MSR Welcomes Metal Mulisha Rider Josh Grant to the Team

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Corona, CA - MSR is pleased to announce the recent signing of Factory Honda rider, Josh Grant. Josh has signed on with MSR to not only represent the MSR brand, but also back its growing line of Metal Mulisha racing apparel. JG will kick off the 2011 Supercross season in his signature MSR Metal Mulisha gear.

 

"I’m really excited for 2011. It’s really awesome to be part of such sick brands like MSR & Metal Mulisha and I am ready to line up at the gate... to dominate!" stated Josh Grant.

 

MSR director Dave Casella had this to say. "JG is a force to be reckoned with, especially on Factory Honda. His signature Mulisha gear is really going to turn some heads out there. This is a very exciting time for all involved."

 

MSR marketing manager Randy Valade adds, "Josh will be a great addition to the MSR team for 2011 and we feel he will bring a new group of followers to the already diverse brand."

 

Metal Mulisha’s General, Brian Deegan, had this to say. "This will be the most exciting year for us yet. Thanks to our relationship with MSR, we are able to step up and be part of Josh Grant's season in a big way. A1, Metal Mulisha rider JG, plus Factory Honda, equals Domination! Here we come!"

 

Metal Mulisha Marketing Director Ryan Hagy added to the General's comments. "This is a long time in the making and we at Metal Mulisha are very excited to be taking the next step in the SX/MX world, especially with JG as our front man. We could not have done this without the guys over at MSR."

 

 

Grant joins Kevin Windham and Nick Wey to round out MSR’s powerhouse race team for 2011. Watch for JG to debut the new Metal Mulisha line at Anaheim 1.

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2011 Monster Energy Supercross Season Television Package Announced

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2011 Monster Energy Supercross Season Television Package Announced
Seven Live Races on SPEED and Nine Hours on CBS Headline 2011

AURORA, Ill. (December 20, 2010) – Feld Motor Sports℠ announced the broadcast schedule for the 2011 Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, season. The 16-race lineup that will be once again be airing on SPEED and CBS Sports, features seven live races, the most in the history of the championship.

The season gets off to a fast start by showcasing the first two races of the season from Anaheim and Phoenix live on SPEED TV. Following these two live-broadcasts, CBS Sports will showcase the Los Angeles and Oakland races. The remaining live broadcasts take place at San Diego, Atlanta, Indianapolis, Seattle and the season finale from Las Vegas while CBS showcases the world’s best riders at Houston, Dallas, St. Louis and Salt Lake City.

“This is a huge step in the growth of Monster Energy Supercross,” said Todd Jendro, senior director of operations, Feld Motor Sports. “Feld Motor Sports, SPEED and CBS have had a strong relationship for many years and this is a sign of the tremendous success the sport has brought to both networks.”

In addition to the most complete broadcast schedule in the history of the sport, CBS Sports will also air three one-hour specials. The first CBS Sports special, the 2011 Monster Energy Supercross Season Preview, will air this Sunday, December 26 at 5:00pm ET. Supercross greats Ricky Carmichael, Jeremy McGrath, Jeff Emig, and Jeff Stanton will highlight the highly anticipated story lines emerging as the 2011 season draws near. The second CBS Sports special, AMA Supercross Legends – The Races, is scheduled to air February 27 at 12:00pm ET. And the final CBS Sports special, the 2011 Monster Energy Supercross Season Recap, will air on May 8 (time TBD), following the season finale in Las Vegas.

In the booth, the veteran duo of Ralph Sheheen and Jeff Emig return to provide the color commentary and analysis while Erin Bates brings all the breaking news from the track during each night of action.

2011 Monster Energy Supercross Television Schedule

Air Date Featured Race Network Time
Dec. 26 N/A CBS (Preview) 5:00 p.m. ET
Jan. 8 Anaheim, Calif. SPEED (LIVE) 10:00 p.m. ET
Jan. 15 Phoenix, Ariz. SPEED (LIVE) 9:30 p.m. ET
Jan. 23 Los Angeles, Calif. CBS 12:00 p.m. ET
Jan. 30 Oakland, Calif. CBS 12:00 p.m. ET
Feb. 6 Anaheim, Calif. SPEED 6:00 p.m. ET
Feb. 13 Houston, Texas CBS 12:00 p.m. ET
Feb. 19 San Diego, Calif. SPEED (LIVE) 10:30 p.m. ET
Feb. 26 Atlanta, Ga. SPEED (LIVE) 7:30 p.m. ET
Feb. 27 N/A CBS (Legends) 12:00 p.m. ET
March 12 Indianapolis, Ind. SPEED (LIVE) 7:30 p.m. ET
March 20 Jacksonville, Fla. SPEED 6:00 p.m. ET
March 27 Toronto, Canada SPEED 6:00 p.m. ET
April 3 Dallas, Texas CBS 12:00 p.m. ET
April 10 St. Louis, Mo. CBS 12:00 p.m. ET
April 16 Seattle, Wash. SPEED (LIVE) 6:00 p.m. ET
May 1 Salt Lake City, Utah CBS 12:00 p.m. ET
May 7 Las Vegas, Nev. SPEED (LIVE) 10:00 p.m. ET
May 8 N/A CBS (Season Recap) Time TBD

For more information on the Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, please log on to www.SupercrossOnline.com.

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PHOENIX SUPERCROSS WEEKEND EBAY AUCTION

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PHOENIX SUPERCROSS WEEKEND EBAY AUCTION
PACKAGES FROM ROAD 2 RECOVERY
Scottsdale, AZ – We’re ready for Round 2 and you should be too! Surprise your family with an exclusive ticket package and the opportunity to be up close with your favorite teams and riders with help from the Road 2 Recovery Foundation. R2R offers last minute shopping with your choice of two (2) Supercross ticket packages to Round 2 of the 2011 Monster Energy Supercross Championship in Phoenix on January 15th.
Package #1 includes (4) VIP Full Access Credentials for Supercross at Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona. These full access credentials give you access to reserved press box seating, a tour of the Factory Honda race team semi, and an autographed jersey from 2010 Pro Motocross Lites Champion Trey Canard. Package #2 includes (4) all day/night pit passes and hospitality and your chance to surround yourself with industry leaders. See below for complete package details.
Package #1 VIP package includes:
· (4) VIP Credentials with all access pit passes
· Reserved Press Box Seating
· Tour of the Factory Honda Race Team Semi
· Track Walk
· Credentials to the Monster Energy Hospitality Tent including lunch
· Autographed Jersey from Factory Honda rider Trey Canard
Package #2 Ticket package includes:
· (4) Tickets with all day/night pit access
· (4) Kicker EB51 Earbuds & (4) Black Kicker T-Shirts
· Rider Section Seating in sections 101-104
· Tour of the Factory Honda Race Team Semi
· Track Walk
· Access to Parts Unlimited Hospitality with Lunch
Make this your last minute stocking stuffer!! Bidding begins December 17th at 8AM PST and ends December 24th at 7:59AM PST. Look back each week to bid on packages at the stop nearest you. The Road 2 Recovery Foundation would like to thank Feld, Monster Energy, Parts Unlimited, Honda, and Trey Canard for their contributions to the auctions.
About Road 2 Recovery:
The Road 2 Recovery Foundation is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization that was founded by Bob Moore, Bob Walker, and Jimmy Button in the fall of 2000, and is dedicated to helping AMA licensed professional motocross/supercross riders with financial assistance if they sustain career-ending injuries as well as providing motivational, emotional, and spiritual support to these individuals and their families. To make a donation click here . For more information on Road 2 Recovery and upcoming events visit www.road2recovery.com or contact Anita Button at (480) 276-1131.
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Bel-Ray Partners with Dodge/Hart and Huntington Racing

