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Bridgestone and Saroléa to chase podium at 3rd Isle of Man TT

Bridgestone’s partnership with electric motorcycle manufacturer Saroléa continues with its third visit to the TT Zero at the Isle of Man on 8 June. Riding on two promising performances (fourth in 2014 and fifth in 2015), the all-electric Belgian motorcycle manufacturer is reaching out for the podium this year with two world class riders. Bradford’s Dean Harrison and Northern Ireland’s Lee Johnston will pilot an SP7 each, 2 bikes in 2 different colours.

3rd June 2016/by Andrew

Dunlop provides Sport Maxx BTCC tyres for Subaru TT Mountain Course record attempt

Motorsport

While Dunlop-shod riders will be bidding to break more records and win races across all two-wheeled classes at this year’s Isle of Man TT, the company’s bid for honours doesn’t end there. Dunlop has teamed up with another of the event partners, Subaru, to tackle the IOMTT Mountain course for a record-breaking attempt on four wheels.

3rd June 2016/by Andrew

Dunlop taking strong line-up into Isle of Man TT, aims to create the 133mph Club

Motorsport, Premium

The Isle of Man TT gets underway on Saturday 4 June, with a strong line-up of road racers confirmed to run on Dunlop rubber. The brand is irrevocably tied to the event having participated at every event since the first race in 1907.

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3rd June 2016/by Andrew

Registration opens for 2016 Metzeler Village Isle of Man TT campsite

Motorsport, UK News

The Metzeler Village has been confirmed for 2016, and registration is now open. The tyre brand says the special campsite will welcome bikers from all over the world, offering a front row seat to watch the races of the Isle of Man TT, held from 28 May until 10 June 2016. The Village itself will open on 2 June to coincide with the bulk of the action, closing on 11 June. Bikers can book online.

23rd October 2015/by Andrew

Avon Tyres back in Isle of Man action at Classic TT and Manx Grand Prix

Motorsport

The Isle of Man is getting ready for the roar of racing motorbikes once more. The 2015 Classic TT and Manx Grand Prix kick off this weekend, and Avon Tyres, which has a history of participation dating back to before WWII, will be there, providing tyres for the vast majority of competitors in the 500 and 350 Classic TT races. Avon Tyres Motorsport’s Steve Smith said, “Just about all competitors in the 350 and 500 races will be using Avon racing tyres, either the AM26 or AM22, or a combination of the two.”

21st August 2015/by Andrew

Dunlop riders claim 10 podiums, 3 wins, lap records

Motorsport

Dunlop’s motorsport reputation continues to be tied to the Isle of Man TT. The tyre brand supplied three winners, with a further seven podium places claimed on Dunlop rubber in 2015 – it is the most successful tyre manufacturer in the history of the races.

1st July 2015/1 Comment/by Andrew

Success for Avon in 2015 Isle of Man TT Sidecar races

Motorsport

More than 100 competitors used Avon tyres at this year’s Isle of Man TT. Competitors covered the 37.73 mile road circuit, touching 200mph on little more than country back roads, making the perfect tyre selection and setup essential. The manufacturer had its greatest taste of success in sidecar racing, sweeping the podium in both of the Sure Sidecar races.

24th June 2015/by Andrew

Hutchinson Superstock TT victory gives Metzeler back-to-back wins

Motorsport

Ian Hutchinson’s dominant victory in the RL360 Superstock TT has given tyre supplier Metzeler back to back wins. A ferocious pace was set for the race, with all of the first four riders completed the four lap event under the existing race record.

9th June 2015/by Andrew

John McGuinness supports TyreSafe message ahead of 2015 Isle of Man TT

Motorsport, UK News

Isle of Man TT legend John McGuinness has lent his support to TyreSafe’s message to fans loading their bikes up and heading to the island this week. The tyre safety organisation said that the involvement of McGuinness, who has competed in the event since 1996 and has the second most race wins in its history, “highlights the importance” of its message. While TyreSafe has been successful in recruiting supporters from within the tyre industry and from institutions such as regional police forces, this shows even further growth into the world of motorsport. The 2015 TT starts on Saturday, with tens of thousands of riders and fans descending on the island to follow the two weeks of races.

27th May 2015/by Andrew

Toyo backs Harrison Racing

Motorsport

Toyo Tires has announced that it is to back accomplished motorcycle racers, Harrison Racing. The Manx-based team will ride under Toyo team colours for the 2015 season, competing in a number of high-profile motorcycle races.

17th March 2015/by Andrew

Dunlop sponsors Isle of Man Classic TT

Motorsport

Dunlop will be official tyre partner and sponsor of the Classic TT. The manufacturer said that success at the 2014 Isle of Man TT, as well as the desire to underline the tyre manufacturer’s commitment to motorsport had informed the decision. Dunlop took 13 out of a possible 15 podium places at the Isle of Man TT.

15th August 2014/by Andrew

Dunlop chooses Dunlop tyres

Motorsport, UK News

Michael Dunlop has confirmed he will use Dunlop tyres in this year’s Isle of Man TT races. Michael Dunlop was a four-time winner at last year’s Isle of Man TT on Dunlop tyres, but since moving to BMW this year has competed on a different tyre brand. By switching back to his namesake brand of tyre on the eve of the Island’s big races, he hopes to boost his record of seven TT wins.

3rd June 2014/by Tyrepress Editors

Dunlop continues Isle of Man TT with Official Tyre Partner status

Motorsport, Premium

Dunlop will be the ‘Official Tyre Partner’ of the 2014 Isle of Man TT races, having signed a new multi-year deal. The tyre brand has competed in all but two years of the championship since its first in 1907. John McGuinness and Joey Dunlop are among the many riders to have shod their bikes with Dunlop tyres, and the manufacturer has claimed more TT wins than any other tyre brand.

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1st May 2014/by Andrew

Electric superbike to draw on Bridgestone’s tyre expertise

International News

Bridgestone has formed a technical partnership with Belgian motorcycle brand Saroléa, designer of the Saroléa SP7 electric superbike that was shown for the first time during the Speed Trophy at Belgium’s Mettet circuit on 26 April. The deal will see Bridgestone provide technical support and tyre expertise for Saroléa’s track testing and racing plans, which for 2014 include the TT Zero Challenge at the Isle of Man TT series and the FIM eRoadRacing world cup series.

30th April 2014/1 Comment/by Tyrepress Editors

Dunlop brothers join Metzeler for road racing season

Motorsport

Michael and William Dunlop have chosen to join Metzeler for the road racing season, in a line-up that includes Guy Martin and Josh Brookes. The brand’s tyres will be present on machinery from five different manufacturers: Yamaha, Suzuki, Honda, Kawasaki and BMW.

23rd April 2014/by Andrew

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