American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) Membership

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The AMA has been protecting your right to ride since 1924 — making it one of the oldest and largest motorcyclists’ rights organizations in the world. For $49 a year, members get 24/7 roadside assistance, a subscription to America’s top motorcycle magazine, discounts on gear, hotels, and events, and a powerful advocate working to keep roads and trails open. This guide explains everything simply.

📅 Founded

Over 100 Years of Advocacy

The American Motorcyclist Association was founded in 1924 — more than 100 years ago. It is a nonprofit organization headquartered in Pickerington, Ohio, and serves as the official U.S. representative to the FIM, the international motorsports federation. In July 2024, the AMA was honored in the U.S. Capitol for its century of protecting motorcyclists’ rights.

💰 Membership Cost

$49 Per Year

Standard AMA membership is $49 per year — about $4.08 per month. That covers roadside assistance (with auto-renew enrollment), the monthly American Motorcyclist magazine, discounts on gear, hotels, and events, plus representation in state and federal government on issues that affect riders. Life Member status is earned after 25 consecutive years of membership.

🛣️ Events Sanctioned

2,000+ Events Per Year

The AMA sanctions more than 2,000 motorcycle competition and recreational events annually across more than 20 disciplines — including motocross, off-road, flat track, enduro, hill climb, ice racing, supercross, dual sport rides, and more. Members can participate in all AMA-sanctioned events nationwide. The AMA also hosts the Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Pickerington, Ohio — free admission for members.

🏍️ What Is the AMA and Why Does It Matter to Riders?

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America’s Largest Motorcyclist Rights Organization

The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) is a nonprofit organization with more than 200,000 members and 1,100+ chartered clubs across the country. Its mission is simple: promote the motorcycle lifestyle and protect the future of motorcycling.

Everything the AMA does falls under three pillars — Rights, Riding, and Racing. On Rights, they lobby state and federal governments to keep roads, trails, and public lands open for motorcyclists. On Riding, they sanction thousands of events and build community. On Racing, they run the most comprehensive amateur competition program in the country. When you join, your $49 annual fee helps fund all of it — while giving you a suite of practical benefits that can easily pay for themselves in a single purchase.

🗳️ Rights

Your Voice in Government

The AMA fights bike bans, trail closures, mandatory helmet laws for adults, and new regulations that would affect riders. Government Relations staff work at the federal level in Washington, D.C., and in state capitals across the country — including a dedicated West Coast office for California and Pacific states issues.

🛣️ Riding

Community & Events

Over 2,000 AMA-sanctioned recreational rides, tours, rallies, and dual-sport events annually. More than 1,100 chartered clubs nationwide. AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days is one of the largest vintage bike gatherings in the world. Members can find clubs and events on americanmotorcyclist.com.

🏁 Racing

Amateur to Pro Pathways

The AMA sanctions competition in 20+ disciplines from motocross and enduro to flat track, ice racing, and hill climb. All events follow the AMA Racing Rule Book, updated annually by democratically elected delegates. Members at any skill level — beginner to advanced — can compete.

Sources: AMA Official (americanmotorcyclist.com — confirmed): mission statement, 200,000+ members, 1,100+ chartered clubs, nonprofit status, Pickerington OH headquarters. AMA About page (confirmed): “largest motorcyclists’ rights organization on the planet.” AMA History (confirmed): founded 1924. AMA Rights News (confirmed July 29, 2024): honored in U.S. Capitol for 100 years of rights protection. Wikipedia (American Motorcyclist Association — confirmed): nonprofit; FIM official U.S. representative; 20+ racing disciplines. AMA Membership Benefits (confirmed): 2,000+ sanctioned events/year.

💳 Membership Tiers — Which One Is Right for You?

