It’s been revealed that ever-popular veteran Kevin Windham will continue competing in the 2011 AMA Motocross Championship with the factory Honda team at select events.

Windham had originally planned to complete his fill-in role after the return of Josh Grant at Budds Creek, but after posting solid results, including a strong fourth-place finish last weekend, Windham has decided to race additional rounds.

“I’ve had a great time riding motocross this season,” said Windham. “It’s been so much fun, I’m going to race at least a few more rounds. The fans have played a big role in my decision. The crowd support at each race has been kind of overwhelming.

“I can hear them cheering me on all around the track and so many people come by the transporter to see me and talk with me that I’m just amazed. I’m really enjoying the racing and everything else at the track.

“I feel like I have good momentum going into Colorado after finishing just shy of the podium last weekend at Budds Creek.”

American Honda regular Trey Canard has just begun training and riding once more, and is working on making his return to racing as soon as possible.