MSBK Round 2 Pre-Race Interview | JP : Ready for the Next Challenge

From July 10–12, 2026, Round 2 of the Malaysia Superbike Championship (MSBK) will take place at Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia.

Silver Steed Racing will field He Jun Peng (JP) in the 1000cc class and Alen Ao Ieong, who will make his MSBK debut, in the 250cc class.

After showing clear progress in Round 1, JP returns for another challenge in the Malaysia Superbike Championship (MSBK). Ahead of Round 2, we spoke with him about his goals, preparations, and mindset for the upcoming race.

Rider Line-up

JP (#21) – 1000cc Class

JP has been competing in MSBK since last season and continues his campaign in the 600cc class this year.

Round 1 provided valuable experience and marked another step forward in his development. After carefully analyzing the previous race and working on improvements, JP is ready to return stronger for Round 2.

With refined race strategy and bike setup, he aims to fight for an even better result this weekend.

Pre-Race Interview

About MSBK Round 2

── Round 2 is almost here. Looking back at Round 1, what do you think was your biggest improvement?

Consistency.

Throughout the weekend—from practice to qualifying and the races—I kept improving step by step. I was able to ride with a level of consistency that I had never achieved before.

── With that progress in mind, what’s your goal for Round 2?

My goal is to finish on the top step of the Group B podium.

Winning in MSBK is never easy, but I believe that if I keep working hard, breaking my personal best and running in the 2:16–2:17 range is definitely achievable.

── What should fans pay attention to this weekend?

I’d like everyone to pay attention to the bike setup.

We’ve made adjustments to the suspension, gear ratios, and other details, so I hope people will notice the difference those changes make.

In our previous interview, JP talked about how important communication with his race engineer had become. For Round 2, the team has continued refining the bike setup, making careful adjustments to the suspension, gearing, and other technical details as part of their preparation.

── Which section of Sepang International Circuit do you find the most challenging?

Turn 7 to Turn 8.

I’ve always struggled to find the right rhythm through that section.

── Do you have a message for everyone supporting you?

Right now, I feel calm and focused.

Recently I’ve been doing endurance off-road training as well as working on my fitness and weight management in the gym to prepare for this race.

For Round 2, I want to find the best possible bike setup and build a strong foundation for Round 3. At the same time, I’ll give everything I have to fight for the top step of the podium.

JP approaches every race with a clear understanding of his strengths, weaknesses, and long-term goals. His thoughtful approach to improving after each round reflects the mindset of an experienced racer. It will be exciting to see how that preparation translates into his performance at Round 2.

About JP

JP competes not only in MSBK but also in a variety of motorcycle racing championships across China.

── You’ve raced in many different races. What do you think is the greatest appeal of motorcycle racing?

Honestly, I don’t think there’s much difference between the championships.

If you’re fast and you have the ability, people will respect you. That’s what racing means to me.

── What’s your favorite circuit you’ve raced so far?

Zhuhai International Circuit (ZIC). My favorite corners are Turn 3 and Turn 6. They’re both ultra-fast corners where you hardly need to brake. They demand a lot of courage—and they definitely get your heart racing.

It turns out that Zhuhai International Circuit, the home of Silver Steed Racing, is also JP’s favorite track. His favorite corners are Turns 3 and 6 because they reward confidence and commitment. Around the pit garage, JP is always calm and composed, but once he’s out on track, it’s clear he enjoys the thrill of high-speed corners just as much as anyone else.

── What do you usually think about before a race?

I imagine different situations that could happen during the race so I can prepare myself mentally.

── How would you describe your riding style in one sentence?

“I may be a big guy, but I’m surprisingly agile.”

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