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MotoGP Rider Pedro Acosta Tries Off-Road Side-by-Sides Against F1's Oscar Piastri

MotoGP rider Pedro Acosta and F1 driver Oscar Piastri swapped their usual machines for off-road Segway side-by-sides, a head-to-head on unfamiliar ground.

MotoGP

Phillip Island stays open for racing after MotoGP and WorldSBK exit

Phillip Island will lose MotoGP and World Superbike, but the Victorian circuit is set to host Supercars from 2027, according to Motorsport.com.

New Bikes

BMW Unveils the F 450 RR as It Bets on the 450cc Class

BMW Motorrad has revealed the F 450 RR, extending its push into the 450cc segment, and RideApart asks whether that size hits the right balance.

New Bikes

BMW Motorrad unveils the 2027 F 450 RR with lightweight RR character

BMW Motorrad USA has announced the 2027 F 450 RR, a lightweight machine that carries the RR performance name into a more approachable package.

Racing

Bulega Tops Friday Practice at Jerez in WorldSBK Action

Nicolò Bulega led the second free practice session for the WorldSBK round at Jerez, according to Roadracing World's report from Friday afternoon.

Racing

Ferrari Sets the Pace in Friday Morning Practice at Jerez

Matteo Ferrari topped the opening WorldSSP free practice session at Jerez, riding a WRP Racing Ducati Panigale V2, according to Roadracing World.

MotoGP

Arenas Takes WorldSSP Superpole at Jerez

Albert Arenas set the fastest time in Friday's WorldSSP Superpole session at Jerez, according to Roadracing World, ahead of the Spanish round.

Racing

Kyle Ryde Tops Opening Day at Brands Hatch as Title Defense Nears Finish

Defending champion Kyle Ryde topped the British Superbike opening day at Brands Hatch as the series heads into its season finale this weekend.

Culture

Freddie Spencer Coaches Bill Burr on Faster Riding

RideApart reports that three-time world champion Freddie Spencer is teaching comedian Bill Burr to ride faster on a Yamaha MT-09 SP.

MotoGP

Gresini Expects Little Change in Factory-Satellite Gap for MotoGP 850cc Era

Gresini says the factory and satellite pecking order should stay roughly the same when MotoGP moves to 850cc engines in 2027.

MotoGP

Marquez Faces a Juggling Act as Aprilia Surges in MotoGP

Alex Marquez says his brother Marc will need to juggle a tougher title fight after Aprilia's strong showing in Indonesia.

Racing

Longtime AHRMA Starter Ed Bargy Retires After Final Flag at Barber

AHRMA's longtime National Starter Ed Bargy has retired, closing out his career with the green flag at Barber Motorsports Park.

Racing

Shannons Takes Naming Rights to Australia's Superbike Championship

Insurance specialist Shannons becomes the new title sponsor of the Australian Superbike Championship, according to Roadracing World.

New Bikes

Kawasaki Details All-New Versys 900 for the Middleweight Touring Class

Kawasaki has detailed its new Versys 900, a middleweight adventure-touring bike that RideApart says is built to compete with the segment's best.

Racing

Superbike School Adds Final Two-Day Camps at Las Vegas Motor Speedway

Superbike School has three two-day camps left at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, offering riders one more chance to train on track before the season ends.

Industry

Crash Protection Maker R&G Widens Its Reach Across the United States

According to Roadracing World, crash protection specialist R&G has partnered with Twisted Throttle to grow its presence in the United States.

Racing

British Superbike 2027 Calendar Opens a New Era

The 2027 British Superbike Championship calendar has been announced, marking the start of a new era for the series.

Racing

Morbidelli Lands Ducati Factory WSBK Seat After Tough MotoGP Season

Franco Morbidelli is leaving MotoGP for Ducati's factory World Superbike team, a move that keeps him inside the brand after a difficult stretch.

Gear

Building a Men's Motorcycle Kit You'll Actually Wear Every Ride

A single source covers how riders assemble gear piece by piece, and how the labels sewn into jackets, gloves and boots can guide a fit and protection plan.

Culture

Flat Track Racing's Dusty Roots: Why Dirt Ovals Still Matter

webBikeWorld traces the history of American flat track racing, from brakeless early machines on dirt ovals to the sport's lasting place in motorcycle culture.

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