Inside MotoX and Off Road

2011 Holiday Buyers' Guide!

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Great gift ideas for the MX enthusiasts on your Christmas and Holiday list. Click on the image below to see the entire flip book on your computer.

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Come visit us at the Toronto Motorcycle Show this weekend (December 9 - 11) and keep an eye out for the newest issue of Inside MotoX & Off Road magazine.

KTM Canada adds National #2 Dusty Klatt to powerful MX1 Team

2011-12-01T17:27:00.001-05:00

From KTM Canada

Just weeks after the announcement that National #1 Colton Facciotti would join the orange squad, KTM Canada is excited to report the signing of National #2 Dusty Klatt. With this 1-2 duo headlining the KTM MX1 squad, the team looks forward to battling for moto wins and ultimately working hard to earn KTM Canada their first Canadian MX1 Championship.

Dusty is a proven champion in Canada. “I feel he has what it takes to win again in 2012. I am sure at round #1 Dusty will be ready to put that 450 SX-F on the podium,” said KTM Racing Manager Andy White.

As a two-time Canadian National MX1 Champion and a former two-time MX2 West title holder, Klatt knows what it takes to win. With a new bike and a new set of challenges ahead, the Campbell River, BC native is more motivated than ever to reach the top step of the podium this season.

“I’m excited about riding and learning a new bike and I’m looking forward to all the challenges ahead of me,” said Klatt. “It’s going to be fun. It’s like getting a fresh start. I am looking forward to testing and getting the bike dialed in and ready for the season.”

Klatt’s signing reinforces KTM Canada’s continued commitment to racing, and ultimately, to winning. With a MX1 championship team now assembled, the entire KTM squad is ready to put in the hard work needed to compete at the highest level this summer.

Graham Jarvis has taken victory at the Wildwood Rock Extreme Enduro

2011-11-21T07:35:00.001-05:00

From Husaberg

The 36-year-old was in a class of his own during the three-hour main event, riding a Husaberg TE 300 two-stroke to victory against Australia's leading off-road riders.

In a unique event that features a variety of obstacles including rocks, bricks, logs, balancing beams, tyres and dismantled ute trays, Jarvis made light work of the course to take home the $10,000 in prize money for the victory.

"I didn't know what to expect," Jarvis said. "The rain made it more difficult and it is a hard event, but it's a great event. I really hope to come back next year and have another crack at it."

Jarvis won the main event by a full lap in a spectacular display of riding, adding the victory to the Red Bull Sea to Sky Extreme Enduro that he won in Turkey last month.

The Englishman also took victory in almost all other world-class Extreme Enduro events such as Red Bull Romaniacs, Hell's Gate and The Tough One this seasons and will be on his way to South Africa shortly to make his debut at the last big event of the year, the Roof of Africa.

Jarvis had support from Top Gear Husaberg in Seaford, as well as Sunbury Bike Hub, during his stay in Australia.

KADE WALKER UPDATE

2011-11-17T14:11:00.001-05:00

From Team Canada MX

Kade was released from Niguarda Hospital in Milan, Italy this morning and is with his Mother and Trainer in Novara.

He would like to thank the Hospital staff, Team KTM, His Manager, the event Promoter Pro Off Road Racing as well as the Canadian Consulates representative who visited him in the Hospital. “All involved took amazing care of me and I’m most grateful”.

The Urgency and professionalism of the Off Road Racing staff and their Associated Emergency was outstanding, “I was not breathing…they probably saved my life.”

The accident occurred when a foot peg broke off in the middle of the whoops section.

Kade helicoptered off the bike and luckily hit a tuff block first before bouncing into the ground face first. He is in great shape considering the seriousness of the accident and has no concussion or broken bones. Kade actually exercised mildly on a stationary bike a couple hours after being released.

Kade, was leading the SXR class at the UEM Supercross Championship Series prior to his crash. He won’t be racing in the final round in Genoa this weekend but will be attending Media Day. He will take a few weeks off at this point, returning home next week.

Ontario Arenacross Championship & Practice Facility Re-Opens in Wallaceburg for 2011 /2012 Season

2011-11-15T12:22:00.000-05:00

From Ontario Arenacross Championship

November 15, 2011 – We are pleased to announce the re-opening of the Wallaceburg Indoor Track for the 2011 / 2012 Winter Season. Practices will begin Wednesday, December 14, 2011 and a full practice schedule of dates and times will be released shortly.

We are currently conducting polls to see what days and times would be best for participants to practice and race. Please visit our website at www.ontarioarenacross.com or www.SupercrossCanada.com under Track Info to cast your opinion on which days and times work best for you.

January 2012 will commence The Ontario Arenacross Championship Series. The schedule for this will be released in the coming weeks. When visiting our website be sure to enter your email address as we will add you to our mail list to ensure you receive our full schedule.

Over the course of the winter we will be offering: Practicing, Training Schools, Group or Party Rentals and Racing. We have posted up several pictures of the Track, as the current layout features six lanes going north and south, with two lanes going east and west. If your company is interested in supporting the Ontario Arenacross Championship Series as well as our Practices, Training Schools and Rentals please contact mark@mpisportmanagement.com

Be sure to visit us on Facebook by clicking: Here

For additional information on the Ontario Arenacross Championship please visit: www.ontarioarenacross.com or www.supercrosscanada.com. For all questions or inquiries, please contact admin@supercrosscanada.com.

Deegan joins Pastrana in all-action Team USA

2011-11-14T16:23:00.000-05:00

From Metal Mulisha

Action sports legends Brian Deegan and Travis Pastrana will join forces for a thrilling Team USA at December's Race Of Champions.

Deegan is a motocross and off-road great who has stunned crowds on two wheels and four, taking Rally Cross gold at the 2011 X-Games.

The American joins a dazzling field that includes three F1 world champions for ROC 2011 in Düsseldorf on December 3-4

Team USA will have a unique line-up of two action sports legends for the 2011 Race Of Champions after Brian Deegan signed up to race alongside Travis Pastrana, who was confirmed last month.

Known as 'The General', Deegan made history and pioneered what is now known as freestyle motocross by "ghost riding" his bike across the finish line at the LA Coliseum in 1997 – astonishing the crowd, stunning the AMA officials, and setting in motion a new breed of competition. He has since become the only rider to compete at every X-Games, amassing a total of 13 medals.

Deegan and Pastrana have long had overlapping and competing careers as rivals on two wheels in motocross, supercross and freestyle motocross. Recently both have ventured beyond the motorcycle world into four-wheel competition, with considerable success such as Pastrana's four Rally America titles and Deegan's Rally Cross gold at this year's X-Games.

That roll of honour comes with a price, of course. Just as Pastrana is recovering from a serious ankle injury after his latest crash at this year's X-Games, Deegan's road to the top has not been without challenge. His career is marked by multiple near-death experiences, several broken bones, a lost kidney, and a severe spleen injury. In the end, it has been Brian's fearlessness and rebel attitude that has established him as one of the top talents and competitors in the sport.

