Amanuel Brinton was fastest during R&G British Talent Cup qualifying Friday at Silverstone Circuit, in England. Riding his Kovara Projects/RS Racing Honda, Brinton lapped the 3.7-mile (5.9 km) course in 2:20.126 to top the field of 26 riders.
Americans Julian Correa (Microlise Cresswell Racing Honda), Joshua Raymond, Jr. (Fibre Tec Honda), and Eli Banish (Fibre Tec Honda) qualified fifth, 18th, and 22nd, respectively.
Session for GBR BTC QP
Jorge Martin led both MotoGP World Championship practice sessions Friday at Silverstone Circuit, in England, but the young Spaniard’s competitors are nipping at his heals. Martin topped Friday afternoon’s practice with a lap time of 1:57.911 on his Prima Pramac Racing Ducati Desmosedici, but the top 14 riders in the session were covered by just 1.043 seconds.
Aleix Espargaro, the winner of the British Grand Prix in 2023, was second-best with a 1:57.956 on his factory Aprilia RS-GP.
Two-time and defending World Champion Francesco “Pecco” Bagnaia was third-fastest with a time of 1:58.030 around the 3.7-mile (5.9 km) course.
Bagnaia’s teammate Enea Bastianini turned a fourth-quickest 1:58.190.
Jack Miller continued his strong run on Friday with a 1:58.260 on his Red Bull KTM, placing him fifth in the session.
Other riders finishing the session in the top 10 and advancing straight to Qualifying Two (Q2) included Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team Ducati’s Fabio Di Giannantonio (1:58.318), Miller’s teammate Brad Binder (1:58.386), Espargaro’s teammate Maverick Vinales (1:58.389), Di Giannantonio’s teammate Marco Bezzecchi (1:58.506), and Gresini Racing Ducati’s Marc Marquez (1:58.585).
MotoGP FP2
More, from a press release issued by Dorna:
Martin pips Espargaro as Marc Marquez just holds on to a place in Q2
Ducati and Aprilia are split by 0.045s on Day 1 at Silverstone as the main title contenders all slot inside the top 10
Friday, 02 August 2024
A late flyer from Jorge Martin saw the Prima Pramac Racing star set the early weekend pace at the Monster Energy British Grand Prix, as the #89 edged out 2023 Silverstone victor Aleix Espargaro (Aprilia Racing) by 0.045s after clocking a 1:57.911. World Championship leader Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati Lenovo Team) bagged P3, with the #1 lurking just 0.119s away from his main title challenger as it stands.
It wasn’t an ideal start to Friday afternoon for a pair of Ducatis as both Enea Bastianini (Ducati Lenovo Team) and Marco Bezzecchi (Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team) were forced to stop due to some form of issue with their respective machines.
Meanwhile, Maverick Viñales (Aprilia Racing) was the early pacesetter, but as we’ve come to expect, the closing 15 minutes was where the thick of the action took place in Practice 1. There were movements aplenty as the other factory Aprilia, Espargaro, climbed to the summit with the clock ticking down, but it was time attack specialist Martin who managed to clinch Friday’s honours with that late time.
Bagnaia also improved towards the end of the session, with teammate Bastianini leaving it until his last lap to set a personal best – the ‘Beast’ ending the day in P4 despite those early bike gremlins. Jack Miller (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) ended Free Practice 1 in P4 and backed that up with a P5 in the afternoon to remind everyone what he’s capable of, with Fabio Di Giannantonio (Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team) fronting the GP23 charge in P6.
Miller’s teammate Brad Binder ensured both factory KTM’s are automatically in the Q2 scrap on Saturday morning, with Viñales slipping down the order but holding onto a P8 – job done for Top Gun, but the former Silverstone winner will be hunting for more.
Bezzecchi and Marc Marquez (Gresini Racing MotoGP™) were the final two riders to slot inside the top 10, with the eight-time World Champion – who suffered a crash in FP1 – just 0.057s away from finding himself in Q1.
The all-important times for Saturday’s action at the British GP can be found below as qualifying and the Tissot Sprint beckons following an intriguing opening day.
FP2: 10:10 (UTC +1)
Q1: 10:50
Q2: 11.15
Tissot Sprint: 15:00
Canet claims lap record Friday top spot
A new Moto2™ Silverstone lap record handed Aron Canet (Fantic Racing) top honours on Friday at the Monster Energy British Grand Prix, with the Spaniard’s 2:03.602 time just under three tenths quicker than Celestino Vietti (Red Bull KTM Ajo) in second place. The leading pair were the only riders to venture into the 2:03s on Day 1, with Tony Arbolino (Elf Marc VDS Racing Team) rounding out the top three, 0.457s away from Canet.
