The AMA Screwing Triumph And Joey Savatgy! Aaron Plesinger, Colt Nichols, And Josh Greco Updates

[@cwags1087]

Honestly....the idea of Savatgy racing the 250 in 450 sx is pure genius!

[@markhills3922]

it is; when all is said and done there isn't that much difference in the lap times of the 250's and 450's, especially in SX so with a rider like Joey on board, podium finishes are not out of the question.

[@esimler]

@@markhills3922pffttt dream on

[@rollingrandy9041]

It would bring attention to the dumb rule for sure

[@teresastephens2642]

I like it!

[@nathandowns369]

Bummed for Cris Prebula. I met his grandma at A1 she was super sweet and said if you don't have someone to route for route for my boy cris and gave me a little sticker of him. Been routing for him ever since. Prayers to him for a speedy recovery

[@tbmdd]

Never heard of him but hope he recovers.

[@cooganbeggs4942]

Stoked for Beta on board! Great looking bikes that I’ve heard nothing but good about 💪

[@OtisFlint]

Can't wait to see how Beta does. They make some great bikes for us woods guys.

[@joshhellstorm184]

I got to ride one it was badass can't wait to see the sx bikes

[@jracer815]

I have a Beta . Such a great bike

[@jangoreo]

@@jracer815Great ? Really as in the past 1 or 2 years lol JUNK

[@mikeherrmann5360]

Plesinger is the modern day Guy Cooper. He wins the fans over on & off the track.... Podiums here & there & autographs

[@cat275hp]

Well said... That's just what I was thinking Savatgy should do! Shove it right up AMA Racing's @zz... Afterall, there are a lot of tracks where 250 lap times are close to &/or matching 450 lap times!

[@joelatkinson2080]

Another great video!!! Thanks for all the love you give the privateers.

[@socalfun64]

Great Video @Cooksey! You’re really good at seeing the bigger picture for some of these more overlooked guys! Bringing some attention to them and their situation!

[@MathewVsSportsMediaandGames]

The way you described Savatgy's situation with Triumph is spot on, Cooksey! It also confirms why I don't like the new point-out rule, and why I feel that only the champion moving up defeats the purpose of the points structure.

[@jamesadams2334]

Great video Cooksey. Also with the 250 under Savatgy in the 450s, not only will it show how much the AMA is screwing him over, but it will also show the new Triumph 250 is capable of top 15 finishing in the 450 class. Outside of getting screwed and racing a 250 in the 450s it's a win, win situation on the 250.

[@Natedoc808]

All about that team Beta action. Love my Beta and nothing but great guys from Tim Pilg, the Gardners, and everyone involved with that brand here in the USA! Repping the 805!!!

[@YZEtc]

Why didn't all parties involved first confirm Savatgy was eligible to ride that class?

[@Too_Soon666]

Ill give you a hint. Its that blubbering stumbling company man afraid to ruffle any feathers in the booth.

[@dropbear9526]

I'd assume, because the currant rules say he is eligible.

[@glentight]

​@@dropbear9526but they don't. He may br eligible due to the change with rule 5.2.d, but he's ineligible because of rule 5.2.f, which was in the rulebook in 2018, and still is.

[@tomsams4430]

@@glentight Well then that's on the AMA. The rule is straight up stupid now. There is no reason not to allow Joey to race this year. That's how the term "grandfathered" is used. He would be eligible under the current rules. It's stupid to dump on a new sponsor to boot. There would be so much good press and extra excitement in the 250 class. Not to mention, we need more teams to help build the sport. This is not how it should go down. It's not too late AMA, Joey could race the East. If not, Triumph should maybe put Joey in the 450 class with the 250. It may not be perfect, but it's better than sitting at home not getting race day gate drops. How many times have we heard from racers coming back from injury or whatever, and say they need more gate drops to get up to speed. New bike and sponsor should get this, it's better for the sport we all want to see grow!

[@glentight]

@@tomsams4430 he isn't though, not since 2018, when he "pointed out". *He knew that, Triumph should have known that.* That's where the stupidity is, with those who not only thought he *was* eligible, but made moves and signed contracts based on that erroneous assumption. The rule (5.2.f) was clear in 2018, it's still clear now.

