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British Superbike: O’Halloran Rebounds From Crash To Lead FP2 At Thruxton
Editorial Note: Americans Julian Correa and Eli Banish were 11th and 28th, respectively, in British Talent Cup FP2 at Thruxton.
BSB FP2
More, from a press release issued by MotorSport Vision Racing (MSVR):
O’Halloran bounces back from early crash to top Thruxton free practice times
Jason O’Halloran leads his Bennetts British Superbike Championship rivals into tomorrow’s eBay Sprint race at Thruxton as the McAMS Yamaha rider recovered from his crash in the opening session to top the times by 0.072s.
The Australian had captured the position at the top in the final five minutes of the second session where just 0.9s covered the top 15 riders. O’Halloran upped the pace to push Peter Hickman back into second. Ray’s best lap time though came on his final lap of the session, surging into second and it was enough to nudge Tom Sykes on the MCE Ducati outside of the top three.
The former World Champion had his best opening day of the season in fourth place, just ahead of Honda Racing UK’s Glenn Irwin who completed the top five with Kyle Ryde holding sixth position at the chequered flag.
Danny Kent was the second of the former World Champions to feature in the top ten, holding seventh place for the Buildbase Suzuki team, maintaining his position ahead of Lee Jackson on the leading Cheshire Mouldings FS-3 Kawasaki.
Tommy Bridewell was ninth fastest at his home round for the Oxford Products Racing Ducati team, just 0.004s adrift of Jackson ahead of him with Ryan Vickers completing the top ten on the FHO Racing BMW with Attis Sports.
Bennetts British Superbike Championship, Thruxton, SUPERPICKS Combined Free Practice times:
- Jason O’Halloran (McAMS Yamaha) 1m:14.723s
- Bradley Ray (Rich Energy OMG Racing Yamaha) +0.072s
- Peter Hickman (FHO Racing BMW) +0.164s
- Tom Sykes (MCE Ducati) +0.276s
- Glenn Irwin (Honda Racing UK) +0.421s
- Kyle Ryde (Rich Energy OMG Racing Yamaha) +0.455s
- Danny Kent (Buildbase Suzuki) +0.587s
- Lee Jackson (Cheshire Mouldings FS-3 Kawasaki) +0.615s
- Tommy Bridewell (Oxford Products Racing Ducati) +0.619s
- Ryan Vickers (FHO Racing BMW with Attis Sports) +0.710
- Tarran Mackenzie (McAMS Yamaha) +0.766s
- Leon Haslam (VisionTrack Kawasaki) +0.813s
For more information on the Bennetts British Superbike Championship visit www.britishsuperbike.com
Jason O’Halloran
McAMS Yamaha
Fastest in SUPERPICKS Free Practice
“That’s day one at Thruxton done, I had good speed on new tyres and good pace on old tyres so I already feel really comfortable on the bike.
“The first session we just used one tyre, but felt strong.
“I had a little tip off at the end which was my first crash for the year, I just tucked the front going into the Complex which was not ideal but the bike wasn’t too damaged so it was all cool.
“This afternoon we just worked on a new setting and continued working for the races. I am feeling really strong and can’t wait for tomorrow.”
British Superbike: Mackenzie Tops FP1 At Thruxton
Editorial Note: American Julian Correa was 16th in British Talent Cup FP1 at Thruxton while his countryman Eli Banish did not record a lap time in the session.
BSB FP1MotoAmerica: Herrin, Petrucci Doing N2/WERA Endurance Race At PittRace
MotoAmerica stars Josh Herrin and Danilo Petrucci are entered in the four-hour N2/WERA National Endurance by Dunlop race scheduled Saturday, August 13 at Pittsburgh International Race Complex, a.k.a. PittRace, according to MotoAmerica.
Herrin, the current MotoAmerica Supersport Championship point leader, and Petrucci, the current MotoAmerica Superbike Championship point leader, will ride a Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati NYC Panigale V2 in the race, which is open to Expert and Novice riders of varying experience levels on motorcycles ranging from 1000cc Superbikes to 650cc Twins.
The project is intended to allow Petrucci to learn the challenging 2.78-mile road course ahead of the MotoAmerica Superbikes at Pittsburgh event scheduled the following weekend, August 19-21.
Normally, MotoAmerica Superbike and Supersport racers are prohibited from testing and/or racing at venues immediately preceding MotoAmerica events, but by rule, participation in endurance races is not restricted.
Camacho Breaks Track Record At Eagles Canyon Raceway
JC Camacho Takes his Second Track Record of the Season at Eagles Canyon Raceway
Fifth Track Record of 2022 for the Pirelli DIABLO Superbike Range
ATLANTA – Pirelli Tire North America captured its fifth absolute motorcycle track record of the 2022 season with JC Camacho at Eagles Canyon Raceway in Decatur, Texas. The new lap record of 1:54.836 came during the Central Motorcycle Roadracing Association (CMRA) series on Sunday, August 7. It marked the second track record of the season for Camacho who relied on the performance of Pirelli’s DIABLO Superbike slicks.
“That’s two track records on the board this year,” said Camacho. “We did it once at Cresson and backed it up again at Eagles Canyon Raceway this past weekend. It’s a huge win for us! I think we’ve really found something with the way the bike is working and the Pirelli tire options we have from track to track are a huge piece of the puzzle. Only time will tell when we hit the track again, but I’m pumped to keep the momentum rolling!”
Camacho’s new lap record was set in the Formula 1 Expert class using Pirelli’s DIABLO Superbike SC1 125/70R17 front and DIABLO Superbike SC0 200/65R17 rear slicks aboard his Kawasaki Ninja® ZX™-10R.
“Another weekend, another record! JC has been on a roll lately and putting in some impressive rides at each racetrack he visits,” said Oscar Solis, Senior Racing Manager, Pirelli. “The competition between all the riders is pretty cool and now JC and Stefano Mesa are tied at two track records apiece this season. We can’t wait to see who the first rider is to reach three with their DIABLO Superbike slicks!”
Camacho’s second lap record of the season comes just one week after Vasiliy Zhulin set a new lap record around NC Bike. Racers across North America continue to showcase Pirelli’s DIABLO Superbike range as the go-to tire choice for setting lap records and reaching the top step of the podium when a spec tire rule is not implemented. Reward prizes are offered to riders who set a new motorcycle track record while using Pirelli race compound tires.
For more information about the complete line of Pirelli motorcycle tires, please visit Pirelli.com
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British Superbike: Tito Rabat Racing This Weekend At Thruxton
The heat is on: Thruxton set for Bennetts BSB scorcher in fight for Showdown spots
The Bennetts British Superbike Championship returns to Thruxton for the fastest round on its calendar this weekend (12/13/14 August) and the heat is on to be inside the top-eight in the standings ahead of the Showdown in just nine races’ time.
The high-speed Hampshire circuit has traditionally produced some of the closest races of the season and McAMS Yamaha’s Jason O’Halloran leads the standings into the event where he was a triple winner last year.
The ‘O’Show’ was victorious in the opening race last time out at Brands Hatch but it was his teammate Tarran Mackenzie who did the double in races two and three. The reigning champion proved that he is back to full fitness after injury and he intends to get his title defence firmly back on track.
The Cheshire Mouldings FS-3 Kawasaki pairing of Lee Jackson and Rory Skinner lock out the next two positions as they bid to consolidate their position in the standings, whilst Kyle Ryde and Silverstone treble winner Glenn Irwin complete the top-six ahead of three races across Saturday and Sunday.
Home hero Tommy Bridewell wants to put his past woes at Thruxton behind him and put on a strong show for his local crowd; his Winchester-based Oxford Products Racing Ducati team also has high hopes for the weekend ahead.
After his victory double last month, when he became the sixth different race winner of the season, Mackenzie holds the final place in the top-eight.
A total of ten riders have claimed podium finishes so far this season, but Peter Hickman, Danny Buchan and Josh Brookes are just outside of the leading eight positions and have all been podium finishers at this weekend’s venue in the past.
This weekend also marks the much-anticipated Bennetts BSB race debut of 2014 Moto2 Grand Prix World Champion Tito Rabat with the TAG Honda team, as he becomes the third World Champion to join the grid.
