The MSBK250 B category saw Qayyim Razin Razali of HORIZON RACING TEAM emerge as the fastest overall in the combined practice sessions at the Round 2 of the 2025 AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP, held today at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit. In Practice 1, Qayyim placed second after clocking the lap time of 3’21.817s, 0.253s behind Khairul Firdaus Kadzim from Malaysia who topped the session with the fastest lap time of3’21.564s. At third, was Malaysian rider, Mohamad Kanafi Kamarudin at 3’22.626s. In Practice 2, Qayyim improved his lap time to 2’34.743s, with a top speed of 128.95km/h on lap 9 to lead the session. Chinese Taipei rider Huang Pin-Hung of TRIPLE A GARAGE followed closely in second place with a time of 2’35:825s, achieving a speed of 128.06 km/h on lap 7. Carlsen Jacob Solis of SSC – HONDA PHILIPPINES – GS BATTERY RACING finished in third place with a time of 2’36:274s. The combined results from both sessions saw Qayyim finish as the fastest overall, followed by Pin-Hung in second and Carlsen in third. Qayyim commented, “In Practice 1 earlier, the track was wet and quite slippery, so I tried to adapt as quickly as possible. I wasn’t able to get the setup right in Practice 1, as the suspension didn’t perform well in the wet conditions. In Practice 2, I started to push little by little. With 5 minutes left, I pushed harder and, Alhamdulillah, I managed to set my best time. For tomorrow’s Qualifying and Race, I will do my best. As for the bike, I’ll work on fine-tuning the setup a bit more. In Race 1 and Race 2, I’ll give it my all and will aim for the podium.” SIC AND TWMR WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS OUR HEARTFELT THANK YOU TO AEON CREDIT (M) BERHAD FOR THE SUPPORT RENDERED THIS WEEKEND DURING AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP. Top 5 Fastest – Free Practice (Combined) 1. Qayyim Razin Razali – HORIZON RACING TEAM (2’34.743s) 2. Huang Pin-Hung – TRIPLE A GARAGE (2’35.825s) 3. Carlsen Jacob Solis – SSC – HONDA PHILIPPINES – GS BATTERY RACING (2’36.374s) 4. Saidatul Zakirah Zairin – LADY BOSS RACING TEAM (2’36.769s) 5. Mohamad Kanafi Kamarudin – Malaysia (2’37.196s)
Round 2 of the AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP will be held at Sepang International Circuit this weekend. Qayim Razin Razali of Horizon Racing Team is pumped up in keeping the winning momentum in the MSBK250 B race category. It was definitely a tough show in the MSBK250 B race category but Qayim pulled out his best shots to score a double-win and the Weekend Champion title. The Malaysian rider went on to showcase his competency and ability to withstand the challenges that came along with the race category. With three more rounds to go, it takes a lot of courage, strength and confidence to keep the momentum going. Will the rider be able to present a similar show in the coming rounds? Commenting on the race, Qayim said, “One of the biggest challenges is racing alongside riders from Group A. While I’m focused on leading Group B, I’m also navigating battles with faster, more experienced riders. It’s a mental and physical test to stay sharp, hold my position and push my own limits, especially in a competition where every second counts. My bike is performing at its peak and right now, I feel like my machine is an extension of myself and that’s a massive advantage. As for disadvantages, every setup has room for improvement but we’re constantly fine-tune to stay competitive.” “Racing in the MSBK250 B category is a thrill! It’s also a huge learning opportunity as every lap teaches me more about racing lines, body positioning and strategy. The competition is intense though but that’s the best part of racing. In my opinion, Kabilesh from India and Carlsen Solis from the Philippines are my toughest rivals. They both have more track time and experience which makes them strong benchmarks for me. I’m using this as motivation and I’ll do everything I can to stay close, learn from them and raise my level throughout the race weekend. My mission is clear: I want to win the overall title in Group B and claim the title of Weekend Warrior Champion. That’s what I’m working toward every session.”
