British Superbike: Race One Results From Cadwell Park

David Swarts

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August 25, 2024

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British Superbike: Race One Results From Cadwell Park

BSB R1
BSB Points after R1

More, from a press release issued by MotorSport Vision Racing:

Ryde romps to third victory of the season in first Cadwell Park contest

OMG GRILLA Yamaha’s Kyle Ryde powered to the Bennetts British Superbike Race One win at Cadwell Park, as he beat local favourite Lee Jackson by 0.791secs in the opening battle of the weekend.

Ryde stormed past polesitter Jason O’Halloran as the pack headed into Coppice for the first time, and although the Completely Motorbikes Kawasaki rider moved back ahead at Charlies it wasn’t to last, as Ryde charged past to hit the front again at Park.

Behind, Charlie Nesbitt settled into third, just ahead of MasterMac Honda team-mate Jackson as the pack completed the opening lap – while disaster struck for Ryde’s team-mate Ryan Vickers, who was hit with a technical problem and forced to retire.

Up front, Ryde looked solid and in control as he took charge, quickly building a comfortable half second lead which proved untouchable as the race continued.

Behind, reigning champion Tommy Bridewell was on a charge. After starting in 12th position, he wasted no time in starting to pick off the riders ahead and after a move on the ROKiT Haslam Racing BMW Motorrad’s Leon Haslam, was up to sixth by the end of the fourth lap.

On lap six, Jackson passed Nesbitt to move third and started to reel in O’Halloran, passing him for second on lap 12 as behind, Bridewell was pressuring Hager PBM Ducati’s Glenn Irwin, passing him for fifth a lap later as Nesbitt also found his way past O’Halloran to move into third.

Irwin wasn’t to going to give up his spot easily and made a determined move back past his rival into the chicane, with Bridewell running subsequently on the grass briefly as the pair’s rivalry again ignited.

The top three wasn’t to change as the final five laps ticked by, but both Bridewell and Irwin were still fighting hard, Bridewell getting back ahead with a move up the inside at Park on the penultimate lap and this time, Irwin had no answer.

As the pack headed into the final lap, Ryde had around a second in hand and was in no danger, but O’Halloran lost out again, as both Bridewell and Irwin got past, dropping him to sixth.

Ryde crossed the line 0.791s clear of Jackson, as Nesbitt was third, Bridewell fourth, Irwin fifth and O’Halloran sixth.

FHO Racing BMW Motorrad’s Josh Brookes won the battle of the BMWs as he finished seventh ahead of Haslam in eighth, as Billy McConnell secured ninth for the C&L Fairburn Properties/Look Forward Racing Honda squad and Danny Buchan rounded out the top 10 on the DAO Racing Kawasaki.

Today’s result keeps Bridewell at the top of the championship standings, as Ryde remains second and Oxford Products Racing Ducati’s Christian Iddon holds onto third, despite a tough race where he was handed a two-second penalty for course-cutting, finishing 13th.

Andrew Irwin (Honda Racing UK) did not start race one after being declared unfit following a heavy crash in Free Practice 3, and will be reviewed by the BSB Medical Team tomorrow.

Kyle Ryde

OMG GRILLA Racing Yamaha

“I carried as much consistency as I could throughout the race. At one point I thought that my lap timer and dashboard had got stuck as I kept doing the same lap time!

“I’m buzzing really, after getting second twice last year, I think I deserved a win. It feels surreal, I didn’t think I’d be on the podium after Friday night, I was so far behind Ryan [Vickers], it was a bit scary. But I made a big step in qualifying which put me on the front row, and with Ryan and Tommy [Bridewell] not really setting a lap time, I knew I had to try and make the most of it and get as many points back as possible.

“It wasn’t that much, Tommy rode a great race to come from 14th or 15th back to fourth, so he’s going to be a big doer tomorrow, so will Lee [Jackson]. But after the start to the weekend, I’m over the moon just to be stood here talking to you, the win is just a massive bonus.”