Often pitted as opposite extremes – Deegan the edgy rebel, Pastrana the easy-going, boy-next-door – over time, they have become friends. It may come as a surprise for action sports fans to see the duo together on the world stage, but now they are pooling their huge talents as team-mates at the 2011 Race Of Champions.

Deegan said: "I've heard a lot about the Race Of Champions from Travis down the years so I'm really looking forward to joining him next month. It adds a bit of extra edge to be racing for Team USA in the ROC Nations Cup so we'll bring a bit of our cowboy attitude and see how we get on. We know we're up against a mighty field of motor sport specialists but we'll give everything to come away with a good result."

The Race Of Champions is an annual end-of-season competition that brings together the world's greatest drivers from all motor sport's disciplines – including Formula 1, world rally, touring cars, Le Mans and the X-Games – and sets them free to battle head-to-head in identical machinery on a specially constructed parallel track. Drivers pair up for the ROC Nations Cup, this year scheduled for Saturday 3 December, before the individual Race Of Champions takes place on Sunday 4 December.

ROC race organiser Fredrik Johnsson said: "We could hardly have picked a more exciting line-up for Team USA. We've already seen the energy Travis brings to the Race Of Champions so it's special to have two action sports greats together. Brian will no doubt prove to be just as big a hit with the crowds. And as for backstage and the parties afterwards, we might not know what's hit us…"

Drivers confirmed so far for ROC 2011 include Michael Schumacher, Sebastian Vettel and Jenson Button – who have ten Formula 1 world championships between them. Even more big names will be added in the run-up to the event at Düsseldorf in December. For information about tickets (starting from €19) please visit the website www.raceofchampions.com.

Drivers confirmed for the 2011 Race Of Champions:

Sebastian VETTEL, 2010 and 2011 Formula 1 World Champion

Michael SCHUMACHER, seven-time Formula 1 World Champion

Jenson BUTTON, 2009 Formula 1 World Champion

Andy PRIAULX, three-time World Touring Car Champion

Tom KRISTENSEN, eight-time Le Mans 24-Hour race winner

Mattias EKSTRӦM, DTM star and triple ROC Champion of Champions

Sébastien OGIER, winner of five WRC rallies in 2011

Romain GROSJEAN, 2011 GP2 Series Champion

Martin TOMCZYK, 2011 DTM Champion

Vitaly PETROV, Formula 1 driver for Lotus Renault GP

Timo SCHEIDER, 2008 and 2009 DTM Champion

Timo GLOCK, Formula 1 driver for Marussia Virgin Racing

Travis PASTRANA, four-time Rally America winner and X-Games legend

Brian DEEGAN, 13 X-games medals including Rally Cross gold in 2011

Zip-Ty Husqvarna Wraps Up WORCS Season

2011-11-09T09:58:00.001-05:00

From Husqvarna

November 8, 2011 - Corona, CA - While Husqvarna racers were busy highlighting the Loretta Lynn's GNCCs, a few others were also earning wins in the West. The World Off Road Championship Series (WORCS) finale took place at Speed World MX in Surprise, Arizona and return-Husqvarna racer Sherri Cruse topped the Women's Pro class aboard a Zip-Ty Racing TC250.

In only her second race back since becoming a mother three months ago, Cruse is already back up to speed, and enjoyed being back in the saddle with her baby girl Emerie on the sidelines cheering her on. Cruse battled with reigning WORCS champion Kacy Martinez on the opening lap, but steadily pulled away throughout the rest of the race to take a convincing win.

The rest of the Zip-Ty Husqvarna team was also in action at the Arizona WORCS finale. Cory Graffunder closed out his season with a top-five finish in the Pro 2 class. Graffunder returned from injury earlier this summer in time to remain in the championship hunt, and finish second in points for the 2011 season in the Pro 2 division.

Nick Burson finished fourth in the Open Expert division of the Prospectors Grand Prix in Gorman, CA. Nick Burson also wrapped up his season over the weekend, with his final Big 6 Grand Prix race taking place in Gorman, California. Burson finished his 2011 season with a fourth-place finish in the Open Expert class aboard his TXC511 at the Prospectors GP.

One more win went to another Husqvarna rider - Revelle Harrison. HMNA's own National Sales Manager was out at the wet and muddy 27th Annual MTA World Vet Championship, where he topped the 30+ Expert class with a 1-2 moto score!

"It was a really great weekend all around," commented Husqvarna National Marketing Manager Corey Eastman. "Congrats to all our racers on wrapping up such strong seasons. It's great to have Sherri Cruse on a Husky, and we're also proud to see our employees doing well at the races, too!"

Husqvarna Celebrates Victory at Loretta Lynn's GNCC

2011-11-08T11:29:00.001-05:00

From Husqvarna

November 8, 2011 - Corona, CA - It was a battle of Fred Andrews Racing Husqvarnas in the XC2 class of Sunday's Loretta Lynn GNCC, and FAR racers Andrew Delong and Jason Thomas ended their GNCC season with a spectacular duel, going 1-2 on the day!

Delong wowed everyone with two podium finishes at Loretta's - a third on Friday and a win on Sunday. In only his third-ever race on the FAR Husqvarna TXC250, Delong captured his career-first XC2 victory, though it came down to sheer luck on the final lap. Thomas and Delong were neck and neck for the lead when they came up on a lapped rider. They each went to one side, and the lapper moved over into Jason's line, allowing Delong to gain the point.

"My day went so good!" Delong exclaimed. "I just waited for them to get tired and then took off as fast as I could. It was so rough out there, but my TXC250 worked so good today. I'm so happy!"

Despite having to settle for runner-up on Sunday, Thomas' performance on the weekend was admirable - a broken hand held in place by pins didn't stop him from competing in the double-header GNCC finale. Thomas toughed it out, as he has all season, and pushed his TXC250 to a fourth-place finish on Friday after getting stuck on the first lap, and a strong second place on Sunday.

Though it was a great day for the team, Thomas was a little disappointed. "My hand was so sore this morning. I came here to win and I did my best. I got caught up with a lapper and it cost me. But I'm proud to be on the podium, especially with my teammate."

Two other Husqvarna's ended the season on top of the podium at the Loretta Lynn Ranch GNCC. Toy Tech Husqvarna rider Andrew Powers took the overall in Sunday's morning race aboard a WR125. The overall win marked a first for Powers, and secured the 200 C 16+ championship for both the GNCC series and the AMA Racing East Hare Scrambles Series. Sunday was also a winning day for Junior Women class rider Veronica Martin, who piloted her TXC250 to her season-first win.

"We want to congratulate all Husqvarna racers on a great GNCC season," commented Husqvarna National Marketing Manager Corey Eastman. "We're proud of our FAR Husky team for parking two TXCs on the podium. And it was a wonderful surprise to see season-best finishes from our support riders, Powers and Martin, as well."

Canadian MX Reigning Champ Colton Facciotti signs with KTM for the next 2 years!

2011-10-27T17:00:00.001-04:00

From KTM Canada

After weeks of speculation as to where the two-time MX1 Champ would end up, the questions can stop! It is with tremendous excitement that KTM Canada announces the addition of Colton Facciotti to the 2012 & 2013 team roster.