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FARMINGDALE, NJ – November 24, 2010 – Bel-Ray Company, Inc.  – the leading USA-based lubrication manufacturing company is pleased to announce a partnership with Carey Hart and the Dodge / Hart and Huntington Supercross race team.

The two rider team returns with Top 10 Supercross racer Chris Blose and the newly signed former National Champion Ivan Tedesco to represent them in the Monster Energy Supercross series and selected national motocross events.

“It’s great to partner up with such a prestigious company like Bel-Ray who have been around the racing world for such a long time.” said Team Owner Carey Hart.

Bel-Ray is proud to be a part of this innovative racing team. The performance that Bel-Ray lubricants provide will be a competitive advantage to the race team in their quest for Supercross victories.

 “We’re thrilled to work alongside Carey Hart and the Hart and Huntington race team. Hart and his team represent a level of fire and determination within the sport that we’ve long admired, “said Bel-Ray Company Chief Operating Officer Jennifer Liquori.

“Much like Hart, the Bel-Ray family of companies is known for innovation, ultimate performance, and exceptional quality.  We couldn’t have chosen a better partner to build the next generation racing team of the future.” She added.

 “It’s great to partner up with such a prestigious company like Bel-Ray who have been around the racing world for such a long time.” said Team Owner Carey Hart

Working with Dodge and Hart and Huntington on a team of this caliber is an excellent showcase for the complete line of Bel-Ray products.

Bel-Ray Company Inc was founded in 1946 and is a privately held, woman owned business serving the lubrication needs of powersports, industrial and mining customers worldwide. Bel-Ray is recognized as the leader in the specialty lubricants industry for setting high standards of quality and performance with products formulated for the motorcycle, automotive, aviation, energy, food, marine, military, mining, OEM, Industrial steel, and textile industries.

“Flex Your Engine” with Bel-Ray’s superior Powersports line that delivers top quality Made-in-the-USA products to motorcycle and recreational vehicle enthusiasts around the world. Bel-Ray products are available at powersports dealers worldwide. Visit Bel-Ray.com for a complete dealer listing. Like us on Facebook.com/BelRay or follow us on Twitter/Bel_Ray Was this post helpful? Add yours to our service or subscribe to our feed above.

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Rockwell’s Sean Borkenhagen Wins the Hart & Huntington Privateer SX Challenge and Some New Bling!

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Rockwell’s Sean Borkenhagen Wins the Hart & Huntington Privateer SX Challenge and Some New Bling!
SALT LAKE CITY, UT (November 23, 2010) Rockwell’s Sean Borkenhagen braved the strong winds, rain, and dust at last weekends Hart & Huntington Privateer Supercross Challenge and took the win along with the $3,000 cash prize and an elite Gold/Black Duel Time Rockwell timepiece. Sean transferred directly to the main after winning the first heat and with the win, came a chance to ride in the Dash for Cash against fellow Rockwell rider Kyle Partridge, Tony Gallo, and Hunter Hewitt. Partridge ended up winning in the Dash for Cash, however a bad start in the main event would regulate him to a 2nd place finish. Borkenhagen rode his own race out front during the main and with his smooth style, took the win against some of the best privateers in the country.
“This weekends Heart & Huntington Privateer Challenge was a fun and successful event for me! That was a really cool event they put on. I felt really good all day out there even through the windy conditions. Not only was it really nice to get some good cash and a badass Rockwell watch, it was really good gate time and race practice in preparation for the 2011 Supercross season. I’m just going to keep my head down and work hard and apply what I brought to the track this weekend to the season that lays ahead,” says Borkenhagen of the race.
The Rockwell crew was in full force at the Privateer Challenge, race semi and all. Rockwell Team riders Landen Powell, Jason Potter, Parker Eckman, and Gray Davenport were on hand to grab their share of the $10,000 pro purse. Mistakes and some bad luck kept Eckman and Davenport from qualifying into the main however both Potter and Powell made the cut and finished 7th and 10th, respectively. Potter was running 4th for most of the main but a last lap crash dropped him back a few positions.
When asked about the weekend, Landen Powell remarked, “It was awesome to get on a gate with the guys we will be racing once the season starts. It was a good test on where my speed and endurance is right now. Time to go home and do my homework so I’m ready when the gate drops at A1.”
To check out more coverage of the Privateer Challenge, upcoming Rockwell events, and more, head to: www.rockwelltime.com
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Windham Signs 2 Year Contract Extension

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CORONA, Calif. -- Supercross and Motocross rider Kevin Windham has signed a two-year extension to stay with the GEICO Powersports Honda race team, owned by Factory Connection founder Rick "Ziggy" Zielfelder, Jeff Majkrzak, and Mike Grondahl.

"It's already been a wild off season with all the rumors going around of where riders are going so it's cool to get this deal done now," Windham said. "I'm really happy to be staying with this team. It's home. These were the guys that gave me a second chance when I came back from my broken femur in 2002 and it just feels right to stay here.

"For this team to step up and give me a two-year deal is special. We won't have to sweat going through negotiations next year. Now we're looking at a place where I'm going to end my career. I couldn't be with a better group of guys."

The 32-year-old crowd favorite from Centerville, Miss., is coming off an impressive 2010 campaign where he finished as runner-up to the Supercross championship with two wins. Additionally, Windham scored an overall race win in the Motocross series filling in for injured Honda rider Davi Millsaps.

