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Yoshimura Suzuki to field Superbike Champ Toni Elias in American Flat Track Finals

Moto2 and American Superbike champion to contest American Flat Track’s AFT Singles class at the season finale in Perris, Calif. on October 7 DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (September 29, 2017) – Yoshimura Suzuki will field road racing standout Toni Elias when the 2010 Moto2 World Champion makes his American Flat Track debut at the Cycle Gear American Flat Track Finals presented by Indian Motorcycle in Perris, Calif. on October 7. Fresh off of his MotoAmerica Superbike title, Elias will grid up alongside some of the world's fastest flat trackers in the AFT Singles class aboard the No. 324 Yoshimura Suzuki RM-Z450.…
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AMA Congress convenes at AIMExpo for 50th annual meeting

Recreational, racing and political issues discussed PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- AMA Congress members from across the country gathered Sept. 21-23 at the AIMExpo at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio, to consider important issues affecting amateur motorcycle competition and recreational riding. It was the 50th annual meeting of the rule-making body. "Many important questions were raised and event organizers were able to share their input and opinions on issues that directly affect them," said AMA Recreational Riding Manager Marie Wuelleh. "We encourage all AMA members and riders to voice their concerns through AMA Congress and be a part of…
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Hundreds of motorcyclists attend AMA Hall of Fame Fall Bike Night, sponsored by ROK, Powered by the AMA

More than 800 attendees visit Hall of Fame Museum and new "Six Days" display PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- More than 800 people visited the American Motorcycle Hall of Fame on Saturday, Sept. 23, to enjoy Fall Bike Night, sponsored by ROK, powered by the AMA -- the official after-party of the AIMExpo -- to attend the unveiling of an International Six Days Enduro exhibit and to mingle with AMA Hall of Fame members. "The AMA's mission is to promote the motorcycle lifestyle for generations to come, and it's exciting to see that mission come to life in events like Bike Night,"…
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AMA Road Race Grand Championship to kick off at Barber Motorsports Park

Event to take place in conjunction with WERA Grand National Finals PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- America's fastest amateur motorcycle road racers will descend on Barber Motorsports Park in Leeds, Ala., Nov. 2-5 to compete for AMA national championships at the 2017 AMA Road Race Grand Championship. "Motorcycle road racing showcases not just the enormous talent of the riders, but incredible machines that are packed with cutting-edge technology straight from the showroom floor," said AMA Track Racing Manager Ken Saillant. "The competition is fierce as the racers push their bikes to the limit, rounding the course at triple-digit speeds. Barber Motorsports Park…
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Henry Wiles stays perfect in Peoria

Wiles scores 13th-straight win to tie Chris Carr for Grand National wins at the legendary Peoria TT PEORIA, Ill. (August 13, 2017) – American Flat Track witnessed a coronation of sorts on Sunday, as the assembled fans and media joined in proclaiming Henry Wiles (No. 17 DPC Racing Kawasaki Ninja 650), "King Henry," as he extended his reign over the Peoria TT to a nearly unthinkable 13 victories in succession. Wiles' 13th triumph at the Peoria Motorcycle Club moved him equal in all-time wins at the legendary venue with the "Prince of Peoria" Chris Carr -- the two masters representing…
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Motorcyclists to Attempt to Break Records at AMA Land Speed Grand Championship

Registration to Race at Bonneville Still Open PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The world's fastest motorcycle racers will have their chance to set national and world records at the Bonneville Salt Flats during the AMA Land Speed Grand Championship in Wendover, Utah, Aug. 26-31. "Racing on the Bonneville Salt Flats is the pinnacle of land-speed racing," said AMA Track Racing Manager Ken Saillant. "Not only do competitors race against others in their class for AMA National No. 1 plates, they also compete to set new world records." The Bonneville Motorcycle Speed Trials, the AMA Land Speed Grand Championship, is the premier motorcycle…
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AMA Hillclimb Grand Championship kicks off Aug. 5

Riders to battle for AMA championships in Minnesota  PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- For the fifth time, the Indian Head Motorcycle Club will host America's fastest amateur motorcycle and ATV hillclimb racers in Red Wing, Minn., on Aug. 5-6, as they compete in the 2017 AMA Hillclimb Grand Championship. "Each year, the AMA Hillclimb Grand Championship showcases the top amateur hillclimb racers in their attempts to conquer the hill," Track Racing Manager Ken Saillant said. "We are excited to watch these amateurs compete for one of 23 AMA National Championships on the line." Racers also will vie for awards recognizing the AMA…
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Rocky Mountain ATV/MC AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship kicks off July 31

35 AMA National Championships to be awarded PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The nation's top amateur motocross racers will compete for a AMA National Championship at the Rocky Mountain ATV/MC AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship at Loretta Lynn's Ranch in Hurricane Mills, Tenn., July 31-Aug. 5. "The Rocky Mountain ATV/MC Amateur National Motocross Championship brings together the fastest amateur racers to compete in the largest amateur motocross event in the country every year," AMA Motocross Manager Kip Bigelow said. "With this year's event just around the corner, we are excited to see the immense talent of these racers displayed on the track…
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American Motorcyclist Association Crowns National Champions at 2017 AMA Dirt Track Grand Championship

