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HARLEY-DAVIDSON SCREAMIN’ EAGLE DRAG TEAM THUNDERS INTO GAINESVILLE SEASON OPENER

Ride to the Race to See World Champions Andrew Hines and Ed Krawiec Blister the Track MILWAUKEE (March 15, 2017) – The grandstands will quake to a ground-pounding Harley-Davidson® V-Twin cadence when the Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines drag racing team lines up to open the Pro Stock Motorcycle season at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, March 17-19. The weekend of racing at Gainesville Raceway in Gainesville, Fla., kicks off the 2017 Pro Stock Motorcycle season on the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series. Winners of eight NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle championships, the Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines team…
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Las Vegas BikeFest Included in the 2017 American Motorcyclist Association Gypsy Tour

American Motorcyclist Association announces new era for Gypsy Tours 17 road rides scheduled between March and November   PICKERINGTON, Ohio - The 2017 AMA Gypsy Tour, a national series of premier road-riding events, features 17 road rides between March and November in all sections of the country. AMA Gypsy Tours and the rallies that include them, are among the largest and most popular U.S. motorcycle gatherings.   "We have a great slate of rallies on the 2017 Gypsy Tour series," said Marie Wuelleh, AMA recreational riding and volunteer manager. "These great rides are put together by experienced organizers, who promise…
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PRORIDER ATLANTA MOTORCYCLE RIDING SCHOOL

PRORIDER ATLANTA MOTORCYCLE RIDING SCHOOL Enhanced Motorcycle Riding Course to improve skills and avoid crashes Atlanta, GA March 13, 2017– ProRider of Atlanta is pleased to announce their new website www.ProRiderAtlanta.com that provides information on their advanced motorcycle skills course. This website describes the 8-hour challenging advanced motorcycle riding course that is a combination of control, defensive and precision riding that will allow riders to learn how to better handle their personal motorcycle on the road and at slow speeds. Instructor Ken Anderson has been in law enforcement for over 30 years and has extensive experience and service in the…
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Champion Women Motorcycle Racer and more at Revved-Up Women Texas Motorcycle Exposition

(San Antonio, TX) – Join nationally-known women motorcyclists at Revved-Up Women—Texas Motorcycle Expo April 28-30, at Retama Park, near San Antonio, TX. Attendees will enjoy guided rides, workshops and panel discussions by recognized leaders in the motorcycle industry, beginner and advanced rider classes, a fashion show, and a free Sunday brunch. “It’s a combination rally, conference and tradeshow for experienced and new riders,” said Teresa Kelly, spokesperson for the inaugural family-friendly event. “It’s also unique in that it will offer women and girls who have never ridden a bike before the chance to experience this amazing sport safely and enjoyably.”…
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NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON STREET ROD IS TUNED FOR DYNAMIC URBAN PERFORMANCE

High-Output Revolution X Engine and Refined Chassis Deliver More Power and Nimble Handling MILWAUKEE (March 9, 2017) – The new Harley-Davidson® Street Rod™ motorcycle is a muscular middle-weight built to blitz the city streets. An addition to the Harley-Davidson® Street™ model family, the Street Rod is agile, powerful and tuned for maneuvering through traffic and congestion. Steeped in tough Harley-Davidson® Dark Custom™ styling, bearing a stance that’s poised and aggressive, the Street Rod always looks ready for action. “The Street Rod will put the thrill in any urban commute,” said Mathew Weber, Harley-Davidson Chief Engineer for the Street Rod. “We’ve…
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AMA Dirt Track Grand Championship scheduled for July 1-4 in Du Quoin, Illinois

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The 2017 AMA Dirt Track Grand Championship is scheduled for July 1-4 at the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds in Du Quoin, Ill. This year's event features Half Mile, Youth TT, Amateur TT and Indoor Short Track events. "The Du Quoin State Fairgrounds is the perfect setting for the AMA Dirt Track Grand Championship, where families can spend four days on a dirt-track vacation," said AMA Track Racing Manager Ken Saillant. "Every day features top-notch competition, with racers vying to claim AMA National No. 1 plates." The 2017 event schedule includes: • Saturday, July 1: Half Mile •…
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American Motorcyclist Association calls motorcycle tariff ‘cynical approach to trade policy’ Proposal would harm American consumers, businesses

