This Week in Powersports Racing – The week of February 16, 2025

This week in US powersports racing.

Cooper Webb Takes Detroit Supercross and Ties Points Chase

Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing’s Cooper Webb grabbed the win in a thrilling Detroit Supercross at Ford Field. Webb’s first win of the season put the two-time champion into a point tie for the title just six races into the 17-round Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship.

The Detroit Supercross delivered thrilling and unpredictable racing to a packed stadium at Ford Field. Both the 450SX and 250SX Class Main Events came down to the final laps with multiple late-race lead changes.

Progressive Insurance ECSTAR Suzuki’s Ken Roczen jumped into the lead on the first lap and led the field for most of the 20-minute plus one lap Main Event. He defended several attacks by Webb throughout the race but gave up the top spot in the final minutes. Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Chase Sexton got stuck in the starting gate then crashed on the opening lap, but from there he put in blistering laps and passed his way up to a third-place finish. Sexton retains the red plate but now stands in a point tie with Cooper Webb in both the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship and the SMX World Championship™. In round two of the Eastern Divisional 250SX Class, Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki’s Levi Kitchen nabbed the win after a late-race re-start tightened up the field.

First place 450SX Class

“I really liked where I was by lap three, when I got around Aaron [Plessinger] and was with Kenny. I knew he was riding well today so it was going to be a good pace, and we had some good laps… He felt the pressure and rode well all through the Main Event. I was trying hard, and he picked up on some of my lines. It was a tough Main Event… I’ve been in that position before and it felt great. I’m stoked to get that first win, get the red plate. It just felt awesome.” – Cooper Webb, when asked at what point he felt he had the win.

Second place 450SX Class

“It was a really fun race… I kept my cool the whole time even though he was revving behind me. I didn’t let anything faze me. I know the stigma of when we go to battle and him getting me toward the end, but I just tried to do what I could; it’s honest work… I’m happy with a podium, I really am, even though we only got two points closer [to the points lead], I’m doing whatever I can out there and we’re executing our plans that we have coming into the [racing].” – Ken Roczen

Third place 450SX Class

“I was dead last, and I was like, ‘Well, time to send it!’ I felt like I rode really well; probably the best ride of the season, but it’s obviously not the result we wanted. But I made the most of a bad situation… I was smashing the whoops and that’s more like it for me. I’m looking forward to keeping this season going; that ride was fun.” – Chase Sexton (#4 in photo above)

The 250SX Class created excitement of its own when a red flag came out late in the race. Levi Kitchen, running seven seconds behind the leader in second place, used incredible sprint speed to take over the lead just two laps before the checkered flag came out. Prior to the re-start, last weekend’s winner, Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing’s Max Anstie, grabbed the lead early and pulled out a comfortable gap. After several side-by-side racing moments with Kitchen in the final laps, Anstie eventually settled for second. Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s RJ Hampshire fought into third place, even recovering from a fall. Hampshire tried to capitalize on the staggered-start re-start but wasn’t able to better his spot.

Note: The AMA’s re-start procedure after a red flag was updated prior to the 2024 season. The rule states that if the leader has completed at least three laps, and if there is any time remaining on the race clock, the riders line up in a staggered-position on the start straight. A green flag re-starts the race, and the remaining race duration will be, at minimum, three laps.

First place 250SX Class

“Max rode so good in the beginning of that event… then the red flag came out and I was like, ‘It’s time to reset and I can capitalize on this.’ I took a few deep breaths and just treated it like I was doing a two-lap sprint at Sandbox [Training Facility]. I sent it, made a pretty aggressive pass, and was able to get that [triple jump] out of the turn and got a little gap. We’ll take that. I had to bounce back after last weekend… [After the re-start] I knew it was [going to be] green flag, white flag, checkers, so I tried to plan to get a pass and get some room, and that’s what I did.” – Levi Kitchen

Second place 250SX Class

“That red flag threw a bit of a spanner into the plan there. I was in a tough spot, because I knew Levi was fast, and the track was quite open. There were a lot of places to send it down the inside, and I would have done the same thing… I had it in the bag. I was literally cruising around the last two laps, and then the red flag [came out]. It is what it is. Big picture: I’m solid, I feel really good, I’m fast, I’m comfy where I’m at so, yeah, what a bummer.” – Max Anstie

Third place 250SX Class

“We needed a podium so bad after last weekend. There was no one that pulled a worse card than me last weekend [getting the bike stuck on a track marker]… We came up with a pretty good setting for that Main Event and that’s the best I felt all day. We’ll take it. If you noticed, on the re-start I was hanging back a little bit. I didn’t want to throw it away for no reason.” – RJ Hampshire

Bidding has opened for two golf-foursome spots in the 2^nd Annual Love Moto Stop Cancer Golf Tournament. Winners will golf with Supercross racers, legends, and industry professionals then receive a VIP treatment experience at the Supercross season Final in Salt Lake City, Utah on May 10^th. For information, to bid, and to learn more about St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, please go to SupercrossLIVE.com/st-jude.

Nothing beats attending a Monster Energy AMA Supercross in person, but live viewing is also available everywhere across the globe. Each event streams live and on-demand on Peacock. Additionally, select events can be viewed on NBC, CNBC, USA Network, and NBC Sports digital platforms. CNBC airs an encore presentation of each round on the Monday following the race at 1:00p.m. ET. A live Spanish-language presentation is available for every round on Telemundo Deportes’ Facebook and YouTube channels. Live International coverage can be accessed through the SuperMotocross Video Pass (supermotocross.tv) in English, Spanish and French language broadcasts. Races can also be heard live on NBC Sports Audio on SiriusXM Channel 85.

AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas hosts Round 7 next Saturday night, February 22^nd. The Military Appreciation-themed event will bring back the Western Divisional 250SX Class Championship for its fifth round, and both the 450SX and 250SX Class racers will face their second Triple Crown-formatted event of the year. Like each Supercross race, the event will pay championship points toward both the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship as well as the SMX World Championship series. Tickets are available now for the Arlington Supercross and each remaining round of the championships, including FanFest and camping options for the post-season SMX World Championship events. For video highlights, race schedules, results, news, and to purchase tickets please go to SupercrossLIVE.com.

