Jeff Stanton
Jeffrey Eric Stanton aka SIX TIME (born June 18, 1968) is an American former professional motocross racer.[1] He competed in the AMA Motocross Championships from 1987 to 1994. He is a three-time AMA 250cc Motocross and Supercross national champion], winning the titles in 1989, 1990 and 1992.[1][2]
| Jeff Stanton | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | American |
| Born | June 18, 1968 (age 55) Coldwater, Michigan |
| Motocross career | |
| Years active | 1987 - 1994 |
| Teams | Yamaha,Honda |
| Championships | AMA 250cc - 1989, 1990, 1992AMA 250cc supercross - 1989, 1990, 1992 |
| Wins | 37 |
Biography edit
Jeff Stanton was born in Coldwater, Michigan to Erwin and Mary Stanton. Jeff married Sara Knowles in 1992 and they had a daughter, Siana, in 1996 and a son, Toren, in 1999.
Racing Career edit
Stanton rode for Honda for the better part of his career, earning all of his championships with them. Before joining team Honda in 1989, he rode for Yamaha during much of his amateur career and in his first two years as a professional.
Jeff made his professional debut on August 24, 1986 at the Washougal Outdoor National in the 500cc class. Aboard a Yamaha YZ490 he finished 7th overall with 10 - 6 moto finishes.
| 250 SX | 250 MX | 500 MX | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | 10th | 5th | 2nd |
| 1988 | 10th | 4th | 3rd |
| 1989 | 1st | 1st | 2nd |
| 1990 | 1st | 1st | 2nd |
| 1991 | 3rd | 2nd | 3rd |
| 1992 | 1st | 1st | 2nd |
| 1993 | 3rd | 6th | 2nd |
| 1994 | 6th | 6th | - |
| 250 SX | 250 MX | 500 MX | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | 5 | 5 | 1 |
| 1990 | 4 | 1 | 4 |
| 1991 | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| 1992 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| 1993 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1994 | 0 | 0 | - |
Stanton won the prestigious Daytona Supercross 4 years in a row, from 1989 - 1992, earning him the nickname "Duke of Daytona" at the time.
Stanton retired from professional motocross in 1994.[1]
In 2000 he was inducted into the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame.[1]
Following his retirement, Jeff Stanton worked with American Honda as a consultant where he trained the factory riders until he was laid off when the motorcycle industry went through a downturn. He also trained Justin Barcia on private contract from 2012 to 2014. Stanton remains active on the family farm that he grew up on and continues to ride in local races with his son.
Sponsors edit
Helmet - Arai (87-94)
Goggles - Scott (87-94)
Gear - HiPoint (87-88) , Hondaline/TX-10 (89-90), AXO (91-94)
Boots - HiPoint/Alpinestars (87-91), AXO (92-94)
Major Career Titles and Accomplishments edit
1985 -Florida Winter AM 250cc Champion -Florida Winter AM 500cc Champion -NMA 250cc Amateur Champion -NMA 500cc Amateur Champion -AMA 250cc Amateur Champion -AMA 500cc Amateur Champion
1986 -CMC 250 Trans-Cal Champion -CMC 500 Trans-Cal Champion
1987 -AMA Pro Rookie of the Year
1989 -AMA 250 Supercross Champion -AMA 250 National Motocross Champion -Team USA Motocross des Nations (MXDN) Championship Team Member -Mickey Thompson Award of Excellence
1990 -AMA 250 Supercross Champion -AMA 250 National Motocross Champion -Team USA MXDN Championship Team Member -AMA Pro Athlete of the Year. -FIM Masters of Motocross Series Champion
1991 -Team USA MXDN Championship Team Member
1992 -AMA 250 Supercross Champion -AMA 250 National Motocross Champion -World Supercross Champion
1994 -Retired at end of Season to become Team Honda Consultant
2000 -Inducted into Motorcycle Hall of Fame
2002 -Inducted into Red Bud Track & Trail Hall of Fame
2006 -Inducted into Daytona International Speedway Hall of Fame -Red Bud Grass Race - XR single shock class winner -Red Bud Grass Race - XR dual shock class winner
2008 -Mickey Thompson Award of Excellence
References edit
External links edit
- Jeff Stanton at the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame