MotoAmerica: Josh Hayes Subbing For Olmedo In Supersport At Brainerd

David Swarts

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July 28, 2022

MotoAmerica: Josh Hayes Subbing For Olmedo In Supersport At Brainerd

Josh Hayes Fills In For Kevin Olmedo on the N2 Racing Yamaha YZF-R6 in SuperSport.

Media, PA – July 2022 – Josh Hayes will ride the N2 Racing Yamaha YZF-R6 in the MotoAmerica SuperSport class at Brainerd International Raceway on July 29 – 31st. Josh will be riding in place of N2 Racing’s full-time SuperSport rider, Kevin Olmedo, who is recovering from Guillain-Barre Syndrome at home in El Salvador. Kevin is hopeful to make a quick recovery and rejoin the team, but there is no timeline for Olmedo’s return at the moment.

Josh Hayes is currently riding the N2 Racing/BobbleHeadMoto Yamaha YZF-R1 in the N2/WERA National Endurance Series by Dunlop where the team recently team scored their first overall win at Roebling Road Raceway. Hayes brings an incredible amount of experience to the team that will help develop the Yamaha YZF-R6 in Olmedo’s absence.

Josh Hayes – “I am very thankful that N2 has entrusted me their Yamaha YZF-R6 during this tough time. After riding with Kevin Olmedo and working with them at Roebling Road Raceway during the N2/WERA National Endurance Race, I know the level of the equipment and how tight they are as a team. I hope I can do a good job at Brainerd in Kevin’s absence, and I look forward to gridding up with Kevin soon.”

Shiloh Salopek (Crew Chief) – “I am saddened to hear about Kevin’s recent diagnosis. Our team stands beside Kevin and his family during his road to recovery and we look forward to when he will be healthy enough to be back on his Yamaha YZF-R6 fighting for podiums. I also would like to say thanks to Josh for being willing and able to fill in for Kevin at Brainerd International on such short notice.”

About N2: N2 – Ride, Race, Learn.

Founded in 2014, N2’s mission is to build a sustainable motorcycle community through safe, structured motorcycle track days, advanced rider training programs based on Yamaha Champions Riding School teaching methods, with a strong affinity for motorcycle road racing. N2 successfully resurrected Motorcycle Endurance Racing in America partnering with WERA Roadracing and creating the N2/WERA National Endurance Series by Dunlop. N2 is a premier participant in the MotoAmerica Pro Racing Series with a multi-rider team competing in several classes. N2 is also a major contributor to the Roadracing World Action Fund through fundraising efforts and support from its large member base.

N2 Racing is proudly sponsored by: Dunlop Motorcycle Tire, Yamaha Motor Corporation USA, Dainese, BobbleHeadMoto, Karnes Performance, Trading Paint, GB Racing, Westby Racing, Attack Performance, Robem Engineering, Puig, Eazi Grip, ProBolt, SBS Brakes and Yamaha Champions Riding School.

For More Information: www.n2td.org

MotoAmerica: Petrucci Aiming To Retake Superbike Point Lead At Brainerd

David Swarts

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July 28, 2022

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MotoAmerica: Petrucci Aiming To Retake Superbike Point Lead At Brainerd

MotoAmerica Round 7 – Game on For Danilo Petrucci and Ducati as MotoAmerica Heads to Brainerd

The Great Lakes racetrack of Brainerd in Minnesota plays host to a crucial round seven on MotoAmerica 2022

Sunnyvale, Calif. — The iconic Upper Midwest racing facility of Brainerd International Raceway plays host to a crucial round of the 2022 MotoAmerica Superbike Championship this weekend.

Erstwhile championship leader Danilo Petrucci (Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati NYC) is in a determined mood after some much-needed rest and relaxation since the previous round at Laguna Seca, heading back to Italy to represent Ducati North America at the 2022 Word Ducati Week at Misano.

Petrucci knows this round is vital for his hopes of claiming a first MotoAmerica Superbike Championship, with the series effectively starting from zero as Jake Gagne is only three points clear of Petrucci, 215-212, with four rounds and potentially 200 points up for grabs.

Danilo Petrucci (Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati NYC – #9):

“After Laguna Seca, I went to Miami for a few days holiday, then went back home for the World Ducati Week,” Petrucci said. “It’s nice to see these people’s passion for Ducati and motorcycles in general. It was very hot, but a wonderful experience. It’s my third WDW, and it never disappoints. I had been testing in Brainerd a few months ago. It’s quite a unique track, and that test will greatly help us with the setup. I want to get back the title lead that I lost at Laguna, and I will be looking for the top step of the podium this weekend.”

The Brainerd MotoAmerica Superbike action kicks off on Friday, July 29 at 10:20 AM CDT with the opening practice session. Race one is scheduled for Saturday, July 30 at 3:10 PM CDT and race two goes green on Sunday, July 31 at 3:10 PM CDT.

MotoAmerica: RST Supplies Team Hammer For Ultimate Rider Safety

David Swarts

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July 28, 2022

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MotoAmerica: RST Supplies Team Hammer For Ultimate Rider Safety

RST SUPPLIES TEAM HAMMER FOR THE ULTIMATE RIDER SAFETY

Team Hammer’s racers are relying on RST leathers once again during the 2022 MotoAmerica AMA/FIM North American Road Racing Championship season.

RST has been committed to providing the ultimate rider safety and protection for more than three decades. Its leathers have achieved remarkable success globally in both its racing and commercial pursuits by consistently delivering outstanding performance, protection, and value.

As part of the agreement with Team Hammer, Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki pilots Jake Lewis, Richie Escalante, Samuel Lochoff, Tyler Scott, and Liam Grant have been outfitted in RST’s top-of-the-line V4.1 Airbag one-piece leathers in ’22 and at times have crash tested the RST leathers.

Zoe Turner, RST’s Race Department Manager, said, “Following a successful 2021 season, culminating in winning the MotoAmerica Supersport Championship, we were delighted to extend our agreement with Team Hammer for 2022. The team is once again wearing RST’s flagship one-piece leather suit, the V4.1, fitted with the very latest In&Motion airbag technology, offering the highest possible protection, style and comfort.

