A New Generation of Racers Take the Track at 2024 Race School
Byers, CO – The Motorcycle Roadracing Association (MRA) has concluded its 2024 Race School at High Plains Raceway. Blessed with clear skies and temperatures in the mid to high 70s, the weekend provided ideal conditions for both the educational classroom and the on-track sessions.
The classroom session was hosted by Fay Myers Motorcycle World with instruction kicking off on Friday, April 12th. This foundational instruction set the stage for the next day’s practical experience. On Saturday, 38 students tackled the 2.55-mile Full Course at High Plains Raceway, applying lessons learned from MRA New Rider Director, Dan Spurlock, with their coaches.
“Weather usually isn’t on our side this time of year,” said Spurlock. “We were so fortunate for the conditions and the organization is excited by the strong turnout. I think it’s going to be a great season for the new racers!”
The main focuses of the Race School were safety, predictability, and understanding the track layout to enhance racing lines. Students were specifically coached on corner entry and exit techniques, as well as using their vision effectively to optimize their drive out of corners.
Student, Josh Radcliffe, shared his newfound enthusiasm for racing stating, “I definitely have a new perception of racing after completing the school. It’s even more awesome than I thought it would be! The MRA did a great job putting together a safe environment to learn proper race craft and being better on a motorcycle on and off the track. After the class, I have a new take on what I need to be successful in racing and have a ton to work on.”
Ryan Damian, another student, highlighted a critical learning moment, “My biggest ah-ha moment was realizing that I can be just as fast and work half as hard. For instance, coming out of turn three, I always tried to slam down the back straight to make up time; now that I have a good exit I don’t have to break super hard for turn four and push my body harder than I should.”
To conclude the day’s training, students participated in a mock race, putting their new skills to the test. This final exercise served as a practical assessment of their abilities and a direct introduction to motorcycle racing, marking a successful end to the 2024 School.
Of the participants, 15 have committed to purchasing their racing licenses, indicating a strong influx of new talent into the MRA. The MRA will continue to support these new racers as they prepare for the start of the season, fostering the growth of motorcycle road racing in Colorado and beyond.
Looking ahead, the excitement continues with MRA Round 1 at High Plains Raceway, scheduled for May 11-12. For more information on how to get involved or to sign up for MRA events, visit MRA Racing.
The MRA thanks all participants, coaches, the safety crew, and Dan Spurlock for making this year’s Race School a resounding success. The MRA looks forward to an exciting racing season ahead.
Superbike, Supersport and Super Hooligans, Tytlers Cycle Racing are ready to race
Contesting three national championships, Tytlers Cycle Racing is ready for the 2024 MotoAmerica season to start at Road Atlanta this coming weekend.
Following on from a successful 2023, Tytlers Cycle Racing is delighted to welcome back Cameron Beaubier. The former multiple champion will once again take to the track aboard the latest BMW M1000 RR for the squad. He will be joined on the Superbike grid by former Supersport champion and Superbike race winner JD Beach who returns full time to the MotoAmerica paddock in 2024.
The squad also has its eyes firmly set on the Supersport prize and has once again put their faith in the talented Stefano Mesa who will compete aboard a ZX-6R Kawasaki.
Mesa, known for his ability to adapt to a variety of motorcycles, will also line up in the Super Hooligans series. As he did last year, he will campaign an electric Energica bike against a full grid of petrol-powered Super Hooligans. Ahead of the season opener, Tytlers Cycle Racing’s riders and technical team shared their thoughts.
Cameron Beaubier: “It has been a long off season for me, and I am ready to get 2024 rolling. I am grateful to be back with the Tytlers guys on our BMW’s and to build on last year. We have had a few positive tests in the last couple of months. JD and I have been buds since we were kids, so it will be cool to be teammates with him too.”
Dave Weaver – Crew Chief for Cameron Beaubier: “I’m eagerly anticipating the start of the 2024 superbike season with Tytlers Cycle Racing for the thrill of pushing my limits, the camaraderie among fellow riders, and the electrifying atmosphere of competitive racing. It’s about embracing the challenge, chasing victory, and creating unforgettable memories on the track. I know every race will be an exhilarating adventure worth savouring. I’m looking forward to getting this season underway. Cam has a year on the bike and has been feeling comfortable in off-season testing. JD is quickly adapting to the BMW and should be right there on the podium too.”
JD Beach: “I’m really excited going into the 2024 season. I’m thankful Tytlers have brought me into such a great program. Getting to do the last couple rounds in 2023 really lit a fire in me. I’ve got a great crew to work with and I’m excited to work with Scott Jensen again. Plus being teammates with a great friend like Cameron is awesome and I am looking forward to working with him and learning as much as I can.”
Scott Jensen – Crew Chief for JD Beach: “Coming into the 2024 season we have one of the strongest teams in the paddock and we are fully poised to exploit this to its maximum potential. I will be changing up riders for this season with the team bringing JD Beach into the Tytlers BMW Superbike program. Having history working with JD in 2012 and 2013 I am very excited and optimistic about what this season will bring! Our off-season testing proved fruitful, and we have some advancements on the motorcycles that should allow us to be more consistently at the front of the field. Bring on the races!”
Stefano Mesa – Supersport (Kawasaki) and Super Hooligans (Energica): “I’m pleased to be continuing into the 2024 season with Tytlers Cycle Racing in the Supersport class on the ZX-6R. We have put together a new team, but pre-season testing felt good, and we are looking forward to the fighting for the championship. There are a-lot of fast guys in the class again this year which should make for some great racing! We’re all excited to get on the gas at Atlanta! I must thank Michael, the whole Tytlers team, and my personal sponsors for helping to create this opportunity. Riding the Energica in Super Hooligans is a fun challenge, and I am excited to show what we can do their too.”
Derek Keyes – Crew Chief for Stefano Mesa: “I’m very excited to be working with Stefano and the Tytlers team this year. The competition is going to be tough in Supersport this year and I know Stefano is up for the challenge. Our pre-season testing was productive, fine tuning the ZX-6R and getting the team prepared for the season. We’ve got a solid package, and I cannot wait to go racing.”
Roadracing World started this exclusive special feature recognizing the most promising young road racers as an answer to pessimists who claimed America had no new, up-and-coming young racers. This edition of the Roadracing World Young Gun Awards marks the 28th consecutive year of showcasing an abundance of new talent.
Roadracing World Young Guns have won:
FIM MotoGP and FIM Superbike races and World Championships;
MotoAmerica and AMA Pro races and Championships, including 13 AMA Pro Superbike Championships;
A KTM RC Cup World Final race;
WERA National Endurance Championships and WERA National Challenge Championships;
ASRA/Formula USA Grand National and CCS National Championships;
AMA Road Racing Grand Championships and Horizon Awards;
USGPRU National Championships;
Many regional and local titles.
The competition has continually become more intense as more – and younger—racers with higher levels of accomplishment are nominated, and the level of achievement required to make the grade keeps getting tougher.
We’ve spent the last several months accepting nominations and evaluating road racers between the ages of 10 and 18 (as of the start of the 2024 season) who have, at a minimum, won Expert-level road races and/or Championships or had outstanding results as an Amateur/Novice. Most of the riders included here have done far more than the minimum.
The young riders recognized here are the most promising young road racers in North America. All have earned the title of Roadracing World Young Gun.
We will feature one Young Gun per day, presenting them in alphabetical order.
Current tuners/mechanics: JR Esteve, Juan Bellver.
Primary race series: RFME ESBK PreMoto3 Spanish National Championship.
Top sponsors: Evike.com, Iconic Motorbikes, HJC Helmets, Dave Designs, Bison Track, TJ Corse, Alpinestars, Almassera El Teular, California Superbike School, Moto Tecnica, Karen E. Ott Photography, MadLabs Minimoto, 73 Moto Parts, NLAB Graphics & Wraps, Bickle Racing, VNM Sport, Yoshimura R&D, D.I.D Chain, Galfer USA, Vortex, Suspension Matters, The Starting Grid, Mini Moto Alliance, Moto Survival School, Live 100 Moto.
Recent racing accomplishments: 2023 season, 11th in RFME ESBK Moto4 Spanish National Championship (1 podium, 3 total top-five finishes), was taken out while leading Race One and finished 4th while riding injured in Race Two in Yamaha bLU cRU R3 Cup event in Thailand, placed 8th overall in SGP4 at FIM Speedway World Cup; 2022 season, won MotoAmerica 190 Mini Cup Championship (4 wins, 8 total podiums in 8 races), placed 2nd in RFME Copa de Espana de MiniVelocidad Spanish National Championship (1 win 4 total podium finishes), placed 5th in Cuna De Campeones Moto5 Championship (1 win, 3 total podium finishes, led 5 of 6 races), won Youth 150cc AMA National Speedway Championship; 2021 season, won FIM MiniGP North America Championship, won MotoAmerica Mini Cup 110cc and 160cc Championships, won Mini 80 WERA West Sportsman Championship, raced in Cuna de Campeones MiniGP 110 Championship with a best race finish of 8th, placed 3rd in Youth 150 AMA Speedway Championship; 2020 season, won Mini 50 WERA West Sportsman Championship, won 65cc AMA Supermoto National Championship.
2024 racing goal: Race at the front in the RFME ESBK PreMoto3 Championship.
Racing career goal: Race in the World Championship.
Racing heroes: Daijiro Kato, Norick Abe, Nicky Hayden.
Favorite track: Jerez.
Favorite hobbies: Mountain biking, skiing/snowboarding, rock climbing/bouldering, air soft.
If I wasn’t racing I would be…: Compete in other sports like mountain biking, skiing, and rock climbing/bouldering.
