Young American talents now have their own championship to shine in. A new era is dawning for them! The MotoAmerica Talent Cup, which will begin in 2025, offers a unique platform for future MotoGP champions. This championship, designed for riders aged 14 to 21, is a continuation of the Road to MotoGP program and promises to reveal new talents.
MotoAmerica takes another step towards the elite of motorcycling by launching the MotoAmerica Talent Cup from 2025. This championship, dedicated to young North American drivers of 14 to 21 year-olds, becomes a strategic springboard towards the MotoGP, offering a unique development platform on the American continent.
La MotoAmerica Talent Cup replaces the current Junior Cup and offers a calendar consisting of a pre-season test and at least six events, i.e. 12 races in total. The majority of these events will take place in parallel with the championship MotoAmerica, with a special event planned on the sidelines of the MotoGP Grand Prix at COTA.
Young drivers will compete on machines Kramer APX-350 MA, equipped with a motor KTM 350 and cutting-edge technologies, including a fully adjustable chassis and suspension. A Mectronik MKE5 race computer and Dunlop tires will complete these bikes designed for pure competition.
« CThis is the first time that MotoAmerica has created a category with Moto3 level motorcycles«
Wayne Rainey, President of MotoAmerica, expressed his enthusiasm: “ This is the first time that MotoAmerica has created a category with Moto level motorcycles.o3. Up to five riders will receive an invitation to participate in the Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup selection. This opportunity is fantastic for our young pilots. »
High-performing riders in the 160cc and 190cc categories of the Mini Cup and FIM MiniCUP USA championships will be offered a free season in the Talent Cup. In addition, five places for the selection event of the Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup will be reserved for the best of the season.
Carlos Ezpeleta, sports director at Dorna Sports, stressed the importance of this initiative: “ America has a rich history in MotoGP and We want to see more American drivers in the championshipThe MotoAmerica Talent Cup will provide the necessary experience and opportunity to progress to the world level. »
Jensen Beeler, CEO of Krämer Motorcycles USA, added: “ we have created a machine that will raise the bar of motorcycle sport for American riders and will prepare future world champions »
With the support of partners such as Krämer Motorcycles, Dunlop and KTM, this new Talent Cup opens an exciting chapter in the history of North American motorcycling. Expectations are high, and all eyes are on 2025 to see which future champions will emerge from this ambitious initiative.
