Kira Knebel is one of three MotoAmrica riders, including Cruise Texter and Bodie Paige, to be nominated for AMA Racing Awards. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.

The American Motorcyclist Association has announced the nominees for the 2025 AMA Racing Awards, which according to the AMA, “celebrate the riders, organizers, and volunteers who elevate the sport through exceptional performance, dedication, and leadership.”

Knebel (left) was presented with her AMA #1 National Chamionship plate by the AMA’s Ken Sailant (center), and Royal Enfield Build. Train. Race mentor/rider coach Freddie Spencer (rght). Photo by Brian J. Nelson.

Three MotoAmerica riders received nominations, including Royal Enfield Build.Train.Race Champion Kira Knebel, MotoAmerica Mission Mini Cup Stock 50 National Champion Cruise Texter, and Parts Unlimited Talent Cup By Motul race winner and MotoAmerica Mission Mini Cup Street GP National Champion Bodie Paige.

Knebel is nominated for AMA Female Racer of the Year, Texter’s nomination is in the category of AMA Youth Racer of the Year, and Paige is nominated for AMA Athlete of the Year in the Grand Championship category.

Cruise Texter in action at Road America’s Briggs & Stratton Motorplex during the Mission Mini Cup National Final. Photo by Larry Lawrence.

“The 2025 season delivered unforgettable moments across every discipline,” said AMA Director of Racing Mike Pelletier. “Racers and organizers nationwide pushed the limits, broke records, and continued to grow our sport in inspiring ways. We extend our sincere gratitude to everyone who contributed to another outstanding racing year, and we congratulate our national and regional champions, as well as all the nominees for the 2025 AMA Racing Awards.”

Bodie Paige won Parts Unlimted Talent Cup By Motul race two at Circuit of the Americas this past March. Photo by Brian J. Nelson.

If you’re an AMA member, you can vote for the nominees in several competition categories, including the prestigious AMA Athlete of the Year awards. Cast your ballot now at www.surveymonkey.com/r/2N2H5SG. Voting concludes on Monday, December 15, at midnight.

Award winners will be announced shortly after voting closes.

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