Mishari Al-Turki breaks world record at Yas Drag Racing Strip

Spectators at the Yas Drag Strip in Abu Dhabi celebrated the making of a new world record in the history of Super Street Bikes on March 12. Mishari Al Turki, the Saudi Arabian speedster set a new world record for the fastest time of 4.358 seconds on a Super Street Bike. The previous record was of 4.380 seconds. Al-Turki’s nearest competitor’s best time was 4.44 seconds.

Smashing his own record twice, the racer has broken two world records in the Super Street Bike category making this one his third. Very happy to break his own record, Al-Turki says, “When I first started in this sport it was my aim to be the fastest and now that I am, I want to keep pushing and see how fast I can go”.

The Super Street Bikes are modified versions of road-going bikes like the Suzuki Hyabusa. Technicians modify the suspension, gear changes and the engine to produce a machine that kicks out massive power. Al-Turki customizes his bike himself.

Super Street Bike is just one of eight vehicle classes in action during Round Two of Pro Drag Racing at Yas Drag Strip. Dozens of professional drivers and motorcycle riders from all over the GCC took part in the Pro Modified, 4.8 Index, Pro Bike, Super Street Bike, Pro 6, Street Bike, Super Street 8 and Outlaw 10.5 categories.

Pro Drag Racing returns to the Yas Drag Strip with Round Three on April 4-6. For more information on the drag racing calendar at Yas Marina Circuit, visit www.yasmarinacircuit.com

Tags: Motorsport, Yas Marina