From a press release:

4th Annual ToyRide.Org Ride for Kids

When: Sun Dec 12th 2004 (Rain or Shine)

Begin: Edison International Field (57 fwy and Katella in Anaheim, Ca)

Final Stop: Edison International Field

Route: To Be Determined

Benefit: Hollygrove Children’s Home (AKA Los Angeles Home for Orphans)

Registration starts at Edison International Field at 8:00 am and ends promptly at 9:00 am. Line up for the ride will begin at 9:15 am with photos. Ride will begin at 9:30. The registration fee is $10.00 and a new unwrapped toy valued at $10.00 or more. Your registration fee includes a raffle ticket and lunch catered by 211 catering, in Huntington Beach. Each toy donation worth $10.00 or more will receive a raffle ticket. Raffles are based in $10 increments. If the gift is $20 the rider will receive 2 tickets, $30 will receive 3 and so on. Multiple $10 donations will receive multiple tickets. Cash donations are also accepted. Please come gassed up and ready to go. The group will follow a set route, which can be viewed at www.toyride.org. The ride will end at Edison International Field with refreshments and raffles. Remember, Pre- Register and get an extra raffle ticket! All types of bikes welcome!!!

Cash donations may be made to ToyRide.org for the purchase of gifts on the day of the event or via PayPal at [email protected].

All cash donations will receive raffle tickets. Tax ID Information is available prior to event by request. Tax ID 501(c) information will be with each registration packet during registration.

Pre-Registration Is at the following webpage click here to pre-register http://toyride.org/pre-reg.php

Please arrive prior to 8:30 if you plan to register at the event. Cut off for pre-registration is Sunday December 5th 2004.

Sponsors: AK Composite, Apex Moto, TrackDaz, SoCalRPM, Speedrag, DVX Leathers, Cyclemall.net, Winex Helmets, Shock Racing, Icon, Galfer, Chatterbox, Z Custom Leathers, Simple green, Race Ready Design, Ferodo Racing brakes, NJK Leathers, Fast Track Riders, Spectrum Motorsports, Las Vegas Extremes, Reaperwear, CC Race Her, Dragonfly Clothing, and Whittier Fun Center.

We extend Our invite to all the different Southern California Sportbike Clubs. We hope to see all the members from G-Zer Tribe, 2 Wheel Life, SoCalSportbikes.com, Total Package, SFV Bike Night, Mayhem Street Riders, CrashClub.net, Ruff Ryders, Steel Horses, and the club with the largest group in attendance at 2003 and this years host Xtreme Habits.

From a press release issued by Yamaha:

ROSSI TESTS PROTOTYPE M1 IN VALENCIA AS EDWARDS MAKES YAMAHA DEBUT

The Gauloises Fortuna Yamaha Team and several other MotoGP teams were hard at work again today at a test in Valencia, Spain, just three days after the final Grand Prix of 2004 at the Spanish circuit. Today was the first day of a two-day test for Yamaha’s Factory team, where Valentino Rossi was joined on track by his 2005 team-mate Colin Edwards. Rossi, along with Yamaha test rider Wataru Yoshikawa, spent much of the day testing the first prototype of Yamaha’s latest-spec 2005 M1 machine.

Rossi made the fastest unofficial lap time of the day of 1:33.45 with a total 62 laps under his belt, while Edwards made an impressive first-time Yamaha record of 1:34.56 and 75 laps.

“We tried the new bike today and it’s not bad,” commented World Champion Rossi. “I have quite a good impression of it. I’ve already ridden it well and especially because we tried new Michelin tyres and it went well with those too. It seems to me to be more stable, and the traction is more or less better. This bike definitely has good potential for acceleration, and the handling is still sweet. The biggest change is in the chassis. At this moment we are quite clear on which direction to follow with it but this is just the first test and we still have a long way to go. We have concluded our first test with the new bike and now we look forward to the next test later this month.”

Colin Edwards will continue testing for Yamaha at the Valencia circuit tomorrow.

