Rancho Cucamonga, CA – The American Superbike Racing Association (ASRA) is thrilled to announce its continued partnership with Dunlop Motorcycle Tires for the 2025 road race season, solidifying a collaboration that promises to elevate competition and support racers across the series. This partnership reaffirms Dunlop’s position as a leader in motorcycle racing tire technology and ASRA’s commitment to delivering top-tier racing experiences, culminating with the season championship at the iconic Daytona International Speedway in October.

Dunlop Motorcycle Tires, renowned for its championship-winning heritage, will once again provide racers with cutting-edge tire technology, including a highly anticipated new line of road race tires designed to push performance boundaries. These innovative tires, developed with input from top riders and Dunlop’s extensive racing expertise, are set to debut in the 2025 season, offering enhanced grip, durability, and consistency for ASRA competitors. Dunlop’s commitment to innovation ensures that racers will have the tools they need to compete at the highest level, especially as the season builds toward the dramatic finale at Daytona.

“We’re proud to partner with Dunlop for the 2025 season,” said Alex Spellman, Partner at ASRA. “Their dedication to advancing tire technology and supporting our racers aligns perfectly with our mission to grow road racing in America. With the new road race tires and the season championship at Daytona in October, we’re setting the stage for an unforgettable year of competition.”

Cori Maynard, Amateur Road Race Support Manager and Motorsports Logistics Coordinator for Dunlop Motorcycle Tires, echoed this enthusiasm: “ASRA provides an incredible platform for racers, and we’re excited to bring our latest road race tires to the series. Our goal is to give riders the confidence and performance they need to chase victories, especially at the prestigious Daytona finale. We’re grateful for this partnership and can’t wait to see what the season holds.”

The 2025 ASRA National Endurance/Team Challenge Series and ASRA National Sprint Series will feature a robust schedule, with the championship-deciding finale held at Daytona International Speedway. The Daytona weekend starts with the Team Hammer Advanced Riding School & Pro Practice on October 16, followed by ASRA races on the high banks October 17-19. Dunlop’s support will extend beyond tires, offering trackside assistance to ensure racers have everything they need to succeed.

For more information about the 2025 ASRA season and the partnership with Dunlop, visit asraracing.com or dunlopmotorcycletires.com. Stay tuned for updates as the season approaches!

About ASRA

The American Superbike Racing Association (ASRA) is dedicated to promoting and growing motorcycle road racing in the United States. With a focus on competition, safety, and community, ASRA hosts a variety of racing events that showcase talent from amateur to professional levels.

About Dunlop Motorcycle Tires

Dunlop Motorcycle Tires is a global leader in motorcycle tire manufacturing, with a legacy of success in professional and amateur racing. Dunlop continues to innovate, delivering world-class tires for racers and enthusiasts alike.

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An Open Tire Series Built for Racers, by Racers

Pirelli Motorcycle Tires and the American Superbike Racing Association (ASRA) are delighted to announce the renewal of their esteemed partnership for the 2025 racing season. This collaboration reaffirms Pirelli’s unwavering commitment to delivering world-class performance and innovation to the racetrack while honoring ASRA’s legacy as a series crafted for racers, by racers.

For years, Pirelli has been a trusted sponsoring partner of ASRA, supplying riders with cutting-edge tire technology that enhances performance, safety, and competition. As the 2025 season approaches, this partnership continues to thrive, promising another year of exhilarating racing action and opportunities for riders to push their limits. Pirelli’s involvement underscores its dedication to advancing motorcycle racing while supporting the diverse needs of ASRA’s passionate racing community.

ASRA remains steadfast in its mission to provide a platform where racers of all backgrounds can compete on their terms. True to its roots, the series will maintain its status as an open tire series in 2025, ensuring competitors have the freedom to choose the equipment that best suits their riding style and strategy. This racer-driven philosophy, combined with Pirelli’s industry-leading tire solutions,including their Diablo Superbike and Supercorsa line up., sets the stage for a season that celebrates skill, innovation, and the spirit of competition.

“We are proud to continue our partnership with ASRA, a series that embodies the heart and soul of motorcycle racing,” said Oscar Solis, Senior Racing Manager of Pirelli North America. “At Pirelli, we are passionate about supporting racers at every level, and ASRA’s commitment to an open tire format aligns perfectly with our goal of empowering riders with choice and performance. We look forward to an exciting 2025 season filled with celebrating competitors’ achievements at ASRA events.”