"It's funny because there's talk of my age and of my pending retirement but in many ways I feel like there are parts of my riding where I'm just reaching my prime," Windham said. "I feel great on the bike and we showed this year we could win. The entire team had great success, with Trey (Canard) winning the 250cc championship in Motocross, and everyone else scoring wins. We put forth a great team effort and that's what it takes.

"I don't think my riding is in decline in any way. I fully expect us to be contenders next year. I'm looking forward to the challenges. We're a very tight family and I feel like this is the best team I've ever been with. They're always there for the riders, to help us excel and make us better, and that's a good feeling.

"GEICO Powersports also has been a key to our success. They are a great company to ride for and they understand the sport so well."

Windham will ride the team's lone 450cc entry, which will once again be flanked by four 250cc rides. Majkrzak says having Windham as his team's leader is a perfect scenario for a multitude of reasons.

"K-Dub's an excellent rider, probably the smoothest guy many of us have ever seen on a motorcycle, and he certainly has championship potential every season," Majkrzak said. "The fans love him. He always gets some of the loudest cheers during rider intros.

"What most people probably don't know about Kevin is the positive influence he has on our younger riders. He's the one that shows them not only how to compete and excel at this level, but how to be a good person, respect the other riders, take care of your sponsors, and stay true to yourself. He's an exceptional representative of our team and we plan on having him on our team until he decides to hang up his boots."Was this post helpful? Add yours to our service or subscribe to our feed above.

DAVID VUILLEMIN STEPS IN TO LEAD MOTOCONCEPTS RACING TO THE TOP

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DAVID VUILLEMIN STEPS IN TO LEAD MOTOCONCEPTS RACING TO THE TOP

9/30/2010

Temecula, CA.  MotoConcepts Racing is pleased to announce the appointment of David Vuillemin as Team Manager.  The legendary and talented Mr. Vuillemin, who answers to both “DV” and “The Cobra” as nicknames, has been hired to ensure that MotoConcepts Racing fulfills its mission to be the standard by which Motocross and Supercross race teams are measured. 

After two years of deep involvement, careful observation, and critical analysis of Supercross/Motocross racing by Team Owner Mike Genova, the missing piece to MotoConcepts Racing became clear: The team needed a Team Manager/Coach that can help the riders achieve their greatness on the track while nurturing these successes by developing race bikes that are expertly tested and tuned.  MotoConcepts Racing is confident that the famous French-American former World Champion is the right man for the job.

Said Mike Genova, Team Owner and Entrepreneur, “DV knows exactly what it takes to win; he’s proven that on the track, without a doubt.  David is also renowned for being able to set up and fine-tune the machinery to perfection.  These attributes, plus his intelligence, sincere manner, and his fan and rider-friendly charisma, made the decision to hire him a no-brainer.”

David wanted to relay these thoughts to the riders, industry, and fans of the sport, “This is my opportunity to make a positive impact on MotoConcepts Racing and the sport in general.  I am really excited to be on the other side of the fence in this new challenge and put to use what I've learned from the best in the business like Keith McCarty, Roger DeCoster, and Jim Perry.  My goal is to give the riders the best bike I can and help them improve in their riding to take the team to the next level.”

Follow the ascent of MotoConcepts Racing at www.MotoConceptsRacing.com and the adventures of David Vuillemin at www.DV12.blogspot.com

See you’all at the races!!!

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ABOUT MotoConcepts & MotoConcepts Racing

MotoConcepts, based in Spokane, WA, is an innovative manufacturer of Motorsports Accessories designed for the professional and recreational racer and rider.  Products include the award-winning MotoPad, MotoStand, MotoShelf, MotoStep, MotoBin, and Helmet Hook.  For more information visit: www.MotoConcepts.com.

MotoConcepts Racing, of Temecula, CA, is a Supercross/Motocross race team committed to impeccable sponsor representation, continuous operations improvement, and ever better results. 

The 2010 Sponsors include top motocross companies Yamaha, FMF Exhausts, O’Neal MX Gear, Motorex Oils & Chemicals, ENZO Suspension, Alpinestars Boots, Shoei Helmets, Dunlop Tires, GYTR Performance Products, C4MX Engine Modifications, VP Fuels, DT-1 Air Filters, EKS X Brand Goggles, Talon Hubs, Mechanix Wear, ICW, RK Chains, Excel Rims, QTM Brakes, Guts Seats & Foam, ODI Grips, and Vortex Bars & Sprockets.  These great partners help support MotoConcepts Racing in achieving team goals.

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Dungey 2010 National Champion

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Brea, Calif. – August 30, 2010 – History has been made. Ryan Dungey is the 2010 AMA Pro Motocross Champion, securing his second title of the year this weekend at Southwick MX in Massachusetts. The 20-year-old rookie has gained enough points in the series with his complete domination of the 450 motocross class to take home the trophy with two races still left on the schedule. Dungey claimed the 2010 AMA Supercross title in May, making him the youngest rookie racer ever to do so, and now has added the Pro Motocross championship to his list of accomplishments, making him the only rookie ever to clinch both titles. Dungey has been unstoppable on his Suzuki fuel-injected RM-Z450 and has taken home the win in the past nine races in a row and won 16 out of 20 motos

"What Ryan has done, no one has ever done before including McGrath, Stewart, Carmichael," Team Manager Roger DeCoster said. "No one has ever won both the Supercross and a National Championship back to back as a rookie. It's pretty impressive. Sometimes, because Ryan is such a subdued nice guy, you don’t really realize what a big thing that he has done. I expect more and more perfection, but you look back and see that he is doing things that no one has ever done before – it's pretty impressive."

Dungey went into Southwick focused on racing his best race, like always. He lined up at the gate determined to give his best performance on the sandy, technical track in Massachusetts, and at the start of moto 1, Dungey started near the front of the pack. He moved into second place and stayed there most of the race. During the last lap, Dungey was battling for the lead when the opportunity to move up presented itself. Dungey and his RM-Z450 took the lead with less than a lap to go and took the win.

With the championship in view, Dungey lined up for moto 2 focused on finishing strong again. Dungey moved into the lead early in the race and by the time the checkered flag flew, he was more than 24 seconds ahead of second place. Dungey clinched the title by ending the day 151 points ahead of second place with only two races left on the schedule.

"This feels great," Dungey said after the race. "It’s a lot of hard work and a lot of long weeks in the off season to prepare for this, but its all the better when you pull it off and win the championship. It's not all me, everyone on the Rockstar Makita Suzuki team put in 110 percent into everything they do and that’s all I could ever ask. We work well together and enjoy working together at the same time. It makes it fun."

