Mike Alessi

What is your name, age, and whom do you ride for?
Mike Alessi, I’m 19 years old, and I ride for Rockstar Suzuki factory team.

First time you were on a motorcycle?
I was 3 years old.

How many years have you been racing?
15 years.

Why do you like racing so much?
It’s a lot of fun and I get to see my friends at the races each weekend.

Best race you’ve ever seen?
The 1986 Anaheim race with Ricky Johnson and David Bailey.

Your greatest accomplishment so far?
Last year, when I won the first moto at Steel City. It was really special because it was my first moto win in the Motocross class.

Favorite racer of all-time?
David Bailey.

Tell us something about your hometown?
I grew up in Simi Valley, CA. It was really cool because we had a track that went through the fields that grew oranges.

One thing you take with you when you travel?
I always have my GPS with me so I don’t get lost.

What do you eat before a race?
Pasta and chicken.

What kind of music do you listen to?
Country.

Favorite TV show?
Nip/Tuck.

Favorite magazine?
Racer X.

Most annoying thing about you?
When, I get nervous, I bite the inside of my cheek.

Married, girlfriend, or single?
I have girlfriend, Danielle.

Favorite actor or actress?
Tom Cruise.

Hottest chick on earth?
It use to be Britney Spears but she has really went down hill.

Favorite meal?
My girlfriends Egg McMuffin’s because they are a lot better than McDonald’s.

When you’re done racing, what would you like to do?
I would really like to have my own team some day.

Do you have a website address or MYSPACE page?
www.alessiracing.com