French Superbike: Debise Wins Again, At Circuit Europeen Pau-Arnos

David Swarts

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June 22, 2022

French Superbike: Debise Wins Again, At Circuit Europeen Pau-Arnos

Former MotoAmerica regular Valentin Debise continued his winning ways during Round Four of the French National Championships (FSBK) at Circuit Européen Pau-Arnos, near Pau, France.

Debise did not start Superbike Race One due to a mechanical problems with his Team33accessoires.fr by VRT81 Yamaha YZF-R1, but he bounced back to win Race Two, extending his Championship lead from nine to 16 points.

In Supersport 600, Debise won both races on his Yamaha YZF-R6, stretching his advantage from 38 to 50 points in the standings.

Official results and Championship point standings are below.

Clt course 1 SBK
Clt course 2 SBK
Situation SBK
Clt Course 1 SSP600
Clt Course 2 SSP600
Situation SSP600

MotoAmerica: How To Watch The Action From Ridge Motorsports Park

David Swarts

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June 22, 2022

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MotoAmerica: How To Watch The Action From Ridge Motorsports Park

MotoAmerica: How To Watch Dynapac MotoAmerica Superbikes at The Ridge

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

Everything you need to know to watch the Dynapac MotoAmerica Superbikes at The Ridge!

Moto2: Acosta Breaks Leg In Accident While Training

David Swarts

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June 21, 2022

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Moto2: Acosta Breaks Leg In Accident While Training

Pedro Acosta, an 18-year-old Spaniard who races in the Moto2 World Championship, broke his left femur in an accident while training Tuesday.

According to his team Red Bull KTM Ajo, Acosta, the reigning Moto3 World Champion, is scheduled to have surgery Wednesday in Barcelona.

Following a win at Mugello and a runner-up finish Sunday at Sachsenring, Acosta had moved up to eighth in the Moto2 World Championship point standings.

We will report more details as they become available.

AHRMA: Maddrill Wins Again In Vintage Cup, At NJMP

David Swarts

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June 21, 2022

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AHRMA: Maddrill Wins Again In Vintage Cup, At NJMP

Maddrill Triumphs in AHRMA Vintage Cup Action at New Jersey Motorsports Park

(June 21, 2022, Elora, Tennessee) – Jeremy Maddrill put his KZ650 on top of the podium twice and extended his lead in the 2022 American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association (AHRMA) Vintage Cup.

His latest victories occurred during rounds 13 and 14 of the 2022 Bridgestone Tires AHRMA National Historic Cup Roadracing Series at New Jersey Motorsports Park, Millville, New Jersey, June 18 and 19.

The 2022 Vintage Cup, sponsored by RoadracingWorld.com, features the Vintage Superbike Heavyweight class. Maddrill, from Stiger, Illinois, won both rounds on his 1979 Kawasaki KZ 650.

On Saturday, Maddrill had a clean start, immediately took, and held the lead until the checkered flag. Matt Esterline from Portage, Michigan, on a 1977 Honda CB750F took second, with James Brown of Wolfeboro, New Hampshire riding his 1977 Kawasaki KZ650 rounding out the podium. Alexander Cook, riding a 1979 Moto Guzzi Le Mans, out of Dublin, Ohio finished fourth with Edward Barna on a 1982 Honda CB750F from Randoph Center, Vermont in fifth.

“Kudos to Jeremy for two more victories and a shout-out to Alex Cook for giving this round of the Vintage Cup some European flair with his Guzzi,” said Brian Larrabure, 2022 Chair of the AHRMA Board of Trustees.

On Sunday, Maddrill, in a replay of Saturday, led the field for the duration of the race, easily taking the checkered flag for the win while Esterline repeated his second-place finish. Cook finished third as Brown experienced a clutch issue which moved him off the podium into fourth.

The 2022 Vintage Cup Trophy will be awarded to the Vintage Superbike Heavyweight class winner at select events including WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, and Barber Motorsports Park.

The Vintage Superbike Heavyweight class is sponsored by International CBX Owners Association (ICOA).

