The following updated schedule was issued shortly after 1:00 p.m. local time Saturday at Daytona International Speedway.
The day’s scheduled on-track events have been disrupted by rain during the morning, but the weather forecast for the remainder of the day should allow racing.
Unfortunately, RSD Super Hooligan Race Two has been cancelled.
Progressive IMS Outdoors Launches “Let’s Hit The Road” Ticket Sweepstakes
Enter to win the ultimate powersports weekend at Progressive IMS Outdoors, plus the opportunity to take home prizes from Bell Helmets, Break Free Tech, Dunlop, EyeLights, Heroic Racing, Scott USA, and Spectro Oils.
Tour-wide ticket sales go live on March 24, 2022.
Santa Monica, Calif. (March 18, 2022) – Progressive IMS Outdoors, the nation’s leading powersports tour connecting enthusiasts with industry-leading brands, today announced Let’s Hit The Road, a sweepstakes designed to celebrate the tour’s return to an outdoor series in its sophomore season.
One lucky winner will be the recipient of the grand prize package that includes four tickets to spend a weekend at Progressive IMS Outdoors in a city of their choice, in addition to highly sought-after tech and gear products that complement the powersports lifestyle, collectively valuing over $3,000. The sweepstakes is made possible by sponsors Bell Helmets, Break Free Tech, Dunlop, EyeLights, Heroic Racing, Scott USA, and Spectro Oils.
Entries for the Let’s Hit The Road sweepstakes opens on Friday, March 18 and the winner will be selected and notified on Thursday, March 24, when 2022 tour ticket sales go live. Register here for a chance to win the grand prize detailed below:
Grand Prize Package:
Four tickets to a 2022 Progressive IMS Outdoors event
Four Progressive IMS Outdoors souvenir tees
Camping spot for up to three nights at Progressive IMS Outdoors
Event food and beverage vouchers
Scott USA Goggles and prize pack
Heroic Racing Hoodie
Break Free Light
EyeRide Head Up Display
A set of Dunlop motorcycle tires
Bell Helmets – Race Star DLX Matte Carbon helmet
Spectro Oils prize pack
Visit www.continuetheride.com/sweepstakes to enter today for a chance to win the grand prize and secure your 2022 Progressive IMS Outdoors ticket at www.motorcycleshows.com when sales go live on March 24. The official 2022 tour dates and locations can be found below, including the Atlanta venue reveal.
Colorado
June 17-19, 2022
The Ranch Events Complex, Loveland, CO
Chicago
June 24-26, 2022
Goebbert’s Farm, Pingree Grove, IL
Pennsylvania
September 16-18, 2022
Carlisle Fairgrounds, Carlisle, PA
New York
September 23-25, 2022
Nassau Coliseum, Uniondale, NY
Atlanta
September 30-October 2, 2022
Atlanta Motor Speedway, Hampton, GA
Northern California
October 21-23, 2022
San Mateo County Event Center, San Mateo, CA
Arizona
October 28-30, 2022
Westworld of Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ
Southern California
November 4-6, 2022
OC Fair & Event Center, Costa Mesa, CA
Connect with IMS (#RidersUnite and #IMSOutdoors):
About Progressive IMS Outdoors (www.motorcycleshows.com)
Progressive IMS Outdoors is an evolution of the Progressive® International Motorcycle Shows® tour’s nearly 40-year stint that not only transitions IMS from the traditional convention center setup to a new open outdoor experience but also creates a festival-like atmosphere that promotes enthusiasts of all ages and levels to come together to better engage with products, each other, and the industry. While continuing its presence as the nation’s largest consumer motorcycle tour, Progressive IMS Outdoors supports the growth of the Powersports community by offering a unique experience for consumers and the industry alike. IMS Outdoors is organized by Informa Markets, a division within Informa PLC, a leading B2B information services group and the largest B2B Events organizer in the world. To learn more and for the latest news and information, visit www.informa.com.
About Informa Markets
Informa Markets creates platforms for industries and specialist markets to trade, innovate and grow. Our portfolio comprises more than 550 international B2B events and brands in markets including Engineering, Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals, Infrastructure, Construction & Real Estate, Fashion & Apparel, Hospitality, Food & Beverage, and Health & Nutrition, among others. We provide customers and partners around the globe with opportunities to engage, experience and do business through face-to-face exhibitions, specialist digital content and actionable data solutions. As the world’s leading exhibitions organizer, we bring a diverse range of specialist markets to life, unlocking opportunities and helping them to thrive 365 days of the year. For more information, please visit www.informamarkets.com.
Aprilia Becomes Official Partner With MotoAmerica For 2022
Italian Motorcycle Manufacturer Synonymous With Racing Will Defend Its 2021
Twins Cup Championship With Aprilia RS 660
IRVINE, CA (March 12, 2022) – MotoAmerica, North America’s premier motorcycle road racing series, is proud to announce that Aprilia will be an official partner of the 2022 Auto Parts 4 Less MotoAmerica Championship.
