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Tyler McDonald To Race AMA Supersport For Shogun Motorsports In 2007

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Tulsa, OK December 13, 2006 Brooks Gremmels of Shogun Motorsports has announced the signing of 17-year-old up-and-coming road racer Tyler McDonald for the 2007 season. McDonald, son of former 250cc AMA National Champion Sam McDonald, will compete primarily in the AMA Supersport division on a Yamaha YZF-R6, but will also see action in select Formula Xtreme events, including the season opener at Daytona. A new team, Team Shogun, was formed by Gremmels, Steve Harvarnek and John O’Donnell specifically to accommodate Tyler. The team will be managed by O’Donnell, with crew chief Sam McDonald, and crew members Mike Toole, Cody Frost, Darryl Hurst and Norm McDonald, rounding out the personnel. Tyler’s first outing with the new team will be at Daytona International Speedway for the 66th running of the annual Daytona classic.

Willie G. Davidson To Speak At 19th Annual Hall Of Fame Museum Fundraiser In Daytona Beach, Florida

PICKERINGTON, OHIO – Harley-Davidson styling guru and Motorcycle Hall of Fame member William G. Davidson, better known to millions of enthusiasts as Willie G., will share his vision of Harley-Davidson’s iconic design heritage at the 19th Annual Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum Fundraising Breakfast. The event takes place Friday, March 9, 2007 from 8am to 11am in Daytona Beach, FL. Each year, funds raised at the Breakfast play an important role in supporting the non-profit Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum’s mission of education and preservation, including world-class exhibits and America’s only Hall of Fame dedicated to motorcycling. Inducted into the Motorcycle Hall of Fame in 1999, Davidson is synonymous with having ushered in The Motor Company’s most successful era. He joined Harley-Davidson’s design department in 1963 after a stint at Ford Motor Company and quickly scored a major success with the design and debut of the Harley-Davidson FX Super Glide. A response to the rising popularity of choppers, cruisers, and customs, the original FX laid the groundwork for some of Harley-Davidson’s best-selling machines. Today, Davidson is the Senior Vice President and Chief Styling Officer for Harley-Davidson, and he continues to guide the company’s team of innovative designers. In addition to fueling Harley-Davidson’s distinctive style for over four decades, Davidson was one of 13 employees to buy the company back from AMF and guide it to financial health during the 1980s. A passionate rider, Davidson continues to be an immensely popular participant in motorcycle rallies and events around the country. He is one of the most widely recognized and admired enthusiasts in the world. For a complete Willie G. biography please visit the Motorcycle Hall of Fame section of www.motorcyclemuseum.org. To join Willie G. and friends at the Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum’s Breakfast, immediate reservations are recommended. The event will take place at the Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort in Daytona Beach, Florida. Doors will open at 8am on March 9. Davidson will host an autograph session following the conclusion of the Breakfast. All proceeds benefit the Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum. To RSVP or learn about event sponsorship opportunities, contact the Museum at (614) 856-2222. About the Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum The goal of the Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum is to tell the stories and preserve the history of motorcycling. Located on the campus of the American Motorcyclist Association in Pickerington, Ohio, the Motorcycle Hall of Fame honors those who have contributed notably to the sport, and three major exhibition halls showcase the machines and memorabilia that have shaped motorcycling. The Museum is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily; and is closed on New Year’s, Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas. For more information, call (614) 856-2222, or visit the Museum’s website at www.motorcyclemuseum.org.

