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The most successful team in World Supersport 300 history, MTM Kawasaki will step up to the new World Sportbike Championship in 2026, competing with the support of Kawasaki Motors Europe and the new Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636. Loris Veneman will continue with the team and will be joined by former Moto2 and Moto3 rider Xavi Artigas.
EICMA saw newly independent MV Agusta showing a 5-cylinder engine concept. In-line triples have been an industry staple for nearly 100 years, but while the new " quadrato " may well be an " engineering masterpiece "( according to the Schiranna, Italy based manufacturer), but the distinctive ' cranktrain ' layout, with a 3-cylinder front crankshaft and twincylinder rear crankshaft in a " U " configuration does take some getting used to. " Developed to redefine expectations across multiple segments- from Supersport to Naked and Touring- this new platform features a modular displacement range from 850 cc to 1150 cc. The platform is capable of delivering over 240 horsepower at more than 16,000 rpm and up to an astonishing 135 Nm of torque at 8,500 rpm." The outcome is claimed to be a narrower engine than an inline-four and shorter than a V4. MV Agusta is teasing that the engine will eventually be used " for a highly anticipated model that is currently no longer in the line-up ".
EICMA 2025 debutants included the Lisbon based Portuguese FAMEL motorcycle brand, a once " legendary " manufacturer, making its European debut at the show. Led by Joel Sousa as CEO they showcased a final version of its European design and engineering developed 5.5 kW powered E-XF Café Racer and a preview of an upcoming electric scooter- showcasing its ambition to " lead the electric mobility." Originally founded in 1949, FAMEL became one of Portugal ' s most iconic motorcycle brands. Between the 50s and the 90s, FAMEL motorcycles were so popular in Portugal that their name became a cultural expression known to this day: " F ***-se, A Mota É Linda ", which translates to " F ***, this bike is beautiful "! In the 90s, the company pioneered electric mobility with the FAMEL Electron; www. ride-famel. com
D. I. D backed Ducati Lenovo team scoops historic MotoGP Triple Crown
Chain manufacturer D. I. D has an impressive pedigree when it comes to race success, and the product range to make it one of the primary players when it comes ' getting the power down ' with durable, reliable and advanced engineering. In MotoGP this year, the final act( in Valencia) of a memorable year for the D. I. D backed Ducati Lenovo Team came with the Triple Crown- Marc Márquez is World Champion and Francesco Bagnaia fifth in the final standings. The Triple Crown is completed by the Teams ' Title and by the Constructors ' Championship secured by Ducati. It was D. I. D ' s 520ERV7 chain that took the Ducati Lenovo Team and Marc Marquéz to the 2025 MotoGP World Championship- " writing a new chapter in the modern era of the twowheel premier class. " The 520ERV7 is D. I. D ' s top-of-theline racing chain for all types of motorcycle racing, on and off road and used by many factory teams worldwide. The patented X-Ring seal technology makes the ERV7 " one of the top performing racing chains available ". In the W2RC( World Rally-Raid Championship) D. I. D chains " are the backbone of many top teams, securing positions from 6th to 1st place with remarkable consistency. Built to withstand extreme forces and constant wear, the 520ERVT delivers the necessary power transfer in the demanding and varied environments of rally-raid racing. " Part of our Exclusive Racing Series, the 520ERVT is designed with off-road rally style racing in mind for its long chain life, lightweight design, and great strength. It is ideal for
Red Bull KTM Factory Racing ' s Daniel " Chucky " Sanders( Australia) races with D. I. D 520ERVT chain.
D. I. D 520ERV7 chain helped take the Ducati Lenovo Team and Marc Marquez to the 2025 MotoGP World Championship Triple Crown- Racer, Team and Manufacturer.
Motocross, Rally, Enduro( 250-500 cc), breaking down the concept of the original motocross non O-ring chain and adding the benefits of an x-ring seal type. " X-Ring helps keep the chain sealed with lubrication, limits dirt and mud from getting in between the side plates and only has 4 contact points with the plates- meaning less friction than the traditional O-Ring chain. By adjusting the materials, the 520ERVT is lighter and has a longer lifespan, all while maintaining the tensile strength."
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