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HANNspree Ten Kate Honda Race Team Officially Presented To The Media In Milan, Italy

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HANNspree Ten Kate Honda Race Team Officially Presented To The Media In Milan, Italy

International journalists joined HANNspree employees, distributors and guests this week to celebrate the company’s recent sales success and its future plans in motorsport. The spectacular event marked HANNspree’s first year of operation in Europe, as well as its title sponsorship of Ten Kate Honda in the World Superbike Championship. The LCD TV manufacturer is also associate sponsor of Gresini Honda in MotoGP and Martin Honda in World Motocross for 2007. The impressive Alkatraz Club in the centre of Milan was transformed into a HANNspree wonderland, with the company’s distinctive green logo adorning everything from walls to table candles. Display stands showcased a vast range of distinctive television designs alongside the HANNspree Ten Kate Honda Superbike and Supersport motorcycles. Guests enjoyed a cocktail and canapé reception before being seated for the HANNspree Ten Kate Honda rider presentation. Guest host and MotoGP commentator Toby Moody took to the stage to introduce the team’s World Superbike and Supersport riders James Toseland, Roberto Rolfo, Sébastien Charpetier and Kenan Sofuoglu. The riders were joined on stage by Team Manager Ronald ten Kate, who was enthusiastic about HANNspree’s sponsorship and the season ahead. Also making special appearances were Gresini Honda MotoGP Team Manager Fausto Gresini and Honda Europe Head of Motorsport Carlo Fiorani. The Martin Honda World Motocross team were also present at the event. The youngest ever World Superbike Champion James Toseland proved that he is just as talented off the track as he wowed the crowd with his piano playing and singing skills. Fashion shows and draw-dropping circus acts kept the 400 guests entertained during the six-course gala dinner and the party continued late into the night. “This event was a great celebration of HANNspree we are all very proud of the company and we are happy to share our success with all of our associates,” said HANNspree’s Vice-President of European Sales and Marketing Fabio Scatola. “It was also a chance to introduce our exciting new venture into motorsport, which will bring a new dimension to our business. I would like to wish all our teams the best of luck this year and we look forward to a great season of racing”

Team Yamaha YZF’s Nakatomi Completes Two Days Of World Superbike Testing At Valencia

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Team Yamaha YZF’s Nakatomi Completes Two Days Of World Superbike Testing At Valencia

Superbike World Championship Valencia (Spain) February 7 & 8, 2007 Team Yamaha-YZF First test for Nakatomi Shinichi Nakatomi successfully tested his new Yamaha YZF R1 in Spain on the Valencia circuit on February 7 and 8. It was the first time this year for the only 2007 rider of the Team Yamaha-YZF, formerly known as Team Yamaha Motor France-Ipone. The track was slippery, due to some Formula 1 tests the days before, but Shinichi Nakatomi could work on the set up of the 2007 Yamaha R1 with his best time in 1:37.2 despite a small crash. It was the first time the Japanese rider was testing since October 2006 and the occasion to develop this 100% new motorcycle. After completing many laps, it was time to stop on Thursday at 4 pm when the rain started. “We have done a lot of work to tune our new Kayaba suspensions,” explains team manager Martial Garcia. “This first test with the new R1 has been very positive. We know now in which direction to go to choose the best set up. We shall definitely be ready for the Qatar race.” 1st round of the Superbike World Championship: Saturday, February 24 at Losail (Qatar) Valencia stats Practice record (2003): 1:34.633 Neil Hodgson (Ducati) 152.360 kph 2006 Yamaha Motor France practice times: Nakatomi: 1:36.794 / 21st; Abe: 1:35.974 / 8th; Alfonsi: 1:39.117 / 33rd Race 1 results 2006: 1- Bayliss (Ducati), 2-Corser (Suzuki), 3-Lanzi (Ducati), 4-Abe (Yamaha), 5-Haga (Yamaha) 2006 Yamaha Motor France race 1 results: Nakatomi: 12th; Abe: 4th; Alfonsi: DNF Race 2 results 2006: 1- Bayliss (Ducati), 2-Corser (Suzuki), 3-Lanzi (Ducati), 4-Abe (Yamaha), 5-Haga (Yamaha) 2006 Yamaha Motor France race 2 results: Nakatomi: 12th; Abe: 4th; Alfonsi: DNF Lap record (best race time 2003): 1:35.007 Neil Hodgson (Ducati) 151.760 kph

FIM Releases The Permanent Rider Entry Lists For The 2007 Superbike And Supersport World Championships

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FIM Releases The Permanent Rider Entry Lists For The 2007 Superbike And Supersport World Championships