2007 Season Passes Now Available At Barber Motorsports Park

ZOOM MOTORSPORTS ANNOUNCES SEASON PASS FOR 2007 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS FOR THE BARBER MOTORSPORTS PARK (Birmingham, Ala.)- Zoom Motorsports, the exclusive event promoters for the Barber Motorsports Park, is pleased to announce that a season pass is now available for the 2007 racing season at Barber Motorsports Park. At a price of only $125, the season pass allows general admission and paddock access to all spectator events throughout the year and includes an official Barber Motorsports Park lanyard and credential holder. Barber Motorsports Park will host the AMA Superbike Championship and the Grand American Rolex Sports Car Series for the fifth consecutive year. The 2007 season will feature a new event. The National Auto Sport Association (NASA) has created programs that allow owners of both racecars and high-performance street-driven vehicles to enjoy the full performance capabilities of their cars in a safe and controlled environment. 2007 Spectator Events: April 13 15 World Karting Association (WKA) April 20-22 AMA Superbike Championship May 4-6 WERA Nationals July 6- 8 Sportscar Club of America (SCCA)* July 20-22 Grand American Rolex Sports Car Series September 22 -23 WERA Regionals October 13- 14 National Auto Sport Association (NASA)* October 19-21 AHRMA- 3rd Annual Barber Vintage Festival *New 2007 events For more event and ticket information, please visit the new Barber Motorsports Park website at www.barbermotorsports.com.

Team M4 EMGO Suzuki’s Beck Has Successful Surgery On Broken Arm, Dislocated Wrist

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Team M4 EMGO Suzuki development rider Michael Beck underwent successful surgery to repair his injured left arm at the hands of orthopedic surgeon Dr. Daniel Davis December 12 at Simi Valley Hospital, in Simi Valley, California.

“The surgeon said once he opened it up [the damage] wasn’t as bad as the original X-rays showed,” Beck told Roadracingworld.com Wednesday, adding that it was discovered that only one of his left forearm bones was fractured. “There wasn’t as much soft tissue damage as he thought there would be from the way it was dislocated. They were going to put an external fixator on it, but the surgeon said I didn’t need that. So I just had a plate and a couple of screws put on the fractured ulna.

“He said it’s looking like only a couple of weeks before I can get into some physical therapy, which I was pretty stoked about.”

Beck said his doctor told him he could be back on a motorcycle in as little as a month.

Originally, Beck sought treatment from Dr. Arthur Ting, but Beck’s insurance plan would not allow it. Beck then sought treatment from Dr. Davis, who repaired a broken collarbone previously. Dr. Ting also recommended Dr. Davis.

Beck, who finished ninth in the 2006 AMA Supersport Championship as a privateer, injured his arm when he crashed during a Pirelli tire test December 7 at Daytona International Speedway.

Watch For Stolen Ducatis In Canada

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According to a local news report, on Friday morning thieves in the Toronto, Ontario, Canada area stole a truck carrying Ducati motorcycles worth about $300,000 (Cdn.) at dealer prices. Read about it here: ~http://torontosun.com/News/TorontoAndGTA/2006/12/13/2770468-sun.html~

Local News Report: Superbike Racing’s Andrew Wright Fled Country Instead Of Reporting To Federal Prison

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According to a local news report, Superbike Racing’s Andrew Wright apparently fled the country rather than report to a Federal Prison last week. Read about it here: ~http://www.walb.com/Global/story.asp?S=5805321&nav=menu37_3~

