2011 Isle of Man - New Rule....

The official regulations (rules) and entry form for the 2011 Isle of Man TT motorcycle race fueled by Monster Energy have been released. The 2011 regulations and entry form cover all motorcycle racing classes, including TT Zero.

The Official TT Team and Competitors Ferry Booking Forms are expected to be released in the next few days along with the team and motorcycle rider sponsorship acquisition booklet.

The regulations and entry form documents are no longer available in print form and are now only available in electronic PDF format. The closing date for TT race entries is Friday, February 25, 2011.

Paul Phillips, TT & Motorsport Development Manager, says: "The Entry Form has been revised for 2011 and requires a significant amount of information to be completed by competitors and teams."

"Please take time to complete the Entry Form comprehensively. Failure to do so could result in an entry not being accepted."

"Changes have been made throughout the documents and all teams and competitors are requested to read and understand the regulations thoroughly before submitting an entry for the 2011 TT Races."

It has been decided by the 2011 IoM TT these documents will no longer be printed and will now only be available in electronic PDF format. Please note the closing date for entries is set as Friday Feb. 25, 2011.

Here you can download the 2011 Isle of Man TT Race Regulations and the 2011 Isle of Man Entry Form for all classes including TT Zero in PDF format at no charge.

The IoM TT Entry Form has been revised for 2011 and requires a significant amount of information to be completed by competitors and teams. TT riders must take time to complete the Entry Form comprehensively. Failure to do so could result in an entry not being accepted.

Changes have been made throughout the documents and all teams and competitors are requested to read and understand the regulations thoroughly before submitting an entry for the 2011 IoM TT Races.

Should you require any further information regarding the TT regulations, please contact Michelle Haynes, Secretary of the Meeting, ACU Events Ltd, ACU House, Wood Street, Rugby, Warks, CV21 2YX.

The Motorsport Team is also happy to assist with any inquires and can be contacted at the Department of Economic Development, St Andrews House, Finch Road, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM1 2PX.

SuperMartxe VIP 125cc MotoGP

When Paris Hilton officially announced Monday that she will be fielding riders for the 2011 125cc MotoGP Championship, the media went mad, every outlet from the New York Times to the most notable journalist in the motorcycle industry vying for a better angle.

As coverage continued of this pop star entering the world of MotoGP racing, many eagerly awaited for the unveiling of the new SuperMartxe VIP by Paris Hilton team, which is a joint effort with the By Queroseno Racing (BQR) racing team out of Barcelona.

And this superstar premier came Saturday, as Hilton presented her new 125cc MotoGP team in the Spanish Capital of Madrid. Donned in skin-tight leathers, Hilton unveiled the pink, white and blue Aprilia RSA motorcycles alongside SuperMartxe VIP riders Sergio Gadea and Maverick Vinales.

Vinales, 15, won both the Spanish national and European 125cc championships this year.

The SuperMartxe team will be run by Raul Romero, who stated he will fight for the final 125cc title before the category is replaced by the new Moto3 class in 2012.

MotoGP states the sporting and technical director will be Ricard Jové whilst the highly accomplished Rossano Brazzi, who has previously worked alongside Valentino Rossi and Max Biaggi, will be responsible for the preparation of the bikes.

Reports say that Paris Hilton was approached by BQR team partner Riccard Garriga and Nano Barea, the founder of SuperMartxe (an Ibiza-based dance-party series that Hilton has been affiliated since 2009). Hilton responded excitedly, and decided to become one of the team owners.

Under contract, Paris Hilton must attend five (out of 17) rounds of the MotoGP Championship. It has not been reported which races she will attend.

Although MotoGP races are the most popular across motorcycle racing, Hilton's exposure is expected to bring an even wider audience to the sport.

Hilton will be another giant celebertiy within the motor-racing industry; the other most notable celebrity is Michael Jordan, who fields a team in the AMA Superbike series.

