World Superbike: American Garrett Gerloff Looking Forward To Jerez Test

John Ulrich

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November 25, 2024

World Superbike: American Garrett Gerloff Looking Forward To Jerez Test

Garrett Gerloff (Kawasaki Puccetti Racing) will soon return to the Circuito de Jerez – Angel Nieto for his second test on the official Ninja ZX-10RR he will compete with in the 2025 FIM Superbike World Championship.

Recent signing Gerloff and his newly-official Kawasaki Puccetti Racing team will take part in a two day test at Jerez, between 26-27 November.

Gerloff is hoping to continue the good work he and his team put in during their first test together, when he settled into the groove in confident fashion. He was fourth fastest rider of all in the October test at Jerez, having set a 1’39.229 lap time on the second day.

Lap times will not be the primary focus of the November test as this is the last on-track riding opportunity Garrett will have on the ZX-10RR before the start of the long winter break.

American Garrett Gerloff on his 2025 racebike in Jerez. Photo by Michael Gougis.

Garrett Gerloff, stated: “I am really happy to be coming back to Jerez for another test on the Ninja ZX-10RR. The last test that I did I felt very good on the bike immediately. I also felt that the pace wasn’t so bad, even though it was my first time on the bike. I am excited to see what is possible at this test and I know that I will find some more items and things that will help us find a really good way before the Christmas break. I am looking forward to getting to Jerez and seeing the whole team again.”

Manuel Puccetti, Team Principal, stated: “These two days of testing in Jerez are the natural continuation of those we carried out at the end of October, also at the Andalusian track. The next tests will be important because they will allow Garrett to adapt even better to our 2025 Ninja ZX-10RR and provide an opportunity for our technicians to start working on its performance potential. The bike will have the 2025 livery, as will the rider’s clothing. We have identified some areas of the bike set-up on which we want to work on and we are eager to get back on track to prepare for next season.”

American Riders Heading To Jerez For FIM Intercontinental Games

John Ulrich

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November 25, 2024

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American Riders Heading To Jerez For FIM Intercontinental Games

Riders from countries around the world are heading to Spain for the 2024 City of Jerez FIM Intercontinental Games, which will see teams of riders on YZF-R3 and FZ7 Yamahas race for an international title. All 48 participating riders are required to wear spec Airoh helmets and Spidi leathers, boots, and gloves.

In a surprising development, FIM North America team rider Rocco Landers declined to attend at the last moment, and was replaced by Andrew Lee.

Americans participating include Avery Dreher, Mikayla Moore, Max Toth, and Matthew Chapin riding R3 Yamahas in SSP 300. Americans riding R7 Yamaha in SSP include Hayden Schultz, Mallory Dobbs, Blake Davis, and Andrew Lee. Former racer Michael Martin is the FIM North America Team Manager.

Chapin, Davis, Dreher, Lee, and Moore are all current or recent MotoAmerica Champions.

Reached by phone, Rocco Landers said he was injured while training and shouldn’t ride this week.

Schedule for FIM Intercontinental Games.

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Matthew Chapin won the 2024 MotoAmerica Junior Cup Championship. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.

Mikayla Moore is the two-time Royal Enfield Build. Train. Race. Champion. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.

Avery Dreher (1) won Saturday's Junior Cup race at NJMP. Dreher's sister Ella (22) finished fourth. Photo by Brian J. Nelson. — Avery Dreher (1) won Saturday’s Junior Cup race at NJMP. Dreher’s sister Ella (22) finished fourth. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.

Blake Davis (1). Photo by Brian J. Nelson. — Two-time MotoAmerica Twins Cup Champion Blake Davis (1) is one of eight American racers selected to participate in the inaugural FIM Intercontinental Games. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.

SRX Named Dunlop Eastern Race Tire Distributor

John Ulrich

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November 25, 2024

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SRX Named Dunlop Eastern Race Tire Distributor

Rancho Cucamonga, CA: Dunlop Motorcycle Tires is proud to announce SRX Racing Tires as their new Eastern Road Race and Flat Track Tire Distributor starting November 25, 2024.

Doing business east of the Mississippi, SRX will be the official Dunlop road race tire distributor supplying the record-breaking Sportmax Slick and Rain tires to club racers and track-day enthusiasts. SRX will also be supplying Dunlop’s popular DT4 flat track tires to amateur flat track racers and riders. To get in touch with SRX go to dunlopracing.com, email [email protected] or [email protected], or call (864) 266-3232.

“We are very excited to have SRX Racing Tires accept our offer to become our new Eastern Road Race and Flat Track tire distributor,” said Chad Geer, Director of Product, Marketing, and Motorsports for Dunlop Motorcycle Tires. “Sam and Rhonda (Hannon) are great people who have been with Dunlop at various levels and capacities over the years, so we are confident they have the knowledge, work ethic and commitment to build strong relationships with racers, race organizations, and track-day enthusiasts to promote the Dunlop brand and its superiority.”

“I have been in the motorcycle industry for over 30 years and during that time, I have always been with Dunlop. I started out with Dunlop when I was racing, sold Dunlop tires while I was one of their track-side vendors, and over the last few years I have been running the Dunlop tire service at MotoAmerica events. To now take on the role as Dunlop’s Eastern Race Tire Distributor, I am honored to have this opportunity and very proud and comfortable to promote a product and company I believe in,” stated Sam Hannon, Owner of SRX Racing Tires.

