Planet Minis

bkminimotosx · 03-11-2009, 09:02 AM

What’s this? An indoor NIGHT RACE on mini bikes?!!! You bet, and something you’ll witness only at Vegas’ AMA/Maxxis MiniMotoSX

Baja Designs engineers an insane after market headlight for mini bikes that will allow MMSX staff to shut the lights off at the Orleans Arena so the bikes can race in the dark!

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 11, 2009) – Just when you thought things were crazy enough with the world’s premier mini bike race – the AMA/Maxxis MiniMotoSX held at Vegas’ Orleans Arena – the staff at Source Interlink Media, producers and promoters of MMSX, are fixin’ to shut the arena lights off and run a pro mini bike class in the dark!

Much in the same manner that AMA EnduroCross events have thrilled fans in the past by racing with the house lights turned off, AMA/Maxxis MiniMotoSX sponsor Baja Designs has engineered a clever after market front facia feature for mini bikes – dubbed the Diablo HID - that smartly combines a headlight into the front number plate (see photo). When approached by Baja Designs to incorporate this interesting feature into the evening’s race program, Source Interlink Media officials were hesitant at first – then gave in to the idea.

“I don’t know what we’re thinking,” chuckled Mike Karsting, VP of Events for Source Interlink Media. “Eric (Peronnard, MMSX’s founder) seems to think it’ll work. And all of us agree that we’ll let the fans decide.”

Titled the “AMA/Maxxis MiniMotoSX Baja Designs Night Race,” technicians from Baja Designs will Velcro-mount the Diablo HID to the front forks of the top ten MM10A Stock/Mod finalists, along with a few select race VIPs. Then all heck’s going to break loose as pros – along with some not-so-pros – take to the track in complete darkness, guided solely through the minefield of jumps, whoops, berms and other obstacles by their Baja Designs Diablo HID light – the winner receiving a $500 check from Baja Designs and they get to keep their Diablo HID!

“It’s a perfect match. Baja Designs’ lighting system with the biggest little mini bike race on the planet,” beamed Peronnard. “This is going to be wild! And something for sure I think the fans will really enjoy.”

Makers of premier race lighting, off-road lighting and many other bike and ATV-improving products, Baja Designs and its new Diablo HID light for mini bikes is looking forward to this unique enhancement for the May 1st evening race program at the Orleans Arena. “Baja Designs is proud to be such big part of EnduroCross’ exciting Night Race,” said Deanne Moore, President of Baja Designs. “So expanding our involvement to the MiniMotoSX seemed like the perfect chance to showcase our new Diablo HID light – in as demanding of a forum as we could imagine!”

Combining awesome performance with a light weight factory look, the Diablo HID is designed specifically for aggressive nighttime trail riding by combining amazing distance projection with wide peripheral spread and a smooth light pattern. No glaring hot spots or dead spots. Weighing in at a mere 2.5 pounds for electric-start bikes and 3.75 pounds for kick start bikes*, the Diablo HID is even lighter in weight than many factory and most other aftermarket headlights. Almost all OEM plastic colors - including black and white are available. *Diablo HIDs for kick start bikes include a small NiCad battery and rectifier/regulator pre-mounted and wired with the HID electronics behind the headlight.

Baja Designs has been developing high-end aftermarket lighting systems and other adventure products for the off-road industry for 14 years. Still the leader in high-quality off-road motorcycle lighting and Dual Sport Kits, the addition of the Soltek LaPaz and Soltek Fuego lights has expanded Baja Designs' expertise to the ATV, truck & buggy markets.

For more information on Baja Designs, check out their website: www.bajadesigns.com

The sixth annual AMA/Maxxis MiniMotoSX is the largest indoor motorsports competition of its kind. With more than 700 registered riders in 2008 the event allows any mini bike enthusiast to become part of the show. As one racer put it: “At MiniMotoSX you don’t just show up and watch racing in Vegas – you boot up and get on the track yourself, race in front of a packed house at the Orleans.” Featuring numerous classes at all age and ability levels, AMA/Maxxis MiniMotoSX delivers an unforgettable day of racing action for both fans and racers alike, along with an affordable ‘Vegas experience’ given the hotel and ticket package at the Orleans Hotel and Arena, April 30th – May 1st. Registration for the event is open right now on www.minimotosx.com

Tickets On-Sale NOW at the Orleans Arena, 888-234-2334; or online at www.OrleansArena.com

For rules and race information visit www.EnduroCross.com or email endurocross@sourceinterlink.com..