“The entire RST team is extremely proud to be working with Team Hammer again and we wish Richie, Jake, Sam, Tyler and Liam continued success!”

Constructed with a 60/40 ratio of the highest quality kangaroo and cowhide leathers, the V4.1 was developed to provide maximum protection and comfort in the most extreme competitive conditions. Featuring Aramid reinforcement, a full suite of level 2 CE certified armor, and integrated and upgradable airbag technology, the V4.1 was originally designed for use at the elite level. That security is available for street riders as well, as leathers featuring exact same specification and made alongside those worn by the Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki riders are available for purchase at all RST dealers.

“Our riders have crashed about 15 times so far this season and we need a quality product to keep them in the championship,” said Team Hammer’s Chris Ulrich. “The RST V4.1 suit is fantastic safety-wise but also easy to maintain. The airbag can be recharged without sending it back to the factory so it is a great product we rely on.”

ABOUT TEAM HAMMER

The 2022 season marks Team Hammer’s 42nd consecutive year of operating as a professional road racing team. Racebikes built and fielded by Team Hammer have won 129 AMA Pro and MotoAmerica National races, have finished on AMA Pro and MotoAmerica National podiums 342 times and have won 11 AMA Pro and MotoAmerica National Championships, as well as two FIM South American Championships (in Superbike and Supersport.) The team has also won 137 endurance races overall (including seven 24-hour races) and 13 Overall WERA National Endurance Championships with Suzuki motorcycles, and holds the U.S. record for mileage covered in a 24-hour race. The team also competed in the televised 1990s Formula USA National Championship, famously running “Methanol Monster” GSX-R1100 Superbikes fueled by methanol, and won four F-USA Championships.

About RST

RST is a British motorcycling apparel brand with market-leading presence in the UK, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa.

The brand’s racing pedigree is evident in its status of Official Safety Partner for the Isle of Man TT, along with the numerous race wins and championships its riders have achieved globally. RST riders for the 2022 season include Kenny Foray (FSBK & WEC), Sylvain Guintoli (EWC & MotoGP Test Rider), Alex Lowes (WSBK), Ian Hutchinson (16 x Isle of Man TT winner), Barry Baltus (Moto 2), Alan Techer (WEC). The team behind RST, the vast majority of which are passionate motorcyclists, have an obsession with safety and rider protection. Having been recently acquired by Bihr NV, the largest motorcycle parts, accessories and rider gear distributor in Continental Europe, RST is set for significant global growth thanks to its core principles of quality products alongside unrivalled value.

MotoAmerica: How To Watch All The Action From Brainerd

David Swarts

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July 28, 2022

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MotoAmerica: How To Watch All The Action From Brainerd

MotoAmerica: How To Watch the MotoAmerica Superbikes at Minnesota

It’s All Here: How To Not Miss A Bit Of The Action

Everything you need to know to watch all the racing from Brainerd, MN!

Aprilia Bringing Tuareg 660 Experience To Baja California, Mexico

David Swarts

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July 28, 2022

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Aprilia Bringing Tuareg 660 Experience To Baja California, Mexico

APRILIA INTRODUCES THE TUAREG EXPERIENCE TO NORTH AMERICA, WITH A DREAM ADVENTURE RIDE THROUGH BAJA CALIFORNIA

APRILIA OFFERS THE POSSIBILITY TO ALL MOTORCYCLISTS TO DIVE INTO THE WORLD OF ADVENTURE ON THE SADDLE OF THE APRILIA TUAREG 660, THE NEW TECHNOLOGICAL REFERENCE AMONG ADVENTURE BIKES

NEW YORK – Born to explore the world and designed to be a companion in everyday adventures, offroad and on the road, the Aprilia Tuareg 660 is now available to all those who wish to test its qualities and satisfy their thirst for discovery.

A unique experiential opportunity for those who crave a mix of tarmac and terra firma, and environment that spans from coast to crestline, the Aprilia Tuareg Experience for Baja California is an evocative motorcycle journey that celebrates the best of Baja, with Italian performance and style.

The experience is a guided adventure which includes rental of an Aprilia Tuareg 660, as well as all meals and lodging. Spanning 6 total days, the activity begins in San Diego, California in a loop that brings the tour on and off-road to Ensenada, San Felipe, LA Bay, Cataviña and back north for an unforgettable journey that celebrates the best mix of dirt, asphalt, sea salt and petrol. Join Aprilia in the first North American activity of its kind, crossing borders and terrain, on the adventure categories most exciting new offering.

The tour will include a limited group participation, with an expectation of riding most of the day on each day, over a variety of technical roads and environments. Experienced motorcyclists, with a minimum intermediate capability of experience in dual-sport are encouraged to join. The itinerary will cover more than 1000 miles, over six days, which is detailed below.

Day 1 – San Diego – Ensenada

After arriving in San Diego to meet for a reception dinner the night before, guests are now ready to ride, and assigned their machines for the journey. The first day is a taste test of all terrain, from the coastline of San Diego, through the mountains and into the desert before cutting back through Mexico toward the coast for the night. The ride heads east through the Otay Mountain Wilderness, with a mix of twisty roads and off-road terrain before arriving at the Tecate border crossing into Baja California. Once over the border the group will head southwest through the villa de Guadelipe on the Ruta de Vino, and into Ensenada where the first day ends in time to appreciate the unmatched sunset over the Pacific Ocean.

Day 2 – Ensenada – San Felipe

The second day is not for the faint of heart, the tour goes full gas, nearly 275 miles the San Martir Mountains National Park, tracing the steps of the hill climb, to arrive at the Observatory for a beautiful lunch vista. The group heads down and out to the Gulf of California, where the second day of riding will end in San Felipe.

Day 3 – San Felipe to Bahia de los Angeles

The journey continues south on the third day, again taking in coastal views, this time from the east, mixing dirt and asphalt along the way. The trip begins to show the real capability of these middle weight bikes now as the road opens up in the desert landscape on the east side of baja. With the miles adding up the group arrives at the southernmost part of the trip, in the “Bay of LA”.

Day 4 – Bahia de Los Angeles to Cataviña

Heading north from Bahia de Los Angeles, the fourth day will be a test of mixed road conditions traversing the interior of Baja. A mixed desert landscape, the tour will navigate across the desert spending long stretches off-road. After many challenging miles in the desert, putting a kickstand down will be especially rewarding when arriving in Cataviña, with a chance to remove the boots, wash away the dust, and enjoy some well-deserved refreshment.

