The Utah Bike Legislation Masters of the Mountain race collection held its season finale on September 2 at Utah Motorsports Campus’ West Monitor configuration. Come race morning there have been two questions on everybody’s thoughts. First, would collection factors chief Anthony Norton be capable to preserve his unbeaten streak and wrap up an ideal season? And second, would Norton’s quest to publish a sub 1:30 lap time lastly come to fruition?
Cool temperatures morning temperatures throughout qualifying for the Moto United/Moto Station King of the Mountains race meant that the reply to query quantity two would possible be no, not less than till monitor temps climbed within the afternoon. Unable to match his qualifying tempo of spherical 3, Norton was pressured to accept a qualifying time of 1:32.15 however was capable of safe the pole place as a comfort prize. Within the second qualifying session, Tyler Bengford put in a valiant effort, placing stress on Norton and clocking a time of 1:32.235. Third place qualifier Brian Childree handed in a time of 1:32.45, that means the highest three qualifiers had been separated by simply .3 seconds!
When the purple lights went out at race time the Norton lead the pack by way of Flip One. Childree obtained a greater bounce than Bengford and took possession of second. In Flip 5 of the opening lap Bengford tried unsuccessfully to take again second. Firstly of lap two the highest three positions had shuffled with Norton nonetheless within the lead and Childree in second and Bengford in third behind. Later that very same lap Childree was capable of overtake Norton in Flip 5 for the lead. Norton would lose one other place in Flip Seven to Benford and drop again to 3rd. On lap 5 Bengford did the quickest lap of the race at 1:30.8 and the lead duo of Childree and Bengford had opened a spot on third place rider Norton, who had misplaced the tempo by this level. Bengford tried a move for the lead in Flip Ten a number of occasions however was re-buffed by race chief Childree every time earlier than Childree was lastly capable of safe the win. The ultimate prime three order being Childree, Bengford, and Norton.
“Qualifying was shut between Anthony, Ty and myself so I used to be trying ahead to KOM. Firstly I used to be capable of tuck in behind Anthony going into the primary flip and Ty was proper behind me. Within the first lap I might see Anthony was having some bike points, so I wanted to get previous him quickly earlier than Ty made a move on me. Lap 2 I handed Anthony into the Blackrock hairpin and put my head down, setting my quickest lap of the race. My tempo was good, however Ty was proper with me the entire time. With about 3 laps to go I made a mistake going into the final flip and Ty handed me on the within, however I used to be capable of in the reduction of on the exit and cling onto the lead and ultimately the win,” mentioned Childree. “It was a improbable race and very well run occasion by the Utah Sportbike Affiliation. I need to thank the membership and volunteers for placing on an awesome occasion and my sponsors: Resultrics, Apex Trackdays, Past Well being Consulting, Canyon Chasers and Huge Image Colour for his or her help,” Childree concluded.
Fortunately Norton’s earlier race wins had established sufficient of a factors result in safe the general championship. Of his race spherical and season Norton commented, “Coming into this spherical, I used to be lucky to have constructed up fairly a lead in my championships, as a result of it was one factor after one other stopping me from placing my greatest foot ahead right now! I gave all of it I had contemplating the circumstances however the bike didn’t cooperate. We’ve been flawless all yr till this, and that’s what it takes to convey residence the #1 plate which I’m proud to have finished! Particular because of membership sponsors, Chris from CrossBeam Builders and Dustin from Utah Bike Legislation for his or her help for the membership and to me personally! Additionally I couldn’t have finished it with out my higher half Stacey, Richard of Apex Assassins, Dustin of LegalRide NV and Dale, Ian, and Ryan for the help on the brand new Dunlops this summer season. Grateful for this season and the help from all my fellow racers, family and friends!”
Though unable to safe the race win, spherical 4 runner up Bengford echoed Norton’s optimism. “I’m actually proud of the tempo we confirmed this weekend. We had been capable of reside within the 1:30’s for some time after some setup adjustments with recommendation from Michael Castro with FuziMoto. Sadly with Anthony having some chassis points, it left a two horse race for lead. I felt as if I had the tempo to win, racing good by way of the whole race. Brian (Childree) rode with an unbelievable defensive effort to carry me off within the last laps. Total the season went properly with progress each spherical, and coming residence with a #2 plate behind Anthony means rather a lot to me and those that help me. I want to say thanks to Gigi with 61 DTC Pirelli for offering tires at a moments discover. Chris Mousley with Crossbeam Builders for supporting this system mid season. Bryce Prince with BPR Racing for constructing an incredible bike. Richard Findlay and Travis Peterson with Apex Assassins for all their help all through the years. And final, however undoubtedly not least, my crew chief and future spouse, Rainey for all her love and encouragement by way of each peak and valley!” mentioned Bengford.