Aprilia, which is headquartered in Noale, Italy, is a manufacturer that holds 54 World titles (38 in GP, seven in World Superbike, and nine in off-road disciplines). Aprilia produces four sportbike models (RS 660, Tuono 660, RSV4, Tuono V4) and an adventure bike (Tuareg 660). The company races worldwide, including in MotoGP with its RS-GP.
In its debut season in the MotoAmerica series, Aprilia and its RS 660 won the 2021 MotoAmerica Twins Cup Championship with Robem Engineering’s Kaleb De Keyrel winning five races en route to the title. In total, Aprilia RS 660 racers won 10 of the 14 Twins Cup races in 2021.
“Aprilia had a great debut season with its RS 660 in the MotoAmerica Twins Cup Championship and it’s nice to see them come in as a series partner for 2022,” said MotoAmerica COO Chuck Aksland. “Twins Cup has quickly become one of our most competitive classes and something we know Aprilia takes very seriously. We look forward to a great championship in 2022 and we’re sure Aprilia will again be battling for the championship.”
“When we announced the Aprilia RS 660, we knew we had to go racing in MotoAmerica in Twins Cup,” said Marco d’Acunzo, President and CEO of Piaggio Group Americas. “Racing is in the Aprilia DNA, and we want to support the growth of Moto America, becoming a partner and promoting it through all our physical and digital channels. In 2021 we had a fantastic season, in 2022 we want to replicate it and we look forward to seeing many new faces racing this championship-winning motorcycle.”
The 2022 MotoAmerica Twins Cup Championship gets started with two races at Daytona International Speedway, March 10-12.
About MotoAmerica
MotoAmerica is the North American road racing series created in 2014 that is home to the AMA Superbike Championship. MotoAmerica is an affiliate of KRAVE Group LLC, a partnership that includes 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 on MotoAmerica, visit www.MotoAmerica.com. Also make sure to follow MotoAmerica on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
Saturday’s Mission Volusia Half-Mile Cancelled Due to Inclement Weather
DE LEON SPRINGS, Fla. (March 12, 2021) – Following last night’s season opening race at Volusia Speedway Park, the 2022 Mission Volusia Half-Mile I presented by Daytona Dodge rescheduled for today, Saturday, March 12, has been cancelled due to inclement weather.
Fans who have purchased tickets may receive a credit to be used for any race promoted by AFT Events within the 2022 calendar year – including the season finale Mission Volusia Half-Mile – or a refund for the cancelled event. Customers who have purchased advance tickets will be contacted directly by AFT Events with further information.
Progressive AFT will continue its season next weekend with the Mission Texas Half-Mile presented by Roof Systems in Fort Worth, TX on Saturday, March 19 at Texas Motor Speedway.
On-track activities at the MotoAmerica Daytona 200 event at Daytona International Speedway were halted at approximately 8:30 a.m. local time Saturday morning when rain began to fall at the track.
As of 11:00 a.m. local time, the rain was ending and preparations were being made to go racing with a revised schedule. See the most recent revised schedule below.
Bauman Leads Three-Brand Podium in ‘22 Progressive AFT Opener at Volusia HM II
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – The 2022 Progressive American Flat Track season promised a new era of increased brand parity and – at least on its opening night with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile II presented by Daytona Dodge at Volusia Speedway Park – it certainly delivered.
While the virtuoso performance for victory on the part of 2019 and 2020 Mission SuperTwins presented by S&S Cycle champion Briar Bauman (No. 3 Indian Motorcycle/Progressive Insurance FTR750) was nothing new, the finishing order behind him provided some fresh storylines.
As Bauman went relatively unchallenged cruising to his 20th career premier-class victory, an intense battle for runner-up honors was waged by Bronson Bauman (No. 37 Latus Motors Racing Harley-Davidson XG750R) and JD Beach (No. 95 Estenson Racing Yamaha MT-07 DT).
The younger Bauman made an early-race charge to climb into second position but was reeled back in by Beach as the laps ticked away. Catching Bauman proved far easier than overhauling him, however; Beach was foiled in every attempt and ultimately relegated to third to complete the Indian-Harley-Yamaha podium.
“We worked pretty hard this offseason,” Briar Bauman said. “Honestly, last year kind of gave me a perspective that I need to appreciate this a little bit more because it can be taken away really quickly. I’m proud of Indian Motorcycle for chipping away this offseason and finding a happy medium. Thanks to Indian Motorcycle for giving me a great motorcycle.”
The brand parity that was featured on the podium was reflected deeper down the order as well.
Much-heralded Mission SuperTwins rookie Dallas Daniels (No. 32 Estenson Racing Yamaha MT-07 DT) opened his premier-class career with an outstanding fourth after winning his Semi earlier in the evening. He was followed home by reigning champion Jared Mees (No. 1 Indian Motorcycle/Progressive Insurance FTR750) and ‘21’s third-ranked rider, Brandon Robinson (No. 44 Mission Foods/Roof Systems Indian FTR750).
