Variety of Activities Available for AMA Fans
Friday, May 6, 2005

Motorcycles will take over downtown Novato for "Bike Night on Grant Avenue." (Photo by Chucke Walkden)

Be sure to mark down Saturday, May 14, on your calendar for the 2nd annual “Bike Night on Grant Avenue” in downtown Novato. The event is run in conjunction with the Kawasaki AMA Superbike Showdown weekend at Infineon Raceway, May 13-15

Following a full-day of motorcycles on the twisting road course at Infineon Raceway, head to the biggest off-site party of the weekend in downtown Novato on historic Grant Avenue.

This free event will feature “bike-only” parking, entertainment and restaurants will extend business hours. The Fox 101.7 FM, a music station out of Santa Rosa, will also be live on-site, with giveaways and more. There are tentative plans for a screening of Saturday’s feature races at Infineon Raceway, as well. The party spans from 5-10 p.m.

This event was a huge crowd-pleaser in 2004 as more than 300 people made the trek to Grant Avenue, so make plans today to be there.

For more information on this event, please email Rachal Pollen at rpollen@infineonracew.com. The event is presented by The Downtown Novato Business Association and Infineon Raceway.

Destination RKA Group Rides – Thursday-Friday, May 11-12: For the eighth consecutive year, Destination RKA, out of Healdsburg, will host group rides around Sonoma County. The rides will take place May 11-12. For more information on specific routes and times, call 707-433-3727 or visit www.rka-luggage.com.

Cycle Gear Motorcycle Charity Auction: This exciting auction returns for a second straight year in 2005 on Sunday, May 15, mid-morning in the Winner’s Circle at Infineon Raceway. Last year’s auction featured great gear, including a signed Ben Bostrom helmet, signed racing gloves by Honda’s Miguel Duhamel and a signed leather jacket by five-time AMA Superbike champion Mat Mladin (Suzuki). The best part is all proceeds benefit needy youth organizations in Sonoma County through Speedway Children’s Charities

Manufacturer Demo-Rides: Be sure and stop by the Aprilia and Buell displays for guided demo-rides around the Sonoma Valley. It’s a rare chance to test these great machines, and there’s no better place than the scenic wine country. Aprilia and Buell will offer demo-rides Friday-Sunday, so be sure and stop by!