history
Who Was Albert “Shrimp” Burns?
Some of the toughest individuals in the world reside between the pages of motorcycle history. Albert “Shrimp” Burns, a rider for both the Harley-Davidson and
Who Was Teddy Carroll?
Teddy Carroll is well-known for riding on the Indian Motorcycle team in the 1919 Cornfield Classic in Marion, IN. However, this race was only one
Who Was Gene Walker?
On September 1st, 1919, a 200-mile motorcycle race was held in Marion, Indiana. Among a group of racers representing the Indian Motorcycles was Gene Walker,
Who Was Wilbur Shaw?
Although Wilbur Shaw was president of the Indiana Motor Speedway for not quite a decade, he played a key role in restoring it to its
Who Was Carl G. Fisher?
Those who are thankful for a rich motorcycle history in Indiana owe part of their gratitude to Carl G. Fisher. Fisher played an important role
What Was the Newby Oval?
If you are familiar with the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, you may or may not know a thing or two about its predecessor, the Newby Oval.
Who Was Jim Davis?
If you love motorcycles, it is important to know who and what brought them to what they are today. Jim Davis played an important role
Who Was Edward Joel Pennington?
Many individuals possess mixed feelings about the actions of Edward Joel Pennington, but there is no denying the impact that he had on Indiana’s motorcycle
Who was Erwin George ‘Cannonball’ Baker?
Erwin ‘Cannonball’ Baker was a motorcycle racing legend, setting speed records across the U.S. Learn about his historic transcontinental rides and his impact on motorcycling history.