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Race 1&2 results of Asia Production 250cc class (AP250 class): Kavin Quintal and Johann Reeves finished Race 1 at 15th & 24th position and Race 2 at 31st and 25th position, respectively.
Mobility Resort Motegi, Japan, 13th July 2025: The IDEMITSU Honda Racing India team riders took on a tough and action-packed Round 3 of the 2025 FIM Asia Road Racing Championship at the iconic Mobility Resort Motegi in Japan, wrapping up a weekend marked by intense racing and strong competition.
The Indian duo, Kavin Quintal and Johann Reeves, showcased strong race craft and composure as they competed in the highly competitive Asia Production 250cc (AP250) class.
Kavin Quintal started Race 1 from the 24th position on the grid for the 10-lap race. Navigating intense competition with skill and persistence, he finished the race in 15th place with a total time of 21:50.422, garnering one valuable point for the team. In Race 2, he put up a strong fight but couldn’t finish the race after a crash, ending up at 31st position, with a total time of 10:59.119 for five laps.
Meanwhile, Johann Reeves started from 28th on the grid in Race 1. He put in a solid performance, clocking consistent lap times on the demanding Motegi circuit. Reeves crossed the chequered flag at 24th position with a total time of 22.19.879. In Race 2, he held his position, finishing the race in 25th place with a total time of 22:12.781.
Kavin earned 01 point in race 1, bringing their cumulative team total to 6 points for this season in the Asia Production 250cc (AP250) class.
Sharing his thoughts, Kavin Quintal said, “Racing at Motegi Circuit today was demanding throughout. It was a tough day as unfortunately I couldn’t finish the race due to a crash. While the result isn’t what I hoped for, I am taking away valuable insights from today and staying motivated to improve in the upcoming rounds.”
Johann Reeves added, “Today’s race at Motegi Circuit tested me in every aspect. It was a challenging battle from the very beginning. With tough competition and a challenging track, I have gained valuable experience for the team and there is much to improve on. I am determined to come back stronger in the next races.”
About 2025 FIM Asia Road Racing Championship (ARRC): The 28th edition of FIM Asia Road Racing Championship is Asia’s most competitive motorcycle road racing championship, held since 1996. The 2025 season, consisting of six rounds, kicked off with the season opener at the Chang International Circuit in Thailand from 25-27 April 2025. The second round took place in Malaysia from 30th May to 1st June 2025. The third round unfolded in Japan from 11th – 13th July. The fourth round will take place in Indonesia in August followed by the fifth round in Malaysia in October. The season finale will be held in December in at Chang International Circuit in Thailand.