SPIRITED RIDE EARNS RED BULL KTM’S CHASE SEXTON DETROIT PODIUM FINISH

DETROIT,  Mich. – Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Chase Sexton put in a spirited performance during Round 6 of the 2025 AMA Supercross Championship, charging from last place on the opening lap of the Main Event to finish in third position on the podium.

Sexton powered his KTM 450 SX-F FACTORY EDITION to the top of the 450SX Class qualifying timesheets for the second successive round, notching pole position with a 47.353 laptime around the indoor Ford Field layout.

Continuing the momentum in his Heat Race, Sexton rocketed out of the gates and crossed the stripe behind teammate Aaron Plessinger, making it a Red Bull KTM Factory Racing 1-2 during the opening laps. Sexton would eventually make a pass on his teammate, and breeze to the Heat Race victory.

The Main Event didn’t get off to the best of starts for Sexton, who mistimed the gate and was held up whilst the field took off. However, in true championship form, the former red plate-holder clawed his way through the field, never giving up as he surged to third place to maintain the joint series lead.

Chase Sexton: “It wasn’t a win, although sometimes these are the ones that stick with you more because you put so much heart and fight into it. These types of rides mean a lot, even though it wasn’t a win, it was the best that I could do tonight.”

It was another holeshot for ‘The Cowboy’ in the Main Event, who held tough at the front of the 450SX Class during the early stages. Feeling the effects of being under the weather at around the halfway mark, Plessinger would finish his night in Detroit with P9.

Aaron Plessinger:  “I felt pretty good all day on the bike in Detroit, although off the bike wasn’t ideal. My chest was burning a bit, and it was a struggle. Holeshot the Heat Race, led the race and then got fourth. Same deal with the Main Event, I holeshot, led early on, and ended up finishing in ninth. We’ll go back, recover, and come out swinging in Arlington.”

Defending 250SX East Class Champion Tom Vialle opened his Detroit weekend by recording the fourth-fastest qualifying time onboard the KTM 250 SX-F FACTORY EDITION, before racing to fifth place in his Heat Race after a minor mishap.

A mid-field start for Vialle in the Main Event had the Frenchman’s work cut out for him, as he steadily made his way forward throughout the duration of the race. In a solid performance, Vialle finished with a fourth-place finish in Round 2 of the Eastern Division.

Tom Vialle: “I finished fourth in Detroit, very close to the podium. We had a great Main Event, started around position six or seven, came back to third, and then they red-flagged the race toward the end. I ended up with fourth, although we’re going in the right direction – the speed is good, and we’ll get ready for Daytona in two weeks.”

Next Race: February 22 – Arlington, Texas

Results 450SX Class – Detroit
1. Cooper Webb (Yamaha)
2. Ken Roczen (Suzuki)
3. Chase Sexton (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing)
4. Malcolm Stewart (Husqvarna)
7. Justin Barcia (GASGAS)
9. Aaron Plessinger (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing)
10. Justin Hill (KTM)
18. Kevin Moranz (KTM)
20. Anthony Rodriguez (KTM)

Standings 450SX Class 2025 after 6 of 17 rounds
1. Chase Sexton, 121 points
2. Cooper Webb, 121
3. Ken Roczen, 105
5. Malcolm Stewart, 95
7. Justin Barcia, 83
10. Justin Hill, 69
13. Aaron Plessinger, 53

Results 250SX East Class – Detroit
1. Levi Kitchen (Kawasaki)
2. Max Anstie (Yamaha)
3. RJ Hampshire (Husqvarna)
4. Tom Vialle (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing)
14. Gage Linville (KTM)
20. Ayden Shive (KTM)

Standings 250SX East Class 2025 after 2 of 10 rounds
1. Max Anstie, 47 points
2. Levi Kitchen, 38
3. Tom Vialle, 35
14. Gage Linville, 18
25. Ayden Shive, 2

XC1 OPEN PRO CLASS VICTORY FOR FMF KTM FACTORY RACING’S BEN KELLEY AT BIG BUCK GNCC

FMF KTM Factory Racing rider Ben Kelley raced to the XC1 Open Pro Class victory at Round 1 of the 2025 Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) Series in Union, South Carolina, as teammate Mateo Oliveira found success at Round 2 of the AMA West Hare Scrambles (WHS) in picking up the Pro Class win.

GRAND NATIONAL CROSS COUNTRY SERIES – ROUND 1

In a treacherous opening encounter for the 2025 GNCC Series, former champion Kelley returned to the winner’s circle after a challenging 2024 season due to injury, beginning his championship conquest in exceptional fashion.

Amidst a muddy, slick and rut-lined circuit, Kelley displayed patience and speed aboard his KTM 350 XC-F, with the conditions proving the ultimate test for the nation’s top riders. After the five laps, it was the number 530 who reigned supreme in the XC1 Open Pro Class.

Ben Kelley: “The conditions today were super muddy, rutty and slippery. You needed to ride measured, not push too hard and get stuck, while not being too careful and getting caught. I was a bit cautious at the beginning and that created a long day battling the XC2 boys, but overall I am content. I had a good off-season, I’m feeling good, so I’m ready for the heat in Florida.”

Defending GNCC Champion Johnny Girroir had a more difficult day at the office, falling shortly after capturing the all-important holeshot on board his KTM 350 XC-F. With a couple more mishaps characterizing his day, Girroir chalks Round 1’s seventh-place XC1 finish up to bad luck and is ready to rebound at Round 2.

Johnny Girroir: “I had a good race going when I pulled the holeshot, but then tucked the front and flipped over the bars while leading. Not ideal, then Jordan [Ashburn] got stuck on a hill, I bumped his rear tire, and then it was me that was stuck. Just some bad luck here today, so we’ll get them at the next one.”

The Big Buck GNCC Overall was headed by a trio of XC2 250 Pro Class riders, with FMF KTM Factory Racing Team Landers’ Gus Riordan earning not only third-place in class, but the Australian would also power his KTM 250 XC-F to third position in terms of the Overall.

Angus Riordan: “It was a cool day today, being at the front of the field. I was looking at the pit board and I knew that we were in a decent spot because we passed a lot of the XC1 riders, but then to be P3 was awesome. My start wasn’t too bad, but on that opening lap I went down and was like, ‘You’ve got to be kidding me!’ I charged hard, came through the field and am stoked to start the championship like this.”

