Bennetts BSB contenders kick off 2023 with Easter hunt for Silverstone glory
The Bennetts British Superbike Championship launches back into action at Silverstone this Easter weekend (April 7/8/9). The hunt for title glory in Britain’s biggest motorsport series begins with three races at the start of an 11-round season with 28 contenders lining up on the grid.
The battle begins with the Bennetts BikeSocial Sprint Race on Saturday, which will offer the first indication of this year’s running order. This will be followed by two feature races on Sunday, so all of the contenders will have plenty of opportunity to showcase their championship potential.
Two previous Champions will feature on the grid, including double title-winner Josh Brookes who will line-up with FHO BMW Motorrad for the first time. Leon Haslam, who conquered the series back in 2018, is back in action too following the late confirmation that he would compete for the new ROKiT BMW Motorrad Team.
They won’t be the only riders with established title credentials appearing, with no fewer than four Support Class Champions stepping up to the Superbike grid – the most in the series history. Quattro Group British Supersport and GP2 Champions Jack Kennedy and Jack Scott are the first of these, racing for Mar-Train Yamaha and Rapid CDH Racing Kawasaki respectively.
Pirelli National Superstock Champion Davey Todd is set for his first full season in the premier class as the Milenco by Padgetts Motorcycles Honda team returns to the Superbike category.
Meanwhile Max Cook, the reigning Pirelli Junior Superstock Champion, joins Lee Jackson at Cheshire Mouldings Kawasaki.
The line-up will feature 12 Superbike race winners from the first round, each of whom will be aiming to add more silverware this weekend. These include last year’s title runner-up Glenn Irwin and Tommy Bridewell, who finished third, with the duo pairing up at BeerMonster Ducati for another title tilt.
There is familiarity in the McAMS Yamaha team as Jason O’Halloran returns, the Australian joined by rookie Tim Neave. Whilst at Honda Racing UK, Andrew Irwin returns to the team with which he’s previously enjoyed success alongside past Superstock Champion Tom Neave.
Reigning Champions LAMI OMG Racing Yamaha will be determined to defend the title as Kyle Ryde bids to emulate Bradley Ray’s success in 2022. Ryan Vickers, who is also a previous Junior Superstock Champion, joins Ryde in the team as he strives for strong results with Yamaha.
Christian Iddon is back with Ducati following his switch to the Oxford Products Racing Ducati team and former MotoGP rider Héctor Barberá returns to Bennetts BSB after joining TAG Racing Honda.
This season also sees the rise of the rookies into Bennetts BSB with six riders debuting, including Todd, Cook, Scott, Tim Neave and Lee Hardy Racing Kawasaki’s Bradley Perie after his success in the Supersport series. Charlie Nesbitt completes the rookie line up as he joins the new-look MasterMac Honda by Hawk Racing team.
Josh Owens is also in a new look team for 2023 on the opposite side of the Hawk Racing garage, running under the Crendon Honda by Hawk Racing banner. Storm Stacey will be another to star in a new livery onboard the Starline Racing Kawasaki.
The Lovell Kent Racing Honda team will make its first race appearance since joining Bennetts BSB over the winter as previous Moto3 World Champion Danny Kent aims to add to his previous podium visit.
Honda’s presence in this year’s field may have expanded, but the BMW representation is strong too. Peter Hickman joins Brookes on the second FHO Racing BMW Motorrad M 1000 RR, whilst SYNETIQ BMW retain race winner Danny Buchan for the new season. Luke Mossey also is back with BMW power, returning with the Tactix by Lloyd & Jones BMW team.
Back for more in 2023 is roads ace Dean Harrison on the DAO Racing Kawasaki, with the Team Green line-up also including Liam Delves on the second Rapid CDH Racing Kawasaki and Luke Hopkins on the NP Motorcycles Kawasaki.
For more information visit www.britishsuperbike.com
Suzuki is introducing its new GSX-8S Parallel-Twin naked sportbike (a.k.a. performance standard) to the world motorcycling press this week in Antibes, France. Editor at Large Michael Gougis is attending the event on behalf of Roadracing World & Motorcycle Technology magazine and offered the preview video below.
Look for a full report from the introduction of the 2023 Suzuki GSX-8S in an upcoming issue of Roadracing World & Motorcycle Technology magazine.
Roadracing World started this exclusive special feature recognizing the most promising young road racers as an answer to pessimists who claimed North America had no new, up-and-coming young racers. This edition of the Roadracing World Young Gun Awards marks the 27th consecutive year of showcasing what is actually 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 12 MotoAmerica/AMA Pro Superbike Championships;
A KTM RC Cup World Final race;
The Daytona 200 (12 times);
WERA National Endurance Championships and WERA National Challenge Championships;
ASRA/Formula USA Grand National and CCS National Championships;
USGPRU National Championships;
Many regional and local titles.
The competition has continually become more intense as more — and younger — racers with higher levels of accomplishments 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 2023 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.
Recent racing accomplishments: 2022 season, placed 28th in European Talent Cup Championship (best race finish was 13th); 2021 season, youngest full-time rider in European Talent Cup, best race finish was 28th at Valencia; 2020 season, placed 4th in Cuna de Campeones Moto5 Championship in Spain (1 win, 2 total podiums); 2019 season, placed 4th in Spanish Cuna de Campeones MiniGP 110 Championship (2 podium finishes).
2022 racing goal: Finish in the top 5 in the FIM CEV European Talent Cup.
Racing career goal: Make it to MotoGP.
Racing hero: Nicky Hayden.
Favorite track: Jerez.
Favorite hobby: Going to the gym.
If I wasn’t racing I would be…: A professional football or basketball player.
Some of the riders who have graduated from Roadracing World 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 AFT SuperTwins race winner J.D. Beach;
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 two-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, 2018 MotoAmerica Supersport Championship runner-up, and 2022 MotoAmerica Stock 1000 Championship runner-up 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 two-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 podium finisher Patrick “P.J.” Jacobsen;
2021 MotoAmerica Supersport Champion and current Moto2 World Championship competitor Sean Dylan Kelly;
Canadian Superbike race winner Kevin Lacombe;
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 two-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;
2016 MotoAmerica Superstock 600 Champion, MotoAmerica Supersport podium finisher, and current powersports dealership owner Bryce Prince;
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 MotoAmerica King Of The Baggers race winner James Rispoli;
2015 MotoAmerica Superstock 600 Champion, MotoAmerica Supersport race winner, and Moto2 World Championship race winner Joe Roberts;
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 and MotoAmerica Supersport podium finisher Cory West;
MotoAmerica Junior Cup and Superbike Cup race winner Ashton Yates;
and two-time AMA Pro Superbike Championship runner-up Blake Young.
