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Starting Race 1 from pole position, Haslam would offer the fans a race to remember, as it would take a photo finish to establish th...]]> British racer Leon Haslam (Suzuki Alstare) and motorcycle racing veteran Carlos Checa (Althea Ducati) started off great in the 2010 World Superbike Championship, winning a race apiece after the first round of the series, at Phillip Island. Both wins were close, which gave the 65,000 fans present in the grandstands plenty of suspense throughout the Sunday action.

Starting Race 1 from pole position, Haslam would offer the fans a race to remember, as it would take a photo finish to establish th... (read more)]]> Sun, 28 Feb 2010 14:29:50 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/haslam-checa-share-wins-at-phillip-island-17381.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/haslam-checa-share-wins-at-phillip-island-17381.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/josh-brookes-to-replace-parkes-for-echo-crs-honda-17084.html
Earlier this week, we have reported to you that Parkes will be sidelined for the upcoming 6 weeks due to a tibia injury sustained while training f...]]> Echo CRS Honda has moved rather quickly in finding a proper replacement for their 2010 rider Broc Parkes, for the opening round of the 2010 World Superbike Championship in Australia. British Superbike rider Josh Brookes will take over the riding duties for the Italian team at Phillip Island, as Parkes will be out of action for the upcoming 6 weeks.

Earlier this week, we have reported to you that Parkes will be sidelined for the upcoming 6 weeks due to a tibia injury sustained while training f... (read more)]]> Fri, 19 Feb 2010 10:19:11 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/josh-brookes-to-replace-parkes-for-echo-crs-honda-17084.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/josh-brookes-to-replace-parkes-for-echo-crs-honda-17084.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/lanzi-to-ride-for-dfx-ducati-in-2010-16957.html
"The economic situation is very difficult for everyone at the moment but we as a team have worked very hard in order to be able to line up this season...]]> The DFX Corse Team announced it has contracted Lorenzo Lanzi as the sole and full-time rider for the team in this year's World Superbike Championship. The Italian, however, is not in his first year with the team, as he also raced last season as a replacement for the injured Regis Laconi. The team will compete with two Ducati 1198 machines.

"The economic situation is very difficult for everyone at the moment but we as a team have worked very hard in order to be able to line up this season... (read more)]]> Wed, 17 Feb 2010 10:03:29 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/lanzi-to-ride-for-dfx-ducati-in-2010-16957.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/lanzi-to-ride-for-dfx-ducati-in-2010-16957.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/parkes-will-miss-opening-wsbk-race-due-to-broken-tibia-16902.html
We're talking about Australian rider Broc Parkes, whose newly-signed team Echo CRS Honda will ...]]> With only a few weeks before the official start of the motorcycle racing season, most riders seem to be having a hard time keeping themselves healthy enough for the opening rounds of the 2010 competition year. After the news about Jorge Lorenzo's injury in the MotoGP a few days ago, the news now emerged that one Superbike contender will also stay on the sidelines for a few weeks due to a leg injury.

We're talking about Australian rider Broc Parkes, whose newly-signed team Echo CRS Honda will ... (read more)]]> Tue, 16 Feb 2010 11:06:11 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/parkes-will-miss-opening-wsbk-race-due-to-broken-tibia-16902.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/parkes-will-miss-opening-wsbk-race-due-to-broken-tibia-16902.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/suzuki-alstare-signs-new-sponsor-agreement-16825.html
" We are very happy to be involved with Team Suzuki Alstare because they are such an important team in the Superbike World Championship. We are looking forw...]]> The Suzuki Alstare team announced they signed an agreement with a new sponsor, Viru, for the 2010 World Superbike Championship season. Ironically, though drinking and riding are not a very pleasant mixture, Viru is an Estonian beer manufacturer. However, Alstare has already worked with Viru on several SBK operations in recent years.

" We are very happy to be involved with Team Suzuki Alstare because they are such an important team in the Superbike World Championship. We are looking forw... (read more)]]> Mon, 15 Feb 2010 11:13:27 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/suzuki-alstare-signs-new-sponsor-agreement-16825.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/suzuki-alstare-signs-new-sponsor-agreement-16825.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/2010-yamaha-sterilgarda-wsbk-yzf-r1-livery-revealed-16749.html
Both two-time World Superbike champion Toseland and World Supersport champion Crutchlow are considered as favorites for the ch...]]> One week after the Fiat Yamaha MotoGP team revealed its new 2010 YZR-M1 machine, the Yamaha Sterilgarda World Superbike team took the wraps of their own racebike today. The team launched the new YZF-R1 livery at the Sterilgarda headquarters in Castiglione delle Stiviere, Italy, while riders James Toseland and Cal Crutchlow answered questions about the upcoming season.

Both two-time World Superbike champion Toseland and World Supersport champion Crutchlow are considered as favorites for the ch... (read more)]]> Fri, 12 Feb 2010 14:06:52 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/2010-yamaha-sterilgarda-wsbk-yzf-r1-livery-revealed-16749.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/2010-yamaha-sterilgarda-wsbk-yzf-r1-livery-revealed-16749.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/aprilia-alitalia-racing-team-presents-livery-for-2010-rsv4-16620.html
Consequently, the team now unveiled their bike livery for the upcoming season of the WSBK series, with the new Aprilia RSV4 featuring the colors of the Italian flag. The new bike ...]]> It seems that all great forces in Italy have joined to create a forceful competitor for Ducati in the World Superbike Championship this season. Backed by Italy's No 1 airline company Alitalia, Aprilia Racing promises a great campaign in 2010, a year in which they hope to build on their wonderful performance in 2009.