For TV airing dates/times visit www.motorsportshour.com

Source Interlink Media Motorsports:
Encompassing the highly successful AMA/Maxxis MiniMotoSX, the AMA EnduroCross Championship Series and the AMA EnduroCross Grand Championships, the Source Interlink Media Motorsports brands reach millions of motorcycle enthusiasts with live events, DVD packages, web sites, television and magazine coverage. Visit www.minimotosx.com or www.endurocross.com.

kwertis · 03-11-2009, 04:38 PM

so is this going to be during the intermission show?

bkminimotosx · 03-12-2009, 10:28 AM

it will be in between some motos.... something new they are trying. They do it at some of the endurocross races and it is neat..

I hope u enjoy

bk

slayer66 · 03-12-2009, 10:31 AM

where's pimpin ..this class is made for him

Never Enough Toyz · 03-12-2009, 04:37 PM

At Baja Designs we are really excited about this. The riders always have a great time with the night race at EnduroCross and we expect that the night race at MMSX will be a lot of fun for the riders and spectators as well. They will be running our new battery powered Diablo HID set-up which we can install in no time and the winner gets to keep their set-up!

Pimpindahoes · 03-12-2009, 04:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slayer66

where's pimpin ..this class is made for him

haha i just saw the title of the thread and got all excited....LOL

mini_thump · 03-12-2009, 04:42 PM

I'm OUT on that one. Have you seen some of the idiots that ride at MiniMoto? I can't even imagine in the dark.

EDIT :: I do know some of those idiots that could rail during this... We don't have drunk midnight motos for nothing!

Pimpindahoes · 03-12-2009, 04:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mini_thump

I'm OUT on that one. Have you seen some of the idiots that ride at MiniMoto? I can't even imagine in the dark.

EDIT :: I do know some of those idiots that could rail during this... We don't have drunk midnight motos for nothing!

your retarded....

THE BIKES WILL HAVE HID LIGHTS!!!

five21racing · 03-12-2009, 05:02 PM

the dark? 4 bikes with HID lights and it'll be like the lights are actually on.

Never Enough Toyz · 03-18-2009, 11:41 AM

Yea most rider find a single HID is very comfortable racing with up to 75-80mph so I think they should do OK on the stock 50 class. Should be a good time to watch for sure. This is a picture of the Battery Powered Diablo HID light at night just like they will be running:

Stupidguyona50 · 03-18-2009, 11:46 AM

This sounds pretty cool. Im looking forward to seeing it.

Twister773 · 03-18-2009, 11:50 AM

so its gonna be in the stock 50 class...dang i wanna race it on my stocker lol

Never Enough Toyz · 04-27-2009, 03:48 PM

I am charging the batteries and testing all the lights as we speak. I am excited to see how the event goes and, well, excited to be spending a weekend in VEGAS!

pierce188 · 04-27-2009, 11:29 PM

that sounds cool i can't weight to see it wish i had a stock 50 to run in it

Never Enough Toyz · 04-30-2009, 12:40 PM

We are hitting the road for Vegas now, if anyone is cruising around the vendors stop by and say HI. Never Enough Toyz - Chris

pierce188 · 05-02-2009, 03:42 PM

the lights were bright that race was cool to watch 2up minis had to guys riding in it and they said you could see grate

Kyle_245 · 05-02-2009, 04:56 PM

The lights were really bright and were a blast on the track. I wish they would have let us go 10 laps. Too much fun.

Joshtee · 05-03-2009, 10:59 AM

How long do the batteries last?

Never Enough Toyz · 05-03-2009, 03:06 PM

Just got back to San Diego and we had a blast out there! The night race was awesome to watch and a big thanks goes out to all who participated! It seemed that most of the riders had a good time with it and hopefully we can do it again next year.

Joshtee - the batteries last 3.5 hours and work great for events like MiniMoto and Endurocross with limited time to get the bikes set-up. You could run that Diablo HID light off a 50 with a re-wound stator as well.

