Sunshine, sunshine and more sunshine! That's the forecast for AHDRA's 2008 west coast opener this weekend at Speedworld Dragstrip in Wittmann, AZ.

In addition to the sunshine, comfortable mid 80-degree temperatures are predicted with pleasant 50's expected in the evenings. A perfect setting for an extraordinary weekend of drag racing!

The Screamin' Eagle Arizona Bike Week Nationals get underway on Saturday, March 29th with qualifying beginning at 9:00am. Sixteen classes of competition will take the track for three qualifying sessions each.

On Sunday, March 30th, they battle it out for the cash and points when eliminations begin for sportsman classes at 9:00am and the Pro's take the track at 12:30pm.

Three jammed packed Nitro classes, including 220mph Top Fuel bikes, Modified gas bikes, Pro Stocks, Hot Street, V-Rods and lots more. Heads-up racing and bracket racing..you will see it all this weekend at Speedworld Dragstrip!

Catch the official H.O.G. Pitstop! The Harley Owners Group (H.O.G.) will host the first official H.O.G. PitStop of the 2008 season at SpeedWorld Dragstrip on March 29th and 30th. H.O.G. members are offered a free pin and refreshments with paid admission. The H.O.G. Pitstop hours are 10:00am-4:00pm.

Admission to the Screamin' Eagle Performance Parts Arizona Bike Week Nationals Presented by Arrowhead Harley-Davidson and Chandler Harley-Davidson is $50 for the weekend or $30 for a single-day pass. H.O.G. members receive a $5 discount with a valid H.O.G. card. Children 11 and under are admitted free. AHDRA offers free admission to active and reserve military personnel with valid identification.

Discount tickets are available in advance at Arrowhead and Chandler Harley-Davidson dealerships.

Check out the pre-race celebrations and other activities supporting the Screamin' Eagle Arizona Bike Week Nationals Presented by Arrowhead Harley-Davidson and Chandler Harley-Davidson.

Come out and meet AHDRA racers and celebrate the race weekend at Arrowhead Harley-Davidson's AHDRA Nitro Party on Thursday, March 27th, from 4:00-7:00 p.m. at the dealership. Special guest, Pro Modified racer, Dana Conley, free race ticket giveaways and more. Arrowhead Harley-Davidson is located at 16130 N. Arrowhead Hwy, Peoria, AZ. Call 623-247-5542 for more info.

Friday, March 28th, visit the AHDRA Pre-Race Party at Western Trails Ranch on Hwy 60-just minutes from the track. It's a free party with live music, vendors and camping available for the weekend! The party starts at 7:00pm. Call 623-521-0366 for more info.

Saturday, March 29th, there's more celebrating after the race when the Trackside Sports Bar & Grill host AHDRA Fan Appreciation Night! Located less than one mile from the track, this party will be rockin' with live music by Rickiejoleen and features Bacardi girls, free giveaways, AHDRA highlights on the big screens and lots more! Call 623-388-0800 for more info.