The final round of the American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association (AHRMA) 2024 Vintage Cup will be a dash for cash.
AHRMA and NYC Norton have announced a $2,000 purse for the top five finishers in the Saturday, October 12, 2024 350 GP race during the 19th Annual Barber Vintage Festival.
Sponsored by Hagerty Insurance, Roadracingworld.com, and NYC Norton (nycnorton.com), AHRMA’s 2024 Vintage Cup features the 350 Grand Prix (350 GP) class which includes 250cc two-stroke and 350cc four-stroke powered machines built up to 1968.
“NYC Norton is proud to partner with several AHRMA benefactors who have stepped up to support our Vintage Cup racers in the final weekend of racing. It takes a tremendous amount of time and resources to campaign a vintage machine for the entire season, and we want to support their efforts in any way possible,” said Kenny Cummings.
“NYC Norton and some AHRMA partners have generously spiced up the Vintage Cup’s final round with some purse money. It should keep things interesting as racers fight for the final win of the 2024 season,” said Greg Tomlinson, 2024 AHRMA Chairman of the Board.
The purse distribution is:
1st Place $750
2nd Place $500
3rd Place $350
4th Place $225
5th Place $175
The purse is not funded by the AHRMA organization, and no racer is obligated to accept it.
To be eligible for the cash purse, a Vintage Cup 350 Grand Prix racer must meet the following criteria:
1. Be a licensed AHRMA member/competitor.
2. Be in compliance with the AHRMA Barber Racer Eligibility Requirements (found at ahrma.org/schedules-results).
3. Take part in the Thursday or Friday practice.
4. Be registered in the “350 GP Vintage Cup” class to race on Saturday.
5. Compete on a race bike which conforms to the 350 GP machine requirements (refer to ahrma.org/ahrma-handbook).
Other licensed road racers that don’t meet the AHRMA Barber Racer Eligibility Requirements, may request a special waiver from AHRMA. Waivers must be submitted through the online AHRMA Barber Waiver Request Form no later than midnight Central Thursday, October 3rd).
To register, visit ahrma.motorsportreg.com. Additional information can be found at the AHRMA Barber Competitor Schedules and Information Questions should be directed to [email protected].
Come see the action in person, hear the roar of these and other classic and modern racing motorcycles and visit the racers and machines in the paddock.
AHRMA gate passes are available here: https://www.ahrma.org/2024-barber-vintage-festival-ahrma-paddock-passes spectators already possessing gate passes purchased through Barber can access the paddock after signing a waiver.
About AHRMA:
The American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association (AHRMA) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to competing on fantastic classic and true vintage along with a wide range of modern motorcycles. With about 3,000 members, AHRMA is the largest vintage racing group in North America and one of the biggest in the world. The association has grown steadily over the years, reflecting the increasing interest in classic bikes.
VANCE & HINES HARLEY-DAVIDSON® RACER ROCCO LANDERS WINS AGAIN AT KING OF THE BAGGERS FINAL ROUND AT NEW JERSEY
Harley-Davidson® Factory Racing rider Kyle Wyman Earns Two Podium Results; Finishes Second in Championship
From a news release issued by Harley-Davidson:
MILWAUKEE (September 29, 2024) – RevZilla/Motul/Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson® rider Rocco Landers led every lap of the MotoAmerica® Mission King of the Baggers race on Saturday to take his second win of the season in the final double-header weekend of the series at New Jersey Motorsports Park in Milville, N.J. Landers was also the top qualifier for the event and notched his eighth consecutive podium result with a second-place finish on Sunday. Harley-Davidson® Factory Racing rider Kyle Wyman rode a race-prepared 2024 Road Glide® motorcycle to third-place results on Saturday and Sunday and finished second in the championship.
“I always want to win these races so badly,” said Landers. “Today it was so much fun to battle with these guys. I want to give a huge shout-out to the Vance and Hines team for putting me on a great bike again today.”
Landers led from the start on Saturday on the 2.250-mile, 12-turn New Jersey Motorsports Park road course. Early in the race a tight pack of riders including Landers, Wyman, Harley-Davidson® Factory Racing rider James Rispoli, and Factory Indian riders Troy Herfoss and Tyler O’Hara diced for position. On lap five Herfoss moved into second place, and he and Landers opened a gap on Wyman, Rispoli, and O’Hara. On the final lap Herfoss passed for the lead but was immediately overtaken by Landers, who led Herfoss by 0.182 seconds at the finish. Wyman was third, followed by O’Hara, and Rispoli.
On Sunday, it was Wyman getting the jump on the field at the start only to be passed by Herfoss mid-way through the first lap. Herfoss gradually opened a lead on Wyman and Landers, who battled all race. Landers passed Wyman on the last lap to claim second place. Herfoss crossed the finish line 1.733 seconds clear of Landers. Wyman was third.
“I will always fight to the end,” said Wyman, who came up 11 points short of winning the Mission King of the Baggers championship. “Troy rode a great race and I just didn’t have the pace today. I’ve had so many great moments this season. It has been the pinnacle of my career to represent Harley-Davidson and go up against number 17. We’ll be back to challenge for the title next season.”
For the 18-race season, Wyman won six races and finished on the podium seven times. Rispoli finished on the podium four times in his first season with the Harley-Davidson Factory Racing Team.
“It’s been an amazing journey with the team,” said Rispoli following the Sunday race. “We really grew a lot this season and had some great results. I’m super proud, and super humble, to be part of this team making Harley-Davidson racing history. We have picked each other up when we were down. We put blood, sweat, and tears into this season and I’m looking forward to next year.”
After completing the 18-round 2024 MotoAmerica Mission King of the Baggers series, Herfoss scored 358 points to claim first place. Wyman finishes second with 347 points. RevZilla/Motul/Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson® rider Hayden Gillim is third with 224 points, followed by Landers and O’Hara, also with 224 points. Rispoli is sixth with 196 points.
Harley-Davidson® Factory Racing is sponsored by Mission® Foods, Rockford Fosgate®, Brembo®, Öhlins®, Protolabs®, SYN3® lubricants, and Screamin’ Eagle® Performance Parts and Accessories.
MotoAmerica Mission King of the Baggers Race Results – New Jersey Motorsports Park Race 1
6. James Rispoli (H-D) Harley-Davidson Factory Racing
7. Bobby Fong (Ind) SDI/Roland Sands Racing/Indian Motorcycle
8. Jake Lewis (H-D) Saddlemen/Harley-Davidson
9. Kyle Ohnsorg (Ind) RydFast Racing
10. Cory West (H-D) Saddlemen/Harley-Davidson
11. Travis Wyman (H-D) Saddlemen/Harley-Davidson
Herfoss Crowned In King Of The Baggers Finale At New Jersey Motorsports Park
Troy Herfoss And Hayden Gillim Are The Final 2024 Champions Crowned In The 2024 MotoAmerica Championship
From a news release issued by MotoAmerica:
Troy Herfoss (17) leads Kyle Wyman (33), James Rispoli (43) and Rocco Landers (97) in Sunday’s finale of the Mission King Of The Baggers Championship at New Jersey Motorsports Park. Photo by Brian J. Nelson
MILLVILLE, NJ (September 29, 2024) – S&S/Indian Motorcycle’s Troy Herfoss removed any drama from Sunday’s title decider in the Mission King Of The Baggers finale at New Jersey Motorsports Park as the Australian made the race his own, crossing the finish line as the 2024 Mission King Of The Baggers Champion.
Although the pair were separated by just two points at the start of Sunday’s finale, the winner-take-all thriller between Herfoss and Harley-Davidson Factory Racing’s Kyle Wyman never materialized. Wyman got the start he wanted, led briefly and was soon passed by Herfoss. It didn’t take Wyman long to realize he didn’t have the same pace as his Indian-mounted rival, and it ended up being a tough day at the office for the winningest rider ind Mission King Of The Baggers history.
It didn’t get any easier for Wyman when he was attacked from behind by RevZilla/Motul/Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson’s Rocco Landers with the 19-year-old eventually taking second from the New Yorker. Wyman held on for third and he and Herfoss ended the season just 11 points apart.
For Herfoss it was his seventh win of the year and his 14th trip to the podium out of 18 races and he adds the King Of The Baggers title to his three Australian Superbike Championships. He crossed the line 1.7 seconds ahead of Landers after fist pumping his way through the final set of corners.
Landers, in turn, was just .119 of a second ahead of a disappointed Wyman.
Landers late-season burst of speed moved him all the way to fourth in the championship. He actually tied his teammate Hayden Gillim, fifth today, in the points tally, but the spot went to Gillim via the tiebreaker.
Fourth place in Sunday’s finale went to Herfoss’ teammate Tyler O’Hara, just a few tenths ahead of Gillim.
“Firstly, thank you,” Herfoss said. “It’s been an incredible journey. Seriously, twelve months ago I was in this position in Australia and on top of the world, but didn’t know exactly what I wanted from racing moving forward. This incredible opportunity to come and race for a new motorcycle (brand) in King Of The Baggers came up. I wanted to step outside my comfort zone, and that’s exactly what it was. I was extremely uncomfortable from the banks of Daytona through the world championship crowds at COTA to the gravel trap at Brainerd, and to here, this moment winning a championship. It’s been a wild ride and an incredible journey. Kyle (Wyman) has been an amazing competitor, just a true professional in every way. He literally just kept himself in there on his bad days, and on the good days he made me pay. It was exciting. It was stressful. It’s a real highlight for me. Last year was a huge highlight for me, coming back from a big injury to win a Superbike Championship in Australia. But I don’t know if I believed I could do this at the start of the year, so that’s why it makes it pretty special for me.”
Stock 1000 – Seven Is Heaven For Gillim
With a 12-point lead in hand at the start of the last Stock 1000 race of the season, Real Steel Motorsports’ Hayden Gillim didn’t have to win to be crowned champion. But he won anyway.
The win, his seventh of the year, combined with his rival Jayson Uribe finishing third on the OrangeCat BMW M 1000 RR, gave Gillim his second successive Stock 1000 Championship with this one coming on a Honda CBR1000RR-R SP – thus giving Honda its first-ever MotoAmerica title.
Second place went to Jones Honda’s Ashton Yates with the Georgian hounding Gillim for the entire race. Yates waited until the final lap to make a move on Gillim with a pass in turn one on the final lap. But it didn’t stick as Gillim re-passed him immediately. From there it was just a case of defending the inside and keeping Yates behind him.
Yates held on for second, just .049 of a second off the back of Gillim, and it was enough to earn him third in the championship.
Uribe ended a highly successful season of racing with a third-place finish as he narrowly topped FLO4LAW Racing’s Benjamin Smith on the final lap by just .030 of a second.
AMD Motorsport RK Racing’s Richard Kerr was fifth with the Irishman well clear of sixth-placed Bryce Prince on his BPR Yamaha YZF-R1.
“It means a lot,” Gillim said. “Haven’t had a weekend like this since Barber. Had a couple crashes and made it a lot harder on ourselves. Jayson (Uribe) was making us work for it. Ashton (Yates) was really getting it going here at the end. It’s cool to have Honda one and two and wrap up the championship for the Real Steel Southern Honda Powersports team. It’s cool to have the family and everybody here and all the fans. Thanks for sticking it out in the weather.”
Junior Cup – Chapin In A Thriller
On Sunday, it was the final race of the final season for the Junior Cup Championship as the class gives way to the inaugural MotoAmerica Talent Cup Championship in 2025. Two teams and four riders raced in close formation at the front, and who would win, who would reach the podium, and who would finish just off the podium were in question right up until they crossed the finish line.
BARTCON Racing’s Matthew Chapin, who won the championship two weekends ago at Circuit of The Americas, prevailed with the win by just .252 of a second over Bad Boys Racing’s Ella Dreher, while Dreher’s older brother Avery Dreher – who was this year’s defending class champion – crossed the finish line only .018 of a second behind Ella to take the third spot on the podium.