“Our partnership with Pirelli is a testament to our shared values of excellence and dedication to the racing community”said ASRA partner Alex Spellman. “ASRA was built for racers, by racers, and we’re thrilled to carry that legacy forward in 2025 with Pirelli’s support. By remaining an open tire series, we ensure that our competitors have the flexibility to race their way, and we can’t wait to see what this season brings.”

The 2025 ASRA season promises to deliver high-octane competition across its challenging courses, showcasing the talents of skilled riders using top-tier equipment. Further details will be announced in the coming weeks. Fans and participants alike are encouraged to stay tuned for updates as ASRA and Pirelli gear up for another unforgettable year.

About ASRA

The American Superbike Racing Association (ASRA) is a premier motorcycle racing series in the United States, dedicated to fostering a competitive and inclusive environment for riders. Built for racers, by racers, ASRA offers a unique platform that prioritizes rider choice and celebrates the thrill of the sport.

About Pirelli

Founded in 1872, Pirelli is a global leader in premium tire manufacturing, renowned for its innovation, performance, and deep-rooted passion for motorsport. With a legacy of excellence, Pirelli continues to support riders and racers worldwide, delivering tires that blend cutting-edge technology with superior quality.

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The American Superbike Racing Association (ASRA) is excited to announce the championship payout structure for the Thunderbike, Supersport and Superstock 1000 classes, reinforcing its commitment to rewarding top-tier performance and advancing competitive supersport racing across the series.

Thanks to generous sponsorship from Trident Cycles Racing, effective for the 2025 racing season, the top three championship finishers in the Thunderbike, Supersport and Superstock 1000 classes will receive the following cash prizes:

1st Place: $3,000

2nd Place: $2,000

3rd Place: $1,000

With a total of $6,000 in prize money awarded per class, this payout structure highlights ASRA’s dedication to recognizing the skill, dedication, and passion of its racers while elevating the stakes for the championship titles. The season will span seven months and conclude with a thrilling championship final at the iconic Daytona International Raceway, October 17-19, 2025, where champions will be crowned and payouts awarded amidst the legendary atmosphere of this world-class venue.

“We’re thrilled to roll out this championship payout structure for the Thunderbike, Supersport and Superstock 1000 classes,” said Scott Gilbert, Partner of ASRA. “This move reflects our ongoing mission to support our riders and grow racing in America by offering significant rewards for excellence on the track. Hosting the championship final at Daytona International Raceway only adds to the prestige and excitement.”

The ASRA Thunderbike, Supersport and Superstock 1000 classes are renowned for delivering intense competition and showcasing the talents of some of the country’s most skilled superbike racers. The 2025 season will feature the following race dates and locations:

May 10-11: Pittsburgh International Race Complex (Pitt Race)

May 24-25: Summit Point Motorsports Park

June 14-15: Virginia International Raceway (VIR)

July 12-13: Blackhawk Farms Raceway

August 22-23: Road Atlanta

September 13-14: Ozark International Raceway

October 17-19: Daytona International Raceway (Championship Final)

This new payout structure, paired with a robust schedule culminating at Daytona, is poised to attract even more competitors, promising an electrifying season for riders and fans alike. For more information about the ASRA racing schedule, rules, and participation details, visit www.asraracing.com or follow us on social media.

About ASRA
The American Superbike Racing Association (ASRA) is a leading motorcycle racing organization committed to promoting superbike racing throughout the United States. Focused on safety, integrity, and excitement, ASRA provides a competitive platform for riders to demonstrate their abilities and passion for the sport.

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This year’s event is set for Wednesday, March 5, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. till noon at the
DAYTONA 200 MONUMENT.

The Daytona 200 Monument is located beach side on the Boardwalk next to the Historic Bandshell and in front of the Hilton Hotel Beachside (100 N. Atlantic Avenue, Daytona Beach, FL). Please note there is no beach front boardwalk parking at the monument, so attendees can park in the Ocean Walk public parking garage on A1A and it is a short walk to the Monument. The event is open to the public and all motorcyclists in town for Daytona Bike Week.

During the 2025 Daytona 200 Monument’s “Gathering of Champions” event there will be 10 new personalized granite plaques unveiled and 54 personalized paver bricks.

