Precision Track Days brings you the results of this weekend’s events.
Bryanna Everitt led first MotoAmerica Royal Enfield Build. Train. Race practice at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta on Friday. Brianna Cutler was second, ahead of Marie Madura, Jasmine Noelle and Tati Paze.
26_4_RDATL_BTR_P1_res
Maria Herrera was fastest during FIM World Women’s Circuit Racing Free Practice Friday morning at TT Circuit Assen, in The Netherlands. Riding her Terra & Vita GRT Yamaha YZF-R7 on Pirelli control tires, Herrera covered the 2.82-mile (4.54 km) road course in 1:47.613, topping the field of 26 riders.
Beatriz Neila was the runner-up on her Ampito Crescent Yamaha YZF-R7 with a time of 1:48.524, and Tayla Relph got third on her Full Throttle Racing Yamaha YZF-R7 with a lap time of 1:48.956.
American Mallory Dobbs got 16th on her YVS Sabadell Diva Racing Yamaha YZF-R7 with a lap time of 1:51.343.
wccr fp
Can Oncu was quickest during FIM Supersport World Championship Free practice Friday morning at TT Circuit Assen, in The Netherlands. Riding his Pata Yamaha Ten Kate YZF-R9 on Pirelli control tires, the Turkish rider covered the 2.82-mile (4.54 km) road course in 1:37.010, topping the field of 34 riders.
Tom Booth-Amos was the best of the rest with a 1:37.238 on his PTR Triumph Street Triple 765 RS.
Former MotoAmerica Supersport regular Valentin Debise was third with a 1:37.356 on his Eastroc Evan Bros ZXMOTO 820RR.
FP WSSP
Nicolo Bulega was quickest during FIM Superbike World Championship Free Practice 1 Friday morning at TT Circuit Assen, in The Netherlands. Riding his Pirelli-shod Aruba.it Racing Ducati Panigale V4R on the 2.82-mile (4.54 km) track, the Italian recorded a 1:33.952 to lead the field of 23 riders.
His teammate, Iker Lecuona was the best of the rest with a 1:34.208. Sam Lowes was third-fastest with a 1:34.428 on his ELF Marc VDS Racing Ducati Panigale V4R.
Danilo Pettruci got 6th on his ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team M1000RR with a lap time of 1:34.737.
American Garrett Gerloff finished the opening session in 14th with a 1:35.301 on his Kawasaki ZX-10RR.
fp1 wsbk
More from a press release issued by WorldSBK:
Bulega heads Lecuona and Sam Lowes in WorldSBK FP1 at Assen, both BMWs crash towards the end of the session. Championship leader Nicolo Bulega laid down a marker as he claimed top spot in the opening WorldSBK session of the weekend.
Nicolo Bulega (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) started as he aims to go on with top spot in Free Practice 1 for the MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship. The #11 was the only rider to lap in the 1’39s bracket as he claimed P1 ahead of teammate Iker Lecuona (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) and fellow Ducati rider Sam Lowes (ELF Marc VDS Racing Team) at the TT Circuit Assen for the Pirelli Dutch Round.
Despite Ducati being hit with a 0.5kg/h fuel flow reduction by the FIM, it didn’t stop Bulega topping the times with a 1’33.952s; the only rider to lap in the 1’39s. He finished 0.256s clear of teammate Lecuona in second as the #7 looks to continue his Portimao form at Assen. Sam Lowes, now feeling considerably better with his left wrist, claimed third with a 1’34.428s as Ducati locked out the top three positions.
Lorenzo Baldassarri (Team GoEleven) put in a late lap to move into fourth place after setting a 1’34.527s, starting off the weekend strongly. Another rider who posted a late lap to move up the order was Xavi Vierge (Pata Maxus Yamaha), who followed Alvaro Bautista (Barni Spark Racing Team) around to set a 1’34.713s and claim P5, with Danilo Petrucci (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) in sixth. Petrucci was the lead BMW rider in Free Practice 1 as he posted a 1’34.737s, 0.785s behind Bulega’s pacesetting time, although he crashed at Turn 16 when on course for his best time of the session.
Bautista had been running in the top five but found himself dropping down to P7 as he lapped 0.001s than Petrucci, the rider he replaced at Barni Ducati. Like Ducati, Bimota have also been hit by a 0.5kg/h fuel flow reduction, with Alex Lowes (bimota by Kawasaki Racing Team) finishing in eighth place with a 0.865s margin to Bulega. Yari Montella (Barni Spark Racing Team) finished in ninth with Tarran Mackenzie (MGM Optical Express Racing) rounding out the top ten.
Miguel Oliveira (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) was 12th after he crashed with around 12 minutes remaining in the session, losing the front at Turn 10. Last year’s Race 2 winner, Andrea Locatelli (Pata Maxus Yamaha), was 13th while wildcard Twan Smits (Team Apreco) was 17th on his WorldSBK debut.