Day 5 – Cataviña to Ensenada

The tour heads to the Pacific coastline for the penultimate day of the activity, closing the loop as we head back into Ensenada. The coastline is celebrated for its open nature, giving the group many chances to take in sights turning in and out of the disparate coastline roads, asphalt, gravel, sand is all on the menu for the day, and with a bit of luck and good timing, some celebrated seafood of Ensenada before setting out on our final day.

DAY 6 – Ensenada to San Diego

On the last ride day, the tour takes a casual detour throughout the remaining coastal cities as the parade of Tuareg 660’s inch closer to the Tijuana border. A more casual day, mixed with a few sites, some last delicious bites, and a hope of limited traffic to arrive back in San Diego to complete the tour. With many miles, countless smiles, and some new riding stories the group wraps up with a nice meal before parting ways.

EVENT DETAILS

Aprilia Tuareg 660 Experience – Baja California

October 23-30, 2022

For More Information: http://www.aprilia.com/

Tickets Available at: https://aprilia.ticketspice.com/tuareg-experience-2022-baja

MotoAmerica: Scholtz Going To Brainerd “More Determined Than Ever”

David Swarts

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July 28, 2022

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MotoAmerica: Scholtz Going To Brainerd “More Determined Than Ever”

Westby Racing Is Ready To Go For The Maximum In Minnesota This Weekend

Tulsa, OK – Round seven of the 2022 MotoAmerica AMA/FIM North American Road Racing Championship starts this Friday at Brainerd International Raceway (BIR) in Brainerd, Minnesota.

For Westby Racing and their Superbike rider Mathew Scholtz, Brainerd is a critical round. The time is now to recover the valuable points lost in the championship hunt over the past few rounds and put the #11 Westby Racing Yamaha YZF-R1 on top of the podium in both MotoAmerica Superbike races this weekend.

BIR is a challenging road course, and some changes during the off-season should make for exciting racing. After MotoAmerica’s first visit to the upper Midwest venue last year, the track revised the curbing in turns 6 and 8, repaved the chicane, and improved turn 10, which should yield even quicker lap times this year, something that Mathew and the team look forward to after earning the pole position at Laguna Seca, MotoAmerica’s most-recent round.

Mathew has five runner-up finishes and a race win so far this season. He knows that he’s got the talent, the bike, and the team behind him to close the gap to current championship leader Jake Gagne.

“Unfortunately, we struggled at the two West Coast rounds,” Mathew said. “But we’re coming into Minnesota more determined than ever. I had two podium finishes last year at Brainerd, and with the improvements to the track this year, plus the improvements that we’ve made to our bike, I’m confident that we can challenge for two wins this weekend.”

Superbike final qualifying is on Saturday morning at 10:15 a.m. CT. Superbike race one will go green on Saturday afternoon at 3:10 p.m. CT and will be broadcast via tape delay on FOX Sports 2 (FS2) at 10 p.m. ET. Superbike race two is on Sunday afternoon also at 3:10 p.m. CT and will be broadcast via tape delay on FS2 at 7 p.m. ET.

For all the action from Brainerd International Raceway, as it happens, subscribe to MotoAmerica Live+, which is MotoAmerica’s live streaming and on-demand service. To find out more about how to watch MotoAmerica, click HERE

Meet Mathew, Get An Autographed Poster, And More

Mathew will be available for autographs during the Dunlop Hot Pit Walk & Autograph Session, scheduled for 11 to 11:40 a.m. Sunday on pit lane at BIR. He and the team will be handing out free posters and T-shirts, so don’t miss it.

Check Out The Westby Racing Sponsor Showcase

Eazi-Grip Racing Products and NGK Spark Plugs USA, Inc., are the featured team sponsors on display in the Westby Racing paddock area this race weekend, so be sure to stop by to say hello and learn about some of the companies that support the team.

For more updates about Westby Racing, including news, photos, and videos, visit https://www.WestbyRacing.com

Also, follow “Westby Racing” on your favorite social media sites.

MotoAmerica: Josh Hayes Racing In Final Two Supersport Rounds

David Swarts

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July 27, 2022

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MotoAmerica: Josh Hayes Racing In Final Two Supersport Rounds

Four-time AMA Pro Superbike Champion Josh Hayes will race in the final two rounds of the 2022 MotoAmerica Supersport Championship.

“I’m excited to announce that the Squid Hunter guys called and they want to join up again and try to go win a couple more Supersport races in MotoAmerica,” Hayes announced Wednesday via a video on his social media accounts. “So, you guys will be seeing me riding that Squid Hunter #4 R6 Yamaha at New Jersey [Motorsports Park] and at Barber [Motorsports Park] to finish up the season, and hopefully, hunting will be good.”

After riding the Squid Hunter Yamaha YZF-R6 to a very close fourth-place finish in the MotoAmerica Daytona 200 in March, Hayes returned for a one-off appearance at VIRginia International Raceway and won MotoAmerica Supersport Race One.

The win at VIR was the 84^th MotoAmerica/AMA race win of 47-year-old Hayes’ career. He is second behind all-time race win leader Miguel Duhamel, who has 86 victories.

California Roadrace Association: Ketelsen, Prince Win Big At Buttonwillow

David Swarts

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July 27, 2022

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California Roadrace Association: Ketelsen, Prince Win Big At Buttonwillow

California Roadrace Association 2022 Round 3 at Buttonwillow Raceway Park: Bryce Prince, Brenden Ketelsen, Jasmine Nichols Shine!

(Buttonwillow, CA) – California Roadrace Association (CRA) hosted the third round of the 2022 season at Buttonwillow Raceway Park July 23-24; sponsored by Dunlop Motorcycle Tires & Racer’s Edge Performance. Riders braved the heat which resulted in several exciting races running Configuration 1 in the clockwise direction. It was a bit of a departure for most racers as Config 13 is the standard most are accustomed to.

