This year marks OrangeCat Racing’s debut in both the MotoAmerica Superbike class and as a factory-supported team, bringing cutting-edge BMW performance to the grid.

After launching the program in 2023 and competing in Stock 1000 on alpha Racing–built M 1000 RRs, OrangeCat Racing captured the 2025 MotoAmerica Stock 1000 Championship — a milestone that accelerated the team’s progression to Superbike.

Built on disciplined execution and continuous performance development, the program is guided by a clear vision: compete consistently at the front and contend for podiums and championships.

Riders

Bobby Fong #1

SUPERBIKE
Fresh off his championship-winning 2026 season, Bobby Fong brings six wins and the #1 plate into 2027.
Sean Dylan Kelly #40

SUPERBIKE
Joining OrangeCat Racing after two seasons in the FIM Moto2 World Championship and a 2024 Superbike victory.

Championship Standings

Technical Specifications

alpha Racing Built BMW M1000RR

- Capacity / Engine Type: 999 cc, four-cylinder four-stroke
  - Four titanium valves per cylinder
  - Liquid-cooled
  - Titanium rods
  - 2-ring pistons
- Output: > 230 hp at over 14,000 rpm
- Bore x Stroke: 80 x 49.7 mm
- Fuel System: Electronic injection, variable intake manifold length
- Fuel Type: VP Fuels MGP-R (regulatory requirement from 2026)
- Exhaust: Akrapovič
- Gearbox: Constant mesh 6-speed gearbox with straight cut gears
- Final Drive: ///M Performance chain by D.I.D.
- Front Suspension: Upside-down telescopic Öhlins RVP25/30 front fork
- Rear Suspension:
  - Underslung BMW swing arm
  - Full-floater linkage
  - Öhlins RVP40 shock absorber
- Front Brake:
  - Twin-disc Brembo 338 mm
  - Brembo 4-piston radial calipers
- Rear Brake:
  - Single-disc Brembo 218 mm
  - Brembo 4-piston radial calipers
- Wheels: OZ forged wheels
  - Front: 17” x 3.5”
  - Rear: 17” x 6.0”
- Tires: Dunlop Sportmax
- Dry Weight: 168 kg
- Wheelbase: 1,450 mm (variable)
- Length: 2,080 mm
- Width: 561 mm (718 mm incl. wings)
- Tank Capacity: ~21 l (not limited per regulations in 2026)

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OrangeCat Racing Adds Championship Firepower with Bobby Fong Signing

Fresh off his championship-winning 2026 season, Bobby Fong brings the #1 plate and a relentless drive to win to OrangeCat Racing as the team sets its sights on a Superbike Championship in 2027.