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John Hall Reacts to Running First 200 MPH Pass

Motorcycle drag racing veteran John Hall has been competing since 1992. At the season-opening NHRA Gatornationals from Gainesville Raceway, Hall reached a special milestone when he recored his first 200 mph pass. There are more videos on the Cycledrag Youtube…

Jianna Salinas Talks About Transition from Suzukis to V-Twins

Jianna Evaristo Salinas has shown remarkable improvement on her NHRA Pro Stock Suzuki over the past five seasons. At the end of the 2023 season her team, Matt Smith Racing, decided to make the switch from Suzukis to v-twins in…

Rising Star Gaige Herrera Reacts to Gatornationals Domination

Reigning NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle World Champion Gaige Herrera opened the defense of his 2023 crown Sunday with a dominant win aboard his RevZilla/Mission/Vance & Hines Suzuki Gen 3 Hayabusa at the NHRA Gatornationals in Gainesville, Florida, the first round…

How Josh Herrin Was Able to Capture Back-to-Back Daytona 200 Victories

A nearly perfect race by Josh Herrin and his No. 2 Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati team gave him a dominant performance in winning his second straight and third overall DAYTONA 200 at Daytona International Speedway.   Herrin had to wait…

Three Stunning Custom Suzuki Motorcycles from Bike Week You Have to See

While on our quest to find the absolute coolest motorcycles we could possibly find at Daytona Bike Week we ran into this trio of custom motorcycles you have to see. Enjoy this look at a pair of trick Hayabusas, including…

Daytona Bike Week’s Wildest Night on Main Street

Enjoy this behind the scenes look at what was perhaps the wildest night on Main Street at the 83rd annual Daytona Bike Week. After a rip-roaring 10 days, the final weekend of Daytona Bike Week 2024 went out with a…

Reliving the World’s Quickest Top Fuel Motorcycle Run

On Nov 21, 2019 Top Fuel Motorcycle drag racer Larry “Spiderman” McBride stunned the motorcycle drag racing community with a world record run of 5.50 while he was testing for the Man Cup Nationals at South Georgia Motorsports Park, in…

NHRA Makes Triumphant Return to Arizona After Event’s Tumultuous History

After a banner event in 2023, NHRA officials and teams were prepared to bid goodbye to the fan-favorite NHRA Arizona Nationals in Phoenix. It was the second consecutive season where race fans though they were perhaps attending tehur very last…

Chris Bostick Reacts to His First “Arrive and Drive” Program

Motorcycle racing veteran Chris Bostick made his return to the NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle class five years ago with a promise to his wife that it would only be for one race. Well, five seasons later, just like so many…

“Flyin” Ryan Oehler on if there is Parity in NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle Class

Two-time NHRA Wally winner and a man known as one of the hardest workers in the class, “Flyin” Ryan Oehler brings us up to speed with his v-twin program and whether or not he feels there is parity in the…

From a Hospital Bed to Career Best, Angie Smith Explains Comeback

Last September standout female motorcycle drag racer Angie Smith suffered one of the worst crashes the class has ever seen. Her top-end mishap in St. Louis left her with nine broken toes and wounds so deep that you could see…

Matt Smith Reveals Inside Information on the Pro Stock Motorcycle Class in Scathing Hot Take

Cycledrag caught up with six-time NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle champion Matt Smith after his runner-up performance at the NHRA Gatornationals where he saw his Buell get outrun by about a tenth by the Vance & Hines Suzuki of Gaige Herrera.…

PRO Announces the Formation of PRO Promotions, LLC, a For-Profit Business Entity

On the heels of its successful PRO Superstar Shootout event in Bradenton, Florida (February 8-10, 2024), The Professional Racers Owners Organization, Inc. (PRO), a not-for-profit 501(c)(6) business organization whose membership consists of the most popular and prestigious drag racing teams…

XDA to Kick Off Series, April 19-21, 2024 at Maryland International Raceway

The XDA kicks off the season at Maryland International Raceway located in Mechanicsville, Maryland with the 30th annual Platinum General Services Spring Nationals and Awards Ceremony on April 19-21, 2024! The event features the Orient Express Pro Street class that…