The top six from WorldSBK FP1, full results here:
1. Nicolo Bulega (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) 1’33.952s
2. Iker Lecuona (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) +0.256s
3. Sam Lowes (ELF Marc VDS Racing Team) +0.476s
4. Lorenzo Baldassarri (Team GoEleven) +0.575s
5. Xavi Vierge (Pata Maxus Yamaha) +0.761s
6. Danilo Petrucci (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) +0.785s
Don’t miss any action from WorldSBK FP2 at 15:00 Local Time (UTC+2) using the WorldSBK VideoPass!
MotoAmerica, North America’s premier motorcycle road racing series, is proud to announce that Quad Lock, a leader in smartphone mounting technology, has increased its footprint and is now the title sponsor for the MotoAmerica Superbike Championship. As it begins its milestone 50th season, the premier class is officially titled the “Quad Lock Superbike Championship.”
The new title sponsorship follows the March 24 announcement of Quad Lock’s partnership at three key MotoAmerica rounds this season where fan-focused activations will showcase their cutting-edge motorcycle device-mounting systems to a highly passionate audience.
“We are thrilled to expand our partnership with MotoAmerica,” said Quad Lock Marketing Manager Tim Frazer. “The Superbike Championship is top-tier racing, and we are honored to be a part of this historic 50th season.”
“Having Quad Lock step up as the title sponsor for our Superbike Championship is a testament to the strength and reach of our series,” said MotoAmerica COO Chuck Aksland “Their products are a favorite among our fans and riders alike. To have them lead our premier class during such a monumental year for the sport is truly exciting for everyone involved.”
As the title sponsor of the Quad Lock Superbike Championship, the brand will have a significant presence throughout the paddock, including prominent series branding and increased exposure through MotoAmerica Live+ and exclusive MotoAmerica broadcast partnerships.
For the full 2026 MotoAmerica schedule, and to purchase tickets for MotoAmerica events, CLICK HERE
For information on how to watch the MotoAmerica series, CLICK HERE
The FIM is delighted to announce an agreement with Warner Bros. Discovery Sports to stream all rounds of the 2026 FIM Endurance World Championship (EWC) LIVE on FIM-MOTO.TV, commencing this coming weekend (18-19 April) with the opening round of the series – the fabled 24 Heures Motos – at the Circuit Bugatti at Le Mans in France.
Although not applicable to Europe, the ground-breaking deal will ensure unparalleled LIVE coverage on FIM-MOTO.TV of the series across North and South America, Asia (excluding Japan), the Caribbean, the Middle East and Africa and Oceania (excluding Australia) under the new management of Endurance Moto Promoter.
Following the opening round at Le Mans, the series travels to the Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps in Belgium for the 8 Hours of Spa Motos in early June followed by the Coca-Cola Suzuka 8 Hours in Japan at the start of July. The championship will sign off with the deciding twenty-four-hour Bol d’Or at Circuit Paul Ricard in France in mid-September and fans of this incredibly specialised discipline can now stream all the action LIVE from the comfort of their own homes.
With a worldwide audience of more than four-hundred-thousand users via both the website and mobile app, FIM-MOTO.TV streams more FIM World Championship events – both road and off-road – than any other streaming platform.
All rounds will be available on a pay-per-view basis at €6.99 per round that also includes a full replay of the race. For more information click here.
Red Clay Rivalries: Five MotoAmerica Support Class Championships Continue At Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta.
As the MotoAmerica Superbike Championship rolls into Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, five of the series’ ultra-competitive support classes—Supersport, Mission King Of The Baggers, Twins Cup, Talent Cup, and Royal Enfield Build.Train.Race.—join the premier class to deliver a full weekend of bar-to-bar action.
While Supersport, Mission King Of The Baggers, Twins Cup, and Talent Cup arrive in Georgia to continue their respective championships, Royal Enfield Build.Train.Race. opens its 2026 season at Road Atlanta, adding a new layer of anticipation to an already stacked lineup at one of the most demanding circuits on the calendar.
“Road Atlanta always delivers, and this weekend’s support classes are a big part of that,” said MotoAmerica COO Chuck Aksland. “Supersport comes in with real momentum after an exciting DAYTONA 200, and I expect that intensity to carry right into this round. Twins Cup continues to produce close, competitive racing every time out, and Talent Cup is giving us a great look at the next generation coming through the system. It’s also our first look at a new crop of Royal Enfield Build.Train.Race. competitors, which has become a real fan favorite. And of course, Mission King Of The Baggers never disappoints here — those races are always a highlight at Road Atlanta.”
The Supersport class took a much-needed break after the DAYTONA 200. The 57-lap affair stands apart from all other races on the Supersport calendar as a unique event. As the series moves to more traditional road courses and smaller lap counts, fans are in store for a dynamic sprint to the checkers in each of the weekend’s two 18-lap races.
Josh Herrin leads the pack into Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta aboard his Rahal Ducati Moto with Desnuda Organic Tequila Ducati Panigale V2. The 35-year-old Californian started the season with his fourth DAYTONA 200 win in a row and fifth overall, putting him on top of the points. Herrin looks to extend his championship lead at a track where he typically excels.
