Underbone 150

Round 6 of the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship at the Chang International Circuit, Buriram, Thailand, witnessed an intense Race 2 in the UB150 category, where Thailand’s Peerapong Luiboonpeng of ONE FOR ALL clinched a dramatic home victory, while Husni Zainul Fuadzy secured the UB150 Overall Championship title for 2025. The race began with Ahmad Afif Amran of Pitsbike SuperFast JRT Rapido Racing Team making a solid launch to take the early lead, but with the nature of UB150 racing, positions changed rapidly from the very first lap. By Lap 2, all 27 riders were locked in a single large pack, with no one able to break away or create a meaningful gap. On Lap 3, Peerapong briefly took command before being overtaken by Fahmi Basam of YAMAHA LFN HP969 INDONESIA RACING TEAM. By Lap 5, Afif fought his way back to the front, while Fahmi and Dimas Juli Atmoko of RACETECH SIXTY Racing consistently kept themselves among the top group, navigating the chaos of the slipstream battles. Lap 6 saw Nazirul Izzat Md Bahauddin of UMA RACING YAMAHA MAJU MOTOR ASIA TEAM deliver the fastest lap of the race with a 2’02.132s, climbing from 15th to sixth. But in UB150, nothing was secure as the positions continued to shuffle turn by turn. Entering the final lap, the aggression intensified. Riders lunged from every angle in a desperate fight for victory. Ultimately, it was Thailand’s own Peerapong who emerged from the chaos to take the chequered flag on home soil with a winning time of 16’31.710s. John Emerson Inguito of 4S1M EVO YAMAHA Racing Team finished second at 16’31.778s, while Gupita Kresna Wardhana of ZIEAR LFN HP969 MCR RBT 34 secured third in 16’32.148s after a tight sprint to the line. Peerapong shared his joy, “This is my home soil, and I really wanted to prove myself. I believe in my team and in myself. Thank you to my team and to everyone who has supported me.” Meanwhile, the UB150 Overall Champion 2025, Husni shared, “This is my first season with this team, and Alhamdulillah, it has been a truly rewarding year. I hope I can maintain this position next season and in the years to come. Thank you to my boss, my team, and everyone who has supported me. I love you all!” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 2 1. PEERAPONG LUIBOONPENG – ONE FOR ALL (16’31.710s) 2. JOHN EMERSON INGUITO – 4S1M EVO YAMAHA Racing Team (16’31.778s) 3. GUPITA KRESNA WARDHANA – ZIEAR LFN HP969 MCR RBT 34 (16’32.148s) 4. AHMAD AFIF AMRAN – Pitsbike SuperFast JRT Rapido Racing Team (16’32.214s) 5. HUSNI ZAINUL FUADZY – ZIEAR LFN HP969 MCR RBT 34 (16’32.315s) TOP 5 – OVERALL RIDER STANDINGS 1. HUSNI ZAINUL FUADZY – ZIEAR LFN HP969 MCR RBT 34 (238 points) 2. FAHMI BASAM – YAMAHA LFN HP969 INDONESIA RACING TEAM (148 points) 3. AHMAD AFIF AMRAN – Pitsbike SuperFast JRT Rapido Racing Team (138 points) 4. DIMAS JULI ATMOKO – RACETECH SIXTY Racing (129 points) 5. ADYTYA FAUZI – JPNW SND FACTORY RACING (96 points) TOP 5 – OVERALL TEAM STANDINGS 1. ZIEAR LFN HP969 MCR RBT 34 (316 points)2. YAMAHA LFN HP969 INDONESIA RACING TEAM (224 points) 3. Pitsbike Superfast JRT Rapido Racing Team (210 points) 4. RACETECH SIXTY Racing (195 points) 5. 4S1M EVO YAMAHA Racing Team (166 points)

