Moto Racing

 motorcycle racing, the recreational and competitive use of motorcycles, a sport practiced by both professionals and amateurs on roads, tracks, closed circuits, and natural terrain. The development of motorcycling largely paralleled and often coincided with the development of automobile sports.

Motorcycle racing (also known as moto racing and motorbike racing) is a motorcycle sport involving racing motorcycles. Motorcycle racing can be divided into two categories, tarmac-based road disciplines and off-road.

The first motorcycle was sold in 1894, a product of Germany, while the first race—of about 400 km—was held in France only a few years later.

Motorcycle riding requires riders to be constantly vigilant with their surroundings. Engaging the many obstacles like pedestrians and even trucks require agile mental faculties.

Motorcycle racing in North America began in 1903 with the formation of the Federation of American Motorcyclists in New York City. By 1924 this society evolved into the still-active American Motorcycle Association. Since 1937 the Daytona 200-mile (320-kilometre) race has been the leading U.S. race.

Sportekz, describes the factors that affect the price/value of a racing bike. Standard motorbikes can range in price at the maximum between $125,000 and $300,000.

Advantages and Disadvantages of Motor Bikes

Advantage: Less Gas. ...

Advantage: Less Repairs. ...

Advantage: Parking. ...

Advantage: Traffic. ...

Advantage: Cheaper Licensing and Taxes. ...

Disadvantage: Personal Safety. ...

Disadvantage: Other Drivers. ...

Disadvantage: Seating and Room.

Riding a motorcycle brings a sense of calm and ease to your mind and body, which could be achieved otherwise only through meditation. Also, many riders refer to their bike as their therapist, as motorcycles make you feel energised and refreshed after each ride.

The results found that when riding, the subjects experienced increased sensory focus and resilience to distraction. Riding also produced an increase in adrenaline levels and heart rate, and a decrease in cortisol levels—the kind of results you often get after a light exercise session, which also is a stress reducer.

The sport of cycling consists of professional and amateur races, which are held mostly in continental Europe, the United States, and Asia. The recreational use of the bicycle is widespread in Europe and the United States.

The Daimler Reitwagen

The Daimler Reitwagen is widely considered as the world's first true motorcycle. Gottlieb Daimler is often referred to as “the father of the motorcycle” because of this invention and it was his son, Paul, who rode it for the first time in November 1885.

The Isle of Man TT or Tourist Trophy races are an annual motorcycle racing event run on the Isle of Man in May/June of most years since its inaugural race in 1907. The event is often called one of the most dangerous racing events in the world as many competitors have died.

The costs of becoming a part of this enthralling experience can, however, be prohibitive. It can cost anywhere from $2,000 to $20,000+ to race motocross. The majority of the cost comes from purchasing a dirt bike, buying accessory equipment & gear, maintaining the dirt bike, rebuilding engines, and paying race fees.

The price tag on what you need to compete can give a true sense of the seriousness of the sport's participants. A brand-new, complete Late Model racecar will cost a racer approximately $34,000 without an engine. An engine to run IMCA races, as is most common in Eastern Iowa, will cost on average $20,000, Eckrich said.

Valentino Rossi

Valentino Rossi (/ˈrɒsi/; Italian: [valenˈtiːno ˈrossi]; born 16 February 1979) is an Italian former professional motorcycle road racer and nine-time Grand Prix motorcycle racing World Champion.

The top 10 MotoGP riders of all time

1 Valentino Rossi. (David Davies/PA) ...

2 Giacomo Agostini. (Jeremy Durkin/PA) ...

3 Marc Marquez. (Bradley Collyer/PA) ...

4 Mick Doohan. (Derek Cox/PA) ...

5 Mike Hailwood. (PA) ...

6 John Surtees. (PA) ...

8 Kenny Roberts. (John Stillwell/PA) ...

9 Casey Stoner. (Rui Vieira/PA)

To do motor racing you need a kart or car and these are not cheap. But it's the fixing and maintenance that really adds up, add on the cost of getting your car to races and fuel, then things really start to add up. Also the further you rise through the ranks of motor racing, the more expensive the cars get.