1000CC SuperSport
Awaited decision surrounding Formula Superbike peaks interest in 1000cc class

AMA/Prostar announced this morning that they will be eliminating Formula Superbike for 2004. With that known and the fact that Prostar has had numerous request to add a 1000cc SuperSport class. Prostar president, Keith Kizer said, "Prostar stands firm that we will not consider a 60" class at this time, but would consider a 1000 SuperSport class based off the exact rules as 600 SuperSport with the following additions:

56" wheelbase (stock swingarm with modifications), 3mm max overbore with stock stroke, any clutch mods (no sliders), any fuel (no alcohol or nitro), carbon body work (for the big guys), front end straps (with restrictions to placement and use).

If we were to have this class, it would be more suited for a 170-190lb rider, so the class weight would be in the 600 lb range."

Prostar is seeking more input and information before giving any more thought to this class. Most importantly, who would participate. Prostar would move the Superbike Suzuki and Kawasaki contingencies to the new class. The class would have the same purse as Superbike but would be ran as a Sportsman class for the purpose of lower entry fees to the riders.

If you are interested in the proposed 1000cc class and would race the class next season, please send an e-mail to info@amaprostar.com confirming your interest. Prostar requires a minimum number of interested racers prior to proceeding.

NOTE: Please send no comments about what other classes you would rather see. We only need to know who would be interested in the proposed 1000cc class. Thank you in advance for your input.