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PressClub: BMW Motorrad Motorsport - WSBK - Misano - Qualifying Practice 1

SBK

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BMW Motorrad Motorsport - WSBK - Misano - Qualifying Practice 1
Misano ÔÇô Free Practice & Qualifying Practice 1.
Friday, 8th June 2012.


Weather conditions: Cloudy at noon, sunny in the afternoon.
Temperature: Air: 28 ÔÇô 30 ??C, Track: 36 ÔÇô 39 ??C
Number of riders participating: 24 from 14 teams
Fastest lap Free Practice: Marco Melandri (BMW Motorrad Motorsport) 1:36.613 min
Fastest lap Qualifying Practice 1: Carlos Checa (Althea Racing) 1:36.521 min


Today, teams and riders from the FIM Superbike World Championship experienced really hot conditions for the first time this season. At Misano (ITA), host of the seventh round of 2012, temperatures went up to 30 degrees Celsius. Team BMW Motorrad Motorsport proved to be competitive in these summery conditions. Factory rider Marco Melandri (ITA) was quickest in the free practice in the morning and qualified for the provisional first row in the afternoon, finishing the first qualifying practice in fourth. In that session, his team-mate Leon Haslam (GBR) was in the top three for a long time. At the end of the session he put his BMW S 1000 RR on the provisional second row being eighth. BMW Motorrad Italia GoldBet SBK Team rider Ayrton Badovini (ITA) finished the first qualifying practice in 12th; his team-mate Michel Fabrizio (ITA) was 18th.

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Marco Melandri:
Fastest lap Free Practice: 1:36.613 min (P1)/Fastest lap Qualifying Practice 1: 1:36.795 min (P4)
ÔÇ£I am very happy about today. It was the first time riding in very hot conditions. We had one day of testing in Phillip Island when it was similar, but we have been at a different level since then. This afternoon we struggled a little bit with the feeling at the front. We tried to fix it and I think that in the end we made good progress. The bike was working much better. It is not going to be easy, but so far we can be happy. For sure, Carlos Checa and Max Biaggi will be very strong, but I will try to make their life not too easy.ÔÇØ

Leon Haslam:
Fastest lap Free Practice: 1:37.713 min (P10)/Fastest lap Qualifying Practice 1: 1:37.009 min (P8)
ÔÇ£It was a good day. We collected a lot of data as we have a lot of tyre choices this weekend. We are doing more research on what tyre we are using and working on finding a set-up for each tyre we have. So far we have not tried them all yet, but three different options from five. With the options we will try tomorrow we can be faster, but we need to look for a tyre that lasts the whole race. Overall I am positive. We are not too far away, the times are pretty close and I didnÔÇÖt throw tyres at it to get a lap time so I am really happy.ÔÇØ

Andrea Dosoli (Head of Race Operations):
ÔÇ£Overall, this first day was positive for us. Both riders spent the two sessions working on the settings and evaluating different tyres. Marco was fastest this morning; in the afternoon with the hotter conditions it was a little bit more difficult for him and he was struggling entering corners. His crew collected good information and tomorrow for sure he will improve, although the gap to the front is not so big. We are confident that we can be faster and consistent. Leon and his crew have been working hard on several areas, including tyre selection, electronics and chassis. They will continue evaluating the tyres tomorrow. Also with Leon, it is clear in which direction we have to head in order to improve the lap time and we are sure that he will be faster tomorrow.ÔÇØ
 
PressClub| BMW MOTORRAD ITALIA GOLDBET SBK TEAM - MISANO - FRIDAY

BMW MOTORRAD ITALIA GOLDBET SBK TEAM - MISANO - FRIDAY

The Misano World Circuit saw the World Superbike riders on track today for the first of three days of the seventh round of the 2012 season, the fourth event for the FIM Superstock 1000. The BMW Motorrad Italia GoldBet Superbike Team riders Michel Fabrizio and Ayrton Badovini finished the morning's Free Practice with a fourteenth and a sixth place respectively, while in Qualifying 1 they ended the session eighteenth and twelfth. Sylvain Barrier and Lorenzo Baroni took seventh and a ninth places in the Superstock 1000 first qualifying session.

The two riders went on track for the first time today to take on Free Practice 1 at 11:45am. The session took place on a dry track with high temperatures. Michel Fabrizio - despite a crash at "Curva del Tramonto" from which he escaped unhurt - rode a total of 14 laps and set a time of 1'37.936 that gave him the fourteenth position. Badovini, with 18 laps under his belt and a lap time of 1'37.448 in the final seconds, finished in sixth place.

Qualifying 1 saw Fabrizio crashing out again at turn 10 which brought a premature end to his session with five minutes to go. Due to this the "Gladiator" could not better his 1'37.614 and he finished eighteenth. Ayrton Badovini took twelfth position thanks to a 1'37.295 personal best, set on the 7th of 15 laps ridden. "Speedy" worked intensively on his race pace, from which he got good feedback and some ideas for further modifications for the set-up of his BMW S 1000 RR #86.
In the FIM Superstock 1000 Cup Sylvain Barrier - despite being far from perfect physical condition - gave his best on track and, with a time of 1'40.356, finished seventh in Qualifying 1. Lorenzo Baroni, after finishing second in the morning's free practice, ended the qualifying session in ninth with a lap time of 1'40.377.

Serafino Foti, BMW Motorrad Italia GoldBet Superbike Team Sporting Director, said:
"Today hasn't been an easy one, especially regarding Michel’s results, as he finished Free Practice 1 with an 18th position and he wasn't comfortable with the front end of the bike. He was not able to push as he wanted to and when he tried, he ended up crashing. We're already working on finding a solution and then turning things around tomorrow. We will evaluate all the data available and we'll make the set-up changes needed. Ayrton has done fairly well. He's spent most of the time on track focusing on his race pace. There's still something we have to try on his bike to allow him to better his lap times and to recover some positions."

Michel Fabrizio #84 - FP1 14th (1'37.936) - QP1 18th (1'37.614 ):
"Today we struggled and the eighteenth place in Qualifying 1 shows that. The front end didn't give me a good response and that didn't allow me to be competitive. We must work on such a crucial aspect for a track like Misano and finding the right direction starting from tomorrow morning."

Ayrton Badovini #86 - FP1 6th ( 1'37.448 ) - QP1 12th (1'37.295 ):
"The gap to the front runners is not huge although I'm a long way from the top if we look at the classification. We arrived at this round with a whole new bike weight distribution configuration and because of that we still need a little bit of time to work on it, but from the laps so far I already feel more at ease riding the bike. Now we need just some small changes, so I feel confident for tomorrow."

Free Practice 1: 1- Marco Melandri (BMW Motorrad Motorsport) 1’36.613 2- Carlos Checa (Ducati) + 0.122 3- Sylvain Guintoli (Ducati) + 0.522 6- Ayrton Badovini (BMW Motorrad Italia GoldBet SBK Team) + 0.835 10- Leon Haslam (BMW Motorrad Motorsport) + 1.10014- Michel Fabrizio (BMW Motorrad Italia GoldBet SBK Team) + 1.323

Qualifying 1: 1- Carlos Checa (Ducati) 1’36.621 2- Jonathan Rea (Honda) + 0.047 3- Max Biaggi (Aprilia) + 0.182 4- Marco Melandri (BMW Motorrad Motorsport) + 0.274 8- Leon Haslam (BMW Motorrad Motorsport) + 0.488 12- Ayrton Badovini (BMW Motorrad Italia GoldBet SBK Team) + 0.774 18- Michel Fabrizio (BMW Motorrad Italia GoldBet SBK Team) + 1.093
 
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SBK

motomatters.com: 2012 Misano ÔÇô a Friday of few surprises
Checa's did not but the overall Ducati's performance was the only surprise to me.

Saturday, 9 June | Misano Q2

Sykes tops the Q2 field. Sandi is crashed during the session and will be the only BMW rider not to advance to the Superpole round of qualifying. I am never quiet certain what to make of this session. Haslam appears to have found the speed he was hoping to gain while Melandri seemed to be working on other things. Neither team Goldbet BMW riders displayed more than would be needed to advance.

Back in a few hours with Superpole results

Misano Adriatico - FIM Superbike World Championship - Qualifying*2

1. Tom Sykes (Kawasaki*Racing*Team) Kawasaki ZX-10R 1'35.935
2. Carlos Checa (Althea*Racing) Ducati 1098R 1'36.098
3. Davide Giugliano (Althea*Racing) Ducati 1098R 1'36.273
4. Jonathan Rea (Honda*World*Superbike*Team) Honda CBR1000RR 1'36.315
5. Leon Haslam (BMW*Motorrad*Motorsport) BMW S1000 RR 1'36.378
6. Jakub Smrz (Liberty*Racing*Team*Effenbert) Ducati 1098R 1'36.486
7. Matteo Baiocco (Barni*Racing*Team*Italia) Ducati 1098R 1'36.495
8. Leon Camier (FIXI*Crescent*Suzuki) Suzuki GSX-R1000 1'36.623
9. Sylvain Guintoli (Team*Effenbert*Liberty*Racing) Ducati 1098R 1'36.648
10. Max Biaggi (Aprilia*Racing*Team) Aprilia RSV4 Factory 1'36.703
11. Eugene Laverty (Aprilia*Racing*Team) Aprilia RSV4 Factory 1'36.714
12. Lorenzo Zanetti (PATA*Racing*Team) Ducati 1098R 1'36.724
13. Marco Melandri (BMW*Motorrad*Motorsport) BMW S1000 RR 1'36.749
14. Ayrton Badovini (BMW*Motorrad*Italia*GoldBet) BMW S1000 RR 1'36.778
15. Michel Fabrizio (BMW*Motorrad*Italia*GoldBet) BMW S1000 RR 1'36.820
16. Loris Baz (Kawasaki*Racing*Team) Kawasaki ZX-10R 1'36.854
17. Maxime Berger (Team*Effenbert*Liberty*Racing) Ducati 1098R 1'36.934
18. John Hopkins (FIXI*Crescent*Suzuki) Suzuki GSX-R1000 1'37.168
19. Niccol?? Canepa (Red*Devils*Roma) Ducati 1098R 1'37.202
20. Hiroshi Aoyama (Honda*World*Superbike*Team) Honda CBR1000RR 1'37.250
21. Chaz Davies (ParkinGO*MTC*Racing) Aprilia RSV4 Factory 1'37.312
22. David Salom (Team*Pedercini) Kawasaki ZX-10R 1'37.688
23. Leandro Mercado (Team*Pedercini) Kawasaki ZX-10R 1'38.674
24. Federico Sandi (Grillini*Progea*Superbike*Team) BMW S1000 RR 1'40.251



WORLDSBK: 2012 Race Calendar | Championship Standings Rider / Manufacturer
LeonHaslam.com, MarcoMelandri.co.uk, BMW Motorrad Motorsports.com, AlphaRaccing.com


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Formula 1

fia.com: Press Information
2012 Canadian Grand Prix
Friday Press Conference Transcript
08.06.2012
TEAM REPRESENTATIVES ÔÇô Andrew GREEN (Force India), Antonio
CUQUERELLA (HRT), Graeme LOWDON (Marussia), Jonathan NEALE
(McLaren), Mark GILLAN (Williams).

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The Mothership

Sales result for BMW Motorrad as of May 2012 slightly above previous year, for May 2012 declining. Deliveries of Husqvarna Motorcycles both as of and for May 2012 higher than previous year.
08.06.2012


Munich. The sales result of BMW Motorrad as of May 2012 is slightly higher than that of the equivalent period of the previous year. A total of 48,918 motorcycles (prev. yr. 48,749 units) were sold in the first five months of the year, a rise of 0.3%. Sales for the month of May 2012 fell by 8.8 % to a level below that of the previous month. A total of 11,457 motorcycles (prev. yr. 12,568 units) were delivered to customers worldwide.

According to Heiner Faust, head of sales and marketing BMW Motorrad, "the sales result for May is influenced very strongly by the economic situation in the major motorcycle markets of southern Europe. Although we are the market leaders in Italy and Spain, for example, we were not able to fully offset the consumers buying resistance on these markets against the very positive market developments in Germany, Switzerland, France, Brazil and the USA. For the month of June we again expect a weak sales result compared to the record year of 2011. However, we are planning to use our upcoming entry into the Maxi-Scooter market to raise the sales volume for the second half of the year above the previous year's level. It remains our goal to exceed our sales record from 2011."

Husqvarna Motorcycles, the second motorcycle brand in the BMW Group, has recorded a rise in deliveries for five months in a row. As of May, Husqvarna had delivered 4,420 motorcycles (prev. yr. 3,080 units), a rise of 43.5 %. In May, 860 vehicles (prev. yr. 537 units) were delivered to the Husqvarna dealership network, 60.1 % more than in the same month of the previous year.

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Saturday, 9 June | Misano Superpole Update

SBK

Saturday started with Q1. Worldsbk.com reported the combined results this way:

Tom Sykes (Kawasaki Racing Team) put his name at the top of the timesheets in combined qualifying with a lap time of 1 minute 35.935 seconds in the final qualifying session at Misano.

He edged out Carlos Checa (Althea Racing Ducati), with Checa's team-mate Davide Giugliano third and Jonathan Rea (Honda World Superbike Team) fourth. British riders played a major part at the top of the time sheets, with Leon Haslam (BMW Motorrad Motorsport) fifth. Jakub Smrz (Liberty Racing Team Effenbert) went sixth with a surprise entry in seventh, the wildcard Barni racing Team Italia Ducati of Matteo Baiocco. Leon Camier (FIXI Crescent Suzuki) was eighth and top GSX-R rider.


Suspicion that times in the second qualifying session were a bit tepid seemed confirmed with the second free practice that followed. Checa resumed control of P1. Rea showed he was a serious contender with his Honda while Melandri and Haslam flew the BMW colors.