CRA’s “Racers First” focus continued this weekend with custom trophies for all race classes, podium celebrations, racer payouts and Fosters Freeze (Sanger, CA) hosting our first ever Saturday night Ice Cream Social along with our BBQ festivities. The ice cream was the perfect ending to a very hot day of racing.

“Peak temps hit 105 F trackside and I believe our racers felt the heat mirrored the energy in the paddock all weekend,” said CRA Co-Founder Lyle Geoffrey Brown.

Racing action started off with Jack Bakken, on his Wawa Racing BMW S1000RR, taking the win in the 18-lap 61DTC 1000GT race. He was followed in second place by a KTM 1290 Super Duke R-mounted by Eric Gulbransen and Steve Zoumaras aboard his Kawasaki ZX-10R in third.

Bryce Prince showed up on his BPR Tuning Yamaha R1 and dominated the weekend in each class he entered. He took first in the TrackDaz Expert 1000 Superbike over Bakken on his Wawa Racing BMW S1000RR. Prince continued his victory streak taking P1 in the RIDERZLAW Gold Cup from pole position, with a blistering pace and best lap time of 1:48.796 over Brenden Ketelsen on his Graves Kawasaki ZX-6R. Prince completed the trifecta with a first in CTML Consultants Expert 1000 Supersport.

Ketelsen, on board his Graves Kawasaki ZX-6R, was ready for battle. He took wins in Blud Lubricants Expert 600 Supersport and Carters@theTrack Expert 600 Superbike over Declan Van Rosmalen and Keir Leonhardt, both riding Yamaha R6’s. In the 61DTC 600 GT 18-lap race, Ketelsen came in for the win with Cody Wyman on his Yamaha YZF-R7 edging out Declan for second place in the 600 GT Race.

Jasmine Nicols and Jesse Sims put on an absolute clinic this weekend racing every class their Ninja 400s were legal to enter. These two scrapped from start to finish! Nicols and Sims split wins in Feel Like a Pro 400 Superbike and Supersport along with Sims taking first over Nicols in the 16-lap Feel Like a Pro 400GT race. Nicols took the win in the Bellissimoto Twins GrandPix over Sims, In the Bellissimoto Battle of the Twins race, Justin Boronaro clinched first on board his Aprilia 660 with Sims and Nicols in tow.

“CRA wants to thank every racer and sponsor that supports and continues to support the club. Without their involvement, the vision of CRA would be unattainable. Us four founders believe in this project with every ounce of our being and to see it coming to fruition is astounding. We still have a long road ahead of us and will continue to grow and support club racing to the best of our ability,” said CRA Co-Founder Gigi Chow.

Round 4 of CRA competition will be held the weekend of August 20-21 at Buttonwillow Raceway Park on the super exciting and fast race Configuration 26 in counterclockwise direction.

For more information on CRA, visit their website at www.race-cra.com. Get licensed and let’s go racing.

#areyoucra #racecra #iamcra

CRA would like to thank their sponsors for their support:

Dunlop Motorcycle Tires, Racer’s Edge Performance, RiderzLaw, Feel Like A Pro, CTML Consultants, Motorsport Exotica, VnM Sport, TrackDaz, Let’s Ride Track Days, Carters@theTrack, Fun Track Dayz, Pirelli, 61 DTC, CT Racing, Blood x Sweat x Tears Vodka, Fosters Freeze (Sanger, CA), Blud Lubricants, Bellissimoto, AZAD Wheels, Action Sports Canopies, Boxo USA, Captit Performance, ASV, KYT Helmets, Thermal Technology, Mullico, LIFEAID/FITAID, Suspension Matters, Lieto Factory, CinePixel Productions, The Heights Restaurant & Bar, Cha Cha Cha Motorsports, Maria Cid Insurance Agency, 844-MY-MOTOW.

Round 3 Results

Bellissimo Twins GT

1. Cody Wyman (Yam YZF-R7)

2. Justin Bordonaro (Apr RS 660)

Feel Like A Pro 400 GT

1. Jessie Sims (Kaw 400)

2. Jasmin Nichols (Kaw 400)

3. Bernard Roman (Yam YZF-R3)

4. Stephen Ludwig (Yam YZF-R3)

5. Tony Nolley (Kaw 400)

6. Shaughn Reid (Kaw 400)

Motorsport Exotica Sportsman

1. Miguel Romero (Duc 1199)

2. Fernando Alvarez (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Christopher Morris (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Jaycee Sterling (Suz GSX-R1000)

5. Ben Ingram (Duc 999)

6. Martin Robles (Yam YZF-R1)

61 DTC 1000 GT

1. Jack Bakken (BMW S1000RR)

2. Eric Gulbransen (KTM 1290 Super Duke R)

3. Steve Zoumaras (Kaw ZX-10R)

4. Jaakko Tiisstola (BMW S1000RR)

5. Adi Nureddin (BMW S1000RR)

6. Dexter Stuart (Apr RSV4)

61 DTC 600 GT

1. Brenden Ketelsen (Kaw ZX-6R)

2. Cody Wyman (Yam YZF-R7)

3. Declan Van Rosmalen (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Jeremy Tubman (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Fernando Alvarez (Yam YZF-R6)

6. Blake Gentry (Sun GSX-R600)

Ladies of CRA – Presented by Let’s Ride Trackdays

1. Shannon Deane (Apr RS 660)

2. Shelina Moreda (Duc Hypermotard)

3. Jasmine Nichols (Kaw 400)

4. Mercedes Cook (Yam YZF-R3)

5. Erinn Merlo (Kaw 400)

6. Julia Braverman (BMW S1000RR)

BST Vodka Formula 40 Heavyweight

1. David Price (BMW S1000RR)

2. Wes Farnsworth (APR RSV4)

3. Tyler Bojarsky (Yam YZF-R1)

4. Terry Heard (BMW S1000RR)

5. Fabrice Vilder (Yam YZF-R1)

6. Jaakko Tiistola (BMW S1000RR)

BST Vodka Formula 40 Middleweight

1. Oscar Fernandez (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Keir Leonhart (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Jeremy Taubman (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Michael Kim (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Carlo Manalo (Yam YZF-R6)