Standard — Most Popular

$49

per year · about $4.08/month

Digital edition of American Motorcyclist magazine (12 issues)
Free roadside assistance when enrolled in auto-renew
Members-only discounts on gear, hotels, events
Access to 2,000+ AMA-sanctioned events
AMA members-only website content
Membership card, pin, patch, and kit
Annual member sweepstakes eligibility
AMA Action Center advocacy alerts

Family — Best for Households

Family

primary member + household riders

All standard benefits for primary member
All household family riders included
Primary member eligible for roadside assistance
All members get gear/event discounts
One price covers the whole household
Non-primary members do not earn years toward Life status

3-Year — Lock In Savings

3-Year

multi-year term · no auto-renew needed

All standard individual benefits
Roadside assistance included — no auto-renew required
Roadside Assistance Plus available for $50/year ($150 total)
Consistent savings over multiple seasons
Counts toward 25-year Life Member goal

Life Member Plus — Earned Elite Tier

$29/yr

add-on for Charter Life Members only

Earned after 25 consecutive membership years
Print American Motorcyclist magazine (12 issues/year)
Roadside Assistance Plus: bikes + cars + trucks + RVs for whole household
New membership card, pin, and decal each year
All standard Life Member benefits retained

🏆 How to Earn Life Member Status

Any AMA member who maintains 25 consecutive years of membership automatically earns Charter Life Member status. Life Members no longer pay annual dues but retain discounts, event participation rights, digital magazine access, and all members-only website content. Once you reach Life Member status, you can optionally upgrade to Life Member Plus for just $29/year, which adds the print magazine, the extended household roadside assistance, and a special annual membership card. This is one of the best deals in motorcycling — other organizations charge $50 to $100+ for similar roadside coverage alone.

Sources: AMA Terms and Conditions (americanmotorcyclist.com/terms-conditions — confirmed): annual membership fee $49.00; auto-renew required for free roadside; 30-day refund window (unused benefits + no prior use); 10-day cancellation notice. AMA Join page (confirmed): family membership details; non-primary members do not earn Life years. AMA Roadside Assistance page (confirmed): 3-year membership qualifies without auto-renew; Roadside Assistance Plus $50/year. AMA Life Member Plus page (confirmed): $29/year; 12 print issues; full household Roadside Assistance Plus; card/pin/decal. Roadracingworld.com (confirmed): AMA Life Member Plus announcement — $29/year including Roadside Assistance Plus. AMA: 25 consecutive years = Charter Life Member status confirmed.

🛠️ AMA Roadside Assistance — Explained Simply

Included Benefit — No Extra Cost With Eligible Memberships

24/7 Roadside Help for Your Motorcycle — Flat Tire, Dead Battery, Empty Tank, or Tow

Available around the clock, 365 days a year. Provided by Agero, Inc. — one of the largest roadside assistance networks in North America. Covers up to 5 registered motorcycles, 3 service calls per year per vehicle. Towing up to 35 miles to the nearest qualified service facility at no cost.

Service Type	What Is Covered	Any Cost to Member?
🚗 Flat tire	Change to owner-supplied spare. If no spare, vehicle towed to 35-mile limit.	No charge for service call
🔋 Dead battery	Jump start for most cars, trucks, and RVs. Note: most providers cannot jump-start a motorcycle battery — bike will be towed instead.	No charge for service call
⛽ Out of fuel	Fuel delivery (unleaded or diesel). Oil or other fluids also covered.	Member pays for fuel/fluid cost only — not the service call
🔑 Lockout	Lockout service to re-enter your vehicle.	No charge for service call
🚛 Towing	Tow to nearest qualified service facility or any other location of equal distance.	First 35 miles free; member pays mileage beyond 35 miles only
🚙 Roadside Assistance Plus (upgrade)	All of the above PLUS cars, trucks, trailers, and RVs for entire household. Up to 5 registered vehicles. Same 3 service calls per vehicle per year. $50/year add-on (or included free with Life Member Plus at $29/year).	$50/year extra (or free with Life Member Plus)

⚠️ Important: How to Activate Your Roadside Coverage

Roadside assistance is not automatic — you must register your vehicles to activate it. After joining or renewing with an eligible membership, you will receive an email with a link to register your vehicle’s year, make, model, and VIN. Allow 72 hours after registration for coverage to activate. If you are unsure whether you are covered, call (800) 262-5646 to confirm before you ride. Roadside coverage stops immediately if you cancel auto-renew or remove your credit card from your AMA account.

