Copyright 2004, Roadracing World Publishing, Inc.

FIRST PERSON/OPINION

Via e-mail:

WOW! What a great idea! A one bike Pro National Cup series that produces close racing and anyone has a chance of winning. Do the Italians know something that we don’t?

I have stated in the past that the AMA needs an entry level class that can allow youngsters to hone their skills, learn national tracks, and race against veterans as well as introduce them to the American racing fan. It would have been better as a 125cc Grand Prix class, but that is a moot point and sore subject with this author.

I propose that the AMA eliminate one of the four classes that currently exist and replace with a single brand style cup race with a spec tire. The three other classes should be tiered so times reflect a stepping stone up to the premier class. It still amazes that Supersport bikes go as fast as the modified bikes.

Each motorcycle and tire manufacturer would have the opportunity to bid on a three-year contract to run their cup race with the AMA Chevy Superbike Series. The winning bidder is chosen obviously by which one offers the best deal for the RIDERS!

The market value of a televised race series is worth millions to a manufacturer. So much so that a manufacturer could provide all the race bikes. This would be much like Yamaha did in England with the RZ cup where all the bikes were identically prepared. The riders each pulled a key out a hat to determine which bike they raced. The action was intense and anyone could win.

Let the bidding begin and the best manufacturer win.

The question is, which class to get rid of?

Marcello del Giudice
Las Vegas, Nevada


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