FUELL Flluid-2 & Flluid-3: World’s Longest Range E-bikes
Erik Buell, the legendary ex-Engineer of the Harley Davidson, FUELL co-founder and CTO, is taking another step towards making e-bikes a true car replacement with FUELL Flluid-2 & Flluid-3 – the world’s longest range E-bikes.
Powered by VALEO’s all-new Cyclee mid-drive motor, with an integrated automatic gearbox and predictive shifting, Flluid will ensure the experience of freedom and power like never before.
FUELL Flluid has brought to fruition an e-bike line that caters to the needs of EV enthusiasts, individuals who seek modern e-mobility solutions, as well as premium urban commuters grappling with traffic and long commutes. These bikes offer a unique blend of exceptional performance, comfort, and style, enabling riders to embark on long-distance journeys without any compromise.
The Longest Range e-Bikes in the World
Flluid-2 is the ultra-long-range powerhouse with 2 removable battery packs for a total of 2kWh of power, doubling down on the first-generation Flluid, and enables an impressive range of up to 225 mi (350km) on a single charge. Flluid-3 is the step-through option with a single 1kwh battery and a still remarkable 110 mi (180km) range.
A FUELL Flluid-2. Photo courtesy FUELL.
Seamless gear shifts
No more bothering with manual gear changes and limited power on steep hills! Powered by Valeo’s all-new 750W / 130 Nm mid-drive motor, the integrated automatic gearbox (450% ratio) gives you smooth power no matter how challenging the terrain is. The smart algorithms adjust assistance, cranking frequency and pace, so that you get exactly the type of ride you need. Prefer shifting manually? No problem — with Flluid-2 & Flluid-3, you choose how you ride!
Premium Design
Stand out from the crowd and make a statement with the sleek and modern design of Flluid-2 & Flluid-3. From their strong aluminum frames to clutter-free components — these e-bikes are geometrically optimized to provide stable, confident, yet incredibly nimble steering and handling. Moreover, their size is the perfect fit for riders between 5’1” to 6’5” (1.55m to 1.95m).
Push the Throttle and Enjoy the Ride
With throttle-assist technology up to 20mph (32kmh), you can let go and experience a new level of freedom. Press down on the throttle and allow yourself to enjoy life without having to worry about pedaling. (For EU versions: throttle assist will be limited to 6 km/h due to legal limitations.).
A FUELL Flluid-3. Photo courtesy FUELL.
Carefully Selected Components
Quality components make up the heart of the Flluid-2 and Flluid-3 e-bikes. Equipped with Tektro hydraulic disc brakes for reliable stopping power, a Gates Carbon belt drive that won’t need maintenance or lubrication, and a lightweight and durable aluminum alloy frame — these e-bikes offer an unforgettable riding experience.
Total Control, Wherever You Are, Thanks to the FUELL Rider App
Be in full control over your e-bike and ensure it’s safe and sound, even when you’re away — thanks to the embedded connectivity system located hidden inside the frame. Use the FUELL Rider smartphone app to locate and remotely lock/unlock your e-bike, be warned about unusual movements, access data and statistics about usage, and more.
Choose Your Ride
With Flluid-2 you get an ultra-long range e-bike with an unprecedented range of 225mi (350km), while the Flluid-3 offers a long range of 110mi (180km) and a step-through frame. Equally robust, the Flluid-2 and Flluid-3 are each available in two versions: Flluid-2 and Flluid-3 with a max speed of 20mph (25km/h in the EU), and Flluid-2S and Flluid-3S with a max speed of 28mph (45km/h in the EU).
Specification
Motor
Motor Nominal
Output
Torque
Speed max
Throttle
Range
Battery Type
Battery Capacity
Battery Voltage
Battery Charger
Recharge
Time Home
Frame Material
Rider Size
Flluid 2
Mid-Drive VALEO
750W (US)
250W/1000W (EU)
130Nm
Fluid 2: 20mph (US) / 25kmh (EU)
Fluid 2S: 28mph (US) / 45kmh (EU)
Yes
Up to 225 miles / 350 kms
2 Removable Batteries
2000 Wh
51.8V
3 Amp Fast Charger
80% Charge in 4 hrs,
100% in 6 hrs
Aluminum Alloy
1m55 to 1m95
5’1″ to 6’5″
Flluid 3
Mid-Drive VALEO
750W (US)
250W/1000W (EU)
130Nm
Fluid 3: 20mph (US) / 25kmh (EU)
Flluid 3S: 28mph (US) / 45kmh (EU)
Yes
Up to 110 miles / 180 kms
1 Removable Battery
1000 Wh
51.8V
3 Amp Fast Charger
80% Charge in 4 hrs,
100% in 6 hrs
Aluminum Alloy
1m55 to 1m95
5’1″ to 6’5″
The Brainchild of Two-Wheeled Vehicles Legend
Erik Buell
Engineered by the FUELL team under the guidance of legendary Erik Buell, a founder, former Chairman, and CTO of the Buell Motorcycle Company Buell has created some of the most innovative and usable motorcycles. With the first-generation FUELL Flluid, he proved equally capable in creating an e-bike that exceeds expectations. His unparalleled expertise in two-wheeler engineering allows for the Flluid range to shine in the saturated world of e-bikes.
“The creation of the FUELL Flluid-2 & Flluid-3 e-bikes was a complex and demanding journey that took many years of research and development. We faced a lot of challenges on our way such as creating e-bikes that comfortably fit customers from 5’ tall all the way to 6’4” tall, packing 2,000 Wh of battery into the frame without getting it too massive, providing a “just right” balance of agility and confident handling to the riding experience, etc. I am proud to announce that we have successfully overcome all these challenges, developing e-bikes that meet the needs of today’s urban commuters,” says Erik Buell, CTO and co-founder of FUELL.
“Many e-bike customers are coming from driving a car or motorcycle and are not current bicyclists. This customer is looking for an e-bike that is simple and easy to use as their motor vehicle with a similar range.
The Flluid-2 and Flluid-3 were designed to fulfil this desire. The combination of Valeo Cyclee’s internal gear box with automatic shifting, the Gates Carbon Drive belt, huge battery capacity and internal cable routing deliver this. They do not need to worry about shifting or being in the right gear to pull away from a stop. No need to lubricate or service a chain and derailleur, and no worry about getting dirt or grease from the chain on their cloths. Enough battery range is not a concern, and a throttle to get them up a big hill or complete a ride for that occasion they need a little additional help. An e-bike the rider gets on and just rides.” adds F-X Terny, CEO and co-founder of FUELL.
Availability
You save a whopping 30% when placing a purchase now on IndieGogo. Get the FUELL Flluid-2 for $4,199, a significant decrease from its original MSRP of $5,995. Additionally, the Flluid-3 is available at a reduced price of $3,849, down from its regular cost of $5,495.
