Perry King to emcee 2014 American Honda AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, presented by Harley-Davidson

PICKERINGTON, Ohio, Oct. 11, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Hollywood actor and longtime motorcyclist Perry King will serve as the master of ceremonies for the 2014 American Honda AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, presented by Harley-Davidson, on Friday, Oct. 17, at the Chapin Theater in the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla. The induction ceremony takes place during the 2014 AMA Convention, Oct. 16-19, in conjunction with the American International Motorcycle Expo.

"It is a tremendous honor for me to pay tribute to my heroes and motorcycling's best and brightest as the emcee of the 2014 AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony," said King, a member of the AMA Board of Directors. "I've been fortunate to perform this role for a number of years now, and each event is a treasured time for the inductees, and their families, friends and fans.

"I encourage all those who love motorcycling to join me for a memorable evening," King said.

The American Honda AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, presented by Harley-Davidson, will officially welcome the Hall of Fame Class of 2014, which includes race tuner and innovator Byron Hines; motocross pioneer Pierre Karsmakers; Tom White, acclaimed motorcycle collector, former nationally ranked racer and founder of White Brothers Cycle Specialties; George Barber, founder of the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum and the Barber Motorsports Park; national off-road racing champion Scott Summers; AMA motocross champion and current supercross/motocross team manager Mike LaRocco; and legendary tuner, engine builder and team owner Rob Muzzy.

Also honored will be AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Legend William "Willie G." Davidson. Willie G. is the grandson of Harley-Davidson founder William A. Davidson and is responsible for many of the innovative motorcycle designs that ushered in a new era for the iconic company.

Vintage Thunder Valley

Thunder Valley track in Lakewood modified for vintage dirtbike races By Austin Briggs YourHub Reporter Posted:   10/09/2014 12:01:00 AM MDT    Larry Flint takes his 1980 Yamaha YZ250 through a corner on the race track at Thunder Valley in Lakewood on Oct. 3. Rocky Mountain Vintage Motocross Club is bringing vintage MX racing to Thunder Valley for the first time on Oct. 12. (Seth McConnell, YourHub)     LAKEWOOD —Dirt bikes used to be heavy, rough, unreliable pieces of machinery. The guys who rode them were the definition of gnarly. The rules were minimal and riders often worked full-time jobs so they could travel the country racing for bragging rights. Members of the Rocky Mountain Vintage Motocross Club are bringing back vintage motocross racing to Jefferson County this Sunday, Oct. 12. They've modified the track at Thunder Valley in Lakewood to replicate the original, more mellow tracks the old motocross machines once roared over by reducing the taller, steeper jumps and smoothing rough spots. "This is the first time we've done this, and it's really cool," said Thunder Valley owner David Claybaugh. "The surface will be hard-packed and smooth, versus deep and loamy." It's not only a chance for the old-school racers to relive their youth, but also offers an opportunity for families and modern racers to sign up on race day to ride a modified pro-caliber track alongside Colorado motocross legends. "We basically have a class for everyone who has a dirt bike," said club president Morris Herbert, 58. "We've developed a neat culture of people who want to come out, have fun in a laid-back atmosphere and have a chance to race a less intimidating track." Herbert said the club formed about five years ago and has rapidly expanded to about 250 members who run the gamut from youngsters, families, women and people who haven't been on a dirt bike since Richard Nixon was president. They race on about seven different modified tracks on the Front Range. "It's really one of the greatest groups of people you'd want to be around," said Gerry Fostvedt, 54, a pro racer from the late 1970s and '80s. "Vintage bikes cost a lot less than modern ones, and the club is a great way to bring people back into this sport for not that much money." The Maicos, Elsinores, Bultacos, Yamahas, Husqvarnas and other dirt bikes from the '70s and 80s will be on the track this Sunday. The old bikes often weighed more than 300 pounds, had minimal suspension and shocks and were hard to handle and unforgiving. "If you come up short and make a mistake, the modern bikes are much more forgiving and won't send you to the hospital like the vintage bikes can," said Larry Flint, a multiple award winner in vintage racing classes. Fostvedt said he gained his racing chops in Colorado as a teenager in the 1970s before turning pro at the age of 21. He recalls working a full-time job to save money for parts and traveling around the country in a van packed with his racing buddies and dirt bikes. "Those were fun times in all of our lives," Fostvedt said. "For me, it taught lifelong lessons in core values; I had to work to buy parts, spent time training and competing ... that's something we want to share with other people and have fun doing it." Austin Briggs: 303-954-1729 or abriggs@denverpost.com

