Revamped AMA Supermoto Championship Taking Shape For 2020

David Swarts

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December 20, 2019

Revamped AMA Supermoto Championship Taking Shape For 2020

AMA Supermoto sets out to revamp US Championship series

Corona, CA – AMA Supermoto and its partners have hit the ground running heading into 2020 with a strong team of individuals and a strategic plan of action to revamp the US championship series. Owner and operator Alex Mock has assembled some familiar faces to assist in bringing back the excitement and authenticity of the sport.

“When I first set out to run the series it was a big responsibility,” says Mock. “I didn’t have a massive team behind me and just kind of went with it. I have a passion for this series and want to see it grow back into what it once was with support from sponsors and manufacturers. I knew I couldn’t do it alone, so I set out to find the right industry experts that were involved firsthand back in the series’ hay-day. We understand we’re a little bit late to the game this late in the year but I know we have a strong and passionate team that can get it done.”

Joining the team for 2020 and beyond are ex-Supermoto racers turned motorcycle industry veterans Darryl Atkins and Frankie Garcia.

Ex-World Motocross and AMA Supermoto racer Darryl Atkins has joined AMA Supermoto as the Marketing and Sponsorship Director. Darryl brings a laundry list of racing accomplishments and industry knowledge to the table for the revamp of the series. The multi-time AMA Supermoto race winner will be responsible for the addition of new series’ partners and advertising.

“It’s great to see the sport of Supermoto is coming back in a strong way,” explains Atkins. “I’m excited to be a part of it and to be working with others who have a big passion for Supermoto. We are working on some exciting things for the future as the sport has so much potential. We look forward to be getting the support from the industry as having a healthy Supermoto series only benefits everyone.”

Alongside Darryl comes 2006 X Games Supermoto, 2007 AMA Supermoto Lites Championship, and current RSD SuperHooligan competitor Frankie Garcia. Garcia, a guru off all things motorcycle industry, brings his PR and media background to the table and will assist the team with Press Relations and Media inquiries.

“I’m really excited and honored to be a part of this. Alex and I have become pretty good friends in the last year. His passion for Supermoto itself is second to none. He is the guy that has kept the sport alive in recent years. I’ve seen firsthand the amount of work and attention he puts into it and I know what it will take to make this big again. I believe Alex has assembled a well-rounded team with Darryl and myself to help make it all happen. Supermoto holds a special place in my heart and is sentimental to me and I’d like nothing more than to see it become what it once was again,” says Garcia.

AMA Supermoto is currently in the works of not only finalizing a 2020 Championship schedule but also an equally important live stream video package that will include live racing from every stop of the series, behind the scenes pit reporting and sponsorship ad opportunities.

For more information about AMA Supermoto please contact [email protected]

For sponsorship opportunities please contact [email protected]

World Supersport: New bLU cRU Yamaha Development Team Established

David Swarts

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December 19, 2019

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World Supersport: New bLU cRU Yamaha Development Team Established

Yamaha Extend Unique bLU cRU Project to WorldSSP in 2020

Yamaha Motor Europe is pleased to announce an extension to their bLU cRU program, with the addition of a team in the FIM Supersport World Championship dedicated to the further development of young riders. For the 2020 season the bLU cRU Yamaha WorldSSP Team will field 17-year-old Andy Verdoïa and 20-year-old Galang Hendra Pratama, both graduates of the bLU cRU program in WorldSSP300, aboard Yamaha’s championship-winning YZF-R6 in the hotly contested WorldSSP series.

The addition of the bLU cRU Yamaha WorldSSP Team for 2020 means that Yamaha’s rider development program now extends all the way from grass roots racing at national level to the premier FIM Superbike World Championship. The structure is unique in road racing and is designed not only to identify the world champions of the future, but also to develop their skills and allow them to realise their full potential, all within Yamaha’s racing family.

The bLU cRU Yamaha WorldSSP Team will be managed by MS Racing, a team that has been an integral part of Yamaha’s bLU cRU program in WorldSSP300 since its inception in 2017.

