The now all-American Racing Team unveils last week the 2022 livery during the presentation at the team estate in Hidden Hills, California, along with the start of an exciting new project.
In an event hosted by TV personality Barry Weiss, riders Cameron Beaubier and Sean Dylan Kelly revealed the brand-new graphics on their red, white and blue 2022 machines to a host of special guests, including family and friends of the team as well as sponsors and journalists.
To round off the week, Cameron, Sean, and the rest of the team took part in several days of filming across various famous locations in the ‘Sunshine State,’ including the Mulholland Highway and the Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, for promotional purposes as well as a new special feature – soon to be revealed.
Cameron Beaubier (6) and Sean Dylan Kelly (4) riding their Kalex Moto2 racebikes at Chuckwalla Valley Raceway while being chased by a drone (upper left). Photo courtesy American Racing Team.
The team is also proud to announce the beginning of a brand-new venture: a dedicated home & training facility of the American Racing Academy.
The American Racing Academy Farm is a 10-acre property located next to the iconic Circuit of The Americas in Austin, Texas. Once constructed, it will include oval and TT flat track circuits, a motocross track, as well as accommodation facilities.
This ambitious project will serve the Academy Riders in their training and be capable of hosting a number of Pro riders from across the globe for special training camps. Updates on its progress to follow.
Eitan Butbul – Team Owner
“After only three years, we have achieved our mission. In 2018, we started something special, sometimes I say sometime ‘by mistake’ because I didn’t plan to be in the position I am today as a team owner!
We didn’t call the team ‘American Racing’ just because we’re from the US. The purpose was to eventually have a team for American riders and build a platform that allows American talent to come into the World Championship, and this year, after many years, it’s finally happened – we have two American riders directly from MotoAmerica.
That’s why we decided to have an ‘unconventional and special’ team launch, let’s say, to celebrate properly, for the first time here in Los Angeles. This is our home and our life and it’s nice to combine what we are doing in our day-to-day life with racing.
Also, we are very exciting for our new project of building the home of the American Racing Academy in Austin, Texas. This is something we’ve been thinking to do since we start with the Academy and was a long shot but the opportunity came and we decided to move forward with the project.
The Farm will allow us to have a proper training facility, to have training camps for the Academy riders and the option to invite Pro racers to special events.”
Cameron Beaubier – Rider #6
“I’m definitely looking forward to the year. Last season, we had some really good moments but it was also really tough. We had a lot of crashes but a couple of top fives as well and a handful of top-10s. I’m pumped to have Sean on the team too and it to be two Americans, but I must admit that it feels a little weird because coming up in racing, I was always the young gun that had older teammates. But now, it’s reversed on me! I’d been teammates with Josh Hayes in the past and I had a chance to learn a lot from him, but now the roles are reversed. I’m so excited about the next year, and I hope to make everyone proud.”
Sean Dylan Kelly – Rider #4
“It’s a dream come true for me. This is something that felt really far away only a year ago. Right now, it still feels unreal for me to be looking at this beautiful bike with my new number four on it – even though I always raced with #40. We know how life and careers go up and down, and it felt like something hard to reach, but last year was unbelievable and I achieved one of my goals to be national champion. Then, shortly after, I signed with the team for Moto2™! My family and I, we dreamed of this since I was a kid starting out racing at five years old! I want to say a huge thanks to team owners, Eitan & Avner, and John Hopkins of course for everything, and I’m really excited to get going!”
Spanish gain: ERC Endurance Ducati adds Checa and Fores for EWC 2022
January 28 2022
*Ace Spaniards join Gines and Zanetti for Ducati-powered FIM EWC attack
*New recruits further increase experience and pedigree of rider line-up
*Team Manager Hoffmann: “We have four endurance specialists as quick as hell”
Spaniards David Checa and Xavi Fores will add further international flavour – and even more pace – to the ERC Endurance Ducati squad contesting the upcoming FIM Endurance World Championship season.
Joining Frenchman Mathieu Gines and Italian Lorenzo Zanetti, Checa and Fores will help to create a formidable line-up on the German team’s Ducati Panigale V4R.
Checa is one of the most successful and experienced riders in the history of endurance racing and is transferring from the factory Kawasaki outfit to the team from Karlsruhe. Winner of the EWC in 2004, 2014, 2016/17 and 2018/19, Checa also has experience in MotoGP and the World Superbike Championship. In addition, the 41-year-old has won the Bol d’Or twice and the 24 Heures Motos at Le Mans on three occasions.
“Since first entering the EWC competition at Malaysia two years ago I was able to watch the Ducati very closely on track and from beside and from the beginning it was clear to see the potential of the Panigale V4R-EWC,” Checa said. “The team has had a strong first season, showing the Ducati can mix it up front. They also learned a lot already and I am happy to now be part of this project. I will use all my experience on every single point to help bringing it further ahead.”
Fores, 36, joins ERC Endurance Ducati from the BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team, which he helped to finish runner-up in the 2021 FIM EWC Teams’ ranking. With experience and pedigree in GP125, Moto2, MotoGP, World Superbike and World Supersport, Fores is also a title winner in the German IDM Superbike series.
He said: “I had some great success with Ducati already and I think the ERC Endurance Panigale V4R-EWC can not only win podiums and races, but also fight for championships. I am looking forward to the new season and I think we can build on the great potential the team showed last year already.”
Gines and Zanetti, meanwhile, helped EWC Endurance Ducati to ninth place in the battle to win the 2021 FIM EWC Teams’ title. A decision on which member of the team’s quartet will take the fourth rider role will be made a later date, along with the decision on the tyre partner.
EWC Endurance Ducati Team Manager Frank Hoffmann said: “With Mathieu Gines, Lorenzo Zanetti, David Checa and Xavi Fores we have four absolute endurance specialists that are quick as hell. For ERC Endurance it is a big honour to have four such high profile riders joining us after just one year as it shows we gained a lot of respect in our first season in the FIM Endurance World Championship. We were quick and our Panigale V4R was more than reliable with our mechanics doing a great job in the pits. Of course we had to learn a lot and we have to take the learned things to 2022 to even get better. But it is a fact that with this bike and those four riders we have all the tools to fight for podiums, wins and the sharp end in the overall standing of the 2022 FIM Endurance World Championship.”
ERC carries Ducati EWC hopes
EWC Endurance has signed a new two-year agreement with Ducati Corse, which brings engineering support, among several other benefits to its attack. The team is planning pre-season testing in Portimão in Portugal and Misano in Italy.
Cycle Tech to Contest 2022 MotoAmerica Twins Cup Championship with Hayden Schultz on Yamaha YZF-R7
After a successful 2020 and 2021 partnership between Hayden Schultz and Gene Burcham, the pair is continuing in the MotoAmerica Twins Cup Championship as the Cycle Tech Speed Weaponry team. With support from Yamaha, the team will contest the season on the new Yamaha YZF-R7 platform.
The team has high aspirations for the upcoming season having already proven to be a championship contender in seasons past. Schultz has finished 3rd and 2nd in the MotoAmerica Twins Cup Championship in 2020 and 2021 with Burcham built motorcycles. Team members Gary Jeffries and Ron “Dink” Glidden will also be continuing with the team for 2022. Both rider and crew are excited to continue where they left off after taking the maiden podiums for the new Yamaha platform at the Pittsburgh and Barber rounds last season.
This will be Hayden’s third season in the Twins Cup class where he has accumulated 11 podiums. “I’m ready to get the 2022 season going with the Cycle Tech team,” said Schultz. “I know I have a great team and we have shown that our Yamaha package is competitive. After a winter of hard work from myself, Gene, and the rest of our team, our program will give us a great shot at winning races and contending for the championship.”
Cycle Tech’s 2022 efforts will be supported by Yamaha, Vance and Hines, 1833- CJKnows Accident and Injury Law, Blud Lubricants, Glidden Racing, Spiegler Performance Parts, Sunstar, Ohlins, Dreyer Motorsports, Dymag wheels, Attack Performance, Full Spectrum Power, aRacer USA, Robem Engineering, Spears Racing, Just1 Helmets, RS Taichi USA.
