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New Flat Track Riding School Tailored For Road Racers

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New Flat Track Riding School Tailored For Road Racers

Aaron Stevenson’s Cornerspeed Riderschools announces the opening of their new school, Cornerspin. Cornerspin, “dirt training for road riding and road racing”, is a permanent facility located near the town of Spencer, North Carolina on 40 acres adjacent to Interstate 85. The Cornerspin training facility is located halfway between the metropolitan areas of Atlanta and Washington D.C.. Stevenson, owner and CEO of Cornerspeed and Cornerspin, has been developing the land for over a year to create challenging lay-outs for riders of all abilities. Training for the past two years with former pro flat tracker Michael Dillon (National #20) and former Arclight rider Scott Harwell, Stevenson has developed a curriculum that is designed to specifically relate the dirt techniques to the road and road racing. Says Stevenson, “This is not a flat track school. This is a road race school that is taught in the dirt using flat track and motard techniques to give students a better understanding of bike control and how to apply it to the road.” The Cornerspin school has 6 fully prepared mini-bikes (DRZ125, TTR125 and CRF100’s) which are provided with instruction. Like the mini-bike training done by riders back to the day of Kenny Roberts Sr. to current riders such as Nicky Hayden, Cornerspin is “cross training for road racers and road riders” using flat track and motard techniques on a variety of tracks to improve bike control and rider skill. The facility is set up to simulate many road and track conditions with over 8 configurations that include elavation changes, camber changes, fast transitions, esses, hairpins, sweepers and more. 14 time national champion and former Arclight rider Scott Harwell is lead instructor. Aaron Stevenson will be the instructor for lectures as well as on bike demonstration. Pro flat track guest instructors will be announced per individual schools. The small class size of only 6-8 students will allow for ample one on one instruction and feedback during the two-day school. More information can be found at ~http://www.cornerspeed.net~ or contacting Aaron Stevenson at 704-332-3147.

VP Introduces MR10 AMA-Legal Road Racing Fuel

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VP Introduces MR10 AMA-Legal Road Racing Fuel

VP RACING FEEDS POWER OBSESSION WITH NEW MOTORCYCLE BLEND SAN ANTONIO, TX (December 11, 2006) In its never ending quest to squeeze more power from hydrocarbon molecules, VP Racing Fuels has introduced “MR 10,” its newest fuel for 4-stroke road racing. “MR10 is engineered to generate the most horsepower within the parameters of AMA Pro Racing leaded fuel rules, and it really delivers,” said Bruce Hendel, VP’s Global Sales Manager. “In 1000cc bikes, dyno tests have proven up to a 2 horsepower increase over VP’s MR9, which was previously acknowledged to make the most power of any motorcycle fuel on the market. Tests also proved a one horsepower increase for 600cc bikes. This translates to as much as a 10% increase in power over pump gas.” MR10 has proved out on the track as well, with several factory teams using it in their quest for titles this season. In fact, MR10 helped power Team Suzuki’s Ben Spies and Mat Mladin to a 1-2 finish in AMA Superbike, while Josh Hayes used it to take the AMA Formula Extreme title. “It’s not just B.S. when we say MR10 is laboratory tested and track proven,” asserted Hendel. “Results like these confirm nothing on the market makes more power than MR10.” Because its octane rating is lower than MR9’s, MR10 may not be suitable for higher compression applications. For these applications, Hendel advised MR9 is still the fuel of choice, as evidenced by the AMA Superstock and Supersport titles won this season by Jamie Hacking with MR9 in his tank. VP’s R&D group has been prolific over the years, developing more than 60 fuel blends for applications across all of motorsports. “MR10 is just the latest example of our commitment to stay ahead of the competition with constant innovation,” Hendel concluded. Since 1975, VP Racing has fueled champions in virtually every racing category and class. VP’s fuels have earned a reputation for superior power and consistency as illustrated by its sweep of championships in all Pro classes of AMA Supercross, Motocross and Superbike from 2004 through 2006.

