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Freddie Spencer Visits Japan, Recalls the Legend of 'Beating Kenny on the NR'

Legendary racer Freddie Spencer visited Japan and joined Honda's "CB Fan Meeting" event, escorted by Hiroshi Maruyama of "WITH ME." Webike Plus interviewed Spencer with Maruyama as navigator, during which Spencer recounted the storied episode: "I beat Kenny on the Honda NR."

Webike · 7/19/2026

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'Innocent and Wild, Norick Was the Best Subject to Photograph' — Photographer Hidenobu Takeuchi Remembers Norifumi Abe

In Webike's series "The Days Norick Lived," photographer Hidenobu Takeuchi looks back on Norifumi Abe. He recalls first seeing him ride at the 1994 Japanese GP and an anecdote about buying a Porsche with cash, speaking to Abe's unguarded personality and overwhelming presence.

· 4/14/2026