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Video: British Superbike “Thrill Of The Race” Episode Five

The latest episode of the new Thrill of the Race Series bringing you closer than ever before to the Bennetts British Superbike Championship, with the next installment coming from the fifth round at Snetterton

#britishsuperbikes #bsb #bsb2023 #snetterton #superbikerace #superbikeracing #motorcycle #motorsport #ducati #honda #bmw #kawasaki #superbikes

INTRO 00:00

WEEKEND INTRODUCTION WITH STUART HIGGS 01:00

INTRODUCING TITO RABAT 02:16

RACE ONE RECAP WITH STUART HIGGS 04:15

RACE ONE THOUGHTS WITH TOMMY BRIDEWELL 04:40

BIKE SOCIAL SPRINT RACE 05:19

INTRODUCTION TO DAY TWO 09:35

THOUGHTS FROM RYAN VICKERS 10:15

RACE ONE ROUND UP WITH STUART HIGGS 11:00

CATCHUP WITH STEVE ROGERS & JASON O’HALLORAN 11:13

STEVE ROGERS ON SIGNING TITO RABAT 11:59

JOSH BROOKES POST RACE ONE THOUGHTS 12:35

TOMMY BRIDEWELL PRE-RACE TWO THOUGHTS 12:50

BENNETTS BRITISH SUPERBIKE RACE TWO 13:06

BENNETTS BRITISH SUPERBIKE RACE THREE 17:36

CLOSING WORDS FROM TOMMY BRIDEWELL 24:32

UP NEXT BRANDS HATCH 25:07

 

January 2024

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On the Front Cover: KTM’s all-new 2024 1390 Super Duke R EVO is the first
production motorcycle to come with a MotoGP-inspired holeshot (shape-shifter) device. Photo by Rudi Schedl/KTM.

 

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JANUARY 2024 ISSUE

 

FEATURES

Inside Info: KTM 1390 Super Duke R EVO Known as “The Beast;”
KTM 890 SMT “Ultimate SuperMoto Tourer”; Ducati Panigale Racing
Replicas; Triumph TF 250-X Motocrosser, and more…

Historic Racing: Between The Isle of Man Hedges, Part Two

Historic Racebike Illustrations: Classic Engines X

Battlax S23 Tire Introduction: Bridgestone Gets Serious

MotoGP Analysis: Can Anyone Catch Ducati In 2024?

MotoGP Analysis: Are Carbon-Fiber Frames Back For Good?

MotoGP Analysis: What Aerodynamic Devices Do

Army Of Darkness: Autopsy Of A Yamaha YZF-R1 Race Engine

Hanging With: Tyler O’Hara, The Original King Of The Baggers

 

RACING

MotoGP: Marc Marquez, On Why He Left Honda To Ride A Ducati

Good Neighbors: How Solar Farms May Help Preserve Racetracks

Pirelli Takes Over As The Spec Tire In Moto2 & Moto3

 

COLUMNS

Letters To The Editor: Racing A DOHC, 16-valve 400cc I-4 In 1993

10 Years Ago, January 2014: Racing Editor Chris Ulrich tested Attack Performance’s
one-off MotoGP CRT racebike; Marc Márquez became the youngest-ever premier class World Champion; Maverick Viñales won the Moto3 World Championship; newly crowned AMA Pro Daytona SportBike Champ Cameron Beaubier was profiled in Cribs; and engineer
Gigi Dall’Inga reported for his first day of work at Ducati.

The Crash Page: Aleix Espargaró Goes Flying In Qatar

Racing, School, & Track Day Calendar: Where & When To Ride

Classified Ads/Advertiser Index

High Performance Parts & Services Directory

Chris Ulrich: Adventures Of An Ex-Racer: On A Safari

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AHRMA: Overturf Selected As New Road Race Director

AHRMA Announces New Road Race Director

(January 1, 2024, Knoxville, TN) The American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association (AHRMA) is pleased to announce the selection of Leasha Overturf as AHRMA Road Race Director effective immediately.

Overturf, who has been passionate about motorcycles since she was a child, has been an active road racing competitor with AHRMA since 2012, and was named AHRMA’s Lady Road Racer of the Year in 2016. 

She has worked as a producer in the commercial advertising industry for more than 30 years and brings strong management and budgeting skills to her new role with AHRMA.

“Managing AHRMA’s dynamic road racing program requires a special skill set and Leasha’s professional background is a perfect fit for AHRMA,” said Carl Anderson, Chairman of the AHRMA Board of Trustees.  “Plus, as a long time AHRMA member and road racing competitor she already knows the AHRMA vibe that makes our events so unique and special.”

“I love people and problem solving.  And I love to be part of a team,” Overturf said. “The idea of bringing everyone together at each race and being at the ready to handle any situation is very exciting to me. I will approach the job with humble ease and creative spirit working in tandem with my new AHRMA team-mates. Every decision I make will be in the best interest of the organization and the safety of all involved.”

