Podcast: Greg’s Garage Pod With Jason Pridmore, Episode 94

David Swarts

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September 24, 2020

Podcast: Greg’s Garage Pod With Jason Pridmore, Episode 94

Greg’s Garage Pod with Co-Host Jason Pridmore – A motorcycle racing Pod about MotoGP, MotoAmerica, and World Superbike, Pro Motocross, American Flat Track, Supercross, and more. In this episode Co-Hosts Greg White and Jason Pridmore talk:

ARAI Helmets News – American Rossi Moor wins in Europe and more!

MotoAmerica – Barber Motorsports Park review of all 5 classes.

WorldSBk – Catalunya. American Garrett Gerloff answers the question from last week… can he get his best finish of the season? Oh YES! Plus all the classes.

MotoGP – Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli #2. The crazy MotoGP season continues in fine style!

Race Calendar – Info about, MotoGP, FIM World Endurance, AMA Pro Motocross, and more, as racing goes on all over the world.

Campus Circuit Parcmotor Training Center Opens Near Barcelona

David Swarts

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September 24, 2020

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Campus Circuit Parcmotor Training Center Opens Near Barcelona

Campus Circuit Parcmotor joins the Road to MotoGP™

A world-leading facility aimed at helping young motorcycling talent to learn and grow is now open in Castellolì near Barcelona

Thursday, 24 September 2020

Dorna Sports is delighted to announce a new addition to the Road to MotoGP™ programme: Campus Circuit Parcmotor, a high-performance motorsport centre near Barcelona. Based in Castellolì, the campus is the first of its kind in the world.

The Campus Circuit Parcmotor complex is spread over 800,000 square metres of terrain, with a 4.1km speed circuit as well as motocross, dirt track and supermotard training opportunities – and road and mountain bicycle training areas. Providing a perfect place to train and learn, or even a place where riders can be based throughout a season, the campus has everything in one place for a young rider to flourish and work towards the next step in their careers.

The motorcycle training programme at the campus covers every skill a rider needs, and has been overseen by Alberto Puig, a Grand Prix winner, renowned talent spotter and now the Repsol Honda Team manager in MotoGP™. Riders can also rent the machinery they need at the campus, ensuring they are all able to make the most of the incredible facilities and programmes on site.

As well as the areas made for motorcycle training, the campus also offers a skill-focused space, including classrooms. Courses to help riders develop their skills in English, engineering, telemetry, Spanish, sport psychology and safety awareness are all offered, imparting valuable knowledge and giving riders chance to develop off track as well as on track. There is also chill out area, always an invaluable companion to physical training.

In addition, the campus can provide everything from administrative help for young riders moving to Spain to mentoring, physiotherapy and more; creating a one-stop place for riders to get support with everything they need. In partnership with ETG, the campus can also offer its riders a chance to compete in the FIM Moto3™ Junior World Championship, taking care of all the riders’ arrangements, flights, transfers and accommodation together with the team, ensuring the rider is able to focus solely on competing.

Campus Circuit Parcmotor in Castellolì, Spain, near Barcelona. Photo courtesy Dorna.

Xavier Bartrolí, President of Circuit Parcmotor Castellolí: “It is an honour to be part of this ambitious project together with leading partners in the sector such as Dorna and ICATME. This great new opportunity we have been offered will allow the Anoia area to be a benchmark not only in competition and motorsport but also in the training of young riders.”

Carmelo Ezpeleta, CEO of Dorna Sports: “We are very proud to welcome the Campus Circuit Parcmotor to the Road to MotoGP and support the first facility of its kind in the world. At Dorna we have always been committed to talent promotion and our core values in supporting young riders fit perfectly with those of Campus Circuit Parcmotor – understanding that getting better as a rider and athlete is a 360 project and is not just about skill on the bike. The amazing range of facilities and services offered at Campus Circuit Parcmotor will ensure that the riders who visit the campus will have the best chance they possibly could in becoming part of the next generations of champions, and it makes me very happy to know that their futures will be in expert hands.”

MotoGP: Crutchlow Ruled Fit To Ride At Catalunya

David Swarts

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September 24, 2020

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MotoGP: Crutchlow Ruled Fit To Ride At Catalunya

CRUTCHLOW FIT TO RETURN FOR CATALUNYA GP

24 September 2020 | Catalan GP Preview

Cal Crutchlow has been passed fit to compete in the Catalunya GP this weekend. The LCR Honda CASTROL rider was forced to sit out the back-to-back races in Misano having suffered complications following arm pump surgery and compounded that misfortune by damaging his ankle in Barcelona on Wednesday.

After seeing medical staff, who were satisfied with the recovery of his forearm, Crutchlow slipped at the Circuit de Catalunya and strained ligaments in his left ankle. But the injury has not proved as serious as first feared and the 34-year-old will now be back in the MotoGP field when free practice gets underway on Friday.

Cal Crutchlow

“After the checks I had again today, this time on my ankle, it seems that I did a good job yesterday evening recovering well and the ankle is better than it was yesterday and the situation is better. So I’m now really looking forward to starting the Monster Energy Catalunya Grand Prix this weekend.”

MotoGP: Four Riders Within Four Championship Points

David Swarts

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September 23, 2020

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MotoGP: Four Riders Within Four Championship Points

Four riders in four points: MotoGP™ hits boiling point in Barcelona

Four riders split by four points and eight within a victory of the lead… the Championship contenders are ready for battle at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya

Wednesday, 23 September 2020

They say all good things come to an end but that doesn’t appear to be true of the incredibly close battle for the 2020 FIM MotoGP™ World Championship, with every race only tightening the table. You’d be laughed out of the non-fiction section if you described the plot, because we’ve had with more twists and turns than an Agatha Christie mystery. And yet, as the paddock arrives at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya to begin the second half of the season, it seems too good to be but it’s very much still true. With four riders split by four points, the top eight within a win, six different winners – four for the first time – and still candidates aplenty to keep that record rolling, it Just. Keeps. Getting. Better.

So, let’s start at the top. Despite two races at Misano that saw him pick up a seventh and an eighth, it remains wily veteran Andrea Dovizioso (Ducati Team) in the Championship lead on 84 points. He’s one of only two riders who’ve scored in every race so far, and that’s paying off despite some tougher weekends. The man knows how to finish a race. He also knows how to win at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, over three seconds clear by the flag in 2017. Can he get back on top?

If Yamaha have anything to do with it, the answer is no. The Iwata marque are the most successful manufacturer in Barcelona with 12 wins, and this season has seen their pace at a couple of venues leave the rest in the dust. But then the question becomes, which Yamaha? It’s Fabio Quartararo (Petronas Yamaha SRT) who’s second in the standings, one point off Dovizioso, and his recent form at the venue is impressive. In Moto2™ he smoked the field in 2018, and in MotoGP™ last season he took his first podium. That was after a mechanical denied him in Jerez too, and this season Jerez saw him return unbeatable. But then, Misano 2019 to Misano 2020 was a more difficult comparison…

Maverick Viñales (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP), meanwhile, is also on 83 points. But there’s no such thing as equal in the Championship, so ‘Top Gun’ is third because he has one less win than Quartararo. He’s the most recent winner, however, and escaped the field with Francesco Bagnaia (Pramac Racing) to end the Emilia Romagna GP in a different postcode to the other Yamahas. Can he do that again?

And then there’s Franco Morbidelli (Petronas Yamaha SRT). Too quick to handle in the first race at Misano, the Italian was then struck by illness the week after, so he’ll be one to watch. Valentino Rossi (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP) had great pace before a crash last time out too, and his record at Barcelona is enough to make everyone else blush: five of Yamaha’s 12 wins at the venue come from the ‘Doctor’. It’s also an incredible milestone – although he’s been well ahead of the game for a while – as he’ll start his 350th premier class race. And he’s already started more than a hundred more than anyone else! He was Yamaha’s last winner at the track, so it’s a good weekend for the number 46 to try and hit back.

Going back to nearer the top of the standings though, it’s time to talk about Joan Mir (Team Suzuki Ecstar). It was a stop-start beginning to the season for the sophomore, as he crashed, took a top five, crashed again… and then began a run of form that has gone from Jaws music for his rivals to full-on Psycho. He’s outscored everyone else for a while now, and has been that which, they say, is the key to taking titles: consistent. And not in the top ten, but the top five or the podium. He’s still missing that first win – although he seemed on for it before the Red Flag in Styria – but who can bet against him taking one? It’s Saturday that could make all the difference for the Mayorcan, as he’s been fighting through from further down the grid, most recently from 11th to a seemingly effortless second. If they can fix that… can he become the seventh winner and fifth maiden winner this year?