To inquire and purchase Dunlop Road Race and Flat Track tires, please visit www.dunlopracing.com.

SRX Racing Tires’ Sam Hannon (left) poses with racer Wristen Grigg (272) and his father, former racer Steve Grigg. Dunlop photo.

Additionally, Dunlop is accepting applications for trackside vendors in various regions across the country. If interested, please email Racers Edge Performance (Western region) at [email protected] and SRX Racing Tires (Eastern region) at [email protected].

About Dunlop Motorcycle Tires

Dunlop is the largest supplier of original equipment and replacement motorcycle tires in North America. For more information, visit www.DunlopMotorcycleTires.com. Follow @ridedunlop on Instagram, Facebook, and X for the latest Dunlop news. Use #RideDunlop and/or #RaceDunlop to share your Dunlop moments.

MotoAmerica: Racer/Chassis Tuner Kyle Ohnsorg Tests Talent Cup Racebike

John Ulrich

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November 24, 2024

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MotoAmerica: Racer/Chassis Tuner Kyle Ohnsorg Tests Talent Cup Racebike

Talent Cup: Kyle Ohnsorg Tests The Krämer APX-350 MA

By Sean Bice

Ever since the Krämer APX-350 MA was introduced this past June as the spec motorcycle for the 2025 MotoAmerica Talent Cup Championship, the biggest question has been, “What’s it like to ride it?” We got a hint in September during our round at Circuit of The Americas when Krämer Motorcycles USA test rider/engineer Finn Chapman did a few demonstration laps and participated in a Q&A session.
But, when accomplished motorcycle road racer and engineer Kyle Ohnsorg was asked to test the bike last month at Talladega Gran Prix Raceway (a.k.a. “Little Talladega”), the 10-turn, 1.33-mile road course located near Munford, Alabama, we followed up with Ohnsorg and asked him to give us his first-person evaluation of the bike. After all, Ohnsorg has ridden and raced a whole slew of motorcycles, from Junior Cup bikes, to Supersport machines, to a Roland Sands/Indian Challenger racebike on which he finished third in Mission King Of The Baggers race two at COTA in 2023. Also, he owns and operates Adrenaline Engineering, which specializes in motorcycle suspension and chassis tuning.

Kyle Ohnsorg tested the Krämer APX-350 MA during four straight days at Talladega Gran Prix Raceway, but because final graphics were not in place, no photos were made available of him riding the bike. Dorna accepted the MotoAmerica Talent Cup into its Road to MotoGP™ program primarily because the APX-350 MA was selected as the spec racebike for the series. Photo courtesy of Krämer Motorcycles USA.

Here is Ohnsorg’s full report, in his own words:

“Last month I received a call from Krämer USA asking if I wanted to assist in testing and developing the new Krämer APX-350 MA. Since I have had great experiences testing with Krämer in the past on their other impressive platforms (690 and 890), I jumped at the opportunity to get some seat time on the new bike. Krämer rented Talladega Gran Prix Raceway for four days of dedicated test-riding with a well-organized plan that covered changes to nearly every aspect of the motorcycle.

“Being six-feet tall and weighing 155 pounds, I had concerns that I would feel cramped on the bike but I found it to be much more comfortable than many of the other Junior Cup-sized bikes I have ridden and raced in the past. From lap one on the bike, I was blown away at the level of all-around performance and was smiling in my helmet the entire time. The APX-350 MA was light to transition and easy to turn in but did not feel nervous or twitchy. The power was impressively smooth and very predictable. I was impressed by how well the auto-blip and quick shifter worked throughout the track. Even at full lean angle in a decreasing-radius corner, I was able to downshift, and the bike remained planted and smooth. Unlike on other smaller-displacement bikes with softer frames/forks/swingarms, I could feel exactly where the tires were on track and could tell if I was sliding the rear or front at any time. The overall feel of the chassis made it easy to manage a slide with throttle, brake, lean angle, etc. Since we know that not all U.S. tracks are as smooth as MotoGP race courses, we made it part of our testing plan to hit the various bumps at “Little Tally” with various speeds and lean angles. This allowed us to tune both the suspension movement and the flex of the chassis to ensure we had a setup that offered plenty of feel, but also had enough compliance to handle bigger bumps. The bike offers full adjustability (rake, offset, ride height, suspension, ECU, etc.) that allowed us to try many different settings to further understand the capabilities and characteristics of the bike.

“At the conclusion of the four-day test, we ended up with a bike that I felt I could do anything with on track and would feel confident racing. I’m excited to see how the bike continues to progress and even more excited to see how the new 2025 MotoAmerica Talent Cup unfolds knowing how good the Krämer APX-350 MA is right out of the box.“

Ohnsorg’s work with the Krämer APX-350 MA will continue. He is set to test the bike again at COTA, which will enable him to help fine-tune the set-up even more and provide a solid baseline for the teams and riders to use in round one of next year’s inaugural Talent Cup Championship, also at COTA on March 28 to 30 during the Red Bull Grand Prix of The Americas MotoGP weekend.

