33rd Annual Biketoberfest® Rally on Oct. 16-19

Mathilde Gasnier

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September 9, 2025

33rd Annual Biketoberfest® Rally on Oct. 16-19 Part of the 2025 AMA National Gypsy Tour

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla – For the second consecutive year, the 33rd annual Biketoberfest. motorcycle rally in the Daytona Beach area and Volusia County on Oct. 16-19 is a part of the 2025 AMA National Gypsy Tour.

With more than 100 years of history, the AMA National Gypsy Tour is a celebration of the freedom and camaraderie of motorcycling. With 10 total events in 2025 aimed at bringing like-minded riders together, the AMA National Gypsy Tour is one of the longest-running motorcycle series in the country. At each individual event, AMA members can collect official AMA National Gypsy Tour pins to show they attended.

AMA Gypsy Tour pins, as well as other materials that highlight the history of the AMA and American motorcycling, will be distributed at the Daytona Beach Area Convention and Visitors Bureau’s Official Biketoberfest. Welcome Center located trackside at Daytona International Speedway’s Fall Cycle Scene display area.

“AMA National Gypsy Tours have more than 100 years of history at the American Motorcyclist Association,” said AMA Director of Marketing & Communications Joy Burgess, “and we’re proud to once again welcome Biketoberfest as an AMA National Gypsy Tour partner for the second year running. Gypsy Tours celebrate the freedom and camaraderie of motorcycling, and Biketoberfest does that in a huge way in Daytona Beach each year.”

“We’re thrilled to partner with the American Motorcyclist Association and be included on the 2025 AMA Gypsy Tour schedule, which brings increased awareness and promotion to the Biketoberfest motorcycle rally,” said Lori Campbell Baker, Executive Director for the Daytona Beach Area Convention and Visitors Bureau. “We look forward to welcoming motorcycle enthusiasts from around the world to the Daytona Beach area and Volusia County to experience four days of live music, scenic rides, amazing bikes, and the Florida sunshine.”

Among the many highlights of the Biketoberfest rally include live music, industry’s top vendors, bike shows, motorcycle racing at Daytona International Speedway, and miles of scenic rides along famous A1A, historic Main Street and the Ormond Beach Scenic Loop.

For more information on the 2025 Biketoberfest. event, visit www.daytonabeach.com/biketoberfest/.

Wayne Rainey: Grateful For Ride To The Races Support

John Ulrich

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September 8, 2025

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Wayne Rainey: Grateful For Ride To The Races Support

Rainey’s Ride to the Races: Grateful for Your Support

By Wayne Rainey

This year marked the fifth running of “Rainey’s Ride to the Races” at Laguna Seca, and it was another incredible success. Together we raised $142,000 for the Roadracing World Action Fund, bringing our five-year total to over $650,000. That’s something we can all be proud of.

For me, this one was personal. To pull on my leathers and ride a few laps at Laguna Seca–for the first time in 34 years–was a feeling I wasn’t sure I’d ever experience. Riding on a specially prepared Yamaha XSR900GP alongside nine legends of our sport made it unforgettable. Laguna has always been special to me, and that day was filled with emotions I’ll carry forever.

I’m deeply thankful to everyone who came to Laguna Seca for the MotoAmerica races and supported Rainey’s Ride. What started five years ago has grown into something far bigger than I imagined. The ride now has a life of its own, and that’s because of the people who support it year after year.

A huge thanks to the legends who joined in–Kenny Roberts, Eddie Lawson, Bubba Shobert, Freddie Spencer, Kenny Roberts Jr., Rick Johnson, Doug Chandler, Ben Spies, Bud Aksland, Kel Carruthers, and Erv Kanemoto. Their time and commitment help make this event what it is.

At the heart of it all, the goal remains the same: Raising money for the Roadracing World Action Fund charity to purchase Airfence and Alpina soft barriers to protect our riders. No one can put a price on safety, and I’m grateful to everyone who’s donated through the ride and in so many other ways.

I also want to thank the California Highway Patrol for keeping us safe on the road, Gordon McCall for leading the ride, Baja Cantina for hosting the start of the ride, WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, and the entire MotoAmerica team for their support in making this possible.

See you all next year!

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, Talent Cup, Super Hooligan National Championship, 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 MotoAmerica’s social platforms 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+

About The Roadracing World Action Fund

The Roadracing World Action Fund, Inc. is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization dedicated to motorcycle racing safety education. Its mission is to help save lives and prevent injuries on the racetrack by encouraging and facilitating soft barrier deployment at racetracks across the U.S.

To learn more visit https://www.roadracingworld.com/actionfund/news/

MotoAmerica: Video Of Wayne Rainey’s Ride At Laguna Seca

ASBK: Supersport Riders Put On a Show at Phillip Island

Mathilde Gasnier

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September 8, 2025

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ASBK: Supersport Riders Put On a Show at Phillip Island

Round six of the 2025 mi-bike Motorcycle Insurance Australian Superbike Championship presented by Motul (ASBK) at Phillip Island on September 7 was a wonderfully unpredictable spectacle after a band of late morning rain turned race strategies on their head.

Conditions eventually eased – in Phillip Island’s very unique way – for the final wave of races across all classes, but not before championship aspirations were solidified for some and relegated to a knife-edge for others.

We’ve already reviewed the race-winning deeds of Josh Waters and Anthony West in SW-Motech Superbike, so let’s now delve into what transpired in the Kawasaki Supersport and Race and Road Supersport 300 classes.

Round six of the Australian Superbike Championship is supported by the Victorian Government via its Significant Sporting Events Program.

The Kawasaki Supersport overall top three: (L to R) Farnsworth, Simpson and Nelson. Photo RbMotoLens

Kawasaki Supersport and Supersport Next Gen

It was a massive power shift in Kawasaki Supersport from Saturday to Sunday.

