2017 AMA Vintage Dirt Track National Championship Schedule Released, Mid-America in Indy to Host Rounds 8-9 on August 4-5

American Motorcyclist Association announces 2017 AMA Vintage Dirt Track National Championship Series schedule

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- January 6, 2017 --  The 2017 AMA Vintage Dirt Track National Championship series features 12 rounds of competition and four weekends of two-day, back-to-back racing, sanctioned by the American Motorcyclist Association.

Starting in March, the national championship series travels to six states throughout the Midwest and along the East Coast. The series will make its way to eight premier tracks, while also boasting eight days of short track racing with four days on half mile courses.

"I am incredibly excited to get this season underway," said AMA Track Racing Manager Ken Saillant. "The 2017 season of the AMA Vintage Dirt Track National Championship looks to be one of the best we've ever had and will include many of the great tracks that vintage dirt track racers know and love."

This year's lineup features many notable stops, such as Volusia County Speedway in Baberville, Fla., and the Illinois State Fair Grounds in Springfield, Ill. The series also will return to many other favorite spots, such as the Oglethorp Speedway in Savannah, Ga., and the Marion County Fairgrounds in the racing capital of the world, Indianapolis.

For more information visit www.americanmotorcyclist.com. 

2017 AMA Vintage Dirt Track National Championship Series Schedule

Round 1 - Saturday, March 11
Oglethorpe Speedway - Savannah, Ga.
Half Mile

Round 2 - Monday, March 13
Volusia County Speedway - Baberville Fla.
Half Mile

Round 3 - Tuesday, March 14
Volusia County Speedway - Barberville, Fla.
Short Track

Round 4 - Sunday, April 30
Marshall-Putman County Fairgrounds - Henry, Ill.
Half Mile

Round 5 - Friday, June 16
Harpursville, N.Y.
Short Track

Round 6 - Saturday, June 17
Harpursville, N.Y.
Short Track

Round 7 - Saturday, July 8
Ashland County Fairgrounds - Ashland, Ohio
Half Mile

Round 8 - Friday, August 4
Marion County Fairgrounds - Indianapolis, Ind.
Short Track

Round 9 - Saturday, August 5
Marion County Fairgrounds - Indianapolis, Ind.
Short Track

Round 10 - Saturday, September 2
Illinois State Fairgrounds - Springfield, Ill.
Short Track

Round 11 - Saturday, September 23
Oakland Valley Race Park - Cuddebackville, N.Y.
Short Track

Round 12 - Sunday, September 24
Oakland Valley Race Park - Cuddebackville, N.Y.
Short Track

About the American Motorcyclist Association

 

Founded in 1924, the AMA is a not-for-profit member-based association whose mission is to promote the motorcycle lifestyle and protect the future of motorcycling. As the world's largest motorcycling rights and event sanctioning organization, the AMA advocates for riders' interests at all levels of government and sanctions thousands of competition and recreational events every year. The AMA also provides money-saving discounts on products and services for its members. Through the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Pickerington, Ohio, the AMA honors the heroes and heritage of motorcycling.

 

For more information, visit www.americanmotorcyclist.com.

 

Not a member? Join the AMA today: www.americanmotorcyclist.com/membership/join 

Media contact: James Holter
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E-mail: jholter@ama-cycle.org

American Motorcyclist Association Announces it Will Sanction American Sportbike Racing Association Daytona 200 on March 12

American Motorcyclist Association announces sanction for 2016 American Sportbike Racing Association Daytona 200

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- February 23, 2016 -- The American Motorcyclist Association is pleased to announce that it will sanction the 75th running of the Daytona 200 on March 12 at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Fla.

"Without a doubt, the Daytona 200 is a historic motorcycle race, known not just by American riders but by riders around the world," said AMA Director of Racing Bill Cumbow. "Indeed, with an AMA sanction, international riders governed by non-U.S. motorcycling federations can more easily secure the start permissions they need to compete at this storied event."

The American Sportbike Racing Association event is a standalone premier American road race. While the 2016 Daytona 200 is not part of the AMA-sanctioned professional road racing series in which riders earn points toward an AMA National No. 1 plate, it remains an important part of America's motorcycle racing heritage.

In 2016, the 57-lap, 200-mile endurance race on the 3.51-mile road course will feature modified 600cc sportbikes. Tickets to the 2016 Daytona 200 are available at www.daytonainternationalspeedway.com.

The Daytona 200 will headline additional AMA-sanctioned amateur road racing events at Daytona International Speedway during Bike Week. For more information and to register to race, see www.asraracing.com/2015-Daytona200.html.

About the American Motorcyclist Association

 

Founded in 1924, the AMA is a not-for-profit member-based association whose mission is to promote the motorcycle lifestyle and protect the future of motorcycling. As the world's largest motorcycling rights and event sanctioning organization, the AMA advocates for riders' interests at all levels of government and sanctions thousands of competition and recreational events every year. The AMA also provides money-saving discounts on products and services for its members. Through the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Pickerington, Ohio, the AMA honors the heroes and heritage of motorcycling.

 

For more information, visit www.americanmotorcyclist.com.

