Dunlop to take on the 2023 Supercross Championship

Dunlop Grows Their Family for 2023

Rancho Cucamonga, CA: After a highly successful 2022 series, Dunlop is set to take on the 2023 season of the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship, increasing support and adding to their esteemed Dunlop Family. Dunlop, as the longest running sponsor of Monster Energy Supercross, will continue to be the "Official Motorcycle Tire" with trackside support available to all racers for tire fitting and technical assistance.

Last year, for the 13th consecutive season, Dunlop riders swept all three Supercross championships including all 102 available podium opportunities throughout the 17 rounds. This brings Dunlop’s unparalleled total to 173 AMA SX and MX Championships, an accomplishment far and above any other tire manufacturer. Overall, in the premier 450SX class, Dunlop riders finished in the top 14 positions, and 19 of the top 20, once again confirming the Dunlop Domination.

Dunlop is proud to continue their support and relationships with all their top teams from 2022 and pleased to add the Muc-Off/FXR/ClubMX, Firepower Froth Honda Racing and BarX Suzuki teams to the Dunlop Family for 2023!

Dunlop’s 2023 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship Teams include:

·      Team Honda HRC

·      Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing

·      Red Bull KTM Factory Racing

·      Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing

·      Troy Lee Designs/Red Bull/GASGAS Factory Racing

·      Monster Energy Kawasaki

·      MCR Smartop Honda

·      Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki

·      Progressive Insurance Ecstar Suzuki

·      Twisted Tea Ecstar Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance

·      AEO Powersports KTM Racing

·      Muc-Off/FXR/ClubMX

·      Firepower Froth Honda Racing

·      BarX Suzuki

·      Team Solitaire/Heartbeat Hot Sauce/Yamaha

·      Manluk Rock River Racing

·      Team Tedder/Monster Energy/Mountain Motorsports/KTM Racing

·      Rocky Mountain ATV/MC / Rides Unlimited / Seven / KTM Racing

“Having raced on Dunlop’s for as long as I can remember, a big advantage to staying with the brand is the predictable performance of the Dunlop tire throughout the race. Having consistent feel and traction gives me the confidence to push my limits on the track,” says 2020 and 2022 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Champion, Eli Tomac.

Team Dunlop Elite alumni, Carson Mumford, added, “I’m so pumped to be back with my Team D family. Running Dunlop’s will definitely help me and my BarX Suzuki teammates go to the next level in 2023.” 

With this support, of the AMA Pro riders earning top 100 racing numbers in 2023, the first 46 race on Dunlop’s, and over 80% of those top 100-numbered riders will be on Dunlop tires! Dunlop continues to use these top professional Supercross and Motocross racers to push the tires to the absolute limit to help develop new technologies utilized in Geomax tires.

“Having all these teams and riders choose to race on Dunlop tires shows our dedication to the sport, our product development and support is at the highest level!” said Mike Buckley, Dunlop Motorcycle’s Vice President of Sales and Marketing. “Without the leadership and hard work of our professional racing management directed by Broc Glover and Brian Fleck, none of this would be possible. Supercross riders have a choice in tires, and we want to thank all of the teams and riders who choose to race on Dunlop tires in 2023.”

About Dunlop Motorcycle Tires:

Dunlop is the largest supplier of original equipment and replacement motorcycle tires in the U.S.A. For more information, visit www.DunlopMotorcycleTires.com. Follow @ridedunlop on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter for the latest Dunlop news. Use #RideDunlop and/or #RaceDunlop to share your Dunlop moments.

TRIUMPH RACING TO ENTER SUPERMOTOCROSS WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP

CHAMPIONSHIP WINNING PEDIGREE WILL HEAD TRIUMPH FACTORY RACE TEAM WITH BOBBY HEWITT ANNOUNCED AS TEAM PRINCIPAL

Triumph Motorcycles will enter the SuperMotocross World Championship at the start of the 2024 season, with the single-minded ambition and commitment to develop a championship winning team.

Triumph consulted Global Off-Road Ambassador Ricky Carmichael to achieve the vision. With the input from the greatest Supercross & Motocross racer of all time, Triumph has assembled a veteran team of managers with championship winning experience to helm the all-new United States based Triumph factory race team. The US motocross program, operating under the all-new global Triumph Racing banner, will be led by Team Principal Bobby Hewitt and Team Manager Stephen ‘Scuba’ Westfall. The team will be located at a dedicated new state-of-the-art private race facility in the USA.

