Yamaha Thailand Racing Team Sets Objectives & Announces Riders

David Swarts

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March 23, 2024

Yamaha Thailand Racing Team Sets Objectives & Announces Riders

Yamaha Thailand Racing Team Sets Ambitious Objectives And Announces 2024 Rider Lineup

As the Yamaha Thailand Racing Team (YTRT) gears up for the 2024 season, we are proud to announce our ambitious objectives for the year ahead and build on our 2023 experience.

Bangkok, Thailand – 20 March, 2024: With extensive experience working in international motorsports, YTRT aims to leverage our rich history and experience to excel in the competitive world-championship environment while competing in the 2024 WorldSSP championship series.

Since the inception of motorsports in Thailand, Yamaha Thailand Racing has been at the forefront of the racing scene. With countless victories and championships to our name, we have been trailblazers for Thailand on the world stage. From the dominance of the Siam Yamaha Racing Team in the 1970s and 1980s to our current status as championship winners in both national and international race series, YTRT has established a winning reputation within the motorsports industry.

In 2023, Yamaha Thailand Racing Team made history by becoming the first Thai team to compete in the World Supersport class of the FIM Superbike World Championship. This prestigious series attracts a global audience and is a testament to our commitment to excellence on the international stage. As the only Thai team in the WorldSBK paddock, YTRT is committed to raising our professional standards and profile while competing at the highest level of motorsports and establishing ourselves as a world-class racing team.

Yamaha Thailand Racing Team will focus on a year of growth and progress as we develop our riders and continue to build a leading Thai motorsports team.

2024 Rider Lineup

Yamaha Thailand Racing Team rider Anupab Sarmoon will race in WorldSSP for his second year with the team. Photo courtesy Yamaha Thailand Racing Team.

Name: Anupab Sarmoon #51

Team: Yamaha Thailand Racing Team

Motorcycle: Yamaha YZF-R6

Date of Birth: 09 December, 1993

Birthplace: Chiang Mai

Anupab Sarmoon will be entering his second season with Yamaha Thailand Racing Team in the 2024 WorldSSP championship. With notable achievements including finishing fourth overall in the 2022 Asia Road Racing Championship and solid performances in the 2023 WorldSSP season, Sarmoon is poised to take a positive step forward in his international racing career.

Name: Krittapat Keankum #39

Team: Yamaha Thailand Racing Team

Motorcycle: Yamaha YZF-R6

Date of Birth: 22 February, 2005

Birthplace: Nonthabuuri

Krittapat Keankum, a rising talent, joins Yamaha Thailand Racing Team for the 2024 WorldSSP season. After a successful campaign in the R3 bLU cRU championship, finishing sixth in the standings, Keankum is ready to step up to the challenge of racing the supersport Yamaha R6 and aims to showcase his skills on the international stage and the opportunity to progress among Yamaha alumni.

As we embark on the 2024 season, Yamaha Thailand Racing Team is committed to pushing the boundaries of excellence and representing Thailand with pride on the world stage.

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KTM Says It Has Secured Funding For Restructuring

Michael Gougis

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May 20, 2025

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KTM Says It Has Secured Funding For Restructuring

KTM has the money it needs to emerge from bankruptcy protection, the company said in a statement released just before the court-imposed deadline to raise the money needed to continue operations.

“As announced, the creditors of KTM AG, KTM Components GmbH and KTM Forschungs & Entwicklungs GmbH approved a restructuring plan quota of 30% on February 25, 2025, payable by May 23, 2025. The total amount required to finance the quota under the three restructuring plans amounts to approx. EUR 600 million,” PIERER Mobility AG said in a statement posted in its corporate newsroom.

“PIERER Mobility AG and KTM AG have received financing commitments, subject to the execution of the requisite agreements, which will ensure that the quota payments to fulfill the restructuring plans of KTM AG, KTM Components GmbH and KTM Forschungs- & Entwicklungs GmbH can be fulfilled on time by May 23, 2025.”

KTM ceased production and asked for court-supervised self-restructuring proceedings after debts ran to nearly two billion Euros and unsold motorcycle inventories were reported in the range of 130,000 units. Since then, an Austrian court has approved a restructuring plan in which creditors would receive 30 percent of the money due to them.

Bajaj, the Indian conglomerate that is already a partner of KTM, last week announced that it had secured a loan for just over 600 million Euros, leading to speculation that the company would take a greater stake in KTM operations. However, the company did not specifically state that in its announcement.

KTM has said it plans to continue MotoGP World Championship activities.

Buell Expands Global Distribution, Re-Enters U.K. Market

John Ulrich

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May 20, 2025

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Buell Expands Global Distribution, Re-Enters U.K. Market

Buell Re-Enters UK Market, Expanding Global Distribution

Grand Rapids, Michigan: Buell Motorcycle Co. is expanding its global footprint with a highly anticipated return to the United Kingdom through a strategic partnership with Rainbow Moto & Re-Charge Café who will be taking on the Buell MotorBike UK division.

A shipment of Hammerhead 1190 and 1190SX models are expected to arrive in Southampton by the end of May. This marks Buell’s re-entry into the UK market, and both parties couldn’t be more excited.

“We’re excited to bring Buell Motorcycles back to the UK market. This expansion represents a signiﬁcant milestone in our global strategy, and I appreciate the dedication of our team and Buell MotorBike UK in making this possible,” said Bill Melvin, CEO of Buell Motorcycle Co.

“We at Rainbow Moto & Re-Charge Café, Ashburton, Devon. TQ13 7FF. are overjoyed to ﬁnally announce our partnership with Buell Motorcycles, with the ﬁrst shipment of bikes arriving before the end of May”, said Ian Johnson and Christine Fairhurst, Owners of Rainbow Moto & Re-Charge Café.

This partnership marks the return of Buell to the UK and Europe after being absent for nearly 15 years. Rainbow Moto and Re-Charge Café will be hosting a launch weekend to mark this collaboration (Freedom United) on the 7th & 8 th June 2025, where everyone can ﬁnally join in the return of this marque”, said Ian and Christine.