UNOFFICIAL LAP TIMES:

1. Valentino Rossi (Yamaha) 1:33.45
2. Nicky Hayden (Honda) 1:33.46
3. Sete Gibernau (Honda) 1:33.52
4. Loris Capirossi (Ducati) 1:33.9
5. Carlos Checa (Ducati) 1:34.0
6. Max Biaggi (Honda) 1:34.3
7. Colin Edwards (Yamaha) 1:34.56
8. Toni Elias (Yamaha) 1:35.48

From a press release issued by Advanstar Communications Inc.:

Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows®

Presented by Toyota Trucks Web Site Goes Live

Visit Us At: www.motorcycleshows.com to Purchase Advance Tickets – Skip the Lines

Santa Ana, California – November 3, 2004 – Leave the Grind Behind in cyber space for the 24th Annual Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows® presented by Toyota Trucks – the show web site is live. Enthusiasts can find information on special features, show facts, a full exhibitor list, floor plans, a photo gallery, local hotel information, history of the show, past media coverage, vital links, general contact info and much more.

“www.motorcycleshows.com is an excellent resource for enthusiasts and curiosity-seekers to learn more about our shows,” says Jeff D’Entremont, Show Director of the popular consumer show Series. “The web site is ideal for purchasing advance tickets, getting show information, learning about the manufacturers, retailers, as well as the show features for each event.”

Other Useful Links:

Attendee: Learn more about upcoming events such as demo rides, the Ball of Steel stunts, The Tacoma Off-Road Challenge, The Ducati Monster Challenge and a Suzuki Giveaway. You can also find information on the Kid’s Cycle Center, The Factory, the Christian Motorcyclists Association, Powersports Magazine, Free Gear Check, Free Motorcycle Parking and more.

Exhibitor: Obtain information on over 600,000 enthusiasts nationwide, recent consumer feedback and how you can contact our Show Series experts for further details.

Media: Obtain press badges, find contacts and answers to frequently asked questions about the show.

Dealer: Search for discount coupons and learn about local participating dealers.

Clubs: Find information on clubs, local manufacturers and features.

Buy Tickets: Don’t wait in line; buy your advance tickets in advance, online.

Progressive Insurance is sponsoring the web site’s new e-ticketing program where consumers can purchase tickets online, print them from home and skip the lines at the show. This gives enthusiasts and families less wait-time and more time to enjoy the show.

The 2005 schedule includes: San Francisco, Dallas, Southern California, Seattle, Denver, Atlanta, Washington D.C., New York, Cleveland, Minneapolis, Chicago and Detroit. Advanced tickets can be purchased online at www.motorcycleshows.com or by calling (800) 331-5706.

ABOUT THE SERIES

The Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows® offer an unparalleled opportunity for bike buffs along with casual enthusiasts to experience the cutting-edge of powersports vehicles, products, and services. The show boasts long-term relationships with both its title sponsor, Cycle World (12 years), the world’s foremost motorcycling magazine, and with its presenting sponsor Toyota Trucks (6 years), the world’s leading manufacturer of light trucks.



ABOUT THE POWERSPORTS GROUP

The Powersports Group is the biggest producer worldwide for trade and consumer shows in the powersports industry, including the single largest aftermarket trade-only event: the Dealernews International Powersports Dealer Expo. In addition to Dealer Expo, our powersports shows encompass nearly every product in all segments of the industry. Our Big Twin East and West shows represent the passion of Big Twin, bringing together the manufacturers, builders, and buyers who power the marketplace. Dirt Expo is the premier event for the off-road powersports industry, which runs alongside the Maxxis U.S. Open of Supercross in Las Vegas. Targeting key motorcycle markets across the country, the Cycle World International Motorcycle Showsâ presented by Toyota Trucks draws more than 600,000 eager powersports consumers of all levels.


ABOUT ADVANSTAR COMMUNICATIONS INC.

Based in New York, NY, Advanstar Communications Inc. (www.advanstar.com) is a worldwide business information company serving specialized markets with high quality information resources and integrated marketing solutions. Advanstar has 100 business magazines and directories, 72 tradeshows and conferences, numerous Web sites, and a wide range of print and electronic direct marketing, database and reference products and services. Advanstar serves targeted market sectors in the automotive, beauty, e-learning, call center, digital media, entertainment/marketing, healthcare, fashion & apparel, pharmaceuticals, powersports, science, telecommunications and travel/hospitality industries. The Company has roughly 1,400 employees and currently operates from multiple offices in North America, Latin America, Europe and Asia.

Copyright 2004, Roadracing World Publishing, Inc.

