MotoGP: World Championship Staying In Europe

David Swarts

-

July 31, 2020

MotoGP: World Championship Staying In Europe

UPDATED 2020 Calendar with a total of 15 Grands Prix

Another Grand Prix in Europe added to the 2020 calendar as Argentina, Thailand and Malaysia are cancelled

The FIM, IRTA and Dorna Sports regret to announce the cancellation of the Gran Premio Motul de la Republica Argentina, OR Thailand Grand Prix and Shell Malaysia Motorcycle Grand Prix in 2020. Previously postponed, the ongoing coronavirus outbreak and resulting complications now sadly oblige the cancellation of the events to be confirmed.

However, it can now be revealed that an additional Grand Prix is to be added to the 2020 FIM MotoGP™ World Championship calendar. After the Gran Premio Motul de la Comunitat Valenciana, another race weekend will take place from the 20th to the 22nd of November at a venue in Europe, becoming the 2020 season finale. Further details on the host venue will be confirmed on Monday the 10th of August.

In addition, a new agreement has been reached with the promoters of the Thai GP that confirms Chang International Circuit will remain on the FIM MotoGP™ World Championship calendar until at least 2026. The racing in Buriram has been incredible since the venue joined the calendar in 2018, with the unique final corner never failing to deliver a thrill. Although the event will sadly not take place in 2020, MotoGP™ can now look forward to many more years of spectacular battles at one of the flagship motorsport venues in Asia.

Furthermore, Dorna has already begun working with the Promoters of Argentina and Malaysian GPs to define possible dates to propose to the FIM for the events in 2021, with plans in place to welcome fans back to the Autodromo Termas de Rio Hondo and Sepang International Circuit, respectively.

The Autodromo Termas de Rio Hondo first joined the MotoGP™ calendar in 2014 and has put on a vibrant Grand Prix every year since. The grandstands are always packed as fans travel to the venue from across Latin America, with Argentinians joined by crowds from Brazil, Chile, Peru, Colombia, Uruguay, Bolivia, Paraguay and more.

Sepang International Circuit is the longest serving venue of the three and first hosted MotoGP™ in 1999. A true world leader then as now, the track is one of the longest and most challenging of the season, staging some all-time classic races. Sepang also serves up a unique experience for fans sat in the iconic grandstand complex along the main straight and into the final corner, putting spectators into the heart of the action, surrounded by the sound of MotoGP™ at full throttle.

Dorna Sports CEO Carmelo Ezpeleta: “It is with great sadness that we announce the cancellation of the Argentina, Thailand and Malaysian Grands Prix this season, and they will be very much missed on the 2020 calendar. The passion of the fans who often travel across continents to enjoy MotoGP with us in Termas de Rio Hondo, Buriram and Sepang is incredible, creating as they do such an incredible atmosphere and welcome for the sport. However, we are delighted to add another Grand Prix in Europe to the 2020 calendar, and reveal our new agreement that will see MotoGP racing in Thailand and Buriram until at least 2026. We are very much looking forward to returning to Thailand, Argentina and Malaysia next year and as always, I would like to thank the fans for their patience and understanding.”

FIM President Jorge Viegas: “I would like to thank Dorna, all the teams, the national federations and local organisers for enabling us to get back on track. In doing so, we adapt every day and we will have a very complete and competitive FIM MotoGP World Championship in 2020. The location of the 15th Grand Prix will be announced soon, and we will be back – stronger than ever!”

2020 FIM MotoGP World Championship Schedule (as of July 31, 2020):

March 6-8 Qatar*(Moto2 & Moto3 only) Losail International Circuit

July 17-19 Spain Circuito de Jerez-Ángel Nieto

July 24-26 Andalucía Circuito de Jerez-Ángel Nieto

August 7-9 Czech Republic Automotodrom Brno

August 14-16 Austria Red Bull Ring-Spielberg

August 21-23 Styria Red Bull Ring-Spielberg

September 11-13 San Marino e Della Riviera di Rimini Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli

September 18-20 Emilia Romagna e Della Riviera di Rimini Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli

September 25-27 Catalunya Barcelona – Catalunya

October 9-11 France Le Mans

October 16-18 Aragón MotorLand Aragón

October 23-25 Teruel MotorLand Aragón

November 6-8 Europe Comunitat Valenciana-Ricardo Tormo

November 13-15 Comunitat Valenciana Comunitat Valenciana-Ricardo Tormo

November 20-22 To be announced To be announced

World Superbike: Baz Quickest, Gerloff 10th In FP1 At Jerez

David Swarts

-

July 31, 2020

0

World Superbike: Baz Quickest, Gerloff 10th In FP1 At Jerez

SBK FP1

Suzuki SV650 Project: Building A MotoAmerica Winner, Part 4, July Issue

Feature

Trudy Ulrich

-

July 30, 2020

0

Suzuki SV650 Project: Building A MotoAmerica Winner, Part 4, July Issue

Featured In the July 2020 issue of Roadracing World:

With the days flying by and a test day and the first MotoAmerica race of the 2019 season coming up quickly, it became obvious that the SV650 project was running behind.