All three of them had to work hard to fend off the support class stars who advanced to the Main via the newly introduced Mission Production Twins Challenge. Jesse Janisch (No. 33 Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson XG750R) even showed a wheel for third at one point before finally taking a still eye-opening seventh with fellow ‘Challenger’ Dan Bromley (No. 62 Vinson Construction/Viper Air Yamaha MT-07) right on his heels in eighth.
Behind them were a pair of regular Mission SuperTwins frontrunners, Jarod Vanderkooi (No. 20 Mission Foods/Roof Systems Indian FTR750) and Brandon Price (No. 92 Briggsauto.com/Martin Trucking Indian FTR750) to complete the new-look top ten.
Mission Production Twins presented by Vance & Hines
Even with the deepest field in its short history, the Mission Production Twins presented by Vance & Hines class proved it’s still more than capable of serving up a surprise along with its trademark drama.
Nick Armstrong (No. 60 Competitive Racing Frames/Lessley Brothers Yamaha MT-07) – the class’ 17th ranked rider a year ago – appeared to be settling into a mid-pack ride… at least until he found a low line he could make work seriously in his favor.
Meanwhile, established Mission Production Twins powers Dan Bromley (No. 62 Vinson Construction/Viper Air Yamaha MT-07) and Jesse Janisch (No. 33 Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson XG750R) were embroiled in a breakaway battle for first. However, their gap to the pack was short-lived, being completely eaten up and spit out the other side by the charging Armstrong who blasted his way up from sixth and into first in a shockingly brief span.
Armstrong continued to leave the field in his wake for several laps. However, the race for the season’s first checkered flag wouldn’t be decided quite that easily. Bromley, who had been displaced by Janisch as well, learned his lesson and clawed his way back into contention after swapping his high line for Armstrong’s lower approach.
Bromley closed in on Armstrong’s rear wheel as the white flag flew. He then attempted to execute an under/over maneuver, but his bid for victory came up 0.102 seconds short at the stripe.
The upset triumph was the first of Armstrong’s Mission Production Twins career, and his first in any category since claiming a pair of GNC2 wins back in 2015.
“That race seemed to take forever,” Armstrong said. “To be honest, I never looked back. I didn’t even know Dan was there. I figured someone had to be there, but I just didn’t look back. This win means everything to me. I put everything I have into this, and it means a lot.”
Janisch carried his strong late ‘21 form over into the opener to round out the podium. It was the sixth time in seven races he’s finished in the top three since getting the call to compete by Vance & Hines just ahead of last year’s Peoria TT.
Despite still recovering from the broken leg he suffered in last year’s finale, Kolby Carlile (No. 36 KC36 Las Vegas Harley-Davidson XG750R) came home fourth with Johnny Lewis (No. 10 Moto Anatomy X Powered by Royal Enfield 650) making it three different makes in the top five aboard the factory Royal Enfield machine.
Parts Unlimited AFT Singles presented by KICKER
It’s often said a rider takes the biggest leap of their career in the offseason between their rookie and sophomore campaigns. If the prospect of that improvement was scary for Kody Kopp’s (No. 12 Red Bull KTM Factory Racing 450 SX-FFE) rivals following his standout 2021 Rookie of the Year performance, the reality turned out to be that much more frightening.
Kopp was in dominant form all evening long. The 17-year-old topped the final Parts Unlimited AFT Singles presented by KICKER qualifying session and then proceeded to win both his Semi and the inaugural four-lap Al Lamb’s Dallas Honda Singles Challenge.
Even with that advance warning, a deep field of challengers had no answer come the Main Event. Kopp took control of the race following an opening-turn melee and went about assembling a three-plus second lead at the front, with only teammate and back-to-back class championship runner-up Max Whale (No. 18 Red Bull KTM Factory Racing 450 SX-FFE) managing to even keep him in sight.
The field was then gifted another shot at Kopp when a red flag flew as a result of a clash between hugely impressive rookies Chase Saathoff (No. 106 American Honda/Progressive Insurance CRF450R) and Tyler Scott (No. 170 Briggsauto.com/Martin Trucking KTM 450 SX-F) that left Saathoff on the deck.
Ultimately, that reset did nothing but provide Kopp another opportunity to demonstrate his superiority on the night, as he again escaped en route to a 2.563-second margin of victory.
“I couldn’t ask for a better way to start the season,” Kopp said. “I’m just glad my family is here to share it with me. It’s amazing. I worked all my amateur career and all last year for this, and we finally got it.”
Whale came home second with 2019 class champ Dalton Gauthier (No. 79 American Honda/Progressive Insurance CRF450R) another second-and-a-half back in third.
