Mad for Fun: Ducati Expands the Monster Range With the SP Version, Even Sportier and More Fun
The “SP” represents the top-of-the-range Ducati Monster and is designed to enhance the fun in sporty riding and the style of the bike, thanks to the MotoGP-inspired livery
Benchmark components for those who love sporty riding: Öhlins suspension, Brembo Stylema® front calipers, Termignoni approved silencer, Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tires, steering damper and lithium-ion battery
More efficacy and safety: electronics recalibrated from a sporting point of view and introduction of the new Riding Mode Wet
Borgo Panigale, Bologna, September 15, 2022 – In the second episode of the Ducati World Première web series 2023, Ducati presented the new Monster SP: a version designed to enhance the fun, thanks to a perfect package of technical equipment for those who love sporty riding.
Presented in 2021, the Monster represents all the essence of Ducati in the most compact, essential and lightest form possible. The recipe is the original 1993 one: a sporty engine, but perfect for road use, combined with a Superbike-derived frame—everything you need to have fun every day.
The heart of the Monster is the Testastretta 11° engine, a liquid-cooled 4-valve twin with 111 hp and desmodromic distribution. Its Front Frame, inspired by the Panigale V4, is an extremely light and compact aluminum frame fixed directly to the engine heads. The modern reinterpretation of the recipe gave life to the Naked segment of motorcycles, which is making new generations of Monsteristi fall in love with it.
The right side of a 2023 Ducati Monster SP. Photo courtesy Ducati.
A concept as simple as it is effective takes a further step forward with the arrival of the Monster SP. This model is characterized by a series of high-quality components that make the bike even lighter, more effective and fun in sporty riding, and more aggressive from an aesthetic point of view.
The sporty nature of the Monster SP can be seen immediately thanks to the livery that incorporates the 2022 colors of the Ducati Lenovo Team’s Desmosedici GP, the golden anodizing of the Öhlins NIX30 fork and the presence of a Termignoni approved silencer as standard. Mainly high-quality details are the red saddle, which is integrated with the tail in the side view, the Monster SP logo on the passenger seat cover and the Ducati logo on the fuel tank, which is larger and inspired by the Panigale V4 graphics.
A 2023 Ducati Monster SP at rest. Photo courtesy Ducati.
Monster SP gives the possibility to enjoy greater performance in sporty riding. This version has better braking capability, reduced load transfers and greater precision in all riding conditions.
The fully adjustable Öhlins suspension, with the fork 1.3 lbs. (0.6 kg) lighter than the one used on the Monster and Monster +, increase the feeling, ground clearance and consequently the lean angle. The suspension system can also count upon a sportier setup, which improves the dynamic qualities of the Monster SP when riding on mixed roads and opens the possibility of having fun even among the curbs of a racetrack.
Also, the upgrade of the braking system with Brembo Stylema® calipers and aluminum flanges for the 12.6 in (320 mm) front brake discs (1.1 lbs. lighter than the Monster equipment) makes the Monster SP higher performing when braking, but, at the same time, more agile thanks to the reduction of inertia at the front. The weight savings of the bike also comes with the adoption of a lithium-ion battery, which brings the overall weight saving to about 4.4 lbs. (2 kg) in running order compared to the standard model (already a benchmark in the category for lightness), despite the addition of components such as the steering damper and the windshield.
The left side of a 2023 Ducati Monster SP. Photo courtesy Ducati.
The sporting potential of the Monster SP is further enhanced by the steering damper, which improves stability under acceleration and cornering, as well as by the presence of original equipment of Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tires, the manufacturer’s flagship offering for sporty riding on the road. In addition, the electronics see a general recalibration of all the Riding Modes, and therefore of all the electronic controls, to make the most of the changes made to the chassis, and the arrival of the new Wet Riding Mode, designed to offer greater safety on the bikes on wet surfaces.
The electronic sector of the Monster is at the top of the segment. The standard equipment includes ABS Cornering, Ducati Traction Control and Ducati Wheelie Control, all adjustable to various levels of intervention. The new Monster SP’s sporty character is underlined by the Launch Control, which ensures consistent lightning-fast starts. This top-of-the-range motorcycle equipment allows the Monster SP to express its full performance safely.
The Sport, Touring and Wet Riding Modes allow you to shape the Monster’s character according to tastes and needs. Everything is easily managed through the handlebar controls and the 4.3” color TFT dashboard, featuring racing graphics that echo those of the Panigale V4, with a large rev counter and a complete set of information on the left, including that of the gear indicator.
The Ducati Monster SP will be available in U.S. dealerships in the Ducati network starting from February 2023 and in March 2023 for Canadian dealers, with a starting MSRP of $15,595 USD in the United States and $18,295 CAD in Canada.
Yamaha Motor Europe is pleased to announce that 2021 Moto2 World Champion Remy Gardner will contest the FIM Superbike World Championship with Yamaha from 2023, after an agreement was reached this week with the 24-year-old Australian.
Gardner has enjoyed a successful career in the Grand Prix paddock, which began with three wildcard entries in the 2014 Moto3 World Championship. After completing his first full season the following year, the Australian impressed on his Moto2 debut as a replacement rider at Barcelona, which saw him retained for the remaining 2016 rounds.
Gardner became a consistent points-scorer in the championship over the next few seasons, and in 2019 he scored a breakthrough podium with second in Argentina. In 2020, he was one of the Moto2 standouts, celebrating four podiums including a stunning maiden victory at the Portimão finale from pole position, ending the season sixth in the standings.
In 2021, Gardner enjoyed several exceptional performances, winning five times and taking 12 podiums, while he placed inside the top 10 in every race he finished. He was crowned the Moto2 World Champion at the Valencia finale, before being promoted to the premier MotoGP class for the 2022 season.
In his MotoGP rookie season, Gardner has demonstrated strong progression and a level of determination that will serve him well in 2023, as he takes on a new challenge aboard the race proven Yamaha R1 in the GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team.
ANDREA DOSOLI
(Yamaha Motor Europe Road Racing Manager)
“Remy is an exciting young talent, who boasts an impressive career inside the Grand Prix paddock. We are obviously delighted to have a rider on board who’s not only shown great progression but has experience at the top level of motorcycle racing. We believe that he is the perfect fit for Yamaha’s WorldSBK programme and are keen to see what he can do on one of our R1 WorldSBK machines. We’d also like to thank Garrett Gerloff for his commitment to Yamaha these past three seasons and we wish him all the best for the future.”
FILIPPO CONTI
(GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team, Team Manager)
“We are delighted to welcome Remy to our team. He fits perfectly with our programme, and is a top rider who has proven his abilities as a World Champion in the Grand Prix paddock. We strongly believe he will be a great asset for Yamaha and the GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team. At the same time, we would like to thank Garrett for the three years we have spent together. We are parting ways at the end of the season but highly respect him, so wish him all the best.”
Garrett Gerloff joins the BMW Motorrad Motorsport family in 2023.
American Garrett Gerloff will start in the FIM Superbike World Championship as a BMW Motorrad factory rider from 2023.
Gerloff races for the Bonovo action BMW Racing Team next season.
Marc Bongers: “We are confident that Garrett Gerloff will fit very nicely into our squad of BMW Motorrad factory riders and will further strengthen our project.”
Munich. BMW Motorrad Motorsport will welcome an addition from the United States of America next year. American Garrett Gerloff will compete as a BMW Motorrad factory rider in the FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) from 2023. The 27-year-old will start for the Bonovo action BMW Racing Team next season.
Gerloff started his career in the USA, where he raced in various championships. In 2016 and 2017 he was crowned MotoAmerica Supersport champion. In the following two years, he enjoyed success in the MotoAmerica Superbike Championship. Since 2020, Gerloff has competed in the World Superbike Championship, where he has repeatedly demonstrated his ability and speed. He impressed with three podiums in his first season in this fiercely-competitive championship. A further two were to follow last year.
“Howdy, and welcome to the BMW Motorrad Motorsport family, Garrett Gerloff,” said BMW Motorrad Motorsport Director Marc Bongers. “We have always followed his development in WorldSBK over the past few years. He showed from the outset that he is fast and talented. He has now matured as a rider. We are thrilled to have Garrett on board from next season. We are confident that Garrett will fit very nicely into our squad of BMW Motorrad factory riders and will further strengthen our project. He will help the Bonovo action BMW Racing Team to take the next step towards the top next season.”
Jürgen Röder, Bonovo action BMW Racing Team owner, said: “We are overjoyed that a rider like Garrett Gerloff is joining the Bonovo action team! We are very much looking forward to working together and are confident that we will embark on an excellent 2023 season with him. I hope that we can provide whatever Garrett wants and envisions and I think then we’ll be well positioned for the new season.”
Championship-Bred Suzuki GSX-R Sportbikes, GSX-S, and SV Street Bikes Launch for 2023
Brea, CA (September 14, 2022) – Winning pedigree is back for the 2023 GSX-R, GSX-S, and SV motorcycle lineup. The ultra-high-performance GSX-Rs are sure to thrill riders with rail-like handling and mind-bending acceleration. While the street bikes with the likes of the GSX-S and SV will have you riding in style and performance whether you are commuting through the highway or carving the canyons. Suzuki is proud to launch the 2023 GSX-R and GSX-S motorcycles.
Sport
GSX-R1000R – At the pinnacle of the GSX-R product line of ultra-high-performance motorcycles, the 2023 GSX-R1000R’s championship-winning engine combines high-performance engineering with thrilling performance and tractability. Cutting edge traction control*, launch control, and a bi-directional quick shifter help deliver an unparalleled sport riding experience.
The GSX-R1000R offers high-quality Showa BFF and BFRC-Lite suspension components delivering a suspension feel that helps riders rule any track day or mountain pass. Up-front, stainless-steel brake lines, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc brake calipers grasp a pair of 320mm Brembo T-drive floating brake rotors for incredibly strong stopping power with outstanding braking response and lever feel.
For 2023, the GSX-R1000R rules the street or track in three color options. A historic Metallic Triton Blue and Metallic Mystic Silver paint scheme evocative of Suzuki’s MotoGP bikes, a stunning Metallic Matte Black and Glass Sparkle Black, or a Pearl Brilliant White and Metallic Matte Stellar Blue paint scheme.
The GSX-R1000R continues its reign as the best liter-class supersport offering excitement with a proven combination of stellar reliability, durability, usability, and overall high performance with excellent racing potential. All delivered in a striking package augmenting the GSX-R’s 35+ year legacy of championship-winning sportbike performance.
Key points of the 2023 GSX-R1000R include:
A compact inline four-cylinder engine produces an exciting powerband thanks to the Suzuki Variable Valve Timing (VVT) system.
Advanced electronics, like Launch Control and the Bi-Directional Quick Shift System, augment riding performance.
Twin-spar aluminum frame with adjustable swingarm pivot carrying Showa Balance Free Front Fork (BFF) and rear shock for confident high-performance handling.
Stainless steel brake lines feed the ABS-equipped** Brembo 4-piston front calipers for extraordinary stopping performance and lever feel.
Superb wind protection and aerodynamics with an LED headlight and Suzuki Ram Air Direct (SRAD) ducts.
Advance and distinctive LED position lights.
A 2023 Suzuki GSX-R1000R in Metallic Triton Blue and Metallic Mystic Silver. Photo courtesy Suzuki Motor USA, LLC.
GSX-R1000 – In 1985, Suzuki revolutionized the sportbike category with the introduction of the original GSX-R750, and then created another milestone in 2001 with the introduction of the GSX-R1000. Using the revolutionary and lightweight chassis of the GSX-R750 and a 988cc inline four-cylinder engine design that Suzuki is renowned for, stellar superbike performance became available to riders everywhere.
A key member of the GSX-R family of ultra-high-performance motorcycles, the 2023 GSX-R1000’s proven inline 4-cylinder engine provides class-leading power delivered smoothly and controllably across a broad rpm range. Like the original GSX-R1000, the 2023’s compact, light, and strong chassis deliver precise high-performance handling and excellent suspension feel combined with stellar braking control. All combined to help riders conquer a racetrack or a country road with confidence and aplomb. Advanced electronic rider aids such as Traction Control* and a Bi-Directional Quick Shifter augment the riding experience while the distinctive, aerodynamic GSX-R bodywork offers astonishing styling that continues to turn heads.
Equipped with Showa’s Big-Piston Fork plus Brembo T-drive rotors and Monobloc brake calipers, the GSX-R1000 help deliver the sort of performance and confidence a sport rider’s favorite canyon road ride or local track day demand.
For 2023, the GSX-R1000 is available in Pearl Brilliant White and Metallic Matte Stellar Blue or Metallic Matte Black No. 2 and Glass Sparkle Black liveries.
2023 Suzuki GSX-R1000s. Photo courtesy Suzuki Motor USA, LLC.
GSX-R750 – On the road or on the track since 1985, the GSX-R750 delivers a breathtaking combination of outstanding engine performance, precise handling, and lightweight and nimble chassis that combine for an exhilarating motorcycle. Its secret is an unequaled pairing of 750cc performance with the lightweight, compact chassis of a 600cc Supersport, complemented by technologically advanced suspension front and rear.
The 2023 GSX-R750 is the latest expression of the GSX-R’s original concept and builds upon Suzuki’s championship-winning heritage. Like no other sportbike, the GSX-R750 offers a precise, high-performance riding experience that may be used on the street or the racetrack.
