Team Roberts will field British Superbike racer Jonathan Rea in the British Grand Prix, June 22-24 at Donington Park. Team Roberts normally only runs with Kenny Lee Roberts, but it entered Kurtis Roberts (younger brother of Kenny Lee Roberts and son of Team Principal Kenny Leroy Roberts) at the GPs at Mugello and Catalunya to get more rider feedback in hopes of advancing the performance of their Honda-powered, Michelin-shod KR212V. Rea is a young (20), up-and-comer in the British Superbike Championship who races a factory Honda CBR1000RR on Michelins. He is currently third in the Championship point standings with eight of 13 rounds left to run. Team Manager Chuck Aksland told European media outlets that running Rea would give the young Brit exposure in the MotoGP paddock as well as give their sponsor, www.motopoint.co.uk, more exposure. Aksland also said his team hoped to run a second rider at the Red Bull U.S. Grand Prix at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca July 20-22, but he did not name a rider.

Ducati Corse has exercised its option with current MotoGP World Championship leader Casey Stoner to have the 21-year-old Australian ride its Marlboro-backed Desmosedici again in 2008, according to Dorna Sports. Stoner’s father and manager Colin Stoner has confirmed this to the media and has stated his son may sign a contract extension that will see him ride for Ducati through 2010.

WERA RACERS…WANT TO MAKE SOME MONEY? We are looking for any one who is planning on attending this weekends WERA National event on June 15-17th and has not already left for Utah and is interested in making some money transporting trophies out to Utah. The pick-up point is at the 10 and 15 freeway interchange (close to California Speedway in Fontana)or somewhere close to that. You must have enough room on your trailer to fit a large amount of boxes. The boxes are 2’x2’x1½’ and there are 15 boxes total. We will pay you $300 to transport the boxes to the event plus in addition you will get one of the following, either your first race fee for free or 50% off all of your races for one weekend. If you are interested please call me ASAP at 877-560-2233.

AMA Ford Quality Checked Flat Track Championship, Illinois State Fairgrounds, Springfield, Illinois (GNC Twins Mile) Thursday, June 14, 9 pm (MavTV) AMA Ford Quality Checked Flat Track Championship, Illinois State Fairgrounds, Springfield, Illinois (GNC Twins Mile) Friday, June 15, 2 am (MavTV) AMA Ford Quality Checked Flat Track Championship, Illinois State Fairgrounds, Springfield, Illinois (GNC Twins Mile) Friday, June 15, 7 pm (MavTV) AMA Toyota Motocross Championship presented by FMF, Motocross 338, Southwick, Mass. AMA Motocross Sunday, June 17, 5 pm (SPEED) AMA Toyota Motocross Championship presented by FMF, Budds Creek Motocross Park, Budds Creek, Maryland AMA Motocross Sunday, June 17, 6 pm Same Day Delayed (SPEED) AMA Ford Quality Checked Flat Track Championship, Illinois State Fairgrounds, Springfield, Illinois (GNC Twins Mile) Monday, June 18, 9 am (MavTV) AMA Ford Quality Checked Flat Track Championship, Illinois State Fairgrounds, Springfield, Illinois (GNC Twins Mile) Monday, June 18, 2 pm (MavTV) AMA Toyota Motocross Championship presented by FMF, Motocross 338, Southwick, Mass. AMA Motocross Tuesday, June 19, 3 am (SPEED) AMA Toyota Motocross Championship presented by FMF, Budds Creek Motocross Park, Budds Creek, Maryland AMA Motocross Tuesday, June 19, 4 am (SPEED) AMA Toyota Motocross Championship presented by FMF, Motocross 338, Southwick, Mass. AMA Motocross Tuesday, June 19, 2 pm (SPEED) AMA Toyota Motocross Championship presented by FMF, Motocross 338, Southwick, Mass. AMA Motocross Lites Tuesday, June 19, 3 pm (SPEED) AMA Toyota Motocross Championship presented by FMF, Motocross 338, Southwick, Mass. AMA Motocross Tuesday, June 19, 9 pm (SPEED) AMA Toyota Motocross Championship presented by FMF, Budds Creek Motocross Park, Budds Creek, Maryland AMA Motocross Tuesday, June 19, 10 pm (SPEED) AMA Ford Quality Checked Flat Track Championship, Illinois State Fairgrounds, Springfield, Illinois (GNC Singles TT) Thursday, June 21, 9 pm (MavTV) Check local listings Subject to Change www.mavtv.com; www.speedtv.com

Barber Motorsports Park has signed an exclusive option contract with FGSport and has the right to host a World Superbike race, according to local news reports. Read more about it here: ~http://www.al.com/sports/birminghamnews/index.ssf?/base/sports/1181809090194780.xml&coll=2~ According to the report, Barber also had an option on the MotoGP race that ended up at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca, passing up the deal due to a lack of available funding.

