THE CENTOPASSI CHALLENGE RETURNS TO THE WESTERN ALPS FROM THE 21ST TO THE 24TH JULY 2005
03 March 2005 - Ducati UK Ltd

Registrations are open for the third edition of the motorcycle event not to be missed by those who love challenging mountain passes.

Fun, challenging, adventurous: this is the spirit of CENTOPASSI, event created to spur the appetite of the most demanding motorcyclists that enjoy giving their best on mountain roads.
The third edition will take place from the 21st to the 24th of July 2005, on the Western part of the Alps. Through the most thrilling passes and captivating roads, with numerous variations the 2004 itinerary will be broadened and refined.

Departure from Cote d’ Azure is set for the 21st July following a previous day of preliminary operations and bike check. The ocean breeze is left behind to introduce 4 legs, a succession of places that embody the true mountain spirit amongst the summits of French and Italian Alps. Waiting for the participants will be over a thousand kilometres to cover and as many emotions to be lived.

In 2005 the end of each leg will be set in the area of Val di Susa, headquarters of the Olympic Winter Games 2006. CENTOPASSI riders and local public will be greeted in the main locations of the region with a square full of novelties, activities, entertainment, music and motorcycle display .

The event will conclude itself with the prize giving ceremony at the end of the 4th and last leg. The best rider overall in the Competition Class will be awarded the coveted 1st prize: a Ducati Multistrada 620, the new version of the most eclectic motorcycle produced by the Bolognese house. Noticeably lighter than her “ big sister” curves can be handled with outstanding agility on a route like CENTOPASSI.

CENTOPASSI is an event open to bikes of all marques and the two classes of participation are characterized as follows:

Competition Class
Participants may choose to take part individually or as part of a team of 3 riders. They will ride an estimated 300 kilometres per day, covering numerous mountain passes. CENTOPASSI is not a test of speed but participants are requested to ride a very demanding route, designed for experienced riders. At each leg, participants will undertake an ability trial that will evaluate one’s capacity, precision and balance.

Iron Biker Class
It is for those riders who prefer a non-competitive experience and who wish to take in the stunning scenery, historic villages and overall flavour of the Italian and French mountain experience. Expert motorcycle guides from the Curve&Tornanti Team will accompany this group, offering tips on mountain riding.

The maximum number of participants in the Competition Class is 140 riders, for the Iron Biker Class numbers are not restricted.

CENTOPASSI is made possible thanks to the technical support of Ducati Motor and Iveco. The event takes place under the aegis of the Italian Motorcyclist Federation and Dream Engine, the organiser, is supported by Motoclub Terni ''L. Liberati'' and the Curve&Tornanti team.

For general information on CENTOPASSI:

Dream Engine
Via Saffi, 4
40131 Bologna
Tel. +39 051 6494793
Fax +39 051 5286378
www.centopassi.com
info@centopassi.com

www.ducati.com

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