American Honda Moto2 to Have Drudi Performance Graphics

Known to many as “Rossi’s designer,” Aldo Drudi is considered a genius in designing motorcycle graphics. Founder of Drudi Performance, the renown artist has been contracted by American Honda to create the graphic design schemes for the team's Moto2 effort at the 2010 Red Bull Indianapolis GP, August 27 - 29.

The team's Moriwaki MD600 machine, as well as the team gear, will feature special design elements created specifically for this one-time Indy USGP event.

The first Drudi design schemes began being featured on machine bodywork, leathers, racing suits and helmets in motorcycle racing as well as auto racing, including NASCAR ever since the early 1980s. The company has also designed motorcycle-riding apparel and motorcycling-related casual wear. Most recently, Drudi designed the graphics for the 2010 Gresini Moto2 team.

Kevin Schwantz, team manager of the American Honda Moriwaki MD600 project, is working with Drudi since 1991 when the artist was responsible for the starburst helmet Schwantz started wearing in 1992. Drudi has continued designing Schwantz‘s helmets since that time. Schwantz was the first GP rider wearing a Drudi-designed helmet to win a World Championship.

"To work with Kevin, who is a friend and a champion, on a project that American Honda is supporting, it was a given that I was honored to be asked to create the graphics," said Drudi in a release. "This assignment has been particularly special to me because for a long time I have wanted to create a theme that focused on the stars and stripes of the USA, which turns out to be the perfect match for this project. It is a very exciting opportunity and a project that will be of the highest level."

Furthermore, American Honda plans to have Drudi-designed commemorative shirts and hats available to the public with all proceeds to benefit the Ride for Kids. Details on the availability and pricing of these items are to be announced at a later date.