Parts Unlimited Sponsoring Royal Enfield BTR Programs

David Swarts

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February 15, 2022

Parts Unlimited Sponsoring Royal Enfield BTR Programs

ROYAL ENFIELD BUILD. TRAIN. RACE. ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH PARTS UNLIMITED

Parts Unlimited, the world’s largest distributor of aftermarket accessories in powersports, partners with 2022 BTR programs in American Flat Track and MotoAmerica.

Milwaukee, WI (Tuesday, February 15, 2022) – Royal Enfield’s Build. Train. Race. program is delighted to announce a partnership with worldwide distributor of powersports aftermarket accessories Parts Unlimited. Both the BTR Road Race and Flat Track programs will be supported by Parts Unlimited throughout the 2022 season.

Parts Unlimited will be an essential part of the program providing a parts and gear allotment totaling over $100,000. Each BTR program participant will receive a credit to order parts needed in order to build their Royal Enfield INT 650 and Continental GT 650 motorcycles into proper race machines. On top of this generous stipend, Parts Unlimited is going a step further and providing all of the participants with Alpinestars boots and gloves.

“The Build. Train. Race. programs have both grown in size and attention since we started in 2019,” said Breeann Poland, Marketing and Communications Lead – Royal Enfield Americas. “The amount of resources needed to run these programs and for participants to build their motorcycles is more than what we alone can provide. Parts Unlimited took notice of the growth and popularity of BTR and stepped up with a big partnership. Their added support will not only help cover costs, but will allow the creativity and talent of the BTR women to truly shine in 2022. We couldn’t be happier to have them on board; this is going to be an incredible season.”

“We’ve had our eye on the Royal Enfield Build. Train. Race. programs for some time now and are very impressed with the progress and popularity they’ve seen in both American Flat Track and MotoAmerica,” said Paul Langley, Chairman, LeMans Corporation, parent company of Parts Unlimited. “The innovative concept is truly inspiring and reaches audiences that are very important to the powersports industry: women and amateur racers. Parts Unlimited is excited at the prospect of getting behind these inspiring participants and watching them develop on the track throughout the season. It’s a great opportunity to welcome new motorcyclists and show them the fun and passion of racing and that they, too, can aspire to get out on the track.”

About Royal Enfield

The oldest motorcycle company in continuous production in the world, Royal Enfield made its first motorcycle in 1901. A division of Eicher Motors Limited, Royal Enfield has created the midsize motorcycle segment in India with its unique and distinctive modern classic motorcycles. With its manufacturing base in Chennai, India, Royal Enfield has been able to grow its production rapidly against a surge in demand for its motorcycles. Royal Enfield is a leading player in the global middleweight motorcycle market.

Royal Enfield North America (RENA) is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and is developing a growing network of more than 140 dealers in North America, including the contiguous U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico. RENA currently offers the all-new Meteor 350, Himalayan and the 650 Twins (INT 650 and Continental GT 650) motorcycles, along with a range of Genuine Motorcycle Accessories and apparel.

For more information on Royal Enfield North America, visit www.RoyalEnfield.com/us/en/, www.Instagram.com/RoyalEnfield_NA, www.Facebook.com/RoyalEnfieldNorthAmerica.

MotoGP: Mandalika Track Must Be Repaved Before Grand Prix

David Swarts

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February 15, 2022

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MotoGP: Mandalika Track Must Be Repaved Before Grand Prix

FIM, Dorna and ITDC agree track improvements for Pertamina Mandalika International Street Circuit

Tuesday, 15 February 2022

The pre-season Official MotoGP™ Test at Pertamina Mandalika International Circuit saw the FIM MotoGP™ World Championship return to Indonesia for the first time in 25 years. The three days of track time were invaluable for the riders, teams and organisation, allowing all parties to gain experience at the new circuit before the inaugural Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia.

The three-day test has also given the organisation and governing body the opportunity to ensure the venue complies with MotoGP™ standards and assess any improvements necessary ahead of the track’s debut on the FIM MotoGP™ World Championship calendar.

The feedback from riders and teams regarding the layout of the track and its safety standards, including the extensive runoff areas of both tarmac and gravel, has been overwhelmingly positive.

During the test, two areas of improvement were identified, which are the cleanliness of the track surface and the excess of aggregate affecting parts of the circuit.

The FIM, which oversees track homologation, has been in communication with the Indonesia Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) regarding these necessary improvements, which are to be implemented a minimum of seven days before the inaugural Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia.

