Danny Kent has confirmed via social media that he has split with the Kiefer Racing outfit due to ‘irreconcilable differences’.
The British rider is in the second season of his Moto2 return following a title-winning campaign in Moto3 in 2015, in which he became the first Brit since Barry Sheene in 1977 to win a world championship at any level in grand prix racing.
Kent endured a torrid first year with the Kiefer squad in 2016, the former Moto3 world champion tallying up just three top 10 finishes on the Leopard-branded Kalex frame.
A switch to the new Suter chassis was expected to see Kent become a regular fixture in the battle for the top 10 in 2017.
However, he has thus far found the going tough with just a solitary 13th spot to his credit, and he feels that his current surrounding is stopping from reaching the level he knows he can achieve in the intermediate class.
“Due to irreconcilable differences, I’ve decided to part ways with Kiefer Racing and the Moto2 team,” Kent, who sat out today’s race, revealed in a statement posted on his Twitter page.
“It’s been a difficult period since joining the team and I don’t feel I’m able to reach my potential, so I’ve decided to step away.
“I’m still hungry and determined, and believe I can be competitive in Moto2. I wish Kiefer Racing all the best for the future.”
It is understood that he and his management are seeking alternative rides to see out the remainder of the 2017 campaign. At present, Kiefer Racing are yet to comment on the situation.
