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World Superbike Test: Jonathan Rea Quickest On Day Two At Jerez

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World Superbike Test: Jonathan Rea Quickest On Day Two At Jerez

All-Time Superbike Lap Record: 1:38.247, Jonathan Rea, 2019

Superbike Race Lap Record: 1:39.004, Alvaro Bautista, 2019

FIM Superbike World Championship

Circuito de Jerez – Angel Nieto

Jerez de la Frontera, Spain

January 23, 2020

Unofficial Day Two Test Results (wet-to-dry-to-wet conditions, all on Pirelli tires):

  1. Jonathan Rea, UK (Kaw ZX-10RR), 1:40.983
  2. Toprak Razgatlioglu, Turkey (Yam YZF-R1), 1:41.214
  3. Scott Redding, UK (Duc Panigale V4 R), 1:41.407
  4. Alex Lowes, UK (Kaw ZX-10RR), 1:41.642
  5. Michael van der Mark, Netherlands (Yam YZF-R1), 1:42.707
  6. Leon Haslam, UK (Hon CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP), 1:42.797
  7. Loris Baz, France (Yam YZF-R1), 1:43.384
  8. Alvaro Bautista, Spain (Hon CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP), 1:43.579
  9. Michael Ruben Rinaldi, Italy (Duc Panigale V4 R), 1:43.789
  10. Federico Caricasulo, Italy (Yam YZF-R1), 1:43.811
  11. Tom Sykes, UK (BMW S1000RR), 1:44.014
  12. Maximilian Scheib, Chile (Kaw ZX-10RR), 1:44.153
  13. Garrett Gerloff, USA (Yam YZF-R1), 1:44.214
  14. Sandro Cortese, Germany (Duc Panigale V4 R), 1:44.258
  15. Chaz Davies, UK (Duc Panigale V4 R), 1:44.276
  16. Sylvain Barrier, France (Duc Panigale V4 R), 1:44.322
  17. Leandro Mercado, Argentina (Duc Panigale V4 R), 1:44.451
  18. Eugene Laverty, Ireland (BMW S1000RR), 1:44.543
  19. Christophe Ponsson, France (Apr RSV4), lap time unavailable

 

More, from a press release issued by Dorna WorldSBK Press Office:

Jerez Test – Day 2

Rea beats Razgatlioglu to the top as WorldSBK test at Jerez ends

Completing just a few laps was all that was needed for Jonathan Rea, whilst Yamaha, Ducati and Honda all impressed inside the leading positions

The final day of Jerez testing brought the only sunshine available out to play for a handful of hours before more rain meant that most teams remained in their garages with a couple of hours to go. With Honda on top of day one, it was Jonathan Rea (Kawasaki Racing Team WorldSBK) and Kawasaki who were on top after doing 19 laps across the two days. Behind him, 2019 rival Toprak Razgatlioglu (PATA YAMAHA WORLDSBK OFFICIAL TEAM) and Scott Redding (ARUBA.IT Racing – Ducati), making it three manufacturers inside the top three.

There was very little track action across both days for the Kawasaki Racing Team WorldSBK outfit, as they vowed to keep their reigning WorldSBK Champion Jonathan Rea in the box for the entirety of day one, before he ventured out on day two. With little to try because he already knows the ZX-10RR so comprehensively, new teammate Alex Lowes did more work. The WorldSBK race winner experimented with launch control settings and wasn’t worried about the lack of dry time, as he was fast in testing in years gone by but then got to the first round and it had been a different story. Heading to Portugal, Rea is on top and Lowes is fourth.

Toprak Razgatlioglu (54). Photo courtesy of Dorna WorldSBK Press Office.
Toprak Razgatlioglu (54). Photo courtesy of Dorna WorldSBK Press Office.

Two-time race winner Toprak Razgatlioglu was in fine form across the test and despite suffering a Turn 1 crash on Wednesday, he bounced back to lead the way for the majority of the second day. However, once Jonathan Rea had gone out, Razgatlioglu was pushed back to second, although just over two tenths behind the Ulsterman. Michael van der Mark (PATA YAMAHA WORLDSBK OFFICIAL TEAM) joined his teammate at the sharp end and completed the top five, 1.7s behind Rea.

Making it three manufacturers inside the top three, Scott Redding (ARUBA.IT Racing – Ducati) took his Ducati Panigale V4 R around the Circuito de Jerez – Angel Nieto track. Having raced at the track more than most of his competitors from his MotoGP™ paddock days, the 27-year-old British ace had a good run at a circuit he knows well in order to learn the WorldSBK-spec of the V4 R’s intricacies. Chaz Davies (ARUBA.IT Racing – Ducati) had a tough test and was 15th at the end of it all, crashing twice on the first day and completing less than 30 laps on day two.

Scott Redding (45). Photo courtesy of Dorna WorldSBK Press Office.
Scott Redding (45). Photo courtesy of Dorna WorldSBK Press Office.

Day one saw the highly awaited first public appearance of the all-new Honda CBR1000RR-R and it ended the day on top of the WorldSBK pile in the hands of Leon Haslam (HRC Team). On Thursday, the bike couldn’t quite replicate the position, but it was a good indicator of what the bike was capable of in drying conditions. The ‘Pocket Rocket’ finished in sixth come the end of play and hailed the support of HRC, giving him the confidence to achieve great things. For Bautista, the objective is still to find a good base setting and to learn the technicalities of an in-line four-cylinder motorcycle, something he has never ridden before. Bautista ended day two in eighth.

In seventh place was the first of the Independent riders and Loris Baz (Ten Kate Racing Yamaha). The 26-year-old WorldSBK race winner was right in the mix across the two days of testing, testing with the new 2020 Yamaha YZF R1. The wet weather running was confirmation that the team have improved the set-up of the bike in general, whilst they also practiced race starts and refined their electronics. Along with Baz in the top ten were other Independent riders were Michael Ruben Rinaldi (Team GOELEVEN) and Federico Caricasulo (GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Junior Team), the latter of which suffered two crashes.

Outside the top ten was Tom Sykes (BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) in eleventh, as the BMW squad didn’t try too much during the second day. Combined with teammate Eugene Laverty, the two did 65 laps in total across the second day with a primary focus on Laverty, who hailed the chassis but has engine desires in order to move forward. With two chassis to test, the Shaun Muir Racing team will be busy with more development at Portimao; ‘Norge’ was 18th.

ORELAC Racing VERDNATURA were up in 12th place with WorldSBK rookie Maximilian Scheib, who quietly impressed around the WorldSBK paddock at Jerez. The Chilean rider’s main aim was to familiarise his way with the ZX-10RR, whilst placing fourth out of the Independent riders. Third on day one, it was 13th for Garrett Gerloff (GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Junior Team) on day two, whilst Sandro Cortese (Barni Racing Team) was 14th on his deputising duty. The German rider, who liked the feeling from his Ducati Panigale V4 R, is still without a ride on the 2020 grid. Sylvain Barrier (Brixx Performance) was 16th on his Ducati, ahead of Leandro Mercado (Motocorsa Racing).

 

 

WorldSSP: Krummenacher heads MV Agusta 1-2 as Jerez testing ends
The title defence is off to a good start for the Swiss rider, although there’s plenty of unpredictability in the air…
Randy Krummenacher (1). Photo courtesy of Dorna WorldSBK Press Office.
Randy Krummenacher (1). Photo courtesy of Dorna WorldSBK Press Office.

The FIM Supersport World Championship testing at Jerez has been completed, with the top riders taking to the circuit on the final day of action. With sunshine blazing through in the middle of the day, times improved significantly, and it was Randy Krummenacher (MV Agusta Reparto Corse) who clinched top slot aboard his MV Agusta F3 675, whilst teammate Raffaele De Rosa and Jules Cluzel (GMT94 Yamaha) completed the top three.

De Rosa was one of the first riders out on track and soon set the early pace, but teammate Randy Krummenacher was soon on the pace and got ahead of the Italian before the weather closed in on the Circuito de Jerez – Angel Nieto. The Swiss rider needs to focus on garnering as much track time as possible with his new bike, whilst De Rosa looked to push on and challenge his new teammate. Jules Cluzel was up at the sharp end of things on the overall timesheets early on before slipping down later on, finishing third in the class. Cluzel didn’t manage to get out on slick tyres.

Behind them was South African rookie Steven Odendaal (EAB Ten Kate Racing) and was pushing on in the morning. Entering his first season in the class and with very little dry track time to help him, it will be an interesting opening few rounds for the former CEV Moto2™ Junior Champion. Corentin Perolari (GMT94 Yamaha) was fifth in the WorldSSP class and, like teammate Cluzel, didn’t venture out on slick rubber, whilst Jaimie van Sikkelerus (MPM Routz Racing Team was sixth. Loris Cresson (OXXO Yamaha Team Toth) elected to stay off the Jerez circuit.

The next stop for the World Supersport teams and riders is the Portimao circuit in Portugal, where Dynavolt Honda, GMT94 Yamaha, Kawasaki Puccetti Racing, BARDAHL Evan Bros. WorldSSP Team and the new WRP Wepol Racing Yamaha squad will be out on the undulating track.

 

 

More, from a press release issued by Aruba.it Racing Ducati:

Two days of testing conclude at Jerez de la Frontera for Aruba.it Racing – Ducati with Redding and Davies in 3rd and 15th position respectively

The Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team archived the first tests of the 2020 WorldSBK season at the Jerez – Angel Nieto Circuit (Spain). After a first day conditioned by the incessant rain that made the track conditions tricky, causing many crashes, on the second day of activity Scott Redding and Chaz Davies managed to put together a good number of laps – in almost dry track conditions – obtaining important data to improve the feeling with their Ducati Panigale V4 R.

Scott Redding, protagonist of a convincing Day-1 (44 laps, P4) lapped with great consistency also in the second day of testing (43 laps completed) finishing with the third quickest time (1’41.407), 4 tenths of a second off Rea (Kawasaki).

A crash after two laps forced Chaz Davies to skip the first day of activity. The Welshman returned on track today completing 27 laps but was unable to find the ideal conditions to push at the maximum (P15, 1’44.276).

Chaz Davies, Scott Redding and the Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team will move tomorrow morning to Portugal where two more days of testing are scheduled on Sunday and Monday at the Algarve International Circuit (Portimão).

Scott Redding (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati #45) – 1’41.407 (3rd)

“My first goal is to get to know the bike well, to get to know the team, to understand the tyre behaviour in the best possible way, to work to create a solid base. If I have to be honest, I am very satisfied with what we have done so far. I have had a good feeling during these two days even if, obviously, the weather has not helped us. I still feel comfortable in both wet and dry conditions. There are some areas where we need to improve but the balance of these days is very positive”.

Chaz Davies (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati #7) – 1’44.267 (15th)

“We worked on the bike and that didn’t allow me to focus on performance. I can’t hide the fact that we have encountered some issues in these tests but I am sure we can be much more competitive in the next two days at Portimao. The base to work on, obviously, is very good but we need to put together many laps. That is why I hope to have four days in dry conditions between the tests in Portugal and Australia. This would allow us to arrive in the best conditions in the first race of the season”.

 

 

 

More, from a press release issued by Kawasaki:

KRT Prepares For 2020 Season At Jerez

The Jerez de la Frontera circuit supplied the backdrop for the KRT duo of Jonathan Rea and Alex Lowes to complete an important pre-season test session alongside most of their 2020 WorldSBK rivals.

The Spanish track featured changeable weather and often a wet surface during this test, for almost all of day one and much of the second day. After the track conditions started to dry on the final day five times World Champion Rea ended up fastest of all, with a best lap of 1’40.983. Lowes was fourth overall before the tests were completed and 0.659 seconds from Jonathan.

After the team saw the changeable weather forecast for Wednesday and Thursday they took the unexpected opportunity to set some dry laps on Tuesday. Rea sat out the first day of the combined tests but new team member Lowes was inside the top positions after his first fully wet test sessions on his official Ninja ZX-10RR machine.

Bonding well with his bike and team Lowes worked on feel in the wet on day one and then getting more comfortable with his ergonomic package on day two, finding a better riding position that he can take forward.

Rea’s eventual fastest time of the tests was set after completing only 19 laps today. He made progress with his machine’s handling and set-up package as the track conditions improved.

Some rival teams will now head to Portimao to take part in another two days of testing but KRT will undertake its own private one-day test at the Montmelo circuit in Catalunya on Monday 27th January. The KRT official launch, in Barcelona, will be the final big item on the KRT European ‘to-do list’, on Thursday 6 February.

The ultimate pre-season tests will take place at the opening round venue of Phillip Island in Australia, a few days before the start of a whole new racing season.

Jonathan Rea, stated: “The weather was not playing ball really. We sat out yesterday because the conditions were quite wet and changeable. One minute it was monsoon weather and then a drying track. Today were found a track that, although it wasn’t perfect and had a few damp patches that compromised the racing line, was consistent enough to try some items on the bike. We tried to focus on getting the bike to turn a little bit easier and I think we made a step forward in that direction. We need to confirm that in our test at Montmelo on Monday before we get to go Australia. We also managed to get a few laps in on Tuesday, where we basically confirmed all the items that we had in November. The positives were that we got to try a different balance of the bike.”

Alex Lowes, stated: “It was a real good test and I am happy I got to ride the bike in mixed conditions. I was fast in the wet and the drying conditions and I am starting to feel a lot more comfortable on the bike. I really enjoyed it and I feel like we are making some steps in the right direction before Phillip Island. I feel I have a good riding position now; one that I can keep. We did not get that much dry track time but I certainly do feel more comfortable than when I got here, so that is positive. Any time you get to ride a new track is great and Montmelo is a new addition to the calendar. It will be important to get in as many laps as we can and a good a understanding of the bike. Any track time is important to let me keep building on my confidence for the first race.”

Pere Riba, Crew Chief for Jonathan Rea, stated: “Yesterday it was raining all day but the day before we got some track time in during the afternoon. We could make some small tests that were in the plan. We did that because the weather forecast said we would have two days of rain afterwards. For us there was no point to ride in the rain on Wednesday. On the final day today we had maybe three hours on slick tyres but some corners were still damp and the lap times were maybe 1.5 seconds from where they should be. We did 19 laps today with standard tyres. Now we go to Montmelo on Monday, which is new track for Johnny and us. I am excited to go there because we have never been there with the Superbike.”