Key features for the 2023 GSX-R750 include:
Iconic, GSX-R aerodynamic styling with three distinctive paint and graphics schemes.
Fuel-injected, 750cc, 4-cylinder engine powers a balanced sportbike experience.
Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (S-DMS) lets the rider adjust the power delivery.
Twin-spar aluminum frame and Showa Big Piston Front Fork (BPF) deliver extraordinary handling.
The 2023 GSX-R750 is available in Metallic Triton Blue and Metallic Mystic Silver, Pearl Brilliant White and Metallic Matte Stellar Blue or Glass Sparkle Black and Glass Matte Mechanical Gray.
GSX-R600 – The 2023 GSX-R600 underscores the GSX-R’s tradition of blending championship-winning track performance with impeccable handling.
The GSX-R600’s compact, powerful, four-cylinder engine reacts with vigor when a rider demands it, while its supremely refined suspension and brakes provide precise, responsive confidence-inspiring handling. The superb ergonomics enhance rider control and comfort, and the iconic GSX-R bodywork delivers an agile look under any of the three available 2023 paint schemes- Pearl Brilliant White and Metallic Matte Stellar Blue, and Glass Sparkle Black and Glass Matte Mechanical Gray schemes join Suzuki’s historic Metallic Triton Blue and Metallic Mystic Silver paint scheme.
The GSX-R600’s race-ready look isn’t manufactured, it’s the byproduct of the GSX-R’s multiple decades of production road racing dominance. The dominance continues to this day in multiple race series around the world. For a rider considering a mid-size supersport bike at home, on the track, or on the street, there’s only one choice; the Suzuki GSX-R600.
Key features for the GSX-R600 include:
Iconic, GSX-R styling with three distinctive paint schemes.
Fuel-injected, 599cc, 4-cylinder engine delivering championship-delivering power from idle to redline.
Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (S-DMS) lets the rider adjust the power delivery.
Twin-spar aluminum frame and Showa Big Piston Fork deliver exceptional handling.
GSX-S1000 – The 2023 GSX-S1000 now aims to deliver greater controllability, agility, and power for an even more exciting and rewarding riding experience, while complying with worldwide emissions standards. The GSX-S1000’s physique comes in a tight and striking package that is ready to turn heads and own the streets.
Styling immediately draws your attention to the 2023 GSX-S1000. Tight, angular styling makes it clear that this light and muscular, naked sportbike is a serious contender. It’s hard not to stare at the stacked LED headlights housed in a minimalistic cowling that resides between a pair of MotoGP-inspired winglets protruding from the angular radiator shrouds.
The GSX-R-based engine is exposed as a clear message to others that this motorcycle makes more peak power with a boosted torque curve that delivers street-dominating power. Riders can keep that power under control with the electronic Ride-by-Wire throttle bodies and the latest version of the Suzuki Clutch Assist System (SCAS) that smooths shifting and engine braking.
There’s more GSX-R DNA in the chassis with its aluminum, twin-spar frame design, and superbike-braced swingarm. The suspension features a fully adjustable, inverted KYB fork and easy-to-adjust rear shock. Stopping performance is stellar via the dual, ABS-equipped**, radial-mounted, four-piston Brembo front brake calipers and 310mm floating rotors. Wider than the prior generation model, the cast-aluminum handlebar provides a comfortable reach and the proper leverage to hustle the GSX-S1000 through the corners and maneuver in tight city streets and traffic.
The 2023 GSX-S1000 has the Suzuki Intelligent Ride System (S.I.R.S.) in its corner. Make this bike your own using the three-mode Suzuki Drive Mode Selector and the five-mode (and OFF) Advanced Traction Control System*. Give your clutch hand a rest with the Bi-Directional Quick Shift system. Suzuki’s popular Easy Start and Low RPM Assist systems get the fun started without any hassle.
Two available body colors, including Suzuki’s MotoGP bike-inspired Metallic Triton Blue and the new Glass Sparkle Black help position the 2023 GSX-S1000 as the sport’s dominant naked sportbike not only in performance but in styling and value as well.
2023 Suzuki GSX-S1000s. Photo courtesy Suzuki Motor USA, LLC.
SV650/SV650 ABS – Suzuki riders struck gold when the first SV650 launched in 1999. Since then, this iconic middleweight has seen continual improvements while still embodying the sporty ride, precise feel, and riding versatility and prowess only a provocative, mid-sized V-twin roadster delivers.
The 2023 SV650 and SV650 ABS use an entertaining and refined engine delivering torquey middleweight performance, low emissions, and outstanding fuel economy. This enjoyable V-twin mill is mounted in a trim and lightweight chassis delivering a keen and spirited riding experience like no other 650.
For 2023, the SV650 is available in Glass Sparkle Black and Solid Iron Gray bodywork, while the SV650 ABS features Metallic Reflective Blue bodywork.
Both SV650s’ great looks and sparkling performance deliver sportbike-like handling, exceedingly great value, and riding versatility that a broad range of riders continues to embrace, whether they are new to the sport, growing their riding skills or avid road racers; the confidence-inspiring Suzuki SV650 is their ideal ride.
*The Traction Control System is not a substitute for the rider’s throttle control. It cannot prevent loss of traction due to excessive speed when the rider enters a turn and/or applies the brakes. Neither can it prevent the front wheel from losing grip
**Depending on road surface conditions, such as wet, loose, or uneven roads, braking distance for an ABS-equipped vehicle may be longer than for a vehicle not equipped with ABS. ABS cannot prevent wheel skidding caused by braking while cornering. Please drive carefully and do not overly rely on ABS.
MotoAmerica: Results from New Jersey Motorsports Park for the Altus Motorsports WPS FLY Racing Team
(Millville, NJ) The NJMP round of 2022 MotoAmerica season was another successful weekend for the Altus Motorsports team. Brandon Paasch’s progression on the 1000 continued and he took home another trophy in the Stock 1000 class. Jaret Nassaney posted his best results of the season and Kayla Yaakov dominated Sunday for another win in the Junior Cup.
Superbike Cup & Stock 1000
Brandon Paasch is coming on strong as the season comes to a close. For the singular Stock 1000 race at the New Jersey MotoAmerica round, he started from fifth and battled most of the race to take third. He now has four podiums in a row heading into the final round of the season in Alabama.
Brandon Paasch (96). Photo by Brian J. Nelson, courtesy Altus Motorsports.
“It was a great weekend! We struggled quite a bit up until Q2. Then Mike at Ohlins helped us out a ton! I had a much better feeling with the bike in the morning warm up on Sunday, and was a lot more confident for the race. When the lights go out the elbows always come up; I went to work in the race and ended in third! That’s a fourth podium in a row. It was great to keep our podium streak alive and to do it in front of the home crowd. I’m super excited with how the second half of our season is going, and can’t wait to finish strong at Barber,” said Brandon Paasch.
In the Superbike Races, Brandon started both from 14th. In the Saturday race, he finished in 14th and as the third place Superbike Cup racer. On Sunday, he crossed the line in 10th and as the second Superbike Cup competitor. He heads to Barber just 11 points out of the lead in the Superbike Cup championship.
Supersport
Jaret Nassaney qualified 10th for both Supersport races. In the first race, he fought his way forward to take a sixth place finish. On Sunday, he bettered that by one spot. Jaret had fought his way up to sixth before it started to rain, but that didn’t slow him down. He continued to ride with confidence and crossed the line to take a top-five result. This is his second top-five this season.
Jaret Nassaney (59). Photo by Brian J. Nelson, courtesy Altus Motorsports.
“I put in a good time in qualifying, but it was only good enough for 10th on the grid. Once the races started, I put my head down and fought through the pack. Overall I am very happy with the weekend,” said Jaret Nassaney.
Junior Cup
Kayla Yaakov was the second-fastest Junior Cup rider across the two qualifying sessions putting her in the middle of the first row for both race starts. After a race-long battle for the win in the first Junior Cup race of the weekend, Kayla crossed the line in fifth. She was just a few tenths out of first. Sunday brought rain, but Kayla is extremely comfortable in the wet. She took the lead from the start and checked out to take her third win of the season.
Kayla Yaakov (31). Photo by Brian J. Nelson, courtesy Altus Motorsports.
“This past weekend at New Jersey Motorsports Park, we made a good step in the right direction as we head into the final round of the 2022 season. From FP1 to the races, my entire Altus Motorsports crew (including my father) got my bike dialed-in and feeling amazing. Since I don’t have a lot of time at NJMP, I was very happy to achieve a front row start. We knew the races would be difficult since so many riders were within a few seconds. In the first race, I got hit by two riders on the final lap, which ultimately cost me the podium. Going into the second race, I knew that I wanted to do something great. We went out for our second wet race of the season, and I was able to win by over 2.5 seconds in a shortened race! I am pleased with my results this weekend and happy to add another win to my championship chase. We were also able to close the gap to the leaders in the championship. The bike has not felt this good since the round at The Ridge. I’m super happy that we have made this huge step forward going into the final round. We are ready for Barber Motorsports Park!” said Kayla Yaakov.
“Altus Motorsports had a great weekend. Sunday was a difficult day weather-wise, not knowing if it was going to be dry or wet during the races. Our mechanics worked hard and had bikes set up and ready for whatever the New Jersey skies threw our way. Everyone rode well on Saturday, but Sunday they really showed their talent and skills. I’m really excited to see how they take this confidence with them into our final MotoAmerica round in two weeks,” said team owner, Janette Nassaney.
The Altus Motorsports team is supported by our great family of sponsors: Altus Motorsports, FLY Racing WPS, Suzuki Motor Corporation, Moto-D Racing, Bonamici, Hot Bodies Racing, M4 Exhausts, Vortex EK, Motion Pro, Barnett, Maxima Racing Oils, SBS Brakes, BrakeTech USA, Inc., Ohlins, K-Tech, RS Taichi, Arai, Law Tigers Oklahoma, and Altus Factory Racing.
More, from a press release issued by Rodio Racing:
Rodio Racing Has Mixed Results at NJMP
Gus Rodio and Anthony Mazzioto Maintain 2nd Place in Their Championships
Gus Rodio put on a dominating performance at the MotoAmerica SportbikeTrackGear.com Junior Cup event at his home track at New Jersey Motorsports Park and in the process chipped away at his championship point deficit, setting the scene for an exciting finale in two weeks. Gus was fastest in the Free Practice session, leading by over a half second. He continued his onslaught in Q1, stretching his advantage over the competition by 0.614 second, securing the provisional pole position. In Q2 Gus maintained his dominance, claiming the pole with a best time of 1:29.995, the only competitor to run in the 29’s. Race One provided some of the best racing of the season, with Gus leading much of the race he executed an incredible last-lap, last-turn pass after slipping to fourth to win the race by 0.016 second. In a wet and restarted Race Two Gus rode a conservative race on a wet setup to finish second and gain valuable championship points, setting the fastest race lap time on the last lap.
Gus Rodio (96) aboard his Rodio Racing Kawasaki Ninja 400. Photo by Brian J. Nelson, courtesy of Rodio Racing.
Gus Rodio: “What a weekend in front of the home crowd! I look forward to every weekend at the track, but this one’s always special. When all your people come together and support what you love it just hits different! A solid weekend leading every session but Race Two, where I finished P2. This was my first MotoAmerica podium in the rain with the fastest lap of the race. I was even able to get into the 29’s in the dry which has been a goal of mine for a long time. We’re now only 20 points out of the championship, after starting with 50 going into NJMP. Excited to attack Barber Motorsports Park!”
Gus heads to the season finale at Barber Motorsports Park in two weeks in second place in the championship, 20 points behind the leader with 50 points available.
Anthony Mazziotto struggled early in Free Practice, but rebounded to fourth place in Q1, 0.673 second behind the fastest time. In Q2 Anthony shaved a bit of time but dropped to sixth place, 0.676 second behind. After setup changes, Mazziotto ran as high as third place in the single REV’IT! Twins Cup race of the event, matching the fastest time of the race winner, but finished fifth after an encounter with a backmarker.
Anthony Mazziotto (516) aboard his Rodio Racing Aprilia RS 660. Photo by Brian J. Nelson, courtesy of Rodio Racing
Anthony Mazziotto: “After problems at PittRace the team is turning things around and I feel like we’re on the right track. We lost a little ground in the championship but I’m still in second place, I’m looking forward to Barber to have a last run at winning the title, it’s definitely not out of reach.”
Mazziotto will have a final attempt at winning the class championship at Barber Motorsports Park in 2nd place 15 points behind with 25 championship points up for grabs.
More, from a press release issued by Indian Motorcycle:
TYLER O’HARA CAPTURES 2022 MOTOAMERICA MISSION KING OF THE BAGGERS CHAMPIONSHIP FOR INDIAN MOTORCYCLE RACING AND S&S CYCLE
Riding the Mission® Foods S&S® Indian Challenger, O’Hara’s Consistency Through the Seven-Round MotoAmerica Series Carries Indian Motorcycle Over Rival Harley-Davidson to Reclaim Coveted Crown
The Indian Motorcycle – S&S Cycle team. Photo by Brian J. Nelson, courtesy Indian Motorcycle.
