Hill’s Be Wiser Kawasaki Goes Bumblebee-Inspired For 2015

Be Wiser Tommy Colina Kawasaki team presented their new colors for the MCE British Superbike Championship 2015, running his ZX-10RS in a scheme of unknown color for the green machine.

Chris Walker and Danny Buchan will line up on the bikes, created by the new manager Hill and team owner Alan Greig. Hill, a talented graphic designer distance motorcycle racing is also responsible for the design and the management side of things.

Commenting after his presentation on stage at Motorcycle Live, owner Greig said: "This is a new chapter in my career race team, it was intimidating but very exciting our title sponsors Be Wiser Insurance approached me again in November 2013 and asked if I wanted to be. Interested in intensifying the next level, having run a Superstock team for the last five years. "

"Not every day this kind of offer that comes your way, so I just had to take on this challenge. Around about the same time I learned that Tommy Hill was eager to start a new team so it makes sense that I contacted with Tommy to see if there was any common ground in joining forces. Tommy had more or less the same ideas as me, especially if we cannot get it right, we will not do it at all. "

"It was a long way since those early debates but here we are now with the wisest be Kawasaki Superbike. Plus Dickies as a sponsor partner and many more exciting new sponsors as well as some sponsors long-term Tommy Hill confirmed for next year. It has been a year of preparation, but we hope to have a great impact on the MCE British Superbike Championship in 2015 and beyond. "

2015 MA National Competition Calendar

Motorcycling Australia has released its 2015 calendar of competitions Australia.
 
Dates and locations across all disciplines of motorcycle sport



Notable dates in the calendar include three world championship events - world superbike, MotoGP and speedway world - and the whole series of national championships.


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BMW Motorrad UK Responds To Reports Of TAS Racing Switch

BMW Motorrad UK refuses to deny reports of the Northern Ireland team MCE British official TAS Racing Superbike and International Road Racing will become your team in 2015

BMW Motorrad UK has responded to claims that the Northern Ireland team Tyco Suzuki British Superbike squad and official international road races from the German manufacturer will become 2015.



A statement issued Crash.Net not shed much light on reports that TAS Racing team will be divided Philip Neill Suzuki to join BMW, but also did not deny a change in their official endorsement of Stuart Hicken Buildbase team Hawk Racing was on the cards.

Isle of Man TT star Michael Dunlop has confirmed that its partnership with BMW will not continue next year, with the 25-year-old revealed they will move to another manufacturer.

It is expected that the current road team Guy Martin and William Dunlop TAS Racing to remain unchanged.

Tommy Bridewell is a name associated with a BSB ride for Team Ulster, John Hopkins on his departure after a disappointing season in the series. British Supersport rider Taylor Mackenzie has left the team, adding fuel to the prospect of a return to BMW, as the brand currently produces 600cc Supersport machine.

BMW's statement said: "In 2014, BMW Motorrad UK enjoyed its most successful motorcycle racing season ever BMW / Hawk Racing Team won twice at the North West 200 with Michael Dunlop, who later became greater. Glory to take the titles Superbike Superstock and Senior TT in the Isle of Man.

"Ryuichi Kiyonari finished second in the MCE British Superbike Championship after celebrating the victory maiden Superbike BMW S1000RR and finishing the season having a total of seven wins.

"BMW supported teams in National Championship 1000 Pirelli Superstock, making Lee Jackson wins from Buildbase BMW and Hudson Kennaugh of Linxcel Trik Moto Racing.

"BMW Motorrad UK will expand its racing program in the UK and Ireland for 2015. This program will include a racing activity concentrated effort to win the British Superbike Championship while also providing a strong defense of the wins international road race of 2014.

"BMW Motorrad UK will also continue to support a number of teams and drivers using our products through the International Customer Racing program, providing technical support and product teams and drivers representing BMW in appropriately.

"Due to contractual restrictions we are not able to make a full ad team at the moment, but the details of our plans for next season will be communicated in the near future."

Valentino Rossi Wins 2014 Australian Grand Prix as Marc Marquez Crashes His Bike

Valentino Rossi wins the dramatic the 2014 Australian Grand Prix on Sunday, October 19th in Philip Island to register his 108 victory in motorcycle racing and 82nd in premier class. This must have been a memorable victory for Rossi as the race in Philip Island was his 250th appearance in MotoGP racing. Also, it was the first time after the 2008 race in Le Mans that fans get to see an all Yamaha rostrum, as Rossi’s teammate Jorge Lorenzo finished second. Whereas, Bradley Smith of Monster Yamaha Tech3 crossed the finish line in third place and reached the podium for the first time during this season.

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Both Valentino and Jorge were lucky to secure first and second position in the race. Given that Rossi made his fortune after the double MotoGP title winner Marc Marquez lost his front and crashed out of the competition. Whereas, Jorge was led by British rider Cal Crutchlow at one stage during the race it looked as if he would be able to secure the second position. However, alike Marc, Crutchlow too failed to maintain his advantage and slide off the track in the final stages of the competition.