For years, Buell motorcycles have stood out in the American motorcycling landscape by embodying passion, adrenaline, and pure power in every ride. The brand’s commitment to
innovative design and performance has cultivated a dedicated following that extends well
beyond American borders. This partnership with Buell Motorbike UK will reinvigorate that
passion in the UK market, bringing Buell’s distinctive riding experience back to motorcycle
enthusiasts.

Following the initial shipment, Buell plans to increase inventory in subsequent deliveries to
meet anticipated demand. The company is also exploring opportunities to showcase its
upcoming Super Cruiser and SuperTouring models in the UK market in the near future.

For details on speciﬁc dealership locations, model availability, and upcoming launch events, visit:
https://www.buellmotorcycle.com/or https://www.rainbowmoto.co.uk/

R.I.P.: Joan Erdesky, Wife Of Former Racer Roger Lyle Of Motorcycle Xcitement!

John Ulrich

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May 20, 2025

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R.I.P.: Joan Erdesky, Wife Of Former Racer Roger Lyle Of Motorcycle Xcitement!

Joan Erdesky, Wife Of Motorcycle Excitement! and MAARC Founder Roger Lyle

Joan M. Erdesky, 67, of Needmore, PA, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on May 14th, 2025 at her home, after a lengthy battle with breast cancer. She was born on February 10, 1958, in Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA. She was the sixth of seven children born to Lt. Col. Joseph L. Erdesky and Virginia M. Erdesky. Joan is survived by her husband Roger Lyle and identical twin daughters, Charlotte Enfield and Juliette (Tom) Buell and two well-loved cats, Sunny Boy and Cherie.

Joan earned her B.A. in French Language and Literature from the University of Maryland in 1979. She had an impressive career in the Metro DC Area beginning with AAA World Wide Travel and The National Gallery of Art. She then moved into graphic design and taught herself typesetting. This led her to Weadon Printing where she learned the printing business. Thereafter she was employed by the advertising firms Earle Palmer Brown, RTC Direct, and Loughlin Creative. Joan was employed seasonally by the Smithsonian Institution Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage for 10 years as editor, proofreader, and/or graphic design artist. She also taught graphic design courses at Hagerstown Community College in Hagerstown, MD. Joan worked at the Herald-Mail newspaper in Hagerstown and did page layout and worked for the new Herald-Mail TV station.

Joan’s graphic design expertise further enhanced her husband’s enterprise, Motorcycle Xcitement!. With Roger, she developed the website, created forms, graphics, and helped build and maintain the business in all aspects.

She was a volunteer beginning in her youth as a Candy Striper, and later with The Valley Co-op in Hagerstown, MD, The Washington County Commission for Women, Habitat for Humanity, and Hospice. She volunteered for the Star Community Center at the Historic Star Theatre WV in Berkeley Springs WV and served as Treasurer. Joan instilled to her daughters her love of nature, the arts, the importance of kindness and love, and the richness and excitement of life. During Joan’s life, she traveled all over the US, and to Europe and Africa.
She is survived by three sisters, Judith Erdesky of Punxsutawney, PA, Jeanne (Grady) Thompson of Conway, SC, Joyce Denny of Virginia Beach, VA, and brother-in-law Paul Lissy of Lewes, DE.

Joan is also survived by three nephews, Gregory (Karen) Lissy, Adam (Marya) Erdesky, and Bret Denny and two nieces, Diana (Frank) Macchio, and Lindsey (Chris Cunningham) Denny.

She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers Joseph Erdesky and James Erdesky, and a sister Janice Lissy.

In lieu of flowers, Joan has requested that memorial contributions be made to her favorite charity, DOCTORS WITHOUT BORDERS at www.doctorswithoutborders.org. A celebration of Joan’s life will be held in the near future.

The family has entrusted Joan’s care to Kelso-Cornelius Funeral Home in McConnellsburg, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.kelso-corneliusfuneralhome.com.

A celebration of Joan’s life will be held on July 12 at their Blue Heaven Farm. The Shango Mountain Taiko Drummers will be performing in her honor.

MotoGP: Stats Ahead Of The Tissot Grand Prix Of The United Kingdom

Michael Gougis

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May 20, 2025

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MotoGP: Stats Ahead Of The Tissot Grand Prix Of The United Kingdom

This is the 15th time Silverstone has hosted a Grand Prix since MotoGP returned to the circuit in 2010 after a 23-year gap. The first Grand Prix held at Silverstone was in 1977, and was also the first motorcycle Grand Prix to be held on the British mainland. Prior to 1977, the British round of the World Championship had been held on the Isle of Man since 1949. The move was made for reasons of rider safety. The British GP was then held for 10 consecutive years at Silverstone before it moved to Donington Park in 1987. So this is the 25th GP held at Silverstone.

The winners of that first Grand Prix at Silverstone in 1977 were: 500cc – Pat Hennen (Suzuki), 350cc & 250cc – Kork Ballington (Yamaha), 125cc – Pierluigi Conforti (Morbidelli).

The original circuit layout used for the Grand Prix from 1977 to 1986 was 4.71km long. In 1983, Kenny Roberts set the fastest race lap at the circuit, riding a Yamaha at an average speed of 192.2km/h.

When the British GP returned to Silverstone in 2010, it was with a revised circuit layout measuring 5.9 km. Four Brits have won home races at Silverstone: Jake Dixon (Moto2 – 2024), Danny Kent (Moto3 – 2015), Scott Redding (Moto2 – 2013) and Ian McConnachie (80cc – 1986).

MOTOGP WINNERS AT SILVERSTONE ON THE GRID

Marc Marquez (2014) – Maverick Viñales (2016) – Fabio Quartararo (2021) – Alex Rins (2019) – Francesco Bagnaia (2022) –Aleix Espargaro (2023) – Enea Bastianini (2024)

SPRINT WINNERS AT SILVERSTONE

Alex Marquez 1 (2023) – Enea Bastianini 1 (2024)

FACTORIES AT SILVERSTONE: BEST RESULTS

GP wins: Yamaha 8 – Suzuki 6 – Honda 5 – Ducati 3 – Aprilia 1

Sprint wins: Ducati 2

Yamaha’s last MotoGP win at Silverstone was with Quartararo (2021). Yamaha is the most successful manufacturer here with eight wins, including five in the modern era: three with Jorge Lorenzo (2010, 2012 and 2013), one with Valentino Rossi (2015) and one Fabio Quartararo (2021).

