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The Yamaha/ITP QuadCross Championship Series kicked off two new 250cc class racing series on June 21, 2008, at the Speedworld MX Park in Surprise, Ariz.

Series champions of both the new 250cc Production Air-Cooled Limited and new 250cc Production Air-Cooled Modified Pro-Am classes will win a new Yamaha Raptor 250 ATV*.

The Raptor 250 sport ATV was first released last fall and has quickly become a favorite sport ATV for many while earning countless industry praise and best-in-class awards.

The new QuadCross classes are a result of the renewed excitement surrounding 250cc machines and the new Raptor.

“Yamaha is excited to see the new 250cc classes in the QuadCross series and we fully expect a Raptor 250 to win every race,” said Steve Nessl, marketing manager for Yamaha’s ATV/SxS group. “The Raptor 250 is the only machine in its class built from the ground up to be a true sport machine. No other stock machine with a 250cc engine compares.”

Yamaha is a title sponsor of the nine-race series that runs through November 30, 2008.

In addition to providing the two Raptor 250 machines as championship prizes, Yamaha is also covering the entry fees for the top five pro and top three expert riders on Raptor 250 ATVs in the Pro-Am class. Criteria for the two classes include:

• 250cc Production Air-Cooled Limited: modifications limited to exhaust pipe, tires, wheels and handlebars; amateurs only; no pro or expert racers.
• 250cc Production Air-Cooled Modified Pro-Am: chassis and engine modifications allowed; 250cc maximum displacement; pro and expert racers only.

For more information on the Yamaha QuadCross Championship Series go to:
www.yamaha-motor.com/quadcross or www.itpquadcross.com.

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Along with the 2009 QuadSport LT-Z400 introduction, American Suzuki Motor Corporation has also announced a new Z400 accessory line that will make this great track, sand and trail quad even better.

The following accessories will fit all QuadSport Z400s from 2003 through 2009 model years.

QuadSport Z400 Genuine Suzuki Accessories

A-Arm Guards

Heavy-duty, lightweight, 5052 H32 aluminum guards help protect your front A Arms. No drilling required – easy installation.
Part Number: 99950-70507
$98.95

Full Length Aluminum Skid Plate

Help protect the frame, engine and other components of your Z400 from damage caused by rocks and debris. Lightweight custom designed 5052 H32 Aluminum Skid Plate provides greater coverage than the original skid plate for added protection.
Part Number: 99950-70414
$104.95

Swingarm Skid Plate

Built from durable 3/16″ 5052 H32 aluminum, Swingarm Skid Plate helps protect your drive train and rear brake disc. Bolt-on installation in minutes.
Part Number: 99950-70425
$153.95

Rear Shock Link Skid Plate

5052 H32 aluminum Rear Shock Link Skid Plate helps protect your rear shock linkage from impact with terrain. Simple bolt-on installation.
Part Number: 99950-70399
$29.95

Large Front Bumper

Large Front Bumper is built from 6063 T52 aluminum for light weight and strength. Replaces stock bumper.
Part Number: 99950-70402
$129.95

Small Front Bumper

6063 T52 aluminum competition style Front Bumper replaces the stock bumper.
Part Number: 99950-70403
$89.95

Nerf Bars

Lightweight, durable 6063 T52 aluminum Nerf Bars feature tube construction and heavy-duty nylon webbing.
Part Number: 990A0-43009
$222.95

Prices in US dollars.

Gorman, CA – A memorial ride day has been scheduled for July 12th at the Gorman Motocross Track in honor of the late Rich Caselli.

Come celebrate his life, support his 2008 ISDE Team, and enjoy free food with his family and friends. Rich was a humble man with a big heart that loved to see people smile and would only want to see his friends and family enjoy his life and the time he shared with all of us.

Rich’s son, Kurt Caselli, will take one final lap aboard Rich’s bike at 10:30am in memory of his father. Rich was the key man in the development of this year’s ISDE Team and in honor of his ongoing efforts to fund the team and give the U.S.A. the best possible overseas presence, all proceeds raised during the ride day will go toward the funding of the 2008 ISDE Team.

The track opens at 9am with a normal gate fee for those who want to ride an open track and free admission to all others. The bench racing and BBQ will start at noon. Rich’s Trophy Team will be in full force and accepting all donations.

The riders in attendance will include Nathan Woods, Destry Abbott, Ricky Dietrich, Jimmy Jarrett, Kurt Caselli and David Kamo. For more on I-5 MX at Gorman and directions to the facility, please visit www.i5mx.com.

If you are unable to attend and would like to make a contribution in Rich Caselli’s name, you can donate via paypal to the following email kcn1a@aol.com or send a check to the following address:

Caselli Racing
1245 Coventry Pl.
Palmdale, Ca 93551

This is a wonderful opportunity to ride for a man who was a true enthusiast of the sport and has dedicated much of his life to improving the U.S. off-road racing efforts.

The Caselli family would like to thank everyone who has shown concern for their family in this difficult time as they feel blessed to have so many friends in the industry to help them through this loss.

For more on the 2008 ISDE USA team, please visit www.isde2008.gr/

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A winning partnership – Kolpin Powersports is excited to announce its sponsorship of 2008 Champion Off Road Racing (CORR) Pro Lite driver – #15 Marty Hart.

Mart Hart’s achievements are unprecedented in the world of off-road racing. Hart took the 2007 WSORR Rookie of the Year Pro Lite after a season of strong performances, but that is just another accomplishment in a list going back to 1983!

Career highlights include:

– 1983-1988 American Honda Factory Rider
– 1984 Score Baja 1000 Overall & 250cc ATV class first 3-wheel team to beat all 4-wheel cars/trucks
– 1984-85-86 AATVA Grand National Championship 250cc
– 1989 Mickey Thompson Off-Road Grand Prix Series Championship 4-wheelers
– 1990 Score Off-Road Series Class 5 Championship
– 2005 ESPN Great Outdoor Games: Gold Medal winner Terracross Event
– 2005 Rookie of the Year – W.E. Rock

“I have personally known Marty for some time and know first hand that his personal attributes perfectly align with the Kolpin brand – determined, never compromising, quality, innovative and durable. This sponsorship provides us exposure to the strong demographic crossover between off-road race fans and ATV/UTV enthusiasts. Additionally, Marty is not only a former ATV racer, but an avid user of ATV’s and UTV’s, which will provide us valuable product development input,” stated Tom Lutes, President/CEO of Kolpin. Kolpin looks forward to cheering this racing legend on to victories in the 2008 season.

The 2008 Championship Off Road Racing (CORR) season consists of 8 races at the following venues: Fairplex in Pomona on April 26-27, June 7-8 and August 16-17, Las Vegas on May 17-18 and Oct 25-26, and Chula Vista on July 26-27, Sept 13-14 and Dec 6-7. All CORR races receive extensive coverage on the SPEED channel and NBC Sports throughout the 2008 season.

Kolpin Powersports® Inc. is a growth-oriented marketer and manufacturer of innovative ATV and UTV accessories. After more than 60 years, we continue to innovate and engineer only the highest quality accessories. Kolpin Powersports remains the leader in ATV and UTV product development and has repeatedly redefined the industry with patented innovations such as the world-renowned Gun Boot® cases and brackets, Stealth Exhaust, DirtWorks™ System and a large assortment of ATV and UTV accessories.