Teammate and defending XC2 250 Pro Class Champion Grant Davis was running up-front until the final lap of the race, before problems encountered late in the race would relegate the number 1 plate-holder to fourth position in class.

Grant Davis: “It was going well until it wasn’t out here today. I lost a lot of time on the last lap, maybe six or seven minutes, and that took us from second to fourth. Happy to salvage a fourth place in these conditions, and we’ll get after it in Florida.”

FMF KTM Factory Racing Team Landers WXC Class contender Brandy Richards was also on-track in Union, commencing her 2025 title tilt with a fourth-place finish onboard her KTM 250 XC-F. It was a consistent result in challenging conditions to begin the series.

Brandy Richards: “Round 1 of GNCC didn’t quite go as expected. We had rain leading up to the weekend and also a lot of rain Sunday morning, which made the track treacherous. I had a decent start, picked some bad lines in the first few miles and fell back a little, but moved my way back up after that. I was battling in the top three until the last lap, getting stuck for a few minutes in a section and pushing me back to fourth. I’m happy with how well I rode in the mud, just need to tidy a couple of things up for the next one.”

XC1 Open Pro Class Results
1. Ben Kelley, FMF KTM Factory Racing
2. Lyndon Snodgrass, Husqvarna
3. Michael Witkowski, Honda
7. Johnny Girroir, FMF KTM Factory Racing
8. Jordan Ashburn, GASGAS
13. Craig DeLong, Husqvarna

XC2 250 Pro Class Results
1. Nicholas Defeo, Kawasaki
2. Josh Toth, Kawasaki
3. Angus Riordan, FMF KTM Factory Racing Team Landers
4. Grant Davis, FMF KTM Factory Racing Team Landers
8. Jason Tino, GASGAS

WXC Class Results
1. Rachael Archer, Kawasaki
2. Shelby Turner, GASGAS
3. Korie Steede, Husqvarna
4. Brandy Richards, FMF KTM Factory Racing Team Landers

WEST HARE SCRAMBLES – ROUND 2

FMF KTM Factory Racing’s Mateo Oliveira captured the Pro Class victory at Round 2 of the AMA West Hare Scrambles (WHS) series in Lake Isabella, California, producing a convincing result by leading seven of the 11 laps completed.

Equipped with his KTM 450 XC-F, Oliveira completed the opening laps in second place, before the young Californian took control of the lead on lap four, which is a position he would hold all the way until the checkered flag.

Mateo Oliveira: “It was a good day today, finally a P1 result! This has been a long time coming, I holeshotted the race and then made a couple of mistakes slipping into second. At about the hour mark, the leader had some issues and I was able to slip into the lead. It was a very physical day after busting some knuckles and my clutch finger on Wednesday.”

Pro Class Results
1. Mateo Oliveira, FMF KTM Factory Racing
2. Giacomo Redondi, Kawasaki
3. Ivan Ramirez, KTM

SEVENTH-PLACE SCORE FOR JUSTIN BARCIA IN DETROIT AFTER CONSISTENT RIDE

Rockstar Energy GASGAS Factory Racing’s Justin Barcia delivered a share of speed and consistency inside Detroit’s Ford Field for Round 6 of the 2025 AMA Supercross Championship, finishing the Main Event in seventh place and moving to seventh in the overall 450SX standings.

• Justin Barcia finishes Detroit Main Event in seventh position

• Experienced racer moves to seventh overall in 450SX point standings

• Arm tightness holding BAMBAM back from full potential

Laptimes were close in the 450SX qualifying sessions on the tight Ford Field layout, with Barcia setting the 11th-fastest time aboard his GASGAS MC 450F Factory Edition.

In the second Heat Race of the event, BAMBAM powered his way into the mix with the race leaders, banging bars early on as he found his way into the fifth position. The New York native would remain there for the remainder of the race, punching his ticket into the Main Event.

The number 51 got out of the gates to a mid-pack start in the Main Event, fighting amongst the top 10 positions for the majority of the race as he struggled with tightness in his arms. In true BAMBAM style, he never stopped charging, chasing down his rivals until the checkered flag flew.

Justin Barcia:  “I really liked Detroit! My starts were good today, I felt decent on the bike speed-wise, I’m just struggling a little bit still with tightness in my arms, and that’s limiting my intensity. It’s disapointing as we’re really close to the top-five and even the podium, so we’ll keep working to be better – further up is where we know we can be!”

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna’s Korie Steede races to podium in GNCC season-opener

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Korie Steede raced to a well-earned third-place WXC Class finish at the opening round of the 2025 Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) season in Union, South Carolina.

Entering her second year with the team, Steede impressed at this year’s season-opening round, braving the result of an overnight downpour to power her Husqvarna FC 250 to a convincing third-place finish in the rain-soaked conditions.

“I got off to a really bad start,” reflected Steede. “Made my way into second or third, Brandy [Richards] and I were battling really hard out there. I got stuck a bunch of times after not choosing the ideal tire, especially at the end there. I’m relieved to finish on the podium as I had no idea where I was, so starting off like this is an excellent way to begin the season.”

Former GNCC Champion Craig DeLong experienced a difficult day out at the Big Buck, with a DNF concluding what was a challenging first round on his Husqvarna FX 350. Already shifting his sights to the next round, DeLong will be after redemption in Florida.

“I had a bad start, way in the back, and was pretty much last on the first lap,” DeLong recalled. “I had an issue from there, I ran into a tree, which broke the zip tie on my handguard, so I had to keep adjusting that. Fixed the issue, and then my handguard bolt was too tight and engaging the clutch, so I stopped and loosened that. Made up some positions from there, but ultimately it wasn’t to be. We’ll be looking for more at the next one.”

Husqvarna-equipped Lyndon Snodgrass posted a hard-fought second-place finish in the XC1 Open Pro Class at Big Buck, marking a consistent performance to open his campaign in Round 1.