Almost managing that last time out was Bagnaia, who crashed out of a lead that seemed ominous, and then started diminishing, but nevertheless remained healthy. With Viñales the man getting past and taking his first win of the year – and having already won a good few premier class races – the stat of fifth maiden winner and seventh winner of the season remains attainable for Bagnaia, and he’ll be guns blazing to bounce back. Teammate Jack Miller (Pramac Racing) will likely be in a similar mindset too, with the Australian forced out of the Emilia Romagna GP after his bike ate a tear off. He’s already won a race, but not this year – although he’s been incredibly close…

KTM could be a force to contend with again too. Pol Espargaro (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) took another podium last time out and teammate Brad Binder looked likely to fight for one before he crashed, but most crucially the Austrian factory blasted straight back into that fight at the front after a tougher first weekend at Misano. Miguel Oliveira (Red Bull KTM Tech 3) sliced through from P15 on the grid to the top five too, and his teammate Iker Lecuona was battling it out before a crash. How will they fare in Barcelona? Was it the test that saw them bounce back, or was the San Marino GP an anomaly?

The Emilia Romgana GP was also a big step forward for Honda. Takaaki Nakagami (LCR Honda Idemitsu) was back in the top six (he’s also the second rider to have scored in every race), and rookie Alex Marquez (Repsol Honda Team) was only just behind him – ahead of Championship leader Dovizioso. Nakagami will want to keep that consistency rolling, and Marquez could be one to watch if that step forward is a permanent one. He’s won three times at Catalunya, once in Moto3™ and twice in Moto2™, which actually makes him the second most successful rider on the grid at the track across all classes… behind only Rossi! What can he do?

There are plenty more names to look out for too. Alex Rins (Team Suzuki Ecstar) was MIA last time out but belongs at the front, Danilo Petrucci (Ducati Team) is looking for a move forward, Johann Zarco (Esponsorama Racing) is already a podium finisher on the Ducati… Aleix Espargaro (Aprilia Racing Team Gresini) has been on pole at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya too, although with a different factory. Can they get further up the fight for the top ten again?

Four riders within four points, eight within a win of the Championship lead, six different winners so far and a good few names who could make it seven… who’s leaving Barcelona on top? Only time will tell, and this time that time is a little later: tune in on Sunday the 27th of September at 15:00 for the Gran Premi Monster Energy de Catalunya MotoGP™ race!

MotoGP™ Championship Standings

1 Andrea Dovizioso – Ducati Team – Ducati – 84

2 Fabio Quartararo* – Petronas Yamaha SRT – Yamaha – 83

3 Maverick Viñales – Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP – Yamaha – 83

4 Joan Mir – Team Suzuki Ecstar – Suzuki – 80

5 Franco Morbidelli* – Petronas Yamaha SRT – Yamaha – 64

*Independent Team riders

Moto2™: who can conquer Catalunya?

It’ll be a new name on the top step in Barcelona, but there are a few usual suspects…

Despite the incredibly competitive field – and some seriously experienced runners – no one on the Moto2™ grid has won in the class at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya yet. So we’ll have a new name on the winner’s trophy in the Gran Premi Monster Energy de Catalunya, but it looks like we have a few prime contenders…

First and foremost, the two men at the top. Luca Marini (Sky Racing Team VR46) retains the points lead on the way in to Barcelona, and he’s won twice so far this season. If he does it again, the third win will equal his closest challenger: Enea Bastianini (Italtrans Racing Team). The former is five points ahead and took the first win at Misano, before the latter hit back as he bolted to victory in the Emilia Romagna GP, so there’s plenty at stake in terms of points, momentum and pride. Bastianini has also previously mastered the track in Moto3™.

Third overall Marco Bezzecchi (Sky Racing Team VR46), meanwhile, has now had a Moto2™ win – and he’s been on the podium three times in a row for the first time since his Moto3™ days. Can that continue and can he go one step better in Barcelona? His pace has been impressive, and he’s now expected at the front. That’s also true of the man now behind him in the Championship, Sam Lowes (EG 0,0 Marc VDS), as the Brit recovered well from a pitlane start penalty to take P8 and then followed that up with a podium, consistency on point. He also has some ground to make up, a fitting-in-some-ways 22 points off Bezzecchi, so he’ll be pushing hard to get in the battle for the podium and win.

The man who’ll have more than a few eyes on him if he can return, however, has fallen to fifth overall after missing the two races at Misano: Jorge Martin (Red Bull KTM Ajo). If he’s now allowed to race again, the Spaniard will be on a serious mission to get back on the top step and prove it ain’t over till it’s over. Will he be back to pick up where he left off? And how much risk will he take trying to gain back lost ground if yes?

Xavi Vierge (Petronas Sprinta Racing) and Marcel Schrötter (Liqui Moly Intact GP) were well in the fight in the Emilia Romagna GP too – with the other frontrunners and each other – and Vierge will be wanting to prove a point after crashing out following contact with Schrötter last time out. He’s on home turf with a fresh contract for 2021 in his pocket, so there’s a bit less pressure and a whole heap of incentive. His teammate Jake Dixon deserves a shout too, having taken a best result of sixth in the Emilia Romagna GP. Can he do that again?

Joe Roberts (Tennor American Racing) went a little MIA at Misano compared to his 2020 form overall, and Tetsuta Nagashima (Red Bull KTM Ajo) needs to bounce back as well. What can they do? And what about impressive rookie Aron Canet (Inde Aspar Team Moto2) after a couple of tougher race weekends? He’ll want to get back into that battle in the top six or more.

A new name will win the Moto2™ race at the Gran Premi Monster Energy de Catalunya, and no one arrives with a record to make the others quiver. It’s anyone’s game, but the Italian trio at the top will take some beating and Jorge Martin will be on a charge. Find out who comes out on top as the lights go out for Moto2™ at the slightly later time of 13:20 (GMT +2) on Sunday the 27th of September.

Moto2™ Championship Standings

1 Luca Marini – Sky Racing Team VR46 – Kalex – 125

2 Enea Bastianini – Italtrans Racing Team – Kalex – 120

3 Marco Bezzecchi – Sky Racing Team VR46 – Kalex – 105

4 Sam Lowes – EG0,0 Marc VDS – Kalex – 83

5 Jorge Martin – Red Bull KTM Ajo – Kalex – 79

Two points at the top: Ogura gains ground on Arenas

Who will leave Barcelona in the Moto3™ Championship lead? The two likely candidates are split by just two points…

Albert Arenas’ (Gaviota Aspar Team Moto3) Championship lead has been shrinking. The Spaniard has been the class of the field on many an occasion in 2020, but with a couple of crashes and the consistency of his closest rival, the gap has now gone down to the smallest it’s been: two points. Can he fight back in Catalunya? Or will Ai Ogura (Honda Team Asia) – or John McPhee (Petronas Sprinta Racing) – turn the tables?

For Ogura, it’s an easier ask as he’s the man just two behind. That means that if he finishes ahead of Arenas on the podium, for one, he’ll most definitely be the Championship leader. So can he? Ending the race on the rostrum is his speciality so far this year, as he’s done it six times – more than any other rider. He’s not yet won, however, so that balancing act of risk vs reward could be a hurdle… but so far it’s done nothing to hold him back from full attack, and a win seems only a matter of time…

For McPhee, it’s a bigger deficit. After a tougher second race at Misano, the Brit is now 21 points off and will be focused on fighting back. With Arenas on home turf though, the number 75 will be gunning for the top step as ever – so as the man on the chase, McPhee will need to do the same to start getting back into the mix right at the top. The Scot has bounced back already this year though, and more than knows how to do it.

There are more home heroes than just Arenas to contend with though. The likes of Jaume Masia (Leopard Racing), Raul Fernandez (Red Bull KTM Ajo) and Jeremy Alcoba (Kömmerling Gresini Moto3) have shown more and more speed in 2020 and can’t be counted out from the fight at the front, and then there are the Italians: Celestino Vietti (Sky Racing Team VR46) and Romano Fenati (Sterilgarda Max Racing Team) have already won this year, and Tony Arbolino (Rivacold Snipers Team) has been on the podium. What can they do in ‘enemy’ territory? And how will that shuffle the deck for the top three in the standings?

