KTM ANNOUNCES 2009 OFF-ROAD BIKE SERIES CHAMPIONSHIP CONTINGENCY PROGRAM

KTM’s strong commitment to off-road riding and racing will include the 2009 KTM Off-Road series contingency program.
In addition to KTM customer support offered trackside at many of the events, the KTM Off-Road series contingency is additional support for our loyal KTM riders who compete in the following series’: AMA GNCC, AMA WORCS, AMA National Enduro, AMA National Hare & Hound, AMA National EnduroCross and OMA Nationals.
Winners will be paid through XTRM. For complete rules and to register and qualify for the KTM series championship contingency go to www.xtrm.com/ktm XTRM is the premier provider of 100% online performance payout, award campaign management, promoter automation, nationally ratified results and participant community services. For more information please visit www.xtrm.com

1st - $ 2,000
2nd - $ 1,500
3rd - $ 1,000
4th --- $ 750
5th --- $ 500
6th --- $ 400
7th --- $ 300
8th --- $ 200
9th --- $ 100
10th ---- $ 50

---M/C--- Championship Payout (Year End Class Standings)

Open A , Lite A, 30-39 A		$ 750

40-49 A, 50 +, Open B, Lite B, 30-39 B, 40-49 B, Women		$ 500

Open C, Lite C, 30-39 C, 40-49 C		$ 250

110cc (14-15), 110cc (12-13), 65cc (10-11), 65cc (7-9),
50cc (7-8), 50cc (4-6)		$ 250

KTM ATV Contingency Program below for OMA Nationals

---ATV--- Classes Payout	Events	1st	2nd	3rd	Total

Pro ATV	10	$ 500	$ 250	$ 100	$ 8,500
A ATV	10	$ 250	$ 125	$ 75	$ 4,500
Plus 30, B & C Class, Women	10	$ 100	$ 50	$ 25	$ 7,000

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DECEMBER 12, 2008

It’s Not Too Late To Apply For KTM’s “Ready to Race” Rider Support Program

MURRIETA, Calif. — KTM is still accepting résumés for its first-ever ATV contingency and rider support programs geared toward the “Ready to Race” ATV customer. With KTM’s racing heritage and four race-ready ATVs in the line-up, supporting ATV racers was the next step in stamping KTM’s name in the ATV industry.

To reward current KTM ATV racers who are competing on 2008 or 2009 models, riders will now have the opportunity to earn their share of $513,600 in KTMCASH available in 12 different ATV racing series, making it the most comprehensive contingency package available to the ATV racer to date. Once all event schedules are finalized, racers will be able to log on to www.xtrm.com/KTM to review the eligibility requirements, rules, series information and earn KTMCASH.

In line with KTM’s “Ready to Race” philosophy, KTM is also offering racers the opportunity for factory rider support packages. Racers are encouraged to submit their rider résumé to KTMATVracer@KTMNorthAmerica.com, fax 951-600-8866 or by mail at ATTN: ATV Racer Support 38429 Innovation Court, Murrieta, CA 92563. Competitive racers may receive a rider support package valued at up to $6,000, along with a KTM E-Z-Up and select KTM PowerPart or PowerWear items. Résumés will be evaluated on the race series, class and past rider performance. There are a limited number of rider support packages available and résumés should be submitted as early as possible.

“KTM has always supported racing from a grassroots level,” Kurt Nicoll, Director of KTM Racing, said. “Being involved in ATV racing on the national and regional level is a great way to showcase how competitive our product is.”

The ATV contingency program covers multiple disciplines of ATV racing and includes the following national and regional race series: AMA / ATVA GNC motocross, Grand National Cross Country, OMA Nationals, WORCS, Extreme Dirt Track Nationals, ITP QuadCross, SCORE, Best In The Desert, New England ATV MX, TQRA – Texhoma Quad Racing, Mid-South Hare Scramble winter series and D37 Big Six Grand Prix.

“Providing a full package of contingency and rider support is a great way to reward our KTM loyalists and welcome new riders to the KTM family,” said Chris Vogtman, Specialty Vehicle Product Line Manager. “KTM is committed to the sport, racing and our ATV product. After a successful first year on the market, our KTM XC ATVs have proven KTM is serious about the ATV business. With the expansion of our “Ready to Race” product line to include the all-new and well-received motocross SX models, it was a natural progression to support racers at a higher level in year two.”

About KTM
KTM, founded in 1953, is the second largest European motorcycle manufacturer specializing in ''Ready to Race'' street and off road motorcycles and ATVs.

Proven successes in worldwide competition are embodied into the design and function of each KTM race machine. KTM has built a reputation for high-quality premium race ready machines suitable for street and off road race competition and recreation. With more than 160 World Championships and counting, the technology, design and performance of KTM continues to race past the competition time and again.

---------------- Rules and Regulations ---------------

* 2008 – 2009 KTM ATVs are eligible.

* Only ATVs containing a genuine KTM Vehicle Identification Number are eligible.

* KTM logo and plastic components must be displayed on KTM motorcycle for contingency eligibility.

* Minimum 5 Riders per class for KTMCASH to be awarded.

* KTMCASH will be issued once results are validated by the race promoter or an official representative using XTRM online results ratification.

* Contingency will be paid in KTMCASH via XTRM.com and redeemable only at participating KTM Dealers.

* KTM reserves the right to decide which events and classes are eligible for KTMCASH.

* Riders must posses a valid XTRM Plus Account - Become an XTRM Plus account holder