June 11, 2009 - Knapp Posts Strong Buell Finishes at Road America James Gang/Hoban Brothers Racing Wins Moto-GT1 Race

East Troy, Wis. (June 8, 2009) Taylor Knapp posted fourth and sixth place finishes aboard his Latus Motor’s Buell 1125R in last weekend’s AMA Pro Racing Daytona SportBike double header at Road America, his best finishes of the season.

Knapp’s fourth place finish in Saturday’s rain-soaked Race 1, which included a two-lap dash for the checkered flag after a late-race caution, was a test of fortitude and survival for the 22-year-old, Lapeer, MI-based racer.

“Normally I'm horrible in the rain. But I clicked good, and got a good rhythm and flow [going],” said Knapp, who led the 13-lap race early until being passed by eventual winner Chris Peris (Erion Honda) on lap four. “The big difference for me this weekend was that I qualified well. I started up front and was determined to stay up front.”

Saturday’s wet and wild race also resulted in 6th, 7th and 9th place finishes respectively for Buell 1125 riders Danny Eslick, Shawn Higbee and Michael Barnes. “Having four privateer riders from three different Buell teams finish in the top ten was a testimony to how easy the 1125R is to ride in the wet,” said Erik Buell, Chairman and Chief Technical Officer of Buell Motorcycle Company. “It’s also proof of the success of our concept of providing the same parts to all teams instead of running a factory team.”

In Sunday’s cool but dry Race 2, Knapp raced as high as third, then settled back into sixth to finish between the Buell 1125Rs of Bruce Rossmeyer’s Daytona Racing/RMR/GEICO rider Danny Eslick in fifth and GEICO Powersports/RMR’s Michael Barnes in seventh.

Knapp also posted Buell’s highest qualifying position of the weekend, earning a fifth place starting grid spot in Friday’s Superpole final qualifying session with a 2:22.164 lap. It was Knapp’s first Superpole appearance of the season.

“Being able to start up front makes a big difference in the weekend. The field is stacked with ten or 20 guys in the same second, so getting up front from the back is really hard,” he said. “But being fourth twice makes me hungrier than ever. Gotta get that podium now.”

Eslick’s combined sixth and fifth place finishes brought his season total to 199 points and solidified his third place standing in the Daytona SportBike championship behind Attack Kawasaki’s Jamie Hacking in second (204 points) and championship leader Team M4 Suzuki’s Martin Cardenas (255 points) who won Race 2.

In Saturday’s two-hour SunTrust Moto-GT endurance race, the James Gang/Hoban Brothers Racing team of Paul James and Jeff Johnson won the Moto-GT1 class in challenging wet/dry conditions with a combination of luck, strategy and quick pit stops.

“To win at home, the home of Buell and during the Buell Homecoming, with our primary sponsors, H-D/Buell of Appleton and Hoban Brothers nearby, and to have friends and family here, is very special,” James said. “This win means a lot to me and to our team.”

After starting the race from the pit lane and initially being shown a lap down at the finish, the Liberty Waves Racing team of Eric Pinson and Eric Haugo was elevated to third place in Moto-GT1 after a post-race analysis of timing and scoring restored the team’s missing lap, and is now tied for the championship lead with Old Pros Racing in the GT1 class with 68 points.

In the Moto-GT2 class, the James Gang/Hoban Brothers Racing team of moto-journalists Troy Siahaan and Kevin Duke placed fourth, followed by Old Glory H-D/Buell’s Jaycent Gebers and Dennie Huff in seventh.

Founded by visionary motorcycle designer and former privateer racer Erik Buell in 1983, Buell Motorcycle Company, a subsidiary of Harley-Davidson, Inc., produces sport motorcycles, motorcycle parts, accessories and apparel, including the 1125R superbike, 1125CR café racer and air-cooled XB-series Ulysses, Firebolt, and Lightning. To learn more about Buell motorcycles, or to locate the dealer nearest you, log onto www.buell.com.

May 19, 2009

Richie Morris Racing leaves Infineon ready for redemption at the next race coming up June 5-7th in Elkhart Lake WI.

