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14 THE PRESS ROOM http://issuu.com/action/page?page=34 34 THE GRID NEWS http://issuu.com/action/page?page=38 38 MOTOGP WITH B.T. - By B.T. http://issuu.com/action/page?page=48 48 ASPHALT & OPPORTUNITY - By Brian and Julian Glascoe http://issuu.com/action/page?page=62 62 THE INSIDE LINE - By Devonne Duerbaum http://issuu.com/action/page?page=68 68 FEATURED RIDERS http://issuu.com/action/page?page=74 74 IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS - By Ana Mata http://issuu.com/action/page?page=86 86 THE NEW ISH
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FROM THE EDITOR
THINGS CHANGE, BUT REMAIN THE SAME In today's chaotic climate, there is truth in all of my 20 plus years in the industry. WTF? the adage, "the more things change, the more they stay the same." But even now and Things are changing. again, life hurls a curveball at you leaving I am not a health official at all, but I'd like to you pondering, "WTF?" offer a practical tip for keeping sane during You have to wonder what is in the future of these insane times. 1. Wash your hands. 2. our industry as Dorna officials announced, Embrace the fist pump or elbow tap over after heavy consideration, the cancelation of shaling hands. 3. Cough into your elbow. 5. the premier class of the opening round for the Stay home from work if you're feeling sick. 5. 2020 GP season. Further, they announced the Keep calm and ride your motorcycle... Then postponement of the Thailand GP, just before ride some more. it was announced that the Qatar round of WorldSBK was being postponed. All resulting There's another adage, "No one gets out of from the threat, fear, concern spread of the here alive." Very true. But while we are here, Corona Virus. One has to wonder, what let's ride and have a good time. affect this pandemic will have on our sport and industry in general. Not that it wasn't real before, but shit just got real. Races are Best, being canceled and postponed? Because of Allan a rapidly spreading virus... A first for me in allan@sportbikesincmag.com 12 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | FEBRUARY 2020
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THE PRESS ROOM
INDUSTRY NEWS SUPER73 R SERIES
The gang over at Super73 has unveiled their new R series, a sportier version of their electric motorbike that offers an impressive boost in performance as well as curb appeal. Available in two models, the R ($2995) and the RX ($3495), the R series bikes feature three riding modes or classes. Class- 1 mode operates with pedal assist without the use of the throttle for speeds up to 20mph. Class-2 riding mode allows for throttle operation and pedal-assist for speeds up to 20mph. Class-3 mode operates with pedal assist without the use of the throttle for speeds up to 28mph. There is also an unlimited mode that unleashes 2000 watts to achieve speeds in excess of 28mph. 14 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | FEBRUARY 2020
The new R series also comes equipped with an electronic suite that connects with iOS and Andriod devices via the new Super73 mobile app. Other features include an optional IoT module that can serve as anti-theft security, crash detection, and geolocation tracking. The battery of the R series has a 960 watt-hour capacity that provides over 40 miles, at a range of 20mph using the throttle only operation and over 75mph using the ECO pedal assist mode. For more information on the new Super73 R series, please visit www.super73.com
HARLEY DAVIDSON CEO STEPS DOWN Matthew Levatich has stepped down as President and CEO of Harley Davidson, as well as stepping away from the board of directors. The Milwaukee based company said that the parting was mutual and have appointed Jochen Zeitz as acting President and CEO while the board initiates a search for a permanent solution. “I am very fortunate to have spent many years with a company as revered as Harley-Davidson. The grit and determination of the employees and dealers and their passion for bringing our brand of freedom to people around the world has always been inspiring. I am proud of what we have
achieved during my time as CEO, in one of the most challenging periods in our history, and I am confident that the progress we have made on the More Roads plan will position Harley-Davidson for long-term success.� - Matthew Levatich Levatich will continue to assist throughout the transition period until the end of March. Additionally, Zeitz has replaced Michael Cave as chairman of the board of directors, a position that will remain beyond the appointment of the new CEO. Cave now holds the position of board director.
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THE PRESS ROOM: INDUSTRY NEWS ICON RELEASES NEW HELMETS FOR SPRING 2020 Straight from Portland, ICON MOTOSPORTS has unveiled their new helmet collection for the Spring of 2020. The collection mostly includes new graphics and some new tech o n a sel e ct io n of established helmet platforms. Here are a few standouts:
The Airframe Pro Carbon The AFP Carbon features a distinct carbon fiber weave pattern that appears reptilian, think Black Mamba. That carbon weave is a contrast to the gold accents of the air vents, spoiler and face shield.
The Airframe Pro Fastfood This rendition of the AFP receives the fun graphics of an angry cheeseburger with all of the fixings.
Airflite Moto Building on the Airflite helmet platform, the Moto is engineered for more than just its namesake.
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Airflite MIPS Stealth This ICON's first inclusion of the MIPS brain protection system in one of their helmets. It is also the first time that ICON has included three finishes on one helmet: Rubatone, High Gloss and Tactile Dimensional Graphics. The Variant Pro Quicksilver The finish of two Quicksilver helmets will never be alike thanks to a hand rubbing finishing process that provides each Quicksilver with a unique look and finish.