Minneapolis, MN. (September 14, 2022) – This past weekend at New Jersey Motorsports Park, Tyler O’Hara battled through rain-soaked conditions to finish second in the Main Event, earning the necessary points to capture the 2022 Mission King of the Baggers (KOTB) Championship for Indian Motorcycle Racing and S&S® Cycle. This is the second KOTB Championship in three years for O’Hara and the Indian Motorcycle Racing-S&S team in the increasingly popular MotoAmerican bagger-racing class.
O’Hara’s 2022 Championship run was a picture of consistency throughout the seven-round series. The Petaluma, Calif. native captured five podium finishes over seven rounds; including a victory at the Daytona Speedway season opener, along with two fourth-place finishes aboard his ever-reliable Mission® Foods S&S® Indian Challenger. This year’s Championship came at the expense of Harley-Davidson Screamin’ Eagle rider Travis Wyman, who entered the series’ final round with a three-point lead in the Championship point race, only to see his hopes literally slip away when he crashed midway through the second lap while frantically chasing O’Hara through the rain soaked circuit in New Jersey.
It was an afternoon rainstorm that spoiled the best-laid plans for points leader Wyman and served up a golden opportunity for O’Hara and teammate Jeremy McWilliams, who both thrive in wet conditions. Starting from the fourth and fifth positions respectively, O’Hara and McWilliams jumped out to a fast start, overtaking Wyman and Vance-Hines Harley-Davidson rider James Rispoli and moving into second and third position respectively coming out of turn one. This allowed McWilliams to slow the pace for the field behind him, including Wyman, and create breathing room for O’Hara who consistently maintained pace behind race leader Kyle Wyman. With an added level of urgency thanks to McWilliams’ stifling efforts, the younger Wyman made an aggressive outside pass on McWilliams and immediately began aggressively pushing to close the gap with O‘Hara, ultimately low-siding and sliding into the infield late into the second lap. Although he was able to get back on his bike and continue the race, Wyman fell to the back of the pack, while O’Hara stayed close behind the older Wyman brother, holding his second-place position to the finish and capturing his second KOTB Championship.
“Even though it’s one rider that earns the Championship, this was a situation where the support from Jeremy and our ability to work together made all the difference, and I could not be more grateful for his support and the tireless work of my entire Indian Motorcycle-S&S team,” said O’Hara. “Every member of this team sacrificed so much of themselves over this past year and to stand on that podium and celebrate this Championship with them is a testament to our commitment and nothing short of a dream come true. I’m so proud to reclaim the crown and the number-one plate for such an incredible and talented group of guys who put their hearts and souls into this season.”
McWilliams, a veteran road racer of MotoGP fame, joined the Indian Motorcycle-S&S factory team at the start of the 2022 season. Along with a virtually unmatched level of experience and skill that resulted in a Round Two victory at Daytona and fourth-place finish overall, McWilliams brought an invaluable wealth of knowledge to the team. His technical input and collaboration with Indian Motorcycle-S&S engineers and mechanics throughout the season allowed the team to continually evolve, refine and improve the Indian Challenger, optimizing set ups specific to track conditions at each and every round.
“Jeremy’s expertise and experience, combined with Tyler’s skill and competitive fire is something truly special,” said Gary Gray, Vice President Racing, Service and Technology for Indian Motorcycle. “When you back those two guys up with the expertise, commitment and heart of this entire Indian Motorcycle-S&S crew, you come away with a Championship. On behalf of everyone at Indian Motorcycle, I could not be prouder of our team and what we’ve accomplished this season.”
Ultimately, it’s the commitment of the entire team, including the engineers and mechanics behind the riders, that makes the difference between winning or losing a championship. This was no better evidenced then by the consistency of O’Hara and his Mission® Foods S&S® Indian Challenger throughout the entire season. Not only did O’Hara’s #29 bike finish every race during the season without fail, it never finished lower than fourth place.
“This Championship is the result of the sacrifices and commitment made by each and every member of our team – so many days on the road away from their families and sleepless nights working to ensure our bikes were dialed-in for Tyler and Jeremy,” said Jeff Bailey, S&S Cycle Crew Chief. “Every member of our crew played a critical role, making unique sacrifices and sharing in the highs and lows we experienced together throughout the season, and that’s truly what makes this Championship so gratifying. I could not be prouder of this group of incredible individuals.”
Sponsors for Indian Motorcycle Racing’s King of the Bagger efforts include Mission® Foods, S&S®, Medallia, Drag Specialties and Parts Unlimited.
To learn more about each race team, visit SSCycle.com, RolandSands.com, Saddlemen.com and LloydzGarage.com. For information about Indian Motorcycle, visit IndianMotorcycle.com, or follow along on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
ABOUT INDIAN MOTORCYCLE®
Indian Motorcycle is America’s First Motorcycle Company®. Founded in 1901, Indian Motorcycle has won the hearts of motorcyclists around the world and earned distinction as one of America’s most legendary and iconic brands through unrivaled racing dominance, engineering prowess and countless innovations and industry firsts. Today that heritage and passion is reignited under new brand stewardship. To learn more, please visit www.indianmotorcycle.com.
ABOUT S&S® CYCLE
S&S® Cycle was born from a passion for racing and has spent over six decades building performance for the powersports market. Their unwavering focus on quality, reliability and top shelf power has made S&S® Cycle the absolute leader in high performance on the street and track.
ABOUT MISSION® FOODS:
MISSION®, owned by GRUMA, S.A.B. de C.V., is the world’s leading brand for tortillas and wraps. MISSION® is also globally renowned for flatbreads, dips, salsas and Mexican food products. With presence in over 112 countries MISSION® products are suited to the lifestyles and the local tastes of each country. With innovation and customer needs in mind, MISSION® focuses on the highest quality, authentic flavors, and providing healthy options that families and friends can enjoy together. For more information, please visit www.missionfoods.com
MONSTER ENERGY YAMAHA MOTOGP TRAVEL TO ARAGON FOR ROUND 15
Alcañiz (Spain), 14th September 2022
The Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Team are in high spirits after a positive end to the Misano Official MotoGP Test and are ready to tackle the upcoming triple header. They have made their way to the MotorLand Aragón for Round 15 of the 2022 MotoGP World Championship.
The Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Team is looking forward to resume action after a short break following the Misano Official MotoGP Test. They have used the few days off to prepare for the upcoming triple header, starting with the Gran Premio de Aragón.
Fabio Quartararo has a 30-point lead in the championship standings as he arrives in Alcañiz. He is expecting a difficult weekend in Aragon. El Diablo‘s best premier class result there to date is his top-5 finish in 2019. But he is, as ever, fully determined to put in 100% effort to get a top position and defend P1 in the overall results.
Franco Morbidelli left the Misano Test with a positive feeling and this week aims to build on the work he has done so far. With the set-up of his YZR-M1 now adjusted to his specifications, he anticipates finding out how well it will perform on the Aragón circuit. The Italian has achieved great success at this track, securing the victory at the Teruel GP in 2020. He hopes for a point-winning position to move up from P19 in the standings.
The MotorLand Aragón circuit was added to the MotoGP Calendar in 2010. The track is situated near the town of Alcañiz, a few hours’ drive from Barcelona. The fast 5.1km long track has ten left and seven right corners, and a 968m longest straight. It was given the IRTA Best Grand Prix of the Year award after MotoGP‘s first visit there, reflecting the riders‘ and the fans‘ appreciation of the venue.
MASSIMO MEREGALLI
TEAM DIRECTOR
After the positive Misano Test, our motivation is very high. The atmosphere in the team is great, which is important before the start of the busy final chapters of 2022. This weekend we kick off the triple header that leads us into the Asia and Australia leg of the season. Traditionally, Aragon is not an easy track for us, but neither is the Spielberg circuit, and Fabio‘s pace was still competitive enough there for second place. Franky also knows the Aragon track really well and even secured the victory there in 2020 with the satellite Yamaha team. We expect a hard-fought race, but we‘re also curious to see what we can achieve this weekend. As always, we will aim for top positions.
FABIO QUARTARARO
I think the Aragon GP will be the toughest race of the GPs that we have left. But I‘m focused. I want to make it a great race. I‘ve never done better than a top 5 there before. Hopefully, we can be really strong, do a great race, and be proud of ourselves.
FRANCO MORBIDELLI
We have made good steps leading up to the Misano race and also during the test afterwards. We‘ve been on this positive trajectory, but we got unlucky during the race itself. This weekend we will try again. I made some great memories in Aragon in 2020 when I won the Teruel GP. We know that the competition is tough out there, but we‘ve already proven that we can get good results at this circuit too.
The Ducati Lenovo Team arrives at the MotorLand Aragón (Spain) for the fifteenth round of the 2022 MotoGP season
The Aragon GP opens the demanding triple-header in Spain, Japan and Thailand
MotoGP returns to action this weekend with the fifteenth round of the 2022 season, the Grand Prix of Aragon, scheduled from Friday 16th to Sunday 18th September at the MotorLand Aragón in Alcañiz (Spain).
The Spanish track, designed by the famous architect Herman Tilke, hosted the World Championship for the first time in 2010, its inaugural year. On that occasion, Casey Stoner took the top step of the podium with his Ducati. In total, the Borgo Panigale manufacturer has had two wins at the Aragonese circuit and the second one bears the name of Francesco Bagnaia, who scored his first MotoGP victory last year.
The Ducati Lenovo Team rider, fresh from winning the last home GP at Misano Adriatico and returning from two days of testing at the same track, arrives in Spain determined to continue with the momentum that saw him becoming the first Ducati rider to score four consecutive MotoGP wins. After his latest thrilling victory at Misano, Pecco is now second in the overall standings, 30 points behind leader Quartararo.
Teammate Jack Miller also arrives at Aragón determined to redeem himself after his crash at the last Grand Prix. At Misano, the Australian rider had once again demonstrated his excellent form by taking the pole position, but in the race, he crashed while in the lead. After the fourteenth round of the 2022 season, Miller finds himself in sixth place in the Championship, 88 points off the lead.
At Aragón, Ducati will also have the first “match point” to conquer, for the third consecutive year, the Constructors’ Championship, where it occupies the first position with 110 points. On the other hand, in the team classification is the Ducati Lenovo Team in the first place, with a 25-point advantage over Aprilia Racing.
Francesco Bagnaia (#63 Ducati Lenovo Team) – 2nd (181 points)
“I am happy to be back racing at Aragón, where I took my first MotoGP win last year. In general, it’s a very good track for us, and I think we can be even faster this year than last year. In any case, we’ll face the weekend with the same approach as always: to give our best from Friday and focus exclusively on the race weekend, without thinking about the Championship.”
Jack Miller (#43 Ducati Lenovo Team) – 6th (123 points)
“In the last race at Misano, we couldn’t capitalize on the great work we did over the weekend, so I hope to do that here at Aragon. Racing in Spain is always great because of the warmth of the crowd. My feeling with the Desmosedici GP continues to be excellent, and in the Misano test, we gathered more information to improve our bike further. I’m determined to do well and fight for the top positions in this last weekend in Europe before the two races in Asia”.
The Ducati Lenovo Team will take to the track for the first free practice session of the Grand Prix of Aragon on Friday, 16 September, at 9:55am local time (CEST). The Spanish round will also be the first of the triple-header that will continue in Asia with the Japanese GP the following week, followed by the Thai GP.
Circuit information
Country: Spain
Name: MotorLand Aragón
Best lap: Morbidelli (Yamaha), 1:48.089 (169 km/h) – 2020
Martinez Triumphs At New Jersey BUILD. TRAIN. RACE.
Breakthrough Royal Enfield BTR Road Racing victory for Crystal Martinez at New Jersey Motorsports Park
Milwaukee, WI (Tuesday, September 13, 2022) – It might have taken until the penultimate round of the 2022 Royal Enfield BUILD. TRAIN. RACE. Road Racing season, but a new face has emerged at the top of the BTR podium. The New Jersey Motorsports Park round of MotoAmerica was the site of Crystal Martinez’ breakthrough victory, where she claimed pole position and Saturday’s BTR main race win, halting the impressive win streak of Kayleigh Buyck. Martinez was joined on the overall podium by Chloe Peterson and Jenny Chancellor in an epic battle that came down to the final corner.
After setting the fast lap in qualifying, Martinez was primed for her first victory of the season, but a wheelie off the start left her on the back foot. Buyck and Peterson got out to a good start while Martinez quickly regrouped to keep herself with the lead pack. The battle for the lead was an intense one throughout the race, with Peterson heading the field and Martinez nipping at her heels–at one point quite literally as the two clipped wheels, nearly causing Martinez to lose her front end. “It shook me up for a split second, but I didn’t give up,” said Martinez. “I kept pushing and battling with Chloe until the very last turn.”
Crystal Martinez (center) won the Royal Enfield BTR race over runner-up Chloe Peterson (left) and third-place finisher Jennifer Chancellor (right) in New Jersey. Photo courtesy Royal Enfield North America.
It was the final turn where a slight miscalculation by Peterson changed the tide. A missed shift caused her to lose her momentum, and allowed Martinez to draft past and nab the win. “What an epic race!” Peterson exclaimed. “I was a quarter-second off first. That was the hardest, most aggressive I have ever ridden. I did things during the race I never thought I would be capable of at the beginning of the season. I’m bummed, but I’m also focused on the positives, that I really grew my comfort zone and leveled up my race craft.”