The opening round of the 2025 AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP took place at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit. Md Irfan Haykhal Amidi of Honda Racing Malaysia won Race 2 in the MSBK250 A race category. As soon as Race 2 started, Haykhal was quick to take the lead, followed by Ahmad Afif Amran of SuperFast JRT x Rapido and Irfan Ardiansyah of MAEZTRO NWN TUS SCK HONDA RACING. On lap 3, Haykhal set the fastest lap time of 2’25:249s with a top speed of 183.1 km/h, building a gap over Afif. He reached a top speed of 183.7 km/h, setting another best lap time of 2’24:986s. Haykhal’s effort paid off as he extended his lead, finishing the race with a time of 19’29:795s, while Afif finished second at 19’34:080s. Irfan Ardiansyah took third place at 19’41:111s. Haykhal said, “During the race, I focused on staying consistent with my racing line. I saw the gap with Afif was growing with each lap, and I felt comfortable in my position. I maintained a strong pace until the finish line.” PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit and Two Wheels Motor Racing would like to express our heartfelt thank you to AEON Credit (M) Berhad for the support rendered this weekend during AEON CREDIT MAM Malaysia Superbike Championship. TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 2 1. Irfan Haykhal Amidi – Honda Racing Malaysia (19’29:795s) 2. Ahmad Afif Amran – SuperFast JRT x Rapido (19’34:080s) 3. Irfan Ardiansyah – MAEZTRO NWN TUS SCK HONDA RACING (19’41:111s) 4. Md Akid Aziz – SuperFast JRT x Rapido (19’44:515s) 5. Reynaldo Chrisanto Ratukore – REY RACING SPEED (19’48:385s)
The opening round of the 2025 AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP was held at PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit. Qayyim Razin Razali of HORIZON RACING TEAM appeared as the Weekend Champion as he won Race 2 of the MSBK250 B race category. Qayyim put on a good show by leading the pack as soon as the race started. In P2 was Carlsen Jacob Solis of SSC – HONDA PHILIPPINES – GS BAT, followed by Huang Pin-Hung of TRIPLE A GARAGE in P3. Throughout the race, Qayyim was consistent and focused on increasing the gap with the other riders. While behind him, Carlsen and Pin-Hung were overtaking each other to fight for P2. Lap by lap, Qayyim in P1 increased the gap with the riders, at least 18 seconds behind him, and raced past the finishing line to win Race 2 at 20’29:107s. Qayyim stated, “I tried to maintain at P1, at first it was quite difficult to create a gap with the riders behind. But I kept my pace and, in the end, I succeeded in securing the victory today.” Carlsen overtook Pin-Hung to secure second place at 20’47:532s, and Pin-Hung took third spot at 20’47:616s. Based on the combined results, Qayyim appeared as the Weekend Champion. PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit and Two Wheels Motor Racing would like to express our heartfelt thank you to AEON Credit (M) Berhad for the support rendered this weekend during AEON CREDIT MAM Malaysia Superbike Championship. TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 2 1. Qayyim Razin Razali – HORIZON RACING TEAM (20’29:107s) 2. Carlsen Jacob Solis – SSC – HONDA PHILIPPINES – GS BAT (20’47:532s) 3. Huang Pin-Hung – TRIPLE A GARAGE (20’47:616s) 4. Saidatul Zakirah Zairin – Lady Boss Racing Team (20’56:420s) 5. Zakwan Anas Azizulkhairi – TRIPLE A GARAGE (21’04:994s)
Opening round of the 2025 AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP took place today at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit. Irfan Ardiansyah of MAEZTRO NWN TUS SCK HONDA RACING bagged the win in Race 1 of the MSBK250 A category. In qualifying, Irfan Haykhal Amidi of Honda Racing Malaysia clocked the fastest lap at 2’24:739s, followed by Ahmad Afif Amran of SuperFast JRT x Rapido at 2’25:034s, and his teammate Md Akid Aziz at 2’25:561s. Haykhal made a strong start, with Afif and Irfan Ardiansyah trailing closely in P2 and P3. By Lap 4, Irfan hit 180.9km/h, overtaking both riders to lead. On Lap 7, the top three riders had created a 5:086s gap from the rest. Akid in P4 was at least 9 seconds ahead of the next rider. Irfan won the race at 19’35:767s. Afif finished second at 19’35:932s, and Haykhal third at 19’36:024s. Irfan said, “Huge thanks to my team for setting up the bike so well. I just pushed from the start and maintained focus throughout. I’m truly grateful for this win — it really made my day!” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1 1. Irfan Ardiansyah – MAEZTRO NWN TUS SCK HONDA RACING (19’35:767s) 2. Ahmad Afif Amran – SuperFast JRT x Rapido (19’35:932s) 3. Irfan Haykhal Amidi – Honda Racing Malaysia (19’36:024s) 4. Md Akid Aziz – SuperFast JRT x Rapido (19’40:447s) 5. Gao Ziang – One For All (19’58:367s)
