Motorcycle News - Best Womens Motorcycle Boots
https://ift.tt/315v6f1 It’s no secret the overwhelming majority of motorcycle gear is targeted and sized for men. As the majority of motorcycle owners are male, this tends to make sense. However, women represent one of the largest growing demographics in motorcycling, and motorcycle apparel manufacturers are starting to notice, creating apparel fit for the female anatomy. This includes footwear, since the size and shape of men’s and women’s feet can vary widely. Here we’ll bring you a selection of motorcycle boots for women. Or will we? You might notice that I’m not exactly anatomically qualified to be heading up this kind of assignment. Thankfully, I’ve got riding friends who are, and I reached out to them to ask what they prefer to put on their feet when they ride. Perhaps the surprising answer is that, for extremely technical footwear, like motocross or roadracing boots, these women – like a lot of other women they know – choose to wear men’s boots in small sizes, or even kid’s boots. Thus is the state of technical apparel for women. So, with the help of some female riders who were gracious enough to provide me with their input, here are some choices for motorcycle footwear for women, in a variety of categories. Table of Contents
Alpinestars Women's Stella SMX-1 RWe’ll start this list with everyday riding shoes because the selection and thought process is similar to that of riding shoes for men – it all comes down to personal preference. If we’re being honest with ourselves, riding shoes are basically a step above wearing your favorite pair of Chuck Taylors or Yeezys. In the case of the Alpinestars Stella SMX-1 R you get a durable, lightweight, and low cut riding boot. Its extensive perforation (in the vented version) gives it more ventilation than the standard model, though both are constructed from a highly abrasion-resistant microfiber upper and reinforced with strategically positioned TPU protectors. Alpinestars’ exclusive rubber compound sole offers comfort and excellent grip, both on and off the bike, while the accordion flex zones give support and control regardless of your riding position. It’s also available in black, if fuschia isn’t your thing. Speed and Strength Women's True Romance Black Moto ShoesIf you’re looking for a more traditional-looking hi-top, there are a large amount of options. One example is the Speed and Strength True Romance shoes. Constructed from a durable leather upper, an anti-slip rubber outsole gives you confident footing. The molded toe box helps keep your digits protected, while heel and ankle reinforcements help give the shoe its structure and protect the back of the foot at the same time. The Under Cover lacing system keeps laces out of the way, since you don’t want them getting tangled in brake or shift levers (or the countershaft sprocket). The teal lace eyelets and interior fabric provide contrast from the primary black colorway. Joe Rocket Heartbreaker Women's BootsWhen it comes to touring boots, a little more coverage is needed over riding shoes. Weather suitability is also important, as is all-day comfort. For warm-weather touring, the Joe Rocket Heartbreaker boot is an option. The perforated leather chassis goes as far as covering the calf, while a suede front panel is articulated for better range of motion. The heavy-duty calf expansion panels make the boot comfortable for a wide range of leg sizes, and are kept in place with hook-and-loop adjusters. Further fine tuning of the fit is achieved with adjustment buckles at the ankles and at the top of the boot. As an added bonus, a two and a half inch hidden wedge gives you the extra little boost in height. Tour Master Solution WP 2.0 Women's Motorcycle BootsThe Tour Master Solution WP 2.0 boots are a more traditional touring boot compared to the Joe Rocket option above. Made from a water-repellent leather and PU upper, it features a HiPora waterproof, breathable membrane and 3M ScotchLite in the rear area for better night time visibility. The VR single density compound sole gives reliable grip on the ground and also lets the rider feel the feedback from the footpegs better. An auto lock zipper covered with an adjustable Velcro flap makes it easier for the boot to contour around your lower leg. Leather stretch panels provide extra comfort and durability, while a leather shift pad protects the boot from the shift lever. A preformed orthopedic vibration absorbing foot bed shields your foot from the bike’s vibrations. TCX Lady Aura Plus Waterproof Women's BootsAnother option in women’s touring boots is the TCX Lady Aura Plus boots. The full grain leather construction is combined with front and rear elastic fabric to increase comfort and give full range of motion. There’s a malleolus shift pad and a