American Flat Track: Silver Dollar Short Track Postponed Until May 18

David Swarts

-

May 2, 2024

American Flat Track: Silver Dollar Short Track Postponed Until May 18

Silver Dollar Short Track Rescheduled for Saturday, May 18 Due to Inclement Weather

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (May 2, 2024) – This weekend’s Silver Dollar Short Track, scheduled for Saturday, May 4 at Silver Dollar Speedway in Chico, California, has been postponed due to inclement weather. The event has been rescheduled for Saturday, May 18.

“While we regret having to postpone the event, we’re excited that we still have the opportunity to bring motorcycle racing back to Northern California just two weeks later than we had originally planned,” said Brad Sweet, renowned sprint car champion and co-promoter of the event. “We are looking forward to delivering an entertaining event with exceptional racing on May 18 and appreciate the community’s understanding and support.”

Significant rainfall is expected to begin Friday night and continue through early Sunday morning, necessitating the postponement of the event which was originally scheduled for this Saturday, as round 5 of the 2024 Progressive American Flat Track championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing.

Co-promoters SLC Promotions and AFT Events have confirmed that all previously purchased tickets will be honored on the new date. Fans who haven’t purchased tickets yet can buy theirs today at https://www.tixr.com/groups/americanflattrack/events/silver-dollar-short-track-89147. Gates will open for fans at 6:00 p.m. ET (3:00 p.m. PT) with Opening Ceremonies scheduled to begin at 10:00 p.m. ET (7:00 p.m. PT).

The 2024 Progressive American Flat Track season, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, will continue next weekend in southern California with the Memphis Shades Ventura Short Track, scheduled for Saturday, May 11 at Ventura Speedway.

For more information on Progressive AFT visit https://www.americanflattrack.com.

About Progressive American Flat Track

Progressive American Flat Track is the world’s premier dirt track motorcycle racing series and one of the longest-running championships in the history of motorsports. Sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing in Daytona Beach, Fla., the series is highly regarded as the most competitive form of dirt track motorcycle racing on the globe. Progressive American Flat Track is televised on FOX Sports and streams live via FloRacing. For more information on Progressive American Flat Track, please visit us on the web, like us on Facebook, follow us on X, and check us out on Instagram.

MotoGP Will Continue Racing At Assen Through 2031

David Swarts

-

May 2, 2024

0

MotoGP Will Continue Racing At Assen Through 2031

MotoGP™ to race at Assen until 2031

The legacy will continue as the TT Circuit Assen is confirmed to host the world’s most exciting sport for a further five seasons

Thursday, 02 May 2024

A new agreement between MotoGP™ and the TT Circuit Assen confirms the classic Dutch venue on the MotoGP™ calendar until 2031, extending its previous agreement that ran until 2026.

Assen is a fan favourite thanks to its incredible layout, fantastic atmosphere and unique final chicane, the latter of which has been the stage for many of the sport’s most iconic moments, then and now. It’s also MotoGP™s longest-serving venue, having hosted Grand Prix motorcycle racing since the inaugural 1949 season – a unique feat on the modern calendar.

2025 will be another milestone year as Assen celebrates the centenary of the very first TT. Nearly a century after the event began and 75 years since Grand Prix racing first visited the area, the permanent TT Circuit Assen of today only continues to build its legend, maintaining the spirit that fuelled its origins but reimagining it into a modern, safe and spectacular racetrack.

Dorna CEO Carmelo Ezpeleta (left) with Arjan Bos, Chairman of TT Circuit Assen (right). Photo courtesy Dorna.

Arjan Bos, Chairman of TT Circuit Assen: “We are incredibly pleased with this contract extension, especially now that MotoGP is developing strongly. It reaffirms the status of the TT Assen as a highlight on the MotoGP calendar. We are proud to continue building the future of motorsport together.”

Carmelo Ezpeleta, CEO of MotoGP™ rights holder Dorna Sports: “We’re very happy to announce Assen’s long-term future on the calendar. It was part of the very first season of Grand Prix racing in 1949 and nowhere else has been with us across these 75 years of racing we celebrate in 2024. That’s unique, but we don’t return only for the history or statistics. Racing at Assen, even 100 years after the first races held in the area, is still something special and it only gets better. It’s a fantastic, modern venue that continues to gives us incredible races and iconic moments, and there is no better mixture than the world’s most exciting sport racing at one of its greatest venues.”

How To Recognize Real Baxley Sport Chocks

David Swarts

-

May 2, 2024

0

How To Recognize Real Baxley Sport Chocks

Each year as we put together our annual Roadracing World Trackday Directory we gather photos of products that we use and recommend for those looking to go to the racetrack. One such product is the Sport Chock designed by NASA engineer-turned-racer William “Chip” Mayfield and built by his company Baxley by Providence in Alabama.

In case you don’t know, the Sport Chock (and its larger, original sibling the L.A. Chock) capture the front wheel of a sportbike, holding the motorcycle in place upright all by itself. It’s very helpful when getting off a racebike or trackday bike without a sidestand. And it’s even more useful when loading and securing a motorcycle into a truck, van, or trailer. The chocks are also often used to display bikes at events, dealerships, and in collections.

Baxley Sport Chocks in use at a California Superbike School. Photo courtesy California Superbike School.

Going through photos, we came across a shot of a track day participant using a chock that closely resembled a Baxley Sport Chock. At a glance, it was easy to mistake the imitation chock with the real thing. So, in the interest of saving someone from potentially buying an imitation chock when they intended to purchase a Baxley Sport Chock, we asked Mayfield what people should look for to ensure they get the real thing.

Because imitation chocks are shipped from overseas and shipping space is at a premium, imitation chocks are shipped in pieces and bolted together somewhere along the line. Baxley Sport Chocks, meanwhile, are welded together at the factory and shipped as a single, assembled piece.
Imitation chocks use some small-diameter, round tubing and sometimes rectangular sections of painted metal pieces, but Baxley Sport Chocks are made entirely from 1.5-inch diameter steel tubing with a durable powdercoat finish.
All Baxley Sport Chocks have four rubber footings to prevent them from sliding when a bike is loaded into it.
And finally, all Baxley Sport Chocks have a plate riveted prominently to them that states “The Baxley Sport Chock, Made In The USA” among other things.

