Bagger Racing League: June 27 Event To Be Shown On Pay Per View

David Swarts

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June 9, 2021

Bagger Racing League: June 27 Event To Be Shown On Pay Per View

Bagger Racing League Partners with FITE for exclusive Live Viewing of First-ever
Drag Specialties Battle of the Baggers

Tune in to Bagger Racing League™ Utah, Sunday June 27th, and watch Harley-Davidson and Indian Motorcycles Battle

Durango, CO (June 9, 2021) – Race fans and riders alike can tune in live to the first-ever Bagger Racing League, featuring five unique races, most of which are the first of their kind. BRL is proud to partner with the premier pay-per-view provider FITE to broadcast the first ever BRL Sunday, June 27th at 3:00 pm EDT.

For just $14.99, viewers can watch all the action live and be a witness to motorcycle history in the making. With five epic classes and over 50 riders from across the globe the Harley-Davidson and Indian fight for racing dominance will be seen at every level live on FITE. Order [at www.fite.tv].

“I am ready to see the score settled between Harley and Indian!” announced BRL founder, Rob Buydos.

Drag Specialties Battle of the Baggers Bagger Racing League™ Round 1 takes place at Utah Motorsports Complex, June 25–27, in Salt Lake City. Tickets, hotel packages, camping and VIP experiences for Drag Specialties Battle of the Baggers are available now at www.BaggerRacingLeague.com.

“FITE fans have really embraced the motorsports we’ve offered,” said FITE COO, Michael Weber. “Battle of the Baggers is another exciting inaugural event for us that we feel will appeal to existing and new fans with some of the top riders in the field competing.”

Each round will be a 3-day event, featuring the world’s largest V-Twin vendor village at a road racetrack, stunt shows, camping, the Arlen Ness Custom Bike Show and much more. Drag Specialties Battle of the Baggers will broadcast live through FITE and will feature a live audience and announcing.

An action-packed highlight video of what to expect from Bagger Racing League can be viewed here: youtu.be/EsNBJW7dk8I.

Drag Specialties Battle of the Baggers Bagger Racing League™ will feature 5 classes of racing, making this accessible to all riders that have put in track time, not just pro-racers:
Class 1 Hooligan GP presented by Icon: Includes American V-twin inspired platforms.

Class 2 Big Twin GP presented by NAMZ: Includes any American large-displacement big twin.

Class 3 Pro-Stock Bagger GP presented by Metzeler Tires: Includes Harley-Davidson or Indian with fairing and saddlebags to qualify

Class 4 Stunt GP presented by Lucas Oil: Invitational. Invited entrants compete in a judged stunt competition Friday night, then take their bike to the track for qualifying on Saturday and the main event on Sunday.

Class 5 BRL’s premier Bagger GP presented by Custom Dynamics: Harley-Davidson and Indian touring bikes duke it out in a fight for dominance.

In addition to the excitement around the Harley-Davidson – Indian Motorcycle rivalry, featuring Tyler O’Hara on an Indian and Ben Bostrom on a Harley-Davidson in the Premier Bagger GP Class, Bagger Racing League history will be made with the first female racer in a Bagger GP, featuring Patricia Hernandez [Patricia Fernandez] riding for Saddlemen racing.

“With all the experience that FITE has, they are the perfect partner for the Bagger Racing League,” said Bagger Racing League COO, John M. Oakes. “The excitement of the first race will be history in the making.”

Bagger Racing League has united Harley-Davidson aftermarket parts companies from across the world, including: 31 State, Beringer Brakes, Bridgestone Tires, Continental Tires, Custom Dynamics, CVRD Canopies, Drag Specialities, Dream Rides, Dunlop Tires, Eric Herrmann, Icon, Kicker, Klock Werks, Kraus Motor Company, LA Choppers, Legends Suspensions, LePera Seats, Lucas Oil, Lucky Speed Shop, Metzeler Tires, Moto United, NAMZ, Optimate, Rider Justice, SMT Wheels and Sturgis Buffalo Chip

Companies, brands and shops building bikes competing in the premier Bagger Racing League Bagger Premier GP presented by Custom Dynamics include: Alloy Art, Barnett, Bassani, Feuling Parts, Performance Machine, Pistol Pete Custom Cycles, Saddlemen, Slyfox, S&S Cycles, The Speed Merchant and Trask Performance.

Harley-Davidson Dealerships from across the country are fielding teams including:

Bumpus Harley-Davidson of Memphis

Durango Harley-Davidson

Harley-Davidson of Yuba City

Iron Steed Harley-Davidson

Las Vegas Harley-Davidson

Quaid Harley-Davidson

Suburban Motors Harley-Davidson

Timbertown Harley-Davidson

Zion Harley-Davidson

Registered teams include

Blakline Speed Shop

Collective PHX & Leading Edge V-Twin

Fab 28 Industries

Hofmann Designs

Kruesi Originals

Miller Built Performance Cycles

My Garage – Ventura

Ramjet Racing

RPM & Arlen Ness

Speed Kings Cycle

Team Dream Rides

The Chopper Place

The Warrior Built Foundation

TOL Designs

Tucker Speed

Drag Specialities Battle of the Baggers, Bagger Racing League™ Round 1 will take place June 25–27, 2021, in Salt Lake City, Utah, at Utah Motorsports Complex. Get your tickets, hotel packages, camping and VIP experiences and more at www.BaggerRacingLeague.com.
Follow Bagger Racing League online:

Facebook: www.Facebook.com/BaggerRacingLeague

Instagram: @BaggerRacingLeague

Mile-long burnout video that broke Instagram | Bagger Racing League Competitor C-Bear:
youtu.be/DRhCxYCDy8Q

About FITE:

FITE is the premier global platform for live sports and entertainment offering many of the industry’s marquee PPV events and SVOD packages with over 4.6MM registered users. FITE is available worldwide through its iOS and Android mobile apps, Apple TV, Android TV, ROKU, Amazon Fire TV and Huawei apps. In addition, FITE supports Samsung, LG, Cox Contour, Vizio SmartCast™, Foxxum, Chromecast, PS4, XBOX, ZEASN, Netrange, Vidaa/Hisense, VEWD, Netgem TV, Virgin Media, Comcast’s Xfinity 1 and Xfinity Flex as well as 7,000 models of Smart TVs. Available online at www.FITE.tv. Follow FITE on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. If it Happens, it’s on FITE.

Bridgestone BATTLAX HYPERSPORT S22 Chosen For New Yamaha YZF-R7

David Swarts

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June 9, 2021

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Bridgestone BATTLAX HYPERSPORT S22 Chosen For New Yamaha YZF-R7

Bridgestone BATTLAX HYPERSPORT S22 Motorcycle Tires Selected as Original Equipment on Yamaha Motor’s YZF-R7

BATTLAX HYPERSPORT S22 tires will be available as original fitment on the Yamaha YZF-R7.

Featuring advanced technology from Bridgestone, the BATTLAX HYPERSPORT S22 offers sporty handling and superior grip on any surface.