Chapin’s teammate Eli Block finished fourth, just missing out on the podium by .008 of a second.
“Oh, man. That race was really fun,” Chapin said. “I had fun battling with Eli, Avery, and Ella. They were all ripping. It was overall a great race. None of us really made any mistakes. It was really hard to close the gap to Avery at first. He was fast right from the start. I just want to give a huge thanks to (team owner) Colin Barton and (crew chief) Mike Skowronek for everything they’ve done for me this season. My mom and dad, and all my family and friends for coming out. Blud lubricants, KYT, Bison, thank you guys.”
Supersport – Jacobsen Ends It In Victory
With the 2024 Supersport Championship decided on Saturday at New Jersey Motorsports Park, title winner Mathew Scholtz was free to mix it up with the field on Sunday.
And mix it up, he did. It was “just like old times again” in MotoAmerica’s middleweight class as Strack Racing’s Scholtz and Rahal Ducati Moto’s PJ Jacobsen took their familiar spots at the front of the field and proceeded to swap the lead back and forth.
The situation stabilized in the middle laps of the race as Jacobsen established himself in the lead. The New Yorker then stretched his lead at the front and took the checkered flag nearly three-and-a-half seconds ahead of race runner-up Scholtz. Jacobsen’s teammate Corey Alexander finished third, almost 13 seconds behind Scholtz.
“Last night, I didn’t sleep too well,” Jacobsen said. “It was a hard race yesterday for me. I was really struggling, but we kind of went back to the drawing board last night and figured out some stuff that we saw on the data. I felt pretty good in morning warmup, and then, in the race, I felt really good, as well. I was actually surprised that (Mathew) Scholtz was there and made the pass. I was running mid-22s at that point. I was like, ‘Wow, this is pretty fast.’ But it’s been like that all season with him. I was happy to get the win here for the last race of the season and going into winter like that. Especially for the team itself. They worked so hard this first season. So, I’m really proud of the team and everything that they’ve accomplished. We didn’t get the championship, but we definitely fought pretty hard for it. We made some mistakes along the way as a team, also me as a rider. I feel like it was a really good season.
“Having Scholtz as a person to battle with all year, we used to talk more in Superbike and stuff, and I think all the stuff that drew to the competition. It was almost like UFC fighting. It was really good. At the end of the day, that’s how it should be. You don’t want to be laughing and stuff like that with the person you’re battling with. You go in there, and he has to pay his bills, and I have to pay mine. So, at the end of the day, he won a championship, and we’re not really friends on the track. So, I congratulate him and the whole team. Hopefully, he and I can start talking again and be friends. It’s been a long season. Congrats to them. I really enjoyed this whole season, even though it’s been super up-and-down. I had strong moments and bad ones. You look back and you learn from all that stuff. So, we’ll just move forward and get ready for next year.”
MotoAmerica: Altus Motorsports Results from New Jersey Motorsports Park
Jake Lewis (59). Photo by Brian J. Nelson.
(Millville, NJ) MotoAmerica wrapped up the 2024 season at New Jersey Motorsports Park. It was a challenging year for Altus Motorsports, but the team showed incredible growth and resilience throughout the season. The team is already looking ahead to 2025, motivated and ready to come bigger and better than ever.
Jake Lewis had a strong showing in Race 1, finishing in 6th place. However, Race 2 proved more difficult, and he crossed the line in 12th
Jake Lewis: “It was a difficult final weekend for us in New Jersey. The weather was inconsistent all weekend and we just struggled for pace every time on track. It was a bummer to lose 3rd in the championship, but we can be proud of our season against some extremely talented competition. Thanks to the whole crew and Altus Motorsports team for the opportunity this season. I had a lot of fun and achieved good results. We will see what happens in 2025!”
Jaret Nassaney showed promise early in the weekend, qualifying 8th for the Supersport races. Unfortunately, a highside crash in Race 1 resulted in a broken collarbone, preventing him from competing in Race 2.
Jaret Nassaney: “Disappointing to leave NJMP in a sling and no results, but we showed that we can run with the front pack when everything works out. 2024 was tough, but I’m ready to put in the hard work this offseason and come back stronger next year.”
Torin Collins had a strong performance to finish out the season, finishing 10th in Race 1 and 11th in Race 2.
George Nassaney: “This season was full of challenges, but I couldn’t be prouder of how our riders and crew came together. We had some tough breaks, but we learned a lot and grew as a team. I wanted to personally Thank Boyd, Rick, Murph, William, Nelson, Sean, and LJ for all of the hard work this season. Without them our riders would not have had the success they had. Jake, Jaret, and Torin competed every weekend at the highest level and I could not be more proud. The Supersport class is no joke. Lot’s of amazing talented riders make this class extremely tough. We are excited for 2025 and I’m already preparing for our team to come back stronger next season.”
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Prize Money for Top Open Two Stroke Racers with AHRMA at Barber Vintage Festival
An international road racing icon, along with thousands of fans, will experience the sights, sounds, and smells of two-stroke road racing motorcycles at the 19th annual Barber Vintage Festival on Saturday, October 12.
Grand Marshal Kenny Roberts and his 1980 MotoGP/500cc Grand Prix-winning YRZ500 will be at the event to see that two strokes are still raced competitively in the American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association’s (AHRMA) Open Two-Stroke class.
Mojo Yamaha, Rising Sun Cycles, Comstock Energy, and three anonymous AHRMA racers are sponsoring the event and awarding a total of $3,750 for the top finishers in the Open Two-Stroke race on Saturday, October 12.
The first, second, third and fourth finishers in each of these tiers within the race will be awarded prize money: 125cc, 250cc, and 500cc+.
Any two-stroke motorcycle regardless of displacement, number of cylinders, frame type, cooling type, or date of manufacture is eligible for AHRMA’s Open Two-Stroke class.
“The Barber Vintage Festival showcases multiple classes of historic road racing on the world-renowned track, making it a must-attend event for motorcycle enthusiasts and race fans” said Greg Tomlinson, 2024 Chairman of the AHRMA Board of Trustees. “The addition of a cash purse for the Open Two-Stroke Class ensures a deep field of riders for those fans that love the sublime pleasure of the distinct sound and smell of a two-stroke cycle.”
A current competition license from a known organization is required. All competitors are required to practice on Thursday or Friday and meet the qualifying requirements.
Learn more and register for the event here AHRMA.org. Racers and their friends and family can purchase gate and paddock passes here.
About Rising Sun Cycles Rising Sun Cycles have been importers of new and used Yamaha and Honda Grand Prix road-racing motorcycles and replacement parts and accessories since 1997. They possess a rock-solid reputation of providing fast shipping, support, and satisfaction and pride themselves on giving their customers the best service available, the best parts and accessories, and a staff that understands all aspects of our business.
About Comstock Energy Comstock Energy, LLC is a Texas based oil and gas development company with a primary focus in exploiting proven and underdeveloped shallow producing horizons located in the Bend Arch-Fort Worth Basin area of North Central Texas. Comstock is currently directing operations and re-development of twenty producing and/or proven properties with over 1 million barrels of reserves.
About Mojo Yamaha Mojo Yamaha is a motorcycle racing team focused on classic Yamahas. The team runs monster Formula One racers based on the Yamaha FJ1100 engine pushed out to nearly 1300cc by Larry Cook Racing, as well as the legendary 2-stroke, the Yamaha TZ750. All bikes are housed in frames produced by the renown builder Denis Curtis at CMR Racing. Josh Hayes and Mojo Yamaha won Race 4 of the International Challenge the Phillip Island Classic in 2019.
About AHRMA The American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association (AHRMA) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to competing on fantastic classic and true vintage along with a wide range of modern motorcycles. With nearly 3,000 members, AHRMA is the largest vintage racing group in North America and one of the biggest in the world. The association has grown steadily over the years, reflecting the increasing interest in classic bikes.
Introducing the all-new W230, new 2025 Ninja® 1100SX ABS, new Versys® 1100 SE LT ABS and new KX™450SR motorcycles.
THE ORIGINAL ICON
ALL-NEW 2025 W230 ABS Motorcycle
Kawasaki proudly announces the addition of the all-new 2025 W230 ABS motorcycle to its iconic W series, a line renowned for its blend of classic design and reliable performance. The latest member, the W230 ABS, marks a significant expansion into the popular 250cc category, offering a 233cc retro sport motorcycle that combines timeless style with modern accessibility. Designed to cater to a broader range of riders, the W230 ABS features an inviting seat height and lightweight build, making the classic W experience more attainable than ever before.
W230 Key Features
233cc air-cooled 4-stroke SOHC single-cylinder engine
Lightweight semi-double cradle frame
Relaxed, upright riding position with low 29.3-inch seat height
37mm telescopic fork paired with twin shocks
Large-diameter spoked wheels
W-family style brake components equipped with ABS
Traditional instrumentation with modern functionality
PERFORMANCE TO TAKE YOU FURTHERNEW 2025 Ninja® 1100SX ABS Motorcycle
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Ninja® 1100SX ABS / Ninja® 1100SX SE ABS Key Features
NEW 1,099cc 4-stroke in-line four engine
NEW improved Kawasaki Quick Shifter (KQS)
Advanced electronics package
Supersport-style chassis components
NEW Öhlins rear suspension (SE model)
NEW Brembo front brake system (SE model)
NEW USB type-C outlet
RIDEOLOGY THE APP MOTORCYCLE* with voice command
Relaxed riding position
Dynamic Ninja styling
A 2025 Versys SE LT ABS.
DESTINATION: EVERYWHERE
NEW 2025 Versys® 1100 SE LT ABS Motorcycle
Kawasaki is known for its versatility, innovation, and high performance, and the new 2025 Versys® 1100 SE LT ABS continues this trend. This adventure-style motorcycle is an adaptable powerhouse, designed for any road, any time. The 2025 model features a new powerful 1,099cc in-line four-cylinder engine, with the latest technology in both engine design and tuning. It also comes with a high-performance frame and a full range of advanced rider support features. It includes an updated Kawasaki Quick Shifter (KQS), a USB-C port on the handlebar, and smartphone connectivity with RIDEOLOGY THE APP MOTORCYCLE*, which now has a voice command feature available.
Versys® 1100 SE LT ABS Key Features
NEW 1,099cc 4-stroke in-line four engine
NEW improved Kawasaki Quick Shifter (KQS)
Advanced electronics package
NEW USB type-C outlet
NEW RIDEOLOGY THE APP MOTORCYCLE* with voice command
Relaxed riding position
Unique Versys styling
A 2025 Kawasaki KX 450 SR.
BUILT TO WIN
NEW 2025 KX™450SR Motorcycle
Following its successful debut in 2022, the new KX™450SR motorcycle is set for a highly anticipated return for 2025. The “SR” or Special Racer designation, once exclusive to Kawasaki factory racing machines, signifies the peak of Kawasaki race performance. The KX450SR is purpose-built with high-value components proven by the Monster Energy® Kawasaki race team in Monster Energy Supercross, AMA Pro Motocross Championships and SuperMotocross World Championship. Building on the popular KX450 platform, the KX450SR is crafted for riders aiming for the top step of the podium. The bike features elite racing components, special tuning, and design elements inspired by the Monster Energy® Kawasaki race team, enhancing both its performance and factory racer aesthetics.