Superbike World Championship Final list 21. Troy Bayliss, AUS, Ducati 999R, Ducati Xerox Team 57. Lorenzo Lanzi, ITA, Ducati 999R, Ducati Xerox Team 41. Noriyuki Haga, JPN, Yamaha YZF-R1, Yamaha Motor Italia 11. Troy Corser, AUS, Yamaha YZF-R1, Yamaha Motor Italia 3. Max Biaggi, ITA, Suzuki GSX-R1000, Team Alstare Suzuki Corona Extra 71. Yukio Kagayama, JPN, Suzuki GSX-R1000, Team Alstare Suzuki Corona Extra 52. James Toseland, GBR, Honda CBR1000RR, Hannspree Ten Kate Honda Team 44. Roberto Rolfo, ITA, Honda CBR1000RR, Hannspree Ten Kate Honda Team 55. Regis Laconi, FRA, Kawasaki ZX-10R, Kawasaki PSG-1 Corse 10. Fonsi Nieto, ESP, Kawasaki ZX-10R, Kawasaki PSG-1 Corse 84. Michel Fabrizio, ITA, Honda CBR1000RR, D.F.X. Treme 99. Steve Martin, AUS, Honda CBR1000RR, D.F.X. Treme 38. Shinichi Nakatomi, JPN, Yamaha YZF-R1, Yamaha Motor France – IPONE 111. Ruben Xaus, ESP, Ducati 999R, Team Sterilgarda 96. Jakub Smrz, CZE, Ducati 999R, Team Caracchi Ducati SC 42. Dean Ellison, GBR, Ducati 999R, Team Pedercini 53. Alessandro Polita, ITA, Suzuki GSX-R1000, Celani Team Suzuki Italia 31. Karl Muggeridge, AUS, Honda CBR1000RR, Alto Evolution Honda 25. Joshua Brookes, AUS, Honda CBR1000RR, Alto Evolution Honda 76. Max Neukirchner, GER, Suzuki GSX-R1000, Suzuki Germany 73. Christian Zaiser, AUT, MV Agusta, LBR Racing Team 36. Jiri Drazdak, CZE, Yamaha YZF-R1, Yamaha Jr Pro SBK Racing Supersport World Championship Final list 16. Sebastien Charpentier, FRA, Honda CBR600RR, Hannspree Ten Kate Honda Team 54. Kenan Sofuoglu, TUR, Honda CBR600RR, Hannspree Ten Kate Honda Team 11. Kevin Curtain, AUS, Yamaha YZF-R6, Yamaha SSP Racing 23. Broc Parkes, AUS, Yamaha YZF-R6, Yamaha SSP Racing 55. Massimo Roccoli, ITA, Yamaha YZF-R6, Yamaha Team Italia 21. Katsuaki Fujiwara, JPN, Honda CBR600RR, Althea Honda Team 4. Lorenzo Alfonsi, ITA, Honda CBR600RR, Althea Honda Team 127. Robbin Harms, DEN, Honda CBR600RR, Stiggy Motorsport 32. Yoann Tiberio, FRA, Honda CBR600RR, Stiggy Motorsport 96. Nikola Milovanovic, SWE, Honda CBR600RR, Benjan Motoren 9. Fabien Foret, FRA, Kawasaki ZX-6RR, Team Gil Motor Sport 7. Pere Riba, ESP, Kawasaki ZX-6RR, Team Gil Motor Sport 77. Barry Veneman, NED, Suzuki GSX-R600, Team Hoegee Suzuki 31. Vesa Kallio, FIN, Suzuki GSX-R600, Team Hoegee Suzuki 94. David Checa, ESP, Yamaha YZF-R6, Yamaha – GMT 94 194. Sebastien Gimbert, FRA, Yamaha YZF-R6, Yamaha – GMT 94 69. Gianluca Nannelli, ITA, Ducati 749R, Team Caracchi Ducati SC 37. William De Angelis, RSM, Honda CBR600RR, Intermoto Czech 25. Tatu Lauslehto, FIN, Honda CBR600RR, Intermoto Czech 73. Yves Polzer, AUT, Ducati 749R, LBR Racing Team 8. Chris Peris, CAN, Yamaha YZF-R6, MOTO1- Yamaha Bikersdays 45. Gianluca Vizziello, ITA, Yamaha YZF-R6, RG Team 38. Gregory Leblanc, FRA, Honda CBR600RR, Vazy Racing Team 46. Jesco Gunther, GER, Honda CBR600RR, CRS Grand Prix 17. Miguel Praia, POR, Honda CBR600RR, Racing Team Parkalgar 116. Simone Sanna, ITA, Honda CBR600RR, RacingTeam Parkalgar 169. Julien Enjolras, FRA, Yamaha YZF-R6, Tati Team Beaujolais Racing 60. Vladimir Ivanov, RUS, Yamaha YZF-R6, Vector Racing Team 88. Gergo Talmacsi, HUG, Yamaha YZF-R6, Vector Racing Team 12. Javier Fores, ESP, Honda CBR600RR, HP Racing 39. David Forner Garcia, ESP, Yamaha YZF-R6, Yamaha Spain 44. David Salom Fuentes, ESP, Yamaha YZF-R6, Yamaha Spain 34. Davide Giugliano, ITA, Kawasaki ZX-6RR, Team Lightspeed Kawasaki Supported 18. Craig Jones, GBR, Honda CBR600RR, Reve Ekerold Honda Racing 26. Joan Lascorz, ESP, Honda CBR600RR, Glaner Motocard.com 35. Gilles Boccolini, ITA, Kawasaki ZX-6RR, Team PMS Corse

And Now A Comment On An Under-researched, Overly-dramatic TV Show Not Worthy Of The National Geographic Name

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And Now A Comment On An Under-researched, Overly-dramatic TV Show Not Worthy Of The National Geographic Name

