Occupation:

Owner of Finishes Unlimited

Having successfully completed 3 seasons of racing, 2008 looks to be the year to shoot to be a front-runner. My machine seems to be sorted out better then last year and I won't be trying to get used to a new machine. Some things happened at the end of 2007 that have made me more motivated then ever to do well In Open Twins. I will be fighting once again, to be a consistent top five finisher with potential podium finishes. Since the 1098 is not eligible for Formula 1 or 750 Superbike we will no longer be in those races, instead it's all about Open Superbike and Open GP. In my opinion the 1098 is down on power compared to the big inline fours but were gonna have fun trying.

• Honda Peninsula Ducati
• Race-Graphics.com
• Catalyst Reaction
• Viets
• Repsol
• Bell Helmets
• Delta Design Services
• Jim Ryley

• Open Twins: 7th out of 53 riders
  (7 out 8 races completed)
• Open GP: 17th out of 61 riders
  (6 out 8 races completed)
• Open Superbike: 44 out 78
  (only raced half season)

• Best finish in 2006
• 6th place in Open Twins
• Two “top 10” wins
• Formula 1: 13th out of 94 riders
• Open Twins: 13th out of 47 riders
• 750 Superbike: 13th out of 80 riders

• Two top novice trophies in 2005 season and several top ten finishes.
• Ran primarily in AFM Open Twins, 750 Superbike and Formula One.
• Best finish in AFM was 7th in Open Twins. Year-end results put me at 12th place in Open Twins out of 52 riders, 19th in 750 Superbike out of 81 riders and 38th in Formula One out of 98 riders.
• Received a 5th place trophy for a WSMC event, 750 Superbike, which was my first time riding at Willow Springs International Raceway.

Q&A with Eddy Gonzales:

Q: On average, how many race events do you compete in during the year?
A: 3 races per weekend, 24 races in the year.

Q: What are your race goals?
A: To challenge the front runners for the podium spots.

Q: Why do you like to race?
A: It makes me a better rider, teaches me discipline

Q: How long have you been racing?
A: Two years

Q: How often do you practice?
A: 4 days a month, at a minimum.

Q: How do you train in the off-season?
A: Crossfit training.

Q: Favorite track?
A: Buttonwillow.

Q: Who is your favorite rider?
A: Nicky Haden.

Q: Where do you see yourself in two years?
A: Racing and teaching.

Q: How did you get started in riding and racing?
A: I wanted to become a skilled rider so I started doing track days. This turned into racing. I’m still learning.

Q: What are your hobbies outside of motorcycle racing?
A: I own my own business, which does not allow a great deal of time for hobbies. I’m either at the track or working.