New models will launch in Europe this year
ARIV is the name of a new GM eBike brand, and today it reveals two models, the Meld and Merge.
Source: MotorCyclistOnline.com
ARIV, New eBike Company Of GM, Introduces Meld And Merge Models
MotoAmerica Announces Live+ Streaming For 2019
Pay for any number of packages, and get MotoAmerica streamed to you live – anywhere in the world.
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MotoAmerica has announced the final piece of its most comprehensive television and digital programming package to date – six to eight hours of daily live coverage of all five classes during the 2019 MotoAmerica Series via a paywall package that opens the series to anyone with a computer and/or smart TV/phone and internet access worldwide. MotoAmerica will be partnering with ViewLift, a leading digital distribution and monetization platform, to power its digital and live-streaming experiences on web and mobile devices.
The MotoAmerica Live+ package will feature live coverage each day, including practice, qualifying and racing from every class, plus interviews, special features, etc., from all 10 rounds in the 2019 MotoAmerica Series.
Subscriptions for MotoAmerica Live+ will be available soon for a pre-sale price of $49.95. After the initial pre-sale period, a season pass will be available for $69.95. A six-month subscription (April through September) will also be available for $13.25 a month and single-event (weekend) packages will be available for $9.95. More details will follow in the coming weeks.
“We’ve been hearing from our fans for a while now that they want a subscription-based service where they can watch our races on their computers or other devices. And now they can,” said MotoAmerica President Wayne Rainey. “This will allow our fans all over the world to watch all of our action live. This is going to make a lot of people happy and we’re pleased to be able to offer a service like this to our fans. It’s a real game-changer for MotoAmerica, its sponsors, teams, riders and fans.”
“We are happy to support MotoAmerica in their growth objectives by providing them the platforms, tools, and analytics to grow their audience and optimize their strategies,” says Manik Bambha, ViewLift’s President.
Former MotoGP analyst Dylan Gray will host the action and features on Live+.
“I am very excited to be joining the MotoAmerica Series for what looks to be a great season both on and off the track,” said Gray. “Brilliant racing coupled with big personalities make this one of the best racing series in the world, and I cannot wait to get to know the paddock and work alongside a few familiar faces from the past. I look forward to being part of an exciting new TV and digital package that will hopefully make fans feel 100 percent immersed in the action and encourage them to watch the stars of today and tomorrow… and, of course, go riding themselves.”
About MotoAmerica
MotoAmerica is the North American road racing series created in 2014 that is home to the AMA Superbike Championship. MotoAmerica is an affiliate of KRAVE Group LLC, a partnership that includes three-time 500cc World Champion, two-time AMA Superbike Champion, and AMA Hall of Famer Wayne Rainey, ex-racer and former manager of Team Roberts Chuck Aksland, motorsports marketing executive Terry Karges, and businessman Richard Varner. For more information on MotoAmerica, visit www.MotoAmerica.com. Also make sure to follow MotoAmerica on Twitter, Facebook and Insta
About ViewLift
ViewLift is a full-service digital content distribution platform empowering media companies, sports leagues and teams, education providers and others to monetize their content through native branded apps on major OTT devices including web, mobile, TV connected devices, Smart TVs and gaming consoles. ViewLift’s founding team brings years of domain experience as an operator (not just a technology provider) and strong industry relationships to offer a complete end-to-end solution for creating, launching and monetizing video applications across all major device platforms. ViewLift operates across the digital ecosystem, understanding each device’s unique requirements and best practices. ViewLift offers clients a range of monetization models on a proprietary platform with advanced analytics, tracking performance in real-time. ViewLift is backed by leading VC firms, including New Enterprise Associates, Comcast Ventures, and Clark Enterprises, as well as tech and media pioneers Ted Leonsis, Steve and Jean Case, Terry Semel, Robert McCormack and others. ViewLift clients include: Monumental Sports Network; The Great Courses; My Outdoor TV; Nexstar; DraftKings; Lax Sports Network; Arena Football League; SnagFilms; and others.
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Aprilia to Compete at Pikes Peak with Rennie Scaysbrook
We wish our friend Rennie Scaysbrook and Aprilia all the best for the 2019 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb.
