HRC and Puig Hi-Tech Parts to continue successful relationship

Both Repsol Honda Team RC213Vs will continue to feature Puig Hi-Tech Parts on their windscreens.

First appearing on the windscreens of HRC’s factory MotoGP World Championship team in 2016, Puig Hi-Tech Parts and HRC are pleased to announce a two-year extension to their current fruitful collaboration. Having worked together since 2016, Puig and the Repsol Honda Team have taken three MotoGP World Championship titles, including two Triple Crowns in 2016 and 2018, together.

Based in Barcelona, Puig have been designing and manufacturing motorcycle accessories since 1964. One of the largest accessory manufacturers, Puig exports to over 60 countries and remain completely dedicated to maintaining the high standards of design and manufacturing in their accessories for both Grand Prix racers and road riders.

Puig’s use of 3D simulation technology during the development process allows for rapid experimentation to help meet the demands of racing.

“Puig Hi-Tech Parts are one of several important partners we have. They share a very similar philosophy to HRC in always striving to produce the best parts and allowing riders to make the most of their machines,” said Repsol Honda Team Manager Alberto Puig. “Already we have been able to accomplish many things with our partnership. We at HRC are very pleased to continue working together.”

“Working closely with HRC across several seasons has provided us with an opportunity to explore materials, shapes and manufacturing processes which we then apply to our accessories for road motorcycles,” reflected Joan Puig – CEO Puig Hi-Tech Parts upon signing the renewal. “I am sure that we can continue to emulate the success we have already achieved together.”

Extended until April 30th due to popular demand: €2000 off Honda Quads!

Due to popular demand we have extended our Annual Spring Sale on our Honda Quad range!

We’re offering up to €2000 off our 500cc ATV’s and €1000 off our TRX420FE.

Get the exact breakdown here:

Not only that but we’ve got 0% finance available on selected models within the range too

To secure this offer call your local Honda Authorised ATV dealership now, you can find your local dealer below, and get directions to them here

*Finance for business purposes only. Subject to credit approval and AML checks. Applicants must be 18 and over. Available on new equipment only. The 0% rate is subject to 20% equity on a 3 + 21 monthly repayment profile. Other repayment options available on request. The finance product offered under this promotion is Hire Purchase. Documentation fee (€150) and option to purchase fee apply. Terms and conditions apply. Finance provided by DLL Leasing DAC trading as DLL. Registered office: George’s Dock House, IFSC, Dublin 1. Registered Ireland 392788. Phone: 01 4814192. Discount is applicable on selected and advertised ATV models only. No other ATV models available from Honda are included in this promotion and are only available at their regular retail prices. See www.hondaireland.ie for all model details. Offer is available while stocks last only. Honda Ireland reserves the right to withdraw the offer at any time. Images are for illustrative purposes only. Offer expires on 30th April 2019 at participating Honda ATV dealerships nationwide. For the full list of Honda Authorised ATV Dealerships please visit www.hondaireland.ie/dealer-search.

ATV Spring Discounts

Our annual ATV Spring Savings are here!

To celebrate we’re offering up to €2000 off our 500cc ATV’s and €1000 off our TRX420FE.

Not only that but we’ve got 0% finance available on selected models within the range too

It’s everything you need to get the best ATV on the market this Spring.

To secure this offer call your local Honda Authorised ATV dealership now, you can find your local dealer below, and get directions to them here

*Finance for business purposes only. Subject to credit approval and AML checks. Applicants must be 18 and over. Available on new equipment only. The 0% rate is subject to 20% equity on a 3 + 21 monthly repayment profile. Other repayment options available on request. The finance product offered under this promotion is Hire Purchase. Documentation fee (€150) and option to purchase fee apply. Terms and conditions apply. Finance provided by DLL Leasing DAC trading as DLL. Registered office: George’s Dock House, IFSC, Dublin 1. Registered Ireland 392788. Phone: 01 4814192. Discount is applicable on selected and advertised ATV models only. No other ATV models available from Honda are included in this promotion and are only available at their regular retail prices. See www.hondaireland.ie for all model details. Offer is available while stocks last only. Honda Ireland reserves the right to withdraw the offer at any time. Images are for illustrative purposes only. Offer expires on March 31st 2019 at participating Honda ATV dealerships nationwide. For the full list of Honda Authorised ATV Dealerships please visit www.hondaireland.ie/dealer-search.

Sun 10th March: Marquez fights for second in 22-lap Qatar thriller, Lorenzo scores on debut

Marquez lit up the Qatar night with second place after a race-long brawl as Lorenzo worked his way up to 13th place.

With Warm Up held in the late afternoon and still under the daylight, it only offered the Repsol Honda Team a brief chance to confirm their settings ahead of 2019’s opening Grand Prix. As the sun set and the floodlights flickered to life the ambient temperature settled at 18ºC with the track at 19ºC.

Marc Marquez held his own in the opening laps, keeping out of trouble and moving ahead of the chasing pack with Andrea Dovizioso. The reigning World Champion was soon joined in his hunt for victory, a frantic melee between the leading seven riders playing out over the next 20 laps. Just 0.023s split Marquez from Andrea Dovizioso as they crossed the line, Marquez opening his 2019 account with 20 points.

