Indian Motorcycle UK offers low-rate finance or contribution towards purchase

October 2, 2024

Indian Motorcycle UK offers low-rate finance or contribution towards purchase or merchandise in ‘Ride With Us’ campaign across all models.

2023 Indian FTR from £149 per month on PCP
2023/4 Indian Pursuit from £359 per month on PCP
Or contribution towards purchase or merchandise for riders not looking for finance

Indian Motorcycle UK has launched their end-of-season ‘Ride With Us’ campaign which offers a low-rate finance option or, for those not looking for finance, the choice of a contribution towards the motorcycle purchase or for use towards official Indian Motorcycle merchandise across all models in the lineup. The ‘Ride With Us’ campaign offers customers the flexibility to ride away on their dream bikes with either low monthly payments or contributions towards their purchase of parts, garments and accessories when purchasing selected new Indian Motorcycle models by December 31st 2024.

In addition, included with every purchase of a new Indian Motorcycle is 12 months RAC Roadside cover, a welcome pack for first-time buyers including a pin and patch, plus lifetime membership to the Indian Motorcycle Riders (IMR) community whose dealer-supported rider group organise planned rides, events, meetings, and other activities for owners to get together, socialise and share their passion for their motorcycles.

3.0% APR representative over 3 years for:

2023 Indian FTR models

The limited-time low-rate 3% APR representative PCP finance sees monthly payments from £149.00 per month for selected new MY23 Indian FTR models when purchased by December 31st 2024 at an authorised Indian Motorcycle dealership. Alternatively, these models are included in the contribution offers for those who don’t need finance.

3.0 % APR finance under Personal Contract Plan or Hire Purchase.

– See the representative finance examples below.

5.9% APR representative over 3 years for:

2023 Indian Scout models

2023/4 Indian Motorcycle Tourer and Bagger models
Indian Springfield, Indian Chieftain, Indian Roadmaster, Indian Pursuit

The limited-time low-rate 5.9% APR representative PCP finance sees monthly payments from £169.00 per month for selected new MY23 Indian Scout models with offers on select Indian Springfield, Indian Chieftain, Indian Roadmaster up to the range-topping Indian Pursuit from £359.00 per month when purchased by December 31st 2024 at an authorised Indian Motorcycle dealership. Alternatively, these models are included in the contribution offers for those who don’t need finance.

5.9% APR finance under Personal Contract Plan or Hire Purchase.

– See the representative finance examples below.

9.9% APR representative over 3 years for:

2023 Indian Chief models

The limited-time low-rate 9.0% APR representative PCP finance sees monthly payments from £279.00 per month for selected new MY23 Indian Sport Chief models when purchased by December 31st 2024 at an authorised Indian Motorcycle dealership. Alternatively, these models are included in the contribution offers for those who don’t need finance.

9.0% APR finance under Personal Contract Plan or Hire Purchase.

– See the representative finance examples below.

£1000 contribution towards selected, new MY23 Scout models
£1500 contribution towards selected, new MY23/24 Chief models
£2000 contribution towards selected , new MY23/24 Tourer and Bagger models

As an alternative for buyers of these models, the £1,000 contribution ‘Ride With Us’ campaign offers the choice between a £1,000 contribution towards the purchase of selected models or £1,000 contribution towards Indian Motorcycle parts, accessories & clothing when purchased with selected, new Indian Motorcycle models before March 31st 2024.

MY23 Indian Scout

£1,000 contribution towards the purchase of a new MY23 Indian Scout

– Cannot be combined with Scout 5.9% APR finance

£1,000 contribution towards official Indian Motorcycle parts, accessories or apparel.

– Items must be ordered simultaneously with the bike purchase.
– Cannot be combined with Scout 5.9% APR finance.

MY23 Indian Chief

£1,500 contribution towards the purchase of a new MY23 Indian Scout

– Cannot be combined with Chief 9.9% APR finance

£1,500 contribution towards official Indian Motorcycle parts, accessories or apparel.

– Items must be ordered simultaneously with the bike purchase.
– Cannot be combined with Chief 9.9% APR finance.

MY23/24 Indian FTR, Indian Springfield, Indian Chieftain, Indian Roadmaster, Indian Pursuit

£2,000 contribution towards purchase of a new MY23/24 Indian FTR, Indian Springfield, Indian Chieftain, Indian Roadmaster, Indian Pursuit

– Cannot be combined with Indian FTR 3.0% APR finance.
– Cannot be combined with Tourer and Bagger 5.9% APR finance.

£2,000 contribution towards official Indian Motorcycle parts, accessories or apparel.

– Items must be ordered simultaneously with the bike purchase.
– Cannot be combined with Indian FTR 3.0% APR finance.
– Cannot be combined with Tourer and Bagger 5.9% APR finance.

For full details of these and other offers, including finance examples for all models, terms and conditions, please visit the Offers page of the Indian Motorcycle UK website.
www.indianmotorcycle.co.uk/offers/

To arrange a test ride, riders can visit their nearest Indian Motorcycle dealership:
www.indianmotorcycle.co.uk/find-a-dealer/map-view/

Finance Examples
Additional dealership & on-road charges apply and may vary between official Indian motorcycle dealerships.

PCP REPRESENTATIVE EXAMPLE
MY23 FTR 1200 Sport White Lightening/Indy Red – – 3.0% APR Representative

CASH PRICE	£15,295.00
DEPOSIT	£3162.75
DEPOSIT %	21%
TOTAL AMOUNT OF CREDIT	£12,132.25
AGREEMENT DURATION	37 months
PURCHASE FEE (INCLUDED IN OPTIONAL FINAL REPAYMENT)	£10.00
ANNUAL MILEAGE	4,000
36 MONTHLY PAYMENTS	£149.00
OPTIONAL FINAL PAYMENT	£7,674.00
TOTAL AMOUNT PAYABLE	£16,200.75
INTEREST RATE FIXED	2.93%
REPRESENTATIVE APR	3.0% APR

PCP REPRESENTATIVE EXAMPLE

MY23 Scout Bobber Sagebrush Smoke – – 5.9% APR Representative

CASH PRICE	£14,295.00
DEPOSIT	£2,836.91
DEPOSIT %	20%
TOTAL AMOUNT OF CREDIT	£11,453.09
AGREEMENT DURATION	37 months
PURCHASE FEE (INCLUDED IN OPTIONAL FINAL REPAYMENT)	£10.00
ANNUAL MILEAGE	4,000
36 MONTHLY PAYMENTS	£169.00
OPTIONAL FINAL PAYMENT	£7,019.00
TOTAL AMOUNT PAYABLE	£15,939.91
INTEREST RATE FIXED	5.71%
REPRESENTATIVE APR	5.9% APR

PCP REPRESENTATIVE EXAMPLE

MY24 Pursuit Limited Premium Sunset Red Metallic – 5.9% APR Representative

CASH PRICE	£29,695.00
DEPOSIT	£5,930.89
DEPOSIT %	20%
TOTAL AMOUNT OF CREDIT	£23,764.11
AGREEMENT DURATION	37 months
PURCHASE FEE (INCLUDED IN OPTIONAL FINAL REPAYMENT)	£10.00
ANNUAL MILEAGE	4,000
36 MONTHLY PAYMENTS	£359.00
OPTIONAL FINAL PAYMENT	£14,223.00
TOTAL AMOUNT PAYABLE	£33,077.89
INTEREST RATE FIXED	5.73%
REPRESENTATIVE APR	5.9% APR

PCP REPRESENTATIVE EXAMPLE
MY23 Sport Chief Black – 9.9% APR Representative

CASH PRICE	£19,995.00
DEPOSIT	£3,937.75
DEPOSIT %	20%
TOTAL AMOUNT OF CREDIT	£16,057.25
AGREEMENT DURATION	37 months
PURCHASE FEE (INCLUDED IN OPTIONAL FINAL REPAYMENT)	£10.00
ANNUAL MILEAGE	4,000
36 MONTHLY PAYMENTS	£279.00
OPTIONAL FINAL PAYMENT	£9,826.00
TOTAL AMOUNT PAYABLE	£23,807.75
INTEREST RATE FIXED	9.46%
REPRESENTATIVE APR	9.9% APR

Credit is subject to status and is only available to UK residents aged 18 and over. This finance offer is only available through Indian Motorcycle Finance, which is a trading style of Black Horse Ltd, St William House, Tresillian Terrace, Cardiff CF10 5BH. With Personal Contract Purchase you have the option at the end of the agreement to: (1) Return the motorcycle and not pay the Optional Final Repayment. If the motorcycle has exceeded the maximum agreed mileage, a charge of 7.2p (including VAT at 20%) will apply per excess mile. If the motorcycle is in good condition (fair wear and tear accepted) and has not exceeded 12,333 miles, you will have nothing further to pay. (2) Pay the Optional Final Repayment to own the motorcycle or (3) Part exchange the motorcycle subject to settlement of your existing finance agreement; new finance agreements are subject to status.

Indian Motorcycles can introduce you to a retailer which acts as a credit broker in their own right. The retailer may go on to introduce you to Indian Motorcycle Finance.

For more Indian Motorcycle UK news check out our dedicated page Indian Motorcycle UK News

or head to the official Indian Motorcycles UK website indianmotorcycle.co.uk/

Keep Your Bike Sparkling With R&G’s Autumn Ride & Shine Sale

Frank Duggan

October 2, 2024

As the weather turns wetter and colder, every rider will know the hassle of keeping their bike clean and free from dirt, grime, and water stains.

The R&G Gleam range is packed with products to keep bikes looking showroom-fresh, and throughout October, customers can enjoy 25% off the entire range and up to 40% off WD-40 products.

A clean bike not only helps to keep your pride and joy looking its best, but it’s also crucial to protect essential components like your chain and brakes. The R&G Gleam range is packed with everything motorcyclists need to keep their machine looking like it’s just come out of the showroom, including:

Chain Cleaner
Motorcycle Degreaser
Disc Brake Cleaner
Silicone Shine
Nano Bike Wash
Waterless Bike Wash
Everyday Chain Lube
Dry Chain Lube
Wet Chain Lube
Plastic Coating
Corrosion Shield
Nano Coating

The range also includes several products to help riders keep their helmet clean, including Helmet Fresh, Anti-Fog Solution and Helmet & Visor Cleaner.

From October 1st to 31st, riders purchasing any of the R&G Gleam range will enjoy 25% off the purchase price. Customers buying three products from the Gleam range (excluding 5 Litre Waterless Bike Wash and Motorcycle Degreaser) will be able to get all three for just £15.

The savings don’t end there, though, as R&G is also offering customers 25% off its entire WD-40 range of products and an incredible 40% off the WD-40 Chain Lube and Wax & Polish products.

The savings are live now exclusively from https://www.rg-racing.com/offers/.

You can stay up-to-date with the latest news by following R&G on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok. For product and dealer opportunities, please contact 01420 89007 / info@rg-racing.com or an R&G Sales Agent.

Motegi hosts crucial showdown as time ticks down on the title fight

Frank Duggan

October 2, 2024

The twists. The turns. The drama. The home of hard braking welcomes the most exciting sport on Earth for another stunning showdown.

Strap in and get ready for more! MotoGP™ heads from hot and humid Indonesia to the cooler climes of the fabulous stop-and-go Mobility Resort Motegi for the Motul Grand Prix of Japan this weekend. As the title fight continues to twist and turn – by Grand Prix, by session and even by minute and second – the pressure is starting to ramp up as the points still on offer reduce day-by-day. Now, a maximum of 185 are in play and the gap at the top is 21, but the deficit below the leading duo of Jorge Martin (Prima Pramac Racing) and Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati Lenovo Team) is now looking more and more sizeable. Are we heading for #PeccovsMartin round two? Or will Motegi host even more drama that Enea Bastianini (Ducati Lenovo Team) and Marc Marquez (Gresini Racing MotoGP™) can take advantage of?

RISK VS REWARD
Martin called his Indonesian GP glory revenge on Sunday, and after crashing out of the GP in 2022, 2023 and in the Tissot Sprint in 2024, it did have a feeling to it of closing the circle. It was an impressive performance under pressure to make a solid statement, and that’s also exactly what he managed at Motegi in 2023 in torrential conditions in that GP race… right on the back of a Sprint win in the dry. He’ll be feeling confident heading to Japan this season.

Bagnaia, meanwhile, has made delivering under pressure his calling card, but Martin isn’t far behind. The problem for both is that some of that pressure has been self-inflicted, and the key to the crown might simply be who can keep it upright for less – but some – reward when needed. Bagnaia definitely did that in Indonesia on Sunday, but a 21-point deficit puts him in the position of needing to pay a little more attention to that risk vs reward. He doesn’t have a margin to play with unless he takes it back or it’s given freely.

PRESSURE, WHAT PRESSURE?
Then there’s Bastianini and Marquez. They’re now 75 and 78 points behind, respectively, which used to be three Grands Prix. Now, it’s just more than two – so they’re by no means out of it, mathematically. Can they claw their way back in? Bastianini was the fastest on track when he crashed out, seemingly on a charge towards fighting for the win, so his speed is perfectly comparable to the two at the top. After the “controversy” of his move in Misano, fans also lost out on the chance to see if he’d simply do it again. That “what if?” doesn’t count for much, but the bigger deficit could release a lot of pressure and that, in itself, keeps him a very interesting presence at the front.

Marquez, meanwhile, knows he did nothing to cause his own DNF in Lombok, the bike simply said ciao and so did his chance at some good points. But he also knows he didn’t quite have the level to enable him to fight for the win. That step taken with the GP23 is certainly getting him closer but the deficit still there at times. His qualifying – with two crashes in Q2 seeing him set no time – also gave him an uphill struggle, so the first mission for Motegi is clearly to start a little further forward. If he was ever thinking about the points though, he likely won’t be anymore. Just as if he was ever heading out on track without the gloves off, he definitely won’t be anymore.

HOME HEROES
As the title fight heats up at the top, there’s plenty happening everywhere. The Japanese GP will be a special one for Yamaha and Honda, and especially for Takaaki Nakagami (Idemitsu Honda LCR). The Japanese rider takes on a new role as development rider for Honda next season, so it’s his last home GP as a full-time rider. He was the top finishing Honda this season with P11 in Aragon until it got equalled by Joan Mir (Repsol Honda Team) in Emilia-Romagna, with teammate Luca Marini just behind him. It was then subsequently beaten by Johann Zarco (Castrol Honda LCR) in Lombok, as the Frenchman took their first top ten of the year, which is a milestone moment in the fight to move forward again. Home turf – and it’s also their track – will be a huge incentive to keep that momentum rolling.

For Yamaha, there’s the same incentive in front of the Japanese fans, and a little extra at Honda’s home track. There is also a stunning run of form coming in from Fabio Quartararo (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP™), who is now well-established in the standings ahead of two Aprilias and two KTMs. Perhaps most importantly of all, after two impressive weekends at Misano, the Frenchman was able to take seventh in Indonesia too – and from a second row start. So it’s not Misano, and each new track will only get more interesting. Teammate Alex Rins was back in the points at Mandalika too after his run of illness, and they’ll also have Remy Gardner on track in Japan as a wildcard. What have they got at the stop-and-go Motegi?

