TVS Asia One Make

Riveting as it may seem, the TVS Asia One Make Championship of the Idemitsu FIM Asia Road Racing Championship gets more competitive each round and riders may just need to buckle up further to make the ride worth the shot. For Ramdan Rosli, it is a different kind of exhilaration and Round 3 at Sportsland Sugo International Racing Course may be just the boost he needs for another round of success. The Malaysian rider who rode in the SS600 race category last season embarked on a brand-new experience with TVS Asia this season and showcased robust moves from the very beginning. However, while luck was not on his side in Round 1 when he was declared “DNF”, he nailed it at Sepang circuit with a double-shot on the podium including a win. He said, “Sepang is one of my favourite tracks. I gave my best for my home race and found my way to victory in Race 2. It was literally making up for the unfortunate incident at Chang circuit in Round 1. Although I made it third once in the SS600 race category at Buriram, the issues with the machine the other day hampered my moves and I could not finish the race.” “For the race at Sepang though, I kept my faith and was off to a good start during that weekend. I made good lap time during the free practices and made it to the pole position during the qualifying session which gave me a booster during the race. With the achievements that day, I am more confident with my performances and hope to be consistent throughout the season.” Ramdan was seen flawlessly cruising on the machine at Sepang, taking lead while also putting the right amount pressure to maintain his position. Speaking about the TVS Apache RR310 machine, Ramdan said, “I have never ridden a 310cc machine before this. For me, there is definitely a huge difference compared to a 600cc machine. Personally though, I enjoy the rider on the TVS Apache and it opens up a whole new experience for me. It is definitely a move to a wider learning curve. I have also picked up on different riding styles which is crucial in complementing the capacities of the machine.” For the upcoming race, Ramdan went on to say, “Sugo is a technical track and one of the toughest I would say. But, lucky for me, I enjoy riding on a technical circuit. Of course, there will be challenges as this would be my first attempt with the TVS machine on the circuit but I have to move quickly from the very beginning of the practice to identify the right settings for the machine. The aim is to repeat my successes I achieved at Sepang and to do that, I will have to be completely focused.” Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

The TVS Asia One Make Championship has been quite a show with riders of Asia pulling their best stunts in their endeavours to succeed. Race 2 saw yet another round of exhilaration and dexterity but one that was significant was Md Ramdan Rosli of Malaysia when he claimed victory in Round 2 of Idemitsu FIM Asia Road Racing Championship at Sepang International Circuit. In yesterday’s feat, Muzakkir draw attention with his flawless performance as he took lead from the start till the end. Although Ramdan and Piyawat were equally competitive in their strides, they failed in their attempt to supersede the man in charge for the day. Today started with Muzakkir picking up the speed and taking lead from the first turn. He was fiercely chased by Ramdan and Piyawat nevertheless, Muzakkir was leading with confidence. Meanwhile, Vorapong was waiting for his moment to strike at P4. By the end of lap 2, Muzakkir has drawn a gap of 0.399s from his contender, Ramdan. The first cluster of riders seemed to maintain their pace and position playing it safe. By mid-race, the top five riders included Decky at P5. By the sixth lap however, Indonesian lad, Decky managed to swerve ahead of Piyawat, into P3. But Piyawat was quick to recover his position and by the end of lap 5, he fired his moves and into P1. Vorapong was coolly striding at P5. With one more lap the go, the intense feat saw rivalry at its best in the last corner. By then, Ramdan was leading while Vorapong, Muzakkir and Piyawat pushed their machines to the limits. Malaysian rider, Ramdan glided towards a win at 14’21:125s. Commenting on the race, Ramdan said, “I was hoping to take the win yesterday but I failed. It is not as easy as it seems racing in this category. Everyone in this challenge is equally skilled and experienced therefore, it was crucial to stay focused on the end result. I understand the machine better now and while every one else has the same machine, it is more of having the right mindset and optimising the skills. I am grateful for today’s victory and hope to win more races to come.” Md Muzakkir Mohamed of Malaysia took the second place at 14’21:204s. Vorapong Malahuan of Thailand made it third on the podium at 14’21:203s. Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

