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Dislocated shoulder rules Monea out of Australian Supercross opener
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Dislocated shoulder rules Monea out of Australian Supercross opener

Monster Energy Kawasaki's Adam Monea has been forced out of this weekend's Terex Australian Supercross Championship after dislocating his shoulder in testing this week.

HRC commences testing of all-new Honda CRF450 RALLY in California
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HRC commences testing of all-new Honda CRF450 RALLY in California

The first series of tests throughout August and early September of the all-new Honda CRF450 RALLY have been completed by TEAM HRC Rally as the team and its five riders prepare for the forthcoming Dakar.

Twyerould anticipating successful ASX season with Gibbs and McCoy
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Twyerould anticipating successful ASX season with Gibbs and McCoy

Motorex KTM team manager Rob Twyerould has confidence his combination of Kirk Gibbs and Daniel McCoy will shine come tomorrow's opening round of the 2013 Terex Australian Supercross Championship.

Marmont: Supercross is a chance to redeem myself again
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Marmont: Supercross is a chance to redeem myself again

Reigning ASX champion plans to use the six-round 2013 series as a case of redemption.

Moss expecting Australian challengers in 2013 ASX title chase
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Moss expecting Australian challengers in 2013 ASX title chase

New Australian MX1 Motocross Champion Matt Moss believes his main competition for the 2013 Terex Australian Supercross Championship will come from a local, rather than American imports Josh Hill and Weston Peick.

Frossard returning to Kawasaki Racing Team for 2014 MXGP season
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Frossard returning to Kawasaki Racing Team for 2014 MXGP season

Belgian Steven Frossard will join the Kawasaki Racing Team for the 2014 FIM MXGP Motocross World Championship alongside Gautier Paulin.

Columb switching to YZ250 for New Zealand MX2 title defence
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Columb switching to YZ250 for New Zealand MX2 title defence

MX2 New Zealand Motocross Champion Scott Columb will switch to a YZ250 two-stroke with the JCR Yamaha Altherm Racing team in his title defence next season.

Dates announced for second annual Desert Tri-Series in 2014
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Dates announced for second annual Desert Tri-Series in 2014

Following its successful inaugural staging, the Desert Motorcycle Club has announced the dates for the 2014 Desert Tri-Series events.

IEG investing in rider safety with Suzuki RACESAFE presence in Top End
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IEG investing in rider safety with Suzuki RACESAFE presence in Top End

International Entertainment Group (IEG) continues to invest heavily in the safety of its series' riders, contributing over $16,000 in funds to ensure an expanded presence of Suzuki RACESAFE at this weekend's dual-discipline Supercross and Superbike meeting at Darwin's Hidden Valley Raceway.

Ferris secures 450 seat with Dixon Yamaha for 2014 MXGP season
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Ferris secures 450 seat with Dixon Yamaha for 2014 MXGP season

Australian Dean Ferris has secured a ride to contest the 2014 MXGP World Championship, remaining with Dixon Yamaha in his switch to the YZ450F.

KTM Dirt Days events return for fourth consecutive year
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KTM Dirt Days events return for fourth consecutive year

The KTM Dirt Days events are now in their fourth consecutive year.

Dack reflects on championship-winning foray into off-road racing
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Dack reflects on championship-winning foray into off-road racing

CDR Yamaha's Craig Dack is celebrating the team's first Australian Off-Road Championship in what was the powerhouse Motocross outfit's maiden season of Enduro competition.

Speed and Style officially confirmed for Australian Supercross Championship
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Speed and Style officially confirmed for Australian Supercross Championship

X-Games gold, silver and bronze medallist Blake 'Bilko' Williams will be the man to beat when Speed and Style makes its Australian debut at this weekend's opening round of the 2013 Milwaukee presents the Terex Australian Supercross Championships.

Styke targets top five after securing grand prix deal for 2014
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Styke targets top five after securing grand prix deal for 2014

Australian MX2 Motocross Champion Luke Styke will seek a top five result when he makes his FIM Motocross World Championship debut with Kemea Reytec van de Laar Yamaha in 2014.

Russell takes Unadilla GNCC win, Australia's Strang third
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Russell takes Unadilla GNCC win, Australia's Strang third

KTM rider Kailub Russell has taken his fourth consecutive AMSOIL Grand National Cross Country race win at Unadilla Raceway in New Berlin.