– Jake Dixon (CFMOTO Inde Aspar Team) goes into Saturday’s action in P7 as the home crowd favourite aims to build on a solid Friday outing.
– The top two in the title chase and MT Helmets – MSI teammates, Ai Ogura and Sergio Garcia, are P4 and P8 respectively at the end of play on Friday, with the latter suffering a crash in the afternoon that hampered his Practice 1.
Enjoy Moto2™ Practice at 09:25, with qualifying getting underway at 13:45 on Saturday.
Veijer a step ahead on Friday despite afternoon crash
Despite a crash in the afternoon, Collin Veijer (Liqui Moly Husqvarna Intact GP) topped the Moto3™ times on Friday at Silverstone as the Dutchman set a 2:09.565 to end the day a healthy 0.387s clear of second place Ivan Ortola (MT Helmet – MSI). Rookie Jacob Roulstone (Red Bull GASGAS Tech3) claimed an impressive P3 in Practice 1 to act as one of three riders to get within half a second of Veijer’s effort.
– The other rider to do so was home hero Scott Ogden (Fibre Tec Honda – MLav Racing). The British star enjoyed a fruitful day at the office and heads into qualifying day P4 on the timesheets.
– World Championship leader David Alonso (CFMOTO Valresa Aspar Team) was another title chaser to crash on Friday afternoon, with the Colombian ending Day 1 in P6, 0.597s adrift of the summit.
Tune into Moto3™ Practice 2 at 08:40 local time (UTC +2) before the lightweight class go qualifying at 12:50.
Aron Canet was the man to beat during Moto2 World Championship practice Friday at the Silverstone Circuit, in England. After leading practice Friday morning, the Spanish veteran topped Friday afternoon’s practice session with a new lap record time. Riding his Pirelli-shod Fantic Racing Kalex, Canet navigated the 3.7-mile (5.9 km) track in 2:03.602, breaking Marco Bezzecchi’s 2021 All-Time Lap Record of 2:03.988.
Red Bull KTM Ajo Kalex rider Celestino Vietti was also under the old lap record with a 2:03.896, but he had to settle for second-best in the session.
Tony Arbolino was third with a 2:04.059 on his Elf Marc VDS Racing Team Kalex.
American Joe Roberts finished the session ranked 10th with a 2:04.319 on his OnlyFans American Racing Team Kalex.
Moto2 FP2
Colin Veijer led Moto3 World Championship practice Friday afternoon at Silverstone Circuit, in England. On board his Pirelli-shod Liqui Moly Intact GP Husqvarna, the Dutch rider navigated the 3.7-mile (5.9 km) course in 2:09.565, eclipsing the new All-Time Lap Record of 2:09.600 set by David Alonso in Friday morning’s practice session.
Moto3 FP2
Jorge Martin topped MotoGP World Championship practice Friday morning at Silverstone Circuit, in central England. The title contender recorded a best lap time of 1:59.383 on his Michelin-equipped Prima Pramac Ducati Desmosedici, topping the field of 23 riders.
Maverick Vinales was the best of the rest with a 1:59.473 on his factory Aprilia RS-GP.
Vinales’ teammate Aleix Espargaro, who is retiring at the end of the season, was third at 1:59.719.
Jack Miller made it three makes in the top four with a 1:59.727 on his Red Bull KTM Factory Racing RC 16.
Martin’s teammate Franco Morbidelli rounded out the top five with a lap time of 1:59.803.
MotoGP FP1
Aron Canet was quickest during Moto2 World Championship practice Friday morning at the Silverstone Circuit, in England. On board his Pirelli-shod Fantic Racing Kalex, the Spaniard covered the historic 3.7-mile (5.9 km) track in 2:04.021. That was good enough to lead the field of 31 riders and came very close to breaking Marco Bezzecchi’s 2021 All-Time Lap Record of 2:03.988.
Somkiat Chantra was second-best with a time of 2:04.284 on his Idemitsu Honda Team Asia Kalex.
Manuel Gonzalez, riding his QJMOTOR Gresini Moto2 Kalex, was third-fastest with a lap at 2:04.381.
