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AMA Video: How Malcolm Smith was introduced to Husqvarna

3/2/2010 10:16:54 AM EDT

In 1966, a man walked into a Southern California motorcycle shop. He walked out with a deal that would help put Husqvarna motorcycles on the map and change motocross in America forever.

Appropriations bill debate creates opportunity to influence lead-related ban of youth off-highway vehicle

2/26/2010 5:36:44 PM EDT

The AMA is urging motorcyclists to take advantage of an immediate opportunity to stress to members of the U.S. Congress how the lead-related kid bike ban has affected the lives of families who recreate responsibly off-road.

AMA members receive the best rates on Allstate supplemental insurance

2/26/2010 4:37:03 PM EDT

AMA members can purchase supplemental insurance from Allstate at the lowest rates available.

Leslie Porterfield will interview world's fastest motorcyclists at Breakfast at Daytona

2/25/2010 7:50:29 AM EDT

Leslie Porterfield's unusual perspective on speed makes her a natural choice for interviewing the world's fastest motorcyclists, Chris Carr and Denis Manning, at the March 5 AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum Breakfast at Daytona.

AMA, KTM give away KTM 530 EXC

2/24/2010 3:07:12 PM EDT

Paul Calder of Burbank, Calif., won the 2010 KTM 530 EXC from sponsor KTM North America for participation in 2009 AMA/KTM National Dual Sport Trail Riding Series.

Congress reacts with outrage to administration plan to take public lands without public debate

2/24/2010 2:42:30 PM EDT

Bipartisan congressional reaction was swift after the AMA and others revealed the Department of Interior's plan to designate without public debate as many as 13 million acres of public and private land in the West as National Monument areas.

Triumph announces 2010 models

2/23/2010 2:17:43 PM EDT

For 2010, Triumph's line will grow to 23 models across seven motorcycle families from the current 16 models.

Former AMA Board Chairman Dal Smilie Sentenced

2/22/2010 5:09:03 PM EDT

Former American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) Board Chairman Dal Smilie was sentenced Monday, Feb. 22, to eight months in prison and two years probation for embezzling more than $100,000 through fraudulent travel reimbursement claims.

AMA objects to National Monument designations without public debate

2/18/2010 11:09:03 PM EDT

The AMA has formally objected to a process being developed by the Obama Administration to potentially designate as many as 13 million acres of public and private land as National Monument.

Sitting on the sidelines is not an option

2/18/2010 10:49:08 AM EDT

As I reflect on the unprecedented attacks on motorcycling in 2009, and the enormity of the challenges ahead, I have reached an inescapable conclusion: No longer can any motorcyclist afford to sit on the sidelines.

MSF commends California Highway Patrol for road signs

2/18/2010 8:26:42 AM EDT

Statewide "Share the Road" signs deliver safety message to millions of motorists in the Golden State.

AMA announces changes to its Board of Directors

2/16/2010 7:59:34 PM EDT

The most notable change is the restructuring of the AMA Board of Directors to reduce the number of corporate-elected members from six to four, and the addition of two at-large member positions.

Skagit Powersports wins Dealer of the Year

2/16/2010 6:42:59 PM EDT

Skagit Powersports, a multiline dealership in Burlington, Wash., north of Seattle, was named the 2010 Dealer of the Year during the Top 100 Awards Ceremony.

AMA 'Think. Ride.' public service announcement campaign now offers print, web and radio resources

2/15/2010 1:36:21 PM EDT

The audio, print and web messages supplement the responsible-riding and driver-awareness videos announced in October 2009.

First Ride for Kids for 2010 raises $67,000 in South Florida

2/15/2010 12:54:02 PM EDT

Riders in Coral Springs, Fla., started the 2010 Ride for Kids season by raising $67,440 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation at the sixth annual South Florida event.

AMA Hall of Famer Malcolm Smith to serve as Grand Marshal for 2010 AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days

2/13/2010 5:43:25 PM EDT

In recognition of Malcolm Smith's contributions to the success of Husqvarna, the AMA and Husqvarna Motorcycles North America will honor Smith as Grand Marshal at the 19th annual AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days.

Spread the word: 'Think. Ride'

2/11/2010 3:35:25 PM EDT

Media outlets are encouraged to download print, radio and video assets that promote responsible riding.

Two new Husqvarnas will be unveiled in Indy

2/10/2010 2:48:06 PM EDT

The 2011 TE630 dualsport motorcycle and the SMS630 supermoto will be on display at the Indianapolis Dealer Show this weekend.

AMA welcomes John Willoughby as development director

2/10/2010 1:24:19 PM EDT

Willoughby will serve as the development director of the AMA, and will be responsible for raising funds and cultivating relationships with donors and supporters.

MIC launches multimedia campaign to permanently stop ban on youth motorcycles and ATVs

2/10/2010 9:36:51 AM EDT

Effort will launch at the 2010 Dealernews International Powersports Dealer Expo in Indianapolis this weekend.