Trent Lowe (No. 48 Mission Foods/Al Lamb’s Dallas Honda CRF450R) and Morgen Mischler (No. 13 American Honda/Progressive Insurance CRF450R) rounded out the top five.
Aiden RoosEvans (No. 26 Southern Illinois Motorsports Honda CRF450R) took sixth, while 16-year-old Saathoff raced all the way back up to seventh after lining up at the back of the pack for the restart.
The Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II will premiere in back-to-back one-hour telecasts on FS1 on Sunday, March 20, starting at 11:00 a.m. ET/8:00 a.m. PT., including exclusive features, cutting-edge aerial drone and onboard footage, and expert commentary.
Next Up:
Progressive AFT’s Daytona Bike Week season-opening doubleheader concludes with tomorrow’s rescheduled Mission Volusia Half-Mile I presented by Daytona Dodge. You can purchase your tickets online now at https://store.americanflattrack.com/ebooking/ticket/view/id/3666/.
For those viewing from home, you can catch the livestream free via Facebook up until Opening Ceremonies. Fans can then purchase access to watch Opening Ceremonies, Semis, Main Events, and podium celebrations via Facebook Paid Online Events for $3.99 if purchased 24 hours or more in advance, or $4.99 if purchased on the day of the event.
For more information on Progressive AFT visit https://www.americanflattrack.com.
To score the latest gear for the Progressive American Flat Track fan, visit our official merchandise store at https://store.americanflattrack.com.
How to Watch:
FOX Sports and Facebook are the official homes for coverage of Progressive American Flat Track. For the 2022 season, all 18 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. Viewers can watch livestream coverage of every round in the Facebook mobile app, Facebook desktop site or on the Facebook Watch mobile app. To watch the livestream on TV, fans can download the Facebook Watch TV app, or cast to a TV from the Facebook mobile app. Facebook Watch is available through Apple TV, Samsung Smart TV, Amazon Fire TV, Chromecast, and Xbox One.
Rise Moto Steps up to Offer MotoAmerica Mini Cup by Motul Prizes
Rise Moto has announced the season prizes for the new GP-2 190 class in the 2022 MotoAmerica Mini Cup by Motul Championship.
The winner of the Mini Cup GP-2 190 class for the 2022 season will receive a full scholarship to compete in the 2023 North America Talent Cup (NATC). They will receive a motorcycle to use and all of their entry fees will be covered by Rise Moto. The second-place finisher will have their 2023 season entry fees into the NATC covered by Rise Moto. The third-place finisher will have a guaranteed spot into the NATC and their season deposit will be waived.
The Ohvale GP-2 is the newest offering from Ohvale. The GP-2 utilizes the same 190cc Daytona engine but features a fully revised and larger chassis/cockpit along with 12” wheels. The GP-2 is the new benchmark for professional road racers to train and for youth road racers looking to make the next step up from the Ohvale GP-0 110/160 before getting onto big tracks. As restrictions grow for youth riders on large tracks around the world, the GP-2 is the perfect bike for kids to continue to grow as riders while waiting to tackle full size race tracks on full size motorcycles.
The all-new North America Talent Cup (NATC) will have its inaugural season in 2022, with the goal of giving riders from North America and its immediate neighbors a new opportunity to further their careers and follow their dream of being a world-class motorcycle racer. The NATC aims to become the perfect stepping stone between lower level regional championships and the FIM CEV Repsol, Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup, and/or the MotoAmerica championship series.
For more information on Ohvale’s line of motorcycles, visit www.risemoto.com and for more information on the North America Talent Cup, visit www.northamericatalentcup.com.
The 2022 AMA MotoAmerica Mini Cup by Motul Series
June 3-5 – Road America, Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin
June 24-26 – Ridge Motorsports Park, Shelton, Washington
August 12-14 – Pittsburgh International Race Complex, Wampum, Pennsylvania
September 23-25 – Barber Motorsports Park, Birmingham, Alabama
CRA 2022 SEASON UPDATE
Due to a change in circumstances, California RoadRace Association (CRA) is rescheduling Round 3 of competition which was originally scheduled for July 29-July 31, 2022 at Willow Springs International Raceway. Round 3 will now be held on July 23-July 24, 2022 at our home track Buttonwillow Raceway Park (“BRP”).
“We would like to thank Les Phillips and Carrie Hester for allowing us to host a third round at home,” said CRA Co-Founder Daniel Mole.
Race configuration 1 CW will be utilized to ensure a different track layout every time we set foot at BRP.
With the possibility of the new track at BRP being completed by the third quarter of 2022, there may be a chance we can add several more rounds to our 2022 schedule.