The new Triumph Racing Factory Team will field its all-new Triumph 250cc 4-stroke MX bikes in the 2024 SuperMotocross World Championship, which is comprised of the Monster Energy Supercross World Championship and the Pro Motocross Championship, with three season-ending SuperMotocross rounds. For the 2025 season Triumph will additionally field its new 450cc bike in the SuperMotocross World Championship. Officially launched on Tuesday at RD Field, where the team’s practice facility is based in Murrieta, Calif., all four Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing team riders are eager for the gates to drop on the 2023 AMA Supercross season in Anaheim on January 7. From there, inclusive of Pro Motocross beginning in May, the newly introduced series will feature 31 events combined.

Further demonstrating the team’s commitment to success, Hewitt has recruited a pair of legendary engineers to develop the team’s motorcycles. AMA Hall of Fame inductee Dave Arnold joins the team as Lead Chassis Engineer and Dudley Cramond joins as Lead Powertrain Engineer, each bringing incredible technical experience and talent to the team. All members of the team have an enviable history of success at the Pro and top Amateur level, with a racing record that speaks for itself, and together with Triumph share the long-term vision and commitment to deliver the highest level of success in racing competition.

The US based Triumph Racing Team, along with the recently announced Triumph Racing team based in Europe created in partnership with Thierry Chizat-Suzzoni, will both collaborate with the Triumph Factory. The latter team will compete in the FIM Motocross World Championship, with entry into the 250cc MX2 class in 2024, and the 450cc MXGP class in 2025. Both teams will be backed by a dedicated in-house off- road design engineering department within Triumph Global Headquarters in Hinckley, UK. where all the brand’s research, design, engineering development and prototype builds are located. Engineering teams from the Triumph factory and both new race teams have been working closely together on enhancing chassis and engine performance through an intensive testing schedule underway in the USA, UK, and mainland Europe.

Nick Bloor and Bobby Hewitt

Nick Bloor and Bobby Hewitt

Both race teams have been working on joint testing of the new Triumph motocross bikes. They’re sharing key data and rider feedback on the specifications, performance characteristics, and components with the Factory engineering group responsible for the concept and development of the powertrains and chassis for the all-new MX and dual sport motorcycle range. The insights of this race development information are being fed directly into each model of new Triumph motocross range. Additional launch details of the new Triumph off-road range will be made public in the near future.

This new team competing in the SuperMotocross World Championship is a significant addition to the Triumph Racing worldwide portfolio. Triumph Racing, which is based at the Triumph Global Headquarters in Hinckley, UK also features Triumph as the exclusive engine raced in the FIM Moto2TM World Championship and includes Triumph powered teams competing in Supersport racing.

Further information about the Triumph Racing entry into the Monster Energy AMA SuperMotocross World Championship, with the 250cc bike in 2024 and the 450cc bike in 2025, will be announced next year. 

Nick Bloor - CEO, Triumph:

“Following close on the heels of our recent announcement to enter the FIM Motocross World Championship in 2024, today’s launch of Triumph’s partnership with the incredibly talented team of Bobby and Scuba in the all-new Monster Energy AMA SuperMotocross World Championship continues our journey to the top tier of off-road competition and racing. I have no doubt, knowing the experience and capability shared between our dedicated in-house design and engineering teams, and Bobby’s hand selected team of racing experts, that this partnership will make an indelible mark on the history of this incredible sport and Triumph’s illustrious brand.”

Bobby Hewitt - Team Principal, Triumph Racing, Supercross & Motocross:

"I always knew I would eventually get back into racing but to be able to do it with an iconic brand like Triumph, and to be able to help build this US Triumph Racing team from the ground up is a once in a lifetime opportunity. Triumph Motorcycles have been a part of my family growing up and to have them now decide to enter into professional off-road racing is a tremendous opportunity for our sport and a testament to the growth of the motorcycle industry overall in America. I am also very fortunate to be able to work with Scuba (Steve Westfall) again and add the experience of Dave (Dave Arnold) and Dudley (Dudley Cramond) to our team. I am honored to be working alongside everyone at the factory in Hinckley and cannot wait to get back to the racetrack in 2024 with our new team and compete for an SMX World Championship!"