American Joe Roberts was sixth in the session with a time of 2:04.566 on his OnlyFans American Racing Team Kalex.
Moto2 FP1
David Alonso was fastest during Moto3 World Championship practice Friday morning at Silverstone Circuit, in England. Riding his CFMOTO Valresa Aspar Team machine on Pirelli control tires, the young Colombian lapped the 3.7-mile (5.9 km) course in 2:09.600 to lead the field of 25 riders. That lap time also smashed Romano Fenati’s 2021 All-Time Lap Record of 2:10.619 by more than one second.
Moto3 FP1
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2024 MotoGP World Championship. One problem they don’t have is eye-blurring chatter. Photo by Gigi Soldana/DPPI Media.
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Christy LaCurelle Selected as President and Chief Executive Officer of
MIC, MSF, SVIA, and ROHVA
IRVINE, Calif., August 1, 2024 — The independent boards of the Motorcycle Industry Council, Motorcycle Safety Foundation, Specialty Vehicle Institute of America, and the Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association voted to select Christy LaCurelle as President and Chief Executive Officer of all four powersports associations, representing stakeholders across the industry.
“I have made it my life’s work to help as many people as possible learn and love life on two, three, and four wheels, and being able to bring my marketing expertise and powersports passion to lead these associations is a privilege,” said LaCurelle. “I am looking forward to working with the teams to get more people riding and driving, to take training, and to always practice safe riding and driving habits whether they are on the road or the trail.”
LaCurelle has a track record of building platforms and teams that create engaged riders and safety enthusiasts.
“With Christy’s twenty years of experience, spanning all aspects of powersports, and deep industry connections, she will be able to hit the ground running and lead the teams to continued success,” said Derek Brooks, Chair of the Motorcycle Industry Council.
“Christy’s work and long-standing commitment to motorcycle safety will serve riders, RiderCoaches, and the broader training community well,” said Croft Long, Chair of the Motorcycle Safety Foundation. “We are looking forward to her leading the MSF team in rider education expansion, recruiting more RiderCoaches, and growing the interest and demand for rider safety and education.”
“Earlier this year, the boards assembled a search committee to identify a leader for all four associations. I would like to thank the internal teams for their patience through this search process. This comprehensive process enabled us to connect with many qualified candidates and ultimately find that Christy is the best person to lead the organizations and its talents to seize opportunities and work through challenges with success,” said Marc-Andre Deschenes, Chair of the Specialty Vehicle Institute of America.
“I want to thank Scott Schloegel and Diana Sanchez for assuming the additional responsibility of leading these associations while we conducted this extensive search process. Despite already having enormous workloads, Scott and Diana graciously and deftly led the staff through this time of tremendous change while achieving some remarkable results,” said Ryan Stiver, Chair of the Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association. “Scott and Diana have ensured these associations will have a seamless transition for Christy to take us into the next chapter.”
LaCurelle’s first day at the Associations will be September 3. Schloegel and Sanchez will remain in their current roles through September 3.
“I am looking forward to joining the team, learning about the work, and leading the team to greater results in the future,” said LaCurelle.
MOTORCYCLE INDUSTRY COUNCIL
The Motorcycle Industry Council, under its marquee market expansion brand, Ride With Us, is working to introduce everyone to the incomparable thrill of riding a motorcycle. The MIC is a not-for-profit trade association representing motorcycle manufacturers, distributors, aftermarket companies, dealers, retailers, and a variety of related organizations providing vital support to the powersports industry. The MIC advocates for fair policy and regulatory environments, works to deliver valuable data to the industry, and strives to bring the joy of riding to everyone, everywhere.
Established in 1914, the MIC is headquartered in Irvine, Calif., with a government relations office in metropolitan Washington, D.C. Keep up with the industry association on X @followMIC, online at MIC.org, and through the weekly MIC RideReport.
MOTORCYCLE SAFETY FOUNDATION
The Motorcycle Safety Foundation promotes safety through rider training and education, operator licensing tests, and public information programs. MSF works with the federal government, state agencies, the military, and others to offer training for all skill levels so riders can enjoy a lifetime of safe, responsible motorcycling. Standards established by MSF have been recognized worldwide since 1973. The MSF is a not-for-profit organization endorsed by American Honda Motor Co., Inc.; BMW Motorrad USA; BRP, Inc.; Harley-Davidson Motor Company, Inc.; Indian Motorcycle; Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.; KTM North America, Inc.; Suzuki Motor USA, LLC; Triumph Motorcycles America; and Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. For safety information or to enroll in an MSF Basic RiderCourse near you, or to learn more about the many other MSF course offerings, visit MSF-USA.org or call (800) 446-9227. Follow @msf__usa to keep up with MSF on X, Facebook, and Instagram.
