Townley to TwoTwo

Torco1
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3/19/2012 4:06pm
TeamGreen wrote:
I don't see the Green Brigade letting go of RV...especially under Reid's watchful eye.
Torco1 wrote:
Yeah, I don't really see Kawy getting rid of him anytime soon. He's exactly what Kawasaki wants.
TeamGreen wrote:
Actually...

He's what EVERYBODY wants:

A Winner.
Very true
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3/19/2012 4:25pm
TeamGreen wrote:
I think the real news will be who rides for Chad next-year...
ibRV2
TeamGreen wrote:
You're one generation too far back...
Barcia,Barcia,Barcia......
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3/19/2012 4:45pm
DONE DEAL!

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3/19/2012 4:58pm
Ben Townley to contest AMA Pro Motocross Championship with TwoTwo Motorsports
For immediate release: 20 March, 2012.

TwoTwo Motorsports is pleased to announce the signing of former world champion and multiple AMA race winner Ben Townley to contest its 2012 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship campaign.

With team owner and rider Chad Reed sidelined as he recovers from his AMA Supercross injury, the team sought a rider that could race competitively at the head of the 450 class while assisting in the ongoing development of the Honda CRF450 motorcycle.

“Prior to the Supercross season I had been speaking to Ben about racing competitively in the US again, and we’d spoken about the possibility of running a bike built by Mitch Payton from our truck for selected rounds.

“After the injury, surgery and the initial realisation that I would be sidelined from competition for some time, I needed to consider the team’s ongoing development and if there was a rider that could step in and be competitive in the role,” said Reed.

“We believe in Ben's talent and work ethic, and combined with the great crew we have at TwoTwo Motorsports, I feel we have the formula to not only represent our sponsors but also challenge, win races and compete for the number 1 plate.

“I'm excited and I know the whole team is looking forward to getting back racing and supporting Ben.

The decision was made in consultation with various parties and sponsors, with Reed remaining committed to providing the most value possible to those that have supported his newly-established team.

“Our core sponsors - Bel-Ray, Honda Motorcycles, Shift, Etnies, Skullcandy and Fox - have stood behind us from the beginning and have been a big part of our success on and off track,” Reed continued.

“We’re not just going racing to have a presence at the events, we strongly believe Ben is a rider that can challenge for race wins and we will give Ben every opportunity at success and getting the Honda on the podium.

“He will have the same factory support that I did and we will begin testing in the coming weeks to ensure he is comfortable and prepared for the series.

“I would like to thank Honda Australia’s Tony Hinton and Yarrive Konsky for allowing Ben to pursue this opportunity.”

Townley looks forward to maximising the opportunity with TwoTwo Motorsports.

“I’m really looking forward to racing the AMA Motocross Championship with TwoTwo Motorsports,” said Townley.

“It’s an incredible opportunity and one I will be grabbing with both hands.

“I can’t wait to work with the team to race and further develop the bike throughout the season.

“I also need to thank the Carlton Dry Honda Thor Racing team for supporting me with this opportunity,” Townley added.

The twelve-round Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship begins at Hangtown in Sacramento on May 19.

Ends.

Chad Reed and TwoTwo Motorsports are proudly supported by Bel-Ray, Honda Motorcycles, Shift, Etnies, Skullcandy, Fox, Pro Circuit, Factory Effex, Specialized, Showa, Dunlop, Renthal, America's Tire.com, Discount Tire.com, DT1 Airfilters, D.I.D, Hinson Clutches, VP Race Fuels, Matrix, JStar Motors, Dubya and Mechanixwear.

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3/19/2012 5:08pm
ibRV2
TeamGreen wrote:
You're one generation too far back...
teamblue wrote:
Barcia,Barcia,Barcia......
possibly, but I'm not putting a whole lot into that right now
3/19/2012 5:10pm
running a bike built by Mitch Payton from our truck for selected rounds.


Hmm Wonder if that's still the gameplan?
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3/19/2012 5:30pm
TeamGreen wrote:
I don't see the Green Brigade letting go of RV...especially under Reid's watchful eye.
Torco1 wrote:
Yeah, I don't really see Kawy getting rid of him anytime soon. He's exactly what Kawasaki wants.
TeamGreen wrote:
Actually...

He's what EVERYBODY wants:

A Winner.
I don't disagree, but rc and james we're winning too.
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3/19/2012 5:33pm
running a bike built by Mitch Payton from our truck for selected rounds.


Hmm Wonder if that's still the gameplan?
Read the whole thing.

“He will have the same factory support that I did and we will begin testing in the coming weeks to ensure he is comfortable and prepared for the series.
Derpin' DJ
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3/19/2012 5:34pm
Is 101 still assigned to Townley? No one is using it at the moment, but is that because it is still Townley's permanent number? Or did he lose it because he didn't race in the US last year?
3/19/2012 5:43pm
kevin204 wrote:
Read the whole thing. “He will have the same factory support that I did and we will begin testing in the coming weeks to ensure he...
Read the whole thing.

“He will have the same factory support that I did and we will begin testing in the coming weeks to ensure he is comfortable and prepared for the series.
Reading comprehension > me
TeamGreen
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3/19/2012 7:44pm
ibRV2
TeamGreen wrote:
You're one generation too far back...
teamblue wrote:
Barcia,Barcia,Barcia......
Brady Bunch, Classic.
Paul333
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3/20/2012 9:55am Edited Date/Time 3/20/2012 9:56am
running a bike built by Mitch Payton from our truck for selected rounds.


Hmm Wonder if that's still the gameplan?
kevin204 wrote:
Read the whole thing. “He will have the same factory support that I did and we will begin testing in the coming weeks to ensure he...
Read the whole thing.

“He will have the same factory support that I did and we will begin testing in the coming weeks to ensure he is comfortable and prepared for the series.
All I can say is W-O-W. This is a dream opportunity for Townley. Honestly it could not be any better; back in the U.S. on a top-notch team w/ full works CRF450R.

He is riding a Honda now?
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3/20/2012 11:19am
Ramrod wrote:
Please, please stay healthy and injury free for a complete season wherever you compete Ben.
mx510 wrote:
^^^^^^^^THIS^^^^^^^^^
^^^^^^^^THIS^^^^^^^^^ x100

good luck townley and twotwo
Hando
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3/20/2012 11:21am
bet all those kiwis are happy BT is on a damn ozzies bike Smile LOL

hope he stays healthy and runs @ the top..we dont need another RV run away

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