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Millsaps and Tomac lead Monster Energy Supercross into Phoenix
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Millsaps and Tomac lead Monster Energy Supercross into Phoenix

Rockstar Energy Racing Suzuki’s Davi Millsaps will lead the world’s top riders into Phoenix’s Chase Field this Saturday for the Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship.

Lopez continues Dakar charge with Stage 6 win, Faggotter top Aussie overall
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Lopez continues Dakar charge with Stage 6 win, Faggotter top Aussie overall

With a third stage victory on the Dakar 2013, Francisco 'Chaleco' Lopez provided a worthy celebration of the rally's arrival in his native Chile.

Ferris to prepare for 2013 GP season in Australia
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Ferris to prepare for 2013 GP season in Australia

Dean Ferris will be based in Australia while preparing for the 2013 FIM Motocross World Championship series, where he will join the Dixon-run Monster Energy Yamaha team in the MX2 class.

Villopoto focused on title chase despite 16th at the opener
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Villopoto focused on title chase despite 16th at the opener

Defending 450SX Monster Energy Supercross Champion Ryan Villopoto remains focused on the task at hand after his disastrous season opening performance at Anaheim's round one of the 2013 series.

Pain maintains overall lead throughout Dakar Rally Stage 5
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Pain maintains overall lead throughout Dakar Rally Stage 5

Frenchman David Casteu has scored himself a win during stage five of the 2013 Dakar Rally, but was unable to overtake Olivier Pain who maintains the overall race lead aboard his Yamaha.

All-star riders continue testing ahead of Troy Bayliss Classic
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All-star riders continue testing ahead of Troy Bayliss Classic

Kempsey Dirt Track played host to some of the biggest names in motorbike racing over the weekend with a selection of riders from the Pixado Troy Bayliss Classic visiting the northern NSW track to practice ahead of the 19 January event.

InsureMyRide Melbourne Enduro-X set for Calder Park
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InsureMyRide Melbourne Enduro-X set for Calder Park

The countdown is on as Melbourne’s Calder Park Raceway prepares for the year's first major event on the 2013 calendar, the InsureMyRide Melbourne Enduro-X on Sunday, 3 February.

Monster Energy Kawasaki Australia to remain on KYB for 2013
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Monster Energy Kawasaki Australia to remain on KYB for 2013

Monster Energy Kawasaki Australia will continue to use KYB suspension on 2013, planning to develop the brand new PSF (Pneumatic Spring Fork) system that comes standard on the latest production KX450F.

Pain captures overall lead during Dakar Rally Stage 4
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Pain captures overall lead during Dakar Rally Stage 4

Stage four of the gruelling 2013 Dakar Rally is has now been completed, with a swing in the leader board taking place due to standout performances from a selection of competitors.

Millsaps to maintain work ethic following surprise A1 victory
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Millsaps to maintain work ethic following surprise A1 victory

Surprise Anaheim 1 winner Davi Millsaps will spend this week soaking up the taste of victory, but knows he needs to keep working hard in a bid to challenge for the Monster Energy Supercross, an FIM World Championship, title.

López wins Dakar Rally Stage 3, Despres takes the overall lead
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López wins Dakar Rally Stage 3, Despres takes the overall lead

Francisco López wins his eighth Dakar stage as pre-race favourite Despres takes over at the front.

Stewart to undergo scans this week on Anaheim knee injury
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Stewart to undergo scans this week on Anaheim knee injury

Yoshimura Suzuki's James Stewart will undergo scans this week to find out the extent of his knee injury suffered in the final stages of practice at Anaheim 1's Monster Energy Supercross opener on Saturday.

Australia's Fish shines in early stages of 2013 Dakar Rally
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Australia's Fish shines in early stages of 2013 Dakar Rally

The grueling 2013 Dakar Rally is in full-swing with stages one and two now in the books, Australia's Matt Fish has been impressive in these early stages finding himself ranked just outside of the top five overall.

Reed reflects on fourth at Anaheim to commence 2013 season
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Reed reflects on fourth at Anaheim to commence 2013 season

TwoTwo Motorsports' Chad Reed will maintain his focus on the 2013 Monster Energy Supercross, an FIM World Championship, title following a steady fourth place finish at Anaheim 1's season opener over the weekend.