Honda’s last MotoGP win here was with Marc Marquez in 2014 from pole. Honda have five wins in the class at Silverstone, including two since 2010 with Casey Stoner (2011) adding to Marquez’ win in 2014.

Ducati have taken three MotoGP wins at Silverstone: in 2017 with Andrea Dovizioso, in 2022 with Francesco Bagnaia and in 2024 with Enea Bastianini. Alex Marquez and Bastianini has won both the Sprints held at Silverstone, in 2023 and in 2024, respectively.

Aprilia have one win at Silverstone, taken in 2023 with Aleix Espargaro. It was their second MotoGP win after Argentina 2022. Aprilia have two other podiums here: P2 in 2022 with Maverick Viñales and P3 in 2021 with Espargaro, which was Aprilia’s first MotoGP™ podium since Jeremy McWilliams at the 2000 British GP at Donington.

KTM’s best MotoGP™ result at Silverstone is Brad Binder’s P3 in 2023.

EXTRA FACTS AND STATS

10 current riders have MotoGP podiums here: Viñales (4), Bagnaia (3), M. Marquez (3), Rins (2), wildcard A. Espargaro (2), Quartararo (1), Miller (1), Bastianini (1), Binder (1), Martin (1).

4 have taken pole: M. Marquez (5), Zarco (1), Bezzecchi (1) and wildcard A. Espargaro (1).

Only one rider has scored points in all six of the MotoGP™ races so far this season: Luca Marini. Two have scored points in all six Tissot Sprints: Marc Marquez, Alex Marquez.

WHAT HAPPENS IF…

2021 Honda riders will be aiming to give the Japanese manufacturer their first wins in back-to-back MotoGP races since 2021 when Marc Marquez won the Americas and the Emilia-Romagna GP.

87 If a Ducati qualifies in the top three, it will be the 87th consecutive GP that a Ducati rider starts on the front row, a run that stretches back to Valencia 2020.

73 Ducati are on a streak of 72 podiums in a row. Another will extend their own record to 73. The last manufacturer with more than 73 podiums in a row is Honda with 83 from the FIM GP 1993 to the Imola GP 1999.

20 Rookie Fermin Aldeguer will be 20 years and 50 days old on Sunday and has his last chance to become the youngest MotoGP winner ahead of Marc Marquez (20 years and 63 days old in Austin, 2013).

11 There have been 10 different winners in the last 10 MotoGP™ races at Silverstone: Lorenzo (2013), Marc Marquez (2014), Rossi (2015), Viñales (2016), Dovizioso (2017), Rins (2019), Quartararo (2021), Bagnaia (2022), A. Espargaro (2023) and Bastianini (2024). Another winner would become the 11th winner in the last 11 races here.

7 If a rider other than Lorenzo (2018), M. Marquez (2019), P. Espargaro (2021), Zarco (2022), Bezzecchi (2023) or A. Espargaro (2024) takes pole, they’ll be the seventh different polesitter in the last seven Grands Prix here.

6 There are six riders on the grid who could take their maiden MotoGP win this weekend: Raul Fernandez, Luca Marini, Pedro Acosta and rookies Ai Ogura, Somkiat Chantra and Fermin Aldeguer.

1 KTM riders could give their factory a maiden premier class win at Silverstone.

Motorcycle Industry Council: Yu Named VP Of Communications

John Ulrich

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May 19, 2025

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Motorcycle Industry Council: Yu Named VP Of Communications

Andria Yu Named Vice President of Communications for the Motorcycle Industry Council and Powersports Associations

Andria Yu is the new Vice President of Communications for the Motorcycle Industry Council, Motorcycle Safety Foundation, Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association, and Specialty Vehicle Institute of America. Yu served as Director of Media Relations since joining the powersports associations in 2016, and before that had been the front-page editor at USA Today and chief night editor at The Baltimore Sun.

Bringing more than 17 years of journalism experience to the associations, she expanded national media outreach for powersports in her media relations role, helped shape public-facing communications campaigns, and elevated the visibility of motorcycling, ATV riding, and side-by-side driving – and safety awareness – across a wide range of audiences.

Yu has played a key role in cultivating relationships with journalists, influencers, and industry stakeholders across the country. She’s also a longtime on- and off-road motorcyclist and a certified MSF RiderCoach and DirtBike School Coach, and has led training events and media rides that have helped introduce many beginners to the world of two-wheeling. She is also an ATV Safety Institute Instructor and ROHVA DriverCoach.

“Andria brings clarity, strategy, and a rider-first perspective to everything she does,” said Christy LaCurelle, President and CEO of the MIC, MSF, ROHVA, and SVIA. “She’s played a key role in shaping how we communicate with our industry, our members, and the public. Her insight and leadership are invaluable as we continue to grow and evolve. For nearly a decade, she’s helped tell the story of motorcycling to millions, worked with journalists and influencers across the country, and led media and influencer rides that assisted people in riding the right way. Her impact on the industry and our associations has been tremendous.”

Yu is also an experienced spokesperson – who regularly appears on live TV – and video producer, contributing to major campaigns, press events, and educational programs across the associations. In late 2024, she assumed a leadership role following the departure of the previous Communications VP, serving as the primary point of contact for the department. Her guidance ensured communications continuity across the associations during a pivotal transition.

“Strong and consistent communications, across our industry and especially for potential new riders, matter a great deal during this time of economic and marketplace change,” Yu said. “Our current and future association members need to know what’s happening in our industry, how the associations can benefit their companies, and how we can all pull in the same direction and make a difference through collective efforts. And we need to keep reaching out, through all forms of today’s mass media, with messages about the fun and joy that powersports brings to our lives and how to go about it safely. I look forward to working with all our associations’ departments – Membership, Government Relations, Market Expansion, Rider Education, Training Operations, Research, Events, and more, to help keep our members apprised of the work that we do so we can grow engagement and opportunities for all.”

About the MIC

The Motorcycle Industry Council, under its marquee market expansion brand, Ride With Us, is working to introduce everyone to the incomparable thrill of riding a motorcycle. The MIC is a not-for-profit trade association representing motorcycle manufacturers, distributors, aftermarket companies, dealers, retailers, and a variety of related organizations providing vital support to the powersports industry. The MIC advocates for fair policy and regulatory environments, works to deliver valuable data to the industry, and strives to bring the joy of riding to everyone, everywhere.