“Mad respect to her for pushing until the very end,” said Martinez. “It’s my first win of the season and I have a lot of emotions. Now I want to focus on what I can do better for our last round at Barber. I’m second in the championship and it’s still up for the taking.”
The sixth and final round of the Royal Enfield BTR Road Race season will take place September 23 at Barber Motorsports Park in Birmingham, Alabama, where the 2022 champion will be crowned. With four out five wins to her credit, Kayleigh Buyck holds the advantage, but a fourth-place finish in New Jersey has tightened up the points, and the crown is still very much up for the taking.
“New Jersey was an exciting round, and a good shake-up in the season,” said Breeann Poland, Marketing and Communications Lead – Royal Enfield Americas. “Watching the skill and race craft of all the BTR women evolve throughout the season has been incredible. The way they push each other and learn from each other is what’s raising the competition level with each round. After all this group has been through this season, the highs and lows, we’re sad to see it coming to a close, but we’re also looking forward to a hell of a final showdown at Barber.”
Royal Enfield BUILD. TRAIN. RACE. Road Race
New Jersey Results
1. Crystal Martinez (#25)
2. Chloe Peterson (#55)
3. Jennifer Chancellor (#19)
4. Kayleigh Buyck (#16)
5. Ash Truxal (#31)
6. Jessica Martin (#23)
7. Michaela Trumbull (#27)
8. Bridgette LeBer (#21)
9. Cora Tennyson (#95)
10. Hannah Stockton (#62)
About Royal Enfield
The oldest motorcycle company in continuous production in the world, Royal Enfield made its first motorcycle in 1901. A division of Eicher Motors Limited, Royal Enfield has created the midsize motorcycle segment in India with its unique and distinctive modern classic motorcycles. With its manufacturing base in Chennai, India, Royal Enfield has been able to grow its production rapidly against a surge in demand for its motorcycles. Royal Enfield is a leading player in the global middleweight motorcycle market.
Royal Enfield North America (RENA) is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and is developing a growing network of more than 150 dealers in North America, including the contiguous U.S. and Canada. RENA currently offers the all-new Scram 411, Classic 350, Meteor 350, Himalayan and the 650 Twins (INT650 and Continental GT 650) motorcycles, along with a range of Genuine Motorcycle Accessories and apparel.
For more information on Royal Enfield North America, visit www.RoyalEnfield.com/us/en/, www.Instagram.com/RoyalEnfield_NA, www.Facebook.com/RoyalEnfieldNorthAmerica.
More, from a press release issued by N2 Racing:
N2/BobbleHeadMoto Racing’s Blake Davis Wins at New Jersey Motorsports Park!
Blake Davis (22). Photo by Brian J. Nelson, courtesy N2 Racing.
Media, PA – September 2022 – N2/BobbleHeadMoto Racing’s Blake Davis scored a dominant flag-to-flag victory in the MotoAmerica Twins Cup Race at New Jersey Motorsports Park. The win allowed Davis to extend his points lead to 15 points over Anthony Mazziotto for the Championship going into the last round at Barber Motorsports Park. BobbleHeadMoto owner, mechanic, N2 control rider, YCRS Instructor, N2 Racing crew member, and generally great guy Emerson Amaya filled in for Kevin Olmedo to finish 12th in Supersport Race One and 13th in Supersport Race Two.
Blake Davis has been on an incredible run since mid-summer with podium finishes or victories at every round. This has allowed Blake to quietly take the Twins Cup point lead after PittRace with two rounds to go. Blake was fast from the first practice with only championship competitor Jody Barry able to run comparable times. Blake qualified in second position behind Barry with a time of 1:24.796.
Blake was never challenged during the Twins Cup Race taking the lead in the first turn and never letting it go. Davis ran relentless, consistent, dominant laps allowing him to finish 3.105 ahead of second place Ben Gloddy. Championship competitors Jody Barry and Anthony Mazziotto finished fourth and fifth, respectively, allowing Blake to extend his lead to 15 points in the championship going into the last round at Barber Motorsports Park. If Mazziotto wins, then Blake needs to finish sixth or better to be the 2022 Twins Cup Champion.
Supersport was a family affair this week at New Jersey Motorsports Park with Emerson Amaya subbing for Kevin Olmedo who is recovering from Guillain-Barre Syndrome at home in El Salvador. Emerson is at the heart and soul of the N2/BobbleHeadMoto Race Team and it was a natural fit for Emerson to fill in for Kevin. The goal was fast, consistent laps with no drama and that goal was met. Emerson finished 12th in Race One and 13th in Race Two, which was held in mixed conditions.
The N2/BobbleHeadMoto Race Team has only two events left for the 2022 race season and is in the championship hunt for both. The team will be at Barber Motorsports Park on September 23 – 25 to fight for victory in MotoAmerica Twins Cup and Supersport. The N2/BobbleHeadMoto Race Team is also competing for a championship in the N2/WERA National Endurance Series by Dunlop on a Yamaha YZF-R1. The final round is also at Barber Motorsports Park on October 21, 2022.
Blake Davis – “We are just trying to be consistent and put in the work every week. The team is doing an amazing job and the Yamaha YZF-R7 is a dream to ride. The race was pretty drama-free. I didn’t know how far the pack was behind me so I just kept my head down and tried to be consistent. I’m excited to have extended the points lead going into the final round.”
Emerson Amaya – “I can’t thank Kris Smith, Shiloh Salopek, and the whole N2 family enough for the opportunity. Not having ridden a 600 in over three years I was certainly a little out of practice on the R6 but managed to meet the goals the team and I set for ourselves. Looking to keep the momentum from this weekend into the Barber round in a couple of weeks.”
Shiloh Salopek (Crew Chief) – “We had a plan going into the weekend and we executed that plan. Mike, Dustin, Emerson, Kris, Jim, and Steve were flawless. Blake is a pleasure to work with and his riding over the last few months has been nothing short of remarkable. We are now 100% focused on Barber.”
About N2: N2 – Ride, Race, Learn.
Founded in 2014, N2’s mission is to build a sustainable motorcycle community through safe, structured motorcycle track days, advanced rider training programs based on Yamaha Champions Riding School teaching methods, with a strong affinity for motorcycle road racing. N2 successfully resurrected Motorcycle Endurance Racing in America partnering with WERA Roadracing and creating the N2/WERA National Endurance Series by Dunlop. N2 is a premier participant in the MotoAmerica Pro Racing Series with a multi-rider team competing in several classes. N2 is also a major contributor to the Roadracing World Action Fund through fundraising efforts and support from its large member base.
N2 Racing is proudly sponsored by: Dunlop Motorcycle Tire, Yamaha Motor Corporation USA, Dainese, BobbleHeadMoto, Karnes Performance, Trading Paint, GB Racing, Westby Racing, Attack Performance, Robem Engineering, Puig, Eazi Grip, ProBolt, SBS Brakes and Yamaha Champions Riding School.
For More Information: www.n2td.org
More, from a press release issued by Joseph LiMandri’s publicist:
LiMandri on the Box in Front of Home Crowd
Joseph LiMandri, Jr. (62). Photo by Brian J. Nelson.
Joseph LiMandri Jr. scored an epic second-place finish in last weekend’s MotoAmerica Junior Cup, missing the top spot by just .016 of a second.
“Finally, we broke the streak of bad races!” LiMandri said. “I’m thankful for this result because the Bauce Racing and CyberSafe Solutions team deserves it for all the hard work they put in this weekend.”
The podium was a bit of a historic occasion as the top three riders all grew their roots with the New Jersey MiniGP program.
“Seeing our kids up there all season long is awesome, but seeing the entire podium filled with our kids is just simply incredible,” Nathan Granoff, owner of NJMiniGP said on his way to a locals-infested podium celebration.
LiMandri backed that result up with a strong, but drama-laden fourth place in Race Two.
“That was a crazy race! I had to start from pitlane as I tipped over in the wet warmup, but a red flag after the start helped us out a bit,” he said. “Maybe one more lap and I would have been battling for a podium spot, but we’ll take the points and head to Barber. It’s going to be difficult but the championship isn’t decided yet.”
It takes a whole support system to even get to the grid, much less the podium. The team recently onboarded SpaceJammit, a file storage/sharing application with a unique space themed interface. SpaceJammit (with photo credits going to Brian J. Nelson) have hosted a selection of high resolution images from the weekend for fans of “Bazooka Joe” here: https://api.app.spacejammit.com/api/v1/space/6320db7f5df29067d83b8d34/view Further, anyone who signs up for the service with the code “LiMandri” will have a portion of their fees donated to support the team’s continued racing efforts.
As always, the entire JL62 race crew would like to thank: Bauce Racing, CyberSafe Solutions, Bob Robbins, Space Jammit, EvolveGT Trackdays, Spears Racing, RST Moto, Arai Americas, Coach Chapluk, JP43 Training, Vortex, Dunlop Tires, Orient Express, K-Tech Suspension, Driven Racing, Trackside Parts Club, Woodcraft Technologies, Braketech USA,
Ferodo Racing, Chickenhawk Racing, N2 Trackdays, Precision Autoworks NY, Metric Devil Moto, Scott Powersports, Gazebo Contracting, GO! Racing.
Five-time champion Cameron Beaubier is returning to America to race a Tytlers Cycle BMW M 1000 RR Superbike in the 2023 MotoAmerica Medallia Superbike Championship, according to multiple credible sources in both the MotoGP and the MotoAmerica paddocks. Beaubier has not responded to a request to confirm or deny the reports. Tytlers Cycle Racing owner Michael Kiley has also not responded to a request to confirm or deny the reports.
Beaubier has had two roller-coaster seasons on a Triumph-powered Kalex fielded by American Racing Team in the FIM Moto2 World Championship, with incredible runs through the field and battles for podium finishes mixed with costly crashes and non-point-scoring finishes.
Beaubier’s teammate at Tytlers Cycle Racing will be 2022 MotoAmerica Stock 1000 Champion Corey Alexander.
2022 MotoAmerica Stock 1000 Champion Corey Alexander (23). Photo by Brian J. Nelson, courtesy Tytlers Cycle/RideHVMC Racing.
That means Tytlers Cycle Racing’s current riders, Spaniard Hector Barbera and American PJ Jacobsen, will be out of jobs in spite of putting their BMWs on MotoAmerica Superbike podiums in 2022.
Jacobsen told Roadracingworld.com that he has not had any conversations with Tytlers Cycle Racing management about 2023.
Current Tytlers Cycle Racing Team Manager Dave Weaver will concentrate on his role as Technical Director, while his Team Manager duties will be taken over by former AMA 750cc Supersport Champion Richie Alexander (Corey Alexander’s uncle).
With Corey Alexander and Richie Alexander moving from the Tytlers Cycle/RideHVMC Racing team (which raced in Stock 1000 and ran the same motorcycles in Superbike races) to the Tytlers Cycle Racing team in 2023, Tytlers Cycle/RideHVMC Racing may cease operations.
Meanwhile, Kyle Wyman will ride a third Tytlers Cycle Racing BMW M 1000 RR Superbike in the MotoAmerica season finale September 23-25 at Barber Motorsports Park.
Kyle Wyman put the Tytlers Cycle Racing BMW on the MotoAmerica Superbike podium as a fill-in rider at Road Atlanta. Photo courtesy Tytlers Cycle Racing.
Following his dominant victory in wet MotoAmerica Medallia Superbike Race Two on September 11 at New Jersey Motorsports Park, Danilo Petrucci was asked about his racing plans for the future. And the Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati NYC rider said becoming teammate to Alvaro Bautista on the factory Ducati World Superbike team was no longer on his list of options.
“I don’t think there is a chance,” Petrucci said when asked by Roadracingworld.com about the possibility of him becoming Bautista’s teammate in 2023. “I don’t think I’m very welcome in that team. I talk with Ducati a lot. To make a deal you have to be two people. If someone is in doubt, like them, because I am so heavy compared to Alvaro, and the bike is so different.
“It’s not time at the moment to take a decision [for the future] because I am so exhausted. I mean for me at the moment, the options are continue here [MotoAmerica], quit racing, or prepare a proper Dakar in 2024.
“Because my biggest part of the career has gone. I’m almost 32, and I spend all my life on the bike, and I just want to have fun. Here, I [had] fun even if there are some things to change, especially on the bike, because our bike is the factory bike from last year but just put the Dunlop tires in.
“I must say in the beginning it was really, really tough to ride. We arrive to Austin really, really in a bad shape. It was so, so difficult. So, we need to change [the Ducati], especially because as I told you many times this year I don’t think that we had one fight together, me and Jake racing together
“Today, I did the Jake. (laughs) The other, I don’t know, 17, 18 races I just see the back of his seat for a pair of laps and then there was nothing, not any battle between me and him. If I want to continue next year, at least I want to fight with him. Because this year I could just defend my position. He has been faster. Is not my opinion. It’s a fact.”
A 2023 Ducati Monster SP at speed. Photo courtesy Ducati.
Mad for Fun: Ducati Expands the Monster Range With the SP Version, Even Sportier and More Fun
The “SP” represents the top-of-the-range Ducati Monster and is designed to enhance the fun in sporty riding and the style of the bike, thanks to the MotoGP-inspired livery
Benchmark components for those who love sporty riding: Öhlins suspension, Brembo Stylema® front calipers, Termignoni approved silencer, Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tires, steering damper and lithium-ion battery
More efficacy and safety: electronics recalibrated from a sporting point of view and introduction of the new Riding Mode Wet
Borgo Panigale, Bologna, September 15, 2022 – In the second episode of the Ducati World Première web series 2023, Ducati presented the new Monster SP: a version designed to enhance the fun, thanks to a perfect package of technical equipment for those who love sporty riding.
