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Racing old machines does not mean there are no modern techniques you can use to improve your racecraft. Many of us have been doing this for a long time and may feel like we know everything there is to know about riding and racing. While I primarily race solo motorcycles and sidecars on the asphalt, I do like to play in the dirt. I find there are many skills that stretch between the asphalt and dirt,
and cross-training is a big part of any professional racers program.
I had the opportunity to participate in a one-day, one-on-one rider school with AHRMA’s own Nick Ienatsch at the Inde Motorsports Ranch in Willcox, Arizona. Nick has a very impressive resume both on and off track, including multiple #1 AMA plates, and as an accomplished writer for Motorcyclist and Cycle World magazine. In 2008, he founded the Yamaha Champions Riding School (ridelikeachampion. com/) with two main priorities, safety, and customer service.
Nick has become a regular at AHRMA Road Races, giving detailed track walks before race weekends to help racers understand the intricacies of the course while pointing out the difficult areas. Nick has made AHRMA racing safer by teaching the safe and fast way around. The stepby-step breakdown of each corner entry, apex, and exit is a “cheat-sheet” for the weekend. I strongly encourage you to check out
Champ School or the online course ChampU (ridelikeachampion.com/ courses-page/) or catch him at the next AHRMA race where he is always eager to assist. (This is not a paid promotion, I took Nick’s school on my own dime, and Nick does his track walks for the love of AHRMA, and a few tips.)
Another good resource is Cornerspin (www.cornerspin.com/overview. html). While I have not attended myself, Cornerspin Director and Chief Instructor Aaron Stevenson counts many AHRMA members as past and present students. Aaron uses small bikes on the dirt to teach techniques applicable to all disciplines. AHRMA member Bob Burns did a nice write up about his experience here: www.cornerspin. com/BobBurnsAMA.html
Finally, if Flat Track is your passion, American Supercamp (www.americansupercamp.com/) is a riding skills and balance improvement course where you learn to push your skills to the limit and learn to slide like a pro. Like Cornerspin, the course uses smaller bikes (Yamaha 125’s) to teach you big bike skills.
As they say, you can teach an old dog new tricks, and going back to school is the best way to do it.
Daniel May
DANIEL MAY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
HRMA’s West Coast rounds did not disappoint as we begin our journey back east. Our first stop was Willow Springs, where anticipation was high to see what updates had been made to this beloved California track. My West Coast partner, Brady Walker, added even more excitement to the weekend with a bike show, swap meet, and a great lineup of vendors.
One of the highlights for me was bringing Legacy Laps to Willow Springs. It’s been a passion project of mine to get retired bikes — and even retired racers — back on track. My partner in this effort has been Beno Rodi, and when he couldn’t make the trip west, he passed the torch to Gary Swan, who organized
an incredible group of 12 unique vintage machines.
A personal favorite moment was seeing Grand Marshal Thad Wolff take part in the Legacy Laps on his early-’80s Superbike. We also had legends like Harry Klinzmann and Yoshi Kosaka join in. Thad shared afterward:
“It was such a great honor to be Grand Marshal at this event. I’ve been riding this track for 49 years of racing, teaching, and photoshoots. To ride with Harry again after 44 years was incredibly meaningful. And seeing the first-ever AMA Superbike Champion, Reg Pridmore, standing trackside as we went by brought even more meaning to the weekend.”
I couldn’t agree more — having Reg in the AHRMA paddock made the weekend truly special.
From our organizer Gary Swan, “Of the 12 Legacy riders we had 5x AMA Pros and AHRMA racers that showed off the coolest bikes in the pits. From Thad on his Team Escargot GS 1000 and Harry Klinzmann on his real deal KZ 1000 to Kyle from Classic British Spares riding a Wenco Triumph Triple, I was on my 53 T-100 C, David Tomkins on
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a 48 Vincent Comet, Chairman GT on a ’47 Norton Manx along with a Gold Star BSA, and a couple more Superbikes. The riders had a big history, but the bikes stole the show!”
We wrapped things up with Thad taking the final lap of the weekend, running solo and carrying the checkered flag. It was the perfect close to an unforgettable Willow Springs weekend.
From there, we headed to Inde Motorsports Ranch in Willcox, AZ. The warm welcome from the smiling track staff — all decked out in AHRMA swag — set the tone immediately. As the paddock filled, the energy was especially high among newcomers. On move-
in day, racers had the awesome opportunity to do a track walk/“scoot” with Nick Ienatsch and the Yamaha Champ School team. We’re incredibly fortunate to have this partnership; Nick is always focused on safety while helping riders find speed.
The weekend at Inde was both safe and successful. Before we even packed up, the track manager asked, “Is AHRMA coming back?” That’s always the sign of a great event — and of course, I said YES.
Despite high fuel prices making travel tougher, I feel AHRMA is incredibly fortunate to have racers who continue showing up and bringing the excitement with them. Thank you to everyone who made the trip to Willow, Inde, and now Motorsport Park Hastings.
I hope to see all of you at Autobahn!
LEASHA OVERTURF ROAD RACE DIRECTOR
n this month’s Off-Road Director’s Report, I’d like to address an important topic that affects both safety and sportsmanship in motocross: passing. I cannot say with certainty whether passing-related incidents are increasing or decreasing, but in my relatively short time as Off-Road Director, I have heard far too many stories involving overly aggressive passes or riders failing to hold their line when being overtaken.
Anyone who has watched professional motocross has heard the same advice repeated time and again: hold your line. That principle is fundamental to safe racing because it allows the faster rider to anticipate your path and choose the best opportunity to pass. At the same time, the rider making the pass carries an equally important responsibility to complete the move cleanly and without unnecessary contact.
In the article that follows, I’ll discuss why predictability is so critical, what professional racers recommend, and how these principles apply specifically to AHRMA competition.
Hold Your Line: One of Motocross Racing’s Most Important Rules
In motocross, passing is part of the game. Whether battling for the lead, working through lapped traffic, or simply trying to gain one more position before the checkered flag, every rider will eventually face the same situation: one rider is closing quickly while another is about to be overtaken.
At first glance, it might seem courteous for the slower rider to move aside. In practice, however, the safest and most widely accepted approach in motocross is exactly the opposite.
The advice heard from professional racers, trainers, and veteran competitors is remarkably consistent: hold your line.
That simple phrase has become one of the most important unwritten rules in the sport.
Motocross unfolds in fractions of a second. Riders choose braking points, ruts, jumps, and corner entry and exits at high speed, often with only a split second to react. When a faster rider sets up a pass, they are reading the rider ahead and planning where to go based on what they expect that rider to do.
If the rider being overtaken suddenly changes direction—perhaps trying to be helpful by moving over—the carefully planned passing line can disappear instantly. What was intended as a courteous gesture can instead lead to contact, a crash, or two riders on the ground wondering what happened.
By maintaining a steady and predictable line, the rider being passed allows the overtaking rider to make the decision and execute the pass safely.
Among experienced racers, there is a long-standing understanding: the rider making the pass bears the responsibility for completing it cleanly.
The overtaking rider has the advantage of visibility and momentum. They can see multiple line options and choose the safest place to go around. The rider ahead, by contrast, often has limited awareness of exactly where the approaching motorcycle is positioned.
This is why so many top riders offer the same advice to newer competitors:
• Stay on your line.
• Keep your focus forward.
• Do not look back.
• Be predictable.
These principles apply whether the leaders are lapping traffic, two riders are battling for position, or racers from different classes are sharing the track.
Courtesy Through Consistency
Holding your line is not stubbornness. It is one of the most courteous things a rider can do.
Consistency gives other competitors confidence. When everyone rides predictably, passing becomes safer and smoother, and the race remains competitive without unnecessary risk.
This principle is particularly valuable in vintage and post-vintage motocross, where motorcycles of different eras have distinct handling characteristics. Machines vary widely in braking performance, suspension travel, and acceleration, and rider experience levels can be just as diverse.
In organizations such as AHRMA, where camaraderie and
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sportsmanship are central to the experience, predictable riding helps preserve both safety and the spirit of friendly competition.
The Rule to Remember
If you hear another motorcycle closing rapidly, resist the urge to dart to one side. The passing rider may have already summed up that
they are going to go to the inside or the outside to make a pass.
Keep your eyes ahead. Ride your normal line. Let the faster rider decide when and where to pass.
In the end, one of motocross racing’s most valuable lessons can be summed up in a single sentence:
The slower rider should be predictable, and the faster rider
should be patient and responsible. It is simple advice, but it has helped generations of riders race harder, smarter, and more safely.
ALBERT NEWMANN OFF-ROAD RACE DIRECTOR
June is upon us, which means it’s time to circle your calendars and rev up for a thrilling day with the family at the Miami County Fairgrounds in Troy, OH, on June 20th. Presented by Honda Powersports of Troy, the AHRMA Flat Track fueled by VIB-ISO is not merely a race; it’s a festival of speed, community, family, and nostalgia. This year, brace yourself for the Charity Newsies: The Reunion, where the past, present, and future of racing converge in a spectacular showcase of talent.
For those eager to catch the flat track fever without emptying their wallets, advance general admission tickets are a steal at just $10. It’s the perfect chance for families, friends, and speed enthusiasts to enjoy a day of action at an unbeatable price.
Pre-sale tickets can be purchased at Honda Powersports of Troy, Rehmert’s Kawasaki & KTM, and Tipp City Barber Shop.
Racers, you can streamline your race day by pre-entering on ahrma.motorsportreg.com. This savvy move not only saves precious time but also trims costs, leaving you free to focus on what’s truly important—racing!
Whether you’re a seasoned speedster or a rookie ready to make a mark, there’s a class for everyone. From veterans of the track on vintage machines to those taking their first lap on a 50cc, the event promises electrifying competition for all.
We’re all about nurturing future champions. For the little ones not
quite ready for the half-mile track but eager to join the fun, we have a special balance bike race. It’s a fantastic way for kids to feel the thrill of racing in a safe and supportive environment. Rehmert’s Kawasaki & KTM is providing
Thanks to the generosity of Dave Knapp Ford & Lincoln, the track will be in pristine condition, with their trucks dragging the track to ensure a smooth racing surface. Meanwhile, Scott Metzger, with his seasoned expertise, will be masterfully managing the water truck to perfect the track.
As we gather to honor the rich history and vibrant future of flat track racing, we also reaffirm our commitment to the community. Join us for a day where passion meets purpose, and let’s make a positive impact together with the Charity Newsies 50/50 raffle.
Don’t miss out on this extraordinary event that unites the racing world and our community. Secure your tickets today and get ready for a day of high-speed thrills, camaraderie, and family fun! I look forward to seeing everyone at the track. Be sure to stop by and say hello.
Kaitlynn Osberg
KAITLYNN OSBERG FLAT TRACK RACE DIRECTOR
In this month’s installment of our series highlighting the dedicated volunteers who serve as AHRMA Off-Road Technical Inspectors, we feature Bob Bean, a familiar face to racers across the country.
I believe Bob, Sharon, and I first met at Diamond Don’s Riverport National around 2011. Since then, Bob and Sharon have become two of AHRMA’s true road warriors, logging thousands of miles each year to attend events from coast to coast.
