Netherlands awaits Rizla Suzuki this coming Saturday, as the MotoGP field descends upon the famous circuit for the Dutch TT.

Plater Wins At Snetterton

Jun 22 2009 7:55PM

Steve Plater took both the win and the series lead when he snatched victory in the incident packed fifth round of the Fuchs/Silkolene British Supersport championship at Snetterton on Sunday to move to the top of the leaderboard on 95 points.

McGuiness Back To BSS And Finishes Fourth

Jun 22 2009 7:52PM

Fresh from his stunning Isle of Man TT exploits, Morecambe’s John McGuinness put in another storming ride in the latest round of the British Superstock Championship at Snetterton on Sunday.

Sixth For Kagayama At Misano

Jun 22 2009 7:51PM

Injured Team Suzuki Alstare Brux rider Yukio Kagayama endured difficult conditions in the rain-affected first race in today's World Superbike eighth round at Misano in Italy, and ended the 24-lapper in sixth place.

Snetterton Disappointment For Rutter

Jun 22 2009 7:49PM

Michael Rutter and the Worx Crescent Suzuki team came to the Snetterton round of the British Superbike Championship looking for podium finishes.

Plater Finishes Fourth In Opening TT Supersport Race

Jun 9 2009 8:22PM

Steve Plater rode to fourth place in the first of the two Supersport Junior TT races today at the Isle of Man TT festival where he claimed his first TT victory in the class at last year’s event.

Rizla Suzuki Ready For Barcelona

Jun 9 2009 8:19PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP is in the Catalonian capital of Barcelona for the next round of the MotoGP World Championship, with high hopes of good results at the Montmelo circuit.

McGuiness Takes TT Superbike Win

Jun 8 2009 8:04PM

Morecambe's John McGuinness won a record-breaking Superbike TT race today, coming home over 18 seconds clear of HM Plant Honda team-mate Steve Plater.

Second Place For Plater At TT

Jun 8 2009 8:03PM

Steve Plater rode to a fine second place in the six-lap Superbike race at the Isle of Man TT festival, finishing just 18 seconds away from his teammate John McGuinness.

Revised Isle Of Man TT Timetable Confirmed

Jun 8 2009 9:33AM

The revised schedule for racing at the 2009 Isle of Man TT has been confirmed by the organisers.

Guy Martin Ready For TT Start

Jun 5 2009 9:19PM

Hydrex Honda’s Guy Martin will go into tomorrow’s Isle of Man TT Superbike race as one of the pre-race favourites having lapped the Mountain Course during practice in excess of 129mph and the 27-year old will be hoping it’s the day he records his first ever TT win.

Rutter To Race For Crescent Suzuki At Snetterton

Jun 5 2009 9:17PM

The Worx Crescent Suzuki team have confirmed that Michael Rutter will race for the team at the Snetterton round of the British Superbike Championship (BSB) on June 21.

Donald Clocks First Ever 131mph Lap At TT

Jun 5 2009 8:22PM

Relentless Suzuki rider Cameron Donald has added his name to the Isle of Man TT history books, recording the first ever 131mph lap around the famous 37.73-mile circuit on his GSX-R1000 Superbike.

Bridewell To Return To British Superbikes

Jun 3 2009 11:23PM

Following on from an injury-hit season in Italian Superbikes and a disappointing start to this year, Wiltshire road racer Tommy Bridewell will return to the ViSK.com British Superbike Championship at Snetterton on June 19/21.

Plater Settling At TT

Jun 3 2009 11:21PM

Steve Plater completed a further four laps of the 37.73-mile mountain road circuit, two on the Superstock bike and two on the Supersport and reported all was fine with both machines.

Plater Leaves Thruxton And Begins TT Practice

Jun 2 2009 6:17PM

Following his second place finish in the British Supersport round at Thruxton, Steve Plater left the circuit to travel back to the airport in time to catch his flight back to the Isle of Man to prepare for his assault of the TT course where the first timed practice evening began on Monday.

Rutter Takes Two Fifths On Suzuki BSB Debut

May 31 2009 10:22PM

Michael Rutter claimed two fifth place finishes today at the fourth round of the British Superbike Championship at the Thruxton circuit in Hampshire.

Dovizioso Battles To Fourth As Pedrosa Crashes

May 31 2009 10:20PM

Repsol Honda’s Andrea Dovizioso produced a fantastic display of never-say-die riding today, leading the Italian Grand Prix for seven laps and coming within 0.053s of a podium finish.

Top Seven Finishes In Mugello For Tech 3 Yamaha

May 31 2009 10:19PM

Brilliant wet and dry weather performances from Colin Edwards and James Toseland handed the Monster Yamaha Tech 3 squad a deserved double top ten finish in an enthralling flag-to-flag Italian MotoGP race in Mugello today.

Double Podium For Fiat Yamaha

May 31 2009 10:18PM

Jorge Lorenzo and Valentino Rossi took battling podium positions in the Italian Grand Prix today, after an action-packed afternoon saw the riders forced to swap bikes for the second race in a row due to changing weather conditions.

Capirossi Just Misses Mugello Podium

May 31 2009 10:14PM

Loris Capirossi was just over one second away from scoring a sensational podium on his Rizla Suzuki GSV-R at his home Grand Prix at Mugello in Italy today.

Hard Work For Repsol Honda In Italy

May 29 2009 11:17PM

Repsol Honda riders Dani Pedrosa and Andrea Dovizioso opened their accounts with the fourth and ninth fastest times as they began the meticulous bike set-up process ahead of Sunday’s 23-lap race.

Rizla Suzuki Looking For More At Mugello

May 29 2009 11:07PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP completed the first free practice session at Mugello in Italy today with Loris Capirossi less than a second off a provisional front row start at his home Grand Prix.

Steady Start In Italy For Tech 3 Yamaha

May 29 2009 11:05PM

Colin Edwards and James Toseland made a strong start to the Italian MotoGP weekend in Mugello today, the Monster Yamaha Tech 3 duo finishing opening free practice in fifth and 11th places respectively.

Fiat Yamaha Pair Set Mugello Pace

May 29 2009 11:04PM

The Fiat Yamaha pairing of Jorge Lorenzo and Valentino Rossi got off to a flying start at the Italian Grand Prix today, taking the top two spots in the opening practice session at Mugello.

Injured De Dycker Heads To Mallory Park

May 27 2009 11:54PM

Teka Suzuki World MX1's Ken De Dycker will travel to Mallory Park and the British Grand Prix for the seventh round of the FIM MX1 World Championship in spite of damaged shoulder ligaments and a splinter fracture of his right hand.

Ben Spies Ready For Home Superbike Round

May 27 2009 11:49PM

After a mixed race weekend in South Africa, The Yamaha World Superbike Team is heading to the Miller MotorSports Park in Salt Lake City in confident mood for the US round of the 2009 World Superbike Championship.

Rizla Suzuki Heads To France

May 12 2009 11:50PM

Le Mans in France is the next stop for Rizla Suzuki MotoGP on the 2009 MotoGP calendar with both riders in a confident mood to kick-start their seasons at the famous French circuit.

Fiat Yamaha Looking Forward To Le Mans

May 12 2009 11:49PM

The Fiat Yamaha Team heads to the historic circuit of Le Mans this weekend after a largely successful start to the season that has seen them take two pole positions, two wins and three podiums as a team in the first three races.

Monza Drama For Ben Spies

May 10 2009 11:09PM

It was a dramatic race day in Monza today for the World Superbike Championship as Yamaha rider and pole position starter Ben Spies again suffered the two extremes of racing, the victory and victory snatched away.

Neukirchner Injured In Monza Smash

May 10 2009 11:07PM

The fifth round of this year's Superbike World Championship at Monza will be one to forget for Team Suzuki Alstare Brux after a serious crash on the opening lap of the first race ended with Max Neukirchner breaking his right femur and suffering three broken bones in the lower leg and foot.

Points For Parkes At Assen

May 10 2009 11:03PM

After missing the previous round of the World Superbike Championship at Assen with shoulder injuries, PBM Kawasaki team rider Broc Parkes bounced back in inimitable fashion to record a pair of points scoring rides at round five of the series which was held at Monza in Italy today.

Monza Front Row For Neukirchner

May 9 2009 9:45PM

Team Suzuki Alstare Brux rider Max Neukirchner will start tomorrow's Monza World Superbike race in Italy from the front row of the grid for the first time this season after posting the fourth quickest time in Superpole 1 today.

Spies Takes Pole Again

May 9 2009 9:43PM

To the delight of The Yamaha World Superbike Team's home crowd rider Ben Spies effortlessly rode his R1 to take an incredible fifth consecutive Superpole of the year, again breaking the lap record in the process.

Neukirchner Looking For Monza Win

May 7 2009 11:21PM

Team Suzuki Alstare Brux rider Max Neukirchner won his first ever WSBK race at Monza last year and is hoping that history will repeat itself this coming Sunday at the 5.793 kilometre circuit for round five of the 2009 series.

Motorbike Sport For Sale

May 5 2009 7:05PM

Motorbikesport.co.uk is for sale. Sensible offers invited.

Double Win For Camier At Oulton Park

May 4 2009 9:11PM

Airwaves Yamaha rider Leon Camier leaves Oulton Park today leading the British Superbike Championship by 11 points after securing a career-first double victory.

Two Oulton Park Podiums For Guintoli

May 4 2009 8:40PM

Sylvain Guintoli served notice today that he is very much a real contender for the BSB championship crown.

Dan Cooper Takes Supersport Win

May 4 2009 8:35PM

Dan Cooper took a stunning maiden win for the Centurion Racing team at round two of the Fuchs-Silkolene British Supersport Championship at Oulton Park today, 4th May.

MotoGP, Jerez - Race Result

May 3 2009 2:44PM

MotoGP race result from Jerez in Spain.

250cc Grand Prix, Jerez - Race Result

May 3 2009 12:59PM

250cc Grand Prix race result from Jerez in Spain.

125cc Grand Prix, Jerez - Race Result

May 3 2009 11:30AM

125cc Grand Prix race result from Jerez where Bradley Smith collected his first win.

Edwards Qualifies Seventh, Toseland Fourteenth

May 2 2009 4:14PM

Colin Edwards rode his Monster Yamaha Tech 3 machine to a brilliant seventh place in today's Spanish MotoGP qualifying session at a sun-drenched Jerez circuit.

Lorenzo Takes Jerez Pole Position

May 2 2009 3:33PM

Man-of-the-moment Jorge Lorenzo put in a blistering qualifying display at his home race in Jerez this afternoon to take his fifth pole with Yamaha in MotoGP.

MotoGP, Jerez - Free Practice Times

May 1 2009 4:03PM

Friday's MotoGP free practice times from Jerez.

Guintoli Confident For Oulton Park

Apr 29 2009 9:26PM

Worx Crescent Suzuki’s Sylvain Guintoli faces the daunting challenge of the Oulton Park circuit this May Bank Holiday.

Fiat Yamaha Look To Continue Form In Spain

Apr 28 2009 9:21PM

The Fiat Yamaha Team is riding high after a one-two from Jorge Lorenzo and Valentino Rossi in Japan last weekend and the pair will be targeting more glory this week as they look to continue their stunning start to the season.

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP Heads Back To Europe For Jerez

Apr 28 2009 9:18PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP has made the long trip back to Europe from Japan for the latest round of the 2009 World Championship, as the MotoGP circus heads to Jerez in Spain for the third round of the 2009 MotoGP World Championship.

Steve Ramon Sidelined With Fractured Neck

Apr 28 2009 9:06PM

Teka Suzuki World MX1's Steve Ramon is likely to miss up to three months of world championship action after the Belgian was yesterday diagnosed with a fractured C7 vertebrae.

Dungey Wins AMA West Coast Lites Supercross Championship

Apr 28 2009 9:05PM

Rockstar Makita Suzuki's Ryan Dungey has won the AMA West Coast Lites Supercross Championship after victory in Saturday night's Salt Lake City round at Rice Eccles Stadium in Utah.

Airwaves Yamaha Heads To Oulton Park

Apr 27 2009 7:59PM

Following a remarkable start to their title defence at Brands Hatch last time out, Airwaves Yamaha head to Oulton Park in Cheshire this Bank Holiday weekend for the second round of the British Superbike series determined to secure more valuable championship points.

Cookstown Hat Trick For Farquhar

Apr 27 2009 7:57PM

Ryan Farquhar's successful start to the 2009 season continued on Saturday when he took a superb hat-trick at the Cookstown 100, the opening race of the Irish National Road Race Championship.

Hydrex Honda Looking Forward To Oulton Park

Apr 27 2009 7:56PM

Following on from a solid start to the season at the first round of the 2009 British Superbike Championship, Hydrex Honda Team riders Karl Harris and Stuart Easton are hoping to take their success forward when round two of the series visits Oulton Park next weekend.

Haga Breaks Assen Win Drought

Apr 26 2009 11:00PM

The Dutch crowds were witness to two spectacular Superbike races today at the historic TT circuit and Noriyuki Haga followed up a second place finish in Race 1 with a brilliant victory in Race 2, his second win at this track after the first, achieved nine years back in the year 2000.

Difficult Day For Suzuki Alstare Brux

Apr 26 2009 10:57PM

Team Suzuki Alstare Brux rider Max Neukirchner endured a difficult day in the fourth round of the Superbike World Championship at Assen in Holland, but still managed to take a hard-fought for ninth place in the second race.

Mixed Results For Spies In Japan

Apr 26 2009 10:54PM

It was another mixed weekend's racing for the Yamaha World Superbike Team at the famous TT circuit in Assen.

World Superbike, Assen - Race Two Results

Apr 26 2009 3:29PM

World Superbike race two results from Assen.

World Superbike, Assen - Race One Results

Apr 26 2009 12:04PM

World Superbike race one results from Assen.

Battling Third Place For Pedrosa At Motegi

Apr 26 2009 10:49AM

Dani Pedrosa rode to a brilliant podium finish from eleventh on the grid today as the Japanese Grand Prix produced a thrilling race for the Repsol Honda Team at Honda’s home event.

Disappointment In Japan For Rizla Suzuki

Apr 26 2009 10:47AM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP riders Loris Capirossi and Chris Vermeulen raced their Suzuki GSV-R's to seventh and 10th places respectively at today's Japanese Grand Prix in Motegi.

Yamaha Take Top Positions In Motegi

Apr 26 2009 10:44AM

After it looked at one point on race-day as if the Grand Prix of Japan would be a complete washout, the sun broke through the dark clouds and streamed onto the Motegi circuit as the Fiat Yamaha team enjoyed a clean sweep of the top two spots.

MotoGP, Motegi - Race Results

Apr 26 2009 8:35AM

MotoGP race results from Motegi.

250cc Grand Prix, Motegi - Race Results

Apr 26 2009 6:47AM

250cc race results from Motegi in Japan.

125cc Grand Prix, Motegi - Race Results

Apr 26 2009 6:25AM

125cc Grand Prix race results from Motegi.

World Superbikes, Assen - Qualifying Results

Apr 25 2009 4:05PM

World Superbike qualifying results from Assen.

World Supersport, Assen - Qualifying Results

Apr 25 2009 4:04PM

World Supersport qualifying results from Assen.

Pole Position For Rossi

Apr 25 2009 1:33PM

For the second race in a row MotoGP was a victim of severe weather conditions today, when Qualifying for the Japanese Grand Prix was cancelled amidst torrential rain at the Motegi Twin Ring.

Cancelled Qualifying Puts Rizla Suzuki On The Second Row

Apr 25 2009 1:28PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP racers Chris Vermeulen and Loris Capirossi will start tomorrow's Japanese Grand Prix from fourth and sixth places on the grid respectively, after today's qualifying session was cancelled due to adverse weather conditions.

Poor Qualifying For Repsol Honda

Apr 25 2009 1:20PM

The rain gods today played havoc with the 2009 MotoGP World Championship for the second race in succession - this time causing the cancellation of qualifying for tomorrow’s Japanese Grand Prix.

Strong Start In Japan For Rizla Suzuki

Apr 24 2009 9:59AM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP began on a positive note during the first day of testing for this weekend's Japanese Grand Prix in Motegi.

Rossi Fastest In Motegi's Friday Practice

Apr 24 2009 9:58AM

Fiat Yamaha riders Valentino Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo made a promising start to Yamaha’s home Grand Prix at the Twin Ring Motegi this afternoon, with Rossi finishing at the top of the time sheets and Lorenzo close behind in third.

Donington Park To Be Sued By Owners

Apr 23 2009 9:45PM

Wheatcroft & Son Limited, the owners of Donington Park motor racing circuit, have issued legal proceedings against Donington Ventures Leisure Ltd, the operators of the circuit, seeking £2.47m in rent arrears and forfeiture of the circuit lease.

Yamaha World Superbike Team Ready For Assen

Apr 23 2009 9:18PM

The Yamaha World Superbike Team head to Assen for round four of the World Championship fresh from testing in Monza last week and looking to build on the mixed success of round three in Valencia.

Easton To Replace Injured Parkes At Assen

Apr 22 2009 9:50PM

Stuart Easton will replace regular Paul Bird Motorsport Team rider Broc Parkes at this weekend's fourth round of the World Superbike Championship at Assen.

Rizla Suzuki Heads For Japan

Apr 22 2009 9:48PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP heads to the Far East for the second round of the 2009 season as the MotoGP World Championship moves to Suzuki's ancestral home of Japan, with the team aiming for good results.

Rossi: "Stoner Will Strong Again"

Apr 20 2009 8:27PM

Fiat Yamaha riders Valentino Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo head to Japan this weekend for the second Grand Prix of 2009 at Motegi.

Yamaha Austria Racing Team Wins Le Mans

Apr 20 2009 8:23PM

The Yamaha Austria Racing Team took their first victory of the endurance season on the new 2009 YZF-R1 at Le Mans yesterday.

Dungey Wins Seattle Supercross Lites

Apr 20 2009 8:21PM

Rockstar Makita Suzuki Factory Racing's Ryan Dungey won the AMA Supercross Lites race and extended his points lead at Washington's QWest Stadium in Seattle on Saturday night.

Mixed Results At Oliver's Mount For Guy Martin

Apr 20 2009 3:41PM

Guy Martin endured a mixed day of racing at Oliver’s Mount, Scarborough on Sunday, where he was competing in the Ian Watson Spring National meeting.

Second Place Le Mans Finish For Steve Plater

Apr 20 2009 1:55PM

Steve Plater continued his run of podium finishes by securing a fine second place in the Le Mans 24 Hour World Endurance race over the weekend.

Repsol Honda Looking For Good Home Race

Apr 20 2009 1:52PM

Repsol Honda riders Dani Pedrosa and Andrea Dovizioso arrive at the Twin Ring Motegi circuit this week ready to compete in a special home race for Honda.

Farquhar Wins At Oliver's Mount

Apr 20 2009 12:23AM

Ryan Farquhar got his 2009 pure road racing season underway in fine style on Sunday when he retained the Ian Watson Trophy at Oliver’s Mount, Scarborough.

Suzuki Endurance Racing Team Takes Le Mans Podium

Apr 19 2009 6:08PM

Suzuki Endurance Racing Team riders Vincent Philippe, Barry Veneman and Guillaume Dietrich has finished third in the Le Mans 24 Hours - round one of the 2009 World Endurance Championship that finished this afternoon.

Buildbase Kawasaki Collect Brands Hatch Points

Apr 14 2009 7:20PM

The season started with strong results for Buildbase Kawasaki at Brands Hatch.

Disappointing Start For Gearlink Kawasaki

Apr 14 2009 7:07PM

What looked like a promising start to the new campaign turned sour for the Gearlink Kawasaki British Supersport team when both Chris Martin and Ben Wilson were forced to retire from the action in the opening round.

Repsol Honda Battles For Qatar Points

Apr 13 2009 10:32PM

Repsol Honda riders Andrea Dovizioso and Dani Pedrosa put on a battling display in the Qatar Grand Prix, finishing in fifth and eleventh places in the delayed opening round of the MotoGP World Championship.

Stoner Dominates In Qatar Victory

Apr 13 2009 10:18PM

Casey Stoner took a dominant victory in the opening round of 2009 MotoGP World Championship and his third in consecutive years at the Grand Prix Qatar in tonight’s rescheduled race under the floodlights of Losail.

Rossi And Lorenzo Take Qatar Podiums

Apr 13 2009 10:16PM

Valentino Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo put in a strong opening showing for the Fiat Yamaha Team tonight, finishing second and third under the Qatar floodlights after the race was delayed 24 hours following last night’s heavy rain.

Qatar Seventh Place For Vermeulen

Apr 13 2009 10:14PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP's Chris Vermeulen equalled his best-ever result at Losail in Qatar tonight by racing his Suzuki GSV-R to seventh place.

Guintoli Wins On Superbike Debut

Apr 13 2009 10:12PM

Sylvain Guintoli made good on his pole position in qualifying today at Brands Hatch, placing first and second in the two races to place his Worx Crescent Suzuki at the head the British Superbike Championship.

Camier Gives Untested Yamaha Victory

Apr 13 2009 10:11PM

Leon Camier recorded the fourth British Superbike victory of his career in round 1 of the British Superbike Championship at Brands Hatch today.

Rob Mac Racing Finds Brands Hatch Tricky

Apr 13 2009 10:08PM

Brands Hatch in Kent hosted the start of the 2009 British Superbike Championship season. After a dismal and damp 3 days of testing the sun finally came out and toasted the 25,000 race starved fans crammed into the Kent speed bowl.

Strong BSB Start For SMT Honda

Apr 13 2009 10:06PM

SMT Honda's hopes for a strong start to the 2009 British Superbike season were fully justified on Easter Monday as riders Jason O'Halloran and Adam Jenkinson gave the team three points-scoring finishes inside the top twelve at the opening round at Brands Hatch.

MotoGP Delay Until Tonight Due To Rain

Apr 13 2009 8:34AM

Rain caused disruption to the opening round of the 2009 MotoGP Championship last night, with the main race being delayed until tonight.

British Superbikes, Brands Hatch - Qualifying Results

Apr 12 2009 7:18PM

Qualifying results from round one of the British Superbike Championship at Brands Hatch.

Stoner On Pole, Hayden Struggling

Apr 12 2009 10:05AM

Casey Stoner will start the 2009 MotoGP World Championship from pole position in Qatar after a dominant performance in today’s single qualifying session, which saw Nicky Hayden suffer a spectacular crash that has left him battered, bruised and doubtful for his Ducati race debut tomorrow night.

Mixed Qualifying Results For Repsol Honda

Apr 12 2009 10:03AM

Qualifying for the Grand Prix of Qatar saw the Repsol Honda riders secure 4th and 14th places on the grid for tomorrow’s 22-lap race, with both Andrea Dovizioso and Dani Pedrosa putting in fighting performances at opposite ends of the timesheets.

Rossi And Lorenzo Qualify On Front Row

Apr 12 2009 10:01AM

Valentino Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo will share the front row for tomorrow’s season-opening Grand Prix in Qatar, having qualified second and third in tonight’s session at the Losail International Circuit.

Second Row In Qatar For Capirossi

Apr 12 2009 9:57AM

Rizla Suzuki's has Loris Capirossi qualified in the middle of the second row for tomorrow's Qatar Grand Prix, as he recorded the fifth fastest time during this evening's qualifying session.

Camier On The Pace At Brands Hatch

Apr 11 2009 7:19PM

The Airwaves Yamaha team has made a promising start to the 2009 British Superbike Championship at Brands Hatch, with Leon Camier finishing today's two practice sessions 2nd fastest. Teammate James Ellison finished 14th.

Stoner Quickest In Practice At Losail

Apr 11 2009 1:23AM

At half past ten local time this evening and with track temperatures still touching 25ºC, the MotoGP riders took to the Losail Circuit in Qatar for the first official free practice of the 2009 MotoGP World Championship.

Rossi And Lorenzo Second And Fourth

Apr 11 2009 1:20AM

The long-awaited first round of the 2009 MotoGP World Championship finally got underway in Qatar tonight, with Fiat Yamaha riders Valentino Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo making a promising start to their weekend by finishing second and fourth.

Capirossi Sixth In Opening Qatar Practice

Apr 11 2009 1:17AM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP racer Loris Capirossi began his 20th season in Grand Prix racing by recording the sixth fastest time at Losail in Qatar this evening.

Spies Fastest In Monza Superbike Test

Apr 11 2009 1:15AM

Yamaha World Superbike rider Ben Spies again proved the quickest rider on the day in his debut Monza test for the team.

Petronas Signs On As Fiat Yamaha Sponsor

Apr 9 2009 9:01PM

Yamaha Motor Co has signed a three-year agreement with PETRONAS that will see the Malaysian national oil and gas corporation become an important new Official Sponsor and Premium Partner of the Fiat Yamaha Team.

Airwaves Yamaha Looking For Brands Hatch Podiums

Apr 8 2009 7:37PM

Reigning champions Airwaves Yamaha head to Brands Hatch this Easter Bank Holiday weekend for the opening round of the 2009 British Superbike Championship.

Guintoli Confident For BSB Debut

Apr 8 2009 6:34PM

There’s a sense of expectation and excitement, calmed by experience, in the Worx Crescent Suzuki team as the last days count down to the Easter weekend's opening round of the 2009 British Superbike Championship.

Plater Drafted Into Superbikes As Brookes Is Refused UK Entry

Apr 7 2009 6:55PM

It will be a busy weekend for Woodhall Spa star Steve Plater as he has been drafted into the HM Plant British Superbike squad to deputise for Josh Brookes who was not permitted to enter the UK from his native Australia because of visa problems.

Gearlink Kawasaki Ready For Brands Hatch

Apr 7 2009 5:25PM

The Gearlink Kawasaki British Supersport team travels to Brands Hatch for the opening round of the British Supersport championship over the Easter weekend and all three riders are full of confidence after some positive testing results.

Pedrosa Happy To Have Recovered For Round One

Apr 7 2009 4:43PM

The Repsol Honda Team touches down in Qatar this week in preparation for Sunday’s opening round of the 2009 MotoGP World Championship.

Fiat Yamaha Ready For Season Start

Apr 6 2009 7:42PM

The triple-crown winning Fiat Yamaha Team of last year returns to action this weekend for the opening round of the 2009 MotoGP World Championship in Qatar.

Team HARIBO Starmix Announces Line-Up

Apr 6 2009 7:39PM

Team HARIBO Starmix, the successful Junior SuperBike team has signed a talented new young rider, Liam Lyon (20) to replace their 2008 championship contender Chris Northover (21).

Rizla Suzuki Heads To Losail

Apr 6 2009 7:34PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP travels to Losail in Qatar this coming weekend for the first round of the 2009 MotoGP season with high hopes, following its successful pre-season test programme.

Neukirchner Rides To Valencia Podium

Apr 5 2009 11:16PM

Team Suzuki Alstare Brux rider Max Neukirchner took a podium in the first race at the Valencia World Superbike Championship round today in Spain, finishing third behind Ducati team-mates Noriyuki Haga and Michel Fabrizio.

Bridewell Scores Points On Superstock Debut

Apr 5 2009 11:13PM

British rider Tommy Bridewell overcame problems to score points on his debut in the Superstock 1000 FIM Cup with a battling 13th place finish in the opening round at Valencia today.

Haga Takes Double Valencia Race Win

Apr 5 2009 8:26PM

The Ducati Xerox Team celebrated in Valencia today as the two factory riders Noriyuki Haga and Michel Fabrizio took four of the day’s six podium places.

Valencia Podium For Spies

Apr 5 2009 8:23PM

It was a mixed day for the Yamaha World Superbike Team in Valencia today.

Top Ten For Parkes In Valencia

Apr 5 2009 8:20PM

In only his third race meeting for the Paul Bird Motorsport team, Broc Parkes claimed a brilliant top ten placing in the opening race of today's Hannspree World Superbike Championship round at Valencia in Spain.

World Superbikes, Valencia - Race Two Results

Apr 5 2009 4:09PM

World Superbike race two results from Valencia.

World Supersport, Valencia - Race Results

Apr 5 2009 4:08PM

World Supersport race results from Valencia.

World Superbikes, Valencia - Race One Results

Apr 5 2009 12:58PM

World Superbike race one results from Valencia.

World Superbikes - Spies At The Front With Another Pole Position

Apr 4 2009 5:19PM

World Superbike superpole results from Valencia.

World Supersport - Cructlow Takes Supersport Pole

Apr 4 2009 5:15PM

World Supersport qualifying results from Valencia.

World Superbikes, Valencia - 2nd Qualifying Times

Apr 4 2009 12:59PM

Times from the second World Superbike qualifying session in Valencia.

World Supersport, Valencia - 2nd Free Practice Times

Apr 4 2009 12:56PM

World Supersport second free practice times from Valencia.

World Supersport, Valencia - 1st Free Practice Times

Apr 3 2009 5:48PM

World Supersport first session free practice times from Valencia.

World Superbikes, Valencia - 1st Qualifying Times

Apr 3 2009 5:50PM

World Superbike first qualifying times from Valencia.

World Superbikes, Valencia - 1st Free Practice Times

Apr 3 2009 1:59PM

The World Superbike first free practice session times from Valencia.

Ducati Xerox Heads To Valencia

Apr 2 2009 5:26PM

The Ducati Xerox riders Noriyuki Haga and Michel Fabrizio set off for Spain and the Circuit de la Comunitat Valenciana Ricardo Tormo, for the third round, and first European appointment, of the 2009 World Superbike championship.

Ben Spies Confident For Valencia

Apr 1 2009 10:50PM

The Yamaha World Superbike Team head to Valencia for the first European round of the world championship in great shape with Ben Spies currently 2nd in the standings ten points behind leader Noriyuki Haga.

Crescent Suzuki Signs Worx As A Title Sponsor

Mar 31 2009 11:33AM

Factory-backed British Superbike team, Crescent Suzuki, today announced a two-year title sponsorship deal with professional power tool brand 'Worx' seeing the team contest the 2009 series under the new name - Worx Crescent Suzuki.

Suzuki Alstare Brux Ready For Spain

Mar 31 2009 10:26AM

After the flyaway races in Australia and Qatar, Team Suzuki Alstare Brux are happy to be back in Europe and looking forward to round three of the World Superbike Championship at Valencia this weekend.

BSB Back On ITV

Mar 31 2009 12:57AM

The 2009 British Superbike Championship (BSB), widely regarded as the world's leading domestic motorcycle racing series, will be screened extensively across the ITV network as part of a new contract announced yesterday.

Dovizioso: "Gap To Stoner Is Quite Big"

Mar 29 2009 6:27PM

The Jerez circuit today hosted the final pre-season test ahead of the 2009 MotoGP Championship, and the Repsol Honda team made maximum use of the time available to make final adjustments to the factory RC212V.

Stoner Wins BMW Car With Fastest Jerez Lap

Mar 29 2009 5:43PM

With an incredible lap in tricky conditions, Casey Stoner was the winner of a brand new BMW today, as the fastest rider in the Official MotoGP Test session at the Jerez circuit in Southern Spain.

Capirossi Third Fastest In Final Pre-season Test

Mar 29 2009 4:57PM

Rizla Suzuki's Loris Capirossi rode to a fantastic third position during today's Official Practice at the final pre-season test, held at Jerez in Spain.

Rossi And Lorenzo Second And Fourth In Jerez Test

Mar 29 2009 4:51PM

The first competitive outing of the year, the Official Practice Session in Jerez today, saw Fiat Yamaha riders Valentino Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo finish second and fourth after the 45-minute session was interrupted by a red flag before being cut short by rain.

Vermeulen Fourth On First Day Of Final Test

Mar 28 2009 10:21PM

Rizla Suzuki's Chris Vermeulen continued with his strong run of pre-season form during the first day of the Official IRTA Test at Jerez in Spain

Fiat Yamaha Fastest At Jerez During Day One

Mar 28 2009 7:52PM

The traditional season curtain-raiser in Jerez looked in danger of being declared a washout this morning, but the sun eventually came out and allowed Jorge Lorenzo and Valentino Rossi to put in a brilliant afternoon’s work, finishing first and second respectively.

Repsol Honda Begins Jerez MotoGP Test

Mar 28 2009 7:48PM

The Repsol Honda Team joined the rest of the MotoGP contenders at the Jerez circuit today to begin the final pre-season test of 2009.

Parkes And Tamada Aiming For Top Ten In Spain

Mar 28 2009 3:49PM

The third round of the 2009 World Superbike Championship gets underway at Valencia in Spain next weekend with the Paul Bird Motorsport Team hoping for some better fortune for the Kawasaki World Superbike Racing Team riders.

Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Complete Estoril Test

Mar 28 2009 3:13PM

The Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup began the build up to its 3rd season with two beautiful sunny days testing at Estoril in Portugal.

