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  1. MotoGP, Superbikes, and Betting: A Beginner’s Guide for Bikers Who Love the Sport

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    If you enjoy the excitement of motorbike racing or you ride a bike, you might be interested in learning how to bet on MotoGP and Superbike events. This beginners' guide will help you grasp the fundamentals of these fascinating sports and how to bet on them safely and smartly.

    Understanding MotoGP and Superbikes  MotoGP Season

    MotoGP is the top class of motorcycle road racing in the world. It features the fastest motorcycles and the most talented riders competing on circuits the world over. There are various classes, such as Moto3, Moto2, and MotoGP, which is the highest division. Additionally, there is MotoE for electric motorcycles.

    Conversely, superbike racing calls for modified production motorcycles. Despite their specific tuning for racing, these bikes bear a closer resemblance to everyday motorcycles. The main series for this kind of racing is the World Superbike Championship. MotoGP and Superbikes attract millions of enthusiasts worldwide and offer exciting, fast competition.

    Betting Strategies for Motorcycle Competition

    Betting on motorcycle racing is wagering on the results of races or championships. During a race, you can wager on who will finish on the podium, who will win a race, or other particular events. Points in MotoGP go to the top 15 finishers in every race. The winner earns 25 points; second place earns 20, third place 16, and so on, down to one point for 15th place. Over the season, these points sum up to pick the overall champion.

    Selecting the Right MotoGP Betting Websites

    You have to find reliable and regulated MotoGP betting sites before beginning your betting. Among the several betting markets these sites provide are live betting during the race, podium finishes, and absolute winners. To improve your experience, they offer competitive odds, user-friendly interfaces, cashouts and live betting, among others.

    Choose a betting site based on license, security, and strong customer service. Check also whether they offer thorough statistics and professional analysis to guide your bets.

    Advice for Newcomers in Motorcycle Racing Betting

    • Discover the teams and riders: Understanding the strengths, shortcomings, and recent riding performance will help you make better winning bets.

    • Understand the race conditions: Weather, track design, and bike technologies can impact race results.

    • Start modest: Start with low stakes to experience how betting operates before risking more.

    • Use live betting: Many websites let you make strategic bets as the race runs on.

    • Track your bankroll. Consider establishing a betting budget and adhering to it to avoid incurring losses beyond your means.

    Last Notes: Motorcycle Racing Technology and How It Affects Bettors

    Thanks to new technologies like 3D printing, the realm of motorcycle racing is fast changing. Teams like Ducati Lenovo have partnered with businesses like Roboze to 3D print critical bike parts,

    including fairings and heat shields. Modern materials like PEEK and carbon fibre—which help to make the bikes lighter and stronger—are used in these components. Teams can produce parts faster and with more accuracy using this technology than with conventional approaches.

    These technical developments impact race results and betting decisions; thus, they are more than just interesting developments for bettors. Lighter and more efficient bikes can help a rider perform better, especially on some tracks or in particular weather. Knowing which teams employ innovative technologies like 3D printed components can give bettors an advantage in selecting whom to support.

    Thus, the emergence of 3D-printed electric motorcycles and advanced materials is not only determining the course of racing but also how spectators and bettors interact with the sport. Keeping current with these developments will enable you to enjoy the sport even more and make better betting decisions.

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

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  2. The 2025 MotoGP competition calendar is set – the battle for the trophy begins

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    The thrill of speed, adrenaline, and fierce competition is back: the organizers of the MotoGP championship have officially announced the calendar for the 2025 season — the most prestigious and globally significant marathon in motorsports history.MotoGP 2025

    For top riders, teams, and millions of fans worldwide, this isn’t just a schedule of dates, but a roadmap to a new era where every Grand Prix is a battle for victory, and every race is a step closer to the championship title. Fans are already turning to bookmakers like Ireland 1xBet.ie/en to place bets on their favorites and claim their winnings.

    The 2025 MotoGP calendar continues to expand in both scope and intensity, featuring around 20 to 22 races — highlighting a push for maximum competition. As in previous seasons, each Grand Prix weekend will include a Saturday sprint race, adding extra excitement and making the race weekends even more intense.

    The season kicks off with the second Grand Prix in Thailand, while the finale is set for November 16th at the iconic Ricardo Tormo Circuit near Valencia, Spain—a track where the championship title is often decided.

    The calendar features races across Europe, the Americas, Asia, and Australia, making the championship a truly global tour. This worldwide scope will be covered extensively by leading sports channels and websites, including The Irish Times, which regularly updates readers on the latest news from various disciplines. As a result, fans will stay informed about every stage of the 2025 MotoGP season and be better equipped to make accurate predictions.

    Key moments and significant turns

    Fans look forward to watching races on traditional, iconic tracks such as Mugello (Italy), Assen (Netherlands), Phillip Island (Australia), and COTA (USA). The season will kick off at the Buriram International Circuit, which will host four races, including the Argentine, American, and Qatar Grands Prix. Elsewhere, the British Grand Prix will be held on May 25th as the seventh round of the season, while the Catalan Grand Prix in Barcelona will take place earlier, on May 7th.

    Following the announcement that the Autódromo Internacional Algarve near Portimão has signed a new contract to continue hosting the Portuguese Grand Prix, this race will be scheduled just before the finale in Valencia, which will close out the season. Notably, the calendar does not include the Kazakhstan Grand Prix at the Sokol track, which was canceled two years ago due to various organizational issues.

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    What can fans expect from MotoGP 2025?

    The races require preparation that begins long before the start. Drivers need to be in peak condition. Frequent flights, changing time zones, the constant pressure of sprint races and Sunday Grand Prix - all this requires incredible endurance and psychological resilience.