KX™450SR Key Features
Factory race team-inspired colors and graphics
449cc 4-stroke, DOHC, DFI®, liquid-cooled engine
Modified cylinder head with polished intake ports
Pro Circuit Ti-6 titanium exhaust system
Optimized ECU/DFI settings
Kawasaki racing by Hinson clutch cover
49mm Showa Coil-Spring fork with Kashima Ti02 coating and model-specific settings
Showa rear shock with Kashima coating and model-specific settings
XTRIG Rocs-Tech triple clamp with PHDS (Progressive Handlebar Damping System)
Renthal rear sprocket and D.I.D gold chain
D.I.D Dirtstar ST-X black rims
Metallic magnesium gold color cylinder head cover
In addition to the new models above, Kawasaki is announcing several carry-over 2025 motorcycle models:
Camp Pendleton, CA – September 27, 2024 – MV Agusta made a special visit to Camp Pendleton on Saturday, September 21 to donate the iconic, special edition, Dragster RR SCS America to the base. This event marks a start of great partnership between the iconic Italian Motorcycle Art brand and the Marine Corps. The donation was part of a special giveaway open to all active service members stationed on base. MV Agusta is thrilled to support the men and women involved in the military and donating a motorcycle was a gesture of appreciation to those who serve. The motorcycle was on display inside the Pacific Views MCX for one week leading up to the giveaway, allowing military members to see the bike and enter the draw for their chance to win. The giveaway stirred up a lot of excitement and attention on base with over 1,800 hopeful entries.
The Dragster America was specifically picked for this donation due to its unique backstory. The special-edition America model pays homage to the 1973 MV Agusta 750 Sport America, all while celebrating the 50th anniversary. The bold red, white, and blue design plays tribute to the spirit of the United States of America, being freedom, bravery, and patriotism. This special edition also showcases the strong bond MV Agusta has had with the country during the last 50 years. This bike presents itself as the perfect gift to the brave heroes serving.
The event was held in front of the Pacific Views MCX store where the iconic Dragster America was on display along with a few other rider favorite machines like the RUSH Mamba and F3 RR. Throughout the event, many military members passed by sharing motorcycle stories, learning more about the brand, while eagerly anticipating the giveaway drawing of the name. When the time came to draw the winner, Luca Dovesi, General Manager of MV Agusta North America expressed his gratitude to the service members and talked a bit about the giveaway model. “The Dragster America is not just a Motorcycle–it’s a tribute to the bond between Italy and the United States, and to the military, all who symbolize strength, loyalty and freedom”, said Dovesi.
In the giveaway drawing, Cpl. Kimo Malott was the lucky service member called. We are excited to induct Malott into the MV Agusta family and thrilled a dedicated member of the U.S. Marine Corp will be riding our beautiful machine that represents the true meaning of being American.
October 2024 – This fall, REV’IT! TAILORTECH will launch its first-ever North-American tour, showcasing our premium, custom-made racing suits, designed for both professional racers and passionate enthusiasts alike.
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Season Four Of The Popular MotoAmerica Docu-Series Set To Begin On October 3
The fourth season of “Pressure To Rise” will feature a different look than the previous seasons. While the first three seasons focused solely on the MotoAmerica Superbike class, season four will feature three riders – Cameron Beaubier, Bobby Fong and Kayla Yaakov – and three classes, Steel Commander Superbike, Mission King Of The Baggers and Supersport.
“The previous format was great, and we all loved it, but it really was only an in-depth weekend recap for Superbike only,” said Steve Radley, the man behind “Pressure To Rise.” “The core audience that watched the show was mostly, if not all, race fans. We wanted to try and grow the audience by making it more personal. The new format is now spread out to three classes and condensed down to three specific riders, all at different places in their careers. We spend time with them at home and on the road to see what makes them tick come race weekend.”
“Pressure To Rise” can be seen on MotoAmerica Live+, YouTube, and the MTRSPT1 network.
“Pressure To Rise” continues to improve,” said MotoAmerica COO Chuck Aksland. “The show provides an engaging behind-the-scenes look at our riders as they prepare for and compete in the MotoAmerica series. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to the sport, it does an excellent job of introducing the riders as more than just athletes. You get to know them on a personal level – their stories, challenges, and what drives them – helping to create a deeper connection between the riders and the audience.”
To view the season-four trailer and episode one premiere of “Pressure To Rise,” click HERE
About MotoAmerica
MotoAmerica is North America’s premier motorcycle road racing series. Established in 2014, MotoAmerica is home to the AMA Superbike Championship as well as additional classes including Supersport, Stock 1000, Twins Cup, Junior Cup, and King Of The Baggers. MotoAmerica is an affiliate of KRAVE Group LLC, a partnership including three-time 500cc World Champion, two-time AMA Superbike Champion, and AMA Hall of Famer Wayne Rainey; ex-racer and former manager of Team Roberts Chuck Aksland; motorsports marketing executive Terry Karges; and businessman Richard Varner. For more information, please visit www.MotoAmerica.com and follow MotoAmerica on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and YouTube. To watch all things MotoAmerica, subscribe to MotoAmerica’s live streaming and video on demand service, MotoAmerica Live+
On the Front Cover: Hunter Dunham (170) raced a Ducati Streetfighter in a
2025-eligibility-test for the performance-balanced Super Hooligan class. Sam Fleming joined the Tampa Ducati crew for races at COTA and rode the bike afterwards. Brian J. Nelson photo.
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MotoAmerica Superbike: Beaubier & Kelly Win At COTA
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The Crash Page: Phillip Hranicka at Portland International Raceway
Racing, School, & Track Day Calendar: Where & When To Ride
Classified Ads/Advertiser Index
High Performance Parts & Services Directory
Chris Ulrich: Adventures Of An Ex-Racer: 2024 Season Wrap-Up
Essex Moto Parts, the exclusive North American distributor for OZ Motorbike wheels, LighTech, and Ferodo motorcycle brakes, is pleased to announce that we are now the exclusive North American distributor for Accossato Racing.
Accossato Racing is a leader in motorcycle manufacturing, specializing in designing and manufacturing brake components including billet CNC brake and clutch master cylinders, as well as brake lines, brake calipers, and rotors.
Since 1969, the company’s history is marked by numerous successes, supplying the best parts to all levels of the sport. With over 55 years of experience in OEM and aftermarket manufacturing, Accossato has established itself as a pillar in the Italian motorcycle community.
With over 35 years in the motorcycle industry, supplying everything from braking components to wheels and accessories, Essex is excited to welcome Accossato to its North American product line. Essex will build on the storied history of Accossato and its long-term technical partnerships with race teams in WSBK, MotoAmerica, Moto2, and Moto3. That experience has resulted in technical innovation and product design that Essex is pleased to now offer to the North American market.
A Statement from Francesco D’Agostino, Commercial Director of Accossato:
“We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Essex for the distribution of Accossato products in North America. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in expanding our reach and providing high-quality products to a broader audience. We are confident that Essex’s expertise and dedication will greatly benefit our customers and enhance our presence in the market.”
About Essex: Essex has supplied parts to the top levels of motorcycle racing in North America for 35 years. This includes Superbike and Supercross teams, as well as all levels of AMA Pro and WERA race teams. Essex helped engineer and supplied the first carbon/carbon brake systems used in the AMA Superbike series, used to win many races and championships, as well as several Daytona 200 wins. Essex has supplied brake and wheel components to every type of professional and amateur motorcycle racing in NA, and today is the NA importer and distributor for OZ wheels, LighTech, and Ferodo.
Strack Racing’s Mathew Scholtz claims the title in Race 1 and concludes a stellar debut Supersport season with a runner-up finish at NJMP
The Strack Racing team and supporters pose with 2024 MotoAmerica Supersport Champion Mathew Scholtz. Brian J. Nelson photo.
MARIETTA, Ga. – September 30, 2024 – Strack Racing’s Mathew Scholtz claimed the 2024 MotoAmerica Supersport Championship a race early at the season finale at the New Jersey Motorsports Park. The South African executed a smart ride in Race 1 to seal the deal on the title with 11 points and then finished the season with a runner-up finish in Race 2, further adding to his impressive tally during his debut season aboard the Strack Racing R6.
The newly rebranded team, Strack Racing, made its debut with Scholtz at the season opener at Road Atlanta. Although it was a rollercoaster start, they had a strong showing in their early beginnings with a podium finish. The team built on that first round and came out swinging at Round 2, with Scholtz earning a double victory at Barber Motorsports Park. From there, the championship campaign continued to build strength, ultimately securing eight wins and a total of 15 podiums. The 2024 Supersport Championship is Scholtz’s second MotoAmerica title and second in the series with the Yamaha brand, the first of which was won aboard the Westby Racing R1 in the Superstock 1000 class in 2017.
Peter Strack – Strack Racing Team Principal
“I thought I understood what team meant, but this year really taught me what that meant. I’ve done a lot in business and other things where a team means everything to your success. Everybody here pulled their weight, so it was a big deal. We fought hard. When we came in, we were the underdogs. We started off with some adversity, and we overcame that. Every single round, we pushed the limit in everything that we were doing and never took our foot off the gas. We were strategic and very calculated in what we did, and it paid off.”
Mathew Scholtz – Strack Racing #11
“Going into the Supersport class, it was a little bit of an unknown for me, but it was a beautiful season. There were a lot of highs and some lows as well. The season began a little slower than we liked, but from Round 2 at Barber, we took the double there and knew we should be fighting for the championship. The Strack Racing crew gave me a perfect bike all season long, and we did what we needed to do. I’m just really happy to bring the championship home.”
About Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.
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YMUS has a corporate office in California, three corporate offices in Georgia, as well as facilities in Wisconsin, Alabama, and Florida. YMUS subsidiaries Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of America (YMMC), based in Georgia, and Yamaha Jet Boat Manufacturing U.S.A. (YJBM) based in Tennessee, each assemble and manufacture selected Yamaha brand products. YMUS owns Skeeter Boats [Texas] with its division G3 Boats [Missouri]. Additional U.S.-based subsidiaries include Yamaha Marine Systems Company, Inc. (YMSC) with subsidiary Siren Marine [Rhode Island] and divisions Bennett Marine [Florida], Yamaha Marine Rotational Molders [Wisconsin] and Yamaha Precision Propeller Inc. [Indiana].
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Hayden Gillim Earns Honda the 2024 MotoAmerica Stock 1000 Championship
From a press release issued by American Honda
Hayden Gillim winning at NJMP. Brian J. Nelson photo.
— MILLVILLE, New Jersey
First professional AMA road racing title for CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP
Honda riders took eight of 10 wins on the season
During this weekend’s rainy last round of 2024 MotoAmerica season at New Jersey Motorsports Park, Real Steel Motorsports rider Hayden Gillim wrapped up his second consecutive 2024 Stock 1000 National Championship, with wins on Saturday and Sunday. Racing a CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP with significant backing from Tennessee dealership Southern Powersports, Gillim dominated the series, winning seven of 10 races.
A 29-year-old native of Owensboro, Kentucky, Gillim is a racing veteran, having won his first Amateur Dirt Track Grand Championship at age 6. He’s a cousin of the famous racing Hayden brothers (who he is named after), and typically runs number 69 as an homage to the late Nicky Hayden, who rode Hondas to the 1999 AMA 600 Supersport Championship, the 2002 AMA Superbike Championship and the 2006 MotoGP World Championship.
This season, however, Gillim ran number 1 in Stock 1000, having earned last year’s crown with a different brand. He topped both races at the Alabama opener, but the next two rounds in Minnesota and Washington saw him win the opening races but crash out of the lead in the second races, making for a tight points battle. He was victorious in race 1 at Laguna Seca and finished on the podium in race 2 (with fellow Red Rider Ashton Yates getting the win), then closed out the season the way he started it—with a sweep at this weekend’s finale.
“We raced against Geoff May last year and saw what he was able to do on the Honda,” said Gillim, who has now won four professional AMA road racing titles. “Then when Honda’s contingency numbers came out, that was a big factor in us switching, as well as the support we got from Southern Powersports. I raced Hondas when I was younger, first getting on a 600, and [team co-owner] Jerry Nickell has a big Honda collection and was excited about it. The guys gave us a really good bike, and the team did a good job setting it up. It was a great year. We were making 25 horsepower more than last year’s bike, and every track we went to, I was going a second or two faster than my previous best lap times. After I put it on the ground a couple of times in the middle part of the season, I started managing things better and not overriding the bike, and we were able to finish the season out strong.”