British Superbike: O’Halloran On Pole At Cadwell Park

David Swarts

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August 25, 2024

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British Superbike: O’Halloran On Pole At Cadwell Park

BSB Qual

More, from a press release issued by MotorSport Vision Racing:

The O Show banks Cadwell Pole in wet Omologato Superpole

Jason O’Halloran stormed to pole position in the closing seconds of Omologato Superpole at Cadwell Park, beating Kyle Ryde by 0.138secs.

It was a dramatic final few minutes in the session, held under the wet condition format after rain appeared during Speedy Hire Qualifying One, as the top spot swapped between a number of riders.

The drama started at the very beginning, as championship contender Ryan Vickers crashed his OMG GRILLA Yamaha before he’d even set a lap time, ruling him out of the rest of the session.

And moments later, defending champion Tommy Bridewell suffered a similar fate as he too crashed without banking a fast lap.

Billy McConnell was the first rider to top the timesheets on the C&L Fairburn/ Look Forward Racing Honda, but was quickly deposed by local favourite Lee Jackson on the MasterMac Honda, as the lap times settled around the mid 1m26s mark.

With eight minutes to go, OMG GRILLA Yamaha’s Ryde moved ahead as behind, the likes of DAO Racing Kawasaki’s Danny Buchan and Leon Haslam on the ROKiT Haslam Racing BMW found themselves in a battle for the front row, before Jackson moved back ahead with a 1m26.254s on his fifth lap.

With two minutes to go, Hager PBM Ducati’s Glenn Irwin, one of the three who made it through Speedy Hire Qualifying, jumped up to P1, but quickly dropped back to second as Ryde once again hit the top.

But the best was still to come, as Completely Motorbikes Kawasaki’s O’Halloran, who had been steadily running in the top six, stuck in an impressive 1min25.916s lap to hit the top – and stayed there.

O’Halloran will head the grid for Race One with Ryde second and Charlie Nesbitt – who set his best lap in the final moments – third as team-mate Jackson had to make do with fourth at the flag, with Irwin fifth.

Haslam will start sixth, ahead of Buchan, with FHO Racing BMW Motorrad’s Josh Brookes eighth, as McConnell and McAMS Racing Yamaha rider Danny Kent round out the top 10.

Oxford Products Racing Ducati’s Christian Iddon will line up 11th, ahead of Storm Stacey on the LKQ Euro Car Parts Kawasaki, as Bridewell and Vickers start 13th and 14th respectively.

It was a double blow for Honda Racing UK in qualifying as Andrew Irwin has been withdrawn from today’s action following a heavy crash in Free Practice 3. He was assessed by the BSB Medical Team and declared unfit following the crash and his situation will be reviewed no earlier than tomorrow morning.

Danny Kent has received three penalty points and will start 13th on the grid following a three position grid penalty for riding slowly on the racing line, which contributed to Andrew Irwin’s crash.

Video: MotoAmerica Super Hooligan Action Headed To COTA

David Swarts

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August 25, 2024

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Video: MotoAmerica Super Hooligan Action Headed To COTA

In this video, Roland Sands Design (RSD) looks back at the MotoAmerica Mission Super Hooligan action at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course with lots of behind-the-scenes footage and interviews.

The RSD Mission Super Hooligan class will be back in action September 13-15 at Circuit of The Americas, in Austin, Texas.

British Superbike: Vickers Quickest In Practice At Cadwell Park

David Swarts

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August 24, 2024

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British Superbike: Vickers Quickest In Practice At Cadwell Park

BSB FP1 + FP2

More, from a press release issued by MotorSport Vision Racing (MSVR):

Vickers leads Jackson as race one beckons at Cadwell Park

Ryan Vickers was back at the top of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship Free Practice times at Cadwell Park as the OMG GRILLA Yamaha Racing rider topped the combined times in changeable conditions in Lincolnshire.

The times tumbled in the afternoon session after the earlier rain halted, but by the end of Free Practice two the showers returned and it was a hectic final ten minutes as riders pushed to be inside the top 12 to automatically qualify for Omologato Superpole tomorrow.

Vickers hit the top of the times at the halfway point and then upped the pace to maintain his position ahead of his rivals with the battle for the top three switching constantly until the final five minutes when Lee Jackson surged into second on the MasterMac Honda.

