Asia Production 250

Md Akid Aziz of ONEXOX TKKR Racing Team hopes to perform better at Round 2 of the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship for the Asia Production 250cc category. Akid, fondly known and applauded as the first Malaysian Underbone Champion in the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship, 2017 hit the circuit once again after a long drought with a new challenge in the AP250 category. As a rookie in the AP250 class, the season opener of the ARRC was an uphill battle for Akid who grappled among the best to find his pace at The Chang International Circuit, Buriram. In Race 1, Akid only completed four laps, adding on to the strain of being new to the scene. While he completed Race 2 at the twelfth spot, Akid who rode the Yamaha YZF-R25 is determined to use the experiences gained in Round 1 to strategize his moves further for the upcoming race at Sepang. According to Akid, “As this is my first race in the AP250 category, it is fairly a new experience for me. I am still trying to get a hold of the new machine with larger capacities. My biggest challenge would be finding the right setup of the suspension and my compatibility towards the machine.” “For Round 2, my team mate, Md Muzakkir Mohamed and I will be riding the Honda CBR250 RR for an enhanced performance. With the experiences that he has achieved, I hope to learn the tricks and trades of riding in the AP250 category and do better than the last round.” Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

Andy Muhammad Fadly of Motul Sniper Manual Tech Racing Team is all geared up for yet another challenge of AP250 at the Sepang International Circuit. The defending champion of year 2019 made a strong comeback when he finished Race 2 at the Chang International Circuit, Buriram living up to his title. The Indonesian lad who rides the Kawasaki Ninja 250 put on a good show in both races, riding alongside some of the best names in the championship. Round 1 saw a neck-to-neck battle between the AP250 riders and although Andy only managed to score third in Race 1, he was all smiles at the end of the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship, Round 1 when he took the lead and defeated his contender. Andy is quite the name on the AP250 ground. Having been in the game for over a decade, he has built his momentum and perfected his skills to match the needs of handling a machine that supersedes the speed and performances of rivalry. While some setbacks are unavoidable, Andy has his way of working around it. Commenting on the upcoming Round 2, “I am looking forward to the race at Sepang as I have carved some wonderful moments on the circuit. While the race poses new challenge in the presence of highly skilled riders, I am nevertheless thrilled to make my move in Round 2.” “My strategies are designed to ensure that I achieve better lap timings. As for my goal, I am keeping my fingers crossed to execute these strategies that would enable me to achieve the top spot at the podium.” Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

It was a better day for Andy Muhammad Fadly of Motul Sniper Manual Tech Racing Team when he emerged fastest in Race 2 of the competitive Asia Production 250cc category. Andy, who finished third at the podium in Race 1 battled through the 10-lap race with a better performance, displaying high-level skills while manoeuvring his machine to keep up his pace. Although Andy fell back in line in lap 8, he managed to make his way up to the second spot in lap 9, striding along the top three contenders. It was a heated battle in the final lap of who will take the win and between Andy and Rafid Topan, Andy who rode the Kawasaki Ninja 250 made the cut when he clocked in at 19:11:491s. “Today was a better day – the weather was good and I was able to take better charge of my machine.” “It would not deny that the race was highly competitive. The Honda bike was indeed very powerful however I am glad that I was able to make the win today.” Coming in at the second spot was Rafid Topan Sucipto of LFN HP696 Indonesia Racing Team who logged in at 19:11:642s. Rheza Danica Ahrens of ASTRA HONDA Racing Team, winner of Race 1 dropped to the third place at the podium when he finished at 19:11:642s. Top 5 Riders of Asia Production 250cc, Race 2: Andy Muhammad Fadly (INA), Motul Sniper Manual Tech Racing Team, 19:11:491s Rafid Topan Sucipto (INA), LFN HP696 Indonesia Racing Team, 19:11:508s Rheza Danica Ahrens (INA), ASTRA HONDA Racing Team, 19:11:642s Aldi Satya Mahendra (INA), YAMAHA Racing Team, 19:11:719s Reynaldo C. Ratukore (INA), ONEXOX TKKR Racing Team, 19:11:813s Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

