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14 THE PRESS ROOM http://issuu.com/action/page?page=42 42 THE GRID NEWS http://issuu.com/action/page?page=46 46 MOTOGP WITH B.T. - By B.T. http://issuu.com/action/page?page=68 68 THE INSIDE LINE - By Devonne Duerbaum http://issuu.com/action/page?page=74 74 FEATURED RIDERS http://issuu.com/action/page?page=80 80 IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS - By Eric Wood http://issuu.com/action/page?page=98 98 THE NEW ISH

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2 0 2 0 Y Z F-R 1 M From the launch of the first Yamaha YZF®-R1 to today’s MotoGP inspired machinery, it has been a master class of domination.

For 2020, the new R1M features next generation R Series styling, sophisticated electronic control, enhanced braking and suspension performance, and a refined crossplane engine.

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It is illegal and dangerous. ©2019 Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. All rights reserved.

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STAFF

Publisher//Editor in Chief: Allan Lane allan@sportbikesincmag.com

EDITORIAL

ART & DESIGN

Staff Writers: Leon Brittain leon@sportbikesincmag.com Lion James lion@sportbikesincmag.com B.T. bt@sportbikesincmag.com Devonne Duerbaum devonne@sportbikesincmag.com Eric Wood eric@sportbikesincmag.com

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FROM THE EDITOR

CHANGES AND BEGININGS Things are very different now from when I started SportBikes Inc Magazine back in 2010. Trends have come and gone. Some have circled back for another rotation. When I started the magazine, I made the strategic decision to be a digital-only publication. I understood how data was being delivered and how it was being processed. At the time, I saw the curve and slightly what was around the bend. Change is good.

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THE PRESS ROOM

INDUSTRY NEWS TRIUMPH UNLEASHES THEIR NEW TIGERS

Triumph Motorcycles introduced the next step in the evolution of their flagship adventure/ touring bike, the Tiger. Originally introduced in 2010, the Triumph Tiger 800 quickly etched a prominent position in its class. The new 2020 Triumph Tiger takes a significant leap forward with an all-new 900cc, in-line three-cylinder engine, a new trellis frame and a bevy of bells and whistles. Here are a few things you should know about Triumph’s new Tiger 900...

THE NAME The Triumph 900 is available in three platforms, the 900, the 900 GT/GT PRO and the 900 RALLY/RALLY PRO. The new nomenclature replaces the 800 series models: the 800 XR, the 800 XRx, 800 XRt, 800 XRx Low, 800 XCx, 800 XCa. The 900 serves as a base model while the 900 GT and GT PRO ticks it up a notch in the performance department for touring and adventure riding.

The RALLY and RALLY PRO are designed for the racer with optimization for serious off-road riding.

THE ENGINE The new 900cc inline three-cylinder engine features a 1,3 and 2 firing sequence for a boost in mid-range engine response, and a ten percent increase in torque output, compared to the 800 models.

THE FRAME The Tiger 900 features a new trellis frame with a bolt-on subframe and pillion hangers. The trellis frame shaves weight off the entire bike 14 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | DECEMBER 2019

(11 pounds compared to the 800) while the bolt-on subframe maximizes the durability of the overall structure. With previous models, if there was an impact to the rear of the bike, the entire frame could be considered damaged.

With the bolt-on subframe, the same damage is remedied by replacing the rear section, a feature most appealing to racers and offroaders.

THE BRAKES Across the platform, the Tiger 900 sports Brembo Stylema monobloc brakes. The Brembo Stylema brakes are lightweight and compact with a strategic design that reduces volume around the braking setup for greater

stopping power and increased airflow for cooler calipers.

RIDING MODES The Tiger 900 includes 6 ride modes that optimize the bike’s output in a variety of riding conditions: Rain, Road, Sport, Rider, Off-Road and Off-Road Pro. RIDER ENGAGEMENT All but the base Tiger 900 come equipped with an impressively large 7 inch TFT screen.

