COIMBATORE: After the successful launch in Chennai, Indian Motorcycle League (IML) took the next step in organizing the Riders Selection programme in Coimbatore to select the riders to take part in IML Class and the rest of the riders in other categories.

The event took place at Kari Speedway Motorsports Track in Coimbatore on 1st and 2nd February, 2014

A total number of 71 riders from across the country assembled at the track and put up a splendid riding performance which will help them to take part in the prestigious IML Class in its debut season and other supporting races.

The day started with an introduction about the Indian Motorcycle League and its aim to provide support to the rider community by its chairman, Rasheed Khan.

Fitness camp was conducted for all the riders and they were also given an opportunity to run for two laps on the track.

Mr Sivanesan Kanapathy, well known international rider instructor specially flew down from Malaysia to oversee the rider selection process.

Other experienced riders who supported IML in the selection process include, M Sudhakar, K. Rajini, K. Jegan, Harry Sylvester and R. Deepak.

Out of the 71 riders that took part in the process, 43 riders have been selected by the Rider Instructors and the Motorsports officials. The remaining riders will also get an opportunity to race in the supporting category races.

Rasheed Khan, Chairman of IML said after successful completion of the riders selection, “We, at Indian Motorcycle League promise to take every step to provide an opportunity to young riders to take part in competitive racing. Our next step is now to announce the Franchise Team soon.”