The Barcelona-based contender has also most recently been a race winner in the Spanish Superbike Championship riding for the LaGlisse Honda team.
Bennetts British Superbike Championship standings:
- Jason O’Halloran (McAMS Yamaha) 265
- Bradley Ray (Rich Energy OMG Racing Yamaha) 255
- Lee Jackson (Cheshire Mouldings FS-3 Kawasaki) 187
- Rory Skinner (Cheshire Mouldings FS-3 Kawasaki) 174
- Kyle Ryde (Rich Energy OMG Racing Yamaha) 170
- Glenn Irwin (Honda Racing UK) 156
- Tommy Bridewell (Oxford Products Racing Ducati) 137
- Tarran Mackenzie (McAMS Yamaha) 105
For more information on the Bennetts British Superbike Championship visit www.britishsuperbike.com
Jason O’Halloran
McAMS Yamaha
Championship leader
“I am really looking forward to Thruxton; I have really good memories of there from last year when we did the triple win, which was good. It is a track that I enjoy, the fastest on the calendar that we go to, we don’t get to ride it as much as the others so once a year it is always something to look forward to.
“The Yamaha works really well at Thruxton; it is always a different type of race. It is one of the only races in the year where it is more about strategy rather than how fast you can go in the race.
“I expect a big challenge this year there from everyone; it is one that riders seem to enjoy and go well at. Coming off the back of Brands where we set the fastest lap of the weekend to get pole position, won on Sunday and had a 1-2 for McAMS Yamaha in both races, so it was an amazing weekend for the team. It was also a really good points and podium points score for us.
“We are improving the feeling with the bike all of the time and feeling really strong coming into the right part of the year, so I am looking forward to the next few rounds and trying to win some more races.”
Tommy Bridewell
Oxford Products Racing Ducati
“Coming into the home round as always I am excited, but for some reason, and I don’t know why, I genuinely feel probably more excited than I ever have done going into Thruxton. I think it is because we have obviously been getting our head around this new spec of bike and some circuits I have expected to be really strong and it has actually been harder than I thought. Other tracks I have expected to be a lot weaker at, we have actually been really strong.
“I am hoping the love-hate relationship with Thruxton is at an end and it just becomes a love-love relationship because I genuinely would love nothing more than to just have a good, strong show for my home crowd.
“I am not saying I am going to win three races but I am optimistic and positive that I hope we are able to try and fight for the podium as that is the goal.
“I think coming off of a strong weekend at Brands Hatch, the team are still working to try and get that next step. I think it is a big element of the weekend in all honesty is also just trying to consolidate as many points as possible as the Showdown is creeping up.
“We are in a strong position for it, but we also can’t afford to have a bad weekend. I want to fight for the podium but I also want to come away from the weekend with three, strong points-scoring results.”
Experienced Firm Selected For Laguna Seca Repaving Project
WELCOME RACE FANS: GRANITE GETS TOP SPOT FOR CONTRACT AT ICONIC WEATHERTECH RACEWAY LAGUNA SECA
WATSONVILLE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)--Granite (NYSE:GVA) announced today that it has been awarded an approximately $12 million dollar construction contract for various improvement projects at the historic WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca in Monterey, California. The classic track, constructed in 1957, has hosted numerous car and motorcycle racing championships, cycling events, antique car gatherings, concerts, and more. The contract was awarded and will be funded by the County of Monterey. The award was included in Granite’s second quarter CAP.
The new contract adds to Granite’s recent raceway work, which includes the Barber Motorsports Park in Birmingham, Alabama, the Thermal Club and the BMW Performance Center in Thermal, California, and the Honda Proving Center in Cantil, California.
The project scope consists of resurfacing the entire track and replacing the existing start-finish bridge and starters platform. This includes the construction of a prefabricated steel truss pedestrian bridge with concrete decking and concrete bridge footings and abutments, concrete pedestrian walkways, ramps, and stairs, hand railing, chain link fencing, mechanically stabilized earth walls, cast-in-place walls, as well as related drainage improvements and utility relocations. In addition, the project will reconstruct the raceway’s pit lane. The track was last resurfaced in 2007.
“Laguna Seca is an absolutely iconic feature of the Monterey Peninsula, and this project gives Granite the opportunity to be part of the history of the circuit,” said Steve Kaesler, Granite construction manager. “We have a long relationship with Monterey County and are grateful to grow that relationship further with this project. The replacement of the start-finish bridge and track resurfacing is a wonderful opportunity to demonstrate our connection to the community here on the peninsula.”
Granite’s Salinas facility will provide the hot mix asphalt for the project and Granite’s Handley Quarry will provide aggregate and import backfill.
The project is expected to begin in November 2022 and anticipated to be completed by June 2023.
About Granite
Granite is America’s Infrastructure Company™. Incorporated since 1922, Granite (NYSE:GVA) is one of the largest diversified construction and construction materials companies in the United States as well as a full-suite civil construction provider. Granite’s Code of Conduct and strong Core Values guide the Company and its employees to uphold the highest ethical standards. Granite is an industry leader in safety and an award-winning firm in quality and sustainability. For more information, visit the Granite website, graniteconstruction.com, and connect with Granite on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
“Fall Cycle Scene” Coming To Daytona International Speedway Oct. 13-16
Editorial Note: One of the first activities of the annual Fall Cycle Scene is the Team Hammer Advanced Riding School and Pro Practice on Thursday, October 13 at Daytona International Speedway. To register for the only motorcycle riding school that takes place on Daytona International Speedway, go HERE.
Biker’s Paradise! Fall Cycle Scene Presented By Monster Energy Returns to Daytona International Speedway as Part of Biketoberfest, Oct. 13-16
Free Admission to the Area’s Largest Motorcycle Marketplace; Two-Wheeled Racing Action to Be Showcased on Daytona’s Iconic 3.56-Mile Road Course
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Aug. 10, 2022) – Fall Cycle Scene Presented By Monster Energy, Daytona International Speedway’s annual Biketoberfest event that is a biker’s paradise, returns Thursday through Sunday, Oct. 13-16) for four days of exciting activities for motorcycle enthusiasts.
During Fall Cycle Scene Presented By Monster Energy at iconic Daytona International Speedway, guests can watch the two-wheel, on-track action all weekend long plus enjoy live entertainment. See the Championship Cup Series (CCS) on the 3.56-mile Daytona road course with the 39th Annual Race of Champions AMA Road Race as well as the American Sportbike Racing Association (ASRA), as well as the Bagger Racing League.
When not watching the action on the track, fans are encouraged to check out Motorcycle Marketplace, located in the Midway outside the frontstretch, which will be brimming with activity. The Motorcycle Marketplace provides a one-stop shopping destination with everything from the nation’s top motorcycle parts to Hot Leathers and Harley Davidson fashion, apparel, accessories, aftermarket vendors, plus many more displays and activations. Admission is FREE to Motorcycle Marketplace.
Infield RV camping for Fall Cycle Scene is available for purchase, starting at $140 (which includes the RV site, one 4-day Infield Admission and a Tow Vehicle pass). Additional infield admissions for the four-day weekend are just $60. Bike trailer parking in a secured area outside the infield beginning on Thursday, Oct. 13, is also available on for $25.
Single day infield admissions are also offered (Thursday $20, Friday $25, Saturday, $25 and Sunday $25). Infield admissions allow fans to see the riders on the 31-degree of banking at Daytona International Speedway for four days of thrilling action from the infield, plus get access to the UNOH Fanzone and the garage area.
To see complete details on all admission and camping opportunities for Fall Cycle Scene, visit www.daytonainternationalspeedway.com or call 1-800-PITSHOP.
While at the Speedway, fans are encouraged to explore Daytona Beach where you can relax and treat yourself or let the good times go full throttle. In Daytona Beach you have a 500-foot sandy backdrop to unplug, unwind and reconnect. Embrace the tranquility. Venture off the beaten path or take your family for a stroll through history. Get hooked on a new adventure or kick back and savor the local flavor. You have the freedom to be yourself. Soak up the rays on our beautiful beaches, check out the local attractions and experience all the area has to offer at www.daytonabeach.com.
