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CONTENTS
JUNE 2021 - VOLUME 11, ISSUE 9 http://issuu.com/action/page?page=12 12 LETTER FROM THE EDITOR http://issuu.com/action/page?page=14 14 THE PRESS ROOM http://issuu.com/action/page?page=54 54 THE GRID NEWS http://issuu.com/action/page?page=60 60 MOTOGP WITH B.T. http://issuu.com/action/page?page=70 70 FEATURED RIDERS
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FEATURES
JUNE 2021 - VOLUME 11, ISSUE 9 THE PRESS ROOM: INDUSTRY NEWS
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STAFF PUBLISHER//EDITOR IN CHIEF: Allan Lane allan@sportbikesincmag.com
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FROM THE EDITOR
RIDE, UNRIDDEN I still find it amazing how polarizing a new model of a motorcycle can be. There's always the one side that lives by the old adage, "change is good." Then there are those on the other side, the purists, who feel so strongly against anything severely different from what they are used to. I guess their motto is, "If it ain't broke... upgrade it!"
rants occurred long before the general public had access to throwing a leg over it, let alone seeing actual images of the bike. Even riders that were not Yamaha owners or fans chimed in with their strong and hefty opinions. As a journalist, I find it all entertaining and inspiring. To have a strong opinion about something new, sight unseen, and ride unridden... means that the passion for our industry is alive ever strong. The riding community is dialed and connected with what's happening in and around our industry.
There is a small population that lives in between, the grey area that believes that if the bike can be better, make it better and if that means ending the run of one model to introduce something completely new, then so That inspires me. be it. The "interweb" has been set ablaze with Best, tirades that run the gamut of emotions relating Allan to the new Yamaha YZF-R7. And most of the @mrblackmoses 12 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | JUNE 2021
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THE PRESS ROOM
INDUSTRY NEWS 2022 BMW S 1000 RR UPDATES FOR 2022
BMW ANNOUNCES A SELECTION OF CHANGES been removed for the 2022 BMW S 1000 RR and replaced with a Premium package for an up price FOR THE 2022 BMW S 1000 RR. of $2,825.00. The Premium package includes an The German manufacturer has released info on its endurance chain, sports muffler, Dynamic Damping 2022 model of the BMW S 1000 RR. Engine Control, Ride Modes Pro, USB socket, heated specs and general technical data remain the same. handgrips, cruise control, and a TPM (tire pressure However, they have made a few updates in terms of monitor) system. pricing packages and color options. The M Package remains for the 2022 model year but The 2022 model of the S 1000 RR maintains its inline has been upgraded. 4 cylinder, 4 stroke, 999cc engine with titanium valves For an additional $2,250.00, you receive your 2022 (four per cylinder) and the other specs of the 2021 BMW S 1000 RR in Light White/Racing Blue/Racing Red colors, new blue M brake calipers, model, as well as the base price of $16,995. a new black fuel filler cap, new M GPS lap trigger The standard color of Black Storm Metallic stays but software, and an M sport seat. Also included in the Mineral Gray Metallic Style Passion replaces the M Package: a lightweight battery, and new forged Hockenheim colorway for an up price of $375.00. wheels. The 2021 model featured upgrade kits that included: The 2022 BMW S 1000 RR is expected to arrive Dynamic, Race, and Select Packages. They have all in authorized BMW dealerships in the fall of 2021.
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THE PRESS ROOM: INDUSTRY NEWS INDIAN MOTORCYCLE RENTAL EXPANDS INDIAN MOTORCYCLE ADDS FOURTEEN NEW INDIAN MOTORCYCLE RENTAL LOCATIONS ACROSS THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA.
check availability and reserve a bike online before visiting the rental location in your area. The rental fee does include damage coverage and renters are required to have a motorcycle endorsement and be fully geared up, including a DOT-approved helmet, long pants and closetoed shoes. Indian also recommends gloves, riding jackets, and high-visibility or reflective clothing. Loaner helmets are also available, in case the need arises.