Rea admits to 'good feeling' on MotoGP debut

Ten Kate World Superbike Championship front-runner Jonathan Rea makes an encouraging MotoGP debut in a private test session with HRC at Sepang in Malaysia

In a private three-day test session around the Sepang International Circuit on the outskirts of Kuala Lumpur, Honda Ten Kate World Superbike Championship front-runner Rea joined HRC test rider Kousuke Akiyoshi to help to develop the RCV212 in preparation for next season.

After the bike's riding position was adjusted to suit his stature, the 23-year-old joined his Suzuka 8-hour team-mate out on-track, with the pair making the most of the warm weather at the 5.548km circuit to complete almost a full day's work, interrupted only by a brief rain shower.

“Today I had great fun learning a MotoGP bike, and the Sepang circuit is impressive!” the Ulsterman reported following 51 laps as he familiarised himself with the characteristics of the grand prix machine. “My body is still not 100 per cent and this is a pity, but I had a very good day with the HRC test team.

“I've spent almost all of my career on production-derived bikes; I just rode a 125GP a few years ago, and today I had a good feeling riding the Honda RCV212. The bike feels very powerful, the engine revs higher than my CBR1000R and it is easy to change direction. I'd like to thank HRC and Honda Europe for this opportunity, and I'm looking forward for the next two days of testing.”

Paris Hilton launching own race team

SuperMartxé VIP by Paris Hilton team to field two riders in the 2011 125cc Championship

RATHER THAN A new clothing line or fragrance media princess, Paris Hilton will front her own 125 Grand Prix team next season.

Joining up with the existing BQR team, the new SuperMartxé VIP by Paris Hilton team will field three-time 125 race winner, Sergio Gadea and rookie Maverick Viñales. The latter joining the World ranks after taking titles in 2010 Spanish and European 125cc championships.

The daughter of the Hilton hotel tycoon, more prominently known through choice media appearances, adds her name to the team which will see the talented technical collaboration of Christian Lundberg and Rossano Brazzi; Brazzi well-known in aiding Rossi to his 125 glory.

2011 marks the final running of the 125cc class before the two-stroke series is replaced by four-stroke singles in 2012.

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MotoGP: Ben Spies SPEED Award Nomination

2010 SPEED Performance Award

The 2010 MotoGP season saw one of the most impressive rookie performances in series history when Parts Europe-supported Ben Spies lined up aboard his privateer Yamaha.

The Texan had already earned numerous championships worldwide and proved his MotoGP talent was a force to be reckoned with.

Spies had earned multiple podium finishes, the pole position in Indianapolis and MotoGP rookie of the year honors as he finished the series sixth overall.

Spies will now make the move to the Factory Yamaha squad for 2011, replacing Valentino Rossi, and will no doubt be a title contender.

To cap off this amazing MotoGP season, Spies has been nominated for another Rookie of the Year award for the SPEED Performance Awards. He is up against four other rookies from various motorsports disciplines and can use your help to pull off the win.

Voting for the awards will close at midnight on Monday, Dec. 13, 2010. The winner will be announced during a one-hour SPEED television special in February. To view Spies' highlight video and to cast your vote, click here.

Ben Bostrom and The New X-Twelve

Just like Ben Bostrom, the new SHOEI X-Twelve is one of a kind! We joined the two road racing super heroes during a recent testing session at Thunderhill Raceway in Northern California. Ben’s feedback was integral during the development of SHOEI’s groundbreaking new racing helmet, and we got it all on film!

Enjoy  guys.......

Michael Jordan talks about his love of two wheels (w/video)

Check out this ESPN video of NBA legend Michael Jordan and owner of the Michael Jordan Motorsports team talking about his avid love and passion for motorcycle racing, riding and his own team.

Jordan Suzuki will be fielding Roger Lee Hayden and Ben Bostrom next season, and the team will be testing this month at Jennings Motorsports Park in Florida.

Source | oliepeil.nl

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