The GEICO Powersports RMR Buell and Rossmeyer RMR Buell team, finished out the weekend with a DNF and 12th place finish in the Sunday Daytona Sportbike Race. Track temps reached an astounding 150f and everyone was hoping for better results. Within opening laps of sundays race, Barnes on the GEICO Powersports RMR Buell 1125R took a spill and couldn't get the bike up and running again, which forced Barnes to retire from the race. "I am not happy with the results from this weekend, but I am keeping my head up high and am looking forward to Road America, where I can confident in both my GEICO Powersports RMR Buell and myself." sighs Barnes.

Teammate Eslick on the Rossmeyer RMR Buell 1125R had a decent start to the race and held a good pace until the closing laps when his tires started to loose grip. Eslick settled for a 12th place, which has secured him in the third position in the points fight for the championship. "Like Barney I wanted a better result for my team this weekend, but it just didn't happen, Road America is right around the corner and I have done well there in the past." Says Eslick.

With a two week break both teams will regroup and be ready to head to Road America, which is the team's home track and is also home to the Buell Manufacturer!

For more information on Michael Barnes please visit geicogarage.com

May 7, 2009

Richie Morris Racing races to the podium and a top five finish in the middle of a tornado! This past weekend was nothing short of strong winds and heavy rains. But that wasn't enough for the GEICO Powersports RMR Buell and the Rossmeyer RMR Buell teams to have strong finishes!

The weekend started off with friday morning practice. Both Eslick and Barnes were interested in seeing how the Buell 1125R would fair at Barber. The first three tracks were fast tracks and this one different. The day was spent searching for the right setup and feel.

Barnes took the 10th position in basic qualifying which put him in Superpole later that afternoon, where he remained in the 10th position which would be his starting postion in Saturday and Sunday's races. Eslick left basic qualifying with a 12th place. Hoping to do better in saturday mornings final qualifying session. Due to bad weather all qualifying was cancelled and Eslick had to settle with 12th.

Saturday wasn't the picture perfect day the day had hoped for but both Barnes and Eslick had good finishes. Barnes in 11th place while teamate Eslick slid into the top ten with an 8th place finish.

Sunday's race was about to start when a tornado warning echoed throughout the paddock. Sirens roared while announcers over the loud speakers urged all teams and spectators to take cover in safe areas. With the looming tornado and teams trailers being torn down from fear of the tornado and winds tearing them down. Teams and fans were unsure any racing would come about. Then after a few hours of hiding out in safe shelters. The announcement was made to go racing. Barnes and Eslick both are great riders in the rain and were ready to head out to the track. The track was drying up but still had water in certain parts. Eslick had a few great battles and all the while teammate Barnes was lurking behind him. The race was narrowed down to 16 laps instead of the intended 21. " I really thought I could've caught up with Danny, if we had raced all 21 laps" says an excited Barnes, who didn't even know his finish until minutes after he stepped off his bike to run. Barnes ended up 5th which is his best finish this season. "I'm feeling strong and am ready to keep getting top five results"

Eslick secured a fantasitic ride to 3rd place. "I wasn't sure a podium was doable, but I'm up here and can't complain," states Eslick.

Eslick leaves Barber 2nd in standings, eager to return to Infineon where he had a 3rd place podium finish there last yr. While Teammate Barnes is looking for redemption at a track that hasnt been so kind to him in the past, Barnes is 10th in standings.

The next round kicks off May15-17 in Sonoma Calif, at Infineon Raceway!

Also check out this months RRX where the RMR team is featured!

April 14, 2009

The GEICO Powersports and the Rossmeyer GEICO Powersports RMR Buell team leave Road Atlanta with a successful weekend behind them.

Both riders had a good practice Friday morning which allowed them to use their basic qualifying time to put their Buell 1125R's in the afternoon Superpole Qualifying. Barnes ended up 5th in Superpole and Danny 9th.

Danny Eslick had a 3rd place finish in Saturdays action packed Daytona Sportbike race while teammate Michael Barnes finished a solid 11th place. Sunday’s race was nothing short of a nail biter.