XC1 Pro Class Results

1. Ben Kelley, KTM

2. Lyndon Snodgrass, Husqvarna

3. Michael Witkowski, Honda
7. Johnny Girroir, KTM
8. Jordan Ashburn, GASGAS 

13. Craig DeLong, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing

WXC Class Results

1. Rachael Archer, Kawasaki

2. Shelby Turner, GASGAS

3. Korie Steede, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing
4. Brandy Richards, KTM

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s RJ Hampshire rebounds for P3 in Detroit

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing rider RJ Hampshire returned to the 250SX East Class podium with third place at Round 6 of the 2025 AMA Supercross Championship in Detroit, on a night where teammate Malcolm Stewart impressed again with P4 in the 450SX Main Event.

Last year’s 250SX West Class Champion Hampshire charged to P5 in a tightly-contested qualifying session, before claiming third place in his Heat Race after climbing through the field.

Hampshire’s Husqvarna FC 250 Factory Edition got him off to a good jump in the Main Event, situating him inside the top-five early on in the race. Steadily stalking the leaders, the race would be turned on its head with a late red flag, and a subsequent three-lap dash to close out the 250SX Main Event.

Despite the chaos, Hampshire remained composed, going after points and a podium finish for P3, which has elevated him to eighth in the standings as a result.

“I didn’t feel great here in Detroit today,” commented Hampshire. “Not sure what it was, but just didn’t really gel, although I knew we needed to have a good points night tonight after last weekend. We had the opportunity for more there at the restart, although I played it pretty safe to get a third-place finish, bring it home with some good points and then go after it again in Daytona to get us back in this thing.”

Riding a wave of confidence after his first 450SX victory last weekend in Tampa, Stewart spent the 450SX qualifying session vying for a top position on the board, ultimately finishing with the fifth-fastest lap time.

Charging hard in his Heat Race, the Florida native battled his way into second place as he looked right at home at the head of the field, securing a strong gate selection for the upcoming Main Event.

A good start was on the cards for Stewart aboard his Husqvarna FC 450 Factory Edition as he circulated towards the front of the field early, logging consistent laps as the Ford Field track surface broke down. In a measured ride and backing up his performance from last weekend, he claimed a well-earned P4 finish.

“Detroit always treats me well,” reflected Stewart. “It’s one of those races where you don’t know how the track will be with the snow, but they do a great job with the dirt. My night was good, felt good on the track all day, and just settled into a groove in the Main Event in fifth place. Then I think Jason [Anderson] went down with a few laps to go and we got fourth, so all-in-all, I’m happy. I’m really motivated by this, to back up Tampa with a solid finish inside the top-five is great, now we want more podiums!”

Chance Hymas Scores Sixth-Place 250 Result at Detroit SX

Although temporarily down to just one rider, Honda HRC Progressive continued its 2025 AMA Supercross campaign this weekend in Detroit, with Chance Hymas representing the team in 250SX East. Despite a red flag with only seven seconds on the clock, followed by a staggered restart, Hymas delivered a solid performance, ultimately securing a sixth-place finish. Meanwhile, Honda’s satellite teams had decent showings across both classes.

The 250SX East Region main event saw Hymas work his way through the field after a mid-pack start. As the clock ticked down, a red flag brought the race to a halt, leading to a staggered restart, and Hymas maintained his position to finish sixth. Meanwhile, after taking the holeshot, Quadlock Honda Racing’s Carson Mumford ran up front early and went on to finish eighth. Storm Lake Honda Buddy Brooks Racing’s Henry Miller rounded out the top 10, with Phoenix Racing Honda’s Cullin Park in 11^th, and TiLube Honda’s Trevor Colip finishing 13th.

With both Jett and Hunter Lawrence sidelined due to injury, Honda HRC Progressive was absent from the 450SX class in Detroit. However, Phoenix Racing Honda’s Dylan Ferrandis led the charge for Honda, securing an eighth-place result. Quadlock Honda Racing’s Shane McElrath and Joey Savatgy were 12^th and 13^th, respectively.

NOTES

• Honda HRC Progressive’s Chance Hymas participated in Friday’s Media Day activities before hitting the track for practice sessions alongside his competitors.
• Temperatures were frigid in Detroit, with snow blanketing the outdoor pits. The teams primarily worked in a pit area inside the stadium, and no FanFest was held.
• Hymas qualified eighth in 250SX East morning qualifying, followed by Quad Lock Honda Racing’s Carson Mumford in ninth, Phoenix Racing Honda’s Cullin Park in 11^th, and Storm Lake Honda Buddy Brooks Racing’s Henry Miller in 13^th. TiLube Honda’s Ryder Floyd rounded out the top 15.
• In 450SX qualifying, Quadlock Honda Racing’s Joey Savatgy qualified seventh, with Phoenix Racing Honda’s Dylan Ferrandis eighth. Shane McElrath secured 13^th for Quadlock Honda Racing.
• Hymas finished second in 250SX heat 1, securing a direct transfer to the main event. In heat 2, Mumford took fourth, Park finished fifth, and Miller claimed sixth. Clark secured the final direct transfer spot to the main event, and TiLube Honda’s Trevor Colip made it through via the last-chance qualifier.
• Once again, Honda had more riders in the 250SX East main event than any other manufacturer, with six out of 22.
• In the 450SX heat 1, Ferrandis secured a spot in the main event with a fourth-place result. In heat 2, Savatgy and McElrath were sixth and seventh, respectively, both advancing to the main event.
• Next up, Honda HRC Progressive heads to Arlington, Texas, for round 7 of AMA Supercross, with FanFest and dealer activation resuming as normal.

ROCZEN SHINES AT DETROIT SUPERCROSS

Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan hosted round six of the Monster Energy AMA Supercross season with a rare daytime-run event. With snow falling outside, the enclosed stadium provided ideal racing conditions for the tight track that wound around the stadium floor.

Race Highlights:

• Progressive Insurance ECSTAR Suzuki
  • 450 Class
    • Ken Roczen posted a second-place result for the third time this season and moved into a top-three spot in the point standings.   
• Twisted Tea Suzuki Presented by Progressive Insurance
  • 450 Class
    • Colt Nichols delivered his season-best heat race and main event results.
    • Kyle Chisholm earned his season-best heat race result and moved up in the point standings.

Ken Roczen (94) rode strong from the start of the day, posting his season-best qualifying session and overall positions. In the main event, Roczen took over the lead and control of the race after an intense, early battle. Then Roczen and another rider, with Roczen in front, broke away from the pack to make it a two-rider fight. Roczen fended off repeated attacks, and with just over one minute remaining on the race clock Roczen found himself in a heightened, back-and-forth scuffle for the lead. At the checkered flag Ken Roczen crossed in second place, putting his Suzuki RM-Z450 on the podium for the fourth time in only six rounds and moving into the top three in the point standings.

