November 2nd, 2007
HONDA & MRRDA TO RETURN IN 2008
On the tail end of a highly successful inaugural season, Honda Australia have announced they will renew their sponsorship deal to support the MRRDA’s (Motorcycle Road Racing Development Association) Junior series, featuring the CBR150R class.
The series wrapped up last week after taking place over five rounds nationally with young Ryan Dymond taking out the Championship.
As part of his winner’s package, Dymond also deservedly won the highly sought after trip to compete in the Red Bull Rookies Cup Final trials in France this month.
Whilst the 13 – 15 year old riders were judged on their marketability, attitude, character and skill as well as their racing, the winner of the on-track component, Queenslander Jake Horne, also snared a spot at the Asean Cup in Motegi, Japan compliments of Honda Australia and Honda Motor Co.Pty Ltd.
The ASEAN Cup prize and the Red Bull Rookies trip will also continue to be offered as an incentive at the 2008 series.
MRRDA Committee Chairman Paul Edwards said overall the series was deemed to be very much a success in its first year, and signing with Honda once again was a just end for the groundwork put down throughout the season.
“Like all new ventures, we had a few teething problems, but we ultimately got them worked out; this series did not disappoint in terms of providing world class racing,” he said.
“To have Honda on board again next year is a huge vote of confidence, and a clear indication that we are here to stay.”
“Everyone involved, including Honda and the other sponsors have been fantastic during the growth stage, and from humble beginnings we can look forward to an even bigger year in 2008.”
Honda’s Brand and Product Planning Manager, Phil Reynolds said the manufacturer was very happy to up the level of support for next year.
“I personally enjoyed being a part of the MRRDA series, and on behalf of Honda, can say we were very happy to see the introduction of a competition that is fostering young champions from Australia.”
For more information, please visit: www.mrrda.com
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