WorldSBK: Jerez Hosting 2023 Season Finale

David Swarts

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August 2, 2023

WorldSBK: Jerez Hosting 2023 Season Finale

Jerez to host the final round of the 2023 WorldSBK season

The MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship will be back at the iconic Circuito de Jerez – Angel Nieto for the 12th and final round of the 2023 season, on October 27th-29th. The Prometeon Spanish Round will replace the previously scheduled curtain-closer in Argentina.

The presence of Spain in WorldSBK began at Jerez in 1990 with the opening round of that season – the Championship returned to the Andalusian venue on several occasions – in the mid-2010s and more recently from 2019 to 2021. The Spanish venue has hosted 21 WorldSBK races in its history, with the latest held in September 2021.

With this latest update, the WorldSBK and WorldSSP seasons will conclude their respective campaigns at Jerez at the end of October. The WorldSSP300 season will finish as planned with the Pirelli Portuguese Round at Portimao from the 29th September to 1st October.

Arturo Bernal – Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports Junta of Andalusia:

“Our partnership with the FIM Superbike World Championship is long and lasting. We are happy to be able to announce this final event, which will surely attract many racing fans to the Circuito de Jerez. There is no better place than Andalusia to host this race. Our region is a guarantee of success in organising major sporting events. I want to thank the strong collaboration between the Junta de Andalucía, the Jerez City Council, and Dorna to give even more relevance to a city that is already known throughout the world for its link to motorsports.”

María José García Pelayo – Mayor, Jerez de la Frontera:

“It represents a great opportunity for Jerez and for the Circuit to see the return of WorldSBK. Jerez is once again positioning itself as a world motorcycling reference, as an emblematic circuit for riders, teams, and fans. A circuit that, with the return of WorldSBK, begins a new period of momentum. Hosting the round initially planned in Argentina at Jerez is a milestone, thanks to the collaboration of the City Council, the Junta de Andalusia, and Dorna. All three parties are aware that Jerez is an icon for world motorcycling, and that all the major motor racing events must go through the Circuito de Jerez.”

Gregorio Lavilla – WorldSBK Executive Director:

“We are delighted to bring the WorldSBK championship back to its roots at the legendary Circuito de Jerez – Angel Nieto for the final round of the 2023 season. Jerez holds a special place in the history of our sport, and it is only fitting that we conclude this remarkable season at a venue with such rich heritage. We look forward to witnessing the fierce competition and celebrating the sport’s legacy with the passionate fans in Andalusia.”

MotoGP: Rins Replacing Morbidelli At Monster Energy Yamaha

David Swarts

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August 2, 2023

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MotoGP: Rins Replacing Morbidelli At Monster Energy Yamaha

Yamaha Sign Alex Rins for the 2024 MotoGP Season as a Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Rider

Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. is delighted to announce that Alex Rins will be joining the Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Team for the 2024 season alongside Fabio Quartararo.

Silverstone (UK), 2nd August 2023

Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. is pleased to announce the signing of Alex Rins. He will be joining Yamaha‘s factory team rider line-up for the 2024 MotoGP season alongside Fabio Quartararo.

The vastly experienced Spaniard has many premier-class and lower-class race victories (6x MotoGP, 4x Moto2, 8x Moto3, 18 in total) and podiums (18x MotoGP, 17x Moto2, 23x Moto3, 58 in total) to his name. His vast experience and undeniable talent make him a fully qualified and welcome addition to the Yamaha rider line-up.

Following Rins‘ leg injury sustained in the 2023 Italian GP Sprint, MotoGP fans the world over eagerly anticipate his return to action. He underwent two surgeries and is working hard on making a full recovery.

LIN JARVIS
Managing Director, Yamaha Motor Racing

“We are delighted that Alex is joining the Yamaha line-up, and we warmly welcome him to the Yamaha MotoGP group.

“We expect Alex to be a great asset. He has vast experience as a MotoGP rider and is known to be a natural talent and a multi-time MotoGP class race winner. He already has experience with two other MotoGP manufacturers and has ridden bikes with similar characteristics to the YZR-M1, which should help him adapt quickly to our bike. His win in COTA earlier this year underlines his speed, hunger, and determination to succeed.

“Alex has been away from the MotoGP paddock for a while due to the injury he sustained at Mugello, but we are confident that he should be fully recovered and up to speed for the 2024 season. We are really looking forward to working with him and believe that he will collaborate well with Fabio and enhance the total performance of the Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Team.”

Alex Rins, Personal Profile

Date of Birth: 08-12-1995

Place of Birth: Barcelona

Nationality: Spanish

Height: 176cm

Weight: 72 kg

Grand Prix Debut: 2012 Qatar GP

MotoGP Debut: 2017 Qatar GP

First GP Win: 2013 Americas GP (Moto3)

First Premier Class Win: 2019 Americas GP

GP Wins: 18 (6x MotoGP, 4x Moto2, 8x Moto3)

GP Podiums: 58 (18x MotoGP, 17x Moto2, 23x Moto3)

Poles: 17 (4x Moto2, 13x Moto3)

Alex Rins, Racing Career

2023 MotoGP World Championship (13th – 47 points) [Injured since the Italian GP Sprint]

2022 MotoGP World Championship (7th – 173 points)

2021 MotoGP World Championship (13th – 99 points)

2020 MotoGP World Championship (3rd – 139 points)

2019 MotoGP World Championship (4th – 205 points)

2018 MotoGP World Championship (5th– 169 points)

2017 MotoGP World Championship (16th – 59 points)

2016 Moto2 World Championship (3rd – 214 points)

2015 Moto2 World Championship (2nd – 234 points)

2014 Moto3 World Championship (3rd – 237 points)

2013 Moto3 World Championship (2nd – 311 points)

2012 Moto3 World Championship (5th – 141 points)

Alex Rins, Rider Biography

Alex Rins won the CEV in 2011 before moving up to the Moto3 World Championship in 2012 and gaining the title of Rookie of the Year. A title contender down to the last corner in 2013, with more wins and podiums, the Spaniard was just beaten to the crown by compatriot Maverick Viñales.

After a more difficult 2014 affected slightly by injury, Rins moved to Moto2 for 2015 and was Rookie of the Year, taking two wins in his debut season in the intermediate class. A title challenger in 2016, the former National Champion finished the season in third after more impressive wins and podiums and moved up to MotoGP in 2017 with Team Suzuki Ecstar.

Despite some trouble with injury and missed races, Rins was impressive and took some top-five results as a rookie – a good springboard for his sophomore season. He went on to take five podiums in 2018 and consistently fight at the front: another solid foundation for 2019. The next step was claiming a maiden MotoGP victory at the Americas GP before repeating the feat in Silverstone.