    Moving tons of equipment, motorcycles, parts and personnel around the world is a logistically difficult task that requires careful planning and execution. Every race, every practice, every qualifying is important. Teams must carefully plan the use of engines, tires, and resources to remain competitive throughout the season. We expect detailed coverage of the races on various web portals, in particular, on RTÉ, which never disappoints fans with interesting news. You just need to find the relevant information about motorcycle racing and the players.

    For millions of MotoGP fans, the calendar announcement marks the beginning of their plans.

    1. The chance to attend a Grand Prix: Many fans will use the calendar to plan trips to their favorite tracks and experience the thrill of live racing.

    2. Exciting viewing: The constant action and competition across different continents provide an almost non-stop stream of races, keeping fans hooked on every turn and overtake.

    3. Cultural diversity: Each Grand Prix showcases the culture of its host country, adding a unique flavor to every stage. To truly discover these cultures, a trip is the best way. You can find more about profitable tourism here https://everydaytourist.ca/street-views/smarter-travel-16-ways-to-see-europe-without-spending-too-much, there are many useful tips.   

    The 2025 MotoGP season promises to be fiercely competitive. With new signings, potential debutants, and established stars like Francesco Bagnaia, Marc Marquez, Enea Bastianini, Jorge Martin, and others, the battle for the title will be intense right up to the final meter. Technological innovations from manufacturers such as Ducati, KTM, Aprilia, Yamaha, and Honda will also play a crucial role.

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

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  3. BMW Motorrad UK to Host Isle of Man Senior TT Live Screenings

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    BMW Motorrad UK is inviting motorcycle enthusiasts to experience the thrill of the legendary Isle of Man Senior TT race live in retailers. On Saturday 7th June, 21 selected BMW Motorrad retailers across the UK will be screening the world-famous road race on big screens - offering fans a front-row seat to one of motorcycle racing’s most iconic events.

    Attendees will have the opportunity to watch a whole host of star riders competing onboard BMW machinery - as they tackle the 37.73-mile Mountain Course aboard the M 1000 RR.

    In addition to the live coverage, visitors can enjoy the showroom atmosphere with like-minded fans, meet and chat with BMW Motorrad experts, and take advantage of special in-store offers. Refreshments and hospitality will also be available at select locations, as the day promises to provide a full-day of entertainment for racing fans and BMW enthusiasts.

    This event offers a unique opportunity to come together and celebrate road racing culture, and connect with the machines and people that power it.

    For a full list of participating retailers and to book your place, visit:

    www.bmw-motorrad.co.uk/en/service/forms/tt-event.htm

     

     

     

  4. GRESINI IN FLIGHT MODE AT ARAGON WITH DOUBLE SPRINT PODIUM

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    ALEX MARQUEZ #73
    “Marc’s start was a bad one, but not as bad as I’d hoped. I tried to push, but when I saw him behind me, I realised that the smartest thing to do was to settle for second place. On a racetrack where your main rival is so dominant, we need to have a clever approach to racing. We’ll obviously try to defeat him tomorrow, but at the moment he’s got one and a half gears on us. We celebrate another podium and don’t give anything for granted; great job also by Fermin, who keeps growing.”

    FERMIN ALDEGUER #54
    “We did take a gamble with the tyre choice, but it wasn’t luck. We worked on it, and it was a carefully thought decision. It was a risk worth taking in the Sprint race also to gather some data ahead of tomorrow. We got a great start which will be hard to replicate tomorrow, but we have all it takes to do well tomorrow”.

     

     

  5. D3O ambassador Michael Dunlop claims 2025 Superbike TT podium

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    The 2025 RST x D3O Superbike TT Race delivered all the excitement that the Mountain Course is known for – with Michael Dunlop finishing on the podium in second place, trusting D3O impact protection in his Furygan suit.

    The TT legend was quick from the flag drop, registering as 197.55mph through the Sulby speed trap on the opening lap, but found himself losing time to Davey Todd. This gap reduced to 1.585 seconds in the pit stop at the end of lap 2, before reducing further as Dunlop pushed on in the second half of the 4-lap race, setting the fastest lap of the race on the final lap. Unfortunately, the Northern Irishman found it hard to get his flow back after making his way past Dean Harrison on the road, but was able to end the RST x D3O Superbike TT Race in second place.

    In addition, there were three riders who finished inside of the top-ten that have taken advantage of the new partnership between RST and D3O – showcasing the cooperation between two of motorcycle safety’s most forward-thinking brands at one of the world’s most iconic motorcycle events. Nathan Harrison, who set his first official 132mph lap during the race, finished in fourth place, with David Johnson in fifth and Paul Jordan in tenth.

    Ahead of the riders tackling the 37.75-mile-long Mountain Course, D3O and RST hosted an event for riders and media yesterday at the RST race truck at the TT Grandstand. Hosted by special guests Grace Webb and Lee Johnston, attendees were able to get up close and personal with the new limited edition RST TT suit with integrated D3O armour and take part in hands-on product demonstrations from D3O.

    Mostyn Thomas, CMO of D3O

    Congratulations to Michael on his 45th podium. We are glad he didn’t need us and yet again he has shown, what it means to us to Give It Orange.”

    The partnership with RST, that was officially announced last week, will see D3O armour integrated into all RST-sponsored rider suits, as well as race suits available for public purchase and the full product line in the upcoming RST 2026 collection. TT fans will also be able to benefit from the year of development in collaboration with RST’s elite factory riders, with a limited-edition RST x TT race suit equipped with D3O armour that is available to pre-order at the Isle of Man TT.

    The full RST range with integrated D3O will be available online and in stores November 2025 as part of the 2026 collection.