Topic: Road America Vintage Motorcycle Weekend

[Big Bob]

From the "Events" forum:

http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=62628.0

For those of us from the Chicago, Milwaukee, Madison, etc. area this thing could turn into Vintage Motorcycle Days without the long boring ride to Ohio.

[Old Scrambler]

Bob, I am with you 100%.............I've been comunicating with Will Stoner about a swap meet...........but no news as of today.  The RA management wants to do things but seems to be very hesitant about pulling the trigger.  There is room on the grounds for motocross and scrambles, as well as observed trials.  The problem is too many other competing AHRMA events on the same weekend at other midwest locations.  The flat-track races could be held in Plymouth or both the flat-track and motocross could be run on the Gravity Park facility. Its only 20 miles north.

I think the vintage clubs in the midwest should just start promoting this event as a place to hold their annual events. RA has offered discount admission tickets to clubs, including advanced-purchase wrist bands so that clubs can ride in together.  If nothing big is announced soon, I will sponsor a meeting place at the track and host a ride for all SOHC riders.  Now if someone could get all of the XS650, Z1, H1 & H2, and the numerous other owner's groups to show up, it would be quite a crowd. 

[hoodellyhoo]

I'll be there. Can't wait to see what comes of it.

[Old Scrambler]

OK.......its on.............More posts on the EVENTS page

Road America Expands Vintage Motorcycle Weekend

Elkhart Lake, Wis., December 7, 2009--Road America is adding new event features to its annual vintage motorcycle weekend. The Road America Vintage Motorcycle Classic, June 11-13, 2010, will mark the return of the American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association (AHRMA) with the addition of motocross and cross country and trials on courses built specifically for vintage racing. "Road America is acknowledged as a world-class road racing facility. When we discovered that the property had hundreds of acres of prime off-road terrain, we were pleased to add AHRMA National Off-Road events to the traditional schedule of road racing," said AHRMA Executive Director David Lamberth. Road America has a large motorcycle racing fan base and always encourages vintage motorsports enthusiasm. Track president George Bruggenthies is pleased with the expanded event, "The world of vintage motorcycling is a vibrant, diverse family that includes, collectors, restorers and enthusiasts who just love to ride old bikes, as well as racers. We're throwing a family reunion," he stated.

Other race-weekend features are being added through a partnership with longtime motorcycle events producer Will Stoner. Stoner is coordinating a swap meet, club corrals and a moving bike show. "I'm excited to have the opportunity to do a swap meet and bike show in such a fantastic location. The swap meet area is one of the best I've seen, the roads are fantastic and Wisconsin hospitality is great," Stoner said. The swap meet is open to all brands of motorcycles, but is limited to bikes, parts, memorabilia and tools. The on-site bike show will include judging with awards presented in 13 classes and a leisurely 40-mile ride through the scenic Wisconsin countryside. Club Corrals will be open to all vintage motorcycle clubs and organizations wishing to have a corral spot on Club Row. The spaces will be free to any club that registers by June 2, 2010. Clubs will be able to park their bikes, sell memberships and club regalia, as well as have a picnic for club members. Participants only need to purchase an advance event ticket to use the Club Corrals.
 
Participant information for the swap meet, bike show and club corral is available by contacting Will Stoner: 440-591-5099, willstoner@classicswapmeets.com. Other event details will be posted as they become available, at www.roadamerica.com.
 
Road America is a 640-acre, year-round motorsports facility entering its 55th race season. In addition to major race events, Road America offers motorcycle and supermoto schools, corporate ATV and karting programs, and top-of-the-line hospitality. Season Passes, which include the event listed above, are $370 through Feb. 15, 2010. For up-to-date event information visit www.roadamerica.com or call 800/365-7223.  -END