MRA Celebrates Its 2022 Champions

David Swarts

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December 4, 2022

MRA Celebrates Class Champions and 2022 Top-10 at Annual Awards Banquet

Denver, CO – The Motorcycle Roadracing Association held its 2022 Annual Awards Banquet at the Field House Event Venue, in Denver, on Saturday, November 19th, where the club’s competitors and staff were honored and recognized for their achievements and hard work throughout the season. The Field House Event Venue overlooks the Denver Broncos football stadium, and offers a scenic view of the downtown Denver skyline.

For this event, the MRA hosted a full house of racers, staff, family and friends to enjoy a catered dinner with festivities starting at 6:30pm. The MRA is a friends and family oriented organization, which meant the evening was consisted of speeches, laughs, digs, and heartfelt congratulations all around. The banquet was kicked off by a heartfelt speech by MRA President Chris Nami, followed by a video review of the 2022 season created by MRA Rider Representative Erik Maxwell (the video can be seen at: https://youtu.be/K3E1G3yQVoE).

The banquet culminated with the awards for MRA’s premier class, Race of the Rockies, recognizing the top-10 plate holders for 2023, and a new champion in Mike Applegate, of Littleton, Colorado. After winning numerous class championships in his almost 30 years racing with the MRA, Mike finally clinched the top spot. Congratulations, Mike, for becoming the #1 plate holder for 2023!

The annual awards banquet not only recognizes the top racers in each race class – the MRA also uses this opportunity to appreciate everyone who contributes to the making of a successful race season, including: the safety team (corner workers, mobile response, timing and score-keeping); ambulance crew; office staff; race school and SuperStreet instructors, and; other people critical to running a successful race organization. The MRA recognized the following Safety Team members who worked 4 or more rounds this season: Evan Baker; Kaitlynn Wilkerson; Donald Watts; Heather Colton; Irelynn Terranami; Richard Bickhard III; Gordon Bailey; Darrin McDaniel, and; Jane Bruegger. And the following outgoing board members were recognized for their contributions: Tiffany Maestas (Treasurer); Jeff Brown (New Rider Director); Jared Dear (VP Rules & Tech); Nate Bell (Rider Representative).

The MRA also presented the following special awards for extraordinary contribution and service: Jim Wilson received the Bob Heaton Distinguished Service Award for his 10+ years serving on the MRA board; Sportsman of the Year went to Joe Maher; Dustin Pfeiffer received the Rookie of the Year award, and the Katherine Burke Memorial Cornerstone Award was presented to Michael Applehans. The Carl Sorensen Memorial Award, which is given to the winner of the Thunderbike class, was presented this year to Colton Wulf. Congratulations to Jim, Joe, Dustin, and Michael, and Colton!

A surprise contribution of 2 custom-made, carbon fiber motorcycle ramps, was made by former MRA President, Mark Folsom. Mark wasn’t able to attend the Awards Banquet, but he requested the ramps be presented to: 1) the Rookie of the Year (Dustin Pfeiffer), and; 2) the winner of the Formula Colorado class, which, this year, was Stephen Husbands.

The MRA board is recognized for preparing and hosting the evening, with a little extra thanks to President Chris Nami, Rider Reps Blair Harness, Erik Maxwell, and Dennis Stowers, and all the rest behind and in front of the scenes, that made it all happen!

The MRA is looking forward to 2023, and celebrating its 50th championship season, starting with its New Racer School in April. The full season schedule can be found at https://www.mra-racing.org/schedule/season-schedule/.

The Motorcycle Roadracing Association is dedicated to promoting safe and competitive motorcycle road racing events for enthusiasts in Colorado and the surrounding area. For more information go to http://www.mra-racing.org/.