Marcel Duinker, Crew Chief for Alex Lowes, stated: “Maybe 75% of our track time at this test was wet but this gave us the opportunity to let Alex get a first impression of the ZX-10RR in the these conditions. It was very positive. From the first exit he felt the bike was performing very well. He made two exits and only eight flying laps and he went to the top. What pleased me was that he said, ‘OK that is enough in the wet because I know how the bike behaves and performs well.’ In the late morning today the track started to dry out and we went out, first on wet tyres, but then on slicks. Although the conditions at that time made it five seconds slower than in normal dry conditions again Alex went to the top of the time sheets. He has shown a lot of potential and confidence in the bike in any conditions. One more day on track to go next week and then we go to Phillip Island.”

 

 

 

More, from a press release issued by BMW Motorrad Motorsport WorldSBK Team:

The BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team conclude two-day testing despite mixed conditions 

BMW Motorrad WorldSBK’s Tom Sykes and Eugene Laverty today completed their two-day testing program at the the Circuito de Jerez – Ángel Nieto, despite lack of dry weather practice. With mixed conditions at the Spanish track this limited much of the testing plan, however gave opportunity for both riders to test new component fitments to their BMW S 1000 RR’s ahead of the 2020 WorldSBK season opener in Australia.

With base set-up a key factor of the 2020 test, the BMW engineers also worked throughout the two days on electronic development and different traction control strategies, which will help to improve grip for the S 1000 RR.

At the end of the test Tom Sykes lapped a best lap time of (1’44.014), with team-mate Eugene Laverty circulating a 1’44.543.

As the two-day test at the Circuito de Jerez – Ángel Nieto draws to a close the team will now travel across the border to the Autódromo Internacional de Algarve, where they will complete their final European pre-season test of 2020.

Shaun Muir, Team Principal: “We’ve had a big list of parts to run through this test, the wet conditions did change the sequence of what we were going to be testing but this allowed us to give extra emphasis on our electronic updates. Both Tom an Eugene worked through our list which was definitely a benefit, unfortunately we didn’t get to work on the chassis and swing-arm during this test but heading over to Portimao in a couple of days this will allow us to gain a clear direction to work in.  In summary of the two-day test and the constant changing conditions we have not been looking at the lap times, in any respect that’s not what we are here to do and our focus has solely been on development and overall I feel it’s been a valuable and constructive test.”

Tom Sykes: “Despite how bad the weather conditions have been we have actually been able to do some good fundamental work on the electronics and some small changes on the chassis. In an ideal world we would test all our parts at racing speed however having said that we have been very productive in the small time we have had. In conditions like this I’ve not been looking at the time sheets, the track changes every 20 mins and there is nothing I would achieve by risking everything, we’ve used the track time to understand some electronic parameters and now we can take this understanding forward and pencil it into our testing plan over in Portimao this weekend.”

 Eugene Laverty: “We are in a much better position than where we were from the last test, however the lap times may not reflect that as I’ve taken a role of test rider over the last two days. We have made good progress with the electronics and other small parameters on the bike so heading into Portimao with some good weather hopefully we can kick on a little and start improving our lap times.”

 

 

 

More, from a press release issued by Barni Racing Team:

BRT concluded two days test in Jerez: Cortese takes work further in Portimao, with Camier’s attendance
 
Jerez de la Frontera, 23rd January 2020. Rain and cold temperatures conditioned the two days of test in Jerez, Spain, and the debut of Sandro Cortese on the saddle of the Barni Racing Team’s Ducati Panigale V4 R.

The German replaced the injured Leon Camier, who not attend this test due to the consequence of the surgery on his left shoulder he had last December.

Cortese will take the work further even at Portimao next Sunday and Monday letting the Barni Racing Team to develop some new components on the bike, but Leon will attend the test trying to do some laps on his machinery.

Day one was ruined by rain that continued to fall intermittently which put many riders in trouble. Due to the numerous crash the organizer were forced to display the red flag four times. At the end of the day Cortese set only 20 laps.

Sun beamed through from behind the clouds in the second days. With a drying track and times improving lap by lap, Cortese become better acquainted with the Ducati Panigale V4 R. His best lap time 1’44.258 saw him fourteenth overall in the timesheet despite he didn’t try a real flying lap in his 35 laps.
Marco Barnabo, Team Principal:

“Weather conditions were really bad, but for us is too important not to stop the development of the bike. Thanks to the help of Sandro we checked if all the new components on the machinery work well, and it was. Despite of rainfall we managed to use both bikes in 2020 configuration. Sandro gave us also a different point of view on the development of the bike. We learned something on his work method and it works nice. In Portimao we have to test some new components, especially on suspensions, because of that Sandro will be with us even in Portugal, where Leon will test his physical condition trying to be on the saddle for some laps.”
Sandro Cortese, #11

“First of all a big thank to Barni Racing Team and to Marco Barnabò giving me the chance of having this two days test in Jerez. Unfortunately weather condition were very bad, we had yesterday a full day of rain and even today we had mixed conditions. I still have to find a way to ride a Ducati, but I felt immediately welcome and “at home” on the Ducati family. They helped me as much as they can to put me at ease and I really appreciated that. I felt really honored to be part of them in this test trying to understand a bit how to ride the Ducati which is different from a Yamaha.

This test was important for me also because I jumped on the bike for the first time after the surgery I had three month ago on my shoulder and I felt 100% fit again. Now I’m looking forward to Portimao, Marco give me the chance to do one more test with the Panigale and I think we can work in much better conditions in Portugal.”

MotoGP: 2020 Mission Winnow Factory Ducati Team Presented In Italy

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MotoGP: 2020 Mission Winnow Factory Ducati Team Presented In Italy

The 2020 Mission Winnow Ducati Team presented in Bologna

Ducati Motor Holding CEO Claudio Domenicali: “Ducati is an advanced technological incubator, a showcase for Italian intelligence and technology, and an incredible component of passion for all the Ducatisti”.

Luigi Dall’Igna, Ducati Corse General Manager: “Our goal is winning the championship title. We are working harder to become leading contenders in all races and all conditions this year”.

Andrea Dovizioso and Danilo Petrucci once again together in the 2020 MotoGP season.

Red livery with black and chromed details for the Ducati Desmosedici GP20.

Bologna (Italy), 23rd January 2020. The historic Palazzo Re Enzo in Piazza Maggiore, Bologna (Italy), set the stage for the 2020 Mission Winnow Ducati Team Launch.

During the event, riders Andrea Dovizioso and Danilo Petrucci, together with Ducati Motor Holding CEO Claudio Domenicali and Ducati Corse General Manager Luigi Dall’Igna, unveiled the new colours of the Desmosedici GP20 bikes that the Italian squad will field in the 2020 MotoGP World Championship.

The brand-new liveries, painted in bright red with a few details in black and chrome, will make their first official race appearance at the inaugural Grand Prix of the 2020 MotoGP season in Qatar, the next 8th March. The opening meeting for 2020 will take place as usual in the evening, and it will be the first of 20 races scheduled for this year.

A new exciting season is just about to begin. From 7th-9th February the Mission Winnow Ducati Team will make their first appearance out on track for 2020 at the Official MotoGP Test in Sepang, Malaysia.

Claudio Domenicali, Ducati Motor Holding CEO: “Racing is and has always been a fundamental part of our company, even in such a particularly complicated era where technology is drastically changing our surroundings. In order to succeed in this situation, it is necessary to keep investing in research and development, and racing is a crucial part of our commitment to this. If we sum the R&D done for the production line, for racing and the assets needed to produce new models, the global Ducati R&D is worth more than 10% of the revenue.

Our Panigale V4 machine has been profoundly renovated for 2020, and it wouldn’t have been born without the contribution of all the lessons that we have learned thanks to the competitions. An engine that features a counter-rotating crankshaft, a spine and slice traction control, an efficient aerodynamic fairing that includes aerofoils are just a few of the elements deriving from the skillful work done by Gigi and his crew in MotoGP. We are incredibly proud, not just because Ducati is the only Italian company, but also the only European company able to win races in MotoGP since the beginning of the Championship in 2002.

We are proud to represent an excellent territory, the Motor Valley, in the competitions. This is an incredible area that within a ray of 150 kilometers sees prestigious brands such as Ferrari, Lamborghini, Maserati, Dallara, Pagani and of course Ducati, that is situated just 15 minutes away from the centre of Bologna. This is what racing is for Ducati: an advanced technological incubator, a showcase for Italian intelligence and technology, and an incredible component of passion for all the Ducatisti.

I want to thank all our partners and sponsors and wish all my best to Andrea, Danilo and Gigi and the whole team. I wish to all of us a highly competitive season full of satisfaction”.

Luigi Dall’Igna, Ducati Corse General Manager: “We already left the 2019 season behind, a year that saw us confirmed as runner-up in the riders’ standings for the third time in a row with Andrea. Dovizioso scored nine podiums and two incredible victories. At the same time, Danilo gave us incredible emotions with his victory in Mugello, which is a GP that we had won in the last three years. Still, we can’t say that we are completely satisfied as our ultimate goal remains the same: winning the championship title. 2020 will be even more intense and demanding with twenty races scheduled in the calendar, and our rivals will be even more competitive. That is why we all need to increase our commitment. For this reason, we have been working harder during the winter to offer to Andrea and Danilo a Desmosedici GP20 bike that will allow them to become leading contenders in all races and all conditions”.

Andrea Dovizioso with his 2020 Mission Winnow Ducati Desmosedici GP20 MotoGP racebike. Photo courtesy of Ducati.
Andrea Dovizioso with his 2020 Mission Winnow Ducati Desmosedici GP20 MotoGP racebike. Photo courtesy of Ducati.

Andrea Dovizioso (#04, Mission Winnow Ducati): “2019 was interesting and made us understand a few aspects that will help us to improve and grow in 2020. Last year we finished as runner-up for the third consecutive time behind Marc Màrquez, a rider that for sure made the difference last year, but we also did our best managing well our potential. Every year has its own story, and it is not easy to predict what will happen in 2020. Our goal is clear; we want to challenge for the title again. Both Ducati and I are working hard to be back stronger than ever before. Compared to last year, I expect to find more competitive rivals, but we have also grown a lot, and I am confident that we will be able to continue with our positive trend”.

 

Danilo Petrucci with his 2020 Mission Winnow Ducati Desmosedici GP20 MotoGP racebike. Photo courtesy of Ducati.
Danilo Petrucci with his 2020 Mission Winnow Ducati Desmosedici GP20 MotoGP racebike. Photo courtesy of Ducati.

Danilo Petrucci (#9, Mission Winnow Ducati): “2019 was positive for me, despite a few difficulties towards the end of the year. It was my best season in MotoGP in terms of results. I took my first win in Mugello in a fantastic race in front of my home crowd and all the Ducati fans. This result boosts my confidence and motivates me to improve even more this year. I know our rivals will be back stronger this year, but that counts for me too. I have been improving and growing each season, and this year I want to confirm my results and make further steps forward compared to last year”.

MotoAmerica Hires Former Monster Energy Marketing Director Steve Jugan

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MotoAmerica Hires Former Monster Energy Marketing Director Steve Jugan

MotoAmerica Hires Steve Jugan As VP Of Business Development And Partnerships

Former Marketing Director Of Monster Energy Joins MotoAmerica

COSTA MESA, CA (January 23, 2020) – MotoAmerica is pleased to announce the hiring of Steve Jugan as Vice President, Business Development and Partnerships, effective immediately.

Jugan is a senior-level marketing and business development leader with a 25-year record of accomplishments driving Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) business growth, profitability, and brand visibility.

“We want to welcome Steve to our team at MotoAmerica,” said MotoAmerica President Wayne Rainey. “He comes to us with a lot of experience and we’re looking forward to tapping into that as we move into our sixth season of the MotoAmerica Series. Steve will be a big help as we continue to grow and build for the future.”

“I’m excited to assume this new role with MotoAmerica,” Jugan said. “It’s an exhilarating time for MotoAmerica, and I’m honored to have the opportunity to build on the teams’ accomplishments as we work toward future growth at MotoAmerica.”

Highly respected and known for his ability to develop sponsorship programs for businesses, athletes, musicians, and artists, Jugan has a vast network of contacts developed through lengthy successful careers as director of marketing at Monster Energy and founder of Fast Friends Foundation (a non-profit supporting the action-sports community). Jugan earned his bachelor’s degree from Americus University in Washington DC.

To purchase tickets for any of the 10 events in the 2020 MotoAmerica Series, visit https://motoamerica.com/tickets/

2020 MotoAmerica Series

April 3-5                      Circuit of the Americas, Austin, Texas

April 17-19                  Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, Braselton, Georgia

May 1-3                       Virginia International Raceway, Alton, Virginia

May 29-31                   Road America, Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin

June 26-28                 The Ridge Motorsports Park, Shelton, Washington

July 10-12                   WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, Monterey, California

August 7-9                  Pittsburgh International Race Complex, Wampum, Pennsylvania

August 21-23              Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Indianapolis, Indiana

September 11-13        New Jersey Motorsports Park, Millville, New Jersey

September 18-20        Barber Motorsports Park, Birmingham, Alabama

Energica Reports Strong Electric Streetbike Sales, Plans Production Increase

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Energica Reports Strong Electric Streetbike Sales, Plans Production Increase

Energica: record order book already over 40% of 2019 year-end turnover

Energica opens the New Year with an Order Book at Euro 1.4 million, equal to over 40% of the expected year-end turnover for 2019 of Euro 3.25 million, +50% vs. FY2018 (as communicated on November 25th 2019.)

For the first time, the Italian company initiated a Pre-Sale Program to collect Customer Orders in advance of a new model introduction. The unveiling of the new 21.5 kWH power unit at EICMA in Milan last November demonstrated that Energica would now offer consumers the most power and torque, highest sustained speeds, fastest charging, and above all, the longest range of any ZEM (Zero Emission Motorcycle) homologated for street use.

Eva Ribelle is so far the most-ordered motorcycle worldwide, followed by the Ego+ and the Eva EsseEsse9+.

