A Statement from AHRMA’S Founder and Team Obsolete Owner Rob Iannucci
AHRMA’s roots go back to the late 1970s when we organized the first Historic races at Bridgehampton, NY; Loudon, NH; Summit Point, WV; and Mid-Ohio. In 1981 we organized the first Historic Race at Daytona, with cooperation from Dick Mann, Bob Coy, and the AMA.
In 1986, we initially formed The American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association (AHRMA) as a privately held corporation. Other regional vintage racing groups were brought together under a single set of rules and one banner. In 1989, we reorganized AHRMA into the member-owned, not-for-profit association we have today. But it has not always been easy. We are proud and pleased to announce that AHRMA recently published the following in their newsletter:
“Since 2009, AHRMA has been prohibited from working with the AMA and other related motorcycle racing organizations. This restriction has hurt AHRMA, the AMA, and vintage motorcycle racers and fans in North America. Instead of collaboration, which helped make AHRMA possible, there has been fragmentation.
“In early July 2024, as a result of behind-the-scenes efforts undertaken during recent years by AHRMA Founder Rob Iannucci, in cooperation with AHRMA and the AMA, this restriction was lifted and AHRMA and the AMA are once again permitted to do business again in any manner that they choose.”
Going forward, Team Obsolete will continue to support AHRMA ventures, especially where true classic bikes are involved. We welcome collaboration with all other members. All are welcome. We are attending the Barber Vintage Festival in at Barber Motorsports Park on October 11-12-13, with the following bikes and riders:
Team Obsolete 1959 Matchless G50 #1708 500 Premier. This ex-Dave Roper Matchless will be tested by Dave, and will be raced by Zack Courts in conjunction with Ari Henning on the ex-Todd Henning Drixton Honda 500. The concept is to recreate the epic 1990s battles between Todd Henning and Dave Roper.
Ex-Dick Mann AJS 7R Special 350 Grand Prix: Dave Roper will race this fabulous bike in the final round of the 2024 350 Grand Prix Extravaganza. Team Obsolete has raced eight (8) different rare 350s in this program, including several famous ex-factory, ex-Surtees, ex-Pasolini, and ex-Bob Mac machines. This is a unique roster never before presented by any team, anywhere, anytime.
Ex-Maurice Candy Kneeler Sidecar: Will be raced by Cliff Godard and Michelle Le-Clear Fisher. Regular rider Randy Hoffman will attend as a consultant.
1971 MV Agusta 500/3: This is one of the fabulous Triples that Ago rode to thirteen (13) FIM World championships! This bike will lead the Historic parade (TBA.)
Ex-Factory Harley Davidson XR750TT: Will be raced by Walt Fulton, a bike which he rescued from its 23-year-semi-retirement. Raced to great success by Dave Roper, Yvon Duhamel, Pat Moroney, John Cronshaw, and Cal Rayborn. Supplied by Harley Davidson Racing in the early 1980s.
And a huge thanks to our sponsors: Red Line Synthetic Oil, Heidenau Tires, Vanson Leathers and Buchanan Spoke and Rim.
See you at the races!