HELLO AGAIN
After a blip at Misano, both, Pedro Acosta (Red Bull GASGAS Tech3) was back with a bang at Lombok. A front row start was converted into a podium, and not just any podium. All the attrition happened behind the rookie and he was the only rider with a smidge of resistance for Martin when the lights went out. Motegi is another new challenge he’ll be wanting to grab with both hands, now back ahead of future teammate Brad Binder (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) as he is, and he also has the “chance” to wrap up the Rookie of the Year title, mathematically speaking. Seems a safe bet.

Maverick Viñales (Aprilia Racing) was also still in that better postcode at Mandalika. Aprilia had a very tough run at the first round at Misano, but Viñales has now taken two consecutive top sixes at Emilia-Romagna and Lombok as he starts to turn that around. Marco Bezzecchi (Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team) also kept his roll going in Indonesia, doubling down on his impressive momentum following those mid-season struggles. He impressed at Misano and, like Quartararo, underlined it wasn’t a one-track pony with more pace at Mandalika. Franco Morbidelli (Prima Pramac Racing) similarly, after his injury struggles at the start of the season he’s now a solid consistent scorer and arrives in Japan from two GP race top fives.

LOOKING FOR THE GROOVE
Binder leads the list of riders wanting to hit back, especially against Acosta, and Aleix Espargaro (Aprilia Racing) would also like a little more to take the fight to Viñales. In the Aprilia ranks though more than anyone it’s Raul Fernandez (Trackhouse Racing) looking for a big step forward. He took some points in Mandalika and Emilia-Romagna, but before that hadn’t scored since Germany. This weekend he’ll also have Lorenzo Savadori alongside in the box, with teammate Miguel Oliveira sidelined through injury.

Alex Marquez (Gresini Racing MotoGP™) has a stunning record at Motegi through the classes and will hope for a turnaround after a tough Indonesia that saw him take no points, and Fabio Di Giannantonio (Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team) took one but is having a tougher run as he also considers surgery on his shoulder. Jack Miller (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing), meanwhile, will expect more at a venue where he stunned in 2022 – simply checking out at the front – and with the rumours around Augusto Fernandez’ (Red Bull GASGAS Tech3) future being relevant to the Japanese market, that could be something to look out for.

There have been so many twists and turns so far this season, there surely must be a few more waiting in the wings. Who can keep their cool before the final flyaways? We’ll find out this weekend!

SHOWTIME
Saturday
Tissot Sprint: 15:00 (UTC +9)
Sunday
Grand Prix: 14:00 (UTC +9)

For more MotoGP info checkout our dedicated MotoGP News page

Or visit the official MotoGP website www.motogp.com

©Words/Images are from official press release posted courtesy of www.motogp.com

Home hero Ogura brings commanding lead to familiar turf

Frank Duggan

October 2, 2024

A sixth podium of the season last time out in Indonesia, coupled with more drama for MT Helmets – MSI teammate Sergio Garcia, has seen Ai Ogura build up a very healthy 42-point lead in the Moto2™ standings ahead of the Japanese star arriving on home turf this weekend.

And it’s soil Ogura has a podium pedigree on in the last couple of years. A victory came in 2022 when the #79 was fighting for the title, and last season, a P2 finish was earned as Somkiat Chantra (IDEMITSU Honda Team Asia) collected his second career win.

While Ogura boasts the Championship lead, Aron Canet (Fantic Racing) arrives in Motegi brimming with confidence after his dominant victory in Indonesia. 65 points collected in the last three rounds have seen Canet rise to P3 in the standings, 10 points in arrears of Garcia and level on points with fellow Mandalika podium finisher Alonso Lopez (Beta Tools SpeedUp).

In what’s been an ultra-competitive campaign to date, Ogura is now threatening to pull clear of the pack in the race for the Moto2™ crown in 2024. Will that momentum continue in front of his home supporters, or will the advantage weaken in Japan?

For more Moto2 info checkout our dedicated Moto2 News page

Or visit the official MotoGP website motogp.com

©Words/Images are from official press release posted courtesy of www.motogp.com

Match point Alonso as Moto3 lands in Japan

Frank Duggan

October 2, 2024

David Alonso (CFMOTO Gaviota Aspar Team) is rapidly closing in on some lightweight class records in 2024 and after his ninth win of the year came in Indonesia, there’s something that’s now closer than ever to being his: the Moto3™ World Championship title.

With a 97-point buffer to Daniel Holgado (Red Bull GASGAS Tech3), a 105-point gap to Ivan Ortola (MT Helmets – MSI), a 107-point lead over Collin Veijer (Liqui Moly Husqvarna Intact GP) and five races left to contest, all the #80 needs to leave Motegi with is a 100-point advantage and the crown will be his.

Both Holgado and Ortola beat Alonso around the Mobility Resort Motegi in 2023 when the Spaniards finished P3 and P5 respectively, and the same will be needed again this weekend if they want to keep their loosening grips clinging onto a title chance this season. For Veijer, his crash from the lead in Indonesia cost the Dutchman crucial points, and if the #95 doesn’t gain a chunk of points on Alonso in Japan, he’ll be ruled out of Championship contention too.

A huge few days in Moto3™ await, with the home faithful ready to cheer on a pair of Indonesian GP frontrunners – Taiyo Furusato (Honda Team Asia) and Tatsuki Suzuki (Liqui Moly Husqvarna Intact GP) – and the lead Japanese rider in the Championship, Ryusei Yamanaka (MT Helmets – MSI). However, they’ll be sharing the spotlight with the four contenders. Will our first Champion of the year be crowned?

For more Moto3 info checkout our dedicated Moto3 News page

Or visit the official MotoGP website motogp.com

©Words/Images are from official press release posted courtesy of www.motogp.com

SHARK reveals its ‘Dark Shadow’ capsule collection

Frank Duggan

October 1, 2024

Today, SHARK has unveiled its exclusive ‘Dark Shadow’ collection, a capsule characterised by its daring and dark design with subtle branding and a blacked-out style.

With a variety of models in the ‘Dark Shadow’ range – from the open-face RS Jet to the full-face Spartan RS, there’s something for every type of rider who may be a fan of the dark side.

Since its launch to critical acclaim in 2023, the full-face Skwal i3 has now been given the ‘Dark Shadow’ makeover. The innovative helmet features all the top-tech – including an integrated active LED system, state-of-the-art ventilation, Pinlock 70 Max Vision anti-fog visor and integrated sun visor – all in an unassuming stealthy designed shell. Available in a choice of grey or black, the Skwal i3 Dark Shadow has an RRP of £309.99.

For those not looking for the integrated LEDs, but wanting a handpicked selection of features available on the i3, the D-Skwal 3 offers the perfect solution. Forged in a LEXAN™ shell with a Pinlock 70 Max Vision visor for clarity, the inside is covered with ALVEOTECH textile offering lasting comfort. With an RRP of £219.99, the D-Skwal 3 Dark Shadow is available in black.

A firm favourite amongst riders looking for riding comfort and premium features, the Spartan RS has an aerodynamic multiaxial composite shell with multi-density EPS. It has an ultra-sturdy visor and locking system worthy of racing, and a luxurious ALVEOTECH lining. From road touring and commuting to the track, the full-face SHARK is versatile with exceptional optical quality and optimised ventilation. Echoing the raw power of muscle cars and bikes, the SPARTAN RS casts its intimidating and unique silhouette onto the asphalt. Available in size XS-XXL – with two shell sizes – the Spartan RS Dark Shadow has an RRP of £339.99.

Rounding off the Dark Shadow collection, the RS Jet has also been transported to the dark side. Its shell is a fusion of multiaxial composite and carbon fibre, boasting a lightweight but resilient outer. Outfitted with streamlined ventilation, a high-resistance visor with Pinlock 120 Max Vision, and SHARK’s ‘Best Fit’ system, it seamlessly blends comfort and safety. Available in a choice of grey and black, the RS Jet Dark Shadow has an RRP of £319.99.

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The Dark Shadow range will be available from SHARK UK stockists from xxx with further additions expected to join the ‘dark side’ later this year.

Venture into the Dark with SHARK.

For more information, or to find your local authorised SHARK stockist, visit www.nevis.uk.com

2025 Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX: Trans-Europe Express

Frank Duggan

October 1, 2024

Hot in the tyre tracks of the recently announced Versys 1100, Kawasaki have unveiled the new 2025 Ninja 1100SX, a true continental express as ready to tackle border crossings as it is to navigate crowded city streets.

Most obvious news for 2025 is an increase in capacity for the ever popular litre class Ninja SX raising the capacity from 1043cc to 1099cc. But there is much more to the Ninja 1100SX than that with a host of updates and refinements to maintain its place at the forefront of the supersport touring pack.

Offering increased torque across the rev range, the need to change gear lessens – even more so when ratio changes mean new longer 5th and 6th gears. Like its SX forebears, the latest iteration perfectly blends its touring and sporting abilities and this is manifested in the quick-shifter that now operates as low as 1500rpm allowing seamless changes at lower engine revolutions than before.

Rider and passenger convenience is an SX watchword so it is no surprise to see a handlebar mounted USB-C port as standard along with electronic cruise control, power modes, cornering management, K-TRC traction control and intelligent anti-lock brakes. Add an upscaled rear disc for even better stopping power and the good news is that in the face of more capacity and torque, the 2025 Ninja 1100SX offers even greater fuel efficiency. Even the tyres have been taken to a new level with the adoption of the latest Bridgestone Battlax S23 as a standard fitment.

The breaking news is that the Ninja 1100SX now comes with a sibling in the guise of an SE variant for the very first time. Boasting Brembo M4.32 front brake calipers, master cylinder and disc rotors plus steel mesh brake hoses, the SE also enjoys an Öhlins S46 rear shock absorber with remote pre-load adjustment. As a final touch, the SE model comes with heated grips as standard.

What both machines share is the ability to be connected to an updated version of Kawasaki’s unique Rideology app that allows riders to adjust aspects of their motorcycle, gather machine information via their Smartphone and also see ridden routes on their phone screen plus – for 2025 – Rideology is now voice command application ready anticipating the next generation of motorcycle and rider interactivity.

Sports or touring duties, the new Ninja 1100SX is ready to deliver from its height adjustable screen to a range of colour-coded luggage options plus a number of Edition models that can be ordered direct from any franchised Kawasaki road bike dealer. Along with an expanding range of accessories, the Ninja 1100SX marks a significant stage in the evolution of the Kawasaki sport touring concept.

The Ninja 1100SX will be arriving in dealers from December with colours and pricing below.

Ninja 1100SX – £12,249

Metallic Carbon Gray / Metallic Diablo Black

Ninja 1100SX SE – £13,999

Emerald Blazed Green / Metallic Diablo Black

Metallic Matte Graphene Steel Gray / Metallic Diablo Black

Checkout our dedicated Kawasaki Motorcycles UK News page Kawasaki Motorcycles UK News/

or head to the official Kawasaki Motorcycles UK website kawasaki.co.uk

Or in the South East of England head over to Alfs Motorcycles in Worthing, West Sussex who are your local Kawasaki dealer“

Trekker Lite: maximum versatility for adventures without limits

Frank Duggan

October 1, 2024

This new 35 litre GIVI case is designed to meet any challenge, with the unmistakable quality and style of a product ‘Made in Italy’.

For two wheel lovers, every route is a story and every turn is an incomparable thrill. Inspired by this passion, GIVI has designed the Trekker Lite, a new case made of plastic materials that stands out for its great versatility, as it can be used as a top case as well as a side case. This new addition to the transalpine company’s catalogue promises to accompany riders on their various adventures, offering practicality and safety at the best price.

Since its beginnings in 1978, GIVI has established itself as a world reference brand in the design and manufacturing of motorcycle accessories. Founded by Giuseppe Visenzi, a motorcycling enthusiast who made his mark in the World Championship, it has evolved with the idea of offering innovative and high quality products. With a strong commitment to technology and a deep knowledge of materials, the Italian company creates accessories which elevate the motorbike riding experience to unparalleled levels of safety and performance, such as its new Trekker Lite case.

The 35-litre Trekker Lite is made of technopolymer, ensuring exceptional durability without sacrificing lightness. Its streamlined design, with polished lines and an aesthetic finish, not only gives it a modern look, but also reduces the size of the case, making it less bulky.

This model can be used as both a side and top case, thanks to its compatibility with the MONOKEY® rack, making it an extremely versatile option for any type of journey.

The case can be optionally fitted with a Security Lock for extra security. What’s more, GIVI has placed special emphasis on resistance to adverse weather conditions. The Trekker Lite has been subjected to rigorous tests that simulate heavy rainfall, ensuring the contents remain dry even in the most severe storms.

The GIVI Trekker Lite case offers great value for money, and is available in grey or black individually for £155.50 (VAT included) or can be purchased in a pack of two for £311.00 (VAT included).

For more GIVI UK News check out our new dedicated page GIVI UK News

For more information about these products or any other accessories for your motorcycle visit www.givi.co.uk or call 01327 706220

Be ready for anything this autumn with the Tourstep boots from TCX

Frank Duggan

October 1, 2024

Arriving in UK dealers earlier this year, the TCX Tourstep WP is a boot that has been designed for unpredictable weather with high waterproofing capabilities.

Made from a microfibre upper and lined with a T-Dry waterproof membrane, the Tourstep WP boots offer protection from adverse weather conditions, ensuring feet stay dry and warm.

Protective reinforcements can be found on the ankle, toe and heel if the worst were to occur and TCX’s ZPlate® midsole insert provides further protection, thanks to its transverse rigidity.

There is an Ortholite® cushioning footbed for comfort and boot longevity and unlike traditional foam, the Ortholite® foam compresses less than 5% over the product’s lifetime, so the cushioning, fit and performance never change. The Tourstep WP boots also have Groundtrax® rubber soles which provide optimal grip on and off the bike – even in wet weather to offer maximum confidence.

Riders will find a protective shifter guard and reflective inserts for maximum visibility on the Tourstep WP boots and they can be fastened by a band and Velcro lace-up fastening system with a strap closure for a secure and precise fit.

The Tourstep WP boots come in black with an RRP of £149.99 and are available in sizes EU36-48.

For more TCX Boots UK news check out our dedicated page TCX Boots UK

For more information or to locate your local TCX Boots dealer, visit www.nevis.uk.com or call 01425 478936.

Lucas Brown promoted to the Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup

Frank Duggan

October 1, 2024

The 2024 R&G British Talent Cup winner moves up as Dorna’s selected rider.

Fresh from securing the 2024 R&G British Talent Cup at Donington Park, Lucas Brown can now be announced as Dorna’s selected BTC rider to move up the Road to MotoGP™ into the Red Bull MotoGP™ Rookies Cup next season.

The Brit was a consistent frontrunner throughout 2024 and took the most podiums in the field on his way to taking the title, including three victories. Now, Brown will take the next step on the Road to MotoGP™ and join the Rookies.

Congratulations and good luck, Lucas!

We Push Forward: 55 years of Furygan innovation and motorcycling passion

Frank Duggan

October 1, 2024

Furygan is celebrating 55 years of creating motorcycle apparel for riders around the world, standing proud with countless memories in an exciting present.

As one of the oldest names in our industry, this five-decade celebration is marked with our slogan ‘We Move Forward’, a symbol of the spirit that is as strong now as ever to develop and innovate motorcycle apparel.

Since our founding in Nîmes in 1969 by Jacques Segura we have lived through, and pioneered, many evolving apparel trends, driven by the passion to manufacture clothing that protects riders from falls and the elements. Making riding safer, more comfortable, and the experience of the road ever-more exciting has been our mission every day since then.

