K&N News - February 6, 2009 4:00 AM - 139011
K&N News January 30, 2009 4:00 AM - February 6, 2009 4:00 AM <http://www.knfilters.com/images/KNLogo.gif> _____ RACING NEWS _____ Professional Motorcycle Stunt Rider Jessica Maine Shares Her Thoughts on K&N Filters <http://www.knfilters.com/news/news.aspx?ID=1789> Tuesday - February 3, 2009 10:38 AM Jessica Maine - Professional Motorcycle Stunt Rider <http://www.knfilters.com/images/press/JessicaMaine1.jpg> Jessica Maine - Professional Motorcycle Stunt Rider Professional Motorcycle Stunt Rider Jessica Maine is a self professed motorhead. Early on, she was interested in engines and horsepower. Driving around in her Nissan Maxima, she would pretend it was a rally car until she destroyed its transmission. She went on to blow the motor of a 98 Cobra Mustang. Then, after seeing a bike pass her car on the freeway up on one wheel, Jessica knew that a motorcycle was going to be her next driving adventure. She became one of only a handful of professional female stunt riders, but stopped competing in order to do exhibition and event work, even becoming the spokesperson for Von Dutch Kustom Cycles. Jessica Maine performing a wheelie for the crowd <http://www.knfilters.com/images/press/JessicaMaine2.jpg> Jessica Maine performing a wheelie for the crowd Maine has found much success and she is thrilled to be sponsored by K&N. "I remember the first aftermarket part that I bought for my Maxima was a K&N filter and I rigged it myself to make it like a Cold Air induction system. I thought I was the coolest chick driving in my 4 door sedan! Now to actually be supported by K&N blows my mind." Jessica owns several bikes, all of which are outfitted with K&N filters. Her 2004 Yamaha YZF R6 is her prized possession. "I learned how to wheelie and did my first track days on her," says Maine. "I only use K&N filters on my bikes, and even my trucks and I can really tell the difference. I swap out my stock air filters and immediately feel the increase in horsepower." When asked about what the future holds, Maine says she has some exciting projects in the works, including making a documentary about the stunt riding lifestyle from a woman's point of view, and some TV appearances. "It's definitely cool being on television, but nothing beats having little kids ask me for an autograph. I was the first female to scrap the bar, park a bike on the 12 bar, and the first to use a hand brake, but there's always something else to accomplish. K&N makes great products and my association with them adds validity to my name and to my sport. K&N keeps me up on one wheel!" Find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N application search <http://www.knfilters.com/search/appsearch.aspx> then use the K&N dealer search <http://www.knfilters.com/search/dealersearch.aspx> to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world. [Email This Story - Professional Motorcycle Stunt Rider Jessica Maine Shares Her Thoughts on K&N Filters] <http://www.knfilters.com/news/email.aspx?ID=1789> _____ The Godfather of Thunder Nationals Strong in Monster Jam at Alltel Arena <http://www.knfilters.com/news/news.aspx?ID=1788> Tuesday - February 3, 2009 6:13 AM Iron Warrior driven by Trey Myers is part of the Black Stallion Team <http://www.knfilters.com/images/press/vaters12.jpg> Iron Warrior driven by Trey Myers is part of the Black Stallion Team Michael Vaters said he always finds time for his fans at Monster Jam Events <http://www.knfilters.com/images/press/vaters14.jpg> Michael Vaters said he always finds time for his fans at Monster Jam Events Michael Vaters is also known as The Godfather of Thunder Nationals to his fans <http://www.knfilters.com/images/press/vaters16.jpg> Michael Vaters is also known as The Godfather of Thunder Nationals to his fans Black Stallion took the wins in Monster Jam racing, wheelie and freestyle contests at the Alltel Arena in Little Rock, Arkansas <http://www.knfilters.com/images/press/vaters13.jpg> Black Stallion took the wins in Monster Jam racing, wheelie and freestyle contests at the Alltel Arena in Little Rock, Arkansas Michael Vaters is continually designing and improving truck parts for the Monster Jam Circuit <http://www.knfilters.com/images/press/vaters15.jpg> Michael Vaters is continually designing and improving truck parts for the Monster Jam Circuit Iron Warrior Driver Trey Myers also made time for fans at the sold out Monster Jam event in Little Rock <http://www.knfilters.com/images/press/vaters17.jpg> Iron Warrior Driver Trey Myers also made time for fans at the sold out Monster Jam event in Little Rock The Thunder Nationals Monster Jam featured six monster trucks at the Alltel Arena in Little Rock, Arkansas. Black Stallion, Iron Warrior, Raminator, Rammunition, Predator and Prowler were in the spotlight. Michael Vaters, owner and driver of Black Stallion showed the fans in Little Rock why he is known as the Godfather of the Thunder Nationals. The K&N sponsored driver took wins in Racing and Wheelie contest Friday night. Vaters also took wins in Wheelie and freestyle contests Saturday night. Vaters uses K&N air and oil filters on his Monster Trucks. "Over my many years in this business I've used a lot of products, but K&N is the one that can handle the dirty and dusty environment during Monster Jam competitions," said Vaters. "We are known nationwide for our wild and crazy driving and the ability to push our engines to the limit. We're hard on our motors and K&N gives us the protection we need for competition." The packed crowd was treated to some incredible