This year’s plaque unveilings include:

• Dave Despain, well-respected announcer, and TV personality

• Mike Trimby, Daytona 200 racer and founder of IRTA and his wife, Irene

• Gary “Too Fast” Fisher, road racer

•The late Michelle Lindsay Wilson, four-time Daytona 200 Champion TOBC Racing Team Owner

• Bobby Decker, dirt track racer

• Mikey Buman II, Speedway racer

• Roger Crump, 1974 Daytona Short Track racer

• Drag Racer Curly Jim Fontaine and his wife Kim

• Donald “Skip” Eaken, legendary tuner

• Kathy Rall Estep, Dave Estep, Donnie Estep, Ronnie Rall and Norbert Rall,
Estep Rall Racing

The event is hosted by Cristy Klamfoth, daughter of Daytona 200 Monument founders Bev and Dick Klamfoth, along with her husband, Al Charles.

Noted race announcers Richard Chambers and Pat Gonsalves will emcee the event and introduce this year’s plaque and brick sponsors and help us relive Daytona racing stories of the past.

The celebration continues Thursday, March 6, 2025, at 8:00 am with the annual “Over The Hill Gang” Breakfast at the Eagles Lodge (5130 South Ridgewood Ave, in Port Orange).
There are no reservations required, and tickets are available at the door.
Bring your stories and claim your bragging rights.

The Daytona 200 Monument was the dream of three-time Daytona 200 Champion Dick Klamfoth and his wife Bev as a place to honor the great riders who had won on the Beach.

Over the years, the Daytona 200 Monument has grown to embrace all the Daytona 200 Champions as well as Champions from all forms of racing and the Motorcycle Industry. Daytona Beach Bike Week attendees continue to support the Monument and return each year to celebrate and remember their visit to this famous beach.

For more information contact Cristy or AL Via email kccyclellc@aol.com or visit daytona200monument.com.

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Learning Curves Racing (LCR) would like to take this opportunity to thank the students, racers, families, friends, and everyone who has recommended us over the years. Since 1989, LCR has conducted and hosted race licensing schools, clinics, and specialty classes at numerous racetracks nationwide.

We have been blessed to inspire new riders to be safe and fast on the track. It has been an honor to be a part of so many of the new racers’ journeys along the way and call many of them friends and family.

A special shoutout to all the excellent instructors and advocates over the years: Kevin Elliott (RIP), Dave Doe, Mark Erickson, Brian McLaughlin, Scott Zampach, Dean Hagemann (RIP), Todd Evans, Jason D’Amico, Doug Lincoln, Megan Ryan, Scotty Ryan, Aaron Stein and most recently, Kevin Van Engen, and Jon White. We could not have done this without you!

Unfortunately, ASRA decided to take a different approach to licensing new racers. As a result, Learning Curves Racing has officially ceased operations on February 7th, 2025. It has been an incredible ride for the last 35 seasons. Thank you for trusting us to help you with your motorcycle training needs! We wish you all the best in the future.

Additionally, we are grateful to the new ASRA owners for allowing us to continue our respective roles for the past two years. Along with the above, we are parting ways with ASRA as part of this “different direction.” We will miss being an integral part of your racing journey. Lora and I have dedicated ourselves as Race Officials for the past 13 race seasons. I have served as Race Director, while Lora has held many positions, including Head Registrar for the Midwest Region and the Daytona events. Her most recent role was working the ASRA Help Desk.

We have been fortunate to serve as Race Director and Head Registrar for the six Daytona 200 race weekends run by ASRA. This was a dream come true for me as a former racer. The Daytona 200 is an iconic race I have followed since purchasing my first street bike. I sincerely appreciate the late Kevin Elliott for making this opportunity possible.

The most significant recognition goes to the exceptional staff who have dedicated their time, weekends, families, and friends for years to ensure the safety and professionalism of the events for the racers. Their unwavering commitment is the foundation of the exceptional region we serve.

We extend our best wishes to all of you as you embark on the future.

FAST and SAFE!

Rick Breuer
Former ASRA Race Director and owner of Learning Curves Racing Ltd.

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The American Superbike Racing Association (ASRA) is thrilled to announce Motovid.com as the official Track Day/Performance Clinic Training Partner for the 2025 season. This partnership will bring an enhanced level of rider development through a series of training clinics, online educational programs, and dedicated practice sessions leading up to every ASRA race round at Blackhawk Farms Raceway.