For EU versions: throttle assist will be limited to 6 km/h due to legal limitations.
MotoE™: Granado fastest as Spinelli wins race simulation
Testing has now concluded and it’s a familiar name on top – with a new one making waves
Wednesday, 05 April 2023
The three-day FIM Enel MotoE™ World Championship Test at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya has drawn to a close, with Eric Granado (LCR E-Team) continuing his streak at the top of the timesheets. The Brazilian’s best lap of the Test was a 1:47.221, while it was Nicholas Spinelli (Pons Racing 40) who won Day 3’s race simulation run.
The race simulation took place in the early afternoon of the final day, as the riders lined up on the grid and took part in a seven-lap dash as a warm up for the start of the season at the French GP. Randy Krummenacher (Dynavolt Intact GP MotoE™) and Mattia Casadei (Pons Racing 40) took the chequered flag in P2 and P3, two seconds adrift of Spinelli, but not all riders showed their full potential.
In terms of the combined top five across Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday’s dry weather running, it was race sim winner Spinelli who set the second fastest time – 0.189s adrift of Granado. Casadei, Matteo Ferrari (Felo Gresini MotoE™) and Andrea Mantovani (RNF MotoE™ Team) rounded out a fastest quintet split by 0.642s on their Ducati V21L machines.
Nicholas Spinelli (29). Photo courtesy Dorna.
There’s just over a month until the 2023 MotoE™ field get their campaigns up and running at the French GP, and that’s the next time we’ll see the electric category on track. Stay tuned to motogp.com for all the latest news as MotoE™ gets set for its biggest year yet, and find the combined timesheets below courtesy of the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.
Follow MotoE™’s new social media channels!
The FIM Enel MotoE™ World Championship now has its own presence across a number of social media platforms! With an action-packed content plan coming your way in 2023, make sure to follow the electric World Championship by clicking on the icons below… and we can also be found on TikTok @motoe!
MotoAmerica / American Flat Track Racers Corey Alexander and James Rispoli are pleased to release Episode 4 of their Pipe Dreams Podcast featuring recently retired two-time American Flat Track (AFT) Production Twins Champion, current team manager, race promoter, and podcaster Cory Texter.
Cory Texter comes from a Pennsylvania family so deeply routed in motorcycling, it has provided a life for what is now three generations of the Texter bloodline. While many know of the Texter name thanks to the successes of his younger sister Shayna Texter, the most winning American Flat Track Singles rider of all time, Cory has had a long journey of his own as professional racer.
At 35 years old, he recently chose to hang up his steel shoe while some would argue – at the top of his game, all to pursue his other passions, business ventures, and to continue growing the sport of flat track racing.
“C-Tex” sat down with us to share some of his personal stories throughout his journey including facing his own anxieties, dealing with the loss of his father at a young age, and the unknown future that retirement from professional racing brings. We hope you enjoy!
Available on all major podcast platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music, the second full episode with Johnny launches today. Video of the episode can be viewed on Spotify and 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. Production and editing is curated by videographer Sam Thurman. Follow @pipedreams_pod on social media or visit https://anchor.fm/pipe-dreams to listen now.
Josh Herrin and Ducati win the Daytona 200 on the tires of their choice – Dunlop!
This year’s Daytona 200 marked the 81st anniversary of the event notorious for unparalleled racing action, and due to the prodigious array of talent, the 2023 race was no exception. The Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati NYC backed rider, Josh Herrin, took pole and the crown on his Dunlop-supported Ducati Panigale V2.
0.07 seconds behind Herrin was fellow Dunlop racer and four-time AMA Pro Superbike Champion, Josh Hayes on his Squid Hunter Racing Yamaha YZF-R6.
Thanks to the MotoAmerica efforts, the Daytona 200 was re-invigorated this year, and key competitors of Dunlop such as Pirelli, Michelin, and Bridgestone all showed up with their best efforts to battle for a race win in one of the most demanding and prestigious events held annually. But with the brands competitiveness and dedication towards winning, it should not come as a surprise that Dunlop ended up triumphant. While we respect and support control tire programs, we look forward to the challenge of standing toe-to-toe to expose the true superiority of the Dunlop brand. In the end, Dunlop showed that no one can match our tech and performance.
The immeasurable passion to win is a pronounced value at Dunlop, but without the dedication towards technological innovation and top-tier testing, the brand would not be where it is today. We are fortunate enough to be the exclusive tire provider of the MotoAmerica Championship, and through our experience, we have gained invaluable racing expertise and engineering capabilities used to design, develop, and produce championship-worthy tires. The ability to provide this unmatched quality stems from the fact that we are the only tire manufacturer with design, development, testing, racing, and manufacturing located in the United States. We pride ourselves over this home-grown performance because Dunlop tires are designed by engineers in Buffalo, tested by experts in Huntsville, and built by dedicated workers right here in the United States of America.
About Dunlop Motorcycle Tires:
Dunlop is the largest supplier of original equipment and replacement motorcycle tires in the U.S.A. For more information, visit: www.DunlopMotorcycleTires.com. Follow @ridedunlop on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter for the latest Dunlop news. Use #RideDunlop and/or #RaceDunlop to share your Dunlop moments.
Dorna Sports welcomes new Chief Commercial Officer
Wednesday, 05 April 2023
After a global search for a new Chief Commercial Officer, Dorna Sports is delighted to welcome Dan Rossomondo to the role. Dan joins the company from the National Basketball Association (NBA) and is ready to put his commitment, drive and experience into one of the world’s biggest sports entertainment properties: MotoGP™. Dan will lead the media rights, global commercial partnerships and digital business teams, using his expertise to fuel the continued international growth of MotoGP™’s profile, audience and revenue.
Dan arrives at Dorna from his role as Senior Vice President of Global Partnerships and Media at the NBA. After gaining his bachelor’s degree from Georgetown and then an MBA from New York University, his career began in advertising sales at Madison Square Garden and has since taken him to IMG, Time Warner Global Media, the NBA and now, Dorna Sports.
At the NBA, Dan worked across a range of different business lines, both domestically and internationally, and was responsible for substantial growth across sponsorship, media, global attractions, licensing, and retail. He and his team negotiated agreements across an array of NBA properties and oversaw sales relationships with Walt Disney and Warner Media Discovery, as well as rights holders across the world. His experience in driving the growth of the NBA as a sports, entertainment and lifestyle property sees him join Dorna Sports with a proven track record of passion and results, ready to focus on taking MotoGP™ to even greater heights.
Daniel Rossomondo, CCO of Dorna Sports: “MotoGP is truly a global sport that combines technological innovation with the riders’ ability, athleticism and skill. They are the heroes of the show and the sport is spectacular to watch. Right now, MotoGP is perfectly positioned to cultivate its current fan base at the same time as attracting new audiences, with incredible scope to push boundaries and take on fresh opportunities. It’s high paced, and the passion from riders, the people in the paddock and the sport’s millions of fans is something special. When I met Carmelo, Enrique and Carlos, our views on the sport and the business quickly aligned. I’m really excited to jump into the role.”