Gaige Herrera Dominates NHRA Gatornationals

At the site of his first career Pro Stock Motorcycle victory a year ago, Gaige Herrera was simply dominant on Sunday in Gainesville, capping off a spectacular day with a run of 6.636 at 204.39 on his RevZilla/Mission Foods/Vance &…

Gaige Herrera Takes Top Spot on Opening Day of NHRA Season

Gaige Herrera picked up right where he left off in Pro Stock Motorcycle, both from his championship-winning 2023 season and last year in Gainesville, going to the No. 1 spot with a run of 6.752 at 198.64 on his RevZilla/Mission…

Schedule Change for NHRA Gatornationals

NHRA officials have announced a schedule change for Saturday qualifying at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals at Gainesville Raceway, with both pro sessions moving up an hour. NHRA officials have announced a schedule change for Saturday qualifying at the…

Introducing the NHRA Pingel Top Fuel Motorcycle Series

It is perhaps the biggest announcement in the history of Top Fuel Motorcycle drag racing. With the addition of Pingel Enterprise as a class sponsor, Top Fuel Motorcycles will officially compete for championship points at four NHRA Mission Food National…

Coolest Bikes at Daytona Bike Week 2024

Enjoy this look at some of the coolest motorcycles we can find at Daytona Bike Week from Main Street all the way to Daytona International Speedway. We meet some awesome people, give a salute to the hard-working ladies and see…

Suzuki Kicks Off 2024 Demo Tour in Daytona

Suzuki Motor USA LLC (Suzuki) has kicked off its 2024 Demo Tour with a full range of exciting 2024 models to demo ride and will be on the scene at some of motorcycling’s highest-profile events, as well as visiting Suzuki…

Chris Bostick Ready for White Alligator Racing Debut

Pro Stock Motorcycle rider Chris Bostick is the definition of a self-starter thanks to his entrepreneurial success. But this year, Bostick is taking a different approach. For the first time in his career, he’s partnered with a drag racing super…

Gaige Herrera Hopes to Continue Pro Stock Motorcycle Dominance in Gainesville

After his incredible showing in the 2023 NHRA season, reigning Pro Stock Motorcycle champion Gaige Herrera returns to where his dominance started last season: the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals. The NHRA returns to the famed Gainesville Raceway for its…

World’s Fastest Amputee Benny Stevens Shines at Westernats

The world’s fastest amputee Benny Stevens, Top Fuel motorcycle great, truly put on a show for a packed house at the Perth Motorplex across the 53rd MacTrack Westernationals as part of the National Drag Racing Championship (NDRC) this past weekend.…

Massive Pileup At Total Mudfest

When California received heavy rain legendary Glen Helen Raceway became a total mud pit for round No. 3 of the NGPC Nationals. Enjoy this behind the scenes video tour. There are more videos on the Cycledrag Youtube channel (please subscribe…

Suzuki Reorganizes Business

Suzuki Motor USA, LLC (SMO) announces that Suzuki Manufacturing of America Corporation, (SMAC) has become a 100% subsidiary of SMO effective, March 1, 2024. SMAC, founded in 2001 and based in Rome, Georgia, is Suzuki’s All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) manufacturing facility. For over…

Lineup for NHRA Fan Fest

The 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season begins this weekend at historic Gainesville Raceway with the 55th annual Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals and leading into the legendary event, Top Fuel standout Josh Hart will host the second…

Daytona Bike Week Gets off to Great Start

Go for this walk with us on Main Street during the 83rd annual Daytona Bike Week to see that it is indeed off to a great start. There are more videos on the Cycledrag Youtube channel (please subscribe here) and…

Special Tribute to Legendary Team Owner Don Schumacher Planned for this Season

NHRA officials announced a special celebration of life for motorsports icon Don Schumacher will take place at his home track, Route 66 Raceway in Chicago, on Friday, May 17 during the Gerber Collision & Glass NHRA Route 66 Nationals presented…

American Michael Beland Ready to Take on Australia

NHRA Top Fuel Motorcycle champion, TV star and lauded bike builder Mike Beland will be doing all he can to snatch a NDRC Christmas Tree trophy from the Aussies at this weekend’s Westernationals. Beland will be riding a Fuelled Motorsport…