The Bridgestone Group has been a long-time partner with Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
Tokyo (June 9, 2021) — Bridgestone Corporation (Bridgestone) today announced that its BATTLAX HYPERSPORT S22 motorcycle tires have been selected as original equipment on the YZF-R7 supersport model motorcycle released by Yamaha Motor Co. (Yamaha Motor), Ltd., on May 19, 2021.

The BATTLAX HYPERSPORT S22 tires have a tread pattern and compound structure that allow the rider to have both sporty handling and superior grip on any surface. Its tread pattern features an increased groove ratio on the tire’s shoulder offering better traction in both wet and dry conditions, while its compound offers an optimized resin structure that allows the tire to provide increased levels of grip at lower temperatures. These features promise to deliver a refined yet fun riding experience on the YZF-R7 no matter the setting – from urban areas to highways to track days.

The YZF-R7 was developed to give riders “A Fun Way to Master a Supersport.” The YZF-R7 aims to be a supersport model that motorcyclists at any skill level can master performance and sporty handling. This fitment is part of a long-term collaboration in which Bridgestone has delivered premium tires to Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. for a wide range of motorcycles.

A Bridgestone BATTLAX HYPERSPORT S22 rear tire on a 2022-model Yamaha YZF-R7. Photo courtesy Yamaha.

Bridgestone continues to provide “Dan-Totsu” – or best in class – products that meet and exceed the needs of its customers by developing various product brands globally and expanding the range of original equipment tires that offer optimal functionality and value to a variety of motorcycle models. These efforts are aligned to Bridgestone’s vision of providing social value and customer value as a sustainable solutions company.

About Bridgestone Corporation:

Headquartered in Tokyo, Bridgestone Corporation is a global leader providing sustainable mobility and advanced solutions. With a business presence in more than 150 countries worldwide, Bridgestone offers a diverse portfolio of original equipment and replacement tires, tire-centric solutions, mobility solutions, and other rubber-associated and diversified products that deliver social and customer value. Guided by its global corporate social responsibility commitment, Our Way to Serve, Bridgestone is dedicated to shaping a sustainable future of mobility and improving the way people around the world move, live, work and play.

MRA: Madama, Thornton Win At Pikes Peak International Raceway

David Swarts

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June 9, 2021

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MRA: Madama, Thornton Win At Pikes Peak International Raceway

Thornton and Madama dominate PPIR at MRA Round 2

Fountain, CO, June 8, 2021 – The second race of the 2021 MRA Championship Series took place at Pikes Peak International Raceway in Fountain, CO over the weekend of June 5-6. PPIR is the shortest track on the MRA calendar with the infield course being only 1.3 miles long. The oval banking and dropping onto the apron area of the track makes for some very exciting racing with Turn 1 being one of the highest speed corners of the Colorado series.

The weather for the weekend was in the low 90’s as the area is finally shaking off the winter. The novice, supersport, endurance and superstreet events went off without a hitch on Saturday. Saturday afternoon a handful of racers were already getting below the 1:00 minute mark which meant that you had to be in that range to have any chance at a good Race of the Rockies finish.

The start of RoR saw Nick Dremel take the holeshot for the open class and lead the race for the first 4 laps. In tow was Mike Applegate, Ray Thornton, Jim Hinton, and Joe Resta. By lap 3, Dremel, Applegate, and Thornton had pulled free of the rest of the field while clicking off mid to high 57’s. On lap 5, Applegate got by Dremel to take the lead. Thornton followed up to take second on lap 6 still with Dremel in the mix. After the half way point, it became clear that Thornton was running down Applegate and on lap 12, Thornton made his move and solidified the lead and the win. Applegate maintained second ahead of Dremel, who made his first appearance on the Race of the Rockies GTO podium!

In Race of the Rockies GTU, Jason Madama took the lead and proceeded to mix it up with the liter bikes for most of the race. Brian Dobrowolski got a great start and tailed Madama the first few laps before Cameron Lee got by on lap 4 to take over second. From there, the three separated themselves from the remainder of the GTU field while dealing with the larger bikes on this very tight track. Lee was on a mission and turned very consistent 59’s the entire race. By doing so, Lee was able to sneak up behind Madama who had relaxed the pace to 1:00. With 2 laps to go, Lee put a pass on Madama for the lead, but was unable to make it last to the checker as Madama responded with a couple of low 59’s. On the box, it was Madama for the win with Lee second and Dobrowolski third.

Next up, the MRA returns to High Plains Raceway in Byers, CO for Round 3 on June 26-27. This time an abbreviated course configuration will be used. It will be either the North configuration or the West configuration depending on some repairs being done to the track. Once again, the SuperStreet class will be held on Saturday afternoon, giving street riders a chance to try real track motorcycle road racing with minimal cost & preparation. See https://www.mra-racing.org/superstreet/superstreet-information/ for details.

The Motorcycle Roadracing Association is dedicated to promoting safe and competitive motorcycle road racing events for enthusiasts in Colorado and the surrounding area. For more information go to http://www.mra-racing.org/.

Fay Myers’ Race of the Rockies GTO

1. Ray Thornton (Yam YZF-R1)

2. Mike Applegate (Yam YZF-R1M)

3. Nick Dremel (Yam YZF-R1)

4. Jim Hinton (Yam YZF-R1)

5. Nyles Gourlie (Suz GSX-R600)

6. Joseph Resta (Kaw ZX-10R)

Apex Auto Glass’ Race of the Rockies GTU

1. Jason Madama (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Cameron Lee (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Brian Dobrowolski (Tri Daytona 675)

4. Ken Yee (Kaw ZX-6R)

5. Nathan Morales (Yam YZF-R6)

6. Scott Morrison (Yam YZF-R6)

Underground Railroad Transport’s Amateur GTO

1. Kevin Madden (Yam YZF-R1)

2. CJ Walker (Suz GSX-R1000)

3. Stephen Townsend (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Justin Robinson (Yam YZF-R1)

5. Pratt Wellman (Apr RSV4)

6. Kellen Brewer (BMW HP4)

XL3 Rigging’s Amateur GTU

1. Randy Hopper (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Stephen Townsend (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Joshua Baker (Kaw ZX-6R)

4. Dan Parker (Suz GSX-R600)

5. Erik Maxwell (Kaw ZX6R)

6. Tyler Hollman (Yam YZF-R6)

Mozart Properties’ Modern Vintage GTO

1. Nick Dremel (Yam YZF-R1)

2. Hunter Miller (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Dave Stiefvater (Hon CBR600RR)

4. Jaquelyn Romano (Suz SV650)

5. Timothy David (Kaw ZX-6R)

6. Kevin Madden (Hon CBR1000RR)

Nite Owl Sports Bar & Grill’s Modern Vintage GTU

1. Aaron Hersh (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Kellen Brewer (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Brian Cockroft (Duc 749)

