The Great Rivalries in Dragbike Racing

Rivalries are inevitable. Any time money and ego are at stake, strong and unchecked emotions often find their way into the equation.   Technically speaking, those involved in a rivalry don’t have to dislike each other. But, as we’ve seen…

McCarthy’s Take – Clash of Dragbike Titans: Sam Wills Vs. Larry McBride (Kind of)

Dragbike racing journalist and photographer Tom McCarthy gives us his take on the exciting season-sending points battle in Top Fuel Motorcycle. Coming into the weekend of Nov. 11-13 at the event billed as the 40th annual ManCup, Mann Hill Garage,…

Harley Davidson and NHRA Ready to Rumble in 2013, Pro Dragster Hoping to Make Cut

The National Hot Rod Association and the Harley Davidson Motor Company are ready to rumble in more ways than one.  The rules are up, and the racing schedule is posted for the inaugural NHRA – Harley Davidson Drag Racing Series…

The Evolution of the Sport – Drag Bike Racing in 1992 vs. 2012

Motorcycle drag racing has changed a great deal over the past 20 years as evidenced by the next two videos – A big, East Coast motorcycle drag racing event from 1992 A big, East Coast motorcycle drag racing event from 2012…

“The Nine” Prove Drag Bike Racing is Alive and Well and Now Face New Challenges

The Manufacturers Cup proved drag bike racing is alive and well The economy may be slow to fully recover, but fear not, motorcycle drag racing is alive and well.  Truth be told, drag bike racing was never really close to…