Race dates and event registration links are available at: https://www.ahrma.org/schedules-results/

AHRMA National Historic Cup Roadracing Series Vintage Superbike Heavy Weight – Vintage Cup Results

Saturday, June 18, 2022

Jeremy Maddrill, 1979 Kawasaki KZ650, Steger, IL
Matt Esterline, 1977 Honda CB750F, Portage, MI
James Brown, 1977 Kawasaki KZ650, Wolfeboro, NH
Alexander Cook, 1979 Moto Guzzi Le Mans, Dublin, OH
Edward Barna, 1982 Honda CB750F, Randolph Center, VT

Sunday, June 19, 2022

Jeremy Maddrill, 1979 Kawasaki KZ650, Steger, IL
Matt Esterline, 1977 Honda CB750F, Portage, MI
Alexander Cook, 1979 Moto Guzzi Le Mans, Dublin, OH
James Brown, 1977 Kawasaki KZ650, Wolfeboro, NH

About AHRMA:

The American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association (AHRMA) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated competing on fantastic classic and true vintage along with a wide range of modern motorcycles. With about 3,300 members, AHRMA is the largest vintage racing group in North America and one of the biggest in the world. The association has grown steadily over the years, reflecting the increasing interest in classic bikes.

Pro 6 GP Series: Leon Wins At Calabogie

David Swarts

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June 21, 2022

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Leon edges Babic in Pro 6 GP thriller at Calabogie

Calabogie, ON – Reigning Pro 6 GP Regional Champion Michael Leon of Beaconsfield, QC, took his Royal Distributing BMW S 1000 RR to a narrow, .146 of a second win over the DC Construction/Fast Company BMW of Maple, ON.’s Ivan Babic in the second round of the 2022 Championship at Calabogie Motorsport Park, ON. Fittingly, BMW Motorrad sponsored the race.

The Pro pair battled throughout the final at the 5.05-kilometer, 20-turn venue. Leon jumped into the lead from the start of the eight-lap main event, with Pole sitter Babic applying pressure throughout. Babic seemed to have the edge entering the final, Quary/Carousel section of the venue, and made his move on the final tour.

“I kind of knew that he would try me there,” confirmed Leon, who shut the door when Babic made his bold move. “If it was going to work, he was going to take us both down! It was close, there was good pressure, and I was happy with the pace, given the cool conditions. I think the last time I won a Superbike race was maybe 2018 at Shannonville, and this is my first victory in Superbike at Calabogie.”

“Last weekend didn’t go too well,” continued Leon, referring to his two crashes in the opening round of the National series at Grand Bend, ON. “So, I was a little bit careful in the slow corners, but the bike was working really well. We’ll download the data and see what we can learn in time for the National here next month.”

Babic’s runner up effort was a robust performance for a second year Pro climbing the Pro ladder, and he confirmed that “I gave it a good shot with Michael, but it didn’t work out. The conditions were not ideal, it was very windy, and maybe I could have tried something else- but I am happy overall.”

Third belonged to Ernest Bernhard of Ste-Brigide-d’Iberville, QC, on a Yamaha YZF-R1. Early in the race, Bernhard was battling with a pack of riders, but by mid-distance he had pulled clear to earn the final podium spot, 11 seconds behind the winning BMW duo.

The BMW of Anthony Bergeron of Racine, QC, hung in to net fourth, after a lengthy battle with Bernhard and the Turcotte Performance Ducati Panigale of Christian Allard, from Chambly, QC. In his first outing with the Ducati, Allard earned an impressive third in Q to start on the front row of the grid, and might have been fourth in the race, but for an off-track trip on his final lap.

There was a good, race-long dispute for sixth, and at the finish Pierre Simard of Stoneham, QC, pulled clear to grab the spot on his Suzuki GSX-R1000. Yamaha YZF-R1 pilot Vivian Mathews of Clarence Creek, ON, got the better of the race long fight against the Yamaha YZF-R6 of Oshawa, ON.’s Jake LeClair.