Amor Withdraws From MotoSix Nations

Mar 26 2009 7:31PM

Scottish rider Keith Amor has been forced to pull out of this weekend’s MotoSix Nations race meeting at Donington Park due to still suffering the lingering effects of concussion, sustained in a pre-season testing crash in Spain.

Repsol Honda Ready For Jerez Test

Mar 24 2009 6:33PM

The Repsol Honda Team arrives at Jerez this week to take part in the final MotoGP test ahead of the 2009 season.

Rizla Suzuki Heads To Spain For Final MotoGP Test

Mar 23 2009 4:18PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP is on its way to Jerez in Spain for the final test in preparation for the 2009 MotoGP season.

Mladin Wins At Fontana

Mar 22 2009 10:11PM

Rockstar Makita Suzuki's Mat Mladin and Tommy Hayden dominated Saturday's AMA Superbike Championship race at Fontana in California with less than a second separating the duo at the end of 19 close-fought laps.

GSE Racing Postpones European Test Schedule

Mar 21 2009 3:55PM

Reigning British Superbike Champions, GSE Racing, has today announced the postponement of their European test schedule.

John Hopkins Joins Stiggy Motorsport In World Superbikes

Mar 20 2009 9:38AM

John Hopkins, is set to race a Stiggy Honda CBR1000RR in the third stop of the World Superbike Championship in Valencia, Spain, on April 3rd-5th.

Rizla Continues Suzuki MotoGP Sponsorship

Mar 16 2009 8:24PM

Suzuki Motor Corporation and Imperial Tobacco Group are pleased to announce that they have agreed terms for Rizla - the world's leading rolling papers - to continue to be the title sponsor of the Japanese company's MotoGP team for 2009.

Robbie Bugden Takes New Zealand Superbike Title

Mar 16 2009 8:21PM

Riding the all-conquering Suzuki GSX-R1000, Robbie Bugden made it three New Zealand Superbike Championships in a row as he successfully defended his title at Pukekohe's fifth and final round on Sunday 8th March, 2009.

Ben Spies Takes Qatar Double Race Win

Mar 14 2009 7:41PM

Yamaha rider Ben Spies lived up to the hype again in Qatar today, riding an incredible two races to take his second and third consecutive victories in the Losail heat.

Kiyonari Just Misses Out On Qatar Podium

Mar 14 2009 7:38PM

Ryuichi Kiyonari of the Ten Kate Honda Racing team missed a podium finish by 0.2s in the second of today’s two second round 2009 World Superbike championship races at Losail in Qatar.

Haga Collects Brace Of Podiums In Qatar

Mar 14 2009 7:34PM

In the second round of the 2009 World Superbike Championship, taking place today at the International Circuit of Losail in Qatar, Noriyuki Haga returned to the podium after powering his 1198 to a second place finish in both of this afternoon’s races.

Neukirchner Keeps Third In World Superbike Championship

Mar 14 2009 7:30PM

The Qatar round of the 2009 Superbike World Championship will not be happily remembered by Max, Yukio and the Suzuki Alstare Brux team, but they have already brushed aside all negative thoughts and are focusing on the next round in Valencia in three weeks.

World Superbike, Qatar - Race Two Results

Mar 14 2009 2:12PM

World Superbike race two results from Qatar.

World Supersport, Qatar - Race Results

Mar 14 2009 11:28AM

World Supersport race results from Qatar.

World Superbike, Qatar - Race One Results

Mar 14 2009 11:25AM

World Superbike race one results from Qatar.

World Superbike, Qatar - Qualifying Results

Mar 13 2009 2:11PM

World Superbike qualifying results from Qatar.

World Supersport, Qatar - Qualifying Results

Mar 13 2009 2:10PM

World Supersport qualifying results from Qatar.

Spies Sets Pace On Day One In Qatar

Mar 12 2009 7:36PM

The Yamaha World Superbike Team riders answered any questions raised about their ability to learn new tracks quickly on their first day of qualifying at the Qatar circuit.

Improvement Required For Team Suzuki Alstare Brux

Mar 12 2009 7:34PM

The first day of practice and qualifying ended in a disappointment for Team Suzuki Alstare Brux riders Max Neukirchner and Yukio Kagayama, but both are confident of significant improvement in tomorrow's final qualifying.

Hungarian GP Round Officially Cancelled For 09

Mar 12 2009 4:29PM

Following consultation with the FIM, the scheduled 2009 Hungarian Grand Prix has been removed from the MotoGP World Championship calendar.

World Superbike, Qatar - Thursday Times

Mar 12 2009 3:55PM

Times from the first qualifying session of the World Superbike round at Qatar.

World Supersport, Qatar - Thursday Times

Mar 12 2009 3:53PM

Times from the first qualifying session of the World Supersport round at Qatar.

Hungarian MotoGP Participation To Be Postponed Until 2010

Mar 12 2009 12:02AM

Balatonring Zrt., event promoter for the Hungarian Grand Prix, have reached an agreement with MotoGP Rights Holders Dorna Sports to request the postponement of this year’s race to 2010.

Guintoli Fastest In Guadix Test

Mar 11 2009 9:46PM

Crescent Suzuki British Superbike rider, Sylvain Guintoli, ended three days of testing at the Guadix circuit near Granada in Spain today, setting the fastest lap time of the test amongst a host of BSB rivals.

Ten Kate Honda Heads To Qatar

Mar 11 2009 8:16PM

The Ten Kate Honda team heads to the Losail circuit in Qatar this week (12-14 March) for round two of the 2009 World Superbike and World Supersport championships.

Xerox Ducati Looks To Continue Form In Qatar

Mar 11 2009 8:13PM

Both Noriyuki and his Ducati Xerox team-mate Michel Fabrizio made a strong start to the season on board their Ducati 1198 machines at Phillip Island - they now head for round two in Qatar.

New Territory For BMW Motorrad Motorsport

Mar 11 2009 8:10PM

Team BMW Motorrad Motorsport head to the Losail circuit in Qatar knowing that it will be harder to get another superb top ten position than it was in the opening round of the championship in Phillip Island, Australia.

Neukirchner: "I'm Looking Forward To More Podiums"

Mar 11 2009 3:08PM

After their recent podiums in the opening round of this year's Superbike World Championship at Phillip Island, Team Suzuki Alstare Brux riders Max Neukirchner and Yukio Kagayama are looking forward to more success in Qatar this coming weekend.

Centurion Racing Concludes Foreign Tests

Mar 10 2009 3:59PM

Centurion Racing concluded their final foreign test session before the Fuchs-Silkolene British Supersport Championship gets underway at Brands Hatch on Easter Weekend.

Parkes And Tamada Ready For Losail

Mar 9 2009 9:08PM

For Broc Parkes and Makoto Tamada the second round of the championship offers the chance to score points in what is already proving to be one of the most closely-contested WSB series ever held.

Steve Ramon Takes Second At Ponte a Egola

Mar 9 2009 8:27PM

Teka Suzuki WMX1 rider Steve Ramon took his 2009 RM-Z450 to 2nd position overall at the third and penultimate round of the Italian championship at Ponte a Egola on Sunday.

Paul Bird Motorsport Looking For Improvements In Qatar

Mar 7 2009 10:58PM

Kawasaki World Superbike Team riders Broc Parkes and Makoto Tamada will be looking to build on last weekend's opening performances when round two of the World Superbike Championship takes place at Losail in Qatar next weekend.

Successful Almeria Test For Crescent Suzuki

Mar 7 2009 2:14AM

The Crescent Suzuki British Superbike Team, completed a successful three day test at the Almeria Circuit in southern Spain today, with rider Sylvain Guintoli riding a total of 171 laps, further honing the set-up of the all-new GSX-R1000 Superbike.

Sam Lowes Joins Astro Racing

Mar 7 2009 2:12AM

After a year away racing in Europe, Lincoln rider Sam Lowes is to return to UK racing for 2009 and has joined forces with Stuart Trowmans of Astro Racing to contest the British Supersport Championship.

Mladin Wins At Daytona

Mar 7 2009 2:05AM

Rockstar Makita Suzuki's Mat Mladin celebrated his 73rd AMA Superbike victory by taking the win at Thursday's Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida.

Monster Drinks Signs With Tech 3 Yamaha

Mar 7 2009 2:01AM

The Tech 3 Yamaha Team will be powered by Monster Energy in 2009 and 2010 after the energy drink brand penned an agreement with the private MotoGP team to become their title sponsor for at least the next two seasons.

Kawasaki Announces Single Bike MotoGP Entry

Feb 26 2009 1:08PM

Kawasaki has announced that it will run a single bike in the 2009 MotoGP Championship, after initially announcing its withdrawal. The bike will be ridden by Marco Melandri.

Haga And Fabrizio Ready For Round One

Feb 23 2009 10:08AM

The Ducati Xerox Team flew half way around the world last week to land in Australia for Round 1 of the 2009 World Superbike Championship.

Ten Kate Honda Prepared For 2009 Season

Feb 22 2009 7:24PM

The Ten Kate Honda World Superbike team has declared itself ready to challenge for the 2009 championship title after a two-day test at Phillip Island in Australia, venue for the first round of the series next weekend (27 February-1 March).

Productive Phillip Island Test For Xerox Ducati

Feb 22 2009 7:19PM

The Ducati Xerox Team made good progress during the second and final day of testing at the Island.

Alstare Suzuki Completes Final Pre-season Test

Feb 22 2009 7:13PM

After two days of intense testing at Phillip Island in Australia, Team Suzuki Alstare riders Max Neukirchner and Yukio Kagayama are now ready for the opening round of the World Superbike Championship there next weekend.

Paul Bird Motorsport Ready For Season Opener

Feb 22 2009 3:38PM

The 2009 World Superbike Championship gets underway at Phillip Island in Australia next weekend (March 1st) with the Paul Bird Motorsport Team hoping to turn the fortunes around for the Kawasaki World Superbike Racing Team.

Neukirchner Sets Pace At Phillip Island

Feb 21 2009 7:03PM

Max Neukirchner set quickest time on his Suzuki GSX-R K9 on the fourth day of this week's testing taking place at Phillip Island, the Australian circuit that will host the opening round of the 2009 SBK World Championship in seven days time.

Hydrex Honda Looking For BSB Wins

Feb 20 2009 4:44PM

This week saw the Hydrex Honda team reveal the new look graphics of the team, sporting a dynamic mix of the established red and white branding with splashes of yellow following through from last years livery.

Silverstone To Undergo £5m Track Alterations

Feb 18 2009 6:30PM

Silverstone Circuits Limited has unveiled provisional plans for a number of striking modifications to the track and spectator viewing areas at the UK’s premier motor racing venue.

Biaggi Fastest In Phillip Island Test

Feb 18 2009 6:22PM

Max Biaggi set the quickest time in the Superbike test session that concluded today at Phillip Island.

MotoGP Cost Cutting Moves Announced

Feb 18 2009 6:17PM

The FIM has announced a number of directives aimed at cutting costs for MotoGP teams.

Valentino Rossi's 30th Birthday Messages

Feb 16 2009 8:03PM

Valentino Rossi turned 30 today, 16th February 2009. The Fiat Yamaha rider has had an immensely successful career to date, winning eight world championships, 97 races and becoming the most successful premier-class rider of all time.

Centurion Racing Starts Testing

Feb 13 2009 4:27PM

Centurion Racing finally got their testing schedule underway this week at Calafat circuit in Spain. Usual Centurion runner Dan Cooper was joined by new 2009 signing, youngster Tom Grant who made his debut for the team this week.

Successful Test For Crescent Suzuki

Feb 11 2009 11:33PM

The Crescent Suzuki British Superbike Team concluded three days of testing today at the Calafat Circuit in northern Spain, declaring their first test on the all-new 2009 GSX-R1000 a success.

Byrne To Be Sole Sterilgarda For First Two Rounds

Feb 9 2009 2:16PM

The Sterilgarda team will line up for the opening two rounds of the SBK world championship with a one-rider entry only for Britain's Shane Byrne.

Elias Finishes Sepang Test As Fastest Honda

Feb 7 2009 9:14PM

Toni Elias and Alex De Angelis have completed the first test session of the 2009 season on the Malaysian race track.

Fiat Yamaha Happy Following Sepang Test

Feb 7 2009 1:27PM

Fiat Yamaha Team riders Valentino Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo rounded off the first test of the 2009 season in strong style today, with the Italian finishing second, less than one tenth off Casey Stoner.

Dovizioso Positive After Sepang Test Concludes

Feb 7 2009 1:22PM

Andrea Dovizioso completed the first MotoGP tests of 2009 with positive feelings.

MotoGP, Sepang - Saturday Test Times

Feb 7 2009 10:49AM

The MotoGP test concluded today at Sepang after three days of testing.

Lap Times Drop For Repsol Honda At Sepang

Feb 6 2009 2:06PM

Repsol Honda riders Dani Pedrosa and Andrea Dovizioso continued their work at Sepang today, riding in typical tropical conditions.

Pramac Racing Hope For Improvements On Final Day At Sepang

Feb 6 2009 2:03PM

Pramac Racing completed the second of three days testing at Sepang with more work to complete.

Dennis Hobbs Signs For AIM Racing

Feb 6 2009 1:57PM

Dennis Hobbs has signed a deal to ride with AIM Racing in the 2009 British Supersport Championship.

Fiat Yamaha Continues Sepang Test

Feb 6 2009 12:39PM

Fiat Yamaha Riders Valentino Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo finished the second day of testing in Sepang in third and tenth places respectively, as they continued to adapt to the latest evolution of the 2009 prototype M1.

MotoGP, Sepang - Friday Test Times

Feb 6 2009 10:55AM

Capirossi continued his good Sepang test form in the second day, posting a time bettered only by Stoner.

Repsol Honda MotoGP Back On Track

Feb 5 2009 12:36PM

The Repsol Honda Team was back in action at Sepang today following MotoGP’s traditional winter break.

Rossi Third Fastest In Opening Day Of Sepang Test

Feb 5 2009 12:33PM

The two-month winter testing ban came to an end today with the first pre-season test of the 2009 MotoGP season, and Fiat Yamaha Team riders Valentino Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo were itching to get back to business with their latest-evolution YZR-M1s.

MotoGP, Sepang - Thursday Test Times

Feb 5 2009 10:51AM

Rizla Suzuki's Loris Capirossi rounded out the first day of testing at Sepang with the fastest time, ahead of Championship favourites Stoner and Rossi.

Hutchinson To Ride Road Races For Padgetts

Feb 4 2009 4:10PM

Ian Hutchinson and Padgett’s of Batley have today announced that they will be contesting the 2009 International road race meetings together, namely the North West 200, the Isle of Man TT and Ulster Grand Prix.

Rossi Needs Stitches After Accident At Home

Feb 3 2009 3:28PM

Valentino Rossi has received stitches to his left hand and left foot, after a slight accident at his home in Italy.

Yamaha Unveils 2009 YZR-M1

Feb 2 2009 12:54PM

Yamaha this morning unveiled the YZR-M1 which will be used in the 2009 MotoGP Championship.

Vermeulen And Capirossi Ready For First Test

Feb 1 2009 2:49PM

Suzuki’s MotoGP team is on its way to Sepang in Malaysia for the first test of 2009 following the winter test ban, with high hopes as it begins its preparations for the forthcoming season.

Reed And Dungey Continue Supercross Lead

Feb 1 2009 2:46PM

Rockstar Makita Suzuki's Chad Reed and Ryan Dungey continue to lead the AMA/ FIM Supercross and West Coast Lites Championships after racing to podium positions at Saturday's San Francisco fifth round in America.

Corser Completes Valencia Test

Jan 30 2009 11:10AM

Troy Corser completed two days of testing at Valencia on 28th-29th January with the BMW Motorrad Team Alpha Racing team ahead of the start of the World Superbike season.

Croft Circuit Asks For Privacy For Claimants

Jan 28 2009 5:18PM

Croft Promosport, having lost a recent appeal against awarded damages and noise restrictions, has released a statement asking for the claimants privacy to be respected.

Three Days Left To Enter Our January Competition

Jan 28 2009 11:47AM

There are three days remainin to enter our January competition, in which you could win a Cold Killers 'Wind Buddy' jacket.

Suzuki Confirms AMA Superbikes Entry For 2009

Jan 27 2009 11:34PM

American Suzuki Motor Corporation announced today that the Rockstar Makita Suzuki Racing team will compete in the AMA Pro Racing Superbike series for 2009.

Peter Hickman Back In British Superbikes

Jan 27 2009 8:55PM

It has been announced that Peter Hickman will compete in the British Superbike Championship this coming season with Ultimate Racing Yamaha.

Croft Circuit Loses Court Hearing For 'Noise Nuisance'

Jan 26 2009 3:27PM

Croft circuit has today lost its appeal against restrictions and fines handed to it in relation to perceived “noise nuisance” suffered by three neighbours.

Alex Lowes To Ride MV Augusta In European Superstock

Jan 26 2009 11:31AM

Eighteen-year-old Alex Lowes from Lincoln is to contest the 2009 European superstock 1000cc championship for Italian team Gi Motorsport and will ride a factory MV Agusta to contest the series alongside teammate Davide Giugliano.

Jentin Racing Signs Jon Kirkham

Jan 26 2009 10:00AM

Rising star Jon Kirkham is confirmed at Jentin Racing for 2009 and will contest the British Superbike championship on the latest Yamaha YZF-R1s.

Difficult Portimao Test For Kawasaki

Jan 25 2009 11:52PM

Parkes has raced in World Supersport for many years recently and the team is new to Kawasaki machinery this season; facts which make the final mid-placing on the time-sheets highly respectable, particularly given the strength and depth of the 2009 WSB entry.

Poor Portimao Weather Hampers Yamaha In Superbike Test

Jan 25 2009 11:37PM

The first test of 2009 for the Yamaha World Superbike Team at the Portimao circuit in Portugal was hampered by bad weather for the duration of the three days.

Successful Test For Ten Kate Honda World Superbike Team

Jan 25 2009 11:34PM

The Ten Kate Honda World Superbike team today completed a three-day pre-season test at Portimao in Portugal. In spite of mixed weather conditions over the weekend, all three riders were able to gain valuable track time.

Haga And Fabrizio Complete Portimao Test

Jan 25 2009 11:24PM

Noriyuki Haga and Michel Fabrizio have today concluded the Pirelli tyre development tests taking place at the Autodromo Internacional do Algarve.

Neukirchner Second Fastest In Portimao Test

Jan 25 2009 11:14PM

Team Suzuki Alstare's Max Neukirchner blasted the new 2009-model Suzuki GSX-R1000K9 to the second fastest time under heavy weather conditions at the first official World Superbike test at Portimao in Portugal.

World Supersport, Portimao - Overall Times

Jan 25 2009 6:50PM

Overall World Supersport times from the three day test at Portimao.

World Superbike, Portimao - Overall Times

Jan 25 2009 6:24PM

Overall World Superbike times from the three day test at Portimao.

World Superbike, Portimao - Saturday Test Times

Jan 24 2009 5:51PM

Saturday's World Superbike test times from Portimao in Portugal.

World Supersport, Portimao - Saturday Test Times

Jan 24 2009 5:49PM

Saturday's World Supersport test times from Portimao in Portugal.

World Superbike, Portimao - Friday Test Times

Jan 23 2009 5:11PM

Friday's World Superbike test times from Portimao in Portugal.

World Supersport, Portimao - Friday Test Times

Jan 23 2009 5:10PM

Friday's World Supersport test times from Portimao in Portugal.

SuperCasino.com Sponsors Paul Bird's World Superbike Team

Jan 21 2009 5:48PM

Hot on the heels of the recent announcement that loyal long-term sponsors Vent Axia and Kick Energy were to back Paul Bird's works Kawasakis in the 2009 World Superbike Championship, the team has secured another lucrative deal with gaming giants SuperCasino.com.

Relentless Suzuki Named Irish Racer's Team Of The Year

Jan 21 2009 4:30PM

Relentless by TAS Suzuki crowned a successful 2008 season at last weekend's Irish Racer Motorcycle Awards, lifting the highly-acclaimed Team of the Year award for the fifth time in six years.

Coma Wins Dakar Rally

Jan 19 2009 10:20PM

After more than 9000 km through the often challenging and always spectacular scenery of Argentina and Chile, KTM factory rider Marc Coma crossed the line as the outstanding winner to claim the prize as the first winner of a Dakar held in South America.

Tunstall Back For The British Superbike Cup

Jan 19 2009 10:18PM

Tom Tunstall and the Hardinge Doodson Motorsport Team have confirmed they will be back on the British Superbike [BSB] grid in 2009, with their sights set on success in the Daily Star Superbike Cup Championship.

Coma And Depres Continue Dakar Charge

Jan 15 2009 11:25PM

Coma continues his charge to overall victory with a commanding lead of one hour 29'48"and Despres, as stage winner, dislodged Frenchman David Fretegne and is now in second place.

Superbike World Championship – 2009 Permanent Entry List

Jan 15 2009 3:17PM

FIM Superbike World Championship – 2009 Permanent Entry List (Provisional)

Supersport World Championship – 2009 Permanent Entry List

Jan 15 2009 3:16PM

FIM Supersport World Championship – 2009 Permanent Entry List (Provisional).

Ducati Releases Desmosedici GP9 Specifications

Jan 14 2009 4:52PM

Ducati has released the technical specifications for this year's MotoGP machine, the Desmosedici GP9.

Fog Halts Stage Eleven Of Dakar Rally

Jan 14 2009 12:02PM

Just as the 2009 Dakar was about to leave Peru, cross the Andes and re-enter Argentina for the eleventh stage of the rally, organisers announced they were forced to cancel due to heavy fog forecast for the whole route.

Viladoms Wins Dakar Stage Ten

Jan 14 2009 12:07AM

Line victory in Stage 10 of the 2009 Dakar went to KTM factory rider Jordi Viladoms with factory teammate Alain Duclos coming home second.

Gearlink Kawasaki Signs Marcus Woodbine

Jan 13 2009 5:10PM

The Gearlink Kawasaki Supersport team is to extend its squad to three riders and will run 17-year-old Marcus Woodbine in the 2009 Junior Superstock championship as well as Chris Martin and Ben Wilson in the British Supersport series.

Paul Bird Motorsport Retains Major Sponsors

Jan 13 2009 4:14PM

With pre-season preparations at full pace in readiness for the 2009 World Superbike Championship, Paul Bird Motorsport are pleased to announce that both Vent Axia and Kick Energy will be remaining as team sponsors.

Silverstone Gets MotoGP From 2010

Jan 13 2009 10:02AM

It has been revealed that Silverstone has signed a five year contract to replace Donington Park as the host of the British MotoGP round from 2010. Donington Park’s contract finishes at the end of this season.

Despres Wins Dakar Stage, Coma Maintains Lead

Jan 11 2009 11:33PM

KTM factory riders Marc Coma and Cyril Despres continued on Sunday to show why they are two of the world's best rally riders with Despres winning Stage Eight of the Dakar 2009 in front of Coma who continues to retain a commanding lead.

Ryan Dungey Takes Western Region Supercross Lites Lead

Jan 11 2009 2:37PM

Ryan Dungey has taken the lead in the Western Region Supercross Lites class following victory at Saturday night's second round of the AMA/ World Monster Energy Supercross series.

Donington Park Gains Planning Permission

Jan 11 2009 12:47PM

Donington Park has been given the green light to proceed with planned circuit developments, which will enable the venue to host the 2010 British Formula One Grand Prix.

Kawasaki "Suspends MotoGP Racing Activities"

Jan 9 2009 9:21AM

Kawasaki announced today that it has decided to suspend its factory MotoGP racing activities from 2009 season.

NW200 Secures Coca-Cola Sponsorship

Jan 8 2009 4:12PM

Coca-Cola has been announced as a sponsor for the NW200 British Superbike team, in a move which will see the brand adorn the Yamaha R1 of Michael Rutter during 2009.

January Competition: Win a Cold Killers 'Wind Buddy' jacket

Jan 8 2009 12:07AM

In our competition this month the prize is a Cold Killers 'Wind Buddy' jacket - ideal in the current weather!

Jonah Street Wins Dakar Stage Five

Jan 7 2009 11:39PM

Young American Jonah Street crowned an impressive couple of days with his first Dakar stage win 5'53 ahead of Frans Verhoeven and 7'34 in front of the Chilean Lopez.

Dakar Rider Found Dead

Jan 7 2009 7:14PM

Pascal Terry, competing on bike in this year's Dakar Rally, was discovered dead in the early hours of this morning.

£50,000 Prize Fund Announced For Harley-Davidson XR1200 Trophy

Jan 6 2009 12:12PM

An overall prize fund of £50,000 plus additional product is set to increase the already high level of interest in the recently announced Henderson Harley-Davidson XR1200 Trophy one-make race series for 2009.

British Supercross Ready To Kick Start New Year

Jan 5 2009 6:57PM

The first two major weekends of Supercross are fast approaching with the final three rounds of the 2008/2009 British Supercross Championship just weeks away on January 23rd and 24th at Liverpool Echo Arena and January 31st at The O2 Arena in London.

Josh Grant Takes Debut Supercross Win

Jan 5 2009 6:53PM

Yamaha continued their streak of victories in the AMA Supercross Championship as Joe Gibbs Racing Team's Josh Grant took his YZ450F to first place at the opening round of seventeen in the 2009 campaign at Anaheim in Los Angeles.

Reed And Dungey Take Anaheim Podium

Jan 5 2009 6:47PM

Chad Reed and Ryan Dungey both started their 2009 Monster Energy Supercross Championship hunts for the Rockstar Makita Suzuki team with rostrum positions at Saturday night's opening round in Anaheim in California.

Kawasaki On The Verge Of Quitting MotoGP?

Jan 2 2009 5:08PM

Rumours are currently circulating regarding a Kawasaki's withdrawal from the 2009 MotoGP season.

Chad Reed To Start 2009 Title Defence

Jan 2 2009 5:05PM

Reigning World and AMA Supercross Champion Chad Reed starts his 2009 title defence this weekend at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California with the Rockstar Makita Suzuki team.

BSB Rounds At Oulton Park And Brands Hatch Gain Saturday Races

Dec 28 2008 11:08PM

MSVR has released information regarding additional (Saturday) races in the coming season's British Superbike Championship season.

Plater Takes Third At Scunthorpe Silkolene Shorttrack Christmas Cracker

Dec 28 2008 11:05PM

Steve Plater rounded off his year with a fine third place in the annual Scunthorpe Silkolene Pozzani Shorttrack Christmas Cracker at Scunthorpe Raceway on Saturday – a fitting end to an amazing and successful year of motorcycle racing for the rider.

Kawasaki World Superbike Team Begins Winter Testing

Dec 19 2008 4:37PM

Two days of extensive testing are underway at the sunny circuit of Almería, Spain to prepare the all-new Kawasaki Superbike Racing Team and Kawasaki Motocard.com team for the 2009 racing season.

Bridewell Signs For Lorenzini By Leoni Yamaha Italia Team

Dec 18 2008 11:08PM

Tommy Bridewell has this week signed a deal with the Lorenzini by Leoni Yamaha Italia Team which will see him contest both the FIM 1000cc Superstock Championship as well as the Italian Superstock Championship.

Rob Mac Racing Completes 2009 Line Up

Dec 17 2008 3:24PM

Rob McElnea has secured the wealth of experience possessed by Chris Walker and Michael Rutter to spearhead a double pronged Yamaha assault upon the British Championship in 2009.

2009 MotoGP Provisional Entry List

Dec 16 2008 4:23PM

FIM Road Racing World Championship Grand Prix 2009 provisional entry list.

Sykes And Spies Test New Yamaha In Kyalami

Dec 12 2008 11:41PM

2009 Yamaha Motor Italia Superbike riders Ben Spies and Tom Sykes have endured some serious heat on their three day test in Kyalami.

Alstare Suzuki Completes Kyalami Superbike Test

Dec 12 2008 11:35PM

Team Suzuki Alstare riders Max Neukirchner and Yukio Kagayama finished the second day of the Pirelli Development tyres test in Kyalami, South Africa, with the second and fifth-quickest times respectively.

MotoGP 250cc Replacement Class Details Announced

Dec 11 2008 4:36PM

The FIM has released technical details regarding the replacement for the 250cc MotoGP class, as first announced a few months ago.

Hawk Kawasaki Signs Laverty And Buildbase Deals

Dec 10 2008 9:05PM

Hawk Racing has announced the signing of John Laverty to ride alongside Tristan Palmer for the team next season. The team itself will be known slightly differently following the closure of a deal with Buildbase.

2009 British Superbike Championship Calendar

Dec 10 2008 2:44PM

The first draft of the 2009 British Superbike Championship calendar has been announced today.

Brendan Roberts Grabs World Superbike Ride

Dec 9 2008 10:22PM

Recently crowned FIM 1000 Superstock Cup World Champion, Brendan Roberts has confirmed to ride for the Guandalini Ducati team in World Superbikes for 2009.

World Superbike - Revised 2009 Calendar

Dec 8 2008 3:54PM

Revised calendar for the 2009 World Superbike Championship.

MSS Colchester Kawasaki Announces 2009 Plans

Dec 3 2008 9:46AM

Having worked with the Essex based MSS team for some years, Kawasaki Motors UK has announced a racing partnership for the 2009 Superbike season under the banner of MSS Colchester Kawasaki.

Chad Reed Wins Australasian SuperX Pro Open Championship

Dec 2 2008 5:46PM

Suzuki wrapped up its second SuperX Championship at the weekend with Chad Reed securing the inaugural Australasian SuperX Pro Open Championship a week after Team Shift Motul Suzuki rider Matt Moss won the Pro Lites category.

Gearlink Kawasaki Confirms 2009 Rider Line Up

Nov 29 2008 5:30PM

Gearlink Kawasaki launched its 2009 rider line-up for the forthcoming 2009 British Supersport championship at the Motorcycle show in Birmingham on Thursday.

Alstare Suzuki Finish Final Test Of 2008

Nov 29 2008 5:06PM

Team Suzuki Alstare has started early preparations for the 2009 World Superbike season with a three-day test at Phillip Island in Australia that ended yesterday.

Guy Martin Remains With Hydrex Honda

Nov 28 2008 7:03PM

After weeks of speculation, Guy Martin has confirmed that he will be remaining with the Hydrex Honda team for the forthcoming 2009 season.

Hudson Kennaugh Joins Linxcel-Seton Tuning British Supersport Team

Nov 28 2008 7:01PM

Linxcel Europe Ltd and Seton Tuning Ltd are excited to announce their continued relationship to run a team in The British Supersport Championship and are delighted to have secured the services of 2008 runner-up Hudson Kennaugh as the team’s number one rider.

Successful Phillip Island Test For Rizla Suzuki

Nov 28 2008 6:59PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP has rounded off 2008 with a successful three-day test at Phillip Island in Australia.

Kawasaki Concludes Phillip Island MotoGP Test

Nov 28 2008 11:32AM

The Kawasaki Racing Team today concluded a successful three-day test at the Phillip Island circuit in Australia, with the three riders clocking up more than 150 laps of the 4.445km track, despite less than ideal weather conditions.

Further Progress For Repsol Honda In Spain

Nov 27 2008 7:25PM

Repsol Honda riders Dani Pedrosa and Andrea Dovizioso completed their final test of 2008 at Jerez today, both men continuing the useful progress they made yesterday despite limited track time.

Lorenzo Completes Final Test Of 2008 In Third Place

Nov 27 2008 7:23PM

Fiat Yamaha Team rider Jorge Lorenzo finished the final test of 2008 in third position today, signing off his successful rookie year in strong form before a well-deserved two-month break.

Rossi Sets Pace In Day Two At Jerez

Nov 27 2008 6:18PM

World Champion Valentino Rossi set the fastest time in Jerez today on the final day of testing for the year. His Fiat Yamaha team-mate Jorge Lorenzo was third fastest, making it a successful concluding test for the year’s leading team.

Positive Results At Phillip Island For Kawasaki

Nov 27 2008 5:25PM

Work continued in Australia today with the second of three days development testing for the Kawasaki Racing Team, which brought positive results, despite mixed weather conditions at the Phillip Island circuit.

Pedrosa Fatest At Jerez In Opening Day Of Test

Nov 26 2008 7:44PM

Repsol Honda riders Dani Pedrosa and Andrea Dovizioso commenced their final test session of 2008 at Jerez today.

Kawasaki Begins Phillip Island MotoGP Test

Nov 26 2008 7:41PM

The Kawasaki Racing Team were met with perfect conditions as they arrived at the Phillip Island circuit in Australia today, to start the first of three days of development testing ahead of the annual test ban, which comes into force on 1st December.

Rossi Happy After Day One Of Jerez Test

Nov 26 2008 7:39PM

The Fiat Yamaha Team began a two-day test in Jerez, southern Spain today and Valentino Rossi made a positive start to the second winter session, finishing the day second fastest behind Dani Pedrosa.