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APRILIA USA EAGER TO TOP PIKES PEAK INTERNATIONAL HILL CLIMB
RENNIE SCAYSBROOK ABOARD APRILIA TUONO FACTORY TO RUN IN 2019
NEW YORK, NY – FEBRUARY 15, 2019 — Maintaining the sharp-edge of the brand ethos, Aprilia is campaigning an effort for the 2019 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. No stranger to the mountain, Aprilia now looks to challenge the Heavyweight motorcycle class with the Tuono V4 1100, with Australian racer and Cycle News Road Test Editor Rennie Scaysbrook as the rider.
The Tuono, a naked bike continuously celebrated as a category best motorcycle, combines performance derived from the race-specification RSV4, and offers a complete package to tackle the 156 corners of Pikes Peak. On June 30th, Aprilia will Race to the Clouds in a single timed attempt. The 4,720 foot climb up the mountain, arriving at an elevation of 14,115 feet, where the conditions of machine, rider, and terrain can change or be tested on any given day, hour, or turn remains one of the most celebrated events in motorcycling, and the only of its kind in the United States.
“Aprilia has a history in racing, which continues to drive the brand. We believe it is time to show the capability of our celebrated race engineering in the Heavyweight class with the Tuono Factory,” says Mario Di Maria, President and CEO of Piaggio Group Americas, “Aprilia’s aim is it to reach the top, and hold another category best, powered by the market’s best-selling Aprilia model. With Rennie Scaysbrook on the bike, we know we have a potent combination.”
Since making his debut at the Mountain in 2016, Scaysbrook has achieved a podium position in each year in the Heavyweight category and is one of only five riders in the history the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb to go under the magic 10-minute barrier.
“I am absolutely ecstatic to take on the PPIHC challenge with Aprilia,” said Scaysbrook. “I know the Tuono 1100 Factory is a jewel of a motorcycle and should prove a serious contender for the Heavyweight honors. I’ll be putting absolutely everything into this—I can’t wait to get started.”
Aprilia has always set the bar in terms of sportiness and performance, the best example of just what can be accomplished drawing from the valuable experience of a winning Racing Department like Aprilia’s which, in its brief history, has earned 54 world titles, seven of which in the World SBK championship. For 2019, Aprilia USA looks to build on its several victories on the mountain, as well as current Lightweight Motorcycle Class Record, piloted by legendary PPIHC contender Davey Durelle.
Skills honed on the track and transferred to the factory product to provide everyone with the same excitement that the motorbikes prepared by Aprilia Racing do. The latest iteration of the highly popular Aprilia V4 motor platform, held in the Tuono Factory model, presents the most capable motorcycle for the mountain. Derived from the RSV4 race engine, which includes rider/manufacturer championships in WorldSBK, development at the highest form in MotoGP, and speed records at the Bolivian salt flats, Aprilia looks to further its race application through the V4 family.
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Canal+: a new era of MotoGP™ coverage begins in France
Thomas Sénécal, Chief Motorsports Editor at Canal +, focused on the coverage and how the broadcaster will bring their experience to MotoGP™. “We have been working on our MotoGP™ crew for several months now, both for the 2019 season and the years to come. Coverage will be centered on the circuits – in other words, everything will happen within the paddock. As soon as the broadcast begins, from Friday morning to Sunday evening our desire is to be at the heart of the event! The MotoGP ™ team will wear the signature of Canal + and we are surrounded by motorcycle racing experts to bring the best to our subscribers. They want the best and sharpest people who know exactly what they’re talking about! This passion is the common ground between those who broadcast MotoGP ™ on Canal + and those who watch it. And then there is also the collective. We want to experience the sport as a team at staff level first, but we also especially want to share it with the public. There will be a Canal + stand at the Grand Prix de France, because we really want to get closer to the fans. I know you’re very excited to discover our device, but first of all we’ll talk about programs, which are at the heart of our inspiration at Canal +. MotoGP ™ starts live on Friday morning, and focusing on Sunday we will have a half hour show before the Grand Prix, with the grid, interviews, reports and analysis followed by the 45 minute race show.”
Source: MotoGP.com – Read Full Article Here
Dani Pedrosa como nunca lo habías escuchado
Lo imposible, posible, 🙂
Red Bull El Silencio del Samurái
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Primera parte de nuestra entrevista exclusiva a Dani Pedrosa, sobre su carrera y otras muchas cosas.