This was the first AMA road racing crown for the CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP platform, and Honda’s first since Jake Zemke took the 2008 Formula Xtreme crown aboard a CBR600RR.
“On behalf of everyone at American Honda, a huge congratulations and thank-you to Hayden, Real Steel Motorsports and Southern Powersports,” said Brandon Wilson, Manager of Racing and Advertising at American Honda. “We knew that the CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP is a competitive machine, and we hoped that upping our contingency program for 2024 would give some top riders the nudge to show its potential. That said, we couldn’t have expected the dominance it has shown in Stock 1000, with Honda riders taking 80 percent of the wins. It’s great to see Honda back on top in an AMA professional racing series, and hopefully it’s a sign of more to come.”
About American Honda American Honda Motor Co., Inc., is the sole distributor of Honda motorcycles, scooters, ATVs and Side-by-Sides in the United States. American Honda’s Power Sports & Products Division conducts the sales, marketing and operational activities for these products through independent authorized Honda retail dealers. For more information on Honda products, go to powersports.honda.com.
More from a press release issued by Suzuki:
ESCALANTE AND SCOTT EARN THE TOP 5 FOR VISION WHEEL M4 ECSTAR SUZUKI
Suzuki riders end the 2024 MotoAmerica AMA/FIM North American Road Racing Championship strong
Brea, CA, (September 30, 2024) — Suzuki Motor USA (Suzuki) and Team Hammer closed out the 2024 MotoAmerica AMA/FIM North American Road Racing Championship season at New Jersey Motorsports Park in rock solid fashion as Superbike pilot Richie Escalante and Supersport ace Tyler Scott led the way with four combined top-five finishes.
Race Highlights
Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki
Superbike
Richie Escalante battled his way forward from outside the top 10 to score two fighting fifths.
Brandon Paasch was blisteringly quick on his home track, earning his best career Superbike qualifying position.
Supersport
Tyler Scott locked down a top-5 championship ranking with two fourths at NJMP.
Teagg Hobbs secured a top-10 championship position by twice finishing inside the top ten in the season finale.
Joel Ohman took his final lessons in a season dedicated to maximum improvement.
Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki Superbike star Richie Escalante once again showed himself up to the task of going bar-to-bar with the nation’s elite roadracers, scoring a pair of impressive finishes despite qualifying on Row 4 on a weekend that featured mixed conditions but largely dry races. On Saturday, the Mexican carved his way up through the field aboard his Suzuki GSX-R1000R to ultimately win out a multi-rider dice for fifth. He was even stronger on Sunday despite again finishing fifth, closing in dramatically on the fight for victory late before taking the checkered flag just 0.886 seconds behind the winner.
Richie Escalante (54) closed out his short season happy to take some time to get back into peak form. Brian J. Nelson photo.
Despite missing the bulk of the season after suffering an injury in the opener, Escalante ended his abbreviated campaign with a podium finish among his three top 5 results. He said, “We had a pretty good weekend, one that was tough with the weather conditions. My pace and rhythm were good on the bike, and we finished with a gap quite close to the front on Sunday. I need to work on my starts and first laps more, so I don’t have to make up positions later in the race. I am glad this year is over given my injuries and missing time, but I want to thank Suzuki, the team, the crew, and all the sponsors.”
Escalante’s premier-class teammate, Brandon Paasch, was motivated to impress in front of his home-state fans. And impress he did, claiming his first career MotoAmerica front row grid position by clocking the third best time aboard his Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki GSX-R1000R. Unfortunately, Paasch crashed out while embroiled in the chase for fifth late in Saturday’s race. However, he bounced back on Sunday, claiming seventh in the year’s final contest.
Brandon Paasch (96) showed determination with a great qualifying time and impressive performance on Sunday despite a crash on Saturday. Brian J. Nelson photo.
Paasch, who ended the season ranked ninth in the points on the strength of two top 5 finishes, said, “It was a lot of positives for us and some disappointment as well. This was my first-ever front row qualifying, and I was fifth in the morning warm-up on Sunday. And in Sunday’s race, the total time was the closest I have finished to the winner yet. But the races didn’t go that well for us. I had a 118-mile per hour crash on Saturday and lost a lot of ground early in the race on Sunday.”
Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki Supersport standout Tyler Scott wrapped up a strong campaign aboard the team’s next-generation GSX-R750 with a pair of fourth-place rides. Scott was consistently in the mix up front as he had been all season long, locking down a fifth-place championship standing that included a victory among four podium finishes.
Tyler Scott (70) was a consistent performer all season long with ending with a strong hold on fifth-place in championship points. Brian J. Nelson photo.
Scott said, “It was mixed conditions all weekend but dry races, so that made it interesting. Overall, it wasn’t a bad weekend, but we were looking for more because we always want to win. On Saturday, we got fourth with a small bike problem keeping us from the podium. It looked like we might get it on Sunday, but a rider t-boned me towards the end of the race. I lost some ground and wasn’t able to make it up the rest of the way.”
Scott’s Supersport teammate, Teagg Hobbs, continued to fight his way out of a second half slump. Hobbs raced his way up from 15th on the grid to finish inside the top 10 twice – 10th on Saturday and ninth on Sunday, to end the season ranked ninth in the final MotoAmerica Supersport standings.
Hobbs said, “It’s no secret we have struggled this season, and we made changes with the bike and got back on track this weekend. It took a while to get the setup dialed in, but by Sunday, things were really improved. I started 15th and moved up to seventh, and my lap times were third or fourth fastest in the race. The bike responded to my rider inputs the way I was expecting. It was a disappointing year for me, but it was good to get a positive race in.”
The squad’s third Supersport pilot, Joel Ohman, spent his 2024 season dedicated to gaining as much experience and speed as possible, a mission he concluded in New Jersey.
Ohman said, “It feels good to end the year on a high note. We started out really rough with the rain. I didn’t feel confident pushing it the way I wanted and was having a hard time. The first race, we had some of the same issues as before but after working with the team and my riding coach, we found a solution with the bike and I went 2.5 seconds faster than we had gone all weekend. The second race, I was able to battle and move up so I was happy about that.”
ABOUT TEAM HAMMER
The 2024 season marks Team Hammer’s 44th consecutive year of operating as a professional road racing team. Racebikes built and fielded by Team Hammer have won 134 AMA Pro and MotoAmerica National races, have finished on AMA Pro and MotoAmerica National podiums 373 times and have won 11 AMA Pro and MotoAmerica National Championships, as well as two FIM South American Championships (in Superbike and Supersport). The team has also won 137 endurance races overall (including seven 24-hour races) and 13 Overall WERA National Endurance Championships with Suzuki motorcycles, and holds the U.S. record for mileage covered in a 24-hour race. The team also competed in the televised 1990s Formula USA National Championship, famously running “Methanol Monster” GSX-R1100 Superbikes fueled by methanol, and won four F-USA Championships.
ABOUT VISION WHEEL
Founded in 1976, Vision Wheel is one of the nation’s leading providers of custom wheels for cars and trucks, and one of the first manufacturers of custom wheels and tires for ATVs, UTVs, and golf carts. Vision Wheel looks beyond the current trends and to the future in developing, manufacturing, and distributing its wheels. Vision’s lines of street, race, off-road, American Muscle, and Milanni wheels are distributed nationally and internationally through a trusted network of distributors. Vision Wheel also produces the Vision It AR app to allow users to see how their wheel of choice will look on their vehicle before purchase and installation. For more information on Vision Wheel, visit www.visionwheel.com.
ABOUT SUZUKI
Suzuki Motor USA, LLC. (SMO) distributes Motorcycles, ATVs, Scooters, Automotive Parts, Accessories, and ECSTAR Oils & Chemicals via an extensive dealer network throughout 49 states. Suzuki Motor Corporation (SMC), based in Hamamatsu, Japan, is a diversified worldwide manufacturer of Motorcycles, ATVs, Scooters, Automobiles, Outboard Motors, and related products. Founded in 1909 and incorporated in 1920, SMC has business relations with 201 countries/regions. For more information, visit www.suzuki.com.
Rob Hall (127) in an AHRMA Vintage Cup Race featuring 350cc GP at New Jersey Motorsports Park. Photo by Craig Chawla/courtesy AHRMA.
The final round of the American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association (AHRMA) 2024 Vintage Cup will be a dash for cash.
AHRMA and NYC Norton have announced a $2,000 purse for the top five finishers in the Saturday, October 12, 2024 350 GP race during the 19th Annual Barber Vintage Festival.
Sponsored by Hagerty Insurance, Roadracingworld.com, and NYC Norton (nycnorton.com), AHRMA’s 2024 Vintage Cup features the 350 Grand Prix (350 GP) class which includes 250cc two-stroke and 350cc four-stroke powered machines built up to 1968.
“NYC Norton is proud to partner with several AHRMA benefactors who have stepped up to support our Vintage Cup racers in the final weekend of racing. It takes a tremendous amount of time and resources to campaign a vintage machine for the entire season, and we want to support their efforts in any way possible,” said Kenny Cummings.
“NYC Norton and some AHRMA partners have generously spiced up the Vintage Cup’s final round with some purse money. It should keep things interesting as racers fight for the final win of the 2024 season,” said Greg Tomlinson, 2024 AHRMA Chairman of the Board.
The purse distribution is:
1st Place $750
2nd Place $500
3rd Place $350
4th Place $225
5th Place $175
The purse is not funded by the AHRMA organization, and no racer is obligated to accept it.
To be eligible for the cash purse, a Vintage Cup 350 Grand Prix racer must meet the following criteria:
1. Be a licensed AHRMA member/competitor.
2. Be in compliance with the AHRMA Barber Racer Eligibility Requirements (found at ahrma.org/schedules-results).
3. Take part in the Thursday or Friday practice.
4. Be registered in the “350 GP Vintage Cup” class to race on Saturday.
5. Compete on a race bike which conforms to the 350 GP machine requirements (refer to ahrma.org/ahrma-handbook).
Other licensed road racers that don’t meet the AHRMA Barber Racer Eligibility Requirements, may request a special waiver from AHRMA. Waivers must be submitted through the online AHRMA Barber Waiver Request Form no later than midnight Central Thursday, October 3rd).
To register, visit ahrma.motorsportreg.com. Additional information can be found at the AHRMA Barber Competitor Schedules and Information Questions should be directed to [email protected].
Come see the action in person, hear the roar of these and other classic and modern racing motorcycles and visit the racers and machines in the paddock.
AHRMA gate passes are available here: https://www.ahrma.org/2024-barber-vintage-festival-ahrma-paddock-passes spectators already possessing gate passes purchased through Barber can access the paddock after signing a waiver.
About AHRMA:
The American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association (AHRMA) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to competing on fantastic classic and true vintage along with a wide range of modern motorcycles. With about 3,000 members, AHRMA is the largest vintage racing group in North America and one of the biggest in the world. The association has grown steadily over the years, reflecting the increasing interest in classic bikes.
VANCE & HINES HARLEY-DAVIDSON® RACER ROCCO LANDERS WINS AGAIN AT KING OF THE BAGGERS FINAL ROUND AT NEW JERSEY
Harley-Davidson® Factory Racing rider Kyle Wyman Earns Two Podium Results; Finishes Second in Championship
From a news release issued by Harley-Davidson:
MILWAUKEE (September 29, 2024) – RevZilla/Motul/Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson® rider Rocco Landers led every lap of the MotoAmerica® Mission King of the Baggers race on Saturday to take his second win of the season in the final double-header weekend of the series at New Jersey Motorsports Park in Milville, N.J. Landers was also the top qualifier for the event and notched his eighth consecutive podium result with a second-place finish on Sunday. Harley-Davidson® Factory Racing rider Kyle Wyman rode a race-prepared 2024 Road Glide® motorcycle to third-place results on Saturday and Sunday and finished second in the championship.
“I always want to win these races so badly,” said Landers. “Today it was so much fun to battle with these guys. I want to give a huge shout-out to the Vance and Hines team for putting me on a great bike again today.”
