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MotoAmerica: Beaubier Tops Superbike FP1 At Mid-Ohio

KurveyGirl.com brings you the results of this weekend’s events.

At our online motorcycle parts store, you’ll find a specialized selection of quarter turn “Dzus” fasteners, titanium hardware, premium tire valve stems, Vesrah racing brake pads, Brembo parts and accessories, and other unique hardware specifically designed for race and trackday motorcycles.

 

Cameron Beaubier led MotoAmerica Steel Commander Superbike Free Practice One (FP1) Friday morning at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, in Lexington, Ohio. Riding his Tytlers Cycle Racing BMW M 1000 RR on Dunlop Sportmax Slicks, the five-time Champion covered the 2.4-mile road course in 1:24.737 to lead the field.

Rookie sensation Sean Dylan Kelly was second-best, just 0.072 second behind Beaubier, with a 1:24.809 on his EasyHealthPlans.com/TopPro Racing BMW.

Three-time and defending Champion Jake Gagne was third with a 1:25.271 on his Attack Performance/Progressive Yamaha YZF-R1.

Josh Herrin, the current Championship point leader, posted the fourth-fastest lap, a 1:25.404, on his Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati Panigale V4 R.

Bolstered by the testing day on Thursday, Brandon Paasch rounded out the top five with a 1:25.419 on his Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki GSX-R1000R.

 

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MotoGP: KTM Tests New Swingarm Aero In Austria

The evolution of MotoGP aerodynamic development continues unabated, with KTM testing new swingarm-mounted wings in Friday practice at the MotoGP race weekend at the Red Bull Ring. Test rider Pol Espargaro took to the track for his second MotoGP wildcard appearance this season with the new configuration.

The wings (see arrows above) are designed to deliver downforce directly to the rear tire. Wings mounted on the bodywork, such as the fairing nose or tailpiece, deliver their aerodynamic effect to the contact patch of the tires via the suspension. Mounting the downforce-producing devices directly to an unsprung component like a swingarm means the downforce is not reduced or compromised by the movement of the suspension.

Mounting the wings here is not perfect, because they are in compromised air behind the rider’s legs and boots. The areas behind the rider’s legs and between the rear wheel and tail section are, aerodynamically speaking, a mess. But locating the wings here can still be beneficial, as they would likely add to the downforce generated by the aerofoils located on the tail section – an area where KTM has experimented significantly this season.

Multiple MotoGP riders this year, in post-session media scrums, have said the Ducati Desmosedicis – especially this year’s GP24 – are able to get more from the new-for-2024 Michelin rear slick than other bikes. This has helped the Ducatis get better exit drive – the Desmosedicis are moving forward where other machines are spinning the rear tire. The KTM swingarm components are an attempt to help the RC16 get more grip from the rear. 

KTM has sought more downforce on the rear of the MotoGP RC16 racebike this season with increasingly extensive aerodynamic devices. The upper tail-mounted wing complex has been complemented by a set of side-mounted wings, as shown by the arrow above. The GASGAS machines appeared in this configuration at the Sachesnring. Photo by Michael Gougis.

Moto3: Rueda Lowers Lap Record In Austria

Jose Antonio Rueda topped Moto3 World Championship practice Friday afternoon at the Red Bull Ring, in Austria. Riding his Red Bull KTM Ajo machine, the Spaniard did a 1:40.171 to lead the field of 27 riders and break the All-Time Lap Record of 1:40.331 set by David Alonso Friday morning.

 

Moto3 FP2

MotoAmerica: Scholtz Leads Supersport FP1 At Mid-Ohio

KurveyGirl.com brings you the results of this weekend’s events.

At our online motorcycle parts store, you’ll find a specialized selection of quarter turn “Dzus” fasteners, titanium hardware, premium tire valve stems, Vesrah racing brake pads, Brembo parts and accessories, and other unique hardware specifically designed for race and trackday motorcycles.

 

Mathew Scholtz led MotoAmerica Supersport Free Practice One (FP1) Friday morning at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, in Lexington, Ohio. Riding his Strack Racing Yamaha YZF-R6 on spec Dunlop tires, the South African turned a 1:28.267 to lead the field of 40 entries.

Jake Lewis was second-best with a 1:28.359 on his Altus Motorsports Suzuki GSX-R750.

Stefano Mesa was third via a time of 1:28.974 on his Tytlers Cycle Racing Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R.

N2 Racing/BobbleHeadMoto Yamaha rider Blake Davis did a fourth-fastest 1:29.115.

Title contender PJ Jacobsen rounded out the top five with a 1:29.318 on his Rahal Ducati Moto w/XPEL Panigale V2.