About AHRMA

The American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association (AHRMA) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to competing on fantastic classic and true vintage machines along with a wide range of modern motorcycles.  With over 3,000 members, AHRMA is the largest vintage racing group in North America and one of the biggest in the world. The association has grown steadily over the years, reflecting the increasing interest in classic bikes.

Video: British Superbike “Thrill Of The Race” Episode Four

The latest episode of the new Thrill of the Race Series bringing you closer than ever before to the Bennetts British Superbike Championship, with the next installment coming from the fourth round at Knockhill

#britishsuperbikes #bsb #bsb2023 #knockhill #superbikerace #superbikeracing #motorcycle #motorsport

Intro 00:00

Foreword from Stuart Higgs 01:08

Catchup with Danny Buchan & Steve Plater 02:01

Qualifying 04:00

Bike Social Sprint Race 05:20

Catchup with Storm Stacey & Brent Gladwin 08:12

Bennetts British Superbike Race Two 10:34

Final Thought from Christian Iddon 14:32

Bennetts British Superbike Race Three 15:29

Weekend Roundup with Max Cook 20:14

Closing Words from Ryan Vickers 20:59

Up Next Snetterton 21:59

 

Where To Ride In January: Track Days, Schools, And Races

The following track days, riding schools, and racing events are scheduled by organizations based in the United States and Canada during January 2024.

Motorcycle track days, riding schools, and races are posted under the Event Calendar tab on the home page of this website, or you can access the Event Calendar for January 2024 directly by clicking HERE.

Once on the Event Calendar page, you can search for the event you are looking for by its date.

When you click on the event you want to attend you should find a link to the website and/or email address of the host organization, a link to the website of the host venue, the physical address of the host venue, a Google map to the host venue, and buttons to add the event and its information to your calendar application.

To have your motorcycle racing or riding event added to the Event Calendar on this website and published in the print edition of Roadracing World & Motorcycle Technology magazine, submit your calendar and contact information via the contact page on this website or by clicking HERE.

 

1/6-7               South Florida MiniGP Series (Minis), Anderson Racepark, Palmetto, FL

 

1/6-8               Jennings GP Track Days & Novice Schools, Jennings GP, Jennings, FL

 

1/7                   SoCal Supermoto School, Adams Motorsport Park, Riverside, CA

 

1/13                 2 Wheels Track Days, Streets of Willow, Rosamond, CA

 

1/13                 SoCal Supermoto School, Adams Motorsport Park, Riverside, CA

 

1/13-14           JP43 Training School, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, Desert Center, CA

 

1/13-14           SoCal Track Days, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway (CCW), Desert Center, CA

 

1/14                 Superbike-Coach Corp. (Schools), Little 99 Raceway, Stockton, CA

 

1/15                 SoCal Supermoto School, Adams Motorsport Park, Riverside, CA

 

1/17-18           JP43 Training School, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, Desert Center, CA

 

1/17-18           Racers Edge Track Days and Private Coaching Days, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, Desert Center, CA

 

1/18-19           Yamaha Champions Riding School, Homestead-Miami Speedway, Homestead, FL

 

1/19                 Apex Assassins Track Days, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, Desert Center, CA

 

1/20-21           Cornerspin School: Roadracing In The Dirt (Dirt Track School), Cornerspin Facility, Spencer, NC

 

1/20-21           CVMA 2023-2024 Winter Series, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, Desert Center, CA

 

1/20-21           N2 Track Days, Homestead-Miami Speedway, Homestead, FL

 

1/20-22           Jennings GP Track Days & Novice Schools, Jennings GP, Jennings, FL

 

1/21                 SoCal Supermoto School, Adams Motorsport Park, Riverside, CA

 

1/21                 Superbike-Coach Corp. (Schools), Little 99 Raceway, Stockton, CA

 

1/21                 XCEL Trackdays Track Days, Arizona Motorsports Park, Litchfield Park, AZ

 

1/26-27           American Supercamp (Dirt Track School), Eaton, CO

 

1/27                 2WTD Mini Racing Series (Minis), Apex Racing Center, Perris, CA

 

1/27-28           Cornerspin School: Roadracing In The Dirt (Dirt Track School), Cornerspin Facility, Spencer, NC

 

1/28                 Brake Free Track Time Track Days, Arizona Motorsports Park, Litchfield Park, AZ

 

1/28-29           American Supercamp (Dirt Track School), Eaton, CO

 

1/29                 SoCal Supermoto School, Adams Motorsport Park, Riverside, CA

Video: British Superbike “Thrill Of The Race” Episode Three

The third episode of the Thrill of the Race Series bringing you closer to the Bennetts British Superbike Championship, with the next installment coming from round three at Donington Park as the battle for the title continues to heat up!