Great tickets remain for the Coke Zero Sugar 400, which will serve as the tense-filled, “last-chance” race for competitors to make the 16-driver NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs on Saturday, Aug. 27. The night before on Friday, Aug. 26, the Wawa 250 Powered by Coca-Cola will challenge the 31-degree banked venue in what is always a spirited battle between the NASCAR Xfinity Series’ young guns and seasoned veterans.
Fans can stay connected with Daytona International Speedway on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram, as well as the all-new NASCAR Tracks App, for the latest speedway news.
About Daytona International Speedway
Daytona International Speedway is a state-of-the-art motorsports facility and was awarded the SportsBusiness Journal’s prestigious Sports Business Award for Sports Facility of the Year in 2016. Daytona International Speedway is the home of The Great American Race – the DAYTONA 500. Though the season-opening NASCAR Cup Series event garners most of the attention – as well as the largest audience in motorsports – the approximately 500-acre motorsports complex, also known as the World Center of Racing, boasts the most diverse schedule of racing on the globe. In addition to at least nine major event weekends, the Speedway grounds are also used extensively for events that include concerts, civic and social gatherings, car shows, photo shoots, production vehicle testing and police motorcycle training. The iconic venue was the site of a host of motorsports events early in 2022, beginning with AHRMA Classic Motofest and the Rolex 24 At DAYTONA in January, and the 64th DAYTONA 500, which debuted the first points race for NASCAR’s ‘Next Gen’ car as part of Speedweeks Presented by AdventHealth, in February. The tradition-rich 81st Annual Bike Week At DAYTONA returned in March, featuring DAYTONA Supercross and the DAYTONA 200. May saw the “Welcome to Rockville” concert and the Heroes Honor Festival while during July 4th weekend, the track, in association with Torneos, hosted the first annual Daytona Soccer Fest. The NASCAR Cup Series returns for the final race of the regular season with the Coke Zero Sugar 400 on Aug. 27 while Saturday, Aug. 26 will see the Wawa 250 for the NASCAR Xfinity Series.
ABOUT CCS
Founded in 1984, the Championship Cup Series (CCS) is headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas. During our long history, we have become the Leader in Sportsman Level motorcycle road racing offering unrivalled competition at nationwide venues. Our parent company is the American SportBike Racing Association LLC, owned and operated by Kevin Elliott. CCS Racing offers a professional racing environment for beginning and seasoned riders alike – all centered around increasing the “fun factor” in a safety-conscious atmosphere. With over 30-plus sanctioned events each year and over $10 million in sponsor contingencies, no other organization comes close to providing opportunities that CCS Racing does. For more information, visit: https://ccsracing.us
ABOUT ASRA
ASRA was created for the racer who wants to advance farther and faster in the ranks of motorcycle racing. The ASRA arena is a stepping stone towards Professional status, helping riders become the best racer you can be. The ASRA Sprint Series is open to Amateurs as well as Experts, has Qualifying for grid positions (unless otherwise posted on the schedule), and features these classes: Sportbike, SuperStock, ThunderBike and Moto 3. There are separate, points, podiums and trophies for Amateurs and Experts. The first full season of the ASRA National Championship Series was 2006. The Series was created when Kevin Elliott established American Sportbike Racing Association LLC at the same time he acquired the Championship Cup Series. ASRA is modelled after the original North American Sport Bike Series (NASB) and its later counterpart FormulaUSA Championship Series. Originally exclusive to riders with Expert status, the ASRA Sprint Series opened up competition to Amateurs beginning with the 2011 race season. For complete information, visit: http://www.asraracing.com
UtahSBA: Lopez Wins Rain-Shortened Feature Race
Round 5 of the Utah Motorcycle Law Masters of the Mountains series was held on Saturday August 6th on the Utah Motorsports Campus’ Perimeter track configuration.
Racing kicked off on Saturday morning with two qualifying sessions for the afternoon’s premier race, Moto United KOM GTU/Moto Station-Pirelli KOM GTO. Few contenders chose to participate in the first qualifying session but previous winner Genaro Lopez set a fast lap of 1:57. Qualifying session two saw almost the full field of competitors take to the track in an effort to best Lopez’s lap time from session one. The early fast lap time in session two was set by Ryan Richardson with a lap time of 2:01 with Kellen Birch posting a time of 2:01.837. Later in session two Richardson dropped his qualifying time to 1:59. Late in the session second place points holder Dave Meyer posted a lap time of 2:01.331 to squeak by Birch for the third place qualifying spot. Lopez’s lap time from session one held and the front row for the race would be Lopez, Richardson, and Meyer.
In the Mechanic Modern Vintage GTO/GTU race, GTU points leader Josh Fisher struggled to control a huge wheelie off the start, allowing Braxton Young to take the hole shot into Turn One. After Fisher regained control he tucked in behind Young in Turns Two through Four, ultimately making a pass for the lead in Turn Five. The lead group of Fisher and Young controlled the race from there and came home in first and second respectively. Farther back in the pack, racers Brian Gerwe, Kirk Doyle, and Don Rothfuss had a heated three way battle for positions third through fifth on lap two exchanging positions multiple times. At the start of lap three Doyle in third led Gerwe in fourth, with Rothfuss losing the pace and falling behind in fifth. Eventually Gerwe passed Doyle to secure a podium spot, the final top three being Fisher, Young, Gerwe.
In the Moto United Open Super Stock race Richardson was on pole and got a great jump off the line and led Birch and Cole Phillips into turn one. Birch was unable to hold Phillips off for long and Phillips moved into second by the end of lap one. Richardson opened a large gap out front and cruised unchallenged for the win. Meanwhile, Alex Zinaich in fourth would close the gap to Birch in third in Turn Five on lap two. Phillips, Birch, and Zinaich were tip to tail leading into Turns Eight and Nine. Zinaich proved unable to match the pace ahead and drifted back, leaving Birch and Phillips to fight for second. On the last lap of the race Birch closed the gap to Phillips on the front straight and stalked him for the rest of the lap, ultimately trying an unsuccessful last turn pass attempt. As the checkered flag flew the final order was Richardson, Phillips, and Birch. After the race Richardson commented on the win, “I could see that I had a nice gap so I just tried to back it down, not take any unnecessary risks, and practice hitting my marks ahead of this afternoon’s King of the Mountains Race. I’m racing the MotoAmerica round at Pittsburgh so I need to thank all the people who are helping to make that happen: My dad, Trackstar, Dunlop, Crossbeam Builders, Moto United, E.C.S. Heating and Air, Moto United, Utah Motorcycle Law, and Kawasaki/Team Green.”
Moto United KOM GTU/Moto Station-Pirelli GTO King of the Mountain series points leader Anthony Norton was injured in an earlier crash and was forced to sit out Round 5 and plan on returning for Round 6. With Norton absent there were three riders all within striking distance of the number one plate all looking to close the points gap. When the starting lights went out, Richardson got off to a great start and beat other front row competitors Lopez and Meyer into Turn One. Lopez passed Richardson in Turn Five and posted a 1:56.665 lap time on lap two. Richardson in second was close enough to make it interesting, but with a best lap time of 1:57.038 he remained in second throughout the race and Lopez and Richardson finished in first and second. In the battle for third Birch passed Meyer on lap three. Further back, Cole Phillips was able to use the draft to pull within inches of Remington Mathews’ fender on the front straight of lap four. It took several laps but Phillips successfully overtook Mathews on lap six for fifth position. The following lap Phillips and Meyer traded places twice but Meyer ultimately came out ahead in fourth. On lap seven the rain began to fall and worsened until the race was red flagged on lap eight, two laps short of full race distance. The top three were Lopez, Richardson, and Birch, this being Birch’s first time on the podium this season. In a post race interview Lopez wished to thank his wife, parents, and his family and friends. He also wanted to extend special thanks to the Motostation team and Pirelli for “giving me the winning package. Without them I would not be anywhere closer than I am now. Hopefully I can keep giving them good results.”
As the track fell silent, racers, family, and sponsors gathered around the barbeque to chew the fat and make plans for Round 6, which will be held at Utah Motorsports Campus on the West track configuration on September 3rd. As always the Utah Sport Bike Association races with the help of our dedicated volunteers and generous sponsors. We can’t thank you all enough and we couldn’t do it without you. We look forward to seeing you all again at Round 4 in September.
