From SuperMoto Canada
PICKERING, ON -- SuperMoto Canada is pleased to announce that TSN will air Round 3 of the Canadian National Supermoto Championship on Christmas Day at 11:30 a.m. Repeat airings are slated for Tuesday, Dec. 28 at 4:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 30 at 12:30 a.m. and Sunday, Jan. 2 at 3:30 a.m.
“We’re very pleased with the response we’ve received to the TSN broadcast of the first two rounds of the series and we’re really excited to have Round 3 debut on Christmas Day,” said SuperMoto Canada’s Ted Baker. “We like to think of it as a little extra present for our riders, fans and supporters.”
Round 3, The Harley-Davidson Docks Cup, was staged at the spectacular harbourfront Docks facility in Toronto this past July. It is already being hailed as the crown jewel of the Supermoto National Tour.
An even bigger event is already in the works for next season.
Friday, December 17, 2004
Team Orca Bay announced
By John Hopkins
PORT COQUITLAM, BC -- WMRC Amateur road racers Trevor Shires and Kimberley St. Pierre have announced a partnership with Orca Bay Suzuki for the 2005 season.
The pair will run 2005 Suzuki GSX-R600 equipment in all rounds of the WMRC series at Mission Raceway.
St. Pierre will receive additional sponsorship from Industrial Brand Creative, 604 Photography and Borderline Custom Cycle.
Shires is an instructor with the Next Level Superbike School.
PORT COQUITLAM, BC -- WMRC Amateur road racers Trevor Shires and Kimberley St. Pierre have announced a partnership with Orca Bay Suzuki for the 2005 season.
The pair will run 2005 Suzuki GSX-R600 equipment in all rounds of the WMRC series at Mission Raceway.
St. Pierre will receive additional sponsorship from Industrial Brand Creative, 604 Photography and Borderline Custom Cycle.
Shires is an instructor with the Next Level Superbike School.
Monday, December 13, 2004
New Kawi finance program
From Canadian Kawasaki Motors
TORONTO, ON -- GE Consumer Finance, a leading provider of financial services to consumers and retailers in 41 countries around the world, and Canadian Kawasaki Motors have announced they are launching a new consumer finance program.
The exclusive three-year agreement will allow Kawasaki dealers in Canada to offer special credit promotions and long-term financing to consumers through a new program called Kawasaki Motors Retail Finance. Customers looking for increased purchasing power will have the opportunity to apply for closed-end financing on new Kawasaki models.
“We’re extremely excited to partner with Canadian Kawasaki Motors, a global leader in powersports with a world-class brand and a loyal customer following,” said Stephen Motta, president and chief executive officer of GE Consumer Finance-Canada. “This new program will help more first-time and long-time powersports enthusiasts enjoy the Kawasaki experience.”
The new program will enable approximately 200 dealers from Newfoundland to British Columbia to offer special financing terms to consumers, including $99-a-month financing on selected products. Consumers also will be able to choose from among a number of no-payment and low-interest rate programs.
“Through our partnership with GE, we can offer our Kawasaki dealers industry-leading finance programs which will allow more customers to enjoy the power, performance and exhilaration of Kawasaki," said Shigeyo Ikemoto, President of Canadian Kawasaki Motors Inc.
TORONTO, ON -- GE Consumer Finance, a leading provider of financial services to consumers and retailers in 41 countries around the world, and Canadian Kawasaki Motors have announced they are launching a new consumer finance program.
The exclusive three-year agreement will allow Kawasaki dealers in Canada to offer special credit promotions and long-term financing to consumers through a new program called Kawasaki Motors Retail Finance. Customers looking for increased purchasing power will have the opportunity to apply for closed-end financing on new Kawasaki models.
“We’re extremely excited to partner with Canadian Kawasaki Motors, a global leader in powersports with a world-class brand and a loyal customer following,” said Stephen Motta, president and chief executive officer of GE Consumer Finance-Canada. “This new program will help more first-time and long-time powersports enthusiasts enjoy the Kawasaki experience.”
The new program will enable approximately 200 dealers from Newfoundland to British Columbia to offer special financing terms to consumers, including $99-a-month financing on selected products. Consumers also will be able to choose from among a number of no-payment and low-interest rate programs.
“Through our partnership with GE, we can offer our Kawasaki dealers industry-leading finance programs which will allow more customers to enjoy the power, performance and exhilaration of Kawasaki," said Shigeyo Ikemoto, President of Canadian Kawasaki Motors Inc.
Carmichael sweeps Canada
From Clear Channel Entertainment
With files from Richmond Racing
VANCOUVER, BC -- Ricky Carmichael of Havana, FL took home his second THQ World Supercross GP win at B.C. Place Stadium on his Suzuki Saturday. Nathan Ramsey, who won last week’s 125cc main event, earned another win.