As part of this collaboration, ASRA and Motovid.com will offer a variety of track-focused training opportunities, including:

● On-Site Training Clinics – Expert-led rider development sessions at select Motovid and ASRA events.

● Online Educational Content – Virtual learning modules designed to improve rider skills and racecraft.

● Friday Practice & Test and Tune Days – Exclusive pre-race track sessions before every ASRA round at Blackhawk Farms Raceway, giving racers critical time to prepare for competition.

“We are excited to partner with Motovid.com to bring high-quality rider education and structured practice opportunities to ASRA competitors,” said Alex Spellman, President of ASRA. “Their proven expertise in track day training will ensure our riders have the best resources to refine their skills and perform at their highest level.”

Motovid.com, known for its commitment to safe and professional track riding experiences, brings years of instructional expertise to ASRA’s competitive environment. “Our mission has always been to provide riders with the tools they need to succeed on track,” said Michael Casey, General Manager, Motovid.com. “This partnership allows us to expand our reach and directly support ASRA racers in their pursuit of excellence.”

With a shared vision of fostering talent and growing the sport of motorcycle road racing, ASRA and Motovid.com look forward to an exciting 2025 season filled with valuable training opportunities and competitive action.

For more information about the 2025 ASRA season and Motovid.com training programs, visit www.asraracing.com and www.motovid.com.

About ASRA

The American Superbike Racing Association (ASRA) is dedicated to promoting and organizing premier motorcycle road racing events across the United States. With a focus on competitive excellence and rider development, ASRA provides a professional platform for racers of all skill levels.

About Motovid.com

Since 2004, Motovid.com is a leader in track day training and performance riding development, offering structured programs designed to provide the most conducive environment for skills enhancement, rider safety, and performance on the racetrack. With a commitment to quality coaching and structured learning, Motovid.com helps riders of all levels achieve their full potential.

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To be considered for the Young Guns feature, a racer must be no younger than 11 and no older than 18 on January 1st, 2025; have finished in the top three in a sanctioned Expert-level motorcycle road race or Championship and reside within the United States, Canada, or Mexico or be a citizen of the U.S., Canada, or Mexico.

Riders can nominate themselves. Race sanctioning bodies, sponsors and race teams are encouraged to nominate young riders, but riders or their parents must request and then submit completed applications and provide photos suitable for publication by our deadline to be considered. (This works like a race: If you don’t enter, you won’t get on the grid. Or more specifically, if nobody nominates you or your favorite young racer, you or they won’t be included.)

Riders who have previously been recognized as a Young Gun should email youngguns@roadracingworld.com to update their profile information and arrange submission of up-to-date photos.

PDFs of the 2024 Young Guns feature in the print magazine appear below. Each rider was also featured individually on roadracingworld.com .

An example of an individual rider feature on roadracingworld.com can be seen by clicking on the image below:

Roadracing World Young Guns 2024: Mikey Lou Sanchez

New candidates who wish to be considered for the 2025 Young Guns feature should obtain, fill out and return a 2025 Young Guns questionnaire to Roadracing World by January 30th, 2025. Requests for questionnaires should be sent via e-mail to youngguns@roadracingworld.com.

Questionnaires must be filled out completely in English and be returned as a Word document. Completed questionnaires should be returned to the same youngguns@roadracingworld.com e-mail address.

An example of a properly filled-out 2024 questionnaire follows:

Rossi Moor

2024 Age: 16.

Current (2024) home: Portland, Oregon.

Current (2024) height/weight: 5′ 11″/153 pounds.

Current (2024) school grade level: 10^th grade.

Began riding at age: 2.5 years.

First road race: 2014, McMinnville, Oregon, Oregon Superbikers, 125cc four-stroke, 1st place.

2024 primary racebike: Suzuki GSX-8R.

2024 team/tuners/mechanics: Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki/Brian Robertson/Robin Hawley.

2024 Primary race series: MotoAmerica Twins Cup.

2024 Sponsors: Vision Wheel, M4 Performance Exhausts, ECSTAR, Suzuki, Mission Foods, Arai, RST, R&G, Hotbodies Racing, Vortex, EK Chains, TechSpec, Cordona, SportbikeTrackGear.com, HEL, 1-833-CJ-KNOWS, Roadracingworld.com, Team Hammer,  Polyglass, 2Fast Track Days.