4. Tommy Darmstedter (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Bob Hasenhundl (Yam YZF-R6)

6. Andrew Schrems (Suz SV650)

Moto Station’s Open Superbike

1. Mike Applegate (Yam YZF-R1M)

2. Ray Thornton (Yam YZF-R1)

3. Nyles Gourlie (Suz GSX-R600)

4. Phillip Hergenrader (Yam YZF-R1)

5. John Elliott (Yam YZF-R1)

6. Jim Hinton (Yam YZF-R1)

Pho95 Open Supersport

1. Mike Applegate (Yam YZF-R1M)

2. Jim Hinton (Yam YZF-R1)

3. Ray Thornton (Yam YZF-R1)

4. Joseph Resta (Kaw ZX-10R)

5. Nyles Gourlie (Suz GSX-R600)

6. Michael Applehans (Suz GSX-R1000)

Green Tech Auto Body’s Middleweight Superbike

1. Jason Madama (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Ken Yee (Kaw ZX-6R)

3. Brian Dobrowolski (Tri Daytona 675)

4. Randy Hopper (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Jared Dear (Kaw ZX-6R)

6. Cameron Lee (Yam YZF-R6)

IES Technologies Middleweight Supersport

1. Jason Madama (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Cameron Lee (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Ken Yee (Kaw ZX-6R)

4. Jared Dear (Kaw ZX-6R)

5. Dennis Stowers (Tri Daytona 675)

6. Randy Hopper (Yam YZF-R6)

Conrad Oliver at Blue Raven Solar’s 500 Superbike

1. Justen Behmer (Kaw 400)

2. Chris Joffrion (KTM 505SX)

3. Kreece Elliott (Kaw 400)

4. Mike Morrison (Hus FS450)

5. Conrad Oliver (Kaw 400)

6. Jeremiah Baker (Kaw 400)

Aces Motorcycles’ 500 Supersport

1. Mark Applegate (KTM FS450)

2. Charles Greenwood (Kaw 400)

3. Justen Behmer (Kaw 400)

4. Craig Gomulka (Kaw 400)

5. Kreece Elliott (Kaw 400)

6. Jeremiah Baker (Kaw 400)

Rocky View Family Dental’s 350 Superbike

1. Tom Dixon (Kaw 300)

2. Jason Hays (Kaw 300)

3. Joseph Maher (Kaw 300)

Vickery Motorsports 350 Supersport

1. Tom Dixon (Kaw 300)

2. Jason Hays (Kaw 300)

3. Joseph Maher (Kaw 300)

Rocky View Family Dental’s Premiere Amateur

1. Dan Parker (Suz GSX-R600)

2. Jeremy Ross (Suz GSX-R750)

3. Justen Behmer (Kaw 636)

4. Randy Hopper (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Michael Henk (Kaw ZX-6R)

Spencer Russell Youth Racing’s Lightweight Grand Prix

1. Ricky Orlando (Kaw 650)

2. Jayden Fernandez (Hon NSF250R)

3. Mark Applegate (KTM FS450)

4. Andrew Schrems (Suz SV650)

5. Ryan Smith (Apr RS660)

6. Luke Sanzone (Kaw 400)

High Plains Raceway Open Endurance

1. Jim Hinton (Yam YZF-R1)

2. Mathew Cunha (Yam YZF-R1)

3. Ray Thornton (Yam YZF-R1)

4. Michael Applehans (Suz GSX-R1000)

5. Nick Dremel (Yam YZF-R1)

6. Christopher Nami (BMW S1000RR)

Wyeth Homes’ Solo Endurance Middleweight

1. Brian Dobrowolski (Kaw ZX-6R)

2. Dennis Stowers (Tri Daytona 675)

3. Phillip Takahashi (Kaw ZX-6R)

4. Ken Yee (Kaw ZX-6R)

5. Jared Dear (Kaw ZX-6R)

6. Dan Parker (Suz GSX-R600)

Lisa Gaimara with Supreme Lending Solo Endurance Lightweight

1. Ricky Orlando (Kaw 650)

2. Andrew Schrems (Suz SV650)

3. Ryan Smith (Apr RS660)

5. Stephen Husbands (KTM 690)

6. Jaquelyn Romano (Suz SV650)

Rocky View Family Dental’s Solo Endurance Ultra Lightweight

1. Luke Sanzone (Kaw 400)

2. Justen Behmer (Kaw 400)

3. Craig Gomulka (Kaw 400)

4. Tom Dixon (Kaw 300)

5. Joseph Maher (Kaw 300)

6. Conrad Oliver (Kaw 400)

Performance Cycle’s SuperTwins GTO

1. Patrick Lansu (Pie X80R)

2. Dallas Sherman (EBR 1190)

3. James Soiland (Duc 959)

4. Jim Brewer (Duc 1199R)

5. Mark Weidner (KTM RC8)

6. Ryan Smith (Apr RS660)

Rocky View Family Dental’s SuperTwins GTU

1. Jayden Fernandez (Hon NSF250R)

2. Brian Cockroft (Duc 749)

3. Codey Chewning (Suz SV650)

Rocky View Family Dental’s Thunderbike

1. Brett Leveque (Tri Daytona 675)

2. Maurice Adcock (Duc 999S)

3. Bob Halbert (Duc 749R)

4. Mark Weidner (Hon RC51)

5. Justen Behmer (Kaw 400)

6. Chris Doyle (Tri Daytona 675)

Moto-Garage Formula 40 GTO

1. Jim Hinton (Yam YZF-R1)

2. Mike Applegate (Yam YZF-R1M)

3. Ray Thornton (Yam YZF-R1)

4. Michael Applehans (Suz GSX-R1000)

5. Phillip Hergenrader (Yam YZF-R1)

6. James Wilkerson (Yam YZF-R1)

Moto-Garage Formula 40 GTU

1. Ken Yee (Kaw ZX-6R)

2. Erik Maxwell (Kaw ZX-6R)

3. Michael Lakritz (Hon CBR600RR)

4. Andrew Schrems (Suz SV650)

5. Dan Parker (Suz GSX-R600)

6. Dan Elders (Suz GSX-R600)

Interstate Honda Novice GTO

1. Jeremy Ross (Suz GSX-R750)

2. Justin Robinson (Yam YZF-R1)

3. Kevin Caputo (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Pratt Wellman (Apr RSV4)

5. Kellen Brewer (BMW HP4)

6. Evan Weidner (Hon CBR600RR)

Law Tigers Novice GTU

1. Nicholas Koken (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Kevin Caputo (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Evan Weidner (Hon CBR600RR)

4. Adam Miller (Duc 848 EVO)

5. Navid Poran (Kaw ZX-6R)

6. Kellen Brewer (Yam YZF-R6)

Woody’s Wheel Works’ Formula Colorado

1. Justen Behmer (Kaw 400)

2. Stephen Husbands (KTM 690)

3. Jayden Fernandez (Hon NSF250R)

Rocky View Family Dental’s Supermoto

1. Mark Applegate (KTM FS450)

2. Geoff Cesmat (Yam YZ450F)

3. Mike Morrison (Hus FS450)

NJMP Hosting Food Truck Festival June 12

David Swarts

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June 9, 2021

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NJMP Hosting Food Truck Festival June 12

New Jersey Motorsports Park to host 5th Annual Food Truck Festival This Saturday, June 12

MILLVILLE, N.J. (June 9, 2021) – South Jersey foodies can look forward to this weekend at New Jersey Motorsports Park for our 5th Annual Food Truck Festival! The festival will take place Saturday, June 12 from 4PM – 8PM, while the 24 Hours of Lemons race will begin at 9AM on Thunderbolt Raceway here at NJMP. Attendees of the festival can expect food trucks encompassing a wide variety of food, in addition to drinks, vendors, live music, and more. Participating food trucks include Cali Shakes, Chank’s Grab-N-Go, Chef Sheed’s BBQ Shack, Crawdaddys Cajun, Dominic’s Tavern, Ervings Brisket, Grub Spot, House of Cupcakes, Latin Bites, Lil Trent’s Grille, The Little Sicilian, Ohana, Potato Patoto, The Spirit of San Juan, and Turtles Corn with more to come. The Food Truck Festival is free to attend.