contoured shin plate for protection, as well as a heel and toe counter to guard either end of the foot. Of course, as the name would suggest, the boot is also waterproof, so you can tour in confidence, no matter the weather conditions. Dainese Torque 3 Out Women's BootsWhen it comes to highly technical footwear like track boots, it’s unfortunate how few options there are specifically for women – and the few options that are available are the equivalent to bottom-tier men’s boots. This is why the women we talked to just said they wore men’s boots in small sizes. However, the Dainese Torque 3 Out above was one exception our female advisors suggested. Giving away very little to the men’s racing boot, the Torque 3 Out features Dainese’s D-Axial ankle protection system limits the rotation of the ankle. A reinforced hull and hard sliders help to dissipate impact loads and protect smaller foot bones. The D-Stone material used for the upper is highly resistant to abrasion and conceals an inner speed lacing system and a three-dimensional mesh liner. SIDI Vertigo 2 Lei Women's BootsThe Sidi Vertigo 2 Lei is another women’s-specific track boot that came highly recommended to us. One of Sidi’s best known and iconic boots, the Vertigo series is refreshed with the all new Vertigo 2 Lei! Featuring the latest evolution of the exclusive Sidi Vertebra system the Vertigo 2 Lei is built specifically for a woman’s foot, and features all the same protective features of the race-bred Vertigo 2. The Vertebra System adjusted via Sidi’s exclusive Tecno VR closure system helps to protect the rider’s Achilles tendon, while a single nylon ankle support brace gives extra support. A nylon inner sole with removable arch support pad keeps your foot comfortable, and the elastic panel adjacent to the entry zipper allows a bind free zip and improved fit. Lined with anti-abrasion Cambrelle in the foot area for comfort, the upper is lined with Teflon mesh which prevents complete absorption of water and sweat. These materials will not retain water or sweat on the inside of the boot. The boot will dry quickly and the treatment also prevents the onset of mold. Alpinestars Stella SMX Plus v2 BootsFully optimized for a female fit, the Stella SMX Plus v2 Boot perfectly blends sleek sports styling with advanced protection features developed in Alpinestars performance footwear department. The durable and light microfiber upper is reinforced with a rugged polymer protector and the exclusive Multi-Link Control (MLC) system prevents ankle torsion while offering freedom of movement. Large front and rear accordion zones are optimized to maximize flexibility for maximum comfort and improved safety. A ratchet top closure helps seal the boot around the leg, while the inner speed lacing closure and unique lateral zipper offer precise and secure fit. Sidi Adventure 2 Gore-Tex BootsYes, this is a men’s boot. But it came highly recommended to us from one of the women we talked to when asked for a recommendation for dirt/adventure boots. In fact, as you’ll see, like the track boots, dirt boots for women are lacking when compared to their male counterparts. In the case of the Sidi Adventure 2 Gore-Tex boot, a small men’s size fit our female advisor perfectly, which then gave her access to all that the boot has to offer, like:
Other features include cam buckles for a secure fit, a slip-resistant sole, PU shin plates and ankle protection, and of course the Gore-Tex breathable and waterproof membrane for dry feet in all conditions. Alpinestars Youth Tech 7S Motocross BootAnother contributor told us her feet are small enough to wear kid’s dirt boots, like the Alpinestars Tech 7S. A miniature version of the Tech 7 for adult males, the 7S features a unique, high strength sole construction offering durability and protective performance. The Tech 7S Boot has been specifically developed for youth or smaller framed riders (ie. women). A PU-reinforced microfiber upper provides flexibility, abrasion resistance, water-resistance and weight-savings for a consistent fit that is easy to maintain and clean. The contoured shin plate is injected with high modulus TPU for excellent levels of impact and abrasion resistance. Lastly, the self-aligning buckles make it super simple to cinch the boots tight. O'Neal 0325-709 Womens New Logo Rider BootIf you insist on a dirt boot specifically for women, there’s this option from O’Neal. Featuring injection molded plastic plates to protect against impacts, the metal shank insert reinforces the shape of the Boot and adds support for the foot. An easy to operate, snap-lock adjustable four-buckle closure system ensures the boot is tight to the foot, while the durable Goodyear welt sole is properly balanced with no unstable rocking. A metal toe guard protects the sole against