Podcast appearances and mentions of toby moody

As we've discussed many times on the show, commentary is THE most divisive subject among race fans. We all have our favourites, many yearn for the old days, and make no mistake it's not a job I fancy as my skin is nowhere near thick enough! Thankfully my guest this week is the one of the most recognisable and best loved voices in motorcycle racing over the last 20 years and more. From WorldSBK to MotoGP, and forming iconic commentary partnerships with Keith Huewen and Toby Moody along the way, this fine man was the mainstay of World level motorcycle racing as co-commentator to some of the defining moments in our sports history and it was a real pleasure to sit alongside him and listen to his stories.Please drop a follow on whichever platform you listen on and if you've a minute more fire in a review – the more interaction we get the more people can find us the longer we can keep this show on the road.Anyway, enough from me, settle in… this is the wonderful JULIAN RYDERSend us a text Support the showOur Patreon Page is live! https://www.patreon.com/join/9993138Off Track Merchandise: https://www.hmycustoms.co.uk/off-track-podcastRidinGraphics: https://www.instagram.com/ridingraphics/?hl=enhttps://www.facebook.com/ridingraphics/?locale=en_GBFacebook: Off Track Podcast https://www.facebook.com/OffTrackTheMotorcycleRacingPodcast/ Instagram: @offtrackpodcastukhttps://www.instagram.com/offtrackpodcastuk/Twitter: @offtrack_https://twitter.com/OffTrack_ IG: @thedaveneal | Twitter: @daveneal | Facebook: Dave Neal

On this week's episode, host Toby Moody sits down for an in-depth chat with a MotoGP legend: Sito Pons. A familiar face in the MotoGP paddock for more than 40 years, the Spaniard has achieved nearly everything possible in Grand Prix racing, winning the 205cc world title twice, managing a race-winning premier class team, working with some of the best riders in the sport's recent history, guiding Pol Espargaro to the 2013 Moto2 championship, and much more. Listen in as he discusses his incredible career - and why he's now chosen to step back from running a team. Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our app on iOS or Android Click here to join The Race Members' Club Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode, host Toby Moody sits down for an in-depth chat with a MotoGP legend: Sito Pons. A familiar face in the MotoGP paddock for more than 40 years, the Spaniard has achieved nearly everything possible in Grand Prix racing, winning the 205cc world title twice, managing a race-winning premier class team, working with some of the best riders in the sport's recent history, guiding Pol Espargaro to the 2013 Moto2 championship, and much more. Listen in as he discusses his incredible career - and why he's now chosen to step back from running a team.Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeDownload our app on iOS or AndroidClick here to join The Race Members' Club Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In our latest edition of 'Toby Talks To', host Toby Moody sits down for a chat with Carlos Checa, a rider who raced in 125s, 250s and 500s as the top class morphed into the category we know as MotoGP in 2002. The popular Spaniard opens up on the highs and lows of his career, including his two 500cc Grand Prix victories for Honda on home soil at Barcelona and Jarama, and the Superbike world title he claimed after moving on from MotoGP. He also discusses what it was like to be team mates with Valentino Rossi, and gives his opinion on countryman Marc Marquez's current plight with Honda - including his view on what he should do next...Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeDownload our app on iOS or Android Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In our latest edition of 'Toby Talks To', host Toby Moody sits down for a chat with Carlos Checa, a rider who raced in 125s, 250s and 500s as the top class morphed into the category we know as MotoGP in 2002. The popular Spaniard opens up on the highs and lows of his career, including his two 500cc Grand Prix victories for Honda on home soil at Barcelona and Jarama, and the Superbike world title he claimed after moving on from MotoGP. He also discusses what it was like to be team mates with Valentino Rossi, and gives his opinion on countryman Marc Marquez's current plight with Honda - including his view on what he should do next... Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our app on iOS or Android Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the latest of our 'Toby Talks To' interview episodes, host Toby Moody sits down for a chat with legendary Spanish journalist Manuel Pecino - a veteran of 30 years in the MotoGP paddock and a man with the inside line on everything that's going on. There's plenty of chat about the old days, of course, but also a uniquely Spanish viewpoint on the careers of several Iberian giants of the sport, including Dani Pedrosa, Jorge Lorenzo and Sete Gibernau. Pecino also shares his forthright views on Marc Marquez and Honda, discusses the joy that Valentino Rossi brought to his life, explains what he thinks MotoGP could learn from professional tennis, and regales Toby with plenty of behind the scenes paddock stories...Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeDownload our app on iOS or Android Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the latest of our 'Toby Talks To' interview episodes, host Toby Moody sits down for a chat with legendary Spanish journalist Manuel Pecino - a veteran of 30 years in the MotoGP paddock and a man with the inside line on everything that's going on. There's plenty of chat about the old days, of course, but also a uniquely Spanish viewpoint on the careers of several Iberian giants of the sport, including Dani Pedrosa, Jorge Lorenzo and Sete Gibernau. Pecino also shares his forthright views on Marc Marquez and Honda, discusses the joy that Valentino Rossi brought to his life, explains what he thinks MotoGP could learn from professional tennis, and regales Toby with plenty of behind the scenes paddock stories... Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our app on iOS or Android Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode we're delighted to bring you another ‘Toby Talks To' conversation, which this week sees host Toby Moody sit down for a lively chat with 1987 500cc world champion Wayne Gardner. In typically forthright style, Wayne talks us through his remarkable career, including how he got his move to HRC, what it was like to ride bikes that would frequently high side, and how he won the world championship in 1987.He also talks about his great rivals of the time, the role he played in bringing Mick Doohan to Honda, and why he chose to bow out of Grand Prix racing after the 1992 season, with a subsequent move into car racing.There is also chat about Casey Stoner, how Gardner nurtured his son Remy's fledgling career on bikes, and what he would change about modern MotoGP.And finally, Gardner shares his thoughts on the plight of his former team, Honda, giving his view on what needs to change to bring them back to the front. Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeDownload our app on iOS or AndroidHead over to vroom.com now to see what your current ride is worth and check out thousands of cars to find your next one! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode we're delighted to bring you another ‘Toby Talks To' conversation, which this week sees host Toby Moody sit down for a lively chat with 1987 500cc world champion Wayne Gardner.  In typically forthright style, Wayne talks us through his remarkable career, including how he got his move to HRC, what it was like to ride bikes that would frequently high side, and how he won the world championship in 1987. He also talks about his great rivals of the time, the role he played in bringing Mick Doohan to Honda, and why he chose to bow out of Grand Prix racing after the 1992 season, with a subsequent move into car racing. There is also chat about Casey Stoner, how Gardner nurtured his son Remy's fledgling career on bikes, and what he would change about modern MotoGP. And finally, Gardner shares his thoughts on the plight of his former team, Honda, giving his view on what needs to change to bring them back to the front.  Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our app on iOS or Android Head over to vroom.com now to see what your current ride is worth and check out thousands of cars to find your next one! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode of The Race MotoGP podcast, Toby Moody speaks to Stuart Pringle, managing director of Silverstone circuit and the man responsible for running both the Formula 1 AND MotoGP British Grands Prix. During this Toby Talks To chat, Pringle gives his verdict on this year's well-attended F1 Grand Prix at the track, before going on to explain how staging a MotoGP race differs from staging cars. He also talks about adapting the track for bike racing, dealing with Dorna and Liberty Media, the Circuit of Wales fiasco, and gives his view on why MotoGP shouldn't be afraid to borrow from the F1 playbook. And finally, he responds to criticism from some fans about recent developments at Silverstone.Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeDownload our app on iOS or Android Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode of The Race MotoGP podcast, Toby Moody speaks to Stuart Pringle, managing director of Silverstone circuit and the man responsible for running both the Formula 1 AND MotoGP British Grands Prix. During this Toby Talks To chat, Pringle gives his verdict on this year's well-attended F1 Grand Prix at the track, before going on to explain how staging a MotoGP race differs from staging cars. He also talks about adapting the track for bike racing, dealing with Dorna and Liberty Media, the Circuit of Wales fiasco, and gives his view on why MotoGP shouldn't be afraid to borrow from the F1 playbook. And finally, he responds to criticism from some fans about recent developments at Silverstone. Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our app on iOS or Android Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the latest edition of Toby Talks To, Toby Moody sits down for an in-depth chat with Simone Battistella, long-time rider manager to the likes of MotoGP legend Andrea Dovizioso and Superbike World Champion Alvaro Bautista. They discuss how Simone got into rider management before diving into some of the specifics of the job: How a contract is negotiated, how bonuses are structured, the setting up secret meetings, and even the influence of pushy parents. They also talk about ‘get out clauses' in contracts, particularly in relation to Marc Marquez's situation at Honda, with Simone giving his opinion on what the Spaniard should do next. There are also some great stories about managing ‘Dovi', including ones about the clandestine meeting at the beginning of his MotoGP journey with Ducati, the inside story of their divorce, and the parties that followed significant moments in the Italian's career...Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeDownload our app on iOS or Android Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the latest edition of Toby Talks To, Toby Moody sits down for an in-depth chat with Simone Battistella, long-time rider manager to the likes of MotoGP legend Andrea Dovizioso and Superbike World Champion Alvaro Bautista. They discuss how Simone got into rider management before diving into some of the specifics of the job: How a contract is negotiated, how bonuses are structured, the setting up secret meetings, and even the influence of pushy parents.  They also talk about ‘get out clauses' in contracts, particularly in relation to Marc Marquez's situation at Honda, with Simone giving his opinion on what the Spaniard should do next.  There are also some great stories about managing ‘Dovi', including ones about the clandestine meeting at the beginning of his MotoGP journey with Ducati, the inside story of their divorce, and the parties that followed significant moments in the Italian's career... Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our app on iOS or Android Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's podcast, Toby Moody returns for an extended chat with Chaz Davies, World Supersport champion, a race winner 32 times in World Superbikes, and a regular for many years in Grand Prix racing. The popular Welsh rider discusses why he was always likely to get into motorcycle racing, cutting his teeth alongside the likes of Casey Stoner and Cal Crutchlow as a teenager, racing under Alberto Puig, and getting onto the Grand Prix grid at just 15 years of age.Along the way he recounts his unforgettable debut in Suzuka, why he only spent a year racing 125s, the amazing story of how he had to sit his school exams above a pit box at Mugello, and his eventual move to racing in America - a move he believes was the making of him.He also reminisces about his incredibly daunting short-notice MotoGP debut at Laguna Seca in 2007, the crowning glory of becoming Supersport world champion in 2011, and his spectacular World Superbike career. Plus, there's chat about his retirement from racing, his current life as a rider coach, and what's in his personal bike collection…Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeDownload our app on iOS or Android Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's podcast, Toby Moody returns for an extended chat with Chaz Davies, World Supersport champion, a race winner 32 times in World Superbikes, and a regular for many years in Grand Prix racing.  The popular Welsh rider discusses why he was always likely to get into motorcycle racing, cutting his teeth alongside the likes of Casey Stoner and Cal Crutchlow as a teenager, racing under Alberto Puig, and getting onto the Grand Prix grid at just 15 years of age. Along the way he recounts his unforgettable debut in Suzuka, why he only spent a year racing 125s, the amazing story of how he had to sit his school exams above a pit box at Mugello, and his eventual move to racing in America - a move he believes was the making of him. He also reminisces about his incredibly daunting short-notice MotoGP debut at Laguna Seca in 2007, the crowning glory of becoming Supersport world champion in 2011, and his spectacular World Superbike career.  Plus, there's chat about his retirement from racing, his current life as a rider coach, and what's in his personal bike collection… Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our app on iOS or Android Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The latest episode in our 'Toby talks' interview series sees Toby Moody sit down for a chat with old friend Sylvain Guintoli, a world champion in two different categories (World Superbike and Endurance World Championship) and a man who has raced and tested MotoGP bikes extensively.In typical jovial style, the Frenchman discusses the highs and lows of his career; his start in 250s, his move into MotoGP, his short spell in British Superbikes, his championship-winning campaign in World Superbikes, and his latter day move into MotoGP punditry.Along the way there are amusing stories behind the various deals he's signed over the years, anecdotes about overtaking Valentino Rossi on home soil, and a vivid description of what it takes to get a MotoGP bike off the line quickly. Amongst other things, there's also discussion about his crucial role developing Suzuki's 2020 title-winning MotoGP bike, whether countryman Johan Zarco will ever win a MotoGP race, and what makes Marc Marquez so special.Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeDownload our brand-new app on iOS or AndroidEmail the show via podcasts@the-race.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The latest episode in our 'Toby talks' interview series sees Toby Moody sit down for a chat with old friend Sylvain Guintoli, a world champion in two different categories (World Superbike and Endurance World Championship) and a man who has raced and tested MotoGP bikes extensively. In typical jovial style, the Frenchman discusses the highs and lows of his career; his start in 250s, his move into MotoGP, his short spell in British Superbikes, his championship-winning campaign in World Superbikes, and his latter day move into MotoGP punditry. Along the way there are amusing stories behind the various deals he's signed over the years, anecdotes about overtaking Valentino Rossi on home soil, and a vivid description of what it takes to get a MotoGP bike off the line quickly. Amongst other things, there's also discussion about his crucial role developing Suzuki's 2020 title-winning MotoGP bike, whether countryman Johan Zarco will ever win a MotoGP race, and what makes Marc Marquez so special. Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our brand-new app on iOS or Android Email the show via podcasts@the-race.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the latest episode of our series of in-depth conversations with paddock people, host Toby Moody sits down for a wide-ranging chat with former Suzuki MotoGP team principal (and current team principal of the Yamaha factory World Superbike squad) Paul Denning. They discuss the differences between managing teams in MotoGP and World Superbikes, as well as the subtle cultural differences between the different Japanese marques Denning has worked for. Denning also goes in to depth on securing the iconic Rizla sponsorship, the merits of Kenny Roberts Jr and John Hopkins as riders, and why things didn't work out for Ben Spies at Suzuki. He also talks at length about his star rider in WSB, Toprak Razgatlioglu, explaining what makes him so special before answering the question every fan wants to know about if and when he'll make the switch to MotoGP.Denning also explains what it was like to go from watching riders like Loris Capirossi on TV to becoming his boss, reveals which riders he came very close to signing to Suzuki, and reminisces on his standout moments in MotoGP, including Chris Vermeulen's victory at Le Mans in 2007. Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeDownload our app on iOS or Android Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the latest episode of our series of in-depth conversations with paddock people, host Toby Moody sits down for a wide-ranging chat with former Suzuki MotoGP team principal (and current team principal of the Yamaha factory World Superbike squad) Paul Denning.  They discuss the differences between managing teams in MotoGP and World Superbikes, as well as the subtle cultural differences between the different Japanese marques Denning has worked for.  Denning also goes in to depth on securing the iconic Rizla sponsorship, the merits of Kenny Roberts Jr and John Hopkins as riders, and why things didn't work out for Ben Spies at Suzuki.  