Race 1 of the opening round of the 2025 AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP took place today at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit. Qayyim Razin Razali of HORIZON RACING TEAM took the win in the MSBK250 B category. Qayyim led strongly from the start, quickly creating a gap. Behind him, Kabilesh Rajini of TEAM RACR CASTROL POWER1 and Carlsen Jacob Solis of SSC – HONDA PHILIPPINES – GS BAT battled for P2. Kabilesh’s podium hopes ended early when he crashed on Lap 3. Qayyim secured the win at 20’31:800s. On the final turn, Carlsen overtook Huang Pin-Hung of TRIPLE A GARAGE, finishing second at 20’43:641s, with Huang taking third at 20’43:972s. Qayyim said, “In the race, I just focused on maintaining my pace at the front to build a gap. Alhamdulillah, I managed to take the top spot on the podium today. I’m looking forward to Race 2 tomorrow!” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1 1. Qayyim Razin Razali of HORIZON RACING TEAM (20’31:800s) 2. Carlsen Jacob Solis of SSC – HONDA PHILIPPINES – GS BAT (20’43:641s) 3. Huang Pin-Hung of TRIPLE A GARAGE (20’43:972s) 4. Saidatul Zakirah Zairin – Lady Boss Racing Team (20’59:900s) 5. Zakwan Anas Azizulkhairi – TRIPLE A GARAGE (21’10:886s)
The MSBK250 A category at the opening round of the 2025 AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP, held today at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit, saw Muhd Irfan Haykhal Amidi of Honda Racing Malaysia top the combined practice sessions. In Practice 1, Irfan led the pack with a blistering lap time of 2’26:433s. Ahmad Afif Amran of SuperFast JRT x Rapido secured second place with a time of 2’27:052s, followed closely by Gao Ziang of One For All in third at 2’29:102s. In Practice 2, Irfan Haykhal maintained his position at the top after improving his lap time to 2’25:824s. This put him ahead of Irfan Ardiansyah of MAEZTRO NWN TUS SCK HONDA RACING, who set a time of 2’26:739s, 0:915s behind Irfan Haykhal, in second place. Gao Ziang placed third after clocking a lap time of 2’27:518s. The combined results saw Irfan Haykhal as the fastest overall, followed by Irfan Ardiansyah in second and Afif in third. Irfan commented, “I am quite satisfied with my overall performance today. I tried to set the best lap time for today, and I did it after making some changes to the suspension and sprocket, and everything went smoothly. I hope I can maintain this momentum in tomorrow’s race.” Top 5 Fastest – Free Practice (Combined) 1. Md Irfan Haykhal Amidi – Honda Racing Malaysia (2’25:824s) 2. Irfan Ardiansyah – MAEZTRO NWN TUS SCK HONDA RACING (2’26:739s) 3. Ahmad Afif Amran – SuperFast JRT x Rapido (2’27:052s) 4. Gao Ziang – One For All (2’27:518s) 5. Md Akid Aziz – SuperFast JRT x Rapido (2’27:699s)
The MSBK250 B category saw Qayyim Razin Razali of Horizon Racing Team emerge as the fastest overall in the combined practice sessions at the opening round of the 2025 AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP, held today at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit. In Practice 1, Qayyim led the field with a fastest lap of 2’33:075s. He was followed by Kabilesh Rajini Krishnan of Team RACR CASTROL POWER1, who clocked 2’33:589s, and Huang Pin-Hung from Chinese Taipei, who took third place with a time of 2’34:466s. In Practice 2, Qayyim improved his lap time to 2’33:313s, reaching a speed of 130.16 km/h on lap 4 to lead the session. China rider Ke Huanni of TRIPLE A GARAGE followed closely in second place with a time of 2’35:204s, achieving a speed of 128.57 km/h on lap 3. Saidatul Zakirah Zairin of Lady Boss Racing Team finished in third place with a time of 2’35:313s. The combined results from both sessions saw Qayyim finish as the fastest overall, followed by Kabilesh in second and Huang Pin-Hung in third. Qayyim commented, “I am happy with my results today. However, I will make sure to improve further to maintain my position at the top. I am excited for tomorrow’s race and I am aiming for a podium finish.” Top 5 Fastest – Free Practice (Combined) 1. Qayyim Razin Razali – Horizon Racing Team (2’33:075s) 2. Kabilesh Rajini Krishnan – Team RACR CASTROL POWER1 (2’33:589s) 3. Huang Pin-Hung – Chinese Taipei (2’34:466s) 4. Ke Huanni – China (2’34:510s) 5. Saidatul Zakirah Zairin – Lady Boss Racing Team (2’35:313s)