Ricky Carmichael - Global Off-Road Ambassador, Triumph:

“It is great to take this next step in announcing our US Triumph Racing Team. Bobby's success in our sport as a championship team owner speaks for itself. The team he has assembled is already working with the factory in Hinckley during these final stages of development. They are some of the best people to have worked in our paddock and this shows the level of commitment, across the board, in this effort to compete for the SMX World Championship. I look forward to working with Bobby and the entire team when we go racing in 2024.”

Jeremy Appleton - Global Racing Manager, Triumph:

“Confirming Triumph’s entry into the SuperMotocross World Championship in 2024 here today is a huge step. Announcing Bobby Hewitt, as Team Principal for Triumph Racing to oversee Supercross and Motocross is a clear demonstration of the level of ambition we have in our approach to going racing at the pinnacle of dirt bike competition. Bobby and Steve ‘Scuba’ Westfall have proved that they know how to win and revealing Dave Arnold, an industry AMA Hall of Fame legend in chassis development and Dudley Cramond, with over 25 years of experience of building race winning engines brings the highest level of experience and expertise possible to Triumph. Ultimately, Triumph is focused on building a bike and a racing program to win and we believe this is the team to achieve that goal. The input that Ricky is having into the project is enormously valuable and our thanks are also due to Dave Prater and his team, Tim Cotter from MX Sports Pro Racing, Mike Pelletier and all at the American Motorcyclist Association for their welcome and all their help and support; we look forward to racing with them from January 2024.”

Dave Prater – Vice President, Supercross, Feld Motor Sports:

“We are excited to have a manufacturer with the rich history and racing heritage Triumph has, invest in the SuperMotocross World Championship. Triumph has proven they can enter a new racing category with incredible success. They have recently redefined the Moto2 World Championship class with an amazing reliability record. We believe Triumph will quickly make a positive impact on the sport.”

Tim Cotter – Sr Director of MX Sports and MX Sports Pro Racing:

“The announcement by Triumph Motorcycles, to return to the American motocross racing and sporting environment, marks one of the most exciting additions to these programs in the modern competition era. Triumph enjoys a prestigious position in the history of the sport of professional and amateur motorcycle competitions in the US, and this new announcement brings with it the deserved anticipation and high expectations of an excited American motorcycle racing community. It’s an honor for our company to welcome the return of Triumph Motorcycles and to look forward, with great anticipation, as they take on the world’s best riders and teams, on the best tracks, riding against the best assortment of motorcycle brands ever assembled in the history of our sport.”

Mike Pelletier - Director of Racing, American Motorcyclist Association:

“It’s rare when a major manufacturer – especially one with such distinguished competition history over the decades – joins our sport’s premier racing series. I can’t tell you how excited I am – and the AMA is – to welcome Triumph to AMA Supercross, Pro Motocross and SuperMotocross for 2024. I’ve developed a great relationship with Triumph’s newly appointed Team Principal Bobby Hewitt and Team Manager Steve Westfall over the years, and it’s been a pleasure working with Triumph from the very beginning of its path to professional Supercross and Motocross. Triumph’s racing history is monumental, and we can’t wait to watch the newest chapter unfold during the 2024 season and beyond.”

2023 ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING TEAM

ROCKSTAR ENERGY HUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING TEAM INTRODUCED AHEAD OF 2023 SUPERMOTOCROSS WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP SEASON

STEWART AND CRAIG HIGHLIGHT 450 CLASS ROSTER; HAMPSHIRE AND SWOLL BACK FOR 2023

The Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing is proud to introduce its four-rider SuperMotocross World Championship roster entering the new season, consisting of newly signed Christian Craig and the returning Malcolm Stewart aboard the 2023 Husqvarna FC 450 Rockstar Edition, as well as RJ Hampshire and Jalek Swoll equipped with the Husqvarna FC 250.

Officially launched on Tuesday at RD Field, where the team’s practice facility is based in Murrieta, Calif., all four Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing team riders are eager for the gates to drop on the 2023 AMA Supercross season in Anaheim on January 7. From there, inclusive of Pro Motocross beginning in May, the newly introduced series will feature 31 events combined.

As the current 250SX Western Regional Champion, 31-year-old Craig will transition to the 450SX division full-time in the upcoming season with momentum on his side. He has swiftly adapted to the FC 450 Rockstar Edition upon training with Aldon Baker at the Baker’s Factory and carries high hopes into both supercross and motocross.

Christian Craig: “This is year one on the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing team and it's been good so far this pre-season. I moved the whole family to Clermont and started fresh with Aldon. We went straight into bootcamp, and it's been good so far. I’m just learning the bike, learning the program and just trying to build each day and get better. I’m getting more familiar with the bike every day and just keep grinding. Other than that, just doing the laps and getting ready for A1, trying to be as ready as possible.”