#britishsuperbikes #bsb #bsb2023 #doningtonpark #superbikerace #motorcycle #yamaha #ducati #bmw #honda #kawasaki #racing

intro 00:00

FOREWORD FROM STUART HIGGS 01:08

SUPERPROLE 02:12

ROOKIE WATCH 07:38

RACE ONE 09:51

RACE TWO 14:30

RACE THREE 19:40

NEXT STOP KNOCKHILL 24:08:00

 

Video: British Superbike “Thrill Of The Race” Episode Two

The second episode of the new Thrill of the Race Series bringing you closer to the Bennetts British Superbike Championship, with the next installment coming from round two at Oulton Park in the rolling Cheshire countryside!

#britishsuperbikes #bsb #bsb2023 #oultonpark #superbikerace #motorcycle #yamaha #ducati #bmw #honda #kawasaki #racing

00:00 – Intro

00:24 – Foreword from Stuart Higgs

01:42 – Rookie Watch

03:06 – eBay Qualifying

06:03 – Catchup with Danny Kent

07:14 – BikeSocial Sprint Race

09:51 – Intermission with Stuart Higgs

10:51 – Bennetts British Superbike Race Two

13:21 – Bennetts British Superbike Race Three

16:16 – Closing Words from Glenn Irwin

17:48 – Next Stop Donington Park

MotoAmerica: Altus Motorsports Fielding Lewis, Nassaney & Collins in Supersport

(Altus, OK) Altus Motorsports is thrilled to announce its plans for the upcoming season.  After a challenging 2023, the team is entering the new year with renewed vigor, bolstered by a strong crew, a new rig, and an impressive rider lineup.

In 2024, Altus Motorsports will focus its efforts on the MotoAmerica Supersport class, consolidating its entries with three Suzuki GSX-R750s. This strategic decision will streamline the team’s operations, enhancing knowledge and optimizing parts utilization.

The rider lineup for the 2024 season is a perfect combination of seasoned experience and promising young talent.  Jaret Nassaney will return for his third season on the Suzuki GSX-R750. Nassaney showcased remarkable progress two years ago, but faced challenges in the first half of last year.  However, he regained his momentum by the end of the season, laying a solid foundation for a successful 2024 campaign.

Jaret Nassaney is looking forward to competing on a Suzuki GSX-R750 in MotoAmerica Next-Gen Supersport for the second-straight year. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.
Jaret Nassaney is looking forward to competing on a Suzuki GSX-R750 in MotoAmerica Supersport for the third-straight year. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.

Joining Nassaney is Jake Lewis, who secured the Stock 1000 Championship and the Superbike Cup for Altus Motorsports in 2021.  Lewis, known for his exceptional skills and positive attitude, will pilot one of the Suzuki GSX-R750s in the Supersport class. His wealth of experience and knowledge will be invaluable assets to the team.

Young Canadian Torin Collins is joining Altus Motorsports for his first full season in MotoAmerica Next-Gen Supersport. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.
Young Canadian Torin Collins is joining Altus Motorsports for his first full season in MotoAmerica Supersport. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.

Additionally, Altus Motorsports welcomes the talented young Canadian rider, Torin Collins, to the team.  Collins, with a racing career spanning from Alberta to the USA to Europe, has competed in the Moto3 Junior World Championship overseas in recent years.  Returning to North America, Collins will compete in the MotoAmerica Supersport class aboard the third Altus Motorsports GSX-R750, bringing a fresh perspective and determination to the team.  Torin raced a one-off round at COTA this past season and put it on the podium.  He will be a force in 2024!

Jaret Nassaney shared his enthusiasm for the upcoming season, stating, “I can’t wait to get the 2024 season underway. The Supersport class is going to be highly competitive, and we need to bring our A-game.  With Boyd and Murph supporting me, I’m ready for the challenge.  It’s exciting to be teammates with the snake again.  2024 is going to be the best season yet, not just for me but for MotoAmerica as well!”

Jake Lewis expressed his excitement about rejoining Altus Motorsports, saying, “I’m thrilled to be back with Altus Motorsports for the 2024 season.  After our Stock 1000 Championship, I maintained a close connection with the team.  While filling in last year in Supersport was enjoyable, I’m now ready to fully commit with a strong team.  It has been 10 years since I fought for a Supersport championship, and I’m determined to give it everything I’ve got.”

Torin Collins, the newest addition to the team, shared his eagerness for the challenge, stating, “I’m super stoked to take on this new challenge in the MotoAmerica Supersport class with Altus.  As a newcomer to this bike and these tracks, having an experienced team like Altus by my side is crucial.  Combining my European experience with the team’s hard work, I believe we’ll be frequent podium contenders this season!”

Janette Nassaney, Team Co-Owner, expressed her excitement for the 2024 season, saying, “I am so excited for the team we have put together for this 2024 season.  We are determined to be a force this year.  Having Jake and Jaret back together will be wonderful as they push and support each other on and off the track.  I am happy that Torin brings a fresh perspective and his amazing talent to our team.  We have worked really hard to rebuild after our loss last season, but I’m confident that between our amazing crew and riders, we will have a wonderful season in the most competitive class MotoAmerica has seen in years!”