FIRST PERSON/OPINION By John Joss (A letter to the National Geographic Channel) RE: NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC “Thrill Zone” show on motorcycle racing To Whom it May Concern: As a writer, commentator and announcer on motorcycle racing for many years, I want to register my extreme disappointment and distaste for the wretched job Michael Hoff Productions and announcer Marlon Singleton did in your “Thrill Zone” program on motorcycle racing safety that ran on your channel today. Beyond the relentless and gratuitous repeats of crashes, and the amateurish scripting and announcing that was full of breathless sensationalism and gee-whiz exclamations, you failed to note–except for the discussion of helmets– the many important safety measures that make motorcycle racing much safer in an era of escalating speeds. Only the informed and measured commentary of interview subjects such as Al Ludington and Aaron Yates made the program tolerable. Examples omitted: On the track, the continuous surveillance by trained, expert flag marshals, the presence of trained, experienced medical teams, and the introduction of what is called “Air Fence” that dissipates the damaging effects of sudden violent stops (against, for example, haybales). This last effort, spearheaded by ROADRACING WORLD (the leading U.S. road race publication) has saved countless riders from severe injury and has been contributed by hundreds of organizations and individuals in motorcycle racing to the tune of hundreds of thousands of dollars on tracks nationwide. Continuous concern for safety has led to the creation of rider teams who survey tracks and endeavor to get dangerous track sections made safer, for example in the re-engineering of the Laguna Seca track for MotoGP and the current rebuilding of Road Atlanta. In addition, the newest rider gear helps protect the rider and save him or her from injury: Leathers, of course, but with armor in the forearms, elbows, shoulders, hips, coccyx, chest and back; boots with extra shin protection; gloves double and triple sewn so that they do not come apart when they hit the track. Except for helmets, you did not even bother to mention rider protection. By the way, Andreas Meklau did NOT low-side because of oil on the track. He was braking too hard with the bike leaned over, which causes ‘low sides.’ Lean angle and grip are inversely proportional, both in braking and in acceleration, and since the race had not run many laps and there had been no incidents at that corner, there was little possibility of oil there. And you misnamed a Ducati 888 as a Honda RC30 for no apparent reason. But the list of your hapless technical errors and omissions is endless. This project is not worthy of the NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC name and is a profound embarrassment to informed enthusiasts. Please feel free to correct me if I am in error in any of the statements in this letter. And also feel free to call if you want this subject treated professionally and correctly. John Joss Los Altos, California

WIllie G. Davidson To Be Honored At Concours

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WIllie G. Davidson To Be Honored At Concours

WILLIE G. DAVIDSON TO RECEIVE LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD San Francisco–Senior Vice President & Chief Styling Officer of Harley-Davidson Motor Company, Willie G. Davidson, will be the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2007 Legend of the Motorcycle Concours d’Elegance. Known as “Willie G.” within the industry and to his millions of fans, the motorcycle icon is the grandson of William A. Davidson, one of the pioneers of the fabled American brand founded in 1903. More importantly, Willie G. Davidson is one of the 13 employees that bought the company back from conglomerate AMF in 1981, saved it from financial ruin, and guided it to unprecedented prosperity. Widely credited for invigorating product design at the venerable Milwaukee, Wisconsin-based company, Davidson introduced the FX Super Glide model in 1971 as a response to the customizing craze taking place in America. The result was an instant hit and the ushering in of a new class of motorcycle: the cruiser. “We feel extremely privileged to be able to honor Willie G. with this award”, says Concours co-founder Brooke Roner. “He is a living legend recognized the world over, and as the face of not just a motorcycle but a lifestyle, he exemplifies core values of motorcycling–innovation, individuality and freedom.” Each year a person who has made an invaluable contribution to the world of motorcycling is selected to receive the Lifetime Achievement Award. The trophy presented to this recipient–which some have dubbed the “Oscars of motorcycling”– is the signature God of Speed bronze sculpture. Mr. Davidson will be presented with this award on stage at the Concours on May 5th. The second annual international Legend of the Motorcycle Concours d’Elegance will take place the first Saturday in May at the breathtaking ocean-side Ritz-Carlton in Half Moon Bay, California, just south of San Francisco. For more information on this landmark charitable event, visit http://www.LegendoftheMotorcycle.com.

Team Komodo And North Texas Superbikes Partner For 2007 Race Season

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Team Komodo And North Texas Superbikes Partner For 2007 Race Season

We are pleased to announce that Team Komodo and North Texas Superbikes have joined forces for the 2007 road racing season. Team Komodo will receive complete technical assistance, suspension setup, and bike preparation by North Texas Superbikes, and will be racing on Dunlop New Technology tires in both sprint and endurance events. North Texas Superbikes team supported riders will be using professional grade Komodo FX racing products for all CMRA, AMA, WERA, and CCS events, and all Komodo products are available from North Texas Superbikes. “We tested the Dunlop’s this winter, with the new setup from NTSB, and it was amazing. I can’t believe how easy and how comfortable it was to go faster than I ever had on our GSXR1000.” stated Brian Driver of Komodo. “Komodo’s quality, and durability is unsurpassed by anything we have seen or used in the past for club racers, and we look forward to a long lasting relationship with Komodo.” said David Roy, owner of North Texas Superbikes.

Apex2Apex.net Releases 2007 Track Day Schedule

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Apex2Apex.net Releases 2007 Track Day Schedule

Apex2Apex.net 2007 Track Day Schedule Monday, May 21 Grattan Raceway Park, Grattan, Michigan Monday, June 11 Grattan Raceway Park, Grattan, Michigan Monday, July 2 Grattan Raceway Park, Grattan, Michigan Monday, July 16 Grattan Raceway Park, Grattan, Michigan Friday, July 27 Grattan Raceway Park, Grattan, Michigan Monday, August 13 Grattan Raceway Park, Grattan, Michigan Friday, September 28 Grattan Raceway Park, Grattan, Michigan Apex2Apex, Ltd. 2630 Aberdovey Drive Royal Oak, MI 48073 (248) 752-1003 www.apex2apex.net

More On MOTO-ST 500k Race At Road America

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More On MOTO-ST 500k Race At Road America