Reigning champion Tommy Bridewell moved into third for Honda Racing UK, nudging Danny Buchan into fourth on the DAO Racing Kawasaki, whilst Jason O’Halloran launched into fifth in the closing stages on the Completely Motorbikes Kawasaki.

Andrew Irwin was sixth fastest ahead of Kyle Ryde, who left it late to surge into the top 12 on the second of the OMG GRILLA Yamaha Racing R1s, with Christian Iddon completing the top eight.

Charlie Nesbitt held ninth position, making it both MasterMac Hondas in the top 12 ahead of Team LKQ Euro Car Parts Kawasaki’s Storm Stacey. Danny Kent and Josh Brookes were the riders completing the riders automatically heading into Omologato Superpole.

Leon Haslam and Peter Hickman were the first riders to narrowly miss out and will have to progress through tomorrow’s Speedy Hire Q1 session, as will Hager PBM Ducati’s Glenn Irwin in 19th position.

Bennetts British Superbike Championship, Cadwell Park, Combined Free Practice result:

1. Ryan Vickers (OMG GRILLA Yamaha Racing) 1m37.026s

2. Lee Jackson (MasterMac Honda) +0.620s

3. Tommy Bridewell (Honda Racing UK) +0.654s

4. Danny Buchan (DAO Racing Kawasaki) +0.792s

5. Jason O’Halloran (Completely Motorbikes Kawasaki) +1.067s

6. Andrew Irwin (Honda Racing UK) +1.173s

7. Kyle Ryde (OMG GRILLA Yamaha Racing) +1.205s

8. Christian Iddon (Oxford Products Racing Ducati) +1.254s

9. Charlie Nesbitt (MasterMac Honda) +1.488s

10. Storm Stacey (LKQ Euro Car Parts Kawasaki) +1.539s

11. Danny Kent (McAMS Racing Yamaha) +1.642s

12. Josh Brookes (FHO Racing BMW Motorrad) +1.747s

For more information on the Bennetts British Superbike Championship visit www.britishsuperbike.com

Ryan Vickers

OMG GRILLA Racing Yamaha

“I am feeling really good here at Cadwell Park. We only did a few laps in the first session today as it was really wet and as we went to go for our second run it really started again so it was risk over reward and the rest of the weekend’s forecast is looking dry so we left it until FP2.

“It was wet again this afternoon, unfortunately it started dry and then rained again but we did get a drying track and I was feeling really good and the bike was great. We made some set-up changes between the sessions and the bike felt great. We were top of the timesheets by some margin and finished 0.6 quicker in all conditions so I am happy.

“I got into the 25s last night in the test during the dry conditions and quicker than what I thought we would be at on the first night as last year I was only a tenth quicker last year on the SCX tyre, so I thought it would be a bit harder.

“The bike is feeling great and we have improved it since last year and the team are working fantastic. We are seeing some great performance from both me and the bike so I am enjoying it and being here. The fans are out there no matter what the weather; whether it is 30 degrees or 10 degrees so fair play to them and I love seeing all their posts on social media from the Mountain!”

Paul Puma Named President Of USMCA

David Swarts

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August 24, 2024

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The USMCA Announces Wells Fargo’s Paul Puma as President

Temecula, California – The United States Motorcycle Coaching Association (USMCA) is excited to announce Paul Puma, Relationship Manager for Wells Fargo Inventory Finance’s Motorsports Division, as the new USMCA president, succeeding Christy LaCurelle. This transition marks a new chapter for the USMCA as it continues to champion excellence in motorcycle coaching and promote safety and skill development across the nation.

Puma, who has been an integral part of USMCA for two years, will bring a fresh vision to the role. Under Paul’s leadership, the USMCA aims to enhance its programs, expand coach outreach and strengthen its commitment to advancing the sport.

“It’s a tremendous honor that the USMCA board has selected me for this position,” said Puma. “I have been a motorcycle enthusiast since I was three years old, and my passion is to grow the motorsports industry. The USMCA is an amazing organization to facilitate this effort. I am so excited to work with the fantastic USMCA team and others in this sport to train enthusiasts of all ages. Our goal is to make better riders through our network of over 400 committed and certified coaches.”

