Ducati Island celebrates its return to The Indianapolis Motor Speedway during the Red Bull U.S. Grand Prix, all the off-track excitement and hospitality offered uniquely by Ducati will be there. This is your last chance this year to take in the sights and sounds of Ducati Island.

Ducati Island is motorcycle racing's premier off-track experience. Ducati North America has expanded Ducati Island this year with more attractions and more opportunities for owners and fans alike to get involved. Highlights include:

• Ducati Hospitality/Gear Check: the most comfortable venue at the races-complimentary for all Ducati owners (note: A Ducati motorcycle key is no longer proof of ownership, you must bring your current Ducati registration or insurance and picture ID with you to obtain Ducati Island hospitality access)
• Ducati-Only Parking: you can't get any closer to the action than this-only Ducati owners can ride in and out with this much freedom
• Ducati Fashion Shows/Special Entertainment: they need no introduction-the latest Ducati fashions on the best looking models are always the fan favorite Island event and all new this year a special entertainment experience as well
• Ducati Performance Apparel & Accessories: Southern California Ducati will be Ducati's apparel and accessories vendor on Ducati Island, offering the latest Ducati Performance clothing and accessories
• Ducati Showroom: Come see some of the latest Ducati motorcycles including the Desmosedici RR, 1098R Bayliss Limited Edition,1198 S Superbike, Streetfighter, and the Monster 1100
• Ducati Monster Experience: Also new to Ducati Island is the Ducati Monster Experience. This special area of Ducati Island is reserved for one purpose; the Monster and the motorcycle culture surrounding it. On hand will be an accessory display, apparel display, Ducati performance custom bikes, and the US unveiling of the Monster "Color Therapy" program. All thirteen colors of bodywork will be on display for the Monsteristi to choose between
• Ducati Museum: New for 2009 will be the Ducati Museum, a 20 x 60 foot area transformed into the history of Ducati. On display will be a selection of significant street and race machines both past and present. In addition, there will be a historical display of product from Ducati partner; Oakley, and a very special selection of rare memorabilia from Ducatis early days. This special addition will include a Ducati radio, projector, shaver, and more
• WyoTech Garage: showing off Ducati's inner workings, WyoTech is featuring a technical demonstration where you will be able to interact with the technician during the process-WyoTech's new Ducati certification program ensures that your dealership's certified Ducati mechanics are the best trained in the business
• Ducati Vendor Row: Select vendors will be displaying products oriented towards the Ducati enthusiast; including Cafe-Razzi, Foremost Insurance Group, MotorcycleUSA, Metal Signs, MotoEuro, Ohlins, NCR and Capcom Entertainment
• Make A Wish Silent Auction: A silent auction will be held on Ducati Island to benefit the Make A Wish Foundation. Auction items will include: Special Autographed memorabila including very special autographed memorabilia from the Ducati MotoGP team
• Autograph Signings: Many famous Ducati riders and personas will be signing autographs throughout the weekend; including Cook Neilson, Larry Pegram, Nicky Hayden ,and Mika Kallio. See the Ducati Island schedule for autograph times.

Other major highlights include the all-new Ducati Island Showdown and the chance to walk away with an exclusive Ducati Watch by Binda.

The Ducati Island Showdown is an open contest held on each of the four Ducati Islands. The concept is simple-show up with the best Ducati in your class and ride home a winner. The 2009 showdown is sponsored by Motorcyclist Magazine, Pirelli, Puma, Oakley, Moto-Euro and Foremost Insurance. Complete details can be found here.

Ducati North America wants to reward one lucky Ducati Island visitor an exclusive Ducati Watch by Binda. Track down the Foremost Insurance girls and fill out your entry before the end of the weekend and you will be in the running. An additional winner will be selected to receive a gift certificate from Bridgestone tires. The winners will be selected on Sunday and your only chance to enter is at the races (see contest details on the Island for more information).

The complete Ducati Island Indianapolis schedule is posted below. Don't forget to check out the Laguna Seca recap here.

Ducatisti Ticket Package

Ducati North America is pleased to announce, a discounted Ducatisti Ticket Package from The Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the Red Bull U.S. Grand Prix taking place August 28th through the 30th in Indianapolis, IN.

