Ama pro flat track has set up a memorial fund for kainz and mcgrane. Steve nace racing brings the ama all star national flat track series and the ama amateur and vintage national series to volusia speedway park march 8 through march 11. View detailed information about the ama vintage flat track national championship. District 17 rule book welcome to ama district 17 club.
Do american flat tracks rules changes go too far to help. And an offroad poker run provides a lowerkey competition in the infield. Days of privateer underdogs making the main are over in the time ive reported on flattrack, the sports premier class has changed its name, and the whole sports come under new ownership and teams and riders have adapted to sweeping new technical rules. This page is dedicated to the continual revival of americas true motorcycle sport, flat track oval and tt racing on. The directors of dscc shall receive complimentary admission and rider entry to all dscc clubpromoter point paying events. By participating in an american flat track event, each licensed participant agrees to abide by ama pro racing s rules and procedures. The flat track race on saturday night at the ashland county fairgrounds is the seventh round of the 2019 ama vintage flat track national championship series. Two riders killed during ama pro flat track race at sonoma. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask. Jan, 2016 the flat track spirit, all in all, has remained rugged and raw. The schedule includes three rounds on halfmile tracks and eight rounds on short tracks, before wrapping up with the series final rounds at the threeeighthsmile plymouth speedway in plymouth, indiana. John tibben earned national number 60, from 195970, and is ama number 37236. Riders converge on these tracks, many of which have been operating for decades, to battle for bragging rights, trophies and pro. Ama vintage flat track and mid american speedway flat track ama vintage classes 1920s class a bikes 250cc vintage bikes from the 60s, 70s, 80s.
Barberville, fla volusia county speedway half mile march 10. Round 1 of the 2020 ama vintage flat track national championship series takes place at oglethorpe speedway park, alongside the ama daytona bike week flat track championship. Last month, american flat track issued an faq memo on the topic of the newfor2020 supertwins premier class. Ama district 14 will fully comply with governor whitmers executive stayathome order issued today at 11. The amas heavyhanded approach drove honda out of flat track, and ushered in an era of uninterrupted harley dominance that was not good for the gnc. Since 1975, the ama flat track grand championship has pitted top amateur flat trackers against each other in friendly competition.
American flat track is sanctioned by ama pro racing and is the only nationallysanctioned professional flat track motorcycle racing championship. Riding numbers 1 through 10 will be assigned to the top 10 riders in ama d14 dirt track competition according to overall points earned the previous year. The ama amateur competition rulebook is for the exclusive use of amachartered clubs and promoters running amasanctioned events. See more ideas about flat tracker, tracker motorcycle and flat track racing.
Flat track rules are included in the ama amateur competition rulebook. The american flat track championships series is back for 2019 with a 20race schedule. The ama pro flat track finale held on friday and the firstever superprestigio of the americas held on saturday featured the fastest flat trackers in the country. Any design not clearly documented as period design must be submitted for written approval by ama racing at least 30 days prior to competition. Jan 05, 2016 the 14round 2016 ama vintage dirt track national championship series will kick off with a halfmile event on saturday, march 5, in savannah, ga. Ama, ama vintage flat track series, ama vintage motorcycle days, american motorcyclist association, midohio sports car course 1 comment. Many could point out that the rules favored flathead engines.
Events held throughout the year include flat track, enduros, hare scrambles, mud and snow scrambles, adventure rides, and road rides. Please pay attention to these rules they will be strongly enforced for our 2020 d14 dirt track series. Hd built the kr750 between 1952 and 1969, when better street bikes were readily available, but ama rules did not allow them on the track. Ahrma is the best historic racing organization in the united states. Dirt track racing has been the mainstay of american motorcycling since. American flat track has announced it is going to make major changesincluding restricting entry to 16 contracted riders or teamsin its premier. Official facebook page of american flat track, americas original extreme sport. The ama rule book shall be followed in its entirety, however this supplement shall govern those cases not provided for in the rule book. More than 20 american motorcyclist associationsanctioned. This page is dedicated to the continual revival of americas true motorcycle sport, flat track oval and tt racing on fire breathing, nickel plated, ageless two wheeled monsters. The longtime successful ama flat track racer and ambassador for the sport is a member of the ama motorcycle hall of fame 2004 and lives in victor, iowa. Any changes to rules after rule books are printed will always be posted online.