Misano Adriatico - FIM Superbike World Championship ÔÇô Free Practice

1. Carlos Checa (Althea*Racing) Ducati 1098R 1'36.172
2. Jonathan Rea (Honda*World*Superbike*Team) Honda CBR1000RR 1'36.324
3. Marco Melandri (BMW*Motorrad*Motorsport) BMW S1000 RR 1'36.333
4. Leon Haslam (BMW*Motorrad*Motorsport) BMW S1000 RR 1'36.538
5. Tom Sykes (Kawasaki*Racing*Team) Kawasaki ZX-10R 1'36.702
6. Sylvain Guintoli (Team*Effenbert*Liberty*Racing) Ducati 1098R 1'36.732
7. Max Biaggi (Aprilia*Racing*Team) Aprilia RSV4 Factory 1'36.745
8. Davide Giugliano (Althea*Racing) Ducati 1098R 1'36.804
9. Loris Baz (Kawasaki*Racing*Team) Kawasaki ZX-10R 1'36.829
10. Jakub Smrz (Liberty*Racing*Team*Effenbert) Ducati 1098R 1'36.862
11. Leon Camier (FIXI*Crescent*Suzuki) Suzuki GSX-R1000 1'36.934
12. Ayrton Badovini (BMW*Motorrad*Italia*GoldBet) BMW S1000 RR 1'37.039
13. Eugene Laverty (Aprilia*Racing*Team) Aprilia RSV4 Factory 1'37.197
14. Hiroshi Aoyama (Honda*World*Superbike*Team) Honda CBR1000RR 1'37.482
15. Lorenzo Zanetti (PATA*Racing*Team) Ducati 1098R 1'37.658
16. Michel Fabrizio (BMW*Motorrad*Italia*GoldBet) BMW S1000 RR 1'37.744
17. Maxime Berger (Team*Effenbert*Liberty*Racing) Ducati 1098R 1'37.834
18. Chaz Davies (ParkinGO*MTC*Racing) Aprilia RSV4 Factory 1'37.873
19. Matteo Baiocco (Barni*Racing*Team*Italia) Ducati 1098R 1'37.919
20. Niccol?? Canepa (Red*Devils*Roma) Ducati 1098R 1'37.970
21. John Hopkins (FIXI*Crescent*Suzuki) Suzuki GSX-R1000 1'38.036
22. David Salom (Team*Pedercini) Kawasaki ZX-10R 1'38.218
23. Leandro Mercado (Team*Pedercini) Kawasaki ZX-10R 1'38.724
24. Federico Sandi (Grillini*Progea*Superbike*Team) BMW S1000 RR 1'41.180

The Grid Chart would reorganize to refelct the combined results of Q1 and Q2 when it appeared on screen for Superpole 1. If the appearance of Badovini in P5 is a pleasant surprise prepare yourself for a stunning shock as you look down the grid. You must scan to P13 to find Marco Melandri and P16 for Carlos Checa. Neither advance to SP2! This means many interesting midfield duels as they are forced to recover on the race day track.

If combined qualifying results were surprising they did nothing to prepare fans for how the Superpole would play out.

Misano Adriatico - FIM Superbike World Championship ÔÇô Superpole 1

1. Tom Sykes (Kawasaki*Racing*Team) Kawasaki ZX-10R 1'36.286
2. Jonathan Rea (Honda*World*Superbike*Team) Honda CBR1000RR 1'36.569
3. Davide Giugliano (Althea*Racing) Ducati 1098R 1'36.598
4. Sylvain Guintoli (Team*Effenbert*Liberty*Racing) Ducati 1098R 1'36.875
5. Ayrton Badovini (BMW*Motorrad*Italia*GoldBet) BMW S1000 RR 1'36.949
6. Jakub Smrz (Liberty*Racing*Team*Effenbert) Ducati 1098R 1'37.094
7. Leon Haslam (BMW*Motorrad*Motorsport) BMW S1000 RR 1'37.240
8. Eugene Laverty (Aprilia*Racing*Team) Aprilia RSV4 Factory 1'37.445
9. Matteo Baiocco (Barni*Racing*Team*Italia) Ducati 1098R 1'37.509
10. Max Biaggi (Aprilia*Racing*Team) Aprilia RSV4 Factory 1'37.686
11. Loris Baz (Kawasaki*Racing*Team) Kawasaki ZX-10R 1'37.704
12. Michel Fabrizio (BMW*Motorrad*Italia*GoldBet) BMW S1000 RR 1'37.796
13. Marco Melandri (BMW*Motorrad*Motorsport) BMW S1000 RR 1'37.806
14. Leon Camier (FIXI*Crescent*Suzuki) Suzuki GSX-R1000 1'37.985
15. Lorenzo Zanetti (PATA*Racing*Team) Ducati 1098R 1'38.078
16. Carlos Checa (Althea*Racing) Ducati 1098R 1'38.977

If the results for SP1 were surprising the format of SP2 went one better. I use the live timing feed. There are no explanations, written or symbolic, of what is going on. Expecting the 12 rider format of SP I was totally confused when the grid came up in the 8 rider P3 format. I have no explanations at this time. This freezes riders that had turned in the minimal times to advance to a normal SP2 but not put them in the elite 8 range in their SP1 slots for Sunday. I had failed to check the weather prior to Superpole and with the dearth information I was left confused. It was not until just before posting this the SBK site gave the following up date.

Tom Sykes (Kawasaki Racing Team) was a clear winner in Tissot-Superpole at the eni FIM Superbike World Championship round at Misano, his fifth success in 2012 thus far. His best lap time of 1 minute 35.375 seconds was the best of the weekend to date, with Sykes over 0.6 seconds faster than the next best rider, Jonathan Rea (Honda World Superbike Team). Ayrton Badovini (BMW Motorrad Italia Gold Bet) was a great third at his home round, while another local hero, Davide Giugliano (Althea Racing Ducati) was fourth.

Top names like Max Biaggi (Aprilia Racing), Marco Melandri (BMW Motorrad Motorsport) and Carlos Checa (Althea Racing Ducati) did not get out of Superpole 1 and thus Biaggi starts Sunday's races from the third row, with Melandri and Checa on the fourth.


The session showed the importance of the Italian contingent pushing themselves. Badovini's P5 in SP1 turned into a P3 in SP2. Haslam was not able to get off the second row but that is not a bad place for him to start from.

Misano Adriatico - FIM Superbike World Championship ÔÇô Superpole 2

1. Tom Sykes (Kawasaki*Racing*Team) Kawasaki ZX-10R 1'35.375
2. Jonathan Rea (Honda*World*Superbike*Team) Honda CBR1000RR 1'35.991
3. Ayrton Badovini (BMW*Motorrad*Italia*GoldBet) BMW S1000 RR 1'36.083
4. Davide Giugliano (Althea*Racing) Ducati 1098R 1'36.147
5. Jakub Smrz (Liberty*Racing*Team*Effenbert) Ducati 1098R 1'36.183
6. Leon Haslam (BMW*Motorrad*Motorsport) BMW S1000 RR 1'36.283
7. Eugene Laverty (Aprilia*Racing*Team) Aprilia RSV4 Factory 1'36.365
8. Sylvain Guintoli (Team*Effenbert*Liberty*Racing) Ducati 1098R 1'36.559
9. Matteo Baiocco (Barni*Racing*Team*Italia) Ducati 1098R 1'37.509
10. Max Biaggi (Aprilia*Racing*Team) Aprilia RSV4 Factory 1'37.686
11. Loris Baz (Kawasaki*Racing*Team) Kawasaki ZX-10R 1'37.704
12. Michel Fabrizio (BMW*Motorrad*Italia*GoldBet) BMW S1000 RR 1'37.796
13. Marco Melandri (BMW*Motorrad*Motorsport) BMW S1000 RR 1'37.806
14. Leon Camier (FIXI*Crescent*Suzuki) Suzuki GSX-R1000 1'37.985
15. Lorenzo Zanetti (PATA*Racing*Team) Ducati 1098R 1'38.078
16. Carlos Checa (Althea*Racing) Ducati 1098R 1'38.977
17. Maxime Berger (Team*Effenbert*Liberty*Racing) Ducati 1098R 1'36.934
18. John Hopkins (FIXI*Crescent*Suzuki) Suzuki GSX-R1000 1'37.168
19. Niccol?? Canepa (Red*Devils*Roma) Ducati 1098R 1'37.202
20. Hiroshi Aoyama (Honda*World*Superbike*Team) Honda CBR1000RR 1'37.250
21. Chaz Davies (ParkinGO*MTC*Racing) Aprilia RSV4 Factory 1'37.312
22. David Salom (Team*Pedercini) Kawasaki ZX-10R 1'37.688
23. Leandro Mercado (Team*Pedercini) Kawasaki ZX-10R 1'38.674
24. Federico Sandi (Grillini*Progea*Superbike*Team) BMW S1000 RR 1'40.251

The provisional grid sets all sorts of challenges and battles for Sunday's racers to contend with. In addition it will no doubt yield many stories for writers as riders and teams comment on how Superpole is being handled by InFront. That with the return to Italy Sykes returns to the top of the charts because the rain shortened sessions will have team mangers in apoplexy. Look out when they regain speech.

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Formula 1

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DRIVERS
1 ÔÇô Sebastian VETTEL (Red Bull Racing)
2 ÔÇô Lewis HAMILTON (McLaren)
3 ÔÇô Fernando ALONSO (Ferrari)

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Saturday, a wet shortened Superpole left Biaggi and Checa back in the pack. Sunday Race 1, they methodically work their way to the front and the podium. BMW riders showed strength in the early to mid race but faded at the end. Haslam would finish P13 and Melandri would retire. Race 2 Biaggi took the double, Rea held on to his P2 while the BMW riders to P3-7.

So many things went right in Race 2 but not enough to recover from Biaggi's double and Race 1 disaster. BMW heads to Motorland Aragon P3 in the manufacturer standings.

Race 1
Max Biaggi (Aprilia Racing) rode from the third row to the race win at Misano, after a superb performance in front of his fellow Italian spectators. With many passes and changes being made all through the race Biaggi eventually had to ride hard at the end to defend from another lowly starter, Carlos Checa (Althea Racing Ducati) who finished second, having started 16th.

Davide Giugliano (Althea Racing Ducati) secured a combative third place, with Tom Sykes (Kawasaki Racing Team) fourth after riding up front to start, then dropping to seventh for a time. He overhauled long time race leader Jonathan Rea (Honda World Superbike Team).

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Race 2
Max Biaggi (Aprilia Racing) secured a second brilliant win at Misano, pulling clear after some early action with other riders and winning by a margin of 5.355 seconds, easing down in the final lap.

Jonathan Rea (Honda World Superbike Team) and Leon Haslam (BMW Motorrad Motorsport) had a long fight for second with Rea securing it. Marco Melandri (BMW Motorrad Motorsport) and Ayrton Badovini (BMW Motorrad Italia GoldBet) had another personal duel that went the way of Melandri. The top five riders were covered by only seven seconds at the flag. Race one co-stars Carlos Checa (Althea Racing Ducati) and Davide Giugliano (Althea Racing Ducati) each crashed out of race two.

In the championship fight, Biaggi is on 210.5 points, Rea is second on 172 and Tom Sykes (Kawasaki Racing Team) has 164.5.

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WSTK 1000

World Superstock 1000 results were one bright spot in a tumultuous race weekend.

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BMW Motorrad Motorsport - WSBK - Misano ÔÇô Races

Misano ÔÇô Races.
Sunday, 10th June 2012.

Weather conditions: Cloudy at noon, sunny in the afternoon.
Temperature: Air: 25 ÔÇô 27 ??C, Track: 28 ÔÇô 41 ??C
Number of riders participating: 24 from 14 teams
Fastest lap Race 1: Carlos Checa (Althea Racing) 1:36.080 min
Fastest lap Race 2: Max Biaggi (Aprilia Racing Team) 1:36.557 min


Team BMW Motorrad Motorsport added another podium position to its tally in the FIM Superbike World Championship. Leon HaslamÔÇÖs (GBR) third and Marco MelandriÔÇÖs (ITA) fourth in race two at Misano (ITA) gave a happy end to a race Sunday that started in a difficult way for the team. In race one, both factory riders were denied the top positions they were initially fighting for.

In the opening stages of this first heat both riders showed an incredible performance. Starting sixth and 13th respectively, Leon and Marco quickly fought their way to the front, both being in the top five after three laps. In the process, Marco set a lap time of 1:36.100 minutes which for a while was the new lap record. Halfway through the race Leon was second and his team mate fourth, less than half a second adrift of the lead. But like several competitors, they then both suffered massive issues with tyre wear. Fighting with blunt weapons, Leon and Marco slipped back one place after another. Marco had to retire after 22 laps, having dropped back to 18th. Leon managed to hang on to 12th up to the finishing line.

For race two both crews made another tyre choice ÔÇô and they turned the page again. Leon was challenging for the top positions from the start. Marco meanwhile started his chase from a bit further down the field, being ninth after the first lap. From lap six on, Leon was involved in exciting battles for second place, first with Tom Sykes (GBR) and then for more than half of the race with Jonathan Rea (GBR). In the end he crossed the line in third, just a few tenths shy of second placed Rea. Marco fought his way through the field and was fourth after 14 laps. He defended that position for the remaining ten laps. With BMW Motorrad Italia GoldBet SBK TeamÔÇÖs riders Ayrton Badovini and Michel Fabrizio (both ITA) finishing fifth and sixth, four BMW S 1000 RRs were classified in the top six. In race one, Ayrton was 11th and Michel 14th. Both races were won by Max Biaggi (ITA).

In the RidersÔÇÖ Championship, Marco is fourth with 155.5 points and Leon is sixth with 123 points. In the ManufacturersÔÇÖ Standings BMW lies in third with 197 points, 25.5 points adrift of leader Ducati. Team BMW Motorrad Motorsport will now head to the Spanish Motorland Arag??n where it will conduct two days of testing on 19th and 20th June. The next races in the 2012 Superbike World Championship will then take place at the same venue on 1st July.

In the FIM Superstock 1000 Cup, Sylvain Barrier (FRA), Lorenzo Baroni (ITA) of the BMW Motorrad Italia GoldBet STK Team and Michele Magnoni (ITA) of G.M Racing secured a triple podium for the BMW S 1000 RR. Markus Reiterberger (GER) of Team Alpha Racing finished tenth on his RR.