[@unclejessiesrodshop8432]

Your Savatgy advice is spot on.

[@michaelhamblin732]

Hey Cooksey. I have commented in a while. Wanna say how much I love your the show and your content. I wish more people were like you and told it like it is. Love how you support your boys as well with the shootouts like Coach Rob, Ride Strapped and others. Keep up the awesome content and look forward to the next video. Support the bad guy! COOKSEY MOB 4 LIFE!

[@CookseyMedia]

Thanks for watching and commenting! Your support is greatly appreciated! 👌👊 Also I love that you embrace the MOB.

[@RJExpediting-rk7lr]

Savatgy in 450 I think is an excellent idea, get some tests sessions and keeps rider sharp. Do It!!!!!

[@jimhillcoat1205]

Imagine Joey doing well on that 250 in the 450 class. Thatd be sick.

[@Too_Soon666]

Imagine a company coming into the industry making their debut after investing multiple millions of dollars to break into the industry. Then even allowing their product to compete with half the motor and even less R&D

[@jimhillcoat1205]

@jeffappleby that would be a STATEMENT on their part. Granted it would never happen, but would be great to watch!

[@AESOP2U]

I agree that's great advice for Joey Savatgy Cooksey. You're still the Guru Chris!! Be safe and Merry Christmas to you and your family.

[@CookseyMedia]

Thanks Merry Christmas to you and your family too!

[@johnthompson5302]

Also, Duffe, Deegan’s mechanic, was in a bad crash and broke his leg yesterday. Gotta have reconstruction surgery on his leg and will be out for a minute. He’s a big part of 38’s progress and success. Wonder if that will impact his SX season?

[@billybalentine8065]

He’ll be back within 2 months. He’ll over see what’s going on until he can physically do the work again.

[@MichaelAMyers1957]

Big part of his progress and success ? LOL. deegan would be where he is with, or without, his mechanic

[@Mason-fj5dh]

@@MichaelAMyers1957 while I agree deegan would be good no matter what, you'd be surprised how much a good/bad relationship with your mechanic can affect you

[@MichaelAMyers1957]

@@Mason-fj5dh deegans have the money to hire any mechanic they want. They wouldn’t waste their time with a mechanic, if the vibes weren’t good.

[@camselkirk7248]

VIDEO IDEA- during this slow month I’d love to see you do a video analyzing Chase Sexton’s demeanor in regards to the switch to KTM. I know you enjoy behavioral analysis and are good at it. I’ve been watching all the media stuff with Chase and I have personally noticed a bit of a change with him. Not sure if it’s uncertainty or just being nervous, but he seems more uneasy every video that I watch even though he says what everyone expects him to say for the most part. Thanks for the great content as always 🤙

[@bobbybishop5662]

Great way to treat a company that just invested millions to compete. If the rule only applies to Champions the decision is wrong.

[@glentight]

It doesn't... Rule 5.2.d changed, but rule 5.2.f was in the rulebook in 2018 when Savatgy "pointed out", and it's still in the rulebook now.

[@bobbybishop5662]

@@glentight Well that's not confusing or anything ? Lol

[@glentight]

@@bobbybishop5662 It's not confusing at all... tell me where any confusion in this wording exists.: f. Riders who have been advanced to the 450SX class through points or championships won will not be eligible to return to the 250SX class.

[@bobbybishop5662]

@@glentight It was a joke duh.

[@glentight]

@@bobbybishop5662 then there's this: g. Riders finishing in the top 15 of the 450SX class points in 2021 or 2022 will not be eligible to ride the 250SX class. Savatgy finished 8th in 2021. So he'd be waiting on a rule to be re-written for 2024 irrespective.

[@chuckdiego719]

I totally agree that he should race that 250 triumph in the 450 class and get it some exposure. I always have believed in Joey 👍🏻

[@onlygazza]

Triumph Bore that 250 up to a 270 and go in the 450 class ✊

[@williamakifer]

That's a great idea having Joey ride the 250 in the 450 class. I could only imagine if he got a top 5 on that bike.