Fastrack Riders Announces 2007 Track Day Schedule

Fastrack Riders is pleased and excited to announce our schedule for 2007! Fastrack will be staging forty two events on seven different race tracks in 2007 including Miller Motorsports Park in June the day before the WERA West National Event. Details regarding bike transportation to the Miller Motorsports Event will be announced in two weeks. For 2007 WERA West will start running two day race event weekends with the exception of the two California Speedway events. Back protectors will be required in 2007 for all riders which can be an integral part of the rider’s suit. Aero humps are not back protectors and do not apply. Foam padding is not a back protector either. Proof of medical insurance will be requested at time of registration! Prices for 2007 have either been reduced or held firm The layout for the 1.7 mile California Speedway Track has been reconfigured improving the flow and increasing the fun factor! At non California Speedway and Miller Motorsports Park events Fastrack Riders will only run one ALS ambulance in order to reduce prices at these venues. FASTRACK RIDERS 2007 SCHEDULE January: Sat 6th AMA Track California Speedway (WERA on Sunday) Sat & Sun 13th & 14th Infield Track California Speedway February: Sat & Sun 3rd & 4th AMA Track California Speedway Friday – 23rd Streets of Willow Sunday – 25th Buttonwillow March: Monday – 19th Willow Springs 2.5 Mile Road Course Monday – 12th Buttonwillow Sat-31st Las Vegas Motor Speedway 1.8 mile Classic Course April: Friday – 13th Streets of Willow Fri & Sat & Sun 20th- 21st, & 22nd AMA Track California Speedway Sun – 29th Las Vegas Motor Speedway 1.8 mile Classic Course May: Sat – 19th Las Vegas Motor Speedway 1.8 mile Classic Course Fri & Sat & Sun – 25th, 26th, & 27th AMA Track California Speedway June: Friday – 15th Streets of Willow Friday – 15th Miller Motorsports Park Fri Sat – 29th & 30th AMA Track California Speedway July: Sun – 1st AMA Track California Speedway Sat – 7th AMA Track California Speedway (WERA on Sunday) Sun – 22nd Willow Springs 2.5 mile Road Course August: Fri & Sat & Sun – 3rd, 4th, & 5th AMA Track California Speedway Sat – 25th Willow Springs 2.5 mile Road Course September: Sun – 9th Las Vegas Motor Speedway 1.8 mile Classic Course Fri & Sat & Sun – 28th, 29th, & 30th AMA Track California Speedway October: Sun – 14th Las Vegas Motor Speedway Classic Course Monday – 22nd Streets of Willow There might be a Ducati Day on Monday, Oct. 1st November: Sat & Sun – 3rd & 4th AMA Track California Speedway Monday – 12th Willow Springs 2.5 mile Road Course Sat & Sun – 24th & 25th AMA Track California Speedway December: Friday – 7th Streets of Willow

More World Superbike TV On SPEED

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SPEED, FIM WORLD SUPERBIKE EXTEND DEAL THROUGH 2009 FIM WORLD SUPERBIKE WAS CHARTER SERIES ON SPEED IN ’96 SPEED has renewed its contract with FGSPORT®, the organizers and rights holder of the FIM SBK Superbike World Championship®, signing a deal that keeps the high-powered series on the network through 2009. FIM World Superbike was the network’s charter racing series when SPEED went on the air as Speedvision in 1996. “It’s great to renew our long-standing relationship with the WSBK,” said Rick Miner, SPEED Sr. VP of Production and Network Operation. “We’re looking forward to another great season of racing.” FGSPORT® CEO Paolo Flammini said: “We are extremely proud to extend our relationship with SPEED. We are sure that the World Superbike Championship will continue to provide unparalleled excitement to the American fans thanks to SPEED’s high-quality broadcasting.” In 2006, the SBK Superbike World Championship® reached more than two billion contacts worldwide via 95 television networks beamed into 173 countries with more than 3,000 broadcast hours in total for an equivalent media value of $773 million. On SPEED, all SBKTM events have been shown in full, with a total coverage of 40 hours during the 2006 season. SPEED, celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2006, is the nation’s first and foremost cable network dedicated to motor sports and the passion for everything automotive. From racing to restoration, motorcycles to movies, SPEED delivers quality programming from the track to the garage. Now available in more than 73 million homes in North America, SPEED is among the fastest-growing sports cable networks in the country, the home to NASCAR on SPEED and an industry leader in interactive TV, video on demand, mobile initiatives and broadband services.

