Moto Time Attack is an all-new motorcycle sport that?s being launched right here in the UK on the 16th of July, and where better venue than Cadwell Park to begin proceedings" Based on the über popular Time Attack format for cars that originated in Japan before exploding in Blighty recently, MTA is all about the fastest lap rather than winning races.
Think of it as an extended superpole session, getting most from the bike (and rider) for the ultimate lap. While the two-wheeled sport is still very much in its infancy, Time Attack is synonymous with bespoke specials and one-lap wonders, and the scene has produced some amazing cars. Let?s hope MTA mimics the four-wheelers.
Besides, I don?t know about you, but even a little 8-lap club race around Cadwell is enough to get me puffing and panting as arm-pump takes control. With practice, qualifying and the main event final, there?s plenty of track time on offer, as well as a punters? trackday for those who can?t race/don?t have a race bike. Run under ACU regulations, and under the watchful eye of Gary Thompson (the Isle of Man TT?s Clerk of the Course), Moto Time Attack brags several classes for different bikes and rider abilities: under 600s and over 600s with a few categories ? Club, Club Pro and Pro depending on the rider.
Keen on racing" Got an ACU licence" Even if you haven?t, there?s still time to do a course and gain your novice bib. TT privateer champ and all-round fast Northerner, Dan Hegarty will be raci...