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2019 HARLEY-DAVIDSON CVO MODELS SHOWCASE THE ULTIMATE IN MOTORCYCLING STYLE, TECHNOLOGY AND PERFORMANCE

New Premium Features, Finishes and Accessories for Three CVO Motorcycles   MILWAUKEE (August 21, 2018) Three 2019 Harley-Davidson® CVO™ models offer show-stopping finishes, advanced technology, exclusive components and attention to detail that borders on obsessive. The Harley-Davidson Custom Vehicle Operations™ program creates limited-production Harley-Davidson motorcycle models for the most-discerning customers, often using finishes, materials and accessories that are only available on a CVO model.   Three 2019 Harley-Davidson CVO models offer new features and finishes:   2019 CVO™ Limited For the rider who expects it all – luxury, performance, features and style. The CVO Limited model offers the ultimate in long-range touring comfort and…
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NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXDR 114 POURS ON PERFORMANCE

A Dynamic Power Cruiser Combines Milwaukee-Eight Muscle with Weight-Saving Aluminum and Composite Components   MILWAUKEE (August 21, 2018) The new Harley-Davidson® FXDR™ 114 motorcycle delivers moto-aggression with a technical edge. Like a drag racer crossed with a fighter jet, this unapologetic power cruiser brings a new level of all-out performance to the Harley-Davidson line-up. The FXDR 114 combines the unrelenting power of the Milwaukee-Eight® 114 engine with the liberal use of new weight-saving aluminum and composite components. Every aspect of handling and performance is amplified.   “This motorcycle is really a blast to ride,” said David Latz, Lead Product Manager at Harley-Davidson. “The FXDR 114…
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON DELIVERS BOLD MOTORCYCLE PERFORMANCE AND RIDE-ENHANCING TECHNOLOGY FOR 2019 

New Power Cruiser and Infotainment System Top a Full Slate of New Products    MILWAUKEE (August 21, 2018) The all-out performance of the new 2019 Harley-Davidson® FXDR™ 114 model sets the pace for Harley-Davidson's new 2019 motorcycles, accessories and gear that deliver fresh style, thrilling performance and advanced technology.   Less than a month after announcing plans for future product in new-to-the-brand categories and a commitment to advance its heavyweight Touring and Cruiser models, the Motor Company introduces a suite of new products that will continue to inspire people around the world to experience the exhilaration of riding a Harley-Davidson motorcycle.  …
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Stopping for School Bus Changes in Georgia

Summer is officially over for thousands of school kids. Now that school is back in session, drivers need to be alert for kids and buses on the roads. On July 1st, Governor Nathan Deal signed House Bill 978 into law. House Bill 978 helped set up automated speed traps in school zones, but in one paragraph it also amended the law for driver's passing school buses. Before, only a grass or concrete median meant drivers heading in the opposite direction didn't have to stop. Now, in addition to a median, if there's a turn lane present when a bus is…
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Jorge Lorenzo Powers to a Spectacular Victory at the Red Bull Ring

Andrea Dovizioso Finishes Third in the Austrian GP Jorge Lorenzo scored a splendid victory in the Austrian Grand Prix, round 11 of the MotoGP World Championship, which was held today at the Red Bull Ring circuit near Zeltweg in Styria. The rider from Mallorca, who started from the front row of the grid following yesterday’s third place in qualifying, opted to begin the race with ‘soft’ tyres both front and rear, and after leading over the line at the end of the opening lap, he was then passed by Marquez, whom he followed until lap 18 together with Dovizioso. After…
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FIFTH VICTORY FOR BAGNAIA IN AUSTRIA_MOTO2

Spielberg (Austria), August 12, 2018 - It was another incredible Sunday for Sky Racing Team VR46 the one that has just ended at the Austrian GP. Francesco Bagnaia and Luca Marini, in fact, give to the Team the second double podium of the year, the only teammates to have hit this result in 2018 in Moto2. After a difficult start, with a contact with Quartararo and a small gap to mend from Oliveira, Pecco manages to set his pace and, tenth by a tenth, he arrives behind the Portuguese. In a two-way battle until the checkered flag, Bagnaia wins thanks…
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BITTER SPIELBERG FOR THE SKY RACING TEAM VR46_MOTO3

An uphill race for Bulega and Foggia who cross the finish line respectively at the 23rd and 26th place. Spielberg (Austria), August 12, 2018 – With no points ends the weekend for the Sky Racing Team VR46 at Spielberg's Ring, which today hosted the Austrian GP. After a difficult race, Nicolò Bulega is 23rd under the checkered flag, while Dennis Foggia 26th. Started from the 22nd box of the grid, Nicolò did not find the feelings he was looking for on his KTM and immediately lost the contact with the strongest guys. After a good start, due to a contact…
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American Motorcyclist Association names 2018 AMA U.S. Motocross of Nations Team

Aaron Plessinger, Eli Tomac and Justin Barcia to represent the United States at FIM Motocross of Nations PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The United States will be represented by three of its fastest motocross racers when the Fédération Internationale de Motocylisme Motocross of Nations returns to American soil Oct. 6-7 at RedBud MX in Buchanan, Mich. The 2018 U.S. Motocross of Nations team includes 2018 AMA Supercross West 250SX Class champion Aaron Plessinger and AMA Supercross 450SX Class competitors Eli Tomac and Justin Barcia. "America has wanted the Motocross of Nations to be at RedBud MX for a very long time," AMA…
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Indian Motorcycle Clinches Second Consecutive AFT Twins Manufacturer’s Championship

  DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (August 9, 2018) – American Flat Track congratulates Indian Motorcycle for its second consecutive AFT Twins Manufacturer’s Championship in only its second year of AFT competition. Just as in 2017, Indian Motorcycle's 2018 campaign has been one of consistency and unrelenting performance. Indian Scout FTR750-mounted competitors amassed a points total of 300 coming off the Buffalo Chip round, with wins – and the 25 points that come with each victory – in all of the races so far this year. “This has been one of the most incredible seasons in professional flat track history, and we…
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The MotoAmerica Battles Continue At Sonoma Raceway

The Series Heads To Northern California For Round 7 COSTA MESA, CA (August 8, 2018) – Going into last year’s two MotoAmerica Motul Superbike races at Sonoma Raceway, the average margin of victory for the previous 12 races was just 1.03 seconds. Then Cameron Beaubier went and blew that number out of the water with his crushing victories in the two races by 6.44 and 7.22 seconds, respectively. That’s how dominant the Monster Energy/Yamalube/Yamaha Factory Racing-backed Beaubier was a year ago at what he considers one of his two home racetracks. And he needed to be because he came into…
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Tampa City Center to Host New Monthly Urban Street Fair

TAMPA, Fla. – On September 6, 2018, the Tampa Night Market will launch their first Urban Street Fair on the Esplanade at the Tampa City Center. The outdoor event will take place monthly on first Thursdays. Along with music and street performers, the event will bring in local artists, makers, crafters, and trendy fashion vendors. Entertainment and vendors will change monthly, making each event different. The Tampa Night Market is free and open to all ages. Information on monthly vendors, sponsors, and entertainers will be updated on the website monthly. Performers, artists, and makers seeking to feature their works should…
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American Flat Track Heads to the Fastest Half-Mile on the Circuit – the Harley-Davidson Black Hills Half-Mile presented by Law Tigers

  Photo Credit: Scott Hunter/American Flat Track STURGIS, S.D. (August 6, 2018) – If last night’s wildly exciting Buffalo Chip TT is any indication, tomorrow’s Harley-Davidson Black Hills Half-Mile presented by Law Tigers Motorcycle Lawyers could very well blow your riding boots right off your feet. In the AFT Twins presented by Vance & Hines division at the Chip, Jake Johnson (No. 5 Estenson Racing/McCandless Truck Center Indian Scout FTR750) shocked the world with a stunning victory over reigning AFT Twins champion Jared Mees (No. 1 Indian Motorcycle Rogers Racing SDI Scout FTR750) and perennial flat-track phenom Sammy Halbert (No.…
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Ducati Team scores a fantastic 1-2 victory at Brno

Andrea Dovizioso wins the Czech Grand Prix ahead of Jorge Lorenzo, second at the flag Both Ducati Team riders put in great performances today at the Automotodrom circuit near Brno, with Andrea Dovizioso celebrating his 100th GP for Ducati by winning the Czech Grand Prix ahead of his team-mate Jorge Lorenzo, who finished a close runner-up. The Italian rider, who started from pole position, led for 18 of the scheduled 21 laps, battling first with Rossi, then in the final stages holding off the attacks from his team-mate and Marquez and he crossed the finish-line in first place with an…
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DOUBLE PODIUM FOR THE SKY RACING TEAM VR46 AT BRNO_MOTO2

After yesterday's pole position and an incredible fight for the victory until the last corner, Luca Marini celebrates the second place. Third Pecco Bagnaia after a more complicated weekend than we expected.   BRNO (CZECH REP.), August 5, 2018 - At the GP of the Czech Republic, the Sky Racing Team VR46 hits the first double podium in its Moto2 history with Luca Marini second and Pecco Bagnaia third. Thanks to the excellent Teamwork in the initial stages of the race, the young riders of Sky VR46 are protagonists in the fight for the victory till the checkered flag. Marini,…
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TWELFTH PLACE FOR DENNIS FOGGIA AT BRNO_MOTO3

The young rookie of the Sky Racing Team VR46 impresses in the leading group, 19th Nicolò Bulega. Brno (Czech Republic), August 5, 2018 - Dennis Foggia closes the GP of the Czech Republic, on the historic Brno track, as a protagonist. Started from the 13th box of the grid, the rider of the Sky Racing Team VR46 immediately was into the group of the strongest guys and, overtaking after overtaking, reaches the head of the race. In first position for several laps, he is forced to give up some places in the final lap and crosses the finishing line in…
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Tune-In Alert! 2018 Buffalo Chip TT presented by Indian Motorcycle on FansChoice.tv

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (August 3, 2018) - Attention American Flat Track fans: The Buffalo Chip TT presented by Indian Motorcycle happens in two days, Sunday, August 5, with live stream practice-to-Main Event coverage beginning at 2:00 pm MT (4:00 pm ET) on FansChoice.tv.   Don't miss the action from the most unique motorcycle racing venue on earth - the Buffalo Chip Amphitheater. AFT National Championship racing action runs from early afternoon until approximately 9:00 pm MT, when the racetrack morphs back into a concert venue for a rock show featuring Theory of a Deadman, who take the stage at approximately 10:30…
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