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About the '''American Motorcyclist Association''' |
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The '''American Motorcyclist Association''' is an [[United States|American]] not-for-profit organization of more than 300,000 [[motorcyclist]]s that organizes numerous [[motorcycling]] activities and campaigns for motorcyclists' legal rights. Its [[motto|mission statement]] is "to protect and promote the interests of motorcyclists while serving the needs of its members." The organization was founded in 1924 and now has more than 1,200 chartered clubs. |
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From the street to the track to the trail, millions of Americans enjoy motorcycling. Some ride to work every day. Others ride for pleasure on weekends. Many ride off-road, or journey to places near and far. Still more seek the thrill of competition. |
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For clubs and promoters it provides guidance and advice on running events and rallies, and allows affiliated members to vote on AMA matters. It also has a corporate membership category with representatives from the US motorcycle industry. |
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Since 1924, the AMA has protected the future of motorcycling and promoted the motorcycle lifestyle. AMA members come from all walks of life, and they navigate many different routes on their journey to the same destination: freedom on two wheels. As the world's largest motorcycling organization, the AMA advocates for motorcyclists' interests in the halls of local, state and federal government, the committees of international governing organizations, and the court of public opinion. |
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The AMA is the largest motorsports organization in the world, overseeing 80 professional and more than 4,000 amateur events each year. The AMA also maintains the [[Motorcycle Hall of Fame]] located near Columbus, Ohio. It is the designated governing body of [[motorcycle sport]] in the US by the world governing body, the [[Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme]] (FIM). |
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Through member clubs, promoters and partners, the AMA sanctions more motorsports competition and motorcycle recreational events than any other organization in the world. Through its Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum, the AMA preserves the heritage of motorcycling for future generations. AMA members receive money saving discounts from dozens of well-known suppliers of motorcycle services, gear and apparel, bike rental, transport, hotel stays and more. The AMA is everything motorcycle. www.AmericanMotorcyclist.com |
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AMA Pro Racing was formed in 1994 to respond to the growth of motorcycle racing in United States holds many events. The AMA Road Racing Series includes the [[AMA Superbike Championship|AMA American Superbike Championship]], the [[AMA Daytona Sportbike Championship]] (which incorporates the former [[AMA Supersport Championship]] and the now inactive [[AMA Formula Xtreme]]), and the new [[AMA Supersport Championship]], which is limited to riders of age 16-21 on near stock 600cc motorcycles. Other series include [[AMA Supercross]], [[AMA Motocross Championship]], [[AMA Flat Track]] and [[AMA Hillclimb]]. |
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On [[March 7]], [[2008]], the AMA Pro Racing series was sold to the [[Daytona Motorsports Group]] (DMG), headed by Roger Edmondson and [[Jim France]]. The DMG will be responsible for the AMA Superbike Series, the AMA Motocross Series, the AMA Flat Track Series, the AMA Supermoto Series, the AMA Hillclimb Series and ATV Pro Racing. The sale did not include the AMA Supercross and AMA Arenacross Series, whose rights are currently owned by [[Live Nation]]. DMG will license the AMA name and trademarks to promote the motorcycle racing series'<ref name="SuperbikePlanet.com March 7"> {{cite news | url=http://www.superbikeplanet.com/2008/Mar/080307z.htm | title=AMA Sells AMA Pro Racing To Daytona Motorsports Group | publisher=SuperbikePlanet.com | accessdate=2008-03-08 }} </ref><ref name="SuperbikePlanet.com March 8"> {{cite news | url=http://www.superbikeplanet.com/2008/Mar/080308a.htm | title=AMA & Daytona Motorsports Group Press Conference Transcript | publisher=SuperbikePlanet.com | accessdate=2008-03-08 }} </ref><ref name="AMAProRacing.com March 12"> {{cite news | url=http://www.amaproracing.com/releases/r07141.asp | title=A New Vision for the American Motorcyclist Association | publisher=AMA Pro Racing | accessdate=2008-03-12 }} </ref>. The new management has sparked criticism among some of the press and fans for allegedly alienating the factory teams <ref name="SuperbikePlanet.com May 6 2009">{{cite news | url=http://www.superbikeplanet.com/2009/May/090506factoriesgone.htm | title=Expletive Deleted: 2009--Last Year of the Factories? | publisher=Superbike Planet | accessdate=2009-07-11 }} </ref> and for introducing NASCAR style rules such as rolling start and pace car <ref name="motorcycle-usa.com July 8 2009">{{cite news | url=http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/557/3972/Motorcycle-Article/DMG--Delusional-Motorsports-Group-.aspx | title=DMG: Delusional Motorsports Group? | publisher=Motorcycle USA | accessdate=2009-07-11 }}</ref>. |