Consequently, the team now unveiled their bike livery for the upcoming season of the WSBK series, with the new Aprilia RSV4 featuring the colors of the Italian flag. The new bike ... (read more)]]> Wed, 10 Feb 2010 14:43:38 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/aprilia-alitalia-racing-team-presents-livery-for-2010-rsv4-16620.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/aprilia-alitalia-racing-team-presents-livery-for-2010-rsv4-16620.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/team-pedercini-signs-matteo-baiocco-for-2010-season-16494.html
I'm very happy for the opportunity that has been given to me by the Pedercini family. I'm really excited about next season, the 26-year-old rider said in a release. After a very difficult 2009 season now I have...]]> Italian Matteo Baiocco was recently confirmed by the Pedercini Kawasaki team for the 2010 World Superbike championship alongside his already signed team-mate Roger Lee Hayden. Baiocco debuted in the WSBK last year with the PSG1 Kawasaki team but ended the season with Guandalini Ducati.

I'm very happy for the opportunity that has been given to me by the Pedercini family. I'm really excited about next season, the 26-year-old rider said in a release. After a very difficult 2009 season now I have... (read more)]]> Mon, 8 Feb 2010 16:06:40 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/team-pedercini-signs-matteo-baiocco-for-2010-season-16494.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/team-pedercini-signs-matteo-baiocco-for-2010-season-16494.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/2010-bmw-wsbk-team-announced-16422.html
The team is now in its second season in the...]]> BMW Motorrad Motorsport recently made an official presentation of its FIM Superbike World Championship team, with riders Troy Corser and Ruben Xaus ready to compete in the first WSBK round, set to take place at Phillip Island on February 28. Both riders gave a special demonstration on two BMW S 1000 RR machines in front of Superbike World Championship Director Paolo Ciabatti, Infront Motor Sports CEO Paolo Flammini and a selection of other guests.

The team is now in its second season in the... (read more)]]> Sun, 7 Feb 2010 13:43:20 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/2010-bmw-wsbk-team-announced-16422.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/2010-bmw-wsbk-team-announced-16422.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/carlos-checa-tops-valencia-testing-16053.html
Checa was able to finish 53 laps while Byrne completed a total of 55 laps. Carlos's best lap time was 1'33.8 (this is unofficial the best lap time of these two days of test) while teammate Byrne scored an excellent 1'34.1.

"I'm happy with my t...]]> After being unable to complete the test session on Wednesday due to the bad weather conditions, yesterday Althea Ducati riders Carlos Checa and Shane Byrne were finally able to show their skills at the Ricardo Tormo circuit in Valencia, Spain.

Checa was able to finish 53 laps while Byrne completed a total of 55 laps. Carlos's best lap time was 1'33.8 (this is unofficial the best lap time of these two days of test) while teammate Byrne scored an excellent 1'34.1.

"I'm happy with my t... (read more)]]> Fri, 29 Jan 2010 11:23:09 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/carlos-checa-tops-valencia-testing-16053.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/carlos-checa-tops-valencia-testing-16053.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/b-g-racing-under-pata-sponsorship-for-2010-16050.html
"We are honoured that the Gobbi family, the owners of PATA, have decided to sponsor our project, and become title sponsor, Marco Borciani said...]]> Italian chips producer PATA is title sponsor of the Borciani and Guandolini Racing team for the 2010 Superbike World Championship. The team signed up Jakub Smrz to compete on the two Ducati 1098 machines. The Czech rider finished tenth in the overall standings last year, stepping onto the podium at Assen and setting pole and fastest lap at Misano.

"We are honoured that the Gobbi family, the owners of PATA, have decided to sponsor our project, and become title sponsor, Marco Borciani said... (read more)]]> Fri, 29 Jan 2010 10:51:59 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/b-g-racing-under-pata-sponsorship-for-2010-16050.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/b-g-racing-under-pata-sponsorship-for-2010-16050.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/wsbk-test-session-hit-by-poor-weather-in-valencia-16002.html
"Unfortunately this time the weather was against us and this could be a problem because we didn't get the confirmation we were looking for, Biaggi said. In addition our rivals will als...]]> The latest World Superbike test session that took place at the Spanish circuit in Valencia yesterday concluded with minimal running time for the factory Aprilia team, due to the poor weather conditions. The wet track made the team pack up early, and neither Leon Camier nor Max Biaggi managed to turn laps.

"Unfortunately this time the weather was against us and this could be a problem because we didn't get the confirmation we were looking for, Biaggi said. In addition our rivals will als... (read more)]]> Thu, 28 Jan 2010 11:46:39 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/wsbk-test-session-hit-by-poor-weather-in-valencia-16002.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/wsbk-test-session-hit-by-poor-weather-in-valencia-16002.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/world-superbikes-back-at-the-silverstone-circuit-15882.html
The Stowe Complex is the first phase of a £7m track development program and is due for completion by March 2010, featuring a new multi-surface 1.15 mile fully-licensed race track.

"We ...]]> Silverstone will host the British round of the World Superbike championship in 2010, on August 1, replacing Donington Park. Silverstone recently revealed a new experiential driving and test complex, dubbed Stowe, which comprises customer focused test track facilities, hospitality units and pit garages.

The Stowe Complex is the first phase of a £7m track development program and is due for completion by March 2010, featuring a new multi-surface 1.15 mile fully-licensed race track.