Circuit owner ITDC has agreed with the FIM’s assessment and requests, demonstrating their high level of support and commitment to the sport. All parties have reacted quickly and work towards these improvements is already underway, including the resurfacing of part of the track.

The circuit will be resurfaced from the section before Turn 17 until after Turn 5. The venue will also prepare for the Grand Prix by employing world leading technology to ensure the entirety of the surface meets MotoGP™ standards.

The FIM and Dorna would like to thank the ITDC for their incredible support and prompt reaction. All parties would also like to assure our Indonesian fans, and all those around the world, that the 2022 Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia will take place on the planned date, and MotoGP™ is very much looking forward to returning to Lombok.

WorldSBK: Team HRC Officially Introduced Via Video

David Swarts

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February 15, 2022

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WorldSBK: Team HRC Officially Introduced Via Video

Team HRC officially present all new rider line-up Lecuona and Vierge and 2022 CBR1000RR-R FIREBLADE livery

What do Iker Lecuona and Xavi Vierge think the biggest challenge will be in terms of adapting to the Superbike? How are they coping in these early stages? There is a lot the Worldsbk and Honda fans are keen to know about the arrival of two new young riders in the Honda factory team competing in the fastest production-derived Championship in the world. They had the first chance to hear from them in their new role as HRC WorldSBK just today!

The factory Honda Team HRC which will compete in the 2022 World Superbike Championship with an all-new rider line-up, was officially presented today during an online event dedicated to fans and media from all over the world.

Twenty-two year old Iker Lecuona and 24 year old Xavi Vierge spoke to the fans for the first time as factory HRC riders, talking about the excitement of becoming part of the Honda family and explaining how they are preparing for the challenges posed by the debut in a new and competitive championship.

Team Manager Leon Camier and HRC Director Tetsuhiro Kuwata welcomed the arrival of Iker and Xavi, talking about what’s new in the team and the expectations for 2022.

With this year marking the 30th anniversary of a bike that has inspired countless road riders around the world, the stunning livery of the CBR1000RR-R appeared refreshed in the HRC logo and in the colors of the iconic CBR design and enriched by the FIREBLADE 30th anniversary celebration logo.

Team HRC is now ready to hit the track for a new test session scheduled in Portimao on February 17-18, in preparation for the start of the season which will kick off in Aragon over the weekend of 8-10 of April.

Leon Camier

Team Manager, Team HRC

“It’s really exciting for me to start a new season as Team Manager for the Honda factory team in WorldSBK. I will put all my effort into improving, and to developing the team as best I can. Of course one of the main topic regarding the team is our all-new riders line up with the arrival of Iker and Xavi. Our first impressions have been really good, to be honest. The speed they immediately demonstrated on the bike was impressive. We were quite surprised that they were able to get on the bike during the first test and immediately set good lap times. They both gave similar feedback, which is very positive for us, as it gives us a solid direction to work in, both this year and for the future. Technically, a few changes have been made to the bike and everyone is very excited about the work that’s been done in Japan. We know everyone has been working hard and we are keen to see what kind of progress we can make this year”.

Tetsuhiro Kuwata

HRC Director – General Manager Race Operations Management Division

“The CBR1000RR-R FIREBLADE turns 30 this year, and I believe that there are several reasons to celebrate this. This machine has enjoyed a lot of support from the fans and customers and that’s why it has continued to thrive for 30 years, despite the global landscape having changed dramatically in the meantime. We want to repay their loyalty by winning races, something that would heighten their desire to support both the CBR and our activities. The 2022 season is very important for us, and we have to focus and do our best to achieve our target, but the most important thing is the approach we take as we aim for the top. We always work together with professionalism and mutual respect, moving forward in the same direction. In Iker and Xavi we sought out riders who have both the potential and the speed. Iker demonstrated his speed in MotoGP and was quite fast, particularly in difficult conditions. Xavi also showed his potential in Moto2, over many seasons. Neither of them has any experience of the WSBK championship, so perhaps they will need a little time to get to grips with this championship, but once they grasp it, they will start to show their potential”.