In 2024 we have delivered a range of developments and progressions to help us reach more riders than ever. The Furygan influence continues to grow around the world, with distribution in over 50 countries on every continent. Our long-standing relationships with some of the best riders on the planet, including Isle of Man TT record-holder Michael Dunlop, the Suzuka 8 Hour winner and MotoGP rider Johann Zarco, World Superbike ace Andrea Locatelli, and title contenders Ivan Ortola and Yari Montella in the Moto3 and WorldSSP Championships, respectively. Working with riders of such calibre in the world’s most competitive race series highlights the steps taken to ramp up our international growth.

We Push Forward: 55 Years Of Furygan Innovation And Motorcycling Passion — Fim_Ewc_8H_Suzuka_2024_Team HRC, Takahashi Takumi, Zarco Johann, Nagoe Teppei, CBR1000RR-R SP, Formula EWC

This year alone we have launched 60 brand-new products that represent our vision for both the present and future of motorcycle apparel, along with investment in new production machines that allow us to integrate and control new stages in our processes. Supporting this is the construction of a new logistics warehouse which will allow us to quadruple our stock capability, matched with new logistics software and hardware to match our ambitions. The ongoing development of our UK subsidiary is synced with a new logistic partnership, helping to make us faster and more efficient in providing an ever-improved customer service.

While we remain a proudly independent and family-run business, it is with great thanks to invaluable technical and commercial partners at our side that we have been able to push apparel design further and further for the past 55 years. Our R&D facility, the Motion Lab, has led us in pioneering motorcycle equipment and certification through cooperation with our partners D3O®, Kevlar®, In&motion®, PrimaLoft®, Thindown® and 37.5®.

From heated gloves to airbags, innovative protection and technical materials, it is also through our partnerships that the Furygan range remains so forward-looking and appealing. In an increasingly digital world, we are stepping up efforts to produce photo and video content that showcase these leading products, engaging more riders and bringing them into the Furygan world.

Now leading the company his father started in 1969, David Segura reflected on the Furygan past, present and future:

David Segura, CEO
“Our culture at Furygan has been shaped by our roots and values, and it enables us to pool our energies and resources as a company to negotiate every corner brilliantly. We have witnessed and been part of the rise of textile and leather motorcycle apparel and its progression, expanding our knowledge to stay at the cutting edge and beyond as a pioneer.

Technical challenges of manufacturing and productivity are natural, and our factory in Nîmes continues to upgrade with innovative technologies like laser marking and cutting, eco-friendly leather printing and automated cutting tables to optimise our processes to be even more competitive and efficient with ever-higher expectations.

In this age of artificial intelligence, the future of Furygan also remains resolutely human. I wish to thank the men and women who have made and will continue to make Furygan products for sharing the Furygan vision and high standards on a daily basis. It is their energy, their ideas and determination that fuels our brand today.

I also say a big thank you to our partners, who have helped us innovate and create as we push boundaries and lead in the development of products that have protected so many years riders around the world and enabling them to enjoy what we all love so much; riding motorcycles.

As we celebrate our 55th anniversary I look forward to continue pushing forward together, making every journey and new adventure more exciting and more memorable than the last.”

For more Furygan UK News check out our dedicated page
Furygan UK News

Visit Furygan.com for more information on Furygan products or to locate your nearest dealer.

Suzuki offers 0% finance across multiple models this autumn

Frank Duggan

October 1, 2024

Suzuki is offering 0% APR finance across multiple models this autumn, including the new GSX-S1000GX.

Launched earlier this year and packing a technology suite that includes semi-active suspension and lean angle sensitive ABS and traction control, the GX can be ridden for just £119 per month with a £2,986 deposit or trade-in.

Suzuki Offers 0% Finance Across Multiple Models This Autumn Suzuki’s 0% offering also extends to the GSX-S1000GT and the GSX-S1000, plus the Katana, which is powered by the same GSX-R-derived engine. To sweeten the deal further, both the GX and GT also come with free 36-litre panniers, while buyers of the GSX-S1000 can boost the super-naked’s performance and exhaust note with a free Akrapovič exhaust worth over £1100.

2024 saw the Hayabusa celebrate its 25th anniversary and the launch of an anniversary edition model to mark the occasion. Available on 0% finance alongside the standard Hayabusa, the special edition is available for £159 per month with a £3,725 deposit. Suzuki Offers 0% Finance Across Multiple Models This Autumn

From Suzuki’s adventure bike stable the V-Strom 1050DE, with its 21” front wheel, long-travel suspension and off-road-focused electronics package, is also available as part of the offer and can be had for £119 with a deposit of £3,033, plus comes with a pair of free 37-litre aluminium panniers.

The offers run from 1 October to 16 December 2024.

Find out more about Suzuki’s range of offers here.

For more Suzuki GB news check out our dedicated page Suzuki GB News

For more information on Suzuki Bikes GB visit bikes.suzuki.co.uk/bikes/

Vanucci introduces the new VAJ-5 all-weather motorcycle touring jacket

Frank Duggan

October 1, 2024

The VAJ-5 is Vanucci’s new flagship, high-quality textile touring motorcycle jacket designed to be the perfect companion in every condition, complete with excellent durability, safety and comfort features.

The new VAJ-5 is a now available in the UK exclusively online at Louis Moto – Europe’s number one motorcycle clothing and accessories retailer.

Combining innovative materials with the latest advancements in protective kit, the Vanucci VAJ-5 strikes a perfect balance between form and function. Whether it’s a long road trip, a daily commute, or a spirited ride through winding backroads, the VAJ-5 jacket provides superior protection, comfort, durability and style without compromise.

The VAJ-5 is CE AA certified, and provides outstanding durability and resistance to wear and tear thanks to its sturdy outer textile material. It is also lightweight and flexible, providing riders with comfort and confidence that the jacket will stand up to years of hard use. The jacket is also equipped with SympaTex® membrane technology, offering 100% windproof and waterproof protection in adverse weather conditions.

Vanucci’s VAJ-5 also comes with a detachable thermal lining, making it ideal for year-round use, whether being used during cold winter temperatures or through the heat of summer, the jacket adapts to riders’ needs. Its high breathability also delivers optimal moisture management during warm weather riding for increased comfort.

Vanucci has engineered the VAJ-5 jacket to provide excellent protection, ensuring safety is never compromised. The jacket features CE Level 2 armour on the shoulders and elbows, providing riders with high levels of impact resistance in vulnerable areas. Additionally, it comes with a pocket for an optional back protector, allowing riders to further customise their safety setup. Reflective elements are strategically placed to enhance visibility in low-light conditions, helping riders remain seen when visibility is low.

The jacket’s ergonomically designed sleeves with accordion stretch panels means that even in a tucked riding position, the jacket moves naturally with the rider. Ample ventilation options, including adjustable air inlets on the chest and arms, ensure that the rider remains cool and comfortable in various climates. The VAJ-5 also features multiple adjustment points on the sleeves, waist, and hips to ensure a snug fit, minimising wind flapping at high speeds while allowing full freedom of movement.

With motorcyclists’ needs in mind, the VAJ-5 also offers numerous practical storage options. The jacket includes four waterproof and secure pockets, ideal for safely carrying essential items such as smartphones, wallets, documents and keys. These pockets are easily accessible, even while wearing gloves, adding to the jacket’s rider-friendly design.

The Vanucci VAJ-5 motorcycle jacket is available in UK sizes S-6XL in both male and female fits, priced from £417.00*. UK customers can buy the latest Vanucci motorcycle kit now via Louis Moto’s website, www.louis-moto.co.uk.

For UK motorcyclists shopping online with Louis Moto and its exclusive brands, including Vanucci, VAT and refunds on any applicable customs charges on orders made from the UK will be covered. This means riders can enjoy shopping online without any surprise costs along the way. Free delivery to Great Britain is also available on orders over £199.00.

Style, performance and practicality updates for the Honda NT1100

Frank Duggan

October 1, 2024

Introduced for 2022 model year, the NT1100 offers a timeless combination of desirable performance, engaging handling and long-range comfort, with a raft of the latest technologies and a sleek take on classical tourer style.

This combination has proved immensely popular across Europe, gaining the NT1100 the number one spot in the touring category in 2023.

For 25YM, the NT1100’s styling has been updated and refined to deliver both a sharper silhouette and efficient aerodynamic performance around a riding position that remains tailored for touring. The aesthetic changes are crowned by dual headlights that feature unique new Daytime Running Lights complete with subtly integrated indicators for a supremely sophisticated frontal signature – and improved visibility.

All-round performance receives a substantial boost thanks to changes to the 1,084cc parallel twin cylinder engine. The new tuning – via intake, combustion and exhaust revisions – produces 7% more low- and mid-range torque, while keeping peak power. The engine’s efficiency allows a 400km range from the 20L fuel tank.

True to its ‘New Touring’ brief, both comfort and practicality are boosted for 2025. Reprofiled upper and lower wind deflectors work in unison for even better weather protection; a revised, longer front mudguard contributes to the same cause. The adjustable screen can now be operated one-handed by the rider from a seated position, whilst the larger, redesigned seat offers increased support comfort for the long haul. The standard-fit panniers have also been redesigned, increasing in volume to hold a full-face helmet each.

Operation of the electronic rider aids is now improved by the inclusion of a six-axis Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) for more precise control not only of the three-level Honda Selectable Torque Control but also three-level Wheelie Control, Cornering ABS, and Rear Lift Control. It’s also involved in riding mode management, of which there are three defaults: ‘Urban’, ‘Rain’, and ‘Tour’. Individual customisation of all parameters is also possible in ‘User’ mode.

Further elevation of the touring experience is provided by the new option of Showa Electronically Equipped Ride Adjustment (Showa-EERA™) suspension. Offered alongside the standard Showa suspension version, the advanced Showa-EERA™ offers real-time optimisation of damping in all riding conditions, as well as the ability to adjust rear spring preload on the move.

A final touch for improved comfort comes in the shape of revisions to Honda’s proven six-speed Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT), which has been redeveloped to improve low-speed feel and is now linked to the IMU for intuitive gear shifting while cornering.

The full range of equipment is as impressive as ever: a full colour 6.5-inch TFT touch screen provides customisable displays and offers Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto® smartphone connectivity; cruise control, upgraded heated grips, ACC and USB charging sockets, self-cancelling indicators, Emergency Stop Signals (ESS) and a centre stand are all also standard fit.

The 25YM NT1100 and NT1100 Electronic Suspension will be available in the following three new colour options:

Mat Warm Ash Metallic
Gunmetal Black Metallic
Pearl Hawkseye Blue

For more Honda Motorcycles UK news check out our dedicated page Honda Motorcycles UK News

or head to the official Honda Motorcycles UK website honda.co.uk/motorcycles.html

Dunlop launches SportSmart mk4 as latest premium hypersport tyre

Frank Duggan

October 1, 2024

New road-focused hypersport tyre offers huge improvement in precision, feedback and wet grip so riders can master the turns

Dunlop has revealed its latest road-focused hypersport tyre, SportSmart mk4, featuring improvements to build on its predecessor’s high level of dynamic road performance for a wide variety of sports bikes.

Replacing the highly popular SportSmart Mk3 in the range, which was launched in 2019, the new SportSmart mk4 represents a substantial improvement thanks to relentless continuous development of every component in the tire. Designed for use predominantly on roads, SportSmart mk4 sits in the range alongside the road/track focused SportSmart TT.

New compound delivers improved wet weather performance

Like its predecessor, SportSmart mk4 features Dunlop’s MultiTread compound on the rear tyre, which combines a stronger centre compound, and softer shoulder compounds to deliver the best combination of durability and cornering performance. The front tyre has the same compound blend as the rear tyres shoulder across its whole tread width, offering the same reassuring behaviour and feedback regardless of lean angle.

The new tyres compound enables dramatically improved wet weather performance with a 20% gain in traction on low grip surfaces and an 18% improvement on medium grip surfaces, along with improved dry weather traction1. The new MultiTread compound features a new polymer blend and the latest high surface area silica, wet and dry grip resins and ‘Fine Carbon’ technology. Together, these help to reduce warm-up time and gain grip and traction on colder days as well as reduce rolling resistance to improve mileage.

“From the start we knew we were asking a lot from our development team,” explains Roberto Finetti, Marketing Manager, Dunlop Motorcycle Europe. “Even today the predecessor tyres performance level is still very high, but we wanted to make a mark and for the new tyre to stand out in the fiercely competitive premium hypersport segment. We were delighted that the team not only reached the target but, in fact, moved the goalposts, especially with the improvements in wet weather performance. The result is a hypersport tyre that allows sports bike riders of all abilities to master the turns.”

Race-winning technology gives a more precise and rewarding ride

Dunlop’s extensive experience in top level superbike and supersport racing is the inspiration for much of the technology used in its premium hypersport range and SportSmart mk4 is the latest tyre to benefit from race-proven innovations.

These developments include Dynamic Front Formula on the front tyre, which helps to obtain the perfect balance between reduced steering effort, grip, stability and feel for the right match between both tyres, and Carcass Tension Control System to tune the casing tension and optimise the footprint to get the most out of the tread compound.

As a result, SportSmart mk4 gives riders an easy turn-in, low-effort direction changes, excellent steering precision and neutral behaviour in corners. Rider comfort is improved for a more enjoyable and precise ride on bumpy or poorly maintained roads.

Dunlop has used finite element analysis (FEA) to develop the distinctive new tread pattern, which is based on those of SportSmart Mk3 and TT but modified to match the new construction and compound properties. These elements work together to obtain the ideal footprint and carcass rigidity in order to reach the desired handling and feeling, as well as a consistent wear and fast warm-up.

“Feedback from test riders indicates a near absence of stand-up when braking at lean, and that the tyres are impervious to load changes in general,” explains Dmitri Talboom, Product Manager, Dunlop Motorcycle Europe. “This is an indication of the improvements our R&D team has made in all aspects of the tyres performance to give sports bike riders of all abilities a rewarding experience. The most demanding riders will value the incredible level of performance, especially in colder or wet conditions, while other riders will notice the precision, ease of turn-in and added comfort to make their rides more enjoyable.”

SportSmart mk4 sits in Dunlop’s premium hypersport range alongside SportSmart TT (50/50 road/track use), D212 GP Racer (for track days) and GP Pro D213 (a race tire for championships that mandate road-legal tires). The existing SportSmart Mk3 will be maintained in a limited number of sizes.

(1) Compared to Dunlop SportSmart Mk3 in 120/70ZR17 front and 180/55ZR17 rear.

Sizes available at launch

120/70ZR17 (58W)
160/60ZR17 (69W)
180/55ZR17 (73W)
190/50ZR17 (73W)
190/55ZR17 (75W)
200/55ZR17 (78W)

“Pressure To Rise” Ready For Debut Featuring Beaubier, Fong And Yaakov Up Close And Personal

Frank Duggan

October 1, 2024

Season Four Of The Popular MotoAmerica Docu-Series Set To Begin On October 3.

MotoAmerica, North America’s premier motorcycle road racing series, is proud to announce that its award-nominated docu-series “Pressure To Rise” will debut its new season on Thursday, October 3 with an exciting new format that takes viewers behind the scenes and away from the racetrack in 12 episodes.
The fourth season of “Pressure To Rise” will feature a different look than the previous seasons. While the first three seasons focused solely on the MotoAmerica Superbike class, season four will feature three riders – Cameron Beaubier, Bobby Fong and Kayla Yaakov – and three classes, Steel Commander Superbike, Mission King Of The Baggers and Supersport.

