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The American
Motorcyclist
Association is proud that ® Laconia Motorcycle Week , which dates to 1916, is an AMA National Gypsy Tour Heritage Event and part of the 2018 AMA National Gypsy Tour
Gypsy Tours began as small gatherings of motor- cyclists who rode to a scenic spot for a picnic and motorcycle competitions. There often were races, including hillclimbs, “Tourist Trophy” (TT) and dirt- track events, along with field meets involving such motorcycle games as slow races, stake races and plank riding. The events eventually evolved into some of the largest road-riding events of the year.
Started by the Motorcycle and Allied Trades Association, the official Gypsy Tours came under the supervision of the AMA at its founding in 1924.
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• Charters nearly 1,200 motorcycle clubs and pro- moters.
In addition to sanctioning road-riding events, the AMA:
• Protects the rights of motorcyclists by fighting against motorcycle-only checkpoints, health insur- ance discrimination and tariffs on imported bikes.
• Promotes the motorcycle lifestyle by advocating for access to public lands for responsible motorized recreation.
• Sanctions nearly 3,000 competition and recreation- al events each year.
For more about the AMA National Gypsy Tour, visit
americanmotorcyclist.com/riding/AMA-National-
gypsy-Tours.
Now more than ever, it is crucial that you and your riding friends become members of the AMA to help protect our riding freedoms. More members mean more clout against the opponents of motorcycling. That support will help fight for your rights – on the road, trail, racetrack, and in the halls of government. If you are a motorcycle rider, join the AMA at americanmotorcyclist.com/membership/join. #
About to hit the road after visiting one of NH’s many covered bridges.
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