Following this very positive response, the Company has started to increase the efficiency of the supply chain in order to achieve a higher-than-expected early production.

The positive trend is registered both in Europe and in the United States, which are confirmed among the primary markets for Energica – and where the MY2020 range will be launched in the first quarter, guaranteeing further growth targets.

“Thanks to MotoE™ we can take advantage of a unique element of competitiveness that has allowed us to create innovative features on the 2020 model year motorcycles,” says Livia Cevolini, CEO Energica Motor Company S.p.A. “With up to 60% more range, 10% in increased torque and a 5% weight reduction, the Energica MY2020 introduced a unique kind of product in terms of performance to the market. In this last year, we have established important milestones not only in the automotive sector but also in the world of electric racing.”

“We already can see that 2020 promises to be a year of significant growth, thanks to the new Energica range and the second FIM Enel MotoE™ World Cup season starting next May.”

Mithos Offering Flat Track-Specific Leathers With Airbag Technology

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Mithos Offering Flat Track-Specific Leathers With Airbag Technology

Mithos Now Offering Flat Track Suits

Mithos brings Alpinestars Tech-Air Technology to Flat Track

[Los Angeles, CA] The Mithos Flat Track-specific suit is designed to fit outside the boots, has less curve in the arms, no internal shoulder armor or knee slider Velcro and is available with or without the ‘speed hump.’

“We were approached by several flat track racers asking us to create custom Tech-Air suits for them,” said Ken Tam, CEO of Mithos USA. “based on the great response we got, we have decided to make them an official product line.”

The suits are available in both Cow and Kangaroo leather and can be equipped with the Alpinestars Tech-Air System. Clients can choose either Semi-Custom or Full Custom design and have the option to upgrade from the standard SAS-TEC armor to Paramount.

For additional information, visit www.mithos-usa.com/flat-track-suits or contact Mithos by phone at 626-898-2863 or email at [email protected]

AHRMA: Entries To WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca Event Close Jan. 29

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AHRMA: Entries To WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca Event Close Jan. 29
Laguna Seca Raceway will be the site of AHRMA’s season opening road race February 7, 8, 9, 2020.
All licensed road racers have until January 29, to pre-enter for the event. If you are not yet an AHRMA member, now is the time to join.  Some grid spaces are still available for modern and vintage classes.  There will be no post entry at the track.
AHRMA offers classes for most racebikes, except late model 4 cylinder bikes.
Visit ahrma.org/ahrma-handbook for the handbook with rules, and ahrma.motorsportreg.com for membership and sign-up, and the AHRMA season schedule.

WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca Announces Management Team

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WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca Announces Management Team

Laguna Seca Recreation Area Benefits from Skilled Management Team with Years of Experience at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
 

New Era Begins for Storied Racing Circuit and Hillside Campgrounds

MONTEREY, Calif., Jan. 22, 2020 — A new era is being ushered in at Laguna Seca Recreation Area, home to WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, as President and General Manager John Narigi merges his business acumen with a solid management team that has years of experience at the County of Monterey’s breathtaking 542 acre multi-purpose complex.

Narigi comes to WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca after 40-plus years in in the hospitality sector, where he oversaw numerous turnarounds that took major underperforming properties into profitable ventures. He also has been awarded with numerous accolades over the years from Monterey associations for his contributions to improving the business landscape throughout the county.

The management team consists of individuals who are deeply versed in all areas of the facility and its major events. “It is important to the owners and I that a knowledgeable and skilled team assume the helm of their departments,” said Narigi. “This is the best team in the business and each person has the passion for the facility, our events and series, track renters, sponsors, campers, hospitality clients and for every guest who enters to enjoy this world-renowned treasure.

“My priority is to invigorate the team and guide them by adapting sound business practices that will ensure WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca will deliver on our promise to everyone of a world-class experience,” Narigi continued. “This includes enhancing the family experience with activities that will support the on-track racing action.”

Returning to WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca after seven months in San Diego is Barry Toepke, who becomes Director of Marketing and Communications and the event manager for the annual and highly anticipated Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion, which is one of the pillars of Monterey Classic Car Week held each August. Toepke spent 10 years internally at Laguna Seca managing communications and historic racing and was integral in growing the event’s popularity. He first became involved in the historic racing event in 1989.

The management team is stepping right into place and have played integral roles in the success of not only the Rolex Reunion, but the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship and last year’s inaugural Firestone Grand Prix of Monterey that welcomed IndyCar back to the storied race circuit.

The passion for WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca extends from Monterey resident, MotoAmerica co-founder and three-time world champion Wayne Rainey who brings his racing series to his home track, to the people who run its daily operations. Together, the team has nearly 100 years’ experience at Laguna Seca that ensures each activity runs seamlessly and successfully. The team consists of (in alphabetical order):
 

Matt Brady, Track Manager

Brandy Falconer, Communications Manager

Steve Fields, Sr. VP of Sales

Rick Garcia, Director of Facilities

Mark Mathe, Director of Operations

Kathy Muller, Retail Manager

Lisa Saclayan, Ticket Manager

Jeanie Sumners, Marketing Manager

Aaron Tharpe, Director of Sales and Sponsorships

Barry Toepke, Director of Marketing and Communications

Judy Varley, Track Rental Coordinator
 

 

“I am incredibly proud of the entire team who has shown immense passion and dedication to WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca and in their desire to work as a team to think out of the box and work toward exceeding all guests’ expectations,” Narigi added. “The County of Monterey has entrusted us to bring about a positive change after it became evident new leadership was needed to ensure today’s visitors and the generations who will follow are able to enjoy everything this facility has to offer, whether it is the races, the year ‘round RV and tent camping, festivals or specialized corporate hospitality venues that are entirely unique to Monterey County and beyond.”

The 2020 season kicks off April 16-19 with the Sea Otter Classic; Trans Am SpeedFest returns May 1-3; MotoAmerica Superbike SpeedFest at Monterey July 10-12; Ferrari Challenge Series July 23-26; the Monterey Pre-Reunion August 8-9; Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion August 13-16; and Monterey SpeedWeek consisting of Monterey SportsCar Championship (IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship) September 11-13 and the Firestone Grand Prix of Monterey (NTT IndyCar Series) September 18-20.

Visit WeatherTechRaceway.com or call 831-242-8201 for complete event information and a full range of ticket and hospitality packages available.

CVMA: Gilbert Wins Shootout, Blasius And Landers Break Records At Chuckwalla

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CVMA: Gilbert Wins Shootout, Blasius And Landers Break Records At Chuckwalla

LANDERS and BLASIUS SET NEW LAP RECORDS AT CHUCKWALLA VALLEY RACEWAY

 

Rocco Landers sets lap records in 500 Supersport and Ultra Lightweight Shootout, while Joseph Blasius smashes long-time standing lap records in Formula 2 and Formula Twins.

 

On January 19-20 Chuckwalla Valley Motorcycle Association hosted round four of its seven-part Winter Series.

 

MotoAmerica pro Joseph Blasius had blistering fast laps including a record-smashing time of 1:51.591 in the Formula 2 class, and another long-standing record falls to 1:52.008 in the Formula Twins class.  Rocco Landers, also a MotoAmerica pro and 2020 Red Bull MotoGP Rookie, set lap records in 500 Supersport with a lap of 1:53.605 and in Ultra Lightweight Shootout with a lap of 1:52.951 aboard his Kawasaki Ninja 400.

 

Alejandro Thermiotis was the star of the middleweight class racing this weekend.  Thermiotis won Formula Middleweight and Supersport Middleweight both days aboard his Yamaha YZF-R6.

 

During the CVMA Shootout race presented by TrackDaz and SoCal Trackdays, Michael Gilbert took the win by nearly 7 seconds and was the only rider in the 1:45 lap time range aboard his Kawasaki ZX-10R.  MotoAmerica Pro Alex Dumas was in the lead pack the first 3 laps until he crashed out with a DNF. Wyatt Farris and Chad Lewin rounded out the podium on their Kawasaki ZX-10Rs.

In Formula Open class racing, Alex Dumas, aboard his Suzuki GSX-R1000, split wins with Wyatt Farris on his ZX-10R.  Alex took Saturday’s win, and Wyatt took the win on Sunday.

 

Rocco Landers shared the podium with Errol Sullivan and Liam Grant both days in Ultra Lightweight Shootout, with Sullivan and Grant swapping second and third positions each day.

 

Tired of sitting around this winter looking at the snow? Take a road trip to SoCal and enjoy some sunshine and competition with one of the best clubs in the country. Racing resumes at Chuckwalla Valley Raceway on February 22-23, 2020.

 

CVMA offers two full days of racing every race weekend and also includes Saturday qualifying for grid position in all classes – amateur and expert – as well as a wide variety of classes to choose from.

 

Additionally, CVMA offers free reciprocity as a means of encouraging racers from other clubs to come out and compete. Log on to www.cvmaracing.com for more information.

 

 CVMA. It’s club racing done right.

Results:

Supersport Open

Saturday:
1. Alex Dumas (Suz GSX-R1000)
2. Chad Lewin (Kaw ZX-10R)
3. Hunter Dunham (Yam YZF-R1)
4. Kevin Olmedo (Suz GSX-R600)
5. Nicholas Ciling (Kaw ZX-10R)
6. Rocco Landers (BMW S1000RR)

Sunday:
1. Bradley Ward (Kaw ZX-10R)
2. Chad Lewin (Kaw ZX-10R)
3. Rocco Landers (BMW S1000RR)
4. Wes Farnsworth (Kaw ZX-10R)
5. Brandon Paasch (Yam YZF-R6)
6. Manny Segura (Kaw ZX-10R)

 

Amateur Supersport Open

Saturday:
1. Alex Page (Yam YZF-R1)
2. Nick Dremel (Yam YZF-R1)
3. Brandon Young (Hon CBR600RR)
4. Kyle Renaud (Suz GSX-R1000)
5. Kevin Madden (Hon CBR1000RR)
6. Pratt Wellman (Yam YZF-R6)

Sunday:
1. Alex Page (Yam YZF-R1)
2. Nick Dremel (Yam YZF-R1)
3. Kevin Madden (Hon CBR1000RR)
4. Christopher Jaech (Tri 675R)
5. Pratt Wellman (Yam YZF-R6)
6. Brandon Young (Hon CBR600RR)

 

Ultra Lightweight Shootout

Saturday:
1. Rocco Landers (Kaw 400)
2. Errol Sullivan (Kaw 400)
3. Liam Grant (Kaw 400)
4. Jack Roach (Kaw 400)
5. Rafael Revelo (Kaw 400)
6. Justin Bordonaro (Kaw 400)

Sunday:
1. Rocco Landers (Kaw 400)
2. Liam Grant (Kaw 400)
3. Errol Sullivan (Kaw 400)
4. Jack Roach (Kaw 400)
5. Rafael Revelo (Kaw 400)
6. Josh Fogle (Yam YZF-R3)

 

Formula Middleweight

Saturday:
1. Alejandro Thermiotis (Yam YZF-R6)
2. Kevin Olmedo (Suz GSX-R600)
3. Jack Bakken (Yam YZF-R6)
4. Harm Jansen (Yam YZF-R6)
5. Rennie Scaysbrook (Hon CBR600RR)
6. Aaron Hartshorn (Yam YZF-R6)

Sunday:
1. Alejandro Thermiotis (Yam YZF-R6)
2. Brandon Paasch (Yam YZF-R6)
3. Jack Bakken (Yam YZF-R6)
4. Edgar Zaragoza (Yam YZF-R6)
5. Angel Olmedo (Yam YZF-R6)
6. Samuel Gluss (Yam YZF-R6)

 

Formula Twins

Saturday:
1. Rocco Landers (Kaw 400)
2. Joseph Blasius (Suz SV650)
3. Ryan Fritz (Suz SV650)
4. Liam Grant (Kaw 400)
5. Jon Glaefke (Kra Evo2R)
6. Simon Barrett (Yam FZ-07)

Sunday:
1. Joseph Blasius (Suz SV650)
2. Rocco Landers (Kaw 400)
3. Ryan Fritz (Suz SV650)
4. Jon Glaefke (Kra Evo2R)
5. Simon Barrett (Yam FZ07)

 

Formula 40 Ultra Lightweight

Saturday:
1. Josh Fogle (Yam YZF-R3)
2. Stephen Ludwig (KTM RC 390)
3. Luke Sanzone (Kaw 400)
4. Matt Ray (Yam YZF-R3)

Sunday:
1. Josh Fogle (Yam YZF-R3)
2. Luke Sanzone (Kaw 400)
3. Matt Ray (Yam YZF-R3)

 

Amateur Formula Middleweight

Saturday:
1. Johnny Griffith (Yam YZF-R6)
2. Andre Pettas (Yam YZF-R6)
3. Lee Callens (Yam YZF-R6)
4. August Nord (Yam YZF-R6)
5. Mike Bishop (Yam YZF-R6)
6. Braxton Young (Hon CBR600RR)

Sunday:
1. Andre Pettas (Yam YZF-R6)
2. Johnny Griffith (Yam YZF-R6)
3. August Nord (Yam YZF-R6)
4. Christopher Jaech (Tri 675R)
5. Pratt Wellman (Yam YZF-R6)
6. Mike Bishop (Yam YZF-R6)

 

Femmewalla

Saturday:
1. Niccole Cox (Yam YZF-R6)
2. Alyssa Davis (Hon CBR600RR)
3. Bonnie Chiurazzi (Kaw ZX-6R)

Sunday:
1. Niccole Cox (Yam YZF-R6)
2. Alyssa Davis (Hon CBR600RR)
3. Bonnie Chiurazzi (Kaw ZX-6R)

 

Femmewalla Ultra Lightweight

Saturday:
1. Shannon Deane (Yam YZF-R3)
2. Savannah Jaska (Kaw 300R)
3. Ana Mata (Yam YZF-R3)
4. Kathy Ziao (Yam YZF-R3)
5. Angela Brunson (Kaw 300R)

Sunday:
1. Shannon Deane (Yam YZF-R3)
2. Savannah Jaska (Kaw 300R)
3. Ana Mata (Yam YZF-R3)
4. Kathy Ziao (Yam YZF-R3)
5. Angela Brunson (Kaw 300R)