03-11-2009, 09:02 AM	#1 (permalink)
bkminimotosx PM Newbie Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 29	MMSX Baja Designs Night Race What’s this? An indoor NIGHT RACE on mini bikes?!!! You bet, and something you’ll witness only at Vegas’ AMA/Maxxis MiniMotoSX Baja Designs engineers an insane after market headlight for mini bikes that will allow MMSX staff to shut the lights off at the Orleans Arena so the bikes can race in the dark! *ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 11, 2009)* – Just when you thought things were crazy enough with the world’s premier mini bike race – the AMA/Maxxis MiniMotoSX held at Vegas’ Orleans Arena – the staff at Source Interlink Media, producers and promoters of MMSX, are fixin’ to shut the arena lights off and run a pro mini bike class in the dark! Much in the same manner that AMA EnduroCross events have thrilled fans in the past by racing with the house lights turned off, AMA/Maxxis MiniMotoSX sponsor Baja Designs has engineered a clever after market front facia feature for mini bikes – dubbed the Diablo HID - that smartly combines a headlight into the front number plate (see photo). When approached by Baja Designs to incorporate this interesting feature into the evening’s race program, Source Interlink Media officials were hesitant at first – then gave in to the idea. “I don’t know what we’re thinking,” chuckled Mike Karsting, VP of Events for Source Interlink Media. “Eric (Peronnard, MMSX’s founder) seems to think it’ll work. And all of us agree that we’ll let the fans decide.” Titled the “AMA/Maxxis MiniMotoSX Baja Designs Night Race,” technicians from Baja Designs will Velcro-mount the Diablo HID to the front forks of the top ten MM10A Stock/Mod finalists, along with a few select race VIPs. Then all heck’s going to break loose as pros – along with some not-so-pros – take to the track in complete darkness, guided solely through the minefield of jumps, whoops, berms and other obstacles by their Baja Designs Diablo HID light – the winner receiving a $500 check from Baja Designs and they get to keep their Diablo HID! “It’s a perfect match. Baja Designs’ lighting system with the biggest little mini bike race on the planet,” beamed Peronnard. “This is going to be wild! And something for sure I think the fans will really enjoy.” Makers of premier race lighting, off-road lighting and many other bike and ATV-improving products, Baja Designs and its new Diablo HID light for mini bikes is looking forward to this unique enhancement for the May 1st evening race program at the Orleans Arena. “Baja Designs is proud to be such big part of EnduroCross’ exciting Night Race,” said Deanne Moore, President of Baja Designs. “So expanding our involvement to the MiniMotoSX seemed like the perfect chance to showcase our new Diablo HID light – in as demanding of a forum as we could imagine!” Combining awesome performance with a light weight factory look, the Diablo HID is designed specifically for aggressive nighttime trail riding by combining amazing distance projection with wide peripheral spread and a smooth light pattern. No glaring hot spots or dead spots. Weighing in at a mere 2.5 pounds for electric-start bikes and 3.75 pounds for kick start bikes, the Diablo HID is even lighter in weight than many factory and most other aftermarket headlights. Almost all OEM plastic colors - including black and white are available. Diablo HIDs for kick start bikes include a small NiCad battery and rectifier/regulator pre-mounted and wired with the HID electronics behind the headlight. Baja Designs has been developing high-end aftermarket lighting systems and other adventure products for the off-road industry for 14 years. Still the leader in high-quality off-road motorcycle lighting and Dual Sport Kits, the addition of the Soltek LaPaz and Soltek Fuego lights has expanded Baja Designs' expertise to the ATV, truck & buggy markets. For more information on Baja Designs, check out their website: www.bajadesigns.com The sixth annual AMA/Maxxis MiniMotoSX is the largest indoor motorsports competition of its kind. With more than 700 registered riders in 2008 the event allows any mini bike enthusiast to become part of the show. As one racer put it: “At MiniMotoSX you don’t just show up and watch racing in Vegas – you boot up and get on the track yourself, race in front of a packed house at the Orleans.” Featuring numerous classes at all age and ability levels, AMA/Maxxis MiniMotoSX delivers an unforgettable day of racing action for both fans and racers alike, along with an affordable ‘Vegas experience’ given the hotel and ticket package at the Orleans Hotel and Arena, April 30th – May 1st. Registration for the event is open right now on www.minimotosx.com *Tickets On-Sale NOW at the Orleans Arena,* 888-234-2334; or online at www.OrleansArena.com For rules and race information visit www.EnduroCross.com or email endurocross@sourceinterlink.com.. For TV airing dates/times visit www.motorsportshour.com Source Interlink Media Motorsports: Encompassing the highly successful AMA/Maxxis MiniMotoSX, the AMA EnduroCross Championship Series** and the AMA EnduroCross Grand Championships, the Source Interlink Media Motorsports brands reach millions of motorcycle enthusiasts with live events, DVD packages, web sites, television and magazine coverage. Visit www.minimotosx.com or www.endurocross.com.

03-11-2009, 04:38 PM	#2 (permalink)
kwertis 2nd Gear Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: chambersburg pa Posts: 389	Re: MMSX Baja Designs Night Race so is this going to be during the intermission show? Last edited by kwertis; 03-11-2009 at 10:29 PM.