The Utah Sport Bike Association is a Utah Non-Profit dedicated to promoting education, safe riding, and competition in the Intermountain West. You can find more information about the USBA, upcoming events, and schools at www.utahsba.com or find us on Facebook.
USBA Round 5 Results – UMC Outer – August 6th, 2022
Motostation/Moto United KOM Overall:
1. Genaro Lopez (BMW S1000RR)
2. Ryan Richardson (KAW ZX-10R)
3. Kellen Birch(YAM YZF-R1)
4. David Meyer (YAM YZF-R1)
5. Remington Mathews (BMW S1000RR)
6. Cole Phillips (KAW ZX-10R)
Motostation KOM GTO:
1. Genaro Lopez (BMW S1000RR)
2. Ryan Richardson (KAW ZX-10R)
3. Kellen Birch(YAM YZF-R1)
4. David Meyer (YAM YZF-R1)
5. Remington Mathews (BMW S1000RR)
6. Cole Phillips (KAW ZX-10R)
Moto United KOM GTU:
1. Andrew Skov (HON CBR600RR)
2. Lee McNutt (YAM YZF-R6)
3. Peter Hofpointner (YAM YZF-R6)
4. Braxton Young (HON CBR600RR)
5. Don Manuel (YAM YZF-R6)
AZ Riding Academy Combined GTO
1. Gilbert Gonzalez (KAW ZX-10R)
2. Joshua Snow (YAM YZF-R1)
3. Sam Arquit (HON CBR1000RR)
4. Jeff Taylor (YAM YZF-R1)
5. Scott Christensen (YAM YZF-R6)
6. Alban Bonilla (BMW S1000RR)
Off Highway Van Combined GTU
1. Joshua Fisher (TRI 675R)
2. Mario Fernandez (YAM YZF-R6)
3. Ryan Podgurney (KAW ZX-6R)
4. Scott Christensen (YAM YZF-R6)
The Edge Powersports Deseret Dash – Expert
1. David Meyer (YAM YZF-R1)
2. Remington Mathews (BMW S1000RR)
3. Joshua Fisher (TRI 675R)
4. Sam Arquit (HON CBR1000RR)
5. Marshall Miller (BMW S1000RR)
6. Lee McNutt (YAM YZF-R6)
The Edge Powersports Deseret Dash – Novice
1. Alban Bonilla (BMW S1000RR)
2. Jordan DeJarnett (YAM YZF-R6)
3. Mario Fernandez (YAM YZF-R6)
4. Dustin Lance (YAM YZF-R6)
Harrison Eurosports Formula 40 – GTO
1. David Meyer (YAM YZF-R1)
2. Christopher Mousley (YAM YZF-R1)
3. Tim Johnson (BMW S1000RR)
Harrison Eurosports Formula 40 – GTU
1. Lee McNutt (YAM YZF-R6)
2. Kirk Doyle (KAW ZX-6R)
The Weekend Garage Middleweight Superbike
1. Joshua Fisher (TRI 675R)
2. Peter Hofpointner (YAM YZF-R6)
3. Lee McNutt (YAM YZF-R6)
4. Raab Gisseman (HON RS125)
Toxic Moto Racing Middleweight Superstock
1. Brian Childree (KAW ZX-6R)
2. Lee McNutt (YAM YZF-R6)
3. Joshua Fisher (TRI 675R)
4. Andrew Skov (HON CBR600RR)
5. Belisario Arango (KAW ZX-6R)
6. Peter Hofpointner (YAM YZF-R6)
The Mechanic Modern Vintage – GTO
1. Kevin Dolan (SUZ GSXR1000)
2. Marshall Miller (BMW S1000RR)
3. Dave Loynd (HON CBR1000RR)
4. Cameron Holladay (YAM YZF-R1)
5. Tau Jeppesen (SUZ GSX-R750)
The Mechanic Modern Vintage – GTU
1. Joshua Fisher (TRI 675R)
2. Braxton Young (YAM YZF-R6)
3. Brian Gerwe (HON CBR600RR)
4. Don Manuel (YAM YZF-R6)
4. Donald Rothfuss (DUC 848)
3. Kirk Doyle (KAW ZX-6R)
Karl Malone Powersports Moto 2
1. Brian Childree (KAW ZX-6R)
2. Andrew Skov (HON CBR600RR)
3. Scott Christensen (YAM YZF-R6)
4. Joshua Fisher (TRI 675R)
5. Peter Hofpointner (YAM YZF-R6)
6. Belisario Arango (KAW ZX-6R)
Redline Realty Moto 3
1. Carey Fougere (YAM 450F)
2. Mark Taylor (KAW Ninja 400)
3. Brian Gerwe (KAW Ninja 400)
4. Raab Gisseman (HON RS125)
5. Ian Jenson (YAM YZF-R3)
6. Samuel Jensen (KTM RC 390)
Legion of Speed Novice GTO
1. Christopher Mousley (YAM YZF-R1)
3. Alban Bonilla (BMW S1000RR)
2. Jeff Taylor (YAM YZF-R1)
4. Scott Christensen (YAM YZF-R6)
5. Jordan DeJarnett (YAM YZF-R6)
6. Tau Jeppesen (SUZ GSX-R750)
Trackstar Novice GTU
1. Mario Fernandez (YAM YZF-R6)
2. Scott Christensen (YAM YZF-R6)
3. Kirk Doyle (KAW ZX-6R)
4. Jordan DeJarnett (YAM YZF-R6)
5. David Schulz (YAM YZF-R6)
6. Zach Jenson (YAM YZF-R6)
Vortex Open Superbike
1. Ryan Richardson (KAW ZX-10R)
2. Remington Mathews (BMW S1000RR)
3. Cole Phillips (KAW ZX-10R)
4. Gilbert Gonzalez (KAW ZX-10R)
5. Marshall Miller (BMW S1000RR)
6. David Meyer (YAM YZF-R1)
MotoUnited Open Superstock
1. Ryan Richardson (KAW ZX-10R)
2. Cole Phillips (KAW ZX-10R)
3. Kellen Birch (YAM YZF-R1)
4. Alex Zinaich (YAM YZF-R1)
5. Belisario (KAW ZX-6R)
6. Tim Johnson (BMW S1000RR)
Karl Malone Powersports Open Twins
1. Joshua Fisher (TRI 675R)
2. Jared Baird (DUC 1299)
3. Donald Rothfuss (DUC 848)
4. Robert Jojola (DUC 999)
5. Marco Tellez (TRI 675)
TruSolace Production 500
1. Brian Childree (KAW Ninja 400)
2. Carey Fougere (YAM 450F)
3. Mark Taylor (KAW Ninja 400)
4. Brian Gerwe (KAW Ninja 400)
5. Raab Gisseman (HON RS125)
6. Ian Jenson (YAM YZF-R3)
Monarch Powersports Sportsman
1. Jordan DeJarnett (YAM YZF-R6)
2. Raab Gisseman (HON RS125)
3. David Schulz (YAM YZF-R6)
4. Robert Jojola (DUC 999)
5. Aaron Selbrede (HON CBR600RR)
Napa Auto Parts Tooele Stock 1000
1. Ryan Richardson (KAW ZX-10R)
2. Remington Mathews (BMW S1000RR)
3. Gilbert Gonzalez (KAW ZX-10R)
4. Cole Phillips (KAW ZX-10R)
5. Marshall Miller (BMW S1000RR)
6. Christopher Mousley (YAM YZF-R1)
Carbonsmith Super Street Bike
1. Remington Mathews (KTM Super Duke 1290R)
2. Robert Jojola (DUC 1199)
3. Alex Zinaich (YAM FZ1)
4. Marco Tellez (SUZ GSX-R1000)
R.I.P. Carole Adams, Mother Of SuperbikePlanet Editor Dean Adams
Carole Mary Adams died August 9 in Red Wing, Minnesota, where she owned an Arabian horse farm. She was 90.
Adams is survived by son Dean Adams, the Editor of SuperbikePlanet.com, and daughter Carole Marie Adams.
