In the following interview, AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman speaks out about the dispute that has arisen with the American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association (AHRMA) and the future of that organization’s role at AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days.
AmericanMotorcyclist.com (AM): AHRMA has been posting on its website statements regarding a vaguely defined “dispute” over its sanctioning agreement with the AMA, the most recent being on April 15. These statements have led to a number of rumors that AHRMA will not be involved with this year’s AMA Vintage Motorcycle Day at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio. Can you tell AMA members and our readers what the fuss is all about? … Details
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