Bob serves as one of our Eastern and Southern Technical Inspectors, but his contributions extend far beyond Tech Inspection. Depending on the event, you may find him helping mark cross-country courses, capturing photos for AHRMA Mag, or lending a hand wherever needed.
Enjoy the read about his motorcycling roots, his return to AHRMA competition, and what he enjoys most about volunteering.
Bob’s passion for motorcycles started at an early age.
“My first motorcycle was an 80cc Ducati street bike that I bought from my uncle. I paid for it with money I earned running two paper routes, with a lot of help from my mom.
At first, I had to keep the bike hidden in my grandparents’ barn because my dad didn’t know I had
bought it. It only took a couple of weeks before he found out, and I was finally able to bring it home.
Of course, I immediately took the front fender off, mounted a knobby tire on the rear, and rode the dickens out of it every day after school and after finishing my paper route.”
Bob’s first experience with AHRMA dates back to the late 1980s.
“My first AHRMA race was around 1989 when AHRMA held a vintage race at RedBud MX during their Fourth of July Pro Race. A friend loaned me a Penton 400, and I won the Sportsman 500 class in front of a huge RedBud crowd.”
After a lengthy hiatus, Bob returned to AHRMA in 2013.
“I purchased a 1974 Penton 250 and a 1975 Husqvarna 250 and started racing AHRMA again. I also
competed in the AMA National series and was fortunate to win several classes.”
For Bob, the appeal of AHRMA extends well beyond the racing itself.
“I enjoy the AHRMA Nationals for several reasons. I love traveling across our great country and racing on a variety of tracks. I enjoy competing against riders from all over and, of course, meeting many new and lasting friends along the way.
AHRMA truly has a lot of great members who make it all worthwhile.”
Bob became involved in Technical Inspection when he noticed a need.
“There was a shortage of volunteers at several of the tracks we attended. Since Sharon and I were already traveling to many of those events, it made sense to step up and help.
favorite ways to connect with fellow racers.
“We get to see and talk with everyone, even if it’s only for a few minutes. We also get to inspect some very neat and rare motorcycles up close and personal.
The racers are always friendly and understanding. Even when we have to tell someone they need to fix something before we can pass their bike, or that a part is not legal, they know we’re simply doing our job.”
What is the hardest part of being a Technical Inspector?
“Carrying and setting up the large 20-foot pop-up tent. That thing is heavy!
Then there are the tables, chairs, signs, and all the equipment we haul from race to race, all while trying to fit everything into a small garage that already houses seven motorcycles.”
Having spent my entire life in the motorcycle business, I felt my knowledge of bikes could do some good.”
Bob soon recruited Sharon to join him.
“She stepped up and became a tremendous help, keeping the lines short and moving efficiently.”
Technical Inspection has become one of Bob’s
Bob says another challenge is balancing volunteer duties with his own racing schedule.
“I may be trying to get dressed and prepare two or three bikes while still performing Tech Inspection. That’s one reason I really appreciate when Tech is offered the evening before racing.”
Bob offers one simple but important piece of advice.
“Don’t wait until the last minute to come through Tech Inspection. Get there early.
Too many riders still show up after Tech has closed and practice has already started. Remember, you must have that
Tech sticker before you can practice or race.”
And one final reminder:
“We don’t make the rules—we simply enforce them. If there is a rule you disagree with, the best solution is to submit a rules proposal to AHRMA.”
Bob and Sharon Bean exemplify the volunteer spirit that makes AHRMA special. Whether they are hauling equipment across the country, helping mark a cross-country course, taking photographs for the magazine, or lining up to race themselves, they consistently give back to the organization and its members.
The next time you roll your motorcycle into Tech Inspection, take a moment to thank the people behind the table. Chances are they have traveled a long way, worked many hours, and are there for one reason: to help preserve the machines, friendships, and traditions that make AHRMA such a unique organization.
The United States will once again send a powerhouse Trophy Team to compete at the prestigious 2026 FIM Enduro Vintage Trophy (EVT) in Zschopau, Germany, September 29 through October 3, 2026. Representing the USA in the premier Trophy Team division will be three of America’s top vintage off-road racers: Fred Hoess, Billy Burns, and Terry Cunningham.
The EVT is an offshoot of the legendary International Six Days Enduro (ISDE), specifically created for veteran riders competing aboard 1983-or-older motorcycles using the same grueling ISDE-style format. Similar to the modern ISDE, the Premier Trophy Team consists of three riders instead of six, representing their country’s top-level talent. Competitors must be at least 50 years old and ride machines covering specific vintage classes.
The U.S. Trophy Team features an impressive lineup competing in all three motorcycle classes. Including the compulsory “A” class bikes to be considered for the VeteranTeam Trophy.
Leading the “A” Class division for motorcycles from 1974 and older is Billy Burns aboard a beautifully prepared 1974 Can-Am TNT 175.
National Enduro Champion
Terry Cunningham will compete in the “B” Class aboard a Mike Scholl 1976 Husqvarna 360WR, representing the 1975–1979 era of competition machinery.
Rounding out the squad is ISDE legend Fred Hoess, who helped launch the American EVT movement by competing in the inaugural EVT event in Spain in 2016. Since returning in 2022, Hoess has captured the overall victory in four of the five EVT events he has entered, including last year’s event in Poland. Hoess will contest the “C” Class aboard a 1983 Husqvarna 250 WR.
Adding another layer of strategy and competition, EVT scoring incorporates a unique rider-age and motorcycle-age handicap formula. Older riders and older motorcycles are awarded calculated time adjustments, helping level the playing field across eras and generations of competitors. As a result, outright speed alone does not guarantee victory.
Hoess has repeatedly overcome intense competition and difficult handicap situations against exceptionally fast veteran riders to secure his overall victories. Yet despite his individual success, Hoess remains focused on the team objective.
“My focus every year is to help the Team win the top spot just like at the ISDE,” Hoess said. “It’s all about country bragging rights.”
That mission is clear for the 2026 U.S. Trophy Team as Fred Hoess, Terry Cunningham, and Billy Burns set their sights on bringing the Trophy Team Overall victory home to the United States.
The American effort at the 2026 EVT extends well beyond the Trophy Team. Team USA will send a total of 25 riders to Germany this year, including two Silver Vase Teams, five Club Teams, and one Individual rider.
Supporters who would like to help the US Trophy Team can contribute directly using the QR code or PayPal in this article or to an individual rider, a specific team, or the overall U.S. effort. To learn more about sponsorship and donation opportunities, text Trophy Team Manager Suzy Moody at 256-568-2858.
The U.S. Team thanks all supporters, sponsors, and vintage enduro enthusiasts helping make the 2026 campaign possible.
(We will be highlighting all the teams and riders in subsequent issues as we approach race date).
Willow Springs International Raceway is a standout on the AHRMA calendar for its combination of long straights, high-speed sweepers and dramatic elevation changes. And, it is an iconic venue for historic and modern motorcycle racing.
The 2026 AHRMA National Roadracing Series presented by VIB-ISO landed on April 18-19 at the “big” Willow track, which is one of several tracks at the complex near Rosamond, CA.
“It’s fabulous. It’s hard to explain, it’s so fast. We do 170 down the straight and it’s absolutely outrageous,” said Wade Boyd from San Francisco, CA who campaigned a sidecar with his co-driver Eric Lindauer. “The turns are long and drawn out. They kind of wear you out. Yeah, turn two is kind of hard. Turn seven, eight, nine. Do I have energy to make it through turn nine one more time?”
Gus Denzler from Olympia, Washington had been away from the track for more than 15 years
yet returned to race with AHRMA at Willow Springs. Asked why, he said: “It’s an intimidating course. It’s very fast, but it’s really quite a treat to get a couple things going and feel good about it. So I’m going to be cautious, I’ll finish today and it’ll be great.”
Racers often must compete against cold, heat, wind or a combination due to the tracks’ location in the “high” desert north of Los Angeles. This year, weather was not a factor. Conditions during the Friday practice sessions and throughout practice and racing on Saturday and Sunday were perfect with mild temperatures under a blue California sky.
This setting led to exciting races with multiple tight finishes throughout the weekend.
Racing started both days with 250 GP, which is the 2026 AHRMA Vintage Cup sponsored by Roadracingworld.com and NYC Norton. On Saturday, Dustin Johnson aboard his Honda/ Yamaha hybrid had the holeshot
until Paul Germain piloting his 1967 Yamaha DT1-based racer took over and took the win. Johnson was second and Jason Lindquist, also on a DT-1, was third. On Sunday the results were the same with Germain also taking the holeshot.
Johnson from San Francisco, CA, said racing against Germain while on a smaller-displacement motorcycle was like “bringing a knife to a gunfight.” Regardless, Johnson enjoyed the experience racing at Willow Springs, “I loved it. It’s so good to be back. It’s historical. I mean, this track has too much history, it’s the greatest.”
Sharing the track with 250 GP were the Classic 60s racers including John Snead on a Norton Manx who took second behind Jeff Elings on Saturday and Sunday.
Snead from Mills River, NC, said Willow Springs is, “one of my favorite tracks. I’ve been coming out here for 15 years. I like the desert out here. I like the people from LA that I don’t get to race with
very often. And the track’s nice and flowing.”
Race 2 included Sound of Thunder 2 and brought Steve Metz, Abhi Eswarappa and Mookie Wilkerson, among others to the track for the first of several battles.
“This is where I had my first race win in September 2011, and I always have fond memories of this track. It’s so fun, it’s special,” Metz said. “The speed here is just unique. It’s such a fun blast to come out and ride here.”
On Saturday, Metz, aboard a Ducati, took the holeshot. During lap 7, Eswarappa passed Metz to take the lead. A last-lap drag race ended with Metz winning by a few hundredths of a second.
Sunday’s results were the same with a Metz holeshot, Eswrappa second and Wilkerson third.
Eswarappa from Sherman Oaks, CA, said: “AHRMA has been great to us. I really enjoy how easy it is to go racing. Willow, of course, is a legendary track. It’s so cool to be able to race out here with the history that it has.”
Race 4 included Formula 750 and a grudge match between two very different Japanese bikes. David Crussell aboard a Kawasaki H2R squared off against Cameron Crockett on a Honda CB750. Crockett used the four-stroke torque to get the holeshot. Once underway, Crussell passed for the lead during the second lap. Crockett came back the next lap and the two continued to exchange the lead until Crockett took the victory by eighthundreds of a second. “It was good racing and his Honda is fast. . .for a Honda,” Crussell said.
In Sportsman 750 on Saturday, Michael Dixon and Grant Spence had to race each other and riders from other classes. Spence had a strong start, but Dixon didn’t give up. At the finish, Spence won by a little more than a half-second. On Sunday, Spence got away again but after passing Tom Gaertner during the second lap, Dixon
again closed to less than a halfsecond behind Spence.
Race 5 and the Next Generation Superbike class featured a great battle between two talented racers on very different bikes. On Saturday, Paul Germain was on a modified Yamaha FZR400 while Brian Herzfeld was on an exotic 400cc Honda NC30. Germain led from the start until the fourth lap when the lead-swapping started. Three laps and three lead-changes later, Herzfeld won by less than a second. Germain
rebounded to take the win on Sunday.