Xavi Vierge 97

“When, at the beginning of last season, I spoke with my manager and he told me about this possibility, I thought it was incredible, an opportunity to join a factory Honda team in World Superbike. So, we seized the opportunity to jump on board. There’s a lot to learn yes, but I am quite lucky in that we have quite a few days of testing before the season starts, so this is very helpful as I adapt to the bike. The team is also helping me a lot. We are two young riders who come from another championship, and everything is new for us. We have a lot of power, a lot of emotion, and we will spur each other on. I think the challenging part is when you come to a new championship with a new bike, new everything, if you have a team-mate with experience in that championship, you can speak with him about the bike, the tyres etc. but we have Leon (Camier) who was a rider for many years, so we can speak a lot with him, and he can help us. I feel quite good. Let’s continue working”.

Iker Lecuona 7

“I’m really happy. When Honda come to speak with me to sign for Superbike, this became the first option for me, firstly because it’s a factory team, but also because it’s Honda. For me I think Honda is one of the best factories in the motorcycle world and I am really happy and really excited to start. I don’t think I have to change a lot my riding style. I am a rider and I can adapt and if the bike needs something I try to help the bike go faster. The feeling is completely different: tyres, suspension, frame, everything is completely different from what I was used to. It’s something I need to learn. I need more kilometres but for now I am quite happy so we will see during the winter test; but I think it will be fine. A challenge is having three races in a weekend, which is a lot physically, but is also good because I am a rider who if the limit is here, likes to play on the line. Sometimes I crash. So, with three races I have more chances to have a good result (laugh).”

MRA: Registration For 2022 Licenses & Race School One Opens Feb. 15

David Swarts

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February 14, 2022

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MRA: Registration For 2022 Licenses & Race School One Opens Feb. 15

MRA 2022 Membership and Licensing and Race School

The MRA (Motorcycle Roadracing Association) is pleased to announce that registration for membership and licensing as well as the ability to signup for the MRA’s first race school of the year will open on February 15 at 12:00 a.m. Mountain Time (MT).

Competition race licenses, purchases and renewals, and Associate memberships for the 2022 season will be available for purchase via MotorsportReg at http://msreg.com/2022-MRA-Membership. This is the same place visiting racers can register for race license reciprocity. The membership and licensing event will be open until 12:00 p.m. MT on Sunday, September 25.

Simultaneously, registration for the MRA’s pre-season race school will also open via MotorsportReg at http://msreg.com/2022-MRA-Race-School. The race school is limited to 50 entries and preference may be given to registrants who commit to buying a race license. Graduates of the pre-season race school will be eligible to compete in all seven rounds of the MRA’s 2022 season.

Registration for the pre-season race school will end at 11:59 p.m. on Monday, April 4, with the classroom session scheduled to take place the evening of Friday, April 8, and the on-track session the following day, April 9, at High Plains Raceway. For aspiring racers who are unable to attend the first school, a second race school will be held in July, after round three. Registration for the mid-season race school will open shortly after the pre-season race school ends.

The MRA strives to help promote a safe and competitive track experience within the motorcycling community. For more information, please go to www.mra-racing.org.

American Flat Track: Tyler Scott Pulling Double Duty In 2022

David Swarts

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February 14, 2022

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American Flat Track: Tyler Scott Pulling Double Duty In 2022

GOMR Signs Brandon Price and Tyler Scott for ’22

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (February 14, 2022) – GOMR (Grumpy Old Men Racing) is excited to announce it has signed Brandon Price to compete in the Mission SuperTwins presented by S&S Cycle class aboard an Indian FTR750 for the 2022 Progressive American Flat Track season.

GOMR – which previously competed as BriggsAuto.com Racing – will continue to be overseen by Johnny and Sarah Goad with mechanical assistance from Tom Draina and Caylee Goad, while Russ and Illene Briggs will provide the resources to back the operation.

Price’s aggressive style and tremendous work ethic – supported by a veteran, savvy tuner in Johnny Goad – promises to make GOMR a force to be reckoned with in the upcoming season.

Price has demonstrated great potential in his first three years in the premier class, highlighted by runner-up Main Event results each season. It seems only a matter of time before the Maryland native smashes down the door and secures a maiden Mission SuperTwins victory.

He finished his rookie season ranked 12th with three top fives, including a second place finish at Williams Grove. Price improved to sixth in 2020 on the strength of five top fives, with a runner-up result in Atlanta. And last season, he ended the year seventh overall with five more top fives, including a second-place near-win at Port Royal.

Price, who previously competed for the Mission Roof Systems team, will continue to be supported by Jerry Stinchfield and Mission Foods in ‘22.

