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Cycle News Issue 2019 45 November 12

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New Class Structure For BITD B est In The Desert announced it is adding four new classes to its motorcycle division for 2020. It starts with the addi- tion of the "Adventure" class for adventure motorcycles featuring two cylinders. It also added the Ironman Pro class due to many requests from racers. A Women's class is being added, and it is changing the 300cc class to 399cc for Pro, Amateur and Sportsman classes. Finally, BITD will offer a special Family class for those wishing to compete as part of a family unit. "We've been watching the mo- torcycle market closely for sev- eral years, and there's no ques- tion where the growth is in the market. Adventure motorcycles featuring twin cylinders are the fastest-growing segment of the market, and many riders are look- ing for competitive events to test them in," said Best In The Desert Race Operation Manager Donald Jackson. "Also, with women now making up almost 20% of all mo- torcyclists, the time has come for us to offer a 100% women's class for them to compete in as well. Ours is one of the most exciting forms of racing on the planet, and the addition of these new classes is sure to draw additional interest and attention." "In addition to the Adventure class, Pro Ironman Class and the Women's class we are excited to update the 300cc classes to now expand to 399cc," said Best In The Desert CEO Daryl Folks. "Besides giving all the KTM, BMW, Honda, Yamaha and Tri- umph adventure motorcycle rid- ers a new platform to compete in on their heavyweight twin-cylinder bikes, the 399cc class will create a level playing field for this highly popular class displacement as well by combining the previous 300cc class into one class for motorcycles with displacement up to 399cc. No longer will 350cc four-strokes be forced to race against higher displacement 450s. Instead, they will compete against all motorcycles of 399cc or less. Finally, the addition of the family class is sure to be a home run with those looking to com- pete as a family." CN IN THE WIND P36 Best In The Desert announces new classes and changes starting in 2020.

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