Airflite Blockchain The Blockchain is a fresh take on the Airflite platform with its postapocalyptic graphics and war ready add on spoilers. Check out ICON's entire 2020 Spring Collection at www.rideicon.com. FEBRUARY 2020 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | 17
THE PRESS ROOM: INDUSTRY NEWS DUCATI’S SUPERLEGGERA V4 Ducati has announced the limited production run of the Superleggera V4, a motorcycle that marks several firsts for a production model. Limited to only 500 individually numbered units, worldwide, the Superleggera V4 is the only street-legal motorcycle whose chassis, swingarm, whe el s, fa i ri ngs, a nd biplane aerofoils… all composed of carbon fiber. Dressed in a Desmosedici GP19 inspired livery, the
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Superleggera V4 is powered by the Desmosedici Stradale R 998cc engine that produces just over 220hp. In harmony with all of that carbon, the remaining components are a proper combination of titanium, aluminum, and magnesium, resulting in a dry weight of 350.5 pounds. The bike ships with a race kit that includes an Akrapovic titanium system that boosts performance and engine output to over 230hp.
For those individuals fortunate enough to purchase the Superleggera V4, Ducati has put together a handsome owner’s package that includes a track time on the factory Worldsbk Panigale V4 and an opportunity to ride the Desmosedici GP20. Deliveries are expected to begin in June of 2020, at the rate of 5 bikes per day.
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THE PRESS ROOM: INDUSTRY NEWS ALPINESTARS' 2020 SPRING MOTORCYCLING COLLECTION The latest offerings from the house of Alpinestars has been released. The multiline Spring 2020 collection covers all bases: street, track, touring, ladies, and urban. Of the collection, there are a few stand out items...
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A gentler monster: KTM revamps its monstrous 1290 Super Duke R making it smoother and more thrilling to ride. WORDS: FREDDIE LEX IMAGES: KTM AG FEBRUARY 2020 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | 23
THE FIRST RIDE: KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R
KTM CONTINUES TO up the ante in the naked bike world with the steady evolution of its mean-looking and open-class 2020 1290 Super Duke R ($18,699). The Austrian brand tames the brutish, and at times, uncivilized character of its 180-horsepower sport naked by reinventing the chassis and thunderous 1301cc LC8 Twin. We swung a leg over it during its test ride unveiling in Portugal. Leaner and most certainly meaner, the Super Duke’s appearance is tidier with a shorter overhangs fore and aft. Opposed to a traditional low-slung sportbike the Super Duke is devoid of a front fairing and lower cowl, which shows off its muscular twin-cylinder engine. In a dealership full of cookie-cutter bikes, the Super Duke stands out with its now signature split praying mantis shaped LED headlamp. A closer look reveals the mesh-screened ram air intake which loads the big Twin with fresh air. A pair of 24 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | FEBRUARY 2020
airbox-mounted, showerhead-style fuel injectors shoot into the engine – boosting top-end power – something that the 1290 historically lacked. This along with improved engine mapping increases the 1290’s potency, especially when barreling across 160 mph straightaways. The 75-degree LC8 retains its punchy demeanor off idle–torquing away from stop signs like few other sport motorcycles. An optional electronic quickshifter maximizes thrust during shifts through the six-speed gearbox, without letting off the throttle, nor squeezing the clutch lever. As usual, the Super Duke R is a hoot to blitz away from traffic lights. With 103 lb-ft claimed torque, the 17-inch front wheel climbs toward the sky easily, in any of the first four gears. Electronic anti-wheelie control keeps the front wheel hovering near the pavement. Of course, the rider can manually disable this feature, and rely on a dab of the rear brake to set down the
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wheel. Either way, the choice is yours. When it’s time to shed triple digit speeds, the Super Duke R uses a beautiful set of machined Brembo Stylema superbike calipers gripping 320mm diameter rotors. The setup is powered through stainless-steel hoses and a radial pump master cylinder. Lever position adjustment is another nice touch. The optional quickshifter also includes auto-blip downshift function so the rider can downshift without squeezing the clutch. This add-on is exceptionally helpful when making downshifts at lean. Lean angle sensitive cornering ABS helps mitigate wheel lock up during brake application. The ABS system also includes a “supermoto” mode, which deactivates rear ABS for advanced pilots that wish to slide by brake during corner entry. The Super Duke R’s historically spongy suspension components were a weak link–especially when ridden at an elevated pace. We’re happy to report that the new Apex generation fork from WP offers greater support and road holding. In addition to tool-less style compression and rebound damping adjusters, the fork includes spring preload adjustability. Ride height can be modified based on preference or rider weight. Red rubber sliders monitor fork travel, so it’s easier to dial in the optimum setup. The 1290’s rear suspension benefits from a linkage-type configuration greatly improving suspension action. Where the non-linkage equipped 2014-2019 models exhibited hyper, supermoto-like movement at pace, the new setup delivers a calmer and more compliant action– similar to Aprilia’s class-leading Tuono V4. Damping adjustment controls on the shock body and a handy twist-style preload adjustment knob facilitate quick changes. The adjustable foot controls and handlebar are other nice touches FEBRUARY 2020 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | 27
THE FIRST RIDE: KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R
MORE POLISHED IN EVERY WAY, THE 1290 SUPER DUKE R, KNOWS HOW TO GET LOOSE AND BURN BRIDGESTONE BATTLAX RUBBER ON THE STREET AND RACETRACK.
