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40 Years Before Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman, This Guy Went Around the World on a Yamaha Motorcycle

A journey that began with a letter in 1965 continues to this day, and should inspire you to never stop riding.

RideApart · May 14

If Yamaha Doesn't Bring The XSR900 GP To The US With This Livery, IDEK

For 2026, Yamaha Europe just unveiled a gorgeous new livery for the XSR900 GP, and it pays homage to one of the greatest American motorcycle racers, 'King' Kenny Roberts.

RideApart · Oct 29, 2025

Is This Electric Yamaha UTV Concept the Cutest Workhorse You've Ever Seen?

Back in January 2025, Yamaha showed off a new concept line of EVs that it was bringing to the masses attending Tokyo Auto Salon 2025. At the time, I was admittedly quite preoccupied with a little quad meant to channel design inspiration from the Kenny Roberts two-stroke racing era, and…

RideApart · May 12, 2025

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Kenny Roberts To Manage MotoAmerica Talent Cup Team, Flat Track’s Not Dead

Wayne Rainey, John Kocinski, Eddie Lawson, and Kenny Roberts Jr.: what did they all have in common? Yes, they were all world championship-winning motorcyclists. Yes, they were all from the US. But something that ties these names together even more closely is that they were all directly influenced or mentored…

RideApart · Nov 8, 2024

What is a wildcard in MotoGP and why is it used?

The 2023 MotoGP season had six riders enter selected grands prix as a wildcard entry, which is a concept that has a long history in the series.

Motorsport · Apr 25, 2024

What is a wildcard in MotoGP and why is it used?

MotoGP has a wildcard system in place which can bring many benefits to a constructor - but what is it?

Autosport · Apr 23, 2024

Which circuits are on both the F1 and MotoGP calendars?

Race tracks are often multi-functional venues used across different motorsport championships with F1 and MotoGP being no different.

Autosport · Apr 9, 2024

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Why is the 2024 MotoGP Argentina Grand Prix cancelled?

The Argentina GP at Termas de Rio Honda was meant to represent the third round of the 2024 MotoGP season. However, on 31 January it was officially cancelled by series promoter Dorna Sports.Due to harsh government spending cuts imposed by Argentina’s new president Javier Milei, the grand prix – which…

Autosport · Apr 5, 2024

Grand Prix Champ Freddie Spencer Warns Against This Riding Mistake

“Fast” Freddie Spencer dispels the overlapping throttle/brake myth with Nick Ienatsch for the Yamaha Champions Riding School YouTube channel’s latest video.

RideApart · Dec 19, 2022

MotoGP Legend Kenny Roberts Recounts Rivalry With Barry Sheene

Bennetts Bike Social interviews MotoGP Legend Kenny Roberts at the 2022 Goodwood Festival, diving into his on- and off-track relationship with Barry Sheene.

RideApart · Jul 15, 2022

Watch Wayne Rainey Ride At The 2022 Goodwood Festival Of Speed

Living motorcycle racing legend Wayne Rainey made his Goodwood Festival of Speed debut in the company of Kevin Schwantz, Kenny Roberts, and Mick Doohan.

RideApart · Jun 27, 2022

Ten things to watch at the Goodwood Festival of Speed

The Goodwood Festival of Speed returns this weekend, with a usual stellar line-up of both cars and drivers. Here are the top 10 things to watch out for...

Autosport · Jun 22, 2022

Phil Morris Road Racing Museum Collection Sold At Auction

The Phil Morris Collection is one of the largest for racing memorabilia which includes gear owned or even signed by legends with 330 lots sold by Bonhams.

RideApart · May 29, 2022

Rainey Ride To The Races To Benefit Roadracing World Action Fund

MotoAmerica President Wayne Rainey will host the second-annual Rainey Ride to the Races on July 8, 2022, to raise funds for the Roadracing World Action Fund.

RideApart · May 10, 2022

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RideApart · Apr 20, 2022

Grand Prix Greats To Join Wayne Rainey At 2022 Goodwood Festival

MotoGP Legends Kevin Schwantz, Mick Doohan, and Kenny Roberts will join Wayne Rainey during his Hillclimb ride at the 2022 Goodwood Festival of Speed.

RideApart · Jan 25, 2022

The 2022 Yamaha XSR155 Gets Even More Retro With New Colors

Yamaha has released the 2022 XSR155 in the Asian market in two new colorways—one of which is a throwback to Yamaha’s racing days with Kenny Roberts.

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