Sources: AMA Roadside Assistance page (americanmotorcyclist.com/roadside — confirmed): Agero Inc. as provider; 24/7 coverage; flat tire, battery, fuel, lockout, towing services; 35-mile tow limit; member pays overage; 3 service calls/year; 5 motorcycles max; must register vehicles; 72-hour activation; coverage ceases if auto-renew canceled; call 800-262-5646 to confirm. AMA Terms and Conditions (confirmed): auto-renew required; roadside ceases immediately upon cancellation of auto-renew or removal of credit card. AMA Life Member Plus page (confirmed): Roadside Assistance Plus covers motorcycles, cars, trucks, trailers, RVs for whole household; up to 5 vehicles; $50/year add-on or included in $29/year Life Member Plus. AMA roadside note on motorcycle battery: confirmed — most providers cannot jump-start motorcycle batteries; tow provided instead.

📰 American Motorcyclist Magazine — North America’s Largest

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12 Issues Per Year — Digital Free, Print Available

American Motorcyclist is the largest-circulation motorcycle magazine in North America. Every AMA member receives digital access — 12 issues per year, free with membership. Each monthly issue delivers features, touring stories, event coverage, AMA government relations updates, historical pieces, racing results, technical columns, and photography.

The print edition is included with standard $49/year annual memberships and with Life Member Plus ($29/year add-on). Competition memberships offer a choice of street or dirt focus for the magazine. The AMA describes its editorial goal as bringing back the “traditional motorcycle magazine experience that’s gone missing” — covering all types of riding rather than focusing on one discipline.

Sources: AMA Membership Benefits page (americanmotorcyclist.com — confirmed): largest circulation in North America; 12 monthly issues; digital free with all memberships; content description (features, columns, event coverage, government relations, historical, touring). AMA Join page (confirmed): print included with standard annual membership; street or dirt focus option with competition memberships. AMA Life Member Plus (confirmed): print magazine included at $29/year.

💰 Member Discounts — Use One and Cover Your Membership Cost

✅ One Discount Can Pay for the Entire Year

As the AMA’s own magazine points out: “It’s not hard to miss the fact that one could pay for his or her entire AMA membership each year with a single large purchase, or at least a few smaller ones.” The $49 annual fee can be recovered with a single gear order, a few hotel stays, or a set of event tickets — and then every additional discount is pure savings. All discount codes are available to logged-in members at americanmotorcyclist.com/discounts.

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Hotels

Motel 6 — up to 10% off best available rates (code M64AMA)
Red Roof Inn — 20% off nationwide (code VP#503343)
Choice Hotels (Comfort Inn, Quality Inn, Sleep Inn, Clarion, Cambria + more) — 15% off (code 00947556)

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Car Rental

Avis — up to 25% off + complimentary Preferred status (code D388100)
Budget — up to 25% off (code Z942000)

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Gear & Apparel

Nelson Rigg — 25% off all orders (code AMA-NR20)
Bohn Body Armor — 20% off all categories
Gryphon Moto — 15% off all orders
Cardo Systems (helmet intercoms) — 20% off online
Blendzall — 20% off (blendzall.com)
ASV Inventions — 15% off (asvinventions.com)

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Bike Shipping

Federal Companies — AMA discount on motorcycle shipping; call (877) 518-7376 with AMA number
Motorcycle Shippers — $25 off per bike one-way; $100 off round trip; $50 off per bike (multiple bikes same address)

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Events & Racing

Supercross — save $5 on up to 8 tickets
MotoAmerica — 20% off 2-day and 3-day passes
AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days — discounts on advance tickets
Legacy Track Dayz — 15% off event entry
AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame — free admission (Pickerington, OH)

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Rentals & Tours

EagleRider — join Club EagleRider with 2 bonus rental credits, initiation fee waived; one-way rides from 100s of locations
Colorado Motorcycle Adventures — 10% off rentals and tours