2020 was another outstanding year for the Spaniard as he claimed victory in the Aragon GP as well as podium finishes in the Catalan, Teruel, and European GPs, helping him achieve third overall in the Championship.

2021, however, was a year to forget for Rins, with crashes at crucial times costing him dearly. He had opportunities on no fewer than six occasions but only tasted podium success once, at the British GP.

The Spaniard bounced back in 2022, delivering some superb performances despite real adversity. Top of the championship after five rounds, Suzuki‘s planned exit hit the team hard, resulting in a dip in form. But magnificent wins at Phillip Island and Valencia saw Rins finish the season as the in-form man, giving him great confidence heading into a new adventure with LCR Honda.

He started this year strong, securing a dominant win at COTA, but a leg injury sustained in the Italian GP Sprint temporarily halted his 2023 campaign. Rins underwent two surgeries, missing the Italian, German, and Dutch GP.

More, from another press release issued by Monster Energy Yamaha:

Yamaha-Morbidelli Partnership to End After 2023 MotoGP Season

Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. announces that Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP and Franco Morbidelli will go their separate ways after the 2023 MotoGP season.

Silverstone (UK), 2nd August 2023

Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. announces that its partnership with Franco Morbidelli will be discontinued at the end of 2023 when Morbidelli will move on to new racing challenges.

Since Morbidelli joined Yamaha in 2019, the Italian achieved six podiums: three victories, one second, and two third places. He also claimed two pole positions and was MotoGP Vice World Champion in 2020. After a short break due to a knee injury during the 2021 season, Morbido made a comeback at the San Marino GP as part of the Yamaha Factory Racing Team. In total he contested 74 GPs as a Yamaha rider so far.

Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd., Yamaha Motor Racing, and the Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Team are extremely grateful for Morbidelli‘s contributions, never-diminishing motivation, and his positive mindset. They look forward to sharing more memorable moments during the remaining 12 MotoGP rounds of 2023.

Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. wishes Morbidelli the very best in his future racing endeavours and reconfirms Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Team‘s full support for him for the remainder of the season to end their partnership on a high note.

LIN JARVIS
Managing Director, Yamaha Motor Racing

“First and foremost, I want to thank Franky for his hard work and dedication ever since he started with the Factory Team and also long before that when he was a Satellite rider for Yamaha. The Yamaha and Morbidelli partnership led to some great results, including an outstanding vice-champion title in 2020.

“It‘s a shame that the last two years didn‘t play out the way we both wanted and hoped for. We discussed the possibilities to continue our partnership, but ultimately we decided that 2024 would be a moment to make a change, both for Yamaha and for Franky.

“The team will proceed to fully support Franky in every way we can to close out our time spent together in the best possible way.”

Moto2: SDK Will Miss Silverstone To Continue Recovery

David Swarts

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August 2, 2023

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Moto2: SDK Will Miss Silverstone To Continue Recovery

Rory Skinner returns for British Grand Prix whilst Sean Dylan Kelly sits out Silverstone as his recovery continues.

After missing the last three races with a fractured talus bone, Rory makes a welcome return to the team in time for his home round at Silverstone where he made his Moto2 debut in 2022 with the team as a wildcard entry.

Unfortunately, SDK will miss the British Grand Prix as he continues his recovery from forearm surgery.

The American underwent a procedure during the summer break for arm pump issues which plagued him for the first half of the season. However, due to fluid build-up in the area, he will sit out the round at Silverstone as he targets Austria for his return.

Rory Skinner #33

It’s been a long 8/9 weeks since my accident at Mugello and it’s been a pretty boring road to recovery as there wasn’t a lot I could do with the complications of the injury. For the last two weeks, I’ve been back to training: cycling, in the gym, and riding bikes. It’s been really enjoyable being able to go back to doing all the things that I normally do.

I’m feeling good for Silverstone, I’m really looking forward to the weekend and being back with the team. It should be pretty enjoyable, my first home Grand Prix as a full-time Moto2 rider. Last year was amazing but I’m hoping this year will be even better.

Sean Dylan Kelly #4

This week I came over to Madrid to visit my doctors for a three-week check on my forearm surgery. Unfortunately, there was some liquid build-up in the same area where the scar tissue was last time which means they had to do a small procedure to remove the fluid and do some infiltration to prevent that from coming back and leading to actual scar tissue.

The hope of getting my arm back to 100% is still looking good, it just means that the recovery is pushed back a little bit as I have to keep my arm immobilised for another 7-10 days which means I have to miss out on racing at Silverstone. It’s not the news that I wanted to give but that’s the situation and obviously, I need to think about what’s most important right now and that’s my body.

I’m hoping to be back training right after Silverstone and to be back on my Moto2 bike in Austria. I want to thank everyone, especially my team, my management, and everyone around me for looking out for me and being with me during this tough time, and I hope to see you all in Austria!

MotoAmerica: JD Beach Riding Yamaha Superbike At PittRace

David Swarts

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August 2, 2023

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MotoAmerica: JD Beach Riding Yamaha Superbike At PittRace

Beach Joins Fresh N Lean Progressive Yamaha Racing at PIRC

JD Beach will fill in for Fresh N Lean Progressive Yamaha Racing’s Cameron Petersen at the MotoAmerica Superbike triple-header at Pittsburgh International Race Complex

MARIETTA, Ga. – August 2, 2023 – Fresh N Lean Progressive Yamaha Racing brings aboard JD Beach to race the MotoAmerica Superbike triple-header at the Pittsburgh International Race Complex on August 18-20. The flat track racer returns to the paddock to fill in for Cameron Petersen, who is focusing on returning to full fitness from a wrist injury that has sidelined him from the remaining rounds of the season.

Over the past five seasons, Beach has been battling for top honors in the American Flat Track Mission SuperTwins Championship with the Estenson Racing team aboard their Yamaha MT-07s. The multi-time road race champion with dirt track roots has enjoyed success with Yamaha in both disciplines and also has a history with Attack Performance. Beach raced for the team during his debut Superbike season in 2011 and also during the 2019 MotoAmerica Superbike season when he raced both MotoAmerica and AFT premier classes, scoring his first SuperTwins and Superbike victory on back-to-back weekends.

In addition to the PIRC round, Beach will head straight from the American Flat Track Sturgis Half-Mile to ride the Fresh N Lean Progressive Yamaha Racing R1 at the Circuit of the Americas (COTA) test on August 7-8. Josh Hayes, who rode Petersen’s bike this past weekend at Round 6 of the championship in Brainerd, Minnesota, will also ride the team’s R1 during the morning sessions on the first day of the COTA test. The fill-in rider for the final two rounds will be announced at a later date.