Danny had numerous battles for the lead and some close calls, but managed to get to the checkered flag first! This is Danny's 3rd win of the season and has put him into the points lead by ten points in front of veteran rider Jamie Hacking. "I really had to work for this win today," exclaims Danny, "I really wanted to put my Rossmeyer GEICO Powersports Buell 1125R back on the top of the podium."

Barnes finished 8th on Sundays race, which is his best finish so far this season. "I'm battling the flu right now and am really happy to have been able to get out there ride and finish in the top ten," says Barnes. Barnes is just a mere 1 point out of the top-ten in points for the Daytona Sportbike Class.

Both Barnes and Eslick will compete in the upcoming 4th round at Barber Motorsports Park in Birmingham Alabama on May 1-3.

March 22, 2009

Richie Morris Racing leaves Auto Club Speedway with two victories and two more top 20 finishes. Sunday morning left many wondering if there was going to be any racing at all...but come the 2:30pm start time for the last of the double-header weekend for the Daytona Sportbike class, there was blue skies ahead.

The #9 Bruce Rossmeyer machine piloted by young gun Danny Eslick started the race from second position. With the rolling start and the green flag thrown Danny once again took the lead and held it until the checkered flag. This time Danny glanced back and saw another rider closing in. Danny kept his head low and the throttle pinned, shutting out any chance of losing his lead. "This is just awesome, I came into this weekend without winning a AMA National and I am leaving with two back-to-back!" says Eslick. "I plan on keeping my team, sponsors and everyone else who supports me proud." I want to thank my Bruce Rossmeyer RMR Buell Crew for giving me a fantastic bike to race on"

Barnes who started in 24th position and finished 12th the day prior had some great battles within the middle of the pack and crossed the finish line at 15th. "I am happy with my finish, especially with having to nurse this hand injury and the cold weather," states Barnes. I am looking forward to our next race at Road Atlanta and expect to be fit and ready to ride once again!

Richie Morris Racing will be heading next to Round 3 at Road Atlanta April-3-5. Both the GEICO Powersports and Bruce Rossmeyer Teams will be ready for some more good results on their Buell 1125R's.

Sunday morning started off with a wet Daytona Sportbike practice. The GEICO Powersports and Bruce Rossmeyer Buell riders Michael Barnes and Danny Eslick, weren't goinjg to let a little rain get them down, especially after the good results from Saturdays race.

"We will race in the rain as long as it is safe and the proper measures are taken," remarked both Danny and Barney.

Danny was 6th fastest in the session with a 1:34.452 and Barney was close behind in 8th with a 1:36.688. Both riders have proven in the past that a little rain won''t scare them.

The second Daytona Sportbike race of the weekend is set to go off at 2:30!

March 21, 2009

Richie Morris Racing takes a victory at Auto Club Speedway for the first of the double header race for the Daytona Sportbike class. On the Bruce Rossmeyer RMR Buell 1125R, Danny Eslick took the bike all the way to victory lane. Leading every lap of the 21 lap race, Danny started Saturdays race in 2nd position. With the rolling start Danny took the steps to take the lead and never let it up. This is a huge victory for everyone involved, the first ever AMA winfor the Buell 1125R and the first win for young gun Danny Eslick. "I'm just excited that my Bruce Rossmeyer RMR Buell 1125R and I work so well together", says, Eslick. "I am thankful for my crew, my friends. family and everyone else who has made this possible."

"On Behalf on the enitre Buell Motorcycle Company, I would like to congratulate Danny and the entire Bruce Rossmeyer crew! This couldn't come at a better time," says President and COO Jon Flickinger.

"This makes all of the hard work worth it" said Richie Morris team owner. "Its a great day for RMR, Buell, Geico Powersports, Bruce Rossmeyer, Shelly Rossmeyer, and America. We have put an American motorcycle on the top of the box for first time in the modern day era." I have never witnessed a kid with the heart as big as Danny"s....he rode his guts out!.