“I knew I had to rebound quickly after [what happened in] Tampa or else it would be a drag. So I had to execute in Detroit, and I did that,” said Roczen. “It’s awesome being in it. I think this race was important for me and I’m happy with how it went. Everything is good and we still have a lot of racing to go.”

Colt Nichols (45) delivered his season-best heat race result for a direct transfer into the main. Nichols emerged from the first corner of the main event well back in the pack. Nichols put his head down and clicked off consistent, fast laps and progressed toward the top-ten. With his performance at the Detroit Supercross, Nichols took sole control of his place in the points and showed signs of his pre-season track speed that he is working back toward after some early-season setbacks.

“It was a better weekend for me in Detroit,” reported Nichols. “We figured out a little adjustment with the bike set-up for the main event. I felt more comfortable and rode it into a P11. I need a better start to get in the mix earlier but I’m trending the right direction.”

Kyle Chisholm (11) got some extra media attention prior to the main event when the NBC broadcast team pointed out that his Premier Class All-Time Starts statistic stood at 173, a tie at eighth highest of all time along with the sport’s winningest Supercross rider. When the gate dropped for the main event, Chisholm found himself in a tough spot back in the pack. He steadily found his way around other riders, but Chisholm was not able to match his season-best performance from the weekend prior. 

“The bike was good, I just didn’t gel with the track,” Chisholm admitted. “I made it right out of the heat race [with a direct transfer to the main event], which was good, but it just wasn’t my best riding. In the main event I definitely want to be at least in the top 15, and really, I’m trying to battle closer to the top ten… I’ve been feeling good on the bike, though, but we have those weekends when we have off days, and that’s part of it. I’m a little bummed, but all in all I think that’s a good thing: I’m bummed because I care, because I want to do good, and because I want to do better.”

“It was a rebound weekend for Ken Roczen.” Larry Brooks, Team Manager for Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Motorsports/Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance, went on to explain, “He had a bit of a problem with a lapped rider last week and didn’t finish, losing quite a few championship points. So, this weekend was important to rebound and try to do as good as possible. He led for the majority of the race, 17 or 18 laps out of the 22 laps, and finished second in the end. It was good, we’re proud of him, we’re happy that he was able to lead all that time and finish on the podium. Colt Nichols had his best finish of the year, he finished 11th on the night, and Kyle Chisholm finished 17th. All the riders were in the top 20, and Colt Nichols is knocking on the door to break into the top ten.”

The Supercross season lines the racers up again this Saturday night, February 22nd inside AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas for the season’s second Triple Crown race. The Arlington Supercross will also mark the season’s Military Appreciation race. The Suzuki riders and team members are eager for another opportunity to again advance the Suzuki RM-Z450 race bikes further up the championship point standings.

Please visit SuzukiCycles.com/Racing/Motocross and HEPMotorsports.com for more team news.

Anstie Expands Championship Lead with Runner-Up Finish in Restarted Detroit 250SX Main Event

Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing’s Max Anstie made championship gains with a runner-up finish in the twice-started 250SX East Main Event at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan. Coming into Round 2 of the Monster Energy AMA Supercross 250SX East Championship with a broken finger, Nate Thrasher put in a gritty ride to finish fifth.

Anstie got the day off to a great start, topping the timesheets in the first two sessions and went on to qualify third in the combined times. The red-plate holder then got a good start in his heat race, grabbing the holeshot and ultimately crossing the line second. In the main event, Anstie got another great start and quickly claimed the lead, setting a strong pace up front to build a comfortable gap. Just before the clock ran out, the red flag was drawn calling for a staggered restart and eliminating his seven-second lead. After the restart, it was a heated battle, with riders jockeying for position and Anstie getting shuffled backward. Undeterred, he made his way back up to the runner-up spot, where he would finish. Anstie’s efforts expanded his championship lead to nine points as the Eastern Divisional 250 class gets a weekend break. 

A determined Thrasher soldiered on with a broken finger and qualified 12th. The Tennessee rider really came out swinging after the gate drop, grabbing the holeshot and winning his heat race. In the main event, he had a good start around the top five, and although he was shuffled back to seventh, he kept pushing and made his way back to fifth. Unfortunately during his efforts, he exacerbated his finger injury but was able to restart the race after the red flag and continue to battle to the finish, crossing the line fifth and advancing to fifth in the point standings. After seeking further evaluation, Thrasher will have surgery to repair multiple fractures in his finger and anticipates being able to line up for Daytona Supercross, Round 3 of the 250SX East Championship on March 1. 

Next weekend, Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing heads to AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, for more Triple Crown action at Round 5 of the 250SX West Championship and Round 7 of the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship and SuperMotocross World Championship on February 22.
Jensen Hendler – Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing 250 Team Manager
“It was definitely a rollercoaster Round 2 in Detroit. Both our guys rode great. Nate struggled a bit in qualifying, not feeling 100% with his injured finger, but he toughed it out and had a great night of racing. He grabbed the holeshot and won his heat race, then put in a good fight in the main and finished fifth.

“Max was fast all day. He qualified well, finished second in his heat, and was riding awesome in the main. He got a great start and had a pretty big lead up front, and then the red flag came out with something like seven seconds on the clock. So it was starting over with a sprint race, which is a bummer considering the race was pretty much won, but it was a good night looking at the bigger picture. So a second-place finish and a nine-point lead in the championship, we’ll take it and move on to the next one.”   

Max Anstie – Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing  #31
“It was a wild night here in Detroit. I had a lot of fun racing and had some good battles. I felt like I did my job in the main event. I executed the start, got out front, hit my marks, and with literally a lap and two corners to go, it got red-flagged. Then after the staggered start, it was a bit of chaos for a couple of laps. It was a tough situation because I felt like I had the most to lose. I’ve got the red plate and had a little bit of a points buffer, so I didn’t want to ruin that by crashing and going from first to last and not scoring any points. I also had to play defense from Levi (Kitchen) and RJ (Hampshire) who are extremely good sprinters, so it was tough. I came out of it with second, which obviously wasn’t ideal, but it was still a solid night. It’s a podium and good points for the championship, so I’m still happy with that. We’ll move on to Daytona.”

