Motorcycle Racing

AMERICAN MOTORCYCLIST ASSOCIATION CONGRATULATES AMA REGIONAL MOTOCROSS CHAMPIONS

  Next stop: Red Bull AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship, July 28-Aug. 3 PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association congratulates the AMA Regional Motocross Champions who will race for AMA national No. 1 plates at the Red Bull AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship at Loretta Lynn's Ranch in Hurricane Mills, Tenn., July 28 through Aug. 3. "AMA Amateur National Motocross titles are the most coveted rewards on the national circuit, and are only won at the end of a long and highly competitive journey that culminates at the Red Bull AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship," said AMA Motocross Manager…
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ISLE OF MAN TT 2013

The Greatest Show on Two Wheels Photos and Text by Scott and Carla Odell   Shift through the gears as fast as possible, tuck in the elbows and get behind the windshield ... hard on the brakes, downshift 3 gears and look out for the stone wall on the left. Accelerate out of the curve and watch for the telephone pole ... take a deep breath as you come down the hill at 150mph and go airborne! Try to keep the bike level when the wheels come down and remember to stay to the right, never the left. Do this…
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COOLBETH AND FACTORY HARLEY FINISH EIGHTH AT HAGERSTOWN

Brad Baker Wins His First Grand National Main on a Harley-Davidson XR750 HAGERSTOWN, Md. (July 6, 2013) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle® Factory Team rider Kenny Coolbeth won a heat race and finished eighth in the AMA Pro Flat Track presented by J&P Cycles Grand National Twins main on a hot Saturday night at Hagerstown Speedway. Dodge Brothers Racing rider Brad Baker won the main on a Harley-Davidson XR750 motorcycle to claim the first Grand National victory of his career.   Coolbeth qualified for the main with a close win over Kawasaki rider Jake Shoemaker in the third 10-lap heat race.…
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KRAWIEC RIDES HARLEY-DAVIDSON V-ROD TO SEMI-FINALS AT NORWALK

Defending Champion Breaks Eliminations Drought for Screamin’ Eagle Drag Team NORWALK, Ohio (July 8, 2013) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Ed Krawiec raced a Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® motorcycle to the semi-final elimination round at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals at Summit Racing Equipment Motorsports Park, snapping a two-event streak that saw the defending Pro Stock Motorcycle champion eliminated in the first round of competition.   “We had to make some big changes after last week in Chicago, and I think we made some progress and were able to get the new engine more in its zone,” said Krawiec.…
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HINES AND KRAWIEC PUT HARLEY V-RODS IN THE NHRA SHOW AT JOLIET

Screamin’ Eagle Continues to Work Hard to Improve Performance JOLIET, IL – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines riders Ed Krawiec and Andrew Hines qualified a pair of Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® motorcycles for the Sunday elimination rounds of the O’Reilly Auto Parts Route 66 NHRA Nationals presented by Super Start Batteries at Route 66 Raceway. Both riders were eliminated in the first round as the team continues to seek performance improvements from its new two-valve V-Twin engine.   “We are trying to maintain the pace of a very competitive field of Pro Stock motorcycles,” said Krawiec, the defending class champion. “We’re still…
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AMA PRO FLAT TRACK RIDERS READY FOR LIMA

  Daytona Beach, FL … After a six week hiatus, AMA Pro Flat Track presented by J&P Cycles competitors are eager to get to Lima, Ohio for Round 4 action scheduled for June 29, 2013 located at the Allen County Fairgrounds. It is sure to be a thrilling summer of racing this year as the Lima Half-Mile marks the first of ten events scheduled over the next two and a half months. Dating back to 1984, Lima has long been a favorite venue for both riders and fans and has seen a number of different competitors claim victory. To date,…
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AMA PRO FLAT TRACK RIDERS HEAD FOR SPRINGFIELD AND THE RUNNING OF THE FAMED SPRINGFIELD MILE

  Daytona Beach, Fla…Ready for action, teams now head to Springfield, Ill and the running of Round 4 of AMA Pro Flat Track presented by J&P Cycles, May 26th at the Illinois State Fairgrounds.   Steeped in history, the famed Springfield Mile is considered one of the fastest miles on the AMA Pro Flat Track presented by J&P Cycles circuit and every rider wants to lay claim to the glory of taking the checkered flag. Going full bore from start to finish, this spectacular race showcases the best dirt track racers in the world in unparallel non-stop action.   The…
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COOLBETH TAKES FACTORY HARLEY TO SEVENTH AT STOCKTON

Halbert, Baker and Wiles Fill an All-Harley Podium in AMA Grand National Twins STOCKTON, Calif. (May 11, 2013) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle® Factory Team rider Kenny Coolbeth rebounded from a back-row starting position to finish seventh in the AMA Pro Flat Track presented by J&P Cycles Grand National Twins main on the Stockton 99 Half-Mile track at the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds. The first Grand National Twins event of the season was won by South East Harley rider Sammy Halbert on a Harley-Davidson XR750 motorcycle.   Racing for the first time on the Stockton half-mile, Coolbeth finished sixth in his…
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AMERICAN MOTORCYCLIST ASSOCIATION CONGRATULATES AMA SUPERCROSS CHAMPIONS, THANKS PARTNERS FOR 2013 SEASON

  PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association congratulates the three riders who claimed AMA No. 1 plates by the time the dust settled on the 2013 AMA Supercross season: Ryan Villopoto, 450SX champion; Wil Hahn, 250SX East champion; and Ken Roczen, 250SX West champion.   "Once again, AMA Supercross delivered some of the best motorsports racing on the planet, with a 2013 season for the record books," said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman. "I'm confident I speak for all motorcyclists when I congratulate three of our most talented AMA members -- Ryan Villopoto, Wil Hahn and Ken Roczen…
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CIRCLE BELL MOTORSPORTS ANNOUNCES RACE HEADQUARTERS FOR THE UPCOMING AMA PRO SACRAMENTO MILE

Circle Bell Motorsports is pleased to announce that they have once again signed an agreement with the Red Lion Hotel Woodlake Conference Center (formerly the Woodlake) to serve as Race Headquarters for the upcoming AMA Pro Sacramento Mile, July 27th at the Cal Expo Fairgrounds.   Conveniently located at 500 Leisure Lane, just minutes from Cal Expo, the State Capitol and Old Sacramento, the Red Lion Hotel Woodlake Conference Center is offering riders and fans who make their reservations before 5pm on July 11th a special room rate of $74 for a double room, $89 for a triple room and…
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AMA AMATEUR DIRT-TRACK COMPETITORS

  To: AMA amateur dirt-track competitors   From: AMA   Date: April 11, 2013   Re: Directional dirt-track tire mounting The American Motorcyclist Association reminds all participants in AMA-sanctioned dirt-track competition to be aware of manufacturer-recommended directional tire-mounting procedures. Many tire manufacturers intend for their tires to be mounted in a specific direction for both safety and performance.   Participants in AMA-sanctioned dirt-track competition who are unsure if their motorcycle's tires are mounted in the proper direction should contact their tire manufacturer before operating the motorcycle.   About the American Motorcyclist Association Founded in 1924, the AMA is a not-for-profit…
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AMA MEMBERS RECEIVE SPECIAL BENEFITS AT THE RED BULL GRAND PRIX OF THE AMERICAS

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- AMA members attending the Red Bull Grand Prix of The Americas on April 19-21 at Circuit of The Americas in Austin, Texas, will receive special member benefits at the race. AMA members who call the Circuit of The Americas' hotline at (512) 301-6600 and purchase the AMA ticket package and give their AMA number will receive half-price VIP motorcycle parking, and a special pit walk Friday, April 19, at no additional charge. The track will email pit walk details to qualifying ticket holders. Circuit of The Americas' Chief Marketing and Revenue Officer Geoff Moore said it was…
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CORRECTED: FMF CALIFORNIA CLASSIC FEATURES SPRING BREAK MOTOCROSS AT ITS BEST

  PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- Amateur motocross racers in Southern California will have a spring break to remember this April 4-7. Hesperia's Competitive Edge Motocross Park will host the first FMF California Classic, an AMA-sanctioned event that will establish a tradition for great racing, excellent track conditions and top-level talent. "With amazing weather, great track conditions and a welcoming atmosphere, Southern California offers some of the best motocross racing in the country, and springtime is one of the best times of the year to race here," said AMA Motocross Manager Kip Bigelow. "We expect a large crowd at the AMA-sanctioned FMF…
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FMF CALIFORNIA CLASSIC FEATURES SPRING BREAK MOTOCROSS AT ITS BEST

  PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- Amateur motocross racers in Southern California will have a spring break to remember this April 5-7. Hesperia's Competitive Edge Motocross Park will host the first FMF California Classic, an AMA-sanctioned event that will establish a tradition for great racing, excellent track conditions and top-level talent.  "With amazing weather, great track conditions and a welcoming atmosphere, Southern California offers some of the best motocross racing in the country, and springtime is one of the best times of the year to race here," said AMA Motocross Manager Kip Bigelow. "We expect a large crowd at the AMA-sanctioned FMF…
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NEW HARLEY V-ROD® DRAG BIKES GO GREAT AT GAINESVILLE

Hines and Krawiec Each Qualify and Win One Round in Debut of New Engine MILWAUKEE (March 18, 2013) – The Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines drag racing team successfully debuted its new Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® motorcycles at the 44th annual Amalie Oil NHRA Gatornationals at Auto-Plus Raceway. Aboard V-Rod motorcycles painted to celebrate the Harley-Davidson 110th Anniversary, riders Ed Krawiec and Andrew Hines qualified for Pro Stock Motorcycle eliminations, and each rider won in the first round on Sunday.   The Gatornationals was the first Pro Stock Motorcycle event of the 2013 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series, and the first…
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HARLEY SCREAMIN’ EAGLE® DRAG TEAM GEARED UP FOR GAINESVILLE

Defending Champions to Race V-Rod® Motorcycles in 110th Anniversary Colors MILWAUKEE (March 12, 2013) – The defending national champion Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines Pro Stock Motorcycle drag racing team will open a season celebrating the Harley-Davidson 110th Anniversary at the 44th annual Amalie Oil NHRA Gatornationals at Auto-Plus Raceway at Gainesville, Fla., March 14-17. The event is the first for Pro Stock Motorcycles on the 2013 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series schedule.   Both of the team’s Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® motorcycles will wear special livery inspired by the Limited Edition 110th Anniversary Harley-Davidson motorcycles through the end of the…
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