ASBK Round 5 Morgan Park Raceway Program by Motorcycling Australia

round 5

morgan park raceway, QLD 25 - 27 august 2017

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Welcome from MA

Motorcycling Australia would like to extend a warm welcome to everyone attending Round 5 at Morgan Park Raceway (QLD) for the 2017 Yamaha Motor Finance Australian Superbike Championship presented by Motul Pirelli (ASBK). It has been a time of strong growth for the championship with Round 4 being broadcast on Free-To-Air television and Live Streaming to the world and our dedicated fans. We can happily say that the interest in the coverage was significant and it’s fantastic to see ASBK generating significant momentum. Round 4 Hidden Valley Raceway was an exciting return for the championship back to Darwin. After a several years of absence from the Northern Territory, the locals were very excited to have us back. Josh Water’s riding was very impressive and he will deservedly take all the plaudits for two great wins. The ASBK has once again has been assisted with phenomenal support from the manufacturers and teams to deliver world class racing to our fans.

The action has truly been captivating and we can’t wait to witness what twists and turns lie in store for the championship. Once again I would like to take the time to thank our fans for their undying commitment and passion for the sport. It’s with your support that makes this championship the success it is enjoying today. I would also like to thank our sponsors for their commitment and unyielding support for the championship this year. The racing simply wouldn’t be able to exist without their assistance. Morgan Park Raceway is always one of our best-attended races all year and hopefully that trend continues in 2017. I’m looking forward to seeing which riders come out on top. MA as a whole bids everyone a safe and enjoyable event. Lets get racing! Peter Doyle CEO Motorcycling Australia

WELCOME FROM YAMAHA MOTOR FINANCE On behalf of Yamaha Motor Finance (YMF) and Yamaha Motor Insurance (YMI), we welcome you to the fifth round of the 2017 Yamaha Motor Finance Australian Superbike Championship (ASBK) presented by Motul Pirelli at Morgan Park Raceway in Southern Queensland. Hidden Valley Raceway was a fantastic venue for Round 4 of the ASBK Championship where riders put on an action packed show for thousands of fans at the track and viewing home. As the track temperatures soared into the mid 40’s the racing action really heated up. We are proud to share our passion for racing with the ASBK series again this year, this partnership is indicative

of the direction and ethos of both YMF & YMI and the results from the first 4 rounds of the 2017 ASBK championship have shown why we decided to support and back this national championship in the first place. To everyone making the journey to Morgan Park this weekend, we hope you enjoy all the racing action and with the championship title being so close we can’t wait to see the tight racing continue! Brad Ryan General Manager Yamaha Motor Finance Australia & New Zealand

2017 series calendar Round 1

WSBK, Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit VIC

February 23 - 26

Round 2

Wakefield Park Raceway

NSW

March 17 - 19

Round 3

Winton Motor Raceway

VIC

April 28 - 30

Round 4

Hidden Valley Raceway

July 7 - 9

Round 5

Morgan Park Raceway

QLD

August 25 - 27

Round 6

Sydney Motor Sports Park

VIC

Sept 8 - 10

Round 7

Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit

VIC

Oct 6 - 8

warning to the public WARNING TO THE PUBLIC

Motor Racing is DANGEROUS, and all persons attending at this track do so entirely at their own risk. It is a condition of admission that all persons having connections with the promotion and/or conduct of the meeting, including the owners of the land, and the riders and owners of vehicles and passengers in vehicles, are absolved from all liability arising out of any accidents causing damage or personal injury to spectators or ticket holders except where due care and skill has not been exercised.

WARNING The carrying or consumption of alcoholic beverages in the pit area is prohibited by order, Motorcycling Australia.

notice No animals allowed, guide dogs excepted by order of Motorcycling Australia.

round 5 schedule

SATURDAY 26th august Start - Finish Category

SUNDAY 27th august

Session

Duration

Start - Finish Category

Session

Duration

09:00 – 09:20

Hi-Tec Batteries Superport 300

Qualifying 1

20 min

08:30 – 08:35

Hi-Tec Batteries Superport 300

Warm Up

09:25 – 09:40

Club Challenge

Qualifying 1

15 min

08:40 – 08:45

Club Challenge

Warm Up

09:45 – 10:00

GP Juniors Cup

Qualifying 1

15 min

08:50 – 08:55

GP Juniors Cup

Warm Up

10:05 - 10:35

Motul Supersport

Qualifying 1

30 min

09:00 – 09:05

Motul Supersport

Warm Up

10:40 - 11:00

YMF R3 Cup

Qualifying 1

20 min

09:10 - 09:15

YMF R3 Cup

Warm Up

11:05 - 11:35

YMI Superbike

Qualifying 1

30 min

09:20 - 09:25

YMI Superbike

Warm Up

11:40 – 12:00

Hi-Tec Batteries Superport 300

Qualifying 2

20 min

09:35 - 09:55

Hi-Tec Batteries Superport 300

Race 2

9 Laps

12:05 - 12:20

Club Challenge

Qualifying 2

15 min

10:00 – 10:20

Club Challenge

Race 2

8 Laps

12:15 - 12:30

GP Juniors Cup

Qualifying 2

15 min

10:25 – 10:55

Motul Supersport

Race 1

14 Laps

11:05 - 11:25

GP Juniors Cup

Race 2

5 Laps

Lunch Break with On Track Activities 13:15 – 13:35

YMF R3 Cup

Qualifying 2

20 min

11:30 - 12:15

YMI Superbike

Race 1

16 Laps

13:40 – 14:10

Motul Supersport

Qualifying 2

30 min

12:20 - 12:40

YMF R3 Cup

Race 2

8 Laps

14:15 – 14:35

GP Juniors Cup

Race 1

5 Laps

14:40 – 15:00

Hi-Tec Batteries Supersport 300

Race 1

9 Laps

13:10 – 13:40

Motul Supersport

Race 2

14 Laps

15:10 – 15:40

YMI Superbike

Qualifying 2

30 min

13:50 – 14:35

YMI Superbike

Race 2

16 Laps

15:40 – 15:50

Superbike Media

14:35 – 14:45

Superbike Media

15:50 – 16:10

YMF R3 Cup

Race 1

8 Laps

14:45 – 15:05

Hi-Tec Batteries Superport 300

Race 3

9 Laps

16:15 – 16:35

Club Challenge

Race 1

8 Laps

15:15 - 15:35

GP Juniors Cup

Race 3

5 Laps

15:40 - 16:00

YMF R3 Cup

Race 3

8 Laps

16:05 - 16:25

Club Challenge

Race 3

8 Laps

Lunch Break with On Track Activities

This schedule is approximate. The starting times and length of sessions and races are subject to change in the event of delays in race operations.

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morgan park raceway TRACK MAP

TRACK INFORMATION TRACK INFORMATION Turns

Track Length

2.967km

ASBK LAP RECORDS Superbike

Troy Herfoss

Honda CBR1000RR

1:14.301

Supersport

Aiden Wagner

Yamaha YZF-R6

1:16.692

LIVE TIMING COMPUTIME Race Timing Systems has been the providing timing services to the ASBK at selected rounds since 1990, and has been the series timekeeper since 2004. Live timing and results services can be accessed as follows: In pit lane and parts of the pits (local wireless network): · · ·

Connect to the RACETIMING wireless network Open your web browser and type www.localtiming.com as the web address Follow the links to live timing, results, or other pages

NOTE: The RACETIMING network does not provide internet access

Anywhere else at the venue or anywhere else in the world: · Ensure you have internet connectivity · Open your web browser and type www.computime.com.au as the web address · Follow the links to live timing, results, or other pages for this event For all your live timing results please go to Computime http://www.computime.com.au/Default.aspx and follow the links to ASBK Live Timing. Go to ASBK.COM.AU for live timing.