Honda’s Kyle Lewis grabbed the holeshot with Carmichael in third place on the opening lap. At the start of lap 2, Carmichael moved into the lead and rode to his second consecutive victory. Honda rider Nick Wey made his first podium of the season with a second place finish. Damon Huffman rode his Honda to third place, his first podium of the season.
“We’ve got one goal and that’s to be supercross champion, and we have a long road ahead of us,” said Carmichael. “I haven’t felt this good in a long time. Canada has been really great, and hopefully we can come back.”
Ramsey charged his KTM motorcycle into the lead on lap 3 after a mid-pack start.
Arenacross champion Darcy Lange was not able to finish the race despite a good effort and winning his heat race. Lange dropped to last in the feature field after stalling his bike early on, but had charged back to seventh before a crash in the whoops ended his night.
Kawasaki’s Jeff Northrop won the holeshot.
“I’ve never felt this good going into the series,” said Ramsey. “These last two races helped me out a lot.”
250 cc Results
1. Ricky Carmichael, Suzuki; 2. Nick Wey, Honda; 3. Damon Huffman, Honda; 4. Mike LaRocco, Honda; 5. Heath Voss, Yamaha; 6. Jason Thomas, Honda; 7. Tyler Evans, Suzuki; 8. Kyle Lewis, Honda; 9. Josh Hansen, KTM; 10. Erick Vallejo, Yamaha
250cc Standings
1. Ricky Carmichael, Suzuki, 50; 2. Nick Wey, Honda, 40; 3. Mike LaRocco, Honda, 40; 4. Damon Huffman, Honda, 32; 5. Heath Voss, Yamaha, 32; 6. Tyler Evans, Suzuki, 29; 7. Jason Thomas, Honda, 28; 8. Tim Ferry, Yamaha, 24; 9. Erick Vallejo, Yamaha, 21; 10. Kyle Lewis, Honda, 20
125cc Results
1. Nathan Ramsey, KTM; 2. Jeff Northrop, Kawasaki; 3. Brad Hagseth, Honda; 4. Evan Laughridge, Kawasaki; 5. Ryan Lockhart, Yamaha; 6. Kyle Beaton, Yamaha; 7. G. Crater, Honda; 8. R. Sullivan, Honda; 9. D. Ewing, Honda; 10. Pierce Chamberlain, Yamaha
With files from Richmond Racing
VANCOUVER, BC -- Ricky Carmichael of Havana, FL took home his second THQ World Supercross GP win at B.C. Place Stadium on his Suzuki Saturday. Nathan Ramsey, who won last week’s 125cc main event, earned another win.
Honda’s Kyle Lewis grabbed the holeshot with Carmichael in third place on the opening lap. At the start of lap 2, Carmichael moved into the lead and rode to his second consecutive victory. Honda rider Nick Wey made his first podium of the season with a second place finish. Damon Huffman rode his Honda to third place, his first podium of the season.
“We’ve got one goal and that’s to be supercross champion, and we have a long road ahead of us,” said Carmichael. “I haven’t felt this good in a long time. Canada has been really great, and hopefully we can come back.”
Ramsey charged his KTM motorcycle into the lead on lap 3 after a mid-pack start.
Arenacross champion Darcy Lange was not able to finish the race despite a good effort and winning his heat race. Lange dropped to last in the feature field after stalling his bike early on, but had charged back to seventh before a crash in the whoops ended his night.
Kawasaki’s Jeff Northrop won the holeshot.
“I’ve never felt this good going into the series,” said Ramsey. “These last two races helped me out a lot.”
250 cc Results
1. Ricky Carmichael, Suzuki; 2. Nick Wey, Honda; 3. Damon Huffman, Honda; 4. Mike LaRocco, Honda; 5. Heath Voss, Yamaha; 6. Jason Thomas, Honda; 7. Tyler Evans, Suzuki; 8. Kyle Lewis, Honda; 9. Josh Hansen, KTM; 10. Erick Vallejo, Yamaha
250cc Standings
1. Ricky Carmichael, Suzuki, 50; 2. Nick Wey, Honda, 40; 3. Mike LaRocco, Honda, 40; 4. Damon Huffman, Honda, 32; 5. Heath Voss, Yamaha, 32; 6. Tyler Evans, Suzuki, 29; 7. Jason Thomas, Honda, 28; 8. Tim Ferry, Yamaha, 24; 9. Erick Vallejo, Yamaha, 21; 10. Kyle Lewis, Honda, 20
125cc Results
1. Nathan Ramsey, KTM; 2. Jeff Northrop, Kawasaki; 3. Brad Hagseth, Honda; 4. Evan Laughridge, Kawasaki; 5. Ryan Lockhart, Yamaha; 6. Kyle Beaton, Yamaha; 7. G. Crater, Honda; 8. R. Sullivan, Honda; 9. D. Ewing, Honda; 10. Pierce Chamberlain, Yamaha
Friday, December 10, 2004
Borthwick steps down
From the Westwood Motorcycle Racing Club
VANCOUVER, BC -- In light of the Next Level Superbike school being accepted as an official Westwood Motorcycle Racing Club accredited course, Scotty Borthwick has announced that he will be stepping down as promotions director for the WMRC in 2005. He is making the move in an effort to avoid conflict of interest concerns.
Kim St. Pierre has been appointed promotions director.
Borthwick is the founding member of the Next Level Superbike School. He is assisted in this endeavour by Dat Louie, owner of Action Riding School. The WMRC will recognize licenses of Next Level Superbike School graduates as Novices, and they may compete at Mission Raceway.
The classroom and bike prep sessions will be held at Action's school in Surrey. The mock race track sessions will be held at Boundary Bay. The road race track sessions will be held at Mission Raceway. The dates of schools will be announced by Next Level Superbike School at a later date.
The full 2005 WMRC executive is as follows: President -- Al Beck; Past President -- Rick Johnson; Vice President -- Stephan Medlicott; Secretary -- Gerry Cerny; Treasurer -- Bruce Matthews; Promotions & Public Relations -- Kimberley St. Pierre.
VANCOUVER, BC -- In light of the Next Level Superbike school being accepted as an official Westwood Motorcycle Racing Club accredited course, Scotty Borthwick has announced that he will be stepping down as promotions director for the WMRC in 2005. He is making the move in an effort to avoid conflict of interest concerns.
Kim St. Pierre has been appointed promotions director.
Borthwick is the founding member of the Next Level Superbike School. He is assisted in this endeavour by Dat Louie, owner of Action Riding School. The WMRC will recognize licenses of Next Level Superbike School graduates as Novices, and they may compete at Mission Raceway.
The classroom and bike prep sessions will be held at Action's school in Surrey. The mock race track sessions will be held at Boundary Bay. The road race track sessions will be held at Mission Raceway. The dates of schools will be announced by Next Level Superbike School at a later date.
The full 2005 WMRC executive is as follows: President -- Al Beck; Past President -- Rick Johnson; Vice President -- Stephan Medlicott; Secretary -- Gerry Cerny; Treasurer -- Bruce Matthews; Promotions & Public Relations -- Kimberley St. Pierre.
Thursday, December 9, 2004
Calabogie eyes July opening
By John Hopkins
TORONTO, ON -- Calabogie MotorSports Park is planning to be open for business by July, 2005, according to an email release from the facility received Thursday.
According to the email, the Council of the Township of Greater Madawaska passed the third and final reading of the re-zoning ammendment for the track on Oct. 12. "This was a significant and pivotal step towards the completion of the new road course," the release said.
The projected paving date for the track is mid to late May of next year. With a cure time of about two months for the polymer asphalt surface the track should be ready to host competition by July.
More information is available at www.calabogiemotorsportspark.com.
TORONTO, ON -- Calabogie MotorSports Park is planning to be open for business by July, 2005, according to an email release from the facility received Thursday.
According to the email, the Council of the Township of Greater Madawaska passed the third and final reading of the re-zoning ammendment for the track on Oct. 12. "This was a significant and pivotal step towards the completion of the new road course," the release said.
The projected paving date for the track is mid to late May of next year. With a cure time of about two months for the polymer asphalt surface the track should be ready to host competition by July.
More information is available at www.calabogiemotorsportspark.com.
Monday, December 6, 2004
Snellgrove completes sweep
From Speedway Park
Lockport, NY -- Speedway Park hosted the third and final round of its first-ever Indoor Flat Track Motorcycle Series Nov. 28. The final edition of the Fall series attracted its largest turnout of riders, including a number from Canada.
Bill Snellgrove continued his success by winning two more features, bringing his total to five for the series. Snellgrove completed the sweep of the 125cc Amateur class plus added his second win in the 150cc Adult class. The wins clinched the series championships in each of those divisions.
Joining Snellgrove as a double-winner was John Richenburg. Richenburg took the checkered flag in both the 250cc Amateur and Open Amateur classes.
In the Expert divisions Brian Newman and Brad Hazel renewed their rivalry. Both riders came into the event tied for the points lead in the 250cc Expert class and separated by one point in Open Expert. Newman would get the better of Hazel in both main events. It gave him an unofficial lock on both division titles as well. Newman finished the Fall Series with three feature wins.
