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The AMA announced the members of its Safe-to-Race Task Force as their 2020 ' Motorcyclists of the Year ' in recognition of " their contribution to uniting the motorcycle competition industry and providing the expertise and guidelines that got America competing again during the coronavirus pandemic ." The group developed the guidelines and practices that paved the way for the return of motorcycle racing in 2020 .
The AMA has followed the lead set in other global race markets , taking a virtual leap with the award of a sanction for the AMA eSports National Championship . Under a multi-year agreement as an AMAchartered promoter , INIT ESPORTS will organize and promote the AMAsanctioned two-wheel eSports competition . To be released soon , the AMA-sanctioned esports calendar will include two-wheel video game competitions of varying sizes and scope , culminating in an annual national championship that will award AMA National No . 1 plates to class champions as early as 2021 .
K & K Promotions , Inc ., operated by famed motorcycle daredevil Evel Knievel ' s son Kelly , owner of the intellectual property rights of his father ' s name , heritage and estate , has filed a lawsuit in federal court against The Walt Disney Company , Pixar , and other Disney-related entities , alleging trademark infringement and violations of K & K ' s rights of publicity . The dispute centers on a " Toy Story 4 " character that is said to infringe on the daredevil motorcyclist ' s trademark and its own Evel Knievel Stunt Cycle toy .
BMW Motorrad has posted the second-best annual sales figures in its history despite the challenges of a year in which COVID-19 turned the world inside out . They delivered 169,272 motorcycles and scooters to customers worldwide (+ 3.4 %); 39,673 units in Q4 (+ 3.8 %). The company launched thirteen new models for 2020 and consolidated its position as one of the fastest growing motorcycle manufacturers in the world .
The 2021 Biltwell People ' s Champ
Conceived by the editors of Showclass magazine , The People ' s Champ Motorcycle Show was devised in order to " shine a light on the unsung heroes of custom motorcycle culture ." Biltwell were supporters of Showclass magazine ' s efforts since the beginning , and event guru Mike " Otto " Deutsch told AMD : " Showclass was a chopper ' zine that hailed from the East Coast and got its start about ten years ago . Part of the little magazine ' s allure was its ability to promote underground builders , and from that sprang their People ' s Champ Show . " Hosted for the first time in 2013 , The People ' s Champ bike show gave garage tinkerers 15 minutes of fame by tempting everyone who participated with a chance to win a spot at the esteemed Born-Free Show . Voting took place online , and the finalists made their way to California for one last vote by attendees at a preparty the night before the big show ." After the magazine folded in 2017 , Biltwell took the reins completely . For the 2020 edition of The People ' s Champ Bike Show , Biltwell whittled down early contestants via online voting as per tradition , but when the coronavirus forced the cancelation of Born-Free last summer , organizers switched gears . With in-person voting at Cook ' s Corner , the famous Orange County , California Biker ' s Bar , rendered impossible , show organizers switched to an all online affair and opened voting for the big winner to the entire world . When the virtual dust settled , the people crowned Steve " Part Timer " Glennon from Denver , Colorado , the 2020 Biltwell People ' s Champ and awarded him the $ 10,000 cash grand prize that comes with the honor . Bill told AMD that Biltwell are doing it
While the full schedule for the 2021 AFT season is still awaited , some promoters are already confirming their place in the calendar - especially those who are going to again host doubleheaders . The Memphis Shades backed Springfield Miles were confirmed recently , and SDI Racing has now confirmed a doubleheader for the return of the legendary Sacramento Mile - Friday , May 7 and Saturday ,
Steve " Part Timer " Glennon from Denver , Colorado - the 2020 Biltwell People ' s Champ scooped the $ 10,000 cash grand prize plus bragging rights by the bucket full !
again this year . " We have already selected 13 semi-finalists from nearly 200 early entries . While all makes and models are welcome , the bikes typically feature Harley-Davidson lineage . Regardless of make or model , every bike from this year shares one common trait : a ton of style ." You can follow social media channels as People ' s Champ and Biltwell document all of the builders and their bikes . The men ( and one woman ) semifinalists must complete their bikes in time for this year ' s summer deadline . The criteria for eligible bikes are simple : every bike has to run , and every builder has to take his custom machine
Sacramento Mile Announces AFT Doubleheader Events for 2021
May 8 , 2021 at the Cal Expo Fairgrounds . " All three Progressive AFT classes will compete on one of the most beloved Mile racetracks on the circuit , delivering a weekend of highspeed race action the NorCal crowd will not want to miss .
on a 50-mile ride before voting occurs at Cook ' s Corner on the Friday evening before Born-Free 2021 which , at the time of writing , is slated for June 2021 at its usual Oak Canyon Ranch , Silverado , California venue . In addition to the grand prize , every builder who makes the cut will receive $ 1,000 and bragging rights . Metzeler Tires and Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys along with a hand-picked selection of grass roots-oriented brands are already lined up to sponsor this year ' s event . To meet this year ' s builders and see their machines bloom online in real time , follow ... @ biltwell _ peoples _ champ and @ biltwell on Instagram .
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