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THE FIRST RIDE: KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R
proving KTM pays attention to details. Well done, KTM. A tilt-adjustable Samsung Galaxy S7-sized color TFT display functions as the Super Duke’s command center. With crisp fonts and a bold range of colors, the panel is a tremendous upgrade from the dinky display employed KTM’s other road bikes. In lieu of a touchscreen, settings are manipulated through handlebar-mounted switchgear. Logical menu navigation makes it easy to tweak individual settings. The size of the buttons and their tactile feel are improved, making it easy to enable features like cruise control. We’re especially fond of the left hand paddle-style buttons so the wheel spin threshold can be modified, on the fly, while riding at pace. More polished in every way, the 1290 Super Duke R, knows how to get loose and burn Bridgestone Battlax rubber on the street and racetrack. And with its enhanced chassis and more capable electronics package, it balances this wild behavior with a degree of competence that we missed since the RC8R sportbike retired. Still fast, still wild, the 2020 Super Duke R earns our respect with its new-found professional attitude. 30 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | FEBRUARY 2020
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YAMAHA CONFIRMS VINALES AND QUARTARARO FOR 2021-2022. WHERE DOES THAT LEAVE ROSSI?
Yamaha confirmed the signing of MotoGP Rookie of the Year, Frenchman Fabio Quartararo in a two-year contract for the 2021 and 2022 MotoGP season. Currently, Quartararo is under contract with the satellite Petrona Yamaha Sepang Racing Team for the 2020 season and will complete his obligations with full support from the factory Yamaha while piloting a factory-spec YZR-M1 before joining Maverick Vinales in the factory garage for the 2021 season. Maverick Vinales recently extended his tenure with the factory Yamaha team for two years (20212022). The Spaniard concluded the 2019 season third in overall championship points.
for the 2021-2022 season, where does that Valentino Rossi? Rossi ended the 2019 season in seventh postion, overall with a total of 174 points. His highest race finish was second place, earned twice. With a new crop of younger riders that are pushing the limits of speed, performance, and results to new heights, the 41-year-old, nine-time World Champion is taking his time deciding if he will continue to compete.
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any decision and needed more time. Yamaha has acted accordingly and concluded the ongoing negotiations. It is clear that after the last technical changes and with the arrival of my new crew chief, my first goal is to be competitive this year and to continue my career as a MotoGP rider also in 2021. Before doing so, I need to have some answers that only the track and the first few races can
give me," Rossi said in a statement. 2020 marks the Italians 25th season in Grand Prix racing, his 21st season in the premier class and his 15th season with Yamaha. Yamaha has made it clear that if Rossi decides to continue his racing career beyond 2020, they will make available a full factory spec YZR-M1 as well as full engineering support.
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THE PRESS ROOM: GRID NEWS THE OPENING ROUND OF THE 2020 MOTOGP PREMIER CLASS - CANCELED Directly related to the threat of the Corona Virus, the government of Qatar has imposed travel restrictions and mandatory quarantine procedures on every one of Italian nationality or residents of Italy arriving from there to be sure they haven’t been in Italy during the last 14 days. The result? The cancelation of the premier class' opening round of the 2020 season that was scheduled for the first weekend of March.
Further, the Thailand Grand Prix has been postponed under the same concerns by the Thailand government. Italy is third in reported cases of the Corona Virus, after China and South Korea.
The concern of how the virus will impact the entire 2020 MotoGP season is growing. Addressing the matter, Dorna Sports CEO Carmelo Ezpeleta stated, "There will absolutely The Moto2, Moto3, and the Asia Talent Cup be a 2020 MotoGP season. We will try to riders and teams are already in Qatar for continue with everything and stay aware of testing so their respective classes will compete the situation because it’s changing day by as planned. day, but our wish is to do all the races in the 2020 season.”
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THE GRID
“LOOKIN’ AT M GUCCI ITS AB GP TIME!”