Malcolm Stewart, meanwhile, is set to continue his upward trajectory in what will be his second year with Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing. After finishing a career-high third in the 450SX standings this past season, complete with three podiums to his credit, expectations for the entire SuperMotocross World Championship are high for the 30-year-old rider.

 

Malcolm Stewart: “I feel great going into the 2023 season with the team. I had a really good year last year for supercross and I felt like we were just getting the ball rolling. I just feel like, for me, it's all about being consistent, as I've always said. I’ve got better goals for myself and I think I got some personal stuff that I know I needed to do done. Being with the team again for another year on this bike, I feel like it's going to be a really good year, so I'm excited. I got a new teammate, Christian Craig, and I feel like he's going hold me accountable just like everybody else that's out there, so I can't wait to see how we do and I think it's going to be a great year for the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing team.”

It will be RJ Hampshire and Jalek Swoll who lead the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing 250 class program into the SuperMotocross World Championship series, both continuing with the team and with the goal of competing for victory in the new year aboard their 2023 Husqvarna FC 250 race bikes.

As for RJ Hampshire, this year also marks his fourth with Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing and it is shaping up to be his best yet. The 26-year-old finished runner-up in the 250SX Eastern Regional Championship with a breakout Main Event win, followed by finishing fifth in 250MX, where he also managed to stand on top of the podium. Now, he is firmly targeting to contend for championships.


RJ Hampshire: “We've had a really solid off-season so far since the beginning of December and I feel like we're about ready to go. We made a lot of progress with the bike and my comfort, so looking back on last year, I know we're in a good spot. Getting second in the championship was huge and I definitely feel like we can make a big jump forward. These guys have been working really hard ever since last year and we're in a really good spot, so I’m excited to go racing with the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing team.”

At 22 years of age, Jalek Swoll enters his fourth term with the team in the professional ranks and is looking to put his experience into practice throughout both indoors and the outdoors. In 2022, he displayed top-five form in supercross and has hopes of building on those results in the 250SX and 250MX series.

Jalek Swoll: “I’m really looking forward to this upcoming season with the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing team. We've gotten a lot more time on the bike and have had some really good days back in Florida training with Aldon and I’m feeling good about this season. I’m eager to get back into racing with the whole team and look forward to the fun of that whole deal. I’m excited for us riders to come out swinging hard and try to re-brand ourselves this year.”

Nathan Ramsey, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Team Manager: “I’m very excited about the 2023 season. We’ve got a new addition to the team with Christian Craig, and three hard-working riders returning this year with Malcolm, RJ and Jalek back with us. Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing is looking good, and the guys have been putting in a lot of work at the Baker’s Factory during the off-season. We’re excited to have Josh Hansen on-board doing some testing with the bikes. We’re feeling confident coming into the year and looking forward to getting it started.”

HUSQVARNA MOTORCYCLES’ 2023 FC 450 ROCKSTAR EDITION

OUTPERFORM THE COMPETITION WITH HUSQVARNA MOTORCYCLES’ 2023 FC 450 ROCKSTAR EDITION

Husqvarna Motorcycles North America, Inc. is pleased to announce the new FC 450 Rockstar Edition. A proven model that is continually evolving, the latest version is enhanced by a selection of race-tested components to provide all motocross riders with a competitive edge. The latest factory team replica machine is equipped with a new silencer, wheels, protective parts and revised suspension settings, which give riders of all abilities a definitive on-track advantage. Retaining its class-leading performance, the FC 450 Rockstar Edition is finished with the latest Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing graphics.


 

Revised shim stack settings inside the WP XACT 48 mm front forks and XACT rear shock enhance the balance of the FC 450 Rockstar Edition to ensure improved stability at high speed without effecting its proven cornering agility. This considered refinement boosts self-confidence, allowing all levels of riders to master the racetrack with complete confidence while consistently posting faster lap times.

 

 

All riders can easily customize how the 450 cc SOHC engine performs depending on either their preference or track conditions by using the handlebar-mounted Map Select Switch. The intuitive, multifunctional instrument houses clearly marked buttons to engage one of two pre-set engine maps, activate launch control and traction control, and enable Quickshifter for seamless upshifts, even when under heavy load.