Indian Motorcycle announced the addition of fourteen new Indian Motorcycle Rental locations in North America, bringing the total number to twenty-five. Locations include San Diego, Sturgis, Austin, Nashville, Milwaukee, Atlanta, Panama City Beach, Vancouver, “As stay-at-home restrictions from the past year among others. contributed to a surge within motorcycling, The Indian Motorcycle Rental locations' fleets we’re excited to offer more ways for riders are updated every twelve to eighteen months. to experience what Indian Motorcycle has Riders, with a valid motorcycle license, can to offer,” said Aaron Jax, Vice President, rent the latest Indian Motorcycles, including Indian Motorcycles. “Whether in need of a the all-new Indian Chief and refined 2022 bike for commuting, for an upcoming ride, FTR lineup, for as short a time as four hours or simply for an extended demo experience, Indian Motorcycle Rentals provide a premium or as long as one week. experience for locals and visitors alike.” If you are looking to rent an Indian, you can
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REV'IT! WOMEN'S ADVENTURE TEAM
THE REV'IT! WOMEN'S ADVENTURE through the world..." TEAM LOOKING FOR NEW MEMBERS TO JOIN ITS ALL-FEMALE ADV TEAM. Potential team members can be of any age READ ON TO SEE HOW TO APPLY. and level of experience who reside in the United States or Canada, "who love to The REV'IT! Women's Adventure Team has share their many riding stories and gear represented the brand in the adventure expertise with their local riding community riding side of the motorcycle culture in and across digital media." Additionally, a online media, events, solo rides, journeys, REV'IT! Women's Adventure Team member and more, since 2017. Currently, the team must be an avid rider that will be up to test totals out at five female riders from all over REV'IT! adventure gear, thoroughly and be North America. But the search is on for two active on social media. REV'IT! stresses the new riders. ability of team members to create engaging social media content. The prospective new team member of the REV'IT! Women's Adventure Team will be If you think you have what it takes to join an "excited, ambitious rider with a penchant the REV'IT! Women's Adventure Team, for epic adventure rides, backcountry apply online. Submissions close on July escapes, or just mapping your own route 18, 2021. JUNE 2021 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | 17
THE PRESS ROOM: INDUSTRY NEWS LIVEWIRE BRAND LAUNCHED BY HARLEY-DAVIDSON
HARLEY-DAVIDSON LAUNCHES LIVEWIRE AS vehicle space. The brand will officially make A STAND-ALONE ELECTRIC MOTORCYCLE its launch July 8, 2021, and then make its first appearance at the International Motorcycle BRAND. Show on July 9, 2021. Harley-Davidson is thinking about the future as they launch their own electric motorcycle brand, “One of the six pillars of The Hardwire Strategy LiveWire. The LiveWire electric motorcycle was is to lead in electric – by launching LiveWire introduced as a Harley-Davidsson electric as an all-electric brand, we are seizing the vehicle with immediate polarizing responses opportunity to lead and define the market in from the motorcycle industry and consumer EV. With the mission to be the most desirable market. A short while later, Harley-Davidson electric motorcycle brand in the world, is doubling down on the concept with its LiveWire will pioneer the future of motorcycling, announcement that LiveWire the bike, has for the pursuit of urban adventure and beyond. become LiveWire, the brand. LiveWire also plans to innovate and develop technology that will be applicable to HarleyThe LiveWire brand, with a foundation set Davidson electric motorcycles in the future.” in two-wheels, will look to grow beyond - Jochen Zeitz, Chairman, President and CEO motorcycles as a pioneer in the electric of Harley-Davidson. 18 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | JUNE 2021
BREMBO NEW G SESSANTA BRAKE CALIPER BREMBO BRAKES RELEASE ITS ILLUMINATING NEW G SESSANTA BR AKE CALIPER TO CELEBRATE THE BRAND'S 60TH ANNIVERSARY.
major leap forward into the future of braking technology. The New G Sessanta calipers feature LED lights on the caliper body whose illumination can be customized to the personal styling of the rider and their motorcycle via a smartphone application. But most effectively, the calipers can be activated when they are operating. For example, when you apply the brakes, the LEDs on the calipers would become illuminated, say red, bringing additional awareness that you are coming to a stop.