Nate Thrasher – Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing #41
“When I broke my finger Tuesday, I really didn’t plan to race, but after talking with a few doctors, we decided to at least try. I had it taped up and went in with the mindset of doing the best I could. In qualifying I kind of struggled, but I knew that was kind of going to be the case. I just tried to get the most out of the night, which resulted in a heat race win and fifth in the main. So I’m happy with the day. I’m having surgery today to get it set and the doctor says I should be good to continue racing after this West Coast round coming up.”

Webb Tied at the Top with Detroit Supercross Win

Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing’s Cooper Webb came out on top in a thrilling premier class battle at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan, advancing him to a tie for the lead in the 450SX Championship. His teammate Justin Cooper finished fifth in the tricky conditions at Round 6 of Monster Energy AMA Supercross and the SuperMotocross World Championship.   

Webb had a strong start to the day in the Motor City, qualifying third. He found himself fourth after the first lap of his heat race and would cross the line third. In the main event, he quickly made his way to third and then to the runner-up spot on the following lap. Webb kept the leader in his sights, making for an edge-of-your-seat cat-and-mouse game for most of the main event. As the clock wound down, the North Carolina rider made his move, but the competition countered. The duo continued to battle, with Webb claiming the lead with three laps remaining and riding on to score his first win of the season and 26th-career 450SX victory. Tied in points leaving Detroit, Webb’s YZ450F will be sporting the red plate next weekend in Arlington, Texas, where he has five race wins.

Cooper qualified fourth and then got a stellar start to grab the holeshot in his heat race. It was a multi-rider fight at the front, and he was shuffled to fourth on the opening lap as riders jockeyed for position. The New Yorker continued to push and advanced to third on the final lap, where he would finish. In the main event, he got a solid start in seventh, making his way to fifth around the halfway mark. Cooper continued to ride a strong pace in the tricky conditions and battle for position, ultimately crossing the line just shy of a fourth-place finish.

Next weekend, Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing heads to AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on February 22 for more Triple Crown action at Round 7 of Monster Energy AMA Supercross and the SuperMotocross World Championship.

Rich Simmons – Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing 450 Team Manager
“It was a good day in Detroit. The guys qualified well. They got some good starts but didn’t quite ride to their full potential in the heat race. We just learned from that, and in the main event, I think both of them rode really well. Webb made some really good passes early to put himself in a great position for the win. Justin was strong all the way to the end and finished four-tenths off of Malcolm (Stewart), who had just won the race last weekend. So overall, I think it was a really good race. We leave with the red plate with Webb tied in points. We’ll get back to work this week and get ready for Arlington.” 

Cooper Webb – Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing #2
“The night was amazing! I was able to have a good day in Detroit. Qualifying went well, and the main event was awesome. I got a great start, made some quick passes and I was able to hang in there the whole time. I felt super comfortable, kind of knew where I was going to make the pass, and I was able to execute. It was a great night to get a win.”  

Justin Cooper – Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing #32
“Overall, it was a good day for me. I qualified well in fourth and finished third in the heat race. I had a good start in the main as well and then got shuffled around in the first few turns. It was a good race, and I kept going strong. I was around fifth or sixth and in a battle the whole time with Malcolm and Jason (Anderson). Jason had a crash at the end, and I moved up to fifth. I had one moment with a lapper in the sand and lost a lot of time on Malcolm, and had to recatch him. I almost got to him there at the end. I got to his rear wheel again, but he was riding well, and I really couldn’t make a pass stick. So, fifth on the night and another top-five finish. We’ll move on to next weekend and try and get that podium.”

Pirelli Riders Dominate the Opening Round of GNCC

The 2025 Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) Series kicked off this weekend in Union, South Carolina, and Pirelli riders Nick DeFeo, Josh Toth, and Rachael Archer wasted no time making history. The Rocky Mountain Red Bear Kawasaki team delivered historic performances as the XC2 racers swept the overall podium for the first time in GNCC’s 50-year history–an unprecedented achievement made possible by the superior grip of the Pirelli SCORPION MX and XC tire range.DeFeo won the race on the SCORPION MX32 Mid soft 80/100-21 front and the new 120/90-18 SCORPION MX Soft.

XC2 rookie Nick DeFeo led the charge, winning the class and securing his spot on the podium with a historic overall win. His teammate Josh Toth followed closely behind, finishing second and adding another historic podium finish for the team. Rachael Archeralso dominated the WXC class, setting the tone for her title defense with a first-place finish by over nine minutes.

“I don’t even know what to think right now,” said DeFeo. “I just kept telling myself, ‘You can do this, keep pushing.’ I felt great and the bike worked amazing out there.”

“I’m stoked on the day,” said Toth. “I knew we were riding good and had passed a lot of the XC1 guys, but had no idea we were leading. It was gnarly out there and definitely not easy, but I’m happy with my ride.”

In his big bike debut, Caleb Wood won the 4-stroke A Lites class, finishing 16 minutes ahead of the competition. Logan Reninger also had an impressive performance, winning the Open B class by 22 minutes, further highlighting Pirelli’s performance in challenging terrain. Stew Baylor faced a difficult day due to bike issues but stayed positive, applauding the team’s dominant performance and focusing on the next round.

“This weekend was a huge accomplishment for the Rocky Mountain Red Bear Kawasaki team and Pirelli,” said Josh Whitmire, Director of Sales, Pirelli Tires. “To see Pirelli back at GNCC on top of the podium is an incredible achievement and a new beginning to showcase the winning performance of our SCORPION MX and XC range. Round 1 marked the first time the NEW SCORPION MX Soft 120/90-18 was used in competition, so it was a special win.”

Pirelli also saw strong performances from Team Palmer Motorsports’ Lyndon Snodgrass, who finished second in the XC1 class, while Enduro Engineering’s Shelby Turner secured second place overall in the WXC class.

The Pirelli SCORPION MX and XC tire range once again proved why it is the tire choice of GNCC champions. It provides unmatched traction, stability, and performance in varying terrain. Its advanced tread design and durability allow riders to maintain control and confidence in muddy conditions, ensuring optimal grip and performance throughout the race.