Harley-Davidson Sportster To Be Featured Marque At AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days 2007

PICKERINGTON, OHIO — The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) has announced that the Harley-Davidson Sportster will be the “Featured Marque” at AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days 2007, to be held July 27-29 at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio. Introduced as the XL in 1957, the Sportster will celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2007. This landmark line of motorcycles has become an indisputable icon in American motorcycling and has had a significant impact on American culture. In addition to the XL, AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days 2007 will honor the Sportster’s earlier siblings, including the K, KK, KH, KR and XR models. Owners of Sportster XL motorcycles, as well as owners of Harley-Davidson K, KK, KH, KR and XR motorcycles, are invited to bring their machines to AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days 2007 for display in the Sportster Corral. A select group of early and significant examples will be chosen for a special Marque of the Year display. For more information, contact Will Stoner at [email protected] or 614-856-1900 ext. 1227. AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days 2007, which will benefit the Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum, will include exhibits of classic motorcycles and memorabilia, the all-brands AMA Swapmeet, bike shows, a full slate of vintage racing, and other features to be announced in the coming months. As in previous years, AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days will kick off a ten-day celebration of motorcycling at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, concluding with the AMA Honda Super Cycle Weekend presented by Dunlop Tire the following weekend, August 3-5. For the latest news about AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days 2007, visit www.AMADirectlink.com or call 1-800-AMA-JOIN. For tickets and more information about Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, visit www.midohio.com or call 1-800-MID-OHIO. The American Motorcyclist Association: rights. riding. racing. Founded in 1924, the AMA is a non-profit organization with more than 280,000 members. The Association’s purpose is to pursue, protect and promote the interests of motorcyclists, while serving the needs of its members. For more information, visit the AMA website at www.AMADirectlink.com, or call 1-800-AMA-JOIN. A comprehensive motorsports facility, Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course features a permanent road racing circuit with two primary configurations: a 2.4-mile, 15-turn, and a 2.25-mile, 13-turn circuit. The park-like, 330-acre complex in Lexington, Ohio also features an amateur motocross venue. Located 60 miles north of Columbus and 75 miles south of Cleveland near Mansfield, the track has been called the most competitive in the U.S. and annually hosts a diversity of locally, regionally and nationally sanctioned racing events for amateur, club and professional riders and drivers.

Team Looking To Share Private Rental Of JenningsGP

Topline Peris Racing, which fields Canadian young gun Chris Peris, is looking to share a private rental of Jennings GP, in Jennings, Florida, on January 19. The goal is to have a total of six riders. For more information, e-mail Fernando Peris at [email protected] .

Tyler McDonald To Race AMA Supersport For Shogun Motorsports In 2007

Tulsa, OK December 13, 2006 Brooks Gremmels of Shogun Motorsports has announced the signing of 17-year-old up-and-coming road racer Tyler McDonald for the 2007 season. McDonald, son of former 250cc AMA National Champion Sam McDonald, will compete primarily in the AMA Supersport division on a Yamaha YZF-R6, but will also see action in select Formula Xtreme events, including the season opener at Daytona. A new team, Team Shogun, was formed by Gremmels, Steve Harvarnek and John O’Donnell specifically to accommodate Tyler. The team will be managed by O’Donnell, with crew chief Sam McDonald, and crew members Mike Toole, Cody Frost, Darryl Hurst and Norm McDonald, rounding out the personnel. Tyler’s first outing with the new team will be at Daytona International Speedway for the 66th running of the annual Daytona classic.

Willie G. Davidson To Speak At 19th Annual Hall Of Fame Museum Fundraiser In Daytona Beach, Florida

