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New Fast Bikes Issue – OUT NOW!

Moby — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 11:33:46 +0000

It’s a new year, but is it time for a new bike? Whether you’re after a brand new 2012 model, a slightly used one, or something iconic from back in the day – we’ve got it all in the new issue of Fast Bikes. There’s even a 36-page New Bike Guide, featuring all the hot metal for 2012. If you’re not splashing out on some new metal, we’ve got riding, technical and legal advice, pages rammed with new products and features, and the famous Addiction section to keep you entertained. Take a look…

Click the Contents pages to take a look at what’s inside

Fast Bikes Issue 257 – Feb 2012

Moby — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 12:06:01 +0000

It’s nearly that time of year where you have to sit around at home, entertaining the demonic in-laws, and trying not to drink yourself into a stupor. Well fear not, we’ve got the ultimate indoors soul-saving distraction – yes, the new issue of Fast Bikes is out now!

Take a look at what’s inside!

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Honda CBR750RR ‘Fireblade’ Wallpaper

Moby — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 17:39:16 +0000

So many people have been asking for a wallpaper of the Fireblade that never was (as seen in our 20-page ’20th Anniversary of the Fireblade’ pull-out in the current issue), that we thought we’d give you one, so to speak.

2012 Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade Wallpaper

Moby — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 11:54:47 +0000

Stunning 2012 Fireblade wallpaper for you…

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Marco Simoncelli Passes Away At Sepang

Moby — Sun, 23 Oct 2011 11:50:13 +0000

Marco Simoncelli tragically passed away today as a result of injuries sustained in an accident at the Sepang round of the MotoGP championship.

A seemingly innocuous lowside swiftly turned into one of the most horrendous accidents we’ve seen in MotoGP, as Marco and his bike swung back across the track into the path of Colin Edwards and Valentino Rossi. Neither rider had any chance of avoiding a collision with Marco, whose helmet also came off during the accident.

Michele Macchiagodena, Medical Director for MotoGP explains the circumstances of his passing: “I’m very sad to be here to report about the death of Marco Simoncelli, a friend. Because of the crash he had during the race, in which he was hit by other riders, he suffered a very serious trauma to the head, to the neck and the chest. When our medical staff got to him he was unconscious. In the ambulance because there was a cardiac arrest they started CPR (cardiac pulmonary resuscitation). Immediately in the Medical Centre, with the help also of the Doctor of our staff at the Clinica Mobile and local Doctors, he was intubated and it was possible to take off some blood from the thorax. The CPR was continued for 45 minutes because we tried to help him for as long as we thought it was possible. Unfortunately it was not possible to help him and at 16:56 (local time) we had to declare he was dead.”

You can watch the press conference here.

Shuhei Nakamoto, HRC Executive Vice President: ”I just don’t know what to say; words escape me. Marco was a very nice guy and a very talented rider. Sometimes I was a little harsh with him, for example after his first MotoGP podium in Brno when I told him, ‘Lucky podium!’ and he was so angry, but I wanted to motivate him as I knew he was able to do even more. I was thinking that when he won his first race we would have been able to celebrate together. Now I just want to say thank you to Marco, for what you gave me, and pass my sincere condolences to his family at this very sad time.”

Repsol Honda rider Dani Pedrosa says: ”In a tragedy like this there is not much to say. I just want to give my condolences to his family and all the people who love him. I’ve been with his father and all we could do was to hug, nothing else matters. It was a fatal accident and everybody in the paddock remains in shock. Many times we ourselves forget how dangerous this sport can be and when you lose people on the way nothing has any meaning. It’s clear that we all do what we like, what we love, but on days like today nothing matters.”

Repsol Honda rider Andrea Dovizioso: ”In these circumstances, words don’t seem to be appropriate. I think of Marco’s family and all the people dear to him, in particular his father and mother. I also have a child and what happened today is the hardest situation you can imagine. I watched the images and I’m shocked. In a race you fight and push hard and disaster is often around the corner. Marco was a strong rider and he always pushed hard. We raced together since we were kids. I saw him always pushing to the maximum, he crashed many times, but without major injuries, he was seemed invincible. What happened today seems impossible.”

Repsol Honda rider Casey Stoner: ”I’m so shocked and saddened by the loss of Marco. When things like this happen it reminds you how precious life is, it makes me feel sick inside. All I can say is how sorry I am for Marco’s whole family I can’t imagine what they are all going through and our thoughts and wishes are with them at this time. I hope they all stay close and pull through this tragedy together.”

We can only extend our deepest sympathies to Marco’s family, friends and team at this terrible time. Rest in peace Marco, we will not forget you.

If you’d like to leave a tribute to Marco, you can do so here.

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Fast Bikes Issue 255, December 2011

Moby — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 10:30:47 +0000

The sun is out, the sky is blue, it’s mildly nippy, but we have the answer for you. Don’t worry, we’re much better at magazines than we are at poetry. The new issue is on sale now – and you get a free fleecy neck warmer with every issue! Grab one sharpish…

Here’s what’s inside:

And you get one of these for free! (Benjamin not included.)