The base model’s screen measures only 5 inches. The data cluster is customizable with four different color themes in high/low contrast versions. Connectivity was considered in

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THE PRESS ROOM: INDUSTRY NEWS

THE SUSPENSION Several features are specific to the base 900, the GT and RALLY models, but one of the most notable features is the suspension set up. On the base 900, GT and GT PRO, the setup is composed of Marzochhi components with front and rear adjustability only on the GT and GT PRO, rear adjustability on the base THE RADIATOR Most notable on the 900 is the aggressive 900. The RALLY and RALLY PRO are fitted with design and presentation of the split twin SHOWA front and rear electronic adjustable radiator set up. This new format, besides suspension, accessed via the TFT screen. looking cool, allows for increased mass distribution while reducing overall coolant The Triumph Tiger 900 platform is expected to volume. A bonus feature is that the dual hit the dealership floor in the spring of 2020. design reduces the ambient heat, potentially MSRP for the base 900 starts at $12,500, the experienced by the rider.

GT starts at $14,300 and the RALLY is listed at $15,000. Prices for the PRO models are TBA. its design as the TFT screen offers a proper amount of integration options for your phone, music, navigation, even GoPro control. All of the features are accessed via the TFT screen as well as the switch cubes, located at the handlebar.

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THE DUCATI MEMORABILIA PROJECT If you've ever wanted to own a piece of MotoGP and WorldSBK history from the Ducati garage, now is your chance. Ducati has made available for purchase, a selection of components pulled directly from recently retired machines that include piston rods, pistons, camshaft and crankshafts from the motorcycles of Andrea Dovizioso, Carl Crutchlow, and others. The items are strictly for display purposes and are displayed in a quality protective plexiglass case, engraved with the part's name and the bike where it came from, accompanied by a certificate of authenticity, signed by Claudio Domenicali and Gigi Dall'Igna.

These collector's items may be purchased via your local Ducati dealership, however, the availability is very limited.

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THE PRESS ROOM: INDUSTRY NEWS WOOLIE AND DEUS COLLAB FOR "THE FRAMER" Inspired by the spirit of a flat tracker that was both capable of earning its keep on the dirt as well as being proficient as an everyday ride, custom bike builder Woolie, with an assist from designer, Jeff Cole, took a 2017 Yamaha FZ07, stripped it down and reconceptualized the bike with a performance-driven engine, slapped on a headlight, a license plate and turn signals... and christened it, The Framer.

Equipped with a Factory Yamaha racing kit that included oversized pistons, spec-ported cylinder head, race valves, and an electronics package, The Framer is enhanced by a custom fuel tank and uniquely fabricated body parts that keep it true to its flat track aesthetics.

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The Framer rolls on a set of 19-inch Traction wheels from the house of Roland Sands, fixed with Mitas DOT tires while full floating quick-release Brembos take care of the stopping business on the front end. The back end of the braking business is comprised of a full floating stainless steel rotor with an M50 caliper. With a handcrafted Saddleman seat, the Framer is presented in a black candy paint job.

“The bike resembles a “big brother version of the Honda CR500 Street Tracker built for Dani Pedrosa, where his was a Short Track racer, this is a proper mile bike with third gear wheelies all day” – Woolie.

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THE FIRST RIDE: YAMAHA'S 2020 YZF-R1M

TO BE HONEST, when I took delivery of the 2020 Yamaha YZF-R1M, my initial thoughts were that the bike has no business on the streets. By the mere sum of all its parts, the bike is destined for closed course asphalt glory.

At this level in the R1M's evolutionary process, the look shape and feel of the bike take a bit of a departure from the previous model years. It not only looks finished, but it also feels finished.

Granted, Yamaha has 22 years developing the evolution of the YZF-R1, as the model made its debut in 1998. With the presentation of this 2020R1M model, there has been a considerable leap forward in the process. The amount of carbon fiber adorning the chassis alone is enough to lock your visual engagement. The front fender, upper cowl, side and tail fairings... all carbon fiber. It's quite beautiful, to say the least.

Feeling the effects of the lighter 450 pounds (wet), while harnessing the power of the 998cc crossplane crankshaft engine in the cockpit makes everything all too real, for all the right reasons.

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the progressive styling and fluidity of the 2020 model when compared to the 2019 version.

In 2015, the revamped R1 design caught some flack from the R1 purist community and a portion of the jurors from the court of public opinion. Flack aside, the new aesthetic was a departure from the established fashion of the R1, further giving it a unique presentation that was undeniably R1.

The 2020's refinement of what began in 2015, puts a period on the progression. As said, it looks finished. It is the most attractive R1, since the bike's inception.