The GNCC season is just starting, and Pirelli is ready for more podiums and victories. GNCC continues with Round 2, the Wild Boar GNCC in Palatka, Florida, where the Pirelli-backed riders aim to keep the momentum going.

MONSTER ENERGY® PRO CIRCUIT KAWASAKI RIDER LEVI KITCHEN WINS IN DETROIT

On a day that saw snow and freezing temperatures outside, Monster Energy® Pro Circuit Kawasaki rider Levi Kitchen brought the heat inside Ford Field, taking home a hard-fought 250SX Class win at Round 6 of Monster Energy® AMA Supercross in Detroit, Michigan. Seth Hammaker pushed through an illness to cross the line in 17^th, while Cameron McAdoo went down late in the 250SX Main Event and was unable to finish. In the 450SX Class, Monster Energy® Kawasaki rider Jason Anderson earned a 450SX Heat Race win and raced in podium position until a late-race crash dropped him to finish sixth in the Main Event.

As the first day race of the season, the 250SX Class qualifying session kicked off first thing Saturday morning in Detroit and Kitchen made his presence known by setting the fastest overall time. Hammaker, sporting the No. 56 Kawasaki, was right on his heels, securing second overall, while teammate McAdoo claimed sixth. In Heat 1, McAdoo and Hammaker launched their KX™250 race machines into Top 5 positions off the start. As the Kawasaki duo fought for the lead, McAdoo made a late-race push but went down in the sand, finishing fourth just behind Hammaker in third. In Heat 2, Kitchen started in fourth but wasted no time making moves, quickly advancing to second on the opening lap. The No. 47 then executed a decisive pass for the lead and held strong to take the win. When the gate dropped for the 250SX Main Event, all three Monster Energy® Pro Circuit Kawasaki riders surged into the Top 5. Kitchen positioned himself in second early on, while McAdoo battled his way from fifth to fourth. Hammaker, still feeling the effects of an illness before the Main Event, struggled to maintain his pace, slipping to eighth before ultimately finishing 17th. Kitchen remained in pursuit of the leader for most of the race until a red flag unfortunately caused by McAdoo who crashed in the whoop section and could not finish. With just seconds left in the 15-minute Main Event, a staggered restart would allow Kitchen to restart on the heels of the leader. When the green flag dropped, Kitchen launched an all-out sprint, engaging in a back-and-forth battle at the front, ultimately making a pass for the lead and pulling away to clinch his first victory of the season. Kitchen’s bounce-back race moves him up to second place in the Eastern Regional 250SX Class championship points standings as the series returns to the West Region next weekend.

In the 450SX Class, Anderson kicked off the day by qualifying sixth overall. The No. 21 Kawasaki rider got a strong jump off the gate in 450SX Heat 1, quickly slotting into third around the first few turns with his eye on the leaders. Anderson did not hesitate when he saw an opening and executed a sneaky double pass to take over the lead on Lap 1. With pressure from behind, Anderson put in consistent fast laps to claim the Heat Race victory. In the 450SX Main Event, Anderson powered his KX™450SR off the gate and into the right-hand first turn, securing third place early on. He fought hard to maintain a podium position, but a late mistake—casing a jump in the rhythm section—led to a crash, dropping him to sixth, where he ultimately finished. Anderson now sits fourth in the Monster Energy® AMA Supercross Championship standings, just five points shy of third place.

“I felt like I was riding really well all day. Qualifying went solid, and I had a strong Heat Race where I was able to make some good passes and take the win. In the Main Event, I got a good start and put myself in a good position to fight for a podium, but as the race went on, I just lost some steam. I made a mistake in the rhythm section that set me back, which was frustrating because I knew I had the speed to be up there. I just need to clean a few things up and put it all together when it counts.”

• Jason Anderson

“Man, that was a crazy race. The emotions were all over the place, especially with having to stop and restart. Max [Anstie] was riding really well at the start and pulled a pretty big gap on me. When the red flag came out, I knew it was time to reset and take advantage of the opportunity. I took a few deep breaths and treated it like a two-lap sprint and—I just sent it. I made a pretty aggressive pass, nailed that three out of the turn, and opened up a little gap. This win means a lot, especially after having to bounce back from last weekend. Huge thanks to the fans, the entire Monster Energy® Pro Circuit Kawasaki team, my trainers, my mechanics, and all my family back home. Let’s keep this momentum going!”

• Levi Kitchen

“It was a tough night for me here in Detroit. Unfortunately, I had a crash in the whoops with a couple of laps to go and banged up my face pretty good. I ended up with a cut and some stitches. Other than that, I think I’m okay. We’ll take the next couple of days to assess everything and make a plan moving forward. I really appreciate everyone’s support, and next time I come to Detroit, I’ll be looking for redemption.”

• Cameron McAdoo

“I felt great at the start of the day with a solid qualifying and Heat Race, and I was really looking forward to carrying that momentum into the Main Event. Unfortunately, I started feeling pretty sick before the Main Event, and it definitely took a toll on me during the race. I did my best to push through, but it was a tough one. We’ll regroup this week, figure things out, and come back stronger after the break.”

• Seth Hammaker

Historic Day for Kawasaki at Big Buck GNCC

The opening round of the 2025 Progressive Insurance Grand National Cross Country Series was much anticipated as the VP Racing Big Buck GNCC in Union, South Carolina brought a new season and new opportunity to grab the series by the horns (or antlers). The day started with a brief thunderstorm and rain, but the weather and mud couldn’t stop the riders on Rocky Mountain Red Bear Kawasaki Team Green™ from starting the season on top of the podium.

The reigning GNCC 250 A Class Champion, Nick DeFeo is a rookie in the XC2 Pro class, but he didn’t ride like one. The 19-year-old took control of the class early, pulling the holeshot on his KX™250X and leading the pack into the woods. Within two laps, DeFeo had caught the XC1 Pro leaders on adjusted time, but that wasn’t good enough. He proceeded to physically pass them all and pull away, winning the overall by over three minutes. It’s the first time in the 50-year history that an XC2 rider has crossed the finish line first. “I don’t even know what to think right now. I just kept telling myself, ‘You can do this, keep pushing’. I felt great and the bike worked amazing out there,” said DeFeo.  

