{"id":92327,"date":"2024-04-11T16:18:25","date_gmt":"2024-04-11T16:18:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/racepages.com\/Videos\/drag-racing\/uncategorized\/xda-racers-ready-to-eclipse-competition-at-2024-season-opener\/"},"modified":"2024-04-11T16:18:25","modified_gmt":"2024-04-11T16:18:25","slug":"xda-racers-ready-to-eclipse-competition-at-2024-season-opener","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/racepages.com\/Videos\/drag-racing\/uncategorized\/xda-racers-ready-to-eclipse-competition-at-2024-season-opener\/","title":{"rendered":"XDA Racers Ready to Eclipse Competition at 2024 Season Opener"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Set to unfold April 19-21 at the renowned Maryland International Raceway (MIR), The Xtreme<br \/>\nDragbike Association (XDA) is on the throttle, accelerating into the 2024 motorcycle drag racing<br \/>\nseason. The season opener is poised to kick off another unforgettable year of drag racing<br \/>\nentertainment with the iconic 30th annual Platinum General Services Spring Nationals<br \/>\n&amp;quot;We&#039;re very excited about the 2024 season, said Jason Miller, Promoter of XDA. Our lineup of<br \/>\nevents promises to raise the bar even higher, with strong competition and unforgettable<br \/>\nmoments on and off the track. The XDA is more than just a series of races; it&#039;s a community.<br \/>\nThe camaraderie among riders and fans alike is truly something special, and it&#039;s what keeps us<br \/>\ngrowing year after year.&amp;quot;<br \/>\nWith over 700 Professional, Sportsman, and Grudge motorcycle racers expected to compete at<br \/>\nevery event throughout the season, fans can look forward to witnessing some of the best riders<br \/>\nin the sport battle it out for glory. And with cash purses totaling over $90,000 at each event, the<br \/>\nstakes are high.<br \/>\n2024 Class Line-Up:<br \/>\nOrient Express Pro Street<br \/>\nDME Racing Real Street<br \/>\nMaxxECU Pro Xtreme<br \/>\nHTP Performance Super Stock<br \/>\nVance &amp;amp; Hines 4.60 Index<br \/>\nHTP Performance Grudge<br \/>\nBoosted Bulls<br \/>\nNitrous Bulls<br \/>\n3 Sixty 5 Transport Monster Bulls<br \/>\nTommie&#039;s Motorsports DMV Bulls<br \/>\nAll Motor Bulls<br \/>\n1 Stop Speed 5.60 Index<br \/>\nMickey Thompson Tires Top Sportsman<br \/>\nMPS Racing Pro ET<br \/>\nBrock\u2019s Performance Street ET<br \/>\nVooDoo Components Bracket Bash<br \/>\nHard Times Parts &amp;amp; Service Gambler\u2019s Race<\/p>\n<p>Orient Express Racing Pro Street<br \/>\nThe Orient Express Pro Street class stands at the pinnacle of street tire motorcycle racing,<br \/>\nshowcasing an elite lineup of the world&#039;s most formidable machines. In this class, raw power<br \/>\nmeets precision engineering, with motorcycles that boast upwards of 650 horsepower. These<br \/>\nturbocharged, supercharged, and nitrous-injected marvels of speed hurtle down the quarter<br \/>\nmile in an electrifying 6 seconds, often surpassing speeds of 230mph.<br \/>\nWith more than twenty established competitors listed on the pre-event roll call, the XDA is the<br \/>\nultimate arena for these high-caliber racers poised to battle for supremacy. They are not just<br \/>\nracing against each other; they are pushing the boundaries of what&#039;s possible on two wheels.<br \/>\nAs intense as the action on the track is, the rivalry continues after the shutdown. Last season<br \/>\nconcluded with several contenders feeling the sting of near-misses and unresolved quests for<br \/>\npoints. With stakes extending beyond the XDA championship, racers are also vying for the<br \/>\nprestigious World Cup Finals invitation, reserved only for the top ten finishers. With the<br \/>\nseason\u2019s expansion back to six events, the competitors are laser-focused, knowing that every<br \/>\nrace and every point counts.<br \/>\nDME Racing Real Street<br \/>\nDME Racing Real Street is set to roar into the season with a thunderous lineup of 7-second,<br \/>\n190mph powerhouses. With the class expanding its reach, this year promises even more<br \/>\nexcitement, boasting an impressive roster of fifteen riders for the season-opener.<br \/>\nAfter XDA&#039;s introduction of crossover rules at the end of the previous season, the competition<br \/>\nheats up as active AHDRA Extreme Outlaw and AMRA Outlaw Street racers bring their nitrous<br \/>\nassisted 7-second V-Twin motorcycles into the fray. Among them, Gregg Dahl and Mike Motto<br \/>\nstand ready to elevate the intensity of the DME Racing Real Street class in next weekend&#039;s<br \/>\nshowdown.<br \/>\nBe there to see fresh talent take on the established names as they thunder down the quarter<br \/>\nmile. With high stakes for both prize money and racing prestige, each competitor is set to make<br \/>\ntheir mark. Come and experience the rush firsthand\u2014join us next weekend at MIR to be a part<br \/>\nof the exhilarating world of high-speed racing.