Reflecting on racing at Willow Springs, Germain from Winnipeg, Canada said: “It’s a really cool place to come out to the West Coast and race on. Some parts are tricky, you know, and some parts aren’t. Coming on to the front straight, it’s a long distance with few markers for reference and such, so you’re going fast, you’ve got to pay attention.”
Race 6 included a battle for the last step on the Vintage Superbike
podium. On Saturday, Ed Haazer on a Kawasaki Z1 converted the holeshot into a victory with Darrin Gauvin second. Meanwhile, David Crussell also aboard a Kawasaki Z1 was busy holding off Andrew Gray. During lap four, Gray passed Crussell only to be re-passed the following lap. Crussell made it stick to take third. After the race, Crussell shared, “I’ve raced with Andrew for years, and when he first started I was able to lap him. The fact that we’re now dicing head-tohead shows how far he’s come as a racer.”
350 GP continued the on-going grudge match between Walt Fulton and David Roper. The pair were both on very similar Aermacchi machines, which contributed to the great racing. On Saturday, Fulton led the pair and eventually took the victory by two tenths of a second. On Sunday, Roper led the first lap before Fulton took over. Roper stayed in contact and launched a successful counter-attack during lap four. While Fulton lurked in Roper’s draft, late-race traffic held him up and Roper claimed the win.
“I started coming here in, I believe, 1963. And it’s my home track. So there’s a lot of history there,” Fulton said. “I feel very comfortable with the track. It’s changed a lot, not in configuration, but it’s wider and
fortunate to have a brand new clutch” Schendel said. “For me turn 2 was my superpower. I was able to use my momentum through that corner to maintain my speed through the slower parts of the track.”
Race 12 featured a gaggle of Guzzis in Battle of the Twins 1. On Saturday, ringleader and bike-builder Andrew Gray, led from the start. But it was the catlike moves by Marc Brown who pounced first on Rick Reddick to move from third to second during lap five. Exiting turn eight during the last lap, Brown clawed his way past Gray to take the win by less than a second.
smoother and faster. And all of those things I like. I love Willow and I always will.”
Formula 250 was in the race 6 mix, as well. Joe Ackley from Rio Rancho New Mexico was the winner on Saturday and said: “It’s windy, and fast, and epic and I’m here!” Out of the four gorgeous motorcycles he brought to the event, Ackley said his favorite was “Oh, the one that’s still running. It seems to be the one that’s going to make my day. So it’s the RD250.”
Saturday’s Race 9 featured Steve Metz storming away for the win in Formula Thunder while Ted Flynn and John James swapped positions during laps four and six until Flynn secured second with James third. On Sunday, Metz checked out again while James attacked during lap three and held off Flynn for second. Meanwhile, the podium for Open Two-Stroke was dominated by Yamaha motorcycles. Vince Rolleri disappeared on his TZ 250. Johnathan Schendel on a TZ125 barely held off David Crussell who was on a highly-modified TZ750 to take second. On Sunday, Rolleri repeated while Schendel took second with Shawn Woolery on a TZ250 took third.
“My main focus was to capture a great start because the 250s get off the line faster especially at Willow Springs. And I was very
In Sound of Thunder 4, there was little drama at the front of the pack with Damian Doffo taking the win, Isaiah Thigpen second and Nobi Iso third. Off the podium, there was plenty of excitement. Pat Wilkening and Lee Stromberg swapped positions at least four times during the first four laps until Wilkening subdued Stromberg to take seventh. On
Sunday, Doffo won again. Iso dropped his times lap after lap to take second from Thigpen during the final lap.
Even before the “real” racing began, there was on-track action. A dozen students participated in the AHRMA Academy of Road Racing on Friday which included classroom and on-track sessions. The training culminated in an exciting “mock” race that appeared to have plenty of real passing and competition.
“The school was amazing. We went in nervous, and I feel ready to race today,” said academy graduate Seth Trench from San Diego, CA. “Ryan, our teacher, was awesome and our mock race kind of took any question or jitters I had out about the race process. So the butterflies are kind of gone. I’m excited to just go out there and finish, to be honest. And we’re excited for the beer at the end of the day, too.”
For Matt Harris from Sherman Oaks, CA, participating in
the academy was part of an ambitious project. Harris explained: “At Iconic Motorbikes, we were like, what would it look like if you wanted to go race with AHRMA, you’ve always wanted to do it but you haven’t done it. Can you, on a really tight budget and a really tight timeline, grab a bike, do the minimum that you need to be safe and legal, and then just go do it and have fun?”
The Iconic team selected a 1989 Honda Hawk. “It’s pretty stock: handlebars, foot pegs it was a completely road-legal bike about three days ago,” Harris said. “And we pulled it off and here I am. I did the school yesterday. It was amazing. I had Ryan as my instructor. He was awesome. I had track day experience, but I’d never done any racing.”
Harris confessed: “I cheated because I have access to the Iconic Motorbike staff. I had Ollie who’s one of our techs who also works for Orange Cat Racing do my safety wiring because he’ll get it right. Daniel Gonzalez, one of our
techs, volunteered a bunch of time to help me get the belly pan on and get the front number plate sorted out.
He continued, “I was very lucky to have friends that could help me. I don’t think I could have done it on my own, but essentially what we wanted to prove is like, hey, if you have a modest budget, a small amount of time, but you’ve got some will and some friends, you can make it happen, and you can go racing.”
In addition to prepping the bike and graduating from the academy, Harris took second in Sound of Thunder 3 on Saturday and just missed the podium on Sunday.
Throughout the weekend the paddock was full of rumors about the future of racing at Willow Springs. However, most focused on the great conditions and opportunity to ride on the “big” Willow track. “Hopefully we can keep doing it. It’s a dream come true just to be able to race at a track where I used to sit and watch other people do it,” said Abhi Eswarappa, “And now to be able to do it thanks to AHRMA, I couldn’t ask for anything else.”
At the end of the event on Sunday, Grand Marshall Thad Wolff from Newbury Park, CA, took a special lap on his vintage Suzuki superbike carrying the checkered flag in honor of the thousands of miles he has accumulated at Willow Springs.
“The history of this place is so incredible, you know, over 70 years of history here, the people that have been around this facility, it’s just mind-boggling,” Wolff said. “You’re up on the hill on a quiet morning before things get started or in the evening watching the sun go down, and looking over this place it is so special just to think of all that has gone on here and now this weekend we are all part of that history. We don’t know what the future has to hold but we’re going to enjoy this moment in time this weekend and be part of Willow Springs history.”
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WORDS BY HOLLY VAREY PHOTOS BY SKYWEST MEDIA
The more I give to racing, the more racing gives back to me. And I’m not talking about money–that’s a one-way transaction! I’m talking about the investment of passion, time, emotion, expertise. The stuff that convinces us to drive days to risk our lives going around a track (trying to go) faster than everyone else. The stuff that keeps us up into the wee hours, night after night, perfecting our machines. The stuff that we know will be ‘type two’ fun someday... we’re pretty sure. I think you know what I’m talking about.
What’s especially neat about this give-and-reward cycle is that it’s actually a psychological phenomenon that’s been studied by scientists. It’s also been linked to all kinds of positive outcomes. It’s two concepts of psychology, actually: grit and resilience.
A lot of the time, these two ideas are referred to interchangeably, but in fact they are unique. Grit links to the passion and perseverance we exhibit when pursuing a long-term goal: It’s the drive deep within us that keeps us plodding forward, up the mountain. Resilience, on the other hand, acts as the fuel for our journey. It’s the way we navigate, adapt to circumstances and challenges, and build ourselves back up for another day on the frontlines (or front of the grid). These two psychological constructs are a perfect match, which is why we so often fuse them, and also why I want to tie them to our recent race weekend at INDE Motorsports Ranch.
It’s no great irony that we are going to link grit, resiliency, and motorcycle racing to an intimidating race track set in the heart of the Arizona desert. I mean, really, what could be more fitting? The desert is the ultimate example of grit and resilience (not just because of all the sand!). What survives in the desert is crafted through the genetics of resilience; thriving because of inexhaustible grit and adaptability to the environment around it. When AHRMA visited INDE, we became the organisms that would defy the desert and thrive through our resilience and grit. Let’s revisit the weekend and explore how...
INDE sits at over 4500’ elevation in the middle of the Arizona desert. It’s hot and dry. It’s windy pretty much every day––very windy. The circuit has 21 corners and over 40 configurations. It’s a hard-hitting, unforgiving combination of turns that will challenge even the most experienced racers among us. It also has an outdoor museum of old aircraft from around the world and the front straight doubles as a runway. You could say it’s a motorhead mecca; a desert racing oasis.
When AHRMA showed up to race, April 24 - 26, the place truly came to life. Two strokes sang sharply in the crisp air, sidecars rumbled down the front straight and slid
through the turns, and the modern bikes wailed and wheelied their way around the circuit. It was magical. And it was also immensely demanding.
Of all the 21 turns at INDE, riders (and passengers) only get a rest between two of them: the turn coming onto the front straight and the one going off it. That represents a few seconds, depending on your machine. Other than that quick moment, you are on the pegs, dancing from side to side, hanging off, bracing on the brakes––constantly. On my little bikes it was exhausting, and I wasn’t going nearly as fast as a lot of the riders there. But for me, like all of us who raced INDE, I
let grit and resilience take over to get me to the checkered flag.
Coming into INDE, and this season in fact, I had a goal: Be the fastest rider in the 250 GP Vintage Cup for 2026. Despite days of travel for me and my team (thank you all!), thousands of dollars poured out over thousands of kilometres, and reworking of schedules and commitments, we were determined to show up and do well. We had the grit. But did we have the resilience to go along with it?
Thursday night, AHRMA riders were treated to a comprehensive track walk with Nick Ienatsch and his team from Yamaha
Champions Riding School. Before we rolled a wheel on this daunting track, knowledgeable folks were giving us the tools and tricks to persevere and prevail. We had a goal: to commit the circuit to memory. And with that goal we had to visualise each corner, remember markers and reference points, keep in mind what the elevation would do to our traction. Grit and resilience.
Come Friday morning, many of us were feeling more confident in our ability to conquer the track, or at least remember which direction it goes. And Friday practice was our first major test in resiliency. Especially for new riders at INDE, those initial laps were revealing. You have to wait that long before tipping in? Start turning at the 300 board, with no brakes? Hang on, I’ve got to commit before I can even see the corner? These questions, and many more, were buzzing all day through practice. And between bouts on track we studied our track maps, talked to experienced riders, and made adjustments to attain our goals.
As the racing began on Saturday, it was a, ‘Ready or not, here we
go!’ kind of vibe in my pit. Had I mastered the track in six practice sessions? Heck no. Had I consistently adapted to the task? Yes, as best I could. Now it was time to see if I could combine the resilience I’d gained with the grittiness of my goal.
The 250 GP Vintage Cup class started just the way I wanted it to: I launched off the line on the Rhodesprepared Yamaha CS3 and led Paul Germain, Craig Hirko, and the rest of the pack into the first turn. I held position for six laps, but I was pushing hard and the front end was becoming unstable in places. Because of aggressive chatter, I had to roll off more than I wanted through a few key turns, which allowed Craig to catch up and make a pass on lap seven. Thankfully, I was able to repass, but on the eighth and final lap, he
snuck past me coming into the tight chicane and I lost my drive and couldn’t get around him in the final turn before the finish. He and I have similar goals and, seemingly, similar levels of grit and resilience!