RW Original Video: APX-350MA MotoAmerica Talent Cup Racebike

(For more, see MotoAmerica.com)

REV’IT! Posts Contingency for 2025 MotoAmerica Talent Cup

John Ulrich

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November 24, 2024

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REV’IT! Posts Contingency for 2025 MotoAmerica Talent Cup

REV’IT! Sport USA Announces Contingency Program for 2025 MotoAmerica Talent Cup

REV’IT! Sport USA Supports the Future of Racing with Tailored Suits and Cash Rewards

REV’IT! Sport USA, is excited to announce its dedicated Contingency Program for racers in the 2025 MotoAmerica Talent Cup series. This initiative is aimed at providing a unique opportunity for competitors to access cutting-edge, fully custom-made REV’IT! TAILORTECH racing suits designed for optimal protection and comfort. The program is also set to elevate the next generation of riders, offering them the chance to become future REV’IT! sponsored athletes and ambassadors.

A mock-up of a 2025 REV’IT! TAILORTECH MotoAmerica Talent Cup racing suit.

Why REV’IT! Sport USA is Investing in the Future of Racing

As part of its investment in the MotoAmerica Talent Cup, REV’IT! Sport USA will offer racers the opportunity to compete in a custom-tailored racing suit featuring the latest in protective technology. Tailor fit to each rider, these suits are crafted using high quality materials and the same expert craftsmanship that has earned REV’IT! TAILORTECH recognition in MotoGP, World Superbike, and MotoAmerica.

This program not only ensures the best safety and comfort for riders, but it also gives them an avenue to join the prestigious group of REV’IT! sponsored athletes in the future. REV’IT! Sport USA will have a presence at each round of the 2025 MotoAmerica Talent Cup season, with dedicated support available at the REV’IT! hub under the Krämer Motorcycles tent in the paddock.

How the Contingency Program Works

The REV’IT! Sport USA Contingency Program is available to any racer competing in the 2025 MotoAmerica Talent Cup Series who wears a REV’IT! TAILORTECH suit. The program will offer the following purse for each of the 14 races of the series:

• 1st Place: $300

• 2nd Place: $150

• 3rd Place: $100

Additionally, a $1,000 cash prize will be awarded to the series winner, provided they wear a REV’IT! TAILORTECH suit during every round of the 2025 series.

Exclusive Offer for Talent Cup Riders

REV’IT! is committed to making world-class protection accessible to all riders, regardless of age or experience level. As such, a custom REV’IT! TAILORTECH racing suit will be available for only $1,299, offering incredible value for riders looking to enhance their performance and safety. Bespoke measurement sessions will be organized to ensure each racer receives a perfectly fitted suit.
This program offers purpose designed suits for the 2025 MotoAmerica Talent Cup racers and will not be available for purchase anywhere else. The exclusive Talent Cup suits feature a unique black and color-of-choice combination, complemented by white Krämer Motorcycles logos. Further customization, such as sponsor logos and name patch, can be requested by each individual rider. As a reminder, the full range of custom REV’IT! TAILORTECH suits remain available to every racer at every level through our usual channels. Designed in Italy by the same atelier that handmakes the leathers for our MotoGP and WSBK sponsored athletes, each suit is a testament to REV’IT!’s commitment to quality and innovation in motorsports.

About REV’IT! Sport USA

REV’IT! is a global leader in high-performance motorcycle apparel, renowned for its advanced protection technology, innovative designs, and commitment to rider safety. Partnering with premier racing series worldwide, REV’IT! continues to push the boundaries of performance and protection in motorsports.

MotoGP: Acosta Tops Crashes In 2024

Michael Gougis

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November 23, 2024

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“This is normal,” Pedro Acosta said in his post-Barcelona MotoGP test media briefing, when asked why all three rookies to the class in 2025 had crashed before noon on their first day of riding a MotoGP machine. “They have to learn the tires.”

Acosta would know personally the difficulty of making the change from a Moto2 machine to a MotoGP racebike. The only rookie in the field of 2024, Acosta led the annual falls report for the MotoGP class, hitting the ground 28 times, and said he struggled to adapt from the control Moto2 Dunlop tires to the Michelins used in MotoGP.

Marc Marquez was second with 24, the eight-time World Champion often on the ground as he adapted from riding the Honda RC213V – the only MotoGP machine he had ridden in his entire career – to a 2023-spec Ducati Desmosedici. Marquez crashed the Ducati fewer times than he crashed on the Honda in 2023. Even though he missed three race weekends in 2023, he still crashed the RC213V 29 times.

The 2023 Ducati proved to be tricky on the 2024-spec Michelin tires, with all of its riders near the top of the chart or suffering injuries due to crashes. Marquez’ brother Alex on the other Gresini Racing GP23 ended the season third on crashes with 21, Marco Bezzecchi on the Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing GP23 crashed 18 times, and his teammate Fabio Di Giannantonio missed several races due to crash-related injuries.

Of the full-time riders, Honda’s Luca Marini crashed the fewest times, logging only four falls in 2014.

Zonta van der Goorbergh led the Moto2 class crashers with 18. David Almansa and Filippo Farioli crashed 18 times each to top the Moto3 crash chart.

Riders crashed most frequently at the Circuito de Jerez – Angel Nieto, with 74 falls logged over the weekend.

The total number of crashes fell from 1009 to 865, the lowest number of crashes since the pandemic-shortened season 0f 2020.

