M4 ECSTAR Suzuki Unveils Five-Rider Lineup for 2026 MotoAmerica Season
M4 ECSTAR Suzuki is set to tackle the 2026 MotoAmerica season with a strong five-rider team across three classes: Superbike, Supersport, and Twins Cup. The team aims for top finishes, with perennial frontrunners Richie Escalante and two-time Daytona 200 winner Brandon Paasch leading the Superbike charge. This season will also feature the stunning 40th-anniversary GSX-R livery.
M4 ECSTAR Suzuki, supported by Suzuki Motor USA and Team Hammer, is gearing up for the 2026 MotoAmerica season, kicking off at Daytona. The team will compete in three premier categories: Superbike, Supersport, and marks a welcome return to the Twins Cup class.
In the Superbike class, Richie Escalante, the 2020 MotoAmerica Supersport Champion, will lead the effort on the Suzuki GSX-R1000R. Escalante, who finished sixth in the 2025 Superbike Championship with multiple podiums, is focused on contending for the championship this year. He expressed excitement about returning for a fifth year with the team, aiming for improved consistency and faster qualifying times. Joining him in Superbike is two-time Daytona 200 winner Brandon Paasch, who returns to M4 ECSTAR Suzuki with high motivation to deliver strong performances.
Adding to the visual appeal, the M4 ECSTAR Suzuki GSX-R machines will showcase the striking 40th-anniversary GSX-R livery, featuring the classic Suzuki blue-and-white color scheme. This move highlights the brand's heritage while looking forward to a competitive season. The team’s commitment to all three classes, including the re-entry into Twins Cup, signals a comprehensive assault on the MotoAmerica championship titles.