FIRST PERSON/OPINION

Via e-mail:

Since Eric Loranger of Brentwood, California needs something to read, here’s a piece of news:
We went to the polls yesterday evening to vote. One of the offices being voted for was Sheriff of Maricopa County, Arizona. I didn’t like either of the candidates running for office, so as it is OK to do, I wrote in a candidate. My vote went to Valentino Rossi.

Rossi is loved by our family! We would be honored for him to be our Sheriff.

Have a great day!

Mary Beechler
Phoenix, Arizona

Copyright 2004, Roadracing World Publishing, Inc.

CMRA racer John Orchard married Marian Krugers, October 24th in Flower Mound, Texas.

From a press release issued by Honda Racing Information:

Nicky Hayden fastest Honda rider at Valencia MotoGP test.

The 2004 grand prix season ended last Sunday at Valencia but such is the level of competition the MotoGP that the teams have no time to relax and reflect on past performances. Many of the leading teams stayed on at Valencia to begin their preparations for the upcoming series of vital winter test sessions.

On the opening day of the two-day test Honda riders opened their winter test programme testing new Michelin tyres and the latest chassis development. The fastest Honda rider at today’s test was American Nicky Hayden. The former AMA Superbike Champion put in an astonishing 94 laps at the demanding 4.005km Ricardo Tormo Circuit on the outskirts of the city of Valencia. Hayden set a best time of 1:33.4 on his five-cylinder 990cc RC211V Honda.

Sete Gibernau, runner up in the 2004 MotoGP championship, was just one tenth of a second off Hayden’s best time. The Spaniard concentrated his day on tyre testing with the RCV the results confirming Gibernau’s fears that he had selected the wrong tyres for Sunday’s GP.

Italian Max Biaggi, fresh from his third place finish in the world championship, was next fastest with a time of 1:34.00 flat. Biaggi dedicated his day to testing various chassis configurations and completed just 34 laps of the circuit today.

Nicky Hayden (1:33.4) – 94 laps. “We had a good day today and I put in 94 laps. I managed to go faster than I did all race weekend at 1:33.4 and that was on race tyres. I tested the new Michelin tyres and they helped with the difficulties I had holding my line in the race at the weekend. We have another day of testing here and I hope we can continue to improve.”

Sete Gibernau (1:33.5) – 55 laps. “We tested tyres today and confirmed that I had chosen the wrong tyres for the race last Sunday. Today and tomorrow we will concentrate on finding the right direction for next season and will be testing chassis developments getting ready for the next tests we have planned.”

Max Biaggi (1:34.00) – 34 laps. “Today I only did 34 laps as we tried out several chassis changes. I could have been faster but the main purpose was to find the right direction we need to make progress in time for the next tests. We will continue on this line tomorrow.”

From a press release issued by Rizla Suzuki:

Limited edition JR title winning Rizla Suzuki GSX-R1000 now available – see it first at the NEC Show

CRESCENT is proud to reveal the limited edition John Reynolds title winning Rizla Suzuki Replica GSX-R1000, but with only 13 being produced, you’ll need to be as quick as the Champion if you want to get your hands on one.

Completely road legal, these 13 limited edition Superbikes have been produced exclusively by Crescent to celebrate JR’s third British Superbike Championship title. Each bike features decals on the tank corresponding to a round in the 2004 series. Bike number one is Round One, Silverstone, 28/03/04, bike number two is Round Two, Brands Hatch 12/04/04 and so on until the 13th bike which is Round 13, Donington Park, 19/09/04.

The decals are complimented by JR’s own Championship winning logo and original signature as well as number one logos on the rear seat unit. All of the logos are under lacquer and are verified by Crescent as authentic.

Based on the gorgeous ’04 Rizla Suzuki paint scheme, Crescent couldn’t resist the temptation to fettle with the bike slightly and it now comes with a weight-saving Bikestyle undertray and Yoshimura Tri-oval road legal end can to enhance performance.

JR is chuffed to bits having a limited edition Rizla Suzuki in his name, but is not sure which one he would buy: “It’s a tough decision which one I would like to buy,” he said. “Oulton Park when I won both races, Donington where I took the title, Croft where I had to dig so deep just to finish, Mondello Park where I ate humble pie after easing off on the last lap; they all mean something to me.

“Even the Thruxton bike is important to me. I broke my collarbone there and the reaction of the team supporting me was almost the defining moment of the season. Each one tells a different story and I hope they go to good homes where people will appreciate the effort and sacrifice each one represents.”