Leon Haslam:
Result Race 1: 12th / Gap to 1st: 00:22.082 min / Fastest Lap Race 1: 1:36.419 min
Result Race 2: 3rd/ Gap to 1st: 00:05.731 min / Fastest Lap Race 2: 1:37.100 min
ÔÇ£It was another weekend where we challenged for the podium. In race one we were unlucky with the tyre, so we could not do anything. We were fighting for a podium position but then had a tyre issue and dropped three to four seconds a lap. The tyre was unrideable, so I was quite happy to get four points but also frustrated because after these strong first laps we did not get the podium in race one. But we did it in the second one.

Between the races the boys were working hard, as we changed the set-up and made a different tyre choice. This tyre was definitely a lot better. It was a good battle with Johnny. I thought I had the pace to overtake him, but it seems it took me too long to get passed Tom and the other guys, and Johnny was quicker than me in a couple of corners, which made overtaking very difficult. He did a perfect race and we had to settle for third which I donÔÇÖt like doing. But I am happy to be back on the podium and a big thanks to BMW. Now are heading to Arag??n for two more days of testing. We will try to fine tune a few things and get some more mileage on the different tyres.ÔÇØ


Marco Melandri:
Result Race 1: DNF / Fastest Lap Race 1: 1:36.100 min
Result Race 2: 4th/ Gap to 1st: 00:07.004 min / Fastest Lap Race 2: 1:37.109 min
ÔÇ£In race 1 we used the smaller rear tyre, and the grip level was quite ok. Suddenly, after nine or ten laps, the grip level dropped down. It took only another couple of laps and the tyre was gone completely. It was impossible to continue riding, so I decided to come into the garage.

In race 2 we used the bigger rear tyre. I originally preferred this tyre, but we only had one set to use before the races. When we tested the bigger tyre in practice, we had more chattering than with the small one, but did not have the opportunity to fix this issue. As a result we focused on the small tyre for race 1. In race 2 the bike felt much more consistent and the grip level was much better, but unfortunately the chattering was still really bad, so overtaking was tough. On lap four I was behind Carlos. I tried to pass him in turn four where I felt strong in braking. We were side by side, so I expected him to see me. But when we started to flick into the corner he seemed not to realise that I was next to him, as he touched my leg with his shoulder and he lost the front. I am very sorry, Carlos is a great guy and a fair sportsman.

Here in Misano I raced with a special helmet design. We will organise an auction on Ebay in the next couple of days and donate the money to the people in Emilia Romagna who suffered from the earthquake. Just follow me on Twitter and you will find out more about the details.ÔÇØ


Bernhard Gobmeier (BMW Motorrad Motorsport Director):
ÔÇ£It was a difficult weekend for us. As early as in Superpole the weather played a trick on us. At the beginning of race one it was looking very good for us. Both riders showed a strong performance and we were in second and fourth. Marco even set a new lap record for a short time. But as the track temperatures were a bit cooler than yesterday, we chose the wrong tyre. From half distance on it wore away completely. For the second race we made another tyre choice. With it we had been successful in Australia where we jumped on the podium. Our expectations have been met with third and fourth places. With better starting positions, even more would have been possible.

The fact that four RRs finished inside the top six in race two makes me particularly happy. All four have been very close performance wise and we were able to prove that BMW as a manufacturer belongs at the very top. We send hearty congratulation to our endurance colleagues, the BMW Motorrad France Team Thevent, who won the world championship round at Doha this weekend. We are very happy that they have been able celebrate such a dominant victory. Congratulations also go to the BMW riders in the FIM Superstock 1000 Cup who celebrated a triple podium on their RRs today.ÔÇØ

BMW MOTORRAD ITALIA GOLDBET SBK TEAM - MISANO ÔÇô RACE
10.06.2012
The BMW Motorrad Italia GoldBet Superbike Team, had its best result of the season at the Misano World Circuit thanks to thanks to Ayrton Badovini finishing fifth final in the second Super Bike race of the day, while Michel Fabrizio ended up sixth after a good recovery. In the first race the two riders finished 11th and 14th respectively.

In the Superstock 1000 it was a perfect day for the BMW Motorrad Italia GoldBet Superstock Team that scored its first one-two of the season with Sylvain Barrier andLorenzo Baroni finishing the race in first and second. The podium was completed by the BMW S 1000 RR of wild-card entry of Michele Magnoni on a bike prepared by Feel Racing.

Race one saw Ayrton Badovini make a good start and a have a good first part, in which he was tenacious and showed be was capable of maintaining his position until, due to a lack of grip, he had to slow down his pace and ride the laps remaining laps conservatively, eventually finishing 11th.
In race two Speedy, who didn't get a good start from third on the grid, quickly recovered and made it up to a fifth on lap nine. After fighting with some other riders during the remainder of the race, due to a good pace, he maintained the position to the chequered flag.

Michel Fabrizio ended the weekend on a positive note as he finished sixth in race 2. Michel, who got a good start from 12th, managed to make up six places and, after some good defending, kept in sixth to the finishing line. In the first race Fabrizio finished 14th.

Sylvain Barrier notched up his third victory of the season in four rounds held so far, despite not being fully fit. The French rider started the race well, got into the lead early on and dictated the pace up to the chequered flag. With this victory Sylvain is now back in front of the points standings.
It was the first podium in the class for Lorenzo Baroni who, after a collision with Bryan Staring which lost him a lot of ground, impressed the Misano crowd with an outstanding recovery and then sealing his place by an overtaking manouevre on the outside at the "Carro" corner on Michele Magnoni. This move allowed the Italian rider to get a well deserved second place. During the race Lorenzo also set the fastest time of 1'39.248, on the fifth lap.

Serafino Foti, BMW Motorrad Italia GoldBet Superbike Team Sporting Director, said:
"It was a quite positive weekend. TodayÔÇÖs result gives us some room to breathe and makes us look forward to the rest of a season with a renewed confidence. Today both riders rode well. Ayrton was only two seconds away from a podium finish and that means things are going the right way. I'm sorry about the first race as we made a wrong tyre choice and I take full responsibility for it, but those things can happen in such difficult conditions that occurred for the first time during the weekend. We look forward with enthusiasm, we're waiting for the Aragon test that hopefully will allow us to make a further step forward and we'll give - as usual - our very best.

Michel Fabrizio #84 - Race 1 14th - Race 2 6th :
"We managed to turn things around in a weekend that up to today had been tough. In race two I gave my best to get an acceptable result, considering how the first two days went. We have a test scheduled before the next round and that will allow me to work race-wise quietly."

Ayrton Badovini #86 - Race 1 11th - Race 2 5th :
"Ending the round with a fifth place is positive because it matches the improvements we made during the weekend. I could have done better though, but in the early part of the race I lost touch with the leading pack as I was trying to pass Sykes. In the final laps I waited a little bit too long to try and go for the fourth place, and once the first attempt didn't go as planned I was not able to get back close enough for another try. Anyway I'm happy with the improvement we showed here at Misano. In Race one I was doing well but the tyre we used did not allow me to be incisive until the end.
Sylvain Barrier #20 - Supertock 1000 Race 1st: "This was an incredible race as at the start of the weekend I had no idea I would have been at this level, especially if you think that last Tuesday I was at the hospital! The team worked really hard, the injury didn't bother me too much and the bike behaved perfectly. I'd like to thank everyone once again, from the team crew to the doctors who took care of me."

Lorenzo Baroni #14 - Superstock Race 1000 2nd: "Today was a fantastic day and I'm incredibly happy. I want to thank my team, Rossano and my brother, who made sure I was in the right conditions to perform the way I did and without them I would have never got this result. The bike was perfect, unfortunately with four laps to go I had a collision with Staring and lost a lot of time. Without that I could have gone for the victory. I want to congratulate Sylvain for the well deserved victory. I think I did the best race of my career so far. Now we have to get this season back on the right track."

Race 1: 1- Max Biaggi (Aprilia) 38ÔÇÖ58.471 2- Carlos Checa (Ducati) + 0.305 3- Davide Giugliano (Ducati) + 4.503 11- Ayrton Badovini (BMW Motorrad Italia GoldBet SBK Team) + 20.029 12- Leon Haslam (BMW Motorrad Motorsport) 14- Michel Fabrizio (BMW Motorrad Italia GoldBet SBK Team) + 27.014

Race 2: 1- Max Biaggi (Aprilia Racing Team) 39ÔÇÖ01.869 2- Jonathan Rea (Honda) + 5.355 3- Leon Haslam (BMW Motorrad Motorsport) 4- Marco Melandri (BMW Motorrad Motorsport) + 7.004 5- Ayrton Badovini (BMW Motorrad Italia GoldBet SBK Team) + 7.921 6- Michel Fabrizio (BMW Motorrad Italia GoldBet SBK Team) + 17.291

Superstock 1000 Race: 1- Sylvain Barrier (BMW Motorrad Italia GoldBet SBK Team) 10ÔÇÖ06.206 2- Lorenzo Baroni (BMW Motorrad Italia GoldBet SBK Team) + 0.137 3- Michele Magnoni (BMW) + 0.528 4- Eddi La Marra (Ducati) + 0.571 5- Lorenzo Savadori (Ducati) + 2.269

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Formula 1

Vettel took the Canadian Grand Prix Pole but Hamilton takes his third Canadian GP and is the seventh winner of the season.

Lap 50 Hamilton pitted from the lead and returned in P3 behind Alonso and Vettel. They would opt for a risky tyre strategy and in the process be passed by Grosjea and Perez. For Alonso insult was added to injury as Vettel managed to pass him in the closing laps.

Schumacher had troubles with his DRS system and was forced to retire. Massa over reached on lap 6 spinning out while pressuring Webber for P5 and dropping to P12. He was able to finish the day P10.


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Sunday Press Conference Transcript
10.06.2012
DRIVERS
1 ÔÇô Lewis HAMILTON (McLaren)
2 ÔÇô Romain GROSJEAN (Lotus)
3 ÔÇô Sergio P?ëREZ (Sauber)

FIA Stewards Decision hit Willams and Pastor Maldonado with a five grid spot penalty for gearbox problems.

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The Mothership

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The German International Motorcycle Racing Championship (IDM) is one of the most highly-competitive race series out there, packed with world-class riders from all over the globe. This yearÔÇÖs entry list includes 2011 French Superbike Champion Erwan Nigon, former Supersport World Champions Jorg Teuchert and Karl Muggeridge, as well as riders from Austria, The Netherlands, Norway, Czech Republic, ...More

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Munich. BMW Group sales recorded solid growth once again in May. With 156,957 BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce brand automobiles delivered worldwide (prev. yr. 147,565 / +6.4%), the BMW Group achieved its best-ever May sales result. A total of 728,029 (prev. yr. 667,523 / +9.1%) vehicles have been delivered to customers since the start of the year, exceeding the previous yearÔÇÖs first five months by more than 60,000 units....More

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supebikeplanet.com: Yamaha previews Silverstone GP

ultimatemotorcycling.com: Lornezo extends Yamaha contract

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motogp: 2012 race calendar | Results and Statistics
SuterRacing.com, NGM Forward Racing Team



Formula 1

independent.co.uk: Lewis Hamilton savours special triumph in Canada

telegraph.co.uk: Lewis Hamilton's future at McLaren in doubt despite confidence boosting win in Canadian Grand Prix

jamesallenonf1.com: How the Canadian Grand Prix got away from Alonso and Vettel

speedtv.com: Schumacher's bad run mere fate – Brawn

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Formula 1: 2012 Race Calendar | Results Season/Team/Driver
fia.com: 2012 FIA Formula One World Championship - Race Information & Event Starting Times for the 2012 FIA Formula One World Championship


Other Racing

<iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/j-FWfLwvtew" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

cycleworld.com: Gridstone cowboy solo Isle of Man experience

roadandtrack.com: Chevy Camaro to pace WTCC races

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On the Street

asphaltandrubber.com: Do you have a first amendment right to do a burnout?

cyrilhuzeblog.com: Bare bones tracker by La Speed Shop

motorcycle.com: 2012 Soei RF1100 helmet review

visordown.com: Moto Guzzi California pics emerge

UK Ride to Work Day video
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/S88N8PCqOFM" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

webbbikeworld.com: Dainese Aspide jacke review

sportrider.com: Getting a bluetooth heaset microphone to fit inside a motorcycle helmet with Sena option

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The Mothership

Basel. On the occasion of Art Basel on June 12, 2012, Independent Collectors, Hatje Cantz and BMW proudly present the first global guide to private and publicly accessible collections of contemporary art: The BMW Art Guide by Independent Collectors. As the first book of its kind, the guide provides an international overview of 173 publicly accessible private collections of contemporary art. Concise portraits of each collection, replete with color illustrations, take the reader to over 30 countries and through regions and neighborhoods sometimes quite off the beaten path....More

Cage World

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wsj.com: China luxury boom fuels record sales for BMW and Audi

boomberg.com: BMW courts bloggers for $110 million online
Dang, and I'm a lousy news aggregater on a BMW site. We get no money, junkets or respect. :brad

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Reference::

BMW MOA 2012 International Rally

SBK
2012 FIM Superbike Championship Calendar

fim-live.com: FIM Superbike & Supersport Championship & FIM Superstock Cup Regulations 2012

Changes to the FIM Superbike, Supersport and Superstock regulations for 2012:
Some more details of changes to the championship regulations were delivered by the FIM in a press release.

FIM: Official Documents
Link to the current year official documents for all classes and search tool for other years.

FIA Regulations – Formula 1 World Championship

WEATHER
US:
http://www.weather.gov/ | NOAA's National Weather Service
Select to go to the NWS homepage. National Weather Service - or - Follow the National Weather Service on FaceBook

http://www.weather.com | Sedalia, MO 65301

CA:
http://www.weatheroffice.gc.ca/canada_e.html

ROAD CONDITIONS
US:
http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/trafficinfo/ : National Traffic and Road Closure Information
511 - America's Traveler Information Telephone Number; Construction Related; Local and State Transit Links; Traffic Conditions; Regional Links; Weather/Road ...

CA:
http://www.th.gov.bc.ca/drivebc_supp/canada_map.htm :
Canada Road Condition Information: Links to provincial highway condition websites across Canada..