Tom Crane clinched the 50cc Stock championship with his third-straight win. In the 50cc Modified class, Nick Hawkins scored his first win indoors at Speedway Park. The adults made their debut in the 50cc ranks, Gus Bakos captured the first 50cc Adult feature.
In 65cc competition Matt Zacher defeated Hawkins in a head to head main event. Calvin Marcov scored his second win of the Fall series by taking the 85cc feature.
The Flat Track Motorcycles will return to Speedway Park sometime during the winter months. Dates have yet to be announced for the series but the first race is tentatively scheduled for the end of January. For updates on all the happenings at Speedway Park just log on to www.speedwayparkfuncenter.com.
Lockport, NY -- Speedway Park hosted the third and final round of its first-ever Indoor Flat Track Motorcycle Series Nov. 28. The final edition of the Fall series attracted its largest turnout of riders, including a number from Canada.
Bill Snellgrove continued his success by winning two more features, bringing his total to five for the series. Snellgrove completed the sweep of the 125cc Amateur class plus added his second win in the 150cc Adult class. The wins clinched the series championships in each of those divisions.
Joining Snellgrove as a double-winner was John Richenburg. Richenburg took the checkered flag in both the 250cc Amateur and Open Amateur classes.
In the Expert divisions Brian Newman and Brad Hazel renewed their rivalry. Both riders came into the event tied for the points lead in the 250cc Expert class and separated by one point in Open Expert. Newman would get the better of Hazel in both main events. It gave him an unofficial lock on both division titles as well. Newman finished the Fall Series with three feature wins.
Tom Crane clinched the 50cc Stock championship with his third-straight win. In the 50cc Modified class, Nick Hawkins scored his first win indoors at Speedway Park. The adults made their debut in the 50cc ranks, Gus Bakos captured the first 50cc Adult feature.
In 65cc competition Matt Zacher defeated Hawkins in a head to head main event. Calvin Marcov scored his second win of the Fall series by taking the 85cc feature.
The Flat Track Motorcycles will return to Speedway Park sometime during the winter months. Dates have yet to be announced for the series but the first race is tentatively scheduled for the end of January. For updates on all the happenings at Speedway Park just log on to www.speedwayparkfuncenter.com.
Lacombe, Binns join McBain
By John Hopkins
CALGARY, AB -- Kevin Lacombe and Matt Binns will join Clint McBain on the Coors Light Racing Blackfoot Suzuki road race team, according to a press release issued by the squad last Thursday.
All three riders will battle for the Parts Canada Superbike and Hindle Exhaust Pro 600 Sport Bike national titles in 2005.
The 21-year-old Lacombe raced a Yamaha last year with support from Brooklin Racing and won the Parts Canada Superbike round at Atlantic Motorsport Park on his way to third in the final standings. The Granby, QC racer also took 12th in Pro 600 points. He will handle Suzuki GSX-R1000 and GSX-R600 equipment in the national classes.
Binns, the 2003 HJC Pro Rookie of the Year on the national tour made a number of promising appearances on the fledgling Z1 Cycletech Ducati squad in last season's Parts Canada Superbike series. The Uxbridge, ON rider will ride a Suzuki GSX-R600 in the Canadian championship.
McBain returns for his fifth season on the Blackfoot squad. Winner of the Pro 600 national title in 2002, the Calgary ace took fourth in the Parts Canada Superbike series in 2004 and third in Hindle Pro 600 Sport Bike.
CALGARY, AB -- Kevin Lacombe and Matt Binns will join Clint McBain on the Coors Light Racing Blackfoot Suzuki road race team, according to a press release issued by the squad last Thursday.
All three riders will battle for the Parts Canada Superbike and Hindle Exhaust Pro 600 Sport Bike national titles in 2005.
The 21-year-old Lacombe raced a Yamaha last year with support from Brooklin Racing and won the Parts Canada Superbike round at Atlantic Motorsport Park on his way to third in the final standings. The Granby, QC racer also took 12th in Pro 600 points. He will handle Suzuki GSX-R1000 and GSX-R600 equipment in the national classes.
Binns, the 2003 HJC Pro Rookie of the Year on the national tour made a number of promising appearances on the fledgling Z1 Cycletech Ducati squad in last season's Parts Canada Superbike series. The Uxbridge, ON rider will ride a Suzuki GSX-R600 in the Canadian championship.
McBain returns for his fifth season on the Blackfoot squad. Winner of the Pro 600 national title in 2002, the Calgary ace took fourth in the Parts Canada Superbike series in 2004 and third in Hindle Pro 600 Sport Bike.
Lange sweeps again
From Richmond Racing Kawasaki
ROCKFORD, IL -- Team Green, Richmond Racing Kawasaki team captain Darcy Lange had another impressive weekend in U.S. National Arenacross action from Rockford, IL. After sweeping both main event wins Friday night, Lange won both Saturday features and added to his lead in the point standings.