Season long and single round sponsorship opportunities with the team are available for
2022. If interested, contact: Hayden Schultz: [email protected] or Gene Burcham: [email protected]
MOTUL RETURNS AS PRESENTING SPONSOR OF THE MOTOAMERICA MINI CUP AND BECOMES THE OFFICIAL LUBRICANT FOR KING OF THE BAGGERS
Motul expands motorsports partnership with MotoAmerica, adding King Of The Baggers lubricant sponsorship for the 2022 season
Cypress, Calif. (Jan. 27, 2022) – Motul, the world-class oil and lubricants company founded in 1853, announces its return as the presenting sponsor of the MotoAmerica Mini Cup youth road racing series for the 2022 season. In addition, the company has signed on as the official lubricant sponsor of the popular V-Twin-powered MotoAmerica Mission King Of The Baggers series.
Slated to run alongside MotoAmerica’s premier Medallia Superbike class, the Mini Cup by Motul is North America’s premier motorcycle road racing series for youths aged 6 to 14. Now in its third year, MotoAmerica Mini Cup by Motul supports and encourages emerging talent in the motorcycle racing community. The championship will once again feature three spec classes centered around the Ohvale GP-0 mini road racer with 110cc, 160cc or 190cc engines.
“It’s great news that Motul is continuing as the sponsor of the MotoAmerica Mini Cup by Motul as they have been from the beginning of the class in 2020,” said MotoAmerica President Wayne Rainey. “Our King of the Baggers class is a huge attraction for the motorcycling community as a whole and having Motul supporting both our Mini Cup racers and our V-Twin competitors shows its commitment to everything on two wheels.”
Normally seen as wide-fairing cruisers, the Mission King Of The Baggers Championship emerged as a novel concept in 2021, pitting touring motorcycles from Harley-Davidson and Indian against North America’s most premier road racing destinations. The high-octane series was met with great fanfare and extends to six rounds for the 2022 season.
The Mission King Of The Baggers series kicks off March 10-12, with a doubleheader held in tandem with the Daytona 200 during Bike Week in Daytona Beach, Fla. The Mini Cup by Motul series is set to begin at Road America in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, June 3-5.
“We’re truly thrilled to return as the presenting sponsor of the MotoAmerica Mini Cup and announce our partnership as the official lubricant sponsor of MotoAmerica’s Mission King Of The Baggers series,” said Motul USA Brand Manager Nolan Browning. “Motorsport is instrumental in the development of every Motul product, and the MotoAmerica Mini Cup by Motul and King Of The Baggers championships are excellent ways to connect with new audiences, for products like our Motul Twin Line of lubricants, and welcome a new generation of racing talent into the motorsport fold.”
ABOUT MOTUL
Founded in 1853, Motul is a world-class French company specializing in the formulation, production and distribution of high-tech engine lubricants. In 1989, Motul entered the U.S. market as Motul USA, where it has become well-known for its motorsports-derived automotive and powersports products. Motul also serves heavy-duty industries through its MotulTech division.
Recognized as an innovator of lubrication technologies for more than 150 years, Motul is regarded for its quality, competition-proven products. With the release of 300V in 1971, Motul became the first lubricant manufacturer to formulate a 100% synthetic engine lubricant using esters technology.
Motul is a partner to numerous manufacturers and racing teams with the goal of furthering its technological developments in motorsports. It has invested in international competitions, serving as an official supplier for teams in road racing, trials, enduro, endurance, Superbike, Supercross, Rallycross, World GT1, 24 Hours of Le Mans (cars and motorcycles), 24 Hours of Spa, Le Mans Series, Andros Trophy, Paris-Dakar, 8 Hours of Suzuka, Bol d’Or and the Daytona 200-mile motorcycle race.
ABOUT MOTOAMERICA
MotoAmerica is the North American road racing series created in 2014 that is home to the AMA Superbike Championship. MotoAmerica is an affiliate of KRAVE Group LLC, a partnership that includes three-time 500cc World Champion, two-time AMA Superbike Champion, and AMA Hall of Famer Wayne Rainey, ex-racer and former manager of Team Roberts Chuck Aksland, motorsports marketing executive Terry Karges, and businessman Richard Varner. For more information on MotoAmerica, visit www.MotoAmerica.com. Also, make sure to follow MotoAmerica on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
Kawasaki Racing Team riders Jonathan Rea and Alex Lowes have completed their latest winter test at Jerez in successful fashion. Rea left the 4.423km long circuit with the fastest time of all and Lowes took another big step toward finalising his base settings for the 2022 season.
Lowes rode in the afternoons of both available days of the tests. He set the fastest pace on the opening day as he worked mostly on the front end set-up of his Ninja ZX-10RR.
Lowes put in 41 laps on day one and 59 on day two. He would end up second quickest of all, with just Rea ahead of him.
Jonathan did not ride on day one of the tests, nor the second morning, but used the final afternoon to reconfirm some set-up items. He also tried out some new Pirelli tyres and completed a confidence-boosting long run.
Despite his busy schedule Rea still set a blistering time of 1’38.851 on the 57th lap of the 61 he set in just four hours of track action.
Dry weather conditions helped the KRT staff in their testing work; with just periods of wind to contend with under sunny skies in the extreme south west of Spain.
Lucas Mahias (Kawasaki Puccetti Racing) rode both days on his Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR, and placed fifth fastest after setting 127 laps in all.
The next KRT pre-season test will take place at the Autodromo Internacional do Algarve, in Portugal, between 8 – 9 February.
Jonathan Rea in action Thursday at Jerez. Photo courtesy Kawasaki.
Jonathan Rea, stated: “Times and positions don’t really matter at this time of the year but it was really nice to get back on the bike. I had felt OK on the bike, and very fast, in the December test. But physically I was not so good after a lot of holiday time at home in the off-season. But after starting my winter training programme with my coach before Christmas I felt much better with the bike. Already we did a race simulation. Because we have some new items on the bike we need to test them with a long run. I was reluctant to do that but when we concluded I felt quite positive. We tested some chassis items here and Pirelli brought a new variation of tyre to try. We had some new electronic items as well. Now we need to re-test again at another track. We will be back in Portimao at the beginning of February. I am excited to go there and see how the 2022 version of our Ninja ZX-10RR works there.”
Alex Lowes testing Thursday at Jerez. Photo courtesy Kawasaki.
Alex Lowes, stated: “The final day was busy. We had a lot of things to try to get through today, but in an afternoon it was not easy. Some things were better and some things need more attention, but on the electronics side the idea was to go back a few steps to go forward with some of the things I have been struggling with. It was good to get all that information to the guys. Now they will have to work hard before the next test to make a step forward, but it was good test. On the front of the bike we made some modification, with the Showa forks and chassis settings. It felt better, especially entering the corners. In the next test we will focus a bit more on the rear. I enjoyed being back on my bike, and working with the team again was good. I am more happy today than I was yesterday.”
Pere Riba, Crew Chief for Jonathan Rea, stated: “The test was short, because we only did half a day today and did not ride on day one. We did four hours in all. We focused mainly on the chassis side, because we are reconfirming things we did in December and comparing them with new items we built since the previous test. Johnny feels very positive, he is working very well, and the lap times were very strong. We did a long run and the result was positive. Johnny did a great, great job. We tested a new tyre for Pirelli and took some first information about the new electronics strategy. We are pleased with the result and now all the guys are looking forward to go to Portimao for the next test.”
Marcel Duinker, Crew Chief for Alex Lowes, stated: “We had quite a few items on our test programme, most of which had been at the December test. But if you renew your machine’s character you have to do more than one test. We were not looking for a perfect set-up to race right now but once we achieved an acceptable pace we started to follow on our test programme. I would say that around 90% of our test items were positive, so it was a very efficient test. Johnny was incredibly fast but we were not looking for the perfect race set-up we just needed to test all our items. We can go to Portimao with quite a lot of confidence. We still have quite a lot of testing days in front of us, but already we can define our race bike specification for around 95% for the start of the season.”
National Powersport Auctions Continues With USMCA and MotorcycleCoaching.org
Temecula, California – Today, the United States Motorcycle Coaching Association (USMCA) is proud to announce their continued partnership with National Powersport Auctions (NPA) to expand and connect coaching benefits to more new riders.
National Powersport Auctions manages the sale and distribution of thousands of used motorcycles across the country. With current and new riders consistently choosing used models as their go-to motorcycle, coordinating and communicating the benefits of certified coaching to these enthusiasts can have a massive effect on our industry’s future.
“We at NPA know the importance of rider education and connection, which is why we are so pleased to continue our support with the USMCA and MotorcycleCoaching.org,” stated Jim Woodruff, CEO of National Powersport Auctions. “ With the USMCA recently launching their new Motorcycle Coaching App, it’s going to be easier than ever for riders to connect with a certified coach in their area to get the rider education and coaching they need to become lifelong motorcyclists. We are committed to growing ridership with them through 2022.”