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Marquez and Cal were not the only two riders, who failed to finish the race, as seven other riders either crashed or failed to cross the finish line. Most of these riders were frontrunners, but it favoured Smith greatly as he managed to reach the rostrum. Ducati Team’s Andrea Dovizioso was the fourth best rider in the race, whereas Avintia Racing’s Hector Barbera was the fifth racer to cross the finish line. This was Barbera’s best performance in the premier class racing so far.

GO&FUN Honda Gresini’s Alvaro Bautista also showed his performance of the season in the race, as he crossed the chequered flag in sixth place. Bautista’s partner Scott Redding was not too far from him, as he finished seventh. Drive M7 Aspar’s Hiroshi Aoyama, NGM Forward Racing’s Alex de Angelis and Drive M7 Aspar’s star rider Nicky Hayden also managed to finish the Philip Islan race inside the top ten.

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The Australian Grand Prix was an opportunity for Marquez to equal Mick Doohan’s 1997 record winning the most races in a single season of premier class. Especially, after he secured the title back in Japan at last weekend. Unfortunately, the Repsol Honda rider could not maintain the advantage after he outstripped Lorenzo and then Rossi to take the lead.

British racer Crutchlow also looked in belligerent mood on Sunday, as he outshined Japanese Grand Prix winner Lorenzo during the race and got hold of the second place. But he also lost the front of his Ducati when five laps were left in the race. However, it was Cardion AB Motoracing’s Karel Abraham, who was the first faller of the day. Then, it was Pramac Racing’s Andrea Iannone who went down, but he did not fell alone. Iannone took Dani Pedrosa with him, when the front of his bike came into contact with Repsol Honda rider’s bike.

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LCR Honda MotoGP’s Stefan Bradl also had a similar experience as his bike brushed against the rear of Aleix Espargaro’s machine. Paul Bird Motorsport’s Broc Parks also failed to finish the race as he never returned from the pits. Monster Yamaha Tech 3’s Pol Espargaro was not as lucky as its other rider was, as he too lost his front while chasing Lorenzo.

Jorge Lorenzo Sets the Best Time in Friday’s Practice at Phillip Island Despite Crash

The MotoGP FP session at Phillip Island, Australia on Friday, October 17th belonged to Movistar Yamaha MotoGP’s Jorge Lorenzo, who set the best time despite crashing in the afternoon session. The newly World Champion Marc Marquez and Pramac Racing’s Andrea Iannone were the other two riders, who set the best pace in a chaotic day after Lorenzo. Given that Iannone too suffered a crash during the Free Practice 2. The Misano race winner Valentino Rossi was not able to show his true skills in this session, as he set the fifth best time during the practice.

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In contrast, Andrea Dovizioso of Ducati showed better performance and set the fourth best time during the day. Aleix Espargaro of NGM Forward Racing also managed to end the session well by finishing inside the top six. The top ten was rounded by Ducati Team’s Cal Crutchlow, Monster Yamaha Tech3’s Pol Espargaro, Energy T.I. Pramac Racing’s Yonny Hernandez and Repsol Honda’s Dani Pedrosa.

It seems that by setting the fastest time in Australia, Lorenzo has validated his teammate’s doubt. Rossi, who is tied on the points table with Pedorsa for the runner-up position, had said a few days ago that it’s Jorge who is the real threat for him. The Doctor said so because Lorenzo has won the last two Grand Prix and now he is just three points behind Rossi and Dani in the overall standings.

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Valentino said in Japan that the second place contest is between him, Lorenzo and Pedrosa and he is anxious because his teammate is quite fast. He also said that though he love the circuits in Philip Island and Sepang, but competing in back to back three races is very difficult. In such case, a good start is very crucial, said the Yamaha rider.

So if Lorenzo carries on with the same momentum in Sunday’s race at Philip Island, it is quite likely that he may notch the runner-up position from Dani and Rossi. The two riders will already be feeling the heat as they did not do too well in Friday’s practice session. Still one cannot completely rule Dani and Rossi out of the contest. The two premier class racers had managed to end up on the podium in spite of not doing so well in the practice sessions.

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Besides Rossi and Dani, the double premier class world champion Marquez can also give a tough fight to Lorenzo, Rossi and Dani. In spite of the fact that he has already seized the title and now he is looking to have more fun. So keep your fingers crossed and wait for another exciting round of the 2014 MotoGP season. For now visit J&S Accessories’ online store and spoil yourself with the vast variety of deals offered on motorcycle clothing, helmets, protective armour, accessories and lot more.

