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Broc Glover Named Grand Marshal of the 2024 Permco AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days via Yamaha
Six-time AMA National Motocross Champion to Headline AMA Centennial Celebration
PICKERINGTON, Ohio – This year’s Permco AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days presented through Yamaha will also serve as a celebration of the AMA’s centennial, taking place July 26-28 at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio, and who better to sign up for the festivities than the “Golden Boy” of professional motocross’s golden years?
While Yamaha will also celebrate the 50th anniversary of the legendary YZ250 at VMD, six-time AMA National Motocross Champion, Yamaha legend and AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Broc Glover will act as the event’s grand marshal, rooting himself in a three-day program. Celebration of all things vintage motorcycles.
“I’m looking forward to this year’s AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days in Mid-Ohio,” Glover said. “Unfortunately, I’ve never been to the VMD, but it’s been on my bucket list for years. It’s quite an event, but this year looks like it’s going to be even more spectacular, with the birthday party for the 100th AMA and Yamaha’s 50th for the YZ. It is a great honor to be named Grand Marshal of such a special event. I can’t wait to enjoy the sights and sounds that vintage motorcycling has to offer and spend time with some of the world’s most unwavering enthusiasts.
Hailing from San Diego, Glover’s motorcycle adventure began when he was just nine years old and had a primary evolution when he began racing at the age of 13. Although monetary difficulties hampered his early racing efforts, Glover was obviously a standout competitor and turned pro when he was only 16 years old.
After his promising rookie campaign, Glover signed a professional contract with Yamaha in 1977 and remained with the logo for the rest of his illustrious racing career. In his first 3 seasons with the logo, Glover competed in 3 AMA 125cc Motocross National Championships and the first. driver to win 3 consecutive titles in the class. During that race, Glover also scored a victory at the 125cc United States Grand Prix at the former headquarters of Mid-Ohio Moto Park in Lexington, Ohio. . . just a few miles from Mid-Ohio Moto Park. Ohio Sports Car Course, where the VMD is held annually.
Glover ascended to 500cc elegance in 1981 and was not short of pace, winning 3 more titles in 1981, 1983 and 1985. Glover retired in 1989 and finished his career with 50 very good wins in AMA National Motocross.
“Broc Glover is a champion in every sense of the word, on and off the track,” said Mitch Boehm, editorial director of AMA, “but especially in terms of his long-standing partnership with Yamaha, which will celebrate his legendary YZ250 styling at the VMD. We are excited to welcome you as Grand Marshal for this year’s VMD celebration. With Yamaha as title sponsor and the 50th celebration of the YZ250 and 100th AMA, this year’s VMD is sure to be a milestone event.
At VMD, Glover will be available to sign autographs, communicate with enthusiasts on the AMA Soundstage, participate in the Tour for History at the Mid-Ohio track and much more. Yamaha will also be present with historic motorcycles and demonstrations. while Glover will be joined by several other racing champions who have raced for the historic brand.
The Permco AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days presented through Yamaha are just around the corner and are about to be a very special event. Featuring North America’s largest motorcycle exchange show, motorcycle shows, AMA Hall of Fame exhibits, supplier exhibits, and multi-discipline races. , there is something for everyone at VMD.
To purchase tickets and stay informed about the latest news about VMD, https://vintagemotorcycledays. com/. Be sure to sign up for VMD’s newsletter and follow our Facebook and Instagram pages.
About the American Motorcycle Association
Founded in 1924, the AMA is a non-profit club whose goal is to promote the motorcycle lifestyle and protect the future of motorcycling. As the world’s largest motorcycle rights and occasion sanctioning organization, WADA champions motorcyclists at all levels of government and sanctions thousands of competitions and recreational occasions each year. In addition to offering its members discounts on money-saving products and services, the AMA also publishes American Motorcyclist, a newly revitalized full-color monthly magazine (and virtual version) that covers motorcycle news and history with glossy photographs and compelling writings. American Motorcyclist is also the largest flow magazine in North America. Through the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Pickerington, Ohio, the AMA honors the heroes and heritage of motorcycling. For more information, visit AmericanMotorcyclist. com.
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