MotoAmerica: REV’IT! Returns As Twins Cup Sponsor

David Swarts

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February 16, 2023

MotoAmerica: REV’IT! Returns As Twins Cup Sponsor

REV’IT! Returns As Title Sponsor Of MotoAmerica Twins Cup Championship

An Industry Leader In Technical Motorcycle Apparel, REV’IT! Is Back For A Second Season As Title Sponsor Of The MotoAmerica Twins Cup Class.

IRVINE, CA (February 16, 2023) – MotoAmerica, North America’s premier motorcycle road racing series, is proud to announce that REV’IT! Sport International, an industry leader in technical motorcycle apparel for more than 25 years, is returning as the title sponsor of the MotoAmerica Twins Cup Championship for the 2023 racing season.

“REV’IT! enjoyed an exceptional MotoAmerica season in 2022, with Danilo Petrucci and PJ Jacobsen finishing second and sixth overall in the Medallia Superbike Championship,” said REV’IT! Brand Relations Manager Matthew Miles. “In addition to Petrucci’s five victories, PJ Jacobsen had three podium finishes and one pole position. Andrew Lee capped the year with a podium in YUASA Stock 1000 at Barber Motorsports Park.

“In 2023, REV’IT! is expanding its rider support,” continued Miles. “Jacobsen is returning to the Medallia Superbike Championship, and Nolan Lamkin will compete in YUASA Stock 1000 and Superbike Cup. Jackson Blackmon and Kayla Yaakov will contest the popular REV’IT! Twins Cup Championship. In addition, REV’IT! will continue to provide trackside support for Larry Pegram, Gene Buonomo, and Andrew Lee.”

REV’IT! Sport International, with headquarters in Oss, the Netherlands, and offices in Denver, Colorado, is an industry leader in technical motorcycle apparel, expanding the boundaries of function and style since 1995. The company continues its tradition of Design, Innovation, and Performance to improve standards of safety and sustainability for the global motorcycle community and to inspire motorcyclists everywhere to ride.

“Last year was our first year with REV’IT! onboard as a series sponsor with the REV’IT! Twins Cup Championship and it was a great partnership,” said MotoAmerica’s Lance Bryson. “So, we’re extremely happy to have them back for a second season in our paddock with not only their sponsorship but also the support they provide to many of our top stars.”

Visit the REV’IT! display in the FanZone at select MotoAmerica events.

About MotoAmerica

MotoAmerica is North America’s premier motorcycle road racing series. Established in 2014, MotoAmerica is home to the AMA Superbike Championship as well as additional classes including Supersport, Stock 1000, Twins Cup, Junior Cup, and King Of The Baggers. MotoAmerica is an affiliate of KRAVE Group LLC, a partnership including three-time 500cc World Champion, two-time AMA Superbike Champion, and AMA Hall of Famer Wayne Rainey; ex-racer and former manager of Team Roberts Chuck Aksland; motorsports marketing executive Terry Karges; and businessman Richard Varner. For more information, please visit www.MotoAmerica.com and follow MotoAmerica on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and YouTube.

Video: 6D Helmets Celebrating 10th Anniversary

David Swarts

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February 16, 2023

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Video: 6D Helmets Celebrating 10th Anniversary

6D HELMETS CELEBRATES 10th ANNIVERSARY OF SALES

Helmet-Safety pioneer announces tenth anniversary of sales.

(BREA, Calif.) – 6D Helmets is excited to announce the tenth anniversary of sales. Kicked off in 2013 by the crash heard ‘round the world’, featuring Zach Bell flying spectacularly through the Dallas air, the company has achieved a multitude of accomplishments and highlights. From groundbreaking work within the NFL’s Head Health Challenge III, to changing the way the industry, and consumers alike, look at helmets, to the loyal customers that have embraced the brand. The company has also enjoyed sales success and considerable growth allowing continued investment back into R&D and new helmets. Today, 6D helmets are available in most mature markets around the globe, and will be more accessible in North America with new distribution partners Parts Unlimited and Parts Canada.

6D Helmets was founded 12 years ago by co-founders Bob Weber and Robert Reisinger. Recognizing that helmet technology had not materially advanced in many decades, the two started developing a suspended liner system to address both angular and linear acceleration forces better within the helmet. After 2-years of aggressive development, testing, and evaluation, 6D established the new gold-standard with the introduction of their game-changing ATR-1 off-road motorcycle helmet in 2013. The ATR-1’s revolutionary Omni-Directional Suspension™ technology (ODS) dramatically improved the helmet’s ability to mitigate impact forces and better protect the rider during an accident. ODS provides significantly improved linear and angular acceleration force reduction over broader ranges of energy demands than traditional helmet designs.

6D has continued to push helmet technology and rider safety, releasing 7 revolutionary helmets, all featuring ODSTM technology over the past 10 years. Other highlights include winning multiple titles in Supercross, Motocross, Superbike, Baggers, X-Games, Nitro Games, and other world-class racing events at both the professional and amateur levels. The greatest accomplishment, however, came in 2017 when it was announced 6D Helmets and laboratory partner Dynamic Research Inc., were selected the Grand Prize Winner of the NFL’s Head Health Challenge III Competition, further validating the performance and value of the proprietary Omni-Directional Suspension™ system. ODS is protected globally by 7 international patents with additional pending applications.

“6D is proud of its ten-year track record of growth and success while delivering the market better, safer helmets,” said Bob Weber, 6D’s CEO and cofounder, “At the same time, we are always forward focused, and continue to challenge ourselves to improve our technology and advance rider safety further.”

In celebration of entering a new decade of sales, 6D has released a new special “10-years of safety” logo, as well as a highlight video recapping some of the company’s many accomplishments and milestones.

ABOUT 6D HELMETS: 6D Helmets LLC is dedicated to the relentless pursuit of brain protection. 6D’s patented Omni-Directional Suspension™ (ODS) technology provides protection capabilities unmatched by any other helmet design. 6D Helmets, established in 2011, is the safety technology leader in both motorcycle and bicycle helmet design. ODS™ is exclusively available in 6D Helmets. www.6Dhelmets.com

MotoAmerica: Indian Announces 2023 Race Teams, Contingency Awards

David Swarts

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February 16, 2023

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MotoAmerica: Indian Announces 2023 Race Teams, Contingency Awards

AFTER AN UNPRECEDENTED TRIPLE CROWN IN 2022, INDIAN MOTORCYCLE RACING ANNOUNCES 2023 MOTOAMERICA® & PROGRESSIVE INSURANCE® AMERICAN FLAT TRACK^smFACTORY RACE TEAMS & PRIVATEER CONTINGENCY

Indian Motorcycle Racing Set to Defend Championships in MotoAmerica® King of the Baggers® & Super Hooligan® Classes & American Flat Track^sm SuperTwins

2022 King of the Baggers® & 2022 Super Hooligan® Champion Tyler O’Hara & Teammate Jeremy McWilliams to Pilot S&S® Indian Challengers and S&S® FTRs in MotoAmerica® Series

Reigning AFT SuperTwins Champion Jared Mees Chases Scottie Parker’s Historic Record of Nine Grand National Championships

Indian Motorcycle Racing Commits More than $405,000 in Combined Privateer Contingency For King of the Baggers®, Super Hooligan® & American Flat Track^sm National Championship

MINNEAPOLIS (FEBRUARY 16, 2023) – 2022 was a historic year for Indian Motorcycle Racing, capturing an unprecedented triple crown with championships across three different racing classes, including MotoAmerica® Mission® King Of The Baggers® (KOTB), RSD Super Hooligan® National Championship (SHNC) and Progressive Insurance® American Flat Track^smSuperTwins classes. Now America’s First Motorcycle Company enters the 2023 racing season intent on defending its triple crown and raising the bar yet again with its factory racing program.