Every Baxley Sport Chock has a plate riveted to it stating who made it and where. Photo by David Swarts.

And if there’s still any doubt, potential buyers of Baxley Sport Chocks – or any of their other chock or trailer products – can contact the company directly at (888) 988-8833, www.baxleybyprovidence.com, and on social media.

ASRA Waiving Gate Fees At PittRace In Exchange For Donations To RWAF

David Swarts

-

May 1, 2024

0

ASRA Waiving Gate Fees At PittRace In Exchange For Donations To RWAF

The American Superbike Racing Association (ASRA) and Evolve GT School and Track Days are waiving gate fees for this coming weekend’s event May 3-5 at Pittsburgh International Race Complex (a.k.a. PittRace) and instead is asking for donations to the Roadracing World Action Fund (RWAF) to gain admission.

At the gate, participants, racers, crew members, etc. will be given the opportunity to make a donation using a QR code or by adding cash to a donation jar, according to ASRA President Alex Spellman.

Gate passes to ASRA events typically cost between $40-50 per person.

In addition to the Evolve GT School and Track Day on Friday, the event at PittRace includes Round Two of the ASRA National Sprint Series with Pirelli, a round of the new ASRA Outlaw Bagger Series, and ASRA regional races.

The Roadracing World Action Fund is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization dedicated to helping prevent rider injuries at racetracks, road race and dirt track, nationwide by purchasing and deploying soft barriers made by Airfence and Alpina. Since its founding in 2001, the Roadracing World Action Fund has raised over $3 million for this purpose through donations and fund-raising efforts by racing and track day organizations.

To donate directly to the Roadracing World Action Fund, go HERE.

.

Racebike Builder Larry “Motorman” Brown, R.I.P.

David Swarts

-

May 1, 2024

0

Racebike Builder Larry “Motorman” Brown, R.I.P.

Former racebike builder and tuner Charles Larry “Motorman” Brown died April 7 in Decatur, Georgia. He was 69.

Brown, a veteran of the U.S. Army National Guard, built engines and motorcycles during the 1980s for racers such as Paul Bray, Mike Harth, Kevin Rentzell, Scott Russell, and Deano Swims out of his shop Cycle Performance Racing.

Brown is survived by brother Steve Brown, daughter Jamie Lee Brown, son Charles Edward Brown, and two grandsons.

Larry Brown, circa 2015. Photo courtesy Larry Brown Collection.

A Celebration of Life has been scheduled May 5 (2:00 – 6:00 p.m. local time) at 2000 Highway 42 North, McDonough, Georgia 30253.

A second Celebration of Life has tentatively been scheduled May 18 in LaFayette, Georgia, with details still pending.

ASRA: Race Results From Repaved New Jersey Motorsports Park

David Swarts

-

May 1, 2024

0

ASRA: Race Results From Repaved New Jersey Motorsports Park

Here are complete race results from the ASRA event held April 27-28 at the repaved Thunderbolt Raceway at New Jersey Motorsports Park (NJMP), in Millville, New Jersey.

According to ASRA, Frankie Babuska set a new lap record during the Unlimited Grand Prix. Babuska’s 1:22:382 on lap two of the race eclipsed the mark of 1:22:657 set by Mark Heckles in 2020.

Race results are in separate PDFs below. Depending on your connection speed it may take time for all of the PDFs to load.

For more information on ASRA, go to www.asraracing.com.

May 2024

Magazine Issue

Trudy Ulrich

-

May 1, 2024

0

On the Front Cover: Stefano Mesa has long defined the term “privateer,” riding anything for money and winning his fair share. Now he’s controlling his fate with his own program. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.

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, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time, Monday through Friday.

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

MAY 2024 ISSUE

FEATURES

Inside Info: Special Aprilias, New Indians And MV Agustas,
F1 Owners Buying MotoGP, Bimota Returning To WorldSBK, Suzuki
Takes 24 Hours Of Le Mans, American Correa Wins In Spain, Laguna
Seca Settles Lawsuit, Erik Buell Releases Album, and more…

Historic Racebike Illustrations: 1972 Ducati Imola

2024 KTM 890 SMT: A Streetbike In Supermoto Clothing

MotoGP Analysis: The End Of Shape Shifters and Gigantic Wings

Remembering Pat Hennen, The First American 500cc GP Winner

Arai XD-5 Intro: Three Helmets In One

Hanging With: MotoAmerica Racer Stefano Mesa

RACING

MotoGP: Martin The Master In Portugal, Vinales The Victor In Texas

MotoAmerica: Baggers Invade MotoGP

MotoAmerica: It’s Beaubier Vs. Gagne at Road Atlanta

WorldSBK: Bautista And Razgatlioğlu Win At Catalunya And Assen

COLUMNS

Letters To The Editor: The U.S. GP Series That Didn’t Fly, AI-Generated Swingarms, Michelin MotoGP Tires, And GSX-8R Cam Timing

10 Years Ago, May 2014: Racing Editor Chris Ulrich tests the EBR 1190X, three-round GEICO Motorcycle Superbike Shootout launched, MRA Champion Rob Christman profi led, Moto Corse Performance featured in Shops, and more Army of
Darkness endurance adventures

The Crash Page: Avery Dreher Crashes Out Of The Lead

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

*******************************************************************

Click here to receive a sample issue of Roadracing World magazine (print edition). One sample issue per household, U.S. address only.

Oxley Bom MotoGP Podcast: Jerez 2024 – Return Of The King

David Swarts

-

May 1, 2024

0

Oxley Bom MotoGP Podcast: Jerez 2024 – Return Of The King

Roadracing World MotoGP Editor and Isle of Man TT winner Mat Oxley and two-time World Championship-winning Crew Chief Peter Bom have started “The Oxley Bom MotoGP Podcast,” which will be focused on the FIM MotoGP World Championship.

This podcast is “Jerez 2024 – Return Of The King.”

The original podcast can be found on BuzzSprout.com or listened to via other places you get podcasts.

From the Oxley Bom Podcast:

Want to become a better rider, going faster than you ever imagined? Try being chased by Marc Marquez! It obviously worked wonders on Bagnaia, who fought to gain perhaps the most hard-fought victory in his career in Jerez.