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: Riderz Law, Feel Like a Pro, CTML Consultants, Motorsport Exotica, VnM Sport, Track Daz, Let’s Ride Track Days, Carters @ the Track, Fun Track Dayz, 61 DTC (Pirelli), Racers Edge Performance (Dunlop), Blood x Sweat x Tears Vodka, Fosters Freeze (Sanger, CA), Blud Lubricants, Bellissimoto, AZAD Wheels, Action Sports Canopies, Boxo USA, Captit Performance, ASV, KYT Helmets, Thermal Technology, Suspension Matters, #376 Design, Cinepixel Productions, The Heights Restaurant & Bar, ChaChaCha Motorsports, Maria Cid Insurance Agency, 844-MY-MOTOW.
The following updated schedule was issued shortly after 1:00 p.m. local time Saturday at Daytona International Speedway.
The day’s scheduled on-track events have been disrupted by rain during the morning, but the weather forecast for the remainder of the day should allow racing.
Unfortunately, RSD Super Hooligan Race Two has been cancelled.
Progressive IMS Outdoors Launches “Let’s Hit The Road” Ticket Sweepstakes
Enter to win the ultimate powersports weekend at Progressive IMS Outdoors, plus the opportunity to take home prizes from Bell Helmets, Break Free Tech, Dunlop, EyeLights, Heroic Racing, Scott USA, and Spectro Oils.
Tour-wide ticket sales go live on March 24, 2022.
Santa Monica, Calif. (March 18, 2022) – Progressive IMS Outdoors, the nation’s leading powersports tour connecting enthusiasts with industry-leading brands, today announced Let’s Hit The Road, a sweepstakes designed to celebrate the tour’s return to an outdoor series in its sophomore season.
One lucky winner will be the recipient of the grand prize package that includes four tickets to spend a weekend at Progressive IMS Outdoors in a city of their choice, in addition to highly sought-after tech and gear products that complement the powersports lifestyle, collectively valuing over $3,000. The sweepstakes is made possible by sponsors Bell Helmets, Break Free Tech, Dunlop, EyeLights, Heroic Racing, Scott USA, and Spectro Oils.
Entries for the Let’s Hit The Road sweepstakes opens on Friday, March 18 and the winner will be selected and notified on Thursday, March 24, when 2022 tour ticket sales go live. Register here for a chance to win the grand prize detailed below:
Grand Prize Package:
Four tickets to a 2022 Progressive IMS Outdoors event
Four Progressive IMS Outdoors souvenir tees
Camping spot for up to three nights at Progressive IMS Outdoors
Event food and beverage vouchers
Scott USA Goggles and prize pack
Heroic Racing Hoodie
Break Free Light
EyeRide Head Up Display
A set of Dunlop motorcycle tires
Bell Helmets – Race Star DLX Matte Carbon helmet
Spectro Oils prize pack
Visit www.continuetheride.com/sweepstakes to enter today for a chance to win the grand prize and secure your 2022 Progressive IMS Outdoors ticket at www.motorcycleshows.com when sales go live on March 24. The official 2022 tour dates and locations can be found below, including the Atlanta venue reveal.
Colorado
June 17-19, 2022
The Ranch Events Complex, Loveland, CO
Chicago
June 24-26, 2022
Goebbert’s Farm, Pingree Grove, IL
Pennsylvania
September 16-18, 2022
Carlisle Fairgrounds, Carlisle, PA
New York
September 23-25, 2022
Nassau Coliseum, Uniondale, NY
Atlanta
September 30-October 2, 2022
Atlanta Motor Speedway, Hampton, GA
Northern California
October 21-23, 2022
San Mateo County Event Center, San Mateo, CA
Arizona
October 28-30, 2022
Westworld of Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ
Southern California
November 4-6, 2022
OC Fair & Event Center, Costa Mesa, CA
Connect with IMS (#RidersUnite and #IMSOutdoors):
About Progressive IMS Outdoors (www.motorcycleshows.com)
Progressive IMS Outdoors is an evolution of the Progressive® International Motorcycle Shows® tour’s nearly 40-year stint that not only transitions IMS from the traditional convention center setup to a new open outdoor experience but also creates a festival-like atmosphere that promotes enthusiasts of all ages and levels to come together to better engage with products, each other, and the industry. While continuing its presence as the nation’s largest consumer motorcycle tour, Progressive IMS Outdoors supports the growth of the Powersports community by offering a unique experience for consumers and the industry alike. IMS Outdoors is organized by Informa Markets, a division within Informa PLC, a leading B2B information services group and the largest B2B Events organizer in the world. To learn more and for the latest news and information, visit www.informa.com.
About Informa Markets
Informa Markets creates platforms for industries and specialist markets to trade, innovate and grow. Our portfolio comprises more than 550 international B2B events and brands in markets including Engineering, Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals, Infrastructure, Construction & Real Estate, Fashion & Apparel, Hospitality, Food & Beverage, and Health & Nutrition, among others. We provide customers and partners around the globe with opportunities to engage, experience and do business through face-to-face exhibitions, specialist digital content and actionable data solutions. As the world’s leading exhibitions organizer, we bring a diverse range of specialist markets to life, unlocking opportunities and helping them to thrive 365 days of the year. For more information, please visit www.informamarkets.com.