Former MotoAmerica Superbike regular and Ohio native Larry Pegram, age 51, was eighth in the session with a 1:29.767 on the EasyHealthPlans.com/TopPro Racing Suzuki he is riding as a wild card.

 

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MotoGP: Martin Quickest In Opening Practice At Red Bull Ring

Jorge Martin topped MotoGP World Championship Free Practice One Friday morning at the Red Bull Ring, in Austria. Riding his Prima Pramac Racing Ducati Desmosedici on Michelin control tires, the current series point leader turned a 1:29.654 to lead the field of 25 riders.

Martin’s teammate Franco Morbidelli, who just signed with VR46 Racing Team for 2025, was second-best with a 1:29.872.

Test rider Pol Espargaro, riding as a wild card for Red Bull KTM Factory Racing, was third with a 1:29.944 on his RC 16.

 

MotoGP FP1

MotoAmerica: Chapin Dominates Junior Cup FP1 At Mid-Ohio

KurveyGirl.com brings you the results of this weekend’s events.

At our online motorcycle parts store, you’ll find a specialized selection of quarter turn “Dzus” fasteners, titanium hardware, premium tire valve stems, Vesrah racing brake pads, Brembo parts and accessories, and other unique hardware specifically designed for race and trackday motorcycles.

 

Matthew Chapin dominated MotoAmerica Junior Cup Free Practice One Friday morning at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, in Lexington, Ohio. Riding his BARTCON Racing Kawasaki Ninja 400, the current Championship point leader turned a 1:37.177. Not only was that fast enough to lead the field of 26 entries, it was 1.345 seconds faster than the next-fastest rider.

New York Safety Track’s Yandel Medina was the best of the rest with a 1:38.522.

Fernandez Racing’s Jayden Fernandez was third at 1:38.632.

 

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Moto2: Ogura Heads Opening Practice In Austria

Ai Ogura was fastest in the opening Moto2 World Championship practice session Friday at the Red Bull Ring, in Austria. Riding his MT Helmets – MSI Boscoscuro on Pirelli control tires, the rising Japanese star did a lap time of 1:34.233 to lead the field of 32 riders.

Somkiat Chantra was second-best with a 1:34.341 on his Idemitsu Honda Team Asia Kalex.

Manuel Gonzalez did a third-quickest 1:34.361 on his QJMOTOR Gresini Kalex.

American Joe Roberts finished the session eighth with a 1:34.779 on his OnlyFans American Racing Team Kalex.

 

Moto2 FP1

MotoAmerica: Lewis Tops Hooligan FP1 At Mid-Ohio

KurveyGirl.com brings you the results of this weekend’s events.

At our online motorcycle parts store, you’ll find a specialized selection of quarter turn “Dzus” fasteners, titanium hardware, premium tire valve stems, Vesrah racing brake pads, Brembo parts and accessories, and other unique hardware specifically designed for race and trackday motorcycles.

 

Jake Lewis topped MotoAmerica RSD Mission Super Hooligan Free Practice One Friday morning at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, in Lexington, Ohio. Riding his Saddlemen Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 on Dunlop control tires, Lewis led the 39-rider field with a time of 1:31.030.

Reigning Australian Superbike Champion Troy Herfoss was second-best with a 1:31.183 on his S&S Indian FTR.

Tyler O’Hara, the defending Champion and Herfoss’ teammate, was third in the session with a 1:31.684.

 

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Moto3: Alonso Breaks Lap Record In Opening Practice In Austria

David Alonso led Moto3 World Championship Free Practice Friday morning at the Red Bull Ring, in Austria. Riding his Gaviota Aspar Team CFMOTO on Pirelli control tires, the young Colombian turned a 1:40.331, which was not only good enough to lead the 27-rider field it was also good enough to break David Munoz’s 2022 All-Time Lap Record of 1:40.910.

 

Moto3 FP1

MotoGP: Morbidelli Signs To Ride VR46 Racing Ducati

FRANCO MORBIDELLI WITH THE NEON YELLOW OF THE PERTAMINA ENDURO VR46 RACING TEAM IN 2025

The first rider of the VR46 Riders Academy joins the Tavullia Team for the next season riding a Ducati Desmosedici GP24
 
Tavullia (Italy), August 16th 2024 – The tradition continues: Franco Morbidelli will race in 2025 with the Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team. The first rider to wear the colors of the VR46 Riders Academy and the first World Champion of the project Made in Tavullia (in Moto2 in 2017), he will be on the track the next season with a Ducati Desmosedici GP24, thus completing, together with Fabio Di Giannantonio, the Team’s line up.