M4 ECSTAR Suzuki rider Tyler Scott sits in second with 20 championship points, trailing Herrin by five heading into round two. Scott’s notoriously strong qualifying runs and calculated passes should keep him in striking distance of the lead, and he will be looking to capitalize at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, challenge Herrin, and stake his claim for the top step of the podium.
Rahal Ducati Moto with Droplight’s Kayla Yaakov comes to Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta third in points, just nine back from the leader. The Pennsylvania-born 18-year-old is intense and focused, combining fearless cornering with razor-sharp racecraft. Yaakov has shown a remarkable ability to learn quickly from every lap and will be a constant threat in the front group as the championship battle heats up.
MotoAmerica Supersport newcomer Darryn Binder heads to Road Atlanta sitting fourth in the standings with 13 points despite his rookie status. After a strong debut and successful pre-season testing at this circuit, the former MotoGP rider looks to put his Celtic/Economy Lube + Tire/Warhorse Ducati Panigale V2 on the podium.
Rounding out the top five in points is Rahal Ducati Moto with Roller Die + Forming rider and 2025 Talent Cup and Twins Cup Champion Alessandro Di Mario. The Kentuckian finished fifth at the first round putting him 14 points out of first after racing in his first DAYTONA 200. The rising young star looks poised to run up front and contend for podiums.
The MotoAmerica Mission King Of The Baggers Championship heads into round two at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta with a close championship battle after an intense weekend at Daytona International Speedway. The pair of gritty feature races on the high banks rewarded fans with another thrilling showdown between Indian Motorcycle and Harley-Davidson, and the battle now moves to Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta.
J&P Cycles/Motul/Vance & Hines Factory Indian’s Troy Herfoss tops the early championship standings with 45 points aboard his Indian Challenger. Herfoss combined speed and savvy at the opening round to consistently put himself in points-scoring positions and now carries that momentum into a circuit that will test both rider and machine.
Also riding an Indian Challenger for J&P Cycles/Motul/Vance & Hines Factory Indian, Hayden Gillim sits second in the standings with 32 points. Gillim displayed commanding pace in Daytona’s opening race and backed it up with competitive finishes throughout the weekend. Gillim will be looking to leverage that speed into his first double win of the year.
Harley-Davidson x Dynojet Factory Racing’s Kyle Wyman holds 32 points, tied for second with Gillim after strong first-round performances aboard his Harley-Davidson Road Glide. As the winningest rider in the class, Wyman’s experience makes him a perennial title threat as the series heads into more technical territory.
Also aboard a Harley-Davidson Road Glide for Harley-Davidson x Dynojet Factory Racing, Bradley Smith sits fourth in the standings with 26 points. Smith’s consistency in the Daytona races allowed him to remain close to the leaders, and he’ll be aiming to capitalize on his experience and put himself into contention for the victory at Road Atlanta.
Big Diehl x Harley-Davidson Factory Racing’s James Rispoli is fifth in the championship on 22 points after solid results at Daytona. Riding his Harley-Davidson Road Glide, Rispoli has the pace to stay in the hunt, and he’ll look to build on his Daytona performance as the series transitions to the more technical challenges of Road Atlanta’s elevation changes and braking zones.
The MotoAmerica Twins Cup championship heads to Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta following a dramatic season opener at Daytona International Speedway, where drafting battles and razor-thin margins defined the opening round.
Yamaha BLU CRU Estenson Racing’s Sam Drane arrives at Road Atlanta as the championship leader after piloting his Yamaha YZF-R7 to a dramatic race two victory in Daytona. The young Australian showed poise in the draft, but he will now face a different challenge at Road Atlanta, where precision is key.
Robem Engineering Aprilia’s Hank Vossberg sits second in the standings with 41 points after a strong Daytona showing aboard his Aprilia RS 660. With a race win already to his name, Vossberg has proven he has the pace to contend and will look to carry that momentum into a circuit that rewards rhythm and technical execution.
M4 ECSTAR Suzuki’s Bodie Paige holds 29 championship points, putting him third in the title chase entering the Atlanta round. After consistent results at Daytona aboard the Suzuki GSX-8R, the Australian teenager has established himself as a reliable frontrunner and will be looking to take the next step to battle for a win at Road Atlanta.
M4 ECSTAR Suzuki rider Matthew Chapin sits fourth in points after narrowly missing a victory in Daytona’s race two on his Suzuki GSX-8R. Chapin’s speed and racecraft make him a clear contender, and he will be aiming to convert that pace into a win through the rolling hills of the Atlanta circuit.
While fifth in the standings is technically held by two riders, the first of the two, M4 ECSTAR Suzuki’s Michel Agazzi will not compete at Road Atlanta. Agazzi has returned to Italy to focus on this year’s Suzuki GSX-8R Cup—the very series that earned him his one-off Daytona opportunity. With Agazzi absent, riders ranked below fifth will be eager to capitalize and close the gap on the championship leaders.
Karns/TST Industries Racing rider Kevin Olmedo occupies the fifth spot alongside Agazzi in the standings after a consistent Daytona outing aboard his Suzuki GSX-8R. Olmedo’s steady performance positions him well heading into Road Atlanta, where it seems he will break the tie in points, and continue to reel in the lead group.
