Americade 2020 is Canceled
Americade, the motorcycle touring rally and a Lake George tradition of nearly 40 years, will not take place this summer, Americade organizer Christian Dutcher announced
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Powersports Veteran Larry Little Retires After Decades of Key Industry Posts
- by Jim Witters
- July 2, 2020
The following is an industry press release … Larry Little is retiring after more than 40 years and a variety of important work in the powersports industry – from publishing, to consulting, to co-founding the American International Motorcycle Expo, to volunteer work for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation, plus a long record of service with
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2020 Monster Energy AMA Supercross 250SX East Results Finalized
- by Matthew Miles
- July 1, 2020
Following the Monster Energy AMA Supercross 250SX East/West Showdown Main Event on June 21 at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, a protest regarding fuel was filed against the race winner, GEICO Honda team rider Chase Sexton.
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American Motorcyclist Association Asks Motorists, Motorcyclists to Use Caution During Independence Day Weekend
- by Jim Witters
- July 1, 2020
As communities across the nation prepare to celebrate U.S. Independence Day this coming weekend, the American Motorcyclist Association asks road users to exercise good judgment, operate their vehicles defensively and avoid distracted or impaired driving so everyone can enjoy a fun and safe July 4th holiday.
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AMA News & Notes: July 2020
- by Jim Witters
- July 1, 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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How to Cope with Hot Weather Riding
- by Jim Witters
- June 29, 2020
With the hot sun beating down on a geared-up rider or passenger, it’s easy to start suffering from heat stroke. The first step in dealing with the problem is recognizing the symptoms. Basically, when you stop having to go to the bathroom or when you stop sweating, you’re already in trouble. Watch also for rapid
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Ride Michigan’s Bull Gap Trail
- by Jim Witters
- June 29, 2020
If you’ve ever gone trail riding in Michigan you know that there are thousands of miles of trails. Among the best is the Bull Gap Trail near the town of Mio, which has a population of about 1,800, in the north-central Lower Peninsula. Not only does the trail system feature more than 115 miles of
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Fun Facts About Former Road Racer John Kocinski
- by Jim Witters
- June 29, 2020
John Kocinski is a three-time AMA 250cc road racing champion who went to Europe to battle in the World Superbike and MotoGP wars. He upheld American honor by earning two World Superbike championships. Here are a few fun facts about Kocinski, who was inducted into the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in 2015.
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Eli Tomac Wins His First AMA Supercross Title
- by Jim Witters
- June 25, 2020
The past several AMA Supercross seasons, Eli Tomac has come up just short of winning the 450SX Class title. But this season, the 27-year-old Monster Energy Kawasaki Team rider got the job done. Tomac, the three-time and reigning AMA Pro Motocross 450MX champion, claimed top honors in AMA Supercross’ premier class, finishing the season 25
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AMA Recognizes 2020 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Champions and Award Winners
- by Matthew Miles
- June 24, 2020
Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, presented AMA National No. 1 plates to Eli Tomac, Dylan Ferrandis and Chase Sexton this past weekend at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City.