Davi Millsaps' #1 Bike For Monster Cup

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hvaughn88 9/4/2015 3:21am
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hvaughn88 wrote:
That blows my mind
BigDaddyG wrote:
Maybe 30k a race, no way he's only making 30k from BTO KTM.
Langhammx wrote:
I agree...
I really, really hope you guys are right.
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imoto34 9/4/2015 5:13am
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Monster Cup will be interesting. DM18 + JS7 back to racing
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mark_swart 9/4/2015 8:04am
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Kinda funny ... DM will be running the #1 plate while the actual SX champ is running the 5? I know, I know, it's a one-off race, but it still a bit weird in some ways.
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CAB214 9/4/2015 8:08am
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hvaughn88 wrote:
That blows my mind
BigDaddyG wrote:
Maybe 30k a race, no way he's only making 30k from BTO KTM.
Langhammx wrote:
I agree...
I'm thinking the same... $30k a year is insanely low. Understanding he has outside sponsors but that just seems ridiculous.

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The Truth Bringer 9/4/2015 8:48am
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hvaughn88 wrote:
$30,000 a year? Furreal? If so, I'd say BTO has already won this year.
The Narrator wrote:
same amount JGR paid him the first year he rode for them.

he must be in good with the gear companies and outside backers.
hvaughn88 wrote:
That blows my mind
What fans think riders make and what they actually make are vastly different.
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GD2 9/4/2015 9:06am
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mark_swart wrote:
Kinda funny ... DM will be running the #1 plate while the actual SX champ is running the 5? I know, I know, it's a one-off...
Kinda funny ... DM will be running the #1 plate while the actual SX champ is running the 5? I know, I know, it's a one-off race, but it still a bit weird in some ways.
It's not weird at all. This is not related in any way to Supercross or Nationals. Therefore it doesn't matter who the SX champ is. All that matters is who won it last, and they reserve the right to run the #1 plate.
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flarider 9/4/2015 9:09am
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The Truth Bringer wrote:
What fans think riders make and what they actually make are vastly different.
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Tarz483 9/4/2015 9:17am
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mark_swart wrote:
Kinda funny ... DM will be running the #1 plate while the actual SX champ is running the 5? I know, I know, it's a one-off...
Kinda funny ... DM will be running the #1 plate while the actual SX champ is running the 5? I know, I know, it's a one-off race, but it still a bit weird in some ways.
GD2 wrote:
It's not weird at all. This is not related in any way to Supercross or Nationals. Therefore it doesn't matter who the SX champ is. All...
It's not weird at all. This is not related in any way to Supercross or Nationals. Therefore it doesn't matter who the SX champ is. All that matters is who won it last, and they reserve the right to run the #1 plate.
They should run it
In order
Of last years finish all the way through
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Spooner 9/4/2015 11:41am
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I thought I heard he was racing for bonuses only. That would be very smart of the team to help keep him motivated.
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TeamGreen 9/4/2015 11:46am
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flarider wrote:
His deal is SX only. Forrest was pretty clear, that it wasn't because they didn't want him for outdoors, but what they want to do is...
His deal is SX only.
Forrest was pretty clear, that it wasn't because they didn't want him for outdoors, but what they want to do is change the game, just work on one season (SX or MX) at a time. If Davi can't do all of SX, then they'll look at outdoors. Davi is getting to the end, so focus on one season at a time, worry about one thing at a time.

and that number?
LOL

BaaaaaaaaBOOOOM!
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josh8811 9/4/2015 12:45pm
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racerhansen wrote:
Because they feel really good. Wouldn't trade stock KTM levers for anything else
You obviously have tried these then Smile

Yes, the stock levers are good.. But this guy is a serious nerd and has an awesome product.

http://www.midwestme.com

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mb60 9/4/2015 12:48pm
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The Narrator wrote:
same amount JGR paid him the first year he rode for them.

he must be in good with the gear companies and outside backers.
hvaughn88 wrote:
That blows my mind
The Truth Bringer wrote:
What fans think riders make and what they actually make are vastly different.
Yea because Riders in Videos with houses in So Cal and Florida are not making much right ?? LOL
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flarider 9/4/2015 1:02pm
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Do they own, rent or lease?
Sure that is THEIR property?
They pay for it in cash or mortgage?
How much is in the BANK is what really counts, doesn't it?
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hvaughn88 9/4/2015 1:07pm
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The Narrator wrote:
same amount JGR paid him the first year he rode for them.

he must be in good with the gear companies and outside backers.
hvaughn88 wrote:
That blows my mind
The Truth Bringer wrote:
What fans think riders make and what they actually make are vastly different.
I guess I was just assuming that a rider of davi's caliber would have a base salary a lot higher than the kid that sacks groceries at the store down the street.

