More Morning Moto News - Simon Andrews, Parrish Bullish on Brits & Riders for Health

MSS Colchester Kawasaki top rider Simon Andrews could be in some serious trouble. Andrews has admitted to three separate driving offenses which could lead him to time in prison and/or they may take away his driving license. He has pleaded guilty...and it may cost him his 2010 BSB season - idiot!

http://tinyurl.com/y9wttt4

Well-known motorcycle World Champion and journalist Steve Parrish has said that 2010 will be the year of Britain in the motorcycle racing series of the world. He expects James Toseland to get a fire under his rear and to take the WSBK paddock by storm; however, he sees Jonathan Rea as the heir apparent for the World Championship. No matter how it all goes down, British participation is heading in the right direction for him!

http://tinyurl.com/ye3pac4

The BBC has kindly placed a documentary film about the Riders for Health charity online for all to watch. The documentary is from a program called "Alvin's Guide to Good Business" and you can access it from a link after the link below. They do wonderful work and the video is worth watching!

http://tinyurl.com/ye4gry6

More Morning Moto News - Moto2 @ Valencia, Steve Parrish & Road Racerhead

Some of the Moto2 teams were also out at Velncia doing some testing. Tech 3 was there with both riders, but left early due to the terrible weather. The Tech 3 team just cannot seem to get time on a track without some inclement weather interrupting them. Both Yuki Takahashi and Raffaele de Rosa had time on the circuit. Even Herve Poncharal thinks they may be cursed...

http://tinyurl.com/yc93xcc

Steve Parrish was at an event centered around the new Capcom MotoGP 09/10 video game. So, one enterprising press attendee took some time to interview the well-known motorcycle personality. Parrish is a fixture in worldwide motorcycle racing - as if you do not already know that. He is an interesting person as well, so take some time and read this interview.

http://tinyurl.com/y9ebm2m

Over at Road Racer X, their Road Racerhead column is in the midst of wondering if the old days of Carl Fogarty will return for Great Britain - a time when English riders start winning WSBK and even dominating the sport as they once did. Well, there is a chance now considering how many riders from the U.K. are competing in the WSBK paddock in 2010.

http://tinyurl.com/yzc9hdb

Steve Parrish to Ride in Thundersprint 2010

Parrish is well-known as the BBC commentator for MotoGP (his partner was fired last week), but he is also a motorcycle racer. So, at the Thundersprint 2010 event, to be held 8 - 9 May 2010, he will race a Yamaha YZF-R1 at the event next year - and he will have fun!

http://tinyurl.com/yzqwv5y

MotoGP Commentator Charlie Cox Fired by BBC

He has faced criticism for his style of commentating, but he still got the job done. However, the suits at BBC have decided to send Cox back to his home of Australia. Steve Parrish may or may not remain, and no one knows who the BBC may replace Cox with...The BBC works like Fox TV - constant shake-ups for no obvious reason...

http://tinyurl.com/yz8vd4n

The Two Top MotoGP Columns Write About the Malaysia MotoGP Round

Steve Parrish and Matt Roberts are both well-known in the world of media covering the MotoGP Championship. Today, we have both of them writing about what Phillip Island meant to the overall championships in the three series (MotoGP, 250c.c., 125c.c.) and what we should look for in Malaysia. Rossi could take the title Sunday; Aoyama and Simoncelli are both possible 250c.c. Championship contenders; and, we all know that Simon is the 125c.c. champion, but who will be in second or third? Read both of these and you will be doing yourself a great service!

Steve Parrish: http://tinyurl.com/yh42wwx

Matt Roberts: http://tinyurl.com/ykbgjlx

Steve Parrish Gives Us a Preview of the Phillip Island MotoGP Round

So, there is still no word from Yamaha or Rossi about what exactly the problem was for him at Estoril, but he is sure it will not be that way in Australia. Lorenzo, of course, had a great race there. But, what about Stoner or Toseland? Well, read the article!

http://tinyurl.com/yjvwkcl

Steve Parrish Previews the San Marino MotoGP

If you follow motorcycle Grand Prix racing, you will know Steve Parrish. If not, you should get to know him as he is one of the foremost authorities on any new surrounding the series and has been for a long time...In this column, he highlights the championship fight and what we have to look forward to this weekend.

http://tinyurl.com/mplddt

Goodwood Festival 2009 - 1960's Era Motorcycles

On the Goodwood Motor Circuit - during 18 thru 20 September 2009 - will feature some of the brightest stars of motorcycle racing history. Expect to see Phil Read, Mick Grant, Wayne Gardner, Charlie Williams, Paul Smart, Steve Parrish and many modern stars as well. They will also hold the Barry Sheene Memorial Trophy races during the weekend. For more information, please click the link.

http://tinyurl.com/mdmcrj