Australian Arenacross hits Bacchus March this weekend
Josh and Jess from Protraxx have devised an event to capture the attention of anyone who likes the worlds of MX and SX in the form of the Australian Arenacross. Whether you’re a Pro, seasoned racer or just a rider who enjoys a bit of fun at the track with your mates – or a family after a fun weekend, they’ve got you covered.
The Australian Arenacross powered by Protraxx will introduce a whole mash of MX racing on manicured tracks some freestyle action, to pit party fun, and with a carnival atmosphere consisting of big extreme rides, trade stands and food trucks.
This event is brought to you by nationally recognised motorcycle track building company Protraxx, who build Australia’s supercross stadium, national and club event tracks.
Josh and Jess, owners of Protraxx noticed there was a gap between motocross and supercoss, and decided to fix the issue, creating bridging event between the two disciplines.
The two have set out to create an ultimate fun event, to help close that bridge while increasing the safety for our country’s riders entering the supercross. This event is recognised by MA as a national series.
For more information head to www.australianarenacross.com.au (link)
Weale nabs North Brisbane Cup victory as event returns to calendar
After a two-year hiatus the North Brisbane Cup has returned in 2021, with Cyshan Weale topping the 450 Open results from Jarred Brooke in a weekend of action packed racing.
For the full report see: Cyshan Weale wins 2022 North Brisbane Cup
Kurri Kurri Speedway TT Masters #1 run and won
The Kurri Kurri Speedway Club has run their TT Masters #1 event over the weekend, as the first ever full-on dirt track race meeting to be held at the venue.
A feature of the afternoon/evening race meeting is the inaugural All Stars Discipline Showdown. Two riders from six motorcycle racing disciplines will compete on MX dirt bikes in three back-to-back six lap races with a compulsory on-track pit stop between races 1 and 2 as well as between races 2 and 3.
Michael Kirkness and Paul Caslick topped the All Stars Discipline Showdown, collecting 116-points as the Dirt Track entry. Tied on points in second was the Off-Road team of Beau Ralston and Kodi Stephens, as well as the Speedway team of Sam Masters and Josh Pickering.
Josh Whitehead and Caleb Clifton represented motocross in fourth, ahead of Danny Anderson and Craig Anderson (Supercross), with the Road Racing duo of Tom Edwards and Jack Passfield seventh.
The individual top three saw Ralston win from Kirkness and Pickering.
In the MX 450 class, Ben Grabham has the perfect weekend with three wins for 75-points, with Seth Qualischefski second on 66-points, and Jacob Richardson and Kurtis Tydd typing in third on 50-points.
Top of the MX 250s was Sam Masters on 68-points, going 1-1-4, with Tom Edwards and Tom Drane tied on 58-points in second. Danny Anderson took fourth as a result on 56-points.
Daniel Wicks won the MX Open final, ahead of Josh Whitehead and Caleb Clifton.
Topping the Cobra Bushman class was Eric Smaller from Josh McCosker and Zac Campbell, while Cameron Dunker won the Junior 250s from Cody Lewis and Levi Stephens. Sam Drane swept the Junior 85 class from Lachlan Russell and Zac Brady.
Mario Roman wins 2022 Ales Trem Hard Enduro
The Ales Trem Hard Enduro returned to action over the weekend and saw 500 racers line up for the event in Southern France, kicking off the season with every rider taking two runs of the Xtrem Sprint Test, with Wade Young looking strong.
It was Alfredo Gomez who topped the Saturday prologue, which ended the day under lights, with plenty of challenges including a bent gear level at one point, before passing Romans for the win.
A long Sunday of racing would be the deciding factor however, with the Alex Trem truly earning the name of hard enduro, with just three riders eventually finishing the day.
The top three were Roman, Young and Gomez who led through the first two two-hour laps, posting the fastest time, with nightfall adding further challenges that saw the final lap take three hours to complete.
Disaster also struck for Wade Young who ran out of fuel just short of the fimish while battling for the lead, which allowed Roman to run away with it, while Gomez also snuck past for second place. That regulated Young to third, but still being able to lay claim to being one of the few finishers.