Shameless Trolling For Touring Tips

NHTSA.dot.gov Vehicle Recalls RSS Feed

NHTSA recall database allows searches o safety-related complaints about motor vehicles and equipment by make, model and year.

Transport Canada Recalls Database

Vehicle Owner Service Agency (VOSA) Vehicle Recalls – UK government recall database site

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission: Car and Motorcycle recall site.

Governor's Highway Safety Association. ghsa.orgHighway safety law charts

SportRider.com: Motorcycle Riding Skills Series – Street bike and motorcycle riding skills techniques articles at Sport Rider

BMW-Motorrad.com: Service
Electronic Parts Catalogue
Download Manuals
Breakdown Dictionary
Tyre Options
Tips
Before every journey…
Before a log trip…
Before winter…
How to clean your motorcycle

ascycles.com: BMW Motorcycle Service and Maintenance Schedules

mic.org: Motorcycle Industry Council | Tire Guide 2011.pdf

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Gasbuddy.com: Search for local gas prices along your trip route.

pure-gas.org: Ethanol-free gas stations in the U.S. And Canada

Cycle-ergo.com motorcycle ergonomic simulator.

Video: BMW Final Drive Disassembly

Woot of the Day

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MSF Motorcycle Operators Manual

QOD: Which of the following is a feature of a shatter resistant face shield? http://t.co/QW7WtzwL

Bike Candy

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Wednesday, 13 June

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SBK

worldsbk.com: San Marino round statistics

worldsbk.com: Pirelli notes from Misano World Circuit



WORLDSBK: 2012 Race Calendar | Championship Standings Rider / Manufacturer
LeonHaslam.com, MarcoMelandri.co.uk, BMW Motorrad Motorsports.com, AlphaRaccing.com


motogp

motogp.com: Abraham to participate despite two fractures

motogp.com: Crutchlow heads to Silverston with stats in his favor

ducati.com: Ducati Team travels to Silverstone

staes,am/cp,: Formula promoter in holding pattern in attempt to bring MotoGP to F1 track

autosport.com: Dorna chief Carmelo Ezpeleta says MotoGP's rookie rule could be flexible

motogp: 2012 race calendar | Results and Statistics
SuterRacing.com, NGM Forward Racing Team



Formula 1

formula1.com: Canada analysis ÔÇô triumphant Hamilton leads once more

indpendent.co.uk: McLaren tyre trouble driving Jenson Button mad

reuters.com: F1 must tackle costs urgently, says Montezemolo
-related-
jamesallenonf1.com: Analysis

formula1.com: Mario Andretti Q&A ÔÇô Time for US F1 fans to rejoice

Formula 1: 2012 Race Calendar | Results Season/Team/Driver
fia.com: 2012 FIA Formula One World Championship - Race Information & Event Starting Times for the 2012 FIA Formula One World Championship


Other Racing

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On the Street

thekneeslider.com: Moto Guzzi superbike prototype by Luca Bar

cyrilhuzeblog.com: Harley-Davidson limited water cooling patent

visordown.com: First Ride | 2012 Triumph Street Triple
Legitimate concerns for resale value I have long been impressed by this bike.

motorcycle-usa.com: Dr. Frazer ÔÇô Adventure envelope and risk

Let the integration begin -
ducati.com: Audi and Lamborghini roll into World Ducati Week

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The Mothership

Munich. To mark the 30th anniversary of the second generation of the BMW 3 Series, the BMW 3 Series Club (E21/E30) e.V. is organising a special gathering from 14 to 19 June 2012. The highlight of the event will be a visit to the BMW Group on Saturday, 16 June 2012....More

Cage World

motorward.com: BMW's UK plant to build engines for i8 hybrid

roadandtrack.com: Apples Siri to be integrated into cars

bloomberg.com: Daimler starts production of electric powered Smart beating BMW

<iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/bqpWxd4pfJI" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

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FWIW

ducati.com: Leter from Gabriele del Torchi Ceo of Ducati regarding the earthquake


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Reference::

BMW MOA 2012 International Rally

SBK
2012 FIM Superbike Championship Calendar

fim-live.com: FIM Superbike & Supersport Championship & FIM Superstock Cup Regulations 2012

Changes to the FIM Superbike, Supersport and Superstock regulations for 2012:
Some more details of changes to the championship regulations were delivered by the FIM in a press release.

FIM: Official Documents
Link to the current year official documents for all classes and search tool for other years.

FIA Regulations ÔÇô Formula 1 World Championship

WEATHER
US:
http://www.weather.gov/ | NOAA's National Weather Service
Select to go to the NWS homepage. National Weather Service - or - Follow the National Weather Service on FaceBook

http://www.weather.com | Sedalia, MO 65301

CA:
http://www.weatheroffice.gc.ca/canada_e.html

ROAD CONDITIONS
US:
http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/trafficinfo/ : National Traffic and Road Closure Information
511 - America's Traveler Information Telephone Number; Construction Related; Local and State Transit Links; Traffic Conditions; Regional Links; Weather/Road ...

CA:
http://www.th.gov.bc.ca/drivebc_supp/canada_map.htm :
Canada Road Condition Information: Links to provincial highway condition websites across Canada..

Shameless Trolling For Touring Tips

NHTSA.dot.gov Vehicle Recalls RSS Feed

NHTSA recall database allows searches o safety-related complaints about motor vehicles and equipment by make, model and year.

Transport Canada Recalls Database

Vehicle Owner Service Agency (VOSA) Vehicle Recalls ÔÇô UK government recall database site

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission: Car and Motorcycle recall site.

Governor's Highway Safety Association. ghsa.orgHighway safety law charts

SportRider.com: Motorcycle Riding Skills Series ÔÇô Street bike and motorcycle riding skills techniques articles at Sport Rider

BMW-Motorrad.com: Service
Electronic Parts Catalogue
Download Manuals
Breakdown Dictionary
Tyre Options
Tips
Before every journey
Before a log trip
Before winter
How to clean your motorcycle

ascycles.com: BMW Motorcycle Service and Maintenance Schedules

mic.org: Motorcycle Industry Council | Tire Guide 2011.pdf

1224188747_KnFmX-Ti.jpg
Gasbuddy.com: Search for local gas prices along your trip route.

pure-gas.org: Ethanol-free gas stations in the U.S. And Canada

Cycle-ergo.com motorcycle ergonomic simulator.

Video: BMW Final Drive Disassembly

Woot of the Day

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MSF Motorcycle Operators Manual

QOD: Why should you keep well behind the vehicle ahead of you when you are stopped? http://t.co/mLUiegN9

Bike Candy

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Thursday, 14 June

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Members with Birthdays Today


SBK

worldsbk.com: Rea up to second but taking things one step at a time

bloomberg.com: Aprilia superbike outguns Bugatti rockets to best in class



WORLDSBK: 2012 Race Calendar | Championship Standings Rider / Manufacturer
LeonHaslam.com, MarcoMelandri.co.uk, BMW Motorrad Motorsports.com, AlphaRaccing.com


motogp

supebikeplanet.com: Suzuki On A Shoestring: Now Comes The Hard Part

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motogp: 2012 race calendar | Results and Statistics
SuterRacing.com, NGM Forward Racing Team



Formula 1

mirror.co.uk: Why this year's F1 championship is impossible to call

jamesallenonf1.com: Suber ÔÇô This is the best F1 car we've ever produced

speedtv.com: Lotus must improve qualifying form says Permane

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Formula 1: 2012 Race Calendar | Results Season/Team/Driver
fia.com: 2012 FIA Formula One World Championship - Race Information & Event Starting Times for the 2012 FIA Formula One World Championship


Other Racing

paddoctalk.com: BMW S1000RR sidecar racing victory

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Albania Rally 2012: Short videoclip (no comment) from the SS02 in Albania - see more at marathonrally.com
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washingtonpost.com: IndyCar scheduled August racing China has been canceled

espn.com: IndyCar calls Eddi Gossage ÔÇô 2012 Finale Texas Motor Speedway as possible finale


On the Street

motorspornewswire.com: Bartels to produce Sons of Anarchy Harleys

asphaltandrubber.com: Lies, dam lies and the MIC's electric motorcycle range estimates
-related-
evworld.com: Motorcycle Industry Develops E-Cycle Range Protocol

utlitmatemotorcycling.com: Chines motorcycle industry ÔÇô a way forward

cycleworld.com: From the Cycle Archives - SATISFIED MIND
For the Love of a 175cc Ducati with a funny front brake.

cyrilhuzeblog.com: Fast motorcycle industry news

ultimatemotorcycling.com: BMW Motorrad unveils London Olympic fleet

foxbusiness.com: Business leaders ÔÇô Harley-Davidson's Keith Wadell

Make certain the cc feature is turned on for this
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Just for fun a 1936 Faibanks Morse Model 32D
Running in Pottsville Oregon. Hard to tell from a video but this thing shakes the Ground when it runs.
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The Mothership

Munich/London: Today, the BMW Group presented its first BMW i Store worldwide in London, unveiling a showroom that offers a completely new brand experience focused on sustainable mobility. BMW i Park Lane will officially open its doors on 25th July. ...More

Four award-winners spanning a displacement range of 1.6 to 4.0 litres ÔÇô BMW Group again emerges as the most successful auto manufacturer in the internationally renowned engine contest....More

Cage World

businesweek.com: China sales of new 3 Series BMW top forecasts

businessweek.com: BMW plans i8 electric sports care price of 100,000 euros

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roadandtrack.com: Steve McQueen's Ferrari 275GTB4 returns to factory spec

<iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/WJCNQpkG2Hs" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

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Reference::

BMW MOA 2012 International Rally

SBK
2012 FIM Superbike Championship Calendar

fim-live.com: FIM Superbike & Supersport Championship & FIM Superstock Cup Regulations 2012

Changes to the FIM Superbike, Supersport and Superstock regulations for 2012:
Some more details of changes to the championship regulations were delivered by the FIM in a press release.

FIM: Official Documents
Link to the current year official documents for all classes and search tool for other years.

FIA Regulations ÔÇô Formula 1 World Championship

WEATHER
US:
http://www.weather.gov/ | NOAA's National Weather Service
Select to go to the NWS homepage. National Weather Service - or - Follow the National Weather Service on FaceBook

http://www.weather.com | Sedalia, MO 65301

CA:
http://www.weatheroffice.gc.ca/canada_e.html

ROAD CONDITIONS
US:
http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/trafficinfo/ : National Traffic and Road Closure Information
511 - America's Traveler Information Telephone Number; Construction Related; Local and State Transit Links; Traffic Conditions; Regional Links; Weather/Road ...

CA:
http://www.th.gov.bc.ca/drivebc_supp/canada_map.htm :
Canada Road Condition Information: Links to provincial highway condition websites across Canada..

Shameless Trolling For Touring Tips

NHTSA.dot.gov Vehicle Recalls RSS Feed

NHTSA recall database allows searches o safety-related complaints about motor vehicles and equipment by make, model and year.

Transport Canada Recalls Database

Vehicle Owner Service Agency (VOSA) Vehicle Recalls ÔÇô UK government recall database site

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission: Car and Motorcycle recall site.

Governor's Highway Safety Association. ghsa.orgHighway safety law charts

SportRider.com: Motorcycle Riding Skills Series ÔÇô Street bike and motorcycle riding skills techniques articles at Sport Rider

BMW-Motorrad.com: Service
Electronic Parts Catalogue
Download Manuals
Breakdown Dictionary
Tyre Options
Tips
Before every journey
Before a log trip
Before winter
How to clean your motorcycle

ascycles.com: BMW Motorcycle Service and Maintenance Schedules

mic.org: Motorcycle Industry Council | Tire Guide 2011.pdf

1224188747_KnFmX-Ti.jpg
Gasbuddy.com: Search for local gas prices along your trip route.

pure-gas.org: Ethanol-free gas stations in the U.S. And Canada

Cycle-ergo.com motorcycle ergonomic simulator.

Video: BMW Final Drive Disassembly

Woot of the Day

1248585279_iDbKX-O.jpg
MSF Motorcycle Operators Manual


Bike Candy

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Friday, 15 June

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SBK

ultimatemotorcycling.com: Honda World Superbike wraps private Assen test



WORLDSBK: 2012 Race Calendar | Championship Standings Rider / Manufacturer
LeonHaslam.com, MarcoMelandri.co.uk, BMW Motorrad Motorsports.com, AlphaRaccing.com


motogp

gpone.com: Lorenzo Stoner fighting for history

reuters.com: Lorenzo says he turned down Honda offer

sportrider.com: Lorenzo signing affecting Rossi future MotoGP options

motomatters.com: Dani Pedrosa on future contracts and prospects of retirement

superbikeplanet.com: “Spies Rule” only applies to American riders, apparently

motorcycledaily.com: Why you need to know Marc Marquez

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motogp: 2012 race calendar | Results and Statistics
SuterRacing.com, NGM Forward Racing Team



Formula 1

speedtv.com: F1 report reveals McLaren tire temperature trick

reuters.com: Victory now looks possible – say Sauber

bbc.co.uk: Peter Sauber slams critics who claim F1 results are too random

speedtv.com: Jacques Villeneuve predicts Lotus might drop Kimi Raikkonen

<iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/-Z2-jkKKJb4" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

Formula 1: 2012 Race Calendar | Results Season/Team/Driver
fia.com: 2012 FIA Formula One World Championship - Race Information & Event Starting Times for the 2012 FIA Formula One World Championship


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Other Racing

bmwgroup.com/fr: The BMW Motorrad France claimed his first victory in the World Endurance Championship at 8:00 Doha!

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On the Street

businessweek.com: Government issues motorcycle helmet safety warning

motorcyclistonline.com: MIC associations participate in study showing outdoor recreation to be $646 billion industry nationwide

motocyclenews.com: BMW pushing ahead with e scooter development

webbikeworld.com: Dainese Air Fram Jacket review

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The Mothership

BMW GS-riding adventurer and author Charley Boorman has set off on his second Extreme Frontiers adventure, this time to South Africa. In the follow up to his popular TV series, which saw him travel around the most remote and wild parts of Canada, Boorman is spending six weeks journeying around the most southern nation in Africa. ......More

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Reference::

BMW MOA 2012 International Rally

SBK
2012 FIM Superbike Championship Calendar

fim-live.com: FIM Superbike & Supersport Championship & FIM Superstock Cup Regulations 2012

Changes to the FIM Superbike, Supersport and Superstock regulations for 2012:
Some more details of changes to the championship regulations were delivered by the FIM in a press release.

