David Datzer

David Datzer, born on February 9, 1992, in Landshut (Bavaria, Germany), is a German motorcycle racer nicknamed “Datziii” and racing number 55, who has made a name for himself through his passion for road racing and his resilience. At 33 years old (as of September 2025), he comes from a family with a racing tradition – his mother was also active – and began his career early: he started in the Italian Championship at the age of 15. Datzer, who lives in Vilsbiburg, is a trained mechatronics engineer and balances the demanding sport with his job, intensive training (e.g., gym and simulator), and family (married, father). His motto: “I just wanted to have fun” – a quote that reflects his uncomplicated yet ambitious nature. He debuted in the Italian 600cc Championship in 2007 and quickly established himself as a talent: successes in the Czech Republic and Germany followed. He has been active in road racing since 2015, making his debut in Hořice (Czech Republic), and has been a regular starter in the International Road Racing Championship (IRRC) since 2016, where he is considered the most successful German rider. He primarily rode the BMW S 1000 RR for teams such as MTP-Racing by SYNTAINICS Penz13, RP-Exhaust by Motolix Krämer, and ILR Racing. International highlights include the Isle of Man TT (since 2022, fastest German), the North West 200, and the Macau GP, where he achieved podium finishes with Penz13 in 2022 and 2023. Despite setbacks – such as a serious crash in Stare Mesto in May 2025 (multiple fractures, lung injury) – Datzer remains a role model: he recovered quickly and won in Dymokury in September 2025. With over 100 races under his belt, including more than 20 wins, he is the 2024 IRRC Champion and 2021 “Racer of the Year.” Datzer is committed to safety and developing young talent, for example through guest appearances at racing camps. His philosophy: “Road racing is pure emotion – risk and reward.”

Important racing successes

Datzer has established himself in national cups and international road racing, focusing on IRRC, TT, and Macau GP. He has won an IRRC title, several runner-up championships, and podium finishes in Macau. Here is an updated overview of his highlights (not exhaustive; based on official results and your input):

Notes on his achievements: Datzer holds the IRRC record among Germans (champion in 2024 after a 20-year wait). His Macau podium finishes in 2022 (2nd) and 2023 (3rd) with Penz13 underline his strength on road courses. In the TT (since 2022), he is the fastest German (Senior TT 2023). National cups (Italy/Czech Republic) provided a foundation; in 2025, despite a crash, he made a strong comeback.

Contract with Penz13 and races during this time

David Datzer signed a contract in 2022 with the German BMW team MTP-Racing by SYNTAINICS Penz13.com (managed by Rico Penzkofer), which continued into 2023, specializing in road racing and IRRC. The deal included the full IRRC season, Isle of Man TT, North West 200, and Macau Motorcycle Grand Prix on the BMW S 1000 RR (#55). Penz13, with BMW Motorrad support, chose the then 30-year-old Datzer for his IRRC experience and consistency – he complemented lineups with riders such as Erno Kostamo and Lukas Maurer. The contract marked Datzer’s entry into the TT and Macau, taking his career to a new level; he brought Bavarian precision and speed. The partnership ended after 2023, as Datzer moved to RP-Exhaust by Motolix Krämer. Penz13 lists him as a “podium star” in their history.

Racing with Penz13 (2022–2023): Datzer participated in all IRRC rounds and selected road events; the team achieved top-10 finishes and Macau podiums.

• North West 200 – Superbike (May 2022): Top 10. Strong qualifying; consistent pace on the road course; MTP-Racing by SYNTAINICS Penz13.
• Isle of Man TT – Senior TT (June 2022): 19th place. Debut; BMW S 1000 RR; Unexpectedly strong result; “Best newcomer moment” (quote).
• IRRC Superbike – Frohburg (Sep. 2022): Top 5 in the season finale; team close to the podium; several top 6 finishes in other rounds (Hengelo, Ostend).
• Macau Motorcycle Grand Prix (Nov. 2022): 2nd place. MTP-Racing by SYNTAINICS Penz13; BMW S 1000 RR; Podium behind Erno Kostamo; First international podium.
• North West 200 – Superbike (May 2023): 7th place. Strong result; consistent performance on the road; SYNTAINICS by Penz13.
• Isle of Man TT – Superbike (June 2023): Top 25. Fastest German; Solid finish on the Mountain Course.
• Macau Motorcycle Grand Prix (Nov. 2023): 3rd place. SYNTAINICS by Penz13; BMW S 1000 RR; podium behind Kostamo/Berger; confirmation of his road racing strength.
• IRRC Superbike – Various rounds (2022–2023): Multiple top-5 finishes. Consistent points chasing; support for the 2024 title.

Notes on Penz13: The partnership was extremely successful – Datzer’s Macau podium finishes (2nd place in 2022, 3rd place in 2023) and TT debut (19th place in 2022) were highlights. Penz13’s support with BMW technology strengthened Datzer’s performance on road courses such as the Guia Circuit and the Mountain Course.

Social Media

David Datzer is active on social media, where he shares race updates, behind-the-scenes glimpses, and recovery posts. Profiles (as of September 28, 2025; follower counts approximate):

• Instagram: @datziii55 – Ca. 10.000 Follower; 706 Posts; Bio: „Racing Season: 2024: @irrc.official SBK Champion 2024 2023: @ttracesofficial Top 25 @north_west_200 Top 7 SBK Macau GP P3“; Posts zu Dymokury-Sieg und Macau-Podiums (Sep. 2025, 2k Likes).
• Facebook: David Datzer – Approx. 5,000 followers; Personal updates on injury and comeback; Shared content from IRRC and Macau (e.g., fundraising post May 2025).
• X (Twitter): No official profile found; mentions in @IRRC_Racing and @iomttcomms (e.g. retweets of 2024 title and Macau 2023).
• YouTube: No dedicated channel; fan videos such as “Landshaag 2025 #301 David Datzer BMW Track Record” (April 2025, 21k views); Macau GP clips on Road Racing Core (e.g. “Macau 2022 Podium”, 15k views).

Current situation and future plans

As of September 28, 2025 (age 33), David Datzer is recovering from his serious crash in May 2025 in Stare Mesto, Czech Republic. Multiple fractures and lung injuries forced him to spend four weeks in a clinic in Murnau, followed by rehabilitation at the BG Trauma Center. Fundraising campaigns (e.g., GoFundMe) raised thousands for his treatment. Despite the setback, he returned to racing in August 2025, setting a track record in Landshaag (1:08.795) and winning in Dymokury (September). He currently rides for RP-Exhaust by Motolix Krämer in the IRRC (P1 in qualifying at Dymokury) and is preparing for the season finale in Frohburg (October 2025), with “three plans” for flexibility (e.g., reduced racing time if needed). On Instagram, he regularly posts about his recovery and race preparation (e.g., “See you next week in Frohburg” from September 13th) and is involved in youth camps in Bavaria. Privately, he prioritizes his family in Vilsbiburg and healing: “After the crash, it’s all about balance.”

Future plans: Datzer is aiming for a 2026 IRRC title defense, with Frohburg as the final race of 2025. He plans a return to the Isle of Man TT in 2026 (Paton SP1-R with ILR Racing) and the North West 200, with ambitions for another Macau podium finish (BMW or Honda). Long-term plans include establishing a “Datzer Racing Academy” for Bavarian talent (starting in 2027) and a role as a TV commentator for road racing on DAZN (from 2026). “Full throttle 2026 – the crash was just a pit stop” – quote from Instagram (Sep. 2025). No retirement planned: “Road racing until 40!”