RSD Super Hooligan: Air-Cooled American V-Twin Challenge Added

David Swarts

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February 10, 2022

RSD Super Hooligan: Air-Cooled American V-Twin Challenge Added

Roland Sands Design’s Super Hooligan National Championship has joined forces with North America’s #1 tortilla brand, Mission foods, to introduce the Mission Air-cooled American V-twin Challenge as part of this year’s Super Hooligan National Championship motorcycle road racing series with Moto America. The Mission Air-cooled American V-Twin Challenge is a race within the race, to be featured at all 4 rounds of the SHNC and kicking off with a doubleheader at the legendary Daytona Motor Speedway March 10-12, 2022.

The Mission American V-twin Challenge will award the fastest Air-Cooled American V-Twin racers in the Super Hooligan class with $2,500 in additional payouts per race, as well as an additional $2,500 bonus prize going to the rider with the most points after four rounds of SHNC road racing. The payout will award the top three finishers on Air-cooled American V-Twins. $1,250 for first place, $750 for second place, and $500 for the third-best finisher of each SHNC round. This payout is on-top of the SHNC race payouts of $2,500 per race.

Mission foods Air-cooled American V-Twin Challenge basic rules are 750cc and up Air-cooled American made V-twins, stock frames, high bars, flat number plates, 420lbs and over. (For complete rules for SHNC class visit http://www.superhooligan.com/rulesreg). All rules and regulations, sign-ups and information can be found online at http://www.superhooligan.com/. Mission foods Air-cooled American V-Twin Challenge riders will need to run Mission food logos on their bikes and leathers and adhere to all Moto America and Super Hooligan class rules.

The Super Hooligan class with Moto America features riders and bikes from many disciplines and has a broad set of rules meant to bring new riders and brands into road racing. With the addition of the Mission Air-cooled American V-Twin Challenge, we hope to inspire American V-twin riders who normally race at a local level, to come out and race with the SHNC at a national level and elevate the visibility of Air-cooled American V-twin road racing.

What is the Super Hooligan National Championship:

Roland Sands Design’s Super Hooligan National Championship features 750cc and up twins, 420-pound-plus, air-cooled, water-cooled, and electric, high-bar motorcycles. In 2022, Roland Sands Designs and MotoAmerica, North America’s premier motorcycle road racing series have announced the 2022 Super Hooligan National Championship (SHNC) Road Race Series, which will be held in conjunction with the MotoAmerica Series in an expanded four-race, three-round schedule that will begin with a doubleheader on the high banks of Daytona International Speedway in March. From there the action will return with an SHNC round at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, April 22-24, and will conclude with a return to WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, July 8-10. The second half of the year will feature a short track SHNC California based series, with more details to be announced.

Who is Roland Sands Design:

Roland Sands Design was founded in 2005 and is a multifaceted business that includes commissioned custom motorcycle builds, aftermarket motorcycle parts and design, technical riding and casual apparel, the Super Hooligan National Championship amateur flat track series, Moto Classic Events, and more. Roland Sands Design incorporates a small team of dedicated designers, engineers, racers, builders, fabricators, mechanics, and more, that feed the collective creativity that emanates from their Southern California headquarters.

Aprilia Racers Days 2022 Track Day Schedule Announced

David Swarts

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February 10, 2022

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Aprilia Racers Days 2022 Track Day Schedule Announced

APRILIA 2022 “APRILIA RACERS DAYS” TRACK PROGRAM DATES ANNOUNCED

COVERING PREMIER CIRCUITS ACROSS NORTH AMERICA, APRILIA RACERS DAYS BRINGS PREMIUM MOTORCYCLE EXPERIENCE TO THE TRACK, MADE POSSIBLE WITH INDUSTRY LEADING TECHNICAL PARTNERSHIPS FROM PIRELLI, DAINESE, AND AGV

CIRCUIT OF THE AMERICAS WILL INCLUDE VIP MAX BIAGGI APRILIA RACING EXPERIENCE, LIMITED TO ADVANCED LEVEL APRILIA OWNERS. SELECT ROUNDS WILL OFFER APRILIA RACING SCHOOL INSTRUCTION OPEN TO ALL BRANDS AND SKILL LEVELS

NEW YORK, NY – FEBRUARY 10, 2022 – Aprilia USA has announced the 2022 dates for the celebrate Aprilia Racers Days, track day program. The unique activity brings leading industry partners to the track, allowing customers to experience not only the latest Aprilia motorcycle models on track, but also the latest protection equipment from Dainese and AGV, and performance tires from Pirelli.

Hosted at 7 circuits across North America, Aprilia Racers Days continues to grow an enthusiastic community of track riders, with rider coaching for all group levels, as well as the inclusion of photography and complimentary lunch. Each activity will include the complete street range from Aprilia; RSV4 Factory, RSV4, Tuono V4 Factory, Tuono V4, RS 660, Tuono 660 and Tuono 660 Factory models.

To launch the activity following North America’s biggest motorcycle race weekend in Austin, World Champion Max Biaggi will host a VIP Experience, exclusively for Aprilia owners, with advanced riding skills. Participants will have the unique opportunity to spend the day on-track with Max Biaggi, with access to dedicated garage and classroom, focusing on techniques to improve riding ability and race craft. The experience will include Aprilia Racing MotoGP apparel package, a commemorative gift signed by Max, an intimate dinner event, as well as the benefits of the track day activity included in price. The activity will be limited to 5 participants.

Hosted at select activities will be the Aprilia Racing School. With Aprilia’s dedicated race instruction program, riders of all skill levels will have professional coaching support to bring their performance to the next level. Students riding all marques are welcome to participate, and will receive dedicated track instruction in a private environment, covering a variety of elements, from body position, mental focus, to the performance of your machine, in order to make you a safer, more capable, and faster rider on track.

EVENT DETAILS

Circuit of The Americas

Tuesday, April 12, 2022

9201 Circuit of The Americas Blvd, Austin, TX

Max Biaggi Aprilia Racing Experience available

Virginia International Raceway (South Course)

Monday, May 23, 2022

1245 Pine Tree Rd, Alton, VA

*Following MotoAmerica Weekend

Ridge Motorsports Park

Monday, June 27, 2022

1060 W Eells Hill Rd, Shelton, WA

*Following MotoAmerica Weekend

Aprilia Racing School available

Laguna Seca

Monday, July 18, 2022

1021 Monterey Salinas Hwy, Salinas, CA

Aprilia Racing School available

Autobahn Country Club Chicago

Monday, August 8, 2022

3795 Centerpoint Way, Joliet, IL 60436

New Jersey Motorsports Park

Monday, September 12, 2022

8000 Dividing Creek Rd, Millville, NJ 08332

*Following MotoAmerica Weekend

Aprilia Racing School Available

Buttonwillow Raceway Park

Monday, October 17, 2022

24551 Lerdo Hwy, Buttonwillow, CA

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

Tickets Available at: https://www.aprilia.com/us_EN/aprilia-racers-days/

Aprilia Racers Days events will be supported directly by Aprilia trained technicians and product specialists, as well as partners Pirelli, Dainese and AGV to offer the best on-track experience with expert advice, performance and protection. The cost of participation in the events will not only qualify for an incredible track day experience with your existing motorcycle, but also include a VIP Aprilia Racers Days package, with ability to demo a new Aprilia for one of the track day sessions, equipped with Pirelli performance tires. Additionally, activities will include coaching, event photography, and an included lunch. Attendees will also have the ability to be measured for a custom suit from Dainese and try out the latest track suits as well as helmets from AGV.