"The Suzuki family is ecstatic to add this championship to our trophy case," Rod Lopusnak, Suzuki’s National Sales Manager for the Motorcycle Division, said. "Looking back at the last year, it is hard to find one word other than ‘Champion’ to express what Ryan, the RM-Z450, and Team Rockstar Makita Suzuki have accomplished in their rookie season!"

"Congratulations to Ryan Dungey for his awesome, record-breaking rookie season!" Yoshimura R&D of America Vice President Don Sakakura said. "Ryan's courage, superior skills, and diligent conditioning were instrumental in his dominating motocross season, accomplishments which Ryan will surely cherish for a lifetime. His Suzuki RM-Z450 performed flawlessly all season long, and we must offer sincere appreciation to the Suzuki engineering team abroad, as well Roger DeCoster and his team of race technicians."

"It's been a perfect season; probably a season we will remember for the rest of our lives," DeCoster said. "It's never happened before – a rookie has never won back to back championships. Ryan has done it."

Dungey has made history winning a total of four national titles in the past two years. Ryan won two titles in 2009, the AMA Supercross Western Regional Lites and the 250 Motocross championships, both on the RM-Z250, as well as being the hero of Team USA at the Motocross of Nations in Italy. Now with the 2010 Supercross and the Motocross title in his possession, Dungey was named the captain of Team USA and hopes to keep the Motocross of Nations championship in the U.S.

The next AMA Pro Motocross race takes place at Steel City in Delmont, PA, on September 4th. Dungey, despite having clinched the title, will be focused on battling for the lead there.

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Grant and Brayton Take Gold and Silver at XGames 16

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HUNTERSVILLE, N.C.  – In 1972 would-be promoter Mike Goodwin held the first supercross race in the Los Angeles Coliseum. He coined the event "supercross" as his vision was to make the growing sport of motocross more spectator and TV friendly by bringing the action into easily accessible football stadiums, so he named the event a hybrid of the Superbowl and motocross. A 16 year-old named Marty Tripes won the event and would go on to become a motocross legend. Last night X Games 16 brought supercross back to its roots in the Los Angeles Coliseum.

Josh Grant, who suffered a crash last year at X Games 15 breaking both his feet in his heat race was looking for redemption this year in Los Angeles. Both Josh Grant and Justin Brayton qualified easily for the main event. When the gate fell for the final, it was two-time Super X Gold Medalist Josh Hansen in the lead with Grant and Brayton giving chase. On lap two of 15 Brayton was passed by fellow Yamaha rider Ivan Tedesco, but stayed close to the third-place rider. Over the ensuing laps Grant, along with Tedesco and Brayton started to reel in Hansen. Grant closed in and made his move for the lead on lap 11 with Brayton re-passing Tedesco as well as getting by Hansen for second. When the checkered flag flew it was the Muscle Milk/Toyota/JGRMX Team riders claiming X Games Gold and Silver Medals.

The event was broadcast live on ESPN to a worldwide audience. Josh Grant will compete for his second Gold Medal at X Games 16 in the Best Whip competition tomorrow, July 30, with live coverage of the final beginning at approximately 9:30 p.m. (EST) on ESPN. Was this post helpful? Add yours to our service or subscribe to our feed above.

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Lakewood Co Race Report...American Suzuki

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Ryan Dungey won his fourth overall in a row on Saturday at the Thunder Valley National in Colorado, and has won six of the last eight motos.
-Dungey now leads the 450 class by 51 points and has led the most laps so far in the series.
-The Suzuki fuel-injected RM-Z450 handled the altitude and the track like a true champion.

Brea, Calif. – Four overall wins in a row out of five races has put Rockstar Makita Suzuki’s Ryan Dungey in command of the 450 class championship chase. Dungey went 2-1 at the Thunder Valley AMA Pro Motocross on Saturday, taking the overall and putting himself even further ahead of the competition on the race to the title. Dungey and his RM-Z450 were well tuned and fully prepared to race, and they have now won six of the last eight motos.

Dungey started the day by proving that his Suzuki fuel-injected RM-Z450 was well equipped for the thin air. Dungey got a great jump off the gate and was immediately in second place and staring down the leader. Ryan followed until the chance to take over the lead presented itself, and he didn’t hesitate to take over the top spot. With pressure from another racer right behind him, Dungey focused on running his own race. By the time the checkered flag fell, Dungey was again in second place.

In the second moto, Dungey followed the formula that’s been working for him this year: get a good start and let no one stand in the way of the finish line. Dungey’s RM-Z450 rocketed him out of the starting gate. He found himself in second place again at the start of the battle, but by the third lap Dungey had made his move to take over the lead. To win the overall Dungey would have been fine to stay in second, but the 2010 Supercross Champ likes to win. Ryan pulled away from the pack and put more than 13 seconds between him and the other racers by the time the moto was finished.

"Today it took an entire team effort to get the win," Dungey said after the race. "I got a good start in Moto 1 but I didn’t have that extra step and ended up second. We went back to work and made a couple key adjustments to the bike, which ended up making all the difference. Goose, Roger, Ian, and Adam and Scott at Showa have been working really hard this year and it’s showing in the results."

Throughout the day, Dungey’s outstanding fitness and the unrivaled reliability of his RM-Z450 remained strong. With his great moto finishes, Dungey took the overall in Colorado, which makes it four straight for the 20-year-old rookie. "We have won four in a row but now is not the time to let up and get complacent," Dungey said. "Red Bud is a track where we haven’t been able to put it together in the past, so we’re going back to work this week to get ready."

Dungey’s teammate Matt Moss was hoping to have his breakthrough race in the tough conditions of Colorado. With the altitude and heat, Moss was able to wrangle 28-19 moto finishes to put himself in 22nd overall. He also was awarded the Recovery Award, which gives him $500 and recognition for his fight to come back after an injury sidelined his entire Supercross season.

The Rockstar Makita Suzuki team is already hard at work preparing for Round 6 of the AMA Pro Motocross series on July 3 at the spectacular Red Bud track in Buchanan, Michigan. Dungey will be looking to keep his winning streak alive and put himself in further control of the 450-class championship.

Thunder Valley 450 Class Top 10
1. Ryan Dungey
2. Ben Townley
3. Brett Metcalfe
4. Josh Grant
5. Andrew Short
6. Kyle Regal
7. Kyle Chisholm
8. Mike Alessi
9. Chad Reed
10. Justin Brayton

450 Class Top 10 Overall?
1. Ryan Dungey 218
2. Brett Metcalfe 167
3. Chad Reed 160
4. Mike Alessi 154
5. Andrew Short 153
6. Josh Grant 152
7. Ben Townley 151
8. Kyle Chisholm 108
9. Tommy Hahn 101
10. Kyle Regal 94
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DUNGEY DOMINATES FREESTONE AMA MOTOCROSS

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Team Suzuki Press Office - June 7.