Galang Hendra’s first appearance on the world stage came in 2017 when he contested two rounds of the WorldSSP300 series as a wild card rider. A technical issue forced his retirement from the first race in Portimão, but the young Indonesian rider stunned the paddock with a race win in Jerez next time out. The following season the Indonesian rider contested his first full season in WorldSSP300 as part of Yamaha’s bLU cRU project, picking up another race win in Brno on his way to finishing tenth in the championship.

Galang Hendra improved his race craft and consistency to finish the 2019 FIM Supersport 300 World Championship seventh in the standings but was unfortunate to miss out on adding to his podium tally by the narrowest of margins on more than one occasion during the year.

Verdoïa made an immediate impact on his full-time debut in WorldSSP300 with the bLU cRU in 2019, impressing from the start with both his speed and consistency. The 17-year-old French rider made his first appearance on the podium in Misano, where he finished third, but it was his performance in the following round at Donington Park that marked him out as a potential star of the future.

The French youngster started the race from the very back of the grid but passed 26 riders on the opening lap and was in contact with the leaders just five laps into the race. Incredibly, at half race distance, he swept into the race lead and, while the Verdoïa was narrowly beaten to the win by bLU cRU teammate Kevin Sabatucci, his ride to second place was undoubtedly the standout performance of the race. Verdoïa went on to finish the season fourth and the highest placed Yamaha rider in the championship standings.

The two bLU cRU riders will start their transition to WorldSSP and the Yamaha YZF-R6 at the first preseason test of 2020 in Jerez, which gets underway on 22nd January.

Andrea DosoliYamaha Motor Europe Road Racing Manager

“I am very pleased that we are finally able to announce the formation of the bLU cRU Yamaha WorldSSP Team for the 2020 season, as it completes the path within our racing pyramid from national level competition to the premier WorldSBK class. Initially we looked at placing Galang Hendra and Andy in established WorldSSP teams, but we’ve seen in WorldSSP300 this year that our bLU cRU riders learn from each other and gain confidence from sharing their experiences. This would have been difficult for them to do if we’d separated them for the 2020 season but, more importantly, by placing them together in a team where development rather than results is the priority, we are making clear our intentions for the bLU cRU project and the team’s role within that structure. I think in the MS Racing squad we have found the perfect partner for this project. They have been an integral part of our bLU cRU project in WorldSSP300 and, as we’ve seen with both Andy Verdoïa and Beatriz Neila this year, they have a talent for extracting the best from talented but inexperienced riders. This will be a crucial skill in 2020, as Galang Hendra and Andy adapt to the Yamaha YZF-R6 WorldSSP bike, which is both heavier and more powerful than the Yamaha YZF-R3 WorldSSP300 they’re used to. But this is not the only transition they need to make; in 2020 they will be racing against vastly more experienced rivals so taking their race craft to allow the next level will also be of paramount importance. I have every confidence that, in Galang Hendra and Andy we have two riders who have the talent to be competitive in WorldSSP in the future and now we must focus all our efforts on helping them to realise their full potential. It will be a challenge, but one that we at Yamaha are definitely looking forward to, and I think the same is true of the two riders!”

Podcast: Greg’s Garage Pod With Co-Host Jason Pridmore Episode 62 Now Available

David Swarts

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December 19, 2019

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Podcast: Greg’s Garage Pod With Co-Host Jason Pridmore Episode 62 Now Available

Greg’s Garage Pod with Co-Host Jason Pridmore p/b ARAI – A motorcycle racing Pod about MotoGP, MotoAmerica and World Superbike, Pro Motocross, American Flat Track and more. In this episode Co-Hosts Greg White and Jason Pridmore talk:

MotoAmerica – Suzuki Superbike: Yoshimura out, Team Hammer in! What does this mean and what do we know.

MotoAmerica – 2019 viewer numbers are WAY up over 2018. The guys give you the details.

MotoGP – Andrea Iannone suspended for failing a WADA drug test. The boys discuss testing and how it can affect every pro rider.

EWC – A wet World Endurance Sepang 8 Hour race.