Canadian Superbike: Young Quickest In FP1 At Mosport
British Superbike: O’Halloran Rebounds From Crash To Lead FP2 At Thruxton
Editorial Note: Americans Julian Correa and Eli Banish were 11th and 28th, respectively, in British Talent Cup FP2 at Thruxton.
BSB FP2
More, from a press release issued by MotorSport Vision Racing (MSVR):
O’Halloran bounces back from early crash to top Thruxton free practice times
Jason O’Halloran leads his Bennetts British Superbike Championship rivals into tomorrow’s eBay Sprint race at Thruxton as the McAMS Yamaha rider recovered from his crash in the opening session to top the times by 0.072s.
The Australian had captured the position at the top in the final five minutes of the second session where just 0.9s covered the top 15 riders. O’Halloran upped the pace to push Peter Hickman back into second. Ray’s best lap time though came on his final lap of the session, surging into second and it was enough to nudge Tom Sykes on the MCE Ducati outside of the top three.
The former World Champion had his best opening day of the season in fourth place, just ahead of Honda Racing UK’s Glenn Irwin who completed the top five with Kyle Ryde holding sixth position at the chequered flag.
Danny Kent was the second of the former World Champions to feature in the top ten, holding seventh place for the Buildbase Suzuki team, maintaining his position ahead of Lee Jackson on the leading Cheshire Mouldings FS-3 Kawasaki.
Tommy Bridewell was ninth fastest at his home round for the Oxford Products Racing Ducati team, just 0.004s adrift of Jackson ahead of him with Ryan Vickers completing the top ten on the FHO Racing BMW with Attis Sports.
Bennetts British Superbike Championship, Thruxton, SUPERPICKS Combined Free Practice times:
- Jason O’Halloran (McAMS Yamaha) 1m:14.723s
- Bradley Ray (Rich Energy OMG Racing Yamaha) +0.072s
- Peter Hickman (FHO Racing BMW) +0.164s
- Tom Sykes (MCE Ducati) +0.276s
- Glenn Irwin (Honda Racing UK) +0.421s
- Kyle Ryde (Rich Energy OMG Racing Yamaha) +0.455s
- Danny Kent (Buildbase Suzuki) +0.587s
- Lee Jackson (Cheshire Mouldings FS-3 Kawasaki) +0.615s
- Tommy Bridewell (Oxford Products Racing Ducati) +0.619s
- Ryan Vickers (FHO Racing BMW with Attis Sports) +0.710
- Tarran Mackenzie (McAMS Yamaha) +0.766s
- Leon Haslam (VisionTrack Kawasaki) +0.813s
For more information on the Bennetts British Superbike Championship visit www.britishsuperbike.com
Jason O’Halloran
McAMS Yamaha
Fastest in SUPERPICKS Free Practice
“That’s day one at Thruxton done, I had good speed on new tyres and good pace on old tyres so I already feel really comfortable on the bike.
“The first session we just used one tyre, but felt strong.
“I had a little tip off at the end which was my first crash for the year, I just tucked the front going into the Complex which was not ideal but the bike wasn’t too damaged so it was all cool.
“This afternoon we just worked on a new setting and continued working for the races. I am feeling really strong and can’t wait for tomorrow.”
British Superbike: Mackenzie Tops FP1 At Thruxton
Editorial Note: American Julian Correa was 16th in British Talent Cup FP1 at Thruxton while his countryman Eli Banish did not record a lap time in the session.
BSB FP1MotoAmerica: Herrin, Petrucci Doing N2/WERA Endurance Race At PittRace
MotoAmerica stars Josh Herrin and Danilo Petrucci are entered in the four-hour N2/WERA National Endurance by Dunlop race scheduled Saturday, August 13 at Pittsburgh International Race Complex, a.k.a. PittRace, according to MotoAmerica.
Herrin, the current MotoAmerica Supersport Championship point leader, and Petrucci, the current MotoAmerica Superbike Championship point leader, will ride a Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati NYC Panigale V2 in the race, which is open to Expert and Novice riders of varying experience levels on motorcycles ranging from 1000cc Superbikes to 650cc Twins.
The project is intended to allow Petrucci to learn the challenging 2.78-mile road course ahead of the MotoAmerica Superbikes at Pittsburgh event scheduled the following weekend, August 19-21.
Normally, MotoAmerica Superbike and Supersport racers are prohibited from testing and/or racing at venues immediately preceding MotoAmerica events, but by rule, participation in endurance races is not restricted.
Camacho Breaks Track Record At Eagles Canyon Raceway
JC Camacho Takes his Second Track Record of the Season at Eagles Canyon Raceway
Fifth Track Record of 2022 for the Pirelli DIABLO Superbike Range
ATLANTA – Pirelli Tire North America captured its fifth absolute motorcycle track record of the 2022 season with JC Camacho at Eagles Canyon Raceway in Decatur, Texas. The new lap record of 1:54.836 came during the Central Motorcycle Roadracing Association (CMRA) series on Sunday, August 7. It marked the second track record of the season for Camacho who relied on the performance of Pirelli’s DIABLO Superbike slicks.
“That’s two track records on the board this year,” said Camacho. “We did it once at Cresson and backed it up again at Eagles Canyon Raceway this past weekend. It’s a huge win for us! I think we’ve really found something with the way the bike is working and the Pirelli tire options we have from track to track are a huge piece of the puzzle. Only time will tell when we hit the track again, but I’m pumped to keep the momentum rolling!”
Camacho’s new lap record was set in the Formula 1 Expert class using Pirelli’s DIABLO Superbike SC1 125/70R17 front and DIABLO Superbike SC0 200/65R17 rear slicks aboard his Kawasaki Ninja® ZX™-10R.
“Another weekend, another record! JC has been on a roll lately and putting in some impressive rides at each racetrack he visits,” said Oscar Solis, Senior Racing Manager, Pirelli. “The competition between all the riders is pretty cool and now JC and Stefano Mesa are tied at two track records apiece this season. We can’t wait to see who the first rider is to reach three with their DIABLO Superbike slicks!”
Camacho’s second lap record of the season comes just one week after Vasiliy Zhulin set a new lap record around NC Bike. Racers across North America continue to showcase Pirelli’s DIABLO Superbike range as the go-to tire choice for setting lap records and reaching the top step of the podium when a spec tire rule is not implemented. Reward prizes are offered to riders who set a new motorcycle track record while using Pirelli race compound tires.
For more information about the complete line of Pirelli motorcycle tires, please visit Pirelli.com
DIABLOTM is a registered trademark of Pirelli Tire S.p.A
British Superbike: Tito Rabat Racing This Weekend At Thruxton
The heat is on: Thruxton set for Bennetts BSB scorcher in fight for Showdown spots
The Bennetts British Superbike Championship returns to Thruxton for the fastest round on its calendar this weekend (12/13/14 August) and the heat is on to be inside the top-eight in the standings ahead of the Showdown in just nine races’ time.
The high-speed Hampshire circuit has traditionally produced some of the closest races of the season and McAMS Yamaha’s Jason O’Halloran leads the standings into the event where he was a triple winner last year.
The ‘O’Show’ was victorious in the opening race last time out at Brands Hatch but it was his teammate Tarran Mackenzie who did the double in races two and three. The reigning champion proved that he is back to full fitness after injury and he intends to get his title defence firmly back on track.
The Cheshire Mouldings FS-3 Kawasaki pairing of Lee Jackson and Rory Skinner lock out the next two positions as they bid to consolidate their position in the standings, whilst Kyle Ryde and Silverstone treble winner Glenn Irwin complete the top-six ahead of three races across Saturday and Sunday.
Home hero Tommy Bridewell wants to put his past woes at Thruxton behind him and put on a strong show for his local crowd; his Winchester-based Oxford Products Racing Ducati team also has high hopes for the weekend ahead.
After his victory double last month, when he became the sixth different race winner of the season, Mackenzie holds the final place in the top-eight.
A total of ten riders have claimed podium finishes so far this season, but Peter Hickman, Danny Buchan and Josh Brookes are just outside of the leading eight positions and have all been podium finishers at this weekend’s venue in the past.
This weekend also marks the much-anticipated Bennetts BSB race debut of 2014 Moto2 Grand Prix World Champion Tito Rabat with the TAG Honda team, as he becomes the third World Champion to join the grid.
