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Bench Racing & The Morning Reads

Wenesday, 03 November

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WSBK et al.

worldsbk.com: Fabrizio fired up by Aragon tests

worlsbk.com: New Ninja ZX-10R makes impressive progress


MotoGP

motogp.com: Season finale in Valencia

bbc.co.uk: Ben Spies aims to ride in Valencia despite ankle injury

roadracerx.com: Valencia MotoGP preview

Formula 1

fia.com: Brazilian GP Preview

formula1.com: FIA official visits United States Grand Prix site

faz.net – In then out VW decides against entering Formula 1

Other Racing

fim-live.com: Women equal to the challenge of the ISDE

facebook.com: New top speed record of 203.62452mph set on the S1000RR at Maxton by KWS/Pit Bull

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bmw-motorrad.co.za: Get your S 1000 RR track ready

bmw-motorsport.com: BMW to contest the 2010 intercontinental Le Mans Cup

On the Street

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asphaltandrubber.com: Husqvarna mille 3 Concept

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dealernews.com: Honda CB1000R naked sportbike to arrive in the spring

asphaltandrubber.com: 2011 Aprilia RS4 comes to America

solomoto.es: EICMA – Honda V4 Crosstourer Concept

2011 Honda CrossRunner official picture compilation
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2011 Honda CrossTourer 1200 Concept official picture compilation
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“Released to co-incide with the "Milan Show" launch of the new Tiger 800, 800XC and Daytona R, this is the extended version of our Brand Video. Containing previously unseen footage, this film shows the three new members of the Triumph family in all their glory”
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roadracingworld.com: Harley-Davidson will assemble motorcycles from kits in India for the Indian market

The Mothership

Full: Statement by Dr. Norbert Reithofer, Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW AG, Conference Call Interim Report to 30 September 2010

Statement by Dr. Friedrich Eichiner, Member of the Board of Management of BMW AG, Finance, Conference Call Interim Report to 30 September 2010
The Motorcycles Segment performed exceptionally well in a difficult market environment. We delivered around 24,500 BMW motorcycles to customers in the third quarter. Against the overall market trend, we increased sales by almost 8% from the same period last year.

In Europe alone, we increased sales by 18% in the first nine months of 2010. We are now the market leader in the key motorcycle markets of Germany, Italy and Spain in our relevant segment above 500 cc – as well as in Belgium, the Netherlands and Austria.

Between January and September we generated revenues of nearly 1.1 billion Euros in the Motorcycles Segment. The EBIT of 88 million Euros was 73% higher year-on-year.

Further details on our individual segments can be found in our quarterly report.

Quarterly report available for download here

Vehicle Make / Model: BMW / X5
Model Year(s): 2008

Manufacturer: BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
Mfr's Report Date: OCT 26, 2010
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 10V518000 NHTSA Action Number: N/A


Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Potential Number of Units Affected: 20800
Summary:
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 X5 SAVs VEHICLES WITH 6-CYLINDER ENGINES MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 1, 2007 THROUGH AUGUST 31, 2008. DUE TO A MANUFACTURING PROCESS FAULT, THE FUEL PUMP WAS NOT PRODUCED TO SPECIFICATIONS. UNDER SPECIFIC VEHICLE OPERATING CONDITIONS, THE FUEL PUMP??S COMMUTATOR COULD EXPERIENCE AN INCREASE IN WEAR.
Consequence:
THIS WEAR COULD LEAD TO FUEL PUMP MALFUNCTION AND ENGINE STALLING. ENGINE STALLING COULD CREATE A POTENTIAL FOR A CRASH RESULTING IN INJURY OR DEATH.
Remedy:
THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED A REMEDY OR AN OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-525-7417.
Notes:
OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .





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BMWÔÇÖs analysis of the world motorcycle market remains bleak. Their figures show the US market down a -14.1% year to date.

(pg. 5)

International motorcycle markets remain weak

The worldÔÇÖs motorcycle markets in the 500 cc plus class
relevant for the BMW Group were 11.1 % down on the previous
year for the nine-month period under report. In Europe
all markets contracted with the exception of Spain during
the period from January to September 2010. Sales volume
on the German market for 500 cc plus motorcycles fell
by 6.6 % during the nine months under report. Shortfalls
against the previous year were also recorded in Italy
(ÔÇô 13.4 %), France (ÔÇô 5.6 %) and Great Britain (ÔÇô 18.1 %).
Spain was the only market to show growth, rebounding
with an 18.0 % increase after the extremely steep slide recorded
one year earlier. The markets for 500 cc plus motorcycles also failed to recover in the USA (ÔÇô 14.1%) and Japan (ÔÇô 8.9 %) during the nine-month period.



However, despite the downward trend in market after market BMW is posting sales increases in these markets. In the US while the market is down -14.1% y-t-d BMWÔÇÖs sales are up +3.9% in the U.S.


(pg. 11)

Motorcycle sales volume up sharply

We sold 24,493 BMW motorcycles during the third quarter
2010, 7.7 % more than one year earlier. The number of
motorcycles sold during the period from January to September
2010 rose by 16.9 % to 81,508 units. With most
international motorcycle markets actually contracting, we
were therefore able to strengthen our competitive position
and are now market leaders in the 500 cc plus segment
in countries such as Germany, Italy, Spain, the Netherlands,
Belgium, Austria and South Africa.

Our sales of motorcycles in Europe during the first nine
months of 2010 rose by 18.1 % to 57,846 units, with the
improvements in France (7,264 units / + 31.8 %) and Spain
(5,900 units / + 21.1 %) particularly strong. Sharp growth
was, however, also recorded in Germany (13,614 units /
+ 17.2 %), Italy (12,954 units / + 14.7 %) and Great Britain
(5,833 units / + 16.1 %).

The number of motorcycles sold in the USA from January
to September 2010 increased by 3.9 % to 7,850 units.

During the same period we sold 2,192 units in Japan
(+ 5.3 %). The number of motorcycles sold in Brazil doubled
to 2,368 units (+ 99.7 %).


Production Numbers

By now many readerÔÇÖs eyes have glazed over and they will overlook the following section. I think it is significant for what it tells us about the current status of BMW and is something to watch closely in the future as a barometer of health.

BMW is reporting an increase in production numbers.

The report quickly ties this to increases in demand; therefore, many will overlook this information. If you have followed Harley-Davidson the Big Four or any of the other struggling motorcycle companies you should be aware that for much of the year they have been dealing with carry over inventor v demand for 2010 units. This has put pressure on retail sales prices and in turn cut into resulting revenue. BMW appears to have managed its production volume in its downward cycle better and is reaping the benefits of that now.

