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AMA CELEBRATES SUCCESSFUL 2014 AMA SUPERCROSS SEASON

Published on May 6, 2014 under Born To Ride
  PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association congratulates the three riders who claimed AMA No. 1 plates during the 2014 AMA Supercross season -- Ryan Villopoto, 450SX champion; Justin Bogle, 250SX East champion; and Jason Anderson, 250SX West champion -- and thanks its partners for another successful year.   "The 2014 season demonstrated yet again why AMA Supercross is one of the most exciting sports on two wheels," said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman. "Some of the most thrilling main events in recent memory took place this year, and we congratulate Ryan Villopoto, Justin Bogle and Jason Anderson…
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DISTRACTED DRIVING IS DEADLY DRIVING

Published on May 1, 2014 under Born To Ride
  Be aware of nearby motorcyclists   PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The perils of distracted driving take a front seat during May, which is designated as national Motorcycle Awareness Month. The initiative, supported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, encourages drivers to watch for motorcycles and understand that motorcycle riders enjoy the same rights and privileges as operators of other vehicles. The slogans are everywhere, on billboards and bumper stickers, badges and T-shirts: "Watch out for motorcycles." "Look twice, save a life." "Share the road." But not all motorists heed the warnings. And, with the warmer temperatures spilling across most…
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CALLING ALL CREATIVE KIDS TO ENTER THE “DO THE RIDE THING” VIDEO CONTEST – $8,500 IN PRIZES

Published on April 29, 2014 under Born To Ride
  Kids Helping Kids Ride Safe/Ride Smart   IRVINE, Calif., April 28, 2014 – With the busy summer riding season upon us, the ATV Safety Institute, the Right Rider Access Fund and the Motorcycle Safety Foundation's Dirt Bike School encourage kids to enter the "Do the Ride Thing Video Contest”. The contest, in its fifth year, runs June 1 to August 15, 2014 and offers 19 prizes totaling $8,500. Students ages 6 to 18 may enter. The winning videos will be used as public service announcements to highlight the importance of dirt bike and ATV safety.   "What better way to…
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THE WALL OF REMEMBRANCE AT HARLEY-DAVIDSON OF PANAMA CITY BEACH

Published on April 24, 2014 under Born To Ride
The Wall of Remembrance has arrived at Harley-Davidson of Panama City Beach!  Thursday morning, April 24, 2014 at 10 AM it will leave Harley alongside an escorted ride and head to Oaks by the Bay Park, where it will reside through the weekend.   This is the mobile monument's first Florida stop, having just arrived from California. The 103-foot Wall contains the names of 11,000 soldiers who have died in uniform fighting against terror.  Its Founder, JR Nichols, will drive the truck that houses the Wall.   You are invited to come to Harley-Davidson Thursday morning (TOMORROW) from 9 to 10…
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EARTH DAY A CELEBRATION OF MOTORCYCLISTS’ VALUES

Published on April 22, 2014 under Born To Ride
 As Earth Day is celebrated worldwide today, the American Motorcyclist Association is highlighting three core values that its membership shares in protecting the environment and ensuring future riding opportunities for our children and grandchildren. "Motorcyclists are proud of their contributions to the health of the planet, whether through physical labor in maintaining trails or planting trees or simply commuting to work and leaving the gas-guzzler at home," said Rob Dingman, AMA president and CEO.   Conservation The AMA supports responsible recreational access to public lands for use by off-highway vehicles, with the emphasis on "responsible." Motorcyclists and all-terrain-vehicle riders join…
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BMW MOTORCYCLES AND MOTO GUZZI MOVE TO NEW PENSACOLA LOCATION

