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Kurts1000RR
02-14-2006, 03:31 PM
Is it worth $1200?

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DUCATI RIDING EXPERIENCE 2006
14 February 2006

The latest from Ducati;

DUCATI RIDING EXPERIENCE 2006

For the first time, this year two appointments will take place on the famous Mugello Racetrack.

The Ducati riding courses are aimed at those who would like to learn how to ride a motorcyle or improve their street or track skills. The courses consist of a full day of riding sessions combined with classroom time.

Eleven appointments for this year; nine of them will take place on Enzo and Dino Ferrari racetrack in Imola, while the other two will be hosted at the International Mugello circuit, famous worldwide because it’s where every year the MotoGp Championship takes place as the unique Italian round.

The DRE school presents an impressive line-up of instructors including World, European and National champions and features five different classes for all skill levels.

The following courses are available:

Women’s Basic Riding Course

Aimed at women without riding experience who would like to get involved in the motorcycle world. The course will take place in the paddock using reduced power Monster 620 i.e. motorcycles. Price: 225 Euro, taxes included.

Men’s Basic Riding Course

Aimed at men without riding experience who would like to get involved in the motorcycle world. The course will take place in the paddock using Multistrada 620 motorcycles. Price: 225 Euro, taxes included.

Intermediate Riding Course

This course is aimed at men and women who already have some riding experience but want to improve their skills. The course covers common road situations and tips on how to tackle them using specific riding techniques. After a practice phase in the paddock, students will be able to try out their new skills on the track.

Monster S2R and Multistrada 1000 motorcycles will be used for this course. Price: 294 Euro taxes included.

Racing Course

Aimed at expert motorcyclists (men and women) who have the desire to increase their knowledge of riding technique on the track. 999 Superbikes will be used for this course and students will be divided into groups based on experience (declared by rider). Price: 750 Euro, taxes included.

Master Racing Course

This master course is aimed at riders who have already participate a racing course. 999 Superbikes will be used and, in order to ensure the best possible learning environment, student groups will not exceed three per instructor. Lessons will focus on improving circuit riding techniques and maximising each rider's overall performance riding a motorcycle with a 2D acquisition data system, as well as on one equipped with an on board camera. At the end of the course they will receive a graphic reporting their performance, and a DVD with their track riding recorded. Price: 999 Euro, taxes included.

The cost of the course includes: the use of motorcycle, lunch and the open cafè area, welcome kit, the presence of a photographer and special rates at nearby hotels. It does not includes any type of insurance.

This year's edition of the DRE also introduces an opportunity to rent riding gear (leathers, helmets, gloves, boots) at the time of registration on www.ducati.com.

2006 CALENDAR

March 23 Imola April 4 Imola April 12 Mugello April 13 Mugello April 27 Imola

May 15 Imola May 23 Imola June 26 Imola July 3 Imola

September 1 Imola October 10 Imola Registration and information

The registration will be done exclusively through our website, www.ducati.com from February 15th, 2006. Payment can be made by credit card or bank transfer.

Those who participated in the last DRE, participants who attend more than one course at the DRE 2006 and Official Ducati Club Members will be offered a special price on the purchase of the 2006 DRE courses. The reduced price will be calculated upon registration.

For more information: www.ducati.com dre@ducati.com

simmons5
02-14-2006, 05:19 PM
Does this mean were going to Italy? If your paying for it Kurt I'm in.

Kurts1000RR
02-14-2006, 05:30 PM
Gimme a couple days, depending on how things go......maybe.

simmons5
02-14-2006, 06:05 PM
I gotta get some leathers but, I'm in bro.....Anyone else come to join us.

SilverDragon
02-15-2006, 12:02 PM
$1200!?!? WOW! I don't know! One could get quite a few things for a bike with that!