Moto Innovations

Drummonds, TN – Moto Innovations has partnered with EBR Performance and Team Sakai Racing to debut a new race team for the 2011 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Series.  Moto Innovations, EBR Performance, Team Sakai Racing bring together more than 75 years of industry knowledge and expertise, along with a core commitment to the sport and a true drive for competition.

Moto Innovations is known for the Ankle-Saver® Foot Peg, an innovative product designed around the athlete’s safety.  The newest of the three partners, Moto Innovations has experienced growth in the industry over the past year and is positioned to continue to expand within all areas of off road biking.  “After traveling with our riders to the East Coast rounds of the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series, we were certain that continuing this path of competition was right for us,” says Tom Crain of Moto Innovations. “We are excited to partner with EBR and Team Sakai, both who bring with them many years of experience.”

EBR Performance (www.ebrperformance.com) is known as the ULTIMATE MOTOCROSS RACE SHOP in the Central United States.  With numerous championships under their belt, along with a long list of top five national finishes, EBR brings this race team unmatched trackside support. Established in 1997, EBR has a long history of expertise in motocross engine and suspension modifications.  Owner Josh Rogers is excited to support the race team as they strive for top finishes in the 2011 season.

Team Sakai Racing’s motto is “helping the young guns achieve their goals” and Mike Burgess lives this motto with his support of up and coming athletes.  The Burgess family has been a name in the industry since the 1960’s.  “I see this opportunity as a long term commitment for Team Sakai Racing,” said Burgess.  “Our plan is to focus our efforts with Moto Innovations and EBR Performance to give these athletes the best opportunity to succeed.”

Riding for Moto Innovations, EBR Performance, Team Sakai Racing for the 2011 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Series will be Lance Vincent #245 (Youngsville, LA) and Johnny Moore #140 (Madison, MS). Vincent joins the team following a stellar Supercross season. With the support of Kilbarger Racing, Rich and the crew at Rockwell, Shaun Hall at High Desert Services and HHR’s (Honda of Houston Racing) Naveen, Shaun, Dave and team, Vincent finished the East Coast series in 8^th overall, and grabbed an 7^th place finish in the main and another 7^th place finish in the East/West Shootout in Vegas on May 7^th. Moore traveled with Moto Innovations with additional support from long time sponsor, Got Gear Motosports, throughout the East Coast rounds of SX, and has shown tremendous growth throughout the season.  He finished the season with a main event showing in Vegas, and is prepared for an exciting season of outdoor racing.

To hear from the riders themselves, tune in to MX Talk Radio (www.mxtalkradio) on Tuesday, May 10^th (10 pm EST), where they will sit down with Steve Flanders and the MX Talk Radio crew to chat about the team and upcoming plans.

Things didn’t exactly go as planned for sponsored rider Gared Steinke at Salt Lake City’s round 8 SX West Coast Lites race.  You’ll remember Gared from his earlier successes out west, finishing 11^th in Oakland and his 10^th place finish in Seattle just a week ago.  Heading into Salt Lake City, Gared was stoked and ready to be a real contender in the main event.  Unfortunately, bike problems were the theme of the day.  That, compounded by a very tough and technical track, made it difficult for Gared, a privateer rider looking to battle with his factory supported competitors.

The picture below was captured by Vital MX’s GuyB (www.vitalmx.com) and shows very clearly what a tough day it was for Gared.  What is most notable about this picture is that Gared rode this out – yes, that’s right, he SAVED it.

In an email from Gared, he commented that it was the Ankle-Saver^® Foot Pegs that made the difference. “Things didn’t go too well in SLC. I had bike problems with my engine all day!! I didn’t make the main, but here is a picture of me from practice. I almost crashed but as you can see my feet are on the extra part of the peg proving that your pegs are really awesome!!”

Just another fine example of why Ankle-Savers^® are an important part to have on the bike. Look for the Moto Innovations team at the last round of SX in Las Vegas on May 7^th, and stay tuned for exciting information about the outdoor national series coming soon!

Deep into the East Coast rounds of the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series, the Moto Innovations team continues to bring attention to Ankle-Saver^® Foot Pegs.  Team riders Johnny Moore 140 and Jake Lowry 231 have been competing in the Supercross Lites class for the 2011 season.  The Ankle-Savers^® rig has become a staple in the pits, and many riders are taking notice.

JMo grabs the holeshot in the Indy LCQ

The pegs make a nice fit for riders in any venue – providing the right support and comfort on all obstacles.  The feedback from the pros is that you never really notice the pegs, until of course you need to notice them.  Come up short, and the pegs are there to prevent injury.  Find the need to get back a little further on the bike, and the aft portion of the peg lets you do just that!  To date, several riders in the series are sporting the pegs.  In addition to Moore and Lowry, you will see Ankle-Savers^® on the bikes of Teddy Parks 247, Alex Ray 314, Kyle Gills 521, Hunter Clements 93 and AJ Cantanzaro 330.  Not to forget those West Coast guys – there’s Gared Steinke 726 and Preston Mull 565.

Cantanzaro sporting his new pegs

Lowry and Moore head out for practice in Indy

4 rounds left of East Coast SX and the Ankle-Savers^® will be at all except Toronto.  This gives riders plenty more opportunities to see the pegs on the track before we head outdoors.  If you are attending a SX in the near future, look for the Moto Innovations team in the pits, and watch for the Ankle-Savers^® pegs on the track!