George Nassaney, Team Co-Owner, reflected on the previous year’s challenges and expressed optimism for the upcoming season, saying, “Last year was undoubtedly a challenging period for us.  However, I’m glad it’s behind us, and I’m sincerely looking forward to 2024.  By the end of the previous season, we had rebuilt a solid core crew and added key individuals to our team.  Focusing solely on the Supersport class will make a significant difference for us, simplifying our operations.  Jake’s presence will elevate our entire team, both on and off the track.  Jaret finished the previous season strongly, and I’m excited to witness his performance this year.  Furthermore, the addition of Torin ensures that we have three formidable riders on the grid.”

 

Video: Stuman Rides A MotoAmerica Next Gen Supersport Suzuki GSX-R750

What is it like to ride a Team Hammer-built Suzuki GSX-R750 MotoAmerica Next Gen Supersport racebike? Watch Stuart “Stuman” Smith find out at Chuckwalla Valley Raceway.

 

World Endurance: Gino Rea Returning To Action With Wójcik Racing Team

The star cast of Wójcik Racing Team in the Superstock class in the FIM EWC

Returning under the wings of the Polish team as World Motorcycle Champion, Gino Rea will join Kevin Manfredi, Danny Webb and Sheridan Morais in the 777 crew, which will start in the full cycle of FIM EWC in the Superstock class.

A few days after the team of Grzegorz Wójcik and Sławomir Kubzdyl announced the full Polish lineup of the 77 crew, Wójcic Racing Team confirmed the international, star-studded 777 lineup.

The Polish team will fully make use of the new regulations, according to which not three, but four competitors will be allowed to participate in the Superstock class.

In the 2024 season, British Gino Rea will return under the wings of Wójcik Racing Team, who in 2019 began his journey with FIM EWC in the colors of the Polish team, and last year won the world championship as a Honda factory competitor.

Gino will join the 777 crew two of the fastest riders in the Superstock class of last season, Italian Kevin Manfredy and British Danny Webb.

Sheridan Morais will be experienced as the fourth pillar of the team, which ended the 2023 season with points at the third place of the Superstock World Cup. The popular “Shez” has been representing Wójcik Racing Team for four years and together with Rea he stood together on the FIM EWC podium in the colors of the team 77.

The international lineup of the 777 crew will receive a new Honda CBR1000RR motorcycle. On the second such machine in the EWC class, crew 77 with a fully Polish team will start; Kamil Krzemień, Artur Wielebski, Jurand Kuśmierczyk. The FIM EWC World Championship season will start in April with a 24-hour race at Le Mans.

“We are very excited to announce such a strong, international lineup of the 777 team and welcome Gino back to our team,” says Grzegorz Wójcik. “After a great season of 2023 next year we want to fight for the top positions again. Our competitors are not only very fast but also experienced, and Gino, Kevin and Sheridan already know Honda motorcycle well. This is very important for us, because we have a lot of work to do on developing new machines for us. Both the 777 crew, as well as the fully Polish 77 team, are looking forward to the first race of the new season.”

“Gino knew that our motorcycle would be waiting for him as soon as he felt ready to return to the track after the dangerous accident he suffered at the Suzuka track,” adds Sławomir Kubzdyl. “I had no doubt that this moment would come and I am happy that it is coming at such an exciting time for us. Gino’s story shows that motorcycle racing is a sport for the truly strong. Gino is a contender for blood and bone just like Kevin, Danny and Sheridan. I am convinced that these four, also thanks to the new regulations, will create a winning combination and at the same time it will help us develop new motorcycles for us.”

Video: British Superbike “Thrill Of The Race” Episode Five

Glenn Irwin (2), Jason O'Halloran (22), and Tito Rabat (53) fight for the lead in British Superbike Race One at Snetterton. Photo courtesy MSVR.
Glenn Irwin (2), Jason O'Halloran (22), and Tito Rabat (53) fight for positions in British Superbike Race One at Snetterton. Photo courtesy MSVR.

The latest episode of the new Thrill of the Race Series bringing you closer than ever before to the Bennetts British Superbike Championship, with the next installment coming from the fifth round at Snetterton

#britishsuperbikes #bsb #bsb2023 #snetterton #superbikerace #superbikeracing #motorcycle #motorsport #ducati #honda #bmw #kawasaki #superbikes

INTRO 00:00

WEEKEND INTRODUCTION WITH STUART HIGGS 01:00

INTRODUCING TITO RABAT 02:16

RACE ONE RECAP WITH STUART HIGGS 04:15

RACE ONE THOUGHTS WITH TOMMY BRIDEWELL 04:40

BIKE SOCIAL SPRINT RACE 05:19

INTRODUCTION TO DAY TWO 09:35

THOUGHTS FROM RYAN VICKERS 10:15

RACE ONE ROUND UP WITH STUART HIGGS 11:00

CATCHUP WITH STEVE ROGERS & JASON O’HALLORAN 11:13

STEVE ROGERS ON SIGNING TITO RABAT 11:59

JOSH BROOKES POST RACE ONE THOUGHTS 12:35

TOMMY BRIDEWELL PRE-RACE TWO THOUGHTS 12:50

BENNETTS BRITISH SUPERBIKE RACE TWO 13:06

BENNETTS BRITISH SUPERBIKE RACE THREE 17:36

CLOSING WORDS FROM TOMMY BRIDEWELL 24:32

UP NEXT BRANDS HATCH 25:07

 

January 2024

January 2024 Issue
January 2024 Issue

On the Front Cover: KTM’s all-new 2024 1390 Super Duke R EVO is the first
production motorcycle to come with a MotoGP-inspired holeshot (shape-shifter) device. Photo by Rudi Schedl/KTM.