 

Formula 40

Saturday:
1. Wes Farnsworth (Kaw ZX-10R)
2. Ryan McGowan (Kaw ZX-10R)
3. Jason Grant (Kaw ZX-10R)
4. Steven Zoumaras (Kaw ZX-10R)
5. Dan Zapkowski (Yam YZF-R1)
6. John Menzie (Kaw ZX-10R)

Sunday:
1. John Menzie (Kaw ZX-10R)
2. Dan Zapkowski (Yam YZF-R1)
3. Steve Crabtree (Apr RSV4)
4. Kevin Madden (Hon CBR1000RR)

 

Formula 40 Middleweight

Saturday:
1. Dan McCormack (Yam YZF-R6)
2. David Kolb (Kaw ZX-6R)
3. Grant Boldt (Yam YZF-R6)
4. Mike Bishop (Yam YZF-R6)
5. Adam Kownatka (Kaw ZX-6R)
6. Christopher Jaech (Tri 675R)

Sunday:
1. David Kolb (Kaw ZX-6R)
2. Dan McCormack (Yam YZF-R6)
3. Jose Revelo (Yam YZF-R6)
4. Christopher Jaech (Tri 675R)
4. Mike Bishop (Yam YZF-R6)
5. Sean Taitt (Yam YZF-R6)

 

Formula 40 Lightweight

Saturday:
1. Jon Glaefke (Kra Evo2R)
2. Simon Barrett (Yam FZ-07)

Sunday:
1. Jon Glaefke (Kra Evo2R)
2. Simon Barrett (Yam FZ-07)

 

350 Supersport

Saturday:
1. Josh Fogle (Yam YZF-R3)
2. Lee Tian (Yam YZF-R3)
3. Shannon Deane (Yam YZF-R3)
4. Stephen Ludwig (KTM RC 390)
5. Justin Bordonaro (Kaw 300R)
6. Cesar Garcia (Yam YZF-R3)

Sunday:
1. Josh Fogle (Yam YZF-R3)
2. Justin Bordonaro (Kaw 300R)
3. Paul Magnano (Yam YZF-R3)
4. Shannon Deane (Yam YZF-R3)
5. Cesar Garcia (Yam YZF-R3)

 

Amateur 350 Supersport

Saturday:
1. Yohei Sakane (Yam YZF-R3)
2. Christopher Newman (Yam YZF-R3)
3. Steven Greenwalt (KTM RC 390)
4. Muhammad Naveed (KTM RC 390)
5. Savannah Jaska (Kaw 300R)
6. Ana Mata (Yam YZF-R3)

Sunday:
1. Yohei Sakane (Yam YZF-R3)
2. Matt Hornschu (Yam YZF-R3)
3. Christopher Newman (Yam YZF-R3)
4. Muhammad Naveed (KTM RC 390)
5. Savannah Jaska (Kaw 300R)
6. Ana Mata (Yam YZF-R3)

 

Supersport Middleweight

Saturday:
1. Alejandro Thermiotis (Yam YZF-R6)
2. Harm Jansen (Yam YZF-R6)
3. Jack Bakken (Yam YZF-R6)
4. Rennie Scaysbrook (Hon CBR600RR)
5. Grant Boldt (Yam YZF-R6)
6. Samuel Gluss (Yam YZF-R6)

Sunday:
1. Alejandro Thermiotis (Yam YZF-R6)
2. Jack Bakken (Yam YZF-R6)
3. Edgar Zaragoza (Yam YZF-R6)
4. Brandon Paasch (Yam YZF-R6)
5. Aaron Hartshorn (Yam YZF-R6)
6. Angel Olmedo (Yam YZF-R6)

 

Amateur Supersport Middleweight

Saturday:
1. Johnny Griffith (Yam YZF-R6)
2. Andre Pettas (Yam YZF-R6)
3. Lee Callens (Yam YZF-R6)
4. Mike Bishop (Yam YZF-R6)
5. Dylan Tolomeo (Suz GSX-R600)
6. Braxton Young (Hon CBR600RR)

Sunday:
1. Andre Pettas (Yam YZF-R6)
2. Johnny Griffith (Yam YZF-R6)
3. Mike Bishop (Yam YZF-R6)
4. Christopher Jaech (Tri 675R)
5. Braxton Young (Hon CBR600RR)
6. Pratt Wellman (Yam YZF-R6)

 

Formula 2

Saturday:

1. Ryan Fritz (Suz SV650)
2. Joseph Blasius (Suz SV650)
3. Jon Glaefke (Kra Evo2R)
4. Simon Barrett (Yam FZ-07)
5. Christopher Binker (Suz SV650)
6. Serge Martin (Yam FZ-07)

Sunday:
1. Joseph Blasius (Suz SV650)
2. Ryan Fritz (Suz SV650)
3. Jon Glaefke (Kra Evo2R)
4. Simon Barrett (Yam FZ-07)

 

Formula Open

Saturday:
1. Alex Dumas (Suz GSX-R1000)
2. Wyatt Farris (Kaw ZX-10R)
3. Chad Lewin (Kaw ZX-10R)
4. Hunter Dunham (Yam YZF-R1)
5. Rocco Landers (BMW S1000RR)
6. Wes Farnsworth (Kaw ZX-10R)

Sunday:
1. Wyatt Farris (Kaw ZX-10R)
2. Alex Dumas (Suz GSX-R1000)
3. Michael Gilbert (Kaw ZX-10R)
4. Chad Lewin (Kaw ZX-10R)
5. Bradley Ward (Kaw ZX-10R)
6. Hunter Dunham (Yam YZF-R1)

 

Amateur Formula Open

Saturday:
1. Alex Page (Yam YZF-R1)
2. Nick Dremel (Yam YZF-R1)
3. August Nord (Yam YZF-R6)
4. Kyle Renaud (Suz GSX-R1000)
5. Brandon Young (Hon CBR600RR)
6. Rene Werner (Yam YZF-R6)

Sunday:
1. Alex Page (Yam YZF-R1)
2. August Nord (Yam YZF-R6)
3. Nick Dremel (Yam YZF-R1)
4. Kyle Renaud (Suz GSX-R1000)
5. Kevin Madden (Suz GSX-R1000)
6. Brandon Young (Hon CBR600RR)

 

500 Supersport

Saturday:
1. Rocco Landers (Kaw 400)
2. Errol Sullivan (Kaw 400)
3. Liam Grant (Kaw 400)
4. Jack Roach (Kaw 400)
5. Rafael Revelo (Kaw 400)
6. Hunter Ciling (Kaw 400)

Sunday:
1. Rocco Landers (Kaw 400)
2. Errol Sullivan (Kaw 400)
3. Liam Grant (Kaw 400)
4. Jack Roach (Kaw 400)
5. Rafael Revelo (Kaw 400)
6. Hunter Ciling (Kaw 400)

 

Amateur 500 Supersport

Saturday:
1. Luke Sanzone (Kaw 400)
2. Owen Williams (Kaw 400)
3. Muhammad Naveed (KTM RC 390)
4. Marcos Munoz (KTM RC 390)
5. Nicolas De Sena (Kaw 400)

Sunday:
1. Luke Sanzone (Kaw 400)
2. Owen Williams (Kaw 400)
3. Muhammad Naveed (KTM RC 390)
4. Marcos Munoz (KTM RC 390)

 

CVMA Shootout, Presented by TrackDaz and SoCal Trackdays

Sunday Only
1. Michael Gilbert (Kaw ZX-10R)
2. Wyatt Ferris (Kaw ZX-10R)
3. Chad Lewin (Kaw ZX-10R)
4. Bradley Ward (Kaw ZX-10R)
5. Nicholas Ciling (Kaw ZX-10R)
6. Hunter Dunham (Yam YZF-R1)
7. Wes Farnsworth (Kaw ZX-10R)
8. Rocco Landers (BMW S1000RR)
9. Edgar Zaragoza (Yam YZF-R6)
10. Brandon Paasch (Yam YZF-R6)

Featured In January/February: MotoGP Analysis Looks At Pre-Season Testing

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Featured In January/February: MotoGP Analysis Looks At Pre-Season Testing

Featured In the January/February 2020 issue of Roadracing World:

MotoGP teams stayed on after the 2019 season’s final race at Circuit Ricardo Tormo in Valencia, Spain, to test new and revised parts and major components before
moving onto a stand-alone test at Jerez.

It will be different at the end of the 2020 season, when post-series-finale testing by MotoGP teams will be banned, giving teams a break before testing begins for the
2021 season. The move is designed to offset the additional time and travel teams will endure as new races join the schedule.

As MotoGP regulations have become more restrictive in recent years, radical change to the machines is rare. When the garages opened in Valencia on Tuesday morning,
the bikes that were wheeled onto the hot pit lane were visually quite similar to the motorcycles that had raced there two days prior.

Each manufacturer had specific ideas as to what needed improvement, and the bikes featured changes designed to address the weaknesses in their 2019 racing machines…

-MotoGP Analysis, 2020 MotoGP Pre-Season Testing

 

The 2020 MotoGP season got underway within hours of the checkered flag at the 2019 race in Valencia. Almost all of the major manufacturers unveiled new
chassis, engines, aerodynamics and other components designed to address the shortcomings that a long, hard 2019 season had highlighted. We break it down team by team, as Honda, Yamaha, Ducati, Suzuki, KTM, and Aprilia make ready for the upcoming season. Take a look at what is in store in 2020 – it’s in the latest issue of Roadracing World!

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Carlin Dunne (R.I.P.) Being Inducted Into Pikes Peak Hall Of Fame

David Swarts
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Carlin Dunne (R.I.P.) Being Inducted Into Pikes Peak Hall Of Fame

The Pikes Peak Hill Climb Museum Hall of Fame will induct five outstanding honorees in the Class of 2020

Colorado Springs—-The Pikes Peak Hill Climb Museum Hall of Fame, presented by Rebellion Timepieces, will welcome five outstanding individuals for induction as the Class of 2020 on June 25 at the Penrose House Garden Pavilion.

Taking spots in the prestigious ranks of competitors, officials, organizers and others who have contributed to the success of the world’s toughest automotive hill climb and America’s second-oldest motorsport event behind the Indianapolis 500 are:

Al Unser: Unser competed on the Peak starting in 1960, winning the crown in the Open Wheel Class in 1964 and 1965. He also won the Indy 500 four times during his amazing career in the motorsport world, and he won the national championship in 1970, 1983, and 1985. A life-long ambassador for the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, Unser currently operates the Unser Racing Museum in Albuquerque, NM.

Carlin Dunne: Perhaps the finest motorcycle racer ever to perform on Pikes Peak, Dunne became the first racer to break the motorcycle ten-minute mark in 2012 with his winning time of 9:52.819 aboard a Ducati Multistrada. The next year, he beat every motorcycle to become King of the Mountain on a Lightning Electric motorcycle. He won four titles overall before a tragic crash last summer that took his life and cut short one of the most amazing stories in the history of the race.

William J. Hybl: Bill Hybl is recognized for his significant contributions to the fabled Race to the Clouds over several decades as a partner and friend through his positions with the El Pomar Foundation and the Colorado Springs Sports Corporation. Hybl, the President Emeritus of the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee, is also a member of the Colorado Springs Sports Hall of Fame, inducted with the inaugural Class of 2000.

Art Walsh: Walsh, a legendary race official, waved the checkered flag atop Pikes Peak for more than 40 years. He became a fixture at the summit in all kinds of weather and was a friend to scores of racers who took their turns in challenging America’s Mountain. Walsh, who died in 2011, was a loyal supporter of the Hill Climb and its legacy. He was honored by the Colorado Motorsports Hall of Fame in 2010 with its inaugural Jerry Van Dyke Memorial Award for “outstanding contributions to motorsports by an individual.”

Stan DeGeer: DeGeer is arguably the greatest and most influential historian for the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. He photographed and documented the race in its early years and later researched, wrote and published four books on the race that served as the foundation for the race’s historic preservation. His books include: Pikes Peak Is Unser Mountain, The Pikes Peak Race 1916-1990, Pikes Peak or Bust 1916-1996 and Race to the Clouds 1916-2001, the Pikes Peak Challenge.  DeGeer died in 2009 at the age of 93.

The Museum Hall of Fame is committed to honoring and preserving the achievements of individuals who have left an indelible mark on the Race to the Clouds; whether they are competitors, organizers, officials, members of the press or volunteers. Anyone who shares a passion for speed and competition in addition to a great respect for Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain is eligible to be inducted into the Hall of Fame as a tribute to their passion, competitive spirit and support for this world-famous motorsport competition.

Distinguished members of The Pikes Peak Hill Climb Museum Hall of Fame are:

Joshua J. “JC” Agajanian

Sonny Anderson

Bill Brokaw

The Donner Family

Davey Durelle

Rodney K. “Rod” Millen

Spencer Penrose

Frank J. & Judith K. “Kaye” Peterson

James J. “Jim” Reilly

Alfred C. “Al” Rogers

Nicholas J. “Nick” Sanborn, Jr.

Randy L. Schranz

Glen W. Shultz

Nobuhiro “Monster” Tajima

Charles L. “Charley” Tutt, IV

William Thayer Tutt

Louis “Uncle Louie” Unser, Jr.

Robert W. “Bobby” Unser

Leonard & Barb Vahsholtz

Jeff Zwart

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World Superbike Test: Jonathan Rea Quickest On Day Two At Jerez

Jonathan Rea. Photo courtesy of Dorna WorldSBK Press Office.
Jonathan Rea. Photo courtesy of Dorna WorldSBK Press Office.

