Combined times from Day 3 of the Sepang Test:
David Emmett Thu, 05/Feb/2026 - 12:07
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Times for the afternoon session of the final day at Sepang:
David Emmett Thu, 05/Feb/2026 - 10:21
The final session of the Sepang MotoGP test has been dedicated to race simulations and long runs. Alex Marquez leads a Ducati top three, ahead of the two Ducati Lenovos of Marc Marquez and Pecco Bagnaia. All three did race simulations, with Alex Marquez quickest, Pecco Bagnaia second fastest, and Marc Marquez third. Pedro Acosta was fourth fastest overall, and his race simulation was a fraction slower than that of Marc Marquez.
The first spots of rain have been spotted around the track, threatening to bring proceedings to an early close.
4pm results:
David Emmett Thu, 05/Feb/2026 - 08:30
The Japanese manufacturer pulled out all the stops on the design set to adorn their latest CBR1000RR-R SP in a slick new design for this season
Times at the end of the morning session:
David Emmett Thu, 05/Feb/2026 - 05:18Alex Marquez is currently fastest at noon on the final day of the MotoGP test at Sepang. The Gresini Ducati rider is nearly four tenths clear of the next fastest rider, Fabio Di Giannantonio on Pertamina VR46 Ducati, while Pecco Bagnaia makes it three Ducatis in the top three. The factory Ducati rider is half a second slower than Alex Marquez.
David Emmett Thu, 05/Feb/2026 - 04:00
Yamaha is to continue testing on the final day of the Sepang MotoGP test. The Japanese factory halted all testing activity after Fabio Quartararo's bike had a technical problem in the late afternoon on the first day of the test, Yamahas seeing no track action on day 2. The decision was taken because they feared they could cause a dangerous situation for both their own riders and riders of other teams, Yamaha's technical director Max Bartolini explained on Wednesday.
David Emmett Thu, 05/Feb/2026 - 02:21- Read more about Yamaha To Resume Testing At Sepang After Investigation
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Three-time (1984-1985-1986) AMA 250cc Grand Prix Champion and WERA Pro Formula 2 Champion Donny Green died February 3rd, at age 64.
Donny Greene receives his 1981 AMA 250cc Novice #1 plate from AMA Official Bill Boyce. Photo courtesy The Rider Files.
His son Derek wrote on Facebook, "I lost my best friend, father, mentor and idol. He lived larger than life and had an even bigger heart…Thank you for buying my first drum set at 12. Thank you for teaching me good manners. Thank you for teaching me how to ski. Thank you for being there for me when times got tough. I'll always remember calling you after my shows and reflecting on my performance of that night. You always believed in me as I believed in you. You are a legend. I hate cancer and how ugly that disease is…Gone way too soon. You crossed the final finish line tonight as I kissed your forehead and told you, 'I love you dad!' 'Go Greene Go!'"
Donny Greene won the AMA 250cc Grand Prix Championship three times. Photo courtesy Rider Files.
Greene also raced and won with Dutchman Racing in the AMA/CCS Endurance Series.
May he rest in peace.
(Additional info will be posted as it becomes available.)
Donny Greene at Mid-Ohio, 1987. Photo by Larry Lawrence/Rider Files.
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MotoGP tests are schizophrenic affairs. There is a lot of waiting around as it feels like nothing is happening, and there is a lot of frantic chasing around trying to figure out what is happening. Sometimes, both of these are going on at the same time. It is only after you have sat down after a test and had time to think about what went on that you can begin to get a handle on it.
This is not just a roundabout way of saying that a fuller analysis of what people are testing will have to wait until I can sit down in my hotel room on Friday and type up everything I think I learned. It is also a chance to say that Wednesday was one of those days where nothing and everything happens at the same time.
First, the big news of the day. And of the test really. And perhaps the biggest news of MotoGP for as long as I can remember. Bigger than when Yamaha was forced to request a change to their valves in 2020. As you will have undoubtedly heard, unless you have been confined in an isolation chamber for the past day, Yamaha have paused participation in the rest of the Sepang test, after engineers analyzed a technical problem with Fabio Quartararo's bike on Tuesday afternoon and found that it could be dangerous, both for the Yamaha riders, and for other riders on track.
David Emmett Wed, 04/Feb/2026 - 17:23
B2B News | Source: press release Zero Motorcycles | Zero Motorcycles closed out 2025 with major momentum, posting strong gains across global sales, dealer expansion, and product adoption as electric motorcycles continue to move further into the mainstream.