The Talent Cup points chase is likely to be a close battle all year long. After the Circuit of The Americas opener, the points standings show a two-way tie for first and a two-way tie for third heading into the picturesque Georgia road course.
Team Roberts rider Kensei Matsudaira won the most recent Talent Cup race two in Texas last month. Matsudaira came into the season with quiet confidence and a racer’s maturity well beyond his years. The Southern Californian instantly proved he belongs in the front group. With a smooth and calculated style, his performance demonstrated a rider capable of controlling races without overextending himself or the equipment. Expect him to be a factor for podiums all season long.
Quarterley Racing’s Nathan Gouker showed flashes of brilliance in the opening round, using aggressive lines and late braking points to gain positions when it counted most. His give-it-all riding style sometimes walks the fine line between spectacular and risky, and he displayed his bike-control skills with multiple saves at the Austin circuit. After winning race one and swapping to second in race two, Gouker enters the Atlanta round tied for first in points with Matsudaira.
Team Hammer’s Jake Paige currently sits tied for third in points. The Australian ripper finished third and fourth, respectively, in the two COTA races, leading laps in the process and gaining valuable race experience in his first full Talent Cup season. Paige knows he can run in the front group, and he brings that confidence to Road Atlanta in search of his first career MotoAmerica Talent Cup win.
Yamaha BLU CRU Estenson Racing rider Sam Drane shares the third step in points with Paige. Drane and his three previously mentioned competitors have formed an early “front four” in the class. Drane showed patience at the opening round, was firmly in the lead group in both races, and he begins round two right in the middle of the points chase.
Heading east for round two, Texas native Rossi Garcia and his Rossi Motorsports team are carrying 22 championship points into Atlanta. Currently sitting fifth in the standings, Garcia aims to climb higher after grinding out two fifth-place finishes at his home track during the season opener.
The 2026 Royal Enfield Build.Train.Race. (BTR) program kicks off its sixth season at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta with an all-female lineup of 10 riders. This year’s roster highlights the program’s global reach, featuring an even split between five American competitors and five international athletes, including four from Brazil and one from Canada.
These participants personally transform their Royal Enfield Continental GT 650s into race-spec machines before undergoing professional coaching and competing on a national stage. By combining mechanical fabrication with high-speed track execution, the series continues to foster a diverse, inclusive environment for women to develop their skills in professional road racing.
For the full 2026 MotoAmerica schedule, and to purchase tickets for MotoAmerica events, CLICK HERE
For information on how to watch the MotoAmerica series, CLICK HERE
MotoAmerica returns to Road Atlanta on April 17–19 with a full program of racing action. The weekend is highlighted by the Superbike races at 3:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday, both broadcast live on VICE TV, alongside a complete schedule of support classes and fan activities.
Find the full program and all event details below:
The sixth edition of the single-make trophy dedicated to the Aprilia RS 660 kicks off on April 24 at Misano.
Everything is ready for the Trofeo Aprilia RS 660’s seasonal debut. Organised by BK Corse, the championship will officially get underway during the weekend of April 24th-26th at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli.
Now in its sixth edition, the single-make series dedicated to the Aprilia RS 660 features an international field of riders and updated regulations. The goal is to reaffirm its position as a benchmark for the growth of emerging talent, offering an excellent technical environment and a high level of competitiveness.
Over the years, the Trophy has established a reputation as a genuine springboard to international competitions, as evidenced by Edoardo Colombi’s career path. After winning the title in 2023, the Italian rider made his debut in the BSB (British Superbike Championship) the following year, narrowly missing out on the Sportbike title by just 1.5 points. The format adds value for both riders and teams, with the latter having complete autonomy in managing and fine-tuning the RS 660.
The 2026 regulations feature a single category open to Aprilia RS 660 models in Trophy configuration. Specifically, these bikes are equipped with Öhlins suspension, Brembo brakes with dedicated racing pads, Sprint Filter air filters and SC Project exhausts (both partners of Aprilia Racing in MotoGP), a racing electronic control unit (ECU), and a racing control panel by Jet Prime. Furthermore, all Aprilia RS 660s entered in the Trophy will be fitted with Pirelli tyres in SC1 (slick) or SCR1 (rain) compounds.
The Trofeo Aprilia RS 660 will consist of six rounds: five held in conjunction with the Campionato Italiano Velocità (CIV) and one as part of the Alpe Adria International Motorcycle Championship, which will take place at the historic Brno Circuit in the Czech Republic. The 2026 calendar is as follows:
The entry fee for the Trofeo Aprilia RS 660 is €5,200 + VAT. Participation is open to all riders aged 16 and over holding a valid racing license. The price of the motorcycle in Trophy configuration is €15,800 + VAT.
For further information, please visit the dedicated page: https://www.aprilia.com/en_EN/aprilia-racing/rs660trofeo/
By Stuart Smith:
I’ve released a new video on my YouTube channel. This latest video is about getting your bike through tech with CVMA, but it should apply to most race/track day organizations.
The video is live now at the following link: https://youtu.be/fhkCpsqhRUQ
Precision Track Days brings you the results of this weekend’s events.