"We ... (read more)]]> Tue, 26 Jan 2010 11:58:15 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/world-superbikes-back-at-the-silverstone-circuit-15882.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/world-superbikes-back-at-the-silverstone-circuit-15882.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/sportsman-of-the-year-award-for-michel-fabrizio-15799.html
I am very happy to received this award today as I am a proud Italian but an even more proud Roman! It is an honour to have been recognized by my city for my achievements...]]> Ducati Xerox rider Michel Fabrizio was invited to Rome's Campidoglio last week to receive the Sportsman of The Year award from the Mayor of the city, Gianni Alemanno. The 25-year-old rider was awarded for his noteworthy contribution to the world of sport and results achieved during 2009, as Ducati says in a company statement.

I am very happy to received this award today as I am a proud Italian but an even more proud Roman! It is an honour to have been recognized by my city for my achievements... (read more)]]> Mon, 25 Jan 2010 10:31:33 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/sportsman-of-the-year-award-for-michel-fabrizio-15799.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/sportsman-of-the-year-award-for-michel-fabrizio-15799.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/tamada-stays-in-wsbk-signs-with-pro-ride-honda-15615.html
On the other hand, the Italian team, run by Marco Nicotari tried to take part in last year's championship with Gregorio Lavill...]]> After being replaced by Tom Sykes and Chris Vermeulen in the Paul Bird Motorsport Kawasaki team, Makoto Tamada confirmed he will remain in the World Superbike Championship after signing a deal with Pro Ride Honda, newcomers to the series. The switch comes after two difficult seasons for the 33-year-old Japanese rider, who was unable to report any notable performances.

On the other hand, the Italian team, run by Marco Nicotari tried to take part in last year's championship with Gregorio Lavill... (read more)]]> Tue, 19 Jan 2010 14:30:44 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/tamada-stays-in-wsbk-signs-with-pro-ride-honda-15615.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/tamada-stays-in-wsbk-signs-with-pro-ride-honda-15615.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/new-ducati-xerox-team-structure-for-2010-15254.html
Just as we previously reported, riders Noriyuki Haga and Michel Fabrizio have both been confirmed for 2010, while Ernesto Marinelli took over the team manager position after Davide Tardozzi left the Italian team for new challenges on board BMW.

Furthermore, Marco Lozej will be the team's technical manager, while a...]]> The Ducati Xerox Team had just announced some significant internal reorganization with just few days before the official testing at Portimao, due to be held on January 22, 2010.

Just as we previously reported, riders Noriyuki Haga and Michel Fabrizio have both been confirmed for 2010, while Ernesto Marinelli took over the team manager position after Davide Tardozzi left the Italian team for new challenges on board BMW.

Furthermore, Marco Lozej will be the team's technical manager, while a... (read more)]]> Sun, 10 Jan 2010 11:03:01 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/new-ducati-xerox-team-structure-for-2010-15254.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/new-ducati-xerox-team-structure-for-2010-15254.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/tardozzi-i-had-offers-from-motogp-15253.html
In his role as team manager, Tardozzi will look after the operational management of the team at races and tests, act as an interface between the team and the promoters and organisers of the Superbike World Championship, and provide a link ...]]> Finally, the BMW Motorrad Motorsport made an official announcement regarding the appointment of Davide Tardozzi as the new team manager. The Italian will head up team management and operational control at the race tracks in the Superbike World Championship.

In his role as team manager, Tardozzi will look after the operational management of the team at races and tests, act as an interface between the team and the promoters and organisers of the Superbike World Championship, and provide a link ... (read more)]]> Sun, 10 Jan 2010 09:03:01 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/tardozzi-i-had-offers-from-motogp-15253.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/tardozzi-i-had-offers-from-motogp-15253.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/ducatis-davide-tardozzi-moves-to-bmw-wsbk-team-15136.html
"This is a new year and a new challenge. It will be a very big challenge thou...]]> Former Ducati Xerox Superbike team manager Davide Tardozzi was confirmed as a part of the factory BMW World Superbike team for the next three years. The 50-year-old Italian left Ducati at the end of the 2009 FIM World Superbike Championship season looking for a fresh start. Tardozzi will make his first official appearance as the BMW WSBK team manager later this month at the three day official test at Portimao.

"This is a new year and a new challenge. It will be a very big challenge thou... (read more)]]> Wed, 6 Jan 2010 14:56:44 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/ducatis-davide-tardozzi-moves-to-bmw-wsbk-team-15136.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/ducatis-davide-tardozzi-moves-to-bmw-wsbk-team-15136.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/roger-lee-hayden-signs-with-pedercini-kawasaki-for-2010-season-15010.html
"I am really happy to be participating in the World Superbike Championship next year with the Pedercini Team, Roger Lee Hayden said. It has always been my goal to race in a World Cha...]]> Nicky Hayden's youngest brother, Roger Lee Hayden, has been confirmed by the Italian Pedercini Kawasaki team for the 2010 World Superbike Championship season. Hayden will compete on a ZX-10R, a machine with which he has already been familiarized during his AMA racing days with Kawasaki in the United States.

"I am really happy to be participating in the World Superbike Championship next year with the Pedercini Team, Roger Lee Hayden said. It has always been my goal to race in a World Cha... (read more)]]> Mon, 4 Jan 2010 10:29:13 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/roger-lee-hayden-signs-with-pedercini-kawasaki-for-2010-season-15010.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/roger-lee-hayden-signs-with-pedercini-kawasaki-for-2010-season-15010.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/matt-mladin-scatters-away-wsbk-rumors-14842.html
Some two weeks ago, Mladin fueled speculation of a possible return to racing on a Twitter feed when he said in a December 9 post: a couple of world superbike offers have come my way in the past month. 1 of them very good in regards to machinery. decisions decisions ;-).

