Regional Underbone Grand Prix (RUGP) Leg 1 - Race Results

After a very long dry spell of Open Make Underbone Circuit Racing in Cebu,
RUGP was a very welcome relief as it hosted the kick-off leg in Cebu.
Cebuano racing fans certainly got what they came for and so much more. RUGP
delivered hard hitting action and it gave Cebuano racing fans in Cebu a chance
to meet and witness national level riders from Manila like Rizaldy Canare of
Replica PRO HPI and Cassey Ng of MTRT in action. There were a lot of prizes
and freebies for spectators and racers alike.

In the 100-125 Superstock Beginners and Novice categories it was a solid
performance by 2010 Superstock standout Albert Cabucos of Team CYRUS as
he bagged a double win for both categories.

In the Beginners 130cc Open and Pioneer Mighty Gasket 4AT 160 Scooter Open
it was a brilliant performance by Drag racing standout Tonglee Cabrera of
X-Racing as he bagged back to back top finish for both categories.

One of the major highlights of the day was the re-emergence of Keken Cabahug
of Honda Motor World Racing Team, after a year long hiatus the fiery and
fearless rider who dominated 2009 is now back in fighting form as he bagged
back to back top finishes for both Novice 130 Open and Novice Open 4-stroke,
both hard earned victories at crunch time against versatile veteran
Rizaldy Canare.

RUGP attracted a lot of new riders and clubs from all over Cebu and the nearby
provinces and the event in general was simply spectacular so racing fans
better brace themselves once more as RUGP will be back in August.

100-125 Superstock Beginners:
1. Albert Cabucos - Team CYRUS
2. Eric Gjengaar - Team CYRUS
3. Edward Abatayo - Team CYRUS

100-125 Superstock Novice:
1. Albert Cabucos - Team CYRUS
2. Julieto Espra - Team CYRUS
3. Ranran Sayam - Honda Racing Cebu

Beginners 130cc Open
1. Tonglee Cabrera - X-Racing
2. Zac Lyndon Caneda - CRT
3. Rommel Paz - Charles Racing

MTRT 4AT First Timers 130 Open
1. Bong Velasquez - HPI
2. Glenn Belido - MTRT
3. Myrell Mendoza - BMR

Pioneer Mighty Gasket 4AT 160 Scooter Open
1. Tonglee Cabrera - X-Racing
2. Seth Capuras - MackyWorx
3. Nino Surban - BMR

Pioneer Mighty Gasket 4AT Scooter Novice Open
1. Gary Caneda Jr. - Honda Motor World Racing Team
2. Lyndon Requilme - Honda Motor World Racing Team
3. Moises Munoz - Honda Motor World Racing Team

Novice 130 Open
1. Keken Cabahug - Honda Motor World Racing Team
2. Rizaldy Canare - Replica PRO HPI
3. Peter Gjengaar - Honda Motor World Racing Team

Novice Open 4-stroke
1. Keken Cabahug - Honda Motor World Racing Team
2. Rizaldy Canare - Replica PRO HPI
3. Gary Caneda Jr. - Honda Motor World Racing Team

100-125 Superstock Beginners winners


100-125 Superstock Novice winners


Beginners 130cc Open winners


Pioneer Mighty Gasket 4AT 160 Scooter Open winners


Pioneer Mighty Gasket 4AT Scooter Novice Open winners


Novice 130 Open winners


Novice Open 4-stroke winners


Cassey Ng on the grid, he was battling it out with Gary Caneda Jr. for 4AT
supremacy but crashed in the middle rounds and had to be brought to the
hospital after a collar bone fracture. ( Get well soon Casey )


Kimhiro Fujieda (Hiro-san) with David Tan


Keken Cabahug takes his victory lap


I asked them what their group was called and they simply answered the
Tulimbang boys.