 

Not a member? Join the AMA today: www.americanmotorcyclist.com/membership/join 

Media contact: James Holter
Phone: (614) 856-1900, ext. 1280
E-mail: jholter@ama-cycle.org

Sacramento Mile to Host Lodi Motorcycle Club Amateur Flat Track Races on Sunday, May 22

Lodi Motorcycle Club to Run Amateur Flat Track Race at the Sacramento Mile

Amateurs to run the same track as Grand National riders on Sunday, May 22 

SACRAMENTO, CA (Feb. 11, 2016) – Amateur flat track racers will get the unique opportunity to race on the Sacramento Mile on Sunday, May 22, 2016, the day after the AMA Pro Grand National event on the famous mile dirt oval at Cal Expo in Sacramento, California. The amateur races will be organized by the famous Lodi Motorcycle Club. The Lodi club is known worldwide for producing some of the biggest names in American racing such as Kenny Roberts, Chris Carr, Fred Merkel, Jimmy Filice and Doug Chandler to name just a few.  

“We’re excited to be able to give our riders the opportunity to race on the legendary Sacramento Mile,” said Lodi Motorcycle Club president Randy Gabhart. “Getting experience on a mile track is rare in itself, and to be able for our riders to compete on the track as it was prepared for the stars of the AMA Pro Grand National Championships is a rare opportunity and an experience of a lifetime. We expect many riders from around the country will come and join our Lodi regulars for this unique event.” 

Riders who would like to race in Sunday’s amateur event can visit www.lodicyclebowl.com for additional info. 

Sunday’s Lodi Motorcycle Club amateur event will follow on the heels of the renowned Sacramento Mile, which runs this year on Saturday, May 21, 2016. This will be the 51st running of the historic Sacramento Mile. Bryan Smith will try to extend his record winning streak at the race to six, while the rest of the talented field will be shooting to end Smith’s impressive string of victories. The event will also feature the Clash of the Titans III, a special exhibition race featuring Motorcycle Hall of Fame and Harley-Davidson factory racing legends Scott Parker and Jay Springsteen. 

The AMA Pro Grand National Championship series is one of the longest running motorcycle racing championships in the world. On the long straights of the Sacramento Mile top speeds can reach 130 miles per hour. Flat track racing has produced many of America’s Motorcycle Grand Prix Champions such as Kenny Roberts, Eddie Lawson, Wayne Rainey, Kenny Roberts, Jr. and Nicky Hayden. Visit www.sactomile.com to keep up with all the latest on the event. 

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AMA Dirt Track Grand Championships Scheduled for July 1-6 in Du Quoin, IL

AMA Dirt Track Grand Championship to take place July 1-6 in Du Quoin, IL.


PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- February 10, 2016 -- The 2016 AMA Dirt Track Grand Championship is scheduled for July 1-6 at the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds in Du Quoin, Ill.

"The AMA Dirt Track Grand Championship is returning to the picturesque Du Quoin State Fairgrounds - the perfect location for a weeklong dirt-track family vacation," said AMA Track Racing Manager Ken Saillant. "Where else can racers find six back-to-back days of racing at one location? Our schedule is packed with opportunities for racers to show their skills and attempt to clinch AMA National No. 1 plates."

The event schedule includes:

• Friday, July 1: Amateur Mile
• Saturday, July 2: Youth TT
• Sunday, July 3: Amateur and Youth Half Mile
• Monday, July 4: Youth Half Mile 
• Tuesday, July 5: Amateur TT
• Wednesday, July 6: Amateur and Youth Indoor Short Track

Online pre-entry opens at www.americanmotorcyclist.com on March 1 and closes June 26. Pre-entry is $70 per class/per event. Onsite registration is $80 per class/per event.

AMA National No. 1 plates are awarded to the racers in each class who have the highest point totals across all four disciplines of dirt track racing. Additionally, racers compete for the AMA Dirt Track Horizon Award, which honors an amateur racer poised for success at the pro level. 

Awards are also given for Youth Dirt Track Racer of the Year and Vet/Senior Dirt Track Racer of the Year. The Fast Brain Award is bestowed upon a racer based upon his or her performance at the event, as well as official school transcripts supplied at the time of application. Applications will be available at www.americanmotorcyclist.com at a later date.

Competitors at the AMA Dirt Track Grand Championship ride both traditional dirt track motorcycles and DTX motorcycles, which begin as stock motocross bikes that are fitted with dirt track tires, suspension and other modifications. 

Daily pit passes are $15 for racers of all ages. Spectator pit passes for those 13 and older are $15. Spectating youth ages 12 and younger are $10. Ages 3 and younger are free.

Full-week pit pass packages can be purchased June 30 through July 1. They are $50 for all racers and spectators ages 13 and older. Spectating youth ages 4 to 12 are $25 each.

For more information about the event, visit www.americanmotorcyclist.com/Racing/NationalChampionships/DirtTrackGrandChampionship.aspx.

About the American Motorcyclist Association

 

Founded in 1924, the AMA is a not-for-profit member-based association whose mission is to promote the motorcycle lifestyle and protect the future of motorcycling. As the world's largest motorcycling rights and event sanctioning organization, the AMA advocates for riders' interests at all levels of government and sanctions thousands of competition and recreational events every year. The AMA also provides money-saving discounts on products and services for its members. Through the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Pickerington, Ohio, the AMA honors the heroes and heritage of motorcycling.

