June 30, 2009 8:46 PM
Fans, Competitors, Promoters Welcome New AMA Pro Road Racing Programming On SPEED
AMA Pro Road Racing
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (June 30, 2009)
Strong Support for Same-Day Format That Begins This Weekend at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca
This weekend's premier AMA Pro Road Racing events at the Red Bull U.S. Grand Prix at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca will be the first races to air on SPEED in a new, same-weekend programming format that was announced last month. SPEED's decision to return to same-day or same-weekend coverage of AMA Pro Road Racing has been welcome news for series competitors, promoters and, most importantly, motorcycle road racing fans.
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KTM 990 Super Duke Approved For Competition in AMA Pro Daytona SportBike Presented by AMSOIL
AMA Pro Racing
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (June 30, 2009)
Tri-Valley Moto and Eric Gulbransen to Debut KTM 990 Super Duke at Mazda Raceway
The AMA Pro Daytona SportBike presented by AMSOIL class is already one of the most diverse divisions in major league motorcycle road racing, but the competition is going to get even more interesting beginning with this weekend's Red Bull U.S. Grand Prix at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca.
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June 21, 2009 6:20 PM
Stefan Nebel and Didier van Keymeulen pick up IDM points at Sachsenring despite handicap
KTM-Sportmotorcycles AG
Mattighofen, Austria
The KTM Super Bike Team made a good debut appearance in difficult circumstances in their first start on the Sachsenring, the GP circuit in Germany's Saxony in the IDM this weekend.
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June 4, 2009 7:24 PM
AMA Pro Suzuki Superbike Doubleheader at Road America Marks AMA Pro Road Racing Mid-Season
AMA Pro Road Racing
ELKHART LAKE, Wis. (June 4, 2009)
Biggest AMA Pro Road Racing Weekend Since Daytona Takes To the Series' Biggest Track
The biggest weekend of competition since the season-opening Daytona 200 Week by Honda is set for the monstrous Road America road course this weekend where the AMA Pro Suzuki Superbike Doubleheader will be Round 6 of the 2009 AMA Pro Road Racing series.
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April 27, 2009 9:36 PM
JOE ROZYNSKI RIDES BUELL TO THUNDERBIKE WIN AT TOPEKA
BUELL
TOPEKA, Kan. (April 27, 2009)
Sam Rozynski and David Myers fill an All-Buell Podium at ASRA National
Soundwaves.com/H-D/Buell of Frederick rider Joe Rozynski rode a Buell XB12R to win the Thunderbike National at the ASRA Michelin Pro Series event at Heartland Park. It was the first ARSA National win for the veteran Buell racer from Sparta, N.J. Buell riders filled the Thunderbike podium, as Soundwaves.com/H-D/Buell of Frederick rider Sam Rozynski finished second and David Myers finished third on a Buell XB12R.
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April 20, 2009 9:37 PM
New Yamaha R1 takes victory at Le Mans 24HR
Yamaha Racing
The Yamaha Austria Racing Team took their first victory of the endurance season on the new 2009 YZF-R1 at Le Mans yesterday. In what was one of the most intense Le Mans Endurance races for some time, YART riders Steve Martin, Igor Jerman and Gwen Giabbani battled flawlessly through difficult racing conditions including heavy rain for nearly 20 hours and a very damp track to take the chequered flag.
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April 4, 2009 8:58 AM
First AMA Pro Road Racing Sanctioned Test of 2009 Set For Infineon Raceway April 20 - 21
AMA Pro Road Racing
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (April 4, 2009)
Two Wheel Thunder Event Open to the Public and Top AMA Pro Teams Already Confirmed The first of three officially sanctioned 2009 AMA Pro Road Racing test sessions will be held at Infineon Raceway in Sonoma, Calif., April 20 - 21, and is available to all currently licensed AMA Pro National Guard American Superbike presented by Parts Unlimited and AMA Pro Daytona SportBike presented by AMSOIL teams.
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February 10, 2009 9:37 PM
Kawasaki’s 2009 Road Race Contingency Program Continues Commitment With Large Posting
Monster Energy Kawasaki
Irvine, Calif. (February 9, 2009)
“ Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. announced today its road racing contingency will reach over $1.8 million, continuing the company’s dedication to rewarding those who race green. The 2009 posting is the largest contingency program, and with the all-new Kawasaki Ninja® ZX-6R, it’s a great time to take advantage of the incredible payouts.