PICKERINGTON, Ohio - Including motorcycles in a trade dispute over U.S.-raised beef products reflects "a cynical approach to trade policy to look for the largest grassroots reaction you can find to pressure European governments," the American Motorcyclist Association told a federal agency. "This is a highly inappropriate use of the motorcycle community," AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman told the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative in a letter responding to questions and comments made during a Feb. 15 hearing in Washington, DC. "It appears that to this committee, motorcyclists are simply pawns in a game of international chess." Accompanying…
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Born To Ride Babe of the Week – Asia

Courtesy of http://floridasfinestbikinibabes.net/  
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THE CHANGING TIMES BIKERNET WEEKLY NEWS for March 2, 2017

 BIKERNET WEEKLY NEWS   http://www.bikernet.com/admin/pages/stories/CHANGING_TIMES_THURSDAY_NEWS_for_March_2_2017.aspx
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Countdown to 21st Annual Leesburg Bikefest

More Than Motorcycles. It’s Tradition. Leesburg, FL: The 21st Annual Leesburg Bikefest roars to life on April 28-30, 2017 and this year offers its usual full slate of enthusiasm, experiences, incredible course destinations and much more. The City of Leesburg, just north of Orlando, has become known as one of America’s premier biker destinations. Leesburg offers the right mix of small town hospitality and world-class atmosphere for this storied event. This year, over a quarter million bikers, music lovers and visitors are expected to congregate for the world’s largest motorcycle and music event, Leesburg Bikefest. For over 20 years, this…
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American Motorcyclist Association announces new era for Gypsy Tours

17 road rides scheduled between March and November PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The 2017 AMA Gypsy Tour, a national series of premier road-riding events, features 17 road rides between March and November in all sections of the country. AMA Gypsy Tours and the rallies that include them are among the largest and most popular U.S. motorcycle gatherings. "We have a great slate of events on the 2017 Gypsy Tour series," said Marie Wuelleh, AMA recreational riding and volunteer manager. "These rides are put together by experienced organizers, who promise all participants a memorable experience." Originally, a Gypsy Tour was an overnight…
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H-D Florida Bike Build Off

BY ERIC VICIAN It began as a simple idea from business partners Gary Bang and Preston Farrior with very modest parameters: Build a bagger and mid-sized cruiser, using 90 percent Harley Davidson parts that would be cool enough for the VP and Prez of The Florida Harley Group to enjoy riding. Wow how a fun, little notion turned into a bold, huge event just five years later. The Florida Harley Group invites you to its Annual Bike Build Off March 2 from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Brandon Harley Davidson, located at 9841 E. Adamo Dr., where it will…
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Thunder by the Bay … New Venue a Success

Thunder by the Bay a Huge Success in Lakewood Ranch http://www.heraldtribune.com/news/20170222/thunder-by-bay-economic-impact-reports-notes-attendees-plan-to-return
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76th Annual Daytona Bike Week to host more than 20 events sanctioned by the American Motorcyclist Association

CORRECTED: 76th Annual Daytona Bike Week to host more than 20 events sanctioned by the American Motorcyclist Association PICKERINGTON, Ohio - The 76th annual Daytona Bike Week features American Motorcyclist Association-sanctioned events for riders, racers and motorcycle fans of all ages, including a road ride and racing in several disciplines. Bike Week runs from March 10 through March 19 in Daytona Beach, Fla. Those attending are encouraged to get involved the many AMA events taking place during the week: The 2017 AMA Gypsy Tour, a national series of premier road-riding events, kicks off during Bike Week. Visit the Gypsy Tour…
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Harley-Davidson is Primed For Flat Track

Harley-Davidson is introducing an all new era of primed flat track.  
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2017 Las Vegas Motorcycle Hall of Fame Inductee Genevieve Schmitt

Las Vegas Motorcycle Hall of Fame announced Genevieve Schmitt as the first inductee into the 2017 class. Genevieve is one of the leading influencers in women motorcycling today. Over the two decades that she has been working full time as a journalist and publisher in the motorcycle industry, she has written articles and made speeches that have inspired thousands of women to ride motorcycles. In 2005, Genevieve launched what is now the longest running and most comprehensive resource for female motorcyclists anywhere, WomenRidersNow.com. The online magazine not only provides motorcycling news and reviews from a female point of view, but…
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