Carmelo Ezpeleta, CEO of Dorna Sports: “We couldn’t be happier to welcome Dan. He is part of a real new era, not only on track as we enjoy the biggest season ever for MotoGP, but also behind the scenes and within Dorna. MotoGP is a global property, with millions of fans around the world, and welcoming Dan to the company makes us more global too. He brings a new perspective, a new outlook, and helps us to ensure we have an experienced, varied team charged with making this sport the biggest and best it possibly can be. We want to continue the incredible trajectory we’ve already begun, and Dan will be an incredible ally.
“Dan’s vision for the commercial future of MotoGP fits perfectly with our views: fresh ideas, increased reach, and commitment to take the sport to new heights. At the helm, I’m confident he will provide existing partners with the best possible results and relationships, and at the same time will work to search out new, like-minded media, marketing and licensing partners. We know Dan can bring a lot to Dorna and our biggest property, MotoGP, and on a personal level we’re also very much looking forward to working with him. We’re very excited to begin this new chapter.”
Dan will be welcomed to the role in a press conference at the Red Bull Grand Prix of the Americas on Friday the 14th of April at 12:00 LT, where he will be available to meet the media and take questions.
Roadracing World started this exclusive special feature recognizing the most promising young road racers as an answer to pessimists who claimed North America had no new, up-and-coming young racers. This edition of the Roadracing World Young Gun Awards marks the 27th consecutive year of showcasing what is actually 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 12 MotoAmerica/AMA Pro Superbike Championships;
A KTM RC Cup World Final race;
The Daytona 200 (12 times);
WERA National Endurance Championships and WERA National Challenge Championships;
ASRA/Formula USA Grand National and CCS National Championships;
USGPRU National Championships;
Many regional and local titles.
The competition has continually become more intense as more — and younger — racers with higher levels of accomplishments 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 2023 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.
First road race: 2013, Millville, New Jersey, NJMiniGP, Spec50, 10th place.
Current racebike: Honda NSF250R.
Current tuners/mechanics: Tim Cassesse, David Buchman/DBPrepared (US), Microlise Cresswell Racing (UK).
Primary race series: British Talent Cup.
Top sponsors: DRC Race Leathers, HJC Helmets, Dunlop, DBPrepared, Motul USA, TST Industries.
Recent racing accomplishments: 2022 season, placed 12th in British Talent Cup Championship (1 podium, 8 top-10 finishes); 2021 season, competed as a wild card in 4 British Talent Cup (best race finish was 10th), won 7 WERA Sportsman Regional Novice Class Championships, won 2 FMRRA Amateur Class Championships, won multiple SFLminiGP Class Championships.
2023 racing goal: Win British Talent Cup Championship.
Racing career goals: Win Moto3, Moto2, and then MotoGP Championships.
Racing hero: Sean Dylan Kelly.
Favorite track: Silverstone.
Favorite hobby: Basketball.
If I wasn’t racing I would be…: A lawyer.
Some of the riders who have graduated from Roadracing World 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 AFT SuperTwins race winner J.D. Beach;
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 two-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, 2018 MotoAmerica Supersport Championship runner-up, and 2022 MotoAmerica Stock 1000 Championship runner-up 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 two-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 podium finisher Patrick “P.J.” Jacobsen;
2021 MotoAmerica Supersport Champion and current Moto2 World Championship competitor Sean Dylan Kelly;
Canadian Superbike race winner Kevin Lacombe;
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 two-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;
2016 MotoAmerica Superstock 600 Champion, MotoAmerica Supersport podium finisher, and current powersports dealership owner Bryce Prince;
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 MotoAmerica King Of The Baggers race winner James Rispoli;
2015 MotoAmerica Superstock 600 Champion, MotoAmerica Supersport race winner, and Moto2 World Championship race winner Joe Roberts;
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 and MotoAmerica Supersport podium finisher Cory West;
MotoAmerica Junior Cup and Superbike Cup race winner Ashton Yates;
and two-time AMA Pro Superbike Championship runner-up Blake Young.
Andreani USA Expands Product Offering to Include MIVV Exhausts and Nitron Suspension Products
Hendersonville, NC – Andreani USA, the recently opened subsidiary of Italy’s Andreani Group, has added two notable European brands to their product offering for US motorcycle dealers and consumers. Italy’s MIVV exhaust systems offer high performance, matched with Italian style and an expansive product line. England’s Nitron Racing Systems shocks and suspension products carry a racing pedigree and applications for all types of motorcycles. Both MIVV and Nitron’s motorcycle products have not been commonly available in the United States prior to Andreani USA’s launch.
MIVV is well known throughout Europe as a brand that delivers increased performance, refined sound and Italian-style to motorcycles of all types. Andreani USA is MIVV’s first US-based distributor and will make MIVV exhaust products readily available for American powersports dealers.
“Entering into an important market like the US required that we select a highly professional distributor, and we have a long history working with Andreani Group,” said MIVV’s Business Unit Manager Danilo DeBerardinis. “Our current production touches every segment of the motorcycle world, from naked to superbikes, from enduros to adventure bikes, and we’ve had requests to create products for models of every brand, especially Harley-Davidson motorcycles.”
A Nitron shock for a Honda CBR600RR. Photo courtesy Andreani USA.
Nitron Racing Systems suspension products are typically used in high performance vehicles in the automotive and motorcycle markets. Based in Britain’s Motorsports Valley, the home of F1 racing, Nitron’s shocks and forks are known for innovation, quality and attention to detail. Nitron makes shocks for all types of motorcycles, from motocross to ADV to cruisers and touring bikes.
“We strive to bring the best products to our network of dealers in the United States,” said Andreani USA President Luciano Ubaldini. “As the exclusive distributor of MIVV exhausts and Official Service Center for Nitron suspension products, we can ensure that our dealers are delivering great products and technical support to American motorcycle riders.”
Nitron Racing Systems and MIVV products are available immediately from Andreani USA.
The start of a British Superbike race at Silverstone during the 2022 season. Photo courtesy MSVR.
Bennetts BSB contenders kick off 2023 with Easter hunt for Silverstone glory
The Bennetts British Superbike Championship launches back into action at Silverstone this Easter weekend (April 7/8/9). The hunt for title glory in Britain’s biggest motorsport series begins with three races at the start of an 11-round season with 28 contenders lining up on the grid.
The battle begins with the Bennetts BikeSocial Sprint Race on Saturday, which will offer the first indication of this year’s running order. This will be followed by two feature races on Sunday, so all of the contenders will have plenty of opportunity to showcase their championship potential.