In the long run the units delivered to customers v units produced will be an important gap to watch. BMW motorcycles, with rare exceptions, are not a riderÔÇÖs first new motorcycle. As a result the marque is dependent on the success of the manufacturers developing riders. Those numbers are declining world wide as measured by new motorcycle sales and new rider licenses. The challenge to BMW market and production managers from a shrinking pool of potential customers is exacerbated by the increasing numbers of manufacturers producing motorcycles in classes BWM has dominated such as the GS classes.

A mistake in judgment in managing the gap between motorcycles delivered and motorcycles produced could quickly put BMW in the situation others find themselves in now.

Motorcycle production raised

Third-quarter production of BMW motorcycles was increased
by 29.8 % to 20,311 units in line with growing demand.
Production for the nine-month period was raised by
25.1 % to 82,426 units.


The motorcycle segment of BMW has been able to turn the sales increase into an increase in revenues also. The figures and page 2 and 3 of the report show that for the quarter the motorcycle segment showed 0 profit before tax. BMW is not a non profit organization but for the quarter is happy when comparing this to a loss of approximately 5 million euro in the same quarter in 2009. On a y-t-d basis things are more profitable for investors. The segment shows a profit of 88 million euro, 37 million euro up over 2009ÔÇÖs figures.

Significant improvement in revenues and earnings of Motorcycle segment

Rising sales volume figures also had a positive impact on
revenues and earnings reported by the Motorcycle segment.
Third-quarter revenues grew by 21.8 % to euro 291
million, while revenues for the nine-month period climbed
by 25.0 % to euro 1,081 million. The segment EBIT was
euro 2 million (2009: negative EBIT of euro 3 million) for
the period from July to September and euro 88 million
(+ 72.5 %) from January to September. Profit before tax
also improved, rising by euro 5 million (2009: loss before
tax of euro 5 million) for the third quarter and to euro 83 million
(+ 84.4 %) for the nine-month period under report.
Workforce virtually unchanged

The BMW Group employed 2,895 people in the Motorcycles
segment at 30 September 2010, practically unchanged
from the same reporting date one year earlier
(ÔÇô 0.1 %).[/i]

What is Missing?

There are many numbers missing from this report. It is a financial report that focuses on revenues profits and key indicators that produce those numbers. Numbers that fascinate us and give sub-forums bragging rights such as production broken down by model, sales by model in various markets are missing. For those we either have to glean them form press releases put out by individual national BMW groups or wait for the annual report released in 2011.

As things stand now for investors in BMW things are looking good. Based on the report BMW has increased its earnings forecast and investors are anticipating recalculated dividends. For members of the BMW MOA/ BMW Motorrad owners the love hate relationship continues on much as before.


Disclaimer:
I am not a financial analyst. This articles analysis and a buck will still get you coffee and change at the Official Fly-Over-Land coffee shop and nothing more. .
 
Thursday, 04 November

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WSBK et al.

ultimatemotorcycling.com: Liberty Racing Ducati in 2011 Superbike


MotoGP – writers for MotoGP sites must own shares in drapery companies or date interior designers, the curtain closer is the rampant phrase in every article I have read today. A few make it into this post.

nickyhayden.com: Valencia brings the curtain down on MotoGP season.

motogp.com: Yamaha announce factory team management changes
Announcing what we pretty much already knew. Now we will find out if the transition from WSBK to MotoGP is as hard for managers as it is for riders.

rizla-suzuki-motogp.co.uk: Rizla Suzuki head for the curtain closer in Spain

Formula 1

renaultf1.com: The Challenge of Interlagos

fia.com: World Motosport Council confirms the F1 (20 races) and other schedules for 2011.
Two races, China and India, have asterisks behind them. India is a new track and its spot on the calendar is subject to homologation as was Korea this year. China’s racing license expired. The 2011 race is subject to recertification which will require changes to track drainage and surface improvements.

supersport.com: Johnny Herbert will join the Brazil stewards

Other Racing

fim-live.com: 2010 FIM ISDE reaches mid-way stage

On the Street

An Indian take on Harley Davidson to set up assembly plant in Haryana from
Bikadvice.in


HFL: 2012 Yamaha Super Tenere – First Ride
With a –
HFL: Rebutal to Kevin Ash’s Super Tenere review

motorcyclistonline.com: Zeros at 13,000 feet

technologyreview.com: A step toward holographic videoconferencing

ultimatemotorcycling.com: Benelli Motorcycles 100th Birthday.

The Mothership

With the exception of Murder Incorporated I don’t know a business that wouldn’t want to let the world know that they had beaten the previous calendar year sales with two months to go in the current year.

BMW Motorrad achieves record year-to-date retails
BMW Motorrad Canada reported retails in October of 104 units,an increase of 26.8%over the same period in 2009. BMW Motorrad breaks through CY2009 total retails, with year-to-date sales of 1,865 units an increase of 7.9% over last year.
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Bike Candy

Take a Suzuki 1500cc GSX engine and place it in a Norton Featherbed frame and you have the McCandless Special

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Friday, 05 November

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MotoGP

bikesportnesws.com: MotoGP Valencia – Stoner draws first blood – Spies crashes

motomatters.com: Stoner and Rossi on the importance of taking their crews with them.

eurosport.yahoo.com: Yamaha’s master plan

gpone.com: Capirossi – Next stop Ducati

motogp.com: Indy MotoGP tickets on sale

Formula 1

Brazilian GP
Media Kit
Thursday Press Conference
Drivers: Rubens Barrichello, Lucas di Grassi, Felipe Massa, Bruno Senna

formual1.com: 2010 engine useage – who has what left

Other Racing

roadracerx.com: Michael Jordan Motorsports signs Ben Bostrom for American Superbike.

fim-live.com: Japanese riders show ISDE spirit.

On the Street

cyrilhuzblog.com: Harley-Davidson 3 year plan

HFL: Electricity is the future of police bikes. [?]

Much of the talk on the forum centers on Yamaha’s threat to R 1200 GS dominance with their Super Tenere; however, the real threat to BMW in the showroom could be coming from the UK in the form of the new Triumph Tiger 800s.
HFL: Trriumph Tiger 800 official specs and info

motorcyclenews.com: Moto Guzzi V7 review

motosprint.it: Rueben Xaus is doing a signing gig for Italian press Motosprint at the EICMA.

thekneeslider.com: IET Integrated Electric Transmission motorcycle from SMRE Egnineering

technologyreview.com: Adding cabbie know how to online maps

The Mothership

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BMW PressClub Global: BMW Group builds mobility of the future in Leipzig. € 400 million investment in Megacity Vehicle production. BMW Group to create 800 jobs.