 

Roadracing World & Motorcycle Technology is THE definitive source for motorcycle racing, riding, and tech information.

Roadracing World & Motorcycle Technology magazine is available in print and digital formats. SUBSCRIBE NOW. Or call (909) 654-4779 to subscribe, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time, Monday through Friday.

Log in HERE to read the January 2024 issue of Roadracing World & Motorcycle Technology with your online subscription.

 

JANUARY 2024 ISSUE

 

FEATURES

Inside Info: KTM 1390 Super Duke R EVO Known as “The Beast;”
KTM 890 SMT “Ultimate SuperMoto Tourer”; Ducati Panigale Racing
Replicas; Triumph TF 250-X Motocrosser, and more…

Historic Racing: Between The Isle of Man Hedges, Part Two

Historic Racebike Illustrations: Classic Engines X

Battlax S23 Tire Introduction: Bridgestone Gets Serious

MotoGP Analysis: Can Anyone Catch Ducati In 2024?

MotoGP Analysis: Are Carbon-Fiber Frames Back For Good?

MotoGP Analysis: What Aerodynamic Devices Do

Army Of Darkness: Autopsy Of A Yamaha YZF-R1 Race Engine

Hanging With: Tyler O’Hara, The Original King Of The Baggers

 

RACING

MotoGP: Marc Marquez, On Why He Left Honda To Ride A Ducati

Good Neighbors: How Solar Farms May Help Preserve Racetracks

Pirelli Takes Over As The Spec Tire In Moto2 & Moto3

 

COLUMNS

Letters To The Editor: Racing A DOHC, 16-valve 400cc I-4 In 1993

10 Years Ago, January 2014: Racing Editor Chris Ulrich tested Attack Performance’s
one-off MotoGP CRT racebike; Marc Márquez became the youngest-ever premier class World Champion; Maverick Viñales won the Moto3 World Championship; newly crowned AMA Pro Daytona SportBike Champ Cameron Beaubier was profiled in Cribs; and engineer
Gigi Dall’Inga reported for his first day of work at Ducati.

The Crash Page: Aleix Espargaró Goes Flying In Qatar

Racing, School, & Track Day Calendar: Where & When To Ride

Classified Ads/Advertiser Index

High Performance Parts & Services Directory

Chris Ulrich: Adventures Of An Ex-Racer: On A Safari

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AHRMA: Overturf Selected As New Road Race Director

Leasha Overturf. Photo by Mark Glenn, courtesy AHRMA.
Leasha Overturf. Photo by Mark Glenn, courtesy AHRMA.

AHRMA Announces New Road Race Director

(January 1, 2024, Knoxville, TN) The American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association (AHRMA) is pleased to announce the selection of Leasha Overturf as AHRMA Road Race Director effective immediately.

Overturf, who has been passionate about motorcycles since she was a child, has been an active road racing competitor with AHRMA since 2012, and was named AHRMA’s Lady Road Racer of the Year in 2016. 

She has worked as a producer in the commercial advertising industry for more than 30 years and brings strong management and budgeting skills to her new role with AHRMA.

“Managing AHRMA’s dynamic road racing program requires a special skill set and Leasha’s professional background is a perfect fit for AHRMA,” said Carl Anderson, Chairman of the AHRMA Board of Trustees.  “Plus, as a long time AHRMA member and road racing competitor she already knows the AHRMA vibe that makes our events so unique and special.”

“I love people and problem solving.  And I love to be part of a team,” Overturf said. “The idea of bringing everyone together at each race and being at the ready to handle any situation is very exciting to me. I will approach the job with humble ease and creative spirit working in tandem with my new AHRMA team-mates. Every decision I make will be in the best interest of the organization and the safety of all involved.”

About AHRMA

The American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association (AHRMA) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to competing on fantastic classic and true vintage machines along with a wide range of modern motorcycles.  With over 3,000 members, AHRMA is the largest vintage racing group in North America and one of the biggest in the world. The association has grown steadily over the years, reflecting the increasing interest in classic bikes.

Video: British Superbike “Thrill Of The Race” Episode Four

Jason O'Halloran (22) leads Kyle Ryde (77) and the rest of the British Superbike field at Knockhill Circuit. Photo courtesy MSVR.
Jason O'Halloran (22) leads Kyle Ryde (77) and the rest of the British Superbike field at Knockhill Circuit. Photo courtesy MSVR.