The blue and white hue of the TVS Apache machines set a stunning sight at the Sepang International Circuit as riders went on a feat to further accentuate its character. Among them, Md Muzakkir Mohamed of Malaysia made a striking remark when he emerged with a winning move in Race 1, Round 2 of the Idemitsu FIM Asia Road Racing Championship. In the qualifying session earlier this morning, Malaysian duo Md Ramdan Rosli and Md Muzakkir Mohamed emerged with the top two fastest lap time at 2’21:772s and 2’21:809s respectively which placed them at a good position on the grid for the race. Following suit at the third position was Vorapong Malahuan when he clocked in at 2’22:212s. When the race began, Muzakkir pulled strength from his 2nd spot on the grid and raced ahead to take lead with Ramdan close behind. By lap 2, a huge gap was formed between Malaysian duo and Indonesian rider, Decky. At the end of lap 2, Piyawat broke into P3. The leader of the troop seemed poised as he went on drawing gap with the equally strong contender at P2. By the end of lap 4, Malaysian duo teamed up with Thai rider, Piyawat as they together formed a gap in between the troop behind. Meanwhile, Fugo Tanaka, Decky and Vorapong were trying to close the gap however the chances were slim. By the end of lap 5, Muzakkir has established his position firmly at the lead position. Piyawat who overtook Ramdan started making his move against Muzakkir and succeeded making a swipe past. Muzakkir was not about to be defeated. At the last turn, the battle heated up as the top trio bolted ahead and in what was a tight fight, Muzakkir hit it ahead of the rest at 14’19:677s. Commenting on the race, Muzakkir said, “Today is an extremely special day for me because my last win was in 2020 in the CP150 race category. With the increase in age, I had to work hard. I do my training everyday without fail and that has become a routine. Therefore, I am truly grateful for the victory today and I am proud to have presented the nation, family, friends and the team with a win. For tomorrow, I will do my best. We can’t go very fast like today as we will be using the same tires as today’s but I will try to maintain my momentum in the front troop and perhaps work towards the podium at the last lap.” “The atmosphere is definitely different when riding the AP250 because we fight it with different teams. Here, we are one team except that we are from different countries. So, there is a different kind of feel to it. It is fair and square here and we draw lots to decide on the machines for the week. The TVS Apache is an extremely stable machine and TVS has definitely done an amazing job on the machine. The technology is world-class and each part are selected carefully to ensure the standards are of the best. Compared to the AP250, this machine is probably about a second faster and I am confident that this machine will continue to develop for the better in motorsports.” At the second spot was Md Ramdan Rosli of Malaysia, clocking in at 14’19:689s. Third place went to Piyawat Patoomyos of Thailand, logging in at 14’19:735s. Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

The TVS Asia One Make Championship is on once again for Round 2 of the Idemitsu FIM Asia Road Racing Championship which is being held at Sepang International Circuit. Round 1 posed adrenaline rush and exhilaration as riders with solid experience and background took the scene by a storm. Vorapong Malahuan of Thailand however was determined to take lead and made it when he emerged with a double triumph. In the Free Practice 1 session earlier this morning, home-boy Ramdan Rosli made the fastest at 2’21:905s. Piyawat Patoomyos of Thailand made it second fastest at 2’21:972 followed by Md Muzakkir Mohamed of Malaysia at 2’22:299s. During Practice 2, Muzakkir made fastest at 2’21:880s. Piyawat once again came up as the second fastest at 2’22:261s while Ramdan who was stronger in the earlier session made it third fastest at 2’22:445s. In the combined result, Muzakir clocked in the fastest followed by fellow countryman, Ramdan who took the second fastest spot and Piyawat at the third spot. Commenting on the session, Muzakkir said, “This round, I have been careful in terms of strategy especially in managing the tires. In Buriram, I was not aware that we were only allocated with two sets of tires. Therefore, I avoided long-run this time around by reducing the number of laps. Of course, I had to find the right setup as soon as possible for that purpose.” “In the 1st session, I figured out quite quickly on what needs to be done for the machine which resulted in a good outcome in practice 2. I managed to get a good lap time within three laps. For the race, my target would be to be at the podium but I want to be optimistic and I am confident that I can take the win. Having said that though, it also depends on the weather so keeping my fingers crossed, all will go well.” Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

