New Suzuki team will use Pirelli tires for the AMA 250SX West and East Supercross series.
Pirelli announced today that is partnering with the newly formed Motorcycle Superstore Suzuki (MCSS) team to become the team’s official tire supplier for the 2016 Monster Energy AMA 250SX West and East Supercross series.
While Pirelli already supports Pirelli also supports the Joe Gibbs Racing/Autotrader/Monster Energy/Yamaha team and the BTO Sports/WPS/KTM team in the 450SX Class, the MCSS agreement marks the company’s foray into the the 250cc supercross class. Veteran motocross and supercross professional Kyle Cunningham will team up with rookie Mark Worth to ride MCSS RM-Z250s in the West, making the team’s competitive debut Saturday, January 9, at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California.
Californian Jimmy Albertson is set to make his return to the 250SX class for the first time since 2009 for MCSS when the 250Sx East Championship title chase gets underway at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta, Georgia, February 27. Albertson, will team with rookie Josh Osby.
Mark Rodgers, Director of Brand Marketing for Motorcycle Superstore, said that the Pirelli program came about as a result of discussing with ALbertson which brand to select.
“When talking with Jimmy and the race team about a tire brand to partner with, Pirelli was of strong interest after seeing the increases they have made in developing their motocross tires,” Rodgers said. “We look forward to sharing with our customers how the race team developments transfer back into the tires we offer through the website for everyday riders.”
With MCSS, Pirelli has the unique opportunity to further refine its technical expertise for Suzuki models by receiving feedback from the team.
“We’re looking forward to taking the next step in product development and technical knowledge with the help of these talented 250SX Class racers,” said Josh Whitmire, National Account Manager USA/Canada, Off Road Race Manager for Pirelli. “The partnership with Motorcycle Superstore and Suzuki makes great sense for all involved as we focus on supporting the sport and the motorcycle industry in general.”
Throughout the season, fans can enter to win an exclusive VIP experience with the MCSS team when purchasing Pirelli MX tires and entering at Motorcycle-Superstore.com.
The 2016 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series opener at Angel Stadium kicks off Saturday, January 9, at 6:30 p.m. PT and can be viewed on the FOX SPORTS 1 television network. Check your local listings for more information.
About Pirelli
Founded in 1872, Pirelli is among the largest global tire makers, and focuses its business on the high-end, premium product segment. Present in over 160 countries, Pirelli has 22 manufacturing sites and employs approximately 38,000 people around the world. Successfully competing in motorsports since 1907, Pirelli is currently the exclusive supplier of the Formula 1 championship, the FIM Superbike World Championship, and many other championships around the world.
Pirelli Tire North America (PTNA) services NAFTA (North American Free Trade Agreement) member countries through its Modular Integrated Robotized System (MIRS) facility and research and development center at its Rome, Georgia, headquarters, its state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in Silao, Mexico and its New York City, Montreal and Mexico City sales and marketing offices. The company manufactures, distributes and markets original equipment and replacement tires for export and domestic car/motorcycle applications (U.S., Canada, Mexico) and Agro/Heavy Truck platforms (U.S., Canada, Mexico).
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