Edited Falls Report

R.I.P.: Florida Racer Kyle Weatherford

John Ulrich

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November 23, 2024

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Services were held in Davie, Florida on November 22nd for Hollywood, Florida road racer Kyle Weatherford, who was fatally injured in a car accident on November 16th.

Weatherford was an avid road racer licensed by several racing organizations operating in the Southeast, and received a MotoAmerica Stock 1000-class license this year.

Kyle Weatherford in the winner’s circle during an ASRA event at Daytona. Photo courtesy C.J. Cohen.

Kyle Weatherford also raced with PanAmerican Superbike at Homestead-Miami Speedway. Photo courtesy C.J. Cohen.

Weatherford is survived by his father Bruce Weatherford, Jr.; his mother, LeanAnn Cheung O’Donnell; his young son Joshua Weatherford; his brother Bruce A. Weatherford; and sisters Dollie Rocha, Tammy Fierce, and Helen Carbajal.

May he rest in peace.

Highlights of Kyle Weatherford’s Racing Resume

-FMRRA 2021 SuperStock 1000 Grande Corsa Amateur Champion

-AMA ROAD RACE GRAND CHAMPIONSHIP 2021 Amateur Road Racer of The Year

-AMA 2021 NATIONAL CHAMPION ROAD RACE SUPERSPORT 1000 AMATEUR

-AMA 2021 NATIONAL CHAMPION ROAD RACE SUPERBIKE 1000 AMATEUR

-CCS UNLIMITED SUPERSPORT AMATEUR 2021 NATIONAL CHAMPION

-CCS UNLIMITED SUPERBIKE AMATEUR 2021 NATIONAL CHAMPION

-CCS GTO AMATEUR 2021 NATIONAL CHAMPION

-AMA 2023 NATIONAL CHAMPION ROAD RACE GRAND CHAMPION 1000cc SUPERSPORT

-AMA ROAD RACE GRAND CHAMPIONSHIP 2023 EXPERT Road Racer of the Year

-PANAMERICAN SUPERBIKE 2023 CHAMPION SUNOCO SUPERBIKE 1000 GRAND CORSA EXPERT

-PANAMERICAN SUPERBIKE 2023 CHAMPION SUNOCO SUPERBIKE 1000 OVERALL EXPERT

-PANAMERICAN SUPERBIKE 2023 CHAMPION SUPERSTOCK 1000 SPRINT EXPERT

-PANAMERICAN SUPERBIKE 2023 CHAMPION SUPERSTOCK 1000 GRANDCORSA EXPERT

-PANAMERICAN SUPERBIKE 2023 CHAMPION SUPERSTOCK 1000 OVERALL EXPERT

– Accepted into Motoamerica Stock 1000, 2024

Precision Track Days Releases 2025 Schedule

David Swarts

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November 23, 2024

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Precision Track Days Releases 2025 Schedule

Precision Track Days Unveils Thrilling 2025 Schedule Featuring New Tracks and Extended Weekends!

Acworth, GA – Precision Track Days, the Southeast’s premier and safest motorcycle track day provider, is excited to announce a sneak peek of its highly-anticipated 2025 schedule! Packed with new tracks, extended weekends, and the return of rider-favorite locations, the 2025 season promises to be our most exhilarating yet.

This partial schedule reveals several new additions to the Precision lineup, along with extended 3-day weekends designed to make our track days more accessible for riders across the region. Whether you’re seeking new challenges or returning to your favorite circuits, 2025 has something for every rider in our community.

2025 Schedule Highlights:

New and renowned tracks such as JenningsGP, Carolina Motorsports Park, Virginia International Raceway (North & South), PittRace, Atlanta Motorsports Park, and Roebling Road Raceway
Carefully selected venues offering diverse riding experiences for all skill levels.
Expanded 3-day weekend events to accommodate more riders and extend the fun.

2025 Schedule Calendar (Partial):

Jan 4th-6th: JenningsGP
Feb 22nd-24th: Carolina Motorsports Park
Mar 6th-10th: Virginia International Raceway (North)
Apr 18th-19th: Ken Hill School – PittRace (Full Course) + Normal Track Day
Apr 28th: Virginia International Raceway (South)
May 10th-11th: Carolina Motorsports Park
May 26th (Tentative): Virginia International Raceway (North)
Jun 6th: Virginia International Raceway (North)
Jul 19th-21st: Carolina Motorsports Park
Aug 8th-10th: Virginia International Raceway (North & South)
Aug 16th-18th: Atlanta Motorsports Park
Sept 28th-29th: Roebling Road Raceway
Nov 8th-10th: Atlanta Motorsports Park
Nov 15th-16th: Roebling Road Raceway
Nov 29th-Dec 1st: JenningsGP

What Makes Precision Track Days Special?

Arrive and Ride: Our partnership with Lean Machines and Track Bike Rentals offers a seamless “arrive and ride” experience, with meticulously prepared track-ready motorcycles.
Skill-Level Grouping: Two intermediate groups ensure riders are paired with those closest to their skill level, maintaining a safe and exciting experience.
Professional Instruction: Receive personalized, 1-on-1 guidance from accomplished racers who can teach at any level.
Relaxed Novice Program: A fun, step-by-step program designed to ease nerves and get you confidently on track.
Catered Meals: Enjoy free catered meals at select events to keep you fueled and focused.