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OFFICIALS

ASBK Series Officials Peter Smith

MA Steward

Tom Williams

Series Clerk of Course

Gary Bleazby

Series Deputy Clerk of Course

Paul Hinds

Series Deputy Clerk of Course

Denise Stronach

Series Race Secretary

Rob Scott

Series Chief Scrutineer

Gino Coyle

Series Deputy Chief Scrutineer

Pip Harrison

Technical Advisor

Jan Higgins

Series Tyre Scrutineer

Brendan Ferrari

Series Chief Pit Lane

Scott Laing

Series Chief Timekeeper

Andre

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Rebecca

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CRAWFORD

Kate

STRONACH

Daryl

PENDREY

Alex

Gall

Karen

PENDREY

Paul

VAN DEN AKKER

Peter

MONKS

Mark

BRACKWAY

Dr. David

KINGSBURY

Dr. Helen

DAVIES

Dr. Rebekah

Series Chief Medical Officer

Getting Started: Racing

Words: Jeff Ware Photography: Keith Muir, Heather Ware

OUT OF PIT LANE

PROTECTION

Starting racing isn’t so hard…

While we don’t like talking about it, people do fall off motorbikes on racetracks. MA requires all licence holders to have their own personal Ambulance subscription. We’d recommend that you have your own income protection and that it includes coverage for motorcycle racing. No one wants to use up all of their sickies and holidays recovering from an accident. Protection also includes your own riding gear. Starting from the top, you require a full-face helmet that is approved to AS1698, which is the Australian Standard for helmets for street use anyway. Alternatively, MA also recognises international standards so if your helmet does not have AS1698 you can check with MA that it is ok to use. A set of one-piece leathers that fit is the preferred way to cover the larger parts of your anatomy. Make sure they’re roomy enough for you to wear the mandatory back protector underneath, and a chest protector is

The decision to take up road racing is as old as the sport of motorcycle racing. Most of us on [Knee Down] have made that decision with varied results… Chances are that you already own a bike that can be raced. These days there are classes for just about anything with two wheels regardless of age or performance level. That’s the first step out of the way.

JOIN IN The next thing to do is to join a club that includes people with a common interest or are located locally. Log on to Motorcycling Australia’s website (www.ma.org.au). MA are the sanctioning body for all motorcycle racing (other than drag racing) in Australia. On their website you’ll find a full list of clubs in your state or territory. While you’re on the MA site, download their excellent ‘Getting started in Motorcycle Sport’. Don’t be scared about checking out a few clubs before joining one. They’re all unique and finding the right one for you will make the transition to road racer much easier.

recommended too. The best leather gloves you can afford will keep your digits intact if you’re sliding down the track and using your hands as brakes. There’s a huge variety of suitable boots on display at any decent-sized motorcycle shop. Take the time to find a pair that fit properly without being too tight. Tight boots will ruin your day very quickly.

GETTING LICENCED Every club has a secretary who looks after licencing and they will be more than happy to guide you through the process that includes an open book theory test. If you have a civil rider’s licence or have attended a suitably accredited riding school, that should be enough to satisfy the MA State Controlling Body otherwise you may have to undergo a practical riding test to make sure you know the clutch lever from the front brake lever.

GETTING YOUR BIKE READY If you’re not overly mechanically minded, don’t worry, your local bike shop should be able to check your bike over before you venture on track for the first time. A full service and tune-up now could save you from a big bill later. All racing classes have common rules to ensure bikes don’t fall apart or leak fluid on the track. Before you’re allowed on track at any race meeting, your bike will be inspected by a scrutineer. Don’t give them a hard time if they pull you up and point out something you’ve

forgotten. The majority of them have been doing this for a long time and don’t want to see anybody get hurt due to an oversight. Full rules for your class are in the Manual of Motorcycle Sport available at www.moms.org.au. But keep in mind that bike preparation is very important and quite in-depth for racing. Like you, your bike needs controlled fluid retention.

TIPS FOR KEEPING COMFORTABLE Assuming you’re like the rest of us, you’ll be carting yourself and your bike to the track in a trailer, ute or van. There are a few things we’d advise you chuck in. These may sound obvious but people still forget. Grab an esky and fill it with ice bricks and bottles of cold water. You’ll be amazed at just how easy it is to dehydrate while racing on a hot day. Even though racetrack food has improved from the days of dodgy hamburgers and warm soft drinks, chuck snack-type things in the esky along with sandwiches. You’ll burn off a lot of calories in a day and replacing them with racetrack food could send you broke. Not all racetracks offer covered pit areas so some sort of shade device will make your day much more enjoyable. Don’t forget the sunscreen either. The most important thing to take with you is a sense of humour. On its own this could be the difference between a day best forgotten and one of the best experiences of your life. If you think you can’t afford to race think again. It costs the same to race as it does to maintain a road bike or a track day bike, and entry fees for club racing are around that of a ride day – but you get a lot more laps at many race meetings…

YMF R3 Cup and GP Juniors Two Championships that are great starting points and avenues for younger and beginner racers, is the Yamaha Motor Finance (YMF) R3 Cup and GP Juniors. Costs involved in these classes are minimal so that getting started in road racing will be attractive to as many people as possible. This means riders can thrive and develop their road craft and race skills while on comparative machinery. Because Yamaha YMF R3 Cup riders utilise the same bike model in the form of the Yamaha YZF-R3, the YMF R3 Cup allows competitors to race on an even playing field that highlights and fosters talent as well as making it possible to purchase a race ready YMF-R3 to take on the rest of the field! The GP Juniors compete on Yamaha YMF-R15’s. The GP Juniors feature young racers going head to head while learning the fundamentals of racing. The next generation of road racing talent can emerge from this class. The GP Juniors Cup is a fantastic platform suited to entry level competition. The Yamaha R15’s handling and power delivery characteristics are predictable, dependable and reliable. The GP Juniors Cup provides an immense opportunity for young riders to develop and advance in their sport. With the full backing and support of well-established organisations, at an affordable price, as the rider’s hone their skills and progress, who knows where they will end up!

GET YOUR GEAR ON You need the best you can afford and then some more. Spend more on your gear than your bike if you have to but, like is the case with your bike, having shiny new parts is a waste if you are learning. You will inevitably test your riding gear. A lot. So go for an affordable compromise. Don’t buy the most expensive graphics on your lid if a plain white one is going to be cheaper, for example. But don’t skimp on quality…

THE BIKE You’ll need to spend a bit of time here – all fluid retaining fasteners need to be lockwired, fairings need catch areas in the bellypan, you need a tether kill switch, brake callipers bolts need to be lockwired and you need good suspension, brakes and bodywork. You also need a bullet-proof engine because you are going to thrash it beyond any ride day or road level of thrash! No need to spend big. Start racing on an old bike that you can crash. A lot. Because you will…

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The MA RACESAFE Medical Team launches into a new Australian Superbike Championship season, all thanks to the support of our major sponsors - Motorcycling Australia, Motul Pirelli and Thor.

levels of rider care across Australia. Without their dedicated sponsors the MA RACESAFE Medical Team would never make it to track to provide this crucial role.

The highly trained & dedicated team of Medical Professionals includes Doctors, Surgeons, Intensive Care Paramedics, Emergency Nurses and Physiotherapists. The team will continue to fulfil the critical role as the Official Medical Team for the 2017 Yamaha Motor Finance Australian Superbike Championship, presented by Motul Pirelli.

“Motorcycling Australia is very pleased to come on board as the major sponsor of RACESAFE Australia for 2017 and beyond. The RACESAFE team will be key component of the 2017 Yamaha Motor Finance ASBK Championship, presented by Motul Pirelli, as well as at the MX Nationals, Australian Supercross Championship and other major MA national events throughout the year. The level of medical service and support provided to these events and our motorcycling community as a whole is unrivalled, and that is why we had no hesitation partnering up together for the good of all of our stakeholders. We are looking forward to working together with RACESAFE to support and enhance the range of services they can offer, which will no doubt benefit our MA membership in many ways.” Quoted Motorcycling Australia CEO Peter Doyle.