The R1 has never suffered from lack of performance and over the years the platform has always been ready for a throwdown. The 2020's engine continues to improve its output. The inline fourcylinder, crossplane crankshaft engine is laced with titanium connecting rods, shortened intake ports, and repositioned 10 hole injectors that spray directly toward the intake valve (previously 12 holes, relocated from the bottom of the throttle bodies, now on top). The new engine also features new cylinder heads, as well as new profiles for both the rocker arms and camshafts.

I noticed the R1M's proper full-color TFT dash interface when I took delivery at the Yamaha warehouse and started her up. There is a lot of data that fits on the screen and you'll easily pass 20 to 30 mins flipping through the menu, reviewing and adjusting settings. There are four riding modes, ten settings for traction control, four slide control settings, four lift or wheelie control settings, three settings for the quick shifter, two settings for the brake control and three settings for the engine brake management system. Catching my attention straight away was the acceleration and brake application meter, on the lower right corner. One small benefit of testing this bike on the street is that there are moments when you can look down at the dash and glance at what information or data is being presented to you.

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of Southern California and stretch of the Pacific Coastal Highway were not enough to really push the R1M to any degree of pressure. But it sure was fun as hell.

Perhaps, the feature that will receive the most praise is the entirely new cableless ride by wire Yamaha chip controlled throttle. It is exactly what it sounds like... The Accelerator Position with Sensor (ASPG) eliminates the need for throttle cables. It's not as simple as "twist and go", per se, but in the application for the rider, it is as "twist and go" as you can get. The ASPG operates as a magnetic sensor detects when the throttle is opened at the grip, then communicates with the throttle bodies. The result is consistent and a damn near effortless throttle response.

You twist the throttle, she moves. The transaction is smooth and direct. At speed, quick-shifting through gears, there is a nuance of a different engagement with the throttle, but I chalked it up to memories and habits of riding with a standard cable throttle assembly. The application of ASPG for street riding is sheer enjoyment. But in a track environment, ASPG's potential is massive.

Considering all of the 2020's new or revamped components and elements, I thought to myself as I began my ride, that I had no business taking this weapon out on a street cruise. It just did not seem practical. I thought for sure that its performance would be hindered by low gears and mostly midrange revs. Of course, I was hell-bent on finding some bits where I could let her stretch her legs and I was successful. But for the most part, I don't think that I got her out of third gear. Regardless, I quickly learned that I was wrong to discredit the potential pleasure that R1M would provide in the streets.

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THE ACCELERATOR POSITION WITH SENSOR (ASPG) ELIMINATES THE NEED FOR THROTTLE CABLES. IT'S NOT AS SIMPLE AS "TWIST AND GO", PER SE, BUT IN THE APPLICATION FOR THE RIDER, IT IS AS "TWIST AND GO" AS YOU CAN GET.

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THE FIRST RIDE: YAMAHA'S 2020 YZF-R1M the light... The non-biting, yet firm braking as I rolled to a stop at the intersections (the unified brake system from the prior model years is no longer)... This was an intimate engagement with the bike, that I often miss when on larger press outings. The opportunity to slow down and ascertain as much as I can from the product is overlooked and underrated.

It was at the Bolsa Chica State Beach where I was slightly able to open her up, throw her into a few corners and give some consideration to the Ohlins ERS set up on what I will refer to an "access road." I was by no means moving at a pace to effectively apply pressure to the R1M's electronic front forks and rear shock but the components are proper race bits. The list of features that the R1M is composed of are plentiful, ranging from the effective application for the street to the competitive racer's edge. The R1M has a WIFI communication control unit (CCU) that, when used in connection with Yamaha's mobile phone applications (Y-TRAC and YRC Setting) allows you to make adjustments to several settings, in addition to tracking the bike's position via GPS and log data using the recorded information from the IMU, ECU, and GPS. The question of what is practical or where a bike, particularly a liter biker, should be ridden is all relative. The 2020 Yamaha YZF-R1M, while designed, and engineered for the track, is right at home in the streets, canyons, backroads, etc. After all, the R1M comes with turn signals, brake and LED headlights, not to mention mirrors.

These DOT required components can quickly be removed so that the R1M can quickly be converted into its track appropriate persona, or alter ego.

That seems pretty damn practical to me.

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GRID NEWS

JOHANN ZARCO ONBOARD WITH DUCATI FOR THE 2020 SEASON. Johann Zarco will join Tito Rabat in 2020 at the Ducati satellite team Reale Avinita Racing. Zarco finished the 2019 season as part of the LCR Honda Idemitsu team, after parting ways with KTM midseason.

