Words and images from AEO Powersports KTM Racing Team
The AEO Powersports KTM Racing Team arrived at Unadilla with energy high and bikes dialed in, ready to take on Round 10 of the 2025 AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Known as one of the most iconic and challenging stops on the circuit, Unadilla lived up to its reputation, putting both riders and crews to the test. The team rose to the occasion, showcasing their preparation and adaptability with spot-on bike setups and quick, strategic adjustments throughout the day. It was a weekend that highlighted their determination, teamwork, and ability to perform under pressure.
Qualifying
- Avery Long: 30th – 2:20.291
- Lux Turner: 18th – 2:18:340
- CJ Benard: 23rd – 2:19.026
Lux Turner
Moto 1: Lux faced some challenges in the opening moto with bike setup and line selection, rounding lap 1 in 19th. Although he wasn’t able to advance in position, he did briefly move up to 17th and showed strong pace with consistent lap times throughout the race. He held his ground well and finished Moto 1 in 19th.
Moto 2: A better showing in the second moto, Lux came around lap 1 in 14th and quickly made moves to push into 11th by lap 3. He held steady, showcasing both speed and consistency, and wrapped up the moto with an impressive 11th-place finish—his second-best result weekend of the season, just behind his performance at RedBud.
Avery Long
Moto 1: Avery had a tough start to the day after going down on lap 1, finding himself in last place. Undeterred, he put in a determined ride and steadily climbed through the pack, advancing positions with every lap. By lap 11, he had reached 27th, which he held through to the checkered flag.
Moto 2: Moto 2 saw a much-improved start, with Avery coming through in 13th after the opening lap. He dropped a couple of spots as the race progressed but maintained a solid pace to finish in 15th, capping off a resilient day of racing.
CJ Benard
Moto 1: CJ didn’t get off the line well and came through lap 1 in 23rd. Knowing that learning the Unadilla track was key, especially with it being his first time racing there, he used the moto to adapt and gather insight. After some position changes early on, he found a rhythm and locked into 24th by lap 11, maintaining that spot to the end.
Moto 2: Unfortunately, CJ’s day was cut short in the second moto after a crash on lap 5 forced him to exit the race early. Despite the setback, the weekend provided valuable experience for the rookie.
Next Stop – Budds Creek | August 23th
Overall AMA Pro Motocross Points Standing:
Lux Turner – 14th
Race Results: 19 | 11
Overall Points Standing: 23rd
Avery Long – 19th
Race Results: 27 | 15
Overall Points Standing: 22nd
CJ Benard – 29th
Race Results: 24 | DNF
Overall Points Standing: 30th