6. Ben Tilley (Yam YZF-R6)

Feel Like a Pro Amateur 400 Superbike

1. Jordan Colon (Yam YZF-R3)

2. Tony Nolley (Kaw 400)

3. Bernard Roman (Yam YZF-R3)

4. Mercedes Cook (Yam YZF-R3)

5. Erinn Merlow (Kaw 400)

6. Shaughn Reid (Kaw 400)

Feel Like a Pro Expert 400 Superbike

1. Jasmin Nichols (Kaw 400)

2. Jesse Sims (Kaw 400)

3. Christopher Lee (Yam YZF-R3)

Mullico Amateur 1000 Superbike

1. Aleks Palacios (Yam YZF-R1)

2. Jaycee Sterling (Suz GSX-R1000)

3. Martin Robles (Yam YZF-R1)

4. Joshua Scott (Apr RSV4)

TrackDaz Expert 1000 Superbike

1. Bryce Prince (Yam YZF-R1)

2. Jack Bakken (BMW S1000RR)

3. Wes Farnsworth (Apr RSV4)

4. Jason Rodriguez (Yam YZF-R1)

5. Matthew Testa (Yam YZF-R1)

6. Anibal Ivan Arias (BMW S1000RR)

Bellissimo Battle of the Twins

1. Justin Bordonaro (Apr RS 660)

2. Jesse Sims (Kaw 400)

3. Jasmine Nichols (Kaw 400)

Blud Lubricants Expert 600 Supersport

1. Brenden Ketelsen (Kaw ZX-6R)

2. Declan Van Rosmalen (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Keir Leonhardt (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Oscar Fernandez (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Igor Sakalov (MV Agusta F3)

6. Michael Kim (Yam YZF-R6)

LifeAid Amateur 600 Supersport

1. Christopher Morris (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Fernando Alvarez (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Chad Pocher (Tri 675R)

4. Josh Martin (Kaw ZX-6R)

5. Frank Haro (Yam YZF-R6)

6. Carlo Manalo (Yam YZF-R6)

BST Vodka F40 Lightweight

1. Jesse Sims (Kaw 400)

2. Shaughn Reid (Kaw 400)

3. Christopher Lee (Yam YZF-R3)

4. Erinn Merlo (Kaw 400)

5. Santiago Avila (Yam YZF-R3)

6. Tom Nichols (Kaw GPz550)

American Iron presented by Fosters Freeze (Sanger, CA)

1. Joshua Nichols (H-D)

2. Chris Rivas (H-D FLTR)

3. Jacob Praschnik (H-D XR1200)

4. Michael Kelly (H-D Sportster)

Formula E

1. Patrick McBride (Energica Ego+ RS)

Modern Vintage

1. Edward Hearn

Riderzlaw Gold Cup

1. Bryce Prince (Yam YZF-R1)

2. Brenden Ketelsen (Kaw ZX-6R)

3. Jack Bakken (BMW S1000RR)

4. Jason Rodriguez (Yam YZF-R1)

5. Wes Farnsworth (Apr RSV4)

6. Terry Heard (BMW S1000RR)

7. Tyler Bojarsky (Yam YZF-R1)

8. Jaakko Tiistola (BMW S1000RR)

9. Steve Zoumaras (Kaw ZX-10R)

Feel Like A Pro Amateur 400 Supersport

1. Jordon Colon (Yam YZF-R3)

2. Bernard Roman (Yam YZF-R3)

3. Shaughn Reid (Kaw 400)

4. Santiago Avila (Yam YZF-R3)

5. Erinn Merlo (Kaw 400)

6. Mercedes Cook (Yam YZF-R3)

Feel Like A Pro Expert 400 Supersport

1. Jesse Sims (Kaw 400)

2. Jasmin Nichols (Kaw 400)

3. Christopher Lee (Yam YZF-R3)

Bellissimoto Twins Grand Prix

1. Jasmine Nichols (Kaw 400)

2. Jesse Sims (Kaw 400)

Carters@theTrack Expert 600 Superbike

1.Brenden Ketelsen (Kaw ZX-6R)

2. Declan Van Rosmalen (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Keir Leonhardt (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Igor Sakalov (MV Agusta F3)

5. Michael Kim (Yam YZF-R6)

Fun Track Dayz Amateur 600 Superbike

1. Fernando Alvarez (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Mujahid Umar (Kaw ZX-6R)

3. Josh Martin (Kaw ZX-6R)

4. Carlo Manalo (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Frank Haro (Yam YZF-R6)

6. Ben Tilley (Yam YZF-R6)

CTML Consultants Expert 1000 Supersport

1. Bryce Prince (Yam YZF-R1)

2. Jack Bakken (BMW S1000RR)

3. Steve Zoumaras (Kaw ZX-10R)

4. Alex White (Yam YZF-R1)

LIFEAID Amateur 1000 Supersport

1. Jaycee Sterling (Suz GSX-R1000)

2. Martin Robles (Yam YZF-R1)

PanAmerican Superbike: Mesa Wins Feature Race At Homestead

David Swarts

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July 27, 2022

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PanAmerican Superbike: Mesa Wins Feature Race At Homestead

PanAmerican SuperBike (PanAmSBK) returned home on July 23 & 24 to South Florida for Round 7 of the 2022 championship at Homestead-Miami Speedway. While the temps were high, the racing was hotter on the track.

The Sunoco SuperBike 1000 Grande Corsa saw a battle of two MotoAmerica racers, Stefano Mesa and Maximiliano Gerardo, against each other from start to finish. Maximiliano was on pole with 1:24.103, and Stefano starting in P2 with a 1:24.642. The qualifying times were an indication of how the race would unfold. Throughout the twelve lap Grande Corsa race, we witnessed eight lead changes across the line. Lap after lap, these two were putting in laps that were less than a tenth of second of each other. At the checkered, it was Mesa with the win by 0.079 seconds!

The start of the sprint races began with a 24 racer field in the SuperStock 600. We would witness another close race from start to finish. Fernando Silva was on pole with his brother Bruno Silva in P2 and Christian Miranda in P3. On the first lap, Christian wasted no time getting to the front to lead the pack across the line with Fernando firmly planted on his rear wheel. Lap after lap, their lap times were less than 0.200 seconds apart that set up another photo finish. At the checkered, Fernando was able to edge out Christian by 0.129 seconds.