After Archie McDonald’s sensational record-breaking performance in qualifying on the Stop and Seal Yamaha – and bike geometry woes for teammate and championship leader Jack Mahaffy – the prevailing view was “how far” for the Albury dasher in Sunday’s two 10-lap races.

But Mother Nature doesn’t always follow the script, with the first spots of rain appearing at the start of race one with riders on slicks.

Front row starter Jake Farnsworth (Yamaha) immediately sensed his opportunity, bolting from the start in an all-the-way triumph. It was his first victory in the category, and he was understandably elated: “I knew I had to get to the front and build into the race. It’s been so much hard work to get here, so this one’s special.”

Olly Simpson (BCperformance Kawasaki) was second ahead of Mahaffy and McDonald, who adopted a more cautious approach at the start before finding some late speed.

Tom Bramich (Yamaha) and Hayden Nelson (BCperformance Kawasaki) were fifth and sixth, while Tom Toparis (Stop and Seal Ducati) was the first Supersport Next Gen rider ahead of Luca Durning (DesmoSport Ducati) – a feat he would replicate in race two.

Farnsworth made the Supersport opener his own. Photo RbMotoLens.

The second outing saw riders on wet tyres on a drying track, making tyre management critical.

Toparis and Simpson immediately settled into a nice rhythm, and were 1-2 across the finish line ahead of Nelson, Farnsworth, McDonald, Mahaffy and Mitch Simpson (Yamaha).

Simpson (199pts) is now second in the standings, moving past McDonald (195pts), while Mahaffy (220pts) still leads. Nelson (165pts), Bramich (155pts) and Farnsworth (147pts) fill positions 4-6.

Race and Road Supersport 300

Three very different scenarios for the Race and Road Supersport 300 field, with race one held on a wet track, race two in drying conditions and race three on dry asphalt.

Through it all, championship leader Scott Nicholson (Kawasaki) showed the most composure with a 2-1-3 scorecard to claim the overall from Tyler King (Kawasaki, 1-15-2), Jordy Simpson (Yamaha, 4-9-5), Tara Morrison (Kawasaki, 3-DNF-1) and Phoenix O’Brien (Yamaha, 5-2-14).

Meanwhile, surprise polesitter Ghage Plowman (Yamaha) elected to sit out the races, instead focussing on his BLU CRU Oceania Junior Cup commitments.

Attrition was its highest in race one, with 17 riders going down – including Morrison and three others on the sighting lap. The first attempt at the race was red-flagged after Riley Nauta (Kawasaki) crashed at turn six and required medical assistance. He was okay, and returned for the balance of the program.

With an imposing lead of 67pts over Morrison (292 to 225), it’s now Nicholson’s championship to lose. Simpson (208pts), Jake Paige (Kawasaki, 190pts), King (190pts) and Hudson Thompson (Yamaha, 186pts) are next, with Simpson making the biggest inroads at Phillip Island – up from fifth to third.

Round six of the ASBK Championship will be held at One Raceway in Goulburn from October 3-5. To purchase tickets, click here.

For more information on the 2025 mi-bike Motorcycle Insurance Australian Superbike Championship presented by Motul:

CIV: American Fernandez Scores Double P2

Mathilde Gasnier

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September 8, 2025

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CIV: American Fernandez Scores Double P2

Front-row start (P3), two podiums, and cool-headed race craft set up a winner-takes-all finale at Mugello (Oct 4–5).

It was the kind of weekend you build championships on. From Thursday through Sunday Imola delivered perfect conditions—dry track and ~28°C (~82°F) ambient—and Jayden Fernandez put together a precise, professional performance on a circuit universally regarded as one of the trickiest to master on a motorcycle.

Qualifying

Seeing Imola for the first time, Fernandez adapted fast and qualified P3, securing a front-row start for both races.

Race 1 (Saturday)

A lightning launch put Fernandez in the lead within the opening corners. A three-rider group formed (Fernandez–Mattei–Benetti) and traded blows until an error dropped Benetti out of contention with five laps to go. Fernandez and Mattei then ran a relentless pace to the flag, with Fernandez finishing P2 after a hard, clean fight.

Race 1

Race 2 (Sunday)

Same script off the line: Fernandez holeshot to P1, while Mattei’s slow start left him back in sixth. Fernandez and Benetti broke away, lapping in the low 1:59s and opening clear air to the chasers. Mid-race the pace escalated: both riders set their fastest laps of the weekend— Benetti 1:58.0, Fernandez 1:58.2—six to eight tenths quicker than their qualifying times. Jayden controlled the race until the final lap, when Benetti slipped by at Rivazza 1. Fernandez tried to repay the move at the final chicane but couldn’t quite make it stick— another strong P2.

Race 2

With the Imola results, Fernandez now leads the standings by 12 points over Mattei. The title will be decided at the Mugello finale on October 4–5.

Jayden Fernandez on the podium after getting P2 at Imola. Photo courtesy Fernandez Racing.

Jayden Fernandez — rider quote:

“It was a very positive weekend and I’m happy with my performances—especially because I gained a few more points on my main rival. I arrive at Mugello ready to manage the 12-point lead, but I won’t change my approach. No ‘cruising’—I’ll keep building the weekend step by step with the goal to improve and be the fastest every time I go out. Big thanks to my parents for their incredible support, to my sister, and to the whole Team MMR for the great work we did together.”

BSB: Ryde Celebrates Triple Win At Donington Park

Mathilde Gasnier

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September 8, 2025

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BSB: Ryde Celebrates Triple Win At Donington Park

Defending champion Kyle Ryde celebrated a career first treble victory in the Bennetts British Superbike Championship at his home round of Donington Park, celebrating a hat trick of wins for Nitrous Competitions Racing Yamaha to hold the advantage in the title standings ahead of the Showdown, which kicks off at the TT Circuit Assen.

Ryde’s treble means the reigning champion takes a 28-point lead into the final three round Showdown as his closest rival Bradley Ray had his toughest weekend of the season, scoring a single podium finish in race three. The Raceways Yamaha team now prepare for the fight back as the points’ value ramps up for the final nine races of the title fight.

