Underbone 150

The riders of the Underbone 150cc race category were in full form this afternoon with the mission to conclude the final race victoriously at Chang International Circuit. However, the win was not for all but only for one who was able to prove his worth. This time around, it was Md Hafiza Rofa of ONEXOX TKKR RACING TEAM. With more than twenty riders cramping up the racing line, it was tough to judge who will make the cut. Race 1 was nevertheless mind-blowing when Shafiq who was out of sight worked his way into the winning spot with tight margins. While Haziq and Wawan was seen more often throughout the laps among the top 5 riders, Shafiq was strategizing to strike. That worked when he barged ahead of Haziq with Wawan right behind. As soon as the race flagged off, the troop gathered in a tight line with Wawan Wello taking lead at turn 1 before Hafiza and Fazli Sham went ahead. By the end of lap 1, Izzat Zaidi came into action with Wahyu close behind. By the end of lap 3, Pilipino lad, Gian Carlo took charge but was quickly superseded by Malaysian, Haziq Fairues. Between slip-streaming and the ability to strike at the right time, the riders were in endless exchange of positions. The Underbone race category can be quite a trick but maintaining consistency among the frontliners is essential to avoid losing the momentum. With one more lap to go, the battle was heated up. At the eighth turn, Wawan was ahead with Hafiza following close behind. At the last turn, Izzat sled in between Hafiza and Wawan and made it second while Hafiza who overtook before the final turn made it first at 16’31:171s. Commenting on the race, Hafiza said, “It was a tough fight today. The riders were vigorous but I tried to push in the last two laps to catch up with the middle group before I went for the win. My team and crew members have prepared a fantastic machine and I thank them for it.” Md Izzat Zaidi of CARDINALS FACTORY RACING TEAM ARRC clocked in at 16’31:275s. Wawan Wello of PITSBIKE JRT TECH 2 ONEWAY RACING TEAM made third at 16’31:418s. Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

It was a neck-to-neck battle of Asia’s best in the Underbone 150cc race category during Race 1 of the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship held at Chang International Circuit. Md Shafiq Rasol of ONEXOX TKKR RACING TEAM made his first cut for the season when he bragged victory. Earlier this morning, Md Hafiza Rofa of ONEXOX TKKR RACING TEAM made the fastest lap time at 2’02:176s in the Superpole session. Wawan Wello of PITSBIKE JRT TECH 2 ONEWAY RACING TEAM hit it at 2’02:508s while Md Izzat Zaidi of CARDINALS FACTORY RACING TEAM ARRC recorded his fastest lap time at 2’03:828s. While the pole position may not pose a significant advantage in the Underbone race category, it however sets a tone to the race. The race flagged off with the troop making a bolt to find the best position. Wawan Wello however was quick to find his pace as he took lead after turn one. However, mid lap 2, Ahmad Fazli Sham managed to pressure his way into P1. Hafiza who was then out of sight in the top 5 group picked up pace and emerged at P1. The competition was stiff as riders looped in and out of the top 3 position. Mid-race, Izam Ikmal took lead before Wawan Wello took his shot ahead. However, Izam managed to up his pace back into P1. With one more lap to go, Wawan Wello took lead but was struck by Nazirul Izzat and Murobbil Vittoni. By turn 5, Haziq Fairues took lead with a gap that kept his away from the troop trailing him. He held on fiercely but was superseded by Shafiq Rasol from the inside before the duo engaged in one final battle for the win. Md Shafiq Rasol of ONEXOX TKKR RACING TEAM clocked in at 16’31:851s. Commenting on the race, Shafiq said, “First of all, thank you to my team for the opportunity to race in this category. During the first few laps, I took my time among the back group. I did not push myself too much. It was not until the last few laps that I worked on my moves to take lead. That worked for me!” Md Haziq Md Fairues of UMA RACING YAMAHA MAJU MOTOR ASIA TEAM came close behind at 16’31:863s. Third place on the podium went to Wawan Wello of PITSBIKE JRT TECH 2 ONEWAY RACING TEAM logged in at 16’31:909s. Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

