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MotoAmerica: More On Racing At Ridge Motorsports Park In 2020

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MotoAmerica: More On Racing At Ridge Motorsports Park In 2020

The Ridge Motorsports Park Set To Host MotoAmerica In 2020

MotoAmerica To Race At Track In The Pacific Northwest In June

COSTA MESA, CA (August 29, 2019) – MotoAmerica is thrilled to announce that the 2020 MotoAmerica Series will for the first time feature a round in the Pacific Northwest, with the three-day event set to take place at the Ridge Motorsports Park, which is located southwest of Seattle, Washington, June 26-28.

The 2020 MotoAmerica Series will visit the Pacific Northwest in June with all five classes set to compete at the Ridge Motorsports Park.

The rest of the provisional 2020 MotoAmerica schedule will be announced shortly.

The Ridge Motorsports Park racetrack was designed by Steve Crawford, the man who also designed Thunderhill Raceway Park in Northern California and it’s nestled in a truly picturesque portion of Washington State with views of Mt. Rainier and Mt. St. Helens. The circuit blend with its surroundings and features 16 turns with over 300 feet of elevation, including a 50-foot plunge down the Ridge Complex. The Ridge opened in 2011 but has recently undergone upgrades to allow it to host large spectator events, such as MotoAmerica.

The track is centrally located in Shelton, Washington, roughly 90 miles from Seattle, 140 miles from Portland, Oregon and 60 miles from Tacoma, Washington in Mason County. Having a round at The Ridge will also please MotoAmerica’s Canadian fans as it is just a four-hour drive down the I-5 from Vancouver, British Columbia.

“We’re excited to be taking the MotoAmerica Series to the Pacific Northwest next year,” said MotoAmerica President Wayne Rainey. “We know we have a lot of fans up there who haven’t had the chance to see Superbike racing up close in a long, long time. This is going to be a great event and Tracie Schmitt and the staff at the Ridge Motorsports Park have welcomed us with open arms and are as excited as we are that we are going to be racing at their track. We know our riders, teams and fans will enjoy the circuit and the surrounding area. Riders always like the challenge of a new circuit and the layout looks to have very fast and technical sections that will be exciting for them to race on. It’s a beautiful place and it promises to have great racing. We can’t wait to get there in June.”

“This is a big moment not only for Ridge Motorsports Park, but for the Shelton, Washington, community,” said Tracie Schmitt, the general manager of Ridge Motorsports Park. “MotoAmerica will be the first nationally televised event for this young facility and the first nationally televised road course event that’s been held in Washington state in decades. We are proud of the relationship we’ve built with the MotoAmerica team. To finally make the announcement of the MotoAmerica Komatsu Superbike Championship at Ridge Motorsports Park is an exciting moment for everyone involved.”

The Ridge Motorsports Park has been undergoing constant improvement and a grand opening of its 9800-square-foot Performance Center is scheduled for September. Additionally, a spectator bridge will be constructed, among other on-going projects prior to MotoAmerica’s event in June of next year.

“Expansion projects to support the growth of the facility and the MotoAmerica Komatsu Superbike Championship at Ridge Motorsports Park have been strategically scheduled to ensure a successful completion before the June 26-28 event,” Schmitt said. “Pit entrance will be extended to provide additional track surface supporting the transition from turn 15 to 16; design has been completed to add another creative element to the already nationally recognized 2.47-mile road course; 100,000 square feet of paddock space will be added to tie in the current paddock to the pedestrian bridge; and a newly designed facility entrance is planned and the final highlight will include the new grandstands being installed to create the extreme fan experience from each viewpoint on the property. The recent teaser announcement of Ridge Motorsports Park being added to the already successful MotoAmerica schedule, has had an overwhelming response from the fans. This is going to be a great event.”

About MotoAmerica

MotoAmerica is the North American road racing series created in 2014 that is home to the AMA Superbike Championship. MotoAmerica is an affiliate of KRAVE Group LLC, a partnership that includes 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 on MotoAmerica, visit www.MotoAmerica.com. Also make sure to follow MotoAmerica on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

Suzuki’s New Katana Arrives In The U.S. In November, Plus New V-Strom 650XT Adventure Announced Along With Returning Models For 2020

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Suzuki’s New Katana Arrives In The U.S. In November, Plus New V-Strom 650XT Adventure Announced Along With Returning Models For 2020

A Suzuki Icon Returns to American Soil

Legendary KATANA Arrives in the U.S. Along with New V-Strom 650XT Adventure and Other Returning 2020 Models

Brea, CA (August 29, 2019) – After the dramatic and cutting edge unveiling that enthralled the industry during the International Motorcycle Shows (IMS) in Long Beach and New York, enthusiasts everywhere have been eager for details about the U.S. arrival of the new KATANA. Today, Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (SMAI) is excited to announce the new 2020 KATANA will officially arrive on American soil in two color schemes, adding a new Solid Black along with the Metallic Mystic Silver color that matches the look of the original 1982 version, and will be available in dealers this November at a price of $13,499.

Paying tribute to the original Katana while embracing its Japanese culture with key styling cues, the new KATANA combines its breathtaking look with modern, liter-class sportbike performance and a neo-retro flair that is ready to make its mark on the streets. This stunning motorcycle will attract a variety of riders, especially those who value owning a unique motorcycle that delivers an exciting riding experience and to seasoned riders who fondly remember the original Katana and will want their new KATANA ride linked to history.

In addition to the return of an icon, Suzuki also debuts a new V-Strom 650XT Adventure model for 2020 that comes equipped with high-quality, adventure-ready accessories. Plus, other 2020 carryover Street, Sport, Cruiser, DualSport, and Scooter models return with new colors and graphics to bring style along on every Suzuki ride.


2020 Suzuki KATANA
MSRP $13,499
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in November 2019

The KATANA

Through its products, Suzuki has embraced its Japanese heritage and has found opportunities to celebrate beautiful, unique aspects of its society and nature. The new KATANA faithfully honors that commitment while finding a bold new expression for Suzuki technology and styling. The KATANA blends the proven performance of a long-stroke GSX-R1000 engine, the solid stability of the GSX-S1000 chassis, and an ergonomically comfortable riding position. The KATANA’s dramatic bodywork rests upon a twin-spar, aluminum alloy frame, and Superbike-type braced swingarm that provides great road holding performance.


2020 V-Strom Models

Renowned for versatility, reliability, and value, Suzuki’s V-Strom 650 models have attracted scores of riders who use their motorcycles for touring, commuting, or just a fun ride.

2020 Suzuki V-Strom 650XT Adventure
MSRP $10,399
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in November 2019

Ready to take on any journey that gets thrown its way is the new V-Strom 650XT Adventure. The latest addition to the V-Strom family arrives with exquisite Pearl Vigor Blue bodywork and adventure-ready tubeless-spoke wheels, aluminum panniers, rugged accessory bar, handlebar cross brace and mirror extensions. The V-Strom 650XT Adventure is so ready to travel, riders just need to add a map.

2020 Suzuki V-Strom 650
MSRP $8,799
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in October 2019

Returning for 2020, the standard V-Strom 650 steps in with a new Solid Iron Gray paint scheme while the V-Strom 650XT in Glass Sparkle Black shows off its tubeless, spoke-style wheels with gold-anodized rims

2020 Suzuki V-Strom 650XT
MSRP $9,299
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in October 2019


2020 Hayabusa

2020 Suzuki Hayabusa
MSRP $14,799
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in October 2019

The Hayabusa continues to be the ultimate sportbike, revered by riders and the Powersports Industry alike. The Hayabusa’s stunning acceleration and crisp throttle response is a preview of the bike’s top-end charge and astounding speed potential. For 2020, the falcon-inspired Hayabusa arrives at Suzuki dealers with new Candy Daring Red and Metallic Thunder Gray colors on its sleek, aerodynamic bodywork. Under that deep paint the 1340ccm four-cylinder, DOHC engine provides smooth, electric-like power. Thanks to a lightweight and rigid twin-spar aluminum frame and state-of-the-art-suspension, the Hayabusa delivers impressive handling, proving exceptional control in tight corners and a smooth ride on the highway.


2020 Sportbikes

Born from Suzuki’s commitment to engineering excellence and performance, the GSX-R1000 continues to Own the Racetrack and remains the winningest bike in AMA/MotoAmerica Superbike history.

2020 Suzuki GSX-R1000R
MSRP $17,699
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in December 2019

The 2020 GSX-R1000R brings top-shelf Showa BFF suspension, adjustable swingarm pivot and stainless steel front brake lines in addition to its suite of electronic rider aids that includes a bidirectional quick shifter, multi-level traction control, adjustable power levels, and launch control. The 2020 GSX-R1000 employs the same potent engine, frame and brakes while using a Showa Big Piston Fork, along with a standard bi-directional quick shift system that benefits street riding or track day action. 2020 Suzuki GSX-R1000R

2020 Suzuki GSX-R1000
MSRP $15,599
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in December 2019


Suzuki’s other Supersport superstars, the GSX-R750 and GSX-R600, return to the 2020 lineup with colors and graphics packages that are as sharp as their handling.

2020 Suzuki GSX-R750
MSRP $12,499
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in October 2019

2020 Suzuki GSX-R600
MSRP $11,399
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in December 2019


The 2020 Suzuki GSX250R remains the smart choice in the lightweight, sportbike class with new colors to take on the street. It blends performance, comfort, style, reliability, and value along with its sibling GSX250R ABS model that matches its stopping power to the roads available traction with its anti-lock brakes.

2020 Suzuki GSX250R ABS
MSRP $4,899
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in September 2019


2020 GSX-S Models

The GSX-S model lineup is far beyond standard. Each of these naked sportbikes for 2020 pulses with the soul of a Supersport GSX-R powerplant while having the chassis and ergonomics that can handle any type of rider preference.

2020 Suzuki GSX-S750 ABS
MSRP $8,899
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in October 2019

The GSX-S750 models inherit their heart and soul from Suzuki’s MotoGP race experience and the 30-year heritage of the GSX-R750. With strong, torque-rich engine power and a suite of rider-assist features, both the GSX-S750 and the GSX-S750 ABS are ready to capture hearts and turn heads as the performance leader in its class.

2020 SV Models

2020 Suzuki SV650X
MSRP $8,399
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in November 2019

Announced just last year and quickly becoming a leader in the Suzuki lineup, the SV650X returns after capturing the attention of riders with its versatile V-twin engine and café racer-styled personality. The SV650X rolls again in 2020 with new Glass Sparkle Black paint, a headlight cowl and frame covers that mimic a half-fairing, a sporty riding position with clip-on handlebars, and a pair of four-piston front brake calipers that deliver racetrack caliber stopping performance.

2020 Suzuki SV650
MSRP $7,099
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in November 2019

The SV650 and SV650 ABS are also back with new, contrasting body and frame colors. Whether equipped with conventional handlebars or clip-on’s like the SV650X, each SV-model is the fastest way to pure, sportbike fun.


2020 DualSport & SuperMoto Models

2020 Suzuki DR200S
MSRP $4,649
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in October 2019


For riders who love bikes with versatility or listen for the call of the wild, Suzuki’s DualSport machines deliver comfort on the street, control off the beaten path, and full command everywhere in between. Joining the 2020 DR650S that was announced earlier this summer, the DR-Z400S and DR200S join Suzuki’s DualSport lineup with new colors and graphics, adding more personality to their renowned reliability, strong on and off-road performance and unmatched value.

2020 Suzuki DR-Z400S
MSRP $6,799
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in October 2019

Suzuki’s SuperMoto DR-Z400SM delivers unmatched pavement excitement and fun with its off-road soul. The bike’s 398cc liquid-cooled, four-stroke engine propels a nimble chassis that has an MX-style inverted fork, large diameter floating front brake rotor, and wide, spoke-style wheels with high-grip sportbike rubber to deliver an exhilarating riding experience.

2020 Suzuki DR-Z400SM
MSRP $7,399
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in October 2019


2020 Cruiser Models

Ranging from a powerful 109 cubic inch muscle cruiser that rumbles with some of the largest pistons of any production motorcycle to a pair of classically styled, 805cc V-twin cruisers with unequalled comfort the Boulevards are as impressive as their look, reliability, and value.

2020 Suzuki Boulevard M109R B.O.S.S.
MSRP $15,199
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in October 2019

The dark and muscular M109R B.O.S.S. hits the road in 2020 with new Pearl Glacier White/Glass Sparkle Black or Metallic Gray/Glass Sparkle Black color schemes that showcase its powerful V-twin engine. The Boulevard C50 and C50T return with new paint work that stamps a bold impression on traditional cruiser styling whether in town or on the open highway. The C50’s Candy Daring Red paint turns heads as its travel-ready sibling, the C50T, is engineered for rider and passenger comfort with its easily removable windshield, leather-texture saddlebags, and a passenger backrest that’s studded to match the rider and passenger seats. Both C50’s roll on classic spoke-style wheels with wide whitewalls adding the right look to the C50T’s Metallic Gray paint.