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THE GRID: MOTOGP WITH B.T. I ALWAYS SAY the best thing about winter is the anticipation of the upcoming MotoGP season. Yeah, Christmas is okay. A lot of stress and future debt. New Years? Hangovers are so overrated. Besides, after we found out the world didn’t end after 1999, it kind of lost its appeal. So what does that leave us with besides snacking on cookies and putting on hoodies and sweaters to hide that extra winter weight? If you guessed the anticipation of the upcoming MotoGP season then you hit the jackpot! For us GP Freaks, this is the time of year where you start calling your shots on who’s got a shot at the championship, who's got surgery and who’s gonna be the surprise of the upcoming season. It’s also the time where you tell your loved ones that you’ll be present only in the physical sense, mentally, you’ll be thinking, “Is this the week that Fabio wins?”, “Can anybody stop Marquez?”, and “Can the Doctor get just one more?” Sepang allows a peek into what the upcoming season may bring. It’s like the coming of Spring, in a way. It’s still way too early to tell what the season may bring but it does give a glimpse. Honestly, who saw Fabio being a threat to Marquez after Sepang last year? If any of you reading this did, then I’m going to call you a liar, liar, pants on fire! Nostradamus couldn’t have seen what 2019 would bring. I personally thought Pecco Bagnaia was going to be rookie of the year. Shows what I know. As I make my predictions on what the 2020 season will bring, just know, it is an inexact science. Kind of like figuring out what makes a woman happy, its a lot of guessing. But based on what I’ve read and my gut instinct, these are my predictions for the 2020 MotoGP season! 40 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | FEBRUARY 2020
TEAM SUZUKI Watch out! Team Suzuki has come out of the gate armed and ready. Alex Rins garnered two wins and a podium last year. And by all accounts, this year's bike is even better than last year’s with more horses and better drive out of the corners, which all GP riders said last year was the best bike out of the corners. Look for Rins to really shake things up along with his teammate Joan Mir, who I feel would’ve been in the running for Rookie of the Year if it wasn’t for a horrific crash in testing at Brno last Summer. The only thing holding Rins back will be Rins. He needs consistency and to be ready to battle tooth and nail every week if he wants to make that leap into a title contender! He’s got the talent as was evident when he outdueled Rossi in Austin. He’s going to have to do that every week if he wants to be considered one of the elites of GP. I say Rins finishes 5th in the championship. Watch out for his teammate Mir to get his first podium this year.
KTM I love this factory. They show that they come to win. The hiring of Dani Pedrosa as a test rider is going to pay big dividends for this team. But it also comes with added pressure. That pressure lands square on the shoulders of that good looking bastard, Pol Espargaro. This has got to be a breakthrough year for Espargaro. He needs consistent top four places, which is not going to be easy in this talent-laden field. Being this is a contract year, look for Esparago to challenge for poles consistently with what I predict will be two podiums and two poles.
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THE DUCS Ducati has talent dripping from their big red machines, like tears from a three-year-old who’s not allowed any more ice cream. While I love the cerebral approach of Andreas Dovizioso, I see Dovi having a slight drop off and Pramac Ducati’s Jack Miller having a fantastic year. Miller, like Rins, needs consistency, but what works with Miller is he has plenty of incentive as he makes no bones about wanting the Factory spot alongside Dovizioso. Watch for Miller to be in the thick of things this season and quite possibly getting a
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victory over the Big 4. As Cal Crutchlow said, “Jack’s got big balls!” And he’s going to need them but look for him to make that leap, garner the factory ride and get at least three podiums and a victory. Sadly, I feel this will be Danilo Petrucci’s last year in the factory squad. Petrucci squeezes all he can out of his talents and is to be saluted, but sometimes, that’s not enough. Look for a solid year out of sophomore Pecco Bagnaia. The kid has talent. This will be the year he shows why he was high on Ducati's list as the future of the big red machine.
TEAM HONDA AND THE MARQUEZ SITUATION Let’s face it. Marc Marquez is Team Honda! No ifs, and or buts. If you don’t think so, how many riders you know can get their brother on the same team? That’s power, folks And it should be that way. He’s earned it. 8 world championships in 9 years? His style is the stuff of highlight reels. But with that style, comes a price and Marc’s paying for that right now. He’s had his second shoulder surgery in as many years and this one seems to be a little more worrisome to the Champ.
This time last year Marc was basically dealing with the same issue but on his left shoulder. This seems to be plaguing the Champ in that he’s unable to push the new bike the way he wants and will hamper his development of the bike.
I say all this but this is Marc Marquez, not some mere mortal. If there is a will there is a way and Marc will find a way. That being said, the shoulder, coupled with his brother alongside him in the garage will be a little bit more than the Champ can handle this year. As hard as it is Going from body language, this injury to Marc’s to type, I predict Marquez finishes second this right shoulder may be a little more serious than first season! That's right! The Baby Face Assassin, expected. At press time, the unconfirmed rumor second! was that Marquez needed another surgery on his right shoulder because of possible nerve damage. Everybody falls off at some point.