The Barcelona-based contender has also most recently been a race winner in the Spanish Superbike Championship riding for the LaGlisse Honda team.
Bennetts British Superbike Championship standings:
- Jason O’Halloran (McAMS Yamaha) 265
- Bradley Ray (Rich Energy OMG Racing Yamaha) 255
- Lee Jackson (Cheshire Mouldings FS-3 Kawasaki) 187
- Rory Skinner (Cheshire Mouldings FS-3 Kawasaki) 174
- Kyle Ryde (Rich Energy OMG Racing Yamaha) 170
- Glenn Irwin (Honda Racing UK) 156
- Tommy Bridewell (Oxford Products Racing Ducati) 137
- Tarran Mackenzie (McAMS Yamaha) 105
For more information on the Bennetts British Superbike Championship visit www.britishsuperbike.com
Jason O’Halloran
McAMS Yamaha
Championship leader
“I am really looking forward to Thruxton; I have really good memories of there from last year when we did the triple win, which was good. It is a track that I enjoy, the fastest on the calendar that we go to, we don’t get to ride it as much as the others so once a year it is always something to look forward to.
“The Yamaha works really well at Thruxton; it is always a different type of race. It is one of the only races in the year where it is more about strategy rather than how fast you can go in the race.
“I expect a big challenge this year there from everyone; it is one that riders seem to enjoy and go well at. Coming off the back of Brands where we set the fastest lap of the weekend to get pole position, won on Sunday and had a 1-2 for McAMS Yamaha in both races, so it was an amazing weekend for the team. It was also a really good points and podium points score for us.
“We are improving the feeling with the bike all of the time and feeling really strong coming into the right part of the year, so I am looking forward to the next few rounds and trying to win some more races.”
Tommy Bridewell
Oxford Products Racing Ducati
“Coming into the home round as always I am excited, but for some reason, and I don’t know why, I genuinely feel probably more excited than I ever have done going into Thruxton. I think it is because we have obviously been getting our head around this new spec of bike and some circuits I have expected to be really strong and it has actually been harder than I thought. Other tracks I have expected to be a lot weaker at, we have actually been really strong.
“I am hoping the love-hate relationship with Thruxton is at an end and it just becomes a love-love relationship because I genuinely would love nothing more than to just have a good, strong show for my home crowd.
“I am not saying I am going to win three races but I am optimistic and positive that I hope we are able to try and fight for the podium as that is the goal.
“I think coming off of a strong weekend at Brands Hatch, the team are still working to try and get that next step. I think it is a big element of the weekend in all honesty is also just trying to consolidate as many points as possible as the Showdown is creeping up.
“We are in a strong position for it, but we also can’t afford to have a bad weekend. I want to fight for the podium but I also want to come away from the weekend with three, strong points-scoring results.”
Experienced Firm Selected For Laguna Seca Repaving Project
WELCOME RACE FANS: GRANITE GETS TOP SPOT FOR CONTRACT AT ICONIC WEATHERTECH RACEWAY LAGUNA SECA
WATSONVILLE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)--Granite (NYSE:GVA) announced today that it has been awarded an approximately $12 million dollar construction contract for various improvement projects at the historic WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca in Monterey, California. The classic track, constructed in 1957, has hosted numerous car and motorcycle racing championships, cycling events, antique car gatherings, concerts, and more. The contract was awarded and will be funded by the County of Monterey. The award was included in Granite’s second quarter CAP.
The new contract adds to Granite’s recent raceway work, which includes the Barber Motorsports Park in Birmingham, Alabama, the Thermal Club and the BMW Performance Center in Thermal, California, and the Honda Proving Center in Cantil, California.
The project scope consists of resurfacing the entire track and replacing the existing start-finish bridge and starters platform. This includes the construction of a prefabricated steel truss pedestrian bridge with concrete decking and concrete bridge footings and abutments, concrete pedestrian walkways, ramps, and stairs, hand railing, chain link fencing, mechanically stabilized earth walls, cast-in-place walls, as well as related drainage improvements and utility relocations. In addition, the project will reconstruct the raceway’s pit lane. The track was last resurfaced in 2007.
“Laguna Seca is an absolutely iconic feature of the Monterey Peninsula, and this project gives Granite the opportunity to be part of the history of the circuit,” said Steve Kaesler, Granite construction manager. “We have a long relationship with Monterey County and are grateful to grow that relationship further with this project. The replacement of the start-finish bridge and track resurfacing is a wonderful opportunity to demonstrate our connection to the community here on the peninsula.”
Granite’s Salinas facility will provide the hot mix asphalt for the project and Granite’s Handley Quarry will provide aggregate and import backfill.
The project is expected to begin in November 2022 and anticipated to be completed by June 2023.
About Granite
Granite is America’s Infrastructure Company™. Incorporated since 1922, Granite (NYSE:GVA) is one of the largest diversified construction and construction materials companies in the United States as well as a full-suite civil construction provider. Granite’s Code of Conduct and strong Core Values guide the Company and its employees to uphold the highest ethical standards. Granite is an industry leader in safety and an award-winning firm in quality and sustainability. For more information, visit the Granite website, graniteconstruction.com, and connect with Granite on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
“Fall Cycle Scene” Coming To Daytona International Speedway Oct. 13-16
Editorial Note: One of the first activities of the annual Fall Cycle Scene is the Team Hammer Advanced Riding School and Pro Practice on Thursday, October 13 at Daytona International Speedway. To register for the only motorcycle riding school that takes place on Daytona International Speedway, go HERE.
Biker’s Paradise! Fall Cycle Scene Presented By Monster Energy Returns to Daytona International Speedway as Part of Biketoberfest, Oct. 13-16
Free Admission to the Area’s Largest Motorcycle Marketplace; Two-Wheeled Racing Action to Be Showcased on Daytona’s Iconic 3.56-Mile Road Course
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Aug. 10, 2022) – Fall Cycle Scene Presented By Monster Energy, Daytona International Speedway’s annual Biketoberfest event that is a biker’s paradise, returns Thursday through Sunday, Oct. 13-16) for four days of exciting activities for motorcycle enthusiasts.
During Fall Cycle Scene Presented By Monster Energy at iconic Daytona International Speedway, guests can watch the two-wheel, on-track action all weekend long plus enjoy live entertainment. See the Championship Cup Series (CCS) on the 3.56-mile Daytona road course with the 39th Annual Race of Champions AMA Road Race as well as the American Sportbike Racing Association (ASRA), as well as the Bagger Racing League.
When not watching the action on the track, fans are encouraged to check out Motorcycle Marketplace, located in the Midway outside the frontstretch, which will be brimming with activity. The Motorcycle Marketplace provides a one-stop shopping destination with everything from the nation’s top motorcycle parts to Hot Leathers and Harley Davidson fashion, apparel, accessories, aftermarket vendors, plus many more displays and activations. Admission is FREE to Motorcycle Marketplace.
Infield RV camping for Fall Cycle Scene is available for purchase, starting at $140 (which includes the RV site, one 4-day Infield Admission and a Tow Vehicle pass). Additional infield admissions for the four-day weekend are just $60. Bike trailer parking in a secured area outside the infield beginning on Thursday, Oct. 13, is also available on for $25.
Single day infield admissions are also offered (Thursday $20, Friday $25, Saturday, $25 and Sunday $25). Infield admissions allow fans to see the riders on the 31-degree of banking at Daytona International Speedway for four days of thrilling action from the infield, plus get access to the UNOH Fanzone and the garage area.
To see complete details on all admission and camping opportunities for Fall Cycle Scene, visit www.daytonainternationalspeedway.com or call 1-800-PITSHOP.
While at the Speedway, fans are encouraged to explore Daytona Beach where you can relax and treat yourself or let the good times go full throttle. In Daytona Beach you have a 500-foot sandy backdrop to unplug, unwind and reconnect. Embrace the tranquility. Venture off the beaten path or take your family for a stroll through history. Get hooked on a new adventure or kick back and savor the local flavor. You have the freedom to be yourself. Soak up the rays on our beautiful beaches, check out the local attractions and experience all the area has to offer at www.daytonabeach.com.
