Marquez equals Agostini with sensational second in Silverstone

Continuing his run of two top finishes, Marquez took important steps towards his ultimate goal as a determined Lorenzo finished in the points on his return from injury.

The British summer continued in full force on Sunday as round 12 of the 2019 MotoGP World Championship at the Silverstone circuit enjoyed 31°C ambient temperatures. With circuit temperature at 44°C when the lights went out, it was set to be another demanding premier class race.

From the 88th pole position of his Grand Prix career, MotoGP World Championship leader Marc Marquez made a perfect start aboard his Repsol Honda Team RC213V and avoided the incident behind. With championship rival Andrea Dovizioso and potential podium contender Fabio Quartararo out of the race, Marquez was joined by Alex Rins at the front as the duo swapped fastest laps for most of the race.

The pair played a game of cat and mouse until the final lap, Marquez having led the entire race and setting a new race lap record of 1’59.936. A front-end moment in the last corner caused the World Championship leader to close the throttle and as a result was forced to settle for second place, missing the win by just 0.013s. Continuing his run of top two finishes in 2019, Marquez leaves Silverstone with a dominating 78 point lead in the MotoGP World Championship with seven races left.

Taking the 88th podium of his premier class career, Marquez draws level on premier class podiums with the great Giacomo Agostini. The result moves Honda to 45 points clear of Ducati in the Constructor Championship and brings the Repsol Honda Team to within 36 points of the Ducati Team in the Team Championship.

Knowing his physical condition, Jorge Lorenzo entered Sunday’s British Grand Prix with the simple aim of finishing the race to further understand his fitness level. The five-time World Champion’s determination was rewarded with a pair of points in 14th place as he profited from a consistent approach and the mistakes of others ahead.

Six-time World Champion Jim Redman, winner of Honda’s first premier class race in 1966 on the Honda RC181, was also in attendance and enjoyed talking racing with Marquez and Lorenzo.

Now the Repsol Honda Team will travel to the Misano Circuit for a two-day test. Racing resumes at the San Marino GP, September 13-15, at the same circuit.

Honda IZY Sale: An easy choice

You can now save €100 on the Honda IZY Lawnmower range

Until stocks last we have €100 off the HRG466SKEP, HRG536VYE and HRG536VLE!

The Honda IZY range is renowned for it’s easy start, low maintenance and reliability.

They are hard wearing, maneuverable, easy to drive with some models have fixed or variable transmission, adjustments to cutting height and selective mulching capabilities. They come with the Honda 24 month warranty for your peace of mind.

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Honda Quads – Big savings for early bird quad seekers!

This August the early bird will catch the worm when it comes to saving money on the Honda quad range!

You can save up to €2000 across the full range of Honda quads this August…how?! By being the early bird!

Every year Honda offer you savings on our premium ATV range and this year is no different.

Honda Ireland are offering a discount structure across the entire range for three months, August, September and October. The highest discount is available until August 31st with €500 off 250cc quads, €1000 off 420cc quads and a whopping €2000 off 500cc quads.

To save the most, act now! Discounts will decrease in September and again in October.

For August prices are as follows:

250cc Range: From €6099.00
420cc Range: From €8299.00
500cc Range: From €9199.00

You can get a Honda quad from any authorised Honda dealer in the country, and we can even give you driving directions to your closest dealership.

Honda Ireland have a range of premium quads from 250–500cc, 2WD & 4WD, options of manual, electric and automatic shift, towing capacities up to 600kg, options of independent rear suspension, power steering and much more.

View the full Honda quad range here 

Scintillating second for Marquez in explosive Austrian GP

Another all-out ride from Marc Marquez at the Red Bull Ring saw championship leader fight for victory until the flag as Bradl continued his points run with an impressive recovery.

Saturday’s sunshine eventually returned to the Austrian GP after a sodden Warm Up. Come the start of the MotoGP race, conditions were closer to what riders had experienced over the course of the weekend with 23°C air temperature and the track at 32°C.

When the lights went out, Marc Marquez’s race got off to a hair raising start as he and Andrea Dovizioso battled into Turn 3 which saw the reigning World Champion run wide and down to fifth spot. Undeterred, Marquez put his head down and pushed on aboard his RC213V, quickly chasing down race leader Fabio Quartararo.

Lap eight saw Marquez move back into the lead for the first time, Dovizioso briefly challenging to take the lead. The World Championship leader was able to control the middle phase of the race before Dovizioso moved back through on lap 20. Biding his time, Marquez left it late to launch his counter attack and brought the 87,595 fans at the Red Bull Ring to their feet with a stunning set of final laps. Bradl will now head to Finland to sample the newly built Kymi Ring.

The battle went down to the final corner, Marquez taking second place by 0.213s as he tried to hold off Dovizioso. With his haul of 20 points, Marquez controls a healthy 58-point advantage in the MotoGP World Championship standings after finishing in the top two for eight straight races. Honda continues to lead the Constructor standings with 236 points.