And, yes, I'll be the first to admit that I know absolutely nothing about what these guys make.
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kkawboy14 9/4/2015 1:20pm
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Imagine that a pro's base pay is like a free savings account!
Lawrence929 9/4/2015 1:28pm
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hvaughn88 wrote:
That blows my mind
The Truth Bringer wrote:
What fans think riders make and what they actually make are vastly different.
hvaughn88 wrote:
I guess I was just assuming that a rider of davi's caliber would have a base salary a lot higher than the kid that sacks groceries...
I guess I was just assuming that a rider of davi's caliber would have a base salary a lot higher than the kid that sacks groceries at the store down the street.

And, yes, I'll be the first to admit that I know absolutely nothing about what these guys make.
It is my understanding that the pay is insanely low for almost all of these guys, they only loophole being if you are at the very least winning multiple races per year, getting consistent podium exposure, and finishing seasons.

How many guys go on that list?

PS. Good luck Davi!
The Narrator 9/4/2015 1:40pm
9/4/2015 1:40pm
This sport is dead. Back in the late 90s, early 00s, guys like DV made more money running around in 5th than the front runners of today make. Fact.
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ML512 9/4/2015 1:49pm
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hvaughn88 wrote:
That blows my mind
BigDaddyG wrote:
Maybe 30k a race, no way he's only making 30k from BTO KTM.
Langhammx wrote:
I agree...
How about $0... No up front money in Davi's deal with Butler bros...

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TeamGreen 9/4/2015 2:05pm
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BigDaddyG wrote:
Maybe 30k a race, no way he's only making 30k from BTO KTM.
Langhammx wrote:
I agree...
ML512 wrote:
How about $0... No up front money in Davi's deal with Butler bros...
No one gets it: DAVI has to PRODUCE to get paid.
Langhammx 9/4/2015 2:41pm
9/4/2015 2:41pm Edited Date/Time 9/4/2015 3:08pm
The Truth Bringer wrote:
What fans think riders make and what they actually make are vastly different.
While that's very true, you realize that there are several riders pushing the 7 figure mark and a few that are already being paid 7 figures, right ? There are another group, (I'm going to guess 6-8) that are in the $250K + a year club.
Then there's maybe 15 more guys in the $30K- $100K range. I'm guessing at least 10 guys that make the night show are racing for bonuses only. (Just my guess....) Wink I'm talking 450 class here !

As far as the 250 class, I'm sure there are only a few riders making over 6 figures and most of the other supported riders between $30K and $100K. But again, I'm just guessing, based on what I DO know.

EITHER WAY, they are all very under paid. There's no reason that every rider that can make the show, shouldn't get a descent check for his efforts. We could go on all day about the riders being under paid for the risk vs. reward.
Langhammx 9/4/2015 2:50pm
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ML512 wrote:
How about $0... No up front money in Davi's deal with Butler bros...
There's got to be a serious BONUS structure for hm to agree to that. To live the lifestyle he's use to living takes a descent income. I'm sure he's got some of his money put away (I would hope), but if he doesn't produce, he's going to go through some cash quickly. Smart thing for BTO to do, definetly going to motivate him to perform.
Benchracer17 9/4/2015 2:52pm
9/4/2015 2:52pm
Where in the world is our Authority of all things moto, Flex / 298 / EK298 to confirm all these numbersTongue
Langhammx 9/4/2015 2:58pm
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Benchracer17 wrote:
Where in the world is our Authority of all things moto, Flex / 298 / EK298 to confirm all these numbersTongue
Tongue I could be a little off with my post, but not by much. But yeah.... Where is the EK298 fella, he could call Tony and get the scoop. Laughing
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crf250pilot 9/4/2015 3:05pm
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Rotaholic wrote:
That 1 plate will look great on the 7 bike
Yep, James is going to be hungry especially after lil bro whips his butt at Red Bull Straight rhythm.
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ktm212 9/4/2015 3:29pm
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racerhansen wrote:
Because they feel really good. Wouldn't trade stock KTM levers for anything else
josh8811 wrote:
You obviously have tried these then Smile

Yes, the stock levers are good.. But this guy is a serious nerd and has an awesome product.

http://www.midwestme.com

Those levers suck. yes the make the pull easier but they're completely flat and an inch thick. stock KTM are where its at.
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imoto34 9/4/2015 3:43pm
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ML512 wrote:
How about $0... No up front money in Davi's deal with Butler bros...
You must be joking?
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hvaughn88 9/4/2015 4:26pm
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Langhammx wrote:
I agree...
ML512 wrote:
How about $0... No up front money in Davi's deal with Butler bros...
TeamGreen wrote:
No one gets it: DAVI has to PRODUCE to get paid.
You're right. I don't get it. IMO, this sport is too dangerous to make a living structured like that. But, to each his own. If the rider's ok with it, then so am I.
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ML512 9/4/2015 4:30pm
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imoto34 wrote:
You must be joking?
Nope.
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TeamGreen 9/4/2015 6:10pm
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racinstation wrote:
I just wanna know what front tire that is?
tek14 wrote:
Prototype Pirelli.. so copy of Dunlops with their own rubber.
That's the Stupidest Post of the Day.

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