Landers led from the start on Saturday on the 2.250-mile, 12-turn New Jersey Motorsports Park road course. Early in the race a tight pack of riders including Landers, Wyman, Harley-Davidson® Factory Racing rider James Rispoli, and Factory Indian riders Troy Herfoss and Tyler O’Hara diced for position. On lap five Herfoss moved into second place, and he and Landers opened a gap on Wyman, Rispoli, and O’Hara. On the final lap Herfoss passed for the lead but was immediately overtaken by Landers, who led Herfoss by 0.182 seconds at the finish. Wyman was third, followed by O’Hara, and Rispoli.
On Sunday, it was Wyman getting the jump on the field at the start only to be passed by Herfoss mid-way through the first lap. Herfoss gradually opened a lead on Wyman and Landers, who battled all race. Landers passed Wyman on the last lap to claim second place. Herfoss crossed the finish line 1.733 seconds clear of Landers. Wyman was third.
“I will always fight to the end,” said Wyman, who came up 11 points short of winning the Mission King of the Baggers championship. “Troy rode a great race and I just didn’t have the pace today. I’ve had so many great moments this season. It has been the pinnacle of my career to represent Harley-Davidson and go up against number 17. We’ll be back to challenge for the title next season.”
For the 18-race season, Wyman won six races and finished on the podium seven times. Rispoli finished on the podium four times in his first season with the Harley-Davidson Factory Racing Team.
“It’s been an amazing journey with the team,” said Rispoli following the Sunday race. “We really grew a lot this season and had some great results. I’m super proud, and super humble, to be part of this team making Harley-Davidson racing history. We have picked each other up when we were down. We put blood, sweat, and tears into this season and I’m looking forward to next year.”
After completing the 18-round 2024 MotoAmerica Mission King of the Baggers series, Herfoss scored 358 points to claim first place. Wyman finishes second with 347 points. RevZilla/Motul/Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson® rider Hayden Gillim is third with 224 points, followed by Landers and O’Hara, also with 224 points. Rispoli is sixth with 196 points.
Harley-Davidson® Factory Racing is sponsored by Mission® Foods, Rockford Fosgate®, Brembo®, Öhlins®, Protolabs®, SYN3® lubricants, and Screamin’ Eagle® Performance Parts and Accessories.
MotoAmerica Mission King of the Baggers Race Results – New Jersey Motorsports Park Race 1
6. James Rispoli (H-D) Harley-Davidson Factory Racing
7. Bobby Fong (Ind) SDI/Roland Sands Racing/Indian Motorcycle
8. Jake Lewis (H-D) Saddlemen/Harley-Davidson
9. Kyle Ohnsorg (Ind) RydFast Racing
10. Cory West (H-D) Saddlemen/Harley-Davidson
11. Travis Wyman (H-D) Saddlemen/Harley-Davidson
Herfoss Crowned In King Of The Baggers Finale At New Jersey Motorsports Park
Troy Herfoss And Hayden Gillim Are The Final 2024 Champions Crowned In The 2024 MotoAmerica Championship
From a news release issued by MotoAmerica:
Troy Herfoss (17) leads Kyle Wyman (33), James Rispoli (43) and Rocco Landers (97) in Sunday’s finale of the Mission King Of The Baggers Championship at New Jersey Motorsports Park. Photo by Brian J. Nelson
MILLVILLE, NJ (September 29, 2024) – S&S/Indian Motorcycle’s Troy Herfoss removed any drama from Sunday’s title decider in the Mission King Of The Baggers finale at New Jersey Motorsports Park as the Australian made the race his own, crossing the finish line as the 2024 Mission King Of The Baggers Champion.
Although the pair were separated by just two points at the start of Sunday’s finale, the winner-take-all thriller between Herfoss and Harley-Davidson Factory Racing’s Kyle Wyman never materialized. Wyman got the start he wanted, led briefly and was soon passed by Herfoss. It didn’t take Wyman long to realize he didn’t have the same pace as his Indian-mounted rival, and it ended up being a tough day at the office for the winningest rider ind Mission King Of The Baggers history.
It didn’t get any easier for Wyman when he was attacked from behind by RevZilla/Motul/Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson’s Rocco Landers with the 19-year-old eventually taking second from the New Yorker. Wyman held on for third and he and Herfoss ended the season just 11 points apart.
For Herfoss it was his seventh win of the year and his 14th trip to the podium out of 18 races and he adds the King Of The Baggers title to his three Australian Superbike Championships. He crossed the line 1.7 seconds ahead of Landers after fist pumping his way through the final set of corners.
Landers, in turn, was just .119 of a second ahead of a disappointed Wyman.
Landers late-season burst of speed moved him all the way to fourth in the championship. He actually tied his teammate Hayden Gillim, fifth today, in the points tally, but the spot went to Gillim via the tiebreaker.
Fourth place in Sunday’s finale went to Herfoss’ teammate Tyler O’Hara, just a few tenths ahead of Gillim.
“Firstly, thank you,” Herfoss said. “It’s been an incredible journey. Seriously, twelve months ago I was in this position in Australia and on top of the world, but didn’t know exactly what I wanted from racing moving forward. This incredible opportunity to come and race for a new motorcycle (brand) in King Of The Baggers came up. I wanted to step outside my comfort zone, and that’s exactly what it was. I was extremely uncomfortable from the banks of Daytona through the world championship crowds at COTA to the gravel trap at Brainerd, and to here, this moment winning a championship. It’s been a wild ride and an incredible journey. Kyle (Wyman) has been an amazing competitor, just a true professional in every way. He literally just kept himself in there on his bad days, and on the good days he made me pay. It was exciting. It was stressful. It’s a real highlight for me. Last year was a huge highlight for me, coming back from a big injury to win a Superbike Championship in Australia. But I don’t know if I believed I could do this at the start of the year, so that’s why it makes it pretty special for me.”
Stock 1000 – Seven Is Heaven For Gillim
With a 12-point lead in hand at the start of the last Stock 1000 race of the season, Real Steel Motorsports’ Hayden Gillim didn’t have to win to be crowned champion. But he won anyway.
The win, his seventh of the year, combined with his rival Jayson Uribe finishing third on the OrangeCat BMW M 1000 RR, gave Gillim his second successive Stock 1000 Championship with this one coming on a Honda CBR1000RR-R SP – thus giving Honda its first-ever MotoAmerica title.
Second place went to Jones Honda’s Ashton Yates with the Georgian hounding Gillim for the entire race. Yates waited until the final lap to make a move on Gillim with a pass in turn one on the final lap. But it didn’t stick as Gillim re-passed him immediately. From there it was just a case of defending the inside and keeping Yates behind him.
Yates held on for second, just .049 of a second off the back of Gillim, and it was enough to earn him third in the championship.
Uribe ended a highly successful season of racing with a third-place finish as he narrowly topped FLO4LAW Racing’s Benjamin Smith on the final lap by just .030 of a second.
AMD Motorsport RK Racing’s Richard Kerr was fifth with the Irishman well clear of sixth-placed Bryce Prince on his BPR Yamaha YZF-R1.
“It means a lot,” Gillim said. “Haven’t had a weekend like this since Barber. Had a couple crashes and made it a lot harder on ourselves. Jayson (Uribe) was making us work for it. Ashton (Yates) was really getting it going here at the end. It’s cool to have Honda one and two and wrap up the championship for the Real Steel Southern Honda Powersports team. It’s cool to have the family and everybody here and all the fans. Thanks for sticking it out in the weather.”
Junior Cup – Chapin In A Thriller
On Sunday, it was the final race of the final season for the Junior Cup Championship as the class gives way to the inaugural MotoAmerica Talent Cup Championship in 2025. Two teams and four riders raced in close formation at the front, and who would win, who would reach the podium, and who would finish just off the podium were in question right up until they crossed the finish line.
BARTCON Racing’s Matthew Chapin, who won the championship two weekends ago at Circuit of The Americas, prevailed with the win by just .252 of a second over Bad Boys Racing’s Ella Dreher, while Dreher’s older brother Avery Dreher – who was this year’s defending class champion – crossed the finish line only .018 of a second behind Ella to take the third spot on the podium.
Chapin’s teammate Eli Block finished fourth, just missing out on the podium by .008 of a second.
“Oh, man. That race was really fun,” Chapin said. “I had fun battling with Eli, Avery, and Ella. They were all ripping. It was overall a great race. None of us really made any mistakes. It was really hard to close the gap to Avery at first. He was fast right from the start. I just want to give a huge thanks to (team owner) Colin Barton and (crew chief) Mike Skowronek for everything they’ve done for me this season. My mom and dad, and all my family and friends for coming out. Blud lubricants, KYT, Bison, thank you guys.”
Supersport – Jacobsen Ends It In Victory
With the 2024 Supersport Championship decided on Saturday at New Jersey Motorsports Park, title winner Mathew Scholtz was free to mix it up with the field on Sunday.
And mix it up, he did. It was “just like old times again” in MotoAmerica’s middleweight class as Strack Racing’s Scholtz and Rahal Ducati Moto’s PJ Jacobsen took their familiar spots at the front of the field and proceeded to swap the lead back and forth.
The situation stabilized in the middle laps of the race as Jacobsen established himself in the lead. The New Yorker then stretched his lead at the front and took the checkered flag nearly three-and-a-half seconds ahead of race runner-up Scholtz. Jacobsen’s teammate Corey Alexander finished third, almost 13 seconds behind Scholtz.
“Last night, I didn’t sleep too well,” Jacobsen said. “It was a hard race yesterday for me. I was really struggling, but we kind of went back to the drawing board last night and figured out some stuff that we saw on the data. I felt pretty good in morning warmup, and then, in the race, I felt really good, as well. I was actually surprised that (Mathew) Scholtz was there and made the pass. I was running mid-22s at that point. I was like, ‘Wow, this is pretty fast.’ But it’s been like that all season with him. I was happy to get the win here for the last race of the season and going into winter like that. Especially for the team itself. They worked so hard this first season. So, I’m really proud of the team and everything that they’ve accomplished. We didn’t get the championship, but we definitely fought pretty hard for it. We made some mistakes along the way as a team, also me as a rider. I feel like it was a really good season.
“Having Scholtz as a person to battle with all year, we used to talk more in Superbike and stuff, and I think all the stuff that drew to the competition. It was almost like UFC fighting. It was really good. At the end of the day, that’s how it should be. You don’t want to be laughing and stuff like that with the person you’re battling with. You go in there, and he has to pay his bills, and I have to pay mine. So, at the end of the day, he won a championship, and we’re not really friends on the track. So, I congratulate him and the whole team. Hopefully, he and I can start talking again and be friends. It’s been a long season. Congrats to them. I really enjoyed this whole season, even though it’s been super up-and-down. I had strong moments and bad ones. You look back and you learn from all that stuff. So, we’ll just move forward and get ready for next year.”
MotoAmerica: Altus Motorsports Results from New Jersey Motorsports Park
Jake Lewis (59). Photo by Brian J. Nelson.
(Millville, NJ) MotoAmerica wrapped up the 2024 season at New Jersey Motorsports Park. It was a challenging year for Altus Motorsports, but the team showed incredible growth and resilience throughout the season. The team is already looking ahead to 2025, motivated and ready to come bigger and better than ever.
Jake Lewis had a strong showing in Race 1, finishing in 6th place. However, Race 2 proved more difficult, and he crossed the line in 12th
Jake Lewis: “It was a difficult final weekend for us in New Jersey. The weather was inconsistent all weekend and we just struggled for pace every time on track. It was a bummer to lose 3rd in the championship, but we can be proud of our season against some extremely talented competition. Thanks to the whole crew and Altus Motorsports team for the opportunity this season. I had a lot of fun and achieved good results. We will see what happens in 2025!”
Jaret Nassaney showed promise early in the weekend, qualifying 8th for the Supersport races. Unfortunately, a highside crash in Race 1 resulted in a broken collarbone, preventing him from competing in Race 2.