The 2017 RACESAFE season has been full of thrills and spills which has kept the RACESAFE Medical Team busy at every event. Emergency Medical & Sports Medicine treatments were provided to competitors, with the RACESAFE Medical Team again spearheading exciting new developments in its well established rider care program. The expertise of the MA RACESAFE Medical Team is in hot demand, with this team now providing the Official Medical Service for the 2017 Australian Motocross Championships - MX Nationals, 2017 Australasian Supercross Series and Troy Bayliss Classic, just to name a few. Thanks to a shared vision for rider safety with their sponsors, the MA RACESAFE Medical Team has continued to pioneer new

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Exclusive to the Motorcycling Australia’s national motorcycle championships, is the MA RACESAFE Mobile Medical Unit. This world class facility will travel to each round of the ASBK series and will provide an onsite Emergency Medical centre, Physiotherapy facility, plus Mobile Command Unit for the MA RACESAFE Medical Team.

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YMF partner with ASBK for 2017 Yamaha Motor Finance (YMF) is once again one of the premier partners and supporters for the ASBK Championship in 2017. Yamaha Motorcycle Insurance (YMI) is the official naming right sponsor of the premier class, the ‘Yamaha Motorcycle Insurance Superbike Class’ YMF and YMI General Manager, Brad Ryan is pleased with the continued affiliation of both brands, commenting; “When we began this partnership in 2015 we intended on forming a long term partnership with a professional organisation. Motorcycling Australia (MA) and the ASBK organising team, haven’t let us down. That, along with the YMF expansion around the world, a new local brand and focus, and some fantastic results in our YMI Insurance business, meant it was an easy decision for us to jump on board again for 2017. “Taking a lead role in the World Superbike Championship (WSBK) reminded us of how fortunate we are to have such a strong and stable championship in Australia as the ASBK, and what incredible talent resides locally, both on and off the track. At the halfway mark of 2017, the Championship has showcased brilliant racing in all classes and we can’t wait to see who reigns supreme at the end of the season. “YMF isn’t just a finance company; it’s an industry participant. Through our finance and insurance arms, and through our sister brands Australian Motorcycle

Finance and YMI bike Insurance, we’re involved in junior development, safety programs, industry lobbying, and all types of two wheel racing. Being the 2017 ASBK championship sponsor is just another way we can put back in to the sport, and we’re delighted to be able to do so.” Ryan finished. Motorcycling Australia (MA) is extremely proud to carry the Yamaha Motor Finance name as official naming rights sponsor to the 2017 Yamaha Motor Finance Australian Superbike Championship presented by Motul Pirelli. MA CEO, Peter Doyle said; “We are thrilled to be working closely this year with Brad Ryan and the whole YMF team. It is such an exciting opportunity to have the affiliation with such a major organisation, solidifying efforts from last year and moving forward with the partnership this year”. “We are glad to be able to offer our athletes, teams, sponsors and fans consistency of Yamaha Motor Finance continuing as naming right sponsor and are excited to see the development of motorcycle sport with Yamaha Motor Finance by our side. “We believe our product with the ASBK is an attractive program for sponsors, and we are very proud to be aligning ourselves with companies like YMF for 2017 and beyond.” Doyle finished.

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ASBK MINI MOTO HOME OF PAST, PRESENT & FUTURE CHAMPIONS! Thanks to Suzuki, Yamaha, Honda and Thor, each round of the 2017 Yamaha Motor Finance Australian Superbike Championship presented by Motul Pirelli, will feature a fun and safe Mini Moto area for kids.

MA ensures that they have the right safety gear, equipment, that accredited officials and first aid officers are on hand, so the kids can get a feel for riding under the right kind of supervision.

The initiative is supported by the ASBK manufacturers and sponsors and will be run by host clubs in conjunction with Motorcycling Australia, and is designed to give kids who are at the track, a taste of what it is like on-board a bike. It’s all about getting young kids involved!

Whether or not they take up the sport, ride at club, state or national level, or go on to become a World Champion, this is where it all starts for the next generation of riders.

Full safety gear and bikes will be provided, as well as a free day-licence so that the kids can have a go in a safe and controlled environment. MA has always been committed to bringing new people into the sport – especially kids, and the benefits of programs like this is that they get to try it out in a safe and controlled environment while also having a ball at having a go on a motorcycle!

So if you are a kid and you are at the racetrack on the weekend, make sure you drag Mum or Dad to the Mini Moto area and have a go! It’s all about having fun and trying it out! And if you are taking your kids to check out the action – make sure you give them a first hand taste of what it is like to turn that throttle at the ASBK Mini Moto!

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Round 4 REVIEW GET UP TO SPEED WITH ALL THE ACTION FROM ROUND 4 OF THE ASBK

Round 4 at Hidden Valley Raceway was one to remember for all five classes that made up the racing weekend. Darwinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heat and humidity was a battle for some competitors and for others, it was the fierce competition in the near capacity grids in just about every category.

back up the field until a racing incident with Kyle Buckley (Kawasaki BC performance, ZX-10R) on Pirelli corner on lap seven. The incident caused a red flag period and a restart. Wayne Maxwell (Yamaha Racing Team, YZF-R1) was gifted a handy advantage in the eight lap restart, sitting in P4.

The Northern Territory welcomed the triumphant return of ASBK, coupled with live television broadcasting, live streaming, crowd lined fences, vast print media coverage and huge smiles under helmets, made a recipe for pure ASBK delight for race fans everywhere. YMI Superbike Josh Waters (Team Suzuki ECSTAR, GSXR-1000R) sensationally achieved the double victory in two action packed races. In an incredible YMI Superbike Race One at Hidden Valley Raceway, Daniel Falzon (JD Racing, YZF-R1) took off from pole position to quickly lead into turn one.

However, it was Waters, Herfoss and Maxwell that took Race One podium honours in a thrilling race that had the crowds whipped into frenzy. Waters was elated, as it was the first 2017 ASBK race win for the newly formed Team Suzuki ECSTAR team. The second race once again was a master class showcase by Waters after the field all got off the line in a clean start. It was Waters, Herfoss and Staring to lead the pack from lap two of the 17-lap circulation, and it stayed that way for the duration. Yamaha Racing Teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Maxwell had a spectacular crash at

The turning point of the race was on lap six, when Falzon lost the front end and ran off-road on the YMF hairpin at turn six, giving Waters the lead he needed. Falzon managed to remount and join the field. Falzon was a man possessed, clawing his way

Pirelli corner (turn five), connecting with his bike, but managing to walk back to the pits from the infield. But the story of the day belonged to Waters, who was a man on a mission. Waters managed to continuously pull a significant gap in front of the Crankt Protein Honda Racing Team riders and deservedly claimed the win. Motul Supersport Tom Toparis and Ted Collins achieved Race One and Two wins at Round 4 Hidden Valley Raceway within the tightly contested Motul Supersport class. Toparis (Cube Racing, Kawasaki ZX6R) took the Race One victory despite coming under plenty of pressure for the duration of the entire race. Collins (NextGen Motorsports, Suzuki GSX-R600) rode brilliantly to second position after his great start, piling on plenty of pressure on Toparis. Damon Rees (Tony Rees Motorcycles, Honda CB600RR) would be the final podium place getter.

The battle would rage until the last lap, with Chiodo crashing at turn 14 due to the pressure for the podium. Rees would take his place on the podium after Lambert’s penalty. Collins took a sensational win in Motul Supersport Race Two, after a brilliant start to set him up for the victory. Toparis would take second place while local Darwin rider Mick Hefferan (Quack Pest Control, Kawasaki ZX6R) would take a surprise podium. Chiodo was an early faller, with a high-speed crash on Lap Three. Toparis suffered a disappointing start and was on the back foot, however made his way through the field at an incredible rate. Toparis managed to fight his way all the way back to second place and was on a mission to hunt Collins down for another win.

The Cube Racing rider, Toparis managed to take the lead after a brilliant start into turn one. Pole position getter Mark Chiodo (Repsol Gas Racing, Triumph 675R) didn’t take off well from his prime real estate gird position and fell back to fifth. Toparis was incredibly strong on the brakes, particularly at YMF hairpin. Toparis nearly lost the front at Hi-Tec Batteries corner on Lap 12. That was the moment, which cost him the chance for a clean sweep this weekend. After the near crash, it put Coote right on Toparis’ tail.

Toparis was chased by Collins but managed to keep the NextGen Motorsports rider at bay. Behind the lead duo was a tough fight for the final place on the podium between Chiodo, Sam Lambert (Addicted to Track, Yamaha YZF-R6) and Damon Rees (Tony Rees Motorcycles, Honda CBR600RR).

After Collins crossed the line for victory, Coote attempted an overtake in the last corner but unfortunately for Coote, he crashed after a nasty high-side. The crash handed the final podium position to Hefferan.

Round 4 REVIEW Hi-Tec Batteries Supersport 300 class Race One got off to a clean start on favourable track conditions. The good fortune was not to last, when a red flag was brought out after seven laps due to a crash at turn one involving four riders. Results were counted back to end of the last completed lap (lap 6 of 10) and the race declared. Edwards adapted to the track quickly and brilliantly, finishing first in class for the ‘Over 300’s’, ahead Tom Bramich (Ron Angel Classic Racing, Yamaha YZFR3). Max Croker (KTM Australia, KTM RC 390) was third in class.

Oli Bayliss (Cube Racing, Kawasaki EX 300) again proved to be a force on the Ninja 300 as he went about blitzing the ‘Up to 300’s’ class. Yanni Shaw (BCperformance Junior Team, Kawasaki EX 300) took second place, over the cool, calm and collected Reid Battye (DB Racing Kawasaki EX 300) in third. Billy Van Eerde (KTM Australia, KTM RC-390) led into turn one in what would eventuate into an exciting race in Race Two. In the final laps, Tommy Edwards (Alpinestars, Yamaha YZF-R3), Jack Mahaffy (JDS Moto, Yamaha YZF- R3) and Tom Bramich (Ron Angel Classic Racing, Yamaha YZF- R3) found themselves breaking away from the field and fighting for the podium win.

Mahaffy adapted to the track quickly and brilliantly, finishing first for the ‘Over 300’s’ ahead of fellow counterpart Edwards, Bramich was third in class rounding out the podium for Race One of the category. Pole sitter Bayliss was the fastest ‘Up to’ 300’s class rider on track. Reid Battye (BCperformance Junior Team, Kawasaki EX 300) took second place in the ‘Up To’ 300 class over up and coming rider Drew Sells (DB Racing Kawasaki EX 300) in third. This time in Race Three, it would be Edwards who would get the hole shot into turn one. After a few exciting opening laps, a battle began to escalate between Bayliss, Edwards and Max Croker (KTM Australia, KTM RC-390). Croker unfortunately got tangled up in an incident with another rider, leaving him to not be able to challenge for the podium placing’s. That left Bayliss, Edwards, Mahaffy and Bramich to duke it out to the finish. Of the four, Jack Mahaffy would cross the line in first but would later be penalised to drop two positions for incidents during the race. That elevated Bayliss as the overall race winner and best of the ‘Under 300’s . Tommy Edwards was the top ‘Over 300’s’ finishers. MOTO 3 / 125GP Ten Moto3/ 125GP riders took off from the start line for Race One, it was Joel Kelso (Deborah Motorsports, Honda NSFR250) to dominate in class for victory. Kelso managed to build a four and a half second gap to his nearest opposition. Dylan Whiteside (Aussie Crane Trucks, Honda NSFR250) was Kelso’s greatest challenger in second position. Dallas Skeer (Penrite Oils, Honda NSFR250) was consistent on the tarmac and was the final

podium placer. Fourth and fifth place getters were Scott Topping (GDR, Honda NSFR250) and Ross Taylor (GDR, Honda NSFR250). Darwin local, Joel Kelso (Deborah Motorsports, Honda NSFR250) fittingly took the Race Two win at his home circuit in front of his family, friends and fans. His domination started from the very beginning of circulation, getting the hole-shot into turn one. He managed to lead the entire 10-lap race duration. Victorian rising star, Dylan Whiteside (Aussie Crane Trucks, Honda NSFR250) was once again a threat. This time however, Whiteside managed to finish three and a half seconds behind Kelso, down on the four and a half from the previous race. 15-year-old South Australian Dallas Skeer (Penrite Oils, Honda NSFR250) would round out the final podium positions in third. Ross Taylor (GDR, Honda NSFR250) and Scott Topping (B-spoke Design, Honda RS125) would finish a distant fourth and fifth from the leaders.

Kelso would be the overall round winner with 76 points, ahead of Whiteside with 60 and Skeer with 54. Motorsports NT Club Challenge Race One was dominated by Matt Edwards (Triumph Daytona 675R), as he finished approximately nine seconds in front of his closest challenger Douglas Clark (Suzuki GSXR 1000). Race Two for the Motorsports NT Club Challenge was won by Clark, after managing to finish just in front of Warwick Price (Yamaha YZF-R6). This would be Clark’s first ever race win and he was very pleased to finally stand on the number one podium matt. Queenslander Edwards on bike 122 would re-enact a carbon copy of Race One as he took victory on his Triumph 675 in the final race for the Challenge. The race winner would cross the line with a gap over 9.4 seconds. The victory meant Edwards had two out of three wins for the weekend.

The race was all about Kelso on his number 66 bike, and he will deservedly take all the plaudits for a welldeserved race victory. Kelso also managed to set the fastest lap time of the race. Whiteside managed to keep Kelso honest at times reeling him in, but the front man’s pace was still far too strong. Peter McFarlane (Honda RS 125) would experience an unfortunate high-side after an excursion into the grass in the closing few laps. Kelso again came out the victor, making Race Three a clean sweep for the weekend after leading from start to finish. Whiteside appeared to be able to run with Kelso in the opening laps but Kelso once again quickly put the hammer down and disappeared out of sight, winning by over three and a half seconds. Kelso gave a salute to the camera after his race victory and was very pleased with his weekend’s work within the class. The Deborah Motorsports rider, Kelso incredibly set a lap record in class in each of the three races. Skeer finished in third once again to round rout the podium places.

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2017 championship points SUMMARY YMI Superbike #

Motul Supersport

Name

R4, R1

R4, R2

Total

Name

R4, R1

R4, R2

Total

Troy HERFOSS (NSW)

170

Ted COLLINS (VIC)

Robert BUGDEN (QLD)

157

Tom TOPARIS (NSW)

136

Daniel FALZON (SA)

155

Mason COOTE (VIC)

128

Wayne MAXWELL (VIC)

148

Jordan CARLSSON (QLD)

35.5 31

104.5

Josh WATERS (VIC)

135

Sam CONDON (NSW)

38.5 32

98.5

Bryan STARING (WA)

131

Mark CHIODO (VIC)

44.5 10

96.5

Cru HALLIDAY (NSW)

110

Nic LIMINTON (SA)

Corey TURNER (QLD)

Chris QUINN (NSW)

16.5 20

84.5

Beau BEATON (NSW)

Sam MULDOON (NSW)

10 Cambridge OLIVIER (QLD)

10 Mitch LEVY (NSW)

Hi-Tec Batteries Up to 300

182

Hi-Tec Batteries Over 300

Name

R4, R1

Reid BATTYE (NSW)

62.5

57.5

240

Tom BRAMICH (VIC)

37.5

187.5

Yanni SHAW (NSW)

