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[Buzz Kanter]

The good people at the AMA Hall of Fame have invited me to ride one of my classic motorcycles in a special parade to and around the Mid-Ohio race track near Lexington, Ohio the weekend of July 24-26. And they asked me to help spread the word to other enthusiasts who are interesting in bringing and riding your old bikes with us.

Here's the deal. The AMA is celebrating its 85th Anniversary this year and the AMA’s Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum has planned for a special ride - at least one from every year the Association has been in existence - for a special parade at the 2009 AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days.

There are plenty of newer bikes to chose from but they are looking for a solid turn out of the older iron and that's where we can help by bringing our old motorcycles and helping spread the word to others who can also join in the fun on this special parade.

The folks at the AMA made a "dream list" of bikes they would like but they are open to others not on the list, so please feel free to offer whatever you have that you feel could be a good addition. I am planning on attending the event and riding in the parade with my original 1924 Harley JDCA - which means I need to get it running right after letting it sit for too many years.

The good news is that all entrants will be provided two weekend passes available at will call.

A parade of the machines is planned for Saturday, July 25, around lunch time. Machines will need to line up at a location about 5 miles from the track and ride to the event at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course. That means all the machines must be in good running condition, safe and roadworthy.

Each motorcycle will be photographed for a special feature on the AMA and Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum websites. One photo will include the owner(s). A copy of these photos will be provided to each owner but AMA will retain non-exclusive rights to use each photo. You can submit more than one bike but must supply a rider for each motorcycle they accept for the event. AMA staff reserves the right to select from among entered machines for the machine most appropriate, best condition, etc.

If you're still interested in being part of this historic event you should visit the AMA web site - click Here - and send them the info they ask for, and tell them Buzz Kanter sent ya!