Scott Redding had been victorious in the first of the four races yesterday, but Ryde started the triple-header Sunday by striking back against the Hager PBM Ducati rider, holding off an attack on the penultimate lap to return to the top step of the podium for Nitrous Competitions Racing Yamaha.

Redding had launched off the line into the lead, but Ryde grabbed the advantage and the pair were inseparable throughout the 12-lap contest. The Hager PBM Ducati rider though was determined to try to make it a second victory with a move at Melbourne on the penultimate lap, but he ran wide and Ryde was straight back into the lead.

Meanwhile as Ryde returned to winning ways ahead of Redding, Rory Skinner added another podium finish to the tally for Cheshire Mouldings Ducati, breaking the pack behind him led by Ray who was fighting to regain ground after a nine place in yesterday’s opening race.

Podium picture from race 4 at Donington Park with, from left to right, Rory Skinner, Kyle Ryde and Scott Redding. Photo courtesy BSB.

Ryde then delivered a decisive second victory of the day, holding off both Ray and Redding after an intense battle for supremacy.

Redding had initially led the pack for Hager PBM Ducati ahead of Ryde and Christian Iddon with Ray holding fourth. The leading trio were in the battle with Ray making a move into third at Redgate.

The BMW Safety Car was deployed when Andrew Irwin crashed at the Fogarty Esses, leaving the stricken Honda in the track. Danny Kent then crashed in a separate incident during the Safety Car period. He was declared unfit for race four and following a CT scan on his right hand at hospital, the McAMS Racing Yamaha rider will be visiting a specialist tomorrow.

On the restart, Redding was leading the pack from Ryde, Ray, Iddon, Skinner and Tommy Bridewell. On lap seven, the defending champion was on the attack again and he took the lead into the Melbourne Hairpin on the brakes, but ran wide and his Hager PBM Ducati rival moved back ahead.

Ryde made a brave move on the inside at Craner Curves for the lead on lap eight, but Redding fought back at the Old Hairpin, before the Nitrous Competitions Racing Yamaha rider reclaimed the position at Starkeys and claimed his second win of the day. Ray had taken advantage of the pair dicing, moving into second, and then held off Redding to the chequered flag to make a podium return.

Ryde’s dream Donington Park performance continued in the final race, taking the lead on the penultimate lap of race four from Skinner to increase his advantage to 28-points.

Ray launched into the lead ahead of Ryde at the start, but the race started with disaster for Redding as he dropped to fifth and then ran on at the Fogarty Esses to rejoin in seventh place.

Ryde was determined and seized the advantage making a move on Ray at Starkeys on the second lap, and the Nitrous Competitions Racing Yamaha rider was holding the edge until lap four when he had a huge moment out of the seat on the exit of the Fogarty Esses.

Ryde dropped to third with the moment as Ray recaptured the lead and Skinner took the advantage to move second into the Melbourne Hairpin. The Cheshire Mouldings Ducati rider was then targeting Ray and a lap later, he moved into the front with a move at the Old Hairpin, with Ryde relegating Ray further into third at Starkeys on the same lap.

The group of four then included Leon Haslam as the Moto Rapido Ducati Racing rider closed the leading trio, but the BMW Safety Car was deployed when Richard Kerr had a heavy crash on the start line.

The pack had regrouped and then when the race resumed, Skinner was leading from Ryde, Ray, Haslam, Josh Brookes, Redding and Bridewell. However, Haslam was instantly on the attack, moving into third place at Redgate to ease Ray back to fourth and a lap later, Redding also moved ahead of the title contender.

Ryde made his strike for the lead on the penultimate lap with his hallmark overtake at Starkeys on Skinner. The defending champion was then able to hold him off to the chequered flag to complete a perfect day for the Nitrous Competitions Racing Yamaha team.

Skinner was second as he completed a strong weekend to move back into third in the overall standings ahead of the Showdown, whilst Redding was able to steal the final podium position from Haslam on the final lap with a move at the Melbourne Hairpin, elevating himself from 12th to ninth in the overall standings.

BSB Race start at Donington Park. Photo courtesy BSB.

Bennetts British Superbike Championship, Donington Park, Race 2 result:

Kyle Ryde (Nitrous Competitions Racing Yamaha)
Scott Redding (Hager PBM Ducati) +0.201s
Rory Skinner (Cheshire Mouldings Ducati) +3.826s
Bradley Ray (Raceways Yamaha) +5.379s
Andrew Irwin (Honda Racing UK) +8.301s
Christian Iddon (AJN Steelstock Kawasaki) +8.400s
Leon Haslam (Moto Rapido Ducati Racing) +9.284s
Tommy Bridewell (Honda Racing UK) +9.747s
Glenn Irwin (Nitrous Competitions Racing Yamaha) +12.642s
Danny Kent (McAMS Racing Yamaha) +12.888s

Bennetts British Superbike Championship, Donington Park, Race 3 result:

Kyle Ryde (Nitrous Competitions Racing Yamaha)
Bradley Ray (Raceways Yamaha) 1.222s
Scott Redding (Hager PBM Ducati) +2.069s
Christian Iddon (AJN Steelstock Kawasaki) 3.479s
Rory Skinner (Cheshire Mouldings Ducati) +4.310s
Leon Haslam (Moto Rapido Ducati Racing) +4.663s
Tommy Bridewell (Honda Racing UK) +5.086s
Max Cook (AJN Steelstock Kawasaki) +5.776s
Charlie Nesbitt (MasterMac Honda) +11.162s
Josh Brookes (DAO Racing Honda) +11.735s

Bennetts British Superbike Championship, Donington Park, Race 4 result:

