DUCATI HOLDS NEW YORK CITY UNVEILING PARTY FOR “NEW BLUE” Cupertino, CA Ducati North America announces the exclusive North American unveiling party for “New Blue,” a highly modified and customized racing motorcycle that was commissioned by Ducati North America and developed by NCR. The party will take place at Ducati New York on January 18, 2007, on the eve of the New York City Cycle World International Motorcycle Show. There will be a VIP presentation at 6:30pm and the party will begin at 7:00pm. In attendance at the party will be many special guests and key people who brought the project to life, including former Cycle Magazine Editor Cook Neilson; Michael Lock, CEO of Ducati North America; Michele Poggipolini, CEO of NCR; and Joe Ippoliti, COO of NCR. In late summer of 2006, Cook Neilson and Phil Schilling were invited as special guests to the annual Ducati dealer meeting. During this time, they were inducted into the DNA Hall Of Fame for their victory at Daytona in 1977. While attending the ceremony, Cook and Phil met the team behind NCR and the idea to build a special motorcycle in commemoration of the victory was born. The “New Blue” project began life as a standard Ducati SportClassic Sport 1000 S. The bike was pulled straight off the factory assembly line in Bologna and sent across town to the NCR race shop, where it received a complete makeover. NCR used their more than 30 years of racing experience to remove an astounding eighty four pounds of dry weight and add an additional 30 horsepower to the motorcycle. This was achieved by the usage of lightweight materials such as titanium, carbon fiber and magnesium throughout the project. The revised engine output is 116hp at 8450rpm. New Blue is completed with a titanium plate bearing the signatures of both Cook Neilson and Phil Schilling. The motorcycle will be handmade to order and carries an MSRP of $49,900. New Blue will be available through select NCR dealers. Following the party, “New Blue” will be on display throughout the weekend in the Ducati booth at the Cycle World International Motorcycle Show along with the exciting new 1098 Superbike, Desmosedici RR street legal grand prix machine and Hypermotard adventure bike. Founded in 1926, Ducati builds racing-inspired motorcycles characterized by unique engine features, innovative design, advanced engineering and overall technical excellence. The Company produces motorcycles in six market segments which vary in their technical and design features and intended customers: Superbike, Supersport, Monster, Sport Touring, Multistrada and the new SportClassic. The Company’s motorcycles are sold in more than 60 countries worldwide, with a primary focus in the Western European, Japan and North American markets. Ducati has won thirteen of the last fifteen World Superbike Championship titles and more individual victories than the competition put together. For more information about the Company, please visit our web site at www.ducatiusa.com

Cycle City Kawasaki of Green Bay, Wisconsin will provide bikes and support for local racer Jason Braun in 2007. Braun will ride a Kawasaki ZX-6R on Michelin Tires in CCS regional events, and select ASRA Nationals. Cycle City Racing is proud to have great support from Team Green, Lithium Motorsports and Suspension Solutions. Keep up with news and results at www.cyclecityracing.com

FIRST PERSON/OPINION Vie e-mail: Free Motorcycle Parking in Montgomery County Maryland Thanks to George Leventhal, we now have a new law that allows for free motorcycle parking in county-run parking facilities. See link to new law below. Devin Battley Battley Cycles Gaithersburg, Maryland ~http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/content/council/pdf/SCANNED_DOCS/47-06.pdf~

FIRST PERSON/OPINION Via e-mail: Bill Ritger, 53, head of the Midwest Safety Crew, passed away this evening. Bill had been battling liver cancer since last summer. Bill managed the cornerworking group for the Midwest region CCS races since 2000. Before that he worked as a cornerworker for several years. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Claudia, his mother, siblings and other family members. Services are pending and will be announced as soon as possible. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Rainbow Hospice (rainbowhospicecare.org) or the Red Flag Fund (redflagfund.org). R.I.P. my friend, Gordon Lunde Milwaukee, Wisconsin More, from a reader: FIRST PERSON/OPINION Via e-mail: I knew Bill, he was the first person I worked with at VIR. He and Claudia taught me a lot on my first adventure in cornerworking, and I learned something new every time after that. I know he will be missed. God Speed, my friend. Donald Franke Dallas, Georgia