McGrath & Matrix Concepts Together

Jeremy McGrath & Matrix Concepts Continue Relations

The King of Supercross Jeremy McGrath / McGrath Motorsports and leading garage and track necessities brand Matrix Concepts continue relationship into 2015. We are honored to have Jeremy use, test, and help develop our line of products. 

Jeremy uses all of our Custom ID motorcycle stands, ramps, tie-downs, mats, and utility cans. On top of using the core product, he also uses some of our accessories on the truck racing side. The M51 & M52 Funnels, M21 Worx Trays, and the M50 Roller Caddy are all stocked in his race shop

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New Mexico Track To Reopen

City's Motocross Track may enter new management agreement

October 7, 2014, 4:50 pm

By Joey Peters

After fits and starts involving temporary closures during the past two years, the city's only official motocross track is on the verge of staying open on a permanent basis. 

During tomorrow's evening session, City Council will vote on allowing a nonprofit to manage the publicly owned Buckman Motocross Track.

The track, which first opened in 1968, is a 55-acre obstacle course located near NM 599 for mountain biking, motorbiking and ATV riding. Two years ago, the city completed upgrades on the track totaling nearly $500,000.

But the city closed access to the track later that year, citing problems with potential liability. Some of those issues included problems with a nearby arroyo, a potentially dangerous intersection and fencing issues. The city eventually hired Great Outdoors Colorado to put together a plan to resolve the issues. 

The track opened again earlier this summer, but problems remain with the city's inability to manage the maintenance that the track requires. Another issue lies in the fact of no existing national standards for motocross tracks. 

Several of the people who ride on the track, however, have stepped up to fill the void.

"To maintain a track like that you've got to be out there every day," says Bette Booth, who chairs the city's Parks and Open Space Commission. "People who use it are willing to do that." 

I Ride NM is a nonprofit recently established by Daniel Coriz, who regularly uses the track for leisure activities. The contract City Council is scheduled to vote on tomorrow would allow I Ride NM to take charge of the maintenance while the city still technically manages the track.

Booth says that she believes public-nonprofit partnerships like this have great potential for how city parks should run in the future.

"The city will bring out the equipment but the volunteers will maintain it because they ride it," she says.

Coriz, for his part, says the contract will keep the track accessible. 

"We just want to see the place stay open to the general public," he says. "For a lot of people it's a release."

Hundreds participate in Tieton motocross event

 TIETON, Wash. -- Hundreds jumped on their bikes for the Vintage Motocross Race in Tieton Sunday. Riders were jumping dirt hills on the Jim Pomeroy Memorial Track.

There were more than a dozen races throughout the day. Riders from all over the Pacific Northwest came to participate.

Unwrapped toys were also donated for the Toys for Tots drive.

A motocross rider says the races are a fun adrenaline rush.

"A lot of the fun is of course racing, the competition, but also the comradery,” said Lance Forsee. “You're with a group of people that have shared interests so it's just a lot of fun to get to know people."

The race is part of the Pacific Northwest Vintage Motocross Racing Series.

Red Bull Straight Rhythm Racing!

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Motocross riders debut straight line racing at Fairplex

Marvin Musquin, left, and Ryan Dungey take part in a testing session on the Red Bull Straight Rhythm course at Thing Ranch in Alpine. Musquin says the unique course at Fairplex in Pomona should even the playing field. (Garth Milan/Red Bull)  

By Louis Brewster, Inland Valley Daily Bulletin

It’s nothing new for motocross riders to soar high into the air while traveling more than 70 feet over the course.

However, it’ll be a new experience for some of the most noted riders in the country this weekend at Fairplex in Pomona.

On the same drag strip made famous by NHRA, but in the opposite direction, the Red Bull Straight Rhythm will make its debut Saturday after a practice session Friday. The $100,000 purse has attracted the top riders, including Travis Pastrana, who will return to the motocross scene after a five-year layoff.