Bryanna Everitt led first MotoAmerica Royal Enfield Build. Train. Race practice at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta on Friday. Brianna Cutler was second, ahead of Marie Madura, Jasmine Noelle and Tati Paze.
26_4_RDATL_BTR_P1_res
Maria Herrera was fastest during FIM World Women’s Circuit Racing Free Practice Friday morning at TT Circuit Assen, in The Netherlands. Riding her Terra & Vita GRT Yamaha YZF-R7 on Pirelli control tires, Herrera covered the 2.82-mile (4.54 km) road course in 1:47.613, topping the field of 26 riders.
Beatriz Neila was the runner-up on her Ampito Crescent Yamaha YZF-R7 with a time of 1:48.524, and Tayla Relph got third on her Full Throttle Racing Yamaha YZF-R7 with a lap time of 1:48.956.
American Mallory Dobbs got 16th on her YVS Sabadell Diva Racing Yamaha YZF-R7 with a lap time of 1:51.343.
wccr fp
Can Oncu was quickest during FIM Supersport World Championship Free practice Friday morning at TT Circuit Assen, in The Netherlands. Riding his Pata Yamaha Ten Kate YZF-R9 on Pirelli control tires, the Turkish rider covered the 2.82-mile (4.54 km) road course in 1:37.010, topping the field of 34 riders.
Tom Booth-Amos was the best of the rest with a 1:37.238 on his PTR Triumph Street Triple 765 RS.
Former MotoAmerica Supersport regular Valentin Debise was third with a 1:37.356 on his Eastroc Evan Bros ZXMOTO 820RR.
FP WSSP
Nicolo Bulega was quickest during FIM Superbike World Championship Free Practice 1 Friday morning at TT Circuit Assen, in The Netherlands. Riding his Pirelli-shod Aruba.it Racing Ducati Panigale V4R on the 2.82-mile (4.54 km) track, the Italian recorded a 1:33.952 to lead the field of 23 riders.
His teammate, Iker Lecuona was the best of the rest with a 1:34.208. Sam Lowes was third-fastest with a 1:34.428 on his ELF Marc VDS Racing Ducati Panigale V4R.
Danilo Pettruci got 6th on his ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team M1000RR with a lap time of 1:34.737.
American Garrett Gerloff finished the opening session in 14th with a 1:35.301 on his Kawasaki ZX-10RR.
fp1 wsbk
More from a press release issued by WorldSBK:
Bulega heads Lecuona and Sam Lowes in WorldSBK FP1 at Assen, both BMWs crash towards the end of the session. Championship leader Nicolo Bulega laid down a marker as he claimed top spot in the opening WorldSBK session of the weekend.
Nicolo Bulega (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) started as he aims to go on with top spot in Free Practice 1 for the MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship. The #11 was the only rider to lap in the 1’39s bracket as he claimed P1 ahead of teammate Iker Lecuona (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) and fellow Ducati rider Sam Lowes (ELF Marc VDS Racing Team) at the TT Circuit Assen for the Pirelli Dutch Round.
Despite Ducati being hit with a 0.5kg/h fuel flow reduction by the FIM, it didn’t stop Bulega topping the times with a 1’33.952s; the only rider to lap in the 1’39s. He finished 0.256s clear of teammate Lecuona in second as the #7 looks to continue his Portimao form at Assen. Sam Lowes, now feeling considerably better with his left wrist, claimed third with a 1’34.428s as Ducati locked out the top three positions.
Lorenzo Baldassarri (Team GoEleven) put in a late lap to move into fourth place after setting a 1’34.527s, starting off the weekend strongly. Another rider who posted a late lap to move up the order was Xavi Vierge (Pata Maxus Yamaha), who followed Alvaro Bautista (Barni Spark Racing Team) around to set a 1’34.713s and claim P5, with Danilo Petrucci (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) in sixth. Petrucci was the lead BMW rider in Free Practice 1 as he posted a 1’34.737s, 0.785s behind Bulega’s pacesetting time, although he crashed at Turn 16 when on course for his best time of the session.
Bautista had been running in the top five but found himself dropping down to P7 as he lapped 0.001s than Petrucci, the rider he replaced at Barni Ducati. Like Ducati, Bimota have also been hit by a 0.5kg/h fuel flow reduction, with Alex Lowes (bimota by Kawasaki Racing Team) finishing in eighth place with a 0.865s margin to Bulega. Yari Montella (Barni Spark Racing Team) finished in ninth with Tarran Mackenzie (MGM Optical Express Racing) rounding out the top ten.
Miguel Oliveira (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) was 12th after he crashed with around 12 minutes remaining in the session, losing the front at Turn 10. Last year’s Race 2 winner, Andrea Locatelli (Pata Maxus Yamaha), was 13th while wildcard Twan Smits (Team Apreco) was 17th on his WorldSBK debut.
