From rider blogs and racer interviews to behind-the-scenes videos and podcasts, the MotoAmerica paddock continues to generate exciting content and compelling storylines across the motorsports media landscape. Check out some of the latest stories and features highlighting the riders, teams, and competition from the MotoAmerica championship.

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Pipe Dreams Podcast: Kenny Roberts – The King

The Pipe Dreams Podcast returns with a special episode featuring motorcycle racing legend Kenny Roberts. The first American to win a 500cc Grand Prix World Championship, Roberts shares stories from his flat track roots, his rise on the world stage, and how he helped revolutionize motorcycle road racing. This episode explores the career, mindset, and legacy of the one and only “King” Kenny Roberts.


Strack Racing: Behind The Scenes At Barber

On paper, the Strack Racing Yamaha team had a dream weekend at Barber Motorsports Park with Mathew Scholtz taking the Yamaha YZF-R1 to wins in both Quad Lock Superbike races. However, the team’s success at Barber was no triumphant walk to the 18th green at the “Augusta National of Motorsports.” Go behind the scenes with Scholtz and his crew to experence the intensity of premier-class racing. You’ll see firsthand how the team navigates unexpected, high-stakes challenges that can disrupt a race weekend at any moment.


SportbikeTrackGear.com: How To Race Prep A Supersport Bike

SportbikeTrackGear.com owner Brian Van not only runs a successful parts supply website for road racing gear, but he also runs the STG racing team with rider and son, Max Van. In this video, Brian finishes up race-prepping their SportbikeTrackGear.com Suzuki GSX-R750. Pick up some tech tips from this video as you get an in-depth look at what goes into building a race-ready MotoAmerica Supersport machine.


Josh Herrin: MotoAmerica Podium On An Electric Bike

Ride along with Josh Herrin and the OrangeCat Racing team during round two of the Mission Super Hooligan National Championship at Barber Motorsports Park as Herrin and his crew fine-tune the setup on their Lightfighter V3-RH machine in preparation for qualifying before battling to a podium finish in race two.


Solly Mervis: Autism Is My Superpower

Indiana-based rider Solly Mervis (#25) has rapidly ascended in motorcycle road racing by leveraging his unique spirit, perseverance, and individiuality. While most of his competition have been riding since early childhood, Mervis did not start riding until 2020, but he picked things up fast. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.

At just 21 years old, Solomon “Solly” Mervis has gone from learning to ride during the COVID-19 era to competing in the MotoAmerica Twins Cup Championship and also on the world stage. This in-depth profile from Dainese explores his rapid rise, the sacrifices made during his racing journey, his approach to competition, and how he uses his platform to raise awareness for ADHD and autism while chasing his goals on the track.

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