In North America, Zero recorded an 89 percent year-over-year increase in retail sales, while Europe and the rest of the world saw combined growth of 17 percent. The surge reflects sustained demand in Zero's core markets, alongside growing interest in more accessible electric models introduced through the brand's new XB and XE platforms.
Zero XB
Sales of Zero's full-size motorcycles also climbed significantly, rising 28 percent compared to 2024. Meanwhile, the company's X Line proved to be a key growth driver, accounting for more than 30 percent of total North American sales and 16 percent of sales across EMEA and APAC. Designed to lower the barrier to entry for electric riding, the X Line has helped bring new riders into the category while broadening Zero's global footprint.
Zero XE
To support the growing customer base, Zero expanded its retail network throughout 2025, increasing its North American dealership count by 40 percent. The brand now operates through more than 250 locations worldwide, reinforcing its focus on improving access to sales, service, and long-term ownership support.
The year ended on a high note in North America, where December retail sales jumped 491 percent compared to the same month in 2024, an indicator of strong late-year demand and growing confidence in electric two-wheel mobility.
"2025 was a defining year for Zero Motorcycles," said CEO Pierre-Martin Bos. "We expanded our global footprint, grew sales, and welcomed more riders into electric mobility than ever before, clear proof that our products and vision continue to resonate worldwide."
Looking ahead to 2026, Zero Motorcycles says it will remain focused on responsible growth, expanding access to electric two-wheel transportation, and continuing to shape the future of sustainable mobility.
ZERO MOTORCYCLES >B2B News | Source: Press release Sur-Ron at CycleNews | After a three-year legal battle, electric off-road motorcycle manufacturer Sur-Ron has secured a decisive victory in a U.S. patent infringement case, with a federal jury awarding the company USD $10 million in damages.
On January 16, 2026, a jury in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas (Austin Division) returned a unanimous verdict in favor of Sur-Ron in its case against Talaria Technology (Chongqing) Co., Ltd. and Talaria Technology (Hong Kong) Co., Ltd. The jury found Talaria liable for willful patent infringement, marking a significant outcome in a cross-border intellectual property dispute within the electric powersports industry.
The ruling concludes a multinational lawsuit that centered on Talaria's alleged infringement of Sur-Ron's core design patent for its flagship electric off-road motorcycle, the Light Bee. According to court filings, Sur-Ron presented extensive documentation, including original design manuscripts, patent registrations, and market development records, all of which were accepted by the court as evidence of infringement.
For Sur-Ron, widely regarded as a pioneer in the electric off-road motorcycle segment, the verdict reinforces the growing global emphasis on intellectual property enforcement, particularly as Chinese manufacturers expand into international markets.
"This case demonstrates that intellectual property protection has no borders," the company stated following the verdict. "Infringement is not a low-risk shortcut, and attempts to profit from copied designs will face serious legal consequences."
The dispute also drew attention due to its backstory. Talaria was founded by former Sur-Ron employees who had previously held senior sales roles and possessed detailed knowledge of Sur-Ron's product designs and distribution channels. The case alleged that this access played a role in the development and commercialization of competing products.
Beyond the financial award, the verdict is being viewed as a broader signal to the global powersports and electric vehicle industries: international courts are increasingly willing to enforce design and utility patents, regardless of where a company is based.
For Sur-Ron, the win not only protects its brand and innovations but also underscores a larger message, that companies operating on the global stage must play by global rules. As the electric off-road market continues to grow, this case may serve as a reference point for future IP disputes across the industry.
SUR-RON US >Images: © Sur-Ron
B2B News | Source: Bcomp | Electric mobility isn't just about batteries and motors anymore. Increasingly, the conversation is shifting toward materials, what vehicles are made from, how they look, and how sustainably they're produced. A new concept vehicle from Indian EV pioneer Ather Energy and Swiss cleantech specialist Bcomp puts that idea front and center.
The result of their collaboration is Redux, a futuristic two-wheeler concept that blends scooter agility with motorcycle dynamics, while showcasing what natural fibre composites can bring to the next generation of electric mobility.
A "Living Laboratory" on two wheels
Founded in 2013 in Bengaluru, Ather Energy was among India's first electric scooter startups and has since delivered more than 5,000 vehicles. Redux represents a step beyond production realities—a design and engineering experiment exploring new materials, interfaces, and mechanical ideas.
Classified as a motor-scooter, Redux combines compact proportions with a more aggressive, motorcycle-inspired stance. But its most distinctive feature isn't its silhouette, it's what the bodywork is made of.
