Galfer is proud to announce its entry into the prestigious 2026 AMA Supercross Championship, marking a historic debut during Anaheim 1, the season-opening race held on Saturday, January 10, at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California. For this event, riders of the Troy Lee Designs Red Bull Ducati Factory Racing Team took to the track on the Desmo450 MX equipped with Galfer Shark brake discs, both front and rear—key components chosen by the team for their exceptional performance and reliability under the extreme conditions typical of Supercross.
Galfer brings a strong technical legacy to the premier American Supercross championship, where its braking technology has previously been adopted by several competitive teams and motorcycles. In the United States, Galfer components have been part of high-level racing programs, such as the Rockstar Husqvarna Factory Racing team in 2022, which fielded top riders like Malcolm Stewart and Dean Wilson. Moreover, prominent AMA Championship riders such as Jason Anderson, 450SX Champion in 2018, and Ken Roczen, known for numerous wins and podiums in the premier class, reflect the high technical and competitive level in which Galfer has consolidated its Supercross experience in the U.S.
This direct experience with American tracks and riders has strengthened Galfer’s technical expertise under the extreme conditions typical of U.S. Supercross and represents an important precedent for Ducati’s choice to rely on Galfer for its debut in the 2026 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship. By entering such a demanding competitive environment, Galfer confirms its ability to provide elite braking solutions for the most prestigious events in motorcycle racing.
The debut of the Troy Lee Designs Red Bull Ducati Factory Racing Team, supported by Galfer, at Anaheim immediately showcased the effectiveness of the Shark discs: Dylan Ferrandis finished 9th in the Main Event, demonstrating consistent pace and competitiveness on a challenging track, while Justin Barcia, despite a strong qualifying pace, was forced to retire following a crash in the early stages.
These results confirm that Galfer Shark discs offer maximum control, modulation, and reliability, allowing riders to fully express their potential and solidifying Galfer as a key technical partner in top-level competitions.
The on-track performance is the result of the advanced features of Galfer Shark brake discs, chosen by the team to ensure greater braking power and modulation, high thermal stability, up to 30% reduction in operating temperatures, longer pad life, and a lightweight yet durable design—perfect for the extreme demands of Supercross.
The debut at Anaheim 1 is only the beginning of an intense season: Galfer will continue to support the Troy Lee Designs Red Bull Ducati Factory Racing Team throughout all rounds of the AMA Supercross, strengthening its presence in global motorcycle racing and confirming its leadership in braking solutions for top-tier competitions.