At that point, Racing Editor Chris Ulrich made a command decision to pack up everything having to do with the SV650 project and haul it across the country from California to the Team Hammer race shop in Alabama—relatively close to the opening round at Road Atlanta—and to bring in Team Hammer Supersport and Superbike mechanics to help finish the builds.

—Suzuki SV650 Project: Part Four, by John Ulrich

When crunch time hit, the SV650 project brought in serious manpower. Learn what went into the heart of the spunky V-Twin, and how it worked out, in the latest installment of the Suzuki SV650 Racebike Project series in Roadracing World.

Roadracing World & Motorcycle Technology is THE definitive source for motorcycle racing, riding, and tech information.

PREVIEW the July 2020 Issue of Roadracing World!

Roadracing World & Motorcycle Technology magazine is available in print and digital formats. SUBSCRIBE NOW . Or call (909) 654-4779, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time, Monday through Friday. Available at Cycle Gear and other motorcycle retailers.

Visit www.roadracingworld.com daily for breaking news and events.

Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/roadracingworld

Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com @roadracingworld

Follow us on Instagram https://instagram.com @roadracing_world

World Superbike: Gerloff: “I Can’t Wait To Get Started”

David Swarts

-

July 30, 2020

0

World Superbike: Gerloff: “I Can’t Wait To Get Started”

WorldSBK Returns As Yamaha Teams Prepare to Resume Battle in Jerez

Five months after the opener in Phillip Island, the FIM Superbike World Championship is making its long-awaited return to racing this weekend, as the Pata Yamaha WorldSBK Official Team, GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Junior Team, and the Ten Kate Yamaha WorldSBK Supported Team look forward to continuing their strong starts to the 2020 campaign at the Spanish venue of Circuito de Jerez.

For Pata Yamaha, they will hope for a repeat of their success in Phillip Island, where Toprak Razgatlıoğlu rode to a superb victory in the opening race of the season on his debut with the Yamaha R1. The Turkish star would make the podium again in the Tissot Superpole race but was forced to retire from Race 2 with a technical issue while battling among the front-runners. He has been on the podium before in Jerez, finishing third in the second race last year, and showed good potential in the Barcelona test.

On the other side of the garage, Michael van der Mark had an equally impressive showing in the Australian opener. The Dutch rider just missed out on a podium finish across the three races, but was never more than a second away from the rostrum, and his consistency puts him just three points off his teammate in the riders’ standings. The 2014 Supersport World Champion tasted victory at Jerez last year with the Pata Yamaha squad and will certainly be one of the favourites heading into the weekend.

In the GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Junior Team camp, Federico Caricasulo is another who’s been successful at the Spanish venue. The Italian has twice stood on top of the WorldSSP rostrum at Jerez, winning there in both 2017 and 2019, and will now benefit from experience gained during his maiden WorldSBK outing in Phillip Island.

Teammate and former MotoAmerica Superbike Championship star Garrett Gerloff has only ridden the 4.428 km circuit during pre-season testing, but showed at the Phillip Island circuit on his debut in March that he’s quick to adapt and the Texan is looking to be back inside the points for round two.

Loris Baz of Ten Kate Yamaha is no stranger to racing at the Circuito de Jerez, and took the WorldSBK pole position here in 2014. It’s also where he made his return to the championship with Yamaha last year, and the French rider will look to build on a strong and consistent 2020 opener, as well as a promising Barcelona test.

Friday kicks off WorldSBK’s return to action, with Free Practice 1 and 2 at 11:30 and 15:00 (local time) respectively. Following a final Free Practice on Saturday at 09:00, the Superpole at 11:00 will decide the grids for the first race after 154 days at 14:00. The Tissot Superpole Race will begin at 11:00 on Sunday, before race two concludes the Jerez round at 14:00.

Toprak Razgatlıoğlu: Pata Yamaha WorldSBK Official Team

“I am very happy to be back, it’s going to be a hot one for all riders but now we are ready for the race. I’m feeling a little more pressure because this is World Superbikes and now I have more expectations from my win in Phillip Island. The hot conditions are going to make things tough so we will need a good set-up in order to conserve the tyres. This race is very important for me as I need some good points for the championship. For the first three laps it will be fine, but after that is where you start feeling the effects of the heat and when the bike starts to slide, so tyre conservation will be critical.”

Michael van der Mark: Pata Yamaha WorldSBK Official Team

“I’m so happy that we can finally go back racing after such a long period without it. We were testing a couple of weeks ago in Barcelona, but now it’s finally time to get going again properly. I feel more than ready, it’s going to be different than what we’re used to, but it’s the same for everybody. I have such a great feeling with the bike and we still remember the Phillip Island races. In Jerez we can be really competitive and we have goals to fight for the podium and the victory. I’m looking forward to this weekend, it’ll be hard and tough, but I’m ready and so is the team.”

Federico Caricasulo: GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Junior Team

“I’m very excited to start again after five months. I worked a lot at home during this period, riding some of my own bikes and training as much as possible. At the last test the feeling was pretty good, and we made a positive step. I’m definitely ready to start again at Jerez and then do it all again straightaway at Portimão.”