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Some of the riders who have graduated from Young Guns and gone on to racing success in National or International series include:
2017 MotoAmerica Superstock 600 Champion Jason Aguilar (R.I.P.);
2013 AMA Pro SuperSport East Champion and 2022 MotoAmerica Stock 1000 Champion Corey Alexander;
AMA Pro Daytona SportBike race winner Tommy Aquino (R.I.P.);
2008 Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup Champion, two-time MotoAmerica Supersport Champion, and multi-time MotoAmerica Superbike race winner J.D. Beach;
five-time MotoAmerica Superbike Champion and Moto2 World Championship point scorer Cameron Beaubier;
MotoAmerica Twins Cup race winner Jackson Blackmon;
former Canadian Sport Bike Champion Tomas Casas;
three-time Canadian Sport Bike Champion and 2014 Canadian Superbike Champion Jodi Christie;
former AMA Pro SuperSport East Champion and MotoAmerica Superstock 1000 race winner Josh Day;
2011 Daytona 200 winner Jason DiSalvo;
2014 AMA Pro SuperSport Championship runner-up and current MotoAmerica team owner Dustin Dominguez;
2018 MotoAmerica Junior Cup Champion, 2019 MotoAmerica Twins Cup Champion, and 2021 Canadian Superbike Champion Alex Dumas;
four-time Pikes Peak International Hill Climb race winner and former motorcycle track record holder Carlin Dunne (R.I.P.);
Canadian Superbike race winner Bodhi Edie;
two-time AMA Pro Daytona SportBike Champion, two-time AMA Pro XR1200/Harley-Davidson Champion and four-time Daytona 200 winner Danny Eslick;
2019 MotoAmerica Supersport Champion and MotoAmerica Superbike race winner Bobby Fong;
2010 Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup Champion, 2014 AMA Pro Daytona SportBike Champion, 2015 MotoAmerica AMA/FIM North America Superstock 1000 Champion, and three-time MotoAmerica Superbike Champion Jake Gagne;
two-time MotoAmerica Supersport Champion and World Superbike podium finisher Garrett Gerloff;
2017 MotoAmerica Superstock 600 Championship runner-up Michael Gilbert;
2014 AMA Pro SuperSport Champion, 2023 MotoAmerica Stock 1000 Champion, and 2023 MotoAmerica King Of The Baggers Champion Hayden Gillim;
2002 AMA Superbike Champion and 2006 FIM MotoGP World Champion Nicky Hayden (R.I.P.);
2007 AMA Pro 600cc Supersport Champion, 2014 AMA Pro Superbike Championship runner-up, and 2017 MotoAmerica Superbike Championship runner-up Roger Hayden;
eight-time AMA Pro Superbike race winner and two-time AMA Supersport Champion Tommy Hayden;
2013 AMA Pro Superbike Champion, 2016 MotoAmerica Superstock 1000 Champion, 2022 MotoAmerica Supersport Champion, and three-time Daytona 200 winner Josh Herrin;
MotoAmerica Supersport front-runner Teagg Hobbs;
AMA Pro Superstock race winner Jake Holden;
2011 British Superbike Championship runner-up and former MotoGP and World Superbike regular John Hopkins;
2015 Supersport World Championship runner-up, 2019 MotoAmerica Supersport Championship runner-up, and MotoAmerica Superbike race winner Patrick “P.J.” Jacobsen;
2021 MotoAmerica Supersport Champion, Moto2 World Championship point scorer, and MotoAmerica Superbike racer Sean Dylan Kelly;
Canadian Superbike race winner Kevin Lacombe;
two-time MotoAmerica Junior Cup Champion, 2020 MotoAmerica Twins Cup Champion, 2022 MotoAmerica Supersport Championship runner-up Rocco Landers;
two-time MotoAmerica Stock 1000 Champion Andrew Lee;
2021 MotoAmerica Stock 1000 and Superbike Cup Champion Jake Lewis;
MotoAmerica Supersport race winner Sam Lochoff;
MotoAmerica Superstock 600 race winner Nick McFadden;
AMA Pro SuperSport race winner and MotoAmerica Supersport race winner Stefano Mesa;
Elena Myers, the first and only woman to win AMA Pro Supersport races;
AMA Pro XR1200 race winner, multi-time Loudon Classic winner, and three-time BRL Champion Shane Narbonne;
2012 Canadian Superbike Championship runner-up Andrew Nelson;
2016 MotoAmerica KTM RC Cup Champion, 2019 British Motostar (Moto3) Champion, MotoAmerica Supersport podium finisher, and two-time Daytona 200 winner Brandon Paasch;
2012 Daytona 200 winner and 2010 AMA Pro Supersport West Champion Joey Pascarella;
AMA Pro and Canadian National race winner and multi-time N2/WERA National Endurance Champion Chris Peris;
two-time AMA Pro SuperSport National Champion, British Supersport podium finisher, 2020 AFT Production Twins Champion, and 2023 MotoAmerica King Of The Baggers Championship runner-up James Rispoli;
2015 MotoAmerica Superstock 600 Champion, MotoAmerica Supersport race winner, and Moto2 World Championship race winner Joe Roberts;
2022 MotoAmerica Junior Cup Championship runner-up and 2023 MotoAmerica Twins Cup Championship runner-up Gus Rodio;
former Red Bull AMA U.S. Rookies Cup Champion and former FIM Moto2 European Championship competitor Benny Solis, Jr.;
three-time AMA Pro Superbike Champion, 2009 Superbike World Champion, MotoGP race winner, and AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Ben Spies;
multi-time AMA Pro race winner and four-time overall WERA National Endurance Champion Chris Ulrich;
MotoAmerica Supersport podium finisher and former World Superbike competitor Jayson Uribe;
2017 MotoAmerica KTM RC Cup Championship runner-up, 2018 MotoAmerica Junior Cup Championship runner-up, and MotoAmerica Supersport podium finisher Cory Ventura;
Canadian Superbike race winner Alex Welsh;
former AMA Pro Superbike Rookie of the Year, Chinese Superbike Championship race winner, MotoAmerica Supersport podium finisher, and MotoAmerica Super Hooligan race winner Cory West;
MotoAmerica Junior Cup and Superbike Cup race winner Ashton Yates;
and two-time AMA Pro Superbike Championship runner-up Blake Young.
EQUITEA MV AGUSTA BY MP13 RACING WILL CAMPAIGN MV AGUSTA F3 800 RR IN MOTOAMERICA SUPERSPORT WITH ROBERTO TAMBURINI AND AIDEN SNEED
OCEANSIDE, Calif. (April 15, 2024) — Melissa Paris has never been one to back down from a challenge, and this MotoAmerica season will be no different for the former professional road racer and married mother of two young children. Through her team, MP13 Racing, Paris is stepping up from Junior Cup and Twins Cup to contest arguably the most competitive class in the 10-round championship: Supersport. And the Southern California native is doing so with support from a new manufacturer, MV Agusta, as well as a new title sponsor, Equitea.
A rendering of Roberto Tamburini’s Equitea MV Agusta by MP13 Racing F3 RR. Image courtesy MP13 Racing.
Equitea MV Agusta by MP13 Racing will campaign two MV Agusta F3 800 RRs prepared by MP13 Racing and ridden by Roberto Tamburini and Aiden Sneed. MV Agusta is one of eight manufacturers producing motorcycles homologated for the deeply talented and quickly expanding Supersport Next Generation class. The 12-valve, 798cc “Trepistoni” engine that powers the F3 800 RR is housed in a unique aluminized-steel tubular trellis frame mated to an aluminum alloy swingarm.
One of the most iconic names in motorcycling, MV Agusta recently was acquired by Pierer Mobility AG, which also owns KTM, Husqvarna, and GASGAS. “Racing is a fundamental part of MV Agusta’s heritage that lives in the brand’s present,” said Luca Dovesi, head of MV Agusta North America. “Every MV Agusta motorcycle is developed with performance in mind, and therefore taking official part in MotoAmerica is a natural step for the company in a crucial market like the U.S. I am personally excited and proud of this step, which represents a testament to the renewed strength that MV Agusta has gained thanks to the partnership with Pierer Mobility.”
Aiden Sneed. Photo courtesy MP13 Racing.
Another welcome addition to the MotoAmerica paddock, Equitea is a minority-owned business that produces organic, small-batch, cold-brewed adaptogenic teas blended for health and wellness. “Equitea is proud to partner with Melissa Paris and MP13 Racing,” said Quentin Vennie, co-founder and CEO of Equitea, available nationwide at Sprouts Farmers Markets. “Our functional teas, combined with MP13 Racing’s skill, determination, and stellar coaching, are a winning combination. We look forward to seeing everyone at the racetrack.”
Roberto Tamburini, 33, has experience in 125cc Grand Prix, World Supersport, WorldSBK, and the Endurance World Championship. “I am very motivated to face this season together and to ride an Italian bike—the MV Agusta F3 800 RR,” said Tamburini. “I will have to learn different things, such as the racetracks, a new bike with new tires, and get back on a 600 after many years spent on a 1000. For this reason, it might not be so simple, especially at the beginning, but I will try to bring my experience and speed to grow together step by step.”
Aiden Sneed returns to MP13 Racing for a second year after a strong showing in Junior Cup. The only rider in the class racing a 321cc twin, he finished 13th overall. The Texan will make his Supersport debut at Brainerd International Raceway, June 14-16, when he reaches his 16th birthday. In the meantime, Sneed will attend all races and test with the team. “I am absolutely thrilled to be competing in MotoAmerica Supersport on an MV Agusta,” said Sneed. “With the incredible support of MP13 Racing, I am confident this year will be nothing short of amazing.”
Another important piece of the MP13 Racing success story remains securely in place: Evan Steel, the owner of Tucson, Arizona-based Evan Steel Performance, who has enjoyed podium success with riders in both domestic and international competition, is returning to MP13 Racing for a third consecutive season to impart his special brand of two-wheel magic on the brace of F3 800 RRs. “Evan will manage our engine and electronics development,” said Paris. “Evan is my right-hand guy, and we are proud to have him as a part of our team.”
Equitea MV Agusta by MP13 Racing will kick off its 2024 MotoAmerica Supersport Championship challenge on April 19-21 at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta in Braselton, Georgia. Fans of the series who can’t attend in person can subscribe to MotoAmerica Live+ to watch every round of the MotoAmerica Championship. All the high-speed action is also available on Fox Sports FS1, MAVTV, ESPN Latin America, YouTube, MTRSPT1, and MotoAmericaTV. Check local listings for broadcast dates and times.
Ezra Beaubier Joins Aftercare Scheibe Racing For 2024 MotoAmerica Steel Commander Superbike Championship
Kingsford, MI – April 15, 2024 – Scheibe Racing is proud to announce that team title sponsor Aftercare is back for 2024. Also, former Stock 1000 multiple race winner Ezra Beaubier has joined Aftercare Scheibe Racing and will be aboard the team’s BMW S 1000 RR. Beaubier’s competition number has changed from 16 to 99, as the Californian makes his debut in MotoAmerica’s premier class. The announcements were made by Steve Scheibe, owner of Aftercare Scheibe Racing.
“We’re celebrating our 10th season of racing BMW motorcycles in the MotoAmerica series,” said Scheibe. “And it’s also my 18th year in Superbike racing. We’re very happy to continue our program with the long-term support of our sponsors, led by our title sponsor Aftercare. In addition, we’re excited to welcome Ezra Beaubier to our team. He is a terrific young rider whose talents on a literbike were definitely noticed this past year. Together, we expect to advance our program even further starting this weekend at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta.”
Beaubier notched three wins and five podiums aboard a BMW in Stock 1000 this past season, and he is highly motivated and ready to move up to the Steel Commander Superbike Championship this season.