The top six from WorldSBK FP1, full results here:
1. Nicolo Bulega (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) 1’33.952s
2. Iker Lecuona (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) +0.256s
3. Sam Lowes (ELF Marc VDS Racing Team) +0.476s
4. Lorenzo Baldassarri (Team GoEleven) +0.575s
5. Xavi Vierge (Pata Maxus Yamaha) +0.761s
6. Danilo Petrucci (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) +0.785s
Don’t miss any action from WorldSBK FP2 at 15:00 Local Time (UTC+2) using the WorldSBK VideoPass!
MotoAmerica, North America’s premier motorcycle road racing series, is proud to announce that Quad Lock, a leader in smartphone mounting technology, has increased its footprint and is now the title sponsor for the MotoAmerica Superbike Championship. As it begins its milestone 50th season, the premier class is officially titled the “Quad Lock Superbike Championship.”
The new title sponsorship follows the March 24 announcement of Quad Lock’s partnership at three key MotoAmerica rounds this season where fan-focused activations will showcase their cutting-edge motorcycle device-mounting systems to a highly passionate audience.
“We are thrilled to expand our partnership with MotoAmerica,” said Quad Lock Marketing Manager Tim Frazer. “The Superbike Championship is top-tier racing, and we are honored to be a part of this historic 50th season.”
“Having Quad Lock step up as the title sponsor for our Superbike Championship is a testament to the strength and reach of our series,” said MotoAmerica COO Chuck Aksland “Their products are a favorite among our fans and riders alike. To have them lead our premier class during such a monumental year for the sport is truly exciting for everyone involved.”
As the title sponsor of the Quad Lock Superbike Championship, the brand will have a significant presence throughout the paddock, including prominent series branding and increased exposure through MotoAmerica Live+ and exclusive MotoAmerica broadcast partnerships.
For the full 2026 MotoAmerica schedule, and to purchase tickets for MotoAmerica events, CLICK HERE
For information on how to watch the MotoAmerica series, CLICK HERE
The FIM is delighted to announce an agreement with Warner Bros. Discovery Sports to stream all rounds of the 2026 FIM Endurance World Championship (EWC) LIVE on FIM-MOTO.TV, commencing this coming weekend (18-19 April) with the opening round of the series – the fabled 24 Heures Motos – at the Circuit Bugatti at Le Mans in France.
Although not applicable to Europe, the ground-breaking deal will ensure unparalleled LIVE coverage on FIM-MOTO.TV of the series across North and South America, Asia (excluding Japan), the Caribbean, the Middle East and Africa and Oceania (excluding Australia) under the new management of Endurance Moto Promoter.
Following the opening round at Le Mans, the series travels to the Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps in Belgium for the 8 Hours of Spa Motos in early June followed by the Coca-Cola Suzuka 8 Hours in Japan at the start of July. The championship will sign off with the deciding twenty-four-hour Bol d’Or at Circuit Paul Ricard in France in mid-September and fans of this incredibly specialised discipline can now stream all the action LIVE from the comfort of their own homes.
With a worldwide audience of more than four-hundred-thousand users via both the website and mobile app, FIM-MOTO.TV streams more FIM World Championship events – both road and off-road – than any other streaming platform.
All rounds will be available on a pay-per-view basis at €6.99 per round that also includes a full replay of the race. For more information click here.
Red Clay Rivalries: Five MotoAmerica Support Class Championships Continue At Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta.
As the MotoAmerica Superbike Championship rolls into Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, five of the series’ ultra-competitive support classes—Supersport, Mission King Of The Baggers, Twins Cup, Talent Cup, and Royal Enfield Build.Train.Race.—join the premier class to deliver a full weekend of bar-to-bar action.
While Supersport, Mission King Of The Baggers, Twins Cup, and Talent Cup arrive in Georgia to continue their respective championships, Royal Enfield Build.Train.Race. opens its 2026 season at Road Atlanta, adding a new layer of anticipation to an already stacked lineup at one of the most demanding circuits on the calendar.
“Road Atlanta always delivers, and this weekend’s support classes are a big part of that,” said MotoAmerica COO Chuck Aksland. “Supersport comes in with real momentum after an exciting DAYTONA 200, and I expect that intensity to carry right into this round. Twins Cup continues to produce close, competitive racing every time out, and Talent Cup is giving us a great look at the next generation coming through the system. It’s also our first look at a new crop of Royal Enfield Build.Train.Race. competitors, which has become a real fan favorite. And of course, Mission King Of The Baggers never disappoints here — those races are always a highlight at Road Atlanta.”
The Supersport class took a much-needed break after the DAYTONA 200. The 57-lap affair stands apart from all other races on the Supersport calendar as a unique event. As the series moves to more traditional road courses and smaller lap counts, fans are in store for a dynamic sprint to the checkers in each of the weekend’s two 18-lap races.
Josh Herrin leads the pack into Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta aboard his Rahal Ducati Moto with Desnuda Organic Tequila Ducati Panigale V2. The 35-year-old Californian started the season with his fourth DAYTONA 200 win in a row and fifth overall, putting him on top of the points. Herrin looks to extend his championship lead at a track where he typically excels.