Aztrackday Superbike School To Offer Instruction By Polen

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Aztrackday Superbike School To Offer Instruction By Polen

Aztrackday.com is proud to announce their new Superbike School with Doug Polen. Come and learn to ride from one of the best. Doug Polen is a 4 time AMA Champion and 2 time World Superbike Champion. He will break riding down in an easy to understand process. He will teach you how to ride safer and faster than you ever thought possible. Aztrackday Superbike School is designed for riders of all abilities. Our hands-on approach applies well to novice riders who simply want to improve their street riding as it does to expert racers. We have 1 instructor for every 3 students, most of the 8 hour day will be spent on the track. For More Information go to www.aztrackday.com or call 602-763-6827

TrackAddix Announces 2007 Race And Track Day Schedules

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TrackAddix Announces 2007 Race And Track Day Schedules

2007 TrackAddix GP SuperBike Championship Schedule April 27/28/29 – Heartland Park Topeka (twin sprints) May 27 – Mid America Motorplex June 10 – Motorsport Park Hastings June 24 – Gateway International Raceway July 6/7/8 – Road America (twin sprints) August 12 – Hallett Motor Racing Circuit (double points) September 2/3 – Motorsport Park Hastings (twin sprints) September 16 – Iowa Speedway October 13/14 – Mid America Motorplex (SuperBike Shootout) October 19/20/21 – Daytona International Speedway Race of Champions 2007 Track Day Schedule April 8 – Motorsport Park Hastings April 14/15 – Mid America Motorplex May 12 – Motorsport Park Hastings May 26 – Mid America Motorplex May 28 – Ducati Revs Mid America June 9 – Motorsport Park Hastings June 18 – Brainerd International Raceway June 18 – Mid America Motorplex June 22/23 – Gateway International Raceway July 14/15 – Mid America Motorplex July 23 – Brainerd International Raceway July 28/29 – Motorsport Park Hastings August 11 – Hallett Motor Racing Circuit August 18 – Motorsport Park Hastings August 19 – Mid America Motorplex August 27 – Brainerd International Raceway September 1 – Motorsport Park Hastings September 10 – Mid America Motorplex September 15 – Iowa Speedway October 6/7 – Mid America Motorplex October 27/28 – Motorsport Park Hastings

More From The Pirelli Tire Test At Daytona

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More From The Pirelli Tire Test At Daytona

Longevity Racing – Wealthymen.com’s Barrett Long had a successful tire test at Daytona using production Pirelli 2007 tires on his 2006 Yamaha YZF-R6. Long was able to lap 1/2-second quicker than on last year’s production tire. Long also had the fourth-fastest segment one split (start finish to exit turn 2) and completed more laps then any other rider at the test. Long’s consistent quick laps indicate the new production Pirelli tires will be hard to beat. Barrett Long and Longevity Racing are looking for sponsorship for the upcoming season. Contact [email protected]

Works MV Agusta 500cc Four To Be Auctioned Off In Britain

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Works MV Agusta 500cc Four To Be Auctioned Off In Britain

Bonhams to sell ex-works MV Agusta 500 ‘four’ at The International Classic MotorCycle Show, Stafford on 29th April 2007.

Arguably the greatest team in Grand Prix racing history, MV Agusta won everything that was worth winning at world level from the early 1950s to the late 1960s and beyond. Machines raced by the legendary Italian works team are among the rarest and most desirable racing motorcycles ever made. All surviving examples are held either in museums or private collections and only extremely rarely is one ever offered for public sale. Thus Bonhams is delighted to be able to offer this machine – frame number ‘1104’, engine number ‘4’ – an example of the famous four-cylinder ‘fire engines’ that brought MV Agusta 139 victories and 16 World Championships in Grand Prix racing’s premier 500cc class, together with a further 76 wins and 9 Championships in the 350cc category.

When the contents of the MV race shop were sold off, following a lengthy period in storage, only two machines of the pre-1965 period were assembled and complete, the remainder being dismantled. The principal purchasers of MV’s heritage were Robert Iannucci in the USA, Ubaldo Elli in Italy and John Surtees in the UK. This genuine, ex-works machine, purchased directly from John Surtees by the current owner, accords with the specification employed by the MV Agusta factory team between 1957 and 1960, while the short-stroke engine is of the type used between 1954 and 1961. Between 1957 and 1960, MV Agusta’s works 500s were raced by stars such as John Surtees, Umberto Massetti, Carlo Bandirola, John Hartle, Gary Hocking and Remo Venturi among others, during which time Surtees won the Isle of Man Senior TT three times and the 500cc World Championship three years consecutively from 1958 to 1960. While the race record of its principal components is unknown, it is to this heroic period that this machine belongs.