Running three No. 1 plates, Indian Motorcycle Racing welcomes back reigning champions Tyler O’Hara and Jared Mees, along with KOTB and SHNC factory rider Jeremy McWilliams. The company has also announced more than $405,000 in combined privateer contingency for KOTB, SHNC and AFT.

Founded by racers who developed America’s first motorized bicycles, fueled by a desire to go faster and win races, Indian Motorcycle has been racing, and winning, for 122 years. From founder Oscar Hedstrom’s endurance racing dominance at the turn of the century, to O.C. Godfrey winning the first Mountain Circuit race at the famed Isle of Man in 1911, to Burt Munro’s land speed records or the Wrecking Crew’s domination in flat track in the 1950s and, more recently, its six consecutive AFT Championships from 2017-2022, the list of history-making racing milestones is unparalleled. Now the innovative American motorcycle company prepares to defend a triple crown.

“Racing and an overriding spirit of competition has been a driving force for Indian Motorcycle for more than a century, and that competitive fire continues to drive us forward to this day,” said Gary Gray, Vice President – Racing, Technology and Service for Indian Motorcycle. “We’re incredibly proud of the success we had in 2022 with three different championships, but it’s only going to get tougher in 2023, with our competition gunning for us more than ever. But that challenge is what motivates us and pushes us to get better every day, and we’re chomping at the bit to go racing in 2023.”

Tyler O'Hara, the 2023 MotoAmerica Mission King Of The Baggers and MotoAmerica RSD Super Hooligan Champion. Photo courtesy Indian Motorcycle. — Tyler O’Hara, the 2022 MotoAmerica Mission King Of The Baggers and MotoAmerica RSD Super Hooligan Champion. Photo courtesy Indian Motorcycle.

MotoAmerica® KOTB & SHNC

For 2023, Indian Motorcycle and S&S® will pit a two-man factory race team that will take on double duty across the Mission King Of The Baggers® and RSD Super Hooligan® classes. Proudly running the No. 1 plate in both classes, dual-threat champion Tyler O’Hara enters his fourth year aboard the Indian Challenger and his second year piloting an Indian FTR. Pitting alongside O’Hara in both classes is veteran MotoGP racer Jeremy McWilliams, whose technical knowledge and extensive experience at racing’s highest levels proved invaluable to the team’s success in 2022.

In the 2022 Mission King Of The Baggers® class, the team’s success was driven by O’Hara’s versatility, the expertise of the S&S® crew, and the consistency and reliability of the Indian Challenger. Through seven rounds aboard his Indian Challenger, O’Hara captured five podiums, including a Daytona win, and two fourth-place finishes.

With the No. 1 plate and an expanded 14-round KOTB series, O’Hara will be the man to beat. But the competition will be tougher than ever, as Harley-Davidson® continues to increase its significant investment in the series, adding even more bikes and riders to the King Of The Baggers® grid for 2023.

“The odds were definitely against us in 2022, and that’s what made climbing that mountain and ending up on top all the more special to our entire Indian Motorcycle-S&S® team. We grinded week in and week out to rise to that challenge and in the end, we got the job done,” said O’Hara. “But now we start over and the climb begins again. This team is truly a family, and we could not be more motivated to defend the championship and successfully rise to the challenge again in 2023.”

Indian Motorcycle's Jeremy McWilliams. Photo courtesy Indian Motorcycle. — Indian Motorcycle’s Jeremy McWilliams. Photo courtesy Indian Motorcycle.

In addition to its factory efforts, Indian Motorcycle is offering up to $83,000 in KOTB privateer contingency and up to $41,000 in SHNC Contingency.

2023 Indian Motorcycle KOTB Privateer Contingency

Championship: $20,000
1^st: $3,000
2^nd: $1,000
3^rd: $500

2023 Indian Motorcycle SHNC Privateer Contingency

Championship: $5,000
1^St: $3,000
2^nd: $1,000
3^rd: $500

Tyler O'Hara's Indian Challenger MotoAmerica Mission King Of The Baggers racebike. Photo courtesy Indian Motorcycle. — Tyler O’Hara’s MotoAmerica Mission King Of The Baggers Indian Challenger racebike. Photo courtesy Indian Motorcycle.

AFT SuperTwins

Piloting the Indian FTR750 for his seventh-consecutive year, reigning Progressive Insurance® AFT SuperTwins Champion Jared Mees enters 2023 with eight AFT Grand National Championships to his name – just one shy of the historic record of nine held by Scottie Parker. A record that many have assumed would never be matched or broken, Mees is looking to do just that as he chases his ninth.

As Mees chases history, he’ll rely on his trusted team led by Crew Chief Kenny Tolbert, Assistant Mechanic Bubba Bently, and Suspension Technician Jimmy Wood. Mees will also receive support from Rogers Racing, SDI Racing, Drag Specialties®, Twigg Cycles, Mission® Foods, Monster Energy®, Bell® Helmets, Service Pro, Öhlins® Suspension, Klotz® Oil, Klock Werks^sm, RK Chain®, Corbin®, Seats, Engine Ice®, RMR Construction, Motion Pro®, VP Racing®, Vertex Pistons, Pro Plates and DBI Motorsports.

In addition to its AFT factory efforts around Mees, Indian Motorcycle is offering the sport’s most robust privateer contingency, equating to more than $280,000.

2023 Indian Motorcycle AFT Privateer Contingency:

Championship: $25,000
1^st: $7,500
2^nd: $2,500
3^rd: $1,500
4^th: $1,000
5^th: $750
6^th: $350
7^th: $250
8^th: $150
9^th: $125
10^th: $100

Indian Motorcycle factory race efforts are presented by Progressive Insurance®, Mission® Foods and Medallia®, with additional support from Indian Motorcycle Motor Oil, S&S®, Parts Unlimited, Drag Specialties®, Performance Finance, and J&P Cycles®.