Established in 1914, the MIC is headquartered in Irvine, Calif., with a government relations office in metropolitan Washington, D.C. Keep up with the industry association on Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube, online at MIC.org, and through the weekly MIC RideReport.

About the MSF

The Motorcycle Safety Foundation promotes safety through rider training and education, operator licensing tests, and public information programs. MSF works with the federal government, state agencies, the military, and others to offer training for all skill levels so riders can enjoy a lifetime of safe, responsible motorcycling. Standards established by MSF have been recognized worldwide since 1973. The MSF is a not-for-profit organization endorsed by American Honda Motor Co., Inc.; BMW Motorrad USA; Bombardier Recreational Products Inc.; Harley-Davidson Motor Company, Inc.; Indian Motorcycle; Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.; KTM North America, Inc.; Suzuki Motor USA, LLC; Triumph Motorcycles America; and Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. For safety information or to enroll in an MSF Basic RiderCourse near you, or to learn more about the many other MSF course offerings, visit MSF-USA.org or call (800) 446-9227. To keep up with the latest updates, follow the MSF on Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook.

About ROHVA

The Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association is the not-for-profit national industry association promoting safe and responsible use of ROVs (also called side-by-sides or UTVs). Accredited by the American National Standards Institute, ROHVA develops standards for the equipment, configuration, and performance requirements of ROVs.

Based in Irvine, Calif., ROHVA is sponsored by American Honda Motor Co., Inc.; Bombardier Recreational Products Inc.; Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.; Polaris Inc.; Textron Specialized Vehicles; and Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. For safety information or to enroll in the ROV Basic DriverCourse nearest you, visit ROHVA.org or call (866) 267-2751.

About SVIA
The Specialty Vehicle Institute of America is the not-for-profit national industry association promoting safe and responsible use of all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) through rider training, public awareness campaigns, and state legislation. The SVIA also works to preserve access to off-road riding areas and expand riding opportunities. Accredited by the American National Standards Institute, the SVIA develops standards for equipment, configuration, and performance requirements of ATVs. Based in Irvine, Calif., the SVIA is sponsored by American Honda Motor Co., Inc.; Bombardier Recreational Products Inc.; CFMOTO Powersports, Inc.; Champion Motorsports Group, LLC; Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.; Polaris Inc.; Suzuki Motor USA, LLC; Textron Specialized Vehicles; and Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. Visit SVIA.org. For safety information or to enroll in the ATV RiderCourse nearest you, visit ATVSafety.org or call (800) 887-2887.

ASRA: A Memorial Day Weekend To Remember At Summit

John Ulrich

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May 19, 2025

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ASRA: A Memorial Day Weekend To Remember At Summit

ASRA 2025 Memorial Day At Summit Point Will Be A Racing Weekend to Remember!

Don’t Miss Memorial Day Weekend at Summit Point

ASRA Race Practice on Friday, May 23rd

ASRA Sprint Races and MiniGP Races on Saturday & Sunday, May 24th-25th

EvolveGT Track Day on Monday, May 26th

David Graham Memorial Lap on Saturday, Remembering The Legendary Announcer Known As “The Mouth Of The South.” He is silent but will never be forgotten…

Massive BBQ Cookout Saturday Evening, No Extra Charge.

Live Music Saturday Evening, Featuring Joe Swanson And The Epics (Doing Classic Rock Covers).

DON’T MISS IT!

Matthew Chapin (95) won five races on his Suzuki GSX-8R at ASRA’s big event at PittRace and will be racing with ASRA at Summit Point on the Memorial Day Weekend. Photo by Noiseless Productions/Vae Vang/ASRA.

Registration: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JY_ff2NYHXqeSJUL-0tP5_lkDwoWfMshfBQmmos6rM8/edit?tab=t.0

Special Hampton Inn Discount For ASRA members: https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/rooms/?ctyhocn=MBGINHX&arrivalDate=2025-05-17&departureDate=2025-05-18&room1NumAdults+1

Some results from the ASRA event at PittRace:

Day 2 Races - ASRA SUPERSPORT - RaceFull
Day 2 Races - ASRA SUPERSTOCK 1000 - RaceFull
Day 2 Races - ASRA THUNDERBIKE - RaceFull
Day 2 Races - ASRA 500 CUP - RaceFull

British Superbike: Ray Wins All Three At Donington

John Ulrich

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May 18, 2025

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British Superbike: Ray Wins All Three At Donington

Ray withstands the pressure to take terrific treble at Donington Park

Bradley Ray continued his quest for a second Bennetts British Superbike Championship crown with an impressive performance at Donington Park this weekend as he withstood the pressure from his title rivals to claim a hat trick of victories for Raceways Yamaha.

Bradley Ray was the Milwaukee King of Donington, winning all three Superbike races. Here, he is joined on the podium by second-place Glenn Irwin at left and third-place Rory Skinner at right, after the finish of Race Three. BSB Photo.

Ray headed into today’s raceday (Sunday) off the back of victory in yesterday’s opening race and in the second contest of the weekend he added to his winning tally with an impressive performance that kept him ahead of reigning champion Kyle Ryde and Hager PBM Ducati’s Glenn Irwin.

Ray had hit the front of the pack on the opening lap ahead of Ryde and Irwin, with the Hager PBM Ducati rider moving into second on lap two. The Raceways Yamaha rider held the lead until lap four when Irwin moved ahead on the brakes at the Fogarty Esses, but he was instantly on the attack and regained the position at the Melbourne Hairpin just a corner later.

Ray was then defending hard from Irwin, who attempted another move at the Fogarty Esses, but had to stand up the Hager PBM Ducati and run on down the slip road to re-join in fourth place.

Ray then held the advantage over Ryde until the chequered flag, with Rory Skinner holding third place until the final lap when Glenn Irwin made a move to regain the position and make a podium return.

In race three, Ray kept his cool despite the mounting pressure from Glenn Irwin in the closing stages to make it a treble for the Raceways Yamaha team.

Ray had launched into the lead again on the opening lap ahead of Skinner and Glenn Irwin, with Ryde and Leon Haslam completing the top five, but Ryde had a moment on the exit of the Fogarty Esses, which lost him ground and he then dropped behind Haslam and McPhee.

