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1_We already have our joint venture in Thailand in production, with a capacity of 200,000 motorcycles per annum we're proud to be the first non-Japanese manufacturer with a proper manufacturing operation in Asia, while, in China and Indonesia, we also have technologysupply agreements, and therefore a major role in local production, without a direct interest. In Brazil, we have a joint venture , , Jolt" KociJlSlri... is in every way tM most mnarllable rider ..1to ever TtlC£d for me. 1 lUbnire him greatly, even if I do,,'! always IIJIdustand him! , , i ;I AMA roadradng, Road America, June 7. Pirelli and Doug Polen totally dominate the 750 Supersport rmal. WInDing by over 7 seconds*! And setting a new track record. .All on Pi.reni's advanced O· steel radial Dragons. The D.O.T. tires that deliver less weight, cooler running, fatter, more stable contad patch, and more power and traction to the ground - where it belougs. with Agrale which is expanding as a reflection of the increased prosperity there, and of course we have a majority shareholding in CZ, though that has yet to take off as we had hoped it would. But I will admit to one half-erazy ambition: ['m looking forward to the day when Cagiva opens a factory in Japan, to satisfy the local market: If the yen continues to fall, it might become costeffective to think about doing so! Will Cagiva return to racing as a factory team in either 500cc GP racing or World 5uperbike - and if so, which riders would you choose, if you had an open checkbook? The answer is no, and yes - most definitely. My heart is in Grand Prix racing, which is why I am happy to give way to the insistence of the Japanese companies' to remain as chairman of the GPMA, but this is a page that has been turned for Cagiva. World Superbike, on the other hand, is an integral part of our R&D program for the F4, as well as the development of our corporate image. We will be on the starting grid for the 1999 Daytona 200, and for the first round of the World Superbike Championship. "I Ir_ 1 did tM best 1 COMW for Cagiva and Dueati, and that nrirIter COIIIf"D'Y _ ..wexist today if not for tM e arts of '"Y brother and '"Ys£1f. ' Riders? Well, my two choices are easy - but we'll have to see if they'll be available: Max Biaggi, because he's [talian and has phenomenal grin/a, with a passionate desire to win - and John Kocinski, who is in every way the most remarkable rider who ever raced for me. I admire him greatly, even if I don't always understand him! 50 now, after the traumas of the past two years, it seems that a new future is beckoning for Cagiva. How do you, Gaudio Castiglioni, feel after all that's happened? Relieved? Pleased? Frustrated? Excited? All of the above - or none? Above all, I feel fortunate - because, in spite of the many difficult moments we've experienced lately, I have a sense of calm, of serenity; and a man at peace with himself is a fortunate man. I know I did the best I could for Cagiva and Ducati, and that neither company would exist today if not for the efforts of my brother and myself. I will admit to making one key strategic mistake in not recognizing the future importance of the scooter market and attacking it strongly six. or seven years ago, when we first assessed it. But that's in the past, and what's more important is the future and for both Cagiva and Ducati, the future has literally never looked brighter. So, yes - I'm excited! ~ Pirelli Motorcycle lire Division 410 Eagleview Blvd., Suite 106, Exton, PA 19341 Phone: (610) 458-9662/ Fax: (610) 458-9663 *AMA Official Results When you choose SBS STREETexcel sinter compounds, you choose tile best In sinter replacement pads fOr your high· perfOrmance street applications. we Offer high friction (HSI fronts and lower friction (LSI rears to provide you wltll tile Ultimate In stopping power no matter what tile conditions. When you're ready to replace your wom, slntered metal pads, be sure to choose STREETexcel from SBS - tile sinter compounds with the power to stop you.. see your cteaIer todaY for all the r1ght SlllEETexcel cholces. 1DO 200 300 400 IIULK DeC TUiltNftATUM (Ditf.C) 500