With Homestead-Miami Speedway being a home track for many of the PanAmSBK racers, it was no surprise to see familiar faces on the podiums. Stefano Mesa’s return to the PanAmSBK grid resulted in two race wins for him. Max Angles found his form again with two race wins in the Expert Sunoco SuperBike 600 and Expert SuperStock 600 classes. Adrian Mitchell, the fastest barber on wheels, rode away with two wins in the Expert Production Twins class. JM Padron swept the Expert Euro Light with race wins in the Grande Corsa and Sprint race.

Isaac Woodworth continues to impress. Isaac finished the weekend with wins in the Amateur SuperStreet 300 Grande Corsa and Sprint races. Along with his race wins, he set a new class record with his 1:43.544 during the Grande Corsa race. His race wins and lap record was not the only impressive results of the weekend. In a 22 racer grid composed of 300’s, 390’s, and 400’s, this young gun finished in the overall top 3 in both races, only beaten by racers on 400’s.

Eduardo Aguayo is a face you would recognize on the SuperStreet 300 podium. This round he decided to try his hand out with motorcycle with a bit more displacement. Aboard a KTM 890 Duke, Eduardo rode the duke to two race wins in the Amateur Formula Twins class and two race wins in the Euro Light class. Once he got comfortable with the bike at race pace, he went on to set the Formula Twin class record during the sprint race, and also set the class lap record for the Euro Light.

Next month, PanAmSBK heads back to Bloomingdale, GA for Round 8 at Roebling Road Raceway. As we saw last month with the repaved track, more lap records will surely be falling. PanAmSBK is still running their promotion for free weekend race license to any current licensed racers (WERA, CCS, AHMRA, etc) new to the series. If you’re thinking of coming to see what all the talk is about, now’s your chance. Don’t get left behind!

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Ducati Race Of Champions Panigale V4s Are Sold Out

David Swarts

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July 27, 2022

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Ducati Race Of Champions Panigale V4s Are Sold Out

The Panigale V4 S of the Lenovo Race of Champions are All Sold-out

Borgo Panigale, Bologna, July 27, 2022 – The Panigale V4 S of the Lenovo Race of Champions on Saturday of World Ducati Week 2022, which were put on sale online on the afternoon of Monday, July 25, were all sold in a few hours. These are unique examples, customized with the racing liveries of the riders and with a laser engraving of their logo with the name of each of them on the triple clamp.

The top triple clamp of Francesco "Pecco" Bagnaia's Race of Champions Ducati. Photo courtesy Ducati. — The top triple clamp of Francesco “Pecco” Bagnaia’s Race of Champions Ducati. Photo courtesy Ducati.

The best enthusiastic Ducati customers globally were given priority for this reserved online sale.

“The Lenovo Race of Champions was, together with the parade, the most exciting aspect of this eleventh edition of World Ducati Week,” said Patrizia Cianetti, Ducati Marketing and Communications Director. “The tens of thousands of fans connected via live streaming or watching the international TVs that broadcast the race, together with the extraordinary cheering from the stands of the circuit, once again confirm Ducati’s ability to give life to unique experiences that fuel the passion and the enthusiasm of the fans of the brand from all over the world. The successful online sale of the Panigale V4 S further strengthens this result”.

The Panigale V4 S ridden by Francesco "Pecco" Bagnaia to victory in the Race of Champions at Misano was the second bike sold, after Jack Miller's machine. Photo courtesy Ducati. — The Panigale V4 S ridden by Francesco “Pecco” Bagnaia to victory in the Race of Champions at Misano was the second bike sold, after Jack Miller’s machine. Photo courtesy Ducati.

The sale began on the afternoon of July 25 and was reserved for Ducati’s best enthusiastic customers, who could access the digital platform to purchase the bike of their idol.

In the first few minutes after the system was opened, Jack Miller’s number 43 bike was sold, followed by the number 63 of Pecco Bagnaia, winner of the race, and the number 5 of Johann Zarco. In the following hours, all the others were sold.

Each rider autographed their personalized machine before it was sold. Photo courtesy Ducati.

“The Panigale V4 S of the Lenovo Race of Champions are unique collector’s items. The global success of the race further contributed to their value. We decided to give priority to our best enthusiastic customers: a way to thank them and to continue to fuel their enthusiasm for our bikes,” said Francesco Milicia, VP Global Sales & After Sales Ducati. “The choice of the online sale was made in line with our strategy of using digital services to extend and improve the experience of Ducatisti and, in this specific case, to give immediate access to everyone at the same time throughout the world. The speed with which the bikes were sold confirms that many were connected and looking forward to the platform’s opening”.

Ducati is a pioneer in the adoption of digital technologies to engage, entertain and cultivate the passion of the vast community of its fans around the world. This sale confirms the strategic nature of digital services to offer a unique and satisfying experience to its fans worldwide.

MotoAmerica: Josh Hayes Subbing For Olmedo In Supersport At Brainerd

July 28, 2022

Josh Hayes (434) on the N2/BobbleHeadMoto Yamaha YZF-R1 endurance racebike at Roebling Road Raceway. Photo by Fast Glass Media, courtesy N2 Racing.

Josh Hayes Fills In For Kevin Olmedo on the N2 Racing Yamaha YZF-R6 in SuperSport.

Media, PA – July 2022 – Josh Hayes will ride the N2 Racing Yamaha YZF-R6 in the MotoAmerica SuperSport class at Brainerd International Raceway on July 29 – 31st. Josh will be riding in place of N2 Racing’s full-time SuperSport rider, Kevin Olmedo, who is recovering from Guillain-Barre Syndrome at home in El Salvador. Kevin is hopeful to make a quick recovery and rejoin the team, but there is no timeline for Olmedo’s return at the moment.

Josh Hayes is currently riding the N2 Racing/BobbleHeadMoto Yamaha YZF-R1 in the N2/WERA National Endurance Series by Dunlop where the team recently team scored their first overall win at Roebling Road Raceway. Hayes brings an incredible amount of experience to the team that will help develop the Yamaha YZF-R6 in Olmedo’s absence.