Lorenzo Begins Final Test Of 2008

Nov 26 2008 7:37PM

Jorge Lorenzo, 2008’s leading MotoGP rookie, began the final test of the year today at Jerez de la Frontera in Spain, alongside his Fiat Yamaha team-mate Valentino Rossi and 12 other MotoGP riders.

Cummins Joins Team Blackhorse Yamaha

Nov 25 2008 10:19PM

Team Blackhorse Yamaha are pleased to announce that they have secured the services of Conor Cummins to compete on their R1 Superstock machine in next year's BSB 1000cc Superstock Championship.

Camier And Ellison Ready For International Motorcycle and Scooter Show

Nov 24 2008 10:41PM

GSE Racing’s Leon Camier and James Ellison have today announced their attendance at The Carole Nash International Motorcycle and Scooter Show, which begins this week at the Birmingham NEC.

Guintoli To Make International Motorcycle Show Appearance

Nov 24 2008 9:23PM

Crescent Suzuki's new British Superbike star Sylvain Guintoli will make his first official appearance for the team at the forthcoming International Motorcycle Show in Birmingham.

Capirossi And Vermeulen Head To Oz For Tests

Nov 19 2008 2:26PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP racers Loris Capirossi and Chris Vermeulen are on their way to Suzuki’s factory in Japan to conduct all-important wind tunnel testing as the team prepares for its assault on the 2009 MotoGP World Championship.

Tristan Palmer Signs For Hawk Kawasaki

Nov 19 2008 11:32AM

Hawk Kawasaki has announced that Tristan Palmer will join the squad for the 2009 British Superbike Championship.

McGuinness Claims Macau Podium Finish

Nov 15 2008 9:28PM

VK Vent Axia Honda rider John McGuinness secured a confidence-inspiring third place for the Paul Bird Motorsport Team to claim another podium placing at the 2008 Macau Grand Prix.

Easton Wins Macau Grand Prix

Nov 15 2008 9:27PM

Stuart Easton, riding the Doosan Honda 1000cc Fireblade, has won the 2008 Macau Grand Prix.

Plater Helps Yamaha Australia To Qatar Endurance Victory

Nov 10 2008 6:19PM

Steve Plater rounded off his season with a win when he completed the final round of the FIM World Endurance Championship at the Losail circuit in Qatar to take a decisive victory for Yamaha Austria (YART) and secure the runner up spot in the world championship.

SERT Crash Out Of World Endurance Race

Nov 9 2008 11:41PM

World Endurance Champions SERT crashed out of today's final round of the World Endurance Championship in Qatar, but rejoined the race only to retire later with bike damage incurred in the accident.

Capirossi Grabs Podium In UK Rally

Nov 9 2008 3:05PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP racer Loris Capirossi had a successful rally debut yesterday as he drove his Suzuki Swift to third place in the Swift Sport Cup, and ninth position overall in the two-wheel drive section of the Tempest Rally.

Paul Bird Motorsport To Run Kawasaki's World Superbike Effort

Nov 6 2008 9:54PM

Following today's announcement that Paul Bird Motorsport will run the official Kawasaki World Superbike Championship Team from 2009, not only is team owner Paul Bird delighted, he has revealed that plans are already at an advanced stage to take up the challenge.

Spies And Sykes Get Started With Yamaha Test

Nov 6 2008 8:28PM

2009 Yamaha WSB riders Ben Spies and Tom Sykes enjoyed a successful two day test at Portimao with their new team.

SMT Honda Retains O’Halloran And Jenkinson

Nov 6 2008 4:02PM

SMT Honda are pleased to announce that they will be having a double assault on both the British Superbike and National Superstock Championships in 2009, after securing the services of Australian ace Jason O’Halloran and Lancashire’s Adam Jenkinson.

Bridewell Impresses In Yamaha Test

Nov 5 2008 11:40PM

Following on from a battling World Superbike debut at Portimao last weekend, Tommy Bridewell was invited to test for the Yamaha Lorenzini by Leoni team which he did at the Portuguese circuit today and as a result put in an impressive performance.

Guy Martin Heads To Macau

Nov 5 2008 8:27PM

After a season he'd probably rather forget, Bike Animal Honda rider Guy Martin is once again venturing to the Far East in a final bid to lay to rest the ghosts of the past twelve months.

Guintoli Completes First BSB Test

Nov 4 2008 8:18PM

New Crescent Suzuki British Superbike signing, Sylvain Guintoli, completed a successful first test on the 2008 GSX-R1000 at Brands Hatch today, declaring Suzuki's Superbike an 'impressive package', having finished racing in MotoGP only last month.

Yamaha And Fiat To Continue Partnership For Two Further Years

Nov 4 2008 8:04PM

Yamaha and Fiat Automobiles Spa have concluded an agreement to continue their partnership for a further two years.

Bayliss Retires With Double Race Win

Nov 2 2008 11:54PM

Troy Bayliss today took part in his last ever Superbike races at the Autodromo Internacional do Algarve and triumphed in both Race 1 and Race 2 on board his Ducati 1098 F08.

Brendan Roberts Wins World Superstock Title

Nov 2 2008 10:24PM

Brendan Roberts was today crowned FIM 1000 Superstock Cup World Champion after defying the odds going from fourth in the Championship to take the overall win.

Haslam Takes Portimao Podium

Nov 2 2008 10:22PM

HM Plant Honda duo Leon Haslam and Cal Crutchlow performed brilliantly at the final round of the World Superbike championship today, showing strongly in both races.

Corser Clinches Second In World Superbike Championship

Nov 2 2008 10:19PM

Troy Corser finished the 2008 WSB season second in the championship standings after securing a podium finish in the first race at Portimao, then following that up with a safe sixth in race two.

Rea Just Misses Portimao Superbike Podium

Nov 2 2008 10:17PM

The HANNspree Ten Kate Honda team had cause for celebration at the final round of the HANNspree Superbike World Championship at the stunning Portimao circuit in Portugal today.

World Superbikes, Portimao - Race Two Results

Nov 2 2008 4:52PM

World Superbike race two results from Portimao in Portugal.

World Supersport, Portimao - Race Results

Nov 2 2008 1:30PM

World Supersport race results from Portimao in Portugal.

World Superbikes, Portimao - Race One Results

Nov 2 2008 12:19PM

World Superbike race one results from Portimao in Portugal.

World Superbikes, Portimao - Qualifying Results

Nov 2 2008 12:39AM

World Superbike qualifying results from Portimao in Portugal.

World Supersport, Portimao - Qualifying Results

Nov 1 2008 4:39PM

World Supersport qualifying results from Portimao in Portugal.

Ducati Xerox Completes Day One At New Portimao Circuit

Oct 31 2008 9:03PM

Ducati Xerox riders Troy Bayliss and Michel Fabrizio today took part in the first ever Superbike sessions to be held at the new Autodromo Internacional do Algarve in Portugal.

Changing Conditions For Alstare Suzuki In Portugal

Oct 31 2008 9:01PM

Ever-changing conditions and a brand new circuit hampered Suzuki Alstare riders Fonsi Nieto, Yukio Kagayama and Max Neukirchner at the Autodromo Internacional do Algarve in Portimao, Portugal, today for the 14th and final round of the World Superbike Championship.

World Superbikes, Portimao - 1st Qualifying Results

Oct 31 2008 4:22PM

World Superbike 1st Qualification results from Portimao in Portugal.

World Supersport, Portimao - 1st Qualifying Results

Oct 31 2008 4:21PM

World Supersport 1st qualification results from Portimao in Portugal.

HM Plant Ready For Portimao Wildcard

Oct 30 2008 10:58PM

HM Plant Honda will sign off a successful 2008 race season this weekend with their ‘wild-card’ appointment at the final round of the World Superbike championship at the Portimao circuit.

Corser And Haga To Battle For Second In The Championship

Oct 29 2008 9:38PM

The final round of the 2008 World Superbike Championship takes place at an all-new venue this weekend, and the focus for both Noriyuki Haga and Troy Corser is clear - to beat each other in the fight for overall second place in the championship rankings.

Alstare Suzuki Heads To Final Superbike Round

Oct 28 2008 7:43PM

Suzuki Alstare riders Fonsi Nieto and Yukio Kagayama and Alstare Suzuki rider Max Neukirchner head to the final 14th round of the World Superbike Championship at the recently-built circuit in Portimao, Portugal, this coming weekend.

Alice Team's New Riders Complete Valencia Test

Oct 28 2008 6:38PM

Alice Team's new riding pair of Canepa and Kallio completed the two day test in Valencia today, in wet conditions.

Dovizioso Happy With Wet Performance Of New Honda

Oct 28 2008 6:36PM

Cold, wet weather dominated the second day of testing at Valencia today, with most riders deciding that there was little to learn in the tricky conditions.

Stoner Fastest During Day One Of Valencia Test

Oct 27 2008 8:11PM

Hayden, like new team-mate Casey Stoner, carried out his first run of the day with the GP8 before turning his attention firmly on the GP9 during today's Valencia test.

Kawasaki Back On Track At Valencia

Oct 27 2008 8:07PM

Less than 24 hours after the chequered flag at Valencia brought the 2008 season to a close, John Hopkins and new teammate, Marco Melandri, were back on track and working towards improving Kawasaki's Ninja ZX-RR machines ahead of the 2009 season.

Dovizioso Makes Debut On Repsol Honda

Oct 27 2008 8:05PM

Less than 24 hours after the 2008 MotoGP season ended at Valencia yesterday afternoon, the Repsol Honda Team began its preparation for the 2009 World Championship with Dani Pedrosa and new recruit Andrea Dovizioso.

Lorenzo Seventh Fastest In Day One At Valencia

Oct 27 2008 8:03PM

Fiat Yamaha Team rider Jorge Lorenzo made a start on his 2009 campaign today as the first day of winter testing took place in Valencia. It was also the first day of the new mono-brand tyre rule, with all MotoGP riders now on the same brand of tyres.

Rossi Impressed With 2009 Yamaha M1 During Test

Oct 27 2008 8:00PM

One day after the final race of his victorious season, MotoGP World Champion Valentino Rossi began working towards the defence of his title with his first day’s testing aboard the 2009 prototype M1.

Rizla Suzuki Positive About Valencia Test

Oct 27 2008 7:55PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP racers Chris Vermeulen and Loris Capirossi both made positive steps forward during today’s post Valencian Grand Prix test in Spain as they clocked the fourth and fifth fastest times respectively.

Stoner Wins 2008's Final GP

Oct 26 2008 5:42PM

Casey Stoner took a dominant victory in the final round of the 2008 MotoGP season to secure second place in the Constructors' World Championship for Ducati.

Hayden Takes Fifth In Final Race For Repsol Honda

Oct 26 2008 5:40PM

Repsol Honda RC212V rider Nicky Hayden had high hopes of a strong final ride with his team at Valencia today after an impressive performance in practice and qualifying.

Lorenzo Secures 'Rookie Of The Year' In Valencia

Oct 26 2008 5:38PM

Fiat Yamaha Team rider Jorge Lorenzo took a deserved Rookie of the Year title by finishing eighth at Valencia today, his fourth position in the championship the highest finish for a premier-class newcomer since the advent of four-stroke MotoGP.

Rossi Scores 16th Podium Of The Season

Oct 26 2008 5:37PM

Valentino Rossi brought the curtain down on a spectacular season with a third place in Valencia today, his 16th podium from 18 races in a year which saw him win his eighth world title.

Pedrosa Finishes Second In Valencia

Oct 26 2008 5:32PM

Repsol Honda rider Dani Pedrosa completed the 2008 MotoGP World Championship with a strong ride to second place in front of 117,000 sun-blessed fans at Valencia this afternoon.

Dovizioso Takes Fourth Place In Spain

Oct 26 2008 5:30PM

The last race of the MotoGP World Championship for 2008 ended for Andrea Dovizioso with a fourth place finish, which consolidates his fifth position in the championship ranking.

Top Ten In Valencia For Capirossi

Oct 26 2008 5:28PM

Rizla Suzuki’s Loris Capirossi used all his experience to fight to the chequered flag at Valencia today to secure himself a top-10 finish in the 2008 MotoGP World Championship.

MotoGP, Valencia - Race Results

Oct 26 2008 3:04PM

MotoGP race results from Valencia.

250cc Grand Prix, Valencia - Race Results

Oct 26 2008 1:11PM

250cc Grand Prix race results from Valencia.

125cc Grand Prix, Valencia - Race Results

Oct 26 2008 11:38AM

125cc Grand Prix race results from Valencia.

Hayden: Fastest All Day At Valencia

Oct 24 2008 6:09PM

Repsol Honda RC212V rider Nicky Hayden made a perfect start to the 2008 season finale at Valencia today, heading both morning and afternoon practice sessions.

Pedrosa Hoping For Dry Qualifying In Spain

Oct 24 2008 6:07PM

Repsol Honda rider Dani Pedrosa rode superbly in today’s opening two practice sessions for Sunday’s season-ending Valencia Grand Prix.

Dovizioso Sixth Fastest At Valencia On Opening Day

Oct 24 2008 5:01PM

The weather conditions at Valencia improved in the afternoon, and on a wet track Andrea Dovizioso took sixth position, satisfied with the work and performance of his wet tyres from Michelin.

Lorenzo Happy With Opening Valencia Practice

Oct 24 2008 4:58PM

Jorge Lorenzo made a return to home soil in Valencia today but it was a somewhat rainy homecoming for the 21-year-old as the final race of the season got underway.

Rossi Fourth In West Valencia Practice

Oct 24 2008 4:55PM

The traditional MotoGP season finale got underway in Valencia today in miserable weather conditions, with rain falling throughout the day. World Champion Valentino Rossi, chasing his tenth win of the season, was fourth overall despite a slip-off in this afternoon’s second free practice session.

Rain Affects Rizla Suzuki At Valencia

Oct 24 2008 4:13PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP racers Chris Vermeulen and Loris Capirossi were again hindered in their preparations for a MotoGP race, as yet another rain-affected day hit the paddock.

Kawasaki And GIL Motorsport To Part Company

Oct 24 2008 3:33PM

Kawasaki Motors Europe and GIL Motorsport will not continue their working relationship in the World Supersport Championship after the end of the 2008 season.

Centurion Confirms Hobbs And Cooper For 2009

Oct 23 2008 12:15AM

Centurion Racing are delighted to announce their two-rider line-up for the 2009 British Supersport series.

Vermeulen: "Hopefully We Can Stand On The Podium"

Oct 21 2008 11:01PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP is back in Europe for the final round of the 2008 MotoGP World Championship – hoping to join in the end of season celebrations.

Pedrosa Heads To Home GP With Repsol Honda Team

Oct 21 2008 10:34PM

Repsol Honda Team RC212V riders Dani Pedrosa and Nicky Hayden go into the 2008 MotoGP season finale at Valencia hoping for a repeat of earlier successes at the Spanish venue.

HM Plant Honda Announces 2009 Rider Line Up

Oct 21 2008 3:15PM

HM Plant Honda is pleased to announce its rider line-up for the 2009 British Superbike Championship with Glen Richards and Josh Brookes competing in the Superbike class.

Fiat Yamaha High On Confidence For Final GP Round

Oct 20 2008 9:16PM

A record-breaking season for Fiat Yamaha reaches its finale this weekend as the Grand Prix of Valencia brings the curtain down on the 2008 MotoGP World Championship.

Sykes Wins Final Race For Rizla Suzuki

Oct 20 2008 1:39AM

Tom Sykes has finished his season on a high by taking pole position, race win and the lap record today at Mallory Park during the Race of the Year.

World Superbike Provisional 2009 Calendar

Oct 19 2008 8:16PM

The newly released provisional 2009 World Superbike calendar.

Pramac Signs Kallio And Canepa For 2009

Oct 19 2008 8:10PM

Pramac Racing has confirmed its riders for 2009. Piloting the team's Ducati Desmosedici GP9 machines will be Mika Kallio and Niccolo Canepa.

Bridewell Takes Mugello Fifth Place In Italian Superbikes

Oct 19 2008 6:41PM

Wiltshire road racer Tommy Bridewell took a battling fifth place in the final round of the Italian Superbike Championship at Mugello today.

Edwards Eighth, Toseland Crashes

Oct 19 2008 1:03PM

Colin Edwards rode his Tech 3 Yamaha YZR-M1 machine to his best ever Malaysian MotoGP result today, the American finishing a scorching hot 21-lap encounter in eighth position.

Dovizioso Secures Debut MotoGP Podium

Oct 19 2008 1:01PM

Andrea Dovizioso concluded the weekend of the Malaysian Grand Prix by climbing for the first time onto a MotoGP podium after battling hard in a long race.

Stoner Struggles To Sepang Sixth Position

Oct 19 2008 12:59PM

Casey Stoner fought through the pain barrier to finish the Malaysian Grand Prix today, where sixth place in suffocating conditions was enough to seal the runner-up spot in the 2008 MotoGP World Championship with a round to spare.

Rossi Wins In Sepang As Lorenzo Crashes Out

Oct 19 2008 12:57PM

2008 World Champion Valentino Rossi rode an inch-perfect race in energy-sapping conditions at Sepang today to take his ninth win of the season and his 150th career podium.

Hayden Just Misses Sepang Podium

Oct 19 2008 12:52PM

Repsol Honda RC212V rider Nicky Hayden enjoyed a thrilling battle for the final podium position at tropically hot Sepang this afternoon, finally finishing a close fourth.

Pedrosa Rides To Second In Sepang Heat

Oct 19 2008 12:50PM

Repsol Honda rider Dani Pedrosa rode a brilliant race at witheringly hot Sepang this day, leading the first ten laps and finally finishing in a strong second place.

Capirossi Takes Seventh In Sepang

Oct 19 2008 12:48PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP’s Loris Capirossi battled to a well-earned seventh place at this afternoon’s Malaysian Grand Prix at Sepang as track temperatures reached an amazing 60ºC.

Points For Kawasaki In Sepang GP

Oct 19 2008 12:46PM

Kawasaki's John Hopkins overcame rear traction problems and the sweltering heat to take a hard fought 11th place in today's Malaysian Grand Prix.

MotoGP, Sepang - Race Results

Oct 19 2008 12:32PM

MotoGP race results from Sepang.

250cc GP, Sepang - Race Results

Oct 19 2008 12:30PM

250cc Grand Prix race results from Sepang.

125cc GP, Sepang - Race Results

Oct 19 2008 12:28PM

125cc Grand Prix race results from Sepang.

Bridgestone Confirmed As Single Tyre Supplier To MotoGP

Oct 18 2008 11:23PM

FIM today confirms that Bridgestone has won the contract for the supply of tyres to the MotoGP class for three years.

Pedrosa Claims Sepang Pole Position

Oct 18 2008 10:59AM

Repsol Honda RC212V rider Dani Pedrosa stormed to a brilliant pole position at Sepang this afternoon, triumphing at the end of a complex session which started out on a soaking wet track.

Stoner Qualifies Seventh But Remains Confident

Oct 18 2008 10:48AM

The second day of the Grand Prix of Malaysia was again hit by mixed weather conditions, making for a tricky qualifying practice and a virtual lottery in the scrap for grid positions.

Tricky Sepang Qualifying Conditions For Rizla Suzuki

Oct 18 2008 10:46AM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP’s three-rider attack all gave competitive displays in the varying conditions of this afternoon’s qualifying session at Sepang in Malaysia.

Lorenzo Looking Forward To Podium Battle In Malaysia

Oct 18 2008 10:44AM

Jorge Lorenzo and his Fiat Yamaha crew got their strategy right to secure an important front row start during a complicated qualifying session in Sepang today, the rookie’s eighth of the season and fifth in a row.

Sepang Front Row For Rossi

Oct 18 2008 10:41AM

Valentino Rossi secured his tenth front row start of the season in Sepang today in a tricky qualifying session which saw the track conditions changing constantly after a heavy downpour.

Hopkins Targets A Top Ten Finish In Sepang

Oct 18 2008 10:39AM

John Hopkins overcame difficult track conditions at the Sepang circuit this afternoon, to qualify his Ninja ZX-RR in tenth place for tomorrow's Malaysian Grand Prix.

MotoGP, Sepang - Qualifying Times

Oct 18 2008 10:36AM

MotoGP qualifying times from Sepang.

250cc GP, Sepang - Qualifying Times

Oct 18 2008 10:34AM

250cc Grand Prix qualifying times from Sepang.

125cc GP, Sepang - Qualifying Times

Oct 18 2008 10:33AM

125cc Grand Prix qualifying times from Sepang.

Plater Joins McGuiness In HM Plant Honda's "Roads Team"

Oct 17 2008 7:02PM

Steve Plater is pleased to announce he is to ride for HM Plant Honda in 2009. He will contest the North West 200 and Isle of Man TT road races alongside teammate and 14-times TT winner John McGuinness for the high profile Louth-based team.

Fifth Fastest In Sepang Practice For Pedrosa

Oct 17 2008 11:15AM

Repsol Honda RC212V rider Dani Pedrosa steadily improved his pace at Sepang today, completing the first two Malaysian GP practice sessions in fifth place, despite light rainfall which affected this afternoon’s session.

Lorenzo Fighting For Sepang Front Row

Oct 17 2008 10:59AM

Fiat Yamaha Team rider Jorge Lorenzo made a promising start to the penultimate Grand Prix of his rookie season today, finishing fifth overall in the combined standings on the opening day in Sepang.

Strong Sepang Start For Rossi

Oct 17 2008 10:53AM

Valentino Rossi, the recently-crowned 2008 MotoGP World Champion, got off to a strong start for the season’s second-last race in Sepang today, finishing second in the combined standings behind Tech 3 Yamaha colleague Colin Edwards.

Hayden Ninth In Sepang Practice

Oct 17 2008 10:47AM

Repsol Honda RC212V rider Nicky Hayden ended an unusual first day of practice ninth fastest at Sepang today.

Rizla Suzuki Confident Of Progress In Sepang

Oct 17 2008 10:28AM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP has had a positive first day at Sepang in Malaysia with all three riders confident of further advances in performance as the weekend progresses.

MotoGP, Sepang - Free Practice Times

Oct 17 2008 9:24AM

Friday's MotoGP free practice times from Sepang.

KTM Withdraws From 250cc GP Class

Oct 16 2008 10:18AM

KTM is focusing its efforts on the 125cc Grand Prix class for the future of the road racing world championship. The Red Bull KTM Team will be a newly formed factory squad.

Kawasaki Heads To Penultimate GP Round At Sepang

Oct 15 2008 4:39PM

The fast and technical Sepang circuit plays host to the penultimate round of the 2008 MotoGP world championship this weekend, and both Kawasaki riders head for Malaysia with a top ten finish firmly in their sights.

Ellison Joins GSE Racing For 2009

Oct 15 2008 9:03AM

Current champions GSE Racing will look to secure a record fifth British Superbike title in 2009 with riders James Ellison and Leon Camier aboard the all new Yamaha YZF-R1.

Haga's Ducati Xerox Move Officially Confirmed

Oct 14 2008 12:31PM

In recent weeks Ducati Corse has reached an agreement with Noriyuki Haga who will join the Ducati Xerox Team in 2009.

Rizla And Suzuki BSB Team End Partnership

Oct 14 2008 11:07AM

Rizla has decided to exit the British Superbike arena after seven successful years which have included many race victories and one British Superbike Championship in 2004.

Rizla Suzuki Heads To Malaysia For Penultimate Round

Oct 13 2008 4:54PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP is on its way to Sepang in Malaysia for the third race in the Pacific tour, and the penultimate round of the 2008 season.

Repsol Honda Confident For Sepang

Oct 13 2008 3:04PM

Repsol Honda Team RC212V riders Dani Pedrosa and Nicky Hayden go into MotoGP’s tropical race aiming for the top step of the podium. Both men have scored top-three finishes at the last two races, making them optimistic of strong results at Sepang.

Impressive Superbike Debut For Kirkham

Oct 13 2008 12:40AM

Jon Kirkham made an amazing debut on the Rob Mac Racing Yamaha Superbike at the last round of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship this weekend (12 October).

Numerous Brands Hatch Podiums For HM Plant Honda

Oct 13 2008 12:37AM

All four HM Plant Honda riders brought home podiums and points in the final round of the Bennetts British Superbike series today.

Byrne Bows Out With Double Race Win

Oct 12 2008 8:48PM

The 2008 British Superbike Champion Shane Byrne today scored a double victory in his final outing for the Airwaves Ducati team. Teammate Leon Camier followed a 5th in race one with a hard fought 3rd in race two, helping Ducati to secure the manufacturer’s title by 35 points.

NW200 Ducati Finish Season With Strong Results

Oct 12 2008 8:46PM

The NW200 Ducati team closed off the 2008 Bennetts British Superbike Championship in style this weekend at Brands Hatch with riders Michael Rutter on the North West 200 F08 Ducati gaining a seventh place and sixth place respectively in the two 30-lap races.

Ellison To Leave Hydrex Honda Following Brands Podium

Oct 12 2008 8:15PM

The sun came down, quite literally, on the 2008 Bennetts British Superbike Championship season with a superb podium placing for James Ellison at a sun-drenched Brands Hatch in Kent today.

Sykes Battles To Brands Hatch Fourth Place

Oct 12 2008 6:57PM

Tom Sykes finished the 2008 Bennetts British Superbike Championship in fourth place after putting on a brave and battling performance at the 12th and final round at Brands Hatch in Kent today.

British Superbikes, Brands Hatch - Race One Results

Oct 12 2008 3:20PM

British Superbike race one results from Brands Hatch.

Fifth In Qualifying For Ellison At Brands Hatch Finale

Oct 11 2008 6:51PM

Hydrex Bike Animal Honda rider James Ellison will start tomorrow's final two races in the 2008 Bennetts British Superbike Championship from fifth position on the grid after another exciting Swan Combi 50 Roll for Pole qualifying session at a sun-baked Brands Hatch in Kent today.

Suzuki Confirms Guintoli BSB Signing

Oct 11 2008 4:50PM

MotoGP star Sylvain Guintoli will be going for Championship glory with Suzuki's official team, run by Crescent, in British Superbikes in 2009 – and the team is confident its new signing will be able to challenge at the front right from the start.

Brands Hatch Front Row Start For Sykes

Oct 11 2008 4:48PM

Tom Sykes rose to the occasion and slashed 0.6-secs from yesterday's lap times to secure a front row start in fourth place for tomorrow's final round of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship at Brands Hatch Indy circuit in Kent.

British Superbikes, Brands Hatch - Qualifying Results

Oct 11 2008 3:41PM

British Superbike qualifying results from Brands Hatch.

Strong Start At Brands Hatch For Airwaves Ducati

Oct 10 2008 7:54PM

The final race weekend of the 2008 British Superbike season got underway at Brands Hatch today. Newly crowned champion Shane Byrne finished both free practice sessions in 3rd. His Airwaves Ducati teammate Leon Camier finished 5th and 6th.

Eighth Fastest For Sykes In Day One At Brands

Oct 10 2008 5:50PM

Tom Sykes completed free practice in eighth place today at Brands Hatch Indy circuit in Kent and he is looking to improve on his setup during tomorrow's final session so he can place his GSX-R1000 on the front row of the grid.

HM Plant Honda Looks For Brands Hatch Success

Oct 9 2008 8:52PM

All four HM Plant Honda riders will be looking for success as they head to Brands Hatch for this weekend’s final round of the 2008 Bennetts British Superbike series.

Sterilgarda Confirms Polita As Second Rider For 2009

Oct 9 2008 10:35AM

Alex Polita has been confirmed as the second rider in the Sterilgarda Ducati World Superbike team for 2009. The 23 year old will step up from the Superstock 1000 class and join the team's other new rider, Shane Byrne, for next season.

Hydrex Bike Animal Honda Aiming To End Season On A High

Oct 7 2008 1:06PM

The 2008 Bennetts British Superbike Championship concludes this weekend with the final round at the Brands Hatch Indy circuit whereby Hydrex Bike Animal Honda riders, James Ellison and Guy Martin, aim to round the season off in style.

Watanabe Joins Relentless Suzuki by TAS Racing

Oct 7 2008 9:45AM

Relentless Suzuki by TAS Racing is pleased to announce the signing of Atsushi Watanabe, the 2002 and 2007 Japanese Superbike Champion, who will race for the Irish based team in the 2009 British Superbike Championship.

Airwaves Ducati Look To Take Manufacturer's Title At Brands Hatch

Oct 7 2008 9:36AM

After sealing the British Superbike Championship a fortnight ago, the Airwaves Ducati team travels to Brands Hatch this weekend intent on helping Ducati secure the 2008 manufacturers title.

Rizla Suzuki Ready For Brands Hatch Finale

Oct 6 2008 11:57AM

Tom Sykes and Atsushi Watanabe are determined to see the season out on a high as they come into the final round of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship this weekend at Brands Hatch Indy circuit in Kent.

Bayliss Crowned World Superbike Champion

Oct 5 2008 6:45PM

By taking a third place finish in Race 1 and a fantastic race 2 win today at the "Circuit de Nevers Magny-Cours", Troy Bayliss has this weekend been crowned with a remarkable third World Superbike title.

Andrew Pitt Clinches World Supersport Title

Oct 5 2008 5:19PM

Following a nail biting 22-lap race at Magny Cours, HANNspree Ten Kate Honda’s Andrew Pitt has secured the 2008 World Supersport Championship title.

World Superbikes, Magny-Cours - Race Results

Oct 5 2008 4:47PM

World Superbike race results from Magny-Cours in France.

World Supersport, Magny-Cours - Race Result

Oct 5 2008 4:44PM

World Supersport race result from Magny-Cours in France.

Stoner Wins Phillip Island Grand Prix

Oct 5 2008 12:03PM

Casey Stoner took his fifth victory of the season, his second in a row at Phillip Island, and with it celebrated a special milestone for Ducati today. This was the Italian factory's 100th MotoGP race since joining the series in 2003.

Pedrosa Crashes Out Of Phillip Island Race

Oct 5 2008 12:00PM

Repsol Honda RC212V rider Dani Pedrosa had a luckless race at Phillip Island today, falling on the first lap.

Hayden Takes Third Place At Phillip Island

Oct 5 2008 11:58AM

Repsol Honda RC212V rider Nicky Hayden rode to a brilliant podium finish at cool and sunny Phillip Island today, the result moving him up two places in the World Championship points standings to sixth overall with two rounds remaining.

Phillip Island Points For West And Hopkins

Oct 5 2008 11:56AM

A determined ride in today's Australian Grand Prix at Philip Island saw Anthony West take the honours as first Kawasaki rider across the line, as the 27-year-old Aussie held off hard charging teammate, John Hopkins, to take a well deserved12th place in front of his home crowd.

Lorenzo Just Misses Phillip Island Podium

Oct 5 2008 11:54AM

Jorge Lorenzo was disappointed to miss out on the podium at Phillip Island today, despite prevailing in a race-long battle for fourth place.

Second At Phillip Island For Rossi

Oct 5 2008 11:52AM

Fiat Yamaha rider and 2008 World Champion Valentino Rossi recovered from yesterday’s mishap to charge through the field from the fourth row at Phillip Island today, eventually taking second behind Casey Stoner.

Hard Race For Rizla Suzuki In Australia

Oct 5 2008 11:50AM

Loris Capirossi and Chris Vermeulen both had their own race long battles during today’s Australian Grand Prix as they pushed themselves and their machinery to the limit to get the best results possible for Rizla Suzuki MotoGP.

MotoGP, Phillip Island - Race Result

Oct 5 2008 11:17AM

MotoGP race result from Phillip Island in Australia.

250cc Grand Prix, Phillip Island - Race Result

Oct 5 2008 11:15AM

250cc grand prix race results from Phillip Island in Australia.

125cc Grand Prix, Phillip Island - Race Result

Oct 5 2008 11:14AM

125cc grand prix race results from Phillip Island in Australia.

World Superbikes, Magny-Cours - Qualifying Result

Oct 4 2008 4:36PM

World Superbike Superpole qualifying result from Magny-Cours.

World Supersport, Magny-Cours - Qualifying Result

Oct 4 2008 4:35PM

World Supersport qualifying times from Magny-Cours.

Stoner Takes Pole Position For Home GP

Oct 4 2008 2:12PM

Casey Stoner took his eighth pole position of the season at Phillip Island today and with it claimed the prize of a new car for the "MotoGP Best Qualifier 2008", following an entertaining qualifying session that saw a host of different riders battling for top spot on tomorrow's grid.

Tough Phillip Island Qualifying For Rizla Suzuki

Oct 4 2008 2:10PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP racers Loris Capirossi and Chris Vermeulen are convinced that they will improve on their grid positions during tomorrow’s Australian Grand Prix, as both improved their race-tyre lap times today.