Commitment to Quality and Safety

At Precision Track Days, safety and fun go hand in hand. Our dedication to providing a high-quality, safe, and supportive track day experience remains our top priority for 2025. With professional instruction from industry-leading riders and comprehensive safety protocols, Precision Track Days is the perfect environment for riders of all skill levels to grow and enjoy their passion.

Stay Tuned for More!

This is just the beginning! More dates and locations will be announced soon. Stay connected with us via our website and social media for the latest updates and registration details.

About Precision Track Days

Founded in 2023, Precision Track Days has quickly established itself as the premier motorcycle track day experience in the Southeast. Focused on rider development, safety, and an unmatched level of quality, we’re proud to offer the best possible track day experience for motorsport enthusiasts across the country.

For more information, visit our website or call us at 770-313-6797. Spots for the 2025 season are filling fast, so don’t wait—get ready to rev up with Precision!

Friends of Laguna Seca and A&D Narigi Consulting End Management Agreement

John Ulrich

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November 22, 2024

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Friends of Laguna Seca and A&D Narigi Consulting End Management Agreement

Friends of Laguna Seca and A&D Narigi Consulting, LLC announce termination of Management Agreement

Friends of Laguna Seca and A&D Narigi Consulting, LLC today jointly announced that the Management Agreement between the parties will terminate on December 31, 2024.

“Since 2020, A&D Narigi, LLC has done a great service to Monterey County and Laguna Seca Recreation Area, including WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, in returning the operations of the facility to profitability and in the many improvements made to the park during the past few years, including the new racing surface and Mission Foods Bridge,” stated Ross Merrill, president of the Friends of Laguna Seca. “Friends will take over management of Laguna Seca while retaining all existing employees. We are looking forward to a bright future for Laguna Seca under our new operating structure.”

“I have put a lot of time and effort into Laguna Seca Recreation Area and WeatherTech Raceway, and I am extremely proud of my teams’ efforts, which have yielded impressive results, as well as my personal and professional commitment to its future these past five years”, stated John Narigi, president of A&D Narigi Consulting, LLC.

A&D Narigi, LLC decided that the termination of the Management Agreement is the best step forward for Laguna Seca and for Friends to execute its long-term vision for the facility.

AMA Pro Racing Issues 2025 Progressive American Flat Track Schedule

John Ulrich

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November 22, 2024

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AMA Pro Racing Issues 2025 Progressive American Flat Track Schedule

AMA Pro Racing Announces Provisional 2025 Progressive American Flat Track Schedule

AMA Pro Racing has announced a 16-round schedule for the 2025 Progressive American Flat Track season, promising an exciting new era with a fresh, all-production ruleset and the #1 plate up for grabs following Jared Mees’ retirement.

That battle for supremacy will open with five consecutive bar-banging Short Tracks, starting with the series’ traditional Daytona Beach double opener during the 84th annual Daytona Bike Week. The schedule then transitions to a run through the Midwest, including a doubleheader in Lima, Ohio, and a high-speed showdown at the “Magic Mile” in DuQuoin, Illinois.

The Sturgis TT will serve as a highlight of the schedule again in ‘25, and this time around it will be joined by an all-new doubleheader – the Jackpine Gypsies Short Track I & II – which will also take place in Sturgis during the 85th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, just days ahead of Sunday’s TT.

The season’s stretch run will feature its two most iconic events – the world-famous 78th Peoria TT and a doubleheader at the legendary Springfield Mile – before returning to Lake Ozark Speedway for a season finale set during the 19th Annual Lake of the Ozarks Bikefest.

The AFT AdventureTrackers™ will return with an expanded schedule in ’25. Building on the class’ highly successful 2024 debut, it will be featured at all three Sturgis events, along with the Peoria TT.

The upcoming season will feature further innovation via the introduction of the Triple Challenge format that will be utilized at the Lima Half-Mile I, Jackpine Gypsies Short Track I and Springfield Mile I, in which the overall winner and final points payout will be determined by three races of increasing distance and importance.

Adding to the excitement along the way will be the inclusion of Royal Enfield’s Build. Train. Race. program at select events.

Tickets for the DAYTONA Short Track I & II are already on sale, while the remainder of the season’s slate will be made available for purchase in the weeks ahead.

The provisional 2025 Progressive American Flat Track schedule follows:

March 6, 2025, DAYTONA Short Track I, Daytona Int. Spdwy., Daytona Beach, FL
March 7, 2025 – DAYTONA Short Track II, Daytona Int. Spdwy., Daytona Beach, FL
March 29, 2025 – Senoia Short Track, Senoia Raceway, Senoia, GA
April 26, 2025 – Ventura Short Track, Ventura Raceway, Ventura, CA
May 3, 2025 – Silver Dollar Short Track, Silver Dollar Speedway, Chico, CA
June 7, 2025 – TBA
June 27, 2025 – Lima Half-Mile I, Allen County Fairgrounds, Lima, OH
June 28, 2025 – Lima Half-Mile II, Allen County Fairgrounds, Lima, OH
July 5, 2025 – DuQuoin Mile, DuQuoin State Fairgrounds, DuQuoin, IL
August 4, 2025 – Jackpine Gypsies Short Track I, Sturgis, SD
August 5, 2025 – Jackpine Gypsies Short Track II, Sturgis, SD
August 10, 2025 – Sturgis TT, Streets of Downtown Sturgis, SD
August 16, 2025 – Peoria TT, Peoria Motorcycle Club, Peoria, IL
August 30, 2025 – Springfield Mile I, Illinois State Fairgrounds, Springfield, IL
August 31, 2025 – Springfield Mile II, Illinois State Fairgrounds, Springfield, IL
September 13, 2025 – Lake Ozark Short Track, Lake Ozark Speedway, Eldon, MO

For more information on Progressive AFT visit https://www.americanflattrack.com.