Two previous Champions will feature on the grid, including double title-winner Josh Brookes who will line-up with FHO BMW Motorrad for the first time. Leon Haslam, who conquered the series back in 2018, is back in action too following the late confirmation that he would compete for the new ROKiT BMW Motorrad Team.
They won’t be the only riders with established title credentials appearing, with no fewer than four Support Class Champions stepping up to the Superbike grid – the most in the series history. Quattro Group British Supersport and GP2 Champions Jack Kennedy and Jack Scott are the first of these, racing for Mar-Train Yamaha and Rapid CDH Racing Kawasaki respectively.
Pirelli National Superstock Champion Davey Todd is set for his first full season in the premier class as the Milenco by Padgetts Motorcycles Honda team returns to the Superbike category.
Meanwhile Max Cook, the reigning Pirelli Junior Superstock Champion, joins Lee Jackson at Cheshire Mouldings Kawasaki.
The line-up will feature 12 Superbike race winners from the first round, each of whom will be aiming to add more silverware this weekend. These include last year’s title runner-up Glenn Irwin and Tommy Bridewell, who finished third, with the duo pairing up at BeerMonster Ducati for another title tilt.
There is familiarity in the McAMS Yamaha team as Jason O’Halloran returns, the Australian joined by rookie Tim Neave. Whilst at Honda Racing UK, Andrew Irwin returns to the team with which he’s previously enjoyed success alongside past Superstock Champion Tom Neave.
Reigning Champions LAMI OMG Racing Yamaha will be determined to defend the title as Kyle Ryde bids to emulate Bradley Ray’s success in 2022. Ryan Vickers, who is also a previous Junior Superstock Champion, joins Ryde in the team as he strives for strong results with Yamaha.
Christian Iddon is back with Ducati following his switch to the Oxford Products Racing Ducati team and former MotoGP rider Héctor Barberá returns to Bennetts BSB after joining TAG Racing Honda.
This season also sees the rise of the rookies into Bennetts BSB with six riders debuting, including Todd, Cook, Scott, Tim Neave and Lee Hardy Racing Kawasaki’s Bradley Perie after his success in the Supersport series. Charlie Nesbitt completes the rookie line up as he joins the new-look MasterMac Honda by Hawk Racing team.
Josh Owens is also in a new look team for 2023 on the opposite side of the Hawk Racing garage, running under the Crendon Honda by Hawk Racing banner. Storm Stacey will be another to star in a new livery onboard the Starline Racing Kawasaki.
The Lovell Kent Racing Honda team will make its first race appearance since joining Bennetts BSB over the winter as previous Moto3 World Champion Danny Kent aims to add to his previous podium visit.
Honda’s presence in this year’s field may have expanded, but the BMW representation is strong too. Peter Hickman joins Brookes on the second FHO Racing BMW Motorrad M 1000 RR, whilst SYNETIQ BMW retain race winner Danny Buchan for the new season. Luke Mossey also is back with BMW power, returning with the Tactix by Lloyd & Jones BMW team.
Back for more in 2023 is roads ace Dean Harrison on the DAO Racing Kawasaki, with the Team Green line-up also including Liam Delves on the second Rapid CDH Racing Kawasaki and Luke Hopkins on the NP Motorcycles Kawasaki.
For more information visit www.britishsuperbike.com
The 2023 Suzuki GSX-8S, Suzuki's latest entry into the naked sportbike segment. Think of it as everything riders wanted in an SV650, only more. Photo by Michael Gougis.
Suzuki is introducing its new GSX-8S Parallel-Twin naked sportbike (a.k.a. performance standard) to the world motorcycling press this week in Antibes, France. Editor at Large Michael Gougis is attending the event on behalf of Roadracing World & Motorcycle Technology magazine and offered the preview video below.
Look for a full report from the introduction of the 2023 Suzuki GSX-8S in an upcoming issue of Roadracing World & Motorcycle Technology magazine.
Kristian Daniel, Jr. (70) in action in Spain. Photo courtesy Kristian Daniel.
Roadracing World started this exclusive special feature recognizing the most promising young road racers as an answer to pessimists who claimed North America had no new, up-and-coming young racers. This edition of the Roadracing World Young Gun Awards marks the 27th consecutive year of showcasing what is actually 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 12 MotoAmerica/AMA Pro Superbike Championships;
A KTM RC Cup World Final race;
The Daytona 200 (12 times);
WERA National Endurance Championships and WERA National Challenge Championships;
ASRA/Formula USA Grand National and CCS National Championships;
USGPRU National Championships;
Many regional and local titles.
The competition has continually become more intense as more — and younger — racers with higher levels of accomplishments 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 2023 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.
Recent racing accomplishments: 2022 season, placed 28th in European Talent Cup Championship (best race finish was 13th); 2021 season, youngest full-time rider in European Talent Cup, best race finish was 28th at Valencia; 2020 season, placed 4th in Cuna de Campeones Moto5 Championship in Spain (1 win, 2 total podiums); 2019 season, placed 4th in Spanish Cuna de Campeones MiniGP 110 Championship (2 podium finishes).
2022 racing goal: Finish in the top 5 in the FIM CEV European Talent Cup.
Racing career goal: Make it to MotoGP.
Racing hero: Nicky Hayden.
Favorite track: Jerez.
Favorite hobby: Going to the gym.
If I wasn’t racing I would be…: A professional football or basketball player.
Some of the riders who have graduated from Roadracing World 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 AFT SuperTwins race winner J.D. Beach;
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 two-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, 2018 MotoAmerica Supersport Championship runner-up, and 2022 MotoAmerica Stock 1000 Championship runner-up 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 two-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 podium finisher Patrick “P.J.” Jacobsen;
2021 MotoAmerica Supersport Champion and current Moto2 World Championship competitor Sean Dylan Kelly;
Canadian Superbike race winner Kevin Lacombe;
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 two-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;
2016 MotoAmerica Superstock 600 Champion, MotoAmerica Supersport podium finisher, and current powersports dealership owner Bryce Prince;
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 MotoAmerica King Of The Baggers race winner James Rispoli;
2015 MotoAmerica Superstock 600 Champion, MotoAmerica Supersport race winner, and Moto2 World Championship race winner Joe Roberts;
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 and MotoAmerica Supersport podium finisher Cory West;
MotoAmerica Junior Cup and Superbike Cup race winner Ashton Yates;
and two-time AMA Pro Superbike Championship runner-up Blake Young.
A FUELL Flluid-2 (left) and a FUELL Flluid-3 (right). Photo courtesy FUELL.
FUELL Flluid-2 & Flluid-3: World’s Longest Range E-bikes
Erik Buell, the legendary ex-Engineer of the Harley Davidson, FUELL co-founder and CTO, is taking another step towards making e-bikes a true car replacement with FUELL Flluid-2 & Flluid-3 – the world’s longest range E-bikes.