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February 2, 2009 8:19 PM
Hacking Joins Hayden on the Monster Energy Attack Kawasaki Squad
Monster Energy Kawasaki
Irvine, Calif. (February 2, 2009)
“ Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. announced today that Jamie Hacking will return for his third-consecutive season aboard a Kawasaki Ninja motorcycle. The three-time AMA Champion will join Roger Hayden on the factory-backed Monster Energy Attack Kawasaki team, competing in the AMA Daytona SportBike class.
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January 27, 2009 7:51 PM
2009 AMA Pro Road Racing Rule Book Now Posted and Available Online
AMA Pro Road Racing
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (January 27, 2009
Document Provides All Rules and Regulations for AMA Pro's Four 2009 Road Racing Divisions
The 2009 AMA Pro Road Racing Rule Book - which provides all of the regulations and rules for this year's AMA Pro American Superbike, AMA Pro Daytona SportBike, AMA Pro SuperSport and AMA Pro SunTrust Moto-GT divisions - is now posted and available for download at www.amaproracing.com.
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January 21, 2009 11:58 AM
KAWASAKI ANNOUNCES ROAD RACING PROGRAM WITH HAYDEN LEADING CHARGE
Kawasaki Motors Corp
Irvine, Calif.
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. announced today it is realigning its road racing program to accommodate changes in the platform announced by AMA Pro Racing beginning this season. The company will focus its efforts on the premiere AMA SportBike 600cc class, fielding a factory-backed effort that is led by two top racers including Roger Hayden.
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December 18, 2008 9:40 PM
Currently Approved Motorcycles to Remain Eligible for 2009 AMA Pro Road Racing Season
AMA Pro Racing
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (December 18, 2008)
Approved Motorcycles Grandfathered; New Model Applications Now Being Accepted At AMA Pro Racing
Ensuring that competitors will be able to continue to race motorcycles from a large pool of proven products and models, AMA Pro Racing announced today that all currently approved motorcycles from this past road racing season will remain certified and eligible for competition in 2009. The continuation is part of AMA Pro Road Racing's overall 2009 motorcycle approval procedure which was opened for applications last week.
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December 11, 2008 10:13 PM
More Than $3.3 Million in Purse and PaceSetter Bonus Awards For 2009 AMA Pro Road Racing
AMA Pro Racing
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (December 11, 2008)
Total Purse More Than Doubles 2008 Payout; $1.5 Million Apiece For Premier Classes
With a combined total of over $3.3 million in purse money and cash bonuses posted for the AMA Pro American Superbike, AMA Pro Daytona SportBike, AMA Pro SuperSport and AMA Pro SunTrust Moto-GT championships next season, the total posted payout for the 2009 AMA Pro Road Racing season is more than double the total 2008 purse, AMA Pro officials announced today. The rich prize-money pool includes traditional race-event purse payouts as well as lucrative bonuses through the new AMA Pro Road Racing PaceSetter Program.
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November 19, 2008 7:53 PM
AMA Pro Racing Now Accepting Parts and Equipment Approval Applications for All Road Racing Classes
AMA Pro Road Racing Series
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (November 19, 2008)
Homologation Process Underway For 2009 AMA Pro Road Racing Series
Following the announcement of its new road racing class structure last month, AMA Pro Racing confirmed today that it is now accepting applications for the approval of all key parts and components for the 2009 Eligible Equipment List in each of the four major divisions of AMA Pro Road Racing.
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October 20, 2008 7:48 PM
ESTOK RIDES BUELL TO ASRA PRO THUNDERBIKE WIN AT DAYTONA
BUELL
DAYTONA BEACH, FLA. (October 19, 2008)
Bruce Rossmeyer’s Daytona Racing Buell 1125R Is Third in MOTO-ST Eight Hours
Deeley H-D/Buell Canada/Ruthless Racing rider David Estok executed a dramatic last-lap pass to win the ASRA Pro Thunderbike National at the 25th Annual ASRA Race of Champions at Daytona International Speedway. Riding a Buell XB12R motorcycle, Estok drafted past BMW rider Nate Kern as the pair dashed for the finish line. Hal’s H-D/Buell/Hal’s Speed Shop rider Dan Bilansky finished third, also on a Buell XB12R.
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