The latest episode of the new Thrill of the Race Series bringing you closer than ever before to the Bennetts British Superbike Championship, with the next installment coming from the fourth round at Knockhill

#britishsuperbikes #bsb #bsb2023 #knockhill #superbikerace #superbikeracing #motorcycle #motorsport

Intro 00:00

Foreword from Stuart Higgs 01:08

Catchup with Danny Buchan & Steve Plater 02:01

Qualifying 04:00

Bike Social Sprint Race 05:20

Catchup with Storm Stacey & Brent Gladwin 08:12

Bennetts British Superbike Race Two 10:34

Final Thought from Christian Iddon 14:32

Bennetts British Superbike Race Three 15:29

Weekend Roundup with Max Cook 20:14

Closing Words from Ryan Vickers 20:59

Up Next Snetterton 21:59

 

Where To Ride In January: Track Days, Schools, And Races

Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, in Desert Center, California seen here under normal, dry conditions, shortly after it was built in 2010. Photo by Caliphotography.com, courtesy Chuckwalla Valley Raceway.
Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, in Desert Center, California, seen here under normal, dry conditions, shortly after it was built in 2010. Photo by Caliphotography.com, courtesy Chuckwalla Valley Raceway.

The following track days, riding schools, and racing events are scheduled by organizations based in the United States and Canada during January 2024.

Motorcycle track days, riding schools, and races are posted under the Event Calendar tab on the home page of this website, or you can access the Event Calendar for January 2024 directly by clicking HERE.

Once on the Event Calendar page, you can search for the event you are looking for by its date.

When you click on the event you want to attend you should find a link to the website and/or email address of the host organization, a link to the website of the host venue, the physical address of the host venue, a Google map to the host venue, and buttons to add the event and its information to your calendar application.

To have your motorcycle racing or riding event added to the Event Calendar on this website and published in the print edition of Roadracing World & Motorcycle Technology magazine, submit your calendar and contact information via the contact page on this website or by clicking HERE.

 

1/6-7               South Florida MiniGP Series (Minis), Anderson Racepark, Palmetto, FL

 

1/6-8               Jennings GP Track Days & Novice Schools, Jennings GP, Jennings, FL

 

1/7                   SoCal Supermoto School, Adams Motorsport Park, Riverside, CA

 

1/13                 2 Wheels Track Days, Streets of Willow, Rosamond, CA

 

1/13                 SoCal Supermoto School, Adams Motorsport Park, Riverside, CA

 

1/13-14           JP43 Training School, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, Desert Center, CA

 

1/13-14           SoCal Track Days, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway (CCW), Desert Center, CA

 

1/14                 Superbike-Coach Corp. (Schools), Little 99 Raceway, Stockton, CA

 

1/15                 SoCal Supermoto School, Adams Motorsport Park, Riverside, CA

 

1/17-18           JP43 Training School, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, Desert Center, CA

 

1/17-18           Racers Edge Track Days and Private Coaching Days, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, Desert Center, CA

 

1/18-19           Yamaha Champions Riding School, Homestead-Miami Speedway, Homestead, FL

 

1/19                 Apex Assassins Track Days, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, Desert Center, CA

 

1/20-21           Cornerspin School: Roadracing In The Dirt (Dirt Track School), Cornerspin Facility, Spencer, NC

 

1/20-21           CVMA 2023-2024 Winter Series, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, Desert Center, CA

 

1/20-21           N2 Track Days, Homestead-Miami Speedway, Homestead, FL

 

1/20-22           Jennings GP Track Days & Novice Schools, Jennings GP, Jennings, FL

 

1/21                 SoCal Supermoto School, Adams Motorsport Park, Riverside, CA

 

1/21                 Superbike-Coach Corp. (Schools), Little 99 Raceway, Stockton, CA

 

1/21                 XCEL Trackdays Track Days, Arizona Motorsports Park, Litchfield Park, AZ

 

1/26-27           American Supercamp (Dirt Track School), Eaton, CO

 

1/27                 2WTD Mini Racing Series (Minis), Apex Racing Center, Perris, CA

 

1/27-28           Cornerspin School: Roadracing In The Dirt (Dirt Track School), Cornerspin Facility, Spencer, NC

 

1/28                 Brake Free Track Time Track Days, Arizona Motorsports Park, Litchfield Park, AZ

 

1/28-29           American Supercamp (Dirt Track School), Eaton, CO

 

1/29                 SoCal Supermoto School, Adams Motorsport Park, Riverside, CA

Video: British Superbike “Thrill Of The Race” Episode Three

Fans on pit lane during a break in the action Sunday at Donington Park. Photo courtesy MSVR.
Fans on pit lane during a break in the action Sunday at Donington Park. Photo courtesy MSVR.

The third episode of the Thrill of the Race Series bringing you closer to the Bennetts British Superbike Championship, with the next installment coming from round three at Donington Park as the battle for the title continues to heat up!