SPECIALTY VEHICLE INSTITUTE OF AMERICA
The Specialty Vehicle Institute of America is the not-for-profit national industry association promoting safe and responsible use of all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) through rider training, public awareness campaigns, and state legislation. The SVIA also works to preserve access to off-road riding areas and expand riding opportunities. Accredited by the American National Standards Institute, the SVIA develops standards for equipment, configuration, and performance requirements of ATVs. Based in Irvine, Calif., the SVIA is sponsored by American Honda Motor Co., Inc.; BRP, Inc.; CFMOTO Powersports, Inc.; Champion Motorsports Group, LLC; Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.; Polaris Inc.; Suzuki Motor USA, LLC; Textron Specialized Vehicles; and Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. Visit SVIA.org. For safety information or to enroll in the ATV RiderCourse nearest you, visit ATVSafety.org or call (800) 887-2887.
RECREATIONAL OFF-HIGHWAY VEHICLE ASSOCIATION
The Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association is the not-for-profit national industry association promoting safe and responsible use of ROVs (also called side-by-sides or UTVs). Accredited by the American National Standards Institute, ROHVA develops standards for the equipment, configuration, and performance requirements of ROVs.
Based in Irvine, Calif., ROHVA is sponsored by American Honda Motor Co., Inc.; BRP, Inc.; Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.; Polaris Inc.; Textron Specialized Vehicles; and Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. For safety information or to enroll in the ROV Basic DriverCourse nearest you, visit ROHVA.org or call (866) 267-2751.
Wayne Rainey Says Thanks After Record-Setting “Rainey’s Ride To The Races” At Laguna Seca
A Record Amount Of $215,00 In Donations To Roadracing World Action Fund For Soft Barrier Purchases
Hello Everyone,
First of all, I want to thank everybody who took part in this year’s “Rainey’s Ride to the Races.” We had a record number of riders and raised a record amount of $215,000 in donations for the Roadracing World Action Fund. The highlight for me every year is inviting the Legends who come and give back to this generation of racers with their time and commitment to improve rider safety. I know all the Legends had a good time both on and off the bikes.
The fourth annual “Rainey’s Ride to the Races” was a huge success and again set a new record for the amount of money raised for the Roadracing World Action Fund, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The donations are used to purchase Airfence and Alpina soft barriers that help keep our athletes safe. Over the past four years “Rainey’s Ride to the Races” has raised over $500,000 for the Roadracing World Action Fund.
We had close to 100 riders heading out on the ride from the Moto Talbott Motorcycle Museum on the Friday of our race weekend at Laguna Seca. And they were joined by nine motorcycle racing legends – Eddie Lawson, Bubba Shobert, Rick Johnson, Scott Parker, Doug Chandler, Thomas Stevens, Miguel Duhamel, Ben Spies and John Kocinski. We had a better VIP experience this year using existing track facilities for lunch, and other weekend events, with the highlight always being a couple of laps around Laguna with the Legends.
Again, I want to thank again all the riders who helped us raise a record donation amount of over $215,000 this year for the RWAF, especially the Terry Vance Family Foundation, Mission Food’s Juan Gonzales and Robb Talbott for their incredibly generous contributions.
Additionally, I’d like to thank the California Highway Patrol for keeping everyone safe, Gordon McCall for again leading the ride, WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca and, of course, MotoAmerica and the MotoAmerica team who helped make this ride possible.
I’m already looking forward to the fifth annual Ride. See you all next year.
Wayne Rainey
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Amanuel Brinton was fastest during R&G British Talent Cup qualifying Friday at Silverstone Circuit, in England. Riding his Kovara Projects/RS Racing Honda, Brinton lapped the 3.7-mile (5.9 km) course in 2:20.126 to top the field of 26 riders.
Americans Julian Correa (Microlise Cresswell Racing Honda), Joshua Raymond, Jr. (Fibre Tec Honda), and Eli Banish (Fibre Tec Honda) qualified fifth, 18th, and 22nd, respectively.