Recent racing accomplishments: 2023 season, finished 2^nd in MotoAmerica Junior Cup Championship (2 wins, 5 total podiums), crashed out of the lead on last lap of CIV Aprilia RS 660 Cup race at Imola, won 12 CVMA race wins; 2022 season, won Northern Talent Cup Championship (5 wins, 10 total podiums in 12 race starts); 2021 season, finished 3^rd in Northern Talent Cup Championship (3 wins and 6 total podiums in 14 races), finished 22^nd while racing as a wild card in the FIM Moto3 Junior World Championship event at Valencia; 2020 season, won MotoAmerica Mini Cup 190 Championship, won FIM Ohvale 190 Mini Road Racing Championship; 2019 season, placed 2^nd in CIV (Italian) Ohvale GP-0 190 National Championship, won MotoAmerica Ohvale Talent Cup at Pittsburgh International Race Complex, won Ohvale GP-0 190 races in Hungarian National Championship, earned pole position and led a race at Ohvale World Championship, finished 25^th in European Talent Cup race at Jerez (was youngest participant).

2024 racing goal: Win MotoAmerica Twins Cup Championship.

Racing career goals: Win MotoGP World Championship.

Racing heroes: Valentino Rossi, Kevin Schwantz, Wayne Rainey.

Favorite tracks: Assen, Sachsenring.

Favorite hobbies: Gaming, cycling, doing wheelies.

If I wasn’t racing I would be…: A fighter.

…

In addition to completed questionnaires, candidates must also submit an action photo and a head shot (a photo clearly showing the rider’s face without sunglasses) suitable for magazine reproduction (head shots taken with smart phones are usually acceptable). Each submitted photo must include written permission (an e-mail is acceptable) from the photographer (even if the photographer is a parent) specifically giving Roadracing World Publishing the right to publish the photo(s) free of charge in the Young Guns feature and on www.roadracingworld.com.

Digital action photos must be high-resolution, or 3000 pixels wide or tall at 4 inches. All photos must be accompanied by the name of the photographer along with when and where the photo was taken, including the name of the racetrack. Photos should not have any watermarks or graphics added, and photo editing should be kept to a minimum. Digital photos are preferred.

Late and incomplete submissions may not be considered.

Young Guns features to date have appeared in the November 1997, March 1999, February 2000, March 2001, February 2002, April 2003, April 2004, May 2005, June 2006, April 2007, April 2008, April 2009, April 2010, April 2011, April 2012, March 2013, April 2014, April 2015, April 2016, April 2017, April 2018, April 2019, April 2020, April 2021, April 2022, April 2023, and April 2024 issues of Roadracing World & Motorcycle Technology. The Young Guns Classes of 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 were also featured individually on www.roadracingworld.com.

Please familiarize yourself with our previously published Young Guns features before contacting us to ask questions.

If you still have questions, e-mail youngguns@roadracingworld.com.

The Roadracing World Young Guns series started as an answer to critics who said North America lacked up-and-coming young riders. Current or former Roadracing World Young Guns have: Raced in all classes of the MotoGP World Championship (including the Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup series) and FIM Superbike and Supersport World Championships, winning races and capturing World Championships; competed in European Championships and well as British, Canadian, Chinese, Czech Republic, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Mexican, and Spanish National series; raced in the MotoAmerica AMA/FIM North America Championships (winning many races and Championships in all classes, including multiple Superbike titles); finished on the podium at the Suzuki GSX-R World Cup and the KTM RC Cup World Finals; won Superbike Shootout races in the Superbike and Pro Sportbike classes and won the 2014 Dynojet Pro Sportbike Championship; won Suzuki Cup Championships in the U.S.; earned WERA National Challenge, National Endurance and Sportsman National Championships; won ASRA/Formula USA Grand National and CCS National Championships; collected USGPRU titles; and won many local and regional Championships.