It was a fiery morning with the sound of the Underbone 150cc race category machines filling up the  air. As the day went by, Nazirul Izzat Md Bahauddin of UMA RACING YAMAHA MAJU MOTOR ASIA  TEAM emerged fastest in the combined practice session held at the Chang International Circuit, with  his best time at 1’59:120s.  In Practice 1 this morning, the top 3 fastest spots were marked by Yamaha riders with Nazirul Izzat marking fastest followed by Md Hafiza Rofa of ONEXOX TKKR RACING TEAM at 1’59:661s and teammate Ahmad Fazli Sham at 1’59:686s.   In the afternoon, as the riders were further fuelled, Fazli Sham braced the scorching heat to showcase  his strengths consequently made his fastest at 1’59:706s. At second and third fastest, it was Murobbil  Vittoni of LFN H. Putra 969 Indonesia Racing Team, logging in at 2’00:202s and Wawan Wello of  PITSBIKE JRT TECH 2 ONEWAY RACING TEAM with his best at 2’00:443s. The combined result however placed Nazirul at the top. Taking the second fastest with the combined  result was Hafiza Rofa with his best for the day at 1’59:661 while at the third fastest was teammate,  Fazli Sham with his fastest time for the day at 1’59:686s.  Commenting on this lap time, Nazirul said, “In the morning, the weather was not too bad. But in the  noon, it became extremely hot which makes it difficult to find the right setup of the machine. With  Race 1 to be held in the afternoon tomorrow, it worries me as the weather is expected to be similar  to what it was today but I will try to do my best.”  “I am good with high-speed track and Chang International Circuit has many turns and long straights.  It is also a little technical hence we have to strategize to ensure that we are able to compete  competitively.” Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

It was a celebratory note for fans in Indonesia when Wahyu Aji Trilaksana made justice for ONEXOX TKKR Racing Team with the champion trophy in hand at the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship (ARRC) for the Underbone 150cc race category. Come new season, Wahyu will embark on a new venture in ARRC with RACETECH SIXTY Racing team in a bid for greater success. Commenting on the move, Wahyu said, “Season 2022 was not an easy one. We had numerous ups and downs between races including crashes and engine failures. But, key to these unavoidable circumstances is being consistent and to trust that the team knows best. This season, I am more confident but we hope that luck will be on our side too.” “Teaming up with a new team is not really new for me after all as I have been working with them in the National Championship. I have strong faith in them and know that they will work their best in terms of the machine. The machine will be similar except that the setup will be a different. We hope for a better suspension that would enhance its characteristics. At the end of the day, we want to be excellent, consistently.” It’s the risk-taking, the pump of adrenaline rush and robust moves as riders go on full-throttle to be ahead of the troop that makes UB150 race category an ever-exciting feat in ARRC. The riders of Yamaha and Honda knows what it takes to pull a stunner that will leave their fans awed. As we count the days to the season opener, riders and teams from the Asian continent are buckled down to meet their goals for the year. Md Izzat Zaidi was merely one point shy of taking the winning glory last season. Pits JRT OneWay was a booster to an enhanced performance for Izzat. While he bagged more wins last season compared to the likes of his rival, this season is about rescripting his approaches, upping his performances and rewriting his accomplishments with CARDINALS FACTORY RACING TEAM. Could this season be his to celebrate? Izzat is inspired and confident but it’s the wild and unpredictable nature of the UB150 race category that needs to be tackled and tamed. Izzat said, “There were a number of successful moments last season, personally but in the Underbone 150cc challenge, it is beyond the speed of the machine and dexterity. That is the beauty of the race category. Everyone has a chance to win therefore each round matters. And in each round, its about being 100% focused.” “Being in a new team, I hope to adapt as soon as possible and hopefully during the pre-season test, we will be able to fine tune the machine and find the right setup needed for the machine. I will aim to be the best. I missed out on the chances of claiming the victorious title by just 1 point and so, I hope that this year would be my year to celebrate!” In the Philippines, it was the sound of cheer from fans who were treated to April King Mascardo’s final accomplishment for the season when he made third overall on the chart. Teaming up with UMA Racing MMR YAMAHA Philippines once again, April is not about to miss his opportunities to strike and claim. The Philipino lad is equipped with the experience but so are the rest of the twenty-three riders in the UB150 race category. Will April make the cut this season? As April said, “Being in the 3rd place overall is already a huge achievement for me and my team. I consider it an award for a great teamwork. The win has definitely boosted my confidence. I am more hopeful that nothing is impossible with hard work and sheer determination. Along with that, I also believe that being attentive and alert is crucial. We have to be wise in making the right moves and this season, I hope to work with the experiences I have gained.” “My only goal is to make my fellow Philippine citizens proud and bring home the bacon! To be able to do that, it is a lot of practice and hard training. I do a lot of cycling and play basketball to build my stamina. My team has been a solid support system, more like a family who has given me the right supplements to fuel my aspirations. They are the best I can ask for.” Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