Race of the Rockies Championship MRA Top 10

1. Mike Applegate

2. James Wilkerson

3. Jared Dear

4. Ken Yee

5. Kevin Madden

6. Ray Thornton

7. Cameron Lee

8. Daniel Spurlock

9. Travis Froehlich

10. Justen Behmer

Fay Myers Motorcycle World – Race of the Rockies GTO

1. Mike Applegate

2. James Wilkerson

3. Kevin Madden

4. Daniel Spurlock

5. Ray Thornton

6. John Borst

7. Joseph Resta

8. David Lambert

9. Chris Nami

10. Jeremiah Walker

Apex Auto Glass – Race of the Rockies GTU

1. Jared Dear

2. Ken Yee

3. Cameron Lee

4. Travis Froehlich

5. Justen Behmer

6. Dennis Stowers

7. Salvatore Rizzo

8. Phillip Takahashi

9. Randy Hopper

10. Jeremiah Downing

64 Degree Racing – MRA Clubman Championship

1. Jared Dear

2. Tyrel Diekmann

3. Ken Yee

4. Mike Applegate

5. Kevin Madden

Ultra Lightweight Endurance

1. Tom Dixon

2. Matthew Coladonato

3. Paul Bosonetto

4. Chris Joffrion

5. Craig Gomulka

Rocky View Family Dental – Lightweight Endurance

1. Mathew Muldoon

2. Stephen Husbands

3. Joseph Maher

4. Codey Chewning

5. Aston Reynolds

Wyeth Homes – Middleweight Endurance

1. Jared Dear

2. Jeremiah Downing

3. Travis Froehlich

4. Jesse Kurk

5. Justen Behmer

High Plains Raceway – Open Endurance

1. James Wilkerson

2. Michael Applehans

3. Kevin Madden

4. Ray Thornton

5. Jared Dear

Law Tigers – Novice GTU

1. Ben Reichenberger

2. William Guzenski

3. Steven Racz

4. Jesse Kurk

5. Ryan Gajewski

Aces Motorcycles – Novice GTO

1. Steven Bartholomew

2. Dustin Pfeiffer

3. Randy Thomas

4. Jesse Kurk

5. Justin Bohling

Rocky View Family Dental – Premier Amateur

1. Tyrel Diekmann

2. Raymond Kelly

3. Gage Mollman

4. Jose Rios De Vincenzo

5. Colton Wulf

XL3 Rigging – Amateur GTU

1. Jesse Kurk

2. Evan Weidner

3. Steven Racz

4. Jeremiah Downing

5. Raymond Kelly

REagency Realty – Amateur GTO

1. Jeremy Ross

2. Dustin Pfeiffer

3. Drake DiNero

4. Jesse Kurk

5. Gage Mollman

Night Owl Sports Bar & Grill – Modern Vintage GTU

1. Tyrel Diekmann

2. Navid Poran

3. Codey Chewning

4. Timothy David

5. Shawn Reddan

Mozart Properties – Modern Vintage GTO

1. Kevin Madden

2. Tyrel Diekmann

3. Bob Hasenhundl

4. Timothy David

5. Santiago Shirtz

Vickery Motorsports – 350 Supersport

1. Tom Dixon

2. Trevor Chavez

3. Joseph Maher

4. Jared Dear

5. Sami Parker

500 Supersport

1. Paul Bosonetto

2. Justen Behmer

3. Jeremiah Baker

4. Matthew Coladonato

5. Craig Gomulka

350 Superbike

1. Tom Dixon

2. Trevor Chavez

3. Joseph Maher

4. Jared Dear

5. Scott Nelson

IES Technologies – 500 Superbike

1. Justen Behmer

2. Jeremiah Baker

3. Paul Bosonetto

4. Matthew Coladonato

5. Craig Gomulka

MobarMafia Vinyl Wraps – SuperTwins GTU

1. Charles Greenwood

2. Mathew Muldoon

3. Stephen Husbands

4. Codey Chewning

5. Joseph Maher

Performance Cycle – SuperTwins GTO

1. Bobby Mills

2. Mark Weidner

3. Colton Wulf

4. Matthew Meyer

5. Santiago Shirtz

Spencer Russell Youth Racing – Lightweight Grand Prix

1. Charles Greenwood

2. Michael Applehans

3. Mathew Muldoon

4. Stephen Husbands

5. Mike Kionka

Woody’s Wheel Works – Formula Colorado

1. Stephen Husbands

2. Mike Kionka

3. Joseph Maher

4. Chris Joffrion

5. Tom Dixon

SuperMoto

1. Mike Morrison

2. Joe LoGalbo

3. Bruce Sass

4. Travis Froehlich

5. Geoff Cesmat

Conrad Oliver at Blue Raven Solar – Thunderbike

1. Colton Wulf

2. Evan Weidner

3. Ryan Gajewski

4. Charles Greenwood

5. Conrad Oliver

Reagency Realty – Formula 40 GTU

1. Ken Yee

2. Travis Froehlich

3. Erik Maxwell

4. Dave Stiefvater

5. Nathan Bell

Moto Garage – Formula 40 GTO

1. James Wilkerson

2. Mike Applegate

3. Ray Thornton

4. Jeremy Ross

5. Kevin Madden

IES Technologies – Middleweight Supersport

1. Ken Yee

2. Cameron Lee

3. Jeremiah Downing

4. Jared Dear

5. Tyrel Diekmann

Green Tech Auto Body – Middleweight Superbike

1. Jared Dear

2. Ken Yee

3. Cameron Lee

4. Tyrel Diekmann

5. Jeremiah Downing

Colorado Springs Powersports – Open Supersport

1. Mike Applegate

2. Ken Yee

3. Ray Thornton

4. Kevin Madden

5. Jeremy Ross

Moto Station – Open Superbike

1. Mike Applegate

2. James Wilkerson

3. Daniel Spurlock

4. Ray Thornton

5. Jeremy Ross

WorldSBK: Kawasaki Completes Shortened Test At Jerez

David Swarts

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December 3, 2022

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WorldSBK: Kawasaki Completes Shortened Test At Jerez

Brief But Positive KRT Test

Kawasaki Racing Team riders Jonathan Rea and Alex Lowes took to the track with their Ninja ZX-10RR machines on Friday 2 December to start important preparations for the 2023 FIM Superbike World Championship.

The planned two-day test at the 4.423km long Circuito de Jerez – Angel Nieto was reduced to half a day, on Friday afternoon, due to earlier periods of wet weather. On an almost dry*- track both Lowes and Rea worked through various test items, just a few days after the end of the 2022 racing season.

In the final analysis, each rider had enough track time to form opinions about the new items, with Rea finishing as the fastest rider with a 1’39.911, set on lap 39 of 50.

Alex went out on track first, on a damp but drying track surface. He would also set 50 laps in a single busy afternoon session, swapping between two bikes in the team’s new winter tests colours.

Lowes was third fastest overall, with a 1’40.342 best lap time despite the not quite perfect track conditions.

The next test for the KRT riders will be in late January 2023, once again at Jerez.

Jonathan Rea (65). Photo courtesy Kawasaki.