At the front of the pack, Ray was trying to make a break, but Irwin had moved into second place with a dive down the inside at Redgate on lap ten. His Raceways Yamaha rival had bridged a gap of over two seconds by lap 12, but as the laps counted down, Irwin was getting closer as he continued to hunt his rival.

By lap 16, it had dropped to less than a second and as they crossed the line to start the next lap, it had halved again, and then Ray was in range for Irwin to try to make his move. With three laps remaining, it looked like the Hager PBM Ducati rider was going to attack.

Irwin was unsettled on the brakes into the Fogarty Esses, losing ground on Ray again and despite pushing all the way to the finish, he was unable to deny Ray the treble.

Skinner celebrated his first podium with Cheshire Mouldings Ducati since their change of manufacturer this year, holding off Haslam to become the sixth different podium finisher so far this season.

The triple win puts Ray at the top of the standings by 12 points ahead of the next round of the season at Snetterton next month.

Bradley Ray (28) battled Glenn Irwin (2) to win Race Three at Donington Park by 0.396-second. BSB photo.

Bradley Ray swept the British Superbike races at Donington Park. BSB photo.

Raceways Yamaha’s Bradley Ray Talks About His Weekend:

“I didn’t really expect to win all three races coming into the weekend – I knew we’d be strong but I didn’t think we’d be in a position to take the triple given how strong Glenn and Kyle were at the test.

“We worked well as a team all weekend, worked hard on used tyres to find our rhythm for the end of the race. Glenn kept me honest in the last race and that one was probably my best win of my BSB career, having to dig deep after Glenn came back to me towards the end!

“I had to find something in myself and the bike to keep him behind, and we did, so I’m happy for myself, Raceways Motorcycles, Yamaha and all my team to back up Saturday’s win with the Sunday double.”

Bennetts British Superbike Championship, Donington Park, Race 2 result:

1. Bradley Ray (Raceways Yamaha)

2. Kyle Ryde (OMG Nitrous Competitions Racing Yamaha) +1.110s

3. Glenn Irwin (Hager PBM Ducati) +1.899s

4. Rory Skinner (Cheshire Mouldings Ducati) +2.193s

5. Leon Haslam (Moto Rapido Ducati Racing) +4.061s

6. Josh Brookes (DAO Racing Honda) +4.272s

7. Andrew Irwin (Honda Racing UK) +6.435s

8. Tommy Bridewell (Honda Racing UK) +7.204s

9. Max Cook (AJN Steelstock Kawasaki) +7.615s

10. John McPhee (MasterMac Honda) +9.317s

Bennetts British Superbike Championship, Donington Park, Race 3 result:

1. Bradley Ray (Raceways Yamaha)

2. Glenn Irwin (Hager PBM Ducati) +0.396s

3. Rory Skinner (Cheshire Mouldings Ducati) +2.750s

4. Leon Haslam (Moto Rapido Ducati Racing) +3.667s

5. Kyle Ryde (OMG Nitrous Competitions Racing Yamaha) +9.407s

6. Josh Brookes (DAO Racing Honda) +12.465s

7. Tommy Bridewell (Honda Racing UK) +13.065s

8. Danny Kent (McAMS Racing Yamaha) +13.840s

9. Christian Iddon (AJN Steelstock Kawasaki) +14.681s

10. Max Cook (AJN Steelstock Kawasaki) +15.038s

Bennetts British Superbike Championship standings:

1. Bradley Ray (Raceways Yamaha) 86

2. Glenn Irwin (Hager PBM Ducati) 74

3. Kyle Ryde (OMG Nitrous Competitions Racing Yamaha) 66

4. Leon Haslam (Moto Rapido Ducati Racing) 65

5. Rory Skinner (Cheshire Mouldings Ducati) 47

6. Josh Brookes (DAO Racing Honda) 44

7. Danny Kent (McAMS Racing Yamaha) 35

8. Tommy Bridewell (Honda Racing UK) 33

9. Christian Iddon (AJN Steelstock Kawasaki) 24

10. Storm Stacey (Bathams AJN Racing BMW) 23

For more information on the Bennetts British Superbike Championship visit www.britishsuperbike.com

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CSBK: Collins Wins Again In Supersport At Shannonville

John Ulrich

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May 18, 2025

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CSBK: Collins Wins Again In Supersport At Shannonville

Collins wins shortened Supersport race two at Shannonville

The Canadian Storm continued to steal the show at the Bridgestone CSBK opener on Sunday, as Torin Collins capped off a perfect weekend with a race two victory in the Pro Supersport class at Shannonville Motorsport Park.

Collins faced far more adversity than in his runaway win on Saturday, fending off a lap one assault from defending champion Sebastien Tremblay as part of a six-rider group in the early stages.

After clearing Tremblay and resisting a charge from Trevor Daley, it was Matt Simpson who began to pose the biggest threat as he climbed his way back from a poor start to lap faster than everyone on track – including Collins out front.

Unfortunately, an incidental collision between Daley and Simpson exiting the turn five hairpin would cause a brake failure for Simpson off the end of the long back straightaway, resulting in a terrifying crash for the 2023 championship runner-up.

Simpson thankfully avoided any critical injuries and is expected to make a full recovery.

The crash would force a red flag stoppage, however, with an eight-lap restart as a result of the race not meeting half-distance.

This time it was Daley who would grab the holeshot, igniting an epic first-lap battle between himself and Collins as they traded places in turn five and down the back straightaway.

Collins would then make the race-winning move in spectacular fashion into the Allen’s chicane, barely getting his Novalda Suzuki stopped as he moved past Daley and began to stretch his lead once again.

The 19-year-old would run a comfortable pace the rest of the way to escape with a second career victory in the Supersport category, confirming himself as the favourite for the 2025 middleweight crown.

“I didn’t think I was getting the bike stopped on that pass, to be honest. I was all over the place there,” Collins laughed, before acknowledging his strong opening round with a broom gesture. “Pole position, one win, now two wins – that’s a weekend sweep!”