[@CookseyMedia]

It brings attention to the hypocrisy of the rule.

[@maxracingteam23]

You would think Ricky would have some pull with the AMA in letting savatchy race the 250 class inSupercross

[@bertamusprime618]

I like the running a 250 in the 450 class. Quick question and at the risk of sounding completely ignorant are lap times that different in super cross between the 250 and 450?

[@Frogstoney]

The top few guys in both classes are usually just a few seconds apart

[@jeremy8283]

Not really unless it's a fast track like Daytona. Jett was running the same lap times as the top 450 riders. Joey is pretty talented so If the bike is good, I think he could easily be top 10.

[@zbignoz.tunnlerwitz_109]

Tomac on a few occasions in qualifying beat the fastest 450 qualifier when he was in the 250 class.

[@OtisFlint]

@@Frogstoney I doubt that. A few seconds/lap is an eternity in professional racing. The gap isn't that large outdoors, and outdoors the 450s can use the power.

[@Frogstoney]

@@OtisFlint what’s the difference then? I would say a broad general answer of a few seconds should cover all the tracks. Some are faster than others some have triples or quads that only 450s can hit…. Instead of just correcting me how you provide an answer as well

[@BadandBoochii]

I actually agree riding the 250 in the 450 class is a good idea a few rounds

[@rickguthrie2287]

Hello, From Tampa, Fl. Great post and thanks for the information. I'am with you on Plesinger riding in the top 5. Like you said, Everyone likes him and he also, can mix it up with you if you run him wide lol. Would love some insight on a few rider's heading into there season. Update on WEBB, DEEGAN, MALCOLM and Llaw.

[@CookseyMedia]

I already covered Malcolm and Deegan, but I will talk Webb soon. Nothing to report on JLaw.

[@rickguthrie2287]

@@CookseyMedia Thanks

[@travismccloskey9733]

Why is Savatgy's head pipe so much different in the official team picture? Anybody know?

[@Walkeranz]

the seat time on the bike, the data acquisition, and the attention from being in the 450 class, sounds like a no brainer. A top 10 is a win if you’re on a 250 in the 450 class.

[@macdreezy44]

i rode a beta test bike and they have been putting in the work and money i have high expectations for them

[@didickcheeseburger]

the ama isnt screwing savatgy or triumph. its specifically in the rules that anyone who was made ineligible based on the old rule does not have their eligibility reinstated because of the rule change. if you disagree with the rule thats one thing but savatgy and triumph should be aware of his ineligibility as its clearly stated and ignorance of the rule doesnt give them leeway

[@user-mm1nt1it5v]

Cooksey! What should I do?? I bought a strapped t shirt and now I have butt gaids, help?

[@Mo_kagy]

My pics of Carlen on the BETA! Wooohooooo

[@williamakifer]

I love the Beta look! I think its the best looking bike out there.

[@curtiscooksey1340]

Beta is a good looking bike!

[@NorthWestMotos]

Sweet Cooksey Castrol shirt

[@ericmiles1852]

Savatgy needs to run and should have ran the entire arenacross series since hes nit eligible for 250 east or west. It would be a good proving ground for the triumph to see where they stand indoors.

[@Mik3yobri3n]

Cooksey is also your brand. Nothing weird about the shirt, I thought it was actually pretty cool.

[@CookseyMedia]

I like it too, but I don't want to seem like I think I am a big deal, I am not. 🤷‍♂️

[@davidhoward8466]

its funny that you start off your shows correcting your trash talk from the last video.

[@Mxgoatman]

Ap is the new kdub. He doesn’t need to win to have a ride. He’s so popular he will always have a ride.

[@gleanerman2195]

Benny is a class act, he will run top 10 I do believe.

[@loganmilesMX]

One step forward, two back. Come on you know they gonna do ama stuff! It's ama! But they have Ricky, I hope they reconsider. A freaking disservice to our sport not have a triumph racing this year with Joey. Morons who love nostalgia is what the ama should change to. 1%! ama can suck it!

[@AntiPattern328]

Colt and Benny on Beta!!!! I think they're going to turn some heads for sure. I predict Beta having a better season than any of the new brands!!