2020 Suzuki Boulevard C50T
MSRP $9,599
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in September 2019

2020 Suzuki Boulevard C50
MSRP $8,299
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in September 2019


2020 Scooter Models

2020 Suzuki Burgman 200

MSRP $4,999
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in September 2019

Suzuki’s compact Burgman 200 draws admiration as it continues to set convenience and performance standards for scooters while solidifying its reputation for unmatched luxury and quality. Arriving for 2020 with a Pearl Brilliant White bodywork, the Burgman 200 covers a fuel efficient engine tuned for optimal commuting performance. Its plush, comfortable riding accommodations plus the storage and features rack up more miles when the work week ends. 

MotoAmerica: More On Dallas Daniels’ Departure From Quarterley Racing/On Track Development

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MotoAmerica: More On Dallas Daniels’ Departure From Quarterley Racing/On Track Development

Explanation Concerning Dallas Daniels’ Departure from the Quarterley Racing On Track Development
Team 

As our team has moved forward with the new lineup of riders, a lot of questions have come up regarding
the departure of Dallas Daniels, who was second in the MotoAmerica LIQUI MOLY Junior Cup points
standings prior to leaving the team just before the round at Sonoma Raceway. 

From Bob Robbins, Quarterley Racing On Track Development team co-owner: 

Dallas Daniels was our star development rider leading up to Sonoma and was second in the points in the
LIQUI MOLY Junior Cup with more than just a mathematical chance of winning the championship with
eight races left on the schedule. His overall racecraft, with the help of Dale Quarterley’s boot camp style
coaching, improved drastically in 2019. Dallas was able to finish less than a half second behind the
winner in several races and was even able to take the victory ahead of the series points leader in one
race. Dallas had also signed with a major team for American Flat Track racing but could not go pro until
his sixteenth birthday in June. The handshake agreement with our team was that Dallas would compete
in the MotoAmerica series for the championship and do flat track only when the events did not conflict.
Due to a schedule change in the AFT series, Dallas was faced with making a choice on the day prior to
the MotoAmerica event at Sonoma Raceway when I found out about the conflict of AFT at Sacramento
that weekend. The choice for Dallas was to honor our handshake agreement and follow through with
the MotoAmerica Junior Cup Championship chase or to honor a written contract with his other sponsor,
which apparently did not include wording to have MotoAmerica as the default choice in a conflicting situation. At this time there will be three conflicting events. 

Dallas will no doubt have major success in AFT, confirmed by his first pro win in the AFT Singles race in
Peoria in only his third event. He is an extremely talented rider in both disciplines and very mature for
his age. Unfortunately, he will not have the resume that he might have had by finishing at or near the
top of the 2019 MotoAmerica Junior Cup series while getting podium results in his debut pro season of
AFT. I personally truly do wish Dallas the best of success as he has already shown himself to be an
outstanding rider. I’m sure it was a hard decision for him to leave the team and it certainly left a void on
our end with sponsors, comradery and team dynamics. That said, we will continue with our mission
statement of supporting all our riders and working with them to develop the skills they need to get to
the front.

​Project Ninja 400 Raffle Slated To Benefit Roadracing World Action Fund

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​Project Ninja 400 Raffle Slated To Benefit Roadracing World Action Fund

By Michael Gougis

Dee
Ridgeway and Michael Dean met on a street ride several years back, and
continued working together when Ridgeway, a former club racer, started doing
track days again – Dean is a coach at Team Pro-Motion Sportbike. When Dean
wanted to start his own motorcycle operation, Ridgeway helped him in the
specialized world of marketing and data analysis, as well in getting the
business set up.

The
two companies — MAD 4 Motorsports in Delaware and Predictive Analytics Group
in Delaware – have collaborated on a Ninja 400 race/track-day machine that will
be raffled off, with proceeds going to the Roadracing World Action Fund, which raises money to buy and facilitate
deployment of soft barriers (made by Airfence and Alpina) at racetracks around the country.

Entry
into the raffle comes with the purchase of a $40 sticker/decal package, and the
bike will be raffled off within 30 days of 400 packages being sold. The packages
consist of stickers and decals from all of the companies that have contributed
to the product.

Which
is, in a word, amazing.

On
the dyno, the bike makes more than 48 horsepower. It comes with a full
Yoshimura exhaust; Power Commander with ignition module and quickshifter; Vortex
rearsets and lever guards; race bodywork; paint and decals; throttle kit;
windscreen; air filter; seat pad; swingarm spools; GP Suspension fork
cartridges; Penske racing shock; Woodcraft Technologies clip-ons; brake lines;
brake pads and additional aftermarket products that make the bike track-ready.
In addition, it comes with all OEM parts and vouchers for a set of Pirelli
Diablo Rosso 2 tires, a number plate set, and a voucher for an Evolve GT track
day.

The
official statement from Mad 4 Motorsports and Predictive Analytics Group reads:

“Partnering
with well known vendors such as Bauce Racing, Superbike Unlimited, Hustle Hard
Racing Performance, Iconic Motorbikes, and others – MAD 4 Motorsports and
Predictive Analytics Group are offering a giveaway with the purchase of a $40
sticker/decal kit for a 2019 Kawasaki Ninja 400 in race / track trim w/all the
OEM hardware included. Participating vendors are providing product discounts to
decal kit buyers and all giveaway proceeds will be donated to the Roadracing
World Action Fund, Inc. The Project and detailed build Information can be
followed on Mad4Motorsports Facebook and Instagram @Mad4motobikebuild.”

Dean
is a graduate of the Motorcycle Mechanics Institute (MMI) who has worked as a
technician since 2010, and is an accomplished racer as well as a track-day
coach. Ridgeway is a former CCS racer who does track days aboard a Honda
CBR1000RR SP2 and a built 1999 Yamaha YZF-R1, among other machines.

To
enter the drawing, click HERE.

(Above) Case
covers are a good idea for any machine headed for the track, and the Penske
shock handles suspension duties at the rear. 


(Above) Race
bodywork, GP Suspension cartridges, steel braided brake lines and racing brake
pads – the Mad 4 Motorsports/Predictive Analytics Group Kawasaki Ninja 400 is
built to be ready for the track.


(Above) Yoshimura
exhaust and Power Commander help the project Kawasaki Ninja 400 make more than 48
horsepower at the rear wheel. Race
bodywork comes with paint and decal set. Superbike tailsection includes seat
pad.

Jerry Hicks Wins Five UtahSBA Races At Utah Motorsports Campus

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Jerry Hicks Wins Five UtahSBA Races At Utah Motorsports Campus

After a six-week break, the Utah Sport Bike Association Law Tigers Masters of the Mountains Road Racing series was back in action on August 24-25 at Utah Motorsports Campus, East Configuration in Grantsville, UT. With only three more race rounds, the riders are looking to secure their spots in the championship points. The Premier Class points leader, Jerry Hicks, secures his first win in the King of the Mountain Combined class. Hicks also took wins in Heavyweight Superbike, Middleweight Superbike, Open Superbike, and KoM GTU.

Hicks had this to say about his weekend: “I’d say the weekend was bittersweet. I was psyched to take a handful of wins, but I must admit I did have quite a bit of help from others’ misfortune. After working through some setup changes on Saturday, while riding on used tires and regular fuel, I was able to match my personal best lap time. I still had a bit of time to drop to match the times that Kory was doing, but I thought with fresh rubber and race fuel, I’d have a chance to stick with him during Sunday’s races.

On Sunday, I qualified well for the King of the Mountain race, so I was feeling confident. I got a good start in the race and found myself behind Kory with Zac Miller following closely. After a couple of laps, Kory’s clutch was failing, so he let me pass for the lead. From there, I pushed hard to try to break away from Zac, who was a real threat this weekend. Eventually, I got away and was able to take the win. Thank you, Kory, at MotoStation for building me an awesome R6 that can hang with the big bikes and is ridiculously fun to ride. Thanks to the MotoStation team for all the support and camaraderie. Thanks to the UtahSBA for running a great event and putting in so much effort so the rest of us can have a good time. Mostly, thanks to my wife, Carrie for your continued love and support.”

The Deseret Dash Dominator, Zac Miller, has been pushing hard all season and is the current points leader in Deseret Dash Expert. Atop his BMW S1000RR, Miller has shown a strong presence in this class, which is traditionally the biggest grid of the weekend. After winning both Dash races and KoM GTO, Miller had this to say, “On Saturday I focused on solid, consistent lap times and was able to break away from the pack to win both expert Deseret Dash races. The grid for Open Superstock was stacked, and I pushed hard from start to finish, ending up 2nd behind Shane Turpin. It was simply unreal watching Shane rip around the track, while I could still see him of course! Despite Saturday being a complete success, I knew I needed to find more speed for King of the Mountain on Sunday.

Sunday started off with a bang as I qualified on pole for King of the Mountain, and then ended the day with a win in the GTO class of King of the Mountain! Winning that race has been my goal since I started racing in 2017 and it’s absolutely surreal to think I manifested such an accomplishment through hard work, determination and resilience. I owe a big shout out to MotoStation and Kory Cowan for being an invaluable resource, service, and mentor from the very beginning and enabling me to progress the way that I have.”

Novice Racer Jason Grant brought home five more race wins this weekend. Jason is the current points leader in Novice GTU and GTO, Combined GTU and GTO, and Deseret Dash Novice. With 23 podiums including 15 wins, Grant’s riding has been consistent and fast. When asked about his weekend, Grant said, “I was fortunate to race with two of my sons, Liam and Jasper this weekend. We were able to achieve 10 wins and two second place finishes, which was a great feeling! Liam has been racing MotoAmerica Junior Cup starting with the Utah round. This has taken an even bigger sacrifice from my family to allow me to compete this whole season with the UtahSBA. Thank you to my wife Leanne who flew out to support us and made it possible for us to race this weekend. I was extra focused this weekend to make sure I gave my best with all the help she has given me. Thank you also to Ken Hill and the Rickdiculous program for their training and to Geoff Cesmat and MotoStation in Salt Lake City for helping us keep our equipment competitive.”

Round 5, including the Endurance Race will be held September 14–15, 2019 at UMC, Outer Configuration. Registration is open now. Register before September 7, 2019 to receive the early-bird discount rate for Round 5. Visit www.motorsportsreg.com to register now.

The UtahSBA is a Utah Non-Profit dedicated to promoting education, safe riding, and competition in the Intermountain West. You can find more information about the UtahSBA, upcoming events, and schools at www.utahsba.com or find us on Facebook at www.utahsba.com

Harrison Eurosports Combined GTO

1. Jason Grant (Yam YFZ-R6)

2. Helmut Kohler Jr (Yam YFZ-R1)

3. Kellen Birch (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Cole Phillips (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Marshall Miller (BMW S1000RR)

6. Joseph Tapia (Yam YFZ-R6)

The Edge Powersports Deseret Dash 1 (Expert)

1. Zac Miller (BMW S1000RR)

2. Eric Jones (Yam YZF-R1)

3. Bill Davis (BMW S1000RR)

4. Erik Grim (BMW S1000RR)

5. Ryan McGowan (Kaw ZX-10R)

6. Steven Marco (Yam YZF-R1)

The Edge Powersports Deseret Dash 1 (Novice)

1. Jason Grant (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Myroslav Volkov (Kaw ZX-10R)

3. Lee McNutt (Suz GSX-R750)

4. James Kling (Duc 1198)

5. James Riggs (Yam YZF-R1)

6. Peter Hofpointner (Yam YZF-R6)

The Edge Powersports Deseret Dash 2 (Expert)

1. Zac Miller (BMW S1000RR)

2. Eric Jones (Yam YZF-R1)

3. Genaro Lopez (BMW S1000RR)

4. Bill Davis (BMW S1000RR)

5. Steven Marco (Yam YZF-R1)

6. David Meyer (Suz GSX-R1000)

The Edge Powersports Deseret Dash 2 (Novice)

1. Jason Grant (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Lee McNutt (Suz GSX-R750)

3. Myroslav Volkov (Kaw ZX-10R)

4. Adam Kownatka (Kaw ZX-6R)

5. Zack Cooper (Duc 959)

6. James Riggs (Yam YZF-R1)

Trackstar Racing Middleweight Superstock

1. Kinzer Naylor (Kaw ZX-6R)

2. Jason Johnson (Kaw ZX-6R)

3. James Powelson (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Cole Phillips (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Kellen Birch (Yam YZF-R6)

6. Thomas Dark (Suz GSX-R600)

Fastline Race Tire Moto2

1. Shane Turpin (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Kory Cowan (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Kinzer Naylor (Kaw ZX-6R)

4. Jerry Hicks (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Kellen Birch (Yam YZF-R6)

6. James Powelson (Yam YZF-R6)

The Edge Powersports Moto3

1. Liam Grant (Kaw EX400)

2. Brad Moore (Yam YZF-R3)

3. Mark Taylor (Kaw EX500)

4. Jasper Grant (Yam YZF-R3)

5. Russell Carpenter (Kaw EX300)

Inspired Financial Novice GTU

1. Jason Grant (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Peter Hofpointner (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Joseph Tapia (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Benjamin Masters (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Adam Kownatka (Kaw ZX-6R)

6. Darryl Sheets (Yam YZF-R6)

South Valley Motorsports Open Superstock

1. Shane Turpin (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Zac Miller (BMW S1000RR)

3. Kory Cowan (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Jerry Hicks (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Genaro Lopez (BMW S1000RR)