 

For more information, visit www.americanmotorcyclist.com.

 

Not a member? Join the AMA today: www.americanmotorcyclist.com/membership/join 

Media contact: James Holter
Phone: (614) 856-1900, ext. 1280
E-mail: jholter@ama-cycle.org

AMA Releases 2016 Vintage Dirt Track National Championship Schedule

2016 AMA Vintage Dirt Track National Championship Series Schedule Released

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- January 5, 2016 -- The 14-round 2016 AMA Vintage Dirt Track National Championship Series will kick off with a half-mile event on Saturday, March 5, in Savannah, Ga. Throughout the year, racers will compete for points with hopes of earning a coveted AMA National No. 1 plate in a number of historically correct classes.

"We are excited about our 2016 schedule," said AMA Track Racing Manager Ken Saillant. "With most of our events being double-headers, it provides our racers with an opportunity to travel once and race twice on the same weekend."

 

The first three rounds of the series will run in conjunction with the AMA-sanctioned amateur dirt-track program held during Daytona Bike Week.

Class rules and equipment regulations are available at www.americanmotorcyclist.com/racing/rules.

 

Round 1: Saturday, March 5, 2016

Oglethorpe Speedway- Savannah, Ga.

Half Mile

Round 2: Monday, March 7, 2016

Volusia County Speedway- Barberville, Fla.

Half Mile

Round 3: Tuesday, March 8, 2016

Volusia County Speedway- Barberville, Fla.

Short Track

Round 4: Saturday, April 30, 2016

Henry, Ill.

Half Mile

Round 5: Sunday, May 1, 2016

Henry, Ill.

Half Mile

Round 6: Friday, June 17, 2016

Harpursville, N.Y.

Short Track

Round 7: Saturday, June 18, 2016

Harpursville, N.Y.

Short Track

Round 8: Saturday, July 2, 2016

Oshkosh Speedzone- Oshkosh, Wis.

3/8 Mile

Round 9: Sunday, July 3, 2016

Oshkosh Speedzone- Oshkosh, Wis.

3/8 Mile

Round 10: Saturday, July 9, 2016

Ashland County Fairgrounds- Ashland, Ohio

Half Mile

Round 11: Friday, Aug. 12, 2016

Marion County Fairgrounds- Indianapolis, Ind.

Short Track

Round 12: Saturday, Aug. 13, 2016

Marion County Fairgrounds- Indianapolis, Ind.

Short Track

Round 13: Saturday, Sept. 24, 2016

Cuddebackville, N.Y.

Short Track

Round 14: Sunday, Sept. 25

Cuddebackville, N.Y.

Short Track 

The AMA Vintage Dirt Track National Championship Series recognizes national champions in period-correct classes that reflect the storied history of AMA dirt-track competition. Class winners are honored at the annual AMA Championship Banquet, which recognizes national champions in all amateur racing disciplines. 

About the American Motorcyclist Association

 

Founded in 1924, the AMA is a not-for-profit member-based association whose mission is to promote the motorcycle lifestyle and protect the future of motorcycling. As the world's largest motorcycling rights and event sanctioning organization, the AMA advocates for riders' interests at all levels of government and sanctions thousands of competition and recreational events every year. The AMA also provides money-saving discounts on products and services for its members. Through the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Pickerington, Ohio, the AMA honors the heroes and heritage of motorcycling.

 

For more information, visit www.americanmotorcyclist.com.

Media contact: James Holter
Phone: (614) 856-1900, ext. 1280
E-mail: jholter@ama-cycle.org

Bill Werner, Dave Zanotti and Stan Simpson to Fund 2015 AMA Horizon Award at AMA Dirt Track Grand Championship at DuQuoin July 6-10

Racers at AMA Dirt Track Grand Championship to compete for AMA Fast Brain Award

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- June 2, 2015 -- Racers at the AMA Dirt Track Grand Championship in Du Quoin, Ill., July 6-10, not only will race for AMA National No. 1 plates, but some of the fastest -- and brightest -- also will compete for the AMA Fast Brain Award, which includes an educational scholarship for the award winner.

"AMA champions represent the best of the best on the racetrack," said AMA Chief Operations Officer Jeff Massey. "But while we value the speed and athletic ability necessary to win titles, we also recognize the dedication it takes to stand out in academics."

Funded by AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Bill Werner, Zanotti Racing's Dave Zanotti and AMA Life Member Stan Simpson, the 2015 AMA Fast Brain Award and its $1,500 educational scholarship benefit a young racer whose talent with a throttle is matched by his or her aptitude in the classroom.

 

"While success on the racetrack is a lot of fun, success in life also depends on hard work in school," said Werner, a longtime sponsor of the AMA Fast Brain Award. "I'm pleased to contribute to this scholarship to provide a current recipient with additional resources to fund their further education, and to incentivize future recipients to work hard in the classroom as well as behind the handlebars."

