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Results Archive. Full Results. Full Schedule. And with that Lechien picked up a stock Yamaha YZ from a dealership, got Pro Circuit to do some motor work and went to San Diego to try his best against the best riders in the world on full works bikes. And it was no contest!

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Lechien grabbed the holeshot in the main event and checked out. The number 18 Yamaha was on another level on this night and in front of his family and friends, Lechien went unchallenged to win a race that might not have counted in the official AMA record books, but counted more than anyone could realize to the kid. Lechien moved up to the class, despite his relatively young age, and, while he won a few races, his lack of experience showed.

But there were also flashes of brilliance. In his first U. He was quickly picked up by Kawasaki, where he would spend the next four seasons, winning multiple AMA Supercross races and outdoor nationals.

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It was mind-boggling to me that it was so easy to win that race. I guess it was always like that for me. All of my best races were when I felt like it was so easy to win. Despite some ups and downs in his personal life, Ron Lechien remains one of the most charismatic figures in American motocross history. Please subscribe or login to view this exclusive content.