By sweeping all four main events over the weekend, Lange now holds a 102-point lead over teammate Jeff Northrop. After winning the Dash 4 Cash Saturday night, the Courtenay, BC racer also gained points in the Dash 4 Cash standings where he also sits atop the leader board with a 22-point edge over Northrop.
This weekend is open for the Arenacross series so Richmond Racing is making the long trek home to Vancouver to race round 2 of the FIM World Supecross Series. Riding the event will be Lange, Northern California’s Northrop and Southern Californian Evan Laughridge. All three riders are currently slated to compete in the 125 class.
ROCKFORD, IL -- Team Green, Richmond Racing Kawasaki team captain Darcy Lange had another impressive weekend in U.S. National Arenacross action from Rockford, IL. After sweeping both main event wins Friday night, Lange won both Saturday features and added to his lead in the point standings.
By sweeping all four main events over the weekend, Lange now holds a 102-point lead over teammate Jeff Northrop. After winning the Dash 4 Cash Saturday night, the Courtenay, BC racer also gained points in the Dash 4 Cash standings where he also sits atop the leader board with a 22-point edge over Northrop.
This weekend is open for the Arenacross series so Richmond Racing is making the long trek home to Vancouver to race round 2 of the FIM World Supecross Series. Riding the event will be Lange, Northern California’s Northrop and Southern Californian Evan Laughridge. All three riders are currently slated to compete in the 125 class.
Carmichael rules SkyDome
From Clear Channel Entertainment
with files from John Hopkins
TORONTO, ON - Ricky Carmichael, of Havana, FL won the opening race of THQ World Supercross GP at Toronto’s SkyDome on his Suzuki Saturday night. KTM’s Nathan Ramsey won the 125cc main event.
Carmichael, who missed last supercross season with knee injury, edged out Honda’s Kyle Lewis for the holeshot award but was quickly passed by Lewis. At the end of lap 1 Carmichael secured the lead and rode to his first THQ World Supercross GP win on a Suzuki. Honda’s Mike LaRocco and Lewis battled until lap 6 when Lewis crashed over the finish line jump. LaRocco held on for second and Yamaha’s Tim Ferry made a charge at the end of the race to secure third place.
“I have good head start on the competition,” said Carmichael. “This race is important to me and the THQ World Supercross GP title is very important. I am going to continue to train and ride as hard as I can. It’s great to be back after missing the entire season last year.”
Doug DeHaan was the lone Canadian to reach the 250 Main and he placed 10th.
Ramsey earned the holeshot in the 125cc main event and led all 15 laps. Bobby Kiniry, who rides for Honda, finished second after chasing Ramsey for the entire race.
“My bike was great out of the gate,” said Ramsey. “Once I had the holeshot, it was all about riding smart. There were a lot of lappers tonight. On lap 5, I ran into my first lapper and had to play it smart.”
Ryan Lockhart completed the 125 podium. Fellow Canucks Simon Homans and Ryan Gauld took fifth and sixth, respectively.
Results
1. Ricky Carmichael, Suzuki; 2. Mike LaRocco, Honda; 3. Tim Ferry, Yamaha; 4. Heath Voss, Yamaha; 5. Nick Wey, Honda; 6. Tyler Evans, Suzuki; 7. Keith Johnson, Yamaha; 8. Jason Thomas, Honda; 9. Damon Huffman, Honda; 10. Doug Dehaan, Yamaha
with files from John Hopkins
TORONTO, ON - Ricky Carmichael, of Havana, FL won the opening race of THQ World Supercross GP at Toronto’s SkyDome on his Suzuki Saturday night. KTM’s Nathan Ramsey won the 125cc main event.
Carmichael, who missed last supercross season with knee injury, edged out Honda’s Kyle Lewis for the holeshot award but was quickly passed by Lewis. At the end of lap 1 Carmichael secured the lead and rode to his first THQ World Supercross GP win on a Suzuki. Honda’s Mike LaRocco and Lewis battled until lap 6 when Lewis crashed over the finish line jump. LaRocco held on for second and Yamaha’s Tim Ferry made a charge at the end of the race to secure third place.
“I have good head start on the competition,” said Carmichael. “This race is important to me and the THQ World Supercross GP title is very important. I am going to continue to train and ride as hard as I can. It’s great to be back after missing the entire season last year.”
Doug DeHaan was the lone Canadian to reach the 250 Main and he placed 10th.
Ramsey earned the holeshot in the 125cc main event and led all 15 laps. Bobby Kiniry, who rides for Honda, finished second after chasing Ramsey for the entire race.