Seating will be available outdoors for guests to enjoy their food. Megan Knight, who was sent to Hollywood during Season 18 of American Idol, will be performing live. The Finish Line Pub will be open featuring a full bar serving cocktails, wine and beer on tap.

“NJMP is a world-class facility, and we’re excited to showcase all we have to offer by hosting this Food Truck Festival,” said NJMP Chief Operating Officer Brad Scott. “We’ve been expanding our off-track event calendar in recent years, and the addition of this type of event really shows what we have to offer off of the race track.”

On-track action during the day at NJMP is highlighted by The 24 Hours of Lemons which will be on track at Thunderbolt Raceway from 9am-5pm Saturday. Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate for $30. The State Championship powered by F-Series karting series, which is free to attend, will take place Saturday at Liberator Raceway. NJMP also offers arrive and drive go-karting, for guests over the age of 14, which will be open from 11am-10pm on Saturday. Karting Reservations are strongly recommended. While Walk-ups are accepted, any Reservations may take precedent over those without.

For information on participating in the festival as a food truck, or vendor, please send an email to [email protected].

Stay up to speed with NJMP by calling (856) 327-8000, visiting www.njmp.com or following on Twitter: @NJMP, Instagram: @njmotorsportspark, and Facebook: New Jersey Motorsports Park – NJMP.

WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca Declares July 9-18 “West Coast Bike Week”

David Swarts

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June 9, 2021

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WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca Declares July 9-18 “West Coast Bike Week”

West Coast Bike Week creates exciting new experiences for motorcycle racing fans

MONTEREY, Calif., June 8, 2021 – For 10 days in July, motorcycles are king in Monterey County.

West Coast Bike Week is a community focused week of activities geared to those who love all things on two wheels. There’s plenty of excitement for riders (or enthusiasts) of all ages and experience levels.

The 10-day experience is highlighted by professional championship racing at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca with the GEICO Motorcycle MotoAmerica Superbike Speedfest at Monterey, July 9-11, followed by exciting vintage racing with the AHRMA Classic Motofest of Monterey, July 16-18. It’s paradise for motorcycle lovers.

Everything kicks off July 9 at the MotoAmerica Bike Night, which will take place in downtown Pacific Grove from 5-9 p.m. Lighthouse Avenue will be shut down between Forest Avenue and Congress Avenue, where live music, merchandise and other surprises await at this free event that is presented by the Pacific Grove Chamber of Commerce. Fans are encouraged to bring their motorcycles to help launch West Coast Bike Week.

After three days of pulse pounding MotoAmerica action at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, the Ducati Owner Program takes the track on July 12.

From July 13-15, the Learn to Ride program will be teaching important lessons to motorcycle riders of all skill levels at the Raceway’s Lakebed. Part of the California Motorcyclist Safety Program, Learn to Ride is implemented by members of the Pacific Motorcycle Training team, in conjunction with the California Highway Patrol. For more information, click here.

There will be both a Training Course – designed for the novice rider – and a Premier Course – which allows riders who are age 21 and older and who already know how to ride, but are not licensed, the chance to earn their motorcycle license.

On track July 14-15 will be Iconic Motorbikes – which is a promotional partner of West Coast Bike Week. The company has quickly risen to become one of the premier motorcycle auction websites in the industry. Anybody looking to buy or sell a motorbike needs to look no further than Iconic. More information about Iconic can be found at www.iconicmotorbikeauctions.com.

The AHRMA Bike Night is July 15 at the Baja Cantina & Grill in Carmel Valley. It will run from 5-7 p.m. and include vintage bikes, drink specials, a raffle, plus much more.

“West Coast Bike Week is an exciting initiative that brings the whole community together in celebration of our two wonderful motorcycle racing events,” said John Narigi, president and general manager of WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca. “There is a rich history of motorcycle racing at our track, and the West Coast Bike Week events inject even more energy and enthusiasm into those two weeks in July.”

For those who prefer to pedal on two wheels, the Twilight Cycling event returns July 7, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. This ride allows cyclists of all ages and experience levels the thrill of pedaling WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca’s 11-turn, 2.238-mile course. The ride is highlighted by the legendary Corkscrew that drops 59 feet in just 450 feet of track length. Helmets are required.

For a list of West Coast Bike Week events, click here.

To buy tickets for both the MotoAmerica and AHRMA events at WRLS, click here.

MotoAmerica: Previews Of Next Weekend’s Races At Road America (Updated)

David Swarts

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June 9, 2021

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MotoAmerica: Previews Of Next Weekend’s Races At Road America (Updated)

It’s Game On For MotoAmerica’s Round Three At Road America

Close Racing Expected For The Pair Of HONOS Superbike Races In Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin
IRVINE, CA (June 9, 2021) – MotoAmerica has held 14 Superbike races at Road America since it took over the AMA Superbike Series in 2015. The average margin of victory from those 14 races is just 2.49 seconds, and that includes Cameron Beaubier’s three runaway wins last year of 7.8, 14.4 and 6.32 seconds.

Plain and simple: Those three races were anomalies. So, if we throw those three dominating wins by Beaubier out the window, the average margin of victory for the remaining 11 MotoAmerica Superbike races is a scant .669 of a second. Yes, .669 of a second.

The closest HONOS Superbike race in those 14 races? That would be Beaubier’s victory over Josh Herrin in race one in 2018 – .002 of a second. The next day, Beaubier did the dirty on Herrin again – by .195 of a second.

Guess you can understand why the MotoAmerica Series heads to the picturesque, high-speed venue in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, expecting ultra-close, nail-biting racing in all classes. After all, it’s the Road America way.

Last year, with COVID-19 wreaking havoc, MotoAmerica was forced to reschedule and that meant racing not once but twice at Road America with unprecedented back-to-back rounds separated by a month with the races taking place at the end of May and end of June. And no one complained – such is the popularity of the long-standing weekends at “America’s National Park Of Speed.”

As previously mentioned, Beaubier won three of the four HONOS Superbike races at Road America in 2020 and only a crash out of the lead in race four prevented a perfect four-race rampage in Wisconsin. When Beaubier crashed, the lead and ultimately the victory fell to M4 ECSTAR Suzuki’s Bobby Fong – and it marked the Californian’s first-career AMA Superbike win. So, with Beaubier now contesting the Moto2 World Championship, does that make Fong the favorite heading to Road America this week?