Since 1996 when it was acquired by the vendor, ‘1104’ has been fastidiously maintained (there is simply no other option when caring for an ex-works MV Agusta) and enthusiastically exercised on a regular basis. Events/venues attended include the Isle of Man TT Parade, Brooklands, Scarborough, Montlhery, Vallelunga, Goodwood Festival of Speed and Revival Meetings, Ulster Grand Prix, Beezumph Rally, Donington Park, Mallory Park and Dijon. Riders have included Giacomo Agostini, Phil Read and Mick Grant. The machine was last ridden in June 2006 and is presented in ‘ready-to-use’ condition.

Estimate £160,000 – 180,000

More On The 2007 Isle Of Man TT Races

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More On The 2007 Isle Of Man TT Races

British Superstock Team commit to Centenary TT Speedfreak Racing are the latest team from the British Superbike paddock to commit to the Isle of Man TT Races. The Speedfreak team is headed up by Paul Shoesmith who has a wealth of racing experience behind him including working with James Whitham and Mick Grant. In 2007 he will be running a four man team in British Superstock and Superstock Cup as well as selected road races, focussing on the Centenary TT. Shoesmith will be joined at TT2007 by James Edmeades who made an impressive debut at the event this year and two as yet un-named high quality TT newcomers. The team will contest all classes on the latest spec Yamaha machinery with input from seven time former TT winner Mick Grant. Commenting on his teams TT plans, Paul Shoesmith said: “The TT is now a very big part of my season and it is the realisation of an ambition to be able to take a team to race there. We already have James (Edmeades) on board and we are fairly close to recruiting the services of two other riders with very strong CV’s to join us. They would both be newcomers to the event. We are aiming to bring a highly professional outfit to the TT and it is going to be quite a challenge with four riders, however it is a challenge that we are more than equipped for.” Chairman of the TT Steering Committee David Cretney MHK added: “The British Superbike series is one of, if not the strongest domestic series in the world. It has been encouraging to see a recent trend of riders and teams look to the TT as another option in their season,. I am sure Paul and his team will bring a professional outfit to the TT paddock and it is good to see that they are keen to introduce new good quality riders to the event.”

Recent Birth

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Recent Birth

Former racer and Dream Team Ducati owner Kaming Ko and wife Linda had a son, Christopher Ming Ko, December 8 in Woodland Hills, California.

Pietri Cartwheels, Picks Up Bike To Win Venezuelan Superbike Championship

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Pietri Cartwheels, Picks Up Bike To Win Venezuelan Superbike Championship

Robertino Pietri won his first Venezuelan Superbike Championship the hard way at Turagua Sunday, crashing out of the lead on the fourth lap and cartwheeling his GSX-R1000 through the grass, then picking up his smashed bike and charging back to take third place and the title without an upper fairing or right footpeg. Pietri holeshot the race, leading Cesar Tellez and defending Venezuelan Superbike Champion Fernando Amantini for three laps and turning the fastest lap of the race on lap three, a 1:04.683. Pietri then lost the front in turn two, crashing spectacularly end-over-end. He picked up and refired the damaged machine and passed Franklin Reveron for third on lap 15 of 18; Pietri’s finish behind Amantini and Tellez was enough to secure the title. Pietri won the first three races in the six-race championship series, held at Turagua and San Carlos. Armando Ferrer ran away with the 600cc Supersport race to win the Venezuelan Supersport Championship on his Kawasaki ZX-6RR, beating Juan Carlos Lavado who led the title chase going into this final weekend of the series. The win gave Ferrer his third race victory in the series. Pietri and Ferrer both ran on Pirelli tires, with Amantini, Tellez and Lavado on Dunlop tires. Pietri, Amantini and Ferrer all ran in the 2006 AMA Superbike Series, Pietri and Amantini racing in the Superstock class with Ferrer racing in the Supersport and Formula Xtreme classes. Robertino Pietri’s father, Roberto Pietri, competed in the AMA Series in the 1970s and 1980s.