KTM Canada is looking to put their riders on top of the podium next season and Colton Facciotti has proven time and again that he has what it takes to do it with consistency. “More than ever, KTM’s focus is on the motocross market” mentions Florian Burguet, KTM Canada General Manager. “Our 2012 SX product line up and our business attitude are now perfectly aligned for successful results. At a time when other motorcycle companies may question their involvement in racing, KTM means to do the opposite and reinforces its commitment to winning” adds Burguet.

Colton will make a unique addition to the team, aboard his 2012 KTM 450 SX-F. He has a wealth of experience in Canada as well as in the United States. KTM Racing Manager Andy White comments: “Just like in the US with De Coster, Dungey, Roczen and Musquin, our new Canadian team will respect a non-compromise racing approach. We will be extremely victory-driven and Colton is definitely the first step in building a complete championship team.”

After testing his new 450 ride, Colton is equally as excited as the rest of the team stating “I am ready for my new challenges and can’t wait for the first moto gate to drop this summer. I will definitely be working hard to bring home a first MX1 championship for the KTM team.”

The team training will be supervised by 5-time Canadian National Champion Jean-Sebastien Roy (JSR) who will now operate as Athlete Manager.

The rest of the KTM team will be completed and communicated shortly. Don’t miss anything and stay connected to KTM Canada’s Facebook page!

MARITIME MOTORSPORTS HALL OF FAME 2011 INDUCTEES INCLUDE NATIONAL LEGENDS

2011-10-27T11:44:00.000-04:00

MONCTON, NB (October 27, 2011) – The Maritime Motorsports Hall of Fame will enshrine the class of 2011 on November 5 at a formal ceremony to be held at Moncton's Crystal Palace. Honoured inductees include a diverse group from several different motorsports genres. The class of 2011 hail from the three Maritime provinces and include Robert (Bobby) Allen, NS (Competitor, Stock Car Racing), Heidi Cooke, NS (Competitor, Motocross), Earl Doucette (Builder, Motocross), Fred & George Estabrooks, NB (Competitors, Drag Racing); Paul Forgrave, NB (Antiques), Albert Gallant, PEI (Competitor, Snowmobile), Edward “Junior” Hanley, NS (Competitor/Builder, Stock Car Racing), John Johnson, NB (Road Racer, Motorcycle), Earl Ross, PEI (Competitor, Stock Car Racing), and the PEI Street Rod Association (Club).

While each inductee is a legend in their own right, the accomplishments of Hanley and Ross have also been acknowledged with their respective inductions in the Canadian Motorsport Hall of Fame (CMHoF), both member of the CMHoF Class of 2000. Both Canadian motorsports legends are expected in Moncton November 5 to accept their inductions to the Maritime Motorsports Hall of Fame.

Brief bios for each of the 2011 Maritime Motorsports Hall of Fame inductees follow...

ROBERT (BOBBY) ALLEN, Nova Scotia | Stock Car Racing - Competitor
Bobby Allen started racing in 1966 at Fraser's Mountain and he finished the season as the Top Driver and Most Popular Driver. He raced at Havre Boucher Speedway, Drag City, Brookside Speedway, Riverside and Atlantic Speedways. He also raced in Maine at Oxford Plains, Unity and Wiscasset Raceway. He was one of the top drivers in the 1960's and '70s.

HEIDI COOKE, Nova Scotia | Motocross – Competitor
One female rider that made it in Motocross, Heidi rides for KTM Canada and Freedom Cycle wearing the # 1. She won the Women pro Nationals overall in 2009 at Kamloops, BC.

EARL DOUCETTE, New Brunswick | Motocross – Builder/Competitor
Earl is a Motocross Enthusiast. He started racing in 1975. He was one of the founders of the River Glade Motocross track in 1977. 1982 became an official tech inspector; in '83 he became an Atlantic Region Race Official. He has never missed a Motocross race at River Glade.

FRED & GEORGE ESTABROOKS, New Brunswick | Drag Racing – Competitors
Fred's track experience came in 1965 driving a 1955 Chevy at Scoudouc, NB. Fred and George soon became regular fixtures on the local race circuit. Their 55 Pontiac set the B/MP and C/MP records at Maitland Raceway amnd won the points series championship at Scoudouc Dragway.

PAUL FORGRAVE, New Brunswick | Antique – Builder/ Collector
Paul has been interested in cars his entire life. He is members of the New Brunswick Antique Auto Club, Moncton Speed & Custom Club and the Canadian Service Station Memorabilia Association. He was a Founding member of the Performance Ford Club of Canada, and a Lifetime Member of the Maritime Motorsports Hall Of Fame.

ALBERT GALLANT, Prince Edward Island | Snowmobile/Stockcar – Competitor
Albert was very much involved in the Snowmobile racing circuit. In 1985 he won the Maritime Snowmobile Drag Racing Championship with the fastest machine in the Maritimes. Albert started Stockcar racing in 1967 at Freetown. He still helps his grandson with his Drag car.

JUNIOR HANLEY, Nova Scotia (Ontario) | Stock Car - Competitor/Builder
Edward Hanley Jr. aka Junior Hanley does not need a lot of introduction. He started racing in 1961 as a drag racer. By 1970 he was the Maritime Champion of stock car racing. In 1975 he left his native home in Port Mouton, Nova Scotia and moved to Ontario where he raced and won championships in southern Ontario and the United States. He has won Copper World titles in Arizona and the World Series of Asphalt Racing series at New Smyrna Beach, Fla., during Daytona Speedweeks. He has won CASCAR championships ACT Tour championships and competed on the ASA and Busch Grand National circuits. A master car builder, he has build short-track cars for, among others, Bill Elliot, Alan Kulwicki, Mark Martin, Kyle Petty, Dick Trickle and Darrell Waltrip. Hanley personally test-drove every car he built - in race conditions - before delivering it to his customer. Hanley continued to race until a few years ago and still works on race cars in his shop located near Hamilton, Ontario. Junior Hanley was inducted to the Canadian Motorsport Hall of Fame in 2000.

JOHN JOHNSON, New Brunswick | Motorcycle – Recreation/Racing/Builder
An icon of the Maritime motorcycling fraternity, John Johnson started promoting motorcycle racing in the early 1960's. Through his dedication over the years to the sport made him an example and an inspiration to others. He ranks very high as a personage not to be quickly forgotten.

EARL ROSS, Prince Edward Island (Ontario) | Stock Car - Competitor
Earl Ross is the first and so far, only, Canadian to win a NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race (then Grand National), and is the only Canadian NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Rookie-of-the-Year. Ross first made his mark in 1970 when he won nine of 10 international stock car races held in Ontario. In 1973, Ross won the Export A Series, qualified for his first Daytona 500 (finishing third - his first superspeedway start), and ran the ARCA Daytona 200 - a race he thought he could have won. In 1974 he competed in 21 Winston Cup races, won the Old Dominion 500 at Martinsville Speedway, and was named Sprint Cup Rookie of the Year. In '75 and '76 he qualified for his second and third Daytona 500's. In 1982, he won the inaugural McKerlie Millen 200 at Delaware Speedway Park. In 1994, he finished second in the CASCAR Performance Fibreglass Series and in 1995 qualified in the top 12 at most CASCAR events and finished 13 in points. In 1996 he finished 13th in the CASCAR Eastern Series points and in 1997 he finished 15th in CASCAR Super Series Points. Earl Ross was inducted in the Canadian Motorsport Hall of Fame in 2000.