With this announcement, all seats for the 2020 MotoGP grid have been filled.

"I am very pleased to officially announce my signature with Ducati for the 2020 season in the MotoGP category in the Reale Avintia Racing Team. My left ankle is recovering well, I can enjoy now my wintertime having rest with family and training again very soon!" - Johann Zarco.

HENRY WILES SIGNS WITH RICHIE MORRIS RACING AND HONDA FOR THE 2020 AFT SINGLES CHAMPIONSHIP. Henry Wiles has won 19 of the 38 single-cylinder engines race that has competed in from 2009 through 2016. In fact, Wiles is AFT's all-time winningest TT racer, ranking 11th in career wins with 30 first place finished, earning the title King Henry.

King Henry is poised to return to the AFT Singles championship in 2020, teaming up with American Honda and Richie Morris Racing. Wiles will ride a Honda CRF450R, with teammate Cole Zabala, a young rider that has earned five top-10 finishes in the 2019 AFT singles class.

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ANDREA IANNONE BENCHED FOR ALLEGED ANTI-DOPING VIOLATIONS The FIM has announced the provisional suspension of Andrea Iannone following a test indicating a "non-specified substance" in his urine. The test was completed by a WADA accredited laboratory in Germany. The Aprilia Racing Team Gresini rider was tested in November during an "in competition test" during the Malaysian round in Sepang. Pursuant to Article 7.9.1 of the 2019 FIM Anti-doping Code (CAD), a provisional suspension is mandatory, in effect from December 17, 2019, until further notice.

Iannone has the right to both request and to attend the analysis of his sample, as well as request that his provisional suspension be lifted.

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THE PRESS ROOM: GRID NEWS TEAM HAMMER TAKES THE REIGNS FOR SUZUKI'S MOTOAMERICA RACING EFFORTS Suzuki and Team Hammer have announced their partnership, making Team Hammer the official Suzuki road racing team for the 2020 MotoAmerica season. Team Hammer's race card will now include the Superbike and Stock 1000 classes, in addition to their continued efforts in the Supersport and Twins Cup classes.

Suzuki and Yoshimura conclude their 40 plus year partnership, however, Yoshimura still plans on playing a pivotal role in marketing as well as research and development for Suzuki.

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While the two pilots for the newly formed Team Hammer Suzuki have yet to be announced, a large question mark looms over the 2020 seats for the riders of the defunct Yoshimura Suzuki Team, Josh Herrin and Toni Elias.

Herrin, a proven champion, and fan-favorite is arguably MotoAmerica's most vocal and visible asset, via social and direct media.

Elias, also a former champion is equally notable for his passion and the goodwill and energy that he has contributed to the overall spirit of the series. It seems most likely that they both will find seats for the 2020 season, but in today's climate, nothing is a sure shot.

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THE GRID

MOTOGP WITH B.T.

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SU'PER OCHO!

MARVELOUS MARC LEAVES NO DOUBT WHO THE CHAMPION AS HE WINS A THRILLER AT THE THAI GP

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FABIO QUARTARARO

I'LL START THIS piece by apologizing to fans of Moto3 and Moto2. Congratulations to Albert Arenas and Luca Marini for their victories and championships in their respective classes. It was a dog fight until the final round in Valencia.

This article is about one man and one man only, Marc Marquez and as well it should be! What he has done this season so far is simply mindboggling, especially considering the level of talent that lines up every week on the MotoGP grid!

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had only one DNF! And the one DNF was not his fault, it was a problem with the bike! That's like Superman walking into the League of Justice and whooping everybody's ass and the only time he got beat was when he was drunk and fell into a swimming pool and a sober Aquaman was waiting for him. Marquez is simply on another mental level than his competitors. Take, for example, FP1 on Friday morning. Marquez suffered a huge high side that was so scary that Marquez admitted later that he couldn't breathe for five seconds. A crash that resulted in Marquez being forced, I repeat forced to go to the hospital.

I say forced because immediately after the crash, his level of mental toughness.