“The previous format was great, and we all loved it, but it really was only an in-depth weekend recap for Superbike only,” said Steve Radley, the man behind “Pressure To Rise.” “The core audience that watched the show was mostly, if not all, race fans. We wanted to try and grow the audience by making it more personal. The new format is now spread out to three classes and condensed down to three specific riders, all at different places in their careers. We spend time with them at home and on the road to see what makes them tick come race weekend.”

“Pressure To Rise” can be seen on MotoAmerica Live+, YouTube, and the MTRSPT1 network.

“Pressure To Rise” continues to improve,” said MotoAmerica COO Chuck Aksland. “The show provides an engaging behind-the-scenes look at our riders as they prepare for and compete in the MotoAmerica series. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to the sport, it does an excellent job of introducing the riders as more than just athletes. You get to know them on a personal level – their stories, challenges, and what drives them – helping to create a deeper connection between the riders and the audience.”

To view the season-four trailer and episode one premiere of “Pressure To Rise,” click HERE

Brown Crowned Champion as R&G British Talent Cup Goes Down to the Wire at Donington

Frank Duggan

September 30, 2024

Brown Crowned Champion As R&g British Talent Cup Goes Down To The Wire At Donington — 29 Lucas Brown GBR SENCAT Talent Team/Mortimer Racing Honda NSF250
Round 10 – Donington Park
British Superbikes
27-28-29 September 2024

A dramatic finale sees the SENCAT Talent Team / Mortimer Racing rider clinch after a weekend of high-stakes racing.

The 2024 R&G British Talent Cup grand finale triple-header at Donington Park delivered a thrilling conclusion to the championship. With 75 points up for grabs over three races, the drama was intense as the title fight went down to last race of the season between Lucas Brown (SENCAT Talent Team / Mortimer Racing), Amanuel Brinton (Kovara Projects / RS Racing), and Ryan Frost (Fibre Tec Honda). Each race had its share of thrills, spills and standout performances, just as the British Talent Cup has given us all season long.

Race 1: Brown’s Victory Amidst Drama
The first race of the weekend saw early drama when Ryan Frost, a top title contender, crashed out at Craner Curves on the opening lap, dealing a blow to his championship aspirations. This left Lucas Brown, the championship leader, and Filip Surowiak (Honda – Team City Lifting/RS Racing) to fight it out at the front. Surowiak made an aggressive move early on to take the lead, but Brown remained composed, knowing that every point was critical for his title hopes.

Amanuel Brinton and Julian Correa (Microlise Cresswell Racing), who were also fighting to remain in title contention, followed closely, with Brinton showing impressive pace throughout the race. Ultimately, Brown’s consistency paid off, as he secured victory just ahead of Surowiak by 0.527 seconds. Brinton claimed the final podium spot, just 0.680 seconds off the lead, keeping his title hopes alive as they got set to face the decisive Donington double-header on Sunday.

Race 2: Brown’s Championship Under Threat
After the Saturday win, Lucas Brown had the chance to put the championship to bed, and starting from pole, he only needed to finish in the top four to clinch the title. However, his race took a dramatic turn when he crashed out at Coppice Corner early on, opening the door for his rivals.

Harley McCabe (Honda – Fibre Tec Honda) seized the opportunity and delivered a flawless ride to claim his first win of the season. Ryan Frost bounced back from his Race 1 crash to take second place, with Julian Correa rounding out the podium. Amanuel Brinton could only manage fourth, but Lucas Brown’s crash left the championship wide open heading into the final race.

Race 3: Frost Wins, Brown Clinches the Title
The final race of the weekend and the season saw Lucas Brown needing to finish inside the top 14 to secure the championship, but it would be no mean feat starting from 20th on the grid. At the front, Ryan Frost was determined to end the season on a high note, battling with Harley McCabe, Filip Surowiak, and Amanuel Brinton.

A leading group of Frost, Surowiak, Brinton, Correa and McCabe formed, over 15 seconds ahead of the rest of the grid. The lead changed multiple times throughout the race, but it was Frost who emerged victorious, securing his fifth win of the season ahead of Race 2 winner McCabe, just 0.470 seconds behind, with Surowiak completing the podium and a top 5 separated by less than a second.

Meanwhile, Lucas Brown executed a composed ride, carving his way through the field to finish seventh, which was more than enough to crown him the 2024 R&G British Talent Cup champion.

Despite the pressure and drama of the final weekend, Lucas Brown remained focused and consistent throughout the season, taking 12 podiums, including three wins on his way to the title.

Amanuel Brinton finishes second in the championship after a stellar season, taking three victories in his nine podiums.

Ryan Frost ends the year third in the standings, just two points behind Brinton. He has claim to the most wins of the season, having stood on the top step five times.

And thus concludes a thrilling season of the R&G British Talent Cup, with a record 18 races at eight different rounds, with ten different riders on the podium throughout the season. The British Talent Cup will return in 2025 as more young hopefuls begin their path on the Road to MotoGP™.

For more info checkout our dedicated British Talent Cup News page

Or visit the official British Talent Cup website britishtalentcup.com

©Words/Images are from official press release posted courtesy of www.britishtalentcup.com

Legendary Bikes And Racing History On Display At The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show

Frank Duggan

September 30, 2024

MOTORCYCLE enthusiasts are in for a treat at this year’s Stafford Bike Show, taking place on October 12-13, featuring an exceptional collection of classic bikes and a unique reunion of legendary racing machines.

This two-day event promises to be a must-attend for riders, collectors, and fans of motorcycling history.

Among the notable bikes on display will be the Honda NS400R, a lightweight sportbike known for its compact design and responsive handling, the dual-sport Honda XL250R, ideal for both on-road and off-road adventures, the timeless Suzuki B120P, loved for its reliability and simplicity, and the stunning Yamaha RD500LC, an iconic 1980s racing machine that captured the hearts of speed lovers everywhere.

But that’s not all—race fans will be thrilled to see the Carl Fogarty and Frankie Chili race bikes reunited for the first time in years. The Ducati 916 and Ducati 998.5, which carried these two superbike legends to some of their greatest triumphs, will take centre stage. Carl Fogarty, a four-time World Superbike Champion, and Frankie Chili, with 17 World Superbike victories, are sure to reignite memories of their fierce rivalry on the track.

In addition to these iconic displays, visitors can explore vibrant trade stands, enjoy live entertainment, and soak up the electric atmosphere that The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show sponsored by Carole Nash is known for. Whether you’re a fan of vintage motorcycles or the high-adrenaline world of racing, this event has something for everyone.

Tickets for The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show sponsored by Carole Nash, running October 12-13, are now on sale, with advance tickets priced at £16 and £20 on the gate. For more details and to purchase tickets, visit www.classicbikeshows.com.

Isotta Seats from Pyramid

Frank Duggan

September 30, 2024

Hand-crafted, luxury Italian motorcycle seats exclusive to Pyramid

Isotta luxury motorcycle seats are now exclusively available in the UK through Pyramid, offering UK riders a taste of the Italian dolce vita.

Hailing from the legendary ‘motor valley’ – the birthplace of Italy’s most iconic cars and motorcycles – Isotta has been a major player in the Italian motorcycle accessory scene since 1952. Designed and handmade in their factory, with meticulous attention to detail and using the finest materials, Isotta seats offer the ultimate seating experience on the market.

Each one is made from 100% waterproof materials, with high-frequency welded seams to prevent water or dirt infiltration. Advanced foams and ergonomic shaping offer unmatched comfort, while the ThermoPro cover material regulates seat temperature.

Upgrades are available for both rider and passenger seats. There are three height options to choose from – Standard, Low (2 cm lower than standard) and Raised (3 cm higher than standard), all in a range of colours and finishes.

Isotta even produces a special ‘Prostate Channel’ seat for superior comfort on longer rides.

Isotta Seats are currently available for the BMW R1200GS and R1250GS, and Honda’s CRF 1100L Africa Twin. Fitments for the BMW R1300GS, Benelli TRK 502 and 702 and Honda CB500 and NX500 are coming soon.

Prices for the Rider Comfort Seat to fit the BMW R1250GS (pictured) start at £259.99 and the matching Pillion Comfort Seat sells for £234.99 (inc VAT).

Find them at pyramidmoto.co.uk

Baz Gets His First MotoAmerica Superbike Win At New Jersey Motorsports Park

Frank Duggan

September 30, 2024

Baz Is The First Frenchman To Win An AMA Superbike Race In A Thriller In New Jersey.

Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati’s Loris Baz became the first Frenchman to win an AMA Superbike race on Sunday at New Jersey Motorsports Park with a thrilling victory in a race that featured five riders finishing within a second of Baz and his Ducati Panigale V4 R.

In winning his first MotoAmerica Superbike race, Baz became the 68^th rider in AMA Superbike history to taste victory. He was also the seventh rider to win a MotoAmerica Superbike race in 2024, with the previous high being five different winners in a season.

Second place went to EasyHealthPlans.com/TopPro Racing’s Sean Dylan Kelly with the Floridian fighting his way through the pack to emerge as the one to give Baz the most fits in the final few laps. Kelly came up just .151 of a second short in earning his seventh podium of the season, which includes his first Superbike win a few weeks ago in Texas.

Wrench Motorcycles’ Bobby Fong earned his second podium finish of the weekend as he was hot on Kelly’s rear wheel in third place, ending up .140 of a second adrift of the BMW.

Fourth place, for the second straight day, went to Tytlers Cycle Racing’s Cameron Beaubier with the five-time MotoAmerica Superbike Champion just a tick over half a second behind Baz and only .127 of a second behind Fong. Right on Beaubier’s rear wheel was fifth-placed Richie Escalante on the Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki in what turned out to be one of the best Superbike races of the season.

Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati’s Josh Herrin, meanwhile, wrapped up his second AMA Superbike Championship yesterday with an impressive ride to victory, but today he was playing wingman to Baz in a role reversal. Herrin followed Baz for 90 percent of the race, but suddenly there were four riders on the attack. At that point, Herrin tapped out and he cruised home to sixth place, some three seconds behind his teammate Baz.

With his win on Saturday, Herrin tied Wayne Rainey on the all-time Superbike win list for 10^th with his 16^thvictory. He is now one victory behind Nicky Hayden for ninth on the win list.

Seventh place went to Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki’s Brandon Paasch, who was well clear of FLO4LAW Racing’s Benjamin Smith. MD Motorsport RK Racing’s Richard Kerr and Jones Honda’s Ashton Yates rounded out the top 10.

After nine rounds and 18 races, Herrin ended the season 55 points ahead of Beaubier, 335-280, with Fong finishing third and the top-ranked Yamaha rider. Just 12 points behind Fong came Superbike rookie Kelly.

Baz’s second season of MotoAmerica Superbike racing netted him fifth in the title chase, just four points behind Kelly and 28 points ahead of Attack Performance/Progressive/Yamaha Racing’s Cameron Petersen with the South African unfortunately finishing his season with another mechanical DNF.

Baz Gets His First Motoamerica Superbike Win At New Jersey Motorsports Park — Seven-time AMA Superbike Champion Mat Mladin presents the winner’s trophy to Loris Baz, who became the first Frenchman to win an AMA Superbike race. Photo by Brian J. Nelson

Superbike Race 2

Loris Baz (Ducati)
Sean Dylan Kelly (BMW)
Bobby Fong (Yamaha)
Cameron Beaubier (BMW)
Richie Escalante (Suzuki)
Josh Herrin (Ducati)
Brandon Paasch (BMW)
Benjamin Smith (Yamaha)
Richard Kerr (Honda)
Ashton Yates (Honda)

Quotes…

Loris Baz – Winner

“The guys did a good job because since Austin I’ve been struggling a lot with my start. We had some problem with my clutch. They found some parts that were not nice after Austin, so they changed it. But yesterday I had a bad start again and had a really strange feeling going into the warmup lap, so I was scared going to the race. But I had a good start. I can manage to go first and finally able to be aggressive again like I was in ’21. That has been the biggest problem for me this year. Not being able to be aggressive and overtake guys, for many reasons in the setup. I was first, and because we didn’t have many dry sessions this year, only two and it was the two races, I didn’t know what to expect from the rear tire drop at the end. So, I knew I had Josh (Herrin) and one guy, and then they just showed me there was Josh. So, I tried to slow down the pace, not use my tire, and then I was watching Josh’s pit board and it was plus 1.5, plus 1, plus 0.5. I was like, ‘whoa, they’re coming back.’ But then I was just instead of trying to push and kill the tire, I tried to close the line. Josh showed me his wheel. I overtook him again. I think he made my life easier. I think he had something more all season than everyone, and especially today. I saw in the warmup how his bike reacted. But we did some changes. We went in this direction. We changed the lean of the bike between the warmup and the race, so big thanks to the crew for that, and I felt good. It’s cool that we worked together all year and it’s paying off, especially for the team. It’s so cool to end up like this. It’s the home race for the whole team and we’re going to celebrate at the Mount Airy Casino tonight, which is a sponsor of the team. So, it’s cool. My dad is here. It’s the first time he came to a race in America. He’s going to come every race next year. Coming back to the race, last lap I knew there were many guys behind. I could hear that it was not Josh anymore. I thought it was Cam (Beaubier). I just tried to close the line. Going into that last lap, Hayden Gillim moved yesterday going in. I was like, should I close the door, or should I just try to go in fast and see what happens? I’m just happy it worked out. Sometimes just a tiny bit that makes you a hero or zero. But I’m proud of what I did and what all the guys did in HSBK this weekend.”

Sean Dylan Kelly – Second Place

“Definitely a pretty amazing way to finish off the season. Obviously, we always want to finish off strong. I didn’t win today, but I think that was definitely one of my two strongest races of the whole season. The other one being obviously when I won. This one, I came from a ways back and both Ducatis got up really strong at the beginning. I was able to get through the pack. Obviously qualifying seventh was not ideal, so I had to make some moves, make some passes. Straight out of the gate I felt way better than yesterday. Not too much to say. Up until today, it was a very strange weekend. Obviously, it was strange for everyone with the weather, but even just how I felt on the bike, some issues we were having, some things that we were running into and some silly mistakes we were making within the team, too. Like Q1 when I qualified seventh, that was first on me and then on the team. We didn’t do the right strategy. We definitely messed some things up today, but we are a rookie rider, rookie team. I think we didn’t make as many as we thought we should have this season in general, so it’s okay to get it in. Maybe we relaxed a bit too much after a win a couple weeks ago. We got it together today. I felt amazing. I saw Cam (Beaubier) struggling a little bit, so I got by him and it seemed like he got some pace while being behind me and he got in front of me. He made fastest lap, and then he made a mistake. I got by. I learned a little bit from him that fast lap. I feel like once he did that, I just kept on repeating the lap time. I just put my head down and I was just committed to getting to these guys. Got by Josh with a few laps to go. I definitely tried it on (Loris) Baz, but it was going to be way, way too dirty. He was braking really strong. Obviously, I was also a bit toasted up from coming a couple seconds back. I’m pretty stoked for him. I didn’t realize it was his first-ever win here, so that’s pretty badass that we did it two weekends in a row. It’s a pleasure to be racing with these dudes.”

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Herfoss Crowned In King Of The Baggers Finale At New Jersey Motorsports Park

Frank Duggan

September 30, 2024

Troy Herfoss And Hayden Gillim Are The Final 2024 Champions Crowned In The 2024 MotoAmerica Championship.