Sidi and Vesrah Suzuki team up again in 2007! Vesrah Suzuki and its team riders of Lee Acree, Tray Batey, John Jacobi and Mark Junge have recently re-uped with Sidi boots for the 2007 season. Lee, Tray and Mark will all be using Sidi’s legendary Vertigo Corsa boot in their quest for additional championships in 2007. For additional information please log onto www.motonation.com

AMA RACING CONTINUING TO REDUCE SOUND AT SUPERCROSS/MOTOCROSS EVENTS PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Jan. 10, 2007) In an ongoing effort to control excessive sound at AMA Supercross and Motocross events AMA Racing officials have implemented new sound testing procedures beginning with last weekend’s start of the 2007 Amp’d Mobile AMA Supercross Series. The effort coincides with reduced overall sound limits for the two racing disciplines. Random post-race testing will be performed in addition to routine pre-race sound testing of all entries. According to AMA Racing Sr. Director of Technical Development Kevin Crowther, the new rules and testing are having an immediate, beneficial result. “At Anaheim 1, all 101 entries were tested during tech inspection and most competitors were within a 96 to 98 dB/a range,” said Crowther. “At the conclusion of the event we measured the top three finishers plus one at random in both classes and found that in all cases competitors were within the acceptable limits.” 2007 AMA Supercross/Motocross rules state that motorcycles must meet sound limits of 99 dB/a in pre-race tech inspection and 101 dB/a in post-race inspection. 2006 rules called for a 102 dB/a pre-race limit only. Sound testing is performed in accordance with the SAE J1287 sound test procedure which is the accepted industry standard. Crowther added that AMA officials also measured sound from seating areas in Angel Stadium and, compared to similar tests performed in 2006, there was a decrease in sound of approximately three dB/a. “We are pleased that AMA professional riders and teams are supporting responsible sound limits,” said Ed Moreland, AMA Vice President of Government Affairs. “Reducing excessive sound at MX and SX events is a very important step toward an overall reduction in excessive motorcycle sound. We are hopeful that the results of these new limits and their active enforcement will demonstrate to recreational riders and amateur racers that they don’t necessarily have to be louder to be faster.” Moreland added that by embracing a proactive philosophy of responsible sound management, AMA Racing hopes to foster an appreciation for reasonable sound limits and the positive effect they will have on the entire riding community. Current sound rules will be enforced in both the Amp’d Mobile AMA Supercross Series as well as the AMA Toyota Motocross Championship presented by FMF. It is expected that future rules will call for a further reduction in sound limits. About AMA Racing AMA Racing is the competition arm of the American Motorcyclist Association and is the leading sanctioning body for motorcycle sport in the United States. Its professional properties include the Amp’d Mobile AMA Supercross Series, the AMA Toyota Motocross Championship presented by FMF, the AMA Superbike Championship presented by Parts Unlimited, the AMA Ford Quality Checked Flat Track Championship, the AMA Supermoto Championship and the AMA Pro ATV Championship. In amateur and pro-am competition, AMA Racing sanctions over 4000 events in 24 different disciplines and supports over 110 thousand active members. For more information about professional racing, visit www.amaproracing.com. Accredited media outlets can also access an on line Press Room at www.amaproracing.com/pressroom. For amateur racing information visit www.amadirectlink.com/amrace/amasports.asp.