03-12-2009, 10:28 AM	#3 (permalink)
bkminimotosx PM Newbie Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 29	Re: MMSX Baja Designs Night Race it will be in between some motos.... something new they are trying. They do it at some of the endurocross races and it is neat.. I hope u enjoy bk

03-12-2009, 10:31 AM	#4 (permalink)
slayer66 2nd Gear Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 684	Re: MMSX Baja Designs Night Race where's pimpin ..this class is made for him

03-12-2009, 04:37 PM	#5 (permalink)
Never Enough Toyz 1st Gear Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 137	Re: MMSX Baja Designs Night Race At Baja Designs we are really excited about this. The riders always have a great time with the night race at EnduroCross and we expect that the night race at MMSX will be a lot of fun for the riders and spectators as well. They will be running our new battery powered Diablo HID set-up which we can install in no time and the winner gets to keep their set-up!

03-12-2009, 04:42 PM	#7 (permalink)
mini_thump 3rd Gear Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: New Braunfels, TX Posts: 1,439	Re: MMSX Baja Designs Night Race I'm OUT on that one. Have you seen some of the idiots that ride at MiniMoto? I can't even imagine in the dark. EDIT :: I do know some of those idiots that could rail during this... We don't have drunk midnight motos for nothing!

03-12-2009, 05:02 PM	#9 (permalink)
five21racing 3rd Gear Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: South Dakota Posts: 4,517	Re: MMSX Baja Designs Night Race the dark? 4 bikes with HID lights and it'll be like the lights are actually on.

03-18-2009, 11:41 AM	#10 (permalink)
Never Enough Toyz 1st Gear Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 137	Re: MMSX Baja Designs Night Race Yea most rider find a single HID is very comfortable racing with up to 75-80mph so I think they should do OK on the stock 50 class. Should be a good time to watch for sure. This is a picture of the Battery Powered Diablo HID light at night just like they will be running:

03-18-2009, 11:46 AM	#11 (permalink)
Stupidguyona50 2nd Gear Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 265 My Mood:	Re: MMSX Baja Designs Night Race This sounds pretty cool. Im looking forward to seeing it.

03-18-2009, 11:50 AM	#12 (permalink)
Twister773 3rd Gear Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: San Luis Obispo, CA Posts: 5,811 My Mood:	Re: MMSX Baja Designs Night Race so its gonna be in the stock 50 class...dang i wanna race it on my stocker lol

04-27-2009, 03:48 PM	#13 (permalink)
Never Enough Toyz 1st Gear Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 137	Re: MMSX Baja Designs Night Race I am charging the batteries and testing all the lights as we speak. I am excited to see how the event goes and, well, excited to be spending a weekend in VEGAS!

04-27-2009, 11:29 PM	#14 (permalink)
pierce188 3rd Gear Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: punxsutawney pa. Posts: 1,293	Re: MMSX Baja Designs Night Race that sounds cool i can't weight to see it wish i had a stock 50 to run in it

04-30-2009, 12:40 PM	#15 (permalink)
Never Enough Toyz 1st Gear Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 137	Re: MMSX Baja Designs Night Race We are hitting the road for Vegas now, if anyone is cruising around the vendors stop by and say HI. Never Enough Toyz - Chris

05-02-2009, 03:42 PM	#16 (permalink)
pierce188 3rd Gear Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: punxsutawney pa. Posts: 1,293	Re: MMSX Baja Designs Night Race the lights were bright that race was cool to watch 2up minis had to guys riding in it and they said you could see grate

05-02-2009, 04:56 PM	#17 (permalink)
Kyle_245 3rd Gear Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Moorpark Posts: 1,553	Re: MMSX Baja Designs Night Race The lights were really bright and were a blast on the track. I wish they would have let us go 10 laps. Too much fun.

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05-03-2009, 10:59 AM	#18 (permalink)
Joshtee 2nd Gear Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 279	Re: MMSX Baja Designs Night Race How long do the batteries last?

05-03-2009, 03:06 PM	#19 (permalink)
Never Enough Toyz 1st Gear Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 137	Re: MMSX Baja Designs Night Race Just got back to San Diego and we had a blast out there! The night race was awesome to watch and a big thanks goes out to all who participated! It seemed that most of the riders had a good time with it and hopefully we can do it again next year. Joshtee - the batteries last 3.5 hours and work great for events like MiniMoto and Endurocross with limited time to get the bikes set-up. You could run that Diablo HID light off a 50 with a re-wound stator as well.