“We are excited to have NPA continue their support with the USMCA into 2022” said Lindsey Scheltema, USMCA Executive Director. “The opportunity to work with them another year will help the USMCA raise awareness of MotorcycleCoaching.org in new markets which will help connect more motorcycle riders to certified coaches in their area to help become safer, smarter riders. We are grateful for their partnership in 2022”.
About National Powersport Auctions (NPA)
Established in 1990, National Powersport Auctions (NPA) is the world’s leading provider of powersport vehicle remarketing services. NPA’s nationwide footprint serves the industry’s largest financial institutions, manufacturers and dealers through a multitude of live and online selling platforms. NPA also offers comprehensive data services, including the NPA Value Guide™, the industry’s most accurate wholesale valuation tool. NPA has company-owned and staffed facilities in California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, and Texas. NPA is a wholly owned subsidiary of Copart, Inc (Nasdaq: CPRT). For more information about NPA, visit: www.npauctions.com.
About the U.S. Motorcycle Coaching Association (USMCA)
USMCA is an association where riders and parents can connect to motorcycle coaches they can trust through the network, www.MotorcycleCoaching.org.
All USMCA Certified Coaches are required to adhere to a code of conduct, pass a background check and hold certifications in abuse prevention, CPR/First Aid, concussion protocol, heat illness & cardiac arrest training.
For more information on the USMCA or become a USMCA Certified Coach, visit www.USMCA.org.
Introducing Ducati Unica: No Other Ducati in the World Like Yours
Ducati Unica is the customization program dedicated to those who wish to have a Ducati like no other in the world
Direct interaction with the designers of the Centro Stile Ducati ensures the possibility of interpreting the dreams of Ducatisti according to Ducati’s stylistic canons
Precious materials, exclusive finishes and special colors give life to a unique and one-of-a-kind motorcycle
First pilot project in North America featuring number 500 of 500 Superleggera V4 was showcased at Ducati Newport Beach event in California
Borgo Panigale, Bologna, January 27, 2022 – Ducati announces the creation of Ducati Unica, the new customization program dedicated to those who want to design and build their own exclusive and unique motorcycle.
With Ducati Unica, the Centro Stile Ducati opens its doors to Ducatisti and accompanies them in the realization of their dream: to collaborate directly with designers and technicians to create a motorcycle that will be a unique piece in the world.
Each stage of the creation of the bike will be documented and will see the involvement of enthusiasts, from the first sketches to the photos of delivery. With the support of Ducati professionals, the customization process will be outlined, defining every detail: precious materials, dedicated finishes, special colors and Ducati Performance accessories. All in compliance with the stylistic criteria that identify a real Ducati.
The Ducatisti who join the program will be able to enter the Centro Stile Ducati atelier in person and check the progress of their motorcycles during periodic visits, experiencing first-hand the level of dedication and attention to detail that Ducati reserves for each customization project.
Andrea Ferraresi, Centro Stile Ducati Director: “Design is a distinctive element of our creations. For some time we had been working on the launch of a project that would give Ducatisti the possibility of identifying themselves even more with their own bike, making it a direct expression of each person’s individual style. So we created Ducati Unica, a highly exclusive program that testifies to the excellence of Made in Italy of which Ducati is a representative in the world. An exciting and unforgettable experience of customization to be experienced directly within our Centro Stile.”
Each Ducati Unica will be delivered to its owner accompanied by a certificate of uniqueness, which attests its originality and ensures its non-replicability.
In North America, the first pilot project for Unica began with the number 500 of 500 Superleggera V4, customized by request of loyal Ducatista, Dave Enders, who has owned many of Ducati’s flagship models. Enders’ request for the design was inspired by his Lamborghini Aventador SVJ. An event was hosted by the Ducati Newport Beach dealership in California to spotlight this special bike.
Owner Dave Enders had his Ducati Superleggera V4 customized by Ducati to match his Lamborghini Aventador SVJ. Photo courtesy Ducati.
The level of uniqueness and the obsessive attention to detail of each Ducati Unica project mean that the company can only accept a limited number of requests each year, and only those considered to be in line with the values of the brand and with the stylistic standards associated to it.
One-of-a-kind requests, which are applicable to the Ducati and Scrambler® range, will be available to North American clients beginning in 2023, with approximately one motorcycle per quarter taking part in Unica program every year, through the Ducati exclusive North American dealership network.
MotoAmerica Live+ Streaming Service Now Available For 2022 Championship Season
Special Preseason Pricing For Live And On Demand Service Now Through March 1
MotoAmerica, the premier motorcycle road racing series in North America, is pleased to announce that its live and on-demand streaming device, MotoAmerica Live+, is now available for purchase for the 2022 Auto Parts 4 Less MotoAmerica Championship. The service, which is available for iOS and Android apps, Roku streaming media players, Chromecast streaming devices, and newly added for the 2022 season, Apple TV, can currently be purchased for the preseason sale price of $89, which translates to just $8.18 per round.
The pre-sale pricing of $89 will be available through March 1 and existing MotoAmerica Live+ customers will be renewed automatically on February 25 at the sale price. In addition to the season package, individual rounds from MotoAmerica’s 11 events can be purchased for $12.99. After March 1, MotoAmerica Live+ will cost $109.99 for the season package.
MotoAmerica Live+ is the only place where fans can watch all 11 MotoAmerica events live and on-demand, including three days of road racing action from Daytona International Speedway and the Daytona 200. The other events will include live and on-demand coverage of the premier MotoAmerica Medallia Superbikes, Mission King of The Baggers, Stock 1000, Supersport, Twins Cup, SportbikeTrackGear.com Junior Cup and more.
“The 2022 MotoAmerica season promises to be the most competitive yet and watching it all on MotoAmerica Live+ is the place to be if you can’t make it to the events in person,” said MotoAmerica President Wayne Rainey. “Right now, we are offering a special pre-sale price for the service until March 1 and it’s the least expensive way to watch all of our on-track action from all the classes at all 11 events – no matter where in the world you are located.”
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For those wishing to opt out of their current MotoAmerica Live+ subscription, follow these steps: 1) Login to your account at https://www.motoamericaliveplus.com/; 2) Go to your settings; and 3) Select “Cancel Subscription.” This will ensure you are not charged for the next renewal. You can also reach out to [email protected].
The first pre-season tests of 2022 have drawn to a close for Team HRC at the Jerez de la Frontera circuit in Spain. The squad originally planned to ride for two days but, having completed everything it had on the to-do list already during Wednesday’s sessions, the decision was made to ‘bank’ day two for use at another time.
The one-day session proved more than worthwhile for the squad and its two new riders, Iker Lecuona and Xavi Vierge, as they took to the track with their CBR1000RR-R FIREBLADES. Although the Jerez circuit does not feature on the 2022 WorldSBK calendar, the track has nevertheless allowed the team to collate precious data and evaluate various components and set-ups. Continuing to adapt to their new machines, Vierge and Lecuona worked hard with their Team HRC technicians, focusing on all areas of set-up including the electronics, bike geometry and tyre testing.
Team HRC will now continue its work back at base, before returning to the track for further testing in the near future.
Xavi Vierge (97). Photo courtesy Team HRC.
Xavi Vierge
“It’s been a very good test session indeed, with great weather which allowed us to start early and make the most of the time available until five in the afternoon. We were able to lap very consistently as we continue to adapt to the bike. We worked through many things on the electronics side and with the set-up, while also evaluating the Pirelli Tyres that work differently from the ones I was used to, which took many laps to reach optimum performance. While here, we put in a fresh tyre and had a lot of grip to exploit right away. Overall, I liked the fact that, with everything we tried, I was able to understand the way to go faster. I know the Jerez track very well of course, and this meant it was the best track for me as I start learning about this category. Now it will be important to see what our feeling is like at a different circuit.”
Iker Lecuona (7). Photo courtesy Team HRC.
Iker Lecuona
“I’m honestly very happy because I felt really good and strong on the bike. My hand was not yet 100% ready, but I could manage OK and was able to work well with the team. We were able to test everything anyway and complete our entire work schedule. It was an intense day in which we were able to complete many laps of the track, also because we were very lucky with the weather. By the end of the day, I was experiencing some pain in my hand but, all in all, it’s been a really satisfying test so we will save the second day for another time. Now the focus is on preparing for the next session and ensuring that I’m back to full fitness with my hand”.