PICKERINGTON, OHIO – Harley-Davidson styling guru and Motorcycle Hall of Fame member William G. Davidson, better known to millions of enthusiasts as Willie G., will share his vision of Harley-Davidson’s iconic design heritage at the 19th Annual Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum Fundraising Breakfast. The event takes place Friday, March 9, 2007 from 8am to 11am in Daytona Beach, FL. Each year, funds raised at the Breakfast play an important role in supporting the non-profit Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum’s mission of education and preservation, including world-class exhibits and America’s only Hall of Fame dedicated to motorcycling. Inducted into the Motorcycle Hall of Fame in 1999, Davidson is synonymous with having ushered in The Motor Company’s most successful era. He joined Harley-Davidson’s design department in 1963 after a stint at Ford Motor Company and quickly scored a major success with the design and debut of the Harley-Davidson FX Super Glide. A response to the rising popularity of choppers, cruisers, and customs, the original FX laid the groundwork for some of Harley-Davidson’s best-selling machines. Today, Davidson is the Senior Vice President and Chief Styling Officer for Harley-Davidson, and he continues to guide the company’s team of innovative designers. In addition to fueling Harley-Davidson’s distinctive style for over four decades, Davidson was one of 13 employees to buy the company back from AMF and guide it to financial health during the 1980s. A passionate rider, Davidson continues to be an immensely popular participant in motorcycle rallies and events around the country. He is one of the most widely recognized and admired enthusiasts in the world. For a complete Willie G. biography please visit the Motorcycle Hall of Fame section of www.motorcyclemuseum.org. To join Willie G. and friends at the Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum’s Breakfast, immediate reservations are recommended. The event will take place at the Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort in Daytona Beach, Florida. Doors will open at 8am on March 9. Davidson will host an autograph session following the conclusion of the Breakfast. All proceeds benefit the Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum. To RSVP or learn about event sponsorship opportunities, contact the Museum at (614) 856-2222. About the Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum The goal of the Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum is to tell the stories and preserve the history of motorcycling. Located on the campus of the American Motorcyclist Association in Pickerington, Ohio, the Motorcycle Hall of Fame honors those who have contributed notably to the sport, and three major exhibition halls showcase the machines and memorabilia that have shaped motorcycling. The Museum is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily; and is closed on New Year’s, Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas. For more information, call (614) 856-2222, or visit the Museum’s website at www.motorcyclemuseum.org.

2007 Season Passes Now Available At Barber Motorsports Park

ZOOM MOTORSPORTS ANNOUNCES SEASON PASS FOR 2007 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS FOR THE BARBER MOTORSPORTS PARK (Birmingham, Ala.)- Zoom Motorsports, the exclusive event promoters for the Barber Motorsports Park, is pleased to announce that a season pass is now available for the 2007 racing season at Barber Motorsports Park. At a price of only $125, the season pass allows general admission and paddock access to all spectator events throughout the year and includes an official Barber Motorsports Park lanyard and credential holder. Barber Motorsports Park will host the AMA Superbike Championship and the Grand American Rolex Sports Car Series for the fifth consecutive year. The 2007 season will feature a new event. The National Auto Sport Association (NASA) has created programs that allow owners of both racecars and high-performance street-driven vehicles to enjoy the full performance capabilities of their cars in a safe and controlled environment. 2007 Spectator Events: April 13 15 World Karting Association (WKA) April 20-22 AMA Superbike Championship May 4-6 WERA Nationals July 6- 8 Sportscar Club of America (SCCA)* July 20-22 Grand American Rolex Sports Car Series September 22 -23 WERA Regionals October 13- 14 National Auto Sport Association (NASA)* October 19-21 AHRMA- 3rd Annual Barber Vintage Festival *New 2007 events For more event and ticket information, please visit the new Barber Motorsports Park website at www.barbermotorsports.com.

Team M4 EMGO Suzuki’s Beck Has Successful Surgery On Broken Arm, Dislocated Wrist

Team M4 EMGO Suzuki development rider Michael Beck underwent successful surgery to repair his injured left arm at the hands of orthopedic surgeon Dr. Daniel Davis December 12 at Simi Valley Hospital, in Simi Valley, California.

“The surgeon said once he opened it up [the damage] wasn’t as bad as the original X-rays showed,” Beck told Roadracingworld.com Wednesday, adding that it was discovered that only one of his left forearm bones was fractured. “There wasn’t as much soft tissue damage as he thought there would be from the way it was dislocated. They were going to put an external fixator on it, but the surgeon said I didn’t need that. So I just had a plate and a couple of screws put on the fractured ulna.

“He said it’s looking like only a couple of weeks before I can get into some physical therapy, which I was pretty stoked about.”

Beck said his doctor told him he could be back on a motorcycle in as little as a month.

Originally, Beck sought treatment from Dr. Arthur Ting, but Beck’s insurance plan would not allow it. Beck then sought treatment from Dr. Davis, who repaired a broken collarbone previously. Dr. Ting also recommended Dr. Davis.