World Supercross Champion Ryan Dungey dominated both motos at the weekend's second round of the AMA Motocross Championship at Freestone Raceway in Wortham, Texas in scorching conditions - and moved to second place in the series.

The Rockstar Makita Suzuki rider took victory in both races as team mate Matt Moss - his wrist still sore from being landed on in the opening round at Hangtown - had a tough day, managing a 34-20 finish for 24th overall.

Anxious to improve on his Hangtown results, Dungey secured a good first moto start near the front. He then quickly made his way to the front, taking the lead on lap seven. As the heat and humidity intensified, however, Dungey and the Rockstar Makita Suzuki RM-Z450 held strong at the front, crossing the finish line well ahead of second place and taking his first moto win in the 450 class.

"We put in our work the last couple of weeks; actually, it goes all the way back to after the Vegas Supercross, really," Dungey said after the race. "I admit we didn't have a good race at Hangtown, but we kept after it as a team and pulled through in some pretty tough conditions in Texas. We know each other very well after four-plus years together and you could say we drew on our experience to win this overall. This was a team win."

The second moto saw considerably more treacherous conditions: The Freestone track had become much rougher and the 100-degree heat had yet to back off. For Dungey, however, it was just another race to win. Dungey started near the front and once again moved into the lead early on and never looked back. Dungey made it look easy aboard his Rockstar Makita Suzuki RM-Z450, stretching out another sizable lead on his way to his first 1-1 overall finish. For Moss, the second moto was an improvement, as he was able to finish 20th on the tough track with an injured wrist. His efforts were good enough for 24th overall.

"I had bad luck in the first race with a crash, but in the second moto I got a great start and my bike was working great," Moss said. "I just struggled with the heat and my wrist, but I do feel like I'm getting better. Next weekend will be good. I have seen the track and it's the sort of track that I like, so I can't wait to get there and get a good result."

Added Dungey: "My bike was a big advantage today. The power delivery is very controllable and on a rough track like this and it made it easier to be smooth and find good lines. My team really worked hard to get the setup right, and I can't say enough about them and the bike."

With the win, Dungey moves up to second place in the Championship. The next stop of the series is June 12th at Mt. Morris, Pennsylvania, for the Rockstar Energy High Point National.


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Rider Down and MotoX Dream Team up for 2010 National Series

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EVERGREEN, CO (May 21, 2010) –  Welcome race fans and returning Fantasy Team Managers.  As we roll up another successful Supercross season, we are preparing to kick-off the 2010 Motocross National Fantasy Series. This 12 race Fantasy Series will run the entire Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship schedule.

Become a Fantasy Team Manager and direct your own team of real riders. Hire and fire who you want, when you want, and show the competition you have what it takes to dominate.  Play against your friends for bragging rights, or play against the entire MotoXDream community of Fantasy Team Managers for a chance to win some of the weekly prizes, or the grand prize; a new Honda 450.  Learn more about how to play here: http://www.motoxdream.com/About.asp.  On top of the grand prize, we will be giving away $10,000 worth of weekly prizes to the top 3 finishers of each round. These weekly prizes are from top industry sponsors: No Fear MX, Easton EXP Handlebar and Bar Mounts, Fox Racing, EVS Sports, Tag Metals, Cycra Racing, Works Connection, SixSixOne, Acerbis, Troy Lee Designs and more to come.

Although the prizes and the opportunity to win a new bike would be reason enough to play, MotoSport.com will also donate a portion of the sign-up fees to the RiderDown Foundation.  Wait there’s more!  Check out the RiderDown.org website at www.RiderDown.org and pick up a FREE Promo code that will allow you to enter the RdierDown Friends division at no cost or, use it as a discount to enter the Prize divisions.  Here’s your chance to have a blast as Team Manager and also support those injured riders who need a helping hand!

Get signed up today and experience the MotoXDream, www.motoxdream.com

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2010 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship Kicks Off This Weekend

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MORGANTOWN, W.V. (May 19, 2010) - The long-awaited 2010 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship is quickly descending on the dirt-bike racing world. Just two weeks following the conclusion of an exciting season of AMA Supercross competition, the world's best riders return to the track for their annual summer-long test of endurance and physical challenges. This Saturday, May 22, the Rockstar Energy Hangtown Classic makes its return as the season-opening round of the 12-race championship.

450 Class

Monster Energy Kawasaki?Defending premier 450 Class champion Chad Reed enters the 2010 season with a new team, Monster Energy Kawasaki, the new role of father, and a fresh outlook on the rest of the year after sitting out the majority of the supercross season due to injury. One year ago, the Aussie was undoubtedly the busiest rider in the entire industry, competing throughout the majority of the entire 2009 calendar year. While his injury during supercross was a disappointment for Reed, his team and the fans, it served as a blessing in disguise and now the most successful international competitor in the sport's history will attack the outdoors unlike ever before in a quest to defend his crown. Veteran Nick Wey will join Reed this season under the Kawasaki tent, taking the vacant spot left by Ryan Villopoto. For Wey, this opportunity is the chance of a lifetime and he's excited about the upcoming season.

"My supercross season didn't go as planned," said Reed. "But now I'm healthy and focused on defending this title. We had some good tests this past month and I'm ready to get back on the top step of the podium."

"Being a part of the Monster Energy Kawasaki team is great," said Wey. "Ryan is a good friend of mine and this isn't how I wanted to get this ride, but I'm going to go out there and ride as best as I can. I think we have the speed to be competitive this year."

Rockstar/Makita Suzuki?Over at Reed's former team, Rockstar/Makita Suzuki, the smiles continue from where they left off in 2009. After sweeping both the 450 and 250 class championships one year ago, the Roger DeCoster-led team kept up the momentum by capturing the 2010 AMA Supercross title with its newest rider Ryan Dungey. The Minnesota native's move into the premier division of the sport has been smoother than many anticipated and he appears to be naturally suited for the more powerful 450cc machine. In his first ever competition aboard the big bike outdoors, Dungey led Team USA to a Motocross of Nations victory this past October, grabbing the MX1 individual overall title in the process. He hopes that success translates over to this summer and after claiming the 250 Class title last season, in addition to being just the second rookie in history to grab the premier supercross championship, there is little reason to think he doesn't have a chance to become the first rookie in history to sweep the year's championships.