On the conclusion of our 2023 season the UtahSBA want to say thanks to all of our beneficiant sponsors, volunteers, and members. The board would additionally wish to say a particular thanks to Garrett, Jen, Terry, and the workers of the Utah Motorsports Campus. We couldn’t do it with out you. We sit up for racing with you all once more subsequent yr!
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USBA Spherical 4 – UMC West – September 2nd, 2023
Motostation/Moto United KOM Total:
1. Brian Childree (APR RSV4)
2. Tyler Bengford (YAM R1)
3. Anthony Norton (KAW ZX10R)
4. David Meyer (YAM R1)
5. Invoice Davis (BMW S1000RR)
6. Christopher Mousley (YAM R1)
Motostation KOM GTO:
1. Brian Childree (APR RSV4)
2. Tyler Bengford (YAM R1)
3. Anthony Norton (KAW ZX10R)
4. David Meyer (YAM R1)
5. Invoice Davis (BMW S1000RR)
6. Christopher Mousley (YAM R1)
Moto United KOM GTU:
1. Josh Fisher (KAW ZX6R)
2. Lee McNutt (YAM R6)
3. Justin Delong (YAM R6)
4. Kinzer Naylor (KAW ZX6R)
5. Braxton Younger (HON CBR600RR)
6. Zach Jenson (YAM R6)
AZ Driving Academy Mixed GTO:
1. Steven Marco (YAM R1)
2. John McKown (YAM R1)
3. Aubrey Credaroli (YAM R6)
4. Max Tseng (YAM R1)
5. Jared Baird (DUC 1299)
6. Nicholas Schmit (SUZ GSXR600)
Off Freeway Van Mixed GTU:
1. Kirk Doyle (KAW ZX6R)
2. Alisson Melo (KAW ZX6R)
3. Belisario Arango (KAW ZX6R)
4. Phil O’Bryan (KAW ZX6R)
5. Nicholas Schmit (SUZ GSXR600)
6. Brian Gerwe (HON CBR600RR)
The Edge Powersports Deseret Sprint – Knowledgeable
1. Steven Marco (YAM R1)
2. Alban Bonilla (BMW S1000RR)
3. Joshua Fisher (KAW ZX6R)
4. Geiser Hernandez (KAW ZX6R)
5. Braxton Younger (HON CBR600RR)
6. Nicholas Schmit (SUZ GSXR600)
The Edge Powersports Deseret Sprint – Novice
1. Alisson Melo (KAW ZX6R)
2. Jordan DeJarnett (YAM R6)
3. Mario Fernandez (YAM R6)
4. Miguel Alamillo (SUZ GSXR1000)
5. Jared Baird (DUC 1299)
6. Michael Hicks (YAM R1)
Eurosports Utah System 40 – GTO
1. Invoice Davis (BMW S1000RR)
2. Christopher Mousley (YAM R1)
3. Jeff Taylor (YAM R1)
4. Dave Loynd (HON CBR1000RR)
5. John McKown (YAM R1)
6. Jason Redman (BMW S1000RR)
Eurosports Utah System 40 – GTU
1. Brian Naylor (KAW ZX6R)
2. Lee McNutt (YAM R6)
3. Sahar Zvik (KAW ZX6R)
4. Kirk Doyle (KAW ZX6R)
5. Phil O’Bryan (KAW ZX6R)
6. Belisario Arango (KAW ZX6R)
Velosio Light-weight Superbike
1. Jasn Parkinson (YAM R7)
2. Daniel Christiani (YAM R7)
3. Ian Nielsen (KTM RC390)
4. Kyle Kacprzynski (KAW 400)
5. Brad Moore (YAM R3)
6. Raab Gisseman (YAM R3)
The Weekend Storage Middleweight Superbike
1. Brian Naylor (KAW ZX6R)
