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Destined for success

Oxford (09.12.09) A local Harley-Davidson motorcycle dealership has announced that it will take to the tracks and compete in what is expected to be one of the most exciting one-make race series the UK has ever seen. Black Bear Harley-Davidson will enter a team in the inaugural Henderson Harley-Davidson® XR1200™ Trophy at the 2010 British Superbike Championship.

Harley-Davidson UK & Ireland is expecting season-long full grids in the seven-race series, which will run across five events. In addition to the 34-strong UK and Ireland dealer network, individual competitors – holding an ACU Clubman licence or above – are entitled to enter. The aim of the XR1200™ Trophy race series is to attract a varied mix of experienced Clubman, Superbike and Superstock contenders and bright young stars looking to develop their race craft.

The Harley-Davidson XR1200™ story is one of development – from a multiple championship-winning flat-tracker with the XR750 into a capable road-going bike for the European markets. The Henderson Harley-Davidson® XR1200™ Trophy will follow that ethos with a mix of historical success and new additions.

“We are thrilled to announce our participation in the race series,” says Black Bear Harley-Davidson Dealer Principal Nigel Darken. “It gives us a fantastic opportunity to showcase the performance of the XR1200™ and we are excited to become part of the line-up at the 2010 British Superbike Championship.

“Our rider has a fantastic race record, with many wins to his credit. We are pleased to announce that Warren Scott will be representing our team.”

Although the 2010 race calendar has yet to be confirmed, events will be staged between April and September, and all races will be shown on British Eurosport.

For more information, or to take a closer look at the Harley-Davidson XR1200™, please visit Black Bear Harley-Davidson, Black Bear Lane, Newmarket CB8 0JT or call 01638 664 455.

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