6. Bill Davis (BMW S1000RR)

The Green Pig Pub Open Twins

1. Jason Johnson (Duc 848)

2. Zack Cooper (Duc 959)

3. James Kling (Duc 1198)

4. James Riggs (KTM RC8R)

5. Daniel Egbert (Duc 1199S)

6. Jeff Masters (Yam FZ-07)

Adrenaline Motorsports Production 500 (Race 1)

1. Liam Grant (Kaw EX400)

2. Brad Moore (Yam YZF-R3)

3. David Purcell (Kaw EX400)

4. Jasper Grant (Yam YZF-R3)

5. Russell Carpenter (Kaw EX300)

6. Mark Taylor (Kaw EX500)

Moto United Sportsman (Race 1)

1. Miguel Alamillo (Suz GSX-R750)

2. Russell Carpenter (Kaw EX300)

Kimco Combined GTU

1. Kellen Birch (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Jason Grant (Yam YZF-R6)

3. James Powelson (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Joseph Tapia (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Lee McNutt (Yam YZF-R6)

6. Ryan Podgurney (Kaw ZX-6R)

Harrison Eurosports Formula 40 – GTO

1. Bill Davis (BMW S1000RR)

2. Ryan McGowan (Kaw ZX-10R)

3. Kevin Dolan (Kaw ZX-10R)

4. David Meyer (Suz GSX-R1000)

Harrison Eurosports Formula 40 – GTU

1. Jason Johnson (Kaw ZX-6R)

2. Jason Grant (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Lee McNutt (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Adam Kownatka (Kaw ZX-6R)

LaMonica’s Restaurant Equipment Service Heavyweight Superbike

1. Jerry Hicks (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Kory Cowan (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Kellen Birch (Yam YZF-R6)

4. James Powelson (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Cole Phillips (Yam YZF-R6)

6. Kinzer Naylor (Kaw ZX-6R)

Moto Station / Rickdiculous Racing KOM Overall

1. Jerry Hicks (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Zac Miller (BMW S1000RR)

3. Genaro Lopez (BMW S1000RR)

4. Bill Davis (BMW S1000RR)

5. Duncan Biles (Yam YZF-R1)

6. David Meyer (Suz GSX-R1000)

Moto Station KOM GTO

1. Zac Miller (BMW S1000RR)

2. Genaro Lopez (BMW S1000RR)

3. Bill Davis (BMW S1000RR)

4. Duncan Biles (Yam YZF-R1)

5. David Meyer (Suz GSX-R1000)

6. Kevin Dolan (Kaw ZX-10R)

Rickdiculous Racing KOM GTU

1. Jerry Hicks (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Jason Johnson (Kaw ZX-6R)

3. Thomas Dark (Suz GSX-R600)

AZ Racing Academy Lightweight Superbike

1. Liam Grant (Kaw EX400)

2. Brad Moore (Yam YZF-R3)

3. Jeff Masters (Yam FZ-07)

4. Mark Taylor (Kaw EX500)

Moto Station Middleweight Superbike

1. Jerry Hicks (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Kellen Birch (Yam YZF-R6)

3. James Powelson (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Jason Johnson (Kaw ZX-6R)

The Mechanic Modern Vintage – GTO

1. Kevin Dolan (Suz GSX-R1000)

2. Myroslav Volkov (Kaw ZX-10R)

3. Spencer Kruger (Suz GSX-R750)

4. Lee McNutt (Suz GSX-R750)

5. Mark Taylor (Kaw EX500)

6. Miguel Alamillo (Suz GSX-R750)

The Mechanic Modern Vintage – GTU

1. Joseph Tapia (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Jason Johnson (Kaw ZX-6R)

3. Cole Phillips (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Thomas Dark (Suz GSX-R600)

5. Michael Montgomery (Kaw ZX-6R)

6. Braxton Young (Hon CBR600RR)

Harrison Eurosports Novice GTO

1. Jason Grant (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Myroslav Volkov (Kaw ZX-10R)

3. Joseph Tapia (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Ryan Podgurney (Kaw ZX-6R)

5. Zack Cooper (Duc 959)

6. James Riggs (Yam YZF-R1)

Moto Station Open Superbike

1. Jerry Hicks (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Duncan Biles (Yam YZF-R1)

3. Genaro Lopez (BMW S1000RR)

4. David Meyer (Suz GSX-R1000)

5. Helmut Kohler Jr (Yam YZF-R1)

6. James Peterec (Suz GSX-R1000R)

Wright’s M/C Parts & Accessories Production 300 (Race 2)

1. Jasper Grant (Yam YZF-R3)

2. Russell Carpenter (Kaw EX300)

Adrenaline Motorsports Production 500 (Race 2)

1. Liam Grant (Kaw EX400)

2. David Purcell (Kaw EX400)

3. Brad Moore (Yam YZF-R3)

4. Mark Taylor (Kaw EX500)

5. Jasper Grant (Yam YZF-R3)

6. Russell Carpenter (Kaw EX300)

Moto United Sportsman (Race 2)

1. Miguel Alamillo (Suz GSX-R750)

C&R Coatings Stock 1000

1. Bill Davis (BMW S1000RR)

2. Genaro Lopez (BMW S1000RR)

3. Ryan McGowan (Kaw ZX-10R)

4. Helmut Kohler Jr (Yam YZF-R1)

5. James Peterec (Suz GSX-R1000R)

6. James Kling (Duc 1198)

MotoAmerica: The Final Round Of Press Releases From Pittsburgh International Race Complex

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MotoAmerica: The Final Round Of Press Releases From Pittsburgh International Race Complex

Travis Wyman scores top-five finish despite crash, bike fire at MotoAmerica Championship of Pittsburgh

Weir Everywhere Racing BMW rider endures more tough luck at Pittsburgh International Race Complex

WAMPUM, Pa. — Travis Wyman’s fifth place finish in the Stock 1000 race at the MotoAmerica Championship of Pittsburgh wasn’t the result he’d hoped for, but it took everything he and the Weir Everywhere Racing BMW team had to achieve it.

Despite being the geographically closest track to Wyman’s hometown of Rochester, N.Y., Pittsburgh International Race Complex has been anything by kind to Wyman. As the MotoAmerica series rolled into the western Pennsylvania facility for the Aug. 23-25 event, Wyman and the rest of the team hoped to change his fortunes and better his career-best fifth-place finish at the track. The team was making progress toward that goal until Wyman experienced what he called, “the scariest crash of [his] career. Despite the crash and all the setbacks associated with it, the team worked feverishly to get Wyman back on track and Wyman rewarded their valiant effort with a positive result on a less-than-perfectly set up BMW S 1000 RR.

The weekend started out as well as it could for the team. Wyman posted the fastest time in the Stock 1000 Class’ first practice session on Friday with a 1:45.046 lap around the 2.78-mile, 19-turn circuit. Wyman fell to ninth-fastest in Saturday morning’s practice session as part of the team’s strategy to save its tire allocation for the class’ two qualifying sessions. In Saturday afternoon’s Qualifying 1 session, Wyman posted the eighth-fastest time, and he later had a strong start to Sunday morning’s Qualifying 2.

After coming into the pits midway through Qualifying 2 to get a new rear tire, Wyman experienced a freak crash as he was riding over the Turn 2 hill at about 130 mph. Wyman and his motorcycle slid down the asphalt track about 500 feet and some excess fuel in the bike’s exhaust system caught fire when Wyman tried to restart the bike. Fortunately, the BMW was not severely damaged, which gave the team the opportunity to repair it for the Sunday afternoon race.

During the about four hours between the end of Qualifying 2 and the start of the race, the team worked feverishly to fabricate several parts and prep and replace damaged bodywork. Repairs were completed just in time for Wyman to make it to the Stock 1000 starting grid. In the race, Wyman got one of the best starts of his 2019 season, but the damage to the S 1000 RR threw off some aspects of the BMW’s set up. Wyman rode as hard as he could on untested, freshly repaired machine to a fifth-place finish.

The MotoAmerica series is back in action Sept. 7-8 at New Jersey Motorsports Park in Millville, N.J. Wyman showed off his wet-weather racing skills at the 2.25-mile Thunderbolt road course last year, recording a second-place finish in the Stock 1000 race.

Travis Wyman / #24

“The team and I entered the weekend knowing luck hasn’t been on our side at this track, and I’m grateful for the effort they put in to get me back out on track for Sunday’s race. We started off the weekend strong and decided to save one of our fresh rear tires for Qualifying 2. The bike felt good from the first lap I rode it and it just kept getting better until the crash. I was feeling the best I’ve felt on our BMW S 1000 RR when I came into the pits in Qualifying 2. I was just starting my out lap when the front end tucked really quickly as I was exiting Turn 2. I slid down the track from the exit of Turn 2 along the downhill-then-uphill straightaway all the way to the braking markers for Turn 3. I came off the bike on my stomach and had to flip myself onto my back while sliding when I felt my leathers getting really hot. My team did an amazing job getting our S 1000 RR repaired in time for the race. The crash changed the way the bike handled a little bit, so I rode a conservative race to make sure I rewarded the team with the best finish I could manage. Despite the setbacks, we’re leaving PittRace with some good points and the confidence that we can overcome whatever our back luck throws at us.”

Ryan Jones Wins ASRA National Sprints And CCS Regional Races At Roebling Road Raceway

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Ryan Jones Wins ASRA National Sprints And CCS Regional Races At Roebling Road Raceway

Jones Wins Unlimited Grand Prix Twin Sprints, Melka Leads In Points

ASRA & CCS Southeast/Florida Regions

Roebling Road Raceway, Bloomingdale, GA

August 24-25, 2019

Ryan Jones won both runnings of the Expert Unlimited Grand Prix race at Roebling Road Raceway during the Championship Cup Series Southeast and Florida regional twin sprints weekend event Featuring AMA Sanctioned ASRA Sprints Presented by Pirelli Tire. Jones was out front early on his Seven West Racing BMW S1000RR in both Saturday and Sunday’s Unlimited Grand Prix races to take the checkered flag without much challenge. Jones led the way to the checkered flag during Race 1, finishing ahead of Gregory Ludt on his BMW S1000RR, and David Loikits on his Suzuki GSX-R1000. The grid for Race 2 on Sunday provided some competitor changes, and a lighter showing with Jones claiming victory in the final race of the weekend with Ludt finishing second and Jon Foy third on his Suzuki GSX-R1000.

Jones’ first win of the weekend was a bit more dramatic as he started the 25 minute-long GTU race on his Kawasaki ZX-6R, well after the rest of the field, and systematically passed each rider to make his way to the front and take the first win of the weekend, setting the pace for the rest of the event. Jones claimed seven victories during the event also winning the ASRA Sportbike, ASRA Superstock, and both of the Middleweight Supersport races.

Jones currently sits second in Overall Points for the CCS Southeast region, behind Greg Melka, who has a 96 point gap over Jones. Jones is continuing in his efforts to claim the Number One plate as Overall Points Leader in three regions. He is currently ahead in points in both the Atlantic, and Mid-Atlantic regions. He is thankful for all his supporters, including Pirelli Tires, GochiTech, Ride On Moto, Shoei, and Valley Cycle Center.

Greg Melka was the second winningest expert of the weekend with twin victories in the Middleweight Superbike, Middleweight Grand Prix, Heavyweight Superbike and Heavyweight Supersport classes on his not-so-twin pair of Yamaha YZF-R6’s.

“Having entered 10 races over the two days, even riding a dirt bike in the woods four or more days a week was going to test my endurance,” stated Melka. “And with occasional MotoAmerica racer, Ryan “Scooter” Jones, coming down to continue our battle for the overall South East championship, I knew I was in for a challenge. He and I had four races together, and we split the wins over the two days, but I was able to set the outright fastest lap of the day on Saturday (of any class including the unlimited classes) in my first race, a 1:13.07 in Middleweight Superbike, bettering my previous best time by 0.2 seconds. And as said before, I got that first win against Ryan to hopefully set the tone for the weekend. However he took the next two wins in both Middleweight Supersport classes. But I was able to book-end my weekend against him in my last race of the day on Sunday, and rip the outright fastest lap of the entire weekend, of any class, with a lap time of 1:12.57 on lap two. I then backed that up on lap three with a 1:12.61 . It’s not a track record, nor even a 600cc track record, but it shattered my personal best time by over half a second. So along with a few minor changes to the bikes that mechanic AJ Horne and I decided to try, it was a clear testament to how good the just released Michelin Power Performance tires are.”

“I won the other six races entered on the weekend,” Melka continued. “But without Ryan in these races, I was able to lay off the starts, back the pace down, and have some fun with the other racers, mixing it up a bit with some newer experts, and even some of the amateur racers, doing some ‘mid-race coaching,’ as it were. I was told by many it was fun for all, so that was pretty cool to be able to do instead of just push out front by myself.”

Ever grateful to his sponsors, Melka concluded, “As always, thanks to Rob Walker and Michelin Tires and our track side tire vendors, Arai Helmets, AJ Horne and Jordan Strange at Squid Hunter Racing, Syed Leathers, EBC brakes, Thermosman Suspensions, Silkolene Oil, Engine Ice, Heroic gloves, Sidi boots, Century Design Graphics, Core Moto, Axis Powersports at Croom, Ryno Power sports supplements, and everyone at CCS for continuing to give us a place to race.”