The Package consists of:

- (1) Project Mugello - 3 Day Reserved Seat
- (1) Special Ducati cap and t-shirt (Voucher provided with Ticket redeemable at Ducati Island gear check)
- (1) Red Bull Indianapolis GP Souvenir - Visor and Cinch Bag
- (1) Ducati Fan Parade Lap Voucher
- (1) 3 Day Backstretch Motorcycle Parking Pass
- (1) 10% Retail Discount Voucher

To purchase the ticket package just follow the link here to access the Indianapolis Motor Speedway webpage and take advantage of this limited offer.

DUCATI ISLAND INDIANAPOLIS

On Friday through Sunday, August 28-30, Ducati Island will be open from 8:30am-6pm, offering hospitality. Ducati-only parking is available as always as soon as the track opens. Schedules for Friday through Sunday are outlined below.

Friday, August 28, 2009
7:00am	Gates open to the Public/ Ducati Island Parking Opens
8:00am-5:30pm	Foremost Insurance Gear Check Opens
8:30am	Ducati Island Opens
8:30am-5:00pm	Ducati Owner Hospitality Opens
9:00am-5:00pm	Judges Begin Tagging Ducatis For Entrance Into The Ducati Island Showdown
9:00am-5:00pm	Make-A-Wish Silent Auction Begins
10:00am-10:15am	Ducati MotoGP Rider Mika Kallio Autograph Signings (Subject to Change)
12:00pm-12:20pm	Autograph Session with Larry Pegram & Cook Neilson
12:40pm -1:40pm	125cc Free Practice
1:55pm -2:55pm	MotoGP World Championship Free Practice
3:10pm-4:10pm	250cc Free Practice
4:15pm-4:30pm	Autograph Session with Larry Pegram and Cook Neilson
5:30pm	Foremost Insurance Gear Check Closes
6:00pm	Island Closed

Saturday, August 29, 2009
7:00am	Gates open to Public/ Ducati Island parking opens
8:00am-5:30pm	Foremost Insurance Gear Check Opens
8:30am	Ducati Island Opens
8:30am-5:00pm	Ducati Owner Hospitality Opens
9:00am-5:00pm	Make-A-Wish Silent Auction Continues
9:00am-5:00pm	Bike Selection for The Ducati Island Showdown Continues
9:00am-9:40am	125cc Free Practice
9:40am-9:55am	Q & A Session with Larry Pegram
9:55am-10:55am	MotoGP Free Practice
11:10am-12:10pm	250cc Free Practice
12:15pm-12:30pm	Ducati Apparel Fashion Show
1:00pm-1:40pm	125cc Qualifying
1:55pm-2:55pm	MotoGP World Championship Qualifying
3:10pm-3:55pm	250cc Qualifying
4:00pm-4:20pm	Ducati Apparel Fashion Show
4:30pm-5:00pm	Ducati MotoGP Rider Nicky Hayden Autograph Signings (Subject to Change)
5:30pm	Foremost Insurance Gear Check Closes
6:00pm	Ducati Island Closes

Sunday, August 30, 2009
7:00am	Gates open to Public/ Ducati Island parking opens
8:00am-5:30pm	Foremost Insurance Gear Check Opens
8:30am	Ducati Island Opens
8:30am-5:00pm	Ducati Owner Hospitality Opens
9:00am-12:00pm	Make-A-Wish Silent Auction Bidding Until Noon
9:00am-10:00am	Bike Selection for The Ducati Island Showdown Untill 10:00am
9:00am-9:30am	Q & A Session with Ducati Racer Larry Pegram
9:40am-10:00am	125cc Warm Up
10:00am	All Ducatis Participating in Island Showdown Must Be In Designated Area By 10:00 am
10:10am -10:30am	250cc Warm Up
10:40am -11:00am	MotoGP Warm Up
11:10am-11:25am	Ducati Apparel Fashion Show
11:30am-11:45am	Ducati Island Showdown Contest Winners Announced
11:50am	Ducati Binda Watch Winner Announced
12:00pm	125cc RACE (23 Laps)
12:55pm-1:15pm	Autograph session with Larry Pegram and Cook Neilson
1:15pm	250cc RACE (26 Laps)
2:15pm-2:30pm	Ducati Apparel Fashion Show
2:35pm	Ducati Sound Off **Start Your Engines!**
3:00pm	MotoGP Race (28 Laps)
5:30pm	Foremost Insurance Gear Check Closes
6:00pm	Ducati Island Closes

**Listen for Further Announcements of Surprise Celebrity Autograph Sessions**

All events and times subject to change without notice.

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