The american flat track aft championship series features the best riders in the world facing off on oval and tt tracks. If you have questions, call 614 8561900 and ask for the appropriate discipline manager for the event. Volusia speedway park the worlds fastest half mile. Jul 16, 2019 vintage flattrack motorcycle racing see more ideas about racing, flat track racing and flat. Square deal riders is a nonprofit motorcycle club formed in 1937 dedicated to the betterment of all forms of motorcycling. More information is available at round 1 of the 2019 ama vintage flat track national championship series takes place at oglethorpe speedway park, alongside the ama daytona bike week flat track championship.
Flat track mandatory riders briefing ashland county fairgrounds 4. The popular pit bike races and holeshot competition returns in 2019. This is not a ama district 16 ran page, only information. Throughout the year, racers will compete for points with hopes of earning a coveted ama national no. Pooler, ga oglethorpe speedway half mile canceled march 9. February 11, 2020 american flat track and yamaha motor corp. See more ideas about flat tracker, flat track motorcycle and flat track racing. Worked with ama track racing manager on the language of. Your source for flat track motorcycleatv racing information in the great state of wisconsin. Flat track registration ashland county fairgrounds gate 5, baney road 3. The ama s heavyhanded approach drove honda out of flat track, and ushered in an era of uninterrupted harley dominance that was not good for the gnc. Amasanctioned events run according to the rules developed and written by ama congress, the rulesmaking body of the ama composed of ama organizers. Catch all the action on nbcsn and trackpass on nbc. Ama racing has announced the class structure for ama sanctioned vintage dirt track events.
All d16 flat track and ice race classes are designated as either youth, amateur, or aa. The flat track competition is held nearby at the ashland county fairgrounds and is a round of the ama vintage flat track national championship series. All that happened long before michael lock the current boss of american flat track had anything to do with the sport. See 20182019 ama rule book for 1980s vintage 750 cc for proper. The uniquely american sport is famous for the harley davidson versus indian rivalry that was rekindled when indian reemerged with a factory team in 2017 but the series also features riders on several other brands. All that happened long before michael lock the current boss of american flat track. Click on a button below for your discipline to jump to the selected schedule. The race is in conjunction with the first round of the 2020 ama vintage flat track national championship series. To the members of the american flat track community, as we prepare to announce an updated race schedule for what has proven to be a challenging 2020 season, we wanted to inform our partners, stakeholders and community of the various processes that have been. Flat track practice begins ashland county fairgrounds 5. Vintage racing rules are included in the ama amateur competition rulebook. Ahrma has events in roadracing, vintage motocross, post vintage motocross, next gen motocross, observed trials, cross country and dirt track. American flat track motorcycle racing series unveils 2019.
For a complete list of ama vintage dirt track classes and rules visit the ama website. American flat track, the worlds premier dirt track motorcycle racing series and one of the longestrunning championships in the history of motorsports televised on. Apparel, hats, stickers decals, graphics and goodies. The below classes will be run at all ama sanctioned dirt track meets, such as the dirt track program at the ama racing vintage grand championships and other ama sanctioned vintage dirt track events and series. Ama announces 2019 ama vintage flat track national. All ahrma members are invited to attend agendas to be announced prior to each meeting. You can click on either racer and easily donate a set amount to help their families with expenses. Please pay attention to these rules they will be strongly enforced for our 2019 d14 dirt track series. Round 7 of the 2017 ama vintage dirt track national championship series takes place at the nearby ashland county fairgrounds in ashland, ohio. Certain classes are eligible for the track racing ama vintage grand championship. Cams round 6 and sacs round 4 kick off monsters 2012 motocross racing season.