He also talks at length about his star rider in WSB, Toprak Razgatlioglu, explaining what makes him so special before answering the question every fan wants to know about if and when he'll make the switch to MotoGP. Denning also explains what it was like to go from watching riders like Loris Capirossi on TV to becoming his boss, reveals which riders he came very close to signing to Suzuki, and reminisces on his standout moments in MotoGP, including Chris Vermeulen's victory at Le Mans in 2007.  Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our app on iOS or Android Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the second episode of our series of in-depth conversations with paddock people, renowned MotoGP engineer Tom Jojic returns to the podcast for a wide-ranging discussion with host Toby Moody on a variety of topics affecting the grid in 2023. Toby and Tom discuss the latest aero trends in MotoGP and what 2023's race weekend format changes mean for engineers, before diving into how both have potentially contributed to Pecco Bagnaia's recent habit of falling off his bike. They also discuss MotoGP's ‘electronic war' and whether this is contributing to riders, like Bagnaia, struggling to ‘feel' their bikes.There's also chat about whether it's time for Yamaha to ditch their inline-four engine for a V4 and how the Mooney VR46 team can keep their great start to the season going.Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeDownload our app on iOS or AndroidStart making your financial dreams a reality with Chime. Get started at chime.com/theraceRight now, get up to 50% off that Mother's Day gift she will love at bluenile.comTo get 15% off MUD/WTR go to mudwtr.com/therace to support the show and use code THERACE for 15% off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the second episode of our series of in-depth conversations with paddock people, renowned MotoGP engineer Tom Jojic returns to the podcast for a wide-ranging discussion with host Toby Moody on a variety of topics affecting the grid in 2023.  Toby and Tom discuss the latest aero trends in MotoGP and what 2023's race weekend format changes mean for engineers, before diving into how both have potentially contributed to Pecco Bagnaia's recent habit of falling off his bike.  They also discuss MotoGP's ‘electronic war' and whether this is contributing to riders, like Bagnaia, struggling to ‘feel' their bikes. There's also chat about whether it's time for Yamaha to ditch their inline-four engine for a V4 and how the Mooney VR46 team can keep their great start to the season going. Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our app on iOS or Android Start making your financial dreams a reality with Chime. Get started at chime.com/therace Right now, get up to 50% off that Mother's Day gift she will love at bluenile.com To get 15% off MUD/WTR go to mudwtr.com/therace to support the show and use code THERACE for 15% off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's podcast sees Toby Moody return for the first in a special series of extended interviews with legendary characters from Grand Prix racing, and who better to start with than Jeremy McWilliams?The Belfast-born rider developed a reputation as a fierce competitor in 250s, 500s and MotoGP, and still has an enormous appetite for racing today - as evidenced by the fact he's still competing aged 59!On this show he talks about breaking into Grand Prix racing in 1993, why he moved back and forth between 250s and 500s over the course of his career, his memorable win at Assen in 2001, the famous pole he scored for Team Roberts at Phillip Island in 2002, and what he learned racing against Valentino Rossi.He also discusses his late career move into road racing, shares his thoughts on the introduction of sprint races, and explains why he's not against the proliferation of wings and other aero devices in modern MotoGP.Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeDownload our brand-new app on iOS or AndroidEmail your questions or comments to podcasts@the-race.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's podcast sees Toby Moody return for the first in a special series of extended interviews with legendary characters from Grand Prix racing, and who better to start with than Jeremy McWilliams? The Belfast-born rider developed a reputation as a fierce competitor in 250s, 500s and MotoGP, and still has an enormous appetite for racing today - as evidenced by the fact he's still competing aged 59! On this show he talks about breaking into Grand Prix racing in 1993, why he moved back and forth between 250s and 500s over the course of his career, his memorable win at Assen in 2001, the famous pole he scored for Team Roberts at Phillip Island in 2002, and what he learned racing against Valentino Rossi. He also discusses his late career move into road racing, shares his thoughts on the introduction of sprint races, and explains why he's not against the proliferation of wings and other aero devices in modern MotoGP. Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our brand-new app on iOS or Android Email your questions or comments to podcasts@the-race.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the final episode of our off-season podcasts with renowned MotoGP engineer Tom Jojic, we turn the floor over to you, as Tom and host Toby Moody take on the burning technical questions you want answering.Included in the selection are questions about how fans can identify and appreciate different riding styles, whether thumb throttles might become a reality, and whether Aprillia might struggle in 2023 because of a loss of concessions.Tom also opines on the future of inline-four engines in the sport, goes deep on the subject of frame flex, and discusses Yamaha's lack of satellite teams and how that impacts their development.Got a question for the show? Send a voicenote to podcasts@the-race.comFollow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeDownload our app on iOS or AndroidFor MotoGP news, analysis and must-read features visit the-race.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the final episode of our off-season podcasts with renowned MotoGP engineer Tom Jojic, we turn the floor over to you, as Tom and host Toby Moody take on the burning technical questions you want answering. Included in the selection are questions about how fans can identify and appreciate different riding styles, whether thumb throttles might become a reality, and whether Aprillia might struggle in 2023 because of a loss of concessions. Tom also opines on the future of inline-four engines in the sport, goes deep on the subject of frame flex, and discusses Yamaha's lack of satellite teams and how that impacts their development. Got a question for the show? Send a voicenote to podcasts@the-race.com Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our app on iOS or Android For MotoGP news, analysis and must-read features visit the-race.