Galfer has entered the 2026 AMA Supercross Championship, supplying Shark brake discs to the Troy Lee Designs Red Bull Ducati Factory Racing Team for its season-opening race at Anaheim 1. The event, held January 10 at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California, marked a partnership between the Spanish braking components manufacturer and Ducati’s factory Supercross program.
Highlights
- Galfer Shark brake discs equipped both front and rear positions on Ducati’s Desmo450 MX race bikes at Anaheim 1
- The company brings established American Supercross experience from previous partnerships with Rockstar Husqvarna Factory Racing and riders including Jason Anderson and Ken Roczen
- Dylan Ferrandis finished ninth in the Main Event during the team’s competitive debut
- Technical specifications include up to 30% reduction in operating temperatures and extended pad life
Galfer’s American Racing Background
Galfer has supplied braking components to competitive American Supercross programs before this Ducati partnership. The Rockstar Husqvarna Factory Racing team ran Galfer components during the 2022 season with riders Malcolm Stewart and Dean Wilson.
The company’s U.S. racing resume includes associations with notable 450SX competitors. Jason Anderson, the 2018 450SX Champion, and Ken Roczen have competed using Galfer braking systems at the premier Supercross level.
Anaheim 1 Race Results
The Troy Lee Designs Red Bull Ducati Factory Racing Team’s debut produced mixed outcomes. Dylan Ferrandis completed the Main Event in ninth position, demonstrating consistent performance on the technical Angel Stadium circuit.
Justin Barcia showed competitive qualifying pace but did not finish the Main Event after crashing in the early stages of the race.
Shark Disc Technical Specifications
The Galfer Shark brake disc design addresses specific Supercross racing demands. The company cites the following technical characteristics for the system:
- Increased braking power and modulation capability
- High thermal stability under racing conditions
- Up to 30% reduction in operating temperatures
- Extended brake pad service life
- Lightweight construction with durability for race conditions
Season Outlook
Galfer will continue supplying braking components to the Troy Lee Designs Red Bull Ducati Factory Racing Team for all remaining rounds of the 2026 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship.
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