In 1972, Brembo introduced their first motorcycle brake caliper. That caliper set the bar for all of Brembo's subsequential motorcycle-specific models. Now, Brembo is celebrating sixty years in the business with the release of its latest innovative braking technology that blends the seamless line of technology and function: the Brembo New Beyond the safety elements, in use with the G Sessanta. app, the caliper can wirelessly transmit bike The Brembo New G Sessanta is a conceptual data and information, including the location component that retains the design elements of your bike in a garage or parking lot. of the original 1972 caliper, but with one
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AMAHAYZF-R7 DO NOT MISTAKE THE YAMAHA YZF-R7 FOR A REPLACEMENT MODEL. THE ALL-NEW R7 BRINGS PLENTY OF RIDING EXCITEMENT FOR THE STREET AND TRACK, FOR UNDER $9K. WORDS: ALLAN LANE IMAGES: DREW RUIZ
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THE FIRST RIDE: YAMAHA YZF-R7
IT IS IMPORTANT to start this review off by addressing everything that the 2022 Yamaha YZF-R7 is not. Since its announcement, the internet and social media platforms have been bombarded with both glory and gripes based upon the misconception that the R7 was to be the successor of the YZF-R6. While it is understandable that one could be lead to believe such, I mean… 7 does follow 6. I, too, at first believed this to be the case. Yes, Yamaha does play things close to the chest as they enjoyed the additional layers of mystique that shrouded this new motorcycle. So, to be clear… The YZF-R7 is not the evolution of the R6. However, it is a process in the evolutionary step of Yamaha's motorcycle engineering. The 2022 Yamaha YZF-R7 is every bit an asphalt assassin as it is a track weapon. A deeper look into the bike's specifications sheds some light on the designations used but to get right down to the business, the R7 is quite a brilliant piece of machinery with 26 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | JUNE 2021
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real-world thrills that paper numbers don't must give pause to appreciate the stylings do justice. The real thrill happens behind the of the new machine. The R7 is slim. Skinny, bars… in the saddle. even. In comparison to the R1, R3, and R6, the R7 is the most narrow bike to be included The press launch for the R7 transpired at in Yamaha's R lineup. I realized how thin the Atlanta Motorsport Park, a two-mile contortion R7 is as I threw a leg over and settled into of track in Georgia that was designed for cars. the saddle. I'm a bigger guy so being able to The elevation changes, blind corners, and a find my comfort zone in the seat often takes lengthy sweeping left-hander proved to be a a moment, as was the case here. But once I perfect playground to get to know the YZF-R7. did, I could appreciate what the R7 offered in the ergonomics department. Yamaha utilizes But before throwing a leg over the bike, you a "rider triangle" theory when designing the JUNE 2021 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | 29
THE FIRST RIDE: YAMAHA YZF-R7
THE YAMAHA YZF-R7 IS THE RESPONSE TO WHAT THE PEOPLE WANT. EVEN THOUGH SOME MAY NOT KNOW THAT IT IS WHAT THEY ASKED FOR... 30 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | JUNE 2021
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THE FIRST RIDE: YAMAHA YZF-R7 riding position of the R7. The R7's triangle rests between the R3 and R6 thanks to the height of the clip-on handlebars mounted to a cast top triple clamp and forged lower triple. Sculpted into the fuel tank are deep pockets for your knees. The seat height measures 835mm. The result is a comfortable yet aggressive sport attack riding form on which you have the freedom to adjust your body position and maintain a solid connection to the bike. Even for a big man, such as myself.
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The Yamaha YZF-R7 is powered by a 689cc inline twin-cylinder CP2 engine. This is the same engine platform as the MT-07 but with a few bells and whistles. The R7 is equipped with an assist and slipper clutch, a first for the CP2 engine and it came in handy when running through the paces during the time spent on track. A highlight of the R7's engine configuration is the implementation of its 270-degree crankshaft that produces a more balanced and consistent delivery of useable
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torque and power. Rolling on the throttle, the R7 responds with smooth and reliable acceleration. There is no herk. No jerk. At open throttle, the R7 behaved with an aggressive performance providing real power throughout the RPM band. After the first few sessions, with several laps in, I upped my gearing at sections of the course with a progressive response. Where I was traveling in second and third gear, I bumped up to third and fourth and found the ride even more exhilarating. Our test bikes were equipped with the optional quick shift system ($199.99… It's worth it!) so upshifts were effortless. From corner entry, apex to exit, the R7 offered constant stability that increased my confidence in the job at hand. Comfort and confidence in the R7 came quickly. That left plenty of room to focus on the twists of the track. Atlanta Motorsports Park consists of a multitude of left and right-handers and not much in the long straights department. It is more technical than it is fast. However, it is quick. It could be very easy to underestimate the layout and run off the circuit. I was spared any run-off moments, not for lack of trying. The braking components of the R7 are premium. At the front end, there's the Brembo radial master cylinder with a 16mm piston that operates radial ADVICS calipers with 30mm and 27mm pistons that grab the twin 298mm rotors. Managing speed upon corner entry was steady and strong thanks to the feedback from the braking setup. Through the chicane after turn one and at other sections on the course, the nimbleness JUNE 2021 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | 35
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of the thin R7 takes high marks. For the frame and suspension, Yamaha employs a steeper rake (23.7 degrees), a shorter trail (88mm), and a 1395mm wheelbase with 41mm KYB upside-down adjustable forks. The R7's frame is reinforced at the swingarm pivot by aluminum center braces on both sides that provide torsional rigidity. The sum is a motorcycle that is manageable and responds properly to rider input.
was to be a replacement model. The love is "claimed" because the R6's last best sales year was 2008, for new motorcycles. Since then, new R6 sales have decreased significantly. In recent years, used R6 sales have towered over new bike sales, consistently. It is in the math. The cost of a new bike has increased over the years and that's in part due to the implementation of new technology. Electronic suspension, cornering ABS, standard ABS, traction control, lift control, slide control, and everything else that composes modern sportbike technology… comes with a price tag. The secondary market fills the gap providing consumers with, maybe not the latest and greatest, but "new to them" riding features.