The 2007 SunTrust MOTO-ST Series to Include Road America DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (February 8, 2007) America’s newest motorcycle road racing series will take to one of America’s premier road courses this year when the SunTrust MOTO-ST Series makes its debut at Road America in Elkhart Lake, Wis., July 7 and 8. Round 4 of this season’s series, the Road America 500K will pay both series points and an overall purse of $35,000.00. “We are really excited about being able to debut our new Series at Road America,” explains Roger Edmondson, President of Grand-Am, which provides administration and commercial support for MOTO-ST. “Our goal is to build this series in much the same method we have used for our Grand Am Series and running at Road America is another strong step toward reaching our goal.” Weaving its way through four miles of Wisconsin’s picturesque countryside, Road America is one of the most historical road race courses in the country. Opened in 1955, this world-renowned track has hosted numerous events throughout the years including, the Champ Car World Series, AMA Superbike, NASCAR, SCCA Sprints, vintage racing and much more. A great favorite with both riders and fans, Road America draws a wide base of spectators from all over the country and is the perfect facility to introduce fans to the all new professional SunTrust MOTO-ST Series. Running in conjunction with the Championship Cup Series (CCS), the SunTrust MOTO-ST race at Road America will give motorcycle fans a chance to witness the incredible skills of some of the best two-wheeled team riders in the world. Not only will action abound on the track, but also in the pits as teams change riders and refuel throughout the race. In addition to Road America, this year’s SunTrust MOTO-ST Series will include the Daytona 500K, March 3-4 at Daytona International Speedway, the Homestead 500K, April 13-14 at Homestead-Miami Speedway, the VIR 500K, April 27-29 at Virginia International Speedway, the Iowa Speedway 500K, July 7-8 at Iowa Speedway and the 8 Hours At Daytona Finale, October 19-20 at Daytona International Speedway. MOTO-ST is organized and sanctioned by Professional Motorsports Productions (PMP) of Toronto, Ontario, Canada and the Grand American Road Racing Association, based in Daytona Beach, Fla., provides the series with administrative and commercial support. The MOTO-ST advisory board features some of the most respected individuals in the world of motorsports, including AMA Hall of Fame members, respected motorcycle racing journalists and renowned officials from various forms of road racing. Learn more about MOTO-ST at www.moto-st.com.

Yanagawa To Race In AMA Superbike At Daytona

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Yanagawa To Race In AMA Superbike At Daytona

Former World Superbike regular Akira Yanagawa, age 35, will race a Kawasaki ZX-10R in the 2007 AMA Superbike Championship season-opener March 10 at Daytona International Speedway, in Daytona Beach, Florida. “He’s going to come back over and race at Daytona,” Michael Preston, Team Manager of the Monster Kawasaki AMA Superbike team, told Roadracingworld.com Wednesday at California Speedway. Preston said he did not know the specifics of Yanagawa’s deal. Yanagawa has been testing a Dunlop-shod Kawasaki ZX-10R alongside Roger Hayden and Jamie Hacking this winter, even though he races on Bridgestones in the All-Japan Superbike Championship. In addition to his racing in Japan and some wild card appearances in MotoGP, Yanagawa has started 118 World Superbike races, collecting three wins and 23 podium finishes. His best Superbike World Championship finish was fourth in 1997.

AMA Pro Racing Releases Daytona Event Schedule

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AMA Pro Racing Releases Daytona Event Schedule

Monday, March 5 1:00pm7:00pm Registration: Riders, Crew, Sponsors & Guests Tuesday, March 6 9:00am6:00pm Registration: Riders, Crew, Sponsors & Guests 5:00pm Post-Entry Closed for all Classes 12:00pm-5:30pm Tech Inspection Wednesday, March 7 6:00am-8:00pm Garage Area Open Everyone must be out of the speedway by 8:00pm 6:30am4:00pm Registration: Crew, Sponsors & Guests 6:45am7:15am Track Inspection 7:00am-12:00pm Tech Open for motorcycle inspection 8:00am8:50am AMA Superstock Practice 9:00am9:50am Pro Honda Oils Supersport presented by Shoei Practice 10:00am11:00am AMA Superbike presented by Parts Unlimited Practice 11:10am12:00pm Lockhart Phillips USA Formula Xtreme Practice 12:00pm1:00pm Lunch Break 12:20pm Rider Briefing 1:00pm1:40pm AMA Superstock Qualifying, Group 1 1:50pm2:30pm AMA Superstock Qualifying, Group 2 2:40pm3:20pm Pro Honda Oils Supersport presented by Shoei Qualifying, Group 1 3:30pm4:10pm Pro Honda Oils Supersport presented by Shoei Qualifying, Group 2 4:20pm5:00pm AMA Superbike presented by Parts Unlimited Practice 5:10pm5:50pm Lockhart Phillips USA Formula Xtreme Practice Thursday, March 8 6:00am-8:00pm Garage Area Open Everyone must be out of the speedway by 8:00pm 6:30am4:00pm Registration: Crew, Sponsors & Guests 6:45am7:15am Track Inspection 7:30am12:00pm Tech Inspection Open 8:00am8:35am AMA Superstock Practice 8:45am9:20am Lockhart Phillips USA Formula Xtreme Practice 9:30am10:05am AMA Superbike presented by Parts Unlimited Practice 10:15am10:50am Pro Honda Oils Supersport presented by Shoei Practice 11:00am11:40am AMA Superbike presented by Parts Unlimited Qualifying, Group 1 11:50am12:30pm AMA Superbike presented by Parts Unlimited Qualifying, Group 2 12:30pm1:30pm Lunch Break 1:30pm2:20pm Lockhart Phillips USA Formula Xtreme Qualifying, Group 1 2:30pm3:20pm Lockhart Phillips USA Formula Xtreme Qualifying, Group 2 Final Events: 3:50pm AMA Superstock (13 laps, 60k) 4:50pm Pro Honda Oils Supersport presented by Shoei (22 laps, 100k) Friday, March 9 9:00am12:00pm Registration: Crew, Sponsors & Guests **No On-Track Road Race Activity Saturday, March 10 7:00am-8:00pm Garage Area Open Everyone must be out of the speedway by 8:00pm 7:30am1:00pm Registration: Crew, Sponsors & Guests 8:00am-8:30am Track Inspection 8:30am10:00am Tech Inspection Open 8:30am10:00am Pit assignments (at tech garage) for all riders/teams, except top 10 , in the 200 9:30am10:00am AMA Superbike presented by Parts Unlimited Warm-up 10:10am10:40am Lockhart Phillips USA Formula Xtreme Warm-up Final Events: 11:15am AMA Superbike Championship presented by Parts Unlimited (15 laps, 70k) 12:15pm1:15pm Lunch Break 1:30pm Opening Ceremony and Pole Award Presentation 1:45pm Sighting Lap for the Daytona 200 2:00pm Lockhart Phillips USA Formula Xtreme, 66th Daytona 200 (68 Laps)

