PROMISING PACE FOR HELMI
The MSBK1000 A category at the Round 2 of the 2025 AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP took place today at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit, where Muhd Helmi Azman of HONDA RACING MALAYSIA emerged as the fastest overall in the combined practice sessions.
In the morning, Kasma Daniel Kasmayudin of HONG LEONG YAMAHA MALAYSIA led the way in Practice 1, setting the fastest lap time of 2’23.178s. He was followed by Adam Norrodin of AMI SUZUKI MOTORSPORT in second with a time of 2’27.949s, and Chan Qing Rong of SAVITAR TEAM ASIA placed third at 2’29.317s.
In Practice 2, Helmi further improved his performance, posting a best lap time of 2’07.489s, reaching a top speed of 156.52 km/h to take the lead. His teammate, Azroy placed second after setting a lap time of 2’08.197s. Kasma posted the third-fastest lap time of 2’09.016s.
With the combined results from both practice sessions, Helmi was the fastest overall, while Azroy placed second and Kasma took third.
Helmi commented, “For Practice 1, we started in wet weather, and I wasn’t able to set a lap time because my bike had some mechanical issues. I had to go in and out of the pits and couldn’t complete a proper lap. However, in Practice 2, everything was perfect. I didn’t face any issues and was just focusing on getting my feel and rhythm back on the bike. This is my second race weekend in the 1000cc category, and there’s still a lot I need to learn about riding a 1000cc bike. My confidence is growing with each session, and I see this as a valuable learning experience. I’ll keep pushing for tomorrow’s sessions and the race. As for tomorrow’s preparations, I’ll be working on improving the bike setup and refining my riding style. I also plan to focus more on the electronics and suspension so I can ride faster and feel more comfortable on the bike.”
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. Muhd Helmi Azman – HONDA RACING MALAYSIA (2’07.489s)
2. Azroy Hakeem Anuar – HONDA RACING MALAYSIA (2’08.197s)
3. Kasma Daniel Kasmayudin – HONG LEONG YAMAHA MALAYSIA (2’09.016s)
4. Adam Norrodin – AMI SUZUKI MOTORSPORT (2’09.856s)
5. Lachlan Epis – SAVITAR TEAM ASIA (2’10.695s)