Recent Birth: Rossi William Santelia

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Recent Birth: Rossi William Santelia

USGPRU racer and Webmaster Michael Santelia and his wife Rebecca had a son, Rossi William Santelia, December 9 in Raleigh, North Carolina.

New Flat Track Riding School Tailored For Road Racers

Aaron Stevenson’s Cornerspeed Riderschools announces the opening of their new school, Cornerspin. Cornerspin, “dirt training for road riding and road racing”, is a permanent facility located near the town of Spencer, North Carolina on 40 acres adjacent to Interstate 85. The Cornerspin training facility is located halfway between the metropolitan areas of Atlanta and Washington D.C.. Stevenson, owner and CEO of Cornerspeed and Cornerspin, has been developing the land for over a year to create challenging lay-outs for riders of all abilities. Training for the past two years with former pro flat tracker Michael Dillon (National #20) and former Arclight rider Scott Harwell, Stevenson has developed a curriculum that is designed to specifically relate the dirt techniques to the road and road racing. Says Stevenson, “This is not a flat track school. This is a road race school that is taught in the dirt using flat track and motard techniques to give students a better understanding of bike control and how to apply it to the road.” The Cornerspin school has 6 fully prepared mini-bikes (DRZ125, TTR125 and CRF100’s) which are provided with instruction. Like the mini-bike training done by riders back to the day of Kenny Roberts Sr. to current riders such as Nicky Hayden, Cornerspin is “cross training for road racers and road riders” using flat track and motard techniques on a variety of tracks to improve bike control and rider skill. The facility is set up to simulate many road and track conditions with over 8 configurations that include elavation changes, camber changes, fast transitions, esses, hairpins, sweepers and more. 14 time national champion and former Arclight rider Scott Harwell is lead instructor. Aaron Stevenson will be the instructor for lectures as well as on bike demonstration. Pro flat track guest instructors will be announced per individual schools. The small class size of only 6-8 students will allow for ample one on one instruction and feedback during the two-day school. More information can be found at ~http://www.cornerspeed.net~ or contacting Aaron Stevenson at 704-332-3147.

VP Introduces MR10 AMA-Legal Road Racing Fuel

VP RACING FEEDS POWER OBSESSION WITH NEW MOTORCYCLE BLEND SAN ANTONIO, TX (December 11, 2006) In its never ending quest to squeeze more power from hydrocarbon molecules, VP Racing Fuels has introduced “MR 10,” its newest fuel for 4-stroke road racing. “MR10 is engineered to generate the most horsepower within the parameters of AMA Pro Racing leaded fuel rules, and it really delivers,” said Bruce Hendel, VP’s Global Sales Manager. “In 1000cc bikes, dyno tests have proven up to a 2 horsepower increase over VP’s MR9, which was previously acknowledged to make the most power of any motorcycle fuel on the market. Tests also proved a one horsepower increase for 600cc bikes. This translates to as much as a 10% increase in power over pump gas.” MR10 has proved out on the track as well, with several factory teams using it in their quest for titles this season. In fact, MR10 helped power Team Suzuki’s Ben Spies and Mat Mladin to a 1-2 finish in AMA Superbike, while Josh Hayes used it to take the AMA Formula Extreme title. “It’s not just B.S. when we say MR10 is laboratory tested and track proven,” asserted Hendel. “Results like these confirm nothing on the market makes more power than MR10.” Because its octane rating is lower than MR9’s, MR10 may not be suitable for higher compression applications. For these applications, Hendel advised MR9 is still the fuel of choice, as evidenced by the AMA Superstock and Supersport titles won this season by Jamie Hacking with MR9 in his tank. VP’s R&D group has been prolific over the years, developing more than 60 fuel blends for applications across all of motorsports. “MR10 is just the latest example of our commitment to stay ahead of the competition with constant innovation,” Hendel concluded. Since 1975, VP Racing has fueled champions in virtually every racing category and class. VP’s fuels have earned a reputation for superior power and consistency as illustrated by its sweep of championships in all Pro classes of AMA Supercross, Motocross and Superbike from 2004 through 2006.