Phillips claims Junior world title as EWC concludes in France
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Phillips claims Junior world title as EWC concludes in France

Australia's Matt Phillips was amongst of a host of new champions crowned as the 2013 Maxxis Enduro World Championship came to a head on a weather-affected weekend in France.

Simpson and Herlings take wins at Lierop MX GP finale
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Simpson and Herlings take wins at Lierop MX GP finale

Difficult and demanding track conditions produced a new MX1 class winner at the final grand prix of the FIM World Motocross Championship at Lierop in the Netherlands.

Rutledge claims breakthrough WMX round victory in Slovakia
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Rutledge claims breakthrough WMX round victory in Slovakia

Australia's Meghan Rutledge has scored a breakthrough maiden FIM WMX World Championship win at the season finale in Senkvice, Slovakia.

CDR Yamaha's Milner crowned 2013 Australian Off-Road Champion
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CDR Yamaha's Milner crowned 2013 Australian Off-Road Champion

CDR Yamaha's Daniel Milner has claimed the outright 2013 Australian Off-Road Championship title on the back of a convincing performance at the series' final two rounds at Dungog in New South Wales.

Dungog to host double-sprint finale to 2013 AORC
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Dungog to host double-sprint finale to 2013 AORC

CDR Yamaha's Daniel Milner takes a handy points lead to this weekend's final dual-round event on the Yamaha Australian Off Road Championship calendar at Dungog, north of Newcastle.

Pirelli riders sweep trio of 2013 MX Nationals championships
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Pirelli riders sweep trio of 2013 MX Nationals championships

Pirelli-shod riders have rounded out a dominant season for the brand by claiming a clean sweep of MX1, MX2 and MXD class titles in the 2013 Monster Energy MX Nationals.

World MX Championship to conclude on sands of Lierop this weekend
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World MX Championship to conclude on sands of Lierop this weekend

The sandy Dutch circuit of Lierop will host the 17th and final grand prix on the FIM World Motocross Championship calendar this weekend.

Harwood targets MX2 seat for 2014 MX Nationals campaign
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Harwood targets MX2 seat for 2014 MX Nationals campaign

CMR Red Bull KTM's Hamish Harwood is targeting an MX2 seat for the 2014 Monster Energy MX Nationals, Australian Motocross Championship.

Hart supportive of Reed's decision to continue with TwoTwo in 2014
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Hart supportive of Reed's decision to continue with TwoTwo in 2014

RCH Racing team co-owner Carey Hart has spoken out about his near-signing of Chad Reed for 2014, ultimately wishing the Australian well as he opts to continue with TwoTwo Motorsports.

Mackenzie content with top three position in 2013 MX Nationals
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Mackenzie content with top three position in 2013 MX Nationals

CDR Yamaha's Billy Mackenzie has credited his 2013 Monster Energy MX Nationals title run a success after sealing third overall in the series in MX1 at Coolum last weekend.

Peick confirmed at Carlton Dry Honda, eyes Pro Open title
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Peick confirmed at Carlton Dry Honda, eyes Pro Open title

Carlton Dry Honda Racing has confirmed it will field American rider Weston Peick in the Pro Open class for the 2013 Australian Supercross Championship which begins next week.

September 2013 edition of Motocross Illustrated now online
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September 2013 edition of Motocross Illustrated now online

The latest issue of Motocross Illustrated is online and its another cracking issue.

Twyerould predicts dark horse performance from Gibbs in ASX
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Twyerould predicts dark horse performance from Gibbs in ASX

Motorex KTM team manager Rob Twyerould believes an in-form Kirk Gibbs could surprise in his debut Pro Open Australian Supercross Championsip (ASX) campaign after an impressive showing in pre-season testing.

Final MXD round win caps off strong second half for Wilson
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Final MXD round win caps off strong second half for Wilson

GYTR Yamaha's Jay Wilson identifies the mid-season break as a turning point in his 2013 Monster Energy MX Nationals MXD campaign, with a refreshed approach and new goals leading to an immensely-successful second half of the season.

Husqvarna announces limited-time promotional pricing for 2013 TE 310 R
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Husqvarna announces limited-time promotional pricing for 2013 TE 310 R

Husqvarna has announced limited-time promotional savings on its enduro middleweight 2013 TE 310 R, slashing $2,700 off the manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP).