Born To Ride

Terry Longpre 06-20-18

American Patriot’s As I write my column(s) I mention the military, law enforcement, and our first responders. In this column, I want to address those who I consider to be those responders.   According to the dictionary the words First Responders means; A certified person who has completed a course and received certification in providing pre-hospital care for medical emergencies.   In my world, I personally consider anyone (EMS and Fire Department personnel) who responds to an emergency such as a fire, auto accident or medical issue or a disaster a first responder. The above list could also include law…
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Ride Sunday 2018 Unites Motorcyclists Worldwide for Charity

NEW YORK, June 13, 2018 (Newswire.com) - 1,300 riders, 239 events globally, 134,259 km pledged and almost $200k raised for charity, Ride Sunday 2018 firmly cemented itself as the international day of riding for a cause. Supported by Harley-Davidson Motorcycles, REV’IT!, Triumph Motorcycles, and Royal Enfield, participants took to the streets on Sunday, June 3 raising funds and awareness in support of 59 beneficiary charities registered upon the Ride Sunday platform - www.ridesunday.com. As a thank you for their support, the Top 20 fundraisers were each rewarded with a $1k USD REV’IT! gift voucher, while the 3 Highest Fundraisers globally earned…
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Ashland Dinner Ride offers leisurely cruise during 2018 AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days

Participants get dinner, pit pass, reserved parking for AMA Vintage Flat Track National Championship Series event   PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- Dozens of motorcyclists will participate in the Ashland Dinner Ride -- an annual tradition that benefits the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame -- on July 7 during AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days. The group ride takes motorcyclists through Ohio's scenic countryside from Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio, to the historic half-mile track at the Ashland County Fairgrounds for Round 6 of the AMA Vintage Flat Track National Championship Series. "We'll take riders on about a 90-minute ride through the…
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NINTH PLACE FOR DENNIS FOGGIA IN CATALUNYA_MOTO3

The young rookie of Sky Racing Team VR46, started from the 25th box of the grid, hits the Top10. Great race for Nicolò Bulega, involved in a crash when he was fighting for the winning.   Montmelo (Catalunya, Spain), June 17, 2018 - A Catalan GP with a bittersweet taste the one has just ended for the Sky Racing Team VR46 at Montmelo. Dennis Foggia, the rookie in the category, is the architect of a beautiful recovery and crosses the finishing line in ninth place. Forced into the pits, after an accident, Nicolò Bulega who was fighting for the victory.…
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EIGHTH PLACE FOR BAGNAIA IN CATALUNYA_MOTO2

The rider of the Sky Racing Team VR46 maintains the head of the Championship after a very difficult race at Montmelo. 17th Marini Luca. Montmelo (Catalunya, Spain), June 17, 2018 - A race more difficult than we expected for the riders of the Sky Racing Team VR46 the one that has just ended at Montmelo. Francesco Bagnaia, really consistent throughout the weekend, in the race, can not fight for the leading positions, due to a defective tire, and crosses the finishing line in eighth place. 17th Luca Marini, forced to give positions due to a vibration on the back of…
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Lorenzo on Top of the Podium at Catalan

Jorge Lorenzo hammers in another superb win at the Catalan GP at Montmeló. Andrea Dovizioso forced to retire after a crash   Two weeks after his Mugello triumph, Jorge Lorenzo today made it two in a row by winning the Catalan GP at the Montmeló circuit. The rider from Mallorca, who started from pole, moved into the lead of the race on lap 2 when he passed Marquez, and then firmly held onto that position right until the chequered flag, finishing over four seconds ahead of his Honda rival. It was an unfortunate race for Andrea Dovizioso, who also started…
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Monday is International Motorcycle and Scooter ‘Ride To Work Day’

American Motorcyclist Association urges all motorcyclists to get out and ride PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The 27th annual International Motorcycle and Scooter Ride to Work Day is Monday, June 18, and the American Motorcyclist Association encourages all riders to commute to work on their motorcycles. The event is intended to draw attention to the benefits of motorcycles as everyday transportation. "Ride To Work Day calls attention to the motorcycling way of life and gives riders a chance to share our enthusiasm with non-riders," said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman. "Commuting to work, especially on a designated day of rider unity,…
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Summer Internship at Harley-Davidson