Aztrackday Superbike School To Offer Instruction By Polen

Aztrackday.com is proud to announce their new Superbike School with Doug Polen. Come and learn to ride from one of the best. Doug Polen is a 4 time AMA Champion and 2 time World Superbike Champion. He will break riding down in an easy to understand process. He will teach you how to ride safer and faster than you ever thought possible. Aztrackday Superbike School is designed for riders of all abilities. Our hands-on approach applies well to novice riders who simply want to improve their street riding as it does to expert racers. We have 1 instructor for every 3 students, most of the 8 hour day will be spent on the track. For More Information go to www.aztrackday.com or call 602-763-6827

TrackAddix Announces 2007 Race And Track Day Schedules

2007 TrackAddix GP SuperBike Championship Schedule April 27/28/29 – Heartland Park Topeka (twin sprints) May 27 – Mid America Motorplex June 10 – Motorsport Park Hastings June 24 – Gateway International Raceway July 6/7/8 – Road America (twin sprints) August 12 – Hallett Motor Racing Circuit (double points) September 2/3 – Motorsport Park Hastings (twin sprints) September 16 – Iowa Speedway October 13/14 – Mid America Motorplex (SuperBike Shootout) October 19/20/21 – Daytona International Speedway Race of Champions 2007 Track Day Schedule April 8 – Motorsport Park Hastings April 14/15 – Mid America Motorplex May 12 – Motorsport Park Hastings May 26 – Mid America Motorplex May 28 – Ducati Revs Mid America June 9 – Motorsport Park Hastings June 18 – Brainerd International Raceway June 18 – Mid America Motorplex June 22/23 – Gateway International Raceway July 14/15 – Mid America Motorplex July 23 – Brainerd International Raceway July 28/29 – Motorsport Park Hastings August 11 – Hallett Motor Racing Circuit August 18 – Motorsport Park Hastings August 19 – Mid America Motorplex August 27 – Brainerd International Raceway September 1 – Motorsport Park Hastings September 10 – Mid America Motorplex September 15 – Iowa Speedway October 6/7 – Mid America Motorplex October 27/28 – Motorsport Park Hastings

More From The Pirelli Tire Test At Daytona

Longevity Racing – Wealthymen.com’s Barrett Long had a successful tire test at Daytona using production Pirelli 2007 tires on his 2006 Yamaha YZF-R6. Long was able to lap 1/2-second quicker than on last year’s production tire. Long also had the fourth-fastest segment one split (start finish to exit turn 2) and completed more laps then any other rider at the test. Long’s consistent quick laps indicate the new production Pirelli tires will be hard to beat. Barrett Long and Longevity Racing are looking for sponsorship for the upcoming season. Contact [email protected]

Works MV Agusta 500cc Four To Be Auctioned Off In Britain

Bonhams to sell ex-works MV Agusta 500 ‘four’ at The International Classic MotorCycle Show, Stafford on 29th April 2007.

Arguably the greatest team in Grand Prix racing history, MV Agusta won everything that was worth winning at world level from the early 1950s to the late 1960s and beyond. Machines raced by the legendary Italian works team are among the rarest and most desirable racing motorcycles ever made. All surviving examples are held either in museums or private collections and only extremely rarely is one ever offered for public sale. Thus Bonhams is delighted to be able to offer this machine – frame number ‘1104’, engine number ‘4’ – an example of the famous four-cylinder ‘fire engines’ that brought MV Agusta 139 victories and 16 World Championships in Grand Prix racing’s premier 500cc class, together with a further 76 wins and 9 Championships in the 350cc category.

When the contents of the MV race shop were sold off, following a lengthy period in storage, only two machines of the pre-1965 period were assembled and complete, the remainder being dismantled. The principal purchasers of MV’s heritage were Robert Iannucci in the USA, Ubaldo Elli in Italy and John Surtees in the UK. This genuine, ex-works machine, purchased directly from John Surtees by the current owner, accords with the specification employed by the MV Agusta factory team between 1957 and 1960, while the short-stroke engine is of the type used between 1954 and 1961. Between 1957 and 1960, MV Agusta’s works 500s were raced by stars such as John Surtees, Umberto Massetti, Carlo Bandirola, John Hartle, Gary Hocking and Remo Venturi among others, during which time Surtees won the Isle of Man Senior TT three times and the 500cc World Championship three years consecutively from 1958 to 1960. While the race record of its principal components is unknown, it is to this heroic period that this machine belongs.