[@jimmycrawford3x]

Can they bump up the CC's on the 250 to give Joey some more power for the 450 class?

[@ddrowdy2]

Triumph probably has a 450 close to ready so........

[@DRU1421]

That beta looking pretty sik! cant wait to see how they compete..

[@tm643racing]

How many times has the best 250 lap in main be in top 10 in 450 lap time wise . Hunter on 250 could top 5 450 class on 250

[@steveptasznik6147]

I would doubt that.

[@Bobby83060]

Great advice for Savatchy. AMA is totally wrong on his eligibility in the 250's. I swear, Moto finally got some momentum, and of course, the AMA puts a wrench in it. I have been an AMA member for 20 years. I think it's time to non-renew.

[@glentight]

AMA is correct on his eligibilty. Rule 5.2.d changed, rule 5.2.f did not.

[@AndrewSharpston-mf6lh]

That Damn Beta Is Fricking Sweet! What A Unique Bike!🤩 Beta If You Watch Cooksie Along With The Mob I'll Take One Of Bad Boys & Sell The Piss Out Of Them For You All! Guaranteed! Thanks Cooksie! Keep It Up My Brother. always Better To Ask For Forgiveness Than Permission 🫡🫡🫡

[@Gremlinsbeabout]

i wouldnt be surprised that the reason joey wont race the 250 in the 450 class is because the AMA also wont let him

[@thebikeracer]

The AMA is quickly becoming the UCI, or USA Cycling. Running the sport without giving a shit about the little guys that make the sport exist.

[@MXstar189]

I wonder if this says something about Ricky, maybe not having the pull a lot of people think he does

[@tomwhitfield2511]

Love your vids Cooksey, keep speaking whats on your mind!

[@wherewithalmoto]

Cooksey Mob 🤘 😁 🤘 🔥

[@patrickfarrell7598]

It's OK for a 450 guy to retire and then come back 3 years later to race the premier class but won't let a guy to bump down to 250s unreal!! I hope Joey does race the 250 in the 450 class.love the shirt by the way

[@andrewknight6249]

I get your point but you gotta think of ppl like tomac or stewart or any top tier rider bumping down to 250s for the end of their career. It would just be unfair to the new comers coming in like deegan. I think they should let him race the 250 in the 450 class just to get their brand out there. But he should definitely not be allowed to bump down.

[@patrickfarrell7598]

@andrewknight6249 you kinda just extra proved my point! OK so the 2 guys you picked would NEVER in a million years drop back down to 250s to finish thier careers! 1st they are already 250 Champions (Tomac,Sexton,Webb) 2nd they are already 450 champions so it doesn't make sense!! So if you mentioned guys like (Phil Nicholetti, Jeremy Martin Alex Martin) they move from 450 to 250 back to 450 back to 250 all the time those guys "fooled the system/rule book by not finishing the season due to the point out rule! Joey was on the cusp of winning a championship (Zack Osborne) that literally came down to the last race and was forced into the "Point out rule"

[@andrewknight6249]

@@patrickfarrell7598 no I get it bro I just personally think if you move up you shouldn’t be able to move back down. That’s just my opinion

[@patrickfarrell7598]

@andrewknight6249 and that is why the AMA will not let Joey drop back down which I personally think is B.S.!!! I can see your point as well a guy like Tomac saying I'll do my fairwell year in the lites class and go mostlikely undefeated would not be fair. Let's say AMA let Tomac do that how do you think the fans would respond especially Tomac fans???!!

[@patrickfarrell7598]

@andrewknight6249 unfortunately that's not the case and it's OK for some but not for all due to a shitty rule that should be modified

[@davidmcmanus7891]

I’d love to see Savatgy race the Triumph in the 450 class. I was excited to see the bikes at A1 and then found out they don’t have anyone racing the west coast. Kind of annoying

[@migidymarsh]

I just can't imagine why someone would want to kick your ass.. /sarcasm

[@bobbyrodrigue1985]

Hiatal hernia, it’s when the stomach bulges or herniates through the diaphragm.