PEI STREET ROD ASSOCIATION, Prince Edward Island | Club
It is an incorporated, non-profit organization. Their annual Show'n'Shine began in 1978; in 1982 it become the fourth largest east of Montreal. In 1985 they hosted the Mini-Nationals East and had more than 485 cars from across Canada and United States. In 1991 they hosted the Canadian Street Rod National Show, the first time this event was held east of Ontario. They assist many Prince Edward Island charities and organizations.

The sixth annual Maritime Motorsports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony is being held November 5 in the Champlain Ballroom, at the Ramada Plaza Crystal Palace Hotel, 499 Paul Street, Dieppe, NB. The evening program will start at 5:00 p.m. with a reception, dinner at 6:00, followed at 7:30 by the induction ceremony that includes audio and video presentations. The program will also include a silent auction and a special live auction of an inductee autographed checkered flag. A limited number of tickets remain on a first-come, first-served basis for $80.00 each and can be purchased by calling 506.756.2110. The dress for the occasion is formal. On Sunday morning, November 6, a brunch will be held at the Hall Of Fame in Petitcodiac, starting at 10:00 a.m. The cost is $10.00 per person and available to those attending the induction ceremony; please order your brunch ticket at the same time as the induction ticket.

To learn more about the Maritime Motorsports Hall of Fame please visit their museum in Petitcodiac or www.maritimemotorsporthalloffame.com.

The 5th Atlantic Motorcycle and ATV Show @ Moncton Coliseum February 10 -12, 2012

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For Immediate Release

This is the Real Deal!!Featuring the Complete 2012 Lineup from the Industry’s Leading Manufacturers!

Moncton, New Brunswick – Atlantic Canada is eagerly awaiting the return of the Atlantic Motorcycle and ATV Show that will roar into Moncton, February 10-12, 2012. This event will encompass the entire Moncton Coliseum complex and will showcase the latest products for motorcycle, ATV and off-road enthusiasts available on the market today! The nations leading manufacturers will be well represented and visitors will not be left disappointed.

The Atlantic Motorcycle & ATV Show is one of 7 successful, national manufacturer support motorcycle shows from coast to coast. Owned by the Motorcycle & Moped Industry Council (MMIC) this event offers a unique marketing opportunity, as it is the only show of its kind and caliber in Atlantic Canada. Since 2008, the event has delivered over 50,000 qualified buyers who have enjoyed the biggest and best names in motosports.

Show Manager Scott Sprague is revved up about the 2012 edition of this event. “Being a part of this huge chain of manufacturer supported shows is phenomenal. For a visitor to be able to see a booth that is the same display at the MMIC-COHV Shows in Toronto, Vancouver or elsewhere right in Moncton, the hub of the Maritimes, is fantastic and convenient for all of Atlantic Canada and beyond,” said Sprague.

“We are in the process of developing some exciting new features for the 2012 edition and we will be announcing details on our website shortly,” explained Sprague.

The Atlantic Motorcycle and ATV Show is where Atlantic Canada RIDES and BUYS! Visitors will be shopping the show and trying that new ATV or Motorcycle on for size and discussing the purchase with their local dealer and can get all of those tough questions answered right from manufacturer representatives. Visitors can take home awesome deals on parts & accessories, clothing and apparel and so much more. The event is also the leading venue to meet the organizers of local rallies, motorcycle and ATV clubs, destinations, anything and everything to do with the lifestyle that comes with this pastime!

Come check out one of the most exciting and all inclusive events in Atlantic Canada! The Atlantic Motorcycle and ATV Show! Where Atlantic Canada Rides! February 10-12, 2012 in Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada!

For complete details visit www.motorcycleshows.ca

Media Inquiries:

Denise Miller, Publicist

Master Promotions Ltd.

dmiller@mpltd.ca

1-888-454-7469

About the Associations who own the event

MMIC

The Motorcycle and Moped Industry Council, originally founded in 1971, is a national, non-profit, trade association, which represents the responsible interests of the major motorcycle and scooter distributors, as well as the manufacturers, distributors and retail outlets of motorcycle and scooter related products and services, and individual owners and riders of motorcycles and scooters in Canada. The member companies of the MMIC account for over 95 percent of all the new motorcycles and scooters sold in Canada.

The MMIC is funded entirely by its members, affiliate members and by the programs and services it offers.

COHV

The Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV), formerly the Canadian All-Terrain Vehicle Distributors Council (CATV), originally founded in 1984, is a national, nonprofit, trade association representing the responsible interests of the major ATV and off-highway motorcycle manufacturers, distributors and retail outlets of OHV related products and services. The member companies of the COHV account for over 90 percent of all the new OHVs sold in Canada.

Wojo at WEC #7 at Burnt River

2011-10-26T09:34:00.000-04:00

Round #7 of the Weisner Insurance/World Enduro Canada Cross Country series was held this past weekend at the Burnt River Off Road Facility, a track known for deep water, brutal rocks and rugged terrain. Yamaha/Machine Racing’s Brian “Wojo” Wojnarowski was in attendance.

“The course was really good,” the blue rider said. “There were no really deep water holes. They opened up the Endurocross and Motocross tracks for us, which was great.”

“I was a little worried about the weather with all the rain and cold weather as of late but it turned out to be a great day for riding,” said Wojo.

After being third off the start Wojo pushed and worked his way to the front of the pack. He finished first in front of CGRT Husaberg’s Jessie Grummett and KTM rider Kevin Cockayne.

Wojo would like to thank all of his sponsors: Yamaha, Machine Racing, LGS, Podium Grafix, Bondi Engines, Works Connection, Yamalube, Rekluse, AXO Gear, PerformX, Orthoflex, LRP and AME Grips for their support.

CGRT Race Report

2011-10-26T09:30:00.000-04:00

World Enduro Canada’s Burnt River XC, presented by Orange Motorsports turned out to be Jessie Grummett’s best event of the year. The 17 year old rode well on the 7 km course which included an endurocross section, pushing hard for his first podium finish. “ I had a lot of fun, the track was really fast, wide, sloppy trails…lots of rocks..had a really clean ride and very little mistakes…” states Jessie.

Jessie was bested by Yamaha’s Brian Wojnarowski, and finished ahead of KTM’s Kevin Cockayne for his first podium, 2nd place finish. Jessie’s participation in WEC’s Royal Distributing Canadian Enduro Championships has elevated his skills and consequently his results. Corner Grass Racing Team proud of Jessie’s advancement this season and his podium this past weekend.

Once again, Shane Cuthbertson challenged himself at a US Endurocross event, this time in .ampa Idaho. Riding Veteran class, Shane rode well thought the days practices and qualifiers, finding himself in the main event with his TE300. Shane gated well, and rode to the lead, crossing the finish line well ahead of his competition. This makes 2 victories for Shane in Endurocross competition!!! Well done!!