The result further cemends Mario Roman’s title as most successful Ales Trem rider, ahead of Jonny Walker and Graham Jarvis, neither of whom competed this year.
2022 Ales Trem Hard Enduro Results
| Pos | Rider | Final Checkpoint |
| 1 | Mario Roman | 18:16 |
| 2 | Alfredo Gomez | 18:26 |
| 3 | Wade Young | 18:30 |
Harley Club of Victoria Junior Come & Try Day
The Harley Club of Victoria is running a Junior Come & Try Day at Broadford on February 5, at 8:00 am, offering beginners looking to get into the sport or more experienced riders wanting to kick off their season some time on track a chance to get out there.
The cost of entry is $40, with no need for a day licence and Harley Club Members who bring a friend who has never tried it before will get to ride for free.
Bikes larger than 150 cc need to run a trials rear tyre and there will be a canteen open for food, drinks and of course coffee. Sign on runs from 8-9 am before riding commences. For more information head to The Harley Club of Victoria’s Facebook page (link).
2022 ProMX Round 1 entries now open
Entries for the 2022 Penrite ProMX Championship, presented by AMX Superstores have opened for Round 1 at Wonthaggi, Victoria scheduled to run March 27, 2022.
Due to a number of classes being oversubscribed in 2021, ProMX are encouraging riders to enter early in order to avoid disappointment, with entries available via RiderNet or a link at competitor info on the ProMX Website. Entires will be closing Sunday March 20, at 11:59 pm.
As of January 20, 2022, as directed by Govt and Health Authorities, the venue can only permit entry for all personnel who are double vaccinated. Proof of double vaccination or a medical exemption is a requirement for entry.
Entries are capped at 48 for all classes, excluding MX3 which is capped at 60, and will close for each round at 11.59pm the Sunday prior to the round. The fastest 40 competitors from qualifying will be eligible to start each race. The next two fastest competitors will be reserves. The reserves, if not used, and any competitors who fails to qualify, will have their entry fee refunded minus an administration fee of $100.
Speedway Sidecar Championships shift location for 2022 Titles
After recent changes to the timeframe for the reopening of Western Australia, the venue for the 2022 Australian Speedway Senior Sidecar Championship and the 2022 Australian Speedway Junior Sidecar Championship has had to be changed to ensure the event can go ahead.
The scheduled date of April 16th and 17th remains unchanged.
The event will now move to South Australia (Gillman Speedway) with the Speedway Riders Association of South Australia set to become the new event promoter. Motorcycling Australia thanks Club President Ivan Golding and the members of the Speedway Riders Association of SA for their prompt and generous offer to take on the event for 2022.
The club has a proud history of hosting the Speedway Sidecar titles at Gillman Speedway and has done so four times in the past 15 years: 2008, 2011, 2013 and 2017.
April 16th – Qualifying (for both Snr and Jnr if required)
April 17th – Race (for both Snr and Jnr)
- Venue: Gillman Speedway
- Promoter: Speedway Riders Association of SA
- Contact: Club President – Ivan Golding [email protected] 0417 138 378
- The titles will return to Western Australia in 2023 on the 8th – 9th April (The 2023 Easter long-weekend).
AMX Superstores throws support behind Australian MX Invitational
The AMX Superstores Australian Motocross Invitation is set to take place at the Nowra Speedway on February 19-20, featuring two marquee Motocross events. Saturday will witness the AMX MotoX Skins Motocross Invitation Only line up of Australia’s best Motocross riders competing for over $20,000 in prize money.
Sunday will see the AMX MotoX Future Stars event, showcasing the best junior Motocross riders compete on the purpose-built Motocross track.
The rider line up is soon to be announced but fans can expect to see the best go head to head. The Motocross events will be accompanied by Monster truck madness action on Saturday and Sunday plus a demolition derby to conclude the motorsport weekend on Sunday afternoon.
