Ricky Carmichael

Class of: 2025

Sport: Motocross

A 15-time AMA motocross champion, Ricky Carmichael is considered the GOAT in the sport of motocross.

In 1996, he concluded a record-setting run in the amateur ranks by capturing his ninth AMA Amateur National Championship at the prestigious Loretta Lynn’s Dude Ranch. He accumulated a total of 67 amateur motocross national championships.

He got his first taste of professional motocross in 1996 when he earned the AMA Motocross Rookie of the Year award. His 15 Championships are a record as are his 150 career wins. He had two perfect seasons and is the only rider to go undefeated in the 125 SX series. He’s also been named AMA Rider of the year a record five times.

After accomplishing all there was on two wheels, he looked to four wheels for his newest challenge. He transitioned to stock car racing, competing in the ARCA Racing Series and NASCAR Camping World Truck Series between 2008 and 2011.  He secured multiple top-10 finishes before returning focus to motocross-related ventures.

Today, Carmichael remains active in the motocross industry, involving himself in track design, and commentating on super cross broadcasts. In 2021, he announced his partnership with Triumph Motorcycles in the development of their new off-road line.