Marquez, despite being loopy like Lucy, wanted to go back to his garage and get back on his It was at this time I believe that his only competition second bike! This is the mentality of a champion! for the championship, Andreas Dovizioso was mentally defeated! While Marc can be beaten This is a man who only needed two points to on the track, in final turn thrillers, he won't be clinch the championship. He didn't need to beaten mentally. He will simply wear you down risk it. He has four more races if this weekend throughout a season. You might beat him here or didn't work, but this is no ordinary man. This there but over a season? Through Crashes that is Marc Marquez! After being cleared by the would sideline an NFL footballer, Marquez simply doctors, Marquez was back in time for FP2 and compartmentalizes the pain. It is there, you see it immediately set the fastest time of the session on in his body language, trying to disguise it like a his first run. That alone tells you who he is and drunk at a DUI checkpoint. But he never mentions DECEMBER 2019 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | 49

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THE GRID: MOTOGP WITH B.T. it, never giving it importance as an excuse. He the golden age of MotoGP. Between Marquez, simply goes about his business. When other riders Rossi, and Lorenzo alone there are 22 world try to get in his head what does he do, "He does championships! But who will challenge this king? his talking on the track" as he famously has said.

As much as I love Rossi, the Champ has seen The Thai GP. Marquez's first match-point. Some his better days and I see next year as being his suggested Marquez would delay winning the last. Also, I see Dovi hanging up his leathers next championship until Motegi, home of Honda and year. He's done all he can and it's still not enough do it on home soil... But like I said, this is Marc and he's in his mid-thirties. Maverick Vinales Marquez, injured or not, this guy eats pressure is an interesting case study. He'll lead testing, for breakfast like Fruity Pebbles! practices, qualifying but come race day, he's like a deadbeat dad at Christmas, nowhere to On race day, it seemed only one man could be found. Vinales gets it together, he could easily possibly stop the Marquez Train form rolling and challenge for the championship, but that's easier it was not Desmo Dovi. It was French rookie, Fabio said than done. Alex Rins is smooth as butter on Quartararo, in P1. For 26 Laps, Fabulous Fabio a linoleum surface... When he finishes races. If put up a valiant fight, expanding his lead to over he does that and he will have a legit shot at the a second at one point. Dovi was fourth, where championship. he would finish. Championship... Over. Marquez was Champion for the eighth time. No need to This leads us to the People's Champ, Fabio push. Get your podium, Marc. Let the rookie get Quartararo. Quartararo is young at the age his maiden win cherry popped. But this is Marc of 20. He was supposed to be the next Rossi Marquez and that's not how the Champ does it. when he was coming up and now it seems Marquez had to let this rookie know who the man these predictions seem to be coming to fruition. is. For 26 laps, Marquez stalked his prey like a Marquez seems to have found a rival! Someone lion on the Serengeti, waiting for the perfect time to look over his shoulder or at the timing sheets. to pounce. That time came on lap 25 on the back Quartararo seems to ready for the challenge straight. Marquez used the grunt of his Honda to and quite frankly, so are GP fans. I want to see pass Fabio and held off the rook at the last corner last lap battles and judging by Fabio's hatred of in a thrilling victory that left Fabio frustrated and losing antics, things should get quite tasty in the Marquez staking his claim as the dominant rider coming seasons. of the last decade!

But one thing is for certain. Take a long look and The Future? Where do Marc and MOTOGP go appreciate what Marquez has done because it from here? The scary part of all this is that Marc will be a while before we see the likes of another is just now entering his prime. He is an eight-time rider like him. He single-handedly has Honda in World Champion, at 26! He is the youngest rider contention for the Constructors Title and Team to reach this milestone. He is one of only three Championship as a one-man wrecking machine riders who have six or more premier class titles! as his teammate, Five-Time World Champion is The list goes on and on like a broken record, but, trying to figure WTF is going on! how does this bode for GP? Marc Marquez! This rider, sometimes journalist, The list of talented riders is long in MotoGP, most MotoGP fan, as well as the entire staff of SBI of the riders are or were World Champions in salutes you and your excellence that will not be one class at one time. Some say this may be duplicated for many seasons to come!

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THE GRID: ON THE COME UP

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2019 Tsukuba Circuit ST600 season ranking 1st. 2019 Twin Ring Motegi ST600 season ranking 5th. First non-Japanese champion at Tsukuba Circuit.

GOALS: To be the first American champion at the AllJapan Road Race Championship in over 20 years. To be the first Ghanaian national to participate in World Superbike.

To be the first Ghanaian national to participate in Moto2 and MotoGP. DEFINE YOUR PASSION IN ONE SENTENCE: My passion is to use my diverse background and engineering experience to help rejuvenate racing in Japan, whilst providing inspiration for black, mixed, and other minorities in Japan and worldwide.