2022 MOTOGP™: THE SEARCH FOR PERFECTION STARTS HERE
KTM’s sixth season of MotoGP will see Red Bull KTM Factory Racing and Tech3 KTM Factory Racing take the RC16 into competition for the longest series in the history of the sport. Brad Binder, Miguel Oliveira, Raul Fernandez and Remy Gardner will attempt to find fresh milestones through the 21-Grand Prix campaign as the company chase their third successive year of race victory.
– Red Bull KTM Factory Racing set sights on 2022 GP wins: they were one of only three teams where both riders tasted victory last year
– Four factory RC16s on the ’22 grid with brand new Tech3 KTM Factory Racing line-up and four riders who have either been world champion or runner-up in the Moto2™ and Moto3™ classes
– KTM to enter MotoGP class with two top finishers and stars from the 2021 Moto2 series and the KTM GP Academy system
– Red Bull KTM Factory Racing refine Grand Prix organisation with Francesco Guidotti assuming the role of Team Manager
All routes lead to the Losail International Circuit on March 6th and the sixteenth consecutive year that the Grand Prix of Qatar will open the MotoGP World Championship. 2022 will be only the sixth season that KTM are on the MotoGP grid. Losail, in particular, was the scene of their very first full-time MotoGP appearance in 2016. During that intense learning term the factory was frequently trying to reduce the gap to the peak of the pack. They have since surged to the forefront with five Grand Prix victories and 12 podium appearances in just half a decade.
Binder (26-years-old, 17 career wins, two in MotoGP) prepares for his third MotoGP season, all with Red Bull KTM Factory Racing. Oliveira (27, 15 career wins and three in the premier class) entered MotoGP a year earlier but is currently the most prolific of the quartet and has walked the podium five times in three campaigns, all with the KTM RC16.
Red Bull KTM Factory Racing welcome Francesco Guidotti into the role of Team Manager with the Italian overseeing the second consecutive season of former Moto3 and Moto2 teammates Binder and Oliveira together on the rider roster. Guidotti will bring his former experience and nuance in the category to a refined set-up that will focus on pure results, with the KTM testing team – led by Dani Pedrosa and Mika Kallio – spearheading development of the KTM RC16 away from Grands Prix.
KTM face 2022 with four factory riders and factory machines thanks to the fourth year of collaboration with the Tech3 KTM Factory Racing Team. Hervé Poncharal’s knowledgeable and decorated outfit will again help to induct two exciting new recruits: Moto2 World Champion Remy Gardner (23-years-old and six career victories) and 2021 runner-up Raul Fernandez (21 and 10 triumphs in two classes). Both riders came through elements of KTM’s GP Academy and Aki Ajo’s fabled set-up in both the Moto2 and Moto3 divisions.
The 2022 KTM MotoGP launch video can be seen here:
Brad Binder: “I’ve learnt so much over the last two seasons it’s difficult just to pick a couple things in particular. I think each year has come with it’s own sets of challenges: in my first I had to manage my expectations a bit. I often wanted too much, too soon and made a lot of mistakes. Last year I had to accept where we were at some points and try and bring the bike home, which was difficult but I learnt a lot last year: I learned so much more about the category, how to save my tires better, how to manage races and I enjoyed it a lot actually. So, I’m going in to my third season understanding what I need to do to go faster and I’m looking forward to getting the year started. I’m more ready than I’ll ever be.”
Brad Binder. Photo courtesy KTM Factory Racing.
Miguel Oliveira: “Last year we had a huge step forward in four races where I scored three podiums and one win so that was quite nice. Then with the injury in the second half of the season the races became really tough: it was definitely a learning curve for me. I lacked consistency and of course this season I’d like to improve that. It’s never easy to go to the limit and still think about finishing the race. I would say if I’m able to score points in every GP then at the end of the championship the result might be quite different, so we’re just looking to take the maximum potential of myself, of the bike, of the whole crew and translate that into results.”
Miguel Oliveira. Photo courtesy KTM Factory Racing.
Raul Fernandez: “I am really happy to do my first MotoGP season and it is a great opportunity for me. I remember only three years ago I was competing in the Moto3 World Championship, and now here I am in the MotoGP class. It is an absolute pleasure. This winter, I prepared differently than previous years in order to gain muscle and get stronger. The MotoGP bike is so much more powerful. The braking is different… Everything requires more physical fitness, so I did motocross and road bike training, some cycling and running, and I feel ready. My main goal this season will be to advance and progress race by race, and enjoy myself in every single one of them.”
Remy Gardner: “I am thrilled to start my first season in the MotoGP class. This is the dream of every motorcycle racer and I cannot wait to get started. We already had a few tests in 2021 that were encouraging, so I am very excited to improve myself, continue to discover the bike, and be able to learn about this amazing class with so many talented riders.I am also looking forward to working again with Tech3, getting along with the team, and continuing the relationship with KTM. This is going to be a long,but interesting year. I know it won’t always be easy but I will always push, try and give the best of myself in order to get the best results we can without going too crazy. I will certainly take this season step by step, but I am very excited to start riding again.”
Remy Gardner. Photo courtesy KTM Factory Racing.
Francesco Guidotti, Red Bull KTM Factory Racing Team Manager: “It is always important to do better than the previous year. To do better we need more consistent results, more consistency in the top five and on the podium. We have to develop the bike to make the riders happy, to give them the right feeling and confidence to achieve these results. Of course, their position is an important one because they need to show the potential of the bike and the project. They have 2-3 years experience in this category now so maybe it is the right moment to use this experience. They have already won some races so the ability and the potential is there ,so we have to see it more regularly. In the last five years the results have been incredible; starting from zero like KTM did and what they achieved is unbelievable and we want to keep it going.”
Hervé Poncharal, Tech3 KTM Factory Racing Team Principal: “The new season is always an intense moment, exciting and emotional. 2022 is very special for us because we have the pleasure to welcome Remy Gardner and Raul Fernandez, who respectively finished first and second in the 2021 Moto2 World Championship.There has been a lot of work done this winter to prepare for the 2022 season, both on the bike and in the organization of the KTM MotoGP technical structure. The Tech3 KTM Factory Team has had a few changes of its own too. We are now impatient and ready to start. With two rookies, we don’t expect to win the championship, but our main target will be to win the Rookie of the Year title in the MotoGP class. We are hoping to do some strong finishes, Top 10 and why not Top 5? With riders like Remy and Raul, we have to dream high. Over the last years, rookies have reached podiums, so it can be us this year.”
Pit Beirer, KTM Motorsport Director: “2021 was the most successful motorsport season ever in our group. It is amazing what we have done in one year in the road racing paddock: winning the Moto3 world championship and the Moto2 world championship and finishing 6th in MotoGP. It is super-motivating for everything in the future. When you start a project like this in MotoGP you want to win a race one day and to say that sounds quite simple but to actually do it is such an incredible effort from so many people involved. We did it. It’s on paper, but we also had to learn it the hard way; you win one weekend in that class but the next weekend you are fighting to qualify for Q2 because it is just so tight. The target for us now is to be there consistently every weekend, get in that top five and fight for the podium at the end of season standings. That must be the goal for this season. I know it is a very high one because the other manufacturers have ambitious targets as well but we are strong now: we have the team, the base, the bike and we have the riders.”
Hubert Trunkenpolz, Member of the Executive Board, KTM CMO: “For the first time ever we crossed the revenue of two billion and it is another milestone for the company. A continuation of the years of growth. It is an unbelievable success story and we are extremely happy we could achieve it. On the other side when we take a look at motorsport in general we have achieved 21 titles and this is also another record and motorsport engagement is the most important marketing tool we have by far. For sure this incredible success in motorsport is firing-up the company’s revenues and the brand awareness and it is incredibly important. There were some amazing stories in 2021: Miguel’s podium streak, Brad’s win at home, Pedro Acosta, the Moto2 title fight. We cannot wait to see what will happen in 2022. Riders who know how to win races also know how to win championships. It is up to us now to give them the right material, the right structure, the right team and the right situation. Also, the right back-up from the factory. If everything comes together then the riders will be the ones helping all of us achieve our goals.”
(From left) Rider Cameron Beaubier, American Racing Team Co-Owner Eitan Butbul, American Racing Team Racing Director John Hopkins, American Racing Team Co-Owner Avner Kass, and rider Sean Dylan Kelly, as seen ahead of the 2022 season. Photo courtesy American Racing Team.
The now all-American Racing Team unveils last week the 2022 livery during the presentation at the team estate in Hidden Hills, California, along with the start of an exciting new project.