HANNspree Ten Kate Honda Race Team Officially Presented To The Media In Milan, Italy

International journalists joined HANNspree employees, distributors and guests this week to celebrate the company’s recent sales success and its future plans in motorsport. The spectacular event marked HANNspree’s first year of operation in Europe, as well as its title sponsorship of Ten Kate Honda in the World Superbike Championship. The LCD TV manufacturer is also associate sponsor of Gresini Honda in MotoGP and Martin Honda in World Motocross for 2007. The impressive Alkatraz Club in the centre of Milan was transformed into a HANNspree wonderland, with the company’s distinctive green logo adorning everything from walls to table candles. Display stands showcased a vast range of distinctive television designs alongside the HANNspree Ten Kate Honda Superbike and Supersport motorcycles. Guests enjoyed a cocktail and canapé reception before being seated for the HANNspree Ten Kate Honda rider presentation. Guest host and MotoGP commentator Toby Moody took to the stage to introduce the team’s World Superbike and Supersport riders James Toseland, Roberto Rolfo, Sébastien Charpetier and Kenan Sofuoglu. The riders were joined on stage by Team Manager Ronald ten Kate, who was enthusiastic about HANNspree’s sponsorship and the season ahead. Also making special appearances were Gresini Honda MotoGP Team Manager Fausto Gresini and Honda Europe Head of Motorsport Carlo Fiorani. The Martin Honda World Motocross team were also present at the event. The youngest ever World Superbike Champion James Toseland proved that he is just as talented off the track as he wowed the crowd with his piano playing and singing skills. Fashion shows and draw-dropping circus acts kept the 400 guests entertained during the six-course gala dinner and the party continued late into the night. “This event was a great celebration of HANNspree we are all very proud of the company and we are happy to share our success with all of our associates,” said HANNspree’s Vice-President of European Sales and Marketing Fabio Scatola. “It was also a chance to introduce our exciting new venture into motorsport, which will bring a new dimension to our business. I would like to wish all our teams the best of luck this year and we look forward to a great season of racing”

Team Yamaha YZF’s Nakatomi Completes Two Days Of World Superbike Testing At Valencia

Superbike World Championship Valencia (Spain) February 7 & 8, 2007 Team Yamaha-YZF First test for Nakatomi Shinichi Nakatomi successfully tested his new Yamaha YZF R1 in Spain on the Valencia circuit on February 7 and 8. It was the first time this year for the only 2007 rider of the Team Yamaha-YZF, formerly known as Team Yamaha Motor France-Ipone. The track was slippery, due to some Formula 1 tests the days before, but Shinichi Nakatomi could work on the set up of the 2007 Yamaha R1 with his best time in 1:37.2 despite a small crash. It was the first time the Japanese rider was testing since October 2006 and the occasion to develop this 100% new motorcycle. After completing many laps, it was time to stop on Thursday at 4 pm when the rain started. “We have done a lot of work to tune our new Kayaba suspensions,” explains team manager Martial Garcia. “This first test with the new R1 has been very positive. We know now in which direction to go to choose the best set up. We shall definitely be ready for the Qatar race.” 1st round of the Superbike World Championship: Saturday, February 24 at Losail (Qatar) Valencia stats Practice record (2003): 1:34.633 Neil Hodgson (Ducati) 152.360 kph 2006 Yamaha Motor France practice times: Nakatomi: 1:36.794 / 21st; Abe: 1:35.974 / 8th; Alfonsi: 1:39.117 / 33rd Race 1 results 2006: 1- Bayliss (Ducati), 2-Corser (Suzuki), 3-Lanzi (Ducati), 4-Abe (Yamaha), 5-Haga (Yamaha) 2006 Yamaha Motor France race 1 results: Nakatomi: 12th; Abe: 4th; Alfonsi: DNF Race 2 results 2006: 1- Bayliss (Ducati), 2-Corser (Suzuki), 3-Lanzi (Ducati), 4-Abe (Yamaha), 5-Haga (Yamaha) 2006 Yamaha Motor France race 2 results: Nakatomi: 12th; Abe: 4th; Alfonsi: DNF Lap record (best race time 2003): 1:35.007 Neil Hodgson (Ducati) 151.760 kph

FIM Releases The Permanent Rider Entry Lists For The 2007 Superbike And Supersport World Championships