delaminating, and a moderate grip sole is great for track, trail and ATV riders. Fox Racing Comp Women's BootsAnother option for ladies who want a dedicated moto boot is the women’s Comp Boot from Fox Racing. An updated floating cuff system provides lateral support and increased linear movement while locking out before hyperextension of the ankle. There’s a TPU shin plate, calf guard, heel cap, and full toe coverage. The patent-pending ActiveLock closure system allows the shin to flex with the motion of the boot with fast, easy, and secure closure, while a durable rubber medial and burn guard provides excellent grip and feel of the bike. You’ll find two instinct-style lower buckles for a secure zero heel lift fit, and improved lining material provides instant step-in comfort. TCX Women's Lady Blend BootsLike street riding shoes, there are lots of options when it comes to cruiser boots. Again, what it boils down to is rider preference. These TCX Lady Blend waterproof boots are a good combination of style and performance that are stylish on or off the motorcycle. Constructed from microfiber and cut specifically for women, the Lady Blend is styled like a normal boot, but has additional material for a shift pad, additional ankle padding for protection and a slip-resistant sole. Harley-Davidson Women's Amherst Motorcycle BootFor some, cruiser boots have to come from Harley-Davidson. Thankfully, The Motor Company’s collection of apparel is huge and includes women’s boots, like the Amherst seen here. A short women’s boot with just the right amount of attitude. The full grain leather Amherst has a lightweight outsole and heel, with YKK dual locking inside and outside zippers for fashionable convenience. The added toe stitching and iconic Harley-Davidson bar and shield gives this boot just the right amount of moto edge. Harley-Davidson Women's Belhaven Leather BootsAnother option from Harley-Davidson is the Belhaven. A fan favorite, the Belhaven women’s leather riding boot is a tall lace up with iconic H-D appeal and classic heritage styling. A top to bottom YKK locking zipper lets the long laces do the talking. We are committed to finding, researching, and recommending the best products. We earn commissions from purchases you make using the retail links in our product reviews. Learn more about how this works. Become a Motorcycle.com insider. Get the latest motorcycle news first by subscribing to our newsletter here. The post Best Women’s Motorcycle Boots appeared first on Motorcycle.com. Motorcycles via Motorcycle.com https://ift.tt/2Std7JO July 30, 2020 at 12:44PM
Motorcycle News - ‘Bombshell’: Deus mods the MT-07 with a sharp new kit
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The MT engine and its requisite plumbing are a little cluttered to the eye, but it’s a hella peachy mill, packed into an equally playful chassis. And the rest of the bike’s put together like a Meccano set, making it fun to pull apart and reconfigure. So it’s no surprise that leading custom shops have been producing bolt-on MT-07 and XSR700 kits. ‘The Young Jerk’ is a tight and focused rework on the MT-07, and comes from star builder Jeremy Tagand at Deus Ex Machina in Sydney, Australia. Yamaha Australia commissioned it as a one-off—but once Jeremy got cracking, he decided to take it a step further and use the build as a prototype for a bolt-on kit. This new kit will fit either the MT or the XSR, in your choice of fiberglass or carbon fiber.
Next, the MT-07 went off to Greg Kerba at Sydney Composite, to create the mold for the fiberglass body.
Andrew Simpson and his crew at Vert Design came to the rescue, knocking the renders into shape, so that the final molds could be milled out of timber. Greg then laid down the final fiberglass prototype, which, after a few more adjustments, fit.
Capping the monocoque off is a carbon fiber seat pan, wrapped in white leather by David Britton from Bad Arse Trim Co.
The front end’s finished off with a LED-equipped tracker headlight from Dab Design, and a high-mounted fender on a custom bracket from Mario. Further back, Jeremy relocated the MT-07 speedo onto new bar risers, now gripping a set of Renthal Fatbars.
Jeremy kept the stock suspension, wheels and brakes, but swapped the tires for a set of Pirelli Scorpions.
With the MT-07 buttoned up, Deus decided to try two more ideas: execute the kit in carbon fiber, and adapt it to the XSR700. After all, the MT and XSR are effectively the same bike, under the hood.
Jeremy handled the details on this one a little differently. It got a different set of bar risers, with custom made bars, made by Jonathan Okada at Kansai Giant. Dave handled upholstery again, this time with an Alcantara cover. And Jeremy built another custom tail tidy, this time with Purpose Built Moto taillights and blinkers.
