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Lucky AMA member takes home two Triumph Bonnevilles in AMA Hall of Fame Raffle
When Phil and Chris Krueter pulled out of the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame parking lot on Thursday, Nov. 5, they had two beautiful Triumphs in their trailer that weren't there before. Here's how they got them.

AMA announces 2010 national numbers for pro-licensed riders in Supercross and Motocross
The AMA has announced the 2010 national numbers for pro-licensed riders in the Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, and the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship.

AMA Arenacross Series notebook: Des Moines
As the lineup of teams and riders for the 2010 AMA Arenacross Series begins to take shape, the series makes its annual visit to one of the most recognizable and loved venues in the history of the sport.

Babbitt's Monster Energy Kawasaki features ultra-talented trio in quest for 2010 AMA Arenacross Series title
With the silly season in full effect within the AMA Arenacross Series, Michigan-based Babbitt’s Monster Energy Kawasaki became one of the first teams to solidify its lineup for the 2010 season, just a few short days before the Des Moines prequel race this Saturday night.

Triumph and TAG Heuer create a Steve McQueen-inspired motorcycle
British motorcycle manufacturer Triumph and Swiss watch manufacturer TAG Heuer have collaborated to create a special, one-of-a-kind “Bonneville Heuer” Triumph motorcycle.

MX Sports presents certificates of achievement and merit to 2009 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship qualifiers
The awards are intended to congratulate the athletes possessing the talent, desire, and obvious work ethic that is required to make the cut at a national event, in what is the world's most prestigious motocross series.

Victory Motorcycles offers military personnel a 'Full Throttle Salute' with $1,000 cash back
Victory Motorcycles is honoring U.S. and Canadian military personnel for their dedication and commitment by providing them with a special offer.

Indian Motorcycle feature to be filmed by ABC News
On Monday, Nov. 9, 2009, ABC News will film a feature on Indian Motorcycle Company, highlighting the revival of this historic brand amid America’s struggling automotive and motorcycle manufacturing industry.

A message to remind you not to race on the road
The Government of South Australia's Motor Accident Commission has a message for motorcyclists who want to race on the road.

Give the gift of motorcycling this holiday season: AMA membership
Make your holiday gift giving easy this year. With the click of your mouse, you can give the gift of motorcycling with a membership to the AMA.

MX Sports announces 2010 regional championship schedule
The twelve Regional Championships within the seven different regions across the country provide the second and final stage of the qualification process to the National Championships held at the famed Loretta Lynn Ranch in Hurricane Mills, Tenn., Aug. 2-7, 2010.

Mavizen announces all-electric racebike
From the people behind this year’s gathering of electric bikes at the Isle of Man TT and at AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days comes an all-new electric motorcycle aimed at the heart of the racing market: the Mavizen TTX02.

AMA Arenacross Series interview of the week: series director Jayme Dalsing
The excitement of the 2010 AMA Arenacross Series is just around the corner, but before the intense competition of the new year is officially underway, fans will have the chance to get a taste of the bar-banging action this weekend at the second annual Des Moines Prequel Race from Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines, Iowa.

AMA Arenacross Series returns to Wells Fargo Arena for Second Annual Des Moines Prequel race
The stars of the AMA Arenacross Series are prepared to put on a show for one final time in 2009 as Des Moines, Iowa’s Wells Fargo Arena plays host to the second annual prequel race. After a stellar debut one year ago, the prequel returns this weekend on Nov.7-8.

AMA Racer No. 4, the MX Issue, is available now
The fourth issue of AMA Racer, which focuses on motocross and the end-of-year AMA Racing Championship Banquet, is now available.

Efforts to fight distracted driving move into high gear
President Obama's administration and federal lawmakers are making it clear that they are serious about reducing distracted driving on the nation's roads.

Cory Graffunder signs with Husqvarna
Off-road racer Cory Graffunder has been contracted by Husqvarna Motorcycles North America to compete in the 2010 season.

Electric motorcycle tour demonstrates viability of technology
Employees of an Oregon electric-motorcycle builder went on a 10-day tour, from Detroit to Washington, D.C., to demonstrate to the federal government the viability of their technology.