More, from another AFT press release:

Progressive AFT Achieves Record-Breaking 2024 Season with Over 3.6 Million Viewers and Growth Across Platforms

Progressive American Flat Track, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, is thrilled to confirm another season of record-breaking viewership across platforms. The season tallied up total viewership of greater than 3.6 million across broadcast, livestream, and social media – an increase of over 41% on a per race basis – while earning its highest single-race ratings for the series to date on FS1.

The 2024 season saw continued impressive performance in the series’ multi-year partnership with FOX Sports, with Progressive AFT featured on a combined 100 linear television hours for race broadcasts on FOX, FS1, and FS2, while attracting over 430,000 viewers for a single race broadcast.

Meanwhile, the all-new partnership with FloSports proved a resounding success. The first year of the agreement saw the series’ Digital/OTT presence elevated to the next level, and the fans responded by logging on and tuning in. Livestreaming viewership was up over 37% following the switch while helping to attract a new generation of fans, with 54% of all digital viewers between 18 and 49 years old.

“We’re thrilled by the incredible fan growth and record-breaking viewership this season,” said Gene Crouch, CEO of Progressive American Flat Track. “With a breakout year in our FloSports partnership and another record-breaking year with FOX Sports, the energy from fans, riders, and partners has been outstanding, and we can’t wait to continue this momentum into 2025.

The overall ratings success puts Progressive AFT in a position of strength as it prepares for what promises to be a fascinating 2025 season in which the world’s greatest motorcycle dirt trackers will clash for Mees’ vacated throne. Stay tuned for an announcement of the ‘25 series slate in the near future.

Viewership Totals for the 2024 Progressive AFT season:

Total Viewership: 3,654,468 (a 20% increase in viewership over 2023)

Average Viewership: 228,404 viewers per event (a 39% increase over 2023)

Digital/OTT Viewership: 1,601,468 (a 139% increase over 2023)

For more information on Progressive AFT visit https://www.americanflattrack.com.

World Superbike: American Garrett Gerloff Looking Forward To Jerez Test

November 25, 2024

Gerloff - EICMA post - DSC_0163 — Garrett Gerloff (31) in his initial outing on the Puccetti Kawasaki ZX-10RR at Jerez. Photo by Michael Gougis.

Garrett Gerloff (Kawasaki Puccetti Racing) will soon return to the Circuito de Jerez – Angel Nieto for his second test on the official Ninja ZX-10RR he will compete with in the 2025 FIM Superbike World Championship.

Recent signing Gerloff and his newly-official Kawasaki Puccetti Racing team will take part in a two day test at Jerez, between 26-27 November.

Gerloff is hoping to continue the good work he and his team put in during their first test together, when he settled into the groove in confident fashion. He was fourth fastest rider of all in the October test at Jerez, having set a 1’39.229 lap time on the second day.

Lap times will not be the primary focus of the November test as this is the last on-track riding opportunity Garrett will have on the ZX-10RR before the start of the long winter break.

Garrett Gerloff, stated: “I am really happy to be coming back to Jerez for another test on the Ninja ZX-10RR. The last test that I did I felt very good on the bike immediately. I also felt that the pace wasn’t so bad, even though it was my first time on the bike. I am excited to see what is possible at this test and I know that I will find some more items and things that will help us find a really good way before the Christmas break. I am looking forward to getting to Jerez and seeing the whole team again.”

Manuel Puccetti, Team Principal, stated: “These two days of testing in Jerez are the natural continuation of those we carried out at the end of October, also at the Andalusian track. The next tests will be important because they will allow Garrett to adapt even better to our 2025 Ninja ZX-10RR and provide an opportunity for our technicians to start working on its performance potential. The bike will have the 2025 livery, as will the rider’s clothing. We have identified some areas of the bike set-up on which we want to work on and we are eager to get back on track to prepare for next season.”

American Riders Heading To Jerez For FIM Intercontinental Games

November 25, 2024

Andrew Lee (14X). Photo by @Fatal_Visualz, courtesy Motorsport Exotica. — Andrew Lee (14X) is a last-minute addition to the FIM North America team, replacing injured Rocco Landers. Photo by @Fatal_Visualz_ , courtesy Motorsport Exotica.

Riders from countries around the world are heading to Spain for the 2024 City of Jerez FIM Intercontinental Games, which will see teams of riders on YZF-R3 and FZ7 Yamahas race for an international title. All 48 participating riders are required to wear spec Airoh helmets and Spidi leathers, boots, and gloves.