Flame-Throwing Bonanza Set For Australia’s Perth Motorplex, American Michael Beland to Take Part

With increasingly intense championship battles, a visiting international star, and more than 200 racers including five 11,000hp flame-throwing Top Fuel dragsters in their only visit to the West for 2024, the 53rd MacTrack Westernationals at the Perth Motorplex will have…

Former Class Champ LE Tonglet to Return on a Vance & Hines Suzuki Hayabusa Rental

2010 NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle champion LE Tonglet has been heralded by Vance & Hines’ co-founder Terry Vance as the best pure riders in the class many times during Vance’s color commentary alongside the voice of the NHRA Alan Reinhart.…

“Tricky” Rickie Smith Says There is Corruption and Favoritism in Pro Stock Motorcycle Class

In this scathing  and impassioned interview drag racing legend “Tricky” Rickie Smith, father of six-time NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle champion Matt Smith, says he feels there is corruption and favoritism in the Pro Stock Motorcycle class. Smith says the feels…

Larry “Spiderman” McBride’s Top 5 Most Memorable Runs and Hall of Fame Induction

It was an emotional and special day as the world’s quickest and fastest Top Fuel Motorcycle drag racer Larry “Spiderman” McBride enters the North Carolina Drag Racing Hall of Fame at the Greensboro Coliseum. In this video we will see…

NHRA Announces New Program to Salute Vets

NHRA announced today a special “NHRA Honors” program that will take place during the 2024 season, beginning with the 55th annual Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals on March 7-10. The program will honor all military members, veterans, first responders and…

Massive Party at Buffalo Chip Planned for Sturgis Kick Off

The Best Party Anywhere® will launch the 84th annual Sturgis Rally with a party unlike any other on earth. The annual Buffalo Chip Official Sturgis Rally Kickoff Party™ will start the rally with a day packed with fun events Friday,…

Australian National Drag Racing Association (ANDRA) Gets New Board Memeber

The Australian National Drag Racing Association (ANDRA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Drady to its board of directors. Drady has been a lifetime supporter of drag racing and directly involved for the past 15 years through not…

Gucci Chopper Steals Show at Baker Act Custom Motorcycles Open House

Join us at the Baker Act Custom Motorcycle, formerly Cartel Baggers, open house and block party from Ft. Lauderdale Florida as we show you one of the coolest custom Bike and Audio shows we have ever seen, then ends up…

Edge Mallis Continues Australian Drag Bike Dominance on Popular H2

There are so many outstanding, talented motorcycle drag racers in Australia. One racer in particular garnering a lot of attention for his hot start to the season and unmistakable motorcycle is Edge Mallis and his striking Kawasaki H2 drag bike. …

Hinder Added to Sturgis Buffalo Chip 2024 Festival Lineup

The Largest Music Festival in Motorcycling® adds post-grunge hit-makers Hinder to a killer 2024 Sturgis Rally lineup that includes Jelly Roll, Kid Rock and many other top acts. Hinder opens the night of Wednesday, Aug. 7 with a performance prior…

Dirt Bike Restorations You Have to See to Believe

Let’s explore some amazing, restored vintage dirt bikes as we take you behind the scenes at the Mecum Motorcycle Action 2024 to see some real classic motocross machines. In this video we will see a 1974 Bultaco, a 1967 Bultaco,…

The Sweet Sound of Hot Rods Leaving the North Carolina Drag Racing Expo

Leaving the indoor North Carolina Drag Racing Hall of Fame and Hot Rod Expo was one of the coolest experiences ever as we see some of amazing modern and classic cars and trucks at one of the biggest car shows…

Promoter Paul Watson Previews His Motorcycle Drag Racing Series

Promoter Paul Watson previews his motorcycle drag racing series “The All Harley World Shootout” which is also open to metric bikes. Make your plans to attend a race. There are more videos on the Cycledrag Youtube channel (please subscribe here)…

Showtime Dragstrip Wednesday Fun

For those buried in snow or trapped in cold weather the laid back Wednesday night winter testing environment at Showtime Dragstrip in Clearwater, Fla. is greatly appealing. If a winter vacation to Florida is in your future make sure to…