Superbike World Championship Final list 21. Troy Bayliss, AUS, Ducati 999R, Ducati Xerox Team 57. Lorenzo Lanzi, ITA, Ducati 999R, Ducati Xerox Team 41. Noriyuki Haga, JPN, Yamaha YZF-R1, Yamaha Motor Italia 11. Troy Corser, AUS, Yamaha YZF-R1, Yamaha Motor Italia 3. Max Biaggi, ITA, Suzuki GSX-R1000, Team Alstare Suzuki Corona Extra 71. Yukio Kagayama, JPN, Suzuki GSX-R1000, Team Alstare Suzuki Corona Extra 52. James Toseland, GBR, Honda CBR1000RR, Hannspree Ten Kate Honda Team 44. Roberto Rolfo, ITA, Honda CBR1000RR, Hannspree Ten Kate Honda Team 55. Regis Laconi, FRA, Kawasaki ZX-10R, Kawasaki PSG-1 Corse 10. Fonsi Nieto, ESP, Kawasaki ZX-10R, Kawasaki PSG-1 Corse 84. Michel Fabrizio, ITA, Honda CBR1000RR, D.F.X. Treme 99. Steve Martin, AUS, Honda CBR1000RR, D.F.X. Treme 38. Shinichi Nakatomi, JPN, Yamaha YZF-R1, Yamaha Motor France – IPONE 111. Ruben Xaus, ESP, Ducati 999R, Team Sterilgarda 96. Jakub Smrz, CZE, Ducati 999R, Team Caracchi Ducati SC 42. Dean Ellison, GBR, Ducati 999R, Team Pedercini 53. Alessandro Polita, ITA, Suzuki GSX-R1000, Celani Team Suzuki Italia 31. Karl Muggeridge, AUS, Honda CBR1000RR, Alto Evolution Honda 25. Joshua Brookes, AUS, Honda CBR1000RR, Alto Evolution Honda 76. Max Neukirchner, GER, Suzuki GSX-R1000, Suzuki Germany 73. Christian Zaiser, AUT, MV Agusta, LBR Racing Team 36. Jiri Drazdak, CZE, Yamaha YZF-R1, Yamaha Jr Pro SBK Racing Supersport World Championship Final list 16. Sebastien Charpentier, FRA, Honda CBR600RR, Hannspree Ten Kate Honda Team 54. Kenan Sofuoglu, TUR, Honda CBR600RR, Hannspree Ten Kate Honda Team 11. Kevin Curtain, AUS, Yamaha YZF-R6, Yamaha SSP Racing 23. Broc Parkes, AUS, Yamaha YZF-R6, Yamaha SSP Racing 55. Massimo Roccoli, ITA, Yamaha YZF-R6, Yamaha Team Italia 21. Katsuaki Fujiwara, JPN, Honda CBR600RR, Althea Honda Team 4. Lorenzo Alfonsi, ITA, Honda CBR600RR, Althea Honda Team 127. Robbin Harms, DEN, Honda CBR600RR, Stiggy Motorsport 32. Yoann Tiberio, FRA, Honda CBR600RR, Stiggy Motorsport 96. Nikola Milovanovic, SWE, Honda CBR600RR, Benjan Motoren 9. Fabien Foret, FRA, Kawasaki ZX-6RR, Team Gil Motor Sport 7. Pere Riba, ESP, Kawasaki ZX-6RR, Team Gil Motor Sport 77. Barry Veneman, NED, Suzuki GSX-R600, Team Hoegee Suzuki 31. Vesa Kallio, FIN, Suzuki GSX-R600, Team Hoegee Suzuki 94. David Checa, ESP, Yamaha YZF-R6, Yamaha – GMT 94 194. Sebastien Gimbert, FRA, Yamaha YZF-R6, Yamaha – GMT 94 69. Gianluca Nannelli, ITA, Ducati 749R, Team Caracchi Ducati SC 37. William De Angelis, RSM, Honda CBR600RR, Intermoto Czech 25. Tatu Lauslehto, FIN, Honda CBR600RR, Intermoto Czech 73. Yves Polzer, AUT, Ducati 749R, LBR Racing Team 8. Chris Peris, CAN, Yamaha YZF-R6, MOTO1- Yamaha Bikersdays 45. Gianluca Vizziello, ITA, Yamaha YZF-R6, RG Team 38. Gregory Leblanc, FRA, Honda CBR600RR, Vazy Racing Team 46. Jesco Gunther, GER, Honda CBR600RR, CRS Grand Prix 17. Miguel Praia, POR, Honda CBR600RR, Racing Team Parkalgar 116. Simone Sanna, ITA, Honda CBR600RR, RacingTeam Parkalgar 169. Julien Enjolras, FRA, Yamaha YZF-R6, Tati Team Beaujolais Racing 60. Vladimir Ivanov, RUS, Yamaha YZF-R6, Vector Racing Team 88. Gergo Talmacsi, HUG, Yamaha YZF-R6, Vector Racing Team 12. Javier Fores, ESP, Honda CBR600RR, HP Racing 39. David Forner Garcia, ESP, Yamaha YZF-R6, Yamaha Spain 44. David Salom Fuentes, ESP, Yamaha YZF-R6, Yamaha Spain 34. Davide Giugliano, ITA, Kawasaki ZX-6RR, Team Lightspeed Kawasaki Supported 18. Craig Jones, GBR, Honda CBR600RR, Reve Ekerold Honda Racing 26. Joan Lascorz, ESP, Honda CBR600RR, Glaner Motocard.com 35. Gilles Boccolini, ITA, Kawasaki ZX-6RR, Team PMS Corse

And Now A Comment On An Under-researched, Overly-dramatic TV Show Not Worthy Of The National Geographic Name