[@andrewreebel6418]

If the AMA is stopping Joey from racing in the 250 class, what makes you think they'll let him race in the 450 class on a 250?

[@CookseyMedia]

Because that is allowed under the rules.

[@MXstar189]

Thats a great idea, if thats for real and Joey can run that bike in the 450 class .... that would be a sweet screw the system move

[@Homeboy174]

That Bata is sick looking. Best looking bike out there

[@tbmdd]

6:48 - That's exactly what someone who's egotistical would say 😂 I'm only kidding Cooksey don't come for me!

[@DarrellYensch]

Triumph quick get an eligible sx rider to fill in!

[@walterfurian8806]

Just make a 350 kit and fly under the radar as long as you finish above 5th place you should be good.

[@glentight]

The Savatgy situation is not ridiculous, it was the rules, and *still is* the rules. Everyone focusing on a rule that changed (5.2.d) but have their blinkers on when reading, because rule 5.2.f was there in 2018, and it't still there, it hasn't changed. 5.2.g also (currently) rules him ineligible. Truimph/Savatgy didn't read the rulebook properly or they got some bad advice. They screwed themselves.

[@ronaldtravis970]

Would the AMA let JS17 race the 250 in the 450 class 🤔 ?

[@Natedoc808]

They cannot stop him. There’s no rule against racing a smaller displacement, just a limit on engine size per class.

[@DTM45]

DCoster runs the series and the AMA Supercross. DCoster killed the Triumph and Savatgy strategy.

[@andrewcastillo5003]

250f in the 450 class would be interesting

[@MichaelAMyers1957]

It’s happened quite a few times…. It just doesn’t get mentioned.

[@vintagemxer9165]

The Beta looks cool. Different look to it.

[@sdharlow595]

I thought beta was only racing motocross?

[@nicholasmorris617]

Bore n stroke that 250 up and get top 10 in the 450 class. That should work

[@johnny_eason_iii]

👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@thelifeofbks]

Wait. RC the Goat represents Triumph. He has no pull with the AMA on this? Reminds me of the Harley/Honda horseshit the AMA pulled back in the day. Which brand is pulling the AMA strings now?

[@chriss7930]

Hey cooksey, that a good idea to ride the 250 in the 450 class 👌

[@TevinCambell-u9x]

Because he will win a championship!!

[@jchavins]

the AMA didn't screw him.....he placed in the top 15 in the 450 class....this makes him ineligible for the 250 class. This rule was in place prior to Savagy signing with Triumph. Maybe he and Triumph should have read the rules. The bottom line is that he could race the 250 in the 450 class and become a fan favorite over night. Triumph would get a huge jump in advertising. The one getting screwed by the rules is Prado by being forced to race the 450 class. He should be racing the 250 class like all the other first time SX racers. Starting in the 450 class is dangerous to both himself and the rest of the field.

[@glentight]

The "Top 15" rule (5.2.g) appears to be a "in the previous 2 years" deal, although without the 2024 release of the rulebook, it's not 100% certain. However, rule 5.2.f was there in 2018, and it's still there (2023 rulebook) now.

[@billybalentine8065]

So if Deegan was to win the championship this year he’d be kicked to 450? Or do they equate how many years the individual has been in the 250 class also? Tbh I think that would be super interesting. It’s not like he doesn’t ride his 450 all the time. Top 10 first year and top 5 second year. He would only be like 20yrs old in his 3rd year at 450. That’s crazy to think lol. Dude would be in the run for a 450 championship at 20.

[@jaymontgomery3330]

Just like Jett.

[@dropbear9526]

@@jaymontgomery3330 Exactly. Jett's 20, so not that crazy after It's already been done.

[@SkipperTheSea]

If he won the championship. He would be eligible to come back the next year to defend it. Then he'd have to move up after that...

[@dropbear9526]

@@SkipperTheSea Do you think he would defend it, or just move up? I think he'd move up.

[@louisfarone]

@@dropbear9526but Jett won 4 titles before he moved up

[@patrickgodin7649]

Riders need a union to give them more rights, A.M.A has to much power.