180

Jack MAHAFFY (VIC)

176

Drew SELLS (VIC)

172

Brandon DEMMERY (NSW)

174

Scott NICHOLSON (VIC)

169

Billy VAN EERDE (NSW)

53.5

16.5

160

Oliver BAYLISS (QLD)

168

Zac LEVY (QLD)

156

Laura BROWN (NSW)

129

Corey BRIFFA (NSW)

30.5

144.5

Bronson PICKETT (WA)

37.5

124.5

Tom EDWARDS (NSW)

40.5 38.5

Gregory FARRELL (NSW)

115

Ben BRAMICH (VIC)

Shelby TURNER (QLD)

Ty LYNCH (SA)

10 Max CROKER (NSW)

28.5 42.5

25.5 25.5

10 Tom EDWARDS (NSW)

R4, R2

R4, Total R3

Name

R4, R1

R4, R2

R4, Total R3

YMF R3 Cup #

Name

144

34.5

137.5

125

12.5

123.5

GP Juniors Cup

R2, R2, Race 1 Race 2

R2, Race 3

Total

Name

Tommy Edwards (NSW)

327

John Lytras (Qld)

280

Max Stauffer (NSW)

245

Harry Khouri (NSW)

234

Ben Baker (NSW)

154

Joel Kelso (NT)

121

Total

Jack PASSFIELD (NSW)

120

Tommy EDWARDS (NSW)

114

Corey BRIFFA (NSW)

103

Jack MAHAFFY (VIC)

101

Hunter FORD (NSW)

Ben BRAMICH (VIC)

Luke Power (Vic)

Boyd HOCKING (VIC)

Tristan Adamson (Qld)

Dan THOMAS (NSW)

Jack Cousens (Vic)

Tayla RELPH (QLD)

10 Zak Pettendy (Qld)

10 John HENDERSON (VIC)

11 Rhys Williams (Qld)

12 Reece Oughtred (VIC)

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race flags yellow flag

Waved - race or practice session is over.

blue flag

black flag

Waved - flag indicate a rider that they are about to be overtaken.

Riders whose number is shown with the flag must stop at the pits on the next lap.

red flag

yellow & red striped flag

Waved - race or practice interrupted. Riders must return to the pits.

chEquered flag

Waved - danger ahead Riders must slow down and be prepared to stop. Overtaking is forbidden.

Deterioration of adhesion to the track.

green flag

white flag

The track is clear.

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Round 5 Superbike Rider List No

Name

Surname

State

grade Entrant Crankt Protein Honda Racing

SPONSORS

Make

MODEL

Honda, Crankt Protein, Honda Genuine, Pirelli, Honda Alpinestars, Western Freight Management, Pope Building Services, IVECO

CBR1000SP2

GSX-R1000R

Troy

Herfoss

QLD

Sloan

Frost

Black Family, Darby Capital Partners, Suzuki NZ, Fujitsu, TSS Red Baron, Filta NZ

Suzuki

Matt

Walters

NSW

Kawasaki Australia/Swann Insurance, Repsol Oil, RST, Is2 Helmets, Rover Coaches, Race Art Designs, Carl Walters

Kawasaki ZX-10R

Glenn

Allerton

NSW

Yamaha

YZF-R1

Ashley

Fleming

Flashpoint Motosport

Aprillia

RSV4

Yamaha

YZF-R1

Suzuki

GSX-R1000R

Alex

Phillis

VIC

Yamaha Motor Australia

Apex Civil, Helicraft Racing, Arnold's Fruit Market, ATP Quality Wood Products ECSTAR, AirRoad, Pirelli, Swann Insurance, Pepper money, Motul, PTR

Josh

Waters

VIC

Team Suzuki ECSTAR

Robert

Bugden

QLD

Kawasaki BCperformance

Kawasaki Motors Australia, Iceberg Enterprises

Kawasaki ZX-10R

Daniel

Falzon

JD Racing

Mainline Dynolog Dynomometers, EPSA, William Adams Caterpillar, YRT

Yamaha

YZF-R1

Wayne

Maxwell

VIC

Yamaha Motor Australia

Yamaha

YZF-R1

Corey

Turner

QLD

Ducati Australia, QBE Insurance, Pirelli, Motul, Gibson Freight, INOX, Woolich Racing,

Ducati

1299S

Troy

Guenther

QLD

Saint Unbreakable, BMW

BMW

S1000R

Cru

Halliday

NSW

Yamaha Finance, Yamaha Insurance, Ipone, R & M Mining, Wynn Homes

Yamaha

YZF-R1

Bryan

Staring

Mitch

Levy

NSW

Adam

Senior

Kyle

Buckley

NextGen Motorsports

Honda, Crankt Protein, Honda Genuine, Pirelli, Honda Alpinestars, WFM, Pope Building Supplies, IVECO

CBR1000SP2

ATR, YRD, Landbrige Transport, Motul, Adam Gorrell Automotive, Held Australia, Airoh Helmets, MV Agusta Paramatta, Diacore, Central Air Conditioning

Yamaha

YZF-R1

Silkolene, Consent2Go, Pirelli, Senior Engineering, YRD, Cully's Yamaha, Raceworks, Yamaha West Sliders

YZF-R1

QLD

Kawasaki Motors Australia, Iceberg Enterprises

Kawasaki

Kawasaki ZX-10R

Racers Edge Performance, Craig McMartin Racing, Bridgestone Motorsport, Link International, Cassons Australia,Suomy Helmets, Dianese, Whites Racing Products,Ktech Suspension, Motul, RK Chains

Ducati

Panigale

Crankt Protein Honda Racing

Kawasaki BCperformance

Beaton

NSW

178 Michael

Blair

NSW

Blair Build

Yamaha YRT, Gosford Classic Car Museum, Ipone, YMI, John Singleton Group, Gimoto Leathers, ARAI, Bonython Investments

Yamaha

YZF-R1

183 Lachlan

Epis

NSW

NextGen Motorsports

ResponseRE, Blue Tongue Finance, Unbreakable

Honda

CBR1000RR

Beau

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Round 5 Supersport Rider List No Name

Surname

STATE GRADE Entrant Name

NextGen Motorsports

SPONSORS

Make

MODEL

Saint Unbreakable, Magnum Welders, Traction Control Suspension, Nitron, Pirelli, GB Racing

Suzuki

GSX-R600

Kawasaki ZX-6R

Ted

Collins

VIC

Tom

Toparis

NSW

Cube Racing, Australian Outdoor Living, Motul, Pirelli, Sprint Filter, Arrow Exhaust, Underground Designs, INOX, Woolich Racing

Mark

Chiodo

VIC

Repsol GAS Racing, Repsol, Alpinestars, Bell Helmets, Dunlop Tyres, SBS Brakepads, Goodridge Daytona Triumph 675R Braided Lines, NGK Sparkplugs, DID Chains, Fleetwood Print Group, Scorpion Exhausts

Brian

Houghton

QLD

Latters Conshift, K1 Racing, Castrol, RaceArt Aust, Ricondi, Golden Roller, SnapOn

Honda

CBR600RR

Damon

Rees

Tony Rees Motorcycles, Pure Sports Drinks, Blue Wing Honda, Signedge, Bike Biz, MXT, Pirelli, Bay of Plenty Sports Trust, Aaron Slight

Honda

CBR600RR

Sam

Lambert

Addicted to Track, California Superbike School, Freak Online Clothing

Yamaha YZF-R6

Nic

Liminton

Race Centre, YRD, Arai, Ricondi

Yamaha

Patrick

VIC

MotoGo, RS Taichi, Stihl

Kawasaki ZX-6R

Jordan

Carlsson

QLD

Hyperion Motorsport, Graves Yamaha

Yamaha

Aidan

Hayes

NSW

Cube Racing, Australian Outdoor Living, Motul, Pirelli, Sprint Filter, Arrow Exhaust, Underground Designs, INOX, Woolich Racing, Hayes Johnston Pty Ltd