Kyle Ryde (Nitrous Competitions Racing Yamaha)
Rory Skinner (Cheshire Mouldings Ducati) +0.444s
Scott Redding (Hager PBM Ducati) +1.030s
Leon Haslam (Moto Rapido Ducati Racing) +1.293s
Josh Brookes (DAO Racing Honda) +2.622s
Max Cook (AJN Steelstock Kawasaki) +3.280s
Bradley Ray (Raceways Yamaha) 3.948s
Tommy Bridewell (Honda Racing UK) +4.190s
Christian Iddon (AJN Steelstock Kawasaki) +4.373s
Charlie Nesbitt (MasterMac Honda) +4.868s

Bennetts British Superbike Championship standings:

Kyle Ryde (Nitrous Competitions Racing Yamaha) 354
Bradley Ray (Raceways Yamaha) 326
Rory Skinner (Cheshire Mouldings Ducati) 235
Leon Haslam (Moto Rapido Ducati Racing) 231
Christian Iddon (AJN Steelstock Kawasaki) 207
Tommy Bridewell (Honda Racing UK) 200
Danny Kent (AJN Steelstock Kawasaki) 200
Max Cook (AJN Steelstock Kawasaki) 172
Scott Redding (Hager PBM Ducati) 169
Josh Brookes (DAO Racing Honda) 156

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

KYLE RYDE – NITROUS COMPETITIONS RACING YAMAHA

“This is the best Sunday I’ve ever had in BSB – I’ve never done the triple before, so it feels great to get that one ticked off the list.

“Achieving these kind of results isn’t easy, so I’m proud of what the team and I have managed to achieve.

“I had a great feeling on the Yamaha R1 this weekend, and the team worked hard to make it even better.

“If Kyles-berg did Sundays, this is what they would be!

“I am excited to get to Assen in a couple of weeks’ time and aim for more of the same, but I have never ridden a big bike around there!”

Jack Miller to Continue with Pramac Yamaha for 2026

Mathilde Gasnier

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September 8, 2025

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Jack Miller to Continue with Pramac Yamaha for 2026

Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. and Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP are pleased to announce the renewal of the agreement with Jack Miller as official Yamaha rider for the 2026 MotoGP season. The signing completes the Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP line-up for next season, in which Miller will be joined by MotoGP debutant and two-time Superbike World Champion, Toprak Razgatlioğlu.

Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP Team is delighted to confirm the renewal contract of Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. with Jack Miller as official Yamaha rider also for the 2026 season. Returning this year to defend the Pramac Racing colors, after the 2018–2020 seasons, Miller in his debut year on the Yamaha has contributed to the development work of the YZR-M1, achieving a best result of 5th place at the Grand Prix of the Americas in Austin. During the MotoGP summer break, he also made an important contribution to the Factory Yamaha Racing Team‘s 2nd place in the 46th Suzuka 8 Hours.

With the signing of the contract, the Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP Team thus completes its line-up for next season, with Miller alongside two-time Superbike World Champion and current WorldSBK leader, Toprak Razgatlioğlu.

At the same time, the Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP Team wishes to thank Miguel Oliveira for having been part of the team in this very important debut year with Yamaha, wishing him the best of luck and much success in the future challenges ahead. From the beginning Miguel has demonstrated great professionalism and a strong team spirit, working intensively on the development of the Yamaha YZR-M1, despite the difficulties caused by the injury sustained in Argentina which forced him to miss four Grands Prix and affected his work.

PAOLO CAMPINOTI – Team Principal, Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP:

“It‘s no secret that I have great affection for Jack, a rider who experienced an important stage of his career growth with Pramac Racing and whose return this season was welcomed with great joy by everyone in the team. Beyond the human side, Jack‘s contribution has been crucial in supporting Yamaha with the development of the YZR-M1. His confirmation as official Yamaha rider with Prima Pramac Yamaha for 2026 is important and precious. Managing a team sometimes requires difficult choices, and in this regard, I want to sincerely thank Miguel for the commitment and professionalism he has shown in these months, as well as the ease with which he integrated into our team. It was a pleasure having him on board and discovering not only a great professional but also a great person.”

GINO BORSOI – Team Director, Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP:

“I‘m very pleased that Jack will continue with us next season. After so many months together, we know each other better, we‘ve understood what he needs, and I‘m convinced that we can keep making progress. Two years is the right amount of time to fine-tune all the gears and we are already working to prepare for 2026 in the best possible way. At the same time, I want to thank Miguel for the great work he has done throughout the season. I‘m truly sorry that the injury he suffered at the start of the championship didn‘t give him the chance to show the great talent he has. However, I hope that, with the development work we are continuing to carry out, he will be able to achieve results in the final races that reflect his true value.”

JACK MILLER – Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP Rider:

“I‘m really happy and excited to stay with Yamaha and the Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP Team. This year has been an amazing return to Pramac Racing. I‘m looking forward to working hard with Yamaha to help developing the bike and closing the gap to the other manufacturers. I believe the best is still to come. Most of all, I want to say a massive thank you to Yamaha, Pramac Racing, and to the two Paolos, Pavesio and Campinoti, for their continuous trust in my contribution to the project.”

PAOLO PAVESIO – Managing Director, Yamaha Motor Racing:

“We are pleased to confirm that Jack will continue his journey with the Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP Team. Jack‘s energy, extensive experience, and proven adaptability across different machines have made him an invaluable member of our team and an instant fit for our project. In a season defined by rapid evolution and innovation, Jack‘s positivity, proactive mindset, and consistently uplifting presence have been a driving force within Yamaha and the Pramac team. With a full year of experience on the Yamaha, these qualities will be a tremendous asset as we look ahead to the 2026 season.

“At the same time, this announcement comes with mixed emotions, as it also marks the upcoming departure of Miguel. Unfortunately, his season was impacted by the injury he sustained in Argentina, but his commitment to returning to the bike, his dedication to the project, and his professionalism have been exemplary. We look forward to the remaining races together and remain fully committed to supporting him throughout the rest of the MotoGP season.”