ABOUT APRILIA RACERS DAYS PARTNERS

Using its 17 years as the Official Tire Supplier to the FIM Superbike World Championship, Pirelli developed the DIABLO ROSSO™ CORSA II, an innovative new tire derived from racing and designed for use on the road and track. DIABLO ROSSO™ CORSA II is the first-ever Pirelli motorcycle tire that uses two compounds applied in three zones on the front tire and three compounds applied at five zones on the rear, creating an aggressive combination. Innovative profiles, a new structure and a new tread design allow every rider to follow their leanings.

To learn more about the complete line of Pirelli motorcycle tires, please visit www.pirelli.com.

For each of the events, the latest sport-oriented technical apparel and helmets will be showcased by Dainese and AGV, the leader in protection for moto and dynamic sports, which joined Aprilia Racers Days in 2019 as the Official Safety Sponsor. The natural synergy between these two Italian brands – both known for premium products and innovation – brings a new level of excitement to every event.

At each stop along the tour, Dainese will have a Custom Works master tailor available for fittings and consultations, on how you can have Dainese build you a garment that will be your own piece of motorcycling history. Professionals from Dainese’s Retail Stores will be on hand with a demo fleet of D-Air equipped suits for both men and women, to try on and test on track. There will also be AGV helmets Pista GP RR and K6 for participants to try on and experience why most of the top riders in world class racing turn to AGV as their helmet of choice.

To learn more about the complete line of Dainese and AGV, please visit the respective websites:

www.dainese.com

www.agv.com

www.us.tcxboots.com

ABOUT PIRELLI

Pirelli was founded in Milan in 1872 and today stands as a global brand known for its cutting edge technology, high-end production excellence and passion for innovation that draws heavily on its Italian roots. With around 30,000 employees, Pirelli is a major player in the tire industry and the only global player focused solely on the consumer tire market, which includes tires for cars, motorcycles and bicycles. In particular, Pirelli is a global leader in the production of racing and high performance motorcycle tires both for on and off road applications. Pirelli has a long link with motorsport and the multitude of successes include a record of seventy-two world titles gained in the FIM Motocross World Championship thanks to the performance of its mx product range. In road-racing, since 2004 Pirelli has made the FIM Superbike World Championship for production-based motorcycles the ideal proving ground to develop not only the products used in competition, but also tires used daily by motorcyclists all over the world. Inspired by the philosophy now become a motto “We sell what we race, we race what we sell”, Pirelli has managed to bring to fruition all the experience acquired in

ABOUT DAINESE GROUP

Founded in 1972 by Lino Dainese, true to its mission of advocating and delivering safety in dynamic sports, the Company designs advanced protective head-to-toe gear for motorcycling, winter sports, cycling, horse riding and sailing. In 2007 Dainese acquired the iconic premium sport helmet manufacturer AGV, established in 1947. The new Dainese Settantadue brand, established in 2017, reinterprets the design of historic garments that are a part of the stylistic heritage of the Group, with a contemporary twist. Dainese and AGV products represent the technology frontier in the field of protection for dynamic sports and are used by the world’s top athletes including Valentino Rossi and Sofia Goggia, Olympic Champion and winner of the Downhill World Cup.

Midwest Motorcycle Mechanic School Opens In Illinois

David Swarts

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February 10, 2022

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Midwest Motorcycle Mechanic School Opens In Illinois

MIDWEST MOTORCYCLE MECHANIC SCHOOL LAUNCHES WITH INAUGURAL CLASS

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – Midwest Motorcycle Mechanic School, a joint effort between Windy City Motorcycle Company and McHenry County College, launched with its inaugural class on January 10, 2022!

The School offers a 12 week class taught by Certified Master Mechanics at a state of the art facility in Woodstock, Illinois. With 360 hours of instruction blending hands on training, classroom sessions, and job shadow opportunities, successful completion of the course will prepare the students to start their career in this in-demand and growing field.

“I highly recommend this class to anyone looking towards motorcycle mechanics as a career.” said Randy, a member of the inaugural Midwest Motorcycle Mechanic School class. “Great instructors. Modern motorcycles to learn on. You’ll be turning wrenches on the second day.”

“This class is perfect for learning the ins and outs” said Amber, another member of the class. “I learn something every day and the environment is very supportive.”

“The information I’ve learned in a few short weeks has been more beneficial than I could have ever thought possible” said Dustin, who is also taking the class. “Taking this course was the best possible decision I made for my career.”

“This has been a dream of mine for some time now.” said Doug Jackson, 40+ Year Industry Veteran, Woodstock Harley-Davidson/KTM/Triumph General Manager, and Midwest Motorcycle Mechanic School Leader. “Service is the foundation of a dealership, and to have a strong foundation you need to have highly skilled technicians. This school provides an affordable, local option for people interested in this exciting career.”

Through McHenry County College, students can access financial aid opportunities to assist with class enrollment for Midwest Motorcycle Mechanic School. If you need financial support for your training, please visit www.mchenry.edu/ncscholarships.

For more information on the Midwest Motorcycle Mechanic School, please visit www.mchenry.edu/motorcycletech.

For more information on Windy City Motorcycle Company and the dealerships within the group, please visit www.windycitymc.com.

About Windy City Motorcycle Company:

Windy City Motorcycle Company commenced business in 2000 and today is among the largest motorcycle distributors in the U.S. representing five premium OEM brands and operating out of 15 locations in Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin. It is listed among Crain’s Chicago Business’ largest privately held businesses in Chicago employing approximately 350 people, teaching about 2,000 students annually to ride motorcycles, and delivering over 6,000 motorcycles per year into the market.”

Pirelli Introduces Diablo Rosso IV Corsa Tire

David Swarts

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February 10, 2022

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Pirelli Introduces Diablo Rosso IV Corsa Tire

PIRELLI UNVEILS THE NEW DIABLO ROSSO IV CORSA

THE SPORTIEST TYRE OF THE DIABLO ROSSO FAMILY, AVAILABLE IN THE CELEBRATORY EDITION OF PIRELLI’S 150 YEAR ANNIVERSARY

Ideal for riders who want performance upgrades for their motorcycles

Higher grip, enhanced ‘fast’ handling and performance consistency

Bi-compound scheme both on front and rear tyre

Slicker tread pattern compared to DIABLO ROSSO IV

Racing derived technologies applied to profiles and structures

Milan (Italy) 10th February 2022 – Pirelli presents the new DIABLO ROSSO IV Corsa, the high-performance hypersport tyre that raises the bar of sport riding even higher within the DIABLO ROSSO family. The new DIABLO ROSSO IV Corsa represents a fiercer version of the DIABLO ROSSO IV supersport tyre, created to satisfy the most demanding motorcyclists seeking a tyre capable of high performance, to fully utilise the potential of their bikes.

DIABLO ROSSO IV Corsa was born in the year in which Pirelli celebrates its 150th anniversary and becomes an integral part of the celebrations. During 2022 a limited edition DIABLO ROSSO IV Corsa pays homage to this milestone and features the Pirelli’s 150th anniversary logo on its sidewall.

Formed in Milan on 28 January 1872, the company began its business with diversified rubber products, making the first tyre for bicycles in 1890. Always passionate about competition, Pirelli participated in the first motorcycle races in 1897 and today continues with the role of sole supplier to the Superbike World Championship, a collaboration that started in 2004, as well as being the most successful brand in MXGP. Today Pirelli is the only tyre company focused exclusively on the consumer world, with products and services for cars, motorcycles and bicycles.