 

 

 

 

 

 

AMA Horizon Award winner Hunter Edwards is shown with his hardware won during the 2014 AMA Dirt Track Grand Championship events at DuQuoin, IL. during the summer of 2014. Photo courtesy of AMA Racing by Josh Rud/shiftonephoto.com.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The award winner's selection will be based on performance at the week-long AMA Dirt Track Grand Championship at the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds, as well as official school transcripts supplied at the time of application.

Click here to download the 2015 application for the AMA Fast Brain Award: www.americanmotorcyclist.com/Libraries/Racing_Documents/2015_Fast_Brain_Application.sflb.ashx.

Reigning AMA Grand National Champion Jared Mees will serve as this year's honoree at the AMA Dirt Track Grand Championship, where racers will compete in individual dirt track disciplines, including half-mile, TT and short-track races. Non-youth classes also will run on Du Quoin's world-famous Magic Mile.  

 

The riders in each class with the highest point totals in all disciplines will be awarded AMA national championship No. 1 plates. The top amateur racers also compete for the AMA Dirt Track Horizon Award, which honors the amateur racer poised for success at the pro level.

Online entry for the 2015 AMA Dirt Track Grand Championship is available now. To sign up, see https://secure.tracksideonlineresults.com/flattrack/index.asp.

 

About the American Motorcyclist Association

 

Founded in 1924, the AMA is a not-for-profit member-based association whose mission is to promote the motorcycle lifestyle and protect the future of motorcycling. As the world's largest motorcycling rights and event sanctioning organization, the AMA advocates for riders' interests at all levels of government and sanctions thousands of competition and recreational events every year. The AMA also provides money-saving discounts on products and services for its members. Through the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Pickerington, Ohio, the AMA honors the heroes and heritage of motorcycling.

 

For more information, visit www.americanmotorcyclist.com.

  

Media contact: James Holter
Phone: (614) 856-1900, ext. 1280
E-mail: jholter@ama-cycle.org

DuQuoin State Fairgrounds to Host 2015 AMA Dirt Track Grand Championship July 6-10

AMA Dirt Track Grand Championship to take place July 6-10 in Illinois 

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- April 17, 2015 -- The 2015 AMA Dirt Track Grand Championship will take place July 6-10 at the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds in Du Quoin, Ill.

"Since 1975, the AMA Dirt Track Grand Championship has pitted top amateur dirt trackers against each other in friendly competition," said AMA Track Racing Manager Ken Saillant. "As a premier amateur dirt-track event, the AMA Dirt Track Grand Championship is unmatched in terms of history and prestige. Its success is important to the AMA, and we're excited to take a broader management role for 2015."

Saillant adds that the association will not only sanction the AMA Dirt Track Grand Championship this year, but the AMA also will be responsible for all operational and promotional aspects of the event. The AMA's event partner for the last three years, Steve Nace Racing, will continue to assist with event operations.  

Amateur and youth champions will compete in individual dirt track disciplines, including half-mile, TT and short-track races. Amateur racers also compete in mile events.

2014 AMA Dirt Track Horizon Award winner Hunter Edwards from Mansfield, OH. is shown with all of his hardware he won during the 2014 AMA Dirt Track Grand Championship. Photo courtesy of the American Motorcyclist Association.









The riders in each class with the highest point totals in all disciplines will be awarded AMA national championship No. 1 plates. The top riders also compete for the AMA Dirt Track Horizon Award, which honors the amateur racer poised for success at the pro level.

Competitors at the AMA Dirt Track Grand Championship ride both traditional dirt track motorcycles and DTX motorcycles, which begin as stock motocross bikes that are fitted with dirt track tires and suspension modifications.

"We're very excited to be in a partnership with AMA for this event at the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds," said Steve Nace of Steve Nace Racing. "It's sure to be a thrilling five days of dirt track competition, where only the best will walk away as AMA champions."

Classes and online entry will be available soon. For more information about this event and to sign up to race, see www.americanmotorcyclist.com.

 

About the American Motorcyclist Association

 

Founded in 1924, the AMA is a not-for-profit member-based association whose mission is to promote the motorcycle lifestyle and protect the future of motorcycling. As the world's largest motorcycling rights and event sanctioning organization, the AMA advocates for riders' interests at all levels of government and sanctions thousands of competition and recreational events every year. The AMA also provides money-saving discounts on products and services for its members. Through the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Pickerington, Ohio, the AMA honors the heroes and heritage of motorcycling.

 

For more information, visit www.americanmotorcyclist.com.

Media contact: James Holter
Phone: (614) 856-1900, ext. 1280
E-mail: jholter@ama-cycle.org

Mid-America Speedway in Indy Announces 2015 Schedule, Includes Night Before the Indy Mile & AMA Vintage Dirt Track National Series

(Above) Brad 'The Bullet' Baker, the 2013 AMA Pro Flat Track Grand National Champion, showed up at Mid-America in August 2014 equipped with his Baker Boys Honda CRF450R and proceeded to own the track throughout the evening in the Open Class event that saw him take home the  $1500 to win monies available to the Pro and Expert riders in attendance over the Indy Mile weekend. A large contingent of GNC1 and GNC2 (formerly known as the Expert and Pro class riders in AMA Pro Flat Track) are expected to attend this year's Night Before the Indy Mile race on July 10. Photo by Mike 'Stu' Stuhler/Stu's Shots.