The FC 450 Rockstar Edition is expertly assembled and comes complete with an extended list of competition-focused Technical Accessories. Adjustable Factory Racing triple clamps, Rekluse outer clutch cover, an FMF Racing Factory 4.1 silencer, and Factory Racing wheels with EXCEL Takasago rims headline the hardware while a Factory Start device, GUTS Racing high-grip seat cover, ProTaper handlebar, and soft ODI grips offering assured comfort and control.

 

2023 Technical Highlights

  • New Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing graphics

  • New Factory Racing wheel set with EXCEL Takasago rims and black anodized CNC- machined hubs

  • New FMF Racing Factory 4.1 silencer

  • New Rekluse outer clutch cover

  • New 2K Carbon composite skid plate for extended engine and frame protection

  • New 2K Carbon composite front brake disc guard for added protection

  • Updated suspension settings for improved balance and comfort

  • Bodywork designed to encourage easier rider movement on the motorcycle

  • Hydro-formed chromium molybdenum frame for improved anti-squat behavior

  • Die-cast aluminum swingarm provides strength and flex at a low weight

  • 450 cc SOHC engine provides class-leading performance

  • Quickshift functionality ensures seamless up-shifting

  • High-performance Brembo hydraulic clutch system

  • Floating front brake disc delivers superior stopping power

  • Aluminum-polyamide hybrid subframe construction provides specifically calculated rigidity and advanced durability

  • WP XACT 48 mm front forks with AER technology offer more progressive end-of-stroke damping

  • WP XACT rear shock designed with CFD optimized main piston and tool-free adjusters

  • Multifunctional map switch which activates the Quickshifter, traction control, and launch control

  • Factory Racing CNC-machined triple clamps with adjustable offset [20 – 22 mm]

  • Pre-installed Factory start device

  • Soft, grey ODI lock-on grips for comfort

  • GUTS Factory Racing high-grip seat cover

  • Premium-quality ProTaper handlebar and bar pad

  • Electric starter powered by a lightweight Li-Ion 2.0 Ah battery


Ensuring all riders are fully equipped for their next event, a concise, high-quality selection of race-team inspired casual clothing has been created. With two styles available within the range of t-shirts, hoodies, jackets, and headwear, riders can choose to express their passion for Husqvarna Motorcycles or replicate the same pit presence as Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing.

The 2023 FC 450 Rockstar Edition will be available from early 2023 onward at authorized Husqvarna Motorcycles dealerships.

The Story of MotoDemption

MotoDemption Announces 501 (c) (3) Non-Profit Foundation Status

The 10th annual Kurt Caselli Ride Day at Fox Raceway in Pala California will be the final 2022 event for the team at MotoDemption

MotoDemption sets sights on the future with the announcement of  our 501 (c) (3) Non-Profit Foundation Status. Creating a nonprofit enables us to think beyond profits and revenue, and maintain an athlete vision dedicated to the overall purpose of this organization's goals. It's a platform that allows us to focus on the big picture and set long-term goals and objectives that will help us to continue changing lives for years to come.

With support and guidance from Roy Tuscany and his amazing team at the High Fives Foundation over the past couple of years we have already made a massive impact within the two wheeled Moto community. The High Fives Foundation is a nonprofit organization on a mission to provide hope and resources for athletes from all walks of life. They support people and help them get back to their outdoor physical activity of choice from snowboarding and skiing to surfing and mountain biking and beyond..

We are to be aligned with The High Fives foundation and look forward to the opportunity to continue to combine resources and put forth efforts to help each foundation achieve the ultimate goal of changing lives in need.

The 10th annual Kurt Caselli Ride Day at Fox Raceway in Pala California will be the final 2022 event for the team at MotoDemption and we are excited at the opportunity to engage with both the Kurt Caselli Foundation, The High Five Foundation, and the incredibly supportive community that has helped to build upon this event over there last decade.

MotoDemption will be in attendance to help support the adaptive bike segment by providing adaptive bikes, onsite education, and a team of coaches to work closely with adaptive riders both on and off the track. We will be offering demos for the adaptive riders in attendance and there to simply help and support in any capacity.

For athlete sponsorship applications, volunteer opportunities, 2023 event information, or to support us with a donation, visit us online at MotoDemption.org

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Mission Statement: MotoDemption makes motocross a reality for those with physical disabilities by providing the bikes, adaptations, instructors, and resources necessary for safe and fun riding.