Garrett Gerloff: GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Junior Team

“It’s definitely been a long four to five months off and I’ve been trying to use that time productively. I spent a lot of time working on myself, on the mental side alongside the usual physical training. I feel like I’m in a good place and I’m positive going into the first race back, which really feels like the opening round again. I’m just looking forward to getting back into a normal rhythm and hitting the track to learn as much as possible and get the best results I can. Finally we’re back at it and I can’t wait to get started in Jerez.”

Loris Baz: Ten Kate Yamaha WorldSBK Supported Team

“Really happy to be back, like everyone is I imagine. It’s been way too long to be back racing, it feels like it was last year. It’s going to be fun, I’m ready for the heat of Jerez. We’ve been working well during this period, so we will see where we are. I was happy with the speed in Barcelona testing, but we still have to find a few tenths and be more consistent on the tyres. I think that will be the main job in Jerez – to find a good set-up that allows us to go fast for as many laps as possible. I’ve been watching the MotoGP a lot and consistency is key. It will be interesting and I’m so happy to be back with my second family at Yamaha and Ten Kate Yamaha, and to be getting back on the bike.”

KTM Selling RC16 MotoGP Racebikes

David Swarts

-

July 30, 2020

0

THE FASTEST OPTION: 2019 MOTOGP™ KTM RC16S UP FOR GRABS

MotoGP news

There is a wide choice of rapid and pulse-raising motorcycles in the KTM portfolio but the chance to own the fastest and most technically advanced of the lot is now within reach.

KTM Motorsports are putting two race-prepped 2019 KTM RC16s up for sale as part of an ultra-exclusive MotoGP package. The motorcycle marked an important step forward for the factory in their young Grand Prix project, now just four years in existence. Pol Espargaro used the bike to qualify on the front row of the start grid at Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli and logged eight top ten finishes and 100 FIM World Championship points in the brightest season yet for KTM in the world’s premium road racing series.

The new owners of the milestone MotoGP KTM technology will enjoy other benefits. These include:

-A full set of Pol Espargaro’s race leathers

-A signed Espargaro race helmet

-A VIP MotoGP Event Pack for any 2021 event*. The experience includes a behind-the-scenes tour, a meet-and-greet with the MotoGP riders and a full set of Red Bull KTM Factory Racing team wear

-Weekend access to the Red Bull Energy Station unit with full catering and refreshment options

A 2019 KTM RC16 and all the MotoGP trimmings can be obtained for a price of 288,000 euros (excluding VAT).

(Editorial Note: That’s about $340,685 USD at current exchange rates.)

Serious enquiries should be directed to [email protected] whereupon KTM reserve the right to compile a buyers list and make a final decision on the destination of the two race bikes.
More information available in the attached document.

*subject to circuit accessibility

Ride To Win With Harley-Davidson’s “Let’s Ride Challenge”

David Swarts

-

July 30, 2020

0

Ride To Win With Harley-Davidson’s “Let’s Ride Challenge”

HARLEY-DAVIDSON INVITES YOU TO RIDE TO WIN WITH THE LET’S RIDE CHALLENGE

It’s Time to Ride

MILWAUKEE – For more than 117 years, the experience of two wheels is Harley-Davidson’s contribution to the world to bring people together and help riders experience freedom for the soul. Now, more than ever, Harley-Davidson is showcasing the power of riding with the Let’s Ride Challenge.

Through riding-related activities, participants earn Let’s Ride Challenge entries for a chance to win prizes celebrating the community and spirit of two wheels including a custom 2020 Harley-Davidson Low Rider® S motorcycle and weekly drawings for additional prizes.

“More than building machines, Harley-Davidson stands for the timeless pursuit of adventure,” said Jon Bekefy, General Manager of Brand Marketing. “The Let’s Ride Challenge is Harley-Davidson’s invitation for all riders in this challenging time to rediscover adventure through socially-distanced riding to find freedom for the soul.”

Let’s Ride Challenge

Riders can earn entries by participating in the following:

Join the Let’s Ride Challenge to earn 5 entries

Join the Let’s Ride challenge on the Harley-Davidson app and track miles

Ride 0 – 600 miles to earn 5 entries

Ride 601-1200 miles to earn an additional 5 entries

Demo Harley-Davidson® motorcycles

Demo a Harley-Davidson® motorcycle for 5 entries

Take a second demo ride for an additional 5 entries

Take Harley-Davidson Riding Academy New Rider Course and learn to ride to earn 15 entries

Ride Epic Rides

As part of the Let’s Ride Challenge, Harley-Davidson has curated rides from passionate members of the Harley-Davidson community and dealerships to provide new ways to get out of the garage and start riding again.

There are three types of rides to explore through a dealership or through the app, all while promoting safe and socially-distant riding:

Short Rides: It may have been a minute since the last ride around the block or seeing something new. These short rides can help mix up the daily routine.

Day Ride: Nothing helps seize the riding season more than a full day of riding. These day rides help plan an epic day trip.

Overnight Ride: Take a ride to celebrate what it means to get on the open road, all without crossing state lines. These rides will help plan an epic ride while riding responsibly.

We invite all riders, and riders of all skill levels, to celebrate life on two wheels:

Ask a local Harley-Davidson dealership about rides with fellow motorcyclists to experience new ways to interact with the riding community and discover new rides.