In an event hosted by TV personality Barry Weiss, riders Cameron Beaubier and Sean Dylan Kelly revealed the brand-new graphics on their red, white and blue 2022 machines to a host of special guests, including family and friends of the team as well as sponsors and journalists.
To round off the week, Cameron, Sean, and the rest of the team took part in several days of filming across various famous locations in the ‘Sunshine State,’ including the Mulholland Highway and the Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, for promotional purposes as well as a new special feature – soon to be revealed.
Cameron Beaubier (6) and Sean Dylan Kelly (4) riding their Kalex Moto2 racebikes at Chuckwalla Valley Raceway while being chased by a drone (upper left). Photo courtesy American Racing Team.
The team is also proud to announce the beginning of a brand-new venture: a dedicated home & training facility of the American Racing Academy.
The American Racing Academy Farm is a 10-acre property located next to the iconic Circuit of The Americas in Austin, Texas. Once constructed, it will include oval and TT flat track circuits, a motocross track, as well as accommodation facilities.
This ambitious project will serve the Academy Riders in their training and be capable of hosting a number of Pro riders from across the globe for special training camps. Updates on its progress to follow.
Eitan Butbul – Team Owner
“After only three years, we have achieved our mission. In 2018, we started something special, sometimes I say sometime ‘by mistake’ because I didn’t plan to be in the position I am today as a team owner!
We didn’t call the team ‘American Racing’ just because we’re from the US. The purpose was to eventually have a team for American riders and build a platform that allows American talent to come into the World Championship, and this year, after many years, it’s finally happened – we have two American riders directly from MotoAmerica.
That’s why we decided to have an ‘unconventional and special’ team launch, let’s say, to celebrate properly, for the first time here in Los Angeles. This is our home and our life and it’s nice to combine what we are doing in our day-to-day life with racing.
Also, we are very exciting for our new project of building the home of the American Racing Academy in Austin, Texas. This is something we’ve been thinking to do since we start with the Academy and was a long shot but the opportunity came and we decided to move forward with the project.
The Farm will allow us to have a proper training facility, to have training camps for the Academy riders and the option to invite Pro racers to special events.”
Cameron Beaubier – Rider #6
“I’m definitely looking forward to the year. Last season, we had some really good moments but it was also really tough. We had a lot of crashes but a couple of top fives as well and a handful of top-10s. I’m pumped to have Sean on the team too and it to be two Americans, but I must admit that it feels a little weird because coming up in racing, I was always the young gun that had older teammates. But now, it’s reversed on me! I’d been teammates with Josh Hayes in the past and I had a chance to learn a lot from him, but now the roles are reversed. I’m so excited about the next year, and I hope to make everyone proud.”
Sean Dylan Kelly – Rider #4
“It’s a dream come true for me. This is something that felt really far away only a year ago. Right now, it still feels unreal for me to be looking at this beautiful bike with my new number four on it – even though I always raced with #40. We know how life and careers go up and down, and it felt like something hard to reach, but last year was unbelievable and I achieved one of my goals to be national champion. Then, shortly after, I signed with the team for Moto2™! My family and I, we dreamed of this since I was a kid starting out racing at five years old! I want to say a huge thanks to team owners, Eitan & Avner, and John Hopkins of course for everything, and I’m really excited to get going!”
ERC Endurance Ducati in action during the 2021 FIM Endurance World Championship. Photo courtesy Discovery Sports Events.
Spanish gain: ERC Endurance Ducati adds Checa and Fores for EWC 2022
January 28 2022
*Ace Spaniards join Gines and Zanetti for Ducati-powered FIM EWC attack
*New recruits further increase experience and pedigree of rider line-up
*Team Manager Hoffmann: “We have four endurance specialists as quick as hell”
Spaniards David Checa and Xavi Fores will add further international flavour – and even more pace – to the ERC Endurance Ducati squad contesting the upcoming FIM Endurance World Championship season.
Joining Frenchman Mathieu Gines and Italian Lorenzo Zanetti, Checa and Fores will help to create a formidable line-up on the German team’s Ducati Panigale V4R.
Checa is one of the most successful and experienced riders in the history of endurance racing and is transferring from the factory Kawasaki outfit to the team from Karlsruhe. Winner of the EWC in 2004, 2014, 2016/17 and 2018/19, Checa also has experience in MotoGP and the World Superbike Championship. In addition, the 41-year-old has won the Bol d’Or twice and the 24 Heures Motos at Le Mans on three occasions.
“Since first entering the EWC competition at Malaysia two years ago I was able to watch the Ducati very closely on track and from beside and from the beginning it was clear to see the potential of the Panigale V4R-EWC,” Checa said. “The team has had a strong first season, showing the Ducati can mix it up front. They also learned a lot already and I am happy to now be part of this project. I will use all my experience on every single point to help bringing it further ahead.”
Fores, 36, joins ERC Endurance Ducati from the BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team, which he helped to finish runner-up in the 2021 FIM EWC Teams’ ranking. With experience and pedigree in GP125, Moto2, MotoGP, World Superbike and World Supersport, Fores is also a title winner in the German IDM Superbike series.
He said: “I had some great success with Ducati already and I think the ERC Endurance Panigale V4R-EWC can not only win podiums and races, but also fight for championships. I am looking forward to the new season and I think we can build on the great potential the team showed last year already.”
Gines and Zanetti, meanwhile, helped EWC Endurance Ducati to ninth place in the battle to win the 2021 FIM EWC Teams’ title. A decision on which member of the team’s quartet will take the fourth rider role will be made a later date, along with the decision on the tyre partner.
EWC Endurance Ducati Team Manager Frank Hoffmann said: “With Mathieu Gines, Lorenzo Zanetti, David Checa and Xavi Fores we have four absolute endurance specialists that are quick as hell. For ERC Endurance it is a big honour to have four such high profile riders joining us after just one year as it shows we gained a lot of respect in our first season in the FIM Endurance World Championship. We were quick and our Panigale V4R was more than reliable with our mechanics doing a great job in the pits. Of course we had to learn a lot and we have to take the learned things to 2022 to even get better. But it is a fact that with this bike and those four riders we have all the tools to fight for podiums, wins and the sharp end in the overall standing of the 2022 FIM Endurance World Championship.”
ERC carries Ducati EWC hopes
EWC Endurance has signed a new two-year agreement with Ducati Corse, which brings engineering support, among several other benefits to its attack. The team is planning pre-season testing in Portimão in Portugal and Misano in Italy.
Hayden Schultz at Pittsburgh International Race Complex in 2021. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.
Cycle Tech to Contest 2022 MotoAmerica Twins Cup Championship with Hayden Schultz on Yamaha YZF-R7
After a successful 2020 and 2021 partnership between Hayden Schultz and Gene Burcham, the pair is continuing in the MotoAmerica Twins Cup Championship as the Cycle Tech Speed Weaponry team. With support from Yamaha, the team will contest the season on the new Yamaha YZF-R7 platform.
The team has high aspirations for the upcoming season having already proven to be a championship contender in seasons past. Schultz has finished 3rd and 2nd in the MotoAmerica Twins Cup Championship in 2020 and 2021 with Burcham built motorcycles. Team members Gary Jeffries and Ron “Dink” Glidden will also be continuing with the team for 2022. Both rider and crew are excited to continue where they left off after taking the maiden podiums for the new Yamaha platform at the Pittsburgh and Barber rounds last season.
This will be Hayden’s third season in the Twins Cup class where he has accumulated 11 podiums. “I’m ready to get the 2022 season going with the Cycle Tech team,” said Schultz. “I know I have a great team and we have shown that our Yamaha package is competitive. After a winter of hard work from myself, Gene, and the rest of our team, our program will give us a great shot at winning races and contending for the championship.”
Cycle Tech’s 2022 efforts will be supported by Yamaha, Vance and Hines, 1833- CJKnows Accident and Injury Law, Blud Lubricants, Glidden Racing, Spiegler Performance Parts, Sunstar, Ohlins, Dreyer Motorsports, Dymag wheels, Attack Performance, Full Spectrum Power, aRacer USA, Robem Engineering, Spears Racing, Just1 Helmets, RS Taichi USA.
Season long and single round sponsorship opportunities with the team are available for
2022. If interested, contact: Hayden Schultz: [email protected] or Gene Burcham: [email protected]
Motul is sponsoring both the MotoAmerica Mini Cup and the King Of The Baggers classes in 2022. Photo courtesy Motul.