Riders who have been featured in Young Guns include:

2017 MotoAmerica Superstock 600 Champion Jason Aguilar (R.I.P.);

2013 AMA Pro SuperSport East Champion, 2022 MotoAmerica Stock 1000 Champion, and MotoAmerica Superbike podium finisher Corey Alexander;

AMA Pro Daytona SportBike race winner Tommy Aquino (R.I.P.);

2008 Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup Champion, two-time MotoAmerica Supersport Champion, and MotoAmerica Superbike race winner J.D. Beach;

five-time MotoAmerica Superbike Champion Cameron Beaubier;

MotoAmerica Twins Cup race winner Jackson Blackmon;

former Canadian Sport Bike Champion Tomas Casas;

MotoAmerica 2024 Junior Cup Champion Matthew Chapin;

three-time Canadian Sport Bike Champion and 2014 Canadian Superbike Champion Jodi Christie;

MotoAmerica Supersport podium finisher and Canadian Superbike race winner Torin Collins;

former AMA Pro SuperSport East Champion and MotoAmerica Superstock 1000 race winner Josh Day;

2011 Daytona 200 winner Jason DiSalvo;

2014 AMA Pro SuperSport Championship runner-up and current MotoAmerica team owner Dustin Dominguez;

2018 MotoAmerica Junior Cup Champion, 2019 MotoAmerica Twins Cup Champion, and 2021 Canadian Superbike Champion Alex Dumas;

four-time Pikes Peak International Hill Climb race winner and former motorcycle track record holder Carlin Dunne (R.I.P.);

Canadian Superbike race winner Bodhi Edie;

two-time AMA Pro Daytona SportBike Champion, two-time AMA Pro XR1200/Harley-Davidson Champion and four-time Daytona 200 winner Danny Eslick;

2019 MotoAmerica Supersport Champion and 2020 and 2024 MotoAmerica Superbike race winner Bobby Fong;

2010 Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup Champion, 2014 AMA Pro Daytona SportBike Champion, 2015 MotoAmerica AMA/FIM North America Superstock 1000 Champion, and three-time MotoAmerica Superbike Champion Jake Gagne;

two-time MotoAmerica Supersport Champion and World Superbike podium finisher Garrett Gerloff;

2017 MotoAmerica Superstock 600 Championship runner-up Michael Gilbert;

2014 AMA Pro SuperSport Champion, 2023 MotoAmerica Stock 1000 Champion, 2023 MotoAmerica King Of The Baggers Champion, 2024 Loudon Classic winner, and 2024 MotoAmerica Stock 1000 Champion Hayden Gillim;

2002 AMA Superbike Champion and 2006 FIM MotoGP World Champion Nicky Hayden (R.I.P.);

2007 AMA Pro 600cc Supersport Champion, 2014 AMA Pro Superbike Championship runner-up, and 2017 MotoAmerica Superbike Championship runner-up Roger Hayden;

eight-time AMA Pro Superbike race winner and two-time AMA Supersport Champion Tommy Hayden;

2013 AMA Pro Superbike Champion, 2016 MotoAmerica Superstock 1000 Champion, 2022 MotoAmerica Supersport Champion, and 2024 MotoAmerica Superbike Champion Josh Herrin;

MotoAmerica Supersport podium finisher Teagg Hobbs;

AMA Pro Superstock race winner Jake Holden;

2000 AMA Pro 750 Supersport Champion, 2001 AMA Pro Formula Xtreme Champion, 2011 British Superbike Championship runner-up, MotoGP podium finisher, and World Superbike regular John Hopkins;

2015 Supersport World Championship runner-up, 2019 MotoAmerica Supersport Championship runner-up, and 2023 MotoAmerica Superbike race winner Patrick “P.J.” Jacobsen;

2021 MotoAmerica Supersport Champion, Moto2 World Championship competitor, and MotoAmerica Superbike race winner Sean Dylan Kelly;

Canadian Superbike race winner Kevin Lacombe;

two-time MotoAmerica Junior Cup Champion, MotoAmerica Twins Cup Champion, MotoAmerica Supersport race winner, MotoAmerica Baggers race winner Rocco Landers;

two-time MotoAmerica Stock 1000 Champion Andrew Lee;

2021 MotoAmerica Stock 1000 and Superbike Cup Champion Jake Lewis;

MotoAmerica Supersport race winner Sam Lochoff;

MotoAmerica Superstock 600 race winner Nick McFadden;

AMA Pro SuperSport race winner and MotoAmerica Supersport race winner Stefano Mesa;

Elena Myers, the first and only woman to win AMA Pro Supersport races;

AMA Pro XR1200 race winner, multi-time Loudon Classic winner, and 3-time Baggers Racing League (BRL) Champion Shane Narbonne;

2012 Canadian Superbike Championship runner-up Andrew Nelson;

2016 MotoAmerica KTM RC Cup Champion, 2019 British Motostar (Moto3) Champion, MotoAmerica Supersport podium finisher, MotoAmerica Superbike racer and two-time Daytona 200 winner Brandon Paasch;