The concept is unique in that rather than going around a 1,500-foot course, the riders will go side-by-side for about 3,000 feet. And, according to track engineer Dane Herron, the times will be equal to one lap around the shorter courses.

Additionally, fans will get a close-up view as the temporary course has been built on the drag-racing return road.

Herron has overseen the construction of the course, built with 10,000 cubic yards of dirt, that will start at drag racing’s top end, weave around the scoring pylons and finish in front of the grandstands.

“Most people who know me know that it’s really tough for me to turn my back on a new challenge, and when I heard about the new head-to-head format, I instantly felt that tug on my heart to get into the mix,” Pastrana said. “A one-of-a-kind format demands a one-of-a-kind machine, and my team and I are bringing some seriously heavy artillery to the party in Pomona.”

To that end, Pastrana and his team have specifically built a 500-cc two-stroke bike for the competition. Traditional supercross and motocross rules limit motorcycles to 250cc and 450cc classes, but the Red Bull event will have a 250cc class and an open class, thus allowing Pastrana the mammoth bike.

 

“Although it doesn’t have the turns we are used to, it’s ultimately more terrain than a regular supercross track, and in some respects presents a tougher challenge with the number of obstacles,” Pastrana said. “It’s all about rhythm and not making an error, so I think a lot of us are excited to see whose style works best on this track. I’m really pumped up for the totally new format of Red Bull Straight Rhythm.”

In addition to Pastrana, the 16-rider Open field will include Grant Langston, James Stewart, Ryan Dungey, Josh Grant, Dean Wilson, Brett Metcalfe, Justin Brayton, Malcolm Stewart, Kyle Chisholm, Shane McElrath, Josh Hanson, Kyle Partridge, Josh Hill, Jake Canada and Ryan Morias.

Half of the 250 class has been announced and will include Marvin Musquin, Justin Hill, Zach Bell, Jessy Nelson, Nico Izzi, Darryn Durham, Jordan Smith and Ryan Surratt.

“The idea of a straight track, with just the whoops, doubles and table tops, is a format that we haven’t ridden before in competition, and is something that we’re all looking forward to,” Musquin said. “With essentially only one ‘lap,’ there’s no room for error, so I’m excited to see how this track evens out the playing field.”

Gates open to the public at 1:30 p.m. Saturday and racing begins at 3 p.m. Tickets are $20.

On Any Sunday, The Next Chapter!

Red Bull Media House will release a new motorcycle documentary "On Any Sunday, The Next Chapter" in theaters nationwide on November 7th.

From director Dana Brown ("Step Into Liquid," "Dust to Glory"), the film is a follow-up to the 1971 documentary, "On Any Sunday," directed by his father, Bruce Brown. The 90-minute documentary film features today's powered two-wheel superstars including MotoGP riders Marc Marquez and Dani Pedrosa, action sports superstar Travis Pastrana, freestyle motocross pioneer Robbie Maddison, Pikes Peak International Hill Climb motorcycle champ Carlin Dunne, women's motocross champ Ashley Fiolek, motocross legend Doug Henry, custom motorcycle designer and former racer Roland Sands and one of the most successful riders in supercross history, James Stewart.

The film will release nationally throughout the major theatrical chains including Regal Entertainment, AMC Theatres, Cinemark and Carmike Cinemas on November 7th and is available for distribution worldwide. For showtimes and locations, visit www.onanysundayfilm.com. "On Any Sunday, The Next Chapter" will make its world premiere on September 26th at the San Sebastian International Film Festival and the official trailer was released today. Dolby, KTM and Skullcandy are official partners of the film.

"This is the first time a feature film from Red Bull Media House will have national theatrical distribution in the United States," said Werner Brell, Managing Director of Red Bull Media House North America. "Releasing the film nationally gives us the opportunity to reach new audiences and excite those who ride, where they ride."

When "On Any Sunday" premiered in 1971, it wasn't just any movie. Directed by Bruce Brown – who also helmed surfing classic "The Endless Summer" – this insider look at motorcycle culture reached a wide audience that was fascinated by the heartfelt stories of the men behind the bikes, earning an Academy Award-nomination for Best Documentary Feature.