Perhaps.

There is this one niggling problem by the name of Jake Gagne, the winner of three of the four HONOS Superbike races held thus far in 2021. Gagne, who finished second twice in Road America’s four races last year (including ending up right behind Fong in the fourth race), comes into Wisconsin with the smoking hot hand with his three wins on the Fresh N’ Lean Attack Performance Yamaha YZF-R1.

Although Gagne has done the most winning so far in 2021, he’s not leading the championship. That spot is held by Westby Racing’s Mathew Scholtz, the South
African with one victory, two seconds and a third thus far in his consistent start to the season. He leads Gagne, who has a DNF on his scorecard in the title chase, albeit by just seven points.

With three thirds and a fourth-place finish, Gagne’s teammate Josh Herrin is third in the point standings. Herrin has tasted Superbike victory before at Road America with a win in race two over Beaubier (by just .506 of a second). He trails Scholtz by 20 points after four races.

The aforementioned Fong sits fourth, the Suzuki GSX-R1000-mounted rider starting the season with a second-place finish but struggling a bit since then with two fifth-place finishes bookending a mechanical issue at VIRginia International Raceway that pushed him down to 12th in race one.

Non-defending MotoAmerica Stock 1000 Champion Cameron Petersen is tied for fourth in the title chase with his teammate Fong after his consistent start to the season hit a bit of a bump in the road in race two at VIR when he was involved in a first-corner melee that left him well behind. He fought through to finish seventh, but it ruined his streak of top-five finishes in his first season on the M4 ECSTAR Suzuki GSX-R1000 Superbike.

Six points adrift of the Suzuki teamsters is Panera Bread Ducati’s Kyle Wyman, who in turn finds himself just three points ahead of Scheibe Racing BMW’s Hector
Barbera – a MotoAmerica rookie in 2021.

Another series rookie with an immense international racing background is Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati New York’s Loris Baz, the Frenchman competing in his first season of racing in the U.S. series. Baz’s season started out with two non-finishes at Road Atlanta, but he turned that around at VIR with fourth- and second-place finishes. He’s got a long way to go to catch those at the top of the point standings, but Road America should suit the fast Ducati Panigale V4 R well and both Baz and Wyman should be able to let the Big Red (and in Wyman’s case, green) Dogs eat.

Travis Wyman Racing’s Travis Wyman and Altus Motorsports’ Jake Lewis round out the top 10 in the series standings heading to Road America with those two sitting first and second in the Superbike Cup standings, a class within a class for those riding Stock 1000-spec motorcycles.

In total, there are 36 entries in the HONOS Superbike class for Road America.

Road America Notes

Cameron Beaubier won three of the four HONOS Superbike races held at Road America last year with Bobby Fong winning the one race that Beaubier didn’t win. Beaubier beat Mathew Scholtz in race one, Jake Gagne in race two and Fong in race three. Fong beat Gagne in race four.

With his three wins at Road America last year, Beaubier has 10 AMA Superbike wins at Road America and that’s one better than Australian Mat Mladin and two more than Beaubier’s former teammate Josh Hayes.

In addition to his race wins, Beaubier is also the Superbike lap record holder at Road America with a 2:10.623 lap set during Superpole for the June race in 2020. Beaubier also holds the race lap record with a 2:11.033 set in race two of the May race weekend.

Six different manufacturers will be represented on the grid at Road America: Yamaha (11 entries), Kawasaki (seven entries), Suzuki (six entries), BMW (five entries), Ducati (five entries) and Honda (two entries).

As far as manufacturers go, Yamaha has the most wins at Road America with 22 followed by Suzuki with 18, Honda (12), Ducati (eight) and Kawasaki (four). Yamaha had won seven of eight races until Suzuki swept both races in 2019 with Toni Elias and Josh Herrin. In 2020, however, Beaubier and Yamaha chalked up three more wins before Fong gave Suzuki another victory in race two in the June event.

Riders from nine different countries will line up at Road America in the HONOS Superbike class with the U.S., Spain, South Africa, Great Britain, Mexico, Uruguay, France, Australia and Brazil all represented.

The official track length at Road America is 4.048 miles, which makes it the longest on the MotoAmerica schedule. The track features 14 turns and is affectionally known as “four miles of fun.”

Three-time World Champion Freddie Spencer won the first-ever AMA Superbike race at Road America in 1980.

Twelve years ago, Larry Pegram won the Superbike race at Road America, giving Ducati its last Wisconsin win in the Superbike class. Pegram won a race-long battle with Mat Mladin to take that victory. Well, that was 2009 and this is now and Pegram is back and set to race a Pegram Racing Ducati Panigale V4 R in both Stock 1000 and HONOS Superbike.

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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.

More, from a press release issued by Westby Racing:

Superbike Points Leader Scholtz Is Raring To Put Two In The Win Column At Road America

Tulsa, OK – June 9, 2021 – Round three of the 2021 MotoAmerica AMA/FIM North American Road Racing Championship starts this Friday at Road America in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, and Westby Racing’s riders Mathew Scholtz and Jack Roach, along with the entire crew, always enjoy MotoAmerica race weekends at “America’s National Park of Speed.”

Mathew, who is the current Superbike Championship points leader, hopes to keep his podium streak alive, with two race victories being the ultimate goal, of course. Last year at Road America, in the two rounds and four races held there, he notched a runner-up finish, a DNF, a fifth-place, and a fourth-place finish at the 4.05-mile, 14-turn natural road course.

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

“I’m looking forward to the Road America round and getting back to racing again,” Mathew said. “I’m really excited, and I’ve been training hard. I have kind of a love-hate relationship with Road America. It seems like either I do really well there, or things don’t go so great, but this year, I am confident that we should definitely be challenging up front for some race wins. Our bike has picked up some horsepower compared with last year, which should help us at Road America where top speed is so important. In speaking with (crew chief) Ed (Sullivan) and (electronics specialist) Herschel (Auxier), we have a few ideas on what we need to try to improve the bike and also what I need to do to improve my riding. So, it’s all looking good…just really looking forward to Friday practice in order to try out some of these changes that we’re planning to make and see how it goes. I’m feeling confident, and I feel like we have to do something to stop Jake’s (Gagne) forward momentum. Road America is the place where I think we can take back some of the points in the championship and try to extend our lead while keeping the rest of the guys behind us.”

Superbike final qualifying is on Saturday morning at 11 a.m. CT. Superbike race one will go green on Saturday afternoon at 3:10 p.m. CT and will be broadcast live on FOX Sports 2 (FS2). Superbike race two is on Sunday afternoon also at 3:10 p.m. CT and will be broadcast live on FOX Sports 1 (FS1). Both races will be streamed on MotoAmerica Live+.