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THE GRID: MOTOGP WITH B.T. TEAM YAMAHA AND WHAT TO DO ABOUT THE G.O.A.T. Plain and simple, Yamaha has a group of monsters! This lineup is the top of the GP grid! You’ve got the people's champion Fabio Quartararo, you’ve got Maverick Viñales, who I argue with anyone was the most consistent he’s ever been and of course, you have the G.O.A.T., Valentino Rossi and to really just cement their stance on how serious they are, they have a five-time World Champion Jorge Lorenzo as their test rider. Yamaha has brought a bazooka to a gunfight! These guys will rough up the competition and establish themselves on top of the heap of GP for 2020! While I see Fabio having an even better year than ‘19, getting that long-deserved win, battling every week for the top spot of the podium, it is his teammate Vinales who I see as his the 2020 Champion! Vinales was the first rider to sign his 2021 contract, he’s got the same team as last year and he’s happy! When you factor, familiarity and happiness... that is the recipe for success. Maverick has always shown he’s got the talent but
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it is his mental game that’s always been suspect. Now? I believe you will see Top Gun upset The Champ! There! I said it! Rossi! What can be said that hasn’t already been said. I love the Doctor more than any heterosexual man should love another heterosexual man but as they say, all good things must come to an end. It’s in the body language, the look on his face in the garage... the Doc seems different. I think he can eke out one more victory but to sustain that over a 19 race weekend season, is too tall a task for the G.O.A.T. Vale says he will make up his mind during the European rounds but I think the writing is on the wall. Yamaha already has their factory team for 2021, without Rossi. Sure he has an option for a spot on Team Petronas but I am seeing this as Rossi’s Last Stand. He will leave the sport as a legend and well-loved, but time waits for no one. I’m sure tears will be shed but... Life will go on! Look for Yamaha to also win the Constructors Championship with a boost from forgotten man Franko Morbidelli. This will be Team Yamaha's year! Count on it!
There you have it, my predictions. Are there other factors that will come into play? Of course. The new Michelin tyres, which everyone seems to love, wet races, etc. But overall, this is how I see the season playing out. I think this will be the greatest season of MotoGP EVER! I know I say that every year, but I really, really, really believe it.
for as many as eight different race winners and the tightest points championship in the modern era. GP has me salivating with the promise of what’s to come. With GP comes great racing, A reason to stay up late or wake up early, whichever you prefer, and the coming of the Spring, which is great for me because I hate the cold!
The Champ is hurt. This is the perfect time for his opponents to pounce, and its a contract year. Look Get ready GP Freaks this year will be epic!
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THE GRID: ON THE COME UP
CODY " GET LOWE" LOWE
LOUISA, VIRGINIA
“THE KINGS OF GRUDGE HAND CLUTCH KILLER”
WOOLFOLK MOTORSPORTS
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CODY LOWE HAS MANAGED TO TAKE HOME THE KINGS OF GRUDGE HAND CLUTCH CHAMPIONSHIP IN THE 2018 SEASON. THIS MONTH, WE reached out to Woolfolk Motorsports' featured rider, Cody Lowe out of Louisa, Virginia. I have been privileged to watch the growth of various riders over the past seven years and C. Lowe is a personal favorite of mine. In this day and age, riding is a science and it is extremely difficult to find a rider that can do it all. Every rider can’t tell the mechanic what the bike was doing each after pass and describe what the machine was doing from gear to gear in order to get it properly tuned before the money is on the line. Riding a true hand clutch machine is a science and only a few riders can do it at a high level against stiff competition. Cody Lowe has managed to take home the Kings of Grudge Hand Clutch championship in the 2018 season. From the small town of Louisa in Virginia to racing against some of the best competition in grudge racing from the Mid West to the East Coast. During the 2018 Kings of Grudge season, the team at FEBRUARY 2020 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | 51
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AS THE SEASON WORE ON, MAINTENANCE AND CONSISTENCY BECAME THE ISSUE, BEING ABLE TO GET THE MACHINES DOWN THE TRACK CONSISTENTLY AT EACH EVENT. FEBRUARY 2020 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | 53
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FROM THE SMALL TOWN OF LOUISA IN VIRGINIA TO RACING AGAINST SOME OF THE BEST COMPETITION IN GRUDGE RACING FROM THE MID WEST TO THE EAST COAST Woolfolk Motorsports went on a tear in the hand clutch class. They put together a machine that was at the top of the food chain. It was in a class by itself and they named in Bando. In 2019, They picked up exactly where they left off. Except, this time, they were on a completely different machine and they were right back in the winner's circle. The only difference was that this hand clutch monster called Quavo. The main competition on the season was a Kawasaki ZX14 called Rambo, piloted by Caleb Holt. This was Cody Lowe's rival throughout the entire grudge season and they battled all year long. As the season wore on, maintenance and consistency became the issue, being able to get the machines down the track consistently at each event. At the season finale, Rambo and Quavo locked horns in the hand clutch finals and Cody Lowe took the victory. However, Rambo won the season championship based on points. It’s safe to say that 2020 will be another excellent season of grudge competition. 54 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | FEBRUARY 2020
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BROUGHT TO YOU BY:
NAME: Kenneth I. Grate, II HOMETOWN: Loris, SC AGE: 30 years old. SPONSORS: HTP Performance and Shinko Tires. ACCOMPLISHMENTS: In 2008 I graduated from Motorcycle Mechanic Institute (MMI) in Orlando, Florida; and after winning several races along the east coast, I later became the 2016 Grudge King at the Piedmont Dragstrip. GOALS: My ultimate goal is to become a positive role model for kids coming from all walks of life. DEFINE YOUR PASSION IN ONE SENTENCE: I’m passionate about becoming the best husband, father, and motorcycle racer that I can possibly be, while also making a positive impact on my community.
