Motul Announces Comprehensive Support Program for Powersports Racing in the USAPartnerships include Road, Dirt and Drag Racing with Factory and Top Independent Team Motul, a global leader in high-performance lubricants today announced its most ambitious U.S. motorcycle racing sponsorship lineup ever for the 2026 season. By expanding collaborations across leading powersports organizations, Motul strengthens its presence at every level of racing, reaffirming its commitment to peak performance. “2026 is an important year for Motul in the United States,” said Motul North America General Manager Amber Bates. “From the drag strip to the dirt, we are providing the technical edge necessary for athletes to push their bikes to their limits. We aren’t just a logo on a bike; our essential lubricants and technical support are a vital component of each team’s success.” A cornerstone of the 2026 campaign is the expanded partnership with Vance & Hines/Indian Factory Racing. Motul will serve as the Official Oil for the three-rider Indian team as their new connection with Vance & Hines will look to continue the company’s success in the MotoAmerica King of the Baggers championship. The extreme demands of high-output V-Twin engines provide the ultimate proving ground for Motul’s essential fluids. Motul’s partnership with Vance & Hines includes support for the high-power Suzuki Hayabusa’s that are perennial winners in NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle (PSM) racing. The two-rider, Factory Suzuki team includes 2025 PSM Champion Richard Gadson and 2024 Champion Gaige Herrera aboard motorcycles prepared by former NHRA Champions Eddie Kraweic and Andrew Hines. In the MotoAmerica paddock, Motul’s presence is unparalleled as the brand returns as an official partner for MotoAmerica and the Mission King of the Baggers Series. Putting a spotlight on its technical leadership in heavyweight motorcycles, Motul also serves as the Official Lubricant of King of the Baggers, providing high-performance products specifically engineered to deliver peak results for these unique racing machines. Beyond series-level support, Motul is fueling a roster of premier competitors across the grid through partnerships with some of the sport’s most prominent teams: Arch Racing Factory Team (Arch Motorcycles): Motul is proud to partner with this premier factory effort as they campaign their unique American V-twins in the Super Hooligan class. BPR Team (Yamaha): This partnership supports a comprehensive five-rider squad competing across both the Supersport and Super Hooligan classes. Altus Racing (Yamaha): Long-time partner Altus Racing recently announced an ambitious four-rider squad to take on the highly competitive Supersport action. Saddlemen Race Development (Harley-Davidson): Motul is a key partner for this elite team as they compete for the podium in the Super Hooligan and King of the Baggers class. Motul continues its dedication to rider development as the Official Oil of Royal Enfield’s Build, Train, Race (BTR) program. This unique initiative supports female riders building their own race bikes and competing in flat track or road racing, with the protection of Motul essential fluids to support them along the way. Off-road, Motul’s 2026 roster covers the most grueling races in this region. The brand is backing Ducati-mounted Ciaran Naran and Hero Racing for high-speed Baja and off-road desert racing. For Supercross and motocross fans, Motul provides support for the four-rider ISRT (International Supercross Race Team) (Kawasaki) and the three riders on the Grindstone Friesen Group Racing (Kawasaki). For more information on the Motul high-performance lubricants that support these top-level riders and racing programs, visit www.motul.com. The post Motul Announces Comprehensive Support Program for Powersports Racing appeared first on Bikernet.com - Online Biker Magazine.

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The brilliant minds who crafted America’s Constitution in 1787 created the greatest framework for limited government and individual liberty the world has ever known, standing as a beacon against today’s government overreach. The Founding Fathers’ Historic Assembly During the spring and summer of 1787, America’s most distinguished leaders convened at the Pennsylvania State House for what would become the Constitutional Convention. This gathering of 55 delegates represented the nation’s legal minds, successful businessmen, and respected state representatives who recognized the urgent need to replace the inadequate Articles of Confederation with a stronger federal framework. Key Architects of American Liberty The convention assembled an impressive roster of America’s founding generation, despite notable absences. Thomas Jefferson and John Adams were serving crucial diplomatic roles in Europe, but the gathering still featured intellectual giants like James Madison of Virginia, often called the “Father of the Constitution.” Roger Sherman of Connecticut brought his practical political experience, while the elderly Benjamin Franklin of Pennsylvania provided wisdom and sharp analytical skills that proved invaluable during heated debates. Creating History Through Constitutional Design These remarkable men understood that America needed a government structure that balanced federal authority with state sovereignty while protecting individual rights. Their work during this momentous summer created the foundation for limited government that conservatives cherish today. The delegates crafted a system of checks and balances specifically designed to prevent the concentration of power that leads to tyranny and government overreach. The Constitutional Convention stands as perhaps the most important political gathering in American history following the Revolutionary War. These founding fathers created more than just a governing document—they established principles of individual liberty, limited federal power, and constitutional protections that remain under constant attack from those who favor big government solutions over personal freedom and responsibility.