“I am so thankful for the opportunity to ride for Steve Scheibe,” Ezra Beaubier said. “Steve and his crew are a very experienced team with several Superbike seasons on the BMW. This is a great bike and platform for me to gain experience on in the Superbike class.”
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The 2024 MotoAmerica Medallia Superbike Championship will get underway this weekend, April 19-21 at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta.
HARLEY-DAVIDSON FACTORY RACER KYLE WYMAN SETS A NEW TRACK RECORD AND WINS IN TEXAS TO HOLD KING OF THE BAGGERS POINTS LEAD
Rispoli Takes Third Podium in Four Races Aboard Factory Harley-Davidson Road Glide
MILWAUKEE – Harley-Davidson® Factory Racing rider Kyle Wyman made his mark at Circuit of the Americas with a dramatic win, a new class track record, and the MotoAmerica® Mission King of the Baggers points lead. Wyman, aboard his race-prepared 2024 Road Glide® motorcycle, finished the doubleheader race day with second and first place finishes. His Harley-Davidson® Factory Racing teammate, James Rispoli, is third in points after hard-fought fourth and third place finishes.
The MotoAmerica Mission King of the Baggers series appeared as part of the MotoGP™ Grand Prix of the Americas weekend on the challenging 3.4-mile, 20-turn Circuit of the Americas road course, adding a uniquely American flavor to the event and making many new fans.
Tyler O’Hara (29) leads Kyle Wyman (33), James Rispoli (43), and Hayden Gillim (1) during Race One at Circuit of The Americas. Photo by Brian J. Nelson, courtesy Harley-Davidson.
The first six-lap race saw Factory Indian rider and pole sitter, Tyler O’Hara, lead a breakaway pack of six bikes, including Wyman and Rispoli, for the first five laps. On the last lap of the race, Wyman made his move, passing O’Hara for the lead. Factory Indian rider Troy Herfoss came with him after fighting his way to the front from as far back as sixth place. Moments later Herfoss dove below Wyman heading into turn 15, forcing Wyman wide. Herfoss held on to cross the finish line 0.295 seconds ahead of Wyman with O’Hara third, Rispoli fourth, and RevZilla/Motul/Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson rider Hayden Gillim fifth, all separated by less than one second.
Later Saturday afternoon, the second six-lap Mission King of the Baggers race saw Herfoss and Wyman pass O’Hara on lap two and gradually open a gap over the second group of riders, led by Rispoli. Wyman stalked Herfoss until the last lap before making his move on the brakes going into turn 1. Wyman then laid down a near perfect lap, setting a new lap record for the class at 2:14.8 and a win by 0.677 seconds.
“I knew I had some pace on the Factory Harley-Davidson Road Glide and methodically moved my way forward,” said Wyman. “I’m so pumped to get this win for Harley-Davidson. It was a really great race, I’m looking forward to Road Atlanta.”
Kyle Wyman (33). Photo by Brian J. Nelson, courtesy Harley-Davidson.
Rispoli enjoyed another successful weekend on the Factory Harley-Davidson team with his third podium finish in four races.
“I am so stoked to be on the podium again,” said Rispoli after race two. “There were so many people battling for position, and it was so much work. I tried everything to hang on to third place for my guys who worked so hard this weekend. It’s such a confidence boost for me.”
After four of 18 rounds in the 2024 MotoAmerica Mission King of the Baggers series, Wyman leads the championship with 95 points. Herfoss is second with 85 points, followed by Rispoli with 61 points, O’Hara with 46 points, and Gillim with 45 points.
Harley-Davidson® Factory Racing returns to action April 19-21 at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta in Braselton, Ga. during the MotoAmerica Superbikes at Road Atlanta event.
The Mission King of the Baggers series features race-prepared American V-Twin touring motorcycles. Harley-Davidson® Factory Racing Road Glide® motorcycles are powered by modified Screamin’ Eagle® Milwaukee-Eight® 131 Performance Crate Engines. The team bikes also feature upgraded suspension components, including Screamin’ Eagle/Öhlins Remote Reservoir Rear Shocks, plus competition exhaust, race tires and lightweight bodywork.
Harley-Davidson® Factory Racing is sponsored by Mission® Foods, Rockford Fosgate®, Brembo®, Öhlins®, Protolabs®, SYN3® lubricants, and Screamin’ Eagle® Performance Parts and Accessories.
MotoAmerica King of the Baggers Race Results – Circuit of the Americas Race 1
Troy Herfoss (Ind) S&S/Indian Motorcycle
Kyle Wyman (H-D) Harley-Davidson Factory Racing
Tyler O’Hara (Ind) S&S/Indian Motorcycle
James Rispoli (H-D) Harley-Davidson Factory Racing
More, from a press release issued by Indian Motorcycle:
Indian Motorcycle Factory Rider Troy Herfoss Secures First-Career King of the Baggers Victory
Three-Time Australian Superbike Champion Troy Herfoss Takes First & Second at Circuit of The Americas Alongside MotoGP
Troy Herfoss (17) leads James Rispoli, and Hayden Gillim (1) at COTA. Photo courtesy Indian Motorcycle.
MINNEAPOLIS, MN. (April 15, 2024) – In what proved to be an exciting weekend at Circuit of The Americas (COTA) during MotoGP, Indian Motorcycle factory rider, and three-time Australian Superbike Champion, Troy Herfoss secured his first-career King Of The Baggers (KOTB) class win aboard the S&S Indian Challenger. In his first season racing baggers, Herfoss has proved to be a fierce competitor for the series championship, sitting second overall through four races.
Starting the weekend off hot, Herfoss won the Mission Foods Challenge and its $5,000 prize. After two qualifying sessions, Herfoss earned a front row starting position for Race 1. Despite starting third on the grid, Herfoss found himself mid pack early in the race. Having never raced at COTA and learning the track by playing a video game, Herfoss put on a master class, as he maneuvered his way to the front of the pack and into a three-way battle heading into the final lap. Ultimately, it was Herfoss taking the win by .295 of a second. Herfoss was joined on the podium by fellow Indian Motorcycle factory rider and 2022 KOTB Champion Tyler O’Hara, who captured his first podium of the 2024 season.
“It’s an honor to be standing here today and get my first win at COTA during MotoGP,” said Herfoss. “It’s early in the season, and I’m getting more and more seat time aboard the S&S Indian Challenger. It’s an incredible motorcycle – fast and smooth, but at 620-pounds, it’s like nothing I have ever raced before. With each lap and every race, I learn something new and gain even more confidence.”
Troy Herfoss (17). Photo courtesy Indian Motorcycle.
While it’s Herfoss’ first move into bagger racing, his S&S Indian Challenger and S&S factory team are no strangers to the competition – having won the 2020 inaugural race and 2022 championship title with O’Hara piloting. Herfoss’ skills, paired with O’Hara’s experience, S&S’ engineering, and the Indian Challenger’s performance, make him a legitimate competitor for the 2024 title.
To start his KOTB career, Herfoss has never missed a podium, adding three second place finishes and to his one win. Herfoss is firmly planted second overall, 10 points behind the lead and 24 points ahead of third.
MotoAmerica’s Mission King Of The Baggers season continues at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta April 19-21.
The S&S Indian Challenger race team is sponsored by S&S, Progressive, Mission Foods, Drag Specialties, Parts Unlimited, and Performance Finance.
For more information on Indian Motorcycle Racing, visit IndianMotorcycle.com and follow along on Facebook, X and Instagram.
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Roadracing World started this exclusive special feature recognizing the most promising young road racers as an answer to pessimists who claimed America had no new, up-and-coming young racers. This edition of the Roadracing World Young Gun Awards marks the 28th consecutive year of showcasing an abundance of new talent.
Roadracing World Young Guns have won:
FIM MotoGP and FIM Superbike races and World Championships;
MotoAmerica and AMA Pro races and Championships, including 13 AMA Pro Superbike Championships;
A KTM RC Cup World Final race;
WERA National Endurance Championships and WERA National Challenge Championships;
ASRA/Formula USA Grand National and CCS National Championships;
AMA Road Racing Grand Championships and Horizon Awards;
USGPRU National Championships;
Many regional and local titles.
The competition has continually become more intense as more – and younger—racers with higher levels of accomplishment are nominated, and the level of achievement required to make the grade keeps getting tougher.
We’ve spent the last several months accepting nominations and evaluating road racers between the ages of 10 and 18 (as of the start of the 2024 season) who have, at a minimum, won Expert-level road races and/or Championships or had outstanding results as an Amateur/Novice. Most of the riders included here have done far more than the minimum.
The young riders recognized here are the most promising young road racers in North America. All have earned the title of Roadracing World Young Gun.
We will feature one Young Gun per day, presenting them in alphabetical order.
Current school grade level: 11th grade + college classes.
Began riding at age: 2.5 years.
First road race: 2022, Homestead, Florida, CCS, 2nd place in all three races entered.
Current racebike: Kawasaki Ninja 400.
Current tuners/mechanics: Todd Keesee (father), Brevard Superbike.
Primary race series: MotoAmerica Junior Cup.
Top sponsors: Brevard Superbike, Florida Native Roofing, Long Doggers, Dunlop, M4 Exhaust, EBC Brakes, RK Chain, Arai Americas, Mark Tenn Motorsports, Jerry Pellegrino, Spears Racing, Pit Viper, Global Racing Oil, Street & Competition, Core Moto.
Recent racing accomplishments: 2023 season, AMA Nicky Hayden Road Race Horizon Award winner, won ASRA 400 Expert National Championship, won ASRA 400 GP National Championship (6 wins, 12 podiums with ASRA), 5 race wins in PanAmerican Superbike Series; 2022 season, won 3 CCS National Championships (300 Supersport, 300 Superbike, 300 GP), 17 wins and 27 podium finishes with CCS.
2024 racing goal: Consistently finish in the top 5 in MotoAmerica Junior Cup.
Career racing goal: To race in FIM Superbike World Championship.
Racing hero: Nicky Hayden.
Favorite track: Road Atlanta.
Favorite hobby: Working out/personal fitness.
If I wasn’t racing I would be…: Figuring out how to go racing.