Jaret Nassaney: “Disappointing to leave NJMP in a sling and no results, but we showed that we can run with the front pack when everything works out. 2024 was tough, but I’m ready to put in the hard work this offseason and come back stronger next year.”
Torin Collins had a strong performance to finish out the season, finishing 10th in Race 1 and 11th in Race 2.
George Nassaney: “This season was full of challenges, but I couldn’t be prouder of how our riders and crew came together. We had some tough breaks, but we learned a lot and grew as a team. I wanted to personally Thank Boyd, Rick, Murph, William, Nelson, Sean, and LJ for all of the hard work this season. Without them our riders would not have had the success they had. Jake, Jaret, and Torin competed every weekend at the highest level and I could not be more proud. The Supersport class is no joke. Lot’s of amazing talented riders make this class extremely tough. We are excited for 2025 and I’m already preparing for our team to come back stronger next season.”
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Ralph Staropoli (80) will be racing his Yamaha YZR500 two-stroke at the Barber Vintage Festival. Photo by Etechphoto.com
Prize Money for Top Open Two Stroke Racers with AHRMA at Barber Vintage Festival
An international road racing icon, along with thousands of fans, will experience the sights, sounds, and smells of two-stroke road racing motorcycles at the 19th annual Barber Vintage Festival on Saturday, October 12.
Grand Marshal Kenny Roberts and his 1980 MotoGP/500cc Grand Prix-winning YRZ500 will be at the event to see that two strokes are still raced competitively in the American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association’s (AHRMA) Open Two-Stroke class.
Mojo Yamaha, Rising Sun Cycles, Comstock Energy, and three anonymous AHRMA racers are sponsoring the event and awarding a total of $3,750 for the top finishers in the Open Two-Stroke race on Saturday, October 12.
The first, second, third and fourth finishers in each of these tiers within the race will be awarded prize money: 125cc, 250cc, and 500cc+.
Any two-stroke motorcycle regardless of displacement, number of cylinders, frame type, cooling type, or date of manufacture is eligible for AHRMA’s Open Two-Stroke class.
“The Barber Vintage Festival showcases multiple classes of historic road racing on the world-renowned track, making it a must-attend event for motorcycle enthusiasts and race fans” said Greg Tomlinson, 2024 Chairman of the AHRMA Board of Trustees. “The addition of a cash purse for the Open Two-Stroke Class ensures a deep field of riders for those fans that love the sublime pleasure of the distinct sound and smell of a two-stroke cycle.”
A current competition license from a known organization is required. All competitors are required to practice on Thursday or Friday and meet the qualifying requirements.
Learn more and register for the event here AHRMA.org. Racers and their friends and family can purchase gate and paddock passes here.
About Rising Sun Cycles Rising Sun Cycles have been importers of new and used Yamaha and Honda Grand Prix road-racing motorcycles and replacement parts and accessories since 1997. They possess a rock-solid reputation of providing fast shipping, support, and satisfaction and pride themselves on giving their customers the best service available, the best parts and accessories, and a staff that understands all aspects of our business.
About Comstock Energy Comstock Energy, LLC is a Texas based oil and gas development company with a primary focus in exploiting proven and underdeveloped shallow producing horizons located in the Bend Arch-Fort Worth Basin area of North Central Texas. Comstock is currently directing operations and re-development of twenty producing and/or proven properties with over 1 million barrels of reserves.
About Mojo Yamaha Mojo Yamaha is a motorcycle racing team focused on classic Yamahas. The team runs monster Formula One racers based on the Yamaha FJ1100 engine pushed out to nearly 1300cc by Larry Cook Racing, as well as the legendary 2-stroke, the Yamaha TZ750. All bikes are housed in frames produced by the renown builder Denis Curtis at CMR Racing. Josh Hayes and Mojo Yamaha won Race 4 of the International Challenge the Phillip Island Classic in 2019.
About AHRMA The American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association (AHRMA) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to competing on fantastic classic and true vintage along with a wide range of modern motorcycles. With nearly 3,000 members, AHRMA is the largest vintage racing group in North America and one of the biggest in the world. The association has grown steadily over the years, reflecting the increasing interest in classic bikes.
A Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX ABS. Photo courtesy Kawasaki.
A 2025 Kawasaki W230. Photo courtesy Kawasaki
Introducing the all-new W230, new 2025 Ninja® 1100SX ABS, new Versys® 1100 SE LT ABS and new KX™450SR motorcycles.
THE ORIGINAL ICON
ALL-NEW 2025 W230 ABS Motorcycle
Kawasaki proudly announces the addition of the all-new 2025 W230 ABS motorcycle to its iconic W series, a line renowned for its blend of classic design and reliable performance. The latest member, the W230 ABS, marks a significant expansion into the popular 250cc category, offering a 233cc retro sport motorcycle that combines timeless style with modern accessibility. Designed to cater to a broader range of riders, the W230 ABS features an inviting seat height and lightweight build, making the classic W experience more attainable than ever before.
W230 Key Features
233cc air-cooled 4-stroke SOHC single-cylinder engine
Lightweight semi-double cradle frame
Relaxed, upright riding position with low 29.3-inch seat height
37mm telescopic fork paired with twin shocks
Large-diameter spoked wheels
W-family style brake components equipped with ABS
Traditional instrumentation with modern functionality
PERFORMANCE TO TAKE YOU FURTHERNEW 2025 Ninja® 1100SX ABS Motorcycle
Kawasaki is further expanding its impressive Ninja® family lineup with the new 2025 Ninja® 1100SX ABS and Ninja® 1100SX SE ABS sport touring motorcycles. With a blend of sport performance, aggressive Ninja aesthetics, touring capability, and a relaxed riding position, the Ninja 1100SX ABS is designed to be the ultimate sport touring package. The new Ninja 1100SX ABS delivers enhanced performance and features, including an increased engine displacement, optimized gear ratios, refined Kawasaki Quick Shifter (KQS), a handlebar-mounted USB Type-C outlet, and voice control feature available for Kawasaki’s smartphone connectivity, making it better than ever for touring and everyday riding.
Ninja® 1100SX ABS / Ninja® 1100SX SE ABS Key Features
NEW 1,099cc 4-stroke in-line four engine
NEW improved Kawasaki Quick Shifter (KQS)
Advanced electronics package
Supersport-style chassis components
NEW Öhlins rear suspension (SE model)
NEW Brembo front brake system (SE model)
NEW USB type-C outlet
RIDEOLOGY THE APP MOTORCYCLE* with voice command
Relaxed riding position
Dynamic Ninja styling
A 2025 Versys SE LT ABS.
DESTINATION: EVERYWHERE
NEW 2025 Versys® 1100 SE LT ABS Motorcycle
Kawasaki is known for its versatility, innovation, and high performance, and the new 2025 Versys® 1100 SE LT ABS continues this trend. This adventure-style motorcycle is an adaptable powerhouse, designed for any road, any time. The 2025 model features a new powerful 1,099cc in-line four-cylinder engine, with the latest technology in both engine design and tuning. It also comes with a high-performance frame and a full range of advanced rider support features. It includes an updated Kawasaki Quick Shifter (KQS), a USB-C port on the handlebar, and smartphone connectivity with RIDEOLOGY THE APP MOTORCYCLE*, which now has a voice command feature available.
Versys® 1100 SE LT ABS Key Features
NEW 1,099cc 4-stroke in-line four engine
NEW improved Kawasaki Quick Shifter (KQS)
Advanced electronics package
NEW USB type-C outlet
NEW RIDEOLOGY THE APP MOTORCYCLE* with voice command
Relaxed riding position
Unique Versys styling
A 2025 Kawasaki KX 450 SR.
BUILT TO WIN
NEW 2025 KX™450SR Motorcycle
Following its successful debut in 2022, the new KX™450SR motorcycle is set for a highly anticipated return for 2025. The “SR” or Special Racer designation, once exclusive to Kawasaki factory racing machines, signifies the peak of Kawasaki race performance. The KX450SR is purpose-built with high-value components proven by the Monster Energy® Kawasaki race team in Monster Energy Supercross, AMA Pro Motocross Championships and SuperMotocross World Championship. Building on the popular KX450 platform, the KX450SR is crafted for riders aiming for the top step of the podium. The bike features elite racing components, special tuning, and design elements inspired by the Monster Energy® Kawasaki race team, enhancing both its performance and factory racer aesthetics.
KX™450SR Key Features
Factory race team-inspired colors and graphics
449cc 4-stroke, DOHC, DFI®, liquid-cooled engine
Modified cylinder head with polished intake ports
Pro Circuit Ti-6 titanium exhaust system
Optimized ECU/DFI settings
Kawasaki racing by Hinson clutch cover
49mm Showa Coil-Spring fork with Kashima Ti02 coating and model-specific settings
Showa rear shock with Kashima coating and model-specific settings
XTRIG Rocs-Tech triple clamp with PHDS (Progressive Handlebar Damping System)
Renthal rear sprocket and D.I.D gold chain
D.I.D Dirtstar ST-X black rims
Metallic magnesium gold color cylinder head cover
In addition to the new models above, Kawasaki is announcing several carry-over 2025 motorcycle models:
From left, MV Agusta North America Sales Manager Cindy Bashaw-Downing; Corporate Sales-Marketing Executive Stephanie Sancedo; Marketing Manager Olivia Goheen; Corporate Sales-Marketing Executive Misty Breymeyer, and General Manager Luca Dovesi pose with the MV Agusta Dragster RR SCS America donated to a drawing held at Camp Pendleton Marine Base. Cpl. Kimo Malott won the drawing.
Camp Pendleton, CA – September 27, 2024 – MV Agusta made a special visit to Camp Pendleton on Saturday, September 21 to donate the iconic, special edition, Dragster RR SCS America to the base. This event marks a start of great partnership between the iconic Italian Motorcycle Art brand and the Marine Corps. The donation was part of a special giveaway open to all active service members stationed on base. MV Agusta is thrilled to support the men and women involved in the military and donating a motorcycle was a gesture of appreciation to those who serve. The motorcycle was on display inside the Pacific Views MCX for one week leading up to the giveaway, allowing military members to see the bike and enter the draw for their chance to win. The giveaway stirred up a lot of excitement and attention on base with over 1,800 hopeful entries.
The Dragster America was specifically picked for this donation due to its unique backstory. The special-edition America model pays homage to the 1973 MV Agusta 750 Sport America, all while celebrating the 50th anniversary. The bold red, white, and blue design plays tribute to the spirit of the United States of America, being freedom, bravery, and patriotism. This special edition also showcases the strong bond MV Agusta has had with the country during the last 50 years. This bike presents itself as the perfect gift to the brave heroes serving.
The event was held in front of the Pacific Views MCX store where the iconic Dragster America was on display along with a few other rider favorite machines like the RUSH Mamba and F3 RR. Throughout the event, many military members passed by sharing motorcycle stories, learning more about the brand, while eagerly anticipating the giveaway drawing of the name. When the time came to draw the winner, Luca Dovesi, General Manager of MV Agusta North America expressed his gratitude to the service members and talked a bit about the giveaway model. “The Dragster America is not just a Motorcycle–it’s a tribute to the bond between Italy and the United States, and to the military, all who symbolize strength, loyalty and freedom”, said Dovesi.
In the giveaway drawing, Cpl. Kimo Malott was the lucky service member called. We are excited to induct Malott into the MV Agusta family and thrilled a dedicated member of the U.S. Marine Corp will be riding our beautiful machine that represents the true meaning of being American.
October 2024 – This fall, REV’IT! TAILORTECH will launch its first-ever North-American tour, showcasing our premium, custom-made racing suits, designed for both professional racers and passionate enthusiasts alike.
Our racing suits are engineered for riders at every level, offering tailored precision that enhances both protection and comfort. Built to meet the rigorous demands of MotoGP, WorldSBK, national level racing, and club racing, REV’IT! TAILORTECH sets the standard in custom racing apparel.