Star MotoGP Riders Arrives in Australia to Battle in Philip Island Race

Top MotoGP riders Marc Marquez, Bradley Smith, Jorge Lorenzo and Andrea Dovizioso have arrived in Australia and they are looking forward to take part in the Australian Grand Prix. Addressing the media in a pre-race press meeting on Thursday, October 16 the four riders shared their views regarding the next round.

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First to go was the newly crowned MotoGP World Champion Marquez, who said that he is feeling great, as there is less pressure and restrictions on him now. The two-time MotoGP World Champion also said that though the title has been secured and one gets tired after doing everything, but yes you still can enjoy a lot after becoming a champion and his confidence is quite high.

Adding to it, Marc said that he celebrated with his team on last Sunday night, first he had a dinner with the Japanese staff then with his team only. Talking about the track in Australia, Marquez said that Philip Island is an exceptional place and the circuit in it is one of the best venues he has ever come across. And he loves to ride in this circuit, said Marquez.

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The Japanese Grand Prix winner and Movistar Yamaha MotoGP rider Jorge Lorenzo was also excited about the venue, as he said that there is always pressure on him when he comes to this place. He said that it’s not just Philip Island where he feels the pressure, it happens when he arrives in this wonderful country. Lorenzo also said that he loves Melbourne, Sydney and outskirts of Phillip Island and it is his favourite place where they have come to.

Talking about his current form, Jorge commented that all they need to do is to put all the pieces of puzzles together. According to him that now they are strong and competitive than ever before. The Yamaha rider admitted on this occasion that’s it’s not easy to win races one after the other, as there are four great riders who are in good shape. But their level is quite high, said Lorenzo.

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Andrea Dovizioso of Ducati Team, who achieved his first pole position at Motegi in this season, said that he is very happy because of the pole position as it was very special. He said that the weekend in Japan was good, as they were swift in every practice. Andrea also said that they are getting closer and closer with every round, as they were with the front group in the early stages of the race in Motegi. 

Explaining further, Dovizioso said that they need to concentrate on positive things as last year they were quite behind, but this year they are not too far away from the podium. The Ducati rider said that he is quite excited about next year’s project. He revealed that they had tested at Philip Island during last year in winters and the difference between his lap time and fastest rider time very minor.

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British rider Smith, who finished ninth in the last race, said at the conference that they achieved a respectable position in Motegi, as among satellite bikes they were at third position. Bradley said that overall he is happy with last weekend’s result.

Shedding light on his second season in the premier class racing, Smith said that though their position in the championship does not look good but at times charts does not tell you the entire truth. He said that their performance was better than last year, but some of the riders in the class have taken the championship to another level this year and they need to keep up with them. He also said that though he is happy with M1, but still there are few techniques which he will continue to absorb.

Remembering Mike Hailwood, an All-Time Great Motorcycle Racer

Stanley Michael Bailey Hailwood also known as Mike Hailwood and Mike “The Bike” was a prominent British Grand Prix motorbike racer of 1950s and 60s. He had made some remarkable achievements in his motorcycle racing career which have put his name in the record books forever. Mike “The Bike” is one of the all-time best racers in the world and he achieved this status because of his natural ability to ride the bikes. Hailwood is also one of the very few people, who had competed in both car and motorcycle racing at the Grand Prix level.

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He died in a road accident at the age of 40 in Warwickshire, England. In his 9-year long motorcycle racing career Hailwood had achieved numerous successes. To be exact, he made 152 starts, won 76 races and reached the podium on 112 occasions. Before Marc Marquez, Mike was the youngest racer ever who managed to defend Grand Prix title in two wheels class. Now to cherish his amazing life, a special event is going to take place on this Saturday, October 18th and it is called ‘A Night About Mike Hailwood’.

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The event will be held at Bengeworth Church House, Broadway Road, Evesham, Worcs. W11 3NB. Arr. It will begin at 8:00pm and come to an end at 10:00pm, as there will be a half hour break in the middle. During the event visitors will get to hear detailed lectures on personal life and career of Mike “The Bike”. That will be interspersed with film clips, stories, slides and lot more. The attendees will also get to see the Famous Honda 500 4 RC181 motorcycle of Hailwood at the event along with several other personal memorabilia.

Besides this, Mike’s son, David will also be there to answer all your questions regarding his father in a 45 minute long Q&A session. Also, David will be the host of the evening. Unfortunately, the seats are limited as just 160 seats are available. So do not waste any more time and reserve your ticket now by giving away £15.00. Those, who like to pay for their seats at the door, can make reservations by calling on the following number: 07870737705.

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The good thing about the event is that visitors will not have to pay a single penny to park their cars. In addition, light refreshments are included in ticket price, so there is no need to bring in your own snack. It’s a great opportunity for MotoGP enthusiasts in the United Kingdom to learn about all-time great motorcycle road racer. In the meanwhile, you can go to www.jsaccessories.com and discover some amazing deals on high performance motorcycle accessories and clothing.