Stolen Racebike To my dismay this afternoon I walked out to find both my trailer and racebike……..GONE!!! If anyone spots it or parts of it anywhere (Craig’s List, Ebay, etc.) please let me know. Thanks a lot. Fred Miller OMRRA #810 503-484-7920 [email protected] Date: 12June07 Location: Extended Stay Hotel, Tacoma, WA Time: Evening, after dark Description: Race bike on a small, black Home Depot type utility open trailer. Bike: 99 Yamaha R6 Hotbodies Race Fairings painted flat green. American flag on seat back of the tail section. VIN# JYARJ040E0YA007008 Scorpion Exhaust (scratched) PP Tuning Rearsets Ohlins Rear Shock GP suspended forks w/ white DUNLOP stickers DIGI Gear indicator XT Lap Timer w/ 6 ft. cable (name on it when turned on is MAJ FRED ) Rear wheel is black w/ a new BLACK Vortex 47 tooth sprocket (Dunlop 208GP) Front wheel is aluminum (no paint) w/ some old red decal letters on it (Dunlop 208GP) Gold colored RK 520 Chain Black Vortex fairing stay Trailer: 6x8ft open bed trailer w/ 2ft. sides. There is a black wheel chock installed and red and blue overspray from painting parts inside. it’s got a lot of miles so there’s peeled paint and rust here and there. There was also a curved, aluminum bike ramp in it. Thanks again everyone and I’ll see you…………….hell, I don’t know when I’ll see you again!!! DOH!!!! If you have any suggestions on other forums I should post to or other resources I’d appreciate any help. Thanks, Fred

Team Alstare throws open its doors this Sunday This Sunday (May 17th), Team Alstare Suzuki Corona Extra will be opening the doors of its state-of-the-art Alleur workshop to the public and members of the press. This exceptional action takes place within the framework of the “Business Days” of the Walloon Region which allows the public to visit the region’s biggest and most renowned companies. The “Open Day” will take place this Sunday, between 10 am and 6 pm, and will be a great occasion for visitors to get a “behind-the-scenes” look at the life of one of the most popular teams in the World Superbike Paddock. Throughout the day, visitors have a unique opportunity to visit Team Alstare’s facilities (including the workshop) and get a close look at some of the bikes that have made Alstare a team of great renown. In addition, they will be able to try out the brand new SBK-07 videogame on Playstation 2, learn about the milestones in Team Alstare’s history and also buy exclusive Team Alstare merchandise. The Team Alstare workshop is located at the following address: Rue de la Résistance 32 4432 Alleur Belgium See you on Sunday?

BRP Joins Motorcycle Safety Foundation IRVINE, Calif., June 13, 2007 – After a 20-year hiatus from the motorcycle business, Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP), known for its Can-AmTM brand of off-road motorcycles produced in the 1970s and ’80s, has joined the Motorcycle Safety Foundation in conjunction with the release of its new three-wheel roadster, the Can-Am SpyderTM. “BRP took to the road with a unique new product when it launched the Can-Am Spyder roadster in February,” said Pierre Pichette, vice president, communications and public affairs for BRP. “As a newcomer to the road with a three-wheel vehicle, we are looking to the Motorcycle Safety Foundation’s expertise to develop a high quality, comprehensive education and training course for riders who choose a three-wheel vehicle alternative. Our goal is the same as the MSF’s – to make on-road riding safer.” BRP is the 12th funding member of the MSF. A privately held company, BRP’s portfolio of brands and products includes: Ski-Doo® and LynxTM snowmobiles, Sea-Doo® watercraft and sport boats and Can-Am all-terrain vehicles. It now joins BMW, Ducati, Harley-Davidson, Honda, Kawasaki, KTM, Piaggio, Suzuki, Triumph, Victory and Yamaha in the effort to promote rider safety and training across the United States. More than 4.1 million motorcyclists have taken an MSF RiderCourseSM. “BRP has a history of being actively involved with recognized organizations that promote the safe usage of its vehicles in many powersports product categories,” said MSF President Tim Buche. “We look forward to working with them and the opportunity to develop a hands-on training course, based on our current Basic RiderCourse, for three-wheel motorcycles, as well as their participation in helping to address the many challenges and opportunities surrounding rider safety today.” Since 1973, the MSF has set internationally recognized standards that promote the safety of motorcyclists with rider education courses, operator licensing tests, and public information programs. The MSF works with the federal government, state agencies, the military and others to offer training for all skill levels so riders may enjoy a lifetime of safe, responsible motorcycling. The MSF is a not-for-profit organization sponsored by BMW, BRP, Ducati, Harley-Davidson, Honda, Kawasaki, KTM, Piaggio, Suzuki, Triumph, Victory and Yamaha. For RiderCourseSM locations, call (800) 446-9227 or visit www.msf-usa.org.

The North Florida Sportbike Association (www.nfsba.com) will hold a charity ride on Saturday, June 23, 2007. The ride is in the memory of a good friend who was killed in a motorcycle accident last year. He left behind two twin babies. We are doing a ride to raise money to go into a trust fund for the kids. This is the second year doing the ride. Last year we had over 150 bikes and raised $5000 towards the trust fund. On Sunday, June 4th, 2006, Chedwick (C.D.) Kring passed away, as a result of injuries sustained in a tragic motorcycle accident here in Jacksonville, FL. Those of us in the local sportbike and racing communities knew C.D. as a warm, gentle and inspiring man. He was kind and genuine, and truly knew no stranger. No matter what was going on in his life, he greeted everyone with a shining smile, and warm hug, and he did all he could to educate others in the community on the importance of riding safety, and personal protective gear. While riding was his passion for many years, his life was even further enriched by the birth of his twins in 2004. Chase Dean and Carah Alyssa were more than just the apple of their father’s eye, they were his world, and every thought and decision he made was done so with their best interest at heart. There were no lengths he would not go to in order to ensure the best of everything for his children, who are now left without their loving father’s guidance and support. On June 24th, 2006, we held the First Annual Ride 4 CD,to benefit Chase and Carah. With the help of generous sponsors, we were able to raise over $5,000, which has been placed in a trust for the children. The outpouring of support from the community was over-whelming, and now we are in the process of organizing the Second Annual Ride 4 CD, in hopes of surpassing last years success, and trying to reach our goal of $7,000. The ride will be done poker-run style, and will be held (rain or shine!) on Saturday, June 23rd, 2007. ~http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v347/neonspeedrt/2007CDFlyer.jpg~