Slaw
When a mechanical happens, it is rare we hear more about it. Whether it was a rider issue or a mechanical, typically, nothing is released to the media or public.
Not the case in regards to Chase Sexton’s crash in the second moto at Ironman on Saturday.
The Red Bull KTM team released a full statement from team manager Ian Harrison on Tuesday, clarifying the crash was “neither rider nor mechanic error” and that debris got into the rear brake system, preventing Sexton from activating his rear brake.
You can read the full statement below:
Red Bull KTM Factory Racing Team Manager, Ian Harrison stated, “After inspecting the bike Saturday evening, and reviewing the bike data, we now have a clearer understanding of what led up to Chase’s crash in moto two at Ironman, and I want to clarify that it was neither rider nor mechanic error.
Initially, we thought it was a front brake issue, but we now know that debris got into the rear brake system, preventing Chase from activating the rear brake. This forced him to reduce all his speed using only the front brake. We can also see from the bike data that he left the jump on this lap at a much higher rate of speed than at any other lap during the day.
This issue, in turn, caused Chase to crash. The bike landed on the right side first, which then caused the front brake lever to get packed with mud and activate. Chase was unable to continue because of this.
We will actively look for a solution to prevent this from happening again, but as we know, in racing, motocross is tough on the equipment, and when you add the speed and intensity that our riders race at, this exaggerates everything. This was disappointing for both Chase and our team, as well as the fans.”
I think it was 100% the front brake. If you watch closely you’ll notice his front wheel is not spinning when he comes off the job therefore we chase landed will just locked up and threw him.
Your explanation doesn’t sit well with me…
The front wheel was locked up solid when it left the face of the jump, not after it landed!!!
My Momma used to tell me all the time, don’t believe anything you hear and only half of what you see.
But nowadays I don’t believe anything I hear and nothing I see, especially because everyone is using AI…!💯👍🏻🏁🤠
I’m calling b.s. on that explanation. The front wheel was clearly not moving in the air or when it landed. Nice try Einstein.
B.S. KTM! CYA!!!! KTM HAS A PROBLEM W/TELLING TRUTHS & KNOWING WHATS GOING ON! 🤷🏿😉😎👀🤔
Hmmmm….
Wasn’t this the same kind of problem Chase had last year in Nashville???
It was all a blame game
The truth was proven, but never admitted nor rectified.
This time they say it’s no one’s fault
Imagine that….
Yes I agree with all the comments! The front wheel not spinning (Leaving the jump) locked solid!!!!! And the when he got up to get rolling, (the front was locked)!!!!
What makes sense to me is the front brake adjustment was to tight, thus from hard braking, the heat expansion of the fluid, causing the brake to lock!!!
Why KTM trying to bs everyone, my mom could tell you that’s bs and she’s dead. Kevin
Like EVERYONE saw and is saying (except KTM!) the front wheel was not turning before Chase landed! Really, mud packed in the lever after the crash! What lies! Maybe you wouldn’t be going bankrupt if you were honest! No wonder he’s leaving KTM. Sad the days of Roger Decoster are only a memory.