Find out on Sunday at the slightly later time of 12:00 (GMT +2) as Moto3™ take on the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya in the Gran Premi Monster Energy de Catalunya.

Moto3™ Championship Standings

1 Albert Arenas – Gaviota Aspar Team Moto3 – KTM – 119

2 Ai Ogura – Honda Team Asia – Honda – 117

3 John McPhee – Petronas Sprinta Racing – Honda – 98

4 Celestino Vietti – Sky Racing Team VR46 – KTM – 86

5 Tatsuki Suzuki – SIC58 Squadra Corse – Honda – 75

LRRS: Scott Greenwood Goes 7-For-7

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September 23, 2020

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Greenwood, Block and Wardius star at LRRS

Loudon Road Race Series round #5 threw a new curveball at 2020 participants as riders woke up each morning to frost on their windshields as the overnight lows hovered around the freezing mark all weekend long. The afternoons were sunny and comfortable (around 60 degrees) but the cool track surface left riders struggling with both lack of “race pace” practice time and the tire choice challenges that go along with colder track temps. It was great weather for making power, and the racing was excellent!

Scott Greenwood put out another dominating performance, going 7 for 7 across a variety of middleweight and heavyweight classes on his Argo Cycles Yamaha R6. The cool temperatures didn’t slow down the veteran racer, who ran times in the low 1:12 range and within a few tenths of his best laps of 2020. Scott’s strongest challenger this weekend was his son Sam, who was the only other middleweight rider to run times in the 1:12 range this past weekend. Sam finished second to his father in the Souhegan Valley Motorsports HW Superbike, Antham HW Supersport and the feature Michelin-Motorace MWGP Dash for Cash.

Other notable Expert riders during the event were Charles Sandoz (5 wins on his Seacoast Sport Cycle Ducati Monster 1100), Eric Wood (4 wins on his Woodcraft/Penguin Racing Kawasaki ZX-10R) and Eli Block (5 wins on his Manchester Honda KTM 450SMR and Kawasaki Ninja 400). Block has been a rising star at LRRS, setting the pace at many of the weekends on his pair of lightweight motorcycles. He set a personal best of a 1:18.43 during the Plaistow Powersports 500 Superbike Event and again set the pace for all motard riders with a blistering 1:16.06 during the Seacoast Sport Cycle LW GP event. Block has his sights set on winning multiple LRRS championships in 2020 and is looking forward to adding more top 10 finishes to his Moto America resume after carding a 9th place in the recent Junior Cup event at NJMP.

In the Amateur middleweight and heavyweight ranks, the AK Racefab Yamaha R6 of Brian Wardius has been a strong finisher all season. Wardius won 4 races over the weekend, with particularly strong performances in the Antham Gloves HW Supersport and the Motoholders MW Supersport classes. An otherwise perfect weekend was spoiled when he fell in the Middleweight Supersport class, but he escaped uninjured and will be ready for the final round in October. With times in the low 1:17 range, Wardius is likely spending his last season as an Amateur in 2020 and will be looking to do battle in the Expert ranks in 2021.

Another notable performance came from Jacob Crossman, a 15 year old rookie racer who won 3 of his 4 Amateur races on his Kawasaki Ninja 400, including the Orient Express 500 Superbike class. The NH native was dominant in the Amateur races and was able to mix it up with several experts as he got down into the 1:20 lap time range in the combined Am/Ex events at the end of the weekend. Drew Bailey also put up an impressive 5 victories on his Suzuki SV650, including a standout performance in the stacked Maxima Oils Lightweight Supersport and AM GTL classes.

The final round of the Loudon Road Race Series takes place on October 3-4 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway.

September 19-20, 2020 @ NHMS – Results

Rookie Race Heavyweight 1 & 2

1. Shepherd Martin

Rookie Race Lightweight 3 & 4

1. James Norton (Suz SV650)

2. Luke Brown (Kaw Ninja 300)

3. Jamie Mantini (Duc 748)

4. Jason Shell

Firsttrax Combined GT 500

1. Elijah Block (Kaw Ninja 400)

2. Michael Zoner (Kaw Ninja 400)

3. Shane Lewis (Kaw Ninja 400)

4. Brianna McHugh (Kaw Ninja 400)

5. Jacob Crossman (Kaw Ninja 400)

6. Renee Franco (Kaw Ninja)

Amateur GTL

1. Drew Bailey (Suz SV650)

2. John Lear (Kaw Ninja 500)

3. Stephen Biehl (Suz SV650)

4. Dan Pletea (Suz SV650)

5. Todd Fanciullo (Kaw Ninja 650)

6. Dmitry Slootskin (Suz SV650)

#74 GTL

1. Charles Sandoz (Duc 1100)

2. Harlan Hildebrand (KTM Duke)

3. Rick Doucette (Yam YZF-R6/5)

4. Bill Coolahan (KTM Duke 790)

5. Adam Guyer (Duc 1000DS)

6. Nick Leighton (Suz SV650)

Woodcraft Amateur GTU

1. AJ Pyne

2. Anthony DiCecca (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Jeff Gray (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Anthony Wells (Kaw ZX-6R)

Dunlop Tires GTU

1. Scott Greenwood (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Paul Duval (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Tyler Wasserbauer (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Alexander Guilbeault (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Adam Tognazzi (Suz GSX-R600)

6. Anthony Furia

GTO

1. Cory Hildebrand (Kaw ZX-10R)

2. David Dayon (Kaw ZX-10R)

3. Roger Ealy Jr (Kaw ZX-10R)

4. Eric Shaw (Apr RSV4 Factory)

5. Robert S Briody (Kaw ZX-10R)

Amateur GTO

1. Bryan Wardius (Yam YZF-R6)

MTAG Pirelli Amateur 300 Supersport

1. Thomas Sands (KTM 390)

2. Lukas Doucette (Yam YZF-R3)

3. Roy Whitson (Yam YZF-R3)

4. Brendan Moriarty (Kaw Ninja 300)

5. Salvatore Finocchiaro (KTM RC 390)

Super Singles

1. Gunnar Ouellette (Hus FS 450)

2. Wesley Lakis (Kra HKR EVO2)

3. J.C. Bernier (Hon CRF450R)

4. Anthony Franco (Husq 450)

5. David Gelerter (KTM 450 SXF)

6. Adam Clark (Hon CRF450)

Amateur Super Singles

1. Christopher Girard (Hus FS 450)

2. E Thomas Law (Hus FS 450)

3. Michael Dimond (KTM XCW 500)

4. Miles Allen (Hus FS 450)

300 Supersport

1. Rick Doucette (Yam YZF-R3)

2. Jason Downs (Yam YZF-R3)

MTAG Pirelli Formula 40 Unlimited

1. Eric Wood (Kaw ZX-10R)

2. David Dayon (Kaw ZX-10R)

3. Robert S Briody (Kaw ZX-10R)

4. Christopher Woodman (Yam YZF-R1M)

5. Wojciech Kasperuk (Yam YZF-R6)

6. Dennis Levesque (Duc 1199R)

Amateur Formula 40 Unlimited

1. Ron Gimondo (Kaw ZX-6R)

2. David Mink (Kaw ZX-6R)

3. Anthony Wells (Kaw ZX-6R)

4. Lloyd Palmer (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Christian Trudeau (Yam YZF-R6)

6. Carlos Hidrovo (Hon CBR600RR)

Atham Motorsports HW Supersport

1. Scott Greenwood (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Samuel Greenwood (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Justin Landry (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Kip Peterson (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Ian Beam (Tri 675)

