From a press release issued by Yamaha Motor Corporation:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Cypress, Calif.—March 3, 2003: As all new, fuel injected Yamaha YZF-R6 sport bikes begin to roll onto the track for the 2003 road race season, Yamaha has announced its largest road race contingency support program ever. The program will see nearly $850,000 up for grabs to winning Yamaha YZF- R1 and R6 road racers.

According to Mike Guerra, Yamaha racing department manager, “We want to support up-and-coming riders with a strong contingency program. Last year Yamaha riders took home a lot of money—and for 2003 they’ll take home even more.”

Also, Guerra noted that the program offers significant incentives for wins. “At qualifying club level races we pay increasing amounts from third place, with $2000 for a win.

For program details, click here, contact your local Yamaha dealer or go to www.yamaha-motor.com.