Royal Enfield has officially named Dalton Gauthier as the replacement rider for the upcoming Orange County Half-Mile in Middletown, NY. Dalton steps in as the team’s Mission AFT SuperTwins contender while lead rider Johnny Lewis recovers from an injury sustained at Ventura Short Track.

A native of Pine Grove, Pennsylvania, Dalton turned pro in 2015 and quickly became known for his natural riding talent and resilience under pressure. He joins Royal Enfield’s effort for their sixth SuperTwins event of the season, riding at Orange County Speedway on Saturday, June 15.

“There aren’t many riders with Go‑Time’s resume,” said Adrian Sellers, Head of Custom & Motorsport at Royal Enfield, referring to Dalton’s nickname. “He’s a fantastic racer and a true professional. We’re glad to have him on the team.”

What he delivered wasn’t just a race—it was a statement. In his first ride on a Royal Enfield SuperTwins bike, Dalton slotted into third place in the Main Event—his first-ever premier-class podium finish, clinched by a razor-thin 0.002-second pass in the final corner.

🏍️ Race Recap

• Event: Orange County Half‑Mile, Mission AFT SuperTwins
• Date: June 15, 2024
• Finish: 3rd place aboard the Moto Anatomy X Powered by Royal Enfield 650
• He trailed winner Dallas Daniels by 9.723 seconds and squeezed past Billy Ross by a mere 0.002 seconds at the line.

🧠 Why It Matters

• First-time chemistry: Dalton slotted into the RE team with no prior testing, yet managed to podium in his opening step aboard unfamiliar machinery.
• Legacy moment: That podium was Royal Enfield’s first premier-class result in AFT history—putting Dalton in the record books.

🗣️ Dalton’s Take

“Subbing in on short notice, I just wanted to ride clean. But when the opportunity opened up in the last lap, I went for it. Racing’s about seizing those moments.” (Paraphrased from team quotes in official release.)