Motorcycle Hall of Fame Nomination and Induction Process

Individuals are nominated (their names placed on the ballot) by Induction Committee members and the public. In the case of competition rider nominations, prior to submission of a nomination, the racer must have been retired for at least five (5) years from routinely participating in national level competition, or if not retired then must have maintained 25 years at the national level of competition.

To nominate an individual to the Motorcycle Hall of Fame, fill out the Nomination Form (PDF) and submit it along with the information below to the Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum.

1. A biography (1-3 pages) detailing the contributions made to American Motorcycling by your nominee.
2. An original photograph of the nominee (required).
3. Any newspaper or magazine articles showing the nominee's achievements.
4. Any other information detailing why or how the nominee has contributed to American Motorcycling, including letters of reference.

All nomination submissions become the property of the Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum and will not be returned.

The above information must be sent to the Museum by October 31 to be eligible for the next year's ballot. Once nominated, individuals will remain on the ballot for up to five years. New Motorcycle Hall of Fame inductees are announced each May and the Motorcycle Hall of Fame induction ceremony is held in October.

Nominations should be sent to:

Motorcycle Hall of Fame Nominations
Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum
13515 Yarmouth Drive
Pickerington, Ohio 43147

For questions about the nomination process, please email: info@motorcyclemuseum.org.

Motorcycle Hall of Fame Categories

Ambassador/Promoter
Individuals who worked to make the sport better through their promotion of motorcycling in the media by organizing events, by projecting a positive image of motorcyclists through their own actions or reputation, etc.

At Large/Industry
Individuals who are employed in the motorcycle industry working for motorcycle manufacturers, accessory manufacturers, or distributors, dealers, the motorcycle press, photographers, artists, motorcycle organizations, or other related occupations.

Design & Engineering
Those who design and engineer unique motorcycle features for use on production or custom machines and related products.

Dirt Track
Racers, team managers, tuners, mechanics, officials and others who excelled in Dirt Track Competition (Short Track, Half Mile, Mile, TT, and Speedway racing).

Leadership/Motorcycle Rights Advocates
Individuals who work with or in government at a state, local or federal level to protect the rights of motorcyclists. Individuals who promote safety and rider training or advance street, trail or competition motorcycle riding opportunities.

Motocross/Supercross
Racers, team managers, tuners, mechanics, officials and others who excelled in Motocross and/or Supercross Competition.

Off-Road
Racers, team managers, tuners, mechanics, officials and others who excelled in Off Road Riding and Competition (Enduro, ISDE, Desert, Off-Road Grand Prix, etc.).

Pioneer
Individuals who earned their status as significant to American motorcycling sixty years ago or older encompassing all aspects of motorcycling: racers, mechanics, industry leaders, designers, writers, promoters, etc.

Road Racing
Racers, team managers, tuners, mechanics, officials and others who excelled in road racing Competition.

Specialty Competition
Racers, team managers, tuners, mechanics, officials, and others who excelled in other forms of motorcycle competition not covered in the other categories. This would include Drag Racing, Bonneville Speed Records, Hill Climbing, and more.