GOMR will also field rising star Tyler Scott in the Parts Unlimited AFT Singles presented by KICKER class. Scott – the reigning MotoAmerica Junior Cup champion – will run a limited Progressive AFT schedule in conjunction with his road racing efforts.

Before returning to the States to win the Junior Cup, Scott raced overseas in the Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup and European Talent Cup. Prior to that, he’d established himself as a future flat track ace, earning the AMA Youth Dirt Track Racer of the Year Award on four occasions (2011, 2012, 2016, and 2017) along with 13 AMA Grand Championships at the amateur level.

Scott’s dad, former professional flat track racer Mike Scott, will serve as his builder/tuner, with Davey Loikits rounding out the crew.

BriggsAuto.com will continue in its long-time role as primary sponsor of GOMR with continued help from Martin Trucking. CD Martin is an avid dirt track fan/sponsor and enjoys helping young riders and competes in the vintage racing venue. Buddy and Miriam Pulliam of Precision Body Works will perform all the paint work and serve as a member of the pit crew on a limited basis. In addition to the long-standing sponsors, GOMR would like to thank Jerry Stinchfield and Roof Systems of Dallas, Texas, along with Juan Gonzales of Mission Foods, for their continued support of Brandon Price.

About Progressive American Flat Track

Progressive American Flat Track is the world’s premier dirt track motorcycle racing series and one of the longest-running championships in the history of motorsports. Sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing in Daytona Beach, Fla., the series is highly regarded as the most competitive form of dirt track motorcycle racing on the globe. For more information on Progressive American Flat Track, please visit us on the web, like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, check us out on Instagram and catch all the Progressive American Flat Track racing action on FOX Sports.

American Flat Track: Rispoli Racing KTM 890 Duke In Production Twins

David Swarts

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February 14, 2022

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American Flat Track: Rispoli Racing KTM 890 Duke In Production Twins

DAVIDSON, N.C. (February 14, 2022) – Wally Brown Racing is excited to confirm that it has signed James Rispoli to ride for the team for the upcoming 2022 Progressive American Flat Track season.

Last month, WBR announced it was developing a KTM 890 Duke with plans to field it in a limited schedule in the Mission Production Twins presented by Vance & Hines class.

Rispoli earned the 2020 Mission Production Twins championship on the strength of seven wins and four runner-ups and returns to the class following a season competing in the premier Mission SuperTwins category.

The hugely popular Rispoli is a fan favorite on dirt and pavement and on both sides of the Atlantic. Along with his extensive Progressive AFT achievements, the New Hampshire native is a two-time AMA Pro road racing national champion, a British Superbike vet, and a two-time AMA Bonneville Salt Flat Land Speed Record holder.

“James is a great match for us this year,” said WBR team owner Wally Brown. “Testing is a critical part of building this race machine. We sought a rider that understands data and how it fits into a race program. With James’ extensive background in racing, we feel he is going to be a great asset to the team. Not to mention that he is a Production Twins Champion who has proven he can win on the track.”

Rispoli said, “I am really looking forward to working on this new project. After meeting Wally and learning more about his plan for 2022, I knew I wanted to be part of it. With his extensive background in four-wheeled racing, and my varied experiences on two wheels, we should make a great team. It’s going to be a lot of work, but with the support of Wally, and his team I am hopeful we will make great progress in a short period of time.”

Development is well underway of the Wally Brown Racing KTM 890 Duke with plans to debut at the Mission Red Mile I & II.

Brown said, “We plan to finish up the test bike and put it through the paces next month. The team is excited to see what James can do with it. Putting in test laps will be critical to completing our final product.”

About Progressive American Flat Track

Progressive American Flat Track is the world’s premier dirt track motorcycle racing series and one of the longest-running championships in the history of motorsports. Sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing in Daytona Beach, Fla., the series is highly regarded as the most competitive form of dirt track motorcycle racing on the globe. For more information on Progressive American Flat Track, please visit us on the web, like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, check us out on Instagram and catch all the Progressive American Flat Track racing action on FOX Sports.

About WBR

Wally Brown Racing is based in Davidson, NC. The team has one win at Daytona ST I in AFT Singles. Progressive American Flat Track is the world’s premier dirt track motorcycle racing series and one of the longest-running championships in the history of motorsports. Sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing in Daytona Beach, FL, the series is highly regarded as the most competitive form of dirt track motorcycle racing on the globe.