NEWS p/b ARAI Helmets – Congratulations to MotoAmerica’s Richard Varner and Hayley Bell plus Jorge Lorenzo to Yamaha as a test rider?

MotoAmerica – Jage Gagne and Monster Energy Attack Performance Yamaha caught testing at Chuckwalla and JP was there.

Next Week’s stuff.

Featured In The December Issue: 2020 Ducati Panigale V2 Intro (With Video)

Trudy Ulrich

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December 19, 2019

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Featured In The December Issue: 2020 Ducati Panigale V2 Intro (With Video)

Featured In the December 2019 issue of Roadracing World:

“When Ducati introduced the 959 Panigale in 2016, it offered plenty of performance without any of the usual drama of riding a fire-breathing 1000cc sportbike. After riding the 2020 Panigale V2—the new designation for Ducati’s fully faired V-Twin sportbike—at Jerez for a day, I’m still convinced that this smaller-displacement Panigale V-Twin is a great alternative to an open-class sportbike …”

—2020 Panigale V2: Power without Drama, By Chris Ulrich

Racing Editor Chris Ulrich was impressed by the Ducati 959 Panigale when he first rode one in 2016. He was impressed once again when he threw his leg over the aluminum monocoque chassis of the 2020 Ducati Panigale V2, the company’s latest iteration of a “middleweight” V-Twin sportbike. Read his impressions of the light, torquey Panigale V2 – they’re in the December issue of Roadracing World!

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AMA/ASRA Co-Sanctioning 79th Daytona 200, Scheduled For March 14, 2020

David Swarts

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December 19, 2019

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AMA/ASRA Co-Sanctioning 79th Daytona 200, Scheduled For March 14, 2020

2020 AMA/ASRA-sanctioned Daytona 200 takes place March 14

79th running of 200-mile road race at Daytona International Speedway

PICKERINGTON, Ohio — Dozens of the nation’s fastest road racers will be pushing their motorcycles to the limit around Daytona International Speedway’s 3.51-mile road course on March 14 for the 79th running of the Daytona 200.

The 200-mile road race, sanctioned by the American Motorcyclist Association and the American Sportbike Racing Association, features some of the most talented road racers from around the world battling on the speedway’s 31-degree banking.

“The AMA has a great partner in the American Sportbike Racing Association for the Daytona 200, and we’re looking forward to another year of close competition in this iconic race,” AMA Track Racing Manager Ken Saillant said. “The past two years have delivered great racing and thrilling finishes, and the number of international riders competing in the event has been on the rise.”

The Daytona 200 was first held in 1937, with racing taking place annually — except during World War II — on an oval course along the Atlantic Ocean beach and U.S. Route A1A. The race moved to Daytona International Speedway in 1961.

AMA Hall of Famers who have won the Daytona 200 include Giacomo Agostini, Brad Andres, Steve Baker, Ben Campanale, Miguel Duhamel, Don Emde, Floyd Emde, Johnny Gibson, Paul Goldsmith, Nicky Hayden, Bobby Hill, Dick Klamfoth, Ed Kretz, Eddie Lawson, Dick Mann, Billy Mathews, Wayne Rainey, Cal Rayborn, Roger Reiman, Kenny Roberts, Gene Romero, Scott Russell, Kevin Schwartz, Dale Singleton, Freddie Spencer, Johnny Spiegelhoff, Babe Tancrede and Ralph White.

“We’re really excited to be co-sanctioning the 79th running of the Daytona 200 with the AMA,” ASRA President Kevin Elliott said. “Having worked with the AMA and Daytona International Speedway to make this standalone event more attractive to international riders for the last five years, we are pleased to see a record number of requests for race information from outside the United States.”

For more information about the Daytona 200, including how competitors can register in advance, by visiting www.asraracing.com.

About the American Motorcyclist Association

Founded in 1924, the AMA is a not-for-profit member-based association whose mission is to promote the motorcycle lifestyle and protect the future of motorcycling. As the world’s largest motorcycling rights and event sanctioning organization, the AMA advocates for riders’ interests at all levels of government and sanctions thousands of competition and recreational events every year. The AMA also provides money-saving discounts on products and services for its members. Through the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Pickerington, Ohio, the AMA honors the heroes and heritage of motorcycling. For more information, visit www.americanmotorcyclist.com.