6. Brian Fernald (Yam YZF-R6)

Antham gloves Amateur HW Supersport

1. Bryan Wardius (Yah YZF-R6)

2. Paul Hosue (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Kevin Custer (Suz GSX-R600)

4. Michael Chase (Suz GSX-R600)

5. AJ Pyne

6. Joe Ammendolia (Yam YZF-R6)

Amateur LW Superbike

1. Drew Bailey (Suz SV650)

2. Kerry Smith (Suz SV650)

3. Edward Forer (Suz SV650)

4. Dan Pletea (Suz SV650)

5. Matthew Paternoster (Suz SV650)

6. Kevin Fogg (Suz SV650)

Freedom Cycle LW Superbike

1. Charles Sandoz (Duc 1100)

2. Harlan Hildebrand (KTM Duke)

3. Bill Coolahan (KTM Duke 790)

4. Shawn Barron (KTM 790 Duke)

5. Steven Heider (Suz SV650)

6. Nick Leighton (Suz SV650)

Novice Formula 1

1. Harrison Co (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Dennis Metzler (Duc 848 Evo)

3. John Corey (Kaw ZX600)

4. Shepherd Martin

5. Thomas Dixon (Duc 1199)

6. Ronald Baughman (Yam YZF-R6)

Novice Formula 3

1. Gabriel Pavadore (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Benjamin Claman (Suz SV650)

3. Alessandro Pizzochero (Suz SV650)

4. Michele Pierro

5. Troy Johnson (Kaw Ninja)

6. Travis Fields (Kaw Ninja 400)

Amateur LW Grand Prix

1. Drew Bailey (Suz SV650)

2. Dan Pletea (Suz SV650)

3. Matthew Paternoster (Suz SV650)

4. Kevin Fogg (Suz SV650)

5. Stephen Biehl (Suz SV650)

6. Edward Forer (Suz SV650)

Seacoast Sport Cycle LW Grand Prix

1. Charles Sandoz (Duc 1100)

2. Rick Doucette (Yam YZF-R6/5)

3. Harlan Hildebrand (KTM Duke)

4. Elijah Block (KTM 450)

5. John Grush (Yam YZF-R6/5)

6. Brett Guyer (HKR EVO 2 R)

Amateur Unlimited Grand Prix

1. Jason Fairclough (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Jeff Gray (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Lloyd Palmer (Yam YZF-R6)

4. LeRoy Cort (Kaw ZX-6R)

5. Anthony Wells (Kaw ZX-6R)

6. David Mink

Street & Competition Unlimited Grand Prix

1. Eric Wood (Kaw ZX-10R)

2. Cory Hildebrand (Kaw ZX-10R)

3. Scott Mullin (Kaw ZX-10R)

4. David Dayon (Kaw ZX-10R)

5. Roger Ealy Jr (Kaw ZX-10R)

6. Eric Shaw (Kaw ZX-10R)

Brian Fernald Construction Formula 50 Lights

1. Rick Doucette (Yam YZF-R6/5)

2. John Grush (Yam YZF-R6/5)

3. John Donald (KTM 790 Duke)

4. Brett Guyer (Duc 748)

5. Jerry Randall (Yam YZF-R6/5)

6. Bill Morey (Hus FS 450)

Amateur Formula 50 Lights

1. E Thomas Law (Hus FS 450)

2. Stephen Biehl (Suz SV650)

3. Bruce Marshall (Suz SV650)

4. Michael Dimond (Hus FS 450)

5. Mike Wankum (KTM 790 Duke)

Amateur 500 Supersport

1. Jacob Crossman (Kaw Ninja 400)

2. John Lear (Kaw Ninja 500)

3. Lukas Doucette (Yam YZF-R3)

4. Thomas Sands (KTM RC 390)

5. Roy Whitson (Yam YZF-R3)

6. Frank Vollkommer (Kaw Ninja 400)

Sportbike Track Gear 500 Supersport

1. Elijah Block (Kaw Ninja 400)

2. Brianna McHugh (Kaw Ninja 400)

3. Shane Lewis (Kaw Ninja 400)

4. Michael Zoner (Kaw Ninja 400)

5. Renee Franco (Kaw Ninja)

6. Branch Worsham (Kaw EX500)

Novice Formula 4

1. Michele Pierro (Kaw Ninja 400)

2. Scott Arzamarski (Kaw Ninja 400)

3. Colm Costello (Husq 450)

4. Travis Fields (Kaw Ninja 400)

5. Troy Johnson (Kaw Ninja)

6. Luke Brown (Kaw Ninja 300)

Novice Formula 2

1. Benjamin Claman (Hon CBR600RR)

2. Dennis Metzler (Duc 848 Evo)

3. Harrison Co (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Issac Davis (Suz GSX-R600)

5. Gabriel Pavadore (Yam YZF)

6. John Corey (Kaw ZX600)

Amateur Ultralight Superbike

1. Drew Bailey (Suz SV650)

2. Matthew Paternoster (Suz SV650)

3. Kerry Smith (Suz SV650)

4. Dan Pletea (Suz SV650)

5. Edward Forer (Suz SV650)

6. Christopher Girard (Kaw KX450F)

Apex Design Ultralight Superbike

1. Wesley Lakis (Kra HKR EVO2)

2. Steven Heider (Suz SV650)

3. Gunnar Ouellette (Hus FS 450)

4. Charles Sandoz (Duc Scrambler 62)

5. Nick Leighton (Suz SV650)

6. Peter Kates (Suz SV650)

Michelin Motorace Amateur MW Grand Prix

1. Bryan Wardius (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Anthony DiCecca (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Paul Hosue (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Jason Fairclough (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Kevin Custer (Suz GSX-R600)

6. Joe Ammendolia (Yam YZF-R6)

Michelin Motorace MW Grand Prix

1. Scott Greenwood (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Samuel Greenwood (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Tyler Wasserbauer (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Rick Doucette (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Alexander Guilbeault (Yam YZF-R6)

6. Paul Duval (Yam YZF-R6)

Souhegan Valley Motorsports HW Superbike

1. Scott Greenwood (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Samuel Greenwood (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Rick Doucette (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Alexander Guilbeault (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Kip Peterson (Suz GSX-R600)

6. Ian Beam (Tri 675)

Amateur HW Superbike

1. Bryan Wardius (Yah YZF-R6)

2. Anthony DiCecca (Suz GSX-R600)

3. Jason Fairclough (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Kevin Custer (Suz GSX-R600)

5. Thomas Hynes IV (Inn ZX-6)

6. Michael Chase (Suz GSX-R600)

Novice Racer 1

1. Thomas Dixon (Duc 1199)

2. Dennis Metzler (Duc 848 Evo)

Novice Racer 2

1. Issac Davis (Suz GSX-R600)

2. Harrison Co (Yam YZF-R6)

3. John Corey (Kaw ZX600)

4. Ronald Baughman (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Joshua Cameron (Suz GSX-R600)

Novice Racer 4

1. Colm Costello (Husq 450)

2. Scott Arzamarski (Kaw Ninja 400)

3. Michele Pierro (Kaw Ninja 400)

4. Travis Fields (Kaw Ninja 400)

Novice Racer 3

1. Benjamin Claman (Suz SV650)

2. Alessandro Pizzochero (Suz SV650)

3. Troy Johnson (Kaw Ninja)

Amateur Formula 40 Lights

1. Kevin Fogg (Suz SV650)

2. Bruce Marshall (Suz SV650)

3. Stephen Biehl (Suz SV650)

4. Dan Pletea (Suz SV650)

5. Todd Fanciullo (Kaw Ninja 650)

6. Dmitry Slootskin (Suz SV650)

Amateur MW Formula 40

1. Paul Hosue (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Thomas Hynes IV (Inn ZX6)

3. Kevin Custer (Suz GSX-R600)

4. Christian Trudeau (Yam YZF-R6)

5. David Mink (Kaw ZX-6R)

6. Anthony Wells (Kaw ZX-6R)

Innovative Motorsports Formula 40 Lights

1. Rick Doucette (Yam YZF-R6/5)

2. Charles Sandoz (Duc 1100)

3. Tim Hogan (Duc 749R)

4. Steven Heider (Suz SV650)

5. Shawn Barron (KTM 790 Duke)

6. Brett Guyer (Duc 748)

Souhegan Valley Motorsports MW Formula 40

1. Scott Greenwood (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Paul Duval (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Kip Peterson (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Robert S Briody (Suz GSX-R600)

5. Adam Tognazzi (Suz GSX-R600)

6. Rick Patrolia

300 Superbike

1. Rick Doucette (Yam YZF-R3)

2. Christopher Woodman (KTM RC 390)

3. Jason Downs (Yam YZF-R3)

Bell Helmets Motard

1. Elijah Block (KTM 450)

2. Gunnar Ouellette (Hus FS 450)

3. J.C. Bernier (Hon CRF450R)

4. Adam Clark (Hon CRF450R)

5. Lee Schmidt (Hus FS 450)

6. David Gelerter (KTM 450 SXF)

MTAG Pirelli Amateur 300 Superbike

1. Lukas Doucette (Yam YZF-R3)

2. Thomas Sands (KTM 390)

3. Roy Whitson (Yam YZF-R3)

4. Brendan Moriarty (Kaw EX300)

Amateur Motard

1. Christopher Girard (Hus FS 450)

2. Michael Dimond (KTM XCW 500)

3. Miles Allen (Hus FS 450)

Combined Ultralight GP

1. Wesley Lakis (Kra HKR EVO2)

2. James Smith (Duc Scrambler Sixty2)

3. Rick Ma (Hon NT650)

4. Philip O’Donnell (Kra HKR-EV02R)

Computrack Boston MW Superbike

1. Scott Greenwood (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Rick Doucette (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Justin Landry (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Tyler Wasserbauer (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Ian Beam (Tri 675)