The nerve-wrecking performance of riders in the Underbone 150cc race category always been one of the greatest highlights that kept audience glued to their seats. Ahmad Fazli Sham of ONEXOX TKKR Racing Team made a stunning rush to the finish line and grabbed victory in Race 2 of Round 5, FIM Asia Road Racing Championship held at Chang International Circuit. The riders revved off to a fleeting start, aligning themselves in positions that would provide them the best opportunity to strike. With the nature of the Underbone 150cc race category being highly unpredictable, the riders have to be quick in their thoughts and moves to secure a position that would serve them best. In the midst of the chaos among the riders, Syafiq Rosli managed to break himself away from the troop of riders leaving a gap of 1.641s in between a group of four riders trailing behind. Towards the end of the fourth lap, Fazli Sham who was at P2 began inching closer towards Syafiq. In the following lap, Fazli overtook Syafiq but before the lap ended, Shafiq struck back for P1. Mid race, the rain hit the grounds of the circuit once again. Nevertheless, the riders were undefeated. They kept their focus on the highly competitive feat. By the end of the seventh lap, it was a close battle between Fazli Sham, Syafiq Rosli, Hafiza Rofa and Hafid.   With one more lap to go, Fazli Sham took lead before Syafiq eased his way back into P1 at turn seven. By then, the fight for the top spot heated up between the duo. At the last turn, Fazli Sham made a brilliant move from the inside before picking up speed towards the finish line. He clocked in at 17’40:433s. Commenting on the race, Fazli Sham said, “I would like to thank the team for the unending effort towards making this possible. It was a tough race I would say. Mid race however, I realised that there was a wide gap behind me so I stayed focused on what lied ahead of me. I am grateful that luck was on my side this time around.” Mohammad Syafiq Rosli of UMA Racing YAMAHA Maju Motor Asia Team took the second spot, with a gap of 0.336s and his best at 17’40:769s. Md Hafiza Rofa of ONEXOX TKKR Racing Team took the third spot, clocking in at 17’40:679s. With the final race, Wahyu Aji Trilaksana of ONEXOX TKKR Racing Team was crowned the Asian Champion for the season. Commenting on the championship, Wahyu said, “I don’t know what to say but I am pleased to have won the championship title. I thank my team for the hard work that was put into this championship. Also, the great support from family and fans in Indonesia. God has definitely been good to me and has blessed me abundantly.”

It is a ride that pushes riders beyond their limits while keeping them completely focused on the many unexpected possibilities. The Underbone 150cc race category concluded Race 1 with a celebratory moment for April King Mascardo of UMA Racing MMR YAMAHA Philippines at Round 5 of FIM Asia Road Racing Championship held in Chang International Circuit. Hafiza began the chapter of today’s race as the pole man. At the second spot on the grid was April King. Meanwhile, Nazirul took the third spot on the grid. In the highly competitive feat, the battle foresaw numerous switches of positions between riders. Just as expected, by the end of lap one, while Hafiza retained his position at P1, April King was replaced by Fazli Sham and Nazirul dropped a few positions down. Nevertheless, the riders were fuelled with a mission to win. By the end of the third lap, Nazirul clocked in fastest followed by Fazli Sham at P2 and April King at P3. As the tension raised, the riders were even more determined to re-angle their positions and find the opportunity to strike. By the end of the fifth lap, Wahyu Aji emerged fastest. As the race continued, counting down lap-by-lap to its completion, the riders pumped with adrenaline went on with great dexterity coupled with experience to prove their worth in what was known as one of the toughest and unpredictable race categories. By the last lap, the heat was amplified as the Underbone riders went on a full-throttle after the last turn. April King, Izzat Zaidi and Syafiq Rosli made their final dash towards the finish line but it seemed like April King Mascardo of UMA Racing MMR YAMAHA Philippines had what it took to make it first, today. He logged in his fastest at 16’26:574s. Commenting on the race, April said, “I was super nervous on the grid earlier however when the race begun, I kept my focus on the race throughout. I thank all my fans from the Philippines and also my team, YAMAHA Philippines for the endless support given to us.” Izzat Zaidi of Pitsbike JRT OneWay made it to the second spot on the podium when he clocked in at 16’26:755s. At the third spot was Syafiq Rosli of UMA Racing YAMAHA Maju Motor Asia Team who clocked in at 16’26:787s.