action as the night began with a huge Wheelie contest. The drivers were up against a long narrow arena that took a lot of skill to navigate through. Iron Warrior driven by Trey Myers was the first one out. He slammed the stack and scored a 10 point run. Prowler, driven by Lenny Kuider scored a nine point run. Geremie Dishman drove Rammunition up to the line and the big hemi powered Dodge flew across the stack line to finish with a 16 point run. When Mark Hall came to the line and scored 18. It was still not over, Dale Mitchell pulled out Predator and scored a strong 16. "The crowd was in a fever pitch and knew we had a horse in the barn," said Vaters. "That horse was Black Stallion. I reared up and sky rocked by Ford to the win with a 20 point run." Friday Monster Wheelie results: 1. Black Stallion 2. Raminator 3. (Tie) Rammunition/Predator 4. Iron Warrior 5. Prowler Monster Donut results: 1. Raminator 2. Predator 3. Black Stallion 4. Iron Warrior 5. Prowler On Saturday, the stadium was packed to capacity. "When the crowd entered the building it looked like a Monster Jam palace," said Vaters. "When they left it looked like a Monster Truck junkyard. It was a smashing testimonial to the raw talent of the six men and their monster size chariot's of destruction." The judges wanted big air and held the drivers to task. Each one slammed his truck into the stack and the crowd was going crazy, said Vaters. Saturday Monster Wheelie results: 1. Black Stallion 2. Predator 3. Raminator Monster Racing results: 1. Rammunition 2. Black Stallion Monster Freestyle results: 1. Black Stallion 2. Rammunition 3. Iron Warrior Michael Vaters and the Black Stallion Team will next be in Albany, New York. Find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N application search <http://www.knfilters.com/search/appsearch.aspx> then use the K&N dealer search <http://www.knfilters.com/search/dealersearch.aspx> to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world. [Email This Story - The Godfather of Thunder Nationals Strong in Monster Jam at Alltel Arena] <http://www.knfilters.com/news/email.aspx?ID=1788> _____ NASCAR Camping World Truck Series at Daytona International Speeway <http://www.knfilters.com/news/news.aspx?ID=1787> Monday - February 2, 2009 10:01 AM In the 2009 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series, James Buescher will be the driver of the No. 10 International MaxxForce Diesel Ford F-150 for Circle Bar Racing. NASCAR Camping World Truck Series driver James Buescher <http://www.knfilters.com/images/press/buescher1.jpg> NASCAR Camping World Truck Series driver James Buescher Buescher will team with series veteran Rick Crawford, who will drive the No. 14 International Truck and Engine F-150. Buescher is on the hunt for Raybestos Rookie-of-the-Year honors with veteran crew chief James Jones. Jones has more than 25 years of racing experience and has a proven track record working with young racing talent all the way to victory lane. Buescher is only 18-years-old, but has an accomplished racing resume. He won national championships Bandoleros, Legend Cars and Late Models. In 2007 he was the youngest winner in ARCA RE/MAX Series history at USA International Speedway in Lakeland, Florida. In 2008, Buescher completed six NASCAR Nationwide Series races. "As a driver, we are expected to perform on the race track," said Buescher. "However, we are only as good as the parts and pieces that make up our trucks. At Circle Bar Racing, we only use K&N Filters in our Roush-Yates engines to provide the ultimate on-track performance. Our engine tuners performed off-season dyno testing that proves we receive maximum horsepower and reliability when we use K&N products in our Fords." Circle Bar Racing was established in 1978 and has competed in the Indianapolis 500, CART and NASCAR. "Circle Bar Racing has its roots in Ozona, Texas," said Lisa Mitchell, Chief Operating Officer. "To have James, a true Texan, represent us is special. We're looking for James to learn from Rick, make a strong bid for Rookie of the Year and add to the rich racing heritage my father established. Tom Mitchell has prided himself on helping drivers establish themselves in the sport and we feel that Circle Bar Racing can do the same for James." The 2009 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series commences on February 13 at Daytona International Speedway. It will be televised live on SPEED-TV. Find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N application search <http://www.knfilters.com/search/appsearch.aspx> then use the K&N dealer search <http://www.knfilters.com/search/dealersearch.aspx> to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world. [Email This Story - NASCAR Camping World Truck Series at Daytona International Speeway] <http://www.knfilters.com/news/email.aspx?ID=1787> _____ AMA Supercross Series Hart and Huntington Team Ready for San Francisco, California <http://www.knfilters.com/news/news.aspx?ID=1786> Monday - February 2, 2009 6:15 AM Round four of the AMA Supercross Series took place at Reliant Stadium in Houston, Texas. The Rockstar Hart and Huntington Honda Team came prepared to battle the other riders. AMA Supercross Series and Rockstar Hart and Huntington Honda Team Rider Josh Hansen <http://www.knfilters.com/images/press/hart1.jpg> AMA Supercross Series and Rockstar Hart and Huntington Honda Team Rider Josh Hansen Team rider Josh Hansen made the 20 man main event and raced hard through the entire race. When it was all said and done crashes on the track held him to a twentieth