Kawasaki announces that after constructive talks between Kawasaki, Dorna and other involved parties, a new one-rider Team will participate in the 2009 MotoGP Championship season. This decision was made after negotiations that followed Kawasaki’s January 2009 announcement to suspend its factory supported MotoGP activities due to the economic crisis. Rider for the new MotoGP team will be the Italian Marco Melandri.
The team will be equipped with Kawasaki motorcycles and supporting materials. That Kawasaki has come to this new team approach is the result of on the one hand the need for a strong reduction of MotoGP racing investments and on the other hand the necessity to come to constructive solutions for all related parties.
The new team will disclose more details about its 2009 season’s plans on a short notice
 Motorcycle enthusiasts heading to Florida to enjoy Daytona Beach Bike Week will have a host of events to enjoy as it kicks off the two-wheeled calendar tomorrow.
Just one small area of the event will feature historic night racing, free demo rides and displays as well as charity parade laps, while the traveling 80 percent Vietnam Veterans Memorial highlight the activities during Daytona 200 Week By Honda Feb. 27 – March 7 at historic Daytona International Speedway.
Here’s a look at some of the activities that will be taking place at “The World Center of Racing†that are a must-see for motorcycle enthusiasts:… More info
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American Honda extends an invitation to all Motorcycle enthusiasts to join us at Daytona Bike Week, the kickoff event for the 2009 professional Road Race season. Located in the premier spot at the main entrance to Daytona International Speedway, Honda will once again feature a huge display full of the newest products …Â More info
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Buell racers from around the country are gearing up for the 2009 race season, which kicks off at Daytona International Speedway during Daytona Bike Week February 28 through March 6.
In AMA Pro Racing action, the 2009 season opens with a paradigm shift as new series management and class structures debut at Daytona on Wednesday, March 4. The historic Daytona 200 moves to a thrilling new nighttime run under the lights on …Â More info