Roger Morissette was the winningest racer of the weekend, dominating the lightweight and smaller bike classes and racking up nine first place finishes on his Suzuki SV650 and Yamaha YZF-R3. Morissette won the ASRA Moto 3, Lightweight Grand Prix, Combined Middleweight Classic, and twin runs of the Moto 3, Lightweight Superbike, Ultralight Superbike.

The next round for the CCS Atlantic region is scheduled for Aug 31 – Sep 1st at New Jersey Motorsports Park. ASRA racers will meet again to compete Sep 21-22nd at Blackhawk Farms. The Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions will meet again at VIR Sep 14-15th, and will include the ASRA Team Challenge race. And, the Florida region is scheduled to compete next at Homestead-Miami Speedway September 28-29th.

Full race results, lap times, points standings, and remaining 2019 season schedules for the Championship Cup Series, ASRA, and ASRA Team Challenge Series, and any and all information on past and future events for all series and regions are available online at: www.ccsracing.us.

Podcast: Greg’s Garage Pod With Co-Host Jason Pridmore Episode 46 Is Now Available

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Podcast: Greg’s Garage Pod With Co-Host Jason Pridmore Episode 46 Is Now Available

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

MotoGP – We review the British MotoGP from Silverstone with talks about MotoGP, Moto2, and Moto3!

MotoGP – American Brandon Paasch raced his first MotoGP, Moto3 race as a wild card, and we talk with him about his experience!

MotoAmerica – We review Round 8 from PittRace in Pennsylvania.

MotoAmerica – We talk with Superbike star Garrett Gerloff about his break out Superbike season.

News – MotoGP 2020 Calendar is out, MotoAmerica to The Ridge for 2020, Motocross season is over and more!

Race Cal for this weekend.

Moto3 World Championship: American Brandon Paasch Happy With Outcome Of Wild Card Ride At Silverstone

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Moto3 World Championship: American Brandon Paasch Happy With Outcome Of Wild Card Ride At Silverstone

American Brandon Paasch raced as a wild card in the FIM
Moto3 World Championship event August 23-25 at the Silverstone Circuit, in
England, and although he didn’t score any points he says he met his goals, learned
a lot, and had fun during the weekend.

“It was my idea,” said 18-year-old Paasch, when asked how
the concept of him racing as a wild card in Moto3 at Silverston came about. “I
had been watching during the past few years and whoever is usually leading the
[British Motostar/Moto3] Championship usually does a wild card. I didn’t really
know how it worked, but I said, ‘Hey, is there any way I can get in on this?’”

Paasch, who rides for FPW Racing in the Moto3 equivalent
class in the British Superbike Championship, British Motostar, was leading the point
standings up until the most recent round, August 16-18 at Cadwell Park. There,
Paasch crashed out of both races and dropped out of the Championship lead.

“That was kind of an unlucky weekend,” said Paasch. “I felt
good all weekend and I was riding well all weekend. Through practice and
qualifying I was thinking, ‘Man, this is the best I’ve ever felt on this bike.’
I don’t know. I just had two terrible races.”

Paasch and his team went from the tight and twisty Cadwell Park
to the vast and fast Silverstone Circuit, where they set up on the Wednesday
prior to the event.

“I had the new rider’s meeting on Wednesday,” said Paasch. “It
was one guy from FIM and Freddie Spencer, and they went over the rules and
procedures. I did a couple of races in the Junior World Championship, so it
wasn’t too difficult for me to figure out.

“On Thursday I had to do a lot of press stuff with Dorna,
interviews and photos. Just walking through the paddock with my leathers on so
many people stopped me. It was unreal. I haven’t signed that many autographs in
the past three years combined. It was crazy.

“Then on Friday it hit me like, ‘Wow! This is really
happening.’”

Paasch said he had ridden on the Grand Prix circuit at
Silverstone before and had even done a track day recently to get a feel for the
new pavement, but what he wasn’t expecting was to have to adapt to different
tires.

“We run Dunlops in the British Championship and I thought
they would be exactly the same,” said Paasch, “but they were actually quite a
bit different and they took a bit of getting used to. They didn’t have any
Medium-compound tires like we use in the UK, but they had Softs and Hards.

“My bike is a 2018-spec KTM. So in theory it shouldn’t be
much slower than the newer [2019] bikes, but then we added me on the bike. I
don’t like using it as an excuse, but it is a fact that my weight does come
into play on these little bikes. I weigh 155 pounds and all of these other guys
are like 130-135 pounds and some are closer to 100 pounds, so it’s a big
difference. I found that out.

“On a lap with a little slipstream I did 222 kph [138 mph] down
the straight, and the fastest speed was 232 kph [144 mph] down the straight. So
it was almost 10 kph [6 mph] some laps. So it does make a difference.”

Asked what his goals were heading into the weekend, Paasch
said, “I set the goals of: Don’t finish last, improve every time I got out, and
improve the bike as much as I can for the rest of the season. We’ve been
struggling a little bit in the British Championship finding our setup, so I
really wanted to focus on finding a setup for our bike that we could bring back
to BSB.”

In Free Practice One (FP1), Paasch was 29th out
of 31 with a 2:16.057, which was 4.6 seconds behind the fastest rider, Tony
Arbolino.

In FP2, Paasch was 31st with a slower 2:16.093,
but he was only 3.9 seconds behind the session leader, Albert Arenas.

In FP3, Paasch improved to 2:15.857, which was 4.0 seconds
slower than Arbolino, the quickest rider in that session.

Then in qualifying, Paasch improved again to 2:14.742, which
put him 30th on the 31-rider grid and only 3.1 seconds behind pole
sitter Arbolino.

“I qualified second-to-last, but it was still better than
being last on the grid,” said Paasch, laughing. “In the race, I thought that I
could hang with the next group in front of me, but I got pushed off the track
on the first lap and kind of lost the draft.

“During the first four or five laps, I was maintaining the
gap to the group in front of me. I wasn’t catching them, but they weren’t
pulling away. But I was sitting in No Man’s Land all by myself with no
slipstream. And then after six laps or so, they started working with each other
instead of battling and they started pulling away little by little. Before I
knew it, I couldn’t see them anymore.”

Paasch ended up finishing a lonely 29thout of 31
starters, 63.9 seconds behind race winner Marcos Ramirez.

“Technically I didn’t finish last, but in my mind I did
finish last. These guys are just on another level,” said Paasch. “But it was still
probably the most fun I’ve had on a race weekend ever.

“And we fixed a couple of big issues I’ve been having with
the bike. I’ve been struggling with confidence on the front end, and throughout
the practices and qualifying we spent most of our time working on that. We
tried something, and it ended up working really well.”

Paasch said he hopes that what he learned about his bike
setup will help him regain the point lead during the final four rounds and
eight races of 2019 and become the first American to win the British Motostar
Championship.

More, from a press release issued by Brandon Paasch’s publicist:

BRANDON PAASCH FIRST US RIDER TO TAKE CHECKERED FLAG IN MOTO3 AT MOTOGP GOPRO BRITISH GP

Brandon Paasch and FPW Racing completed a successful and historic weekend at the Silverstone Circuit, taking their KTM Moto3 GP race bike to the checkered flag in the GoPro British GP Moto3 class. Running during one of the hottest weekends on record for Britain, Brandon became the first US rider to ever qualify for and complete a Moto3 race in the modern MotoGP series.

After three practices and a fast qualifying session, the team was ready for the Moto3 race Sunday. A couple adjustments in warm up provided a bit more stability for the KTM, and Brandon felt confident on getting a strong start. When the lights went out, he tagged onto the group of riders in front of him and was able to stay in the group for the first couple laps. On Lap 3, Brandon turned his personal best lap of the whole weekend and continued to dice with the group of riders. Unfortunately, a rider just ahead caught a false neutral in one of the fast right-handers, and, as Brandon swept around the outside to pass, the rider found the gear, drove under Brandon, and forced him wide off the track. At that point, the tow from the group was broken and he was forced to run a lonely race to the end. But Brandon never quit, and he became the first ever US rider to complete a Moto3 race.

“Man, that was probably the most physically demanding race I’ve ever run in my life. More than any endurance race I’ve done, even more than Daytona. The pace was very high, and the heat was almost ridiculous. My legs were on fire, and the tires got overheated a little over halfway through the race. At the end, I was just focusing on keeping the bike upright and hitting my marks to make it to the finish. I knew my biggest challenge this weekend was racing against the best Moto3 riders in the world, and I knew I would be pushing my limits beyond anything I had done before. But I, and the whole team, came here ready to do the job, and we proved that we could do it. We deserved to be here.

“I’m really proud of what I’ve done, being the first American to race in Moto3. It’s been a lot of hard work over the past ten years, and I’ve had a lot of help from some great people and sponsors. The team and I got a lot of press and social media coverage during the weekend, which I believe will help future US riders find opportunities overseas. It’s still my goal to be in MotoGP, and I know I’m helping to carve a path for other US riders to follow.

“I have to say a huge thanks to Adrian, Sarah, Andy, Dave, Joe and Greg from FPW Racing. You all faced as big a challenge as I did on the track, and I really appreciate your hard work to set up the bike and get me out on the track. Big thanks also to all my sponsors, especially to the ones that showed up at Silverstone to help in the garage and cheer me on during the race – Paul, Scott, Dave, Michael, JJ, Eric, Brad and many more. It seems like we had people coming from all around the world to drop by the garage. Thanks to DORNA and IRTA, and thanks to the teams that invited me into their garages to give me some advice and answer my questions. Thanks to Arai and Spidi for keeping me safe, and SL Graphics for the sick paintjob on my lid. To everyone that supported me from back in the USA – thanks very much! I hope I can give you more to cheer about when I get back to BSB Moto3 – stay tuned!” (Brandon Paasch)

“Brandon and the whole team have a lot to be proud of from this weekend. They all worked very hard and faced the big challenges at the track with determination and drive. I’m very happy with our results, as it was a big learning curve for all of us, and we knew the pace would be very fast. The heat affected everyone, so there was nothing to do about that. But we looked at everything very carefully after every session, and for Brandon to improve every session and cut off a couple of seconds from the first time out just shows that we were able to keep in the mix. I’m looking forward to a bit of a break, but I’m already planning our attack back in BSB Moto3 to get back on top of the championship. Thanks to everyone that helped us out this weekend, as we couldn’t have done it without you.” (Adrian Mason, Team Owner)

The next HEL Performance Motostar British Championship round will run Sept 6-8 at Oulton Park. Trailing the leader by just 7 points in the championship, Brandon and the team are eager to take the experience and confidence from the British GP and get back on top of the leaderboard. Supporters and Fans can watch live timing and listen to the commentary at www.britishsuperbike.com or on the Bennetts British Superbike app, available in the Apple App Store and Google Play.

Subscribe and follow Brandon and FPW Racing on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter:

– YouTube: search for Brandon Paasch and subscribe to his channel

– Facebook: @BrandonPaasch facebook.com/BrandonPaasch/ www.facebook.com/FPWRacing/

– Instagram: instagram.com/brandon_paasch instagram.com/fpwracing/

– Twitter: @PaaschBrandon @fpwracing

– Hashtags: #SendItBP2019 #PaaschFPWRacing

Brandon Paasch is sponsored by Electronic Concepts, luxeStar VIP, Classic Car Club of Manhattan, NJMiniGP, Evolve GT, BJT Mechanical, The Three Horseshoes Pub, DRH, OTF, Arai, and Spidi. Coaching and training provided by Birdhouse Training.

FPW Racing is an amalgamation of the Fireplace Warehouse and several like-minded bike enthusiasts to support one common goal – to establish young riders and to give them a leg up in their racing careers. FPW Racing is sponsored by The Fireplace Warehouse, Motul, Pro Bolt, Hel, Regina, Jennings Race Products. For more information, visit us at www.fpwracing.co.uk

Motogladiator Race Results From NC Bike

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Motogladiator Race Results From NC Bike

Motogladiator

NC Bike

Garysburg, NC

August 25, 2019

Race Results:

Superbike (390cc) Expert:

1. Will Moore, Jr. (Kaw Ninja 300)

2. Richard Bell (Yam YZF-R3)

3. Brian Freedman (Kaw Ninja 300)

4. Matt Lamb (Kaw Ninja 300)

5. Katie Lindsey (Yam YZF-R3)

6. Mark Lienhard (Kaw Ninja 300)

Superbike (390cc) Amateur:

1. Scott Fallen (Kaw Ninja 300)

2. Lauren Stacy (Kaw Ninja 300)

3. Craig McCabe (Kaw Ninja 300)


Ninja (400cc) Expert:

1. Mikayla Moore (Kaw Ninja 400)

2. Alex Vaipan (Kaw Ninja 400)

3. Will Moore, Sr. (Kaw Ninja 400)


Ninja (400cc) Amateur:

1. Charles Sanders (Kaw Ninja 400)


Superstock (300cc) Expert:

1. Will Moore, Jr. (Kaw Ninja 300)

2. Richard Bell (Yam YZF-R3)

3. Brian Freedman (Kaw Ninja 300)

4. Mark Lienhard (Kaw Ninja 300)


Superstock (300cc) Amateur:

1. Scott Fallen (Kaw Ninja 300)

2. Craig McCabe (Kaw Ninja 300)

3.Benjamin Warren (Kaw Ninja 300)

4. Sotos Patistas (Yam YZF-R3)

Supermoto Amateur:

1. Rob Weston (Yam WR450)

2. Sarah Lamb (Yam WR450)

MotoAmerica: More On Racing At Ridge Motorsports Park In 2020

The Ridge Motorsports Park Set To Host MotoAmerica In 2020

MotoAmerica To Race At Track In The Pacific Northwest In June

COSTA MESA, CA (August 29, 2019) – MotoAmerica is thrilled to announce that the 2020 MotoAmerica Series will for the first time feature a round in the Pacific Northwest, with the three-day event set to take place at the Ridge Motorsports Park, which is located southwest of Seattle, Washington, June 26-28.