Session for GBR BTC QP
Jorge Martin led both MotoGP World Championship practice sessions Friday at Silverstone Circuit, in England, but the young Spaniard’s competitors are nipping at his heals. Martin topped Friday afternoon’s practice with a lap time of 1:57.911 on his Prima Pramac Racing Ducati Desmosedici, but the top 14 riders in the session were covered by just 1.043 seconds.
Aleix Espargaro, the winner of the British Grand Prix in 2023, was second-best with a 1:57.956 on his factory Aprilia RS-GP.
Two-time and defending World Champion Francesco “Pecco” Bagnaia was third-fastest with a time of 1:58.030 around the 3.7-mile (5.9 km) course.
Bagnaia’s teammate Enea Bastianini turned a fourth-quickest 1:58.190.
Jack Miller continued his strong run on Friday with a 1:58.260 on his Red Bull KTM, placing him fifth in the session.
Other riders finishing the session in the top 10 and advancing straight to Qualifying Two (Q2) included Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team Ducati’s Fabio Di Giannantonio (1:58.318), Miller’s teammate Brad Binder (1:58.386), Espargaro’s teammate Maverick Vinales (1:58.389), Di Giannantonio’s teammate Marco Bezzecchi (1:58.506), and Gresini Racing Ducati’s Marc Marquez (1:58.585).
MotoGP FP2
More, from a press release issued by Dorna:
Martin pips Espargaro as Marc Marquez just holds on to a place in Q2
Ducati and Aprilia are split by 0.045s on Day 1 at Silverstone as the main title contenders all slot inside the top 10
Friday, 02 August 2024
A late flyer from Jorge Martin saw the Prima Pramac Racing star set the early weekend pace at the Monster Energy British Grand Prix, as the #89 edged out 2023 Silverstone victor Aleix Espargaro (Aprilia Racing) by 0.045s after clocking a 1:57.911. World Championship leader Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati Lenovo Team) bagged P3, with the #1 lurking just 0.119s away from his main title challenger as it stands.
It wasn’t an ideal start to Friday afternoon for a pair of Ducatis as both Enea Bastianini (Ducati Lenovo Team) and Marco Bezzecchi (Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team) were forced to stop due to some form of issue with their respective machines.
Meanwhile, Maverick Viñales (Aprilia Racing) was the early pacesetter, but as we’ve come to expect, the closing 15 minutes was where the thick of the action took place in Practice 1. There were movements aplenty as the other factory Aprilia, Espargaro, climbed to the summit with the clock ticking down, but it was time attack specialist Martin who managed to clinch Friday’s honours with that late time.
Bagnaia also improved towards the end of the session, with teammate Bastianini leaving it until his last lap to set a personal best – the ‘Beast’ ending the day in P4 despite those early bike gremlins. Jack Miller (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) ended Free Practice 1 in P4 and backed that up with a P5 in the afternoon to remind everyone what he’s capable of, with Fabio Di Giannantonio (Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team) fronting the GP23 charge in P6.
Miller’s teammate Brad Binder ensured both factory KTM’s are automatically in the Q2 scrap on Saturday morning, with Viñales slipping down the order but holding onto a P8 – job done for Top Gun, but the former Silverstone winner will be hunting for more.
Bezzecchi and Marc Marquez (Gresini Racing MotoGP™) were the final two riders to slot inside the top 10, with the eight-time World Champion – who suffered a crash in FP1 – just 0.057s away from finding himself in Q1.
The all-important times for Saturday’s action at the British GP can be found below as qualifying and the Tissot Sprint beckons following an intriguing opening day.
FP2: 10:10 (UTC +1)
Q1: 10:50
Q2: 11.15
Tissot Sprint: 15:00
Canet claims lap record Friday top spot
A new Moto2™ Silverstone lap record handed Aron Canet (Fantic Racing) top honours on Friday at the Monster Energy British Grand Prix, with the Spaniard’s 2:03.602 time just under three tenths quicker than Celestino Vietti (Red Bull KTM Ajo) in second place. The leading pair were the only riders to venture into the 2:03s on Day 1, with Tony Arbolino (Elf Marc VDS Racing Team) rounding out the top three, 0.457s away from Canet.
– Jake Dixon (CFMOTO Inde Aspar Team) goes into Saturday’s action in P7 as the home crowd favourite aims to build on a solid Friday outing.
– The top two in the title chase and MT Helmets – MSI teammates, Ai Ogura and Sergio Garcia, are P4 and P8 respectively at the end of play on Friday, with the latter suffering a crash in the afternoon that hampered his Practice 1.