place finish. Hansen moved into twenty-third in the overall standings. Carey Hart's Team rider Troy Adams is looking forward to the AMA Supercross Series Race in San Francisco, California <http://www.knfilters.com/images/press/troyadams2.jpg> Carey Hart's Team rider Troy Adams is looking forward to the AMA Supercross Series Race in San Francisco, California Hansen's teammate Troy Adams had problems with the first turn crashes and didn't make the final. His lap times were competitive enough to be right in the mix. Adams is ready to rebound this weekend in San Francisco, California. Adams and Hansen are currently running prototype designs of K&N's XStream Series Air filter for their 2009 Honda CRF450s. The 2009 Honda CRF450 has a much larger airbox to increase horsepower and torque while providing excellent filtration. "We had an okay race," reported Team Manager Kenny Watson. "We have to work on getting Troy into the main week in and week out." The team is owned by freestyle pioneer and celebrity Carey Hart. Find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N application search <http://www.knfilters.com/search/appsearch.aspx> then use the K&N dealer search <http://www.knfilters.com/search/dealersearch.aspx> to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world. [Email This Story - AMA Supercross Series Hart and Huntington Team Ready for San Francisco, California] <http://www.knfilters.com/news/email.aspx?ID=1786> _____ FX Racing Team Starts Series in Superkarts USA ProKart Challenge at CalSpeed Kart Track <http://www.knfilters.com/news/news.aspx?ID=1785> Friday - January 30, 2009 3:22 PM The 2009 Superkarts USA ProKart Challenge South Series is off and running. The FX Racing USA Makita Team was in the mix at the PKC Season Opener at CalSpeed Kart Track in Fontana, California. Superkarts USA ProKart Challenge South Series Podium for FX Team Driver Steve Wiener at CalSpeed in Fontana, California <http://www.knfilters.com/images/press/fx2.jpg> Superkarts USA ProKart Challenge South Series Podium for FX Team Driver Steve Wiener at CalSpeed in Fontana, California Roy Montgomery drove for FX Racing Team in the S1/G1 field at Superkarts USA ProKart opener in Fontana, California <http://www.knfilters.com/images/press/fx4.jpg> Roy Montgomery drove for FX Racing Team in the S1/G1 field at Superkarts USA ProKart opener in Fontana, California Driver Steve Wiener was ready to charge into the new season with a goal to move in the front of the pack. In the competitive TaG master Class, moving up is not an easy task. Wiener fought changing weather as it rained on and off in Fontana. Despite the changing conditions he delivered solid times throughout the day. The San Diego, California driver put the team in a strong racing position with two karts on hand, one dialed in for rain, the other dialed in for dry. San Diego, California FX Team Driver Steve Wiener in the competitive TaG Superkarts Master Class <http://www.knfilters.com/images/press/fx3.jpg> San Diego, California FX Team Driver Steve Wiener in the competitive TaG Superkarts Master Class FX Racing consists of three teams and more than thirty karts all equipped with K&N <http://www.knfilters.com/images/press/fx1.jpg> FX Racing consists of three teams and more than thirty karts all equipped with K&N "During qualifying, the weather question hung as heavy in the air as the grey clouds," said Jon Engle, FX Racing Director of Operations. "We didn't know if it would start pouring down buckets any minute." Wiener and the FX Team read the conditions right, prepared for the race correctly and grabbed 3rd spot on the grid. In Heat 1 Wiener took the lead and grabbed the win. In Heat 2 he was nudged into a spin while leading and fought back to finish 4th. In the Main, Wiener lined up 4th on the grid and put a decisive move on the third place driver to take home P3 and his first ProKart Challenge podium. FX Team Driver Roy Montgomery handled the rain and made excellent progress under tough conditions. "Qualifying in the massive S1/G1 field is no easy feat," said Engle. "The number of top-notch divers means minute differences in lap-time and can take you from the top of the chart to the back easily." Montgomery delivered a strong P6. In Heat 1, Montgomery took 2nd place. In the Main, Montgomery came home in 4th place. "It was a sold finish," said Engle. "This was Roy's first race after recovering from a broken shoulder last season." The San Diego based FX Team has three teams, more than 30 karts and participates in three tiers of division races, Pro, Junior and Club. "We use K&N on all of our vehicles," said Engle. "K&N makes the best product out there for all of our racing needs." The FX Team participates in the SKUSA (Super Karts USA) Series. The team's next race will be the kickoff for the IFK season, February 6th at CalSpeed in Fontana, California. Find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N application search <http://www.knfilters.com/search/appsearch.aspx> then use the K&N dealer search <http://www.knfilters.com/search/dealersearch.aspx> to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world. [Email This Story - FX Racing Team Starts Series in Superkarts USA ProKart Challenge at CalSpeed Kart Track] <http://www.knfilters.com/news/email.aspx?ID=1785> _____ You received this message because you are subscribed to the K&N Newsletter email notification service. This is a commercial message that originated from K&N Engineering Inc., 1455 Citrus Street, Riverside, CA 92507, USA. 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