The 2020 MotoAmerica Series will visit the Pacific Northwest in June with all five classes set to compete at the Ridge Motorsports Park.

The rest of the provisional 2020 MotoAmerica schedule will be announced shortly.

The Ridge Motorsports Park racetrack was designed by Steve Crawford, the man who also designed Thunderhill Raceway Park in Northern California and it’s nestled in a truly picturesque portion of Washington State with views of Mt. Rainier and Mt. St. Helens. The circuit blend with its surroundings and features 16 turns with over 300 feet of elevation, including a 50-foot plunge down the Ridge Complex. The Ridge opened in 2011 but has recently undergone upgrades to allow it to host large spectator events, such as MotoAmerica.

The track is centrally located in Shelton, Washington, roughly 90 miles from Seattle, 140 miles from Portland, Oregon and 60 miles from Tacoma, Washington in Mason County. Having a round at The Ridge will also please MotoAmerica’s Canadian fans as it is just a four-hour drive down the I-5 from Vancouver, British Columbia.

“We’re excited to be taking the MotoAmerica Series to the Pacific Northwest next year,” said MotoAmerica President Wayne Rainey. “We know we have a lot of fans up there who haven’t had the chance to see Superbike racing up close in a long, long time. This is going to be a great event and Tracie Schmitt and the staff at the Ridge Motorsports Park have welcomed us with open arms and are as excited as we are that we are going to be racing at their track. We know our riders, teams and fans will enjoy the circuit and the surrounding area. Riders always like the challenge of a new circuit and the layout looks to have very fast and technical sections that will be exciting for them to race on. It’s a beautiful place and it promises to have great racing. We can’t wait to get there in June.”

“This is a big moment not only for Ridge Motorsports Park, but for the Shelton, Washington, community,” said Tracie Schmitt, the general manager of Ridge Motorsports Park. “MotoAmerica will be the first nationally televised event for this young facility and the first nationally televised road course event that’s been held in Washington state in decades. We are proud of the relationship we’ve built with the MotoAmerica team. To finally make the announcement of the MotoAmerica Komatsu Superbike Championship at Ridge Motorsports Park is an exciting moment for everyone involved.”

The Ridge Motorsports Park has been undergoing constant improvement and a grand opening of its 9800-square-foot Performance Center is scheduled for September. Additionally, a spectator bridge will be constructed, among other on-going projects prior to MotoAmerica’s event in June of next year.

“Expansion projects to support the growth of the facility and the MotoAmerica Komatsu Superbike Championship at Ridge Motorsports Park have been strategically scheduled to ensure a successful completion before the June 26-28 event,” Schmitt said. “Pit entrance will be extended to provide additional track surface supporting the transition from turn 15 to 16; design has been completed to add another creative element to the already nationally recognized 2.47-mile road course; 100,000 square feet of paddock space will be added to tie in the current paddock to the pedestrian bridge; and a newly designed facility entrance is planned and the final highlight will include the new grandstands being installed to create the extreme fan experience from each viewpoint on the property. The recent teaser announcement of Ridge Motorsports Park being added to the already successful MotoAmerica schedule, has had an overwhelming response from the fans. This is going to be a great event.”

About MotoAmerica

MotoAmerica is the North American road racing series created in 2014 that is home to the AMA Superbike Championship. MotoAmerica is an affiliate of KRAVE Group LLC, a partnership that includes 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 on MotoAmerica, visit www.MotoAmerica.com. Also make sure to follow MotoAmerica on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

Suzuki’s New Katana Arrives In The U.S. In November, Plus New V-Strom 650XT Adventure Announced Along With Returning Models For 2020

A Suzuki Icon Returns to American Soil

Legendary KATANA Arrives in the U.S. Along with New V-Strom 650XT Adventure and Other Returning 2020 Models

Brea, CA (August 29, 2019) – After the dramatic and cutting edge unveiling that enthralled the industry during the International Motorcycle Shows (IMS) in Long Beach and New York, enthusiasts everywhere have been eager for details about the U.S. arrival of the new KATANA. Today, Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (SMAI) is excited to announce the new 2020 KATANA will officially arrive on American soil in two color schemes, adding a new Solid Black along with the Metallic Mystic Silver color that matches the look of the original 1982 version, and will be available in dealers this November at a price of $13,499.

Paying tribute to the original Katana while embracing its Japanese culture with key styling cues, the new KATANA combines its breathtaking look with modern, liter-class sportbike performance and a neo-retro flair that is ready to make its mark on the streets. This stunning motorcycle will attract a variety of riders, especially those who value owning a unique motorcycle that delivers an exciting riding experience and to seasoned riders who fondly remember the original Katana and will want their new KATANA ride linked to history.

In addition to the return of an icon, Suzuki also debuts a new V-Strom 650XT Adventure model for 2020 that comes equipped with high-quality, adventure-ready accessories. Plus, other 2020 carryover Street, Sport, Cruiser, DualSport, and Scooter models return with new colors and graphics to bring style along on every Suzuki ride.


2020 Suzuki KATANA
MSRP $13,499
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in November 2019

The KATANA

Through its products, Suzuki has embraced its Japanese heritage and has found opportunities to celebrate beautiful, unique aspects of its society and nature. The new KATANA faithfully honors that commitment while finding a bold new expression for Suzuki technology and styling. The KATANA blends the proven performance of a long-stroke GSX-R1000 engine, the solid stability of the GSX-S1000 chassis, and an ergonomically comfortable riding position. The KATANA’s dramatic bodywork rests upon a twin-spar, aluminum alloy frame, and Superbike-type braced swingarm that provides great road holding performance.


2020 V-Strom Models

Renowned for versatility, reliability, and value, Suzuki’s V-Strom 650 models have attracted scores of riders who use their motorcycles for touring, commuting, or just a fun ride.

2020 Suzuki V-Strom 650XT Adventure
MSRP $10,399
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in November 2019

Ready to take on any journey that gets thrown its way is the new V-Strom 650XT Adventure. The latest addition to the V-Strom family arrives with exquisite Pearl Vigor Blue bodywork and adventure-ready tubeless-spoke wheels, aluminum panniers, rugged accessory bar, handlebar cross brace and mirror extensions. The V-Strom 650XT Adventure is so ready to travel, riders just need to add a map.

2020 Suzuki V-Strom 650
MSRP $8,799
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in October 2019

Returning for 2020, the standard V-Strom 650 steps in with a new Solid Iron Gray paint scheme while the V-Strom 650XT in Glass Sparkle Black shows off its tubeless, spoke-style wheels with gold-anodized rims

2020 Suzuki V-Strom 650XT
MSRP $9,299
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in October 2019


2020 Hayabusa

2020 Suzuki Hayabusa
MSRP $14,799
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in October 2019

The Hayabusa continues to be the ultimate sportbike, revered by riders and the Powersports Industry alike. The Hayabusa’s stunning acceleration and crisp throttle response is a preview of the bike’s top-end charge and astounding speed potential. For 2020, the falcon-inspired Hayabusa arrives at Suzuki dealers with new Candy Daring Red and Metallic Thunder Gray colors on its sleek, aerodynamic bodywork. Under that deep paint the 1340ccm four-cylinder, DOHC engine provides smooth, electric-like power. Thanks to a lightweight and rigid twin-spar aluminum frame and state-of-the-art-suspension, the Hayabusa delivers impressive handling, proving exceptional control in tight corners and a smooth ride on the highway.


2020 Sportbikes

Born from Suzuki’s commitment to engineering excellence and performance, the GSX-R1000 continues to Own the Racetrack and remains the winningest bike in AMA/MotoAmerica Superbike history.

2020 Suzuki GSX-R1000R
MSRP $17,699
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in December 2019

The 2020 GSX-R1000R brings top-shelf Showa BFF suspension, adjustable swingarm pivot and stainless steel front brake lines in addition to its suite of electronic rider aids that includes a bidirectional quick shifter, multi-level traction control, adjustable power levels, and launch control. The 2020 GSX-R1000 employs the same potent engine, frame and brakes while using a Showa Big Piston Fork, along with a standard bi-directional quick shift system that benefits street riding or track day action. 2020 Suzuki GSX-R1000R

2020 Suzuki GSX-R1000
MSRP $15,599
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in December 2019


Suzuki’s other Supersport superstars, the GSX-R750 and GSX-R600, return to the 2020 lineup with colors and graphics packages that are as sharp as their handling.

2020 Suzuki GSX-R750
MSRP $12,499
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in October 2019

2020 Suzuki GSX-R600
MSRP $11,399
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in December 2019


The 2020 Suzuki GSX250R remains the smart choice in the lightweight, sportbike class with new colors to take on the street. It blends performance, comfort, style, reliability, and value along with its sibling GSX250R ABS model that matches its stopping power to the roads available traction with its anti-lock brakes.

2020 Suzuki GSX250R ABS
MSRP $4,899
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in September 2019


2020 GSX-S Models

The GSX-S model lineup is far beyond standard. Each of these naked sportbikes for 2020 pulses with the soul of a Supersport GSX-R powerplant while having the chassis and ergonomics that can handle any type of rider preference.

2020 Suzuki GSX-S750 ABS
MSRP $8,899
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in October 2019

The GSX-S750 models inherit their heart and soul from Suzuki’s MotoGP race experience and the 30-year heritage of the GSX-R750. With strong, torque-rich engine power and a suite of rider-assist features, both the GSX-S750 and the GSX-S750 ABS are ready to capture hearts and turn heads as the performance leader in its class.

2020 SV Models

2020 Suzuki SV650X
MSRP $8,399
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in November 2019

Announced just last year and quickly becoming a leader in the Suzuki lineup, the SV650X returns after capturing the attention of riders with its versatile V-twin engine and café racer-styled personality. The SV650X rolls again in 2020 with new Glass Sparkle Black paint, a headlight cowl and frame covers that mimic a half-fairing, a sporty riding position with clip-on handlebars, and a pair of four-piston front brake calipers that deliver racetrack caliber stopping performance.

2020 Suzuki SV650
MSRP $7,099
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in November 2019

The SV650 and SV650 ABS are also back with new, contrasting body and frame colors. Whether equipped with conventional handlebars or clip-on’s like the SV650X, each SV-model is the fastest way to pure, sportbike fun.


2020 DualSport & SuperMoto Models

2020 Suzuki DR200S
MSRP $4,649
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in October 2019


For riders who love bikes with versatility or listen for the call of the wild, Suzuki’s DualSport machines deliver comfort on the street, control off the beaten path, and full command everywhere in between. Joining the 2020 DR650S that was announced earlier this summer, the DR-Z400S and DR200S join Suzuki’s DualSport lineup with new colors and graphics, adding more personality to their renowned reliability, strong on and off-road performance and unmatched value.

2020 Suzuki DR-Z400S
MSRP $6,799
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in October 2019

Suzuki’s SuperMoto DR-Z400SM delivers unmatched pavement excitement and fun with its off-road soul. The bike’s 398cc liquid-cooled, four-stroke engine propels a nimble chassis that has an MX-style inverted fork, large diameter floating front brake rotor, and wide, spoke-style wheels with high-grip sportbike rubber to deliver an exhilarating riding experience.

2020 Suzuki DR-Z400SM
MSRP $7,399
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in October 2019


2020 Cruiser Models

Ranging from a powerful 109 cubic inch muscle cruiser that rumbles with some of the largest pistons of any production motorcycle to a pair of classically styled, 805cc V-twin cruisers with unequalled comfort the Boulevards are as impressive as their look, reliability, and value.

2020 Suzuki Boulevard M109R B.O.S.S.
MSRP $15,199
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in October 2019

The dark and muscular M109R B.O.S.S. hits the road in 2020 with new Pearl Glacier White/Glass Sparkle Black or Metallic Gray/Glass Sparkle Black color schemes that showcase its powerful V-twin engine. The Boulevard C50 and C50T return with new paint work that stamps a bold impression on traditional cruiser styling whether in town or on the open highway. The C50’s Candy Daring Red paint turns heads as its travel-ready sibling, the C50T, is engineered for rider and passenger comfort with its easily removable windshield, leather-texture saddlebags, and a passenger backrest that’s studded to match the rider and passenger seats. Both C50’s roll on classic spoke-style wheels with wide whitewalls adding the right look to the C50T’s Metallic Gray paint.