Since 1996 when it was acquired by the vendor, ‘1104’ has been fastidiously maintained (there is simply no other option when caring for an ex-works MV Agusta) and enthusiastically exercised on a regular basis. Events/venues attended include the Isle of Man TT Parade, Brooklands, Scarborough, Montlhery, Vallelunga, Goodwood Festival of Speed and Revival Meetings, Ulster Grand Prix, Beezumph Rally, Donington Park, Mallory Park and Dijon. Riders have included Giacomo Agostini, Phil Read and Mick Grant. The machine was last ridden in June 2006 and is presented in ‘ready-to-use’ condition.

Estimate £160,000 – 180,000

More On The 2007 Isle Of Man TT Races

British Superstock Team commit to Centenary TT Speedfreak Racing are the latest team from the British Superbike paddock to commit to the Isle of Man TT Races. The Speedfreak team is headed up by Paul Shoesmith who has a wealth of racing experience behind him including working with James Whitham and Mick Grant. In 2007 he will be running a four man team in British Superstock and Superstock Cup as well as selected road races, focussing on the Centenary TT. Shoesmith will be joined at TT2007 by James Edmeades who made an impressive debut at the event this year and two as yet un-named high quality TT newcomers. The team will contest all classes on the latest spec Yamaha machinery with input from seven time former TT winner Mick Grant. Commenting on his teams TT plans, Paul Shoesmith said: “The TT is now a very big part of my season and it is the realisation of an ambition to be able to take a team to race there. We already have James (Edmeades) on board and we are fairly close to recruiting the services of two other riders with very strong CV’s to join us. They would both be newcomers to the event. We are aiming to bring a highly professional outfit to the TT and it is going to be quite a challenge with four riders, however it is a challenge that we are more than equipped for.” Chairman of the TT Steering Committee David Cretney MHK added: “The British Superbike series is one of, if not the strongest domestic series in the world. It has been encouraging to see a recent trend of riders and teams look to the TT as another option in their season,. I am sure Paul and his team will bring a professional outfit to the TT paddock and it is good to see that they are keen to introduce new good quality riders to the event.”

Recent Birth

Former racer and Dream Team Ducati owner Kaming Ko and wife Linda had a son, Christopher Ming Ko, December 8 in Woodland Hills, California.

Pietri Cartwheels, Picks Up Bike To Win Venezuelan Superbike Championship

Robertino Pietri won his first Venezuelan Superbike Championship the hard way at Turagua Sunday, crashing out of the lead on the fourth lap and cartwheeling his GSX-R1000 through the grass, then picking up his smashed bike and charging back to take third place and the title without an upper fairing or right footpeg. Pietri holeshot the race, leading Cesar Tellez and defending Venezuelan Superbike Champion Fernando Amantini for three laps and turning the fastest lap of the race on lap three, a 1:04.683. Pietri then lost the front in turn two, crashing spectacularly end-over-end. He picked up and refired the damaged machine and passed Franklin Reveron for third on lap 15 of 18; Pietri’s finish behind Amantini and Tellez was enough to secure the title. Pietri won the first three races in the six-race championship series, held at Turagua and San Carlos. Armando Ferrer ran away with the 600cc Supersport race to win the Venezuelan Supersport Championship on his Kawasaki ZX-6RR, beating Juan Carlos Lavado who led the title chase going into this final weekend of the series. The win gave Ferrer his third race victory in the series. Pietri and Ferrer both ran on Pirelli tires, with Amantini, Tellez and Lavado on Dunlop tires. Pietri, Amantini and Ferrer all ran in the 2006 AMA Superbike Series, Pietri and Amantini racing in the Superstock class with Ferrer racing in the Supersport and Formula Xtreme classes. Robertino Pietri’s father, Roberto Pietri, competed in the AMA Series in the 1970s and 1980s.

Recent Birth: Rossi William Santelia

USGPRU racer and Webmaster Michael Santelia and his wife Rebecca had a son, Rossi William Santelia, December 9 in Raleigh, North Carolina.

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