KOTB, SHNC and AFT seasons begin March 9 at the Daytona International Speedway. For more information on the 2023 AFT season, visit AmericanFlatTrack.com, for KOTB and SHNC, visit MotoAmerica.com.

For information about Indian Motorcycle, visit IndianMotorcycle.com, or follow along on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

ABOUT INDIAN MOTORCYCLE®

Indian Motorcycle Company 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.

INDIAN and INDIAN MOTORCYCLE are registered trademarks of Indian Motorcycle International, LLC. Always wear a helmet, protective clothing and eyewear and insist your passenger does the same. Ride within the limits of the law and your own abilities. Read, understand and follow your owner’s manual. Never ride under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

Progressive Insurance® is a registered trademark of Progressive Casualty Insurance Company; MOTOAMERICA® is a registered trademark of Krave Group, American Flat Track^SM is a service trademark of Daytona Motorsports Group LLC; Harley-Davidson® is a registered trademark of H-D U.S.A., LLC; King of the Baggers® is a registered trademark of KRAVE GROUP, LLC; Super Hooligan® is a registered trademark of Roland Sands Design, Inc.; Mission® is a registered trademark of Gruma Corporation; Monster Energy® is a registered trademark; Drag Specialties® is a registered trademark of LeMans Corporation; Bell® is a registered trademark of Bell Sports, Inc; Medallia® is a registered trademark of Medallia Inc.; S&S® is a registered trademark of S&S Cycle, Inc.; J&P Cycles® is a registered trademark of J&P CYCLES, LLC; Öhlins® is a registered trademark of Öhlins Racing AB CORPORATION SWEDEN; Klotz®is a registered trademark of Klotz Synthetic Lubricants, Inc.; Klock Werkssm is a service trademark of Klock, Brian INDIVIDUAL; RK TAKASAGO CHAIN is a registered trademark of RK JAPAN CO., LTD., Engine Ice® is a registered trademark of KOST USA, LLC; VP Racing Fuels® is a registered trademark of VP RACING FUELS Inc.; Motion Pro® is a registered trademark of Motion Pro Inc.; Corbi® is a registered trademark of CORBIN PACIFIC, INC; Unless noted, trademarks are the property of Indian Motorcycle International, LLC.

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.

California Roadrace Association: Ketelsen & Prince Reign At Buttonwillow

David Swarts

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February 15, 2023

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California Roadrace Association: Ketelsen & Prince Reign At Buttonwillow

California Roadrace Association 2023 Round 1 @ Buttonwillow Raceway Park: Bryce Prince, Andy DiBrino, Brenden Ketelsen!

[Buttonwillow, CA] California Roadrace Association (CRA) kicked off the 2023 season at Buttonwillow Raceway Park February 11-12. Racers came from all over Northern and Southern California, various other states, and even other countries. There were healthy grids for virtually every class making for some very competitive racing. In spite of the spotty forecast, we were greeted with sunny skies from the first green flag to the last checkered.

“It was great to see all those smiling faces for round 1,” said CRA Co-Founder Lyle Geoff Brown. “The stiff competition made for some exciting races and kept me on my toes in the announcer booth!”

CRA’s “Racers First” focus continued this weekend with the addition of CRA’s new mentorship program “Racer 411” which welcomed new racers to the paddock with pit and race prep assistance. The club continues to give back to the paddock with a majority of the classes being sponsored by local businesses. CRA held its 2022 season awards dinner Saturday evening which included prize giveaways from their sponsors. KYT Helmets, Capit Performance products, a 10-day track pack by Carter’s @ The Track, along with a 35” Boxo Tool cart. We would like to thank all the racers for participating in the 2022 race season.

The weekend started off with Brenden Ketelsen on his ZX-6R taking the win in the 18-lap 61DTC 600GT race, followed by Yamaha YZF-R6-mounted Declan Van Rosmalen in second and Andy DiBrino aboard his KTM 890 Duke R in third.

Bryce Prince showed up with a full team in tow of BPR Yamaha YZF-R1 motorcycles and filled several grids. He dominated the races on Sunday, taking wins in Better Call Sy Expert 1000 Supersport, and TrackDaz Expert 1000 Superbike. BPR Yamaha teammate Ben Hodges had Saturday’s 1000 races on lockdown, taking wins in 61DTC 1000 GT and Better Call Sy Expert 1000 Supersport.

Ketelsen, on board his Graves Kawasaki ZX-6R, turned up in top form. He took the win in Fun TrackDayz Expert 600 SUPERSPORT over Yamaha YZF-R6 mounted Zach Harrington and Kier Leonhardt. Ketelsen also came in first in Carters @ the Track 600 SUPERBIKE, with DiBrino and his KTM 890 Duke R in second, Keir Leonhardt on a Yamaha R6 in third.

In Sunday’s premier race, the 12-lap CTML Consultants Gold Cup, Prince rode his BPR Yamaha YZF-R1 to the top step with a commanding victory over Motorsport Exotica’s BMW-mounted Wyatt Farris and Ketelsen on his Kawasaki ZX-6R.

Some of the most riveting races of the weekend were in the Twins classes. Aprilia RS 660 mounted rider Justin Bordonaro dominated the weekend. In the Twins GT race on Saturday, he took the RS 660 to win over Honda NSF250-mounted Alexander Enriquez. On Sunday, Bordonaro was also able to take wins over Alexander in Eyes Up Motorsports Battle of the Twins, as well as RS Speed Shop Twins Grand Prix.

“I’m just happy to grid up with all of these fast guys,” said Co-Founder Dustin Coyner. “Seeing the paddock full and super busy brought a smile to my face.”

Round 2 of 2023 CRA will be held the weekend of April 28-30 at the Podium Club in Casa Grande, Arizona.