Yamaha YZF-R6

Stephanie

Redman

VIC

Christian Carroll, Addicted to Track, Ricondi, Airoh, XPD Boots, California Superbike School, RaceArt Australia, Pro-Matix

Yamaha YZF-R6

Mason

Coote

VIC

Aark Racing, Consent2Go, Kabuto, Spidi, YRD, Motul, Pirelli, Five Gloves, Yamaha, SBS Brake, Aaiden Coote

Yamaha YZF-R6

Rhys

Bellings

VIC

LXI Racing, Trilec Services, YRD, The 61 Club

Yamaha YZF-R6

Sam

Condon

NSW

BikeBiz, Motul, Pirelli, Shark Helmets, Berik, DNA Highperformance filters

Yamaha

YZF-R6

Lincoln

Gilding

QLD

PMD Yamaha Racing, Podium Motorcycles Development, Northern Volks, Ricondi, Kabuto, Shell Oils, Morayfield Smash

Yamaha

YZF-R6

Cambridge Olivier

QLD

Sydney West Riders/ YRD

Yamaha

YZF-R6

Chris

Quinn

NSW

Coopers HXR Yamaha, Coopers Pale Ale, YRD, Dunlop, The Channon Tavern, Shark Helmets, Holmes Extractive Resources

Yamaha

YZF-R6

Jake

Pruiti

Consent2go

Kawasaki ZX-6R

Mick

Hefferan

John Hefferan

Kawasaki ZX-6R

Landscapesupplies.com.au, IPONE, ICEBERG Enterprises, Outdoor Fabrications PL

Kawasaki ZX-6R

310 Ryan

Sellen

NSW

Hayes Johnston Pty Ltd

BCperformance Junior Team

*entries received at time of printing this program, please see www.asbk.com.au for updated entry information

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Round 5 Supersport 300 List No

Name

Surname

STATE

Brandon

Demmery

NSW

Callum

O'Brien

JNR

Warwick

Nowland

NSW

Broc

Pearson*

QLD

Bronson

Pickett

GRADE Entrant Name SPONSORS Deborah Motorsports

JNR

Make

MODEL

Yamaha YRD, Dunlop, RescomErebus Academy, 2Thugs Customs, Paul Demmery Concreting, LS2, RST

Yamaha

YZF-R3

Clean Ride Racing

KTM

RC 390

WNR,Motul,Draggin Jeans, Obvious

Kawasaki Ninja 300

Yamaha, YRD, Maxima Oils, World Gym, Kabuto, Pirelli Tyres, Steve Cramer Products, Pro Accessories, ZXU, Five Gloves

Yamaha

Pete's Harley & Dyno Services/ M & B Garden Bags/ M & B Rubbish Disposals, Steves Motorcycles Midland/ JW Moto Parts

Kawasaki Ninja 300 KTM

YZF-R3

Jarred

Brook

QLD

KTM Australia, Wide Bay Motorcycles, Shoei Helmets, Motul, Pirelli, Shark Helmets

Keegan

Pickering

NSW

Kawasaki Ninja 300

Corey

Briffa*

NSW

Ben

Bramich

VIC

Tayla

Relph *

QLD

Billy

Van Eerde

NSW

JNR

Maroochydore Beach Motel, Earmould Aust, West Sliders, White Race Products, Howsafe, DTCC, Kyzac Powder Coating, Bulldog Gym Sydney Alex Cudlin Motorsport, SC Project Oceania Australia, St Phillips Christian College Cessnock, East Coast Suppliments Cessnock., The Sign Shop, Stadium LED Screens Ron Angel Classic Racing, Nolan Helmets, Yamaha YRD, Ricondi, Board Pro, Whinner Motorcycles, Nelsigns, Tingate Racing, Forma Boots,The Grinning Dingo, TM Suspension Motorcycle Sportsmen, Earmould Aust, NorthStar Yamaha, Pirelli, Motul, Micks Fix Leather Repairs, Cassons, Unit Clothing, Advanced Rider Training, SpeedAngle Aust. KTM Australia, Hunter Valley Motorcycles, Chris Watson Motorcycles, SSS Motorcycles & Suspension, Shoei Helmets, Incite Graphics, MCC Moto, A1 Accessory Imports, Motorex Australia, Rapid Bike Australia, Van Eerde Airconditioning & Refrigeration

Reid

Battye

NSW

JNR

34 35 37

Boyd Matt Jack

Hocking * Mahaffy *

VIC NSW VIC

D JNR

Max

Croker

NSW

Jack

Passfield *

NSW

O'Connell*

Ron Angel Classic Racing

Bcperformance Junior Team

JDS Moto

Ron Angel Classic Racing

RC 390

Yamaha

YZF-R3

Yamaha

YZF-R3

Yamaha

YZF-R3

KTM

RC 390

Landscapesupplies.com.au, IPONE, ICEBERG Enterprises, Outdoor Fabrications PL

Kawasaki Ninja 300

DPH Motorsport Yamaha

Yamaha

YZF-R3

AMCN, Pirelli, YMF, Fred Gassit Yukkarn

Yamaha

YZF-R3

Eastern Security Doors, JLT Insurance, TelMe Fleet, SignPro, Castrol Speedangle

Yamaha

YZF-R3

KTM Australia, Nolan Helmets, Bridgestone, Ron Angel Classic Racing, Gold n Tint KTM Signs & Banners Motorex Australia, Robbie O'Davis Fitness Dmoto, StayUpright, GASD Suspension, Valley Fitness, Pirelli, Micron Security Yamaha Supplies, Motul, YRD Tick Signs

RC 390

Ron Angel Classic Racing, Nolan Helmets, YRD, Ricondi, BoardPro, Whinner Motorcycles, Nelsigns, Tingate Racing, Forma Boots, TM Performance

YZF-R3

Tom

Bramich

VIC

Yamaha

YZF-R3

Sharni

Pinfold *

QLD

Shark Leathers, A1 Race Paint, Northstar Yamaha, Nolan X-Lite Helmets, XXX Rated Suspension, Link International, Lucas Oils, SFC

Yamaha

YZF-R3

54 57 58 65

Jason Seth Mitch Jonah

Whitehead Crump Kuhne * Sita *

QLD QLD QLD WA

Emma

Flashpoint Motosport. Michael Sita

Kawasaki KTM Yamaha Yamaha

Ninja 300 RC 390 YZF-R3 YZF-R3

Joel

Kelso

Deborah Motorsports, Mum, The Grinning Dingo, West Sliders, Friendly Pool & Spa Care

Yamaha

YZF-R3

Alpinestars, Yamaha Australia, Repsol, Bell, Dunlop, Nautical Pools, Steeline Hunter, Newcastle City Supermoto, Inglis Racing, Paul Edwards

Yamaha

YZF-R3

ResponseRE, Blue Tongue Finance

Kawasaki Ninja 300

JNR

Jason Crump, $roCK Oil, KTM Brisbane, Bell, Alpinestars Shark Leathers, Airoh Helmets, Lucas Oils

C JNR

Deborah Motorsports

Tommy

Edwards*

NSW

JNR

Lachlan

Epis

NSW

Lynch

Adelaide Motorcycle Recovery, Coast Yamaha, Y-AIM Shane & Amy Metcalf, YRD, Neville Lush Racing, Underground Designs, Alpine Stars, Ipone, Performance Moto, Bell

Yamaha

Oliver

Bayliss

QLD

Cube Racing, Australian Outdoor Living, Motul, Pirelli, Sprint Filter, Arrow Exhaust, Underground Designs, INOX, Woolich Racing

Kawasaki Ninja 300

Tahli Passeri, Puma RV's, Hannay Lawyers, RaceArt Aust, Kabuto Helmets, TCX Boots, YRD