FIM: Official Documents
Link to the current year official documents for all classes and search tool for other years.

FIA Regulations – Formula 1 World Championship

WEATHER
US:
http://www.weather.gov/ | NOAA's National Weather Service
Select to go to the NWS homepage. National Weather Service - or - Follow the National Weather Service on FaceBook

http://www.weather.com | Sedalia, MO 65301

CA:
http://www.weatheroffice.gc.ca/canada_e.html

ROAD CONDITIONS
US:
http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/trafficinfo/ : National Traffic and Road Closure Information
511 - America's Traveler Information Telephone Number; Construction Related; Local and State Transit Links; Traffic Conditions; Regional Links; Weather/Road ...

CA:
http://www.th.gov.bc.ca/drivebc_supp/canada_map.htm :
Canada Road Condition Information: Links to provincial highway condition websites across Canada..

Shameless Trolling For Touring Tips

NHTSA.dot.gov Vehicle Recalls RSS Feed

NHTSA recall database allows searches o safety-related complaints about motor vehicles and equipment by make, model and year.

Transport Canada Recalls Database

Vehicle Owner Service Agency (VOSA) Vehicle Recalls – UK government recall database site

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission: Car and Motorcycle recall site.

Governor's Highway Safety Association. ghsa.orgHighway safety law charts

SportRider.com: Motorcycle Riding Skills Series – Street bike and motorcycle riding skills techniques articles at Sport Rider

BMW-Motorrad.com: Service
Electronic Parts Catalogue
Download Manuals
Breakdown Dictionary
Tyre Options
Tips
Before every journey…
Before a log trip…
Before winter…
How to clean your motorcycle

ascycles.com: BMW Motorcycle Service and Maintenance Schedules

mic.org: Motorcycle Industry Council | Tire Guide 2011.pdf

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Gasbuddy.com: Search for local gas prices along your trip route.

pure-gas.org: Ethanol-free gas stations in the U.S. And Canada

Cycle-ergo.com motorcycle ergonomic simulator.

Video: BMW Final Drive Disassembly

Woot of the Day

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MSF Motorcycle Operators Manual

QOD: What should you do when entering a turn? http://t.co/TYIiO7IB

TIP: FINE-C Fuel - Turn the fuel supply valve or petcock to the ON position. Ignition - Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.

Bike Candy

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WORLDSBK: 2012 Race Calendar | Championship Standings Rider / Manufacturer
LeonHaslam.com, MarcoMelandri.co.uk, BMW Motorrad Motorsports.com, AlphaRaccing.com


motogp

motorsport.com: Technical issues stall Edwards progress

motogp.com: Rossi fastest in first MotoGP practice

1 46 Valentino ROSSI
ITA Ducati Team DUCATI 2'19.328 16 16 300.1
69 Nicky DUCATI 2 HAYDEN USA Ducati Team 2'19.405 14 14 0.077 0.077 299.9
3 4 Andrea DOVIZIOSO ITA Monster Yamaha Tech 3 YAMAHA 2'20.127 16 16 0.799 0.722 304.2
4 1 Casey STONER AUS Repsol Honda Team HONDA 2'20.321 10 11 0.993 0.194 303.6
5 35 Cal CRUTCHLOW GBR Monster Yamaha Tech 3 YAMAHA 2'21.263 12 14 1.935 0.942 298.4
6 6 Stefan BRADL GER LCR Honda MotoGP HONDA 2'21.917 13 13 2.589 0.654 291.7
7 26 Dani PEDROSA SPA Repsol Honda Team HONDA 2'22.713 14 15 3.385 0.796 298.1
8 99 Jorge LORENZO SPA Yamaha Factory Racing YAMAHA 2'23.174 12 13 3.846 0.461 293.9
9 19 Alvaro BAUTISTA SPA San Carlo Honda Gresini HONDA 2'23.326 7 9 3.998 0.152 299.3
10 8 Hector BARBERA SPA Pramac Racing Team DUCATI 2'24.150 13 13 4.822 0.824 296.5
11 11 Ben SPIES USA Yamaha Factory Racing YAMAHA 2'24.214 7 9 4.886 0.064 297.4
12 14 Randy DE PUNIET FRA Power Electronics Aspar ART 2'24.360 15 15 5.032 0.146 278.9
13 54 Mattia PASINI
ITA Speed Master ART 2'24.390 14 14 5.062 0.030 281.8
14 9 Danilo PETRUCCI
ITA Came IodaRacing Project IODA 2'25.012 15 15 5.684 0.622 273.8
15 51 Michele PIRRO ITA San Carlo Honda Gresini FTR 2'25.051 14 14 5.723 0.039 280.7
16 41 Aleix ESPARGARO SPA Power Electronics Aspar ART 2'25.065 14 14 5.737 0.014 281.2
17 77 James ELLISON GBR Paul Bird Motorsport ART 2'25.150 12 14 5.822 0.085 267.7
18 68 Yonny HERNANDEZ COL Avintia Blusens BQR 2'25.298 15 15 5.970 0.148 282.3
19 22 Ivan SILVA SPA Avintia Blusens BQR 2'28.615 12 12 9.287 3.317 269.4
Not qualified (Out 107%) 2'29.081
5 Colin EDWARDS USA NGM Mobile Forward Racing SUTER 2'31.468 9 10 12.140 2.853 266.5
Not Classified
17 Karel ABRAHAM CZE Cardion AB Motoracing DUCATI




motogp.com: Stoner tops second MotoGP free practice

1 1 Casey STONER AUS Repsol Honda Team HONDA 2'04.791 8 10 309.8
2 11 Ben SPIES USA Yamaha Factory Racing YAMAHA 2'04.825 11 12 0.034 0.034 308.8
3 19 Alvaro BAUTISTA SPA San Carlo Honda Gresini HONDA 2'04.995 10 12 0.204 0.170 308.9
69 Nicky DUCATI 4 HAYDEN USA Ducati Team 2'05.353 12 13 0.562 0.358 305.4
5 6 Stefan BRADL GER LCR Honda MotoGP HONDA 2'05.391 15 15 0.600 0.038 312.4
6 4 Andrea DOVIZIOSO ITA Monster Yamaha Tech 3 YAMAHA 2'05.448 15 15 0.657 0.057 311.8
7 99 Jorge LORENZO SPA Yamaha Factory Racing YAMAHA 2'05.488 12 12 0.697 0.040 307.7
8 35 Cal CRUTCHLOW GBR Monster Yamaha Tech 3 YAMAHA 2'05.574 13 13 0.783 0.086 308.2
9 26 Dani PEDROSA SPA Repsol Honda Team HONDA 2'05.886 14 14 1.095 0.312 309.1
10 8 Hector BARBERA SPA Pramac Racing Team DUCATI 2'06.084 11 13 1.293 0.198 311.8
11 46 Valentino ROSSI
ITA Ducati Team DUCATI 2'07.125 14 14 2.334 1.041 310.5
12 14 Randy DE PUNIET FRA Power Electronics Aspar ART 2'07.893 14 14 3.102 0.768 290.7
13 51 Michele PIRRO ITA San Carlo Honda Gresini FTR 2'08.535 13 13 3.744 0.642 287.9
14 54 Mattia PASINI
ITA Speed Master ART 2'08.975 12 12 4.184 0.440 286.6
15 68 Yonny HERNANDEZ COL Avintia Blusens BQR 2'09.078 8 12 4.287 0.103 288.2
16 41 Aleix ESPARGARO SPA Power Electronics Aspar ART 2'09.379 8 13 4.588 0.301 287.6
17 77 James ELLISON GBR Paul Bird Motorsport ART 2'09.944 3 12 5.153 0.565 289.5
18 9 Danilo PETRUCCI
ITA Came IodaRacing Project IODA 2'11.325 13 13 6.534 1.381 274.5
19 5 Colin EDWARDS USA NGM Mobile Forward Racing SUTER 2'11.600 7 8 6.809 0.275 284.4
20 22 Ivan SILVA SPA Avintia Blusens BQR 2'12.737 10 10 7.946 1.137 285.6
Not Classified
17 Karel ABRAHAM CZE Cardion AB Motoracing DUCATI

In cold conditions it was Repsol Honda Team’s Casey Stoner who went fastest in the final free practice session of the Hertz British Grand Prix at Silverstone ahead of Jorge Lorenzo and Ben Spies.

1 1 Casey STONER AUS Repsol Honda Team HONDA 2'03.941 12 12 313.1
2 99 Jorge LORENZO SPA Yamaha Factory Racing YAMAHA 2'04.357 10 13 0.416 0.416 311.7
3 11 Ben SPIES USA Yamaha Factory Racing YAMAHA 2'04.427 15 15 0.486 0.070 310.3
4 4 Andrea DOVIZIOSO ITA Monster Yamaha Tech 3 YAMAHA 2'04.566 14 14 0.625 0.139 311.3
5 19 Alvaro BAUTISTA SPA San Carlo Honda Gresini HONDA 2'04.886 9 13 0.945 0.320 311.4
6 26 Dani PEDROSA SPA Repsol Honda Team HONDA 2'05.021 6 12 1.080 0.135 309.6
69 Nicky DUCATI 7 HAYDEN USA Ducati Team 2'05.114 5 11 1.173 0.093 309.8
8 8 Hector BARBERA SPA Pramac Racing Team DUCATI 2'06.377 5 9 2.436 1.263 311.2
9 46 Valentino ROSSI
ITA Ducati Team DUCATI 2'06.548 4 15 2.607 0.171 310.7
10 14 Randy DE PUNIET FRA Power Electronics Aspar ART 2'07.190 7 12 3.249 0.642 289.8
11 41 Aleix ESPARGARO SPA Power Electronics Aspar ART 2'07.359 6 9 3.418 0.169 288.4
12 51 Michele PIRRO ITA San Carlo Honda Gresini FTR 2'07.846 12 13 3.905 0.487 289.8
13 77 James ELLISON GBR Paul Bird Motorsport ART 2'08.564 13 13 4.623 0.718 291.9
14 54 Mattia PASINI
ITA Speed Master ART 2'08.695 7 13 4.754 0.131 288.8
15 68 Yonny HERNANDEZ COL Avintia Blusens BQR 2'09.275 11 11 5.334 0.580 290.5
16 9 Danilo PETRUCCI
ITA Came IodaRacing Project IODA 2'09.643 10 13 5.702 0.368 277.8
17 22 Ivan SILVA SPA Avintia Blusens BQR 2'10.048 12 13 6.107 0.405 287.2
18 5 Colin EDWARDS USA NGM Mobile Forward Racing SUTER 2'11.935 4 9 7.994 1.887 288.2
Not Classified
6 Stefan BRADL GER LCR Honda MotoGP HONDA
17 Karel ABRAHAM CZE Cardion AB Motoracing DUCATI
35 Cal CRUTCHLOW GBR Monster Yamaha Tech 3 YAMAHA
Fastest Lap: Lap: 12 Casey STONER

honda.com: Repsol Honda Team face Silverstone challenge

ducati.com: Rossi and Hayden fast in the wet, working to improve in dry

reuters.com: Abraham to miss the British Grand Prix

motogp: 2012 race calendar | Results and Statistics
SuterRacing.com, NGM Forward Racing Team



Formula 1

telegraph.co.uk: FIA close to fresh agreement with Bernie Ecclestone

reuters.com: Formula One body sets cost cutting deadline

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Formula 1: 2012 Race Calendar | Results Season/Team/Driver
fia.com: 2012 FIA Formula One World Championship - Race Information & Event Starting Times for the 2012 FIA Formula One World Championship


Other Racing

reuters.com: Sleek delta wing brings Gotham to Le Mans

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On the Street

motorsportsnewswire.com: Motorcyclist nationwide to celebrate Ride to Work Day on Monday

bsmotoring.com: Quick Review – Piaggio Vespa

cycleworld.com: Can Am RPM Caliber gear product review

cycleworld.com: Audi – Ducati | A marriage made in heaven?

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The Mothership

BMW Motorrad develops helmet Race for sport motorcyclists. The BMW Motorrad helmet Race debuts at N??rburgring....More


The 2013 BMW ALPINA B7 super-high performance luxury sedan with enhanced features, efficiency, and individuality for discriminating customers....More

Cage World

dvice.com: BMW's folding electric bike is the ultimate pedaling machine

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Reference::

Woot of the Day

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MSF Motorcycle Operators Manual

TIP: What's the most important prerequisite of safe motorcycling? Your brain. Mental preparation is essential to managing risk when riding.

QOD: Before starting a long trip, a safe rider always does what? http://t.co/tx5N7zUo

Bike Candy

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SBK

WORLDSBK: 2012 Race Calendar | Championship Standings Rider / Manufacturer
LeonHaslam.com, MarcoMelandri.co.uk, BMW Motorrad Motorsports.com, AlphaRaccing.com


motogp

sportrider.com: Silverstone qualifying report ÔÇô Bautista first pole, Spies second.

asphaltandrubber.com: A touch of rain shakes oup MotoGP qualifying

superbikeplanet.com: Saturday quote machine from Silverstone

hondaproracing.com: Honda's Bautista to start British MotoGP from pole position

yamaha-motor.co.jp: Great Britain qualifying report

sportrider.com: Rossi and Hayden crash in the same corner

ducati.com: Hayden seventh, Rossi tenth in Silverstone qualifying

independent.co.uk: Crutchlow put on back foot by mystery spill

sportrider.com: Change of riding approach start Spies turnaround

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Sunday Warmup

motogp.com: Crutchlow back for MotoGP warm-up as Lorenzo leads the way

Warm Up Classification

motogp: 2012 race calendar | Results and Statistics
SuterRacing.com, NGM Forward Racing Team



Formula 1

formula1.com: Europe preview quotes

speedtv.com: Bernie Ecclesotne delighted with historic 2012 Formula One season

speedtv.com: High demand for US Grand Prix tickets

bbc.co.uk: Keeping F1 costs down


Formula 1: 2012 Race Calendar | Results Season/Team/Driver
fia.com: 2012 FIA Formula One World Championship - Race Information & Event Starting Times for the 2012 FIA Formula One World Championship


Other Racing

motorsporsnewswire.com: DungeyÔÇÖs Winning Streak Grows to Three with Dominant Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship Outing at Budds Creek

SuperSide ÔÇô fim-live.com: Reeves and Hawes stand on top sport of the podium

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roadandtrack.com: An end to the Deltawins debut ÔÇô 2012 24 Hours of Le Mans

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racer.com: Contact forces Deltawing retirement

On the Street

motorcycle-usa.com: S1000RR street comparison

ultimatemotorcyclin.com: Honda Goldwing taking flight anew

cyrilhuzeblog.com: Motorcycle helmet laws reduce deahts ÔÇô CDC

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Cage World

thesun.co.uk: A NEW armoured vehicle developed by Formula 1 star Lewis HamiltonÔÇÖs engineers has arrived in Afghanistan for Our Boys.