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Bike Candy

In 2006 during the week between Christmas and New Years I posted a four part Morning Reads piece I had put together about the BMW C1, the companies last venture into the scooter market. I have included the opening piece here with links to all the following parts of the feature.

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Feature:

BMW C1

This year coverage of the Intermot show and the unveiling of the new BMW models generated large numbers of threads, posts and views on the Forum. I wonder what the Forum would have had to say in 1992 when BMW introduced the concept version of the BMW C1?

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By the time the C1 200 made it appearance to replace the original C1 125cc we may reasonably wonder what the woman in the photo is smiling about. Is she looking back at admiringly at us as the owners of this bike that truly intrigues her? Or, is she looking back at us to laugh at the odd ball vehicle while feeling a bit sorry for us in a compassionate way?


From its presentation to the public the C1 presented difficulties for everyone. BMW claimed the idea. Much would be made about the true input of BMW but they fervently claimed the idea as their own. They fervently claimed the idea, specifications and approval at all steps of the process. It was theirs! Presented as a concept at the show it was to be two wheeled transport with all the advantages that can imply with the strengths of an automobile.


The production plans that were laid out had Bertone, the Italian specialty manufacturer doing the production building of the C1. Bertone was not an unknown quantity to BMW.

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In the past Bertone had provided concept car design for the automotive division of BMW and many other European manufactures. Americans are champions of vertically integrated companies that control the show from top to bottom. The Europeans seem to be able to maintain a high level of control and bureaucracy while taking advantage of flattening their companies by creating project based alliances to take advantage of specialty companies.

In addition to the design services they offered Bertone also could provide their customers with manufacturing at a variety of levels. This normally involved being a body and platform builder with the final work being completed by others. At the presentation the Italian firm proudly touted the blend of motorcycle and auto innovation they had designed and would be producing for BMW. Breaking ground in the new concept would user in a new chapter in the storied history of this specialty firm. While putting some money in their pocket from someone who’s check would not bounce.


The parenting analogy works until you throw the third element in the mix. Bombardier – Rotax would provide the power plant and drive train that brings this concept to life.

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A strong company in its own right, Bombardier – Rotax was no stranger to participating with design and production duties performed under another brands marque. At the unveiling they wanted to be recognized as an important piece of this innovative project.

The trip from concept vehicle to road going production versions took several years. In the intervening time potential customers, dealers and the press were left to wonder about the idea. Was it a car- bike, a bike-car, urban transportation vehicle, uber-scooter or what? Mark Hammond in his article about the C1 for Motorcycle summed up the European confusion and the American reaction this way. “Whatever the Europeans decide on, you can bet if one ever washed up on American shores, it will be known simply as ‘that goofy looking scooter thing’.”

Part 2
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Saturday, 07 November

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MotoGP

With everything decided with the exception of who buys the first round of drinks as winner of the Valencia GP things could be a little bit boring in MotoGP this weekend. Hype or not there appears to be a lot of pride being demonstrated and parting words/shots being taken as many make their final appearance, not only of the 2010 season, but with their current teams.

motorgp.com: Stoner storms to pole

fim-live.com: Emotional final pole for Stoner

teamtech3.fr; Spies and Edwards eye podium in Valencia

Yamaha-racingparts.com: Insider Magazine

1 27 Casey STONER
AUS Ducati Team Ducati 310.3 1'31.799
2 99 Jorge LORENZO
SPA Fiat Yamaha Team Yamaha 305.5 1'32.130 0.331 / 0.331
3 58 Marco SIMONCELLI
ITA San Carlo Honda Gresini Honda 303.7 1'32.244 0.445 / 0.114
4 46 Valentino ROSSI
ITA Fiat Yamaha Team Yamaha 305.4 1'32.330 0.531 / 0.086
5 69 Nicky HAYDEN
USA Ducati Team Ducati 305.7 1'32.422 0.623 / 0.092
6 11 Ben SPIES
USA Monster Yamaha Tech 3 Yamaha 305.1 1'32.566 0.767 / 0.144
7 5 Colin EDWARDS
USA Monster Yamaha Tech 3 Yamaha 305.3 1'32.579 0.780 / 0.013
8 26 Dani PEDROSA
SPA Repsol Honda Team Honda 312.4 1'32.603 0.804 / 0.024
9 4 Andrea DOVIZIOSO
ITA Repsol Honda Team Honda 311.3 1'32.886 1.087 / 0.283
10 33 Marco MELANDRI
ITA San Carlo Honda Gresini Honda 308.7 1'32.917 1.118 / 0.031
11 14 Randy DE PUNIET
FRA LCR Honda MotoGP Honda 307.1 1'32.925 1.126 / 0.008
12 41 Aleix ESPARGARO
SPA Pramac Racing Team Ducati 303.1 1'33.085 1.286 / 0.160
13 40 Hector BARBERA
SPA Paginas Amarillas Aspar Ducati 311.0 1'33.170 1.371 / 0.085
14 65 Loris CAPIROSSI
ITA Rizla Suzuki MotoGP Suzuki 306.5 1'33.339 1.540 / 0.169
15 7 Hiroshi AOYAMA
JPN Interwetten Honda MotoGP Honda 308.3 1'33.343 1.544 / 0.004
16 71 Carlos CHECA
SPA Pramac Racing Team Ducati 305.3 1'33.499 1.700 / 0.156
17 19 Alvaro BAUTISTA
SPA Rizla Suzuki MotoGP Suzuki 305.9 1'33.515 1.716 / 0.016


Formula 1

Hulkenberg takes his maiden pole for AT&T Williams.

If MotoGP is full of parting drama this weekend Formula 1 is not far behind.

Speculation for the last two weeks has centered around who would take Hulkenberg’s seat on the Williams Team. With his first pole and the first pole for Williams in some time the Huld may have moved Barrichello into the ejection seat.

Over at Red Bull management has been trying to back peddle on reports that Vettel has been chosen to be the teams building focus now and in the future. The future part of the report was never really in doubt. The present part sounded like a huge slap to the helmet for Webber who went from leader to follower in the Championship hunt with his crash in Korea.

Ferrari was cautious after Korea. They kept saying ‘we haven’t won anything yet’ after Alonso won and took the Driver Championship lead. Caution was the pass word of the effort. The trouble with caution is you can cool down too much. Alonso is in fifth spot on the grid for Sunday and home country favorite is further back still.