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Some of the riders who have graduated from Young Guns and gone on to racing success in National or International series include:
2017 MotoAmerica Superstock 600 Champion Jason Aguilar (R.I.P.);
2013 AMA Pro SuperSport East Champion and 2022 MotoAmerica Stock 1000 Champion Corey Alexander;
AMA Pro Daytona SportBike race winner Tommy Aquino (R.I.P.);
2008 Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup Champion, two-time MotoAmerica Supersport Champion, and multi-time MotoAmerica Superbike race winner J.D. Beach;
five-time MotoAmerica Superbike Champion and Moto2 World Championship point scorer Cameron Beaubier;
MotoAmerica Twins Cup race winner Jackson Blackmon;
former Canadian Sport Bike Champion Tomas Casas;
three-time Canadian Sport Bike Champion and 2014 Canadian Superbike Champion Jodi Christie;
former AMA Pro SuperSport East Champion and MotoAmerica Superstock 1000 race winner Josh Day;
2011 Daytona 200 winner Jason DiSalvo;
2014 AMA Pro SuperSport Championship runner-up and current MotoAmerica team owner Dustin Dominguez;
2018 MotoAmerica Junior Cup Champion, 2019 MotoAmerica Twins Cup Champion, and 2021 Canadian Superbike Champion Alex Dumas;
four-time Pikes Peak International Hill Climb race winner and former motorcycle track record holder Carlin Dunne (R.I.P.);
Canadian Superbike race winner Bodhi Edie;
two-time AMA Pro Daytona SportBike Champion, two-time AMA Pro XR1200/Harley-Davidson Champion and four-time Daytona 200 winner Danny Eslick;
2019 MotoAmerica Supersport Champion and MotoAmerica Superbike race winner Bobby Fong;
2010 Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup Champion, 2014 AMA Pro Daytona SportBike Champion, 2015 MotoAmerica AMA/FIM North America Superstock 1000 Champion, and three-time MotoAmerica Superbike Champion Jake Gagne;
two-time MotoAmerica Supersport Champion and World Superbike podium finisher Garrett Gerloff;
2017 MotoAmerica Superstock 600 Championship runner-up Michael Gilbert;
2014 AMA Pro SuperSport Champion, 2023 MotoAmerica Stock 1000 Champion, and 2023 MotoAmerica King Of The Baggers Champion Hayden Gillim;
2002 AMA Superbike Champion and 2006 FIM MotoGP World Champion Nicky Hayden (R.I.P.);
2007 AMA Pro 600cc Supersport Champion, 2014 AMA Pro Superbike Championship runner-up, and 2017 MotoAmerica Superbike Championship runner-up Roger Hayden;
eight-time AMA Pro Superbike race winner and two-time AMA Supersport Champion Tommy Hayden;
2013 AMA Pro Superbike Champion, 2016 MotoAmerica Superstock 1000 Champion, 2022 MotoAmerica Supersport Champion, and three-time Daytona 200 winner Josh Herrin;
MotoAmerica Supersport front-runner Teagg Hobbs;
AMA Pro Superstock race winner Jake Holden;
2011 British Superbike Championship runner-up and former MotoGP and World Superbike regular John Hopkins;
2015 Supersport World Championship runner-up, 2019 MotoAmerica Supersport Championship runner-up, and MotoAmerica Superbike race winner Patrick “P.J.” Jacobsen;
2021 MotoAmerica Supersport Champion, Moto2 World Championship point scorer, and MotoAmerica Superbike racer Sean Dylan Kelly;
Canadian Superbike race winner Kevin Lacombe;
two-time MotoAmerica Junior Cup Champion, 2020 MotoAmerica Twins Cup Champion, 2022 MotoAmerica Supersport Championship runner-up Rocco Landers;
two-time MotoAmerica Stock 1000 Champion Andrew Lee;
2021 MotoAmerica Stock 1000 and Superbike Cup Champion Jake Lewis;
MotoAmerica Supersport race winner Sam Lochoff;
MotoAmerica Superstock 600 race winner Nick McFadden;
AMA Pro SuperSport race winner and MotoAmerica Supersport race winner Stefano Mesa;
Elena Myers, the first and only woman to win AMA Pro Supersport races;
AMA Pro XR1200 race winner, multi-time Loudon Classic winner, and three-time BRL Champion Shane Narbonne;
2012 Canadian Superbike Championship runner-up Andrew Nelson;
2016 MotoAmerica KTM RC Cup Champion, 2019 British Motostar (Moto3) Champion, MotoAmerica Supersport podium finisher, and two-time Daytona 200 winner Brandon Paasch;
2012 Daytona 200 winner and 2010 AMA Pro Supersport West Champion Joey Pascarella;
AMA Pro and Canadian National race winner and multi-time N2/WERA National Endurance Champion Chris Peris;
two-time AMA Pro SuperSport National Champion, British Supersport podium finisher, 2020 AFT Production Twins Champion, and 2023 MotoAmerica King Of The Baggers Championship runner-up James Rispoli;
2015 MotoAmerica Superstock 600 Champion, MotoAmerica Supersport race winner, and Moto2 World Championship race winner Joe Roberts;
2022 MotoAmerica Junior Cup Championship runner-up and 2023 MotoAmerica Twins Cup Championship runner-up Gus Rodio;
former Red Bull AMA U.S. Rookies Cup Champion and former FIM Moto2 European Championship competitor Benny Solis, Jr.;
three-time AMA Pro Superbike Champion, 2009 Superbike World Champion, MotoGP race winner, and AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Ben Spies;
multi-time AMA Pro race winner and four-time overall WERA National Endurance Champion Chris Ulrich;
MotoAmerica Supersport podium finisher and former World Superbike competitor Jayson Uribe;
2017 MotoAmerica KTM RC Cup Championship runner-up, 2018 MotoAmerica Junior Cup Championship runner-up, and MotoAmerica Supersport podium finisher Cory Ventura;
Canadian Superbike race winner Alex Welsh;
former AMA Pro Superbike Rookie of the Year, Chinese Superbike Championship race winner, MotoAmerica Supersport podium finisher, and MotoAmerica Super Hooligan race winner Cory West;
MotoAmerica Junior Cup and Superbike Cup race winner Ashton Yates;
and two-time AMA Pro Superbike Championship runner-up Blake Young.
Maverick Vinales made it a perfect weekend of pole position, new lap record and wins in the Sprint race and the Grand Prix race aboard his Aprilia RS-GP at the Circuit of The Americas. In doing so, Vinales became the first rider to win MotoGP Grand Prix races on three different makes of motorcycle – Suzuki, Yamaha and now Aprilia. Four-time 500cc World Champion Eddie Lawson won 500cc Grand Prix races with Honda, Yamaha and Cagiva, racking up 31 wins in 127 starts. Other riders who won with three manufacturers in premier-class Grand Prix racing include Mike Hailwood, Randy Mamola and Loris Capirossi.
Vinales said the team studied carefully the data on tire wear from Saturday’s sprint and came up with “two or three” turns where altering his approach allowed him to reduce his tire wear. Even a poor start, with an issue with the clutch and contact that left him back in 11th place at one point, didn’t prevent him from slicing through the field. Vinales now sits third in the points standings.
Maverick Vinales (12). Photo by Michael Gougis.
Pedro Acosta continued to stun, leading the Grand Prix race twice and only giving the lead up to Vinales after a fight. Acosta was the only front runner to go with a medium rear tire, a choice made after he slid down the order in the sprint after he made “a complete mess” of his tire management strategy. Jorge Martin led for six laps but faded at the end, ceding the final podium spot but clinging to the Championship lead.
Pedro Acosta (31) and Jorge Martin (89). Photo by Michael Gougis.
Enea Bastianini put in a strong ride at the track where his 2022 win put him on course for a promotion to the factory Ducati team. Plagued by injuries last year, Bastianini has been overshadowed this season by fellow Ducati riders Martin and Francesco Bagnaia, and his news conference demeanor was a mix of happiness and relief.
Enea Bastianini (23). Photo by Michael Gougis.
Sergio Garcia led the Moto2 race from lights to flag, with American Joe Roberts leaping into second after qualifying fifth and taking his second podium of the season. Roberts is riding a wave of confidence and enjoying the familiar environs of the American Racing Team.
Sergio Garcia (3) leapt into the lead of the Moto2 race and won over Joe Roberts (16) by 0.452 seconds. Photo by Michael Gougis.
David Alonso rode away from the field and took the Moto3 win by 5.163 seconds. It was the second win of the season for the CFMOTO rider. The excitement took place further down the field, where Ivan Ortola and Stefano Nepa collided and fell. Ortola ran over to Nepa’s machine – the bike he raced last season – and jumped on. Nepa had to chase Ortola down and pull him off his bike. Both continued, with Ortola crashing out and Nepa finishing 18th.
Maverick Vinales won the FIM MotoGP World Championship race, the Red Bull Grand Prix of The Americas, Sunday at Circuit of The Americas (COTA), in Austin, Texas.
Maverick Vinales (12). Photo by Michael Gougis.
Riding his factory Aprilia RS-GP, Vinales won the 20-lap race by 1.728 seconds over rookie sensation Pedro Acosta and his Red Bull Tech3 GASGAS.
Lenovo Ducati’s Enea Bastianini made a late-race pass to steal third from Jorge Martin, who finished fourth on his Prima Pramac Racing Ducati.
Bastianini’s teammate, two-time and defending MotoGP World Champion Francesco Bagnaia rounded out the top five finishers.
Spaniard Sergio Garcia won the FIM Moto2 World Championship race Sunday at Circuit of The Americas (COTA), in Austin, Texas.
Riding his MT Helmets – MSI Boscoscuro, Garcia won the 16-lap race by 0.492 second over American Joe Roberts and his OnlyFans American Racing Team Kalex.
Joe Roberts (16). Photo by Michael Gougis.
Fermin Aldeguer finished third, 3.2 seconds behind Garcia, on his Beta Tools SpeedUp Boscoscuro.
MRA President Bob Hasenhundl (center) coaching two students. Photo by Kelly Vernell, courtesy MRA.
A New Generation of Racers Take the Track at 2024 Race School
Byers, CO – The Motorcycle Roadracing Association (MRA) has concluded its 2024 Race School at High Plains Raceway. Blessed with clear skies and temperatures in the mid to high 70s, the weekend provided ideal conditions for both the educational classroom and the on-track sessions.
The classroom session was hosted by Fay Myers Motorcycle World with instruction kicking off on Friday, April 12th. This foundational instruction set the stage for the next day’s practical experience. On Saturday, 38 students tackled the 2.55-mile Full Course at High Plains Raceway, applying lessons learned from MRA New Rider Director, Dan Spurlock, with their coaches.
“Weather usually isn’t on our side this time of year,” said Spurlock. “We were so fortunate for the conditions and the organization is excited by the strong turnout. I think it’s going to be a great season for the new racers!”
The main focuses of the Race School were safety, predictability, and understanding the track layout to enhance racing lines. Students were specifically coached on corner entry and exit techniques, as well as using their vision effectively to optimize their drive out of corners.