Enjoy Moto2™ Practice at 09:25, with qualifying getting underway at 13:45 on Saturday.
Veijer a step ahead on Friday despite afternoon crash
Despite a crash in the afternoon, Collin Veijer (Liqui Moly Husqvarna Intact GP) topped the Moto3™ times on Friday at Silverstone as the Dutchman set a 2:09.565 to end the day a healthy 0.387s clear of second place Ivan Ortola (MT Helmet – MSI). Rookie Jacob Roulstone (Red Bull GASGAS Tech3) claimed an impressive P3 in Practice 1 to act as one of three riders to get within half a second of Veijer’s effort.
– The other rider to do so was home hero Scott Ogden (Fibre Tec Honda – MLav Racing). The British star enjoyed a fruitful day at the office and heads into qualifying day P4 on the timesheets.
– World Championship leader David Alonso (CFMOTO Valresa Aspar Team) was another title chaser to crash on Friday afternoon, with the Colombian ending Day 1 in P6, 0.597s adrift of the summit.
Tune into Moto3™ Practice 2 at 08:40 local time (UTC +2) before the lightweight class go qualifying at 12:50.
Aron Canet was the man to beat during Moto2 World Championship practice Friday at the Silverstone Circuit, in England. After leading practice Friday morning, the Spanish veteran topped Friday afternoon’s practice session with a new lap record time. Riding his Pirelli-shod Fantic Racing Kalex, Canet navigated the 3.7-mile (5.9 km) track in 2:03.602, breaking Marco Bezzecchi’s 2021 All-Time Lap Record of 2:03.988.
Red Bull KTM Ajo Kalex rider Celestino Vietti was also under the old lap record with a 2:03.896, but he had to settle for second-best in the session.
Tony Arbolino was third with a 2:04.059 on his Elf Marc VDS Racing Team Kalex.
American Joe Roberts finished the session ranked 10th with a 2:04.319 on his OnlyFans American Racing Team Kalex.
Moto2 FP2
Colin Veijer led Moto3 World Championship practice Friday afternoon at Silverstone Circuit, in England. On board his Pirelli-shod Liqui Moly Intact GP Husqvarna, the Dutch rider navigated the 3.7-mile (5.9 km) course in 2:09.565, eclipsing the new All-Time Lap Record of 2:09.600 set by David Alonso in Friday morning’s practice session.
Moto3 FP2
Jorge Martin topped MotoGP World Championship practice Friday morning at Silverstone Circuit, in central England. The title contender recorded a best lap time of 1:59.383 on his Michelin-equipped Prima Pramac Ducati Desmosedici, topping the field of 23 riders.
Maverick Vinales was the best of the rest with a 1:59.473 on his factory Aprilia RS-GP.
Vinales’ teammate Aleix Espargaro, who is retiring at the end of the season, was third at 1:59.719.
Jack Miller made it three makes in the top four with a 1:59.727 on his Red Bull KTM Factory Racing RC 16.
Martin’s teammate Franco Morbidelli rounded out the top five with a lap time of 1:59.803.
MotoGP FP1
Aron Canet was quickest during Moto2 World Championship practice Friday morning at the Silverstone Circuit, in England. On board his Pirelli-shod Fantic Racing Kalex, the Spaniard covered the historic 3.7-mile (5.9 km) track in 2:04.021. That was good enough to lead the field of 31 riders and came very close to breaking Marco Bezzecchi’s 2021 All-Time Lap Record of 2:03.988.
Somkiat Chantra was second-best with a time of 2:04.284 on his Idemitsu Honda Team Asia Kalex.
Manuel Gonzalez, riding his QJMOTOR Gresini Moto2 Kalex, was third-fastest with a lap at 2:04.381.
American Joe Roberts was sixth in the session with a time of 2:04.566 on his OnlyFans American Racing Team Kalex.
Moto2 FP1
David Alonso was fastest during Moto3 World Championship practice Friday morning at Silverstone Circuit, in England. Riding his CFMOTO Valresa Aspar Team machine on Pirelli control tires, the young Colombian lapped the 3.7-mile (5.9 km) course in 2:09.600 to lead the field of 25 riders. That lap time also smashed Romano Fenati’s 2021 All-Time Lap Record of 2:10.619 by more than one second.