2020 Suzuki Boulevard C50T
MSRP $9,599
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in September 2019

2020 Suzuki Boulevard C50
MSRP $8,299
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in September 2019


2020 Scooter Models

2020 Suzuki Burgman 200

MSRP $4,999
Arriving at Suzuki dealers in September 2019

Suzuki’s compact Burgman 200 draws admiration as it continues to set convenience and performance standards for scooters while solidifying its reputation for unmatched luxury and quality. Arriving for 2020 with a Pearl Brilliant White bodywork, the Burgman 200 covers a fuel efficient engine tuned for optimal commuting performance. Its plush, comfortable riding accommodations plus the storage and features rack up more miles when the work week ends. 

MotoAmerica: More On Dallas Daniels’ Departure From Quarterley Racing/On Track Development

Explanation Concerning Dallas Daniels’ Departure from the Quarterley Racing On Track Development
Team 

As our team has moved forward with the new lineup of riders, a lot of questions have come up regarding
the departure of Dallas Daniels, who was second in the MotoAmerica LIQUI MOLY Junior Cup points
standings prior to leaving the team just before the round at Sonoma Raceway. 

From Bob Robbins, Quarterley Racing On Track Development team co-owner: 

Dallas Daniels was our star development rider leading up to Sonoma and was second in the points in the
LIQUI MOLY Junior Cup with more than just a mathematical chance of winning the championship with
eight races left on the schedule. His overall racecraft, with the help of Dale Quarterley’s boot camp style
coaching, improved drastically in 2019. Dallas was able to finish less than a half second behind the
winner in several races and was even able to take the victory ahead of the series points leader in one
race. Dallas had also signed with a major team for American Flat Track racing but could not go pro until
his sixteenth birthday in June. The handshake agreement with our team was that Dallas would compete
in the MotoAmerica series for the championship and do flat track only when the events did not conflict.
Due to a schedule change in the AFT series, Dallas was faced with making a choice on the day prior to
the MotoAmerica event at Sonoma Raceway when I found out about the conflict of AFT at Sacramento
that weekend. The choice for Dallas was to honor our handshake agreement and follow through with
the MotoAmerica Junior Cup Championship chase or to honor a written contract with his other sponsor,
which apparently did not include wording to have MotoAmerica as the default choice in a conflicting situation. At this time there will be three conflicting events. 

Dallas will no doubt have major success in AFT, confirmed by his first pro win in the AFT Singles race in
Peoria in only his third event. He is an extremely talented rider in both disciplines and very mature for
his age. Unfortunately, he will not have the resume that he might have had by finishing at or near the
top of the 2019 MotoAmerica Junior Cup series while getting podium results in his debut pro season of
AFT. I personally truly do wish Dallas the best of success as he has already shown himself to be an
outstanding rider. I’m sure it was a hard decision for him to leave the team and it certainly left a void on
our end with sponsors, comradery and team dynamics. That said, we will continue with our mission
statement of supporting all our riders and working with them to develop the skills they need to get to
the front.

​Project Ninja 400 Raffle Slated To Benefit Roadracing World Action Fund

By Michael Gougis

Dee
Ridgeway and Michael Dean met on a street ride several years back, and
continued working together when Ridgeway, a former club racer, started doing
track days again – Dean is a coach at Team Pro-Motion Sportbike. When Dean
wanted to start his own motorcycle operation, Ridgeway helped him in the
specialized world of marketing and data analysis, as well in getting the
business set up.

The
two companies — MAD 4 Motorsports in Delaware and Predictive Analytics Group
in Delaware – have collaborated on a Ninja 400 race/track-day machine that will
be raffled off, with proceeds going to the Roadracing World Action Fund, which raises money to buy and facilitate
deployment of soft barriers (made by Airfence and Alpina) at racetracks around the country.

Entry
into the raffle comes with the purchase of a $40 sticker/decal package, and the
bike will be raffled off within 30 days of 400 packages being sold. The packages
consist of stickers and decals from all of the companies that have contributed
to the product.

Which
is, in a word, amazing.

On
the dyno, the bike makes more than 48 horsepower. It comes with a full
Yoshimura exhaust; Power Commander with ignition module and quickshifter; Vortex
rearsets and lever guards; race bodywork; paint and decals; throttle kit;
windscreen; air filter; seat pad; swingarm spools; GP Suspension fork
cartridges; Penske racing shock; Woodcraft Technologies clip-ons; brake lines;
brake pads and additional aftermarket products that make the bike track-ready.
In addition, it comes with all OEM parts and vouchers for a set of Pirelli
Diablo Rosso 2 tires, a number plate set, and a voucher for an Evolve GT track
day.

The
official statement from Mad 4 Motorsports and Predictive Analytics Group reads:

“Partnering
with well known vendors such as Bauce Racing, Superbike Unlimited, Hustle Hard
Racing Performance, Iconic Motorbikes, and others – MAD 4 Motorsports and
Predictive Analytics Group are offering a giveaway with the purchase of a $40
sticker/decal kit for a 2019 Kawasaki Ninja 400 in race / track trim w/all the
OEM hardware included. Participating vendors are providing product discounts to
decal kit buyers and all giveaway proceeds will be donated to the Roadracing
World Action Fund, Inc. The Project and detailed build Information can be
followed on Mad4Motorsports Facebook and Instagram @Mad4motobikebuild.”

Dean
is a graduate of the Motorcycle Mechanics Institute (MMI) who has worked as a
technician since 2010, and is an accomplished racer as well as a track-day
coach. Ridgeway is a former CCS racer who does track days aboard a Honda
CBR1000RR SP2 and a built 1999 Yamaha YZF-R1, among other machines.

To
enter the drawing, click HERE.

(Above) Case
covers are a good idea for any machine headed for the track, and the Penske
shock handles suspension duties at the rear. 


(Above) Race
bodywork, GP Suspension cartridges, steel braided brake lines and racing brake
pads – the Mad 4 Motorsports/Predictive Analytics Group Kawasaki Ninja 400 is
built to be ready for the track.


(Above) Yoshimura
exhaust and Power Commander help the project Kawasaki Ninja 400 make more than 48
horsepower at the rear wheel. Race
bodywork comes with paint and decal set. Superbike tailsection includes seat
pad.

Jerry Hicks Wins Five UtahSBA Races At Utah Motorsports Campus

After a six-week break, the Utah Sport Bike Association Law Tigers Masters of the Mountains Road Racing series was back in action on August 24-25 at Utah Motorsports Campus, East Configuration in Grantsville, UT. With only three more race rounds, the riders are looking to secure their spots in the championship points. The Premier Class points leader, Jerry Hicks, secures his first win in the King of the Mountain Combined class. Hicks also took wins in Heavyweight Superbike, Middleweight Superbike, Open Superbike, and KoM GTU.

Hicks had this to say about his weekend: “I’d say the weekend was bittersweet. I was psyched to take a handful of wins, but I must admit I did have quite a bit of help from others’ misfortune. After working through some setup changes on Saturday, while riding on used tires and regular fuel, I was able to match my personal best lap time. I still had a bit of time to drop to match the times that Kory was doing, but I thought with fresh rubber and race fuel, I’d have a chance to stick with him during Sunday’s races.

On Sunday, I qualified well for the King of the Mountain race, so I was feeling confident. I got a good start in the race and found myself behind Kory with Zac Miller following closely. After a couple of laps, Kory’s clutch was failing, so he let me pass for the lead. From there, I pushed hard to try to break away from Zac, who was a real threat this weekend. Eventually, I got away and was able to take the win. Thank you, Kory, at MotoStation for building me an awesome R6 that can hang with the big bikes and is ridiculously fun to ride. Thanks to the MotoStation team for all the support and camaraderie. Thanks to the UtahSBA for running a great event and putting in so much effort so the rest of us can have a good time. Mostly, thanks to my wife, Carrie for your continued love and support.”

The Deseret Dash Dominator, Zac Miller, has been pushing hard all season and is the current points leader in Deseret Dash Expert. Atop his BMW S1000RR, Miller has shown a strong presence in this class, which is traditionally the biggest grid of the weekend. After winning both Dash races and KoM GTO, Miller had this to say, “On Saturday I focused on solid, consistent lap times and was able to break away from the pack to win both expert Deseret Dash races. The grid for Open Superstock was stacked, and I pushed hard from start to finish, ending up 2nd behind Shane Turpin. It was simply unreal watching Shane rip around the track, while I could still see him of course! Despite Saturday being a complete success, I knew I needed to find more speed for King of the Mountain on Sunday.

Sunday started off with a bang as I qualified on pole for King of the Mountain, and then ended the day with a win in the GTO class of King of the Mountain! Winning that race has been my goal since I started racing in 2017 and it’s absolutely surreal to think I manifested such an accomplishment through hard work, determination and resilience. I owe a big shout out to MotoStation and Kory Cowan for being an invaluable resource, service, and mentor from the very beginning and enabling me to progress the way that I have.”

Novice Racer Jason Grant brought home five more race wins this weekend. Jason is the current points leader in Novice GTU and GTO, Combined GTU and GTO, and Deseret Dash Novice. With 23 podiums including 15 wins, Grant’s riding has been consistent and fast. When asked about his weekend, Grant said, “I was fortunate to race with two of my sons, Liam and Jasper this weekend. We were able to achieve 10 wins and two second place finishes, which was a great feeling! Liam has been racing MotoAmerica Junior Cup starting with the Utah round. This has taken an even bigger sacrifice from my family to allow me to compete this whole season with the UtahSBA. Thank you to my wife Leanne who flew out to support us and made it possible for us to race this weekend. I was extra focused this weekend to make sure I gave my best with all the help she has given me. Thank you also to Ken Hill and the Rickdiculous program for their training and to Geoff Cesmat and MotoStation in Salt Lake City for helping us keep our equipment competitive.”

Round 5, including the Endurance Race will be held September 14–15, 2019 at UMC, Outer Configuration. Registration is open now. Register before September 7, 2019 to receive the early-bird discount rate for Round 5. Visit www.motorsportsreg.com to register now.

The UtahSBA is a Utah Non-Profit dedicated to promoting education, safe riding, and competition in the Intermountain West. You can find more information about the UtahSBA, upcoming events, and schools at www.utahsba.com or find us on Facebook at www.utahsba.com

Harrison Eurosports Combined GTO

1. Jason Grant (Yam YFZ-R6)

2. Helmut Kohler Jr (Yam YFZ-R1)

3. Kellen Birch (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Cole Phillips (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Marshall Miller (BMW S1000RR)

6. Joseph Tapia (Yam YFZ-R6)

The Edge Powersports Deseret Dash 1 (Expert)

1. Zac Miller (BMW S1000RR)

2. Eric Jones (Yam YZF-R1)

3. Bill Davis (BMW S1000RR)

4. Erik Grim (BMW S1000RR)

5. Ryan McGowan (Kaw ZX-10R)

6. Steven Marco (Yam YZF-R1)

The Edge Powersports Deseret Dash 1 (Novice)

1. Jason Grant (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Myroslav Volkov (Kaw ZX-10R)

3. Lee McNutt (Suz GSX-R750)

4. James Kling (Duc 1198)

5. James Riggs (Yam YZF-R1)

6. Peter Hofpointner (Yam YZF-R6)

The Edge Powersports Deseret Dash 2 (Expert)

1. Zac Miller (BMW S1000RR)

2. Eric Jones (Yam YZF-R1)

3. Genaro Lopez (BMW S1000RR)

4. Bill Davis (BMW S1000RR)

5. Steven Marco (Yam YZF-R1)

6. David Meyer (Suz GSX-R1000)

The Edge Powersports Deseret Dash 2 (Novice)

1. Jason Grant (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Lee McNutt (Suz GSX-R750)

3. Myroslav Volkov (Kaw ZX-10R)

4. Adam Kownatka (Kaw ZX-6R)

5. Zack Cooper (Duc 959)

6. James Riggs (Yam YZF-R1)

Trackstar Racing Middleweight Superstock

1. Kinzer Naylor (Kaw ZX-6R)

2. Jason Johnson (Kaw ZX-6R)

3. James Powelson (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Cole Phillips (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Kellen Birch (Yam YZF-R6)

6. Thomas Dark (Suz GSX-R600)

Fastline Race Tire Moto2

1. Shane Turpin (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Kory Cowan (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Kinzer Naylor (Kaw ZX-6R)

4. Jerry Hicks (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Kellen Birch (Yam YZF-R6)

6. James Powelson (Yam YZF-R6)

The Edge Powersports Moto3

1. Liam Grant (Kaw EX400)

2. Brad Moore (Yam YZF-R3)

3. Mark Taylor (Kaw EX500)

4. Jasper Grant (Yam YZF-R3)

5. Russell Carpenter (Kaw EX300)

Inspired Financial Novice GTU

1. Jason Grant (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Peter Hofpointner (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Joseph Tapia (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Benjamin Masters (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Adam Kownatka (Kaw ZX-6R)

6. Darryl Sheets (Yam YZF-R6)

South Valley Motorsports Open Superstock

1. Shane Turpin (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Zac Miller (BMW S1000RR)

3. Kory Cowan (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Jerry Hicks (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Genaro Lopez (BMW S1000RR)