Earlier in the program, Philippe Masse of Saint-Hyacinthe, QC., dominated the Kawasaki-backed Pro Sport Bike round for middleweight machines, earning his second straight victory and establishing himself as a favorite for the upcoming Dunlop-backed Calabogie National, July 9-10.

Starting from pole on the grid, Masse pulled away steadily to win by just over 20 seconds.
Veteran Louie Raffa of Saint-Marthe-sur-le-Lac was on form with his Fast Company Honda CBR600RR, getting clear of a trio of riders to net second. Just behind, LeClair fought with rookie Pro Yamaha pilot Pascal Bastien of St-Eustache, LeClair getting the final podium spot with a late race charge.

The Motul Amateur Superbike race was a barn burner, with five riders disputing the lead. BMW racer Marc Labossiere of Longueil, QC, charged from third to first on the final tour, earning the victory by just 0.16 of a second over Suzuki racer Yan Julien of Calixa-Lavalee, QC. Also, in the thick of the dispute was Nova Scotia racer John Fraser’s Yamaha, making his first Calabogie start a good one with third place at the finish, in preparation for the upcoming National round.

Another thrilling Amateur contest involved Guillaume Lavallee of Sainte-Ann-de-Sorel, QC. fighting with Nolan Eadie of Gloucester, ON., and Bobby Desjardins of Ferme-Neuve, QC. At the finish of a tense battle, Lavallee’s Kawasaki won by .2 of a second from Yamaha mounted Eadie, while Suzuki’s Desjardins was a further second back for third.

In the Liqui Moly Pro-AM Lightweight final race, Istvan Hidvegi of Mississauga, ON, took the Pro victory on his Yamha, while the Amateur division belonged to another R3, this one piloted by Evan Moriarity of Milton, ON.

In other support race action, Marc Labossiere of Longueil, QC earned first in Heavyweight Sportsman on a BMW; Heavyweight Sportsman went to Erik Gosselin of Beaupre, QC aboard an Aprilia; the Middleweight Sportsman round was won by Serge Boyer from St Jerome, QC, riding a Kawasaki; and the Middleweight Sportsman counter fell to veteran fast guy Alan Burns of South Mountain, ON., piloting a Kawasaki.

MotoGP: Pol Espargaro Looking To End “Run Of Bad Races,” At Assen

David Swarts

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June 21, 2022

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MotoGP: Pol Espargaro Looking To End “Run Of Bad Races,” At Assen

Last push for the Repsol Honda Team before Summer Break

One last race before the mid-season Summer Break and both Pol Espargaro and Stefan Bradl know what they have to do this weekend.

Assen offers a radical change from the demands of the Sachsenring, the tight anti-clockwise German track making way for the fast and flowing Dutch circuit. Having held races since 1949, the TT Assen is steeped in history and has undergone several modifications throughout its life. The current circuit is characterised by a tight first sector which opens into a fast and flowing section before arriving at the infamous Geert Timmer Bocht chicane just before the finish line.

Pol Espargaro arrives at the Dutch race looking to put an end to his run of misfortune, having failed to score in the last three races. A combination of bad luck and injuries have plagued the #44 as of late as he and the Repsol Honda Team have continued to try and chase their early season form. Intense recovery work while at home has seen some improvements to his injured left ribs, but it looks set to be another physically demanding weekend racing just a week later. In the past, Espargaro has been a consistent point scorer in the Netherlands and finished tenth last year on the RC213V.

For Stefan Bradl, the last race before the Summer Break is a chance to put the pace he showed during German GP practice into action. Complications in the race made for a disappointing home GP for the German rider, but his adaptation to racing the RC213V is well and truly underway. This will be Bradl’s first time racing at the Dutch track in MotoGP since 2016, the first edition of the race held on Sunday, when he finished eighth. In WorldSBK, when racing there in 2017, he achieved his best overall result of the year – a sixth place finish.

The weather for the weekend is looking significantly cooler and potentially wetter than Germany last week.