“My bike was great out of the gate,” said Ramsey. “Once I had the holeshot, it was all about riding smart. There were a lot of lappers tonight. On lap 5, I ran into my first lapper and had to play it smart.”
Ryan Lockhart completed the 125 podium. Fellow Canucks Simon Homans and Ryan Gauld took fifth and sixth, respectively.
Results
1. Ricky Carmichael, Suzuki; 2. Mike LaRocco, Honda; 3. Tim Ferry, Yamaha; 4. Heath Voss, Yamaha; 5. Nick Wey, Honda; 6. Tyler Evans, Suzuki; 7. Keith Johnson, Yamaha; 8. Jason Thomas, Honda; 9. Damon Huffman, Honda; 10. Doug Dehaan, Yamaha
Friday, December 3, 2004
Canucks dominate BC Junior list
By John Hopkins
HAMILTON, ON -- Canadian riders fill all but one of the 15 spots on the entry list for the KTM Junior Supercross at BC Place in Vancouver next weekend.
The Canadian Motorcycle Association has released the line-up for the event, which will be held on the Friday and Saturday in conjunction with the second round of the THQ World Supercross GP.
The complete line-up, with number, rider name and hometown is as follows:
1. Connor Eremko, Saskatoon, SK
2. Patrick Blakely, Lancaster Park, AB
3. Maxwell Creighton, Nanaimo, BC
4. Haylen Langelier, Yorkton, SK
5. Blaine Morrow, Richmond, BC
6. Joshua Reynolds, White Rock, BC
7. Dayna Franklin, Fort St. John, BC
8. Teagan Williams, Leduc, AB
9. Dylan Good, Prince George, BC
10. Hayden Ingino, Greeley, CO
11. Cody McGill, Delta, BC
12. James Armstrong, Brooks, AB
13. Tron Cathcart, Quesnel, BC
14. Alexander McKay, Whistler, BC
15. Trystan Hart, Invermere, BC
HAMILTON, ON -- Canadian riders fill all but one of the 15 spots on the entry list for the KTM Junior Supercross at BC Place in Vancouver next weekend.
The Canadian Motorcycle Association has released the line-up for the event, which will be held on the Friday and Saturday in conjunction with the second round of the THQ World Supercross GP.
The complete line-up, with number, rider name and hometown is as follows:
1. Connor Eremko, Saskatoon, SK
2. Patrick Blakely, Lancaster Park, AB
3. Maxwell Creighton, Nanaimo, BC
4. Haylen Langelier, Yorkton, SK
5. Blaine Morrow, Richmond, BC
6. Joshua Reynolds, White Rock, BC
7. Dayna Franklin, Fort St. John, BC
8. Teagan Williams, Leduc, AB
9. Dylan Good, Prince George, BC
10. Hayden Ingino, Greeley, CO
11. Cody McGill, Delta, BC
12. James Armstrong, Brooks, AB
13. Tron Cathcart, Quesnel, BC
14. Alexander McKay, Whistler, BC
15. Trystan Hart, Invermere, BC
Motorcycle industry reports growth
By John Hopkins
TORONTO, ON -- Sales of motorcycles, mopeds and scooters in Canada enjoyed massive growth between 1998 and 2002, according to a press release from the Motorcycle and Moped Industry Council (MMIC).
The MMIC refers to an Annual Industry Report that says new sales of street, dual-purpose, competition and off-road recreation motorcycles, along with mini-bike and scooter sales rose by 49 per cent in the five-year span.
Additionally, the release quotes a 2003 Retail Outlet Profile survey of 1,149 motorcycle and ATV outlets, conducted by the MMIC, in which 55 per cent of respondents reported an increase in new sales of motorcycles, mopeds, scooters and ATVs.
"The surge in sales corresponds to a surge in popularity and interest by Canadians who want to enjoy the exhiliration of motorcycling," said MMIC president Robert Ramsay. "Our association does all it can to encourage safe and responsible motorcycling in Canada."
The MMIC has launched a "Welcome to Our Family" campaign geared toward new and returning motorcycling riders. Three information brochures included in the campaign provide tips on purchasing and insuring motorcycles as well as rider training information.
TORONTO, ON -- Sales of motorcycles, mopeds and scooters in Canada enjoyed massive growth between 1998 and 2002, according to a press release from the Motorcycle and Moped Industry Council (MMIC).
The MMIC refers to an Annual Industry Report that says new sales of street, dual-purpose, competition and off-road recreation motorcycles, along with mini-bike and scooter sales rose by 49 per cent in the five-year span.
Additionally, the release quotes a 2003 Retail Outlet Profile survey of 1,149 motorcycle and ATV outlets, conducted by the MMIC, in which 55 per cent of respondents reported an increase in new sales of motorcycles, mopeds, scooters and ATVs.