#britishsuperbikes #bsb #bsb2023 #doningtonpark #superbikerace #motorcycle #yamaha #ducati #bmw #honda #kawasaki #racing

intro 00:00

FOREWORD FROM STUART HIGGS 01:08

SUPERPROLE 02:12

ROOKIE WATCH 07:38

RACE ONE 09:51

RACE TWO 14:30

RACE THREE 19:40

NEXT STOP KNOCKHILL 24:08:00

 

Video: British Superbike “Thrill Of The Race” Episode Two

The new-format British Superbike "Showdown" begins this weekend at Oulton Park. Photo courtesy MSVR.
Action from a British Superbike race at Oulton Park. Photo courtesy MSVR.

The second episode of the new Thrill of the Race Series bringing you closer to the Bennetts British Superbike Championship, with the next installment coming from round two at Oulton Park in the rolling Cheshire countryside!

#britishsuperbikes #bsb #bsb2023 #oultonpark #superbikerace #motorcycle #yamaha #ducati #bmw #honda #kawasaki #racing

00:00 – Intro

00:24 – Foreword from Stuart Higgs

01:42 – Rookie Watch

03:06 – eBay Qualifying

06:03 – Catchup with Danny Kent

07:14 – BikeSocial Sprint Race

09:51 – Intermission with Stuart Higgs

10:51 – Bennetts British Superbike Race Two

13:21 – Bennetts British Superbike Race Three

16:16 – Closing Words from Glenn Irwin

17:48 – Next Stop Donington Park

MotoAmerica: Altus Motorsports Fielding Lewis, Nassaney & Collins in Supersport

Seen here on a Stock 1000 Suzuki GSX-R1000 in 2021, Jake Lewis returns to Altus Motorsports for 2024 and will race a Suzuki GSX-R750 in MotoAmerica Supersport. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.
Seen here on a Stock 1000 Suzuki GSX-R1000 in 2021, Jake Lewis returns to Altus Motorsports for 2024 and will race a Suzuki GSX-R750 in MotoAmerica Supersport. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.

(Altus, OK) Altus Motorsports is thrilled to announce its plans for the upcoming season.  After a challenging 2023, the team is entering the new year with renewed vigor, bolstered by a strong crew, a new rig, and an impressive rider lineup.

In 2024, Altus Motorsports will focus its efforts on the MotoAmerica Supersport class, consolidating its entries with three Suzuki GSX-R750s. This strategic decision will streamline the team’s operations, enhancing knowledge and optimizing parts utilization.

The rider lineup for the 2024 season is a perfect combination of seasoned experience and promising young talent.  Jaret Nassaney will return for his third season on the Suzuki GSX-R750. Nassaney showcased remarkable progress two years ago, but faced challenges in the first half of last year.  However, he regained his momentum by the end of the season, laying a solid foundation for a successful 2024 campaign.

Jaret Nassaney is looking forward to competing on a Suzuki GSX-R750 in MotoAmerica Next-Gen Supersport for the second-straight year. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.
Jaret Nassaney is looking forward to competing on a Suzuki GSX-R750 in MotoAmerica Supersport for the third-straight year. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.

Joining Nassaney is Jake Lewis, who secured the Stock 1000 Championship and the Superbike Cup for Altus Motorsports in 2021.  Lewis, known for his exceptional skills and positive attitude, will pilot one of the Suzuki GSX-R750s in the Supersport class. His wealth of experience and knowledge will be invaluable assets to the team.

Young Canadian Torin Collins is joining Altus Motorsports for his first full season in MotoAmerica Next-Gen Supersport. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.
Young Canadian Torin Collins is joining Altus Motorsports for his first full season in MotoAmerica Supersport. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.

Additionally, Altus Motorsports welcomes the talented young Canadian rider, Torin Collins, to the team.  Collins, with a racing career spanning from Alberta to the USA to Europe, has competed in the Moto3 Junior World Championship overseas in recent years.  Returning to North America, Collins will compete in the MotoAmerica Supersport class aboard the third Altus Motorsports GSX-R750, bringing a fresh perspective and determination to the team.  Torin raced a one-off round at COTA this past season and put it on the podium.  He will be a force in 2024!

Jaret Nassaney shared his enthusiasm for the upcoming season, stating, “I can’t wait to get the 2024 season underway. The Supersport class is going to be highly competitive, and we need to bring our A-game.  With Boyd and Murph supporting me, I’m ready for the challenge.  It’s exciting to be teammates with the snake again.  2024 is going to be the best season yet, not just for me but for MotoAmerica as well!”

Jake Lewis expressed his excitement about rejoining Altus Motorsports, saying, “I’m thrilled to be back with Altus Motorsports for the 2024 season.  After our Stock 1000 Championship, I maintained a close connection with the team.  While filling in last year in Supersport was enjoyable, I’m now ready to fully commit with a strong team.  It has been 10 years since I fought for a Supersport championship, and I’m determined to give it everything I’ve got.”