Who is DIABLO ROSSO IV Corsa designed for?

DIABLO ROSSO IV Corsa is the ideal choice for:

Motorcyclists who love a dynamic riding style on winding roads and mountain passes, who want a tyre to match the sporty performance of their motorcycle;
Motorcyclists who are passionate about tuning, who look for performance upgrades and take care of the bike set-up and aesthetics. These riders seek the optimal set-up of their motorcycle according to the type of use, also through the upgrade to high-performance equipment. They also recognise the lightning-shaped tread design, here interrupted, as the iconic symbol representing DIABLO ROSSO sporty performance.

The benefits of DIABLO ROSSO IV Corsa:

The main benefits of DIABLO ROSSO IV Corsa are:

Higher grip in dry conditions, thanks to a slicker tread design that guarantees a larger footprint area alongside the use of innovative compounds that increase mechanical grip levels;
Enhanced hi-performance handling and precise feedback. The innovative technologies applied to the carcass make DIABLO ROSSO IV Corsa able to adhere to the micro-roughness of the asphalt, ensuring precise feedback and a feeling of control;
Performance consistency over multiple riding sessions, made possible by the characteristics of the tread pattern, where the intended repetition of the grooves offers high resistance to stress, and, by the new arrangement of the compounds, ensures optimal thermal balance.

THE TYRE IN DETAILS

Tread Pattern

The tread design of DIABLO ROSSO IV Corsa features a calculated repetition of the central grooves and a slicker shoulder area, for a void/fill ratio 25%[1] lower than DIABLO ROSSO IV.

In the central area, the group of longitudinal grooves assures directional stability and water evacuation. Their orientation follows the wear waves and enables an even wear, while their position increase the structural stability of the tyre to give performance consistency over multiple riding sessions.

In the intermediate area, linear grooves of different lengths are positioned using a scheme that balances compound flexibility and water evacuation. DIABLO ROSSO IV Corsa features a large slick area on the shoulders, able to offer high levels of grip, precision and stability at maximum lean angles.

Compounds

The front tyre is divided into three areas using two different compounds:

The central band has a Full Silica compound that occupies around 45% of the section width and is present in the contact area used up to 25 degrees of lean angle;
The side areas have a softer compound, also Full Silica, thanks to the use of innovative resins that offer excellent grip and improve the front tyre feedback.
The rear tyre also has a bi-compound scheme for excellent road performance and works in harmony with the front:

The central Full Silica compound allows for a quick warm-up and excellent chemical grip on different surface conditions;
The shoulder compound is 100% Carbon Black and derives directly from the compounds of DIABLO Supercorsa SC used in racing competitions. This compound is able to offer support at full lean and traction during acceleration managing the torque generated by the latest generation superbikes.

Profiles

Pirelli exploits all the know-how acquired in the fastest production-derived motorcycle championship. The profiles of DIABLO ROSSO IV Corsa are therefore race-derived and are characterised by a multi radius design that improves the tyre’s handling.

The central area has a sharper profile to facilitate immediate lean and rapid change of direction. In the lateral areas, on the other hand, the profile curvature is less accentuated in order to increase the contact area and ensure maximum traction when cornering. Front and rear tyres follow a similar profile design, thus ensuring a perfectly balanced and neutral behaviour of the set.

Structure

With DIABLO ROSSO IV Corsa Pirelli uses a racing-derived structure with zero-degree steel belt, which manages to adapt perfectly to different levels of stress without compromising comfort and work optimally with the most advanced electronic control systems.

The stiff cord technology features structural cords that are more rigid and at the same time distributed with less density (-20%) compared to a standard sport tyre[2]. This scheme leaves more room for the rubber compound, which improves riding feeling and precision thanks to its damping properties, thus transmitting to the rider, a safety feeling and control of the motorcycle.

The range

The DIABLO ROSSO IV Corsa range includes the following sizes.

Front

110/70 ZR 17 M/C 54W TL 07/2022

120/70 ZR 17 M/C (58W) TL 01/2022

Rear

150/60 ZR 17 M/C 66W TL 07/2022

180/55 ZR 17 M/C (73W) TL 01/2022

180/60 ZR 17 M/C (75W) TL 03/2022

190/50 ZR 17 M/C (73W) TL 06/2022

190/55 ZR 17 M/C (75W) TL 01/2022

200/55 ZR 17 M/C (78W) TL 04/2022

200/60 ZR 17 M/C (80W) TL 04/2022

[1] Rear size 190/55 ZR 17 of DIABLO ROSSO IV CORSA and DIABLO ROSSO IV compared

[2] cords distributed with 20% with less density compared to DIABLO ROSSO III tyre

KTM’s 2022 Ride Orange Street Demo Tour Starts Feb. 26 In California

David Swarts

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February 10, 2022

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KTM’s 2022 Ride Orange Street Demo Tour Starts Feb. 26 In California

KTM ANNOUNCES NATIONWIDE 2022 RIDE ORANGE STREET DEMO TOUR

February 10, 2022

MURRIETA, Calif. – KTM North America, Inc. is pleased to announce details for the 2022 KTM RIDE ORANGE STREET DEMO TOUR, giving U.S. consumers a unique opportunity to get up close and personal with KTM’s versatile lineup of 2022 STREET models. Kicking off on Saturday, Feb. 26 at KTM’s North American Headquarters in Murrieta, California, the 2022 schedule will once again make stops at some of the largest motorcycle events in the country.

Riding on the nation’s best roads, participants of the KTM RIDE ORANGE STREET DEMO program will experience KTM’s pure performance on pre-planned routes that navigate through some great riding areas, thanks to a partnership with participating KTM dealers across the nation. Come explore KTM’s all-new ADVENTURE lineup, including heavy-hitters like the ultimate high-performance KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S and the all-terrain powerhouse KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE R. Beginning this April, riders can also enjoy the pure race-inspired performance of the new KTM RC 390.

2022 KTM RIDE ORANGE STREET DEMO MODELS

KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE R/S

KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R EVO

KTM 890 DUKE R

KTM 890 DUKE

KTM 690 ENDURO R / SMC R

KTM 390 DUKE

KTM 390 ADVENTURE (at select demos)

KTM RC 390 (starting in April)

KTM 200 DUKE

KTM 350/500 EXC-F* (at select demos)

Participants will also receive a Ride Orange VIP Card voucher (valued up to $500 MSRP), redeemable on KTM PowerParts, KTM PowerWear and/or KTM SpareParts at an authorized KTM dealer with the purchase of a new KTM STREET model.

In order to participate in the KTM RIDE ORANGE STREET DEMO, you must be 25 years or older for 690 cc and up, and 21-years-old or above for 500 cc and under. Participants 21 to 24-years-old can ONLY ride motorcycles 500 cc and under. Experienced riders only (no beginners). All riders must show a government issued Photo ID with motorcycle endorsement. Demos are on a first-come first-served basis and registration will take place on-site the morning of the event.

For a list of KTM RIDE ORANGE STREET DEMO locations and to connect with your local participating dealer, please visit KTM.com or email [email protected]. Follow KTM USA on all social media platforms for the most up-to-date information on events.