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, in the second episode of a special five-part series, host Toby Moody is joined once again by renowned MotoGP engineer Tom Jojic for a deep dive into MotoGP's popular 990 era.Grand Prix racing's premier class officially became known as MotoGP in 2002, as sweeping new rules and regulations were introduced that brought 990cc four-stroke bikes onto the grid. The era would run until the end of 2006, during which time we were treated to some incredible bikes, the introduction of amazing new technology, classic rivalries, a tyre war, new races in new locations, and the unstoppable rise of Valentino Rossi. Our hosting duo dive into all of the above, plus discuss the origins of the 990 formula, look at the key technical differences between the leading manufacturers throughout the era, and weigh in on other key changes, like the introduction of flag-to-flag wet races. And as if that wasn't enough, Tom takes listeners inside the world of Team Roberts - the team he was working for at the time - as they joined forces with the likes of KTM and (thrillingly for Tom) Honda. Got a question for the show? Send a voicenote to podcasts@the-race.comFollow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeDownload our brand-new app on iOS or AndroidFor MotoGP news, analysis and must-read features visit the-race.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, in the second episode of a special five-part series, host Toby Moody is joined once again by renowned MotoGP engineer Tom Jojic for a deep dive into MotoGP's popular 990 era. Grand Prix racing's premier class officially became known as MotoGP in 2002, as sweeping new rules and regulations were introduced that brought 990cc four-stroke bikes onto the grid. The era would run until the end of 2006, during which time we were treated to some incredible bikes, the introduction of amazing new technology, classic rivalries, a tyre war, new races in new locations, and the unstoppable rise of Valentino Rossi.  Our hosting duo dive into all of the above, plus discuss the origins of the 990 formula, look at the key technical differences between the leading manufacturers throughout the era, and weigh in on other key changes, like the introduction of flag-to-flag wet races.  And as if that wasn't enough, Tom takes listeners inside the world of Team Roberts - the team he was working for at the time - as they joined forces with the likes of KTM and (thrillingly for Tom) Honda.  Got a question for the show? Send a voicenote to podcasts@the-race.com Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our brand-new app on iOS or Android For MotoGP news, analysis and must-read features visit the-race.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Toby Moody presents the first episode of a special five-part series with renowned MotoGP engineer Tom Jojic.This week, the focus is on Ducati's domination of the 2022 season and how big an influence their mastery of aerodynamics played in their success.As we go in-depth, we'll be talking downforce vs drag, the relationship between horsepower and aero on top speed, drive grip, torque control, anti-wheelie and much more.Plus, Tom explains why the radical lean angles attained in MotoGP make aerodynamic development so tricky and gives his own fascinating take into Ducati's key performance differentiator. Got a question for the show? Send a voicenote to podcasts@the-race.comFollow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeDownload our brand-new app on iOS or AndroidFor MotoGP news, analysis and must-read features visit the-race.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Toby Moody presents the first episode of a special five-part series with renowned MotoGP engineer Tom Jojic. This week, the focus is on Ducati's domination of the 2022 season and how big an influence their mastery of aerodynamics played in their success. As we go in-depth, we'll be talking downforce vs drag, the relationship between horsepower and aero on top speed, drive grip, torque control, anti-wheelie and much more. Plus, Tom explains why the radical lean angles attained in MotoGP make aerodynamic development so tricky and gives his own fascinating take into Ducati's key performance differentiator.  Got a question for the show? Send a voicenote to podcasts@the-race.com Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our brand-new app on iOS or Android For MotoGP news, analysis and must-read features visit the-race.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is MotoGP too reliant on Valentino Rossi's legacy for its current-day promotion?That is the topic of discussion in the latest edition of The Race MotoGP Podcast, with host Toby Moody joined by the usual cast of Simon Patterson and Valentin Khorounzhiy.Was series promoter Dorna too keen on accentuating Rossi's presence in the Valencia season finale - where protege Pecco Bagnaia took the title - and just how much is Rossi's absence hurting the championship?And is there anybody already on the grid who can pick up the mantle as the series' transcendent star?The crew discuss all those questions, and also pitch a potential rivalry that could emulate Rossi's famous feuds and boost MotoGP's fortunes.Got a question for the show? Send a voicenote to podcasts@the-race.comFollow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeDownload our brand-new app on iOS or AndroidFor MotoGP news, analysis and must-read features visit the-race.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is MotoGP too reliant on Valentino Rossi's legacy for its current-day promotion? That is the topic of discussion in the latest edition of The Race MotoGP Podcast, with host Toby Moody joined by the usual cast of Simon Patterson and Valentin Khorounzhiy. Was series promoter Dorna too keen on accentuating Rossi's presence in the Valencia season finale - where protege Pecco Bagnaia took the title - and just how much is Rossi's absence hurting the championship? And is there anybody already on the grid who can pick up the mantle as the series' transcendent star? The crew discuss all those questions, and also pitch a potential rivalry that could emulate Rossi's famous feuds and boost MotoGP's fortunes. Got a question for the show? Send a voicenote to podcasts@the-race.com Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our brand-new app on iOS or Android For MotoGP news, analysis and must-read features visit the-race.