Fun stuff!


fia.com; Friday Press Conference
TEAM PRINCIPALS AND DRIVERS: John BOOTH (Virgin), Ross BRAWN (Mercedes), Mike GASCOYNE (Lotus), Timo GLOCK (Virgin), Nico ROSBERG (Mercedes), Jarno TRULLI (Lotus)
Qualifying:
Press Conference
DRIVERS:
1. Nico H?£LKENBERG (Williams), 1m14.470s
2. Sebastian VETTEL (Red Bull), 1m15.519s
3. Mark WEBBER (Red Bull)
, 1m15.637s
Classification
Lap Times
Maximum Speeds
Sector Times
Speed Trap


The Mothership

BMW Motorrad Motorsport - Successes BMW S 1000 RR
• 05.11.2010
• Press Release
BMW S 1000 RR: A global story of success.

The BMW S 1000 RR riders celebrate 13 titles and 113 race wins in international and national championships.


M??nchen/Stephanskirchen 5th November 2010. In the 2010 season the BMW S 1000 RR proved to be the bike to beat in international and national championships all around the world. Customer teams sent over 120 BMW S 1000 RRs into action, many of them dominating their series, from Germany to Canada and South Africa to Australia. No less then 13 BMW riders were able to celebrate title honours, many of them with early championship victories. With still a few races to go in some national series, in this season so far 113 races have been won on a BMW S 1000 RR. The bike established itself as a true success model.


The first title of the season was won by Ayrton Badovini (ITA). The rider from Team BMW Motorrad Italia STK won on his RR nine out of ten races in the FIM Superstock 1000 Cup, and was crowned champion on August 1st. Twelve riders, who relied on the potential of the bike made by BMW Motorrad, followed his example in national championships and also celebrated title victories. To name a few: Gregory Fastre (Belgium), Javier Fores Querol (Spain), Jon Kirkham (British Superstock Championship), Steve Brogan (British Superbike EVO Championship) Sami Penna (Finland), Martin Choi (Greece), Maxim Averkin (Russia) and Erwan Nigon (France). Nigon’s team-mate, S?®bastien Gimbert, completed the success for BMW Motorrad in France by finishing as runner-up.


In Germany, the BMW S 1000 RR was the dominant bike in several series. In the DMV Road Racing Championship, all races were won by BMW costumer teams, and their riders finished the season as first, second and third overall. Title honours and top positions in the overall classifications also went to BMW riders in the DMV Endurance Cup (first, second, fourth and fifth), the DMV Road Racing Cup (first, third, fourth and fifth) and the DMSB Endurance Championship (first and second). In the International German Championship IDM Werner Daemen (BEL) from Team Alpha Technik finished the season as runner-up after celebrating some great race wins with his RR. In the highly competitive IDM Constructors Championship BMW also finished as runner-up, just one point off the top spot.


Also in the FIM Superbike World Championship, the top production-based motorcycle racing category, the BMW S 1000 RR proved its potential with two podium finishes and the first pole position for the BMW Motorrad Motorsport team.


“Our heartiest congratulations to all BMW RR riders worldwide for their great successes”, says Hendrik von Kuenheim, General Director BMW Motorrad. “We are very delighted for them, but also very proud of our contribution in providing them with a more than competitive bike. With the BMW S 1000 RR we have succeeded in building a brand new motorcycle which is more than capable internationally, and has since become the leading motorbike in this sector. Now we are looking forward to an exciting 2011 season and are convinced these international and national successes will continue.”
BMW PressClub: A vision becomes reality: BMW announces serial production of sports car with plug-in hybrid technology.


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BMW finally does some looking back, way back, on its racing history.
Born winner and role model: on the 100th birthday of Georg ("Schorsch") Meier.
• 05.11.2010
• Press Release

“Schorsch”, as he was known in Bavarian, made motor sport history in his time. Born in M??hldorf, he embarked on off-road racing on a BMW R 4 and, among other triumphs, became German Military Champion. In 1937 he was signed on by BMW as a works rider, and crowned his very first season of road racing with the 1938 European Championship. What was arguably his most significant victory followed in 1939, when he became the first non-British rider on a foreign motorcycle to win the Senior TT on the Isle of Man. In doing so, he placed not only himself but the BMW brand firmly at the pinnacle of road racing.

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After the war, he took another five German Championships on his pre-war supercharged BMW motorcycle, set up world endurance records and raked in medals in off-road events. Throughout, he remained loyal to the BMW brand – not just on the race track but in his business life as well. In spring of 1948 Meier opened up a motorcycle shop in Munich’s Dachauerstrasse and a year later became a BMW motorcycle dealer, subsequently selling BMW cars as well. At this time he was already one of Germany’s biggest and most successful BMW franchised dealers.

Georg Meier, who died on 19 February 1999, was one of the true sporting greats of his day. He was a popular public figure not only for his sporting successes but also thanks to his exemplary comportment beyond the race track. As such he not only helped to define the sporting image of the BMW brand but also served as an outstanding ambassador of the brand at all times.

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Today’s races are in time zones that make us wait for results news until latter in the day. I will post my aggregation of the news that catches my eye Monday morning.

I have been waiting for the chill to leave the morning air before I head out to Des Moines. I am playing culture vulture today. There is an exhibition at the Science Center of Iowa Da Vinci the Genius One Man. Many Visions. Over my morning coffee I came across these items.

On the Street

A video rider report via MCM from Monster Energy's Fred Crosset, of Belgium, who takes his trial bike out for a spin in his hometown. Watch and enjoy some urban trial biking.


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cyrilhuzeblog.com: Morgan to launch the Super Sports threewheeler.

Ace Cycle Car of Seattle has received a fair amount of ink lately for its versions of the Morgan three wheeler. Its Ace 3 is produced under license from Morgan and features power by a 100bhp H-D Twin Cam ‘B’ engine attached to a car transmission with five speeds and reverse gear. The surface similarity to the Morgan project should not be unexpected; however, the Super Sports is a Morgan of England project.

Morgan has focused its efforts on its version of the four wheeled world for some time. It has toyed with three wheeled fans with things like their Peddle Car and licensing companies like Cycle Car. Now it is going to build the Super Sport.

The renderings hint at what is to come but where quirky English car company goes with this is still a guess. The proposed Super Sport will have a base price in the range of $40,000. What a ‘Bespoke’ (custom built to buyers specs) versions will price out at is limited to the buyers imagination wallet specifications and Morgan’s willingness to build. In addition to these models a racing version is rumored to be in development for future offering.



The Morgan Threewheeler

Specification
The specification ensures the driver and passenger have exactly what they need whilst encapsulating the original Morgan Threewheeler’s DNA. The attractive themes apparent in the successful Sport range of traditional Morgans forms the basis of the specification of the cars. Eight Sport colours with black detailing and a choice of black or tan leather are offered.

Weight: 500kg (Est.)

Power: 100bhp (at wheel) (Est.)

Top Speed: 115mph (Est.)

0-60 : 4.5 seconds (Est.)

