Dunlop Announces Multi-Year Extension of AMA Pro Racing Official Tire Agreement

Buffalo, NY: Dunlop announces today that it has extended the agreement to remain the sole tire supplier for AMA Pro Racing. This announcement follows the initial three-year agreement between Dunlop and AMA Pro Racing that began in 2009 and concludes at the end of the 2011 AMA roadracing season. The new agreement is a multi-year commitment, though the specific details of the agreement are not available at press time.

"Professional road racing has played a key role in our strategic vision here at Dunlop," said Joe Rosen, President and Chairman of Goodyear Dunlop North America. "For decades we have been the leader in supplying racing tires to the AMA paddock, and our championship record-and reputation-over the past two decades is unmatched. Our racing commitment furthers the development of our products, and helps us supply advanced technology to our customers. We look forward to more AMA racing accomplishments as the Official Tire of AMA Pro Racing in future years."

About Dunlop
Dunlop is the largest supplier of original equipment and replacement motorcycle tires in the U.S. and the only manufacturer of motorcycle tires in North America. With North American operations headquartered in Buffalo, NY, Dunlop has been making and selling high-quality tires in the U.S. since 1923. For more information, visit www.dunlopmotorcycle.com.