All-Time Superbike Lap Record: 1:38.247, Jonathan Rea, 2019

Superbike Race Lap Record: 1:39.004, Alvaro Bautista, 2019

FIM Superbike World Championship

Circuito de Jerez – Angel Nieto

Jerez de la Frontera, Spain

January 23, 2020

Unofficial Day Two Test Results (wet-to-dry-to-wet conditions, all on Pirelli tires):

  1. Jonathan Rea, UK (Kaw ZX-10RR), 1:40.983
  2. Toprak Razgatlioglu, Turkey (Yam YZF-R1), 1:41.214
  3. Scott Redding, UK (Duc Panigale V4 R), 1:41.407
  4. Alex Lowes, UK (Kaw ZX-10RR), 1:41.642
  5. Michael van der Mark, Netherlands (Yam YZF-R1), 1:42.707
  6. Leon Haslam, UK (Hon CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP), 1:42.797
  7. Loris Baz, France (Yam YZF-R1), 1:43.384
  8. Alvaro Bautista, Spain (Hon CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP), 1:43.579
  9. Michael Ruben Rinaldi, Italy (Duc Panigale V4 R), 1:43.789
  10. Federico Caricasulo, Italy (Yam YZF-R1), 1:43.811
  11. Tom Sykes, UK (BMW S1000RR), 1:44.014
  12. Maximilian Scheib, Chile (Kaw ZX-10RR), 1:44.153
  13. Garrett Gerloff, USA (Yam YZF-R1), 1:44.214
  14. Sandro Cortese, Germany (Duc Panigale V4 R), 1:44.258
  15. Chaz Davies, UK (Duc Panigale V4 R), 1:44.276
  16. Sylvain Barrier, France (Duc Panigale V4 R), 1:44.322
  17. Leandro Mercado, Argentina (Duc Panigale V4 R), 1:44.451
  18. Eugene Laverty, Ireland (BMW S1000RR), 1:44.543
  19. Christophe Ponsson, France (Apr RSV4), lap time unavailable

 

More, from a press release issued by Dorna WorldSBK Press Office:

Jerez Test – Day 2

Rea beats Razgatlioglu to the top as WorldSBK test at Jerez ends

Completing just a few laps was all that was needed for Jonathan Rea, whilst Yamaha, Ducati and Honda all impressed inside the leading positions

The final day of Jerez testing brought the only sunshine available out to play for a handful of hours before more rain meant that most teams remained in their garages with a couple of hours to go. With Honda on top of day one, it was Jonathan Rea (Kawasaki Racing Team WorldSBK) and Kawasaki who were on top after doing 19 laps across the two days. Behind him, 2019 rival Toprak Razgatlioglu (PATA YAMAHA WORLDSBK OFFICIAL TEAM) and Scott Redding (ARUBA.IT Racing – Ducati), making it three manufacturers inside the top three.

There was very little track action across both days for the Kawasaki Racing Team WorldSBK outfit, as they vowed to keep their reigning WorldSBK Champion Jonathan Rea in the box for the entirety of day one, before he ventured out on day two. With little to try because he already knows the ZX-10RR so comprehensively, new teammate Alex Lowes did more work. The WorldSBK race winner experimented with launch control settings and wasn’t worried about the lack of dry time, as he was fast in testing in years gone by but then got to the first round and it had been a different story. Heading to Portugal, Rea is on top and Lowes is fourth.

Toprak Razgatlioglu (54). Photo courtesy of Dorna WorldSBK Press Office.
Toprak Razgatlioglu (54). Photo courtesy of Dorna WorldSBK Press Office.

Two-time race winner Toprak Razgatlioglu was in fine form across the test and despite suffering a Turn 1 crash on Wednesday, he bounced back to lead the way for the majority of the second day. However, once Jonathan Rea had gone out, Razgatlioglu was pushed back to second, although just over two tenths behind the Ulsterman. Michael van der Mark (PATA YAMAHA WORLDSBK OFFICIAL TEAM) joined his teammate at the sharp end and completed the top five, 1.7s behind Rea.

Making it three manufacturers inside the top three, Scott Redding (ARUBA.IT Racing – Ducati) took his Ducati Panigale V4 R around the Circuito de Jerez – Angel Nieto track. Having raced at the track more than most of his competitors from his MotoGP™ paddock days, the 27-year-old British ace had a good run at a circuit he knows well in order to learn the WorldSBK-spec of the V4 R’s intricacies. Chaz Davies (ARUBA.IT Racing – Ducati) had a tough test and was 15th at the end of it all, crashing twice on the first day and completing less than 30 laps on day two.

Scott Redding (45). Photo courtesy of Dorna WorldSBK Press Office.
Scott Redding (45). Photo courtesy of Dorna WorldSBK Press Office.

Day one saw the highly awaited first public appearance of the all-new Honda CBR1000RR-R and it ended the day on top of the WorldSBK pile in the hands of Leon Haslam (HRC Team). On Thursday, the bike couldn’t quite replicate the position, but it was a good indicator of what the bike was capable of in drying conditions. The ‘Pocket Rocket’ finished in sixth come the end of play and hailed the support of HRC, giving him the confidence to achieve great things. For Bautista, the objective is still to find a good base setting and to learn the technicalities of an in-line four-cylinder motorcycle, something he has never ridden before. Bautista ended day two in eighth.

In seventh place was the first of the Independent riders and Loris Baz (Ten Kate Racing Yamaha). The 26-year-old WorldSBK race winner was right in the mix across the two days of testing, testing with the new 2020 Yamaha YZF R1. The wet weather running was confirmation that the team have improved the set-up of the bike in general, whilst they also practiced race starts and refined their electronics. Along with Baz in the top ten were other Independent riders were Michael Ruben Rinaldi (Team GOELEVEN) and Federico Caricasulo (GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Junior Team), the latter of which suffered two crashes.

Outside the top ten was Tom Sykes (BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) in eleventh, as the BMW squad didn’t try too much during the second day. Combined with teammate Eugene Laverty, the two did 65 laps in total across the second day with a primary focus on Laverty, who hailed the chassis but has engine desires in order to move forward. With two chassis to test, the Shaun Muir Racing team will be busy with more development at Portimao; ‘Norge’ was 18th.

ORELAC Racing VERDNATURA were up in 12th place with WorldSBK rookie Maximilian Scheib, who quietly impressed around the WorldSBK paddock at Jerez. The Chilean rider’s main aim was to familiarise his way with the ZX-10RR, whilst placing fourth out of the Independent riders. Third on day one, it was 13th for Garrett Gerloff (GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Junior Team) on day two, whilst Sandro Cortese (Barni Racing Team) was 14th on his deputising duty. The German rider, who liked the feeling from his Ducati Panigale V4 R, is still without a ride on the 2020 grid. Sylvain Barrier (Brixx Performance) was 16th on his Ducati, ahead of Leandro Mercado (Motocorsa Racing).

 

 

WorldSSP: Krummenacher heads MV Agusta 1-2 as Jerez testing ends
The title defence is off to a good start for the Swiss rider, although there’s plenty of unpredictability in the air…
Randy Krummenacher (1). Photo courtesy of Dorna WorldSBK Press Office.
Randy Krummenacher (1). Photo courtesy of Dorna WorldSBK Press Office.

The FIM Supersport World Championship testing at Jerez has been completed, with the top riders taking to the circuit on the final day of action. With sunshine blazing through in the middle of the day, times improved significantly, and it was Randy Krummenacher (MV Agusta Reparto Corse) who clinched top slot aboard his MV Agusta F3 675, whilst teammate Raffaele De Rosa and Jules Cluzel (GMT94 Yamaha) completed the top three.

De Rosa was one of the first riders out on track and soon set the early pace, but teammate Randy Krummenacher was soon on the pace and got ahead of the Italian before the weather closed in on the Circuito de Jerez – Angel Nieto. The Swiss rider needs to focus on garnering as much track time as possible with his new bike, whilst De Rosa looked to push on and challenge his new teammate. Jules Cluzel was up at the sharp end of things on the overall timesheets early on before slipping down later on, finishing third in the class. Cluzel didn’t manage to get out on slick tyres.

Behind them was South African rookie Steven Odendaal (EAB Ten Kate Racing) and was pushing on in the morning. Entering his first season in the class and with very little dry track time to help him, it will be an interesting opening few rounds for the former CEV Moto2™ Junior Champion. Corentin Perolari (GMT94 Yamaha) was fifth in the WorldSSP class and, like teammate Cluzel, didn’t venture out on slick rubber, whilst Jaimie van Sikkelerus (MPM Routz Racing Team was sixth. Loris Cresson (OXXO Yamaha Team Toth) elected to stay off the Jerez circuit.

The next stop for the World Supersport teams and riders is the Portimao circuit in Portugal, where Dynavolt Honda, GMT94 Yamaha, Kawasaki Puccetti Racing, BARDAHL Evan Bros. WorldSSP Team and the new WRP Wepol Racing Yamaha squad will be out on the undulating track.

 

 

More, from a press release issued by Aruba.it Racing Ducati:

Two days of testing conclude at Jerez de la Frontera for Aruba.it Racing – Ducati with Redding and Davies in 3rd and 15th position respectively

The Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team archived the first tests of the 2020 WorldSBK season at the Jerez – Angel Nieto Circuit (Spain). After a first day conditioned by the incessant rain that made the track conditions tricky, causing many crashes, on the second day of activity Scott Redding and Chaz Davies managed to put together a good number of laps – in almost dry track conditions – obtaining important data to improve the feeling with their Ducati Panigale V4 R.

Scott Redding, protagonist of a convincing Day-1 (44 laps, P4) lapped with great consistency also in the second day of testing (43 laps completed) finishing with the third quickest time (1’41.407), 4 tenths of a second off Rea (Kawasaki).

A crash after two laps forced Chaz Davies to skip the first day of activity. The Welshman returned on track today completing 27 laps but was unable to find the ideal conditions to push at the maximum (P15, 1’44.276).

Chaz Davies, Scott Redding and the Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team will move tomorrow morning to Portugal where two more days of testing are scheduled on Sunday and Monday at the Algarve International Circuit (Portimão).

Scott Redding (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati #45) – 1’41.407 (3rd)

“My first goal is to get to know the bike well, to get to know the team, to understand the tyre behaviour in the best possible way, to work to create a solid base. If I have to be honest, I am very satisfied with what we have done so far. I have had a good feeling during these two days even if, obviously, the weather has not helped us. I still feel comfortable in both wet and dry conditions. There are some areas where we need to improve but the balance of these days is very positive”.

Chaz Davies (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati #7) – 1’44.267 (15th)

“We worked on the bike and that didn’t allow me to focus on performance. I can’t hide the fact that we have encountered some issues in these tests but I am sure we can be much more competitive in the next two days at Portimao. The base to work on, obviously, is very good but we need to put together many laps. That is why I hope to have four days in dry conditions between the tests in Portugal and Australia. This would allow us to arrive in the best conditions in the first race of the season”.

 

 

 

More, from a press release issued by Kawasaki:

KRT Prepares For 2020 Season At Jerez

The Jerez de la Frontera circuit supplied the backdrop for the KRT duo of Jonathan Rea and Alex Lowes to complete an important pre-season test session alongside most of their 2020 WorldSBK rivals.

The Spanish track featured changeable weather and often a wet surface during this test, for almost all of day one and much of the second day. After the track conditions started to dry on the final day five times World Champion Rea ended up fastest of all, with a best lap of 1’40.983. Lowes was fourth overall before the tests were completed and 0.659 seconds from Jonathan.

After the team saw the changeable weather forecast for Wednesday and Thursday they took the unexpected opportunity to set some dry laps on Tuesday. Rea sat out the first day of the combined tests but new team member Lowes was inside the top positions after his first fully wet test sessions on his official Ninja ZX-10RR machine.

Bonding well with his bike and team Lowes worked on feel in the wet on day one and then getting more comfortable with his ergonomic package on day two, finding a better riding position that he can take forward.

Rea’s eventual fastest time of the tests was set after completing only 19 laps today. He made progress with his machine’s handling and set-up package as the track conditions improved.

Some rival teams will now head to Portimao to take part in another two days of testing but KRT will undertake its own private one-day test at the Montmelo circuit in Catalunya on Monday 27th January. The KRT official launch, in Barcelona, will be the final big item on the KRT European ‘to-do list’, on Thursday 6 February.

The ultimate pre-season tests will take place at the opening round venue of Phillip Island in Australia, a few days before the start of a whole new racing season.

Jonathan Rea, stated: “The weather was not playing ball really. We sat out yesterday because the conditions were quite wet and changeable. One minute it was monsoon weather and then a drying track. Today were found a track that, although it wasn’t perfect and had a few damp patches that compromised the racing line, was consistent enough to try some items on the bike. We tried to focus on getting the bike to turn a little bit easier and I think we made a step forward in that direction. We need to confirm that in our test at Montmelo on Monday before we get to go Australia. We also managed to get a few laps in on Tuesday, where we basically confirmed all the items that we had in November. The positives were that we got to try a different balance of the bike.”

Alex Lowes, stated: “It was a real good test and I am happy I got to ride the bike in mixed conditions. I was fast in the wet and the drying conditions and I am starting to feel a lot more comfortable on the bike. I really enjoyed it and I feel like we are making some steps in the right direction before Phillip Island. I feel I have a good riding position now; one that I can keep. We did not get that much dry track time but I certainly do feel more comfortable than when I got here, so that is positive. Any time you get to ride a new track is great and Montmelo is a new addition to the calendar. It will be important to get in as many laps as we can and a good a understanding of the bike. Any track time is important to let me keep building on my confidence for the first race.”

Pere Riba, Crew Chief for Jonathan Rea, stated: “Yesterday it was raining all day but the day before we got some track time in during the afternoon. We could make some small tests that were in the plan. We did that because the weather forecast said we would have two days of rain afterwards. For us there was no point to ride in the rain on Wednesday. On the final day today we had maybe three hours on slick tyres but some corners were still damp and the lap times were maybe 1.5 seconds from where they should be. We did 19 laps today with standard tyres. Now we go to Montmelo on Monday, which is new track for Johnny and us. I am excited to go there because we have never been there with the Superbike.”

Marcel Duinker, Crew Chief for Alex Lowes, stated: “Maybe 75% of our track time at this test was wet but this gave us the opportunity to let Alex get a first impression of the ZX-10RR in the these conditions. It was very positive. From the first exit he felt the bike was performing very well. He made two exits and only eight flying laps and he went to the top. What pleased me was that he said, ‘OK that is enough in the wet because I know how the bike behaves and performs well.’ In the late morning today the track started to dry out and we went out, first on wet tyres, but then on slicks. Although the conditions at that time made it five seconds slower than in normal dry conditions again Alex went to the top of the time sheets. He has shown a lot of potential and confidence in the bike in any conditions. One more day on track to go next week and then we go to Phillip Island.”