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AGV SportModular Helmet | Gear Review
AGV’s SportModular Helmet combines the convenience of a flip-up helmet and the lightness, strength and style of a 100-percent carbon-fiber shell. Weighing just 3 pounds, 3.5 ounces for size medium, the DOT- and ECE-approved SportModular offers the same compact dimensions and impact absorption as AGV’s top-of-the-line MotoGP racing helmet, the Pista GP R.
The carbon fiber weave covers the entire shell including the chinbar, and the shell includes multiple vents, an adjustable rear spoiler and a lip on the rear bottom edge that directs rain away from the neck. Pulling down on a large tab inside the chinbar releases the metal locking mechanisms and allows the chinbar to be raised, and when lowered it locks closed with minimal effort. Inside the shell is a multi-density, energy-absorbing EPS liner and a removable, washable, moisture-wicking, antibacterial comfort liner with a unique reversible crown pad (one side breathes better during warm weather and the other side insulates better during cool weather). The SportModular has a snug, just-right fit, is comfortable during long rides and minimizes wind noise thanks to its aerodynamic shape and thick neck roll.
As a fully featured touring helmet, the SportModular has a drop-down sun shield, a Pinlock-equipped, scratch-resistant, locking face shield, channels in the comfort liner that accommodate eyeglasses and recessed ear pockets that accommodate speakers, making it easy to install my Sena Bluetooth headset. Face shield removal requires no tools, and the breath guard and chin curtain are also removable. To save weight, the chin strap’s D-ring is made of titanium instead of steel.
With exceptional levels of comfort, convenience, lightness, crash protection, quality and style, AGV’s SportModular helmet is one of the best modular helmets I’ve tested. A helmet such as this makes it easy to ride longer with less fatigue, no discomfort and fewer distractions. From the center button that releases the face shield lock to the sliding lever that deploys the drop-down sun shield, everything works as it should. If this helmet has a shortcoming, it’s rather small intake vents–one on the chinbar and one on the crown–that limit airflow through the helmet, though it hasn’t been an issue for me (this test was done in cooler fall months).
Available in sizes XS-3XL spread over three shell sizes, the AGV SportModular helmet comes in multiple finishes and colors for $749.99-$799.95.
For more information, see your dealer or visit agv.com.
Source: RiderMagazine.com
Penrite Pirelli CRF Honda Racing cements 2019 rider line-up
Webster and Budd to make up official two-rider squad.
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Penrite Pirelli CRF Honda Racing has cemented its line-up for 2019, confirming Kyle Webster and Rhys Budd will spearhead its efforts this season while also backing support rider Nick Luksich.
Webster, who revealed his plans with the squad to MotoOnline.com.au last November, is set to embark on a pre-season campaign in the New Zealand MX Nationals in hopes of strengthening his assault in the Pirelli MX Nationals.
“I’ll be racing selected major New Zealand events over the next couple of weeks, which will really help me to prepare and be as ready as possible for the start to the Australian season,” Webster commented.
“2019 is set to be a big year – it will be my fourth season with the Penrite Pirelli CRF Honda Racing team, and having Craig [Bolton] on board as my team mechanic will give me added support to chase race wins and championship victories. I want to be as consistent as possible and be there at every race, every weekend, chasing wins all season long.”
Budd, a member of the outfit for his rookie MXD season in 2018, will remain in the development category, firmly setting his sights on being a podium regular this year.
“It’s early days yet, but from the very outset the connection with the Penrite Pirelli CRF Honda Racing team has been really positive and I’m looking forward to the season starting with the MX Nationals at Appin in March,” Budd explained.
“2019 will be my final year racing in the MXD class, so I want it to be a special one. My goal is always to win and be in the front pack and consistently make the podium, so that’s what I’m aiming for this year.”
Outgoing rider Jackson Richardson revealed last month that he would provisionally step away from racing after being unable to lock down a seat for this year. The opening round of the MX Nationals is scheduled for 17 March at Appin in New South Wales.
Source: MotoOnline.com.au
MotoCAP rates textile pants low on safety
The world’s first motorcycle clothing safety ratings program, MotoCAP, has given only half a star to two stars to eight more pairs of textile pants.