For Jack, qualifying third at VIR was encouraging. He knows that he’s got the bike and the team to achieve the results he is expecting. It’s a matter of putting everything together, getting good race starts, and using the draft to his advantage. Last year, while racing for a different team and aboard a different manufacturer’s motorcycle in his first-ever race weekend at Road America, Jack finished 11th and 7th in the two Junior Cup races. He’s determined to do even better this year now that he’s aboard the Westby Racing Yamaha YZF-R3.

Jack Roach (12). Photo by Brian J. Nelson, courtesy Westby Racing.

Jack commented, “Coming off the back of a very unlucky round in Virginia, I’m hungry to get a good result not only for me but for my team. They’ve been working hard and so have I. We just need it to come together. There’s nothing wrong with the speed of the bike, as it showed its podium potential in qualifying at VIR. I can’t wait for Friday.”

Junior Cup race one starts on Saturday at 4:10 p.m. CT, and Junior Cup race two is on Sunday at 2:10 p.m. CT. Both races will be streamed on MotoAmerica Live+, and then, broadcast via tape-delay on FOX Sports 2 (FS2) this Tuesday, June 15, beginning at 9 p.m. ET.

Meet Mathew and Jack, Get Some Autographed Posters, And More

Mathew and Jack will both be at the Westby Racing transporter in the Road America paddock during two Dunlop Paddock Autograph Signings. The first one is on Saturday from 12 to 12:30 p.m. CT, and the second one is on Sunday from 10:30 to 11 a.m. CT. They’ll have free, autographed posters and other team items to hand out, so be sure to stop by.

Check Out The Westby Racing Sponsor Showcase

NGK Spark Plugs U.S.A. and MWR Racing Air Filters will be the featured team sponsors on display in the Westby Racing paddock area, so be sure to stop by to say hello and learn about some of the companies that support the team.

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

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More, from a press release issued by Ducati North America:

Loris Baz and Kyle Wyman Look for Success at Road America

Sunnyvale, Calif., June 9, 2021 – Round three of the 2021 MotoAmerica Superbike Championship sees Ducati stars Loris Baz (Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati New York) and Kyle Wyman (Panera Bread Ducati) head to one of the most famous racing venues in the world in the beautiful but daunting Road America in Wisconsin.

After encouraging results from the previous round at VIRginia International Raceway that saw a debut MotoAmerica podium for Baz and Wyman significantly close the gap to the front runners, Ducati’s finest will be looking to take that final step to challenge the series leaders at the ultra-high speed venue that should ideally suit the strengths of the powerhouse Ducati Panigale V4 R racers.

Loris Baz (Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati New York – Ducati #76)

“I’ve been back in France with the family, recharging the batteries,” Baz said of his three week break between VIR and Road America. “It’s always nice to reconnect with home, but now we’re back in America and I can’t wait to ride this really famous track. Of the tracks I don’t know in America, this is the one I’m most looking forward to racing because every game you have on the PlayStation as a kid, you race at Road America! It’s such a famous track.

“It’s very long and I’m looking forward to Friday where I can learn it. This is a place that should really suit our V4 R really well. The guys in the team have been hard at work on the data since the last race to make the bike better for me—I can’t wait to get going.”

Kyle Wyman (Panera Bread Ducati – Ducati #33)

“We’re looking really good coming into this weekend,” Wyman said. “We got our two-day test at Pittsburgh done last week which was pivotal for us to try some big changes we normally wouldn’t try on a race weekend. We did 156 laps over the two days so I’m feeling much more confident on the bike. The crew is jiving and we’re really excited to go to our best track on the schedule in Road America and try to put the Panera Bread Ducati on the box. It should be a great weekend for us.”

Round three of the 2021 MotoAmerica Superbike Championship will be held at Road America on June 11-13, 2021.

More, from a press release issued by Travis Wyman Racing:

Travis Wyman Racing announces Klock Werks as title sponsor for this weekend’s MotoAmerica Superbikes at Road America

Popular motorcycle accessories company returns as title sponsor of BMW team for second-consecutive year

Travis Wyman (10). Photo by Brian J. Nelson.

A familiar logo will be affixed to Travis Wyman Racing’s BMW S 1000 RR at this weekend’s MotoAmerica round at Road America. Klock Werks, a South Dakota company that manufactures a variety of motorcycle parts and accessories, is the title sponsor of Wyman’s team for the June 11-13 event at the Elkhart Lake, Wis., circuit.

It’s Klock Werks second time serving as the Las Vegas-based team’s title sponsor. It’s first promotional partnership with Travis Wyman Racing took place at last year’s season-ending MotoAmerica round at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca.

“It was a big win for the team to gain Klock Werks’ support at the end of the 2020 season, and I’m delighted to be running their logo again at one of MotoAmerica’s best-attended events,” rider/team owner Travis Wyman said. “Klock Werks founder, Brian Klock, has been an enthusiastic supporter of my team, and I’m looking forward to getting his brand as much exposure as I can at Road America.”

Founded in 1997, Klock Werks rose to national prominence when it won the 2006 Discovery Channel Biker Build Off with its “World’s Fastest Bagger” entry. The company’s wide-ranging product lines include its Flare-branded windscreens, sound system accessories, handlebars, fenders and cleaning products.

Road America is a track Wyman has won at before, and the team’s BMW S 1000 RR will have a fresh engine to help Wyman power his way past his competition on the long straightaways of the 4.05-mile track. The team debuted its 2020 BMW S 1000 RR at the season-opening round at Road America in 2020.

Wyman added, “I need to give a big shout out to my mechanic, Alex Torres of Fast Line Motorcycle Performance. Alex spent three days at the team’s East Coast base of operations near Rochester, New York, getting our new engine ready to go for the Road America round. We wouldn’t be in a position to challenge for a podium or better in the Stock 1000 class without Alex’s hard work over the past few days.”

MotoAmerica: Recent Testing Boosts Kyle Wyman’s Confidence

David Swarts

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MotoAmerica: Recent Testing Boosts Kyle Wyman’s Confidence

KWR Ducati Team ready for Superbike round three in Wisconsin

TUCSON, Ariz. (Jun. 8) — The KWR/Panera Bread Ducati Team heads to Road America this weekend in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin for the third round of the 2021 MotoAmerica Superbike Championship. Kyle Wyman will compete not only in Superbike but will also contest round two of the King of the Baggers Championship, in which Wyman rides the Factory Harley-Davidson Screamin’ Eagle Road Glide.

The KWR team is coming off of a solid second round at Virginia International Raceway, where the team scored 7th and 6th place finishes albeit showing a strong pace in Superbike race two, where Wyman battled for the podium spots throughout.

Since the VIR weekend, the team was able to conduct a two-day private test at Pittsburgh International Race Complex on May 31st and June 1st. Wyman circulated Pitt-Race 156 laps over two days and the team made steady progress on the 2021-spec Ducati Panigale V4 R Superbike.

“I’m looking forward to a busy double duty weekend in Wisconsin,” Wyman said. “Road America is my favorite track on the schedule. I love the scenery, the people and the town of Elkhart Lake. Last year we put our Ducati Superbike on the podium in both races, so the expectation is high for us to fight at the front and try to even improve on those results. My goals for this weekend are to not just be in the podium battle, but to win the podium battle. I want to have a look at a race win and put myself in a position to execute that. I’m feeling great on the bike after our two days at Pittsburgh.”

