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Jim Calandro And His Ducati Collection

Neale Bayly visits with Jim Calandro and checks out his impressive Ducati collection.

Posted August 12, 2010 Charlotte, NC

"Jim's collection of motorcycles all get ridden on a regular basis, are kept in pristine condition. Passion for Ducati motorcycles exudes through every pore of Jim Calandro's skin, and within minutes of uncovering the first object of his Italian moto lust it is apparent he is intimately involved with every nut, bolt and washer of each one. As a collection of motorcycles that all get ridden on a regular basis, the word pristine is not going to enter this article, but if you value attention to detail and sensible upgrades, get ready to drool as we go for a ride."
Read more on SpeedTV.com...


Indy GP Project Mugello Ticket Info

Tickets for the Project Mugello grandstand package for the 2010 Red Bull Indianapolis GP will go on sale the week of January 25. The grandstand will be in the same location as last year (inside of Turn 1) and the 3-Day tickets will cost $125. All Ducati Club Members will have the first opportunity to purchase tickets in this stand. After that, marketing will expand to all Ducati owners and enthusiasts.

See current info and ticket ordering info here...


Event Schedule 2010


Please note the date changes for the April Roebling Road Track Day and Ducks Head West!


Track Day Monday April 12, Roebling Road, Savannah, Georgia

Ducks Along The Blue Ridge (DABR) April 30-May 2, Mt Airy, North Carolina

Track Day Monday May 17, Carolina Motorsports Park, Kershaw, South Carolina

Ducks Head West (DHW) August 13-15, Erwin, Tennessee

Ducks Fly South (DFS) September 17-19, Hiawassee, Georgia

Track Weekend October 9-10, Carolina Motorsports Park, Kershaw, South Carolina

Track Weekend October 30-31, Roebling Road, Savannah, Georgia

Updated February 1, 2010. All events are confirmed unless noted otherwise.

See the Events Page for more details and to register for the events...


The First Annual Charlotte Mafia "120"
2 Hour Indoor Go-Kart Endurance Race

See a fews pics...


CHARLOTTE NORTH CAROLINA EUROPEAN BIKE NIGHT

Ducati Motorcycles of Charlotte hosts Charlotte's monthly gathering of motorcycles and scooters of European heritage held on the second Tuesday of each month from 6:30 to 9:00 at Mac's Speed Shop (this is a casual dining restaurant and bar that specialzes in BBQ) in Charlotte, North Carolina. This event is open to all owners of European bikes and scooters and will be a great way to socialize with others as well as have a great meal in a motorcycle themed restaurant. We hope to see you there!

For directions to Mac's Speed Shop (macspeedshop.com) 2511 South Boulevard, Charlotte, North Carolina. For more information call Henry at BMW-Ducati Motorcycles Charlotte at 704-882-6106 or visit the website at www.bmw-ducati.com


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If you have questions and comments contact Jim Calandro at capo@carolina.rr.com


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