A RACE TRIM TRIUMPH DAYTONA MAKES “One Fast Move” IN UPCOMING MOTORCYCLE CLUB RACING FILM
In the new major motion picture “One Fast Move”, a feature length action / drama with a backdrop of motorcycle club racing, a Triumph Daytona 765 in full race trim is the desired race bike for protagonist Wes Neal played by KJ Apa. Streaming worldwide August 8th on Amazon Prime Video, “One Fast Move” is set to bring the world of club racing to life, thrilling audiences with a captivating storyline paired with white-knuckle on-track action.
About the Film
“One Fast Move” tells the gripping tale of Wes Neal (KJ Apa), a young and ambitious motorcycle racer with dreams of conquering the competitive world of professional racing. His journey takes a thrilling turn when he meets seasoned racer and mentor, Dean Miller (Eric Dane). Together, they navigate the challenges of the racing circuit, battling personal demons and fierce competitors. The film explores themes of ambition, friendship, and the relentless pursuit of one’s dreams, all set against the backdrop of high-speed motorcycle racing.
Making the Movie
As a motorcyclist and racing enthusiast, writer and director Kelly Blatz reflected that there has not yet been a film which conveys the world of motorcycle club racing. With a desire to bring his passions for riding, writing and directing together, Blatz began to develop a character who was finding his way into the club racing world, just as he was discovering himself as a new rider on a Triumph Street Twin in real life.
Much of the film follows the life of Wes off track. For race scenes though, it was imperative for Blatz to accurately represent the community of racers, which he developed a strong respect for throughout the film’s research process. The attention to detail started before anyone took to the track. To create a realistic paddock setting, the entire field of riders were genuine racers who brought their personal trucks and trailers filled with race bikes, and constructed the same pit set-up they would on any race weekend.
On-track, Blatz took great initiative to create the most authentic and thrilling race sequences. To capture the action, film cameras were rigged to motorcycles for the scenes which would outrun the regular tracking vehicles. Knowing how important engine sounds are to motorcycle audiences, on-board microphones were rigged to each motorcycle to record their unique soundtrack, avoiding the pitfall of making all motorcycles sound like a V-Twin. And to achieve truly dynamic riding, championship racers were used for the fastest sequences of the film, including Daytona 200 Champion Brandon Paasch, who was selected to ride as Wes (KJ Apa), and Horizon Award winner Brian Stokes riding as Dean (Eric Dane).
Finally, to ensure he could fully appreciate the sensation of track riding, during post-production Blatz took the opportunity to experience real life on-track thrills and joined Triumph Motorcycles at the legendary Circuito de Jerez to ride the new Street Triple 765 RS in its desired setting alongside motorcycle industry journalists. The experience further informed Kelly as he was making final edits to the film.
Kelly Blatz – Director, One Fast Move
“Creating ‘One Fast Move’ has been an incredible journey. The film not only showcases the adrenaline-fueled world of motorcycle racing but also delves into the human spirit’s resilience and determination. I am grateful to Triumph Motorcycles for their support and collaboration in bringing this vision to life.”
Triumph Racing Heritage and Partnership
Triumph Motorcycles played a pivotal role in the film, as a Triumph Daytona 765 Moto2™ Limited Edition equipped with a Moto2Style race faring became central to the movie’s thrilling racing storyline. With a rich history dating back to the early 20th century, Triumph has a storied racing and performance legacy, including multiple Isle of Man TT and Daytona 200 wins, and many land speed records over the years. Presently this racing heritage has led Triumph to become the exclusive engine supplier for the Moto2™ World Championship since 2019. The triple cylinder 765cc Moto2 engine platform is known for its power, reliability, and performance, and is a testament to Triumph’s engineering prowess and racing pedigree.
Applying knowledge gained from the Moto2 engine program, Triumph has continued to introduce new and updated production motorcycles, which have enjoyed success in their modern racing efforts. In 2022, a Street Triple 765 RS powered Brandon Paasch to a Daytona 200 victory, using the same powerplant as the Moto2 World Championship as well as the Daytona 765 in the film. So far in 2024, the Street Triple 765 RS and all-new Daytona 660 are both enjoying strong seasons, with many podiums each in the Bennetts British Superbike Championship and the World Superbike Championship.
Memorializing the partnership, a dedicated “One Fast Move” film poster was created, featuring KJ Apa as Wes, proudly sitting atop his prized Daytona 765 on the finish line. To celebrate the film’s launch, Triumph has provided fifty 11”x17” posters to each of its dealerships in the United States and Canada, and encourages fans to visit their local Triumph dealership to secure their free poster while supplies last.
Adam VanderVeen – Marketing Director, Triumph Motorcycles America
“We are proud to be included in ‘One Fast Move.’ By capturing the essence of racing, the film captures much of the essence of Triumph – the spirit of adventure, the pursuit of excellence, and the thrill of the ride. It’s incredible to see the track performance of the ever-capable Daytona memorialized in film, however my true desire for this film is that it inspires many non-riders to ride for the first time, and inspires current riders to try their first track day, to feel for themselves the thrill which is conveyed on-screen.”
