The Vintage Motorcycle Days is a

motorcycle A motorcycle (motorbike, bike, or trike (if three-wheeled)) is a two or three-wheeled motor vehicle steered by a handlebar. Motorcycle design varies greatly to suit a range of different purposes: long-distance travel, commuting, cruising ...

event and rally held annually in

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that covers more than 300 acres.

History

The event has a long and rich history, as one of motorcycling’s most fun and feel-good-events. Activities include the AMA Vintage Grand Championship, which features

Road racing Road racing is a form of motorsport racing held on a paved road surface. The races can be held either on a closed circuit or on a street circuit utilizing temporarily closed public roads. Originally, road races were held almost entirely on publ ...

motocross Motocross is a form of off-road motorcycle racing held on enclosed off-road circuits. The sport evolved from motorcycle trials competitions held in the United Kingdom. History Motocross first evolved in Britain from motorcycle trials competi ...

Hare scramble Hare scramble is a form of off-road motorcycle racing that varies in distance and time, with the riders completing multiple laps around a marked course through wooded or other rugged natural terrain. Course Hare scrambles are conducted on closed ...

, and

Dirt track racing Dirt track racing is a form of motorsport held on clay or dirt surfaced oval race tracks often used for thoroughbred horse racing. Dirt track racing started in the United States before World War I and became widespread during the 1920s and 1930s ...

. In addition there is a motorcycle swap meet with memorabilia and bikes from all eras. Annual bike exhibits include, the American Motor Drome Wall of Death, product demos, and motorcycle experts. All the proceeds benefit the AMA

Motorcycle Hall of Fame The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum is an offshoot of the American Motorcyclist Association, recognizing individuals who have contributed to motorcycle sport, motorcycle construction, or motorcycling in general. It also displays motorcycles ...

. Sponsors of this event have included

BikeBandit BikeBandit is a former motorcycle parts superstore retailer founded in 1999 by successful serial entrepreneur Ken Wahlster. Wahlster sold the company in 2013 and has gone on to open other companies in the motorcycle industry (8 Ball Motorcycle Ti ...

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References

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