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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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News Racing

Tomac Trifecta

Haiden Deegan digs out fifth consecutive win in 250SX West class Photo Credit: Jeff Kardas Seattle’s Lumen Field served as the backdrop for a clash of AMA Supercross 450SX defending champion Cooper Webb and 2026 title hopeful Eli Tomac. Although Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing’s Webb took the holeshot and led for the first 13

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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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News Racing

Roczen and Rollin’ in Glendale

Deegan maintains dominance in 250SX West class with wire-to-wire win Photo Credit: Jeff Kardas For the fourth time in five rounds of the 2026 AMA Supercross season, a new victor in the 450SX class stood atop the podium on Saturday, Feb. 7. This time around, it was Progressive Insurance Cycle Gear Suzuki Team rider Ken

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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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News Racing

Webb’s Title Defense Gains Steam with Win in Houston

Deegan dominates en route to third consecutive in 250SX West title chase Photo Credit: Jeff Kardas Defending AMA Supercross 450SX champion Cooper Webb was in desperate need of a spark to get back into the hunt for a second-consecutive championship when he entered NRG Stadium on Saturday, Jan. 31. Shaking off his early-season lull, The

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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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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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