But Pecco isn’t the only winner here. Marquez shows that he’s back, and that’s good news for everyone. So blame it on the sun or on the crowd’s infectious enthusiasm, but Mat and Peter are over the moon and ready to rave about it. Coming to you, straight from the pit lanes in Jerez to your ears, it’s the Oxley Bom Podcast!

Want more? Visit our website or support us on Patreon. With big thanks as always to Brad Baloo from The Next Men and Gentleman’s Dub Club for writing our theme song. Check out The Nextmen for more great music!

Pipe Dreams Podcast (And Video): E14 – Richie Escalante, Determinado

David Swarts

-

May 1, 2024

0

Pipe Dreams Podcast (And Video): E14 – Richie Escalante, Determinado

MotoAmerica racers Corey Alexander and James Rispoli are excited to unveil Episode 14 of the Pipe Dreams Podcast, featuring none other than MotoAmerica Superbike Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki rider Richie Escalante.

Hailing from just outside Mexico City, 29-year-old Richie has his sights set on becoming a MotoAmerica Superbike champion. In this 14th episode, Corey and James delve into the path that led him to Richie’s current place as a top talent within MotoAmerica, a story which until now has remained largely untold.

From his humble beginnings traveling around North America with his dad and brother, Richie Escalante’s story is one of grit, determination, and passion. As the first Mexican rider to claim the MotoAmerica Supersport Championship and his recent ascent to the top of the Superbike class, Richie has become an inspiration to riders across his country.

This podcast marks Richie’s first in-depth interview in English, as he continues to perfect his language skills. We hope you’ll both learn from and enjoy this episode as much as the boys did.

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

About Pipe Dreams Podcast:

Pipe Dreams Podcast launched in 2023 by MotoAmerica and American Flat Track riders Corey Alexander and James Rispoli in an effort to share the stories of fellow racers and motorsport professionals around the world. The podcast releases twice per month for streaming on all major platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music, and Youtube. Editing is curated by Sabotno Media. Follow @pipedreams_pod on social media or visit https://anchor.fm/pipe-dreams to listen now.

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

David Swarts

-

May 1, 2024

0

Where To Ride In May: 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 May 2024.

This list includes 184 opportunities to ride your motorcycles at races, schools, and track days during the month of May in North America.

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 May 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.

5/1 Motovid.com All Levels Motorcycle Track Days, Blackhawk Farms Raceway, S. Beloit, IL

5/1-2 California Superbike School, VIRginia International Raceway, Alton, VA

5/1-2 Yamaha Champions Riding School, NCBike, Garysburg, NC (Racers Only)

5/2 Shannonville Motorsport Park Motorcycle Lapping Days (Canada), Shannonville Motorsport Park, Shannonville, ON

5/3 2Fast Motorcycle Track Days & Instruction, Ridge Motorsports Park, Shelton, WA

5/3 Apex Track Days, Utah Motorsports Campus, Grantsville, UT

5/3 ASMA Track Days and Advanced Rider Training, Arroyo Seco Raceway, Deming, NM

5/3 Sportbike Track Time Track Days, Grattan Raceway, Belding, MI

5/3 Tactical Motorcycle Dynamics Track Days, Utah Motorsports Campus, Grantsville, UT

5/3-5 CRA (California Roadrace Association) Series, The Podium Club at Attesa, Casa Grande, AZ

5/3-5 CRA (Central Roadracing Association) Series, Brainerd International Raceway, Brainerd, MN

5/3-5 OMRRA Series, Ridge Motorsports Park, Shelton, WA (shared event with WMRRA)

5/3-5 WMRRA Series, Ridge Motorsports Park, Shelton, WA (shared event with OMRRA)

5/4 Central Illinois Mini Moto Series (Minis) and Track Days, Mid-State Kart Club, Mechanicsburg, IL

5/4 Rich Oliver’s Mystery School (Dirt Track School), Prather, CA (Learn To Ride Off-Road)

5/4 SMRI Series, Schools and Track Days, Sandia Motorsports Park (currently named Suika Circuit), Albuquerque, NM

5/4 Sandy Hook Mini Moto Track Days (Minis), Sandy Hook Speedway, Street, MD

5/4 SFLminiGP (South Florida MiniGP) Rider Development Days (Minis), Orlando Kart Center, Orlando, FL

5/4 Southeast Mini Moto Series (Minis), Barber Proving Grounds, Birmingham, AL

5/4 Team Pro-Motion Track Days & Schools, Pocono Raceway, Long Pond, PA

5/4-5 AMA Sanctioned ASRA National Sprint Series/ AMA Sanctioned ASRA Outlaw Bagger Series/ ASRA Mid-Atlantic Roadracing Championship Series, Pittsburgh International Race Complex, Wampum, PA

5/4-5 ASMA Series, Arroyo Seco Raceway, Deming, NM

5/4-5 ASRA Atlantic Roadracing Championship Series, Pittsburgh International Race Complex, Wampum, PA

5/4-5 Evolve GT School and Track Days, Pittsburgh International Race Complex, Wampum, PA

5/4-5 Fast Line Track Days, NCM Motorsports Park, Bowling Green, KY

5/4-5 Motogladiator Series, Pittsburgh International Race Complex, Wampum, PA

5/4-5 MRA Series (Canada), Gimli Motorsports Park, Gimli, MB

5/4-5 NOLA Riding Academy Motorcycle Training and Track Days, NOLA Motorsports Park, Avondale, LA

5/4-5 Pacific Track Time Track Days, Thunderhill Raceway Park, Willows, CA

5/4-5 PanAmerican Superbike Series, Talladega Gran Prix Raceway, Munford, AL

5/4-5 Precision Track Days, Jennings GP, Jennings, FL

5/4-5 RideSmart Motorcycle School, G2 Motorsports Park, Anna, TX

5/4-5 South Florida MiniGP Series (Minis), Orlando Kart Center, Orlando, FL

5/4-5 Sportbike Track Time Track Days, Barber Motorsports Park, Birmingham, AL

5/4-5 The Riders Club Track Days, New Jersey Motorsports Park, Millville, NJ

5/4-5 UtahSBA Series, Utah Motorsports Campus, Grantsville, UT

5/4-5 WERA Sportsman Series Atlantic Coastal Region/ WERA Sportsman Series Southeast Region, Roebling Road Raceway, Bloomingdale, GA

