TONS OF FAN ACTIVITIES AS THE ROCKERBOX MOTOFEST AND AHRMA VINTAGE MOTORCYCLE RACING RETURN TO ROAD AMERICA JUNE 10-12
ELKHART LAKE, Wis., June 9, 2016 – Fans who are planning on attending the 13th annual Rockerbox Motofest at Road America this coming weekend, June 10-12, are in for a treat as the event will feature much more than just an eclectic mix of Euro, Japanese and American vintage café racers, choppers, sport bikes, racing machines, super motos, scooters, and sidecars on display. This year’s Rockerbox Motofest includes a micro brew tasting, live bands, sunset cruising on the Road America circuit for motorcycles only and stunt rider Bill Dixon will also be performing throughout the weekend in the paddock.
The true spirit of the weekend is the Rockerbox Motofest on Saturday, June 11, which includes a ride-in bike show and competition showcasing the greatest in classic style and fresh customization, plus all that is unusual and incredible. All makes and models of bikes are welcome, and spectators will find hundreds of bikes competing for space alongside dealers and vendors of all things motorcycling.
Winners of the ride-in bike show are chosen by an experienced team of judges, in all kinds of categories, including Best Race Bike, Best Chopper and Best Rat Bike. Your unique motorcycle could win a custom trophy, and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to various charities.
The on track action all gets rolling on Friday, June 10 and continues through Sunday, June 12, as classic motorcycles will roar on Road America’s high-speed straights, multiple turns and undulating terrain as part of the American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association (AHRMA) Vintage Motorcycle Classic. The event features vintage race bikes ranging from rigid-frame Harley and Indian hand-shifters all the way to the early ’90s Superbikes, the organization also features “alternative modern” single, twin, and three-cylinder race bikes, such as Triumph Daytona’s, Ducati Panagales and Wisconsin-made EBRs. If a century’s worth of two-wheel machinery isn’t enough, there are also vintage racing sidecars. Road America is a track favorite of competitive vintage riders because of its four-mile layout including several passing areas that contribute to the competitive spirit and racing action.
Don’t forget about the annual swap meet throughout the weekend. This is the highlight of the weekend to true moto-heads, where you can rifle through parts to construct your ideal bike. Here, motorcycle mechanics and backyard builders alike come together in search of the right parts. Whether you’re re-building an original vintage classic or designing your own hand-built, you’re sure to find something amongst the acres of treasures and over 30 vendors will also be setting up shop for customers to check out between events.
Fest-goers can come and go as they please throughout the event, keeping the weekend relaxed and you can feel like you’re riding into the great America landscape with a Saturday Sunset Ride before the evening celebrations give way.
So fill up the tank and dust off those leathers for a winding ride to Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, for the motorcycle celebration of the year. Visitors traveling northbound can experience American roadways at their finest, with a scenic view of the Northern Kettle Moraine region. Once you arrive at Road America, riders and aficionados alike can expect a mix from café racers and vintage cycles, to fresh off the dealership lot.
Photo Credit – Les Tension
In addition to the many Rockerbox Motofest and AHRMA festivities, Road America will host its ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Retail Fan Engagement Center and Paddock Shop on Friday, June 10, at 12:30 p.m. The new building is centrally located in the paddock to serve as a focal point where visitors may gather, shop and learn about Road America’s history. The center also offers areas for variable use and many new entertainment amenities plus it will be open year round.
Built on the site of the previous Paddock Shop, the new 7,500 square foot shop stretches 100 feet along the midway with easy access to the paddock and new winner’s circle. Once inside, visitors will have the opportunity to experience an exciting mix of fan engagement features, and retail items.
Road America executives collaborated with McMAHON and Associates and Quasius to integrate the look of the improvements with the traditional Road America architecture around the facility. In addition to its many offerings for fans and visitors, the center will be used to host special events. “The building’s versatility is its greatest quality, and it’s a perfect addition to our facility,” said George Bruggenthies, president and general manager of Road America.
Artist rendering of the new retail center and Paddock Shop
Gates will open to the public each day at 7 a.m., admission and a bike show entry for Saturday is $40. Event admission is $20 on Friday and $30 Saturday and Sunday or $60 for the entire weekend. Fans who wear a Rockerbox T-shirt from any previous year get in for $10. New for 2016, anyone 16-years-old and under are FREE with a paying adult. Any student can show their ID at the gate and get $10 off the ticket price. All races will run rain or shine. A tentative event schedule is available online at www.roadamerica.com
About Road America: Established in 1955, Road America is located midway between Milwaukee and Green Bay in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin. The world’s best racers have competed at this legendary four-mile, 14-turn road circuit for 60 years. The 640-acre, park-like grounds offer amazing viewing opportunities, fantastic concessions and high-speed excitement to hundreds of thousands of spectators each year. In addition to public race weekends, Road America offers a variety of group event programs, the Road America Motorplex for karting and supermoto, and the Road America Motorcycle and Advanced Driving Schools. For more information, visit www.roadamerica.com Follow Road America onwww.facebook.com/RoadAmerica and on Twitter: @roadamerica or call 800-365-7223.