The TVS Asia One Make Championship never ceased to make an impression on the scenes of the Idemitsu FIM Asia Road Racing Championship with Asia’s best taking strides for greater excellence. Vorapong Malahuan of Thailand, carved an outstanding victory in its debut season and went on a great defence move with a double-win in Round 1. He is more than ready for Round 2 at the Sepang International Circuit this weekend. While Vorapong fought a good fight in the debut season, this year poses a different kind of challenge for him especially with the likes of many robust riders in the race category. The pressure is certainly mounting for Vorapong and was evident in the races of Round 1. Nevertheless, Vorapong who had the upper-hand at his home-ground circuit and the years of experience managed to overcome the brewing intensity with a swift finish. Commenting on the race, Vorapong said, “This season has been very difficult. Round 1 gave me more insights as to how this season would turn out by the end of the year. We have so many highly competitive riders and it definitely looks like everyone is determined to win. Who will become the winner in the next round is going to be a tough guess but I am equipping myself with the best of my knowledge and experiences and hope that it would help in my performances.” In Round 1, the threats from other riders upon Vorapong were evident. The TVS Asia race category has definitely injected adrenaline rush and thrill into the scene with the selection of highly capable riders. This also means, a new kind of experience for its existing riders. Vorapong continued, “The race in Round 1 was sort of an eye opener to all of us as to how this season would go on. I believe that the riders will be better geared for Round 2 and will return with more aggressive moves. I foresee more riders in a side-by-side challenge but this is where the fun is. It means, working extra harder to push further towards excellence.” On racing at Sepang Circuit, Vorapong said, “Sepang is similar to my home-ground circuit. I am confident with my riding techniques and machine setup for the circuit. I had good memories there. Out of the two rounds last year that was held at Sepang, I took one win. The rest were second and third spot. The goal now is to win. I am aware that Malaysia is home to exceptional riders participating this season whom I am sure have more experience and higher chances of winning there. But I am all in for the challenge.” “It is the thirst for victory that keeps me going. It magnifies the will and determination to do better. Therefore, I will keep doing my best with the aim of guarding the championship title.” Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

It was a fantastic performance by the riders of the TVS Apache RR310 machine as they showcased the engine capacities alongside riding techniques that kept audience glued to their seats. Vorapong Malahuan of Thailand made his dash towards victory in Race 2 of Round 1, FIM Asia Road Racing Championship (ARRC) held at Chang International Circuit this afternoon. Although Piyawat was striking during the practice and qualifying session, Vorapong took the limelight in yesterday’s race when he emerged competitively to defend his championship title. This season definitely poses greater challenge for Vorapong but he is clearly not ready to be defeated. Taiyo Saito on the other hand made an impressive mark when he swerved out of the hurdles and into third place. During the race earlier, Piyawat went on a bolting speed ahead to take lead. Ramdan was second in line followed by Vorapong in P3. The Thai lad seemed confident as he charged ahead while the duo behind him tried to push through. Meanwhile, Malaysian rider, Muzakkir was chasing at P4 before Fugo Tanaka acted up. Before lap 4 ended, Ramdan found his moment to strike and took over the lead position briefly before passing it over to Fugo. It was not an easy feat as riders began striking at each other for the lead spot. With one more lap to go, it was Fugo at the front with Decky and Muzakkir on a wild chase. Vorapong was trying to inch closer from P4. At the last turn, the battle heated up. Skilled and highly experienced Vorapong managed to slide ahead into P2 and took speed next to Fugo before hitting it first at 14’56:268s. Commenting on the race, Vorapong said, “This race is different from yesterday’s. Yesterday, we were pushing faster and faster but today, it was not like that. All riders were trying to play safe, for the sake of restoring the tires till the end of the game. It was a hot day therefore it was crucial to strategize so that we can finish the race. Even during the warm up, I only did 2 laps because I did not want to wear it out. The tires are from Race 1 therefore, we had to safe it up for Race 2. To be honest, I did not know if I could fight for a win today but half way through the last lap, I noticed the Japanese rider taking lead. I thought of an idea for the last turn and it worked!” Fugo Tanaka of Japan clocked in at 14’56:269s. Decky Tiarno Aldy of Indonesia made his best time at 14’56:523s. Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