For more information on CRA visit their website at www.race-cra.com. Get licensed and let’s go racing. #areyoucra #racecra #iamcra

CRA would like to thank their sponsors for their support:

CTML Consultants, Better Call Sy, Empowered Transportation, Feel Like a Pro, Track Daz, Let’s Ride Track Days, Rocket Cams, Inc., 61DTC, Blood x Sweat x Tears Vodka, Racer’s Edge Performance, Pirelli, VnM Sport, Dunlop, Carter’s @ The Track, Fun Track Dayz, Eyes Up Motorsports, Motorsport Exotica, Kern County Powersports, Lieto Factory, Eyes Up Motorsports, RS Speedshop, Catalyst Reaction Tuning, KYT Helmets, Capit Americas, The Heights Bar & Grill (Upland, CA), Maria Cid – Farmer’s Insurance, Cinepixel Productions, New Century Motorcycles, Moto4Life, Pacific Utility, Twilio, Boxo USA, Mithos USA, Suspension Matters, Road Race City, Bridgestone, Ryder Gear

ROUND 1 RACE RESULTS:

61DTC 1000 GT

1. Wyatt Farris (BMW S1000RR)

2. Nayden Balladeres (Kaw ZX-10R)

3. Jason Rodriguez (Yam YZF-R1)

4. Ryan Abler (Yam YZF-R1)

5. Dustin Coyner (Yam YZF-R1)

6. Nigel Carson (Yam YZF-R1)

61DTC 600 GT

1. Brenden Ketelsen (Kaw ZX-6R)

2. Declan Van Rosmalen (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Andy DiBrino (KTM 890 Duke)

4. Sahar Svik (Kaw ZX-6R)

5. Orel Madar (Kaw ZX-6R)

6. Wristin Grigg (Kaw ZX-6R)

Ladies of CRA, Presented by Let’s Ride Track Days

1. Emily Grana (Suz GSX-R600)

2. Jasmine Nichols (Kaw 400)

3. Bogna Davis (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Erinn Merlow (Kaw 400)

5. Lauren Prince (Kaw 400)

6. CeeJae Padilla (Kaw 300)

Feel Like a Pro 400 GT

1. Aiden Sneed (Yam YZF-R3)

2. Kayla Yaakov (Yam YZF-R3)

3. Alex George (Kaw 400)

4. Kevin Vergenz (Husq FS 450)

5. Chris Joffrion (KTM 450 SMR)

6. Andrew Krall (Yam YZF-R3)

Rocket Cams Outlaw V-Twins GT

1. Chris Rivas (Buell XB12)

2. John Trujillo (H-D FXDL)

3. David Lancaster (H-D Dyna)

Ruffians GT

1. Andy DiBrino (KTM 890 Duke)

Twins GT

1. Justin Bordonaro (Apr RS 660)

2. Alexander Enriquez (Hon NSF250R)

3. Ruben Soto (Apr RS 660)

4. Ed Sorbo (Suz SV650)

5. Luke Hiesterman (Yam FZ-07)

6. Santiago Avila (Yam YZF-R7)

Blood x Sweat x Tears Vodka Formula 40 Heavyweight

(Saturday)

1. Ryan Abler (Yam YZF-R1)

2. Fabrice Vilder (Yam YZF-R1)

3. Terry Heard (BMW S1000RR)

4. Steve Zoumaras (Kaw ZX-10R)

5. Dustin Coyner (Yam YZF-R1)

6. Jaakko Tiistola (BMW S1000RR)

(Sunday)

1. Ryan Abler (Yam YZF-R1)

2. Terry Heard (BMW S1000RR)

3. Dustin Coyner (Yam YZF-R1)

4. Fabrice Vilder (Yam YZF-R1)

5. Jaycee Sterling (Suz GSX-R1000)

6. Ben Ingram (BMW S1000RR)

Blood x Sweat x Tears Vodka Formula 40 Middleweight

(Saturday)

1. Sahar Svik (Kaw ZX-6R)

2. Keir Leonhardt (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Oscar Fernandez (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Miles Beacham (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Jesse Sims (Yam YZF-R6)

6. Jansher Ashraf (Yam YZF-R6)

(Sunday)

1. Sahar Svik (Kaw ZX-6R)

2. Keir Leonhardt (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Jesse Sims (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Oscar Fernandez (Yam YZF-R6)

Pirelli Sportsman

1. Gary Rubico (Duc 899)

2. Lauren Prince (Kaw 400)

3. Mason Baker (KTM RC 390)

4. Terrence Bisch (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Lyle Henry (Suz GSX-R600)

6. Hailey Makinson (Kaw 400)

American Iron presented by Empowered Transportation

(Saturday)

1. John Trujillo (H-D FXDL)

2. Chris Rivas (H-D FLTR)

3. David Lancaster (H-D Dyna)

4. Brendan Murphy (H-D Dyna)

(Sunday)

1. John Trujillo (H-D FXDL)

2. David Lancaster (H-D Dyna)

Blood x Sweat x Tears Vodka Formula 40 Lightweight

(Saturday)

1. Ed Sorbo (Suz SV650)

2. Santiago Avila (Yam YZF-R7)

3. Damian Doffo (Yam TZ250)

4. James Bush (Suz SV650)

5. Erinn Merlow (Kaw 400)

6. Ed Guzman (Apr RS 660)

(Sunday)

1. Ruben Soto (Apr RS 660)

2. Ed Sorbo (Suz SV650)

3. Santiago Avila (Yam YZF-R7)

4. James Bush (Suz SV650)

5. Erinn Merlow (Kaw 400)

6. Shaughn Reid (Kaw 400)

Modern Vintage

(Saturday)

1. Charles Coyston (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Blake Gentry (Suz GSX-R600)

3. Jake Barritt (Hon CBR929RR)

4. Doug Loud (Kaw ZX-10R)

5. Edward Hearn (Yam YZF-R6)

6. David Carbajal (BMW S1000RR)

(Sunday)

1. Charles Coyston (Yam YZF-R6)

2. Blake Gentry (Suz GSX-R600)

3. Jake Barritt (Hon CBR929RR)

Better Call Sy Ruffians Lightweight

(Saturday)

1. Andy DiBrino (KTM 890 Duke)

2. Bert Bledsoe (Buell Cyclone)

(Sunday)

1. Andy DiBrino (KTM 890 Duke)

Better Call Sy Expert 1000 Supersport

(Saturday)

1. Ben Hodges (Yam YZF-R1)

2. Jason Rodriguez (Yam YZF-R1)

3. Matt Testa (Yam YZF-R1)

4. Cody Cochran (BMW S1000RR)

5. Steve Zoumaras (Kaw ZX-10R)

6. Fabrice Vilder (Yam YZF-R1)

(Sunday)

1. Bryce Prince (Yam YZF-R1)

2. Ben Hodges (Yam YZF-R1)

3. Jason Rodrigeuz (Yam YZF-R1)

4. Cody Cochran (BMW S1000RR)

5. Fabrice Vilder (Yam YZF-R1)

6. Terry Heard (BMW S1000RR)

Fun Track Dayz Expert 600 Supersport

1. Brenden Ketelsen (Kaw ZX-6R)

2. Zach Harrington (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Keir Leonhardt (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Jesse Sims (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Miles Beacham (Yam YZF-R6)

6. Jansher Ashraf (Yam YZF-R6)

Lieto Factory Amateur 1000 Supersport

(Saturday)

1. Nayden Balladeres (Kaw ZX-10R)

2. Wristin Grigg (Kaw ZX-6R)

3. Jesus Ruiz (Yam YZF-R1)

4. Anthony Huizer (Suz GSX-R1000)

5. Joshua Scott (Apr RSV4)

6. Ernest Sauceda (Suz GSX-R1000)

(Sunday)