Jonathan Rea, stated: “It has been a very worthwhile test because we had to make decisions on some ‘hard’ parts for the off season, so that we can start in a good way next year. We just had three or four of these important items to say yes or no on. Riding the 2023 bike is good. There are some areas we need to improve, because we are still doing the early work, especially from the electronics side. But step-by-step we will put the package together. The track was never in perfect shape as there were still some damp patches out there but we were able to make some decisions. I am happy to go into the off season healthy and happy. I look forward to a few weeks holiday now.”

Alex Lowes (22). Photo courtesy Kawasaki.

Alex Lowes, stated: “I felt good on the bike even if the weather was a little bit against us at this test, meaning we just got the last afternoon on track. When I started the track was still quite damp but we used this time to try some things that were not about overall performance. We had some new ideas for 2023 so I spent the next couple of hours ‘back-to-back’ testing some new parts, with some positives and some negatives on the rear of the bike. The good point was that we got a lot of laps in, so we have a lot of information to try to piece everything together to give us a good step for the test at the end of January.”

Pere Riba, Crew Chief for Jonathan Rea, stated: “The test went OK, because we did just four hours in the end. The weather has been not nice; raining all day on Thursday and it took a long time to dry today which means we got those four hours. We had a couple of things that we had to test and get the feedback from the riders about, because it has to be developed during the winter time. Finally, we could collect the information. Johnny was going fast and we were only using an SC0 tyre, a hard option, in the rear. It was quite consistent in the lap times and we collected all the info that we wanted. Now we are just looking forward to next year.”

Marcel Duinker, Crew Chief for Alex Lowes, stated: “During the day we had a couple of main items that we tried, to improve for next year. After this half day test we have a clear opinion about most of the items, which allows us to continue to improve for the January test. Having done this in just a few hours we are very satisfied. We did not touch the set-up from Phillip Island, not one click, and Alex was immediately fast and even more consistent. We are very pleased with these test results. We can all enter the holiday period with a big smile on our faces.”

Tom Sykes (66). Photo courtesy Kawasaki.

Tom Sykes, the 2013 WorldSBK champion with Kawasaki, returned to the series with Kawasaki Puccetti Racing at this test, after a season spent racing in BSB. He also only rode during the final dry afternoon session, but set a best lap time of 1’40.949 – just over one second from the fastest rider.

Video: GASGAS Unveils Two Factory Edition Motocross Models

David Swarts

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December 2, 2022

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Video: GASGAS Unveils Two Factory Edition Motocross Models

GASGAS GOES BIG WITH TWO FACTORY EDITION MOTOCROSS MODELS FOR 2023!

GET ON THE GAS WITH THE ALL-NEW GASGAS MC 450F AND MC 250F DIRT BIKES

One year on from launching our first-ever race team replica dirt bike and we’re back with more! And not just one, but two factory edition motocross models. Built for maximum on-track performance, the all-new GASGAS MC 450F Factory Edition and MC 250F Factory Edition bikes have been designed and developed together with GASGAS Factory Racing, so you know they’re going to be good! Both feature brand-new motors, new frames, and are packed full of the latest technology, with pretty much everything else being improved over the outgoing generation. So, if you’re a racer focused on winning, you’re going to need one. It’s as simple as that!

GASGAS unveils two awesome TLD Race Team replica motocross bikes

New models developed with GASGAS Factory Racing for maximum performance

Watch Justin Barcia and Pierce Brown ride the new bikes below

The MC 450F Factory Edition benefits from a new cylinder head and CP piston – a potent combination that gives a boost to overall performance and amplifies the on-track experience for all riders. With the motor now lighter than ever, as well as being repositioned within the all-new frame to improve mass centralization, the bike’s already agile handling characteristics are taken to the next level.

As the newest and freshest model added to the GASGAS line-up, the MC 250F Factory Edition is pretty much an all-new dirt bike. Headlining this awesome bike is the powerful, high-revving, motor that’s super compact to save weight. Together with the new frame it makes carving through corners so, so easy. The brand-new motor features a new cylinder, cylinder head and piston, crankcases, and gearbox, which all work as one to make the MC 250F Factory Edition quite possibly the very best 250cc 4-stroke motocrosser out there.

Rewarding riders who really push the pace, the WP Suspension fitted on the Factory Edition models is set up firmer to favor aggressive riding. Up front, the WP XACT front forks feature a new hydrostop for improved bottoming resistance while the slightly slower rebound setting takes the sting out of heavy landings. At the rear, the WP XACT shock is all-new, better performing, and easily adjustable by hand for quick and easy trackside changes.

A 2023-model GASGAS MC 450F Factory Edition. Photo courtesy GASGAS.

Shared updates across both GASGAS Factory Edition models.

New generation frame – Hydroformed, laser cut, and robot welded, the new frame is as strong and as flexible as it gets. Super-stable at high speed without compromising things in the corners, the frame is finished with a tough, electronic red powder coating.

New aluminum subframe – Strong and light. Contributing to the overall handling of the Factory Edition bikes, the aluminum subframe is super reliable.

New die-cast swingarm – An improved casting process knocks off 190 grams when compared to the old swingarm. Still strong and designed to work with the flex of the new frame, the swingarm is complete with a new chain guide designed to prevent mud build-up and help maintain forward momentum in deeply rutted turns.

New bodywork and graphics – Fresh new plastics and the latest Red Bull/Troy Lee Designs/ GASGAS Factory Racing graphics sure look the business. But there’s a lot more to the updated bodywork as the contact areas for your knees are now larger, which allows riders to grip the bike more when getting on the gas.

Bigger fuel tank – If you’re competing in the pro ranks then you’ll enjoy the larger fuel tank as you can go the full distance with no fear of running out.