Richard Stanboli – Fresh N Lean Progressive Yamaha Racing Team Manager

“It will be a pleasure to work with JD again. He is always motivated and positive. We have some history together and good communication, so it will be very easy for him to jump right in and get to work. He last rode our R1 in 2021 at BIR as a last-minute fill-in rider. It will be interesting to get his reaction to our 2023 R1 and how it may compare to Josh Hayes’ comments, who will also be at our test next week. It should be good fun and a learning experience for everyone.”

JD Beach – Estenson Racing

“First off, I want to thank the Estenson Racing team for allowing me to do this. I’d also like to thank Yamaha and Attack for thinking of me to fill this role. I know I’ve got some big shoes to fill because Cam has been fast the last year and a half, as well as Hayes last weekend at Brainerd. I know this is going to be tough coming in as a fill-in rider, but I’m up for the challenge. I’m excited to get some seat time on a factory Superbike. I’m not sure that I will get the opportunity again, so I want to give it all I got. I want to do the best I can for the team and help them with the points, but I am also still focused on the final AFT rounds too.”

About Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (YMUS), is a recognized leader in the outdoor recreation industry. The company’s ever-expanding product offerings include Motorcycles and Scooters, ATV and Side-by-Side vehicles, Snowmobiles, WaveRunner Personal Watercraft, Boats, Outboard Motors, Outdoor Power Equipment, Power Assist Bicycles, Golf Cars, Power Assist Wheelchair Systems, Surface Mount Technology (SMT) and Robotic Machines, Unmanned Helicopters, Accessories, Apparel, Yamalube products, and much more. YMUS products are sold through a nationwide network of distributors and dealers in the United States.

YMUS has a corporate office in California, two corporate offices in Georgia, facilities in Wisconsin and Alabama, and factory operations in Tennessee and Georgia. Additional U.S.-based subsidiaries include Yamaha Marine Systems Company (YMSC) with divisions Bennett Marine (Florida), Kracor Systems (Wisconsin) and Siren Marine, Inc. (Rhode Island), Skeeter Boats (Texas), with division G3 Boats (Missouri), and Yamaha Precision Propeller (Indiana).

August 2023

Magazine Issue

Trudy Ulrich

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August 1, 2023

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On the Front Cover: Racing Editor Chris Ulrich has screaming fun riding
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MotoGP: Oliveira Reports He Is Nearly 100% Recovered From Shoulder Injury

David Swarts

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August 1, 2023

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MotoGP: Oliveira Reports He Is Nearly 100% Recovered From Shoulder Injury

CryptoDATA RNF MotoGP Team full throttle into the second half of 2023

Fresh from five weeks off, Miguel Oliveira and Raul Fernandez arrive in Silverstone this weekend for the ninth round of 2023, which initiates the second half of an intense season. Following a long recovery period after a challenging start of the season, both CryptoDATA RNF MotoGP riders are eager and fully fit to kick off this next phase with enthusiasm.

Miguel Oliveira had a difficult time coming back from a shoulder injury sustained at the Spanish GP, which was just the fourth round of the season. He fought his way back and worked on improving his condition in subsequent races at Mugello, Sachsenring, and Assen. However, he was relieved to have a well-deserved five-week break, allowing him ample time to fully recover ahead of this weekend’s British GP.

On the other side, Raul Fernandez faces his set of challenges at the beginning of the season fighting with an arm pump issue that eventually led him to getting surgery after the Spanish GP, resulting in his withdrawal at the French round but made a steady comeback during the three back to back rounds ahead of the summer break. The Spanish youngster is motivated to prove his worth now during the second half of the season.

For the remaining 12 rounds of 2023, the format has changed slightly. The British Grand Prix starts with Free Practice one at 10:45 local time (11:45 CET) on Friday, which means the session is not counted for Qualifying, while the 60 minutes Practice session on Friday afternoon at 15:00 local time (16:00 CET) will determine the entries for Qualifying one and two which takes place on Saturday.

This season, the MotoGP paddock will return to the impressive wing building that Formula one is already consistently using, which also changes the start-finish straight at the Silverstone Circuit.

MIGUEL OLIVEIRA

“I think it’s a great time to come back after such a long break, that was really helpful for me to recover my shoulder 100%. I came to a fitness level close to where I was at the start of the season. I obviously feel very confident and happy to get on working and really be competitive again back on my Aprilia RS-GP. It wasn’t the start of the season that we had hoped for, but we take on the second half and aim to bring back good results for all of us.”

RAUL FERNANDEZ

“I just had five weeks to prepare very well. After the surgery in May I think it will be interesting to try to do the second part of the season very well. Anyway, I am ready to go. I’m really happy to start again. I can’t stay at home anymore, because I just want to race. I can’t wait to arrive in Silverstone!”

Razlan Razali, Founder and Team Principal CryptoDATA RNF MotoGP Team

“That seemed to be a very long five weeks break, while we are not even in the middle of the season yet. We’re just going to the ninth round, which is Silverstone this weekend. We had a long break, but a good one at the same time, especially for our riders, Miguel and Raul. From my communication with them, they have recovered well, they are back to training. Miguel seems to have full strength on his shoulder and Raul probably had a good reset on his peace of mind, so we expect both riders to be 100% fit now. As I said, there are still 12 rounds to go, 24 races. It’s still a long season ahead of us, which is going to be tough, but at the same time, a great opportunity for the CryptoDATA RNF MotoGP Team to turn around our season. We had some bad luck in terms of riders’ fitness, so we hope we can turn our fortunes around and do well in this second half. We look forward to Silverstone with great anticipation, rejuvenated, very much motivated for the riders and the whole team, we can’t wait to get back to the track this week!”

Wilco Zeelenberg, Team Manager CryptoDATA RNF MotoGP Team

“We are very happy to start again, but also we needed the time off, basically to get the riders fitter than before the break. Raul was having surgery, feeling well but obviously an operation takes away a lot of power from the body to recover. So, for sure, in those five weeks you can get back into shape like before the surgery. Plus, the arm pump is gone, which was also important. For Miguel, it was a similar situation except the operation. He was recovering from a shoulder injury and we all know that this is very critical and specific. You never know how much damage the soft tissue has and it takes time. Therefore, we definitely needed the break to get stronger and more competitive. Although I have to say, they already did well before the break, even if we couldn’t perform the way we wished. I think we missed the timing in Qualifying a bit, which stopped us from progressing further. Now, after this long break, we have many races in a row. But first, let’s see what we can do in Paradise Island!”