Qualifying Crash Leaves Rossi On Fourth Row

Oct 4 2008 2:02PM

An unfortunate mistake in the later stages of this afternoon’s qualifying session means that Fiat Yamaha rider Valentino Rossi will start tomorrow’s Australian Grand Prix from the outside of the fourth row.

Pedrosa Takes Sixth In Phillip Island Qualifying

Oct 4 2008 1:59PM

Repsol Honda rider Dani Pedrosa will start tomorrow’s Australian Grand Prix from the second row of the grid following a strong performance in today’s record-breaking qualifying session.

Second On Phillip Island Grid For Lorenzo

Oct 4 2008 1:58PM

Fiat Yamaha Team rider Jorge Lorenzo sealed the seventh front row start of his rookie season today, qualifying second for tomorrow’s Australian Grand Prix at Phillip Island.

Hayden Makes Phillip Island Front Row

Oct 4 2008 1:54PM

Nicky Hayden today stormed to his second front-row start in as many weekends, the Repsol Honda rider showing dazzling speed aboard his RC212V around the hugely challenging Phillip Island racetrack.

World Superbike, Magny-Cours - Qualifying 1 Times

Oct 3 2008 6:36PM

World Superbikes qualifying session one times from Magny-Cours.

World Supersport, Magny-Cours - Qualifying 1 Times

Oct 3 2008 6:34PM

World Supersport qualifying session one times from Magny-Cours.

Hayden Fastest In Wet Phillip Island Practice

Oct 3 2008 9:45AM

Repsol Honda RC212V rider Nicky Hayden dominated this afternoon’s soaking-wet second practice session at Phillip Island, lapping the high-speed seaside track three quarters of a second faster than his closest rival.

Lorenzo Confident After Phillip Island Free Practice

Oct 3 2008 9:40AM

Jorge Lorenzo made his MotoGP debut at Phillip Island today, looking to make an impression after taking 250cc honours at the track for the last two years.

Kawasaki Looking For Improvement After Phillip Island Opening Day

Oct 3 2008 9:38AM

Kawasaki's John Hopkins and Anthony West remain confident of a strong performance during tomorrow's final practice and qualifying sessions ahead of Sunday's Australian Grand Prix.

Rossi Back In Action Following Title Triumph

Oct 3 2008 9:33AM

Newly-crowned 2008 World Champion Valentino Rossi was back in action at Phillip Island today, just five days after clinching an incredible sixth premier class title, his eighth in all.

Sixth For Pedrosa During Opening Day At Phillip Island

Oct 3 2008 9:29AM

Changeable springtime weather dominated proceedings at Phillip Island today, Repsol Honda rider Dani Pedrosa ending the first two practice sessions sixth overall.

Vermeulen Third Fastest At Wet Phillip Island

Oct 3 2008 9:26AM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP’s Australian racer Chris Vermeulen got his home Grand Prix off to a good start as he recorded the third fastest time during this afternoon’s wet session

Competition: Win A Lock And Signed Team Polo Shirt

Oct 2 2008 7:58PM

This month the prize is an ABUS Granit Plus 51 motorcycle lock and Tena for Men Honda British Superbike team t-shirt (signed by rider Tristan Palmer and TV's Hairy Bikers).

Determined Kawasaki Arrives At Phillip Island

Oct 2 2008 4:12PM

Kawasaki's John Hopkins and Anthony West arrive in Australia determined to build on the promising results last time out in Japan, with West in particular looking to put on a good show at his home race after a difficult season so far.

Vermeulen Confident Ahead Of Home GP

Oct 2 2008 3:45PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP’s Australian star Chris Vermeulen is confident of a good result on home soil when he takes to the track for this weekend’s race.

Haga And Corser Aiming To Continue Good Form In France

Oct 1 2008 11:03PM

Both Noriyuki Haga and Troy Corser have good reason to look forward to the forthcoming WSB weekend in France, as each is enjoying a late season flourish of form.

Neukirchner Looking For Magny Cours Podium

Oct 1 2008 10:24PM

Team Alstare Suzuki's Max Neukirchner returns to the track that started his career in the main World Superbike squad last season when he was drafted into the Magny Cours race in France as a replacement for injured Yukio Kagayama.

JiR Team Scot Heads To Australia

Oct 1 2008 9:25PM

As soon as the Grand Prix of Japan ended JiR Team Scot began packing up to travel to Australia where the 16th round of the MotoGP championship will be held this weekend.

Guintoli To Join Rizla Suzuki BSB Team

Oct 1 2008 4:40PM

Sylvain Guintoli is the latest name in the "silly season" transfer merry-go-round and the Frenchman has surprised many by taking Tom Sykes' place in the Rizla Suzuki British Superbike team.

Spies Signs With Yamaha World Superbike Team

Oct 1 2008 10:58AM

American racing sensation Ben Spies has signed up to the Yamaha factory World Superbike Team to partner 23 yr old British rider Tom Sykes for the 2009 season.

Ten Kate Honda Confirms 2009 Line Up

Sep 30 2008 4:42PM

The HANNspree Ten Kate Honda team has confirmed its rider line-up for the 2009 World Superbike and World Supersport championships.

Rossi Looks To Continue Winning At Phillip Island

Sep 30 2008 12:31PM

The Fiat Yamaha Team make a triumphant return to Australia this week with the triple crown of riders’, teams’ and constructors’ titles already in the bag, one year after arriving at Phillip Island in very different shape.

Byrne Signs For Sterilgarda For 2009

Sep 29 2008 5:30PM

Sterigarda has announced the signing of recently crowned British Superbike Champion, Shane "Shakey" Byrne for 2009. The 32-year old English rider is the first of two names expected to be announced by the team.

Suzuki Sweeps Laguna Seca AMA Superbikes

Sep 29 2008 4:55PM

Rockstar Makita Suzuki Factory Racing celebrated the end of the 2008 AMA Superbike season in true championship-winning style by sweeping the AMA Superbike podium at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca in California, on Sunday afternoon.

Repsol Honda Confident For Phillip Island

Sep 29 2008 2:42PM

Repsol Honda RC212V riders Dani Pedrosa and Nicky Hayden are ready for one of the biggest challenges of the MotoGP season – the Australian Grand Prix at Phillip Island.

Pedrosa Completes Test, Eats Cake!

Sep 29 2008 12:47PM

After taking his first podium finish with Bridgestone tyres at Honda’s home Grand Prix, Dani Pedrosa came back to work this morning.

Byrne To Leave GSE After Securing BSB Title

Sep 28 2008 8:39PM

GSE Racing and Shane Byrne have today (28th September 2008) announced that Shane will be moving on from the team to pursue aspirations in the World Superbike Championship in 2009.

Silverstone Sixth For Ellison

Sep 28 2008 7:28PM

Amidst one of the lowest points hauls of the season for the team, Hydrex Bike Animal Honda rider James Ellison salvaged some pride by posting a sixth place finish in race two at British Superbike Championship held at Silverstone today.

Haslam Takes Silverstone Race Win

Sep 28 2008 7:02PM

Leon Haslam took another race win for HM Plant Honda in a mixed day for the team in the Bennetts British Superbike championship.

Sykes Takes Silverstone Podium From 17th On The Grid

Sep 28 2008 6:16PM

Tom Sykes started from 17th and fought his way to third by the chequered flag in the second race of the 11th round of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship at Silverstone in Northamptonshire today.

British Superbikes, Silverstone - Race Results

Sep 28 2008 6:02PM

British Superbike race results from Silverstone.

Byrne Clinches 2008 British Superbike Title

Sep 28 2008 2:10PM

Shane "Shakey" Byrne has secured the 2008 Bennetts British Superbike Championship title following his third place in the opening race at Silverstone today.

Rossi Wins Motegi Race And 2008 MotoGP Championship

Sep 28 2008 11:47AM

Valentino Rossi rode a perfect race to win Yamaha’s home Grand Prix in Japan today, claiming the 2008 MotoGP World Championship title in the process.

Lorenzo Fourth At Motegi

Sep 28 2008 11:46AM

Fiat Yamaha Rider Jorge Lorenzo just missed out on a podium at Motegi today, finishing fourth after a hard fight with Dani Pedrosa.

Stoner's Second Place In Motegi Gives Rossi Title

Sep 28 2008 11:44AM

Casey Stoner fought hard with Dani Pedrosa and Valentino Rossi for victory at Motegi today.

Hard Fought Motegi Sixth Place For Capirossi

Sep 28 2008 11:41AM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP racer Loris Capirossi produced a hard fought race to bring his Suzuki GSV-R home in sixth position at Motegi today.

Pedrosa Takes Podium With New Tyre Package

Sep 28 2008 11:39AM

Repsol Honda rider Dani Pedrosa rode a great race at Honda’s home MotoGP event, finishing third place after leading the early stages of a record-breaking Japanese GP.

Hayden In Top Five In Japan

Sep 28 2008 11:37AM

Repsol Honda rider Nicky Hayden rode to a hard-fought fifth-place finish in today’s record-breaking Japanese GP at Motegi.

MotoGP, Motegi - Race Results

Sep 28 2008 7:13AM

MotoGP race results from Motegi in Japan. Valentino Rossi's win confirms him as 2008 World Champion.

250cc, Motegi - Race Results

Sep 28 2008 7:10AM

250cc race results from Motegi in Japan.

125cc, Motegi - Race Results

Sep 28 2008 7:08AM

125cc race results from Motegi in Japan.

Silverstone Pole Position For Crutchlow

Sep 27 2008 9:37PM

Cal Crutchlow has taken his second successive pole position as he starts alongside team-mate Leon Haslam for tomorrow’s Bennetts British Superbike races.

Airwaves Ducati Riders To Start From Silverstone Row Two

Sep 27 2008 9:03PM

Tomorrow GSE Racing will be looking to achieve their 4th British Superbike title. Airwaves Ducati riders Shane Byrne and Leon Camier will start round 11 from the second row of the grid.

Eighth Fastest For Ellison In Silverstone Qualifying

Sep 27 2008 6:39PM

Hydrex Bike Animal Honda rider James Ellison fought against the odds to post eighth fastest time during the sun-kissed qualifying session at the penultimate round of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship at Silverstone today.

Sykes Confident After Silverstone Qualifying

Sep 27 2008 6:36PM

Tom Sykes will head the second row in fifth place for tomorrow's double-header 11th round of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship at Silverstone.

Third Place For Hayden In Motegi Qualifying

Sep 27 2008 6:33PM

Repsol Honda rider Nicky Hayden stormed to a front-row start at Motegi this afternoon, signalling his intention to play a leading role in tomorrow’s Japanese Grand Prix.

Pedrosa Happy With Tyre Progress During Qualifying

Sep 27 2008 6:31PM

Repsol Honda rider Dani Pedrosa will start tomorrow’s Japanese GP from the second row of the grid after recording fifth-fastest time in this afternoon’s qualifying session.

Capirossi Qualifies On Motegi Second Row

Sep 27 2008 6:29PM

Loris Capirossi will start from the second row of the grid for tomorrow’s Japanese Grand Prix after recording the sixth fastest time on his Rizla Suzuki GSV-R at Motegi today.

Lorenzo Takes Motegi Pole Position

Sep 27 2008 6:27PM

Jorge Lorenzo was on superb form at Motegi today, taking an impressive pole position on his first visit to Japan as a Yamaha rider.

Fourth Place Start In Japan For Rossi

Sep 27 2008 6:25PM

Valentino Rossi will contest his first ‘match point’ of the 2008 championship from the head of the second row tomorrow, having qualified fourth at Motegi today.

250cc, Motegi - Qualifying Results

Sep 27 2008 8:43AM

250cc qualifying results from Motegi in Japan.

MotoGP, Motegi - Qualifying Results

Sep 27 2008 7:16AM

MotoGP qualifying results from Motegi in Japan.

125cc, Motegi - Qualifying Results

Sep 27 2008 7:15AM

125cc qualifying results from Motegi in Japan.

Sykes Fifth During Silverstone Practice

Sep 26 2008 6:16PM

Tom Sykes finished free practice in a solid fifth place at Silverstone in Northamptonshire ahead of the 11th round of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship, his team-mate Atsushi Watanabe claimed 11th place.

Dovizioso To Join Repsol Honda For 2009

Sep 26 2008 9:47AM

Former 125 World Champion Andrea Dovizioso is to join the Repsol Honda Team for the 2009 MotoGP World Championship.

Stoner Fastest In Opening Day In Japan

Sep 26 2008 9:45AM

Casey Stoner set the quickest lap on the opening day of free practice for the Grand Prix of Japan at Motegi today, where Marco Melandri made an encouraging start with the eighth fastest time.

JiR To End Partnership With HRC For 2009

Sep 26 2008 9:42AM

JiR has decided to review its sporting and commercial strategy for the 2009 season. The decision comes following the non-acceptance by the Honda Racing Corporation of JiR’s MotoGP project for the 2009.

Hayden Fast In The Wet At Motegi

Sep 26 2008 9:39AM

Repsol Honda rider Nicky Hayden made a good start to his Japanese GP weekend at Motegi today.

Capirossi On Motegi Pace

Sep 26 2008 9:36AM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP racer Loris Capirossi was on the pace at Motegi in Japan during today’s free practice sessions as he clocked the fifth fastest time.

Lorenzo Struggles In Changing Motegi Conditions

Sep 26 2008 9:32AM

After his first ever wet-weather podium in Indianapolis, Fiat Yamaha rider Jorge Lorenzo continued with his newly-found liking for riding in the rain with a strong performance in this morning’s wet first practice session.

Rossi Third In Opening Motegi Practice

Sep 26 2008 9:26AM

Valentino Rossi made a solid start to his Japanese Grand Prix weekend by riding his Fiat Yamaha M1 to third place on the opening day of action at Motegi.

Brogan Looking To Clinch Superstock Title At Silverstone

Sep 25 2008 7:15PM

HM Plant Honda has arrived at Silverstone looking to wrap up the Metzeler National Superstock 1000 title with Steve Brogan.

Team Teka Suzuki Aims For Nations Success

Sep 25 2008 6:14PM

Current MX1 Manufacturers World Champions Suzuki will have a strong presence at the 62nd Motocross of Nations held at Donington Park in Great Britain this weekend.

Corser Signs With BMW For 2009

Sep 25 2008 11:16AM

BMW are happy to announce that Australian Troy Corser has signed to ride the all new BMW S1000RR in next year’s Superbike World Championship.

Airwaves Ducati Look To Secure BSB Title At Silverstone

Sep 24 2008 7:27PM

Airwaves Ducati head to Silverstone this weekend looking to secure GSE Racing’s 4th British Superbike championship title.

Cal Crutchlow To Leave HM Plant Honda For 2009

Sep 23 2008 7:03PM

The HM Plant Honda team and rider Cal Crutchlow are to end their pairing at the close of this season, with Cal choosing to move onto the World Championship racing arena.

Gearlink Kawasaki Head To Silverstone

Sep 23 2008 7:01PM

The Gearlink Kawasaki British Supersport team heads to Silverstone to contest the penultimate round of the Fuchs/Silkolene British Supersport championship, which takes place at the Northamptonshire circuit on Sunday.

Yamaha Signs Cal Crutchlow For The 2009 World Supersport Team

Sep 23 2008 6:57PM

The Yamaha World Supersport team has signed British Superbike rider Cal Crutchlow to partner Frenchman Fabien Foret for the 2009 World Supersport Championship. The 22yr old British rider is highly competitive and is no stranger to championship success.

Ellison And Martin On A Roll Heading For Silverstone

Sep 23 2008 6:55PM

Following a very successful month so far in September, the Hydrex Bike Animal Honda duo of James Ellison and Guy Martin head to the penultimate round of the 2008 Bennetts British Superbike Championship brimful of confidence.

The JiR Team Scot Flies East For The Japanese Grand Prix At Honda’s Home Of Motegi

Sep 22 2008 8:21PM

The fifteenth round of the MotoGP Championship, will take place Sunday September 26th at the circuit of Twin Ring Motegi. The plant built in 1997 and owned by Honda, consists of two circuits, an oval of about 2.5 km and the road circuit of 4801 metres, which will challenge JiR Team Scot this weekend.

First Title 'Match Point' For Rossi In Montegi

Sep 22 2008 8:18PM

Valentino Rossi gets his first opportunity to wrap up the 2008 MotoGP World Championship this weekend in Yamaha's home race at Motegi. The record-breaking 29-year-old arrives at the Grand Prix of Japan with an 87-point lead over Casey Stoner at the top of the standings with only four races left, meaning third place on Sunday will be enough to seal the title even if Stoner takes victory.

Trophy Success For McGuinness At Scarborough

Sep 22 2008 8:15PM

John McGuinness enjoyed another successful trip to Oliver’s Mount, Scarborough at the weekend and the Morecambe ace claimed the David Jefferies Trophy for the first time in his illustrious career. Never off the podium in his four races, McGuinness put in a series of high class performances on the Padgett’s Honda’s and he was rewarded for his efforts with a brace of second place finishes and a pair of thirds.

Kawasaki Head For The Twin Ring And Home

Sep 22 2008 8:13PM

The Kawasaki Racing Team head for their second home race of the season this weekend, as the MotoGP circus travels to Motegi for the A-Style Grand Prix of Japan, the 15th round of the 2008 world championship.

The Aim Yamaha Suport Team Head To Silverstone

Sep 22 2008 8:11PM

The AIM Yamaha British Supersport team heads to Silverstone in Northamptonshire for the penultimate round of the Fuchs/Silkolene British Supersport championship on Sunday.

Rizla Suzuki Threesome Head Home For Japanese GP

Sep 22 2008 8:07PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP has a three headed attack for this weekend’s race in Japan, for the first of three Grands Prix over four weekends around the Pacific Rim.

Victory At Vallelunga

Sep 22 2008 12:28AM

HANNspree Ten Kate Honda's Jonathan Rea has clinched his third win of the season at the 11th round of the World Supersport Championship at Vallelunga. The young Ulsterman dominated the race from start to finish, clearly signalling his intent to claim the prestigious world title in his debut year on the world stage.

Frustrating Time For Kiyonari At Vallelunga

Sep 22 2008 12:26AM

Current HANNspree Superbike World Championship leader Troy Bayliss was forced to put his title celebrations on hold today, as 'Nitro' Nori Haga clinched the double victory at Vallelunga. With a 101-point advantage over second-placed Troy Corser before the 12th round of the series in Italy, Australian Bayliss could have comfortably laid his claim to the Superbike crown, with two rounds still remaining.

Record Brealing Martin On Top At Scarborough

Sep 22 2008 12:22AM

For a record breaking sixth successive year, Hydrex Bike Animal Honda rider Guy Martin won the Steve Henshaw International Gold Cup after another display of domination at a sun-drenched Oliver's Mount, Scarborough this weekend.

Neukirchner Just Misses Vallelunga Podium

Sep 22 2008 12:21AM

Team Alstare Suzuki rider Max Neukirchner took a gritty pair of fourths in the 12th round of the Superbike World Championship at Vallelunga in Italy today.

Haga Takes Another Double Win As Yamaha Dominate The Podium In Vallelunga

Sep 22 2008 12:18AM

Noriyuki Haga (Yamaha Motor Italia WSB Team) had an outstanding raceday at Vallelunga, scoring a double win and promoting himself to third in the championship after two 24-lap races of full drama.

Points For Lavilla And Walker At Vallelunga

Sep 22 2008 12:14AM

Vent Axia VK Honda riders Gregorio Lavilla and Chris Walker added to the points tally, although not as many as they would have liked, with a pair of solid rides at round twelve of the Hannspree World Superbike Championship held at Vallelunga near Rome in Italy today.

Alstare On Second Row At Vallenunga

Sep 20 2008 11:28PM

Team Alstare Suzuki riders Max Neukirchner and Yukio Kagayama will start from the second row of the grid for tomorrow's 12th round of the World Superbike Championship at Vallelunga in Italy.

Corser And Haga Take Front Row Starts

Sep 20 2008 11:22PM

After the wet weather endured by all on the first day, warm and sunny conditions for the final qualifying sessions allowed the Yamaha Motor Italia World Superbike riders to easily make it into Superpole, and subsequently earn front row starts for Sunday's Vallelunga races.

Tommy Hill To Move To World Superbikes

Sep 20 2008 12:08AM

World Supersport rider Tommy Hill is to ride in the Superbike class for 2009 after agreeing terms with his HANNspree Honda Althea team.

Biaggi Signs For Aprilia For 2009

Sep 19 2008 11:46PM

Max Biaggi, who won three of his four world 250 GP titles with Aprilia, is set to return to the Noale-based company to ride the Aprilia RSV4 in the Superbike World Championship in 2009 and 2010.

Alstare Suzuki Struggle At Wet Vallelunga

Sep 19 2008 11:09PM

Atrocious conditions at today's 12th-round World Superbike Championship first day of qualifying in Vallelunga in Italy hindered Team Suzuki Alstare riders Fonsi Nieto, Yukio Kagayama and Max Neukirchner.

Rain Greets Xerox Ducati In Italy

Sep 19 2008 7:26PM

After spending four days in the rain at Donington just two weeks ago, the Ducati Xerox Team were not expecting to face similar conditions here at Vallelunga.

Haga Fastest In Opening Day At Vallelunga

Sep 19 2008 6:53PM

Noriyuki Haga set the fastest time of the first wet qualifying session at Vallelunga. In a great team display Troy Corser went fourth fastest, despite the atrocious track conditions.

Repsol Honda Ready For Motegi And Home GP

Sep 19 2008 12:35PM

Repsol Honda Team RC212V riders Dani Pedrosa and Nicky Hayden go into Honda’s home round of the 2008 MotoGP World Championship determined to climb the podium at Twin Ring Motegi.

Confident Yamaha Moves Onto Vallelunga

Sep 17 2008 6:09PM

After taking part in a successful official FGSport test at Vallelunga in July both Troy Corser and Noriyuki Haga will see nothing but opportunities at the final Italian round on the 2008 World Superbike calendar.

GSE Moves From Ducati To Yamaha

Sep 17 2008 1:32PM

GSE Racing has today, 17th September, announced that it will enter into a relationship with Yamaha Motor UK to compete in the British Superbike Championship over the next 3 years.

Stars Ready For British Supercross Championship In Sheffield

Sep 17 2008 1:31AM

With a major new British ACU title and champion on the horizon it is hardly surprising that a record number of British MX teams and riders are lining up to compete in this year's British Supercross Championship which kicks of at Sheffield Arena on the 25th of October.

Hayden To Leave HRC For Ducati In 09

Sep 15 2008 7:24PM

Nicky Hayden will leave Honda at the end of the season to take up place alongside Casey Stoner in the Ducati garage.

Indianapolis Podium For Lorenzo

Sep 15 2008 12:01AM

Jorge Lorenzo made the podium in a wet race for the very first time in his entire career today, claiming third place at the inaugural Indianapolis Grand Prix at the famous ‘Brickyard’.

Rossi Makes History With Indianapolis Win

Sep 14 2008 11:59PM

Valentino Rossi wrote another chapter in his ever-expanding history book at Indianapolis today, claiming his 69th premier-class win and becoming the most successful rider in premier-class history in the process.

Sixth For Spies At Difficult Indianapolis Grand Prix

Sep 14 2008 11:20PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP wildcard racer Ben Spies rode to a superb sixth place in atrocious conditions during the inaugural Indianapolis Grand Prix today.

MotoGP, Indianapolis - Race Results

Sep 14 2008 9:34PM

MotoGP race results from Indianapolis.

Haslam Takes Race Two Win At Croft

Sep 14 2008 9:27PM

Croft saw yet another win for Leon Haslam - his fourth from the last five Bennetts British Superbike outings.

Croft Superbike Win For Camier

Sep 14 2008 9:21PM

Leon Camier recorded his 2nd win of the 2008 season in round 10 of the British Superbike Championship at Croft today. He followed up a win in race one with a 5th in race two whilst teammate Shane Byrne had a frustrating day with a 5th and 4th place finish.

Points For Harris At Croft

Sep 14 2008 9:18PM

Karl Harris qualified his Rob Mac Racing Yamaha YZF-R1 in 7th place for Round 10 of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship this weekend at Croft Circuit in North Yorkshire.

Double Croft For Podium For Sykes

Sep 14 2008 6:00PM

Tom Sykes took two hard-earned podium places at today's 10th round of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship at Croft in North Yorkshire while his team mate Atsushi Watanabe come home 12th twice.

Melandri Move To Kawasaki Confirmed

Sep 14 2008 5:58PM

The Kawasaki Racing Team can confirm that Marco Melandri will partner John Hopkins for Kawasaki's assault on the 2009 MotoGP World Championship, after securing the Italian's signature on a two-year contract today in Indianapolis.

British Superbikes, Croft - Race Results

Sep 14 2008 5:56PM

British Superbike race results from Croft.

MotoGP, Indianapolis - Qualifying

Sep 14 2008 9:44AM

MotoGP qualifying from Indianapolis.

Tenth For Ellison In Croft Qualifying

Sep 13 2008 7:07PM

After rain affected the opening couple of sessions, Hydrex Bike Animal Honda rider James Ellison eventually posted tenth fastest time when the sun finally did break out at Croft for qualifying for round ten of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship today.

Front Two Rows In Croft Qualifying For Airwaves Ducati

Sep 13 2008 7:03PM

Shane Byrne and Leon Camier will start from 3rd and 6th on the grid respectively for tomorrow’s British Superbike race at Croft. Although it was only the second round that the new knockout qualifying format has been used, both riders comfortably qualified in the top 10.

Sykes Qualifies Fifth At Croft

Sep 13 2008 6:59PM

Tom Sykes took a solid fifth place during a dry qualifying session at Croft today for round 10 of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship, with his team-mate Atsushi Watanabe coming home in 11th.

West Ends Opening Day At Indianapolis As Fastest

Sep 13 2008 12:00AM

Kawasaki's Anthony West dominated both practice sessions during the opening day at a very wet Indianapolis circuit, putting his Ninja ZX-RR at the top of the timesheets in both practice periods to finish as the fastest rider overall.

Difficult Start On Bridgestones For Pedrosa

Sep 12 2008 11:56PM

Repsol Honda rider Dani Pedrosa had the toughest possible start to his Indianapolis weekend today: new bike, new tyres and a rain-soaked racetrack.

Hayden Eighth Fastest At Home GP Opening Day

Sep 12 2008 11:55PM

Relentless rain dominated proceedings at Indy today, with Repsol Honda RC212V rider Nicky Hayden ending the first two sessions eighth fastest.

Rizla Suzuki Hampered By Bad Weather At Indianapolis

Sep 12 2008 11:53PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP’s three rider attack at this weekend’s inaugural Indianapolis Grand Prix in America was hampered today in its preparations for Sunday’s race by persistent rain at new 4,216m circuit.

Seventh Fastest For Lorenzo In Indianapolis Practice

Sep 12 2008 11:50PM

MotoGP made its long-awaited debut at the historic Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indiana today, the first time in 99 years that the track has seen motorcycle action.

Steady Start For Rossi At Rain Hit Indianapolis

Sep 12 2008 11:47PM

The historic Indianapolis Motor Speedway had its first taste of MotoGP action today as the inaugural Indianapolis Grand Prix got underway, but it was a rain-hit debut for the sport at this most famous of racetracks.

MotoGP, Indianapolis - Friday Practice Times

Sep 12 2008 8:09PM

Friday's MotoGP free practice times from a wet Indianapolis.

Byrne Fastest At Croft During Opening Day

Sep 12 2008 6:37PM

The Airwaves Ducati team completed 76 laps in two practice sessions at Croft today. Shane Byrne recorded the fastest time of the day, 1:20.973 to finish first this morning.

Strong Start At Croft For Sykes

Sep 12 2008 6:36PM

Tom Sykes and Atsushi Watanabe got the 10th round of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship off to a steady start with Tom claiming third place during free practice and Atsu grabbing 12th.

Yamaha World Superbike Team Signs Tom Sykes

Sep 11 2008 7:09PM

The Yamaha Motor Italia World Superbike Team has signed promising young British rider Tom Sykes for the 2009 season with the option to extend for 2010.

HM Plant Honda Aiming For Croft Podiums

Sep 11 2008 6:14PM

Riders Leon Haslam, Cal Crutchlow and Steve Brogan are looking forward to podium finishes from this weekend’s Croft races.

Mladin Disqualification Appeal Rejected

Sep 10 2008 9:04PM

American Suzuki Motor Corporation and Yoshimura Racing were shocked and dismayed when the written evidence demanded by the AMA, the request for an appeal of Mladin's disqualification from the VIR Superbike races was summarily rejected.

Sykes Looking For Double Croft Victory

Sep 10 2008 8:24PM

Following his spectacular second place finish at World Superbikes at Donington Park Rizla Suzuki's Tom Sykes is now looking to the 10th round of the British Superbike Championship at Croft in North Yorkshire.

Three Way Battle For MX1 Motocross World Championship

Sep 10 2008 6:00PM

With just one round remaining in the 2008 FIM MX1 Motocross World Championship only three riders are still in with a shot of lifting the title.

Airwaves Ducati Confident For Croft

Sep 10 2008 5:53PM

Following their 3rd and 4th places at Cadwell Park three weeks ago, Shane Byrne and Leon Camier head to Croft in high spirits for round 10 of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship this weekend.

JiR Team Scot Heads Back To United States

Sep 9 2008 6:25PM

The MotoGP World Championship, following on from Laguna Seca earlier this season, is back in the United States, but no longer on the West Coast. The fourteenth round will instead take place on the track of Indianapolis in America’s Mid-West.

Hydrex Bike Animal Honda Look To Home Round

Sep 9 2008 1:09AM

Croft Circuit plays host to round ten of the BSB Championship this weekend with it being of specific importance to the local Hydrex Bike Animal Honda Team who are based just a few miles down the road at Guisborough.

Kawasaki Optimistic For Indianapolis MotoGP Round

Sep 8 2008 9:14PM

Kawasaki's John Hopkins and Anthony West head to round 14 of the MotoGP Championship, which is being held at the Indianapolis circuit for the very first time, in optimistic mood.

Rossi Excited By New Circuit Challenge

Sep 8 2008 7:51PM

The MotoGP World Championship heads to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the first time in its history this weekend, with Rossi leading the Championship.

Rizla Suzuki Heads To Indianapolis

Sep 8 2008 7:47PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP is making its second transatlantic trip of the season as it travels to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the inaugural Indianapolis Grand Prix in America.

Bayliss Takes First Ever Donington Park Win

Sep 7 2008 10:07PM

Troy Bayliss and his Ducati F08 today achieved a fantastic victory at Donington Park, one of the only international tracks at which he had until now failed to take a Superbike win.

Difficult Podium For Corser At Donington

Sep 7 2008 9:39PM

Troy Corser secured a fine third place in the second race at Donington, in what was otherwise a particularly challenging weekend of action at a wet and dry Donington Park.

Crutchlow Finishes Second At Donington Park

Sep 7 2008 8:27PM

Both HM Plant Honda riders made Britain proud today with their performances against the World’s best Superbike riders at Donington Park.

World Superbike Podium For Sykes

Sep 7 2008 7:57PM

Tom Sykes kept his cool during a red flagged aggregated race one at the 11th round of the World Superbike Championship at Donington Park today to take a close second place to Troy Bayliss after leading for a large part of the race.

Ellison Takes Donington Park Fourth Place

Sep 7 2008 7:54PM

Hydrex Bike Animal Honda rider James Ellison turned on the style with a superb performance when he splashed his way to fourth place in the second of today's two World Superbike races at Donington Park.

World Superbikes, Donington Park - Race Two Results

Sep 7 2008 5:15PM

World Superbike race two results from Donington Park.

World Superbikes, Donington Park - Race One Results

Sep 7 2008 2:51PM

World Superbike race one results from Donington Park.

World Superbikes, Donington Park - Qualifying Results

Sep 7 2008 8:37AM

World Superbike qualifying results from Donington Park.

Tricky Start For Corser And Haga At Donington Park

Sep 5 2008 7:42PM

Troy Corser and Noriyuki Haga negotiated the first day of practice at a soaking wet Donington Park largely to evaluate their wet weather settings, with varying degrees of success.

Cautious Start At Wet Donington Park For Alstare Suzuki

Sep 5 2008 7:21PM

Team Suzuki Alstare riders Fonsi Nieto and Yukio Kagayama and Max Neukirchner took things cautiously at a wet Donington Park today, finishing 16th, 19th and 23rd.

Top Ten In Donington Park Opening Day For Ellison

Sep 5 2008 6:33PM

Hydrex Bike Animal Honda rider James Ellison defied the torrential wet conditions to record a superb top ten placing in the opening qualifying session for round eleven of the World Superbike Championship meeting at Donington Park today.