Aprilia Becomes Official Partner With MotoAmerica For 2022
Italian Motorcycle Manufacturer Synonymous With Racing Will Defend Its 2021
Twins Cup Championship With Aprilia RS 660
IRVINE, CA (March 12, 2022) – MotoAmerica, North America’s premier motorcycle road racing series, is proud to announce that Aprilia will be an official partner of the 2022 Auto Parts 4 Less MotoAmerica Championship.
Aprilia, which is headquartered in Noale, Italy, is a manufacturer that holds 54 World titles (38 in GP, seven in World Superbike, and nine in off-road disciplines). Aprilia produces four sportbike models (RS 660, Tuono 660, RSV4, Tuono V4) and an adventure bike (Tuareg 660). The company races worldwide, including in MotoGP with its RS-GP.
In its debut season in the MotoAmerica series, Aprilia and its RS 660 won the 2021 MotoAmerica Twins Cup Championship with Robem Engineering’s Kaleb De Keyrel winning five races en route to the title. In total, Aprilia RS 660 racers won 10 of the 14 Twins Cup races in 2021.
“Aprilia had a great debut season with its RS 660 in the MotoAmerica Twins Cup Championship and it’s nice to see them come in as a series partner for 2022,” said MotoAmerica COO Chuck Aksland. “Twins Cup has quickly become one of our most competitive classes and something we know Aprilia takes very seriously. We look forward to a great championship in 2022 and we’re sure Aprilia will again be battling for the championship.”
“When we announced the Aprilia RS 660, we knew we had to go racing in MotoAmerica in Twins Cup,” said Marco d’Acunzo, President and CEO of Piaggio Group Americas. “Racing is in the Aprilia DNA, and we want to support the growth of Moto America, becoming a partner and promoting it through all our physical and digital channels. In 2021 we had a fantastic season, in 2022 we want to replicate it and we look forward to seeing many new faces racing this championship-winning motorcycle.”
The 2022 MotoAmerica Twins Cup Championship gets started with two races at Daytona International Speedway, March 10-12.
About MotoAmerica
MotoAmerica is the North American road racing series created in 2014 that is home to the AMA Superbike Championship. MotoAmerica is an affiliate of KRAVE Group LLC, a partnership that includes 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 on MotoAmerica, visit www.MotoAmerica.com. Also make sure to follow MotoAmerica on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
Saturday’s Mission Volusia Half-Mile Cancelled Due to Inclement Weather
DE LEON SPRINGS, Fla. (March 12, 2021) – Following last night’s season opening race at Volusia Speedway Park, the 2022 Mission Volusia Half-Mile I presented by Daytona Dodge rescheduled for today, Saturday, March 12, has been cancelled due to inclement weather.
Fans who have purchased tickets may receive a credit to be used for any race promoted by AFT Events within the 2022 calendar year – including the season finale Mission Volusia Half-Mile – or a refund for the cancelled event. Customers who have purchased advance tickets will be contacted directly by AFT Events with further information.
Progressive AFT will continue its season next weekend with the Mission Texas Half-Mile presented by Roof Systems in Fort Worth, TX on Saturday, March 19 at Texas Motor Speedway.
On-track activities at the MotoAmerica Daytona 200 event at Daytona International Speedway were halted at approximately 8:30 a.m. local time Saturday morning when rain began to fall at the track.
As of 11:00 a.m. local time, the rain was ending and preparations were being made to go racing with a revised schedule. See the most recent revised schedule below.
Bauman Leads Three-Brand Podium in ‘22 Progressive AFT Opener at Volusia HM II
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – The 2022 Progressive American Flat Track season promised a new era of increased brand parity and – at least on its opening night with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile II presented by Daytona Dodge at Volusia Speedway Park – it certainly delivered.
While the virtuoso performance for victory on the part of 2019 and 2020 Mission SuperTwins presented by S&S Cycle champion Briar Bauman (No. 3 Indian Motorcycle/Progressive Insurance FTR750) was nothing new, the finishing order behind him provided some fresh storylines.
As Bauman went relatively unchallenged cruising to his 20th career premier-class victory, an intense battle for runner-up honors was waged by Bronson Bauman (No. 37 Latus Motors Racing Harley-Davidson XG750R) and JD Beach (No. 95 Estenson Racing Yamaha MT-07 DT).
The younger Bauman made an early-race charge to climb into second position but was reeled back in by Beach as the laps ticked away. Catching Bauman proved far easier than overhauling him, however; Beach was foiled in every attempt and ultimately relegated to third to complete the Indian-Harley-Yamaha podium.
“We worked pretty hard this offseason,” Briar Bauman said. “Honestly, last year kind of gave me a perspective that I need to appreciate this a little bit more because it can be taken away really quickly. I’m proud of Indian Motorcycle for chipping away this offseason and finding a happy medium. Thanks to Indian Motorcycle for giving me a great motorcycle.”