Corner Grass Racing Team would like to thank the following sponsors for their support; Husaberg Canada, Royal Distributing, Parts Canada, Thor, Alpinestar, Smith Optics, FMF, PG Graphics, Dunlop, Enduro Enduro Engineering, Ross Rocher Sales, A&E Racing, Kermaxx, Rekluse, UFA, and Xtreme Hot Oil.

Barcia looking to defend Bercy crown; teammate Tomac fired-up for France

2011-10-26T09:06:00.000-04:00

From Geico Honda
PARIS (Oct. 25) -- GEICO Honda teammates Justin Barcia and Eli Tomac are prepared to attack this weekend's 29th annual Supercross of Bercy at Omnisport Paris and bring home all the hardware up for grabs.
The event, a series of three complete races on consecutive nights -- Friday, Saturday and Sunday -- awards both individual nightly trophies and an overall "King of Bercy" crown that goes to the best racer of the entire weekend. Last year, Barcia won two of the three main events to earn the King of Bercy title in his first appearance at the historic race. Tomac will be competing in Paris for the first time.
Unfortunately, due to passport complications, stablemate Kevin Windham, who offered to jump into the fray after Christophe Pourcel was injured in Las Vegas two weeks ago, could not get his documents in order in time and will not be able to participate.
"Being King of Bercy was one of the coolest things I've accomplished in my career," said Barcia, who rode the momentum of his Bercy success to the 2011 Supercross Lites East title in the U.S. "When you go back and look at the guys that have won it before, you see some of the biggest names the sport has ever known. To be alongside them in the record books is very cool.
"Now the trick will be to win it again. I know I’ll have everyone's attention so it will be a battle from the drop of the gate. I think I'm ready. I've had a lot more time on the 450 and I feel very comfortable with it. I'm ready to get back in that crazy stadium and pump those fans up again."
Like Barcia, Tomac will be running a Honda 450CRF in Bercy. This will mark just the second time Tomac has competed on a 450cc machine although he's been practicing quite a bit on the more powerful bike at Honda's test track in California.
"I'm ready to get after it," said Tomac, the first pro to win his debut race in MX competition. "I'm not going to totally judge where I stand with this bike, no matter if I win or lose, because the Bercy track is different that what we're used to in America, but it'll be good to get more time on the bike. You always learn stuff whenever you're in a true race situation.
"That Monster Cup race was a good warm-up for this event. That was a different kind of course also. I'm anxious to get there and see the layout and familiarize myself with everything. My dad (mountain bike legend John Tomac) told me the fans in Europe are extra crazy because he's been over there a couple of times, so it should be pretty cool to see."
Action begins Friday evening at Omnisport Paris.

CMX @ MotoPark

2011-10-21T20:18:00.000-04:00

SUZUKI PODIUMS AT MONSTER CUP SX

2011-10-17T09:54:00.001-04:00

From Team Suzuki

Team Rockstar Makita Suzuki celebrated a podium finish at the inaugural running of the Monster Energy Cup Supercross at Sam Boyd Stadium in Las Vegas on Saturday as Brett Metcalfe raced his Yoshimura-equipped Rockstar Makita Suzuki RM-Z450 to third overall.

This new stand-alone Supercross race capped off the 2011 season and incorporated both Motocross and Supercross styles in the lengthy track as well as the racing format. The hybrid track was the longest Supercross track ever built, and the format included Supercross heat races and main events, but the scoring was all Motocross: three 10-lap Open Class main events combined to provide riders with one overall best score.

"This was a really exciting race," said Metcalfe. "The whole Rockstar Makita Suzuki team worked great. It was really awesome to see the bike become better and better over the course of one day and seeing the team making all these changes in one race was incredible. We had a few practice sessions, and I was feeling pretty comfortable. The track was different than what I'm used to, so it was a little challenging at first. But by race time that night, I was ready to go."

The Rockstar Makita Suzuki rider started the night on a positive note by putting in an impressive ride in the first heat race. He got a great start on his Rockstar Makita Suzuki RM-Z450, led all the laps before making a small mistake at the end of the heat and finishing second. In the three main events, Metcalf continued to ride aggressively and focused races, finishing fourth in the first main, third in the second main and third in the final main. All of these results combined to hand Metcalf an impressive third-place finish overall.

"All through the heat race, I led every lap until the last lap," said Metcalfe. "Then I spun out and lost a position. But I felt good going into the main events. I knew to do well and get up on the podium it would be key to get good starts. I was able to get three pretty good starts and really come out of the first corner in a good position each time. The Rockstar Makita Suzuki RM-Z450 was unreal out there; it worked awesome for me and I'm happy with third overall. Now we have the off-season to prepare for Supercross next year. We learned a lot this weekend that we can put to use in testing and come out ready next year."

Metcalfe and the Yoshimura Suzuki team will return for the start of the 2012 AMA Supercross season on Saturday, January 7, 2012, at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California.

Monster Energy Cup Open Class Overall Results:

1. Ryan Villopoto

2. Ryan Dungey

3. Brett Metcalfe (Rockstar Makita Suzuki)

4. Martin Davalos

5. Eli Tomac

6. Kyle Chisolm

7. Nick Wey

8. Jimmy Albertson

9. Jake Weimer

10. Mike Alessi

RYAN DUNGEY DELIVERS PODIUM IN DEBUT KTM RIDE

2011-10-16T20:46:00.001-04:00

From KTM

Red Bull KTM's new US signing Ryan Dungey may have been a last minute entry for the Monster Energy Cup in the Sam Boyd Stadium in Las Vegas but achieving second overall in his first ever competition in Orange garb thrilled his manager Roger DeCoster and all of KTM's vast following.

After barely two weeks on his new KTM 450 SX-F, Dungey geared up for this inaugural Monster Energy Cup primarily to test how he stacked up against the competition. His success is a huge boost for the KTM US factory team as they start a major push into the competition

Dungey: "I'm happy with my overall result today. Of course, you always want to win, but to come out here after only two weeks on the bike and get on the podium is very exciting. We have made great progress with the bike this weekend and we know how we need to move forward with our testing from here. I'm very happy with the team so far and am looking forward to the 2012 season."

The Monster Energy Cup offered three main event races of 10 laps, with each moto counted toward the overall score. When the gate dropped for moto one, Dungey had a bad jump and got pushed to the back as they rounded the first corner. He stormed through the pack to be back in the top ten in the second corner and went on to finish third. Teammate Marvin Musquin, riding the KTM 350 SX and making his debut US ride in SX after he was locked out with injury at the beginning of 2011, finished eighth.

Dungey got away well in moto two, was second behind Ryan Villopoto and carried that position through to the checkered flag. He then blasted his KTM 450 to another great start in the final race, was third at the start behind Villopoto and Mike Alessi. Meanwhile Musquin suffered a crash in the first corner with Justin Brayton that put him out of contention. Dungey settled down to close in on Alessi and finally fought his way past over a double but by then Villopoto had got away and he had to settle for second. Villopoto took the big cash purse but Dungey's 3-2-2 moto scores earned him 2nd overall in his debut race on the KTM.