Herfoss Crowned In King Of The Baggers Finale At New Jersey Motorsports Park — Troy Herfoss had plenty to smile about after winning the Mission King Of The Baggers race and earning the 2024 championship. Photo by Brian J. Nelson

S&S/Indian Motorcycle’s Troy Herfoss removed any drama from Sunday’s title decider in the Mission King Of The Baggers finale at New Jersey Motorsports Park as the Australian made the race his own, crossing the finish line as the 2024 Mission King Of The Baggers Champion.

Although the pair were separated by just two points at the start of Sunday’s finale, the winner-take-all thriller between Herfoss and Harley-Davidson Factory Racing’s Kyle Wyman never materialized. Wyman got the start he wanted, led briefly and was soon passed by Herfoss. It didn’t take Wyman long to realize he didn’t have the same pace as his Indian-mounted rival, and it ended up being a tough day at the office for the winningest rider ind Mission King Of The Baggers history.

It didn’t get any easier for Wyman when he was attacked from behind by RevZilla/Motul/Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson’s Rocco Landers with the 19-year-old eventually taking second from the New Yorker. Wyman held on for third and he and Herfoss ended the season just 11 points apart.

For Herfoss it was his seventh win of the year and his 14^th trip to the podium out of 18 races and he adds the King Of The Baggers title to his three Australian Superbike Championships. He crossed the line 1.7 seconds ahead of Landers after fist pumping his way through the final set of corners.

Landers, in turn, was just .119 of a second ahead of a disappointed Wyman.

Landers late-season burst of speed moved him all the way to fourth in the championship. He actually tied his teammate Hayden Gillim, fifth today, in the points tally, but the spot went to Gillim via the tiebreaker.

“Firstly, thank you,” Herfoss said. “It’s been an incredible journey. Seriously, twelve months ago I was in this position in Australia and on top of the world, but didn’t know exactly what I wanted from racing moving forward. This incredible opportunity to come and race for a new motorcycle (brand) in King Of The Baggers came up. I wanted to step outside my comfort zone, and that’s exactly what it was. I was extremely uncomfortable from the banks of Daytona through the world championship crowds at COTA to the gravel trap at Brainerd, and to here, this moment winning a championship. It’s been a wild ride and an incredible journey. Kyle (Wyman) has been an amazing competitor, just a true professional in every way. He literally just kept himself in there on his bad days, and on the good days he made me pay. It was exciting. It was stressful. It’s a real highlight for me. Last year was a huge highlight for me, coming back from a big injury to win a Superbike Championship in Australia. But I don’t know if I believed I could do this at the start of the year, so that’s why it makes it pretty special for me.”

Stock 1000 – Seven Is Heaven For Gillim

With a 12-point lead in hand at the start of the last Stock 1000 race of the season, Real Steel Motorsports’ Hayden Gillim didn’t have to win to be crowned champion. But he won anyway.

The win, his seventh of the year, combined with his rival Jayson Uribe finishing third on the OrangeCat BMW M 1000 RR, gave Gillim his second successive Stock 1000 Championship with this one coming on a Honda CBR1000RR-R SP – thus giving Honda its first-ever MotoAmerica title.

Second place went to Jones Honda’s Ashton Yates with the Georgian hounding Gillim for the entire race. Yates waited until the final lap to make a move on Gillim with a pass in turn one on the final lap. But it didn’t stick as Gillim re-passed him immediately. From there it was just a case of defending the inside and keeping Yates behind him.

Yates held on for second, just .049 of a second off the back of Gillim, and it was enough to earn him third in the championship.

Uribe ended a highly successful season of racing with a third-place finish as he narrowly topped FLO4LAW Racing’s Benjamin Smith on the final lap by just .030 of a second.

AMD Motorsport RK Racing’s Richard Kerr was fifth with the Irishman well clear of sixth-placed Bryce Prince on his BPR Yamaha YZF-R1.

“It means a lot,” Gillim said. “Haven’t had a weekend like this since Barber. Had a couple crashes and made it a lot harder on ourselves. Jayson (Uribe) was making us work for it. Ashton (Yates) was really getting it going here at the end. It’s cool to have Honda one and two and wrap up the championship for the Real Steel Southern Honda Powersports team. It’s cool to have the family and everybody here and all the fans. Thanks for sticking it out in the weather.”

Junior Cup – Chapin In A Thriller

On Sunday, it was the final race of the final season for the Junior Cup Championship as the class gives way to the inaugural MotoAmerica Talent Cup Championship in 2025. Two teams and four riders raced in close formation at the front, and who would win, who would reach the podium, and who would finish just off the podium were in question right up until they crossed the finish line.

BARTCON Racing’s Matthew Chapin, who won the championship two weekends ago at Circuit of The Americas, prevailed with the win by just .252 of a second over Bad Boys Racing’s Ella Dreher, while Dreher’s older brother Avery Dreher – who was this year’s defending class champion – crossed the finish line only .018 of a second behind Ella to take the third spot on the podium.

Chapin’s teammate Eli Block finished fourth, just missing out on the podium by .008 of a second.

“Oh, man. That race was really fun,” Chapin said. “I had fun battling with Eli, Avery, and Ella. They were all ripping. It was overall a great race. None of us really made any mistakes. It was really hard to close the gap to Avery at first. He was fast right from the start. I just want to give a huge thanks to (team owner) Colin Barton and (crew chief) Mike Skowronek for everything they’ve done for me this season. My mom and dad, and all my family and friends for coming out. Blud lubricants, KYT, Bison, thank you guys.”

Supersport – Jacobsen Ends It In Victory

With the 2024 Supersport Championship decided on Saturday at New Jersey Motorsports Park, title winner Mathew Scholtz was free to mix it up with the field on Sunday.

And mix it up, he did. It was “just like old times again” in MotoAmerica’s middleweight class as Strack Racing’s Scholtz and Rahal Ducati Moto’s PJ Jacobsen took their familiar spots at the front of the field and proceeded to swap the lead back and forth.

The situation stabilized in the middle laps of the race as Jacobsen established himself in the lead. The New Yorker then stretched his lead at the front and took the checkered flag nearly three-and-a-half seconds ahead of race runner-up Scholtz. Jacobsen’s teammate Corey Alexander finished third, almost 13 seconds behind Scholtz.

“Last night, I didn’t sleep too well,” Jacobsen said. “It was a hard race yesterday for me. I was really struggling, but we kind of went back to the drawing board last night and figured out some stuff that we saw on the data. I felt pretty good in morning warmup, and then, in the race, I felt really good, as well. I was actually surprised that (Mathew) Scholtz was there and made the pass. I was running mid-22s at that point. I was like, ‘Wow, this is pretty fast.’ But it’s been like that all season with him. I was happy to get the win here for the last race of the season and going into winter like that. Especially for the team itself. They worked so hard this first season. So, I’m really proud of the team and everything that they’ve accomplished. We didn’t get the championship, but we definitely fought pretty hard for it. We made some mistakes along the way as a team, also me as a rider. I feel like it was a really good season.

“Having Scholtz as a person to battle with all year, we used to talk more in Superbike and stuff, and I think all the stuff that drew to the competition. It was almost like UFC fighting. It was really good. At the end of the day, that’s how it should be. You don’t want to be laughing and stuff like that with the person you’re battling with. You go in there, and he has to pay his bills, and I have to pay mine. So, at the end of the day, he won a championship, and we’re not really friends on the track. So, I congratulate him and the whole team. Hopefully, he and I can start talking again and be friends. It’s been a long season. Congrats to them. I really enjoyed this whole season, even though it’s been super up-and-down. I had strong moments and bad ones. You look back and you learn from all that stuff. So, we’ll just move forward and get ready for next year.”

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Kay de Wolf Clinches The MX2 World Championship

Frank Duggan

September 30, 2024

The FIM MX2 World Motocross Championship was decided in southern Spain today at the MXGP of Castilla La Mancha as the 20th and final round of the season saw the year-long battle between Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing teammates Kay de Wolf and Lucas Coenen reach its conclusion with a day to remember for both riders!

Ultimately it was Dutch flyer De Wolf who became the new MX2 World Champion, but his day was not straightforward as Coenen did everything possible to take the title away with two commanding race wins, getting to within just 20 points at the end of 20 Grands Prix! However, with sensible riding, the red plate holder deservedly claimed the title on his 20th birthday, after a season of sustained and consistent brilliance.

Lucas Coenen’s pace in the RAM Qualifying Race on Sunday was ominous for Kay de Wolf, but a 34-point cushion looked to be enough if he held his nerve. However, as his teammate started in the top three, the red plate holder was outside the top ten after the first corner and almost seemed to be riding too cautiously.

Thibault Benistant took his third Fox Holeshot Award of the season for Monster Energy Yamaha MX2, and led until lap three as Coenen forced his machine towards an inside line on a rutted left-hander. This left the Frenchman to deal with Simon Laengenfelder, with nothing to gain or lose for Red Bull GASGAS Factory Racing as he was already set for the series bronze medal. The German could not find a way through, and instead came under pressure from the outgoing World Champion, Andrea Adamo!

The lone Red Bull KTM Factory Racing warrior for the day had to pass Benistant’s Monster Energy Yamaha teammate Karlis Reisulis for fourth and dived past Laengenfelder on lap nine. With a similar move along the start straight he also got past Benistant two laps later. Laengenfelder eventually passed Thibault on lap 14 to claim third in the race.

Meanwhile, Ferruccio Zanchi took his best finish of the year for Team HRC in fifth after a battle with F & H Racing’s Quentin Prugnieres, but the Kawasaki man dropped the bike to eventually finish tenth. De Wolf was locked towards the edge of the top ten, fighting with the Monster Energy Triumph Racing duo Mikkel Haarup and Camden McLellan!

All three got past Reisulis, who finished in ninth, but with De Wolf needing fourth to seal the Championship even with Lucas winning, it was never on the cards as Haarup took sixth, and De Wolf only just held off McLellan to finish seventh. With Lucas winning by over 22 seconds, the gap was 23 points going into the final race!

With a complete change of strategy, De Wolf attacked the start of race two, and came out with a shock Fox Holeshot Award, only his third of the season! Again Benistant and Coenen were right at the front, with Haarup and Reisulis in tow. Laengenfelder and Adamo looked to have ruled themselves out of the podium places with dire opening laps.

De Wolf gave Coenen little resistance when the Belgian teenager made his move, but although Benistant looked close initially, the Dutch birthday boy was not in a mood to drop any further down the order.

Oriol Oliver had started well in his home Grand Prix for WZ Racing KTM, but Zanchi passed him on lap six for sixth position. The young Italian would finish there, but only after Adamo charged through to a brilliant fourth. Reisulis dropped back to tenth position where he would finish overall, behind Laengenfelder who had fell down to 13th at one stage in the race but recovered to ninth for fifth overall.

Prugnieres rose through the order to claim seventh position and eighth overall, passing Oliver with five laps to go, leaving the Spaniard ninth overall. Adamo’s pass on Haarup came courtesy of a small mistake for the Dane with just three laps remaining, putting the Triumph man in sixth overall ahead of Zanchi. Adamo’s brilliant ride left him second overall, with Benistant third, completing a decent return from injury with some podium pie! De Wolf’s second left him fourth overall, nearly 22 seconds down on Coenen at the flag, but the more important prize was the MX2 World Championship, four years into his MX2 career and completing a seven-year run with the factory Husqvarna squad. It is the brand’s first world title since 1999, and its first under its current Austrian ownership!

Coenen, with his tenth career GP win and ninth of the season, had closed the gap to 20 points at the end of the 20th round, but it was the man who turned 20 today that took his first World Championship, the perfect birthday present at the end of an incredible year of racing!

Kay de Wolf: “It felt pretty good. Lucas was on a good pace, so I let him go. I just controlled my own race and got this gold plate finally in my hands. Leading the whole season and finally getting this gold plate is unreal. I can’t do it without this team. They’ve been working so hard for me. Also my friends, family, all my private sponsors, they’ve been amazing. Big thanks to them and we’re going to enjoy this one.”

Lucas Coenen: “Of course the season was good, I got a lot of race wins, also got problems in the beginning of the season with the bike and with me. So, I mean, overall, it’s been a good end of the season, let’s say. We know the problems we had, so I mean, those problems are quite sorted out now so I’m looking forward to the MX of Nations and then let’s see what going to come next year”

Simon Laengenfelder: “I need to say it was a tough year. I started quite okay, but I never made it to the top seven of the podium, which is a bit of a shame, but yeah, another bronze medal I think, three bronze medals are not too bad, with another with a broken collarbone and coming back directly the weekend after i would say with another with a broken collarbone and coming back directly the weekend after i would say it was not it was not the best but was also quite good. Congratulations thanks a lot.”

MX2 – Grand Prix Race 1 – Top 10 Classification: 1. Lucas Coenen (BEL, Husqvarna), 34:32.130; 2. Andrea Adamo (ITA, KTM), +0:22.731; 3. Simon Laengenfelder (GER, GASGAS), +0:26.616; 4. Thibault Benistant (FRA, Yamaha), +0:28.149; 5. Ferruccio Zanchi (ITA, Honda), +0:28.802; 6. Mikkel Haarup (DEN, Triumph), +0:30.321; 7. Kay de Wolf (NED, Husqvarna), +0:31.408; 8. Camden Mc Lellan (RSA, Triumph), +0:33.958; 9. Karlis Alberts Reisulis (LAT, Yamaha), +0:53.288; 10. Quentin Marc Prugnieres (FRA, Kawasaki), +0:54.202

MX2 – Grand Prix Race 2 – Top 10 Classification: . Lucas Coenen (BEL, Husqvarna), 34:14.738; 2. Kay de Wolf (NED, Husqvarna), +0:21.998; 3. Thibault Benistant (FRA, Yamaha), +0:23.182; 4. Andrea Adamo (ITA, KTM), +0:29.928; 5. Mikkel Haarup (DEN, Triumph), +0:30.888; 6. Ferruccio Zanchi (ITA, Honda), +0:37.448; 7. Quentin Marc Prugnieres (FRA, Kawasaki), +0:44.825; 8. Oriol Oliver (ESP, KTM), +0:46.616; 9. Simon Laengenfelder (GER, GASGAS), +0:51.297; 10. Karlis Alberts Reisulis (LAT, Yamaha), +0:54.557

MX2 Overall – Top 10 Classification: 1. Lucas Coenen (BEL, HUS), 50 points; 2. Andrea Adamo (ITA, KTM), 40 p.; 3. Thibault Benistant (FRA, YAM), 38 p.; 4. Kay de Wolf (NED, HUS), 36 p.; 5. Simon Laengenfelder (GER, GAS), 32 p.; 6. Mikkel Haarup (DEN, TRI), 31 p.; 7. Ferruccio Zanchi (ITA, HON), 31 p.; 8. Quentin Marc Prugnieres (FRA, KAW), 25 p.; 9. Oriol Oliver (ESP, KTM), 23 p.; 10. Karlis Alberts Reisulis (LAT, YAM), 23 p

MX2 – World Championship Classification: 1. Kay de Wolf (NED, HUS), 959 points; 2. Lucas Coenen (BEL, HUS), 939 p.; 3. Simon Laengenfelder (GER, GAS), 852 p.; 4. Liam Everts (BEL, KTM), 749 p.; 5. Mikkel Haarup (DEN, TRI), 694 p.; 6. Andrea Adamo (ITA, KTM), 674 p.; 7. Rick Elzinga (NED, YAM), 555 p.; 8. Sacha Coenen (BEL, KTM), 456 p.; 9. Camden Mc Lellan (RSA, TRI), 424 p.; 10. Ferruccio Zanchi (ITA, HON), 393 p

MX2 – Manufacturers Classification: 1. Husqvarna, 1105 points; 2. KTM, 942 p.; 3. GASGAS, 864 p.; 4. Triumph, 741 p.; 5. Yamaha, 702 p.; 6. Honda, 428 p.; 7. Kawasaki, 369 p.; 8. Fantic, 290 p.; 9. TM, 60 p.;

MXGP OF CASTILLA LA MANCHA QUICK FACTS:

Circuit length: 1550m

Type of ground: Hard Pack

Temperature: 27°

Weather conditions: Sunny

Crowd Attendance: 36,300

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Jorge Prado Takes His Second Straight MXGP World Championship

Frank Duggan

September 30, 2024

The FIM Motocross World Motocross Championship came to a scorching conclusion in southern Spain today at the MXGP of Castilla La Mancha as the 20th and final round of the season saw reigning World Champion Jorge Prado retain his crown with overall victory for Red Bull GASGAS Factory Racing, but he was pushed all the way to the very last race with a final winning margin of just ten points!