With the previous year’s podium results the KWR team hopes to fight for victories in MotoAmerica Superbike. This week’s even will be a true indication of the progress the KWR team has made in the last 12 months, according to Chief Mechanic Dave Hopkinson.

“Having the time at Pittsburgh last week was invaluable to our program,” Hopkinson said. “Not only looking to the race there in weeks to come but also headed into the Road America weekend. It gave us the chance to test things ordinarily we either don’t have time, or don’t dare test during a race weekend. It’s given us a whole new understanding of the new bike and its preferred set up after turning 156 laps and trying some huge changes.”

“We are incredibly grateful to our sponsors for giving us that opportunity, one that is normally out of our reach,” Hopkinson added. “I’m looking forward to the weekend after having great results at Road America last year. It will hopefully give us the first true indication of how far the bike and the program has come in the last 12 months.”

In King of the Baggers, Wyman sits 2nd in series standings after the opening round at Road Atlanta. With only three rounds total, the second race at Road America will be the most pivotal moment of the championship, and right in the backyard of Harley-Davidson.

“I am intensely focused on winning the baggers race for Harley-Davidson this weekend,” Wyman said. “We have had three test days since our last outing at Road Atlanta, where we narrowly missed out on the race win. We have new parts and a new configuration for our motorcycle that has already proven itself to be stronger and more resilient in hot conditions during testing. I have no doubt that we will have the machine capable of winning this weekend and I look forward to piloting it again and fighting for the race win here at Road America.”

For the full weekend schedule – click here: https://motoamerica.com/wp-content/PDF/2021%20MotoAmerica%20Road%20America%20Fan%20and%20Broadcast%20Schedule%5B53%5D

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World Endurance: Teams Test Ahead Of 24 Hours Of Le Mans

David Swarts

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June 8, 2021

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World Endurance: Teams Test Ahead Of 24 Hours Of Le Mans

Private Test results June 8

More, from a press release issued by Eurosport Events:

2021 FIM EWC SEASON GETS UNDERWAY

In the first face-off of the season at Le Mans, a day of private testing saw the 47 teams expected to be on the starting grid of the 24 Heures Motos out on the track. The favourites were out in force and a few new challengers unveiled their podium ambitions.

BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team were expected to be among the front runners and the Belgian factory team did not disappoint, clocking the fastest lap of the day, a 1:36.260, in the morning. In the afternoon, armed with their new M 1000 RR, BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team, once again posted the fastest lap, a 1:36.449, ahead of YART Yamaha’s 1:36.466 lap. BMW kept the upper hand but the gap narrowed.

At the end of the private test, the factory teams finished in the following order: BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team, YART Yamaha, Yoshimura SERT Motul, Webike SRC Kawasaki France Trickstar, F.C.C. TSR Honda France and ERC Endurance-Ducati.

Tati Team Beringer Racing spring a surprise

A new independent team joined in the fray at the front end amid the factory teams. Tati Team Beringer Racing posted the 3rd-fastest time of the day with a 1:36.514 lap. The team are heading into their third season in the EWC with big ambitions, although team manager Patrick Enjolras is humble and discreet. “We’ve just worked on the new Kawasaki electronics with dedicated engineers. Now we know we have a very good machine.”

Among the privateer teams capable of giving the factory outfits a run for their money are VRD Igol Experiences, Moto Ain who are debuting in EWC after two back-to-back FIM Superstock World Cup wins, Maco Racing and 3ART Best of Bike, all four Yamaha-mounted.

New development in Superstock

BMRT 3D Maxxess Nevers (Kawasaki) took the lead in the Superstock class ahead of Team 18 Sapeurs-Pompiers CMS Motostore (Yamaha), National Motos (Honda), the new favourite in class, Wójcik Racing Team 2 (Yamaha), JMA Motos Action Bike (Suzuki), Team 33 Louit April Moto (Kawasaki) and RAC41 ChromeBurner (Honda). Italian squad No Limits Motor Team (Suzuki) who were expected to take the lead in the category were slowed down by mechanical problems.

47 teams are expected to be at the start of the 2021 24 Heures Motos at 12pm this coming Saturday. Three teams have had to withdraw because of stricter travel restrictions in the UK and France. Two British teams, British Endurance Racing Team and ADSS97, will not be able to travel to Le Mans. The French team R2CL have also withdrawn as all three riders – Danny Kent, Luke Mossey and Dan Linfoot – are British.

The first official free practice session gets underway at 11am on Thursday 10 June. Don’t miss any of the action: follow practice and the race on the website fimewc.com, on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube, via the live timing and the FIM EWC smartphone app.

Provisional Entry List June 8

More, from a press release issued by Team Suzuki Press Office:

YOSHIMURA SERT MOTUL SUZUKI ON TRACK AT LE MANS

Yoshimura SERT Motul Suzuki were on track today for a final shakedown test ahead of the opening round of the 2021 Endurance World Championship this weekend at Le Mans in France.

The four-rider team of Gregg Black, Xavier Simeon, Kazuki Watanabe and Sylvain Guintoli – Suzuki’s MotoGP test rider – fresh from duties at yesterday’s test in Spain, were in the saddle of the factory GSX-R1000R for the private test at the Bugatti Circuit.

This is the last time the team has to test new settings before the initial practice sessions begin at the circuit on Thursday ahead of the Le Mans 24 Hours gets underway on Saturday.

Damien SAULNIER – Team Manager:

“We are all really happy to start this season. It’s good to get together, hear the bike and see it ride. Our riders needed some time to get back in shape but by the end of the day everyone has found their bearings. We are in the top five with a bike fitted with racing tyres, which is very positive. We have an excellent package with the Yoshimura technicians who know this GSX-R1000R perfectly well, a SERT team specialised in Endurance, good tyres and a trio of fast riders who are discovering and progressing together. So everything looks good for us.”

British Superbike: O’Halloran Quickest At Final Pre-Season Test

David Swarts

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June 8, 2021

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British Superbike: O’Halloran Quickest At Final Pre-Season Test

SBK Comb Test Results
Superstock and Supersport Comb Test Results

More, from a press release issued by MotorSport Vision Racing:

O’Halloran steals top spot from Mackenzie in final Official Test ahead of Bennetts BSB season opener

Jason O’Halloran topped the times in the final Official Test ahead of the opening round of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship later this month. The McAMS Yamaha rider snatched the top spot on his final lap of the day to bring a thrilling end to pre-season testing in front of the returning fans at Donington Park.

O’Halloran had been at the top of the times during the early stages of the final session ahead of Honda Racing’s Glenn Irwin, but with 20 minutes remaining Christian Iddon had moved into second.

The final ten minutes of the test produced a flurry of faster laps and Danny Kent, who had been quickest in the opening session for Buildbase Suzuki, went fastest with just over eight minutes remaining.