1. Nayden Balladeres (Kaw ZX-10R)

2. Jesus Ruiz (Yam YZF-R1)

3. Anthony Huizer (Suz GSX-R1000)

4. Aleks Palacios (Yam YZF-R1)

5. Ernest Sauceda (Suz GSX-R1000)

6. Joshua Scott (Apr RSV4)

Motolife Amateur 600 Supersport

1. Wristin Grigg (Kaw ZX-6R)

2. Geoff Sims (Yam YZF-R6)

3. Kevin Hosseini (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Blake Gentry (Suz GSX-R600)

5. Mujahid Umar (Kaw ZX-6R)

6. Bogna Davis (Yam YZF-R6)

Eyes Up Motorsports Battle of the Twins

1. Justin Bordonaro (Apr RS 660)

2. Alexander Enriquez (Hon NSF250R)

3. Ed Sorbo (Suz SV650)

4. Jasmine Nichols (Kaw 400)

5. Santiago Avila (Yam YZF-R7)

6. Jorge Gonzalez (Apr RS 660)

Feel Like a Pro Expert 400 Supersport

1. Jasmine Nichols (Kaw 400)

2. Alex George (Kaw 400)

3. Andrew Krall (Yam YZF-R3)

4. Erinn Merlow (Kaw 400)

5. Shaughn Reid (Kaw 400)

5. Oliver Ramleth (Yam YZF-R3)

Feel Like a Pro Amateur 400 Supersport

1. Eric Liao (Kaw 400)

2. Himesh Kurera (Kaw 300)

CTML Consultants CRA GOLD CUP

1. Bryce Prince (Yam YZF-R1)

2. Wyatt Farris (BMW S1000RR)

3. Brenden Ketelsen (Kaw ZX-6R)

4. Ben Hodges (Yam YZF-R1)

5. Jason Rodriguez (Yam YZF-R1)

6. Nigel Carson (Yam YZF-R1)

7. Dustin Coyner (Yam YZF-R1)

8. Terry Heard (BMW S1000RR)

9. Steve Zoumaras (Kaw ZX-10R)

10. Jansher Ashraf (Yam YZF-R6)

RS Speed Shop Twins GrandPrix

1. Justin Bordonaro (Apr RS 660)

2. Alexander Enriquez (Hon NSF250)

3. Ruben Soto (Apr RS 660)

4. Jasmin Nichols (Kaw 400)

5. Ed Sorbo (Suz SV650)

6. Jorge Gonzalez (Apr RS 660)

Better Call Sy Amateur 1000 Superbike

1. Nayden Balladeres (Kaw ZX-10R)

2. Anthony Huizer (Suz GSX-R1000)

3. Aleks Palacios (Yam YZF-R1)

4. Kevin Hosseini (Yam YZF-R1)

5. Garrett Hazelton (BMW S1000RR)

6. Ernest Sauceda (SUZ GSX-R1000)

Carter’s @ the Track Expert 600 Superbike

1. Brenden Ketelsen (Kaw ZX-6R)

2. Andy DiBrino (KTM 890 Duke)

3. Keir Leonhardt (Yam YZF-R6)

4. Zach Harrington (Yam YZF-R6)

5. Sahar Zvik (Kaw ZX-6R)

6. Jesse Sims (Yam YZF-R6)

TrackDaz Expert 1000 Superbike

1. Bryce Prince (Yam YZF-R1)

2. Wyatt Farris (BMW S1000RR)

3. Ryan Abler (Yam YZF-R1)

4. Matt Testa (Yam YZF-R1)

5. Dustin Coyner (Yam YZF-R1)

6. Cody Cochran (BMW S1000RR)

Feel Like a Pro Expert 400 Superbike

1. Jasmine Nichols (Kaw 400)

2. Alex George (Kaw 400)

3. Chris Joffrion (Kaw 400)

4. Shaughn Reid (Kaw 400)

5. Erinn Merlow (Kaw 400)

6. Oliver Ramleth (Kaw 400)

Feel Like a Pro Amateur 400 Superbike

1. Kevin Vergenz (Husq FS450)

2. Lauren Prince (Kaw 400)

3. CeeJae Padilla (Kaw 300)

MotoAmerica: LaRoche, Mazziotto Racing NECO Yamahas In Supersport

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February 15, 2023

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MotoAmerica: LaRoche, Mazziotto Racing NECO Yamahas In Supersport

Montoursville, PA. February 15 2023 – North East Cycle Outlet Racing is excited to announce this year’s two-rider lineup for MotoAmerica’s “Next Gen” Supersport class. CJ LaRoche will now return for his third season with NECO and will be joined by teammate Anthony Mazziotto. Anthony will be returning full time to the SuperSport racing for the first time in five years. He has had great success the past two years, with 11 podium finishes including four race wins, finishing third overall in MotoAmerica’s Twins Cup in 2022.

Anthony Mazziotto (516). Photo courtesy North East Cycle Outlet Racing.

Anthony Mazziotto: “Can’t be more excited to be back on the Yamaha R6 again with some of the people that really started it all for me. I’ve known Mark (Markbilt Racebikes) Kyle (Northeast Cycle Outlet) and Ken (Ken Hill Coaching) for many years now and it’s such a great thing to be working with them all now under one canopy. It’s been quite a while since my last crack at it in the Supersport class but I think with the right tools and mindset the team and I can get the blue machine to the front.”

CJ LaRoche (20). Photo courtesy North East Cycle Outlet Racing.

CJ LaRoche: “I’m really looking forward to my third season with Kyle and North East Cycle Outlet. We’ve been building the last two years and toward the end of last year, Ken and I had bit of breakthrough with my riding and I can’t wait to get on my Graves Motorsport R6 and run at the front. Plus, we now have Mazz under the tent and it’s been great to already do some training with him. Overall, I can’t wait for the season to start, especially with the longer endurance rounds!

Ken Hill: “Our 2023 MotoAmerica season started the day after the last Barber round and everyone has been wide open preparing. I’ve never seen CJ so motivated and he’s been training like a beast! We’ve been working together with Graves Motorsports on the 2023 bike and together with CJ’s training, we feel confident on running up front. And, very stoked to be back with Anthony this year. Anthony is a front runner and a great addition to the overall team. Look for the Northeast Cycle R6 up front!

Team owner Kyle Alexander: “I am very excited to see what 2023 has in store for us! Anthony has proven to be an excellent rider, with great work ethic and drive. I can’t wait to see what he can do on our North East Cycle Oultet/Markbilt Racebikes Yamaha R6. With proven podium potential, I think Mazz will be in the fight for front every round! Each year CJ has exponentially improved – and this year is no different. At our first few tests at Jennings, CJ blew me away! He has absolutely been putting in the afterhours work and training with Ken. I think the fans will be consistently seeing two North East Cycle Outlet Yamaha R6’s finishing up front this year! I also want to thank you to all of our sponsors that have come on board this year, your support is very much appreciated! Let’s get 2023 rolling!