As we sa...]]> Despite some recent rumors which placed the seven-time AMA Superbike champ in the Reitwagen BMW team for 2010, Matt Mladin yesterday put an end to all speculations that he will return to World Superbike next year.

Some two weeks ago, Mladin fueled speculation of a possible return to racing on a Twitter feed when he said in a December 9 post: a couple of world superbike offers have come my way in the past month. 1 of them very good in regards to machinery. decisions decisions ;-).

As we sa... (read more)]]> Wed, 23 Dec 2009 12:46:59 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/matt-mladin-scatters-away-wsbk-rumors-14842.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/matt-mladin-scatters-away-wsbk-rumors-14842.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/vermeulen-completes-testing-in-spain-14837.html
It rained and then stopped raining on the last day and the track surface was never really one way or the other, he explained.

I probably did about...]]> Finally, the Kawasaki WSBK racing team test programme in Spain came to an end, with positive results for Chris Vermeulen, who declared himself impressed with the progress which was made the past few weeks. The last days of testing took place at the racing circuit in Jerez, where track conditions became worse by the minute due to the bad weather.

It rained and then stopped raining on the last day and the track surface was never really one way or the other, he explained.

I probably did about... (read more)]]> Wed, 23 Dec 2009 11:42:35 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/vermeulen-completes-testing-in-spain-14837.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/vermeulen-completes-testing-in-spain-14837.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/vermeulen-makes-progress-in-almeria-testing-14800.html
Our test went well. It was good, my first time at Almeria so I was finding my way around the track again. It was the second test with all the team together and the guys are getting well as a unit, said...]]> Having been signed by Kawasaki for the 2010 World Superbike Championship season, Chris Vermeulen recently completed two days of testing at the Almeria circuit in Spain. The tests were reportedly fruitful for both the Australian rider and for the further development of the Ninja ZX10-R machine.

Our test went well. It was good, my first time at Almeria so I was finding my way around the track again. It was the second test with all the team together and the guys are getting well as a unit, said... (read more)]]> Tue, 22 Dec 2009 14:47:41 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/vermeulen-makes-progress-in-almeria-testing-14800.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/vermeulen-makes-progress-in-almeria-testing-14800.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/leon-haslam-confident-in-2010-season-14706.html
Haslam has joined Frenchman Sylvain Guintoli in the Belgium-based team lineup, both riders having already completing tests at Portimao in Portugal, Phillip Island in Australia and Valencia...]]>  Having left the recently defunct Stiggy Racing Honda team, Leon Haslam, who has been signed by the Alstare Suzuki team for the next WSBK Championship season, is feeling confident in his chances. The 26-year-old Briton admitted his hopes have increased thanks to the bike's performance during winter testing.

Haslam has joined Frenchman Sylvain Guintoli in the Belgium-based team lineup, both riders having already completing tests at Portimao in Portugal, Phillip Island in Australia and Valencia... (read more)]]> Sun, 20 Dec 2009 11:03:52 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/leon-haslam-confident-in-2010-season-14706.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/leon-haslam-confident-in-2010-season-14706.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/pitt-to-ride-for-reitwagen-bmw-in-2010-wsbk-season-14628.html
Double WSS Champion and WSB race winner Andrew Pitt last time competed in the WSBK Championship in the 2006 season when he wa...]]> Australian motorcycle racer Andrew Pitt has been confirmed by the new Reitwagen BMW team as their rider for the 2010 World Superbike Championship season, putting to rest the rumor the team will sign Matt Mladin as their second rider. Pitt, who will return to the WSBK for the first time in four years, will ride a BMW S1000RR alongside the already confirmed Roland Resch.

Double WSS Champion and WSB race winner Andrew Pitt last time competed in the WSBK Championship in the 2006 season when he wa... (read more)]]> Thu, 17 Dec 2009 11:24:11 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/pitt-to-ride-for-reitwagen-bmw-in-2010-wsbk-season-14628.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/pitt-to-ride-for-reitwagen-bmw-in-2010-wsbk-season-14628.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/yamaha-yzf-r1-banned-by-the-canadian-superbike-14384.html
In a release posted on their official website, the Canadian Superbike Series announced that all 2010 model-year will no longer be allowed to participate in any of the series classes, while the Yamaha YZF-R1 model, regardless of production year, would be banned from the Pro Superbike Class. However, no such restr...]]> Following a recent meeting of the Parts Canada Superbike Championship Road Race Management Group, the status of Yamaha models in the 2010 National Championship significantly changed.

In a release posted on their official website, the Canadian Superbike Series announced that all 2010 model-year will no longer be allowed to participate in any of the series classes, while the Yamaha YZF-R1 model, regardless of production year, would be banned from the Pro Superbike Class. However, no such restr... (read more)]]> Fri, 11 Dec 2009 13:48:37 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/yamaha-yzf-r1-banned-by-the-canadian-superbike-14384.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/yamaha-yzf-r1-banned-by-the-canadian-superbike-14384.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/toseland-doesn-t-consider-his-motogp-stint-a-failure-14377.html
The first season was a successful one for Toseland, as he recorded some great results in the first part of 2008 to e...]]> Although he was seen as a great rookie rider in the MotoGP series a couple of years ago by Valentino Rossi, former WSBK champion James Toseland failed to make a big impact in the premier series of the FIM World Motorcycle Championship. The British rider completed two seasons with Yamaha's satellite team Tech 3, but failed to live up to the expectations set by the French outfit.