From his dominant form in Saturday’s RAM Qualifying Race, the red plate holder made it clear that he had no intention of losing the title on home ground, and with two clear holeshots and scintillating early pace, he fought off the challenge of Team HRC’s Tim Gajser to clinch his fourth World Championship, to the delight of his home fans, although there was a scare for him on the way!

The writing was on the wall for the reigning Champion’s rivals after his clear win in the RAM Qualifying Race on Saturday, although Jeffrey Herlings again showed his pace with the fastest time in the morning Warm-Up session for Red Bull KTM Factory Racing.

The sheer speed of Prado into the first corner of race one was once more nothing short of breath-taking, and he crossed the Fox Holeshot line on the exit with around five bike lengths on the next rider, Jeremy Seewer, in his last GP for the Kawasaki Racing Team.

Local fans had cause for concern, however, as Gajser immediately snapped past both Seewer and the fast-starting Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP rider Andrea Bonacorsi to get himself up into second place, and the Slovenian started hounding the rear wheel of the Spanish hero.

Coming out of the second corner, Herlings had run wide off the track, and was judged to have gained an advantage as he rejoined, resulting in a three-position penalty. Regardless, he charged through to third position on track by the close, relegated to sixth position by the penalty.

One of the riders he passed was Standing Construct Honda rider Alberto Forato, who fought forward throughout the race, passing Seewer with a strong move at the end of the start straight on lap 14. Sadly for the Italian, he tipped over in a corner on the following lap, allowing Seewer and his Kawasaki Racing Team stablemate Romain Febvre into what was ultimately third and fourth. Forato recovered to be classified in fifth.

Behind the top six were Bonacorsi, Team Ship To Cycle Honda Motoblouz SR rider Valentin Guillod, then Maxime Renaux in ninth for Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP after a nasty crash in the early laps. Jan Pancar rounded out the top ten on his TEM JP253 KTM.

At the front, Prado did what he does best, and despite Gajser’s best efforts the Spaniard edged away to build a seven-second lead before easing off in the closing laps to secure his 17th Sunday race win of the campaign and take a 12-point lead into the final race of the year!

That final race began in usual fashion for the Champ, with another clinical Fox Holeshot Award, his 18th for the season! This time it was Gajser who ran off the circuit, exiting turn one and rejoining between some advertising boards. He was judged not to have gained an advantage and was allowed to race on without penalty.

Seewer was again right at the sharp end, but Herlings blasted past him into the third corner and looked to be racing with intentions on a race win. Febvre and Gajser also advanced past Seewer before the start of the first full lap.

Behind the top five, the drying circuit was at its toughest, and most of the top ten held their positions until the end, including Guillod in a solid sixth, Fantic Factory Racing’s Glenn Coldenhoff, home rider Ruben Fernandez in eighth for Team HRC, with Renaux and Pancar again finishing ninth and tenth after Bonacorsi suffered a fall down the order. Guillod would take sixth overall ahead of Forato, Coldenhoff, Renaux, and Pancar.

The big moment occurred on lap seven, as Prado’s rear wheel suddenly stepped out on a downhill and he was forced to run off the circuit! Under pressure from Herlings at the time, “The Bullet” immediately led, and the fans looked worried as Prado seemed to cruise for a few corners, allowing Febvre and Gajser into second and third. Fortunately for the #1, there was no issue with his machine, and he took it easy to the flag. Gajser did all he could but couldn’t close on the leading pair, and Febvre tipped over in a corner as he tried to pressure Herlings, but kept hold of second place.

This left the top three in the series, Prado, Gajser, and Herlings to finish in that order overall, with Febvre and Seewer fourth and fifth in the GP. Prado had the crowd fully behind him all the way to the chequered flag, and the celebrations are continuing long into the night! His 49th career GP win levels him with Gajser, and he becomes the first back-to-back MXGP World Champion since the Slovenian’s successful title defence of 2020. It was a good day to be a Spanish Motocross fan in Cozar!

Jorge Prado: “This is just unbelievable like at the beginning of the season I wouldn’t imagine to be sitting in this position right now and I was just enjoying it so much that second race was so long it just didn’t end and you know so much work goes behind this and all the fans came over they were supporting every single lap of every race and this is amazing to see this. Amazing to feel in that atmosphere over there when I was in the party and just unbelievably grateful to get the world title over here in Spain with my fans with my family my friends with everyone. Just thank you everyone, it’s been an awesome year again!.”

Tim Gajser: “I mean we had a great season, you know, nice battle with Jorge and with Jeffrey. So, congrats to Jorge for winning the title. I was really close this year, I was giving my best and I think we had a really good championship. So, I want to say a huge thank you to all my team, the bike was amazing for the all year and everybody around me. So, a huge thank you. Thank you very much guys.”

Jeffrey Herlings: “So first of all over the weekend, yeah, you know to finish 3rd in the championship I’m quite happy with. Coming out today with a podium it’s okay obviously had quite some bad luck with some decisions. But Jorge, he was the best for the whole year. Starts is one thing he was the king of that and furthermore he he’s a champion so big congrats to him. But I think today the result is and furthermore he was he’s a champion so big congrats to that. I’m looking forward to next year.”

MXGP – Grand Prix Race 1 – Top 10 Classification: 1. Jorge Prado (ESP, GASGAS), 34:12.045; 2. Tim Gajser (SLO, Honda), +0:02.766; 3. Jeremy Seewer (SUI, Kawasaki), +0:22.715; 4. Romain Febvre (FRA, Kawasaki), +0:24.473; 5. Alberto Forato (ITA, Honda), +0:34.497; 6. Jeffrey Herlings (NED, KTM), +0:16.287; 7. Andrea Bonacorsi (ITA, Yamaha), +0:45.920; 8. Valentin Guillod (SUI, Honda), +0:49.842; 9. Maxime Renaux (FRA, Yamaha), +0:50.227; 10. Jan Pancar (SLO, KTM), +0:58.662

MXGP – Grand Prix Race 2 – Top 10 Classification: 1. Jeffrey Herlings (NED, KTM), 34:19.434; 2. Romain Febvre (FRA, Kawasaki), +0:05.501; 3. Tim Gajser (SLO, Honda), +0:12.077; 4. Jorge Prado (ESP, GASGAS), +0:20.893; 5. Jeremy Seewer (SUI, Kawasaki), +0:21.282; 6. Valentin Guillod (SUI, Honda), +0:23.183; 7. Glenn Coldenhoff (NED, Fantic), +0:24.978; 8. Ruben Fernandez (ESP, Honda), +0:25.889; 9. Maxime Renaux (FRA, Yamaha), +0:55.998; 10. Jan Pancar (SLO, KTM), +0:57.416;

MXGP Overall – Top 10 Classification: . Jorge Prado (ESP, GAS), 43 points; 2. Tim Gajser (SLO, HON), 42 p.; 3. Jeffrey Herlings (NED, KTM), 40 p.; 4. Romain Febvre (FRA, KAW), 40 p.; 5. Jeremy Seewer (SUI, KAW), 36 p.; 6. Valentin Guillod (SUI, HON), 28 p.; 7. Alberto Forato (ITA, HON), 25 p.; 8. Glenn Coldenhoff (NED, FAN), 24 p.; 9. Maxime Renaux (FRA, YAM), 24 p.; 10. Jan Pancar (SLO, KTM), 22 p.

MXGP – World Championship – Top 10 Classification: 1. Jorge Prado (ESP, GAS), 996 points; 2. Tim Gajser (SLO, HON), 986 p.; 3. Jeffrey Herlings (NED, KTM), 944 p.; 4. Jeremy Seewer (SUI, KAW), 686 p.; 5. Romain Febvre (FRA, KAW), 651 p.; 6. Glenn Coldenhoff (NED, FAN), 601 p.; 7. Calvin Vlaanderen (NED, YAM), 550 p.; 8. Kevin Horgmo (NOR, HON), 428 p.; 9. Valentin Guillod (SUI, HON), 388 p.; 10. Andrea Bonacorsi (ITA, YAM), 340 p.

MXGP – Manufacturers Classification: 1. Honda, 1017 points; 2. GASGAS, 996 p.; 3. KTM, 956 p.; 4. Kawasaki, 867 p.; 5. Yamaha, 748 p.; 6. Fantic, 643 p.; 7. Husqvarna, 327 p.; 8. Beta, 171 p.; 9. Ducati, 19 p.

MXGP OF CASTILLA LA MANCHA QUICK FACTS:

Circuit length: 1550m

Type of ground: Hard Pack

Temperature: 27°

Weather conditions: Sunny

Crowd Attendance: 36,300

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Marc Vich Crowned R3 bLU cRU World Cup Champion in Breathtaking Final Race

Frank Duggan

September 30, 2024

Mallorca’s Marc Vich has been crowned the 2024 FIM Yamaha R3 bLU cRU World Cup Champion after an incredibly tense race which saw the Top 6 riders over the line covered by just +0.379.

Championship runner up Gonzalo Sanchez took the final win of the season.

The title fight came down to the final metres of Race 2 at Motorland Aragón and an incredible battle involving a huge group of riders made the winner impossible to call until the chequered flag.

Vich got away well, initially grabbing the holeshot at the front of the field, and although the 17-year-old could have played it safe to secure the crown with his 18-point lead, he fought hard to win. This was made tricky by the number of fast riders in the lead group who were all keen to take top spot at the final race of the season. An incident between wildcard Max Palmowski and Takumi Takahashi saw the latter go down, running into the back of Vich in the process. This plummeted the champion elect down to 12th, a position he would not win the title from if his season-long rival Sanchez finished in front. The 16-year-old rookie from Teruel who won last year’s R3 SuperFinale gave everything to get to the head of the pack and take the crown from Vich, but with the likes of Eduardo Burr, Mario Salles, Cameron Swain and Alessandro Di Persio swarming him it was no easy task.

In the closing laps Vich was able to show his steely focus and carefully carve his way back towards the front, eventually finishing the tense race in sixth place. This was enough to secure the title by three points. Sanchez came through to claim the final win of the 2024 season while Salles and Swain completed the podium.

Thanks to a fourth-place finish in Race 2, Italy’s Di Persio takes third position in the final championship standings behind the Spanish pairing. The rookie has shown great potential this season.

All the 2024 R3 bLU cRU World Cup races are available to watch on demand on the Yamaha Racing YouTube channel.

Marc Vich: “I didn’t really have a clear strategy for the race, just the obvious goal of winning the championship. There were a few moments of contact in the race, especially with Takumi’s crash, but I just tried to stay very focused and calm and think of it like any other race. I managed to catch the main group and I was incredibly happy because I knew from there the title was possible. It’s impossible to describe the feeling of becoming R3 World Cup champion, it’s been a huge dream for me and I want to say thank you to everybody who has made it possible. My ultimate dream is to be a rider in the WorldSBK class, and this has put me one step closer.”

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Bennetts British Superbike Championship – Round 10 at Donington Park, Day 3

Matt Anthony

September 29, 2024

Race 2

The second race of the weekend provided intense action and significant implications for the championship.

Race 2 Results

Glenn Irwin (Hager PBM Ducati)
Tommy Bridewell (Honda Racing UK) +0.241s
Kyle Ryde (OMG GRILLA Yamaha Racing) +0.431s
Danny Kent (McAMS Racing Yamaha) +0.741s
Charlie Nesbitt (MasterMac Honda) +1.742s

Key Points:

Glenn Irwin secured a crucial victory to keep his title hopes alive
The race featured a four-way battle between Irwin, Bridewell, Ryde, and Kent
Bridewell initially led but Irwin fought back to take the win
Bridewell saved a big moment on the penultimate lap but recovered to finish second
Glenn Irwin set a new lap record with a time of 1:27.345

Race 3

The final race of the weekend was dramatic and ended prematurely due to a red flag.

Race 3 Results

Kyle Ryde (OMG GRILLA Yamaha Racing)
Danny Kent (McAMS Racing Yamaha) +0.384s

Ryan Vickers (OMG GRILLA Yamaha Racing) +1.727s
Glenn Irwin (Hager PBM Ducati) +3.042s
Tommy Bridewell (Honda Racing UK) +4.521s

Key Points:

Kyle Ryde took the win in a race that was red-flagged and ended early
The race was stopped due to an incident involving Billy McConnell, Christian Iddon, and Jason O’Halloran
OMG GRILLA Yamaha Racing secured a 1-3 finish with Ryde and Vickers
Glenn Irwin and Tommy Bridewell, key championship contenders, finished 4th and 5th respectively
The race was shortened to 18 laps due to the red flag

Analysis

Glenn Irwin’s victory in Race 2 has kept the championship battle wide open
Kyle Ryde’s win in Race 3 has likely boosted his position in the standings
The consistent performances of Danny Kent (4th and 2nd) show he’s a strong contender
The incident in Race 3 involving McConnell, Iddon, and O’Halloran may have championship implications
The varying results between Race 2 and Race 3 demonstrate the competitive and unpredictable nature of the series

Championship Implications

The title fight remains close between Bridewell, Ryde, and Irwin
Kyle Ryde’s strong performances (3rd and 1st) have likely improved his championship position
Glenn Irwin’s win in Race 2 was crucial for keeping his title hopes alive
Tommy Bridewell’s consistent podium in Race 2 and top-5 finish in Race 3 help maintain his championship challenge
The full impact on the championship standings will depend on the points allocation, especially considering the shortened Race 3

The results from today have set up an exciting conclusion to the championship, with multiple riders still in contention for the title. The next round will be crucial in determining the outcome of the 2024 Bennetts British Superbike Championship.

Bautista back on top at Aragon

Frank Duggan

September 29, 2024

Tissot Superpole Race Highlights
A race long three rider battle was settled in Alvaro Bautista’s favour on the final lap. The Aruba.it Racing – Ducati rider made the critical overtaking move just three corners from home to defeat Toprak Razgatlioglu (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) and Nicolo Bulega (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) on the run to the flag.

Having finished second in Race 1, Razgatlioglu repeated his effort during the Superpole Race. The Turkish rider led 3 laps, and set the fastest lap of the race on Lap 7, but couldn’t hold off the charge of Bautista on the final lap.

Race 1 winner Andrea Iannone (Team GoEleven) finished in fourth position ahead of Garrett Gerloff (Bonovo Action BMW) and Danilo Petrucci (Barni Spark Racing Team).

