His luck in the amateurs did not follow him into the professional racing circuit, however, and though he is considered one of the best riders ever, he has never won a National Championship. Instead, he has consistently placed second. He has won a ridiculous number of major races, however, and has a massive fan base, as well as a Hot Wheels figure. He currently races for Geico Powersports Honda, and 2012 was his 19th season as a pro racer.