The Gatornationals is Home to Some Historic “Firsts”

Known for its remarkable history, Gainesville Raceway has been home to several historic firsts over the past five-plus decades at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals. From first career wins to milestones reached for the first time, magical moments have…

Pingel Steps Up to Back the XDA Racers

Pingel continues their support as a Supporting Associate Sponsor at the XDA! Pingel Enterprise, Inc. founded in 1967, is owned by Wayne and Donna Pingel and is a manufacturer and distributor of Motorcycle Performance Products. Wayne became a motorcyclist when…

NHRA Youth and Education Services to Take Place at all 21 National Events

NHRA officials are pleased to announce the NHRA Youth and Education Services (YES) Program will host 15 live events during the 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season, as well as six virtual programs during the summer portion of…

Larry “Spiderman” McBride to be Inducted into North Carolina Drag Racing Hall of Fame

Motorcycle drag racing’s first five-second run, 21-championship titles, numerous world records and a near 25-year reign of dominance over the Top Fuel Motorcycle category in his 40-plus years of racing is about to be honored as Larry “Spiderman” McBride is…

Trim-Tex Racing to Debut New Sportscar Program in Collaboration with Round 3 Racing

Trim-Tex Drywall Solutions, a world recognized manufacturer of drywall bead and accessories, is no stranger to the motorsports industry. Along with their CEO, Joe Koenig, Trim-Tex has been involved in the motorsports industry as a sponsor, team owner, and a…

Koby Chops Em Down With The Chopper!

Enjoy this flashback to a day we will never forget.  The self proclaimed “most famous chopper racer of them all” Ken Koby is back at it, putting his motorcycle drag racing excellence to good use as his fast Chopper lines…

Best of Mecum Motorcycle Auction 2024

Come with us to the world’s largest motorcycle auction, the 2024 Mecum Motorcycle Auction from South Point Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada as we take you on a behind-the-scenes tour of the more than 2,000 motorcycles on the property. Including…

Bad Wolves to lead Jelly Roll & Kid Rock “Rock ‘N’ Roll” Party Week Kickoff at the Sturgis Buffalo Chip

Buffalo Chip fans who want even more Rock ‘N’ Roll for the 2024 Sturgis Rally will get what they’re asking for with the addition of Bad Wolves. This modern hard rock powerhouse joins the lineup on Friday, Aug. 2 for…

Prock, Kalitta And Enders Score Historic Wins At Inaugural PRO Superstar Shootout

Austin Prock, in his Funny Car debut, raced to victory at the inaugural SCAG Power Equipment PRO Superstar Shootout presented by Johnson’s Horsepowered Garage, at Bradenton Motorsports Park, on Saturday, Feb. 10. Reigning Top Fuel world champion Doug Kalitta and…

Trim-Tex Motorsports Enters Flat Track Racing in a Big Way

The core of Trim-Tex is family. The core of flat track motorcycle racing is family. The partnership between two entities rooted in family is one to watch in 2024. Trim-Tex, a drywall solutions company, based out of Illinois, is partnering…

Many Special Events Planned for NHRA Gatornationals

Celebrating the start of the 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season in grand fashion, the 55th annual Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals promises to be one of the biggest races in the event’s long and heralded history. Taking…

How This Epic Race Outran a Record Storm

Join us for round No. 2 of the AMA National Grand Prix Championship Series from Taft, CA, at Honolulu Hills Raceway as California was predicted to get a record storm and flooding. We watch up with all the top dirt…

GETTRX Signs Multi-Year Partnership with NHRA

NHRA officials announced today that GETTRX™, powered by Global Electronic Technology and the fastest name in credit card processing, has been named the Official Credit Card Processor of NHRA as part of a multi-year agreement. GETTRX™ was founded by Steve…

Josh Hart’s Burnyzz Fan Fest to Again Kick off Gatornationals

An incredible season-opener to the 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season deserves an equally memorable kickoff party and fanfest and that’s precisely what will take place leading into the famed 55th annual Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals at…