6. Brian Fernald (Yam YZF-R6)

Amateur Unlimited Supersport

1. Chris Arrighi (Apr RSV4)

2. John Murray (Duc 848 Evo)

3. Joe Ammendolia (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Anthony Wells (Kaw ZX-6R)

5. Tsuyoshi Honjo (Suz GSX-R750)

Adrenaline Motorsports Unlimited Supersport

1. Eric Wood (Kaw ZX-10R)

2. Cory Hildebrand (Kaw ZX-10R)

3. David Dayon (Kaw ZX-10R)

4. Eric Shaw (Kaw ZX-10R)

5. Robert S Briody (Kaw ZX-10R)

6. Scott Mullin (Kaw ZX-10R)

Rising Sun Cycles Moto 3

1. Gunnar Ouellette (Husq 450)

2. Anthony Franco (Husq 450)

3. Adam Clark (Hon CRF450)

4. Bill Morey (Hus FS 450)

5. Sergio Di Molfetta (Hus FS 450)

6. David Gelerter (KTM 450 SX-F)

Combined Formula 60 Lights

1. John Grush (Yam YZF-R6/5)

2. John Donald (KTM 790 Duke)

3. Jerry Randall (Yam YZF-R6/5)

4. Bart Chamberlain (Suz SV650)

REB Graphics Combined SuperTwins

1. Charles Sandoz (Duc 1100)

2. Harlan Hildebrand (KTM Duke)

3. Bill Coolahan (KTM Duke 790)

4. Tim Hogan (Duc 749R)

5. Brett Guyer (Duc 748)

6. Nick Leighton (Suz SV650)

Amateur Moto 3

1. Jacob Crossman (Kawasaki Ninja 400)

2. Thomas Sands (KTM 390)

3. Frank Vollkommer (Kaw Ninja 400)

Motoholders Amateur MW Supersport

1. Anthony DiCecca (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Thomas Hynes IV (Inn ZX-6)

3. Jason Fairclough (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Owen Feeney (Suz GSX-R600)

5. Christian Trudeau (Yam YZF-R6)

6. Michael Chase (Suz GSX-R600)

Ktech Suspension MW Supersport

1. Scott Greenwood (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Tyler Wasserbauer (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Ian Beam (Tri 675)

4. Brian Fernald (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Rick Patrolia

Novice Starter 3

1. Alessandro Pizzochero (Suz SV650)

2. Benjamin Claman (Suz SV650)

Novice Starter 4

1. Michele Pierro (Kaw Ninja 400)

2. Scott Arzamarski (Kaw Ninja 400)

3. Colm Costello (Honda CRF450)

4. Troy Johnson (Kaw Ninja)

5. Travis Fields (Kaw Ninja 400)

Evans Coolant Amateur LW Sportsman

1. Christopher Girard (Hus FS 450)

2. James Smith (Duc Scrambler Sixty2)

3. Miles Allen (Hus FS 450)

4. Thomas Sands (KTM 390)

Maxima Amateur LW Supersport

1. Drew Bailey (Suz SV650)

2. Matthew Paternoster (Suz SV650)

3. Kerry Smith (Suz SV650)

4. Bruce Marshall (Suz SV650)

5. Dan Pletea (Suz SV650)

6. Stephen Biehl (Suz SV650)

Yoyodyne Slipper Clutches LW Supersport

1. Steven Heider (Suz SV650)

2. Bill Coolahan (KTM Duke 790)

3. Shawn Barron (KTM 790 Duke)

4. John Donald (Suz SV650)

5. Nick Leighton (Suz SV650)

6. Peter Kates (Suz SV650)

Orient Express Amateur 500 Superbike

1. Jacob Crossman (Kawasaki Ninja 400)

2. James Smith (Duc Scrambler Sixty2)

3. John Lear (Kaw Ninja 500)

4. Lukas Doucette (Yam YZF-R3)

5. Frank Vollkommer (Kaw Ninja 400)

6. Thomas Sands (KTM 390)

Evans Coolant LW Sportsman

1. Wesley Lakis (Kra HKR EVO2)

2. Bill Morey (Hus FS 450)

3. Sergio Di Molfetta (Hus FS 450)

4. J.C. Bernier (Hon CRF450R)

5. Lee Schmidt (Hus FS 450)

Plaistow Powersports 500 Superbike

1. Elijah Block (Kaw Ninja 400)

2. Brianna McHugh (Kaw Ninja 400)

3. Rick Doucette (Yam YZF-R3)

4. Shane Lewis (Kaw Ninja 400)

5. Michael Zoner (Kaw Ninja 400)

6. Renee Franco (Kaw Ninja)

Amateur Thunderbike

1. Matthew Paternoster (Suz SV650)

2. Kevin Fogg (Suz SV650)

3. Dan Pletea (Suz SV650)

4. Edward Forer (Suz SV650)

Thunderbike

1. Charles Sandoz (Duc 1100)

2. Tim Hogan (Duc 749R)

3. Brett Guyer (Duc 748)

4. Adam Guyer (Duc 1000DS)

5. Kevin Calder

6. Adam Kells (Duc M1100EVO)

Unlimited Superbike

1. Eric Wood (Kaw ZX-10R)

2. David Dayon (Kaw ZX-10R)

3. Robert S Briody (Kaw ZX-10R)

Novice Starter 2

1. Issac Davis (Suz GSX-R600)

2. Ronald Baughman (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Troy Johnson (Kaw Ninja)

4. Joshua Cameron (Suz GSX-R600)

Superbike Supply Amateur MW Superbike

1. Owen Feeney (Suz GSX-R600)

2. Michael Chase (Suz GSX-R600)

3. AJ Pyne (0 0)

4. Daryl Blums (Yam YZF-R6)

5. David Mink (Kaw ZX-6R)

6. Anthony Wells (Kaw ZX-6R)

Novice Starter 1

1. Thomas Dixon (Duc 1199)

2. Dennis Metzler (Duc 848 Evo)

Amateur Unlimited Superbike

1. Joe Ammendolia (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Thomas Hynes IV (Inn ZX6)

3. Chris Arrighi (Apr RSV4)

4. Lloyd Palmer (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Tsuyoshi Honjo (Suz GSX-R750)

Video: BMW’s New M 1000 RR

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MotoAmerica: The Final Round Of Press Releases From Barber

David Swarts

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September 23, 2020

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MotoAmerica: The Final Round Of Press Releases From Barber

N2 Racing Achieves Top 10 Results During Eventful Weekend at Barber Motorsports Park.

Media PA, – September 2020 – N2 Racing’s Xavier Zayat and Nate Minster each scored top ten finishes at round 7 of the MotoAmerica Supersport Championship. Nate Minster made some significant breakthroughs in set-up, achieving his best result of 6th with N2 Racing. Xavier had pace to run with the leaders all weekend, but bad luck in both races kept him out of the fight for the podium. Zayat did finish in 8th in Race 1 despite starting from the back of the grid.

Xavier was fast straight off the truck and in qualifying was able to put the SBS Brakes sponsored Yamaha YZF-R6 into 5th position, only .7 off the front row. This was Nate’s first trip to Barber Motorsports Park on a 600. Despite a lack of experience around the beautiful North Alabama track, Minster was able to qualify in 8th position on the outside of row two.

MotoAmerica Supersport Race 1 had a hectic start for both riders. The team was struggling to sort a last-minute complication and got to the grid late. Nate Minster was able to take his grid spot on the second row, but Xavier had to start from last on the grid. Both riders quickly put the error behind them and set about the business of going to the front. Minster immediately engaged into a battle with Ben Smith, Nolan Lamkin and Lucas Silva in which he finished 7th. Xavier had a much more difficult challenge starting dead last, but a mixture of pure speed and patience served him well. Xavier worked his way all the way up to 13th on lap one! Zayat kept his head down and his nose clean was able to finish right behind his teammate in 8th place.