At the core of Redux's visual and structural identity is ampliTex
, Bcomp's flax-fibre composite material. Mounted on a lightweight aluminium frame, the ampliTex panels replace conventional plastics and fibre-reinforced materials, reducing weight while still meeting the structural demands of a two-wheeled vehicle.
ampliTex is a woven fabric made from renewable flax fibres, offering a dramatically lower carbon footprint than traditional materials like ABS plastic, glass fibre, or carbon fibre. When combined with a thermoset matrix, the material can reduce CO₂ emissions by up to 85% compared to carbon fibre equivalents.
It also brings practical advantages beyond sustainability. Flax fibre composites provide natural vibration damping and more predictable behaviour under stress, qualities that matter on real roads, not just in design studios. At end of life, the material can be incinerated with energy recovery, offering a clearer sustainability pathway than many composite alternatives.
Design you don't hideRedux follows an "inside-out" design philosophy, where materials and components are meant to be seen rather than concealed. ampliTex plays a major role here, delivering a distinctive woven texture that reads as both technical and organic, perfect for exposed applications.
Instead of acting as hidden structure, the flax-fibre panels become a visible part of the vehicle's identity, reinforcing the idea that sustainability doesn't have to come at the expense of performance or visual impact.
As Ather's Head of Design Bikash Jyoti Biswas explains:
Beyond electrification"The Redux concept reflects our belief that materials should actively shape both design and performance. Exploring ampliTex
For Bcomp, Redux is a clear demonstration of where advanced composites are heading.
"Redux shows exactly what ampliTex
As electric two-wheelers evolve into lifestyle products rather than simple transport tools, collaborations like this hint at what's next. Electrification may be the foundation, but materials, design, and sustainability are quickly becoming the differentiators.
Redux may be a concept, but the ideas behind it feel very real.
ATHER ENERGY >Images © Ather Energy
A day of two halves sees Honda and VR46 claim the top three as opposite fortunes for Yamaha see all their machinery stay in the pits on Wednesday.
Joan Mir (Honda HRC Castrol) headed the timesheets on Day 2 in Sepang, putting in a notable laptime and becoming the fastest Honda rider ever at the venue - taking a chunk off test rider Aleix Espargaro's top lap at the Shakedown last week. Franco Morbidelli slots into second just ahead of teammate Fabio Di Giannantonio as Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team complete the top three. Action was curtailed a little early due to rain, but the morning made for some interesting laptimes…
One of the biggest stories of the day, however, was off track - Yamaha. After an issue on Day 1 for Fabio Quartararo - after his crash which later caused him to withdraw from the remainder of the test - the all-new YZR-M1 was kept in the pits on Wednesday. A precaution from the Iwata marque as they say they know the issue but not the cause and are investigating before doing any more running. So both Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP and Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP stayed in the box on Day 2.
Johann Zarco (5) at Sepang. Photo courtesy Castrol Honda LCR
HONDA HCR CASTROL & HONDA LCR:
Mir will take the plaudits on the second day in Sepang. It's the factory's first time dipping their toe in the coveted 1:56s, which confirms their continued progress that we saw towards the end of last season. Both Mir and Honda HRC Castrol teammate Luca Marini remain very positive about the performance of the 2026 RC213V, but - as expected and understandably - they're keeping their feet firmly on the ground, insisting that they're not looking at the timesheets. Marini ended the day sixth fastest with the mileage limited due to the afternoon weather, as HRC eye another solid day at the office on Thursday to head to Thailand in very good shape.
In the LCR box, Johann Zarco (Castrol Honda LCR) was also pleased with the how Day 2 went, with the Frenchman looking to have a solid long run on the final day to see where the package stacks up to the competition. And of course, Diogo Moreira (Pro Honda LCR) was back on track and said that he made solid progress in the morning, while also getting a taste of what his Honda feels like in the wet conditions for the first time. The Brazilian is upbeat about his feeling on a MotoGP bike heading into the final day of testing in Sepang.
Fabio Di Giannantonio (49) finished third at Sepang, day 2. Photo courtesy VR46 Racing Team.
DUCATI LENOVO TEAM, PERTAMINA ENDURO VR46 RACING TEAM, BK8 GRESINI RACING MOTOGP:
Continuing to go about their business quietly and methodically, Ducati's charge was led by Morbidelli in second - the only rider other than Mir to drop into the 1'56s. A 1'56.983 was good enough for the Italian, just 0.109s adrift of Mir and Honda in P1. Giannantonio continued his strong test and was third overall, a further 0.066s behind the #21, and said the front end feeling was a key improvement.