Josh Hayes – “I am very thankful that N2 has entrusted me their Yamaha YZF-R6 during this tough time. After riding with Kevin Olmedo and working with them at Roebling Road Raceway during the N2/WERA National Endurance Race, I know the level of the equipment and how tight they are as a team. I hope I can do a good job at Brainerd in Kevin’s absence, and I look forward to gridding up with Kevin soon.”

Shiloh Salopek (Crew Chief) – “I am saddened to hear about Kevin’s recent diagnosis. Our team stands beside Kevin and his family during his road to recovery and we look forward to when he will be healthy enough to be back on his Yamaha YZF-R6 fighting for podiums. I also would like to say thanks to Josh for being willing and able to fill in for Kevin at Brainerd International on such short notice.”

About N2: N2 – Ride, Race, Learn.

Founded in 2014, N2’s mission is to build a sustainable motorcycle community through safe, structured motorcycle track days, advanced rider training programs based on Yamaha Champions Riding School teaching methods, with a strong affinity for motorcycle road racing. N2 successfully resurrected Motorcycle Endurance Racing in America partnering with WERA Roadracing and creating the N2/WERA National Endurance Series by Dunlop. N2 is a premier participant in the MotoAmerica Pro Racing Series with a multi-rider team competing in several classes. N2 is also a major contributor to the Roadracing World Action Fund through fundraising efforts and support from its large member base.

N2 Racing is proudly sponsored by: Dunlop Motorcycle Tire, Yamaha Motor Corporation USA, Dainese, BobbleHeadMoto, Karnes Performance, Trading Paint, GB Racing, Westby Racing, Attack Performance, Robem Engineering, Puig, Eazi Grip, ProBolt, SBS Brakes and Yamaha Champions Riding School.

For More Information: www.n2td.org

MotoAmerica: Petrucci Aiming To Retake Superbike Point Lead At Brainerd

July 28, 2022

Danilo Petrucci (9), as seen at Ridge Motorsports Park. Photo courtesy Ducati.

MotoAmerica Round 7 – Game on For Danilo Petrucci and Ducati as MotoAmerica Heads to Brainerd

The Great Lakes racetrack of Brainerd in Minnesota plays host to a crucial round seven on MotoAmerica 2022

Sunnyvale, Calif. — The iconic Upper Midwest racing facility of Brainerd International Raceway plays host to a crucial round of the 2022 MotoAmerica Superbike Championship this weekend.

Erstwhile championship leader Danilo Petrucci (Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati NYC) is in a determined mood after some much-needed rest and relaxation since the previous round at Laguna Seca, heading back to Italy to represent Ducati North America at the 2022 Word Ducati Week at Misano.

Petrucci knows this round is vital for his hopes of claiming a first MotoAmerica Superbike Championship, with the series effectively starting from zero as Jake Gagne is only three points clear of Petrucci, 215-212, with four rounds and potentially 200 points up for grabs.

Danilo Petrucci (Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati NYC – #9):

“After Laguna Seca, I went to Miami for a few days holiday, then went back home for the World Ducati Week,” Petrucci said. “It’s nice to see these people’s passion for Ducati and motorcycles in general. It was very hot, but a wonderful experience. It’s my third WDW, and it never disappoints. I had been testing in Brainerd a few months ago. It’s quite a unique track, and that test will greatly help us with the setup. I want to get back the title lead that I lost at Laguna, and I will be looking for the top step of the podium this weekend.”

The Brainerd MotoAmerica Superbike action kicks off on Friday, July 29 at 10:20 AM CDT with the opening practice session. Race one is scheduled for Saturday, July 30 at 3:10 PM CDT and race two goes green on Sunday, July 31 at 3:10 PM CDT.

MotoAmerica: RST Supplies Team Hammer For Ultimate Rider Safety

July 28, 2022

Richie Escalante (54) wearing RST's V4.1 Airbag one-piece racing suit. Photo by Brian J. Nelson, courtesy Team Hammer.

RST SUPPLIES TEAM HAMMER FOR THE ULTIMATE RIDER SAFETY

Team Hammer’s racers are relying on RST leathers once again during the 2022 MotoAmerica AMA/FIM North American Road Racing Championship season.

RST has been committed to providing the ultimate rider safety and protection for more than three decades. Its leathers have achieved remarkable success globally in both its racing and commercial pursuits by consistently delivering outstanding performance, protection, and value.

As part of the agreement with Team Hammer, Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki pilots Jake Lewis, Richie Escalante, Samuel Lochoff, Tyler Scott, and Liam Grant have been outfitted in RST’s top-of-the-line V4.1 Airbag one-piece leathers in ’22 and at times have crash tested the RST leathers.

Zoe Turner, RST’s Race Department Manager, said, “Following a successful 2021 season, culminating in winning the MotoAmerica Supersport Championship, we were delighted to extend our agreement with Team Hammer for 2022. The team is once again wearing RST’s flagship one-piece leather suit, the V4.1, fitted with the very latest In&Motion airbag technology, offering the highest possible protection, style and comfort.

“The entire RST team is extremely proud to be working with Team Hammer again and we wish Richie, Jake, Sam, Tyler and Liam continued success!”

Constructed with a 60/40 ratio of the highest quality kangaroo and cowhide leathers, the V4.1 was developed to provide maximum protection and comfort in the most extreme competitive conditions. Featuring Aramid reinforcement, a full suite of level 2 CE certified armor, and integrated and upgradable airbag technology, the V4.1 was originally designed for use at the elite level. That security is available for street riders as well, as leathers featuring exact same specification and made alongside those worn by the Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki riders are available for purchase at all RST dealers.

“Our riders have crashed about 15 times so far this season and we need a quality product to keep them in the championship,” said Team Hammer’s Chris Ulrich. “The RST V4.1 suit is fantastic safety-wise but also easy to maintain. The airbag can be recharged without sending it back to the factory so it is a great product we rely on.”

ABOUT TEAM HAMMER

The 2022 season marks Team Hammer’s 42nd consecutive year of operating as a professional road racing team. Racebikes built and fielded by Team Hammer have won 129 AMA Pro and MotoAmerica National races, have finished on AMA Pro and MotoAmerica National podiums 342 times and have won 11 AMA Pro and MotoAmerica National Championships, as well as two FIM South American Championships (in Superbike and Supersport.) The team has also won 137 endurance races overall (including seven 24-hour races) and 13 Overall WERA National Endurance Championships with Suzuki motorcycles, and holds the U.S. record for mileage covered in a 24-hour race. The team also competed in the televised 1990s Formula USA National Championship, famously running “Methanol Monster” GSX-R1100 Superbikes fueled by methanol, and won four F-USA Championships.