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode of The Race MotoGP Podcast we have a feature-length interview with rider-turned-team manager Johan Stigefelt. Speaking from his home in Sweden to hosts Toby Moody and Simon Patterson, ‘Stiggy' - as he is popularly known in the paddock - opens up on a range of topics, including the transition from once racing against Valentino Rossi to being his team boss at Petronas Yamaha, to now being involved in running the VR46 outfit.Stigefelt also discusses running teams at almost every level of racing, from World Supersport to MotoGP, and opens up about what it was like to work with Fabio Quartararo and why he feels Frankie Morbidelli deserved the world title he was denied in 2020.And finally, the Swede gives a forthright assessment of his ‘messy' split with former Petronas Yamaha partner Razlan Razali, explaining why it almost caused him to lose his passion for the sport and walk away from MotoGP for good.Got a question for the show? Send a voicenote to podcasts@the-race.comFollow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeDownload our brand-new app on iOS or AndroidFor MotoGP news, analysis and must-read features visit the-race.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode of The Race MotoGP Podcast we have a feature-length interview with rider-turned-team manager Johan Stigefelt. Speaking from his home in Sweden to hosts Toby Moody and Simon Patterson, ‘Stiggy' - as he is popularly known in the paddock - opens up on a range of topics, including the transition from once racing against Valentino Rossi to being his team boss at Petronas Yamaha, to now being involved in running the VR46 outfit. Stigefelt also discusses running teams at almost every level of racing, from World Supersport to MotoGP, and opens up about what it was like to work with Fabio Quartararo and why he feels Frankie Morbidelli deserved the world title he was denied in 2020. And finally, the Swede gives a forthright assessment of his ‘messy' split with former Petronas Yamaha partner Razlan Razali, explaining why it almost caused him to lose his passion for the sport and walk away from MotoGP for good. Got a question for the show? Send a voicenote to podcasts@the-race.com Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our brand-new app on iOS or Android For MotoGP news, analysis and must-read features visit the-race.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2022 MotoGP season featured the biggest swing in championship battle fortunes in series history and a host of underdog contenders mounting surprise challenges.So ranking the top 10 riders of the year is a tough ask - one that Toby Moody, Simon Patterson, Valentin Khorounzhiy and Matt Beer attempt in the latest episode of The Race MotoGP Podcast. And what they come up with is VERY different to the championship positions.Listen to the debate in full, including plenty of forthright arguments over riders that didn't even make the top 10 cut...Got a question for the show? Send a voicenote to podcasts@the-race.comFollow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeDownload our brand-new app on iOS or AndroidFor MotoGP news, analysis and must-read features visit the-race.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The 2022 MotoGP season featured the biggest swing in championship battle fortunes in series history and a host of underdog contenders mounting surprise challenges. So ranking the top 10 riders of the year is a tough ask - one that Toby Moody, Simon Patterson, Valentin Khorounzhiy and Matt Beer attempt in the latest episode of The Race MotoGP Podcast. And what they come up with is VERY different to the championship positions. Listen to the debate in full, including plenty of forthright arguments over riders that didn't even make the top 10 cut... Got a question for the show? Send a voicenote to podcasts@the-race.com Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our brand-new app on iOS or Android For MotoGP news, analysis and must-read features visit the-race.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Official MotoGP track action signed off for 2022 with a single post-season test day in Valencia, with Japanese giants Honda and Yamaha both failing to impress.Honda's lead rider Marc Marquez saw insufficient progress from his RC213V bike, while Yamaha's hoped-for and expected engine gains were suddenly nowhere to be seen.Toby Moody is joined by Simon Patterson and Valentin Khorounzhiy to discuss the feedback from the test along with how riders getting their first taste of new machinery fared.They find themselves particularly impressed with Miguel Oliveira's Aprilia debut and discuss what looked like a pair of low-key Honda baptisms for Joan Mir and Alex Rins.Finally, they tackle the question of whether or not champion Pecco Bagnaia should switch to number one next year.Got a question for the show? Send a voicenote to podcasts@the-race.comFollow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeDownload our brand-new app on iOS or AndroidFor MotoGP news, analysis and must-read features visit the-race.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Official MotoGP track action signed off for 2022 with a single post-season test day in Valencia, with Japanese giants Honda and Yamaha both failing to impress. Honda's lead rider Marc Marquez saw insufficient progress from his RC213V bike, while Yamaha's hoped-for and expected engine gains were suddenly nowhere to be seen. Toby Moody is joined by Simon Patterson and Valentin Khorounzhiy to discuss the feedback from the test along with how riders getting their first taste of new machinery fared. They find themselves particularly impressed with Miguel Oliveira's Aprilia debut and discuss what looked like a pair of low-key Honda baptisms for Joan Mir and Alex Rins. Finally, they tackle the question of whether or not champion Pecco Bagnaia should switch to number one next year. Got a question for the show? Send a voicenote to podcasts@the-race.com Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our brand-new app on iOS or Android For MotoGP news, analysis and must-read features visit the-race.