AMA Press Releases News

AMA Wishes All Fathers a Happy Father’s Day

An AMA membership is a value-packed Father’s Day gift PICKERINGTON, Ohio — The American Motorcyclist Association wishes families across the country a happy Father’s Day and reminds sons and daughters of the value of a gift AMA membership. Father’s Day is Sunday, June 21. “There are many fathers across the county who ride motorcycles and

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AMA Press Releases Hall of Fame News

AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Reopening June 22

The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame, closed to visitors since March 20 in compliance with Ohio's coordinated response to the coronavirus pandemic, will reopen on Monday, June 22, for the enjoyment of fans and students of motorcycling history.

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AMA Press Releases News Riding

Honda Becomes Title Sponsor for AMA National Adventure Riding Series

Honda, one of the world's premier motorcycle manufacturers, is the title sponsor for the 2020 Honda AMA National Adventure Riding Series, presented by Yuasa Battery.

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AMA Press Releases Membership News

AMA Members Receive 20 Percent Discount on Blendzall Racing Lubricants

PICKERINGTON, Ohio — AMA members receive a 20 percent discount on Blendzall racing lubricants, including Blendzall's castor racing blends that have been used in many championship-winning motorcycles.

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Events News

Sturgis Motorcycle Rally Still Set for Aug. 7-16

Businesses pledge to move forward, even if town will not More than 50 businesses in the Sturgis, S.D., area pledged to host the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally on Aug. 7-16, even if the city council opts out of supporting the event. The City Council and city manager apparently were mulling over canceling the event because of

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News Riding

What Made Harley-Davidson’s VR1000 So Cool?

One of the most memorable Superbikes to ever take part in AMA road races has to be the Harley-Davidson VR1000, which the company unleashed on the high banks of Daytona in 1994. It’s memorable, not just for its unique paint job and new engine, but also for the racers who rode it, including future AMA

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News Riding

Tips for Riding Your New or New-to-You Street Bike

It’s pretty exciting getting a new bike, whether it’s a brand-spankin’ new machine from a dealership or a used bike from a private party. But there are a few steps you should take before you ride away after handing over your cash. First, make sure you know where all the controls are, that the fluids

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AMA Press Releases News Racing

2020 AMA Hillclimb Grand Championship Canceled Due to Coronavirus Restrictions

PICKERINGTON, Ohio — Due to local health department restrictions related to the coronavirus pandemic, the 2020 AMA Hillclimb Grand Championship has been canceled. Continue Reading

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AMA Press Releases Membership News

AMA Charter Life Member Wins Motorcycle in 2019 Beta AMA National Dual Sport Series, Presented By Kenda Tires

PICKERINGTON, Ohio — AMA Charter Life Member Jay Williamson of Hanna City, Ill., is the grand prize winner of a new Beta motorcycle, thanks to his participation in the 2019 Buffaloe 500 hosted by Stoney Lonesome MC, a stop on the Beta AMA National Dual Sport Series.

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News Riding

Ride Colorado’s Hahn’s Peak

There are plenty of places to ride off-highway vehicles in Colorado. One of the best is the Hahn’s Peak trail system in the Routt National Forest, with elevations ranging from 8,000 to 10,000 feet above sea level. The system is in the North Central part of the state, about 25 miles north of Steamboat Springs

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