Pol Espargaro

“I’ve had a few days at home doing everything I can to be prepared for the race this weekend, getting a lot of treatment on the ribs. There’s not much more that we could have done, so I am as ready as I can be. Assen is a really different track to Germany obviously, there’s a lot of fast changes of directions and you really need to have a bike that handles well. The objective is to get a good result before the Summer Break, we need to stop the run of bad races we have had.”

Stefan Bradl

“Assen gives us an opportunity to solve the problems we had in Germany. Before the race we were making some really good progress – especially with my riding. The objective for the weekend is to make another step in this direction, gain that last little bit of confidence and feeling when pushing for a super-fast lap. It has been a few years since I raced at Assen but I think we can get up to speed quickly there. I’m eager to have a strong weekend to go into the break with an extra bit of motivation.”

Yamaha Establishes Sustainability Investment Fund

David Swarts

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June 21, 2022

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Yamaha Establishes Sustainability Investment Fund

Yamaha Motor Establishes Sustainability Investment Fund

Accelerating efforts to address environmental issues

IWATA, June 21, 2022 — Yamaha Motor is pleased to announce today that it has established the Yamaha Motor Sustainability Fund for investing in companies working to address problems concerning the environment. This is a new initiative that enables carbon offsetting in addition to reducing the CO2 levels and environmental footprint of our existing businesses. The fund has a total investment value of $100 million dollars and will be run for a period of 15 years.

Yamaha Motor’s corporate mission is to ”offer new excitement and a more fulfilling life for people all over the world,” and eco-focused initiatives are among the most important themes for achieving this mission. Through this fund, Yamaha Motor intends to foster collaborative relationships with the numerous companies striving to solve environmental issues and to contribute as a like-minded partner toward creating a better world while mutually enhancing each company’s own pursuits.

In 2015, the Company established Yamaha Motor Ventures (YMV)* in Silicon Valley, USA and the Yamaha Motor Exploratory Fund, L.P. as its own investment fund in 2018. This fund is aimed at making exploratory investments in startup companies in order to create new businesses.

In the new Medium-Term Management Plan (2022–2024) announced in February of this year, Yamaha Motor has made strengthening its efforts for sustainability a central theme in addition to the growth strategies and reinforcement of management foundations that the Company has pushed to date. The Company is exploring new technologies and business models that contribute to sustainability in order to accelerate the carbon offsetting efforts necessary to achieve its carbon neutrality goals.

*Yamaha Motor Ventures & Laboratory Silicon Valley Inc. (YMVSV) when established, but renamed to Yamaha Motor Ventures (YMV) in 2022.

Fund Overview

Name – Yamaha Motor Sustainability Fund, L.P.

Establishment – June 2022

Total fund amount – $100 million

Fund period – 15 years

Investment target – Startups working to solve environmental problems

Harley-Davidson Launches Enthusiast Collection

David Swarts

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June 21, 2022

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Harley-Davidson Launches Enthusiast Collection

NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON ENTHUSIAST COLLECTION INSPIRED BY STORIES AND EXPERIENCES WITHIN THE HARLEY-DAVIDSON COMMUNITY

2022 G.I. Enthusiast Collection Celebrates Service of U.S. Armed Forces Members

MILWAUKEE (June 21, 2022) – Harley-Davidson today introduced its new Enthusiast Collection, an ongoing series of Harley-Davidson® motorcycles featuring special-edition paint created to celebrate the unique backgrounds and special interests of riders within the Harley-Davidson community. Each Enthusiast Collection design will be launched annually, available in limited quantities across a curated selection of motorcycle models.

“The Enthusiast Collection motorcycles are inspired by Harley-Davidson riders and their unique stories,” explained Jochen Zeitz, Chairman, President and CEO Harley-Davidson. “Harley-Davidson is proud to launch this program with the G.I. Enthusiast Collection, which honors the legacy of Harley-Davidson riders who have served or actively serve in the U.S. Armed Forces.”