The first season was a successful one for Toseland, as he recorded some great results in the first part of 2008 to e... (read more)]]> Fri, 11 Dec 2009 11:52:08 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/toseland-doesn-t-consider-his-motogp-stint-a-failure-14377.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/toseland-doesn-t-consider-his-motogp-stint-a-failure-14377.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/leon-camier-signs-wsbk-deal-with-aprilia-13818.html
According to the press release from the Italian manufacturer, the reasoning behind that decision was Camier's good performances on ...]]> Shortly after announcing their withdrawal from the Moto2 championship next season, Aprilia confirmed the news that Leon Camier will join its World Superbike works team for the 2010 season. The announcement marks the conclusion of Aprilia's official lineup for the new season, as Max Biaggi was already confirmed for an additional season with the Italian bike maker.

According to the press release from the Italian manufacturer, the reasoning behind that decision was Camier's good performances on ... (read more)]]> Fri, 27 Nov 2009 10:17:23 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/leon-camier-signs-wsbk-deal-with-aprilia-13818.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/leon-camier-signs-wsbk-deal-with-aprilia-13818.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/toseland-the-honorary-doctor-on-two-wheels-13773.html
Though 2009 has been a difficult year for the Englishman, he was reminded of his achievements when he returned home to collect the doctorate for services to sport.

"To be here and recognized by the city and Sheffield Hallam is possibly the most...]]> Tech 3 Yamaha Team rider James Toseland has had a different kind of experience last week, when he collected an honorary doctorate from the Sheffield Hallam University, as he was no longer cheered by motorcycling fans, but by cheering graduates.

Though 2009 has been a difficult year for the Englishman, he was reminded of his achievements when he returned home to collect the doctorate for services to sport.

"To be here and recognized by the city and Sheffield Hallam is possibly the most... (read more)]]> Thu, 26 Nov 2009 11:33:04 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/toseland-the-honorary-doctor-on-two-wheels-13773.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/toseland-the-honorary-doctor-on-two-wheels-13773.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/magny-cours-wins-2009-wsbk-organizer-award-13530.html
"I express my warmest and most sincere congratulations to the Magny-Cours circuit management and all its staff, who have demonstrated that they fully believe in and wish to invest...]]> The circuit of Magny Course, France, has been presented with the 2009 World Superbike Organiser Award by Infront Motor Sports today, as from a promotional, logistical and sporting point of view, has guaranteed the required standards that helped everyone in the Superbike paddock to work in the best possible way.

"I express my warmest and most sincere congratulations to the Magny-Cours circuit management and all its staff, who have demonstrated that they fully believe in and wish to invest... (read more)]]> Sat, 21 Nov 2009 11:09:54 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/magny-cours-wins-2009-wsbk-organizer-award-13530.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/magny-cours-wins-2009-wsbk-organizer-award-13530.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/michele-pirro-joins-ten-kate-wss-team-for-2010-13516.html
Pirro's career began in 125cc racing, in which he was European champion in 2004. After two season in 125 GPs, he moved to the I...]]> The Hannspree Ten Kate Honda confirmed that Michele Pirro will join the Netherlands-based team for the 2010 WSS season. The Italian rider is seen as a serious title contender, and will compete on the Honda CBR600RR machine. The 23-year-old successfully completed the tests in the post season Portimao sessions, after finishing 12th in the 2009 World Supersport series.

Pirro's career began in 125cc racing, in which he was European champion in 2004. After two season in 125 GPs, he moved to the I... (read more)]]> Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:55:18 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/michele-pirro-joins-ten-kate-wss-team-for-2010-13516.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/michele-pirro-joins-ten-kate-wss-team-for-2010-13516.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/haga-i-feel-ready-for-2010-already-13406.html
However, Nitro Nori doesn't give up hope. He says that it took him a while to accommodate with the bike, being his first season with Ducati. The 34-year-old rider also said he adm...]]> Though 2009 has been a tough season for Noriyuki Haga, the rider already looks forward to the 2010 season and promises to be a strong title contender. The Japanese rider finished second twice and four times third, losing out on two World Superbike titles by three and seven points in 2007 and this year, respectively.

However, Nitro Nori doesn't give up hope. He says that it took him a while to accommodate with the bike, being his first season with Ducati. The 34-year-old rider also said he adm... (read more)]]> Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:52:03 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/haga-i-feel-ready-for-2010-already-13406.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/haga-i-feel-ready-for-2010-already-13406.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/marinelli-replacing-tardozzi-is-a-stimulating-challenge-13255.html
Marinelli joined Ducati at the end of 1995 and in 1996 his first role was coordinator for engine assembly in the race department. Having been asked what does he feel about replacing Tardozzi, Marinelli, 36, said he will take it like a ...]]> Following Davide Tardozzi's announcement he is leaving the Ducati WSBK team, the Italians have chosen Ernesto Marinelli, chief engineer and technical director of the Ducati Xerox Team, to take over the Superbike Project Leader for the Borgo Panigale manufacturer.