MotoGP: Vinales Is Not Making Any Predictions (Includes Video)

David Swarts

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February 10, 2022

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MotoGP: Vinales Is Not Making Any Predictions (Includes Video)

MOTOGP 2022: APRILIA SHOWS THEIR CARDS AND REVEALS THEIR AMBITIONS
AN ADVANCED RS-GP AND THREE TOP-LEVEL RIDERS: ALEIX ESPARGARÓ, MAVERICK VIÑALES, AND TEST RIDER LORENZO SAVADORI

ON THE 30TH ANNIVERSARY OF THEIR FIRST WORLD TITLE, APRILIA RACING IS FINALLY ON THE GRID AS A FACTORY TEAM.

MASSIMO RIVOLA: “A HUGE RESPONSIBILITY BUT ALSO ADDED MOTIVATION”

ROMANO ALBESIANO: “THE NEW RS-GP IS THE PROFOUND EVOLUTION OF AN ALREADY OUTSTANDING PROJECT”

The year 2022 marks an important time for Aprilia Racing in its young MotoGP history. In fact, the Italian team gains Factory Team status, yet another step forward in a growth trend that has been clear over the last two seasons, culminating in the podium at Silverstone last year, a result that Aprilia had never before achieved in its history in MotoGP.

At the end of the 2021 season, Aleix Espargaró finished eighth in the overall championship standings, moving up nine positions and tripling the points he had earned in the previous seasons. This is a great result which is only the starting point for the 2022 evolution, a season where Aprilia will be on the grid with a profoundly revamped RS-GP with respect to what has proven to be a good technical base. Not only the results, but more than anything else, the gap behind the best riders (never before so consistently low in the brand’s history), convinced the racing department engineers to focus their work on all areas of performance. Without revolutionising, but with the innovative ability that has always made Aprilia’s efforts stand out in racing.

Taking the new RS-GP machines onto the track will be a line-up of extremely high-level riders. Riding alongside the ultra-confirmed “team captain” Aleix Espargaró will be Maverick Viñales, the newest member of the Aprilia family. Carrying out the dual role of tester and wild-card rider will be Lorenzo Savadori, the young rider who has demonstrated consistent progress since his début in an extremely demanding category.

Aleix Espargaró

“I can’t wait to get back on the track with my team. After many years together, they are no longer just mechs and techs. They are truly part of my family and, from that point of view, the winter break always seems too long. I’m extremely pumped up. The years may pass, but I am still just as hungry as I was when I began and I’m at the top of my game physically. For the first tests, I chose a helmet with graphics dedicated to all Aprilia’s first podiums in the various classes, including the one we earned together at Silverstone. It seems like the right way to kick off the season and pay tribute to this brand’s great racing heritage. The goal is obviously to add more images to this gallery”.

Maverick Viñales

“From my first moment on this team, I realised that I had been chosen for a purpose – to take Aprilia to the top of modern MotoGP. This is the goal we are all working towards. I don’t think it’s fair to make predictions. I prefer focusing on the job at hand and on preparing because I believe that results are a direct consequence of our efforts. We had the great opportunity of getting to know one another ahead of time, doing a few races together and beginning to understand our reciprocal needs. We’ll need to exploit this advantage as much as possible. I am highly satisfied with the job the racing department did over the winter and now all that’s left is to show our progress on the track”.

Lorenzo Savadori

“The role of tester, also considering the fact that I’ll do some wild card races, is extremely important in MotoGP. Everyone at Aprilia is working hard to improve the RS-GP even more. We are competing in a category where continued investments of time, resources, and efforts is indispensable. The overall level of our rivals is extremely high, but we are growing and we need to continue this trend. I’ve been part of this project since 2020 and I have grown along with the RS-GP, a bike that has consistently and progressively improved, and I’m confident that it will take another step forward in this new season”.

Massimo Rivola

“This is an important season. We are coming into MotoGP as a Factory Team precisely on the thirtieth anniversary of Aprilia’s first World Championship GP Motorcycle Racing title, won with Alex Gramigni. This is a great responsibility, but also an injection of extra motivation. The racing department is now a group of highly skilled individuals who work extremely well together and with a strong Italian footprint that we are extremely proud of. We are working well and the competitiveness we demonstrated last year must be just the starting points. The ’21 season was a good one, but we need to forget about it straight away and look forward. In my opinion, the 2022 RS-GP will be the most beautiful bike on the grid and I hope that it will also be one of the fastest. I think we have done some significant work, certain of the direction we have taken. We have three top-level riders: the “team captain” Aleix and a great champion like Maverick who we are getting to know better and better every day. Lorenzo will be our test rider. In spite of a season conditioned by injuries, he demonstrated significant growth and he will be a big help in developing the project”.

Romano Albesiano

“The RS-GP 2022 is a profound evolution of the outstanding base used in 2021. We focused on the main performance areas. The engine has undergone significant internal changes, maintaining the previous layout. The aerodynamics are constantly evolving and the chassis architecture and software areas have been revamped with the goal of improving important aspects such as braking, acceleration and the starting strategy. We have three riders with very different characteristics, both physically and in terms of riding style, and that means that we are able to develop a bike which is effective in a wider range of needs. In recent years, we have seen an uptick in performance, including our own, which is why we worked particularly hard during the winter break. I’m confident that we will have good cards to play in the 2022 championship season”.

MotoGP: A Recap Of Sepang And Preview Of The Mandalika Test

David Swarts

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February 10, 2022

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MotoGP: A Recap Of Sepang And Preview Of The Mandalika Test

#MandalikaTest: MotoGP™ touches down in Indonesia

Three days of official testing await as the premier class arrive on Lombok for their first taste of Pertamina Mandalika Circuit

Thursday, 10 February 2022

After the Shakedown Test and the two-day Sepang Test in Malaysia, the paddock is back on the road and heading for the island of Lombok in Indonesia. The FIM MotoGP™ World Championship returns to the country for the first time in over two decades, and it’s the brand new Pertamina Mandalika Circuit playing host.

There’s plenty on the agenda over the three days as riders aim to get to grips with the six left- and 11 right-handers. The circuit is more flowing and the straight is much shorter in comparison to Sepang, with only two hard braking zones. It’s sure to be an interesting three days as both rider and factory get their final preparations underway.

The test runs from 9:00 local time (GMT+8) until 17:00 on the 11th, 12th and 13th of February. As it was from Sepang, Live Timing will be available across the three days on motogp.com and on the official MotoGP™ app, as well as a range of updates, reports, highlights and more.

After The Flag will also be back in action with a live show each day, showcasing a host of interviews, analysis, features and footage of the track action. Once again, After The Flag will be hosted by MotoGP™’s Matt Birt and Louis Suddaby, and will link up live with Lombok for rider interviews and analysis, as well as unmissable insight from pitlane reporter Simon Crafar on the ground. The programme starts half an hour before the end of the test and continues for an hour after track action concludes at motogp.com.

TIMETABLE – LOCAL TIME

Friday 11th February

Track open: 09:00 – 17:00

After The Flag: 16:30 – 18:00

Saturday 12th February

Track open: 09:00 – 17:00

After The Flag: 16:30 – 18:00

Sunday 13th February

Track open: 09:00 – 17:00

After The Flag: 16:30 – 18:00

TIP: Head to the Mandalika Test page and select “Your Time” to see the details for your timezone!

The road to Mandalika: a recap of what we’ve seen so far

A brief look through each factory’s focus and progress in pre-season so far

DUCATI

Ducati left the Sepang Test on the front foot on the timesheets thanks to Enea Bastianini (Gresini Racing MotoGP™), with the sophomore putting in the fastest ever lap of Sepang on his GP21. The new GP22 also acquitted itself well, with the new engine showing gains in top speed and the new aero and updated air intake remaining a fixture. However, the feedback from riders at Sepang suggests there remains a margin for improvement and the Borgo Panigale factory will be keen to iron everything out ahead of Qatar.