Torin Collins, the newest addition to the team, shared his eagerness for the challenge, stating, “I’m super stoked to take on this new challenge in the MotoAmerica Supersport class with Altus.  As a newcomer to this bike and these tracks, having an experienced team like Altus by my side is crucial.  Combining my European experience with the team’s hard work, I believe we’ll be frequent podium contenders this season!”

Janette Nassaney, Team Co-Owner, expressed her excitement for the 2024 season, saying, “I am so excited for the team we have put together for this 2024 season.  We are determined to be a force this year.  Having Jake and Jaret back together will be wonderful as they push and support each other on and off the track.  I am happy that Torin brings a fresh perspective and his amazing talent to our team.  We have worked really hard to rebuild after our loss last season, but I’m confident that between our amazing crew and riders, we will have a wonderful season in the most competitive class MotoAmerica has seen in years!”

George Nassaney, Team Co-Owner, reflected on the previous year’s challenges and expressed optimism for the upcoming season, saying, “Last year was undoubtedly a challenging period for us.  However, I’m glad it’s behind us, and I’m sincerely looking forward to 2024.  By the end of the previous season, we had rebuilt a solid core crew and added key individuals to our team.  Focusing solely on the Supersport class will make a significant difference for us, simplifying our operations.  Jake’s presence will elevate our entire team, both on and off the track.  Jaret finished the previous season strongly, and I’m excited to witness his performance this year.  Furthermore, the addition of Torin ensures that we have three formidable riders on the grid.”

 

Video: Stuman Rides A MotoAmerica Next Gen Supersport Suzuki GSX-R750

An on-board shot during Stuart "Stuman" Smith's test ride on Owen Williams' Suzuki GSX-R750 MotoAmerica Next Gen Supersport racebike. Photo courtesy Stuman Rides.
An on-board shot during Stuart "Stuman" Smith's test ride on Owen Williams' Suzuki GSX-R750 MotoAmerica Next Gen Supersport racebike. Photo courtesy Stuman Rides.

What is it like to ride a Team Hammer-built Suzuki GSX-R750 MotoAmerica Next Gen Supersport racebike? Watch Stuart “Stuman” Smith find out at Chuckwalla Valley Raceway.

 

World Endurance: Gino Rea Returning To Action With Wójcik Racing Team

Gino Rea (5) at speed on the F.C.C. TSR Honda France CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP at Suzuka. Photo by Kohei Hirota.
Gino Rea (5) at speed on the F.C.C. TSR Honda France CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP at Suzuka in 2022. Photo by Kohei Hirota.

The star cast of Wójcik Racing Team in the Superstock class in the FIM EWC

Returning under the wings of the Polish team as World Motorcycle Champion, Gino Rea will join Kevin Manfredi, Danny Webb and Sheridan Morais in the 777 crew, which will start in the full cycle of FIM EWC in the Superstock class.

A few days after the team of Grzegorz Wójcik and Sławomir Kubzdyl announced the full Polish lineup of the 77 crew, Wójcic Racing Team confirmed the international, star-studded 777 lineup.

The Polish team will fully make use of the new regulations, according to which not three, but four competitors will be allowed to participate in the Superstock class.

In the 2024 season, British Gino Rea will return under the wings of Wójcik Racing Team, who in 2019 began his journey with FIM EWC in the colors of the Polish team, and last year won the world championship as a Honda factory competitor.

Gino will join the 777 crew two of the fastest riders in the Superstock class of last season, Italian Kevin Manfredy and British Danny Webb.

Sheridan Morais will be experienced as the fourth pillar of the team, which ended the 2023 season with points at the third place of the Superstock World Cup. The popular “Shez” has been representing Wójcik Racing Team for four years and together with Rea he stood together on the FIM EWC podium in the colors of the team 77.

The international lineup of the 777 crew will receive a new Honda CBR1000RR motorcycle. On the second such machine in the EWC class, crew 77 with a fully Polish team will start; Kamil Krzemień, Artur Wielebski, Jurand Kuśmierczyk. The FIM EWC World Championship season will start in April with a 24-hour race at Le Mans.

“We are very excited to announce such a strong, international lineup of the 777 team and welcome Gino back to our team,” says Grzegorz Wójcik. “After a great season of 2023 next year we want to fight for the top positions again. Our competitors are not only very fast but also experienced, and Gino, Kevin and Sheridan already know Honda motorcycle well. This is very important for us, because we have a lot of work to do on developing new machines for us. Both the 777 crew, as well as the fully Polish 77 team, are looking forward to the first race of the new season.”

“Gino knew that our motorcycle would be waiting for him as soon as he felt ready to return to the track after the dangerous accident he suffered at the Suzuka track,” adds Sławomir Kubzdyl. “I had no doubt that this moment would come and I am happy that it is coming at such an exciting time for us. Gino’s story shows that motorcycle racing is a sport for the truly strong. Gino is a contender for blood and bone just like Kevin, Danny and Sheridan. I am convinced that these four, also thanks to the new regulations, will create a winning combination and at the same time it will help us develop new motorcycles for us.”

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