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2016 Yamaha AMA National Adventure Riding Series Participants win Riding Gear, Accessories

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The 2016 Yamaha AMA National Adventure Riding Series featured 16 events throughout the country. Not only were participants treated to a weekend of adventure riding, they had the opportunity to win some great prizes, thanks to the series sponsors. Following the 2016 series, names were randomly drawn from the event entry lists for a set of Moose Racing gear (Expedition pants, Expedition jacket and XC1 gloves), a Sena 10C communications system, and two pairs of Sidi Crossfire boots. Michael Klaser of Highland Park, N.J., and Allan Weber from Robbinsville, N.J., each won a pair of Sidi boots.…
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON ROAD KING SPECIAL DELIVERS ALL-NEW STYLE AND ATTITUDE POWERED BY THE MILWAUKEE-EIGHT ENGINE

MILWAUKEE (Feb. 9, 2017) – Swapping chrome for black and powered by the muscular Milwaukee-Eight™ 107 engine, the new Road King Special motorcycle pushes Harley-Davidson’s touring line in a dramatic new styling direction, expressing a contemporary perspective on the classic Road King model. “The Road King Special pounds down the boulevard like a gleaming locomotive rolling through a train yard at midnight,” said Brad Richards, Harley-Davidson Vice-President of Styling and Design. “The Road King has always reflected the purity of the Harley-Davidson FL riding experience. By exchanging chrome surfaces for black and lowering the bike’s profile, we’ve moved the traditional…
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American Motorcyclist Association CEO to Testify Against Motorcycle Tariff

Office of U.S. Trade Representative hearing slated for Feb. 15 PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- American Motorcyclist Association President and CEO Rob Dingman will testify Feb. 15 against a 100 percent tariff on some European motorcycles proposed by the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative. "We object to this proposed tariff because it would harm American motorcyclists," Dingman said. "Significantly raising the cost of European motorcycles through a tariff could price thousands of families out of the motorcycle market." The tariff would affect motorcycles with engines displacing 51cc to 500cc from Aprilia, Beta, BMW, Ducati, Fantic, Gas Gas, Husqvarna, KTM, Montesa, Piaggio,…
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American Motorcyclist Association and American Sportbike Racing Association expand partnership to select Championship Cup Series events

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association has expanded its partnership with the American Sportbike Racing Association to sanction Championship Cup Series races that run in conjunction with ASRA events beginning with the 2017 season. The 2017 season kicks off at Daytona Beach Bike Week, which includes the AMA-sanctioned Daytona 200. "ASRA is an important partner in growing both amateur and professional road racing in the United States," said AMA Track Racing Manager Ken Saillant. "We welcome the CCS riders to the ranks of AMA membership and their support as the AMA promotes the motorcycle lifestyle and protects the future…
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HARLEY FACTORY TEAM GOES ALL-IN WITH XG750R FLAT TRACKER

Factory XG750R Racers to be Announced January 28 During ESPN’s X Games MILWAUKEE (January 26, 2017) – Fast, liquid-cooled and with big shoes to fill: The Harley-Davidson® XG750R motorcycle will be the only bike raced by the Harley-Davidson® Factory Flat Track Racing Team in 2017. The new flat-tracker will replace the Harley-Davidson® XR750, the most successful flat-track racing motorcycle of all time. The Harley-Davidson Factory Team will contest the 2017 American Flat Track (ATF) racing series and ESPN’s X Games Minneapolis Harley-Davidson® Flat Track Racing event exclusively aboard the XG750R bikes. The racing season opens during Daytona Bike Week at…
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American Motorcyclist Association Honors Racers, Organizers at Annual Banquet

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association recognized its greatest champions and hardest-working organizers from the 2016 season on Jan. 21 during the AMA Championship Banquet at the Hilton Downtown Columbus in Columbus, Ohio. More than 500 racers and supporters watched as the AMA presented awards to the top three finishers in national and regional competition, and announced the winners of the prestigious AMA Racer of the Year Awards. "It is well known in this room that the American Motorcyclist Association is the largest motorcycle and all-terrain vehicle sanctioning body in the world," said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman,…
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American Motorcyclist Association Objects as U.S. Seeks 100 percent Tariff on some European Bikes

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association strongly objects to a federal agency's attempt to tack a 100 percent or higher tariff on motorcycles made in Europe as part of a trade battle over hormones in U.S. beef. The Office of United States Trade Representative requested comments on Dec. 28 regarding its proposal to include tariffs on motorcycles with an engine size between 51cc and 500cc imported from the European Union. The American Motorcyclist Association opposes the proposed tariff, because trade disputes residing within the boundaries of the agricultural industry should not be solved with trade sanctions levied against non-agricultural…
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2017 AMA National Adventure Riding Series Schedule Released