Sunday’s Supersport podium from Shannonville Motorsport Park (L-R): Sebastien Tremblay (3rd), Torin Collins (1st), and Trevor Daley (2nd). Photo by Rob O’Brien/CSBK

As for Daley, the OneSpeed Suzuki rider mounted an excellent comeback from seventh on the grid to claim an excellent runner-up finish, moving to second in the championship after round one.

“First of all, I just want to send my thoughts to Matt Simpson, I hope he’s okay. That looked pretty scary,” said Daley from the podium. “I got a great start, couldn’t quite hang with Torin but I have to give a huge thanks to Suzuki. The bike is great, and to have three of us up here is pretty awesome.”

Tremblay would take third to complete a different kind of sweep for Suzuki, as they locked out the podium thanks to the S.T. Motorsports rider. While he was unable to launch a last-lap pass on Daley, the consecutive third-place finishes will keep Tremblay’s hopes of a title defence in good shape as he takes a 17-point deficit into round two at AMP.

Elliot Vieira held onto fourth for GP Bikes Ducati after a great start of his own, running with the lead group both before and after the restart before ultimately settling into a comfortable position aboard his V2 Panigale.

Another couple of laps and Vieira may not have been as lucky, however, as the hard-charging duo of Andrew Van Winkle and Alex Michel were quickly reeling in the Ducati rider in the final moments.

Van Winkle would settle for an impressive fifth after starting from 12th on the grid for Mountainview Motorsports Suzuki, finishing tops amongst the “old-gen” machines on his GSX-R600.

That was just narrowly ahead of fellow old-gen rider Alex Michel, who earned an impressive sixth for SpeedFactory67 Kawasaki as he matched the pace of the leaders in the late stages aboard his ZX-6R Ninja.

The podium lockout for Suzuki will give them a commanding early lead in the Supersport Constructors Championship, while Ducati moves past Yamaha for second after Simpson’s unfortunate crash, just 45 points adrift of Suzuki thanks to the performances of Vieira and Philip DeGama-Blanchet (eighth).

The Supersport category will return for round two at Atlantic Motorsport Park in Nova Scotia, a favourite circuit of reigning champion Tremblay as he looks to chase down Collins atop the 2025 standings.

Full results can be found on the series’ official website: www.csbk.ca

Canadian Superbike: Dumas Sweeps Opener At Shannonville

John Ulrich

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May 18, 2025

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Canadian Superbike: Dumas Sweeps Opener At Shannonville

Dumas holds off Young to sweep CSBK opener at Shannonville

Alex Dumas celebrated his switch to BMW with a weekend sweep on Sunday, securing a second consecutive victory to begin the 2025 Bridgestone Canadian Superbike Championship in round one at Shannonville Motorsport Park.

Dumas had already claimed pole position and a race one victory to kickstart his Economy Lube BMW tenure, fending off Jordan Szoke and Ben Young in a dramatic battle on Saturday, and it was a similar task for him in race two as he chased a perfect start to the campaign.

The 2021 GP Bikes Pro Superbike champion got a great start from the front of the grid and led virtually from start to finish, but it was hardly a straightforward race as he dealt with a five-rider group all over his rear wheel in the opening laps.

Heading that group was Sam Guerin, who was eyeing a much-needed victory after a mechanical issue knocked him out of the battle for the win on Saturday.

Guerin was seemingly lining up a move for the race lead when disaster struck once again, this time of his own doing as the EFC Group BMW rider crashed out of second-place and gave a slight bit of breathing room to Dumas at the midway point.

Dumas would stretch that gap to nearly 1.5 seconds before Young found his rhythm aboard the Van Dolder’s Home Team Honda, carving the gap down until he was eventually right on the rear wheel of Dumas.

The two championship rivals seemed set for a dramatic last-lap showdown, but Dumas defended beautifully – blocking a late pass attempt into the famed Allen’s chicane – to escape with another victory by only 0.134 seconds.

The 16th win of Dumas’ career moves the 22-year-old into a tie with Pascal Picotte for fourth on the all-time Superbike list, trailing only Jordan Szoke (78), Steve Crevier (26), and Ben Young (21) – celebrating that feat next to two of them as Young and Szoke joined him on the podium.

“I wanted to just put my head down after the holeshot. It wasn’t a boring race, I could feel them pushing behind me the whole way, but I was able to hold my pace until the end,” Dumas said. “It feels great to be leading the championship again. I have to give a huge thanks to BMW and Fast Company, the bike feels amazing.”

While an opportunity to strike for the win never materialized, Young was content to exit his first weekend as a Honda rider tied for second in the championship, having come up only marginally short in both Superbike races thus far.

“It had been a difficult weekend, but the team was working really hard on the setup and we were able to make some progress yesterday and today,” Young said. “I fluffed the start again, but managed to fight back and break the gap to Alex. I thought about trying something, but it’s risk vs reward. We’re happy to take second today, and the bike is only going to get better so we’re in for a hell of a ride this season.”

While Szoke couldn’t maintain his pace to the end like in Saturday’s race, the CKM Kawasaki rider secured a sensible third-place as he cements himself as a legitimate championship contender once again in 2025.

“The setup worked a bit better in warmer conditions yesterday, and we didn’t really change it much. I was sliding a lot and had to make up for lost time, but ultimately I just tried to ride my race,” Szoke said. “Once Sam fell and I got caught up in lapped riders I just wanted to bring it home and not throw anything away chasing these guys. I know what this bike is capable of, so it’s great to be back on the podium again today.”

Sunday’s Superbike podium from Shannonville Motorsport Park (L-R): Jordan Szoke (3rd), Alex Dumas (1st), and Ben Young (2nd). Photo by Rob O’Brien/CSBK

Young and Szoke will exit round one tied on points after trading second and third-place results, with a 14-point gap separating the three title protagonists, though Young will move into the runner-up spot by virtue of finishing better in race two.

While Guerin’s title hopes will already be on thin ice, the vice-champion from a year ago was able to remount quickly and salvage eighth, crucially helping keep BMW ahead of Honda in the Superbike Constructors Championship.

The reigning Constructors winners will only hold a five-point advantage, however, as David MacKay continued to be an excellent wingman to Young for the ODH/Snow City Cycle Honda team, matching his career best in fourth.

MacKay was able to stick with the lead group for a little longer than in Saturday’s opener, running ahead of Young off the line and sticking with the leaders through lap three, something he will hope to build on in round two as he chases a first career Superbike podium.