Great tickets remain for the Coke Zero Sugar 400, which will serve as the tense-filled, “last-chance” race for competitors to make the 16-driver NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs on Saturday, Aug. 27. The night before on Friday, Aug. 26, the Wawa 250 Powered by Coca-Cola will challenge the 31-degree banked venue in what is always a spirited battle between the NASCAR Xfinity Series’ young guns and seasoned veterans.
Fans can stay connected with Daytona International Speedway on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram, as well as the all-new NASCAR Tracks App, for the latest speedway news.
About Daytona International Speedway
Daytona International Speedway is a state-of-the-art motorsports facility and was awarded the SportsBusiness Journal’s prestigious Sports Business Award for Sports Facility of the Year in 2016. Daytona International Speedway is the home of The Great American Race – the DAYTONA 500. Though the season-opening NASCAR Cup Series event garners most of the attention – as well as the largest audience in motorsports – the approximately 500-acre motorsports complex, also known as the World Center of Racing, boasts the most diverse schedule of racing on the globe. In addition to at least nine major event weekends, the Speedway grounds are also used extensively for events that include concerts, civic and social gatherings, car shows, photo shoots, production vehicle testing and police motorcycle training. The iconic venue was the site of a host of motorsports events early in 2022, beginning with AHRMA Classic Motofest and the Rolex 24 At DAYTONA in January, and the 64th DAYTONA 500, which debuted the first points race for NASCAR’s ‘Next Gen’ car as part of Speedweeks Presented by AdventHealth, in February. The tradition-rich 81st Annual Bike Week At DAYTONA returned in March, featuring DAYTONA Supercross and the DAYTONA 200. May saw the “Welcome to Rockville” concert and the Heroes Honor Festival while during July 4th weekend, the track, in association with Torneos, hosted the first annual Daytona Soccer Fest. The NASCAR Cup Series returns for the final race of the regular season with the Coke Zero Sugar 400 on Aug. 27 while Saturday, Aug. 26 will see the Wawa 250 for the NASCAR Xfinity Series.
ABOUT CCS
Founded in 1984, the Championship Cup Series (CCS) is headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas. During our long history, we have become the Leader in Sportsman Level motorcycle road racing offering unrivalled competition at nationwide venues. Our parent company is the American SportBike Racing Association LLC, owned and operated by Kevin Elliott. CCS Racing offers a professional racing environment for beginning and seasoned riders alike – all centered around increasing the “fun factor” in a safety-conscious atmosphere. With over 30-plus sanctioned events each year and over $10 million in sponsor contingencies, no other organization comes close to providing opportunities that CCS Racing does. For more information, visit: https://ccsracing.us
ABOUT ASRA
ASRA was created for the racer who wants to advance farther and faster in the ranks of motorcycle racing. The ASRA arena is a stepping stone towards Professional status, helping riders become the best racer you can be. The ASRA Sprint Series is open to Amateurs as well as Experts, has Qualifying for grid positions (unless otherwise posted on the schedule), and features these classes: Sportbike, SuperStock, ThunderBike and Moto 3. There are separate, points, podiums and trophies for Amateurs and Experts. The first full season of the ASRA National Championship Series was 2006. The Series was created when Kevin Elliott established American Sportbike Racing Association LLC at the same time he acquired the Championship Cup Series. ASRA is modelled after the original North American Sport Bike Series (NASB) and its later counterpart FormulaUSA Championship Series. Originally exclusive to riders with Expert status, the ASRA Sprint Series opened up competition to Amateurs beginning with the 2011 race season. For complete information, visit: http://www.asraracing.com
UtahSBA: Lopez Wins Rain-Shortened Feature Race
Round 5 of the Utah Motorcycle Law Masters of the Mountains series was held on Saturday August 6th on the Utah Motorsports Campus’ Perimeter track configuration.
Racing kicked off on Saturday morning with two qualifying sessions for the afternoon’s premier race, Moto United KOM GTU/Moto Station-Pirelli KOM GTO. Few contenders chose to participate in the first qualifying session but previous winner Genaro Lopez set a fast lap of 1:57. Qualifying session two saw almost the full field of competitors take to the track in an effort to best Lopez’s lap time from session one. The early fast lap time in session two was set by Ryan Richardson with a lap time of 2:01 with Kellen Birch posting a time of 2:01.837. Later in session two Richardson dropped his qualifying time to 1:59. Late in the session second place points holder Dave Meyer posted a lap time of 2:01.331 to squeak by Birch for the third place qualifying spot. Lopez’s lap time from session one held and the front row for the race would be Lopez, Richardson, and Meyer.
In the Mechanic Modern Vintage GTO/GTU race, GTU points leader Josh Fisher struggled to control a huge wheelie off the start, allowing Braxton Young to take the hole shot into Turn One. After Fisher regained control he tucked in behind Young in Turns Two through Four, ultimately making a pass for the lead in Turn Five. The lead group of Fisher and Young controlled the race from there and came home in first and second respectively. Farther back in the pack, racers Brian Gerwe, Kirk Doyle, and Don Rothfuss had a heated three way battle for positions third through fifth on lap two exchanging positions multiple times. At the start of lap three Doyle in third led Gerwe in fourth, with Rothfuss losing the pace and falling behind in fifth. Eventually Gerwe passed Doyle to secure a podium spot, the final top three being Fisher, Young, Gerwe.
In the Moto United Open Super Stock race Richardson was on pole and got a great jump off the line and led Birch and Cole Phillips into turn one. Birch was unable to hold Phillips off for long and Phillips moved into second by the end of lap one. Richardson opened a large gap out front and cruised unchallenged for the win. Meanwhile, Alex Zinaich in fourth would close the gap to Birch in third in Turn Five on lap two. Phillips, Birch, and Zinaich were tip to tail leading into Turns Eight and Nine. Zinaich proved unable to match the pace ahead and drifted back, leaving Birch and Phillips to fight for second. On the last lap of the race Birch closed the gap to Phillips on the front straight and stalked him for the rest of the lap, ultimately trying an unsuccessful last turn pass attempt. As the checkered flag flew the final order was Richardson, Phillips, and Birch. After the race Richardson commented on the win, “I could see that I had a nice gap so I just tried to back it down, not take any unnecessary risks, and practice hitting my marks ahead of this afternoon’s King of the Mountains Race. I’m racing the MotoAmerica round at Pittsburgh so I need to thank all the people who are helping to make that happen: My dad, Trackstar, Dunlop, Crossbeam Builders, Moto United, E.C.S. Heating and Air, Moto United, Utah Motorcycle Law, and Kawasaki/Team Green.”
Moto United KOM GTU/Moto Station-Pirelli GTO King of the Mountain series points leader Anthony Norton was injured in an earlier crash and was forced to sit out Round 5 and plan on returning for Round 6. With Norton absent there were three riders all within striking distance of the number one plate all looking to close the points gap. When the starting lights went out, Richardson got off to a great start and beat other front row competitors Lopez and Meyer into Turn One. Lopez passed Richardson in Turn Five and posted a 1:56.665 lap time on lap two. Richardson in second was close enough to make it interesting, but with a best lap time of 1:57.038 he remained in second throughout the race and Lopez and Richardson finished in first and second. In the battle for third Birch passed Meyer on lap three. Further back, Cole Phillips was able to use the draft to pull within inches of Remington Mathews’ fender on the front straight of lap four. It took several laps but Phillips successfully overtook Mathews on lap six for fifth position. The following lap Phillips and Meyer traded places twice but Meyer ultimately came out ahead in fourth. On lap seven the rain began to fall and worsened until the race was red flagged on lap eight, two laps short of full race distance. The top three were Lopez, Richardson, and Birch, this being Birch’s first time on the podium this season. In a post race interview Lopez wished to thank his wife, parents, and his family and friends. He also wanted to extend special thanks to the Motostation team and Pirelli for “giving me the winning package. Without them I would not be anywhere closer than I am now. Hopefully I can keep giving them good results.”
As the track fell silent, racers, family, and sponsors gathered around the barbeque to chew the fat and make plans for Round 6, which will be held at Utah Motorsports Campus on the West track configuration on September 3rd. As always the Utah Sport Bike Association races with the help of our dedicated volunteers and generous sponsors. We can’t thank you all enough and we couldn’t do it without you. We look forward to seeing you all again at Round 4 in September.