"I've been doing a lot of testing for outdoors, and I feel good," said Dungey. "The team has been working really hard to get the bike dialed in, and I'm excited to get out there and race. It's a whole new series and injured riders are returning, and I'm really looking forward to racing everyone."

Also making his long-awaited debut for the Rockstar/Makita Suzuki team is Australian rookie Matt Moss. An impressive Australasian Supercross Lites championship resulted in a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the young rider in America, but injuries have left him on the outside looking in so far. He will line up on the gate this Saturday for his U.S. debut and could be one of the many surprises this summer.

Honda Red Bull Racing?Honda Red Bull Racing will attack the 450 Class championship with a two-rider lineup. Perennial front-runner Andrew Short is still in search of that elusive first career victory, but after an injury allowed the busiest rider in the sport a chance at some time away from competition during supercross, he enters the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship fresh and rejuvenated and hungrier than ever to not only capture that inaugural win, but make a run towards the championship as well.

"I really want to take my outdoor racing to the next level and win in 2010," said Short. "I'm known for always being right there in the mix, vying for the top spot, but I'm determined to step it up and see Honda Red Bull Racing on the top step of the podium more often this year."

An up and down supercross season left Davi Millsaps yearning for more. Despite capturing a victory this winter, Millsaps couldn't find the consistency he was hoping for, but still was able to finish on the championship podium in third by season's end. While motocross and Millsaps haven't had the best relationship in past years, the Georgia native looks at the 2010 season as his opportunity to break through and become the regular challenger many hope he can be.

"I'm feeling really good heading into the outdoor series this weekend at Hangtown," said Millsaps. "There's not much of a break between the supercross series and start of the motocross championship, but I'm confident I can do well this season. Last year I struggled with injuries but still managed to grab a win on my Honda Red Bull Racing CRF450R."

Jagermeister KTM?Mike Alessi's anticipated return to Jagermeister KTM this season will be one of the most followed storylines in 2010. The two-time winner from 2009 will debut the innovative 350cc machine at Hangtown this Saturday and many are curious as to how the bike will stand up against the larger 450cc bikes. After emerging as one of the fastest riders in the series over the last two seasons, there is no doubt Alessi has the talent to make the bike succeed. However, after season-ending injuries have put him on the sidelines early over the last couple years, he is determined to stay healthy and claim a championship he feels could be his to lose.

"We have the bike pretty much dialed in and are very excited about racing it for the first time in the U.S.," said Alessi. "The 350 SX-F has been working really well for me in practice and I can't wait to show everyone how it performs at the track."

Muscle Milk/Toyota/JGR?Muscle Milk/Toyota/Joe Gibbs Racing enter the outdoor nationals with two of the youngest and most talented riders in the field. Josh Grant was able to break through with his first career victory last season, but suffered a year-ending injury as the championship headed to the home stretch. After sitting out the entire supercross series, he is back and better than ever and looks to add to the championship mix. For teammate Justin Brayton, 2009 ended on a high note when he claimed his first career moto win. His transition to JGR has been smooth and he has more confidence than ever coming into the nationals.

250 Class

Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki?The 250 Class will welcome a new champion for the 2010 season as reigning champion Dungey has moved on into the premier class. Headlining the list of championship favorites are a pair of Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki riders in Christophe Pourcel and Jake Weimer. Pourcel was the antagonist to Dungey's championship run last season and turned a lot of heads in his first full season on American soil. Add to the fact that the Frenchman is fresh off a AMA Supercross Lites Eastern Regional title and you have a target for all riders to go for this summer. For Weimer, 2009 was a breakout year in which he captured his first three motocross victories. He carried over the increased confidence to supercross where he was almost flawless en route to a Western Regional title and Las Vegas Shootout win.

"Last year I won some races and this year my goal is the title," said Weimer. "There are a lot of good riders out there and even the competition under our tent is going to be tough. I'm just going to go out and relax and try and get as many points as I can each moto."

In addition to Pourcel and Weimer, Tyla Rattray looks to continue his adjustment to American motocross. The former MX2 World Champion showed he has what it takes to run at the front last season, but he took time to adjust to the different tracks and different format of the nationals. With the experience in tow, he feels ready to take his riding to the next level. After a stellar close to his amateur career in 2009, reigning Horizon Award winner Dean Wilson makes his professional debut outdoors. The Scottish-born Canadian was fun to watch during supercross and gained considerable experience at the front of the pack. Now he transitions to an environment he is much more comfortable with and could turn some heads.

Rockstar/Makita Suzuki?After winning the title last season, Rockstar/Makita Suzuki returns with a new face to continue the tradition. After spending some time at the rival Pro Circuit stable, Austin Stroupe has done his best to take advantage of a golden opportunity at Suzuki. The program is a proven winner and Stroupe has shown stellar speed on the bike. After sitting out the final rounds of supercross with injury, he is 100% and ready to reclaim the magic that brought him his first career motocross victory in 2008 and keep the number one plate at Suzuki.

"Hopefully we can start off in motocross where we left off in supercross," said Team Manager Roger DeCoster. "If Ryan can be consistent as he was in supercross and can get good starts and be aggressive enough on the track, we'll have a good outdoors season. It will be good to get out there and see how Ryan does, and also Matt since we haven't gotten to watch him in a race in the U.S. yet. And hopefully Stroupe will come back as strong as he was in the supercross series, because he was very consistent and getting good finishes."

GEICO Powersports Honda?Like last year, the GEICO Powersports Honda team is loaded with young talent. While veteran Brett Metcalfe moves on to the 450 Class, a fast foursome of riders are prepared to attack the track this summer. Trey Canard leads the way as the most experienced rider on the team. He was a regular at the front of the field last season before bowing out with an injury and many feel it is only a matter of time before he breaks through. Justin Barcia was the surprise of the outdoor nationals in 2009, grabbing an impressive victory and Rookie of the Year honors along the way. So far he has lived up to expectation and is primed to take the next step to championship contender. Blake Wharton continues to develop at the pro level. The Texas native is undeniably quick, but he has had trouble finding the consistency needed to be there each and every week. With a full year under his belt, he should be ready to move forward. The newest member of the squad is amateur sensation Eli Tomac. The GEICO Powersports team has groomed Tomac to be its next big star and now the time has come for him to prove what he's capable of. In a story that plays out strikingly similar to Barcia's, it will be intriguing to see how he performs.

"Motocross racing is a very different beast compared to supercross racing," said Canard. "Motocross is all about endurance and stamina. It's a long season of back-to-back racing so you need to be consistent and stay healthy if you want to be up there in points going for the title. The GEICO Powersports Honda team does an awesome job preparing my race bike and I'm confident we'll have a great motocross season."

