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HARLEY-DAVIDSON RENTALS KICKS WEBSITE INTO HIGH GEAR

Motorcycle Reservations Now Easier to Book  MILWAUKEE (Nov. 4, 2013) – Winter is long and miserable when your bike is stuck in the garage, but a Harley-Davidson® Authorized Rental can keep the wind in your face year-round with dealers located in popular hot spots like Hawaii, Las Vegas, Florida and Jamaica. On the newly enhanced h-d.com/rentals website, keeping the ride alive is only a few mouse clicks away.   The improved Harley-Davidson® Authorized Rentals booking site provides customers a streamlined web experience that makes escaping on a Harley-Davidson® motorcycle easier than ever, and its mobile-compatibility makes finding an Authorized Rentals…
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MILITARY & MOTORCYCLES_NOVEMBER 1, 2013

Congressman C.W. Bill Young Bill Young was born in Harmarville, Pennsylvania, on December 16, 1930 and moved to Florida at the age of 15 along with his Mother and brother. Bill devoted his life to public service and what made the difference in his life was the fact he served in the Army National Guard from 1948-1957 obtaining the rank of Master Sergeant. Florida Veterans lost a close friend on October 18, 2013 when Congressman Charles William “Bill” Young passed away at Bethesda Medical Hospital, Maryland. Shortly after his passing I received an email asking if I would be part…
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MILITARY & MOTORCYCLES_OCTOBER 25, 2013

Thank You Recently it has come to my attention I have fussed about those who lead us in Washington, sometimes to excess according to my wife. This week I want to thank some special folks who work for the federal government and I see under less than perfect circumstances almost weekly. They would be the men and women who work tirelessly at the Sarasota National Cemetery to make sure those who have served this country are properly treated and taken care of after their passing, no matter what. The ‘no matter what’ part is what I want to address in…
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CORBIN INTRODUCES FRONT & REAR SADDLES FOR 2013 HONDA CB 500F

Hollister, CA- Corbin's front saddle is shaped like your body to create a greater area of body contact and proper weight distribution which eliminates pressure points and increases riding range. Comfort Cell foam to provide surprising comfort and support for your body all day long. Our rear seat is built to give a clean profile and fast looks while providing excellent passenger comfort despite the slick, low profile. After an initial break-in period, Comfort Cell foam will adapt to your body to provide an even greater degree of comfort. Additionally, the seating platform has been neutralized to reduce the tendency…
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON ISSUES VOLUNTARY RECALLS OF CERTAIN 2014 MOTORCYCLES

Condition affects hydraulic clutch systems MILWAUKEE (Oct. 16, 2013) – Harley-Davidson (NYSE: HOG) is acting quickly to address  potential safety issues by voluntarily recalling certain 2014 Touring motorcycles equipped with a hydraulic clutch system that may pose a safety issue for riders and/or passengers. The recalls include a Do Not Ride notice to owners and a Do Not Deliver notice to Harley-Davidson dealers until the motorcycle is fixed.   “The safety of our customers is our highest priority,” said Tony Wilcox, Harley-Davidson General Manager of Motorcycle New Product Delivery. “We have identified potential safety issues and are moving quickly to…
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EBR TO DISTRIBUTE HERO BRAND MOTORCYCLES AND SCOOTERS IN NORTH AMERICA

ORLANDO, Fla. – Erik Buell Racing (EBR) announced today that it will be the exclusive distributor of Hero brand motorcycles and scooters in North America beginning in summer 2014. The announcement was made in conjunction with an unveiling of several Hero motorcycles and scooters at the American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) in Orlando. India-based Hero MotoCorp is the world’s largest manufacturer of two-wheeled motor vehicles. Specific models to be offered and pricing details have yet to be determined. “The actual EBR collaboration with Hero MotoCorp began in late 2011, when we were contracted to deliver a concept hybrid scooter for…
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EBR UNVEILS NEW AMERICAN SPORT BIKE AT AIMEXPO IN ORLANDO

  ORLANDO, Fla. – After months of speculation from motorcycle dealers, media and sportbike enthusiasts, Erik Buell Racing (EBR) today unveiled their latest sportbike, the EBR 1190RX, at the American International Motorcycle Exposition (AIMExpo) in Orlando. While the new, street-legal high performance motorcycle is a direct descendant of EBR’s race-bred limited edition 1190RS Super Bike, the 1190RX features many new rider-focused features and has substantially raised the bar over competitive sportbike offerings. Most notably, the new motorcycle weighs-in at just 419 pounds, yet boasts 185 horsepower and 102 ft.-lbs. of torque from its ET-V2 1190 cc V-Twin engine. Few, if…
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LEHMAN TRIKES ANNOUNCES FALL SALES EVENT WITH SIGNIFICANT PRICE REDUCTIONS