The Deus ‘Bombshell’ kit is now available in the material of your choice, with all the required mounting hardware, and looks cracking on either bike. All you have to do is design your own tail light and plate setup (because the OEM stuff gets in the way), and you’re set. Deus Customs | Facebook | Instagram | Images by Thomas Walk Motorcycles via Bike EXIF https://ift.tt/2Mf9b0c July 30, 2020 at 12:17PM 7/30/2020 British Grand Prix: Racing Point's Sergio Perez returns 'inconclusive' Covid-19 test - F1 News
F1 News - British Grand Prix: Racing Point's Sergio Perez returns 'inconclusive' Covid-19 test
https://ift.tt/33bYvam Sergio Perez is in isolation after the Mexican driver returns an inconclusive Covid-19 test result before the British Grand Prix. #F1 via BBC Sport - Formula 1 https://ift.tt/OHg7x6 July 30, 2020 at 11:48AM
MotoGP News - Binder will "make a hell of a lot" more mistakes in rookie MotoGP season
https://ift.tt/313cTii KTM's Brad Binder accepts that he is going to make "a hell of a lot more mistakes" in his rookie MotoGP campaign, after two promising but difficult Jerez races. The South African showed impressive pace across the Spanish and Andalusian Grand Prix weekends, lapping quicker than most of the podium contenders during both races. However, he was forced into a recovery ride after an off early in the Spanish GP, and had to do the same in the second Jerez race following a collision with Tech3 KTM counterpart Miguel Oliveira - before crashing out heavily at Turn 13 on lap 13. Binder admits mistakes in both races were "not great on my part", but accepts that they are likely to happen more as his debut MotoGP campaign wears on. When asked by Autosport if in a way getting big mistakes out of the way early was a weight off his shoulders, Binder said: "I suppose that'd be great if this is the end of it, because it's not like me to mess up in races. "And I've done it twice in a row. So, not great on my behalf, but it is what it is. "Life goes on, and at the end of the day, I've got to keep in mind I am a rookie. "I'm going to make a hell of a lot more mistakes this year still, and I can just be really happy that I'm okay because I had a big one [on Sunday]." Binder has proven to be a consistent campaigner, with his Andalusia DNF just the seventh time since his title winning Moto3 season in 2016 that he hasn't seen a chequered flag. PLUS: The rookie who promises a golden future for KTM Though frustrated that his mistakes haven't allowed him to reap the rewards of his strong pace, Binder concedes that he would never "expect" the form he has shown in his opening MotoGP races. "I suppose it's the only positive we can take out of it [that my pace was so strong]," he added. "So I've got to try and enjoy that part of it. But I mean I must say, I just was having a look at the sheets earlier and I had the third quickest laptime [in the Andalusian GP], which is really good. "I would never expect that coming into my first two GPs. Of course, the rhythm was a little bit up and down. "But anyway, when I did clean laps, they were super-fast, so not too far from maybe your top five guys. "But at the end of the day, I ended up throwing it away with what maybe 13 laps into the race or something. "So, I just had another 11 laps ago. But if we look at what we learned last week [in the Spanish GP], I could manage to keep the pace going. "So, I need to just keep working on that. Keep my strategy the same throughout the weekends and just make sure that I have this ability to feel comfortable and hold a good race pace. "And I think that will carry us through in the next races." Motogp Motorcycle Racing News via MotoGP news - Autosport https://ift.tt/2uOa9Ei July 30, 2020 at 04:18AM
Motorcycle News - Ask MO Anything: Can I Use a Clip-Type Master Link on My R1 Chain?
