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2007 Honda Racing Contingency-Press Release

January 29, 2007
Torrance, California

For immediate release:



Honda Rider’s Club of America 2007 Contingency Program tops $10,000,000



The Honda Riders Club of America™ (HRCA®) is posting 10 million dollars in

racing contingency awards for 2007. The dash-for-cash rewards scores of

Honda-mounted professional and amateur motorcycle and ATV riders at nearly

700 events across the country representing all the major racing

disciplines, including AMA-sanctioned Supercross, motocross, enduro, dirt

track, Supermoto, roadracing, drag racing and ATV.



“The HRCA Contingency Program represents a significant investment in the

future of racing in America,�?? said HRCA Manager Bill Savino. “Many of

todays top Honda athletes rose through the ranks of their sport with the

backing of Honda’s contingency program and we’re proud to support the many

competitors who receive our assistance today.�??



Supercross tops the payout charts with Pro racers receiving $50,000 for a

single race win, and Lites Pro racers can earn $25,000 per win. Of special

note, this year Honda is offering a $25,000 Championship bonus for both the

AMA GNCC and the AMA GNCC ATV XC1Pro class Series Champions. HRCA will be

providing trackside support to all Honda Riders at posted Amateur

Nationals.



“Honda is also proud to recognize our sponsor support from Visa,�?? said

Savino. “Their debit card program allows instant access to Red Rider

Rewards dollars and it’s accepted at more than 32 million places.�?? Now in

its 7th  year, the HRCA Visa program also provides online account access

for reward payment and transaction tracking, payment alert via text message

or email and 24/7/365 customer support.



For all the details, go to www.hondaredriders.com and click on the

“Contingency Program�?? button in the right-hand column. Downloadable claim

forms make it easy to sign up and receive payments. Winnings will be issued

through the HRCA Red Rider Visa Rewards Card, a debit card that can be used

at any Honda Dealer or anywhere Visa® is accepted.



For more information call the Honda Red Rider hotline @ 310-781-5111