(Below) Dave 'Bones' Aldana is shown on his #13 Aldana Racing Bultaco 250 Astro turning a lap during practice in preparation for the Bultaco Race at Mid-America Speedway in Indy on August 9, 2014. Aldana, a crowd favorite at every event he attends, is expected to return to Mid-America again this season along with his squadron of Honda 350s and equipped with his Bultaco to campaign this year's AMA Vintage National race on August 8. Photo by Mike 'Stu' Stuhler/Stu's Shots.

 

Mid-America Speedway Announces 2015 Season Schedule

Indianapolis, IN. – March 31, 2015 – Mid-America Speedway in Indianapolis would like to announce their new schedule for the upcoming 2015 season, which kicks off next month with the first event of the season on Saturday, April 25 with their annual spring event, the Flat-Track Forums Night (http://flat-track.com/forum/). This year Mid-America Speedway will be hosting and supporting a total of 14 races throughout the 2015 season.

Track president and race promoter Jim Terchila and his great crew will again preside over the racing action at the Marion County Fairgrounds-hosted track, located on Indy's southeast side. “We're looking forward to the new season ahead, and this year includes our regularly scheduled regional races to go along with what will be our hosting of two big premier events at our facility.

“This year's schedule will include our third year of hosting the AMA Vintage Dirt Track National Series sponsored by Harley-Davidson of Bloomington, IN. on August 8 during the Red Bull Indianapolis MotoGP Weekend, and our annual Night Before the Indy Mile race that is scheduled for July 10 and will again see a $1500 payout in the Open Class pro race. This year's race will be held the Friday night before the AMA Pro Flat Track Grand National Championship stop at the Indiana State Fairgrounds on July 11,” stated Terchila.

“We are also partnering this year for the first time with the 3^rd Annual Hoosier Bike Rally in Frankfort, IN. and we will be running a limestone half-mile race at the Clinton County Fairgrounds on September 12, which will be a part of the three days of festivities over the September 10-13 weekend that will also feature food, music, a car & truck cruise along with our first-ever half-mile race. You can find out more about this big weekend at their website, http://homegrownbiker.com/hoosierbikerally.

“We're very proud of what we have been able to do over the years thanks to the folks at the Marion County Fairgrounds, and in what will be our 8^th year of operation we have also updated our track logo for the first redesign in our history to honor local racer and hero Dan Ingram, AMA Grand National #31 who recently announced his retirement from full-time racing. Dan is a long-time supporter and competitor at Mid-America and we wanted to do something special for him to honor his many years of support at our facility.”

The track would also like to remind everyone about the season-ending Halloween race, one of the facility's best-attended events of each year. “Traditionally this has been our 2nd-biggest event each year and it includes costumes and a 25-lap Open Class main event that pays a minimum of $500 to win. With just over three weeks to go before the first race of the season, it's not too early to start marking your calendars and making plans for what will be another thrilling and exciting season of racing at Mid-America Speedway as we look forward to hosting some of the best flat track racers and fans in the Midwest. For more info on this year's schedule, please take the time to visit our website at http://www.midamspeedway.com/schedule.php,” Terchila stated in closing.

 

 

                                                                                   Press release prepared by:

Mike 'Stu' Stuhler

Stu's Shots

10826 Riverwood Blvd.

Indianapolis, IN. 46234-7686

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http://stusshots.blogspot.com/

 

AMA Releases Supermoto National Championship Schedule for 2015

AMA Supermoto National Championship Series schedule set for 2015

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- March 2015 -- The American Motorcyclist Association has announced the complete schedule for the 2015 AMA Supermoto National Championship Series. Two new venues join the series this year: New Hampshire Motor Speedway in Loudon, N.H., and Muscle Man Honda Circuit in Tucson, Ariz.

"We're excited to see the AMA Supermoto National Championship Series continue to grow for 2015," said AMA Director of Racing Bill Cumbow. "This series provides a showcase for America's top Supermoto talent, and the teams and sponsors that support the sport. It also gives the grassroots amateur community opportunities to compete on the country's best tracks so they can hone their skills and become the pros of tomorrow."

Photo courtesy of the American Motorcyclist Association from the 2014 AMA Supermoto National Championship Series.





With the championship coming to the East Coast at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, it completes the series' reach to nearly every region of the country.

Muscle Man Honda Circuit, the other new track for 2015, will host the finale. This venue is one of the most challenging Supermoto tracks in the United States. The setup for 2015 will include large metal jumps and a paved motocross section. The race is expected to draw the best Supermoto racers from around the world.

The AMA Supermoto National Championship Series includes novice, youth, intermediate, age- and displacement-based classes as well as classes that will feature some of the best supermoto talent in the country. Online registration will be available soon at www.amanationalsupermoto.com.

Supermoto combines exciting elements of motocross, dirt track and road racing into one dynamic discipline. It features jumps, high-speed straights and both dirt and asphalt surfaces. Track variations and venues can vary considerably. Supermoto events have taken place at purpose-built facilities, in sports stadiums, on casino properties and on closed-course cityscape street layouts.