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THE STRAIGHT LINE: ON THE COME UP

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THE REV LIMITER: ON THE COME UP

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ASSOCIATIONS/SERIES: Orlando Alliance, MRA (2015-2018) ACCOMPLISHMENTS: I learned idle on my R6 and 636, circles on my Grom and Z125, wheelied many bikes! When I raced I placed 2nd overall in Ladies of the Rockies two years. A few top 5 finishes and a 1st in LOR. GOALS: Circle combos, jump to tank tricks, scrape foot drag.

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IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS: THE MIDSECTION ANYONE WHO HAS spent time in the gym knows the importance of building a strong core.

In addition to injury prevention and the ability to produce more powerful movements, training the core has been shown to have a tremendous effect on sports performance. During my research on this topic, I ran across the quote below, which I felt had a direct application to motorcycle road racing and the topic for this month's article.

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the upper body as a counterbalance for the movements beneath your feet. In other words, they control your balance and essentially keep you on your feet in changing environments." Bodybuilding.com, Andre Farnell, July 2010 Many road racing and track riding coaches focus on teaching proper body position on the motorcycle in order to help their students progressively improve their individual riding skills. A key part of this process is to help riders understand how to support their body weight using the muscles in their lower body. Once this goal is achieved, riders experience the benefits of increased dexterity with the controls, improved

front, and rear traction and significantly greater this means, sit in a chair and straighten your back until your ab muscles are fully extended. This feedback from the handlebars. action will make you sit tall in the chair, and will The quote above talks about how the core of effectively put a "reverse curve" in your lower spine the body acts as the epicenter of the muscular, and allows you to fully relax your stomach muscles. essentially linking the upper and lower body If someone were to push you in the chest from this during athletic movements (like riding a motorcycle position, you would not likely be able to regain on a racetrack). Without properly engaging your your balance before falling over in the chair. core, all of the potential advantages of supporting your lower body with your legs are lost. It is From this upright, abs-relaxed position, contract critically important that this important link in the your stomach muscles and allow yourself to slouch chain is allowed to stay engaged as we ride, in the chair. This position allows you to regain otherwise we will have no choice but to use our control of your upper body and gives you a arms to support our upper body weight and we "rounded back" from the base of your neck all the will not be able to take advantage of any of the way to the bottom of your spine. The contraction benefits mentioned above. of your abdomen stabilizes your upper body, yet allows you the full and relaxed use of your arms.

In order to engage the core muscles of the body This is the position that you should strive to achieve when on the track, riders must position themselves while riding. on the bike in such a way that their hips are able to roll under their torso. To better understand what In order to prevent the extension of a rider's ab DECEMBER 2019 | SPORTBIKESINCMAG.COM | 83

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IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS: THE MIDSECTION muscles and the subsequent breakdown of the chain of body control, it is important to position your torso in the correct position on the seat.

When riders slide to close to the fuel tank it tends to bring the upper torso into a more upright position, causing the "reverse curve" in the lower spine shown by the red arrow in the photo below.

Even though this rider is gripping the tank with his legs, providing support for his lower body, the extension of his core muscles disconnects his upper body from this base. The disconnection then requires this rider to support the weight of his upper body with his arms, causing a lack of traction, confidence, and feel.

differences in rider heights and the distance in reach from the fuel tank to the bars requiring a different placement on the seat for everyone.

Looking at the photo below of former AMA Superbike champion Josh Hayes, we can see that Josh has created a separation between his torso and the fuel tank. This is an important base for most riders. Of course, the amount of tank separation will vary from rider to rider. The

In my experience, a good starting point is to separate from the tank far enough that your outside leg contacts the tank at about mid-thigh. This provides good leverage to allow riders to transfer from side to side by pulling on the tank with this leg and allows riders to achieve the "rounded

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The keys to proper placement on the seat are found in striking a balance between moving back far enough to achieve a "rounded back" while staying forward enough with your shoulders to ensure the ability to move in any direction while leaned over. This position is one that is held throughout the majority of the turn (while there is a significant lean angle). It is important to note that this position definitely changes both while braking and under heavy acceleration.

back". The important check and balance on this rearward placement are that you should be able to fully manipulate the controls from lock to lock without straightening your arms or contacting the tank with your chest. If your arms ever reach the limit of their travel when you are riding, you have officially lost control. Riders need to strive to achieve the "rounded back" while ensuring that their arms are always bent and relaxed all the way around the track.

you will find that photos taken mid-corner or under acceleration will almost always show evidence of the rounded back. Many riders, especially those on high powered race machines, will slide forward on acceleration to help keep the front wheel on the ground, but look closely at the midcorner body positions of riders like Marquez, Rossi, and Dovizioso and you will be able to see the tank separation, rounded back and outer leg stabilization that we mentioned in this article.