An all-Italian duo, riding an Italian bike, to lead the Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team towards the future and new ambitious results. The Team’s choice falls on a rider who has been in the VR46 orbit since years – thanks to Graziano Rossi – with seven seasons of experience in the Top class, runner up in the MotoGP World Championship in 2020 and with three victories in the premier class (six podiums).
 

Alessio Salucci, Team Director Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team

“I am really happy to be able to confirm that Franco will race with the Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team in 2025. Franco was the first rider to enter the VR46 Riders Academy, we have known him since years, we have seen him grow in Tavullia and today, with great satisfaction, we can say that he will join the crew starting from the next season. He is a rider of great talent, we can’t wait to welcome him and let him enjoy the family and home atmosphere that distinguishes us. He will continue to race with a Ducati, a Desmosedici GP24, and we are sure he will be able to fight with the group of the strongest guys. Once again, I can only thank Ducati for the support both in human and technical terms and all our partners, Pertamina Lubricants among all, who support this incredible project”.

Franco Morbidelli, rider

“What a beautiful story! I am very happy to announce that I have signed with the VR46 Racing Team for the 2025 season. I will definitely feel at home here, I really want to do well and repay, with good results, this trust both for myself and for all the crew. I want to go back in the years and rejoice again with the whole group. A heartfelt thanks to the entire VR46 Riders Academy and to my management. Vale, Carlo, Uccio, Albi and Gianluca. Friends, but also key figures in the VR46 reality. I can’t wait to start this new adventure together”.

MotoAmerica: Beaubier Tops Superbike FP1 At Mid-Ohio

Cameron Beaubier (6). Photo by Brian J. Nelson.
Cameron Beaubier (6). Photo by Brian J. Nelson.

KurveyGirl.com brings you the results of this weekend’s events.

At our online motorcycle parts store, you’ll find a specialized selection of quarter turn “Dzus” fasteners, titanium hardware, premium tire valve stems, Vesrah racing brake pads, Brembo parts and accessories, and other unique hardware specifically designed for race and trackday motorcycles.

 

Cameron Beaubier led MotoAmerica Steel Commander Superbike Free Practice One (FP1) Friday morning at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, in Lexington, Ohio. Riding his Tytlers Cycle Racing BMW M 1000 RR on Dunlop Sportmax Slicks, the five-time Champion covered the 2.4-mile road course in 1:24.737 to lead the field.

Rookie sensation Sean Dylan Kelly was second-best, just 0.072 second behind Beaubier, with a 1:24.809 on his EasyHealthPlans.com/TopPro Racing BMW.

Three-time and defending Champion Jake Gagne was third with a 1:25.271 on his Attack Performance/Progressive Yamaha YZF-R1.

Josh Herrin, the current Championship point leader, posted the fourth-fastest lap, a 1:25.404, on his Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati Panigale V4 R.

Bolstered by the testing day on Thursday, Brandon Paasch rounded out the top five with a 1:25.419 on his Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki GSX-R1000R.

 

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MotoGP: KTM Tests New Swingarm Aero In Austria

Pol Espargaro (44). Photo courtesy Dorna.

The evolution of MotoGP aerodynamic development continues unabated, with KTM testing new swingarm-mounted wings in Friday practice at the MotoGP race weekend at the Red Bull Ring. Test rider Pol Espargaro took to the track for his second MotoGP wildcard appearance this season with the new configuration.

The wings (see arrows above) are designed to deliver downforce directly to the rear tire. Wings mounted on the bodywork, such as the fairing nose or tailpiece, deliver their aerodynamic effect to the contact patch of the tires via the suspension. Mounting the downforce-producing devices directly to an unsprung component like a swingarm means the downforce is not reduced or compromised by the movement of the suspension.

Mounting the wings here is not perfect, because they are in compromised air behind the rider’s legs and boots. The areas behind the rider’s legs and between the rear wheel and tail section are, aerodynamically speaking, a mess. But locating the wings here can still be beneficial, as they would likely add to the downforce generated by the aerofoils located on the tail section – an area where KTM has experimented significantly this season.

Multiple MotoGP riders this year, in post-session media scrums, have said the Ducati Desmosedicis – especially this year’s GP24 – are able to get more from the new-for-2024 Michelin rear slick than other bikes. This has helped the Ducatis get better exit drive – the Desmosedicis are moving forward where other machines are spinning the rear tire. The KTM swingarm components are an attempt to help the RC16 get more grip from the rear. 