FIRST PERSON/OPINION By John Joss (A letter to the National Geographic Channel) RE: NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC “Thrill Zone” show on motorcycle racing To Whom it May Concern: As a writer, commentator and announcer on motorcycle racing for many years, I want to register my extreme disappointment and distaste for the wretched job Michael Hoff Productions and announcer Marlon Singleton did in your “Thrill Zone” program on motorcycle racing safety that ran on your channel today. Beyond the relentless and gratuitous repeats of crashes, and the amateurish scripting and announcing that was full of breathless sensationalism and gee-whiz exclamations, you failed to note–except for the discussion of helmets– the many important safety measures that make motorcycle racing much safer in an era of escalating speeds. Only the informed and measured commentary of interview subjects such as Al Ludington and Aaron Yates made the program tolerable. Examples omitted: On the track, the continuous surveillance by trained, expert flag marshals, the presence of trained, experienced medical teams, and the introduction of what is called “Air Fence” that dissipates the damaging effects of sudden violent stops (against, for example, haybales). This last effort, spearheaded by ROADRACING WORLD (the leading U.S. road race publication) has saved countless riders from severe injury and has been contributed by hundreds of organizations and individuals in motorcycle racing to the tune of hundreds of thousands of dollars on tracks nationwide. Continuous concern for safety has led to the creation of rider teams who survey tracks and endeavor to get dangerous track sections made safer, for example in the re-engineering of the Laguna Seca track for MotoGP and the current rebuilding of Road Atlanta. In addition, the newest rider gear helps protect the rider and save him or her from injury: Leathers, of course, but with armor in the forearms, elbows, shoulders, hips, coccyx, chest and back; boots with extra shin protection; gloves double and triple sewn so that they do not come apart when they hit the track. Except for helmets, you did not even bother to mention rider protection. By the way, Andreas Meklau did NOT low-side because of oil on the track. He was braking too hard with the bike leaned over, which causes ‘low sides.’ Lean angle and grip are inversely proportional, both in braking and in acceleration, and since the race had not run many laps and there had been no incidents at that corner, there was little possibility of oil there. And you misnamed a Ducati 888 as a Honda RC30 for no apparent reason. But the list of your hapless technical errors and omissions is endless. This project is not worthy of the NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC name and is a profound embarrassment to informed enthusiasts. Please feel free to correct me if I am in error in any of the statements in this letter. And also feel free to call if you want this subject treated professionally and correctly. John Joss Los Altos, California

WIllie G. Davidson To Be Honored At Concours

WILLIE G. DAVIDSON TO RECEIVE LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD San Francisco–Senior Vice President & Chief Styling Officer of Harley-Davidson Motor Company, Willie G. Davidson, will be the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2007 Legend of the Motorcycle Concours d’Elegance. Known as “Willie G.” within the industry and to his millions of fans, the motorcycle icon is the grandson of William A. Davidson, one of the pioneers of the fabled American brand founded in 1903. More importantly, Willie G. Davidson is one of the 13 employees that bought the company back from conglomerate AMF in 1981, saved it from financial ruin, and guided it to unprecedented prosperity. Widely credited for invigorating product design at the venerable Milwaukee, Wisconsin-based company, Davidson introduced the FX Super Glide model in 1971 as a response to the customizing craze taking place in America. The result was an instant hit and the ushering in of a new class of motorcycle: the cruiser. “We feel extremely privileged to be able to honor Willie G. with this award”, says Concours co-founder Brooke Roner. “He is a living legend recognized the world over, and as the face of not just a motorcycle but a lifestyle, he exemplifies core values of motorcycling–innovation, individuality and freedom.” Each year a person who has made an invaluable contribution to the world of motorcycling is selected to receive the Lifetime Achievement Award. The trophy presented to this recipient–which some have dubbed the “Oscars of motorcycling”– is the signature God of Speed bronze sculpture. Mr. Davidson will be presented with this award on stage at the Concours on May 5th. The second annual international Legend of the Motorcycle Concours d’Elegance will take place the first Saturday in May at the breathtaking ocean-side Ritz-Carlton in Half Moon Bay, California, just south of San Francisco. For more information on this landmark charitable event, visit http://www.LegendoftheMotorcycle.com.

Team Komodo And North Texas Superbikes Partner For 2007 Race Season

We are pleased to announce that Team Komodo and North Texas Superbikes have joined forces for the 2007 road racing season. Team Komodo will receive complete technical assistance, suspension setup, and bike preparation by North Texas Superbikes, and will be racing on Dunlop New Technology tires in both sprint and endurance events. North Texas Superbikes team supported riders will be using professional grade Komodo FX racing products for all CMRA, AMA, WERA, and CCS events, and all Komodo products are available from North Texas Superbikes. “We tested the Dunlop’s this winter, with the new setup from NTSB, and it was amazing. I can’t believe how easy and how comfortable it was to go faster than I ever had on our GSXR1000.” stated Brian Driver of Komodo. “Komodo’s quality, and durability is unsurpassed by anything we have seen or used in the past for club racers, and we look forward to a long lasting relationship with Komodo.” said David Roy, owner of North Texas Superbikes.

Apex2Apex.net Releases 2007 Track Day Schedule

Apex2Apex.net 2007 Track Day Schedule Monday, May 21 Grattan Raceway Park, Grattan, Michigan Monday, June 11 Grattan Raceway Park, Grattan, Michigan Monday, July 2 Grattan Raceway Park, Grattan, Michigan Monday, July 16 Grattan Raceway Park, Grattan, Michigan Friday, July 27 Grattan Raceway Park, Grattan, Michigan Monday, August 13 Grattan Raceway Park, Grattan, Michigan Friday, September 28 Grattan Raceway Park, Grattan, Michigan Apex2Apex, Ltd. 2630 Aberdovey Drive Royal Oak, MI 48073 (248) 752-1003 www.apex2apex.net