The Honda resurgence continued with another top-five performance from Philip DeGama-Blanchet, as the 17-year-old exits round one a surprising fifth in the championship in just his second year as a pro.

The Mots Machining Honda star endured another epic race-long battle with Trevor Daley, looking extremely comfortable in his first weekend aboard a full-fledged Superbike.

Daley would again be the lead Suzuki rider in sixth, a terrific effort aboard his OneSpeed machine – a GSX-R750 set up largely for Supersport – as he looks forward to one of his favourite circuits in round two at AMP.

Zoltan Frast would stretch his lead in the Rookie of the Year standings, finishing a solid seventh for Clare’s Cycle BMW as the former Supersport frontrunner continues to look strong in his adjustment to the S1000RR.

Ben Young earned Sunday’s iteration of the FAST Hard Charger Award, chosen by FAST Riding School owner Martin Hamel, after his late-race comeback nearly spoiled Dumas’ perfect weekend.

The feature class will now prepare for round two in just under three weeks, as the series heads to the east coast and Atlantic Motorsport Park in Nova Scotia, June 6-8.

Full results can be found on the series’ official website: www.csbk.ca

WorldSBK: Race Two Results From Most

Mathilde Gasnier

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May 18, 2025

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Nicolo Bulega won World Superbike Race Two Sunday at Autodrom Most, in The Czech Republic. Riding his Aruba.it Racing – Ducati Panigale V4R, Bulega won the 22-lap race by just 0.027 second.

Toprak Razgatlioglu, on his ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team M1000RR, was a very close second.

Danilo Petrucci was third on his Barni Spark Racing Ducati, 16.242 seconds behind the race winner.

The Briton, Sam Lowes finish the race fourth on his ELF Marc VDS Racing Team Ducati Panigale V4R and Australian rider, Remy Gardner crossed the finish line fifth on his GYTR GRT Yamaha YZF R1.

American Garrett Gerloff went from 12th on the grid to 10th at the finish on his Kawasaki ZX-10RR.

For the championship, Razgatlioglu is 31 points behind his principal rival Bulega who has 252 points. Petrucci is third with 146 points.

Results wsbk race 2

ChampionshipStandings WSBK

More, from a press release issued by Dorna:

BATTLE FOR THE AGES: Bulega denies Razgatlioglu Most hat-trick after epic last-lap showdown. 0.027s separated the top two after a drag race to the line as all six manufacturers finished inside the top ten.

Nicolo Bulega (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) stunned Toprak Razgatlioglu (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) with an overtake to steal away the Race 2 win from ‘El Turco’ in the MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship. The venue is one the #1 historically dominates, however Bulega’s dramatic late overtake rained on the #1’s parade and prevented his hat-trick. The race’s first corner featured a chaotic incident which sent Alvaro Bautista (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) and Xavi Vierge (Honda HRC) tumbling, and a double long-lap penalty being applied to Jonathan Rea (Pata Maxus Yamaha) for irresponsible riding.

BULEGA AT THE BUZZER: The Italian outguns Razgatlioglu on the final straight for his 8^th win of 2025

Alvaro Bautista (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) and Rea traded paint at the first chicane, the collision sending Bautista sliding into Xavi Vierge (Honda HRC), ending the race for the pair of Spaniards and sending Vierge to the medical centre. After the dust cleared, Bulega led the race ahead of Razgatlioglu, Sam Lowes (ELF Marc VDS Racing Team) and Danilo Petrucci (Barni Spark Racing Team), and Jonathan Rea (Pata Maxus Yamaha) was applied a pair of long lap penalties for the Turn 1 crash by FIM WorldSBK Stewards. ‘El Turco’ was close behind Bulega however the #11 did well to hold off the #1 for the first half of the race. Turn 17 of Lap 12 was Toprak’s first assault on Bulega for P1, cutting inside, however on the home straight, Bulega caught up and steamed past him. Razgatlioglu caught Bulega by surprise on the Turn 2 switchback to wrestle P1 back, but ‘Bulegas’ hung around into the last laps of the race. Bulega was just close enough to close down Toprak’s lead, and on the exit of the final corner, he pipped Razgatlioglu for his first ever race win at Most and prevent the Turk’s hat-trick.

PETRUCCI ON THE PODIUM: three P3s for ‘Petrux’

Petrucci made a move on the inside on Sam Lowes to claim P3 from the Brit, the overtake earning ‘Petrux’ his 17^th WorldSBK podium and his third P3 podium of the weekend. Sam Lowes (ELF Marc VDS Racing Team) didn’t settle for P4 lying down, battling to the line with Petrucci and only crossing the line +0.176s behind. Remy Gardner (GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team) did well to come out on top in his battle with Axel Bassani (bimota by Kawasaki Racing Team), Iker Lecuona (Honda HRC) and others for P5. Bassani finished P6 behind the Australian, just over a second behind Gardner. Lecuona battled with the two riders in front of him throughout the contest, losing a touch of pace as the race wound down, finishing P7 with a more than a second margin ahead and behind him.

MONTELLA TOP ROOKIE AGAIN: The Barni Spark rider takes P8

Yari Montella (Barni Spark Racing Team) demonstrated despite being a rookie he has pace in spades, pipping Andrea Locatelli (Pata Maxus Yamaha) for P8. Locatelli’s lukewarm weekend ended with another P9 after the same result in his Tissot Superpole Race. Kawasaki’s sole rider, Garrett Gerloff (Kawasaki WorldSBK Team) finished his weekend at Most with a P10, his best result of the season so far. Dominique Aegerter (GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team) finished P11, just under half a second ahead of Scott Redding (MGM BONOVO Racing) in P12. Rea landed in the points for the second time this weekend after serving his two Long Lap Penalties, just ahead of Michael van der Mark (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) in P14 by just 0.342s. Rounding out the point-scoring positions, Alex Lowes (bimota by Kawasaki Racing Team) did well to salvage a point after being ran off the track by the opening-corner chaos to start the race which forced him to run through the gravel. Ryan Vickers (Motocorsa Racing) finished P16, just ahead of fellow rookie Bahattin Sofuoglu (Yamaha Motoxracing WorldSBK Team) who crossed the finish line only +0.171s behind the British rider; Sofuoglu was given a Long Lap Penalty for course-cutting at Turn 1.

