Clem's Enumclaw Powersports: May 2012

Ricky Carmichael to Run Suzuki Training Camp

American Suzuki Motor Corporation is offering Suzuki amateur motocross racers the chance to attend the first-ever Suzuki Camp Carmichael - a special riding school with legendary Motocross and Supercross racer Ricky Carmichael at his private training facility in Tallahassee, Florida.

The event is being run in conjunction with Suzuki's recently-announced $4.2 million Motocross Contingency Program and scheduled for the week prior to the 2012 Winter National Olympics (Mini O's). For racers that will be going to Mini O's afterwards, there will be space reserved for Suzuki Camp Carmichael riders at Gatorback.

Said Carmichael: "I'm really excited to team up with Suzuki and have the opportunity to put together such a great program as Suzuki Camp Carmichael. Suzuki's RM and RM-Z product is the best out there and the Camp is a great chance for riders of all ages to race, have fun, earn contingency and hone their skills at my track. I'm really looking forward to my upcoming Daytona Amateur Supercross event and the Suzuki Camp Carmichael later this year."

ASMC amateur race support manager Pat Alexander added: "We at Suzuki are very excited about Suzuki Camp Carmichael. Over the years, Suzuki has enjoyed a very special relationship with Ricky Carmichael; who definitely is the Greatest Of All Time. Our factory-supported Supercross and Motocross teams have benefitted greatly from Carmichael's talent and training; and now we are delighted to share that with our amateur racers. Our hope is that Suzuki Camp Carmichael will be a unique and valuable experience for a select group of young riders fortunate enough to train directly with the GOAT. No doubt about it, 2012 is the year to race a Suzuki!"

To be eligible, riders must purchase a new RM or RM-Z motocross bike, sign up for the 2012 Suzuki Motocross Contingency Program at www.suzukicycles.com/racing and then go racing. For every contingency dollar they earn, racers also earn one point toward the Camp. At the end of the racing season, the 24 riders - twelve 85cc riders and twelve 250/ 450cc riders - with the most points will win a spot to Suzuki Camp Carmichael and receive one-on-one instruction from Carmichael himself. Throughout the season, racers can monitor their contingency dollars and Camp points by visiting www.suzukicycles.com or Suzuki Scoop on Facebook.

Points for Suzuki Camp Carmichael will be awarded based on contingency earned from November 1st, 2011 to September 30th, 2012. Any event that Suzuki pays contingency for during these program dates will earn points towards Suzuki Camp Carmichael and ASMC will announce the winners on October 15th.

About Ricky Carmichael:
Ricky Carmichael won 102 American Motorcycle Association (AMA) Motocross Nationals and 48 AMA Supercross Main Events for a record 150 major wins between 1997 and 2007. The Tallahassee, Florida resident won 10 AMA Motocross Championships and five AMA Supercross crowns, giving him a record 15 major titles in his career. After retiring from professional motocross racing, he began pursuing a career in auto racing and was named the 2009 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Most Popular Driver.

Currently, Carmichael is a regular in the TV booth providing co-commentary on CBS and Speed Channel's Supercross coverage. As for motocross, he will forever be known as "The Goat" which stands for Greatest Of All Time. www.rickycarmichael.com

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Polaris reveals 2013 800 Pro-RMK 155

Polaris has revealed changes to its 2013 800 Pro-RMK 155, the company’s flagship mountain snowmobile.

Medina, MN - Industry News from Polaris PowerSports Business Polaris has revealed changes to its 2013 800 Pro-RMK 155, the company’s flagship mountain snowmobile. The sled is a deep-snow machine, with a new drivetrain, revised ergonomics and a dry weight of 417 pounds. It features a QuickDrive Low Inertia Drive System, which uses a maintenance-free belt and nickel-plated pulleys that take the place of two sprockets and a chain inside a chaincase. The belt is similar to the one used in Victory Motorcycles. The QuickDrive weighs 6.5 pounds less than the system it replaced and has a 20 percent reduction in inertia.
Other new features include bonded lower A arms, expanded use of carbon fiber and a Pro-Lite Seat that’s five inches shorter, 2.5 inches wider at the front, lighter and stronger. The 800 Pro-RMK 155 also includes a new Powder Trac running board that has more open space and a high-traction finish and can be removed and replaced if damaged.
The sled is powered by an 800 Cleanfire engine and is built on the ultra-stiff PRO-RIDE Chassis. The RMK Coil-Over Rear Suspension delivers outstanding floatation and deep-snow performance and an improved on-trail ride, according to Polaris. The Adjustalbe IFS has a ski stance adjustable to 39, 40 and 41 inches. The suspension is equipped with Walker Evans shocks.
The 800 Pro-Ride RMK 155 is the first sled of Polaris’ 2013 line to be launched. The rest of the line will be unveiled March 5.

AMA Women & Motorcycling Conference

The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) has added more special-rate hotels for the upcoming International Women & Motorcycling Conference. The conference, which takes place July 26-29 in Carson City, Nev., is the nation's premier event for women riders, featuring inspirational speakers, great roads, demo rides, product showcases and unmatched camaraderie.

Carson City, Nev - Industry News from the American Motorcyclist Association The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) has added more special-rate hotels for the upcoming International Women & Motorcycling Conference. The conference, which takes place July 26-29 in Carson City, Nev., is the nation's premier event for women riders, featuring inspirational speakers, great roads, demo rides, product showcases and unmatched camaraderie.
"We are thrilled with the response that we are getting from women riders around the country and beyond," said Tigra Tsujikawa, AMA marketing manager. "Although the host hotel, the Gold Dust West, has now sold out, there are many other hotels just as conveniently located that are offering our conference attendees special rates."
Through April 30, AMA members can rack up significant savings through member-only pre-registration, which offers a discounted price of $125 to attend the conference. After April 30, that fee increases to $175.
Included in the registration fee to the AMA International Women & Motorcycling Conference is entry to seminars, the marketplace and moto action center, the Saturday Women's Health Fair, priority registration for manufacturer demo rides, the Friday night cook-out and Saturday night Closing Celebration banquet, as well as a conference t-shirt and gift bag. Full conference details, as well as info on how to become an AMA member, are available at www.americanmotorcyclist.com/events/womenandmotorcycling .