Student, Josh Radcliffe, shared his newfound enthusiasm for racing stating, “I definitely have a new perception of racing after completing the school. It’s even more awesome than I thought it would be! The MRA did a great job putting together a safe environment to learn proper race craft and being better on a motorcycle on and off the track. After the class, I have a new take on what I need to be successful in racing and have a ton to work on.”
Ryan Damian, another student, highlighted a critical learning moment, “My biggest ah-ha moment was realizing that I can be just as fast and work half as hard. For instance, coming out of turn three, I always tried to slam down the back straight to make up time; now that I have a good exit I don’t have to break super hard for turn four and push my body harder than I should.”
To conclude the day’s training, students participated in a mock race, putting their new skills to the test. This final exercise served as a practical assessment of their abilities and a direct introduction to motorcycle racing, marking a successful end to the 2024 School.
Of the participants, 15 have committed to purchasing their racing licenses, indicating a strong influx of new talent into the MRA. The MRA will continue to support these new racers as they prepare for the start of the season, fostering the growth of motorcycle road racing in Colorado and beyond.
Looking ahead, the excitement continues with MRA Round 1 at High Plains Raceway, scheduled for May 11-12. For more information on how to get involved or to sign up for MRA events, visit MRA Racing.
The MRA thanks all participants, coaches, the safety crew, and Dan Spurlock for making this year’s Race School a resounding success. The MRA looks forward to an exciting racing season ahead.
Cameron Beaubier (6), as seen in 2023. Photo by Brian J. Nelson, courtesy Tytlers Cycle Racing.
Superbike, Supersport and Super Hooligans, Tytlers Cycle Racing are ready to race
Contesting three national championships, Tytlers Cycle Racing is ready for the 2024 MotoAmerica season to start at Road Atlanta this coming weekend.
Following on from a successful 2023, Tytlers Cycle Racing is delighted to welcome back Cameron Beaubier. The former multiple champion will once again take to the track aboard the latest BMW M1000 RR for the squad. He will be joined on the Superbike grid by former Supersport champion and Superbike race winner JD Beach who returns full time to the MotoAmerica paddock in 2024.
The squad also has its eyes firmly set on the Supersport prize and has once again put their faith in the talented Stefano Mesa who will compete aboard a ZX-6R Kawasaki.
Mesa, known for his ability to adapt to a variety of motorcycles, will also line up in the Super Hooligans series. As he did last year, he will campaign an electric Energica bike against a full grid of petrol-powered Super Hooligans. Ahead of the season opener, Tytlers Cycle Racing’s riders and technical team shared their thoughts.
Cameron Beaubier: “It has been a long off season for me, and I am ready to get 2024 rolling. I am grateful to be back with the Tytlers guys on our BMW’s and to build on last year. We have had a few positive tests in the last couple of months. JD and I have been buds since we were kids, so it will be cool to be teammates with him too.”
Dave Weaver – Crew Chief for Cameron Beaubier: “I’m eagerly anticipating the start of the 2024 superbike season with Tytlers Cycle Racing for the thrill of pushing my limits, the camaraderie among fellow riders, and the electrifying atmosphere of competitive racing. It’s about embracing the challenge, chasing victory, and creating unforgettable memories on the track. I know every race will be an exhilarating adventure worth savouring. I’m looking forward to getting this season underway. Cam has a year on the bike and has been feeling comfortable in off-season testing. JD is quickly adapting to the BMW and should be right there on the podium too.”
JD Beach: “I’m really excited going into the 2024 season. I’m thankful Tytlers have brought me into such a great program. Getting to do the last couple rounds in 2023 really lit a fire in me. I’ve got a great crew to work with and I’m excited to work with Scott Jensen again. Plus being teammates with a great friend like Cameron is awesome and I am looking forward to working with him and learning as much as I can.”
Scott Jensen – Crew Chief for JD Beach: “Coming into the 2024 season we have one of the strongest teams in the paddock and we are fully poised to exploit this to its maximum potential. I will be changing up riders for this season with the team bringing JD Beach into the Tytlers BMW Superbike program. Having history working with JD in 2012 and 2013 I am very excited and optimistic about what this season will bring! Our off-season testing proved fruitful, and we have some advancements on the motorcycles that should allow us to be more consistently at the front of the field. Bring on the races!”
Stefano Mesa – Supersport (Kawasaki) and Super Hooligans (Energica): “I’m pleased to be continuing into the 2024 season with Tytlers Cycle Racing in the Supersport class on the ZX-6R. We have put together a new team, but pre-season testing felt good, and we are looking forward to the fighting for the championship. There are a-lot of fast guys in the class again this year which should make for some great racing! We’re all excited to get on the gas at Atlanta! I must thank Michael, the whole Tytlers team, and my personal sponsors for helping to create this opportunity. Riding the Energica in Super Hooligans is a fun challenge, and I am excited to show what we can do their too.”
Derek Keyes – Crew Chief for Stefano Mesa: “I’m very excited to be working with Stefano and the Tytlers team this year. The competition is going to be tough in Supersport this year and I know Stefano is up for the challenge. Our pre-season testing was productive, fine tuning the ZX-6R and getting the team prepared for the season. We’ve got a solid package, and I cannot wait to go racing.”
Kensei Matsudaira (74). Photo by Benaisa Photography, courtesy evike.com.
Roadracing World started this exclusive special feature recognizing the most promising young road racers as an answer to pessimists who claimed America had no new, up-and-coming young racers. This edition of the Roadracing World Young Gun Awards marks the 28th consecutive year of showcasing an abundance of new talent.
Roadracing World Young Guns have won:
FIM MotoGP and FIM Superbike races and World Championships;
MotoAmerica and AMA Pro races and Championships, including 13 AMA Pro Superbike Championships;
A KTM RC Cup World Final race;
WERA National Endurance Championships and WERA National Challenge Championships;
ASRA/Formula USA Grand National and CCS National Championships;
AMA Road Racing Grand Championships and Horizon Awards;
USGPRU National Championships;
Many regional and local titles.
The competition has continually become more intense as more – and younger—racers with higher levels of accomplishment are nominated, and the level of achievement required to make the grade keeps getting tougher.
We’ve spent the last several months accepting nominations and evaluating road racers between the ages of 10 and 18 (as of the start of the 2024 season) who have, at a minimum, won Expert-level road races and/or Championships or had outstanding results as an Amateur/Novice. Most of the riders included here have done far more than the minimum.
The young riders recognized here are the most promising young road racers in North America. All have earned the title of Roadracing World Young Gun.
We will feature one Young Gun per day, presenting them in alphabetical order.
Current tuners/mechanics: JR Esteve, Juan Bellver.
Primary race series: RFME ESBK PreMoto3 Spanish National Championship.
Top sponsors: Evike.com, Iconic Motorbikes, HJC Helmets, Dave Designs, Bison Track, TJ Corse, Alpinestars, Almassera El Teular, California Superbike School, Moto Tecnica, Karen E. Ott Photography, MadLabs Minimoto, 73 Moto Parts, NLAB Graphics & Wraps, Bickle Racing, VNM Sport, Yoshimura R&D, D.I.D Chain, Galfer USA, Vortex, Suspension Matters, The Starting Grid, Mini Moto Alliance, Moto Survival School, Live 100 Moto.
Recent racing accomplishments: 2023 season, 11th in RFME ESBK Moto4 Spanish National Championship (1 podium, 3 total top-five finishes), was taken out while leading Race One and finished 4th while riding injured in Race Two in Yamaha bLU cRU R3 Cup event in Thailand, placed 8th overall in SGP4 at FIM Speedway World Cup; 2022 season, won MotoAmerica 190 Mini Cup Championship (4 wins, 8 total podiums in 8 races), placed 2nd in RFME Copa de Espana de MiniVelocidad Spanish National Championship (1 win 4 total podium finishes), placed 5th in Cuna De Campeones Moto5 Championship (1 win, 3 total podium finishes, led 5 of 6 races), won Youth 150cc AMA National Speedway Championship; 2021 season, won FIM MiniGP North America Championship, won MotoAmerica Mini Cup 110cc and 160cc Championships, won Mini 80 WERA West Sportsman Championship, raced in Cuna de Campeones MiniGP 110 Championship with a best race finish of 8th, placed 3rd in Youth 150 AMA Speedway Championship; 2020 season, won Mini 50 WERA West Sportsman Championship, won 65cc AMA Supermoto National Championship.
2024 racing goal: Race at the front in the RFME ESBK PreMoto3 Championship.
Racing career goal: Race in the World Championship.
Racing heroes: Daijiro Kato, Norick Abe, Nicky Hayden.
Favorite track: Jerez.
Favorite hobbies: Mountain biking, skiing/snowboarding, rock climbing/bouldering, air soft.
If I wasn’t racing I would be…: Compete in other sports like mountain biking, skiing, and rock climbing/bouldering.
