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American Motorcyclist Association appoints Kevin Crowther as Director of Racing

Published on December 5, 2016 under AMA
American Motorcyclist Association appoints Kevin Crowther as Director of Racing
PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association has appointed Kevin Crowther as the association's director of racing. Crowther, who vacates the position of director of Supercross and pro racing relations, will oversee all AMA amateur and professional competition operations, including maintaining his management responsibilities with respect to AMA Supercross. "As the largest motorsports sanctioning body in the world, the AMA maintains a world-class racing program, and Kevin is well-qualified to help us meet and exceed that goal," said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman. "From the beginning, motorcycle racing in all its forms has been core to the AMA's mission.…
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The Motorcycle Safety Foundation Lowers the Price of its “Riding Straight – Marijuana Awareness” Host-An-Event Kit

Published on November 17, 2016 under Blog
The Motorcycle Safety Foundation Lowers the Price of its “Riding Straight – Marijuana Awareness” Host-An-Event Kit
• New lower price puts the Kit within reach of more motorcycle and automotive training professionals, public schools, and riding clubs • The Kit provides valuable lessons in a fun, interactive manner by simulating how marijuana can impair judgment and the application of riding skills • Course can be taught by anyone interested in leading a motorcyclist safety event IRVINE, CA Nov. 17, 2016 – The Motorcycle Safety Foundation, in cooperation with Innocorp, Ltd., has reduced the price of the Riding Straight – Marijuana Awareness Host-An-Event Kit. The Kit, part of MSF's Host-An-Event family of traffic safety-themed courses-in-a-box, is an…
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Museum Examines Prospect of Expanding Downtown, Meets with Stetson

Published on November 17, 2016 under Blog
Museum Examines Prospect of Expanding Downtown, Meets with Stetson
DeLand, FL - On the heels of celebrating its 65th year as a cultural arts organization, and 25 years in the facility at 600 N. Woodland Blvd., the Museum of Art – DeLand held recent discussions with Stetson University – a long time partner who has shared space with the Museum at this location for years. Dialogue resulted in an initiative to move forward in taking steps to assess the value of the building at 600 in preparation for a possible sale to Stetson, allowing the Museum to expand its presence in the downtown core proximal to its 100 N.…
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Jacob “Coby” Beaumont Celebration of Life

Published on November 15, 2016 under Blog
Jacob “Coby” Beaumont Celebration of Life
Jacob “Coby” “Iceman” Beaumont Team, We will be holding a “Celebration of Life” for our Beloved Team Leader, Brother, Son and Friend Jacob “Coby” “Iceman” Beaumont. Please join us today November 15, 6:30 p.m. at Tampa Harley-Davidson for a true Celebration of an Awesome Super Kick Ass Person’s life. ... Please bring all your Funny, Crazy, positive stories to share with his friends, family and Team Members about Coby. Food, Drinks and Photos will be available RIP Coby we miss you
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Bikers help Springsteen, Stranded on the side of the Road

Published on November 14, 2016 under Blog
Bikers help Springsteen, Stranded on the side of the Road
Nov. 13, 2016 FREEHOLD, N.J. (AP) — Coming across Bruce Springsteen on a broken down motorcycle on the side of the road could probably be a lyric from one of his songs, but it really happened for a group of guys from New Jersey. A group from the Freehold American Legion was riding after a Veterans Day event Friday when Dan Barkalow says he saw a stranded motorcyclist up ahead near Allaire State Park in Wall Township. "Bikers gotta stick together," Barkalow said. "I stopped to see if he needed help, and it was Bruce." Barkalow says they tried to…
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Bubbles, Baileys and Burlesque! at Harley-Davidson

Published on November 11, 2016 under Blog
Bubbles, Baileys and Burlesque! at Harley-Davidson
November 10, 2016—Panama City Beach, FL— Harley-Davidson’s got a luxurious holiday evening lined up for the ladies on Tuesday, December 6: Bubbles, Baileys and Burlesque! From 5 to 8pm this enchanting evening will include entertainment, a dynamic presentation, a unique holiday shopping experience, and lots of Christmas cheer! Starting at 5pm the dapper, tuxedoed Men of Harley will greet and pamper guests with cocktails and holiday treats. Ladies are encouraged to dress in roaring twenties attire, and as the evening unfolds they’ll be indulged in a Burlesque performance followed by an interactive and hilarious improve show by the Emerald Coast…
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American Motorcyclist Association Grateful for the U.S. Military on Veterans Day

Published on November 11, 2016 under AMA
American Motorcyclist Association Grateful for the U.S. Military on Veterans Day
PICKERINGTON, Ohio --The American Motorcyclist Association wishes to express its gratitude this Veterans Day, Nov. 11, to all U.S. veterans who have served this great nation, whether in times of war or peace. "It is appropriate to pause between the hectic election cycle that just concluded and the busy holiday season that is about to begin and take time to reflect on the great service and sacrifices of our military veterans, who ensure our freedom to enjoy all that this great nation offers," said Rob Dingman, AMA president and CEO. "We at the AMA extend our heartfelt gratitude to those…
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Florida Bikers Helping Florida Bikers Family Fun Fest