Kawasaki Announces 2024 Ninja ZX-10R And Z900

David Swarts

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August 1, 2023

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Kawasaki Announces 2024 Ninja ZX-10R And Z900

2024 KAWASAKI NINJA® ZX™-10R AND Z900 MOTORCYCLE LINEUPS

Kawasaki is pleased to announce the return of two exciting models to its 2024 motorcycle lineup with the Ninja® ZX™-10R and Z900. The Ninja® ZX™-10R and eye-catching Ninja® ZX™-10R KRT Edition supersport will be available in both ABS and non-ABS versions. The Z900 ABS supernaked sportbike can be found in two color variations followed by the 2024 Z900 SE ABS.

KAWASAKI NINJA® ZX™-10R

The Kawasaki Ninja® ZX™-10R supersport continues to set the bar high in the pinnacle of road racing around the globe with unmatched success on the racetrack, including carrying Kawasaki to seven FIM Superbike World Championships (WorldSBK) since 2013. The Ninja ZX-10R has a 998cc in-line four-cylinder, 16-valve engine that balances power with manageability and its paired with the latest and most advanced electronics such as Kawasaki Cornering Management Function (KCMF), Bosch IMU, Sport-Kawasaki TRaction Control (S-KTRC), Kawasaki Launch Control Mode (KLCM), Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System (KIBS), Kawasaki Engine Brake Control, Kawasaki Quick Shifter (KQS), Öhlins Electronic Steering Damper and Power Modes.

An aluminum twin-spar frame, Showa Balance Free Front Fork (BFF), and horizontal back-link rear suspension with a Showa Balance Free Rear Cushion (BFRC) shock have been developed with technology straight from Kawasaki’s World Superbike factory racers and contribute to the Ninja ZX-10R’s cornering performance and light handling. The high-grade TFT (thin film transistor) color instrumentation with smartphone connectivity via RIDEOLOGY THE APP* and electronic cruise control further add to the high-grade appearance and convenience. The next-generation bodywork and styling with integrated winglets were designed with aerodynamic performance in mind and offer improved drag resistance and an increase in downforce, while its recently introduced air-cooled oil cooler increases cooling and boosts engine performance.

The 2024 Ninja ZX-10R is available in the Metallic Flat Spark Black / Ebony colorway while the Ninja ZX-10R KRT Edition features exclusive Kawasaki Racing Team (KRT) graphics with both made available as ABS and non-ABS models.

KAWASAKI Z900 ABS

The 2024 Z900 ABS naked sportbike features a host of advanced features and epitomizes Kawasaki’s belief of what the ideal supernaked should be. At 948cc with an ultra-lightweight chassis, every ride is met with exceptional power, responsiveness and excitement. The Z900 ABS features a 948cc liquid-cooled, in-line four-cylinder engine, trellis frame, Sugomi™-inspired Z styling, Kawasaki TRaction Control (KTRC), Power Mode and Integrated Riding Modes selection, Smartphone Connectivity via RIDEOLOGY THE APP*, TFT Color Instrumentation, LED headlamp, position lamp & license plate lamp, and Dunlop Sportmax RoadSport 2 Tires.

KAWASAKI Z900 SE ABS

The Kawasaki Z900 SE ABS supernaked channels many of the same great features found on its Z900 brethren. Additional features unique to the 2024 Z900 SE ABS include an upgraded Brembo front brake package, a large-diameter inverted fork with added compression damping adjustability, and an Öhlins S46 rear shock with remote preload adjuster. Together, these premium upgrades deliver improved handling, performance, and excitement in addition to the iconic eye-catching styling that makes this supernaked motorcycle stand out from the crowd.

*RIDEOLOGY THE APP is not intended for use during vehicle operation. Only use RIDEOLOGY THE APP when the vehicle is not being operated and it is safe to do so.

2024 Model Variations

Kawasaki Ninja® ZX™-10R

Color: Metallic Flat Spark Black / Ebony

MSRP: $17,799

Availability: Now

Kawasaki Ninja® ZX™-10R KRT Edition

Color: Lime Green / Ebony

MSRP: $17,799

Availability: Now

Kawasaki Ninja® ZX™-10R ABS

Color: Metallic Flat Spark Black / Ebony

MSRP: $18,799

Availability: Now

Kawasaki Ninja® ZX™-10R KRT Edition ABS

Color: Lime Green / Ebony

MSRP: $18,799

Availability: Now

Kawasaki Z900 ABS

Color: Metallic Spark Black / Metallic Matte Dark Gray, Candy Persimmon Red / Ebony*

MSRP: $9,799, *$10,099

Availability: Now

Kawasaki Z900 SE

Color: Metallic Spark Black / Metallic Matte Graphenesteel Gray / Candy Lime Green

MSRP: $11,299

Availability: Now

ABOUT KAWASAKI

Kawasaki started full-scale production of motorcycles over a half century ago. The first Kawasaki motorcycle engine was designed based on technical know-how garnered from the development and production of aircraft engines, and Kawasaki’s entry into the motorcycle industry was driven by the company’s constant effort to develop new technologies. Numerous new Kawasaki models introduced over the years have helped shape the market, and in the process have created enduring legends based on their unique engineering, power, design and riding pleasure. In the future, Kawasaki Motors, Ltd. is committed to maintaining and furthering these strengths which will surely give birth to new legends.

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) markets and distributes Kawasaki motorcycles, ATVs, side x sides, and JET SKI® watercraft through a network of approximately 1,100 independent retailers, with close to an additional 7,700 retailers specializing in general purpose engines. KMC and its affiliates employ nearly 3,100 people in the United States, with approximately 260 of them located at KMC’s Foothill Ranch, California headquarters.

Kawasaki’s tagline, “Let the Good Times Roll.®”, is recognized worldwide. The Kawasaki brand is synonymous with powerful, stylish and category-leading vehicles. Information about Kawasaki’s complete line of powersports products and Kawasaki affiliates can be found on the Internet at www.kawasaki.com.

AHRMA: Turpin Wins Again In Vintage Cup, At Gingerman

David Swarts

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August 1, 2023

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AHRMA: Turpin Wins Again In Vintage Cup, At Gingerman

Turpin wins AHRMA Vintage Cup again at Gingerman Raceway

(August 1, 2023, Knoxville, TN) Shane Turpin’s double victory has added a twist to the 2023 American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association (AHRMA) 2023 Vintage Cup.

Sponsored by Hagerty Insurance, Roadracingworld.com, and NYC Norton (nycnorton.com), AHRMA’s 2023 Vintage Cup features the Formula 750 (F750) class which includes 750cc two and four-stroke powered machines built up to 1972.