The brand parity that was featured on the podium was reflected deeper down the order as well.
Much-heralded Mission SuperTwins rookie Dallas Daniels (No. 32 Estenson Racing Yamaha MT-07 DT) opened his premier-class career with an outstanding fourth after winning his Semi earlier in the evening. He was followed home by reigning champion Jared Mees (No. 1 Indian Motorcycle/Progressive Insurance FTR750) and ‘21’s third-ranked rider, Brandon Robinson (No. 44 Mission Foods/Roof Systems Indian FTR750).
All three of them had to work hard to fend off the support class stars who advanced to the Main via the newly introduced Mission Production Twins Challenge. Jesse Janisch (No. 33 Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson XG750R) even showed a wheel for third at one point before finally taking a still eye-opening seventh with fellow ‘Challenger’ Dan Bromley (No. 62 Vinson Construction/Viper Air Yamaha MT-07) right on his heels in eighth.
Behind them were a pair of regular Mission SuperTwins frontrunners, Jarod Vanderkooi (No. 20 Mission Foods/Roof Systems Indian FTR750) and Brandon Price (No. 92 Briggsauto.com/Martin Trucking Indian FTR750) to complete the new-look top ten.
Mission Production Twins presented by Vance & Hines
Even with the deepest field in its short history, the Mission Production Twins presented by Vance & Hines class proved it’s still more than capable of serving up a surprise along with its trademark drama.
Nick Armstrong (No. 60 Competitive Racing Frames/Lessley Brothers Yamaha MT-07) – the class’ 17th ranked rider a year ago – appeared to be settling into a mid-pack ride… at least until he found a low line he could make work seriously in his favor.
Meanwhile, established Mission Production Twins powers Dan Bromley (No. 62 Vinson Construction/Viper Air Yamaha MT-07) and Jesse Janisch (No. 33 Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson XG750R) were embroiled in a breakaway battle for first. However, their gap to the pack was short-lived, being completely eaten up and spit out the other side by the charging Armstrong who blasted his way up from sixth and into first in a shockingly brief span.
Armstrong continued to leave the field in his wake for several laps. However, the race for the season’s first checkered flag wouldn’t be decided quite that easily. Bromley, who had been displaced by Janisch as well, learned his lesson and clawed his way back into contention after swapping his high line for Armstrong’s lower approach.
Bromley closed in on Armstrong’s rear wheel as the white flag flew. He then attempted to execute an under/over maneuver, but his bid for victory came up 0.102 seconds short at the stripe.
The upset triumph was the first of Armstrong’s Mission Production Twins career, and his first in any category since claiming a pair of GNC2 wins back in 2015.
“That race seemed to take forever,” Armstrong said. “To be honest, I never looked back. I didn’t even know Dan was there. I figured someone had to be there, but I just didn’t look back. This win means everything to me. I put everything I have into this, and it means a lot.”
Janisch carried his strong late ‘21 form over into the opener to round out the podium. It was the sixth time in seven races he’s finished in the top three since getting the call to compete by Vance & Hines just ahead of last year’s Peoria TT.
Despite still recovering from the broken leg he suffered in last year’s finale, Kolby Carlile (No. 36 KC36 Las Vegas Harley-Davidson XG750R) came home fourth with Johnny Lewis (No. 10 Moto Anatomy X Powered by Royal Enfield 650) making it three different makes in the top five aboard the factory Royal Enfield machine.
Parts Unlimited AFT Singles presented by KICKER
It’s often said a rider takes the biggest leap of their career in the offseason between their rookie and sophomore campaigns. If the prospect of that improvement was scary for Kody Kopp’s (No. 12 Red Bull KTM Factory Racing 450 SX-FFE) rivals following his standout 2021 Rookie of the Year performance, the reality turned out to be that much more frightening.
Kopp was in dominant form all evening long. The 17-year-old topped the final Parts Unlimited AFT Singles presented by KICKER qualifying session and then proceeded to win both his Semi and the inaugural four-lap Al Lamb’s Dallas Honda Singles Challenge.
Even with that advance warning, a deep field of challengers had no answer come the Main Event. Kopp took control of the race following an opening-turn melee and went about assembling a three-plus second lead at the front, with only teammate and back-to-back class championship runner-up Max Whale (No. 18 Red Bull KTM Factory Racing 450 SX-FFE) managing to even keep him in sight.
The field was then gifted another shot at Kopp when a red flag flew as a result of a clash between hugely impressive rookies Chase Saathoff (No. 106 American Honda/Progressive Insurance CRF450R) and Tyler Scott (No. 170 Briggsauto.com/Martin Trucking KTM 450 SX-F) that left Saathoff on the deck.
Ultimately, that reset did nothing but provide Kopp another opportunity to demonstrate his superiority on the night, as he again escaped en route to a 2.563-second margin of victory.