Popular Swamp Rat Alley to Return at NHRA Gatornationals

One of the marquee attractions from last year’s Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals is back in 2024, as the special “Swamp Rat Alley” returns to Gainesville Raceway on March 7-10 for the 55th edition of the race, featuring historic cars…

NHRA to Hold First Eastern Canadian ET Finals

The NHRA announced today that the NHRA Summit Racing Series, the world’s largest motorsports program when it comes to racer participation, will hold its first Eastern Canadian E.T. Finals in 2024, with the race taking place Sept. 6-8 at Napierville…

Behind the Scenes at the Pro Superstar Shootout

Enjoy some behind the scenes coverage from a brand new, high-stakes drag racing all star event, the Pro Superstar Shootout from Bradenton Motorsports Park. There are more videos on the Cycledrag Youtube channel (please subscribe here) and the Cycledrag Facebook…

Craig Adams Celebrated as Norwalk Motorcycle Champion

With every twist of the throttle on his motorcycle, Craig Adams shows what he is made of. He is tough, he is tenacious and he is talented. Over the years, he discovered that he has to be, in order to…

Showtime Speedway Wild Motorcycle Racing

What’s better than motorcycle racing in the middle of winter? It’s one of the luxuries residents of Florida enjoy. Join us at historic Showtime Dragstrip in Clearwater, Fla as we take you inside a fun night of racing with some…

Rockingham Dragway Continues Facility Improvements

The new ownership at group at Rockingham Dragway in Rockingham, NC continues to be aggressive with its improvement of the facility and sent along some photos of the pit paving project. This comes after the racing surface was was upgraded…

Rare Kawasaki Z2 750 $85,000 Sale Canceled Due to Illegible VIN

Join us from the Mecum Motorcycle Auction in Las Vegas, Nevada as we cover the sale of a very rare 1974 Kawasaki Z2 750 that was sold only in Japan, with only about 10 or so being known to exist…

Lucas Oil and NHRA Sign Multi-Year Extension

NHRA officials announced today that Lucas Oil Products, the world leader and distributor of high-performance automotive additives and lubricants, have signed a long-term extension to continue as the sponsor of the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series and “Official Oil of…

Kawasaki KZ Restoration

Our 1977 Kawasaki KZ 1000 classic motorcycle was in need of a lot of fixes and a cosmetic restoration. We head over to the shop of the world’s quickest and fastest motorcycle drag racer Larry “Spiderman” McBride for a total…

Father – Son Team! Meet The Brazels -ZX-14 and Jr. Dragster Team

Enjoy this video as we get to know Dusty Brazel and his son Carter as son competes in the Jr. Dragster class and Dad racers multiple categories on his amazing Kawasaki ZX-14r nitrous-oxide drag bike. A mysterious mechanical gremlin surfaces…

Jay Leno – Orange County Choppers Beef Has Happy Ending

It was a war of words when two motorcycle TV giants, Jay Leno and Paul Teutul Sr. of Orange County Choppers got into it about an OCC build from 20 years ago.  Here is what got the conversation started.  Here…

Australia’s Bike Bonanza Set to Resume

Fans of two-wheeled drag racing action had plenty to cheer about this past weekend at Australia Day at Sydney Dragway, with bike categories back on-track. Unfortunately rain forces the postponement of the event but there is still much to be…

Hard Knocks Moto Fest Set for New Jersey, June 21-23

Hard Knocks Unlimited is thrilled to announce the launch of the HARD KNOCKS MOTO FEST, scheduled from June 21-23, 2024, at the renowned New Jersey Motorsports Park (NJMP). This electrifying event promises a weekend filled with vintage AHRMA Racing, a…

Jelly Roll, Kid Rock and Multi-Platinum Rockers Added to Sturgis Buffalo Chip Summer Festival Lineup

The Largest Music Festival in Motorcycling® expands the 2024 Sturgis Rally concert lineup with a performance from the multi-platinum selling hard rock force Theory of a Deadman Wednesday, Aug. 7. Theory of a Deadman joins an exciting Sturgis Rally lineup…

New Drag strip Set for Northeast Florida

In an era where news of a drag strip closing seems to be common place, it’s refreshing to hear of a new one being built. Callahan Speedway in Nassau County, Northeast Florida is slated to add a drag strip to…