MTRT visits Cebu


Paul Mencias of BMR


Seth Capuras of Mackyworx


The versatile veteran Rizaldy Canare impressed many Cebuano racing fans
after giving Honda Motor World Racing Team all that they could handle
in the underbone open class.


Gary Caneda Jr. on the grid was off to another impressive performance


Mario Borbon of X-Racing


Keken & Mark of HMWR with Jed Kho of SkutGarage


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Regional Underbone GP 2011 This coming weekend at Kartzone

The long wait is over, Underbone GP is just 4 days away.
Be sure not to miss it as riders from all over VISMIN
are set to light-up the race track on Sunday.
Teams from Manila are expected to join so dont miss this
chance to meet the national level riders.





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Philippine 2-wheeled motorsports grieves the loss of Maico Buncio

As the whole nation was shocked by the sudden passing of
beloved national rider Maico Buncio we are left to ponder
how could this happen? As of this writing the stake holders
of the race are still investigating on some lapses that
caused this tragedy.

Maico Buncio will forever more serve as an inspiration to
all aspiring riders. He was one of the brightest stars
of Philippine motorsports. He will surely be missed.

Our deepest condolences to the Buncio Family from all
of the riders in the South.

Below are fan tribute videos from all over the web.

Radical modifications RUSI 150 Raider Replica to Dirt Bike

Check-out the RUSI 150 Raider replica of
Jimbo Yares of Killer Spider Riders. Its
now modified into a dirt bike.

14" rims, custom machined swing arm, custom
chassi modifications, custom twin exhaust system.

















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Regional Underbone GP 2011 : CEBU

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Yamaha MX 135 : Official Philippine launch May 15, 2011

Brace yourselves because the Yamaha MX 135 will be hitting
our shores this month as it will be formally launched in our
country this coming May 15, 2011 at SM by the Bay (MOA).

SPECIFICATIONS
Engine type Liquid-cooled 4-stroke ,SOHC, 4-valve
Cylinders Single cylinder
Displacement 134.4 cm3
Bore × stroke 54.0 × 58.7mm
Compression ratio 10.9:1
Max. output 9.21 kW/8500r/min
Max. torque 12.14 N.m/5500 r/min
Starter Electric starter and kick starter
Lubrication Wet sump
Engine oil capacity 1.15 L
Fuel tank volume 4.0 L
Carburetion Mikuni BS25-58*1
Ignition DC C.D.I.

The Yamaha MX 135 has a set of new features including rear disc brake as a
standard, 5-speed transmission and new radical body design.

Another noteable feature is the usage of wide front and rear rims that
is 2.00 x 17″ for front wheel and 2.50 x 17″ for rear wheel. Wider tyres
provide a plusher ride and better handling with great improvement on cornering.
The rear wheel also sports new features like the chain tensioner of
the Yamaha FZ-150i (Vixion). It also has a 25mm carburetor compared to the
Sniper 135 which is only 22mm.

Power figures are up to (12,52 Ps @ 8.500 rpm) and (1,24 kgf.m torque @ 6.000 rpm )
for the new Yamaha MX compared to the previous Sniper 135 ranging only at
(11.49ps/8500rpm) and (1.19 kgf.m torque @ 6.000rpm).





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Regional Underbone GP 2011 - CEBU

Finally its here the Regional Underbone GP 2011 !
Cebu has been hit with a dry spell for circuit racing
for 2011, but the biggest racing event in the region
has finally hit our shores.

This is an OPEN MAKE Race and the riders from Cebu have
been waiting for this for a long time. Teams from
Manila like Suzuki and MTRT are expected to attend together
with some teams form Davao. So it will be a great
opportunity for the Cebuanos to meet the National riders
from Manila.

MEETING SCHEDULED FOR TOMORROW:
Calling all Team Managers, Club Presidents, Team Representatives.

There will be a meeting tomorrow May 6, 2011 with the Race Organizer
"The Racing Line" at Kartzone 5:00 PM. Details will be discussed
about the race.