Round 6 of the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship 2025 delivered an action-packed Race 1 in the UB150 class at the Chang International Circuit, Buriram, Thailand, with overall champion, Husni Zainul Fuadzy of ZIEAR LFN HP969 MCR RBT 34 claimed victory. From the race start, Malaysia’s Ahmad Afif Amran of Pitsbike Superfast JRT Racing Team rocketed to the front and controlled the early pace. However, as typical of the fiercely competitive UB150 class, positions behind him shuffled rapidly through the opening turns. By Lap 2, Muhammad Adib Arsyad Mohd Hisam of UMA RACING YAMAHA MAJU MOTOR ASIA seized the lead, forcing Afif momentarily down to ninth. But the Malaysian star quickly regrouped and stormed back to the front on Lap 3, rejoining the lead pack. The race intensified on Lap 5, when Indonesia’s Fahmi Basam of YAMAHA LFN HP969 INDONESIA RACING TEAM clocked the fastest lap time 2’01.128s to latch onto the front group. Constant position exchanges among Afif, Fahmi, Dimas Juli Atmoko of RACETECH SIXTY Racing, Peerapong Luiboonpeng of ONE FOR ALL, and Wahyu Aji Trilaksana kept the race wide open. By Lap 7, Afif reclaimed the lead once again, though no rider managed to break away as the massive lead group remained tightly packed heading into the decisive final lap. As riders launched their last-lap attacks, the battle for victory remained completely unpredictable. Coming into the final turn, disaster struck as Masato fell on the inside line, triggering a chain reaction that caused Afif, Wahyu, Dimas, and Md Amirul Ariff Musa of MAEZTRO NWN SCK HONDA RACING TEAM to crash out, abruptly removing several podium contenders from the fight. The race concluded with Husni chequered flag for victory with a time of 16’26.211s. Fadli Rigani of YAMAHA LFN HP969 INDONESIA RACING TEAM secured second at 16’26.330s, while Adytya Fauzi of JPNW SND FACTORY RACING completed the podium in 16’26.850s. Husni said, “Alhamdulillah, Race 1 went smoothly. Today was truly my lucky day, and I’m grateful that on the last lap I managed to overtake all my competitors. Thank you to my team, my wife, and my family for all their support. And to my manager, this victory is my birthday gift for you!” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1 1. HUSNI ZAINUL FUADZY – ZIEAR LFN HP969 MCR RBT 34 (16’26.211s) 2. FADLI RIGANI – YAMAHA LFN HP969 INDONESIA RACING TEAM (16’26.330s) 3. ADYTYA FAUZI – JPNW SND FACTORY RACING (16’26.850s) 4. SHAHROL SYAZRAS SHAHROL YUZY – ESTREMO YUZY ASIA TEAM (16’27.011s) 5. APRIL KING MASCARDO – UMA MMR YAMAHA PHILIPPINE RACING TEAM (16’27.057s)

Round 6 of the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship 2025 kicked off today at the Chang International Circuit, Buriram, Thailand, The UB150 class witnessed the riders pushing to find the perfect rhythm during the practice sessions. Dimas Juli Atmoko of RACETECH SIXTY Racing showcased his strong pace, topping the combined practice results with a blistering 1’59.396s lap set in Practice 1. Fresh off a strong performance in previous rounds, Dimas carried his momentum into Chang International Circuit, stamping his authority early in the weekend and positioning himself as the rider to beat ahead of tomorrow’s Qualifying session. Close behind, Husni Zainul Fuadzy of ZIEAR LFN HP969 MCR RBT 34 secured second overall with 1’59.696s, just 0.300 seconds behind Dimas. Fahmi Basam of YAMAHA LFN HP969 INDONESIA RACING TEAM completed the top three fastest after clocking 1’59.769s, showing strong consistency across both Practice 1 and Practice 2. Ahmad Afif Amran of Pitsbike Superfast JRT Racing Team posted 1’59.788s to secure fourth, while Thailand’s home hero Peerapong Luiboonpeng of ONE FOR ALL rounded out the top five with 2’00.186s. Dimas said, “Alhamdulillah, in Practice 1 I managed to record a 1’59.396s lap. In Practice 2 I tested the spare machine, which I have never raced on before, and clocked a 2’01.309s. My preparations for tomorrow are focused on Qualifying and fighting for pole position and everything has been set on my side. I hope that with the strategy and preparation we have put in, we can achieve the results we are aiming for in this round.” TOP 5 FASTEST – COMBINED PRACTICE RESULT 1. DIMAS JULI ATMOKO – RACETECH SIXTY Racing (1’59.396s) 2. HUSNI ZAINUL FUADZY -ZIEAR LFN HP969 MCR RBT 34 (1’59.696s) 3. FAHMI BASAM – YAMAHA LFN HP969 INDONESIA RACING TEAM (1’59.769s) 4. AHMAD AFIF AMRAN – Pitsbike Superfast JRT Racing Team (1’59.788s) 5. PEERAPONG LUIBOONPENG – ONE FOR ALL (2’00.186s)