Download the Harley-Davidson App to plan a route, share it with friends, track a ride, and find epic rides nearby.

Win a Custom Harley-Davidson Low Rider® S Motorcycle

This customized 2020 Low Rider S motorcycle celebrates how the culture and community of motorcycle rallies have inspired Harley-Davidson motorcycle designs. The custom Low Rider S motorcycle is inspired by the 1980 FXB Sturgis and features a 117 Stage IV kit and a bevy of Harley-Davidson Parts and Accessories.

In addition, every week a winner will be randomly selected to win an assortment of Harley-Davidson General Merchandise and a Yoder Smokers™ Competition Pellet Grill.

Enter the challenge on July 31st and explore all the ways to win at H-D.com/LetsRide.

Jere Starks Inducted Into Sonoma Raceway Wall Of Fame

David Swarts

-

July 30, 2020

0

Jere Starks Inducted Into Sonoma Raceway Wall Of Fame

SONOMA, Calif. – Long-time Sonoma Raceway executive Jere Starks, who oversaw the physical transformation of the raceway into one of the nation’s premier motorsports venues, has been inducted into the Sonoma Raceway Wall of Fame.

Starks first came to the facility as a construction contractor in the early 1990s, and recently concluded his 26-year career at the raceway.

Since joining then-Sears Point Raceway full time in 1994, Starks’ accomplishments included oversight of the $90 million modernization of the facility from 1999-2002. The massive project included moving nearly 10 million cubic yards of dirt to create hillside terrace seats at Turns 2, 3, 4, 7 and 9, roads for better internal traffic circulation, expanded viewing areas, underground pedestrian tunnels and the separation of the road course from the drag strip, as well as the construction of competitor garages, permanent restrooms, the start/finish grandstand and the extension of pit road.

Starks spent the duration of his career managing the maintenance of Sonoma Raceway’s 1,600-acre property and facility preparation for annual visits from the NASCAR Cup Series and NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series, among others. He also managed annual capital improvement projects, including the construction of The Point in 2019, the Real Strong Humboldt Redwood Deck above Turn 2 and Grill Garden shaded terraces at Turns 2 and 9.

Starks’ career also involved ushering the facility through a number of natural disasters, including the 6.0-magnitude South Napa earthquake in 2014, as well as the Sonoma County fires in 2017. Starks, an avid motorcycle rider, worked to continuously improve on-track safety, including redesigned portions of the track at Turns 1, 10 and 11, the addition of more than 100 pieces catchfence and increased run-off around the circuit.

Jere Starks. Photo courtesy Sonoma Raceway.

Starks was involved in many of the raceway’s charitable and community efforts, including Speedway Children’s Charities and the annual Motorcycle Food Drive Ride. He helped found 3J’s Motorcycle Track Days and raised more than $506,000 for worthy causes over 23 charity track days. In addition, he is a member of the Teen Services Sonoma Board of Directors.

“Jere Starks’ DNA is in every square inch of this facility,” said Sonoma Raceway President and General Manager Steve Page. “I was fortunate to work alongside him for nearly three decades and to benefit from his experience and wisdom as we re-imagined the raceway and all of its modern features. There is no one more deserving of this honor.”

Starks’ likeness has been engraved onto the raceway’s Wall of Fame, which is located on the back of the Main Grandstand in the main paddock. He is the 26th member of the raceway’s Wall of Fame, joining fellow Speedway Motorsports and raceway inductees, including O. Bruton Smith (2006), Joe W. Huffaker (2007), John Cardinale (2013), Georgia Seipel (2018) and raceway founder Robert Marshall (2019).

“I’m overwhelmed at the honor of being on the Sonoma Raceway Wall of Fame with so many others who are on there for some compelling reason,” said Starks. “It wasn’t an individual effort, it was a group effort. That wall will be there forever, and it’s a total honor.“

Louie Gentine Joins Road America Board Of Directors

David Swarts

-

July 30, 2020

0

Louie Gentine Joins Road America Board Of Directors

LOUIE GENTINE APPOINTED TO

THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR ROAD AMERICA

ELKHART LAKE, Wis., July 28, 2020 – Elkhart Lake’s Road America Inc., recently announced the addition of Louie Gentine to its Board of Directors. Gentine is the Chief Executive Officer for Sargento Foods and succeeds his father Lou, who retired from the board after 19 years of exemplary service.

“On behalf of the Board of Directors, we want to extend our appreciation to Lou for his many years of dedicated service to the shareholders, employees and fans of Road America,” said Ron Pace, Chairman of the Board of Elkhart Lake’s Road America Inc. “We are equally excited to have Louie join our Board of Directors and share his insight and experience as we continue into the future.”

Previous to his position as CEO of Sargento, Gentine worked as a commercial lender at American National Bank in Chicago for three years following his graduation from the University of Notre Dame with a BBA in Finance. He completed his MBA at Loyola and returned to Sargento in 2000.

Louie is an experienced executive with 20 years of experience at his family’s $1.4 billion company. He has held leadership roles in marketing, production, and procurement where he was able to learn and experience multiple functions at the company. In addition to developing the broader Sargento Family, Louie has created an educational program for the family’s 4th generation family members.