Zero Motorcycles wins electric off-road motorcycle challenge in France
Zero Motorcycles won the Electric Motorcycle Challenge, organized by the French Federation of Motorcycles in Gironville, France.

AMA Video: Denis Manning talks about his dream of going 400 mph
Owner/builder Denis Manning, with rider Chris Carr, currently holds the world motorcycle land-speed record of 367.382 mph through the measured mile. Here, Manning talks about going 400 mph.

2010 Can-Am Grand National Cross Country Series dates announced
Racer Productions have announced the dates for the 2010 Can-Am Grand National Cross Country Series, and the locations for the thirteen-round tour will be announced shortly. In general the dates and locations will closely follow the highly-successful 2009 tour.

Video: U.S. Senate hearing on pro-OHV bill
A Senate subsommittee held a hearing on H.R. 689 today, which would reduce bureaucracy for OHV enthusiasts looking to use an OHV area in Northern California.

Video: U.S. House hearing on distracted driving
Following the U.S. Senate hearings on distracted driving, the U.S. House took its turn. See video here.

AMA Video: Sisters talk about their passion for motorcycling
Sisters Kerrie Brokaw-Pattison and Kelly Brokaw-Sears talk about a lifetime of riding and what motorcycles mean to them.

Video: Senate hearing on distracted driving
The U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science & Transportation is holding a hearing today at 2:30 p.m. on “Combating Distracted Driving: Managing Behavioral and Technological Risks.”

2010 AMA/Rekluse National Enduro Championship Series presented by Moose Racing schedule announced
Here's all you need to know to start planning your assault on the 2010 AMA/Rekluse National Enduro Championship Series presented by Moose Racing.

Shock Doctor/KTM's Mike Brown takes home first career WORCS championship
Shock Doctor/KTM rider Mike Brown earned his first career WORCS Championship in the Nevada desert after a hard fought battle with the series runner-up Ricky Dietrich.

World Superbike champion caps amazing season
AMA Racing Roadrace Horizon Award winner Ben Spies banked another achievement, bringing home Yamaha’s first World Superbike title.

MotoGP champion crowned at wet Malaysian contest
Stoner wins his second race in a row, but Valentino Rossi claims his ninth world title with a safe third-place finish.

Ironman GNCC closes out thrilling season
Nate Kanney crowned "King of the Ironman" after claiming his third Ironman Grand National Cross Country win.

EnduroCross title settled in Denver
Red Bull/KTM rider Taddy Blazusiak clinched the AMA EnduroCross Championship a round early after taking his fourth win of the season in Denver, Colo.

AMA Racing Ice Race Grand Championships promise fun on track and off
AMA Racing's first champions of 2010 will be crowned next Jan. 23-24 following some of the most intense competition you'll find on two wheels: the 2010 AMA Racing Ice Race Grand Championships.

KTM will unveil 'new motocross generation' at Milan motorcycle show
At the EICMA show in Milan on Nov. 10-15, KTM will take the wraps off its motocross future -- possible the long-rumored KTM350SX.

GNCC champion will be decided this weekend
After eight months and 13 rounds of racing it will all come down to this weekend. A new XC1 Bike Champion will be decided at the Klotz Ironman GNCC.

AMA Racing Amateur National Arenacross Championships will see enhancements in 2010
A new format to determine the country's top amateur Arenacross champions is just one of the enhancements planned for the 2010 AMA Racing Amateur National Arenacross Championships.

Actor and AMA Board of Directors Member Perry King on Pit Pass Moto Weekly tonight
King will talk about his love for motorcycles, including his experience this summer racing vintage motocross and hare scrambles, and a new public service campaign operated by the AMA called "Think. Ride."

Georgia officials launch rider education effort
The Georgia State Patrol and the Governor's Office of Highway Safety today announced a new safety education initiative aimed at reducing the number of motorcycle crashes across Georgia.

New motorcycle safety initiative for Colorado mountain communities
Drive Smart Evergreen/Conifer is designed to improve on-highway motorcycle safety in the communities of Evergreen and Conifer, Colo.