Beck, who finished ninth in the 2006 AMA Supersport Championship as a privateer, injured his arm when he crashed during a Pirelli tire test December 7 at Daytona International Speedway.

Watch For Stolen Ducatis In Canada

According to a local news report, on Friday morning thieves in the Toronto, Ontario, Canada area stole a truck carrying Ducati motorcycles worth about $300,000 (Cdn.) at dealer prices. Read about it here: ~http://torontosun.com/News/TorontoAndGTA/2006/12/13/2770468-sun.html~

Local News Report: Superbike Racing’s Andrew Wright Fled Country Instead Of Reporting To Federal Prison

According to a local news report, Superbike Racing’s Andrew Wright apparently fled the country rather than report to a Federal Prison last week. Read about it here: ~http://www.walb.com/Global/story.asp?S=5805321&nav=menu37_3~

Fastrack Riders Announces 2007 Track Day Schedule

Fastrack Riders is pleased and excited to announce our schedule for 2007! Fastrack will be staging forty two events on seven different race tracks in 2007 including Miller Motorsports Park in June the day before the WERA West National Event. Details regarding bike transportation to the Miller Motorsports Event will be announced in two weeks. For 2007 WERA West will start running two day race event weekends with the exception of the two California Speedway events. Back protectors will be required in 2007 for all riders which can be an integral part of the rider’s suit. Aero humps are not back protectors and do not apply. Foam padding is not a back protector either. Proof of medical insurance will be requested at time of registration! Prices for 2007 have either been reduced or held firm The layout for the 1.7 mile California Speedway Track has been reconfigured improving the flow and increasing the fun factor! At non California Speedway and Miller Motorsports Park events Fastrack Riders will only run one ALS ambulance in order to reduce prices at these venues. FASTRACK RIDERS 2007 SCHEDULE January: Sat 6th AMA Track California Speedway (WERA on Sunday) Sat & Sun 13th & 14th Infield Track California Speedway February: Sat & Sun 3rd & 4th AMA Track California Speedway Friday – 23rd Streets of Willow Sunday – 25th Buttonwillow March: Monday – 19th Willow Springs 2.5 Mile Road Course Monday – 12th Buttonwillow Sat-31st Las Vegas Motor Speedway 1.8 mile Classic Course April: Friday – 13th Streets of Willow Fri & Sat & Sun 20th- 21st, & 22nd AMA Track California Speedway Sun – 29th Las Vegas Motor Speedway 1.8 mile Classic Course May: Sat – 19th Las Vegas Motor Speedway 1.8 mile Classic Course Fri & Sat & Sun – 25th, 26th, & 27th AMA Track California Speedway June: Friday – 15th Streets of Willow Friday – 15th Miller Motorsports Park Fri Sat – 29th & 30th AMA Track California Speedway July: Sun – 1st AMA Track California Speedway Sat – 7th AMA Track California Speedway (WERA on Sunday) Sun – 22nd Willow Springs 2.5 mile Road Course August: Fri & Sat & Sun – 3rd, 4th, & 5th AMA Track California Speedway Sat – 25th Willow Springs 2.5 mile Road Course September: Sun – 9th Las Vegas Motor Speedway 1.8 mile Classic Course Fri & Sat & Sun – 28th, 29th, & 30th AMA Track California Speedway October: Sun – 14th Las Vegas Motor Speedway Classic Course Monday – 22nd Streets of Willow There might be a Ducati Day on Monday, Oct. 1st November: Sat & Sun – 3rd & 4th AMA Track California Speedway Monday – 12th Willow Springs 2.5 mile Road Course Sat & Sun – 24th & 25th AMA Track California Speedway December: Friday – 7th Streets of Willow