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Insurance & Safety

MedJet Assist (emergency transport) — 20% off membership
Global Rescue — 5% off memberships
Voom Insurance — $10 Amazon gift card for quote
BMW MOA — first year free with AMA membership

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Parts & Tools

Parts Giant — 10% off every purchase (call 888-575-6570 x817)
Summit Racing — 5% off select motorcycle brands in-store + online
Rabaconda (tire tools) — 10% off (code AMARABA2025)
MX Mounts — 10% off (code AMADiscount)
Innovv (camera) — 15% off (code AMA24)

Sources: AMA Deals and Discounts page (americanmotorcyclist.com/deals — confirmed) and AMA Discount Codes page (americanmotorcyclist.com/discount-codes — confirmed): all partner names, discount percentages, and codes verified. AMA article “Benefits R Us” (americanmotorcyclist.com, Jan 2024): one large purchase can pay for entire annual membership fee confirmed. AMA article “Quick Far-Off Motorcycle Vacation” (confirmed): Federal Companies shipping discount, Colorado Motorcycle Adventures 10% off, hotel partner details (Choice Hotels, Red Roof, Motel 6), EagleRider details.

🗳️ Rights & Advocacy — What the AMA Fights for on Your Behalf

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Real Legislative Results — From State Houses to the White House

The AMA maintains a Government Relations Department with staff in Washington, D.C., and a Western States office in Los Angeles. Staff lobby at both the federal and state levels on issues that directly affect your ability to ride. When you join the AMA, your membership dues fund this advocacy. The more members the AMA has, the more political leverage it carries.

🌲 Public Lands Access

EXPLORE Act — Signed Into Law

The AMA worked closely on the EXPLORE Act (Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences), signed into law on January 4, 2025. The law creates additional motorized access opportunities on federal lands — including trails and backcountry routes previously inaccessible to off-highway motorcycles. Protecting public lands access for trail riders has been one of the AMA’s longest-running battles.

🚦 Lane Filtering

Colorado Legalized Lane Filtering

On August 7, 2024, Colorado officially legalized lane filtering statewide (SB24-079), allowing riders to pass through stopped traffic at 15 mph or less. The AMA endorses lane splitting and filtering, citing a UC Berkeley SafeTREC study showing it enhances motorcycle safety. Colorado joined Utah, Arizona, and other states. The AMA continues pushing for legalization in remaining states.

🤝 Congressional Caucus

Motorcycle Caucus Reception

In February 2025, the AMA hosted a reception for the Congressional Motorcycle Caucus in Washington, D.C., bringing together newly elected members of Congress and Caucus members. These direct relationships with legislators are how the AMA turns rider concerns into policy conversations at the highest level of government.

🚗 Autonomous Vehicles

Fighting for Motorcyclist Safety in the AEB Era

A 2024 IIHS study found that reflective motorcycle clothing — meant to increase visibility — may actually hinder automatic emergency braking systems on cars. The AMA is actively engaged on this issue, working to ensure that new automotive technology does not create new dangers for riders. This is the kind of emerging threat that most individual riders have no way to address on their own.

📋 Other Key Issues the AMA Advocates On

Voluntary helmet use for adults — the AMA believes adult riders should have the legal choice, and fights mandatory helmet laws for adult riders at the state level.
Bike bans — some municipalities have attempted to ban motorcycles from certain roads or areas; the AMA fights these restrictions.
Noise regulations — the AMA works to ensure motorcycle noise ordinances are applied fairly and do not unfairly target riders.
Rider education and training — the AMA advocates for accessible, high-quality rider education programs at state and national levels.
Health-care discrimination — the AMA works against policies that discriminate against motorcyclists in health care settings.
AMA Action Center — members can log in to review current legislative issues, read the AMA’s position, and send messages to their representatives in minutes.