Motorcycle Live 19th-27th Nov

Moby — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 14:59:04 +0000

Not long to go now folks. While most of us are in no hurry to visit the NEC itself, the allure of what will be hiding within from the 19th to the 27th November should be more than enough to get us all en route.

With 33 manufacturers (which is basically all of them) confirmed as exhibitors, a hoard of retailers, and stacks of interactive attractions, you’re certainly not going to get bored. Of course, you may end up broke by the time you leave, though.

This’ll be your first chance to see all the new 2012 bikes in the flesh, and there’s quite a bit to see. There’ll be the new Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade, Yamaha YZF-R1, Suzuki GSX-R1000, Husqvarna Nuda 900R, Ducati Streetfighter 848, BMW S 1000 RR, and a host of updated tweaks to pour over.

You can take the whole family along too, because even if they don’t ride already, they can have a go at the NEC. The ‘Get On’ campaign will be there, er, getting people on motorbikes for the first time, and if your nippers fancy a go (and why wouldn’t they), then Honda’s ‘My First Licence’ will be giving them the chance to catch the bike bug.

And to cap it all, Fast Bikes is sponsoring the ‘Question of Bikes’ attraction this year, with our good friend Stavros on the mic, most probably saying inappropriate things in public, as usual. See you there!

Motorcycle Live Website

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Fast Bikes Issue 254, Nov 2011

Moby — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 14:07:59 +0000

Fear not sportsbike addicts, the new issue is now gracing the shelves of your local retailer – here’s a quick peek inside…

Click to open the contents pages as a PDF

Fast Bikes Merchandise

Bank Holiday Bonanza

A-Force — Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:08:08 +0000

Hold on tight, to your sofa. As well as the Gunners going to Old Trafford to demolish the Mancs, there’s a whole loada racing on the box this weekend.

Let’s start with MotoGP at Indianapolis which is a bit of a Mickey Mouse track. Praise the Lord, because the Yanks have resurfaced most of the circuit and banished the multi-tarmac surfaces that caused so many issues, and crashes. Still, I can’t think of an epic race that’s taken place there.

Last year Dani Pedrosa whooped ass and took the victory, from Ben Spies and Jorge Lorenzo. This season, Pedrosa looks to stay on his Repsol Honda and rekindle the form we/he know he’s capable of – he looked set to win at Brno last time out, but crashed early on.

But let’s be honest, Casey Stoner has to be favourite. He’s frickin’ awesome right now. He wasn’t in with even a sniff of the victory at Brno, but managed to take advantage of his rivals’ misfortunes to extend his championship lead to 32 points. Whoregay (who’ll be riding the gorgeous red and white liveried M1) needs to start pulling serious points back if he’s going to retake the title but, unless an injury occurs, Stoner and the Honda look invincible.

Gossip suggests Marco Simoncelli will stay at Honda next year, ousting Dovi for the third factory Honda. After his debut podium last time out, Super Sic should be interestingly confident at Indy.

Home boys, Ben Spies and Nicky Hayden, always shine on home soil and have a good history at Indy. Spies really needs to get his elbowz out and start properly hassling the elite, while Hayden has the perfect excuse in that the Ducati is utter dog poo. Valentino Rossi, even with his upgraded GP11.1 tweaks, will struggle to make the top five.

In other news, there are lots of rumours flying about regarding our Cal Crutchlow. Let’s hope Cal can stay on his Tech 3 Yammy in America and cement another year in the MotoGP paddock. Bradley Smith and Eugene Laverty are reported UK names to join Tech 3 in 2012.

Talking of the UK, British Superbikes head to Cadwell Park this weekend, without John Hopkins. In case you didn’t know, Hopper crashed the Rizla Suzuki during MotoGP practice at Brno and needed surgery on his hand. Due to the ‘Showdown’ finale in BSB, where only the final three rounds really matter for the top six, Hopper is safe along with series leader Shane Byrne and Swan Yamaha’s Tommy Hill.

Reigning champ, Ryuichi Kiyonari, has to find some pace to stop Michael Rutter and the rest ruining his championship chances. Kiyo has lost some serious mojo. Also, look out for Tommy Bridewell and the latest installation of Rob Mac’s musical R1 chairs, plus Josh Brookes jumping the Mountain. The party in the Park is always a spectacle.

Fagan

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Fast Bikes Issue 253, Oct 2011

Moby — Fri, 26 Aug 2011 12:21:59 +0000

This month sees the 600cc sportsters go head-to-head with Honda’s new CBR600F jumping into the fight against its rivals; the new Triumph Street Triple gets some competition to worry about as it takes on Suzuki’s GSR750, Kawasaki’s Z750R and Yamaha’s FZ8; we give the new MV Agusta Brutale 920 a spanking; and that’s not even the half of it…

See what’s in this issue:

Plus – get a free waterproof pouch with every issue, so you’ll never kill another phone again…

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