Sunday’s Vintage Cup was much the same, but with six laps from
green to checkered flag. Once again, a heated battle resulted in Craig on the top step and me on the second, with Dustin Johnson, Paul Germain, and Jason Lindquist completing the extended podium. With the utmost respect, Craig’s transmission decided to give up the ghost on the cool down lap of Sunday’s 250 GP race. I had to chuckle at the timing. The resilience of that little transmission had met its match at INDE, and I have no doubt Craig’s grit will have it sorted and spinning in no time.
The determination and adaptability of our racers dominated in every class and every race all weekend, but a few moments are particularly worth recognising.
Saturday afternoon, all-round superstar and national champ, Ralph Staropoli stalled his bike on the starting grid of the Open Two Stroke race... Whoops! I’m pretty sure this doesn’t happen very often, and I’m also pretty sure there are few better examples
of someone who can adapt to a challenge than Ralph. He mustered. He rode like a bat outta hell. And from half a lap behind the leaders, he sliced his way through the pack to an impressive fourth place finish. Of course, he dominated in a bunch of other classes throughout the weekend (and got off the line properly) but to me, this was the moment that best exemplified Ralph’s grit and resilience.
The demands of INDE aren’t just felt for those of us hanging off of solo bikes, they’re also intense for the AHRMA members who race on three wheels. I’ve passengered sidecars for multiple seasons, so I can relate to the battering they must have endured this weekend. Huge kudos to all the teams who showed up and showed off their determination, especially new racers Erich Horat and Nancy Groom, rookies who overcame mechanical issues and completed their races – with flair – both days.
Last but certainly not least, the modern bikes that competed at
INDE were especially exciting to watch. Robertino Pietri and Steve Metz put on a heck of a show in Formula Thunder, roaring out of turns on one wheel, never giving an inch to the other. Dramatic racing for spectators and quite the rivalry between them, as I hear. Tight battles were also fought both days in Sound of Thunder 4 between Kevin Dinsmoor and Izaiah Thigpen, who got the schedule started with a proper lightweight dice.
At the end of the day, none of our racers’ grit and resilience would matter if we didn’t first find those qualities in the generous folks who put on these remarkable events. From all over the country, AHRMA staff and volunteers make the trek so that we can race at some of the best tracks in North America. They stood out in the blazing sun and dehydrating winds of INDE for three days, keeping us organised, safe, and having fun. And they did it with smiles and cheers and fist bumps.
This. This is the return loop of the cycle. This is part of what we receive for investing so much passion, time, emotion, and expertise into racing. We go fast around tracks and satisfy the basic psychological drive for accomplishment, but more than that, we are given community. We are surrounded by people just like us, who go to crazy lengths to achieve goals and build themselves into better, stronger, more resilient people. We are energised and incentivised by our tenacious paddock neighbours. We do this racing thing for our own personal goals, no doubt, but we also sign up because we get a heck of a reward from doing it with others.
Hey, all you racers out there with grins from ear to ear... I think you’ve got some grit between your teeth!
WORDS AHRMA STAFF PHOTOS SKYWEST
The Vintage Cup series returned to the historical Willow Springs Raceway April 18-19, continuing with a back to back weekend in the Western Region at Inde Motorsports Ranch, April 25-26 as part of the 2026 AHRMA National Roadracing Series presented by VIB-ISO, delivering a double dose of classic motorcycle racing.
Sponsored by Roadracingworld. com, and NYC Norton (nycnorton. com), this year AHRMA’s 2026 Vintage Cup features the 250 Grand Prix class, which includes any fully GP-kitted 250cc OHV/ OHC four-stroke; 250cc aircooled single cylinder two stroke; 175cc liquid cooled single cylinder two-stroke; or 175cc
air-cooled twin-cylinder twostroke built before December 31, 1968. It’s a showdown of classic small displacement racing that relies heavily on cornerspeed, momentum, and precise engineering, and certain to leave fans on the edge of their seats.
Typical AHRMA 250GP grids include a wide variety of motorcycles such as Aermacchi, Bultaco, Greeves, Montesa, Ducati, NSU, Ossa, and more.
Saturday’s race at Willow, Dustin Johnson took the hole shot on his 1968 Yamaha YCS1/YamaHonda (Honda CB160 sloper frame modified to a full cradle frame to hold the Yamaha YCS1 motor –pipes built by Highwayman Bikes) with Paul Germain hot on his tail
riding a 1967 Yamaha DTIRR. Germain overtook Johnson through turn two, developing and keeping the lead to the checkered flag, with Johson taking second. Jason Lindquist, riding his 1968 Yamaha DT-1, rounded out the podium, with Paul Piskor, racing a 1965 Bridgestone SR175 taking fourth.
In Sunday’s race Germain took the lead at the green flag and held it through the checkered flag, with Johnson taking second and Lindquist finishing third.
The following weekend at Inde Motorsports Ranch brought together a strong field, including four returnees from Big Willow — Germain, Johnson, Lindquist, and Piskor — plus Rounds 3 and
4 Carolina Motorsports Park winners: Holly Varey on her 1968 VanTech CS3 and Craig Hirko riding his 1967 Bridgestone TA 1.
On Saturday, Varey got a great start and cleared Turn 1 in the lead with Germain, Hirko, and the rest of the grid in hot pursuit. Germain was forced to retire with a mechanical early in the race. Hirko closed the gap on Varey, catching her through the tighter sections of the track. However, Varey’s superior power allowed her to pull away on the front straight each time. Hirko finally made a decisive pass just before the final lap and held on to take the victory at the checkered flag, with Varey finishing second, Lindquist third, Johnson fourth, Piskor fifth, and Germain sixth.
On Sunday, the race start mirrored Saturday’s, with Varey once again leading through Turn 1, followed by Johnson, Hirko, and the rest of the field. Hirko overtook Johnson after the first lap, during which time Varey had built a solid gap. Hirko eventually closed the distance, passed Varey for the lead, and held it to the checkered flag. Varey finished second, followed by Johnson in third, Germain in fourth, Lindquist in fifth, and Piskor in sixth.
Big Willow / Willow Springs Raceway - Saturday, April 17, 2026
1. 61 Paul Germain, 1967 Yamaha DTIRR, Winnipeg, MB
2. 760 Dustin Johnson, 1968 Yamaha YCS1, San Francisco, CA
3. 13 Jason Lindquist, 1968 Yamaha DT-1, Chula Vista, CA
4. 58 Paul Piskor, 1965 Bridgestone SR175, San Diego, CA
Big Willow / Willow Springs Raceway - Sunday, April 18, 2026
1. 61 Paul Germain, 1967 Yamaha DTIRR, Winnipeg, MB
2. 760 Dustin Johnson, 1968 Yamaha YCS1, San Francisco, CA
3. 13 Jason Lindquist, 1968 Yamaha DT-1, Chula Vista, CA
Inde Motorsports Ranch - Saturday, April 25, 2026
1. 641 Craig Hirko, 1967 Bridgestone TA 1, Newark Valley, NY
2. 50H Holly Varey, 1968 VanTech CS3, Brantford, ON
3. 760 Dustin Johnson, 1968 Yamaha YCS1, San Francisco, CA
4. 61 Paul Germain, 1967 Yamaha DTIRR, Winnipeg, MB
5. 13 Jason Lindquist, 1968 Yamaha DT-1, Chula Vista, CA
6. 58 Paul Piskor, 1965 Bridgestone SR175, San Diego, CA
Inde Motorsports Ranch - Sunday, April 26, 2026
1. 641 Craig Hirko, 1967 Bridgestone TA 1, Newark Valley, NY
2. 50H Holly Varey, 1968 VanTech CS3, Brantford, ON
3. 13 Jason Lindquist, 1968 Yamaha DT-1, Chula Vista, CA
4. 760 Dustin Johnson, 1968 Yamaha YCS1, San Francisco, CA
5. 58 Paul Piskor, 1965 Bridgestone SR175, San Diego, CA
6. 61 Paul Germain, 1967 Yamaha DTIRR, Winnipeg, MB
“We raced in sunshine once again for our west coast rounds. Folks traveled from all over the country for all the AHRMA classes of racing during these back to back events. But I was particularly pleased the 250GP Vintage Cup class was truly an international event, having a couple of Canadians come down to show us some style,” said series sponsor Kenny Cummings of NYC Norton.
“Paul Germain got it done both days at the fastest track in the west, and Holly Varey put her head down both days at Inde (although fellow New Yorker Craig Hirko put his head down further getting those wins!). Was great to see west coast
brothers Lindquist and Piskor in the mix, and Dustin Johnson is the guy to keep your eye on. Congratulations to all the racers and a shout out to the folks from all over the rest of the country making the trek and keeping our Vintage Racing dreams alive!”
AHRMA first launched the Vintage Cup series during 2019 by spotlighting the 350 GP class. The series resumed during 2021 and highlighted the 500 Premier class. It was followed by Vintage Superbike Heavyweight in 2022, and Formula 750 in 2023. In 2024, the second rotation of featured classes was initiated with 350GP, followed by 500 Premier in 2025. 250GP was added to the series in 2026 - the first year it has been featured.
“As AHRMA shifted to the West Coast series, I knew the 250GP Vintage Cup was going to get exciting,” said Leasha Overturf, AHRMA’s Road Race Director.
“The usual front runners from the first two rounds weren’t on the grid at Willow Springs, but Canadian racer Paul Germain was—and knowing how fast and consistent he is, I expected a great battle. As predicted, Germain delivered and took both wins for the weekend.
The following weekend at Inde Motorsports Ranch in Willcox, AZ, some of the familiar contenders were back. My first thought was how the showdown between Holly Varey and Craig Hirko would unfold with Germain also in the mix. The opening laps were pure excitement as the three of them charged around the circuit. Then, suddenly, Germain was out with a mechanical issue. Varey kept her head down and pushed hard, holding the lead while Hirko steadily closed the gap. I found myself holding my breath as they swapped positions again and again, until Hirko finally managed to secure the win.
This year’s Vintage Cup is shaping up to keep us on the edge of our seats all season long.”
“Rounds at Willow Springs and INDE felt like asking the same orchestra to play two completely different symphonies backto-back. At Willow, it’s all about bravery and revs— nine corners, wide open, where the 250 Grand Prix machines are pushed to their absolute edge. Then you arrive at INDE, and suddenly it’s a chess match— 20-plus turns, precision over
power, where corner speed writes the story. That contrast is exactly why our Vintage Cup, featuring the 250 GP class, stands as the centerpiece of AHRMA’s 2026 season. It rewards not just speed, but adaptability, preparation, and a rider’s feel for the machine beneath them.
Congratulations to the entire 250 GP field for putting on a spectacular show, and especially to Paul Germain and Craig Hirko on their impressive wins. If these rounds proved anything, it’s that the plot is only getting richer as we head to Nebraska”, said Greg “GT” Tomlinson, AHRMA Chairman of the Board of Trustees.
Rounds nine and ten of the AHRMA National Road Race Series Presented by VIB-ISO will be May 15-17 at Motorsport Park Hastings, Hastings, NE.