Our YZF-R7s were outfitted with Bridgestone Battlax Racing R11 tires that gripped the asphalt with dominion. The R7 that you purchase from your dealer will be fitted with Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 tires sized 120/70-R17 for the front and 180/55-R17 at the rear. Equipped with R11s or S22s, the R7 is primed to perform with either set. The Yamaha YZF-R7 is the response to what the people want. Even though some may What Yamaha has created with the YZF-R7 is not know that it is what they asked for. The a truly exciting motorcycle that is a joy to ride. R7 is not a replacement bike. It is an all-new It is an all-new concept of motorcycle for the motorcycle that is presented to the market to Yamaha R supersport series that performs duty offer an affordable ($8,999.00), attainable, as a track weapon or street machine. and formidable supersport that talks the talk and rides the ride. No, there is no hefty The myriad of lamentations that overflowed the electronic suite, although ABS is standard. comment sections of social media platforms in This bike is about getting asses in the seats recent weeks is loosely based on the "claimed" of a new performance-driven motorcycle. The loved for the YZF-R6 and the disdain with its Yamaha YZF-R7 is the beginning of the "new" departure. More so, the disappointment in the for Yamaha, standing on its own credentials, expectation of what was coming after the 6 not in the shadows of others. JUNE 2021 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | 39
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THE FIRST RIDE: APRILIA TUONO 660 APRILIA IS HITTING a bit of a purple patch right now. The RSV4 1100 superbike is getting overhauled. There’s a new adventure bike coming. And who knows? Maybe the MotoGP bike won’t be such a laughing stock this year. Hot on the heels of the delectable RS 660 released in 2020 comes the RS’s naughty cousin, the one who keeps taking their clothes off at inappropriate times. And now, ladies and gentlemen (insert stripper DJ voice), please welcome to the stage… Tuono 660! The RS 660 signaled a change in philosophy for a company that made its name in little bike performance. Let us not forget the impact a certain two-stroke by the name of the RS 250 had on motorcycling as a whole. And while that little gem didn’t spawn a naked Tuono version, its death 17 or so years ago meant Aprilia’s attention was shifted into the above 750cc segments in everything from sportbikes to long-range tourers like the long-forgotten Aprilia Futura 1100. Now Aprilia is looking backward to go forwards. Reimagining their line of semi-entry level machines to get riders fired up about a brand that doesn’t get anywhere near enough love in the United States for how good their bikes are. The $10,499 MSRP Tuono 660 ($200 more if you want the yellow one) is technically the same as the RS 660. But with a few subtle differences (if you want to refresh your memory on the RS, my Editor himself perched himself aboard one at the national launch last year, the test of which you can read here). The same 659 cc parallel-twin motor that churns out 100 hp and 49 lb-ft of torque sits in the same twin-spar aluminum chassis. And the same Aprilia Performance Ride Control electronics that house multiple riding, traction, ABS, and wheelie modes are found within the ECU. Oh, and cruise control comes as standard. However, the 41mm Kayaba front suspension gets 10 mm less wheel travel at 110 mm, with both rebound and preload adjustments done via the right fork leg only. The RS also gets a lithium-ion battery compared to the lead acid one found on the Tuono. Other than that, the two bikes are near identical 44 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | JUNE 2021
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THE FIRST RIDE: APRILIA TUONO 660 (except for the clothes, obviously). Aprilia is claiming 403 lb ready to rock with a full 3.96 gallon tank of gas for the Tuono, putting it on par with the Yamaha MT-07 at 400 lb with a 3.7 gallon tank of gas. The Tuono 660 doesn’t come with an IMU as standard. That’ll cost you an extra $199. The same for the Aprilia Quick Shifter. However, once you get the IMU, you then switch on Cornering ABS and Cornering Lights, which is a worthy purchase. The Tuono feels bigger than it actually is, which is both a good a bad thing. It’s good because the size gives the motorcycle a feeling of solidity. It’s got that premium product feel. Especially when you look to the sides of the machine and see the air ducts/winglets that help direct cool air to the motor while simultaneously drawing hot air away from the rider. The tank is tall and wider. Something like a KTM 890 Duke R, which will suit taller riders out there. The shape of the tank makes you feel more in the motorcycle than on it. And gives you a solid connection to the chassis for when the road gets twisty. The size might be a bit of a put-off for brand new riders who are on the south side of 5’6”. But overall, the Tuono is by far the most approachable machine in Aprilia’s line-up. So those concerns will likely subside after about 10 minutes on board. The motor is a gem with plenty of top-end power. Although it gets hurt by quite a pronounced flat spot from 5-7000 rpm. Here, right when you want the bike to build speed and revs, it drops off a cliff. Laboring through the 2000 rpm emissions block before roaring back into life like a two-stroke. This is rather frustrating when you’re trying to set a canyon PB and want every ounce of available performance. But it’s less of a concern when you’re simply cruising with the crew. It’s a good engine otherwise. And matched to the lovely Aprilia Quick Shift system, there are good times to be had indeed. The chassis is light and nimble and will answer your sporty 46 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | JUNE 2021
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THE TUONO 660 IS A LITTLE SISTER TO THE FIRE-BR TUONO 1100.