The Utah Sport Bike Association is a Utah Non-Profit dedicated to promoting education, safe riding, and competition in the Intermountain West. You can find more information about the USBA, upcoming events, and schools at www.utahsba.com or find us on Facebook.
USBA Round 5 Results – UMC Outer – August 6th, 2022
Motostation/Moto United KOM Overall:
1. Genaro Lopez (BMW S1000RR)
2. Ryan Richardson (KAW ZX-10R)
3. Kellen Birch(YAM YZF-R1)
4. David Meyer (YAM YZF-R1)
5. Remington Mathews (BMW S1000RR)
6. Cole Phillips (KAW ZX-10R)
Motostation KOM GTO:
1. Genaro Lopez (BMW S1000RR)
2. Ryan Richardson (KAW ZX-10R)
3. Kellen Birch(YAM YZF-R1)
4. David Meyer (YAM YZF-R1)
5. Remington Mathews (BMW S1000RR)
6. Cole Phillips (KAW ZX-10R)
Moto United KOM GTU:
1. Andrew Skov (HON CBR600RR)
2. Lee McNutt (YAM YZF-R6)
3. Peter Hofpointner (YAM YZF-R6)
4. Braxton Young (HON CBR600RR)
5. Don Manuel (YAM YZF-R6)
AZ Riding Academy Combined GTO
1. Gilbert Gonzalez (KAW ZX-10R)
2. Joshua Snow (YAM YZF-R1)
3. Sam Arquit (HON CBR1000RR)
4. Jeff Taylor (YAM YZF-R1)
5. Scott Christensen (YAM YZF-R6)
6. Alban Bonilla (BMW S1000RR)
Off Highway Van Combined GTU
1. Joshua Fisher (TRI 675R)
2. Mario Fernandez (YAM YZF-R6)
3. Ryan Podgurney (KAW ZX-6R)
4. Scott Christensen (YAM YZF-R6)
The Edge Powersports Deseret Dash – Expert
1. David Meyer (YAM YZF-R1)
2. Remington Mathews (BMW S1000RR)
3. Joshua Fisher (TRI 675R)
4. Sam Arquit (HON CBR1000RR)
5. Marshall Miller (BMW S1000RR)
6. Lee McNutt (YAM YZF-R6)
The Edge Powersports Deseret Dash – Novice
1. Alban Bonilla (BMW S1000RR)
2. Jordan DeJarnett (YAM YZF-R6)
3. Mario Fernandez (YAM YZF-R6)
4. Dustin Lance (YAM YZF-R6)
Harrison Eurosports Formula 40 – GTO
1. David Meyer (YAM YZF-R1)
2. Christopher Mousley (YAM YZF-R1)
3. Tim Johnson (BMW S1000RR)
Harrison Eurosports Formula 40 – GTU
1. Lee McNutt (YAM YZF-R6)
2. Kirk Doyle (KAW ZX-6R)
The Weekend Garage Middleweight Superbike
1. Joshua Fisher (TRI 675R)
2. Peter Hofpointner (YAM YZF-R6)
3. Lee McNutt (YAM YZF-R6)
4. Raab Gisseman (HON RS125)
Toxic Moto Racing Middleweight Superstock
1. Brian Childree (KAW ZX-6R)
2. Lee McNutt (YAM YZF-R6)
3. Joshua Fisher (TRI 675R)
4. Andrew Skov (HON CBR600RR)
5. Belisario Arango (KAW ZX-6R)
6. Peter Hofpointner (YAM YZF-R6)
The Mechanic Modern Vintage – GTO
1. Kevin Dolan (SUZ GSXR1000)
2. Marshall Miller (BMW S1000RR)
3. Dave Loynd (HON CBR1000RR)
4. Cameron Holladay (YAM YZF-R1)
5. Tau Jeppesen (SUZ GSX-R750)
The Mechanic Modern Vintage – GTU
1. Joshua Fisher (TRI 675R)
2. Braxton Young (YAM YZF-R6)
3. Brian Gerwe (HON CBR600RR)
4. Don Manuel (YAM YZF-R6)
4. Donald Rothfuss (DUC 848)
3. Kirk Doyle (KAW ZX-6R)
Karl Malone Powersports Moto 2
1. Brian Childree (KAW ZX-6R)
2. Andrew Skov (HON CBR600RR)
3. Scott Christensen (YAM YZF-R6)
4. Joshua Fisher (TRI 675R)
5. Peter Hofpointner (YAM YZF-R6)
6. Belisario Arango (KAW ZX-6R)
Redline Realty Moto 3
1. Carey Fougere (YAM 450F)
2. Mark Taylor (KAW Ninja 400)
3. Brian Gerwe (KAW Ninja 400)
4. Raab Gisseman (HON RS125)
5. Ian Jenson (YAM YZF-R3)
6. Samuel Jensen (KTM RC 390)
Legion of Speed Novice GTO
1. Christopher Mousley (YAM YZF-R1)
3. Alban Bonilla (BMW S1000RR)
2. Jeff Taylor (YAM YZF-R1)
4. Scott Christensen (YAM YZF-R6)
5. Jordan DeJarnett (YAM YZF-R6)
6. Tau Jeppesen (SUZ GSX-R750)
Trackstar Novice GTU
1. Mario Fernandez (YAM YZF-R6)
2. Scott Christensen (YAM YZF-R6)
3. Kirk Doyle (KAW ZX-6R)
4. Jordan DeJarnett (YAM YZF-R6)
5. David Schulz (YAM YZF-R6)
6. Zach Jenson (YAM YZF-R6)
Vortex Open Superbike
1. Ryan Richardson (KAW ZX-10R)
2. Remington Mathews (BMW S1000RR)
3. Cole Phillips (KAW ZX-10R)
4. Gilbert Gonzalez (KAW ZX-10R)
5. Marshall Miller (BMW S1000RR)
6. David Meyer (YAM YZF-R1)
MotoUnited Open Superstock
1. Ryan Richardson (KAW ZX-10R)
2. Cole Phillips (KAW ZX-10R)
3. Kellen Birch (YAM YZF-R1)
4. Alex Zinaich (YAM YZF-R1)
5. Belisario (KAW ZX-6R)
6. Tim Johnson (BMW S1000RR)
Karl Malone Powersports Open Twins
1. Joshua Fisher (TRI 675R)
2. Jared Baird (DUC 1299)
3. Donald Rothfuss (DUC 848)
4. Robert Jojola (DUC 999)
5. Marco Tellez (TRI 675)
TruSolace Production 500
1. Brian Childree (KAW Ninja 400)
2. Carey Fougere (YAM 450F)
3. Mark Taylor (KAW Ninja 400)
4. Brian Gerwe (KAW Ninja 400)
5. Raab Gisseman (HON RS125)
6. Ian Jenson (YAM YZF-R3)
Monarch Powersports Sportsman
1. Jordan DeJarnett (YAM YZF-R6)
2. Raab Gisseman (HON RS125)
3. David Schulz (YAM YZF-R6)
4. Robert Jojola (DUC 999)
5. Aaron Selbrede (HON CBR600RR)
Napa Auto Parts Tooele Stock 1000
1. Ryan Richardson (KAW ZX-10R)
2. Remington Mathews (BMW S1000RR)
3. Gilbert Gonzalez (KAW ZX-10R)
4. Cole Phillips (KAW ZX-10R)
5. Marshall Miller (BMW S1000RR)
6. Christopher Mousley (YAM YZF-R1)
Carbonsmith Super Street Bike
1. Remington Mathews (KTM Super Duke 1290R)
2. Robert Jojola (DUC 1199)
3. Alex Zinaich (YAM FZ1)
4. Marco Tellez (SUZ GSX-R1000)
R.I.P. Carole Adams, Mother Of SuperbikePlanet Editor Dean Adams
Carole Mary Adams died August 9 in Red Wing, Minnesota, where she owned an Arabian horse farm. She was 90.
Adams is survived by son Dean Adams, the Editor of SuperbikePlanet.com, and daughter Carole Marie Adams.