Red Bull/KTM Factory Team Manager, Roger DeCoster: "I was not so excited about coming to this race at first since we have only had two weeks on the bike, but I am glad I was convinced to come. This race gave us a good indication about what we have done well and where we need to improve. We have our work cut out for us during the next few months but I think our goal is feasible. Come Anaheim, I believe we will be in the hunt."

Next Event: Anaheim, CA – January 7, 2012 – AMA Supercross Round 1

Overall Results –

1, Ryan Villopoto

2, Ryan Dungey – KTM

3, Brett Metcalfe

4, Martin Davalos

5, Eli Tomac

Dungey to Make KTM Debut at Monster Energy Cup

2011-10-13T16:30:00.001-04:00

From KTM

MURRIETA, Ca. – KTM Motorsports announced today that 2010 Supercross class champion Ryan Dungey, of Belle Plaine, Minn., will make his Red Bull/KTM debut this Saturday night at inaugural Monster Energy Cup at Las Vegas’ Sam Boyd Stadium.

“After testing the new KTM over the past two weeks, I am feeling confident enough to compete and am really eager to see where I stack up against the competition,” mentioned Dungey. “It’s a last minute decision to race this event but the team is behind me 100% and I am excited to make my debut on the bike.”

On October 1, it was made official that Dungey will compete aboard the KTM 450 SX-F motorcycle as part of a two-year agreement after five years under the Factory Suzuki tent. Dungey, 21, will ride under the guidance of legendary team manager Roger DeCoster, who brought Dungey into the professional ranks in 2007.

“To my surprise, Ryan was eager to race the Monster Cup,” commented Red Bull/KTM Factory Team Manager Roger DeCoster. “We didn’t expect him to race after only two weeks on the bike, but he will use the event to help gauge where he stands speed-wise against the competition. It will also give the team a racing opportunity to test different set-ups with the bike prior to the opening round of the Supercross. Ryan can then take this experience to prepare his training regime this winter.”

Dungey has won every major AMA Supercross/Motocross championship and became the first rider to win the coveted Supercross class and 450cc Motocross class championship as a rookie in 2010. In the 2011 Monster Energy Supercross championship, Dungey earned one win and 12 podium finishes en route to third place overall. He has a career seven Supercross class wins and 17 podium finishes.

“I’m looking forward to riding for the new Red Bull/KTM team and working again with Roger. I am excited to start something new and am ready for the challenge. I like the way that KTM has backed Roger since he made the switch last year and I appreciate KTM’s goal of working hard to develop their race team to earn championships. I am making this switch to win races and work toward getting that championship for KTM.”

The unique hybrid track will consist of supercross/motocross terrain and will have a tremendous motocross-style influence, making it unlike any other stadium race in the world. This track will be the perfect blend of supercross and motocross combined and created into the ultimate battleground. The Monster Energy Cup posts a $250,000 purse with the winner walking away with a $100,000 check, and for the “first time ever” $1 Million will be paid to a rider that wins all three main events.

Tickets for the 2011 Monster Energy Cup can be purchased at the Thomas & Mack Center Box Office, UNLVtickets outlets, online at www.UNLVtickets.com, www.MonsterEnergyCup.com, or by phone at (702) 739-FANS. Tickets will be available at the Sam Boyd Stadium Box Office on the day of the event only.

Gemma-Lee Farrell Appointed as Miss Monster Energy Cup

2011-10-07T19:36:00.000-04:00

AURORA, Ill. (October 7, 2011) – Feld Motor Sports® announced today that Gemma-Lee Farrell, of Los Angeles, Calif., has been selected as Miss Monster Energy Cup for the inaugural Monster Energy Cup, which takes place on October 15 at Las Vegas’ Sam Boyd Stadium.

"Thanks goes out to everyone all around the world who voted for me," exclaimed Farrell. “It’s awesome that I get to serve as the first-ever Miss Monster Energy Cup. I am so excited for this historic race next weekend. The whole weekend is going to be so much fun. Vegas, here I come!"

Gemma-Lee Farrell outlasted 21 contestants throughout the 10-week search to become the first-ever Miss Monster Energy Cup

Farrell will have the honor of hoisting the 30-second board prior to each race and will greet the Monster Energy Cup’s top riders at the winner’s circle. Farrell will also be participating in various promotional events in Las Vegas the week leading up to race. Fans will have a chance to get autographs and take photos with Farrell throughout the day on Saturday.

The unique hybrid track will consist of supercross/motocross terrain and will have a tremendous motocross-style influence, making it unlike any other stadium race in the world. This track will be the perfect blend of supercross and motocross combined and created into the ultimate battleground. The Monster Energy Cup posts a $250,000, awarding the winner a $100,000 check, and for the “first time ever” $1 Million will be paid to a rider that wins all three main events.

Tickets for the 2011 Monster Energy Cup can be purchased at the Thomas & Mack Center Box Office, UNLVtickets outlets, online at www.UNLVtickets.com, www.MonsterEnergyCup.com, or by phone at (702) 739-FANS. Tickets will be available at the Sam Boyd Stadium Box Office on the day of the event only.

End of An Era - Blackfoot Racing Retires

2011-10-07T14:28:00.001-04:00

From Blackfoot

After 12 years in Canadian National Motocross, 11 of which were national championship winning seasons, Calgary-based Blackfoot Racing Inc. is retiring from their National efforts. The winningest team in the history of Canadian motocross will no longer field a multi-rider team in the CMRC National Motocross Championship.

“It is with a heavy heart and lots of soul-searching that I have come to the decision to withdraw from active motocross participation and close our National Racing Division,” said Jason Mitchell, Vice President of the Blackfoot Group of Companies, which owns and operates Blackfoot Racing Inc.

“We will always love motocross and will continue to support racing at the local level, just not at the level we have been at over the last 12 years. We are very proud of what Blackfoot Racing has accomplished and contributed to the sport. Leaving this scene is one of the hardest decisions I’ve ever had to make because it affects not just me, but a lot of other people and companies.”

“For the next few months we will be winding down the racing operations including the sale of a complete race facility, 12 years of parts, tools, machining equipment, accessories as well as the team semi.” added Mitchell. “We have had numerous inquires already, however it is our goal to sell the assets as a complete package, which for someone starting a team or looking to upgrade their racing efforts, it would be very beneficial.”

During its tenure in Canadian motocross, Blackfoot Racing not only raised the bar on operating a top-flight professional motocross team, under Mitchell’s guidance they won an impressive 18 national championships and one international title.

Since 2001, the year that Jean Sebastien Roy joined the team’s 250cc lineup (later to become MX1), Blackfoot recorded a staggering 80 overall wins, 50 of which were clean sweeps. The combined total MX1 moto wins reached 154, when Colton Facciotti won the first (and only) moto at the final round of the nationals in Walton this year.

In the volatile 125cc class, Blackfoot won the 125 West Championship with Sean Hamblin in 2000, which was the team’s first foray in the nationals scene. Four more 125 West titles followed. In the 125 East title hunt, Blackfoot claimed the championship in 2003 with Randy Valade. When the 125 East/West series was revamped as the MX2 Championship in 2008, Blackfoot proved their mettle by producing back-to-back titles in 2010 and 2011 with Tyler Medaglia.

