Fixing and running a world record as a technical/product training

A team from Swiss motorcycle supplier Moto Mader AG will also compete in the World Speed ​​Trials, which will be held at the Lausitzring from August 23 to 25, 2024. The event is a short distance world speed record race. Not just record riders for fun, but record riders for a distance of a quarter of a mile (402m) organized by Swiss Performance and managed and recognized by the world motorcycle association FIM.

Three Moto Mader students are currently using their free time to independently build a KTM RC125, supplied by the training company, for participation in the World Speed ​​Trials. This will include engine modifications and aerodynamic improvements.

Moto Mader’s team of experienced mechanics will be available to provide expertise and advice to their apprentices, but the core people of this project will be the apprentices. In addition to the motorcycle, Moto Mader will also cover the additional parts required and all costs such as participation fees and travel costs as well as making the workshop available. Students participating in this project do so outside of their normal work hours.

Students will not only prepare the motorcycle, but also handle the organizational and administrative efforts themselves. One of the students has to drive the motorcycle himself on those important days, although it is currently being clarified whether the regulations specify a minimum age for the driver for the world record to be valid.

The project is led by Andreas Holzer, who entered the 200 mph club at the Bonneville salt lake in 2011 with a Suzuki Hayabusa and set a world record of 344 km/h. The Hayabusa, fueled by nitrous oxide injection, was built and maintained by Nico Pouchon, owner of Moto Mader since 2012.