Published on November 9, 2016 under Blog
Florida Bikers Helping Florida Bikers Family Fun Fest
Florida Bikers Helping Florida Bikers also known as FBHFB is a non profit 501 (c) (3) organization designed to help its members when in need and other local charities. This is our 3rd annual Family Fun Fest & Toy Drive to be held December 4, 2016 from 2PM - 6PM at the Hudson Eagles located at 6840 Beach Blvd,Hudson, Fl 34667. Bring an unwrapped toy and receive a free door prize ticket for a very special basket. This is a family friendly event with family oriented games, a bounce house,crafts for the kids,a bake sale, a 10 class ride in…
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Meet the 2017 Zero Lineup

Published on November 8, 2016 under Blog
Meet the 2017 Zero Lineup
We’re excited to announce our most advanced, adrenaline pumping and longest traveling line of motorcycles ever. The 2017 Z-Force® powertrain delivers up to 19% more asphalt shredding torque and 11% more power. As a first for the industry, we now offer a production electric motorcycle capable of exceeding 200 miles in the city or 100 on the highway. Ride farther; we have you covered. Every 2017 model comes with a complimentary one-year AMA membership that includes roadside assistance, and Z-Force® power packs are now backed by a five-year, unlimited mileage warranty. Introducing the world’s best motorcycles for navigating the dense…
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Motovid.com and MOTO-D Racing Team up for Riding Performance in 2017

Published on November 8, 2016 under Blog
Motovid.com and MOTO-D Racing Team up for Riding Performance in 2017
To help riders improve performance each time they take the track, Motovid.com and MOTO-D Racing have teamed up for the 2017 season. Through this partnership, Motovid.com riders will have the entire catalog of MOTO-D Racing performance accessories such as Bonamici rearsets and case covers available for trackside delivery alongside "Try and Buy" rental opportunities for GPS lap timers, tire warmers and paddock stands when they register for any event in 2017. “We’ve been hearing great things about Motovid.com trackday events for a while and the sportbike community got us together because they saw great synergy. It was an immediate partnership…
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HINES AND KRAWIEC PREPARE HARLEY SCREAMIN’ EAGLE PRO STOCK DRAG BIKES FOR CHAMPIONSHIP BATTLE AT NHRA FINALS

Published on November 7, 2016 under Blog
HINES AND KRAWIEC PREPARE HARLEY SCREAMIN’ EAGLE PRO STOCK DRAG BIKES FOR CHAMPIONSHIP BATTLE AT NHRA FINALS
MILWAUKEE (Nov. 7, 2016) – For Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines riders Andrew Hines and Ed Krawiec, the 2016 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series has come down to the wire in a dead heat. After 15 events and 60 furious elimination rounds of competition, the teammates are tied for the Pro Stock Motorcycle points lead as they prepare their Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle competition motorcycles for the final race left on the schedule. Qualifying for the 52nd Annual Auto Club NHRA Finals at Auto Club Raceway in Pomona, California, begins Nov. 11 with the title of World Champion on the…
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Camping World in Bartow, Florida Honors Active-Duty Military and Veterans by Flying Vast American Flag

Published on November 7, 2016 under Blog
Camping World in Bartow, Florida Honors Active-Duty Military and Veterans by Flying Vast American Flag
 Flag raising ceremony will be held on November 12 and is open to the entire community November 7, 2016 (Lincolnshire, IL) – Camping World, the nation’s largest RV and outdoor retailer, and Good Sam, the world’s largest RV owners’ organization, today announced that they are continuing a tradition of honoring present and past members of our armed forces by installing a massive American flag at their Bartow, Florida RV SuperCenter. The 40x80’ flag which covers 3,200 square feet, will fly on a 130’ pole and is being installed as part of a project that Camping World and Good Sam began…
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Covering 47,385 Miles over 6 Continents in 72 days and 13 Hours

Published on November 7, 2016 under Blog
Covering 47,385 Miles over 6 Continents in 72 days and 13 Hours
We all enjoy taking a ride through unchartered countryside on a motorcycle road trip, but nobody goes for a ride quite like Swiss Endurance rider Urs “Grisu Grizzly” Pedraita. Grisu Grizzly is the first person who successfully crossed all countries along their longest axis - no other vehicle has ever reached this achievement – in an unbreakable time, only 72 days and 13 hours.   Joined by hundreds of Victory owners, Grizzly set off on his adventure from Daytona International Speedway on March 11, 2016 after a lap around the Daytona 200 road course. From Daytona Beach, he traveled 3,971…
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