New footrest design – Mounted further inwards on the frame to help prevent them from catching on deep ruts or take offs when scrubbing, the new footrests feature a larger surface area to improve control in all conditions.

Updated suspension settings – With the WP forks set-up to maintain forward momentum after heavy landings and the all-new WP shock as good as rear suspension gets, attacking the track has never felt so good. Plus, both the forks and shock are adjustable by hand, for quick and easy set-up changes.

State-of-the-art electronics with Traction Control and Quickshifter – Helping to get the power down in slick conditions, Traction Control is essential for all hardpack tracks while the Quickshifter ensures super-smooth gear changes – even when wide open!

New map selector switch to engage mappings, launch control, traction control and quickshift – Easy to operate, even when riding, the handlebar-mounted Map Select Switch houses all the buttons to activate Launch Control, Traction Control, and the Quickshifter.

Lighter motors and new engine position – Low in weight and positioned to play a vital role in handling, the Factory Edition motors aren’t just fast, but they help each bike handle perfectly.

Redesigned 250 motor – All-new and designed for pro level racing, the 250cc 4-stroke motor may well be the best out there!

Updated 450 motor – Refined to be lower in weight and still produce copious amounts of power, the 450 motor is designed to centralize mass for perfect handling.

A 2023-model GASGAS MC 250F Factory Edition. Photo courtesy GASGAS.

Beyond the super-cool Troy Lee Designs/Red Bull/GASGAS Factory Racing graphics, the very best race-tested components have been fitted to both factory edition models. Every single part is designed to improve performance and durability while the latest in electronic wizardry allows riders to customize the power to suit their style.

Take a look at the full list of what’s included on both the GASGAS MC 450F Factory Edition and MC 250F Factory Edition motocross bikes, it’s seriously impressive…

Troy Lee Designs/Red Bull/GASGAS Factory Racing replica graphics from the 2023 season

Ribbed Factory Seat Cover

Factory Racing Triple Clamps (anodized red)

Factory Wheels (anodized black)

Dunlop tires

Black rear sprocket

Gold x-ring chain

Factory Start Device

Semi-Floating Front Brake Disc

Factory Racing Brake Disc Guard

2K Carbon Composite Skid Plate

Frame Protection Kit (red)

Hour meter with FI status LED and low fuel warning

Map Select Switch to control Launch Control, Traction Control, and Quickshift

Akrapovic “Slip-On Line” titanium exhaust system

Billet Hinson Outer Clutch Cover

Black Neken Fatbar with GASGAS bar pad

Softer ODI Lock-On Grips

Firmer suspension settings

Unlocking even more power from the new, more compact, and easier to work on motors is a lightweight Akrapovič Slip-On Line titanium exhaust system. Giving a significant boost to both torque and top speed, it’s the very latest offering from Akrapovič, which as well as improving performance, looks the absolute business.

Not only super-fast, but these new Factory Edition bikes also handle like a dream. Firmer settings on the WP XACT suspension encourage riders to attack the track and big jumps with full confidence, safe in the knowledge that heavy landings will be soaked up with no loss of forward momentum. Up front, red anodized Factory Racing Triple Clamps allow riders to customize the ergonomics, while soft ODI Lock-On grips improve comfort. A grippy, ribbed seat cover keeps riders where they want to be when getting on the gas.

Dunlop Geomax MX33 tires hook up in all conditions, and are fitted to our black Factory Wheels, which are rock solid and add to the real race bike flavor. We’ve bolted on a Semi-Floating Front Brake Disc, so you’ll never miss your line in the corners and protected it with a Factory Racing Brake Disc Guard for when things get wild in the first turn!

Finishing off both bikes in style is a long list of parts taken straight from our Technical Accessories range. From front to back, there’s a Factory Start Device, Neken handlebars, a 2K Carbon Composite Skid Plate, Hinson Clutch Cover, a red Frame Protection Kit, a black Rear Sprocket, and a gold x-ring chain. Finally, to make sure riders stay on top of servicing their bike, we’ve installed an Hour Meter to ensure no one ever loses track of just how many hours they’ve spent on this awesome bike.

For more information and to check out the full spec of both factory edition motocross bikes, head to GASGAS.com.

The MC 450F Factory Edition and MC 250F Factory Edition models will be available in all US based GASGAS dealerships in January 2023. European and all non-US customers will be able to get their hands on the MC 450F Factory Edition a couple of months later, in March. For full pricing details and more information, please visit your local GASGAS dealer.

December 2022

Magazine Issue

Trudy Ulrich

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December 1, 2022

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On the Front Cover: Spaniard Alex Rins (42) went on a season-ending streak, allowing Suzuki Motor Company to quit winners in a third time bailing out of premier-class World Championship road racing. Photo by DPPI Media.

