Flashback to 2006 - 2006 AMA Supercross Series Predictions

Actually, flashback to late 2005. Coming up is the 2006 AMA Supercross Series season.

We asked racers, and industry insiders to give us their picks for 2006. We also asked them what’s the first thing they would they change about supecross if they could.

(Editors note: Most predictions were given before top contender Kevin Windham broke his arm in a practice crash on Dec. 14th.)

Chuck Miller – American Honda Racing Manager

1. RC
2. Windham
3. Reed
4. Fonseca
5. Stewart

Watch for Andrew Short in the West series, and Davi Millsaps in the East. Honda is going for the championships in the Lites class, and holding nothing back. Others to watch are Mike Alessi, Nate Ramsey, Broc Hepler, Grant Langston, Billy Laninovich, and Josh Hansen.

I would suggest a shortened series. 12 total events for the series for AMA points with other "special events" to be added that would be in locations throughout the world. Then we would have time to promote our series and riders to Japan, Australia, Canada and other countries and venues throughout the world. This would also assist with rider injuries, training, and allow time for preparation for other activities the riders and manufactures could use to get the most value from the investment we are making in MX/SX racing.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/features/flashback-to-2006-2006-ama-supercross-series-predictions

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