https://ift.tt/2CToloS Dear MOby, I guess it’s time for a new drive chain on my 20-year old R1 with 20,000 miles on it. The original seems a bit stiff in a few places. I was contemplating just cutting the old one off so as to avoid buying an expensive tool, but then it occurred to me I’d need the expensive tool anyway to properly peen on the new riveted link, or however you press the new one on. This led me to remembering how, in the old days, my bikes all had master links with clips. I used to put them on with pliers, and never had a problem. So my question is, can I use a clip-style master link on a modern O-ring 530 chain on a 150-horsepower bike? Thanks, Ken Easy Street Dear Ken, This is another one of those controversial motorcycle topics. Any number of motorcyclists who’ve been around the block a few times will tell you they’ve been using clip-type master links their whole lives on everything from open-class roadrace bikes to desert racers, without ever having one come off. The conspiratorial-minded among them will go further and insist that endless riveted chains exist only because they’re cheaper to manufacture and install on a new bike – and they force people to buy expensive tools to replace them. They might be correct. Chances are, you could use a clip-type master link on your new R1 chain and be perfectly fine, especially if you installed it according to the directions, facing the right way with the closed end toward the direction of chain travel. A dab of RTV on the clip is a good idea: Safety wire is even better, when there’s clearance. The real reason the chain people invented the endless, riveted chain, though, is because it’s stronger and less likely to come apart. There are just as many old guys who have stories of using master links for decades, until one finally failed. It usually happens on old chains so stretched out the clip can no longer clip. Sometimes when that happens your chain just flies off and does no damage. Other times, it packs up around the front sprocket and makes a large hole in the engine case. Chris Redpath of MotoGP Werks fame tells us he only uses riveted links when he puts new chains on; he mostly works on high-end street and race bikes. John Ethell at JETT Tuning says clip master links on dirt bikes are fine, but it’s riveted links for everything else. Especially race bikes: Decel corner-entry chatter shakes master links off, says JE, and then you are screwed. As befits his station in life, Redpath prefers the high-end Whale chain tool, which sells for a couple hundred bucks. Mr. Ethell says he’s fine with his proletarian RK rivet tool, which must be like this $90 RK Racing Chain UCT2100 Universal Chain Tool Kit we found on Amazon.
Like the Whale, the RK kit both drives out old pins and presses in new ones, and is a professional-quality item used by, ahh, professionals. There are cheap imitations of course, that may work perfectly okay once or twice. Maybe forever? Who knows. You generally get what you pay for. Motion Pro and a bunch of others make high-quality chain tools as well. RK Racing Chain UCT2100 Universal Chain Tool Kit All these tools work more or less the same way, but I really enjoyed watching the peaceful, Zen-like performance of Mr. Oishi in this 18-minute D.I.D. production explaining how its tool works, with English subtitles. In my experience, it’s exceedingly rare for a procedure like this to occur with no cursing or violence whatsoever. Maybe make yourself a nice cup of green tea before you press play. There is one other tool-free alternative if you’re going with an EK chain: an EK Screw Type Master Link. Simple but genius, these have been around for quite a while now. After this link’s in place, you tighten those nuts with an 8mm wrench til they bottom out, then you remove the nuts, and just snap off the pins with pliers, leaving your link perfectly affixed. You will need a grinder or Dremel tool to clean up the protrusions a bit, according to people who use these – especially if clearance under your sprocket guard or someplace is tight. But, they’ll only work with EK chain: “Any master link is very specific to the chain it is made for,” says Jay at Moto-chains.com. “Any other application would be inappropriate. Side plate thickness, pin diameter, pin length, heat treating, tensile strength, O-ring thickness all can vary by manufacturer.” So, the answer is yes, you can use an old-style clip master link with your new R1 chain. But we wouldn’t. Riveted links are more reliable, just as easy to install (with the right tool), and one less thing that can possibly go wrong. Direct your motorcycle-related questions to AskMoAnything@motorcycle.com. If you can’t tell the difference between Fake News and real, you’ll be amazed at our depth of knowledge on all matters moto and otherwise. Become a Motorcycle.com insider. Get the latest motorcycle news first by subscribing to our newsletter here. The post Ask MO Anything: Can I Use a Clip-Type Master Link on My R1 Chain? appeared first on Motorcycle.com. Motorcycles via Motorcycle.com https://ift.tt/2Std7JO July 29, 2020 at 04:28PM
Motorcycle News - Honda Files Trademark for Motocompacto Return of the Folding Scooter?
https://ift.tt/2P4MTgP Honda has filed a trademark application for “Motocompacto” with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. If that name sounds familiar, it’s probably because it’s close to “MotcCompo,” the name of Honda’s suitcase-sized fold-up scooter. The original Honda Motocompo was only sold from 1981 to 1983, with only about 54,000 ever produced. Despite its limited run, the Motocompo gained a cult-like status due to its unique design and concept. Designed to be stored in the trunk of a car, the Motocompo transforms from a compact form into a fully functioning scooter. Honda’s been on a bit of a retro minibike kick of late, producing a new Monkey and a Super Cub C125. So, why not a modern Motocompo suitcase scooter? Unlike the gas-powered Super Cub and Monkey, it looks like the Motocompacto will be electric, as the new trademark application lists the intended use as being for “land vehicles, namely, electric scooters.” Honda has toyed with the idea of an electric Motocompo before, revealing its Motor Compo concept at the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show. The Motor Compo concept is nine years old now, and a new Motocompacto isn’t likely to look like it, except in the most general of sense. One feature it might share with the concept is the use of a removable battery. Honda offers an electric version of the PCX scooter in Japan that uses two power packs that can be removed for recharging or to be swapped for fully charged packs. As with all trademark filings, there’s no indication on if or when we would see a final product. But if the Honda Motocompacto turns out to be exactly what we think it is, then count us intrigued. Become a Motorcycle.com insider. Get the latest motorcycle news first by subscribing to our newsletter here. The post Honda Files Trademark for Motocompacto – Return of the Folding Scooter? appeared first on Motorcycle.com. Motorcycles via Motorcycle.com https://ift.tt/2Std7JO July 29, 2020 at 03:59PM
Motorcycle News - A Velocette MAC engine in a Yamaha XT600 frame? Ja bitte!