Provisional Donington Park Front Row For Sykes

Sep 5 2008 5:48PM

Tom Sykes is on the provisional front row for round 11 of this weekend's World Superbike double-header after finishing this afternoon's first wet qualifying session in fourth place at Donington Park.

Pedrosa And Hayden To Use Pneumatic Valves At Indianapolis

Sep 5 2008 5:38PM

Repsol Honda Team riders Dani Pedrosa and Nicky Hayden will tackle the inaugural Indianapolis Grand Prix using pneumatic-valve RC212V machines.

Vermeulen And Capirossi To Stay With Rizla Suzuki In 2009

Sep 5 2008 5:02PM

Suzuki Motor Corporation are pleased to announce that Loris Capirossi and Chris Vermeulen have both agreed terms to continue riding for the Japanese company’s MotoGP squad for a further season.

World Superbikes, Donington Park - Qualifying 1 Times

Sep 5 2008 4:23PM

World Superbike qualifying session one times from Donington Park.

World Superbikes, Donington Park - Free Practice 1 Times

Sep 5 2008 12:10PM

World Superbike free practice session 1 times from Donington Park.

Gary Johnson Withdraws From Donington Park

Sep 5 2008 9:45AM

Gary Johnson has been forced to pull out of this weekend’s World Superbike Championship round at Donington Park due to an ongoing injury sustained earlier this season.

Season So Far For The Teka Suzuki WMX1 Team

Sep 4 2008 11:40PM

2008 has been exciting so far for the factory Suzuki MX1 team who welcomed aboard a new title sponsor this year and were renamed as the Teka Suzuki WMX1 team.

Parkalgar Honda Plan Craig Jones Tribute At Donington

Sep 3 2008 5:58PM

Parkalgar Honda Miguel Praia will return to the race action at Donington Park this weekend for round 10 of the World Supersport Championship following a four week break in the calendar.

Yamaha Prepared For Donington Park World Superbike Round

Sep 3 2008 4:33PM

As the five-week summer break in the World Superbike Championship calendar comes to an end this weekend at Donington Park, Haga and Corser will each have good recent memories to draw on.

Haslam And Crutchlow Fired Up For Donington Park Wildcards

Sep 3 2008 3:36PM

This weekend sees the HM Plant Honda team take on the World championship regulars when the World Superbike Championship makes its visit to Donington Park, Leicestershire.

Kawasaki Continues Development In Misano Test

Sep 1 2008 9:23PM

Kawasaki's John Hopkins and Anthony West returned to the Misano circuit today for a one-day post-race test, to continue development of their upgraded Ninja ZX-RR race machines.

Co-ordit Yamaha Withdraws From British Superbikes

Sep 1 2008 7:42PM

British Superbike team Co-ordit Racing have officially withdrawn from the 2008 Championship.

Positive Misano Test For Pedrosa

Sep 1 2008 7:28PM

Repsol Honda rider Dani Pedrosa had an intensive day of testing at Misano today, making his debut with Bridgestone tyres and testing Honda’s pneumatic-valve RC212V.

Ellison Back In Action With Donington Park Wildcard

Sep 1 2008 5:07PM

After sitting out the last round of BSB at Cadwell Park last weekend, due to a wrist injury, Hydrex Bike Animal Honda rider James Ellison will be back in action at this weekend's World Superbike Championship meeting at Donington Park.

Bridewell To Ride For Centurion Again At BSB Finale

Sep 1 2008 4:11PM

After his very strong performance at Cadwell Park last weekend, Tommy Bridewell has secured a seat with the Centurion Racing Team to contest the final round of the Fuchs-Silkolene British Supersport Series at Brands Hatch.

Sykes Ready For Donington Park World Superbike Round

Sep 1 2008 3:26PM

Tom Sykes and his Rizla Suzuki team are gearing up for their second appearance on the world stage as round 11 of the World Superbike Championship takes place at Donington Park.

Fourth For Pedrosa While Hayden Sits Out Misano Race

Aug 31 2008 5:44PM

Repsol Honda RC212V rider Dani Pedrosa battled for a podium result at red-hot Misano this afternoon, the Spaniard eventually finishing fourth to bolster his third place in the World Championship.

Stoner Crashes Out Of San Marino Grand Prix

Aug 31 2008 5:41PM

Casey Stoner today slid out of the lead in the San Marino Grand Prix - an event he had dominated throughout practice and qualifying.

Rossi Equals Premier Class Win Record At Misano

Aug 31 2008 4:42PM

Valentino Rossi reached another milestone in his outstanding career today by matching the all-time premier-class win record.

Lorenzo Happy To be Back On The Podium

Aug 31 2008 4:39PM

Jorge Lorenzo made it a fantastic home-race double podium for the Fiat Yamaha Team today, finishing second behind his team-mate Valentino Rossi at Misano.

Dovizioso Battles To Eighth At San Marino

Aug 31 2008 4:19PM

Andrea Dovizioso ended today’s Grand Prix of San Marino and Riviera di Rimini in eighth position, after riding an aggressive race while avoiding any incidents despite coming from 14th on the grid.

Fifth For Vermeulen At San Marino

Aug 31 2008 4:05PM

Rizla Suzuki’s Chris Vermeulen survived an early race scare at the San Marino Grand Prix at Misano today, to fight his way back through the field to score a well-earned fifth place.

MotoGP, San Marino - Race Results

Aug 31 2008 2:12PM

MotoGP race results from San Marino.

250cc, San Marino - Race Results

Aug 31 2008 12:49PM

250cc race results from San Marino.

Hayden To Sit Out San Marino Grand Prix

Aug 31 2008 11:39AM

Nicky Hayden has dropped out of this afternoon's MotoGP race at Misano, still suffering with the foot injury he sustained during the summer break.

125cc, San Marino - Race Results

Aug 31 2008 11:19AM

125cc race results from San Marino.

Seventh Consecutive Pole Position For Stoner

Aug 30 2008 4:51PM

Casey Stoner needed just two qualifying tyres to put the seal on his pre-race dominance at Misano this afternoon, the Australian setting his seventh consecutive pole position to extend a record run in MotoGP.

Second Row In San Marino Qualifying For Pedrosa

Aug 30 2008 4:49PM

Repsol Honda RC212V rider Dani Pedrosa recorded sixth fastest time at Misano this afternoon to put himself on the second row of the grid for tomorrow’s San Marino Grand Prix.

Hopkins Suffers From Lack Of Misano Track Time

Aug 30 2008 4:46PM

Kawasaki's John Hopkins made a return to the track at the Misano circuit today following yesterday's absence through injury, and despite struggling to play catch up in the Adriatic coastal heat, the Anglo-American is confident for tomorrow's San Marino Grand Prix.

Work To Do For Rizla Suzuki At San Marino

Aug 30 2008 4:42PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP racers Chris Vermeulen and Loris Capirossi will start from the third and fourth rows respectively, after their promising practice performances didn’t materialise into good starting positions at the end of this afternoon’s qualifying session.

Dovizioso Struggles In San Marino Qualifying

Aug 30 2008 4:33PM

The Grand Prix of San Marino and Riviera di Rimini tomorrow will provide Andrea Dovizioso with an opportunity yet again to show his aggressive nature.

Rossi Qualifies Second For Home Grand Prix

Aug 30 2008 3:54PM

Valentino Rossi put his Fiat Yamaha M1 on the front row for the eighth time this season today, qualifying second behind Casey Stoner for his home Grand Prix at Misano.

Third On Misano Grid For Lorenzo

Aug 30 2008 3:51PM

Jorge Lorenzo made an impressive return to the front row of the grid today, his first top-three qualification since his treble of pole positions in the opening three races of the season.

250cc, San Marino - Qualifying Times

Aug 30 2008 3:35PM

250cc qualifying times from San Marino.

MotoGP, San Marino - Qualifying Times

Aug 30 2008 2:25PM

MotoGP qualifying times from San Marino.

125cc, San Marino - Qualifying Times

Aug 30 2008 2:25PM

125cc qualifying times from San Marino.

Seventh For Lorenzo In Opening Day At San Marino

Aug 29 2008 4:32PM

Following on from his recent successful test in Brno, when he made some positive steps forward with his Michelin tyres, Jorge Lorenzo was in good shape today on the first day of the Grand Prix of San Marino at Misano.

Strong San Marino Start For Rossi

Aug 29 2008 4:29PM

Valentino Rossi made a strong start to his second home race of the season today, finishing second on the opening day of action at the San Marino Grand Prix.

Positive Opening Day At San Marino For Rizla Suzuki

Aug 29 2008 4:22PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP racers Loris Capirossi and Chris Vermeulen finished third and sixth respectively at the end of a positive first day’s practice for this weekend’s San Marino Grand Prix at Misano in Italy.

MotoGP, San Marino - Free Practice 2 Times

Aug 29 2008 3:49PM

MotoGP free practice session two times from San Marino.

MotoGP, San Marino - Free Practice 1 Times

Aug 29 2008 12:15PM

MotoGP free practice session one times from San Marino.

Jason O’Halloran Joins SMT Honda

Aug 28 2008 6:49PM

SMT Honda are delighted to announce that reigning Australian Supersport Champion Jason O’Halloran will be joining them for the final rounds of this season’s British Superbike Championship.

Dovizioso Motivated For San Marino Grand Prix

Aug 27 2008 11:20PM

The forthcoming Grand Prix of San Marino, which precedes four ‘flyway’ outside Europe, will be an emotional one for the riders of JiR Team Scot.

AIM Yamaha To Test At Croft

Aug 27 2008 6:55PM

AIM Yamaha are to take part in the test at Croft Circuit in North Yorkshire on Wednesday, September 3.

Solid Cadwell Park Results For NW200 Ducati

Aug 26 2008 3:05PM

It was a good weekend for the NW200 Ducati Team at round nine of the BSB Championship at Cadwell Park.

Kawasaki MotoGP Team Confident For San Marino

Aug 26 2008 11:09AM

Kawasaki's Anthony West and John Hopkins head for the Republic of San Marino and the Misano circuit for round 13 of the MotoGP World Championship in confident mood.

Rossi Excited By Misano Grand Prix

Aug 26 2008 10:06AM

The Fiat Yamaha Team contest their second ‘home’ race of the season this weekend, with the San Marino Grand Prix taking place on Italian soil at the Misano circuit on the Adriatic coast.

Haslam Takes Cadwell Park Double Win

Aug 26 2008 12:25AM

Leon Haslam took a magnificent double win for HM Plant Honda at their home circuit of Cadwell Park today.

Cadwell Park Podiums For Byrne

Aug 26 2008 12:22AM

The Airwaves Ducati team achieved another two podium finishes at Cadwell Park today. Shane Byrne finished 3rd and Leon Camier 4th in both British Superbike races.

Points Scoring Rides For Martin

Aug 26 2008 12:21AM

Hydrex Bike Animal Honda rider Guy Martin bounced back to something like form with a pair of solid points scoring rides in front of another massive bank holiday crowd in round nine of the BSB Championship at Cadwell Park.

Difficult Weekend For Karl Harris

Aug 26 2008 12:18AM

Rob Mac Racing arrived at their home circuit of Cadwell Park high on the success of a podium at the last time out at Knockhill, Scotland.

Brace Of Second Places For Sykes At Cadwell

Aug 26 2008 12:15AM

Tom Sykes took two well-earned second places in today's ninth round of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship at Cadwell Park in Lincolnshire.

British Superbikes, Cadwell Park - Race Results

Aug 25 2008 6:40PM

British Superbike race results from Cadwell Park.

Cadwell Park Pole Position For Sykes

Aug 24 2008 5:37PM

Rizla Suzuki's Tom Sykes followed up his top of the time-sheets in practice yesterday by taking a dominant pole-position in the new Formula-1 style qualifying session at Cadwell Park in Lincolnshire today.

Sykes Sets Early Cadwell Pace

Aug 23 2008 8:54PM

Tom Sykes set the pace today at the arduous Cadwell Park circuit in Lincolnshire ahead of round nine of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship, dominating both free practice sessions.

Steady Start For Airwaves Ducati At Cadwell Park

Aug 23 2008 8:50PM

Round 9 of the British Superbike championship got underway at Cadwell Park today with Shane Byrne and Leon Camier finishing the day 3rd and 6th fastest.

Rizla Suzuki Fighting For San Marino Podiums

Aug 22 2008 11:01AM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP will be in Italy next weekend for the San Marino and Rimini Riviera Grand Prix hoping to continue with both its recent good run of results and to follow on from the impressive performance there last year.

Hayden To Return For San Marino Grand Prix

Aug 22 2008 10:28AM

The Repsol Honda Team will be back to full strength for the San Marino Grand Prix, with Nicky Hayden coming back from injury to rejoin team-mate Dani Pedrosa.

HM Plant Honda Confident For Cadwell Park

Aug 21 2008 7:52PM

The HM Plant Honda team head to Cadwell Park this Bank Holiday weekend for round nine of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship.

Sykes Looking For Win Number Four

Aug 20 2008 7:30PM

Tom Sykes and his Rizla Suzuki team are ready to take on the mountainous challenge that Cadwell Park poses this coming Bank Holiday weekend for round nine of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship.

Laverty To Replace Injured Foret At Donington And Vallelunga

Aug 20 2008 6:10PM

Eugene Laverty, the young 22 yr old Northern Irish 250 GP rider has been picked by the Yamaha World Supersport Team to replace injured rider Fabien Foret for the next two rounds of the World Supersport Championship at Donington and Vallelunga.

Airwaves Ducati Looking Forward To Cadwell

Aug 20 2008 6:06PM

Airwaves Ducati head to Cadwell Park this Bank Holiday weekend for round 9 of the British Superbike championship.

Stoner Finishes Brno Test As Fastest

Aug 19 2008 8:19PM

The Ducati Marlboro Team completed a two-day test at the Brno circuit in the Czech Republic in impressive style today, with Casey Stoner setting a sensational pace and declaring himself happy with development of the GP8 and the Bridgestone tyres.

Bridewell To Race At Cadwell Park For Centurion Racing

Aug 19 2008 7:04PM

Cadwell Park will see a welcome return for much-loved racer and paddock character Tommy Bridewell, who will return to the UK with the Centurion Racing Team.

Rossi Remains Second Fastest At Brno

Aug 19 2008 6:32PM

Valentino Rossi left the Brno circuit in the Czech Republic this evening after a busy but successful two days of testing, alongside most of his fellow MotoGP competitors.

Lorenzo Improves On Last Day Of Brno Test

Aug 19 2008 6:24PM

Jorge Lorenzo left the Czech Republic in a somewhat better frame of mind today, having found some improvements on the last day of testing following his difficult Grand Prix weekend.

Conor Cummins Leaves NCT Vanfit Yamaha

Aug 19 2008 5:36PM

Conor Cummins has parted company with the NCT Vanfit Yamaha team with immediate effect and after the amicable split the 22-year old Manxman will not now be contesting this weekend’s British Superstock Championship round at Cadwell Park.

Hydrex Bike Animal Honda Looking Forward To Cadwell Park

Aug 19 2008 10:36AM

Round nine of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship heads to the picturesque setting of Cadwell Park this August Bank Holiday weekend with Hydrex Bike Animal Honda riders James Ellison and Guy Martin looking forward to the event for various reasons.

Stoner Finds Day One Of Brno Test "Positive"

Aug 18 2008 8:13PM

The Ducati Marlboro Team completed the first of two days of post-race testing today at the Brno circuit in the Czech Republic, with the warm sunshine returning to make for much higher temperatures than during the Grand Prix weekend.

Plater Back In Britain For Cadwell Park

Aug 18 2008 8:10PM

Steve Plater makes a welcome return to the AIM Yamaha team this weekend and he will contest the eighth round of the Fuchs/Silkolene British Supersport series on home tarmac at Cadwell Park in Lincolnshire.

Ben Wilson Ready For Home Round At Cadwell Park

Aug 18 2008 8:00PM

Following his maiden win in the Henderson R1 Cup at Knockhill recently, Ben Wilson goes into his home round at Cadwell Park on Monday full of confidence that he can repeat his performance to extend his lead in the Autumn Cup.

Lorenzo Works On Tyre Wear At Brno Test

Aug 18 2008 7:45PM

Jorge Lorenzo started an important two days of testing at Brno in the Czech Republic today, following a difficult weekend during which he struggled for grip throughout.

Rossi Second Fastest On Opening Day Of Brno Test

Aug 18 2008 7:42PM

Fresh from his fifth victory of the season yesterday, which took him fifty points clear at the top of the standings, Valentino Rossi was back in action today on the first day of a two-day test at Brno.

Pedrosa Finds No Improvements During Brno Test

Aug 18 2008 7:38PM

Repsol Honda RC212V rider Dani Pedrosa and HRC test rider Tadayuki Okada took to the track at Brno today, following the Repsol Honda team’s difficult Czech GP weekend.

Dovizioso Completes Brno Test

Aug 18 2008 7:31PM

After the Grand Prix of the Czech Republic, Andrea Dovizioso and JiR Team Scot stayed on at the circuit of Brno for a day of tests focusing on the material made available by tyre suppliers Michelin.

Pourcel Claims Fifth French National Title

Aug 18 2008 7:28PM

Sebastien Pourcel claimed his fifth French national title for Kawasaki this weekend in Lacapelle Marival while Livia Lancelot dominated the French Women’s round on the same track

Farquhar's Ulster Chances Ruined By The Weather

Aug 18 2008 7:26PM

Ryan Farquhar's hopes of success at Saturday's Ulster Grand Prix were thwarted by the Irish weather and, after torrential rain hit the entire province, the organisers were left with little option other than to abandon the races.

Rossi Improves Championship Lead With Brno Victory

Aug 17 2008 10:11PM

Valentino Rossi moved two races clear at the top of the championship with his fifth win of the season today, enjoying an easy ride home after his closest rival Casey Stoner crashed out on lap seven.

Stoner Crashes Out Of Brno Race

Aug 17 2008 10:09PM

Casey Stoner was unable to turn his sixth successive pole position into a podium today when he relinquished a one-second advantage over Valentino Rossi and crashed out of the twelfth round of the season at Brno.

Debut Rizla Suzuki Podium For Capirossi

Aug 17 2008 10:08PM

Loris Capirossi raced his Rizla Suzuki GSV-R to his maiden podium for the team - and 99th overall of his career - at the Czech Grand Prix in Brno today.

Grip Problems Leave Pedrosa In Fifteenth Position At Brno

Aug 17 2008 10:06PM

Repsol Honda rider Dani Pedrosa had a demoralising ride to 15th in this afternoon’s Czech Grand Prix, the Spaniard badly troubled by tyre problems.

Difficult Weekend For Tech 3 Yamaha

Aug 17 2008 10:05PM

Tech 3 Yamaha's James Toseland and Colin Edwards raced to top 15 results in today's Czech Republic GP.

West Takes Career Best Finish At Czech GP

Aug 17 2008 10:04PM

Kawasaki’s Anthony West achieved a MotoGP career best finish today, with a determined ride to fifth place aboard his Ninja ZX-RR at the Czech Republic Grand Prix.

Dovizioso Struggles With Tyres At Brno

Aug 17 2008 10:01PM

The weekend of the Czech Republic Grand Prix has ended with a race that threw the usual form-book into disarray. Andrea Dovizioso after two days of intensive work made the most of the materials and technical package at his disposal.

125cc, Brno - Race Results

Aug 17 2008 3:49PM

125cc race results fom Brno.

250cc, Brno - Race Results

Aug 17 2008 3:44PM

250cc race results from Brno.

MotoGP, Brno - Race Results

Aug 17 2008 3:40PM

MotoGP race results from Brno.

Second Row For Simon And Kallio For Czech 250cc GP

Aug 17 2008 10:27AM

KTM riders Julian Simon and Mika Kallio on Saturday qualified in sixth and seventh position in wet and difficult conditions on the traditional racing circuit of Brno ahead of Sunday's 250 cc Czech Grand Prix.

Yuki Takahashi Secures A Second Row Start For The Czech Republic Grand Prix

Aug 17 2008 10:23AM

The second day of qualifying at the Grand Prix Czech Republic was held on a wet track with only a brief opportunity to test the dry weather rubber. Yuki Takahashi tried out two different swing arms to find the best setup for the race. Despite the difficult weather conditions, the JiR Team Scot rider qualified eighth and will start from the second row.

Andrea Dovizioso Fought To Redeem Himself Against The Odds

Aug 17 2008 10:21AM

The second day of tests of the Grand Prix Czech Republic started under the unyielding presence of heavy rain which fell throughout the night and persisted until the closing round of qualification. The JiR Team Scot worked intensively in the morning's free practice seeing Andrea Dovizioso sit comfortably within the top five, returning to the pits in good form.

Ulster Grand Prix

Aug 17 2008 10:19AM

Following on torrential rainfall, organisers were left with a difficult decision to cancel today's Ulster Grand Prix at the Dundrod circuit in Northern Ireland.

Front Row For Comeback King Hopkins In Brno

Aug 17 2008 10:17AM

Kawasaki’s John Hopkins and Anthony West will start tomorrow’s Czech Republic Grand Prix from the front two rows of the grid after defying the treacherous wet conditions in today’s qualifying to finish in third and sixth positions respectively.

Second Row Start For Vermeulen At A Wet Brno

Aug 17 2008 10:14AM

Chris Vermeulen will start tomorrow’s Czech Republic Grand Prix from the front of the second row after setting the fourth quickest time during a wet qualifying session this afternoon.

Pedrosa On Row Four At Rain Lashed Brno

Aug 17 2008 10:12AM

Repsol Honda rider Dani Pedrosa will commence the second part of the 2008 MotoGP season in tomorrow’s Czech Grand Prix from the fourth row of the grid.

Disastrous Wet Qualifying For Lorenzo Leaves Him Last

Aug 17 2008 10:09AM

A soaking wet day at Brno brought about a depressing day’s work for Jorge Lorenzo, the Fiat Yamaha Team rookie finishing the day in last place.

Front Row For Rossi At Wet Brno

Aug 17 2008 10:04AM

Fiat Yamaha team rider Valentino Rossi qualified second in Brno today, despite a soaking wet day at the Czech track as the MotoGP rain curse struck once again. Tomorrow will be the Italian’s seventh front-row start of the season and he will once again share it with Casey Stoner, who qualified on pole today.

First Free Day Of Practice For Andrea Dovizioso At Brno

Aug 15 2008 6:24PM

The Grand Prix of the Czech Republic MotoGP kicked off this weekend under an ominous overcast sky which saw the JiR Team Scot work hard to develop the ideal package, trying out different tyre options on the newly resurfaced track.

Promising Day For Rizla Suzuki At Brno

Aug 15 2008 6:21PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP began the first day back after the mid-season break in fine form at Brno in the Czech Republic today, with both riders in the top-six.

Rossi Straight Back On The Pace With Strong Second

Aug 15 2008 6:19PM

The MotoGP paddock returned to action at Brno in the Czech Republic today, the first in a final run of seven races across four continents. Fresh from a well-deserved holiday following his stunning Laguna Seca victory, Rossi finished the day a close second behind Casey Stoner.

Lorenzo Struggles For Grip At Brno

Aug 15 2008 6:16PM

Jorge Lorenzo made a tentative return to action at Brno today, having spent the summer break recuperating from the three broken metatarsal bones he sustained during a crash at Laguna Seca.

Top Ten Return For Hopkins Following Kawasaki's Imporovements

Aug 15 2008 6:10PM

John Hopkins showed today that an enforced seven week lay-off through injury hasn't blunted his skills, as he made his racing return aboard an evolution version of Kawasaki's Ninja ZX-RR MotoGP racer during today's opening practice sessions at Brno.

Difficult Day For Repsol Honda’s Pedrosa

Aug 15 2008 6:04PM

The Repsol Honda Team had a tough first day of practice at Brno today, its sole rider Dani Pedrosa completing the first two sessions in 16th position.

Row Two Start For Martin At Ulster GP

Aug 14 2008 9:58PM

With the weather once again playing havoc with proceedings at the Ulster Grand Prix, competitors took advantage of a brief break in the torrential rain to get some much needed time on the Dundrod circuit to the west of Belfast.

Wash Out For Martin During Ulster GP Practice

Aug 13 2008 10:25PM

Following on from his successful Ulster Grand Prix meeting last year, Hydrex Bike Animal Honda rider Guy Martin was hoping to get back in the swing of things after a less than successful season but once again, the great British summer had other ideas.

O2 Arena To Host Final British Supercross Round

Aug 13 2008 9:44PM

Future West has now confirmed that London's spectacular O2 Arena will again play host to the final round of the official British Supercross Championship.

Craig Jones' Funeral Details Announced

Aug 12 2008 10:45PM

Craig Jones' funeral will be held at St Mary and All Saints Church in Fotheringhay, Northamptonshire on Monday, August 18th at 1300.

Hutchinson Leaves AIM Yamaha

Aug 12 2008 5:08PM

AIM Yamaha have parted company with Ian Hutchinson with immediate effect and after the amicable split the team will not now be contesting the Ulster GP.

Hayden To Miss Czech Grand Prix

Aug 12 2008 10:00AM

Repsol Honda rider Nicky Hayden will miss this weekend’s Czech Grand Prix due to a foot injury sustained during a Supermoto event at the X Games in Los Angeles on August 1. The 2006 MotoGP World Champion injured his right foot when he landed heavily from a jump.

Fiat Yamaha Confident For Brno GP

Aug 12 2008 12:31AM

The Fiat Yamaha Team resume their pursuit of the MotoGP World Championship title this weekend after a four-week summer holiday, with Valentino Rossi leading the series into what promises to be a thrilling seven-race climax.

Lowry Takes Knockhill Supersport Win

Aug 11 2008 9:06PM

Ian Lowry produced a near faultless performance at Knockhill in Fife, putting his K8 GSX-R600 Relentless by TAS Suzuki on the top step of the British Supersport podium.

Plater Helps Yamaha Austria To Second Place In Germany

Aug 11 2008 8:04PM

Along with team-mates Igor Jerman and Steve Martin, Steve Plater rode to a fine second place for Yamaha Austria in the Eight Hour World Endurance round that took place at Oschersleben in Germany on Saturday.

Dovizioso Unsure About Brno Chances

Aug 11 2008 7:40PM

Many fans will still be enjoying their Summer holidays when – on Sunday, August 17 – Andrea Dovizioso heads to Brno for the twelfth round of the MotoGP World Championship.

Repsol Honda Heads To Brno

Aug 11 2008 4:54PM

Repsol Honda RC212V riders Dani Pedrosa and Nicky Hayden roar back into action at Brno following MotoGP’s traditional three-weekend summer break.

Knockhill Points For McGuinness

Aug 11 2008 4:19PM

Morecambe's John McGuinness finally got his first points of the season on Sunday when he finished 14th in round 8 of the British Supersport Championship at Knockhill.

Kawasaki MotoGP Ready For Brno

Aug 11 2008 3:38PM

After almost seven weeks away from the racetrack, John Hopkins will make his racing return aboard Kawasaki's Ninja ZX-RR at this weekend's Czech Republic Grand Prix at Brno.

Supersport Second Place At Knockhill For Westmoreland

Aug 11 2008 1:45PM

James Westmoreland secured his best result ever this weekend at the tiny Scottish circuit, Knockhill, at round eight of the Fuchs-Silkolene British Supersport series, where he gained a fantastic second place.

Harris Takes First Podium Of 2008 At Knockhill

Aug 11 2008 1:43PM

Karl ‘Bomber' Harris took full advantage of the fast changing weather conditions to claim his first podium of the season at Round 8 of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship in Knockhill, Scotland yesterday.

Knockhill Points For Injured Andrews

Aug 11 2008 1:41PM

Despite carrying broken bones in his hand and a badly damaged knee Simon Andrews put in a superb performance at round eight of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship at the Scottish Circuit of Knockhill.

Ben Wilson Takes Debut R1 Cup Win

Aug 11 2008 1:39PM

Ben Wilson took his debut Henderson Yamaha R1 Cup win in the mixed weather conditions at Knockhill, Scotland yesterday.

Byrne Extends Championship Lead Despite Crash

Aug 11 2008 1:36PM

Despite failing to finish the second race of the day, Airwaves Ducati rider Shane Byrne extended his lead in the British Superbike Championship today to 110 points after achieving a 2nd place finish in race one.

Another Podium Finish For Ellison At Knockhill

Aug 11 2008 1:35PM

Following on from his second place finish at the last round at Oulton Park, Hydrex Bike Animal Honda rider James Ellison was once again on great form as he secured another podium finish in changeable conditions.

Knockhill Podium For Rutter

Aug 11 2008 1:30PM

It was a positive weekend for the NW200 Ducati Team at round eight of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship, Michael Rutter on the North West 200 Ducati gained a fourth and second place in the two races at the extremely short Knockhill race circuit.

British Superbikes, Knockhill - Race Results

Aug 10 2008 5:21PM

Race results from the BSB round at Knockhill.

First And Second Rows For Airwaves Ducati

Aug 10 2008 8:50AM

The Airwaves Ducati team today qualified on the front and second row of the grid for round 8 of the British Superbike Championship at Knockhill. Shane Byrne finished the day 3rd fastest with Leon Camier in 6th.

Haslam Takes Knockhill Pole Position

Aug 10 2008 8:47AM

Leon Haslam put his HM Plant Honda Fireblade on pole for today's Bennetts British Superbike races at Knockhill.

Sykes To Start From Seventh At Wet Knockhill

Aug 10 2008 8:40AM

Tom Sykes mastered the wet and rainy conditions at Knockhill to secure a strong seventh place start on the second row of the grid for today's eighth round of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship.

Ramon Aims To Increase Series Lead At Loket

Aug 7 2008 6:36PM

Wearing the series leader's red plate for the first time this season, Team Teka Suzuki WMX1 rider Steve Ramon enters round 12 of the FIM MX1 Motocross World Championship at Loket in the Czech Republic looking to extend his points lead.

HM Plant Honda Confident For Knockhill

Aug 7 2008 4:44PM

The HM Plant Honda team heads to Scotland for round eight of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship this weekend.

Rizla Suzuki Refreshed And Ready For Brno

Aug 7 2008 2:01PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP travels to Eastern Europe next weekend fully refreshed from the mid-season break and with all the team ready to attack the second half of the season with confidence.

Yamaha MotoGP Mid-season Review

Aug 5 2008 8:56PM

Mid-season Review with Masao Furusawa - Executive Officer, Engineering Operations for Yamaha Motor Company.

Gearlink Kawasaki Looks For Strong Results North Of The Border

Aug 5 2008 4:28PM

Gearlink Kawasaki makes the long trip north of the border for round eight of the 2008 Fuchs/Silkolene British Supersport championship that takes place at Knockhill in Scotland on Sunday, August 10.

Determined Airwaves Ducati Team Heads To Knockhill

Aug 5 2008 2:16PM

The Airwaves Ducati team travel to Knockhill this weekend for round 8 of the British Superbike Championship with both of its riders determined to secure more valuable championship points at the 1.27 mile circuit.

Sykes Confident For Knockhill

Aug 4 2008 10:49PM

Tom Sykes fresh from his impressive debut ride at World Superbike level is now limbering up for the challenges of Knockhill in Scotland, ahead of the eighth round of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship.

Ellison Looking Forward To Knockhill And World Superbike Wildcard

Aug 4 2008 9:51PM

Looking to capitalise on a fantastic performance at the previous round at Oulton is Hydrex Bike Animal Honda ace James Ellison, who secured his second podium placing of the season last time out and is hoping to continue his good form in Scotland.

Craig Jones Dies Following Brands Hatch Injuries

Aug 4 2008 9:39AM

After the extremely serious injuries suffered in yesterday’s Supersport race at Brands Hatch, Craig Jones sadly died in the night.

New Superpole Format For World Superbikes In 2009

Aug 3 2008 10:03PM

The Superpole format in the FIM Superbike World Championship is set to undergo a radical change from 2009 onwards as a shoot-out qualifying session is brought in to replace the current one-lap sprint.

Neukirchner Retains Second Place In World Superbike Series

Aug 3 2008 9:53PM

Team Alstare Suzuki's Max Neukirchner remains in second place in the World Superbike Championship after finishing seventh and fourth in today's rain-lashed Brands Hatch 10th round in Kent.

Podium Places For Haga And Corser At Brands Hatch

Aug 3 2008 9:50PM

Noriyuki Haga and Troy Corser took second and third places respectively after impressive performances in the second Brands Hatch race, both riders changing their tyre choices from race one.

Seventh Place For Sykes In World Superbike Debut

Aug 3 2008 8:58PM

Tom Sykes made a stunning World Superbike debut at Brands Hatch during round 10 of the Hannspree World Superbike Championship, finishing race two in seventh after retiring from third during race one due to a stone-hole in his radiator.

Bayliss Disappointed Despite Brands Hatch Podium

Aug 3 2008 7:51PM

Despite typically unsettled British weather Troy Bayliss (Ducati Xerox) took a second place finish in Race 1 to increase his overall points advantage after ten rounds of the World Superbike championship.