5/4-5 WERA Sportsman Series North Central Region, Grattan Raceway Park, Belding, MI

5/5 CLASS Motorcycle School with 3x AMA Superbike Champion Reg Pridmore, Streets of Willow, Rosamond, CA

5/5 Florida Trackdays, Homestead-Miami Speedway, Homestead, FL

5/5 John Long’s Longevity Racing School, Homestead-Miami Speedway, Homestead, FL

5/5 Rich Oliver’s Mystery School (Dirt Track School), Prather, CA (Off-Road Challenge Course)

5/5 Superbike-Coach Corp. (Schools), Little 99 Raceway, Stockton, CA

5/5 XCEL Trackdays Track Days, Arizona Motorsports Park, Litchfield Park, AZ

5/5 ZARS Advanced Riding School, Dakota County Technical College, Rosemount, MN

5/5-6 Cyclesmith Track Days (formerly known as Tony’s Track Days), Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park, Thompson, CT

5/6 2Fast Motorcycle Track Days & Instruction, Ridge Motorsports Park, Shelton, WA

5/6 CLASS Motorcycle School with 3x AMA Superbike Champion Reg Pridmore, Streets of Willow, Rosamond, CA (Motor Officer Advanced Training)

5/6 Moto Forza Trackdays, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, Desert Center, CA

5/6 SoCal Supermoto School, Adams Motorsport Park, Riverside, CA

5/6-7 California Superbike School, New Jersey Motorsports Park, Millville, NJ

5/8-9 American Supercamp (Dirt Track School), Harrington, DE

5/8-9 California Superbike School, New Jersey Motorsports Park, Millville, NJ

5/9 Riders Choice Lapping Days (Canada), Shannonville Motorsport Park, Shannonville, ON

5/10 2 Wheels Track Days, Streets of Willow, Rosamond, CA

5/10 AHRMA Academy of Roadracing, Track Days & Ed Bargy Advanced Track Riding Technique, Talladega Gran Prix Raceway, Munford, AL

5/10 California Superbike School, New Jersey Motorsports Park, Millville, NJ

5/10 Jennings GP Track Days & Novice Schools, Jennings GP, Jennings, FL

5/10 Road America Motorplex Open Track Days, Road America, Elkhart Lake, WI

5/10 Westwood Motorcycle Racing Club School & Track Days (Canada), Mission Raceway Park, Mission, BC

5/10-11 American Supercamp (Dirt Track School), Harrington, DE

5/10-12 (Bridgestone) AHRMA American Historic Racing Series, Talladega Gran Prix Raceway, Munford, AL

5/11 2WTD Mini Racing (Minis), Horsethief Mile, Rosamond, CA (MotoAmerica Mini Cup Qualifier)

5/11 (Progressive) AMA Pro American Flat Track (AFT), Ventura Short Track, Ventura Raceway, Ventura, CA

5/11 Motorheads Track Attacks Track Days (Canada), Stratotech Park Int’l Raceway, Ft. Saskatchewan, AB

5/11 TrackAddix/Ducati Omaha Racing Series, Motorsports Park Hastings, Hastings, NE

5/11-12 2Fast Motorcycle Track Days & Instruction, Oregon Raceway Park, Grass Valley, OR

5/11-12 3:16 Superbike Camp, MSR Houston, Angleton, TX

5/11-12 Cornerspin School: Roadracing In The Dirt (Dirt Track School), Cornerspin Facility, Spencer, NC

5/11-12 Inde Motorsports Ranch (IMR) Riders Club Track Days, Inde Motorsports Ranch, Willcox, AZ

5/11-12 JP43 Training School, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, Desert Center, CA

5/11-12 MRA Series and Super Street Racing Days, High Plains Raceway (North), Deer Trail, CO

5/11-12 N2 Track Days, Pittsburgh International Race Complex, Wampum, PA

5/11-12 NorthWest Mini Moto & Endurance Challenge (Minis), Tri City Kart Club, Richland, WA (MotoAmerica Mini Cup Qualifier)

5/11-12 SoCal Track Days, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, Desert Center, CA (Beat The Heat Schedule)

5/11-12 Sportbike Track Time Track Days, Grattan Raceway, Belding, MI

5/11-12 TrackXperience Track Days, Spring Mountain Motorsports Resort, Pahrump, NV

5/11-12 WMRC Series (Canada), Mission Raceway Park, Mission, BC

5/11-13 Jennings GP Track Days & Novice Schools, Jennings GP, Jennings, FL

5/11-13 Performance Riding Experience (PRE) Track Days, VIRginia International Raceway, Alton, VA

5/12 Road America Motorplex Open Track Days, Road America, Elkhart Lake, WI

5/12 SoCal Supermoto School, Adams Motorsport Park, Riverside, CA

5/12 TrackAddix/Ducati Omaha Track Days, Motorsports Park Hastings, Hastings, NE

512-13 American Supercamp (Dirt Track School), Harrington, DE

5/12-13 Evolve GT School and Track Days, Summit Point Motorsports Park, Summit Point, WV

5/12-13 The Riders Club Track Days, New Jersey Motorsports Park, Millville, NJ

5/13 Fun Track Dayz, Thunderhill Raceway Park, Willows, CA

5/13 Motovid.com All Levels Motorcycle Performance Riding Clinics, Blackhawk Farms Raceway, S. Beloit, IL

5/13 N2 Track Days, New Jersey Motorsports Park, Millville, NJ

5/13-14 The Mid-Ohio School’s Performance Track Riding School, Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, Lexington, OH

5/14-15 Yamaha Champions Riding School, New Jersey Motorsports Park, Millville, NJ

5/15 2Fast Motorcycle Track Days & Instruction, Pacific Raceways, Kent, WA

5/15-16 Rich Oliver’s Mystery School (Dirt Track School), Prather, CA (POST Motorcycle Officer Update Course)