6. Bill Davis (BMW S1000RR)

The Green Pig Pub Open Twins

1. Jason Johnson (Duc 848)

2. Zack Cooper (Duc 959)

3. James Kling (Duc 1198)

4. James Riggs (KTM RC8R)

5. Daniel Egbert (Duc 1199S)

6. Jeff Masters (Yam FZ-07)

Adrenaline Motorsports Production 500 (Race 1)

1. Liam Grant (Kaw EX400)

2. Brad Moore (Yam YZF-R3)

3. David Purcell (Kaw EX400)

4. Jasper Grant (Yam YZF-R3)

5. Russell Carpenter (Kaw EX300)

6. Mark Taylor (Kaw EX500)

Moto United Sportsman (Race 1)

1. Miguel Alamillo (Suz GSX-R750)

2. Russell Carpenter (Kaw EX300)

Kimco Combined GTU

1. Kellen Birch (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Jason Grant (Yam YZF-R6)

3. James Powelson (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Joseph Tapia (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Lee McNutt (Yam YZF-R6)

6. Ryan Podgurney (Kaw ZX-6R)

Harrison Eurosports Formula 40 – GTO

1. Bill Davis (BMW S1000RR)

2. Ryan McGowan (Kaw ZX-10R)

3. Kevin Dolan (Kaw ZX-10R)

4. David Meyer (Suz GSX-R1000)

Harrison Eurosports Formula 40 – GTU

1. Jason Johnson (Kaw ZX-6R)

2. Jason Grant (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Lee McNutt (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Adam Kownatka (Kaw ZX-6R)

LaMonica’s Restaurant Equipment Service Heavyweight Superbike

1. Jerry Hicks (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Kory Cowan (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Kellen Birch (Yam YZF-R6)

4. James Powelson (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Cole Phillips (Yam YZF-R6)

6. Kinzer Naylor (Kaw ZX-6R)

Moto Station / Rickdiculous Racing KOM Overall

1. Jerry Hicks (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Zac Miller (BMW S1000RR)

3. Genaro Lopez (BMW S1000RR)

4. Bill Davis (BMW S1000RR)

5. Duncan Biles (Yam YZF-R1)

6. David Meyer (Suz GSX-R1000)

Moto Station KOM GTO

1. Zac Miller (BMW S1000RR)

2. Genaro Lopez (BMW S1000RR)

3. Bill Davis (BMW S1000RR)

4. Duncan Biles (Yam YZF-R1)

5. David Meyer (Suz GSX-R1000)

6. Kevin Dolan (Kaw ZX-10R)

Rickdiculous Racing KOM GTU

1. Jerry Hicks (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Jason Johnson (Kaw ZX-6R)

3. Thomas Dark (Suz GSX-R600)

AZ Racing Academy Lightweight Superbike

1. Liam Grant (Kaw EX400)

2. Brad Moore (Yam YZF-R3)

3. Jeff Masters (Yam FZ-07)

4. Mark Taylor (Kaw EX500)

Moto Station Middleweight Superbike

1. Jerry Hicks (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Kellen Birch (Yam YZF-R6)

3. James Powelson (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Jason Johnson (Kaw ZX-6R)

The Mechanic Modern Vintage – GTO

1. Kevin Dolan (Suz GSX-R1000)

2. Myroslav Volkov (Kaw ZX-10R)

3. Spencer Kruger (Suz GSX-R750)

4. Lee McNutt (Suz GSX-R750)

5. Mark Taylor (Kaw EX500)

6. Miguel Alamillo (Suz GSX-R750)

The Mechanic Modern Vintage – GTU

1. Joseph Tapia (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Jason Johnson (Kaw ZX-6R)

3. Cole Phillips (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Thomas Dark (Suz GSX-R600)

5. Michael Montgomery (Kaw ZX-6R)

6. Braxton Young (Hon CBR600RR)

Harrison Eurosports Novice GTO

1. Jason Grant (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Myroslav Volkov (Kaw ZX-10R)

3. Joseph Tapia (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Ryan Podgurney (Kaw ZX-6R)

5. Zack Cooper (Duc 959)

6. James Riggs (Yam YZF-R1)

Moto Station Open Superbike

1. Jerry Hicks (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Duncan Biles (Yam YZF-R1)

3. Genaro Lopez (BMW S1000RR)

4. David Meyer (Suz GSX-R1000)

5. Helmut Kohler Jr (Yam YZF-R1)

6. James Peterec (Suz GSX-R1000R)

Wright’s M/C Parts & Accessories Production 300 (Race 2)

1. Jasper Grant (Yam YZF-R3)

2. Russell Carpenter (Kaw EX300)

Adrenaline Motorsports Production 500 (Race 2)

1. Liam Grant (Kaw EX400)

2. David Purcell (Kaw EX400)

3. Brad Moore (Yam YZF-R3)

4. Mark Taylor (Kaw EX500)

5. Jasper Grant (Yam YZF-R3)

6. Russell Carpenter (Kaw EX300)

Moto United Sportsman (Race 2)

1. Miguel Alamillo (Suz GSX-R750)

C&R Coatings Stock 1000

1. Bill Davis (BMW S1000RR)

2. Genaro Lopez (BMW S1000RR)

3. Ryan McGowan (Kaw ZX-10R)

4. Helmut Kohler Jr (Yam YZF-R1)

5. James Peterec (Suz GSX-R1000R)

6. James Kling (Duc 1198)

MotoAmerica: The Final Round Of Press Releases From Pittsburgh International Race Complex

Travis Wyman scores top-five finish despite crash, bike fire at MotoAmerica Championship of Pittsburgh

Weir Everywhere Racing BMW rider endures more tough luck at Pittsburgh International Race Complex

WAMPUM, Pa. — Travis Wyman’s fifth place finish in the Stock 1000 race at the MotoAmerica Championship of Pittsburgh wasn’t the result he’d hoped for, but it took everything he and the Weir Everywhere Racing BMW team had to achieve it.

Despite being the geographically closest track to Wyman’s hometown of Rochester, N.Y., Pittsburgh International Race Complex has been anything by kind to Wyman. As the MotoAmerica series rolled into the western Pennsylvania facility for the Aug. 23-25 event, Wyman and the rest of the team hoped to change his fortunes and better his career-best fifth-place finish at the track. The team was making progress toward that goal until Wyman experienced what he called, “the scariest crash of [his] career. Despite the crash and all the setbacks associated with it, the team worked feverishly to get Wyman back on track and Wyman rewarded their valiant effort with a positive result on a less-than-perfectly set up BMW S 1000 RR.

The weekend started out as well as it could for the team. Wyman posted the fastest time in the Stock 1000 Class’ first practice session on Friday with a 1:45.046 lap around the 2.78-mile, 19-turn circuit. Wyman fell to ninth-fastest in Saturday morning’s practice session as part of the team’s strategy to save its tire allocation for the class’ two qualifying sessions. In Saturday afternoon’s Qualifying 1 session, Wyman posted the eighth-fastest time, and he later had a strong start to Sunday morning’s Qualifying 2.

After coming into the pits midway through Qualifying 2 to get a new rear tire, Wyman experienced a freak crash as he was riding over the Turn 2 hill at about 130 mph. Wyman and his motorcycle slid down the asphalt track about 500 feet and some excess fuel in the bike’s exhaust system caught fire when Wyman tried to restart the bike. Fortunately, the BMW was not severely damaged, which gave the team the opportunity to repair it for the Sunday afternoon race.

During the about four hours between the end of Qualifying 2 and the start of the race, the team worked feverishly to fabricate several parts and prep and replace damaged bodywork. Repairs were completed just in time for Wyman to make it to the Stock 1000 starting grid. In the race, Wyman got one of the best starts of his 2019 season, but the damage to the S 1000 RR threw off some aspects of the BMW’s set up. Wyman rode as hard as he could on untested, freshly repaired machine to a fifth-place finish.

The MotoAmerica series is back in action Sept. 7-8 at New Jersey Motorsports Park in Millville, N.J. Wyman showed off his wet-weather racing skills at the 2.25-mile Thunderbolt road course last year, recording a second-place finish in the Stock 1000 race.

Travis Wyman / #24

“The team and I entered the weekend knowing luck hasn’t been on our side at this track, and I’m grateful for the effort they put in to get me back out on track for Sunday’s race. We started off the weekend strong and decided to save one of our fresh rear tires for Qualifying 2. The bike felt good from the first lap I rode it and it just kept getting better until the crash. I was feeling the best I’ve felt on our BMW S 1000 RR when I came into the pits in Qualifying 2. I was just starting my out lap when the front end tucked really quickly as I was exiting Turn 2. I slid down the track from the exit of Turn 2 along the downhill-then-uphill straightaway all the way to the braking markers for Turn 3. I came off the bike on my stomach and had to flip myself onto my back while sliding when I felt my leathers getting really hot. My team did an amazing job getting our S 1000 RR repaired in time for the race. The crash changed the way the bike handled a little bit, so I rode a conservative race to make sure I rewarded the team with the best finish I could manage. Despite the setbacks, we’re leaving PittRace with some good points and the confidence that we can overcome whatever our back luck throws at us.”

Ryan Jones Wins ASRA National Sprints And CCS Regional Races At Roebling Road Raceway

Jones Wins Unlimited Grand Prix Twin Sprints, Melka Leads In Points

ASRA & CCS Southeast/Florida Regions

Roebling Road Raceway, Bloomingdale, GA

August 24-25, 2019

Ryan Jones won both runnings of the Expert Unlimited Grand Prix race at Roebling Road Raceway during the Championship Cup Series Southeast and Florida regional twin sprints weekend event Featuring AMA Sanctioned ASRA Sprints Presented by Pirelli Tire. Jones was out front early on his Seven West Racing BMW S1000RR in both Saturday and Sunday’s Unlimited Grand Prix races to take the checkered flag without much challenge. Jones led the way to the checkered flag during Race 1, finishing ahead of Gregory Ludt on his BMW S1000RR, and David Loikits on his Suzuki GSX-R1000. The grid for Race 2 on Sunday provided some competitor changes, and a lighter showing with Jones claiming victory in the final race of the weekend with Ludt finishing second and Jon Foy third on his Suzuki GSX-R1000.

Jones’ first win of the weekend was a bit more dramatic as he started the 25 minute-long GTU race on his Kawasaki ZX-6R, well after the rest of the field, and systematically passed each rider to make his way to the front and take the first win of the weekend, setting the pace for the rest of the event. Jones claimed seven victories during the event also winning the ASRA Sportbike, ASRA Superstock, and both of the Middleweight Supersport races.

Jones currently sits second in Overall Points for the CCS Southeast region, behind Greg Melka, who has a 96 point gap over Jones. Jones is continuing in his efforts to claim the Number One plate as Overall Points Leader in three regions. He is currently ahead in points in both the Atlantic, and Mid-Atlantic regions. He is thankful for all his supporters, including Pirelli Tires, GochiTech, Ride On Moto, Shoei, and Valley Cycle Center.

Greg Melka was the second winningest expert of the weekend with twin victories in the Middleweight Superbike, Middleweight Grand Prix, Heavyweight Superbike and Heavyweight Supersport classes on his not-so-twin pair of Yamaha YZF-R6’s.

“Having entered 10 races over the two days, even riding a dirt bike in the woods four or more days a week was going to test my endurance,” stated Melka. “And with occasional MotoAmerica racer, Ryan “Scooter” Jones, coming down to continue our battle for the overall South East championship, I knew I was in for a challenge. He and I had four races together, and we split the wins over the two days, but I was able to set the outright fastest lap of the day on Saturday (of any class including the unlimited classes) in my first race, a 1:13.07 in Middleweight Superbike, bettering my previous best time by 0.2 seconds. And as said before, I got that first win against Ryan to hopefully set the tone for the weekend. However he took the next two wins in both Middleweight Supersport classes. But I was able to book-end my weekend against him in my last race of the day on Sunday, and rip the outright fastest lap of the entire weekend, of any class, with a lap time of 1:12.57 on lap two. I then backed that up on lap three with a 1:12.61 . It’s not a track record, nor even a 600cc track record, but it shattered my personal best time by over half a second. So along with a few minor changes to the bikes that mechanic AJ Horne and I decided to try, it was a clear testament to how good the just released Michelin Power Performance tires are.”

“I won the other six races entered on the weekend,” Melka continued. “But without Ryan in these races, I was able to lay off the starts, back the pace down, and have some fun with the other racers, mixing it up a bit with some newer experts, and even some of the amateur racers, doing some ‘mid-race coaching,’ as it were. I was told by many it was fun for all, so that was pretty cool to be able to do instead of just push out front by myself.”

Ever grateful to his sponsors, Melka concluded, “As always, thanks to Rob Walker and Michelin Tires and our track side tire vendors, Arai Helmets, AJ Horne and Jordan Strange at Squid Hunter Racing, Syed Leathers, EBC brakes, Thermosman Suspensions, Silkolene Oil, Engine Ice, Heroic gloves, Sidi boots, Century Design Graphics, Core Moto, Axis Powersports at Croom, Ryno Power sports supplements, and everyone at CCS for continuing to give us a place to race.”