Ohio AMA Superbike Win For Mladin

Aug 3 2008 7:49PM

Rockstar Makita Suzuki Factory Racing celebrated its 40th AMA Superbike win in a row at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio, on Saturday as six-time AMA Superbike Champion Mat Mladin took the win.

Points Scoring Rides For Lavilla And Walker

Aug 3 2008 6:48PM

Vent Axia VK Honda riders Greg Lavilla and Chris Walker were in points scoring form when round ten of the HANNspree World Superbike Championship took place at Brands Hatch this weekend.

Double Brands Hatch Victory For Kiyonari

Aug 3 2008 6:44PM

HANNspree Ten Kate Honda's Ryuichi Kiyonari has clinched a superb double victory at the tenth round of the HANNspree Superbike World Championship at Brands Hatch today.

FGSport / MSVR Statement Regarding Craig Jones Accident

Aug 3 2008 6:39PM

FGSport and MSVR have released a joint statement regarding Craig Jones following his accident in the World Supersport race at Brands Hatch.

World Superbikes, Brands Hatch - Race Two Results

Aug 3 2008 6:36PM

World Superbike race two results from Brands Hatch.

World Supersport, Brands Hatch - Race Results

Aug 3 2008 6:35PM

World Supersport race results from Brands Hatch.

World Superbikes, Brands Hatch - Race One Results

Aug 3 2008 1:41PM

World Superbike race one results from Brands Hatch.

World Superbikes, Brands Hatch - Superpole Results

Aug 2 2008 7:51PM

World Superbike Superpole results from Brands Hatch.

Brands Hatch Pole Position For Bayliss

Aug 2 2008 7:44PM

After mixed conditions throughout the day it came as no real surprise when this afternoon's Superpole was declared "wet". Bayliss went on to set the fastest time in drying conditions.

Sixth For Sykes During Wet Brands Hatch Superpole

Aug 2 2008 6:57PM

World Superbike debutant Tom Sykes scorched to sixth place on the second row of the grid in his first ever Superpole qualifying session at Brands Hatch in Kent, building his confidence for tomorrow's World Championship 10th round double-header races.

Kagayama On Provisional Front Row At Brands Hatch

Aug 1 2008 8:11PM

Team Suzuki Alstare rider Yukio Kagayama mastered a bumpy track and blustery conditions in this afternoon’s qualifying at Brands Hatch to end the day with the third fastest lap time.

Difficult Opening Day For Xerox Ducati At Brands Hatch

Aug 1 2008 6:29PM

Although conditions remained dry for the first World Superbike qualifying session of the weekend, the Ducati Xerox Team had a few difficulties during the day which left the two factory riders in eleventh and twelfth position respectively.

Ninth Fastest For Sykes In World Superbike Debut

Aug 1 2008 6:26PM

Tom Sykes showed raw ability and speed during the opening day of the 10th round of the World Superbike Championship at Brands Hatch in Kent, qualifying in a competitive ninth place, just half a second away from pole position.

World Supersport, Brands Hatch - Friday's Times

Aug 1 2008 6:23PM

World Supersport times from Friday at Brands Hatch.

World Superbikes, Brands Hatch - Friday's Times

Aug 1 2008 6:07PM

Timesheets from the opening day at Brands Hatch for the World Superbike riders.

Airwaves Ducati To Attend 'Superbikes In The Square'

Aug 1 2008 6:05PM

Airwaves Ducati riders Shane Byrne and Leon Camier will be joining fellow British Superbike riders this Wednesday 6th August to take part in ‘Superbikes in the Square’ - a special demonstration in the city of Glasgow.

Injured Andrews Withdraws From Brands Hatch

Aug 1 2008 4:12PM

Simon Andrews has found in necessary to withdraw from the World Superbikes at Brands Hatch scheduled for this Sunday.

Bayliss Hoping For Good Brands Hatch Results

Jul 30 2008 9:12PM

The Ducati Xerox Team will cross the water this week to participate in the first of two consecutive World Superbike rounds to take place in the UK.

Corser and Haga Ready For Brands Hatch

Jul 30 2008 4:48PM

Corser and Haga are prepared for this weekend's World Superbike round at Brands Hatch.

Capirossi And Vermeulen Head To Rizla Racing Day

Jul 29 2008 11:10AM

Loris Capirossi and Chris Vermeulen will be back in action this weekend as they travel to Assen in The Netherlands to attend the Rizla Racing Day.

Steve Plater Gets World Supersport Ride At Brands

Jul 29 2008 9:37AM

Steve Plater is to race at Brands Hatch on Sunday to replace the injured Igor Clementi in the Italian World Supersport team BE1 Racing.

Sykes Ready For World Superbike Wildcard

Jul 28 2008 7:44PM

Tom Sykes is fired up and ready to make his World level debut at the 10th round of the Hannspree World Superbike Championship this weekend at Brands Hatch in Kent.

Second Place For Suzuki At Suzuka Eight Hour

Jul 28 2008 4:30PM

Yoshimura Suzuki with Denso's Daisaku Sakai and Atsushi Watanabe raced their GSX-R1000 to second place at the Suzuka 8 Hour World Endurance race.

Plater Helps Yamaha Austria To Eleventh At Suzuka

Jul 28 2008 11:21AM

Steve Plater and his two teammates Steve Martin and Igor Jerman scored a fine 11th place for Yamaha Austria (YART) in the Japanese round of the World Endurance series at Suzuka.

Eighth In Italy For Bridewell

Jul 27 2008 10:04PM

Following on from the broken leg sustained in the very first round of the Italian Superbike Championship, British teenager Tommy Bridewell bounced back with a battling eighth place finish at round four held at Misano today.

Yoshimura Suzuki Qualify Second And Third For Suzuka 8 Hour

Jul 26 2008 1:53PM

Yoshimura Suzukis are second and third on the grid for the Suzuka 8-Hours World Endurance round in Japan

Provisional 2009 MotoGP Calendar Announced

Jul 25 2008 12:16PM

The provisional calendar for the 2009 MotoGP season has been announced by the FIM.

Gearlink Kawasaki Secure Wildcard World Supersport Ride

Jul 24 2008 7:38PM

Gearlink Kawasaki are delighted to have been awarded a wild card entry into the World Supersport race at Brands Hatch on August 3 where Chris Martin will step into the limelight on the world stage to showcase the capabilities of the Gearlink Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R.

August Competition: Win A Set Of Knox "Dry Inside" Clothing

Jul 23 2008 7:47PM

This month's sees you with the chance of winning a set of Knox Dry Inside clothing.

Karl Harris To Ride In Brands Hatch World Supersport Round

Jul 23 2008 8:09PM

Three time British Supersport champion Karl Harris has signed up to the Yamaha World Supersport Team for the British round of the 2008 World Supersport Championship at Brands Hatch on 2nd August.

Lorenzo Fractured Metatarsals Confirmed

Jul 23 2008 12:48PM

Jorge Lorenzo will be wearing a cast on his left foot for the next ten days, in order to recover from the clean fractures he sustained to his third, fourth and fifth metatarsal bones last Sunday.

Stoner: "Valentino Too Aggresive"

Jul 21 2008 2:43AM

Casey Stoner took second place in the US Grand Prix today after an incredible battle with Valentino Rossi.

Vermeulen Secures Second Consecutive Podium

Jul 21 2008 2:40AM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP racer Chris Vermeulen scored his second podium finish in a week as he rode to a fantastic third at Laguna Seca today.

Lorenzo Crashes Out Of Laguna Seca GP

Jul 21 2008 2:02AM

Jorge Lorenzo suffered a dramatic high-side on the very first lap of the US Grand Prix at Laguna Seca today, his debut American race ending in the gravel at turn five.

Hacking Enjoys Kawasaki MotoGP Debut

Jul 21 2008 2:00AM

Kawasaki's substitute MotoGP rider, Jamie Hacking, brought his borrowed Ninja ZX-RR home in an impressive eleventh place on his premier class debut at Laguna Seca this afternoon.

Rossi Takes Debut Win On US Soil

Jul 21 2008 1:57AM

Fiat Yamaha Team rider Valentino Rossi took his first career win on American soil today, emerging victorious after an epic duel with Casey Stoner at Laguna Seca.

Fifth Place For Hayden At Home GP

Jul 21 2008 1:23AM

Repsol Honda rider Nicky Hayden ended a tough weekend at Laguna Seca this afternoon with a determined ride to fifth place.

Another Difficult Weekend For Karl Harris At Oulton

Jul 20 2008 11:17PM

Karl Harris endured a couple of difficult races at Oulton Park in the British Superbike Championship today.

Two Points Finishes For Lavilla At Brno

Jul 20 2008 11:14PM

Vent Axia VK Energy rider Gregorio Lavilla added to his Hannspree World Superbike Championship points tally with a pair of battling points finishes at Brno in the Czech Republic today.

Strong Oulton Park Results For HM Plant Honda

Jul 20 2008 11:12PM

The whole HM Plant Honda team took more vital points for their respective championships at round seven of the Bennetts British Superbike championship today.

Corser Improves Championship Standing At Brno

Jul 20 2008 11:10PM

Troy Corser moved from fourth to third in the championship standings after securing a second and a fourth place finish at Brno.

Double Oulton Podium For Byrne

Jul 20 2008 11:07PM

Airwaves Ducati rider Shane Byrne leaves Oulton Park leading the British Superbike Championship by 99 points after achieving two third place finishes at round 7. Following his heavy fall during qualifying, Leon Camier did not compete in today’s races.

Disappointment In Brno For Alstare Suzuki

Jul 20 2008 11:06PM

Team Alstare Suzuki riders Max Neukirchner, Fonsi Nieto and Yukio Kagayama had a day of mixed fortunes at today's ninth-round World Superbike Championship at Brno in the Czech Republic.

Oulton Podium For Ellison

Jul 20 2008 11:04PM

Following on from his superb podium finish at the same track back in May, Hydrex Bike Animal Honda rider James Ellison repeated the feat when he took the 1000cc Shaun Muir Racing Honda Fireblade to another second position at Oulton Park in Cheshire today.

Debut Double For Sykes

Jul 20 2008 11:01PM

Tom Sykes won his debut and second British Superbike races in quick succession to claim an emotional double win at the seventh round of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship at Oulton Park in Cheshire today.

World Superbikes, Brno - Race Results

Jul 20 2008 6:30PM

World Superbike race results from Brno.

British Superbikes, Oulton Park - Race Results

Jul 20 2008 6:23PM

British Superbike race results from Oulton Park.

Camier Out Of Oulton Park Races

Jul 20 2008 2:42PM

Following his heavy fall during qualifying, Airwaves Ducati rider Leon Camier will not be competing in today’s races.

Pedrosa Withdraws From US GP

Jul 20 2008 11:44AM

Repsol Honda rider Dani Pedrosa will not ride in today's US GP. The Spaniard decided to withdraw from the event this morning, suffering excruciating pain from the left hand and wrist injuries he suffered in a high-speed crash during last Sunday’s German GP.

Rossi Second And Lorenzo Fourth On Laguna Grid

Jul 20 2008 11:40AM

Yesterday's qualifying session at Laguna Seca saw Valentino Rossi put his Fiat Yamaha M1 on the front row of the grid for the sixth time this season, qualifying second for today's US Grand Prix.

Vermeulen Shows Race Pace Ahead Of US GP

Jul 20 2008 11:33AM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP racer Chris Vermeulen was the second quickest rider on race tyres around the 3,610m Laguna Seca circuit during yesterday's qualifying practice session, in readiness for today's American Grand Prix.

Hayden Secures Laguna Front Row Start

Jul 20 2008 11:29AM

Repsol Honda rider Nicky Hayden will start tomorrow’s US GP from the front row of the grid following a stirring charge in the final stages of this afternoon’s qualifying session.

Top Ten In Brno Qualifying For Alstare Trio

Jul 19 2008 7:54PM

Team Suzuki Alstare rider Fonsi Nieto finished seventh quickest in Superpole and will start tomorrow’s pair of 20-lap races from the second row of the grid.

Bayliss Takes Brno Pole Position

Jul 19 2008 7:09PM

The second qualifying session of the weekend, held this morning, saw all three Ducati Xerox riders improve on the times they set yesterday, to qualify for Superpole in third (Bayliss), seventh (Fabrizio) and eighth place (Canepa).

James Ellison Qualifies Eighth At Oulton Park

Jul 19 2008 6:43PM

Hydrex Bike Animal Honda rider James Ellison will start tomorrow's two Bennetts British Superbike Championship races from the second row of the grid after posting eighth fastest time in qualifying today at Oulton Park in Cheshire.

Third In Qualifying For Sykes At Oulton Park

Jul 19 2008 5:39PM

Tom Sykes took a hard fought third place at Oulton Park for round seven of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship, while his team-mate Atsushi Watanabe came home in 13th position.

Rossi Signs Extension With Yamaha Until 2010

Jul 19 2008 8:49AM

Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd is delighted to announce that it has signed a new two-year agreement with Valentino Rossi. The seven-time world champion will continue to race with the Yamaha Factory Racing Team for the 2009 and 2010 MotoGP World Championships.

Tricky Opening Day For Kawasaki MotoGP Team

Jul 19 2008 8:47AM

The Kawasaki Racing Team endured a difficult opening day at Laguna Seca, but Jamie Hacking and Anthony West remain confident of significant improvements tomorrow, once their respective crews have found a solution to the front-end problems that plagued both riders during today's two practice sessions.

Lorenzo Eases Into Laguna Seca Debut

Jul 19 2008 8:45AM

Fiat Yamaha Team rider Jorge Lorenzo made his competitive debut at Laguna Seca today on the first day of practice for the US Grand Prix, finishing 13th in the combined standings.

Rossi Third Fastest On Opening Day

Jul 19 2008 8:40AM

Valentino Rossi made a good start to his US Grand Prix weekend today, finishing the day third fastest in the overall standings at Laguna Seca. His best time of 1’22.679 was set this morning and is just over a tenth of a second off last year’s lap record.

Good Start For Rizla Suzuki In America

Jul 19 2008 8:37AM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP’s three-pronged attack at the USGP at Laguna Seca in California got off to good start during the first day of practice, with all three riders showing promise for the weekend ahead.

Nieto Sixth At Brno Day One

Jul 18 2008 7:43PM

Team Suzuki Alstare rider Fonsi Nieto finished the first day of qualifying at Brno today for round nine of the World Superbike Championship with the sixth fastest time and was the quickest of the Belgium-based squad.

Top Five For Airwaves Ducati At Oulton Park On Day One

Jul 18 2008 6:55PM

The Airwaves Ducati team returned to Oulton Park today for Round 7 of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship. Both Airwaves Ducati riders continually improved their times during the day, posting their fastest laps during the second practice session.

Strong Brno Start For Xerox Ducati Trio

Jul 18 2008 6:32PM

In dry conditions all three of the Ducati Xerox riders, Bayliss, Fabrizio and Canepa, made a strong start to their campaign for victory this weekend at the Automotodrom of Brno.

Watanabe Increases Oulton Park Pace

Jul 18 2008 6:27PM

Atsushi Watanabe slashed 3.3secs off his lap time during today's practice sessions for the seventh round of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship at Oulton Park in Cheshire, finishing ninth quickest while Tom Sykes was a comfortable sixth.

Corser Second On Opening Day At Brno

Jul 18 2008 6:24PM

Troy Corser enjoyed a competitive start to his Brno race weekend by scoring second best time behind local favourite Jakub Smrz, on the recently resurfaced 5.403km Brno circuit.

Yamaha Signs Colin Edwards For 2009

Jul 18 2008 12:57AM

Yamaha Motor Co. Ltd is delighted to announce that it has signed a new one-year deal with current Tech 3 Yamaha team rider Colin Edwards. Edwards will continue to race with the Tech 3 Team alongside Briton James Toseland in 2009.

West And Hacking Head To Laguna Seca

Jul 17 2008 11:18PM

The US Grand Prix at Laguna Seca will mark the MotoGP debut of AMA Superbike contender Jamie Hacking, who will deputise for the injured John Hopkins aboard Kawasaki's Ninja ZX-RR this weekend.

Rizla Suzuki Ready For Oulton

Jul 17 2008 11:16PM

Rizla Suzuki's Tom Sykes and Atsushi Watanabe are refreshed and ready to race at Oulton Park at round seven of the Bennetts British Superbikes this weekend, following a three week break in the calendar.

HM Plant Honda Seeking Race Wins At Oulton Park

Jul 17 2008 6:18PM

The HM Plant Honda team will return to Bennetts British Superbike action for the second time of asking at Oulton Park this weekend. Cal Crutchlow sits in second-place in the series with team-mate Leon Haslam in fourth.

Alstare Suzuki Aiming For Brno Victory

Jul 17 2008 1:24AM

Team Alstare Suzuki riders Yukio Kagayama, Fonsi Nieto and Max Neukirchner are aiming for victory at this weekend's World Superbike Championship ninth round at Brno in the Czech Republic.

Haga And Corser Ready For Brno

Jul 16 2008 7:25PM

After a successful two-day test at Vallelunga between 8th and 9th July both Noriyuki Haga and Troy Corser are fully prepared to meet the challenge of a resurfaced Brno circuit on Sunday 20th July.

Divizioso Prepares For Debut Laguna Seca Race

Jul 16 2008 6:50PM

The MotoGP World Championship, after six consecutive European events, leaves the ‘old continent’ to fly over the Atlantic Ocean to arrive on the west coast of the USA in California, at the Laguna Seca circuit.

Airwaves Ducati Confident Of Good Oulton Park Results

Jul 16 2008 6:48PM

After a three week break in the racing calendar, the Airwaves Ducati team returns to Oulton Park this weekend for round 7 of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship.

Pedrosa To Ride At Laguna Seca After Germany Crash

Jul 16 2008 6:46PM

Dani Pedrosa will join Repsol Honda team-mate Nicky Hayden at this weekend’s United States Grand Prix, despite the heavy tumble he took during last Sunday’s rain-lased German GP.

Hydrex Looking For More Oulton Park Silverware

Jul 15 2008 5:11PM

The 2008 Bennetts British Superbike Championship heads into the second half of the season this weekend with a return visit to Oulton Park in Cheshire and following on from a superb showing there back in May, the Hydrex Bike Animal Honda team is hoping for more silverware.

Spies To Ride Again For Rizla Suzuki At Laguna Seca

Jul 15 2008 5:08PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP is off to Laguna Seca in California for the USGP this weekend in confident mood, boosted by the podium for Chris Vermeulen last time out at Sachsenring.

Win A Datatag Kit - Two Days Left!

Jul 14 2008 8:32PM

There are just two days remaining in Motorbike Sport's July competition, the prize for which is a Datatag identification kit for a motorcycle.

Busy Oulton Park Schedule For Ben Wilson

Jul 14 2008 8:02PM

It will be another busy weekend for Boston racer Ben Wilson who is to contest a double round of the Metzeler National Superstock championship plus a round of the Henderson Yamaha R1 Cup at Oulton Park over the coming weekend.

Plater Aiming High At Oulton Park

Jul 14 2008 5:00PM

Woodhall Spa ace Steve Plater is aiming to make it three podiums in a row when he takes on all comers in round seven on the Fuchs/Silkolene British Supersport championship at Oulton Park on Sunday.

Rizla Suzuki Ready For Oulton Park

Jul 14 2008 4:15PM

Rizla Suzuki's Tom Sykes and Atsushi Watanabe are refreshed and ready to race at Oulton Park at round seven of the Bennetts British Superbikes, on the 20th July, following a three week break in the calendar.

Fiat Yamaha Heads To The States

Jul 14 2008 3:01PM

The Fiat Yamaha Team leave behind a two-month road trip across Europe this week as they take flight for America for their final appointment before the midseason break, with Valentino Rossi in fine form and on top of the MotoGP World Championship.

Third Consecutive Win For Stoner

Jul 13 2008 5:59PM

Casey Stoner paid tribute to his team after picking up his third consecutive winners' trophy and his fourth of the season at Sachsenring.

Tough Day In Germany For Repsol Honda

Jul 13 2008 5:56PM

The Repsol Honda Team endured its toughest day of the year so far at rain-lashed Sachsenring today. Dani Pedrosa led the early laps in superb style but crashed out, leaving Nicky Hayden the team’s only finisher in an unlucky 13th place after an early race pit stop.

Sachsenring Podium For Vermeulen

Jul 13 2008 5:54PM

Chris Vermeulen raced his Rizla Suzuki GSV-R through the Sachsenring rain to earn a well deserved podium in today’s German Grand Prix.

Fifth Place For Dovizioso In Germany

Jul 13 2008 5:52PM

Dovizioso takes second place at the German MotoGP round, held at Sachsenring.

Lorenzo Crashes Out Of Wet Sachsenring GP

Jul 13 2008 5:50PM

Fiat Yamaha Team rider Jorge Lorenzo was one of four riders who failed to finish the German Grand Prix today, falling victim to a soaking track on the third lap of a rainy race at Sachsenring.

Rossi Retakes Championship Lead With Sachsenring Second

Jul 13 2008 5:47PM

Valentino Rossi took the runner-up spot in the German Grand Prix at the Sachsenring today and moved back to the top of the championship, after Dani Pedrosa crashed out of the lead on lap five.

Top Ten For West At Wet Sachsenring

Jul 13 2008 5:45PM

Anthony West overcame a painful back injury and treacherous conditions to match his best result of the season at Sachsenring today. The Kawasaki pilot crossed the line in tenth place aboard his Ninja ZX-RR after crashing and remounting earlier in the 30-lap race.

MotoGP Race Results - Sachsenring

Jul 13 2008 2:18PM

MotoGP race results from the Sachsenring in Germany.

Simon Andrews World Superbike Wildcard Confirmed

Jul 13 2008 12:39PM

Simon Andrews and the Jentin Racing Lloyds British Superbike team have been recognised for their performance in the British Superbike series with a “Wild Card” entry in the British round of the World Superbikes to be contested at Brands Hatch on the first weekend in August.

250cc Race Results - Sachsenring

Jul 13 2008 12:24PM

250cc race results from the Sachsenring in Germany.

125cc Race Results - Sachsenring

Jul 13 2008 12:11PM

125cc race results from the Sachsenring in Germany.

Rizla Suzuki And Crescent Ready For Goodwood 2008

Jul 10 2008 10:39PM

Rizla and Crescent Suzuki are preparing to rev up the crowds at this year's Goodwood Festival of Speed which will be held this weekend at Chichester in West Sussex.

Luis d'Antin Stands Down From Alice Ducati

Jul 10 2008 10:37PM

As of the Sachsenring GP Luis d'Antin will no longer have any involvement in the management of the Alice Ducati MotoGP team.

Hacking To Replace Hopkins For Kawasaki At US GP

Jul 10 2008 2:27PM

AMA Superbike star, Jamie Hacking, will make his MotoGP debut in this year's USGP at Laguna Seca, after being drafted into the Kawasaki Racing Team as a temporary replacement for the injured John Hopkins.

Haga And Corser Complete Vallelunga Test

Jul 10 2008 12:36PM

Noriyuki Haga and Troy Corser used their two days of official testing time at the Vallelunga circuit to prepare for the next races, and came away from Vallelunga with positive results all round.

Sykes Wild Card At Brands Hatch World Superbike Round

Jul 9 2008 6:30PM

Rizla Suzuki's Tom Sykes will make his World Superbike debut as a wild card rider at the 10th round of the Hannspree World Superbike Championship at Brands Hatch in Kent on the 1st-3rd August.

Stoner Confident For Sachsenring

Jul 8 2008 8:00PM

An intense period of MotoGP activity concludes with back-to-back races over the next two weekends, with consecutive Grand Prix events in Germany and the United States making it six races in eight weeks and bringing the season towards a well-earned summer break.

Suzuki Dominates 24 Hours Of Cataluna

Jul 8 2008 7:53PM

Spain's Suzuki Catala Team #2 riders Javier Oliver, Kike Hernandez, Felipe Lopez Cordoba and Martin Port raced to victory in the "24 Horas de Cataluna" at the weekend - their fourth victory in the event since 2003.

Hopkins Sidelined For Sachsenring And Laguna

Jul 8 2008 6:40PM

Kawasaki's John Hopkins will sit out the German and US Grand Prix races, after further medical checks revealed the injuries he sustained in a high-speed qualifying crash at Assen would require corrective surgery before he can return to action.

Capirossi Returns From Injury For Sachsenring

Jul 7 2008 8:17PM

Loris Capirossi is ready to make his Rizla Suzuki MotoGP comeback at the Sachsenring circuit in eastern Germany this weekend as he continues his fight-back to full fitness.

Dovizioso: "Sachsenring Like A Minimoto Track"

Jul 7 2008 8:12PM

After a one week break following the British and Dutch GP ‘double header’ last month, the 2008 MotoGP season resumes at the Sachsenring for Dovizioso and the JiR Scott team.

Fiat Yamaha Ready For Sachsenring

Jul 7 2008 7:32PM

The Fiat Yamaha Team faces the first half of a transatlantic double-header this weekend as the MotoGP World Championship heads to Germany for the tenth round of the season, followed immediately by a trip to the USA for round eleven.

Sixth Podium For Philippaerts In Sweden

Jul 6 2008 11:37PM

Yamaha Monster Motocross Team's David Philippaerts took third position to extend his lead in the series at the Grand Prix of Sweden and the ninth round of fifteen in the 2008 FIM Motocross World Championship.

Ramon Finishes Second In Sweden

Jul 6 2008 11:24PM

Team Teka Suzuki WMX1 rider Steve Ramon finished second at a slippery and one-lined Uddevalla circuit in Sweden for the ninth round of the FIM MX1 Motocross World Championship.

Double Race Win For Farquhar At Skerries

Jul 6 2008 6:20PM

For the third successive weekend, Ryan Farquhar scored a double race win as he picked up both the Superbike and 600cc victories at the Skerries 100 road races in Southern Ireland.

Suzuki Dominates Swedish WMX1 Qualifying

Jul 6 2008 1:12PM

Teka Suzuki WMX1 riders Steve Ramon and Ken De Dycker dominated the timed qualifying session for the Grand Prix of Sweden ending the session 1-2 on their factory RM-Z450s in hot and humid conditions.

Repsol Honda Takes Title Lead To Germany

Jul 4 2008 6:12PM

Repsol Honda rider Dani Pedrosa will be aiming to cement his World Championship points lead at the Sachsenring where last year he scored a dominant win and team-mate Nicky Hayden took third place to give Repsol Honda its first double podium of 2007.

McBain Dominates In Canadian Superbikes

Jul 3 2008 6:54PM

Acceleration Racing's Clint McBain scored a convincing victory on his Alberta Cycle, Suzuki Dealer Group-sponsored GSX-R1000 at round two of the Parts Canada Superbike Championships at Race City Speedway in Calgary, Alberta.

Ramon Looking To Regain Points In Sweden

Jul 2 2008 9:39PM

Currently running third and fourth in the FIM MX1 World Motocross Championship Team Teka Suzuki WMX1 riders Steve Ramon and Ken De Dycker enter the ninth round of the series in Uddevalla, Sweden looking to improve on their current rankings.

Podiums For Haslam And Crutchlow At Mallory Park

Jun 29 2008 9:53PM

HM Plant Honda’s Cal Crutchlow took a pair of third places at today’s Bennetts British Superbike races at Mallory Park, putting him back into second place in the championship.

Top Five For Ellison At Mallory Park

Jun 29 2008 9:44PM

Hydrex Bike Animal Honda rider James Ellison overcame a disappointing qualifying position to battle his way from row four of the grid to a fifth place finish in the opening race of the sixth round of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship at Mallory Park today.

Misano Podium For Corser

Jun 29 2008 9:41PM

Pole position starter Troy Corser looked set for his first win of the 2008 season on two occasions at Misano but he had to settle for a second in race one and a good points score of fifth in race two after running off track and ultimately avoiding a crash.

Rutter Takes Mallory Park Race Two Win

Jun 29 2008 9:38PM

36-year-old Michael Rutter secured an unbelievable race win at round six of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship at Mallory Park today, 29th June.

Misano Race Win For Neukirchner

Jun 29 2008 9:36PM

Team Alstare Suzuki rider Max Neukirchner raced to World Superbike victory in the first race at the Misano eighth round today and then seventh in race two to move into second place in the championship.

Brace Of Fourth Place Finishes For Sykes At Mallory Park

Jun 29 2008 9:33PM

Rizla Suzuki's Tom Sykes took two hard-earned fourth place finishes at the sixth round of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship at Mallory Park in Leicestershire today.

One-Two For Byrne At Mallory Park

Jun 29 2008 9:29PM

Airwaves Ducati leave Mallory Park 1st and 3rd in the championship after Shane Byrne secured a win and a 2nd place finish and Leon Camier achieved a 8th place in round 6 today.

De Dycker On Pole For WMX1 In Germany

Jun 29 2008 9:06AM

The timed qualifying session for the eighth round of the FIM World Motocross Championship held at Teutschental in Germany saw team Teka Suzuki WMX1 rider Ken De Dycker take pole for today's points-paying races.

Hard Work In Misano Qualifying For Alstare Suzuki

Jun 28 2008 7:45PM

It was a hard day in the hot sun for Fonsi Nieto, Yukio Kagayama and Max Neukirchner at Misano today and, despite their grid positions, all three are in a positive frame of mind about tomorrow’s pair of 24-lap races.

Front Row Misano Start For Bayliss And Fabrizio

Jun 28 2008 7:43PM

Despite the continuation of the heat wave today at the Misano World Circuit, the Ducati Xerox riders Troy Bayliss and Michel Fabrizio both put in flying Superpole laps, fast enough to secure themselves second and fourth place respectively on the grid for tomorrow's Superbike races.

Front Row Start For Byrne At Mallory Park

Jun 28 2008 6:23PM

Airwaves Ducati’s Shane Byrne will start from 3rd on the grid for round 6 of the British Superbike Championship at Mallory Park tomorrow. Leon Camier will start from the 3rd row in 11th.

Bike Animal Honda Struggle In Mallory Qualifying

Jun 28 2008 6:20PM

The sixth round of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship proved to be one of the lesser successful qualifying sessions for Hydrex Bike Animal Honda riders James Ellison and Guy Martin at Mallory Park today.

Sixth In Assen For Lorenzo

Jun 28 2008 5:45PM

Fiat Yamaha rider Jorge Lorenzo took sixth place for the second Grand Prix running in the 60th Dutch TT today, the youngest rider in the class making up one place on his grid position.

Rossi Rallies After Crash To Finish Eleventh

Jun 28 2008 5:42PM

A rare mistake from Valentino Rossi resulted in a first-lap crash for the Fiat Yamaha Team rider today, but he remounted and made up a gap of more than 20 seconds to pass two riders and finish in 11th place, despite riding with a broken gear-shifter and a bent handlebar.

Mallory Park Pole For Sykes

Jun 28 2008 4:54PM

Tom Sykes emphatically took his first pole position for Rizla Suzuki at the sixth round of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship at Mallory Park today and has vowed he can go even faster.

Pedrosa Retakes Championship Lead

Jun 28 2008 4:49PM

Repsol Honda riders Dani Pedrosa and Nicky Hayden looked set to score their first double podium of the season at Assen today. Impressive Pedrosa finished the race a strong second to retake the World Championship lead at the halfway point of the 2008 MotoGP series.

Seventh In Assen For Vermeulen

Jun 28 2008 4:46PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP racer Chris Vermeulen was involved in a thrilling race at the Dutch TT today, eventually crossing the line in seventh place after many race-long battles.

Double Disappointment For Kawasaki In Assen

Jun 28 2008 4:43PM

After the disappointment of the qualifying crash that sidelined John Hopkins, the Kawasaki Racing Team were dealt a double blow at Assen today when Anthony West crashed out of the Dutch TT just 7 laps into the race.

Hopkins Heads Home For Medical Checks

Jun 28 2008 2:06PM

Following his crash during qualifying for the Dutch TT at Assen yesterday, Kawasaki's John Hopkins this morning boarded a flight for Los Angeles, where he will undergo a further medical examination by Dr. Art Ting.

MotoGP, Assen - Race Results

Jun 28 2008 2:00PM

MotoGP race results from Assen.

Bayliss Tops Day One Timesheets At Misano

Jun 27 2008 7:39PM

With scorching track temperatures that rose as high as 53 degrees C, the Ducati Xerox riders Troy Bayliss and Michel Fabrizio faced a very physical challenge during today's sessions at Misano.