Four decades later, "On Any Sunday, The Next Chapter" shows that the passion for riding motorcycles is as strong as ever. The first feature film from Red Bull Media House shot entirely in 4K Ultra HD, the action and emotion are breathtaking: phenomenal athletes, revolutionary innovators, Hollywood stars and even visionaries who use motorcycles to save lives. "On Any Sunday, The Next Chapter" is an exploration into the pursuit of excitement, passion and life in the world of motorcycle riding.

"When Red Bull Media House was looking to do a feature film on motorcycle riding, the first people we wanted to work with were the Browns," commented Scott Bradfield, Head of Production and Development for Red Bull Media House North America. "The storytelling legacy that Dana Brown brings to why people ride is apparent in every aspect of the riders he documents in 'On Any Sunday, The Next Chapter.'"

Director Dana Brown suggests that the timing was just right for a follow-up to his father Bruce Brown's film, "On Any Sunday": "Bikes are better, athletes have progressed, and there are so many disciplines now. In fact, we couldn't possibly do justice to all of them in this 90-minute movie. We set out to show a cross- section of motorcycling today, and here's hoping we've succeeded."

The film will be premiered in the Dolby Atmos multidimensional sound experience at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood on Wednesday, October 22 where part of Hollywood Blvd. will be shut down for a one-of-a-kind motorcycle cruise-in. Dolby Atmos makes it easy for filmmakers to place or move specific sounds anywhere in the movie theatre, including overhead. For media credentials to the premiere, please reach out to the contacts below.

FLY Racing Signs Weston Peick

September 26, 2014 – Boise, ID – FLY Racing is proud to announce a renewed partnership with privateer standout, and now Joe Gibbs Racing rider, Weston Peick. Peick has been a part of the FLY Racing family for five years with many more to come. Peick will compete in the full AMA 450 Monster Energy Supercross series as well as the full AMA MX Sports Outdoor National Series aboard his Joe Gibbs Racing Yamaha.

Craig Shoemaker, CEO of Western Power Sports/FLY Racing, had this to say about the renewed partnership “We are excited to continue our relationship with such a hard working athlete and great FLY Racing family member. I am excited to see what Weston can do with this new opportunity.” Watch for Weston in FLY Racing’s full line of Professional Race Equipment soon.

 

View FLY Racing’s full line of helmets, racewear, protective gear, and casual by visiting www.flyracing.com

Crossbows, Tomahawks, Harpoons And Saws - The Perfect Ride For The Zombie Apocalypse

This insane survival bike could keep you alive when the world is ending... Now this is what our own #33 needs to have in his garage. I can picture him roosting and blasting any Zombie that tries to pass.
 

May we introduce The Survival Bike: Black Ops Editon. It boasts a crossbow, tomahawk, blade saw and a harpoon to stop the zombies using your blood as salsa, and also provides the all-important fuel storage that will keep you alive for longer.

If this isn’t enough, there’s a shovel, climbing gear, lights and a load of tools in there too, and the suspension looks good enough that you could get a bit of downhill done if you had some spare time.

The price of the survival ride hasn’t been released, but if the zombie apocalypse does come anytime soon, it’s probably worth breaking out the savings and getting one while they last.

Belle Plaine Herald - Home Town Boy!

Motocross Racer Ryan Dungey Leaving Big Marks on B.P.

Tuesday, September 09, 2014 2:06 PM

Ryan Dungey said he was happily surprised about the billboard that his racing team had installed for him at the intersection of Highway 169 and County Road 3/Meridian Street.

Lindsay Siegle and Ryan Dungey will be married Nov. 1 in Chaska.

by Dan Ruud

At age 24, Ryan Dungey has already left a lot of impressive marks on the world as one of the best motocross racers on the globe. He has won almost every title in the sport since his dominance began in 2009, when he won both the Lites Supercross and 250 Motocross championships. 

Dungey followed that with a stellar 2010 campaign, stepping up to the 450 class and winning the Supercross and Motocross championships his rookie season. He became the second youngest rider in the history of the sport to accomplish that feat. He then led Team USA to victory in the 2010 Motocross of Nations and was nominated for an ESPN ESPY award for Best Male Action Sports Athlete that year.

