The Red Bull KTM Factory Racing team has announced that fan favourite Aaron Plessinger will race for them in the AMA Supercross and Pro Motocross Championships.
Upon inking a two-year deal, Plessinger will remain with the team through the 2023 season with his much-anticipated debut taking place at the Anaheim SX opener on Saturday, January 8 in Anaheim, California.
Plessinger enjoyed a successful run in the 250cc division, including a 250MX Championship in 2018 and countless race-wins in both series.
Since moving into the premier 450 cc division in 2019, the 25-year-old has slated numerous top-10 finishes, along with one career top-five, and he is ready to race onto the podium with an all-new program behind him in 2022.
Training with world-renown SX/MX trainer Aldon Baker at the elite Baker’s Factory compound in Florida, Plessinger will also work alongside mechanic Jade Dungey, who re-joins the Red Bull KTM squad for his first season together with AP.
“I’m really excited for the opportunity to join Red Bull KTM and work alongside everyone associated with the factory team effort,” said Plessinger.
“To be honest, I’m pretty excited to bring a new vibe to the team. I rode KTMs a lot as a kid, so I’m looking forward to getting back to my roots and having some fun but this time on the 450cc KTM.
“Getting to train at Baker’s Factory with Aldon Baker, who has helped shape the careers of many champions over the years, is an opportunity I didn’t want to pass up.
“Hopefully I can push my fitness to new limits and better hone in my racing techniques by training alongside all the other top riders there.”
The 2022 AMA Supercross Championship kicks off on Saturday, January 8 in Anaheim, California.
Photo courtesy KTM USA
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