Team co-owner, Ben Henry: “Wakefield Park is short lap compared to some tracks we go to, but it’s a really challenging track all the same. We need to give Bryan a bike that will handle the bumps but also manage heavy braking and acceleration, especially out of the last corner to create a fast lap.”

“We’ve had one day at the circuit with Bryan on the Panigale V4 R in testing and we line up against riders like (Troy) Herfoss who have done an incredible amount of laps here, so it will be a challenge but we have a great team of people here in DesmoSport Ducati and I’m confident we can challenge for race wins. Although we did get that day of testing in, we’ll start Friday with the bike setup as it was from Queensland Raceway and take appropriate steps in Friday testing to finetune the Panigale V4 R.”

Bryan Staring: “I actually love coming to Goulburn. It’s a great town and a really friendly community, especially towards motorcycle and bicycle riders, so it’s great to get back there this weekend. It’s going to be challenging, but then every race weekend this year is challenging because of the competition and the limited time I’ve had on the Ducati at each track. I think it’s pretty obvious looking at my results and lap times this year that I feel really good on the Panigale V4 R and I’m happy in the environment Ben and Troy have built within the team. We just need to keep our heads down, make good decisions and I’m confident that I will be where I need to be come Sunday afternoon.”

Team co-owner, Troy Bayliss: “The team’s doing a great job to get Bryan up to speed on the bike and even though he’s showing good speed it takes time to learn just how far you can push the Panigale V4 R at each track. So, I think we’ll keep seeing progression in the way he rides and how Ben and Byron set up the bike to suit and Bryan will only get stronger as the season goes on. Talking to the guys, there’s definitely some quiet confidence and Oli and I will be watching in between sessions here in Assen this weekend.”

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“From a young age I have always recognized Arai as the safety and comfort leader in the helmet industry, so when the opportunity to wear them came up I jumped at the chance, the Fit and vision for me is perfect and the advanced air flow system In the helmet makes fogging and heat in the helmet non existent. Arai’s experience and technology is still the industry leader in race helmets” he said.

Glenn is the conduit to entertain, educate, create and connect. His passion to ride motorcycle started at the age of 4 but quickly moved into racing. At 8 yo he started to compete in Motocross and started to win multiple Junior MX championships. 

With over 30 years in motorcycling racing, wins in Motocross and Australian Superbikes with ASBK proves Glenn Allerton the results and is perfect match to the race developed Arai RX-7V Helmet.

Glenn Allerton Has a Reputation as a fighter to the checkered flag!

• 2008 Australian Superbike Championship – Honda – 1st
• 2009 Australian Superbike Championship – Honda – 2nd
• 2010 Australian Superbike Championship – Honda – 3rd
• 2011 Australian Superbike Championship – BMW – 1st
• 2013 Australian Superbike Championship – BMW – 2nd
• 2014 Australian Superbike Championship – BMW – 1st
• 2021 Australian Superbike Championship – BMW – 2nd
  

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Bryan Staring has also made the move to Arai Helmets for the 2022 season, also wearing the top of the line RX-7V lid. 

“Racing in Arai helmets is the dream for me. I couldn’t be happier to have the support of this well known manufacturer with an enormous history of being the helmet of choice for the world’s top riders. When selecting a helmet, there are many things that are important, like crash testing and safety standards, the quality of the materials in the shell, the fit and the energy absorption of the EPS foam.”

“Then for specific racing use, the ventilation, field of view and antifog capacity for racing in the rain, are all points to consider. Arai is a premium brand that excel in every one of these requirements.” he said.

Bryan Staring – Career Highlights:

• 2004 125GP Australian Champion
• 2009 Australian Supersport Champion
• 2010 Australian Superbike Champion
• World Superstock 1000 Race Winner – 2012
• Former MotoGP Rider – 2013
• Former WSBK Rider – 2014

The RX-7V represents the summit of Arai’s knowledge, experience and know-how in helmet technology. With a PB-SNC² outer shell, the revolutionary VAS (“Variable Axis System”) visor system and a significant increased smoother area around the temples, the RX-7V offers the new benchmark in the premium helmet segment.