Sources: AMA Rights News (americanmotorcyclist.com — confirmed): EXPLORE Act signed Jan 4, 2025 — additional motorized access on federal lands; Colorado SB24-079 signed Aug 7, 2024 — lane filtering at 15 mph or less; Congressional Motorcycle Caucus reception Feb 12, 2025 in Washington D.C. AMA Lane Splitting position statement (confirmed): endorses lane splitting/filtering; cites UC Berkeley SafeTREC study for enhanced safety; long-term success in California noted. AMA Rights News (confirmed): AMA working on automatic emergency braking / IIHS reflective clothing study. AMA History page (confirmed): D.C. office opened 1991; L.A. office opened 1994. AMA About page (confirmed): bike bans, health-care discrimination, public lands, mandatory helmet use, rider education among advocacy issues. AMA Rights page (confirmed): position statements on autonomous vehicles, voluntary helmet use, noise, public lands.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

✅ Absolutely Not — The AMA Is for All Riders

The AMA is for every kind of motorcyclist — weekend leisure riders, long-distance tourers, trail riders, dirt riders, vintage bike collectors, and commuters, as well as racers. The practical benefits (roadside assistance, magazine, discounts) apply to anyone who rides. Racing access is simply an added option if you want it. Many of the AMA’s most devoted members ride only street bikes and never enter a race. The AMA was designed to represent all 6+ million motorcycle riders in America, regardless of riding style.

💡 Step-by-Step: How to Get Covered and How to Use It

Step 1 — Enroll in auto-renew when you join or renew. This is the standard requirement for free roadside assistance (3-year memberships are the exception — they qualify without auto-renew).

Step 2 — Register your motorcycle(s) after joining. You will receive an email with a link to enter your vehicle’s year, make, model, and VIN. Allow 72 hours for activation. You can register up to 5 motorcycles.

Step 3 — When you need help, call the roadside assistance number and provide proof of AMA coverage. Service is available 24 hours a day. You receive up to 3 service calls per year per registered vehicle. Towing is covered up to 35 miles to the nearest qualified service facility — you only pay if the tow exceeds 35 miles.

Not sure if you are covered? Call (800) 262-5646 before your next ride to confirm.

💡 Roadside Assistance Plus Covers Your Whole Household

Standard roadside assistance covers motorcycles only. Roadside Assistance Plus extends coverage to your cars, trucks, trailers, and RVs — up to 5 total registered vehicles in your household, including your children’s cars.

The add-on costs $50 per year (or $150 for a 3-year membership). For Life Members who upgrade to Life Member Plus, Roadside Assistance Plus is included at no additional charge in the $29/year fee. The AMA notes that other roadside assistance providers charge $50 to $100 or more per year for equivalent coverage — making the Plus option a strong value for households with multiple vehicles. It is provided by Agero, Inc., the same professional network that handles standard coverage.

⚠️ Refunds Are Limited — Know the Policy Before Joining

AMA membership fees are generally not refundable. However, members enrolled in the auto-renewal program can request a refund within 30 days of their renewal charge. Members who joined through a promotion that included a money-back guarantee must request a refund of dues by calling 800-AMA-JOIN (262-5646) — a refund form will be mailed. You can cancel your membership at any time without a refund after the 30-day window has passed. If you cancel auto-renew or remove your credit card, roadside assistance coverage ends immediately.

🏆 A Free Benefit — America’s Motorcycling Museum

The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame is located in Pickerington, Ohio (near Columbus). It honors the most accomplished and significant people and moments in American motorcycling history, with annual induction ceremonies. AMA members get free admission — non-members pay a regular entrance fee. The Hall of Fame houses exhibits covering racing legends, important motorcycles, industry milestones, and the complete history of American motorcycling from its earliest days to the present. If you visit Ohio, it is well worth including on your route.

🗳️ Your Direct Line Into Government on Motorcycling Issues

The AMA Action Center is an online tool available to all AMA members. It allows you to: review current legislative issues that affect motorcyclists at the state and federal levels; read the AMA’s official position on each issue; see which of your elected representatives are on which committees; and send a message to your specific senators and representatives in just a few clicks. The AMA also maintains a legislative scorecard grading elected officials on their voting records related to motorcyclists’ rights, and offers subscription-based action alerts that notify you when important votes or hearings are coming up.

