Team Honda HRC Extends Contract With Cole Seely
American Honda Motor Corp., Inc. has announced that it has extended its contract with Team Honda HRC rider Cole Seely for an additional two years. Seely has spent much of his professional career with the Honda brand, and this agreement continues that relationship through 2018.
Many Choices… Only One ANSR
[dropcap]T[/dropcap]his is a milestone year for the team at ANSR Racing as the apparel company celebrates 40 years of moto-excellence. First the media was treated to a sneak peek at the 2017 apparel line at the historic Mission Inn in Riverside, California and then the spent the following day riding in the gear at Milestone
Sisters’ Motorcycle Riders Visit Vintage Days
[dropcap]F[/dropcap]or MPN columnist Alisa Clickenger, it was a once in a lifetime opportunity to not only organize the Sisters’ Centennial Motorcycle Ride, but to also take 125 women riders on a “lap of history” around the picturesque Mid-Ohio Sportscar Course in Lexington, Ohio during AMA’s Vintage Days last month. “We’re so grateful to the AMA
Crosley Brands Kawasaki Rider Bryan Smith Claims Sturgis Victory and the Series’ Points Lead
Bryan Smith arrived at the Black Hills Half-Mile in conjunction with the 76th annual Sturgis Rally in Rapid City, South Dakota prepared to reclaim the AMA Pro Flat Track points lead. Smith was able to do just that aboard his Ninja 650 powered machine by taking his first half-mile win of the 2016 season.
Cooper Webb, Alex Martin and Jason Anderson to Represent U.S. at 2016 FIM Motocross of Nations
Three of America’s top motocross riders will represent the United States at the Fédération Internationale de Motocylisme Motocross of Nations in Maggiora, Italy, on Sept. 25. Cooper Webb will race in the MX1 class, and Alex Martin will race in the MX2 class. Both racers ride Yamahas for the Yamalube/Star Racing team. Rockstar Energy Racing Husqvarna’s Jason Anderson will race in the Open class.
AMA Amateur National Motocross Champions Crowned at Loretta Lynn Ranch
The best amateur motocross racers in America stood triumphant as the 2016 Rocky Mountain ATV/MC AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship, presented by AMSOIL, came to a close in Hurricane Mills, Tenn. The event, which took place Aug. 1-6 at the Loretta Lynn Ranch, produced 37 championships and recognized four riders for truly outstanding performances.
Indian Motorcycle Unveils New FTR750 for AMA Flat Track Competition
Indian Motorcycle has unleashed its all-new Indian Scout FTR750 flat track race bike in a place synonymous with the brand – the 76th annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. The event is the latest milestone in the historic return to professional flat track racing for the brand.
23 National Championships Awarded at 2016 AMA Hillclimb Grand Championship
More than 300 amateur hillclimb entrants lined up at the 2016 AMA Hillclimb Grand Championship, hosted by the Pleasure Riders Motorcycle Club the weekend of July 29-31 at the Thunder Ridge facility in Neoga, Ill.
Triumph Motorcycles Confirms New World Land Speed Record Attempt
Triumph Motorcycles has confirmed that it will return to the Bonneville Salt Flats in August 2016 to break the motorcycle world land speed record. Triumph’s aim is to exceed the current record that stands at 376.363 mph, using its purpose built 1,000 hp Triumph Infor Rocket Streamliner.
Cobra Moto Racers Ready for Loretta’s Ranch
Expect big things from the little guys on the American-made Cobra Moto bikes this coming week as the world’s best amateur motocross racers descend upon moto-friendly country and western great Loretta Lynn’s ranch for the 35th running of the Rocky Mountain ATV/MC Amateur Motocross Championships, presented by AMSOIL.
U.S. Team Will Not Compete in 2016 FIM Jr. Motocross World Championship
The American Motorcyclist Association has announced that, due to logistical conflicts, a U.S. team will be unable to compete at the 2016 Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme Jr. Motocross World Championship in Orlyonok, Russia, on Aug. 13-14.
Eighteen AMA National No. 1 Plates Awarded at AMA Road Race Grand Championship
Top amateur and expert road racers from throughout the country vied for AMA National No. 1 plates during the American Motorcyclist Association Road Race Grand Championship at Road America in Lake Plymouth, Wis., July 1-3.