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commands just as well as the RS will. You can really hustle the Tuono along and it’ll keep coming back for more. Although if you brake hard enough and start hitting bumps on corner entry you will find the limits of the fork’s capabilities. A set of nice Ohlins cartridges would make this a sexy little beast indeed. The Tuono 660 is a worthy little sister to the fire-breathing Tuono 1100. And its arrival may have come at the perfect time. As we get more and more turned on to little bikes and the joys they bring, the Aprilia Tuono 660 should provide the perfect platform for new and even returning riders to get into the Aprilia fold. Not to mention experienced riders who want something a touch more mellow than the mentality of a Tuono 1100, but still a little naughtiness in their lives. And we all need some of that these days.
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GRID NEWS
THE CZECH WORLDSBK ROUND WELCOMES BACK FANS THE AUTODROM MOST EMBRACES RACE on the grandstands, but now the whole area FANS AT FULL CAPACITY FOR THE CZECH along the race track on the hillside is accessible. We are also starting to prepare an interesting WORLDSBK ROUND. fan program, which we will soon reveal on our For the first time since the 2020 Phillip Island website. Unfortunately, paddock access is still WorldSBK round, spectators will be welcomed not possible.” - Jana Svobodova, Czech Republic back to cheer on their favorite competitors at the Sales and Marketing Director. Czech WorldSBK Round. Fans will have access to both grandstands, as well as the spectator The Czech WorldSBK round at the Autodrom areas on the hillside, under the conditions that Most marks the return of WorldSBK racing to "... all fans will be required to provide certified the Czech Republic since Brno in 2018. The documentation of confirmation about a negative Autodrom was built in 1983 and measures PCR or antigen test, no older than 72 hours." 2.617 miles with more corners, 21, than any other circuits on the calendar. “Originally, we assigned space for the spectators
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MOTOGP FANS BACK IN FULL FORCE AT THE RED BULL RING MOTOGP FANS WILL BE WELCOMED BACK IN von Österreich is on deck for August 15. Both FULL ATTENDANCE FOR BOTH THE STYRIAN race events get on at the famed Red Bull Ring AND AUSTRIAN GRAND PRIXS. Spielberg in Austria. Both the Styrian and Austrian Grand Prix are staged to welcome back MotoGP fans to the grandstands after Dorna announced that spectator restrictions in Austria are being lifted this summer.
Full grandstand attendance will be open to MotoGP fans who are either vaccinated, tested or recovered from Covid-19. It is important to note that MotoGP paddock will continue to operate as a separate Covid-19 safe bubble at both events. The Michelin Grand Prix of Styria is scheduled It's a start to the "back to normal" that all MotoGP for August 8 and the Motorrad Grand Prix fans long for.