MRA Releases Its 2022 Racing & School Schedule

David Swarts

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February 14, 2022

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MRA Releases Its 2022 Racing & School Schedule

The 2022 MRA Race Schedule

The MRA (Motorcycle Roadracing Association) is pleased to announce its full and complete 2022 racing schedule. Expanded and more ambitious than ever before, with the addition of a second race school halfway through the year, this schedule is a new venture for the MRA. If that wasn’t enough, the schedule also includes a four-hour endurance round, multiple track configurations throughout the year, and the potential for some collaborations with other racing organizations and entities!

April 8-9
New Racers’ School #1 – Friday night 4/8 classroom instruction, Saturday 4/9 on-track training at High Plains Raceway

May 7-8
Round 1 at High Plains Raceway, Full Course

June 4-5
Round 2 at Pikes Peak International Raceway

June 25-26
Round 3 at High Plains Raceway (course TBD)

July 9
New Racers’ School #2 – on-track training at High Plains Raceway

July 16-17
Round 4 at High Plains Raceway (course TBD)

August 6-7
Round 5 at Pueblo Motorsports Park

August 27-28
Round 6 at High Plains Raceway (course TBD)

September 24-25
Round 7 at High Plains Raceway – Full Course

The MRA strives to help promote a safe and competitive track experience within the motorcycling community. For more information, please go to www.mra-racing.org.

Japanese Superbike: Watanabe Signs With Yoshimura Suzuki

David Swarts

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February 14, 2022

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Japanese Superbike: Watanabe Signs With Yoshimura Suzuki

KAZUKI WATANABE TO RACE 2022 ALL JAPAN SUPERBIKES

Kazuki Watanabe will race in the 2022 All Japan Road Race Championship JSB1000 with the Yoshimura Suzuki Ride Win team.

Watanabe, who was part of the Yoshimura SERT Motul Endurance World Championship team in 2021, will race the GSX-R1000R under the Team Directorship of Yohei Kato and with Yukio Kagayama as Team Manager.

Yohei Kato – Team Director:

“I am very pleased to announce that I will participate fully with Kazuki Watanabe in the 2022 All Japan Road Race Championship JSB1000. From the second half of last year I received an enthusiastic request from him for the All-Japan Championship and I thought about how I could fulfil this hope.

“In addition to Yoshimura SERT Motul, which is the Endurance World Championship team for Yoshimura Japan, we will launch the All Japan Championship participation team Yoshimura Suzuki Ride Win with Yukio Kagayama, who has built up a relationship of trust mainly in the race scene for many years.

“We would like to take this opportunity to express our gratitude to all of our supporters for their understanding and cooperation and with regards to JSB1000, we will entrust all our power to the new Kagayama Team Manager and liven up the All Japan Championship with our rival teams with the goal of making Kazuki Watanabe the champion.”

Yukio Kagayama – Team Manager:

“I am very happy to be the Team Manager of Yoshimura Suzuki Ride win. Since competing as a rider in 2003, Yoshimura has literally been a joyful experience. Through that long history, I think we have built a relationship of trust with Yoshimura.
I will do my best to work as a team manager as the next stage, and I would like to see the fans enjoy and produce memorable results.

“First of all, we will challenge the All Japan Road Race JSB1000 at Yoshimura in order to create the best team environment with rider Kazuki Watanabe and aim for the best race results by making use of our experience at Team Kagayama.”

Kazuki Watanabe:

“We have decided to participate in the JSB1000 All Japan Road Race Championship for the first time in three years and I am already excited to wait for the season as a rider of a new team where two major domestic Suzuki teams, Yoshimura Japan and Team Kagayama, are very happy to be able to run on the stage of the highest peak in Japan.

“Last year, with machine development as the main goal, the potential of the machine was proven by winning the 2021 EWC Endurance World Championship, and if you have the sensitivity, knowledge, experience and team power as a development rider of the machine, I think that you can see not only the championship but also the moment of winning the championship in All Japan.”

Where To Ride In February: Track Days, Schools, And Races

David Swarts

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February 14, 2022

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Where To Ride In February: Track Days, Schools, And Races

The following track days, riding schools, and racing events are scheduled by organizations based in the United States and Canada during February 2022.

Motorcycle track days, riding schools, and races are posted under the Event Calendar tab on the home page of this website, or you can access the Event Calendar for February 2022 directly by clicking HERE.