Not a member? Join the AMA today: www.americanmotorcyclist.com

MotoAmerica: ECSTAR Sponsoring Suzuki Road Racing Effort

Trudy Ulrich

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December 18, 2019

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MotoAmerica: ECSTAR Sponsoring Suzuki Road Racing Effort

ECSTAR to Sponsor Suzuki MotoAmerica Road Racing Effort

Brea, CA (December 18, 2019) – Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (SMAI) is proud to confirm ECSTAR Genuine Oil & Chemical as co-title sponsor for its premier road race team for 2020.

Team Hammer, Inc. won the 2019 MotoAmerica Supersport Championship as M4 ECSTAR Suzuki and is adding Suzuki’s Superbike program to its Supersport, Stock 1000, and Twins Cup responsibilities in 2020. Final Superbike program title sponsorship will be announced later.

“The ECSTAR brand of genuine oil and chemical products has been the face of Suzuki’s road racing effort globally since its launch four years ago,” said Pat Alexander, Suzuki Race Support Manager. “In addition to being the title sponsor of SUZUKI ECSTAR, our MotoGP team, we are pleased to extend the partnership to our MotoAmerica Superbike racing efforts here in the United States.”

Team Hammer ECSTAR Suzuki riders for the 2020 racing season will be announced soon.

About Suzuki

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (SMAI) distributes Motorcycles, ATVs, Scooters, Outboard Motors and Automotive Parts and Accessories via an extensive dealer network throughout 49 states. Suzuki Motor Corporation (SMC), based in Hamamatsu, Japan, is a diversified worldwide manufacturer of Motorcycles, ATVs, Scooters, Automobiles, Outboard Motors and related products. Founded in 1909 and incorporated in 1920, SMC has business relations with 201 countries/regions. For more information, visit www.suzuki.com.

About Team Hammer

The 2020 season will mark Team Hammer’s 40th consecutive year of operating as a professional road racing team. Racebikes built and fielded by Team Hammer have won 83 AMA Pro and MotoAmerica National races, have finished on AMA Pro and MotoAmerica National podiums 234 times and have won seven AMA Pro and MotoAmerica National Championships, as well as two FIM South American Championships. The team has also won 137 endurance races overall (including seven 24-hour races) and 13 Overall WERA National Endurance Championships with Suzuki motorcycles, and holds the U.S. record for mileage covered in a 24-hour race. The team also competed in the televised 1990s Formula USA National Championship, famously running “Methanol Monster” GSX-R1100 Superbikes fueled by methanol, and won four F-USA Championships.

MotoAmerica: Series Reached Record Number Of Fans In 2019

David Swarts

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December 18, 2019

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MotoAmerica: Series Reached Record Number Of Fans In 2019

MotoAmerica Announces Record Numbers

Best Year In History With Total Viewership Topping 400,000 Per Event

COSTA MESA, CA (December 18, 2019) – MotoAmerica is proud to announce that its broadcast TV ratings, live and on-demand streaming numbers, social media presence and race attendance grew by leaps and bounds in 2019, with the broadcast TV audience alone up more than double from 2018. In total, viewership for race programming alone averaged over 400,000 viewers per race weekend for a total that topped 4.2 million.

MotoAmerica has announced record growth with its broadcast TV ratings, live and on-demand streaming, social media presence and race attendance from the 2019 season.
Year-on-year numbers for MotoAmerica’s broadcast TV viewership from its shows on NBC Sports Network and Fox Sports 2 were up 134 percent over the 2018 season that aired on beIN Sports. In total, MotoAmerica’s 200-plus hours of race programming was viewed 1.7 million times. In addition to the on-air viewership, over two million more race programming views came via YouTube, MotoAmerica’s social media, Eurosport and in dealerships, such as Cycle Gear retail outlets across the country.

