JORDAN SUZUKI'S AARON YATES TO APPEAR LIVE ON ESPN FIRST TAKE

Segment will air on ESPN2 on Tuesday, August 14, 2007 11:20am EDT

Aurora, IL (August 13, 2007) - Michael Jordan Motorsports Suzuki rider Aaron Yates will make a live appearance on ESPN First Take (formerly Cold Pizza) on Tuesday, August 14 at 11:20 a.m. EDT on ESPN2.  Aaron will be interviewed live from Atlanta and will discuss the Jordan Suzuki racing team, their Superbike racing program and his transition from factory rider to privateer during the 2007 racing season.

For more information on the team, visit the race team website at www.23race.com. 

Legendary NBA star Michael Jordan formed Michael Jordan Motorsports in 2004 as a result of his passion for motorcycle racing.  His mission is to bring a new level of excellence and style to the motorcycle racing industry. 

The 2007 Michael Jordan Motorsports Suzuki team is proud to be partnering with Jordan Brand, American Suzuki, Upper Deck, Hanes, MMI - Motorcycle Mechanics Institute, AOL.com, Gatorade, Gemini Technology Systems, Boost Mobile, Bazzaz Performance, Dunlop Tire, Oakley, Yoshimura R&D, Vortex Racing, Makita Power Equipment, Roclun International, Ohlins Suspensions, Maxima Lubricants, Sharkskinz Racing Bodies, Motion Pro Tools and Cables, DID Chains, NGK Spark Plugs, Zero Gravity Windscreens, StompGrip Traction Pads, Factory Pro Dyno, Chicken Hawk Racing Tire Warmers, Ancra Tie-downs, STAR Motorcycle School, K&N Filters, Kicker Sound Systems, Sidi Boots, HJC and Shoei Helmets, VP Racing Fuels, World Championship Sports Network (WCSN.com), EXOST Digital Media, 23RACE.com, and transportation provided by Eastside Trucking.