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FEATURES

Inside Info: : BMW R 1250 RS Twin; Indian FTR R Carbon;
Hydrogen- Fueled, Battery-Electric, And Hybrid-Electric
Kawasakis; MV Superveloce Gets Wings; Suzuki GSX-8 and
V-Strom 800 776cc Twins, And More…

Historic Racebike Illustrations: Classic Engines IX, Racing 1970s

Intro: Upscale Yamaha MT-10 SP Is Worth The Wait

Interview: VR 46 Academy’s MotoGP World Champion
Francesco “Pecco” Bagnaia

Interview: Cam Beaubier Returns To Moto America

World Superbike: Gagne & Attack vs. The World! Part Two

Dunlop Q5 & Q5S Tire Intro at Buttonwillow Raceway Park

Editor’s Scrapbook: Wayne Rainey, Chuck Aksland, Wes Cooley
(R.I.P), Roberto Pietri, and Randy Renfrow (R.I.P) In The 1980s

Hanging With: Eric Lujan Of MotoGP Sponsor Craft 1861

Intro: Kawasaki Elektrode Electric Balance Bike For Kids

RACING

MotoGP: How Pecco Bagnaia Became World Champion

MotoGP Notes: Bagnaia’s Stats, Suzuki Says Farewell Again,
Uncini Retires As Safety Officer

World Superbike: Ducati Prodigal Son Bautista Is World Champion

World Superbike Notes: American Gerloff Ends Yamaha Tenure,
Ducati Wins Contructors’ Title, Bautista’s 2022 Season Stats

FIM Mini World Series: MotoAmerica Kids Race In Spain

MotoAmerica: Superbike Teams And Dunlop Test At
Buttonwillow, With Cam Beaubier On A BMW

COLUMNS

Letters To The Editor: Sorting Out MotoGP TV, Jessica Zalusky,
Cody Wyman Podcast, Two Guys At The 1983 GNF

10 Years Ago: 3-Time Superbike Champion Josh Hayes On The Cover,
Kawasaki Brings Back 636cc ZX-6R And Launches Ninja 300R

Racing, School, & Track Day Calendar: Where & When To Ride

The Crash Page: Steve Metz and Drew Jankord
in AHRMA Formula Thunder At Barber

New Products: Mat Oxley’s Awesome New Book;
Rev’It Load 22L H2O Backpack

Classified Ads/Advertiser Index

High Performance Parts & Services Directory

Chris Ulrich: Adventures Of An Ex-Racer: The Dunlop Q5 and Q5S Press Launch

AHRMA Seeking New Road Race Director

David Swarts

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December 1, 2022

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AHRMA Seeks Candidates for Road Race Director

(December 1, 2022, Knoxville, TN) AHRMA is looking for a dedicated Road Race Director to operate its successful national road racing series. This position is that of Program Manager, coordinating all aspects of the series and individual event planning, staffing, budget, and both race day and financial administration.

The schedule for the 2023 season has already been set and is visible at www.ahrma.org/schedules-results. A full array of experienced staff and the equipment needed to host these events is in place. The day-to-day manager to keep our series running smoothly during 2023 and beyond is what we seek. The successful candidate will be passionate about our sport, driven for success at every event, and able to enlist our team to peak performance.

The Road Race Director reports to AHRMA’s Executive Director. There are regular planning meetings with the Executive Director and Road Race Planning Committee for assistance, coordination with AHRMA strategies and other disciplines. The road race event staff report to the Road Race Director.

Familiarity with motorcycle racing, excellent communication skills, detail orientation, personnel management, contract negotiation, internal administration, and a high level of computer literacy are required. AHRMA regularly uses online tools (Google Meet and others) for video meetings, MotorsportReg.com for membership management / race registrations, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

This position can be performed remotely from anywhere in the USA, and travel is required to all road race events. Compensation is competitive for this role and will be commensurate with experience.

Information about our 30+ year old racing organization can be attained by viewing our website www.ahrma.org.

Deadline to apply is 12/23/2022. Applications will only be accepted through the “Road Race Director Application Submission Form” which is available here:

Submit Application/Resume Here

About AHRMA:

The American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association (AHRMA) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to competing on fantastic classic and true vintage along with a wide range of modern motorcycles. With about 3,300 members, AHRMA is the largest vintage racing group in North America and one of the biggest in the world. The association has grown steadily over the years, reflecting the increasing interest in classic bikes.

WorldSBK: Pata Renews Sponsorship With Yamaha

David Swarts

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December 1, 2022

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WorldSBK: Pata Renews Sponsorship With Yamaha

Yamaha Confirms Pata Partnership for Seventh WorldSBK Campaign

Yamaha Motor Europe is delighted to confirm that Pata Snack will extend their partnership for a seventh consecutive FIM Superbike World Championship season, after signing a new one-year contract, returning as title sponsors for the Yamaha WorldSBK Official Team while their logo will once again feature on Yamaha’s various WorldSBK and supporting class bikes.

Pata Snack has been a mainstay in the WorldSBK paddock for the best part of a decade now, and has partnered with Yamaha since the manufacturer returned to the championship in 2016. This new deal reflects Pata owner Remo Gobbi’s shared passion and dedication to motorcycle racing, and Yamaha is excited to continue this strong partnership for yet another season.

The artisan brand, founded in 1981, is one of the best known snack and crisp companies in Italy, and recently opened a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility at its factory in Castiglione delle Stiviere, Lombardy.

In 2021, Pata Snack celebrated their 40th anniversary in the best way possible as Yamaha claimed the ‘Triple Crown’, winning the riders’ title with Toprak Razgatlıoğlu, as well as the teams’ and manufacturers’ championships. After missing out on the title this year despite more victories, Yamaha, with Pata support, are already working hard to regain their world championship status in 2023.

Andrea Dosoli

Yamaha Motor Europe Road Racing Manager

“We are delighted that Pata Snack have remained committed to Yamaha’s efforts in the WorldSBK championship and the supporting classes for 2023. Since we announced our return to the championship seven years ago, Remo and Pata have always believed in our project and we have shared some incredible memories together, particularly over these last two years. Despite the difficulties caused by the high cost of energy, the fact that they will continue their support next year highlights their dedication to help Yamaha succeed once again. So thank you to them and we look forward to the coming season together.”