  Husni Zainul Fuadzy of ZIEAR LFN HP969 MCR RBT 34 claimed the championship title early and in style for the Underbone 150cc race category of IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship during Round 5 which leaves the 1st runner up a hot, second most sought after spot among the riders. But only one will make it and among the top three contenders, Fahmi Basam of YAMAHA LFN HP969 INDONESIA RACING TEAM, Ahmad Afif Amran of Pitsbike Superfast JRT Rapido Racing Team and Dimas Juli Atmoko of RACETECH SIXTY RACING, it is unclear who will most likely bag the limelight considering the close contention. Malaysian rider, Afif may not have taken the spotlight in the beginning of the season, more so with a double “DNF” between Round 2 and Round 3 however, the rider made headlines when he banked in 50 points on his home-ground circuit, instantly placing him among those in contention for the 1st runner up position. Currently sitting third in the overall standings with a total of 125 points, he has two situations to deal with – one, to steer closer towards the 1st runner up spot and another, to eliminate possibilities of dropping down a notch. Clearly, it would be a tough bet considering Fahmi’s and Dimas’ level of competencies which are equivalent to that of Afif’s. During Round 1, all three of them fought the raging fury on the final turn before wrapping up the weekend with a podium-finish each. This further accentuates the anticipation of rivalry, brewing silently before the final showdown and for those under the pressure, it would be a test that either breaks or makes them. The UB150 race category is not one to mess with especially with its unpredictable nature so, will this be a matter of luck of brilliance? Commenting on the upcoming race, Afif said, “I will use the experiences that I have gained to manage and overcome any kind of challenges, if I can and also to find the best possible machine setup for the race. Of course, I do understand the possibilities that are endless – the nature of the race itself being unpredictable. For now, I will not deny that my machine is in an optimised condition so there may not be major changes on that. The tricky bit is that, all teams have their strengths, with different capacities and they might just find the right setup for their machines at the very least expected time. So, I have to always be aware of the possible outcomes and keep focused on my goal.” “Personally, I don’t think I have much advantage on Chang circuit because all the riders have their own data and they are all aware of the layout and techniques that is most effective on the circuit ground. All I can do is my version of the best – use my very own insights and professional capacity to avoid errors and minimise risks at all cost. Frankly, the last two races were exceptional because my team has found the right setup for Sepang ground. But for Chang, I am confident that Fahmi and Dimas will put on their best show. They are strong contenders with great experience – brilliant in their strategies and manoeuvrings, so the final showdown is going to be a tough one. I just want to complete the race and collect as much points as I can for the championship. If this season doesn’t work for me, I will do better in the next – and that’s how I plan to end the season.”