More World Superbike TV On SPEED

SPEED, FIM WORLD SUPERBIKE EXTEND DEAL THROUGH 2009 FIM WORLD SUPERBIKE WAS CHARTER SERIES ON SPEED IN ’96 SPEED has renewed its contract with FGSPORT®, the organizers and rights holder of the FIM SBK Superbike World Championship®, signing a deal that keeps the high-powered series on the network through 2009. FIM World Superbike was the network’s charter racing series when SPEED went on the air as Speedvision in 1996. “It’s great to renew our long-standing relationship with the WSBK,” said Rick Miner, SPEED Sr. VP of Production and Network Operation. “We’re looking forward to another great season of racing.” FGSPORT® CEO Paolo Flammini said: “We are extremely proud to extend our relationship with SPEED. We are sure that the World Superbike Championship will continue to provide unparalleled excitement to the American fans thanks to SPEED’s high-quality broadcasting.” In 2006, the SBK Superbike World Championship® reached more than two billion contacts worldwide via 95 television networks beamed into 173 countries with more than 3,000 broadcast hours in total for an equivalent media value of $773 million. On SPEED, all SBKTM events have been shown in full, with a total coverage of 40 hours during the 2006 season. SPEED, celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2006, is the nation’s first and foremost cable network dedicated to motor sports and the passion for everything automotive. From racing to restoration, motorcycles to movies, SPEED delivers quality programming from the track to the garage. Now available in more than 73 million homes in North America, SPEED is among the fastest-growing sports cable networks in the country, the home to NASCAR on SPEED and an industry leader in interactive TV, video on demand, mobile initiatives and broadband services.

Harley-Davidson Sportster To Be Featured Marque At AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days 2007

PICKERINGTON, OHIO — The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) has announced that the Harley-Davidson Sportster will be the “Featured Marque” at AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days 2007, to be held July 27-29 at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio. Introduced as the XL in 1957, the Sportster will celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2007. This landmark line of motorcycles has become an indisputable icon in American motorcycling and has had a significant impact on American culture. In addition to the XL, AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days 2007 will honor the Sportster’s earlier siblings, including the K, KK, KH, KR and XR models. Owners of Sportster XL motorcycles, as well as owners of Harley-Davidson K, KK, KH, KR and XR motorcycles, are invited to bring their machines to AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days 2007 for display in the Sportster Corral. A select group of early and significant examples will be chosen for a special Marque of the Year display. For more information, contact Will Stoner at [email protected] or 614-856-1900 ext. 1227. AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days 2007, which will benefit the Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum, will include exhibits of classic motorcycles and memorabilia, the all-brands AMA Swapmeet, bike shows, a full slate of vintage racing, and other features to be announced in the coming months. As in previous years, AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days will kick off a ten-day celebration of motorcycling at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, concluding with the AMA Honda Super Cycle Weekend presented by Dunlop Tire the following weekend, August 3-5. For the latest news about AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days 2007, visit www.AMADirectlink.com or call 1-800-AMA-JOIN. For tickets and more information about Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, visit www.midohio.com or call 1-800-MID-OHIO. The American Motorcyclist Association: rights. riding. racing. Founded in 1924, the AMA is a non-profit organization with more than 280,000 members. The Association’s purpose is to pursue, protect and promote the interests of motorcyclists, while serving the needs of its members. For more information, visit the AMA website at www.AMADirectlink.com, or call 1-800-AMA-JOIN. A comprehensive motorsports facility, Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course features a permanent road racing circuit with two primary configurations: a 2.4-mile, 15-turn, and a 2.25-mile, 13-turn circuit. The park-like, 330-acre complex in Lexington, Ohio also features an amateur motocross venue. Located 60 miles north of Columbus and 75 miles south of Cleveland near Mansfield, the track has been called the most competitive in the U.S. and annually hosts a diversity of locally, regionally and nationally sanctioned racing events for amateur, club and professional riders and drivers.

Team Looking To Share Private Rental Of JenningsGP

Topline Peris Racing, which fields Canadian young gun Chris Peris, is looking to share a private rental of Jennings GP, in Jennings, Florida, on January 19. The goal is to have a total of six riders. For more information, e-mail Fernando Peris at [email protected] .