Once on the Event Calendar page, you can search for the event you are looking for by its date.

When you click on the event you want to attend you will find a link to the website and/or email address of the host organization, a link to the website of the host venue, the physical address of the host venue, a Google map to the host venue, and buttons to add the event and its information to your calendar application.

To have your motorcycle racing or riding event added to the Event Calendar on this website and published in the print edition of Roadracing World & Motorcycle Technology magazine, submit your calendar and contact information via the contact page on this website or by clicking HERE.

Calendar listings are updated often.

COVID-19 restrictions are still in effect in certain parts of North America and can change with little advanced notice. So before heading out on a long trip to an event, check with the organizer to ensure the event is still happening and what the health and safety protocols require.

2/4 Rich Oliver’s Mystery School (Dirt Track School), Prather, CA (Private Training Day)

2/5-6 Cornerspin School: Roadracing In The Dirt (Dirt Track School), Cornerspin Facility, Spencer, NC

2/5-6 PanAmerican Superbike Series, Homestead-Miami Speedway, Homestead, FL

2/5-6 Rich Oliver’s Mystery School (Dirt Track School), Prather, CA (Off-Road and Flat Track Training Camp)

2/5-6 Track Day Winner Track Days, NOLA Motorsports Park, Avondale, LA

2/5-7 Jennings GP Track Days, Jennings GP, Jennings, FL

2/6 DRRO Track Days And Road Race School, Arizona Motorsports Park, Litchfield Park, AZ

2/6 Superbike-Coach Corp. (Schools), Little 99 Raceway, Stockton, CA

2/6-7 SoCal Supermoto School, Adams Motorsport Park, Riverside, CA

2/10-11 TrackDaz Track Days, Buttonwillow Raceway Park, Buttonwillow, CA

2/11 2 Wheels Track Days, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, Desert Center, CA

2/11-12 Yamaha Champions Riding School, Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Las Vegas, NV

2/11-13 JP43 Training School, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, Desert Center, CA

2/11-13 Racers Edge Private Coaching Day, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, Desert Center, CA

2/12 RideSmart Motorcycle School, MSR Houston (2.4-mile), Angleton, TX

2/12 SoCal Supermoto School, Adams Motorsport Park, Riverside, CA

2/12-13 AMA Sanctioned ASRA Championship Series Presented by Pirelli Tire/AMA Sanctioned ASRA Team Challenge Series Presented by Michelin Tire/CCS Florida Roadracing Championship Series, Homestead-Miami Speedway, Homestead, FL

2/12-13 ASMA Series, Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park (West), Chandler, AZ

2/12-13 CRA (California Roadrace Association) Series, Buttonwillow Raceway Park (Config 13 CW), Buttonwillow, CA

2/12-13 SoCal Track Days, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, Desert Center, CA

2/13 Classic Track Day, Streets of Willow, Rosamond, CA

2/14-15 Total Control Training, Salinas, CA

2/18 AHRMA Academy of Roadracing, Roebling Road Raceway, Bloomingdale, GA

2/18 Sportbike Track Time Track Days, Talladega Gran Prix Raceway, Munford, AL

2/18-20 AHRMA Series (Vintage), Roebling Road Raceway, Bloomingdale, GA

2/19 South Florida MiniGP Rider Development Days (Minis), Anderson Racepark, Palmetto, FL

2/19-20 California Superbike School, Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Las Vegas, NV

2/19-20 Florida Trackdays, Palm Beach International Raceway, Jupiter, FL

2/19-20 John Long’s Longevity Racing School, Palm Beach International Raceway, Jupiter, FL

2/19-20 Pacific Track Time Track Days, Sonoma Raceway, Sonoma, CA

2/19-20 South Florida MiniGP Series (Minis), Anderson Racepark, Palmetto, FL

2/19-20 WERA Sportsman Series Mid-Central/Southeast Region, Talladega Gran Prix Raceway, Munford, AL

2/19-21 Jennings GP Track Days, Jennings GP, Jennings, FL

2/20 Superbike-Coach Corp. (Schools), Little 99 Raceway, Stockton, CA

2/20 XCEL Trackdays Track Days, Arizona Motorsports Park (CCW), Litchfield Park, AZ

2/20-21 SoCal Supermoto School, Adams Motorsport Park, Riverside, CA

2/21 Let’s Ride Track Days, Buttonwillow Raceway Park, Buttonwillow, CA

2/22-23 Yamaha Champions Riding School, Inde Motorsports Ranch, Willcox, AZ

2/23 Racers Edge Private Track Day, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, Desert Center, CA

