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AMA Red Bull Supermoto Championship registration information Applications to participate in the 2003 AMA Red Bull Supermoto Championship are available on AMA Pro Racing's website at www.amaproracing.com/ridersonly. Teams and riders interested in the series should log on and click the "Forms" link at the top of the page. Current AMA Pro Racing license holders have been sent competition forms by mail. Anyone else interested in the series should access the information online. AMA Pro Racing Associate Director of Commercial Development Chris Bradley states this is the first step for anyone wishing to participate in this all-new AMA championship. "As we have said, the AMA Red Bull Supermoto Championship will break new ground in its overall presentation. From the look and feel of the races to various aspects of the competition format, we are approaching this series differently. Instructions on sign-up, how to apply for an AMA Pro Racing license and the differences between this competition format and other AMA Pro Racing championships are explained by visiting this site," said Bradley. The AMA Red Bull Supermoto Championship is AMA Pro Racing's newest championship series and was introduced at Daytona in early March. Supermoto is a unique form of motorcycle competition that includes both paved and dirt sections in the course. Top riders have committed to participating in the series with the inaugural event taking place the weekend of July 11-13 at the Mazda Raceway at Laguna Seca in conjunction with the AMA/World Superbike event. "Interest in this championship has been overwhelming," says Bradley. "Many riders have already contacted us wanting to know how to get involved. When you launch a new series with sponsors like Red Bull and KTM, a complete TV package and rider participation that includes current and former national and international champions, you are definitely on the right track." Each round of the series will be televised on the Outdoor Life Network. Energy drink maker Red Bull North America and KTM Sportmotorcycles USA have signed on as sponsors. Bradley points out that AMA Pro Racing will adopt a team-oriented approach for the series. This will ensure a more functional relationship between AMA Pro Racing and its stakeholders. Individual riders can participate by simply organizing as a team. "This is another example of how AMA Pro Racing is taking a leadership role in the management of its various racing properties," says Bradley.
Supermoto Participants Frequently Asked Questions Will I be considered a team if I am a rider and the team owner? Yes. A rider also owning the team is considered a team and must complete a Team Participation Agreement. In fact, every rider participating in AMA Supermoto will be considered affiliated with a Team. Due to the format of the Team Championship, we strongly encourage single rider/owners teams to "team up" with one or more other single rider/teams to create a two person team to reap the benefits. There are two versions of the rider license application, as a rider which one do I fill out? If you hold a current 2003 AMA Pro Racing license in Road Race, Flat Track, Supercross, Motocross or Hillclimb, you need to complete the "Short Form". If you do not hold a 2003 AMA Pro Racing license, you need to fill out the license application labeled "Long Form". I had a Pro license in 2002 but didn't renew for 2003. Can I still get a Supermoto License? Yes. You can obtain a license by completing the Long Form Application, including the eligibility section. If I am a team owner, what do I need to do? Complete a Team Participation Agreement and Application for Competition Number(s), pre-enter your riders via the Team Entry Forms available online, and complete a Team Manager credential application. Can I purchase a Supermoto license at the event? No. It is our company's policy that we do not issue licenses on-site at any AMA Pro Racing events. Can my team post-enter at each qualifying round? Post entries will be accepted at each of the five qualifying rounds providing you possess a 2003 Supermoto license prior to post-entering. You will need to complete the appropriate paperwork at the event, which includes a team application, purchase a number plate from AMA Pro Racing if necessary, and pay a larger fee than those who pre-enter. What does my mechanic need to do? Crew Member applications are available online. If the Crew Member currently holds a 2003 AMA Pro Racing crew member license in one of the other disciplines, he or she only need to complete the two-page application and submit the appropriate fees. If they are not currently licensed, they will need to complete the application as well as submit an original annual participant release, one recent passport photo and the appropriate fees. How does an individual win a championship under this format? An AMA championship will be awarded to an individual rider in all classes. Riders will qualify for the Las Vegas championship round (winner takes all format) based on accumulated points from the five qualifying rounds leading up to the finale. After the five qualifying rounds are completed, the top 75 riders in points from each class will be eligible to compete in the finale. The winner of the final round will be crowned champion. The second championship is a Team Championship. The Team Championship will be based on aggregate points from each team's top two finishing riders at the six events scheduled for 2003. How are Competition Numbers assigned? Competition numbers will be assigned to each team based on their requests submitted on the "Team Participation Agreement and Application for Competition Number(s)". Priority will be given to those who meet the May 30, 2003 deadline on the form. Past champions riding for AMA Supermoto teams in 2003 will also receive priority numbering assuming they meet the deadline. Should two past champions request the same competition number in 2003, a random lottery will be conducted to assign the competition number. The form allows the team to provide a first and second choice for competition number(s). Who is responsible for filling out the pre-entry form and who will receive purse money? Team Owners/Managers are responsible for submitting Pre-entry forms. Any changes and/or correspondence regarding Riders and the Team must be made by the Team Owner or designated Team Manager. Purse and championship bonus monies will be paid directly to the Team Owner. It is up to the Team Owner to determine how funds are distributed to the riders. How do I obtain the special number plates required for each class? AMA Pro Racing recommends you purchase your Number Plate from DeCal Works by calling 800-843-8244. DeCal Works has agreed to produce the plates for a nominal fee, and will place your last name and competition number on the plate for you. Other vendors have been supplied the appropriate artwork as well. The specifications and design are also available online at www.amaproracing.com by clicking on the AMA Supermoto logo.
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