Teamate Michael Barnes who started in the 24th postion couldn't be prouder of Danny and his first ever victory. "I'm am really happy with my result, moving up from 24th to 12th place." says Barney. Barney still recovering from a hand injury in pre-season testing, wanted to put his best foot forward.

Both the GEICO Powersports and Bruce Rossmeyers RMR Buell will take to the track again tomorrow for the second of the Daytona Sportbike race.!

Make sure to check out live timing and scoring tomorrow starting at 1:30pm pacific time.

March 20, 2009

Richie Morris Racing started off with the fastest time (1:29.203) in morning practice with Danny Eslick aboard the Bruce Rossmeyer RMR Buell 1125R. Danny showed fans exactly what kind of power the Buell had at Daytona and was determined to do it again here at Fontana. The weather was perfect in the morning with the sun shining and free of high winds. Neither riders had been able to test here pre-season, so both the GEICO Powersports as well as the Bruce Rossmeyer RMR Buell crews had to work extra hard to make sure set-up was good for the track. During the morning practice, Danny was consistenly in the top four , which was comprised of four different manufacturers.

Barney ended the morning session in the top 20. Barney still recovering from a pre-season hand injury improved in qualifying moving up from 16th to 13th position, again just one tenth of a second from being able to make Superpole later in the afternoon.

Danny was third in line for Superpole . With his fastest time being a 1:28.372, which catapulted him to the top of Superpole until the the very end where he missed it by a one-tenth of a second.

There will be two races this weekend one on Saturday and one on Sunday. Both the GEICO Powersports and the Bruce Rossmeyer RMR Buell Team are ready to show what the Buell 1125R is made of!

Today was the launch of the all new GEICO Garage website, which features all of the GEICO Powersports Sponsored Athletes. Make sure to log on and Check out the GEICO Powersports RMR Buell rider Michael Barnes. The website has information on the rider, the team and bike. Including video footage and a fantastic photo gallery. Along with our website the geicogarage.com website will have updates following each race weekend!

March 9, 2009

Elkhart Lake, WI -GEICO Powersports RMR Buell Rider Michael Barnes and Bruce Rossmeyers RMR Buell rider Danny Eslick put on quite a show for the Daytona 200 held this past Friday night March 6th at the Daytona International Speedway.
With Eslick qualifying 2nd just one tenth of a second off of pole postion and Barnes in the top 15 for the race start, both bikes took to the grid. Within the first few laps Eslick had secured a lead and was involved in battles to maintain it. Unfornately for Eslick his fairing on the right side of his Buell 1125R came loose and caused him to pit. With the crew working hard to try and remedy the loose fairing, Danny knew he was loosing valuable time being in the pits, a quick tape job and Danny set off to try and reclaim his lead and gain position. Sadly he had lost a few laps while in the pits and it would prove to be quite a struggle to gain what he had lost. The Bruce Rossmeyers RMR Buell crew hadn't expected this problem and was well on looking for a podium or a race win.

While fellow teamate Michael Barnes on the GEICO Powersports RMR Buell was still out on the track a misread on fuel caused him to pit a lap earlier than planned. The crew acted quick refueling his bike and sending him back out within seconds.
Sometime later a Red flag caused many confusions. As the Safety car took to the track many riders including Eslick took this as an opportunity to make up a few postions that he had lost during the unscheduled pit stop. Barnes though stayed behind fellow rider and waited to the safety car pulled off the track to start racing again.
The Daytona 200 is the most unpredictable race. We are happy to know that the Buell 1125R is going to be a contender this year in the Sportbike Class . We are looking forward to Auto Club Speedway in two weeks!

March 5, 2009

Danny Eslick backs up morning basic qualifying in Thursday night Superpole. The morning started off with the GEICO Powersports RMR Buell rider Michael Barnes and the Bruce Rossmeyers RMR Buell rider Danny Eslick on the track again, this time for basic qualifying.

Michael and Danny had a plan for qualifying all set but once the Safety car gave the singal to go green Barnes had to pit. Barnes pulled in for a clutch adjustment and then he got back on track. With a massive field of riders to push through Danny Eslick ended up leading most of the morning session and then on one of the last laps he was pushed down to second.. Barnes missed advancement to the Thursday Superpole by one tenth of a second.. "Although I missed superpole by less than two tenths, i'm happy with the times I did and look forward to the 200 tomorrow night," said Barnes.