2012 Daytona 200 winner and 2010 AMA Pro Supersport West Champion Joey Pascarella;

2016 MotoAmerica Superstock 600 Champion and MotoAmerica Supersport podium finisher Bryce Prince;

AMA Pro and Canadian National race winner and multi-time N2/WERA National Endurance Champion Chris Peris;

two-time AMA Pro SuperSport National Champion, British Supersport podium finisher, 2020 AFT Production Twins Champion, and 2024 MotoAmerica King Of The Baggers podium finisher James Rispoli;

2015 MotoAmerica Superstock 600 Champion, MotoAmerica Supersport race winner, and 2023 and 2024 Moto2 World Championship race winner Joe Roberts;

2023 and 2024 MotoAmerica Supersport race winner, 2023 Loudon Classic winner and 2024 Daytona 200 podium finisher Tyler Scott;

former Red Bull AMA U.S. Rookies Cup Champion and former FIM Moto2 European Championship competitor Benny Solis, Jr.;

three-time AMA Pro Superbike Champion, 2009 Superbike World Champion, MotoGP race winner, and AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Ben Spies;

multi-time AMA Pro race winner and four-time overall WERA National Endurance Champion Chris Ulrich;

MotoAmerica Supersport and Stock 1000 podium finisher and former World Superbike competitor Jayson Uribe;

2017 MotoAmerica KTM RC Cup Championship runner-up, 2018 MotoAmerica Junior Cup Championship runner-up, and MotoAmerica Supersport podium finisher Cory Ventura;

Canadian Superbike race winner Alex Welsh;

former AMA Pro Superbike Rookie of the Year, Chinese Superbike Championship race winner, MotoAmerica Supersport podium finisher  and 2024 MotoAmerica Super Hooligan Champion Cory West;

MotoAmerica Junior Cup and Superbike Cup race winner, and 2024 Superbike Cup Champion Ashton Yates;

and two-time AMA Pro Superbike Championship runner-up Blake Young.

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Birdsboro, PA — January 7, 2025 — 13-year-old rising road racing star, Cole Varnes, is excited to announce his partnership with Karns Performance for the 2025 racing season. Varnes will compete aboard the CFMoto 450 in the highly competitive ASRA Series, marking a significant leap forward in his growing racing career.

Jason Karns, owner of Karns Performance, expressed his enthusiasm for the new collaboration: “We’ve been looking to keep our CFMoto 450 on the track, and when we saw Cole in action last year, we knew he was the perfect fit to continue the development of the CFMoto 450. His skill, focus, and maturity on the track left a lasting impression. We’re confident that with Cole at the helm, this bike will continue to shine. We’re excited to have him on board for the 2025 season.”

Varnes, coming off an impressive 2024 flat track season with a District 6 Flat Track Championship in the 250 Class and two class championships at Square Deal Raceway in New York, will now shift his primary focus to road racing in 2025. While dedicating himself to road racing, he will continue to race flat track on off weekends. His partnership with Karns Performance marks a pivotal step in his development, providing him the resources and support needed to hone his skills as he works toward his long-term goal of competing in the MotoAmerica series.

“I’m really excited to get back to road racing in 2025 and to be a part of the Karns Performance team!” said Varnes. “I spent a lot of time racing flat track last year with a few road races thrown in, but now I’m focused on road racing full-time. My goal for the season is to gain more experience on a variety of tracks, which will be key as I work toward the MotoAmerica series. The CFMoto 450 is already a proven winner, and I can’t wait to see what we can accomplish together.”

This partnership marks a pivotal moment in Varnes’ career as he continues to build momentum in the road racing world. With the support of Karns Performance and the power of the CFMoto 450, Varnes is poised to make a strong impression in the upcoming season.

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Celebrates a century of AMA rights wins, historic racing accomplishments and camaraderie among riders this holiday season

PICKERINGTON, Ohio — With the holidays just around the corner and the new year to follow, the American Motorcyclist Association prepares to cap off its year-long celebration of its 100th anniversary — 1924-2024 — along with its substantial achievements of this year.

“For the past century, the American Motorcyclist Association has brought together hundreds of thousands of like-minded riders with a shared love of motorcycling,” AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman said. “As we celebrated our 100th anniversary in 2024, we reflected on our journey as one of the largest motorcycling membership organizations in the world and the impact the organization has had on the motorcycle industry and its enthusiasts. We take great pride in our mission to protect motorcycling and promote the motorcycle lifestyle, and we will continue to do so for the next 100 years!”