In 2001 and 2002 Blackfoot Racing headed south of the border to campaign the American Supercross Championship during the off-season, regularly scoring top-15 results with Jean Sebastien Roy and grabbing the AMA Privateer Team of the Year Award in 2002.

In addition to winning Canadian motocross championships, Blackfoot clinched the THQ US Open 4-Stroke Championship in 2001 with Blair Morgan and won the Montreal Supercross three times with Jean Sebastien Roy.

The 2007 season was the only one without an MX1 title, but with Colton Facciotti, making his debut with the team, Blackfoot still brought home runner-up in the series. That same year they won their last 125 West Championship with Jimmy Nelson.

Mitchell applied the many years of business skills he acquired in the motorcycle industry – including co-managing Canada’s Premiere motorcycle dealership Blackfoot Motosports and assisting with Blackfoot Direct – to running a National racing team. Although Blackfoot Racing was his baby, Mitchell credits its unparalleled success to the support of his partners, the riders and people who were involved in the operation of the team.

“From day one we had really talented riders and dedicated staff members who made sure our riders had to concern themselves only with pre-season testing and campaigning the nationals. Everybody knew their job descriptions and everybody pulled their weight,” Mitchell said. “We were also surrounded by the top manufacturers and sponsors, which made our job easier knowing the support was there at all times. We cannot thank each and every one of them enough for their commitment to our team over the years.”

Mitchell continued, “It was teamwork in the true sense of the word. We had an agenda. We weren’t just in the business of racing; we were in the business of winning. It was all for one, one for all. Once you were part of our team, you were part of our family. We were all on the same page. We had only one objective and that was to be the number one family in Canadian motocross.”

MX 1 Championships

2001: 1 Jean Sebastien Roy; 2 Blair Morgan

2002: 1 Jean Sebastien Roy; 2 Blair Morgan

2003: 1 Jean Sebastien Roy; 2 Damon Huffman

2004: 1 Jean Sebastien Roy; 2 Damon Huffman

2005: 1 Jean Sebastien Roy; 3 Damon Huffman

2006: 1 Dusty Klatt; 2 Jean Sebastien Roy; 3 Blair Morgan

2008: 1 Colton Facciotti; 4 Blair Morgan

2009: 1 Colton Facciotti; 4 Blair Morgan

2010: 1 Dusty Klatt

2011: 1 Colton Facciotti; 2 Dusty Klatt

125 East & 125 West Championships

2000: 1 West, Sean Hamblin

2003: 1 East, Randy Valade

2004: 1 West, Dusty Klatt

2005: 1West, Dusty Klatt

2006: 1 West, Jimmy Nelson

2007: 1 West, Jimmy Nelson

MX2 National Champtionships

2010: 1 Tyler Medaglia

2011: 1 Tyler Medaglia

International Championships

2001: 1 Blair Morgan, THQ U.S. Open 4-stroke

www.blackfootonline.com

www.blackfootdirect.com

www.blackfootracing.com

CMRC Sandstorm 2011 @ Gopher Dunes

2011-10-07T11:02:00.001-04:00

From Gopher Dunes

The Gopher Dunes CMRC Season Finale Motocross Race is fast approaching and with some exciting additions included, it's shaping up to be the most anticipated Gopher Dunes Amateur Race of the Year! Lots of exciting things will be happening at this final race on Sunday, October 16, 2011. Read on and take note of some of these highlights and additions for this upcoming weekend event.....

As always, the main track & pee-wee track will be closed on the 3 days prior to the October 16 CMRC Race but our 'new track' location will be open for practice riding on those 3 days only: October 13, 14 & 15. Here's the chance so many of you have been waiting for -- ride our new track!! Hours for October 13 & 14: 11am to 7pm & on October 15: 11am to 4pm

Trails will also be open on these 3 days and entrance will be from the main gate.

GATE ADMISSION: (effective Saturday at 11am)

$10 per adult

$7 under 12

Free under 5

CAMPING:

$10 per vehicle

SATURDAY PRACTICE RIDING FEE:

$25 per rider

All Sat. practice riders & spectators will get wrist-banded & those departing by 4:30pm on Saturday will be refunded their gate fee. Riders must also register to practice ride at the Pro Shop upon arrival, sign waiver and pay the riding fee.

Gates lock Saturday at midnight & re-open Sunday at 6:30am.

CMRC SIGN-IN:

Saturday from 7pm to 9pm

Sunday from 6:30am to 8:30am

Mandatory Riders Meeting at 8:15am

Practice begins at 8:30am

Racing from 9:30am to 5:00pm

MINORS up to age 17: It is MANDATORY that you have completed the CMRC Minor Waiver & Parental

consent forms in 2011 and you should have a Blue Card stating that it was completed. Please bring it

with you when you register to race, otherwise you will have to complete these forms again.

What you need for registration so you are not sent to the back of the line...

• completed Entry Form & signed on back (by parent, if under 18)

• cash in hand

• if under 18, both signed Waiver Release & Parental Consent Forms or 2011 Blue Card

• if under 18, a parent must accompany you to sign the participant waiver

• racers will receive a wristband prior to exiting the registration trailer

• new racers be prepared to change your bike race # which must be displayed on your jersey/chest protector

• as well as on the front and both sides of your bike and with proper colours.

• Incorrect #'s or missing #'s may cause the rider to be scored improperly or disqualified!

• For rules, please visit: www.cmrcracing.com

OKAY, so what else is new?? You gotta check out our "all new bicycle pump track" designed and built by Travis Browning, our South African top pro downhill mountain bike racer!!

Bring out your bicycle & helmet, cause on Saturday there will be a "SCOTT Sports Bicycle Race". Competition to take place at the Beginner Track at 4:30pm. FREE Entry!

MORE yet for those that bring along their RC (remote control) car to compete in our 'longest jump competition' taking place on Saturday at 5:30pm at the Pee-Wee Track finish line jump. FREE Entry!

AND, while you're here with your RC vehicles, why not try out our newly designed Remote Control track?! (so brand new it's currently still under construction).

POSTER CONTEST: Draw your own Team Gopher Dunes Racing Poster for a chance to win prizes....3 age categories. Poster deadline is October 16 for judging. For more contest details email Barb at info@gopherdunes.com and the rules will be sent directly to you, or pick up your info & poster paper at the Gopher Dunes Pro Shop.

There's so much new stuff happening at the 'SandStorm Finale' -- it's the one event you won't want to miss!!

PLUS following the Saturday evening sign-in from 7pm to 9pm at the Pro Shop, there will be the MXP Magazine ME Cup Supercross Big Screen Live Party starting at 10pm. FREE Admission.

SO really, how much more excitement can you pack into one day?!

THEN for Sunday's CMRC Motocross Racing, there will also be a Vintage Display Show & Shine with the Vintage & Post Vintage bikes racing motos on the Pee-Wee track (full details listed below...)

and visit: http://www.offroadmotorcycles.ca/journal/2011/10/4/vintage-racers-get-ready-for-gopher-dunes-sandstorm-oct-16.html

AND we're inviting back the CMRC quad racers for some year-end competition on the pee-wee track and main track (classes listed below...)

