Woodcliff Lake, NJ – December 9, 2025 – BMW Motorrad Motorsport and BMW Motorrad USA have officially announced OrangeCat Racing as the brand’s factory team for the 2026 MotoAmerica Superbike season.
The 2026 rider lineup includes Sean Dylan Kelly, the 2021 MotoAmerica Supersport champion, and veteran Jayson Uribe, who returns to the team after a standout season.
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Kelly, one of the most consistent talents of the new generation, has accumulated impressive results: in addition to his 2021 title, he finished runner-up in Supersport in 2020, competed for two seasons in the Moto2 World Championship, and claimed his first MotoAmerica Superbike victory in 2024 riding a BMW. Uribe returns to OrangeCat Racing after finishing third in the 2025 Stock 1000 championship, earning eight podiums throughout the year. He had previously raced for the team in 2024, when he finished as runner-up in the category.
According to Kevin Philips, Head of BMW Motorrad for the Americas, the new partnership represents a natural alignment between two entities defined by performance and competitive ambition:
“This partnership brings together organizations driven by a passion for performance and excellence. From its riders to its engineers, OrangeCat has always represented our brand in an exemplary way. We are excited about the future and about showcasing the winning potential of the BMW M 1000 RR in the continent’s premier Superbike category.”
Founded in Chicago, OrangeCat Racing entered MotoAmerica in 2023 with the BMW M 1000 RR in the Stock 1000 class, quickly becoming a leading contender. In just three seasons, the team has achieved 10 wins and 33 podiums, including runner-up finishes with Kaleb DeKeyrel (2023) and Jayson Uribe (2024), as well as the 2025 title with Andrew Lee.
With this rapid rise, the team will make its debut in the Superbike category in 2026 with full factory support.
Jeff Connors, Director of OrangeCat Racing, emphasized the strategic alignment with BMW:
“BMW has been vital to our success, and we are thrilled about the potential of this partnership in Superbike. The dedication and work ethic of BMW Motorrad Motorsport are inspiring, and we are ready to take on this new challenge.”
Founder Andrew Sieja reinforced the synergy between the two organizations:
“We share so much in common: a love for the sport, a relentless drive for improvement, and a spirit of adventure. BMW has been an exceptional partner, and we are ready for the next step.”
With high expectations and strong technical backing, OrangeCat Racing enters 2026 as one of the most anticipated debuts in MotoAmerica Superbike.
Source and image: BMW Motorrad USA. This content was created with the assistance of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