About NECO: At North East Cycle Outlet, it is our mission to get you back on the road/track as quickly as possible by providing quality, discounted, new and used, OEM and Aftermarket parts. We want your experience to be hassle-free so you can spend time where you want, on your bike! We curate, professionally clean and test every part that comes through our shop. We understand buying used parts online can sometimes be tricky and deceptive. We strive to provide detailed photos and information about each motorcycle part we’re selling so you can feel confident you will receive what you need. Our shop is located in Montoursville, Pennsylvania where we ship daily offering domestic and international shipping.

American Flat Track: Arai Named Official Helmet Of AFT For Sixth Straight Year

David Swarts

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February 15, 2023

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American Flat Track: Arai Named Official Helmet Of AFT For Sixth Straight Year

Arai Named Official Helmet of Progressive AFT for Sixth Consecutive Year

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (February 15, 2023) – Progressive American Flat Track is proud to confirm that Arai Helmet, Inc. will continue in its role as the series’ Official Helmet for a sixth straight season in 2023.

Producing motorcycle helmets for more than 70 years, Arai is globally recognized as the world’s premier helmet manufacturer. And despite its remarkable motorsports successes over the decades – including numerous titles across Progressive AFT, Formula 1, and MotoGP among countless other series – it remains a small, family-owned company.

“Arai’s roots in American racing actually began in flat track, with our very first U.S. sponsored racer in the late ‘70s,” said Brian Weston, Managing Director of Arai Helmet, Inc. “Arai first began racing support to learn and improve, and even after more than 40 years we continue to apply lessons learned on the racetrack to the helmets we make for our customers. We make only one level of helmet for all of our customers – racers and street riders alike – the very best helmet we can make for rider protection. Arai proudly puts their family name on every helmet we make.”

For generations, Arai has provided two- and four-wheeled competitors and enthusiasts unparalleled comfort, technology, and style and continually seeks ways to improve rider protection. Over that time, its mission has remained unchanged: protection without compromise. Each helmet Arai produces is meticulously handmade, providing unmatched quality and craftsmanship while featuring exclusive materials and technology. And to ensure the helmets live up to their name, each one is rigorously double inspected before being shipped.

“Helmet safety is the first order of business in motorcycle racing and no manufacturer can meet the demands of our sport and the desires of our riders better than Arai,” said Gene Crouch, COO of AMA Pro Racing. “Arai has set the standard for decades and is fully deserving of its many accolades. Its unwavering commitment to safety, craftsmanship, and quality is remarkable.”

The 2023 Progressive American Flat Track season will launch with the hugely anticipated return of the DAYTONA Short Track I & II at Daytona International Speedway on Thursday, March 9 and Friday, March 10.

For more information on Arai Helmet visit https://www.araiamericas.com/.

For more information on Progressive AFT visit https://www.americanflattrack.com.

How to Watch:

FOX Sports and FansChoice.tv are the official homes for coverage of Progressive American Flat Track. For the 2023 season, all races will premiere in one-hour telecasts on FS1 during highly desirable weekend time slots. The complete schedule can be viewed at https://www.americanflattrack.com/events-foxsports. FansChoice.tv provides livestreaming coverage of every Progressive AFT round at http://www.FansChoice.tv.

About Arai Helmet

Founded as a helmet maker on October 13th, 1950, Arai Helmet was the first manufacturer of 2-wheel helmets in Japan. As for the high level of protection for motorcycles, touring riders of course needed it and Arai Helmet also received overwhelming endorsement from racers using the helmet in severe conditions. Mr. Michio Arai was born in 1938 in Tokyo and took over the Arai family business in 1986 from his father, Mr. Hirotake Arai. See more at www.araiamericas.com.

About Progressive American Flat Track

Progressive American Flat Track is the world’s premier dirt track motorcycle racing series and one of the longest-running championships in the history of motorsports. Sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing in Daytona Beach, Fla., the series is highly regarded as the most competitive form of dirt track motorcycle racing on the globe. For more information on Progressive American Flat Track, please visit us on the web, like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, check us out on Instagram and catch all the Progressive American Flat Track racing action on FOX Sports.

MotoGP: Anscheidt, Dovizioso To Be Named MotoGP Legends

David Swarts

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February 15, 2023

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MotoGP: Anscheidt, Dovizioso To Be Named MotoGP Legends

Andrea Dovizioso and Hans-Georg Anscheidt to be named MotoGP™ Legends

The Italian and the German will each be inducted into the MotoGP™ Hall of Fame in 2023

Wednesday, 15 February 2023

Andrea Dovizioso and Hans-Georg Anscheidt will each be named MotoGP™ Legends in 2023. Italian rider Dovizioso will be inducted into the Hall of Fame at Mugello and German rider Anscheidt at the Sachsenring, each taking their place in the Legend books!

Dovizioso won the 125cc World Championship in 2004, moved up to become a consistent challenger in the 250 class and then made his MotoGP™ debut in 2008, taking his first premier class podium as a rookie. The following season Dovizioso took his first premier class win and until his departure from Honda at the end of 2011, was a consistent podium threat. His next season saw him debut with Yamaha Tech3, where he again took a number of rostrums, before a move to the Ducati factory team for 2013 saw the two begin a long journey to the top.

Andrea Dovizioso (04) had many duels with Marc Marquez (93) in MotoGP. This one is from Qatar in 2019. Photo courtesy Dorna.

In 2014 Dovizioso garnered two podiums, in 2015 five and in 2016 another five – including a history-making win in the Malaysian Grand Prix, his first since 2009. That kicked off a renaissance of incredible frontrunning form as Dovizioso was Championship runner up in 2017, 2018 and 2019, taking 12 wins across just three seasons. His final win came in his final season with Ducati at the 2020 Austrian Grand Prix.

After a brief sabbatical, Dovizioso returned to competition in the latter part of 2021 as an Independent Team rider with Yamaha before retiring after Misano in 2022. His final hurrah saw the paddock come out to applaud both the achievements and class of a key figure in the modern era. Now, he’ll take his place as a MotoGP™ Legend.

German rider Hans-Georg Anscheidt was born in Königsberg (now Kaliningrad) in 1935 and would become one of the most successful 50cc riders in the first decade of the 50cc World Championship. He started riding Enduro in 1955 before switching to Speedway in 1957, then taking on the new challenge of 50cc circuit racing from 1959.

After European level success, Anscheidt continued racing for Kreidler when the 50cc class officially debuted as a World Championship in 1962, winning the first race of the season at Montjuïc and taking a second Grand Prix win at Monza in the Nations Grand Prix. He finished the year runner up overall, a feat he repeated in 1963 as he took another three Grand Prix victories. He ended 1964 in third place overall, taking another win, before a tougher 1965 ahead of a switch to Suzuki.

