Author Archives: Solomon N-S

With the announcement that Alex Marquez is remaining in Gresini colours for 2024, the MotoGP grid got one step closer to completion. It wasn’t the most surprising announcement – most pundits had already assumed the Spaniard would be retained given his impressive results thus far – but it does mark a tipping point in theContinue reading “Predicting the Rest of Silly Season for 2024”

The rain came to play at the British GP over the weekend, and it sure did turn things on their heads! This week, join your hosts Charlie and Solomon on a wander through the Silverstone race weekend, looking into the key takeaways from our first race back after the Summer break. Which riders shone amongstContinue reading “Storms and Showdowns at Silverstone – SolomonTalksBikes, Episode 74”

It was a fair assumption that MotoGP would return after the Summer break in much the same way it left off at the end of June. The first eight races of 2023 have been fuelled by drama and unpredictable results, but the recurring plot threads that have strung it together seemed too strong to beContinue reading “2023 Silverstone MotoGP Review: Rain and Revelations”

After a lengthy and drawn-out Summer break, MotoGP is back in business this weekend, so it’s time to preview the British grand prix in Silverstone! Charlie and Solomon dive into the history of the circuit, the riders and teams that are expected to be competitive, and how the championship is progressing at this halfway point.Continue reading “Racing Returns in Silverstone – SolomonTalksBikes, Episode 73”

The Summer break is over, and battle is about to commence once more in MotoGP. Having spent the last four weeks resting and recuperating, the best riders in the world are set to gather once again and face off for the remaining twelve rounds of the season. Twelve grand prix supported by twelve sprint races,Continue reading “MotoGP is Back – How Does the Championship Look at the Halfway Point?”

Only one more week until we’re back racing! To celebrate, your weekly hosts Solomon and Charlie are discussing the transition from MotoGP’s early 2000s to now, and how the sport has changed and evolved on a technical level. If you’ve ever wondered how the current concession rules came about, how the Japanese and European manufacturersContinue reading “MotoGP Then and Now! – SolomonTalksBikes, Episode 72”

The Summer break continues to roll on, and this week we’ve decided to check in on the lower classes! Hosts Solomon and Charlie bring you their somewhat expert analysis on the junior, intermediate and electric classes, discussing championship contenders, impressive rookies, and the best races of the year so far. Plus, Goodwood festival just wrappedContinue reading “Moto2, 3 and E Mid-Season Analysis! – SolomonTalksBikes, Episode 71”

As we continue to count down the days until MotoGP’s return in August, it’s time to look at how the rider market is shaping up for 2024! On this week’s show, Charlie and Solomon take a dive into the conversations surrounding rider moves and contract negotiations happening in the background at present. There’s plenty ofContinue reading “Our Silly Season Predictions for 2024! – SolomonTalksBikes, Episode 70”

Happy MotoGP break everyone! This week, school’s in session as the SolomonTalksBikes team dissects the first half of the season. With special guest Elisa Viihde from the Red Sector GP podcast in to join, hosts Charlie and Sol rank each of the full-time riders based on how they’ve performed in the opening 8 rounds comparedContinue reading “Our Mid-Season MotoGP Rankings (ft. Elisa from RedSectorGP)! – SolomonTalksBikes, Episode 69”

The first half of the 2023 MotoGP championship has reached its conclusion! On this week’s show, Charlie and Solomon dive into the talking points of a very dramatic Assen grand prix and break down the key moments for the riders and teams. Who heads into the summer break with some deserved R&R, and who needsContinue reading “The Triple Header Comes to a Close! – SolomonTalksBikes, Episode 68”