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Roof Systems Returns as Title Sponsor of 2026 AMA Flat Track Grand Championship

Photo Credit: Addie Costan PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Jan. 14, 2026) — For the second-straight year, Roof Systems will be the title sponsor of the AMA Flat Track Grand Championship, which will run July 5-10 at the iconic Du Quoin State Fairgrounds in Du Quoin, Ill. Located in Dallas, Texas, Roof Systems is a family-owned and professionally

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2026 AMA Ice Race Grand Championship to Run Feb. 7-8

Leisure Lake Family Campground in Sumner, Mich., to host Photo Credit: Jen Muecke PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Jan. 12, 2026) — The AMA Ice Race Grand Championship will run Feb. 7-8 at the Leisure Lake Family Campground in Sumner, Mich., with two days jam-packed with racing across a number of classes. “We look forward to getting up

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Tomac Goes Wire-to-Wire in Anaheim

Max Anstie opens 250SX West title chase with a win Photo Credit: Jeff Kardas The 2026 AMA Supercross season kicked off on Saturday, Jan. 10, and the veteran Eli Tomac stood above the rest at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, Calif. Leading every lap of the season opener in Anaheim, the Red Bull KTM Factory Racing

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Film Trailer Released for the Montana Backcountry Discovery Route Project

Photo Credit: Miguel Santana SEATTLE (Jan. 9, 2026) — Backcountry Discovery Routes® (BDR®), the non-profit organization dedicated to creating and preserving off-highway riding opportunities for adventure and dual-sport motorcyclists, has released the official trailer for its newest route, the Montana Backcountry Discovery Route (MTBDR). The full-length expedition documentary will make its world premiere during the

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Discounted Tickets for 2026 Permco AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days Now on Sale for AMA Members

Swap meet booths also available to previous purchasers Photo Credit: Mariah Lacy PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Jan. 7, 2026) — Scheduled for July 24-26 at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio, Permco AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days is the country’s biggest and best vintage motorcycling event, and AMA members can get ahead of the curve as discounted

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AMA Mourns the Passing of AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Sen. Ben Nighthorse Campbell

PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Jan. 7, 2025) — The American Motorcyclist Association offers its condolences to the friends and family of longtime senator and AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Ben Nighthorse Campbell, who passed away on Dec. 30, 2025, at 92 years old. A staunch advocate for motorcycling and motorcyclist rights at the national level, Campbell was

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AMA Looks Back on 2025 and Turns Attention Toward America 250 Celebration in 2026

AMA enjoyed another year filled with motorcycling milestones and sets its sights on celebrating America’s 250th anniversary PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Dec. 30, 2025) — With 2025 nearly in the rearview mirror, the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) wishes its members and riders around the country a happy and joyous new year. In 2025, the AMA enjoyed another

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AMA Announces Dates and Locations for 2026 Road to the Roof Systems AMA Flat Track Grand Championship

Participating racers to earn five points toward championship standings at AMA Flat Track Grand Championship Photo Credit: Addie Costan PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Dec. 19, 2025) — With the 50th anniversary of the Roof Systems AMA Flat Track Grand Championship presented by All Balls Racing to be held in 2026, the American Motorcyclist Association announced the addition

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AMA Celebrates International Accomplishments at FIM Awards in Switzerland

Several Americans honored for competitive efforts across the globe PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Dec. 18, 2025) — The Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme hosted its end-of-year award ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 6, in Lausanne, Switzerland, and the AMA had representatives on hand while a number of Americans were honored for their racing prowess on the international stage. AMA President

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Mathew Grynwald Named 2025 AMA Motorcyclist of the Year

AMA recognizes a trio of outstanding motorcyclists with AMA Board of Directors Awards PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Dec. 16, 2025) — The American Motorcyclist Association congratulates the 2025 AMA Motorcyclist of the Year, Mathew Grynwald, who played a significant role in the efforts to pass an inherent risk law in Texas in 2025. “Mathew Grynwald’s selfless work

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