💡 Different Focus — AMA Is Built Specifically for Motorcyclists

AAA is primarily a car-based organization; its roadside network is optimized for automobiles and has varying levels of motorcycle support depending on region and plan tier. The AMA’s standard roadside assistance is specifically designed for motorcycles and provided by Agero, Inc., a professional network. AMA Roadside Assistance Plus (at $50/year extra, or free with Life Member Plus) extends to cars and household vehicles — making it directly comparable to AAA coverage but at a lower combined cost when you factor in the $49 base membership includes the magazine, discounts, and advocacy. For riders who already have AAA, the AMA is a complement — not necessarily a replacement.

💡 Roadside Is Vehicle-Based, Not Person-Based

AMA roadside assistance is tied to your registered vehicles, not to specific people. When you register a motorcycle to your AMA account, that motorcycle is covered — regardless of who is on it when the breakdown happens. So if your spouse or passenger is on your registered bike and it breaks down, the bike is covered under your membership. Family memberships give household members their own membership cards and access to member discounts, but the primary member’s registered vehicles provide the roadside coverage. For full household vehicle coverage (including everyone’s cars), upgrade to Roadside Assistance Plus.

⚠️ All Benefits End When Membership Expires

All AMA member benefits — including roadside assistance, discount access, magazine delivery, event participation eligibility, and members-only website access — are active only while your membership is current. If you cancel or your membership lapses, benefits end. Roadside coverage ends immediately if you cancel auto-renew or remove your credit card — it does not wait until your annual expiration date. The AMA notifies members by email at least 30 days before any auto-renewal charge, giving you time to review and cancel if you choose. To avoid interruption of roadside coverage, keep your email address and credit card current in your AMA account.

Sources: AMA Membership Benefits (confirmed): for all types of riders; 6+ million U.S. riders; all riding styles represented. AMA Roadside Assistance page (confirmed): registration process; 72-hour activation; auto-renew eligibility; 3 service calls/year; 35-mile tow. AMA Terms and Conditions (confirmed): refund policy (30 days, auto-renew, promotion guarantee); roadside ceases immediately upon cancellation. AMA Life Member Plus (confirmed): $29/year; Roadside Plus included; “other organizations charge $50–$100+”. AMA about page (confirmed): Hall of Fame, Pickerington, Ohio; free admission for members. AMA Rights page (confirmed): Action Center, legislative scorecard, action alerts. AMA Roadside (confirmed): vehicle-based coverage; up to 5 registered vehicles. AMA email notification: 30 days notice before charge (confirmed AMA Terms).

🤔 Is AMA Membership Worth It for You? An Honest Guide

✅ AMA Membership Makes Strong Sense If…

You ride more than a few times a year and travel any meaningful distance. A single breakdown requiring a tow can easily cost $100–$300 without roadside assistance. One use of the benefit more than covers the $49 annual fee.
You regularly buy motorcycle gear, parts, or accessories. A single order using one of the partner discounts (25% off Nelson Rigg, 20% off Bohn, 10% off Parts Giant) can recover the full membership fee.
You care about keeping trails, roads, and public lands open. The AMA is the largest organized force fighting for motorcyclists at the legislative level. Every member adds to their political weight.
You enjoy touring and staying in hotels. The Choice Hotels 15% discount and Red Roof 20% discount apply nationwide — a few nights of hotel savings quickly exceed $49.
You are working toward Life Member status. 25 consecutive years earns you Charter Life membership with no more annual dues. The value of benefits over a lifetime of riding is substantial.
You enjoy reading about motorcycling. American Motorcyclist is widely regarded as the best general-interest motorcycle magazine in North America, and digital access is included in your membership.

💡 AMA Membership May Be Less Essential If…

You only ride locally and very rarely. If your motorcycle never leaves your neighborhood, the roadside assistance and touring discounts add less immediate value. The advocacy benefit and magazine still apply, but the financial payback period is longer.
You already have comprehensive roadside assistance through another provider (AAA Premier, insurance rider, etc.) and have no interest in racing or events. In that case, you may want to join purely for advocacy and discounts, knowing you are not getting duplicate value from roadside.
You do not plan to use any of the discount partners. The membership still has value for advocacy, but the financial math is harder to justify for purely occasional, local riders with no interest in the magazine, events, or gear purchases.

