Enjoy some videos and photos from the biggest drag race in the world, the NHRA U.S. Nationals from Lucas Oil Raceway in Indianapolis, Ind. on Labor Day Weekend. The was the second time NHRA showcased Pro Stock Motorcycles and Nitro Harleys at the same event. Please share this report, designed to be a behind the scenes adventure.
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Pre Race Show and Pit Updates
Tii Tharpe Celebration
L.E. Tonglet Celebration
The immaculate Vance and Hines Nitro Harley of Doug Vancil
The jam packed NHRA Media Center. You can see National Dragster Senior editor Kevin McKenna closest to the camera and announcer Alan Reinhart
Fortunately Cyceldrag.com Suzuki Hayabusas are welcome in the pit area of Nitro Harley racer Bob Malloy. Thanks to Bob his brother Jack and crewman Jeremy for the parking spot!
Tii Tharpe mentally prepares for a run
Rickey House Preparing for a Run on the CatSpot Nitro Harley
Talented photog Jeff Mundale provided some great action shots on the Cycledrag.com Facebook page. Be sure to check them out and give them a like and a share please.
Doug Vancil and Mike Romine prepare for the winner-take-all Nitro Harley final.
Tii Tharpe Prepares For the all-important battle
Hector Arana Jr. greeted by a very excited Forrest Lucas, the founder of Lucas Oil.
Checking the air pressure in L.E. Tonglet’s Pro Stock Motorcycle. Based on his win I think it’s safe to say the PSI was right on!
Jerry Savoie Gets in the Mental Zone
Jason Pridemore’s Gun Slinger
A pre-race prayer for Jason Pridemore’s Gun Slinger team with sister RachelChampionship celebration for Tii Tharpe and team