Ducati’s updated ride-height device – which appears to now lower the front and rear of the machine – will likely steal more headlines at Mandalika too.

APRILIA

The Noale factory were one of the headline-stealers of the Sepang Test. After a 1-2 on Day 1, they ended the test second and fifth respectively – with both Aleix Espargaro and Maverick Viñales sounding very positive about the new, narrower 2022 machine. Espargaro praised the turning and corner speed improvements, although the Spaniard does remain undecided on which chassis is best.

Aprilia have said since the Jerez Test that Mandalika would be where they would finalise the machine. Will they have the same speed as we head for Indonesia? And are there are more innovations in the locker?

SUZUKI

Suzuki also made their improvements a headline act. The Hamamatsu factory confirmed they’ve improved their engine in the search for more top speed without compromising the established assets of the GSX-RR, and there were ripples of interest up and down pitlane at the steps forward on show in Sepang.

There were reportedly some more varied comments from the riders regarding aero and chassis updates, but plenty worked a treat. How will the Suzuki fare around the 17 apexes of Mandalika?

YAMAHA

The Iwata marque wanted more top speed heading into 2022 and there has reportedly been a small step forward, but not enough. Monster Energy Yamaha Team Manager Maio Meregalli admitted they expected a bigger improvement and in lieu of that, work has been focusing on finding more gains via aero.

Meregalli also said that the “real test” will be in Mandalika, so it’s almost time for Yamaha to choose their direction after another three days to try and maximise the 2022 YZR-M1.

HONDA

The new RC213V is one of the most compelling attractions of pre-season so far, as is the return of eight-time World Champion Marc Marquez (Repsol Honda Team). The number 93 is recovered and raring to go, despite feeling pretty tired after his return to the fray, and was the quickest Honda at Sepang. He says he needs to find its limits, but was positive about the all-new package.

Honda will continue refining the new machine at Mandalika, with all riders – Marc Marquez, Repsol Honda’s Pol Espargaro, Alex Marquez (LCR Honda Castrol) and Takaaki Nakagami (LCR Honda Idemitsu) – working on the 2022 bike.

KTM

Many would give more than a pfennig for KTM’s thoughts as the Austrian factory continue to prove coy. New Red Bull KTM Factory Racing Team Manager Francesco Guidotti did confirm the overall plan at Sepang, however, with KTM looking to find a solid base from which to begin the season and then use that as a springboard after a tougher 2021.

Evaluating new parts and re-examining plenty from last year, it’s been all hands on deck for Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Miguel Oliveira and Brad Binder, alongside test riders Mika Kallio and MotoGP™ Legend Dani Pedrosa – with Tech 3 rookies Remy Gardner and Raul Fernandez, of course, more focused on their own machines and adaptation.

The rookies: pre-season half term report

How the five premier class newbies are settling in so far

By the end of the Shakedown and the two-day Sepang Test, it was Mooney VR46 Racing Team’s Marco Bezzecchi who took the top rookie honours – and the Italian was the only debutant to get into the 1:58s. It’s early doors yet, but that bodes well for the multiple Grand Prix winner after a more muted season in Moto2™, including some lingering injury issues. Can he get on terms with Mandalika and keep the roll going?

At Tech 3 KTM Factory Racing, Raul Fernandez kept the upper hand on teammate and 2021 Moto2™ Champion Remy Gardner. The Spaniard was just under two tenths off a 1:58 by the end of the test and continued to impress. Gardner, however, is suffering with a broken wrist sustained in training before testing began – not stopping him from taking part, but surely a limitation and, hopefully, one that will have improved slightly for the final test on Lombok.

Fabio Di Giannantonio (Gresini Racing MotoGP™), meanwhile, got within 0.017 of Fernandez’ best – and despite missing two whole days of track time at the Shakedown due to illness. That’s an impressive job and the Italian will want to maximise his time on the circuit in Indonesia too. So will Darryn Binder (WithU Yamaha RNF MotoGP Team) as he makes the leap from Moto3™ straight to MotoGP™. The South African shaved another second off his best from Day 1 to Day 2, and got down to a 1:59.857 as his adaptation continues.

Who will be the fastest rookie ahead of the Qatar GP? We’ll find out at Mandalika!

MotoAmerica: Yamaha Announces Superbike Team, Daytona 200 Plans

David Swarts

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February 10, 2022

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MotoAmerica: Yamaha Announces Superbike Team, Daytona 200 Plans

Yamaha Unveils 2022 MotoAmerica Superbike Team

Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. is pleased to announce the Fresh N Lean Progressive Yamaha Racing team, which will head its efforts in the MotoAmerica Superbike Championship aboard the Attack Performance Yamaha R1s for the next two seasons. The team will field a two-rider effort led by the reigning MotoAmerica Superbike Champion Jake Gagne and new addition Cameron Petersen.

Fresh N Lean, America’s #1 Ready-to-Eat (RTE) meal delivery company, returns as the title sponsor and will continue to fuel the team for championship-proven performance on the track with quality nutrition that is easily prepared, organically sourced, and available in a variety of diets; all focused on optimizing human potential. Coming on board this season is another industry leading sponsor – Progressive Insurance, a leader in the commercial auto insurance industry and the #1 motorcycle insurer in the United States. Returning to the team’s powerhouse line-up of partners is Yamalube and Yamaha Financial Services.

Yamaha also extends its partnership with Attack Performance, one of the sport’s leading manufacturers of high-performance components and services for modern sportbikes. Since 2020, Attack has carried on the winning tradition of the Yamaha R1, enjoying two dominant seasons with 33 victories and two titles in the premier class. Attack Performance principal Richard Stanboli will also return as the team manager.

Gagne enters his third season with the team and aims to keep the #1 on the front of his Attack Performance Yamaha R1. Last year was a standout season for the Colorado rider who added several record-breaking accolades en route to claiming his first title in the premier class a weekend early. He notched an impressive 16-consecutive race wins, and then added one more victory to score the most wins in a season, putting him tied on the all-time win list with Nicky Hayden and making him the active leader in Superbike wins heading into the 2022 season. Gagne also has a pair of support class championships to his credit – the 2014 Daytona Sportbike Championship and the 2015 MotoAmerica Superstock 1000 Championship.

Petersen joins the team in 2022 and also has a championship-proven history in the support class category, taking the MotoAmerica Stock 1000 crown in 2020. The South African had a solid return to the premier class in 2021, scoring his debut Superbike victory at the season finale in Barber and ended the year third in the points standings with a total of five podium appearances. He looks to build on his progress in the MotoAmerica Superbike Championship as he returns to the Yamaha brand.

In addition to the 10-round MotoAmerica Superbike season, the team will race the Daytona 200 aboard the Attack Performance Yamaha R6 as the series makes its debut at the legendary Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida, on March 10-12.

The team would like to also thank its technical partners for their continued support of the championship-winning program: Akrapovic, Braking, TrackDaz, Capit, HHR-Carbonin, Suter, OZ, DID, NGK-NTK, and Zero Gravity.

Jim Roach – Yamaha Racing Department Manager for YMUS

“Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA, is excited to announce the return of Fresh N Lean as the title sponsor of our MotoAmerica Superbike effort for 2022 and 2023. The 2021 season was a resounding success, and we are looking to continue our winning tradition in the future.