 

 

 

More, from a press release issued by BMW Motorrad Motorsport WorldSBK Team:

The BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team conclude two-day testing despite mixed conditions 

BMW Motorrad WorldSBK’s Tom Sykes and Eugene Laverty today completed their two-day testing program at the the Circuito de Jerez – Ángel Nieto, despite lack of dry weather practice. With mixed conditions at the Spanish track this limited much of the testing plan, however gave opportunity for both riders to test new component fitments to their BMW S 1000 RR’s ahead of the 2020 WorldSBK season opener in Australia.

With base set-up a key factor of the 2020 test, the BMW engineers also worked throughout the two days on electronic development and different traction control strategies, which will help to improve grip for the S 1000 RR.

At the end of the test Tom Sykes lapped a best lap time of (1’44.014), with team-mate Eugene Laverty circulating a 1’44.543.

As the two-day test at the Circuito de Jerez – Ángel Nieto draws to a close the team will now travel across the border to the Autódromo Internacional de Algarve, where they will complete their final European pre-season test of 2020.

Shaun Muir, Team Principal: “We’ve had a big list of parts to run through this test, the wet conditions did change the sequence of what we were going to be testing but this allowed us to give extra emphasis on our electronic updates. Both Tom an Eugene worked through our list which was definitely a benefit, unfortunately we didn’t get to work on the chassis and swing-arm during this test but heading over to Portimao in a couple of days this will allow us to gain a clear direction to work in.  In summary of the two-day test and the constant changing conditions we have not been looking at the lap times, in any respect that’s not what we are here to do and our focus has solely been on development and overall I feel it’s been a valuable and constructive test.”

Tom Sykes: “Despite how bad the weather conditions have been we have actually been able to do some good fundamental work on the electronics and some small changes on the chassis. In an ideal world we would test all our parts at racing speed however having said that we have been very productive in the small time we have had. In conditions like this I’ve not been looking at the time sheets, the track changes every 20 mins and there is nothing I would achieve by risking everything, we’ve used the track time to understand some electronic parameters and now we can take this understanding forward and pencil it into our testing plan over in Portimao this weekend.”

 Eugene Laverty: “We are in a much better position than where we were from the last test, however the lap times may not reflect that as I’ve taken a role of test rider over the last two days. We have made good progress with the electronics and other small parameters on the bike so heading into Portimao with some good weather hopefully we can kick on a little and start improving our lap times.”

 

 

 

More, from a press release issued by Barni Racing Team:

BRT concluded two days test in Jerez: Cortese takes work further in Portimao, with Camier’s attendance
 
Jerez de la Frontera, 23rd January 2020. Rain and cold temperatures conditioned the two days of test in Jerez, Spain, and the debut of Sandro Cortese on the saddle of the Barni Racing Team’s Ducati Panigale V4 R.

The German replaced the injured Leon Camier, who not attend this test due to the consequence of the surgery on his left shoulder he had last December.

Cortese will take the work further even at Portimao next Sunday and Monday letting the Barni Racing Team to develop some new components on the bike, but Leon will attend the test trying to do some laps on his machinery.

Day one was ruined by rain that continued to fall intermittently which put many riders in trouble. Due to the numerous crash the organizer were forced to display the red flag four times. At the end of the day Cortese set only 20 laps.

Sun beamed through from behind the clouds in the second days. With a drying track and times improving lap by lap, Cortese become better acquainted with the Ducati Panigale V4 R. His best lap time 1’44.258 saw him fourteenth overall in the timesheet despite he didn’t try a real flying lap in his 35 laps.
Marco Barnabo, Team Principal:

“Weather conditions were really bad, but for us is too important not to stop the development of the bike. Thanks to the help of Sandro we checked if all the new components on the machinery work well, and it was. Despite of rainfall we managed to use both bikes in 2020 configuration. Sandro gave us also a different point of view on the development of the bike. We learned something on his work method and it works nice. In Portimao we have to test some new components, especially on suspensions, because of that Sandro will be with us even in Portugal, where Leon will test his physical condition trying to be on the saddle for some laps.”
Sandro Cortese, #11

“First of all a big thank to Barni Racing Team and to Marco Barnabò giving me the chance of having this two days test in Jerez. Unfortunately weather condition were very bad, we had yesterday a full day of rain and even today we had mixed conditions. I still have to find a way to ride a Ducati, but I felt immediately welcome and “at home” on the Ducati family. They helped me as much as they can to put me at ease and I really appreciated that. I felt really honored to be part of them in this test trying to understand a bit how to ride the Ducati which is different from a Yamaha.

This test was important for me also because I jumped on the bike for the first time after the surgery I had three month ago on my shoulder and I felt 100% fit again. Now I’m looking forward to Portimao, Marco give me the chance to do one more test with the Panigale and I think we can work in much better conditions in Portugal.”

MotoGP: 2020 Mission Winnow Factory Ducati Team Presented In Italy

Danilo Petrucci (left) and Andrea Dovizioso (right) on their 2020 Mission Winnow Ducati Desmosedici GP20 MotoGP racebikes. Photo courtesy of Ducati.
Danilo Petrucci (left) and Andrea Dovizioso (right) on their 2020 Mission Winnow Ducati Desmosedici GP20 MotoGP racebikes. Photo courtesy of Ducati.

The 2020 Mission Winnow Ducati Team presented in Bologna

Ducati Motor Holding CEO Claudio Domenicali: “Ducati is an advanced technological incubator, a showcase for Italian intelligence and technology, and an incredible component of passion for all the Ducatisti”.

Luigi Dall’Igna, Ducati Corse General Manager: “Our goal is winning the championship title. We are working harder to become leading contenders in all races and all conditions this year”.

Andrea Dovizioso and Danilo Petrucci once again together in the 2020 MotoGP season.

Red livery with black and chromed details for the Ducati Desmosedici GP20.

Bologna (Italy), 23rd January 2020. The historic Palazzo Re Enzo in Piazza Maggiore, Bologna (Italy), set the stage for the 2020 Mission Winnow Ducati Team Launch.

During the event, riders Andrea Dovizioso and Danilo Petrucci, together with Ducati Motor Holding CEO Claudio Domenicali and Ducati Corse General Manager Luigi Dall’Igna, unveiled the new colours of the Desmosedici GP20 bikes that the Italian squad will field in the 2020 MotoGP World Championship.

The brand-new liveries, painted in bright red with a few details in black and chrome, will make their first official race appearance at the inaugural Grand Prix of the 2020 MotoGP season in Qatar, the next 8th March. The opening meeting for 2020 will take place as usual in the evening, and it will be the first of 20 races scheduled for this year.

A new exciting season is just about to begin. From 7th-9th February the Mission Winnow Ducati Team will make their first appearance out on track for 2020 at the Official MotoGP Test in Sepang, Malaysia.

Claudio Domenicali, Ducati Motor Holding CEO: “Racing is and has always been a fundamental part of our company, even in such a particularly complicated era where technology is drastically changing our surroundings. In order to succeed in this situation, it is necessary to keep investing in research and development, and racing is a crucial part of our commitment to this. If we sum the R&D done for the production line, for racing and the assets needed to produce new models, the global Ducati R&D is worth more than 10% of the revenue.

Our Panigale V4 machine has been profoundly renovated for 2020, and it wouldn’t have been born without the contribution of all the lessons that we have learned thanks to the competitions. An engine that features a counter-rotating crankshaft, a spine and slice traction control, an efficient aerodynamic fairing that includes aerofoils are just a few of the elements deriving from the skillful work done by Gigi and his crew in MotoGP. We are incredibly proud, not just because Ducati is the only Italian company, but also the only European company able to win races in MotoGP since the beginning of the Championship in 2002.

We are proud to represent an excellent territory, the Motor Valley, in the competitions. This is an incredible area that within a ray of 150 kilometers sees prestigious brands such as Ferrari, Lamborghini, Maserati, Dallara, Pagani and of course Ducati, that is situated just 15 minutes away from the centre of Bologna. This is what racing is for Ducati: an advanced technological incubator, a showcase for Italian intelligence and technology, and an incredible component of passion for all the Ducatisti.

I want to thank all our partners and sponsors and wish all my best to Andrea, Danilo and Gigi and the whole team. I wish to all of us a highly competitive season full of satisfaction”.

Luigi Dall’Igna, Ducati Corse General Manager: “We already left the 2019 season behind, a year that saw us confirmed as runner-up in the riders’ standings for the third time in a row with Andrea. Dovizioso scored nine podiums and two incredible victories. At the same time, Danilo gave us incredible emotions with his victory in Mugello, which is a GP that we had won in the last three years. Still, we can’t say that we are completely satisfied as our ultimate goal remains the same: winning the championship title. 2020 will be even more intense and demanding with twenty races scheduled in the calendar, and our rivals will be even more competitive. That is why we all need to increase our commitment. For this reason, we have been working harder during the winter to offer to Andrea and Danilo a Desmosedici GP20 bike that will allow them to become leading contenders in all races and all conditions”.

Andrea Dovizioso with his 2020 Mission Winnow Ducati Desmosedici GP20 MotoGP racebike. Photo courtesy of Ducati.
Andrea Dovizioso with his 2020 Mission Winnow Ducati Desmosedici GP20 MotoGP racebike. Photo courtesy of Ducati.

Andrea Dovizioso (#04, Mission Winnow Ducati): “2019 was interesting and made us understand a few aspects that will help us to improve and grow in 2020. Last year we finished as runner-up for the third consecutive time behind Marc Màrquez, a rider that for sure made the difference last year, but we also did our best managing well our potential. Every year has its own story, and it is not easy to predict what will happen in 2020. Our goal is clear; we want to challenge for the title again. Both Ducati and I are working hard to be back stronger than ever before. Compared to last year, I expect to find more competitive rivals, but we have also grown a lot, and I am confident that we will be able to continue with our positive trend”.

 

Danilo Petrucci with his 2020 Mission Winnow Ducati Desmosedici GP20 MotoGP racebike. Photo courtesy of Ducati.
Danilo Petrucci with his 2020 Mission Winnow Ducati Desmosedici GP20 MotoGP racebike. Photo courtesy of Ducati.

Danilo Petrucci (#9, Mission Winnow Ducati): “2019 was positive for me, despite a few difficulties towards the end of the year. It was my best season in MotoGP in terms of results. I took my first win in Mugello in a fantastic race in front of my home crowd and all the Ducati fans. This result boosts my confidence and motivates me to improve even more this year. I know our rivals will be back stronger this year, but that counts for me too. I have been improving and growing each season, and this year I want to confirm my results and make further steps forward compared to last year”.

MotoAmerica Hires Former Monster Energy Marketing Director Steve Jugan

Steve Jugan. Photo courtesy of MotoAmerica.
Steve Jugan. Photo courtesy of MotoAmerica.

MotoAmerica Hires Steve Jugan As VP Of Business Development And Partnerships

Former Marketing Director Of Monster Energy Joins MotoAmerica

COSTA MESA, CA (January 23, 2020) – MotoAmerica is pleased to announce the hiring of Steve Jugan as Vice President, Business Development and Partnerships, effective immediately.

Jugan is a senior-level marketing and business development leader with a 25-year record of accomplishments driving Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) business growth, profitability, and brand visibility.

“We want to welcome Steve to our team at MotoAmerica,” said MotoAmerica President Wayne Rainey. “He comes to us with a lot of experience and we’re looking forward to tapping into that as we move into our sixth season of the MotoAmerica Series. Steve will be a big help as we continue to grow and build for the future.”

“I’m excited to assume this new role with MotoAmerica,” Jugan said. “It’s an exhilarating time for MotoAmerica, and I’m honored to have the opportunity to build on the teams’ accomplishments as we work toward future growth at MotoAmerica.”

Highly respected and known for his ability to develop sponsorship programs for businesses, athletes, musicians, and artists, Jugan has a vast network of contacts developed through lengthy successful careers as director of marketing at Monster Energy and founder of Fast Friends Foundation (a non-profit supporting the action-sports community). Jugan earned his bachelor’s degree from Americus University in Washington DC.

To purchase tickets for any of the 10 events in the 2020 MotoAmerica Series, visit https://motoamerica.com/tickets/

2020 MotoAmerica Series

April 3-5                      Circuit of the Americas, Austin, Texas

April 17-19                  Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, Braselton, Georgia

May 1-3                       Virginia International Raceway, Alton, Virginia

May 29-31                   Road America, Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin

June 26-28                 The Ridge Motorsports Park, Shelton, Washington

July 10-12                   WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, Monterey, California

August 7-9                  Pittsburgh International Race Complex, Wampum, Pennsylvania

August 21-23              Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Indianapolis, Indiana

September 11-13        New Jersey Motorsports Park, Millville, New Jersey

September 18-20        Barber Motorsports Park, Birmingham, Alabama

Energica Reports Strong Electric Streetbike Sales, Plans Production Increase

Energica's 2020-models (from left): the new Eva Ribelle, the Ego+, and the Eva EsseEsse9+. Photo by Marcello Mannoni, courtesy of Energica.
Energica's 2020-models (from left): the new Eva Ribelle, the Ego+, and the Eva EsseEsse9+. Photo by Marcello Mannoni, courtesy of Energica.

Energica: record order book already over 40% of 2019 year-end turnover

Energica opens the New Year with an Order Book at Euro 1.4 million, equal to over 40% of the expected year-end turnover for 2019 of Euro 3.25 million, +50% vs. FY2018 (as communicated on November 25th 2019.)

For the first time, the Italian company initiated a Pre-Sale Program to collect Customer Orders in advance of a new model introduction. The unveiling of the new 21.5 kWH power unit at EICMA in Milan last November demonstrated that Energica would now offer consumers the most power and torque, highest sustained speeds, fastest charging, and above all, the longest range of any ZEM (Zero Emission Motorcycle) homologated for street use.

Eva Ribelle is so far the most-ordered motorcycle worldwide, followed by the Ego+ and the Eva EsseEsse9+.

Following this very positive response, the Company has started to increase the efficiency of the supply chain in order to achieve a higher-than-expected early production.