With Saturday’s troubles behind him, Stefan Bradl put in a spirited ride at the Austrian GP to make it four point-scoring finishes from four starts in 2019. The German quickly made up ground from 21st as the lights went out and was in the points within just a few laps. Ultimately taking 13th place after recovering eight positions, Bradl leaves Austria pleased with what he achieved.

The Repsol Honda Team now head for the United Kingdom and round 12 of the 2019 MotoGP World Championship at Silverstone, August 23 to 25. Jorge Lorenzo is set to make his racing return at the British circuit after recovering from the back injury he sustained in Assen.

Honda Marine Engine best in class according to Boote Magazine review

Boote magazine in Germany recently completed a review of 15hp outboard engines from six different manufacturers; Honda, Yamaha, Selva, Mercury, Suzuki and Tohatsu.

 

All motors were accompanied by a suitable range of standard propellers as well as thrust propellers. Conventional technology and cutting-edge technology went head to head: Honda, Selva and Yamaha fitted with carburetors, and Mercury, Suzuki and Tohatsu equipped with electronically controlled fuel injection systems.

Yamaha’s outboard came in at the heaviest weighing 57.1kgs, while Tohatsu came in at the lightest 44.87kgs. When analysing measured data such as the thrust values, ranges and fastest speed, Honda comes in 1st place, tied with Mercury.

The Suzuki outboard motor was classified in second place: in terms of technology and range in the mid sector, it would could have been awarded first place, but its fuel consumption falls short of the Honda when plaining. The Tohatsu occupies third place, followed by Yamaha and Selva.

Honda Ireland currently have stock available of Honda marine engines ranging from 2.3hp engines to 250hp.

If you’re interested in finding out more information on Honda outboard engines, you can get directions to your local dealer here.

 

Overview of Results:

 

 

Win 76: Marc Marquez draws level with legendary Hailwood with Czech masterpiece

Joining an elite group of riders, Marc Marquez claimed his 50th victory in the premier class after a chaotic start to the Czech GP as Stefan Bradl continued his point-scoring run.

Saturday’s dreary conditions were initially nowhere to be seen as race day at the Czech GP began. But a brief rain shower half an hour before the start of the MotoGP race left the track with wet patches and led to a delayed start and a reduced race distance of 20 laps.

After securing pole by 2.524 seconds in thrilling style on Saturday, MotoGP World Championship leader Marc Marquez shot forward to lead the shortened race as the lights went out. With the likes of Dovizioso, Rins and Miller behind, Marquez settled into a consistent pace and steadily opened up a half second lead over his rivals by lap ten. Even with a moment at Turn 10, Marquez’s lead continued to grow as the race went on.

With an advantage of over two seconds, Marquez crossed the line to claim victory in Brno and his sixth win of 2019. He becomes just the fourth rider in Grand Prix history to take 50 wins in the premier class and equals Mike Hailwood’s 76 wins across all classes. Fourth on the all time winner list, Marquez heads to round 11 in Austria with 210 points – 63 points clear of second placed Dovizioso.

Stefan Bradl endured a tough start to his third appearance of the season, but worked his way forward into the points by half-race distance. Holding 14th until late in the race, Bradl continued his run of point scoring finishes with 15th. The German will again ride for the Repsol Honda Team at the Austrian GP with Jorge Lorenzo scheduled to return to action at Silverstone.

The result sees Honda extend their lead in the Constructor Championship to 39 points with a total of 216 points.

Before heading to the Red Bull Ring for the Austrian GP, August 09 – 11, the Repsol Honda Team will remain in Brno for a post-race test on Monday alongside the rest of the MotoGP World Championship grid.

Early bird catches the worm….save on Honda Quads now!

This season the early bird will catch the worm when it comes to saving money on the Honda quad range!

You can save up to €2000 across the full range of Honda quads this season…how?! By being the early bird! Every year we offer you savings on the range and this year is no different.

If you place a deposit on a Honda quad with your local dealer this August you’ll get up to €2000 off our 500cc quads, €1000 off our 420cc quads and €500 off our 250cc quads.

 

So what are you waiting for?! Find you local Honda ATV Dealership here now! 

Selling out fast… get up to €3000 off selected Honda Motorcycles now!

As you might know we launched a summer clearance sale only a few weeks ago, and they’ve been flying out!

Save between €800 – €3000 on a range of Supersports, Touring, Street and Adventure bikes this summer! 

First up we have €800 off the 2017 CBR500R. Catch it now at €6,800

Followed closely by €1000 off the 2018 CBR650R and the CB1000R FOP

Get them now at €8,800 and €14,700 respectively!

 

Then if you’re looking to pick up €2000 worth of savings you can on the CBR1000RA Fireblade, the CB1100 RS and the CB1000R STD

 

Finally you go can go for the mega saving of €3000 on the super hot CBR1000RR SP1

 

Grab any of these discounts at your local Honda Motorcycle dealership

 

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