Marinelli joined Ducati at the end of 1995 and in 1996 his first role was coordinator for engine assembly in the race department. Having been asked what does he feel about replacing Tardozzi, Marinelli, 36, said he will take it like a ... (read more)]]> Sun, 15 Nov 2009 14:02:00 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/marinelli-replacing-tardozzi-is-a-stimulating-challenge-13255.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/marinelli-replacing-tardozzi-is-a-stimulating-challenge-13255.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/shane-byrne-joins-carlos-checa-at-althea-ducati-13226.html
In his very first season in the series, Byrne took his customer Ducati to 4 podium finishes - 2 runner-up spots in the US and Brno and two 3rd places at the Nurburgring - and finished ...]]> Shane Byrne finally managed to secure his staying in the World Superbike Championship for the 2010 season, as the double British Superbike Champion inked a one-year deal with Althea Ducati. The British rider will therefore switch teams in the series, as he previously debuted in the WSBK in 2009 for Sterilgarda.

In his very first season in the series, Byrne took his customer Ducati to 4 podium finishes - 2 runner-up spots in the US and Brno and two 3rd places at the Nurburgring - and finished ... (read more)]]> Fri, 13 Nov 2009 09:55:08 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/shane-byrne-joins-carlos-checa-at-althea-ducati-13226.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/shane-byrne-joins-carlos-checa-at-althea-ducati-13226.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/confirmed-tardozzi-leaves-ducati-wsbk-team-13019.html
Tardozzi has been working for Ducati since 1999, first as Team Manager and more recently, since 2007, as the SBK project manager. In total Tar...]]> Davide Tardozzi, Ducati Xerox Superbike team manager, a man who has worked with Ducati for almost twenty years, has officially announced that he is leaving the company. The announcement comes soon after Livio Suppo, the Ducati Marlboro Moto GP project manager confirmed that he will also leave the Italian company, taking on a new professional challenge.

Tardozzi has been working for Ducati since 1999, first as Team Manager and more recently, since 2007, as the SBK project manager. In total Tar... (read more)]]> Mon, 9 Nov 2009 15:20:27 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/confirmed-tardozzi-leaves-ducati-wsbk-team-13019.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/confirmed-tardozzi-leaves-ducati-wsbk-team-13019.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/shinya-nakano-retires-from-racing-12659.html
The 32 year old rider, however, was kept away from the track in the final three rounds of the 2009 WSBK season, due to neck muscle problems.

"This year has been a really tough one," Nakano ...]]> Japanese rider Shinya Nakano announced that he has decided to retire from the world of racing, during a press conference held in Japan on Wednesday. Nakano left the MotoGP Honda Gresini team at the end of the 2008 season and in 2009 he competed in the WSBK with Aprilia, alongside Max Biaggi.

The 32 year old rider, however, was kept away from the track in the final three rounds of the 2009 WSBK season, due to neck muscle problems.

"This year has been a really tough one," Nakano ... (read more)]]> Fri, 30 Oct 2009 11:48:03 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/shinya-nakano-retires-from-racing-12659.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/shinya-nakano-retires-from-racing-12659.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/crutchlow-and-toseland-complete-first-test-with-yamaha-12562.html
Crutchlow had a high speed high side in the morning, but quickly recovered and made continuous time improvements during the day, as did Toseland.

It was a good enough day apart from a stupid crash this morning after about 3...]]> The first days of testing for the 2010 Yamaha World Superbike riders Cal Crutchlow and James Toseland completed successfully, though both of them were working with the team for the first time. The first day was about adapting the Yamaha R1 machines to their new riders.

Crutchlow had a high speed high side in the morning, but quickly recovered and made continuous time improvements during the day, as did Toseland.

It was a good enough day apart from a stupid crash this morning after about 3... (read more)]]> Thu, 29 Oct 2009 07:40:02 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/crutchlow-and-toseland-complete-first-test-with-yamaha-12562.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/crutchlow-and-toseland-complete-first-test-with-yamaha-12562.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/ben-spies-becomes-world-superbike-champion-at-algarve-12409.html
Although he couldn't quite bring the manufacturers' crown to Yamaha all by himself, the North American managed to win the rider's title after a perfect outing in the season finale, a...]]> Ben Spies only needed one season to make a name for himself in the European-based World Superbike Series. After making a huge impression within the North American motorcycle fans, the Texan came to the WSBK with high hopes and the will to bring Yamaha back where it belongs, on top of the championship's standings.

Although he couldn't quite bring the manufacturers' crown to Yamaha all by himself, the North American managed to win the rider's title after a perfect outing in the season finale, a... (read more)]]> Mon, 26 Oct 2009 09:20:50 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/ben-spies-becomes-world-superbike-champion-at-algarve-12409.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/ben-spies-becomes-world-superbike-champion-at-algarve-12409.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/tom-sykes-signs-with-kawasaki-joins-vermeulen-12281.html
"The team has big plans for World Superbikes next year so I'm really looking forward to being part of ...]]> Having lost the Yamaha seat to Cal Crutchlow, Tom Sykes is next to confirm deal with the PBM Kawasaki team for the next World Superbike Championship season, completing the team's lineup and joining Chris Vermeulen on the Ninja ZX-10R machines. The 24-year-old has ridden for the squad before, namely in the 2007 British Superbike Championship, which was quite a successful season for him.