Round 5 of the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship brought an electrifying conclusion to the UB150 class at the Sepang International Circuit, as Malaysia’s Ahmad Afif Amran of Pitsbike Superfast JRT Rapido Racing Team stormed to victory in Race 2, while Indonesia’s Husni Zainul Fuadzy of ZIEAR LFN HP969 MCR RBT 34 secured the overall UB150 Championship title for the 2025 season. At the race start, Afif launched superbly to take the lead, with Husni close behind. Early drama struck when Ahmad Fazrul Sham of CARDINALS Factory YAMAHA ZYNERGYS Racing Team ARRC collided with Shahrol Syazras Shahrol Yuzy of ESTREMO YUZY ASIA TEAM, forcing Fazrul out of contention. By Lap 2, Husni and his teammate Gupita Kresna Wardhana took control at the front, with Afif and his teammate Md Akid Aziz from Pitsbike Superfast JRT Rapido Racing Team in close pursuit. The pack remained tight, with no rider able to break away as positions shuffled at every corner. On Lap 4, Peerapong Luiboonpeng of ONE FOR ALL surged into the lead, though the relentless pressure from the front group ensured the race remained wide open. The battle intensified further on Lap 5, with constant changes at the sharp end of the field.The decisive moment came on the final lap. As the group powered into the last corner, Fahmi Basam of YAMAHA LFN HP969 INDONESIA RACING TEAM looked poised for victory, sprinting ahead. However, Afif found an opening, unleashing a blistering drive to the line and snatching victory by just 0.006s with a winning time of 15’45.824s. Fahmi had to settle for second at 15’45.830s, while M. Syirat Sauki of 4S1M EVO YAMAHA Racing Team completed the podium at 15’45.977s. It was a double delight for Afif, who sealed both Race 1 and Race 2 wins in Sepang. However, the bigger celebration belonged to Husni, who was officially crowned the 2025 UB150 Champion after collecting 202 points, 62 points clear of runner-up Fahmi Basam, an unassailable margin with one round remaining. Husni said, “Alhamdulillah, all praise to God. I am grateful to my family who have prayed for me. Through the prayers of my family and friends in Indonesia, I was able to become the ARRC champion this season. To my team and my boss, thank you very much for giving me this valuable opportunity. In today’s race, I made a small mistake on the last lap, but Alhamdulillah, the most important thing is that I managed to secure the championship title in Race 2.” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 2

Round 5 of the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship 2025 delivered a thrilling Race 1 in the UB150 class at the Sepang International Circuit, with Malaysian Ahmad Afif Amran of Pitsbike Superfast JRT Rapido Racing Team producing a stunning late-race charge to claim victory on home soil. Afif made a strong start, initially taking the lead, but the opening corners saw rapid position changes as the pack jostled for supremacy. By Lap 2, Afif regained the lead, closely shadowed by Indonesia’s Gupita Kresna Wardhana of ZIEAR LFN HP969 MCR RBT 34, Dimas Juli Atmoko of RACETECH SIXTY Racing, Peerapong Luiboonpeng of ONE FOR ALL, and April King Mascardo of UMA MMR YAMAHA PHILIPPINE RACING TEAM. Peerapong later slowed with technical issues and retired from the race. Lap 3 saw Afif drop to ninth in split seconds, with Wahyu Aji Trilaksana of RACETECH SIXTY Racing leading, before April made a bold move to take the front. On Lap 4, Danial Damar of YAMAHA LFN HP969 INDONESIA RACING TEAM surged ahead, while Afif recovered to second, maintaining relentless pressure. The tightly packed group continued to swap positions, with all riders separated by less than a second.By Lap 5, Adytya Fauzi of JPNW SND FACTORY RACING, who served penalty by starting from pit lane, charged up to second position, setting the stage for an electrifying finale. On the final lap, Afif unleashed a masterful attack, accelerating past the group and creating an uncatchable 1.358s gap to claim the checkered flag in 15’43.856s. Fahmi Basam of YAMAHA LFN HP969 INDONESIA RACING TEAM held on for second at 15’45.070s, while Husni Zainul Fuadzy of ZIEAR LFN HP969 MCR RBT 34 completed the podium in 15’45.075s. Ahmad Afif commented, “At the beginning of the lap, I tried to break away but wasn’t successful, so I had to stay in the front group first. On the last lap, I tried once again and bet on it. I pushed a bit too early at the first turn, usually riders push at Sector 3 or Sector 4. I tried to take that chance and make the most of it, and Alhamdulillah, I saw the gap growing and just maintained the speed until the finish line. I believe tomorrow’s race will be even tougher, so I need to plan a new strategy because today they might have figured out mine. Let’s see how tomorrow’s race will turn out. Thank you to the team, and not forgetting the crew who worked very hard this year. Alhamdulillah, in this round we managed to be on the podium.” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1