Lehman Trikes is pleased to announce the “More Money In Your Pocket Fall Sales Event” effective immediately through December 31, 2013. Select models of trike kits, including the new Trinity LLS and Renegade LLS for Harley-Davidson models, the Monarch II LLS for Honda GL1800 and F6B models, and Suzuki and Victory models are eligible for significant price reductions up to $1,000. “We have had a terrific year at Lehman and felt an end-of-the-year sales event was the perfect way to pay it forward to customers and give them another benefit to trike their bike before next spring,” stated Craig Arrojo,…
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COOLBETH BRINGS FACTORY HARLEY HOME SIXTH AT POMONA

Brad Baker Wins Grand National Title on Dodge Brothers Harley-Davidson POMONA, Calif. (October 14, 2013) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle® Factory Team rider Kenny Coolbeth finished sixth at the Law Tigers AMA Pro Flat Track Finals, the season-ending race of the AMA Pro Flat Track presented by J&P Cycles Grand National Twins series at the Los Angeles County Fairplex. The race and 2013 AMA Grand National championship were won by Brad Baker on the Dodge Brothers Racing Harley-Davidson. Coolbeth won his heat race and was seeded second behind Baker for the start of the 25-lap National main on the Fairplex half-mile.…
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BTR HEADING TO DC

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MOTORCYCLE INDUSTRY COUNCIL’S 15TH ANNUAL COMMUNICATIONS SYMPOSIUM TO ENTERTAIN AND CHALLENGE ATTENDEES

Popular Returning Speakers on Rostrum for MIC Event IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 14, 2013 – “Inroads to the Future,” the Motorcycle Industry Council’s15th Annual Communications Symposium, will bring together some of the MIC’s most popular speakers for an informative, thought-provoking and entertaining event. The MIC’s approximately 300 member companies are expected to attend the much-anticipated symposium, which is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 30, at the Carson Center in Carson, CA. Past symposium headliners Dr. Paul Leinberger and David Nour will both be on hand this year to share their compelling insights on the current and future states of the powersports market.…
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON® RIDERS WEAR PINK TO RAISE $1 MILLION FOR WOMEN AFFECTED BY BREAST CANCER

Proceeds from Pink Label Collection Help Breast Cancer Support Organizations MILWAUKEE (Sept. 30, 2013) – The Harley-Davidson family of riders and fans has a promise for women affected by breast cancer: You’re not alone, because we ride with you. These riders and fans added extra horsepower to that promise by raising more than $1 million for organizations that support and empower women affected by breast cancer through the purchase of Harley-Davidson® Genuine MotorClothes® Pink Label Collection apparel and merchandise. “The brave and courageous women who have shared with us stories of battling breast cancer are the inspiration for the Pink…
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MILITARY & MOTORCYCLES_OCTOBER 11, 2013

World War II Memorial Once in a while I feel good about people reportedly breaking the law. Case in point when WWII Veterans, their guardians and/or family members went to Washington to see THEIR War Memorial.   The senior Veterans were met with barricades surrounding an open memorial. Folks it’s not a building or a high security area, it’s out in the open and it honors those who went to visit it.   Maybe it doesn’t seem like a big deal for those who portray themselves to be our elected leaders to close the memorial but to those who are…
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SHAYNA TEXTER LOOKS TO TAKE THE CHECKERED AT THE LAW TIGERS AMA PRO FLAT TRACK FINALS

Pomona, CA … When the Green Flag signals the start of the Law Tigers AMA Pro Flat Track Finals, brought to you locally by Pomona Valley Harley-Davidson and Glendale Harley-Davidson, October 12 at the Fairplex, Shayna Texter will be looking to score her third Pro Singles victory of the season. Standing just 5 feet tall and weighing in at 95 lbs., Shayna Texter doesn’t fit the average picture of a flat track racer. But one look at her skill on the track and you will see that she isn’t just your average competitor, she is far better than that. In…
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON® RIDERS WEAR PINK TO RAISE $1 MILLION FOR WOMEN AFFECTED BY BREAST CANCER

Proceeds from Pink Label Collection Help Breast Cancer Support Organizations MILWAUKEE (Sept. 30, 2013) – The Harley-Davidson family of riders and fans has a promise for women affected by breast cancer: You’re not alone, because we ride with you. These riders and fans added extra horsepower to that promise by raising more than $1 million for organizations that support and empower women affected by breast cancer through the purchase of Harley-Davidson® Genuine MotorClothes® Pink Label Collection apparel and merchandise. “The brave and courageous women who have shared with us stories of battling breast cancer are the inspiration for the Pink…
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KRAWIEC RACES PINK HARLEY V-ROD TO FINAL ROUND AT MAPLE GROVE

Screamin’ Eagle Team Makes its Third Final-Round Appearance in Four Races MOHNTON, Pa. (October 6, 2013) – With his Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® motorcycle sporting a special Hard Candy Custom Pink Flake livery in recognition of October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Ed Krawiec rode to the final round of eliminations at the Auto-Plus NHRA Nationals at Maple Grove Raceway. Krawiec lost in the final to Viper Motorcycle Company Buell rider Matt Smith. Krawiec’s run to the finals was his second in four NHRA Countdown to the Championship events and the third for the Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance…
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