Louie is married to Paula. They have four children and live in Plymouth, Wisconsin. In his free time, he enjoys doing outdoor activities such as hiking, hunting, biking, running, downhill skiing and working on projects on his property.

In addition to being involved in many community activities, he is a board member of the International Dairy Foods Association, the Consumer Brands Association, Lakeside Foods, and is the President of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul store in Plymouth. He is also co-chair for the 2020-2021 Sheboygan County United Way campaign.

###

About Road America: Established in 1955, Road America is conveniently located between Milwaukee and Green Bay in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin. The world’s best racers have competed at this legendary four-mile, 14-turn road circuit for over 60 years. Along with over 500 events held seasonally at the 640-acre facility, several major weekends are open to the public, which include the IndyCar Series, the MotoAmerica Series, three vintage racing events, numerous Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) events, the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, and NASCAR. Road America’s park-like grounds offer amazing viewing opportunities, numerous camping options, fantastic concessions, and high-speed excitement to hundreds of thousands of spectators each year. Fans can also stay and play in cabins located conveniently on the grounds and find all sorts of souvenirs, collectibles, and apparel at the 7,500 sq. ft Paddock Shop. Affectionately known by many as America’s National Park of Speed, Road America can accommodate groups of all sizes including weddings and corporate events in the Tufte Conference Center. In addition to public race weekends, Road America offers a variety of group event programs including geocaching, disc golf, and off-road adventure tours, karting and the Road America Motorcycle and Driving Schools. For more information, visit www.roadamerica.com Follow Road America on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or YouTube or call 800-365-7223

CMRA: Ryan Max Johnson Wins Three At MotorSport Ranch

David Swarts

-

July 29, 2020

0

CMRA: Ryan Max Johnson Wins Three At MotorSport Ranch

Ryan Max Johnson started the day by setting a blistering pace in the Lightweight Expert Race and finally shattering the Lightweight division lap record with a 1:18.613. Daniel Adams and Isaiah Burleson rounded out the top three. Mikey Sanchez took the top spot in the Novice division.

In A Superbike Expert Doug Frenchak took the top spot with JC Camacho and Alan Phillips coming in second and third.

In the CMRA Premier Classes Isaiah Burleson took the win in 500 GP Expert with Steven Shakespeare and Dezrae Caldwell rounding out the top three.

Kevin Olmedo took the win in C Superbike Expert with teammate Jaret Nassaney in second and Michael Klesel in third.

Formula 2 expert saw Ryan Max Johnson running at near record pace again to take the win with Daniel Adams in second and Walter Walker III coming in third on his battered SV650 after a big crash in race one earlier in the day.

Formula 1 Expert rounded out the Primer races of the day and saw JC Camacho take a convincing win with Doug Frenchak in second and Alan Philips in third.

Tyler Fisher was the winner in 3:16 Trackdays Formula 1 Novice. David Baumgarten and Tristan Klinetobe rounded out the top three.

Ryan Max Johnson would like to thank Dunlop, Von Hertell Race Services, Bison Track, Vesrah, VP, Magura, woods Cycle Center, 6D Helmets, Sidi, Woodcraft, Motion Pro, and Robem for their help and support.

Doug Frenchak would like to thank P1 Racing, Kawasaki, Superbikes Unlimited, HotBoddiesRacing.com, 64 Degree Racing, MonkeyMoto, AGVSport, Craves Motorsports, Vortex Racing, Drippinwet.com, , K-Tech Suspension USA, and RaceworX for their help and support.

JC Camacho would like to thank RaceworX, RES, Dunlop, AGV Sports, woods Cycle Center, GP Suspension, Zero Gravity, Rontha 1, Evol Tech, 316 Trackdays, Motovation USA, Chicken Hawk Racing, Vortex, and RaceworX USA for their help and support.

LIGHTWEIGHT TWINS EXPERT

Ryan Max Johnson (Yam MT-07)
Daniel Adams (Suz SV650)
Isaiah Burleson (Kaw 400)
Shawn Adams (Suz SV650)
Steven Smith (Suz SV650)

LIGHTWEIGHT TWINS NOVICE

Mikey Sanchez (Hon NSF250)
Chase Black (Kaw 400)
David Gonzalez (Suz GSX-R600)
Hayden Bicknese Kaw 400)
Aiden Sneed (Mori MD250)

C SUPERBIKE NOVICE

David Gonzalez (Suz GSX-R600)
Jake Boatright (Duc 848)
Brian Zortman (Yam YZF-R6)
David Baumgarten (Kaw ZX6R)
Brian Reina (Yam YZF-R6)

A SUPERBIKE EXPERT

Doug Frenchak (Kaw ZX-10R)
JC Camacho (Kaw ZX-10R)
Alan Phillips (Kaw ZX-10R)
Jaret Nassaney (Suz GSX-R600)
Steven Shakespeare (Yam YZF-R1)

300 SUPERBIKE EXPERT

Steven Shakespeare (Yam YZF-R1)
Brandon Clark (Yam YZF-R3)
Reid Hall (Yam YZF-R3)
Rusty Grant (KTM RC 390)
Dezrae Caldwell (Kaw 400)

