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AMA Congratulates Champions and Special Award Winners from 2026 AMA Ice Race Grand Championship

Three outstanding racers excel during weekend of competition in Sumner, Mich. Photo Credit: Josh Cline PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Feb. 19, 2026) — The American Motorcyclist Association extends its congratulations to class champions and special award winners at the AMA Ice Race Grand Championship, which ran at the Leisure Lake Family Campground in Sumner, Mich. Hosted by

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Turn 14 Distribution Returns as Presenting Sponsor of 2026 Permco AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days

Turn 14 serves as VMD presenting sponsor for second consecutive year Photo Credit: Turn 14 Distribution PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Feb. 18, 2026) — Turn 14 Distribution, a nationally-recognized performance warehouse distributor, will return as the presenting sponsor of the 2026 Permco AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days for the second consecutive year. Running July 24-26 at the Mid-Ohio

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AMA Press Releases Hall of Fame News

AMA Mourns Passing of AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer George Barber

Photo Credit: Chris Stanford PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Feb. 17, 2026) — The American Motorcyclist Association is saddened to learn of the passing of AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer George Barber, who passed away at 85 years old. Founder of the prestigious Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum in Birmingham, Ala., home to the world’s largest collection of historic motorcycles,

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AMA Press Releases News Riding

AMA Announces Schedule for Beta AMA National Dual Sport Series

Series to feature 18 exciting riding events that span the country PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Feb. 9, 2026) — The American Motorcyclist Association announced the schedule for the 2026 Beta AMA National Dual-Sport Series, which will feature 18 outstanding recreational riding events hosted by AMA charter organizations. With events in Florida, California, Pennsylvania and several other states

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AMA Press Releases Membership News

AMA Announces 2026 Member Sweepstakes Prizes

AMA-negotiated program offers comprehensive liability coverage for chartered organizers PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Feb. 4, 2026) — The American Motorcyclist Association announced the new slate of prizes for the 2026 AMA Member Sweepstakes. Members who join — or renew — their membership within the calendar year are automatically entered into the annual AMA Member Sweepstakes and have

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AMA Press Releases News Racing Riding

American Motorcyclist Association Secures Insurance Availability for AMA-Sanctioned Racing and Riding Events

AMA-negotiated program offers comprehensive liability coverage for chartered organizers PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Jan. 29, 2026) — The American Motorcyclist Association announces the availability of liability insurance for AMA-sanctioned competition and recreational events for the insurance cycle running Jan. 30, 2026, through Jan. 29, 2027. Policies in the AMA’s preferred insurance program will be underwritten by Ren

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AMA Press Releases News Rights

Knox County Votes to Keep Bat Nest Road Open for Public Use

AMA and BDR joint efforts help keep popular dual-sport/adventure route open to motorcyclists and enthusiasts PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Jan. 29, 2026) — The American Motorcyclist Association applauds the recent decision by the Knox County Commissioners Office to keep Bat Nest Road in Knox County, Ohio, open for public use. Working in conjunction with Backcountry Discovery Routes

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AMA Press Releases Membership News

AMA Announces New Additions to Member Deals and Discounts Benefits for 2026

PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Jan. 28, 2026) — The American Motorcyclist Association announces new additions to its Deals and Discounts member benefit program, which provides AMA members with access to exclusive discounts to some of motorcycling’s leading brands. With AMA Deals and Discounts, AMA members can save on a wide range of motorcycle-related products and services. With

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All Balls Racing Joins as Presenting Sponsor of AMA Flat Track Grand Championship

Photo Credit: Addie Costan PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Jan. 23, 2026) — All Balls Racing will be the presenting sponsor of the Roof Systems AMA Flat Track Grand Championship, which will celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2026. Running July 5-10 at the iconic Du Quoin State Fairgrounds in Du Quoin, Ill., the Roof Systems AMA Flat Track

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Tom Umphress Named Chair of AMA Board of Directors

Russ Ehnes to serve as Vice Chair moving forward Photo Courtesy of Tom Umphress PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Jan. 21, 2026) — The American Motorcyclist Association announced that longtime AMA Board Member, and previous Vice Chair, Tom Umphress of Jordan, Minn., was elected chairman at the January board meeting.   With Umphress moving into the role, previous

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