During its 100th anniversary in 2024, the AMA continued to champion the diverse and growing motorcycling community through its commitment to advocate for motorcyclists’ rights at the local, state and federal levels. For its efforts at the forefront of the fight to protect motorcyclists’ freedoms over the past 100 years, the organization received special recognition from its local government in Pickerington, Ohio, the state legislature of Ohio, and the United States Congress.

Throughout the year, the AMA also held a collection of centennial celebrations — bringing members and AMA staff together to observe the AMA’s wide-ranging accomplishments over the past century. The AMA recognized its 100th anniversary at its Spring and Fall Bike Nights, AMA Hall of Fame Days, and AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days — which enjoyed its most successful running to date. The AMA also contributed anniversary displays to several high-profile events, such as Daytona Bike Week, Americade, AMA Supercross races, and more.

With the impending turn of the new year, the AMA launches into its next century with the same passion and devotion for protecting motorcyclists’ interests as it has maintained since 1924.

The AMA is incredibly grateful to all the members who have helped the organization thrive over the past century, and wishes everyone a joyous holiday season, a Happy New Year, and another 100 years of the AMA!

About the American Motorcyclist Association

Founded in 1924, the AMA is a not-for-profit member-based association whose mission is to promote the motorcycle lifestyle and protect the future of motorcycling. As the world’s largest motorcycling rights and event sanctioning organization, the AMA advocates for riders’ interests at all levels of government and sanctions thousands of competition and recreational events every year. Besides offering members money-saving discounts on products and services, the AMA also publishes American Motorcyclist, a recently revitalized and monthly full-color magazine (and digital version of same) that covers current events and motorcycle history with brilliant photography and compelling writing. American Motorcyclist is also North America’s largest-circulation magazine. Through the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Pickerington, Ohio, the AMA honors the heroes and heritage of motorcycling. For more information, visit AmericanMotorcyclist.com.

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Italian Motorcycle Group Has Since Expanded to Thirteen US Flagship Stores

Dainese (www.dainese.com), the world leader of protective wear for dynamic sports, is proud to announce the 20th anniversary of its first US flagship store.

In 2004, Dainese opened its first North American flagship store in Orange County to meet the needs of Southern California’s growing motorsports community. Over the past two decades, the store has become a premier destination for motorcycle enthusiasts seeking high-performance gear that combines cutting-edge technology with Dainese’s renowned craftsmanship. From innovative helmets to body armor, Dainese has continually elevated safety and performance standards for riders and athletes alike.

“We opened Dainese Orange County with a mission to bring innovative products and enhance rider safety within one of the most vibrant and diverse riding communities in the country” said Louis Ortega, of Dainese North America. “Twenty years later, it’s amazing to see how we’ve grown from serving the Southern California riders at one location to expanding our commitment across 13 stores in North America, while staying true to our passion for innovation and protection.”

Dainese has carefully selected key markets across North America for its flagship stores, establishing a strong presence in major cities like New York City, San Francisco, Chicago, Los Angeles, Miami, and Austin. Each store offers customers a premium shopping experience with access to Dainese’s cutting-edge protective gear, expert staff, and an unwavering commitment to rider safety. Globally, Dainese now boasts 45 locations, serving as a trusted name for dynamic sports enthusiasts around the world and cementing its reputation as a leader in motorsports protection.

DAINESE GROUP

Dainese is the global leader in superior quality protection equipment and apparel for motorcycling and other dynamic sports. Headquartered in Vicenza, Italy, the company employs more than 1,000 employees and is present across EMEA, APAC and the Americas. Dainese owns three powerful brands (Dainese, AGV and TCX) synonymous with innovation and technical excellence. It is present in 96 countries through long-standing relationships with top-tier wholesale partners, 38 directly operated destination stores and a direct e-commerce channel. Founded in 1972 by Lino Dainese, the Dainese Group develops cutting-edge protective clothing for use when practicing dynamic sports: Motorcycle riding, winter sports, cycling, horse riding, and sailing. Dainese, AGV, and TCX products represent the technological frontier in terms of protection in dynamic sports, and are used by the world’s best athletes, from Valentino Rossi to Sofia, Olympic skiing champion and winner of the World Cup Downhill title.

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