"The surge in sales corresponds to a surge in popularity and interest by Canadians who want to enjoy the exhiliration of motorcycling," said MMIC president Robert Ramsay. "Our association does all it can to encourage safe and responsible motorcycling in Canada."
The MMIC has launched a "Welcome to Our Family" campaign geared toward new and returning motorcycling riders. Three information brochures included in the campaign provide tips on purchasing and insuring motorcycles as well as rider training information.
Wednesday, December 1, 2004
Supercross goes live
From Clear Channel Entertainment
AURORA, IL – Clear Channel Entertainment’s Motor Sports division announced today that the opening race of THQ World Supercross GP at Toronto’s SkyDome will have two live webcasts.
The first live webcast for the pre-race press conference will take place on Thursday, December 2 at 10:00 a.m. EST. Featured in the pre-race press conference are: three-time supercross champion Ricky Carmichael, reigning THQ World Supercross GP champion Heath Voss and former FIM World Motocross champion Sebastien Tortelli.
The second webcast from the Toronto THQ World Supercross GP Series race will be broadcast live on Saturday, December 4 at 7:00 p.m. EST on supercross.cc.com. In addition, all 2004-2005 THQ World Supercross GP/THQ AMA Supercross Series races will be webcast live at 7:00 p.m. local time on supercross.cc.com all of which will include the in-depth post-race press conference.
Chad Damiani, who is the host of Supercross LIVE on supercross.cc.com, will host the webcast as the world’s top riders discuss the 2004-2005 THQ World Supercross GP opening round. Last season more than 500,000 live listeners logged on to capture the 2003-2004 THQ World Supercross GP/THQ AMA Supercross Series.
For more information, please log on to www.supercross.cc.com.
AURORA, IL – Clear Channel Entertainment’s Motor Sports division announced today that the opening race of THQ World Supercross GP at Toronto’s SkyDome will have two live webcasts.
The first live webcast for the pre-race press conference will take place on Thursday, December 2 at 10:00 a.m. EST. Featured in the pre-race press conference are: three-time supercross champion Ricky Carmichael, reigning THQ World Supercross GP champion Heath Voss and former FIM World Motocross champion Sebastien Tortelli.
The second webcast from the Toronto THQ World Supercross GP Series race will be broadcast live on Saturday, December 4 at 7:00 p.m. EST on supercross.cc.com. In addition, all 2004-2005 THQ World Supercross GP/THQ AMA Supercross Series races will be webcast live at 7:00 p.m. local time on supercross.cc.com all of which will include the in-depth post-race press conference.
Chad Damiani, who is the host of Supercross LIVE on supercross.cc.com, will host the webcast as the world’s top riders discuss the 2004-2005 THQ World Supercross GP opening round. Last season more than 500,000 live listeners logged on to capture the 2003-2004 THQ World Supercross GP/THQ AMA Supercross Series.
For more information, please log on to www.supercross.cc.com.
Cliffshore adventures announced
By John Hopkins
Cliffshore Adventures has released details of four motorcycle tour packages for 2005.
New for 2005 is a 10-day Baja Adventure Tour, which runs from Feb. 4-14 and costs $4,500.
Tours that are back on the schedule include Daytona Speed Week from Mar. 11-20, the Cliffshore Las Vegas Adventure from Mar. 27-Apr. 3, and a selection of three Alberta tours between June 24-July 4. Enthusiasts can choose between an excursion including the Parts Canada Superbike Championship round at Race City Speedway in Calgary, a street bike tour of the Rockies or the Western Canadian Amateur Motocross Nationals in Raymond.
More information, including pricing is available at www.cliffshore.com, by email at sales@cliffshore.com or by phone at (905) 377-5050.
Cliffshore Adventures has released details of four motorcycle tour packages for 2005.
New for 2005 is a 10-day Baja Adventure Tour, which runs from Feb. 4-14 and costs $4,500.
Tours that are back on the schedule include Daytona Speed Week from Mar. 11-20, the Cliffshore Las Vegas Adventure from Mar. 27-Apr. 3, and a selection of three Alberta tours between June 24-July 4. Enthusiasts can choose between an excursion including the Parts Canada Superbike Championship round at Race City Speedway in Calgary, a street bike tour of the Rockies or the Western Canadian Amateur Motocross Nationals in Raymond.
More information, including pricing is available at www.cliffshore.com, by email at sales@cliffshore.com or by phone at (905) 377-5050.
National Series Adds Thunder
From the Parts Canada Superbike Championship
TORONTO, ON – Three of the most famous names in motorcycle history will join the Parts Canada Superbike Championship on a regular basis beginning next year.
BMW Motorrad Canada, Deeley Harley-Davidson Canada, through its Buell brand and Ducati North America have reached an agreement with Professional Motorsport Productions to add the Thunder class to the national road racing series in 2005 and 2006.