More On MOTO-ST 500k Race At Road America

The 2007 SunTrust MOTO-ST Series to Include Road America DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (February 8, 2007) America’s newest motorcycle road racing series will take to one of America’s premier road courses this year when the SunTrust MOTO-ST Series makes its debut at Road America in Elkhart Lake, Wis., July 7 and 8. Round 4 of this season’s series, the Road America 500K will pay both series points and an overall purse of $35,000.00. “We are really excited about being able to debut our new Series at Road America,” explains Roger Edmondson, President of Grand-Am, which provides administration and commercial support for MOTO-ST. “Our goal is to build this series in much the same method we have used for our Grand Am Series and running at Road America is another strong step toward reaching our goal.” Weaving its way through four miles of Wisconsin’s picturesque countryside, Road America is one of the most historical road race courses in the country. Opened in 1955, this world-renowned track has hosted numerous events throughout the years including, the Champ Car World Series, AMA Superbike, NASCAR, SCCA Sprints, vintage racing and much more. A great favorite with both riders and fans, Road America draws a wide base of spectators from all over the country and is the perfect facility to introduce fans to the all new professional SunTrust MOTO-ST Series. Running in conjunction with the Championship Cup Series (CCS), the SunTrust MOTO-ST race at Road America will give motorcycle fans a chance to witness the incredible skills of some of the best two-wheeled team riders in the world. Not only will action abound on the track, but also in the pits as teams change riders and refuel throughout the race. In addition to Road America, this year’s SunTrust MOTO-ST Series will include the Daytona 500K, March 3-4 at Daytona International Speedway, the Homestead 500K, April 13-14 at Homestead-Miami Speedway, the VIR 500K, April 27-29 at Virginia International Speedway, the Iowa Speedway 500K, July 7-8 at Iowa Speedway and the 8 Hours At Daytona Finale, October 19-20 at Daytona International Speedway. MOTO-ST is organized and sanctioned by Professional Motorsports Productions (PMP) of Toronto, Ontario, Canada and the Grand American Road Racing Association, based in Daytona Beach, Fla., provides the series with administrative and commercial support. The MOTO-ST advisory board features some of the most respected individuals in the world of motorsports, including AMA Hall of Fame members, respected motorcycle racing journalists and renowned officials from various forms of road racing. Learn more about MOTO-ST at www.moto-st.com.

Yanagawa To Race In AMA Superbike At Daytona

Former World Superbike regular Akira Yanagawa, age 35, will race a Kawasaki ZX-10R in the 2007 AMA Superbike Championship season-opener March 10 at Daytona International Speedway, in Daytona Beach, Florida. “He’s going to come back over and race at Daytona,” Michael Preston, Team Manager of the Monster Kawasaki AMA Superbike team, told Roadracingworld.com Wednesday at California Speedway. Preston said he did not know the specifics of Yanagawa’s deal. Yanagawa has been testing a Dunlop-shod Kawasaki ZX-10R alongside Roger Hayden and Jamie Hacking this winter, even though he races on Bridgestones in the All-Japan Superbike Championship. In addition to his racing in Japan and some wild card appearances in MotoGP, Yanagawa has started 118 World Superbike races, collecting three wins and 23 podium finishes. His best Superbike World Championship finish was fourth in 1997.

AMA Pro Racing Releases Daytona Event Schedule

Monday, March 5 1:00pm7:00pm Registration: Riders, Crew, Sponsors & Guests Tuesday, March 6 9:00am6:00pm Registration: Riders, Crew, Sponsors & Guests 5:00pm Post-Entry Closed for all Classes 12:00pm-5:30pm Tech Inspection Wednesday, March 7 6:00am-8:00pm Garage Area Open Everyone must be out of the speedway by 8:00pm 6:30am4:00pm Registration: Crew, Sponsors & Guests 6:45am7:15am Track Inspection 7:00am-12:00pm Tech Open for motorcycle inspection 8:00am8:50am AMA Superstock Practice 9:00am9:50am Pro Honda Oils Supersport presented by Shoei Practice 10:00am11:00am AMA Superbike presented by Parts Unlimited Practice 11:10am12:00pm Lockhart Phillips USA Formula Xtreme Practice 12:00pm1:00pm Lunch Break 12:20pm Rider Briefing 1:00pm1:40pm AMA Superstock Qualifying, Group 1 1:50pm2:30pm AMA Superstock Qualifying, Group 2 2:40pm3:20pm Pro Honda Oils Supersport presented by Shoei Qualifying, Group 1 3:30pm4:10pm Pro Honda Oils Supersport presented by Shoei Qualifying, Group 2 4:20pm5:00pm AMA Superbike presented by Parts Unlimited Practice 5:10pm5:50pm Lockhart Phillips USA Formula Xtreme Practice Thursday, March 8 6:00am-8:00pm Garage Area Open Everyone must be out of the speedway by 8:00pm 6:30am4:00pm Registration: Crew, Sponsors & Guests 6:45am7:15am Track Inspection 7:30am12:00pm Tech Inspection Open 8:00am8:35am AMA Superstock Practice 8:45am9:20am Lockhart Phillips USA Formula Xtreme Practice 9:30am10:05am AMA Superbike presented by Parts Unlimited Practice 10:15am10:50am Pro Honda Oils Supersport presented by Shoei Practice 11:00am11:40am AMA Superbike presented by Parts Unlimited Qualifying, Group 1 11:50am12:30pm AMA Superbike presented by Parts Unlimited Qualifying, Group 2 12:30pm1:30pm Lunch Break 1:30pm2:20pm Lockhart Phillips USA Formula Xtreme Qualifying, Group 1 2:30pm3:20pm Lockhart Phillips USA Formula Xtreme Qualifying, Group 2 Final Events: 3:50pm AMA Superstock (13 laps, 60k) 4:50pm Pro Honda Oils Supersport presented by Shoei (22 laps, 100k) Friday, March 9 9:00am12:00pm Registration: Crew, Sponsors & Guests **No On-Track Road Race Activity Saturday, March 10 7:00am-8:00pm Garage Area Open Everyone must be out of the speedway by 8:00pm 7:30am1:00pm Registration: Crew, Sponsors & Guests 8:00am-8:30am Track Inspection 8:30am10:00am Tech Inspection Open 8:30am10:00am Pit assignments (at tech garage) for all riders/teams, except top 10 , in the 200 9:30am10:00am AMA Superbike presented by Parts Unlimited Warm-up 10:10am10:40am Lockhart Phillips USA Formula Xtreme Warm-up Final Events: 11:15am AMA Superbike Championship presented by Parts Unlimited (15 laps, 70k) 12:15pm1:15pm Lunch Break 1:30pm Opening Ceremony and Pole Award Presentation 1:45pm Sighting Lap for the Daytona 200 2:00pm Lockhart Phillips USA Formula Xtreme, 66th Daytona 200 (68 Laps)

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