This summer, Harley-Davidson is turning a mundane rite of passage – the summer internship – into the experience of a lifetime. Eight social media savvy interns were selected to inspire new riders by taking to the road on a Harley-Davidson and documenting their journey, including: learning to ride at H-D Riding Academy, attending events ranging from motorcycle rallies to music festivals, and of course, experiencing the freedom of riding. Some will even take part in the Motor Company’s 115th Anniversary celebrations in Milwaukee and Prague – and all eight will of course get to keep their bike at the end…
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Hot Girls On Motorcycles

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Babe of The Week-Stephanie

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Video appears to show bikers topping 100 miles per hour or more on Tampa roads

BY: Nicole Grigg POSTED: 6:29 PM, Jun 5, 2018 TAMPA BAY, Fla. — A video posted to YouTube claims to capture triple-digit speeds on our Tampa Bay area roads. The video published on June 3 appears to show a number of bikers going through Ybor City, riding at high speeds on the Courtney Campbell, and areas through Hillsborough and Pinellas counties. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gSR4x5KIfY0 Check out the complete ABC News video   Suggested: Street racing hot spots in the Tampa Bay area The 15-minute video was posted under the subscriber name "shadetree surgeon" and had nearly 7,000 views. ABC Action News reached…
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Isle of Man TT 2018

A packed trackside crowd were treated to one of the greatest races in the TT’s long illustrious history as Peter Hickman won a sensational PokerStars Senior TT race at the Isle of Man TT races, fuelled by Monster Energy, on Friday when he set a new outright lap record of 135.452mph on the final lap to defeat Dean Harrison by just two seconds. The pair featured on the cover of the Official TT Programme and the ‘H-Bomb’ feature only hinted at the spectacular race that was to unfold at the climax of this year’s TT meeting as lap, race and…
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Need a Place to go this Summer?

Why is Copperhead Lodge the perfect vacation on two-wheels?   Rider amenities like no other destination topped off with some of the best riding roads in the country.     How can someone own a part of Copperhead Lodge?   Cabins are available for purchase. Deeded real property, no land leases. Prices start in the low $120s.     You have some great roads to ride there tell us a little about these roads?   I have a hard time deciding where to start! Our roads are nicely paved, low on traffic, scenic and offer everything to riders of all…
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Ride to the 78th

Ken Starling - Kory Souza Originals Ride to the 78th Friday, July 27, 2018 Beaufort, SC Hello, my name is Ken Starling and I will be participating in The Ride To The 78th this year for the first time. I will be riding with Kory Souza and his crew on the American Bagger/Urban Bagger Team. The Ride To The 78th is a 7-day charity motorcycle ride that leaves from a different city every year on a journey to Sturgis. This year, we are leaving from Port Royal South Carolina on Saturday, July 28 and traveling cross-country to Deadwood South Dakota…
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MotoAmerica at Road America

Legions of race fans descended upon Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin June 1-3, for round 4 of the MotoAmerica road racing series. After a month-long sabbatical, riders and teams were eager to get back on the track and on the throttle. Reigning Superbike 1000 champ Toni Elias held a commanding lead in the points after the first three race rounds, but the challengers to his throne came stoked for battle. In Supersport 600 Valentin Debise returned to challenge class leader JD Beach in his first race weekend since a horrific crash at Daytona back in March. Junior Cup saw a full grid…
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American Motorcyclist Association Congratulates 2018 Nicky Hayden AMA Flat Track Horizon Award Winner Dallas Daniels and AMA Fast Brain Award Winner Kody Kopp

Winners to be honored at AMA Legends & Champions Weekend, Dec. 7-9 PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association extends its congratulations to Dallas Daniels, winner of the 2018 Nicky Hayden AMA Flat Track Horizon Award, and Kody Kopp, winner of the 2018 AMA Fast Brain Award. These outstanding AMA competitors were selected from among the riders who participated in the 2018 AMA Flat Track Grand Championship at the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield, Ill., May 29 through June 1. "The AMA is proud to present these young men with our two most prestigious awards for amateur flat track racing,"…
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