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PLANNING YOUR ROAD TRIP TO AUSTIN FOR GP
IT’S THE GREATEST time of the year again America's GP. Many people from all over travel to Austin by plane, car or motorcycle. I’ve traveled by plane, and by car. Coming from Florida is definitely a dreading road trip, so my preferred way is to fly and have someone bring my bike up. However, it doesn’t always work that way, but when it does, it’s party time! Every year I’ve stayed in a hotel, but this time I will be staying in an Airbnb. I found that booking an Airbnb may make the stay extra special: more intimate and to get that real Austin feeling. The track, Circuit of the Americas is not too far from the city center, however, you definitely don’t want to stay close to the track, although it seems pretty ideal. Anything near the track is not as nice as you would get downtown besides being far from everything that is going on outside the track FEBRUARY 2020 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | 63
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events and all, so I suggest staying downtown and taking the short time to drive to COTA. If you’re coming in a car, you will need to purchase parking passes quite ahead of time, as they do sell out. Just because you have a parking pass, doesn’t mean you are in P1, so it’s quite a hike. If you ride in on a Ducati, you have VIP treatment. You roll into Ducati Island, park your bike and boom, you’re right there. No painful walking or waiting in traffic. They even have gear check! So you can enjoy walking around comfortably without your clunky gear and bags. In order to have that treatment, you will need to purchase Ducati Island tickets and be a Ducati Owners Club member to check your gear. Ticket packages start at $239 per ticket for 3 days, which includes Ducati Island parking, Turn 1 grandstand ticket, a Ducati Track Lap opportunity, Pit Lane Walk and the Zip Line! Which I think it’s pretty damn cool. As for events, obviously, the Sportbikes Inc Magazine party on Friday night is a must! And here’s tons of other things going on! Do yourself a favor and research to see what will make your list of priorities because before you know it, the weekend is over! Now... Who is ready for COTA? I sure am! FEBRUARY 2020 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | 65
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THE LIFE: FEATURED RIDERS BROUGHT TO YOU BY:
Brayden White-Halverson LOCATION: Surrey, British Columbia OCCUPATION: Iron Worker. YEARS RIDING: 1 year. RIDING STYLE: Street and track. BIKE/S OWNED: 2014 Kawasaki Ninja 300. FAVORITE BIKE MODIFICATION/ACCESSORY: Akrapovic slip-on exhaust. FAVORITE PIECE OF RIDING GEAR: My Sena 30k. MOST MEMORABLE RIDE: The Okanagan loop.
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KyRee Stein LOCATION: Dallas, TX OCCUPATION: Property Management. YEARS RIDING: 8 years. RIDING STYLE: I’ve only rode on the street, I have participated in a few track days for the experience. BIKE/S OWNED: I currently ride a Kawasaki ZX6R 636. FAVORITE BIKE MODIFICATION/ACCESSORY: My M4 exhaust. It simply compliments the bike with the carbon finish and it sounds even better then it looks. FAVORITE PIECE OF RIDING GEAR: My leather jacket. When I put it on I feel like it’s game time! MOST MEMORABLE RIDE: My first track day. It’s a completely different technique of riding and I believe it makes you a better street rider from everything you learn.
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Jessica Rose LOCATION: Melbourne, Australia YEARS RIDING: Six and a half years. RIDING STYLE: Street and track. BIKE/S OWNED: 2013 Kawasaki Ninja 300 race bike. FAVORITE PIECE OF RIDING GEAR: Draggin Jeans Stealthz. I'm all about safety on the road and have experienced a few unfortunate crashes. These pants have genuinely protected me. They are they perfect fit. Super comfortable and look good on. MOST MEMORABLE RIDE: My most memorable ride so far would definitely have to be a solo ride I decided to take myself and my 2008 Honda CBR1000 on during Summer 2018. I rode to and around Healesville all day. These roads are renowned for riding in the Yarra Ranges in Victoria. This was my first solo ride with my Honda and my first big ride following a road accident that left me recovering from brain injury for two years. (Luckily, I’m well recovered now!) While it helped me to learn more about the handling of the bike, I learned even more about my own capabilities as a road rider. 70 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | FEBRUARY 2020
Dan Horan LOCATION: Trevose, PA OCCUPATION: Motorola Radio Company. YEARS RIDING: 10 years riding, total. RIDING STYLE: Street and dirt. BIKE/S OWNED: 1974 Suzuki TS185, 1980 Honda CB 900, 1998 Honda Superhawk 996, 1971 Suzuki TS 250, 2009 Kawasaki Kx450R, 2009 Yamaha YFZ450r. FAVORITE BIKE MODIFICATION/ACCESSORY: My favorite mod is my Magura clutch. I put it on all my bikes. MOST MEMORABLE RIDE: I never knew the joy of the ride would lead to a family and a community spread across the globe. I want to just keep riding and everyone I ran into I would ask if they wanted to join a group chat of people who rode on the daily. It started with 3 people and has grown to over 30 members. That's what this whole lifestyle is to me, a family brought together by the love of the ride and the journey!
