Honda Backs MotoAmerica Mini Cup, Expands Opportunities for Riders

Honda is extending its support to MotoAmerica's Mission Mini Cup, reflecting its commitment to nurturing young talent in motorcycle racing. This follows Honda's recent announcement of contingency payouts for MotoAmerica's Superbike and Stock 1000 classes. The Mission Mini Cup is seen as a platform for young riders to develop their skills on kart tracks using Honda miniMOTO models like the Grom, CRF110F, CRF50F, and others.

Expanding Opportunities for Honda Riders

Honda's small-displacement motorcycles have traditionally played a role in training emerging racers. With MotoAmerica's regional qualifying system for 2024, Honda riders now have more opportunities to showcase their talents. The Mini Cup comprises six classes, with four open to riders on Honda motorcycles.

Regional Qualifiers and National Finals

The 2024 Mission Mini Cup introduces a regional qualifying format, with club-organized events determining the finalists for the MotoAmerica-promoted National Final at Road America in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin. This format aims to provide a fair and accessible pathway for young racers to compete on a national stage. Riders from various regions will converge for the National Final, showcasing their skills and vying for top honors.

Red Rider Rewards

Honda is offering Red Rider Rewards contingency funds in MotoAmerica Mini Cup races to incentivize participation and reward excellence. Payouts vary based on race placement and class. This initiative aims to support riders and promote competition within the Mini Cup series. By providing financial incentives, Honda encourages riders to push their limits and strive for success on the track.

A Commitment to Growth

"We're excited that MotoAmerica is pushing to grow youth road racing in the U.S., and we're happy to support those efforts," said Brandon Wilson, Manager of Racing & Advertising at American Honda. "Honda has always been about bringing more people to the world of motorcycles, and no model represents that philosophy more than the Grom—one of the industry's best-selling models. The Mini Cup provides an opportunity for owners of Groms and other Honda models to use their bikes in alternative ways, and this new, grassroots-focused format makes for an easy, affordable, realistic way to go road racing. We look forward to seeing many new Red Riders on racetracks across the country."

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