Engine: 1800cc ‘V twin’

Gearbox: 5 speed + reverse

Super formed aluminium body

Motorcycle homologation

Choice of 8 sport colours

Gloss black wheel arches and lamps

Gloss black wire wheels

Matt black exhausts + gloss heat shield

Nickel colored cowl

Super formed aluminium body

Gloss black roll hoops

Twin flyscreens

Black or tan leather

Leather seats, dash and side pads

Exposed tubular black chassis

Leather steering wheel + alloy centre

Black anodized dash panel

Aluminium ‘aircraft’ toggle switches

Body Colored trim panels

‘Bomb release’ style start button

‘Bespoke’ specifications for the Morgan Three wheeler will be available, as with
any Morgan, but at increased cost and following a run of standard cars off the production line


Morgan Three Wheeler Super Sports 1934
If the new Super Sports is not what you desire then you will have to find an original. A restored it will set you back a bit but an unrestored one will probably set you back a bit more once you get it on the street; but what fun!

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The number of BMW Boxer caf?® and bobber bikes appearing on the web is increasing all the time. Their numbers are dominated by the bigger airhead twins. So after initially catching my eye with its looks my curiosity was aroused when I realized this effort is based on a 1973 R60/5.

According to BikeEXIF the bike is owned by a Frenchman and is called ‘The Clubber’. If you spend any time looking at pictures on this site you will certainly find more elegant boxer customs. Elegance is great and truly well executed can be stunning but to many pieces of that kind of boxer bike candy can be too sweet. What I find engaging about this bike is the contradiction in terms it presents and pulls off. Despite its diminutive engine size it has a brutish muscular appearance. Reading the site copy you will find information on some the details of the bike build. With some interesting work the bike clearly is not a pretty boy bike but even lacking a front fender it is one that begs to be ridden on twisting back roads not just from caf?® to caf?®.

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The Valencia race results had a little for everyone to crow about.

Lorenzo won the 2010 rider championship earlier in the season and wins the seasons final race to prove once again that he is champion. Sandwiched between the Fiat-Yamahas Stoner notched his 42 podium for Ducati on his last ride for the Italian marque. After seven years with Yamaha Rossi said he has no regrets as he finished third for the last podium spot (his 84 podium finish for Yamaha). An injudre Ben Spies was one step off the podium as he punctuated the end of his first season in MotoGP.

Formula 1

Brazilian GP – Race
Press Conference
Classification
Lap Chart


]: Red Bull crowned 2010 constructors champions

The one two finish secured the Constructor Championship for the Red Bull Team. Four drivers, Alonso Vettel Webber and Hamilton, remain in contention for the Drivers Championship which will be decided in Abu Dhabi next weekend. The press will have a field day spinning the options but Vettel could be decision maker on whose head the laurel wreath rests and it may not be his own.


On the Street

This is an interesting read as the case is made for and why HFL is changing to a subscription based website in an effort to fund the site as a full time effort while allowing for expanded content and coverage in the process.


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returnofthecaferacers.com: Mods vs Rockers 2010

The 2011 MotoGP starting grid has a zero plus gain with Suzuki to field one rider for next season and Repsol Honda bringing a three rider team to the grid.

gpone.com: Capirossi, Ducati’s prodigal son

Other Racing

GS Trophy | bmw-motorrad.co.za: South Africa prepares to welcome the world.

On the Street

allaboutbikes.com: The great 250 debate

operationsmanagement.net: The top 100 motorcycle bloggers
I came across this compilation of bloggers. Some of the sites listed will be familiar as they have appeared here others will be new and may be of interest to you.

Video of Ducati’s Milan press conference introducing their 2011 line.
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speedtv.com: Long term Speed Triple suspension upgrade

Raptors and Rockets presentation of the Horex VR6
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HFL: How does Horex’s VR6 engine work?
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webbikeworld.com: BMW K1600GT – BMW K 1600 GTL
Photos and a video of the final production version of these bikes, along with an explanation of the difference between the K 1600 GT and the GTL versions

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PressClub Global: BMW Group reports best October sales ever
BMW Motorrad delivered 6,845 motorcycles to customers worldwide in October, exceeding the already strong sales result of the previous October by 1.7%. In the year to the end of October, deliveries rose to 88,353 motorcycles (prev. yr. 76,443). This represents an increase of 15.6% over the previous year.
Follow the link for the full release


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fabiomarcaccini.it brings his GS vision with the BMW Offride. The site begins to describe his vision as …the result of Fabio’s travel experiences, the African one in particular. Back home Marcaccini focused on those who were the two most critical points: the “Telelever” front suspension and the weight distribution, convenient for tourism, not for the adventure. He opted for the most traditional and effective Marzocchi, obviously prototype, 50 mm big sticks with 264 travel and self made ergal plates and pins.]… follow the link for the full description and more photos.

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worldsbk.com: BMW proud of S 1000 RR performance

Job wanted
worldsbk.com: Xaus still in search of 2011 ride

Then I came across this from motospirnt.it saying Xaus will be on a Ten Kate Honda for the 2011 season.

MotoGP

nickyhayden.com: Rossi makes his Ducati debut and Hayden compares engines.

Yamaha-racing.com: Lrenzo and Spies first and third at Valencia test

teamtech3.fr: Edwards and Crutchlow kick off 2011 winter testing schedule

suzuki-racing.com: Positive start for new look Rizla-Suzuki squad.

Way to early for them to mean anything but the clock says: Valencia Testing Day 1
Results
1 Jorge Lorenzo 1′32.012
2 Casey Stoner 1′32.775
3 Ben Spies 1′32.878
4 Dani Pedrosa 1′32.912
5 Marco Simoncelli 1′32.919
6 Andrea Dovizioso 1′33.190
7 Colin Edwards 1′33.513
8 Alvaro Bautista 1′33.558
9 Nicky Hayden 1′33.716
10 Valentino Rossi 1′33.882
11 Randy De Puniet 1′33.914
12 Hiroshi Aoyama 1′33.953
13 Hector Barbera 1′34.110
14 Cal Crutchlow 1′34.314
15 Loris Capirossi 1′34.631
16 Toni Elias 1′35.058
17 Karel Abraham 1′35.076

Video: sportrider.com Rossi talks about each year’s Yamaha M1
Formula 1

fia.com: Abu Dhabi GP Preview

Ross Brawn and Nico Rosberg talking about the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix this weekend
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autosport.com: Ranault remains committed to F1

f1technical.net: Ferrari open up lower diffuser deck

Other Racing

iomtt.com: homestay scheme for 2011 launched early due to high demand

BMW Motorrad GS Trophy 2010. Daily media service and photo competition

Shot in stunning cinema grade HD on Lumix GH1 - watch in 720P & full screen for best results. A video profile of Chris Hodgson & Willie Hodgson of San Jose BMW racing 4 bikes including the first ever attempt at the world speed record on the BMW S1000RR. Produced, Photographed & Edited by Shiva. Copyright & all rights reserved.

