The 2011 British Superbikes season has been one of mixed fortunes for the Motorpoint Yamaha team, with circumstances beyond its control leading to unforeseen complications. With just four rounds remaining, the Rob McElnea team needs to push for the best possible end to the year in order to recognise the massive support from fans and partners of the team alike. With Loris Baz being forced out of the rest of…
Westmoreland vows to come back stronger after grip issues at Brands Hatch cause disappointing finish. The bright sunshine at Brands Hatch during the warm up session on Sunday morning raised everyone’s hope for a dry British Superbike event. Motorpoint Yamaha’s James Westmoreland started 16th on the grid for the first race of the day. He was in good fighting spirit before the race and upbeat thanks to Saturday’s sixth place…
Hull-based Motorpoint Yamaha rider James Westmoreland recorded his highest Superbike finishes twice in one day at Knockhill race circuit this weekend. Westmoreland, 22, still holds lap records in British Supersport and British 125GP at Knockhill. This was evident from his magnificent performance in both races and how he mastered the final hairpin turn of the course. In race one Westmoreland consistently eat up valuable seconds on that final hairpin to…
Young Motorpoint Yamaha rider James Westmoreland has spent the time between Thruxton and Knockhill recharging his batteries by watching the furious excitement of the Isle of Man TT. The young Brit had been impressing in the qualifiers at Thruxton, even managing the fastest lap in one of the Free Practice sessions but was affected by the downpour on race day. By the 2nd race of the day he had been…
Beverley born racer James Westmoreland took park in the third round of the British superbikes held at the Croft circuit in north Yorkshire, and claimed his best position so far finishing 12th in both of the races. HU17 was at Croft Circuit to capture the very best action images from the days racing. James now rides for the Motorpoint Yamaha team (bike #27) alongside fellow rider Loris Baz, from France….
Young Beverley racer Jordan Rushby is looking forward to an exciting year after confirming his ride for the coming Superteen season. Jordan has confirmed he will be riding an Aprilia RS 125cc bike for the 2011 season, during which he’ll race at some of the country’s most famous tracks. Jordon already has sponsors, Strattons Motorcycles, Moto GB and Roclad Systems, though requires more backing to raise the £15K needed for the season. Jordan will rub…