Dungey, the son of Troy and Michelle Dungey, has since added numerous other racing accomplishments to his resume. He completed this past Supercross season ranked second overall.

“It (2014) was a great season. Obviously, the goal is to finish on top in the championship but we will work hard to get there next year. I’m thankful to have  finished the season safe and healthy,” Dungey said.

Dungey’s appreciative team and sponsors made sure that their racer left a big mark on his hometown of Belle Plaine, where they recently had a large billboard installed at the intersection of Highway 169 and County Road 3/Meridian Street (see photo).

“I was very surprised about the billboard. I had no idea it was going up. It’s very cool to have such amazing sponsors to do something so cool. It was a great way to be welcomed home,” said Dungey, who was in Belle Plaine for a couple of weeks before returning to Florida this past Sunday to prepare for the 2014 Motocross of Nations race that will take place in Latvia Sept. 27-28.

Dungey announced on Twitter and Instagram last fall his engagement to Lindsay Siegle of Belle Plaine. The news came just days after Team USA, which included Dungey, scored a runner-up finish to Team Belgium at the Motocross of Nations in Teutschenthal, Germany. Dungey ultimately popped the question to Siegle while in Barcelona, Spain.

“She said YES! #Barcelona,” Dungey’s post said, which was accompanied by a photo of Siegle holding up the ring.”

Siegle, a 2009 graduate of Belle Plaine High School, is the daughter of Dave Siegle and Donna Siegle. She and Dungey met several years ago at Annie’s Cafe in Belle Plaine. They plan to get married Nov. 1 in Chaska, with the reception in Minnetonka. They currently live in Tallahassee, Fla., where Dungey is able to take advantage of the climate to train year-round.

While in Belle Plaine, Siegle said they spent a lot of time with their families and planning their wedding.

“Ryan went fishing a good bit, also,” Siegle added.

After spending the next couple of weeks in Tallahassee, Dungey and Siegle will head to Latvia  on Sept. 23 with Dungey’s teammates, Eli Tomac and Jeremy Martin – four days before the 2014 Motocross of Nations begins.

“Following Latvia, Dungey will compete in a Red Bull Straight Rhythm event in California on Oct. 4, then the Monster Energy Cup in Las Vegas on Oct. 18.

“After that, we have the wedding, honeymoon and a little bit of time off from racing until Supercross starts again in January,” said Siegle, who is a personal trainer and is studying for her fitness nutrition certification. She also travels with Dungey to most of his races.

Dungey’s father was an amateur racer and had Ryan and his brothers, Jade and Blake, competing as amateurs soon after they learned to ride. At age 16, Ryan, who attended Guardian Angels Catholic School in Chaska through eighth grade, auditioned his riding skills and was signed to a pro contract. Below are some of Dungey’s career highlights since then:

2012 AMA 450 Class Motocross Champion (Team: KTM).

2011 FIM Motocross of Nations Champion (Team USA & Overall MX1-class).

2010 FIM Motocross of Nations Champion (Team USA & Overall MX1-class).

2010 AMA Motocross 450 Class Champion (Rookie Season).

2010 AMA Supercross 450 Class Champion (Rookie Season).

2009 AMA Supercross Lites West Champion.

2009 AMA 250 Class Motocross Champion.

2009 FIM Motocross of Nations (Team USA & Overall MX1-class).

2008 Entered two races in the premier Supercross Class and earned one second-place finish.

2008 Second place overall in the Motocross Lites class, with three wins and five second-place finishes.

2008 Second place overall with three series wins in the Supercross Lites West Coast Series.

2007 Fifth overall with four wins and one additional podium, AMA Supercross Lites East.

2007 Fifth overall with four podiums and two top-five finishes, AMA Motocross Lites.

2007 Awarded AMA Rookie of the Year for Supercross/Motocross.

2006 Seventh overall in the 250 class (8-8 moto finishes) in professional debut at Millville, Minn.

2006 Second place in the 250 class, Amp’d Mobile World Supercross GP at Vancouver, B.C., Canada.

2006 Won the Lites main event in the 250 class on the Saturday night program at the Fresno BooKoo Arena-cross.