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Everything You Wanted to Know About AMA Pro Flat Track at

The Harley-Davidson Lone Star Half-Mile at Circuit of The
Americas
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Mar. 30, 2016) AMA Pro Flat Track athletes are taking the spotlight on Saturday, April 9 at the
inaugural Harley-Davidson Lone Star Half-Mile at Circuit of The Americas during the Red Bull Grand Prix of the Americas
weekend on the new, purpose-built dirt track designed by flat track legend Chris Carr.
Fans can get a taste of the origins of motorcycle racing during the high-intensity qualifying rounds and main events with the
flat track athletes demonstrating racing in the raw as they conquer the new half-mile terrain.
What is AMA Pro Flat Track?
AMA Pro Flat Track is the world's premier dirt track motorcycle racing series and one of the longest-running championships
in the history of motorsports. The sport is also regarded as the birthplace of the Golden Generation of USA Grand Prix
stars, producing top riders such as Grand National and World Champion Kenny Roberts, Wayne Rainey and Nicky
Hayden.
AMA Pro Flat Track comprises two classes. The first is the Harley-Davidson GNC1 presented by Vance & Hines class,
which features the worlds elite flat track riders. The second is the GNC2 class where up-and-coming athletes compete to
earn their spot in the GNC1 ranks.
Why Should I Care?
Spectators of AMA Pro Flat Track events experience nail-biting action lap-by-lap as riders showcase racing that resembles
not only the sound of a freight train but the proximity of one, too. As they whip around the freshly packed clay surface without
front brake accommodation, riders demonstrate fierce competition as they try to force their way to the lead in bar-to-bar
racing action.
AMA Pro Flat Track has also grabbed the attention of elite international talent from MotoGP, in particular Marc Marquez
and Valentino Rossi. In 2009, Rossi experienced a magical night at the Indy Mile while watching the talent of Yamaha
TZ750-mounted Kenny Roberts and established his own Flat Track at his ranch in Tavullia, Italy. While in 2014 and 2015,
Rossis rival and fellow MotoGP competitor, Marquez hosted three Superprestigio dirt track events in Barcelona, Spain.
Who Should I Look For?
Fans have the opportunity to meet AMA Pro Flat Track superstars at 6:00 p.m. CST during the Dunlop Fan Walk in the rider
paddock. Among these athletes are Las Vegas Harley-Davidson mounted three-time Grand National Champion No. 1 Jared
Mees, 2015 Summer X Games gold medalist and Kawasaki-mounted Bryan Smith sporting the No. 42 plate, 23-year
professional rider and three-time Grand National Champion No. 2 Kenny Coolbeth, Jr. on his Harley-Davidson and Factory
Harley-Davidson rider No. 6 Brad Baker in the GNC1 class.
Among the GNC2 athletes competing on 450cc single-cylinder motorcycles are 2016 DAYTONA Flat Track season opening
winners No. 14A Dalton Gauthier riding his Yamaha YZ 450F and KTM 450 SX-F rider No. 26E Dylan Morin.
What Do I Get?
A mile down from the road race at Circuit of The Americas, is the location of The Harley-Davidson Lone Star Half-Mile.
Mees and Smith will duke it out once again at the Austin facility in a repeat of the 2015 Summer X Games, where Mees
led the race for the majority of the event until technical difficulties cut short his race, allowing Smith to gap the pack and
take home the gold medal.
As fans enjoy an insiders view into the flat track paddock, they can watch as teams fine-tune bikes with engines from
manufacturers of three continents, including Harley-Davidson, Kawasaki, Triumph, Ducati, Honda, Yamaha and more.

Fans will also have the opportunity to engage in on-site giveaways with the Harley-Davidson and Vance & Hines promotional
team. Swag items will include 2016 AMA Pro Flat Track series tickets, t-shirts, Sunoco gift cards and more.
Roland Sands Design and the Super Hooligans will also put on a show during the evening with custom-built street bikes
hurtling around the track.
Where and When?
Gates open at 6:00 p.m. CST. Upon the conclusion of the road races at Circuit of The Americas, fans can come to a meetand-greet session with AMA Pro Flat Track stars. Opening ceremonies commence at 6:30 p.m. as riders suit up to
demonstrate the true meaning of bar-to-bar action. Spectators coming from the road racing can utilize COTA transportation,
picking up at Lot F and dropping off at the front gate of the dirt track.
Fans arriving on motorcycles should head to McAngus Rd. where there is a grass parking lot past the entrance of the dirt
track that is designated for motorcycle parking and will be free of charge. There is also a parking lot for VIP guests between
the two public access entrances at the grass lot in front of the vendor area. General spectator car parking for the event is
$20.00 and is located off of COTA Blvd. in Lot F with a transportation system to the track.
How to Purchase Tickets:
For spectators coming from the road racing circuit, tickets can be purchased at the Grand Plaza Ticket Booth in COTA until
5:00 p.m. General admission to The Harley-Davidson Lone Star Half-Mile at Circuit of The Americas is $55.00 at the Box
Office. There are two ticket stations located at the entrance of the dirt track to the right of the shuttle drop off area and
directly in front of the grandstands. Save 10% on admission by purchasing tickets online at
http://www.texasflattrack.com/tickets/. Teenagers between the ages of 13 and 18 will receive half-priced admission at the
gate and children 12 and under are free.
For additional information about The Harley-Davidson Lone Star Half-Mile at Circuit of The Americas, please visit their
website at http://www.texasflattrack.com.
How to Watch:
FansChoice.tv is the official home for live streaming coverage of AMA Pro Flat Track events. The site also provides coverage
of IMSA's development and single-make series, and NASCAR's touring and weekly series. Catch all the action at
http://www.FansChoice.tv.
About AMA Pro Flat Track:
AMA Pro Flat Track is the world's premier dirt track motorcycle racing series and one of the longest-running championships
in the history of motorsports. Sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing in Daytona Beach, Florida, the series is highly regarded as
the most competitive form of dirt track motorcycle racing in the world. For more information on AMA Pro Flat Track, please
visit http://www.amaproracing.com/ft/, follow us on Twitter, like us on Facebook or live stream the on-track action on
FansChoice.tv.
AMA Pro Racing is the premier professional motorcycle racing organization in North America, operating a full schedule of
events and championships for a variety of motorcycle disciplines. Learn more about AMA Pro Racing at
www.amaproracing.com.
-endFor additional information contact AMA Pro Racing:
Shaun Melady, Communications Coordinator, Cell: 386-852-0151, Email: smelady@amaproracing.com