You can catch a first glimpse of this exclusive Rizla Suzuki Replica GSX-R1000 at the International Motorcycle and Scooter Show between Novermber 5th – 15th at Birmingham’s NEC on the Rizla Suzuki stand P5 in hall 7.

The limited edition John Reynolds title winning Rizla Suzuki Replica GSX-R1000 costs only £8695.00 on the road, including PDI, Registration Fee, Road fund License for 12 months and first service. For further details call Crescent on 01202-820170 or visit www.crescent-suzuki.com – but you need to be quick!

From a press release issued by Harley-Davidson:

HARLEY-DAVIDSON GAINS MUSEUM GREEN LIGHT

Milwaukee Common Council Approves Land Sale, Development Plans

MILWAUKEE (Nov. 3, 2004) – Harley-Davidson today reached a major milestone in plans to bring a world-class museum to its home town, as the Milwaukee Common Council approved the sale of 20 acres at 6th and Canal streets to the Company. In related actions, the Council approved property rezoning, site redevelopment guidelines and the creation of a Tax Incremental District.

“We are absolutely thrilled with this outcome and express our gratitude to the Milwaukee Common Council for its vote today,” said Lara Lee, Harley-Davidson Vice President responsible for museum development. “We also appreciate the tremendous support we’ve had during this process from Mayor Barrett and from the greater Milwaukee community. Harley-Davidson is excited to be moving forward with its museum development in the Menomonee Valley.”

Company plans call for a three-phase development. Phase 1 will consist of 110,000 sq. ft. for the museum and related facilities including a retail store, meeting rooms, banquet space and a restaurant, at an estimated cost of $60 million. Harley-Davidson plans to begin Phase 1 construction once the Milwaukee Department of Public Works facility currently located on the site is moved. The City of Milwaukee has committed to move the facility by February 28, 2006 and the museum is expected to be completed two years later. The Company’s target is to open the museum to the public in 2008.

Subsequent phases envision the addition of the Harley-Davidson corporate archives, a restoration shop, additional exhibit space and other future development, for a total of 230,000 sq. ft. over all the phases and an estimated total investment of $95 million.

“The quality of the Harley-Davidson Museum experience will be first-class in every respect, creating life-long memories for visitors from around the world and generating significant economic benefits for Milwaukee,” said Lee.

The Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce has estimated that the Museum will generate $78 million in annual spending to help grow the local economy and $12.3 million in annual state and local tax revenue. The Museum is estimated to draw 350,000 annual visitors.

More information on the Museum is available online at www.h-dmuseum.com.

From a press release:

Team EMGO Taiwan is Back!

MARIETTA, Georgia (November 2, 2004) — After spending a season apart, Chris ‘Opie’ Caylor and EMGO International, Ltd are proud to announce that they are rejoining forces for the 2005 season. Caylor will compete as Team EMGO Taiwan in the AMA Formula Xtreme Series aboard Suzuki GSX-R600s.

“I am really, really excited to be working with EMGO and owner Emil Gomez again,” said Caylor. “I can’t tell you how happy I am about this announcement. Some really exciting things happened last time we worked together and I expect nothing less this time! I hated parting ways at the beginning of 2004. Emil and I had a lunch meeting back then and discussed the different opportunities that each of us had, but we always made sure that we left the door open for each other in the future.”

When asked about the return of Team EMGO Taiwan, Emil said, “I’m very happy that Opie and Team EMGO Taiwan are back! The people of Taiwan are very happy that Team EMGO Taiwan is back! We are all looking forward to next season.”

“2004 was a very busy year for EMGO International,” explained Emil. “With our markets continuing to grow not only here in America, but also worldwide, expansion was the only option. We focused our efforts on expanding the business. All of the offices have been moved into a newer, larger building just across the street from the old location. The old offices are now used for warehousing more product stock.”

“2005 is already shaping up to be a great season. After finishing 8th last year in my first Daytona 200, I am really looking forward to running the race aboard my Team EMGO Taiwan, Formula Xtreme, Suzuki GSX-R600. I think the new format is great. The race will have all of the great battles we are accustomed to seeing but everything else is going to be different. The pit stop strategies, the lap times, and the racetrack itself,” added Caylor. “Also, Craig ‘Huey’ Stewart is back with my team again this year. In the past he’s been a bike owner/builder for me and the publicist for my website. Now he has a wrench instead of a pen as my crew chief.”

“I can’t wait for Daytona!”