Round 5 of the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship 2025 happened today at the Sepang International Circuit, Malaysia, witnessed riders battled both the heat and the technical track in the opening two practice sessions for UB150 class. After a fiercely competitive day, it was Indonesia’s Dimas Juli Atmoko of RACETECH SIXTY Racing who emerged as the fastest rider overall. Dimas stamped his authority in Practice 2 with a blistering 2’32.015s, edging ahead of a strong field and setting the benchmark for the weekend. Close on his heels was compatriot Gupita Kresna Wardhana of ZIEAR LFN HP969 MCR RBT 34, who combined consistent pace across both sessions to secure second overall with 2’32.789s. Fahmi Basam of YAMAHA LFN HP969 INDONESIA RACING TEAM claimed third at 2’33.024s, showing solid speed and adaptation to the hot conditions. Rounding out the top five were Ahmad Afif Amran of Pitsbike Superfast JRT Racing Team in fourth at 2’33.571s and Md Akid Aziz, also of Pitsbike Superfast JRT Racing Team, in fifth with the lap time of 2’33.643s. Dimas commented, “During Practice 1 and Practice 2, Alhamdulillah, the results were very positive for my preparation for the Superpole session. My mechanics and team always strive to improve from the previous races. I also feel more motivated after winning the race in Mandalika. For this race, I hope I can reach the podium and score more points. I will continue to work hard for good results.” TOP 5 FASTEST – PRACTICE (COMBINED)

Without a shadow of doubt, the road to stardom for Husni Zainul Fuadzy of ZIEAR LFN HP969 MCR RBT 34 in the Underbone 150cc race category is paved in gold and while he lost his chances of claiming the crown early at Mandalika, his moment to shine may just show up in Round 5 at Sepang International Circuit. What spins the narratives differently though is the story of Fahmi Basam of YAMAHA LFN HP969 INDONESIA RACING TEAM and Dimas Juli Atmoko of RACETECH SIXTY RACING who will take their battle to the next level for the 1st runner spot. After his double-win, Dimas quickly scaled three spots up to the third place, with only a 3-point difference with his closest contender Fahmi who currently graces the second spot. But turning the tables around may not be a completely easy task in the UB150 race category known for its highly competitive battlefield and unpredictability, especially with a rival fully equipped with the capacities needed to maintain his game plan. Over the course of eight races, Fahmi has not only showcased his prowess but has also stepped up onto the podium five times, making him one of the finest contenders to the troop of riders. Dimas on the other hand is not bad himself considering the three podium-finish he obtained to-date however what could be a concerning factor in the upcoming round is his double DNF on Sepang grounds in round 2. Could he overcome the fears of possible shortcomings, keep up to his winning momentum and glide to a celebratory finish at Sepang? Not forgetting the likes of Malaysian teammates, Ahmad Afif Amran and Md Akid Aziz of PITSBIKE SUPERFAST JRT RACING TEAM who are sure to speed up on their familiar grounds. Commenting further, Dimas said, “The win at Mandalika was definitely attributed to the machine condition especially since we have been working hard to fine-tune the setup from the beginning of the season. The difference back then and now, I would say is that, I was too hesitant to take risky moves due to the regulations. For the coming round at Sepang, thankfully, we already have data from the previous race. Maybe back then it was not my lucky day, or maybe, I did not have it in me. But right now, more so with the double-win, I am more confident and I think I can do well enough to take a step up on the podium.” “With a 3-point difference, my motivation level has fired up. I finally stand a chance to be at the top three positions. Of course, racing to the top is not possible at the moment but surely, the top three spots are still open for contention. Racing is not always about skills and speed, especially in the Underbone race category whereby everyone is on par in terms of competency and everyone has a chance to strike the iron while its hot. It also has a lot to do with luck too. I am prepared physically and mentally and I will for sure give my all to hit my target. The only thing I hope for now is that luck will be on my side as well by God’s grace.”