The discipline originated in the United States in the late 1970s and was initially popularized by the ABC Wide World of Sports "Superbikers" show that featured the best dirt trackers, motocrossers and road racers of the time.

2015 AMA Supermoto National Championship Series

April 3-5: Adams Motorsports Park, Riverside, Calif.
May 29-30: Road America, Plymouth, Wis. Held in conjunction with MotoAmerica
June 19-21: New Hampshire, Loudon, N.H.
July 3-4: Colorado National Speedway, Denver, Colo. Held in conjunction with Nascar
Aug. 1-2: Sturgis City Park, Sturgis, S.D. During 75th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally*
Aug. 14-15: Miller Motorsports Park, Salt Lake City, Utah. Held in conjunction With AMA Pro Motocross
Sept. 18-20: Downtown Sturgis, Sturgis, S.D. Street race.
Nov. 6-8: Muscle Man Honda, Tucson, Ariz.

* Non-points-paying event

 

About the American Motorcyclist Association

 

Founded in 1924, the AMA is a not-for-profit member-based association whose mission is to promote the motorcycle lifestyle and protect the future of motorcycling. As the world's largest motorcycling rights and event sanctioning organization, the AMA advocates for riders' interests at all levels of government and sanctions thousands of competition and recreational events every year. The AMA also provides money-saving discounts on products and services for its members. Through the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Pickerington, Ohio, the AMA honors the heroes and heritage of motorcycling.

 

For more information, visit www.americanmotorcyclist.com.

Media contact: James Holter
Phone: (614) 856-1900, ext. 1280
E-mail: jholter@ama-cycle.org

AMA Releases Sporting Rules for Professional Road Racing Classes in MotoAmerica Series

AMA announces sporting rules for MotoAmerica

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- February 26, 2015 -- The American Motorcyclist Association has published the 2015 sporting regulations governing the professional road-racing classes for MotoAmerica, the new home of the AMA Superbike Series.

The sporting regulations cover race-day procedures, event operational standards, scheduling conventions and the qualifying process.

"A number of regulations and procedures were adopted from world-championship competition," said AMA Director of Competition Bill Cumbow. "This supports our goal of developing American riders to compete on the international level."

The sporting rules also were designed to create excitement for American road-racing fans.

"One element that fans will enjoy is the inclusion of Superpole for qualifying," said MotoAmerica Race Operations Manager Niccole Cox. "Superpole determines the top 20 grid positions in two 15-minute shootout sessions, adding another level of challenge to the Superbike and Superstock 1000 riders. The sporting regulations also allow for two Superbike/Superstock 1000 races on Sunday at select events."

 The rules are available at www.americanmotorcyclist.com/racing/roadracing/roadracingrules.aspx.

 

About MotoAmerica

 

MotoAmerica is the new North American road racing series created in 2014. MotoAmerica is an affiliate of KRAVE Group LLC, a partnership that includes three-time 500cc World Champion, two-time AMA Superbike Champion, and AMA Hall of Fame Inductee Wayne Rainey, ex-racer and former manager of Team Roberts Chuck Aksland, motorsports marketing executive Terry Karges, and businessman Richard Varner.

 

About the American Motorcyclist Association

 

Founded in 1924, the AMA is a not-for-profit member-based association whose mission is to promote the motorcycle lifestyle and protect the future of motorcycling. As the world's largest motorcycling rights and event sanctioning organization, the AMA advocates for riders' interests at all levels of government and sanctions thousands of competition and recreational events every year. The AMA also provides money-saving discounts on products and services for its members. Through the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Pickerington, Ohio, the AMA honors the heroes and heritage of motorcycling.

 

For more information, visit www.americanmotorcyclist.com.

Media contact: James Holter
Phone: (614) 856-1900, ext. 1280
E-mail: jholter@ama-cycle.org

Race Schedule Highlights from the AMA for 2015 Daytona Beach Bike Week March 6-15

Kick off your riding season at Daytona Beach Bike Week, March 6-15

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- February 19, 2015 -- For 74 years, Daytona Beach, Fla., has welcomed motorcyclists from around the country. This year riders will converge on the central Florida vacation hotspot between March 6-15 for 10 days of racing, rides and more to kick off the 2015 season.

Getting the action started is the first round of the 2015 GEICO AMA EnduroCross National Championship Series on Friday, March 6. For the first time ever, stars of one of motorcycle racing's most exciting shows will compete during Bike Week. The event will be held inside the Ocean Center, just a few miles from Daytona International Speedway. For tickets, see www.endurocross.com.

The following evening at the Speedway, Saturday, March 7, AMA Supercross will bring fans to their feet as stars Ryan Dungey, Ken Roczen, Trey Canard and more continue their battle for the AMA National No. 1 plate. The 250SX class will feature red-hot eastern regional competition. Ticket information is at www.daytonainternationalspeedway.com.

On Sunday, March 8, and Monday, March 9, the Ricky Carmichael Daytona Amateur Supercross returns to the Speedway for its sixth annual event. The biggest two-day amateur Supercross event on the planet features competition on the same track raced by the pros the night before. Information about the event is available at www.racedaytona.com.