Custom Yamaha R1 will benefit Riders for Health charity
Parts Magazine is building a customized Yamaha R1 that will be sold at auction with proceeds going to the Riders for Health charity.

Ride for Kids exceeds $98,000 in San Diego, Knoxville
Ride for Kids events in San Diego and Knoxville, Tenn., combined to raise $98,206 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation yesterday.

AMA Video: Denis Manning talks about streamliner Tenacious II
Thanks to builder/owner Denis Manning, you can see the Tenacious II streamliner at the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame. You can learn about it here.

Hillclimb champions crowned on Devil's Staircase
Alex Benner, Nate Redmann and Bryan Rusnak clinched the class titles for the 2009 AMA Pro Hillclimb Championships at the 60th running of the Dayton Motorcycle Club's Devil's Staircase Hillclimb in Oregonia, Ohio.

Construction on new short track at Daytona International Speedway underway
Lime rock quarter-mile track will replace course at Daytona Municipal Stadium.

Day 6: AMA Team USA makes up for Day 5 problems, finishes in fifth
The final day of the 84th ISDE in Portugal came to an end with AMA Team USA’s Trophy Team in fifth place, the Junior team in third and the Womens team in fourth.

Zero Motorcycles recalls off-road models due to crash hazard
According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the throttle on the recalled motorcycles can become stuck in the open position or become disconnected.

Day 5: Injuries, illness take their toll on AMA Team USA
The U.S. World Trophy Team’s quest to return to the podium in this year’s ISDE too a major blow, as the team succumbed to injuries and illness on Day 5.

Day 4: AMA Team USA moves up the ranks
AMA Team USA’s World Trophy Team moved up to fifth in the ISDE when Finland dropped three positions.

Day 3: AMA Team USA holds steady
With half of the Portuguese ISDE over, AMA Team USA’s Trophy Team has settled into a solid sixth place. The Junior Trophy riders remain in third, while the Womens Team sits in fourth.

Amateur National Arenacross Championships crowns 21 class champions in Las Vegas
As part of the excitement of the Rockstar Energy Drink U.S. Open, the Amateur National Arenacross Championships welcomed the nation’s top amateur competitors to the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas for a one-day extravaganza that featured twenty-one classes.

Polaris reports third-quarter profit
Gross profit margin percentage for the third quarter of 2009 improved primarily due to product cost reductions, lower commodity costs and improved product mix, company says.

Updated: Harley-Davidson announces third-quarter results and long-term strategy; discontinues Buell line
Harley-Davidson says new long-term strategy focuses on extending Harley-Davidson brand, emphasizes productivity and strengthening core business.

U.S. Forest Service closing North Carolina's Upper Tellico OHV trails
The U.S. Forest Service announced that it is permanently closing the Upper Tellico OHV trail system in Cherokee County, N.C.

Federal motorcycle crash study will not receive funding from motorcycle industry
According to a statement issued by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) on Oct. 14, the motorcycle crash causation study recently announced by the Federal Highway Administration will not receive industry funding.

Phoenix Ride for Kids raises $56,913 for childhood brain tumor research
Motorcyclists raised $56,913 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation Sunday at the 13th annual Phoenix Ride for Kids in Mesa.

AMA Video: Jack Penton talks about the 2009 Induction Ceremony
AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer and Chairman of the American Heritage Motorcycle Foundation Jack Penton talks about why you should be in Las Vegas this Dec. 4-5.

AMA Team USA in fifth as Day 1 wraps up
At the end of the first day of the ISDE, the U.S. World Trophy Team is fifth in the standings, 5 minutes, 19.61 seconds behind leader France.

Riders complete day one of 2009 ISDE in Portugal
Teams gathered in Figuera da Foz on Monday for the first of six days of grueling riding as the 84th FIM International Six Days of Enduro got underway.

AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Jay Leno's Star VMAX earns six figures for charity
Jay Leno auctioned off his customized Star VMAX motorcycle to benefit a Brooklyn community arts program.

AMA praises launch of motorcycle crash study
A significant new motorcycle crash causation study will soon get under way at Oklahoma State University (OSU), the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) reports.