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming into the 2022 MotoGP title showdown, Yamaha is hoping to end up on the other side of the kind of last-race drama that denied it and Valentino Rossi the 2006 crown.But how much encouragement can Fabio Quartararo really take from the late Nicky Hayden's triumph, and what is his likeliest path to a decidedly unlikely second championship this year?Toby Moody is joined by Valentin Khorounzhiy and Simon Patterson to discuss MotoGP's history of last-race title turnarounds, and why there is another example that's more relevant to Quartararo's hopes of defeating Pecco Bagnaia than the 2006 finale.They also talk about the battle for third place in the standings between Aleix Espargaro and Enea Bastianini, and the state of Honda's bid to avoid the ignominy of finishing last in MotoGP's constructors standings for the first time ever.Finally, they discuss the idea of safety cars in MotoGP and the current state of wet-weather racing in the series.Got a question for the show? Send a voicenote to podcasts@the-race.comFollow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeDownload our brand-new app on iOS or AndroidFor MotoGP news, analysis and must-read features visit the-race.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Coming into the 2022 MotoGP title showdown, Yamaha is hoping to end up on the other side of the kind of last-race drama that denied it and Valentino Rossi the 2006 crown. But how much encouragement can Fabio Quartararo really take from the late Nicky Hayden's triumph, and what is his likeliest path to a decidedly unlikely second championship this year? Toby Moody is joined by Valentin Khorounzhiy and Simon Patterson to discuss MotoGP's history of last-race title turnarounds, and why there is another example that's more relevant to Quartararo's hopes of defeating Pecco Bagnaia than the 2006 finale. They also talk about the battle for third place in the standings between Aleix Espargaro and Enea Bastianini, and the state of Honda's bid to avoid the ignominy of finishing last in MotoGP's constructors standings for the first time ever. Finally, they discuss the idea of safety cars in MotoGP and the current state of wet-weather racing in the series. Got a question for the show? Send a voicenote to podcasts@the-race.com Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our brand-new app on iOS or Android For MotoGP news, analysis and must-read features visit the-race.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Has the aero war turned MotoGP racing subpar, and what can be done to recapture the glorious duels of seasons past?This is the main topic of discussion in the latest episode of The Race MotoGP Podcast, featuring host Toby Moody, Simon Patterson and Valentin Khorounzhiy.The quality of racing across the 2022 season and the impact and aesthetics of the aero appendages are touched upon, while Simon offers an important update on Michelin's development of its next MotoGP front tyre.The trio also look forward to the final three venues of the 2022 season, and answer a series of listener questions - such as whether Alex Marquez's move to Ducati is a potential precursor to brother Marc doing the same, and which riders on the grid are best-suited to winning on multiple bikes.Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeDownload our brand-new app on iOS or AndroidFor MotoGP news, analysis and must-read features visit the-race.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Has the aero war turned MotoGP racing subpar, and what can be done to recapture the glorious duels of seasons past? This is the main topic of discussion in the latest episode of The Race MotoGP Podcast, featuring host Toby Moody, Simon Patterson and Valentin Khorounzhiy. The quality of racing across the 2022 season and the impact and aesthetics of the aero appendages are touched upon, while Simon offers an important update on Michelin's development of its next MotoGP front tyre. The trio also look forward to the final three venues of the 2022 season, and answer a series of listener questions - such as whether Alex Marquez's move to Ducati is a potential precursor to brother Marc doing the same, and which riders on the grid are best-suited to winning on multiple bikes. Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our brand-new app on iOS or Android For MotoGP news, analysis and must-read features visit the-race.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A potentially pivotal mid-season test at Misano takes centre stage in the newest episode of The Race MotoGP Podcast.Toby Moody, Simon Patterson and Valentin Khorounzhiy discuss Marc Marquez's two-day return to action on a Honda MotoGP bike, as well as the ramifications of the apparent top speed improvement made by Yamaha with its 2023 prototype.The crew also talk about Honda keeping Takaaki Nakagami for another season with the LCR squad and the corresponding decision for Ai Ogura to remain in Moto2 for now.Finally, a batch of listener questions are answered, including on Dani Pedrosa's impact on KTM's peaks-and-valleys MotoGP trajectory and on what MotoGP should do to increase the currently paltry female presence on the grid and within its fanbase.Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeDownload our brand-new app on iOS or AndroidFor MotoGP news, analysis and must-read features visit the-race.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A potentially pivotal mid-season test at Misano takes centre stage in the newest episode of The Race MotoGP Podcast. Toby Moody, Simon Patterson and Valentin Khorounzhiy discuss Marc Marquez's two-day return to action on a Honda MotoGP bike, as well as the ramifications of the apparent top speed improvement made by Yamaha with its 2023 prototype. The crew also talk about Honda keeping Takaaki Nakagami for another season with the LCR squad and the corresponding decision for Ai Ogura to remain in Moto2 for now. Finally, a batch of listener questions are answered, including on Dani Pedrosa's impact on KTM's peaks-and-valleys MotoGP trajectory and on what MotoGP should do to increase the currently paltry female presence on the grid and within its fanbase. Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our brand-new app on iOS or Android For MotoGP news, analysis and must-read features visit the-race.com