We may not be able to emulate everything that these great riders do, but the achievement of proper mid-corner body position that keeps the link between our upper and lower body is an achievable goal for all.

Of course, there are always exceptions to the rule when it comes to riding style. If you look at photos of top riders from around the world, there are always a couple of riders who seem to be able to turn out fast laps with unconventional styles. However, if you look at a gallery of Until next time... Ride fast. Ride safe!

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FRICTION ZONE: FEMMEWALLA 2019

THERE'S NOTHING QUITE like watching the sun rising over the race track. The peaceful quiet of the morning, the excitement stirring for the day ahead, the beautiful colors reflecting off your freshly polished bike. There aren't few things that get me more excited than a track day, except of course for one very special day every December, the annual female-only track day at Chuckwalla Valley Raceway: Femmewalla!

An event like none other, with more colorful bikes, suits, and ponytails flying out of helmets than any other track day, it's no wonder that female riders from all over the country look forward to it each year. Femmewalla got its start nine years ago when Chuckwalla Valley Raceway owner and female racer Aimee Grana requested that she and 2 of her closest friends Melissa Paris and Jen Dunstan could turn some testosterone free laps after the monthly SoCal Track Days events. The ladies enjoyed the track time so much that Grana began to organize annual women-only track events that focus on creating a supportive, safe, and non-intimidating way for female riders to experience the race track.

Featuring three separate riding groups (beginner, intermediate, and advanced) ladies from all levels and backgrounds of riding enjoy the event. One attendee, Savannah Jaska, even boasted that the event offers a much more respectful, patient, and often less pressured track day event than co-ed ones. "Femmewalla is a day where women get to experience the track, grow and celebrate accomplishments in the sport. Above all, I’m so thankful for the people out there, men and women alike, who support female riders and racers, and push them to be just as good if not better than the men out there, and this event proves that! There wasn't one single red flag (crash) all day. When does that ever happen?!"

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FRICTION ZONE: FEMMEWALLA 2019 (L TO R) JEN DUNSTAN, BROOKE KUHLMAN, AND MELISSA PARIS

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Femmewalla has some pretty amazing perks for all the ladies attending. 2-UP rides with AMA champion and FIM World Endurance champion, Jason Pridmore, one-on-one on-track instruction from Racers Edge Performance owner and Pro AMA road racer, Dale Kieffer, trackside suspension services by AJ of Paradigm Racing, on track photography services by Caliphotography, and free demo rides on the brand new fleet of Yamahas offered by the Yamaha Champions Riding School. And to top it all off, the event closes with a lovely catered dinner just before the much-anticipated raffle with prizes that range from t-shirts, free track days, free days at well-known riding schools, new tires, all the way to up to a set of new custom leathers.

All proceeds of the event go to an amazing charity, The Unforgettables Foundation which offers assistance to families that have lost a child. The organization holds a very special place in the Grana family's heart after tragedy struck them in 2008 when their 2-year-old daughter was killed in a car accident, and the financial burden of building the raceway left them without a way to pay for burial expenses. The Unforgettables Foundation helped the family navigate a devastating time in their lives as well as fund the cremation and memorial services, so it was an easy decision to hold Femmewalla in honor of baby Jessica and support such a worthy cause. Since the inception of Femmewalla, the Granas have raised over $45,000 for the foundation each year attendance at the event continues to grow. The 2020 event is sure to not disappoint, for more information check out www.Femmewalla.com. .

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ACCOSSATO • DUCATI HYPERMOTARD 950 QUICK-TURN FUEL CAP Loved by racers in a hurry, quick-action Accossato fuel caps for the Ducati Hypermotard 950 SP sportbikes feature a keyless and quick-turn release for fast fueling. Simply push down the twist-handle and turn counterclockwise to open. Anodized black base with optional color caps in black, blue, red, green, or gold.