Eslick misses the pole position for the Daytona 200 by just one tenth second. Tomorrow Danny and the Bruce Rossmeyers RMR 1125R Buell will start in second position while teamate Michael Barnes on the GEICO Powersports RMR 1125R. will start in a respectable 12th postion.

March 4, 2009

Richie Morris Racing started the 2009 AMA Pro Racing in full swing. The beginning of the week showed both the GEICO Powersports RMR Buell and the Bruce Rossmeyers RMR Buell riders out and about greeting fans and signing autographs. Monday both the GEICO Powersports RMR Buell and the Bruce Rossmeyers RMR Buell riders made an appearance at the world famous Bruce Rossmeyers Destination Daytona. Once on site Michael Barnes and Danny Eslick set up camp outside the store front of Shelly Rossmeyers new store Shelly Rossmeyers Motorcycles of Daytona..
Bikers from all over globe make sure during bike week to make their way to the Rossmeyers stores. Barnes and Eslick entertained onlookers with picture opportunities and talk about the new series, the new 1125R and all the excitingf things this year will bring about..

Tuesday the riders set off again to put in some time with the fans over the the GEICO Powersports set up at the front of Daytona International Speedway. But the excitement was more with the Barnes and Eslick when the one and only Willie G the grandson of one the orignal founders of Harley-Davidson.

Wednesday March 4th marked the first official start of the 2009 AMA Pro Racing season.. At noon the GEICO Powersports RMR Buell and the Bruce Rossmeyers RMR Buell teams rolled their bikes onto pit road. With tire warners on the bikes, Michael Barnes and Danny Eslick jumped into their leathers, secured their helmets and set out to take place in the first official pracitce session for the new Daytona Sportbike class. Danny Eslick aboard the #9 Bruce Rossmeyers RMR Buell bike topped with morning session with the fastest lap time of 1:49.491.

"This morning season was awesome, I had a relaxing session riding around and getting used to things. I caught a draft from a few other riders and had no idea I posted the fastest lap until I pulled into the pits and talked to my crew. I felt in control and was riding at a comfortable pace, everything seemed to click" , says a optimistic Eslick.

Danny then went out again on track for the Safety car session during the night with the bright lights of the Daytona International Speedway guiding his and his teamate Michael Barnes along the way. Danny used this session to try some different settings and accumlate to riding under the lights

The #34 GEICO Powersports bike piloted by Eslick's teamate Michaell Barnes was in good form. "The first ever Daytona Sportbike session was a real confidence booster after realizing my hand is less of an issue than I anticipated. I'm becoming more familiar with my GEICO Powersports RMR 1125 Buell, especially after the night where I've been able to make adjustments to the suspension and take advantage of having enough strength to do a string of laps. I'm going into qualifying knowing we have the abilitiy of qualifying upfront," remarks Barnes.

Thursday morning both riders will head out to the track early in the morning and qualify for the main attraction of Bike week which is the historical Daytona 200. After basic qualifying the top ten riders from the morning session with take to the track one last time before race day for SuperPole, which takes the top ten riders from the morning session and allows each of the ten riders one out lap, a flying lap and a in lap. At the end of the session the top ten spots on the starting grid are then determined.

Tuesday, February 24, 2009 -- East Troy, Wisconsin

Buell racers from around the country are gearing up for the 2009 race season, which kicks off at Daytona International Speedway during Daytona Bike Week February 28 through March 6.

In AMA Pro Racing action, the 2009 season opens with a paradigm shift as new series management and class structures debut at Daytona on Wednesday, March 4. The historic Daytona 200 moves to a thrilling new nighttime run under the lights on the evening of Friday, March 6. Six Buell 1125Rs are entered in the Daytona SportBike class for the Daytona 200, which will be broadcast live on SPEED TV at 8 P.M. (Eastern). Daytona 200 Buell riders include Michael Barnes (Geico Powersports/RMR), Danny Eslick (Bruce Rossmeyer’s Daytona Racing/RMR), Alan Schmidt and Josh Bryan (Latus Motors H-D/Buell), Bryan Bemisderfer (H-D/Buell of Frederick) and Shawn Higbee (Bartels’ H-D/Buell).