Moto3 FP1
On the Front Cover: Francesco Bagnaia (1) is in an all-Ducati-rider battle for the
2024 MotoGP World Championship. One problem they don’t have is eye-blurring chatter. Photo by Gigi Soldana/DPPI Media.
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Inside Info: MV Agusta Superveloce 1000 Serie Oro, Ducati 1103cc Panigale V4 S, Honda Automatic E-Clutch, and more…
Historic Racebike Illustrations: 1966 McIntyre Matchless G50
Intro: Riding ContiAttack SM 2 Tires In The Alps
Quick Look: Return Of The KTM 790 Duke
Track Test: Riding Alpha Racing’s Excellent BMW M 1000 RR
Racer Profile: Mallory Dobbs, In The Women’s World Championship
Collections: The Moto Talbott Museum Is One Man’s Vision
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MotoGP Analysis: Chatter Can Blur A Rider’s Vision
MotoAmerica Superbike: Beaubier And Herrin Win At Laguna
MotoGP Analysis: Why Ducati’s Davide Tardozzi Celebrates Big!
Interview: Trackhouse Racing’s Davide Brivio Has A Plan
WorldSBK: Toprak’s Perfect 10 Wins Straight
COLUMNS
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Christy LaCurelle Selected as President and Chief Executive Officer of
MIC, MSF, SVIA, and ROHVA
IRVINE, Calif., August 1, 2024 — The independent boards of the Motorcycle Industry Council, Motorcycle Safety Foundation, Specialty Vehicle Institute of America, and the Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association voted to select Christy LaCurelle as President and Chief Executive Officer of all four powersports associations, representing stakeholders across the industry.
“I have made it my life’s work to help as many people as possible learn and love life on two, three, and four wheels, and being able to bring my marketing expertise and powersports passion to lead these associations is a privilege,” said LaCurelle. “I am looking forward to working with the teams to get more people riding and driving, to take training, and to always practice safe riding and driving habits whether they are on the road or the trail.”
LaCurelle has a track record of building platforms and teams that create engaged riders and safety enthusiasts.
“With Christy’s twenty years of experience, spanning all aspects of powersports, and deep industry connections, she will be able to hit the ground running and lead the teams to continued success,” said Derek Brooks, Chair of the Motorcycle Industry Council.
“Christy’s work and long-standing commitment to motorcycle safety will serve riders, RiderCoaches, and the broader training community well,” said Croft Long, Chair of the Motorcycle Safety Foundation. “We are looking forward to her leading the MSF team in rider education expansion, recruiting more RiderCoaches, and growing the interest and demand for rider safety and education.”
“Earlier this year, the boards assembled a search committee to identify a leader for all four associations. I would like to thank the internal teams for their patience through this search process. This comprehensive process enabled us to connect with many qualified candidates and ultimately find that Christy is the best person to lead the organizations and its talents to seize opportunities and work through challenges with success,” said Marc-Andre Deschenes, Chair of the Specialty Vehicle Institute of America.
“I want to thank Scott Schloegel and Diana Sanchez for assuming the additional responsibility of leading these associations while we conducted this extensive search process. Despite already having enormous workloads, Scott and Diana graciously and deftly led the staff through this time of tremendous change while achieving some remarkable results,” said Ryan Stiver, Chair of the Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association. “Scott and Diana have ensured these associations will have a seamless transition for Christy to take us into the next chapter.”
LaCurelle’s first day at the Associations will be September 3. Schloegel and Sanchez will remain in their current roles through September 3.
“I am looking forward to joining the team, learning about the work, and leading the team to greater results in the future,” said LaCurelle.
MOTORCYCLE INDUSTRY COUNCIL
The Motorcycle Industry Council, under its marquee market expansion brand, Ride With Us, is working to introduce everyone to the incomparable thrill of riding a motorcycle. The MIC is a not-for-profit trade association representing motorcycle manufacturers, distributors, aftermarket companies, dealers, retailers, and a variety of related organizations providing vital support to the powersports industry. The MIC advocates for fair policy and regulatory environments, works to deliver valuable data to the industry, and strives to bring the joy of riding to everyone, everywhere.
Established in 1914, the MIC is headquartered in Irvine, Calif., with a government relations office in metropolitan Washington, D.C. Keep up with the industry association on X @followMIC, online at MIC.org, and through the weekly MIC RideReport.
