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American Motorcyclist Association Thanks American Veterans for Their Service, Sacrifice

The American Motorcyclist Association extends its gratitude this Veterans Day, Nov. 11, to the U.S. military servicemen and servicewomen for the sacrifices they have made while preserving American freedom.

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Did You Know? Ten Facts About Road Racer Wes Cooley

Road racer Wes Cooley was a driving force behind the increased popularity of AMA Superbike racing while on his way to earning two Superbike championships, in 1979 and 1980. Here are a few facts you may not know about Cooley, who was inducted into the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in 2004. Cooley’s name is

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Ride and Find History at Mississippi’s Trace State Park

Imagine riding trails in woods once roamed by famous pioneer Davy Crockett. Or taking a break from your ride to visit the birthplace of Elvis Presley. You can do both if ride at Trace State Park near Tupelo, Miss. Trace State Park, 9 miles west of Tupelo on Highway 6 in northeastern Mississippi, offers 25

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AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Everett Brashear Passes

Everett Brashear, one of the top AMA flat-track racers in the 1950s, died Oct. 29 in Los Angeles, Calif. He was 93. Between 1952 and 1960, Mr. Brashear won 15 AMA flat-track nationals and dozens of regional races. He was inducted into the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in 1998.

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Tips for Storing Your Motorcycle During Winter Months

When the time comes to store your motorcycle for the winter, here are a few steps to take to make sure your ride will fire up in the spring.

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Motorcycling is Better Because of These Products

If you have been riding motorcycles for a while, you probably have purchased apparel and gear that has made the two-wheel experience more pleasurable, even in poor weather conditions. If you are relatively new to motorcycling, here are a few items that should be on your short list.

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AMA Apparel Makes Great Holiday Gifts

With the holidays just around the corner, now is a great time to check out AMA T-shirts and other apparel available at amagear.com. Do you like a little extra room? The AMA has sizes to fit you and your motorcycle-riding friends. If you need a smaller size, the AMA has you covered, too.

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AMA News & Notes: November 2020

AMA News & Notes is a monthly publication compiled and edited by the American Motorcyclist Association, designed to inform motorcyclists of rights-related issues and events in the United States and around the world.

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Gabriel Da Silva Wins 2020 Nicky Hayden AMA Road Race Horizon Award

Gabriel DaSilva was named the 2020 Nicky Hayden AMA Road Race Horizon Award winner, one of four riders to receive AMA Racing Awards at the 2020 AMA Road Race Grand Championship on Oct. 25 at Barber Motorsports Park in Birmingham, Ala.

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AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Babe DeMay Passes

Cyriel "Babe" DeMay, an AMA Grand National competitor who raced from the early 1950s to the late 1960s before becoming a leading tuner and team owner on the AMA Grand National circuit, died Oct. 26 at his home in Rossville, Tenn. He was 88.

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