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
Victory Motorcycles made a chess move worthy of Bobby Fischer in 2001. That was the year it first enlisted the services of one Arlen Ness, aka the Godfather of Custom Motorcycle Builders. The introduction of the Arlen Ness Signature Series Accessories made exclusively for Victory followed. It was a savvy marketing strategy. What better name could you have associated with your motorcycles than Arlen Ness, a legend in the custom building world? The only move that could sweeten the pot more would be to enlist the services of Arlen’s son Cory as well, who is a distinguished custom motorcycle builder in his own right. This would initiate a longstanding friendship and working relationship between the Ness family and Victory Motorcycles.