It was a triumph after a two-year hiatus for ASTRA HONDA Racing Team at the Race 1 of FIM Asia Road Racing Round 1 when Rheza Danica Ahrens took the first spot at the podium. Rheza who took the fourth position at the Grid was pushed back, behind the top five riders in the first lap but managed to make his way back into the top three position in lap two.  Throughout the 10-lap race, Rheza managed his strategies well, striding in and out of the top 3 position before he fell one step behind in the seventh lap. However, in lap eight, Rheza upped his speed and emerged strong to take lead ahead of the troupe.  The nail-biting moment took place when Rheza battled with his biggest contenders Piyawat Patoomyos and Andy Muhammad Fadly at the final lap. The trio took speed at the final turn before Rheza glided first at 19:03:774s. “It was a great feeling to have achieved the top spot at the podium in the season opener. While the weather has been challenging, it was even more challenging to keep my pace among the riders.” “I picked up my speed at the last turn and that earned me an improved lap time today. I certainly look forward to performing better in Race 2.” Piyawat of HONDA Racing Thailand who took the pole position came in to a close finish behind Rheza, logging in at 19:03:354s while Andy Muhammad Fadly of Motul Sniper Manual Tech Racing Team finished at 19:04;091. Top 5 Riders of Asia Production 250cc: Rheza Danica Ahrens (INA), ASTRA HONDA Racing Team, 19:03.774 Piyawat Patoomyos (THA), HONDA Racing Thailand,19:03.354 Andy Muhammad Fadly (INA), Motul Sniper Manual Tech Racing Team, 19:04.091 Rafid Topan Sucipto (INA), LFN HP969 Indonesia Racing Team, 19:04:784s Reynaldo C. Ratukore (INA), ONEXOX TKKR Racing Team, 19:05:153s Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

Rheza Danica Ahrens of ASTRA HONDA Racing Team emerged the fastest rider in the third practice of Round 1 in the AP250 category, clocking in at 1:53:429s. The Indonesian rider riding on a HONDA CBR250RR has been striding among the top 5 riders throughout the official practice and came in ahead of the second fastest rider, his team mate by a gap of 0.151s.  “I feel really good with the result of my third practice. I have to admit that this is not my best time however I am feeling more confident now. I am most certainly looking forward to the qualifying session and Race 1 tomorrow.” Mohd Adenanta Putra who is equally competitive and has been consistent since the beginning of the season recorded his fastest in the third practice at 1:53:580s.  Following close behind on the Kawasaki Ninja 250 was Andy Muhammad Fadly of Motul Sniper Manual Tech Racing Team with 1:53:890s. Top 5 Fastest in Third Practice: Rheza Danica Ahrens (INA), ASTRA HONDA Racing Team, 1:53:429s Mohd Adenanta Putra (INA), ASTRA HONDA Racing Team, 1:53:580s Andy Muhammad Fadly (INA), Motul Sniper Manual Tech Racing Team, 1:53:890s Aldi Satya Mahendra (INA), LFN HP969 Indonesia Racing Team, 1:53:914s Aiki Iyoshi (JPN), Motul Sniper Manual Tech Racing Team, 1:54:102s Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

Andy Muhammad Fadly is all set for his return to the Asian stage.Fadly’s title defense year will also mark his 5th season in the AsiaProduction 250cc class. He will be one of two Kawasaki Ninja 250 in the Asia Production250cc class this season. The Indonesian rider will continue his longterm relationship with the Motul Sniper Manual Tech Racing Team.And after a two-year break, will resume his on-track partnership withJapanese rider, Aiki Iyoshi. Of the four main classes in the FIM Asia Road Racing Championshiproster, the Asia Production 250cc is perhaps one where the fiercestbattles are fought. This season will be no different. With strong entries coming in fromVietnam, India, Thailand, Malaysia, and of course, Indonesia. In fact,Fadly’s strongest competitors are likely to be his compatriots, withIndonesian riders making up 53% of the Asia Production 250cc grid.Stiff competition is expected to come the likes of ASTRA HONDARacing team trio Adenanta Putra, Herjun Atna Firdaus and RhezaDanica Ahrens (2018 AP250 Champion). Former GP rider Rafid TopanSucipto as well as seasoned campaigners like Fitriansyah Kete andRey Ratukore can also be expected to put up strong performances.YAMAHA Racing Indonesia’s young riders Aldi Satya Mahendra andAnggi Setiawan are also hot favourites for the title. “I can’t wait to get back in the groove. The grid looks impressive!Every single rider up there are tough competitors for me! Closer tohome, I’ll certainly be benchmarking my performance against that ofthe riders from the two Indonesian manufacturer teams – the ASTRAHonda Racing Team and YAMAHA Racing Indonesia,” said Fadly.Andy Muhammad Fadly had been far from idle during the extended‘off-season’. Instead, he has been keeping himself in race trim bystaying active in the national Indonesian racing championships. Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com