American Motorcyclist Association announces 2010 national numbers for pro-licensed riders in Supercross and Motocross

PICKERINGTON, Ohio — In partnership with Feld Motor Sports and MX Sports Pro Racing, the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) has announced the 2010 national numbers for pro-licensed riders in the Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, and the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship.

National numbers in the disciplines of Supercross and Motocross are assigned by the following process:

No. 1: The current series champion must run the No. 1 plate in that series.

Nos. 2-9: A champion from the previous competition year may choose a permanent single-digit number if available, with the exception of No. 4. The AMA has reserved No. 4 for exclusive use by Ricky Carmichael through 2011.

Nos. 10-999: Riders who finish in the top 10 in combined championship points in Supercross, Motocross 250 and Motocross 450 competition in the previous competition year have the option to choose a career national two-digit number, if available. These riders, by their option, may instead select a three-digit national number.

Riders who finish outside the top 10 but in the top 100 in combined championship points in Supercross, Motocross 250 and Motocross 450 competition in the previous year will be assigned consecutive two-digit numbers from the available supply until that supply is exhausted.

A comparison of riders’ best moto finishes breaks a tie, unless one of those riders competed in only one discipline. In the case of a tie between a rider who rode one discipline (e.g., Supercross) and a rider who rode both disciplines, the tie is broken in favor of the rider who rode both series.

A rider who fails to earn at least one championship point during the season preceding the current season will lose his or her career number and be issued a new number based on current points. Special consideration is given to a rider if an injury impeded participation the previous year.

Note: Lower three-digit competition numbers (e.g., 100-125) are traditionally held for past or current champions from non-U.S. series who participate in a Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, or a Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross event. AMA National Motocross/Supercross Competition Numbers * Career numbers ** New career numbers for 2010

*2: Ryan Villopoto *3: Mike Brown **5: Ryan Dungey (No. 1, Motocross 250 and Supercross Lites West) *7: James Stewart (No. 1, Supercross) *8: Grant Langston *9: Ivan Tedesco 10: Thomas Hahn *11: Travis Preston 12: Jake Weimer *13: Heath Voss *14: Kevin Windham *15: Timmy Ferry *16: John Dowd 17: Justin Barcia *18: David Millsaps 19: Tommy Searle 20: Broc Tickle 21: Blake Wharton *22: Chad Reed (No. 1, Motocross 450) 23: Justin Brayton *24: Brett Metcalfe *25: Nathan Ramsey *26: Michael Byrne *27: Nicholas Wey 28: Tyla Rattray *29: Andrew Short 30: Cody Cooper 31: Matthew Lemoine 32: Kyle Cunningham **33: Josh Grant 34: James Albertson 35: Matthew Goerke 36: Darryn Durham 37: Tyler Bowers 38: Trey Canard 39: Ricky Dietrich 40: Jake Moss 41: Kyle Regal 42: Ben Evans 43: Steven Clarke 44: PJ Larsen 45: Austin Stroupe 46: Ryan Sipes 47: Matt Boni 48: Max Anstie 49: William Hahn 50: Alex Martin 51: Paul Carpenter 52: Antonio Balbi 53: Jeff Alessi 54: Jason Lawrence 55: Kyle Chisholm 56: Ben Coisy 57: Jarred Browne 58: Weston Peick 59: Daniel Reardon *60: Broc Hepler 61: Vince Freise 62: Jason Thomas 63: Sean Borkenhagen 64: Taylor Futrell 65: Troy Adams 66: Blake Baggett 67: Chris Blose 68: Robert Kiniry 69: Adam Chatfield 70: Robby Marshall 71: Kyle Summers 72: Christian Craig 73: Ben Lamay 74: Tucker Hibbert *75: Josh Hill 76: Martin Davalos 77: Charles J Summey 78: Gavin Gracyk 79: Justin Sipes 80: Billy Laninovich 81: Cole Siebler 82: Jesse Casillas 83: Steve Boniface 84: Michael Hall 85: Scott Champion 86: Bobby Bonds 87: Les Smith 88: Ricky Renner 89: Jacob Marsack 90: Willy Browning 91: Jase Lewis 92: Michael Willard 93: Justin McDonald 94: Ryan Morais 95: Lucas Crespi 96: Josh Hansen 97: Robert Fitch 98: Roberto Castro 99: Topher Ingalls **377: Christophe Pourcel (No. 1, Supercross Lites East) *800: Mike Alessi About the American Motorcyclist Association Since 1924, the AMA has protected the future of motorcycling and promoted the motorcycle lifestyle. AMA members come from all walks of life, and they navigate many different routes on their journey to the same destination: freedom on two wheels. As the world’s largest motorcycling rights organization, the AMA advocates for motorcyclists’ interests in the halls of local, state and federal government, the committees of international governing organizations, and the court of public opinion. Through member clubs, promoters and partners, the AMA sanctions more motorsports competition and motorcycle recreational events than any other organization in the world. AMA members receive money-saving discounts from dozens of well-known suppliers of motorcycle services, gear and apparel, bike rental, transport, hotel stays and more. Through its Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum, the AMA preserves the heritage of motorcycling for future generations. About Feld Motor Sports, Inc. Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is the world leader in specialized arena and stadium-based motor sports entertainment. Feld Motor Sports, Inc. productions include Monster Jam®, Monster Energy® Supercross, AMA Arenacross Series, Freestyle Motocross, and IHRA® Nitro Jam®. Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is a division of Feld Entertainment, the world’s largest producer of live family entertainment. For more information on Feld Entertainment, visit www.feldentertainment.com. MX Sports Pro Racing MX Sports Pro Racing manages and produces the world’s most prestigious motocross series — the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. An industry leader in off road powersport production and management, its mission is to raise awareness of motocross racing through the production of professional championship racing events nationwide. Through its various racing properties, partnerships and affiliates, MX Sports Pro Racing fields more than 60,000 action sports athletes each year and attracts millions of active fans, spectators and enthusiasts. For more information, please visit www.mxsportsproracing.com.