KTM has sought more downforce on the rear of the MotoGP RC16 racebike this season with increasingly extensive aerodynamic devices. The upper tail-mounted wing complex has been complemented by a set of side-mounted wings, as shown by the arrow above. The GASGAS machines appeared in this configuration at the Sachesnring. Photo by Michael Gougis.

Moto3: Rueda Lowers Lap Record In Austria

Jose Antonio Rueda (99). Photo courtesy Red Bull KTM Ajo.
Jose Antonio Rueda (99). Photo courtesy Red Bull KTM Ajo.

Jose Antonio Rueda topped Moto3 World Championship practice Friday afternoon at the Red Bull Ring, in Austria. Riding his Red Bull KTM Ajo machine, the Spaniard did a 1:40.171 to lead the field of 27 riders and break the All-Time Lap Record of 1:40.331 set by David Alonso Friday morning.

 

Moto3 FP2

MotoAmerica: Scholtz Leads Supersport FP1 At Mid-Ohio

Mathew Scholtz (11). Photo by Brian J. Nelson.
Mathew Scholtz (11). Photo by Brian J. Nelson.

KurveyGirl.com brings you the results of this weekend’s events.

At our online motorcycle parts store, you’ll find a specialized selection of quarter turn “Dzus” fasteners, titanium hardware, premium tire valve stems, Vesrah racing brake pads, Brembo parts and accessories, and other unique hardware specifically designed for race and trackday motorcycles.

 

Mathew Scholtz led MotoAmerica Supersport Free Practice One (FP1) Friday morning at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, in Lexington, Ohio. Riding his Strack Racing Yamaha YZF-R6 on spec Dunlop tires, the South African turned a 1:28.267 to lead the field of 40 entries.

Jake Lewis was second-best with a 1:28.359 on his Altus Motorsports Suzuki GSX-R750.

Stefano Mesa was third via a time of 1:28.974 on his Tytlers Cycle Racing Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R.

N2 Racing/BobbleHeadMoto Yamaha rider Blake Davis did a fourth-fastest 1:29.115.

Title contender PJ Jacobsen rounded out the top five with a 1:29.318 on his Rahal Ducati Moto w/XPEL Panigale V2.

Former MotoAmerica Superbike regular and Ohio native Larry Pegram, age 51, was eighth in the session with a 1:29.767 on the EasyHealthPlans.com/TopPro Racing Suzuki he is riding as a wild card.

 

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MotoGP: Martin Quickest In Opening Practice At Red Bull Ring

Jorge Martin (89). Photo courtesy Prima Pramac Racing.
Jorge Martin (89). Photo courtesy Prima Pramac Racing.

Jorge Martin topped MotoGP World Championship Free Practice One Friday morning at the Red Bull Ring, in Austria. Riding his Prima Pramac Racing Ducati Desmosedici on Michelin control tires, the current series point leader turned a 1:29.654 to lead the field of 25 riders.

Martin’s teammate Franco Morbidelli, who just signed with VR46 Racing Team for 2025, was second-best with a 1:29.872.

Test rider Pol Espargaro, riding as a wild card for Red Bull KTM Factory Racing, was third with a 1:29.944 on his RC 16.

 

MotoGP FP1

MotoAmerica: Chapin Dominates Junior Cup FP1 At Mid-Ohio

Matthew Chapin (95). Photo from Road America by Brian J. Nelson.
Matthew Chapin (95). Photo from Road America by Brian J. Nelson.

KurveyGirl.com brings you the results of this weekend’s events.

At our online motorcycle parts store, you’ll find a specialized selection of quarter turn “Dzus” fasteners, titanium hardware, premium tire valve stems, Vesrah racing brake pads, Brembo parts and accessories, and other unique hardware specifically designed for race and trackday motorcycles.

 

Matthew Chapin dominated MotoAmerica Junior Cup Free Practice One Friday morning at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, in Lexington, Ohio. Riding his BARTCON Racing Kawasaki Ninja 400, the current Championship point leader turned a 1:37.177. Not only was that fast enough to lead the field of 26 entries, it was 1.345 seconds faster than the next-fastest rider.

New York Safety Track’s Yandel Medina was the best of the rest with a 1:38.522.

Fernandez Racing’s Jayden Fernandez was third at 1:38.632.

 

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Moto2: Ogura Heads Opening Practice In Austria

Ai Ogura (79). Photo courtesy MT Helmets - MSI.
Ai Ogura (79). Photo courtesy MT Helmets - MSI.

Ai Ogura was fastest in the opening Moto2 World Championship practice session Friday at the Red Bull Ring, in Austria. Riding his MT Helmets – MSI Boscoscuro on Pirelli control tires, the rising Japanese star did a lap time of 1:34.233 to lead the field of 32 riders.