5/15-17 Jennings GP Track Days & Novice Schools, Jennings GP, Jennings, FL

5/17 ARL Track Days (Canada), Atlantic Motorsport Park, Mill Village, NS

5/17 Penguin Riding School, New Hampshire Motor Speedway, Loudon, NH

5/17 ZARS Advanced Riding School, Dakota County Technical College, Rosemount, MN

5/17-18 (Mission) MotoAmerica Mini Cup by Motul East Coast Series (Minis), Carolina Motorsports Park, Kershaw, SC

5/17-19 (Bridgestone) Canadian Superbike Championship, Shannonville Motorsport Park, Belleville, ON

5/17-19 MotoAmerica AMA/FIM North American Road Racing Series, Barber Motorsports Park, Birmingham, AL

5/18 (Progressive) AMA Pro American Flat Track (AFT), Silver Dollar Short Track, Silver Dollar Speedway, Chico, CA

5/18 Pro 6 Cycle Inc. Track Days (Canada), Calabogie Motorsports Park, Calabogie, ON

5/18 Sandy Hook Mini Moto Road Race Series (Minis), Sandy Hook Speedway, Street, MD

5/18 The Riders Club Track Days, New Jersey Motorsports Park, Millville, NJ

5/18-19 AFM Series, Thunderhill Raceway Park, Willows, CA

5/18-19 Alaska Motorcycle Road Racing Series and Track Days, Tanacross Race Course, Tok, AK

5/18-19 Apex Assassins Track Days, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, Desert Center, CA

5/18-19 ARL High Performance Riding Academy (Canada), Atlantic Motorsport Park, Mill Village, NS

5/18-19 Evolve GT School and Track Days, NCBike, Garysburg, NC

5/18-19 Fasttrax Motorcycle Performance Track Days, Nelson Ledges Road Course, Garrettsville, OH

5/18-19 N2 Track Days, Roebling Road Raceway, Bloomingdale, GA

5/18-19 NEMRR Series, New Hampshire Motor Speedway, Loudon, NH

5/18-19 Precision Track Days, Talladega Gran Prix Raceway, Munford, AL

5/18-19 Rich Oliver’s Mystery School (Dirt Track School), Prather, CA (Fun Camp)

5/18-19 RideSmart Motorcycle School, Hallett Motor Racing Circuit, Hallett, OK

5/18-19 Southern Track Days, Jennings GP, Jennings, FL

5/18-19 Sportbike Track Time Track Days, Putnam Park Road Course, Mt. Meridian, IN

5/18-19 Z² Track Days, Thunderhill Raceway Park, Willows, CA

5/19 Compact Octane Track Days, Streets of Willow, Rosamond, CA

5/19 EMRA Series (Canada), Stratotech Park Int’l Raceway, Ft. Saskatchewan, AB

5/19 MotoCorsa Track Days, Portland International Raceway, Portland, OR

5/19 Motorheads Track Attacks Track Days (Canada), Stratotech Park Int’l Raceway, Ft. Saskatchewan, AB

5/19 Rocky Mountain Mini Moto Series (Minis), IMI Motorsports Complex, Dacono, CO

5/19 Superbike-Coach Corp. (Schools), Little 99 Raceway, Stockton, CA

5/19 Team Pro-Motion Track Days & Schools, Pocono Raceway, Long Pond, PA

5/19 UtahSBA Supermoto/Mini Series, Utah Motorsports Campus Kart Track, Grantsville, UT (MotoAmerica Mini Cup Qualifier)

5/19-20 The Riders Club Track Days, New Jersey Motorsports Park, Millville, NJ

5/20 N2 Track Days, Summit Point Motorsports Park, Summit Point, WV

5/20 SoCal Supermoto School, Adams Motorsport Park, Riverside, CA

5/20 Sportbike Track Time Track Days, Barber Motorsports Park, Birmingham, AL

5/20-21 California Superbike School, NCM Motorsports Park, Bowling Green, KY

5/20-21 The Mid-Ohio School’s Performance Track Riding School, Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, Lexington, OH

5/20-21 USCRA Road Racing Series (Vintage), Thompson Speedway, Thompson, CT

5/22 Pineview Run Two Wheel Wednesday Track Days, Pineview Run Auto & Country Club, LaFayette, NY

5/23 N2 Track Days, Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, Braselton, GA (Racer Practice Day)

5/23 The Riders Club Track Days, New Jersey Motorsports Park, Millville, NJ

5/24 AHRMA Academy of Roadracing, Track Days & Ed Bargy Advanced Track Riding Technique, Nelson Ledges Road Course, Garrettsville, OH

5/24 Apex Track Days, Utah Motorsports Campus (West), Grantsville, UT

5/24 HardNoX Track Dayz (Canada), Rocky Mountain Motorsports, Carstairs, AB

5/24 MARRC Racing School and Track Days, Summit Point Motorsports Park, Summit Point, WV

5/24 (Dunlop) N2/WERA Endurance Series, Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, Braselton, GA

5/24 Rich Oliver’s Mystery School (Dirt Track School), Prather, CA (Private Training Day)

5/24 Road America Motorplex Open Track Days, Road America, Elkhart Lake, WI

5/24 Tactical Motorcycle Dynamics Track Days, Utah Motorsports Campus, Grantsville, UT

5/24 Z² Track Days, Sonoma Raceway, Sonoma, CA

5/24-25 2Fast Motorcycle Track Days & Instruction, Ridge Motorsports Park, Shelton, WA

5/24-25 California Superbike School, Barber Motorsports Park, Birmingham, AL

5/24-25 (Mission) MotoAmerica Mini Cup by Motul East Coast Series (Minis), Pittsburgh International Race Complex, Wampum, PA

5/24-26 (Bridgestone) AHRMA American Historic Racing Series, Nelson Ledges Road Course, Garrettsville, OH

5/24-26 Bagger Racing League (BRL), Motorsports Park Hastings, Hastings, NE

5/24-26 CMRA Series, NOLA Motorsports Park, Avondale, LA

5/24-26 SOAR Series (Canada), Grand Bend Motorplex, Grand Bend, ON

5/24-26 VRRA Series (Vintage Canada), Shannonville Motorsport Park, Shannonville, ON