Sources: AMA “Benefits R Us” (americanmotorcyclist.com, Jan 2024): one large purchase can cover entire membership fee; “total no brainer” for regular buyers of gear/parts/event tickets. AMA Terms (confirmed): $49/year. AMA Roadside (confirmed): tow cost savings potential; coverage details. AMA Life Member Plus (confirmed): Life status after 25 years. AMA Membership Benefits (confirmed): magazine and discounts included.

📍 Find AMA Events, Clubs, and Dealers Near You

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📞 AMA Contact Information and Key Resources

AMA Member Services

(800) AMA-JOIN · (800) 262-5646

Main contact for joining, renewing, upgrading to Life Member Plus, membership questions, or verifying roadside assistance coverage. Monday–Friday business hours. Also reachable at [email protected].

Roadside Assistance Confirmation

(800) 262-5646

Call to confirm your roadside assistance coverage is active before a ride. Also use to register vehicles or troubleshoot activation. Coverage provided by Agero, Inc. — 24/7 service available once enrolled.

AMA Website — Join and Events

americanmotorcyclist.com

Join or renew online, find sanctioned events near you, browse the AMA Action Center for legislative alerts, access member discount codes, and read American Motorcyclist magazine digitally.

Find AMA Clubs Near You

americanmotorcyclist.com/clubs

The AMA charters 1,100+ clubs across the country. Use the club finder to locate AMA-chartered clubs in your area — great for meeting fellow riders, joining group rides, and getting local event information.

AMA Member Discounts

americanmotorcyclist.com/discounts

Log in with your AMA account to access all current discount codes for hotels, gear, events, rentals, shipping, and more. Codes are updated periodically — bookmark this page and check it before any major purchase.

AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame

13515 Yarmouth Dr., Pickerington, OH

Free admission for AMA members. Honors the most significant people and events in American motorcycling history. Annual induction ceremony. Open to the public; AMA members skip the admission fee. Located near Columbus, Ohio.

The Bottom Line

$49/yr · Rights + Roadside + Riding + Racing + Discounts

At $49/year, the AMA is one of the most practical memberships available to any motorcycle rider. One hotel stay using the Red Roof 20% discount, one gear order using Nelson Rigg’s 25% discount, or a single roadside assistance call each recovers the full annual cost. Everything else — the magazine, advocacy, event access, and community — is pure value on top.

📋 Key Takeaways — AMA Motorcycle Membership

$49/year for standard annual membership — about $4.08/month. Family and 3-year options also available. Life Member status earned after 25 consecutive years.
Free roadside assistance with auto-renew enrollment. Covers flat tires, dead batteries, fuel delivery, lockouts, and towing up to 35 miles — 24/7, provided by Agero, Inc. Must register vehicles to activate (allow 72 hours).
Roadside Assistance Plus (add $50/year, or free with Life Member Plus at $29/year) extends coverage to your cars, trucks, RVs, and trailers — the whole household, up to 5 vehicles.
American Motorcyclist magazine — the largest-circulation motorcycle magazine in North America — is included digitally with all memberships. Print included with standard annual and Life Member Plus.
Dozens of member discounts that can pay for the membership in a single purchase: 25% off gear, 20% off hotels, 25% off car rentals, $25–$100 off bike shipping, and much more.
2,000+ sanctioned events per year across 20+ disciplines — all open to members. From amateur racing to touring rides to the legendary AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days.
100+ years of rights advocacy — from fighting bike bans and trail closures to winning lane filtering legalization in multiple states and securing new public lands access with the EXPLORE Act (signed January 2025).
Life Member Plus at just $29/year is one of the best deals in motorcycling for Charter Life Members — it includes the print magazine plus full household Roadside Assistance Plus, a $50+ value in roadside coverage alone.
Refunds only within 30 days of auto-renewal charge (if benefits unused) or as part of specific promotions. Cancel anytime — roadside ends immediately upon cancellation of auto-renew.