“We’ve learned a lot from racing in the MOTO-ST series for the past two seasons,” said RMR’s Richie Morris. “It was intense and the competition was good, but it was nothing like we’ll face this year. We’ve got a second year bike, two new teams, and two new riders, and we’re starting the season at the biggest, most important race,” Morris said. “We’ve had good results in testing and I think before the end of the year, we’ll be up front. We’ve got a veteran [rider] and a young gun, so I think we’ve covered all our bases.”

Joining veteran racer Michael Barnes is 22-year-old Danny Eslick, who cut his teeth racing dirt track before turning to road racing in 2005. He’s no stranger to the Daytona 200, having finished fourth in the 2005 race.

“I’m super excited to be working with Richie, Bruce Rossmeyer’s Daytona Racing, Buell, and my teammate Michael Barnes,” said Eslick of Broken Arrow, Okla. “I was planning on getting my dirt track gear together when I got the call that [RMR] was looking for a second rider.” Eslick’s first introduction to his Buell 1125R and the new Dunlop spec tires came during a test at Jennings Grand Prix in Florida in early February. “These new tires are right up my alley. I think they’re really going to work well with the Buell’s torque to get off the corners,” said Eslick. “I’d be more than happy with a top five finish, but my goal for Daytona is to leave with a good solid finish and come out healthy and ready for the rest of the season.” Recovering from a pre-season testing hand injury, Eslick’s teammate Michael Barnes will use the opening days of Bike Week to test his readiness for the 200-mile race.

“After our successful test under the lights at Daytona in January, we were testing at Jennings GP in early February and unfortunately I had a high-speed low side crash that resulted in a third metacarpal fracture. It was immediately plated, and the prognosis is very good,” Barnes said. “We’re managing the soft tissue recovery now, and we plan to use the CCS weekend to assess my performance for the 200. If I don’t think I’m capable of representing the team and our sponsors, we’ve got a substitute rider lined up. But I’m optimistic, because I really don’t want to miss the start of my 21st season racing at Daytona!”

Rounding out the AMA Pro Racing Buell highlights at Bike Week is the debut of the SunTrust Moto-GT series’ new class structure, which includes the horsepower and weight restricted GT1 and GT2 classes. The two-hour season opener will begin at 4 P.M. on Friday, March 6, immediately prior to the opening ceremonies for the Daytona 200.

Stepping up from the former MOTO-ST GrandSport Twins class to contest Moto-GT1, the James Gang/Hoban Brothers Racing team sponsored by H-D/Buell of Appleton will debut its new 1125R with riders Paul James and Jeff Johnson. Also entered aboard an 1125R in Moto-GT1 is the Liberty Waves Racing/Antelope Valley H-D/Buell 1125R ridden by Eric Pinson and Eric Haugo.

“We earned 11 podium finishes in two seasons of MOTO-ST competition aboard a Buell Firebolt, but this is a whole new ball game,” said James. “We’re ready for the challenge.”

Bike Week’s racing action kicks off with the Championship Cup Series (CCS) and American Sportbike Racing Association Pro (ASRA Pro) at DIS the weekend of Feb. 28-March 2, and topping the list of Buell entries in the ASRA Pro Thunderbike class will be the return of a trio of former class champs, including 2007 class champ and 2008 runner-up Dave Estok (Deeley H-D/Buell). Also entered in Thunderbike are 2006 champion Dan Bilansky (Hal’s H-D/Buell), and 2004 champion Bryan Bemisderfer (H-D/Buell of Frederick). All are riding Buell Firebolt XB12Rs.

“I’ve got this weird on again, off again thing going with the [Thunderbike] championship. I won it in ’03, ’05, and ’07, so I feel like this is my year,” said Estok, who will also contest the Parts Canada Superbike Championship this season.