TVS Asia One Make Championship was made even more competitive this season with the likes of extraordinary riders marking the entry list. This time around, Vorapong Malahuan of Thailand found his way to the top of the podium in Race 1 of the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship that was held at Chang International Circuit. During the qualifying session in the morning, Piyawat Patoomyos of Thailand clocked in at 1’49:742s followed by Md Muzakkir Mohamed of Malaysia at 1’50:388s. Vorapong Malahuan, defending champion made his best at 1’50:935s. The riders were off to a fantastic start as soon as the race was flagged off. Vorapong immediately found the opportunity to strike and took the lead at turn one but was superseded by Ramdan who seemed confident striding aboard the TVS Apache RR310. Vorapong however struck back. In the second lap, Kerwin managed to loop himself ahead of the troop at the second sector and by the end of lap 2, Ramdan once again bolted ahead. By mid-race, Vorapong was back at the lead position. Nevertheless, he was strained by Malaysian duo Ramdan and Muzakkir and by the end of lap 5, Thai rider Piyawat emerged at P1. The pressure mounted with each lap and with two more laps to go, Ramdan faced issues with his machine consequently slowing him down. At the last lap, it was nip and tuck between Vorapong and Piyawat nevertheless, the Season 2022 champion was fiery in defending his title. As the last turn, he increased speed and bolted ahead clocking in at 14’55:442s. Commenting on the race, Vorapong said, “This place is really hot. At the starting grid too, it was super- hot! Yesterday was not so good for me as I couldn’t achieve a good lap time. But during the qualifying, I was more confident with my machine because I could obtain a better lap time. I am really happy to bag the first win for the season.” Taking the second spot on the podium was Piyawat Patoomyos of Thailand with his best time at 14’55:582s. Taiyo Saito of Japan took the third place on the podium, logging in at 14’59:756s. Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

It was a good start for the TVS Asia One Make Championship with riders in full form to mark their best  in the practice session. At the end of the day, it boils down to one man and this time around, Piyawat  Patoomyos of Thailand made the fastest in the combined practice at 1’50:012s.  The two practice sessions witnessed riders taking charge of their machines amidst the scorching heat  throughout the day. In practice session 1, Md Muzakkir Mohamed of Malaysia made the fastest when  he clocked in his best at 1’50:854s. The second and third fastest spot was filled up by Piyawat  Patoomyos of Thailand and Md Ramdan Rosli of Malaysia at 1’50:950s and 1’51:683s respectively.  In practice session 2, Piyawat took better control of his machine and emerged fastest at 1’50:012s while Muzakkir and Ramdan took the second and third fastest spots.  With his most recent lap time, Piyawat beat the rest with his speed in the combined result but he has  definitely found his closest rivalry among the Malaysian duo who logged their fastest time combined at 1’50:854s and 1’51:408s respectively.   Commenting on the practice session, Piyawat said, “The performance of the machine was very good.  At this point of time, I am not very confident but I take it one step at a time. The weather has been  extremely hot which also impacts the machine negatively especially with the power. Each lap that I take, it reduces the speed especially in practice 2. But, I still hope that I would be able to find my pace  tomorrow during the qualifying and race 1.” Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