To commemorate the launch, two U.S. veterans, Gary Wetzel, and Brian “Amarok” Critton, will be awarded G.I. Enthusiast Collection models. Wetzel is a Medal of Honor recipient for his heroic actions in the Vietnam War after his U.S. Army helicopter was shot down and came under heavy enemy fire. Severely wounded, he continued to fight back and help other injured soldiers. He is an avid Harley-Davidson rider and veteran issues activist. Critton served for a decade in the U.S. Army, including a tour of duty in Iraq, and now is active with veterans service organizations like Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). In March, he was riding a Harley-Davidson motorcycle to a Muay Thai meeting in Jacksonville designed to help combat veterans deal with PTSD when he saw smoke billowing from a vehicle involved in a three-vehicle accident that happened moments earlier. His instincts turned into action while others watched as he pulled a woman from the burning car. These two Harley-Davidson riders exemplify the spirit of Harley-Davidson Enthusiasts.

2022 Enthusiast Collection Features

The G.I. Enthusiast Collection is draped in stunning Mineral Green Denim Deluxe paint, an all-new color created specifically for this collection, and completed with service-inspired graphics. The G.I. Enthusiast Collection is available only as factory-installed for the Pan America™ 1250 Special and Tri Glide® Ultra models, in limited quantities primarily for the U.S. market.

“The new Mineral Green Denim Deluxe paint pays homage to the Olive Drab paint used on Harley-Davidson WLA models,” said Brad Richards, Harley-Davidson Vice President of Design. “This color features a metallic effect resulting in a subtle gold highlight, allowing the color travel to be more dramatic and show off the shape of the surfacing.

“The tank graphic celebrates the iconic white five-point star, which was used during WWII on military vehicles,” adds Richards. “The tank graphic also features a stenciled ‘H-D’ and a location of Milwaukee, Wisconsin abbreviated, inspired from the spec tags found on government-issued military equipment. The stenciled approach is a treatment often found on military vehicles as lettering was frequently done in the field. Here we’re calling out the birthplace of the Harley-Davidson Motor Company and the original WLA model.”

Pan America™ 1250 Special G.I. (Enthusiast Collection)

A rugged, powerful, technologically advanced motorcycle powered by the liquid-cooled V-Twin Revolution® Max 1250 engine, the Pan America model is designed from the ground up to inspire rider confidence and fuel the spirit of adventure on and off-road. Since its launch in February 2021, the Pan America 1250 Special model is the #1 selling adventure touring motorcycle in North America and was named Best Adventure Bike and Motorcycle of the Year by Motorcycle.com. The Pan America 1250 Special G.I. model will have a U.S. MSRP of $20,799.

Mineral Green Denim Deluxe paint

Enthusiast Collection logo on front of fairing

White Star with H-D graphic on both sides of the fuel tank

Mechanical features identical to Pan America 1250 Special model

Tri Glide® Ultra G.I. (Enthusiast Collection)

A long-haul American touring trike, the Tri Glide® Ultra model is designed to go the distance with comfort, torque and style. Features include Tomahawk™ custom wheels, premium Boom!™ Box GTS infotainment system, trunk and King Tour-Pak® luggage carrier, Daymaker® LED headlamp, standard Cornering Rider Safety Enhancements by Harley-Davidson and the Twin Cooled™ Milwaukee-Eight® 114 engine. The G.I. Enthusiast Collection Tri Glide Ultra model will have a U.S. MSRP of $38,099.

Mineral Green Denim Deluxe paint

Special graphics

Enthusiast Collection and Harley-Davidson on rear of Tour Pak luggage carrier

White Star with H-D graphic on tank sides

White Star on trunk door

Mechanical features identical to Tri Glide Ultra model

American Flat Track: Series Heading To Lima Half-Mile June 25

David Swarts

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June 21, 2022

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American Flat Track: Series Heading To Lima Half-Mile June 25

Lima Half-Mile Promises to Push Progressive AFT Pilots to the Limit

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (June 21, 2022) – The 2022 Progressive American Flat Track tour will arrive at one of its most challenging and revered events this weekend with the Mission Lima Half-Mile at the Allen County Fairgrounds in Lima, Ohio, on Saturday, June 25.