NOTES :

Jack Miller – Biography:

Jack Miller made his road racing debut in 2009 after starting his career on dirt, and soon after made his appearance in the 125cc World Championship. Taking the IDM 125 crown on his way to full-time competition on the world stage, Miller first impressed in 2013 when he proved to be a consistent frontrunner with Racing Team Germany. A title contender with Red Bull KTM Ajo in 2014, Miller narrowly missed out to Alex Marquez in the final rounds of the championship, before making the incredible move from Moto3 straight to MotoGP in 2015 with the LCR Honda team.

After a tough rookie season, Miller moved to the Marc VDS Racing Team. He took a stunning maiden win at the 2016 Dutch GP in heavy rain that flooded the TT circuit at Assen, after starting the season with a broken leg. With a good number of top 10 results, Miller remained with the Marc VDS team for 2017, impressing once again before moving to Pramac Racing for the 2018 season, switching from Honda to Ducati.

It was a solid season for the Australian, highlighted by a superb pole position at the Argentinian GP: his growth and competitiveness secured him a place on the Pramac Ducati for 2019. A season in which Miller improved his results with five podiums and four more in the following year, his third with the Pramac team, which secured him the team’s factory bike for the 2021 season. His debut as a Ducati factory rider turned out to be the best of his career so far, with Miller taking two wins, three other podiums and a fourth place in the overall standings. In 2022 the Aussie again proved his quality with seven podiums, including the best MotoGP performance of his career when he dominated the race in Japan: with 189 points Miller – who proved to be a great help to Francesco Bagnaia in the Italian’s hunt for his first MotoGP World title – finished the season in fifth place overall.

After five years with Ducati, Miller in 2023 swapped his red leather for KTM’s orange, claiming a double podium at the Spanish GP and another sprint podium at the German GP, before a difficult 2024 season that saw him finish 14th in the riders’ standings.

And because there is nothing like the air of home to rejuvenate, Miller for this season returned to Paolo Campinoti’s court as one of the two riders to defend the Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP colors as a Yamaha factory rider. After 14 of the 22 races on the 2025 MotoGP calendar, Miller occupies the 17th position in the Riders‘ standings, with the 5th position at the Americas GP as best result. He also competed with the Yamaha official team at the 46th 8 Hours of Suzuka, finishing second.

Date of Birth: 18-01-1995

Place of Birth: Townsville, Queensland, Australia

Nationality: Australian

Instagram: @jackmilleraus

Height: 173 cm

Weight: 64 kg

Racing career

Grand Prix Debut: 2011 German GP (125cc)

MotoGP Debut: 2015 Qatar GP

First GP Win: 2014 Qatar GP (Moto3)

First Premier Class Win: 2016 Dutch GP

Wins: 10 (4x MotoGP, 6x Moto3)

Podiums: 33 (23x MotoGP, 10x Moto3)

Sprint Podiums: 2

Pole position: 10 (2x MotoGP, 8x Moto3)

2025 MotoGP World Championship (17th – 52 points)* [With Pramac Racing]

2024 MotoGP World Championship (14th – 87 points)

2023 MotoGP World Championship (11th – 163 points)

2022 MotoGP World Championship (5th – 189 points)

2021 MotoGP World Championship (4th – 181 points)

2020 MotoGP World Championship (7th – 132 points) [With Pramac Racing]

2019 MotoGP World Championship (8th– 165 points) [With Pramac Racing]

2018 MotoGP World Championship (13th – 91 points) [With Pramac Racing]

2017 MotoGP World Championship (11th – 82 points)

2016 MotoGP World Championship (18th – 57 points)

2015 MotoGP World Championship (19th – 17 points)

2014 Moto3 World Championship (2nd – 276 points)

2013 Moto3 World Championship (7th – 110 points)

2012 125cc World Championship (23rd – 17 points)

2011 125cc World Championship (NC – 0 points)

*after 14 races

CSBK: Bridgestone Tires Continued Breaking Records in 2025

Mathilde Gasnier

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September 7, 2025

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CSBK: Bridgestone Tires Continued Breaking Records in 2025

During the 2025 season, which concluded at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park in Bowmanville, Ontario, 11 riders on Bridgestone BATTLAX racing tires set a total of 13 outright lap records, with previous lap records set on Bridgestone tires bettered 31 times throughout the season. For the second consecutive year, new records were established at every round. Additionally, a new lap record was set in every class throughout the season for the first time since 2014.

This marks the company’s third season as the exclusive tire provider for CSBK, with Bridgestone BATTLAX racing tires delivering the grip, consistency and confidence that contributed to this year’s historic lap times. As a highlight, the Bridgestone BATTLAX V02 tire, newly introduced in sizing for the lightweight sport bikes, dominated lightweight class records and set records in every class.

In addition to being the exclusive tire provider, Bridgestone teammates were present at each of the races during the 2025 CSBK season to offer world-class engineering and technical support onsite, leading to increased rider confidence.

SMX: Lawrence Wins Playoff 1 in Truncated Postseason Opener

Mathilde Gasnier

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September 7, 2025

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SMX: Lawrence Wins Playoff 1 in Truncated Postseason Opener

Concord, N.C., Team Honda HRC Progressive’s Jett Lawrence kicked off the postseason with a victory at Playoff 1 of the 2025 SMX World Championship™. The two-moto format of the postseason was interrupted by lightening near the zMAX Dragway at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Both classes scored their overall results based solely on their first moto finishes due to the second motos being called because of continued lightening in the area and diminishing daylight. Jett Lawrence, the defending two-time SMX World Champion and recently-crowned 2025 AMA Pro Motocross Champion, led from start to finish in the single 20-mintue plus one lap 450SMX Class moto.

The SMX Next class, comprised of up-and-coming amateur athletes, completed their qualifying earlier in the day and were ready to compete in their one-moto format. Due to the event being called early, the young racers will now line up according to their Concord qualifying results – on Friday, September 12^th in St. Louis at The Dome at America’s Center. The class will then compete on Saturday in St. Louis as planned for the SMX Next World Championship race.