The positive trend is registered both in Europe and in the United States, which are confirmed among the primary markets for Energica – and where the MY2020 range will be launched in the first quarter, guaranteeing further growth targets.

“Thanks to MotoE™ we can take advantage of a unique element of competitiveness that has allowed us to create innovative features on the 2020 model year motorcycles,” says Livia Cevolini, CEO Energica Motor Company S.p.A. “With up to 60% more range, 10% in increased torque and a 5% weight reduction, the Energica MY2020 introduced a unique kind of product in terms of performance to the market. In this last year, we have established important milestones not only in the automotive sector but also in the world of electric racing.”

“We already can see that 2020 promises to be a year of significant growth, thanks to the new Energica range and the second FIM Enel MotoE™ World Cup season starting next May.”

Mithos Offering Flat Track-Specific Leathers With Airbag Technology

Mithos USA-sponsored AFT racer Larry Pegram (72). Photo by Thomas Stein, courtesy of Mithos USA.
Mithos USA-sponsored AFT racer Larry Pegram (72). Photo by Thomas Stein, courtesy of Mithos USA.

Mithos Now Offering Flat Track Suits

Mithos brings Alpinestars Tech-Air Technology to Flat Track

[Los Angeles, CA] The Mithos Flat Track-specific suit is designed to fit outside the boots, has less curve in the arms, no internal shoulder armor or knee slider Velcro and is available with or without the ‘speed hump.’

“We were approached by several flat track racers asking us to create custom Tech-Air suits for them,” said Ken Tam, CEO of Mithos USA. “based on the great response we got, we have decided to make them an official product line.”

The suits are available in both Cow and Kangaroo leather and can be equipped with the Alpinestars Tech-Air System. Clients can choose either Semi-Custom or Full Custom design and have the option to upgrade from the standard SAS-TEC armor to Paramount.

For additional information, visit www.mithos-usa.com/flat-track-suits or contact Mithos by phone at 626-898-2863 or email at [email protected]

AHRMA: Entries To WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca Event Close Jan. 29

Motorcycles on track at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca. Photo by Etechphoto.com, courtesy of AHRMA.
Motorcycles on track at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca. Photo by Etechphoto.com, courtesy of AHRMA.
Laguna Seca Raceway will be the site of AHRMA’s season opening road race February 7, 8, 9, 2020.
All licensed road racers have until January 29, to pre-enter for the event. If you are not yet an AHRMA member, now is the time to join.  Some grid spaces are still available for modern and vintage classes.  There will be no post entry at the track.
AHRMA offers classes for most racebikes, except late model 4 cylinder bikes.
Visit ahrma.org/ahrma-handbook for the handbook with rules, and ahrma.motorsportreg.com for membership and sign-up, and the AHRMA season schedule.

WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca Announces Management Team

WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca. Photo courtesy WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca.
WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca. Photo courtesy WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca.

Laguna Seca Recreation Area Benefits from Skilled Management Team with Years of Experience at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
 

New Era Begins for Storied Racing Circuit and Hillside Campgrounds

MONTEREY, Calif., Jan. 22, 2020 — A new era is being ushered in at Laguna Seca Recreation Area, home to WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, as President and General Manager John Narigi merges his business acumen with a solid management team that has years of experience at the County of Monterey’s breathtaking 542 acre multi-purpose complex.

Narigi comes to WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca after 40-plus years in in the hospitality sector, where he oversaw numerous turnarounds that took major underperforming properties into profitable ventures. He also has been awarded with numerous accolades over the years from Monterey associations for his contributions to improving the business landscape throughout the county.

The management team consists of individuals who are deeply versed in all areas of the facility and its major events. “It is important to the owners and I that a knowledgeable and skilled team assume the helm of their departments,” said Narigi. “This is the best team in the business and each person has the passion for the facility, our events and series, track renters, sponsors, campers, hospitality clients and for every guest who enters to enjoy this world-renowned treasure.

“My priority is to invigorate the team and guide them by adapting sound business practices that will ensure WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca will deliver on our promise to everyone of a world-class experience,” Narigi continued. “This includes enhancing the family experience with activities that will support the on-track racing action.”

Returning to WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca after seven months in San Diego is Barry Toepke, who becomes Director of Marketing and Communications and the event manager for the annual and highly anticipated Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion, which is one of the pillars of Monterey Classic Car Week held each August. Toepke spent 10 years internally at Laguna Seca managing communications and historic racing and was integral in growing the event’s popularity. He first became involved in the historic racing event in 1989.

The management team is stepping right into place and have played integral roles in the success of not only the Rolex Reunion, but the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship and last year’s inaugural Firestone Grand Prix of Monterey that welcomed IndyCar back to the storied race circuit.

The passion for WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca extends from Monterey resident, MotoAmerica co-founder and three-time world champion Wayne Rainey who brings his racing series to his home track, to the people who run its daily operations. Together, the team has nearly 100 years’ experience at Laguna Seca that ensures each activity runs seamlessly and successfully. The team consists of (in alphabetical order):
 

Matt Brady, Track Manager

Brandy Falconer, Communications Manager

Steve Fields, Sr. VP of Sales

Rick Garcia, Director of Facilities

Mark Mathe, Director of Operations

Kathy Muller, Retail Manager

Lisa Saclayan, Ticket Manager

Jeanie Sumners, Marketing Manager

Aaron Tharpe, Director of Sales and Sponsorships

Barry Toepke, Director of Marketing and Communications

Judy Varley, Track Rental Coordinator
 

 

“I am incredibly proud of the entire team who has shown immense passion and dedication to WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca and in their desire to work as a team to think out of the box and work toward exceeding all guests’ expectations,” Narigi added. “The County of Monterey has entrusted us to bring about a positive change after it became evident new leadership was needed to ensure today’s visitors and the generations who will follow are able to enjoy everything this facility has to offer, whether it is the races, the year ‘round RV and tent camping, festivals or specialized corporate hospitality venues that are entirely unique to Monterey County and beyond.”

The 2020 season kicks off April 16-19 with the Sea Otter Classic; Trans Am SpeedFest returns May 1-3; MotoAmerica Superbike SpeedFest at Monterey July 10-12; Ferrari Challenge Series July 23-26; the Monterey Pre-Reunion August 8-9; Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion August 13-16; and Monterey SpeedWeek consisting of Monterey SportsCar Championship (IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship) September 11-13 and the Firestone Grand Prix of Monterey (NTT IndyCar Series) September 18-20.

Visit WeatherTechRaceway.com or call 831-242-8201 for complete event information and a full range of ticket and hospitality packages available.

CVMA: Gilbert Wins Shootout, Blasius And Landers Break Records At Chuckwalla

Michael Gilbert (1). Photo by CaliPhotography.com, courtesy of CVMA.
Michael Gilbert (1). Photo by CaliPhotography.com, courtesy of CVMA.

LANDERS and BLASIUS SET NEW LAP RECORDS AT CHUCKWALLA VALLEY RACEWAY

 

Rocco Landers sets lap records in 500 Supersport and Ultra Lightweight Shootout, while Joseph Blasius smashes long-time standing lap records in Formula 2 and Formula Twins.

 

On January 19-20 Chuckwalla Valley Motorcycle Association hosted round four of its seven-part Winter Series.

 

MotoAmerica pro Joseph Blasius had blistering fast laps including a record-smashing time of 1:51.591 in the Formula 2 class, and another long-standing record falls to 1:52.008 in the Formula Twins class.  Rocco Landers, also a MotoAmerica pro and 2020 Red Bull MotoGP Rookie, set lap records in 500 Supersport with a lap of 1:53.605 and in Ultra Lightweight Shootout with a lap of 1:52.951 aboard his Kawasaki Ninja 400.

 

Alejandro Thermiotis was the star of the middleweight class racing this weekend.  Thermiotis won Formula Middleweight and Supersport Middleweight both days aboard his Yamaha YZF-R6.

 

During the CVMA Shootout race presented by TrackDaz and SoCal Trackdays, Michael Gilbert took the win by nearly 7 seconds and was the only rider in the 1:45 lap time range aboard his Kawasaki ZX-10R.  MotoAmerica Pro Alex Dumas was in the lead pack the first 3 laps until he crashed out with a DNF. Wyatt Farris and Chad Lewin rounded out the podium on their Kawasaki ZX-10Rs.

In Formula Open class racing, Alex Dumas, aboard his Suzuki GSX-R1000, split wins with Wyatt Farris on his ZX-10R.  Alex took Saturday’s win, and Wyatt took the win on Sunday.

 

Rocco Landers shared the podium with Errol Sullivan and Liam Grant both days in Ultra Lightweight Shootout, with Sullivan and Grant swapping second and third positions each day.

 

Tired of sitting around this winter looking at the snow? Take a road trip to SoCal and enjoy some sunshine and competition with one of the best clubs in the country. Racing resumes at Chuckwalla Valley Raceway on February 22-23, 2020.

 

CVMA offers two full days of racing every race weekend and also includes Saturday qualifying for grid position in all classes – amateur and expert – as well as a wide variety of classes to choose from.

 

Additionally, CVMA offers free reciprocity as a means of encouraging racers from other clubs to come out and compete. Log on to www.cvmaracing.com for more information.

 

 CVMA. It’s club racing done right.

Results:

Supersport Open

Saturday:
1. Alex Dumas (Suz GSX-R1000)
2. Chad Lewin (Kaw ZX-10R)
3. Hunter Dunham (Yam YZF-R1)
4. Kevin Olmedo (Suz GSX-R600)
5. Nicholas Ciling (Kaw ZX-10R)
6. Rocco Landers (BMW S1000RR)

Sunday:
1. Bradley Ward (Kaw ZX-10R)
2. Chad Lewin (Kaw ZX-10R)
3. Rocco Landers (BMW S1000RR)
4. Wes Farnsworth (Kaw ZX-10R)
5. Brandon Paasch (Yam YZF-R6)
6. Manny Segura (Kaw ZX-10R)

 

Amateur Supersport Open

Saturday:
1. Alex Page (Yam YZF-R1)
2. Nick Dremel (Yam YZF-R1)
3. Brandon Young (Hon CBR600RR)
4. Kyle Renaud (Suz GSX-R1000)
5. Kevin Madden (Hon CBR1000RR)
6. Pratt Wellman (Yam YZF-R6)

Sunday:
1. Alex Page (Yam YZF-R1)
2. Nick Dremel (Yam YZF-R1)
3. Kevin Madden (Hon CBR1000RR)
4. Christopher Jaech (Tri 675R)
5. Pratt Wellman (Yam YZF-R6)
6. Brandon Young (Hon CBR600RR)

 

Ultra Lightweight Shootout

Saturday:
1. Rocco Landers (Kaw 400)
2. Errol Sullivan (Kaw 400)
3. Liam Grant (Kaw 400)
4. Jack Roach (Kaw 400)
5. Rafael Revelo (Kaw 400)
6. Justin Bordonaro (Kaw 400)

Sunday:
1. Rocco Landers (Kaw 400)
2. Liam Grant (Kaw 400)
3. Errol Sullivan (Kaw 400)
4. Jack Roach (Kaw 400)
5. Rafael Revelo (Kaw 400)
6. Josh Fogle (Yam YZF-R3)

 

Formula Middleweight

Saturday:
1. Alejandro Thermiotis (Yam YZF-R6)
2. Kevin Olmedo (Suz GSX-R600)
3. Jack Bakken (Yam YZF-R6)
4. Harm Jansen (Yam YZF-R6)
5. Rennie Scaysbrook (Hon CBR600RR)
6. Aaron Hartshorn (Yam YZF-R6)

Sunday:
1. Alejandro Thermiotis (Yam YZF-R6)
2. Brandon Paasch (Yam YZF-R6)
3. Jack Bakken (Yam YZF-R6)
4. Edgar Zaragoza (Yam YZF-R6)
5. Angel Olmedo (Yam YZF-R6)
6. Samuel Gluss (Yam YZF-R6)

 

Formula Twins

Saturday:
1. Rocco Landers (Kaw 400)
2. Joseph Blasius (Suz SV650)
3. Ryan Fritz (Suz SV650)
4. Liam Grant (Kaw 400)
5. Jon Glaefke (Kra Evo2R)
6. Simon Barrett (Yam FZ-07)

Sunday:
1. Joseph Blasius (Suz SV650)
2. Rocco Landers (Kaw 400)
3. Ryan Fritz (Suz SV650)
4. Jon Glaefke (Kra Evo2R)
5. Simon Barrett (Yam FZ07)

 

Formula 40 Ultra Lightweight

Saturday:
1. Josh Fogle (Yam YZF-R3)
2. Stephen Ludwig (KTM RC 390)
3. Luke Sanzone (Kaw 400)
4. Matt Ray (Yam YZF-R3)

Sunday:
1. Josh Fogle (Yam YZF-R3)
2. Luke Sanzone (Kaw 400)
3. Matt Ray (Yam YZF-R3)

 

Amateur Formula Middleweight

Saturday:
1. Johnny Griffith (Yam YZF-R6)
2. Andre Pettas (Yam YZF-R6)
3. Lee Callens (Yam YZF-R6)
4. August Nord (Yam YZF-R6)
5. Mike Bishop (Yam YZF-R6)
6. Braxton Young (Hon CBR600RR)

Sunday:
1. Andre Pettas (Yam YZF-R6)
2. Johnny Griffith (Yam YZF-R6)
3. August Nord (Yam YZF-R6)
4. Christopher Jaech (Tri 675R)
5. Pratt Wellman (Yam YZF-R6)
6. Mike Bishop (Yam YZF-R6)

 

Femmewalla

Saturday:
1. Niccole Cox (Yam YZF-R6)
2. Alyssa Davis (Hon CBR600RR)
3. Bonnie Chiurazzi (Kaw ZX-6R)

Sunday:
1. Niccole Cox (Yam YZF-R6)
2. Alyssa Davis (Hon CBR600RR)
3. Bonnie Chiurazzi (Kaw ZX-6R)

 