Powered by VALEO’s all-new Cyclee mid-drive motor, with an integrated automatic gearbox and predictive shifting, Flluid will ensure the experience of freedom and power like never before.
FUELL Flluid has brought to fruition an e-bike line that caters to the needs of EV enthusiasts, individuals who seek modern e-mobility solutions, as well as premium urban commuters grappling with traffic and long commutes. These bikes offer a unique blend of exceptional performance, comfort, and style, enabling riders to embark on long-distance journeys without any compromise.
The Longest Range e-Bikes in the World
Flluid-2 is the ultra-long-range powerhouse with 2 removable battery packs for a total of 2kWh of power, doubling down on the first-generation Flluid, and enables an impressive range of up to 225 mi (350km) on a single charge. Flluid-3 is the step-through option with a single 1kwh battery and a still remarkable 110 mi (180km) range.
A FUELL Flluid-2. Photo courtesy FUELL.
Seamless gear shifts
No more bothering with manual gear changes and limited power on steep hills! Powered by Valeo’s all-new 750W / 130 Nm mid-drive motor, the integrated automatic gearbox (450% ratio) gives you smooth power no matter how challenging the terrain is. The smart algorithms adjust assistance, cranking frequency and pace, so that you get exactly the type of ride you need. Prefer shifting manually? No problem — with Flluid-2 & Flluid-3, you choose how you ride!
Premium Design
Stand out from the crowd and make a statement with the sleek and modern design of Flluid-2 & Flluid-3. From their strong aluminum frames to clutter-free components — these e-bikes are geometrically optimized to provide stable, confident, yet incredibly nimble steering and handling. Moreover, their size is the perfect fit for riders between 5’1” to 6’5” (1.55m to 1.95m).
Push the Throttle and Enjoy the Ride
With throttle-assist technology up to 20mph (32kmh), you can let go and experience a new level of freedom. Press down on the throttle and allow yourself to enjoy life without having to worry about pedaling. (For EU versions: throttle assist will be limited to 6 km/h due to legal limitations.).
A FUELL Flluid-3. Photo courtesy FUELL.
Carefully Selected Components
Quality components make up the heart of the Flluid-2 and Flluid-3 e-bikes. Equipped with Tektro hydraulic disc brakes for reliable stopping power, a Gates Carbon belt drive that won’t need maintenance or lubrication, and a lightweight and durable aluminum alloy frame — these e-bikes offer an unforgettable riding experience.
Total Control, Wherever You Are, Thanks to the FUELL Rider App
Be in full control over your e-bike and ensure it’s safe and sound, even when you’re away — thanks to the embedded connectivity system located hidden inside the frame. Use the FUELL Rider smartphone app to locate and remotely lock/unlock your e-bike, be warned about unusual movements, access data and statistics about usage, and more.
Choose Your Ride
With Flluid-2 you get an ultra-long range e-bike with an unprecedented range of 225mi (350km), while the Flluid-3 offers a long range of 110mi (180km) and a step-through frame. Equally robust, the Flluid-2 and Flluid-3 are each available in two versions: Flluid-2 and Flluid-3 with a max speed of 20mph (25km/h in the EU), and Flluid-2S and Flluid-3S with a max speed of 28mph (45km/h in the EU).
Specification
Motor
Motor Nominal
Output
Torque
Speed max
Throttle
Range
Battery Type
Battery Capacity
Battery Voltage
Battery Charger
Recharge
Time Home
Frame Material
Rider Size
Flluid 2
Mid-Drive VALEO
750W (US)
250W/1000W (EU)
130Nm
Fluid 2: 20mph (US) / 25kmh (EU)
Fluid 2S: 28mph (US) / 45kmh (EU)
Yes
Up to 225 miles / 350 kms
2 Removable Batteries
2000 Wh
51.8V
3 Amp Fast Charger
80% Charge in 4 hrs,
100% in 6 hrs
Aluminum Alloy
1m55 to 1m95
5’1″ to 6’5″
Flluid 3
Mid-Drive VALEO
750W (US)
250W/1000W (EU)
130Nm
Fluid 3: 20mph (US) / 25kmh (EU)
Flluid 3S: 28mph (US) / 45kmh (EU)
Yes
Up to 110 miles / 180 kms
1 Removable Battery
1000 Wh
51.8V
3 Amp Fast Charger
80% Charge in 4 hrs,
100% in 6 hrs
Aluminum Alloy
1m55 to 1m95
5’1″ to 6’5″
The Brainchild of Two-Wheeled Vehicles Legend
Erik Buell
Engineered by the FUELL team under the guidance of legendary Erik Buell, a founder, former Chairman, and CTO of the Buell Motorcycle Company Buell has created some of the most innovative and usable motorcycles. With the first-generation FUELL Flluid, he proved equally capable in creating an e-bike that exceeds expectations. His unparalleled expertise in two-wheeler engineering allows for the Flluid range to shine in the saturated world of e-bikes.
“The creation of the FUELL Flluid-2 & Flluid-3 e-bikes was a complex and demanding journey that took many years of research and development. We faced a lot of challenges on our way such as creating e-bikes that comfortably fit customers from 5’ tall all the way to 6’4” tall, packing 2,000 Wh of battery into the frame without getting it too massive, providing a “just right” balance of agility and confident handling to the riding experience, etc. I am proud to announce that we have successfully overcome all these challenges, developing e-bikes that meet the needs of today’s urban commuters,” says Erik Buell, CTO and co-founder of FUELL.
“Many e-bike customers are coming from driving a car or motorcycle and are not current bicyclists. This customer is looking for an e-bike that is simple and easy to use as their motor vehicle with a similar range.
The Flluid-2 and Flluid-3 were designed to fulfil this desire. The combination of Valeo Cyclee’s internal gear box with automatic shifting, the Gates Carbon Drive belt, huge battery capacity and internal cable routing deliver this. They do not need to worry about shifting or being in the right gear to pull away from a stop. No need to lubricate or service a chain and derailleur, and no worry about getting dirt or grease from the chain on their cloths. Enough battery range is not a concern, and a throttle to get them up a big hill or complete a ride for that occasion they need a little additional help. An e-bike the rider gets on and just rides.” adds F-X Terny, CEO and co-founder of FUELL.
Availability
You save a whopping 30% when placing a purchase now on IndieGogo. Get the FUELL Flluid-2 for $4,199, a significant decrease from its original MSRP of $5,995. Additionally, the Flluid-3 is available at a reduced price of $3,849, down from its regular cost of $5,495.
For EU versions: throttle assist will be limited to 6 km/h due to legal limitations.