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thevintegent.blogspot.com: Off the hook Parisian BMW Display

bikeadvice.in[,url]: Top 10 most expensive vintage motorcyccles

[url= http://www.motorcycleshows.com/]Cycle World International Motorcycle Show
season kickoff is 12 November in Dallas.
BMW is making very limited appearances again this year. BMW will not be at Dallas. Check the your show to see if they are coming or the dealers are sponsoring a booth.

mvagusta.it: MV Agusta F3 – the star of the show

Harley-Davidson unveils its 2011 CVO motorcycle line-up which includes three long-range touring bikes and one hybrid standard. We're in Lake Tahoe to check 'em out. After seeing the rides H-D is delivering for 2011,
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motoring.co.za: BMW Vision moving closer to reality

The Mothership

BMW Science Club: “Top Speed” – beyond the speedometer needle

BMW Science Club: Did you know,
that in future you will be able to 'heal' minor damage with a sticking plaster?

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WSBK

motorsport-magazine.com gives it spin on Xaus and Ten Kate.
Xaus time at BMW was “lackluster” in the final sentence they seem to hint at a F1 driver kind of deal where the rider brings sponsorship. Deep Throat and his fans may like these deals but are they good for racing?

In speedweek.de’s version Ten Kate was dealing for either Toseland until he was snatched up by BMW Italia.

MotoGP

motogp.com: Stoner fastest on day 2.

Yamaha-racing.com: Lorenzo and Spies wrap up successful Valencia official MotoGP tetst.

teamtech3.fr: Positive test for Edwards and Crutchlow

hondaproracing.com: Honda RC212V riders end successful post-season MotoGP test in confident mood

ruizila-suzuki-motogp.co.uk: Constructive day for Rizla Suzuki as Bautista takes big steps.

nickyhayden.com: Valencia session ends for Hayden and Rossi

motomatters.com: Valencia Day 2 notes

BMW to MotoGP in 2012?!
caradidisac.com: MotoGP | Wayne Gardner assures that Honda has promised him the arrivals are Aprilia and BMW

ducatinewstoday.com: Question mark over Rossi’s performance?

The MotoGP season may be over but Los MiniBikers are just making it to Estoril
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Formula 1

:Los Mini Drivers run their GP of Brazil
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Other Racing



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roadracingworld.com: AMA Vintage Moorcycle Days 2011 scheduled for July 22-24 at Mid-Ohio

aspaltandrubber.com: The Buell 1125CR that never was

bikeexif.com: Interview with Roland Sands

BMWSuperBikes Interview with Larry Romestant of SpecialKs.net in HD
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bmw-motorrad.co.za: Concept to conclusion – Concept C


Video from BMWUSA
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Yamaha-racig: Melandri and Laverty complete successful Valencia superbike test

ducatinewstoday: Feracci to run Ducati Superbike Team?

Video season summaries are appearing in many places. This is from BMW France and FSBK
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MotoGP

eurosport.yahoo.com: Lorenzo leaving bad news for rivals

motorcycledaily.com: Stoner stuns paddock at Valencia

allaboutbikes.com: Pedrosa to get shoulder scans could need surgery

motomatters.com: Valencia MotoGP test imagaes.

Formula 1

thechicaneblog.com: Remaking Grand Prix – WAIT WHAT?

Christian Horner Red Bull team principal reiterated there will be no team orders for this weekend’s race. A Red Bull could win the race and loose the driver championship in the process. Alonso dismisses any talk that that would taint a title for him.

fia.com: Media Kit Abu Dhabi GP

Press Conference
DRIVERS: Fernando ALONSO (Ferrari), Lewis HAMILTON (McLaren), Nico H?£LKENBERG (Williams), Sebastian VETTEL (Red Bull), Mark WEBBER (Red Bull)

Sir Richard Branson’s goal was to turn a profit with the Virgin F1 team. He has done that but has sold an undisclosed part of the team to Russian car builder Marussia in the process. The deal was announced today the Financial Times, Marussia is buying part of the stake owned by LDC, the private equity arm of British bank Lloyds. The figure of €10 million has been suggested as LDC’s original investment. The Marussia investment will no doubt be greater over the next four years. The other shareholders are Virgin, Manor Motorsport and Wirth Research.


Other Racing


fim-live.com: BMW BMP Elf 99 dominates free practice at Doha

roadracingworld.com: BMW BMP Elf 99 on provisional pole for 8 Hours of Doha EWC Race


On the Street

dealernews.com: Accident in India causes PR headache for Harley-Davidson

cyrilhuzeblog.com: Harley-Davidson forgoes $25 million in tax incentives

bolty.net: A puzzle for electrical gremlin hunters

HFL

Here’s one to bookmark for slow reading. Motobog.it has compiled a list of all the new model bikes introduced at the recent EICMA show and provided a click through to a product summary of the bikes and photo gallery. Click your way through the EICMA instead of walking.

webbikeworld.com: ho to make a motorcycle helmet
Webbikeworld tours the Nolan helmet plant. Video included


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worldsbk.com: Berger breaks into Superbike with Supersonic

Sorting through Leon Haslam’s tweets can be a bit daunting. He is an active young man with active thumbs. What I have sorted I, at least I think I have, is he and Corser are doing a BMW fitness camp and 5 days of testing this month. Then again it could be just a lot of fun.

Formula 1

fia.com: Friday Press Conference

autosport.com: Alonso happy if Hamilton stays in front

attwilliams.com: Abu Dahbi from an engine’s perspective

autosport.com: Heidfeld in talks over Renault drive
With Petrov likely to go to Marussia Virgin next year Heidfeld would be number 2 at Renault F1 to his number 2 at BMW Sauber.

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Other Racing

Third pole position for the BMW Elf 99 team

fim-live.com: 8 Hours of Doha qualifications

bmwmotorrad.co.za: Preparing for the International GS Trophy

hondaproracing.com: Team Honda Europe begin Dakar testing in Tunisia

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bmwmcmag.com: S 1000 RR joins exclusive 200mph Club

racecar-engineering.com: Chevy heads back to Indycar

On the Street

Triumph fired a shot with the new Tiger 800s now they take a second shot with price.
hellforleathermagazine.com: Triumph Tiger priced at $9,999
Could this start a price war? Only if the Tiger can live up to its hype, but the heat is on.

motorcycle-usa.com: Yamaha Super Tenere first ride

sportrider.com: Two different motorcycle crash studies moving ahead

cyrilhuzeblog.com: Flash back. BMW R32

bikeadvice.in: How motorcycle tires are manufactured

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bolty.net: Adios, Gerbing’s controller

FWIW

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Sunday, 14 November

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Formula 1

Here is the setup information for the final Grand Prix of the season. The driver championship will be decided today and could be in doubt to the final lap.

