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Originally Posted by flagboy55
Does anyone know if American Flat Track is the upper echelon of motorcycle racing? I’m only a casual fan but I remember names like Kenny Roberts, Jay Springsteen, Chris Carr as running the top class of flat tracking but I thought that was AMA? Maybe someone could help me out on this? Always wanted to see the bikes on the mile and considering that the miles are going away, might be a good time to knock it off the bucket list
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Boy do those old names ring a bell. Yep AFT is the premier group of flat trackers. Lots of exciting young riders out there. I've seen a lot of flat track motorcycle racing, its really the only thing that can compete against traditional sprinters as far as excitement goes, IMO. You've heard of banging wheels, well these guys bang handlebars and wheels.
I've only been to half miles and shorter tracks to see the bikes I'd like to go to one of the mile shows someday. Do yourself a favor and go to a mile bike race if you can!