Turpin, sponsored by Larrabure Framing and Vee Two, was competing in the 13th and 14th rounds of the Vintage Cup held on July 29 and 30, 2023 in conjunction with the Bridgestone Tires AHRMA National Roadracing series at Gingerman Raceway in South Haven, MI.

Turpin dominated both rounds aboard a 1972 750cc Ducati Imola winning decisively Saturday and Sunday and adding another potential contender to the overall championship race.

“Shane put in another stellar performance on the Ducati, but it’s clear that Tim Joyce and Colton Roberts have no intention of giving in,” said Carl Anderson, AHRMA’s 2023 Chairman of the Board. “And, with Chris Spargo rejoining the fray at Blackhawk, we can look forward to another great race in a few days.”

Turpin’s competition included almost a dozen motorcycles from different manufacturers and designs. His air-cooled, four-stroke, “L” twin was joined on the grid by Joyce on a NYC Norton 1968 Seeley NRE 750, Roberts on a 1976 Yamaha RD400, Tony Read riding his 1973 Triumph Bonneville, Dan May on his 1972 BMW R75/5, and Walt Fulton on a “V” twin-powered Harley-Davidson, among others.

“With Turpin entering the fold at Laguna at a double points weekend and now winning both rounds at Gingerman, the potential for a championship is on the horizon. This strong push by Turpin in the second half of the season makes it exciting for all the players in this premier class as everyone steps up their game.” said Kenny Cummings of NYC Norton. “The profile of this featured class is as high as it gets in classic racing and I couldn’t be happier as a sponsor”

On Saturday, Joyce took the holeshot with Turpin hot on his tail. Turpin took the lead several turns later, increasing it throughout the race to take the checkered flag with Joyce taking second, and Roberts rounding out the podium.

The remaining field finished as follows: Read took fourth, May, placed fifth, Michael Dixon, riding his Michael Dixon, 1970 Yamaha XS finished sixth, Kevin Dinsmoor, on a 1967 CMR Seeley CB550, took seventh, Matt Esterline, on his 1977 Honda CB, eighth, Fulton nineth and Jeff Hargis finishing tenth on his 1972 Yamaha XS650.

Sunday was a repeat of Saturday as they crossed the checkered flag, but lap times showed that both parties stepped it up. Joyce again got the hole shot with Turpin on his tail. Turpin took the lead by turn 7 and again held it to the checkered flag with Joyce in hot pursuit. Roberts again rounded out the podium in third.

The balance of the field included Hargis in fourth, Reed fifth, Dixon sixth, Fulton seventh, Esterline eighth, and Dave Spanjar riding a 1968 Triumph Bonneville, coming in ninth.

Of special interest was the battle between Dan May, Michael Dixon and Kevin Dinsmoor: a fantastic 3-way battle between three racers who have joined the Vintage Cup competition. These racers bumped up from other classes, proving the Vintage Cup concept draws riders in and adds to the competition.

The annual Vintage Cup spotlights one of AHRMA’s road racing classes with extra attention on competitors in the selected class during each race event. Enhanced awards for the Vintage Cup competitors are presented separately from other class trophies during the Saturday awards ceremony at each AHRMA National Road Race event. Rounds fifteen and sixteen will be run at Blackhawk Farms in South Beloit, IL, August 5-6, 2023.

Highlights from each Formula 750 race will be reported in RoadracingWorld.com’s online edition. At the conclusion of each season, the perpetual Vintage Cup trophy will be engraved with the national champion winner’s name and presented to the winner at the National Awards Banquet to keep for one year.

2023 Bridgestone Tires AHRMA Roadracing Series, Formula 750 – Vintage Cup Results

Saturday, July 15, 2023

1. Shane Turpin, 1972 Ducati Imola, Scottsdale, AZ

2. Tim Joyce, 1968 Seeley NRE 750, Springfield, VT

3. Colton Roberts, 1976 Yamaha RD400, Pawnee, IL

4. Tony Read, 1973 Triumph Bonneville, Charlotte, TN

5. Daniel May, 1972 BMW R75/5, Wilmette, IL

6. Michael Dixon, 1970 Yamaha XS, Wataga, IL

7. Kevin Dinsmoor, 1967 CMR Seeley CB550, Colchester, CT

8. Matt Esterline, 1977 Honda CB750, Portage, MI

9. Walt Fulton, 1972 Harley Davidson XR750, Montrose, CO

10. Jeff Hargis, 1972 Yamaha XS650, Battle Creek, MI

Sunday, July 16, 2023

1. Shane Turpin, 1972 Ducati Imola, Scottsdale, AZ

2. Tim Joyce, 1968 Seeley NRE 750, Springfield, VT

3. Colton Roberts, 1976 Yamaha RD400, Pawnee, IL

4. Jeff Hargis, 1972 Yamaha XS650, Battle Creek, MI

5. Tony Read, 1973 Triumph Bonneville ,Charlotte, TN

6. Michael Dixon, 1970 Yamaha XS, Wataga, IL

7. Walt Fulton, 1972 Harley Davidson XR750, Montrose, CO

8. Matt Esterline, 1977 Honda CB750, Portage, MI

9. David Spanjar, 1968 Triumph Bonneville, West Bend, WI

About AHRMA:

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

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

David Swarts

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August 1, 2023

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

The following track days, riding schools, and racing events are scheduled by organizations based in the United States and Canada during August 2023.

Motorcycle track days, riding schools, and races are posted under the Event Calendar tab on the home page of this website, or you can access the Event Calendar for August 2023 directly by clicking HERE.

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

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

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

8/1 2Fast Motorcycle Track Days & Instruction, Ridge Motorsports Park, Shelton, WA

8/1-2 The Riders Club Track Days, Summit Point Motorsports Park, Summit Point, WV

8/1-5 Super Sonic Road Race School & CMSBK Track Days (Minis, Canada), Lombardy Raceway Karting, Lombardy, ON

8/2 Pineview Run Two Wheel Wednesday Track Days, Pineview Run Auto & Country Club, LaFayette, NY

8/2-3 California Superbike School, VIRginia International Raceway, Alton, VA

8/3 Sportbike Track Time Track Days, Gingerman Raceway, S. Haven, MI (Bike Night)

8/4 AHRMA Academy of Roadracing, Track Days & Ed Bargy Advanced Track Riding Technique Workshop, Blackhawk Farms Raceway, South Beloit, IL

8/4 Penguin Riding School, New Hampshire Motor Speedway, Loudon, NH

8/4-5 Optimum Performance Rider Training Track Days, Ridge Motorsports Park, Shelton, WA

8/4-6 (Bridgestone) AHRMA American Historic Racing Series, Blackhawk Farms Raceway, South Beloit, IL

