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2025 AMA Racing, Organizer and Volunteer Awards Announced

Photo Credit: Mariah Lacy PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Jan. 20, 2026) — The American Motorcyclist Association enjoyed another outstanding year of racing and recreational riding, with several individuals and groups standing out as worthy of the 2025 AMA Racing, Organizer and Volunteer Awards. These awards recognize excellent individuals and groups that helped maintain a thriving competitive and

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AMA Mourns the Passing of AMA Hall of Famer Steve Wise

PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Jan. 16, 2026) — The American Motorcyclist Association is devastated by the sudden passing of AMA Hall of Famer Steve Wise, and offers sincere condolences to his family and friends. He was 68 years old. One of the most multi-talented riders in the history of motorcycle competition, Wise is the only racer in

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Hub Brennan Re-Elected to AMA Board of Directors

Brennan to continue to represent the Northeast Region on the AMA Board of Directors; Clif Koontz maintains board seat in the Southwest Region PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Jan. 16, 2026) — Incumbent AMA Board Member Hub Brennan of East Greenwich, R.I., will remain in his seat as a representative of the Northeast Region, prevailing in the recent

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Roof Systems Returns as Title Sponsor of 2026 AMA Flat Track Grand Championship

Photo Credit: Addie Costan PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Jan. 14, 2026) — For the second-straight year, Roof Systems will be the title sponsor of the AMA Flat Track Grand Championship, which will run July 5-10 at the iconic Du Quoin State Fairgrounds in Du Quoin, Ill. Located in Dallas, Texas, Roof Systems is a family-owned and professionally

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2026 AMA Ice Race Grand Championship to Run Feb. 7-8

Leisure Lake Family Campground in Sumner, Mich., to host Photo Credit: Jen Muecke PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Jan. 12, 2026) — The AMA Ice Race Grand Championship will run Feb. 7-8 at the Leisure Lake Family Campground in Sumner, Mich., with two days jam-packed with racing across a number of classes. “We look forward to getting up

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Discounted Tickets for 2026 Permco AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days Now on Sale for AMA Members

Swap meet booths also available to previous purchasers Photo Credit: Mariah Lacy PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Jan. 7, 2026) — Scheduled for July 24-26 at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio, Permco AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days is the country’s biggest and best vintage motorcycling event, and AMA members can get ahead of the curve as discounted

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AMA Mourns the Passing of AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Sen. Ben Nighthorse Campbell

PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Jan. 7, 2025) — The American Motorcyclist Association offers its condolences to the friends and family of longtime senator and AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Ben Nighthorse Campbell, who passed away on Dec. 30, 2025, at 92 years old. A staunch advocate for motorcycling and motorcyclist rights at the national level, Campbell was

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AMA Looks Back on 2025 and Turns Attention Toward America 250 Celebration in 2026

AMA enjoyed another year filled with motorcycling milestones and sets its sights on celebrating America’s 250th anniversary PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Dec. 30, 2025) — With 2025 nearly in the rearview mirror, the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) wishes its members and riders around the country a happy and joyous new year. In 2025, the AMA enjoyed another

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American Motorcyclist Association Welcomes Willy Browning as Motocross Manager

Longtime staple of Ohio motocross community and former pro to lead AMA amateur motocross program Photo Credit: Willie Browning PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Dec. 29, 2025) — The American Motorcyclist Association has hired Willy Browning as Motocross Manager, where he will work with rules commissions, manage chartered promoter relationships and develop programs to advance the sport. “Willy

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AMA Announces Dates and Locations for 2026 Road to the Roof Systems AMA Flat Track Grand Championship

Participating racers to earn five points toward championship standings at AMA Flat Track Grand Championship Photo Credit: Addie Costan PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Dec. 19, 2025) — With the 50th anniversary of the Roof Systems AMA Flat Track Grand Championship presented by All Balls Racing to be held in 2026, the American Motorcyclist Association announced the addition

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