M4 ECSTAR Suzuki rider Tyler Scott sits in second with 20 championship points, trailing Herrin by five heading into round two. Scott’s notoriously strong qualifying runs and calculated passes should keep him in striking distance of the lead, and he will be looking to capitalize at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, challenge Herrin, and stake his claim for the top step of the podium.
Rahal Ducati Moto with Droplight’s Kayla Yaakov comes to Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta third in points, just nine back from the leader. The Pennsylvania-born 18-year-old is intense and focused, combining fearless cornering with razor-sharp racecraft. Yaakov has shown a remarkable ability to learn quickly from every lap and will be a constant threat in the front group as the championship battle heats up.
MotoAmerica Supersport newcomer Darryn Binder heads to Road Atlanta sitting fourth in the standings with 13 points despite his rookie status. After a strong debut and successful pre-season testing at this circuit, the former MotoGP rider looks to put his Celtic/Economy Lube + Tire/Warhorse Ducati Panigale V2 on the podium.
Rounding out the top five in points is Rahal Ducati Moto with Roller Die + Forming rider and 2025 Talent Cup and Twins Cup Champion Alessandro Di Mario. The Kentuckian finished fifth at the first round putting him 14 points out of first after racing in his first DAYTONA 200. The rising young star looks poised to run up front and contend for podiums.
The MotoAmerica Mission King Of The Baggers Championship heads into round two at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta with a close championship battle after an intense weekend at Daytona International Speedway. The pair of gritty feature races on the high banks rewarded fans with another thrilling showdown between Indian Motorcycle and Harley-Davidson, and the battle now moves to Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta.
J&P Cycles/Motul/Vance & Hines Factory Indian’s Troy Herfoss tops the early championship standings with 45 points aboard his Indian Challenger. Herfoss combined speed and savvy at the opening round to consistently put himself in points-scoring positions and now carries that momentum into a circuit that will test both rider and machine.
Also riding an Indian Challenger for J&P Cycles/Motul/Vance & Hines Factory Indian, Hayden Gillim sits second in the standings with 32 points. Gillim displayed commanding pace in Daytona’s opening race and backed it up with competitive finishes throughout the weekend. Gillim will be looking to leverage that speed into his first double win of the year.
Harley-Davidson x Dynojet Factory Racing’s Kyle Wyman holds 32 points, tied for second with Gillim after strong first-round performances aboard his Harley-Davidson Road Glide. As the winningest rider in the class, Wyman’s experience makes him a perennial title threat as the series heads into more technical territory.
Also aboard a Harley-Davidson Road Glide for Harley-Davidson x Dynojet Factory Racing, Bradley Smith sits fourth in the standings with 26 points. Smith’s consistency in the Daytona races allowed him to remain close to the leaders, and he’ll be aiming to capitalize on his experience and put himself into contention for the victory at Road Atlanta.
Big Diehl x Harley-Davidson Factory Racing’s James Rispoli is fifth in the championship on 22 points after solid results at Daytona. Riding his Harley-Davidson Road Glide, Rispoli has the pace to stay in the hunt, and he’ll look to build on his Daytona performance as the series transitions to the more technical challenges of Road Atlanta’s elevation changes and braking zones.
The MotoAmerica Twins Cup championship heads to Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta following a dramatic season opener at Daytona International Speedway, where drafting battles and razor-thin margins defined the opening round.
Yamaha BLU CRU Estenson Racing’s Sam Drane arrives at Road Atlanta as the championship leader after piloting his Yamaha YZF-R7 to a dramatic race two victory in Daytona. The young Australian showed poise in the draft, but he will now face a different challenge at Road Atlanta, where precision is key.
Robem Engineering Aprilia’s Hank Vossberg sits second in the standings with 41 points after a strong Daytona showing aboard his Aprilia RS 660. With a race win already to his name, Vossberg has proven he has the pace to contend and will look to carry that momentum into a circuit that rewards rhythm and technical execution.
M4 ECSTAR Suzuki’s Bodie Paige holds 29 championship points, putting him third in the title chase entering the Atlanta round. After consistent results at Daytona aboard the Suzuki GSX-8R, the Australian teenager has established himself as a reliable frontrunner and will be looking to take the next step to battle for a win at Road Atlanta.
M4 ECSTAR Suzuki rider Matthew Chapin sits fourth in points after narrowly missing a victory in Daytona’s race two on his Suzuki GSX-8R. Chapin’s speed and racecraft make him a clear contender, and he will be aiming to convert that pace into a win through the rolling hills of the Atlanta circuit.
While fifth in the standings is technically held by two riders, the first of the two, M4 ECSTAR Suzuki’s Michel Agazzi will not compete at Road Atlanta. Agazzi has returned to Italy to focus on this year’s Suzuki GSX-8R Cup—the very series that earned him his one-off Daytona opportunity. With Agazzi absent, riders ranked below fifth will be eager to capitalize and close the gap on the championship leaders.
Karns/TST Industries Racing rider Kevin Olmedo occupies the fifth spot alongside Agazzi in the standings after a consistent Daytona outing aboard his Suzuki GSX-8R. Olmedo’s steady performance positions him well heading into Road Atlanta, where it seems he will break the tie in points, and continue to reel in the lead group.
