04/19/2026
⚠️ IMPORTANT – 2026 AMA CHEST PROTECTOR RULE UPDATE ⚠️
For the 2026 season, the American Motorcyclist Association has implemented an updated chest protector requirement for competition.
All riders competing in D12MX events must meet the following standards:
🛡 REQUIRED PROTECTION
• Must cover the sternum, anterior ribs, posterior ribs, and spine (T1–T12)
• Must include hard, rigid, or plastic armor on BOTH the front and back (Armored Vest Style protectors are allowed)
❌ NOT ALLOWED
• Soft-padded shirts without hard armor
• Front-only roost guards
• Back-only spine protectors
📌 ADDITIONAL NOTES
• Protectors may be worn under or over the jersey
• Applies to amateur and professional competition
• Riders without compliant gear will NOT be permitted on the track
📣 Riders - Make sure your gear meets the new requirements now to avoid any issues at signup or staging. YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO RACE WITHOUT PROPER EQUIPMENT!
This is about safety first and keeping everyone protected while we race hard all season.
Let’s keep it safe and keep it fast. 🏁
🏆 Title Sponsor
River Raisin Powersports
🔥 Presenting Sponsor
VP Racing Fuels
📣 Promotional Sponsor
Rosenau Powersports of Dearborn Heights, Michigan
🤝 2026 Supporting Sponsors
Laibe Electric Technology https://laibe.com/
River Roots LLC
Renewed Therapeutics
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RYDR Powersports
Turbo Speed Tuning
Fathm Ride Co.
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