In a surprising development, FIM North America team rider Rocco Landers declined to attend at the last moment, and was replaced by Andrew Lee.

Americans participating include Avery Dreher, Mikayla Moore, Max Toth, and Matthew Chapin riding R3 Yamahas in SSP 300. Americans riding R7 Yamaha in SSP include Hayden Schultz, Mallory Dobbs, Blake Davis, and Andrew Lee. Former racer Michael Martin is the FIM North America Team Manager.

Chapin, Davis, Dreher, Lee, and Moore are all current or recent MotoAmerica Champions.

Reached by phone, Rocco Landers said he was injured while training and shouldn’t ride this week.

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SRX Named Dunlop Eastern Race Tire Distributor

November 25, 2024

Dunlop Sportmax Slick motorcycle road racing tires. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.

Rancho Cucamonga, CA: Dunlop Motorcycle Tires is proud to announce SRX Racing Tires as their new Eastern Road Race and Flat Track Tire Distributor starting November 25, 2024.

Doing business east of the Mississippi, SRX will be the official Dunlop road race tire distributor supplying the record-breaking Sportmax Slick and Rain tires to club racers and track-day enthusiasts. SRX will also be supplying Dunlop’s popular DT4 flat track tires to amateur flat track racers and riders. To get in touch with SRX go to dunlopracing.com, email [email protected] or [email protected], or call (864) 266-3232.

“We are very excited to have SRX Racing Tires accept our offer to become our new Eastern Road Race and Flat Track tire distributor,” said Chad Geer, Director of Product, Marketing, and Motorsports for Dunlop Motorcycle Tires. “Sam and Rhonda (Hannon) are great people who have been with Dunlop at various levels and capacities over the years, so we are confident they have the knowledge, work ethic and commitment to build strong relationships with racers, race organizations, and track-day enthusiasts to promote the Dunlop brand and its superiority.”

“I have been in the motorcycle industry for over 30 years and during that time, I have always been with Dunlop. I started out with Dunlop when I was racing, sold Dunlop tires while I was one of their track-side vendors, and over the last few years I have been running the Dunlop tire service at MotoAmerica events. To now take on the role as Dunlop’s Eastern Race Tire Distributor, I am honored to have this opportunity and very proud and comfortable to promote a product and company I believe in,” stated Sam Hannon, Owner of SRX Racing Tires.

To inquire and purchase Dunlop Road Race and Flat Track tires, please visit www.dunlopracing.com.

Additionally, Dunlop is accepting applications for trackside vendors in various regions across the country. If interested, please email Racers Edge Performance (Western region) at [email protected] and SRX Racing Tires (Eastern region) at [email protected].

About Dunlop Motorcycle Tires

Dunlop is the largest supplier of original equipment and replacement motorcycle tires in North America. For more information, visit www.DunlopMotorcycleTires.com. Follow @ridedunlop on Instagram, Facebook, and X for the latest Dunlop news. Use #RideDunlop and/or #RaceDunlop to share your Dunlop moments.

MotoAmerica: Racer/Chassis Tuner Kyle Ohnsorg Tests Talent Cup Racebike

November 24, 2024

1224 Kramer-APX-350-MA-prototype-COTA-1-1536x1024 — The MotoAmerica Talent Cup Krämer APX 350 MA. Photo courtesy of Krämer Motorcycles USA.

Talent Cup: Kyle Ohnsorg Tests The Krämer APX-350 MA

By Sean Bice

Ever since the Krämer APX-350 MA was introduced this past June as the spec motorcycle for the 2025 MotoAmerica Talent Cup Championship, the biggest question has been, “What’s it like to ride it?” We got a hint in September during our round at Circuit of The Americas when Krämer Motorcycles USA test rider/engineer Finn Chapman did a few demonstration laps and participated in a Q&A session.
But, when accomplished motorcycle road racer and engineer Kyle Ohnsorg was asked to test the bike last month at Talladega Gran Prix Raceway (a.k.a. “Little Talladega”), the 10-turn, 1.33-mile road course located near Munford, Alabama, we followed up with Ohnsorg and asked him to give us his first-person evaluation of the bike. After all, Ohnsorg has ridden and raced a whole slew of motorcycles, from Junior Cup bikes, to Supersport machines, to a Roland Sands/Indian Challenger racebike on which he finished third in Mission King Of The Baggers race two at COTA in 2023. Also, he owns and operates Adrenaline Engineering, which specializes in motorcycle suspension and chassis tuning.

Here is Ohnsorg’s full report, in his own words:

“Last month I received a call from Krämer USA asking if I wanted to assist in testing and developing the new Krämer APX-350 MA. Since I have had great experiences testing with Krämer in the past on their other impressive platforms (690 and 890), I jumped at the opportunity to get some seat time on the new bike. Krämer rented Talladega Gran Prix Raceway for four days of dedicated test-riding with a well-organized plan that covered changes to nearly every aspect of the motorcycle.