Roger Morissette was the winningest racer of the weekend, dominating the lightweight and smaller bike classes and racking up nine first place finishes on his Suzuki SV650 and Yamaha YZF-R3. Morissette won the ASRA Moto 3, Lightweight Grand Prix, Combined Middleweight Classic, and twin runs of the Moto 3, Lightweight Superbike, Ultralight Superbike.

The next round for the CCS Atlantic region is scheduled for Aug 31 – Sep 1st at New Jersey Motorsports Park. ASRA racers will meet again to compete Sep 21-22nd at Blackhawk Farms. The Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions will meet again at VIR Sep 14-15th, and will include the ASRA Team Challenge race. And, the Florida region is scheduled to compete next at Homestead-Miami Speedway September 28-29th.

Full race results, lap times, points standings, and remaining 2019 season schedules for the Championship Cup Series, ASRA, and ASRA Team Challenge Series, and any and all information on past and future events for all series and regions are available online at: www.ccsracing.us.

Podcast: Greg’s Garage Pod With Co-Host Jason Pridmore Episode 46 Is Now Available

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

MotoGP – We review the British MotoGP from Silverstone with talks about MotoGP, Moto2, and Moto3!

MotoGP – American Brandon Paasch raced his first MotoGP, Moto3 race as a wild card, and we talk with him about his experience!

MotoAmerica – We review Round 8 from PittRace in Pennsylvania.

MotoAmerica – We talk with Superbike star Garrett Gerloff about his break out Superbike season.

News – MotoGP 2020 Calendar is out, MotoAmerica to The Ridge for 2020, Motocross season is over and more!

Race Cal for this weekend.

Moto3 World Championship: American Brandon Paasch Happy With Outcome Of Wild Card Ride At Silverstone

American Brandon Paasch raced as a wild card in the FIM
Moto3 World Championship event August 23-25 at the Silverstone Circuit, in
England, and although he didn’t score any points he says he met his goals, learned
a lot, and had fun during the weekend.

“It was my idea,” said 18-year-old Paasch, when asked how
the concept of him racing as a wild card in Moto3 at Silverston came about. “I
had been watching during the past few years and whoever is usually leading the
[British Motostar/Moto3] Championship usually does a wild card. I didn’t really
know how it worked, but I said, ‘Hey, is there any way I can get in on this?’”

Paasch, who rides for FPW Racing in the Moto3 equivalent
class in the British Superbike Championship, British Motostar, was leading the point
standings up until the most recent round, August 16-18 at Cadwell Park. There,
Paasch crashed out of both races and dropped out of the Championship lead.

“That was kind of an unlucky weekend,” said Paasch. “I felt
good all weekend and I was riding well all weekend. Through practice and
qualifying I was thinking, ‘Man, this is the best I’ve ever felt on this bike.’
I don’t know. I just had two terrible races.”

Paasch and his team went from the tight and twisty Cadwell Park
to the vast and fast Silverstone Circuit, where they set up on the Wednesday
prior to the event.

“I had the new rider’s meeting on Wednesday,” said Paasch. “It
was one guy from FIM and Freddie Spencer, and they went over the rules and
procedures. I did a couple of races in the Junior World Championship, so it
wasn’t too difficult for me to figure out.

“On Thursday I had to do a lot of press stuff with Dorna,
interviews and photos. Just walking through the paddock with my leathers on so
many people stopped me. It was unreal. I haven’t signed that many autographs in
the past three years combined. It was crazy.

“Then on Friday it hit me like, ‘Wow! This is really
happening.’”

Paasch said he had ridden on the Grand Prix circuit at
Silverstone before and had even done a track day recently to get a feel for the
new pavement, but what he wasn’t expecting was to have to adapt to different
tires.

“We run Dunlops in the British Championship and I thought
they would be exactly the same,” said Paasch, “but they were actually quite a
bit different and they took a bit of getting used to. They didn’t have any
Medium-compound tires like we use in the UK, but they had Softs and Hards.

“My bike is a 2018-spec KTM. So in theory it shouldn’t be
much slower than the newer [2019] bikes, but then we added me on the bike. I
don’t like using it as an excuse, but it is a fact that my weight does come
into play on these little bikes. I weigh 155 pounds and all of these other guys
are like 130-135 pounds and some are closer to 100 pounds, so it’s a big
difference. I found that out.

“On a lap with a little slipstream I did 222 kph [138 mph] down
the straight, and the fastest speed was 232 kph [144 mph] down the straight. So
it was almost 10 kph [6 mph] some laps. So it does make a difference.”

Asked what his goals were heading into the weekend, Paasch
said, “I set the goals of: Don’t finish last, improve every time I got out, and
improve the bike as much as I can for the rest of the season. We’ve been
struggling a little bit in the British Championship finding our setup, so I
really wanted to focus on finding a setup for our bike that we could bring back
to BSB.”

In Free Practice One (FP1), Paasch was 29th out
of 31 with a 2:16.057, which was 4.6 seconds behind the fastest rider, Tony
Arbolino.

In FP2, Paasch was 31st with a slower 2:16.093,
but he was only 3.9 seconds behind the session leader, Albert Arenas.

In FP3, Paasch improved to 2:15.857, which was 4.0 seconds
slower than Arbolino, the quickest rider in that session.

Then in qualifying, Paasch improved again to 2:14.742, which
put him 30th on the 31-rider grid and only 3.1 seconds behind pole
sitter Arbolino.

“I qualified second-to-last, but it was still better than
being last on the grid,” said Paasch, laughing. “In the race, I thought that I
could hang with the next group in front of me, but I got pushed off the track
on the first lap and kind of lost the draft.

“During the first four or five laps, I was maintaining the
gap to the group in front of me. I wasn’t catching them, but they weren’t
pulling away. But I was sitting in No Man’s Land all by myself with no
slipstream. And then after six laps or so, they started working with each other
instead of battling and they started pulling away little by little. Before I
knew it, I couldn’t see them anymore.”

Paasch ended up finishing a lonely 29thout of 31
starters, 63.9 seconds behind race winner Marcos Ramirez.

“Technically I didn’t finish last, but in my mind I did
finish last. These guys are just on another level,” said Paasch. “But it was still
probably the most fun I’ve had on a race weekend ever.

“And we fixed a couple of big issues I’ve been having with
the bike. I’ve been struggling with confidence on the front end, and throughout
the practices and qualifying we spent most of our time working on that. We
tried something, and it ended up working really well.”

Paasch said he hopes that what he learned about his bike
setup will help him regain the point lead during the final four rounds and
eight races of 2019 and become the first American to win the British Motostar
Championship.

More, from a press release issued by Brandon Paasch’s publicist:

BRANDON PAASCH FIRST US RIDER TO TAKE CHECKERED FLAG IN MOTO3 AT MOTOGP GOPRO BRITISH GP

Brandon Paasch and FPW Racing completed a successful and historic weekend at the Silverstone Circuit, taking their KTM Moto3 GP race bike to the checkered flag in the GoPro British GP Moto3 class. Running during one of the hottest weekends on record for Britain, Brandon became the first US rider to ever qualify for and complete a Moto3 race in the modern MotoGP series.

After three practices and a fast qualifying session, the team was ready for the Moto3 race Sunday. A couple adjustments in warm up provided a bit more stability for the KTM, and Brandon felt confident on getting a strong start. When the lights went out, he tagged onto the group of riders in front of him and was able to stay in the group for the first couple laps. On Lap 3, Brandon turned his personal best lap of the whole weekend and continued to dice with the group of riders. Unfortunately, a rider just ahead caught a false neutral in one of the fast right-handers, and, as Brandon swept around the outside to pass, the rider found the gear, drove under Brandon, and forced him wide off the track. At that point, the tow from the group was broken and he was forced to run a lonely race to the end. But Brandon never quit, and he became the first ever US rider to complete a Moto3 race.

“Man, that was probably the most physically demanding race I’ve ever run in my life. More than any endurance race I’ve done, even more than Daytona. The pace was very high, and the heat was almost ridiculous. My legs were on fire, and the tires got overheated a little over halfway through the race. At the end, I was just focusing on keeping the bike upright and hitting my marks to make it to the finish. I knew my biggest challenge this weekend was racing against the best Moto3 riders in the world, and I knew I would be pushing my limits beyond anything I had done before. But I, and the whole team, came here ready to do the job, and we proved that we could do it. We deserved to be here.

“I’m really proud of what I’ve done, being the first American to race in Moto3. It’s been a lot of hard work over the past ten years, and I’ve had a lot of help from some great people and sponsors. The team and I got a lot of press and social media coverage during the weekend, which I believe will help future US riders find opportunities overseas. It’s still my goal to be in MotoGP, and I know I’m helping to carve a path for other US riders to follow.

“I have to say a huge thanks to Adrian, Sarah, Andy, Dave, Joe and Greg from FPW Racing. You all faced as big a challenge as I did on the track, and I really appreciate your hard work to set up the bike and get me out on the track. Big thanks also to all my sponsors, especially to the ones that showed up at Silverstone to help in the garage and cheer me on during the race – Paul, Scott, Dave, Michael, JJ, Eric, Brad and many more. It seems like we had people coming from all around the world to drop by the garage. Thanks to DORNA and IRTA, and thanks to the teams that invited me into their garages to give me some advice and answer my questions. Thanks to Arai and Spidi for keeping me safe, and SL Graphics for the sick paintjob on my lid. To everyone that supported me from back in the USA – thanks very much! I hope I can give you more to cheer about when I get back to BSB Moto3 – stay tuned!” (Brandon Paasch)

“Brandon and the whole team have a lot to be proud of from this weekend. They all worked very hard and faced the big challenges at the track with determination and drive. I’m very happy with our results, as it was a big learning curve for all of us, and we knew the pace would be very fast. The heat affected everyone, so there was nothing to do about that. But we looked at everything very carefully after every session, and for Brandon to improve every session and cut off a couple of seconds from the first time out just shows that we were able to keep in the mix. I’m looking forward to a bit of a break, but I’m already planning our attack back in BSB Moto3 to get back on top of the championship. Thanks to everyone that helped us out this weekend, as we couldn’t have done it without you.” (Adrian Mason, Team Owner)

The next HEL Performance Motostar British Championship round will run Sept 6-8 at Oulton Park. Trailing the leader by just 7 points in the championship, Brandon and the team are eager to take the experience and confidence from the British GP and get back on top of the leaderboard. Supporters and Fans can watch live timing and listen to the commentary at www.britishsuperbike.com or on the Bennetts British Superbike app, available in the Apple App Store and Google Play.

Subscribe and follow Brandon and FPW Racing on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter:

– YouTube: search for Brandon Paasch and subscribe to his channel

– Facebook: @BrandonPaasch facebook.com/BrandonPaasch/ www.facebook.com/FPWRacing/

– Instagram: instagram.com/brandon_paasch instagram.com/fpwracing/

– Twitter: @PaaschBrandon @fpwracing

– Hashtags: #SendItBP2019 #PaaschFPWRacing

Brandon Paasch is sponsored by Electronic Concepts, luxeStar VIP, Classic Car Club of Manhattan, NJMiniGP, Evolve GT, BJT Mechanical, The Three Horseshoes Pub, DRH, OTF, Arai, and Spidi. Coaching and training provided by Birdhouse Training.

FPW Racing is an amalgamation of the Fireplace Warehouse and several like-minded bike enthusiasts to support one common goal – to establish young riders and to give them a leg up in their racing careers. FPW Racing is sponsored by The Fireplace Warehouse, Motul, Pro Bolt, Hel, Regina, Jennings Race Products. For more information, visit us at www.fpwracing.co.uk

Motogladiator Race Results From NC Bike

Motogladiator

NC Bike

Garysburg, NC

August 25, 2019

Race Results:

Superbike (390cc) Expert:

1. Will Moore, Jr. (Kaw Ninja 300)

2. Richard Bell (Yam YZF-R3)

3. Brian Freedman (Kaw Ninja 300)

4. Matt Lamb (Kaw Ninja 300)

5. Katie Lindsey (Yam YZF-R3)

6. Mark Lienhard (Kaw Ninja 300)

Superbike (390cc) Amateur:

1. Scott Fallen (Kaw Ninja 300)

2. Lauren Stacy (Kaw Ninja 300)

3. Craig McCabe (Kaw Ninja 300)


Ninja (400cc) Expert:

1. Mikayla Moore (Kaw Ninja 400)

2. Alex Vaipan (Kaw Ninja 400)

3. Will Moore, Sr. (Kaw Ninja 400)


Ninja (400cc) Amateur:

1. Charles Sanders (Kaw Ninja 400)


Superstock (300cc) Expert:

1. Will Moore, Jr. (Kaw Ninja 300)

2. Richard Bell (Yam YZF-R3)

3. Brian Freedman (Kaw Ninja 300)

4. Mark Lienhard (Kaw Ninja 300)


Superstock (300cc) Amateur:

1. Scott Fallen (Kaw Ninja 300)

2. Craig McCabe (Kaw Ninja 300)

3.Benjamin Warren (Kaw Ninja 300)

4. Sotos Patistas (Yam YZF-R3)

Supermoto Amateur:

1. Rob Weston (Yam WR450)

2. Sarah Lamb (Yam WR450)

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