CMRA ANNOUNCES 2007 RACE SCHEDULE The Central Motorcycle Roadracing Association is pleased to announce their schedule for the 2007 CMRA Championship race season. The CMRA is pleased to be returning to No Problem Raceway in Belle Rose, Louisiana after having to cancel last year’s event due to the aftermath of hurricanes Katrina and Rita in 2005 and the lack of hotel and visitor accommodations associated with the rebuilding efforts. February 16-18, Oak Hill Raceway, Henderson, TX March 16-18, No Problem Raceway, Belle Rose, LA April 13-15, Texas World Speedway, College Station, TX May 18-20, Hallett Motor Racing Circuit, Hallett, OK June 8-10, MotorSport Ranch, Cresson, TX July 6-8, Oak Hill Raceway, Henderson, TX July 27-29, Hallett Motor Racing Circuit, Hallett, OK August 24-26, MotorSport Ranch, Cresson, TX September 28-30, Oak Hill Raceway, Henderson, TX October 26-28, Texas World Speedway, College Station, TX Founded in 1974, Central Motorcycle Roadracing Association (CMRA) is an independent, non-profit organization with over 700 members. CMRA organizes and promotes motorcycle road races throughout the South Central region of the United States. For 2007, the ten CMRA events will feature sprint racing for Novice and Expert status riders, a seven-round endurance series of 4 to 8-hour-long races, mini-bike racing for riders as young as 8 years old, and an accredited new riders school. The many world and national champions who began racing with CMRA include Colin Edwards, Nicky Hayden, Tommy Hayden, Jamie James, John Kocinski, Sam McDonald, Doug Polen, Kevin Schwantz, Freddie Spencer, Ben Spies and Britt Turkington. For more information, visit www.cmraracing.com or call 817-377-1599.

FIM Releases Provisional World Superbike Calendar Jan 10, 2007 From a press release issued by the FIM: Superbike & Supersport World Championships, Superstock FIM Cup 2007 provisional calendar The 2007 calendar of the Superbike and Supersport World Championships will count 14 rounds, of which one is still to be announced. The calendar is the following : Superbike/Supersport World Championships Date, Country, Circuit, X = Superstock Included February 24*, Qatar, Doha/Losail March 4, Australia, Phillip Island April 1, Europe, Donington Park, X April 15, Spain, Valencia, X April 29, Netherlands, Assen, X May 13, Italy, Monza, X May 27, Great-Britain, Silverstone, X June 17, San Marino, Misano, X July 8, TBA July 22, Czech Rep., Brno, X August 5, Great-Britain, Brands Hatch, X September 9, Germany, Eurospeedway Lausitz, X September 30, Italy, Vallelunga, X October 7, France, Magny-Cours, X * Saturday race

TEAM NB (formerly Vivaldi Racing) Team NB (Naturally Best) confirm their plans for the 2007 British Superbike Championship. With now securing funds from Naturally Best and support from Suzuki, Team Manager Norris Farrow, confirms the rider line up for 2007. “After considering very carefully the future and long term plans for the team, we are pleased to announce that the Bridewell brothers, Ollie and Tommy, will be riding our Suzuki superbikes for Team NB in the 2007 British Superbike Championship. We continue to support the youth of the industry and by doing so, hopefully enhance their future opportunities” said Farrow. After competing in BSB in 2006, his rookie year, which included his best result of 8th at Donington, Ollie (21) comments: “To get another season with the team is a dream come true, as I didn’t think it would happen, I intend to repay their faith many times over and can’t wait to put into practice what I’ve learnt in my time with the team. I’m not planning on letting anyone down and I’m really looking forward to getting back on the bike”. Meanwhile, Tommy (18) is looking forward to making the transition into British Superbikes after competing last year aboard the Vivaldi Supersport machine: “I’m mega happy to be moving into British Superbikes and it is my hope to make a good impression from the start. I’m under no illusions as to the task in hand and having Ollie in the team will be a bonus as I can measure my performance against his. I’m not setting unrealistic goals, I just want to do my best and I’m sure the results will come.” At present, Team NB are planning their test schedule prior to the first round at Brands Hatch on Easter weekend (9th April). For further information, please contact Team Manager Norris Farrow on 01205 821033