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Reference::

BMW MOA 2012 International Rally

SBK
2012 FIM Superbike Championship Calendar

fim-live.com: FIM Superbike & Supersport Championship & FIM Superstock Cup Regulations 2012

Changes to the FIM Superbike, Supersport and Superstock regulations for 2012:
Some more details of changes to the championship regulations were delivered by the FIM in a press release.

FIM: Official Documents
Link to the current year official documents for all classes and search tool for other years.

FIA Regulations ÔÇô Formula 1 World Championship

WEATHER
US:
http://www.weather.gov/ | NOAA's National Weather Service
Select to go to the NWS homepage. National Weather Service - or - Follow the National Weather Service on FaceBook

http://www.weather.com | Sedalia, MO 65301

CA:
http://www.weatheroffice.gc.ca/canada_e.html

ROAD CONDITIONS
US:
http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/trafficinfo/ : National Traffic and Road Closure Information
511 - America's Traveler Information Telephone Number; Construction Related; Local and State Transit Links; Traffic Conditions; Regional Links; Weather/Road ...

CA:
http://www.th.gov.bc.ca/drivebc_supp/canada_map.htm :
Canada Road Condition Information: Links to provincial highway condition websites across Canada..

Shameless Trolling For Touring Tips

NHTSA.dot.gov Vehicle Recalls RSS Feed

NHTSA recall database allows searches o safety-related complaints about motor vehicles and equipment by make, model and year.

Transport Canada Recalls Database

Vehicle Owner Service Agency (VOSA) Vehicle Recalls ÔÇô UK government recall database site

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission: Car and Motorcycle recall site.

Governor's Highway Safety Association. ghsa.orgHighway safety law charts

SportRider.com: Motorcycle Riding Skills Series ÔÇô Street bike and motorcycle riding skills techniques articles at Sport Rider

BMW-Motorrad.com: Service
Electronic Parts Catalogue
Download Manuals
Breakdown Dictionary
Tyre Options
Tips
Before every journey
Before a log trip
Before winter
How to clean your motorcycle

ascycles.com: BMW Motorcycle Service and Maintenance Schedules

mic.org: Motorcycle Industry Council | Tire Guide 2011.pdf

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Gasbuddy.com: Search for local gas prices along your trip route.

pure-gas.org: Ethanol-free gas stations in the U.S. And Canada

Cycle-ergo.com motorcycle ergonomic simulator.

Video: BMW Final Drive Disassembly

Woot of the Day

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MSF Motorcycle Operators Manual

TIP: Group rides: keep at least a 2-second following distance from the m/c in front of you. P.47 http://t.co/jfDwhhh2

QOD: How do high-quality motorcycle boots help you? http://t.co/P3mREGAd

Bike Candy

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WORLDSBK: 2012 Race Calendar | Championship Standings Rider / Manufacturer
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motogp

motogp.com: Lorenzo strikes at Silverstone while Stoner and Pedrosa return to the podium which Bautista narrowly missed.

bbc.co.uk: Injured Cruthclow to defy doctors and keep racing]bbc.co.uk[/url]: British MotoGP: Steve Parrish on a superb Cal Crutchlow ride

motorsport.com: Lorenzo extends championship lead at Silverstone

supebikeplanet.com: Silverstone quote machine final

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motogp: 2012 race calendar | Results and Statistics
SuterRacing.com, NGM Forward Racing Team


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Formula 1

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Formula 1: 2012 Race Calendar | Results Season/Team/Driver
fia.com: 2012 FIA Formula One World Championship - Race Information & Event Starting Times for the 2012 FIA Formula One World Championship


Other Racing

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reuters.com: Audi triumphant at Le Mans

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sportsillustrated.cnn.com: IndyCar Milwaukee ÔÇô Officiating sideshow overshadows IndyCar momentum

espn.go.com: IndyCar official admits mistake ÔÇô Scott Dixon penalty

On the Street

asphaltandrubber.com: Monday is ride to work day

cyrilhuzebblog.com: American made Lazy Boy jacket for the cafe crowd

webbikeworld.com: AGV "K-4 EVO" Helmet Review
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The Mothership

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Reference::

BMW MOA 2012 International Rally

SBK
2012 FIM Superbike Championship Calendar

fim-live.com: FIM Superbike & Supersport Championship & FIM Superstock Cup Regulations 2012

Changes to the FIM Superbike, Supersport and Superstock regulations for 2012:
Some more details of changes to the championship regulations were delivered by the FIM in a press release.

FIM: Official Documents
Link to the current year official documents for all classes and search tool for other years.

FIA Regulations ÔÇô Formula 1 World Championship

WEATHER
US:
http://www.weather.gov/ | NOAA's National Weather Service
Select to go to the NWS homepage. National Weather Service - or - Follow the National Weather Service on FaceBook

http://www.weather.com | Sedalia, MO 65301

CA:
http://www.weatheroffice.gc.ca/canada_e.html

ROAD CONDITIONS
US:
http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/trafficinfo/ : National Traffic and Road Closure Information
511 - America's Traveler Information Telephone Number; Construction Related; Local and State Transit Links; Traffic Conditions; Regional Links; Weather/Road ...

CA:
http://www.th.gov.bc.ca/drivebc_supp/canada_map.htm :
Canada Road Condition Information: Links to provincial highway condition websites across Canada..

Shameless Trolling For Touring Tips

NHTSA.dot.gov Vehicle Recalls RSS Feed

NHTSA recall database allows searches o safety-related complaints about motor vehicles and equipment by make, model and year.

Transport Canada Recalls Database

Vehicle Owner Service Agency (VOSA) Vehicle Recalls ÔÇô UK government recall database site

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission: Car and Motorcycle recall site.

Governor's Highway Safety Association. ghsa.orgHighway safety law charts

SportRider.com: Motorcycle Riding Skills Series ÔÇô Street bike and motorcycle riding skills techniques articles at Sport Rider

BMW-Motorrad.com: Service
Electronic Parts Catalogue
Download Manuals
Breakdown Dictionary
Tyre Options
Tips
Before every journey
Before a log trip
Before winter
How to clean your motorcycle

ascycles.com: BMW Motorcycle Service and Maintenance Schedules

mic.org: Motorcycle Industry Council | Tire Guide 2011.pdf

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Gasbuddy.com: Search for local gas prices along your trip route.

pure-gas.org: Ethanol-free gas stations in the U.S. And Canada

Cycle-ergo.com motorcycle ergonomic simulator.

Video: BMW Final Drive Disassembly

Woot of the Day

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MSF Motorcycle Operators Manual

TIP: Group rides: DonÔÇÖt ride side by side. Keep a staggered formation. P.47 http://t.co/jfDwhhh2

QOD: What type of protection should you add when wearing a three-quarter helmet? http://t.co/QOAy01mf

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WORLDSBK: 2012 Race Calendar | Championship Standings Rider / Manufacturer
LeonHaslam.com, MarcoMelandri.co.uk, BMW Motorrad Motorsports.com, AlphaRaccing.com


motogp

autosport.com: Rossi labels Silverstone 'a disaster' and says Ducati struggling to fix its problems

motogp.com: Edwards close to the points at Silverstone

Casey Stoners Blog: Good bye Silverstone

world.honda.com/RC-V/RC212V: Honda has opened its "Secrets Behind the RC-V Series" site, providing rare, behind-the-scenes insights into the development of the world-beating MotoGP racing bikes.

londonbikers.com: Live web chat with Cal Crutchlow Tuesday 19th 7pm [local time]

motogp: 2012 race calendar | Results and Statistics
SuterRacing.com, NGM Forward Racing Team



Formula 1

eurosport.com: Witmarsh ÔÇô Greener engines key to F1 future
FWIW: Here I thought it was cutting edge technology and more passing.
Silly me.

bbc.co.uk: Formula 1's greatest drivers. Number 13: Nigel Mansell

jamesallenonf1.com: Lotus and Sauber to spring a surprise in Valencia?


Formula 1: 2012 Race Calendar | Results Season/Team/Driver
fia.com: 2012 FIA Formula One World Championship - Race Information & Event Starting Times for the 2012 FIA Formula One World Championship


Other Racing

Three wins and eight podium finishes: that was the overall result this weekend for the BMW teams supported directly by BMW Motorrad HP RaceSupport in the International German Motorcycle Championship (IDM) and the French Superbike Championship (FSBK). The BMW S 1000 RR riders were particularly successful in the fiercely competitive IDM Superbike at the N??rburgring (GER): not only did they occupy all three steps on the podium in both races, but also dominated the places just outside the top three....

Simulation and self-control: an intensive workshop allowed the Formula BMW Talent Cup participants to add more key pieces to their career jigsaw....

fia.com: Audi sets history at Le Mans

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On the Street

motorrad.de: Motorcycle days in the BMW world

cyrilhuzeblog.com: Top Chop ÔÇô an every day chopper

engineeringnews.co.uk: Motorcycle market still in ICU but recovering

visordown.com: Prince Harry pulled over for no reason

timesofinida.com: Business | Motorbike industry hopes to keep growing at a decent pace
Increasingly India is a part of motorcycle and scooter manufacturer global sales plans. But are the bikes they are bringing what the Indian market wants and can absorb in any quantity?

visordwon.com: Thief advertises stolen bike on facebook

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The Mothership

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Cage World

[url=http://www.businessweek.com/news/2012-06-18/german-stocks-advance-after-greek-election-bmw-climbs]businessweek.com
: German stocks advance after Greek election ÔÇô BMW climbs

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Reference::

BMW MOA 2012 International Rally

SBK
2012 FIM Superbike Championship Calendar

fim-live.com: FIM Superbike & Supersport Championship & FIM Superstock Cup Regulations 2012

Changes to the FIM Superbike, Supersport and Superstock regulations for 2012:
Some more details of changes to the championship regulations were delivered by the FIM in a press release.

FIM: Official Documents
Link to the current year official documents for all classes and search tool for other years.

FIA Regulations ÔÇô Formula 1 World Championship

WEATHER
US:
http://www.weather.gov/ | NOAA's National Weather Service
Select to go to the NWS homepage. National Weather Service - or - Follow the National Weather Service on FaceBook

http://www.weather.com | Sedalia, MO 65301

CA:
http://www.weatheroffice.gc.ca/canada_e.html

ROAD CONDITIONS
US:
http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/trafficinfo/ : National Traffic and Road Closure Information
511 - America's Traveler Information Telephone Number; Construction Related; Local and State Transit Links; Traffic Conditions; Regional Links; Weather/Road ...

CA:
http://www.th.gov.bc.ca/drivebc_supp/canada_map.htm :
Canada Road Condition Information: Links to provincial highway condition websites across Canada..

Shameless Trolling For Touring Tips

NHTSA.dot.gov Vehicle Recalls RSS Feed

NHTSA recall database allows searches o safety-related complaints about motor vehicles and equipment by make, model and year.

Transport Canada Recalls Database

Vehicle Owner Service Agency (VOSA) Vehicle Recalls ÔÇô UK government recall database site

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission: Car and Motorcycle recall site.

Governor's Highway Safety Association. ghsa.orgHighway safety law charts

SportRider.com: Motorcycle Riding Skills Series ÔÇô Street bike and motorcycle riding skills techniques articles at Sport Rider

BMW-Motorrad.com: Service
Electronic Parts Catalogue
Download Manuals
Breakdown Dictionary
Tyre Options
Tips
Before every journey
Before a log trip
Before winter
How to clean your motorcycle

ascycles.com: BMW Motorcycle Service and Maintenance Schedules

mic.org: Motorcycle Industry Council | Tire Guide 2011.pdf

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Gasbuddy.com: Search for local gas prices along your trip route.

pure-gas.org: Ethanol-free gas stations in the U.S. And Canada

Cycle-ergo.com motorcycle ergonomic simulator.

Video: BMW Final Drive Disassembly

Woot of the Day

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MSF Motorcycle Operators Manual

TIP: When youÔÇÖre riding at night, flash your brake light often when stopped. It's more noticeable than a steady light. http://t.co/ZWx9EEnr

QOD: What should you do when the driver of another vehicle is passing you? http://t.co/m7D03813

Bike Candy

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SBK

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worldsbk.com: Rain hampers proceedings at Aragon

worldsbk.com: Mid term report ÔÇô World Superbike

motoblog.it: Two days of testing at Aragon for Apirlia, BMW, Kawasaki and Suzuki



WORLDSBK: 2012 Race Calendar | Championship Standings Rider / Manufacturer
LeonHaslam.com, MarcoMelandri.co.uk, BMW Motorrad Motorsports.com, AlphaRaccing.com


motogp

visordown.com: Valentino Rossi 20th in sports richest lis

motogp.com: Rookie rule reconsidered for 2013

visordown.com: Paul Bird to run own CRT chasis in 2013

motomatters.com: Silly season what we know for certain, and a few wild guesses

asphaltandrubber.com: Silly season update

superbikeplanet.com: Crutchlow makes his case

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motogp: 2012 race calendar | Results and Statistics
SuterRacing.com, NGM Forward Racing Team



Formula 1

fia.com: Race Preview ÔÇô European Grand Prix

jamesallenonf1.com: Ferrari designer Tombazis pleased with big improvement

formula1.com: Mallya ÔÇô Force India must raise its game soon

speedtv.com: Teams could fold if cost not reudced ÔÇô Todt

hindustantimes.com[//url]: A new formula for a better Formula One

[url=http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/blogs/will-gray/tech-talk-green-f1-160900511.html ]eurosport.com
: How green can F1 go | Tech Talk


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Formula 1: 2012 Race Calendar | Results Season/Team/Driver
fia.com: 2012 FIA Formula One World Championship - Race Information & Event Starting Times for the 2012 FIA Formula One World Championship


Other Racing

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kansascity.com: Izod IndyCar Series ÔÇô Iowa preview

usatoday.com: Will heat race gimmick be a hit at Iowa Speedway?