"The team has big plans for World Superbikes next year so I'm really looking forward to being part of ... (read more)]]> Thu, 22 Oct 2009 07:00:09 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/tom-sykes-signs-with-kawasaki-joins-vermeulen-12281.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/tom-sykes-signs-with-kawasaki-joins-vermeulen-12281.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/eurosport-announced-extended-partnership-with-wsbk-12260.html
This translates into an increased number of Live broadcasts and broader pan-European coverage. 24 out of 26 races will be shown live or delayed on either Eurosport or Eurosport 2. Moreover, the European rounds ...]]> The agreement between Eurosport and World Superbike organizer's Infront Motor Sports have been extended for the 2010, 2011 and 2012 seasons, officials from the two companies announced. The deal also includes support classes FIM Supersport World Championship and FIM Superstock 1000 Cup.

This translates into an increased number of Live broadcasts and broader pan-European coverage. 24 out of 26 races will be shown live or delayed on either Eurosport or Eurosport 2. Moreover, the European rounds ... (read more)]]> Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:18:21 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/eurosport-announced-extended-partnership-with-wsbk-12260.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/eurosport-announced-extended-partnership-with-wsbk-12260.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/carlos-checa-signs-with-althea-ducati-for-2010-12132.html
Checa, who is renowned for its Superbike, 500 and MotoGP world championship results, will participate with the Altea Ducati Team in the two-day testing on October 27-28 at the Portimao Circuit in Portugal.

Though official sources sa...]]>  Althea Racing Team revealed that it has signed Carlos Checa, who will compete on a 2010 model Ducati 1098R machine, for the 2010 World Superbike Championship season. Moreover, Massimo Tulli will handle all of the motorbike settings and technical co-ordination.

Checa, who is renowned for its Superbike, 500 and MotoGP world championship results, will participate with the Altea Ducati Team in the two-day testing on October 27-28 at the Portimao Circuit in Portugal.

Though official sources sa... (read more)]]> Sun, 18 Oct 2009 15:22:21 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/carlos-checa-signs-with-althea-ducati-for-2010-12132.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/carlos-checa-signs-with-althea-ducati-for-2010-12132.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/neukirchner-signs-with-ten-kate-for-2010-season-12058.html
Neukirchner has five years' experience in the World Superbike championship with 10 podium finishes, one with Honda in 2005, as well as two wins in 2008 that pushed him to the fifth place in the ser...]]> After Team Suzuki Alstare decided to end his contract, German rider Max Neukirchner will be joining Jonathan Rea in the Hannspree Ten Kate Honda team's lineup for the 2010 season. The 26-year-old, in fact, has a long experience in riding Honda machines, and this time he will compete on a CBR1000RR.

Neukirchner has five years' experience in the World Superbike championship with 10 podium finishes, one with Honda in 2005, as well as two wins in 2008 that pushed him to the fifth place in the ser... (read more)]]> Thu, 15 Oct 2009 10:47:32 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/neukirchner-signs-with-ten-kate-for-2010-season-12058.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/neukirchner-signs-with-ten-kate-for-2010-season-12058.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/neukirchner-ends-deal-with-alstare-11946.html
After the last crash, his return on track (initially scheduled for Brno) was indefinitely postponed after doctors Costa, Corbascio and neuro-surgeon Profes...]]> Team Suzuki Alstare confirmed it will not be automatically renewing its contract with Max Neukirchner after being unable to clarify when he will be able to race again. Max Neukirchner's season was ruined by serious injuries - first a broken leg at Monza's Turn 1 in May, then some fractured vertebrae at the official tests at Imola in July.

After the last crash, his return on track (initially scheduled for Brno) was indefinitely postponed after doctors Costa, Corbascio and neuro-surgeon Profes... (read more)]]> Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:11:12 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/neukirchner-ends-deal-with-alstare-11946.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/neukirchner-ends-deal-with-alstare-11946.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/vermeulen-signs-kawasaki-deal-in-world-superbike-11647.html
Under the circumstances - considering that most of the teams had already settled their lineups for the upcoming season - Vermeulen's only chance of continuin...]]> Following 250cc title contender Alvaro Bautista signing a deal with Suzuki for the upcoming MotoGP season, it was quite obvious Australian Chris Vermeulen would have to find another racing spot for 2010. The news was confirmed shortly after Bautista's announcement, as the team revealed Loris Capirossi had also extended his deal for 2010.

Under the circumstances - considering that most of the teams had already settled their lineups for the upcoming season - Vermeulen's only chance of continuin... (read more)]]> Mon, 5 Oct 2009 10:17:13 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/vermeulen-signs-kawasaki-deal-in-world-superbike-11647.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/vermeulen-signs-kawasaki-deal-in-world-superbike-11647.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/haga-and-spies-share-wins-at-magny-cours-11627.html
Yamaha's Spies went into the lead during Race 1 from the early beginning and set the pace comfortably up front, while Haga suffered from a poor start and was held up in the field for most of the time. When the Ducati driver finally managed to ge...]]> Both Superbike title contenders Noriyuki Haga and Ben Spies managed to grab one win each during the Magny Cours weekend, but it was the Japanese rider who managed to extend his lead in the overall classification with only one race to go in the season.

Yamaha's Spies went into the lead during Race 1 from the early beginning and set the pace comfortably up front, while Haga suffered from a poor start and was held up in the field for most of the time. When the Ducati driver finally managed to ge... (read more)]]> Mon, 5 Oct 2009 07:40:27 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/haga-and-spies-share-wins-at-magny-cours-11627.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/haga-and-spies-share-wins-at-magny-cours-11627.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/toseland-back-to-world-superbike-11557.html
I'm looking forward to returning to World Superbikes," said Toseland in a press release from Yamaha. "I want to show I'm still the rider that can win world titles."