The pea-gravel cushion Half-Mile pushes competitors to their physical limit while testing their strategic acumen as well, reliably offering a variety of line choices while delivering outstanding racing.

Reigning Mission SuperTwins presented by S&S Cycle champion Jared Mees (No. 1 Indian Motorcycle/Progressive Insurance FTR750) has proven himself a master of the demanding battleground time and again. The current points leader has reigned supreme at the Lima Half-Mile on five separate occasions, dating back to his very first premier-class victory way back in 2005.

That sterling track record is fitting too, as Mees is not just one of the most successful riders in the event’s history, he and his wife Nichole also serve as the race’s promoters. However, that hasn’t prevented the track from biting even him on occasion, including the time Mees failed to make the Main Event in 2017, as well as last season when he mustered just an eighth-place finish while combating an early-season injury.

While Mees struggled here a year ago, fellow Indian Wrecking Crew member Briar Bauman (No. 3 Indian Motorcycle/Progressive Insurance FTR750) shined, earning his second victory of the ‘21 season. That wasn’t his first win at Lima, as Bauman actually earned his first win aboard a twin-cylinder at the track back in 2017. He’ll look to pull off a similar trick this year at a venue that’s well suited to his riding style and phenomenal fitness.

While the Mees/Bauman rivalry has dominated headlines for the last three-plus seasons, they currently find themselves in the midst of an intense four-way battle for supremacy that also involves Estenson Racing Yamaha teammates Dallas Daniels (No. 32 Estenson Racing Yamaha MT-07 DT) and JD Beach (No. 95 Estenson Racing Yamaha MT-07 DT), who currently ranked second and fourth in the points, respectively.

Daniels and Beach have made history in recent weeks while claiming two of the last three races. If either rider manages to add another victory this weekend, it’ll be yet another milestone with Yamaha still seeking its first-ever win at the Lima Half-Mile regardless of category.

Mission Roof Systems teammates Brandon Robinson (No. 44 Mission Roof Systems Indian FTR750) and Jarod Vanderkooi (No. 20 Mission Roof Systems Indian FTR750) flanked Bauman on the box here a year ago. Robinson also happens to be a past winner of the race, while Ohio native Vanderkooi would love to earn his maiden premier-class victory in his home state.

Another story to keep tabs on is the performance of Brandon Price (No. 92 Pro One Industries/Mission Foods KTM Duke 890). Price, who has raced an Indian and a Kawasaki already this season, will compete aboard a KTM Duke 890 less than a month after James Rispoli (No. 43 Wally Brown Racing/Haversack KTM 890 Duke) demonstrated the potential of the platform with a podium performance as a Mission Production Twins Challenge entrant at the Red Mile.

Mission Production Twins presented by Vance & Hines

Following the lightning fast start of Nick Armstrong (No. 60 Competitive Racing Frames/Lessley Brothers Yamaha MT-07), the Mission Production Twins presented by Vance & Hines title fight has trended in the direction of a two-rider showdown featuring defending champion Cory Texter (No. 1 G&G Racing/Yamaha Racing Yamaha MT-07) and points leader Jesse Janisch (No. 33 Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson XG750R).

While those two have separated themselves from the pack in the points race, it’s been a different story in any given race. There have been five different winners in just six races this season, including last weekend’s debut winner, Billy Ross (No. 109 Mission Foods/Roof Systems Harley-Davidson XG750R).

One rider still looking for their first victory of 2022 is last year’s Lima Half-Mile winner, Johnny Lewis (No. 10 Moto Anatomy X Powered by Royal Enfield 650). The Royal Enfield appears to be more potent than ever but misfortune has prevented Lewis from finishing on the podium yet this season. A return to Lima could be exactly what’s needed to get the program back on track.

Parts Unlimited AFT Singles presented by KICKER

Kody Kopp (No. 12 Red Bull KTM Factory Racing 450 SX-FFE) was in commanding form at the Laconia Short Track, building up his Parts Unlimited AFT Singles presented by KICKER title lead with a thoroughly dominating performance to claim his third win of the young season.

