All Entries in the "Pro Rides" Category
A Grand National Replica for a Real GNC Icon
Jack Sisemore Tribute Street Tracker
AMARILLO, TX, DEC. 8, 2012
“When I saw the great work that Bill Hofmeister did on replicating the Grand National dirt-track bikes, I thought about all the wonderful times we enjoyed at the races around the country each weekend, all the great friendships we have had through the years with all the riders; I thought that there was no better way [...]
Pro Rides: Joe Kopp’s Harley-Davidson XR1200
Daytona International Raceway
DAYTONA, FL, MAR. 28, 2011
Joe Kopp has done it all on a motorcycle, including the “Grand Slam” – winning in all the dirt-track disciplines: the mile, the half mile, short track, and TT. He has a great wife, beautiful children, a log house in the woods in Washington… So what’s left? Well, 2000 Grand National Champion Joe Kopp announced his retirement from the National dirt-track circuit at the end of the 2010 season. But for a racer of his caliber, the racing world just can’t stay away [...]
Pro Rides: John Kocinski’s Honda CR250
Perris Raceway
PERRIS, CA, APR. 2, 2011
He may be known for his World Championships or even his AMA National titles. There is no question as to John Kocinski’s ability on a motorcycle. But one thing holds true about John: He expects perfection. And why not? Even if a motorcycle factory isn’t involved or footing the bill, Kocinski wants the best [...]
Pro Rides: Jimmy Wood’s A&J Racing Honda
REDLANDS, CA, APR. 3, 2011
With the current rules in AMA racing for the 450cc single-cylinder machines using a basic motocross bike for a foundation, Today’s Cycle Coverage caught up with National number 37, Jimmy Wood, to see just what it takes to transform the motocrosser into a Grand National-level DTX mount [...]
Pro Rides: Greg Hancock’s GM
Perris Raceway
PERRIS, CA, MAR. 10, 2011
With eight U.S. and five World Championships to his credit, who better for us to turn to than Greg Hancock to see just what kind of equipment he uses to accomplish these goals. Future champions, check out these specs from tires to fuel so you, too, can set up your rides just as Greg does [...]