Round 1 of the Aeon Credit MAM Malaysia Superbike Championship is happening at PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit this weekend. The MSBK250 A and MSBK250 B will be back on track to stimulate the racing scene with its interesting entry list. Last season saw Irfan Ardiansyah of Honda NWN SCK Racing Team breaking through to take the big sweep in the MSBK250A race category with five podiums including two wins. This season, the Indonesian lad will be back once again alongside 24 riders from 7 different countries to mark his excellence in what will be one of the most challenging race categories in the championship. The question remains: Will Irfan be able to ward off the pressure in the face of highly competitive riders? Commenting on the race, Irfan said, “My goal is the same. I want to be the challenge among the front troops and be at the top. Definitely I want to try for the championship title once again. I think this season will be more competitive compared to last season so there needs to be precision. There is certainly no room for errors. Each year, the race category seems to be getting tougher. The entry list for this season looks challenging but most importantly, I need to stay positive and always believe in myself that I can do it like last season. Sepang circuit is a complete circuit and I enjoy riding there. It has some hilly parts and a long corner which I really like.” MSBK250 B race category on the other hand will watch two ladies, Siti Norsyafiyah of FKR CHV Racing and Saidatul Zakirah of Lady Boss Racing Team competing alongside the male counterparts from Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, China and Chinese Taipei. Last season, Rakha Bima of Honda NWN SCK Racing Team marked victory with a total of 115 points however with the Indonesian rider out of the entry list for Round 1, the riders may have found a different motivation to accelerate further in their games. A total of 9 riders will make up for the MSBK250 B race category. Among the riders who have showcased excellent skills and will graduate into the MSBK250 A race category from last season are 1st runner up, Md Naqib Rifqi who will team up with Honda Racing Malaysia and 3rd runner up Kabilesh Rajni of Team RACR Castrol Power1.
The final race of the MSBK250 A category in Round 4 of the MAM Malaysia Superbike Championship delivered intense action at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit. Ahmad Afif Amran of YAMAHA TEKHNE RACING TEAM ASIA emerged victorious in Race 2, while Irfan Ardiansyah of HONDA NWN SCK RACING TEAM secured the 2024 championship title. Afif established an early lead, closely followed by Kitsada Tanachot from HONDA RACING THAILAND and Muhd Jazil Juraimi of Singapore. However, the race dynamics shifted on Lap 4 when Kitsada clocked an impressive lap time of 2’26:587s at a top speed of 188.5 km/h, successfully overtaking Afif. Emil Idzhar briefly claimed P3 but suffered a crash at Turn 9 on Lap 5. On Lap 6, Afif reclaimed the lead, with Mohd Haziq Mohd Fairues of BOON SIEW HONDA RACING TEAM and Kitsada chasing closely behind. Championship contender Irfan Ardiansyah held P5, just ahead of his teammate Gerry Salim. The final lap saw dramatic changes as riders pushed aggressively for top positions. Gerry Salim’s unfortunate crash dashed his hopes of challenging for the championship. Soon after, Kitsada also fell at the last turn, missing out on a podium finish. Afif redeemed himself by crossing the finish line first with a time of 19’39:913s, followed by Haziq at 19’40:821s and Jazil narrowly behind at 19’40:822s. Irfan’s fourth-place finish secured his championship victory for the 2024 season. Irfan expressed his excitement: “I’m really happy to finally secure the championship. The race was tough, and I fought until the end. I saw an opportunity to overtake at Turn 9 and took it. Alhamdulillah, I’m grateful to achieve this result.” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 2 1. Ahmad Afif Amran – YAMAHA TEKHNE RACING TEAM ASIA (19’39:913s) 2. Mohd Haziq Mohd Fairues – BOON SIEW HONDA RACING TEAM (19’40:821s) 3. Muhd Jazil Juraimi – Singapore (19’40:822s) 4. Irfan Ardiansyah – HONDA NWN SCK RACING TEAM (19’41:200s) 5. Muhd Muzakkir Mohamed – HORIZON RACING TEAM (19’45:622s) OVERALL STANDINGS 1. Irfan Ardiansyah – HONDA NWN SCK RACING TEAM (132 points) 2. Gerry Salim – Honda NWN SCK Racing Team (118 points) 3. Kitsada Tanachot – HONDA RACING THAILAND (94 points) 4. Muhd Muzakkir Mohamed – HORIZON RACING TEAM (87 points) 5. Md Haziq Md Fairues – BOON SIEW HONDA RACING TEAM (86 points)