<br \/>\nMaxxECU Pro Xtreme<br \/>\nMaxxECU Pro Xtreme returns, bringing the 1\/8 mile heads-up class to the forefront with the<br \/>\nheavy hitters of racing: Turbocharged, Supercharged, and Nitrous-Injected machines equipped<br \/>\nwith big tires and wheelie bars for maximum performance. Six top-tier contenders are primed<br \/>\nfor the challenge, fueling the excitement as the countdown to competition begins.<br \/>\nInsert image: 2024_0411_xda_px_chris_cutsinger_dale_leeks.jpg<\/p>\n<p>The raw power resonates not just on the track but in the pulse of the fans. The roar of these big<br \/>\nengines and the rush of acceleration combine to create a charged atmosphere. These racers will<br \/>\nchase down the 660-foot mark, showcasing a blend of brute force and precise execution.<br \/>\nWitness firsthand the exhilarating power-play that is the heart of MaxxECU Pro Xtreme.<br \/>\nMaxxECU Pro Xtreme is presented by Billy Vose Racing, Fast by Gast, DME Racing, Dunigan<br \/>\nRacing, Grothus Dragbikes, Harley Haul, Rob Bush Motorsports, Robinson Industries, Schnitz<br \/>\nRacing, Timblin Chassis, and Worldwide Bearings.<br \/>\nHTP Performance Super Stock<br \/>\nPrepare for the return of the gritty and exhilarating HTP Performance Super Stock class as it<br \/>\nenters its fifth year. This fiercely competitive arena is reserved for the purists of motorcycle<br \/>\nracing, where stock wheelbase, naturally aspirated production machines reign supreme.<br \/>\nIn this unforgiving battleground, true hand clutch riders showcase their mastery and finesse,<br \/>\nrelying solely on their skill to achieve a flawless controlled launch. There&#039;s no room for<br \/>\nelectronic aids or gimmicks here \u2013 it&#039;s all about the rider&#039;s prowess and precision.<br \/>\nStringent regulations govern modifications, setting the stage for a showdown of pure riding<br \/>\ntalent. Limitations include stock motors, MR12-spec fuel, and the prohibition of air shifters and<br \/>\ndataloggers, etc. Prepare to witness the raw substance of motorcycle racing as these riders<br \/>\npush themselves to the limit, demonstrating unparalleled skill and determination on every<br \/>\nthrow of the clutch. Don&#039;t miss the opportunity to witness the unadulterated action where true<br \/>\nriding skills take center stage.<br \/>\nVance &amp;amp; Hines 4.60<br \/>\nSince its inception by the XDA in 2013, the Vance &amp;amp; Hines 4.60 index has ascended to<br \/>\nprominence, captivating fans nationwide with its blistering pace and tightly contested finishes.<br \/>\nRecognized as the world\u2019s fastest 1\/8th-mile sportsman index class, it consistently delivers four-<br \/>\nsecond thrills over 660 feet, combining the precision of index racing with the sheer velocity of<br \/>\ndrag racing&#039;s finest.<br \/>\nThe class continues to surge in popularity, drawing a diverse group of top-tier competitors and<br \/>\na dedicated fan base. As these adept riders line up at the starting beams, they not only chase<br \/>\nafter the adrenaline of a sub-five-second pass but also vie for dominance in a class where every<br \/>\nfraction of a second counts. The Vance &amp;amp; Hines 4.60 index class remains a testament to the skill<br \/>\nand passion driving motorcycle drag racing.<br \/>\nSaturday<br \/>\nJoin us on the big stage Saturday to celebrate the triumphs of the 2023 XDA Champions and the<br \/>\nTop Ten riders in each class. Experience the excitement first-hand and seize your chance to win<\/p>\n<p>a share of $1,000 in cash prizes, courtesy of Platinum General Services and Ralphie Navarro.<br \/>\nThis ceremony isn&#039;t just an homage to last season&#039;s victors\u2014it&#039;s your opportunity to be part of<br \/>\nthe victory lap!<br \/>\nAs dusk falls Saturday night, the atmosphere at the XDA heats up with the &amp;quot;Running of the<br \/>\nBulls&amp;quot; and HTP Performance Afterdark Underground Grudge &amp;amp; Pros program, scheduled from<br \/>\n4pm to 11pm. The scoreboards might be dark, but the air is charged with competition as racers<br \/>\nexchange barbs and the anticipation of the crowd builds.<br \/>\nXDA stands out as the battleground for the elite in grudge racing \u2014 where the thrill isn&#039;t just in<br \/>\nthe speed but also in the skill of commanding the strip without a time to define it. Expect raw,<br \/>\nunbridled racing as top contenders lay down their fastest runs on a #KillerMiller track primed<br \/>\nfor peak performance.