MotoE™: Granado fastest as Spinelli wins race simulation
Testing has now concluded and it’s a familiar name on top – with a new one making waves
Wednesday, 05 April 2023
The three-day FIM Enel MotoE™ World Championship Test at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya has drawn to a close, with Eric Granado (LCR E-Team) continuing his streak at the top of the timesheets. The Brazilian’s best lap of the Test was a 1:47.221, while it was Nicholas Spinelli (Pons Racing 40) who won Day 3’s race simulation run.
The race simulation took place in the early afternoon of the final day, as the riders lined up on the grid and took part in a seven-lap dash as a warm up for the start of the season at the French GP. Randy Krummenacher (Dynavolt Intact GP MotoE™) and Mattia Casadei (Pons Racing 40) took the chequered flag in P2 and P3, two seconds adrift of Spinelli, but not all riders showed their full potential.
In terms of the combined top five across Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday’s dry weather running, it was race sim winner Spinelli who set the second fastest time – 0.189s adrift of Granado. Casadei, Matteo Ferrari (Felo Gresini MotoE™) and Andrea Mantovani (RNF MotoE™ Team) rounded out a fastest quintet split by 0.642s on their Ducati V21L machines.
Nicholas Spinelli (29). Photo courtesy Dorna.
There’s just over a month until the 2023 MotoE™ field get their campaigns up and running at the French GP, and that’s the next time we’ll see the electric category on track. Stay tuned to motogp.com for all the latest news as MotoE™ gets set for its biggest year yet, and find the combined timesheets below courtesy of the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.
Follow MotoE™’s new social media channels!
The FIM Enel MotoE™ World Championship now has its own presence across a number of social media platforms! With an action-packed content plan coming your way in 2023, make sure to follow the electric World Championship by clicking on the icons below… and we can also be found on TikTok @motoe!
Cory Texter (1), as seen in 2020. Photo by Scott Hunter, courtesy AFT.
Episode 4: Cory Texter
A Life and Family Dedicated To Flat Track
April 5th, 2023 – Deland, Florida
MotoAmerica / American Flat Track Racers Corey Alexander and James Rispoli are pleased to release Episode 4 of their Pipe Dreams Podcast featuring recently retired two-time American Flat Track (AFT) Production Twins Champion, current team manager, race promoter, and podcaster Cory Texter.
Cory Texter comes from a Pennsylvania family so deeply routed in motorcycling, it has provided a life for what is now three generations of the Texter bloodline. While many know of the Texter name thanks to the successes of his younger sister Shayna Texter, the most winning American Flat Track Singles rider of all time, Cory has had a long journey of his own as professional racer.
At 35 years old, he recently chose to hang up his steel shoe while some would argue – at the top of his game, all to pursue his other passions, business ventures, and to continue growing the sport of flat track racing.
“C-Tex” sat down with us to share some of his personal stories throughout his journey including facing his own anxieties, dealing with the loss of his father at a young age, and the unknown future that retirement from professional racing brings. We hope you enjoy!
Available on all major podcast platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music, the second full episode with Johnny launches today. Video of the episode can be viewed on Spotify and 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. Production and editing is curated by videographer Sam Thurman. Follow @pipedreams_pod on social media or visit https://anchor.fm/pipe-dreams to listen now.
Josh Herrin won the 81st Daytona 200 on a Dunlop-shod Ducati. Image courtesy Dunlop.
Josh Herrin and Ducati win the Daytona 200 on the tires of their choice – Dunlop!
This year’s Daytona 200 marked the 81st anniversary of the event notorious for unparalleled racing action, and due to the prodigious array of talent, the 2023 race was no exception. The Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati NYC backed rider, Josh Herrin, took pole and the crown on his Dunlop-supported Ducati Panigale V2.
0.07 seconds behind Herrin was fellow Dunlop racer and four-time AMA Pro Superbike Champion, Josh Hayes on his Squid Hunter Racing Yamaha YZF-R6.
Thanks to the MotoAmerica efforts, the Daytona 200 was re-invigorated this year, and key competitors of Dunlop such as Pirelli, Michelin, and Bridgestone all showed up with their best efforts to battle for a race win in one of the most demanding and prestigious events held annually. But with the brands competitiveness and dedication towards winning, it should not come as a surprise that Dunlop ended up triumphant. While we respect and support control tire programs, we look forward to the challenge of standing toe-to-toe to expose the true superiority of the Dunlop brand. In the end, Dunlop showed that no one can match our tech and performance.
The immeasurable passion to win is a pronounced value at Dunlop, but without the dedication towards technological innovation and top-tier testing, the brand would not be where it is today. We are fortunate enough to be the exclusive tire provider of the MotoAmerica Championship, and through our experience, we have gained invaluable racing expertise and engineering capabilities used to design, develop, and produce championship-worthy tires. The ability to provide this unmatched quality stems from the fact that we are the only tire manufacturer with design, development, testing, racing, and manufacturing located in the United States. We pride ourselves over this home-grown performance because Dunlop tires are designed by engineers in Buffalo, tested by experts in Huntsville, and built by dedicated workers right here in the United States of America.
About Dunlop Motorcycle Tires:
Dunlop is the largest supplier of original equipment and replacement motorcycle tires in the U.S.A. For more information, visit: www.DunlopMotorcycleTires.com. Follow @ridedunlop on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter for the latest Dunlop news. Use #RideDunlop and/or #RaceDunlop to share your Dunlop moments.
Dan Rossomondo, Dorna's new Chief Commercial Officer. Photo courtesy Dorna.
Introducing: Dan Rossomondo
Dorna Sports welcomes new Chief Commercial Officer
Wednesday, 05 April 2023
After a global search for a new Chief Commercial Officer, Dorna Sports is delighted to welcome Dan Rossomondo to the role. Dan joins the company from the National Basketball Association (NBA) and is ready to put his commitment, drive and experience into one of the world’s biggest sports entertainment properties: MotoGP™. Dan will lead the media rights, global commercial partnerships and digital business teams, using his expertise to fuel the continued international growth of MotoGP™’s profile, audience and revenue.
Dan arrives at Dorna from his role as Senior Vice President of Global Partnerships and Media at the NBA. After gaining his bachelor’s degree from Georgetown and then an MBA from New York University, his career began in advertising sales at Madison Square Garden and has since taken him to IMG, Time Warner Global Media, the NBA and now, Dorna Sports.
At the NBA, Dan worked across a range of different business lines, both domestically and internationally, and was responsible for substantial growth across sponsorship, media, global attractions, licensing, and retail. He and his team negotiated agreements across an array of NBA properties and oversaw sales relationships with Walt Disney and Warner Media Discovery, as well as rights holders across the world. His experience in driving the growth of the NBA as a sports, entertainment and lifestyle property sees him join Dorna Sports with a proven track record of passion and results, ready to focus on taking MotoGP™ to even greater heights.