From Bob Robbins, co-Chairman of the AHRMA Safety Committee “AHRMA’s RWAF fundraising continues to improve our racers safety with the use of Air Fence & Impact Barriers, for both Willow
Springs and Inde Motorsports Ranch. Roadracing World Action Fund, a 501(C)3 non-profit was founded in 2000 by John Ulrich and continues to protect racers & track day riders when things go wrong. To donate go to roadracingworld.com/ actionfund.”
The annual Vintage Cup spotlights one of AHRMA’s road racing classes with extra attention on competitors in the selected class during each race event. Enhanced awards for the Vintage Cup competitors are presented separately from other class trophies during the Saturday awards ceremony at each AHRMA National Road Race event. Highlights from each Vintage Cup race will be reported in RoadRacingWorld.com’s online edition. At the conclusion of each season, the perpetual Vintage Cup trophy will be engraved with the national champion winner’s name and presented to the winner at the National Awards Banquet to keep for one year.
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WORDS BY DEBBIE POOLE
PHOTOS BY SHARON COAD
The Dick Mann National Vintage Challenge for 2026 currently features three competing two-rider teams, with the series just getting underway and plenty of opportunities remaining for additional riders and teams to join the competition. Requirements for Flat Track and Road Race were revised from prior years to encourage greater participation: each team member contributes two scores each in VMX, Cross Country, and Trials, while the Road Race OR Flat Track requirement is one score for each team member. Teams must choose to compete in either Road Race or Flat Track for their DMNVC points, as scores from those two disciplines cannot be combined. Riders interested in competing are encouraged to sign up now and take part while the season is still in its early stages.
Greg GT Tomlinson is back for his fourth aim at a DMNVC championship, this time teamed up with Wes Poole. Kelly Shane and Rob Poole are the second team, and Emmy Poole has paired with James Demoss for team number three.
All team members have raised the bar for themselves, in an effort to eliminate high scores for classes in which they could likely place well due to low entries. A second component to this bar-raising is that most team members have moved to a more difficult skill level across the discipline board. This really puts the “Challenge” into the Dick Mann National Vintage Challenge title!
A core element of the DMNVC is to spotlight the championships’, and AHRMA’s, multi-discipline foundation, and for each DMNVC magazine feature one of those disciplines will be highlighted. This time we zero-in on Trials competition. All Teams were present at the Burrows Ranch national in Chrome, CA, where they plunged in.
GT moved from the Rigid Heavyweight novice class he rode in 2025 competition to Modern Classic novice, a competitive class with high participation. Trials rates as the least in his skill set, but he faces this fact with determination and his usual grin.
Teammate Wes Poole already rides the toughest ability in trials, that of Master. He will contend with a band of Scottish 6 Day-level riders who often attend AHRMA events.
Kelly Shane is consistently competent in the Premier Heavyweight expert class, as is Rob Poole. But as any trials rider knows, losing points in trials is deceptively easy to do and hard to recover from.
Both Emmy Poole and James Demoss have elevated skill levels into arguably two of the most competitive classes in trials, Modern Classic Intermediate for Emmy, and Modern Classic Expert for James. Modern Classic intermediate routinely has the largest number of entries of the day, and in Modern Classic expert, though not as highly attended, many of these riders are poised to move into the Master class.
No other AHRMA Championship competition has more good-will and just plain fun. Each team member will find one of the disciplines to be the one that makes
their toes curl, but widespread support, even from competing teams, has become the foundation of the DMNVC.
IT’S NOT TO LATE TO REGISTER. Registration is still open until June 30, and this early in the season leaves multiple events at which to garner DMNVC points! Don’t have a team-mate? We can help you get one.
Contact DMNVC pointskeeper Debbie Poole at pooleschl1@hotmail.com, and visit the DMNVC Rules and Information pages on the AHRMA website (or scan the QR code on this page).
KATE JORGENSON
he first national for the Northwest Region was held April 11th and 12th at Burrows Ranch in Elk Creek California. AHRMA Trustee, Greg “GT” Tomlinson, mentioned the three C’s that bring this organization together and in the Northwest there are four C’s: Community, Celebration of Machines, Competition and Cookies!
TThe weather this year at Burrows Ranch was a bit on the chilly side for California in early spring, but riders, spectators, and enthusiasts came out to enjoy a fun filled weekend!
The Northwest Region is full of the community atmosphere with potlucks at almost every event, comaradery throughout the pits, and a willingness to volunteer whenever necessary. The weekend started out with our celebration of awards from the previous season in the barn, where many awards were given out including some special perpetual awards for unique motorcycles and volunteers. Keith Caldwell captured the Dick Mann Memorial Award, Sponsored by Speed and Sport, for most points earned in vintage disciplines in the previous season; the previous winner was his close friend,
Blake Lawson, so it was like handing the torch to a friend! The comaradery throughout the pits is always interesting as motorcycle enthusiasts enjoy swapping stories, showing off prized motorcycles, and catching up with old
friends. The Northwest region has the best volunteers; there are many hands that will check the trials event, make awards, work the sign up table, take pictures, flag, input results, and so much more.
The Northwest Region started a new award last season and this year it continues to grow by including three disciplines: trials, motocross, and cross country. The Tech Inspectors choose a motorcycle that represents either the most beautifully restored or a motorcycle that is in its original condition that exhibits the owner’s care in keeping their motorcycle in tip-top condition. The rider and motorcycle receive a plaque. This new tradition for the Northwest gives the opportunity for a celebration of vintage machines and storytelling. At Burrows Ranch the winners were:
• VMX - Fritz Guenther - 1974.5
MAICO 440
• Trials - Brett Bozong - 1974
Bultaco Sherpa T
• Cross Country - Mike Jones1973 Penton 125.
On Saturday morning, trials riders were challenged to new locations for ten sections. As one of the photographers, I decided to get a different perspective and sat in section one, prepared to roll into a creek if a rider came towards me of course, a few close calls with the experts and intermediates having to duck under a tree and make a sharp turn was quite exciting, especially if riders were tall like Matt Parsons, John Blumthal, Sean Chase, Landon Ummel and others!
Later Saturday afternoon, vintage and post vintage racers took to the starting line and with the pop of a shot gun, they slipped and splashed through the cross country course that had to be modified due to the rainy weather. Todd “Weezer” Glass had quite the adventure losing his seat and racing on a flat tire for the majority of the race. The
Richmond Ramblers luckily found his seat in a creek.
Sunday, the weather was wet, chilly, and eventually in the afternoon, the sun came out to make the track perfect. One of the most exciting races to watch was the first race of the day. Chet Mauer got the holeshot over Terry Bentley and Zaio Demarco; it was quite the battle in the Sportsman 250 Expert. Mauer took the win in the first moto, Demarco captured the win in the second moto and the win overall too.
The Northwest Region has its very own Cookie Lady, Judy Jorgenson. She bakes between fifty and one hundred dozen
cookies for every Northwest event. Get those taste buds ready, at Burrows Ranch she featured: Snickerdoodles, Russian Teacakes (with almonds from an AHRMA member who grows them), oatmeal raisin, peanut butter, chocolate chip, and even homemade cinnamon rolls! So if you have a sweet tooth, come to the next Northwest event!
Burrows Ranch was a great success! A special thank you to our sponsors! See you at Old Desmond Ranch, where the local Lions Club is roaring to welcome us back.
WORDS BY CRAIG CHAWLA
Blackhawk Farms Raceway isn’t a track that sells itself on size or complexity. Tucked into the trees along the Illinois–Wisconsin border, at the very southern edge of the Driftless Region, it’s not the longest track on the schedule, nor the most technically intimidating. What it is, is something rarer: a place that feels like it belongs to you.
PHOTOS BY JEAN-JACQUES DE ROOVER, CRAIG CHAWLA, ELLEN OMI, JOSH SAXE, DAN MAY one of the most loved rounds on the schedule. For riders across Chicagoland and Southern Wisconsin, it’s where many had their first track day. Last fall the track got fresh pavement, and really got everyone talking. Rather than explain Blackhawk ourselves, we asked the people who know it best.
The paddock turns into a neighborhood the moment people start setting up camp. Blackhawk joined the AHRMA calendar during the uncertainty of the pandemic and quietly became
Anders Carlson, AHRMA Racer: “If Norman Rockwell had painted life at a race track, it would be Blackhawk.”
Andy Golding, AHRMA Volunteer: “I had spent years riding through
that small area outside Rockton on my way to Brodhead and yet I had not once even accidentally gone past Blackhawk Farms until last year when I arrived for the race. It is tucked in amongst numerous farms, fields and copses where the landscape begins to break from the flat lands into gently rolling hills. It’s a pretty idyllic location, and my first morning at the track I was greeted by a small flock of cranes gathered from the nearby Sugar or Rock rivers in the field adjacent to the entryway.”
Paul Elledge, AHRMA Racer and Volunteer: “Blackhawk Raceway feels like an adult summer camp built around motorcycles.”
Tony Prust, AHRMA Sponsor and Racer: “The definition of local track.”
Paul Grens, AHRMA Racer: “Blackhawk Farms is by far my favorite track to visit or race. BHF was the first track I ever rode on, where I took racing school, and the first track I raced on, so it’s a special one for me. I’ve always loved how everything is completely contained within the track itself, kind of like an island with one bridge in and out.”
Tony Prust: “My first track-day was at BHF over 20 years ago. It was with NESBA and a buddy and I went for our first trackday. An older control rider (compared to our 29-year-old selves then) unfortunately crashed right in front of my buddy.
He was spooked and I was hooked. Later that year I ended up picking up a track dedicated bike.”
Daniela Dolak, Racer Spouse: “Blackhawk seems accessible and intimate compared to some other tracks. I did a vintage track day there, and I was
wearing a giant fluorescent orange shirt over my jacket. I was the slowest out there. Going into that last 90-degree turn, I could see some teen boys in the tower mimicking revving a throttle to get me to go faster! AHRMA racing was not in my future, but Blackhawk was the best place for practicing and learning new skills. I watch the races there now, and I love that I’m familiar with every turn.”
Daniel May, AHRMA Executive Director: “I did my first track day at Blackhawk Farms in May 2011 with Big Bob Burns and his Vintage Circus. I was riding a little BMW 250cc single, and it was one of my first times on the track. I did not have a lot to compare it to as Gratan was the only other track I had been on, but it was the start of my vintage racing experience.”
Bob Burns, AHRMA Volunteer: “Back in 2000 I became friends with a guy who was an instructor for Learning Curves Racing who regularly hosted race licensing schools and riding clinics at Blackhawk. He encouraged me and my then girlfriend to come give it a shot. So, I did some horrifyingly minimal prep to our street bikes, a 1970 Honda CB750K and a 1979 Honda CB750F, and we jammed them into my shitbox 1984 Chevy G30 and drove out to Rockton. We had an unbelievable amount of fun. When we got back to Chicago, I wrote up a post for the online message board a couple of my friends had started and that led to me hosting the first Chicago Vintage Motorcyclists track day at Blackhawk Farms a few years later.
“I was also spending a lot of time hanging around at a motorcycle shop in Chicago called Triple O Service. The owner, parts department, book keeper, lead mechanic and only mechanic was a guy named Fred Cousins. Fred told me that since I was having so much fun with this track day stuff I should go check out some actual racing with AHRMA.