The 2019 racing season also saw the debut of MotoAmerica Live+, the series’ hugely successful live and on-demand streaming service. MotoAmerica Live+ accounted for 347,000 views of race programming with fans watching 105,000 hours of action.

Social media also exploded in 2019 with followers on the three MotoAmerica social media channels – Facebook, Instagram and Twitter – growing 33 percent over 2018 with impressions up a whopping 229 percent. Fan interaction also went through the roof in 2019 with MotoAmerica boasting one of the highest engagement ratios in all of motorsport with the Facebook page alone accounting for a 227 percent increase in engagement. The class-leading metrics have held true even in the off-season with MotoAmerica’s social media typically eclipsing the 35 percent mark in fan interaction against its base of followers.

MotoAmerica’s digital exposure from the “Off Track with Carruthers and Bice” podcast, its website MotoAmerica.com, the bi-monthly newsletter and the MotoAmerica YouTube channel also grew substantially – led by the MotoAmerica YouTube channel’s 50 percent increase over 2018.

Additionally, MotoAmerica’s attendance increased at nine of its 10 events in 2019 with 320,547 spectators attending races in the 2019 series.

“We are extremely pleased with the growth of our TV and social media numbers,” said MotoAmerica President Wayne Rainey. “Our new TV packages with FS2 and NBC Sports Network were popular with our existing fans and also attracted new fans, which added up to increased numbers across the board. We also started our MotoAmerica Live+ streaming service in 2019 and it was a home run for us as it continued to grow throughout the season as people became more aware of both the quality and the amount of coverage we were able to provide from each event. As for our social media, the numbers were simply phenomenal with our fans proving every day just how totally engaged they are in MotoAmerica – whether that be on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.”

The 10-round 2020 MotoAmerica Series begins April 3-5 at the Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas.

About MotoAmerica

MotoAmerica is the North American road racing series created in 2014 that is home to the AMA Superbike Championship. MotoAmerica is an affiliate of KRAVE Group LLC, a partnership that includes three-time 500cc World Champion, two-time AMA Superbike Champion, and AMA Hall of Famer Wayne Rainey, ex-racer and former manager of Team Roberts Chuck Aksland, motorsports marketing executive Terry Karges, and businessman Richard Varner. For more information on MotoAmerica, visit www.MotoAmerica.com. Also make sure to follow MotoAmerica on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

RPM Act Protecting The Right To Convert Street Vehicles Into Race-Only Vehicles Introduced In Congress

David Swarts

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December 18, 2019

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RPM Act Protecting The Right To Convert Street Vehicles Into Race-Only Vehicles Introduced In Congress

RPM Act Introduced in U.S. House of Representatives

— Now is the time for Congress to pass legislation to save our racecars —

WASHINGTON, D.C. (December 17, 2019) – SEMA President & CEO Chris Kersting today commended U.S. Representatives Patrick McHenry (R-NC) and Raul Ruiz (D-CA) for introducing H.R. 5434, the Recognizing the Protection of Motorsports Act of 2019 (RPM Act). The RPM Act of 2019 includes five other original sponsors: Reps. Richard Hudson (R-NC), Kurt Schrader (D-OR), Bill Posey (R-FL), Gil Cisneros (D-CA), and Michael Burgess (R-TX). This bipartisan bill protects Americans’ right to convert street vehicles into dedicated racecars and the motorsports-parts industry’s ability to sell products that enable racers to compete.

The RPM Act reverses the EPA’s interpretation that the Clean Air Act does not allow a motor vehicle designed for street use—including a car, truck, or motorcycle—to be converted into a dedicated racecar. This American tradition was unquestioned for nearly 50 years until 2015 when the EPA took the position that converted vehicles must remain emissions-compliant, even though they are no longer driven on public streets or highways.

“SEMA looks forward to working with Congress to enact the RPM Act and make permanent the Clean Air Act’s original intention that race vehicle conversions are legal,” said Kersting. “We thank Representatives McHenry and Ruiz for introducing a bipartisan bill that will protect racing and the businesses that produce, install, and sell the parts that enable racers to compete.”

