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While the rival World Supercross Championship ( WSX ) continues to struggle with financial and race cancellation issues , the Super Motor Cross World Championship in USA continues to go from strength to strength . Supercross and Pro Motocross have both seen attendance and international competition growth . The landmark inaugural season of the 31-event SuperMotocross World Championship Series ( SMX ) recently concluded ( in October ) with the
culmination of the postseason ( Playoffs and Final ) at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum , where two of the sport ’ s youngest and brightest stars cemented their place in the history books . On the heels of an impressive Rookie of the Year campaign , Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing ’ s Haiden Deegan , 17 , captured the 250 cc World Championship , while Australian Team Honda HRC athlete Jett Lawrence , 20 , became the first-ever 450 cc World Champion , which capped off his historic rookie season in the premier division . As champions , Deegan and Lawrence were the two biggest financial benefactors of the SMX World Championship , which awarded the sport ’ s largest prize payout of $ 10m - $ 5.5m of which was available for the final three postseason races . Deegan collected $ 575,000 in postseason earnings , while Lawrence received $ 1.2 million , both of which included individual race purses and championship point funds .
The AMA has announced the passing of AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Sammy Tanner . A seventime AMA Grand National Championship event winner and 1999 AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame inductee , Sammy Tanner was born on May 23 , 1939 , in Houston , Tx . Tanner purchased his first motorcycle - a James Villiers - at 14 years old and fell in love with the sport right away . He started racing in local field meets throughout his home state , and soon earned a support ride on a 500 cc Triumph . Due to his 5-foot , 100-pound stature , Tanner was lovingly dubbed “ The Flying Flea ” by fans and fellow racers alike . He turned professional in 1958 .
Custombike - having taken up the mantel of European Custombike Championship after it fell into disuse , the annual Custombike returns to Bad Salzuflen , near Hannover , Germany , on December 1-3 , 2023 ; www . custombike-show . de
Polaris Announces 2035 Goals in ' Geared for Good ' report
Polaris has released its ' Geared for Good ' Environmental , Social and Governance ( ESG ) report , highlighting the company ' s progress across the four pillars of its ' Geared for Good ' framework : Think Product , Think Production , Think Places and Think People . The report details the ways Polaris " works to be a good steward for its industry , employees , riders , communities and the outdoors ." Specifically , this year , Polaris is announcing new environmental goals focused on the year 2035 , including :
• Achieving 90 % recycled content in off-road vehicles
• Reaching 75 % renewable energy in its global portfolio
• Reducing absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 50 %
• Diverting 90 % of waste from landfill
• Implementing a water stewardship program in 100 % of its manufacturing facilities
" Consistent with best practices , Polaris conducted its second materiality assessment in partnership with Business for Social Responsibility so that we remain focused on salient issues for our business ." " Polaris is passionate about helping people discover and experience the outdoors ," said Lucy Clark Dougherty , senior vice president , general counsel and secretary at Polaris . " We are proud of the work we do to be ' Geared for Good ', from our partnership with the National Forest Foundation and our efforts to promote safe and responsible
San Marcos , Texas based Lyndall Brakes has hired Mark Chuisano as its new East Coast Regional Sales Director . Formerly based in California , Lyndall are looking to " reinforce our dealer direct network in the east by bringing on Chuisano ," said Chico Tirado , VP of Sales and Marketing at Lyndall Brakes . " His experience and knowledge of the motorcycle industry will be a valuable asset to us as we continue to grow our sales division - in addition to his experience , Mark brings network contacts and organizational skills into a growing team at Lyndall brakes ." A former North America Sales Director for Lexin Moto - an automotive audio riding , to reducing the environmental footprint of our operations and supporting our local communities . " We are grateful to be able to ride and ' Think Outside ' and will continue to be
good stewards through our ongoing actions that bring our ' Geared For Good ' efforts to life ." In reporting its progress to date , Polaris says that among the initiatives and achievements shared in the report , key highlights include : THINK PRODUCT : As part of its efforts to design products and technologies , Polaris set company innovation records with 70 U . S . patents granted to its engineers in 2022 . The company introduced exciting innovations that continue to transform how people connect with and enjoy the outdoors , including the ' Mighty G ' from Godfrey Pontoons , one of the first pontoons developed specifically with an electric-powered engine in mind . Polaris also created the ' Empowersports Diverse Riding
Council ', which unites 16 influential riders , adventurers and leaders who bring new voices , multicultural perspectives and insights to the powersports industry . THINK PRODUCTION : To reduce the environmental impact of its operations ,
and motorcycle Bluetooth communications system manufacturer - Chuisano says that " I am thrilled to be joining such a respected company with a reputation for producing highquality motorcycle parts . " I am looking forward to working with the Lyndall Brakes team to grow the company ' s sales and distribution
Polaris increased the amount of renewable energy in its portfolio through solar projects in Goupil , France and Shanghai , China . The company also began implementing energy management best practices at eight U . S . -based facilities , working toward 50001 Ready recognition from the U . S . Department of Energy . THINK PLACES : Polaris takes action to positively impact land and water through stewardship and responsible riding . In partnership with the National Forest Foundation , the Polaris Fund for Outdoor Recreation granted its first award to the Kelly ' s Pond Project in the Sam Houston National Forest in eastern Texas , to support maintenance of 44 of the forest ' s 85 multi-use trail miles . Polaris also expanded its T . R . A . I . L . S . Grant Program to support trail stewardship and rider education efforts across the United States and Canada . THINK PEOPLE : Polaris puts employees , customers , dealers and communities at the center of its business . Polaris provided more than $ 545,000 in tuition reimbursements for its employees and granted 120 scholarships through its Polaris Scholarship Program to help offset the costs of postsecondary education for the dependents of Polaris employees . The company also provided more than $ 4.3m to organizations and local communities , including investments in 4-H and the Progressive Agriculture Foundation Partnership to help advance safe riding practices among young riders .
Lyndall Brakes Hires Regional Sales Director for East Coast
network . It ' s Lyndall Brakes ' commitment to providing its customers with the highest quality parts and the best possible customer service that brought me to them . I was a customer first ." Lyndall Brakes says it is " the leading manufacturer of high-end performance motorcycle brakes , rotors and wheels . We source the finest steel , aluminum and titanium for our products . Each part is meticulously checked for quality assurance , ensuring higher than standard tolerances and allowances . Used by both amateur and professional racers , our parts are sought after all around the world ."
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