“Also joining the team in sponsorship for 2022 and 2023 is Progressive Insurance. Yamaha is thrilled to have this new relationship with Progressive and is looking forward to the start of the season and some great racing.

“Returning for two more years is our 2021 MotoAmerica Superbike Champion, Jake Gagne. With 17 wins last year, Jake had a record-breaking season en route to claiming his championship. New to the Fresh N Lean Progressive Yamaha team for 2022 and 2023 is Cameron Peterson. In addition to great speed, Cameron has shown continued growth over the years. We look forward to going racing with Jake and Cameron.”

Tom Halverson – Yamaha Racing Assistant Department Manager for YMUS

“We are very proud to announce that we are continuing our partnership with Attack Performance for 2022 and 2023. We are very proud of the professionalism, skill, and passion the entire Attack Performance Team brings to the effort. Everyone on the team from 2021 will be back in 2022. Each of these team members played a vital part in our 2021 success, and we are looking forward to working with them all again.

“We are also very proud of Jake Gagne, who will be running the #1 on his Attack Performance Yamaha R1 Superbike after a record-breaking season in 2021. Cameron Petersen has a lot of talent and great potential and will be a fantastic addition to the team. We look forward to working with him to reach the next level in his career.

“We are very excited to continue with Fresh N Lean and bring on a new partner, Progressive Insurance. Along with Yamaha Financial Services and Yamalube, we have some great partners that provide us with the support to make this happen.”

Richard Stanboli – Fresh N Lean Progressive Yamaha Racing Team Manager

“Speaking for the entire Attack Performance team, we are very excited to continue our collaboration with Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA, to race the Yamaha R1 in the MotoAmerica Superbike Championship. We couldn’t have asked for a better companion in this racing journey. When we first accepted the responsibility as the official Superbike team, Yamaha’s in-house team had already recorded a decade of nearly continuous Superbike Championships. This was a very high bar to meet, and we feel fortunate to have delivered on the challenge. We now look forward to the future and continuing to build on our high level of performance.

“We are also very grateful to have Fresh N Lean back as the title sponsor. They have been a great partner to the team, and also provide the meals that fuel the staff and riders, helping us to perform at the highest level. We would also like to welcome our new sponsor, Progressive Insurance. They are also an industry leader and understand the needs of motorcyclists. We look forward to delivering them the #1 plate to match their #1 insurer status.

“Of course, we can’t leave out our riders who battle on the track. Jake Gagne has truly stepped up his craft to become the winningest rider in our series with his amazing 17 wins out of 20 races last season. A team could not ask for a more professional, easy-going, yet aggressive rider on the track. We look forward to helping him defend his title. Cameron Petersen, our newest rider, has shown great potential. At our first test, he wasted no time getting comfortable on the Yamaha R1 and getting up to speed on the racetrack, and we feel that he will be racing for the win at every event. His positive attitude is refreshing, and he has the same demeanor and professionalism as Jake, which we feel will be a winning combination for the team. We look forward to seeing our fans at Daytona and at every podium on the MotoAmerica calendar.”

Jake Gagne – Fresh N Lean Progressive Yamaha Racing

“This is my third year now with Yamaha, and I really feel a part of the family. I’m just so thankful that I’ve got a couple more years of racing superbikes here on the R1. It’s the best bike I’ve ever ridden and the best crew I’ve ever had, so for me, I’m just really enjoying it. Especially coming off of that amazing year last season, we want to keep doing our job and try to win as many races as we can and try to win that championship. I know it’s not going to be as easy to pull off what we did last year, as the other guys are really going to try and not make that happen. We’re going to keep fighting and do what we can. I’m just so happy to have such a great group of people around me. “

Cam Petersen – Fresh N Lean Progressive Yamaha Racing

“It’s been a dream of mine to ride for Attack and Yamaha. I’m so grateful that Tom and Richard believed in me and gave me the opportunity. I know that this is the kind of opportunity that comes around once in a lifetime, so I’m prepared and ready to make the most out of it. I’m really looking forward to the upcoming season and want to grab this opportunity with both hands and make Yamaha and everybody proud. I feel like I’ve got two good years under my belt now with positive things happening in the sport, so I’m ready to keep that forward momentum going and win some championships.”

Moto2: Teams Continue Pre-Season Testing At Jerez

David Swarts

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February 9, 2022

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Moto2: Teams Continue Pre-Season Testing At Jerez

Lowes and Arbolino continue pre-season at Jerez test

The Elf Marc VDS Racing duo post competitive times and complete busy testing schedules during a valuable two-day test session at the Circuito de Jerez-Angel Nieto.

After a successful start to winter testing in Valencia last week, Sam Lowes and Tony Arbolino enjoyed another productive outing as preparations for the 2022 Moto2 season ramped up in Andalusia.

The Elf Marc VDS Racing Team complete their pre-season preparations with an official three-day test at Portimao, which commences on February 19.

Sam Lowes #22

The Briton continued to put in crucial development kilometres on the 2022 Kalex chassis on day one, with a key aim to find more rear grip.

The 31-year-old intended to focus on chassis set-up again on day two, but he had to end the test earlier than planned after encountering a tendonitis issue with his left wrist.

Lowes will now commence an intense course of physiotherapy on his left wrist ahead of his return to track action at the Algarve International Circuit in less than two weeks.

“I’m happy with the work done at this test”

“I struggled with a bit of tendonitis after the Valencia test last week and on the first day here in Jerez I was happy to complete as many laps as I did. I went out today and to be honest I was struggling with it. I guess I tweaked the wrist in Valencia and it’s just causing me some minor issues after so long off the Moto2 bike. There was less wind today and the bike felt good and even in the few laps I was able to run, I felt like we made a good step. I’m happy with the work done at this test. The team have done a great job as always and we’ve managed to eliminate some things that didn’t work and found a good direction with set-up moving forward. Our base setting is more or less fixed and that’s always one of the most important parts of testing to find a bike you’re comfortable and confident with. I’ve got a plan now to work on the wrist ahead of the next test in Portimao and hopefully it will be 100% there.”

Tony Arbolino. Photo courtesy Marc VDS Racing Team.

Tony Arbolino #14

Experiments with different riding positions helped Arbolino feel more comfortable on his 2022 Kalex machine.

The Italian was also able to assess major geometry changes on the opening day and he was delighted with constant progress made throughout the test in establishing a base setting.

Arbolino was satisfied with the consistency of his lap times over the two days with the help of big improvements to front feeling and corner entry.

“The work we have done in Jerez has been positive”

“I completed a lot of laps over these two days and that helped me understand a lot of things and for this reason I am very satisfied. The lap time has improved throughout the test and now my crew and I have a clear indication of where we need to be better. We’re not so far away from where I’d like to be, and the pace was good. We just need to keep working and concentrating on where I know we can improve, but the work we have done in Jerez has been positive. I am so proud of my crew because they are working very hard to give me the best package possible. I am sure we’ll make another step forward in Portimao and by the time we arrive in Qatar for the first race we will have a good base.”

More, from a press release issued by Gresini Racing Moto2 Team:

JEREZ TEST – Vol.1: BACK ON TRACK AFTER THE WINTER BREAK

Jerez de la Frontera, 9th of February 2022. After presenting our new Moto2 liveries in our headquarters, here they are, finally back on track, in the circuit named after Angel Nieto. Two days of testing that saw Filip Salač and Alessandro Zaccone gaining more and more confidence with their Kalex and with the team.