Presented in 2021, the Monster represents all the essence of Ducati in the most compact, essential and lightest form possible. The recipe is the original 1993 one: a sporty engine, but perfect for road use, combined with a Superbike-derived frame—everything you need to have fun every day.
The heart of the Monster is the Testastretta 11° engine, a liquid-cooled 4-valve twin with 111 hp and desmodromic distribution. Its Front Frame, inspired by the Panigale V4, is an extremely light and compact aluminum frame fixed directly to the engine heads. The modern reinterpretation of the recipe gave life to the Naked segment of motorcycles, which is making new generations of Monsteristi fall in love with it.
The right side of a 2023 Ducati Monster SP. Photo courtesy Ducati.
A concept as simple as it is effective takes a further step forward with the arrival of the Monster SP. This model is characterized by a series of high-quality components that make the bike even lighter, more effective and fun in sporty riding, and more aggressive from an aesthetic point of view.
The sporty nature of the Monster SP can be seen immediately thanks to the livery that incorporates the 2022 colors of the Ducati Lenovo Team’s Desmosedici GP, the golden anodizing of the Öhlins NIX30 fork and the presence of a Termignoni approved silencer as standard. Mainly high-quality details are the red saddle, which is integrated with the tail in the side view, the Monster SP logo on the passenger seat cover and the Ducati logo on the fuel tank, which is larger and inspired by the Panigale V4 graphics.
A 2023 Ducati Monster SP at rest. Photo courtesy Ducati.
Monster SP gives the possibility to enjoy greater performance in sporty riding. This version has better braking capability, reduced load transfers and greater precision in all riding conditions.
The fully adjustable Öhlins suspension, with the fork 1.3 lbs. (0.6 kg) lighter than the one used on the Monster and Monster +, increase the feeling, ground clearance and consequently the lean angle. The suspension system can also count upon a sportier setup, which improves the dynamic qualities of the Monster SP when riding on mixed roads and opens the possibility of having fun even among the curbs of a racetrack.
Also, the upgrade of the braking system with Brembo Stylema® calipers and aluminum flanges for the 12.6 in (320 mm) front brake discs (1.1 lbs. lighter than the Monster equipment) makes the Monster SP higher performing when braking, but, at the same time, more agile thanks to the reduction of inertia at the front. The weight savings of the bike also comes with the adoption of a lithium-ion battery, which brings the overall weight saving to about 4.4 lbs. (2 kg) in running order compared to the standard model (already a benchmark in the category for lightness), despite the addition of components such as the steering damper and the windshield.
The left side of a 2023 Ducati Monster SP. Photo courtesy Ducati.
The sporting potential of the Monster SP is further enhanced by the steering damper, which improves stability under acceleration and cornering, as well as by the presence of original equipment of Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tires, the manufacturer’s flagship offering for sporty riding on the road. In addition, the electronics see a general recalibration of all the Riding Modes, and therefore of all the electronic controls, to make the most of the changes made to the chassis, and the arrival of the new Wet Riding Mode, designed to offer greater safety on the bikes on wet surfaces.
The electronic sector of the Monster is at the top of the segment. The standard equipment includes ABS Cornering, Ducati Traction Control and Ducati Wheelie Control, all adjustable to various levels of intervention. The new Monster SP’s sporty character is underlined by the Launch Control, which ensures consistent lightning-fast starts. This top-of-the-range motorcycle equipment allows the Monster SP to express its full performance safely.
The Sport, Touring and Wet Riding Modes allow you to shape the Monster’s character according to tastes and needs. Everything is easily managed through the handlebar controls and the 4.3” color TFT dashboard, featuring racing graphics that echo those of the Panigale V4, with a large rev counter and a complete set of information on the left, including that of the gear indicator.
The Ducati Monster SP will be available in U.S. dealerships in the Ducati network starting from February 2023 and in March 2023 for Canadian dealers, with a starting MSRP of $15,595 USD in the United States and $18,295 CAD in Canada.
Remy Gardner, as seen during a pre-race media event in Texas in 2022. Photo courtesy Dorna.
REMY GARDNER TO JOIN YAMAHA IN WORLDSBK FROM 2023
Yamaha Motor Europe is pleased to announce that 2021 Moto2 World Champion Remy Gardner will contest the FIM Superbike World Championship with Yamaha from 2023, after an agreement was reached this week with the 24-year-old Australian.
Gardner has enjoyed a successful career in the Grand Prix paddock, which began with three wildcard entries in the 2014 Moto3 World Championship. After completing his first full season the following year, the Australian impressed on his Moto2 debut as a replacement rider at Barcelona, which saw him retained for the remaining 2016 rounds.
Gardner became a consistent points-scorer in the championship over the next few seasons, and in 2019 he scored a breakthrough podium with second in Argentina. In 2020, he was one of the Moto2 standouts, celebrating four podiums including a stunning maiden victory at the Portimão finale from pole position, ending the season sixth in the standings.
In 2021, Gardner enjoyed several exceptional performances, winning five times and taking 12 podiums, while he placed inside the top 10 in every race he finished. He was crowned the Moto2 World Champion at the Valencia finale, before being promoted to the premier MotoGP class for the 2022 season.
In his MotoGP rookie season, Gardner has demonstrated strong progression and a level of determination that will serve him well in 2023, as he takes on a new challenge aboard the race proven Yamaha R1 in the GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team.
ANDREA DOSOLI
(Yamaha Motor Europe Road Racing Manager)
“Remy is an exciting young talent, who boasts an impressive career inside the Grand Prix paddock. We are obviously delighted to have a rider on board who’s not only shown great progression but has experience at the top level of motorcycle racing. We believe that he is the perfect fit for Yamaha’s WorldSBK programme and are keen to see what he can do on one of our R1 WorldSBK machines. We’d also like to thank Garrett Gerloff for his commitment to Yamaha these past three seasons and we wish him all the best for the future.”
FILIPPO CONTI
(GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team, Team Manager)
“We are delighted to welcome Remy to our team. He fits perfectly with our programme, and is a top rider who has proven his abilities as a World Champion in the Grand Prix paddock. We strongly believe he will be a great asset for Yamaha and the GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team. At the same time, we would like to thank Garrett for the three years we have spent together. We are parting ways at the end of the season but highly respect him, so wish him all the best.”
Garrett Gerloff. Photo courtesy BMW Motorrad Motorsport.
Garrett Gerloff joins the BMW Motorrad Motorsport family in 2023.
American Garrett Gerloff will start in the FIM Superbike World Championship as a BMW Motorrad factory rider from 2023.
Gerloff races for the Bonovo action BMW Racing Team next season.
Marc Bongers: “We are confident that Garrett Gerloff will fit very nicely into our squad of BMW Motorrad factory riders and will further strengthen our project.”
Munich. BMW Motorrad Motorsport will welcome an addition from the United States of America next year. American Garrett Gerloff will compete as a BMW Motorrad factory rider in the FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) from 2023. The 27-year-old will start for the Bonovo action BMW Racing Team next season.
Gerloff started his career in the USA, where he raced in various championships. In 2016 and 2017 he was crowned MotoAmerica Supersport champion. In the following two years, he enjoyed success in the MotoAmerica Superbike Championship. Since 2020, Gerloff has competed in the World Superbike Championship, where he has repeatedly demonstrated his ability and speed. He impressed with three podiums in his first season in this fiercely-competitive championship. A further two were to follow last year.
“Howdy, and welcome to the BMW Motorrad Motorsport family, Garrett Gerloff,” said BMW Motorrad Motorsport Director Marc Bongers. “We have always followed his development in WorldSBK over the past few years. He showed from the outset that he is fast and talented. He has now matured as a rider. We are thrilled to have Garrett on board from next season. We are confident that Garrett will fit very nicely into our squad of BMW Motorrad factory riders and will further strengthen our project. He will help the Bonovo action BMW Racing Team to take the next step towards the top next season.”
Jürgen Röder, Bonovo action BMW Racing Team owner, said: “We are overjoyed that a rider like Garrett Gerloff is joining the Bonovo action team! We are very much looking forward to working together and are confident that we will embark on an excellent 2023 season with him. I hope that we can provide whatever Garrett wants and envisions and I think then we’ll be well positioned for the new season.”
A 2023 Suzuki GSX-R1000R in its Metallic Triton Blue and Metallic Mystic Silver paint scheme. Photo courtesy Suzuki Motor USA, LLC.
Championship-Bred Suzuki GSX-R Sportbikes, GSX-S, and SV Street Bikes Launch for 2023
Brea, CA (September 14, 2022) – Winning pedigree is back for the 2023 GSX-R, GSX-S, and SV motorcycle lineup. The ultra-high-performance GSX-Rs are sure to thrill riders with rail-like handling and mind-bending acceleration. While the street bikes with the likes of the GSX-S and SV will have you riding in style and performance whether you are commuting through the highway or carving the canyons. Suzuki is proud to launch the 2023 GSX-R and GSX-S motorcycles.
Sport
GSX-R1000R – At the pinnacle of the GSX-R product line of ultra-high-performance motorcycles, the 2023 GSX-R1000R’s championship-winning engine combines high-performance engineering with thrilling performance and tractability. Cutting edge traction control*, launch control, and a bi-directional quick shifter help deliver an unparalleled sport riding experience.
The GSX-R1000R offers high-quality Showa BFF and BFRC-Lite suspension components delivering a suspension feel that helps riders rule any track day or mountain pass. Up-front, stainless-steel brake lines, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc brake calipers grasp a pair of 320mm Brembo T-drive floating brake rotors for incredibly strong stopping power with outstanding braking response and lever feel.
For 2023, the GSX-R1000R rules the street or track in three color options. A historic Metallic Triton Blue and Metallic Mystic Silver paint scheme evocative of Suzuki’s MotoGP bikes, a stunning Metallic Matte Black and Glass Sparkle Black, or a Pearl Brilliant White and Metallic Matte Stellar Blue paint scheme.
The GSX-R1000R continues its reign as the best liter-class supersport offering excitement with a proven combination of stellar reliability, durability, usability, and overall high performance with excellent racing potential. All delivered in a striking package augmenting the GSX-R’s 35+ year legacy of championship-winning sportbike performance.
Key points of the 2023 GSX-R1000R include:
A compact inline four-cylinder engine produces an exciting powerband thanks to the Suzuki Variable Valve Timing (VVT) system.
Advanced electronics, like Launch Control and the Bi-Directional Quick Shift System, augment riding performance.
Twin-spar aluminum frame with adjustable swingarm pivot carrying Showa Balance Free Front Fork (BFF) and rear shock for confident high-performance handling.
Stainless steel brake lines feed the ABS-equipped** Brembo 4-piston front calipers for extraordinary stopping performance and lever feel.
Superb wind protection and aerodynamics with an LED headlight and Suzuki Ram Air Direct (SRAD) ducts.
Advance and distinctive LED position lights.
A 2023 Suzuki GSX-R1000R in Metallic Triton Blue and Metallic Mystic Silver. Photo courtesy Suzuki Motor USA, LLC.
GSX-R1000 – In 1985, Suzuki revolutionized the sportbike category with the introduction of the original GSX-R750, and then created another milestone in 2001 with the introduction of the GSX-R1000. Using the revolutionary and lightweight chassis of the GSX-R750 and a 988cc inline four-cylinder engine design that Suzuki is renowned for, stellar superbike performance became available to riders everywhere.
A key member of the GSX-R family of ultra-high-performance motorcycles, the 2023 GSX-R1000’s proven inline 4-cylinder engine provides class-leading power delivered smoothly and controllably across a broad rpm range. Like the original GSX-R1000, the 2023’s compact, light, and strong chassis deliver precise high-performance handling and excellent suspension feel combined with stellar braking control. All combined to help riders conquer a racetrack or a country road with confidence and aplomb. Advanced electronic rider aids such as Traction Control* and a Bi-Directional Quick Shifter augment the riding experience while the distinctive, aerodynamic GSX-R bodywork offers astonishing styling that continues to turn heads.
Equipped with Showa’s Big-Piston Fork plus Brembo T-drive rotors and Monobloc brake calipers, the GSX-R1000 help deliver the sort of performance and confidence a sport rider’s favorite canyon road ride or local track day demand.
For 2023, the GSX-R1000 is available in Pearl Brilliant White and Metallic Matte Stellar Blue or Metallic Matte Black No. 2 and Glass Sparkle Black liveries.
2023 Suzuki GSX-R1000s. Photo courtesy Suzuki Motor USA, LLC.
GSX-R750 – On the road or on the track since 1985, the GSX-R750 delivers a breathtaking combination of outstanding engine performance, precise handling, and lightweight and nimble chassis that combine for an exhilarating motorcycle. Its secret is an unequaled pairing of 750cc performance with the lightweight, compact chassis of a 600cc Supersport, complemented by technologically advanced suspension front and rear.
The 2023 GSX-R750 is the latest expression of the GSX-R’s original concept and builds upon Suzuki’s championship-winning heritage. Like no other sportbike, the GSX-R750 offers a precise, high-performance riding experience that may be used on the street or the racetrack.