Puma, an industry veteran with 25 years’ experience in finance, has worked in various leadership roles for outdoor products and motorsports division for Wells Fargo. Prior to joining Wells Fargo, Puma held leadership positions for General Electric working with companies’ needing floorplanning financing, which included motorsports and marine.

Christy LaCurelle, who has led the USMCA for the past four years, will continue to be a valued member of the USMCA board of directors and provide support during the transition period.

“The USMCA was born out of a need to have a trusted and consistent process that riders and parents of riders could rely on when selecting a coach. In the past seven years, we have brought the coaching number to over 400 coaches and created a great platform with the Motorcycle Coaching App to make it easier than ever to connect riders to coaches. Paul and the Wells Fargo team have been along for this ride and he knows how to continue this great work. I know the organization is in good hands with Paul and our amazing network of coaches. I’m excited for this next chapter and to continue to be part of the process that is growing our sport,” stated Christy LaCurelle, USMCA board member.

For more information about the USMCA and becoming a certified coach, please visit USMCA.org. If you are looking to get connected to a certified USMCA coach, download the MotorcycleCoaching.org mobile app.

About Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) is a leading financial services company that has approximately $1.9 trillion in assets. We provide a diversified set of banking, investment and mortgage products and services, as well as consumer and commercial finance, through our four reportable operating segments: Consumer Banking and Lending, Commercial Banking, Corporate and Investment Banking, and Wealth & Investment Management. Wells Fargo ranked No. 34 on Fortune’s 2024 rankings of America’s largest corporations. In the communities we serve, the company focuses its social impact on building a sustainable, inclusive future for all by supporting housing affordability, small business growth, financial health, and a low-carbon economy. News, insights, and perspectives from Wells Fargo are also available at Wells Fargo Stories.

Additional information may be found at www.wellsfargo.com and LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wellsfargo

About the U.S. Motorcycle Coaching Association (USMCA)

USMCA is an association where riders and parents can connect to motorcycle coaches they can trust through the network, www.MotorcycleCoaching.org.

All USMCA Certified Coaches are required to adhere to a code of conduct, pass a background check and hold certifications in abuse prevention, CPR/First Aid, concussion protocol, heat illness & cardiac arrest training.

For more information on the USMCA or become a USMCA Certified Coach, visit www.USMCA.org.

Barber Vintage Festival Is Less Than 50 Days Away

David Swarts

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August 23, 2024

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Barber Vintage Festival Is Less Than 50 Days Away

Barber Vintage Festival Presented by BMW: 50 Days Until the 19th Annual Celebration of Motorcycle History

The unparalleled event features Kenny Roberts as the Grand Marshal

BIRMINGHAM, ALA – It’s time to gear up for the highly anticipated 19th annual Barber Vintage Festival presented by BMW! The event is just 50 days away and the excitement is building for one of the most prestigious and exhilarating motorcycle festivals of the year, taking place from October 11 – 13 at the world-renowned Barber Motorsports Park in Birmingham, Alabama.

The Barber Vintage Festival includes AHRMA historic road races. Photo courtesy Barber Motorsports Park. — The Barber Vintage Festival includes AHRMA historic road races. Photo courtesy Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum.

This year’s festival promises to be a landmark event featuring legendary motorcycle racer Kenny Roberts serving as the Grand Marshal. Roberts is the first American-born Grand Prix World Champion, and winner of three consecutive premier-class world titles, a two-time AMA Grand Slam winner, two-time AMA Grand National Champion, Daytona 200 winner, who along the way reinvented riding techniques and was a catalyst for rider safety. It’s no wonder they call him “King” Kenny. He will lead the festivities with special events throughout the weekend. The Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum is now home for his 1980 Yamaha YZR500 Championship motorcycle and Kenny Roberts Jr’s 2000 Suzuki RGV500 championship bike. Both will be on display in the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum inside the park.

Kenny Lee Roberts' 2000 World Championship-winning Suzuki RGV500 (left) and "King Kenny" Roberts' 1980 World Championship-winning Yamaha YZR500 (right) in the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum. Photo courtesy Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum. — Kenny Lee Roberts’ 2000 World Championship-winning Suzuki RGV500 (left) and “King Kenny” Roberts’ 1980 World Championship-winning Yamaha YZR500 (right) in the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum. Photo courtesy Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum.

