Grand Prix motorcycle racing

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/grand-prix-motorcycle-racing

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the governing body?Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM)
2. What is the origin of world championship?Established in 1949, making it the oldest motorsport world championship
3. Why are the bikes in Grand Prix racing not street-legal?The bikes are built only for racing, with advanced technology and safety features that aren't allowed on public roads. They are purpose‑built prototypes that can reach very high speeds.
4. How many classes are there in Grand Prix racing and what are they?There are four classes: MotoGP, Moto2, Moto3, and MotoE. MotoGP has the biggest engines, Moto2 uses a special 765cc engine, Moto3 uses 250cc single‑cylinder engines, and MotoE uses electric bikes.

Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM): The global governing body for motorcycle sport, responsible for regulations and championships.
Purpose-built prototypes: Racing motorcycles specifically designed and manufactured for competition, not for public sale or road use.
Four-stroke era: The period in Grand Prix racing, beginning in 2002, where four-stroke engines became dominant in the premier class.
Spec engine: A standardized engine used across multiple teams in a racing class, promoting parity and focusing competition on chassis and rider skill.