As if one historic achievement wasn’t enough, two were witnessed at Big Buck, with Kawasaki riders taking the top two overall spots on the weekend. DeFeo’s teammate, Josh Toth, who also races the XC2 Pro class, was physically second to cross the finish line, over a minute ahead of first place in the XC1 Pro class. Including third place, it was an XC2 sweep on the overall podium, a series first. “I’m stoked on the day. I knew we were riding well and had passed a lot of the XC1 guys, but I had no idea we were leading. It was gnarly out there and definitely not easy, but I’m happy with my ride,” said Toth.

Rocky Mountain Red Bear Kawasaki had more wins in their hat at Big Buck. Rachael Archer won the WXC class in dominant fashion, crossing the finish over nine minutes ahead of second place. Caleb Wood won the 4-Stroke A Lites class by 16 minutes in his big bike debut and Logan Renninger won the Open B class by 22 minutes, capping off an impressive day for Kawasaki.  

The team’s XC1 Pro racer, Steward Baylor, didn’t have the best of days with a mechanical issue, but remains upbeat. “The track was gnarly out there. My bike overheated, but fortunately, a lot of other guys did too, so the points deficit isn’t as bad as it could be. Even though I didn’t win, the team still won! Nick, Josh, Rachael, Caleb, and Logan dominated for our team. I’m stoked on the weekend overall and ready to dig myself out of this hole.”

The Rocky Mountain Red Bear Kawasaki team will get back to racing in two weeks at the Wild Boar GNCC in Palatka, Florida.

Back on Track Named Official Charity of 2025 Progressive American Flat Track Season

Progressive American Flat Track is proud to announce that Back on Track has signed on as the Official Charity of the 2025 Progressive AFT season, marking the seventh consecutive year of partnership between the two organizations.

A nonprofit dedicated to supporting injured riders and their families, Back on Track provides crucial financial assistance, medical equipment, and rehabilitation resources to racers who suffer serious injuries while competing. Their mission aligns seamlessly with AFT’s commitment to rider safety and community support, making this continued partnership a natural fit.

As part of the 2025 Progressive AFT season, Back on Track will host a raffle at every event, offering fans the chance to win exclusive prizes while directly contributing to the recovery and well-being of injured riders. These raffles will serve as a key fundraising initiative to help sustain the organization’s life-changing support efforts.

Since its inception, Back on Track has helped numerous riders navigate the challenges of serious injuries, providing essential resources that allow them to focus on recovery and rebuilding their futures.

The 2025 Progressive American Flat Track season will launch with the Royal Enfield Short Track at DAYTONA at Daytona International Speedway on Thursday, March 6, and Friday, March 7.

To purchase Royal Enfield Short Track at DAYTONA I tickets, click HERE.

To purchase Royal Enfield Short Track at DAYTONA II tickets, click HERE.

To save $10 by purchasing Thursday and Friday tickets together via the Multi-Day Discount for the Royal Enfield Short Track at DAYTONA I & II, click HERE.

For more information on Progressive American Flat Track, tickets, and streaming options, visit AmericanFlatTrack.com/events.

Oakley Named Official Sunglasses of Progressive AFT

Progressive American Flat Track, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, is excited to announce the return of Oakley as the Official Sunglasses of Progressive AFT for the 2025 season.

Founded in 1975, Oakley now stands as one of the most recognizable brands in the world. Synonymous with elite competition and world-class athletes, Oakley has long raised the bar in terms of style, innovation, quality and technology.

The Southern California-based company continually reinvents the high-performance eyewear market and sets the trends other brands chase. Consumers from all over the world enjoy its market-leading products, which include high-performance sunglasses, goggles, prescription eyewear, apparel, footwear, and accessories.

Oakley has been heavily involved in motorsports for half a century, including a heavy presence inside the Progressive AFT paddock. That history continues as Oakley will outfit series staff and officials with sunglasses for the upcoming season.

Oakley will also provide its premium MX Goggles and Snow Goggles for use as fund-raising giveaways for Back on Track, formerly called Rookies of ’79, a non-profit charity that has come to the aid of injured riders since 2009.

The 2025 Progressive American Flat Track season will launch with the Royal Enfield Short Track at DAYTONA at Daytona International Speedway on Thursday, March 6 and Friday, March 7.

To purchase Royal Enfield Short Track at DAYTONA I tickets, click HERE.

To purchase Royal Enfield Short Track at DAYTONA II tickets, click HERE.

To save $10 by purchasing Thursday and Friday tickets together via the Multi-Day Discount for the Royal Enfield Short Track at DAYTONA I & II, click HERE.

For more information on Progressive American Flat Track, tickets, and streaming options, visit AmericanFlatTrack.com/events.

The Eyes Have It: Flying Eyes Optics Now A MotoAmerica Sponsorship Partner

MotoAmerica, North America’s premier motorcycle road racing series, is pleased to announce that Flying Eyes Optics is now a sponsorship partner of the 2025 MotoAmerica Championship.

Flying Eyes Optics is now a sponsorship partner of the 2025 MotoAmerica Championship.
Photo courtesy of Flying Eyes Optics

Flying Eyes Optics designs high-performance eyewear built for motorcyclists who demand comfort, durability and clarity on the road. Flying Eyes glasses feature ultra-thin, flexible Resilamide® temples that slide effortlessly into any helmet, eliminating painful pressure points and ensuring a perfect fit.

Flying Eyes products are equipped with shatterproof 2mm polycarbonate lenses that offer 100% UVA/UVB protection and are available in both non-polarized and prescription options.

“We’re beyond excited to partner with MotoAmerica and support the best in U.S. motorcycle road racing,” said Grant Stoecker, Flying Eyes Optics’ Marketing Director. “Flying Eyes was created to solve a real problem for riders – uncomfortable, bulky eyewear that just doesn’t work under a helmet. This partnership is a perfect fit, and we can’t wait to connect with more riders who want eyewear that actually keeps up with them, on and off the bike.”

“We’re pumped to have Flying Eyes Optics on board as a series sponsor for 2025,” said Lance Bryson, MotoAmerica’s Director of Sponsorship. “It’s great that they make eyewear designed for motorcyclists. We all know the problems associated with wearing eyeglasses while using a helmet, and Flying Eyes has addressed those issues.”