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Forrest Minchinton Shapes Surfboards in the Desert, and the Desert Shapes Him

Forrest Minchinton Shapes Surfboards in the Desert, and the Desert Shapes Him Words by Nathan Myers Photos by Harry Mark, Aaron Brimhall & Drew Martin   “At first I was just shaping surfboards to pay for motorcycles,” explains Forrest Minchinton. He elaborates, “Way out in the desert, somehow that made perfect sense.” The road to Johnson Valley high desert passes through a few small towns. Smaller and smaller, until there’s just one store. And it’s closed. There are a few homes outside of town … then a few abandoned trailers … then nothing at all. Beyond that, there’s the place…
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POSITIVE BALANCE FOR THE LAST IRTA TEST IN JEREZ. THE SKY RACING TEAM VR46 IS READY FOR QATAR GP

The 2018 pre-season ended in Andalusia. Bagnaia and Marini close to the fastest in Moto2 and are ready for their debut in Doha. At work also Bulega and Foggia in Moto3 for reducing the distances from the Top guys. Jerez de la Frontera, March 8, 2018 - Just one week to the start of the new season on the Doha track in Qatar, the pre-season season ends for the Sky Racing Team VR46 in Jerez de la Frontera. Checkered flag on the last official IRTA test of the 2018 with Bagnaia and Marini, both close to the most competitive in the…
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Happy International Women’s Day Ladies!

Happy International Women's Day Ladies!
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NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON FORTY-EIGHT SPECIAL AND IRON 1200 SPORTSTERS FUSE THROW-BACK DESIGN WITH MODERN PERFORMANCE

High Handlebars, Cool Graphics, and Garage-Built Attitude MILWAUKEE – Harley-Davidson adds to the long legacy of its Sportster motorcycle line with the introduction of the Iron 1200 and Forty-Eight Special models. The latest in a line of 100 high-impact motorcycles the company plans to introduce by 2027, these new high-bar Sportsters combine throw-back styling trends from the custom-bike scene with the solid foundation of the Sportster platform and the punchy performance of the Evolution 1200 V-Twin engine. Since its introduction in 1957, Sportster motorcycles have been repeatedly reimagined, in the hands of both the Motor Company and bike owners: The…
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2018 Daytona 200 Marks 77th Running of the Event

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The 77th running of the iconic American Motorcyclist Association-sanctioned Daytona 200 road race at Daytona International Speedway on March 17 will feature intense competition on the track, as well as a fan walk and autograph session before racing gets underway. First run in 1937 on a makeshift 4.2-mile road/beach circuit, the Daytona 200 has evolved into a 200-mile, 57-lap bar-banging battle between professional and amateur road racers. "These riders will be navigating the twists, turns and steep banking of Daytona International Speedway's 3.51-mile road course, reaching speeds of up to 180 mph," said AMA Track Racing Manager…
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The Far Side of the World: Motorbikes in Indonesia

The Far Side of the World: Motorbikes in Indonesia Photos by Rob Brooks & Shayne Russell My wife and I enjoyed a 12-day trip to Indonesia this past year. I've made the trip several times in recent years with a non-profit I help manage, 127 Legacy Foundation, and have always been fascinated with the culture of motorcycles over there. Some interesting observations from our trip abroad: The largest displacement engine I’ve ever found in Indonesia was 250cc. It's an interesting contrast to the US, where, aside from scooters, a 250 is about the smallest you'll find. The rider always wears…
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The Lonely Scooter

Traveling around the world, I have become more appreciative of the lonely scooter. I have always owned motorcycles for my pleasure and a means for traveling to new destinations and to be with fellow motorcyclists. How often do you see a family of six riding on a Fatboy? On a scooter, It is a common sight in countries like Vietnam Nam, Cambodia and most Indonesian and Malaysian cities. It is a necessity, not for fun … most families will never own a car. There are over 30 million scooters registered in Vietnam Nam and only 2 million cars. I have…
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2018 Official MotoGP Testing in Qatar gets Underway with Andrea Dovizioso Second and Jorge Lorenzo Fifth after Day 1 at the Losail Circuit

The first day of testing at the Losail International Circuit in Qatar came to an end at 9 pm this evening (19.00 CET). The MotoGP riders took to the track at 1 pm for a single session of eight hours, which finished under the floodlights that will also illuminate the circuit on the outskirts of Doha on Sunday 18th March for the opening round of the 2018 MotoGP World Championship. Both Ducati Team riders made the most of today’s session to carry out back-to-back tests with the different aerodynamic configurations at their disposal and to test some new parts on…
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1983 FXDG Wille G Special