8/4-6 CMRA Series, Eagles Canyon Raceway, Decatur, TX

8/4-6 Evolve GT School and Track Days, Pittsburgh International Race Complex, Wampum, PA

8/4-6 Sportbike Track Time Track Days, Gingerman Raceway, S. Haven, MI

8/5 Classic Track Day, Willow Springs International Raceway, Rosamond, CA

8/5 NJMiniGP (Minis) Track Days, New Jersey Motorsports Park, Millville, NJ

8/5 SoCal Supermoto School, Adams Motorsport Park, Riverside, CA

8/5 Team Pro-Motion Track Days & Schools, Pocono Raceway, Long Pond, PA

8/5 UtahSBA New Racer Certification (NRC) and Advanced Rider Training (ART), Utah Motorsports Campus, Grantsville, UT

8/5-6 Alaska Motorcycle Road Racing Series and Track Days, Tanacross Race Course, Tok, AK

8/5-6 ASM Motosport Advanced Riding Course And Trackdays (Canada), Sanair Super Speedway, St-Pie, QC

8/5-6 Canadian Mini Superbike Championship Series (CMSBK) (Minis, Canada), Lombardy Raceway Karting, Lombardy, ON

8/5-6 Fasttrax Motorcycle Performance Track Days, Nelson Ledges Road Course, Garrettsville, OH

8/5-6 FIM MiniGP Canada Series (Minis, Canada), Lombardy Raceway Karting, Lombardy, ON

8/5-6 Fun Track Dayz, Thunderhill Raceway Park, Willows, CA

8/5-6 HART Rider Training/Motorcycle Lapping Days, Hallett Motor Racing Circuit, Hallett, OK

8/5-6 Motorheads Track Attacks Track Days (Canada), Stratotech Park Int’l Raceway, Ft. Saskatchewan, AB

8/5-6 N2 Track Days, Roebling Road Raceway, Bloomingdale, GA

8/5-6 NEMRR Series, New Hampshire Motor Speedway, Loudon, NH

8/5-6 NJMiniGP Series (Minis), New Jersey Motorsports Park (Avenger), Millville, NJ

8/5-6 Sportbike Track Time Track Days, Talladega Gran Prix Raceway, Munford, AL

8/5-6 Superbike-Coach Corp. (Schools), Buttonwillow Raceway Park, Buttonwillow, CA

8/5-6 Track Day Winner Track Days, Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, Braselton, GA

8/5-6 TrackDaz Track Days, Buttonwillow Raceway Park, Buttonwillow, CA

8/6 (Progressive) AMA Pro American Flat Track (AFT), Black Hills Half-Mile, Rapid City, SD

8/6 ZARS Advanced Riding Schools & Track Days, Dakota County Technical College, Rosemount, MN

8/6-7 N2 Track Days, Summit Point Motorsports Park, Summit Point, WV

8/6-7 The Riders Club Track Days, New Jersey Motorsports Park, Millville, NJ

8/7-8 California Superbike School, Pittsburgh International Race Complex, Wampum, PA

8/7-8 Cornerspin School: Roadracing In The Dirt (Dirt Track School), Cornerspin Facility, Spencer, NC

8/7-8 Fishtail Riding School, Club Motorsports, Tamworth, NH

8/7-8 Pro 6 Cycle Inc. Track Days (Canada), Calabogie Motorsports Park, Calabogie, ON

8/7-8 Yamaha Champions Riding School, Autobahn Country Club, Joliet, IL

8/8-9 HardNoX Track Dayz (Canada), Area 27, Oliver, BC

8/9 Pineview Run Two Wheel Wednesday Track Days, Pineview Run Auto & Country Club, LaFayette, NY

8/9 Road America Motorplex Open Track Days, Road America, Elkhart Lake, WI

8/9 Shannonville Motorsport Park Motorcycle Lapping Days (Canada), Shannonville Motorsport Park, Shannonville, ON

8/9-10 California Superbike School, Pittsburgh International Race Complex, Wampum, PA

8/11 Apex Track Days, Utah Motorsports Campus, Grantsville, UT

8/11 ARL Track Days And High Performance Riding Academy (Canada), Atlantic Motorsport Park, Mill Village, NS

8/11 Edmonton Motorcycle Roadracing Association (EMRA) Track Days (Canada), Stratotech Park Int’l Raceway, Ft. Saskatchewan, AB

8/11 MARRC Racing School and Track Days, Summit Point Motorsports Park, Summit Point, WV

8/11 N2 Track Days, Pittsburgh International Race Complex, Wampum, PA

8/11 Tactical Motorcycle Dynamics Track Days, Utah Motorsports Campus, Grantsville, UT

8/11 Westwood Motorcycle Racing Club School & Track Days, Mission Raceway Park, Mission, BC

8/11-12 (Dunlop) N2/WERA Endurance Series, Pittsburgh International Race Complex, Wampum, PA

8/11-13 CRA (Central Roadracing Association) Series, Brainerd International Raceway (Competition Course), Brainerd, MN

8/11-13 (Pirelli) WERA National Challenge Co-Sanctioned by AMA, Pittsburgh International Race Complex, Wampum, PA

8/11-13 WERA Sportsman Series North Central Region, Pittsburgh International Race Complex, Wampum, PA

8/12 (Progressive) AMA Pro American Flat Track (AFT), Castle Rock TT, Castle Rock Race Park, Castle Rock, WA

8/12 AMA Sanctioned ASRA Team Challenge Series Presented by Michelin Tire, Summit Point Motorsports Park, Summit Point, WV

8/12 Legion Moto Trackdays, Pueblo Motorsports Park, Pueblo, CO

8/12 Sandy Hook Mini Moto Road Race Series (Minis), Sandy Hook Speedway, Street, MD

8/12-13 ARL Series (Canada), Atlantic Motorsport Park, Mill Village, NS

8/12-13 Carters@thetrack Track Days, Thunderhill Raceway Park, Willows, CA

8/12-13 CCS Atlantic/Mid-Atlantic Roadracing Championship Series, Summit Point Motorsports Park, Summit Point, WV

8/12-13 EMRA Series (Canada), Stratotech Park Int’l Raceway, Ft. Saskatchewan, AB

8/12-13 Evolve GT School and Track Days, NCBIKE, Garysburg, NC

8/12-13 Motogladiator Series, NCBIKE, Garysburg, NC

8/12-13 Performance Riding Experience (PRE) Track Days, Carolina Motorsports Park, Kershaw, SC

8/12-13 RideSmart Motorcycle School, G2 Motorsports Park, Anna, TX

8/12-13 SMRI Series, Sandia Motorsports Park, Albuquerque, NM

8/12-13 Sportbike Track Time Track Days, Barber Motorsports Park, Birmingham, AL

8/12-13 Sportbike Track Time Track Days, Putnam Park Road Course, Mt. Meridian, IN