Francesco Bagnaia's win in the Austrian GP was his third in a row - but did it do anything to make the success of Fabio Quartararo's title defence less likely?That is the central topic of the post-Red Bull Ring edition of The Race MotoGP Podcast, with host Toby Moody back and joined by Simon Patterson and Valentin Khorounzhiy.The crew discuss the quality of Quartararo's run to second place, whether there has been a change to Bagnaia and the importance of Jack Miller's role as Bagnaia's impressively loyal rear gunner.They also delve into Aleix Espargaro's weekend, as well as another brutal grand prix for both Honda - with the recovering Marc Marquez in attendance - and Suzuki, which now has Joan Mir on the injured list.Finally, Toby gives his verdict on the 2023 sprint race plans...Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeFor MotoGP news, analysis and must-read features visit the-race.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Francesco Bagnaia's win in the Austrian GP was his third in a row - but did it do anything to make the success of Fabio Quartararo's title defence less likely? That is the central topic of the post-Red Bull Ring edition of The Race MotoGP Podcast, with host Toby Moody back and joined by Simon Patterson and Valentin Khorounzhiy. The crew discuss the quality of Quartararo's run to second place, whether there has been a change to Bagnaia and the importance of Jack Miller's role as Bagnaia's impressively loyal rear gunner. They also delve into Aleix Espargaro's weekend, as well as another brutal grand prix for both Honda - with the recovering Marc Marquez in attendance - and Suzuki, which now has Joan Mir on the injured list. Finally, Toby gives his verdict on the 2023 sprint race plans... Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube For MotoGP news, analysis and must-read features visit the-race.com

The two contenders for the vacant Ducati 2023 MotoGP ride, Enea Bastianini and Jorge Martin, are refusing to make the decision at all simple for the Bologna factory.In the pre-Red Bull Ring of The Race MotoGP Podcast, host Toby Moody is joined by Simon Patterson and Valentin Khorounzhiy to discuss the dilemma facing Ducati, and why Bastianini and Martin are almost equally viable options despite being very different MotoGP riders.The crew also discuss the role Francesco Bagnaia's status may play in the choice, and debate what Ducati should do from not only a sporting perspective, but in terms of keeping the riders in question happy and willing to commit to its for the longer-term.A host of reader questions - including whether MotoGP riders are amiable and how much riders actually learn about rival MotoGP bikes before making a team switch - is tackled in the second half of the episode.Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeFor MotoGP news, analysis and must-read features visit the-race.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The two contenders for the vacant Ducati 2023 MotoGP ride, Enea Bastianini and Jorge Martin, are refusing to make the decision at all simple for the Bologna factory. In the pre-Red Bull Ring of The Race MotoGP Podcast, host Toby Moody is joined by Simon Patterson and Valentin Khorounzhiy to discuss the dilemma facing Ducati, and why Bastianini and Martin are almost equally viable options despite being very different MotoGP riders. The crew also discuss the role Francesco Bagnaia's status may play in the choice, and debate what Ducati should do from not only a sporting perspective, but in terms of keeping the riders in question happy and willing to commit to its for the longer-term. A host of reader questions - including whether MotoGP riders are amiable and how much riders actually learn about rival MotoGP bikes before making a team switch - is tackled in the second half of the episode. Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube For MotoGP news, analysis and must-read features visit the-race.com

As the MotoGP summer break rumbles on, The Race MotoGP Podcast returns with another listener questions special - but this time with a retro theme.The man who was for so many the voice of 800s and 990s, Toby Moody, is joined by Simon Patterson to reminisce on a golden period for motorcycle sport, with the duo answering questions on all manner of topics, including the 2002 season, the late, great Daijiro Kato and - of course - Valentino Rossi.There are also questions on the best tracks of the 800 and 990 eras that are no longer used today, the riders from that era who failed to live up to their potential, and a great hypothetical question about how Casey Stoner would have coped going up against Marc Marquez...If you'd like to submit a question for an upcoming show, send a voicenote or sound file to podcasts@the-race.com and we might answer it on the podcast!Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeFor MotoGP news, analysis and must-read features visit the-race.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the MotoGP summer break rumbles on, The Race MotoGP Podcast returns with another listener questions special - but this time with a retro theme. The man who was for so many the voice of 800s and 990s, Toby Moody, is joined by Simon Patterson to reminisce on a golden period for motorcycle sport, with the duo answering questions on all manner of topics, including the 2002 season, the late, great Daijiro Kato and - of course - Valentino Rossi. There are also questions on the best tracks of the 800 and 990 eras that are no longer used today, the riders from that era who failed to live up to their potential, and a great hypothetical question about how Casey Stoner would have coped going up against Marc Marquez... If you'd like to submit a question for an upcoming show, send a voicenote or sound file to podcasts@the-race.com and we might answer it on the podcast! Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube For MotoGP news, analysis and must-read features visit the-race.com

Toby Moody, Simon Patterson and Val Khorounzhiy tackle a range of questions submitted by our listeners about the world of MotoGP, from the rider market to the good and the bad of MotoGP Unlimited on Amazon Prime.Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeFor MotoGP news, analysis and must-read features visit the-race.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.