“We are thrilled to kick off the TAILORTECH tour across North America, marking a significant milestone in our history,” said Paolo Bacchiarello, President of REV’IT! Sport USA. “TAILORTECH focuses on crafting high-performance racing suits that deliver superior safety, style, and fit, addressing the unique needs of each individual rider. As we expand our dealer network, we aim to take on the competition with best-in-class custom racing suits designed for everyone from the racing professionals to aspiring racers and track day riders.”
Crafted in Italy, Tailored for You
REV’IT! TAILORTECH is about more than just motorcycle gear — it’s a personalized experience that combines over 40 years of Italian craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology; creating a new standard in custom motorcycle gear.
Suits like the X_201 and X_301 are meticulously crafted in Italy, embodying the pinnacle of quality, tradition, and expertise. The X_101, while produced in a specialized high-end factory in Vietnam, maintains the same dedication to performance, precision, and craftsmanship. Whether made in Italy or Vietnam, every TAILORTECH suit is designed to deliver unparalleled quality and a perfect fit for every single rider.
Begin your REV’IT! TAILORTECH journey with a blank canvas, where you can bring your unique vision to life. Every aspect of the suit is shaped by your personal aesthetic, offering complete creative freedom— from selecting colors, adding sponsor logos, to incorporating custom graphic patterns. It’s your chance to craft a piece that’s not just perfectly fitted, but also a true expression of your style.
You don’t have to wait for the tour to start to begin your own TAILORTECH experience. Visit our website and start customizing your very own suit design today using our advanced and intuitive 3D configurator. Once you’ve designed your perfect suit, you can book an appointment to attend one of our tour events at a dealership near you. Our expert tailors will be expecting you to help ensure your gear fits flawlessly.
Innovative Safety Meets Unmatched Comfort
Safety is paramount, and REV’IT! TAILORTECH suits are engineered to integrate seamlessly with Tech-Air® airbag systems, offering you enhanced protection without sacrificing comfort or style.
Join the REV’IT! TAILORTECH Experience
At each tour stop, you’ll have the chance to meet our expert tailors, experience custom fittings, and see firsthand the experience and craftsmanship that goes into every suit. Whether you’re customizing a suit for the track or the road, REV’IT! TAILORTECH provides the ultimate blend of performance, protection, and personal style.
Check Out Our Tour Schedule
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to elevate your riding experience with REV’IT! TAILORTECH—where your safety, comfort, and style come together in one perfect fit.
Thursday, 10/24/2024: REV’IT! Denver – 2800 Walnut St Suite 120, Denver, CO 80205, United States
Friday, 10/25/2024: REV’IT! Denver – 2800 Walnut St Suite 120, Denver, CO 80205, United States
Friday, 10/25/2024: Nadon Sport St-Eustache – 645 R. Dubois, Saint-Eustache, QC J7P 3W1, Canada
Saturday, 10/26/2024: SoSo Concord BMW Cycles – 1240 Willow Pass Rd, Concord, CA 94520, United States
Saturday, 10/26/2024: Riders Choice – 2276 Dixie Rd Unit 1, Mississauga, ON L4Y 1Z4, Canada
Sunday, 10/27/2024: Pacific Motorsports – 6260 Graybar Rd #100, Richmond, BC V6W 1H6, Canada
Tuesday, 10/29/2024: Moto Liberty – 15402 Midway Rd, Addison, TX 75001, United States
Tuesday, 10/29/2024: Triumph Santa Monica – 1710 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90404, United States
Thursday, 10/30/2024: Ducati Tampa Bay – 7202 E Adamo Dr, Tampa, FL 33619, United States
Saturday, 11/02/2024: Classic Car Club Manhattan – 1 PIER 76, 408 12th Ave, New York, NY 10018, United States
Saturday, 11/02/2024: Seacoast Sport Cycle – 129 Rockingham Rd, Derry, NH 03038, United States
Visit our website for more information on the tour stops and to schedule your fitting appointment:
REV’IT! TAILORTECH is the embodiment of Italian craftsmanship–fused with modern technology, created to meet the diverse needs of the rider of today. Our roots trace back to Vircos, an Italian company with over 40 years of heritage, specializing in creating custom-made suits. With a team of 29 dedicated professionals, Vircos provided suits for every level of rider—from MotoAmerica, MotoGP, and national and international Superbike-racing professionals to club racers and amateur motorcyclists. Today, REV’IT! TAILORTECH combines traditional expertise with cutting-edge innovation technology.
Our mission is to deliver personalized performance—gear that’s tailored to each rider’s exact specifications, offering both unrivaled comfort and advanced safety features like Tech-Air® airbag systems.
Whether for professional racers or passionate enthusiasts, REV’IT! TAILORTECH is committed to enhancing every ride with bespoke solutions that reflect the unique demands of every rider.
Season Four Of The Popular MotoAmerica Docu-Series Set To Begin On October 3
The fourth season of “Pressure To Rise” will feature a different look than the previous seasons. While the first three seasons focused solely on the MotoAmerica Superbike class, season four will feature three riders – Cameron Beaubier, Bobby Fong and Kayla Yaakov – and three classes, Steel Commander Superbike, Mission King Of The Baggers and Supersport.
“The previous format was great, and we all loved it, but it really was only an in-depth weekend recap for Superbike only,” said Steve Radley, the man behind “Pressure To Rise.” “The core audience that watched the show was mostly, if not all, race fans. We wanted to try and grow the audience by making it more personal. The new format is now spread out to three classes and condensed down to three specific riders, all at different places in their careers. We spend time with them at home and on the road to see what makes them tick come race weekend.”
“Pressure To Rise” can be seen on MotoAmerica Live+, YouTube, and the MTRSPT1 network.
“Pressure To Rise” continues to improve,” said MotoAmerica COO Chuck Aksland. “The show provides an engaging behind-the-scenes look at our riders as they prepare for and compete in the MotoAmerica series. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to the sport, it does an excellent job of introducing the riders as more than just athletes. You get to know them on a personal level – their stories, challenges, and what drives them – helping to create a deeper connection between the riders and the audience.”
To view the season-four trailer and episode one premiere of “Pressure To Rise,” click HERE
About MotoAmerica
MotoAmerica is North America’s premier motorcycle road racing series. Established in 2014, MotoAmerica is home to the AMA Superbike Championship as well as additional classes including Supersport, Stock 1000, Twins Cup, Junior Cup, and King Of The Baggers. MotoAmerica is an affiliate of KRAVE Group LLC, a partnership including three-time 500cc World Champion, two-time AMA Superbike Champion, and AMA Hall of Famer Wayne Rainey; ex-racer and former manager of Team Roberts Chuck Aksland; motorsports marketing executive Terry Karges; and businessman Richard Varner. For more information, please visit www.MotoAmerica.com and follow MotoAmerica on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and YouTube. To watch all things MotoAmerica, subscribe to MotoAmerica’s live streaming and video on demand service, MotoAmerica Live+
On the Front Cover: Hunter Dunham (170) raced a Ducati Streetfighter in a
2025-eligibility-test for the performance-balanced Super Hooligan class. Sam Fleming joined the Tampa Ducati crew for races at COTA and rode the bike afterwards. Brian J. Nelson photo.
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Inside Info: The limited-edition Aprilia RSV4 X ex3ma comes with ground-effect aerodynamics; Ducati Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak; Yamaha YZF-R1 for street use in the USA and track-use-only in Europe; and more…
MotoAmerica Superbike: Beaubier & Kelly Win At COTA
World Superbike: With Toprak Out, Petrucci Wins!
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Letters To The Editor: What Happened To Pilot USA, And Kobas 250s Racing At Daytona In 1984
10 Years Ago, October 2014: Cory West was airborne on an EBR 1190SX streetbike on
the October 2014 cover. Marc Marquez ran rampant, winning his 10th straight MotoGP race, which was held at Indianapolis. We looked at Honda Grom racing in Texas, and Shops visited Baxley by Providence, creators of the wheel chock seen in paddocks nationwide.
The Crash Page: Phillip Hranicka at Portland International Raceway
Racing, School, & Track Day Calendar: Where & When To Ride
Classified Ads/Advertiser Index
High Performance Parts & Services Directory
Chris Ulrich: Adventures Of An Ex-Racer: 2024 Season Wrap-Up
Essex Moto Parts, the exclusive North American distributor for OZ Motorbike wheels, LighTech, and Ferodo motorcycle brakes, is pleased to announce that we are now the exclusive North American distributor for Accossato Racing.
Accossato Racing is a leader in motorcycle manufacturing, specializing in designing and manufacturing brake components including billet CNC brake and clutch master cylinders, as well as brake lines, brake calipers, and rotors.
Since 1969, the company’s history is marked by numerous successes, supplying the best parts to all levels of the sport. With over 55 years of experience in OEM and aftermarket manufacturing, Accossato has established itself as a pillar in the Italian motorcycle community.
With over 35 years in the motorcycle industry, supplying everything from braking components to wheels and accessories, Essex is excited to welcome Accossato to its North American product line. Essex will build on the storied history of Accossato and its long-term technical partnerships with race teams in WSBK, MotoAmerica, Moto2, and Moto3. That experience has resulted in technical innovation and product design that Essex is pleased to now offer to the North American market.
A Statement from Francesco D’Agostino, Commercial Director of Accossato:
“We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Essex for the distribution of Accossato products in North America. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in expanding our reach and providing high-quality products to a broader audience. We are confident that Essex’s expertise and dedication will greatly benefit our customers and enhance our presence in the market.”
About Essex: Essex has supplied parts to the top levels of motorcycle racing in North America for 35 years. This includes Superbike and Supercross teams, as well as all levels of AMA Pro and WERA race teams. Essex helped engineer and supplied the first carbon/carbon brake systems used in the AMA Superbike series, used to win many races and championships, as well as several Daytona 200 wins. Essex has supplied brake and wheel components to every type of professional and amateur motorcycle racing in NA, and today is the NA importer and distributor for OZ wheels, LighTech, and Ferodo.
New Jersey Motorsports Park. Photo by David Swarts.
Scholtz Crowned MotoAmerica Supersport Champion
Strack Racing’s Mathew Scholtz claims the title in Race 1 and concludes a stellar debut Supersport season with a runner-up finish at NJMP
The Strack Racing team and supporters pose with 2024 MotoAmerica Supersport Champion Mathew Scholtz. Brian J. Nelson photo.
MARIETTA, Ga. – September 30, 2024 – Strack Racing’s Mathew Scholtz claimed the 2024 MotoAmerica Supersport Championship a race early at the season finale at the New Jersey Motorsports Park. The South African executed a smart ride in Race 1 to seal the deal on the title with 11 points and then finished the season with a runner-up finish in Race 2, further adding to his impressive tally during his debut season aboard the Strack Racing R6.
The newly rebranded team, Strack Racing, made its debut with Scholtz at the season opener at Road Atlanta. Although it was a rollercoaster start, they had a strong showing in their early beginnings with a podium finish. The team built on that first round and came out swinging at Round 2, with Scholtz earning a double victory at Barber Motorsports Park. From there, the championship campaign continued to build strength, ultimately securing eight wins and a total of 15 podiums. The 2024 Supersport Championship is Scholtz’s second MotoAmerica title and second in the series with the Yamaha brand, the first of which was won aboard the Westby Racing R1 in the Superstock 1000 class in 2017.
Peter Strack – Strack Racing Team Principal
“I thought I understood what team meant, but this year really taught me what that meant. I’ve done a lot in business and other things where a team means everything to your success. Everybody here pulled their weight, so it was a big deal. We fought hard. When we came in, we were the underdogs. We started off with some adversity, and we overcame that. Every single round, we pushed the limit in everything that we were doing and never took our foot off the gas. We were strategic and very calculated in what we did, and it paid off.”
