Hector Arana jr.
Hector Arana Jr. is has been following in the footsteps of his father, Hector Arana Sr., who is a former NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle champion. Born into a racing family, Arana Jr. made his debut in the NHRA in 2011 and quickly established himself as a top competitor. He earned the NHRA Rookie of the Year award in 2011 and has since secured 19 wins and top finishes. Hector Jr. made history when he became the first to go 200 MPH. Known for his consistency, speed, and dedication, Hector Arana Jr. continues to be a strong contender in the NHRA circuit.
Hector Arana Jr. was born on March 4, 1989, and grew up immersed in the world of motorcycle racing, learning from his father, Hector Arana Sr., a trailblazer in NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle racing. From a young age, Arana Jr. showed a passion for motorsports and worked closely with his father in their family-owned shop, where they built and tuned their bikes.
Arana Jr. rides a V-Twin Buell in NHRA competition and is known for his calm demeanor and sharp focus on the track. Outside of racing, he enjoys spending time with his family, mountain biking, and cooking. He shares a strong bond with his father, as they work together not only as a racing team but also as a family, continuing a legacy that blends passion, teamwork, and competition.
Arana Jr. is also known for his down-to-earth personality and dedication to his fans, often engaging with them at events and through social media. His goals include winning his first NHRA championship and continuing to build on the Arana family legacy in professional motorcycle racing.
Hector Arana Jr. lives in New York with his wife Nicole and two daughters, Sofia (6) and Ella (3).
Hector Arana jr By the Numbers
19
203.48 mph
6.724
NHRA Wins
6.724
203.48 mph
6.724
Career Best ET
203.48 mph
203.48 mph
203.48 mph
Career Best Speed
Hector Jr's Career Highlights
2024
- Reset career best elapsed time in Sonoma (6.724)
- Started the Countdown to the Championship with a win in Reading
2023
- Earned victory at Norwalk
- Picked up a No. 1 qualifier in Denver
- Finished third in points
- Set career-best ET and speed in Dallas
2022
- Collected wins back-to-back wins in Dallas and Las Vegas (fall)
- Paced to a semifinal finish in Norwalk
2021
- Set career-best speed at Charlotte 1
- Advanced to final round at Dallas
2020
- Raced to three semifinal rounds
- Qualified for all eight events
2019
- Powered to an event win in Las Vegas (spring)
- Paced to seven semifinal finishes
2018
- Became the first rider to break the 200-mph barrier at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals
- Won all three times he reached a final round
- Qualified No. 1 three times
2017
- Raced to four runner-up finishes
- Earned a berth in the Countdown playoffs for the seventh consecutive season, finishing 7th overall
2016
- Raced to a runner-up finish at Indianapolis
- Earned a berth in the Countdown playoffs for the sixth straight season
2015
- Raced to two victories at Chicago and St. Louis
- Qualified No. 1 at two events
- Earned a berth in the Countdown playoffs for fifth straight season
- Finished fifth in the points standings
2014
- Raced to two victories, including the season-ending event In Pomona
- Qualified No. 1 at three events
- Earned a berth in the Countdown playoffs for the fourth straight season
- Finished third in the points standings
2013
- Raced to four victories in five final round appearances
- Qualified No. 1 at three events
- Earned a berth in the Countdown playoffs for third straight seaso
- Finished fourth in the points standings
- Finished third in the points standings
2012
- Raced to three runner-up finishes and finished third in the series standings
2011
- Earned the Auto Club Road to the Future Award, NHRA's rookie of the year
- Finished second in the championship points battle
- Collected three wins and seven No. 1 qualifiers