Race 2 Highlights
Starting from pole position Bautista led every lap to claim the 63rd victory of his WorldSBK career. The Ducati rider was under pressure throughout the 18 lap duration as he traded fastest lap after fastest lap with Razgatlioglu but in the closing three laps Bautista finally broke clear and opened a margin of one second to his rival.

Despite starting third and finishing third it was a difficult day for Bulega. The rookie dropped to ninth position on Lap 2 and gradually eased his way back to the podium midway throughout the race. The Ducati rider moved past Lecuona on Lap 3, Locatelli on Lap 4, van der Mark on Lap 6, Petrucci on Lap 8 before overtaking Iannone and Gerloff on Lap 10 as he showed his speed. However, by the time he was in the podium positions he was already five seconds adrift of the race leaders and had to settle for third position.

Iannone and Gerloff fought for fourth until the chequered flag and at the final corner Gerloff tried to attack but ran wide into Turn 16 and Iannone came back past.

By finishing in eighth position Iker Lecuona moved ahead of his Team HRC teammate, Xavi Vierge, in the standings. Vierge finished tenth as Honda continued their strong run of form.

Championship standings

Razgatlioglu extended his championship lead to 39 points over Bulega by virtue of finishing third in all three races this weekend.
Bautista is now 42 points behind his teammate in the standings.
Danilo Petrucci moved into fourth in the standings. The Barni Spark Racing Team sits 13 points ahead of Alex Lowes with the Kawasaki rider ruled out of action following a crash during the Superpole Race.
Ducati extended their Manufacturers Championship lead over BMW to 42 points.

P1 | Alvaro Bautista | Aruba.it Racing – Ducati
“I felt really good with the bike today. It was much better than yesterday because I had some problems with the front in Race 1. Today, I was able to fight for the win and in the Superpole Race I made a last-lap overtake. It was a really enjoyable race this morning and for Race 2 it was great at the start because I was able to lead early on and then focus on myself. At the beginning of the race I struggled with the bike’s weight. In the first few laps, it was great to be in the lead and I could set my pace. As the race continued I felt better and could push more. On the last lap I had a gap to Toprak. I want to say a big thanks to my team. They helped me a lot this weekend to regain the confidence I was missing. I can only be happy with today.”

P2 | Toprak Razgatlioglu | ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team
“I did my best at the start of the race. I followed Alvaro and had a plan to stay with him and then maybe to start fighting with him in the last five laps. However, in those final laps my pace started to drop. Alvaro had more grip than the other bikes in the last laps. I was pushing hard, but I could see that the gap was growing. At that point, I settled for second because it wasn’t possible to catch him. In the long corners Alvaro had a big advantage and he did an incredible job. It feels like he’s made a real comeback. I’m happy for him but I’m focused now on Estoril. I need to win there because finishing second is tough for me.”

P3 | Nicolo Bulega | Aruba.it Racing – Ducati
“The beginning of the race was really difficult because I lost positions with some aggressive riders. I had to pick up the bike in braking and I dropped back to eighth place and I was stuck in the middle of the pack. I managed to recover and reach the podium, but I lost the chance to fight for the top two spots. Alvaro and Toprak both did a great job, congratulations to them. I’ll try again next time.”

WorldSBK Race 2 Results
1. Alvaro Bautista (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati)
2. Toprak Razgatlioglu (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) +3.366s
3. Nicolo Bulega (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) +10.800s
4. Andrea Iannone (Team GoEleven) +12.338s
5. Garrett Gerloff (Bonovo Action BMW) +13.903s
6. Danilo Petrucci (Barni Spark Racing Team) +14.647s

Championship Standings
1. Toprak Razgatlioglu (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) 414 points
2. Nicolo Bulega (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) 375 points
3. Alvaro Bautista (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) 333 points

WorldSBK Tissot Superpole Race Results
1. Alvaro Bautista (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati)
2. Toprak Razgatlioglu (ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team) +0.088s
3. Nicolo Bulega (Aruba.it Racing – Ducati) +0.172s

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Sixth win of the season for Montella

Frank Duggan

September 29, 2024

From fourth on the grid Adrian Huertas made a bad start and dropped to seventh position on the opening lap.

The championship leader struggled throughout the race and eventually finished in fifth position as he was unable to progress through the lead group

Having started from the front row of the grid Yari Montella (Barni Spark Racing Team) made a strong start but running wide at Turn 12 and Turn 15 on Lap 2 dropped him to fifth position. As he made progress through the lead group the combative Italian came past Valentin Debise and Can Oncu on consecutive laps. It was in the second half of the race where Montella showed his speed. Taking the lead on Lap 8 from Jorge Navarro (Orelac Racing Verdnatura) Montella immediately set the fastest lap of the race as he opened a gap that at the end of the 15 lap race was almost two seconds to the field. The victory was his sixth of the season.

Starting from pole position Stefano Manzi (Pata Yamaha Ten Kate Racing) led for the opening third of the race. An aggressive overtaking move by Navarro saw contact between the two on the run to Turn 15 and on the final lap Manzi was able to come back past his rival and claim the tenth second place finish of his season.

A final corner move by Navarro saw him come past Debise (Evan Bros. WorldSSP Yamaha Team) for his second podium of the season.

Championship standings
Huertas now holds a 41 point advantage over Montella in the standings with Manzi five points further back. Huertas can claim the title at the next round of the championship.
Debise has taken command of fourth in the standings to sit 14 points ahead of Marcel Schroetter with four races remaining.

P1 | Yari Montella
“It was a perfect way to end the weekend. Yesterday, we lost a podium finish when I was fighting with Stefano and Valentin. Today I needed to focus on getting to the front and being able to set my pace. I knew that this was our best option to win. The start of the race was a bit crazy but I stayed focused. My goal is to arrive at the final day of the season in Jerez on the final Sunday and to still be fighting for the championship. It’s not easy in Supersport but we need to remain focused on the bike’s setup and try to find the right direction from the start of each weekend. Estoril is a good track for me. I like it and I have good memories there. It should be a fun way to finish the championship.”

WorldSSP Race 2 Results
1. Yari Montella (Barni Spark Racing Team)
2. Stefano Manzi (Pata Yamaha Ten Kate Racing) +1.907s
3. Jorge Navarro (Orelac Racing Verdnatura) +2.132s
4. Valentin Debise (Evan Bros. WorldSSP Yamaha Team) +2.208s
5. Adrián Huertas (Aruba.it Racing WorldSSP Team) +2.789s
6. Tom Booth-Amos (PTR Triumph) +4.078s

Championship Standings
1. Adrián Huertas (Aruba.it Racing WorldSSP Team) 370 points
2. Yari Montella (Barni Spark Racing Team) 329 points
3. Stefano Manzi (Pata Yamaha Ten Kate Racing) 324 points

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Gennai wins again as Mahendra extends championship lead to 16 points

Frank Duggan

September 29, 2024

A red flag for a crash involving Galang Hendra Pratama (ProGP NitiRacing) and Marco Gaggi (Team BrCorse) reduced Race 2 of WorldSSP300 to just seven laps.

When the race restarted it was typically action packed with the championship contenders Aldi Mahendra (Team BrCorse) and Loris Veneman (MTM Kawasaki) starting from the fourth row of the grid.

With six changes of the lead during the seven laps it was only a photo finish at the close that settled the outcome. Mirco Gennai (MTM Kawasaki) claimed the victory by just six thousandths of a second from Mahendra and Jose Osuna Saez (DEZA-BOX 77 Racing Team). The result marked the first podium of the season for Osuna Saez.

Inigio Iglesias (Fusport-RT Motorsport by SKM-Kawasaki) was given a double long lap penalty for irresponsible riding and the Race 1 winner ended the race outside the points.

Championship standings
Mahendra now holds a 16 point lead over Veneman with Iglesias 32 points behind.
Kawasaki wrapped up the Manufacturer Championship with one round to spare.

P1 | Mirko Gennai | MTM Kawasaki
“With only seven laps this was a very difficult race for me. It’s very difficult to plan a strategy on the final lap in this class so when I found myself leading, I gave it 110%! As I exited Turn 15 and accelerated onto the long straight I expected riders to overtake me but, for some reason, they didn’t. In the end I’m very happy to cross the line first!”

WorldSSP300 Race 2 Results
1. Mirko Gennai (MTM Kawasaki)
2. Aldi Mahendra (Team BrCorse) +0.006s
3. Pepe Osuna (DEZA-BOX 77 Racing Team) +0.085s
4. Julio García (KOVE Racing Team) +0.131s
5. Loris Veneman (MTM Kawasaki) +0.159s
6. Gustavo Manso (Yamaha AD78 FIMLA by MS Racing) +0.191s

Championship Standings
1. Aldi Satya Mahendra (Team BrCorse) 195 points
2. Loris Veneman (MTM Kawasaki) 179 points
3. Inigo Iglesias (Fusport-RT Motorsports by SKM-Kawasaki) 163 points

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Martin makes Sunday statement as Bagnaia’s late surge salvages podium

Frank Duggan

September 29, 2024

The #89 storms to victory on Sunday as Acosta returns to the podium, Bagnaia clinches third, Bastianini crashes out and Marquez suffers a technical issue in Indonesia.

Jorge Martin (Prima Pramac Racing) stormed to glory at the Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia, with the #89 taking his first Sunday win since the French GP. ‘The Martinator’ looked unstoppable, claiming his first victory at the Pertamina Mandalika International Circuit after crashing out of the GP in both 2022 and 2023, as well as in the Tissot Sprint this season. Martin took a valuable 25 points in his Championship charge, extending his advantage from 12 to 21 as key rival Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati Lenovo Team) came home third after a late charge.

Between the two, Pedro Acosta (Red Bull GASGAS Tech3) pushed Martin hard in the early stages before being forced to settle for second, nevertheless moving up to fifth overall.

At the start, Martin made the dream launch, earning himself clear track ahead with Enea Bastianini (Ducati Lenovo Team) in chase. Meanwhile, Bagnaia struggled on the opening lap, dropping to fourth before Marco Bezzecchi (Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team) and Franco Morbidelli (Prima Pramac Racing) found their way through – dropping the Italian to sixth.

Meanwhile, it was a dramatic first lap, with Jack Miller (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing), Alex Marquez (Gresini Racing MotoGP™), Aleix Espargaro (Aprilia Racing) and Luca Marini (Repsol Honda Team) crashing at Turn 3. The FIM MotoGP™ Stewards investigated the incident, with no further action taken.

Marc Marquez (Gresini Racing MotoGP™) was unable to repeat his magical Sprint launch, but the #93 still made ground in the opening stages. Marc Marquez started in 12th and was soon in seventh – setting sights on Bagnaia.

At the front, Martin set a red-hot pace, setting the fastest lap of the Grand Prix and extending his gap to 1.333s. Meanwhile, Acosta was on the attack, leaping into second position ahead of a charging Morbidelli in an impressive move for the rookie.

Fabio Di Giannantonio (Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team) had an intense fight with Marc Marquez in the first nine laps. However, everything unfolded for the Italian, losing the front at the technical Turn 10 – dropping Di Giannantonio to 17th. Meanwhile, Marc Marquez’ Championship chances then suffered a huge blow, with technical issues dropping the #93 out of contention on Lap 12 as he pulled off, bike on fire.

Behind Martin and Acosta, the battle for the podium then really began with Morbidelli, Bastianini, Bezzecchi and Bagnaia locked together on the circuit. Bastianini tried to overtake on Lap 16 before the key move came on Lap 17 – promoting ‘The Beast’ to third. It was then some incredible pace unleashed from Bastianini, edging closer at every sector to the leaders.

Bastianini’s rhythm was sensational, but then it all came apart with a crash on the entry to Turn 1 on Lap 21 – rider OK. It was a massive blow for the #23, dropping over 70 points behind Martin in the Championship as just 12 riders remained in the Indonesian Grand Prix, only two of whom were top title contenders.

Bagnaia’s momentum built from there on out, picking off Bezzecchi on Lap 22 before the move came for third place on Lap 23 – demoting Morbidelli to fourth. Acosta was a further three seconds up the road, a tough task for even a two-time MotoGP™ World Champion.

In the closing stages, Martin had a two-second advantage, controlling the pace and the race at the front. The #89 was unstoppable on the final lap, leading the charge and storming to victory by 1.404s over rookie Acosta. Meanwhile, Bagnaia took a valuable third, bagging some points which could prove to be crucial.

Fourth place was taken by Morbidelli, with the Italian showing a continuing to his impressive form. The #21 claimed the bragging rights over Bezzecchi, who rounded out the top five spots as Maverick Viñales (Aprilia Racing) crossed the line a further 4.558s behind in sixth and ended the day as the top Aprilia rider. Meanwhile, Fabio Quartararo (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP™) pulled off another stunning ride, finishing in seventh for the third GP in a row, beating Brad Binder (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) to the line.

Johann Zarco landed a ninth-place finish on an incredible day for the CASTROL Honda LCR squad, Honda’s best of the season so far. The Frenchman finished ahead of Raul Fernandez (Trackhouse Racing), who took the final spot inside the top 10. Further back, Alex Rins (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP™) took 11th after an attritional day which saw Takaaki Nakagami (IDEMITSU Honda LCR) demoted to 12th after a 16 second penalty due to tyre pressure.

After an unbelievable weekend in Indonesia, we head to the iconic Mobility Resort Motegi for the Motul Grand Prix of Japan, and with the Championship battle in full flow. Is it now a two-horse chase or are there more twists and turns just around the corner? Make sure you join us as the world’s most exciting sport returns in just one week!
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Canet claims commanding win as Ogura strengthens title lead

Frank Duggan

September 29, 2024

Victories don’t get much more dominant than the one Aron Canet (Fantic Racing) rolled out at the Pertamina Mandalika International Circuit as the Spaniard pulls clear to win by over six seconds.

Thanks to a P2 finish, Ai Ogura’s (MT Helmets – MSI) advantage in the Championship was extended to 42 points, while third place went the way of Alonso Lopez (Beta Tools SpeedUp) after a fascinating fight for the final podium spot played out.

Ogura earned the holeshot into Turn 1 but Canet didn’t take long to retake the lead on Lap 1. There was drama into Turn 10 on Lap 1 as Somkiat Chantra’s (IDEMITSU Honda Team Asia) race ended early after his right leg was clipped by Fermin Aldeguer (Beta Tools SpeedUp), with Senna Agius (Liqui Moly Husqvarna Intact GP) having a separate incident at the same corner as the Australian’s race came to a halt too.

On Lap 4, Canet was racing off into the distance in P1 as Jake Dixon (CFMOTO Gaviota Aspar Team), battling with Manuel Gonzalez (QJMOTOR Gresini Moto2™), crashed at Turn 10 from P6.

The race then settled with Canet boasting a three-second lead ahead of a trio of Boscoscuros. Lopez led Aldeguer and Ogura, with Gonzalez not too far adrift in P5. Then, Turn 10 saw Aldeguer run wide as the Spaniard slipped from P3 to P9 on Lap 8 – a podium place now a long way up the road.

On Lap 11 of 22, Canet’s advantage was hovering around the five-second mark. It was a commanding display from the polesitter, but the fight for the rostrum was raging and joining in the fun was South Africa’s Darryn Binder (Liqui Moly Husqvarna Intact GP).

