Send us a Text Message.A big change is on the horizon. Pirelli has taken over Dunlop's exclusive contract in Moto3 and Moto2, and in a few years they might make a bid on MotoGP. Big deal, right? Well,  clothes might make the man but Mat and Peter explain why it's tires that make the bike. From grip and top speed to balance and a million other little things, they all come down to those big black round things attached to your motorbike. And a small change in manufacturer can cause all...

Tech Talk - The Tires They Are A-Changin'

&nbsp;You’ve seen the races. You know the bikes, the riders and the results. Now it’s time to learn the how and why of it all – and have a bit of a laugh doing it. Welcome to the Oxley Bom MotoGP Podcast, where Mat Oxley and Peter Bom give you your weekly update on all things racing. So grab a beer, turn up the volume and enjoy. Cheers!&nbsp;

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Send us a Text Message."There are always 25 points as for the other races, but Mugello is a matter of honour." That's how Valentino Rossi described one of Europe's most beloved circuits in 2014. This week, Peter explains why that is as true today as it was ten years ago. So come join us as we take you, turn by turn, through the track where Ducati was developed and legends are made. As always, don't forget to pull up our map of the circuit! Want more? Visit our website or support us on Patreon...

BONUS EPISODE: Peter Does Mugello

Send us a Text Message.An uneventful race with no great surprises. That's what Mat thought when he saw the race this weekend. But Peter disagrees: the fact that nothing 'eventful' happened at Barcelona is almost special in itself. Oh yes, we've got plenty to talk about this week, as Peter calls Mat in his hotel. So pick up the phone and join in!And, of course, there's the matter of Aleix Espargaro and his retirement. We're gonna miss you at the grid, Aleix,  so here's to you! Want more? ...

Catalunya 2024 - Barcelona Calling

Send us a Text Message.Hot tires, low grip and some big fat hot break disks - that's what you've got to deal with in Catalunya if you want that sweet speed. Peter's been there, seen that and now he's ready to take us through one of our favourite tracks in the championship. So get ready, because this time were not just fast - we're la rapidez itself!As always, don't forget to pull up our map of the circuit! Want more? Visit our website or support us on Patreon. With big thanks as always to Bra...

BONUS EPISODE: Peter Does Catalunya

Send us a Text Message.This week, we say goodbye to some of our most hated enemies. So let's all gather round and pay our respects to the Ride Height Device, a proper smart piece of engineering that had to be killed before it killed any of the riders. Joining it on its journey to the Great Racetrack In The Sky are its close friends, Over-Engineered Aero and Dirty Air. They will not be missed. You might have guessed it already, but this week we're all about the new regulations for MotoGP. Ther...

MotoGP - Welcome to the Regulation Station Celebration

Send us a Text Message. What is the plural of Marquez? Is it Marquezes? Marquezi? Well, whatever it is, Mat and Peter believe there’s three of them now. Imagine that, three Marc Marquezi! What does that mean? Well, you’ll just have to listen to the episode to find out… Also this week, some very interesting theories about who’s gonna get a Ducati factory bike next year and lots of thoughts on a spectacular race. So grab a beer (or a fine glass of French wine) and come join us. Cheers...

Tech Talk - The Tires They Are A-Changin'

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