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Feb 6, 2009

Richie Morris Racing announces second Buell team

Elkhart Lake, WI…As discussed at the GEICO Powersports press conference in December…RMR announced today the official news of the Bruce Rossmeyer Daytona Race team. The team will field a Buell 1125R in the AMA Daytona Sportbike series. Teaming with the GEICO Powersports RMR Buell …the rider will be Danny Eslick.

“It is nice to finally reveal our plans for the second team” says Richie Morris. “As everyone knows…Bruce and I have been partners since 1994 and it is exciting to continue our relationship. It is equally exciting to have a young hard charger like Danny on board”.

The team will be also be sponsored by Shelly Rossmeyer Motorcycles of Daytona, GEICO Powersports, and Buell Motorcycle Company.

“With the addition of Buell to my new store at Destination Daytona…this was a perfect fit” says Shelly Rossmeyer. “My dad and I are excited about the new series and looking forward to working with RMR, GEICO, and Buell”.

Danny Eslick has been with Suzuki the past few years and was on the podium last season. “I am excited to begin a new era in my racing! I have known Michael Barnes for years and we work well together. I can’t wait to learn from him and have some sweet battles up front” says an excited Eslick. “I would like to thank Richie Morris, Barney, Mom, Grand Ma, and everyone who helped put this deal together”!

“From a marketing standpoint, I am really excited about Danny joining the team” says Breeann Poland. “He has built a name for him self and is amazing to watch. His dirt track style and hunger to be up front fits well with the Rossmeyer image. “Pairing a younger rider with a veteran like Barnes will make both teams a force to reckon with at all AMA events”.

Both the GEICO Powersports / RMR Buell Team and the Bruce Rossmeyer Daytona Racing / RMR Buell Team are planning an extensive marketing campaign throughout the 2009 race season.

January 23,2009

RMR signs Marketing Specialist for the GEICO Powersports Buell Team:

Richie Morris Racing announced today that Breeann Poland has been hired to coordinate on site marketing and hospitality for the newly formed GEICO Powersports Buell team. The GEICO team will campaign a Buell 1125R in the AMA Daytona Sportbike class with Michael Barnes piloting the machine.

“I feel a great race program must consist of great people,” says team owner Richie Morris. “One important aspect of running a successful team is delegating important responsibilities. Breeann is the right person for our marketing and hospitality effort. She comes highly recommended and has done an exceptional job for the Corona Extra Honda team the past few years. So the entire GEICO Powersports group is excited to welcome her to the team!” added Morris.

The GEICO Powersports Buell team is planning an extensive marketing plan for each AMA event. The intentions are to include T.V. advertising, billboards, live website, and radio contests…all promoting the new team and series

“When I heard about the GEICO Powersports/RMR team and their long term commitment to the sport…I knew there was a great potential,” says Poland. “I can’t wait to get started and help make this team a major factor in the paddock this season. I am thrilled to be given this responsibility. I would like to thank Richie Morris, Michael Barnes, and the entire GEICO Powersports team for giving me this great opportunity!”

December 5, 2008

Richie Morris Racing’s Richie Morris announced today that his team has signed a three-year sponsorship deal with Geico Powersports and will enter a factory-supported Buell 1125R in the AMA Daytona SportBike class with rider Michael Barnes.

Morris made the announcement in a press conference Friday morning at Daytona International Speedway, where AMA Pro Racing is testing with control tire supplier Dunlop for the next three days.

The press conference was a star-studded affair attended by AMA Pro Racing President Roger Edmondson, Buell Motorcycle Company President Jon Flickinger, Bruce Rossmeyer’s Daytona Harley-Davidson/Buell’s Bruce Rossmeyer and Rossmeyer’s daughter Shelly Rossmeyer Pepe.

The Rossmeyers are a long-time and continuing sponsor of Richie Morris Racing.

Morris said he was negotiating with the Rossmeyers for additional support for a second rider, who will run different sponsorship on another Buell.

Buell has established a new racing support crew to back Richie Morris Racing. That crew is being led by former American Honda factory Crew Chief Dave McGrath.

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