"So the main reason for the switch to the R9 was the desire to compete at the top level here in the US, being that they changed the classification for the Stock1000 class I didn't see it as a smart financial decision to continue with the BMW! I chose the Yamaha R9 because to me it's the next big step in technology and the ultimate future of the sport and it has proven itself in WSS and MotoAmerica to be a very good platform for me to achieve what I set out to do chasing this racing dream 5 years in now, my main goals for the season is to develop the bike as well as myself to be prepared to compete at the top level in ‘27. My biggest goals this season is to take 2 championships racing in Colorado this summer with the hope that it will open some doors for some much needed support in ‘27 when I make the move to MotoAmerica. "
2026 Superbike Supply Rider Program Athlete Justin Bohling on the reason behind his switch from BMW to Yamaha