Millsaps races to first 2013 US Supercross win in A1 thriller
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Millsaps races to first 2013 US Supercross win in A1 thriller

Rockstar Energy Racing's Davi Millsaps has captured an upset Anaheim 1 win.

ESPN to air 11 American Supercross rounds live in Australia for 2013
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ESPN to air 11 American Supercross rounds live in Australia for 2013

ESPN Australia will air 11 of 17 Monster Energy Supercross, an FIM World Championship, rounds live during the 2013 season.

Townley optimistic following initial 2013 Honda CRF450R testing
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Townley optimistic following initial 2013 Honda CRF450R testing

Former world champion Ben Townley has expressed his satisfaction with Honda's all-new 2013 model CRF450R following his initial test session of the bike in Australia this month.

Complete rider line-up confirmed for Troy Bayliss Classic in January
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Complete rider line-up confirmed for Troy Bayliss Classic in January

The final three riders have been confirmed for the Pixado Troy Bayliss Classic, with two of the biggest names in road racing, and Australia’s most decorated dirt track racer confirmed for the 19 January event at Taree Motorcycle Club.

International career a realistic goal for KTM's Waters
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International career a realistic goal for KTM's Waters

Current Australian motocross number two Todd Waters is certain that the current crop of rising domestic racers have what it takes to perform on the world stage.

Grabham and KTM Australia commit to two-year Dakar assault
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Grabham and KTM Australia commit to two-year Dakar assault

In a comeback which has already defied the odds, one of Australia’s most decorated off-road racers Ben Grabham will realise a major career ambition when he rolls off the start line of the 2013 Dakar Rally on 5 January.

Simmonds relocating to Newcastle in bid for 2013 turnaround
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Simmonds relocating to Newcastle in bid for 2013 turnaround

Tye Simmonds will relocate to team owner Craig Anderson's residence in Newcastle as he prepares for the 2013 season with Anderson's Berry Sweet/Lucas Oil/Yamaha team.

Payton planning full time 450 program for 2014 season
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Payton planning full time 450 program for 2014 season

After decades of dominance with his 250-only Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki powerhouse team, Mitch Payton has revealed plans to introduce a full time 450 program for 2014.

Coppins commences his next chapter with JCR Yamaha team
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Coppins commences his next chapter with JCR Yamaha team

Retired Australian Motocross Champion Josh Coppins has confirmed he will take over Yamaha's factory motocross operation in New Zealand for 2013, working closely with his former Australian CDR Yamaha team.

Yamaha King of the Enduro X scheduled for Gillman next year
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Yamaha King of the Enduro X scheduled for Gillman next year

The Yamaha King of the Enduro X is a recipe for action and excitement, scheduled for 27 April 2013 at Gillman Speedway in South Australia.

MotoOnline.com.au's annual Moto Awards to be announced Friday
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MotoOnline.com.au's annual Moto Awards to be announced Friday

MotoOnline.com.au's annual Moto Awards will be announced this Friday, 21 December, showcasing the highs, lows, and everything in between witnessed during season 2012.

Troy Bayliss Classic tickets now available online
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Troy Bayliss Classic tickets now available online

Tickets to the new marquee event on the Australian motorcycle calendar, the Pixado Troy Bayliss Classic, are now available to buy online.

Arbon on the search for 2013 MX Nationals contract
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Arbon on the search for 2013 MX Nationals contract

South Australian Luke Arbon is facing 2013 on the sidelines after parting ways with Craig Anderson's Berry Sweet/Lucas Oil Yamaha team.

MA's 2013 Manual of Motorcycle Sport now online
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MA's 2013 Manual of Motorcycle Sport now online

Motorcycling Australia has announced that the 2013 Manual of Motorcycle Sport (MoMS) is now available on their website for viewing.

KTM to release US-only factory edition 450 SX-F again
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KTM to release US-only factory edition 450 SX-F again

Following their 2012 KTM factory edition release of the 450 SX-F, the Austrian manufacturer have announced they will once again do the same for 2013 with their premier class weapon.

Rookie Gibbs eyes MX1 top five as part of all-new KTM team
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Rookie Gibbs eyes MX1 top five as part of all-new KTM team

Kirk Gibbs has his sights set on the top five finishes as he prepares to enter his rookie year in the premier MX1 class as part of KTM's all-new factory effort for 2013.