300 SUPERBIKE NOVICE

Hayden Bickense (Yam YZF-R3)
David Roth Jr. (Yam YZF-R3)
James Hanson (Kaw EX300)
David Hawes (Yam YZF-R3)
Scott Cummins (Yam YZF-R3)

FORMULA 40 LIGHTWEIGHT EXPERT

Ryan Max Johnson (Yam MT-07)
Steven Smith (Suz SV650)
John Orchard (Kaw 400)
Danny Dominguez (Yam YZF-R3)

FORMULA 40 LIGHTWEIGHT NOVICE

Marco Soto (Yam YZF-R3)
Ronald Ducharme (Suz SV650)

A SUPERBIKE NOVICE

Ross Brady (Hon CBR1000RR)
Tristan Klinetobe (Yam YZF-R6)
Tyler Fisher (Kaw ZX-10R)
Richard Uva (Apr RSV4)
Dustin Chacon (Suz GSX-R750)

500 GP EXPERT

Isaiah Burleson (Kaw 400)
Steven Shakespeare (Kaw 400)
Dezrae Caldwell (Kaw 400)
John Orchard (Kaw 400)
Luis Gouveia (Kaw 400)

C SUPERBIKE EXPERT

Kevin Olmedo (Suz GSX-R600)
Jaret Nassaney (Suz GSX-R600)
Michael Klesel (Yam YZF-R6)
Kyle Fox (Yam YZF-R6)
Joe Feco (Yam YZF-R6)

FORMULA 2 EXPERT

Ryan Max Johnson (Yam MT-07)
Daniel Adams (Suz SV650)
Walter Walker III (Suz SV650)
Shawn Adams (Suz SV650)
Andrew Forsythe (Suz SV650)

FORMULA 1 EXPERT

JC Camacho (Kaw ZX-10R)
Doug Frenchak (Kaw ZX-10R)
Alan Phillips (Kaw ZX-10R)
Jaret Nassaney (Suz GSX-R600)
Luis Gouveia (Yam YZF-R1)

PROVISIONAL NOVICE HEAVYWEIGHT

Eric Barros (Tri Day 675)
Brian Reina (Yam YZF-R6)
Jeremiah Reidy (Yam YZF-R6)

PROVISIONAL NOVICE LIGHTWEIGHT

Wes Webb (Kaw 400)
Colton Nelson (Kaw EX300)
Jeremy Tomsic (Kaw EX250)
Nico Isunza (Yam YZF-R3)

C SUPERSTOCK EXPERT

Michael Klesel (Yam YZF-R6)
Kevin Olmedo (Suz GSX-R600)
Brandon Beal (Yam YZF-R6)
Kyle Fox (Yam YZF-R6)
Shane Zelm (Yam YZF-R6)

C CUPERSTOCK NOVICE

Jake Boatright (Duc 848)
Brian Zortman (Yam YZF-R6)
Tristan Klinetobe (Yam YZF-R6)
David Baumgarten (Kaw ZX-6R)
Brian Reina (Yam YZF-R6)

D SUPERBIKE EXPERT

Daniel Adams (Suz SV650)
Walter Walker III (Suz SV650)
Shawn Adams (Suz SV650)
Andrew Forsythe (Suz SV650)
Steven Smith (Suz SV650)

D SUPERBIKE NOVICE

Chase Black (Kaw 400)
David Gonzalez (Suz SV650)
Ronald Ducharme (Suz SV650)
Topher Simmons (Suz SV650)
Patrick Gallahue (Hon CBR600F2)

FORMULA 1 NOVICE

Tyler Fisher (Kaw ZX-10R)
David Baumgarten (Kaw ZX-10R)
Tristan Kilnetobe (Yam YZF-R6)
Dustin Chacon (Suz GSX-R750)
Ross Brady (Hon CBR1000RR)

500 SUPERSTOCK NOVICE

Hayden Bicknese (Kaw 400)
Chase Black (Kaw 400)
David Roth Jr. (Yam YZF-R3)
David Hawes (Yam YZF-R3)
Scott Cummins (Yam YZF-R3)

B SUPERBIKE EXPERT

Kyle Fox (Yam YZF-R6)
Michael Klesel (Yam YZF-R6)
Brandon Beals (Yam YZF-R6)
Joe Feco (Yam YZF-R6)
Shane Zelm (Yam YZF-R6)

B SUPERBIKE NOVICE

David Gonzalez (Suz GSX-R600)
Jake Boatright (Duc 848)
David Baumgarten (Kaw ZX-6R)
Reid Hall (Yam YZF-R6)
Dustin Chacon (Suz GSX-R750)

500 SUPERSTOCK EXPERT

Isaiah Burleson (Kaw 400)
JC Camacho (Kaw 400)
Dezrae Caldwell (Kaw 400)
Lui Gouveia (Kaw 400)

500 GP NOVICE

Chase Black (Kaw 400)
Hayden Bicknese (Kaw 400)
David Roth JR. (Yam YZF-R3)
David Hawes (Yam YZF-R3)
Scott Cummins (Yam YZF-R3)