Somkiat Chantra was second-best with a 1:34.341 on his Idemitsu Honda Team Asia Kalex.

Manuel Gonzalez did a third-quickest 1:34.361 on his QJMOTOR Gresini Kalex.

American Joe Roberts finished the session eighth with a 1:34.779 on his OnlyFans American Racing Team Kalex.

 

Moto2 FP1

MotoAmerica: Lewis Tops Hooligan FP1 At Mid-Ohio

Jake Lewis (85), as seen earlier this season. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.

KurveyGirl.com brings you the results of this weekend’s events.

At our online motorcycle parts store, you’ll find a specialized selection of quarter turn “Dzus” fasteners, titanium hardware, premium tire valve stems, Vesrah racing brake pads, Brembo parts and accessories, and other unique hardware specifically designed for race and trackday motorcycles.

 

Jake Lewis topped MotoAmerica RSD Mission Super Hooligan Free Practice One Friday morning at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, in Lexington, Ohio. Riding his Saddlemen Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 on Dunlop control tires, Lewis led the 39-rider field with a time of 1:31.030.

Reigning Australian Superbike Champion Troy Herfoss was second-best with a 1:31.183 on his S&S Indian FTR.

Tyler O’Hara, the defending Champion and Herfoss’ teammate, was third in the session with a 1:31.684.

 

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Moto3: Alonso Breaks Lap Record In Opening Practice In Austria

David Alonso (80). Photo courtesy Aspar Team.
David Alonso (80). Photo courtesy Aspar Team.

David Alonso led Moto3 World Championship Free Practice Friday morning at the Red Bull Ring, in Austria. Riding his Gaviota Aspar Team CFMOTO on Pirelli control tires, the young Colombian turned a 1:40.331, which was not only good enough to lead the 27-rider field it was also good enough to break David Munoz’s 2022 All-Time Lap Record of 1:40.910.

 

Moto3 FP1

MotoGP: Morbidelli Signs To Ride VR46 Racing Ducati

Franco Morbidelli (center) with VR46 Racing Team Director Alessio "Uccio" Salucci (left) and VR46 Racing Team Team Manager Pablo Nieto (right). Photo courtesy VR46 Racing Team.
Franco Morbidelli (center) with VR46 Racing Team Director Alessio "Uccio" Salucci (left) and VR46 Racing Team Team Manager Pablo Nieto (right). Photo courtesy VR46 Racing Team.

FRANCO MORBIDELLI WITH THE NEON YELLOW OF THE PERTAMINA ENDURO VR46 RACING TEAM IN 2025

The first rider of the VR46 Riders Academy joins the Tavullia Team for the next season riding a Ducati Desmosedici GP24
 
Tavullia (Italy), August 16th 2024 – The tradition continues: Franco Morbidelli will race in 2025 with the Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team. The first rider to wear the colors of the VR46 Riders Academy and the first World Champion of the project Made in Tavullia (in Moto2 in 2017), he will be on the track the next season with a Ducati Desmosedici GP24, thus completing, together with Fabio Di Giannantonio, the Team’s line up.

An all-Italian duo, riding an Italian bike, to lead the Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team towards the future and new ambitious results. The Team’s choice falls on a rider who has been in the VR46 orbit since years – thanks to Graziano Rossi – with seven seasons of experience in the Top class, runner up in the MotoGP World Championship in 2020 and with three victories in the premier class (six podiums).
 

Alessio Salucci, Team Director Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team

“I am really happy to be able to confirm that Franco will race with the Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team in 2025. Franco was the first rider to enter the VR46 Riders Academy, we have known him since years, we have seen him grow in Tavullia and today, with great satisfaction, we can say that he will join the crew starting from the next season. He is a rider of great talent, we can’t wait to welcome him and let him enjoy the family and home atmosphere that distinguishes us. He will continue to race with a Ducati, a Desmosedici GP24, and we are sure he will be able to fight with the group of the strongest guys. Once again, I can only thank Ducati for the support both in human and technical terms and all our partners, Pertamina Lubricants among all, who support this incredible project”.

Franco Morbidelli, rider

“What a beautiful story! I am very happy to announce that I have signed with the VR46 Racing Team for the 2025 season. I will definitely feel at home here, I really want to do well and repay, with good results, this trust both for myself and for all the crew. I want to go back in the years and rejoice again with the whole group. A heartfelt thanks to the entire VR46 Riders Academy and to my management. Vale, Carlo, Uccio, Albi and Gianluca. Friends, but also key figures in the VR46 reality. I can’t wait to start this new adventure together”.