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Some of the riders who have graduated from Young Guns and gone on to racing success in National or International series include:
2017 MotoAmerica Superstock 600 Champion Jason Aguilar (R.I.P.);
2013 AMA Pro SuperSport East Champion and 2022 MotoAmerica Stock 1000 Champion Corey Alexander;
AMA Pro Daytona SportBike race winner Tommy Aquino (R.I.P.);
2008 Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup Champion, two-time MotoAmerica Supersport Champion, and multi-time MotoAmerica Superbike race winner J.D. Beach;
five-time MotoAmerica Superbike Champion and Moto2 World Championship point scorer Cameron Beaubier;
MotoAmerica Twins Cup race winner Jackson Blackmon;
former Canadian Sport Bike Champion Tomas Casas;
three-time Canadian Sport Bike Champion and 2014 Canadian Superbike Champion Jodi Christie;
former AMA Pro SuperSport East Champion and MotoAmerica Superstock 1000 race winner Josh Day;
2011 Daytona 200 winner Jason DiSalvo;
2014 AMA Pro SuperSport Championship runner-up and current MotoAmerica team owner Dustin Dominguez;
2018 MotoAmerica Junior Cup Champion, 2019 MotoAmerica Twins Cup Champion, and 2021 Canadian Superbike Champion Alex Dumas;
four-time Pikes Peak International Hill Climb race winner and former motorcycle track record holder Carlin Dunne (R.I.P.);
Canadian Superbike race winner Bodhi Edie;
two-time AMA Pro Daytona SportBike Champion, two-time AMA Pro XR1200/Harley-Davidson Champion and four-time Daytona 200 winner Danny Eslick;
2019 MotoAmerica Supersport Champion and MotoAmerica Superbike race winner Bobby Fong;
2010 Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup Champion, 2014 AMA Pro Daytona SportBike Champion, 2015 MotoAmerica AMA/FIM North America Superstock 1000 Champion, and three-time MotoAmerica Superbike Champion Jake Gagne;
two-time MotoAmerica Supersport Champion and World Superbike podium finisher Garrett Gerloff;
2017 MotoAmerica Superstock 600 Championship runner-up Michael Gilbert;
2014 AMA Pro SuperSport Champion, 2023 MotoAmerica Stock 1000 Champion, and 2023 MotoAmerica King Of The Baggers Champion Hayden Gillim;
2002 AMA Superbike Champion and 2006 FIM MotoGP World Champion Nicky Hayden (R.I.P.);
2007 AMA Pro 600cc Supersport Champion, 2014 AMA Pro Superbike Championship runner-up, and 2017 MotoAmerica Superbike Championship runner-up Roger Hayden;
eight-time AMA Pro Superbike race winner and two-time AMA Supersport Champion Tommy Hayden;
2013 AMA Pro Superbike Champion, 2016 MotoAmerica Superstock 1000 Champion, 2022 MotoAmerica Supersport Champion, and three-time Daytona 200 winner Josh Herrin;
MotoAmerica Supersport front-runner Teagg Hobbs;
AMA Pro Superstock race winner Jake Holden;
2011 British Superbike Championship runner-up and former MotoGP and World Superbike regular John Hopkins;
2015 Supersport World Championship runner-up, 2019 MotoAmerica Supersport Championship runner-up, and MotoAmerica Superbike race winner Patrick “P.J.” Jacobsen;
2021 MotoAmerica Supersport Champion, Moto2 World Championship point scorer, and MotoAmerica Superbike racer Sean Dylan Kelly;
Canadian Superbike race winner Kevin Lacombe;
two-time MotoAmerica Junior Cup Champion, 2020 MotoAmerica Twins Cup Champion, 2022 MotoAmerica Supersport Championship runner-up Rocco Landers;
two-time MotoAmerica Stock 1000 Champion Andrew Lee;
2021 MotoAmerica Stock 1000 and Superbike Cup Champion Jake Lewis;
MotoAmerica Supersport race winner Sam Lochoff;
MotoAmerica Superstock 600 race winner Nick McFadden;
AMA Pro SuperSport race winner and MotoAmerica Supersport race winner Stefano Mesa;
Elena Myers, the first and only woman to win AMA Pro Supersport races;
AMA Pro XR1200 race winner, multi-time Loudon Classic winner, and three-time BRL Champion Shane Narbonne;
2012 Canadian Superbike Championship runner-up Andrew Nelson;
2016 MotoAmerica KTM RC Cup Champion, 2019 British Motostar (Moto3) Champion, MotoAmerica Supersport podium finisher, and two-time Daytona 200 winner Brandon Paasch;
2012 Daytona 200 winner and 2010 AMA Pro Supersport West Champion Joey Pascarella;
AMA Pro and Canadian National race winner and multi-time N2/WERA National Endurance Champion Chris Peris;
two-time AMA Pro SuperSport National Champion, British Supersport podium finisher, 2020 AFT Production Twins Champion, and 2023 MotoAmerica King Of The Baggers Championship runner-up James Rispoli;
2015 MotoAmerica Superstock 600 Champion, MotoAmerica Supersport race winner, and Moto2 World Championship race winner Joe Roberts;
2022 MotoAmerica Junior Cup Championship runner-up and 2023 MotoAmerica Twins Cup Championship runner-up Gus Rodio;
former Red Bull AMA U.S. Rookies Cup Champion and former FIM Moto2 European Championship competitor Benny Solis, Jr.;
three-time AMA Pro Superbike Champion, 2009 Superbike World Champion, MotoGP race winner, and AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Ben Spies;
multi-time AMA Pro race winner and four-time overall WERA National Endurance Champion Chris Ulrich;
MotoAmerica Supersport podium finisher and former World Superbike competitor Jayson Uribe;
2017 MotoAmerica KTM RC Cup Championship runner-up, 2018 MotoAmerica Junior Cup Championship runner-up, and MotoAmerica Supersport podium finisher Cory Ventura;
Canadian Superbike race winner Alex Welsh;
former AMA Pro Superbike Rookie of the Year, Chinese Superbike Championship race winner, MotoAmerica Supersport podium finisher, and MotoAmerica Super Hooligan race winner Cory West;
MotoAmerica Junior Cup and Superbike Cup race winner Ashton Yates;
and two-time AMA Pro Superbike Championship runner-up Blake Young.
A 2023-model MV Agusta F3 RR. Photo courtesy MV Agusta.
EQUITEA MV AGUSTA BY MP13 RACING WILL CAMPAIGN MV AGUSTA F3 800 RR IN MOTOAMERICA SUPERSPORT WITH ROBERTO TAMBURINI AND AIDEN SNEED
OCEANSIDE, Calif. (April 15, 2024) — Melissa Paris has never been one to back down from a challenge, and this MotoAmerica season will be no different for the former professional road racer and married mother of two young children. Through her team, MP13 Racing, Paris is stepping up from Junior Cup and Twins Cup to contest arguably the most competitive class in the 10-round championship: Supersport. And the Southern California native is doing so with support from a new manufacturer, MV Agusta, as well as a new title sponsor, Equitea.
A rendering of Roberto Tamburini’s Equitea MV Agusta by MP13 Racing F3 RR. Image courtesy MP13 Racing.
Equitea MV Agusta by MP13 Racing will campaign two MV Agusta F3 800 RRs prepared by MP13 Racing and ridden by Roberto Tamburini and Aiden Sneed. MV Agusta is one of eight manufacturers producing motorcycles homologated for the deeply talented and quickly expanding Supersport Next Generation class. The 12-valve, 798cc “Trepistoni” engine that powers the F3 800 RR is housed in a unique aluminized-steel tubular trellis frame mated to an aluminum alloy swingarm.
One of the most iconic names in motorcycling, MV Agusta recently was acquired by Pierer Mobility AG, which also owns KTM, Husqvarna, and GASGAS. “Racing is a fundamental part of MV Agusta’s heritage that lives in the brand’s present,” said Luca Dovesi, head of MV Agusta North America. “Every MV Agusta motorcycle is developed with performance in mind, and therefore taking official part in MotoAmerica is a natural step for the company in a crucial market like the U.S. I am personally excited and proud of this step, which represents a testament to the renewed strength that MV Agusta has gained thanks to the partnership with Pierer Mobility.”
Aiden Sneed. Photo courtesy MP13 Racing.
Another welcome addition to the MotoAmerica paddock, Equitea is a minority-owned business that produces organic, small-batch, cold-brewed adaptogenic teas blended for health and wellness. “Equitea is proud to partner with Melissa Paris and MP13 Racing,” said Quentin Vennie, co-founder and CEO of Equitea, available nationwide at Sprouts Farmers Markets. “Our functional teas, combined with MP13 Racing’s skill, determination, and stellar coaching, are a winning combination. We look forward to seeing everyone at the racetrack.”
Roberto Tamburini, 33, has experience in 125cc Grand Prix, World Supersport, WorldSBK, and the Endurance World Championship. “I am very motivated to face this season together and to ride an Italian bike—the MV Agusta F3 800 RR,” said Tamburini. “I will have to learn different things, such as the racetracks, a new bike with new tires, and get back on a 600 after many years spent on a 1000. For this reason, it might not be so simple, especially at the beginning, but I will try to bring my experience and speed to grow together step by step.”
Aiden Sneed returns to MP13 Racing for a second year after a strong showing in Junior Cup. The only rider in the class racing a 321cc twin, he finished 13th overall. The Texan will make his Supersport debut at Brainerd International Raceway, June 14-16, when he reaches his 16th birthday. In the meantime, Sneed will attend all races and test with the team. “I am absolutely thrilled to be competing in MotoAmerica Supersport on an MV Agusta,” said Sneed. “With the incredible support of MP13 Racing, I am confident this year will be nothing short of amazing.”
Another important piece of the MP13 Racing success story remains securely in place: Evan Steel, the owner of Tucson, Arizona-based Evan Steel Performance, who has enjoyed podium success with riders in both domestic and international competition, is returning to MP13 Racing for a third consecutive season to impart his special brand of two-wheel magic on the brace of F3 800 RRs. “Evan will manage our engine and electronics development,” said Paris. “Evan is my right-hand guy, and we are proud to have him as a part of our team.”
Equitea MV Agusta by MP13 Racing will kick off its 2024 MotoAmerica Supersport Championship challenge on April 19-21 at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta in Braselton, Georgia. Fans of the series who can’t attend in person can subscribe to MotoAmerica Live+ to watch every round of the MotoAmerica Championship. All the high-speed action is also available on Fox Sports FS1, MAVTV, ESPN Latin America, YouTube, MTRSPT1, and MotoAmericaTV. Check local listings for broadcast dates and times.
Ezra Beaubier and his new Aftercare Scheibe Racing BMW S 1000 RR Superbike. Photo courtesy Aftercare Scheibe Racing.
Ezra Beaubier Joins Aftercare Scheibe Racing For 2024 MotoAmerica Steel Commander Superbike Championship
Kingsford, MI – April 15, 2024 – Scheibe Racing is proud to announce that team title sponsor Aftercare is back for 2024. Also, former Stock 1000 multiple race winner Ezra Beaubier has joined Aftercare Scheibe Racing and will be aboard the team’s BMW S 1000 RR. Beaubier’s competition number has changed from 16 to 99, as the Californian makes his debut in MotoAmerica’s premier class. The announcements were made by Steve Scheibe, owner of Aftercare Scheibe Racing.
“We’re celebrating our 10th season of racing BMW motorcycles in the MotoAmerica series,” said Scheibe. “And it’s also my 18th year in Superbike racing. We’re very happy to continue our program with the long-term support of our sponsors, led by our title sponsor Aftercare. In addition, we’re excited to welcome Ezra Beaubier to our team. He is a terrific young rider whose talents on a literbike were definitely noticed this past year. Together, we expect to advance our program even further starting this weekend at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta.”
Beaubier notched three wins and five podiums aboard a BMW in Stock 1000 this past season, and he is highly motivated and ready to move up to the Steel Commander Superbike Championship this season.
“I am so thankful for the opportunity to ride for Steve Scheibe,” Ezra Beaubier said. “Steve and his crew are a very experienced team with several Superbike seasons on the BMW. This is a great bike and platform for me to gain experience on in the Superbike class.”
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The 2024 MotoAmerica Medallia Superbike Championship will get underway this weekend, April 19-21 at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta.
Kyle Wyman (33) leads Bobby Fong (50) and James Rispoli (43) at Circuit of The Americas. Photo by Brian J. Nelson, courtesy Harley-Davidson.