“I couldn’t ask for a better way to start the season,” Kopp said. “I’m just glad my family is here to share it with me. It’s amazing. I worked all my amateur career and all last year for this, and we finally got it.”
Whale came home second with 2019 class champ Dalton Gauthier (No. 79 American Honda/Progressive Insurance CRF450R) another second-and-a-half back in third.
Trent Lowe (No. 48 Mission Foods/Al Lamb’s Dallas Honda CRF450R) and Morgen Mischler (No. 13 American Honda/Progressive Insurance CRF450R) rounded out the top five.
Aiden RoosEvans (No. 26 Southern Illinois Motorsports Honda CRF450R) took sixth, while 16-year-old Saathoff raced all the way back up to seventh after lining up at the back of the pack for the restart.
The Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II will premiere in back-to-back one-hour telecasts on FS1 on Sunday, March 20, starting at 11:00 a.m. ET/8:00 a.m. PT., including exclusive features, cutting-edge aerial drone and onboard footage, and expert commentary.
Next Up:
Progressive AFT’s Daytona Bike Week season-opening doubleheader concludes with tomorrow’s rescheduled Mission Volusia Half-Mile I presented by Daytona Dodge. You can purchase your tickets online now at https://store.americanflattrack.com/ebooking/ticket/view/id/3666/.
For those viewing from home, you can catch the livestream free via Facebook up until Opening Ceremonies. Fans can then purchase access to watch Opening Ceremonies, Semis, Main Events, and podium celebrations via Facebook Paid Online Events for $3.99 if purchased 24 hours or more in advance, or $4.99 if purchased on the day of the event.
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How to Watch:
FOX Sports and Facebook are the official homes for coverage of Progressive American Flat Track. For the 2022 season, all 18 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. Viewers can watch livestream coverage of every round in the Facebook mobile app, Facebook desktop site or on the Facebook Watch mobile app. To watch the livestream on TV, fans can download the Facebook Watch TV app, or cast to a TV from the Facebook mobile app. Facebook Watch is available through Apple TV, Samsung Smart TV, Amazon Fire TV, Chromecast, and Xbox One.
Rise Moto Steps up to Offer MotoAmerica Mini Cup by Motul Prizes
Rise Moto has announced the season prizes for the new GP-2 190 class in the 2022 MotoAmerica Mini Cup by Motul Championship.
The winner of the Mini Cup GP-2 190 class for the 2022 season will receive a full scholarship to compete in the 2023 North America Talent Cup (NATC). They will receive a motorcycle to use and all of their entry fees will be covered by Rise Moto. The second-place finisher will have their 2023 season entry fees into the NATC covered by Rise Moto. The third-place finisher will have a guaranteed spot into the NATC and their season deposit will be waived.
The Ohvale GP-2 is the newest offering from Ohvale. The GP-2 utilizes the same 190cc Daytona engine but features a fully revised and larger chassis/cockpit along with 12” wheels. The GP-2 is the new benchmark for professional road racers to train and for youth road racers looking to make the next step up from the Ohvale GP-0 110/160 before getting onto big tracks. As restrictions grow for youth riders on large tracks around the world, the GP-2 is the perfect bike for kids to continue to grow as riders while waiting to tackle full size race tracks on full size motorcycles.
The all-new North America Talent Cup (NATC) will have its inaugural season in 2022, with the goal of giving riders from North America and its immediate neighbors a new opportunity to further their careers and follow their dream of being a world-class motorcycle racer. The NATC aims to become the perfect stepping stone between lower level regional championships and the FIM CEV Repsol, Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup, and/or the MotoAmerica championship series.
For more information on Ohvale’s line of motorcycles, visit www.risemoto.com and for more information on the North America Talent Cup, visit www.northamericatalentcup.com.
The 2022 AMA MotoAmerica Mini Cup by Motul Series
June 3-5 – Road America, Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin
June 24-26 – Ridge Motorsports Park, Shelton, Washington
August 12-14 – Pittsburgh International Race Complex, Wampum, Pennsylvania
September 23-25 – Barber Motorsports Park, Birmingham, Alabama
CRA 2022 SEASON UPDATE
Due to a change in circumstances, California RoadRace Association (CRA) is rescheduling Round 3 of competition which was originally scheduled for July 29-July 31, 2022 at Willow Springs International Raceway. Round 3 will now be held on July 23-July 24, 2022 at our home track Buttonwillow Raceway Park (“BRP”).
“We would like to thank Les Phillips and Carrie Hester for allowing us to host a third round at home,” said CRA Co-Founder Daniel Mole.
Race configuration 1 CW will be utilized to ensure a different track layout every time we set foot at BRP.
With the possibility of the new track at BRP being completed by the third quarter of 2022, there may be a chance we can add several more rounds to our 2022 schedule.
For more information on CRA visit their website at www.race-cra.com. Get licensed and let’s go racing. #areyoucra #racecra #iamcra
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