Third Consecutive Pole Position For Stoner

Jun 27 2008 7:37PM

Casey Stoner took his third pole position in a row at Assen and the thirteenth of his career today, as well as setting an impressive race pace once again

Ninth Fastest For Neukirchner In Opening Day At Misano

Jun 27 2008 7:35PM

As temperatures rose to 34C this afternoon at Misano for the first day of qualifying for the eighth round of the World Superbike Championship, Alstare Suzuki had to work hard in difficult conditions as they began finding good setups.

Sykes On Mallory Park Pace

Jun 27 2008 7:10PM

Tom Sykes put his Rizla Suzuki into the number one spot during second free practice at a damp Mallory Park today, ahead of round six of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship.

Hopkins Left With Broken Ankle After Assen Crash

Jun 27 2008 7:04PM

Kawasaki's John Hopkins has been ruled out of tomorrow's Dutch TT at Assen, after sustaining a fractured left ankle and suspected compression injuries to his left knee in a high-speed crash during this afternoon's qualifying session.

Dovizioso Looking For Strong Assen Result

Jun 27 2008 7:01PM

The second day of practice for the Dutch TT at Assen was hit by wet circuit conditions this morning, thanks to overnight rain.

Tentative Start At Mallory Park For Airwaves Ducati

Jun 27 2008 6:54PM

It was a tentative start to the 6th round of the British Superbike championship at Mallory Park today, as wet weather resulted in limited track time.

Top Four For Repsol Honda Riders In Assen Qualifying

Jun 27 2008 6:52PM

Repsol Honda RC212V rider Dani Pedrosa was in dazzling form at Assen this afternoon, ending up just 0.032 seconds off pole position.

Vermeulen Qualifies Eighth As Capirossi Drops Out

Jun 27 2008 4:17PM

Chris Vermeulen will start from the third row for tomorrow’s Dutch TT at Assen, after qualifying his Rizla Suzuki GSV-R in eighth place during this afternoon’s session.

Seventh On Assen Grid For Lorenzo

Jun 27 2008 4:14PM

Jorge Lorenzo finished his second day’s work in Assen in a somewhat happier mood than yesterday, after qualifying seventh for the 60th Dutch TT.

Front Row Start For Rossi At Assen

Jun 27 2008 4:11PM

Fiat Yamaha Team rider Valentino Rossi took his fifth front row start of the 2008 season at Assen today, ahead of tomorrow’s 60th Dutch TT.

Lorenzo: "I Don't Have Confidence In The Front"

Jun 26 2008 7:14PM

Despite an impressive ride through the field to sixth from the back of the grid at Donington just four days ago, it seems that Jorge Lorenzo’s recent trials are not completely behind him and the Fiat Yamaha Team rookie underwent a difficult opening day at the Dutch TT.

Rossi Second In Opening Day At Assen

Jun 26 2008 7:11PM

Fiat Yamaha Team rider Valentino Rossi returned to one of his favourite race tracks today, as the 60th Dutch TT got started in bright sunshine at Assen.

Mixed Results For Rizla Suzuki At Assen

Jun 26 2008 6:04PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP had a day of mixed fortunes at Assen in the Netherlands today as Chris Vermeulen showed promising signs for the weekend ahead, whilst Loris Capirossi crashed at high-speed, resulting in a visit to the medical centre for an operation to his right forearm.

HM Plant Honda Aiming High At Mallory Park

Jun 26 2008 4:48PM

Mallory Park beckons this weekend for the HM Plant Honda squad. Both Cal Crutchlow and Leon Haslam have the daunting task of catching runaway Bennetts British Superbike leader Shane Byrne on his Airwaves Ducati.

Solid Start In Assen For Repsol Honda

Jun 26 2008 4:37PM

Repsol Honda riders Nicky Hayden and Dani Pedrosa made a solid start to this week’s Dutch TT at Assen today, placing fourth and ninth fastest after the first two practice sessions.

MotoGP, Assen - Friday's Free Practice Times

Jun 26 2008 3:55PM

Friday's MotoGP free practice times from Assen.

Airwaves Ducati Looks To Carry Form Onto Mallory Park

Jun 25 2008 9:38PM

Airwaves Ducati travel to the 1.41 mile Mallory Park circuit in Leicestershire this weekend, for round 6 of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship.

Official: Haydon To Ride For MSS At Mallory Park

Jun 25 2008 4:07PM

MSS Discovery Kawasaki is pleased to announce that James Haydon will be deputising for the injured Stuart Easton at the Mallory Park round of the British Superbike Championship.

Gearlink Kawasaki Ready For Mallory Park

Jun 25 2008 3:40PM

Gearlink Kawasaki heads for Leicestershire for the sixth round of the Fuchs-Silkolene British Supersport championship which takes place at Mallory Park on Sunday.

Sykes Looking For Strong Mallory Park Results

Jun 25 2008 11:09AM

Tom Sykes and his Rizla Suzuki team are ready to take on the challenging Mallory Park circuit this weekend for round six of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship.

Dovizioso Confident For Assen

Jun 24 2008 7:27PM

As soon as the fans left the British Grand Prix at Donington Park on Sunday, the JiR Team Scot team also left the United Kingdom and headed to Holland.

Alstare Suzuki Targeting Misano Success

Jun 24 2008 5:44PM

Team Suzuki Alstare rider Yukio Kagayama will be back in action at this weekend's eight-round World Superbike Championship race at Misano in Italy after breaking a bone in his left hand at the Nurburgring.

Home Race Beckons For PSG1 Kawasaki

Jun 24 2008 1:40PM

Makoto Tamada and Regis Laconi are about to experience their biggest weekend of the year aboard their Ninja ZX-10R machines.

Capirossi To Return For Rizla Suzuki At Assen

Jun 23 2008 10:50PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP will be pleased to welcome Loris Capirossi back from injury for this weekend’s Dutch TT at Assen in the Netherlands.

Fiat Yamaha Heads To Assen

Jun 23 2008 9:30PM

After a seventh podium in as many races for Valentino Rossi at Donington Park on Sunday, the Fiat Yamaha team take their title challenge straight to Assen this week for the second Grand Prix in just six days.

Repsol Honda Positive For Assen MotoGP Round

Jun 23 2008 4:25PM

The Repsol Honda Team goes into its fourth race in five weekends at Assen, round nine of the 18-event 2008 MotoGP series and thus the World Championship’s halfway point.

Donington Park Victory For Stoner

Jun 22 2008 9:51PM

Casey Stoner took his second victory of the season and the 40th podium of his career today with a dominant display at Donington Park.

Top Ten At Donington For West

Jun 22 2008 9:27PM

Kawasaki's Anthony West stormed to his first top ten finish of the season in today's British Grand Prix at Donington Park, after finally overcoming the traction problems that have plagued him since the beginning of the season.

Lorenzo Storms To Sixth With Superb Donington Ride

Jun 22 2008 9:23PM

Fiat Yamaha rider Jorge Lorenzo wrote another impressive chapter in his rollercoaster rookie story today with an outstanding ride to sixth from 17th on the grid in the British Grand Prix.

Rossi Extends Championship Lead

Jun 22 2008 9:19PM

Valentino Rossi finished a worthy runner-up at Donington Park today, unable to catch Casey Stoner on this occasion but surviving a mid-race battle with Dani Pedrosa to extend his lead at the top of the championship.

Vermeulen Eighth As Spies Scores First GP Points At A Windy Donington

Jun 22 2008 9:09PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP racer Chris Vermeulen battled to eighth place at today’s British Grand Prix at Donington Park, with replacement rider Ben Spies finishing in 14th to score his first-ever MotoGP points.

Yuki Takahashi Takes Valuable Points At Donington

Jun 22 2008 9:03PM

For Yuki Takahashi and the JiR Team Scot squad, the British Grand Prix has not fulfilled the potential shown by the team during the weekend.

MotoGP, Donington Park - Race Results

Jun 22 2008 4:45PM

MotoGP race results from Donington Park.

Third Row At Donington For West

Jun 21 2008 7:49PM

Kawasaki's Anthony West will start tomorrow's British Grand Prix from the third row of the grid, after qualifying his Ninja ZX-RR in seventh position during this afternoon's rain soaked timed session at Donington Park.

Stoner Takes Donington Park Pole Position

Jun 21 2008 6:36PM

For the sixth time in eight rounds the MotoGP paddock was hit by rain today as the clouds burst over Donington Park for the final free practice and qualifying sessions. Casey Stoner, the fastest man in the dry yesterday, splashed his way to pole position for the second time in as many races.

Second Place In Wet Qualifying For Rossi

Jun 21 2008 6:31PM

Fiat Yamaha Team rider Valentino Rossi will start his 200th Grand Prix from the front row of the grid tomorrow, after a consistent performance in the wet this afternoon put him second for tomorrow’s British round at Donington Park.

Lorenzo Continues Comeback In Rain Hit Donington Qualifying

Jun 21 2008 6:28PM

Jorge Lorenzo’s return from injury continued in unforgiving conditions today, with the 21-year-old having to cope with a rain-hit Donington Park as he tried to find his confidence and feeling after his recent run of bad luck.

Dovizioso Qualifies Sixth In Rain At Donington Park

Jun 21 2008 6:25PM

The second day on the circuit of Donington Park and heavy rain in the morning led to a wet practice session, which showed how Andrea could ride in the rain.

Donington Front Row Start For Vermeulen

Jun 21 2008 6:22PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP racer Chris Vermeulen piloted his Suzuki GSV-R to his first front row grid position of the season, as he again showed his true class as one of the world’s best wet weather riders.

MotoGP, Donington Park - Qualifying Results

Jun 21 2008 3:49PM

MotoGP qualifying results from Donington Park.

Stoner Fastest In Opening Day At Donington Park

Jun 20 2008 7:28PM

The threat of rain held off at Donington to allow Casey Stoner and Marco Melandri to make full use of the first free practice sessions for the British Grand Prix.

Donington Park Improvements For Kawasaki

Jun 20 2008 6:40PM

Kawasaki’s John Hopkins and Anthony West finished today’s opening practice sessions at Donington Park in a confident mood, after improvements to their machine set-up saw them finish in 11th and 12th positions respectively.

Lorenzo Back On Track At Donington Park

Jun 20 2008 6:36PM

Two weeks after crashing during practice in Catalunya and ruling himself out of his home race, Jorge Lorenzo made a welcome return to the track on his Fiat Yamaha M1 at the British Grand Prix today.

Rossi Launches 200th GP Challenge At Donington

Jun 20 2008 6:32PM

Valentino Rossi, who is scheduled to contest his 200th Grand Prix on Sunday, got his weekend off to a solid start today by finishing third overall in the first free practice sessions at Donington Park.

MotoGP, Donington Park - Combined Times (Friday)

Jun 20 2008 4:09PM

Combined free practice times from Friday at the Donington Park MotoGP round.

Leading Manufacturers Commit To Dirt Bike Show 2008

Jun 19 2008 11:00PM

The 2008 Dirt Bike Show is looking set to be one of the best shows to date; top manufacturers have already committed to displaying their brand new 2009 models ahead of the NEC Motorcycle Show.

Injured Capirossi Heads To Donington As A Spectator

Jun 18 2008 6:53PM

Loris Capirossi is on his way to join the Rizla Suzuki MotoGP team for this weekend’s British Grand Prix at Donington, despite being sidelined with a broken hand and not being able to race.

Dovizioso "Ready For Anything"

Jun 17 2008 6:09PM

After the Grand Prix of Catalunya, on the outskirts of Barcelona, JiR Team Scot heads north across the European continent and crosses the English Channel heading for Great Britain.

Kawasaki Confident For Donington Park

Jun 17 2008 5:18PM

Kawasaki's John Hopkins and Anthony West head across the English Channel for this weekend's British Grand Prix at Donington Park in confident mood, following successful test sessions aboard their Ninja ZX-RR machines in Spain and Japan.

Rossi And Lorenzo Looking Forward To Donington Park

Jun 16 2008 4:16PM

After a rain-hit Mediterranean jaunt through Italy and Spain the Fiat Yamaha Team start a Northern-European triple-header this weekend, hoping that the British Grand Prix can be the unlikely purveyor of summer to the MotoGP World Championship paddock.

Snetterton Supersport Win For Plater

Jun 16 2008 3:13PM

The temporary switch from British Superbike to British Supersport action certainly paid off for Woodhall Spa race ace Steve Plater who rode a faultless race at Snetterton to claim his first victory in the series since 1999.

Strong Snetterton Results For NW200 Ducati

Jun 15 2008 10:45PM

The NW200 Ducati team gained some positive results at the ultra fast Snetterton Circuit today, 15th June, in round five of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship.

Maximum Points For Airwaves Ducati At Snetterton

Jun 15 2008 10:42PM

Leon Camier and Shane Byrne achieved a win and second place apiece at Snetterton today in round 5 of the British Superbike championship. Leon Camier enjoyed the first BSB win of his career in race one, with Shane Byrne taking the honours in the second race.

Mixed Snetterton Results For Harris

Jun 15 2008 10:26PM

Karl Harris left round five of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship at Snetterton, today with mixed results.

Weather Wrecks Weekend At Snetterton For Hydrex Honda

Jun 15 2008 10:21PM

Following on his great performance at Donington Park in the previous round, Hydrex Bike Animal Honda rider James Ellison saw his hopes of another podium finish disappear as weather ruined the Bennetts British Superbike Championship at Snetterton today.

Double Podium For Neukirchner

Jun 15 2008 10:16PM

Team Alstare Suzuki rider Max Neukirchner raced to a double podium in the seventh round of the Superbike World Championship at the Nurburgring today.

Podium Joy For Sykes At Snetterton

Jun 15 2008 10:06PM

Rizla Suzuki's Tom Sykes took a brilliant third place podium finish in the opening race of the fifth round of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship at Snetterton in Norfolk today.

Double Delight For Nitro Nori

Jun 15 2008 9:59PM

Noriyuki Haga clinched a superb double victory at the seventh round of the Hannspree Superbike World Championship today.

Top Five In Nurburgring Qualifying For Xerox Ducati

Jun 14 2008 6:36PM

Troy Bayliss and Michel Fabrizio both had a very positive day today at the Nuerburgring despite very changeable weather conditions.

Disappointing Qualifying At Snetterton For Hydrex Honda

Jun 14 2008 6:32PM

Rain played a part in British Superbike qualifying for both Hydrex Bike Animal Hondas at Snetterton today.

Rain Foils Pole Position Bid For Sykes

Jun 14 2008 6:28PM

Rizla Suzuki's Tom Sykes will head the second row of the grid from fifth place after his bid for pole position was foiled by heavy rain mid-way through the qualifying session for the fifth round of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship at Snetterton.

Harris Qualifies Sixth At Snetterton

Jun 14 2008 5:59PM

Rob Mac Racing's Karl Harris will line up on the second row of the grid in sixth position for the two 21-lap British Superbike races at Snetterton, Norfolk (15 June).

Front Row For Airwaves Ducati At Snetterton

Jun 14 2008 5:57PM

Both Airwaves Ducatis will start from the front row of the grid for round 5 of the British Superbike Championship at Snetterton tomorrow. Shane Byrne set the fastest time of the weekend to take pole position ahead of his team mate Leon Camier in 3rd.

World Superbikes, Nurburgring - Superpole Results

Jun 14 2008 4:38PM

World Superbike qualifying results from the Nurburgring.

Injury Check Up For Lorenzo In Barcelona

Jun 13 2008 8:38PM

Fiat Yamaha rider Jorge Lorenzo returned to the Dexeus Institute in Barcelona this lunchtime for a check-up on the skin graft to the fourth finger of his right hand, which was carried out on Tuesday.

Neukirchner Finishes Opening Day Fourth At The Nurburgring

Jun 13 2008 7:57PM

Team Alstare Suzuki rider Max Neukirchner rode steadily in this morning’s difficult conditions and then upped the pace in this afternoon’s dry qualifying session to end the day with the fourth quickest lap.

Sykes On The Initial Pace At Snetterton

Jun 13 2008 7:35PM

Rizla Suzuki's Tom Sykes set the second fastest lap time during free practice for round five of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship, at the high-speed Snetterton circuit in Norfolk.

Corser On Provisional Pole In Germany

Jun 13 2008 7:33PM

Troy Corser adapted his YZF-R1 to the cool track temperatures of the Nürburgring to great effect on day one of practice, leading qualifying with a lap of 1'57.257.

Strong Snetterton Start For Airwaves Ducati

Jun 13 2008 7:30PM

Airwaves Ducati made a positive start to round 5 of the British Superbike Championship at Snetterton today, finishing in the top three in both practice sessions.

Harris Looking For Snetterton Podium

Jun 12 2008 5:15PM

Rob Mac Racing's Karl Harris finally got his season underway three weeks ago at Donington Park, and will look to make strong inroads to the championship leaders at the fifth round of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship at Snetterton this weekend.

Ben Spies To Replace Injured Capirossi At Donington

Jun 12 2008 5:13PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP will give reigning American Superbike Champion Ben Spies his MotoGP debut at next weekend’s British Grand Prix, following confirmation that Loris Capirossi will be unfit for the Donington race.

Bridewell Returns From Injury For Germany

Jun 12 2008 4:52PM

Following on from a broken leg sustained in the opening round of the Italian Superbike Championship in April, Tommy Bridewell will return to the saddle this weekend for the latest round of the Suzuki GSX-R 750 European Cup which takes place at the Nurburgring in Germany.

Airwaves Ducati Ready For Snetterton

Jun 12 2008 4:23PM

Airwaves Ducati return to the track this weekend for round 5 of the British Superbike Championship at Snetterton. The team head to the Norfolk circuit with Shane Byrne leading the championship on 190 points and team mate Leon Camier in 3rd on 107 points.

Strijbos MX1 Return Put On Hold

Jun 11 2008 8:45AM

Grand Prix Kawasaki Racing’s Kevin Strijbos – who was due to return to MX1 World Championship action this weekend at St Jean D’Angely in France – will miss more of the season than originally expected due to ongoing problems with the thumb injury.

Ben Wilson Back In Action At Snetterton

Jun 11 2008 8:15AM

After a three-week break, Boston Superstock rider Ben Wilson returns to action with three races to contest at Snetterton on Sunday – two Metzeler National Superstock events and a round of the Henderson Yamaha R1 Cup.

Dovizioso Completes Two Day Spanish Test

Jun 11 2008 7:14AM

Andrea Dovizioso dedicated the few hours of dry conditions to test qualifying tyres, without looking for a quick time, in the final day of the GP test at Catalunya.

Gealink Kawasaki Ready For Snetterton

Jun 11 2008 7:10AM

Following the three-week break to allow for the Isle of Man TT races, Gearlink Kawasaki are geared up to return to the track for round five of the Fuchs-Silkolene British Supersport Championship at Snetterton in Norfolk on Sunday.

Rizla Suzuki Looking For Strong Snetterton Results

Jun 10 2008 10:55AM

Tom Sykes is determined to score a race win aboard his Rizla Suzuki this coming weekend at Snetterton – a high-speed circuit that will suit his super-fast GSX-R1000 - at round five of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship.

Dovizioso Satisfied With Catalunya Test

Jun 10 2008 9:34AM

The JiR Team Scot squad, following on from Sunday's Catalunya Grand Prix where they finished in fourth place, stayed on at the Spanish circuit to continue the development of their Honda RC212V.

Skin Graft For Lorenzo

Jun 10 2008 9:29AM

Fiat Yamaha rider Jorge Lorenzo will leave hospital within the next 24 hours after undergoing successful surgery on his injured right hand and further neurological checks in Barcelona today.

Successful Catalan Test Opening Day For Rossi

Jun 10 2008 9:28AM

After claiming an important 20 points in yesterday's Grand Prix of Catalunya, Valentino Rossi and his crew were back at work today for a half day test at the Montmelo circuit.

Laconi And Tamada Ready For Nurburgring

Jun 9 2008 5:47PM

PSG-1 Kawasaki Corse riders Makoto Tamada and Regis Laconi will begin the German WSB weekend confident of a fresh start on their Ninja ZX-10R machinery, at a circuit new to most current WSB riders.

GSE Racing Responds To British Superbike Weight Increase

Jun 9 2008 1:31PM

Further to the issue by the MCRCB of their general bulletin 2008/9, GSE Racing has responded regarding the weight increase.

Hard Fought Second For Stoner In Barcelona

Jun 8 2008 7:31PM

Casey Stoner picked up his second podium in seven days at Barcelona after a hard fought battle with Valentino Rossi for second place in the Grand Prix of Catalunya.

Top Six For Edwards And Toseland

Jun 8 2008 7:28PM

Colin Edwards and James Toseland handed the Tech 3 Yamaha squad a well deserved second successive double top six finish in today's Catalunya MotoGP race.

Rossi Takes Second Place In Grand Prix of Catalunya

Jun 8 2008 7:25PM

Valentino Rossi put yesterday's poor qualifying behind him today with a characteristic charge through the field from ninth on the grid to take second in the Grand Prix of Catalunya.

Top Ten For Injured Hopkins In Catalunya GP

Jun 8 2008 7:18PM

John Hopkins demonstrated true grit and determination today at the Grand Prix of Catalunya to bring his Ninja ZX-RR home in 10th position, despite carrying a back injury sustained in Friday’s practice.

Fourth For Dovizioso In Spain

Jun 8 2008 7:12PM

The Spanish weekend ended in satisfaction for the JiR Team Scot squad. The huge amount of work done by the team during the previous days brought a superb final result of a fighting fourth place for the silver Honda in a great race.

Vermeulen Takes Seventh In Catalunya GP

Jun 8 2008 7:09PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP racer Chris Vermeulen raced to a close seventh place finish at the Catalan Grand Prix near Barcelona today, as team-mate Loris Capirossi’s race came to an abrupt end when another rider crashed into him.

Stoner "Surprised" By Pole Position In Catalunya

Jun 7 2008 5:13PM

Casey Stoner picked up his first pole position of the season at Barcelona with a perfect lap on his third and final qualifying tyre.

Tough Catalan Qualifying For Rizla Suzuki

Jun 7 2008 5:09PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP racer Chris Vermeulen will start from the middle of the third row for tomorrow’s Catalonian Grand Prix.

Dovizioso Ready For Race Day

Jun 7 2008 5:07PM

JiR Team Scot rider Andrea Dovizioso improved his pace in qualifying ready for tomorrow's race day at Catalunya.

Lorenzo Recovering After Practice Crash

Jun 7 2008 4:18PM

Fiat Yamaha Team rider Jorge Lorenzo is recovering well in hospital following his crash yesterday afternoon in practice for the Grand Prix of Catalunya.

Plater Takes Fifth Place In Senior TT

Jun 7 2008 4:11PM

Steve Plater rode well in his final outing of the Isle of Man TT races to round off his week with a fine fifth place in the Dainese Senior TT on Friday.

Updated BSB Weight Regulations Announced

Jun 7 2008 4:07PM

An update to MCRCB issued Bulletin 2008/6 which specified an increased minimum weight of 175kg for twin cylinder motorcycles within the British Superbike Championship.

Rossi Struggles To Ninth In Catalunya Qualifying

Jun 7 2008 3:50PM

Valentino Rossi is faced with an uphill task in tomorrow’s Catalan Grand Prix, after struggling with set-up issues throughout today’s practices and qualifying in ninth position.

MotoGP, Catalunya - Qualifying Times

Jun 7 2008 2:52PM

MotoGP qualifying times from Catalunya.

McGuinness Takes Senior TT Victory

Jun 7 2008 2:15PM

John McGuinness etched his name even further into the Isle of Man TT record books when he won a sensational Senior race on Friday, taking his 14th TT victory.

Stoner And Melandri Looking For More Grip In Catalunya

Jun 6 2008 5:22PM

After heavy rain yesterday and last night, the sun finally shone in Barcelona today to provide two dry free practice sessions as the GP of Catalunya got underway. However, the riders still complained of an unusual lack of grip, which caused many of them to crash or run off track.

Senior TT Disappointment For Martin

Jun 6 2008 5:17PM

Any hopes that Hydrex Bike Animal Honda rider Guy Martin had of claiming his maiden TT win were dashed when he retired in today's Dainese Senior TT on lap three.

Capirossi On Early Barcelona Pace

Jun 6 2008 5:13PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP racer Loris Capirossi was the second quickest rider during today’s free practice sessions at the Circuit de Catalunya near Barcelona in Spain.

Rossi Third Fastest In Opening Practice

Jun 6 2008 5:11PM

Just five days after his thrilling home victory at Mugello, Valentino Rossi was back on board at the Montmelo circuit in Catalunya today, running a one-off livery on his M1 in celebration of the Italian national football team.

MotoGP, Catalunya - Free Practice Times

Jun 6 2008 3:13PM

MotoGP free practice times from Catalunya in Spain ahead of Sunday's GP.

Successful Collarbone Operation For Nori Haga

Jun 5 2008 5:05PM

Following a painful crash last weekend at the Salt Lake City circuit, Noriyuki Haga went on to astound doctors and race fans by climbing back on his R1 and taking a ten point chunk out of Troy Bayliss's championship lead.

Rossi To Carry 'Azzurri' Colour Scheme In Catalunya

Jun 5 2008 5:01PM

Valentino Rossi’s YZR-M1 will carry a one-off livery for the Grand Prix of Catalunya this weekend in celebration of the European Football Championships, which begin on Sunday.

Plater Retires From Second Junior Supersport Race

Jun 5 2008 4:22PM

After a mechanical failure put paid to his chances of a result in Wednesday’s Junior TT race Steve Plater now focuses his attention on the feature race of the week, The Dainese Senior TT which he completed in seventh place on his debut in 2007.

McGuinness Suffers Second 2008 TT Retirement

Jun 5 2008 4:20PM

John McGuinness suffered his second retirement at the 2008 Isle of Man TT races when he was forced to pull out of Wednesday's Supersport 600cc race.

Sixth For Martin In Junior Supersport TT

Jun 5 2008 4:18PM

Following on from Monday's disappointment when he retired after only five miles in the opening Supersport TT, Hydrex Bike Animal Honda's Guy Martin bounced back with a battling sixth place finish in today's four lap Relentless Junior Supersport TT.

Anstey Wins TT Supersport Race 2

Jun 5 2008 4:16PM

Bruce Anstey put the disappointed of Monday's Supersport race firmly behind him, taking an emphatic 34 second victory in the Relentless Supersport TT Race 2 earlier today.

Rizla Suzuki Looking To Bounce Back At Catalan GP

Jun 4 2008 12:02AM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP makes the short trip over the Mediterranean from Italy to the Catalan region of Spain for Sunday’s Grand Prix at Montmelo near Barcelona.

Dovizioso Ready For Barcelona

Jun 3 2008 5:03PM

After the Italian GP at Mugello last Sunday, the MotoGP circus moves to Spain to race on Sunday June 8th at the GP of Catalunya on the Barcelona circuit where JiR Team Scot is ready to build on the positive signals shown by Andrea Dovizioso in MotoGP.

Rossi Aiming For Barcelona GP Win

Jun 3 2008 4:43PM

Valentino Rossi chases his fourth consecutive victory this weekend as the MotoGP World Championship sets sail across the Mediterranean to Barcelona, following the Italian’s epic seventh Mugello win on Sunday.

Double Podium Joy For McGuinness At Isle Of Man

Jun 3 2008 5:27AM

Morecambe's John McGuinness got his 2008 Isle of Man TT Races camapign back on track on Monday with excellent second places in both the Superstock and Supersport races. This now gives John a total of 27 TT podium finishes, second only to the legendary Joey Dunlop.

Plater Wins Opening Junior Supersport TT Race

Jun 3 2008 5:26AM

Plater wins the first of the two Junior Supersport races at the Isle of Man TT after Anstey is disqualified.

Superstock Podium For Martin At TT

Jun 3 2008 5:21AM

After the disappointment of retiring from Saturday's Superbike TT when well in command, Hydrex Bike Animal Honda rider Guy Martin bounced back to claim a podium finish in this morning's four-lap Scottish Life Superstock TT.

Fabrizio Takes Double Podium At Miller Motorsports Park

Jun 2 2008 1:50PM

Michel Fabrizio proves that he has taken a liking to America and the Miller Motorsports Park circuit, scoring two third place finishes here today in impressive style on board his Ducati 1098 F08 machine.

Second In Italy For Stoner

Jun 2 2008 1:34PM

Casey Stoner played a starring role in the Italian Grand Prix at Mugello, where he claimed an outstanding second place following a hard-fought battle with Dani Pedrosa.

Double Utah Win For Checa

Jun 2 2008 1:30PM

It was a day of celebration for the HANNspree Ten Kate Honda team as Carlos Checa scooped the double victory at the sixth round of the HANNspree Superbike World Championship at Salt Lake City, USA today.

Utah Podium For Neukirchner

Jun 2 2008 1:28PM

Team Alstare Suzuki rider Max Neukirchner continued his good run of form with a hard-fought fourth place in race one at the Miller Motorsports Park today before following it up runner-up spot in race two.

Rossi Takes Seventh Consecutive Mugello Win

Jun 2 2008 1:24PM

Valentino Rossi brought the house down once again in Mugello today with an emotional seventh straight victory at his home track in front of 96,000 adoring fans.

Lorenzo Crashes Out Of Mugello GP

Jun 2 2008 1:21PM

Fiat Yamaha Team rider Jorge Lorenzo had a disappointing 100th Grand Prix today, crashing out of the Italian round of the championship on lap seven when running strongly in sixth place.

Mugello Disappointment For Kawasaki

Jun 2 2008 1:17PM

Anthony West was the sole Kawasaki finisher in today's Italian Grand Prix at Mugello, bringing his Ninja ZX-RR home in a points scoring position after a technical problem caused his Kawasaki teammate, John Hopkins, to crash out of the race after just seven laps.

Top Ten Finishes For Rizla Suzuki At Mugello

Jun 2 2008 1:12PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP racers Loris Capirossi and Chris Vermeulen both recorded top-10 positions in today’s Italian Grand Prix at Mugello.

Guy Martin Confident For TT Races

May 31 2008 9:45AM

Guy Martin heads into the 2008 Isle of Man TT Races in confident mood after a strong practice week around the 37 3/4 mile Mountain Course that has seen him constantly at the forefront on the time sheets.

Alstare Suzuki Learning At Utah

May 31 2008 9:39AM

Team Suzuki Alstare riders Fonsi Nieto, Yukio Kagayama and Max Neukirchner used the first day of practice and qualifying for the sixth round of the World Superbike Championship at the Miller Motorsports Park in Utah to learn their way round the track.

Wet Mugello Practice For Yamaha

May 30 2008 8:55PM

It was a wet and gloomy return to home turf for Fiat Yamaha Team rider Valentino Rossi today, as heavy rain greeted the MotoGP paddock on the opening day of the Italian Grand Prix at Mugello.

Mixed Weather Leaves Hopkins On Top

May 30 2008 8:50PM

Kawasaki's John Hopkins and Anthony West completed the two wet practice sessions at the Mugello circuit at the top of the field today, in first and third positions respectively on combined times.

Vermeulen Shows Wet Weather Skill At Mugello

May 30 2008 8:44PM

Chris Vermeulen showed his wet weather skills to the full again today as he rode his Rizla Suzuki GSV-R to the top of the time-sheets at a rain-sodden Mugello in Italy.

New Territory For Alstare Suzuki In Utah

May 29 2008 11:24PM

The sixth round of the 2008 Superbike World Championship takes place for the first time at Miller Motorsports Park, near Salt Lake City in Utah, USA this weekend - the first time the new, purpose-built facility has hosted a World Superbike and AMA Superbike Championship at the same time.

Paul Bird Motorsport Cross The Atlantic For 2 And 4 Wheel Races

May 29 2008 6:09PM

In a unique scenario, the Paul Bird Motorsport Team will be competing on both two wheels and four this weekend, in entirely different disciplines, having made the trip over the Atlantic to the United States and Caribbean respectively.

Yamaha Ready For Salt Lake City

May 28 2008 7:04PM

Yamaha heads to Salt Lake City for the next World Superbike round at the new circuit.

Alex Lowes Debuts In Italian Superstock Championship

May 28 2008 12:42AM

Despite encountering problems with the gear selection Lincoln racer Alex Lowes safely completed his debut ride in the Italian Superstock championship at Vallelunga in 22nd place on Sunday.

Lowry Battles With World Class Riders

May 27 2008 8:21PM

Ian Lowry put his GSX-R600 Relentless Suzuki on the top step of the podium at Donington Park after a titanic battle with World Supersport riders Jonathan Rea and Andrew Pitt.

Rutter Disappointed With Donington Park Results

May 27 2008 12:06AM

In the blustery conditions at Donington Park Michael Rutter on the North West 200 Ducati F08 gained two eighth positions in the British Superbike series with his team-mate John Laverty on the securing a win and second place in the Daily Star Cup races.

Strong Donington Park Results For HM Plant Honda

May 26 2008 10:08PM

Leon Haslam took two strong second positions during today’s blustery Bennetts British Superbike races at Donington Park.