Australian Pro Stock Motorcycle Racers Make Most of Limited Track Time

Six Pro Stock Motorcycle competitors gave fans of two-wheeled racing action plenty to cheer about this past weekend, despite the NDRC round of racing at Sydney Dragway raining out. An announcement about when the race will be rescheduled is expected…

Details Coming on Australia’s Rained-Out NDRC Sydney Race

The National Drag Racing Championship rained out at Sydney Dragway this past weekend due to continuing wet weather. The organization says an announcement is coming this week regarding when racing will be rescheduled. Fans of two-wheeled drag racing action will…

Kawasaki H2 750 Breaks Record at Mecum Motorcycle Auction

At the Mecum Motorcycle Auction this finely restored 1972 Kawasaki H2 750 two stroke “Widowmaker” broke a world record when it beat the previous mark for an H2 at $34,000. We catch up with builder Nori Miyata and also see…

Suzuki’s New GSX-8R About to Hit The Track

Suzuki announced it has homologated its brand new GSX-8R sport motorcycle for 2024 MotoAmerica Twins Cup championship competition. The 2024 GSX-8R sportbike features a completely new compact, yet powerful parallel-twin engine cradled in a performance-oriented chassis. The result is a…

Rusty Wallace’s Annual Sturgis Ride to Start and End in New Location

The Sturgis Buffalo Chip is moving the 6th annual Rusty Wallace Charity Ride to Historic Deadwood, SD and moving to the final Friday of the Sturgis Rally. Since 2019, the Rusty Wallace Ride has given participants the opportunity to ride…

Angelle Sampey Continues Rapid Progression in Dragster

Three-time NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle champion Angelle Sampey is forging ahead with her dragster dreams, and under her cousin Antron Brown’s AB Motorsports umbrella, she  has partnered with Michalek Brothers Racing (MBR) for 14 NHRA national events and select NHRA…

How Tommy “Tombo” Bolton Rose from the Streets of L.A. to Become a Motorcycle Legend

Tommy Bolton became known all over the world for taking motorcycles to speeds never seen before, but there is so much more to this guy from Los Angeles California. His love for motorcycles started at an early age. “When school…

Multiple Australian Motorcycle Drag Racing Records Broken This Month

Six new ANDRA national records have been recorded between the recent South Coast 660 and Festival State Nationals events, held at South Coast Raceway (January 6-7) and Dragway at The Bend (January 13-14) respectively. At the South Coast 660, Steve…

World’s Fastest 18 Year Old Female Dirt Bike Racer Has Bright Future

Join us for Round No. of the AMA NGPC, National Grand Prix Dirt Bike Racing series from American MX in Delano, CA as we take you behind the scenes to see what’s new with KTM, Beta, Yamaha, Honda and more…

Vintage Motorcycle Enthusiasts Reunite for Mecum Las Vegas Motorcycles 2024

Among a record-breaking 2,000 motorcycle consignments slated for the auction block at Mecum Las Vegas Motorcycles 2024 are 30 private collections comprising 500 lots, including 277 to be offered at no reserve. The 33rd annual auction will once again claim…

Remembering Pro Stock Motorcycle Great John Myers

Legendary motorsports announcer Bill Stephens, who can currently be seen on Mecum Auctions broadcasts and who also worked as a NHRA pit reporter for many years, shared his memories of a NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle great gone way too soon,…

RevZilla to Take Over As Primary Sponsor on New Gadson and Herrera Pro Stock Motorcycle Team

Not only is the Vance & Hines Motorsports Pro Stock Motorcycle Team getting a new rider in Richard Gadson, it’s also getting a new primary sponsor.  Motorcycle gear, parts and accessories leader RevZilla is set to be the title sponsor…

Richard Gadson Announced as Rider of Vance & Hines NHRA Team, Ed Krawiec Moves to Tuner Role

With a new sponsor and the addition of another acclaimed rider, the defending champs appear to be getting even stronger.  2023 NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle world champion Gaige Herrera will be paired with Richard Gadson on the RevZilla/Mission/Vance & Hines…