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

David Swarts

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December 1, 2022

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

The following track days, riding schools, and racing events are scheduled by organizations based in the United States and Canada during December 2022.

Motorcycle track days, riding schools, and races are posted under the Event Calendar tab on the home page of this website, or you can access the Event Calendar for December 2022 directly by clicking HERE.

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

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

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

12/2 Apex Assassins Track Days, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, Desert Center, CA

12/2 Penguin Riding School, Homestead-Miami Speedway, Homestead, FL

12/2 Rich Oliver’s Mystery School (Dirt Track School), Prather, CA (Private Training Day)

12/3 SoCal Supermoto School, Adams Motorsport Park, Riverside, CA

12/3-4 CCS Florida Roadracing Championship Series, Homestead-Miami Speedway, Homestead, FL

12/3-4 Cornerspin School: Roadracing In The Dirt (Dirt Track School), Cornerspin Facility, Spencer, NC

12/3-4 CVMA 2022-2023 Winter Series, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, Desert Center, CA

12/3-4 Rich Oliver’s Mystery School (Dirt Track School), Prather, CA (Fun Camp)

12/3-4 Sportbike Track Time Track Days, Jennings GP, Jennings, FL

12/4 Superbike-Coach Corp. (Schools), Little 99 Raceway, Stockton, CA

12/6-7 Rich Oliver’s Mystery School (Dirt Track School), Prather, CA (POST Motorcycle Officer Update Course)

12/9 2 Wheels Track Days, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, Desert Center, CA

12/10 Rich Oliver’s Mystery School (Dirt Track School), Prather, CA (Learn To Ride Off-Road Course)

12/10 SoCal Supermoto School, Adams Motorsport Park, Riverside, CA

12/10-11 Yamaha Champions Riding School, Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Las Vegas, NV

12/10-12 Jennings GP Track Days & Novice Schools, Jennings GP, Jennings, FL

12/11 DRRO Track Days And Road Race School, Arizona Motorsports Park, Litchfield Park, AZ

12/11 Rich Oliver’s Mystery School (Dirt Track School), Prather, CA (Off-Road Challenge Course)

12/11 Superbike-Coach Corp. (Schools), Little 99 Raceway, Stockton, CA

12/17 SoCal Supermoto School, Adams Motorsport Park, Riverside, CA

12/17-18 Ed Bargy Advanced Riding and Racing School, Roebling Road Raceway, Bloomingdale, GA

12/17-18 Racers Edge Track Days and Private Coaching Days, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, Desert Center, CA

12/17-18 SoCal Track Days, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, Desert Center, CA

12/17-19 JP43 Training School, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway, Desert Center, CA

12/18 XCEL Trackdays Track Days, Arizona Motorsports Park, Litchfield Park, AZ

12/19 SoCal Supermoto School, Adams Motorsport Park, Riverside, CA

MotoAmerica: Who Will Ride For Ducati In 2023?

David Swarts

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November 30, 2022

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MotoAmerica: Who Will Ride For Ducati In 2023?

Last week, it was announced that former MotoGP regular Danilo Petrucci decided not to return to the MotoAmerica Superbike Championship with Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati NYC and will instead try his luck in the Superbike World Championship with Barni Spark Racing Ducati.

Considering the Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati NYC Panigale V4 R was Petrucci’s in 2023 if he wanted it, now team leaders and Ducati need to decide who will replace the Italian rider. Here is a list of some possible candidates.

Josh Herrin

The list of candidates likely starts with 32-year-old Josh Herrin, who not only won the 2022 MotoAmerica Supersport Championship for Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati NYC and is already under contract to the team but he has previously won the MotoAmerica/AMA Superbike Championship in 2013. Herrin knows the team, the tracks, the tires, and the competition, but the Panigale V4 R Superbike is different than the Panigale V2 Supersport machine.

Cameron Beaubier

As of post time, five-time MotoAmerica Superbike Champion Cameron Beaubier is still an unsigned free agent. Beaubier, age 29, tested a Tytlers Cycle Racing BMW M 1000 RR Superbike at Buttonwillow in mid-November, turned competitive lap times, and said he and the team were moving in the same direction for the future, but it’s possible that Beaubier could be lured away at the last minute to ride for Ducati.

Hector Barbera

If Beaubier elects to go with Tytlers Cycle Racing BMW, that would mean 36-year-old Spaniard Hector Barbera, who rode for the BMW team in 2022, would likely be off the team. A longtime MotoGP racer, Barbera has already proven he can compete for podium finishes in MotoAmerica Superbike while on private teams’ Superbikes, so it would be interesting to see what he could do on a factory-supported Ducati.

Kyle Wyman

Another proven MotoAmerica Superbike podium finisher and one with recent Ducati Panigale V4 R experience is 32-year-old Kyle Wyman. While Wyman’s current employer Harley-Davidson would likely consider letting him race a Ducati in MotoAmerica Superbike it’s not clear if Ducati would allow Wyman to continue racing a Harley-Davidson in MotoAmerica King Of The Baggers. And that could be a deal breaker.

Lorenzo Zanetti

Lorenzo Zanetti was the first person to race Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati NYC’s Panigale V4 R Superbike and the 35-year-old Italian won a MotoAmerica Superbike race at Indianapolis in 2020, giving the team its maiden Superbike victory and Ducati’s first Superbike win in the U.S. since 2010. Since then, Zanetti has been racing and winning on a Broncos Racing Ducati in the CIV (Italian) Superbike Championship.