"I love racing outdoors so I'm ready to get this season started," said Barcia. "For the first time since turning pro last year, I will know the tracks I'm racing on. It's been a year of going to new places each and very week so being familiar with the tracks is definitely a big help. I finished on the podium nine times last year and won at Southwick, which was great for my rookie season. My goal for this season is to keep winning."

"I spent the last week in California testing with the team and I'm feeling on top of the world going into Hangtown this weekend," said Wharton. "My goal this season is to be in the top three every weekend, ultimately winning races. I want to improve on my eighth overall in the championship last year. With Tomac joining Barcia, Canard and I on the GEICO Powersports Honda team in the 250 class, it's like we're back racing in the amateur days only the competition is a lot tougher!"

"I'm really excited to make my professional debut with the GEICO Powersports Honda team at Hangtown this weekend," said Tomac. "I've worked really hard and tested with the team a lot in the lead-up to the first race. I've had a lot of success riding the CRF250R in the amateur ranks, so it definitely helps my confidence to ride the bike I know I can win on. I've grown up around and at times raced against some of my teammates in the amateur ranks -Justin Barcia, Blake Wharton and Trey Canard-so it's good to be on a team with familiar faces."

FMF/KTM?Team FMF/KTM rider Tommy Searle also performed well during his first season on American soil. The British rider was a podium finisher on a few occasions and appeared to get more comfortable as the season moved forward. Like his international counterparts, the familiarity he has with the tracks will play into his favor this season and will surely lead to a regular appearance at the front of the field.

"I have been working really hard after my injury at the beginning of the supercross series," said Searle. "My goal is to finish on the podium at each race and I feel I am ready to do so at Hangtown."

DNA Shred Stix/Star Yamaha?The DNA Shred Sitx/Star Yamaha team brings four riders into the mix for 2010 - Nico Izzi, Martin Davalos, Broc Tickle and Max Anstie. For Izzi, Davalos and Tickle, their experience will be key to running up front on a consistent basis. Each rider has taken their spots in the lead pack on several occasions and will look to use that to their advantage throughout the season. Tickle's first career professional victory in supercross is a surefire confidence booster and he will look to carry the momentum into the nationals. For Anstie, his rookie season was a mixed bag. He showed signs of speed, but didn't possess the all important consistency. As one of the youngest riders in the field, his results are impressive and he hopes to turn some heads throughout the 12 rounds.

Series Statistical Report

Rockstar Energy Hangtown Classic?Prairie City SVRA - Sacramento, Calif., May 22

•                 Hangtown enters its 42^nd year as an American motocross national.

•                 This season marks the event's return as the season-opening round since 2007.

450 Class Stats

•                 The first Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship race was held at Hangtown on April 8, 1974 with Bill Grossi winning on a Honda.

•                 This will be the 37^th time the gate will drop for the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship at Hangtown.

Hangtown wins by brand:

Honda: 15?Kawasaki: 7?Suzuki: 6?Yamaha: 6?Can-Am: 1?Husqvarna: 1 ??Last win at Hangtown by brand:

Suzuki: 2009?Kawasaki: 2008?Honda: 2004?Yamaha: 2000

•                 First time winners at Hangtown: Mike Alessi - 2009 (Suzuki); James Stewart Jr. - 2006 (Kawasaki); David Vuillemin - 2000 (Yamaha); Kevin Windham - 1999 (Honda); Rick Johnson - 1992 (Yamaha); John Dowd - 1991 (Honda); Jeff Stanton - 1989 (Honda); Alan King - 1984 (Honda); Kent Howerton - 1980 (Suzuki); Marty Smith - 1977 (Honda); Bill Grossi - 1974 (Honda).

•                 Ricky Carmichael is the winningest rider at Hangtown with five victories.

•                 James Stewart earned his first 450 Class victory in 2006.

•                 Yamaha has not won at Hangtown since 2000 when David Vuillemin earned his inaugural 450 Class victory.

•                 Ricky Carmichael provided the last Hangtown win for Honda in 2004.

•                 Until last season, from 2002 to 2008, only two riders won at Hangtown; Ricky Carmichael and James Stewart. Carmichael captured four straight victories from 2002-2005.

•                 Mike Alessi's first career victory in both the 250 and 450 class came at Hangtown.

2009 Stats??450 Class Point Standings

1.       Chad Reed, Australia, Suzuki, 481

2.       Andrew Short, Smithville, Texas, Honda, 388

3.       Ivan Tedesco, Tallahassee, Fla., Honda, 376

4.       Michael Byrne, Australia, Suzuki, 348

5.       Thomas Hahn, Decatur, Texas, Kawasaki, 302

6.       Josh Grant, Riverside, Calif., Yamaha, 280

7.       Justin Brayton, Murrieta, Calif., KTM, 249

8.       Nick Wey, Dewitt, Mich., Yamaha, 200

9.       Cody Cooper, New Zealand, Yamaha, 191

10.   Jimmy Albertson, Ozark, Mo., Yamaha, 185

Overall Wins?Chad Reed - 5?Mike Alessi - 2?Matt Goerke - 1?Josh Grant - 1?Tommy Hahn - 1?Ivan Tedesco - 1?Ryan Villopoto - 1

Moto Wins?Chad Reed - 10?Mike Alessi - 4?Josh Grant - 2?Ivan Tedesco - 2?Ryan Villopoto - 2?Justin Brayton - 1?Matt Goerke - 1?Tommy Hahn - 1?Davi Millsaps - 1

Wins by Brand?Suzuki - 7?Kawasaki - 2?Yamaha - 2?Honda - 1

Laps Led (total)?Chad Reed - 117?Josh Grant - 62?Ivan Tedesco - 62?Mike Alessi - 52?Davi Millsaps - 18?Andrew Short - 18?Justin Brayton - 14?Tommy Hahn - 9?Ryan Villopoto - 8?Matt Goerke - 7?Jeff Alessi - 4?Total: 371

Holeshot Winners (total)?Chad Reed - 5?Ivan Tedesco - 5?Mike Alessi - 4?Justin Brayton - 3?Jeff Alessi - 2?Josh Grant - 2?Andrew Short - 2?Davi Millsaps - 1

 

250 Class Stats

•                 The first Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship 250 Class race was held April 8, 1974, with Marty Smith winning on a Honda.

•                 This will be the 37^th time the gate will drop for a Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship 250 Class race at Hangtown.