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IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS
JASON PRIDMORE’S JP43 NEXT GENERATION MOTORCYCLE TRAINING
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IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS: JP43 NEXT GENERATION IN THE MOTORCYCLE road racing world especially in Southern California, the name Jason Pridmore (JP) is almost as well known as Valentino Rossi. With a reputation that precedes itself far beyond the race track, what is this secret sauce that JP has been serving up to motorcyclists from all over the world that has made him such a household name? With so many schools out on the market, it's hard for a rider that's ready to make improvements to decide which school or coach is worth the financial investment and which one is going to give them the biggest return for their money. The question must be asked: Why is his school so successful? What is he teaching that has had such an impact on track enthusiasts? I think these questions are what are in the back of every rider's mind when deciding whether or not to seek one on one training with JP. As if his lists of achievements weren't enough: 22 years of professional racing, 21 wins in American Motorcyclist Association national races, FIM Endurance World Championship titles, an expert analyst for Bein Sports on Moto America championships, podcaster, competitive golfer, (there's truly nothing this man can't do), but add world-famous coach to the mix and it's a recipe that can't be topped! I get asked all the time what I like the most about racing and for me its always the same answer: feeling the improvements 76 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | FEBRUARY 2020
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that I make and learning new skills is what really drives me to achieve. But recently after some mental setbacks, I was starting to fall out of love with the sport and began to plateau, which is what lead me to seek coaching with JP. I have never worked with a coach that spent so much time and focus asking me questions about my goals, my struggles, and what I think is holding back my riding. Then having the ability to go out and turn just a few laps with Jason and have him immediately be able to give me really useful pointers and skills to work on for the remainder of the day is what sets him apart from other schools I've attended. By the end of the day, I felt so much more confident, capable, and had a notebook full of so many takeaways to work on for the next track day. The formula is simple: Jason's innate ability to read and decipher a rider and dissect the aspects of their riding that is holding them back is what makes his coaching so unique. No gimmicks, no hard standards, no rigid curriculum, simply a coach that listens and has a very deeply invested desire to see other riders achieve their goals. In Jason's own words: "I’ve always believed that there are many levels of riders in the world. When I teach a program I want to be able to cater to everyone’s ability level. Teaching one way of doing things doesn’t work. Everyone has different goals and riding levels and it’s up to us at JP43 FEBRUARY 2020 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | 81
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Training to see where people are and where they want to go with their riding." It's far more than being innovative, it's being adaptable and being able to pull from a very vast knowledge base to tailor his teachings based on the rider in front of him. And what's more, JP and his team support their students even after the coaching day concludes. Imagine being able to text a world-famous race and ask how he recommends turning into a specific corner... Dream no further because JP encourages all his students to stay in contact and ask those questions, or seek counsel with him when the inevitable mental monster tries to rear its ugly head. To me, all this and being able to have JP on the pit wall cheering me on is a priceless memory that I'll never forget as a racer and not something I could ever put a price on. The real question to any rider about whether or not they should try JP43 training, is honestly, why wouldn't you? The results speak for themselves, and there's no greater investment than one in yourself. For more information on the JP43 training school, check out their instagram @ jp43training or his website www.jp43training.com. FEBRUARY 2020 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | 83
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THE NEW ISH ICON MOTORSPORT • MIPS AIRFLITE STEALTH HELMET
The Airflite Stealth is the first in the ICON lineage to contain the MIPS Brain Protection System (BPS). The MIPS BPS can reduce harmful forces transmitted to the brain by allowing a slight uncoupled movement of the shell and liner during a crash. Sizes: XS - XXXL Price: $320.00 Contact: www.rideicon.com
SPRINT • WASHABLE AIR FILTER FOR THE KTM SUPER DUKE 1290 The dry Sprint Filter is composed of a single layer polyester material and a steel wire mesh with epoxy varnish finish, this allows for consistent airflow, more power, and more filtration when compared to cotton air filters. The filter is easily cleaned with compressed air, no liquids or fluids are necessary. Application for the KTM Super Duke, model years 2013 through 2019. Price: $94.95 Contact: www.brocksperformace.com WOODCRAFT-CFM • MC CARE E1 WASH & WAX Each part of the motorcycle needs specific care. Launched in 2011, Motul MC Care™ line has been developed to fully maintain and care for the motorcycle, the motorcyclist and their equipment. E1 Wash & Wax is a dry cleaner and protective wax: cleans, shines and lastingly protects your motorcycle without rinsing. Price: $11.59 Contact: www.motul.com 86 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | FEBRUARY 2020
BONAMICI • DASHBOARD COVER FOR THE BMW S1000RR Bonamici BMW S1000RR, model year 2020, electronic gauge protector is CNC machined to protect your dashboard display from damage in a crash. Features an exact fit with a plexiglass cover to protect from scratches along with colliding debris that can crack the display. Especially valuable for racers and performance track riders or anyone that wants to prevent damage from occurring. Price: $199.99 Contact: www.motodracing.com
DAINESE • SMART JACKET The Smart Jacket can be worn over or under any other jacket or outfit and it requires no connection with the motorcycle, plus it is well-ventilated and is easily foldable. It combines all the power of the latest-generation Dainese D-air and the convenience of a garment with a thousand uses.