Another top attraction, the first round of the AMSOIL Grand National Cross Country Series, an AMA National Championship, will be held at the Rodman Plantation in Palatka, Fla., on March 7-8. The two-day event will feature ATV racing on Saturday and motorcycle competition on Sunday. For tickets or to register to race, see www.gnccracing.com.

Dual sport and adventure riders will enjoy their fill of backcountry roads and trails at the Devil's Creek Dual Sport and Adventure Ride on March 7-8, in Brooksville, Fla. The AMA-sanctioned event is the first round of the Beta USA AMA National Dual Sport Series and the Yamaha Super Ténéré AMA National Adventure Riding Series. For information, see www.dixiedualsport.com.

Also taking place on March 7-8 is a two-day observed trials event held by the Florida Trials Association Motorcycle Club. The event is held in nearby Ocala, Fla., at the Hard Rock Motorcycle Park. For information, see www.floridatrials.net.

AMA Vintage Dirt Track National Championship Series competitors will get their season started on Saturday, March 7, in Savannah, Ga. The half-mile event takes place at Oglethorpe Speedway. The second round is Monday, March 9, in Barberville, Fla., at the Volusia Speedway Park half-mile track, and the third round is Tuesday, March 10, at the facility's short-track. All three rounds are promoted by Steve Nace Racing (www.stevenaceracing.com).

In addition, all three vintage dirt track rounds will include amateur dirt-track classes that will pay points toward AMA Major Event No. 1 plates. AMA Major Events and Series are premier AMA-sanctioned events that draw top racers from around the country.

Each round of the AMA Vintage Dirt Track National Championship Series also earns points for road riders participating in the 2015 AMA Vintage Grand Tour. Road riders participating in the grand tour earn points for spectating at AMA-sanctioned vintage races. It's free to register, and top points earners will win prizes. For a full list of dates and to register, see www.americanmotorcyclist.com/amavintagegrandtour.

In addition to the vintage and amateur events, the 2015 All-Star National Flat Track Series will take place Friday, March 6, in Oglethorpe and Sunday, March 8, in Volusia. Also promoted by Steve Nace Racing, the event will feature the sport's top amateurs and some pro class riders.

Also on March 8, amateur dirt trackers will have an opportunity to race on the Daytona Flat Track. Practice is at 11 a.m., with racing starting a half hour following practice. The event is promoted by Dave Joiner, and information is available at www.fastfridays.com.

The American Sportbike Racing Association will hold a round of the AMA-sanctioned ASRA Team Challenge Series on Sunday, March 8, at Roebling Road in Savannah, Ga. Then, on Friday and Saturday, March 13-14, the ASRA Sprint Series will take place at Daytona International Speedway. To sign up or to learn more information about competing with ASRA, see www.asraracing.com.

Pro ATV riders will get their turn on Daytona's Supercross track on Tuesday, March 10, with the 2015 ATV Supercross at Daytona. Featuring stars from the AMA Pro Racing Motocross National Championship, this inaugural event will use heat races and last chance qualifiers to seed the field of riders into a main event in each class. In addition to the pro classes, support classes are available for riders on 71cc machines up to amateur senior and vet classes. For tickets and class information, see www.atvmotocross.com.

The Daytona 200 Motorcycle Club will hold its annual AMA-sanctioned road run, the Alligator Mystery Tour, on Wednesday, March 11, in Daytona Beach. Founded in May 1943, the Daytona 200 MC is one of Florida's oldest established motorcycle clubs and recognized as Florida's oldest continually operating motorcycle club. The Alligator Mystery Tour is a guided ride through parts of Florida that most never see. Registration starts at 9:30 a.m. The $15 fee covers lunch. Learn more at www.daytona200mc.com.

On Thursday, March 12, the famed Alligator Enduro will be held in Ormond Beach, Fla. The 65-mile course is celebrating its 65th year in 2015. The enduro is running a restart format for 2015. For information, see www.floridatrailriders.org.

Dirt track competition reaches its pinnacle on Thursday and Friday, March 12-13, when the Daytona Flat Track will feature some of the closest two-wheel racing action fans will ever witness. AMA Pro Racing Flat Track's stars will thunder around the Daytona Flat Track located outside the Speedway's Turns 1 and 2. Get your tickets at www.daytonainternationalspeedway.com.

The second round of the AMSOIL Grand National Cross Country Series will take place on Saturday and Sunday, March 14-15, at Aonia Pass Motocross Park in Washington, Ga. It also will feature ATV racing on Saturday and motorcycle competition on Sunday.

The activities at Daytona Beach are just a fraction of the thousands and rides and races organized by AMA-chartered clubs and promoters each year. The best riding and racing events are part of the AMA calendar. To find an event near you, see the AMA website at www.americanmotorcyclist.com and search all events.

About the American Motorcyclist Association

 

Founded in 1924, the AMA is a not-for-profit member-based association whose mission is to promote the motorcycle lifestyle and protect the future of motorcycling. As the world's largest motorcycling rights and event sanctioning organization, the AMA advocates for riders' interests at all levels of government and sanctions thousands of competition and recreational events every year. The AMA also provides money-saving discounts on products and services for its members. Through the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Pickerington, Ohio, the AMA honors the heroes and heritage of motorcycling.