Event Highlights:

Exciting On-Track Action: The event features thrilling racing action with multiple AHRMA race classes, including vintage bike races that highlight the rich history of the sport. Racers will compete on the Barber Motorsports Park’s world-renowned track. This year’s event will not only feature flat-track racing, but a NEW classic style motocross course at Barber Motorsports Park, making its debut with vintage bikes.

Swap Meet & Vendor Village: Browse through a vast array of parts, accessories, and memorabilia at the swap meet with over 500 vendors. This swap meet is considered the largest in the country!

“King” Kenny Roberts as Grand Marshal: Kickoff Barber Vintage Festival with a bike reveal featuring Kenny Roberts inside Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum on Friday at 2:00pm. On Saturday, you won’t want to miss Roberts on the 1980 championship Yamaha YZR500 for solo exhibition laps at 11:15am, followed by a Fan Walk and autograph session in the paddock. Don’t miss your opportunity to interact with a motorcycle racing legend all weekend long, both on the track and in the museum.

Fan-Favorite Attractions: Kids 15 & under get in free and will enjoy a range of activities designed for motorcycle enthusiasts and families alike. The weekend includes live music performances, bike shows, a Kids Zone with inflatables, the Wall of Death and Globe of Death.

BMW Motorrad Days Americas: Join us in the Fan Zone for the return of BMW Motorrad Days Americas with live music, interactive games, bike displays and beer gardens!

Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum: Certified by the Guinness Book of World Records as the largest collection of motorcycles in the world, the five-story living museum is a sight to behold for any motorsports enthusiast. Special access to the basement restoration shop is planned for the weekend, with daily engine fire-ups of a variety of vehicles at 10am and 2pm, right where many of the vehicles on display were restored. The museum is a family-friendly spot for education, exploration and inspiration that features over a century of motorcycle design.

Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum Seminars: The weekend will feature daily technical and historical seminars inside the museum and interviews and autograph sessions with “King” Kenny and his son, Kenny Jr. Limited edition autograph cards will be available exclusively inside the museum.

“We are thrilled to have Kenny Roberts join us as Grand Marshal for this year’s Barber Vintage Festival,” said Brian Case, Executive Director of Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum. “His contributions to motorcycle racing are legendary, and his presence will undoubtedly make this year’s event even more memorable for fans and participants alike.”

Event tickets are $45 per day on Friday and Saturday, and $30 on Sunday. Kids 15 and under get in free with a ticketed adult. Motorcycle parking is free and weekend car parking can be purchased for $40. Event tickets and parking can be purchased online at barbervintagefestival.org. For more information on event details, schedules, and ticketing, please visit the official festival website. Museum members access the museum for free, with daily $22 tickets for the museum, $40 weekend passes, and $60 memberships available for pre-sales at www.BarberMuseum.org.

Join us for a weekend of celebration, nostalgia, and high-octane excitement as we honor the rich heritage of motorcycling at the 19th Annual Barber Vintage Festival presented by BMW.

Ride On Motorcycle Training Offering ChampStreet Program In Colorado

David Swarts

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August 23, 2024

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Ride On Motorcycle Training Offering ChampStreet Program In Colorado

Ride On Motorcycle Training LLC (Ride On) will offer ChampStreet™ by Yamaha Champions Riding School at select Denver locations.

For the first time in the US, the Yamaha Champions Riding School (YCRS) has certified an outside motorcycle training organization to offer the popular ChampStreet™ program designed to drastically improve the safety and enjoyment of street riders.

ChampStreet™ is designed for street riders of all levels. The same “champions habits” apply to all students, whether commuters, tourers or weekend canyon riders; there are just differing degrees of application.

This curriculum is derived from the famed ChampSchool program offered around the United States and scaled to an eight-hour class designed to dramatically increase motorcycle control at real-world speeds. This is the same program taught to the United States Marine Corps in the USMC Level Three CRS training, and in ChampPD, the high-speed CRS training for police officers.

Yamaha Champions Riding School-certified Coach Jim Wilson (owner of Ride On) and YCRS senior instructor Mark Schellinger will launch the Ride On ChampStreet program to Denver area motorcycle riders later this month.