Saturday Qualifying
Classification
Lap Times
Maximum Speeds
Sector Times
Speed Trap

Post Qualifying Press Conference
DRIVERS:
1. Sebastian VETTEL (Red Bull), 1m39.394s
2. Lewis HAMILTON (McLaren), 1m39.425s
3. Fernando ALONSO (Ferrari), 1m39.792s

formula1.com: Qualifying Analysis

Q&A
Vettel and Hamilton on their chances to win Sunday’s race and the championship. Alonso would seem to be in the catbird seat.

Team orders are in place for all teams; win!

Going into this season I picked Vettel to win the Driver Championship calling him a dark horse. He continues to be even though I pick him to win this race. Alonso is in that dubious position of balancing caution and charge. For him the race and the championship will not be won or lost in turn one, but they could be lost there. If all make it through we may not know until the final points paying position has passed the checkered flag.

I’ll post a full Bench Racing and Morning Reads this evening.
 
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F1 Update: Race Notes

The midfield drivers could play a very important role today.

First lap and the Safety Car Deployed (SCD) sign goes up.

Schumacher spins after making contact with Rosberg and catches up Luzzi in the process. Several drivers dive into the pits, but non of the leaders do.

Hamilton is on the radio with his pit to see if his front wing is alright.

Lots of debris on the track.

Rosberg Petrov Alguersuari Di Grassi Senna and Klien have made stops and taken on hards. They could go the distance now with out another stop. This could mean midfield traffic could play a role when the leaders decide to pit. In addition to those who have stopped note that Kubica started the race on the hards while everyone else started on softs.

Lap 6 of 55
The race goes green. Vettel gets a jump on the start leaving Hamilton and others to catch up.

At this point the top 10: Vettel, Hamilton, Button, Alonso, Webber, Massa, Barrichello, Kobayahsi, Kubica and Sutil

Lap 7 of 55
Alonso Webber and Massa are stacked up with only a second and a half covering them. Webber appears to be faster than Alonso but can not get buy while at the same time he must hold off Massa if either he or Vettel hope to take the title.

Lap 8 of 55
In front Vettel has opened a 2.0 second gap over Hamilton. He needs to build this for pit stop comfort.

Webber skims the wall but is alright.


Lap 11
Webber pits! In and out. This takes him out of the current cycle with Alonso. Now he races the clock to see if he can close the gap for the pass when the Spaniard pits. The challenge now is not only the clock but where he returned into the race, P16. There are a bunch of midfield cars he must deal with without the aid of the blue flag.

Ferrari had looked like they were going to pit, did they psyc Red Bull? Only their hair dresser knows for sure and she wonÔÇÖt return my phone calls.

Lap 14
Massa pits and returns in P16 (Webber is up to P14)

Lap 15
Alonso Pits from P 4
Webber turns in a new fast lap Where will Alonso cycle back into the race?

Lap 16 of 55
Alonso is in P12 2.3 seconds ahead of Webber who is now up to P13. Ahead of them Rosberg and Petrov in P9 and 11 respectively, have made stops are on hard tires and must be past by Alonso and Webber if either wants the championship.

Lap 19 of 55

Barrichello pits from P6 he returns in P 16. Alonso and Webber move up one position.

Lap 20 of 55
Up front Hamilton appears to be pacing with Vettel. Their gap varies between 1.9 and 2.1 seconds but not more. Button is in P3 5.1 seconds behind the race leader.
P4-10: Kobyayashi Kubica Sutil Buemi Rosberg Hulkenberg Petrov

Lap 21 of 55
Alonso is fighting with Petrov for P10. Webber is closing in on both. Normally this slows drivers down but they are catching up with Hulkendberg P9 in the process. Petrov must be passed if he is to win the championship. The Hulk has not pitted so will be passed for position when he does.

Lap 24
Hamilton pits
Vettel pits before he crosses the line for lap 25
Both are out cleanly.
Hamilton returns in P5
Vettel returns in P2 behind Button and ahead of Kubica and Kobayashi non of which of pitted.

Lap 25 of 55
Webber runs wide but no problem. Preasuer?

Lap 26 of 55
Vettel sets new fast lap. He is sown 15.7 seconds behind Button so he has a clear track. He needs to set some fast laps to cycle Button as far behind him as he can.

Lap 27 of 55
Hamilton has passed Kobayashi for P4. Kubica is next perhaps. Kubica and Button have not made stops yet so there is no immediate urgency to risk all for the pass.

Lap 28 of 55
At the half way point Vettel has closed the gap with Button to 12.7 seconds. If things ended as they now stand he would be champion. How will the next 27 laps play out?

Lap 30 of 55
P8-12: Rosberg Hulknberg Petrov Alonso Webber of these only the Hulk has not pitted.

Lap 31 of 55
Vettel goes purple again closing the gap to 11.2 seconds.

Button and Kubica could pit and cycle back in ahead of Rosberg making more imperative that Alonso make a move if he wants to take the title.

Lap 34 of 55
Kobayashi pits and falls to 16 moving Alonso into P10 the last points paying position. All well and good but he has not been able to do anything with Petrov yet though he is right on his tail. Petrov may be hard but Rosberg is in a wide body jet in P7 that has already pitted.

Lap 36 of 55
The Hulk pits and Alonso and Webber move up one more slot.

Lap 37 of 55
Buemi pits moving the train up one more.
ButtonÔÇÖs gap to Rosberg is 35.1 seconds. He could pit and get out ahead of the German. Alonso must move up if he wants the title.

Lap 39 of 55
The championship is on the line as Button pits. Where he comes out could decide the title. The gap to Rosberg was 33.7 seconds with Alonso 36.6 when he pitted.

Button is out cleanly and emerges in P4

Kubica and Sutil still must pit. Even if the train were to cycle past them that would leave Alonso in P6.

Lap 40 of 55
Vettel is in the lead with a 12.1 second lead over Kubica. This is cold comfort given his history this year having lead many races only to suffer engine failure. Will he hold the title as briefly as Massa did two years ago?

Lap 42 of 55
Vettel is having problemswith his radio. The team will have to communicate using the pit board and signals.

Button sets a new fast lap.

Ferrari continues to urge Alonso to make the pass but as yet he can not find a way around PetrovÔÇÖs Renault. !@# !@#$ mid filders making for an exciting race.
:evil

The gap to between Rosberg and Kubica is about 26 seconds.