Michele Pirro

Italian Michele Pirro, age 36, is a six-time and reigning CIV (Italian) Superbike Champion on his Barni Racing Ducati and often races as a wild card in the MotoGP and Superbike World Championships. So, he’s well qualified for the job, but he also has a job as a test rider for Ducati’s highly successful MotoGP program and racing full-time in America might complicate things.

Chaz Davies

Although he officially retired at the end of the 2021 Superbike World Championship, 35-year-old Chaz Davies hasn’t stepped completely away from racing and took part in some FIM Endurance World Championship rounds in 2022. Before that, he won 32 World Superbike races, including 28 during his eight years with Ducati. And before that, the Welshman raced multiple seasons in the U.S., winning the 2008 Daytona 200. Although Davies is currently working as a rider coach with Aruba.it Racing Ducati and helped Alvaro Bautista win the 2022 Superbike World Champion, Ducati may be able to convince him to return to racing in America.

Xavi Fores

Xavi Fores is a 37-year-old Spaniard who currently races for Ducati’s official team in the Endurance World Championship and has served as a substitute rider for two different World Superbike teams in 2022, including doing the final three rounds with Barni Spark Racing Team. He also has experience in the MotoE World Cup and British Superbike Championship and could be considered another good candidate for the Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati NYC team.

WorldSBK: BSB Champ Ray Joins Yamaha Motoxracing

David Swarts

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November 30, 2022

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WorldSBK: BSB Champ Ray Joins Yamaha Motoxracing

Bradley Ray to Join Yamaha Motoxracing WorldSBK Team for 2023

Yamaha Motor Europe is excited to announce that British Superbike Champion Bradley Ray will join the FIM Superbike World Championship grid in 2023, racing a Yamaha R1 during the European rounds for the Yamaha Motoxracing WorldSBK Team.

After a stellar title-winning BSB season that included nine wins and 23 podiums, Ray will now have the opportunity to show his talents on the world stage, with the British rider’s campaign set to begin at the championship’s third round at Assen.

Ray enjoyed an impressive junior career, both nationally and internationally, finishing seventh overall as a 15-year-old in the 2012 Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup, while he took his maiden victory in the championship the following year. In 2014, he finished fourth in the final standings, faring well against the likes of MotoGP’s Jorge Martin and Joan Mir, as well as Yamaha’s 2021 WorldSBK champion Toprak Razgatlıoğlu.

Following several strong performances in Europe, Ray focused his attention back on national racing in 2016, and quickly established himself as a title challenger in the British Supersport Championship. On board a Yamaha R6, the youngster ended his rookie campaign third in the final standings, earning him a step-up to the British Superbike category for the following season.

In that maiden year, Ray was a regular top 10 finisher and scored a first podium at Oulton Park, placing an impressive 11th in the final standings. With experience behind him, Ray enjoyed an explosive start to the 2018 season, winning the opening two races at Donington Park, before going on to break into the Championship Showdown, eventually finishing sixth overall.

More podiums followed over the 2019, 2020 and 2021 seasons, but it wasn’t until this season – racing a Yamaha R1 bike for the first time – where Ray could extract his full potential. The 25-year-old never finished a race outside the top six when he reached the chequered flag and wrapped up the title at the Brands Hatch finale.

It won’t be the first time that Ray has contested the WorldSBK championship, with the Kent-born racer scoring points as a wildcard at the 2018 Donington round, but he now has the chance to challenge for strong results on championship-winning machinery with the Yamaha Motoxracing WorldSBK Team.

Bradley Ray

Yamaha Motoxracing WorldSBK Team

“After what’s been an incredible debut year with Yamaha in the UK delivering nine wins and 23 podiums in part one of my career quest to become British Superbike Champion, I’m absolutely delighted that Yamaha have rewarded me with this opportunity to take the next step with the Yamaha Motoxracing WorldSBK Team. I’ve dreamed of being World Superbike Champion since my race debut at three years old and I’m only too aware that it wouldn’t be possible without the support of a manufacturer like Yamaha and the team I have around me. I’m very keen to get started in WorldSBK and hope to follow in the footsteps of many of the successful Brits in the championship. It’s time to take aim for that next title, step by step!”

Andrea Dosoli

Yamaha Motor Europe Road Racing Manager

“Yamaha is fully committed to giving our riders from the national championships the opportunity to race on the world championship stage. After an incredible first season on the R1 in British Superbikes, Bradley has shown that he fully deserves his spot on the WorldSBK grid in 2023. We’ve seen over the years that he has fantastic race craft and consistency that allowed him to win the title this year. We are sure that he will be able to adapt quickly, as he has been able to throughout his career so far. The Yamaha Motoxracing WorldSBK Team are sure to give him the best possible chance to challenge for strong results.”

KTM Updates 890 Adventure

David Swarts

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November 29, 2022

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DO YOU DARE? BRUSH AWAY LIMITS WITH THE 2023 KTM LC8 AND LC8C ADVENTURE RANGE

MURRIETA, Calif. – KTM has furthered the possibilities of the Travel and Adventure motorcycle segment with its sharp 2023 LC8 and LC8c ADVENTURE range. Joining the recently-unveiled 2023 KTM 890 ADVENTURE R is the new KTM 890 ADVENTURE, the bike that has made any trail, any trip, any road, or any distance an exercise of ease with just the right amount of adrenaline—thanks to unbeatable power, weight, agility, and specification—is now even better.

A 2023-model KTM 890 Adventure. Photo by Kiska, courtesy KTM.