⚕️ Disclaimer

This widget is educational reference only — not legal or financial advice. AMA membership pricing, benefits, and terms are subject to change without notice. Always verify current terms, discount codes, and eligibility requirements at americanmotorcyclist.com or by calling (800) 262-5646 before joining. Roadside assistance terms, coverage limits, and service providers may vary. This site is not affiliated with the American Motorcyclist Association.

Primary sources: AMA Terms and Conditions (americanmotorcyclist.com/terms-conditions — confirmed): annual membership fee $49.00; auto-renew required for free roadside; refund within 30 days of renewal (benefits unused); 10-day cancellation notice; roadside ceases immediately on cancellation; subject to federal/state tax. AMA Join page (americanmotorcyclist.com/join — confirmed): membership tiers, family membership, auto-renew roadside eligibility, non-primary family members do not earn Life years, America 250 add-on. AMA Membership Benefits (americanmotorcyclist.com/membership-benefits — confirmed): 3 Rs (Rights, Riding, Racing), roadside assistance, magazine, discounts, chartered clubs, 2,000+ events, 20+ disciplines, Rider Accident Medical Plan via Jones Birdsong LLP. AMA Roadside Assistance page (confirmed): Agero Inc. provider; 24/7 service; flat tire, battery (motorcycle towed if no jump possible), fuel (member pays fuel cost), lockout, towing 35 miles; 3 service calls/year per vehicle; 5-vehicle max; vehicle registration required; 72-hour activation; call 800-262-5646 to confirm; Roadside Plus $50/year per year of membership. AMA Life Member Plus page (confirmed): $29/year; 12 print magazine issues; Roadside Plus for whole household including cars/trucks/RVs/trailers; card/pin/decal; Life status after 25 consecutive years; other orgs charge $50-$100+. AMA Deals and Discounts page + Discount Codes page (confirmed): Motel 6 10% code M64AMA; Red Roof 20% code VP#503343; Choice Hotels 15% code 00947556; Avis 25% code D388100; Budget 25% code Z942000; Nelson Rigg 25% code AMA-NR20; Bohn Body Armor 20%; Gryphon Moto 15%; Cardo Systems 20%; Blendzall 20%; ASV Inventions 15%; Parts Giant 10%; Summit Racing 5%; Rabaconda 10% AMARABA2025; MX Mounts 10% AMADiscount; Innovv 15% AMA24; MedJet Assist 20%; Global Rescue 5%; Voom $10 gift card; Federal Companies shipping discount; Motorcycle Shippers $25/$50/$100 off; EagleRider 2 bonus credits + waived initiation; Colorado Motorcycle Adventures 10%; Supercross $5 off up to 8 tickets; MotoAmerica 20% off passes; Legacy Track Dayz 15%; AMA Hall of Fame free admission; BMW MOA first year free. AMA About (confirmed): 200,000+ members; 1,100+ clubs; nonprofit; Pickerington OH; mission statement; FIM official U.S. representative. AMA History (confirmed): founded 1924; D.C. office 1991; L.A. office 1994; largest motorcyclists’ rights organization. AMA Rights News (confirmed): EXPLORE Act signed Jan 4, 2025; Colorado SB24-079 Aug 7, 2024 lane filtering 15 mph; Congressional Motorcycle Caucus reception Feb 12, 2025 Washington D.C.; AMA honored U.S. Capitol July 29, 2024 (100 years). AMA Lane Splitting position (confirmed): UC Berkeley SafeTREC study cited. AMA Rights News (confirmed): IIHS study on reflective clothing/AEB systems; AMA engaged. AMA article “Benefits R Us” (Jan 2024): one purchase can cover membership. Wikipedia (American Motorcyclist Association — confirmed): nonprofit Ohio; FIM; 200,000+ members; segregation history (whites-only until 1950s); one-percenter origin.

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