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Throttling Risk

Motorcycling is fun, thrilling and, yes, risky. Those who organize motorcycling events, the smart ones, at least, look for a way to transfer that risk. They do that with insurance. One option exclusively for AMA-chartered organizers is the AMA insurance program. It is competitive and comprehensive, but it has a price. Every year, the AMA,

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May is AMA Take a Kid Dirt Biking Month!

The AMA encourages kids to get out and ride this month Photo Credit: Palmyra Racing Association PICKERINGTON, Ohio (May 2, 2025) — The American Motorcyclist Association is pleased to announce the return of the annual AMA Take a Kid Dirt Biking Month, a nationwide campaign to cultivate the next generation of riders by getting America’s youth

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May is Motorcycle Awareness Month

AMA celebrates the freedom of motorcycling while reminding riders to use caution this riding season PICKERINGTON, Ohio (May 1, 2025) — With May serving as the unofficial start to riding season, the American Motorcyclist Association reminds motorists to keep an eye out for motorcycles and extend courtesy to riders this Motorcycle Awareness Month. Motorcycle Awareness

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Golden Eagles MC to Celebrate Diamond Anniversary

Tampa, Fla., club to hold poker run April 5 to recognize 75 years  Photos Courtesy of Golden Eagles MC For the last 75 years, Golden Eagles Motorcycle Club has been a staple of Tampa, Fla., and the motorcycling community, and to celebrate, the club is hosting their GEMC 75th Anniversary Poker Run on Saturday, April

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AMA Kicks Off 2025 AMA National Gypsy Tour

Announces the full schedule of events for the year PICKERINGTON, Ohio (March 14, 2025) — The 2025 AMA National Gypsy Tour kicked off with Daytona Bike Week in Daytona Beach, Fla., on Feb. 28-March 9, with a full slate of unique and exciting events for motorcyclists across the country to follow. With more than 100

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American Motorcyclist Association Connects AMA-Chartered Organizers with Industry-Leading Motorcycle Event Insurance

Photo Credit: Jeff Kardas PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Jan. 29, 2025) — The American Motorcyclist Association announces the availability of liability insurance for AMA-sanctioned competition and recreation events for the new insurance cycle, which runs Jan. 30 through Jan. 31, 2026. Policies in the AMA’s preferred insurance program will be written by Ren Specialty Insurance. Forms and

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AMA Partners With Biketoberfest® Ahead of Event’s 32nd Annual Rally

Four-day event scheduled Oct. 17-20 in Daytona Beach, Fla. Photo Credit: Daytona Beach Convention and Visitors Bureau PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Aug. 27, 2024) — The American Motorcyclist Association is adding a new stop to its annual AMA Gypsy Tour: Biketoberfest® in Daytona Beach, Fla, which runs Oct. 17-20 this year. “Biketoberfest® is a fall staple for

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May is Motorcycle Awareness Month

AMA urges motorists to use increased caution during motorcycle riding season PICKERINGTON, Ohio (May 3, 2024) — As more riders return to the open road, the American Motorcyclist Association reminds motorists to look for motorcycles and extend courtesy to their two-wheeled counterparts this Motorcycle Awareness Month. May heralds the unofficial start of the summer travel

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HOLY TOLEDO!

Toledo Trail Riders step up to improve safety at local state forest APV area April 30, 2024 (This story appeared in the May 2024 edition of American Motorcyclist) By Keaton Maisano Unlike in the comics, no caped crusader — accompanied by a “Holy Toledo” quipping sidekick — swooped in to save the day when tragedy

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Triumph Announced as Title Sponsor of AMA National Adventure Riding Series

PICKERINGTON, Ohio (April 18, 2024) —The American Motorcyclist Association proudly announces Triumph Motorcycles as the title sponsor for the 2024 AMA National Adventure Riding Series. Established in 1887 in Coventry, England, Triumph has evolved into one of the world’s premier motorcycle manufacturers, renowned for its commitment to crafting high quality motorcycles. The partnership between Triumph

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