8/12-13 USCRA Road Racing Series (Vintage), Canaan Motor Club, Canaan, NH

8/12-13 UtahSBA Series, Utah Motorsports Campus, Grantsville, UT

8/12-13 WMRC Series (Canada), Mission Raceway Park, Mission, BC

8/13 Superbike-Coach Corp. (Schools), Little 99 Raceway, Stockton, CA

8/13-14 Tony’s Track Days, Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park, Thompson, CT

8/14 Motovid.com All Levels Motorcycle Track Days/Performance Riding Clinics, Road America Elkhart Lake, WI

8/14 The Riders Club Track Days, New Jersey Motorsports Park, Millville, NJ

8/14-15 California Superbike School, New Jersey Motorsports Park, Millville, NJ

8/14-15 Track Time Track Days With Ken Hill, Ridge Motorsports Park, Shelton, WA

8/14-15 Yamaha Champions Riding School, Pittsburgh International Race Complex, Wampum, PA

8/14-15 Z² Track Days, Sonoma Raceway, Sonoma, CA

8/14-16 Pro 6 Cycle Inc. Track Days (Canada), Canadian Tire Motorsports Park, Bowmanville, ON

8/14-17 Super Sonic Road Race School & CMSBK Track Days (Minis, Canada), Canadian Tire Motorsport Park, Bowmanville, ON

8/16 Pineview Run Two Wheel Wednesday Track Days, Pineview Run Auto & Country Club, LaFayette, NY

8/16 Road America Motorplex Open Track Days, Road America, Elkhart Lake, WI

8/16-17 California Superbike School, New Jersey Motorsports Park, Millville, NJ

8/18 ARL Track Days And High Performance Riding Academy (Canada), Atlantic Motorsport Park, Mill Village, NS

8/18 Penguin Riding School, New Hampshire Motor Speedway, Loudon, NH

8/18 Sportbike Track Time Track Days, Talladega Gran Prix Raceway, Munford, AL

8/18-19 HardNoX Track Dayz (Canada), Rocky Mountain Motorsports, Carstairs, AB

8/18-19 (Mission) MotoAmerica Mini Cup by Motul Series (Minis), Pittsburgh International Race Complex, Wampum, PA

8/18-20 MotoAmerica AMA/FIM North American Road Racing Series, Pittsburgh International Race Complex, Wampum, PA

8/19 SoCal Supermoto School, Adams Motorsport Park, Riverside, CA

8/19 TrackAddix/Ducati Omaha Racing Series, Motorsports Park Hastings, Hastings, NE

8/19-20 2Fast Motorcycle Track Days & Instruction, Oregon Raceway Park, Grass Valley, OR

8/19-20 AMA Sanctioned ASRA Championship Series Presented by Pirelli Tire, Roebling Road Raceway, Bloomingdale, GA

8/19-20 CCS Florida Roadracing Championship Series, Roebling Road Raceway, Bloomingdale, GA

8/19-20 Cornerspin School: Roadracing In The Dirt (Dirt Track School), Cornerspin Facility, Spencer, NC

8/19-20 Evolve GT School and Track Days, Pineview Run Auto & Country Club, LaFayette, NY

8/19-20 Higgy’s On The Track Track Days (Canada), Vancouver Island Motorsports Circuit, Duncan, BC

8/19-20 N2 Track Days, Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, Braselton, GA

8/19-20 NorthWest Mini Moto & Endurance Challenge (Minis), Mac Track, McMinnville, OR

8/19-20 Pacific Track Time Track Days, Thunderhill Raceway Park, Willows, CA

8/19-20 Superbike-Coach Corp. (Schools), Thunderhill Raceway Park, Willows, CA

8/19-20 Texas Mini Grand Prix Series (Minis), Gulf Coast Kartway, Katy, TX

8/19-20 Total Control Training (School, Canada), Lakefield, Ontario, Canada

8/19-20 Track Day Winner Track Days, NCM Motorsports Park, Bowling Green, KY

8/19-20 WERA Sportsman Series Mid-Central/Southeast Region, Talladega Gran Prix Raceway, Munford, AL

8/19-20 ZARS Advanced Riding Schools & Track Days, Dakota County Technical College, Rosemount, MN

8/20 Central Illinois Mini Moto Series (Minis), Mid-State Kart Club, Mechanicsburg, IL

8/20 Florida Track Days, Homestead-Miami Speedway, Homestead, FL

8/20 John Long’s Longevity Racing School, Homestead-Miami Speedway, Homestead, FL

8/20 Optimum Performance Rider Training Track Days, Ridge Motorsports Park, Shelton, WA

8/20 TrackAddix/Ducati Omaha Track Days, Motorsports Park Hastings, Hastings, NE

8/20-21 Fun Track Dayz, Thunderhill Raceway Park, Willows, CA

8/20-21 The Riders Club Track Days, New Jersey Motorsports Park, Millville, NJ

8/21 Fishtail Riding School, Palmer Motorsports Park, Palmer, MA

8/21 Penguin Riding School, Pittsburgh International Race Complex, Wampum, PA

8/21-22 California Superbike School, Ridge Motorsports Park, Shelton, WA

8/21-22 Sportbike Track Time Track Days, Road America, Elkhart Lake, WI

8/23 Pineview Run Two Wheel Wednesday Track Days, Pineview Run Auto & Country Club, LaFayette, NY

8/23-24 California Superbike School, Ridge Motorsports Park, Shelton, WA

8/23-24 Super Sonic Road Race School & CMSBK Track Days (Minis, Canada), Flamboro Speedway, Millgrove, ON

8/24 2Fast Motorcycle Track Days & Instruction, Pacific Raceways, Kent, WA

8/24 HardNoX Track Dayz (Canada), Rocky Mountain Motorsports, Carstairs, AB

8/24 Road America Motorplex Open Track Days, Road America, Elkhart Lake, WI

8/24-25 Shannonville Motorsport Park Motorcycle Lapping Days (Canada), Shannonville Motorsport Park, Shannonville, ON

8/25 RideSmart Motorcycle School, MotorSport Ranch, Cresson, TX

8/25-26 2 Wheels Track Days, Streets of Willow, Rosamond, CA

8/25-27 ARL Track Days And High Performance Riding Academy (Canada), Atlantic Motorsport Park, Mill Village, NS