MOTUL RETURNS AS PRESENTING SPONSOR OF THE MOTOAMERICA MINI CUP AND BECOMES THE OFFICIAL LUBRICANT FOR KING OF THE BAGGERS
Motul expands motorsports partnership with MotoAmerica, adding King Of The Baggers lubricant sponsorship for the 2022 season
Cypress, Calif. (Jan. 27, 2022) – Motul, the world-class oil and lubricants company founded in 1853, announces its return as the presenting sponsor of the MotoAmerica Mini Cup youth road racing series for the 2022 season. In addition, the company has signed on as the official lubricant sponsor of the popular V-Twin-powered MotoAmerica Mission King Of The Baggers series.
Slated to run alongside MotoAmerica’s premier Medallia Superbike class, the Mini Cup by Motul is North America’s premier motorcycle road racing series for youths aged 6 to 14. Now in its third year, MotoAmerica Mini Cup by Motul supports and encourages emerging talent in the motorcycle racing community. The championship will once again feature three spec classes centered around the Ohvale GP-0 mini road racer with 110cc, 160cc or 190cc engines.
“It’s great news that Motul is continuing as the sponsor of the MotoAmerica Mini Cup by Motul as they have been from the beginning of the class in 2020,” said MotoAmerica President Wayne Rainey. “Our King of the Baggers class is a huge attraction for the motorcycling community as a whole and having Motul supporting both our Mini Cup racers and our V-Twin competitors shows its commitment to everything on two wheels.”
Normally seen as wide-fairing cruisers, the Mission King Of The Baggers Championship emerged as a novel concept in 2021, pitting touring motorcycles from Harley-Davidson and Indian against North America’s most premier road racing destinations. The high-octane series was met with great fanfare and extends to six rounds for the 2022 season.
The Mission King Of The Baggers series kicks off March 10-12, with a doubleheader held in tandem with the Daytona 200 during Bike Week in Daytona Beach, Fla. The Mini Cup by Motul series is set to begin at Road America in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, June 3-5.
“We’re truly thrilled to return as the presenting sponsor of the MotoAmerica Mini Cup and announce our partnership as the official lubricant sponsor of MotoAmerica’s Mission King Of The Baggers series,” said Motul USA Brand Manager Nolan Browning. “Motorsport is instrumental in the development of every Motul product, and the MotoAmerica Mini Cup by Motul and King Of The Baggers championships are excellent ways to connect with new audiences, for products like our Motul Twin Line of lubricants, and welcome a new generation of racing talent into the motorsport fold.”
ABOUT MOTUL
Founded in 1853, Motul is a world-class French company specializing in the formulation, production and distribution of high-tech engine lubricants. In 1989, Motul entered the U.S. market as Motul USA, where it has become well-known for its motorsports-derived automotive and powersports products. Motul also serves heavy-duty industries through its MotulTech division.
Recognized as an innovator of lubrication technologies for more than 150 years, Motul is regarded for its quality, competition-proven products. With the release of 300V in 1971, Motul became the first lubricant manufacturer to formulate a 100% synthetic engine lubricant using esters technology.
Motul is a partner to numerous manufacturers and racing teams with the goal of furthering its technological developments in motorsports. It has invested in international competitions, serving as an official supplier for teams in road racing, trials, enduro, endurance, Superbike, Supercross, Rallycross, World GT1, 24 Hours of Le Mans (cars and motorcycles), 24 Hours of Spa, Le Mans Series, Andros Trophy, Paris-Dakar, 8 Hours of Suzuka, Bol d’Or and the Daytona 200-mile motorcycle race.
ABOUT MOTOAMERICA
MotoAmerica is the North American road racing series created in 2014 that is home to the AMA Superbike Championship. MotoAmerica is an affiliate of KRAVE Group LLC, a partnership that includes three-time 500cc World Champion, two-time AMA Superbike Champion, and AMA Hall of Famer Wayne Rainey, ex-racer and former manager of Team Roberts Chuck Aksland, motorsports marketing executive Terry Karges, and businessman Richard Varner. For more information on MotoAmerica, visit www.MotoAmerica.com. Also, make sure to follow MotoAmerica on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
Jonathan Rea was quickest during World Superbike testing Thursday at Jerez. Photo courtesy Kawasaki.
Strong Jerez Test For KRT
Kawasaki Racing Team riders Jonathan Rea and Alex Lowes have completed their latest winter test at Jerez in successful fashion. Rea left the 4.423km long circuit with the fastest time of all and Lowes took another big step toward finalising his base settings for the 2022 season.
Lowes rode in the afternoons of both available days of the tests. He set the fastest pace on the opening day as he worked mostly on the front end set-up of his Ninja ZX-10RR.
Lowes put in 41 laps on day one and 59 on day two. He would end up second quickest of all, with just Rea ahead of him.
Jonathan did not ride on day one of the tests, nor the second morning, but used the final afternoon to reconfirm some set-up items. He also tried out some new Pirelli tyres and completed a confidence-boosting long run.
Despite his busy schedule Rea still set a blistering time of 1’38.851 on the 57th lap of the 61 he set in just four hours of track action.
Dry weather conditions helped the KRT staff in their testing work; with just periods of wind to contend with under sunny skies in the extreme south west of Spain.
Lucas Mahias (Kawasaki Puccetti Racing) rode both days on his Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR, and placed fifth fastest after setting 127 laps in all.
The next KRT pre-season test will take place at the Autodromo Internacional do Algarve, in Portugal, between 8 – 9 February.
Jonathan Rea in action Thursday at Jerez. Photo courtesy Kawasaki.
Jonathan Rea, stated: “Times and positions don’t really matter at this time of the year but it was really nice to get back on the bike. I had felt OK on the bike, and very fast, in the December test. But physically I was not so good after a lot of holiday time at home in the off-season. But after starting my winter training programme with my coach before Christmas I felt much better with the bike. Already we did a race simulation. Because we have some new items on the bike we need to test them with a long run. I was reluctant to do that but when we concluded I felt quite positive. We tested some chassis items here and Pirelli brought a new variation of tyre to try. We had some new electronic items as well. Now we need to re-test again at another track. We will be back in Portimao at the beginning of February. I am excited to go there and see how the 2022 version of our Ninja ZX-10RR works there.”
Alex Lowes testing Thursday at Jerez. Photo courtesy Kawasaki.
Alex Lowes, stated: “The final day was busy. We had a lot of things to try to get through today, but in an afternoon it was not easy. Some things were better and some things need more attention, but on the electronics side the idea was to go back a few steps to go forward with some of the things I have been struggling with. It was good to get all that information to the guys. Now they will have to work hard before the next test to make a step forward, but it was good test. On the front of the bike we made some modification, with the Showa forks and chassis settings. It felt better, especially entering the corners. In the next test we will focus a bit more on the rear. I enjoyed being back on my bike, and working with the team again was good. I am more happy today than I was yesterday.”
Pere Riba, Crew Chief for Jonathan Rea, stated: “The test was short, because we only did half a day today and did not ride on day one. We did four hours in all. We focused mainly on the chassis side, because we are reconfirming things we did in December and comparing them with new items we built since the previous test. Johnny feels very positive, he is working very well, and the lap times were very strong. We did a long run and the result was positive. Johnny did a great, great job. We tested a new tyre for Pirelli and took some first information about the new electronics strategy. We are pleased with the result and now all the guys are looking forward to go to Portimao for the next test.”
Marcel Duinker, Crew Chief for Alex Lowes, stated: “We had quite a few items on our test programme, most of which had been at the December test. But if you renew your machine’s character you have to do more than one test. We were not looking for a perfect set-up to race right now but once we achieved an acceptable pace we started to follow on our test programme. I would say that around 90% of our test items were positive, so it was a very efficient test. Johnny was incredibly fast but we were not looking for the perfect race set-up we just needed to test all our items. We can go to Portimao with quite a lot of confidence. We still have quite a lot of testing days in front of us, but already we can define our race bike specification for around 95% for the start of the season.”
A motorcycle riding coach with students. Photo courtesy USMCA.
National Powersport Auctions Continues With USMCA and MotorcycleCoaching.org
Temecula, California – Today, the United States Motorcycle Coaching Association (USMCA) is proud to announce their continued partnership with National Powersport Auctions (NPA) to expand and connect coaching benefits to more new riders.
National Powersport Auctions manages the sale and distribution of thousands of used motorcycles across the country. With current and new riders consistently choosing used models as their go-to motorcycle, coordinating and communicating the benefits of certified coaching to these enthusiasts can have a massive effect on our industry’s future.
