![]() ![]() Of course, most fans recognize Stewart as #7, and he even created a gear line (Seven) with his number. ![]() Stewart wore #259 from 2002 through 2005 and switched to number 7 prior to the start of the 2006 season. Those shoes-or should we say boots-of course belong to James Stewart. “I’ve been thinking about #7, but it’s some big shoes to fill,” he said. In the post-race press conference at Budds Creek, where he wrapped up his first career Pro Motocross title, Plessinger hinted that he would take #7 if given the opportunity. Aaron Plessinger joined those ranks this year with his 250 AMA Motocross title. Riders that earn an AMA National Championship are eligible for single-digit numbers. Peick and Sexton made the cut for the first time this year. To earn a career number, a rider must score in the top ten in combined overall points in one season of racing. Note: Austin Forkner (#24) was the first rider not to earn a career number and passed on #13. Osborne and Plessinger combined to win all three titles in 2018. Note: With Plessinger and Osborne scheduled to move to the 450 class in 2019, there will be no #1 in the 250 class next year. For now, let's look at what's new for next year. The AMA have announced the 2019 numbers for supercross and motocross, which we'll get a glimpse at during the Monster Energy Cup next month. ![]()
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