MotoAmerica Supersport Race 2 was an opportunity for redemption and some seriously good results. Minster and Zayat both learned a lot during race one and crew chief Shiloh Salopek was able to use their feedback to make some significant improvements to the Renthal sponsored Yamaha’s. Nate and Xavier both got an excellent start with Xavier latching on to the battle for the podium straight away. Unfortunately, on lap two Xavier was taken out by another rider while battling for 4th. Nate Minster was able to avoid the drama and run his quickest laps of the weekend to finish in 6th position. This was Nate’s best finish with the N2 team and represents significant improvement by both Minster and the BobbleheadMoto sponsored team.

Nate Minster – “We had a great weekend at Barber Motorsports Park. We achieved two solid results and made great progress with the bike and team” said Minster. “Shiloh and Emerson from BobbleheadMoto have done an amazing job and I can’t thank everybody on the N2 Racing Team for their support.”

Xavier Zayat (24). Photo by Brian J. Nelson, courtesy N2 Racing.

Xavier Zayat – “Our results don’t show our speed or potential this weekend. The Motorex sponsored Yamaha R6 is fantastic and we are improving in speed every weekend” said Xavier. “We had to start at the back of the grid in Race 1 and still got a decent finish. We got taken out in Race 2 and we truly believe we could have been in the fight for the podium. I would want to thank all the sponsors for their support, and I cannot wait to get to Indianapolis in a few weeks.”

Shiloh Salopek (Crew Chief) – “Xavier had a tough weekend. He had speed to run up front, but had issues in both races, none his fault. This prevented him from achieving the result he was capable of” said Shiloh. “Nate on the other hand had a great weekend with two solid results and fantastic progress in terms of riding and setup. We are looking forward to Indy in a few weeks, as I think the track will suit both riders strengths well.”

About N2 Track Days:

N2 provides a structured riding environment for sport-bike riders of all levels promoting motorcycle safety through instruction on a closed course racetrack. Our instructors and coaching staff are comprised of club-racers, pro racers, and experienced track day riders who are articulate and passionate about all aspects of this sport. N2 strives to provide an enjoyable riding experience in an environment where members can hone their skills and inspire confidence in their riding ability. Riding with N2 means you and your sportbike gain access to a structured environment without the hazards, limitations, distractions and obstacles that you’ll find on the street.

N2 Track Days is proudly sponsored by:

Yamaha Motor Corporation USA, AGV / Dainese, Armour Bodies, Chicken Hawk Racing, Impact SafeT Armor, Pirelli Moto Tires, Renthal, Trackside Tires, Woodcraft, Ohlins, Motorex, SBS Brakes, BobbleHeadMoto and Yamaha Champions Riding School.

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

Travis Wyman endures more mechanical troubles, scores more top-five, top-10 finishes at MotoAmerica Superbikes at Alabama

BMW rider remains fourth in Stock 1000 points standings, second in Superbike Cup

Travis Wyman (10) leads Jeremy Coffey at Barber Motorsports Park. Photo by BrockImaging, courtesy Travis Wyman Racing. — Travis Wyman (10) leads Jeremy Coffey and Andrew Lee (14) at Barber Motorsports Park. Photo by BrockImaging, courtesy Travis Wyman Racing.

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The Travis Wyman Racing team worked until the early hours of Friday morning to get its BMW S 1000 RR ready to race at the Sept. 18-20 MotoAmerica Superbikes at Alabama event, and rider Travis Wyman rewarded the team with positive results even while enduring more mechanical gremlins.

Though the tight, twisty 2.38-mile Barber Motorsports Park track had proven to be a set-up challenge to the team in past years, Wyman put in his best-ever qualifying performance at Barber on Friday. He also scored his sixth top-five finish of 2020 in Stock 1000, as well as his sixth and seventh top 10s in Superbike this year despite clutch slippage problems on Saturday and Sunday. Wyman’s results allowed him to hold onto second place in the Superbike Cup standings and fourth place in the Stock 1000 Class championship points.

Though the team had hoped to complete repairs to its bike’s original engine and transmission before shoving off for Birmingham, additional parts were needed that the team could not obtain until late Thursday afternoon. Steve Weir, crew chief, and Alex Torres, team mechanic, were up until about 3 a.m. Friday completing the repairs and swapping the engine into the team’s 2020 BMW S 1000 RR. The results paid off on Friday, as Wyman finished Stock 1000 qualifying in second place.

On Saturday, Wyman began experiencing clutch slipping issues early in the Stock 1000 race, which curtailed his ability to get good drive out of Barber’s 17 turns. Despite a mediocre start, Wyman was able to salvage a fifth-place finish. Later on Saturday, Wyman was forced to started from the back of the Superbike grid, as the team did not get the bike out on track on time due to its making minor repairs to the clutch system. Though still down on drive out of corners, Wyman stormed through the back of the field, working his way up to ninth place in seven laps. Wyman spent the rest of the race battling for ninth place and missed out of finishing ninth by 0.003 seconds.

On Sunday, the team’s BMW S 1000 RR had more clutch issues, which caused Wyman to get a poor start in the Stock 1000 race, as well as have trouble getting off the line in that race’s restart. Wyman finished the re-started race in sixth place but ended the day on a high note when he finished ninth in the Sunday Superbike race.

The team has a two-week break before the penultimate round of the 2020 MotoAmerica season, which takes place Oct. 9-11 at the famed Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis, Ind. The team hopes to have its S 1000 RR back to top form for the Brickyard’s road course, a track Wyman has raced on several times.

Travis Wyman / No. 10

“I can’t thank my team enough for their tireless work that made this weekend happen for us. Steve and Alex were on their A-game from the time we rolled into Birmingham, and I wouldn’t have been on track at all this weekend if it wasn’t for their efforts on Thursday. Barber had not been a good track for us in the past, so getting second place in qualifying I think really shows what our BMW is capable of. I’ve never felt this comfortable on a motorcycle at this track as I did this weekend, and our results here give us a lot of confidence for next year. In the last two weekends, we’ve found great set-ups at tracks that we used to struggle at.”

More, from a press release issued by Quarterley Racing On Track Development:

Double podium repeat for Gloddy at Barber Motorsports Park

Ben Gloddy:

“I was really excited coming into the weekend at Barber. It is my favorite track in the series and the last round at Jersey had me feeling good about how I could place this weekend. Friday morning practice was going great until I clipped the curb in 14 which resulted in me crashing. I tweaked my wrist a little but nothing that was going to keep me off the track. I pulled into hot pit and Dale, Alex and Keith were able to get my bike fixed up and ready so that I could get in a couple more practice laps. I can’t thank Quarterley Racing and the guys enough for working hard and quickly to get me back out.”

In race one, Gloddy had a decent start and was able to quickly latch onto two front runners. The battle for second and third continued the entire race with multiple position changes, it was anyone’s race. With less than two laps to go, one of the riders went down and the battle for second and third intensified. Gloddy was able to make a couple strong drives leading the final lap, but in the end, he was caught by a draft move and finished in third by .24 seconds.

“Obviously coming into the weekend, I wanted to get back on the podium, but my goal was to really push myself and stay with the leaders. I was able to do that so I was pretty happy about that, but getting drafted at the line again in race one had me a little frustrated.”

Race two also proved to be a nail biter, where once again Gloddy was able to get a good start and not only run with the front runners but lead much of the first lap. With the pack on his tail, riders were able to draft and double draft to catch Gloddy entering turn one on lap two. The fight for the podium continued the entire race, again with multiple position changes. With less than a lap to go and a three-rider battle for third getting intense, a red flag came out ending the race. With the final podium position up for grabs between Gloddy and two other riders, Gloddy came out on top with another third-place finish.

Gloddy closes out round seven at Barber Motorsports Park in fourth place in the championship points standings. 20 points behind third and 29 points behind second.

For Sponsorship Opportunities please contact:

Dale Quarterley – [email protected] Phone: 413-218-6464

Rider Connection:

Ben Gloddy – [email protected]

bengloddyracing.com

Some of Ben’s personal sponsors include: The Big S, SDM298 Racing, D’Andrea Foods, Penguin Racing School, Moto-Pizza, Woodcraft Technologies, First Trax Sports Shop, American Supercamp, Roche Realty Group, Stump Racing Kids, Arai Helmets, Freedom Cycle NH, C. Allaert, Tink’s Customs, Looney Bin, CFO Speed Shop, JC Tinting, REB Graphics, Innovative Motorsports, A&B Lock, Finn’s Garage, MotoLiberty, Inter-tech, Fast Bike Industries, Yoshimura and Fast By Ferracci

MotoGP: Crutchlow Injured During Medical Check

David Swarts

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September 23, 2020

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MotoGP: Crutchlow Injured During Medical Check

CRUTCHLOW’S CONDITION UPDATE

23 September 2020 | Barcelona

As planned, today LCR Honda CASTROL rider Cal Crutchlow arrived in Barcelona and went to see Dr. Xavier Mir for a final check on his right forearm, previous to the GRAN PREMI MONSTER ENERGY DE CATALUNYA. The scar appears to be healing and is in much better condition than last week.