The Talent Cup points chase is likely to be a close battle all year long. After the Circuit of The Americas opener, the points standings show a two-way tie for first and a two-way tie for third heading into the picturesque Georgia road course.
Team Roberts rider Kensei Matsudaira won the most recent Talent Cup race two in Texas last month. Matsudaira came into the season with quiet confidence and a racer’s maturity well beyond his years. The Southern Californian instantly proved he belongs in the front group. With a smooth and calculated style, his performance demonstrated a rider capable of controlling races without overextending himself or the equipment. Expect him to be a factor for podiums all season long.
Quarterley Racing’s Nathan Gouker showed flashes of brilliance in the opening round, using aggressive lines and late braking points to gain positions when it counted most. His give-it-all riding style sometimes walks the fine line between spectacular and risky, and he displayed his bike-control skills with multiple saves at the Austin circuit. After winning race one and swapping to second in race two, Gouker enters the Atlanta round tied for first in points with Matsudaira.
Team Hammer’s Jake Paige currently sits tied for third in points. The Australian ripper finished third and fourth, respectively, in the two COTA races, leading laps in the process and gaining valuable race experience in his first full Talent Cup season. Paige knows he can run in the front group, and he brings that confidence to Road Atlanta in search of his first career MotoAmerica Talent Cup win.
Yamaha BLU CRU Estenson Racing rider Sam Drane shares the third step in points with Paige. Drane and his three previously mentioned competitors have formed an early “front four” in the class. Drane showed patience at the opening round, was firmly in the lead group in both races, and he begins round two right in the middle of the points chase.
Heading east for round two, Texas native Rossi Garcia and his Rossi Motorsports team are carrying 22 championship points into Atlanta. Currently sitting fifth in the standings, Garcia aims to climb higher after grinding out two fifth-place finishes at his home track during the season opener.
The 2026 Royal Enfield Build.Train.Race. (BTR) program kicks off its sixth season at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta with an all-female lineup of 10 riders. This year’s roster highlights the program’s global reach, featuring an even split between five American competitors and five international athletes, including four from Brazil and one from Canada.
These participants personally transform their Royal Enfield Continental GT 650s into race-spec machines before undergoing professional coaching and competing on a national stage. By combining mechanical fabrication with high-speed track execution, the series continues to foster a diverse, inclusive environment for women to develop their skills in professional road racing.
For the full 2026 MotoAmerica schedule, and to purchase tickets for MotoAmerica events, CLICK HERE
For information on how to watch the MotoAmerica series, CLICK HERE
MotoAmerica returns to Road Atlanta on April 17–19 with a full program of racing action. The weekend is highlighted by the Superbike races at 3:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday, both broadcast live on VICE TV, alongside a complete schedule of support classes and fan activities.
Find the full program and all event details below:
The sixth edition of the single-make trophy dedicated to the Aprilia RS 660 kicks off on April 24 at Misano.
Everything is ready for the Trofeo Aprilia RS 660’s seasonal debut. Organised by BK Corse, the championship will officially get underway during the weekend of April 24th-26th at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli.
Now in its sixth edition, the single-make series dedicated to the Aprilia RS 660 features an international field of riders and updated regulations. The goal is to reaffirm its position as a benchmark for the growth of emerging talent, offering an excellent technical environment and a high level of competitiveness.
Over the years, the Trophy has established a reputation as a genuine springboard to international competitions, as evidenced by Edoardo Colombi’s career path. After winning the title in 2023, the Italian rider made his debut in the BSB (British Superbike Championship) the following year, narrowly missing out on the Sportbike title by just 1.5 points. The format adds value for both riders and teams, with the latter having complete autonomy in managing and fine-tuning the RS 660.
The 2026 regulations feature a single category open to Aprilia RS 660 models in Trophy configuration. Specifically, these bikes are equipped with Öhlins suspension, Brembo brakes with dedicated racing pads, Sprint Filter air filters and SC Project exhausts (both partners of Aprilia Racing in MotoGP), a racing electronic control unit (ECU), and a racing control panel by Jet Prime. Furthermore, all Aprilia RS 660s entered in the Trophy will be fitted with Pirelli tyres in SC1 (slick) or SCR1 (rain) compounds.
The Trofeo Aprilia RS 660 will consist of six rounds: five held in conjunction with the Campionato Italiano Velocità (CIV) and one as part of the Alpe Adria International Motorcycle Championship, which will take place at the historic Brno Circuit in the Czech Republic. The 2026 calendar is as follows:
The entry fee for the Trofeo Aprilia RS 660 is €5,200 + VAT. Participation is open to all riders aged 16 and over holding a valid racing license. The price of the motorcycle in Trophy configuration is €15,800 + VAT.
For further information, please visit the dedicated page: https://www.aprilia.com/en_EN/aprilia-racing/rs660trofeo/
By Stuart Smith:
I’ve released a new video on my YouTube channel. This latest video is about getting your bike through tech with CVMA, but it should apply to most race/track day organizations.
The video is live now at the following link: https://youtu.be/fhkCpsqhRUQ