Series features 20 events dispersed throughout United States PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The AMA National Adventure Riding Series provides American Motorcyclist Association members the chance to put their larger-cc machines to the test throughout the United States in 2017. "The AMA National Adventure Riding Series was developed in 2007 due to the growing interest in larger, adventure-style motorcycles," said AMA Recreational Riding and Volunteer Manager Marie Wuelleh. "Many dual sport trails are not conducive to bigger machines, and clubs and promoters have developed trails specifically to meet the needs of these riders." Supporting sponsors of the series include ADVMoto, Seat Concepts,…
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2017 Beta AMA National Dual Sport Series Schedule Announced Nineteen Events to Take Place Across the Country

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- Thousands of AMA members search for new trails to ride and sights to see on their dirt bikes each year. The AMA National Dual Sport Series, sponsored by Beta for the third consecutive year, boasts 19 two-day events for 2017. "The AMA National Dual Sport Series traces its roots back to 1987 and has been providing an avenue for some of the country's top dual sports to be featured at the national level," said AMA Recreational Riding and Volunteer Manager Marie Wuelleh. "AMA-chartered clubs and promoters organize thousands of miles of trail for AMA members to enjoy…
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American Motorcyclist Association appoints Kevin Crowther as Director of Racing

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association has appointed Kevin Crowther as the association's director of racing. Crowther, who vacates the position of director of Supercross and pro racing relations, will oversee all AMA amateur and professional competition operations, including maintaining his management responsibilities with respect to AMA Supercross. "As the largest motorsports sanctioning body in the world, the AMA maintains a world-class racing program, and Kevin is well-qualified to help us meet and exceed that goal," said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman. "From the beginning, motorcycle racing in all its forms has been core to the AMA's mission.…
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U.S. International Six Days Enduro Qualifier Series set to Groom Current and Future Champions

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- Future U.S. International Six Days Enduro team members will prove their mettle in the AMA ISDE Qualifier Series, designed to provide a world-class test for American off-road racers with an eye on international competition. http://gallery.americanmotorcyclist.com/AMAMedia/Racing/n-gvHTH/i-m2mTWFC/A The American Motorcyclist Association has sanctioned qualifier rounds for the ISDE since the world championship event was known as the International Six Days Trial. The qualifiers have changed over the years to meet the needs of the U.S. team. For 2017, the AMA is returning to a series format.   The AMA ISDE East Qualifier Series will have rounds in Florida, South…
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American Motorcyclist Association Grateful for the U.S. Military on Veterans Day

PICKERINGTON, Ohio --The American Motorcyclist Association wishes to express its gratitude this Veterans Day, Nov. 11, to all U.S. veterans who have served this great nation, whether in times of war or peace. "It is appropriate to pause between the hectic election cycle that just concluded and the busy holiday season that is about to begin and take time to reflect on the great service and sacrifices of our military veterans, who ensure our freedom to enjoy all that this great nation offers," said Rob Dingman, AMA president and CEO. "We at the AMA extend our heartfelt gratitude to those…
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FIN® ASSISTS IN RECOVERING STOLEN 2008 YAMAHA YZF-R6 MOTORCYCLE

FIN® ASSISTS IN RECOVERING STOLEN 2008 YAMAHA YZF-R6 MOTORCYCLE Miami, FL - At 1:01AM on Sept. 29, 2016, the Find It Now GPS theft recovery team received notice of a stolen 2008 Yamaha YZF-R6 motorcycle. Utilizing the FIN® GPS security device installed at the time of motorcycle purchase from Gables Motorsports of Miami, a FIN® recovery expert was able to immediately track the stolen motorcycle, which was discovered to be moving. Specific details were relayed directly to responding law enforcement. It became apparent that once the thief was aware that the police were chasing after him, he immediately attempted to…
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Suzuki Motor of America Inc. is dinner sponsor of AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

Suzuki Motor of America Inc. is dinner sponsor of AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Ceremony on Oct. 13 in Orlando to induct eight Hall of Famers PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association welcomes Suzuki Motor of America Inc. as the dinner sponsor for the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame's 2016 induction ceremony, which will be held Thursday, Oct. 13, during the American International Motorcycle Expo at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla. "The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame exists to celebrate and preserve the rich tradition of motorcycling in America, and the annual induction ceremony…
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American Motorcyclist Association Objects to Exclusion of Motorcycles in new DOT Safety Plan

American Motorcyclist Association Objects to Exclusion of Motorcycles in new DOT Safety Plan Concerns raised about possible future ban on motorcycles PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The new federal safety initiative-Road to Zero-announced today by the U.S. Department of Transportation ignores a significant sector of the nation's road users-the millions of Americans who choose motorcycles as their favorite form of transportation. The Road to Zero initiative is a coalition tackling the task of ending road fatalities within 30 years. The coalition includes the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the Federal Highway Administration, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and the National Safety…
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AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Welcomes Indian Motorcycle

AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Welcomes Indian Motorcycle as a platinum sponsor of 2016 induction ceremony Ceremony on Oct. 13 in Orlando to induct eight Hall of Famers PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association is pleased to announce that Indian Motorcycle is joining the companies providing support to the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame's 2016 induction ceremony, which will be held Thursday, Oct. 13, during the American International Motorcycle Expo at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla. "As America's first motorcycle company, Indian Motocycle made an indelible impact on motorcycling in America," said AMA Chief Operations Officer…
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