For Sale: 1983 FXDG Wille G Special. Very Rare only 810 produced. Engine rebuilt with about 450 miles, by Dan at Iron Horse Cyles in Decatur. New Crane 4 ignition system installed by Dan also. Any original parts ( outer primary, seat, chain guard, pipes, original air cleaner and other misc parts) go with bike. Good bike, needs new home. Asking $9250.00 Call Phil at 256-701-2049  
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Terry Longpre March 1, 2018

American Patriot’s Sadly, once again a school was attacked by a deranged individual. The Second Amendment is not the problem, those who kill others are the problem. People say guns kill, which is a fact. A weapon will not kill by itself, it is the person with their finger on the trigger which makes the decision to kill. My parents had the first sporting goods store in Manatee County selling hundreds upon hundreds of weapons and I have had a weapon since I was six years old. I spent four years in the military and twenty-seven years in law enforcement…
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON INVESTS IN ALTA MOTORS; COMPANIES WILL COLLABORATE ON FUTURE ELECTRIC MOTORCYCLE PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT

Collaboration Will Advance Application of EV Motorcycle Technology and Expand Electric Motorcycle Marketplace Combining Instant Torque and Quick Acceleration with Intuitive and Dynamic Motorcycle Design MILWAUKEE (March 1, 2018) – Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE: HOG) announced today that it has made an equity investment in Alta Motors, a leader and innovator in lightweight electric vehicles, and that the two companies will collaborate on electric motorcycle technology and new product development. “Earlier this year, as part of our 10-year strategy, we reiterated our commitment to build the next generation of Harley-Davidson riders, in part, by aggressively investing in electric vehicle (EV) technology,”…
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Kick Off Daytona Bike Week with Rinehart Racing

Arden, NC - March 1, 2018 - Rinehart Racing® is preparing to make their presence heard at the 77th Bike Week in Daytona Beach, Florida. Rinehart Racing will be in the midst of the action all week long to equip riders with American pipes for their American bikes. Rinehart Racing’s Bike Week headquarters will be at Bruce Rossmeyer’s Destination Daytona®, where the Rinehart rig will be setup and open for business from March 7th through March 18th. Harley-Davidson® and Indian® riders are invited to visit the Rinehart rig and experience the legendary Rinehart Racing sound firsthand.   “Choosing an aftermarket…
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Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association Chapters (34-3)

Hello, fellow bikers! I am the PR officer for one of the four Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association chapters (34-3) here in SC. In case you didn’t know we are in all fifty states plus overseas in South Korea and Germany with over about 10k members. We are nonprofit and our mission is to help eradicate Vet homelessness ( for 34-3 that means here in Myrtle Beach, SC. We have a number events throughout the year and I was wondering if I/we keep you informed of our events that perhaps you can send a reporter our way in order to further…
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON ANNOUNCES 115TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION PLANS

Ride into Milwaukee on Labor Day Weekend for the Motorcycle Party of the Year MILWAUKEE (February 27, 2018) Milwaukee will be the center of the motorcycle universe over Labor Day weekend when Harley-Davidson riders and fans gather for the culmination of a year-long celebration of 115 years of riding freedom and the city’s most-iconic brand. Plans for the Harley-Davidson® 115th Anniversary Milwaukee Celebration, set for August 29 – September 2, include new venues, first-ever motorcycle racing and an unmatched taste of moto-culture. “Harley-Davidson is gearing up to celebrate 115 years of the world’s best motorcycles here in Milwaukee,” said Bill…
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THE WORK CONTINUES FOR THE SKY RACING TEAM VR46 IN VALENCIA

Due to weather conditions, the last day of testing has been canceled. Valencia - February 27, 2018 – Ended before the scheduled date for the second testing session of 2018 for the Sky Racing Team VR46. After a very busy Day1, Pecco Bagnaia, Luca Marini, Nicolò Bulega and Dennis Foggia were forced into the garage due to the weather conditions and the low temperatures. In Moto2, positive feedbacks from Bagnaia and Marini at work to test the new material from Kalex and Ohlins. Satisfied with the progress made between the morning and afternoon session, both have been close to the strongest…
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American Flat Track Moves to Weekend Programming as part of New Multi-Year TV Broadcast Deal with NBCSN

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (February 27, 2018) – American Flat Track, the world’s fastest growing motorcycle sport, is proud to announce a multi-year renewal with NBCSN and a move to highly-coveted, weekend afternoon programming slots within two weeks of each event. AFT posted strong viewership numbers in its inaugural season on NBCSN and reached nearly two million viewers last year. With a weekly programming schedule, the sport gathered a loyal fanbase that tuned in to NBCSN’s primetime motorsports block every Thursday night. This season, AFT’s one-hour, tape-delayed telecasts will premiere on weekend afternoons on NBCSN, often directly following or preceding the…
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