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South Carolina Becomes Latest State to Pass Right to Race Law

Photo Credit: Jeff Kardas PICKERINGTON, Ohio (May 20, 2026) — South Carolina became the fourth state to sign Right to Race legislation into law after Gov. Henry McMaster (R) signed H. 4706 on Tuesday, May 19. This recent development from South Carolina further signals the growing momentum behind Right to Race bills. The American Motorcyclist

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June Issue of American Motorcyclist Features In-Depth Interview with Congressman Tim Walberg

A lifelong rider, Walberg serves as motorcycling’s greatest ally on Capitol Hill PICKERINGTON, Ohio (May 18, 2026) — Hitting AMA member mailboxes starting today, the June 2026 issue of American Motorcyclist features an exclusive feature story and interview with U.S. Rep. Tim Walberg, the Chair of the Congressional Motorcycle Caucus and motorcycling’s most noteworthy supporter

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All Balls Racing Signs on as Swap Meet and Racing Sponsor for AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days

Aftermarket powersports leader deepens partnership with AMA ahead of July event at Mid-Ohio Photo Credit: Mariah Lacy and Kevin Wing PICKERINGTON, Ohio (May 18, 2026) — All Balls Racing will return as a major sponsor of Permco AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days presented by Turn 14 Distribution, backing both the swap meet and racing programs at

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Maryland Adds Mandatory Motorcycle Awareness Questioning to Driver’s Exam

Photo Credit: Jeff Kardas PICKERINGTON, Ohio (May 15, 2026) — Signed into law by Gov. Wes Moore (D) on May 12, Maryland Senate Bill 68 requires the state’s Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) to include at least one question related to motorcycle awareness in the state’s driver’s license exam. This law was introduced by Sen. Nick

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AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Announces Class of 2026 Nominees

Voting is now open to determine the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Class of 2026 Photo Credit: AMA Archives PICKERINGTON, Ohio (May 13, 2026) — The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame has announced 16 nominees for the Hall of Fame Class of 2026, and voting has officially opened to select the members of the class.

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AMA Distributes Sound Meter Kits to Four Clubs as Part of Organization’s Sound Meter Program

AMA Sound Meter Program aims to raise awareness regarding sound issues that impact the motorcycle community Photo Credit: AMA Archives PICKERINGTON, Ohio (May 12, 2026) — In an effort to combat unjust sound ordinances and sound-related discrimination, the American Motorcyclist Association has distributed sound meter kits to four of its chartered clubs as part of

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Three-Time World Champion Freddie Spencer Named Grand Marshal of 2026 Permco AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days

Photo Credit: AMA Archive PICKERINGTON, Ohio (May 12, 2026) — Three-time world road racing champion “Fast Freddie” Spencer, one of the most iconic road racers in American motorcycling history, will serve as the grand marshal of the 2026 Permco AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days presented by Turn 14 Distribution. A 1999 AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame

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AMA Congratulates 2026 AMA Supercross Champions

Ken Roczen earns first-career 450 AMA Supercross Championship, Haiden Deegan and Cole Davies win 250 West and East classes, respectively Photo Credit: Ryne Swanberg PICKERINGTON, Ohio (May 10, 2026) — After another outstanding season of racing, the American Motorcyclist Association congratulates the three champions of the 2026 AMA Supercross season, which concluded Saturday, May 9,

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AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Mike Kidd Passes Away

Photo Credit: AMA Archive PICKERINGTON, Ohio (May 8, 2026) —The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame mourns the passing of Hall of Famer Mike Kidd, and extends its sincere condolences to his family and friends. He was 72. The 1981 AMA Grand National Champion, Kidd’s racing career was defined by his perseverance in the face of

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AMA Extends Condolences to Family and Friends of AMA Hall of Fame Legend Mert Lawwill

Photo Credit: AMA Archive PICKERINGTON, Ohio (May 7, 2026) —The American Motorcyclist Association is saddened by the passing of AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Legend Mert Lawwill and offers its condolences to his family and friends at this time. He was 85. One of the most defining racers of the late 1960s and early 1970s,

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