Unfortunately, upon his arrival to Circuit de Catalunya, Crutchlow slipped as he stepped out of the PCR Testing Booth, rupturing his left ankle’s ligaments as confirmed by Dr. Max Ibañez, member of Dr. Mir’s team. Nevertheless, despite this misfortune, Cal and the team will try their best to regularly start the Catalan GP on Friday.

BMW Introduces 212-Horsepower, Aero-Equipped M 1000 RR

David Swarts

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September 23, 2020

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BMW Introduces 212-Horsepower, Aero-Equipped M 1000 RR

The new BMW M RR: Pure racing technology for the highest performance requirements in motor sports and on the road.

BMW Motorrad already introduced the successful M vehicle offer strategy at the end of 2018 for motorcycles and has been offering M optional equipment and M performance parts ever since. With the new BMW M 1000 RR – in the following referred to as M RR in short – the first M model from BMW Motorrad based on the S 1000 RR (RR for short) is now celebrating its world premiere. BMW Motorrad follows the philosophy of the strongest letter in the world: M stands worldwide for success in motor racing and the fascination of high-performance BMW models and is aimed at customers with particularly high demands relating to performance, exclusiveness and individuality.

With an engine output of 156 kW (212 HP), a DIN vehicle kerb weight of only 192 kg and a suspension and aerodynamics designed for maximum race track performance, the new M RR meets the main expectations in the top segment of Superbikes.

M RR four-cylinder engine based on the RR engine for racing sport. More peak power and increased maximum engine speed.

The engine of the new M 1000 RR is more power than the engine in the current S 1000 RR. Photo courtesy BMW Motorrad. — The engine in the new M 1000 RR makes more power than the engine in the current S 1000 RR. Photo courtesy BMW Motorrad.

The new M RR uses a water-cooled four-cylinder in-line engine based on the RR power train with BMW ShiftCam technology for varying valve timing and valve lift that has been modified comprehensively in the direction of a racing sport engine. It achieves its peak output of 156 kW (212 HP) at 14,500 rpm. The maximum torque of 113 Nm is applied at 11,000 rpm. In addition to a maximum speed increased to 15,100 rpm, the M RR engine has extensive technical optimisations such as new 2-ring forged pistons from Mahle, adapted combustion chambers, compression increased to 13.5, longer and lighter titanium connecting rods from Pankl, slimmer and lighter rocker arms, fully machined intake ports with new duct geometry as well as optimisations on camshafts and intake area. The lightweight exhaust system is also made of titanium. The new M RR engine is even more powerful than the RR power train in the range from 6,000 rpm to 15,100 rpm, a range that is particularly relevant for race track driving dynamics, but without losing its qualities as a fascinating source of power for sporty driving on country roads.

M winglets and high windscreen: Braking later and accelerating earlier thanks to the aerodynamic downforce without any reduction in maximum speed.

The M 1000 RR comes with aerodynamic winglets. Photo courtesy BMW Motorrad.

The aerodynamics were a decisive point in the technical specifications for development work of the M RR. In addition to a maximum speed that is as high as possible and absolutely necessary for winning races, there was another objective in the technical specifications of the M RR: to establish the best possible contact of the wheels with the road – especially when accelerating. The M winglets on the trim front, which were developed during intensive testing on the race track and in the BMW Group’s wind tunnel and are made of clear-coat carbon, take this into account as they produce aerodynamic downforce and thus additional wheel loads according to the speed. The additional wheel load on the front wheel counteracts wheelie inclination, traction control regulates less, more driving power is converted into acceleration and the driver achieves faster lap times. The effect of the winglets is also noticeable in curves and when braking, the downforce allows later braking and ensures increased cornering stability.

Chassis design trimmed for race track use with modified geometry, optimised wheel load distribution and extended adjustability of the swinging arm pivot point.

The M 1000 RR comes with an adjustable swingarm pivot. Photo courtesy BMW Motorrad. — The M 1000 RR comes with an adjustable swingarm pivot, adjustable rearsets, and a switchable gear shifter. Photo courtesy BMW Motorrad.

The chassis of the new M RR is based on the RR with the bridge frame made of aluminium at its centrepiece. It has an optimised upside-down fork as well as a revised central spring strut with blue spring and Full Floater Pro kinematics. The primary objective of the chassis design was to achieve the best possible lap times on the race track. The chassis of the M RR is therefore uncompromisingly designed for the race track, but also convinces with qualities for country roads. Special attention was paid to optimising drivability, the braking and anti-squat control as well as the best possible feeling of the driver for the front and rear wheel.

M brakes for the first time at BMW Motorrad as well as M carbon wheels as standard.

The M 1000 RR comes with M brakes and carbon-fiber wheels. Photo courtesy BMW Motorrad.

With the new M RR, there is a BMW motorcycle with an M brake for the first time – like the M vehicles of BMW M GmbH. It was developed directly from the experience with the racing brakes of BMW Motorrad company racing machines in the Superbike World Championship and provides maximum fading stability and controllability. Externally, the M brake callipers have a blue anodised coating in combination with the M logo. With the M carbon wheels, the new M RR has more high-tech components for maximum performance on the race track and road.

Instrument cluster with perfectly readable 6.5-inch TFT display and OBD interface that can be used with activation code for the M GPS data logger and M GPS laptrigger.

The cockpit of the BMW M 1000 RR. Photo courtesy BMW Motorrad.

The instrument cluster of the new M RR has the same basic design as the RR and has an M start animation. As part of the optional equipment, an activation code (contents of M competition package) can be used to provide comprehensive data material for the use of the M GPS laptrigger and M GPS data logger (Original BMW Motorrad Accessories) via the OBD interface of the instrument cluster.

Born for racing: M design and dynamic form language of the M RR indicate ultimate race track performance.

The new M RR emphasises its racing genes with the light white solid paint/M Sport colour scheme in the basic colours light blue, dark blue and red. Further features of the M RR are the engine covers in granite grey and the fuel filler cap painted black.

Uncompromising in design and technology: The M RR with M competition package.

For those who are still not satisfied with the new M RR in standard trim, the M competition package provides a fascinating mixture of classy components for the racing technology gourmet and the aesthete at the same time. In addition to the M GPS laptrigger software and the corresponding activation code, the M competition package also includes the M milled parts package, the M carbon package as well as a silver 220 g lighter swinging arm, the friction-optimised, maintenance-free and DLC-coated M Endurance chain and the passenger package including tail-hump cover.

The left side of the M 1000 RR. Photo courtesy BMW Motorrad.

The highlights of the new BMW M 1000 RR.

• M RR four-cylinder engine based on the RR engine for racing sport. Even more peak power, higher torque in the medium range and 500 rpm more maximum speed.

• 156 kW output at 14 500 rpm and thus 4 kW more than in the RR. Maximum torque of 113 Nm at 11 000 rpm.

• New 2-ring forged piston 12 g lighter, adapted combustion chamber and compression increased to 13.5. In addition, slimmer and lighter rocker arms.

• Fully machined intake ports with new duct geometry and BMW ShiftCam technology for varying the valve control time and valve lift.

• Titanium valves, on the exhaust side with new spring assembly, slimmer and 6 % lighter rocker arms and optimised camshafts.

• Very light, compact engine block with longer and 85 g lighter titanium connecting rods from Pankl for reduced friction power and less weight.

• Anti-hopping clutch without self-reinforcing for optimum Launch Control.

• Optimised differentiated intake system with shorter intake funnels for optimised gas exchange at high rotational speeds.

• New, 3,657 g lighter exhaust system with exhaust manifold, front silencer and rear silencer made of titanium.

• M winglets and high windscreen: Braking later and accelerating earlier and more stability when cornering thanks to the aerodynamic downforce without any reduction in maximum speed.

• “Rain”, “Road”, “Dynamic”, “Race”“ and “Race Pro1-3” riding modes and the latest generation of the Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) and DTC wheelie function with 6-axle sensor box.