Two different focuses: Filip’s goal was to do many km and to gain confidence with his bike, Alessandro instead focused more on the set up, to try to adapt the bike as much as possible to his riding style.

Filip Salac (12). Photo courtesy Gresini Racing.

FILIP SALAČ #12

Two days of test here in jerez, it felt like the first day of school! We decided to focus on the feeling with the bike: I’m already adapting to it quite well and I enjoyed every single lap! I’m quite happy as after a positive first day, I did improve my lap time again by 7 tenths in day2. I had a small crash with the soft tires on the second day so I didn’t have the chance to make the time attack and I’m a little bit upset about it, but the pace was not bad with the hard tires. The team is doing a great job and I can’t wait to be back on this track in a few days!

Alessandro Zaccone. Photo courtesy Gresini Racing.

ALESSANDRO ZACCONE #61

After an infinite winter beak it is so exciting to be back on track. In these two days of testing we tried to find the best direction to improve the feeling with the bike and we can consider ourself satisfied as we were able to try a lot of things. We were fast with the hard tyre but when we put the soft ones for the time attack I crashed in the first lap, so I didn’t have the chance to improve my personal best. On the other hand I have a great feeling with the bike so I’m sure our ideal lap-time is better than the one we made in those two days and we will prove it in the next test.

PanAmerican Superbike Round Three Report From Homestead

David Swarts

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February 9, 2022

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PanAmerican Superbike Round Three Report From Homestead

Maximilano Gerardo Takes Four Wins at PanAmerican Superbike Round Three

Our big winner from round three of PanAmerican Superbike is Maximilano Gerardo with four race wins by sweeping both the SuperStock 1000 and SuperBike 1000 classes. Max started the day out with a 0.379 second win in the SuperStock 1000 Grande Corsa. He finished the day with a one second win in the Sunoco SuperBike 1000 Sprint along with a class record of 1:24.634.

This round we also saw Stefano Mesa coming back to his old stomping grounds. Stefano walked away with race wins in the SuperStock 600 Grande Corsa and Sunoco SuperBike 600 Grande Corsa and a third place finish in the Sunoco SuperBike 1000 Grande Corsa.

The great performances was not just limited to race wins. We were able to see twelve track lap records broken, and in some races the record was broken multiple times by different racers.

The first of the records was broken during our SuperStreet / Moto 3 Grande Corsa. Julian Correa and Belladonna Britanni both broke the lap record set last season by Belladonna, but Julian’s 1:34.632 was 0.167 faster than Belladonna. Julian Correa now holds both the Amateur and Expert Moto3 lap records at Palm Beach International Raceway and Homestead Miami Speedway! In that same race, Eduardo Aguayo set a new SuperStreet 300 Amateur lap record with a 1:43.688. While all that was happening, Avery Dreher beat his own SuperStock 400 Expert lap record by almost one second, with a 1:34.190!

Taking a look at our more seasoned racers, we have quite a rivalry building between Paul Vance and JM Padron. These two racers faced off four times. Their first meeting was in the Formula Twin Grande Corsa. Paul won the race while also setting a new Formula Twin Expert lap record of 1:32.077. Two races later, these two faced off in the Euro Light Grande Corsa. JM Padron evened the score with the win over Paul. Later in the afternoon they would have another face off in the Euro Light Sprint race. Paul was able to get some payback with a 0.345 second win over JM to take the lead, 2-1. In their final match of the day, Paul and JM gridded up for the Formula Twin Sprint race. Paul had set a high bar in the Grande Corsa race. But, JM stepped up to the challenge by not only winning the sprint race, which means Paul and JM ended the day in a 2-2 tie for wins, but JM’s 1:13.711 beat the lap record Paul had set earlier in the day.

We are looking forward to more battles at round four at Palm Beach International Raceway in April!

PanAmerican Superbike would like to thank our 2022 sponsors for their continued support!

Sunoco Racing Fuels

Southern Racing Fuels

Palm Beach County Sports Commission

Bridgestone Tires

Dunlop Motorcycle Tires

Envy Racing Apparel

MYLAPS Sports Timing

Florida Track Days

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RSD Super Hooligan: Air-Cooled American V-Twin Challenge Added

February 10, 2022

An air-cooled Indian racebike. Photo courtesy Roland Sands Design.

Roland Sands Design’s Super Hooligan National Championship has joined forces with North America’s #1 tortilla brand, Mission foods, to introduce the Mission Air-cooled American V-twin Challenge as part of this year’s Super Hooligan National Championship motorcycle road racing series with Moto America. The Mission Air-cooled American V-Twin Challenge is a race within the race, to be featured at all 4 rounds of the SHNC and kicking off with a doubleheader at the legendary Daytona Motor Speedway March 10-12, 2022.

The Mission American V-twin Challenge will award the fastest Air-Cooled American V-Twin racers in the Super Hooligan class with $2,500 in additional payouts per race, as well as an additional $2,500 bonus prize going to the rider with the most points after four rounds of SHNC road racing. The payout will award the top three finishers on Air-cooled American V-Twins. $1,250 for first place, $750 for second place, and $500 for the third-best finisher of each SHNC round. This payout is on-top of the SHNC race payouts of $2,500 per race.

Mission foods Air-cooled American V-Twin Challenge basic rules are 750cc and up Air-cooled American made V-twins, stock frames, high bars, flat number plates, 420lbs and over. (For complete rules for SHNC class visit http://www.superhooligan.com/rulesreg). All rules and regulations, sign-ups and information can be found online at http://www.superhooligan.com/. Mission foods Air-cooled American V-Twin Challenge riders will need to run Mission food logos on their bikes and leathers and adhere to all Moto America and Super Hooligan class rules.

The Super Hooligan class with Moto America features riders and bikes from many disciplines and has a broad set of rules meant to bring new riders and brands into road racing. With the addition of the Mission Air-cooled American V-Twin Challenge, we hope to inspire American V-twin riders who normally race at a local level, to come out and race with the SHNC at a national level and elevate the visibility of Air-cooled American V-twin road racing.

What is the Super Hooligan National Championship:

Roland Sands Design’s Super Hooligan National Championship features 750cc and up twins, 420-pound-plus, air-cooled, water-cooled, and electric, high-bar motorcycles. In 2022, Roland Sands Designs and MotoAmerica, North America’s premier motorcycle road racing series have announced the 2022 Super Hooligan National Championship (SHNC) Road Race Series, which will be held in conjunction with the MotoAmerica Series in an expanded four-race, three-round schedule that will begin with a doubleheader on the high banks of Daytona International Speedway in March. From there the action will return with an SHNC round at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, April 22-24, and will conclude with a return to WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, July 8-10. The second half of the year will feature a short track SHNC California based series, with more details to be announced.

Who is Roland Sands Design:

Roland Sands Design was founded in 2005 and is a multifaceted business that includes commissioned custom motorcycle builds, aftermarket motorcycle parts and design, technical riding and casual apparel, the Super Hooligan National Championship amateur flat track series, Moto Classic Events, and more. Roland Sands Design incorporates a small team of dedicated designers, engineers, racers, builders, fabricators, mechanics, and more, that feed the collective creativity that emanates from their Southern California headquarters.

Aprilia Racers Days 2022 Track Day Schedule Announced

February 10, 2022

An Aprilia motorcycle on pit lane at Circuit of The Americas in 2021. Photo courtesy Aprilia.