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This creation from Germany made us pause, though. A ground-up scrambler build, using a Velocette engine in a Yamaha XT frame? That’s some creative thinking (and craftsmanship) right there.
“My approach is to build them up from bits, rather than modifying an existing bike,” he says. “I wouldn’t call it a hobby—it is a vital part of my life.”
“It was offered on German eBay. The seller told me it had been used in vintage speedway racing in East Germany. So I purchased it on behalf of my friend Bernd Meyer, as a decoration/object for his desk!”
The engine was ‘stuck’ when Sven got his hands on it, so he took it apart and did a top end rebuild. Then plans changed when he accidentally discovered an abandoned Yamaha XT600 frame—hidden in a dark corner of his community workshop in Ostkreuz, part of the former East Berlin district of Friedrichshain.
Bernd was also exited by the idea, so Sven got working on the ‘XT-CETTE.’ He documented and shared each step of the process via Facebook, so although Bernd was located in Darmstadt, he could be involved in the process and give his input.
“I replaced it with two homemade plates to allow the MAC engine to fit. The stock XT engine bracket holds the engine at the front, but custom-made plates secure the engine and gearbox at the rear.”
“The fork itself is a mix and match of Roadholder and Commando fork parts.”
Sven must have a quite extraordinary of old bike parts, because the wheels are from a 1980s Armstrong MT500 military bike—along with the Grimeca front drum brake—and the rear brake is mix of Armstrong/Grimeca and German MZ 250 parts (“which surprisingly fitted with just a bit of filing here and there”).
The Velocette is now ready to be shipped to its new home in Bernd’s garage, and Sven is now working on a new project—a Norton featherbed special powered by a Vincent Comet single. A little more conventional…but equally intriguing. Motorcycles via Bike EXIF https://ift.tt/2Mf9b0c July 29, 2020 at 12:11PM 7/29/2020 Formula 1: British Grand Prix at Silverstone without any fans promises to be 'super weird' - F1 News
F1 News - Formula 1: British Grand Prix at Silverstone without any fans promises to be 'super weird'
https://ift.tt/3367IAM The British Grand Prix is always one of the highlights of the Formula 1 season but this year will be like no other. For the first time, two F1 races will be held in England over successive weekends, although both events will be staged without spectators at Silverstone because of the coronavirus pandemic. British world champion Lewis Hamilton, who has won the race a record six times, including in five of the past six years, said it will be strange to see the stands empty. “It’s going to be super weird,” said the Mercedes man, who only needs five more race wins to equal Michael Schumacher’s overall record of 91. “The British Grand Prix is the best grand prix, particularly because of the fans, the thousands that turn up and create the spectacle. “It grows every year and I get to interact with the fans differently on that weekend. It’s such an honour and privilege to be able to perform well and win a grand prix in your home country. “The atmosphere [at races this season] is night and day different and it’s something I’m still coming to terms with.” Last year’s race attracted more than 140,000 fans on the Sunday as part of a record-breaking attendance of 351,000, with Hamilton picking up the 80th win of his career, finishing almost 25 seconds clear of Mercedes team-mate Valtteri Bottas. Three races into this year's delayed season, Hamilton leads Bottas by five points in the drivers' championship. F1 fans have been urged to not attend Silverstone in 2020 as circuit bosses are working with police to ensure there is no risk of anyone breaching the strict coronavirus guidelines that are allowing the races to take place. Road blocks will be in place around Silverstone, while the fencing has also been reinforced, should anyone breach the perimeter. It is becoming the new normal for F1 as it tries to stop the spread of coronavirus and create some kind of World Championship season. Everyone has to have their temperatures taken every time they enter a circuit, access to the paddock has been severely restricted, each team is only allowed to interact with people among their ‘bubble’ and the number of media on site has been drastically cut back. It is in stark contrast to previous years, with the carnival, festival-like atmosphere at Silverstone