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THE PRESS ROOM: THE GRID NEWS MOTOGP FINLAND 2021 - CANCELLED MOTOGP STYRIA 2021 - ADDED
COVID RESTRICTIONS CONTINUE TO August 6 to 8, at the Red Bull Ring in Germany. PLAGUE GRAND PRIX RACING WITH THE CANCELLATION OF THE 2021 MICHELIN The cherry on top? A limited number of spectators will be allowed to attend both the Styria and GRAND PRIX OF STYRIA AT THE KYMIRING. Austrian rounds, with strict adherence to all health First, the bad news. The 2021 Finnish round of protocols. MotoGP at the KymiRing has been canceled. The decision was announced by the FIM, IRTA and In more good news for fans, in agreement with Dorna Sports because of the ongoing Covid-19 local authorities and whilst adhering to all required pandemic and the resulting travel complications health protocols, both the Styrian and Austrian Grands Prix expect to welcome a limited number to Finland. of spectators back through the doors this season But there is good news. The KymiRing, located in to enjoy the best of MotoGP™️ at one of the most Kausala of the Iitti municipality, Päijänne Tavastia, beautiful tracks in the world: the Red Bull Ring. Finland will eventually see race action as Dorna The FIM, IRTA and Dorna Sports announce the also announced that it has extended its agreement cancellation of the 2021 Grand Prix of Finland. with the Finnish race circuit for five years. The The ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, as well as extension secures that, pending restrictions, the resulting travel complications to Finland, have circuit will remain a part of the MotoGP calendar obliged the cancellation of the event. through 2026. However, Dorna Sports is happy to announce an Replacing the KymiRing round for this season is the extended five-year agreement with the Grand Prix Michelin Grand Prix of Styria, scheduled to take of Finland, assuring the stunning new KymiRing a place one week prior to the Austrian Grand Prix, place on the calendar until at least 2026. 56 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | JUNE 2021
JACK MILLER STAYS WITH DUCATI MOTOGP FACTORY TEAM THE DUCATI LENOVO TEAM MOTOGP TEAM received from Ducati and the whole team during the EXTENDS ITS CONTRACT WITH JACK MILLER last months, and I want to thank Gigi, Paolo, Davide, and Claudio for the faith they had in me. Now I can THROUGH 2022. solely concentrate on the current season. We are 2021 is Jack Miller's premiere season with the factory fourth in the standings, not far from the leader, and Ducati Lenovo MotoGP team, after three years of the Championship is still very long. I will do my best competing for the satellite Pramac Ducati team. His to continue this positive trend and fight for the title. recent success of back-to-back race wins in Jerez and Forza Ducati!” - Jack Miller, #43 Ducati Lenovo Team. Le Mans just may have helped increase his stock as Ducati Lenovo has agreed to extend Jack Miller's “We are delighted to be able to announce that we will continue with Miller also in 2022. In this first contract through the 2022 season. season, Jack has shown great talent, professionalism, As of publishing, the Australian-born Miller is currently and strong determination. He was able to secure positioned in fourth place in the championship points two important victories in different conditions after after the first five races of the 2021 season. Ducati a tough start to the season. For sure, he is one of and the Ducati Lenovo Team lead the Constructors’ the riders that better knows how to understand our Desmosedici GP to fully take advantage of its potential and Teams’ standings. in any condition, as the recent success in Le Mans “I am thrilled to be able to continue my adventure has demonstrated. As always, our goal remains the with the Ducati Lenovo Team also next season! Championship title, and we believe that with Jack and Wearing these colours is a great honour for me, and Pecco, we will be among the main protagonists of having been able to win the last two races on the the 2022 title charge.” - Luigi Dall’Igna, Ducati Corse Desmosedici GP is a real dream! It wouldn’t have General Manager. been possible without the great support that I’ve
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THE GRID
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THE GRID: MOTOGP WITH B.T. RAUL FERNANDEZ
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AS I’VE MADE my predictions on the 2021 MotoGP season, I always ended every piece with, "...that is, until Daddy gets home!” Well, Daddy is Marc Marquez. And he is back. Albeit not 100% but back nonetheless. And let’s face it, an even 50% Marquez is must-see TV. April 18, 2021, was the date MotoGP fans had circled on their calendar. Portimao! That word has probably never been mentioned as much as during the week of April 18th and boy did Marquez not disappoint! It started at the preevent presser when the 2020 World Champion, Joan Mir said innocently enough, “Let’s see how competitive he will be!” Sounds like nothing, right? Well, Marquez extended a look in Mir’s direction that smoldered like a campfire. Mind games activated! It was obvious Marquez wasn’t quite the same but he was still pretty damn good, qualifying 6th. Not too shabby for a guy who took