The 2010 AMA Racing Land Speed Grand Championships kick into high gear today, and the American Motorcycle Association expects to certify a few new land speed records.
"From the venue to the machinery, land-speed racing is one of the more unique types of motorcycle competition, and the AMA Racing Land Speed Grand Championships, promoted by BUB, is the sport's premier event," said AMA Director of Racing Joe Bromley. "There is a lot of thrilling action on the salt this week on many different levels. No question about it, land-speed racing is so engaging because each class has its own competitive landscape, with different personalities vying for the top of the box."
The AMA land Speed Grand Championships feature all types of bike. From 50cc minis, to 2000cc, "Bonneville Salt Flats only" motorcycles. There are even a few alternative fuel bikes that will try their luck at Bonneville.
"Interest also is running high in our electric-powered classes," Bromley said. "Several competitors are eager to establish records with this new, non-traditional technology, and it is an area that is ripe with innovation. That isn't limited to the electric classes, though," added Bromley. "You can spend an entire day just checking out amazing technology in the pits, all designed for one purpose: to simply go as fast as possible."
Most bikes vying for speed records at Bonneville have streamlined styles that require the riders to lay inside the motorcycle. But one class this year that is gaining a lot of interest, is the competition for fastest sit-down motorcycle. These bikes resemble racing bikes more than they do rocket ships.
Every year, new land speed records are set at Bonneville. The current land-speed record for a motorcycle is held by Chris Car, who is a 7-time AMA Grand National Champion. Carr set the record last year, averaging 367.382 mph. It will be a tough speed to beat, but it will sure be fun to try.
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