2/23-24 JP43 Training School, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, Desert Center, CA

2/24 Racers Edge Private Track Day And Coaching Day, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, Desert Center, CA

2/25 3:16 Trackdays/America Superbike Camp, MSR Houston, Angleton, TX

2/25 Apex Assassins Track Days, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, Desert Center, CA

2/25 Rich Oliver’s Mystery School (Dirt Track School), Prather, CA (Private Training Day)

2/25-26 American Supercamp (Dirt Track School), Santa Rosa, CA

2/25-27 CMRA Series, MSR Houston, Angleton, TX

2/26-27 Cornerspin School: Roadracing In The Dirt (Dirt Track School), Cornerspin Facility, Spencer, NC

2/26-27 CVMA Series, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, Desert Center, CA

2/26-27 Rich Oliver’s Mystery School (Dirt Track School), Prather, CA (Fun Camp)

2/26-27 Total Control Training, Livermore, CA

2/27 RideSmart Motorcycle School, MotorSport Ranch (1.3-mile CCW), Cresson, TX

2/27 Superbike-Coach Corp. (Schools), Little 99 Raceway, Stockton, CA

2/27-28 American Supercamp (Dirt Track School), Santa Rosa, CA

2/28 RideSmart Motorcycle School, MotorSport Ranch (1.7-mile CCW), Cresson, TX

American Flat Track: All Classes Will Compete At 2022 Springfield Mile

David Swarts

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February 14, 2022

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American Flat Track: All Classes Will Compete At 2022 Springfield Mile

All Progressive American Flat Track Classes Slated for Springfield Mile Doubleheader on Labor Day Weekend

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – Progressive American Flat Track is excited to announce that, for the first time in nearly a decade, Parts Unlimited AFT Singles presented by KICKER will compete alongside the Mission SuperTwins presented by S&S and Mission Production Twins presented by Vance & Hines classes at the “World’s Fastest Mile” when the series arrives at the Illinois State Fairgrounds for the Springfield Mile I & II on September 3-4.

The Springfield Mile represents the crown jewel of the annual Progressive AFT calendar. That distinction has been earned not just by its long history and packed grandstands, but also by the incredible nature of the racing it reliably produces. Many of the most memorable races in series history have taken place at the Springfield Mile since the historic race was first held in 1937, including strategic showdowns, come-from-behind shockers, and underdog upsets. The return of the Parts Unlimited AFT Singles class, which is renowned for its spectacular action, should only add to that record.

This year marks the start of a new era for another reason as well, as Kiesow Racing and the Illinois Motorcycle Dealers Association (IMDA) have passed the torch to Mees Promotions following four successful decades promoting the legendary race.

Fans can purchase their tickets for the 107th and 108th running of the Springfield Mile during the 2022 Labor Day Weekend extravaganza today by visiting https://store.americanflattrack.com/ebooking/ticket/view/id/3668. A range of ticket options are available, starting at just $20 per day (with free options available for kids 12 and under) up to a VIP Experience including a Premier Reserved Seat and Paddock Access. For those that want to join the action in the pits and see the stars of the sport up close and personal, Paddock Upgrades are also available for $40.

Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park. Secure your tickets to the season opener now at https://store.americanflattrack.com/ebooking/ticket/view/id/3666.

Catch the livestream of all the weekend’s racing activities free via Facebook up until Opening Ceremonies. Fans can then purchase access to watch Opening Ceremonies, Semis, Main Events and podium celebrations via Facebook Paid Online Events for $3.99 if purchased 24 hours or more in advance, or $4.99 if purchased on the day of the event at https://fb.me/e/26cQK9F92 and https://fb.me/e/12xTuF3oF.

FOX Sports coverage of the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II will premiere back-to-back on FS1 on Sunday, March 20, starting at 11:00 a.m. ET/8:00 a.m. PT.

For more information on Progressive AFT visit To score the latest gear for the Progressive American Flat Track fan, visit our official merchandise store at https://store.americanflattrack.com.

