Custom KTM Auctioned Off For Kurt Caselli Foundation
While his life was cut way too short, acclaimed
offroad racer and industry luminary Kurt
Caselli's impact continues to grow and influence all aspects of
the offroad and motorcycling community. Recognized as one of the
top offroad/desert racers in the world, Kurt's exceptional riding
ability was equally matched by his notoriety as a kind-hearted,
fun-loving, and generous individual.
In his honor and to help promote the safety of offroad riders and
racers the world over, his family established the Kurt Caselli Foundation. The
Foundation is focused on ensuring the safety of riders and racers
is a top priority before, during, and after racing through
standardizing safety precautions, encouraging the use of safety
equipment, and encouraging former racers to further their education
and reach their career goals.
As the anniversary of his passing nears, KTM and Red Bull Media
House tapped well-known custom motorcycle builder and Kurt's
friend, Roland Sands, to build a one-of-a-kind KTM that will be
auctioned off with all proceeds going to the Kurt Caselli
Foundation
.
The bike is based off a stock 2015 KTM 450 SX-F which
Roland and his RSD team heavily modified to mimic the bikes ridden
in the film, On Any Sunday. The iconic film influenced a
generation of riders just as Kurt's legendary riding skills and
infectious personality has influenced a new generation of riders.
So it is only befitting that the customized KTM will be on display
at the premiere of On Any Sunday, The Next Chapter. The
premier will take place on Oct 22nd at the Dolby Theatre
in Hollywood.
Then on November 29th, the motorcycle will be sold live
during the Red Bull Day in the Dirt event at Glen Helen Raceway.
You can pre bid now for a chance to own this incredible bike and
support a very worthy cause-100 percent of the proceeds will go to
the Kurt Caselli Foundation. You can also bid online during the
live simulcast auction
soldoncompass.com on Saturday November 29th. With
its classic 1960s motocross styling, custom one-off parts, and
modern performance features this would be one very exciting bike to
own and most likely a bike Kurt would have been thrilled to put
through its paces.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WSZlMJD-QQ8