Amateur hillclimbers to settle national titles on Oregonia, Ohio's Devil's Staircase
The AMA Racing Hillclimb Grand Championships will be held on one of the most famous hills in the country: the Devil's Staircase in Oregonia, Ohio.

AMA Team USA bikes enter impound ahead of International Six Days Enduro in Portugal
Other than a few "sound retests," all 34 riders from AMA Team USA easily made it into impound Saturday afternoon.

Second night of U.S. Open -- and $100,000 check -- goes to Stewart
James Stewart, who rides for the San Manuel Yamaha race team, swept both nights of racing to win his third Rockstar Energy Drink U.S. Open.

No drama: AMA Team USA arrives in Portugal for International Six Days Enduro
AMA Team USA is on location and making final presentations for its assault on the world’s biggest off-road race.

Stewart wins first night of U.S. Open
San Manuel Yamaha’s James Stewart, of Haines City, Fla., won the opening night of the Rockstar Energy Drink U.S. Open inside the MGM Grand Garden Arena.

BikeBandit.com will cover your sales tax during October
The online retailer BikeBandit.com will cover your sales tax for the month of October.

AMA announces 'Think. Ride.' public service announcement campaign
Actor and AMA Board member Perry King promotes responsible riding practices.

Stewart, Villopoto and Millsaps attend pre-race press conference for the Rockstar Energy Drink U.S. Open
Defending Rockstar Energy Drink U.S. Open champion James Stewart, of Haines City, Fla., addressed the media today at the pre-race press conference where he discussed the weekend’s race and the debut of his new Yamaha motorcycle.

Husqvarna reaches 25,000 units under BMW ownership
Just days after celebrating the inauguration of a massive new Headquarters/R&D facility, Husqvarna Motorcycles produced the 25,000th motorcycle in the Biandronno factory in northern Italy.

2010 AMA/Rekluse National Enduro Series presented by Moose Racing, set to be broadcast on MavTV!
Coverage at each event will be produced into a 1 hour show dedicated to the pro class, with an additional 1 hour show covering the amateur classes. Four cameras will roam the course collecting all of the action, while pit reporter Larry Maiers tells the riders’ story. Coverage will air a few weeks after each event, stay turned to www.mavtv.com for the most up to date schedule.

Certain Zap motorcycles recalled
Year 2008 Zap Xebra motorcycles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standards for brake systems, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

BMW recalls 2009 K1300GT and K1300S
The switches on the handlebars for both the direction indicator and the emergency engine start functions may fail.

Ducati recalls 1098s for fuel pump issues
The fuel hose might become disconnected from the fuel pump on 2009-10 Ducati 1098s, causing a fuel leak.

AMA Amateur National Motocross Championships at Loretta Lynn Ranch will celebrate 28th year Aug. 2-7, 2010
MX Sports announces the 2010 National Dates for the AMA Amateur National Motocross Championships. The championship will take place Aug. 2-7, 2010, at Loretta Lynn Ranch in Hurricane Mills, Tenn.

American Honda introduces 2010 VFR1200F
American Honda Motor Company's Powersports Division announced today the release of the much-anticipated 2010 VFR1200F.

Role of BLM employees questioned in federal investigation
Investigators with the U.S. Interior Department's Office of Inspector General say in a report that they found alleged wrongdoing in the relationships between certain National Landscape Conservation System employees of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and anti-access groups.

KTM announces 2010 U.S. motocross factory team
Great Britain's Tommy Searle and American rider Mike Alessi will take to the track for the KTM factory in the U.S. next year.

Dates announced for 2010 AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days: July 9-11 at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course
AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days will take place next year on July 9-11, 2010, at the world-class Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio.

CBS Sports to showcase 2009 Rockstar Energy Drink U.S. Open
CBS Sports will broadcast the Rockstar Energy Drink U.S. Open Sunday, Oct. 17, from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m., EST, featuring the world's top Supercross racers competing in a one-class/one-champion format that awards $100,000 to the overall winner.

Greg Hancock wins unprecedented eighth AMA/USA Speedway National Championship
Greg Hancock won an unprecedented eighth AMA Racing/USA Speedway National Championship Series title with a flawless performance at the final round.