ROUGH DAY FOR HONDA: Three DNFs

Xavi Vierge was an unfortunate recipient of contact after Bautista and Rea bumped one another, sending him to the medical centre after he was sent into the gravel. Tarran Mackenzie’s (PETRONAS MIE Honda Racing Team) weekend at Most ended on a frustrating note as he crashed for the second time on the weekend going into Turn 1 on Lap 3. Later on, his teammate Zaqhwan Zaidi (PETRONAS MIE Honda Racing Team) and Tito Rabat (Yamaha Motoxracing WorldSBK Team) were forced to retire with a tech issue.

The top six from the WorldSBK Race 2: Full results here!

1. Nicolo Bulega (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati)

2. Toprak Razgatlioglu (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) +0.027s

3. Danilo Petrucci (Barni Spark Racing Team) +16.276s

4. Sam Lowes (ELF Marc VDS Racing Team) 16.452s

5. Remy Gardner (GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team) +20.703s

6. Axel Bassani (bimota by Kawasaki Racing Team) +21.774s

Fastest lap: Toprak Razgatlioglu (BMW) – 1’30.379s

Championship standings
1. Nicolo Bulega (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) 252 points

2. Toprak Razgatlioglu (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) 221

3. Danilo Petrucci (Barni Spark Racing Team) 146

4. Alvaro Bautista (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) 141

5. Andrea Locatelli (Pata Maxus Yamaha) 127

6. Sam Lowes (ELF Marc VDS Racing Team) 102

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Yamaha Thailand Racing Team Sets Objectives & Announces Riders

March 23, 2024

Yamaha Thailand Racing Team Sets Ambitious Objectives And Announces 2024 Rider Lineup

As the Yamaha Thailand Racing Team (YTRT) gears up for the 2024 season, we are proud to announce our ambitious objectives for the year ahead and build on our 2023 experience.

Bangkok, Thailand – 20 March, 2024: With extensive experience working in international motorsports, YTRT aims to leverage our rich history and experience to excel in the competitive world-championship environment while competing in the 2024 WorldSSP championship series.

Since the inception of motorsports in Thailand, Yamaha Thailand Racing has been at the forefront of the racing scene. With countless victories and championships to our name, we have been trailblazers for Thailand on the world stage. From the dominance of the Siam Yamaha Racing Team in the 1970s and 1980s to our current status as championship winners in both national and international race series, YTRT has established a winning reputation within the motorsports industry.

In 2023, Yamaha Thailand Racing Team made history by becoming the first Thai team to compete in the World Supersport class of the FIM Superbike World Championship. This prestigious series attracts a global audience and is a testament to our commitment to excellence on the international stage. As the only Thai team in the WorldSBK paddock, YTRT is committed to raising our professional standards and profile while competing at the highest level of motorsports and establishing ourselves as a world-class racing team.

Yamaha Thailand Racing Team will focus on a year of growth and progress as we develop our riders and continue to build a leading Thai motorsports team.

2024 Rider Lineup

Name: Anupab Sarmoon #51

Team: Yamaha Thailand Racing Team

Motorcycle: Yamaha YZF-R6

Date of Birth: 09 December, 1993

Birthplace: Chiang Mai

Anupab Sarmoon will be entering his second season with Yamaha Thailand Racing Team in the 2024 WorldSSP championship. With notable achievements including finishing fourth overall in the 2022 Asia Road Racing Championship and solid performances in the 2023 WorldSSP season, Sarmoon is poised to take a positive step forward in his international racing career.

Name: Krittapat Keankum #39

Team: Yamaha Thailand Racing Team

Motorcycle: Yamaha YZF-R6

Date of Birth: 22 February, 2005

Birthplace: Nonthabuuri

Krittapat Keankum, a rising talent, joins Yamaha Thailand Racing Team for the 2024 WorldSSP season. After a successful campaign in the R3 bLU cRU championship, finishing sixth in the standings, Keankum is ready to step up to the challenge of racing the supersport Yamaha R6 and aims to showcase his skills on the international stage and the opportunity to progress among Yamaha alumni.

As we embark on the 2024 season, Yamaha Thailand Racing Team is committed to pushing the boundaries of excellence and representing Thailand with pride on the world stage.

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KTM Says It Has Secured Funding For Restructuring

May 20, 2025

KTM-RC16-COTA-gougis-DSC_0040_1747785034 — A KTM RC16 in the garage at Circuit of The Americas for the Red Bull Grand Prix of The Americas in 2025. Photo by Michael Gougis.

KTM has the money it needs to emerge from bankruptcy protection, the company said in a statement released just before the court-imposed deadline to raise the money needed to continue operations.

“As announced, the creditors of KTM AG, KTM Components GmbH and KTM Forschungs & Entwicklungs GmbH approved a restructuring plan quota of 30% on February 25, 2025, payable by May 23, 2025. The total amount required to finance the quota under the three restructuring plans amounts to approx. EUR 600 million,” PIERER Mobility AG said in a statement posted in its corporate newsroom.

“PIERER Mobility AG and KTM AG have received financing commitments, subject to the execution of the requisite agreements, which will ensure that the quota payments to fulfill the restructuring plans of KTM AG, KTM Components GmbH and KTM Forschungs- & Entwicklungs GmbH can be fulfilled on time by May 23, 2025.”

KTM ceased production and asked for court-supervised self-restructuring proceedings after debts ran to nearly two billion Euros and unsold motorcycle inventories were reported in the range of 130,000 units. Since then, an Austrian court has approved a restructuring plan in which creditors would receive 30 percent of the money due to them.

Bajaj, the Indian conglomerate that is already a partner of KTM, last week announced that it had secured a loan for just over 600 million Euros, leading to speculation that the company would take a greater stake in KTM operations. However, the company did not specifically state that in its announcement.

KTM has said it plans to continue MotoGP World Championship activities.

Buell Expands Global Distribution, Re-Enters U.K. Market

May 20, 2025

H70A2599_1747780648-e1747780701378 — Buell Motorcycle Company is returning to the U.K. Market with a partner, forming the Buell MotorBike UK division. Buell photo