MSF DIRTBIKE SCHOOL REWARDS 2005 U.S. OPEN KJSC RIDERS
IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 6, 2005 - In conjunction with the 2005 U.S. Open this weekend in Las Vegas, the Motorcycle Safety Foundation DirtBike SchoolSM will display its continuing support of youth in motorcycling by presenting each of the KTM Junior Supercross Challenge (KJSC) participants with a $100 education savings bond.

These qualifying KJSC riders are past winners from each round of the 2005 THQ Supercross and THQ World Supercross series. Seventeen riders will battle head to head in a two-day, two-moto format with one moto scheduled each night.

"The KJSC program is a fun, family-oriented event and KTM encourages safe riding and the use of proper protective gear," said Selvaraj Narayana, vice president racing and event promotions for KTM North America, Inc. "We are pleased to endorse the MSF DirtBike School's dedication to safety instruction as presented to both youth and adult riders. The education savings bonds the MSF is presenting to our KJSC riders send the message that while motorcycling is fun and exciting, receiving a proper education must be a priority as well."

Patti Higgins, MSF DirtBike School administrator, shares Narayana's enthusiasm. "We appreciate the opportunity to contribute to the educational needs of the KJSC riders," Higgins said. "While our goal with the MSF DirtBike School is to teach and promote safe and responsible use of off-highway motorcycles, we also believe that education is one of the most important factors in a child's life."

The Motorcycle Safety Foundation's DirtBike SchoolSM is a hands-on, one-day training class for off-road motorcycle riders aged six and older. The course focuses on basic skills for the inexperienced rider and covers responsible riding practices, the importance of wearing proper safety gear, and environmental awareness. For DirtBike School locations, call 877-288-7093 or visit www.dirtbikeschool.com.

The Motorcycle Safety FoundationSM is a national, not-for-profit organization promoting the safety of motorcyclists with programs in rider training, operator licensing and public information. The MSF is sponsored by the U.S. manufacturers and distributors of BMW, Ducati, Harley-Davidson, Honda, Kawasaki, KTM, Piaggio/Vespa, Suzuki, Victory, and Yamaha motorcycles.