The first date for this class is Saturday, August 31 at the CODE 303 Douglas County Law Enforcement Track. The class size is limited to 16 students.

For more information about the course and to register, go to https://rideontraining.com/courses/champstreet-course

About Ride On Motorcycle Training

With shared customer service and quality values, Ride On is sponsored by two of Denver’s premier motorcycle dealerships, Fay Myers Motorcycle World and BMW of Denver. Ride On is also proud to be partnered with Yamaha Champions Riding School, Aurora Public Schools, CODE 303 Douglas County Emergency Vehicle Operation Training Center, and Thunder Valley Motocross Park. Ride On has multiple locations in the metro Denver area, with instructors certified by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation and the Colorado Motorcycle Operator Safety Training (MOST) Program.

To learn about Ride On Motorcycle Training, our training locations, courses offered and more:

Visit our website: https://RideOnTraining.com , Call: (303) 838-2427, or email: [email protected]

About Yamaha Champions Riding School

Yamaha Champions Riding School is the nation’s premier motorcycle training program. YCRS is the evolution of the Freddie Spencer High-Performance Riding School and is led by racer, author, and former right-hand man of Spencer, Nick Ienatsch. YCRS uses “Champions Habits” to teach all riders the skills and techniques used by the top riders in the world to go faster, stay safer, or both while concentrating on the way in which modern motorcycles are designed to be ridden. YCRS is dedicated to making all motorcycle riders safer and more in control of their riding, regardless of their type of riding.

For more information visit http://www.champschool.com

British Superbike: Irwin Looking To Rebound At Cadwell Park

David Swarts

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August 22, 2024

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British Superbike: Irwin Looking To Rebound At Cadwell Park

Irwin Aiming To Bounce Back At Cadwell Park

Round eight of the 2024 Bennetts British Superbike Championship heads to Cadwell Park in Lincolnshire this Bank Holiday weekend with Hager PBM Ducati rider Glenn Irwin aiming to consolidate his title bid.

The 34 year old from Northern Ireland has dropped to fourth in the standings following a couple of hefty crashes at both Brands Hatch and Thruxton in the two previous rounds, but hopes to reduce the 47-point gap to series leader Tommy Bridewell as the season heads for the Showdown stage.

Irwin has good reason to be confident as he won two races at the event last year, and finished second behind his then teammate Bridewell in the final outing so is relishing the opportunity to get back to winning ways and add to his six victories already this season.

After this weekend’s action, the scoring system changes slightly with more points on offer at the final three rounds, so Glenn is determined to put on a show for the biggest crowd of the season, and to defend his prestigious Cadwell Park ‘King of the Mountain’ crown which he won in 2023, as he bids to bolster his title hopes.

Glenn Irwin: “It’s always nice to go to Cadwell Park. We’ve had a small test at Knockhill since Thruxton, it was all pretty relaxed and we made excellent progress with the bike which will be key this weekend. I learned a little bit more about my riding so that will help us too. We arrive at Cadwell on the back of two difficult rounds but we know the bike works well there but we are taking nothing for granted. The team has been working hard and have all rallied round and I’m really looking forward to riding at a track which suits our strengths. I’m fully focussed and still have great belief so I’m looking forward to coming away with three solid results.”

Jordan Bird, Joint Team Owner: “Round eight is already upon us and the whole team can’t wait to head to Cadwell Park this weekend as it’s an event we all look forward to. The crowds are always great and the racing is even better. It’s no secret we have had a tough mid-season but it’s time to bounce back and show everyone what we’re made of. We won all three races at Cadwell Park last year and we’re all working harder than ever as it’s going to be an exciting final four rounds of the season. We are looking forward to seeing lots of you trackside this weekend.”

Dr. Carl Price’s Big Italian Racing Adventure

David Swarts

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August 22, 2024

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Dr. Carl Price’s Big Italian Racing Adventure

By David Swarts

You’re the Chief Medical Officer for MotoAmerica and you have the weekend off. What do you do? Go racing, of course! But Dr. Carl Price isn’t just any doctor and he didn’t go to just any race.

