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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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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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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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AMA Announces New Additions to Member Deals and Discounts Benefits for 2026

PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Jan. 28, 2026) — The American Motorcyclist Association announces new additions to its Deals and Discounts member benefit program, which provides AMA members with access to exclusive discounts to some of motorcycling’s leading brands. With AMA Deals and Discounts, AMA members can save on a wide range of motorcycle-related products and services. With

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Sexton Surges to First Kawasaki Win

Deegan powers his way to his second consecutive win in the 250SX West class Photo Credit: Jeff Kardas Chase Sexton earned his first victory for Monster Energy Kawasaki on Saturday, Jan. 24, at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, Calif., ending Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Eli Tomac’s early-season winning streak. After Tomac claimed the first two

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All Balls Racing Joins as Presenting Sponsor of AMA Flat Track Grand Championship

Photo Credit: Addie Costan PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Jan. 23, 2026) — All Balls Racing will be the presenting sponsor of the Roof Systems AMA Flat Track Grand Championship, which will celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2026. Running July 5-10 at the iconic Du Quoin State Fairgrounds in Du Quoin, Ill., the Roof Systems AMA Flat Track

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Tom Umphress Named Chair of AMA Board of Directors

Russ Ehnes to serve as Vice Chair moving forward Photo Courtesy of Tom Umphress PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Jan. 21, 2026) — The American Motorcyclist Association announced that longtime AMA Board Member, and previous Vice Chair, Tom Umphress of Jordan, Minn., was elected chairman at the January board meeting.   With Umphress moving into the role, previous

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2025 AMA Racing, Organizer and Volunteer Awards Announced

Photo Credit: Mariah Lacy PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Jan. 20, 2026) — The American Motorcyclist Association enjoyed another outstanding year of racing and recreational riding, with several individuals and groups standing out as worthy of the 2025 AMA Racing, Organizer and Volunteer Awards. These awards recognize excellent individuals and groups that helped maintain a thriving competitive and

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Back-to-Back Wins from Tomac

Deegan claims his first victory of the season in the 250SX West Class Photo Credit: Jeff Kardas Eli Tomac continued his early-season stretch of brilliance on Saturday, Jan. 17, earning his second-consecutive win at Round 2 of the AMA Supercross Season in San Diego. Since joining Red Bull KTM Factory Racing during the offseason, Tomac

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