MOTORCYCLE SAFETY FOUNDATION
The Motorcycle Safety Foundation promotes safety through rider training and education, operator licensing tests, and public information programs. MSF works with the federal government, state agencies, the military, and others to offer training for all skill levels so riders can enjoy a lifetime of safe, responsible motorcycling. Standards established by MSF have been recognized worldwide since 1973. The MSF is a not-for-profit organization endorsed by American Honda Motor Co., Inc.; BMW Motorrad USA; BRP, Inc.; Harley-Davidson Motor Company, Inc.; Indian Motorcycle; Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.; KTM North America, Inc.; Suzuki Motor USA, LLC; Triumph Motorcycles America; and Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. For safety information or to enroll in an MSF Basic RiderCourse near you, or to learn more about the many other MSF course offerings, visit MSF-USA.org or call (800) 446-9227. Follow @msf__usa to keep up with MSF on X, Facebook, and Instagram.
SPECIALTY VEHICLE INSTITUTE OF AMERICA
The Specialty Vehicle Institute of America is the not-for-profit national industry association promoting safe and responsible use of all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) through rider training, public awareness campaigns, and state legislation. The SVIA also works to preserve access to off-road riding areas and expand riding opportunities. Accredited by the American National Standards Institute, the SVIA develops standards for equipment, configuration, and performance requirements of ATVs. Based in Irvine, Calif., the SVIA is sponsored by American Honda Motor Co., Inc.; BRP, Inc.; CFMOTO Powersports, Inc.; Champion Motorsports Group, LLC; Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.; Polaris Inc.; Suzuki Motor USA, LLC; Textron Specialized Vehicles; and Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. Visit SVIA.org. For safety information or to enroll in the ATV RiderCourse nearest you, visit ATVSafety.org or call (800) 887-2887.
RECREATIONAL OFF-HIGHWAY VEHICLE ASSOCIATION
The Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association is the not-for-profit national industry association promoting safe and responsible use of ROVs (also called side-by-sides or UTVs). Accredited by the American National Standards Institute, ROHVA develops standards for the equipment, configuration, and performance requirements of ROVs.
Based in Irvine, Calif., ROHVA is sponsored by American Honda Motor Co., Inc.; BRP, Inc.; Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.; Polaris Inc.; Textron Specialized Vehicles; and Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. For safety information or to enroll in the ROV Basic DriverCourse nearest you, visit ROHVA.org or call (866) 267-2751.
Wayne Rainey Says Thanks After Record-Setting “Rainey’s Ride To The Races” At Laguna Seca
A Record Amount Of $215,00 In Donations To Roadracing World Action Fund For Soft Barrier Purchases
Hello Everyone,
First of all, I want to thank everybody who took part in this year’s “Rainey’s Ride to the Races.” We had a record number of riders and raised a record amount of $215,000 in donations for the Roadracing World Action Fund. The highlight for me every year is inviting the Legends who come and give back to this generation of racers with their time and commitment to improve rider safety. I know all the Legends had a good time both on and off the bikes.
The fourth annual “Rainey’s Ride to the Races” was a huge success and again set a new record for the amount of money raised for the Roadracing World Action Fund, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The donations are used to purchase Airfence and Alpina soft barriers that help keep our athletes safe. Over the past four years “Rainey’s Ride to the Races” has raised over $500,000 for the Roadracing World Action Fund.
We had close to 100 riders heading out on the ride from the Moto Talbott Motorcycle Museum on the Friday of our race weekend at Laguna Seca. And they were joined by nine motorcycle racing legends – Eddie Lawson, Bubba Shobert, Rick Johnson, Scott Parker, Doug Chandler, Thomas Stevens, Miguel Duhamel, Ben Spies and John Kocinski. We had a better VIP experience this year using existing track facilities for lunch, and other weekend events, with the highlight always being a couple of laps around Laguna with the Legends.
Again, I want to thank again all the riders who helped us raise a record donation amount of over $215,000 this year for the RWAF, especially the Terry Vance Family Foundation, Mission Food’s Juan Gonzales and Robb Talbott for their incredibly generous contributions.
Additionally, I’d like to thank the California Highway Patrol for keeping everyone safe, Gordon McCall for again leading the ride, WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca and, of course, MotoAmerica and the MotoAmerica team who helped make this ride possible.
I’m already looking forward to the fifth annual Ride. See you all next year.
Wayne Rainey
For more information on the Roadracing World Action Fund, visit https://www.roadracingworld.com/actionfund/about/