MotoDemption began after co-founder, Aaron Hill, suffered a life changing injury while riding in 2008. Through his journey and recovery, Aaron made it his mission to get redemption and ride again at the track that he had crashed on.  Aaron, with help from good friend and additional co-founder of the foundation, Davey Gonzales, got to work modifying a new bike to allow him to ride again a year later.

In 2010, Aaron got that redemption and hasn’t stopped.  Through Aaron and Davey’s journey, MotoDemption is now able to help others get back on a bike and have a little piece of that redemption as well.

About MotoDemption:

MotoDemption is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit foundation that makes motocross a reality for those with physical disabilities by providing the bikes, adaptations, instructors, and resources necessary for safe and fun riding.

RSD X KRIEGA ROAM COLLECTION

RSD and KRIEGA Brands Announce Product Collaboration Launch

Long Beach, California / Deeside, UK: Forging a path in the 2-wheel world is not a simple task. It takes commitment, creativity, relentless drive, a few great ideas and sometimes, a little luck. The crew at RSD & KRIEGA brands are no strangers to this process. Through the years both brands have become global leaders in their respective fields; RSD with iconic custom motorcycles, premium parts & apparel; and KRIEGA with industry defining bag and luggage products; RSD & KRIEGA are known for premium quality, craftsmanship and performance. 

 

Meet the ROAM Collection, a collaboration by RSD X KRIEGA. Forged by countless miles on the highway, trails, and canyon roads this new collection of rider bags and accessory products perfectly blend classic and modern materials, technical construction, and function. The ROAM Collection features materials unique to each brand, and together allow for truly amazing product. Including RSD’s proprietary heavy duty waxed cotton & KRIEGA QUADLOC-Lite™ harness system. The ROAM collection was created to offer bag and accessory solutions to riders that appreciate design aesthetic and branding that are subdued, clean and timeless. 

 

“We could not be more excited to partner with KRIEGA on this collaboration. Mixing our premium waxed cotton material with their proven technical products and a slight twist on design language really makes for a unique, and amazing product.” Commented Rob Ramlose, Director of Product, RSD.

 

“The team at KRIEGA has been rad to work with from ideation all the way through the project. We are beyond stoked on the final product, and I could see additional products being added to the mix in the future.” Commented Roland Sands, President at RSD. 

ABOUT RSD

Roland Sands Design is a motorcycle product, apparel, and event company that has its roots in racing, custom bike building, and design. Our inspiration comes from a high-performance background that blends the love of two wheels with the desire to create unique products. We live the two-wheeled life, and our crew is a diverse collection of road racers, off-road, dirt track, supermoto, and custom bike builders and riders. It's this diversity that allows us to work with the best in the industry on a wide variety of projects. Follow all bike builds, new products, and the life and times of the Roland Sands Design crew at www.rolandsands.com. 

 

ABOUT KRIEGA

UK-based KRIEGA specializes in premium motorcycle luggage. The brand was launched in 2000 with one goal, to find innovative solutions for motorcycle carry. Twenty-two years later, the company has built a reputation for creating the highest quality and best-designed products on the market, offering unrivalled standards of functionality and craftsmanship. KRIEGA has become the industry leader in Moto Backpack design and the unwillingness to compromise on quality, materials, or design remains at its heart. Throughout its history, KRIEGA has offered a ten-year guarantee on all its products and continues to do so today. www.KRIEGA.US





Yamaha bLU cRU Riders Dominate at Mini O’s

Yamaha bLU cRU Riders Dominate at Mini O’s

MARIETTA, Ga. – November 28, 2022 – Yamaha bLU cRU riders enjoyed a stellar outing at the 51st annual Thor Mini O’s Winter Olympics, securing 24 class championships last week at the Gatorback Cycle Park in Gainesville, Florida. 

 

Leading the charge was Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing’s Haiden Deegan who scored an impressive five victories. The Californian kicked off the Thanksgiving holiday weekend with a pair of supercross titles, taking top honors in the 250 Pro Sport and 450 Pro Sport classes. Deegan continued to shine with more championships in the motocross program, topping an all-Yamaha podium in the 250 A class and securing tiles in the 250 Pro Sport and 450 Pro Sport classes. For his dominant performance, he earned the prestigious Dunlop Silver Tire Award as well as the Pro Circuit Platinum Pipe Award. His new teammate Daxton Bennick enjoyed a successful debut with the team, grabbing the holeshot en route to his first title in the supercross 250 A class and giving the Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing squad a Mini O’s sweep of the pro classes.  