MODERN CLASSIC

Walter Walker III (Suz GSX-R600)_
Ross Brady (Hon CBR1000RR)
Joel Linker (Suz GSX-R1000)
Darnell Dorsey (Suz GSX-R1000)
Bill Klindworth (Hon CBR1000RR)

HEAVYWEIGHT TWINS NOVICE

Jake Boatright (Duc 848)
Mikey Sanchez (Hon NSF250)
Samuel Sandoval (Tri Day 675)
James DeFrain (Tri Day 675)
Henry Vo (Duc 749S)

HEAVERYWEIGHT TWINS EXPERT

Daniel Sinclair (Duc Panigale 1299)
Andrew Forsythe (Suz SV650)

250 SUPERSTOCK EXPERT

Rusty Grant (Kaw EX250)
John McKenzie (Kaw EX250)

250 SUPERSTOCK NOVICE

Juwita Asrati (Kaw EX250)

FORMULA 40 MIDDLEWEIGHT EXPERT

Kyle Fox (Yam YZF-R6)
Shane Zelm (Yam YZF-R6)

FORMULA 40 HEAVYWEIGHT EXPERT

Jack Vigneau (Yam YZF-R1)
Luis Gouveia (Yam YZF-R1)
Shane Zelm (Yam YZF-R6)
Steve Ebeling (Yam YZF-R1)
Mike Boyce (Yam YZF-R1)

FORMULA 40 MIDDLEWEIGHT NOVICE

Brian Zortman (Yam YZF-R6)
James DeFrain (Tri Day675)
Michael Kramer (Tri Day675)

FORMULA 40 HEAVYWEIGHT NOVICE

Richard Uva (Apr RSV4)
Bill Klinworth (Yam YZF-R1)
Ronald Ducharme (Kaw ZX-10R)
Ignacio Pedregon (Apr RSV4)
Jeremiah Reidy Yam YZF-R6)

CMRA: 212 Decals Wins 6-Hour Race At MotorSport Ranch

David Swarts

-

July 29, 2020

0

CMRA: 212 Decals Wins 6-Hour Race At MotorSport Ranch

The CMRA was back in action this past weekend at Motorsport Ranch is Cresson Texas with a full program of sprint and Endurance Racing.

212 Decals was the big winner in the 6 Hour Ultra Lightweight Endurance race aboard their Kawasaki Ninja 400 capturing both the Overall win and 1^st place in the 500 Superstock Class. Team riders Dirk Anderson, Jeromy Kumper, Alonzo Contreras, Eddie Thornton, and Isaiah Burleson completed 243 laps in route to victory. The Village Idiots finished 2^nd Overall and 2^nd in the 500 Superstock Class with riders John Orchard, Michael Klesel, Derek Thomas, and Garet Tomlinson aboard their Kawasaki Ninja 400. Newly created Team Dunlop Development rounder out the top three Overall and 3^rd place in 500 Superstock with riders Alan Phillips, Bobby Davies, Dustin Dominguez, Brad Burns, and Kaleb Dekeyrel also aboard a Kawasaki Ninja 400. In a testament to the competitiveness of the CMRA Ultra Lightweight Endurance Series after 6 hours of racing the top three teams all finished on the lead lap with only 33 seconds separating 1^st to 3^rd place.

212 Decals would like to thank their sponsor: 212 Decals

The Village Idiots would like to thank their sponsors: RaceworX, RES, Dunlop, M4, Dripping Wet, Woodcraft, Armour Bodies, GMan, Moto Liberty, Shorai, HD Painting, Fast Frank, Von Hertell Race Services

Team Dunlop Development would like to thank their sponsor: Dunlop

In Saturday’s CMRA Championship sprints #353 Rusty Grant started the day off with a win in 250 Superbike Expert riding a Kawasaki EX250. #140 Kevin Tomsic picked up the win in the Novice division.

In D Superstock Expert points leader #43 Walter Walker III riding his Walker Racing SV650. Teammate #143 Andrew Forsythe took second and #64 Jordan Pence grabbed third with a strong ride on his Ninja 400. #106 Chase Black took the win in the Novice Division.

In 500 Superbike Expert #91 JC Camacho continued his winning was with a hard fought win over #919 Isaiah Burleson. #106 Chase Black picked up his second win of the day in the Novice Division.

JC Camacho was the winner in the Raceworx A Superbike Expert Race. #69 Doug Frenchak and #62 Alan Phillips taking second and third. All three riders were on ZX10Rs. #993 Corey Taylor was the Novice Division winner on a Yamaha R!.

Rusty Grant would like to thank Bell Helmets, Moto Liberty, VP, Bridgestone, Discount Tire, Island Racing Services, and On Road Off Road Cycles for their help and support.

Walter Walker III would like to thank Suzuki, Dunlop, RaceworX, TMP Motorcycle Parts, Amsoil, Texas Oil Guy, Totally Graphic Designs, Clearwater Lights, NTSB, AGVSport, MonkeyMoto, Walker Racing, and Andrews Mobile Detailing for their help and support.