The RPM Act is well positioned to become law in 2020. The bill cleared several major legislative hurdles in the previous Congress, including passage by the U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee and hearings in the House and Senate.

“I am proud to help protect our nation’s automotive heritage and ensure motorsports enthusiasts across the country can continue the time-honored tradition of modifying stock vehicles for competitive racing,” said Rep. Patrick McHenry.

H.R. 5434 is the House counterpart to the Senate’s version of the bill, S. 2602, which was introduced by Senators Richard Burr (R-NC) and Joe Manchin (D-WV) and currently has 28 bipartisan cosponsors.

“Racing has always been close to my heart from the countless hours I spent with my father at the track,” said Rep. Raul Ruiz. “I am glad to support car owners and race enthusiasts around the country in their passion for racing, working on cars, and sharing moments with their sons and daughters under the hood.”

Motorsports competition involves tens of thousands of participants and vehicle owners each year, both amateur and professional. Retail sales of racing products make up a nearly $2 billion market annually. Most of the vehicles raced on the estimated 1,300 racetracks operating across the U.S. are converted vehicles that the EPA considers to be illegal.

It is important that members of Congress hear from the racing and automotive enthusiast communities about the importance of passing the RPM Act into law in 2020. To write a letter to your members of Congress, visit www.sema.org/rpm.

About SEMA

SEMA, the Specialty Equipment Market Association founded in 1963, represents the $44.6 billion specialty automotive industry. The industry provides appearance, performance, comfort, convenience and technology products for passenger and recreational vehicles. Association resources include market research, legislative advocacy, training and product development support, as well as leading trade shows such as the SEMA Show in Las Vegas, NV, and the Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Trade Show in Indianapolis, IN. For more information, visit www.sema.org, www.semashow.com, or www.performanceracing.com.

Ducati’s “Ready 4 Red” Tour Coming To 29 U.S. Cities In 2020

David Swarts

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December 17, 2019

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Ducati’s “Ready 4 Red” Tour Coming To 29 U.S. Cities In 2020

Ducati “Ready 4 Red” sets off on 29-city tour inviting guests to exciting evenings filled with new 2020 models and World of Ducati experiences

29-stop U.S. city tour begins January 15, 2020

New Streetfighter V4 headlines tour along with new 2020 model lineup

New Ducati e-bike MIG-RR to make first U.S. appearance

Ducati SuMisura, a bespoke leather race suit fitting and customization service at select events.

Local Desmo Owners Clubs to participate, sharing local member activities

Mountain View, Calif., December 17, 2019 – Ducati today announced their coast to coast “Ready 4 Red” tour. Covering 29 U.S. cities, the “Ready 4 Red” tour is a series of entertaining evening experiences that invite local communities to come together and discover the new 2020 Ducati lineup and learn about the active and welcoming World of Ducati.

The “Ready 4 Red” tour will present an inclusive and inviting atmosphere for seasoned motorcyclists, non-riders and new riders alike, showcasing Ducati’s new 2020 lineup, including the highly anticipated Ducati Streetfighter V4 alongside the Panigale V2, Panigale V4, Multistrada 1260 Grand Tour, Diavel 1260 S, Hypermotard SP and the new Scrambler Icon Dark.

Ducati’s new e-bike, the MIG-RR e-mountain bike, will also make its North America public debut in preparation of its U.S. availability in 2020.

In addition to the two-wheeled entertainment, guests will have the opportunity to see the latest apparel collections and “Ducati SuMisura” at select locations — a bespoke fitting service which allow users to customize their own leather suit in terms of graphics options and manufacturing to suit the rider’s specific physique.

Local Desmo Owners Club members (DOC) will also be attending to share with visitors their range of regular activities, ride-outs, events and the overall benefits of joining the Ducati family.