HARLEY-DAVIDSON FACTORY RACER KYLE WYMAN SETS A NEW TRACK RECORD AND WINS IN TEXAS TO HOLD KING OF THE BAGGERS POINTS LEAD
Rispoli Takes Third Podium in Four Races Aboard Factory Harley-Davidson Road Glide
MILWAUKEE – Harley-Davidson® Factory Racing rider Kyle Wyman made his mark at Circuit of the Americas with a dramatic win, a new class track record, and the MotoAmerica® Mission King of the Baggers points lead. Wyman, aboard his race-prepared 2024 Road Glide® motorcycle, finished the doubleheader race day with second and first place finishes. His Harley-Davidson® Factory Racing teammate, James Rispoli, is third in points after hard-fought fourth and third place finishes.
The MotoAmerica Mission King of the Baggers series appeared as part of the MotoGP™ Grand Prix of the Americas weekend on the challenging 3.4-mile, 20-turn Circuit of the Americas road course, adding a uniquely American flavor to the event and making many new fans.
Tyler O’Hara (29) leads Kyle Wyman (33), James Rispoli (43), and Hayden Gillim (1) during Race One at Circuit of The Americas. Photo by Brian J. Nelson, courtesy Harley-Davidson.
The first six-lap race saw Factory Indian rider and pole sitter, Tyler O’Hara, lead a breakaway pack of six bikes, including Wyman and Rispoli, for the first five laps. On the last lap of the race, Wyman made his move, passing O’Hara for the lead. Factory Indian rider Troy Herfoss came with him after fighting his way to the front from as far back as sixth place. Moments later Herfoss dove below Wyman heading into turn 15, forcing Wyman wide. Herfoss held on to cross the finish line 0.295 seconds ahead of Wyman with O’Hara third, Rispoli fourth, and RevZilla/Motul/Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson rider Hayden Gillim fifth, all separated by less than one second.
Later Saturday afternoon, the second six-lap Mission King of the Baggers race saw Herfoss and Wyman pass O’Hara on lap two and gradually open a gap over the second group of riders, led by Rispoli. Wyman stalked Herfoss until the last lap before making his move on the brakes going into turn 1. Wyman then laid down a near perfect lap, setting a new lap record for the class at 2:14.8 and a win by 0.677 seconds.
“I knew I had some pace on the Factory Harley-Davidson Road Glide and methodically moved my way forward,” said Wyman. “I’m so pumped to get this win for Harley-Davidson. It was a really great race, I’m looking forward to Road Atlanta.”
Kyle Wyman (33). Photo by Brian J. Nelson, courtesy Harley-Davidson.
Rispoli enjoyed another successful weekend on the Factory Harley-Davidson team with his third podium finish in four races.
“I am so stoked to be on the podium again,” said Rispoli after race two. “There were so many people battling for position, and it was so much work. I tried everything to hang on to third place for my guys who worked so hard this weekend. It’s such a confidence boost for me.”
After four of 18 rounds in the 2024 MotoAmerica Mission King of the Baggers series, Wyman leads the championship with 95 points. Herfoss is second with 85 points, followed by Rispoli with 61 points, O’Hara with 46 points, and Gillim with 45 points.
Harley-Davidson® Factory Racing returns to action April 19-21 at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta in Braselton, Ga. during the MotoAmerica Superbikes at Road Atlanta event.
The Mission King of the Baggers series features race-prepared American V-Twin touring motorcycles. Harley-Davidson® Factory Racing Road Glide® motorcycles are powered by modified Screamin’ Eagle® Milwaukee-Eight® 131 Performance Crate Engines. The team bikes also feature upgraded suspension components, including Screamin’ Eagle/Öhlins Remote Reservoir Rear Shocks, plus competition exhaust, race tires and lightweight bodywork.
Harley-Davidson® Factory Racing is sponsored by Mission® Foods, Rockford Fosgate®, Brembo®, Öhlins®, Protolabs®, SYN3® lubricants, and Screamin’ Eagle® Performance Parts and Accessories.
MotoAmerica King of the Baggers Race Results – Circuit of the Americas Race 1
Troy Herfoss (Ind) S&S/Indian Motorcycle
Kyle Wyman (H-D) Harley-Davidson Factory Racing
Tyler O’Hara (Ind) S&S/Indian Motorcycle
James Rispoli (H-D) Harley-Davidson Factory Racing
More, from a press release issued by Indian Motorcycle:
Indian Motorcycle Factory Rider Troy Herfoss Secures First-Career King of the Baggers Victory
Three-Time Australian Superbike Champion Troy Herfoss Takes First & Second at Circuit of The Americas Alongside MotoGP
Troy Herfoss (17) leads James Rispoli, and Hayden Gillim (1) at COTA. Photo courtesy Indian Motorcycle.
MINNEAPOLIS, MN. (April 15, 2024) – In what proved to be an exciting weekend at Circuit of The Americas (COTA) during MotoGP, Indian Motorcycle factory rider, and three-time Australian Superbike Champion, Troy Herfoss secured his first-career King Of The Baggers (KOTB) class win aboard the S&S Indian Challenger. In his first season racing baggers, Herfoss has proved to be a fierce competitor for the series championship, sitting second overall through four races.
Starting the weekend off hot, Herfoss won the Mission Foods Challenge and its $5,000 prize. After two qualifying sessions, Herfoss earned a front row starting position for Race 1. Despite starting third on the grid, Herfoss found himself mid pack early in the race. Having never raced at COTA and learning the track by playing a video game, Herfoss put on a master class, as he maneuvered his way to the front of the pack and into a three-way battle heading into the final lap. Ultimately, it was Herfoss taking the win by .295 of a second. Herfoss was joined on the podium by fellow Indian Motorcycle factory rider and 2022 KOTB Champion Tyler O’Hara, who captured his first podium of the 2024 season.
“It’s an honor to be standing here today and get my first win at COTA during MotoGP,” said Herfoss. “It’s early in the season, and I’m getting more and more seat time aboard the S&S Indian Challenger. It’s an incredible motorcycle – fast and smooth, but at 620-pounds, it’s like nothing I have ever raced before. With each lap and every race, I learn something new and gain even more confidence.”
Troy Herfoss (17). Photo courtesy Indian Motorcycle.
While it’s Herfoss’ first move into bagger racing, his S&S Indian Challenger and S&S factory team are no strangers to the competition – having won the 2020 inaugural race and 2022 championship title with O’Hara piloting. Herfoss’ skills, paired with O’Hara’s experience, S&S’ engineering, and the Indian Challenger’s performance, make him a legitimate competitor for the 2024 title.
To start his KOTB career, Herfoss has never missed a podium, adding three second place finishes and to his one win. Herfoss is firmly planted second overall, 10 points behind the lead and 24 points ahead of third.
MotoAmerica’s Mission King Of The Baggers season continues at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta April 19-21.
The S&S Indian Challenger race team is sponsored by S&S, Progressive, Mission Foods, Drag Specialties, Parts Unlimited, and Performance Finance.
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Trenton Keesee (31). Photo by Raul Jerez/HighsidePhoto.com.
Roadracing World started this exclusive special feature recognizing the most promising young road racers as an answer to pessimists who claimed America had no new, up-and-coming young racers. This edition of the Roadracing World Young Gun Awards marks the 28th consecutive year of showcasing an abundance of new talent.
Roadracing World Young Guns have won:
FIM MotoGP and FIM Superbike races and World Championships;
MotoAmerica and AMA Pro races and Championships, including 13 AMA Pro Superbike Championships;
A KTM RC Cup World Final race;
WERA National Endurance Championships and WERA National Challenge Championships;
ASRA/Formula USA Grand National and CCS National Championships;
AMA Road Racing Grand Championships and Horizon Awards;
USGPRU National Championships;
Many regional and local titles.
The competition has continually become more intense as more – and younger—racers with higher levels of accomplishment are nominated, and the level of achievement required to make the grade keeps getting tougher.
We’ve spent the last several months accepting nominations and evaluating road racers between the ages of 10 and 18 (as of the start of the 2024 season) who have, at a minimum, won Expert-level road races and/or Championships or had outstanding results as an Amateur/Novice. Most of the riders included here have done far more than the minimum.
The young riders recognized here are the most promising young road racers in North America. All have earned the title of Roadracing World Young Gun.
We will feature one Young Gun per day, presenting them in alphabetical order.
Current school grade level: 11th grade + college classes.
Began riding at age: 2.5 years.
First road race: 2022, Homestead, Florida, CCS, 2nd place in all three races entered.
Current racebike: Kawasaki Ninja 400.
Current tuners/mechanics: Todd Keesee (father), Brevard Superbike.
Primary race series: MotoAmerica Junior Cup.
Top sponsors: Brevard Superbike, Florida Native Roofing, Long Doggers, Dunlop, M4 Exhaust, EBC Brakes, RK Chain, Arai Americas, Mark Tenn Motorsports, Jerry Pellegrino, Spears Racing, Pit Viper, Global Racing Oil, Street & Competition, Core Moto.
Recent racing accomplishments: 2023 season, AMA Nicky Hayden Road Race Horizon Award winner, won ASRA 400 Expert National Championship, won ASRA 400 GP National Championship (6 wins, 12 podiums with ASRA), 5 race wins in PanAmerican Superbike Series; 2022 season, won 3 CCS National Championships (300 Supersport, 300 Superbike, 300 GP), 17 wins and 27 podium finishes with CCS.
2024 racing goal: Consistently finish in the top 5 in MotoAmerica Junior Cup.
Career racing goal: To race in FIM Superbike World Championship.
Racing hero: Nicky Hayden.
Favorite track: Road Atlanta.
Favorite hobby: Working out/personal fitness.
If I wasn’t racing I would be…: Figuring out how to go racing.