Mathew Scholtz – Strack Racing #11
“Going into the Supersport class, it was a little bit of an unknown for me, but it was a beautiful season. There were a lot of highs and some lows as well. The season began a little slower than we liked, but from Round 2 at Barber, we took the double there and knew we should be fighting for the championship. The Strack Racing crew gave me a perfect bike all season long, and we did what we needed to do. I’m just really happy to bring the championship home.”
About Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.
Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. (YMUS), is a recognized leader in the outdoor recreation industry. The company’s ever-expanding product offerings include Motorcycles and Scooters, ATV and Side-by-Side vehicles, Snowmobiles, Personal Watercraft, Boats, Outboard Motors, Outdoor Power Equipment, Power Assist Bicycles, Golf Cars [sold, serviced, and distributed by Yamaha Golf-Car Company], Power Assist Wheelchair Systems, Surface Mount Technology and Robotic Machines, Unmanned Helicopters, Accessories, Apparel, Yamalube products, and much more. YMUS products are sold through a nationwide network of distributors and dealers in the United States.
YMUS has a corporate office in California, three corporate offices in Georgia, as well as facilities in Wisconsin, Alabama, and Florida. YMUS subsidiaries Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of America (YMMC), based in Georgia, and Yamaha Jet Boat Manufacturing U.S.A. (YJBM) based in Tennessee, each assemble and manufacture selected Yamaha brand products. YMUS owns Skeeter Boats [Texas] with its division G3 Boats [Missouri]. Additional U.S.-based subsidiaries include Yamaha Marine Systems Company, Inc. (YMSC) with subsidiary Siren Marine [Rhode Island] and divisions Bennett Marine [Florida], Yamaha Marine Rotational Molders [Wisconsin] and Yamaha Precision Propeller Inc. [Indiana].
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Hayden Gillim Earns Honda the 2024 MotoAmerica Stock 1000 Championship
From a press release issued by American Honda
Hayden Gillim winning at NJMP. Brian J. Nelson photo.
— MILLVILLE, New Jersey
First professional AMA road racing title for CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP
Honda riders took eight of 10 wins on the season
During this weekend’s rainy last round of 2024 MotoAmerica season at New Jersey Motorsports Park, Real Steel Motorsports rider Hayden Gillim wrapped up his second consecutive 2024 Stock 1000 National Championship, with wins on Saturday and Sunday. Racing a CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP with significant backing from Tennessee dealership Southern Powersports, Gillim dominated the series, winning seven of 10 races.
A 29-year-old native of Owensboro, Kentucky, Gillim is a racing veteran, having won his first Amateur Dirt Track Grand Championship at age 6. He’s a cousin of the famous racing Hayden brothers (who he is named after), and typically runs number 69 as an homage to the late Nicky Hayden, who rode Hondas to the 1999 AMA 600 Supersport Championship, the 2002 AMA Superbike Championship and the 2006 MotoGP World Championship.
This season, however, Gillim ran number 1 in Stock 1000, having earned last year’s crown with a different brand. He topped both races at the Alabama opener, but the next two rounds in Minnesota and Washington saw him win the opening races but crash out of the lead in the second races, making for a tight points battle. He was victorious in race 1 at Laguna Seca and finished on the podium in race 2 (with fellow Red Rider Ashton Yates getting the win), then closed out the season the way he started it—with a sweep at this weekend’s finale.
“We raced against Geoff May last year and saw what he was able to do on the Honda,” said Gillim, who has now won four professional AMA road racing titles. “Then when Honda’s contingency numbers came out, that was a big factor in us switching, as well as the support we got from Southern Powersports. I raced Hondas when I was younger, first getting on a 600, and [team co-owner] Jerry Nickell has a big Honda collection and was excited about it. The guys gave us a really good bike, and the team did a good job setting it up. It was a great year. We were making 25 horsepower more than last year’s bike, and every track we went to, I was going a second or two faster than my previous best lap times. After I put it on the ground a couple of times in the middle part of the season, I started managing things better and not overriding the bike, and we were able to finish the season out strong.”
This was the first AMA road racing crown for the CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP platform, and Honda’s first since Jake Zemke took the 2008 Formula Xtreme crown aboard a CBR600RR.
“On behalf of everyone at American Honda, a huge congratulations and thank-you to Hayden, Real Steel Motorsports and Southern Powersports,” said Brandon Wilson, Manager of Racing and Advertising at American Honda. “We knew that the CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP is a competitive machine, and we hoped that upping our contingency program for 2024 would give some top riders the nudge to show its potential. That said, we couldn’t have expected the dominance it has shown in Stock 1000, with Honda riders taking 80 percent of the wins. It’s great to see Honda back on top in an AMA professional racing series, and hopefully it’s a sign of more to come.”
About American Honda American Honda Motor Co., Inc., is the sole distributor of Honda motorcycles, scooters, ATVs and Side-by-Sides in the United States. American Honda’s Power Sports & Products Division conducts the sales, marketing and operational activities for these products through independent authorized Honda retail dealers. For more information on Honda products, go to powersports.honda.com.
More from a press release issued by Suzuki:
ESCALANTE AND SCOTT EARN THE TOP 5 FOR VISION WHEEL M4 ECSTAR SUZUKI
Suzuki riders end the 2024 MotoAmerica AMA/FIM North American Road Racing Championship strong
Brea, CA, (September 30, 2024) — Suzuki Motor USA (Suzuki) and Team Hammer closed out the 2024 MotoAmerica AMA/FIM North American Road Racing Championship season at New Jersey Motorsports Park in rock solid fashion as Superbike pilot Richie Escalante and Supersport ace Tyler Scott led the way with four combined top-five finishes.
Race Highlights
Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki
Superbike
Richie Escalante battled his way forward from outside the top 10 to score two fighting fifths.
Brandon Paasch was blisteringly quick on his home track, earning his best career Superbike qualifying position.
Supersport
Tyler Scott locked down a top-5 championship ranking with two fourths at NJMP.
Teagg Hobbs secured a top-10 championship position by twice finishing inside the top ten in the season finale.
Joel Ohman took his final lessons in a season dedicated to maximum improvement.
Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki Superbike star Richie Escalante once again showed himself up to the task of going bar-to-bar with the nation’s elite roadracers, scoring a pair of impressive finishes despite qualifying on Row 4 on a weekend that featured mixed conditions but largely dry races. On Saturday, the Mexican carved his way up through the field aboard his Suzuki GSX-R1000R to ultimately win out a multi-rider dice for fifth. He was even stronger on Sunday despite again finishing fifth, closing in dramatically on the fight for victory late before taking the checkered flag just 0.886 seconds behind the winner.
Richie Escalante (54) closed out his short season happy to take some time to get back into peak form. Brian J. Nelson photo.
Despite missing the bulk of the season after suffering an injury in the opener, Escalante ended his abbreviated campaign with a podium finish among his three top 5 results. He said, “We had a pretty good weekend, one that was tough with the weather conditions. My pace and rhythm were good on the bike, and we finished with a gap quite close to the front on Sunday. I need to work on my starts and first laps more, so I don’t have to make up positions later in the race. I am glad this year is over given my injuries and missing time, but I want to thank Suzuki, the team, the crew, and all the sponsors.”
Escalante’s premier-class teammate, Brandon Paasch, was motivated to impress in front of his home-state fans. And impress he did, claiming his first career MotoAmerica front row grid position by clocking the third best time aboard his Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki GSX-R1000R. Unfortunately, Paasch crashed out while embroiled in the chase for fifth late in Saturday’s race. However, he bounced back on Sunday, claiming seventh in the year’s final contest.
Brandon Paasch (96) showed determination with a great qualifying time and impressive performance on Sunday despite a crash on Saturday. Brian J. Nelson photo.
Paasch, who ended the season ranked ninth in the points on the strength of two top 5 finishes, said, “It was a lot of positives for us and some disappointment as well. This was my first-ever front row qualifying, and I was fifth in the morning warm-up on Sunday. And in Sunday’s race, the total time was the closest I have finished to the winner yet. But the races didn’t go that well for us. I had a 118-mile per hour crash on Saturday and lost a lot of ground early in the race on Sunday.”
Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki Supersport standout Tyler Scott wrapped up a strong campaign aboard the team’s next-generation GSX-R750 with a pair of fourth-place rides. Scott was consistently in the mix up front as he had been all season long, locking down a fifth-place championship standing that included a victory among four podium finishes.
Tyler Scott (70) was a consistent performer all season long with ending with a strong hold on fifth-place in championship points. Brian J. Nelson photo.
Scott said, “It was mixed conditions all weekend but dry races, so that made it interesting. Overall, it wasn’t a bad weekend, but we were looking for more because we always want to win. On Saturday, we got fourth with a small bike problem keeping us from the podium. It looked like we might get it on Sunday, but a rider t-boned me towards the end of the race. I lost some ground and wasn’t able to make it up the rest of the way.”
Scott’s Supersport teammate, Teagg Hobbs, continued to fight his way out of a second half slump. Hobbs raced his way up from 15th on the grid to finish inside the top 10 twice – 10th on Saturday and ninth on Sunday, to end the season ranked ninth in the final MotoAmerica Supersport standings.
Hobbs said, “It’s no secret we have struggled this season, and we made changes with the bike and got back on track this weekend. It took a while to get the setup dialed in, but by Sunday, things were really improved. I started 15th and moved up to seventh, and my lap times were third or fourth fastest in the race. The bike responded to my rider inputs the way I was expecting. It was a disappointing year for me, but it was good to get a positive race in.”
The squad’s third Supersport pilot, Joel Ohman, spent his 2024 season dedicated to gaining as much experience and speed as possible, a mission he concluded in New Jersey.
Ohman said, “It feels good to end the year on a high note. We started out really rough with the rain. I didn’t feel confident pushing it the way I wanted and was having a hard time. The first race, we had some of the same issues as before but after working with the team and my riding coach, we found a solution with the bike and I went 2.5 seconds faster than we had gone all weekend. The second race, I was able to battle and move up so I was happy about that.”
ABOUT TEAM HAMMER
The 2024 season marks Team Hammer’s 44th consecutive year of operating as a professional road racing team. Racebikes built and fielded by Team Hammer have won 134 AMA Pro and MotoAmerica National races, have finished on AMA Pro and MotoAmerica National podiums 373 times and have won 11 AMA Pro and MotoAmerica National Championships, as well as two FIM South American Championships (in Superbike and Supersport). The team has also won 137 endurance races overall (including seven 24-hour races) and 13 Overall WERA National Endurance Championships with Suzuki motorcycles, and holds the U.S. record for mileage covered in a 24-hour race. The team also competed in the televised 1990s Formula USA National Championship, famously running “Methanol Monster” GSX-R1100 Superbikes fueled by methanol, and won four F-USA Championships.
ABOUT VISION WHEEL
Founded in 1976, Vision Wheel is one of the nation’s leading providers of custom wheels for cars and trucks, and one of the first manufacturers of custom wheels and tires for ATVs, UTVs, and golf carts. Vision Wheel looks beyond the current trends and to the future in developing, manufacturing, and distributing its wheels. Vision’s lines of street, race, off-road, American Muscle, and Milanni wheels are distributed nationally and internationally through a trusted network of distributors. Vision Wheel also produces the Vision It AR app to allow users to see how their wheel of choice will look on their vehicle before purchase and installation. For more information on Vision Wheel, visit www.visionwheel.com.
ABOUT SUZUKI
Suzuki Motor USA, LLC. (SMO) distributes Motorcycles, ATVs, Scooters, Automotive Parts, Accessories, and ECSTAR Oils & Chemicals via an extensive dealer network throughout 49 states. Suzuki Motor Corporation (SMC), based in Hamamatsu, Japan, is a diversified worldwide manufacturer of Motorcycles, ATVs, Scooters, Automobiles, Outboard Motors, and related products. Founded in 1909 and incorporated in 1920, SMC has business relations with 201 countries/regions. For more information, visit www.suzuki.com.
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