With the tour beginning on January 15, “Ready 4 Red” events will be open to everyone through a free online RSVP process. For more information and to register, please visit: http://bit.ly/2sb9nF0

2020 “Ready 4 Red” Tour

January 15, 2020 – Chicago, IL

January 16, 2020 – St. Louis, MO

January 17, 2020 – Indianapolis, IN

January 18, 2020 – Detroit, MI

January 21, 2020 – Pittsburgh, PA

January 22, 2020 – Rockville, MD

January 23, 2020 – Philadelphia, PA

January 24, 2020 – Foxboro, MA

January 25, 2020 – Manchester, NH

January 28, 2020 – Charlotte, NC

January 29, 2020 – Atlanta, GA

January 30, 2020 – Jacksonville, FL

January 31, 2020 – Sanford, FL

February 1, 2020 – Miami, FL

February 4, 2020 – Pensacola, FL

February 5, 2020 – New Orleans, LA

February 6, 2020 – Houston, TX

February 7, 2020 – Austin, TX

February 8, 2020 – Dallas, TX

February 11, 2020 – Kansas City, MO

February 12, 2020 – Denver, CO

February 13, 2020 – Salt Lake City, UT

February 15, 2020 – Las Vegas, NV

February 19, 2020 – Phoenix, AZ

February 20, 2020 – San Diego, CA

February 22, 2020 – San Francisco, CA

February 24, 2020 – Sacramento, CA

February 27, 2020 – Portland, OR

February 28, 2020 – Seattle, WA

Dick Klamfoth, Three-Time Daytona 200 Winner And AMA Hall Of Famer, R.I.P.

David Swarts

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December 17, 2019

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Dick Klamfoth, Three-Time Daytona 200 Winner And AMA Hall Of Famer, R.I.P.

American Motorcyclist Association extends condolences on passing of Dick Klamfoth

Hall of Famer was first three-time winner of Daytona 200 race

PICKERINGTON, Ohio — The American Motorcyclist Association offers its condolences to the family and friends of AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Dick Klamfoth, who passed away Dec. 13. He was 91.

Mr. Klamfoth was inducted into the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in 1998.

He scored his 12 victories in AMA Grand National competition, three of which came in the Daytona 200 — in 1949, 1951 and 1952. He was the first rider to win the Daytona 200 three times and went on to be a motorcycle dealership owner and race promoter.

“Dick Klamfoth was a very talented racer who turned in several amazing performances in one of the nation’s most historic motorcycle competition events,” AMA Chief Operations Officer Jeff Massey said. “He is one of the legends of American racing, and we wish his family fortitude during this difficult time.”

Born in Columbus, Ohio, in 1928, Klamfoth got into motorcycle riding after getting his driver’s license at age 14. He began taking part in enduros after graduating from high school in 1946. He competed in enduros and flat track races in Ohio for three years before getting his first taste of racing on the Daytona Beach circuit in 1948. He finished runner-up in the amateur class that year, and the next year claimed his first Daytona 200 victory.

Klamfoth won the Daytona 200 again in 1951 and in 1952, while scoring a runner-up finish in 1950. His record of three victories stood for more than 45 years before being broken by AMA Hall of Famer Scott Russell.

After finishing fifth in his final appearance in the Daytona 200 in 1964, Klamfoth became a Honda dealership owner and operated the Honda Hills Motocross Complex in Thornville, Ohio.

To learn more about Dick Klamfoth, visit www.motorcyclemuseum.org/halloffame/detail.aspx?RacerID=71.

About the American Motorcyclist Association

Founded in 1924, the AMA is a not-for-profit member-based association whose mission is to promote the motorcycle lifestyle and protect the future of motorcycling. As the world’s largest motorcycling rights and event sanctioning organization, the AMA advocates for riders’ interests at all levels of government and sanctions thousands of competition and recreational events every year. The AMA also provides money-saving discounts on products and services for its members. Through the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Pickerington, Ohio, the AMA honors the heroes and heritage of motorcycling. For more information, visit www.americanmotorcyclist.com.

Not a member? Join the AMA today: www.americanmotorcyclist.com/mobile-join

Revamped AMA Supermoto Championship Taking Shape For 2020

December 20, 2019

Action from an AMA Supermoto event. Photo courtesy of AMA Supermoto.