“We at NPA know the importance of rider education and connection, which is why we are so pleased to continue our support with the USMCA and MotorcycleCoaching.org,” stated Jim Woodruff, CEO of National Powersport Auctions. “ With the USMCA recently launching their new Motorcycle Coaching App, it’s going to be easier than ever for riders to connect with a certified coach in their area to get the rider education and coaching they need to become lifelong motorcyclists. We are committed to growing ridership with them through 2022.”
“We are excited to have NPA continue their support with the USMCA into 2022” said Lindsey Scheltema, USMCA Executive Director. “The opportunity to work with them another year will help the USMCA raise awareness of MotorcycleCoaching.org in new markets which will help connect more motorcycle riders to certified coaches in their area to help become safer, smarter riders. We are grateful for their partnership in 2022”.
About National Powersport Auctions (NPA)
Established in 1990, National Powersport Auctions (NPA) is the world’s leading provider of powersport vehicle remarketing services. NPA’s nationwide footprint serves the industry’s largest financial institutions, manufacturers and dealers through a multitude of live and online selling platforms. NPA also offers comprehensive data services, including the NPA Value Guide™, the industry’s most accurate wholesale valuation tool. NPA has company-owned and staffed facilities in California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, and Texas. NPA is a wholly owned subsidiary of Copart, Inc (Nasdaq: CPRT). For more information about NPA, visit: www.npauctions.com.
About the U.S. Motorcycle Coaching Association (USMCA)
USMCA is an association where riders and parents can connect to motorcycle coaches they can trust through the network, www.MotorcycleCoaching.org.
All USMCA Certified Coaches are required to adhere to a code of conduct, pass a background check and hold certifications in abuse prevention, CPR/First Aid, concussion protocol, heat illness & cardiac arrest training.
For more information on the USMCA or become a USMCA Certified Coach, visit www.USMCA.org.
A factory-customized Ducati Superleggera V4, #500 of 500. Photo courtesy Ducati.
Introducing Ducati Unica: No Other Ducati in the World Like Yours
Ducati Unica is the customization program dedicated to those who wish to have a Ducati like no other in the world
Direct interaction with the designers of the Centro Stile Ducati ensures the possibility of interpreting the dreams of Ducatisti according to Ducati’s stylistic canons
Precious materials, exclusive finishes and special colors give life to a unique and one-of-a-kind motorcycle
First pilot project in North America featuring number 500 of 500 Superleggera V4 was showcased at Ducati Newport Beach event in California
Borgo Panigale, Bologna, January 27, 2022 – Ducati announces the creation of Ducati Unica, the new customization program dedicated to those who want to design and build their own exclusive and unique motorcycle.
With Ducati Unica, the Centro Stile Ducati opens its doors to Ducatisti and accompanies them in the realization of their dream: to collaborate directly with designers and technicians to create a motorcycle that will be a unique piece in the world.
Each stage of the creation of the bike will be documented and will see the involvement of enthusiasts, from the first sketches to the photos of delivery. With the support of Ducati professionals, the customization process will be outlined, defining every detail: precious materials, dedicated finishes, special colors and Ducati Performance accessories. All in compliance with the stylistic criteria that identify a real Ducati.
The Ducatisti who join the program will be able to enter the Centro Stile Ducati atelier in person and check the progress of their motorcycles during periodic visits, experiencing first-hand the level of dedication and attention to detail that Ducati reserves for each customization project.
Andrea Ferraresi, Centro Stile Ducati Director: “Design is a distinctive element of our creations. For some time we had been working on the launch of a project that would give Ducatisti the possibility of identifying themselves even more with their own bike, making it a direct expression of each person’s individual style. So we created Ducati Unica, a highly exclusive program that testifies to the excellence of Made in Italy of which Ducati is a representative in the world. An exciting and unforgettable experience of customization to be experienced directly within our Centro Stile.”
Each Ducati Unica will be delivered to its owner accompanied by a certificate of uniqueness, which attests its originality and ensures its non-replicability.
In North America, the first pilot project for Unica began with the number 500 of 500 Superleggera V4, customized by request of loyal Ducatista, Dave Enders, who has owned many of Ducati’s flagship models. Enders’ request for the design was inspired by his Lamborghini Aventador SVJ. An event was hosted by the Ducati Newport Beach dealership in California to spotlight this special bike.
Owner Dave Enders had his Ducati Superleggera V4 customized by Ducati to match his Lamborghini Aventador SVJ. Photo courtesy Ducati.
The level of uniqueness and the obsessive attention to detail of each Ducati Unica project mean that the company can only accept a limited number of requests each year, and only those considered to be in line with the values of the brand and with the stylistic standards associated to it.
One-of-a-kind requests, which are applicable to the Ducati and Scrambler® range, will be available to North American clients beginning in 2023, with approximately one motorcycle per quarter taking part in Unica program every year, through the Ducati exclusive North American dealership network.
The start of MotoAmerica Superbike Race One in 2021 with Jake Gagne (32) leading Toni Elias (24), Mathew Scholtz (11), Loris Baz (76), Cameron Petersen (45), and the rest of the field through Turn Three. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.
MotoAmerica Live+ Streaming Service Now Available For 2022 Championship Season
Special Preseason Pricing For Live And On Demand Service Now Through March 1
MotoAmerica, the premier motorcycle road racing series in North America, is pleased to announce that its live and on-demand streaming device, MotoAmerica Live+, is now available for purchase for the 2022 Auto Parts 4 Less MotoAmerica Championship. The service, which is available for iOS and Android apps, Roku streaming media players, Chromecast streaming devices, and newly added for the 2022 season, Apple TV, can currently be purchased for the preseason sale price of $89, which translates to just $8.18 per round.
The pre-sale pricing of $89 will be available through March 1 and existing MotoAmerica Live+ customers will be renewed automatically on February 25 at the sale price. In addition to the season package, individual rounds from MotoAmerica’s 11 events can be purchased for $12.99. After March 1, MotoAmerica Live+ will cost $109.99 for the season package.
MotoAmerica Live+ is the only place where fans can watch all 11 MotoAmerica events live and on-demand, including three days of road racing action from Daytona International Speedway and the Daytona 200. The other events will include live and on-demand coverage of the premier MotoAmerica Medallia Superbikes, Mission King of The Baggers, Stock 1000, Supersport, Twins Cup, SportbikeTrackGear.com Junior Cup and more.
“The 2022 MotoAmerica season promises to be the most competitive yet and watching it all on MotoAmerica Live+ is the place to be if you can’t make it to the events in person,” said MotoAmerica President Wayne Rainey. “Right now, we are offering a special pre-sale price for the service until March 1 and it’s the least expensive way to watch all of our on-track action from all the classes at all 11 events – no matter where in the world you are located.”
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The first pre-season tests of 2022 have drawn to a close for Team HRC at the Jerez de la Frontera circuit in Spain. The squad originally planned to ride for two days but, having completed everything it had on the to-do list already during Wednesday’s sessions, the decision was made to ‘bank’ day two for use at another time.
The one-day session proved more than worthwhile for the squad and its two new riders, Iker Lecuona and Xavi Vierge, as they took to the track with their CBR1000RR-R FIREBLADES. Although the Jerez circuit does not feature on the 2022 WorldSBK calendar, the track has nevertheless allowed the team to collate precious data and evaluate various components and set-ups. Continuing to adapt to their new machines, Vierge and Lecuona worked hard with their Team HRC technicians, focusing on all areas of set-up including the electronics, bike geometry and tyre testing.
Team HRC will now continue its work back at base, before returning to the track for further testing in the near future.
Xavi Vierge (97). Photo courtesy Team HRC.
Xavi Vierge
“It’s been a very good test session indeed, with great weather which allowed us to start early and make the most of the time available until five in the afternoon. We were able to lap very consistently as we continue to adapt to the bike. We worked through many things on the electronics side and with the set-up, while also evaluating the Pirelli Tyres that work differently from the ones I was used to, which took many laps to reach optimum performance. While here, we put in a fresh tyre and had a lot of grip to exploit right away. Overall, I liked the fact that, with everything we tried, I was able to understand the way to go faster. I know the Jerez track very well of course, and this meant it was the best track for me as I start learning about this category. Now it will be important to see what our feeling is like at a different circuit.”
Iker Lecuona (7). Photo courtesy Team HRC.
Iker Lecuona
“I’m honestly very happy because I felt really good and strong on the bike. My hand was not yet 100% ready, but I could manage OK and was able to work well with the team. We were able to test everything anyway and complete our entire work schedule. It was an intense day in which we were able to complete many laps of the track, also because we were very lucky with the weather. By the end of the day, I was experiencing some pain in my hand but, all in all, it’s been a really satisfying test so we will save the second day for another time. Now the focus is on preparing for the next session and ensuring that I’m back to full fitness with my hand”.