A striking resemblance among all riders of the Underbone 150cc race category of the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship, taking strides to clock in their best lap time. Among them, the one who stood out most today was Ahmad Fazli Sham of ONEXOX TKKR Racing Team who made the fastest lap time, combined for the day in the free practice sessions held at Chang International Circuit. Riding aboard the Yamaha Y15 ZR, Fazli seemed to have established a fine connection with the circuit when he made the fastest lap time in the second practice session at 2’00:922s. In the first practice session, he clocked in his fastest at 2’02:522s. Fazli has definitely gained more confidence since his first podium in Race 2 of Round 4 which was held at Sepang. Although this season may not have been a fruitful one for Fazli, he seemed to have found his pace well during the practice sessions and emerged fastest today. Fazli is currently at the thirteenth spot in the overall standings with a total of 40 points. Commenting on the session, Fazli said, “I am very pleased with the results and with the setup of the machine. However, there needs a little tweaking at the back for better grip.” “For the qualifying session tomorrow, I will try my best to retain my momentum to be at least at the top three position or even top five so that I would be more confident for the Super Pole session.” At the second fastest place was Nazirul Izzat Md Bahauddin of UMA Racing YAMAHA Maju Motor Asia Team who logged in at 2’01:145s. He currently sits at the fourth spot in the overall standings with a total of 73 points. Nazirul made his fastest lap time in the second practice session. In his first, he clocked in his fastest at 2’02:459s. Coming in at the third fastest spot was Gupita Kresna of 4S1M YAMAHA Racing Team. Riding aboard the Yamaha Sniper 150, he made his fastest at 2’01:494s in the first practice session. In the second practice session, Gupita recorded his fastest at 2’01:887s.

The Underbone 150cc is a game changer for many successful riders in the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship who seeks to advance further in their professional pathways. Wahyu Aji Trilaksana of ONEXOX TKKR Racing Team has definitely showcased a progressive transformation throughout the years within this race category and is close to making history for himself in Round 5 at the Chang International Circuit this weekend. The Indonesian lad has come a long way in the arena of the Underbone race category. In 2016, he made a name for himself when he reigned as champion in the Underdone 130cc race category. As the Underbone machines evolved to a bigger capacity, so did Wahyu. He went on with his venture into the Underbone 150cc in its debut season and completed it with an impressive note at thesecond spot overall. In 2018 however, Wahyu faced setbacks that pulled him down the rank order to the eighth spot in the overall standings. Nevertheless, every unfulfilled expectation brings with it valuable lessons for greater successes. As he went on to the following season, he found his momentum and strengthened his abilities to manoeuvre in a race category known for its dense nature and vague possibilities. In 2019, Wahyu took a climb up the rank and made it at the fourth spot overall. As a rider, success is evident in its winning title. Wahyu has reflected improvements in his riding styles and has also projected his ability to utilise the right strategies at the right time. This season, he made a step onto the podium six times including one win which has placed him at the top spot overall with a total of 126 points. Commenting on the season, “After two years of not racing, this year has been good. I was able to learn from mistakes. Usually, I learn it from watching YouTube videos on ARRC. I realised that I have been too ambitious so this season has really given me the opportunity to enjoy the moment when I ride. Of course, I also tried as much as possible to be consistent and with the good communicationand understanding between myself and the team, it has been a fruitful season.” On his performances, Wahyu was definitely appreciative of the lessons in Japan. He said, “After our win in Race 1, we faced some issues with the machine and I could not complete the race. However, that was a good incident because we were able to evaluate our setbacks and come back stronger.” Racing at Chang Circuit, Wahyu went on to say, “It is my favourite circuit as I have made records and created sweet memories there. In 2016, we celebrated being champion in the UB130 race category. Therefore, I will work hard to do my best in the final round.”

It never gets boring with the Underbone 150cc riders who put on a powerful and engaging show in Race 2 of Round 4, FIM Asia Road Racing Championship. Md Shafiq Rasol carved victory for ONEXOX Racing Team at the Sepang International Circuit when emerged fastest. The heated battle between the Underbone riders was expected as the experts in the field took turns to better their positions. In the first lap, Gian Carlo made his entry into P1 but by lap two, Afif Amran took over with great enthusiasm. However, P1 was not in the books for him today and by lap three, Fazli Sham came into the picture. Mid-race, Syafiq Rosli switched positions to P1 and by the second last lap, Gian emerged once again at the lead position. In what was seen as an electrifying race, the last lap held the best of all actions when the troop stormed towards the chequered flag in a bid to secure the best spot. But Shafiq was pumped up to dominate the scene. With the troop pressuring him in an immense chase, Shafiq bolted to the finish line, clocking in at 14’46:218s. Commenting on the race, Shafiq said, “To me, the Underbone category is a highly competitive one. I tried my best to be at the front group and mid-race, I kept following. Towards the last lap, I gave it go with my maximum speed and succeeded.” At the second spot on the podium, it was Wahyu Aji Trilaksana of ONEXOX TKKR Racing Team 15’46:249s. Ahmad Fazli Sham also of ONEXOX TKKR Racing Team took the third spot at 15’46:369s. Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com