About RST

RST is a British motorcycling apparel brand with market-leading presence in the UK, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa.

The brand’s racing pedigree is evident in its status of Official Safety Partner for the Isle of Man TT, along with the numerous race wins and championships its riders have achieved globally. RST riders for the 2022 season include Kenny Foray (FSBK & WEC), Sylvain Guintoli (EWC & MotoGP Test Rider), Alex Lowes (WSBK), Ian Hutchinson (16 x Isle of Man TT winner), Barry Baltus (Moto 2), Alan Techer (WEC). The team behind RST, the vast majority of which are passionate motorcyclists, have an obsession with safety and rider protection. Having been recently acquired by Bihr NV, the largest motorcycle parts, accessories and rider gear distributor in Continental Europe, RST is set for significant global growth thanks to its core principles of quality products alongside unrivalled value.

MotoAmerica: How To Watch All The Action From Brainerd

July 28, 2022

BJN60525_P — The start of MotoAmerica Superbike Race One at Brainerd in 2021. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.

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Aprilia Bringing Tuareg 660 Experience To Baja California, Mexico

July 28, 2022

Two riders on Aprilia's new Tuareg 660 Adventure motorcycle. Photo courtesy Aprilia.

APRILIA INTRODUCES THE TUAREG EXPERIENCE TO NORTH AMERICA, WITH A DREAM ADVENTURE RIDE THROUGH BAJA CALIFORNIA

APRILIA OFFERS THE POSSIBILITY TO ALL MOTORCYCLISTS TO DIVE INTO THE WORLD OF ADVENTURE ON THE SADDLE OF THE APRILIA TUAREG 660, THE NEW TECHNOLOGICAL REFERENCE AMONG ADVENTURE BIKES

NEW YORK – Born to explore the world and designed to be a companion in everyday adventures, offroad and on the road, the Aprilia Tuareg 660 is now available to all those who wish to test its qualities and satisfy their thirst for discovery.

A unique experiential opportunity for those who crave a mix of tarmac and terra firma, and environment that spans from coast to crestline, the Aprilia Tuareg Experience for Baja California is an evocative motorcycle journey that celebrates the best of Baja, with Italian performance and style.

The experience is a guided adventure which includes rental of an Aprilia Tuareg 660, as well as all meals and lodging. Spanning 6 total days, the activity begins in San Diego, California in a loop that brings the tour on and off-road to Ensenada, San Felipe, LA Bay, Cataviña and back north for an unforgettable journey that celebrates the best mix of dirt, asphalt, sea salt and petrol. Join Aprilia in the first North American activity of its kind, crossing borders and terrain, on the adventure categories most exciting new offering.

The tour will include a limited group participation, with an expectation of riding most of the day on each day, over a variety of technical roads and environments. Experienced motorcyclists, with a minimum intermediate capability of experience in dual-sport are encouraged to join. The itinerary will cover more than 1000 miles, over six days, which is detailed below.

Day 1 – San Diego – Ensenada

After arriving in San Diego to meet for a reception dinner the night before, guests are now ready to ride, and assigned their machines for the journey. The first day is a taste test of all terrain, from the coastline of San Diego, through the mountains and into the desert before cutting back through Mexico toward the coast for the night. The ride heads east through the Otay Mountain Wilderness, with a mix of twisty roads and off-road terrain before arriving at the Tecate border crossing into Baja California. Once over the border the group will head southwest through the villa de Guadelipe on the Ruta de Vino, and into Ensenada where the first day ends in time to appreciate the unmatched sunset over the Pacific Ocean.

Day 2 – Ensenada – San Felipe

The second day is not for the faint of heart, the tour goes full gas, nearly 275 miles the San Martir Mountains National Park, tracing the steps of the hill climb, to arrive at the Observatory for a beautiful lunch vista. The group heads down and out to the Gulf of California, where the second day of riding will end in San Felipe.

Day 3 – San Felipe to Bahia de los Angeles

The journey continues south on the third day, again taking in coastal views, this time from the east, mixing dirt and asphalt along the way. The trip begins to show the real capability of these middle weight bikes now as the road opens up in the desert landscape on the east side of baja. With the miles adding up the group arrives at the southernmost part of the trip, in the “Bay of LA”.

Day 4 – Bahia de Los Angeles to Cataviña

Heading north from Bahia de Los Angeles, the fourth day will be a test of mixed road conditions traversing the interior of Baja. A mixed desert landscape, the tour will navigate across the desert spending long stretches off-road. After many challenging miles in the desert, putting a kickstand down will be especially rewarding when arriving in Cataviña, with a chance to remove the boots, wash away the dust, and enjoy some well-deserved refreshment.

Day 5 – Cataviña to Ensenada

The tour heads to the Pacific coastline for the penultimate day of the activity, closing the loop as we head back into Ensenada. The coastline is celebrated for its open nature, giving the group many chances to take in sights turning in and out of the disparate coastline roads, asphalt, gravel, sand is all on the menu for the day, and with a bit of luck and good timing, some celebrated seafood of Ensenada before setting out on our final day.

DAY 6 – Ensenada to San Diego

On the last ride day, the tour takes a casual detour throughout the remaining coastal cities as the parade of Tuareg 660’s inch closer to the Tijuana border. A more casual day, mixed with a few sites, some last delicious bites, and a hope of limited traffic to arrive back in San Diego to complete the tour. With many miles, countless smiles, and some new riding stories the group wraps up with a nice meal before parting ways.

EVENT DETAILS

Aprilia Tuareg 660 Experience – Baja California

October 23-30, 2022

For More Information: http://www.aprilia.com/

Tickets Available at: https://aprilia.ticketspice.com/tuareg-experience-2022-baja

MotoAmerica: Scholtz Going To Brainerd “More Determined Than Ever”

July 28, 2022

Mathew Scholtz (11). Photo by Brian J. Nelson, courtesy Westby Racing.