Kymco offers expansive line for 2010
Kymco offers a wide range of scooter models for 2010, as well as a unique 150cc sportbike.

KTM extends contract with Russell Bobbitt
KTM Motorsports is proud to announce an extended one-year contract with three-time National Enduro Champion Russell Bobbitt.

Triumph recalls 2005-09 Sprint ST 1050s
There is insufficient space between the tail guard and the exhuast system, which can allow the tail guard to overheat, Triumph says.

Ride for Kids events in California, Texas and Nevada raise $291,000
Motorcyclists raised $291,206 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation (PBTF) yesterday at Ride for Kids events in Fairfield, Calif., Grapevine, Texas, and Las Vegas, Nev.

Federal government gives go-ahead on first major motorcycle crash causation study in 28 years
The Federal Highway Administration will conduct a new study to better understand and prevent motorcycle crashes.

Strang keeps title hopes alive in GNCCs
With a win at ITP Power Line Park, Josh Strang keeps his chances alive for winning the championships

Husaberg signs 8-time National Enduro Champion Mike Lafferty
Husaberg North America, a division of KTM Motorsports, Inc. is honored to welcome distinguished, eight-time National Enduro Champion Mike Lafferty to the Husaberg Factory Race Team for the remainder of the 2009 and 2010 season.

Lafferty wins the race; Bobbitt wins the war
KTM's Russell Bobbitt wrapped up the year's ultra-competitive AMA/Rekluse National Enduro Championship with the title, following a second-place finish to teammate Mike Lafferty at the final round in Indiana.

AMA congratulates AMA Team USA on 20th Red Bull FIM Motocross of Nations victory
America has once again claimed the top spot at the world's biggest motocross race, winning one of the most competitive Red Bull FIM Motocross of Nations in history.

MXoN: Qualifying heats up in Italy
Qualifying for the Motocross of Nations has just wrapped up in Franciacorta, Italy.

ORBA founder Roy Denner passes away
Roy Denner, champion of off-road motorized access rights and founder of the Off-Road Business Association, has passed away.

AMA Video: Scot Harden talks about Husqvarna's 2010 plans
AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer and Husqvarna National Sales Manager Scot Harden talks about the marque's 2010 lineup and plans to expand its racing program next year.

MXoN: A few pre-race shots from Italy
AMA Team USA is in Franciacorta, Italy, preparing to race for the United State's 20th Motocross of Nations championship.

AMA Video: 2010 KTM 450XC-W
AMA Member Jeff Crites rides the 2010 KTM 450XC-W Six Days Edition with KTM North America Ride Orange Manager -- and four-time Blackwater 100 winner -- Mark Hyde.

Taking the AMA to the next level
The AMA's Board Chairman and President/CEO talk about the future of the Association.

New Pirelli sport-touring tire promises to help you discover your inner spirit
Pirelli has developed a new sport-touring tire called the Angel ST that the company says offers the best of both worlds.

MXoN Bulletin: AMA Team USA wins!
AMA Team USA riders Ivan Tedesco, Ryan Dungey and Jake Weimer are bringing the Chamberlain Trophy back to America.

U.S. lawmakers conduct hearing that considers banning motorized vehicles from more than 9 million acres in Utah
AMA staff was on-site to monitor a U.S. House subcommittee hearing on Oct. 1 on a measure aimed at banning dirtbikes and all-terrain vehicles from one-sixth of the state of Utah.

Video: U.S. House subcommittee hearing to ban riding on 9.4 million acres
A U.S. House subcommittee held a hearing on a measure that would ban off-highway motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles from one-sixth of the state of Utah.

Ben Spies: From the AMA Horizon Award to AMA Superbike to World Superbike to MotoGP...
Ben Spies will join Colin Edwards on the Monster Yamaha Tech 3 team in 2010 for an all-American lineup on the MotoGP squad.

Video: Department of Transportation Distracted Driving Summit
View an archived video of the Distracted Driving Summit that took place in Washington, D.C., on Sept. 30-Oct. 1.