Where we are keeping the past fast whether youre a roadracer or an offroad competitor, we have events for all. Rules and applications american flat track ama pro racing. In addition, american flat track licensed riders may be held responsible for the actions of their crew members. Its not the first time change has upset the traditional flattrack paddock, but this time is a little different. Ama sanctioned events run according to the rules developed and. The ama vintage flat track national championship series recognizes national.
Dec 09, 20 abctv race of champions, ama postchampionship invitational motorcycle half mile dirt track, san jose california. The below classes will be run at all ama sanctioned dirt track meets, such as the dirt track program at the ama racing vintage grand championships and other ama sanctioned vintage dirt track. Violation of american flat track rules and procedures can lead to forfeiture. Throughout the past couple of seasons, race tech has been nearly unbeatable at the ama pro flat track singles events capturing 70% of the available top 5 finishes, 3 of 4 main event wins, 8 out of a possible 12 podium spots, and 100% of the tt event wins in 2014. The ama vintage flat track national championship series recognizes. It is fairly pronounced banking low, then fairly flat. Flat track practice begins ashland county fairgrounds. And i have to thank john tibben for bringing his vintage racing bike back to the museum. Flat track racing american motorcyclist association. The 14round 2016 ama vintage dirt track national championship series will kick off with a halfmile event on saturday, march 5, in savannah, ga. Barberville, fla volusia county speedway short track may 2. Welcome to ahrma american historic racing motorcycle association. Ama, camel pro, winston, mile, half mile short track and tt.
Class winners are honored at the annual ama championship banquet, which recognizes national champions in all amateur racing disciplines. Ama sanctioned events run according to the rules developed and written by ama. Mansfield just down the road would be better, but a deep cushion track unlike ashland. New american flat track rules to exclude privateers from.
Riders converge on these tracks, many of which have been operating for decades, to battle for bragging rights, trophies and proam purses. Aug 28, 2015 history of ama pro flat track racing the america motorcycle association ama took on the great duty of making flat racing legit in the early 20th century, known to have been connected to events. Polaris slingshots drive for good campaign will turn test drives. Activities at the event include the ama vintage grand championship, which features road racing, motocross, hare scrambles, trials and flat track racing. Riders 4 and older are permitted to compete in motocross. Ama minor releases will be available at rider registration at the event, however, parents, legal guardians or. Vintage flat track calendar west and national aft events. Announcements sorry to report that the muddobbers family enduro scheduled for june th has been postponed. A list of modern support classes and preentry forms will be posted by friday, april 20th.
Check out more numbers from race techs 2014 ama pro flat track singles events. In addition to the ama flat track grand championship, the ama sanctions numerous local flat track events all over the country. The race is in conjunction with the first round of the 2019 ama vintage flat track national championship series. Action from a 2018 ama vintage flat track national championship series event at the ashland county fairgrounds in ashland, ohio. Sunday, march 8, its the ama all star national flat track series on the half mile. Jul 23, 2019 american flat track has announced it is going to make major changesincluding restricting entry to 16 contracted riders or teamsin its premier class, aft twins, which will become aft supertwins. Like design is frames, swing arms and forks must be of period design and materials pre1975 for vintage and pre1978 for evolution 1. These rules apply to events conducted as part of american flat track, an annual calendar of races determining national rider and manufacturer championships, rookie of the year and other special awards. Effective for the 2017 season all minors must complete an ama minor release to eligible to compete at the ama vintage grand championships. Steve nace, the company owner, has been involved in racing since 1969. Vintage motorcycle racing is accessible, exciting and one of the most thrilling sports on the planet.
One weekend in midnovember, in las vegas, was no exception. The ama vintage flat track national championship series recognizes national champions in periodcorrect classes that reflect the storied history of ama flat track competition. Riders 12 years of age and older can compete in trials, hare scrambles and dirttrack events. Opinions in the paddock are mixed, but any way you look at it, the change trades some of the old bluecollar ethos, in which a privateer can come in and compete with the top pros, for some motogpstyle elitism. Riders 12 years of age and older can compete in trials, hare scrambles and dirt track events.
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