a year's sabbatical as if he were a Mormon on a mission Except his mission this time was to just see how he would do. No expectations. Yeah, right! For mere mortals such as myself and you that reads my articles, maybe... But for Marc Marquez, his "no expectations" exceeded all expectations. Testing his surgically repaired arm on one of the most grueling circuits on the calendar was as good a litmus test as you could ask for. And Marquez passed through with pure grit and determination. His arm obviously was bothering him after trying to manhandle a 280 hp beast all weekend. Eventually, it started to take its toll. Rumors started to circulate if he would finish the race. 25 laps on a circuit dubbed "The Rollercoaster" because of its resemblance to an amusement park favorite would certainly test the strength of his arm. But like I said, when talking about Marquez you're talking to the closest thing to Michael Jordan on two wheels. JUNE 2021 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | 63
THE GRID: MOTOGP WITH B.T. Marquez wills his bike and body to do things his rivals can't and won't. He got off to a fantastic start and was as high as third place before eventually settling for seventh. Upon which he sat in his chair after the race and succumbed to the emotion of the weekend and wept like a child who didn't get ice cream for dessert. It was the first time since 2018 that Marquez didn't finish on the podium.Barring a major setback, Marquez should be back to his 'old self of wreaking havoc on the MotoGP field. And although I believe he will do just that, I think this year's crop of MotoGP riders will give Marquez his stiffest test to date. The Ducatis, particularly Johan Zarco and Pecco Bagnaia will give him nightmares on circuits where horsepower is king. The two rivals that will provide the stiffest of the stiff, will be Portimao and Qatar winner Fabio Quartararo and 2020 Champ Joan Mir. Marquez has already started the mind games with Mir by stalking him in qualifying like DeShaun Watson looking for massage therapists. Mir got the better of him in the race but in laymen's terms, it's on! This rivalry should be a good one. It's Quartararo that poses the biggest threat. Fabio has never beaten Marquez in a showdown and this 2021 Quartararo looks more focused, relaxed and hungry than I've ever seen him. Fabio is the man to beat in GP. Make no mistake, Marc will be up for the challenge. I can see it in his eyes. He's got that look. That look that broods, "I will see you on the track. And then we shall see what you got. May the best man win." Raul Fernandez and Pedro Acosta share that brooding look and they both won on Sunday in Moto3 and Moto2. They will be Marc's future rivals. Marc will be slowly on the downside of his career and these young lions will show him no 64 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | JUNE 2021
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mercy. Nor will Marquez, but it will be Marquez who stirs the drink that is MotoGP. He brings out the best in his rivals. And we, the spectators are the beneficiaries. Sunday in Portugal was a good race. It saw three costly mistakes by championship contenders and it showed the bright future that GP has in Pecco Bagnaia and French Superstar Fabio Quartararo But most importantly it showed that, although two races down, to win the 2021 MotoGP title, you have to deal with an eight-time MotoGP Champion who isn't quite ready to give it up that easy. Daddy's home! Now what? We will find out in two weeks, in Jerez, Spain. Stay tuned. GP just got even better. And it was already pretty damn good! JUNE 2021 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | 67
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THE LIFE: FEATURED RIDERS BROUGHT TO YOU BY:
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Josh Rittberg LOCATION: Vancouver, Canada OCCUPATION: Technician and Influencer. YEARS RIDING: 20 years. RIDING STYLE: Street, track and stunt. BIKE/S OWNED: Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R. FAVORITE BIKE MODIFICATION/ACCESSORY: Galfer wave rotors, brake pads and brake lines. FAVORITE PIECE OF RIDING GEAR: Cortech Adrenaline GP Suit and gloves. MOST MEMORABLE RIDE: Riding the Mulholland Snake, all to myself.
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THE LIFE: FEATURED RIDERS
Adam Andrews LOCATION: Lodi, CA OCCUPATION: Advertising. YEARS RIDING: 21 years. RIDING STYLE: Dirt and street. BIKE/S OWNED: 2012 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R. FAVORITE BIKE MODIFICATION/ACCESSORY: My Two Brothers slip on. It's super loud! FAVORITE PIECE OF RIDING GEAR: My new red helmet I just picked up. I love the color red and that helmet just pops! MOST MEMORABLE RIDE: My first wreck on New Year's Day when I was 3. Had to go to the hospital after casing a 20 foot tabletop jump on my dirtbike.
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Kristin LOCATION: New York, New York. OCCUPATION: Finance. YEARS RIDING: 3 years. RIDING STYLE: Street and track. BIKE/S OWNED: 2018 BMW S1000RR, 2018 Kawasaki Ninja 400. FAVORITE BIKE MODIFICATION/ACCESSORY: Titanium Akrapovic Exhaust. FAVORITE PIECE OF RIDING GEAR: My crystal spiked bedazzled Shoei RF-1200 helmet. MOST MEMORABLE RIDE: To Niagra Falls.