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==AMA Board Members== |
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Joseph Bromley, Northeast Region, Term expires: February 2011 |
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*Jon-Erik Burleson – Assistant Treasurer, [[KTM|KTM North America]], Term expires: February 2009 |
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*Wayne Curtin, [[Harley-Davidson|Harley-Davidson Motor Co.]], Term expires: February 2010 |
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*Andy Goldfine, [[Aerostich|Aerostich/Riderwearhouse]], Term expires: February 2011 |
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*Nick McCabe, [[Ducati|Ducati North America]], Term expires: February 2011 |
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*Art More, Southwest Region, Term expires: February 2011 |
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*Carl Reynolds – Vice Chairman, Southeast Region, Term expires: February 2009 |
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*Stan Simpson, Chairman, South Central Region, Term expires: February 2009 |
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*John Ulrich, [[Roadracing World Publishing, Inc.]], Term expires: February 2009 |
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*Jim Williams – Assistant Secretary, [[Kawasaki Heavy Industries Consumer Products and Machinery Company|Kawasaki Motors Corporation]], Term expires: February 2010 |
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AMA Pro Racing was formed in 1994 to respond to the growth of motorcycle racing in United States holds many events. In 2008, the AMA Pro Racing series was sold to the [[Daytona Motorsports Group]] (DMG), headed by Roger Edmondson and [[Jim France]]. DMG is responsible for the AMA Superbike Series, the AMA Motocross Series, the AMA Flat Track Series, the AMA Supermoto Series, the AMA Hillclimb Series and ATV Pro Racing. |
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==References== |
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==External links== |
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*[http://www.AmericanMotorcyclist.com/ AMA official website] |
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Revision as of 17:54, 13 August 2009
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| Sport | Motorsport |
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| Jurisdiction | USA |
| Abbreviation | AMA |
| Founded | 1924 |
| Headquarters | Pickerington, Ohio |
| Chairman | Stan Simpson |
| Other key staff | see below |
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About the American Motorcyclist Association
From the street to the track to the trail, millions of Americans enjoy motorcycling. Some ride to work every day. Others ride for pleasure on weekends. Many ride off-road, or journey to places near and far. Still more seek the thrill of competition.
Since 1924, the AMA has protected the future of motorcycling and promoted the motorcycle lifestyle. AMA members come from all walks of life, and they navigate many different routes on their journey to the same destination: freedom on two wheels. As the world's largest motorcycling organization, the AMA advocates for motorcyclists' interests in the halls of local, state and federal government, the committees of international governing organizations, and the court of public opinion.
Through member clubs, promoters and partners, the AMA sanctions more motorsports competition and motorcycle recreational events than any other organization in the world. Through its Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum, the AMA preserves the heritage of motorcycling for future generations. AMA members receive money saving discounts from dozens of well-known suppliers of motorcycle services, gear and apparel, bike rental, transport, hotel stays and more. The AMA is everything motorcycle. www.AmericanMotorcyclist.com
AMA Pro Racing
AMA Pro Racing was formed in 1994 to respond to the growth of motorcycle racing in United States holds many events. In 2008, the AMA Pro Racing series was sold to the Daytona Motorsports Group (DMG), headed by Roger Edmondson and Jim France. DMG is responsible for the AMA Superbike Series, the AMA Motocross Series, the AMA Flat Track Series, the AMA Supermoto Series, the AMA Hillclimb Series and ATV Pro Racing.
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