 

For more information, visit www.americanmotorcyclist.com.

Media contact: James Holter
Phone: (614) 856-1900, ext. 1280
E-mail: jholter@ama-cycle.org

2015 AMA Vintage Dirt Track National Championship Season Kicks Off on March 7 in Savannah, Rounds in Volusia, Indy & Springfield Among Stops Again This Season

Vintage dirt-track competitors chase titles in AMA Vintage Dirt Track National Championship Series

Recognition acknowledges outstanding motorcyclists

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- February 9, 2015 -- Competitors in the most American of motorsports, vintage motorcycle dirt-track racing, will launch their campaigns for AMA National No. 1 plates on March 7 in Savannah, Ga., with the start of the 14-round 2015 AMA Vintage Dirt Track National Championship Series.

"From the early days of the 20th Century, racers have been battling for glory on America's dirt ovals, and the AMA Vintage Dirt Track National Championship Series keeps this time-honored sport alive," said AMA Track Racing Manager Ken Saillant. "The history of American motorcycling was written by companies who challenged each other for dirt-track racing supremacy, in both original factory Class-A competition in the 1920s and the Class-C production-based format that continues today."

The AMA Vintage Dirt Track National Championship Series recognizes national champions in period-correct classes that reflect the storied history of AMA dirt-track competition. Class winners are honored at the annual AMA Championship Banquet, which recognizes national champions in all amateur racing disciplines.

Class rules and equipment regulations are available at www.americanmotorcyclist.com/racing/rules/. The full series schedule is below.

The first three rounds of the 2015 AMA Vintage National Dirt Track Championship Series run in conjunction with the AMA-sanctioned amateur dirt-track program that has grown up around Daytona Bike Week.

Following Bike Week, the 14-round series travels through Illinois, North Carolina, New York, Ohio, Indiana and Wisconsin before returning to New York for the Sept. 26-27 finale in Cuddebackville, N.Y.

2015 AMA Vintage Dirt Track National Championship Series

Round 1: March 7
Oglethorpe Speedway, Savannah, Ga.
Half Mile
Steve Nace Racing
(270) 442-7532
snace@apex.net
www.stevenaceracing.com

Round 2: March 9
Volusia County Speedway, Barberville, Fla.
Half Mile
Steve Nace Racing
(270) 442-7532
snace@apex.net
www.stevenaceracing.com

Round 3: March 10
Volusia County Speedway, Barberville, Fla.
Short Track
Steve Nace Racing
(270) 442-7532
snace@apex.net
www.stevenaceracing.com

Round 4: May 2
Henry, Ill.
Half Mile
Steve Nace Racing
(270) 442-7532
snace@apex.net
www.stevenaceracing.com

Round 5: May 9
Tar Heel Speedway, Tar Heel, N.C.
Short Track
Tar Heel Speedway
(910) 258-2272
tarheelspeedway@yahoo.com

Round 6: May 10
Tar Heel Speedway, Tar Heel, N.C.
Short Track
Tar Heel Speedway
(910) 258-2272
tarheelspeedway@yahoo.com

Round 7: June 12
Harpursville, N.Y.
Short Track
Square Deal Riders
(607) 725-3069
williamsracing12@yahoo.com
www.squaredealriders.com

Round 8: June 13
Harpursville, N.Y.
Short Track
Square Deal Riders
(607) 725-3069
williamsracing12@yahoo.com
www.squaredealriders.com

Round 9: July 11
Ashland County Fairgrounds, Ashland, Ohio
Half Mile
AMA Racing
(800) 262-5646
ksaillant@ama-cycle.org
www.americanmotorcyclist.com

Round 10: Aug. 8
Marion County Fairgrounds, Indianapolis, Ind.
Short Track
Mid-America Speedway
(317) 871-4392
info@midamericaspeedway.com
www.midamspeedway.com

Round 11: Aug. 29
Oshkosh Speedway, Oshkosh, Wis.
Three-Eighth Mile
Southeastern Short Trackers
(414) 303-1331
www.dairylandclassic.com

Round 12: Sept. 5
Illinois State Fairgrounds, Springfield, Ill.
Short Track
Steve Nace Racing
(270) 442-7532
snace@apex.net
www.stevenaceracing.com

Round 13: Sept. 26
Cuddebackville, N.Y.
Short Track
Tri-State M/C Ltd.
(845) 566-4956
www.tristateclub.com

Round 14: Sept. 27
Cuddebackville, N.Y.
Short Track
Tri-State M/C Ltd.
(845) 566-4956
www.tristateclub.com

About the American Motorcyclist Association

 

Founded in 1924, the AMA is a not-for-profit member-based association whose mission is to promote the motorcycle lifestyle and protect the future of motorcycling. As the world's largest motorcycling rights and event sanctioning organization, the AMA advocates for riders' interests at all levels of government and sanctions thousands of competition and recreational events every year. The AMA also provides money-saving discounts on products and services for its members. Through the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Pickerington, Ohio, the AMA honors the heroes and heritage of motorcycling.

 

For more information, visit www.americanmotorcyclist.com.

Media contact: James Holter
Phone: (614) 856-1900, ext. 1280
E-mail: jholter@ama-cycle.org