Hangtown wins by brand:

Suzuki: 11?Kawasaki: 10?Honda: 7?Yamaha: 5?KTM: 3 ??Last win by brand at Hangtown:

Kawasaki: 2009?KTM: 2006?Honda: 2000?Suzuki: 1994?Yamaha: 1991

•                 First time winners at Glen Helen: Christophe Pourcel - 2009 (Kawasaki); Mike Alessi - 2006 (KTM); Damon Huffman - 1994 (Suzuki); Jeremy McGrath - 1993 (Honda); Steve Lamson - 1992 (Honda); Doug Henry - 1991 (Yamaha); Brian Myerscough - 1979 (Suzuki); Bob Hannah - 1976 (Yamaha); and Marty Smith - 1974 (Honda).

•                 Steve Lamson and Mark Barnett are the winningest 250 Class riders at Hangtown with four wins apiece. Barnett won his four races consecutively.

•                 Kawasaki and KTM have combined to win the last nine races at Hangtown. Kawasaki has six wins while KTM has three.

•                 Jeremy McGrath earned his first professional motocross victory at Hangtown in 1993.

•                 Yamaha and Suzuki have gone winless at Hangtown for a combined 31 years. Damon Huffman gave Suzuki its last Hangtown win in 1994. Doug Henry won for Yamaha in 1991.

2009 Stats??250 Class Point Standings

1.       Ryan Dungey, Belle Plaine, Minn., Suzuki, 503

2.       Christophe Pourcel, France, Kawasaki, 492

3.       Brett Metcalfe, Australia, Honda, 378

4.       Jake Weimer, Rupert, Idaho, Kawasaki, 353

5.       Justin Barcia, Cairo, Ga., Honda, 340

6.       Tommy Searle, Great Britain, KTM, 332

7.       Broc Tickle, Holly, Mich., Yamaha, 285

8.       Blake Wharton, Pilot Point, Texas, Honda, 273

9.       Tyla Rattray, South Africa, Kawasaki, 236

10.   Matt Lemoine, Collinsville, Texas, Yamaha, 189

Overall Wins?Ryan Dungey - 4?Christophe Pourcel - 4?Jake Weimer - 3?Justin Barcia - 1

Moto Wins?Christophe Pourcel - 13?Ryan Dungey - 7?Jake Weimer - 2?Justin Barcia - 1?Tyla Rattray - 1

Wins by Brand?Kawasaki - 7?Suzuki - 4?Honda - 1

Laps Led (total)?Christophe Pourcel - 148?Ryan Dungey - 87?Justin Barcia - 52?Trey Canard - 21?Jake Weimer - 18?Tyla Rattray - 16?Brett Metcalfe - 8?Martin Davalos - 6?Blake Wharton - 6?Total: 362

Holeshot Winners (total)?Justin Barcia - 5?Ryan Dungey - 4?Trey Canard - 3?Martin Davalos - 3?Christophe Pourcel - 3?Ryan Sipes - 2?Jake Weimer - 2?Tyla Rattray - 1?Vince Freise - 1

For tickets and fan and racing information on the 2010 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship, log on to www.allisports.com.

For more information about the 2010 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship, please contact media coordinator Brandon Short via email at brandon@mxsports.com or by telephone at (949) 365-5750.

About the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship?The Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship is the world's most prestigious motocross series. The Series is managed and produced by MX Sports Pro Racing, whose mission is to raise awareness of motocross racing through the promotion of professional championship racing events nationwide.

The series is also produced in conjunction with Alli, the Alliance of Action Sports, a global business that encompasses national and international action sports events, multimedia production and a consumer-based lifestyle brand.

Alli is owned by NBC Sports and MTV Networks and represents a vast network of athletes, fans, brands and properties.

The Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross series is sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, the premier professional motorcycle racing organization in North America. AMA Pro Racing operates a full schedule of events and championships across every spectrum of motorcycle competition.

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Rockwell Time Jake Weimer Championship Watch

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Rockwell Time Jake Weimer Championship Watch

SALT LAKE CITY, UT (May 14, 2010) Winning the East-West Shootout in Vegas was icing on the cake for Rockwell Time Team rider Jake Weimer. Jake had an outstanding Supercross season to say the least and with a total of 4 race wins, he ended his Supercross Lites career with the 2010 West Coast Lites Championship. We expect him to be a serious threat next season as he battles Dungey, Stewart, and Millsaps in the 450 class. Rockwell Time enjoys having Jake part of our team and to congratulate him on his incredible season, we presented Jake with a custom engraved 50 Squared. All of us here at Rockwell believe that the timepiece should compliment his #1 plate quite well. Way to go Jake and best of luck during the upcoming nationals!

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Renegade Race Fuels Available for Pickup at Nationals

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Renegade Fuels and Eleven 10 Mods with Honda of Troy/Kilbarger Racing are proud to announce that you can pre-order or pick up your Renegade SX4 or the SX4+ at each round of the AMA outdoor Nationals. Renegade Fuels have powered many riders to some podium finishes in the 2010 Sx season. Riders like Kevin Wndham and the entire Geico/Factory Connection squad, Broc Tickle and the Star Yamaha team, All the riders with Honda of Troy program, and Suzuki City have all counted on the performance of Renegade SX4 and SX4+. Chad Sanner of Eleven 10 Mods will be answering any fuel related questions that you might have and can provide you the correct fuel to provide the performance that the top teams count on. Please stop by the Honda of Troy semi and talk to Chad about the fuels. Fuels supply will be somewhat limited for each round, so call now to pre-order your Renegade SX4 or SX4+ and make sure your fuel needs are taken care of. You can contact Mark Ticen, Territory Manager for Renegade Fuels, at 270-467-4215 or mticen@valorllc.com . You can also call Eleven 10 Mods direct to pre-order your fuel by calling 724.562.8877. Call now and don’t settle for second best! You spend way too much time training and a ton of money getting to the race, why would you not use the best performing fuel?
SX4: Designed for today’s advanced high revving 4 stroke engines. With the use of today’s most advanced fast burning components and high quality oxygenates used in SX4 the performance speaks a 1000 words! Not just a fuel made to market the term “oxygenated fuel” like others. Our extensive testing allowed us to create a fuel that not only makes huge power on the dyno but also delivers performance on the track! Throttle response, engine acceleration and a exclusive additive package to Renegade Racing Fuels that protects your engine from gummed up carb parts or swelling of rubber parts! SX4 works great in today’s modern sport bikes and has shown 6% increases over others fuels on the market and is Ama legal for Pro SX and MX racing. If you have been using Pro 4.1 and happy with the results, save yourself some money and look into the SX4.
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