Earning second place overall at Charlotte was Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Chase Sexton; he gained 22 points toward the ultimate championship title after coming in seeded in sixth position. Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing’s Eli Tomac recovered from a late-race crash while running in second position to nab the final spot on the podium. In the 250SMX Class, Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing’s Haiden Deegan benefitted from his strong drive to win; he pushed for the moto victory, not then knowing it would pay full event points after the second motos being called.

First place 450SMX Class - Jett Lawrence. — First place 450SMX Class – Jett Lawrence.

“It’s getting to the point where it’s just close to the limit, because right now you can’t really push the track at all. It can catch you really quickly if you compress the suspension too hard, and [if you] clip those ruts, especially. So, you’re just trying to play it smart and run the risk versus reward [balance]. So [I was] just really trying to get a flow and keep my laps as consistent as possible.” – Jett Lawrence, following Moto 1.

Second place 450SMX Class - Chase Sexton — Second place 450SMX Class – Chase Sexton

“It’s funny, I thought I had the Holeshot, and I just blew the first turn. Jett got underneath me, and I was probably 4th or 5th behind Ken [Roczen] and just had to work my way up. Eli went down, which gave me a gift, but I felt pretty good actually. I felt like I was gelling with the track. I’m not gonna lie, it’s probably one of the sketchiest tracks I’ve ever ridden, just with the kickers and all these weird things, and the dirt is so soft. So, I was trying to not be conservative, but try and be safe as well. Jett rode awesome. I reeled him in a little bit, but he’s pretty smart, and we were gauging each other. So, good moto, and [I’ll] try and get another good start, try and hold it this time, and see what we can do.” – Chase Sexton, after the moto, when riders expected a second moto later in the day.

Third place 450SMX Class - Eli Tomac — Third place 450SMX Class – Eli Tomac

“I’m not sure if it was [too much] acceleration or if it was the front end that tucked there; either way I was maybe a little impatient. I moved out [to a different line] after that, I should have been using the cushion. Try to live and learn. Overall, felt really good… The back motocross section is something like I’ve never seen. It’s fun, it’s technical, but at the same time it is gnarly.” – Eli Tomac, asked about what caused his tip-over in the race.

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Haiden Deegan Captures 250SMX Class Victory and Extends Title Points Lead

In 250SMX Class racing, two-time SMX World Champion in the class Haiden Deegan recovered from a poor start to start the post-season with a dominating win. Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki’s Seth Hammaker nabbed the holeshot and pulled a huge gap on the field. Hammaker gave up the top spot with two laps remaining but held off Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki’s Levi Kitchen at the end. Due to a cross-flag penalty, Kitchen was docked one position and was awarded fourth place in the moto. Team Honda HRC Progressive’s Jo Shimoda, who crashed early during a pass attempt for the lead, recovered brilliantly from outside the top ten to take the final podium spot.

First place 250SMX Class - Haiden Deegan — First place 250SMX Class – Haiden Deegan

“If they want to send us in the mud, that’s cool. Either way, we’re chillin’. I’m a racer, we’ll figure it out. I mean, I’ve heard a lot of people complaining about the track today, which I think is BS because we’re professional athletes and I think you got to figure it out. So, no problem with the track and if we gotta race, we gotta race, and if we don’t then I’ll take the dub. I’m not gonna say it was an easy dub, because it was a hard race.” – Haiden Deegan, interviewed during the weather delay.

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SMX World Championship Playoff 2 will deliver more racing excitement next Saturday, September 13^th, at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis, MO. The city has hosted 26 Monster Energy AMA Supercross events but this will be the first postseason event at the venue that is renowned by racers for its excellent dirt. The intensity ratchets up with a double points payout in St. Louis, which is followed by the triple-payout Final on Saturday, September 20^th when the Championship returns to The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. When the dust settles on the season, the 450SMX Champion will receive a one-million-dollar payout, and the 250SMX World Champion will take home a $500,000 title win payout.

Every event in the SMX World Championship gives race fans incredible access to the athletes and the race team paddock. For fans looking for the ultimate race experience, nothing tops a SMX World Championship postseason race. General admission tickets, camping & travel packages, and VIP-level access opportunities are available now for the final two races of the series. Please go to supermotocross.com for more information.

Each SMX League event is available live and on-demand on Peacock, including live qualifying and pre-race coverage. Racing coverage can also be found on NBC, and USA Network. Live coverage in English and Spanish is available domestically on Telemundo Deportes YouTube, X or Facebook. International fans can watch live and on-demand, in English, Spanish, and French language through the SuperMotocross Video Pass (supermotocross.tv), currently 80% off.

For information on ticket sales, race results, video highlights, points standings, and airtimes please go to supermotocross.com.

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ASBK: Waters Extends Lead As Ecstatic West Lands Winning Blow

Mathilde Gasnier

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September 7, 2025

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ASBK: Waters Extends Lead As Ecstatic West Lands Winning Blow

Veterans Josh Waters and Anthony West were the stars of a challenging round six of the 2025 mi-bike Motorcycle Insurance Australian Superbike Championship presented by Motul (ASBK) at Phillip Island on September 7.

Waters (McMartin Racing Ducati) and West (Addicted to Track Yamaha) shared victories in the two 11-lap races, the first one held on a wet circuit before conditions cleared in the afternoon as West broke through for his first win in the SW-Motech Superbike class – one day after also setting his maiden pole position.

Broc Pearson (DesmoSport Ducati) was also mightily impressive at Phillip Island, with his 2-3 scorecard securing third overall.

With Waters’ main championship rival Mike Jones (Yamaha Racing Team) unable to produce his normal front-running deeds, Waters has now extended his lead in the championship to 69pts (306 to 237) with two rounds remaining. West (234pts) is circling in third position ahead of round seven at One Raceway in Goulburn from October 3-5.

“That was a wild day, and in race two a lot of the other riders had nothing to lose, while I have a lot on my mind in terms of the championship,” said Waters. “I was getting carved up like a Sunday roast, but I was happy with the result and I’d like to thank my team and all of our sponsors for their support.”