<br \/>\nSportsman<br \/>\nThe XDA&#039;s dynamic racing lineup extends well beyond the headline-grabbing classes with<br \/>\ncompetitions in SIX diverse sportsman categories. These include the precision-driven 1 Stop<br \/>\nSpeed 5.60 Index, the high-stakes Mickey Thompson Tires Top Sportsman, the strategic VooDoo<br \/>\nComponents Bracket Bash, the skill-centric MPS Racing Pro ET, and the ever-popular Brock&#039;s<br \/>\nPerformance Street ET. Additionally, the adrenaline-infused Friday night Hard Times Parts &amp;amp;<br \/>\nService Gambler&#039;s race promises edge-of-your-seat excitement.<br \/>\nMake plans now to come out and watch or, better yet, race with us on April 19-21 for another<br \/>\nseason of the most competitive motorcycle drag racing you can find in the country. And it all<br \/>\nbegins at the legendary Maryland International Raceway.<br \/>\nClass Entry List and Resources<br \/>\nXDA prides itself on having a close-knit group of racers. Below, you will find a list of racers<br \/>\nattending this event and links to class-specific groups where you can talk to other racers and<br \/>\nget your questions answered. Together, we are strong.<br \/>\n\uf0b7 XDA Racers \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/3feasis\">https:\/\/bit.ly\/3feasis<\/a><br \/>\n\uf0b7 Pro Street \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/3fgZx7D\">https:\/\/bit.ly\/3fgZx7D<\/a><br \/>\n\uf0b7 Real Street \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/3hmHvm8\">https:\/\/bit.ly\/3hmHvm8<\/a><br \/>\n\uf0b7 Pro Xtreme \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/30AsBmu\">https:\/\/bit.ly\/30AsBmu<\/a><br \/>\n\uf0b7 4.60 Index \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/2UADKA6\">https:\/\/bit.ly\/2UADKA6<\/a><br \/>\n\uf0b7 Super Stock \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/3hlXsZN\">https:\/\/bit.ly\/3hlXsZN<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.xdaracing.com\/\">www.xdaracing.com<\/a> for event information, class rules, payouts, entry fees, schedule,<br \/>\nand more.<\/p>\n<p>About XDA Racing<\/p>\n<p>The Xtreme Dragbike Association (XDA) is an east coast motorcycle drag racing series with 700+<br \/>\nmotorcycle racers competing at each event. Every XDA event hosts professional classes,<br \/>\nsportsman classes, grudge racing and a vendor midway. Lifestyle activities such as bike shows,<br \/>\nbikini contests, DJ and live bands are also held at select events. For more information on the<br \/>\nXDA, please visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.xdaracing.com\/\">www.xdaracing.com<\/a> or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and<br \/>\nYouTube @xdaracing<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.draglist.com\/2024\/04\/11\/xda-racers-ready-to-eclipse-competition-at-2024-season-opener\/2024_0411_xda_header\/\"><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.draglist.com\/2024\/04\/11\/xda-racers-ready-to-eclipse-competition-at-2024-season-opener\/2024_0411_xda_sportsman\/\"><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.draglist.com\/2024\/04\/11\/xda-racers-ready-to-eclipse-competition-at-2024-season-opener\/2024_0411_xda_ss_jimmy_leach\/\"><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.draglist.com\/2024\/04\/11\/xda-racers-ready-to-eclipse-competition-at-2024-season-opener\/2024_0411_xda_px_chris_cutsinger_dale_leeks\/\"><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.draglist.com\/2024\/04\/11\/xda-racers-ready-to-eclipse-competition-at-2024-season-opener\/2024_0411_xda_rst_drae_taylor\/\"><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.draglist.com\/2024\/04\/11\/xda-racers-ready-to-eclipse-competition-at-2024-season-opener\/2024_0411_xda_pst_brad_christian_jayson_geerman\/\"><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.draglist.com\/2024\/04\/11\/xda-racers-ready-to-eclipse-competition-at-2024-season-opener\/2024_0411_xda_grudge_lavar_delee_high_roller\/\"><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.draglist.com\/2024\/04\/11\/xda-racers-ready-to-eclipse-competition-at-2024-season-opener\/2024_0411_xda_460_mac_mcadams\/\"><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.draglist.com\/2024\/04\/11\/xda-racers-ready-to-eclipse-competition-at-2024-season-opener\/logo_xda-8\/\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"ctx-module-container ctx_default_placement ctx-clearfix\"><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"ctx-article-root\"><!-- --><\/span><\/p>\n<p>The post <a href=\"https:\/\/www.draglist.com\/2024\/04\/11\/xda-racers-ready-to-eclipse-competition-at-2024-season-opener\/\">XDA Racers Ready to Eclipse Competition at 2024 Season Opener<\/a> appeared first on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.draglist.com\/\">Drag Racing List<\/a>.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Set to unfold April 19-21 at the renowned Maryland International Raceway (MIR), The Xtreme Dragbike Association (XDA) is on the throttle, accelerating into the 2024 motorcycle drag racing season. 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