Tickets to the events are expected to sell out with the decision to cap crowd numbers allowing fans to have additional space between fellow guests. Tickets to the event can be purchased via MAPevents.com.au
Harley-Davidson contingency for flat track 2022 revealed
Harley-Davidson is stepping up its support of flat track and road racing competitors for the 2022 season with cash contingency programs totaling more than $500,000 available for qualified racers.
Harley-Davidson will offer contingency opportunities for racers competing in two classes on the 18-event 2022 Progressive American Flat Track series, the most prestigious and competitive form of dirt track motorcycle racing in the world.
Harley-Davidson has committed $225,500 in contingency funds for qualified riders competing in the premiere Mission SuperTwins class, and $195,500 for qualified riders competing in the AFT Production Twins presented by Vance & Hines class.
Harley-Davidson contingency will pay first to 10th place in each class plus a championship bonus – $20,000 for Production Twins and $50,000 for Mission SuperTwins.
The season opens with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile doubleheader, March 10-11, at Volusia Speedway Park in Barberville, Fla. Terms and conditions apply; please see Progressive American Flat Track for full details, eligibility requirements and deadlines.
Factory Honda Australia team up with HGS
Australia’s Factory Honda Team will be powered by HGS in 2022 under an all-new partnership that will see the championship winning team racing running HGS exhaust components.
HGS was formed in 1988, and founder Henri Gorthuis gained valuable experience and insight working in the world motocross championship.
Henri Gorthuis – HGS Founder
“I worked with John van der Berk in the early 80’s before moving to White Power. I was always working with motorcycles. My father had built exhausts for BSA in the 60’s and 70’s and it was something that interested me. Now my son is involved with the company and together we work on growing HGS throughout the world.”
Performance is at the heart of HGS and this is why Team Director Yarrive Konsky choose HGS, “We tested their range of exhaust systems before making the decision. We don’t comprise performance. We had our Engine builder in America testing with HGS and we also tested in Australia. It was unanimous. Their products perform,” he explained.
Australian Champion Kyle Webster has already experienced success with HGS, he was also involved in the initial testing.
Kyle Webster
“Its always very cool to be involved in testing new product. I started testing the product on the all new CRF250R. HGS did their homework, the overall power was improved, and it improved top end and low end power. On the 450 it was surprisingly good. The standard 450 is fast, you don’t need a lot more power, but the HGS compliments the motor. The connection is great, there is a little more everywhere and it revs out longer, but its smooth. I was pumped with the holeshots we achieved on my way to our maiden win at the AMX MX OPEN last year.”
For more information on HGS in Australia go to the HGS Exhaust Systems Australia website (link).
Will & Levi Campbell to Firepower Honda for 2022
Factory Honda Australia’s team owner Yarrive Konsky has signed Australians Levi and Will Campbell to their newly formed amateur program in America.
Levi and Will Campbell have been racing and training in America since 2016. Team owner Yarrive Konsky first noticed the two riders when he visited MTF in 2019.
Yarrive Konsky
“There are several Australian riders training at MTF, and I am encouraged to see the level of talent coming out of Australia. Levi and Will and several other Australian riders are doing what they need to do to pursue a career in racing. Will achieved outstanding results this year in the Mini O’s with several top fives.”
Since 2016 Levi and William have been trained by Colleen Millsaps and Bryan Johnson.
Will Campbell
“When Yarrive spoke to my parents I was super excited. The success he has achieved with other juniors in Australia is unreal. He has also trained at MTF and its cool to have someone that understands what it takes, plus the teams new manager Martin (Davalos) is one of the best riders and I think I can learn a lot from him also.”
Levi, the elder of the two was happy that their efforts had been noticed and is excited to race for the Firepower Honda team.
Levi Campbell
“The success Yarrive has achieved in America in two short years is awesome. His team has top 5 finishes in the 250 pro class and have been on the podium in the 450 class. In Australia he has the most winningest team in Supercross in the past 10 years. I grew up watching the juniors that rode for him in Australia. Mosig, Phillips, Williamson, McNeil, Berwick, Cachia, he has helped so many and I am excited to learn from him, Martin and Jordon and Jarrett. Being at MTF I have watched Martin for years; he is one of the best riders in America and has over 20 podiums and many career wins. Knowing that he wants to do this gives me confidence that we are doing something right. I already have learnt so much by just watching him, and I can’t wait to learn more from him and the team.”