8/25-27 CMRA Series, MotorSport Ranch, Cresson, TX

8/25-27 SOAR Series (Canada), Grand Bend Motorplex, Grand Bend, ON

8/26 Learning Curves Racing/Riding School, Autobahn Country Club, Joliet, IL

8/26 NJMiniGP (Minis) Track Days, New York Race Complex, Morrisontown, NY

8/26 Southeast Mini Moto Series (Minis), Lamar County Speedway, Barnesville, GA

8/26 Total Control Training (School), Lakefield, Ontario, Canada

8/26-27 2Fast Motorcycle Track Days & Instruction, Oregon Raceway Park, Grass Valley, OR

8/26-27 CCS Mid-West Roadracing Championship Series, Autobahn Country Club, Joliet, IL

8/26-27 Evolve GT School and Track Days, Polecat Training Center, Fayetteville, TN

8/26-27 HART Rider Training/Motorcycle Lapping Days, Hallett Motor Racing Circuit, Hallett, OK

8/26-27 Legion Moto Trackdays, Heartland Motorsports Park, Topeka, KS

8/26-27 MRA Series, High Plains Raceway, Deer Trail, CO

8/26-27 MRA Series (Canada), Gimli Motorsports Park, Gimli, MB

8/26-27 N2 Track Days, Carolina Motorsports Park, Kershaw, SC

8/26-27 PanAmerican Superbike Series, Roebling Road Raceway, Bloomingdale, GA

8/26-27 Sportbike Track Time Track Days, Grattan Raceway, Belding, MI

8/26-27 The Riders Club Track Days, New Jersey Motorsports Park, Millville, NJ

8/27 ASM Motosport Advanced Riding Course And Trackdays (Canada), Sanair Super Speedway, St-Pie, QC

8/27 MotoCorsa Track Days, Portland International Raceway, Portland, OR

8/27 Superbike-Coach Corp. (Schools), Thunderhill Raceway Park, Willows, CA

8/27 Team Pro-Motion Track Days & Schools, Pocono Raceway, Long Pond, PA

8/27 Total Control Training (School), MCC Motorcycle Center, Villa Park, IL

8/27-28 Roger Lyle’s Motorcycle Xcitement Track Days and Road Racing School, Summit Point Motorsports Park, Summit Point, WV

8/28-29 2Fast Motorcycle Track Days & Instruction, Ridge Motorsports Park, Shelton, WA

8/28-29 The Mid-Ohio School’s Performance Track Riding School, Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, Lexington, OH

8/28-29 Total Control Training (School), Pittsburgh International Race Complex, Wampum, PA

8/30 Pineview Run Two Wheel Wednesday Track Days, Pineview Run Auto & Country Club, LaFayette, NY

8/30-31 Super Sonic Road Race School & CMSBK Track Days (Minis, Canada), Flamboro Speedway, Millgrove, ON

8/31-9/1 Total Control Training (School), Pocono Raceway, Long Pond, PA

Willow Springs International Raceway: Big Willow Track Being Repaved

David Swarts

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August 1, 2023

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Willow Springs International Raceway: Big Willow Track Being Repaved

Willow Springs Schedules Major Repaving Project

by Michael Gougis

The 2.5-mile circuit at Willow Springs International Raceway, informally known as “Big Willow” or “The Fastest Road In The West,” is scheduled for a major repaving project, a spokesperson for the track says.

“We are repaving the first half of Big Willow (2.5 mile course) from Turn One up through the Omega and down to Turn Six,” says Christine Banghart. “The repave will be well before Turn One so that even the faster cars will be on the new pavement before they need to start braking so there is no transition they have to worry about. We are planning to complete the other half this same time next year, if all goes to plan.”

Repaving the first half of the track is scheduled to start on or about August 7 and the track is scheduled to be closed until August 24.

The nine-turn circuit was built in 1953 and hosted its first race on November 23 of that year. It is noteworthy for the fact that it hosted the first FIM 500cc Grand Prix motorcycle race in North America, according to the track’s website, and the State of California declared Willow Springs International Raceway as a California Point of Historical Interest in 1996.

WorldSBK: Jerez Hosting 2023 Season Finale

August 2, 2023

Circuito de Jerez-Angel Nieto, in Spain. Photo by Polarity Photo, courtesy KTM.

Jerez to host the final round of the 2023 WorldSBK season

The MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship will be back at the iconic Circuito de Jerez – Angel Nieto for the 12th and final round of the 2023 season, on October 27th-29th. The Prometeon Spanish Round will replace the previously scheduled curtain-closer in Argentina.

The presence of Spain in WorldSBK began at Jerez in 1990 with the opening round of that season – the Championship returned to the Andalusian venue on several occasions – in the mid-2010s and more recently from 2019 to 2021. The Spanish venue has hosted 21 WorldSBK races in its history, with the latest held in September 2021.

With this latest update, the WorldSBK and WorldSSP seasons will conclude their respective campaigns at Jerez at the end of October. The WorldSSP300 season will finish as planned with the Pirelli Portuguese Round at Portimao from the 29th September to 1st October.

Arturo Bernal – Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports Junta of Andalusia:

“Our partnership with the FIM Superbike World Championship is long and lasting. We are happy to be able to announce this final event, which will surely attract many racing fans to the Circuito de Jerez. There is no better place than Andalusia to host this race. Our region is a guarantee of success in organising major sporting events. I want to thank the strong collaboration between the Junta de Andalucía, the Jerez City Council, and Dorna to give even more relevance to a city that is already known throughout the world for its link to motorsports.”

María José García Pelayo – Mayor, Jerez de la Frontera:

“It represents a great opportunity for Jerez and for the Circuit to see the return of WorldSBK. Jerez is once again positioning itself as a world motorcycling reference, as an emblematic circuit for riders, teams, and fans. A circuit that, with the return of WorldSBK, begins a new period of momentum. Hosting the round initially planned in Argentina at Jerez is a milestone, thanks to the collaboration of the City Council, the Junta de Andalusia, and Dorna. All three parties are aware that Jerez is an icon for world motorcycling, and that all the major motor racing events must go through the Circuito de Jerez.”

Gregorio Lavilla – WorldSBK Executive Director:

“We are delighted to bring the WorldSBK championship back to its roots at the legendary Circuito de Jerez – Angel Nieto for the final round of the 2023 season. Jerez holds a special place in the history of our sport, and it is only fitting that we conclude this remarkable season at a venue with such rich heritage. We look forward to witnessing the fierce competition and celebrating the sport’s legacy with the passionate fans in Andalusia.”

MotoGP: Rins Replacing Morbidelli At Monster Energy Yamaha

August 2, 2023

Alex Rins (42). Photo courtesy Dorna. — Alex Rins (42), on his way to victory at COTA earlier this season. Photo courtesy Dorna.