On the Street

cyrilhuzblog.com: White Knuckle, a movie about the Motorcycle Cannonball Endurance Run

cycleworld.com: Ural M70 Anniversary Edition

ultimatemotorcyclin.com: 2012 Zeor DS ZF9 Motorcycle Review

asphaltandrubber.com: Bimota and BMW concepts by Oberdan Bezzi

prweb.com: Lucintel Report Outlines Good Growth Opportunities for Global Motorcycle Industry Players during 2012-17

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Cage World

roadandtrack.com: All three F1 six wheelers to gather at Goodwood Festival of speed

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FWIW

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Reference::

BMW MOA 2012 International Rally

SBK
2012 FIM Superbike Championship Calendar

fim-live.com: FIM Superbike & Supersport Championship & FIM Superstock Cup Regulations 2012

Changes to the FIM Superbike, Supersport and Superstock regulations for 2012:
Some more details of changes to the championship regulations were delivered by the FIM in a press release.

FIM: Official Documents
Link to the current year official documents for all classes and search tool for other years.

FIA Regulations ÔÇô Formula 1 World Championship

WEATHER
US:
http://www.weather.gov/ | NOAA's National Weather Service
Select to go to the NWS homepage. National Weather Service - or - Follow the National Weather Service on FaceBook

http://www.weather.com | Sedalia, MO 65301

CA:
http://www.weatheroffice.gc.ca/canada_e.html

ROAD CONDITIONS
US:
http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/trafficinfo/ : National Traffic and Road Closure Information
511 - America's Traveler Information Telephone Number; Construction Related; Local and State Transit Links; Traffic Conditions; Regional Links; Weather/Road ...

CA:
http://www.th.gov.bc.ca/drivebc_supp/canada_map.htm :
Canada Road Condition Information: Links to provincial highway condition websites across Canada..

Shameless Trolling For Touring Tips

NHTSA.dot.gov Vehicle Recalls RSS Feed

NHTSA recall database allows searches o safety-related complaints about motor vehicles and equipment by make, model and year.

Transport Canada Recalls Database

Vehicle Owner Service Agency (VOSA) Vehicle Recalls ÔÇô UK government recall database site

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission: Car and Motorcycle recall site.

Governor's Highway Safety Association. ghsa.orgHighway safety law charts

SportRider.com: Motorcycle Riding Skills Series ÔÇô Street bike and motorcycle riding skills techniques articles at Sport Rider

BMW-Motorrad.com: Service
Electronic Parts Catalogue
Download Manuals
Breakdown Dictionary
Tyre Options
Tips
Before every journey
Before a log trip
Before winter
How to clean your motorcycle

ascycles.com: BMW Motorcycle Service and Maintenance Schedules

mic.org: Motorcycle Industry Council | Tire Guide 2011.pdf

1224188747_KnFmX-Ti.jpg
Gasbuddy.com: Search for local gas prices along your trip route.

pure-gas.org: Ethanol-free gas stations in the U.S. And Canada

Cycle-ergo.com motorcycle ergonomic simulator.

Video: BMW Final Drive Disassembly

Woot of the Day

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MSF Motorcycle Operators Manual

QOD: What is the best way to cross railroad tracks that run parallel to your course? http://t.co/9phdJlYQ

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roadracing.com: BMW, Kawasaki World Superbike teams close two day test at Motorland Aragon

kawasaki-racingteam.eu: Aragon Tests Complete For KRT Riders

bikesportnews.com: Haslam suffers small highside at Aragon

motoblog.it: WSBK: Completed the Test of Aragon. Biaggi out

BMW Motorrad Motorsport - WSBK - Testing - Motorland Arag??n
20.06.2012
Testing ÔÇô Motorland Arag??n.
19th to 20th June 2012.

Alca??iz, 20th June 2012. Stepping into the second half of the 2012 season, Team BMW Motorrad Motorsport conducted another two day test at Motorland Arag??n. The race track, close to the Spanish town of Alca??iz, will host the next round of the FIM Superbike World Championship from 29th June to 1st July. During the two days, factory riders, Marco Melandri (ITA) and Leon Haslam (GBR), were joined by the teamÔÇÖs test rider, Steve Martin (AUS). The three of them completed a total of 287 laps or 1,534 kilometres of testing...More.

BMW MOTORRAD ITALIA GOLDBET SBK TEAM - MOTORLAND ARAGON - TEST
20.06.2012
At MotorLand Arag??n near Alca??iz, the circuit hosting the eighth round of the 2012 World Superbike Championship next weekend, the BMW Motorrad Italia GoldBet Superbike Team has just completed a two day private test. Taking part were its two Superbike riders Michel Fabrizio and Ayrton Badovini plus Lorenzo Baroni, who got his first career podium finish in the recent FIM Superstock 1000 Cup race at Misano and now looks forward to a good result in the fifth round of the season for the category....More


WORLDSBK: 2012 Race Calendar | Championship Standings Rider / Manufacturer
LeonHaslam.com, MarcoMelandri.co.uk, BMW Motorrad Motorsports.com, AlphaRaccing.com


motogp

motogp.com: British MotoGPÔäó: Bridgestone debrief with Shinji Aoki

motomatters.com: Honda Building "Production Racer" CRT Version Of RC213V MotoGP Bike

autosport.com: Casey Stoner believes MotoGP's revised front tyre is hurting Honda

suprebikeplanet.com: MotoGP: Many Riders Tired of Rubber Management
FWIW: Gawd aren't we all!

twowheelsblog.com: Hector Barbera unhappy with his Ducati

sportridernews.com: Spies increasingly confident after fifth place Silverstone MotoGP finish

bbc.co.uk: How Silverstone inspired Crutchlow

world.honda.com: Round 6 | In a very tough race, Honda takes 2nd, 3rd and 4th

motogp: 2012 race calendar | Results and Statistics
SuterRacing.com, NGM Forward Racing Team


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Formula 1

formula1.com: Europe preview ÔÇô advantage Schumacher in Valencia?

formula1.com: Simon Roberts Q&A: McLaren may have cracked Button's issues

independent.co.uk: Lewis Hamilton hoping to break Formula One parity at European Grand Prix

reuters.com: Motor racing-Ferrari boss fuels Vettel speculation

reuters.com: Motor racing-Formula One drivers' form sheet

bbc.co.uk: Michael Schumacher backed by Ross Brawn for Valencia victory

dailymail.co.uk: Formula One boss Bernie Ecclestone could face procesecution for paying ?ú28m 'bribe' to German banker

ibtimes.co.uk: F1 European GP 2012 Preview: Pirelli in Spotlight Again for Unpredictable Tyres

eurosport.yahoo.com: Pirelli hopes for F1 stay
FWIW: Perelli didn't want to bid when Bridgestone left but took it. Let them in and they don't want to leave.


Formula 1: 2012 Race Calendar | Results Season/Team/Driver
fia.com: 2012 FIA Formula One World Championship - Race Information & Event Starting Times for the 2012 FIA Formula One World Championship


Other Racing

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[uel=http://www.kansascity.com/2012/06/20/3668311/indycars-will-use-unique-format.html]kansacity.com[/url]: IndyCars will use unique format at this weekend's Iowa Corn 250


On the Street

jsonline.com: Motorcycle built entirely from wood, almost, and it runs!

motorcycle-usa.com: Chinese motorcycle OEMs consolidate

NHTSA Campaign ID number : 12V270000
Dated: JUN 12, 2012 DUCATI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 PANIGALE MOTORCYCLES BECAUSE OF AN INCORRECT SCREW USED TO RETAIN THE SWINGARM TO THE REAR SUSPENSION LINKAGE.

roadracingworld.com: Zero Motorcycles now approved for MSF training courses

motorcycledaily.com: 50 U.S. lawmakers oppose motorcycle only checkpoints

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NHTSA Campaign ID number : 12V267000
Dated: JUN 12, 2012 BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 X5 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A DIESEL ENGINE AND 2013 X5 AND X6 VEHICLES. DUE TO A MACHINING ERROR OF THE STEERING GEAR SURFACE, POWER STEERING FLUID MAY LEAK. ...

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Cage World

evwold.com: BMW Announces 360 Support Program for i-Series Electric Cars

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FWIW

thekneeslider.com: What's the point to model years?

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Reference::

BMW MOA 2012 International Rally

SBK
2012 FIM Superbike Championship Calendar

fim-live.com: FIM Superbike & Supersport Championship & FIM Superstock Cup Regulations 2012

Changes to the FIM Superbike, Supersport and Superstock regulations for 2012:
Some more details of changes to the championship regulations were delivered by the FIM in a press release.

FIM: Official Documents
Link to the current year official documents for all classes and search tool for other years.

FIA Regulations ÔÇô Formula 1 World Championship

WEATHER
US:
http://www.weather.gov/ | NOAA's National Weather Service
Select to go to the NWS homepage. National Weather Service - or - Follow the National Weather Service on FaceBook

http://www.weather.com | Sedalia, MO 65301

CA:
http://www.weatheroffice.gc.ca/canada_e.html

ROAD CONDITIONS
US:
http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/trafficinfo/ : National Traffic and Road Closure Information
511 - America's Traveler Information Telephone Number; Construction Related; Local and State Transit Links; Traffic Conditions; Regional Links; Weather/Road ...

CA:
http://www.th.gov.bc.ca/drivebc_supp/canada_map.htm :
Canada Road Condition Information: Links to provincial highway condition websites across Canada..

Shameless Trolling For Touring Tips

NHTSA.dot.gov Vehicle Recalls RSS Feed

NHTSA recall database allows searches o safety-related complaints about motor vehicles and equipment by make, model and year.

Transport Canada Recalls Database

Vehicle Owner Service Agency (VOSA) Vehicle Recalls ÔÇô UK government recall database site

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission: Car and Motorcycle recall site.

Governor's Highway Safety Association. ghsa.orgHighway safety law charts

SportRider.com: Motorcycle Riding Skills Series ÔÇô Street bike and motorcycle riding skills techniques articles at Sport Rider

BMW-Motorrad.com: Service
Electronic Parts Catalogue
Download Manuals
Breakdown Dictionary
Tyre Options
Tips
Before every journey
Before a log trip
Before winter
How to clean your motorcycle

ascycles.com: BMW Motorcycle Service and Maintenance Schedules

mic.org: Motorcycle Industry Council | Tire Guide 2011.pdf

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Gasbuddy.com: Search for local gas prices along your trip route.

pure-gas.org: Ethanol-free gas stations in the U.S. And Canada

Cycle-ergo.com motorcycle ergonomic simulator.

Video: BMW Final Drive Disassembly

Woot of the Day

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SBK

bikesportnews.com: Checa completes first test of 1199 Panigale at Misano

crash.net: Checa gets acquainted with Paigale

crash.net: Former Italian Superbike champion Norino Brignola is provisionally listed as Grillini BMW's latest recruit

suzuki-racing.com: FIXI Crescent Suzuki set for Aragon battle

bikesportnews.com: Data collection the key for Camier at Aragon

bikesportnews.com: Sykes finds a setup to increase tyre life
FWIW: If he has this could be trouble for BMWs climb up the Manufacturer Championship board



WORLDSBK: 2012 Race Calendar | Championship Standings Rider / Manufacturer
LeonHaslam.com, MarcoMelandri.co.uk, BMW Motorrad Motorsports.com, AlphaRaccing.com


motogp

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motogp: 2012 race calendar | Results and Statistics
SuterRacing.com, NGM Forward Racing Team



Formula 1

2012 Grand Prix of Europe
Thursday Press Conference Transcript
21.06.2012
DRIVERS ÔÇô Heikki KOVALAINEN (Caterham), Daniel RICCIARDO (Toro Rosso),
Kamui KOBAYASHI (Sauber), Fernando ALONSO (Ferrari), Lewis HAMILTON
(McLaren), Pedro DE LA ROSA (HRT

European GP Preview

FIA Track Map

European GP Media Kit

Stewards biographies

bbc.co.uk: Williams driver Pastor Maldonado set the pace from Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel and Mark Webber in first practice at the European Grand Prix.

reuters.com: First free practice times

formula1.com: Pre-European analysis ÔÇô Alonso targets victory in improved Ferrari

formula1.com: From victory to 16th ÔÇô the curious case of Jenson Button

f1sa.com: Alonso ÔÇô no problem with Vettel or Hamilton as Formula 1 teammate

bbc.co.uk: Ex-banker admits to taking bribes from Bernie Ecclestone
-related-
jamesallenonf1.com: Banker at the centre of F1 corruption trial admits taking bribes

telegraph.co.uk: Bernie Ecclestone admits he was stupid to pay banker ?ú28m fater sale of Formula One to CVC Capital Partners

eurosport.yahoo.com: F1 could race on London Olympic site

telegraph.co.uk: Formula One track at Olympic Park ÔÇô how it would work

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Formula 1: 2012 Race Calendar | Results Season/Team/Driver
fia.com: 2012 FIA Formula One World Championship - Race Information & Event Starting Times for the 2012 FIA Formula One World Championship


Other Racing

racing.speedbrain.de: HUSQVARNA RALLYE TEAM BY SPEEDBRAIN AIMING AT SARDINIA SUCCESS

thekneeslider.com: How many of you know of the 125cc Honda 5 cylinder racer ridden by Luigi Taveri in 1966? ItÔÇÖs a truly fascinating bit of engineering. Jean-Luc Borgetto, who we last wrote about way back when he built the JLS503, a 500cc 3 cylinder racer, inspired by the MV Agusta 500 GP bike, has built another beauty.

ducati.com: World Ducati Days has started
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roadandtrack.com: Gas powered race cars coming to ALMS

On the Street

inhabitat.com: The Crossbow ÔÇô an all weather electric motorbike that lets you ride helmet free

visordown.com: Harley-Davidson to reinvent the Buell blast

cyrilhuzeblog.com: Fast motorcycle industry news

cycleworld.com: Harley-Davidson Forty Eight ÔÇô The real deal since 1957

cycleworld.com: Royal Enfield Classic 500 ÔÇô The sun never sets on the Enfield empire

ultimatemotrcycling.com: 2012 Harley-Davidson V-Rod turns 10

webbikeworld.com: Dainese-D1Kelvar Jeans Review

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The Mothership

The BMW Group is the official sponsor of the United Nations Rio+20 sustainability conference in Rio de Janeiro. As sponsor, the carmaker will be showcasing its main sustainable management milestones in the BMW Group Sustainability Lounge, a 400-square-metre pavilion....More

Out of a passion for elite performance and an appreciation of exclusive style comes the allure for which M Automobiles are renowned ÔÇô and which can now be experienced in two new forms. The new BMW M6 Coupe and BMW M6 Convertible offer top-class performance attributes and an ambience defined by luxury and innovative comfort features.....More

Cage World

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bloomberg.com: BMW in talks on future of Peugeot electric motor venture

csmonitor.com: Ulltimate driving machine BMW M5 won't offer manual transmission

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FWIW

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Reference::

BMW MOA 2012 International Rally

SBK
2012 FIM Superbike Championship Calendar

fim-live.com: FIM Superbike & Supersport Championship & FIM Superstock Cup Regulations 2012

Changes to the FIM Superbike, Supersport and Superstock regulations for 2012:
Some more details of changes to the championship regulations were delivered by the FIM in a press release.