MotoCAP launched in September 2018 with ratings for 10 leather jackets and 10 pairs of rider jeans.
In November they added ratings for 10 textile jackets which rated lower than the leather jackets on safety and leggings in January which only rated half a star for safety out of five.
MotoCAP has set a target of testing 10% of available jackets, pants and gloves in its first year of operation.
Textile pants
This latest batch of eight textile pants includes BMW Rider ($570) and Triumph Malvern Jeans ($812) which rated two out of five stars for safety but three for comfort.
DriRider Vortex Adventure 2 ($330), Neo Mugello ($199) and Rev’It Factor 3 ($350) only rated one star each for safety and comfort.
However, only half a star for safety and comfort was earned by DriRider Nordic 2 ($250) and RJays Voyager V, while Spidi X-Tour ($350) scored half a star for safety and one star for comfort.
Since all pants were advertised as water resistant, they were tested for water resistance.
MotoCAP reports a wide range of water resistance performance from one point out of 10 to the RJays Voyager V scoring 10 out of 10.
Voluntary system
The five-star ratings system is a voluntary system that manufacturers can display on their gear as information for riders.
When MotoCAP was launched, the motorcycle clothing industry was not invited to pay for testing to guarantee independence.
However MotoCAP has invited companies to submit products for ratings.
So far, all rated clothing has been bought off the shelf using a random sampling process.
The ratings were not commissioned by the companies and the motorcycle gear was not supplied by the companies.
MotoCAP is a not-for-profit organisation in partnership with the following: from NSW – Transport for NSW, SIRA and the NRMA; from Victoria – VicRoads, TAC and RACV; from South Australia – DPTI, MAC and RAA; from Queensland – TMR and RACQ; from Western Australia – the Western Australian Road Safety Commission; plus the Australian Motorcycle Council and the New Zealand Accident Compensation Corporation.
A Transport for NSW spokesperson says MotoCAP is designed to “reduce road trauma and injury severity for motorcyclists” by informing riders of their choices.
“It is hoped this will be achieved by raising consumer awareness of, and demand for, better protective clothing, and manufacturers and suppliers will respond to that demand,” he said.
“The MotoCAP rating system will be continually monitored and feedback will be considered to identify any improvements that can be made.”
Source: MotorbikeWriter.com
Riding return prompts modest round one target for Crawford
Serco Yamaha contender recovers from lengthy leg injury.
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A return to riding this week following months on the sidelines with a leg injury as prompted MX2 title contender Nathan Crawford to set a modest target at round one of the Pirelli MX Nationals, scheduled for 17 March at Appin in New South Wales.
The Serco Yamaha talent split the top of his tibia at Coolum’s Australian supercross round in October last year while filling in for Dean Ferris at CDR Yamaha Monster Energy, which also marked his racing return after a shoulder injury sidelined him from Wonthaggi’s MX Nationals in May.
Cleared to ride three weeks ahead of schedule, the popular Queenslander is aiming to get through Appin’s opener healthy, admitting a top 10 result would be an adequate way of commencing his pursuit for the crown.
“I’m taking it pretty slow because I obviously had a bit of time off,” Crawford explained to MotoOnline.com.au. “I can only do a certain amount of days at a time, but I mean I’m stoked to be back on the bike. The leg feels exactly how I expected it to feel – it’s not bad and it’s not hurting, but it obviously doesn’t feel as strong as my other leg.
“I’m pretty happy with where I’m at considering I’m on the bike three weeks earlier than we planned. Honestly, the goal is to get to the finish line – I have personal goals, and realistic ones, but I think for round one I just need to put them aside and not let my ego take over.
“I know I’m more than good enough to finish inside the top 10, and a good day for me at round one would be inside the top five. We’ll just see how it plays out.”
Crawford will pilot the all-new 2019 Yamaha YZ250F this season alongside newcomer Aaron Tanti, and just after two days on the Serco-prepared machine, he’s already achieved promising feedback.
“The bike is good – all the Yamaha 250 teams are at a spot this year where we’re trying to develop the bike,” he continued. “Because it’s all-new, it’s going to take time make gains, but I think we’re getting there and bike is great from standard – it’s just fine tuning and I think we’re at a good spot with the bike.”
Source: MotoOnline.com.au