APRILIA 2022 “APRILIA RACERS DAYS” TRACK PROGRAM DATES ANNOUNCED

COVERING PREMIER CIRCUITS ACROSS NORTH AMERICA, APRILIA RACERS DAYS BRINGS PREMIUM MOTORCYCLE EXPERIENCE TO THE TRACK, MADE POSSIBLE WITH INDUSTRY LEADING TECHNICAL PARTNERSHIPS FROM PIRELLI, DAINESE, AND AGV

CIRCUIT OF THE AMERICAS WILL INCLUDE VIP MAX BIAGGI APRILIA RACING EXPERIENCE, LIMITED TO ADVANCED LEVEL APRILIA OWNERS. SELECT ROUNDS WILL OFFER APRILIA RACING SCHOOL INSTRUCTION OPEN TO ALL BRANDS AND SKILL LEVELS

NEW YORK, NY – FEBRUARY 10, 2022 – Aprilia USA has announced the 2022 dates for the celebrate Aprilia Racers Days, track day program. The unique activity brings leading industry partners to the track, allowing customers to experience not only the latest Aprilia motorcycle models on track, but also the latest protection equipment from Dainese and AGV, and performance tires from Pirelli.

Hosted at 7 circuits across North America, Aprilia Racers Days continues to grow an enthusiastic community of track riders, with rider coaching for all group levels, as well as the inclusion of photography and complimentary lunch. Each activity will include the complete street range from Aprilia; RSV4 Factory, RSV4, Tuono V4 Factory, Tuono V4, RS 660, Tuono 660 and Tuono 660 Factory models.

To launch the activity following North America’s biggest motorcycle race weekend in Austin, World Champion Max Biaggi will host a VIP Experience, exclusively for Aprilia owners, with advanced riding skills. Participants will have the unique opportunity to spend the day on-track with Max Biaggi, with access to dedicated garage and classroom, focusing on techniques to improve riding ability and race craft. The experience will include Aprilia Racing MotoGP apparel package, a commemorative gift signed by Max, an intimate dinner event, as well as the benefits of the track day activity included in price. The activity will be limited to 5 participants.

Hosted at select activities will be the Aprilia Racing School. With Aprilia’s dedicated race instruction program, riders of all skill levels will have professional coaching support to bring their performance to the next level. Students riding all marques are welcome to participate, and will receive dedicated track instruction in a private environment, covering a variety of elements, from body position, mental focus, to the performance of your machine, in order to make you a safer, more capable, and faster rider on track.

EVENT DETAILS

Circuit of The Americas

Tuesday, April 12, 2022

9201 Circuit of The Americas Blvd, Austin, TX

Max Biaggi Aprilia Racing Experience available

Virginia International Raceway (South Course)

Monday, May 23, 2022

1245 Pine Tree Rd, Alton, VA

*Following MotoAmerica Weekend

Ridge Motorsports Park

Monday, June 27, 2022

1060 W Eells Hill Rd, Shelton, WA

*Following MotoAmerica Weekend

Aprilia Racing School available

Laguna Seca

Monday, July 18, 2022

1021 Monterey Salinas Hwy, Salinas, CA

Aprilia Racing School available

Autobahn Country Club Chicago

Monday, August 8, 2022

3795 Centerpoint Way, Joliet, IL 60436

New Jersey Motorsports Park

Monday, September 12, 2022

8000 Dividing Creek Rd, Millville, NJ 08332

*Following MotoAmerica Weekend

Aprilia Racing School Available

Buttonwillow Raceway Park

Monday, October 17, 2022

24551 Lerdo Hwy, Buttonwillow, CA

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

Tickets Available at: https://www.aprilia.com/us_EN/aprilia-racers-days/

Aprilia Racers Days events will be supported directly by Aprilia trained technicians and product specialists, as well as partners Pirelli, Dainese and AGV to offer the best on-track experience with expert advice, performance and protection. The cost of participation in the events will not only qualify for an incredible track day experience with your existing motorcycle, but also include a VIP Aprilia Racers Days package, with ability to demo a new Aprilia for one of the track day sessions, equipped with Pirelli performance tires. Additionally, activities will include coaching, event photography, and an included lunch. Attendees will also have the ability to be measured for a custom suit from Dainese and try out the latest track suits as well as helmets from AGV.

ABOUT APRILIA RACERS DAYS PARTNERS

Using its 17 years as the Official Tire Supplier to the FIM Superbike World Championship, Pirelli developed the DIABLO ROSSO™ CORSA II, an innovative new tire derived from racing and designed for use on the road and track. DIABLO ROSSO™ CORSA II is the first-ever Pirelli motorcycle tire that uses two compounds applied in three zones on the front tire and three compounds applied at five zones on the rear, creating an aggressive combination. Innovative profiles, a new structure and a new tread design allow every rider to follow their leanings.

To learn more about the complete line of Pirelli motorcycle tires, please visit www.pirelli.com.

For each of the events, the latest sport-oriented technical apparel and helmets will be showcased by Dainese and AGV, the leader in protection for moto and dynamic sports, which joined Aprilia Racers Days in 2019 as the Official Safety Sponsor. The natural synergy between these two Italian brands – both known for premium products and innovation – brings a new level of excitement to every event.

At each stop along the tour, Dainese will have a Custom Works master tailor available for fittings and consultations, on how you can have Dainese build you a garment that will be your own piece of motorcycling history. Professionals from Dainese’s Retail Stores will be on hand with a demo fleet of D-Air equipped suits for both men and women, to try on and test on track. There will also be AGV helmets Pista GP RR and K6 for participants to try on and experience why most of the top riders in world class racing turn to AGV as their helmet of choice.

To learn more about the complete line of Dainese and AGV, please visit the respective websites:

www.dainese.com

www.agv.com

www.us.tcxboots.com

ABOUT PIRELLI

Pirelli was founded in Milan in 1872 and today stands as a global brand known for its cutting edge technology, high-end production excellence and passion for innovation that draws heavily on its Italian roots. With around 30,000 employees, Pirelli is a major player in the tire industry and the only global player focused solely on the consumer tire market, which includes tires for cars, motorcycles and bicycles. In particular, Pirelli is a global leader in the production of racing and high performance motorcycle tires both for on and off road applications. Pirelli has a long link with motorsport and the multitude of successes include a record of seventy-two world titles gained in the FIM Motocross World Championship thanks to the performance of its mx product range. In road-racing, since 2004 Pirelli has made the FIM Superbike World Championship for production-based motorcycles the ideal proving ground to develop not only the products used in competition, but also tires used daily by motorcyclists all over the world. Inspired by the philosophy now become a motto “We sell what we race, we race what we sell”, Pirelli has managed to bring to fruition all the experience acquired in

ABOUT DAINESE GROUP

Founded in 1972 by Lino Dainese, true to its mission of advocating and delivering safety in dynamic sports, the Company designs advanced protective head-to-toe gear for motorcycling, winter sports, cycling, horse riding and sailing. In 2007 Dainese acquired the iconic premium sport helmet manufacturer AGV, established in 1947. The new Dainese Settantadue brand, established in 2017, reinterprets the design of historic garments that are a part of the stylistic heritage of the Group, with a contemporary twist. Dainese and AGV products represent the technology frontier in the field of protection for dynamic sports and are used by the world’s top athletes including Valentino Rossi and Sofia Goggia, Olympic Champion and winner of the Downhill World Cup.

Midwest Motorcycle Mechanic School Opens In Illinois

February 10, 2022

Inside the Midwest Motorcycle Mechanic School. Photo courtesy Midwest Motorcycle Mechanic School.