In factory red, Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati Lenovo Team) was again in P8 as his test continued; despite wanting to do a Sprint simulation, the morning saw him do six runs but none more than four laps long. Still, he was very positive about his feeling come the end of play. Teammate and reigning World Champion Marc Marquez was taking it easier on day two having topped the opening day of action and was 15th after a total of 30 laps. Alex Marquez (BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP), meanwhile, became the latest rider to crash at Turn 5 as he was back testing the 2024 aero package. He was OK and did go back out in the brief dry spell in the afternoon but didn't improve his morning time, finishing 12th overall.
Maverick Viñales (12) at Sepang test, day 2. Photo courtesy KTM Tech3.
RED BULL KTM FACTORY RACING & RED BULL KTM TECH3:
Over at the Red Bull KTM Factory Racing outfit, Pedro Acosta was in fine form, setting laps in the low 1'57s - quicker than KTM's previous fastest ever time at Sepang but yet to crack the 1'56s. The Spaniard used an updated front fairing both in the wet and dry, getting valuable data en-route to fourth. Brad Binder was the lowest-placed KTM in 13th, his tougher day compounded by a couple of messy practice starts. As well as his on-track exploits, however, it's also worth noting that he continues to develop his working relationship with new crew chief Phil Marron.
At Red Bull KTM Tech3, Maverick Viñales took advantage of the rain to spin some wet laps and acquire useful data and experience whereas Enea Bastianini remained in the box and completed the top ten. It's a marked improvement for Tech 3 as during the same test last season, both riders weren't just continuing their adaptation but struggling to find a direction. This year, they're firmly in the top ten with fifth and tenth respectively on day two - let's see what time attacks on day three bring.
Raul Fernandez (25) and Ai Ogura (79) at Sepang. Photo courtesy Trackhouse Team
APRILIA RACING & TRACKHOUSE MOTOGP TEAM:
Marco Bezzecchi continued his honeymoon with the RS-GP in P6, fastest Aprilia, with Raul Fernandez of Trackhouse MotoGP Team right on his tail. Speaking of, the tail unit of the Aprilia caused plenty of chat on Day 2, with new aero fins sticking straight up making their debut in pitlane, which was tested back-to-back. The Noale factory were also testing a swingarm.
Ai Ogura slotted into P9 for Trackhouse, with only Bagnaia in eighth splitting the Aprilia-running race riders on Wednesday. Test rider Lorenzo Savadori was also back out putting in the kilometers.
That's all she wrote on Day 2, but there's more to come on Thursday in a final push at Sepang. Join us for more from 10:00 (UTC +8)!
Classification day 2 session 1
Classification day 2 session 2
More from a press release issued by Honda HRC Castrol:
Mir Reigns Supreme on Second Day in Sepang.
The Honda RC213V and Joan Mir set a new reference over a single lap while Luca Marini kept pace as weather curtailed the afternoon's running.
With a positive first day in their pocket, the Honda HRC Castrol squad were immediately back to work around the 5.54-kilometre-long circuit. Wednesday's action would again show that even in its early stage, the 2026 Honda RC213V has continued on the path set out in 2025 as engineers continue to work on refining all of the small details.
Leading the charge was Joan Mir who blitzed the field early in the day and set a 1'56.874. 0.6s faster than his Q2 time from the Malaysian GP just a few months ago. Although the time is impressive, Mir and Honda HRC remain focused on the work ahead with plenty more still to come in the 2026 season. Rain would see Mir do just two laps after the lunch break.
Another productive day saw Luca Marini continue to focus on the testing plan in the morning, the afternoon rain prematurely ending his chances to push from a single fast lap. 0.676s back from his teammate, the Italian was left content with what he achieved given the more limited track time. This evening will be spent finalising the plan and finding the balance between testing final items in Sepang and what can also be assessed in Buriram.
A final day of testing remains, and Honda HRC Castrol are eager to make the most before heading to Buriram, Thailand for the second test and first race of the season. Work to be done, but the first two days have certainly helped to maintain Honda HRC's momentum into the new year.
Joan Mir (36) at Sepang. Photo courtesy Honda HRC
Joan Mir: "I think we have to be happy about the lap time today! This morning, I was feeling quite strong and I was able to push for a good lap, my confidence is growing and this translates to what we saw today with the new tyre. Today we focused on the lap time in the morning before getting back to the puzzle of testing after. Tomorrow, we need to make another step and make up for the time we lost to the rain. At the moment I am happy with what we've done but there will also be a lot of work to do after the test."