Troy Campbell the father of Levi and Will is happy that the work his boys have been putting in has been noticed and appreciates the support Yarrive is providing.
This is the team’s first foray into amateur racing in America and their focus will be the Supercross Futures, Lorretta Lynn’s and the Mini O’s. For more information go to www.firepowerhonda.com
Strang and Snodgrass lead Kawasaki GNCC line-up
Kawasaki Team Green has revealed their Babbitt’s Online/Monster Energy race team in the Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) series, fielding former GNCC champion Josh Strang in the XC1 class aboard the KX450X, alongside his championship contending teammate Lyndon Snodgrass in the XC2 class aboard a KX250X race machine. With the Australian duo back, Kawasaki is poised to continue a long and successful racing relationship with Team Babbitt’s.
Josh Strang
“I’m really excited to get the 2022 race season started this February. Knowing I have such a passionate and supportive group of people that have my back the way everyone at Babbitt’s Online/Monster Energy/Kawasaki Team Green does, makes it easy to give them my all every day. We’ve put a lot of time into our testing this off-season and have gotten the new KX450X set up even better than before. It’s going to be a good year, I can’t wait!”
Also returning to the Babbitt’s Online/Monster Energy/Kawasaki Team Green race team are proven GNCC champions Joseph Cunningham and Grant Davis. Both Cunningham and Davis are prepared to battle with the best off-road racers in the GNCC series while piloting the 2022 KX250X motorcycle.
The race team’s new season will once again take place at the fast and wide-open course at Big Buck Farms in Union, South Carolina, on Saturday, February 19, 2022.
Corey Texter returns to AFT with G&G Racing for 2022
Reigning Production Twins Champion Cory Texter will return to the G&G Racing/Yamaha Racing team for the 2022 Progressive American Flat Track season.
Texter will compete for G&G Racing/Yamaha Racing for a fourth consecutive season, with two Mission Production Twins championships (‘19 & ‘21) and one class runner-up (‘20) earned in their three previous campaigns. Last season, he scored seven wins and 11 podiums en route to an 85-point championship margin.
G&G Racing is a father-and-son-owned team based in Southern California that is supported by Yamaha Racing. Team owners John and John ‘LJ’ Gronek are pleased to have Texter officially back on board for the upcoming season.
LJ Gronek
“We are thrilled to have Cory back for another year, this will be our fourth season together, and we have really developed a great relationship. We look forward to defending the #1 plate. Cory works hard and never quits. And we work hard to provide him with the best Yamaha MT-07s possible to allow him to do his best.”
Texter has been onboard the Yamaha MT-07 for three years and is confident heading into the 2022 season.
Corey Texter
“I have been pretty quiet this offseason regarding my plans for 2022. I wasn’t sure what the plan was, honestly. We waited around for the rules package to be announced, and along with my team and sponsors, we made the decision to race another year in the Mission Production Twins class. We had a great 2021, but looking at some of our results, I feel like we have a lot of room to improve, and we will see where that puts us for the future. I bought an MT-07 practice bike that G&G Racing built for me that I will be able to test this winter, which is something that I feel will really benefit our program. I am enjoying the process and eager to continue training hard as we get ready to get back at it in a few short months.”
Roof Systems of Dallas, Texas, will once again be a major supporter of Texter, along with Mission Foods, Parts Unlimited, Drag Specialties, McElroy Packaging, Kicker Audio, Motul USA, Bell Helmets, Fredericktown Yamaha, Klock Werks, Motion Pro, Alpinestars, AIM Sports and Mike Butler Racing.
Cory will bring the fans behind the scenes this season via a new YouTube series produced by Taylor Treadwell. The series will show lifestyle and race related videos from Texter’s endeavors with his family traveling the country racing in the Progressive American Flat Track series. Find the Cory Texter Racing channel and subscribe to follow the updates.
Source: MCNews.com.au