Sykes Takes Donington Park Podium

May 26 2008 10:06PM

Tom Sykes pulled off a spectacular third place podium finish for Rizla Suzuki after starting from 13th on the grid at round four of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship at Donington Park.

Double Donington Win For Shakey Byrne

May 26 2008 8:13PM

Shane Byrne extended his championship lead with a fantastic double race win in extremely windy conditions at Donington Park today. Leon Camier secured himself valuable championship points with a 5th and 4th place finish.

Kawasaki Motivated For Mugello MotoGP Round

May 26 2008 8:11PM

After the frustrations of the French Grand Prix at Le Mans just over a week week ago, Kawasaki’s John Hopkins and Anthony West head this week for the Tuscan hills of Italy, and the picturesque circuit of Mugello, for the sixth round of the MotoGP world championship.

Fiat Yamaha Looking Forward To Home GP

May 26 2008 8:08PM

The Fiat Yamaha team head into their home Grand Prix at Mugello in Italy this weekend looking to continue the most successful ever start to a MotoGP World Championship for the Japanese factory.

Solid Donington Park Finishes For Harris

May 26 2008 8:04PM

Rob Mac Racing's Karl Harris completed his first race distances of the season with two solid finishes, elevating him up the scoreboard to start his Championship campaign at Donington Park today (26 May).

Impressive Results For Ellison At Donington Park

May 26 2008 8:01PM

Although he didn't quite manage to secure a podium finish, Hydrex Bike Animal Honda rider James Ellison put in a fantastic display with a superb front running performance at a cool and very windy Donington Park today in round four of the Bennetts British Superike Championship.

British Superbikes, Donington Park - Race Results

May 26 2008 5:48PM

British Superbike race results from Donington Park.

Donington Pole For Byrne

May 25 2008 9:20PM

Shane Byrne secured his 3rd pole position of the season at a very wet Donington Park today. Leon Camier will start on the second row in 8th place.

Rizla Suzuki Struggle In Wet Qualifying At Donington Park

May 25 2008 5:42PM

Tom Sykes and Atsushi Watanabe both finished in uncharacteristic positions today following a tough wet session on track at Donington Park, ahead of round four of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship, with Sykes 13th and Watanabe 22nd.

Second On The Donington Park Grid For Ellison

May 25 2008 5:03PM

Hydrex Bike Animal Honda rider James Ellison left it late but came up trumps as he qualified in second place at round four of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship at a wet Donington Park today.

Third Row Start For Karl Harris At Wet Donington

May 25 2008 4:13PM

Rob Mac Racing's Karl Harris secured a third row start, as The Swan Combi 50 - Roll for Pole qualifying session for the fourth round of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship proved to be an exercise in caution at Donington Park today (25 May).

Sykes On Donington Park Pace

May 24 2008 9:24PM

Tom sykes and Atsushi Watanabe along with their Rizla Suzuki technicians spent the two 50-minute free practice sessions today at Donington Park, dialling in both their GSX-R1000s ahead of round four of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship.

Airwaves Ducati Complete Donington Park Opening Day

May 24 2008 9:21PM

Airwaves Ducati put the last few days behind them and got on with the job at round 4 of the British Superbike Championship today. Shane Byrne finished the first session on top and the second in 4th place, whilst team mate Leon Camier was 5th and 7th.

Airwaves Ducati Will Race At Donington Park

May 23 2008 1:04PM

Following a week of negotiations with MCRCB Team Principal Darrell Healey has confirmed that GSE Racing will race at Donington Park this weekend.

NW200 Ducati Updates Donington Park Statement

May 23 2008 11:00AM

Following on from the NW200 Ducati/JHP Racing press statement yesterday and the subsequent MCRCB/MSV rule amendment last night with regard to the minimum weight limit of the 1200cc twin cylinder Superbikes, the NW200 team are pleased to confirm today that the parameters now exist to allow the team to race at Donington Park on Monday.

Ducati BSB Weight Penalty Amended

May 22 2008 11:42PM

Following the announcement that Ducati 1098R machines would received a 10kg weight penalty from the Donington Park British Superbike round there has been much discussion. Tonight MCRCB has released a further statement.

Haslam Looking To Start Season At Donington Park

May 22 2008 9:30PM

HM Plant Honda riders Leon Haslam, Cal Crutchlow and Steve Brogan will be aiming for more points in their respective championships during Monday’s race schedule at the 2.5-mile Derbyshire circuit of Donington Park.

NW200 Ducati Will Attend Donington Park Despite Weight Penalty

May 22 2008 3:57PM

NW200 will attend Donington Park's BSB round despite the 10kg weight penalty applied.

Plater Ready For Isle Of Man TT

May 22 2008 3:32PM

Fresh from his triumphant week at the North West 200 races in Ireland where he won three of his four races, Steve Plater is anticipating a good week of racing at the Isle of Man TT. He caught the ferry on Wednesday to prepare for the first practice session on Saturday evening.

World Motocross Championship At Mallory Park

May 20 2008 10:15PM

The World’s best Motocross riders are due to hit British shores on the weekend of the 31st May/1st June for round six of the FIM World Motocross Championships.

Rossi Completes Le Mans Test

May 20 2008 8:54PM

Valentino Rossi put in another valuable day’s work in Le Mans today, Sunday’s race winner completing 44 laps and setting a best time of 1’33.882.

Airwaves Ducati Frustrated By Rule Change

May 20 2008 7:10PM

GSE Racing has expressed their deep disappointment, and frustration, after the sudden announcement by the MSVR/MCRCB to alter the technical regulations to the Superbike class in this year’s British Superbike Championship.

Gearlink Kawasaki Ready For Donington Park

May 20 2008 5:09PM

The Gearlink Kawasaki British Supersport team visit Donington Park for round four of the series at Donington Park over the Bank Holiday weekend May 24/24/26.

British Superbike Twins Hit With 10KG Weight Penalty

May 19 2008 9:56PM

MSVR have today announced an additional 10kg weight requirement for all twin cylinder British Superbikes with immediate effect.

Rossi Completes First Day Of Le Mans Testing

May 19 2008 7:32PM

After making another step up the all-time winners list to joint second with his 90th career victory yesterday, Valentino Rossi wasted no time in getting started on working towards number 91 at Le Mans today.

Busy Race Weekend Planned For Ben Wilson At Donington

May 19 2008 12:41PM

With a double header in the Henderson Yamaha R1 Cup and a ride in the National Superstock championship, Boston rider Ben Wilson is in for a busy time at Donington Park on Whit Monday.

North West 200 Hat Trick For Plater

May 18 2008 9:07PM

Steve Plater is being hailed as the King of the Roads after riding to a win in each of the two Supersport races, setting a new lap record and securing his third successive victory in the feature race at the North West 200 meeting in Ireland on Saturday.

Tough Weekend At Le Mans For Ducati

May 18 2008 8:34PM

An otherwise positive weekend for Casey Stoner at Le Mans ended on a negative note today as his unbroken run of 22 points-scoring finishes came to an end.

Retirement Denies Martin NW200 Victory

May 18 2008 8:21PM

Guy Martin was denied his first ever North West 200 victory on Saturday when he was forced to retire from the feature Superbike race whilst leading comfortably around the 8.9-mile Northern Ireland public road circuit.

Solid Results For McGuinness At North West 200

May 18 2008 8:05PM

John McGuinness enjoyed a solid day’s racing at the International North West 200 road races on Saturday and the Morecambe ace was able to add 2 more podiums finishes to his now customary haul around the Northern Ireland public road course.

Le Mans Victory For Rossi

May 18 2008 7:45PM

Valentino Rossi made another historic step in his incredible career today when he took his 90th career victory in Le Mans, equalling the record set by the great Angel Nieto, to move into second in the all-time winners list behind Giacomo Agostini.

Lorenzo Takes Second Place Despite Injuries

May 18 2008 7:41PM

Fiat Yamaha Team rider Jorge Lorenzo once again stunned onlookers by riding to second place in Le Mans today with two fractured ankles.

Broken Chain Robs Hopkins At Le Mans

May 18 2008 7:38PM

Despite a strong start to today’s French Grand Prix at Le Mans, Kawasaki’s John Hopkins saw any chance of a top five finish disappear just after the halfway point in the race, when the chain on his Ninja ZX-RR snapped without warning.

Strong Results At Le Mans For Rizla Suzuki

May 18 2008 7:35PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP racer Chris Vermeulen celebrated his best result so far this season by finishing in an impressive fifth position at Le Mans in France today, with team-mate Loris Capirossi crossing the line in an equally strong seventh place.

Sixth Postion For Dovizioso In France

May 18 2008 3:53PM

After two days of hard work in practice to find the best technical package, Andrea Dovizioso started from 10th on the grid today and once more was able to move back up the rankings and finish the race in 6th position.

Suzuki AMA One-Two At Sonoma

May 18 2008 3:33PM

Rockstar Makita Suzuki Factory Racing's Ben Spies captured his third consecutive AMA Superbike victory of the season at Infineon Raceway in Sonoma, California on Saturday afternoon.

Win For Rutter At The North West 200

May 18 2008 3:31PM

It has been an ideal race day for Michael Rutter and the NW200 team over at the Kennedy International North West 200 race. The 36-year-old rider took a stunning victory in the opening Superbike race at the amazing Irish road circuit.

North West 200 Podium For McGuinness

May 18 2008 3:29PM

John McGuinness took a hard-earned podium in the Superbike race yesterday on his HM Plant Honda Fireblade. The Morecambe rider was involved in a close battle for the win, but had to settle for 3rd on his CBR1000RR.

Lorenzo Escapes From Le Mans Crash Without Further Injury

May 16 2008 5:53PM

Following on from his eventful weekend in China two weeks ago, Fiat Yamaha Team rider Jorge Lorenzo was back on his M1 at Le Mans today, battling on despite the pain of two fractured ankles.

Rossi Sixth Fastest In Opening Day At Le Mans

May 16 2008 5:48PM

Valentino Rossi rode his Fiat Yamaha Team M1 to sixth place on the opening day of the Grand Prix of France in Le Mans today. Although some bad weather is expected over the weekend, today was mostly dry save a few spots of rain which fell over the 4.180km Bugatti Circuit during the afternoon session.

Front Row For Rutter At North West 200

May 16 2008 5:44PM

Michael Rutter and the North West Ducati Team secured some good results in yesterdays second practice/qualifying session at the Kennedy North West 200. Rutter ended up second in the Superbike class behind John McGuinness and third in the Superstock class behind Keith Amor and Alastair Seeley.

Improvements To Come From Kawasaki In France

May 16 2008 4:44PM

Kawasaki's John Hopkins and Anthony West finished today's opening practice sessions ahead of Sunday's French Grand Prix in ninth and 16th positions respectively, after focussing on refining machine set-up during the two, one-hour track sessions.

Positive Start For Vermeulen At Le Mans

May 16 2008 4:26PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP’s Australian star Chris Vermeulen had a positive first day’s free practice, in readiness for Sunday’s French Grand Prix at Le Mans.

Plater Secures Pole For North West 200 Supersport Races

May 16 2008 4:18PM

Steve Plater has claimed pole position for the start of the two Supersport races at the Kennedy International North West 200 races on Saturday.

McGuinness On Pole For North West 200

May 16 2008 2:50PM

John McGuinness placed his Honda CBR1000RR on pole for tomorrow’s Kennedy International North West 200 races. Meanwhile team-mate Steve Brogan continued to familiarise himself with the nine-mile course on both his Superstock Fireblade and Supersport CBR600RR.

Lorenzo Cleared To Race At Le Mans

May 15 2008 9:33AM

Jorge Lorenzo has been given the official 'thumbs up' to participate in this weekend’s French Grand Prix, after undergoing assessment in Barcelona this afternoon by Doctor Xavier Mir.

Neukirchner Signs For Alstare Suzuki For 2009 And 2010

May 14 2008 4:42PM

Neukirchner has agreed terms with Team Suzuki Alstare and has signed a contract with the team for 2009 and 2010.

JiR Team Scot Ready For Le Mans

May 13 2008 11:23PM

The MotoGP World Championship heads into the heart of the calendar now, with races where anything can happen and anyone can lead or win a race. JiR Team Scot with their Honda RC212V has so far been able to be strong and show its high potential in the first four races of the year.

Hawk Kawasaki's Brands Hatch Report

May 13 2008 11:19PM

In stark contrast to the postponed event in April, Brands Hatch was bathed in sunshine this weekend – while the team proved they were making strides with the new 2008 ZX10-R superbike.

Kawasaki Looking For MotoGP Improvement At Le Mans

May 13 2008 1:52AM

The Kawasaki Racing Team head for this weekend's French Grand Prix at Le Mans in confident mood, with both John Hopkins and Anthony West determined to make amends after the disappointment of Shanghai.

Extensive BBC Coverage For North West 200

May 12 2008 9:50PM

Last year, thousands of people around the world watched the groundbreaking live coverage from the BBC of the Kennedy International North West 200 and this year, the team is back with even bigger and better coverage of Britain's most popular road race.

Mixed Results For Gearlink Kawasaki At Brands Hatch

May 12 2008 4:37PM

The rescheduled round of the Fuchs-Silkolene British Supersport championship at Brands Hatch on Sunday brought differing results to the Gearlink Kawasaki team.

Fourth In Albacete For Plater

May 12 2008 2:05PM

Despite leading the race for some considerable time, Steve Plater was not able to turn this into the victory he deserved at the end of the six-hour World Endurance race at Albacete in Spain.

Fiat Yamaha Heads To Le Mans

May 12 2008 1:57PM

Fiat Yamaha riders Valentino Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo travel to the legendary Le Mans circuit this weekend looking to continue their trailblazing start to the 2008 MotoGP World Championship after dominating the headlines over the opening four rounds.

Byrne Extends Championship Lead

May 11 2008 9:49PM

Shane Byrne extended his lead in the British Superbike championship today with a win and 2nd place at Brands Hatch. Leon Camier enjoyed his 3rd podium of the season, coming 3rd in race two following a 5th place in the first race.

Crutchlow Wins At Brands Hatch

May 11 2008 9:46PM

Cal Crutchlow battled to a brave win in today’s Bennetts British Superbike races at Brands Hatch, less than a week after dislocating his right ankle.

First And Second For Haga In Monza

May 11 2008 9:42PM

Noriyuki Haga overcame some early weekend set-up issues to power his way to a superb race two win for his Yamaha Motor Italia WSB Team at their home track of Monza.

Neukirchner Takes Debut Victory

May 11 2008 9:40PM

Team Alstare Suzuki rider Max Neukirchner took a superb maiden victory at Monza and also went into the record books for being the first German to win a World Superbike Championship race.

Hard Races For Ducati At Monza

May 11 2008 6:09PM

As Troy Bayliss himself predicted yesterday, today's races consisted of hard fought battles. Despite a DNF in Race 2, a third place finish in Race 1 means that Troy and his Ducati 1098 F08 have nonetheless further increased the championship lead.

Mixed Fortunes For HANNspree Ten Kate Honda Superbike Team

May 11 2008 6:05PM

It was a day of mixed fortunes for the HANNspree Ten Kate Honda team. Double British Superbike Champion Ryuichi Kiyonari scored a superb fourth place finish in the first race, but went one better in the second leg by clinching his maiden podium of the season.

British Superbikes, Brands Hatch - Race Two Results

May 11 2008 5:19PM

British Superbike race two results from Brands Hatch.

World Superbikes, Monza - Race Two Results

May 11 2008 5:10PM

World Superbike race two results from Monza.

British Superbikes, Brands Hatch - Race One Results

May 11 2008 2:43PM

British Superbike race one results from Brands Hatch.

Successful Supersport Race For HANNspree Teams

May 11 2008 2:33PM

It had been a good day all-round for the HANNspree teams at the fifth round of the World Supersport Championship at Monza, Italy, with supported riders Joshua Brookes, Andrew Pitt and Robbin Harms finishing the 16-lap race in the top five positions.

World Superbikes, Monza - Race One Results

May 11 2008 12:33PM

World Superbike race one results from Monza.

SERT Extends Endurance Championship Lead

May 11 2008 8:39AM

Defending World Endurance Champions Suzuki Endurance Racing Team have extended their lead in the 2008 championship by taking victory at the 6 Horas Nocturnas de Albacete in Spain.

HANNspree Ten Kate Hondas In Top Ten At Monza Qualifying

May 10 2008 6:43PM

The HANNspree Ten Kate Honda Superbike riders finished their second day of qualifying for the IDS Italian Round of the Superbike World Championship at Monza.

Bayliss Takes Monza Pole Position

May 10 2008 6:40PM

Troy Bayliss was the only rider to lap in under 1m45 in this afternoon's Superpole, a result that rewarded the Australian rider with his third pole position of the season for tomorrow's races at the Monza Autodromo, one of his preferred tracks.

Ellison And Martin To Start From Third And Fourth Rows

May 10 2008 6:37PM

Hydrex Bike Animal Honda riders James Ellison and Guy Martin will start from rows three and four of the grid at the rescheduled first round of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship at Brands Hatch tomorrow.

Byrne Fastest In Brands Hatch Practice

May 10 2008 6:35PM

The Airwaves Ducati team returned to Brands Hatch today for the re-scheduled round one event. With temperatures reaching 27 degrees the Superbikes were out on track for two 30 minute practice sessions.

World Superbikes, Monza - Superpole Results

May 10 2008 12:51PM

World Superbike superpole results from Monza.

Sofuoglu Withdraws From Monza

May 9 2008 11:59PM

Sofuoglu has withdrawn from the Monza World Superbike round after his brother was killed racing in Turkey.

Neukirchner Takes Provisional Pole At Monza

May 9 2008 11:55PM

Team Alstare Suzuki rider Max Neukirchner was in sensational form today, posting the day’s fastest lap in this afternoon’s qualifying session at Monza.

Rizla Suzuki Looking For More Le Mans Success

May 9 2008 5:45PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP is on its way to Le Mans in France, looking to emulate the result achieved by Chris Vermeulen last season.

Karl Harris Withdraws From Brands Hatch

May 9 2008 5:43PM

Under the advice of series doctor, Toby Branfoot, Karl Harris has had to withdraw from the re-scheduled opening round at Brands Hatch GP circuit, 10/11 May.

World Superbikes, Monza - Qualifying 1 Times

May 9 2008 5:38PM

World Superbike qualifying session one times from Monza.

Competition: Win An OptiMate Battery Charger

May 8 2008 10:47PM

Win an OptiMate IIISP battery charger in this month's Motorbike Sport competition.

Ten Kate Honda's Monza Superbike Preview

May 8 2008 8:10PM

Following a week-long break in the 2008 calendar, the HANNspree Superbike World Championship riders return to Europe for the fifth round of the series.

Rizla Suzuki Looking For Strong Results At Brands Hatch

May 8 2008 6:50PM

Rizla Suzuki's Tom Sykes and Atsushi Watanabe are determined to secure strong results this coming weekend at the rescheduled first round of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship at the Brands Hatch GP circuit in Kent.

Airwaves Ducati Head Back To Brands Hatch

May 8 2008 6:43PM

After Shane Byrne’s winning double at Oulton Park Airwaves Ducati head back to Brands Hatch this weekend for the re-scheduled round 1 event which was cancelled due to heavy snowfall on April 6th.

Yamaha Monza Superbike Preview

May 7 2008 8:26PM

The World Superbike Championship moves to Monza for the fifth round of the series this Sunday. For the Yamaha Motor Italia WSB Team, Monza is their literal home base, with the Lesmo corners at the north of the track situated very close to the squad's race workshops in Gerno di Lesmo.

Rizla Suzuki Determined Ahead Of Brands Hatch

May 7 2008 5:24PM

Bruised Alstare Riders Ready For Monza

May 7 2008 12:12AM

Team Alstare Suzuki head to the fifth World Superbike Championship round at Monza this weekend battered and bruised but eager to attack the podium at the famous Italian circuit.

Lorenzo's Injuries Confirmed

May 6 2008 7:39PM

Having flown straight back to Spain on Sunday night following his stunning ride to fourth place in Shanghai last weekend, Fiat Yamaha Team rider Jorge Lorenzo visited the Dexeus Institue in Barcelona on Monday morning for further examination.

Oulton Supersport Podium For Lowry

May 6 2008 1:25PM

Ian Lowry jumped onto his first Supersport podium of the season at the Oulton Park British Superbike round with third place while team-mate Michael Laverty continued to score solidly in the Superbike class with seventh and fourth places.

Twelfth For Plater At Oulton Park

May 6 2008 12:42PM

AIM Yamaha Superbike racer Steve Plater powered the Yamaha R1 through to a strong 12th place finish to pick up four championship points for the team.

Top Fives At Oulton Park For Ben Wilson

May 6 2008 10:08AM

Ben Wilson was in fine form at Oulton Park when he rode to fifth place in the Metzeler National Superstock championship following up with a dazzling ride to third in the Henderson Yamaha R1 Cup on Monday.

Positive Results for NW200 Ducati

May 5 2008 8:50PM

It was another positive weekend for the NW200 Ducati team at Oulton Park this weekend. Michael Rutter on the North West 200 Ducati scored a fourth and seventh place respectively in the two Bennetts British Superbikes races on his Ducati F08.

Harris Battles At Oulton Despite Injury

May 5 2008 8:47PM

Karl Harris battled against the odds to qualify his Rob Mac Racing Yamaha R1 in an impressive 6th place despite riding with three broken bones in his right foot.

Sykes Shows Race Winning Pace

May 5 2008 8:46PM

Rizla Suzuki's Tom Sykes led both of today's third round races at the Bennetts British Superbike Championship at Oulton Park and declared his intentions for the rest of the season.

Podium Joy For Ellison At Oulton Park

May 5 2008 8:42PM

Hydrex Bike Animal Honda rider James Ellison recorded his and the team's best result with a superb second place at the Bennetts British Superbike Championship meeting held at Oulton Park today.

Oulton Park Double For Byrne

May 5 2008 8:40PM

The Airwaves Ducati team kicked up a gear and leave Oulton Park first and second in the championship after Shane Byrne recorded a double race win and Leon Camier achieved two 3rd positions in today’s races.

Toal Kick-Starts His Season At Oulton Park

May 5 2008 7:25PM

Reigning Virgin Media Cup Champion, BJ Toal put in a stirling performance to finish in 6th place at Round 3 of the Fuchs-Silkolene British Supersport Championship at Oulton Park today (5 May).

First And Second Row At Oulton For Airwaves Ducati

May 4 2008 6:41PM

Shane Byrne will start round 3 of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship from 2nd position following a strong performance in difficult qualifying conditions at Oulton Park today. Leon Camier will start from the second row in 7th position.

Third Row For James Ellison At Oulton Park

May 4 2008 6:39PM

Hydrex Bike Animal Honda rider James Ellison posted ninth fastest time in difficult damp conditions at Oulton Park, Cheshire today, and as a result will start tomorrow's two races in the Bennetts British Superbike Championship from row three of the grid.

Lorenzo Celebrates Birthday With Fourth Place

May 4 2008 2:48PM

Jorge Lorenzo, the Fiat Yamaha Team’s outstanding rookie, shook off the injuries he suffered in his crash on Friday to take a superb fourth place in China today on his 21st birthday.

Top Five In China For Stoner And Melandri

May 4 2008 2:45PM

The Grand Prix of China saw both Ducati Marlboro Team riders return to the top five as Casey Stoner clinched third place and Marco Melandri produced his best performance of the season with a battle to fifth.

Rossi Wins Chinese GP At Shanghai

May 4 2008 2:42PM

Fiat Yamaha Team rider Valentino Rossi took an impressive victory in Shanghai today, his second at the circuit having won the inaugural Chinese Grand Prix with Yamaha in 2005.

Tricky Condition In Shanghai For Kawasaki

May 4 2008 2:38PM

Kawasaki's John Hopkins and Anthony West were left frustrated today, after rear traction problems left them unable to fulfil their true potential in this afternoon's 22-lap Chinese Grand Prix.

Dovizioso Disappointed With Eleventh In China

May 4 2008 11:38AM

Dovizioso ran an excellent race at Shanghai, but was affected at the end with a loss of grip, which saw him slip down to 11th position at the flag.

Difficult Chinese GP For Rizla Suzuki

May 4 2008 11:34AM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP’s Loris Capirossi was deprived of at least a top five position at the Chinese Grand Prix in Shanghai today, through a mixture of bad luck and a small mistake.

MotoGP, Shanghai - Race Results

May 4 2008 10:04AM

MotoGP race results from Shanghai in China.

Airwaves Ducati Confident After Opening Day At Oulton Park

May 3 2008 8:22PM

The Airwaves Ducati team put in a good performance in the two practice sessions at Oulton Park today. Championship leader Shane Byrne was quickest in the first session and 3rd in this afternoons practice whilst Leon Camier achieved a 5th and 6th place.

Sykes Fourth Fastest In Oulton Park Practice

May 3 2008 8:21PM

Rizla Suzuki's Tom Sykes finished in fourth place today at Oulton Park during free practice for round three of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship, lapping the challenging Cheshire track in 1min 37.344secs.

Stoner On Front Row For Shanghai GP

May 3 2008 4:10PM

Casey Stoner and Marco Melandri played leading roles in qualifying practice for the Grand Prix of China this afternoon. The Australian returned his Ducati to the front row of the grid with the third fastest time whilst the Italian managed to find a good race pace and was as high as fourth place with race tyres before the push for grid positions on qualifying tyres.

Lorenzo Qualifies On Row Two Despite Injuries

May 3 2008 4:07PM

Fiat Yamaha Team rider Jorge Lorenzo battled through the pain barrier to put in an amazing qualifying performance for tomorrow’s Chinese Grand Prix, defying the odds after badly injuring himself in a crash yesterday and putting his Michelin-shod M1 on the second row.

Rossi Qualifies Second For Chinese GP

May 3 2008 4:04PM

Valentino Rossi put his Fiat Yamaha M1 onto the front row of the grid for the second time this season in Shanghai today, qualifying second for tomorrow’s Chinese Grand Prix.

Difficult Shanghai Qualifying Session For Kawasaki

May 3 2008 3:59PM

Tomorrow's Grand Prix of China will see Kawasaki Ninja ZX-RR riders, John Hopkins and Anthony West, starting from 14th and 18th positions, respectively, after a tough qualifying session this afternoon.

Rizla Suzuki Riders Qualify In Shanghai Top Eight

May 3 2008 3:56PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP racers Loris Capirossi and Chris Vermeulen secured their best grid positions of the season so far during qualifying for tomorrow’s Chinese Grand Prix at Shanghai.

Dovizioso Looking To Run Fast Race Pace

May 3 2008 3:54PM

Today’s high temperatures during the qualifying session for tomorrow’s Chinese Grand Prix affected grip on the tarmac of the Shanghai track affecting the starting position of JiR Team Scot’s Andrea Dovizioso.

Promising Start For Kawasaki At Shanghai Circuit

May 2 2008 1:19PM

The Grand Prix of China began today with the first two practice sessions of the weekend. In perfect warm, dry conditions, the premier class field headed out onto the 5.281km circuit at Shanghai with Kawasaki riders, John Hopkins and Anthony West.

Lorenzo Fractures Ankle In China Crash

May 2 2008 1:13PM

Fiat Yamaha Team rider Jorge Lorenzo has suffered a fractured left ankle and severe trauma and bruising to parts of the right ankle and foot after crashing in this morning’s first free practice session for the Chinese Grand Prix.

Rossi Fastest In Opening Day At Shanghai

May 2 2008 1:11PM

Valentino Rossi made a strong start to his Chinese challenge in Shanghai today, finishing on top of the combined standings as the only rider to dip under the 1’59 mark.

Solid First Day At Shanghai For Rizla Suzuki

May 2 2008 1:08PM

Rizla Suzuki MotoGP racers Loris Capirossi and Chris Vermeulen both made positive steps towards finding the best set-up during the first day of free practice today for this weekend’s Chinese Grand Prix in Shanghai.

Joe Dickinson Looking Forward To Oulton Park

May 1 2008 6:46PM

Truck Links Yamaha Supersport rider, Joe Dickinson is looking to kick-start his season at Oulton Park this Bank Holiday weekend, at round 3 of the 2008 Fuchs-Silkolene British Supersport Championship (3-5 May).

Karl Harris Fit For Oulton Park

May 1 2008 6:22PM

Karl Harris has made an excellent recovery from the horrific incident at Thruxton and is eager to start his contention for the 2008 British Superbike title as round 3 of the 2008 Bennetts British Superbike Championship reaches Oulton Park.

Airwaves Ducati Optimistic For Oulton Park

Apr 30 2008 6:23PM

Round 3 of the British Superbike championship takes place this bank holiday weekend at Oulton Park and Airwaves Ducati are feeling confident following a strong start to the season.

R1 Cup Gets Two Races At Donington Park

Apr 29 2008 7:36PM

Race fans are now set to receive a double helping of fast-paced Henderson Yamaha R1 Cup action at Donington Park over the May Bank Holiday (25-26 May).

Rizla Suzuki Looking Forward To Oulton Park

Apr 29 2008 1:06PM

The Rizla Suzuki team can't wait to get on track this Bank Holiday weekend at Oulton Park for round three of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship.

John Hopkins Set For 100th MotoGP Race

Apr 28 2008 8:16PM

This weekend, the Grand Prix of China will be a cause for celebration in the Kawasaki Racing Team. When he starts the race on Sunday, number 21 rider, John Hopkins, will be marking his 100th race in MotoGP.

JiR Team Scot Heads To China

Apr 28 2008 8:14PM

From Europe to China, JiR Team Scot heads to the fourth round of the 2008 championship, which will be held on the Shanghai circuit, which is characterised by being a technical circuit and a magnificent venue.

Gearlink Kawasaki Ready For Oulton Park

Apr 28 2008 7:43PM

The Gearlink Kawasaki British Supersport team head to Oulton Park in Cheshire to contest the second round of the Fuchs-Silkolene backed series on Bank Holiday Monday (May 5).

Fiat Yamaha Confident For China

Apr 28 2008 12:27PM

The Fiat Yamaha Team heads for the Orient in fine spirits after a sensational start to the season, which has wielded five podiums and leadership of both the teams’ and riders’ standings.

Plater Returns To British Superbikes For Oulton Park

Apr 28 2008 11:11AM

Woodhall spa race ace Steve Plater heads to Oulton Park for round two of the Bennetts British Superbike championship which takes place over the Bank Holiday weekend at the Cheshire circuit.

Wilson To Contest R1 Cup And Superstock Races At Oulton

Apr 28 2008 11:09AM

After recently securing the use of a Yamaha R1, Ben Wilson will contest both the Henderson R1 Cup and the Metzeler National Superstock championship at Oulton Park over the Bank Holiday weekend.

Philippaerts Takes MX1 Series Lead

Apr 28 2008 12:13AM

A sun-blessed and roasting Grand Prix of Portugal at the stunning Agueda circuit was the perfect remedy for the FIM Motocross World Championship after the sea of rain and mud that washed out the Spanish visit last weekend.

Assen Points Haul For Tamada

Apr 27 2008 10:58PM

PSG-1 Kawasaki Corse rider Makoto Tamada moved up to 15th in the championship standings today after two strong points scoring rides. Tamada finished race one in a strong eighth place and followed that up with ninth in the second 22-lap contest, passing riders off the start each time.

Assen Top Ten For Lavilla

Apr 27 2008 10:56PM

Paul Bird Motorsport rider Gregorio Lavilla moved inside the top ten of the World Superbike Championship following a pair of great results in rounds seven and eight held at Assen in Holland today.

Haga Takes Second Place At Assen

Apr 27 2008 7:06PM

Noriyuki Haga secured a second place for his Yamaha Motor Italia WSB Team after another unsettled race day for the Japanese star, with a crash in race one preventing him from a potential double points score at one his favourite tracks.

Double Win At Assen For Bayliss

Apr 27 2008 6:14PM

Troy Bayliss celebrated victory once more as he climbed on to the top step of the podium in both of today's races at Assen. Troy and his Ducati 1098 F08 dominated both races, although the Australian rider faced something of a battle against Yamaha rider Haga in the second outing this afternoon.

Assen Podium For Neukirchner

Apr 27 2008 5:59PM

Team Alstare Suzuki rider Max Neukirchner took a superb third place in the first race in Assen today. The young German was a contender throughout the 22-lapper and finished strongly in third behind series leader Bayliss and Checa.

Checa Takes Double Podium At Assen

Apr 27 2008 4:39PM

Carlos Checa took a pair of podiums today on his first Superbike visit to the Dutch circuit of Assen.

Assen Supersport 1-2 For Ten Kate Honda

Apr 27 2008 3:42PM

The fourth round of the World Supersport Championship at Assen proved successful all round for the HANNspree Ten Kate Honda team.