After yesterdays pair of heavy falls, Jorge Lorenzo’s Repsol Honda Team debut was heavily restricted by lingering pain in his back and shoulder. Focusing on his own rhythm and understanding the Honda over race distance, Lorenzo battled to 13th to earn three points on his debut.

LCR Honda’s Cal Crutchlow completed the podium in third.

The MotoGP™ World Championship now prepares for Round Two at the Argentina Grand Prix, March 29 – 31 hosted at the Termas de Rio Hondo Circuit.

Sat 9th March: Marquez opens 2019 with front row for Qatar GP

Marc Marquez overcame cold conditions in Qatar to secure a spot on the front row as Jorge Lorenzo battles through the pain barrier for 15th.

Free Practice 3 did not get off to an ideal start for the Repsol Honda Team as Jorge Lorenzo crashed heavily at Turn 6, shortly followed by Marc Marquez who lost the front at Turn 14. Both fortunately avoided any serious injuries, Marquez returning to the wind-hit track to lead the session with a 1’54.677.

After a medical check, Jorge Lorenzo was deemed fit and returned to ride in Free Practice 4. Gusty winds remained for Free Practice 4 and Qualifying, the track reaching just 18ºC. Marc Marquez would suffer his second fall of the day, coming off at Turn 6 early in session and quickly remounting.

Jorge Lorenzo pushed from the off in Q1 to set a 1’54.563, unfortunately unable to improve his time after joining a number of riders in falling at Turn 2. Lorenzo’s time will see him start the Qatar Grand Prix from 15th on the grid. Two heavy falls left Lorenzo with pain in his back, arms and legs, the five-time world champion hoping to be as pain free as possible for tomorrow’s race.

Q2 started with the track temperature a mere 16ºC, Marquez taking a cautious approach for his opening run. The reigning MotoGP™ World Champion left his charge in Q2 late, setting a 1’53.745 to secure a front row birth for the opening race of the 2019 MotoGP™ World Championship.

Action begins at the Losail International Circuit with Warm Up at 15:40 local time with the lights going out at 20:00 local time and the 2019 MotoGP World Championship officially back underway.

Repsol Honda Team ready for 25th year in the premier class

2019 marks 25 years of collaboration between HRC and Repsol as the iconic squad prepares for another year of competition with two champion riders.

112 days after the Valencia GP, the MotoGP™ World Championship is set to roar back to life under the unique Qatar floodlights. 2019 sees the Repsol Honda Team welcome five-time world champion Jorge Lorenzo alongside Marc Marquez and celebrate a 25-year partnership between Repsol and HRC.

During their 25 years racing at the highest level in motorcycle racing, Repsol and Honda have achieved 14 world championships, 168 victories, 427 podiums, 177 pole positions and 182 fastest laps. With 12 world titles between them, Marquez and Lorenzo form the most successful team on the MotoGP™ grid and begin another chapter in the Repsol Honda Team’s history.

Shoulder surgery in late December led to the most challenging off-season of Marc Marquez’s career and hundreds of hours of physiotherapy. Maintaining the mantra of ‘there are no points for testing’, the reigning World Champion had a, by his standards, subdued testing campaign but arrives in Qatar happy with the feeling of his Honda RC213V and with his physical condition. Since entering the premier class in 2013, Marquez has never finished outside of the top five in Qatar.

The Qatar GP will be Jorge Lorenzo’s racing debut in Repsol Honda Team colours. Having improved his lap time at the Qatar Test by 2.437 seconds, Lorenzo is looking to continue his adaptation to the Honda RC213V. Although Lorenzo was forced to miss the Sepang Test due to a broken scaphoid, his potential on the Honda is clear and the weekend will present him with more crucial bike time. With six wins and five podiums from 15 visits, the Losail International Circuit is amongst Lorenzo’s strongest.

The first MotoGP™ press conference of 2019 is set for 17:00 local time on Thursday, March 07 with both Marquez and Lorenzo in attendance after the traditional ‘class photo’. Free Practice One begins at 15:40 local time with the lights of the MotoGP™ race scheduled to go out at 20:00 local time on Sunday, March 10.

Location Information
The fabulous Losail International Circuit lies on the outskirts of Doha, the capital city of Qatar. Built in little over a year, the track cost $58 million USD and required round-the-clock dedication from almost 1,000 workers in order to get it ready.

Length: 5.380 kilometres / 3.343 miles
Width: 12 metres
Left corners: 6
Right corners: 10
Longest straight: 1.068 kilometres / 0.664 miles
Constructed: 2004

All new 2019 650cc Honda motorcycles now available in Ireland!

We’ve been waiting and they’re finally here! The all new 2019 CBR650R and CB650R are now available to you Irish fans!

The ultimate Supersport machine, the Honda CBR650R has a four-cylinder engine, sharp-handling chassis, Honda Selectable Torque Control, Showa SFF USD forks. It’s racetrack ready.

Priced at €9,900.00, this beast is now available at your local Honda Motorcycle dealership now

The stripped down CB650R has a sleek, urban design for a modern lifestyle. With compact, retro-minimal Neo Sports Café styling, full LED lighting, an addictive four-cylinder engine and a sharp-handling chassis it’s a no brainer for you street bike fans.

Available from your local Honda Motorcycle dealership for only €9,000 now!

 

*Limited stock available, to secure speak to your local Authorised Honda Motorcycle dealership.