Lap 46 of 55
Kubica pits. The championship is in the Renault pit crewÔÇÖs hands.
He is out cleanly but where on the grid?

Behind Rosberg but ahead of Petrov/Alonso and Weber.

Lap 47 of 55
Sutil pits. This could well be the final sort of the top ten and the DriverÔÇÖs Championship.

Lap 48 the top ten are shown as
Vettel
Hamilton
Button
Rosberg
Kubica
Petrov
Alonso
Webber
Alguersuari
Massa


Lap 49
It is down to a fight for position. Vettel holds a 9.9 second gap over Hamilton, while Petrov a 0.6 second gap over Alonso.

Petrov is on thing but he has 5 laps to get past Kubica and Rosberg also to take P4 if he wants to win the title.

Lap 50
With no radio we donÔÇÖt know what Vettel is saying to himself alone in the cockpit of his Red Bull.

Lap 53 of 55

Vettel has a clear track and everything to worry about for 3 more minutes.

Lap 54 of 55
Trulli loses some body work and pits.
Could a puncture happen to spoil the race for Vettel? :evil

Lap 55

Vettel wins the race and the 2010 DriverÔÇÖs Championship to go along with the Constructor Championship he and teammate Mark Webber already secured.

Vettel
Hamilton
Button
Rosberg
Kubica
Petrov
Alonso
Webber
Alguersuari
Massa


My alarm just went off and I must be off. More this PM.
 
Tuesday, 16 November

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SBK

bmwgroup-sport: Wind tunnel testing for the BMW riders

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visordown.com: Haslam wind tunnel tests S1000RR

MotoGP

asphoaltandrubber.com: Rossi goes in for surgery

motogp.com: Dani Pedrosa advised to rest after further hospital tests.

Take a look at this with a thought to how this works in SBK at the World level.
motomatters.com: MotoGP electronics – Even more complex than you thought

A peek into the inner sanctum – motorsport-total.com: The Box - the control center of MotoGP teams.

Other Racing

fim-live.com: Victory and world title for SERT
BMW BMP Elf 99 finish sixth in the race and tenth for the season.

dfigure1media: Disappointment in the desert for BMP-Elf-99

bmw-motorrad.com: GS Trophy Daily Report

BWM GS Trophy Day 1
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On the Street

motorcyclistonline.com: goat riders in the sky – BMW R1200GS vs. Ducati Multistrada 1200S

allaboutbikes.com: 2011 Triumph Scrambler preview

India has another entrant – bikeadvice.in Triumph Motorcycle plans to enter Indian luxury motorcycle segment

cyrilhuzeblog.com: New school vintage front end

ultimatemotorcycling.com: Royal Enfield rider gets Saddle Sore


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Wednesday, 17 November

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SBK

bikesportnews.com: World Superbikes returns to Donington Park in 2011

MotoGP

.motogp.com: Rossi will be ready for Sepang test

Los Mini Racers wrap up their season at Valencia
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Formula 1

Formula 1.com
The young gun’s won! Vettel’s title winning season
Abu Dhabi analysis – champion Vettel’s perfect timing.
Q&A with Sebastian Vettel

autosport.com: Ferrari: Alonso strategy a team decision
Related
jamesallenonf1: How did Ferrari make that strategy mistake with Alonso?

bbc.co.uk: Vettel and Webber clear the air

racecar-engineering.com: HRT – Toyota dal collapse over unpaid bills

independent.co.uk: Nico Hulkenberg released by Williams
And
attwilliams.com: Barrichello confirmed for 2011.
The team’s second driver to be confirmed by the end of the year.

Other Racing

press.bmwgroup.com: BMW Motorrad GS Trophy 2010, day 3. Team United Kingdom storm to the top.


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press.bmwgropu.com: BMW Motorrad GS Trophy 2010, day 4 the longest day?

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On the Street

MCN: Triumph Tiger 800XC first ride
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dealernews.com: H-d says it won’t seek tax breaks in KC
First in Wisconsin now KC, H-D foregoes offered tax breaks focusing on worker concessions instead

MotoUSA – 2012 Yamaha Super Tenere Tech Video
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sportrider.com: Electric Sportbikes – the silent future

thekneeslider.com: How well does a motorcycle fit? Ask Cycle Ergo.

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Thursday, 18 November

calmoto.com: California BMW Triumph Motorcycles | In Memory of Kari Pager, 10/21/1947 – 11/14/2010
Memorial services as well as a tribute ride are being planned. You can stay informed by checking back with the Calmoto site. Details will be posted as they come available.


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SBK

worldsbk.com: Double trouble for WSBK winners.
Fogarty and Bayliss twice as good as the rest.

A blast from the past
visordown.com: Class of ’89 Honda RC30 v Ducati 851

MotoGP

.autosport.com: Rossi’s sholder worse than expected

Formula 1

A letter to the Tifosi
Ferrari.com: Montesemolo’s letter to the fans


Nick Heidfeld was rumored to take his seat when he accepted a rumored offer coming from the newly Russian Marussia Virgin team but autosport.com reports Petrov is near a new deal with Renault

jamesallenonf1.com: Rookie tests end with Ricciardo on top

Los MiniDrivers – The real last race of the F1 season video here.
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Other Racing

facebook.com: BMW Motorrad GS Trophy 2010 Day 5

On the Street

motoblog.it: AGV Standards – How to design a helmet from the head

ducati.com: Ducati to cooperate with AMG
Marketing is reported as the initial form of cooperation for these two. What is on the horizon is not clear.
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motorcyclenews.com: MCN – Staff bike long term – BMW R1200RT

roadracingworld.com: ow to package forks and shocks so they don’t get damaged in shipping
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Triumph is getting ready to shoot another shot across BMW’s bow.
solomoto.es: Triumph is preparing to release a Trophy 1200
motorcyclenews.com: Triumph Trophy spy shots!

dealernews.com: Honda to open third factory in India

ultimatemotorcycling.com: Kawasaki Versys Review

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Mika,

Love the reads, and that bike candy cafe racer is stunning.

As an FYI, the Happy Birthday link worked weeks ago, but it no longer take me to the correct page. Is it me, or the link? If the latter, kindly fix the problem.


And, thanks for all you do. These Reads are so great!
 
And, thanks for all you do. These Reads are so great!

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to me, Morning Reads is *so* much more interesting than corporate PR hype.

we really ought to elevate this, like at least link it from the MOA home page.

ian
 
During the BMW Motorrad GS Trophy 2010, on day 3, I believe they were pulling a Porsche tractor ? Is this a little dig between companies in the Fatherland ? Paging M1KA PI.
 

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