Second-ranked Morgen Mischler (No. 13 American Honda/Progressive Insurance CRF450R) and third-ranked Max Whale (No. 18 Red Bull KTM Factory Racing 450 SX-FFE) – who aims to return to action post-surgery in Lima – will need to strike back in a significant way and soon in order to keep Kopp in their sights. Fortunately for them, both riders were podium performers at Lima a year ago.

2019 Parts Unlimited AFT Singles champion Dalton Gauthier (No. 79 American Honda/Progressive Insurance CRF450R) is just a further two points adrift of Whale and has both the time and talent required to claw his way back into the championship chase.

While the usual suspects lock down their positions at the top of the order, any number of riders have threatened to break through with a win of their own in ‘22, including the likes of Trent Lowe (No. 48 Mission Foods/Al Lamb’s Dallas Honda CRF450R), Chase Saathoff (No. 106 American Honda/Progressive Insurance CRF450R), and Trevor Brunner (No. 21 Estenson Racing Yamaha YZ450F).

And don’t count out Chad Cose (No. 49 1st Impressions Race Team/Voodoo Ranger Honda CRF450R), who won the Mission Production Twins Main and podiumed in Parts Unlimited AFT Singles on a single evening at Lima in 2019.

There will be plenty to keep fans entertained off the track as well, including the Mission Booth, Drag Specialties display, and numerous other vendors, a variety of food and beverage options, the Kids Zone, and a vintage bike show located behind the main grandstand.

Visit https://store.americanflattrack.com/ebooking/ticket/view/id/3765 to reserve your tickets today. General Admission tickets are available for just $30 with kids 12 and under free when accompanied by an adult. Reserved Grandstand and Premium Reserved Grandstand tickets are available for just $5 and $10 more, respectively.

Paddock Access Upgrades are also available for purchase, which provide all-day access to the pits where fans can scope out the world’s fastest dirt track motorcycles and get up close and personal with the stars of the sport.

Fans who want an all-inclusive night of spectating can purchase the VIP Experience, which includes a Premium Reserved Grandstand ticket, Paddock Access Upgrade, food and beverage, and access to the VIP line for shirts and programs for $125.

Gates will open for fans at 2:30 p.m. ET/11:30 a.m. PT with Opening Ceremonies scheduled to begin at 6:10 p.m. ET/3:10 p.m. PT ahead of the day’s Main Event program. You can catch the livestream of all the weekend’s racing activities on FansChoice.tv. FansChoice.tv provides free-to-view livestreaming of Practice and Qualifying. FansChoice.tv subscribers will then be able to watch the drama unfold from Opening Ceremonies through the Semis, Main Events, and podium celebrations. FansChoice.tv offers two subscription options, granting unlimited access to premium AFT content. Monthly subscriptions start at just $7.99, while a six-month subscription is available for $44.99.

The Mission Lima Half-Mile will premiere on FS1 on Sunday, July 3, at 11:00 a.m. ET/8:00 a.m, PT, including exclusive features, cutting-edge aerial drone and onboard footage, and expert commentary.

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

How to Watch:

FOX Sports and FansChoice.tv are the official homes for coverage of Progressive American Flat Track. For the 2022 season, all races will premiere in one-hour telecasts on FS1 during highly desirable weekend time slots. The complete schedule can be viewed at https://www.americanflattrack.com/events-foxsports. FansChoice.tv provides livestreaming coverage of every Progressive AFT round at http://www.FansChoice.tv.

MotoGP: Razgatlioglu Tests YZR-M1 At MotorLand Aragon

David Swarts

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June 21, 2022

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MotoGP: Razgatlioglu Tests YZR-M1 At MotorLand Aragon

Razgatlıoğlu Enjoys “Very Positive” Maiden Outing on Yamaha YZR-M1 at Aragón

Reigning FIM Superbike World Champion Toprak Razgatlıoğlu completed his first-ever outing on the Yamaha YZR-M1 during a one-day private MotoGP test at the MotorLand Aragón circuit today.

