Redefining Grip In Motion Hits SMX: Gumande Tire Debuts at Makina Moto Expo 2026 PASAY CITY, Philippines (April 11, 2026) – The local motorcycle landscape shifted today at the Makina Moto Expo as Gumande Tire officially launched its high-performance lineup. Backed by 37 years of industrial experience from China’s massice
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AUSTIN, Texas — Marco Bezzecchi and Aprilia Racing authored a new chapter in the MotoGP history books this Sunday at the Circuit of the Americas. By securing his fifth consecutive Grand Prix victory, Bezzecchi became only the third Italian in history to achieve the feat: joining legends Valentino Rossi and Giacomo
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The 2026 Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup is rapidly approaching, and for the first time in history, the Philippine flag will fly on one of the most prestigious grids in world motorsport. Our very own Alfonsi Daquigan is currently in Spain, sharpening his skills at a high-intensity training camp in
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While the MotoGP machines define the usual race weekend, there is something undeniably fun about seeing 600lb touring machines, complete with saddlebags, dragging knees around the 20 corners of COTA. This weekend in Austin, Texas, marks the historic debut of the FIM Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup. For fans outside the
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By Darwin Zialcita March 27, 2026 Allow me to translate: "Superleggera" means Super Light in Italian. Five years ago, we dropped a video on the Superleggera V4 that exploded to 4.4 million views on Facebook and 5 million on TikTok. It’s clear that even if we
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GOIANIA, BRAZIL – History has been written at the Autodromo Internacional Ayrton Senna. In only his second World Championship start, Veda Ega Pratama secured a monumental third-place finish at the 2026 Brazilian Grand Prix, becoming the first Indonesian rider ever to stand on a Grand Prix podium in any class. The
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Last Saturday at the Inside Racing Bike Fest, I caught up with my old biker friend Mark Chuidian, who is now (again) the marketing consultant for Spyder Philippines. He invited me over to their booth for a first look at their latest lineup, and since I was already at the
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PASAY CITY, Philippines — There’s a specific kind of energy you only feel when the racers of the local scene swap their racing leather suit for black suits and silky gowns. Standing here on the second floor of the World Trade Center, amidst the roar of the 20th InsideRACING Bike
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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
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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
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
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
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,
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
The local suspension market just got a bit more crowded with the official launch of the Profender Series X Plus. The event at The Vibe Bar in Quezon City was heavy on influencer presence and "lifestyle" branding. If you think you have heard this brand name before, yes,
