Articles by Mike Ryan

Enduro-X, the unique combination of trials, enduro, motocross and supercross that was such a hit last year, is on again this Sunday, February 3. Spectators should note that the 2013 Enduro-X is being held at the Thunderdome section of Calder Park Raceway, NOT the Broadmeadows MX Park.

The worst-kept secret in Aussie motorsport has finally been made official, with Casey Stoner confirmed for a Red Bull-backed Dunlop Development Series drive in 2013.

Triumph has announced the 2013 'Rocket III Touring,' that comes with a number of long-haul accessories as standard. The latest version of the Touring model is set for local released in March.

The Repsol Honda MotoGP squad had their official unveiling at Repsol headquarters in Madrid on January 24.

Triumph has unveiled the 2013MY version of their popular Rocket III Roadster. Already boasting the World's largest production motorcycle engine, the latest Rocket III Roadster adds extra grunt by removing the torque limiter in the first three gears.

Longreach Yamaha dealer, Rod Faggotter, finished in an amazing 14th place in the motorcycle division on board his Rally Replica Yamaha YZ450F, in this year's Dakar Rally held in South America.

Cyril Despres has won the 2013 Dakar Rally, but victory for the KTM-mounted Frenchman was by no means guaranteed for the first week of the 15-day event. Despite winning only one of the 14 total stages that made up this year's Dakar, consistency and accurate navigation paid off for Despres, with this year's victory his third in four years and fifth overall.

This year's fifth running of the Honda Broadford Bike Bonanza (HBBB) is set to be the biggest ever, as interest in this event celebrating pre-1985 motorcycles continues to grow.

After a successful finish to the 2012 Moto2 season, Australia's Anthony West has renewed his contract with the Qatar-based QMMF Racing Team for 2013.

At this year's Isle of Man TT, a Chinese-made motorcycle will race for the first time - with an Aussie connection. WK Bikes, based in Hampshire, UK, will enter a Chinese-built CF Moto at this year's Lightweight TT Race, under the 'WK' brand name, which CF Moto machines are sold under in the UK.

The provisional entry list for the 2013 World Supersport Championship features the biggest range of brands in the class since 1999. 2012 champion Kenan Sofuoglu returns, along with a number of other familiar names, with two Aussies set to make their debut.

If you've ever thought about treating yourself to some fine Italian style, now is the time, as Ducati are offering savings of up to $2,000 on selected 2012 models.