Key features for the 2023 GSX-R750 include:
Iconic, GSX-R aerodynamic styling with three distinctive paint and graphics schemes.
Fuel-injected, 750cc, 4-cylinder engine powers a balanced sportbike experience.
Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (S-DMS) lets the rider adjust the power delivery.
Twin-spar aluminum frame and Showa Big Piston Front Fork (BPF) deliver extraordinary handling.
The 2023 GSX-R750 is available in Metallic Triton Blue and Metallic Mystic Silver, Pearl Brilliant White and Metallic Matte Stellar Blue or Glass Sparkle Black and Glass Matte Mechanical Gray.
GSX-R600 – The 2023 GSX-R600 underscores the GSX-R’s tradition of blending championship-winning track performance with impeccable handling.
The GSX-R600’s compact, powerful, four-cylinder engine reacts with vigor when a rider demands it, while its supremely refined suspension and brakes provide precise, responsive confidence-inspiring handling. The superb ergonomics enhance rider control and comfort, and the iconic GSX-R bodywork delivers an agile look under any of the three available 2023 paint schemes- Pearl Brilliant White and Metallic Matte Stellar Blue, and Glass Sparkle Black and Glass Matte Mechanical Gray schemes join Suzuki’s historic Metallic Triton Blue and Metallic Mystic Silver paint scheme.
The GSX-R600’s race-ready look isn’t manufactured, it’s the byproduct of the GSX-R’s multiple decades of production road racing dominance. The dominance continues to this day in multiple race series around the world. For a rider considering a mid-size supersport bike at home, on the track, or on the street, there’s only one choice; the Suzuki GSX-R600.
Key features for the GSX-R600 include:
Iconic, GSX-R styling with three distinctive paint schemes.
Fuel-injected, 599cc, 4-cylinder engine delivering championship-delivering power from idle to redline.
Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (S-DMS) lets the rider adjust the power delivery.
Twin-spar aluminum frame and Showa Big Piston Fork deliver exceptional handling.
GSX-S1000 – The 2023 GSX-S1000 now aims to deliver greater controllability, agility, and power for an even more exciting and rewarding riding experience, while complying with worldwide emissions standards. The GSX-S1000’s physique comes in a tight and striking package that is ready to turn heads and own the streets.
Styling immediately draws your attention to the 2023 GSX-S1000. Tight, angular styling makes it clear that this light and muscular, naked sportbike is a serious contender. It’s hard not to stare at the stacked LED headlights housed in a minimalistic cowling that resides between a pair of MotoGP-inspired winglets protruding from the angular radiator shrouds.
The GSX-R-based engine is exposed as a clear message to others that this motorcycle makes more peak power with a boosted torque curve that delivers street-dominating power. Riders can keep that power under control with the electronic Ride-by-Wire throttle bodies and the latest version of the Suzuki Clutch Assist System (SCAS) that smooths shifting and engine braking.
There’s more GSX-R DNA in the chassis with its aluminum, twin-spar frame design, and superbike-braced swingarm. The suspension features a fully adjustable, inverted KYB fork and easy-to-adjust rear shock. Stopping performance is stellar via the dual, ABS-equipped**, radial-mounted, four-piston Brembo front brake calipers and 310mm floating rotors. Wider than the prior generation model, the cast-aluminum handlebar provides a comfortable reach and the proper leverage to hustle the GSX-S1000 through the corners and maneuver in tight city streets and traffic.
The 2023 GSX-S1000 has the Suzuki Intelligent Ride System (S.I.R.S.) in its corner. Make this bike your own using the three-mode Suzuki Drive Mode Selector and the five-mode (and OFF) Advanced Traction Control System*. Give your clutch hand a rest with the Bi-Directional Quick Shift system. Suzuki’s popular Easy Start and Low RPM Assist systems get the fun started without any hassle.
Two available body colors, including Suzuki’s MotoGP bike-inspired Metallic Triton Blue and the new Glass Sparkle Black help position the 2023 GSX-S1000 as the sport’s dominant naked sportbike not only in performance but in styling and value as well.
2023 Suzuki GSX-S1000s. Photo courtesy Suzuki Motor USA, LLC.
SV650/SV650 ABS – Suzuki riders struck gold when the first SV650 launched in 1999. Since then, this iconic middleweight has seen continual improvements while still embodying the sporty ride, precise feel, and riding versatility and prowess only a provocative, mid-sized V-twin roadster delivers.
The 2023 SV650 and SV650 ABS use an entertaining and refined engine delivering torquey middleweight performance, low emissions, and outstanding fuel economy. This enjoyable V-twin mill is mounted in a trim and lightweight chassis delivering a keen and spirited riding experience like no other 650.
For 2023, the SV650 is available in Glass Sparkle Black and Solid Iron Gray bodywork, while the SV650 ABS features Metallic Reflective Blue bodywork.
Both SV650s’ great looks and sparkling performance deliver sportbike-like handling, exceedingly great value, and riding versatility that a broad range of riders continues to embrace, whether they are new to the sport, growing their riding skills or avid road racers; the confidence-inspiring Suzuki SV650 is their ideal ride.
*The Traction Control System is not a substitute for the rider’s throttle control. It cannot prevent loss of traction due to excessive speed when the rider enters a turn and/or applies the brakes. Neither can it prevent the front wheel from losing grip
**Depending on road surface conditions, such as wet, loose, or uneven roads, braking distance for an ABS-equipped vehicle may be longer than for a vehicle not equipped with ABS. ABS cannot prevent wheel skidding caused by braking while cornering. Please drive carefully and do not overly rely on ABS.
Kayla Yaakov (31). Photo by Brian J. Nelson, courtesy Altus Motorsports.
MotoAmerica: Results from New Jersey Motorsports Park for the Altus Motorsports WPS FLY Racing Team
(Millville, NJ) The NJMP round of 2022 MotoAmerica season was another successful weekend for the Altus Motorsports team. Brandon Paasch’s progression on the 1000 continued and he took home another trophy in the Stock 1000 class. Jaret Nassaney posted his best results of the season and Kayla Yaakov dominated Sunday for another win in the Junior Cup.
Superbike Cup & Stock 1000
Brandon Paasch is coming on strong as the season comes to a close. For the singular Stock 1000 race at the New Jersey MotoAmerica round, he started from fifth and battled most of the race to take third. He now has four podiums in a row heading into the final round of the season in Alabama.
Brandon Paasch (96). Photo by Brian J. Nelson, courtesy Altus Motorsports.
“It was a great weekend! We struggled quite a bit up until Q2. Then Mike at Ohlins helped us out a ton! I had a much better feeling with the bike in the morning warm up on Sunday, and was a lot more confident for the race. When the lights go out the elbows always come up; I went to work in the race and ended in third! That’s a fourth podium in a row. It was great to keep our podium streak alive and to do it in front of the home crowd. I’m super excited with how the second half of our season is going, and can’t wait to finish strong at Barber,” said Brandon Paasch.
In the Superbike Races, Brandon started both from 14th. In the Saturday race, he finished in 14th and as the third place Superbike Cup racer. On Sunday, he crossed the line in 10th and as the second Superbike Cup competitor. He heads to Barber just 11 points out of the lead in the Superbike Cup championship.
Supersport
Jaret Nassaney qualified 10th for both Supersport races. In the first race, he fought his way forward to take a sixth place finish. On Sunday, he bettered that by one spot. Jaret had fought his way up to sixth before it started to rain, but that didn’t slow him down. He continued to ride with confidence and crossed the line to take a top-five result. This is his second top-five this season.
Jaret Nassaney (59). Photo by Brian J. Nelson, courtesy Altus Motorsports.
“I put in a good time in qualifying, but it was only good enough for 10th on the grid. Once the races started, I put my head down and fought through the pack. Overall I am very happy with the weekend,” said Jaret Nassaney.
Junior Cup
Kayla Yaakov was the second-fastest Junior Cup rider across the two qualifying sessions putting her in the middle of the first row for both race starts. After a race-long battle for the win in the first Junior Cup race of the weekend, Kayla crossed the line in fifth. She was just a few tenths out of first. Sunday brought rain, but Kayla is extremely comfortable in the wet. She took the lead from the start and checked out to take her third win of the season.
Kayla Yaakov (31). Photo by Brian J. Nelson, courtesy Altus Motorsports.
“This past weekend at New Jersey Motorsports Park, we made a good step in the right direction as we head into the final round of the 2022 season. From FP1 to the races, my entire Altus Motorsports crew (including my father) got my bike dialed-in and feeling amazing. Since I don’t have a lot of time at NJMP, I was very happy to achieve a front row start. We knew the races would be difficult since so many riders were within a few seconds. In the first race, I got hit by two riders on the final lap, which ultimately cost me the podium. Going into the second race, I knew that I wanted to do something great. We went out for our second wet race of the season, and I was able to win by over 2.5 seconds in a shortened race! I am pleased with my results this weekend and happy to add another win to my championship chase. We were also able to close the gap to the leaders in the championship. The bike has not felt this good since the round at The Ridge. I’m super happy that we have made this huge step forward going into the final round. We are ready for Barber Motorsports Park!” said Kayla Yaakov.
“Altus Motorsports had a great weekend. Sunday was a difficult day weather-wise, not knowing if it was going to be dry or wet during the races. Our mechanics worked hard and had bikes set up and ready for whatever the New Jersey skies threw our way. Everyone rode well on Saturday, but Sunday they really showed their talent and skills. I’m really excited to see how they take this confidence with them into our final MotoAmerica round in two weeks,” said team owner, Janette Nassaney.
The Altus Motorsports team is supported by our great family of sponsors: Altus Motorsports, FLY Racing WPS, Suzuki Motor Corporation, Moto-D Racing, Bonamici, Hot Bodies Racing, M4 Exhausts, Vortex EK, Motion Pro, Barnett, Maxima Racing Oils, SBS Brakes, BrakeTech USA, Inc., Ohlins, K-Tech, RS Taichi, Arai, Law Tigers Oklahoma, and Altus Factory Racing.
More, from a press release issued by Rodio Racing:
Rodio Racing Has Mixed Results at NJMP
Gus Rodio and Anthony Mazzioto Maintain 2nd Place in Their Championships
Gus Rodio put on a dominating performance at the MotoAmerica SportbikeTrackGear.com Junior Cup event at his home track at New Jersey Motorsports Park and in the process chipped away at his championship point deficit, setting the scene for an exciting finale in two weeks. Gus was fastest in the Free Practice session, leading by over a half second. He continued his onslaught in Q1, stretching his advantage over the competition by 0.614 second, securing the provisional pole position. In Q2 Gus maintained his dominance, claiming the pole with a best time of 1:29.995, the only competitor to run in the 29’s. Race One provided some of the best racing of the season, with Gus leading much of the race he executed an incredible last-lap, last-turn pass after slipping to fourth to win the race by 0.016 second. In a wet and restarted Race Two Gus rode a conservative race on a wet setup to finish second and gain valuable championship points, setting the fastest race lap time on the last lap.
Gus Rodio (96) aboard his Rodio Racing Kawasaki Ninja 400. Photo by Brian J. Nelson, courtesy of Rodio Racing.
Gus Rodio: “What a weekend in front of the home crowd! I look forward to every weekend at the track, but this one’s always special. When all your people come together and support what you love it just hits different! A solid weekend leading every session but Race Two, where I finished P2. This was my first MotoAmerica podium in the rain with the fastest lap of the race. I was even able to get into the 29’s in the dry which has been a goal of mine for a long time. We’re now only 20 points out of the championship, after starting with 50 going into NJMP. Excited to attack Barber Motorsports Park!”
Gus heads to the season finale at Barber Motorsports Park in two weeks in second place in the championship, 20 points behind the leader with 50 points available.
Anthony Mazziotto struggled early in Free Practice, but rebounded to fourth place in Q1, 0.673 second behind the fastest time. In Q2 Anthony shaved a bit of time but dropped to sixth place, 0.676 second behind. After setup changes, Mazziotto ran as high as third place in the single REV’IT! Twins Cup race of the event, matching the fastest time of the race winner, but finished fifth after an encounter with a backmarker.
Anthony Mazziotto (516) aboard his Rodio Racing Aprilia RS 660. Photo by Brian J. Nelson, courtesy of Rodio Racing
Anthony Mazziotto: “After problems at PittRace the team is turning things around and I feel like we’re on the right track. We lost a little ground in the championship but I’m still in second place, I’m looking forward to Barber to have a last run at winning the title, it’s definitely not out of reach.”
Mazziotto will have a final attempt at winning the class championship at Barber Motorsports Park in 2nd place 15 points behind with 25 championship points up for grabs.
More, from a press release issued by Indian Motorcycle:
TYLER O’HARA CAPTURES 2022 MOTOAMERICA MISSION KING OF THE BAGGERS CHAMPIONSHIP FOR INDIAN MOTORCYCLE RACING AND S&S CYCLE
Riding the Mission® Foods S&S® Indian Challenger, O’Hara’s Consistency Through the Seven-Round MotoAmerica Series Carries Indian Motorcycle Over Rival Harley-Davidson to Reclaim Coveted Crown
The Indian Motorcycle – S&S Cycle team. Photo by Brian J. Nelson, courtesy Indian Motorcycle.