5/24-26 WERA National Challenge Co-Sanctioned by AMA/ WERA Sportsman Series Atlantic Coastal Region/ WERA Sportsman Series Mid-Central Region/ WERA Sportsman Series Southeast Region, WERA Cycle Jam, Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, Braselton, GA

5/25-26 Evolve GT School and Track Days, Polecat Training Center, Fayetteville, TN

5/25-26 FIM Mini Cup USA Championship Series, Summit Point Motorsports Park, Summit Point, WV

5/25-26 Fishtail Riding School, Canaan Motor Club, Canaan, NH

5/25-26 MRA Series & Super Street Racing Days, Pueblo Motorsports Park, Pueblo, CO

5/25-26 Northern Nevada Kart Club (NNKC) Series (Minis), Little 99 Raceway, Stockton, CA (MotoAmerica Mini Cup Qualifier)

5/25-26 Rich Oliver’s Mystery School (Dirt Track School), Prather, CA (Fun Camp)

5/25-26 Ruts to Racelines Track Days, NCBike, Garysburg, NC

5/25-26 TrackXperience Track Days, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, Desert Center, CA

5/25-26 UtahSBA Series, Utah Motorsports Campus, Grantsville, UT

5/25-26 Yamaha Champions Riding School, High Plains Raceway, Deer Trail, CO

5/25-27 AMA Sanctioned ASRA National Endurance/Team Challenge Series/ AMA Sanctioned ASRA National Vintage – Classic Series/ AMA Sanctioned ASRA Outlaw Bagger Series, Summit Point Motorsports Park, Summit Point, WV

5/25-27 ASRA Atlantic Roadracing Championship Series/ ASRA Mid-Atlantic Roadracing Championship Series, Summit Point Motorsports Park, Summit Point, WV

5/25-27 Cyclesmith Track Days (formerly known as Tony’s Track Days), Palmer Motorsports Park, Palmer, MA

5/25-27 Sportbike Track Time Track Days, Autobahn Country Club, Joliet, IL

5/26 ASM Motosport Advanced Riding Course And Trackdays (Canada), Sanair Super Speedway, St-Pie, QC

5/26 Brake Free Track Time Track Days, Arizona Motorsports Park, Litchfield Park, AZ

5/26-27 California Superbike School, Barber Motorsports Park, Birmingham, AL

5/26-27 JP43 Training School, Buttonwillow Raceway Park, Buttonwillow, CA

5/26-27 Let’s Ride Track Days, Buttonwillow Raceway Park, Buttonwillow, CA

5/26-27 SoCal Supermoto School, Adams Motorsport Park, Riverside, CA

5/26-27 Track Time Track Days, Ridge Motorsports Park, Shelton, WA

5/27 3:16 Superbike Camp, Harris Hill Raceway, San Marcos, TX

5/27-28 Pro 6 Cycle Inc. Track Days (Canada), Canadian Tire Motorsports Park, Bowmanville, ON

5/27-28 ZARS Advanced Riding Schools & Track Days, Road America, Elkhart Lake, WI

5/28-29 California Superbike School, Barber Motorsports Park, Birmingham, AL

5/29 Motovid.com All Levels Motorcycle Track Days/Performance Riding Clinics, Road America Elkhart Lake, WI (Ducati Revs Midwest)

5/29 Pineview Run Two Wheel Wednesday Track Days, Pineview Run Auto & Country Club, LaFayette, NY

5/30 Riders Choice Lapping Days (Canada), Shannonville Motorsport Park, Shannonville, ON

5/31 ARL Track Days (Canada), Atlantic Motorsport Park, Mill Village, NS

5/31-6/2 MotoAmerica AMA/FIM North American Road Racing Series, Road America, Elkhart Lake, WI

American Flat Track: Silver Dollar Short Track Postponed Until May 18

May 2, 2024

Just before the start of the AFT Mission SuperTwins main event at the Mission Texas Half-Mile with Briar Bauman (3), Jared Mees (1), Dallas Daniels (32), and Brandon Robinson (44) on the front row. Photo by Kristen Lassen, courtesy AFT.

Silver Dollar Short Track Rescheduled for Saturday, May 18 Due to Inclement Weather

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (May 2, 2024) – This weekend’s Silver Dollar Short Track, scheduled for Saturday, May 4 at Silver Dollar Speedway in Chico, California, has been postponed due to inclement weather. The event has been rescheduled for Saturday, May 18.

“While we regret having to postpone the event, we’re excited that we still have the opportunity to bring motorcycle racing back to Northern California just two weeks later than we had originally planned,” said Brad Sweet, renowned sprint car champion and co-promoter of the event. “We are looking forward to delivering an entertaining event with exceptional racing on May 18 and appreciate the community’s understanding and support.”

Significant rainfall is expected to begin Friday night and continue through early Sunday morning, necessitating the postponement of the event which was originally scheduled for this Saturday, as round 5 of the 2024 Progressive American Flat Track championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing.

Co-promoters SLC Promotions and AFT Events have confirmed that all previously purchased tickets will be honored on the new date. Fans who haven’t purchased tickets yet can buy theirs today at https://www.tixr.com/groups/americanflattrack/events/silver-dollar-short-track-89147. Gates will open for fans at 6:00 p.m. ET (3:00 p.m. PT) with Opening Ceremonies scheduled to begin at 10:00 p.m. ET (7:00 p.m. PT).

The 2024 Progressive American Flat Track season, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, will continue next weekend in southern California with the Memphis Shades Ventura Short Track, scheduled for Saturday, May 11 at Ventura Speedway.

For more information on Progressive AFT visit https://www.americanflattrack.com.

About Progressive American Flat Track

Progressive American Flat Track is the world’s premier dirt track motorcycle racing series and one of the longest-running championships in the history of motorsports. Sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing in Daytona Beach, Fla., the series is highly regarded as the most competitive form of dirt track motorcycle racing on the globe. Progressive American Flat Track is televised on FOX Sports and streams live via FloRacing. For more information on Progressive American Flat Track, please visit us on the web, like us on Facebook, follow us on X, and check us out on Instagram.

MotoGP Will Continue Racing At Assen Through 2031

May 2, 2024

TT Circuit Assen will remain on the MotoGP World Championship calendar through at least 2031. Photo courtesy Dorna.