Twelve amateur and youth racers in 20 classes recognized as AMA National Champions PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- Twenty AMA National No. 1 plates were awarded July 4 at the AMA Dirt Track Grand Championship at Du Quoin (Ill.) State Fairgrounds to 12 riders who earned AMA National Champion status. Some racers earned national championships in more than one class. Youth and amateur racers competed in a variety of classes in Half Mile, Youth TT, Amateur TT and Indoor Short Track events. "As always, the talent at the AMA Dirt Track Grand Championship is top notch," said AMA Track Racing Manager Ken…
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Proposed 2018 Renewable Fuel Obligations Released

Total volume slightly smaller than 2017 PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The proposed 2018 Renewable Fuel Standard volume requirements announced Wednesday by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency show a slight reduction from the 2017 obligations but do not reflect the agency's promise to listen to consumers, who have registered a low demand for higher ethanol blends, the American Motorcyclist Association reports. The EPA's proposed Renewable Volume Obligations call for 19.24 billion gallons of biofuel for 2018, down less than 1 percent from 19.28 billion gallons this year. "We are encouraged that the EPA is not proposing another increase in ethanol mandates," said…
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Premier Exhibitors, Vintage Clubs Appeal to all Types of fans at AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days, Featuring Riders of Kawasaki

Infield area will be teaming with activity PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- Displays from vintage motorcycle clubs and exhibitors will delight motorcycle enthusiasts of all types in the infield area during AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days, featuring Riders of Kawasaki, July 7-9, at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio. Nine infield displays feature Premier Exhibitors this year: Kawasaki Vintage Motorcycles, the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame, the Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Club, the Ton Up Club International Rally, Cincinnati Café Racer, Classic British Motorcycle Club of Cincinnati, Skidmark Garage, Skull Canvas Helmet Art Show and Heindl Engineering. "These displays offer a variety of…
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Roadracing World Action Fund to provide soft barriers for the AMA Dirt Track Grand Championship

Airfence to provide better protection for racers PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association is pleased to announce that Roadracing World Action Fund will provide soft barriers for the AMA Dirt Track Grand Championship, taking place in Du Quoin, Ill. at the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds, July 1-4. The air-filled barriers, which are owned by Roadracing World Action Fund and known by the trade name Airfence, will be in place along sections of the race course to protect riders. "The AMA would like to thank John Ulrich and the Roadracing World Action Fund for providing soft barriers for the AMA…
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American Motorcyclist Association urges caution, sobriety for Independence Day

July 4 holiday ranked as deadliest day for road users PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association urges all road users to stay sober and exercise extreme caution over the Independence Day holiday and the preceding weekend. Statistics from the U.S. Department of Transportation show that an average of 122 people died in traffic crashes on July 4 each year from 2011 to 2015, making it the deadliest day of the year for road users. Alcohol consumption and excessive speed were among the leading factors in those deadly crashes. "Many people will be extending their weekend through the July 4…
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AMA Horizon Award re-named in honor of inaugural winner and 2006 MotoGP World Champion Nicky Hayden

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association's Horizon Award, which annually recognizes amateur competitors poised for greatness in the professional ranks, has been renamed in honor of the inaugural AMA Horizon Award winner in 1997, Nicky Hayden, who subsequently won the 1999 AMA Supersport Championship, the 2002 AMA Superbike Championship and the 2006 FIM MotoGP World Championship. This season Nicky was competing in the FIM Superbike World Championship. While training on his road bicycle in Italy in May, he was struck by a car and died as a result of his injuries on May 22. The Executive Committee of the…
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U.S. Trade Representative is ‘Sympathetic’ to Motorcyclists, but Won’t Take Action

Lighthizer tells House committee negotiations continue in Bikes for Beef dispute PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer told a congressional committee Thursday that he is "sympathetic" to American motorcyclists, dealerships and others, but he cannot remove small-displacement European motorcycles from a proposed import tariff while negotiations continue in a dispute with the European Union over U.S. beef imports. "While we appreciate Ambassador Lighthizer's sympathy, we need action, not sympathy," said Rob Dingman, president and CEO of the American Motorcyclist Association. "He has chosen the U.S. beef industry over American motorcyclists and Americans who own and operate motorcycle dealerships."…
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AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Skip Van Leeuwen Passes Away

American Motorcyclist Association extends condolences to family, friends   PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- Skip Van Leeuwen, one of the best Tourist Trophy riders in the history of AMA racing, passed away today, June 21. He was 78. "The American Motorcyclist Association extends heartfelt condolences to the Van Leeuwen family and to all of Skip's friends inside and outside the motorcycling community," said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman. Mr. Van Leeuwen was inducted into the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in 1999. Mr. Van Leeuwen dominated AMA TT competition in the mid-1960s, winning four nationals on the small dirt-track circuits that…
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