One of the most influential riders in the growth and advancement of modern freestyle motocross is “Mad” Mike Jones, who resides in Southwestern Pennsylvania.
As for his career accomplishments, it’s hard to know where to begin. Mike got his start in motocross racing and had a very successful career, which included a 1989 World Supercross Championship. He has been sponsored by several teams throughout his career and also has several arenacross wins on his resume. And coincidentally, inside the arenas is where Mike got his start in freestyle, as he would participate in the halftime freestyle shows. As he neared the end of his racing career, being a showman seemed to better suit his style.
Mike also has several X Games medals, including the gold in the 2001 Winter X Games. He is in several freestyle videos and enjoys spending time at home with his wife and daughter.
What are your career championships? Mike is 7th on the IFMA's all time win list with 13 wins Five in 2000 and a wicked eight in 2001.
ABOUT 'MAD' MIKE
Mike Jones is considered one of the founding fathers of the sport of freestyle motocross. Since the sports' innovation Mike Jones has been developing new tricks and helped the sport grow into the phenomena you see today. Mikes' unique style and charisma continue to keep him as one of the sports premier attractions. Mike won 2001 Winter X Gold when he unveiled his "Kiss of Death" which has become a staple in any riders trick bag. Mike has also achieved success on the Supercross circuit as he was crowned World Champion in 1989.
FUN FACTS
I drive a BMW 330IC
If I could buy any car, I would get Ferarri
I got into riding just by jumping on a bike
Best Riding Moment Winning 2001 Winter X-Games Gold Medal
Besides Motocross, my next favorite sport is hockey
Hardest thing about being a rider traveling
Best thing about being a rider having fun
Accomplishments 2002 2nd Place Winter X Games 2001 1st Place Winter X Games 1989 World SuperCross Champion
Favorite Band Punk - Rock, Puddle of Mudd
The Food I can't Live Without Is pizza
Favorite Brand of Clothes Answer
Favorite Movie Happy Gilmore
Favorite Actor/Actress Jim Carey
Favorite Color orange
If I could date a supermodel, I'd date don't care
What's buried in my closet right now? nothing
The scariest thing on my medical chart is 2 plates, 6 screws and a wire in my neck (broken neck)
My worst nightmare is I don't have them.
The word or phrase I overuse "Beeoch"
My career goal for the next 3 years To have fun and please the fans.