O’Halloran then reclaimed the position just seconds later as Glenn Irwin moved back into second place, but the order didn’t remain for long as Kyle Ryde fired the Rich Energy OMG Racing BMW ahead with four minutes remaining.

It wasn’t over however, as Tarran Mackenzie leapt up the order to post the benchmark time as the session approached the final two minutes.

The McAMS Yamaha rider didn’t remain fastest though, his teammate saving his best till last. O’Halloran’s final lap of the day was enough to put him 0.184s clear by the finish.

Ryde held onto third place at the chequered flag, narrowly holding off Glenn Irwin with Kent completing the top five. The Buildbase Suzuki rider edged out defending champion Josh Brookes into sixth place as five different manufactures featured in the top six positions.

Christian Iddon was seventh fastest on the second of the VisionTrack Ducatis with Gino Rea, Lee Jackson and Peter Hickman completing the top ten.

Jason O’Halloran, McAMS Yamaha

“It is obviously nice to be able to finish pre-season testing off on top but to be honest I was even more happy with the second session when I did a race run. I did my fastest lap on the last lap and I felt really good and comfortable on the McAMS Yamaha.

“I feel that we have done a great job pre-season and the bike has improved since last year. I have a great feeling and feel that I can go fast when I want to. I know we have some things still to improve before Oulton Park but hopefully we can take what we have learnt today into the first round. I can’t wait to get racing now and try and reap the rewards of our hard work.”

More, from a press release issued by VisionTrack Ducati:

Testing Concludes For VisionTrack Ducati At Donington

The fourth and final official pre-season test took place in glorious conditions at Donington Park today where defending Bennetts British Superbike champions, VisionTrack Ducati, concluded their schedule with both Josh Brookes and Christian Iddon inside the top seven.

After successful tests at Silverstone, Snetterton and Oulton Park, as well as a couple of outings at Knockhill over the past few weeks, the Paul Bird Motorsport team continued through their workload at the Donington Park National Circuit aboard the factory supported VisionTrack Ducati Panigale V4 R.

With a limited number of spectators being allowed back trackside, the opening session in the morning saw Iddon in seventh place with a lap time of 1:06.961 whilst Brookes gradually settled into 12th with a lap of 1:07.121.

The temperature rose for the early afternoon session and Iddon, originally from Stockport but now living on Tyneside, upped his pace to end the session third fastest to record a fastest lap of 1:06.448 with Bedfordshire-based Aussie Brookes improving to sixth quickest, lapping at 1:06.603.

The third and final session was held in the late afternoon with conditions at their hottest and saw Brookes on the #1 VisionTrack Ducati end it in sixth, improving his lap time to 1:06.410, whilst Iddon couldn’t quite better his earlier time but finished up in seventh overall for the Penrith-based team.

The team now moves on to the opening round of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship which takes place over the weekend of 25/27 June at Oulton Park for the first of 11 rounds, all containing three races.

Josh Brookes: “I’m happy enough with how today went, it was good to get some more dry track time and to continue developing our overall package as well as getting more data about the tyres. Whereas the time sheets don’t reflect our hard work and performance, I’m not really taking much notice as we are only six-tenths off the riders who concentrated on putting a fast lap in and we can do our times all race long. We have had a good, solid testing schedule over the past few weeks and are now raring to get the season started at Oulton Park in a couple of weeks.”

Christian Iddon: “I was happy with our progress today as this was the last time we got to work on our settings before the opening round. We have done a lot of work this year and with it being my second year with the team, I’m able to relay the feedback better. We are better placed than we were last year and that didn’t go too badly so I’m very happy. I’m not bothered about the time sheets, and we have never chased a fast lap time all throughout testing, I’m fine as it’s all about race runs for me and that’s what we’ve been concentrating on. The re are still improvements to make, and we’ll continue to work but it’s nearly go time and I’m ready.”

John Mowatt, Team Co-Ordinator: “Throughout testing, the whole plan has been to refine the set ups to reflect race conditions so to end up where we did is great as both riders set times which they could consistently replicate lap after lap. Josh is comfortable where he’s at and today was just about making some improvements to the whole package which he did and Christian’s feedback has given his side of the garage the information they need to continue their challenge and he did nearly 100 laps today, the most of anyone. We are confident we have got good race pace which is where it matters as with 33 races this year, that’s going to be vitally important, starting at Oulton Park later this month.”
Immediately after Josh Brookes had finished the final session of the day, he handed the controls of the #1 PBM VisionTrack Ducati over to the winner of a competition run by title sponsors Bennetts who, in conjunction with Paul Bird’s team, allowed the unique money-can’t-buy prize for three laps of the Donington Park track. Further information at www.bennetts.co.uk.

Further details can be found at the new Paul Bird Motorsport website – check out www.pbmuk.net.

American Flat Track: OKC Mile To Feature Paddock Open To Fans

David Swarts

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June 8, 2021

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American Flat Track: OKC Mile To Feature Paddock Open To Fans

Progressive AFT Welcomes Fans Back into the Paddock at OKC

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (June 8, 2021) – Progressive American Flat Track announced today the long-awaited return of its open paddock sessions at all remaining races of the 2021 season. With the changes to CDC guidelines and local regulations on outdoor events, Progressive AFT will bring back its Rider Autograph session beginning with its fifth and sixth rounds at Remington Park.

It has been nearly two years since race fans and riders have intermingled at the racetrack, so the return of the fan walk at the Indian Motorcycle of Oklahoma City OKC Mile Doubleheader presented by KICKER will be a treat for fans and racers alike.

“I’m excited to interact with the fans again in OKC,” said Briar Bauman, reigning two-time Mission SuperTwins presented by S&S Cycle Champion. “We as racers get as much joy talking and catching up with fans as they do us. The small interaction we had with fans in Chicago reminded me of the reasons I became a racer in the first place and why fan support means the world.”

Next Up:

The stars of Progressive AFT will test the upper limits of speed, bravery, and excitement when the series unleashes the first Mile action of the season doubleheader style. The Indian Motorcycle of Oklahoma City OKC Mile I & II presented by KICKER at Remington Park in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, will take place on Friday, June 18, and Saturday, June 19. Tickets are available for purchase now at https://store.americanflattrack.com/ebooking/ticket/view/id/3323/#selectTickets. For those viewing from home, live coverage will be available on any device for only $1.99 a month via TrackPass on NBC Sports Gold.

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.

About Progressive American Flat Track

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

About SUPER73

Born from the desire to inspire and create adventure and community, SUPER73 is an American lifestyle adventure brand fusing motorcycle heritage and youth culture. Founded in 2016 and based in Southern California, SUPER73 has led the charge in pioneering a new approach to help redefine the electric motorbike industry. By emphasizing thoughtful design, responsible manufacturing techniques, and local community engagement, the brand continually strives to grow and expand into a true industry leader. For more information, please visit super73.com

Bagger Racing League: June 27 Event To Be Shown On Pay Per View

June 9, 2021

Tony Shreds riding a Durango Harley-Davidson Street Glide built by The Speed Merchant. Photo by Justin George, courtesy BRL.