Tulsa Raceway Park
April 11, 2026
PMRA Kicks Off Season with Strong Showing at Race #1
The Performance Motorcycle Racing Association (PMRA) officially launched its 2026 season with a successful opening round, overcoming weather challenges to deliver a full day of quarter-mile action.
Despite early concerns from Mother Nature, Race #1 came together smoothly, setting the tone for what’s shaping up to be a busy and competitive season. The event brought together a diverse group of racers, including new faces and fresh builds, all eager to get their programs on track.
Multi-State Turnout Highlights Growing Momentum
Racers traveled in from across the region—including Arkansas, Colorado, Texas, and Kansas—demonstrating the continued growth and reach of PMRA competition. The strong turnout reinforced the series’ reputation as a destination for grassroots motorcycle drag racing with a competitive yet community-driven atmosphere.
From start to finish, the program moved efficiently, with packed lanes and consistent pairings keeping the action flowing throughout the day.
Race Season Is Officially Underway
With Race #1 in the books, PMRA now shifts focus to Race #2, scheduled at Xtreme Raceway Park—a facility widely regarded as one of the top-tier venues in the country.
DME Racing 4.90 Index
Winner: Bernaed Anderson
Russ & Go Top Gas (8.20)
Winner: Lucas Townsend
Tamaulipas Super Gas (9.90)
Winner: David G. Sposito
Pro Open
Winner: Austin Wagoner
EBR Construction Super Comp (8.90)
Winner: Ryan Schlup
Pro Bracket
Winner: Ben Birr
E.T. Bracket
Winner: Brandon Hinton
Sponsor Appreciation
PMRA leadership, Chad Townsend, extended appreciation to the sponsors who continue to support the program and help sustain motorcycle drag racing at the grassroots level. Their involvement is critical to maintaining competitive payouts and ensuring continued growth for the series.
- DME Racing
- Russ & Go, LLC.
- EBR Construction – Eduardo Barrios
- Tamaulipas Remodeling – Alberto Fonseca
- Codys Cycles
- Wedman Motorsports
- Good Vibes Customs LLC
- Inferno Firestorm Suppression
- MyBikerAttorney – Josh Dewberry
- N/T Performance
- Adam Garrett
- Motorsports Unlimited
About PMRA
The Midwest’s Professional Motorcycle Racing Association. PMRA is now in our 30th season and showcasing 7 motorcycle drag racing classes in the 2024 season. Chad Townsend took the helm of the PMRA association mid-2020 season and brought a top-notch program to the racers. He has been hard at work in the offseason to bring more sponsors and organizations to the PMRA drag bike association and motorcycle drag race program.
