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Hey guys I have been out of the racing scene for a number of years, and even when I was racing most of my races weren't AMA or national caliber. I'm curious what a realistic amatuer support program looks like. How many A class riders are getting everything for free? How many B riders? I know there are some pretty big names in the B class but is there anyone getting a full ride in the C class? What can an unknown B class racer expect for support? I appreciate your responses! Can't wait to hear what you have to say!
The Shop
They are really looking to support people early in their career in hope of them getting a return or exposure as they advance their mx career.
If that's not your goal then there are some manufacturer contingencies for certain amature series (Florida Winter Ams) that will help some. Like stated already some local shops will give you a discount but that isn't really support its more of a loyalty program to keep you coming to them.
I seem to get bombarded with those everyday for racers
I never really had any of my own contracts with sponsors until I was in the B class, and I wasn't even winning at the amateur nationals. Most all of my contracts included free product. Tires, gear, goggles, oils, graphics and bikes with Honda of Houston. I'm sure the last name didn't hurt the cause at all, but sometimes just being a good kid can get you far enough with some sponsors.
Seems like most of the C riders are all locally supported by local dealers or some connection they may have to a local business, usually owned by mom or dad or a relative.
I'd suggest looking into getting a Hookit account if you don't already have one. It's a good way to get connected to some of the companies you are probably going to want to get sponsorship from.
Good Luck!
as for the OP, i think it varies from rider to rider, class to class, but i do know the kids hitting all the nationals at the top of their classes are getting quite a bit of help. i remember Weimer back on Suzuki amateur team had a pretty decent payout from Suzuki but an even better one from his gear sponsor.
my guess is the top kids are likely getting bikes and parts and an allowance for travel plus a little extra
Pit Row
Sorry OP not trying to hijack..
Outwardly looking in many people think he is fully sponsored...as that's the appearance it comes off as.
But plain and simple - they pay for it all.
In fact without racing families like them who buy 15 bikes a year, tons of mods, parts etc...much of this industry wouldn't be around.
Unless you get the highly coveted, geico, star, TLD, and occasional PC ride (most those kids are team green with great perks - but it's not a full ride) - there isn't much to be had. Pro racing is the sad epitome of this - with guys out there loosing money to be there. It doesn't get better at am level.
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