SUZUKI OFFERS FREE MAKITA 18V COMPACT LITHIUM-ION DRIVER-DRILL WITH PURCHASE OF YOUTH BIKE DURING HOLIDAY SEASON November 26, 2007 La Mirada, CA Suzuki and Makita, sponsors of the Team Makita Suzuki Supercross and Motocross racing teams, are offering a free Makita driver-drill with the purchase of a Suzuki youth dirt bike or ATV during the holiday season. The promotion applies to the purchase of eight Suzuki models, including the all-new DR-Z70 with a 67cc four stroke engine. A purchase of any of these youth models includes a free Makita 18 volt Compact Lithium-Ion ½” Driver-Drill Kit (model BDF452HW). The Makita BDF452HW is unique in both design and performance. The 18V Compact Lithium- Ion battery reaches full charge in just 15 minutes, four times faster than the competition. The Makita-built motor delivers 450 inch-pounds of torque in a compact design weighing only 3.5 lbs, the best power-to-weight ratio of any compact driver-drill on the market. And the driver-drill features a new black and white exterior design, distinguishing this compact model from Makita’s top-of-the-line product in the LXT Series. “Suzuki is a top name in motorcycles and ATV’s, and we believe the Suzuki rider is also a serious tool user,” said Brent Withey, Makita’s Brand Manager. “This promotion allows us to get one of our hottest products into the hands of a Suzuki customer.” Makita’s partnership with Suzuki as well as Kicker Stereo, Ogio, and Monster Energy is part of the brand’s ongoing effort to reach the younger, high-energy professional tool user. The two companies have collaborated on various partnerships since 2003, including the Team Makita Suzuki racing team featuring 17-time champion rider Ricky Carmichael.