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Hall of Fame supporter wins 1973 Kawasaki Z1 and 2010 Z1000
July 28, 2011
When he was growing up in the late
1970s, riding a Kawasaki KZ650, Scott Carey from Pecatonica, Ill.,
considered the 903cc Kawasaki Z1 the quintessential superbike of its
day. Now, 40 years later, the Motorcycle Hall of Fame supporter has his
dream bike. Carey won a restored 1973 Kawasaki Z1, as well as a new
Kawasaki Z1000, in the 2011 Motorcycle Hall of Fame raffle on Saturday,
July 23.
Carey's winning ticket was drawn by event Grand
Marshal and Hall of Famer Jeff Fredette during AMA Vintage Motorcycle
Days featuring Kawasaki, Marque of the Year at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car
Course in Lexington, Ohio.
"When I was growing up, the Z1 was
the big boy," Carey said. "I was talking to a friend about getting one
just a few weeks ago. And the Z1000, just this spring I was looking at
that as a new bike. This is just great. I'm very excited to win both of
these bikes."
Carey said that he donates to the Hall of Fame
regularly, and considers the tickets another way of supporting the
organization's mission to preserve the rich tradition of motorcycling
in America.
"I really think the Hall of Fame is a fantastic
idea," said Carey. "You never really expect to win these things. It's
good to support the Hall of Fame. It's something that has to be done.
Motorcycling is a big part of history."
Carey, who competes
in amateur roadracing, said that his Z1 -- which has been expertly
restored by Johnny's Vintage Motorcycle Company -- will probably see a
few miles, but, for the most part, "it's going to be added to the
collection and admired."
While Carey prepares to enjoy his Z1
and Z1000, Hall of Fame supporters can start planning for next year
with the newly announced 2012 raffle bike, a stunning 1947 Indian
Chief. The Indian Chief is an iconic masterpiece of Americana,
representing not just America's longtime love for big V-twin
motorcycles, but riders' passion for the open road. The winner will be
selected at a drawing at AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days in July 2012.
A minimum donation of $5 per ticket, or $20 for five tickets, is suggested. Donations can be made online at MotorcycleMuseum.org or by phone at (614) 856-2222.
Interested in winning a 1947 Indian Chief in the 2012 Hall of Fame raffle?
Visit MotorcycleMuseum.org for details.
About the American Motorcycle Heritage Foundation
Founded in 1990 by the American Motorcycle Heritage Foundation, the goal of the Motorcycle Hall of Fame is to tell the stories and preserve the history of motorcycling. Located on the campus of the American Motorcyclist Association in Pickerington, Ohio, the Hall of Fame's three major exhibition halls feature the machines and memorabilia of those who have contributed notably to the sport. The Motorcycle Hall of Fame recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to motorcycling, including those known for their contributions to road riding, off-road riding and all categories of racing, as well as those who have excelled in business, history, design and engineering. More information can be found at MotorcycleMuseum.org.