Yamaha

TCN Racing, Bill Nerlich, BART Acid Racing, Race Centre, Mum & Dad, Dimond Design

Kawasaki Ninja 300 Yamaha YZF-R3

Jennifer Beanes

Yamaha

YZF-R3

LTR Racing, Fitness2Podium, Lki Brand, ART Ridedynamics, TC Tipers

Yamaha

YZF-R3

52 Motorsports, Brisbane Motorcycles

Yamaha

YZF-R3

Landscapesupplies.com.au, IPONE, ICEBERG Enterprises, Outdoor Fabrications PL

Kawasaki Ninja 300

NextGen Motorsports

Zac

Levy

QLD

97 115 131 151 152

Peter Rogan Ross Locky Danyon

Nerlich Chandler

JNR

Turner

VIC NZ QLD QLD QLD

333

Yanni

Shaw

NSW

Bcperformance Junior Team

337

Gregory

Farrell

NSW

Bcperformance

355

Laura

Brown

NSW

520

Shelby

Beames* Taylor *

Turner

QLD

D JNR

YZF-R3

Landscapesupplies.com.au

Kawasaki Ninja 300

Ricondi, Draggin Jeans, Shark Helmets, Falco Motorcycle Boots, Pirelli, GBRacing, Venhill/WNR, NGK Spark Plugs

Kawasaki Ninja 300

Pro Cycle Dyno, Motorcycle Exhaust Professionsals, KFM Smash Repairs, Carto Engineering, Brisbane Motorcycles, Instyle Canungra

Kawasaki Ninja 300

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ROUND 5 YMF R3 CUP RIDERS LIST No

Name

Surname

State grade Entrant Name

SPONSORS

Make

Yamaha, YRD, Maxima Oils, World Gym, Kabuto, Pirelli Tyres, Steve Cramer Products, Pro Accessories, ZXU, Five Gloves

Yamaha YZF-R3

Ron Angel Classic Racing, Nolan Helmets, Yamaha YRD, Ricondi, Board Pro, Whinner Motorcycles, Nelsigns, Tingate Racing, Forma Boots, The Grinning Dingo, TM Suspension

Yamaha YZF-R3

Motorcycle Sportsmen Club, Earmould Aust, NorthStar Yamaha, Pirelli, Motul, Micks Fix Leather Repairs, Cassons, Unit Clothing, Advanced Rider Training, SpeedAngle Aust.

Yamaha YZF-R3

Broc

Pearson *

QLD

Ben

Bramich*

VIC

Tayla

Relph *

QLD

Ron Angel Classic Racing

MODEL

Corey

Briffa*

NSW

Alex Cudlin Motorsport, SC Project Oceania Australia, St Phillips Christian College Cessnock, East Coast Suppliments Cessnock., The Sign Shop, Stadium LED Screens

Boyd

Hocking *

VIC

DPH Motorsport Yamaha

Yamaha YZF-R3

Matt

O'Connell*

NSW

AMCN, Pirelli, YMF, Fred Gassit Yukkarn

Yamaha YZF-R3

Jack

Mahaffy *

VIC

Jnr

Eastern Security Doors, JLT Insurance, TelMe Fleet, SignPro, Castrol, Speedangle

Yamaha YZF-R3

Jack

Passfield *

NSW

Dmoto, StayUpright, GASD Suspension, Valley Fitness, Pirelli, Micron Security Supplies, Motul, YRD, Tick Signs

Yamaha YZF-R3

Sharni

Pinfold *

QLD

Shark Leathers, A1 Race Paint, Northstar Yamaha, Nolan X-Lite Helmets, XXX Rated Suspension, Link International, Lucas Oils, SFC

Yamaha YZF-R3

Mitch

Kuhne *

QLD

Shark Leathers, Airoh Helmets, Lucas Oils

Yamaha YZF-R3

Jonah

Sita *

Flashpoint Motosport. Michael Sita

Yamaha YZF-R3

Tommy

Edwards *

NSW

Alpinestars, Yamaha Australia, Repsol, Bell, Dunlop, Nautical Pools, Steeline Hunter, Newcastle City Supermoto, Inglis Racing, Paul Edwards

Yamaha YZF-R3

131

Ross

Beames *

QLD

Jennifer Beanes

Yamaha YZF-R3

151

Locky

Taylor *

QLD

Jnr

LTR Racing, Fitness2Podium, Lki Brand, ART Ridedynamics, TC Tipers

Yamaha YZF-R3

JDS Moto

*entries received at time of printing this program, please see www.asbk.com.au for updated entry information

2017 YMF R3 Cup After an extremely successful debut season for the Yamaha Motor Finance (YMF) R3 Cup in 2016, YMA (Yamaha Motor Australia) is pleased to announce the YMF R3 Cup return in 2017 with the Yamaha Motor Finance Australian Superbike Championship presented by Motul Pirelli (ASBK). Already boasting a successful race weekend at Wakefield Park in Round Two of the ASBK, the YMF R3 Cup fills the demand for a low cost entry-level championship that delivers ‘bang for buck’ racing. A prize pool has also been announced giving more enticement to join the category. The YMF R3 Cup is aimed at entry-level road racers and junior MX, short circuit and dirt track riders. YMA is subsidising the cost of the race-kitted bikes in order to assist riders wanting a low cost, hassle free introduction road racing. Just $7,900 buys a Yamaha YZF-R3 in road trim with the addition of a full race kit, which gives the option to return the bike into road going form if desired. The race kit consists of: • Fairing kit – including front fender and tank cover – uses stock screen – black gelcoat • Akrapovic full racing exhaust system with Ti muffler • Racing rear sets with multiple adjustments • Handlebar lowering kit • Gearing set JT – optional sizes – 1 front, 2 rear • Complete rear shock absorber with adjustable preload, ride height and rebound damping. Front fork kit with springs, spacers and shim stack • Graphics kit with all series and bonus sponsors logos supplied • R+G protection kit including – crash knobs, engine case covers, rear stand pickups, chain guard, radiator protector • R+G muffler mounting bracket • AIS pollution system block off plate • Yamalube Service kit – 4 litres of synthetic engine oil and engine oilfilter • Oxford rear race stand • CD with parts book, service manual, kit fitment manual, etc.

To make it even easier to join in, the customer may purchase the racing YZF-R3 using YMF finance. With the package price of $7900 the repayment amount over a 12 month term would be $168 per week or over a 24 month term $88 - both rounded numbers. To be eligible for the YMF Championship - as well as the considerable prize and contingency packages that will be on offer, four of the five rounds need to be competed. Riders must also display series logos and wear a Yamaha Racing patch on their leathers to be eligible for the prize pool payments. Due to the YMF R3 Cup being a showcase for new riders, all ‘A’ graders, international riders and pro level racers are not eligible to win any prizes – although they are welcome to race in the series. “YMA encourages the YMF R3 Cup to be an entry level competition, with the emphasis on the enjoyment of riding and competing on equal and cost effective machinery. The championship is designed to introduce new riders to the sport and so help build a more solid future for Australian road racing,” says Ray Howard, Yamaha Motorsports Manager. Please go to www.yamaha-motor.com.au to download an application form.

