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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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NBCSN Tune-In Alert: American Flat Track Harley-Davidson Charlotte Half-Mile coverage tonight at 11 p.m. ET/8 p.m. PT

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (July 17, 2017) - Tune in tonight, July 17, for American Flat Track’s Harley-Davidson Charlotte Half-Mile episode, scheduled for 11pm ET (8pm PT) on NBCSN. Tonight marks the third of 18 shows, part of the weekly coverage of American Flat Track on NBCSN, the Home of Motorsports.   NBCSN Channel number on Popular Cable/Satellite Providers: • AT&T U-verse: 1640 • DIRECTV: 220 • DISH Network: 159 • Use the NBCSN channel finder to determine the channel for NBCSN in your area. Complete TV Schedule: Date___Location__Track___Time (ET)___Time (PT)___Network Monday, July 3___Daytona International Speedway (TT) (11 PM_8 PM_NBCSN) Monday,…
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Jay Leno’s Garage to feature American Flat Track star Shayna Texter tonight at 10 p.m. ET/PT on CNBC

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (July 12, 2017) - Tune in to CNBC tonight, July 12, at 10 p.m. ET/PT, for the premiere of “Victory Lane” – the episode of Jay Leno’s Garage featuring American Flat Track. Jay Leno and his guest, comedian Alonzo Bodden, get the scoop from CEO Michael Lock on the history of American Flat Track and why it’s picking up speed this season. Then, Leno and Bolden get schooled on the art of flat track from AFT Singles points leader Shayna Texter before battling each other for bragging rights in a special session of American Supercamp. CNBC Channel…
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON PRESENTS THURSDAY NIGHT PRIME-TIME DIRT-TRACK DOUBLE-HEADER LIVE FROM X GAMES MINNEAPOLIS

Watch Harley Hooligan Racing on Facebook Live Followed By The ESPN X Games Broadcast of the Harley-Davidson Flat Track Racing Medal Event Thursday, July 13 MILWAUKEE (July 11, 2017) – Harley-Davidson offers fans double the X Games racing action this Thursday, July 13, with a Facebook Live stream of Harley Hooligan flat track racing at 7:30 p.m. EDT via Facebook.com/Harley-Davidson, followed by Harley-Davidson Flat Track Racing at 9 p.m. EDT broadcast live on ESPN. “Showcasing the always-exciting amateur Hooligan racing via Facebook Live will take our partnership with ESPN X Games to a whole new level, while providing double the…
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Back to the Isle of Man … and Beyond

It has been four very long years, but BTR made it back to the Isle of Man for the Tourist Trophy races. This time we made a short visit to Belfast, Ireland before we headed over for the action. The best part about traveling is learning new things about history and meeting interesting people. We met up with Gerard, our driver of the infamous Black Taxi cabs of Belfast. He drove us around to some amazing places and informed us of the political disputes and ‘The Troubles’ that started in the ’60s and how things are in Belfast today. Did…
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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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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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Katja and Miracle Mike (the Nitrous-breathing Indian Scout named after a headless chicken)

Former Grand Prix rider Katja Poensgen only signed on to ride for the resurrected Indian brand on June 10, but in the following week she has taken two spectacular wins and generated more race-winning publicity than the brand has had in Europe for a century. And just to add flavor to the story, the 39-year-old's Nitrous-Oxide-burning 185-hp Indian Scout motorcycle is named "Miracle Mike", after a headless chicken of the same name. You couldn't make this stuff up. Read more Retrieved June, 23 2017 from; http://newatlas.com/katja-poensgen-indian-scout-nitrous-miracle-mike/50147/
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American Flat Track Hits The Pea Gravel For The Lima Half-Mile Presented By Indian Motorcycle

Jared Mees and Shayna Texter look to take another win and expand their points lead at Lima   DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (June 21, 2017) – This weekend, American Flat Track arrives in Lima, Ohio for the Lima Half-Mile presented by Indian Motorcycle, on June 24. One of the fan-favorite events on the calendar, the series can count on a huge gathering of loyal and knowledgeable fans to turn out for the Lima Half-Mile and provide a spectacular atmosphere at the Allen County Fairgrounds. Following a stretch of five Miles in six weeks, the Lima Half-Mile presents a different sort of…
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NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON STREET ROD DRAG BIKES READY TO RACE AT ENGLISHTOWN

Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines Team Set to Roll Out All-New NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycles MILWAUKEE (June 7, 2017) – The Harley-Davidson® Street Rod™ will hit the drag strip this weekend when the Harley-Davidson Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines drag racing team debuts all-new Street Rod-inspired bodywork for its Pro Stock Motorcycle competition bikes at the NHRA Summer Nationals, June 8-11, at Old Bridge Township Raceway Park, Englishtown, N.J. Powered by the liquid-cooled High Output Revolution X 750 engine with suspension tuned for maneuvering through traffic and gritty urban streets and steeped in tough Harley-Davidson® Dark Custom™ styling, the Harley-Davidson® Street Rod inspires…
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American Motorcyclist Association Saddened by news of Former MotoGP World Champion Nicky Hayden’s Passing

Condolences offered to Hayden's fiancé, family, friends PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association extends its deepest sympathies to the fiancé, family and friends of MotoGP world champion Nicky Hayden, who died today in a hospital in Italy. Hayden, 35, was injured May 17 when he was struck by a car while riding a bicycle during a training exercise along Italy's Rimini coast. He had competed in the Superbike World Championship races at Imola the previous weekend. "The loss of Nicky Hayden will be felt across the racing world, on the track and off," said AMA President and CEO Rob…
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American Flat Track California Bound For The Harley-Davidson Sacramento Mile Presented By Cycle Gear

Bryan Smith looks to score seven-straight Sacramento Mile wins; Harley-Davidson's Factory Flat Track Team ready to fire back   DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (May 18, 2017) – American Flat Track is approaching Turn 2 on its dash around four Miles in four weeks as the series heads to the Harley-Davidson Sacramento Mile presented by Cycle Gear at the Cal Expo Fairgrounds in Sacramento, Calif., on May 20.   Located in one of flat track’s traditional hotbeds, the Sacto Mile is rich with Grand National Championship history and has been the site of many thrilling down-to-the-wire battles. The dominant force over the…
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The American Motorcyclist Association Congratulates Ryan Dungey on Successful Career

2017 AMA Supercross Champion Retires After Nine Professional AMA Titles PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- Newly crowned 2017 AMA Supercross Champion Ryan Dungey announced his formal retirement from motorcycle racing today at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, Calif., just 10 days after the conclusion of the 2017 AMA Supercross Championship. "The American Motorcyclist Association congratulates Ryan Dungey on his incredible racing success and thanks him for his many years as an outstanding member of the AMA," said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman. "Ryan is truly one of the rare talents who rise to the top in motorcycle racing and maintains that excellence…
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Bryan Smith Takes Another Mile Win In Five-Lap Shootout With Teammate Brad Baker

Shayna Texter ends win drought in an AFT Singles thriller   PHOENIX, Ariz. (May 13, 2017) – The Indian Wrecking Crew once again lived up to its moniker in the fourth round of the 2017 American Flat Track championship. The trio of factory riders secured a dominant sweep of the AFT Twins presented by Vance & Hines podium at the Law Tigers Arizona Mile presented by Indian Motorcycle. Leading the charge around Turf Paradise was reigning Grand National Champion Bryan Smith. Smith drew upon every last ounce of his trademark Mile magic to position his No. 1 Indian Motorcycle Racing…
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American Flat Track heads west for the Law Tigers Arizona Mile presented by Indian Motorcycle

The battle for the American Flat Track Grand National Championship hits the big tracks     DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (May 11, 2017) – After a five-week break, American Flat Track returns with four straight Miles. Kicking off the month of action on the big tracks is the Law Tigers Arizona Mile presented by Indian Motorcycle at Turf Paradise in Phoenix, Ariz., on May 13.   Picking up where they left off at the Charlotte Half-Mile, the battle for the AFT Twins presented by Vance & Hines title resumes between rivals Jared Mees (No. 9 Indian Motorcycle Rogers Racing Scout FTR750)…
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Team Roberts Returns To The Legendary Harley-Davidson Sacramento Mile On May 20

Kenny Roberts Sr.’s famous Yamaha TZ750 also to make a special appearance, ridden by 2000 Grand National Champion Joe Kopp SACRAMENTO, Calif. (May 10, 2017) - SDI Racing’s Steve and Vince Delorenzi, promotors of the Harley-Davidson Sacramento Mile presented by Cycle Gear, are proud to announce “King” Kenny Roberts’ return to the “Sac Mile” as the Honorary Grand Marshall on May 20. Sharing Grand Marshall duties with the flat track and road racing legend will be another Roberts - his son and fellow World Champion Kenny Roberts, Jr. “Thrilled would be an understatement,” said Steve Delorenzi, CEO of SDI Insulation/SDI…
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