The Thunder series will run at all events on the Parts Canada Superbike tour in 2005 except for the rounds at Calgary’s Race City Motorsport Park and the Montreal Molson Indy Superbike Invitational. The two-year agreement provides for the addition of a race in Calgary in 2006.
Thunder joins the Hindle Exhaust Pro 600 Sport Bike Championship and International Motorcycle SUPERSHOW Amateur 600 Sport Bike Championship as a national support category to the feature Parts Canada Superbike Championship chase.
The Thunder division will run to national series standards and feature guaranteed prize money of $3,000 per round. The organizing sponsor group is also looking into arranging a title sponsor to provide a year-end point fund.
Thunder is designed for air-cooled twin-cylinder production-based sport motorcycles. The series ran with selected national and regional events in 2004 under the organization of RACE Event Inc. with backing from Buell.
The new national class will run Pro and Amateur divisions.
“The Thunder class will be an exciting addition to the Parts Canada national tour,” said series producer Colin Fraser of PMP. “All the sponsors and supporters of our series are looking forward to helping Thunder develop. Thunder will add a new element to the program, with a close-running field of bikes that look and sound different from our existing Sport Bikes.”
Minimum weight for Thunder machines will be 395 lbs. and the series will have a maximum horsepower of 95 hp. Weight and horsepower will be measured immediately after each race on the official series scales and Dynojet Dyno, respectively.
“All three manufacturers are excited to see Thunder go to the national level,” said Chris Duff, events and promotions co-ordinator for BMW Motorrad Canada. “We are looking to showcase our motorcycles in the ultimate sport bike environment and show the sport bike buying public that our models are dynamic, energetic and fast.”
TORONTO, ON – Three of the most famous names in motorcycle history will join the Parts Canada Superbike Championship on a regular basis beginning next year.
BMW Motorrad Canada, Deeley Harley-Davidson Canada, through its Buell brand and Ducati North America have reached an agreement with Professional Motorsport Productions to add the Thunder class to the national road racing series in 2005 and 2006.
The Thunder series will run at all events on the Parts Canada Superbike tour in 2005 except for the rounds at Calgary’s Race City Motorsport Park and the Montreal Molson Indy Superbike Invitational. The two-year agreement provides for the addition of a race in Calgary in 2006.
Thunder joins the Hindle Exhaust Pro 600 Sport Bike Championship and International Motorcycle SUPERSHOW Amateur 600 Sport Bike Championship as a national support category to the feature Parts Canada Superbike Championship chase.
The Thunder division will run to national series standards and feature guaranteed prize money of $3,000 per round. The organizing sponsor group is also looking into arranging a title sponsor to provide a year-end point fund.
Thunder is designed for air-cooled twin-cylinder production-based sport motorcycles. The series ran with selected national and regional events in 2004 under the organization of RACE Event Inc. with backing from Buell.
The new national class will run Pro and Amateur divisions.
“The Thunder class will be an exciting addition to the Parts Canada national tour,” said series producer Colin Fraser of PMP. “All the sponsors and supporters of our series are looking forward to helping Thunder develop. Thunder will add a new element to the program, with a close-running field of bikes that look and sound different from our existing Sport Bikes.”
Minimum weight for Thunder machines will be 395 lbs. and the series will have a maximum horsepower of 95 hp. Weight and horsepower will be measured immediately after each race on the official series scales and Dynojet Dyno, respectively.
“All three manufacturers are excited to see Thunder go to the national level,” said Chris Duff, events and promotions co-ordinator for BMW Motorrad Canada. “We are looking to showcase our motorcycles in the ultimate sport bike environment and show the sport bike buying public that our models are dynamic, energetic and fast.”
2005 Thunder Schedule
Round 1 May 20-22 Shannonville Motorsport Park (Pro Track) Shannonville, ON
Round 2 July 15-17 Mosport International Raceway Bowmanville, ON
Round 3 Aug. 5-7 Atlantic Motorsport Park Shubenacadie, NS
Round 4 Sept. 2-4 Shannonville Motorsport Park (Long Track) Shannonville, ON
Round 5 Sept. 9-11 Le Circuit Mont-Tremblant Mont-Tremblant, QC
Round 1 May 20-22 Shannonville Motorsport Park (Pro Track) Shannonville, ON
Round 2 July 15-17 Mosport International Raceway Bowmanville, ON
Round 3 Aug. 5-7 Atlantic Motorsport Park Shubenacadie, NS
Round 4 Sept. 2-4 Shannonville Motorsport Park (Long Track) Shannonville, ON
Round 5 Sept. 9-11 Le Circuit Mont-Tremblant Mont-Tremblant, QC
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