The Red Bull KTM MotoGP racebikes (left) and the Tech3 KTM Factory Racing MotoGP racebikes (right). Photo by Philip Platzer, courtesy KTM Factory Racing.
2022 MOTOGP™: THE SEARCH FOR PERFECTION STARTS HERE
KTM’s sixth season of MotoGP will see Red Bull KTM Factory Racing and Tech3 KTM Factory Racing take the RC16 into competition for the longest series in the history of the sport. Brad Binder, Miguel Oliveira, Raul Fernandez and Remy Gardner will attempt to find fresh milestones through the 21-Grand Prix campaign as the company chase their third successive year of race victory.
– Red Bull KTM Factory Racing set sights on 2022 GP wins: they were one of only three teams where both riders tasted victory last year
– Four factory RC16s on the ’22 grid with brand new Tech3 KTM Factory Racing line-up and four riders who have either been world champion or runner-up in the Moto2™ and Moto3™ classes
– KTM to enter MotoGP class with two top finishers and stars from the 2021 Moto2 series and the KTM GP Academy system
– Red Bull KTM Factory Racing refine Grand Prix organisation with Francesco Guidotti assuming the role of Team Manager
All routes lead to the Losail International Circuit on March 6th and the sixteenth consecutive year that the Grand Prix of Qatar will open the MotoGP World Championship. 2022 will be only the sixth season that KTM are on the MotoGP grid. Losail, in particular, was the scene of their very first full-time MotoGP appearance in 2016. During that intense learning term the factory was frequently trying to reduce the gap to the peak of the pack. They have since surged to the forefront with five Grand Prix victories and 12 podium appearances in just half a decade.
Binder (26-years-old, 17 career wins, two in MotoGP) prepares for his third MotoGP season, all with Red Bull KTM Factory Racing. Oliveira (27, 15 career wins and three in the premier class) entered MotoGP a year earlier but is currently the most prolific of the quartet and has walked the podium five times in three campaigns, all with the KTM RC16.
Red Bull KTM Factory Racing welcome Francesco Guidotti into the role of Team Manager with the Italian overseeing the second consecutive season of former Moto3 and Moto2 teammates Binder and Oliveira together on the rider roster. Guidotti will bring his former experience and nuance in the category to a refined set-up that will focus on pure results, with the KTM testing team – led by Dani Pedrosa and Mika Kallio – spearheading development of the KTM RC16 away from Grands Prix.
KTM face 2022 with four factory riders and factory machines thanks to the fourth year of collaboration with the Tech3 KTM Factory Racing Team. Hervé Poncharal’s knowledgeable and decorated outfit will again help to induct two exciting new recruits: Moto2 World Champion Remy Gardner (23-years-old and six career victories) and 2021 runner-up Raul Fernandez (21 and 10 triumphs in two classes). Both riders came through elements of KTM’s GP Academy and Aki Ajo’s fabled set-up in both the Moto2 and Moto3 divisions.
The 2022 KTM MotoGP launch video can be seen here:
Brad Binder: “I’ve learnt so much over the last two seasons it’s difficult just to pick a couple things in particular. I think each year has come with it’s own sets of challenges: in my first I had to manage my expectations a bit. I often wanted too much, too soon and made a lot of mistakes. Last year I had to accept where we were at some points and try and bring the bike home, which was difficult but I learnt a lot last year: I learned so much more about the category, how to save my tires better, how to manage races and I enjoyed it a lot actually. So, I’m going in to my third season understanding what I need to do to go faster and I’m looking forward to getting the year started. I’m more ready than I’ll ever be.”
Brad Binder. Photo courtesy KTM Factory Racing.
Miguel Oliveira: “Last year we had a huge step forward in four races where I scored three podiums and one win so that was quite nice. Then with the injury in the second half of the season the races became really tough: it was definitely a learning curve for me. I lacked consistency and of course this season I’d like to improve that. It’s never easy to go to the limit and still think about finishing the race. I would say if I’m able to score points in every GP then at the end of the championship the result might be quite different, so we’re just looking to take the maximum potential of myself, of the bike, of the whole crew and translate that into results.”
Miguel Oliveira. Photo courtesy KTM Factory Racing.
Raul Fernandez: “I am really happy to do my first MotoGP season and it is a great opportunity for me. I remember only three years ago I was competing in the Moto3 World Championship, and now here I am in the MotoGP class. It is an absolute pleasure. This winter, I prepared differently than previous years in order to gain muscle and get stronger. The MotoGP bike is so much more powerful. The braking is different… Everything requires more physical fitness, so I did motocross and road bike training, some cycling and running, and I feel ready. My main goal this season will be to advance and progress race by race, and enjoy myself in every single one of them.”
Remy Gardner: “I am thrilled to start my first season in the MotoGP class. This is the dream of every motorcycle racer and I cannot wait to get started. We already had a few tests in 2021 that were encouraging, so I am very excited to improve myself, continue to discover the bike, and be able to learn about this amazing class with so many talented riders.I am also looking forward to working again with Tech3, getting along with the team, and continuing the relationship with KTM. This is going to be a long,but interesting year. I know it won’t always be easy but I will always push, try and give the best of myself in order to get the best results we can without going too crazy. I will certainly take this season step by step, but I am very excited to start riding again.”
Remy Gardner. Photo courtesy KTM Factory Racing.
Francesco Guidotti, Red Bull KTM Factory Racing Team Manager: “It is always important to do better than the previous year. To do better we need more consistent results, more consistency in the top five and on the podium. We have to develop the bike to make the riders happy, to give them the right feeling and confidence to achieve these results. Of course, their position is an important one because they need to show the potential of the bike and the project. They have 2-3 years experience in this category now so maybe it is the right moment to use this experience. They have already won some races so the ability and the potential is there ,so we have to see it more regularly. In the last five years the results have been incredible; starting from zero like KTM did and what they achieved is unbelievable and we want to keep it going.”
Hervé Poncharal, Tech3 KTM Factory Racing Team Principal: “The new season is always an intense moment, exciting and emotional. 2022 is very special for us because we have the pleasure to welcome Remy Gardner and Raul Fernandez, who respectively finished first and second in the 2021 Moto2 World Championship.There has been a lot of work done this winter to prepare for the 2022 season, both on the bike and in the organization of the KTM MotoGP technical structure. The Tech3 KTM Factory Team has had a few changes of its own too. We are now impatient and ready to start. With two rookies, we don’t expect to win the championship, but our main target will be to win the Rookie of the Year title in the MotoGP class. We are hoping to do some strong finishes, Top 10 and why not Top 5? With riders like Remy and Raul, we have to dream high. Over the last years, rookies have reached podiums, so it can be us this year.”
Pit Beirer, KTM Motorsport Director: “2021 was the most successful motorsport season ever in our group. It is amazing what we have done in one year in the road racing paddock: winning the Moto3 world championship and the Moto2 world championship and finishing 6th in MotoGP. It is super-motivating for everything in the future. When you start a project like this in MotoGP you want to win a race one day and to say that sounds quite simple but to actually do it is such an incredible effort from so many people involved. We did it. It’s on paper, but we also had to learn it the hard way; you win one weekend in that class but the next weekend you are fighting to qualify for Q2 because it is just so tight. The target for us now is to be there consistently every weekend, get in that top five and fight for the podium at the end of season standings. That must be the goal for this season. I know it is a very high one because the other manufacturers have ambitious targets as well but we are strong now: we have the team, the base, the bike and we have the riders.”
Hubert Trunkenpolz, Member of the Executive Board, KTM CMO: “For the first time ever we crossed the revenue of two billion and it is another milestone for the company. A continuation of the years of growth. It is an unbelievable success story and we are extremely happy we could achieve it. On the other side when we take a look at motorsport in general we have achieved 21 titles and this is also another record and motorsport engagement is the most important marketing tool we have by far. For sure this incredible success in motorsport is firing-up the company’s revenues and the brand awareness and it is incredibly important. There were some amazing stories in 2021: Miguel’s podium streak, Brad’s win at home, Pedro Acosta, the Moto2 title fight. We cannot wait to see what will happen in 2022. Riders who know how to win races also know how to win championships. It is up to us now to give them the right material, the right structure, the right team and the right situation. Also, the right back-up from the factory. If everything comes together then the riders will be the ones helping all of us achieve our goals.”
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