The excitement of preparing for a new race venue at the Buddh International Circuit in New Delhi, India was dampened when many of the teams found items stolen from their respective freight containers. Among those who fell victim to the theft were Noriyuki Haga, Decha Kraisart and Apiwat Wongthananon who lost their racing suits and helmets.
Though unconfirmed pending further investigations, it is believed that the theft occurred in Indonesia during the long duration in which the ARRC containers waited for shipment. The race promoters, Two Wheels Motor Racing, had lodged a police and insurance report on the matter.