Bobby Fong joins Jake Gagne at Attack Performance Yamaha for 2025

Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. (YMUS) is pleased to announce Attack Performance Progressive Yamaha Racing’s formidable two-pronged title threat in the 2025 MotoAmerica Superbike Championship with returning three-time premier class champion Jake Gagne and new recruit Bobby Fong. The championship-winning program looks to add a fifth title aboard the Attack Performance Progressive Yamaha YZF-R1s as they head into the sixth season as YMUS’ official Superbike team.

Gagne returns in 2025 back to full fitness and is looking to make a comeback after a tough 2024 season with arm issues. Entering his sixth season with the team, he has enjoyed a lot of success aboard the YZF-R1 during his tenure, including three successive titles in 2021-2023, an impressive tally of 41 race victories, and multiple track records. Gagne currently sits fourth on the all-time AMA Superbike win list and looks to add more to the tally in 2025 in his efforts to reclaim the crown.

Fong joins the team for 2025 and is eager to get the season started with Attack Performance Progressive Yamaha Racing. In addition to the 2019 MotoAmerica Supersport Championship, the talented rider from Stockton, California, has multiple victories across the support class categories, as well as five in Superbike. Last year, he was a contender in the hotly contested title fight and advanced to the championship lead after his double victory at Brainerd International Raceway, ultimately finishing the season third overall with two wins and a total of eight podiums aboard the Aussie Dave Racing/Wrench Motorcycles YZF-R1.

Attack Performance, one of the sport’s leading manufacturers of high-performance components and services for modern sportbikes, has carried on the winning tradition of the Yamaha R1 since the partnership began with YMUS in 2020. As the official Superbike team, the program has enjoyed a resounding success with four titles and 63 victories in the premier class. Progressive Insurance also returns for 2025 to support the championship-winning program. The team would like to thank its partners for their continued support: Progressive, Yamaha Financial Services, Yamalube, Akrapovic, Braking, TrackDaz, Podium Club at Atessa, Suter, OZ, DID, NGK-NTK, Zero Gravity, and Full Spectrum.

The 2025 MotoAmerica Superbike season gets underway at the Barber Motorsports Park in Leeds, Alabama, on April 4-6.

Tom Halverson – Yamaha Racing Assistant Department Manager for YMUS
“Yamaha Racing is excited to get back in the fight for the Superbike Championship with our racing partner Attack Performance. After a tough 2024 season with arm problems, Jake Gagne will be back to fight for his fourth MotoAmerica Superbike Championship on the Attack Performance Progressive Yamaha team. He will be joined by Bobby Fong, who had a very impressive 2024 Superbike season finishing the season third in points on his ADR/Wrench Motorcycles YZF-R1.

“Not one to rest on his laurels, team owner Richard Stanboli and his crew have been very focused on making performance gains to make sure Jake and Bobby have the best possible chance for success in this highly technical and competitive premier class.”

Richard Stanboli – Attack Performance Progressive Yamaha Racing Team Manager
“We watched Bobby last year on the Yamaha Superbike and he was determined to go to the front every race, and never gave up. We have known him for a long time and I personally worked with him in the past. Bobby is a very positive rider with a lot of potential, and I think he will fit well under our awning.

“We are glad to have Jake return, fully fit and ready to ride. We have been working on some upgrades and will test vigorously to make sure the riders and machines are competitive. We are also working with the WorldSBK team closely to make sure we leave nothing on the table. We look forward to our first event at Barber Motorsports Park.”

Jake Gagne – Attack Performance Progressive Yamaha Racing #32
“I’m really excited to get back racing in 2025! After a rough 2024, I’m lucky to work with such an awesome team. We’re going to work hard and get back in the fight.”

Bobby Fong – Attack Performance Progressive Yamaha Racing #50
“It’s a dream come true to join the Attack Yamaha team. I’ve been waiting for an opportunity like this my whole life, to have a factory ride in Superbike, so I’m really looking forward to the season and to do a good job for Yamaha. We’re putting in the work, on and off the bike, and I’m just excited to get going next year with these R1s.”

Mathew Scholtz to defend his crown in the MotoAmerica Supersport class

Building on the momentum of its 2024 MotoAmerica Supersport Championship, Strack Racing is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated rider lineup for the 2025 MotoAmerica season. With continued support from Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A., Strack Racing enters the new season with reigning class champion Mathew Scholtz joined by rising star Blake Davis. Both riders will be aboard the brand-new and highly anticipated Yamaha YZF-R9.

Also, in a bold move for Strack Racing, the team is expanding into the Mission Super Hooligan National Championship for 2025. Super Hooligan veteran Hawk Mazzotta will race a Yamaha MT-09 SP with additional support provided to Mazzotta by Trackhouse Racing.

Scholtz, a proven champion and race winner aboard Yamaha motorcycles in Supersport, Superbike, and Superstock 1000, returns to Strack Racing with his eyes firmly set on defending his Supersport title. Scholtz’s expertise and unparalleled consistency bring confidence to the team as they tackle another challenging season.

New to Strack Racing’s Supersport roster, Davis is a young and dynamic talent who has already captured the attention of the MotoAmerica paddock. The two-time Twins Cup Champion’s competitive drive and potential align perfectly with Strack Racing’s championship-winning ethos.

In the Super Hooligan class, Mazzotta reunites with Strack Racing to showcase his skills aboard the Yamaha MT-09 SP. As a close friend of team owner Peter Strack and a seasoned competitor, Mazzotta’s return to the team signals an exciting expansion for Strack Racing into this burgeoning class.

The 2025 season also marks the debut of the exciting, new Yamaha YZF-R9 in the MotoAmerica paddock. With Yamaha stepping up its support for Strack Racing even more in 2025, the team will play a pivotal role in developing the new platform for competitive success.

“It’s an honor to return to Strack Racing and MotoAmerica to defend our championship,” Scholtz said. “I’m excited to race alongside Blake and to see Hawk represent the team in Super Hooligan. With Yamaha’s continued support and the debut of the R9, I believe we’re ready to make an impact once again.”

Davis commented, “I’m very excited to join Strack Racing. Being on the new R9 is going to be such a great experience. I’m looking forward to the season and can’t wait to go racing!”

“Racing is challenging, especially this year as we assist in developing the R9,” said Strack. “But we proved last year that our team is resilient. Mathew’s championship performance, Blake’s fresh talent, and Hawk’s passion for the sport exemplify the spirit of Strack Racing. With Yamaha’s trust in our team, we’re ready to rise to the occasion and deliver another unforgettable season.”

Tom Halverson, Yamaha Racing Assistant Department Manager for YMUS, added: “Strack Racing has proven to be a valuable partner for Yamaha. Their commitment to excellence, teamwork, and innovation align perfectly with our goals. We’re excited to see how they elevate the R9 in its debut season while continuing their strong performances in Supersport and now Super Hooligan.”