This led to me building my Historic Production Heavyweight CB750 in 2004 and bringing it to my first race at Gingerman in 2005.
“By this point my annual vintage track day was working with MotoVid at Blackhawk Farms and selling out a group of 30 riders every spring with additional riders spilling over into riding schools in other groups including an occasional race school hosted by Garry Bird of YM Racing. And every time someone would ask me how they could do this more often and I would say “well let me tell you about this thing called AHRMA” and then their bank account would start screaming. I think you could make a reasonable argument that my track day at Blackhawk is the reason that you see so many AHRMA entries from within 100 miles of Rockton, Illinois.
“My last year of racing was 2019 so of course AHRMA started racing at Blackhawk in 2020.”
Paul Grens: “I’ll never forget my first race there. I was lucky enough to enjoy some proper racing straight away with Corey
Golla, trading positions lap after lap. We ended up crossing the finish line elbow to elbow. That was one hell of a rush.”
Tony Prust: “BHF is a first track day and race track for a lot of the area riders in that region. It is accessible and caters to motorcycle riding and I think that really sticks with people as “their first” experience. Actually, just remembered I got my race license through
“Learning Curves” at BHF. Lot of history for me at that track.
“Turn 2 is where I tend to pick up slower riders. You can go through it with much more speed than people think and then it sets you up well power wise on the bikes I ride for the carousel. And if you can nail 3a, 4, and 5 you pick up a lot of time. My biggest problem area is last corner. I seldom nail it.”
Anders Carlson: “Months-long project bikes from Midwest garages fire to life under Walmart pop-ups, coolers and family. You spend all day fixing mechanical issues, listening for 3rd call and fighting for real estate in turns 1, 3a and sometimes 7. Then you grill out and drink beer with everyone you spent all day trying
to beat. And tell stories loosely based on what happened. It’s not a unique place at all, and that’s why Blackhawk is great.
“It’s an Everyman’s track, a proving ground for nobodies trying to be somebody. It’s not a very complicated track, nor a technical one. It’s one of the better tracks in America to pin throttles on budget builds and roll the dice on your mechanical and riding skills.
“I can’t think of Blackhawk without thinking of Joey Haupt, who taught me a lot about racing. He basically just tattooed himself to my ass, all day, every session. Just unrelenting pressure. But it worked. I went from trying not to hit anybody to taking the right chances. And wanting to beat Joey more than anyone else on the track. Funny, it was just a track day. But every stolen corner pass felt like a podium spot.”
Paul Elledge: “The place is so familiar after years of riding there,
but the real magic is reconnecting with so many old moto friends who don’t usually make it to AHRMA events. For me, it’s the people who make the place special.”
Cathy Dexler, photographer:
“One of my favorite people at Blackhawk is Colleen, who greets attendees at the gate. I love to see her smile when I drive up, and get updates on her assortment of pet dogs & a pig that is part of her dog pack. I drive a Jeep with a row of dashboard rubber ducks and Colleen made me TWO special crocheted ducks -male and female, the female embellished with long eyelashes. Colleen is one-of-akind!”
Ellen O’Donnell, Racer Spouse:
“My husband has been racing with AHRMA for over a decade and Blackhawk is one of our favorite venues. While not as ‘fancy’ as Barber, or as storied as Road America, it’s so close to Chicago that those of us in the windy city can come up for the day to cheer on our favorite racers and make it home for bedtime. But camping in our Scamp camper is super special. My birthday usually falls right around when AHRMA schedules the Blackhawk races, and one year I came up to support my husband’s racing and was surprised to see that all of the extended AHRMA family was ready for my birthday with a special skirt steak dinner. Another year, for this writer’s birthday I believe, one of the racers had prepared the steak in vacuum sealed bags and then converted a large cooler into a warm sous vide bath, cooking the meat to perfection. Having all the racers sing Happy Birthday to you and then getting to eat delicious steak under a green canopy of trees in a bucolic, shady, camping area with the smell of two strokes in the air? Well, it doesn’t get any better than that.”
New Pavement - Last fall, Blackhawk got new asphalt, the kind of investment that says something about where the track is headed:
Paul Musschoot, Owner of Blackhawk Farms Raceway: “Blackhawk Farms has always been about creating an accessible and enjoyable racing environment. This repaving represents a longterm investment in our racers, clubs, and the future of Midwest motorsports. We’re excited to deliver a faster, safer, and more consistent surface that will keep Blackhawk thriving for decades to come.”
Gail Shumowsky, Blackhawk Farms Raceway Event Coordinator: “So far, the feedback is amazing and people are getting their personal best timing. Looking forward to seeing everyone this year.”
Leash Overturf, AHRMA Road Race Director: “Blackhawk Farms Raceway has long been a special place for me. As a racer,
I always found it both welcoming and technically engaging, with its blend of shaded corners and sun-drenched straights creating a unique rhythm. Race weekends felt like gathering with extended family.
“In my role as Road Race Director, that sense of community remains. While Blackhawk is a club track, it operates with the professionalism of a national venue—excellent communication, a dedicated staff, and dependable onsite EV services. Even off the bike, returning to the same ChiVinMoto spot each year brings a familiar joy. The strong spectator turnout adds an energy that carries through the entire weekend.”
Dan May: “I love the campground feel of the paddock, and the facilities are A+ for a club track. While the course is short, it is still challenging and the new pavement for 2026 is a bonus. I was not sure how the AHRMA members would embrace BHF, but the attendance has been fantastic. It proves that AHRMA is more than just about racing, as Blackhawk provides a
family reunion every year. There is a great spectator draw from Chicago and Milwaukee, and it is always great to see familiar faces. BHF is the whole package, a Midwest gem.”
Anders Carlson: “Why should you go to Blackhawk? It’s the most motorsports fun for the least amount of money. Pit row, campsites, parking, pedestrian paths, it’s all the same. The smell of race gas, two-stroke fumes and humid summer all combine for a magical atmosphere. There’s not much in the way of stands or spectating areas, which makes sense. If you’re at Blackhawk, you’re not just watching what’s happening. You’re part of what’s happening.”
It had been three years since AHRMA last rolled through Desoto Motorsports Park, and in that time, the facility had undergone a transformation that left even seasoned regulars doing a double take.
What once felt familiar now feels expansive. The motocross track itself has been reworked so extensively that only the starting line and finish remain recognizable landmarks. Beyond that, the park has grown into a multi-discipline venue—complete with a truck track, tractor pull grounds, demolition derby setup, and multiple cross-country configurations. Through it all, a few constants remain: the pavilion still stands, and Mrs. Becky’s kitchen continues to serve as the heart of the gathering.
But the biggest surprise of the weekend wasn’t the facility—it was the weather.
For a venue that has historically thrown everything from hailstorms to oppressive heat at
racers, this year’s conditions felt almost suspiciously perfect. Blue skies, manageable temperatures, and low humidity made for what many longtime attendees called the best weather Desoto has ever seen. In fact, more than a few joked they didn’t pack for such comfort and weren’t quite sure how to handle it.
That sense of lighthearted disbelief carried into the pits, where turnout was strong and spirits even stronger. Nearly 100 entries filled the gates for Saturday’s vintage program, with around 120 more lining up for Sunday’s Post Vintage and Next Gen races. Add in a regional cross-country event drawing riders from both the South Central and Southeast regions, and the weekend offered something for everyone. As Henry Gregorich put it, the cross-country course was “very fun in all aspects,” a sentiment echoed throughout the pits.
Saturday’s program kicked off with a packed Vintage 60+ Intermediate gate, a class that continues to embody the competitive yet respectful nature of AHRMA racing. Former Novice standouts Tracy Gibbens and Rick Lehman led the charge early, with Gibbens taking moto one before a second-moto mishap opened the door for others. Lehman’s steady 2-2 finishes earned him the overall, a result that reflects not just speed, but consistency— often the deciding factor in these deep, experienced fields.
Across the day, familiar names and new faces traded wins and hard-fought battles. Jamie Adams and Craig Jackson put on a show in the combined Expert gate races, swapping moto victories and pushing each other, as usual, throughout this and other gates during the weekend. Trey Jorski’s return added another spark, as he controlled the 60+ Expert class in his masterful style, while Charlene Campbell and Brad Harvey claimed wins in their respective classes.
The Sportsman 125 Expert class delivered one of the day’s most competitive matchups, with Adams, Jackson, Jerry Mattox, Taylor Blackwood, and Devon Long all in the mix. Mechanical misfortune for Blackwood and relentless pressure at the front ultimately saw Adams emerge on top, but the depth of the class was clear from gate drop to checkered flag.
Still, as strong as the racing was, it wasn’t the defining story of the day.
If you’ve been to Desoto, you already know—Saturday evening is where the event truly comes alive.
The now-legendary Cajun potluck filled the pavilion with food, laughter, and the kind of
camaraderie that defines AHRMA. Racers, families, and friends gathered not as competitors, but as a community. Stories were shared, meals were passed around, and for a few hours, the focus shifted from lap times to connection.
It was during this gathering that the weekend took on a deeper meaning.
In a heartfelt moment, the Bill Kasson “Ally of the Year” award was presented posthumously in honor of Keith Parker, accepted by Mrs. Becky Parker. The award recognizes individuals who embody the spirit of AHRMA— those who support fellow racers, grow the sport, and serve as ambassadors for the vintage racing community.
There wasn’t a dry eye in the pavilion.
Stories of Keith’s impact, generosity, and presence within the sport filled the evening, reminding everyone that while racing brings us together, it’s the people who keep us coming back.
Sunday’s Post Vintage and Next
Gen program built on the energy of the day before, with even larger participation and a growing presence from the Next Gen ranks.
One of the standout storylines was the return of local Louisiana racer Stuart McAvoy. Lining up against Hoot Parker, Trey Jorski, and a stacked 60+ Expert field, McAvoy wasted no time making his presence known. Tight racing in both motos saw Parker take the overall, but McAvoy’s performance—splitting motos with Jorski and securing second overall—was one of the day’s highlights.
That momentum was carried into the Next Gen classes, where McAvoy turned the tables with a commanding 1-1 performance over Parker. Meanwhile, Rick Lehman continued his impressive weekend, quickly establishing himself in the Intermediate ranks with multiple strong finishes, including a win over longtime competitor John Nelson.
Further back in the program, deep and competitive Intermediate fields showcased the continued growth of AHRMA’s Post Vintage classes. Riders like Jamey Bertrand, Eddie Lee, Renard Smith, and others delivered close racing that kept fans engaged from start to finish.
By the time the final motos wrapped up, the track had held together admirably, the dust had settled, and one thing was clear— the early rounds of the season are carrying a momentum that goes beyond racing.
The spirit in the pits, the turnout across classes, and the increasing visibility of the Next Gen program all point to a healthy and growing community.
Adding to that momentum, a film crew led by Dennis Welsh was on-site capturing footage for an upcoming project focused on AHRMA’s senior racers, particularly those competing in the 70+ classes. It’s another sign that the stories within this
organization—the people, the history, the passion—are beginning to reach a wider audience.
In the end, Desoto delivered more than just a successful weekend of racing. It provided a reminder of what makes AHRMA special: a place where competition and camaraderie exist side by side, where generations of racers share the same track, and where the moments off the bike can be just as meaningful as those on it.