always being one of the standout moments of the British sporting calendar. Last year’s grand prix was F1’s 1,007th, with a James Bond ‘007’ theme throughout the weekend, including the Red Bull drivers dressed up in race suit ‘tuxedos’, a large collection of cars used in the legendary films on display and Bond himself, actor Daniel Craig, among the celebrities rubbing shoulders with the drivers. British Grand Prix weekend is usually one big party. Indeed, tens of thousands of beer-drenched fans watched on big screens as England beat Sweden to reach the football World Cup semi-finals after qualifying in 2018 and then huge amounts were cheering on England’s victory in the Cricket World Cup final immediately following last year’s race. Now, no showbiz, no partying, no camping, just business. However, Silverstone managing director Stuart Pringle still believes it will be a great event and said: "I would like to thank all our fans who have been so supportive throughout this and to assure them we’re determined to do all we can to help Formula 1 put on a show this summer." Silverstone will get two chances, as, just like at the Red Bull Ring in Austria earlier this month, back-to-back races will be held in Northamptonshire. For what it’s worth, the second one will be known as the ‘70th Anniversary Grand Prix’ – a nod to the first World Championship F1 race, which was held at Silverstone on 13 May 1950. A crowd of 100,000 was in attendance on that occasion. Hopefully, it will be like that again in 2021. #F1 via BBC Sport - Formula 1 https://ift.tt/OHg7x6 July 29, 2020 at 05:48AM
MotoGP News - Silverstone will be "very disappointed" if it loses MotoGP in 2021
https://ift.tt/2DaE56x Silverstone's Stuart Pringle says he would be "very disappointed" if the venue lost MotoGP after 2021, as he believes "one of the best circuits on their calendar just got better". Silverstone was the first home for grand prix motorcycle racing on the British mainland when the Isle of Man TT lost its world championship status at the end of 1976. The circuit returned to the calendar full-time in 2010 after a 23-year hiatus when the British Grand Prix moved to Donington in 1987, and has been a mainstay since. Silverstone's current agreement with MotoGP was extended to the end of 2021 last year, though there won't be a race this season owing to the coronavirus pandemic. This will be the second time in two years that MotoGP at Silverstone has had to be abandoned, after drainage issues with the new surface in 2018 led to the race's cancellation. The circuit was resurfaced again last year, with Pringle noting that drainage has been improved further in 2020 - and that, coupled with Silverstone's facilities, shows "we're capable of retaining the championship". "We've only got one more year in our contract," Pringle told Autosport when asked if MotoGP will return in the future. "But they [Dorna Sports] are indeed generous with their praise for Silverstone as a venue that suits their motorcycles. "Crikey, the race last year, with two bikes separated by less than two tenths or whatever it was (Alex Rins beat Marc Marquez by 0.014s). "I mean, it was on the line, it was half a bike length. The racing is great, consistently some of the best races on the calendar. "Operationally, we are certainly one of the easiest venues to deal with because of the sheer scale. "That paddock doesn't get any smaller in terms of the kit and equipment they're trying to fit into it." He added: "Since the resurfacing we've done 24 separate interventions to improve the drainage still further from along the edges of the track. "So we've been able to really hit that side of things. It's been a really positive side to this enforced closure, being able to tackle the maintenance programme very thoroughly. Motogp Motorcycle Racing News via MotoGP news - Autosport https://ift.tt/2uOa9Ei July 29, 2020 at 05:06AM
Motorcycle News - Spidi Premium Leather Motorcycle Jacket
https://ift.tt/3fau1I6 Labelling a product as ‘premium’ tells customers you’re offering something that’s superior to other alternatives. Italian motorcycle riding gear manufacturer Spidi has the history and resources at their disposal to back up such a claim. The new Spidi Premium jacket leverages the companies tried and tested production techniques to create a classic motorcycle jacket that’s a cut above the rest. Motorcycles via Return of the Cafe Racers https://ift.tt/2M9riRb July 28, 2020 at 11:56PM |
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