TL;DR: At the opening round of the Polini Cup 2026, official Stage6 rider Mathieu (aka mamat54) secured pole position and won both races with a personal best of 49.2 seconds — a thunderous start to the season.
🏁 Polini Cup 2026: Heading Into Race One
The Polini Cup 2026 kicked off and, from the very first weekend, the Stage6 colours were shining at the front of the grid. Mathieu, better known as mamat54, lived every minute of those two days to the fullest: from Friday evening’s first laps to Sunday’s podium, the story is one of steady, methodical — and frankly thrilling — progress.
🔧 Friday Evening: Debrief and First Laps
It all starts on Friday afternoon with one simple goal: get comfortable on the machine. The engine responds well, the chassis feels good — only the rider admits to a little winter rust! That positive first impression sets the tone for a calm and focused Saturday.
⚙️ Saturday: Hard Work, Smart Work
Saturday is entirely dedicated to fine-tuning the scooter. Mathieu and his brother — who handles all the mechanical work — tackle several key areas:
- ➜ Rear tyre swap to match the track conditions
- ➜ Transmission overhaul (variator, belt and rollers) dialled in to suit the circuit layout
- ➜ Major work on the chassis setup: fork adjustment, shock absorber tuning and tyre pressures
This meticulous work pays off immediately: Mathieu feels completely at home on the bike, confident through every corner. A far cry from the rusty rider of Friday evening!
🟢 Sunday: All Systems Go
Sunday morning’s free practice confirms that the setup is dialled in. Everything is green, the rider is loose and relaxed, and the Polini Cup 2026 season can truly begin.
Qualifying: Pole Position First Time Out
Mathieu posts the fastest time in qualifying and lines up on pole position for Race 1. A direct reward for the hard work put in over the weekend.
Race 1: Win and a Personal Best of 49.2 Seconds
Mathieu leads from the start and never looks back. He crosses the line first with a personal best of 49.2 seconds — a benchmark lap time that sets the target for the rest of the season.
Race 2: Same Story, Same Result
Round two, same outcome! Mathieu goes again, wins again, and proves the first race was no fluke. Stage6 and Piaggio have every reason to be proud of their rider.
🎯 Key Takeaways From the Opening Weekend
Beyond the results, this weekend has given the team a clear direction for the season ahead. Transmission and chassis settings are documented, areas for improvement identified. Mathieu heads home with precise goals and sky-high motivation. Above all, he is not alone: his brother-mechanic makes them a formidable duo.
❓ FAQ
What is the Polini Cup 2026?
The Polini Cup 2026 is a scooter racing championship using 100 Sport-class machines. It is hugely popular across Europe for its accessibility and high technical standards.
Who is mamat54, the Stage6 rider?
Mamat54 is the racing alias of Mathieu, official Stage6 rider competing in the Polini Cup 2026. His brother handles all the mechanical preparation on the machine.
What setup changes were made before the races?
The team changed the rear tyre, revised the transmission (variator and rollers) and fine-tuned the chassis — fork, shock absorber and tyre pressures — to match the circuit profile.
What personal best did Mathieu set at this round?
Mathieu set a personal best of 49.2 seconds during Race 1 of the opening round of the Polini Cup 2026.
Where can I follow mamat54’s progress this season?
You can find the full build and follow the Stage6 team directly on mamat54’s official page on Maxiscoot.
💚 Check out Mathieu’s full build — official Stage6 rider in the Polini Cup 2026!
