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PASAY CITY, Philippines — It’s that time of year again and I’m back at the annual Inside Racing Bike Festival (IRBF), easily one of the biggest motorcycle trade shows in the country. Every year, I find myself genuinely excited to see the new gear and motorcycle announcements, and 2026
MotoGP
Why is MotoGP returning to Goiânia? And is this really a “new” circuit? After a 22-year hiatus, the World Championship returns to Brazil. But we aren’t heading to the beaches of Rio or the skyscrapers of São Paulo. MotoGP is going deep into the heart of the country: the
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ARRC 2026: The Filipino Charge Begins in Malaysia The FIM Asia Road Racing Championship (ARRC) is back for 2026, and the stakes have never been higher for the Philippine contingent. This season kicks off at the Petronas Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia. A perfect opportunity for Filipino fans to actually
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QUEZON CITY, Philippines — CFMOTO Philippines officially entered the high-tech scooter market, unveiling the highly anticipated Aura 150 at the UP Town Center Amphitheatre. The two-day launch event, which ran from February 28 to March 1, 2025, showcased the brand's shift toward a "modern-retro" aesthetic combined with
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ALABANG, Philippines — Bajaj has officially stepped out from the shadow of its decade-long partnership with Kawasaki, marking a definitive shift in its Philippine operations. At the "Future in Motion" event held last February 26 at the Filinvest Tent, the Indian manufacturing giant, in partnership with TriMotors Technology Corporation,
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BURIRAM, Thailand — Marco Bezzecchi and Aprilia Racing delivered a clinical performance at the Chang International Circuit today, claiming victory in the 2026 MotoGP season opener. Bezzecchi’s win marks a personal hat-trick of Grand Prix victories dating back to the end of 2025, while simultaneously ending Ducati’s historic 88-race
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BURIRAM, Thailand — Pedro Acosta (Red Bull KTM) secured his first MotoGP Sprint victory at the Chang International Circuit after a 13-lap battle with Marc Marquez (Ducati Lenovo). The race was decided by a "drop one position" penalty issued to Marquez following a block-pass on the penultimate lap. Pole-sitter
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February 25, 2026 / Bologna, Italy Ducati has officially pulled the covers off the second-generation DesertX V2, marking a significant pivot in their middleweight adventure strategy. By ditching the 937cc Testastretta 11° for the all-new 890cc V2 platform, Ducati is doubling down on weight reduction and off-road capability. Insight: More than
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QUEZON CITY, Philippines (February 23, 2026) — Club HYPE in Tomas Morato was transformed into a star studded party as Team Graphitee and EVO Helmets launched their new helmet lineup for 2026. Under the banner "Defining Supremacy," the brand moved beyond street style to cement its position in international
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BGC, TAGUIG – On February 23, 2026, the Autohub Group officially announced a strategic partnership with global lubricant giant Gulf Oil. The ceremonial signing, held at the GAC Autohub showroom in BGC, marks a synergy between one of the country’s largest automotive distributors and a brand with over 120 years
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By: Darwin Zialcita | News Moto PASAY CITY, Philippines – Yamaha Motor Philippines (YMPH) officially disrupted the 155cc segment tonight at SM MoA By the Bay with the launch of the 2026 Yamaha Lexi 155. Priced at an aggressive ₱99,900, it’s a clear shot at the Honda Click 160, offering
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Las Piñas, Daang Hari — Forget the polished chrome and the "urban café" look. After seeing the BMW R 12 G/S in the metal at its Philippine launch today, it’s clear this isn't just a retro throwback. It’s a rugged, air-cooled middleweight that feels