AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days
Tens of thousands of motorcyclists from around the United States (from around the world in fact) gathered at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio, July 26-28 for the 2024 Permco AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days presented by Yamaha to help the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) mark its 100th anniversary.
One of the largest single-weekend events in all of motorcycling, including North America's largest motorcycle swap meet, the annual event raises funds for the American Motorcycle Heritage Foundation, a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit that helps fund the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame's mission to promote and preserve the history and heritage of motorcycling in America.
"Every year, the AMA takes great pride in organizing AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days," said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman, "and this year was even more special as the AMA celebrated its 100th anniversary. The weekend gives motorcyclists a chance to celebrate vintage bikes while spending time with family and friends, enjoying the freedom of two wheels with like-minded enthusiasts.
"This event wouldn't be possible without a long list of partners, supporters and volunteers. We appreciate them all, as well as everyone who attended the record-breaking event, which enables us to raise money for the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame."
The Grand Marshal for the event was AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer and six-time AMA National Champion Broc Glover - whose weekend duties included leading the Lap of History aboard a Ténéré 700, kindly provided by Yamaha as presenting sponsor of the event.
AMA Business Development Manager Michael Kula thanked the many companies who supported the event financially. "A huge thank you to Permco, who was our Title Sponsor for the second year in a row," Kula said. "We also appreciate Yamaha, who was the event's Presenting Sponsor."
Other sponsors included State Farm, Royal Enfield, B'laster, SSR Motorsports, Motozilli Powersports, Biltwell, Kenda Tire, American Motor Drome Company, Classic British Motorcycle Club, Iron Pony, STACYC, Mimi & Moto, Moto Motion, Skidmark Garage, Motorcycles and Coffee, Vintage Rides, Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Club, Angel Boy by Boozy, Big Ear Inc., DC Dirt Camp, Legends and Heroes Moto Museum, Liquid Lab & Studio, Red Bull, Ryvid Inc., Smart Massage, Thrive Medical Center, National Cycle, Brakecrafters, Cometic Gasket and Klotz Lubricants.
Highlights included the VMD swap meet, which was bigger than ever this year with more than 825 vendor spaces all sold out.
AMA Chief Operating Officer James Holter expressed appreciation for Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, "the AMA's most important operational partner. The course offers one of the few facilities in the country able to accommodate the many activities that make AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days what it is. This wouldn't be possible without the professional and experienced team running the track."