JUNE 26-28 6-28
Established in 1949, what began as a simple beer stand catering to the “dry” counties of North Carolina opened along I-95 at the South and North Carolina state line and geographically just “South of the Border.” Its success quickly grew into something much bigger: a cocktail lounge, gas station, motel, fireworks store, reptile farm, putt-putt golf, amusement park, and multiple restaurants. Towering over it all is the 104-foot-tall mascot, Pedro, whose hat can be spotted for miles in either direction on I-95. It’s a place trapped in time and still has much of the 1950’s feel and kitschy fun!
Over time, South of the Border Motocross (SOBMX) has evolved
into a world-class training facility, serving riders from amateur ranks to the professional level. The property features multiple tracks with structured MX and SX training programs led by in-house coaches. Beyond the motocross facilities lies a surprisingly strong 4.5mile cross-country loop, weaving through woods with a mix of singleand two-track sections, fast fifthgear grass stretches, and even a stint on the MX track. Lap times averaged 13–14 minutes for most riders.
We did have one standout moment: a young resident pro motocross rider decided to try cross country for the first time “just for fun”. From my vantage point in the scoring tent, positioned perfectly to view multiple terrain sections, I watched in disbelief as he clicked off 9:30 lap times. Now, I know the saying goes that pro riders can process information at lightning speed—but so can intermediates and novices, right? Still, this was something else.
After the race, I caught up with the young rider and asked how he liked the course. His response was simple: “The trees are very close together.” Not exactly surprising, considering his setup with Texas Longhorn MX bars, no hand guards, and gloves with the pinky fingers torn out on both sides. We eventually convinced him to head back out for one more lap as sweep before closing things down. As an old guy, I couldn’t help but notice his respectful demeanor. Encounters like that give you confidence in the next generation of off-road riders.
AHRMA couldn’t have asked for better weather for the April 11–12 motocross and crosscountry weekend. Pulling into the campground, you’re greeted by acres of flat, grassy camping overlooking a well-prepared track. The layout struck an excellent balance for both Vintage and Post Vintage machinery. Yes, there were jumps, hills, and even a rhythm section, but nothing beyond the capabilities of a well-ridden premier bike. Experts were able to stretch the legs of their vintage machines, while novices could still enjoy the course without intimidation.
That said, the track demanded respect. Wide, sweeping turns following fourth- and fifth-gear straights had a way of reminding you when you’d run out of ideas. On Sunday morning, the Post Vintage and Next Gen classes took to the gate, showcasing just how far motorcycle engineering had progressed through the late ’70s and beyond.
Off the track, the weekend atmosphere was just as strong. A bike show on the lawn featured everything from a Dick Mann Gold Star to pristine Next Gen machines that looked almost too beautiful to race.
Track conditions on both days were dialed in—shallow-tilled, wide, and watered just enough to keep things fast and flowing. With
the Victory Motorsports team overseeing race administration, it was no surprise the event ran smoothly. Their experience as a professional promoter of Arenacross events along the East Coast brought a high level of organization to the weekend. If you haven’t visited Muddy Creek Raceway, their home facility, mark your calendar for June 20–21 for another AHRMA Southeast twoday MX and Cross-Country event.
A big thank-you goes out to new AHRMA member Joseph Grimes for the hard work in laying out a widely praised cross-country course. Joseph will also be hosting a Trials event on his property in Monroe, North Carolina, on August 1. If you’ve never tried Trials riding, it’s a great opportunity to experience something new and guaranteed to be a fun day on the bike.
Perhaps the most rewarding part of the weekend was watching riders come through the scoring tent—hyped, hooting, and fully in their “A” game. That energy carries all the way to the finish, where helmets come off to reveal big smiles on dirt-covered faces. In the end, that’s what AHRMA is all about: good racing, great people, and plenty of smiles.
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2026 AHRMA National Roadracing Series Presented by VIB-ISO AAR: Academy of Roadracing SRS: Sidecar Racing School
Date
2/12-15
Roebling Road Raceway; Bloomingdale, GA (AAR & SRS)
3/13-15 Carolina Motorsports Park; Kershaw, SC (AAR & SRS)
4/17-19 Big Willow, Willow Springs Raceway; Rosamond, CA (AAR & SRS)
4/24-26 Inde Motorsports Ranch; Willcox, AZ (AAR & SRS)
5/15-17 Motorsports Park Hastings; Hastings, NE (AAR & SRS)
6/5-7 Autobahn; Joliet, IL (AAR & SRS)
6/26-28 New Jersey Motorsports Park; Millville, NJ (AAR & SRS)
7/24-26 Gingerman Raceway; South Haven, MI (AAR & SRS)
7/31-8/2 Blackhawk Farms Raceway; South Beloit, IL (AAR & SRS)
9/11-13 Nelson Ledges; Garrettsville, OH (AAR & SRS)
10/8-11 Barber Motorsports Park; Birmingham, AL
* all events, except Barber Motorsports Park, are hosting both the AAR and SRS
2026 AHRMA National Observed Trials Series presented by Redwood Engineering
Date Venue
4/11 Burrows Ranch; Chrome, CA
5/30 Old Desmond Ranch; Burney, CA
6/6-7 Tennessee Ridge Runners; Bybee, TN
7/11-12 Donner Ranch; Nordon, CA
8/22-23
Tennessee 2-Step; Crossville, TN
9/12 Rattlers Run; Fairfield, WA
9/26 Bushy Ranch; Canby, CA
10/9 Barber Motorsports Park; Leeds, AL
11/6 T&S Racing; Henryetta, OK
2026 AHRMA National Cross Country Series Presented by Redwood Engineering
Date
3/14-15 Firewater Cross Country, Silver Hawk Plantation; Buffalo, SC
4/11 Burrows Ranch; Chrome, CA
4/18-19 Freestone MX; Wortham, TX
5/2-3 Rocket Raceway; 3 Springs, PA
5/22-24 Farm 14; Centreville, MS - canceled
5/30 Old Desmond Ranch; Burney, CA
6/6-7 Tennessee Ridge Runners; Bybee, TN
6/27-28 Brush Buster’s Bonanza; Marceline, MO - canceled
7/25 Burnt Ridge; Onalaska, WA
8/8-9 Shady Acres MX Park; Friendsville, MD
8/22-23 Tennessee 2-Step; Crossville, TN
8/29-30 BSA Club; Toronto, OH
9/18 Diamond Don’s Riverport National; Jefferson, TX
9/26 Bushey Ranch; Canby, CA
10/9 Barber Motorsports Park; Leeds, AL
11/6-8 T&S Racing; Henryetta, OK
Date Venue
3/21-22 Shorty's MX; Blythe, CA - VMX, PVMX, NGMX
3/28-29 Desoto Motorsport Park; Grand Cane, LA - VMX, PVMX, NGMX
4/11-12 South of the Border; Hamer, SC - VMX, PVMX, NGMX
4/12 Burrows Ranch; Chrome, CA - VMX only
4/18-19 Freestone MX; Wortham, TX - VMX, PVMX, NGMX
5/23-24 Farm 14; Centreville, MS - VMX, PVMX, NGMX - canceled
6/6-7 Track 148; Lewiston, ID - VMX, PVMX, NGMX
6/20-21 Muddy Creek Raceway; Blountville, TN - VMX, PVMX, NGMX
7/18-19 Honda Hills; Thornville, OH - VMX, PVMX, NGMX
8/8-9 Shady Acres MX Park; Friendsville, MD - VMX, PVMX, NGMX
8/15-16 Washougal MX Park; Washougal, WA - VMX, PVMX, NGMX
9/5-6 Mill Creek Motorsports; Combs, AR - VMX, PVMX, NGMX
9/12-13 Field of Dreams; Greensburg, PA - VMX, PVMX, NGMX
9/13 Rattlers Run; Fairfield, WA - VMX, PVMX, NGMX
9/19-20 Diamond Don’s Riverport National; Jefferson, TX - VMX, PVMX, NGMX
9/27 Bushy Ranch; Canby, CA - VMX only
10/3-4 Dodge City MX Park; Bremen, AL - VMX, PVMX, NGMX
10/10-11 Barber Motorsports Park; Leeds, AL - VMX, PVMX, NGMX
11/7-8
T&S Racing; Henryetta, OK - VMX, PVMX, NGMX
TBD Glen Helen MX; San Bernadino, CA - VMX, PVMX, NGMX
Date Venue
1/31
2/7
2/14
2/28-3/2
4/11
4/18
5/16
5/16
5/17
SDTA - Marion County Speedway; Ocala, FL (Short Track & TT)
SEFT - Mid Carolina Speedway; Neeses, SC (Short Track)
SDTA - Southern Training Facility; Bainbridge, GA (Short Track)
SDTA - Bike Week at Marion County Speedway; Ocala, FL (Short Track)
SEFT - Tri County Kartway; Kenly, NC (Short Track)
SDTA - Marion County Speedway; Ocala, FL (Short Track & TT)
Southern California Flat Track Association - Perris Raceway; Perris, CA (Short Track)
Triangle Motorcycle Club; Harpster, OH (Short Track)
Triangle Motorcycle Club; Harpster, OH (Half Mile)
6/20 AHRMA - Miami County Fairgrounds; Troy, OH (Half Mile)
7/17
Roeder Racing - Wauseon Vintage National; Wauseon, OH (Half Mile)
8/1 Mile High Showdown; Dacono, CO
8/22
Western Reserve M/C; Salem, OH (Short Track & TT)
9/4 Roeder Racing - Davenport Vintage National; Davenport, IA (Half Mile)
10/3
10/9
10/17-18
11/7
11/14
12/5
Southern California Flat Track Association - Perris Raceway; Perris, CA (Short Track)
AHRMA - Talladega Short Track; Eastaboga, AL (1/3 Mile Clay)
Triangle Motorcycle Club; Harpster, OH (Short Track)
Southern California Flat Track Association - Perris Raceway; Perris, CA (Short Track)
SEFT - Mid Carolina Speedway; Neeses, SC (Short Track)
Southern California Flat Track Association - Perris Raceway; Perris, CA (Short Track)
2026 AHRMA Mid-Atlantic Schedule visit www.ahrma.org/mid-atlantic
Date Event
Disciplines
4/11 Adrenaline Ridge MX Park; Rural Valley, PA MX
4/18-19 Irish Valley MX Park; Paxinos, PA CC, MX
4/25-26 Sutton Station; Summerville, PA CC, MX
5/2-3 Rocket Raceway; Three Springs, PA CC
5/30-31 Smokey Pines MX Park; Mount Pleasant, PA CC, MX
6/13-14 Candytown MC; Elizabethtown, PA CC, MX
6/27-28 Ashcraft Run; Bellefonte, PA
7/11-12 Quiet Oaks Camp; Cross Fork, PA
8/2 Allen’s Farm; Montrose/Lawton, PA
8/8-9 Shady Acres MX Park; Friendsville, MD
8/22-23 Coyote Run; Ebensburg, PA
8/29-30 Ohio Valley BSA Club; Toronto, OH
9/12-13 Field of Dreams Farm; Greensburg, PA
10/10-11 Reynlow Park; Reynoldsville, PA
10/24-25 White Rose MC; Spring Grove, PA
Schedules and venues are subject to change, Visit regional websites for up to date information
2026 AHRMA Northeast Schedule visit www.ahrma.org/northeast
Date Event
4/18-19
Disciplines
Irish Valley MX Park; Paxinos, PA CC, MX
4/26 Claverack MX; Hudson, NY MX
5/2-3
5/16-17
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MX
MX
MX
MX
All MX events will host Vintage, Post Vintage, and Next Gen/ Disc Brake classes (for air-cooled 4-strokes up to 2000, 2-strokes up to current year)
All CC events will host Vintage, Post Vintage, and Disc Brake/ Next Gen classes (for air-cooled 4-strokes up to 2000, 2-strokes up to 2008). See an event flier for more details.