Luca Marini (10) at Sepang. Photo courtesy Honda HRC
Luca Marini: "We had a busy morning, trying to make the most of every lap and really hit our targets. Even without the second session, we did a lot. Between me and the other Honda riders we split the work load a little bit which also has helped us to be more productive. It's been a good test so far and we are not in a big rush to do a huge job tomorrow; we can focus on what we need to do and find the balance."
More from a press release issued by Castrol Honda LCR:
Castrol Honda LCR rider Johann Zarco finished 14th on the second day of testing at Sepang.
- The Frenchman and his team had a productive and solid second day at Sepang, focusing on testing different configurations and collecting valuable data for future adjustments.
- Johann and the technicians tried various setups to find the most comfortable bike balance for him, and they identified some positive aspects.
- However, afternoon rain disrupted their plans, preventing them from completing their work. Tomorrow will be crucial to assess the improvements, with a long run scheduled.
Johann Zarco (5) at Sepang. Photo courtesy Castrol Honda LCR
Johann Zarco 14th - (1'58.346) : "The bike's balance is a narrow window, and we are working hard to find it so we can push and improve. We couldn't find it straight away today, but we tried many things, which helped us understand what could work. Then, we were unlucky with the weather, as it started to rain, so we couldn't nail the job. Tomorrow should be a good opportunity to gain consistency and keep improving, as we made progress before the rain. The long run will be important to see if we've found the right solution."
More from a press release issued by Pro Honda LCR:
Pro Honda LCR rider Diogo Moreira finished 17th on the second day of testing at Sepang.
- Determined to keep learning and pushing, the Brazilian rider had a consistent day working alongside his crew.
- Moreira completed 34 valuable laps to assess the bike's behavior, even in rainy conditions, which was another first for him.
- By the end of the day, Diogo was satisfied with the work done and is looking forward to trying a long run tomorrow, the final day of testing.
Diogo Moreira (11) at Sepang during the rainy day 2 session 2. Photo courtesy Pro Honda LCR
Diogo Moreira 17th - (1'58.571): "Today I rode in the rain for the first time. At the beginning, I was quite cautious, but lap after lap, I started to feel more comfortable on the bike. I'm getting to know the bike better as the laps go by, and that's important. The electronics are really good and are a great help. Tomorrow, we'll probably do a long run. I can't wait!"
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Joan Mir is the fastest overall after two days of testing at Sepang. Mir was one of two riders to get into the 1'56s on Wednesday, the other being Franco Morbidelli. Almost everyone improved their lap time on Day 2, with only Marc Marquez, Johann Zarco, and Alex Marquez not beating their times from Tuesday. The rain played a role, robbing the riders of track time in the afternoon.
Combined times from Days 1 and 2:
David Emmett Wed, 04/Feb/2026 - 11:45
The second session of testing on Wednesday at Sepang was a washout. The rider sat in the pits after the break for lunch, saving tires to do time attacks on the final day, and at 4pm, shortly after the first few riders ventured out again, the rain came, eventually turning into a proper downpour. A few riders got some time in the wet, most notably Diogo Moreira, using the opportunity to get his first taste of Michelin's rain tires. Maverick Viñales and Franco Morbidelli also got some wet track time.
David Emmett Wed, 04/Feb/2026 - 11:21
After the surprise news that Yamaha decided to suspend testing at the Sepang MotoGP test due to a technical issue with their new V4 machine, Technical Director Max Bartolini spoke to the media at Sepang. Bartolini was interviewed by Dorna, then spoke to assembled journalists.
The extremely unusual decision to stop testing was taken after Fabio Quartararo stopped on track on Tuesday toward the end of the day. Identifying the cause of the problem had led Yamaha racing in Japan to decide to suspend their testing program until they can figure out a solution, or a way of continuing to run the engine safely.
David Emmett Wed, 04/Feb/2026 - 09:40
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2026 Sepang MotoGP Test FP3 Times: Mir Fastest As Yamaha Ends Test Prematurely [ 04-Feb-26 4:05am ]The big news at the Sepang MotoGP test is that Yamaha have put their entire test on hold after Fabio Quartararo suffered a technical problem on Tuesday afternoon. See this story for more information.