On most days, Dr. Price is a board-certified plastic surgeon with a thriving practice called The Center for Plastic Surgery, located in Springfield, Missouri. And about 10 weekends a year, he serves as the Chief Medical Officer for MotoAmerica. Before he became the Chief Medical Officer, however, he was a racer with several point-scoring finishes in MotoAmerica Twins Cup and was a principal of the Robem Engineering Aprilia Twins Cup race team in MotoAmerica, which won the Championship with Kaleb De Keyrel in 2021.

Dr. Carl Price, MD (532) in action at the Mugello Circuit, during an Aprilia RS 660 Trofeo event at a round of the CIV/Italian National Championship. Photo courtesy Dr. Carl Price.

Recently, between the MotoAmerica rounds at Brainerd International Raceway in Minnesota and Ridge Motorsports Park in Washington, Price decided to enter a race…in the Aprilia RS 660 Trofeo, which is part of the CIV/Italian National Championship, at Mugello.

Dr. Carl Price, MD (532) at the Mugello Circuit. Photo courtesy Dr. Carl Price. — Dr. Carl Price, MD at the Mugello Circuit. Photo courtesy Dr. Carl Price.

As a race team owner and sponsor, Price has helped several young riders over the years, and in 2022, he helped Max Toth win the Aprilia RS 660 Trofeo Championship. So, when he saw the opportunity to race at Mugello emerge on his schedule, Price said he called up his friends at the Maurer Racing Team and BK Corse and asked, “Do you happen to have a seat open for an old fat guy to go race? And they did actually have a seat open.

Dr. Carl Price, MD (left) receiving tips from MotoGP Legend and Aprilia RS 660 Trofeo ambassador Loris Capirossi (right) at Mugello. Photo courtesy Dr. Carl Price.

“Mugello is a wonderful track. It’s pretty cool and it’s an easy track to learn, but it’s a really hard track to go fast on. So, to be honest, I kind of sucked in the dry. I wasn’t DFL [Dead F***ing Last], but I was close to it. I think I was 22^nd on the grid, and actually, I ended up finishing that [22^nd] on Saturday in the dry.

“Then it rained on Sunday, and I love to race in the rain. I really do. It’s a great equalizer, as you well know. And so, on Sunday, I started 22nd on the grid and by the second lap I was in ninth place, and I ended up finishing seventh. I was actually the top finisher on the team. I beat all the other guys on the team. So, old dogs rule!”

Dr. Carl Price, MD (532) with his wife Kathy on the rainy grid at the Mugello Circuit. Photo courtesy Dr. Carl Price.

That would be a good enough story for most to tell, but Dr. Price’s story only got better.

Each motorcycle in the Aprilia RS 660 Trofeo comes with two mechanics, one a professional and second mechanic that is a student from an engineering program at an Italian University. Price’s second mechanic was Marco Rivola, as in the son of Aprilia Racing CEO Massimo Rivola.

Dr. Carl Price, MD (532) on his way to finishing seventh in Aprilia RS 660 Trofeo Race Two at Mugello. Photo courtesy Dr. Carl Price.

“Marco was the nicest kid you’d ever know, and he was very good with the data,” said Price. “He was actually using Massimo’s computer.

Dr. Carl Price MD (left) with friend, tuner, and fellow racer Michael Copoulus (right) at Aprilia Racing headquarters in Noale, Italy. Photo courtesy Dr. Carl Price. — Dr. Carl Price MD (left) with friend, tuner, and fellow racer Michael Copoulos (right) at Aprilia Racing headquarters in Noale, Italy. Photo courtesy Dr. Carl Price.

“I know Massimo from when we ran the Robem Engineering Aprilia team, so on Monday we went to Aprilia Racing headquarters in Noale for a little tour. Massimo is an absolute gentleman, and we were in his office talking to him for a while. Then a guy comes in and reminds him of something [in Italian]. We walk out and Marco Bezzecchi is sitting there waiting to sign his new contract with Aprilia. Wow! So, Massimo was in there talking to us knowing Bezzecchi was waiting. Like I said, a true gentleman.”