With seven laps left, Canet was 6.5s clear of the chasing pack, one which was led by Ogura. And speaking of, the Japanese rider’s teammate, Sergio Garcia, suffered another DNF. The #3 was slightly wide on the exit of Turn 5 and that saw the Spaniard crash out of the top 10 at a crucial stage in the title race.

Ogura, meanwhile, was starting to break clear of Lopez, Gonzalez and Binder in the race for P2. With three laps to go, Ogura was 1.3s ahead of the trio, as Lopez continued to cling onto P3 despite the constant threat of Gonzalez swarming all of his rear wheel. That briefly changed at Turn 16 on Lap 20 of 22, but Alonso bit straight back.

Gonzalez tried another move that only stuck for one corner, this time the Spaniards interchanged at Turn 12 and 13, as Aldeguer entered the podium fight chat on the last lap with a final corner move on Binder on the penultimate lap.

Four riders, one place on the podium. Canet and Ogura were gone as we focused on the group, with Aldeguer shoving his way past Gonzalez at Turn 10. That saw Binder come through too, but Lopez managed to hold into P3 despite the late charge. However, the 25 points belonged to Canet. What a ride the #44 produced in Mandalika, and kudos too to second place Ogura as the #79 picks up 20 valuable points in the Championship.

Aldeguer’s late race pace was superb but the #54 couldn’t quite grab a podium place, it’s P4 for the SpeedUp star, as Binder bagged a season-best result in P5. Joe Roberts (OnlyFans American Racing) picked up 10 points in P6, the American finishing ahead of Izan Guevara (CFMOTO Gaviota Aspar Team) who also earned a season-best points haul in P7 before the Spaniard was DSQ’d post-race for being under the minimum weight. Tony Arbolino (Elf Marc VDS Racing Team) had a quiet Sunday to end the race in P8 which turned into a P7, as a mistake at Turn 16 saw Gonzalez pick up P8 ahead of Deniz Öncü (Red Bull KTM Ajo) and Marcos Ramirez (OnlyFans American Racing) who pocketed top 10s.

Barry Baltus (RW-Idrofoglia Racing GP), Celestino Vietti (Red Bull KTM Ajo), Jeremy Alcoba (Yamaha VR46 Master Camp Team), Albert Arenas (QJMOTOR Gresini Moto2™) and Filip Salac (Elf Marc VDS Racing Team) rounded out the points scorers in Lombok.

A classy performance from Canet sees him rise to P3 in the Championship standings heading to Japan, but next weekend’s home hero is the one they’re chasing. Ogura holds a 42-point lead ahead of a trip to Motegi, will he continue his momentum on familiar soil?

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Alonso victorious again as Fernandez and Muñoz complete podium

Frank Duggan

September 29, 2024

Another race, another win for the spectacular David Alonso (CFMOTO Gaviota Aspar Team).

A ninth Sunday success story comes the way of the Colombian as he times his attack to perfection in Indonesia to take another giant leap towards the Moto3™ World Championship title, as we enjoy witnessing Adrian Fernandez (Leopard Racing) claim a debut Grand Prix podium ahead of third place David Muñoz (BOE Motorsports).

From the outside of the front row, Taiyo Furusato (Honda Team Asia) earned the holeshot to shuffle Ivan Ortola (MT Helmets – MSI) down to P2, with Collin Veijer (Liqui Moly Husqvarna Intact GP) an early third. The Dutch rider soon led on the exit of Turn 10 after Fernandez went for the lead up the inside, as Ortola then took the first of his two Long Lap penalties on Lap 2 to see the polesitter drop outside the top 10.

A front-running group of 10 formed as Ortola dived into the Long Lap penalty loop for a second time, with the Spaniard now P17. The gap to the leader? Just over five seconds with 15 laps to go.

On Lap 8 of 20, Veijer was still holding the P1 baton from Fernandez, with Alonso, Furusato and Tatsuki Suzuki (Liqui Moly Husqvarna Intact GP) inside the constantly changing top five. Daniel Holgado (Red Bull GASGAS Tech3) was fighting through the pain to be in amongst the top 10, and also jostling for positions in the lead group were Luca Lunetta (SIC58 Squadra Corse), Muñoz, his BOE Motorsports teammate Joel Kelso and Angel Piqueras (Leopard Racing).

Meanwhile, Ortola’s attempted charge up to the leaders took a heavy dent. The title hopeful was handed another Long Lap penalty, this time for a shortcut at Turn 9, and now the gap was up to eight seconds.

More drama then unfolded – this time at the front. Veijer, the race leader, crashed out of contention at the fast Turn 8. The #95’s front end washed out from underneath him and Veijer, having looked mighty all weekend, was out of the race. Now, Fernandez was at the group’s summit, with Holgado picking his way through the pack to P2 with seven laps to go.

With five to go, Fernandez led from Muñoz and Holgado, with Furusato and Lunetta inside the top five. Alonso was beginning to get busy though. The Colombian went from P6 to P4 in half a lap as we strapped ourselves in for the final four laps.

Holgado led for the first time on Lap 17 of 20 as Fernandez went from P1 to P4 in a flash. Alonso then in P1 as Piqueras began knocking on the podium door, as Furusato then crashed out at Turn 1 with three laps left – rider OK.

Two to go! It was Fernandez leading from Muñoz and Alonso, with the top trio having a small gap back to Lunetta and the rest in P4. Last lap time. Alonso grabbed P2 from Muñoz at Turn 1 and then the #80 set his sights on Fernandez. Turn 10 saw Alonso grab the lead, Muñoz followed him through, but Fernandez bit back to retake P2. Could anyone stop Alonso as the final sector approached? The answer was no. Alonso defended well to beat Fernandez and Muñoz to the chequered flag and after crashing at the start of the weekend, Alonso lands in Japan with the Championship firmly in his sights.

Piqueras fought off fellow rookie Lunetta at the final corner to finish P4, with Lunetta settling for a P5 in Indonesia. Holgado’s P6 keeps him second in the overall standings, but it’s more crucial ground lost in the title race for the Spaniard. Suzuki’s P7 was the Japanese rider’s seventh top 10 of the year, with Kelso picking up P8 just 1.8s away from the win.

After three Long Laps, Ortola takes a P9 away from Mandalika on a Sunday that could have offered so much more, as Nicola Carraro (LEVELUP – MTA) scored his first top 10 since the Spanish GP. Jose Antonio Rueda (Red Bull KTM Ajo), Matteo Bertelle (Kopron Rivacold Snipers Team), Scott Ogden (Fleetsafe Honda – MLav Racing), Joel Esteban (CFMOTO Gaviota Aspar Team) and Stefano Nepa (LEVELUP – MTA) rounded out the points, the latter another rider to take three Long Laps on Sunday.

He does it again. Alonso continues his charge towards the 2024 title and in Japan, there’s a very good chance we see the Colombian star crowned in seven days.

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Pirelli National Superstock with Moneybarn Vehicle Finance – Round 10 at Donington Park, Day 2

Matt Anthony

September 29, 2024

Qualifying

The day started with a qualifying session to determine the grid for Race 1.

Qualifying Results

Luke Mossey (Honda – Milenco by Padgetts Motorcycles) – 1:28.649
Davey Todd (BMW – Cheshire Mouldings BMW by TAS Racing) – 1:28.663 (+0.014s)
Joe Talbot (Honda – SAF INTRADISC Honda by JR Performance) – 1:29.103 (+0.454s)
Scott Swann (Honda – Swann Racing) – 1:29.159 (+0.510s)
David Allingham (BMW – SMS / Nicholls Oil Racing) – 1:29.246 (+0.597s)

Notable performances:

The top two qualifiers were separated by just 0.014 seconds

Championship contenders Todd and Talbot qualified 2nd and 3rd respectively
The top 15 riders were within 2.2 seconds of the pole time

Race 1

The first race of the weekend provided intense action and significant implications for the championship.

Race 1 Results

Luke Mossey (Milenco by Padgetts Motorcycles)
Davey Todd (Cheshire Mouldings BMW by TAS Racing) +2.827s
Joe Talbot (SAF INTRADISC Honda by JR Performance) +3.067s
David Allingham (SMS/Nicholls Oil Racing) +3.344s
Scott Swann (Swann Racing) +3.492s

Key Points:

Luke Mossey converted his pole position into a dominant race win
Davey Todd initially led but was overtaken by Mossey on the second lap
Joe Talbot finished third, maintaining his championship challenge
The top five finishers were covered by just 3.5 seconds
Luke Mossey set the fastest lap of the race with a time of 1:29.046

Analysis

Luke Mossey’s performance was impressive, securing pole position and converting it into a race win

Davey Todd’s second-place finish has extended his championship lead over Joe Talbot to seven points
The close qualifying times translated into a competitive race, with the top five finishing within 3.5 seconds of each other
David Allingham and Scott Swann showed strong pace, finishing 4th and 5th respectively
The battle between Todd and Talbot for the championship remains tight, with Todd slightly extending his advantage

Championship Implications

Davey Todd now leads the championship by seven points over Joe Talbot
Luke Mossey’s win has boosted his position in the standings
The consistent performances of riders like David Allingham and Scott Swann keep them in contention for top championship positions

The results from today have set up an intriguing scenario for tomorrow’s race, with Mossey looking to repeat his victory and Todd aiming to further extend his championship lead over Talbot.

Herrin Takes 2024 MotoAmerica Superbike Title In Style

Frank Duggan

September 29, 2024

Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati’s Josh Herrin won the second AMA Superbike Championship of his career on Saturday at New Jersey Motorsports Park, and he did so with the flair of a champion. Simply put, he won when he didn’t need to.
Herrin worked his way forward after crossing the line in fifth place on the opening lap and most expected him to stay there. After all, it would have been the easy way to wrap up the title But it wasn’t Herrin’s way. He kept pushing: Fourth on lap six, third on lap seven, second on lap nine and the lead on lap 11. But he was being hounded by Wrench Motorcycle’s Bobby Fong, who made a move on Herrin to take the lead for the first time on lap 15 of 20. Okay, so now Herrin would chill and take the title with a second-place finish.
Or not.
Herrin re-passed a feisty Fong with two laps to go and rode to a .403 of a second victory – his sixth of the year and the 16^th AMA Superbike win of his career. And, more importantly, it resulted in his second Superbike title – 11 years after his first. The championship also ended a winless drought for Ducati that goes back 30 years to when Australian Troy Corser won the title on a Fast By Ferracci Ducati in 1994.
Fong held on for second, .190 of a second ahead of Herrin’s teammate and wingman Loris Baz, with the Frenchman earning his third podium of the season after leading seven laps of the race.
Tytlers Cycle Racing’s Cameron Beaubier ran in the lead foursome but ultimately had to settle for fourth as he suffered with a lack of corner-entry grip. He crossed the line 1.7 seconds behind race-winner Herrin.
Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki’s Richie Escalante emerged from a five-rider battle to finish fifth, 1.8 seconds ahead of Attack Performance/Progressive/Yamaha Racing’s Cameron Petersen.
EasyHealthPlans.com/TopPro Racing’s Sean Dylan Kelly was seventh, hot on Petersen’s rear wheel and just .104 of a second behind the South African. Kelly, meanwhile, was just a fraction of a second ahead of Petersen’s fill-in teammate Xavi Forés, who in turn was just a tick over half a second ahead of FLO4LAW Racing’s Benjamin Smith in his best ride of the season.
Jones Honda’s Ashton Yates rounded out the top 10.
Notable non-finishers were Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki’s Brandon Paasch and Tytlers Cycle Racing’s JD Beach with both riders crashing out in separate incidents.
With just Sunday’s race two left in the season, Herrin has an insurmountable points lead of 58 over Beaubier, 325-267. Fong is third with Kelly fourth and Baz fifth. Kelly leads Baz by just nine points, and Baz leads Petersen by just three points.
In the Superbike Cup, Danilo Lewis’ crash cost him the championship points lead with Yates now leading the Brazilian by 15 points going into tomorrow’s finale and the battle for the $25,000 winner’s check.

Herrin Takes 2024 Motoamerica Superbike Title In Style — Josh Herrin (2) leads Loris Baz (76), Bobby Fong (hidden) and Cameron Beaubier (6) in Saturday’s Superbike race. Photo by Brian J. Nelson

Superbike Race 1

Josh Herrin (Ducati)
Bobby Fong (Yamaha)
Loris Baz (Ducati)
Cameron Beaubier (BMW)
Richie Escalante (Suzuki)
Cameron Petersen (Yamaha)
Sean Dylan Kelly (BMW)
Xavi Forés (Yamaha)
Benjamin Smith (Yamaha)
Ashton Yates (Honda)

Quotes…

Josh Herrin – Winner

“At the beginning, it was getting hectic. Everybody was all over the place. I was just trying to be relaxed and calm, like I talked about. Like (Cameron) Beaubier did. Just trying to learn from that over the years and just be calm at the beginning, even when things aren’t going your way. I was able to do that today and then put my head down and start picking them away. I just felt so comfortable, and it looked like everybody else was so uncomfortable. When I was in the lead, I saw Bobby (Fong) behind me, and I just didn’t want to take any chances with him being there. So, I let him go by on the straight. I thought he was going by on the left, but he went by on the right. Then the last three laps I saw I had pace. So, I just wanted to get by with two to go and put my head down and see what I could, and we were able to get it done. I didn’t think this would ever happen. I thought I’d be finishing eighth or ninth today, for sure. I wanted to leave COTA by winning and win the championship by winning with Beaubier healthy there. I was able to do it today at a track that has never suited me on a Superbike. I believe this is my first Superbike win here when it wasn’t raining. It’s probably besides Barber the track that I have the least confidence at. So, for us to pull the win off here with the championship race is huge. To now have I think what should be a 62-point lead is crazy to me. Thank you to Loris (Baz) for honestly being the best teammate I’ve ever had, and for the team being the best team, and Joyce for always cooking us lunch and making sure that we’re taken care of, and Rachel for always taking care of crazy little Griffin whenever I’m at the races. I’m so happy that they were here to celebrate with us. Thank you to the whole Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati North America team. Ducati Corse, KYT helmets, Only Fans, Good Boy Vodka, GoPro, Alpinestars. The list goes on and on and on. Everybody that supports the team. Thank you so much. Thank you to MotoAmerica and everybody involved.”

Third Place – Loris Baz

“Well, at the beginning I was comfortable. I was trying to understand what were the grip conditions first time with the dry conditions. So, we went out, and, unfortunately, I had a bad start. I could see everyone struggling in entry a lot. Beaubier almost highsided, (Cameron) Petersen, (Xavi) Forés. I was like, ‘that’s something strange.’ I was trying to figure it out but then I wanted to be in the lead and try to not go too fast and too hard on the rear tire because I didn’t know what to expect from the tire life. That race went on quick, to be honest. Then I saw Josh (Herrin) coming by, and I was like, okay, now things change. I wanted to stay behind him and (Bobby) Fong, but Fong was really close to him. I was just trying not to think too much but at the same time thinking a lot. I could see him looking behind. I was like, ‘he’s just trying to think as much as me.’ But then four laps to the end, five laps to the end, I look behind and I never do that. I thought it was Beaubier, so I just tried. I know it’s not someone crazy that’s going to dive-bomb and make three guys crash, but I was like, let’s just try to give us a small gap to Fong so he doesn’t dive to go for Josh. The last few laps I pushed again just so I was not in a position to be attacked. I was not going to try anything crazy on Josh, to be honest. I’m so happy and so proud of him. I never thought I could be happy for a teammate winning a championship and kicking my ass like this all season, but I’m really happy and proud of him.”

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