Mid-Atlantic Championship criteria for Cross Country and Motocross are:
• Minimum six (6) region class placings required to qualify for MX championship and year-end awards.
• Minimum eight (8) region class placings required to qualify for CC championship and year-end awards.
• Best six (6) region class placings count toward MX championship.
• Best eight (8) region class placings count toward CC championship.
Potomac Vintage Riders is the primary sponsor of the Mid-Atlantic Cross Country Series and the Motocross Series. Skill levels are Novice, Intermediate and Expert. Cross Country tracks are usually 3.5 to 5 miles long and challenging. Races offer a wide range of trail conditions consisting of hills, woods single-track, grass track and two-track woods roads. All races are 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes (estimated). See a flier above for all the details. The Motocross series venues consist of vintage bike friendly layout (low jumps) consisting of a typical MX track or a GT/ grass track style, 1 mile or more with typically five lap Motos, depending on the venue. Two Motos per class. Similar rider skill levels as Cross Country and we run all AHRMA MX classes. Most tracks use an old-school rubber band start.
2026 AHRMA Great Lakes Schedule visit www.ahrma.org/great-lakes
Event
4/12 SIGPS; Booneville, IN CC
4/18 Irish Valley MX; Park Paxinos, PA CC, MX
5/17 SIGPS; Booneville, IN CC
6/6-7 Summers Compound; Petersburg, KY Trials
7/18-19 Honda Hills; Thornville, OH MX
9/5-6 Hangers; Thormville, OH Trials
9/12-13 Field of Dreams; Greenburg, PA MS
9/20 SIGPS; Booneville, IN CC
11/7-8 T&S Racing; Henryetta, OK MX, CC
11/27 Great Lakes Banquet; Louisville, KY
Bean Field Blast at Rustic Ridge Winery & High Burl Brewery; Burlington Flats, NY CC, MX
Lamoka Motocross; Bradford, NY CC, MX
5/23 State Line MX; N. Pownal, VT MX
6/5-7
Unadilla MX; New Berlin, NY CC, MX
6/20 Hot Iron Dust Up at MX 508; Charlton, MA MX practice
6/27-28 Ashcraft Run; Bellefonte, PA CC, MX
7/11-12 Quiet Oaks; Cross Fork, PA CC, MX
8/1-2 Allen’s Farm MX; Lawton, PA CC, MX
8/22-23 Fergberg Rodeo; Wyalusing, PA CC, MX
9/5-6 Bear Creek Sportsmen; Hancock, NY CC, MX
9/13 Vintage Day at The Farm; Warwick, NY Fun Ride MX & CC (aircooled & drum brakes)
9/26-27 Zoar MX Park; Springville, NY MX Practice and MX (drum brakes)
10/3-4 French Woods; Hancock, NY CC, MX 10/24-25 White Rose MC; Spring Grove, PA CC, MX
2026 AHRMA Northeast Regional Championship Requirements Championship Criteria for Motocross is:
• Six (6) events minimum to qualify for regional championship and year-end awards.
• Best seven (7) events count toward points championship.
Championship Criteria for Cross Country is:
• Five (5) events minimum to qualify for regional championship and year-end awards.
• Best six (6) events count toward points championship.
2026 AHRMA Heartland Schedule visit www.ahrma.org/heartland
6/7 Inman Motocross; Inman, KS MX
6/27-28 Brush Busters; Marceline, MO - canceled CC
9/5-6 Mill Creek Motosports Park; Combs, AR MX
10/3-4 Tonyland Vintage MX Park; Jonesbourg, MO MX
Regional MX Championship Qualifying Requirements:
• Must ride all 3 MX events to qualify for a Regional Championship.
• You must be an AHRMA member to receive Regional AHRMA Championship Awards and points, Non members points will be removed and rescored for members
Regional CC Championship Qualifying Requirements:
• No regional CC championship for 2026
2026 AHRMA Rocky Mountain Schedule visit www.ahrma.org/rocky-mountain
2026 AHRMA Southwest Schedule visit www.ahrma.org/southwest
1/11
ARX @ Glen Helen; San Bernardino, CA MX
2/1 ARX @ Glen Helen; San Bernardino, CA MX
3/7 ARX @ Glen Helen; San Bernardino, CA MX
3/21-22 Shorty’s Sports Park; Blythe, CA MX
5/16 ARX @ Glen Helen; San Bernardino, CA MX
6/14 ARX @ Glen Helen; San Bernardino, CA MX
7/18 ARX @ Glen Helen; San Bernardino, CA MX
10/4 ARX @ Glen Helen; San Bernardino, CA MX
11/15 ARX @ Glen Helen; San Bernardino, CA MX
12/12 ARX @ Glen Helen; San Bernardino, CA MX
For Details on each event go to: ARX go to americanretrocross.org
For regional events please go to the AHRMA table after registering with the promoter to sign up to be scored points for the Southwest Regional Series. If you don’t sign up at our table, you won’t get regional points. We need to know your name, member number, bike number and AHRMA class (such as: Sportsman 250 Novice) you are riding in. AHRMA members racing will be scored separately for the regional series and placings will exclude non-AHRMA members. For example, you might finish 3rd overall but first AHRMA depending on how other AHRMA members finish. This will be done after the event in an Excel spreadsheet. This spreadsheet will be posted on the SW Region webpage.
2026 Regional Championship Qualifying Requirements:
• All Southwest events count for Regional Championships
• 6 events in the same class required to qualify for Championships.
• Must be a full AHRMA member for championships.
2026 AHRMA Northwest Schedule visit www.ahrma.org/northwest
3/14-15 Fingerlake; Red Bluff, CA *If weather delay 3/21-22 Trials, CC, VMX/Iron Butt Weekend
4/11-12 Burrows Ranch; Chrome, CA *If weather delay 4/18-19 Trials, CC, VMX/Iron Butt Weekend
4/25 Leapfrog Classic Trials, Frog Pond Motoranch; Vacaville, CA - CANCELLED Trials
5/2-3 Steel Stampede, Deshutes County Fairgrounds; Redmond, OR Trials, VMX
5/30-31 Old Desmond Ranch; Burney, CA CC, MX, Trials, Iron Butt Weekend*
6/6-7 Track 148; Lewiston, ID MX
7/11-12 Donner Trials, Boreal; Soda Springs, CA Trials
7/25-26 Burnt Ridge MX Park; Onalaska, WA Trials, CC, VMX/Iron Butt Weekend
8/15-16 Washougal MX Park; Washougal, WA MX
8/22-23 Tea Cup Trials & Tea Cup Scott Trials; Point Arena, CA Trials
9/12-13 Rattlers Run Ranch; Fairfield, WA MX, Trials
9/26-27 Bushey Ranch; Canby, CA VMX, CC, Trials, Iron Butt Weekend*
2026 AHRMA Northwest Regional Championship Series
• All Northwest events count for 2025 Northwest Championships.
• All events count
• VMX – 4 to qualify
• Trials – 5 to qualify
• Cross Country – 3 to qualify
• Regional points awarded at National events on Northwest’s schedule.
You must be an AHRMA member to receive Regional AHRMA Championship Awards and Points. Non member points will be removed and rescored for members.
2026 IRON BUTT
• Complete 2 motos in the same class
• 3 Trials loops
• Finish Cross Country in all 4 scheduled events
AHRMA Northwest Post Vintage / NextGen MX Schedule Coming Soon
Date Event Disciplines
1/4
1/25
2/22
3/14-15
3/28-29
4/11-12
4/25-26
5/16-17
Masters Motoplex; Gaston, GA CC
Moonshiner; Statesboro, GA - CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER CC
MX DesStates; Waldo Motorsports Park; Waldo, FL MX
Firewater Cross Country, Silver Hawk Plantation; Buffalo, SC CC
Desoto Motorsports Park; Grand Cane, LA CC, MX
South of the Border; Hamer, SC CC, MX
Monster Mountain; Elmore County, AL MX
Barber Motorsports Park; Leeds, AL MX
5/23-24 Farm 14; Centreville, MS CC, MX
5/30
6/6-7
6/20-21
Henry’s Hills; Cornelia, GA Trials
Tennessee Ridge Runner; Bybee, TN CC, Trials
Muddy Creek MX Park; Blountville, TN CC, MX
8/1 Coyote Creek Trial; Monroe, NC Trials
8/22-23 Tennessee 2-Step; Crossville, TN CC, Trials
9/5-6
10/3-4
10/9-11
Monster Mountain; Elmore County, AL MX
Dodge City MX; Breman, Al CC, MX
Barber Motorsports Park, Vintage Fest; Leeds, AL CC, MX, Trials 11/4
11/7-8
Henry’s Hills; Cornelia, GA Trials
Elizabeth City Motocross Park; Elizabeth City, NC MX
2026 Southeast Regional Championship Requirements
You must be an AHRMA member to receive regional points and end-of-year Championship Awards.
All AHRMA sanctioned events held in the southeast will count toward a southeast regional championship. We are including the regional CC at Desoto, LA as a SE event. Desoto is a national MX.
• Cross Country- Top 6 events to qualify, 7 are counted. At least 1 event must be regional
• Motocross- Top 7 events to qualify 8 are counted. At least 3 events must be regional.
• Trials- Top 4 events to qualify 5 are counted. At least 1 event must be regional. Subject to change as the regional schedule evolves
Eligibility for the above is IAW 11.5.c. of the AHRMA Handbook. Did Not Start (DNS) or Did Not Finish (DNF) does not receive credit for attending that race. Additionally, 15.3.6 is applied for regional championship eligibility in cross country.
2026 AHRMA South Central Schedule visit www.ahrma.org/southcentral
3/6-8 Leesville Motorsports Park; Leesville, LA MX, CC
3/28-29 Desoto Motorsport Park; Grand Cane, LA MX, CC
4/18-19 Freestone MX; Wortham, TX MX, CC
5/23-24 Farm 14; Centreville, MS - canceled MX, CC
9/18-19 Diamond Don’s; Jefferson, TX MX, CC
11/6-8 T&S Racing; Henryetta, OK MX, CC
2026 Regional Championship Requirements to Qualify
You must be an AHRMA member to receive Regional AHRMA Championship Awards and Points. Non-member points will be removed and rescored for members.
Minimum requirements for Motocross Championship:
• Minimum 5 races to be a regional champion.
Minimum requirements for Cross Country Championship:
• Minimum 7 races of which 1 race must be a regional
*DeSoto is a National race for VMX and PVMX however, it is Regional only for Cross Country but we will be doing double points for the CC only.
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