FIM: Official Documents
Link to the current year official documents for all classes and search tool for other years.

FIA Regulations ÔÇô Formula 1 World Championship

WEATHER
US:
http://www.weather.gov/ | NOAA's National Weather Service
Select to go to the NWS homepage. National Weather Service - or - Follow the National Weather Service on FaceBook

http://www.weather.com | Sedalia, MO 65301

CA:
http://www.weatheroffice.gc.ca/canada_e.html

ROAD CONDITIONS
US:
http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/trafficinfo/ : National Traffic and Road Closure Information
511 - America's Traveler Information Telephone Number; Construction Related; Local and State Transit Links; Traffic Conditions; Regional Links; Weather/Road ...

CA:
http://www.th.gov.bc.ca/drivebc_supp/canada_map.htm :
Canada Road Condition Information: Links to provincial highway condition websites across Canada..

Shameless Trolling For Touring Tips

NHTSA.dot.gov Vehicle Recalls RSS Feed

NHTSA recall database allows searches o safety-related complaints about motor vehicles and equipment by make, model and year.

Transport Canada Recalls Database

Vehicle Owner Service Agency (VOSA) Vehicle Recalls ÔÇô UK government recall database site

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission: Car and Motorcycle recall site.

Governor's Highway Safety Association. ghsa.orgHighway safety law charts

SportRider.com: Motorcycle Riding Skills Series ÔÇô Street bike and motorcycle riding skills techniques articles at Sport Rider

BMW-Motorrad.com: Service
Electronic Parts Catalogue
Download Manuals
Breakdown Dictionary
Tyre Options
Tips
Before every journey
Before a log trip
Before winter
How to clean your motorcycle

ascycles.com: BMW Motorcycle Service and Maintenance Schedules

mic.org: Motorcycle Industry Council | Tire Guide 2011.pdf

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Gasbuddy.com: Search for local gas prices along your trip route.

pure-gas.org: Ethanol-free gas stations in the U.S. And Canada

Cycle-ergo.com motorcycle ergonomic simulator.

Video: BMW Final Drive Disassembly

Woot of the Day

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Bike Candy

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SBK
alpharacing.comTesting – Motorland Arag??n
Category: World Superbike (WSBK)
19th to 20th June 2012
Alca??iz, 20th June 2012. Stepping into the second half of the 2012 season, Team BMW Motorrad Motorsport conducted another two day test at Motorland Arag??n. The race track, close to the Spanish town of Alca??iz, will host the next round of the FIM Superbike World Championship from 29th June to 1st July. During the two days, factory riders, Marco Melandri (ITA) and Leon Haslam (GBR), were joined by the team’s test rider, Steve Martin (AUS). The three of them completed a total of 287 laps or 1,534 kilometres of testing.


express.co.uk: Micaheel Laverty is in upbeat mood

twowheelsblog.com: Norino Brignola gets WSBK ride with Grillini Progea Team for Aragon round

WORLDSBK: 2012 Race Calendar | Championship Standings Rider / Manufacturer
LeonHaslam.com, MarcoMelandri.co.uk, BMW Motorrad Motorsports.com, AlphaRaccing.com


motogp

visordown.com: Rossi - 'I like the challenge with Ducati'

motogp: 2012 race calendar | Results and Statistics
SuterRacing.com, NGM Forward Racing Team



Formula 1

FIA.com: 2012 Grand Prix of Europe
Friday Press Conference Transcript
22.06.2012
TEAM REPRESENTATIVES – Franz TOST (Toro Rosso), Riad ASMAT
(Caterham), Norbert HAUG (Mercedes), Luis PEREZ SALA (HRT), Eric
BOULLIER (Lotus).

Friday Practice
First Session: Classifications, Lap Times
Second Session: Classifications, Lap Times

Third practice session just ended – formula1.com: Button leads Grojean and Raikkonen at the top of the final practice

formula1.com: Friday Analysis – Red Bull feel the force

bbc,co.uk: McLaren expects a tough GP

reuters.com: Force India ready to spring a surprise

independent.co.uk: Ecclestone puts brave face on Gribkowsky's bribe confession

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Formula 1: 2012 Race Calendar | Results Season/Team/Driver
fia.com: 2012 FIA Formula One World Championship - Race Information & Event Starting Times for the 2012 FIA Formula One World Championship


Other Racing

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On the Street

roadandtrackblog.com: Texas considering 85mph speed limit

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cycleworld.com: 2013 TRIUMPH TROPHY SE – FIRST LOOKAn all-new, 1215cc luxury touring model from Hinckley.
webbikeworld.com: WebBikeWorld's take on the new Triumph

cycleworld.com: Honda Ruckus

cyrilhuzeblog.com: Metzler tires – did you know

jsonline.com: Harley-Davidson CEO to ring the New York Stock Exchange bell

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The Mothership

Salt flat racer Valerie Thompson is used to reaching incredible speeds on her BMW S 1000 RR – but she beat her own personal best recently, when she reached a mindblowing 209.5 mph (339 km/h). Now, in a bid to push the needle of the speedo even further, Valerie has taken part in a project which saw her keeping her BMW bike completely still. ... More

The Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este is Europe’s most prestigious classic automotive event. The glistening Lake Como is the backdrop to what is a gallery of automotive art. The world’s finest and most interesting vehicles from around the world are there to be judged and admired. .. More

Three wins and eight podium finishes: that was the overall result over the weekend of 15-17 June for the BMW teams supported directly by BMW Motorrad HP RaceSupport in the International German Motorcycle Championship (IDM) and the French Superbike Championship (FSBK). The BMW S 1000 RR riders were particularly successful in the fiercely competitive IDM Superbike at the N??rburgring, where not only ... [/url=http://www.bmw-motorrad.com/com/en/index.html?content=http://www.bmw-motorrad.com/com/en/individual/news/2011/news.jsp&id=1798 ]More[/url]

The Palazzo delle Esposizioni in Rome marked the starting point for the worldwide tour of BMW i – the sub-brand of BMW which encompasses sustainable mobility. The full program is available at www.bmw-i.it. ...More

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Cage World

roadandtrackblog.com: Suspension revolution

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FWIW

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I have received a few PM's and there is at least one thread commenting on the time it takes to load this thread for an update. I feel your pain.

I put Bench Racing and The Morning Reads together using a Dell netbook. I picked it up to carry in my tank bag and for my general travel box. When my primary box failed the netbook became my primary box. It has been a great little box with one little exception – when I work with BR&TMR posts. I have found one way to speed things up a bit.

Click on : User CP

Scroll down to the heading: Settings and Captions

Under this heading click on: Edit Options

Within the Edit Options page scroll down to the heading: Display Options

Scrolls down to the third box under this heading titled: Number of Post to Show Per Page

This setting is used to set the number of posts to show in a thread before splitting the display into multiple pages. The box will read Use Forum Default (unless you have already changed it). The default setting loads 15 posts per page within a thread before it creates the next page. This setting can be adjusted from 5 to 40 posts per page. I suggest you set this to 5 posts per pageThis will speed things up.

Once you change your setting scroll to the bottom of the page and click: Save Changes

The thread includes many videos. These are ram memory hogs that slow things down as they load. I made an editorial decision to embed the videos rather than post links to YouTube. I did this for two primary reasons. First, I wanted it to be easier for the reader. Secondly (and honestly most important to me) it is a much quicker way to put the post together. The trade off for my ease is longer page loads. Changing the post displayed per page cuts down how much needs to be loaded with each page and will speed this process up a bit.


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TIP: The friction zone is your friend, the area of clutch-lever travel where the clutch starts to transmit power to the rear wheel.

QOD: If you wait one hour for each drink before riding, which of the following is true?http://t.co/N70BmJ5p

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WORLDSBK: 2012 Race Calendar | Championship Standings Rider / Manufacturer
LeonHaslam.com, MarcoMelandri.co.uk, BMW Motorrad Motorsports.com, AlphaRaccing.com


motogp

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motogp: 2012 race calendar | Results and Statistics
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Formula 1

Qualfiying ÔÇô European GP Valencia[/url]

fia.com: 2012 Grand Prix of Europe
Saturday Press Conference Transcript
23.06.2012
DRIVERS
1 ÔÇô Sebastian VETTEL (Red Bull Racing)
2 ÔÇô Lewis HAMILTON (McLaren)
3 ÔÇô Pastor MALDONADO (Williams )

Provisional Starting Grid
Classifications
Lap Times
Maximum Speeds
Sector Times
Speed Traps

formula1.com: Qualifying ÔÇô Selected team and driver quotes

formula1.com: Qualifying Analysis ÔÇô Lotus about to break through?

speedtv.com: Paul Di Resta frustrated after mistake drops him back

jamesallenonf1.com: Why the close field means sometimes a gamble will not do

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sports.yahoo.com: F1 Chief Bernie Ecclestone optimistic about Jersey race

Formula 1: 2012 Race Calendar | Results Season/Team/Driver
fia.com: 2012 FIA Formula One World Championship - Race Information & Event Starting Times for the 2012 FIA Formula One World Championship


Other Racing

The Husqvarna Rallye Team by Speedbrain finished the todays Tec Inspection and is fully prepared for tomorrowÔÇÖs first stage. Although the Race Camp is based at a wonderful place, named Paradise Resort (near to Olbia), temperatures up to 40?? Celsius make live for the riders but also for the assistance crew really not easy in front of the beautiful beaches....More

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After a four-week break from racing ÔÇô the longest of the 2012 DTM season so far ÔÇô the three BMW teams return to action on 1st July: the only street circuit on the race calendar awaits BMW Motorsport at the Norisring in N??rnberg (DE)....More

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Reference::

BMW MOA 2012 International Rally

SBK
2012 FIM Superbike Championship Calendar

fim-live.com: FIM Superbike & Supersport Championship & FIM Superstock Cup Regulations 2012

Changes to the FIM Superbike, Supersport and Superstock regulations for 2012:
Some more details of changes to the championship regulations were delivered by the FIM in a press release.

FIM: Official Documents
Link to the current year official documents for all classes and search tool for other years.

FIA Regulations ÔÇô Formula 1 World Championship

WEATHER
US:
http://www.weather.gov/ | NOAA's National Weather Service
Select to go to the NWS homepage. National Weather Service - or - Follow the National Weather Service on FaceBook

http://www.weather.com | Sedalia, MO 65301

CA:
http://www.weatheroffice.gc.ca/canada_e.html

ROAD CONDITIONS
US:
http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/trafficinfo/ : National Traffic and Road Closure Information
511 - America's Traveler Information Telephone Number; Construction Related; Local and State Transit Links; Traffic Conditions; Regional Links; Weather/Road ...

CA:
http://www.th.gov.bc.ca/drivebc_supp/canada_map.htm :
Canada Road Condition Information: Links to provincial highway condition websites across Canada..

Shameless Trolling For Touring Tips

NHTSA.dot.gov Vehicle Recalls RSS Feed

NHTSA recall database allows searches o safety-related complaints about motor vehicles and equipment by make, model and year.

Transport Canada Recalls Database

Vehicle Owner Service Agency (VOSA) Vehicle Recalls ÔÇô UK government recall database site

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission: Car and Motorcycle recall site.

Governor's Highway Safety Association. ghsa.orgHighway safety law charts

SportRider.com: Motorcycle Riding Skills Series ÔÇô Street bike and motorcycle riding skills techniques articles at Sport Rider

BMW-Motorrad.com: Service
Electronic Parts Catalogue
Download Manuals
Breakdown Dictionary
Tyre Options
Tips
Before every journey
Before a log trip
Before winter
How to clean your motorcycle

ascycles.com: BMW Motorcycle Service and Maintenance Schedules

mic.org: Motorcycle Industry Council | Tire Guide 2011.pdf

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Gasbuddy.com: Search for local gas prices along your trip route.

pure-gas.org: Ethanol-free gas stations in the U.S. And Canada

Cycle-ergo.com motorcycle ergonomic simulator.

Video: BMW Final Drive Disassembly

Woot of the Day

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MSF Motorcycle Operators Manual

TIP: There ARE ways to increase your visibility at intersections. Learn how here. P.22 http://t.co/jLCOdzJp

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