JC Camacho would like to thank RaceworX, RES, Dunlop, AGV Sports, woods Cycle Center, GP Suspension, Zero Gravity, Rontha 1, Evol Tech, 316 Trackdays, Motovation USA, Chicken Hawk Racing, Vortex, and RaceworX USA for their help and support.

500 CLASSIC

Robert Nickell (Hon RS125)
Sean Brown (Kaw EX500)
Wiley Clark (Yam FZR400)

250 SUPERBIKE EXPERT

Rusty Grant (Kaw EX250)
John McKenzie ((Kaw EX250)

250 SUPERBIKE NOVICE

Kevin Tomsic (Kaw EX250)
Juwita Asrati (Kaw EX250)

D SUPERSTOCK EXPERT

Walter Walker III (Suz SV650)
Andrew Forsythe (Suz SV650)
Jordan Pence (Kaw 400)

D SUPERSTOCK NOVICE

Chase Black (Kaw 400)
David Roth Jr. (Yam YZF-R3)
Ronald Ducharme (Suz SV650)
Marco Soto (Yam YZF-R3)
Austin Roden (Kaw 400)

CLASSIC EXPERT

Sean Brown (Kaw EX500)
Wiley Clark (Hon CBR600)

B SUPERTOCK EXPERT

Kevin Olnedi (Suz GSXR600)
Jaret Nessaney (Suz GSXR600)
Michael Klessel (Yam YZF-R6)
Kyle Fox (Yam YZF-R6)
Brand Beals (Yam YZF-R6)

B SUPERSTOCK NOVICE

Tristan Klinetobe (Yam YZF-R6)
David Baumgarten (Kaw ZX-6R)
Brian Zortman (Yam YZF-R6)
Saubrabh Sudhakaran (Kaw ZX-6R)
Brian Reina (Yam YZF-R6)

500 SUPERSTOCK EXPERT

JC Camacho (Kaw 400)
Isaiah Burleson (Kaw 400)
Jordan Pence (Kaw 400)
Steven Shakespeare (Kaw 400)
Dezrae Caldwell (Kaw 400)

500 SUPERSTOCK NOVICE

Chase Black (Kaw 400)
Hayden Bicknese (Kaw 400)
Austin Roden (Kaw 400)
David Roth Jr. (Yam YZF-R3)
Jared Osborne (Yam YZF-R3)

FORMULA 5

Aiden Sneed (KTM 65)

GROM CHALLENGE

Jordan Pence (Hon Grom)
Craig Thomson (Hon Grom)
Corey Taylor (Hon Grom)
Casey Scholten (Hon Grom)
Josiah Burleson (Hon Grom)

JUNIOR MOTARD

Alex Soto (Yam TTR110)
Jordan Clark (Yam TTR110)
Jacob Clark (Yam TTR50)
Dean Chacon (Hon Z50)

A SUPERSTOCK EXPERT

JC Camacho (Kaw ZX-10R)
Doug Frenchak (Kaw ZX-10R)
Alan Phillips (Kaw ZX-10R)
Jaret Nassaney (Suz GSXR600)
Luis Goueia (Yam YZF-R1)

A SUPERSTOCK NOVICE

Corey Taylor (Yam YZF-R1)
Jeff Foushee (Hon CBR1000RR)
Tristan Klinetobe (Yam YZF-R6)
Richard Uva (Apr RSV4)
Rossy Brady (Hon CBR 1000RR)

FORMULA 2 NOVICE

Mikey Sanchez (NSF250)
Aiden Sneed (Mori MD250)
Ronald Ducharme (Suz SV650)
Topher Simmons (Suz SV650)

300 SUPERSTOCK EXPERT

Cory Burleson (Yam YZF-R3)
Brandon Clark (Yam YZF-R3)
Steven Shakespeare (Yam YZF-R3)
Brand Chaisorn (Yam YZF-R3)
Reid Hall (Yam YZF-R3)

300 SUPERSTOCK NOVICE

David Rother Jr. (Yam YZF-R3)
James Hanson (Kaw EX300)
Marco Soto (Yam YZF-R3)
Hayden Bicknese (Yam YZF-R3)
Jared Osborne (Yam YZF-R3)

500 SUPERSTOCK ENDURANCE

212 Decals (Kaw 400)
Village Idiots (Kaw 400)
Team Dunlop Development(Kaw 400)
Redline Racing (Kaw ZX400)
The Skidmarks (Kaw ZX400)

300 SUPERSTOCK ENDURANCE

Get Off My Lawn Racing (Yam YZF-R3)
HBR (Yam YZF-R3)
WristTwisters (Yam YZF-R3)
GFI Racing (Yam YZF-R3)
Bye Felicia (Yam YZF-R3)

250 SUPERSTOCK ENDURANCE

Purple Helmets (Kaw EX250)
Spare Parts (Kaw EX250)
2 Spoons and a Ladle (Kaw EX250)
TMP Racing (Kaw EX250)
Los Ochos Locos (Kaw EX250)

500 CLASSIC ENDURANCE

Racn Relics (Kaw EX500)

MotoGP: World Championship Staying In Europe

July 31, 2020

The 2020 FIM MotoGP World Championship field. Photo courtesy Dorna.