Pipe Dreams Podcast (And Video) E18: Chuck Aksland – Saving Road Racing

David Swarts

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August 21, 2024

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Pipe Dreams Podcast (And Video) E18: Chuck Aksland – Saving Road Racing

MotoAmerica racers Corey Alexander and James Rispoli are excited to release Episode 18 of the Pipe Dreams Podcast, a special collaborative episode produced by MotoAmerica, featuring COO Chuck Aksland.

Chuck has been the COO of MotoAmerica since its inception and is a driving force behind the current revival of American motorcycle road racing. Due to his low-key persona, many overlook Chuck’s extensive history and heritage as both a racer and a team manager at the highest levels of the sport for over two decades.

We believe it’s crucial not only to share his story but also to gain insights into the current state of MotoAmerica and what the future may hold for the sport. This episode aims to offer a deeper understanding of one of the key decisionmakers shaping the future of American motorcycle racing and the pedigree that justifies those decisions.

Additionally, this episode marks the launch of Pipe Dreams Podcast on MotoAmerica’s very own video streaming platform, MotoAmerica Live+. Subscribers of MA+ can now gain early access to our episodes on the Monday prior to the typical Wednesday, bi-weekly public release on our other various platforms.

We hope you enjoy!

Available on all major podcast platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music, the eighteenth full episode with Chuck is out now. Video of the episode can also be viewed on Spotify or YouTube.

About Pipe Dreams Podcast:

Pipe Dreams Podcast launched in 2023 by MotoAmerica and American Flat Track riders Corey Alexander and James Rispoli in an effort to share the stories of fellow racers and motorsport professionals around the world.

The podcast releases twice per month for streaming on all major platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music, and Youtube. Editing is curated by Sabotno Media. Follow @pipedreams_pod on social media or visit pipedreamspod.com to listen now.

More, from a press release issued by MotoAmerica:

Pipe Dreams Podcast Now An Added Feature On MotoAmerica Live+

Co-Hosted By Racers James Rispoli And Corey Alexander, Pipe Dreams Podcast Set For MotoAmerica Live+ Streaming Service

IRVINE, CA (August 21, 2024) – MotoAmerica, North America’s premier motorcycle road racing series, is pleased to announce that Pipe Dreams Podcast, which is co-hosted by MotoAmerica racers James Rispoli and Corey Alexander, is now being featured as an additional offering on MotoAmerica Live+, the series’ streaming and on-demand service.

Corey Alexander and James Rispoli’s Pipe Dreams Podcast is now being featured as an additional offering on MotoAmerica Live+

The Pipe Dreams Podcast aims to shed light on the trials and tribulations of racers, industry insiders, and professionals. Unlike traditional interviews, each bi-weekly episode delves deep into the lives of the guests, fostering a stronger personal connection between viewers and these remarkable individuals.

Moving forward, every episode will be made available on the Monday prior to public release, exclusively to MotoAmerica Live+ subscribers. Episode 18, featuring an in-depth conversation with MotoAmerica COO Chuck Aksland, is already available on the platform in addition to all prior episodes.

“One of our goals with MotoAmerica Live+ this season has been to add as much additional content to our programming as possible,” Aksland said. “The Pipe Dreams Podcast fits right into that as it is added content for our Live+ subscribers to enjoy when they’re not watching our races either live or on-demand. James (Rispoli) and Corey (Alexander) do a good job on the podcast, and we know our fans will enjoy watching and listening to them.”

For more information and to subscribe to MotoAmerica Live+ visit http://www.motoamericaliveplus.com/details/VIDEO/item/6360462784112

About MotoAmerica

MotoAmerica is North America’s premier motorcycle road racing series. Established in 2014, MotoAmerica is home to the AMA Superbike Championship as well as additional classes including Supersport, Stock 1000, Twins Cup, Junior Cup, and King Of The Baggers. MotoAmerica is an affiliate of KRAVE Group LLC, a partnership including three-time 500cc World Champion, two-time AMA Superbike Champion, and AMA Hall of Famer Wayne Rainey; ex-racer and former manager of Team Roberts Chuck Aksland; motorsports marketing executive Terry Karges; and businessman Richard Varner. For more information, please visit www.MotoAmerica.com and follow MotoAmerica on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and YouTube. To watch all things MotoAmerica, subscribe to MotoAmerica’s live streaming and video on demand service, MotoAmerica Live+

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