HOTBODIES RACING • MGP REAR SETS FOR THE RC390
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These rearsets are fully adjustable with multiple adjustments for footrest, shift, brake and toe peg. CNC machined from T6 6061 billet aluminum, the kit includes knurled footpegs with plastic end caps and ships with mounting brackets and a spring for OEM brake light switch application. Price: $339.95 Contact: www.hotbodiesracing.com
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THE NEW ISH ALPINESTARS • GP PLUS V3 GRAPHITE LEATHER SUIT A premium full-grain leather suit fully optimized track for sports and performance riding, the GP Plus v3 Leather Suit is anatomically profiled to ensure excellent comfort and performance fit. Packed with class-leading, track-tested protection such as Alpinestars exclusive GP-R armor, this comfortable and versatile leather suit can be worn in a variety of riding situations. Sizes: 46 - 60 Price: $1,199.95 Contact: www.alpinestars.com
DRIVEN RACING • ENGINE BLOCK OFF KIT FOR THE PANIGALE V4 These engine block off plates will stop the annoying and possibly damaging backfires from occurring while allowing you to remove a few pounds in associated valves and hoses from your bike. On late model EFI bikes with 02 sensors, especially when using Dynojet's Power Commander V with the Autotune feature, the air injection system must be blocked as it will introduce additional oxygen into the system which will skew your 02 sensor's values and make it impossible to get a correct tune. Price: $49.99 Contact: www.drivenracing.com
INVIEW • WIRELESS HELMET BRAKE AND TURN SIGNAL SYSTEM WITH CLEAR LENS
inView is a wireless helmet brake and turn signal light system with advanced features that dramatically increase your visibility and riding safety. It attaches easily to any helmet and any motorcycle to provide brake, hazard, and turn signal LED lighting. Price: $249.95 Contact: www.twistedthrottle.com 88 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | FEBRUARY 2020
WOODCRAFT-CFM • STATOR COVER PROTECTOR FOR THE KTM 790 DUKE This replacement stator cover from Woodcraft is CNC machined from 6061 Aluminum billet to give you both great looks and exceptional strength with internally bolted replaceable skid plates. Woodcraft 2-piece engine covers are designed to offer replaceable stainless steel (or Aluminum) skid plates which add wear resistance in the most vulnerable area, keep your bike oil tight in the event of a crash, often allow for multiple crashes and to give your bike a custom look that will make you stand out in the crowd. Ships with a replacement gasket Price: $159.99 Contact: www.woodcraft-cfm.com
JOE ROCKET • GPX 2.0 GLOVE With its full-length race-inspired design and premium goatskin leather construction, the GPX 2.0 gloves are a proper option for the street just as they are on the track. Features include internal injection-molded knuckle armor, full leather palm with padded overlay protection, and padded finger and thumb protectors. Construction is enhanced by an aggressive pre-curved design, non-slip palm overlay for maximum grip and comfort outseam construction on the palm side. The GPX's have double topstitching in critical areas with reflective material sewn over the knuckle area. Sizes: S - XXXL Colors: Black, Black/Red/White, Black/White, Black/Yellow/White Price: $89.99 Contact: www.joerocket.com
VOODOO INDUSTRIES • HAYABUSA BILLET CLUTCH COVER
This quick access clutch cover for the Suzuki Hayabusa, all model years, features five bolts to rapidly remove the cover so you can access the clutch components. Machined from billet aluminum and anodized black with the Voodoo logo, the cover fits both stock and aftermarket clutches. Ships with the oil sight glass, oil fill plug and all necessaries hardware for a stressless installation. Price: $339.99 Contact: www.voodoomoto.com
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THE NEW ISH: FEATURED ITEM PUIG RACING • R-RACER WINDSCREEN FOR THE SUZUKI GXSR 1000
The R-RACER screens are designed for you to have a perfect vision through and to be more aerodynamically efficient than the stock screens, they are tested in a virtual wind tunnel to improve the aerodynamic coefficient (Cx) and thanks to their taller height, it deflects the wind that otherwise would hit the rider’s helmet and shoulders.
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Installation of the screen doesn’t require additional parts like trims and every screen comes with an in-depth aerodynamic study Designed and manufactured in Barcelona, that indicates the improvement in performance with the most advanced technologies, with as well as the protection to the rider. high impact acrylic of 3mm, we come up with Colors: Dark Smoke, Light Smoke, Black, Clear Price: $95.95 Contact: www.puigusa.com
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CORNERING LEARN THE SKILLS DISCOVER THE ART
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