News
Hutchinson leg break confirmed
2 February 2012
It has been confirmed by Swan Yamaha team boss Shaun Muir that Ian Hutchinson has fractured his leg during a problem while riding a motocross bike at a promotional event yesterday (Wednesday).
Hutchinson breaks leg!
1 February 2012.
Now this does sound nasty, and at the moment details are very limited but we understand that TT hero Ian Hutchinson has broken his leg in a fall off a motocross bike.
MSS Colchester Kawasaki announces Rutter and Hickman in 2012 line-up
1 February 2012.
MSL was the first to tell you that this would happen and it's been confirmed that the MSS Colchester Kawasaki team has today (Wednesday) announced its line-up for the 2012 MCE Insurance British Superbike Championship as Michael Rutter and Peter Hickman switch to Kawasaki power before the season gets under way at Brands Hatch on Easter weekend (April 6-9).
New stuff: The Knox Track Vest
31 January 2012.
Combining the protection and flexibility of the Level 2-approved back protector, with the comfort and convenience of a vest, the new Track Vest from British impact protection specialist Knox is light, unobtrusive and as easy to put on/take off as a jacket. Constructed using a compression fit Dupont Meryl Lycra, there are pockets for optional chest protectors and the back protector can be unzipped so the vest may be washed. Ideal for sports and performance riders on track and on road, the Track Vest comes in sizes S-XXL, RRP: £149.99. For further information, call Knox on 01900 825825 or visit knox-armour.co.uk
Rossi tweets picture of his 2012 GP bike
31 January 2012.
Valentino Rossi has put an end to the speculation of what his Ducati MotoGP bike will look like by posting this picture he took of the machine on Twitter.
The bike is kitted out with temporarily black graphics, an aluminium frame and a silver tank. "Now, here it is. Ladies and gentlemen, new bike is ready!", said the nine-time world champion in his post on Twitter.
Michael Rutter signs to MSS Kawasaki
31 January 2012.
Nothing has yet been confirmed but according to reports whizzing around the BSB paddock Michael Rutter is about to be announced as a rider for the MSS Colchester Kawasaki British Superbike team in 2012.
Guy Martin confirms Tyco Suzuki ride for TT
25 January 2012.
Guy Martin completes the Tyco Suzuki line-up for the forthcoming season. The 2011 Ulster Grand Prix Superbike winner and quadruple podium finisher at last year's Isle of Man TT will partner Manxman Conor Cummins in an all-new line-up for the three major International Road Races.
BMW Adventure bikes top the charts
24 January 2012.
BMW Motorrad increases overall market share with continued success in key touring and adventure-sports sectors.
Alastair Seeley – Suzuki fast lad's blog
24 January 2012.
Reigning British Supersport Champion Alastair Seeley talks about moving up to the Superbike class with Tyco Suzuki in 2012, plus his recent accolade of being Ireland's top motorcyclist.
Conor Cummins signs to Tyco Suzuki for roads assault
23 January 2012.
TAS Racing has signed Manxman Conor Cummins to race Tyco Suzuki machinery during his 2012 international road racing campaign which is based around the North West 200, Isle of Man TT and Ulster Grand Prix.
Current Issue: March 2012
• Brilliant!
New KTM Duke - less hardcore but more fun for 2012 -
69bhp fun, 75mpg sense, cheaper than a Yamaha Diversion
• Gorgeous!
Desmosedici flat-tracker
• Groovy!
Suzuki’s GT750 - The very funky two-stroke that epitomised the 1970s
• MSL touring
Your stories about riding Scotland, Switzerland and the Yukon!
• Plus
• Scar City
• The Derringer: Uber cool board racer for modern city roads
• Triumph’s Tiger 1050 v KTM’s 990SMT
• MSL First: Riding the Steve McQueen Replica
PLUS:
• Next issue on sale: 2 March 2012
