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We’re Back, Baby!
1 April 2025 @ 5:29 pm
Asphalt & Rubber is back! With a fresh new author, and a fresh new perspective on the motorcycle industry. You may recognize Shahin Alvandi from some esteemed weekly-ish podcasts, and he'll be at the helm of A&R going forward.
The post We’re Back, Baby! appeared first on Asphalt & Rubber.Predicting MotoGP Race Outcomes, Which Session Matters Most?
29 November 2022 @ 7:46 pm
In this his latest analysis, David crunches the numbers to see how good MotoGP's FP4 sessions are at predicting the race-winner on Sunday.
The post Predicting MotoGP Race Outcomes, Which Session Matters Most? appeared first on Asphalt & Rubber.As the Honda Transalp Arrives, Wherefore Are Thou Africa Twin?
8 November 2022 @ 9:10 pm
For our A&R Pro readers, a hot-take on the debut of the Honda Transalp and what it means for Big Red's venerable ADV bike: the Honda Africa Twin.
The post As the Honda Transalp Arrives, Wherefore Are Thou Africa Twin? appeared first on Asphalt & Rubber.The Honda XL750 Transalp Finally Returns
8 November 2022 @ 9:06 pm
After much expectation and waiting, the Honda Transalp returns to Big Red's lineup as a 755cc middleweight ADV machine.
The post The Honda XL750 Transalp Finally Returns appeared first on Asphalt & Rubber.Does WorldSBK Need a Minimum Combined Bike/Rider Weight?
8 November 2022 @ 8:28 pm
Rider/bike weights are the talk of WorldSBK right now. David weighs-in on the subject with his analysis and how new rules could tip the scales.
The post Does WorldSBK Need a Minimum Combined Bike/Rider Weight? appeared first on Asphalt & Rubber.Bimota About to Debut a “TERA” Supercharged Adventure Bike?
8 November 2022 @ 4:52 am
Our spies tell us that the new Bimota Tera is about to debut at EICMA. It is a 200hp+ fire-breathing ADV bike with a funny front-end. Prepare yourselves.
The post Bimota About to Debut a “TERA” Supercharged Adventure Bike? appeared first on Asphalt & Rubber.Bimota BX450 Dirt Bike Leaks Ahead of EIMCA Debut
8 November 2022 @ 4:22 am
Our Bothan spies have been working hard to bring you the first pictures of the Bimota BX450 dirt bike, ahead of its release at the EICMA show in Milan.
The post Bimota BX450 Dirt Bike Leaks Ahead of EIMCA Debut appeared first on Asphalt & Rubber.Repsol Extend Sponsorship Deal With HRC Through 2024
4 November 2022 @ 8:37 pm
Spanish petroleum giant Repsol has announced that they have extended their sponsorship of Honda's factory team for two more seasons in MotoGP.
The post Repsol Extend Sponsorship Deal With HRC Through 2024 appeared first on Asphalt & Rubber.MotoGP Preview of the Valencia GP: Can Anyone Stop The Ducatis?
4 November 2022 @ 8:29 pm
David previews for us the final round of the 2022 MotoGP Championship? Will it be Pecco and Ducati's day? Or will Fabio and Yamaha spoil it?
The post MotoGP Preview of the Valencia GP: Can Anyone Stop The Ducatis? appeared first on Asphalt & Rubber.KTM’s Stefan Pierer Gobbles Up 25% of MV Agusta
3 November 2022 @ 7:46 pm
Pierer Mobility is set to take a 25.1% ownership stake in MV Agusta, while providing purchasing and distribution might for the Italian brand.
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