The KTM 890 ADVENTURE has been crafted as the ultimate master of all conditions and distances. The raspy and responsive LC8 engine puts surroundings into motion, but the ride-by-wire delivered power is as assuring as it is thrilling, controllable as it can be wild, stable as it is spectacular. A low center of gravity with the 5.3-gallon (20-liter) fuel tank design pushes the slim form of the KTM 890 ADVENTURE to the forefront and accentuates the ergonomics in both sitting and standing positions. The robust steel subframe means that the heaviest of pillions and packages are a breeze.

So, how can the best be made better? Well, KTM has put the bike into a 360 analytical spin and have pinpointed several ways in which the rider’s time in the saddle can be even more enjoyable and, just as important, unrestrained.

For 2023, one of the most significant changes has been made to the front mask between the head of the bike and the fuel tank. A connected fairing section offers improved protection from the elements while spending long stretches in the saddle, and it is now further reinforced to offer more security and more load-bearing capability for larger GPS devices. Further along, the KTM 890 ADVENTURE has wider panels on the tank and side panels to give the seat protection against unwanted bumps or scrapes.

For handling road and off-road duty with equal adeptness, reworked WP APEX 43 mm front forks now come with adjustment for rebound and compression, accessible from the top caps. The APEX shock, engineered and slotted into the bike to minimize height, has new settings orientated for the demands of adventure riding.

The use of a new 9.3 mp ABS unit feeds from the 6D sensor to enable full braking power in a range of scenarios. The improved ABS is synced with the ride modes, allowing OFFROAD ABS (maximizing braking control through disengagement on the rear wheel and lowered intervention on the front) to be activated automatically in OFFROAD or RALLY mode. The KTM 890 ADVENTURE can be clicked into STREET, OFFROAD, RAIN and an optional RALLY mode to adjust engine and traction control character. An innovative DEMO setting gifts the rider the chance to try the full gamut of optional Rider Aids for the first 1,500 km before deciding whether to purchase and keep them permanently.

KTM has streamlined the ride due to a new, higher screen that offers increased wind protection and is inspired by the product used on the KTM 450 RALLY. They have also packed more comfort into the 2-part seat with a new soft foam structure and a slimmer front fender for superior aerodynamics and rain protection.

The overhauled 5” TFT display draws particular attention, not only for the revised hardware (bonded mineral glass for extra scratch and glare resistance) but the redesigned software system of menus and infographics that make alterations to the behavior of the KTM 890 ADVENTURE even simpler. The backlight changes intensity as it reacts to the environment and better synchronicity between the TFT and the KTMconnect App means seeing Turn-by-Turn+ navigation directions, listening to audio and taking calls has never been easier or more intuitive. A 2023 feature now enables riders to list their ‘top-10’ calls by the last ones made or favorites list and is another added convenience of the advanced setup. The Turn-by-Turn+ empowers the rider to add extra customization to their navigation details on the go and from the bike’s TFT menu without having to stop and fish around for their mobile device.

The updated cockpit on the 2023 KTM 890 Adventure. Photo by Kiska, courtesy KTM.

Sportier graphics and more dynamic looks (the plastics are color injected and using in-mold decals where possible for extra resistance, as seen on the KTM off-road bikes) comes with other, practical additions such as the new aluminum engine and tank protector. Other additions include a handlebar switch with hazard warning, different tires for off-road emphasis thanks to PIRELLI SCORPION STRs and LED indicators.

2023 KTM 890 ADVENTURE Highlights:

Upgraded ergonomics and bodywork for more protective and comfortable riding

Low weight, proven race-derived chassis for perfect performance yet practical compromise

Revised WP Suspension settings and adjusters for more response and adaptability

Optimized travel ‘friendliness’ with better TFT menus, App options, reworked Ride Modes, higher screen and more versatile and comfortable 2-piece seat

More off-road orientated tires with PIRELLI SCORPION STRs

Two fresh color options and new racier graphics set

The 2023 KTM 890 ADVENTURE R was launched in September at the 2022 KTM Adventure Rider Rally in Tamarack, Idaho, the perfect backdrop to showcase the most extreme Adventure motorcycle in KTM’s arsenal. Featuring many of the same updates as the new KTM 890 ADVENTURE but with even more hyper-focused offroad attributes, there’s one more update to share for the “R” model. The 2023 KTM 890 ADVENTURE R will now be fitted with new Mitas ENDURO TRAIL+ tires, selected to deliver offroad-focused performance and thoroughly tested by offroad legends Quinn Cody and Chris Birch.

These two new middleweight Adventure machines join the flagship 2023 KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE R and KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S to comprise nothing less than the most exhilarating and capable range of 2-cylinder Adventure motorcycles on the market. Both the LC8, 1,301 cc powered KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE R and KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S were completely redesigned in 2022 – the former being the most offroad capable, large-displacement machine available and the latter being the sportiest Adventure street motorcycle conceivable.

Kitting out your KTM ADVENTURE is a breeze with KTM PowerParts. Extra protective components, luggage racks and units, GPS and smartphone brackets, heated grips, different seats, and headlight kits, are just some of the optional additions.

The KTM LC8 and LC8c ADVENTURE range will begin shipping to authorized KTM dealers from December onward.

MRA Celebrates Its 2022 Champions

December 4, 2022

MRA’s top-10 overall finishers in attendance (from left): Mike Applegate and his son Jake, James Wilkerson, Jared Dear, Ken Yee, Kevin Madden, Cameron Lee, Daniel Spurlock, and Justen Behmer. The top-10 plaques were handcrafted and donated by Gus Paw Creations/Chris Nami. Photo by Bob Hasenhundl, courtesy MRA.