Minneapolis, MN. (September 14, 2022) – This past weekend at New Jersey Motorsports Park, Tyler O’Hara battled through rain-soaked conditions to finish second in the Main Event, earning the necessary points to capture the 2022 Mission King of the Baggers (KOTB) Championship for Indian Motorcycle Racing and S&S® Cycle. This is the second KOTB Championship in three years for O’Hara and the Indian Motorcycle Racing-S&S team in the increasingly popular MotoAmerican bagger-racing class.
O’Hara’s 2022 Championship run was a picture of consistency throughout the seven-round series. The Petaluma, Calif. native captured five podium finishes over seven rounds; including a victory at the Daytona Speedway season opener, along with two fourth-place finishes aboard his ever-reliable Mission® Foods S&S® Indian Challenger. This year’s Championship came at the expense of Harley-Davidson Screamin’ Eagle rider Travis Wyman, who entered the series’ final round with a three-point lead in the Championship point race, only to see his hopes literally slip away when he crashed midway through the second lap while frantically chasing O’Hara through the rain soaked circuit in New Jersey.
It was an afternoon rainstorm that spoiled the best-laid plans for points leader Wyman and served up a golden opportunity for O’Hara and teammate Jeremy McWilliams, who both thrive in wet conditions. Starting from the fourth and fifth positions respectively, O’Hara and McWilliams jumped out to a fast start, overtaking Wyman and Vance-Hines Harley-Davidson rider James Rispoli and moving into second and third position respectively coming out of turn one. This allowed McWilliams to slow the pace for the field behind him, including Wyman, and create breathing room for O’Hara who consistently maintained pace behind race leader Kyle Wyman. With an added level of urgency thanks to McWilliams’ stifling efforts, the younger Wyman made an aggressive outside pass on McWilliams and immediately began aggressively pushing to close the gap with O‘Hara, ultimately low-siding and sliding into the infield late into the second lap. Although he was able to get back on his bike and continue the race, Wyman fell to the back of the pack, while O’Hara stayed close behind the older Wyman brother, holding his second-place position to the finish and capturing his second KOTB Championship.
“Even though it’s one rider that earns the Championship, this was a situation where the support from Jeremy and our ability to work together made all the difference, and I could not be more grateful for his support and the tireless work of my entire Indian Motorcycle-S&S team,” said O’Hara. “Every member of this team sacrificed so much of themselves over this past year and to stand on that podium and celebrate this Championship with them is a testament to our commitment and nothing short of a dream come true. I’m so proud to reclaim the crown and the number-one plate for such an incredible and talented group of guys who put their hearts and souls into this season.”
McWilliams, a veteran road racer of MotoGP fame, joined the Indian Motorcycle-S&S factory team at the start of the 2022 season. Along with a virtually unmatched level of experience and skill that resulted in a Round Two victory at Daytona and fourth-place finish overall, McWilliams brought an invaluable wealth of knowledge to the team. His technical input and collaboration with Indian Motorcycle-S&S engineers and mechanics throughout the season allowed the team to continually evolve, refine and improve the Indian Challenger, optimizing set ups specific to track conditions at each and every round.
“Jeremy’s expertise and experience, combined with Tyler’s skill and competitive fire is something truly special,” said Gary Gray, Vice President Racing, Service and Technology for Indian Motorcycle. “When you back those two guys up with the expertise, commitment and heart of this entire Indian Motorcycle-S&S crew, you come away with a Championship. On behalf of everyone at Indian Motorcycle, I could not be prouder of our team and what we’ve accomplished this season.”
Ultimately, it’s the commitment of the entire team, including the engineers and mechanics behind the riders, that makes the difference between winning or losing a championship. This was no better evidenced then by the consistency of O’Hara and his Mission® Foods S&S® Indian Challenger throughout the entire season. Not only did O’Hara’s #29 bike finish every race during the season without fail, it never finished lower than fourth place.
“This Championship is the result of the sacrifices and commitment made by each and every member of our team – so many days on the road away from their families and sleepless nights working to ensure our bikes were dialed-in for Tyler and Jeremy,” said Jeff Bailey, S&S Cycle Crew Chief. “Every member of our crew played a critical role, making unique sacrifices and sharing in the highs and lows we experienced together throughout the season, and that’s truly what makes this Championship so gratifying. I could not be prouder of this group of incredible individuals.”
Sponsors for Indian Motorcycle Racing’s King of the Bagger efforts include Mission® Foods, S&S®, Medallia, Drag Specialties and Parts Unlimited.
To learn more about each race team, visit SSCycle.com, RolandSands.com, Saddlemen.com and LloydzGarage.com. For information about Indian Motorcycle, visit IndianMotorcycle.com, or follow along on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
ABOUT INDIAN MOTORCYCLE®
Indian Motorcycle is America’s First Motorcycle Company®. Founded in 1901, Indian Motorcycle has won the hearts of motorcyclists around the world and earned distinction as one of America’s most legendary and iconic brands through unrivaled racing dominance, engineering prowess and countless innovations and industry firsts. Today that heritage and passion is reignited under new brand stewardship. To learn more, please visit www.indianmotorcycle.com.
ABOUT S&S® CYCLE
S&S® Cycle was born from a passion for racing and has spent over six decades building performance for the powersports market. Their unwavering focus on quality, reliability and top shelf power has made S&S® Cycle the absolute leader in high performance on the street and track.
ABOUT MISSION® FOODS:
MISSION®, owned by GRUMA, S.A.B. de C.V., is the world’s leading brand for tortillas and wraps. MISSION® is also globally renowned for flatbreads, dips, salsas and Mexican food products. With presence in over 112 countries MISSION® products are suited to the lifestyles and the local tastes of each country. With innovation and customer needs in mind, MISSION® focuses on the highest quality, authentic flavors, and providing healthy options that families and friends can enjoy together. For more information, please visit www.missionfoods.com
Fabio Quartararo (20). Photo courtesy Monster Energy Yamaha.
MONSTER ENERGY YAMAHA MOTOGP TRAVEL TO ARAGON FOR ROUND 15
Alcañiz (Spain), 14th September 2022
The Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Team are in high spirits after a positive end to the Misano Official MotoGP Test and are ready to tackle the upcoming triple header. They have made their way to the MotorLand Aragón for Round 15 of the 2022 MotoGP World Championship.
The Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Team is looking forward to resume action after a short break following the Misano Official MotoGP Test. They have used the few days off to prepare for the upcoming triple header, starting with the Gran Premio de Aragón.
Fabio Quartararo has a 30-point lead in the championship standings as he arrives in Alcañiz. He is expecting a difficult weekend in Aragon. El Diablo‘s best premier class result there to date is his top-5 finish in 2019. But he is, as ever, fully determined to put in 100% effort to get a top position and defend P1 in the overall results.
Franco Morbidelli left the Misano Test with a positive feeling and this week aims to build on the work he has done so far. With the set-up of his YZR-M1 now adjusted to his specifications, he anticipates finding out how well it will perform on the Aragón circuit. The Italian has achieved great success at this track, securing the victory at the Teruel GP in 2020. He hopes for a point-winning position to move up from P19 in the standings.
The MotorLand Aragón circuit was added to the MotoGP Calendar in 2010. The track is situated near the town of Alcañiz, a few hours’ drive from Barcelona. The fast 5.1km long track has ten left and seven right corners, and a 968m longest straight. It was given the IRTA Best Grand Prix of the Year award after MotoGP‘s first visit there, reflecting the riders‘ and the fans‘ appreciation of the venue.
MASSIMO MEREGALLI
TEAM DIRECTOR
After the positive Misano Test, our motivation is very high. The atmosphere in the team is great, which is important before the start of the busy final chapters of 2022. This weekend we kick off the triple header that leads us into the Asia and Australia leg of the season. Traditionally, Aragon is not an easy track for us, but neither is the Spielberg circuit, and Fabio‘s pace was still competitive enough there for second place. Franky also knows the Aragon track really well and even secured the victory there in 2020 with the satellite Yamaha team. We expect a hard-fought race, but we‘re also curious to see what we can achieve this weekend. As always, we will aim for top positions.
FABIO QUARTARARO
I think the Aragon GP will be the toughest race of the GPs that we have left. But I‘m focused. I want to make it a great race. I‘ve never done better than a top 5 there before. Hopefully, we can be really strong, do a great race, and be proud of ourselves.
FRANCO MORBIDELLI
We have made good steps leading up to the Misano race and also during the test afterwards. We‘ve been on this positive trajectory, but we got unlucky during the race itself. This weekend we will try again. I made some great memories in Aragon in 2020 when I won the Teruel GP. We know that the competition is tough out there, but we‘ve already proven that we can get good results at this circuit too.
The Ducati Lenovo Team arrives at the MotorLand Aragón (Spain) for the fifteenth round of the 2022 MotoGP season
The Aragon GP opens the demanding triple-header in Spain, Japan and Thailand
MotoGP returns to action this weekend with the fifteenth round of the 2022 season, the Grand Prix of Aragon, scheduled from Friday 16th to Sunday 18th September at the MotorLand Aragón in Alcañiz (Spain).
The Spanish track, designed by the famous architect Herman Tilke, hosted the World Championship for the first time in 2010, its inaugural year. On that occasion, Casey Stoner took the top step of the podium with his Ducati. In total, the Borgo Panigale manufacturer has had two wins at the Aragonese circuit and the second one bears the name of Francesco Bagnaia, who scored his first MotoGP victory last year.
The Ducati Lenovo Team rider, fresh from winning the last home GP at Misano Adriatico and returning from two days of testing at the same track, arrives in Spain determined to continue with the momentum that saw him becoming the first Ducati rider to score four consecutive MotoGP wins. After his latest thrilling victory at Misano, Pecco is now second in the overall standings, 30 points behind leader Quartararo.
Teammate Jack Miller also arrives at Aragón determined to redeem himself after his crash at the last Grand Prix. At Misano, the Australian rider had once again demonstrated his excellent form by taking the pole position, but in the race, he crashed while in the lead. After the fourteenth round of the 2022 season, Miller finds himself in sixth place in the Championship, 88 points off the lead.
At Aragón, Ducati will also have the first “match point” to conquer, for the third consecutive year, the Constructors’ Championship, where it occupies the first position with 110 points. On the other hand, in the team classification is the Ducati Lenovo Team in the first place, with a 25-point advantage over Aprilia Racing.
Francesco Bagnaia (#63 Ducati Lenovo Team) – 2nd (181 points)
“I am happy to be back racing at Aragón, where I took my first MotoGP win last year. In general, it’s a very good track for us, and I think we can be even faster this year than last year. In any case, we’ll face the weekend with the same approach as always: to give our best from Friday and focus exclusively on the race weekend, without thinking about the Championship.”
Jack Miller (#43 Ducati Lenovo Team) – 6th (123 points)
“In the last race at Misano, we couldn’t capitalize on the great work we did over the weekend, so I hope to do that here at Aragon. Racing in Spain is always great because of the warmth of the crowd. My feeling with the Desmosedici GP continues to be excellent, and in the Misano test, we gathered more information to improve our bike further. I’m determined to do well and fight for the top positions in this last weekend in Europe before the two races in Asia”.
The Ducati Lenovo Team will take to the track for the first free practice session of the Grand Prix of Aragon on Friday, 16 September, at 9:55am local time (CEST). The Spanish round will also be the first of the triple-header that will continue in Asia with the Japanese GP the following week, followed by the Thai GP.
Circuit information
Country: Spain
Name: MotorLand Aragón
Best lap: Morbidelli (Yamaha), 1:48.089 (169 km/h) – 2020
Crystal Martinez (25) leads Kayleigh Buyck (16) and Jennifer Chancellor (19) during the Royal Enfield BTR race at NJMP. Photo courtesy Royal Enfield North America.
Martinez Triumphs At New Jersey BUILD. TRAIN. RACE.
Breakthrough Royal Enfield BTR Road Racing victory for Crystal Martinez at New Jersey Motorsports Park
Milwaukee, WI (Tuesday, September 13, 2022) – It might have taken until the penultimate round of the 2022 Royal Enfield BUILD. TRAIN. RACE. Road Racing season, but a new face has emerged at the top of the BTR podium. The New Jersey Motorsports Park round of MotoAmerica was the site of Crystal Martinez’ breakthrough victory, where she claimed pole position and Saturday’s BTR main race win, halting the impressive win streak of Kayleigh Buyck. Martinez was joined on the overall podium by Chloe Peterson and Jenny Chancellor in an epic battle that came down to the final corner.
After setting the fast lap in qualifying, Martinez was primed for her first victory of the season, but a wheelie off the start left her on the back foot. Buyck and Peterson got out to a good start while Martinez quickly regrouped to keep herself with the lead pack. The battle for the lead was an intense one throughout the race, with Peterson heading the field and Martinez nipping at her heels–at one point quite literally as the two clipped wheels, nearly causing Martinez to lose her front end. “It shook me up for a split second, but I didn’t give up,” said Martinez. “I kept pushing and battling with Chloe until the very last turn.”
Crystal Martinez (center) won the Royal Enfield BTR race over runner-up Chloe Peterson (left) and third-place finisher Jennifer Chancellor (right) in New Jersey. Photo courtesy Royal Enfield North America.