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Some of the riders who have graduated from Young Guns and gone on to racing success in National or International series include:
2017 MotoAmerica Superstock 600 Champion Jason Aguilar (R.I.P.);
2013 AMA Pro SuperSport East Champion and 2022 MotoAmerica Stock 1000 Champion Corey Alexander;
AMA Pro Daytona SportBike race winner Tommy Aquino (R.I.P.);
2008 Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup Champion, two-time MotoAmerica Supersport Champion, and multi-time MotoAmerica Superbike race winner J.D. Beach;
five-time MotoAmerica Superbike Champion and Moto2 World Championship point scorer Cameron Beaubier;
MotoAmerica Twins Cup race winner Jackson Blackmon;
former Canadian Sport Bike Champion Tomas Casas;
three-time Canadian Sport Bike Champion and 2014 Canadian Superbike Champion Jodi Christie;
former AMA Pro SuperSport East Champion and MotoAmerica Superstock 1000 race winner Josh Day;
2011 Daytona 200 winner Jason DiSalvo;
2014 AMA Pro SuperSport Championship runner-up and current MotoAmerica team owner Dustin Dominguez;
2018 MotoAmerica Junior Cup Champion, 2019 MotoAmerica Twins Cup Champion, and 2021 Canadian Superbike Champion Alex Dumas;
four-time Pikes Peak International Hill Climb race winner and former motorcycle track record holder Carlin Dunne (R.I.P.);
Canadian Superbike race winner Bodhi Edie;
two-time AMA Pro Daytona SportBike Champion, two-time AMA Pro XR1200/Harley-Davidson Champion and four-time Daytona 200 winner Danny Eslick;
2019 MotoAmerica Supersport Champion and MotoAmerica Superbike race winner Bobby Fong;
2010 Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup Champion, 2014 AMA Pro Daytona SportBike Champion, 2015 MotoAmerica AMA/FIM North America Superstock 1000 Champion, and three-time MotoAmerica Superbike Champion Jake Gagne;
two-time MotoAmerica Supersport Champion and World Superbike podium finisher Garrett Gerloff;
2017 MotoAmerica Superstock 600 Championship runner-up Michael Gilbert;
2014 AMA Pro SuperSport Champion, 2023 MotoAmerica Stock 1000 Champion, and 2023 MotoAmerica King Of The Baggers Champion Hayden Gillim;
2002 AMA Superbike Champion and 2006 FIM MotoGP World Champion Nicky Hayden (R.I.P.);
2007 AMA Pro 600cc Supersport Champion, 2014 AMA Pro Superbike Championship runner-up, and 2017 MotoAmerica Superbike Championship runner-up Roger Hayden;
eight-time AMA Pro Superbike race winner and two-time AMA Supersport Champion Tommy Hayden;
2013 AMA Pro Superbike Champion, 2016 MotoAmerica Superstock 1000 Champion, 2022 MotoAmerica Supersport Champion, and three-time Daytona 200 winner Josh Herrin;
MotoAmerica Supersport front-runner Teagg Hobbs;
AMA Pro Superstock race winner Jake Holden;
2011 British Superbike Championship runner-up and former MotoGP and World Superbike regular John Hopkins;
2015 Supersport World Championship runner-up, 2019 MotoAmerica Supersport Championship runner-up, and MotoAmerica Superbike race winner Patrick “P.J.” Jacobsen;
2021 MotoAmerica Supersport Champion, Moto2 World Championship point scorer, and MotoAmerica Superbike racer Sean Dylan Kelly;
Canadian Superbike race winner Kevin Lacombe;
two-time MotoAmerica Junior Cup Champion, 2020 MotoAmerica Twins Cup Champion, 2022 MotoAmerica Supersport Championship runner-up Rocco Landers;
two-time MotoAmerica Stock 1000 Champion Andrew Lee;
2021 MotoAmerica Stock 1000 and Superbike Cup Champion Jake Lewis;
MotoAmerica Supersport race winner Sam Lochoff;
MotoAmerica Superstock 600 race winner Nick McFadden;
AMA Pro SuperSport race winner and MotoAmerica Supersport race winner Stefano Mesa;
Elena Myers, the first and only woman to win AMA Pro Supersport races;
AMA Pro XR1200 race winner, multi-time Loudon Classic winner, and three-time BRL Champion Shane Narbonne;
2012 Canadian Superbike Championship runner-up Andrew Nelson;
2016 MotoAmerica KTM RC Cup Champion, 2019 British Motostar (Moto3) Champion, MotoAmerica Supersport podium finisher, and two-time Daytona 200 winner Brandon Paasch;
2012 Daytona 200 winner and 2010 AMA Pro Supersport West Champion Joey Pascarella;
AMA Pro and Canadian National race winner and multi-time N2/WERA National Endurance Champion Chris Peris;
two-time AMA Pro SuperSport National Champion, British Supersport podium finisher, 2020 AFT Production Twins Champion, and 2023 MotoAmerica King Of The Baggers Championship runner-up James Rispoli;
2015 MotoAmerica Superstock 600 Champion, MotoAmerica Supersport race winner, and Moto2 World Championship race winner Joe Roberts;
2022 MotoAmerica Junior Cup Championship runner-up and 2023 MotoAmerica Twins Cup Championship runner-up Gus Rodio;
former Red Bull AMA U.S. Rookies Cup Champion and former FIM Moto2 European Championship competitor Benny Solis, Jr.;
three-time AMA Pro Superbike Champion, 2009 Superbike World Champion, MotoGP race winner, and AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Ben Spies;
multi-time AMA Pro race winner and four-time overall WERA National Endurance Champion Chris Ulrich;
MotoAmerica Supersport podium finisher and former World Superbike competitor Jayson Uribe;
2017 MotoAmerica KTM RC Cup Championship runner-up, 2018 MotoAmerica Junior Cup Championship runner-up, and MotoAmerica Supersport podium finisher Cory Ventura;
Canadian Superbike race winner Alex Welsh;
former AMA Pro Superbike Rookie of the Year, Chinese Superbike Championship race winner, MotoAmerica Supersport podium finisher, and MotoAmerica Super Hooligan race winner Cory West;
MotoAmerica Junior Cup and Superbike Cup race winner Ashton Yates;
and two-time AMA Pro Superbike Championship runner-up Blake Young.
Start of the MotoGP Grand Prix race on Sunday at Circuit of The Americas. Photo by Michael Gougis.
Maverick Vinales made it a perfect weekend of pole position, new lap record and wins in the Sprint race and the Grand Prix race aboard his Aprilia RS-GP at the Circuit of The Americas. In doing so, Vinales became the first rider to win MotoGP Grand Prix races on three different makes of motorcycle – Suzuki, Yamaha and now Aprilia. Four-time 500cc World Champion Eddie Lawson won 500cc Grand Prix races with Honda, Yamaha and Cagiva, racking up 31 wins in 127 starts. Other riders who won with three manufacturers in premier-class Grand Prix racing include Mike Hailwood, Randy Mamola and Loris Capirossi.
Vinales said the team studied carefully the data on tire wear from Saturday’s sprint and came up with “two or three” turns where altering his approach allowed him to reduce his tire wear. Even a poor start, with an issue with the clutch and contact that left him back in 11th place at one point, didn’t prevent him from slicing through the field. Vinales now sits third in the points standings.
Maverick Vinales (12). Photo by Michael Gougis.
Pedro Acosta continued to stun, leading the Grand Prix race twice and only giving the lead up to Vinales after a fight. Acosta was the only front runner to go with a medium rear tire, a choice made after he slid down the order in the sprint after he made “a complete mess” of his tire management strategy. Jorge Martin led for six laps but faded at the end, ceding the final podium spot but clinging to the Championship lead.
Pedro Acosta (31) and Jorge Martin (89). Photo by Michael Gougis.
Enea Bastianini put in a strong ride at the track where his 2022 win put him on course for a promotion to the factory Ducati team. Plagued by injuries last year, Bastianini has been overshadowed this season by fellow Ducati riders Martin and Francesco Bagnaia, and his news conference demeanor was a mix of happiness and relief.
Enea Bastianini (23). Photo by Michael Gougis.
Sergio Garcia led the Moto2 race from lights to flag, with American Joe Roberts leaping into second after qualifying fifth and taking his second podium of the season. Roberts is riding a wave of confidence and enjoying the familiar environs of the American Racing Team.
Sergio Garcia (3) leapt into the lead of the Moto2 race and won over Joe Roberts (16) by 0.452 seconds. Photo by Michael Gougis.
David Alonso rode away from the field and took the Moto3 win by 5.163 seconds. It was the second win of the season for the CFMOTO rider. The excitement took place further down the field, where Ivan Ortola and Stefano Nepa collided and fell. Ortola ran over to Nepa’s machine – the bike he raced last season – and jumped on. Nepa had to chase Ortola down and pull him off his bike. Both continued, with Ortola crashing out and Nepa finishing 18th.
Maverick Vinales won the FIM MotoGP World Championship race, the Red Bull Grand Prix of The Americas, Sunday at Circuit of The Americas (COTA), in Austin, Texas.
Maverick Vinales (12). Photo by Michael Gougis.
Riding his factory Aprilia RS-GP, Vinales won the 20-lap race by 1.728 seconds over rookie sensation Pedro Acosta and his Red Bull Tech3 GASGAS.
Lenovo Ducati’s Enea Bastianini made a late-race pass to steal third from Jorge Martin, who finished fourth on his Prima Pramac Racing Ducati.
Bastianini’s teammate, two-time and defending MotoGP World Champion Francesco Bagnaia rounded out the top five finishers.
Spaniard Sergio Garcia won the FIM Moto2 World Championship race Sunday at Circuit of The Americas (COTA), in Austin, Texas.
Riding his MT Helmets – MSI Boscoscuro, Garcia won the 16-lap race by 0.492 second over American Joe Roberts and his OnlyFans American Racing Team Kalex.
Joe Roberts (16). Photo by Michael Gougis.
Fermin Aldeguer finished third, 3.2 seconds behind Garcia, on his Beta Tools SpeedUp Boscoscuro.
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Font adjustments – users, can increase and decrease its size, change its family (type), adjust the spacing, alignment, line height, and more.
Color adjustments – users can select various color contrast profiles such as light, dark, inverted, and monochrome. Additionally, users can swap color schemes of titles, texts, and backgrounds, with over seven different coloring options.
Animations – person with epilepsy can stop all running animations with the click of a button. Animations controlled by the interface include videos, GIFs, and CSS flashing transitions.
Content highlighting – users can choose to emphasize important elements such as links and titles. They can also choose to highlight focused or hovered elements only.
Audio muting – users with hearing devices may experience headaches or other issues due to automatic audio playing. This option lets users mute the entire website instantly.
Cognitive disorders – we utilize a search engine that is linked to Wikipedia and Wiktionary, allowing people with cognitive disorders to decipher meanings of phrases, initials, slang, and others.
Additional functions – we provide users the option to change cursor color and size, use a printing mode, enable a virtual keyboard, and many other functions.
Browser and assistive technology compatibility
We aim to support the widest array of browsers and assistive technologies as possible, so our users can choose the best fitting tools for them, with as few limitations as possible. Therefore, we have worked very hard to be able to support all major systems that comprise over 95% of the user market share including Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Apple Safari, Opera and Microsoft Edge, JAWS and NVDA (screen readers).
Notes, comments, and feedback
Despite our very best efforts to allow anybody to adjust the website to their needs. There may still be pages or sections that are not fully accessible, are in the process of becoming accessible, or are lacking an adequate technological solution to make them accessible. Still, we are continually improving our accessibility, adding, updating and improving its options and features, and developing and adopting new technologies. All this is meant to reach the optimal level of accessibility, following technological advancements. For any assistance, please reach out to