Daniel Rossomondo, CCO of Dorna Sports: “MotoGP is truly a global sport that combines technological innovation with the riders’ ability, athleticism and skill. They are the heroes of the show and the sport is spectacular to watch. Right now, MotoGP is perfectly positioned to cultivate its current fan base at the same time as attracting new audiences, with incredible scope to push boundaries and take on fresh opportunities. It’s high paced, and the passion from riders, the people in the paddock and the sport’s millions of fans is something special. When I met Carmelo, Enrique and Carlos, our views on the sport and the business quickly aligned. I’m really excited to jump into the role.”
Carmelo Ezpeleta, CEO of Dorna Sports: “We couldn’t be happier to welcome Dan. He is part of a real new era, not only on track as we enjoy the biggest season ever for MotoGP, but also behind the scenes and within Dorna. MotoGP is a global property, with millions of fans around the world, and welcoming Dan to the company makes us more global too. He brings a new perspective, a new outlook, and helps us to ensure we have an experienced, varied team charged with making this sport the biggest and best it possibly can be. We want to continue the incredible trajectory we’ve already begun, and Dan will be an incredible ally.
“Dan’s vision for the commercial future of MotoGP fits perfectly with our views: fresh ideas, increased reach, and commitment to take the sport to new heights. At the helm, I’m confident he will provide existing partners with the best possible results and relationships, and at the same time will work to search out new, like-minded media, marketing and licensing partners. We know Dan can bring a lot to Dorna and our biggest property, MotoGP, and on a personal level we’re also very much looking forward to working with him. We’re very excited to begin this new chapter.”
Dan will be welcomed to the role in a press conference at the Red Bull Grand Prix of the Americas on Friday the 14th of April at 12:00 LT, where he will be available to meet the media and take questions.
Julian Correa (40) in action during a British Talent Cup event in 2022. Photo by Michael Hallam, courtesy Michael Correa.
Roadracing World started this exclusive special feature recognizing the most promising young road racers as an answer to pessimists who claimed North America had no new, up-and-coming young racers. This edition of the Roadracing World Young Gun Awards marks the 27th consecutive year of showcasing what is actually 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 12 MotoAmerica/AMA Pro Superbike Championships;
A KTM RC Cup World Final race;
The Daytona 200 (12 times);
WERA National Endurance Championships and WERA National Challenge Championships;
ASRA/Formula USA Grand National and CCS National Championships;
USGPRU National Championships;
Many regional and local titles.
The competition has continually become more intense as more — and younger — racers with higher levels of accomplishments 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 2023 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.
First road race: 2013, Millville, New Jersey, NJMiniGP, Spec50, 10th place.
Current racebike: Honda NSF250R.
Current tuners/mechanics: Tim Cassesse, David Buchman/DBPrepared (US), Microlise Cresswell Racing (UK).
Primary race series: British Talent Cup.
Top sponsors: DRC Race Leathers, HJC Helmets, Dunlop, DBPrepared, Motul USA, TST Industries.
Recent racing accomplishments: 2022 season, placed 12th in British Talent Cup Championship (1 podium, 8 top-10 finishes); 2021 season, competed as a wild card in 4 British Talent Cup (best race finish was 10th), won 7 WERA Sportsman Regional Novice Class Championships, won 2 FMRRA Amateur Class Championships, won multiple SFLminiGP Class Championships.
2023 racing goal: Win British Talent Cup Championship.
Racing career goals: Win Moto3, Moto2, and then MotoGP Championships.
Racing hero: Sean Dylan Kelly.
Favorite track: Silverstone.
Favorite hobby: Basketball.
If I wasn’t racing I would be…: A lawyer.
Some of the riders who have graduated from Roadracing World 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 AFT SuperTwins race winner J.D. Beach;
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 two-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, 2018 MotoAmerica Supersport Championship runner-up, and 2022 MotoAmerica Stock 1000 Championship runner-up 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 two-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 podium finisher Patrick “P.J.” Jacobsen;
2021 MotoAmerica Supersport Champion and current Moto2 World Championship competitor Sean Dylan Kelly;
Canadian Superbike race winner Kevin Lacombe;
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 two-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;
2016 MotoAmerica Superstock 600 Champion, MotoAmerica Supersport podium finisher, and current powersports dealership owner Bryce Prince;
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 MotoAmerica King Of The Baggers race winner James Rispoli;
2015 MotoAmerica Superstock 600 Champion, MotoAmerica Supersport race winner, and Moto2 World Championship race winner Joe Roberts;
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 and MotoAmerica Supersport podium finisher Cory West;
MotoAmerica Junior Cup and Superbike Cup race winner Ashton Yates;
and two-time AMA Pro Superbike Championship runner-up Blake Young.
A MIVV exhaust system on a KTM RC 390. Photo courtesy Andreani USA.
Andreani USA Expands Product Offering to Include MIVV Exhausts and Nitron Suspension Products
Hendersonville, NC – Andreani USA, the recently opened subsidiary of Italy’s Andreani Group, has added two notable European brands to their product offering for US motorcycle dealers and consumers. Italy’s MIVV exhaust systems offer high performance, matched with Italian style and an expansive product line. England’s Nitron Racing Systems shocks and suspension products carry a racing pedigree and applications for all types of motorcycles. Both MIVV and Nitron’s motorcycle products have not been commonly available in the United States prior to Andreani USA’s launch.
MIVV is well known throughout Europe as a brand that delivers increased performance, refined sound and Italian-style to motorcycles of all types. Andreani USA is MIVV’s first US-based distributor and will make MIVV exhaust products readily available for American powersports dealers.
“Entering into an important market like the US required that we select a highly professional distributor, and we have a long history working with Andreani Group,” said MIVV’s Business Unit Manager Danilo DeBerardinis. “Our current production touches every segment of the motorcycle world, from naked to superbikes, from enduros to adventure bikes, and we’ve had requests to create products for models of every brand, especially Harley-Davidson motorcycles.”
A Nitron shock for a Honda CBR600RR. Photo courtesy Andreani USA.
Nitron Racing Systems suspension products are typically used in high performance vehicles in the automotive and motorcycle markets. Based in Britain’s Motorsports Valley, the home of F1 racing, Nitron’s shocks and forks are known for innovation, quality and attention to detail. Nitron makes shocks for all types of motorcycles, from motocross to ADV to cruisers and touring bikes.
“We strive to bring the best products to our network of dealers in the United States,” said Andreani USA President Luciano Ubaldini. “As the exclusive distributor of MIVV exhausts and Official Service Center for Nitron suspension products, we can ensure that our dealers are delivering great products and technical support to American motorcycle riders.”
Nitron Racing Systems and MIVV products are available immediately from Andreani USA.
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