Femmewalla Ultra Lightweight

Saturday:
1. Shannon Deane (Yam YZF-R3)
2. Savannah Jaska (Kaw 300R)
3. Ana Mata (Yam YZF-R3)
4. Kathy Ziao (Yam YZF-R3)
5. Angela Brunson (Kaw 300R)

Sunday:
1. Shannon Deane (Yam YZF-R3)
2. Savannah Jaska (Kaw 300R)
3. Ana Mata (Yam YZF-R3)
4. Kathy Ziao (Yam YZF-R3)
5. Angela Brunson (Kaw 300R)

 

Formula 40

Saturday:
1. Wes Farnsworth (Kaw ZX-10R)
2. Ryan McGowan (Kaw ZX-10R)
3. Jason Grant (Kaw ZX-10R)
4. Steven Zoumaras (Kaw ZX-10R)
5. Dan Zapkowski (Yam YZF-R1)
6. John Menzie (Kaw ZX-10R)

Sunday:
1. John Menzie (Kaw ZX-10R)
2. Dan Zapkowski (Yam YZF-R1)
3. Steve Crabtree (Apr RSV4)
4. Kevin Madden (Hon CBR1000RR)

 

Formula 40 Middleweight

Saturday:
1. Dan McCormack (Yam YZF-R6)
2. David Kolb (Kaw ZX-6R)
3. Grant Boldt (Yam YZF-R6)
4. Mike Bishop (Yam YZF-R6)
5. Adam Kownatka (Kaw ZX-6R)
6. Christopher Jaech (Tri 675R)

Sunday:
1. David Kolb (Kaw ZX-6R)
2. Dan McCormack (Yam YZF-R6)
3. Jose Revelo (Yam YZF-R6)
4. Christopher Jaech (Tri 675R)
4. Mike Bishop (Yam YZF-R6)
5. Sean Taitt (Yam YZF-R6)

 

Formula 40 Lightweight

Saturday:
1. Jon Glaefke (Kra Evo2R)
2. Simon Barrett (Yam FZ-07)

Sunday:
1. Jon Glaefke (Kra Evo2R)
2. Simon Barrett (Yam FZ-07)

 

350 Supersport

Saturday:
1. Josh Fogle (Yam YZF-R3)
2. Lee Tian (Yam YZF-R3)
3. Shannon Deane (Yam YZF-R3)
4. Stephen Ludwig (KTM RC 390)
5. Justin Bordonaro (Kaw 300R)
6. Cesar Garcia (Yam YZF-R3)

Sunday:
1. Josh Fogle (Yam YZF-R3)
2. Justin Bordonaro (Kaw 300R)
3. Paul Magnano (Yam YZF-R3)
4. Shannon Deane (Yam YZF-R3)
5. Cesar Garcia (Yam YZF-R3)

 

Amateur 350 Supersport

Saturday:
1. Yohei Sakane (Yam YZF-R3)
2. Christopher Newman (Yam YZF-R3)
3. Steven Greenwalt (KTM RC 390)
4. Muhammad Naveed (KTM RC 390)
5. Savannah Jaska (Kaw 300R)
6. Ana Mata (Yam YZF-R3)

Sunday:
1. Yohei Sakane (Yam YZF-R3)
2. Matt Hornschu (Yam YZF-R3)
3. Christopher Newman (Yam YZF-R3)
4. Muhammad Naveed (KTM RC 390)
5. Savannah Jaska (Kaw 300R)
6. Ana Mata (Yam YZF-R3)

 

Supersport Middleweight

Saturday:
1. Alejandro Thermiotis (Yam YZF-R6)
2. Harm Jansen (Yam YZF-R6)
3. Jack Bakken (Yam YZF-R6)
4. Rennie Scaysbrook (Hon CBR600RR)
5. Grant Boldt (Yam YZF-R6)
6. Samuel Gluss (Yam YZF-R6)

Sunday:
1. Alejandro Thermiotis (Yam YZF-R6)
2. Jack Bakken (Yam YZF-R6)
3. Edgar Zaragoza (Yam YZF-R6)
4. Brandon Paasch (Yam YZF-R6)
5. Aaron Hartshorn (Yam YZF-R6)
6. Angel Olmedo (Yam YZF-R6)

 

Amateur Supersport Middleweight

Saturday:
1. Johnny Griffith (Yam YZF-R6)
2. Andre Pettas (Yam YZF-R6)
3. Lee Callens (Yam YZF-R6)
4. Mike Bishop (Yam YZF-R6)
5. Dylan Tolomeo (Suz GSX-R600)
6. Braxton Young (Hon CBR600RR)

Sunday:
1. Andre Pettas (Yam YZF-R6)
2. Johnny Griffith (Yam YZF-R6)
3. Mike Bishop (Yam YZF-R6)
4. Christopher Jaech (Tri 675R)
5. Braxton Young (Hon CBR600RR)
6. Pratt Wellman (Yam YZF-R6)

 

Formula 2

Saturday:

1. Ryan Fritz (Suz SV650)
2. Joseph Blasius (Suz SV650)
3. Jon Glaefke (Kra Evo2R)
4. Simon Barrett (Yam FZ-07)
5. Christopher Binker (Suz SV650)
6. Serge Martin (Yam FZ-07)

Sunday:
1. Joseph Blasius (Suz SV650)
2. Ryan Fritz (Suz SV650)
3. Jon Glaefke (Kra Evo2R)
4. Simon Barrett (Yam FZ-07)

 

Formula Open

Saturday:
1. Alex Dumas (Suz GSX-R1000)
2. Wyatt Farris (Kaw ZX-10R)
3. Chad Lewin (Kaw ZX-10R)
4. Hunter Dunham (Yam YZF-R1)
5. Rocco Landers (BMW S1000RR)
6. Wes Farnsworth (Kaw ZX-10R)

Sunday:
1. Wyatt Farris (Kaw ZX-10R)
2. Alex Dumas (Suz GSX-R1000)
3. Michael Gilbert (Kaw ZX-10R)
4. Chad Lewin (Kaw ZX-10R)
5. Bradley Ward (Kaw ZX-10R)
6. Hunter Dunham (Yam YZF-R1)

 

Amateur Formula Open

Saturday:
1. Alex Page (Yam YZF-R1)
2. Nick Dremel (Yam YZF-R1)
3. August Nord (Yam YZF-R6)
4. Kyle Renaud (Suz GSX-R1000)
5. Brandon Young (Hon CBR600RR)
6. Rene Werner (Yam YZF-R6)

Sunday:
1. Alex Page (Yam YZF-R1)
2. August Nord (Yam YZF-R6)
3. Nick Dremel (Yam YZF-R1)
4. Kyle Renaud (Suz GSX-R1000)
5. Kevin Madden (Suz GSX-R1000)
6. Brandon Young (Hon CBR600RR)

 

500 Supersport

Saturday:
1. Rocco Landers (Kaw 400)
2. Errol Sullivan (Kaw 400)
3. Liam Grant (Kaw 400)
4. Jack Roach (Kaw 400)
5. Rafael Revelo (Kaw 400)
6. Hunter Ciling (Kaw 400)

Sunday:
1. Rocco Landers (Kaw 400)
2. Errol Sullivan (Kaw 400)
3. Liam Grant (Kaw 400)
4. Jack Roach (Kaw 400)
5. Rafael Revelo (Kaw 400)
6. Hunter Ciling (Kaw 400)

 

Amateur 500 Supersport

Saturday:
1. Luke Sanzone (Kaw 400)
2. Owen Williams (Kaw 400)
3. Muhammad Naveed (KTM RC 390)
4. Marcos Munoz (KTM RC 390)
5. Nicolas De Sena (Kaw 400)

Sunday:
1. Luke Sanzone (Kaw 400)
2. Owen Williams (Kaw 400)
3. Muhammad Naveed (KTM RC 390)
4. Marcos Munoz (KTM RC 390)

 

CVMA Shootout, Presented by TrackDaz and SoCal Trackdays

Sunday Only
1. Michael Gilbert (Kaw ZX-10R)
2. Wyatt Ferris (Kaw ZX-10R)
3. Chad Lewin (Kaw ZX-10R)
4. Bradley Ward (Kaw ZX-10R)
5. Nicholas Ciling (Kaw ZX-10R)
6. Hunter Dunham (Yam YZF-R1)
7. Wes Farnsworth (Kaw ZX-10R)
8. Rocco Landers (BMW S1000RR)
9. Edgar Zaragoza (Yam YZF-R6)
10. Brandon Paasch (Yam YZF-R6)

Featured In January/February: MotoGP Analysis Looks At Pre-Season Testing

The first day of testing for the 2020 season took place in Valencia, with factory teams testing new engine, chassis, and aero components. LCR Honda rider Cal Crutchlow is seen here testing new HRC components. Photo by Michael Gougis.
Cal Crutchlow testing his LCR Honda Castrol RC213V at Valencia at the end of the 2019 season. Photo by Michael Gougis.

Featured In the January/February 2020 issue of Roadracing World:

MotoGP teams stayed on after the 2019 season’s final race at Circuit Ricardo Tormo in Valencia, Spain, to test new and revised parts and major components before
moving onto a stand-alone test at Jerez.

It will be different at the end of the 2020 season, when post-series-finale testing by MotoGP teams will be banned, giving teams a break before testing begins for the
2021 season. The move is designed to offset the additional time and travel teams will endure as new races join the schedule.

As MotoGP regulations have become more restrictive in recent years, radical change to the machines is rare. When the garages opened in Valencia on Tuesday morning,
the bikes that were wheeled onto the hot pit lane were visually quite similar to the motorcycles that had raced there two days prior.

Each manufacturer had specific ideas as to what needed improvement, and the bikes featured changes designed to address the weaknesses in their 2019 racing machines…

-MotoGP Analysis, 2020 MotoGP Pre-Season Testing

 

The 2020 MotoGP season got underway within hours of the checkered flag at the 2019 race in Valencia. Almost all of the major manufacturers unveiled new
chassis, engines, aerodynamics and other components designed to address the shortcomings that a long, hard 2019 season had highlighted. We break it down team by team, as Honda, Yamaha, Ducati, Suzuki, KTM, and Aprilia make ready for the upcoming season. Take a look at what is in store in 2020 – it’s in the latest issue of Roadracing World!

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Carlin Dunne (R.I.P.) Being Inducted Into Pikes Peak Hall Of Fame

Carlin Dunne (5), R.I.P. Photo courtesy of Ducati North America.
Carlin Dunne (5), R.I.P. Photo courtesy of Ducati North America.

The Pikes Peak Hill Climb Museum Hall of Fame will induct five outstanding honorees in the Class of 2020

Colorado Springs—-The Pikes Peak Hill Climb Museum Hall of Fame, presented by Rebellion Timepieces, will welcome five outstanding individuals for induction as the Class of 2020 on June 25 at the Penrose House Garden Pavilion.

Taking spots in the prestigious ranks of competitors, officials, organizers and others who have contributed to the success of the world’s toughest automotive hill climb and America’s second-oldest motorsport event behind the Indianapolis 500 are:

Al Unser: Unser competed on the Peak starting in 1960, winning the crown in the Open Wheel Class in 1964 and 1965. He also won the Indy 500 four times during his amazing career in the motorsport world, and he won the national championship in 1970, 1983, and 1985. A life-long ambassador for the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, Unser currently operates the Unser Racing Museum in Albuquerque, NM.

Carlin Dunne: Perhaps the finest motorcycle racer ever to perform on Pikes Peak, Dunne became the first racer to break the motorcycle ten-minute mark in 2012 with his winning time of 9:52.819 aboard a Ducati Multistrada. The next year, he beat every motorcycle to become King of the Mountain on a Lightning Electric motorcycle. He won four titles overall before a tragic crash last summer that took his life and cut short one of the most amazing stories in the history of the race.

William J. Hybl: Bill Hybl is recognized for his significant contributions to the fabled Race to the Clouds over several decades as a partner and friend through his positions with the El Pomar Foundation and the Colorado Springs Sports Corporation. Hybl, the President Emeritus of the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee, is also a member of the Colorado Springs Sports Hall of Fame, inducted with the inaugural Class of 2000.

Art Walsh: Walsh, a legendary race official, waved the checkered flag atop Pikes Peak for more than 40 years. He became a fixture at the summit in all kinds of weather and was a friend to scores of racers who took their turns in challenging America’s Mountain. Walsh, who died in 2011, was a loyal supporter of the Hill Climb and its legacy. He was honored by the Colorado Motorsports Hall of Fame in 2010 with its inaugural Jerry Van Dyke Memorial Award for “outstanding contributions to motorsports by an individual.”

Stan DeGeer: DeGeer is arguably the greatest and most influential historian for the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. He photographed and documented the race in its early years and later researched, wrote and published four books on the race that served as the foundation for the race’s historic preservation. His books include: Pikes Peak Is Unser Mountain, The Pikes Peak Race 1916-1990, Pikes Peak or Bust 1916-1996 and Race to the Clouds 1916-2001, the Pikes Peak Challenge.  DeGeer died in 2009 at the age of 93.

The Museum Hall of Fame is committed to honoring and preserving the achievements of individuals who have left an indelible mark on the Race to the Clouds; whether they are competitors, organizers, officials, members of the press or volunteers. Anyone who shares a passion for speed and competition in addition to a great respect for Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain is eligible to be inducted into the Hall of Fame as a tribute to their passion, competitive spirit and support for this world-famous motorsport competition.

Distinguished members of The Pikes Peak Hill Climb Museum Hall of Fame are:

Joshua J. “JC” Agajanian

Sonny Anderson

Bill Brokaw

The Donner Family

Davey Durelle

Rodney K. “Rod” Millen

Spencer Penrose

Frank J. & Judith K. “Kaye” Peterson

James J. “Jim” Reilly

Alfred C. “Al” Rogers

Nicholas J. “Nick” Sanborn, Jr.

Randy L. Schranz

Glen W. Shultz

Nobuhiro “Monster” Tajima

Charles L. “Charley” Tutt, IV

William Thayer Tutt

Louis “Uncle Louie” Unser, Jr.

Robert W. “Bobby” Unser

Leonard & Barb Vahsholtz

Jeff Zwart

The Hall of Fame is located at The Penrose Heritage Museum, across the street from The Broadmoor Hotel at 11 Lake Circle in Colorado Springs.

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