A few months ago we told you about the Isle of Man TTXGP, the “world’s first clean emission carbon-free grand prix,” according to the event’s promoters. Since then, a well-organized publicity team has been travelling and relentlessly getting the word out about the race, scheduled for June 12. This has led to some interesting entries …Â
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Evil Knievel was propelled to the heights of fame with his Snake River Canyon motorcycle jump back in 1970’s Idaho, USA. To the dismay of parents everywhere, adoring children would recreate his jumps using nothing but a pushbike and a home made ramp.
Now, thanks to the innovative team at Excalibur Games, parents need not worry anymore. Thanks to the smash hit of Dare Devil I, Excalibur are back with a faster, smoother, much-improved Dare Devil II. …Â Details
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Yamaha rider Ben Spies lived up to the hype again in Qatar today, riding an incredible two races to take his second and third consecutive victories in the Losail heat. Dropping to fifth from the start of the first race, the three-time AMA champion moved up to third position on lap four to tuck in behind race leader Max Biaggi and second placed rider Noriyuki Haga for most of the race. The super calm Texan waited for his moment six laps from the end to make his move. …Â
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In a landmark move, the world governing body for motorcycle sport, the FIM, is endorsing the upcoming TTXGP, the world’s first clean emissions motorcycle race which will be held on the Isle of Man on 12th June 2009. In making the announcement, FIM President, Vito Ippolito, said, “ FIM recognizes the importance of this area that is evolving very quickly. The future of the sport depends on our capacity as well as that of the manufacturers to innovate quickly. We are convinced that very shortly the motorcycle World Championships will be accessible to non-polluting engines.†For motorcycle manufacturers wishing for a place in history, this is now IT!
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