2019 American Motorcyclist Association Annual Report — Racing
Motorcycle racing in America captures the hearts and minds of hundreds of thousands of fans, riders and racers of all experience levels. It is one of the most diverse sports on the planet, with active members from all social and economic backgrounds, ages and regions of the country. The AMA works with motorcycle clubs and promoters to develop programs, events and series to attract racers and keep them coming back to the sport year after year. Through longstanding relationships with organizers and members and its status as the sole U.S. affiliate of the international sanctioning body, the AMA is the only legitimate sanctioning body for the vast majority of motorcycle sport in America.
Q – How many members compete in AMA events, and how long has the American Motorcyclist Association been involved in racing?
A – Every year, tens of thousands of motorcycling enthusiasts participate in AMA-sanctioned competition events.
• We have been sanctioning amateur, pro-am and professional motorcycle racing across America since the inception of the AMA in 1924.
• AMA members compete in sanctioned events on asphalt, dirt, sand, ice and gravel.
• AMA-sanctioned events are the top-tier of motorcycle racing in the country, and these events are where the fastest riders develop their skills.
Q — How is the AMA involved with promoting clubs and professional promoters on the amateur level?
A The AMA maintains relationships with many promoting clubs and professional promoters, creating comprehensive amateur racing programs in all competition disciplines.
Q – How many competition events did the AMA sanction in 2019?
A — The AMA sanctioned 2,661 amateur and pro-am competition events in the following disciplines: Arenacross, Flat Track, Enduro, EnduroCross, Extreme Off-Road, Hare Scrambles/GNCC, Hare and Hound, Hillclimb, Ice Racing, Land Speed, Motocross, MotoTrials, Pro-Am Motocross, Road Racing, Speedway, Supermoto, Vintage Racing, and International Competition.
Q – Does the AMA participate in professional competition, as well?
A – The AMA sanctions numerous professional competitive series in collaboration with management and marketing partners.
• AMA Supercross, promoted by Feld Motor Sports, is one of the highest profile motorsports in the world.
• MotoAmerica is the AMA’s partner in professional road racing in America.
Q – Do AMA racers compete on the international stage?
A — The AMA is the sole U.S. affiliate of the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme, the motorcycle sanctioning body for international competition. The AMA sends teams to prestigious events, including the International Six Days Enduro, Motocross of Nations, Junior Motocross World Championship, Trial des Nations and Speedway World Cup. AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman is the president of the North American Continental Union of the FIM, which gives him a seat on the FIM Board of Directors. He also is a member of the FIM Executive Committee and serves as chairman of the Finance Committee.
Q – Where can I view racing results for AMA competitors?
A – The AMA Race Center provides an easy-to-use web interface with full results and advancement points, cross-linked results by rider or track, rider performance charts, a comprehensive search function and coming events.
Q — Does the AMA sanction vintage racing?
Vintage racing is a significant part of the AMA’s racing programs. The AMA has vintage programs in all disciplines and crowns AMA Champions at AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days.
Q – Where can riders learn more about getting started in AMA racing?
A — AMA-sanctioned motorcycle racing is the most exciting, accessible and affordable motorsport in the world. Get started here.
AMA Championship Banquet
On Dec. 7, 2019, hundreds gathered in Columbus, Ohio to honor the 2019 season’s fastest amateur motorcycle racers and top event organizers at the KTM AMA Championship Banquet at the Hilton Columbus Downtown. AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman highlighted the importance of those in attendance to the sport.
“This night is for the riders, racers and their families who invest emotion, time and money into the sport we all love,” Dingman said. “Your dedication and passion are the fuel that powers AMA racing and riding. You are the heart of the most expansive sanctioned motorsports program in the world. Thank you for your commitment to motorcycling in all its forms.”
The AMA Championship Banquet recognizes AMA champions of all ages, experience levels and disciplines.
The evening’s program was emceed by Laurette Nicoll and Kevin Kelly.
AMA Championship Series and events
AMA Supermoto National Championship Series
AMA Youth Speedway National Championship
AMA Speedway National Championship Series
AMA Road Race Grand Championship
AMA Speedway Pairs National Championship
AMA Speedway Sidecar National Championship
AMA RSD Super Hooligan National Championship
2019 AMA National Speedway Championship
AMA Vintage Road Race Grand Championship
AMA Land Speed Grand Championship
FIM World Record Attempt
AMA Ice Race Grand Championship
AMA Hillclimb Grand Championship
AMA Vintage Flat Track National Championship Series
AMA Flat Track Grand Championship
Kenda AMA Tennessee Knock Out Extreme Off-Road Grand Championship
AMA NATC Mototrials National Championship
Kenda SRT AMA National Hare And Hound Championship
AMA National Enduro Championship
AMA Endurocross Series
AMA Vintage Trials Grand Championship
AMA Grand National Cross Country Championship
AMA Vintage Hare Scramble Grand Championship
AMA ATV Motocross National Championship Series
Rocky Mountain ATV/MC AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship
AMA Vintage Motocross Grand Championship
Supercross Futures, An AMA National Championship
AMA Congress
AMA Congress took place on Dec. 6, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio. During AMA Congress, AMA Commission members met to discuss the creation and enforcement of technical and operational rules and guidelines for AMA amateur competition events and activities sanctioned by the American Motorcyclist Association. The following Commissions take part in AMA Congress:
Flat Track Commission
Medical/Safety Commission
Motocross Commission
Off-Road Commission
Specialized Sports Commission
Sporting Commission
Technical Commission
Trials Commission