MotoGP™ to race at Assen until 2031

The legacy will continue as the TT Circuit Assen is confirmed to host the world’s most exciting sport for a further five seasons

Thursday, 02 May 2024

A new agreement between MotoGP™ and the TT Circuit Assen confirms the classic Dutch venue on the MotoGP™ calendar until 2031, extending its previous agreement that ran until 2026.

Assen is a fan favourite thanks to its incredible layout, fantastic atmosphere and unique final chicane, the latter of which has been the stage for many of the sport’s most iconic moments, then and now. It’s also MotoGP™s longest-serving venue, having hosted Grand Prix motorcycle racing since the inaugural 1949 season – a unique feat on the modern calendar.

2025 will be another milestone year as Assen celebrates the centenary of the very first TT. Nearly a century after the event began and 75 years since Grand Prix racing first visited the area, the permanent TT Circuit Assen of today only continues to build its legend, maintaining the spirit that fuelled its origins but reimagining it into a modern, safe and spectacular racetrack.

Arjan Bos, Chairman of TT Circuit Assen: “We are incredibly pleased with this contract extension, especially now that MotoGP is developing strongly. It reaffirms the status of the TT Assen as a highlight on the MotoGP calendar. We are proud to continue building the future of motorsport together.”

Carmelo Ezpeleta, CEO of MotoGP™ rights holder Dorna Sports: “We’re very happy to announce Assen’s long-term future on the calendar. It was part of the very first season of Grand Prix racing in 1949 and nowhere else has been with us across these 75 years of racing we celebrate in 2024. That’s unique, but we don’t return only for the history or statistics. Racing at Assen, even 100 years after the first races held in the area, is still something special and it only gets better. It’s a fantastic, modern venue that continues to gives us incredible races and iconic moments, and there is no better mixture than the world’s most exciting sport racing at one of its greatest venues.”

How To Recognize Real Baxley Sport Chocks

May 2, 2024

A genuine Baxley Sport Chock manufactured by Baxley by Providence in Dothan, Alabama. Photo by David Swarts. — A genuine Baxley Sport Chock manufactured by Baxley by Providence in Alabama. Photo by David Swarts.

Each year as we put together our annual Roadracing World Trackday Directory we gather photos of products that we use and recommend for those looking to go to the racetrack. One such product is the Sport Chock designed by NASA engineer-turned-racer William “Chip” Mayfield and built by his company Baxley by Providence in Alabama.

In case you don’t know, the Sport Chock (and its larger, original sibling the L.A. Chock) capture the front wheel of a sportbike, holding the motorcycle in place upright all by itself. It’s very helpful when getting off a racebike or trackday bike without a sidestand. And it’s even more useful when loading and securing a motorcycle into a truck, van, or trailer. The chocks are also often used to display bikes at events, dealerships, and in collections.

Going through photos, we came across a shot of a track day participant using a chock that closely resembled a Baxley Sport Chock. At a glance, it was easy to mistake the imitation chock with the real thing. So, in the interest of saving someone from potentially buying an imitation chock when they intended to purchase a Baxley Sport Chock, we asked Mayfield what people should look for to ensure they get the real thing.

Because imitation chocks are shipped from overseas and shipping space is at a premium, imitation chocks are shipped in pieces and bolted together somewhere along the line. Baxley Sport Chocks, meanwhile, are welded together at the factory and shipped as a single, assembled piece.
Imitation chocks use some small-diameter, round tubing and sometimes rectangular sections of painted metal pieces, but Baxley Sport Chocks are made entirely from 1.5-inch diameter steel tubing with a durable powdercoat finish.
All Baxley Sport Chocks have four rubber footings to prevent them from sliding when a bike is loaded into it.
And finally, all Baxley Sport Chocks have a plate riveted prominently to them that states “The Baxley Sport Chock, Made In The USA” among other things.

And if there’s still any doubt, potential buyers of Baxley Sport Chocks – or any of their other chock or trailer products – can contact the company directly at (888) 988-8833, www.baxleybyprovidence.com, and on social media.

ASRA Waiving Gate Fees At PittRace In Exchange For Donations To RWAF

May 1, 2024

An ASRA starting grid at Pittsburgh International Race Complex. Photo by Mark Lienhard, courtesy ASRA. — An ASRA starting grid at Pittsburgh International Race Complex (a.k.a. PittRace) in 2023. Photo by Mark Lienhard, courtesy ASRA.

The American Superbike Racing Association (ASRA) and Evolve GT School and Track Days are waiving gate fees for this coming weekend’s event May 3-5 at Pittsburgh International Race Complex (a.k.a. PittRace) and instead is asking for donations to the Roadracing World Action Fund (RWAF) to gain admission.

At the gate, participants, racers, crew members, etc. will be given the opportunity to make a donation using a QR code or by adding cash to a donation jar, according to ASRA President Alex Spellman.

Gate passes to ASRA events typically cost between $40-50 per person.

In addition to the Evolve GT School and Track Day on Friday, the event at PittRace includes Round Two of the ASRA National Sprint Series with Pirelli, a round of the new ASRA Outlaw Bagger Series, and ASRA regional races.

The Roadracing World Action Fund is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization dedicated to helping prevent rider injuries at racetracks, road race and dirt track, nationwide by purchasing and deploying soft barriers made by Airfence and Alpina. Since its founding in 2001, the Roadracing World Action Fund has raised over $3 million for this purpose through donations and fund-raising efforts by racing and track day organizations.

To donate directly to the Roadracing World Action Fund, go HERE.

.

Racebike Builder Larry “Motorman” Brown, R.I.P.

May 1, 2024

Larry Brown (far left) with Kevin Rentzell (second from left) and Randy Renfrow (far right) on the grid before the 1987 Daytona 200. Photo courtesy Larry Brown Collection.

Former racebike builder and tuner Charles Larry “Motorman” Brown died April 7 in Decatur, Georgia. He was 69.

Brown, a veteran of the U.S. Army National Guard, built engines and motorcycles during the 1980s for racers such as Paul Bray, Mike Harth, Kevin Rentzell, Scott Russell, and Deano Swims out of his shop Cycle Performance Racing.