Meanwhile, it was all about pure adulation for West.

“I don’t remember too much about race two, as there was just so much going on,” he said. “But some of the young guys were making me angry, which really fired me up to get the job done.

“This weekend has been awesome on so many levels.”

For Phillip Island results and updated championship standings, click here.

Round six of the Australian Superbike Championship is supported by the Victorian Government via its Significant Sporting Events Program.

SW-Motech Superbike race one

It was a just-in-time final salvo from Waters, who won his ninth SW-Motech Superbike race of an extraordinarily impressive season after passing long-time leader Pearson on the final blast down Gardner Straight. The final margin was 0.094 seconds after 11 laps on the sodden Phillip Island layout.

“I had so many moments in that race – I would have liked Broc to have slowed down!” said Waters.

Glenn Allerton – grimacing with an injured back which saw him sit out qualifying – was a brilliant third on his Superbike Advocates Racing Ducati after starting from the back of the grid.

Pearson (#11) and Waters (#1) left the SW-Motech Superbike race one field in their wake. Photo by *RbMotoLens*

West was fourth from Jones, Jonathan Nahlous (Omega Racing Team Yamaha), Oscar O’Donovan (Scott’s Motorcycles Kawasaki) in a stunning ASBK debut, and Ryan Yanko (Addicted to Track Yamaha).

Troy Herfoss (Yamaha Racing Team) didn’t make the start after a crash on his out lap – suffering a minor injury which was enough to end his day before it really got started – while others to get caught out in the slick conditions included Max Stauffer (Yamaha), Jack Favelle (Addicted to Track Yamaha), Cru Halliday (Stop and Seal Ducati) and Ty Lynch (Yamaha).

Thirteen of the 18 riders made the distance.

Glenn Allerton shook off a crook back to finish third in race one. Photo by RbMotoLens.

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SW-Motech Superbike race two

Race two was held on a drying track, with all riders fitting slick tyres – which made for a cautious opening before the intensity was dialled up as more dry lines appeared.

The race eventually boiled down to a five-rider arm wrestle between West, Waters, Pearson, Nahlous and Halliday, with Pearson spending most time at the front.

However, on the penultimate lap West made a decisive move to hit the lead, and then pinned his ears back over the final 4.448km to win his first Superbike race in his 61st start.

Meanwhile, Waters roared past Pearson at the death knell for the second time in as many races, with the duo finishing second and third ahead of Halliday, Nahlous, Jack Favelle (Addicted to Track Yamaha), Jones, Cameron Dunker (MotoGo Yamaha), Stauffer and Allerton.

Allerton (190pts) remains fourth in the standings, but now has the in-form Pearson (185pts) on his hammer. Dunker is on 175pts.

Race two was a belter, with Superbike man of the moment Anthony West (#13) out front. Photo by RbMotoLens.

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California Superbike School: Track Days Coming Soon

Mathilde Gasnier

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September 7, 2025

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California Superbike School: Track Days Coming Soon

Summer East Coast Tour Complete

Our summer East Coast tour is wrapped up. We visited Virginia, New Jersey, and Pittsburgh, and we’re already looking forward to returning next year. Here are some images from last month’s schools.

Lara, Keison, and Jerry are the Student Services crew. Photo CSS

Remaining 2025 Schedule

Here are the remaining dates for 2025. We expect most if not all of them to sell out. Take a look, sign up, and come ride with us before winter.

Laguna Seca Two-Day Camp – September 4 & 5
Willow Springs Level Five Two-Day Camp – September 13 & 14
Thunderhill West Single Days – October 4 & 5
Sonoma Two-Day Camp – October 6 & 7
Streets of Willow Single Days – October 18 & 19
Streets of Willow Two-Day Race School – October 20 & 21
Las Vegas Two-Day Camp – November 1 & 2
Las Vegas Two-Day Camp – November 3 & 4

Students on track at Pitt Race. Photo eTech Photo

Streets of Willow Upgrades

Streets of Willow Springs has received major upgrades: a repaved skidpad, added curbing, new chicanes on the back straight, etc. We will get to see this in person shortly and let you know what we think.

Two spots have opened for the Level V Two-Day Camp on September 13–14, and a few spots remain for the Single Day schools on October 20–21. The Race School is full. We’ll be among the first to ride the upgraded facilities, and our coaches are eager to get on track.

Two students through the esses at VIR. Photo eTech Photo

Level V at Willow

The Level V program is focused and structured:

Day One covers body positioning.
Day Two focuses on braking, with new drills designed to refine corner entry speed and avoid over-slowing.

This special program runs September 13–14 and is open to any graduate of Level 1 or higher. With only two groups of 10 riders and a 2:1 student-to-coach ratio, the attention and feedback are exceptional.

As mentioned, two spots just opened—call the office if you’d like to join: 800-530-3350.

Student followed by their coach at Pitt Race. Photo eTech Photo

Graduate Victories

Superbike School graduate Bradley Ray has won an impressive 11 races this season in the British Superbike Championship.

Quiz Corner

Last Month’s Question:

What element(s) of physics explain why a motorcycle will not change direction if pressure is put into the side of the gas tank, with no shift of mass?

Answer: The force remains internal. Since you and the bike are a connected system, pushing inward on the tank is just you pushing against yourself. It doesn’t apply an external force through the tires to the ground, which is required to change direction.

Winner: Ben from Indiana

This Month’s Question:

In our field of vision, how many degrees are in sharp detail?

Reply with your answer to enter a drawing to win a shirt, hat, or book!

Long time coach James Toohey. Photo eTech Photo

Share Your Photos

We want to see your riding shots! Send in your photos and we’ll share them with the CSS community.

Here’s one from Fred—looking good!

Student photo submission at The Ridge. Photo eTech Photo

Recent Feedback

“I honestly can’t even come up with suggestions because it was above and beyond what I expected, and this is coming from someone who took a different class at the same track.” – F.S.