World’s Fastest Amputee Benny Stevens Shines at Australia’s “Bend”

Race fans have delighted in all that the National Drag Racing Championship (NDRC) had to offer Jan 13-14, at “The Bend” in Tailem Bend, South Australia with epic performances from Top Fuel Motorcycles, ensuring the 20,000+ strong crowd on-track and…

New “Golden Gator” Gatornationals Trophy Revealed

The countdown to the start of the 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season is on, with the NHRA announcing a number of exciting additions leading up to and during the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals on March 7-10…

Kawasaki H2 Drag Bike Shines at Australia’s South Coast Raceway

The Aeroflow National Sportsman Championship has rung in the new year in style at South Coast Raceway this weekend, with more than 140 competitors taking to the Portland venue for the South Coast 660 – the first NDRC event of…

Australia’s Top Fuel Motorcycle Racers Ready to Get Back to Work

South Australia’s January is about to get even hotter with the Festival State Nationals to deliver the first ever Nitro Funny Car show at the new venue as well as intense championship racing for Top Doorslammer, Top Fuel Motorcycle, and…

Future of Sturgis Dragway on Shaky Ground

Cycledrag has voiced concern in articles and videos about the alarming high number of drag strips that have been lost in the last few years. The trend was accentuated this past summer with the sudden and unceremonious closure of one…

NHRA’s Indianapolis Raceway Park Getting Major Upgrade

The home of drag racing’s most illustrious event, the U.S. Nationals, Lucas Oil Raceway near Indianapolis, Ind. will see some upgrades for the 2024 season including a new timing tower.  Demolition of the tower that has stood on the right…

Police in Kenya Believe Lion Was Responsible for Death of Motorcycle Rider

A terrible story for the two-wheel community as Police in Kenya recovered the body of a man believed to have been attacked by a lion while he was riding a motorcycle near a national reserve in the south of the…

Mini Bike “Gang” Clashes With 90210 Star in Hollywood

Cycledrag has been telling you about the rising trend of mini bike drag racing. It’s not just the drag strips that are seeing the rise in popularity of mini bikes. Now they are hitting the streets as well. Unlawful dirt…

Catching Up With George and Jackie Bryce of Star Racing

It’s hard to find a couple in motorcycle drag racing that has accomplished more than George and Jackie Bryce of Star Racing. Together they have amassed 6 NHRA Championships, 82 Wallys, a thriving business, a memorable motorcycle drag racing league…

Electric Motorcycle Company to Make U.S. Debut

Horwin America Inc. (“Horwin”), a global mobility company revolutionizing the electric motorcycle industry, is proudly making its U.S. brand debut at CES 2024 with the launch of the SENMENTI series, a dynamic new line of EV motorcycles born of the…

Virginia Motorsports Park Names New Dragstrip Manager

Gavin Carter, a rising young talent in the race direction side of the drag racing industry, has been named the new Dragstrip Manager at Virginia Motorsports Park, the track announced today. Carter will work closely with VMP Vice President Tyler…

Opening Battle Looms for Australia’s National Drag Racing Championship

Drag racing fanatics don’t have to wait long for the first NDRC event of 2024, with the South Coast 660 taking over South Coast Raceway this Saturday and Sunday (January 6/7) as more than 140 Aeroflow National Sportsman Championship racers…

Rickey Gadson Shows How To Race A Stock Wheelbase Motorcycle

Enjoy this informative and educational instructional video as we detail how to ride a motorcycle Rickey Gadson drag racing style. We watch drag bike legend Gadson get the most out of his ultra fast, Stock wheelbase, street tire 2019 Kawasaki…

Remembering Atco Dragway After Sudden Closure

The abrupt news of Atco Dragway in Atco, NJ closing forever after 67 years sent shockwaves and sorrow throughout the motorsports and drag racing community. In this video we take one last drive to this closed down drag strip to…

AMA Prostar Founder Keith “Scooter” Kizer Recalls Greatest Atco Memories

Recently on the Cycledrag Youtube channel we posted a video tribute to one of our favorite tracks and one of the most important tracks in motorcycle drag racing history, Atco Dragway, which unceremoniously closed forever this past summer.   AMA Prostar…