It was the final turn where a slight miscalculation by Peterson changed the tide. A missed shift caused her to lose her momentum, and allowed Martinez to draft past and nab the win. “What an epic race!” Peterson exclaimed. “I was a quarter-second off first. That was the hardest, most aggressive I have ever ridden. I did things during the race I never thought I would be capable of at the beginning of the season. I’m bummed, but I’m also focused on the positives, that I really grew my comfort zone and leveled up my race craft.”
“Mad respect to her for pushing until the very end,” said Martinez. “It’s my first win of the season and I have a lot of emotions. Now I want to focus on what I can do better for our last round at Barber. I’m second in the championship and it’s still up for the taking.”
The sixth and final round of the Royal Enfield BTR Road Race season will take place September 23 at Barber Motorsports Park in Birmingham, Alabama, where the 2022 champion will be crowned. With four out five wins to her credit, Kayleigh Buyck holds the advantage, but a fourth-place finish in New Jersey has tightened up the points, and the crown is still very much up for the taking.
“New Jersey was an exciting round, and a good shake-up in the season,” said Breeann Poland, Marketing and Communications Lead – Royal Enfield Americas. “Watching the skill and race craft of all the BTR women evolve throughout the season has been incredible. The way they push each other and learn from each other is what’s raising the competition level with each round. After all this group has been through this season, the highs and lows, we’re sad to see it coming to a close, but we’re also looking forward to a hell of a final showdown at Barber.”
Royal Enfield BUILD. TRAIN. RACE. Road Race
New Jersey Results
1. Crystal Martinez (#25)
2. Chloe Peterson (#55)
3. Jennifer Chancellor (#19)
4. Kayleigh Buyck (#16)
5. Ash Truxal (#31)
6. Jessica Martin (#23)
7. Michaela Trumbull (#27)
8. Bridgette LeBer (#21)
9. Cora Tennyson (#95)
10. Hannah Stockton (#62)
About Royal Enfield
The oldest motorcycle company in continuous production in the world, Royal Enfield made its first motorcycle in 1901. A division of Eicher Motors Limited, Royal Enfield has created the midsize motorcycle segment in India with its unique and distinctive modern classic motorcycles. With its manufacturing base in Chennai, India, Royal Enfield has been able to grow its production rapidly against a surge in demand for its motorcycles. Royal Enfield is a leading player in the global middleweight motorcycle market.
Royal Enfield North America (RENA) is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and is developing a growing network of more than 150 dealers in North America, including the contiguous U.S. and Canada. RENA currently offers the all-new Scram 411, Classic 350, Meteor 350, Himalayan and the 650 Twins (INT650 and Continental GT 650) motorcycles, along with a range of Genuine Motorcycle Accessories and apparel.
For more information on Royal Enfield North America, visit www.RoyalEnfield.com/us/en/, www.Instagram.com/RoyalEnfield_NA, www.Facebook.com/RoyalEnfieldNorthAmerica.
More, from a press release issued by N2 Racing:
N2/BobbleHeadMoto Racing’s Blake Davis Wins at New Jersey Motorsports Park!
Blake Davis (22). Photo by Brian J. Nelson, courtesy N2 Racing.
Media, PA – September 2022 – N2/BobbleHeadMoto Racing’s Blake Davis scored a dominant flag-to-flag victory in the MotoAmerica Twins Cup Race at New Jersey Motorsports Park. The win allowed Davis to extend his points lead to 15 points over Anthony Mazziotto for the Championship going into the last round at Barber Motorsports Park. BobbleHeadMoto owner, mechanic, N2 control rider, YCRS Instructor, N2 Racing crew member, and generally great guy Emerson Amaya filled in for Kevin Olmedo to finish 12th in Supersport Race One and 13th in Supersport Race Two.
Blake Davis has been on an incredible run since mid-summer with podium finishes or victories at every round. This has allowed Blake to quietly take the Twins Cup point lead after PittRace with two rounds to go. Blake was fast from the first practice with only championship competitor Jody Barry able to run comparable times. Blake qualified in second position behind Barry with a time of 1:24.796.
Blake was never challenged during the Twins Cup Race taking the lead in the first turn and never letting it go. Davis ran relentless, consistent, dominant laps allowing him to finish 3.105 ahead of second place Ben Gloddy. Championship competitors Jody Barry and Anthony Mazziotto finished fourth and fifth, respectively, allowing Blake to extend his lead to 15 points in the championship going into the last round at Barber Motorsports Park. If Mazziotto wins, then Blake needs to finish sixth or better to be the 2022 Twins Cup Champion.
Supersport was a family affair this week at New Jersey Motorsports Park with Emerson Amaya subbing for Kevin Olmedo who is recovering from Guillain-Barre Syndrome at home in El Salvador. Emerson is at the heart and soul of the N2/BobbleHeadMoto Race Team and it was a natural fit for Emerson to fill in for Kevin. The goal was fast, consistent laps with no drama and that goal was met. Emerson finished 12th in Race One and 13th in Race Two, which was held in mixed conditions.
The N2/BobbleHeadMoto Race Team has only two events left for the 2022 race season and is in the championship hunt for both. The team will be at Barber Motorsports Park on September 23 – 25 to fight for victory in MotoAmerica Twins Cup and Supersport. The N2/BobbleHeadMoto Race Team is also competing for a championship in the N2/WERA National Endurance Series by Dunlop on a Yamaha YZF-R1. The final round is also at Barber Motorsports Park on October 21, 2022.
Blake Davis – “We are just trying to be consistent and put in the work every week. The team is doing an amazing job and the Yamaha YZF-R7 is a dream to ride. The race was pretty drama-free. I didn’t know how far the pack was behind me so I just kept my head down and tried to be consistent. I’m excited to have extended the points lead going into the final round.”
Emerson Amaya – “I can’t thank Kris Smith, Shiloh Salopek, and the whole N2 family enough for the opportunity. Not having ridden a 600 in over three years I was certainly a little out of practice on the R6 but managed to meet the goals the team and I set for ourselves. Looking to keep the momentum from this weekend into the Barber round in a couple of weeks.”
Shiloh Salopek (Crew Chief) – “We had a plan going into the weekend and we executed that plan. Mike, Dustin, Emerson, Kris, Jim, and Steve were flawless. Blake is a pleasure to work with and his riding over the last few months has been nothing short of remarkable. We are now 100% focused on Barber.”
About N2: N2 – Ride, Race, Learn.
Founded in 2014, N2’s mission is to build a sustainable motorcycle community through safe, structured motorcycle track days, advanced rider training programs based on Yamaha Champions Riding School teaching methods, with a strong affinity for motorcycle road racing. N2 successfully resurrected Motorcycle Endurance Racing in America partnering with WERA Roadracing and creating the N2/WERA National Endurance Series by Dunlop. N2 is a premier participant in the MotoAmerica Pro Racing Series with a multi-rider team competing in several classes. N2 is also a major contributor to the Roadracing World Action Fund through fundraising efforts and support from its large member base.
N2 Racing is proudly sponsored by: Dunlop Motorcycle Tire, Yamaha Motor Corporation USA, Dainese, BobbleHeadMoto, Karnes Performance, Trading Paint, GB Racing, Westby Racing, Attack Performance, Robem Engineering, Puig, Eazi Grip, ProBolt, SBS Brakes and Yamaha Champions Riding School.
For More Information: www.n2td.org
More, from a press release issued by Joseph LiMandri’s publicist:
LiMandri on the Box in Front of Home Crowd
Joseph LiMandri, Jr. (62). Photo by Brian J. Nelson.
Joseph LiMandri Jr. scored an epic second-place finish in last weekend’s MotoAmerica Junior Cup, missing the top spot by just .016 of a second.
“Finally, we broke the streak of bad races!” LiMandri said. “I’m thankful for this result because the Bauce Racing and CyberSafe Solutions team deserves it for all the hard work they put in this weekend.”
The podium was a bit of a historic occasion as the top three riders all grew their roots with the New Jersey MiniGP program.
“Seeing our kids up there all season long is awesome, but seeing the entire podium filled with our kids is just simply incredible,” Nathan Granoff, owner of NJMiniGP said on his way to a locals-infested podium celebration.
LiMandri backed that result up with a strong, but drama-laden fourth place in Race Two.
“That was a crazy race! I had to start from pitlane as I tipped over in the wet warmup, but a red flag after the start helped us out a bit,” he said. “Maybe one more lap and I would have been battling for a podium spot, but we’ll take the points and head to Barber. It’s going to be difficult but the championship isn’t decided yet.”
It takes a whole support system to even get to the grid, much less the podium. The team recently onboarded SpaceJammit, a file storage/sharing application with a unique space themed interface. SpaceJammit (with photo credits going to Brian J. Nelson) have hosted a selection of high resolution images from the weekend for fans of “Bazooka Joe” here: https://api.app.spacejammit.com/api/v1/space/6320db7f5df29067d83b8d34/view Further, anyone who signs up for the service with the code “LiMandri” will have a portion of their fees donated to support the team’s continued racing efforts.
As always, the entire JL62 race crew would like to thank: Bauce Racing, CyberSafe Solutions, Bob Robbins, Space Jammit, EvolveGT Trackdays, Spears Racing, RST Moto, Arai Americas, Coach Chapluk, JP43 Training, Vortex, Dunlop Tires, Orient Express, K-Tech Suspension, Driven Racing, Trackside Parts Club, Woodcraft Technologies, Braketech USA,
Ferodo Racing, Chickenhawk Racing, N2 Trackdays, Precision Autoworks NY, Metric Devil Moto, Scott Powersports, Gazebo Contracting, GO! Racing.
Cameron Beaubier (6), as seen earlier this season at COTA. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.
Five-time champion Cameron Beaubier is returning to America to race a Tytlers Cycle BMW M 1000 RR Superbike in the 2023 MotoAmerica Medallia Superbike Championship, according to multiple credible sources in both the MotoGP and the MotoAmerica paddocks. Beaubier has not responded to a request to confirm or deny the reports. Tytlers Cycle Racing owner Michael Kiley has also not responded to a request to confirm or deny the reports.
Beaubier has had two roller-coaster seasons on a Triumph-powered Kalex fielded by American Racing Team in the FIM Moto2 World Championship, with incredible runs through the field and battles for podium finishes mixed with costly crashes and non-point-scoring finishes.
Beaubier’s teammate at Tytlers Cycle Racing will be 2022 MotoAmerica Stock 1000 Champion Corey Alexander.
2022 MotoAmerica Stock 1000 Champion Corey Alexander (23). Photo by Brian J. Nelson, courtesy Tytlers Cycle/RideHVMC Racing.
That means Tytlers Cycle Racing’s current riders, Spaniard Hector Barbera and American PJ Jacobsen, will be out of jobs in spite of putting their BMWs on MotoAmerica Superbike podiums in 2022.
Jacobsen told Roadracingworld.com that he has not had any conversations with Tytlers Cycle Racing management about 2023.
Current Tytlers Cycle Racing Team Manager Dave Weaver will concentrate on his role as Technical Director, while his Team Manager duties will be taken over by former AMA 750cc Supersport Champion Richie Alexander (Corey Alexander’s uncle).
With Corey Alexander and Richie Alexander moving from the Tytlers Cycle/RideHVMC Racing team (which raced in Stock 1000 and ran the same motorcycles in Superbike races) to the Tytlers Cycle Racing team in 2023, Tytlers Cycle/RideHVMC Racing may cease operations.
Meanwhile, Kyle Wyman will ride a third Tytlers Cycle Racing BMW M 1000 RR Superbike in the MotoAmerica season finale September 23-25 at Barber Motorsports Park.
Kyle Wyman put the Tytlers Cycle Racing BMW on the MotoAmerica Superbike podium as a fill-in rider at Road Atlanta. Photo courtesy Tytlers Cycle Racing.
A happy Danilo Petrucci in Victory Circle after winning MotoAmerica Superbike Race Two at New Jersey Motorsports Park. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.
Following his dominant victory in wet MotoAmerica Medallia Superbike Race Two on September 11 at New Jersey Motorsports Park, Danilo Petrucci was asked about his racing plans for the future. And the Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati NYC rider said becoming teammate to Alvaro Bautista on the factory Ducati World Superbike team was no longer on his list of options.
“I don’t think there is a chance,” Petrucci said when asked by Roadracingworld.com about the possibility of him becoming Bautista’s teammate in 2023. “I don’t think I’m very welcome in that team. I talk with Ducati a lot. To make a deal you have to be two people. If someone is in doubt, like them, because I am so heavy compared to Alvaro, and the bike is so different.
“It’s not time at the moment to take a decision [for the future] because I am so exhausted. I mean for me at the moment, the options are continue here [MotoAmerica], quit racing, or prepare a proper Dakar in 2024.
“Because my biggest part of the career has gone. I’m almost 32, and I spend all my life on the bike, and I just want to have fun. Here, I [had] fun even if there are some things to change, especially on the bike, because our bike is the factory bike from last year but just put the Dunlop tires in.
“I must say in the beginning it was really, really tough to ride. We arrive to Austin really, really in a bad shape. It was so, so difficult. So, we need to change [the Ducati], especially because as I told you many times this year I don’t think that we had one fight together, me and Jake racing together
“Today, I did the Jake. (laughs) The other, I don’t know, 17, 18 races I just see the back of his seat for a pair of laps and then there was nothing, not any battle between me and him. If I want to continue next year, at least I want to fight with him. Because this year I could just defend my position. He has been faster. Is not my opinion. It’s a fact.”
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