David Emmett Wed, 04/Feb/2026 - 04:05
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Foto: Sanctuary Yokohama-Yamato
Yamaha Suspends V4 MotoGP Testing, Quartararo's Technical Issue Under Investigation [ 04-Feb-26 4:30am ]The big news at the Sepang MotoGP test is that Yamaha have put their entire test on hold after Fabio Quartararo suffered a technical problem on Tuesday afternoon. No details off the issue have been confirmed or released, but clouds of white some were seen coming Quartararo's bike as it was sat parked against the barriers.
Earlier, I had seen Yamaha mechanics spending a lot of time ensuring that the cooling system was fully filled, though that is not necessarily proof that this is where the problem is. However, if you are going to run into problems with heat, Sepang is one of the prime candidates for it to happen. Senior management at Yamaha have told the teams that testing with the V4 is to stop until the cause of the problem is identified. The garage doors in Yamaha remain closed.
David Emmett Wed, 04/Feb/2026 - 04:30
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The new FIM Racing Motorcycle Museum (RMM), that was inaugurated in December on the day of the 2025 FIM Awards Ceremony, will officially open to the public on Wednesday 18 February 2026.
Based in Mies, Switzerland, at the site of the previous FIM Headquarters, the RMM takes visitors on a journey through the chronicles of motorcycle racing history, from early classics all the way up to today's cutting-edge machines.
All the motorcycles on display have authenticated race pedigrees and include the 1949 AJS Porcupine that Leslie Graham rode to the first-ever FIM 500cc Grand Prix title, Mike Hailwood's 1967 Honda RC166 and Jonathan Rea's 2016 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R that carried him to the second of his six consecutive FIM Superbike World Championship crowns.
Off-road disciplines are also well represented with exhibits including Hubert Auriol's Dakar Rally-winning 1981 BMW R80 G/S, Jordi Tarres' 1989 Beta Zero prototype, Stefan Everts' 2006 Yamaha YZ450F that he raced to the FIM MX1 Motocross World Championship title and the highly-specialised Zaeta DT450RS that Francesco Cecchini clinched the 2019 FIM Flat Track World Championship aboard.
FIM Racing Motorcycle Museum. Photo by GPagency / courtesy FIM
Bringing the collection all the way up to the present day, visitors will also be able to view 2025 world championship-winning machines ridden by Marc Marquez (MotoGP), Toprak Razgatlioglu (WSBK), Toni Bou (TrialGP), Daniel Sanders (World Rally-Raid), Josep Garcia (EnduroGP), Bartosz Zmarzlik (Speedway) and Romain Febvre (MXGP).
With the exhibits curated around the three main pillars of 'Heroes', 'Technologies' and 'From Race to Road', the RMM is so much more than simply a collection of historic motorcycles and visitors will have the opportunity to discover and explore the breakthroughs in technology, equipment and engineering that have advanced motorcycle racing.
With the exhibits curated around the three main pillars of 'Heroes', 'Technologies' and 'From Race to Road', the RMM is so much more than simply a collection of historic motorcycles and visitors will have the opportunity to discover and explore the breakthroughs in technology, equipment and engineering that have advanced motorcycle racing.
The RMM also features the Paddock Café - a perfect place for enthusiasts to gather and watch racing on a big screen - while the Simulator Zone gives visitors the chance to experience first-hand, albeit virtually, the thrills of top-flight Motocross and Circuit Racing.
FIM Racing Motorcycle Museum. Photo by GPagency / courtesy FIM
Jorge Viegas, FIM President, stated: "The FIM Racing Motorcycle Museum truly is a remarkable collection, and to walk among the exhibits is to take a journey through the illustrious history of motorcycle racing, from its formative years all the way through to the present day. Much more than just a display of classic machines, the RMM gives visitors a valuable and interactive insight into the heritage of the sports we all love, helping to develop a better understanding of the emotions and innovation involved."
Fabio Muner, FIM Marketing and Digital Director, said: "The FIM is proud to welcome you to the Racing Motorcycle Museum - an immersive space where passion, performance and innovation come to life. Designed for devoted fans, seasoned experts and curious newcomers alike, the museum invites you to explore the rich history, striking beauty and raw exhilaration of motorcycle sport.
"Brought to life with the support of our twenty-seven industry partners, the Canton of Vaud and the Municipality of Mies, this project goes beyond celebrating legendary champions and iconic machines. It also highlights modern technologies and their impact on everyday motorcyclist safety."
The FIM Racing Motorcycle Museum is located at Route de Suisse 11b - Mies, Switzerland, just a short train journey from Geneva. Opening times are from 10:00hrs until 18:00hrs, Wednesday to Sunday.
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