“I worked with both Johnny and Ian and it’s an absolute joy to work with both of them. In addition to being incredibly skilled coaches they are great humans that are fun to spend the day with. One of the best run organizations I’ve ever seen.” – K.C.

Zack Courts of Revzilla with coach Johnny Haynes. Photo CSS

Revzilla Article

Zack from Revzilla wrote an article about his experience at our Two-Day Camp. It’s interesting to note how his perspective shifted from outsider to participant, reflecting on his own riding and growth.

Read the Article

Keith with baseball legend Reggie Jackson. Photo CSS

From the Archives

Here’s a photo of Keith with New York Yankees legend Reggie Jackson, who joined us at Willow Springs in 1988.

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33rd Annual Biketoberfest® Rally on Oct. 16-19

September 9, 2025

Biketoberfest® in Main Street Bikes at Daytona Beach CVB. Photo Credit: Daytona Beach Area Convention and Visitors Bureau.

33rd Annual Biketoberfest® Rally on Oct. 16-19 Part of the 2025 AMA National Gypsy Tour

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla – For the second consecutive year, the 33rd annual Biketoberfest. motorcycle rally in the Daytona Beach area and Volusia County on Oct. 16-19 is a part of the 2025 AMA National Gypsy Tour.

With more than 100 years of history, the AMA National Gypsy Tour is a celebration of the freedom and camaraderie of motorcycling. With 10 total events in 2025 aimed at bringing like-minded riders together, the AMA National Gypsy Tour is one of the longest-running motorcycle series in the country. At each individual event, AMA members can collect official AMA National Gypsy Tour pins to show they attended.

AMA Gypsy Tour pins, as well as other materials that highlight the history of the AMA and American motorcycling, will be distributed at the Daytona Beach Area Convention and Visitors Bureau’s Official Biketoberfest. Welcome Center located trackside at Daytona International Speedway’s Fall Cycle Scene display area.

“AMA National Gypsy Tours have more than 100 years of history at the American Motorcyclist Association,” said AMA Director of Marketing & Communications Joy Burgess, “and we’re proud to once again welcome Biketoberfest as an AMA National Gypsy Tour partner for the second year running. Gypsy Tours celebrate the freedom and camaraderie of motorcycling, and Biketoberfest does that in a huge way in Daytona Beach each year.”

“We’re thrilled to partner with the American Motorcyclist Association and be included on the 2025 AMA Gypsy Tour schedule, which brings increased awareness and promotion to the Biketoberfest motorcycle rally,” said Lori Campbell Baker, Executive Director for the Daytona Beach Area Convention and Visitors Bureau. “We look forward to welcoming motorcycle enthusiasts from around the world to the Daytona Beach area and Volusia County to experience four days of live music, scenic rides, amazing bikes, and the Florida sunshine.”

Among the many highlights of the Biketoberfest rally include live music, industry’s top vendors, bike shows, motorcycle racing at Daytona International Speedway, and miles of scenic rides along famous A1A, historic Main Street and the Ormond Beach Scenic Loop.

For more information on the 2025 Biketoberfest. event, visit www.daytonabeach.com/biketoberfest/.

Wayne Rainey: Grateful For Ride To The Races Support

September 8, 2025

0925 Raineys Ride Corkscrew Shot BJNG5183_P — The Legends Hit The Corkscrew. (First group - left to right) Kenny Roberts, Bubba Shobert, Wayne Rainey, Eddie Lawson, and Kenny Roberts Jr. (Back group - left to right) Kel Carruthers, Freddie Spencer, Rick Johnson, and Ben Spies. Photo by Brian J. Nelson

Rainey’s Ride to the Races: Grateful for Your Support

By Wayne Rainey

This year marked the fifth running of “Rainey’s Ride to the Races” at Laguna Seca, and it was another incredible success. Together we raised $142,000 for the Roadracing World Action Fund, bringing our five-year total to over $650,000. That’s something we can all be proud of.

For me, this one was personal. To pull on my leathers and ride a few laps at Laguna Seca–for the first time in 34 years–was a feeling I wasn’t sure I’d ever experience. Riding on a specially prepared Yamaha XSR900GP alongside nine legends of our sport made it unforgettable. Laguna has always been special to me, and that day was filled with emotions I’ll carry forever.

I’m deeply thankful to everyone who came to Laguna Seca for the MotoAmerica races and supported Rainey’s Ride. What started five years ago has grown into something far bigger than I imagined. The ride now has a life of its own, and that’s because of the people who support it year after year.

A huge thanks to the legends who joined in–Kenny Roberts, Eddie Lawson, Bubba Shobert, Freddie Spencer, Kenny Roberts Jr., Rick Johnson, Doug Chandler, Ben Spies, Bud Aksland, Kel Carruthers, and Erv Kanemoto. Their time and commitment help make this event what it is.

At the heart of it all, the goal remains the same: Raising money for the Roadracing World Action Fund charity to purchase Airfence and Alpina soft barriers to protect our riders. No one can put a price on safety, and I’m grateful to everyone who’s donated through the ride and in so many other ways.

I also want to thank the California Highway Patrol for keeping us safe on the road, Gordon McCall for leading the ride, Baja Cantina for hosting the start of the ride, WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, and the entire MotoAmerica team for their support in making this possible.

See you all next year!

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, Talent Cup, Super Hooligan National Championship, 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 MotoAmerica’s social platforms 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+

About The Roadracing World Action Fund

The Roadracing World Action Fund, Inc. is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization dedicated to motorcycle racing safety education. Its mission is to help save lives and prevent injuries on the racetrack by encouraging and facilitating soft barrier deployment at racetracks across the U.S.

To learn more visit https://www.roadracingworld.com/actionfund/news/

MotoAmerica: Video Of Wayne Rainey’s Ride At Laguna Seca

ASBK: Supersport Riders Put On a Show at Phillip Island

September 8, 2025

Supersport versus Supersport Next Gen: Simpson (#5) and Toparis (#7) had a ding-dong battle in race two. Photo RbMotoLens.