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VOODOO MOTO • MINI MEG 4 INTO 1 EXHAUST SYSTEM FOR THE SUZUKI GSXR 1000

Now available for the Suzuki GSXR 1000, model years 2017 through 2020, the Mini Meg system from Voodoo Moto offers a premium boost in performance without breaking the bank. With a 4 into 1 composition, this full system race exhaust features a full stainless steel construction.

The system is only available in black but there are color options for the machined billet endcap.

Price: $739.94 Contact: www.voodoomoto.com

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THE NEW ISH REV'IT! • BELLAFONTE LADIES JACKET With a fully waterproof, breathable hydratex membrane incorporated, this female specific fit jacket will keep riders dry at all times. The detachable thermal liner will keep things toasty when left in, but once taken out, the jacket becomes suitable for warmer conditions.

Equipped with SEESMART protectors at the shoulders and elbows, there is the option to upgrade the protection side of things by installing a SEESOFT CElevel 2 back protector insert. Two slit pockets and two inner pockets allow for enough storage to bring your essentials, and the easily adjustable aerodynamic hood carries the waterproof characteristics of the jacket straight onto the sidewalk.

Sizes: XS - XXL Price: TBA Contact: www.revitsport.com

ALPINESTARS • MM93 WAIST BAG

This water-resistant handy waist bag is constructed from a durable, hardwearing material ideal for the safe storage of essential items. Featuring a 2.5L capacity, a zipped main compartment for quick and easy access to your money, camera, sunglasses etc and small expansion pocket boosts capacity. The MM93 Waist bag comes with an adjustable belt for quick and easy use. Made from tough, durable fabric complete with sturdy zippers.

Price: 99.95 Contact: www.alpinestars.com WOODCRAFT-CFM • GEN III DUAL TEMP TIRE WARMERS

The Woodcraft-CFM Gen 3 Tire Warmers now come in sizes to perfectly fit bikes with a 130-150 series rear tire such as the Ninja 300, Yamaha R3, KTM RC390 or any bike running that range rear tire size. These tire warmers feature all the same great qualities that you expect from a Woodcraft tire warmer, just in a smaller package.

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MOTION PRO • 14MM PRO PLUG SOCKET The Pro Plug Socket features an extremely thin wall design and easily slip into deep well engine heads to gain access to the spark plug. Spark plugs are well retained and easily removed via the unique retention system designed into the Pro Plug Socket. When installing and removing spark plugs, the Pro Plug Socket can be driven in multiple ways, easily slip a 17 mm wrench over the top hex feature, use a rod via the through-hole, or use a ratchet with the 3/8” square drive.

Price: $28.99 Contact: www.motionpro.com

HOTBODIES RACING • KAWASAKI ZX6R 2019 FENDER ELIMINATOR Kawasaki came back with a bang, re-introducing the legendary Ninja ZX6R in 2019. The ultimate sportbike competitor will feel the dominate performance both on the street and race track. This Tag Bracket fender eliminator kit is specifically designed to replace your stock mud flap using your original mounting position. This Tag Bracket also features a LED license plate light to keep your plate visible.

All mounting hardware is provided.

Price: $59.95 Contact: www.hotbodiesracing.com TWO BROTHERS RACING • CAN-AM RYKER S1R SLIP-ON SYSTEM The Two Brothers Ryker exhaust system was developed to surpass what is offered on the market today. Engineered to compliment the quality and performance of Can-Am's products, this handcrafted system delivers unparalleled sound and performance for the ultimate race experience. The system features a stainless steel construction, Teflon coated magnesium end cap, and an aluminum CNC machined outlet. When installed, the tunable exhaust will shave 17 pounds off of the total weight when compared to the stock system.

Price: $599.98 Contact: www.twobros.com

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THE NEW ISH: FEATURED ITEM SCORPION EXO • EXO-R1 AIR FABIO QUARTARARO REPLICA HELMET Regardless of where you tear it up; track, canyon, or urban wasteland, the Scorpion EXO-R1 Air was designed, engineered and tested to meet the demands of Moto GP® and World Superbike® racing, while providing features that benefit every rider! The EXO-R1 Air Fabio Quartararo replica helmet will be Limited Edition (only 500 in North America) and uniquely numbered. The helmet ships with 2D Pinlock-Ready Clear face shield with Tear-Off Posts (installed) and 2D Pinlock-Ready Dark Smoke face shield with Tear-Off Posts.

Sizes: XS - XXL Price: $459.95 Contact: http://scorpionusa.com

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