PLUS for a little added excitement on Sunday --- we will also be featuring a "Dash for Cash" race around the main track! $5 per entrant & winner takes all!! Maximum 40 participants.

Red Bull Energy Lounge

The Red Bull crew will be attending the event and setting up their energy lounge for riders and spectators to relax at while watching some racing and sipping some back!

AND the 'Half Time Show' will once again present the "Red Bull Biggest Whip Contest" for selected Pro & Intermediate riders. There's just way too much happening at this 'Sandstorm' weekend finale, that you just don't want to miss out on -- so load up your bikes, your bicycles, your RC cars and pack your trailers and head on down to the Dunes for our final event of 2011. Spread the exciting news and we look forward to seeing you then!

We invite all 2011 CMRC Closed Club & Cross Country card holders & TVR Members to this final race of the year!!

ADDED Feature: YAMAHA Prizes to Top Racers -- Yamaha is awarding a "Yamalube TLC Kit" (includes bottle of Yamalube, air filter oil & contact cleaner) to the TOP YAMAHA RIDER in all the classes below marked with an *.

COMPETITION CLASSES:

Peewee Track

50cc (4 - 6) *

50cc (7 - 8) *

50cc Open *

65cc Novice

65cc Expert

65cc Open

ATV Mini Junior *

ATV Mini Pro *

Vintage (1974 & older)

Heritage (1975 - 84)

PW Entry Fees:

First class - $25

Second class - $20

Vintage class - $15

Main Track

ATV Junior *

ATV ProAm *

85cc (7 - 11)

85cc (12 - 16)

Supermini *

Schoolboy (12 - 16)

Youth (17 - 29)

250 Beginner

Open Beginner *

250 Junior

Open Junior *

250 Intermediate

Open Intermediate *

Open Pro *

Ladies *

Vet Junior *

Vet Master *

35+

40+

Main Entry Fees:

First Class - $30

Second Class - $25

Third Class - $20

NOTE: Payback classes (per moto) will be Youth, Vet Master, 250 Intermediate, Open Intermediate & Open Pro

All other class winners will be awarded Gopher Dunes plaques.

Forma Boots & Delft Family Montreal SX Report

2011-10-07T10:22:00.000-04:00

MD Distributions is very proud to give results from last Saturday Montreal Supercross. A lot of riders were there to represent Forma Boots and Delft Family. This race really ends up the 2011 season in a very good note.

First of all, we have to mentioned the 1st place of ATV many time Canadian Champion, Richard Pelchat. For many years Richard is working hard to get on the top of Montreal podium and it’s now done. Richard runs in first place from the beginning to the end of the race. We can see how good this victory was on the next picture.

In motocross, a lot of riders were there for Forma and Deft Family. In MX2, Tim Tremblay(53) did a really good race and end up in third place. He also raced the MX1 race, he had a really bad start but managed to go thru the pack and finish in 10th. Montreal race was Tim first race in a couple of month because of an injury.
Finising 13th in MX1 class Liam O’Farrell (22).

Finishing in 19th place, vet rider, Alexandre Durocher(55). Alexandre made the final even if he had not much practice this year. It was is 2nd or 3rd race this year

In MX2, a lot of young riders were there. Nicky Beatty(45) finishing 10th. Alexandre Morin (686) 11th, PJ Straton (35) 12th, Bradley Dool (111) 13th.

Andrew Delormier(140) made a really good 3rd position in the Junior Class and Miss Eve Brodeur(41)finished 10th in the 85cc class.

Unfortunately, many others pilots did not qualify for the finals. But for many of them they were at their first supercross experience.

Thanks everyones for this incredible season!

Marco Dubé
MD Distributions

Chesterman Indoor Pit Bike Racing

2011-10-06T17:40:00.000-04:00

For the Tillsonburg Indoor MX Track.

The Tillsonburg Indoor MX track has released their winter pit bike racing schedule, with classes for everyone from beginners to expert racers, youth and adult.

The track re-opens as of November 1st, with races held on Saturday.

Classes:
1. 4-7 50cc PW 50 and similar
2. Large Frame Pit Bike
3. 4-8 50cc KTM and similar
4. Small Frame Pit Bike
5. 7-11 65/110cc Kids
6. Midsize Super Stock Pit Bike
7. Midsize Modified Pit Bike
8. 85/150cc School Boy

Race Dates:
Oct. 29/2011
Nov. 26/2011
Jan. 7/2012
Feb. 4/2012
Mar. 3/2012
Apr. 7/2012

Practice starts at 3 pm. Races are a 3 moto format.

The track is located at 14493 Bayham Dr., Tillsonburg at Hwy. #3.

For more information checkout Chesterman Power Sports at www.chesterman.com or call 1.888.486.0633.

Yamaha Motor Co. Transfers Shares of Yamaha Motor Canada Ltd. to Yamaha Motor Corp, USA

2011-10-06T09:07:00.001-04:00

From Yamaha Motor Canada, Limited.

Toronto, ON – October 5, 2011 – The Board of Directors of Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. (YMC) have voted to transfer all shares of Yamaha Motor Canada Ltd. (YMCA), to its American subsidiary, Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. (YMUS).

The transfer, to be completed by December 31, 2011, will see YMUS assume additional responsibilities for financial reporting and audit. The move will allow YMC to draw a centralized financial report from a single North American operation, similar to their Yamaha Europe, Yamaha South America and Yamaha Asia subsidiaries.

The investment arrangement will not impact YMCA’s organizational structure. YMCA will maintain all of its current, independent responsibilities to serve the Canadian dealers and customers. The change is part of the on-going business reform process for YMC to simplify reporting for North American business.

YMCA joins nine other subsidiaries, including Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of America, Skeeter Products Inc., and Tennessee Water Craft Inc., under the YMUS ownership portfolio.

Wojo at the Great Pine

2011-10-05T11:43:00.000-04:00

Rain or shine, sun or snow, enduros go on, and on they went this past Sunday as the Offroad Ontario presented the Great Pine Enduro; a 130 kilometre run through the Ganaraska forest. The weather was as trying as the terrain; cold, windy and rainy. The conditions for riding were far from ideal, but Yamaha/Machine Racing’s Brian “Wojo” Wojnarowski was prepared.

Starting at 10 am, riders were released in groups of four, every minute, and rode the soggy, sandy transfer trails to the tests. There were six tests, each a gnarly mix of wet sand, greasy roots and mud covered rocks. The rains before and during the race caused water holes to develop in some sections, with riders digging the hole s deeper as they tried to get traction in the slick mud.

“The fire roads were a little cold,” said Wojo. “But once you got back into the tighter trail, you’d warm up again.”

After a solid ride, Wojo finished second behind KTM rider Josh Long.

“It was a very wet, cold and miserable day,” said the Yamaha rider. “But, other than that, everything went really well.”

Wojo would like to thank all of his sponsors: Yamaha, Machine Racing, LGS, Podium Grafix, Bondi Engines, Works Connection, Yamalube, Rekluse, AXO Gear, PerformX, Orthoflex, LRP and AME Grips for their support.