2. Sahar Zvik (KAW ZX6R)
3. Joshua Fisher (KAW ZX6R)
4. Christopher Mousley (KAW ZX6R)
5. Scott Christensen (YAM R6)
6. Geiser Hernandez (YAM R6)
Poisonous Moto Racing Middleweight Superstock
1. Brian Naylor (KAW ZX6R)
2. Joshua Fisher (KAW ZX6R)
3. Justin Delong (YAM R6)
4. Kinzer Naylor (KAW ZX6R)
5. Sahar Zvik (KAW ZX6R)
6. Christopher Mousley (KAW ZX6R)
MC & Associates Fashionable Classic – GTO
1. Kevin Dolan (SUZ GSXR1000)
2. Dave Loynd (HON CBR1000RR)
3. Kohl Burmester (BMW S1000RR)
4. Chris Golmon (SUZ GSXR1000)
5. Cameron Holladay (YAM R1)
MC & Associates Fashionable Classic – GTU
1. Justin Delong (YAM R6)
2. Belisario Arango (KAW ZX6R)
3. Braxton Younger (HON CBR600RR)
4. Peter Hofpointner (YAM R6)
5. Kirk Doyle (KAW ZX6R)
6. Nicholas Schmit (SUZ GSXR600)
Karl Malone Powersports Moto 2
1. Kinzer Naylor (KAW ZX6R)
2. Joshua Fisher (KAW ZX6R)
3. Christopher Mousley (KAW ZX6R)
4. Braxton Younger (HON CBR600RR)
5. Zach Jenson (YAM R6)
6. Nolan Kiiskila (KAW ZX6R)
Redline Realty Moto 3
1. Ian Nielsen (KTM RC390)
2. Raab Gisseman (YAM R3)
3. Kyle Kacprzynski (KAW 400)
4. Brad Moore (YAM R3)
Legion of Pace Novice GTO
1. Nolan Kiiskila (KAW ZX10R)
2. Jordan DeJarnett (YAM R6)
3. Jared Baird (DUC 1299)
4. Mario Fernandez (YAM R6)
5. Ray Vernon (DUC 899)
6. Owen Austad (KAW ZX6R)
MC & Associates Novice GTU
1. Alisson Melo (KAW ZX6R)
2. Nolan Kiiskila (KAW ZX6R)
3. Mario Fernandez (YAM R6)
4. Jordan DeJarnett (YAM R6)
5. Joseph Ruck (YAM R6)
6. Ian Jenson (YAM R6)
Vortex Racing Open Superbike
1. Tyler Bengford (YAM R1)
2. David Meyer (YAM R1)
3. Alban Bonilla (BMW S1000RR)
4. Steven Marco (YAM R1)
6. John McKown (YAM R1)
6. Kevin Dolan (SUZ GSXR1000)
MotoUnited Open Superstock
1. Anthony Norton (KAW ZX10R)
2. Brian Childree (APR RSV4)
3. Tyler Bengford (YAM R1)
4. Invoice Davis (BMW S1000RR)
5. Jeff Taylor (YAM R1)
6. Christopher Mousley (YAM R1)
Crossbeam Builders Open Twins
1. Jason Johnson (DUC 848)
2. Jared Baird (DUC 1299)
3. Ray Vernon (DUC 899)
4. Lucas Brown (TRI 675R)
5. Jasn Parkinson (YAM R7)
6. Ryan Richardson (YAM R7)
Karl Malone Powersports Manufacturing 500
1. Ian Nielsen (KTM RC390)
2. Kyle Kacprzynski (KAW 400)
3. Raab Gisseman (YAM R3)
4. Brad Moore (YAM R3)
Trackstar Inventory 1000
1. Anthony Norton (KAW ZX10R)
2. Tyler Bengford (YAM R1)
3. Gilbert Gonzalez (KAW ZX10R)
4. Alban Bonilla (BMW S1000RR)
5. Alex Zinaich (YAM R1)
6. Geiser Hernandez (KAW ZX6R)
Carbonsmith Tremendous Avenue Bike
1. Cameron Holladay (YAM R1)
2. Chris Golmon (BMW S1000RR)
3. Robert Jojola (DUC S2R)