 

The NSA/Yamaha Rock River/Parts Unlimited/Moose team also had a successful week in Florida. In supercross, Wyatt Thurman won both the 85cc (9-11) and 85cc (9-13) class titles and then in motocross, Kade Nightingale took the motocross win in the 65cc (7-9) class. Avery Long left with a pair of championships as well, winning the supercross 450 B class and the motocross 450 B Limited class, while Crockett Myers secured the crown in the motocross Collegeboy (16-24) class aboard his YZ450F.

 

Adding to the bLU cRU’s supercross title tally was MTF/ Morgantown Powersports’ Mitchell Zaremba who took home championships in the 450 B Limited and the Collegeboy (16-24) classes. Tech Service/DC III Suspension/FXR’s Ashton Arruda won both the 250 C Jr. (12-17) Limited and 250 C Limited championships in supercross and then capped off the week with a motocross title in the 250 C Jr. (12-17) class. Also securing a pair of supercross championships was Hillview Motorsports/PR2/Fly’s Steve Roman in the Junior 25+ and Vet 35+ classes. 

 

MTF/FXR/DWR’s William Jordan took the crown in the supercross 450 C Limited class and went on to secure a second title in the class in the motocross category. Also scoring championships in supercross was EBR/Altus Motorsports/Fly’s Julien Beaumer in the Schoolboy 2 (12-17) B/C class and Simi Valley Cycle/ Pro-Circuit/ Monster Energy’s Reven Gordon in the 125 (12-17) B/C class. Rounding out an impressive 16 championships for Yamaha in the supercross category was Jarrett Tincher in the 51cc (4-6) Shaft DR Limited class.

About Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA 

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (YMUS), is a recognized leader in the outdoor recreation industry. The company's ever-expanding product offerings include Motorcycles and Scooters, ATV and Side-by-Side vehicles, Snowmobiles, WaveRunner Personal Watercraft, Boats, Outboard Motors, Outdoor Power Equipment, Power Assist Bicycles, Golf Cars, Power Assist Wheelchair Systems, Surface Mount Technology (SMT) and Robotic Machines, Unmanned Helicopters, Accessories, Apparel, Yamalube products, and much more. YMUS products are sold through a nationwide network of distributors and dealers in the United States. 

Dunlop Riders Dominate Mini O's 2022

Dunlop Riders Dominate Mini O's 2022

Rancho Cucamonga, CA: The 51th annual Mini O’s, takes place at Gatorback Cycle Park, a facility that would see more record entries and tight competition! Transpiring alongside the Thanksgiving Holiday each year, thousands of athletes from around the globe traveled to Northern Florida to compete at the renowned venue.

 

For over twenty years, Dunlop has continued to provide support for this major amateur event. As with season’s past, the soft/intermediate terrain MX33 was the tire of choice to clinch eighty-seven titles, throughout the Supercross and Motocross portions of the event. This is a win record that no other company could ever come close to.

 

Starting the week on the Supercross track, all forty-four championships would be captured by competitors aboard the Dunlop brand. Noteworthy performances from members of Team Dunlop Elite included Gavyn Welzien [51cc (7-8 Limited)] alongside Tiger Wood [Supermini 2 (13-16)]. Meanwhile, Team Dunlop Elite alumni Haiden Deegan grabbed two overall championships in the 250 and 450 Pro Sport classes, Daxton Bennick grabbed a 250A title and Hannah Hodges took home the Women 12+ championship.

 

Once the Supercross portion of the event was completed, athletes transferred over to the motocross segment of the week’s festivities. While here, forty-three out of forty-four championships were accumulated by riders running Dunlop tires. With Kyleigh Stallings [Girls (11-16), Women 12+] and Gavyn Welzien [51cc (4-8) Limited), victorious in this category, Team Dunlop Elite riders would showcase award-winning performances. Crockett Myers [Collegeboy (16-24)] and Drew Adams [450B] would also take home championships alongside Team Dunlop Elite alumni Haiden Deegan, who won three more expert class championships while going undefeated in all 6 of his motos and was honored as recipient of the coveted Dunlop Silver Tire Award; an accolade granted to the competitor with the most points, participating in both Pro Sport, and “A” classes.

 “We were so close to winning every single championship, we just missed it by one” said Rob Fox, Dunlop Amateur Motocross Support Manager. “We were extremely busy all week and honored that so many riders choose to race on Dunlop tires!”

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