“Being six-feet tall and weighing 155 pounds, I had concerns that I would feel cramped on the bike but I found it to be much more comfortable than many of the other Junior Cup-sized bikes I have ridden and raced in the past. From lap one on the bike, I was blown away at the level of all-around performance and was smiling in my helmet the entire time. The APX-350 MA was light to transition and easy to turn in but did not feel nervous or twitchy. The power was impressively smooth and very predictable. I was impressed by how well the auto-blip and quick shifter worked throughout the track. Even at full lean angle in a decreasing-radius corner, I was able to downshift, and the bike remained planted and smooth. Unlike on other smaller-displacement bikes with softer frames/forks/swingarms, I could feel exactly where the tires were on track and could tell if I was sliding the rear or front at any time. The overall feel of the chassis made it easy to manage a slide with throttle, brake, lean angle, etc. Since we know that not all U.S. tracks are as smooth as MotoGP race courses, we made it part of our testing plan to hit the various bumps at “Little Tally” with various speeds and lean angles. This allowed us to tune both the suspension movement and the flex of the chassis to ensure we had a setup that offered plenty of feel, but also had enough compliance to handle bigger bumps. The bike offers full adjustability (rake, offset, ride height, suspension, ECU, etc.) that allowed us to try many different settings to further understand the capabilities and characteristics of the bike.

“At the conclusion of the four-day test, we ended up with a bike that I felt I could do anything with on track and would feel confident racing. I’m excited to see how the bike continues to progress and even more excited to see how the new 2025 MotoAmerica Talent Cup unfolds knowing how good the Krämer APX-350 MA is right out of the box.“

Ohnsorg’s work with the Krämer APX-350 MA will continue. He is set to test the bike again at COTA, which will enable him to help fine-tune the set-up even more and provide a solid baseline for the teams and riders to use in round one of next year’s inaugural Talent Cup Championship, also at COTA on March 28 to 30 during the Red Bull Grand Prix of The Americas MotoGP weekend.

RW Original Video: APX-350MA MotoAmerica Talent Cup Racebike

(For more, see MotoAmerica.com)

REV’IT! Posts Contingency for 2025 MotoAmerica Talent Cup

November 24, 2024

A Krämer test rider wearing a Rev'It! suit while testing the Krämer APX-350 MA prototype at the Circuit of The Americas. Photo by Brian J. Nelson, courtesy Krämer Motorcycles.

REV’IT! Sport USA Announces Contingency Program for 2025 MotoAmerica Talent Cup

REV’IT! Sport USA Supports the Future of Racing with Tailored Suits and Cash Rewards

REV’IT! Sport USA, is excited to announce its dedicated Contingency Program for racers in the 2025 MotoAmerica Talent Cup series. This initiative is aimed at providing a unique opportunity for competitors to access cutting-edge, fully custom-made REV’IT! TAILORTECH racing suits designed for optimal protection and comfort. The program is also set to elevate the next generation of riders, offering them the chance to become future REV’IT! sponsored athletes and ambassadors.

Why REV’IT! Sport USA is Investing in the Future of Racing

As part of its investment in the MotoAmerica Talent Cup, REV’IT! Sport USA will offer racers the opportunity to compete in a custom-tailored racing suit featuring the latest in protective technology. Tailor fit to each rider, these suits are crafted using high quality materials and the same expert craftsmanship that has earned REV’IT! TAILORTECH recognition in MotoGP, World Superbike, and MotoAmerica.

This program not only ensures the best safety and comfort for riders, but it also gives them an avenue to join the prestigious group of REV’IT! sponsored athletes in the future. REV’IT! Sport USA will have a presence at each round of the 2025 MotoAmerica Talent Cup season, with dedicated support available at the REV’IT! hub under the Krämer Motorcycles tent in the paddock.

How the Contingency Program Works

The REV’IT! Sport USA Contingency Program is available to any racer competing in the 2025 MotoAmerica Talent Cup Series who wears a REV’IT! TAILORTECH suit. The program will offer the following purse for each of the 14 races of the series:

• 1st Place: $300

• 2nd Place: $150

• 3rd Place: $100

Additionally, a $1,000 cash prize will be awarded to the series winner, provided they wear a REV’IT! TAILORTECH suit during every round of the 2025 series.

Exclusive Offer for Talent Cup Riders

REV’IT! is committed to making world-class protection accessible to all riders, regardless of age or experience level. As such, a custom REV’IT! TAILORTECH racing suit will be available for only $1,299, offering incredible value for riders looking to enhance their performance and safety. Bespoke measurement sessions will be organized to ensure each racer receives a perfectly fitted suit.
This program offers purpose designed suits for the 2025 MotoAmerica Talent Cup racers and will not be available for purchase anywhere else. The exclusive Talent Cup suits feature a unique black and color-of-choice combination, complemented by white Krämer Motorcycles logos. Further customization, such as sponsor logos and name patch, can be requested by each individual rider. As a reminder, the full range of custom REV’IT! TAILORTECH suits remain available to every racer at every level through our usual channels. Designed in Italy by the same atelier that handmakes the leathers for our MotoGP and WSBK sponsored athletes, each suit is a testament to REV’IT!’s commitment to quality and innovation in motorsports.

About REV’IT! Sport USA

REV’IT! is a global leader in high-performance motorcycle apparel, renowned for its advanced protection technology, innovative designs, and commitment to rider safety. Partnering with premier racing series worldwide, REV’IT! continues to push the boundaries of performance and protection in motorsports.

MotoGP: Acosta Tops Crashes In 2024

November 23, 2024

Acosta DSC_0043 — Pedro Acosta (31). Photo by Michael Gougis.