Asphalt & Rubber is back! With a fresh new author, and a fresh new perspective on the motorcycle industry. You may recognize Shahin Alvandi from some esteemed weekly-ish podcasts, and he'll be at the helm of A&R going forward.

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In this his latest analysis, David crunches the numbers to see how good MotoGP's FP4 sessions are at predicting the race-winner on Sunday.

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For our A&R Pro readers, a hot-take on the debut of the Honda Transalp and what it means for Big Red's venerable ADV bike: the Honda Africa Twin.

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After much expectation and waiting, the Honda Transalp returns to Big Red's lineup as a 755cc middleweight ADV machine.

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Rider/bike weights are the talk of WorldSBK right now. David weighs-in on the subject with his analysis and how new rules could tip the scales.

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Our spies tell us that the new Bimota Tera is about to debut at EICMA. It is a 200hp+ fire-breathing ADV bike with a funny front-end. Prepare yourselves.

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Our Bothan spies have been working hard to bring you the first pictures of the Bimota BX450 dirt bike, ahead of its release at the EICMA show in Milan.

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Spanish petroleum giant Repsol has announced that they have extended their sponsorship of Honda's factory team for two more seasons in MotoGP.

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David previews for us the final round of the 2022 MotoGP Championship? Will it be Pecco and Ducati's day? Or will Fabio and Yamaha spoil it?

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Pierer Mobility is set to take a 25.1% ownership stake in MV Agusta, while providing purchasing and distribution might for the Italian brand.

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BMW has added more "super" to its top-of-the-line superbike, as the 2023 BMW M1000RR gets a revised intake, more carbon, and more aero.

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For the 2023 model year, BMW is bolstering its M Motorcycle lineup, adding the 205hp BMW M1000R streetfighter to its sport bike arsenal.

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Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally debuts with a bigger fuel tank, longer suspension, and a bevy of clever electronics to make riding this beast easier.

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David gives us the insider's view of what to expect from MotoGP's next stop - the Thailand GP at Buriram. Here's a hint: it's going to be wet.

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MotoGP is making moves to race in Kazakhstan in 2023, with a round in India likely to join the calendar in the near future, as Dorna aims to expand the sport.

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The BMW S1000RR is getting some meaningful updates for the 2023 model year, including a new chassis, revised electronics, and added winglets.

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In the latest from the Paddock Pass Podcast, the guys cover a lot of ground, starting off with the strange circumstances of the Japanese GP weekend.

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David previews for us the Japanese GP, and how the MotoGP riders will handle the Motegi Twin Ring Circuit after such a long hiatus.

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The Ducati Monster lineup will grow by another model for 2023, as the Italian brand has announced the new Ducati Monster SP for next year.

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The new Ducati Streetfighter V4 Lamborghini is a two-wheeled homage to the Lamborghini Huracán STO - you're either going to love it or hate it.

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The lineup for the 2023 MotoGP Championship season has almost been finalized, with only four spots remaining open in the premier class for next year.

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The 230hp Aprilia RSV4 XTrenta is the ultimate track-ready superbike, with more aero than you can throw a boomerang at. Only 100 will be made.

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David previews for us this weekend's MotoGP round - the San Marino GP at Misano, Italy. Can Fabio Quartararo upset Ducati's home track advantage?

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The leaders of Ducati Corse's MotoGP project have now picked Enea Bastianini over his Spanish rival, Jorge Martin, for the other factory seat, thru 2024.

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The latest from the Paddock Pass Podcast sees the guys looking at the MotoGP rider market and previewing the upcoming San Marino GP.

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