On a recent MotoXpod Austin Forkner discussed signing with Triumph Racing, his new program, getting back on the bike after his brain surgery, motivation to be a top guy, and more.
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Plain and simple. the bike sucks, the only person to make a Kawi work consistently since Tomac left the brand is Febvre. its been 8 years since they won a single race in MX2, its the new age Suzuki.
I’m with you Dark, Austin desperately needed a change in his program! To see a new fender color in front of him should renew some excitement and life into his career! I wish AF nothing but the best for 25 👊
Im hoping austin gets it done for himself. He was smashing the field a few years back when he was undefeated before he crashed himself out. Been a big fan of his since super mini. Good luck austin yoy deserve some lady luck
Well ,,Kawasaki gave everything for a long time and Mr Bad Luck couldn’t do crap for the Team,,I wouldn’t re- Sign him either,,,face it,,, he just can’t deliver on his end…End of Story just like AC and a few others,,,Team Green gives them the best bikes,,Great. Mechanics,,and. Treats them very well but then they don’t deliver,,,
Why did no one ask about the departure of Bobby Hewitt? Very disappointing. It's hard for me to think that Bobby's presence at Triumph would have been a factor for Austin going to them. Yes, I realize that a multi year factory ride was the most important variable. I know this is just a clip from the interview. I'll wait for for to be posted and maybe my question will be answered. He can and will win if he stays healthy…
Man of God, on a comeback. Wishing Austin all the best moving forward. Having a bunch of fast riders in the lites division is a great thing for the sport. Top tier competition and rivalries help bring new eyes to the sport. New eyes, increased exposure is attractive to big corporate sponsors which in turn, brings more money to everyones pockets.
Anyone who's anyone knows it its not working for Austin over at Kawasaki dude needed a change he should have jumped shipped long ago I think he should have went to star like 4 years ago
As a long time fan of the sport, I have absolutely no doubt that Austin Forkner has what it takes to be a champion. He has raw speed. You can't teach that.
Hope Forkner keeps healthy and rubber side down. He’s a fast good rider. Some people say he has the Reynard curse like a lot of the riders from that camp. I’m not even sure what that constitutes.
Hell yeah its a dope ass move those T-umphs look trick as hell and yeah somthing fresh will boost all your "Stoke-asissums" and you look so awsome on the fresh ride and kits man..im so pumped for AF!!!!!
You need to take down that X brand goggles thang darkside. C'mon he friggin sued the track and now they cant get ins and closed down!!! im 55 yrs old so ive been a rich taylor fan back from my suzuki days but man this dude is causing carreer suicide to himself, he has a goggle company if a track closes its gotta effect his dollas
Plain and simple. the bike sucks, the only person to make a Kawi work consistently since Tomac left the brand is Febvre. its been 8 years since they won a single race in MX2, its the new age Suzuki.
I’m with you Dark, Austin desperately needed a change in his program! To see a new fender color in front of him should renew some excitement and life into his career! I wish AF nothing but the best for 25 👊
I have a feeling Austin is going to be a force on that Triumph! Good luck bro! 🤞
PC will be gutted if he comes out and wins it 1st year on new bike will have to beat deegan like will be hard
Austin is such a good rider but damn he has the worst luck. Hopefully he can stay healthy all season.
Wish you nothing but the best bud.
Im hoping austin gets it done for himself. He was smashing the field a few years back when he was undefeated before he crashed himself out. Been a big fan of his since super mini. Good luck austin yoy deserve some lady luck
I soooo want Austin to win and win and win…he has put so much into MX……
It finally the make or break point in his career, if its more of the same with the crashing out he'll never get a factory ride again.
Rooting for Forkner myself! Nice new bike.
“Why didn’t Forkner re-sign with Kawasaki?l
Go get 'em Austin!
You will again!
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Who's Austin Fokner? Does he race?
You mean why did Kawasaki not re-sign Forkner…. Let’s face it, Austin can ride a dirtbike, but he’s a head case . He will never be a champion.
Go get 'em AF!
I want so badly to see Austin be the dude he is… "FAF" and with a championship…. and then give the 450 boys some heat…
Cause hes a squid whos been nothing but a liability to monster Kawasaki…
How many times can you say “like” in one interview?🤦🏻
Because he's always hurt. And will get hurt at Triumph.
Well ,,Kawasaki gave everything for a long time and Mr Bad Luck couldn’t do crap for the Team,,I wouldn’t re- Sign him either,,,face it,,, he just can’t deliver on his end…End of Story just like AC and a few others,,,Team Green gives them the best bikes,,Great. Mechanics,,and. Treats them very well but then they don’t deliver,,,
I absolutely believe this will be a big year for Forkner! God's favor and his hard work will bring a comeback story! 🤙
cause he is covered in band aids always and has cost to much for wat he delivers
Why did no one ask about the departure of Bobby Hewitt? Very disappointing. It's hard for me to think that Bobby's presence at Triumph would have been a factor for Austin going to them. Yes, I realize that a multi year factory ride was the most important variable. I know this is just a clip from the interview. I'll wait for for to be posted and maybe my question will be answered. He can and will win if he stays healthy…
Man of God, on a comeback. Wishing Austin all the best moving forward.
Having a bunch of fast riders in the lites division is a great thing for the sport.
Top tier competition and rivalries help bring new eyes to the sport. New eyes, increased exposure is attractive to big corporate sponsors which in turn, brings more money to everyones pockets.
I want him to win the title this year but on the other hand i just hope he concentrate on finishing
I hope it works out for Forkner. Hes one of the top riders when hes healthy. You got this bro!
Anyone who's anyone knows it its not working for Austin over at Kawasaki dude needed a change he should have jumped shipped long ago I think he should have went to star like 4 years ago
As a long time fan of the sport, I have absolutely no doubt that Austin Forkner has what it takes to be a champion. He has raw speed. You can't teach that.
It’s his best and maybe only shot at a 450 ride!
Hope Forkner keeps healthy and rubber side down. He’s a fast good rider. Some people say he has the Reynard curse like a lot of the riders from that camp. I’m not even sure what that constitutes.
Rooting for him, but I don't see I different outcome than what we've already seen, no matter the bike.
What’s the TRUTH about Bobby Hewitt? Why did he leave????????
Go Austin! I’ve been a fan and rooting for you since day one! New bike/team/location! Stay healthy and git er done!
Hell yeah its a dope ass move those T-umphs look trick as hell and yeah somthing fresh will boost all your "Stoke-asissums" and you look so awsome on the fresh ride and kits man..im so pumped for AF!!!!!
You need to take down that X brand goggles thang darkside. C'mon he friggin sued the track and now they cant get ins and closed down!!! im 55 yrs old so ive been a rich taylor fan back from my suzuki days but man this dude is causing carreer suicide to himself, he has a goggle company if a track closes its gotta effect his dollas
All weiord? All FUN!!!
I’m hopeful for a full healthy season hopefully with some wins. But mainly just completing the season healthy.
Like him or not he’s a fighter and the young man doesn’t quit ! Definitely pulling for him 💯👊🏻
Really hope he has a successful 2025 season 👌