Hans-Georg Anscheidt (201) on a 50cc Suzuki in 1966. Photo courtesy Dorna.

That switch saw Anscheidt begin an incredible winning run. He took his first 50cc World Championship in 1966 and it didn’t stop there as the German won an impressive three titles in a row from 1966 to 1968. Remarkably, the first two saw Anscheidt compete as a factory Suzuki rider, but in 1968 he won his final Championship as a privateer. With his name in the history books as a three-time World Champion and winner of 14 Grands Prix, Anscheidt retired as the reigning Champion at the end of 1968.

Now, Dovizioso and Anscheidt will be named MotoGP™ Legends, joining a long list of greats that includes Valentino Rossi, Giacomo Agostini, Hugh Anderson, Kork Ballington, Max Biaggi, Alex Crivillé, Mick Doohan, Stefan Dörflinger, Geoff Duke, Wayne Gardner, Mike Hailwood, Nicky Hayden, Jorge Lorenzo, Daijiro Kato, Eddie Lawson, Marco Lucchinelli, Randy Mamola, Anton Mang, Jorge ‘Aspar’ Martinez, Angel Nieto, Dani Pedrosa, Wayne Rainey, Phil Read, Jim Redman, Kenny Roberts, Kenny Roberts Jr, Jarno Saarinen, Kevin Schwantz, Barry Sheene, Marco Simoncelli, Freddie Spencer, Casey Stoner, John Surtees, Luigi Taveri, Carlo Ubbiali and Franco Uncini.

Andrea Dovizioso: “When they told me, I was really surprised. Reading the list of Legends it’s a nice feeling to know my name is now going to be added. I had a long career but didn’t expect to be named a Legend – and certainly not so soon – but it’s really an honour.

“I’m looking forward to coming back to the paddock to visit, and to be inducted at the Italian Grand Prix makes it really special. I’m surprised and very happy, happy to become a MotoGP Legend. So thank you very much!”

Hans-Georg Anscheidt: “It is a great pleasure for me to become a MotoGP Legend. I did not expect it, as the 50cc class came years after the other classes of the World Championship had started and is long gone. I am very happy, and I will do all I can to come to the Sachsenring together with my son.

“The 50cc class was very special for me as I was racing bigger offroad bikes before and had to learn to handle these tiny, wobbly beasts with their narrow power band and narrow two-inch tires that had no margin for error.

“When the 50cc Moto Cup started in 1959, they had an average of 100 km/h. In 1960 it was already 110 km/h. In 1961 the topspeed of our Kreidler in the European Championship was around 140 km/h, when I last raced at Spa in 1968, my Suzuki went up to 205 km/h. It was an amazing development in these early years.

“I have not been in the paddock for a very long time., so I am very excited to see the World Championship again. I know from TV that the races are very close!”

Carmelo Ezpeleta, CEO of Dorna Sports: “We’re very proud to induct Andrea and Hans-Georg into the MotoGP Hall of Fame. Two riders who achieved a lot, and two riders who were emblematic of the eras in which they competed. We’re very much looking forward to welcoming them back to the paddock to be named Legends.

“Andrea was already a World Champion early in his career and years later was still thrilling us as a key part of some of the best battles in the modern era of MotoGP. It was a pleasure for us to watch him compete and take some of the closest MotoGP victories I can remember. He is undoubtedly a legend!

“Hans-Georg was hugely successful in the 50cc class and won three titles back-to-back, which is a special achievement few have managed. He has an important place in history and was a key figure of that second decade of Grand Prix competition, making us all proud to name him a MotoGP Legend today.”

WorldSBK: Combined Rider/Machine Weight Limit Ruled Out

David Swarts

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February 15, 2023

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WorldSBK: Combined Rider/Machine Weight Limit Ruled Out

FIM Superbike & Supersport World Championships

Changes to the FIM Superbike and Supersport World Championships Regulations

The Superbike Commission, composed of MM. Gregorio LAVILLA (Dorna, WorldSBK Executive Director), Paul KING (Director of the FIM Circuit Racing Commission), Biense BIERMA (General Secretary of the MSMA), coordinated by Paul DUPARC (Manager of the FIM Circuit Racing Commission – SBK Secretary of the Commission), in the presence of Ludovic REIGNIER (FIM WorldSBK Technical Director), Dominique HEBRARD (FIM CTI Technical Manager) and Roland BERGER (FIM CTI Director) met on numerous occasions in recent weeks and took the following decisions:

The WorldSBK Championship is now mature. It is necessary to ensure the continuity of this category and to maintain the technical rules that have made its current success. The question of a minimum combined weight (Rider/Machine) has been ruled out by the “SBK Permanent Bureau”.

The Supersport and Supersport Next Generation category will see their 2022 technical rules maintained for an additional year. This postponement will allow current manufacturers under the Supersport rules to work during this season to meet the base of technical/balancing rules for the 2024 Supersport Next Generation, mandatory for all manufacturers.

At the end of the 2023 season, a study establishing the performance balancing results will be drawn up in order to establish the performance balancing in this series for 2024.

On the specific sporting side, a testing restriction has been established. It is now prohibited for riders and teams contracted to compete in the World Supersport & World Supersport 300 World Championships to test, practice or race at the same location as an FIM World Superbike World Championship event during the 11 days preceding the day of
first practice of this event.

Considering that the minimum age of WorldSSP300 riders had been increased, and that such riders have to practice for participating in higher class, it was approved that Flag to flag races would be put in place in this category (as existing in WorldSSP and WorldSBK): For all classes, a race will not be interrupted for climatic reasons except for extraordinary events. Riders who wish to change tyres or make adjustments will have to enter the pits and do so during the actual race.

In line with all FIM disciplines (initiated by GP classes), the meaning of the yellow flag with red stripes (change of adherence) will be as follows: “The adhesion on this section of the track could be affected by any reason other than rain, giving unexpected surface conditions. This can include isolated damp patches on a dry track, oil, gravel, grass or other debris”.

The FIM is continuing its mission of improving riders’ equipment and developing helmets. In line with this policy, only FIM homologated helmets (with a valid FIM Homologation Label) will be allowed with the following deadlines:

• Until the 31/12/2025: FRHPhe-01 & FRHPhe-02

• As from 01/01/2026: FRHPhe-02 only

A list of FIM Homologated helmets is available on www.frhp.org.

The resolutions of this Superbike Commission have been approved by the Permanent Bureau.

A regularly updated version of the FIM SBK Regulations which contains the detailed text of the regulation changes may be viewed shortly on the FIM website.