After taking his first WorldSBK victory of the 2022 campaign at Misano, the Turkish rider switched from his Yamaha R1 to the YZR-M1, riding 40 laps of the Teruel venue in sweltering conditions. The long straight between Turns 15 and 16, together with a combination of fast turns and slower sections around the 5.078 km MotorLand Aragón circuit, allowed Razgatlıoğlu to experience all aspects of the Yamaha YZR-M1’s performance.

The 25-year-old began the day with a 12-lap run to build up an understanding of the bike and the Michelin tyres, completing shorter runs thereafter, as the Yamaha MotoGP Test Team made set-up adjustments to the bike based on Razgatlıoğlu’s feedback and analysis of the data.

On hand to help Razgatlıoğlu gain confidence and speed on the Yamaha YZR-M1 was Yamaha MotoGP Test Rider Cal Crutchlow, whose lap times the 2021 WorldSBK champion used as a benchmark during the test.

Unfortunately, the test was cut short due to a heavy rain shower ahead of the late afternoon session, which didn’t allow Razgatlıoğlu the chance to further improve on his promising early pace.

Toprak Razgatlıoğlu

This was my first day on the Yamaha M1 MotoGP bike and it felt completely different to my R1. More horsepower, different electronics, seamless gearbox, all of which is completely new for me. With every lap I learned more, because after the world superbike it’s not so easy to adapt to the MotoGP machine. Fortunately, I had Cal Crutchlow on hand to offer advice and he was able to help me a lot. The bike feels good, especially on the straight where it’s very fast, and it was interesting to experience the carbon brakes. The conditions were really hot today, so we stuck to doing five or six-lap runs only after the initial run of 12 laps to get a first feeling for the bike. When I watch the MotoGP bikes on television here at Aragon you can see it is a bit bumpy, and I can feel it here today. It’s not so bad, you have to keep the gas open to ride through the bumps, because if you close then it becomes more unstable. Overall, a very positive test, even if it was cut short by rain this afternoon, which meant I didn’t get quite as many laps in as I’d have liked. I really enjoyed riding the MotoGP bike, so many thanks to Yamaha for allowing me this opportunity.

French Superbike: Debise Wins Again, At Circuit Europeen Pau-Arnos

June 22, 2022

Valentin Debise (153) in action at Circuit Européen Pau-Arnos. Photo courtesy Valentin Debise. — Valentin Debise (153) in action earlier this season at Circuit Européen Pau-Arnos. Photo courtesy Valentin Debise.

Former MotoAmerica regular Valentin Debise continued his winning ways during Round Four of the French National Championships (FSBK) at Circuit Européen Pau-Arnos, near Pau, France.

Debise did not start Superbike Race One due to a mechanical problems with his Team33accessoires.fr by VRT81 Yamaha YZF-R1, but he bounced back to win Race Two, extending his Championship lead from nine to 16 points.

In Supersport 600, Debise won both races on his Yamaha YZF-R6, stretching his advantage from 38 to 50 points in the standings.

Official results and Championship point standings are below.

Clt course 1 SBK
Clt course 2 SBK
Situation SBK
Clt Course 1 SSP600
Clt Course 2 SSP600
Situation SSP600

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Moto2: Acosta Breaks Leg In Accident While Training

June 21, 2022

Pedro Acosta (51). Photo courtesy Red Bull KTM Ajo.

Pedro Acosta, an 18-year-old Spaniard who races in the Moto2 World Championship, broke his left femur in an accident while training Tuesday.

According to his team Red Bull KTM Ajo, Acosta, the reigning Moto3 World Champion, is scheduled to have surgery Wednesday in Barcelona.

Following a win at Mugello and a runner-up finish Sunday at Sachsenring, Acosta had moved up to eighth in the Moto2 World Championship point standings.

We will report more details as they become available.

AHRMA: Maddrill Wins Again In Vintage Cup, At NJMP

June 21, 2022

Jeremy Maddrill (1P) at speed at New Jersey Motorsports Park. Photo by etechphoto.com, courtesy AHRMA.