One Round Remains for Yamaha bLU cRU Invitational at Budds Creek
Three Racers will be chosen to compete at Yamaha’s SuperFinale Race during Motocross of Nations this October / Jul 3, 2024 /
Yamaha Motor Corp., USA, completed the first two races of its three-round bLU cRU Invitational Series this past weekend at Washougal MX Park in Washougal, Washington. After a successful first round at Glen Helen in May, talented riders from all over America have shown incredible speed and form at both rounds. One round remains at Budds Creek in Mechanicsville, Maryland on July 13 and 14 before three SuperFinale class racers are selected to attend the YZ bLU cRU SuperFinale in Europe at the Motocross of Nations.
The bLU cRU Invitational has brought out riders who have showcased top-tier talent as they challenge each other for a spot to join Yamaha in England, at Yamaha’s annual SuperFinale race during Motocross of Nations. Three riders will be chosen to represent Yamaha’s Team USA for a once-in-a-lifetime experience riding a factory-prepped, GYTR kitted, YZ motorcycle in their class, racing against elite Yamaha riders from all over the world, and enjoying the experience that racing oversees brings to the table. In addition to the SuperFinale classes, each Invitational offers opportunities for all Yamaha motorcycle owners to race, from the young novice riders to veteran riders, along with family activities, prizes, group dinner, exclusive gifts and special guests.
“We’ve seen so much talent at the first two races of this series, and we can’t wait to see who shows up to the final Invitational race at Budds Creek in just a couple weeks,” said Jennifer Davie, Yamaha’s experiential marketing manager. “We’re looking forward to making the hard decision of who is going to represent Yamaha’s Team USA with us in the U.K. this October.”
The third and final round of the bLU cRU Invitational will take place at Budds Creek MX Park in Mechanicsville, Maryland over the weekend of July 13 and 14. This is the final chance for SuperFinale class racers to earn their spot in the SuperFinale. Attendees who are not already members of bLU cRU will be able to register for free and get exclusive access to event updates on the bLU cRU website.
Follow the story of the bLU cRU Invitational on YouTube at YouTube.com/@YamahaMotorUSA, where you can see highlights from each race as the selection process begins leading up to the YZ bLU cRU SuperFinale in England at the Motocross of Nations.
Yamaha YZ bLU cRU SuperFinale in England
Following the bLU cRU Invitational series, three competing youth racers will have the opportunity to win an incredible once-in-a-lifetime trip to compete in Yamaha’s annual SuperFinale event at the Motocross of Nations, taking place at Matterley Basin in the United Kingdom from October 4 through 6. Chosen youth racers will be hosted by Yamaha for the week-long experience designed to make them “feel like a factory racer” where they will race a GYTR kitted, Yamaha-prepared motorcycle as well as receive exclusive Alpinestars gear, along with more perks to make this a lifelong memory of competing for worldwide recognition at an iconic track. Yamaha’s Team USA will have the opportunity to take home top honors while competing with SuperFinale racers from Europe, Australia and Canada.
Classes eligible for the SuperFinale include:
- YZ125cc: 13 to 16-years-old
- YZ85cc: 11 to 13-years-old
- YZ65cc: 8 to 11-years-old
To be selected, racers first need to compete in at least one U.S.
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Invitational event, place in a qualifying top three position, or be selected by Yamaha as a wild card entry. Qualifying riders will need to submit an application and resume to Yamaha, where selections will be made by a panel of industry judges.
Register for bLU cRU
Join the bLU cRU by registering at YamahabLUcRU.com. Once registered, racers will be eligible to earn contingency for qualifying series, and all bLU cRU riders will have access to exclusive special events (including bLU cRU Invitationals), promotions, training opportunities, merchandise, and more. (All Yamaha bLU cRU Invitationals are exclusive events open only to Yamaha bLU cRU members.)
Stay updated on all bLU cRU program developments by visiting the bLU cRU website, following @bLUcRUofficial on social media, and keeping an eye out for email updates.
About Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (YMUS), is a recognized leader in the outdoor recreation industry. The company’s ever-expanding product offerings include Motorcycles and Scooters, ATV and Side-by-Side vehicles, Snowmobiles, Personal Watercraft, Boats, Outboard Motors, Outdoor Power Equipment, Power Assist Bicycles, Golf Cars [sold, serviced, and distributed by Yamaha Golf-Car Company], Power Assist Wheelchair Systems, Surface Mount Technology and Robotic Machines, Unmanned Helicopters, Accessories, Apparel, Yamalube products, and much more. YMUS products are sold through a nationwide network of distributors and dealers in the United States.
YMUS has a corporate office in California, three corporate offices in Georgia, as well as facilities in Wisconsin, Alabama, and Florida. YMUS subsidiaries Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of America (YMMC), based in Georgia, and Yamaha Jet Boat Manufacturing U.S.A. (YJBM) based in Tennessee, each assemble and manufacture selected Yamaha brand products. YMUS owns Skeeter Boats [Texas] with its division G3 Boats [Missouri]. Additional U.S.-based subsidiaries include Yamaha Marine Systems Company, Inc. (YMSC) with subsidiary Siren Marine [Rhode Island] and divisions Bennett Marine [Florida], Yamaha Marine Rotational Molders [Wisconsin] and Yamaha Precision Propeller Inc. [Indiana].
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