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LET ME START by saying these Sa1nt Unbreakable Jeans are without a doubt the most comfortable riding jeans that I’ve ever worn. They have 2% Elastane. I don’t know what Elastane is but it works. The slight stretch makes them comfortable sitting on your bike or walking around off of it. So by now, we all know about All The Gear All The Time or ATGATT. However, with all the gear all the time, the problem is sometimes you are going to an event where leather pants might get you a sideeye. It’s hard to explain to your date that you don’t have freaky plans later when you show up in a leather suit. Enter riding jeans, they’re comfortable and normal looking. These Sa1nt jeans are truly good-looking. Nice dark denim. Not super skinny which doesn’t look good if you are not, or so baggy they might blow away or show you’re stuck in the 90s. I didn’t test the "unbreakable" factor but the Dyneema fabric is supposed to be super strong. And the Sa1nt Unbreakable Riding jeans are reinforced in the right places. The only drawback I found is the shallow pockets. I carry a little too much junk in my pockets. I’d like for them a little deeper for security. I won’t comment on price because, in my opinion, you can not put a price on safety. They may cost a few dollars more but they are definitely worth it. Hey, it is yo' ass they may save! JUNE 2021 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | 79
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THE NEW ISH DAINESE • RISOLUTA AIR TEX LADY JACKET The women’s Risoluta Air Tex Lady motorcycle jacket is a versatile, all-season garment that combines protection and ease of use. Constructed in resistant, anti-abrasion fabric, it allows for safe, comfortable riding even in summer, due to its excellent breathability. The removable thermal lining ensures peace of mind on the coldest of days, providing the ideal level of insulation with which to enjoy the road in confidence. Dainese safety standards are upheld with composite protectors on the shoulders and elbows, which can be removed if necessary. A dedicated pocket allows for the insertion of a G1 or G2 back protector. Colors: Black/Acqua-Green, Black/White, Glacier-Gray/Lava-Red Size: 38 - 54 Price: $249.95 Contact: https://www.dainese.com
WOODCRAFT-CFM • APRILIA RS660 CLUTCH COVER PROTECTOR CNC machined from 6061 Aluminum billet, the Woodcraft 2-piece engine covers are designed to offer replaceable stainless steel (or Aluminum) skid plates which add wear resistance in the most vulnerable area keep your bike oil tight in the event of a crash and often allow for multiple crashes. Additionally, they give your bike a custom look that will make you stand out in the crowd. The Protector bolts over the clutch cover protecting the lower half that is vulnerable in a crash. Price: $199.99 Contact: https://woodcraft-cfm.com
ALPINESTARS • GP FORCE PHANTOM 2 PIECE LEATHER SUIT The GP Force Phantom 2 Piece Leather Suit is constructed from bovine leather for unsurpassed abrasion and tear resistance. Fully optimized for use with or without Tech-Air 5, Alpinestars electronic Airbag Safety System, the GP Force Phantom 2PC Leather Suit incorporates Alpinestars GP protectors for effective impact protection and external sliders at the joints for unparalleled abrasion resistance. Size: 48 - 60 Price: $899.95 Contact: https://www.alpinestars.com 82 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | JUNE 2021
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The Voodoo Chrome Frame Cover kit spruce up your Suzuki Hayabusa and are applicable for all model years, including the all-new 2022 model. The ABS molded plastic frame covers are chrome dipped with a deep shine. The frame covers' outstanding fit and finish ensure that no modifications are required for install. Kit includes covers for left and right sides of the frame. Price: $150.00 Contact: https://www.voodoomoto.com
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THE NEW ISH DAINESE • THE SEVILLA AIR TEX JACKET The Sevilla Air Tex is all about safety and protection with perforated mesh fabrics optimizing airflow to keep the body cool as summer heats up. Pro Shape 2.0 certified soft protectors on the shoulders and elbows, a back pocket for G model back protectors, and reflective inserts uphold Dainese’s emphasis on styled protection. The Sevilla Air Text Jacket has adjustments at the neck, hips, and cuffs to customize the fit and maximize freedom of movement. Colors: Black/Black, Black/Charcoal-Grey, Black/Grape-Leaf Sizes: 44 - 64 Price: $199.95 Contact: https://www.dainese.com
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THE NEW ISH: FEATURED ITEM PUIG HI-TECH PARTS • 2021 STREETFIGHTER V4 SPORT WINDSHIELD
The Sport windshield designed specifically for the new 2020 Ducati Streetfighter V4 and V4 S perfectly aligns with its radical aesthetics, with sharp and aerodynamic shapes. Like the motorcycle itself, the windshield simulates two pieces by playing with the contrast between the screen, which is matt black, and the central part made of methacrylate. This material, finished in a glossy tone, can be clear, light smoked, dark smoked and glossy black or red. In addition, its lines have been developed to divert air to the sides, reducing the impact on the rider's torso and improving its aerodynamics. Colors: Smoke, Dark Smoke, Clear, Black, Red Price: $162.79 Contact: https://puigusa.com 86 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | JUNE 2021
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