How to Watch:

FOX Sports and Facebook are the official homes for coverage of Progressive American Flat Track. For the 2022 season, all 18 races will premiere in one-hour telecasts on FS1 during highly desirable weekend time slots. The complete schedule can be viewed at https://www.americanflattrack.com/events-foxsports. Viewers can watch livestream coverage of every round in the Facebook mobile app, Facebook desktop site or on the Facebook Watch mobile app. To watch the livestream on TV, fans can download the Facebook Watch TV app, or cast to a TV from the Facebook mobile app. Facebook Watch is available through Apple TV, Samsung Smart TV, Amazon Fire TV, Chromecast, and Xbox One.

About Progressive American Flat Track

Progressive American Flat Track is the world’s premier dirt track motorcycle racing series and one of the longest-running championships in the history of motorsports. Sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing in Daytona Beach, Fla., the series is highly regarded as the most competitive form of dirt track motorcycle racing on the globe. For more information on Progressive American Flat Track, please visit us on the web, like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, check us out on Instagram and catch all the Progressive American Flat Track racing action on FOX Sports.

Parts Unlimited Sponsoring Royal Enfield BTR Programs

February 15, 2022

Action from the Royal Enfield Build. Train. Race. road race at Brainerd International Raceway in 2021. Photo courtesy Royal Enfield North America.

ROYAL ENFIELD BUILD. TRAIN. RACE. ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH PARTS UNLIMITED

Parts Unlimited, the world’s largest distributor of aftermarket accessories in powersports, partners with 2022 BTR programs in American Flat Track and MotoAmerica.

Milwaukee, WI (Tuesday, February 15, 2022) – Royal Enfield’s Build. Train. Race. program is delighted to announce a partnership with worldwide distributor of powersports aftermarket accessories Parts Unlimited. Both the BTR Road Race and Flat Track programs will be supported by Parts Unlimited throughout the 2022 season.

Parts Unlimited will be an essential part of the program providing a parts and gear allotment totaling over $100,000. Each BTR program participant will receive a credit to order parts needed in order to build their Royal Enfield INT 650 and Continental GT 650 motorcycles into proper race machines. On top of this generous stipend, Parts Unlimited is going a step further and providing all of the participants with Alpinestars boots and gloves.

“The Build. Train. Race. programs have both grown in size and attention since we started in 2019,” said Breeann Poland, Marketing and Communications Lead – Royal Enfield Americas. “The amount of resources needed to run these programs and for participants to build their motorcycles is more than what we alone can provide. Parts Unlimited took notice of the growth and popularity of BTR and stepped up with a big partnership. Their added support will not only help cover costs, but will allow the creativity and talent of the BTR women to truly shine in 2022. We couldn’t be happier to have them on board; this is going to be an incredible season.”

“We’ve had our eye on the Royal Enfield Build. Train. Race. programs for some time now and are very impressed with the progress and popularity they’ve seen in both American Flat Track and MotoAmerica,” said Paul Langley, Chairman, LeMans Corporation, parent company of Parts Unlimited. “The innovative concept is truly inspiring and reaches audiences that are very important to the powersports industry: women and amateur racers. Parts Unlimited is excited at the prospect of getting behind these inspiring participants and watching them develop on the track throughout the season. It’s a great opportunity to welcome new motorcyclists and show them the fun and passion of racing and that they, too, can aspire to get out on the track.”

About Royal Enfield

The oldest motorcycle company in continuous production in the world, Royal Enfield made its first motorcycle in 1901. A division of Eicher Motors Limited, Royal Enfield has created the midsize motorcycle segment in India with its unique and distinctive modern classic motorcycles. With its manufacturing base in Chennai, India, Royal Enfield has been able to grow its production rapidly against a surge in demand for its motorcycles. Royal Enfield is a leading player in the global middleweight motorcycle market.

Royal Enfield North America (RENA) is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and is developing a growing network of more than 140 dealers in North America, including the contiguous U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico. RENA currently offers the all-new Meteor 350, Himalayan and the 650 Twins (INT 650 and Continental GT 650) motorcycles, along with a range of Genuine Motorcycle Accessories and apparel.

For more information on Royal Enfield North America, visit www.RoyalEnfield.com/us/en/, www.Instagram.com/RoyalEnfield_NA, www.Facebook.com/RoyalEnfieldNorthAmerica.

MotoGP: Mandalika Track Must Be Repaved Before Grand Prix

February 15, 2022

MotoGP World Champion Fabio Quartararo (20) kicking up dirt and asphalt during the recent test at Mandalika International Street Circuit in Indonesia. Photo courtesy Monster Energy Yamaha.