Round 4 of the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship witnessed yet another thrilling battle in the UB150 category at the Mandalika International Circuit, where Indonesian hero Dimas Juli Atmoko of RACETECH SIXTY Racing stormed to his second win of the weekend in front of a jubilant home crowd. At the start, Ahmad Fazrul Sham of CARDINALS Factory YAMAHA ZYNERGYS Racing Team ARRC got away cleanly but was quickly challenged by Fahmi Basam of YAMAHA LFN HP969 INDONESIA RACING TEAM. The early stages saw constant position changes at every turn, though Dimas remained firmly within the leading group, showing strong consistency. Drama unfolded on Lap 4 when Filipino rider Masato Fernando of KOBY SEC YAMAHA RACING TEAM crashed while April King Mascardo of UMA MMR YAMAHA PHILIPPINE RACING TEAM went down but managed to rejoin the race. Meanwhile, Ahmad Afif Amran of Pitsbike Superfast JRT Racing Team set the fastest lap of the race with a blistering 1’55.016s but was soon overtaken by Adytya Fauzi of JPNW SND FACTORY RACING and Danial Damar of YAMAHA LFN HP969 INDONESIA RACING TEAM, with Dimas quickly clawing his way back to the front. By Lap 7, the lead group shuffled once again, with Fahmi, Dimas, Peerapong Luiboonpeng of ONE FOR ALL, John Emerson of 4S1M EVO YAMAHA Racing Team, and Afif all locked in a tight contest. In the decisive final lap, Mandalika erupted as Dimas made his move, edging out his rivals to cross the finish line first in 15’35.558s, sealing a memorable double win at his home circuit. Just 0.026 seconds behind, Husni secured second place in 15’35.584s, while Fahmi claimed third at 15’35.594s to round off the podium. Dimas said, “Alhamdulillah, I was able to be the best again. Winning Race 1 already meant so much, and to win Race 2 as well, in front of my home fans, is truly unforgettable. I am very thankful to my team and especially to my family who supported me here, most of all to my father, this victory is for him.” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 2

Race 1 of Round 4 in the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship at the Mandalika International Circuit, Indonesia delivered a thriller in the UB150 category, with home hero Dimas Juli Atmoko of RACETECH SIXTY Racing producing a sensational fightback to claim his first-ever victory in the championship. The opening lap was nothing short of chaos. While Ahmad Afif Amran of Pitsbike Superfast JRT Racing Team stormed into an early lead, the race saw a dramatic incident when April King Mascardo of UMA MMR YAMAHA PHILIPPINE RACING TEAM and Md Syamil Amsyar M Iffende of CARDINALS Factory YAMAHA ZYNERGYS Racing Team ARRC went down, forcing a shake-up in the chasing pack. A slow getaway from Dimas only added to the drama, but the Indonesian refused to give in. By Lap 2, Afif continued to control the front, but the intensity of the group meant positions were constantly changing. Fahmi Basam of YAMAHA LFN HP969 INDONESIA RACING TEAM lit up the timing sheets on Lap 3 with a blistering fastest lap of 1’55.626s, propelling himself into the lead and igniting a wheel-to-wheel contest involving more than half a dozen riders. The action reached boiling point on Lap 4 as Dimas attempted to break away from the group, only to be reeled back in, while Husni Zainul Fuadzy of ZIEAR LFN HP969 MCR RBT 34 quietly edged his way into podium contention. With every corner offering new overtakes, the 8-lap sprint turned into a test of nerves and precision. Everything came down to the final lap. In front of a roaring home crowd, Dimas launched a daring move on the last corner, seizing the lead and holding his line to the chequered flag with a winning time of 15’34.548s. Husni shadowed him across the line, just 0.080s adrift, while Fahmi secured third place only 0.039s further back, underlining the narrow margins that defined the race. Dimas teared up and said, “I am truly very grateful to be on the top of the podium. I’m so touched because this is my very first time finishing number one on the Asian stage. From Practice 1, 2, and Qualifying, I was able to get good results. Thank you to my team and crew, to my wife and child who came here to support me, and to my parents—especially my father who allowed me to race. Alhamdulillah, father, I’m number one, father! Let’s keep the spirit alive!” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1 1. DIMAS JULI ATMOKO – RACETECH SIXTY Racing (15:34.548s) 2. HUSNI ZAINUL FUADZY – ZIEAR LFN HP969 MCR RBT 34 (15:34.628s) 3. FAHMI BASAM – YAMAHA LFN HP969 INDONESIA RACING TEAM (15:34.667s) 4. WAHYU AJI TRILAKSANA – RACETECH SIXTY Racing (15:35.302s) 5. AHMAD AFIF AMRAN – Pitsbike Superfast JRT Racing Team (15:35.434s)