From the anti-microbial material liner with an even slimmer frame, to the ducts, improved diffuser and the integrated Air Channels, every part shows the attention to detail that is so typical for Arai. Arai has continually improved the “glancing off” performance by learning from real scenarios.

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Thanks to the stronger, smoother shell and VAS, the RX-7V is closer to the ideal lid shape than ever. With VAS, the visor mounting position is lowered 24mm in pursuit of the ideal smoother shape that raises the ability of glancing off energy. As a result, this has made it possible for the shell to be completely smooth above the test line of the Snell standard.

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His thoughts on getting some G’s on his feet: “For me Safety comes first with my racing equipment then comfort is also import so that I can move around on the bike and feel the pegs and gear lever precisely, and the Gaerne boots have all these points covered, safety Comfort and feel. That’s why I choose Gaerne GP1 EVO.” he said.

Glenn is the conduit to entertain, educate, create and connect. His passion to ride motorcycle started at the age of 4 but quickly moved into racing. At 8 yo he started to compete in Motocross and started to win multiple times State and Australian Junior MX championship. With over 30 years in motorcycling racing, wins in Motocross and Australian Superbikes with ASBK proves Glenn Allerton the results and is perfect match to the race developed GP 1 Evo boots form Gaerne.

Glenn Allerton Has a Reputation as a fighter to the checkered flag!

• 2008 Australian Superbike Championship – Honda – 1st
• 2009 Australian Superbike Championship – Honda – 2nd
• 2010 Australian Superbike Championship – Honda – 3rd
• 2011 Australian Superbike Championship – BMW – 1st
• 2013 Australian Superbike Championship – BMW – 2nd
• 2014 Australian Superbike Championship – BMW – 1st
• 2021 Australian Superbike Championship – BMW – 2nd

Bryan Staring has also made the move to specialist Italian motorcycle boot makers GAERNE for the 2022 season.

His thoughts on getting some G’s on his feet: “It will be a pleasure to be riding in Gaerne for 2022. An Italian company with 60 years of manufacturing and racing experience can only be a good thing. With all the components being made in Italy, I’m sure I have the support of a passionate and top-quality company. Shock absorbing heal cup, boa dial fitment adjustability and carbon composite bracing, I couldn’t be happier to be wearing Gaerne’s world class GP-1 racing boot.” he said.

‘Winning ASBK races and fighting for podiums has been the highlight of the last 4 seasons of ASBK racing. I’m hoping in 2022 I can return to being a championship contender as well as a race winner. I have every faith in the Ducati Panigale V4R, the team, personal and all the products they are choosing to use. I can’t wait for 2022 to begin”

Bryan Staring – Career Highlights:

• 2004 125GP Australian Champion
• 2009 Australian Supersport Champion
• 2010 Australian Superbike Champion
• World Superstock 1000 Race Winner – 2012
• Former MotoGP Rider – 2013
• Former WSBK Rider – 2014

Gaerne GP1 Evo Boots
Made from lightweight materials and a comfortable yet sturdy structure, the GP1 Evo boots are perfect for those who are looking to upgrade their racing boots.

Gaerne say the GP1 Evo is the ultimate racing boot from their research centre, developed in cooperations with professional riders. The floating system allows the foot to move naturally and prevents ankle twisting while the rubber inserts on the inner calf and heel provide additional grip while protecting the leg from heat.

Made of carbon composite, the GP1 evo is lightweight and strong, the carbon composite also allows the foot to move without compromising flexibility and prevents hyper extension or compression. Along with the premium materials is a high-wear resistant magnesium toe slider to ensure that the boots will last you a long time.

A non-deformable polyurethane heel cup has also been added, this is protected by that replaceable low-friction magnesium slider. The anti-shock heel feature an internal comfort enhancing decompression zone, located between the inside and sole.

If you’re interested in the GP1 Evo boots, you can head to the Gaerne website here. If you are interested in purchasing a pair, contact Cassons and they will find a store that stocks them near you or direct you to an online purchasing system.

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