• Two adjustable characteristic throttle curves for optimum response characteristics. Engine brake with threefold adjustable engine drag torque in “Race Pro” mode.

• Shift assistant Pro for shifting gears up and down without clutch. Simple reversibility of the shift pattern for race track use.

• Launch Control for perfect race starts and Pit-Lane-Limiter for precise speed in the pit lane.

• Hill Start Control Pro for convenient starting on slopes.

• Chassis design trimmed for race track use with modified geometry, optimised wheel load distribution and extended adjustability of the swinging arm pivot point.

• Optimised upside-down fork and revised central spring strut with Full Floater Pro kinematics.

• M brakes for the first time at BMW Motorrad: The M RR with maximum braking performance for the race track.

• M carbon wheels: Classy high-tech components for maximum performance on race track and road.

• Instrument cluster with large, perfectly readable 6.5-inch TFT display, starting animation with M logo and OBD interface that can be used with activation code for the M GPS data logger and M GPS laptrigger.

• Lightweight M battery, USB charging socket in the rear, powerful integrated LED light units and heated grips.

• M design and dynamic form language indicate ultimate race track performance.

• M competition package with M GPS laptrigger and activation code, M milled parts package, M carbon package, silver, 220 g lighter swinging arm, DLC-coated M endurance chain and passenger package including tail-hump cover.

• Comprehensive optional accessories and optional equipment ex works.

Motogladiator Race Results From Summit Point

David Swarts

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September 22, 2020

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Motogladiator

Summit Point Motorsport Park

Shenandoah Circuit

Summit Point, West Virginia

Sept. 20, 2020

Race Results:

Race 1

Superbike (390cc) Expert:

1. Scott Fallen (Kaw Ninja 300)

Superbike (390cc) Amateur:

1. Morgan Ezell (Kaw Ninja 300)

2. Mathew Nilsen (Kaw Ninja 300)

3. Nicholas Buchanan (Kaw Ninja 300)

4. Greg King (Kaw Ninja 300)

5. Daniel Swart (Kaw Ninja 300)

6. Tristan Picard (Kaw Ninja 250)

Supermoto Expert:

1. Matt Lamb (Hon CRF450RX)

2. Ryan Donagher (KTM 450)

3. John Tan (KTM EXC500)

Supermoto Amateur:

1. Matt Yarnell (Husq FS450)

2. Chandler Helton (Husq FS450)

3. Joseph Katzberg (KTM 250SX)

4. Reed Johnson (Husq FS450)

5. Sarah Lamb (Yam WR450R)

Race 2

Superbike (390cc) Expert:

1. Scott Fallen (Kaw Ninja 300)

Superbike (390cc) Amateur:

1. Mathew Nilsen (Kaw Ninja 300)

2. Morgan Ezell (Kaw Ninja 300)

3. Nicholas Buchanan (Kaw Ninja 300)

4. Chance Picard (Kaw Ninja 250)

5. Greg King (Kaw Ninja 300)

6. Anthony Shave (Yam YZF-R3)

Ninja (400cc) Amateur:

1. John Miller (Kaw Ninja 400)

Supermoto Expert:

1. Matt Lamb (Hon CRF450RX)

2. Ryan Donagher (KTM 450)

3. John Tan (KTM EXC500)

Supermoto Amateur:

1. Matt Yarnell (Husq FS450)

2. Chandler Helton (Husq FS450)

3. Joseph Katzberg (KTM 250SX)

4. Reed Johnson (Husq FS450)

5. Sarah Lamb (Yam WR450)

Podcast: Greg’s Garage Pod With Jason Pridmore, Episode 94

September 24, 2020

Greg’s Garage Pod with Co-Host Jason Pridmore – A motorcycle racing Pod about MotoGP, MotoAmerica, and World Superbike, Pro Motocross, American Flat Track, Supercross, and more. In this episode Co-Hosts Greg White and Jason Pridmore talk:

ARAI Helmets News – American Rossi Moor wins in Europe and more!

MotoAmerica – Barber Motorsports Park review of all 5 classes.

WorldSBk – Catalunya. American Garrett Gerloff answers the question from last week… can he get his best finish of the season? Oh YES! Plus all the classes.

MotoGP – Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli #2. The crazy MotoGP season continues in fine style!

Race Calendar – Info about, MotoGP, FIM World Endurance, AMA Pro Motocross, and more, as racing goes on all over the world.

Campus Circuit Parcmotor Training Center Opens Near Barcelona

September 24, 2020

Campus Circuit Parcmotor joins the Road to MotoGP™

A world-leading facility aimed at helping young motorcycling talent to learn and grow is now open in Castellolì near Barcelona

Thursday, 24 September 2020

Dorna Sports is delighted to announce a new addition to the Road to MotoGP™ programme: Campus Circuit Parcmotor, a high-performance motorsport centre near Barcelona. Based in Castellolì, the campus is the first of its kind in the world.

The Campus Circuit Parcmotor complex is spread over 800,000 square metres of terrain, with a 4.1km speed circuit as well as motocross, dirt track and supermotard training opportunities – and road and mountain bicycle training areas. Providing a perfect place to train and learn, or even a place where riders can be based throughout a season, the campus has everything in one place for a young rider to flourish and work towards the next step in their careers.

The motorcycle training programme at the campus covers every skill a rider needs, and has been overseen by Alberto Puig, a Grand Prix winner, renowned talent spotter and now the Repsol Honda Team manager in MotoGP™. Riders can also rent the machinery they need at the campus, ensuring they are all able to make the most of the incredible facilities and programmes on site.

As well as the areas made for motorcycle training, the campus also offers a skill-focused space, including classrooms. Courses to help riders develop their skills in English, engineering, telemetry, Spanish, sport psychology and safety awareness are all offered, imparting valuable knowledge and giving riders chance to develop off track as well as on track. There is also chill out area, always an invaluable companion to physical training.

In addition, the campus can provide everything from administrative help for young riders moving to Spain to mentoring, physiotherapy and more; creating a one-stop place for riders to get support with everything they need. In partnership with ETG, the campus can also offer its riders a chance to compete in the FIM Moto3™ Junior World Championship, taking care of all the riders’ arrangements, flights, transfers and accommodation together with the team, ensuring the rider is able to focus solely on competing.

Xavier Bartrolí, President of Circuit Parcmotor Castellolí: “It is an honour to be part of this ambitious project together with leading partners in the sector such as Dorna and ICATME. This great new opportunity we have been offered will allow the Anoia area to be a benchmark not only in competition and motorsport but also in the training of young riders.”

Carmelo Ezpeleta, CEO of Dorna Sports: “We are very proud to welcome the Campus Circuit Parcmotor to the Road to MotoGP and support the first facility of its kind in the world. At Dorna we have always been committed to talent promotion and our core values in supporting young riders fit perfectly with those of Campus Circuit Parcmotor – understanding that getting better as a rider and athlete is a 360 project and is not just about skill on the bike. The amazing range of facilities and services offered at Campus Circuit Parcmotor will ensure that the riders who visit the campus will have the best chance they possibly could in becoming part of the next generations of champions, and it makes me very happy to know that their futures will be in expert hands.”

MotoGP: Crutchlow Ruled Fit To Ride At Catalunya

September 24, 2020

Cal Crutchlow (35). Photo courtesy LCR Honda.

CRUTCHLOW FIT TO RETURN FOR CATALUNYA GP

24 September 2020 | Catalan GP Preview

Cal Crutchlow has been passed fit to compete in the Catalunya GP this weekend. The LCR Honda CASTROL rider was forced to sit out the back-to-back races in Misano having suffered complications following arm pump surgery and compounded that misfortune by damaging his ankle in Barcelona on Wednesday.

After seeing medical staff, who were satisfied with the recovery of his forearm, Crutchlow slipped at the Circuit de Catalunya and strained ligaments in his left ankle. But the injury has not proved as serious as first feared and the 34-year-old will now be back in the MotoGP field when free practice gets underway on Friday.

Cal Crutchlow

“After the checks I had again today, this time on my ankle, it seems that I did a good job yesterday evening recovering well and the ankle is better than it was yesterday and the situation is better. So I’m now really looking forward to starting the Monster Energy Catalunya Grand Prix this weekend.”

MotoGP: Four Riders Within Four Championship Points

September 23, 2020

The start of the MotoGP race at Misano II. Photo courtesy Michelin. — The start of the MotoGP race at Misano II in 2020. Photo courtesy Michelin.