[@ddrowdy2]

Civilization is lost when when people can't recognize a joke when they hear it.

[@matthewtoes6433]

Joey stavachi is not the Best rider for this program then may as well ride in the 250 class against similar bikes they need 2 riders 1 for the east coast 1 for the west coast Championships your idea is ridiculous and joey should be put on hold untill the nationals Carmichael could do the east coast

[@bryced3832]

I love my beta

[@evans4119]

What about team faith know old school guy come back to Race 250

[@MrRonronnj]

triumph should make the 250 into a 350 easy

[@JbFixCorleone]

I would love to see how she try to choke you 😅 No disrespect.. but some ppl think professionals ufc fighter can do anything to everyone.. And for Triumph in the 450.. and don’t see it.. if they see the 250 can keep up with the 450.. in supercross.. we all know the times are identical.. Would be a big ad for triumph..

[@CookseyMedia]

Pro Fighters are a different type of human, average people don't know how deadly they actually are.

[@garymallard4699]

He is hoping to go North - South with her !! 😂 🇨🇦🤓👍

[@JbFixCorleone]

I see to much woman fighters get humbled by average joe.. 🤷‍♂️

[@poppianejo3856]

They won’t let the 450 class which also makes a absolutely no sense either.

[@jamesspikes]

Ride the 250 in the 450 class

[@coltonowens2742]

Screw the AMA, all my homies hate the AMA.

[@mattyroberts8230]

AMA top brass are wet

[@DTM45]

Forget outdoor mx for non-factory riders. No upside except injuries.

[@sciewter]

Meh IMO these career 250 guys need to move up or step aside and let young guys enter the higher levels. We’ll be stuck with a 250 class full of 30 year olds who can’t break the top 5. A new team/bike doesn’t mean anything.

[@Kyle-k4w]

Max, Vince, Jordan Smith, j Mart. But say no to Joey on a new team first sx season.

[@johnhopperstad2785]

He should enter in 450 class probably be top 5

[@davidclinch3669]

Hey Cooksy,been meaning to chase this up with you for a while and I know you would be one of the very few media outlets that wouldn’t be afraid of ruffling some feathers to get the truth.This new Triumph 250 is praised as being an all new bike but as soon as I saw pictures of the engine it to me looked exactly like the KTM one.I froze and expanded pictures of the triumph media shot and did the same with the engine shots on the KTM website and low and behold they are the same.Is there any chance you could look into this-it just pisses me off when big companies lie to the moto community about stuff like this.

[@frediefarmer]

👍🏽🇺🇸👍🏽

[@joshwoodford9332]

Is colt45 going to ride the smoker ? Lol or is he just playing around on er .. ya I definitely encourage the ama to let Joey race 250 sx .. total bullshit!! If they don’t soooo ya they probably won’t let him just to be dicks .. that said ya he should DEFINITELY race the 450 class on the 250

[@guyfantastico8268]

Screweding?

[@stalliondave9338]

How did anyone take the choking thing seriously? lmao no more satire or sarcasm allowed I guess

[@CookseyMedia]

They did… I have had people threaten me so if she did, it would be on brand. 🤣

[@stalliondave9338]

@@CookseyMedia sure but I feel like that one was very obvious haha. Thanks for the video mate I enjoy them in the build up to A1

[@vintagemxer9165]

people are dumb. it's why we have the current president

[@curtiscollins2174]

What never take any advice from you.. True story.

[@bangs2ndshotgarage865]

With the AMA being a bunch of useless snowflakes anymore I think someone should start an outlaw series that rivals the ama series. Have it be run what you brung. Even if it’s an early 90s 2 stroke. Make tickets to the events more reasonable and not have bunch of bs rules. Bar banging and ghost riding allowed. Air the races on regular free channels so anyone can watch. I bet it would take over the AMA series.

[@nexrace]

career advice: I would refrain from using cooksey mob. You need a new catch phrase dude.

[@CookseyMedia]

Appreciate your concern, but the Mob disagrees with you.

[@janthonydrivenpatien]

Yea...cause there us not enough clout or revenue from the company yet for them. Fuck it all. They gunna ruin the sport with greed.