The 28-year-old rider entered MotoGP Championship in 2008...]]> After there was no room left for him in MotoGP, James Toseland will return to Yamaha World Superbike Team in 2010. The double World Superbike Champion will therefore replace Ben Spies, who will move to Tech 3 Yamaha Team, competing alongside Colin Edwards.

I'm looking forward to returning to World Superbikes," said Toseland in a press release from Yamaha. "I want to show I'm still the rider that can win world titles."

The 28-year-old rider entered MotoGP Championship in 2008... (read more)]]> Thu, 1 Oct 2009 14:54:33 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/toseland-back-to-world-superbike-11557.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/toseland-back-to-world-superbike-11557.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/haga-and-fabrizio-score-perfect-wins-for-ducati-at-imola-11383.html
Aprilia's Max Biaggi lead the majority of the laps during Race 1, un...]]> Ducati stole the show at Imola during the course of the weekend, both its works riders managed to walk away from San Marino with a win in their pocket. After clinching his first ever Super Pole in the FIM World Superbike Championship, Michel Fabrizio had to settle for 3rd place in Race 1, mainly due to a sever pain in his hand. However, he took full control over Race 2 and won it in style, grabbing his 2nd win of the season.

Aprilia's Max Biaggi lead the majority of the laps during Race 1, un... (read more)]]> Mon, 28 Sep 2009 08:01:09 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/haga-and-fabrizio-score-perfect-wins-for-ducati-at-imola-11383.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/haga-and-fabrizio-score-perfect-wins-for-ducati-at-imola-11383.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/sterilgarda-stays-with-yamaha-superbike-team-in-2010-11374.html
The two became partners at the beginning of the 2009 race season, just when Ben Spies debuted in the championship. As of 2010, the team will be known as the Yamaha Sterilgarda World Superbike Team.

We're delighted that Sterilgarda has decided to stay with us ...]]> Italian food production company Sterilgarda confirmed its title sponsorship with the Yamaha World Superbike Team for the 2010 race season. The decision to continue with the partnership came after the current season ended successfully.

The two became partners at the beginning of the 2009 race season, just when Ben Spies debuted in the championship. As of 2010, the team will be known as the Yamaha Sterilgarda World Superbike Team.

We're delighted that Sterilgarda has decided to stay with us ... (read more)]]> Mon, 28 Sep 2009 06:56:03 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/sterilgarda-stays-with-yamaha-superbike-team-in-2010-11374.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/sterilgarda-stays-with-yamaha-superbike-team-in-2010-11374.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/jonathan-rea-stays-with-ten-kate-for-2-years-more-11356.html
There are only three rounds left in the 2009 championship, and Jonathan Rea currently stands fourth in the rankings, with two wins and other three podium finishes by now. This is also the rookie year for the young rider, who is also the highest-placed Honda rider.

Jonathan Rea said: "A...]]> The Hanspree Ten Kate Honda team agreed to keep Jonathan Rea for another two years. The 22-year-old rider will therefore keep on competing in the World Superbike championship riding the Honda CBR1000RR.

There are only three rounds left in the 2009 championship, and Jonathan Rea currently stands fourth in the rankings, with two wins and other three podium finishes by now. This is also the rookie year for the young rider, who is also the highest-placed Honda rider.

Jonathan Rea said: "A... (read more)]]> Fri, 25 Sep 2009 14:47:53 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/jonathan-rea-stays-with-ten-kate-for-2-years-more-11356.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/jonathan-rea-stays-with-ten-kate-for-2-years-more-11356.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/stiggy-honda-team-cuts-costs-in-ultimate-rounds-11341.html
As we previously reported, John Hopkins stays out for the remainder of the season due to serious injuries after crashing out in the 11th round of the series in Germany three weeks ago. The team then announced that Hopkins would not be replaced by another rider d...]]> Due to some financial issues and rider injuries, the Stiggy Racing Honda team announced that it will bring their four-rider lineup to just two entrants for the last three rounds of the 2009 World Superbike and Supersport Championship.

As we previously reported, John Hopkins stays out for the remainder of the season due to serious injuries after crashing out in the 11th round of the series in Germany three weeks ago. The team then announced that Hopkins would not be replaced by another rider d... (read more)]]> Fri, 25 Sep 2009 12:26:41 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/stiggy-honda-team-cuts-costs-in-ultimate-rounds-11341.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/stiggy-honda-team-cuts-costs-in-ultimate-rounds-11341.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/simoncelli-to-ride-for-aprilia-at-imola-11297.html
Unfortunately, the Japanese rider is still kept away from the track due to neck muscle problems that also prevented him to compete in race 2 in Germany.

Nakano was then taken to the Clinica Mobile where the physiotherapists carried out a relaxing massage and appli...]]> Aprilia confirmed the current 250cc World Champion Marco Simoncelli as part of its lineup at the Imola Superbike round this weekend. The Italian rider will compete alongside Max Biaggi on the RSV4 usually ridden by Shinya Nakano.

Unfortunately, the Japanese rider is still kept away from the track due to neck muscle problems that also prevented him to compete in race 2 in Germany.

Nakano was then taken to the Clinica Mobile where the physiotherapists carried out a relaxing massage and appli... (read more)]]> Thu, 24 Sep 2009 11:05:44 GMT World Superbike - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/simoncelli-to-ride-for-aprilia-at-imola-11297.html World Superbike http://www.autoevolution.com/news/simoncelli-to-ride-for-aprilia-at-imola-11297.html#comments autoevolution