2017 YMF R3 CUP CALENDAR Round 1 Wakefield Park Raceway Round 2 WINTON MOTOR RACEWAY Round 3 Morgan Park Raceway Round 4 SYDNeY MOTORSPORT PARK Round 5 PHILIP ISLAND PRIX CIRCUIT

NSW MARCH 17 - 19 VIC APRIL 28 - 30 QLD AUGUST 25 - 27 NSW SEPT 8 - 10 VIC OCT 6 - 8 43

GP JUNIORS Rider List

GRADE

QLD

SPONSORS

Name Harry

Surname Khouri

JNR

NSW

Excite Motorsports Penrith

Yamaha

YZF-R15

Max

Stauffer

JNR

QLD

Dyno27, DoctorMak, YRD, Bell Helmets, Rock Oil, AlpineStars

Yamaha

YZF-R15

Harrison

Voight

JNR

NSW

Voight Contracting

Yamaha

YZF-R15

Tommy

Edwards

JNR

NSW

AlpineStar, Bell, Repsol, Steeline Hunter, Yamaha Aust/ Graeme Boyd Motorcycles, Ingless Racing

Yamaha

YZF-R15

Zylas

Bunting

JNR

NSW

Shark Motorcycle Leathers, Barnetts Bakery, Redpoint Batteries & Oils

Yamaha

YZF-R15

161

Jarred

Loveday

JNR

QLD

Yamaha

YZF-R15

Yamaha

YZF-R15

Yamaha

YZF-R15

227

Hunter

Penhallurick

JNR

QLD

Western Sydney Motorcycles, Penhallurick Constructions, SK Motors, Future Sport Motorcycles, Salwater Creek Harvesting, Reefside Auto, Shirt Front Solutions, Revival Custom SIgns

864

Tristan

Adamson

JNR

Top Rider Motorcycles, Five5 Motorcycles, DCR Race Engineering

*entries received at time of printing this program, please see www.asbk.com.au for updated entry information

Make

MODEL

GP JUniorS AUSTRALIA The second round of this year’s Yamaha Motor Finance Australian Superbike Championship supported by Motul Pirelli also features the first round of an all new class in GP Juniors Australia, with the introduction of the GP Juniors Cup where competitors will ride the dynamic Yamaha R15 on Bridgestone tyres.

R15 machines. All GP Junior Cup bikes are completely standard with strict regulations to ensure they remain a level playing field with Bridgestone control tyres. The final category is for the younger brigade, of 9-11 year old’s who compete on 70cc two-stroke machines at alternate meetings of GP Juniors Australia. Over the past decade, there is an impressive list of graduates have emerged from junior road racing programs, including current MotoGP racer and Grand Prix winner, Jack Miller.

GP Juniors Australia is the evolution of the Motorcycle Road Racing Development Association or “MRRDA” as it was commonly referred.

2015 Australian Superbike Champion, Mike Jones and Daniel Falzon who has won three Australian 600cc championships in consecutive years, as well as his latest crowning glory, domination of the opening round of the Australian Superbike Championship at Phillip Island claiming pole position and backing it up with three race wins.

2017 marks the 11th year of competition for the national series and while the name may have changed, the philosophy is exactly the same; to create a structure and provide youngsters with an avenue to greatness. To be good at any sport one has to start at a young age. Road racing is no different. Young riders learn to take responsibility for their actions and show exceptional maturity as the nature of the sport requires a mature attitude and conduct at all times. They also learn about mechanic’s, physics and engineering, all benefits that will hold them in good stead for their entire life.

GP Juniors Australia is split into four categories: ages 1216 years for an Australian Championship of up to 160cc four-strokes, 85cc two strokes and while making it’s debut in 2017, the GP Juniors Cup comprised of only Yamaha

Others that have used junior road racing as a springboard include, Josh Hook (2011 Australian 125cc Champion), Jed Metcher (2011 European 600cc Superstock Champion), Troy Geunther (2016 Australian Supersport 600cc Champion). Other notables that have competed in junior road racing include rapid girl Tayla Relph, Tom Bramich (2015 Australian Moto3 Champion), Matt Barton, Ben Leonard, Locky Taylor, Callum Alderson and Matt Walters. The first of seven rounds for the year starting this weekend, the GP Juniors Cup will continue unearthing future road racing champions. We are sure you are going to witness the next generation of Australian champions learning their craft. So, have your little black book ready to jot down some new names for future racing reference!

CLUB CHALLENGE Rider List No

Name

Surname

State CAPACITY

SPONSORS

Make

MODEL

Leigh

Holmes

NSW

400

Kawasaki

ZXR

Anthony

Carroll

QLD

400

Honda

VFR

Mark

Torrance

QLD

250

Honda

CBRR

Sarah

Fairbrother

QLD

250

Honda

CBRR

Glenn

Chandler

QLD

250

Johnny's Wonderful Coffee & Coiffure, Phood the One Armed Postie, Damien from Amiens BB and B, Andy the Supercoach, Billy the Boilermaker & Son

Yamaha

TZR

Elliott

Whieldon

QLD

400

Gold Coast Caravan For Hire

Honda

VFR

Damien

Coppola

NSW

250

All In One Earthmoving

Honda

CBR

519

John

Carpenter

QLD

400

Honda

VFR

666

Justin

Whicker

NSW

250

HillTop Auto Centre

Honda

CBRR

777

Michael

Webb

QLD

250

The Mojo Webb Band

Honda

CBRR

888

Michael

Frost

QLD

400

Frost Diesel Injection

Honda

VFR

Mark Torrance Electrical Pty Ltd, BCD Group

*entries received at time of printing this program, please see www.asbk.com.au for updated entry information

The Motorcycle Sportsmen of Qld are proud to be the host club for Rd 5 of the 2017 ASBK series. The club was founded in 1958 and has a long history of running road races in South East Queensland, and many of our members, both current and former, have gone on to achieve greatness in the sport of motorcycle racing. The Motorcycle Sportsmen run regular meetings at Morgan Park Raceway and cater for most types of road racing machinery, club rounds include the Pirelli Southern Downs road Race series and the state championship Pirelli Queensland Road series, our Master of Morgan Park event is an annual event for historic, BEARS (British, European, American) and Sidecars. Everybody starts racing at a club and rider development is a big focus of our club, we run coaching days on the Thursday before each race-meeting where a small group of up to 25 riders are given tailored they are road-riders, new racers or even experienced racers looking to drop those lap-times even further. We run a trackday on the Friday before each race meeting, this is open to all riders on any type of bike, it doesn’t matter if you ride a custom, a tourer or a sportsbike, a trackday is a place to enjoy any bike to its full potential without worrying about the unpredictable elements that can arise when riding on the

conjunction with feedback from our MA accredited coaches to ensure riders are in the group that suits them best. We are a road-racing club and racing is in our blood. Our road race classes are designed to encompass most types of road motorcycles, if you’ve got a bike and the need for speed, there’s a good chance we’ll have somewhere for you to race it! You don’t need to have the latest hypersports machine to begin racing, class to suit your bike and budget. If you already ride at trackdays, our Clubracer class provides the perfect introduction to road-racing. As Friday trackday where they will meet with our Club mentors and gain valuable experience including practice start drills before racing on Saturday and fees and any applicable license fees but we waive Enjoy the action this weekend whichever side of the fence you are on, good luck and safe racing to all.

transponders to allow us to measure the progress of riders through laptimes, we use this information in

Racing

Trackdays

Coaching

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EVENTS CALENDAR WWW.MA.ORG.AU

date

aug - oct 2017

event

location

25 - 27 Aug australian superbike championship - round 5

Morgan Park, QLD

25 - 27 Aug GP Juniors Cup - Round 5

Morgan Park, QLD

25 - 27 Aug Australian Post Classic Motocross Championship

Crystal Brook, SA

2 - 3 sept

NEWCASTLE, NSW

FIM OCEANIA SUPERMOTO CHAMPIONSHIP

8 - 10 SEPT AUSTRALIAN f1 & f2 SIDECAR CHAMPIONSHIPS

SMSP, NSW

8 - 10 sept AUSTRALIAN SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP - ROUND 6

smsp, nsw

23 - sept

jimboomba, qld

australian supercross championship - round 1

23 - 24 sept australian junior dirt track championship

nsw

25 - 30 sept 2017 australian four day enduro

toowoomba, qld

30 sept - 1 oct australian atv motocross championship

murray bridge, sa

30 sept - 1 oct australian trial championship

barossa valley, sa

for more ma events information PLEASE visit - www.ma.org.au or follow us on facebook

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