Brown is survived by brother Steve Brown, daughter Jamie Lee Brown, son Charles Edward Brown, and two grandsons.

A Celebration of Life has been scheduled May 5 (2:00 – 6:00 p.m. local time) at 2000 Highway 42 North, McDonough, Georgia 30253.

A second Celebration of Life has tentatively been scheduled May 18 in LaFayette, Georgia, with details still pending.

ASRA: Race Results From Repaved New Jersey Motorsports Park

May 1, 2024

New Jersey Motorsports Park. Photo by David Swarts. — New Jersey Motorsports Park's Thunderbolt Raceway. Photo by David Swarts.

Here are complete race results from the ASRA event held April 27-28 at the repaved Thunderbolt Raceway at New Jersey Motorsports Park (NJMP), in Millville, New Jersey.

According to ASRA, Frankie Babuska set a new lap record during the Unlimited Grand Prix. Babuska’s 1:22:382 on lap two of the race eclipsed the mark of 1:22:657 set by Mark Heckles in 2020.

Race results are in separate PDFs below. Depending on your connection speed it may take time for all of the PDFs to load.

For more information on ASRA, go to www.asraracing.com.

May 2024

May 1, 2024

On the Front Cover: Stefano Mesa has long defined the term “privateer,” riding anything for money and winning his fair share. Now he’s controlling his fate with his own program. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.

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, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time, Monday through Friday.

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

MAY 2024 ISSUE

FEATURES

Inside Info: Special Aprilias, New Indians And MV Agustas,
F1 Owners Buying MotoGP, Bimota Returning To WorldSBK, Suzuki
Takes 24 Hours Of Le Mans, American Correa Wins In Spain, Laguna
Seca Settles Lawsuit, Erik Buell Releases Album, and more…

Historic Racebike Illustrations: 1972 Ducati Imola

2024 KTM 890 SMT: A Streetbike In Supermoto Clothing

MotoGP Analysis: The End Of Shape Shifters and Gigantic Wings

Remembering Pat Hennen, The First American 500cc GP Winner

Arai XD-5 Intro: Three Helmets In One

Hanging With: MotoAmerica Racer Stefano Mesa

RACING

MotoGP: Martin The Master In Portugal, Vinales The Victor In Texas

MotoAmerica: Baggers Invade MotoGP

MotoAmerica: It’s Beaubier Vs. Gagne at Road Atlanta

WorldSBK: Bautista And Razgatlioğlu Win At Catalunya And Assen

COLUMNS

Letters To The Editor: The U.S. GP Series That Didn’t Fly, AI-Generated Swingarms, Michelin MotoGP Tires, And GSX-8R Cam Timing

10 Years Ago, May 2014: Racing Editor Chris Ulrich tests the EBR 1190X, three-round GEICO Motorcycle Superbike Shootout launched, MRA Champion Rob Christman profi led, Moto Corse Performance featured in Shops, and more Army of
Darkness endurance adventures

The Crash Page: Avery Dreher Crashes Out Of The Lead

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

*******************************************************************

Click here to receive a sample issue of Roadracing World magazine (print edition). One sample issue per household, U.S. address only.

Oxley Bom MotoGP Podcast: Jerez 2024 – Return Of The King

May 1, 2024

Roadracing World MotoGP Editor and Isle of Man TT winner Mat Oxley (right) and two-time World Championship-winning Crew Chief Peter Bom (left). Photo courtesy Mat Oxley.

Roadracing World MotoGP Editor and Isle of Man TT winner Mat Oxley and two-time World Championship-winning Crew Chief Peter Bom have started “The Oxley Bom MotoGP Podcast,” which will be focused on the FIM MotoGP World Championship.

This podcast is “Jerez 2024 – Return Of The King.”

The original podcast can be found on BuzzSprout.com or listened to via other places you get podcasts.

From the Oxley Bom Podcast:

Want to become a better rider, going faster than you ever imagined? Try being chased by Marc Marquez! It obviously worked wonders on Bagnaia, who fought to gain perhaps the most hard-fought victory in his career in Jerez.

But Pecco isn’t the only winner here. Marquez shows that he’s back, and that’s good news for everyone. So blame it on the sun or on the crowd’s infectious enthusiasm, but Mat and Peter are over the moon and ready to rave about it. Coming to you, straight from the pit lanes in Jerez to your ears, it’s the Oxley Bom Podcast!

Want more? Visit our website or support us on Patreon. With big thanks as always to Brad Baloo from The Next Men and Gentleman’s Dub Club for writing our theme song. Check out The Nextmen for more great music!

Pipe Dreams Podcast (And Video): E14 – Richie Escalante, Determinado

May 1, 2024

Richie Escalante (54). Photo by Brian J. Nelson.

MotoAmerica racers Corey Alexander and James Rispoli are excited to unveil Episode 14 of the Pipe Dreams Podcast, featuring none other than MotoAmerica Superbike Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki rider Richie Escalante.

Hailing from just outside Mexico City, 29-year-old Richie has his sights set on becoming a MotoAmerica Superbike champion. In this 14th episode, Corey and James delve into the path that led him to Richie’s current place as a top talent within MotoAmerica, a story which until now has remained largely untold.

From his humble beginnings traveling around North America with his dad and brother, Richie Escalante’s story is one of grit, determination, and passion. As the first Mexican rider to claim the MotoAmerica Supersport Championship and his recent ascent to the top of the Superbike class, Richie has become an inspiration to riders across his country.

This podcast marks Richie’s first in-depth interview in English, as he continues to perfect his language skills. We hope you’ll both learn from and enjoy this episode as much as the boys did.

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

About Pipe Dreams Podcast:

Pipe Dreams Podcast launched in 2023 by MotoAmerica and American Flat Track riders Corey Alexander and James Rispoli in an effort to share the stories of fellow racers and motorsport professionals around the world. The podcast releases twice per month for streaming on all major platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music, and Youtube. Editing is curated by Sabotno Media. Follow @pipedreams_pod on social media or visit https://anchor.fm/pipe-dreams to listen now.

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

May 1, 2024

Ridge Motorsports Park. Photo courtesy of TrackTime. — Ridge Motorsports Park, in Shelton, Washington. Photo courtesy of TrackTime.