Sweeping victory for Vorapong Malahuan of Thailand at the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship  (ARRC) last season as he carved a historical mark for TVS Asia One Make Championship. Quoted saying, “The race only takes 10 minutes but I have waited to become the Asian Champion over 10 years. This  is a new victory for me and I am truly grateful.”  With the new season just around the corner, it is a moment to redefine championship. During its debut  season, we witnessed power and prowess, interchangeable between man and machine. As TVS Asia  One Make Championship gears toward greater advancement and innovation in motorcycle revolution,  riders are flexing their muscles and inching towards yet another form of excellence. That’s motorcycle  racing championship in its essence.  So, what does the new season mean for Vorapong?  “I can never run away from the challenges in the race category as I foresee a competitive stride among  the robust riders. But my main aim is to defend my title and push towards a new record at each circuit.  After all, as a rider, I represent the TVS machine hence I will do my best to magnify the full capacities  of the machine. Since the testing at Chang International Circuit last year, TVS has gained numerous  data that can be applied this season to achieve better outcome. More importantly, we will be riding  on a machine geared with slick tires which means that there will be improvements in speed at the  corners.”  “I am not here only for the competition but even more so, to create a standard that would serve as a  benchmark for all the other riders in the TVS Asia One Make Championship.”  While the game plan remains the same for the existing Asian riders of the TVS Asia One Make  Championship, it may require practice for new entries like Md Ramdan Rosli and Md Muzakkir  Mohamed of Malaysia who will be taking a stance on the battlefield. It may not be an entirely new  challenge for the Malaysian duo who have been actively involved in the SS600 and AP250 classes  respectively, however riding aboard a TVS Apache RR310 may call for disparate set of manoeuvring  techniques.  Commenting on the upcoming season, Ramdan said, “It will be a much lower cc machine for me, but  I am looking forward to the new experience that TVS Asia has to offer. Time may be required to further  understand the new machine but the mind is prepared to enjoy the ride. It will not be an easy feat but  I am a go-getter – I always work towards improvements. There are many excellent riders in this  category and so, there is no room for complacency. With minimal data in hand, it is quite difficult to  predict the outcome but I believe that the more time I spend on the machine and the circuit will result  in an ideal performance.” Muzakkir commented, “TVS Asia will be an entirely different ballgame for me and that would be my  biggest challenge. I know that the machine is completely different from any of the machines I’ve  ridden. Adding on to that strain, I have never gotten the chance to test it before the start of the season  compared to the other riders who have already gained experience riding it last season. Having said  that, it’s a challenge that I am looking forward to. I would definitely like to take a step on the podium  but my fear of failure is always there. Nevertheless, I am confident with my abilities and my fitness level.” “Part of working towards the goal is by watching the TVS Asia races. Racing in the AP250 race category  is pretty similar in terms of the lap time and I use that as my guide. The fascinating aspect of the  machine is that it gets faster each round and that’s a fantastic progress. I certainly am excited and  can’t wait to get my hands on the machine!” Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

Since its debut in the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship, TVS Asia One Make Championship has witnessed its rider making phenomenal advancement in their riding skills. Vorapong Malahuan from Thailand made one last push towards the finish line, bagging the top spot on the podium in Race 2 of the season finale at Chang International Circuit. It was a good start once again for Vorapong who fled ahead of the troop as soon as the race begun. Watcharin stayed close behind and by the end of the second lap, Fugo Tanaka made his move to P1. By then, it seemed like Vorapong has decided to take a more relaxed approach as he slowly backed away to P7. He had nothing to lose considering his big win yesterday as the overall champion. The battle became more evident between Fugo Tanaka and Watcharin who were taking turns at P1. Meanwhile, James Frederick began making his moves as he tailed behind the duo. Into the sixth lap, James managed to slide ahead of Watcharin and for a moment took lead before Fugo struck back for his lead position. By the end of the sixth lap, Vorapong flaunted his skills as he made his way back up to P2.  In the seventh lap, Vorapong succeeded at P1. Fugo Tanaka, defeated went on a wild chase. With one more lap to go, the former began picking up speed and at the last turn, he dashed towards victory once again, marking his win at 15’12:815s with a total of 176 points. Commenting on the race, Vorapong said, “I was a little bit relaxed today. I made a new record this morning during the warm up session. During the race though, I faced a problem at turn three and I panicked. So, I slowed down and played safe. I had a lot of fun with today’s race. Nevertheless, I wanted to achieve yet another victory today as I am not sure if I would be back next year and I gave my best shot.” At the second spot was Fugo Tanaka of Japan, clocking in at 15’14:050s. Watcharing Tubtimon of Thailand took the third spot on the podium, logging in at 15’14:527s.