Andreani USA Opens Suspension Headquarters In North Carolina

David Swarts

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February 14, 2023

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Andreani USA Opens Suspension Headquarters In North Carolina

Noted Italian Distributor of Performance Motorcycle and Bicycle Suspension Products Opens US Distribution Arm

Hendersonville, NC – Andreani, known throughout Europe as the premier distributor of motorcycle and bicycle suspension products, announced today the opening of their first US office and distribution center, located in Hendersonville, NC. The facility is building a stock of products from their own lines as well as well-known brands that will be distributed to US bicycle shops and motorcycle dealerships.

The Andreani USA facility is a 10,000 square foot distribution center and houses the offices for Andreani USA. The company currently employs four people in the US and expects that number to increase as business grows. Andreani USA currently distributes products from SKF, Intek, Kayaba, Showa, and Ohlins, as well as its own Andreani line of suspensions for motorcycles and bicycles.

“The Andreani Group is thrilled to open our operations in the United States. The US market is a tremendous opportunity for our company. We believe that our approach to high performance two-wheelers, which is to provide great products and help technicians by offering comprehensive training, will have a significant impact on bicycle and motorcycle riders in the USA,” said President of Andreani USA Luciano Ubaldini.

Andreani USA President Luciano Ubaldini. Photo courtesy Andreani USA.

Andreani Group International was founded in Pesaro, Italy in 1987 by Giuseppe Andreani, a former motorcycle racing champion. Initially focused on supporting the performance needs of motorcycle riders and racers, Andreani quickly realized that the science of vehicle suspension was not well understood by riders and technicians in the motorcycle world. Andreani worked with industry experts and built a training program, which became the premier resource for technicians and tuners in Europe to get the most out of their motorcycles.

Andreani founder Giuseppe Andreani back in the day. Photo courtesy Andreani USA.

Andreani USA will begin offering this type of training in the United States later this year and will encourage technicians from their customers’ dealerships to attend, along with tuners from some of the top road racing and motocross teams in the industry. The company will also offer training for mountain bike racing teams and technicians, leveraging the company’s deep roots in all types of performance two-wheelers.

The company expects the staff in Hendersonville to grow to 10-15 employees by the end of 2023 and will expand to offer more products and more top brands of motorcycle and bicycle suspension products.

Royal Enfield BTR Enlists Freddie Spencer, Is Now Accepting Applications

David Swarts

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February 14, 2023

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Royal Enfield BTR Enlists Freddie Spencer, Is Now Accepting Applications

Royal Enfield BUILD. TRAIN. RACE. Now Accepting Applications for 2023

Freddie Spencer to join Royal Enfield’s innovative BTR program

Milwaukee, WI (Tuesday, February 14, 2023) – Royal Enfield is proud to announce the return of its signature BUILD. TRAIN. RACE. (BTR) program to both American Flat Track and MotoAmerica national championships. This groundbreaking program continues to welcome aspiring women into the racing community and provides the opportunity to travel the country and race within a national championship. Royal Enfield is currently accepting applications from women riders (new and experienced) looking to take part in both BTR Road Racing and BTR Flat Track programs for 2023.

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN AT BUILDTRAINRACE.COM. APPLY NOW THROUGH FEBRUARY 26!

Royal Enfield is thrilled to announce Motorsports Hall of Famer Freddie Spencer as part of the MotoAmerica BTR team. The three-time Grand Prix world champion will serve as a mentor and riding coach to the BTR Road Racing paddock, bringing his legendary expertise to the women of the 2023 program.

Three-time World Champion Freddie Spencer will serve as a mentor and riding coach for the 2023 Royal Enfield BUILD. TRAIN. RACE. road race program. Photo courtesy Royal Enfield North America.

“It’s exciting for me to return to the MotoAmerica paddock, especially at a grassroots level like this,” said Freddie Spencer. “Royal Enfield’s Build. Train. Race. program is unique in that it brings racing back to the basics: technique, talent and most importantly, passion. That’s the true soul of racing, and I’m looking forward to fostering that with the BTR women, and hopefully we can continue to encourage people everywhere to get out on the track and give racing a try, and most importantly, just experience the enjoyment of what motorcycling gives you.”

Royal Enfield’s BTR program guides aspiring racers through the process of building a race bike from a stock Royal Enfield motorcycle—INT650 in BTR Flat Track and Continental GT 650 in BTR Road Racing—learning technique and race craft on the track, and finally racing within a national championship. The 2023 season will consist of two separate programs: a four-round series within American Flat Track, and a four-round series within MotoAmerica. Racing begins with BTR Flat Track on April 22, and BTR Road Racing on May 20.

Twelve-rider grids in each series will consist of both returning members and new riders. Applications are currently being accepted, and will close Sunday, February 26. Apply now, or let your lady rider friends know about this unique opportunity to come racing with Royal Enfield in 2023! For more on Royal Enfield BUILD. TRAIN. RACE. and details on how to apply, visit BuildTrainRace.com.

“BUILD. TRAIN. RACE. has become a hallmark of Royal Enfield’s global culture, and we are very proud to usher BTR into its fourth year with American Flat Track, and third year with MotoAmerica,” said Adrian Sellers, Royal Enfield Head – Custom & Motorsport. “The inclusion and encouragement of the BTR program is truly inspiring, and the opportunity to welcome new and returning racers, the support of our sponsors, and now with the legendary Freddie Spencer is an honor. We look forward to another season of exciting racing.”

Royal Enfield's BUILD. TRAIN. RACE. flat track race program is returning for a fourth year with American Flat Track (AFT). Photo courtesy Royal Enfield North America. — Royal Enfield’s BUILD. TRAIN. RACE. flat track race program is returning for a fourth year with American Flat Track (AFT). Photo courtesy Royal Enfield North America.

BTR Flat Track Racing Schedule

April 22 (Rnd 1) Dallas Half-Mile, Mesquite, TX

May 6 (Rnd 2) Ventura Short Track, Ventura, CA

July 1 (Rnd 3) West Virginia Half-Mile, Mineral Wells, WV

July 22 (Rnd 4) Bridgeport Half-Mile, Swedesboro, NJ

BTR Road Racing Schedule

June 2-4 (Rnd 1) Road America, Elkhart Lake, WI

June 23-24 (Rnd 2) Ridge Motorsports Park, Shelton, WA

July 28-30 (Rnd 3) Brainerd Int’l Raceway, Brainerd, MN

August 18-20 (Rnd 4) Pittsburgh Int’l Race Complex, Wampum, PA

Think you have what it takes? Apply now for Royal Enfield BTR 2023!

The BTR program guides women of all experience levels through the process of building, training and racing a Royal Enfield 650 motorcycle.

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.

MotoAmerica: REV’IT! Returns As Twins Cup Sponsor

February 16, 2023

REV'IT!-sponsored MotoAmerica Superbike racer PJ Jacobsen (66). Photo courtesy Tytlers Cycle Racing.