Video: The real Nicky Hayden, by his father Earl

Earl Hayden has a unique perspective on raising a family. His three sons have been racing motorcycles from a very young age, and all have gone on to become professional racers with numerous championships to their credit. Nicky Hayden is the most famous of the trio, having won the MotoGP World Championship in 2006 after a hard-fought season battle with Valentino Rossi. Now that Nicky is chasing a World Superbike title to add to his trophy mantle, the Kentucky Kid has the opportunity to earn a unique position among American racers: an AMA superbike title, MotoGP world championship, and a World Superbike championship. In this video from Honda Pro Racing, his father Earl recounts the upbringing that shaped Nicky and his brothers Tommy and Roger into the persons they are today. Click on the play button and find out the real story behind Nicky Hayden...