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June 18, 2013
A dominant AMA Supercross and motocross champion nicknamed "The GOAT" (The Greatest Of All Time), a pair of riders who helped raise tens of millions of dollars in search of the cause of and cure for pediatric brain tumors, and a founder of one of the aftermarket's most recognizable brands are among the motorcyclists who are on the 2013 ballot for possible elevation to the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame.
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June 03, 2013
From 1974 to 1981, AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Dick Burleson won eight consecutive AMA Grand National Enduro Championships during his remarkable career, earning the nickname "King Richard." This July 19-21, Burleson's triumphs will be celebrated when he serves as the grand marshal for BikeBandit.com AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days, featuring the riders and champions of Husqvarna, at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio.
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May 28, 2013
The champions of Husqvarna will be celebrated at this year's BikeBandit.com AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days, set for July 19-21 at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio.
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May 22, 2013
One of 15 murals being painted by "the Walldogs" in Kewanee, Ill. A Memorial Mural in honor of AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Roger Reiman.
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May 09, 2013
The AMA is pleased to announce that BikeBandit.com, the country's leading online source for motorcycle parts, gear and accessories, is the title sponsor for the 2013 BikeBandit.com AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days, set for July 19-21 at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio.
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May 08, 2013
Mark Blackwell, a pioneering racer in American motocross, a six-time AMA championship race team manager and a well-respected executive in the motorcycle industry, will be recognized as an AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Legend on Friday, Oct. 18, in Las Vegas, Nev.
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May 06, 2013
Time is running out for American Motorcyclist Association members to buy discounted tickets to AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days, the country's premier vintage motorcycling bash, set for July 19-21 at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio.
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May 04, 2013
The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame is opening its doors to the local community as well as motorcyclists this Saturday, May 11, with half-price adult admission and free entry for those 17 and under.
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May 03, 2013
AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Craig Vetter is pleased that his one-off, experimental high-mileage bike can go a long way on a small amount of fuel, but he knows it can do even better. So, on July 19, at AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio, Vetter will host his Fuel Economy Challenge, designed to push the energy-conserving limits of even the most fuel-efficient motorcycles.
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May 02, 2013
Torsten Hallman was instrumental in the introduction of motocross to America, and on Friday, Oct. 18, he will be honored as an AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Legend. Hallman, an existing Hall of Famer, will be recognized alongside the class of 2013 as part of the AMA Legends Weekend, hosted by the American Motorcyclist Association, on Oct. 18-19 at the Green Valley Ranch Resort, Spa and Casino in Las Vegas, Nev.
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May 01, 2013
AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Buzz Walneck is coming out with a new magazine, "The Buzzzzz Rag."
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April 04, 2013
The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame is pleased to announce that this year's 2013 AMA Legends Weekend will be held on a new date -- Oct. 18-19 -- and at a new location, the Green Valley Ranch Resort, Spa and Casino in Las Vegas. The AMA Legends Weekend features the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Class of 2013 Induction Ceremony, highlighting the greatest weekend in motorcycling.
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March 21, 2013
The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame thanks its supporters, sponsors and "Mr. Daytona" himself, Scott Russell (right), for helping make the 25th Annual Yamaha AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Breakfast at Daytona, presented by Motul, a successful fundraising event.
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March 21, 2013
The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame is pleased to thank its sponsors and guests for a successful Bike Week tribute to Mr. Daytona, Scott Russell, as the featured speaker for the 25th Annual Yamaha AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Breakfast at Daytona, presented by Motul.
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March 07, 2013
More than two dozen artists are celebrating the spirit, excitement and adventure of motorcycling through fine art in a new exhibit at the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Pickerington, Ohio, titled "2 Wheels + Motor, A Fine Art Exhibition."
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March 01, 2013
Yamaha, the brand that carried AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Scott Russell to two victories in the famed Daytona 200, will be the 2013 title sponsor of the AMA Yamaha Motorcycle Hall of Fame Breakfast at Daytona, presented by Motul, on Friday, March 15, at 7 a.m. in the Daytona 500 Club on the infield at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Fla.
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February 19, 2013
AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Bob Hansen, 93, has died. The racer, tuner and team manager was inducted into the Hall in 1999.
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January 17, 2013
The 60-day "crowd-sourcing" pledge campaign to fund the production of a film about motorcycle off-road and innovation pioneer John Penton on Kickstarter.com, ended successfully on Monday night with $160,315.50 raised, eclipsing the goal of $150,000.
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January 14, 2013
The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame is pleased to announce that "Mr. Daytona" -- five-time Daytona 200 winner Scott Russell -- will be the featured guest at its annual AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Breakfast at Daytona, presented by Motul, on Friday, March 15, 2013, 7:00 a.m., at the Daytona 500 Club on the infield at Daytona International Speedway.
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January 07, 2013
Todd Huffman, well-known maker of motorcycle films, wants to tell you the story of AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer John Penton. But he needs your help.
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December 14, 2012
Aub LeBard, who was inducted into the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in 1998, died on Dec. 7. He was 91.
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December 11, 2012
The AMA and the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame are saddened to learn of the passing of AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Harry "JR" Kelley.
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November 30, 2012
An exquisitely restored 1963 BSA Rocket Goldstar, owned by Jerry Garrett from Dayton, Nev., won Best of Show at the 2012 AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Dave Mungenast Memorial Concours d'Elegance.
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November 28, 2012
The AMA is pleased to announce the 2013 dates for the country's premier annual celebration of vintage motorcycling. AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days will take place on July 19-21 at the world-class Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio
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November 21, 2012
For 25 years, Derek "Nobby" Clark was one of the world's leading motorcycle race mechanics. In addition to being a part of 17 FIM Grand Prix world championships, earned in classes ranging from 50cc to 500cc, his teams won three Daytona 200s, one Daytona 100, four Imola 200s and eight Italian championships. Clark was inducted into the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame on Nov. 16, 2012, in Las Vegas, Nev.