Published on April 22, 2014 under Born To Ride
Will be part of Adventure Motorsports of NWF Pensacola, Fla—Two iconic brands in the world of motorcycling, BMW Motorrad and Moto Guzzi have relocated to a more spacious, state-of-the-art facility in Pensacola. The old Rex TV & Appliance building at 6330 Pensacola Boulevard has been transformed into a contemporary structure that will properly showcase the BMW motorcycle and Moto Guzzi product lines. The motorcycle brands’ inventory had been previously located on North W Street in Pensacola. The new facility will also host an expanded product line to initially include Motus motorcycles, manufactured in Birmingham, AL; URAL sidecar motorcycles, manufactured in…
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RIDEWRIGHT WHEELS ANNOUNCES NEW FORGED LINE … EL CAMINO WHEELS

Published on April 22, 2014 under Born To Ride
 Anaheim, CA – Ridewright Wheels, known the world over for their incredible spoke wheels introduces a new line of forged wheels called El Camino Wheels. They’re manufactured to the highest standards utilizing aircraft quality 6061 T-6 billet aluminum. Strong, beautiful, balanced and complete with a full lifetime structural Ridewright backing, these forged billet wheels are available in polished, chrome or painted to your liking…or can be “Personalized” in a highly customized fashion to work with your ride. No other manufacturer can offer the hundreds of options that Ridewright Wheels offers their customers! Choose from 19 different designs, all with matching…
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AMA GO RIDE SAFELY! WEEK FOCUSES ON RIDER RESPONSIBILITY AND DRIVER AWARENESS

Published on April 21, 2014 under Born To Ride
  PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- AMA Go Ride! Month, sponsored by the American Motorcyclist Association, rounds out its month-long motorcycling celebration with AMA Go Ride Safely! Week. Motorcyclists nationwide are encouraged to take rider training and use appropriate riding gear while motorists are urged to watch for motorcycles as millions of riders take to the roads. "The AMA strongly encourages its members and all motorcyclists to learn everything they can to manage riding risks so that every outing is safe and enjoyable," said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman. "When it comes to riding responsibly, that means taking training and wearing…
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EPA ACKNOWLEDGES THAT ETHANOL DAMAGES ENGINES

Published on April 21, 2014 under Born To Ride
  PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has publicly acknowledged that ethanol in gasoline can damage internal combustion engines by increasing exhaust temperatures and indirectly causing component failures, the American Motorcyclist Association reports. The EPA statements are found in a rule proposal issued by the Federal Trade Commission regarding a new label for pumps that supply fuel blends high in ethanol. According to the EPA, "[e]thanol impacts motor vehicles in two primary ways. First ... ethanol enleans the [air/fuel] ratio (increases the proportion of oxygen relative to hydrocarbons) which can lead to increased exhaust gas temperatures and potentially…
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON, MARVEL JOIN FORCES IN NATIONAL SEARCH FOR REAL-LIFE FAN TO STAR IN NEW DIGITAL FRANCHISE

Published on April 17, 2014 under Born To Ride
Iconic Brand Reunites with Marvel to Debut new Street™ 750, Cast Mini-Movie and Digital Comic via National Contest   MILWAUKEE (April 15, 2014) – Harley-Davidson and Marvel Entertainment, LLC, have teamed up once again to defend freedom and tame explosive city streets in – and beyond – the popular film franchise, Marvel’s Captain America: The Winter Soldier. Since the early days of Captain America, he has been associated with Harley-Davidson, and the latest chapter of the film saga is no different as the Super Hero now revs up a brand new Harley-Davidson Street 750.   To unite fans of both…
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WHEELS ARE TURNING IN AMA GO RIDE! MONTH

Published on April 14, 2014 under Born To Ride
AMA Go Ride For A Cause! Week highlights riders' generosity PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The good-hearted generosity of motorcyclists will be celebrated during AMA Go Ride For A Cause! Week, April 14-21. The seven-day campaign, sponsored by the American Motorcyclist Association, represents the third week of AMA Go Ride! Month. "Motorcyclists are well known for their support of children and families in need, as well as causes that celebrate the freedom of motorcycling," said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman. "During AMA Go Ride For A Cause! Week, we salute those who work in their communities to make life better for…
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HINES RIDES HARLEY TO WIN AT CHARLOTTE FOUR-WIDE NATIONALS

Published on April 14, 2014 under Born To Ride
Hines and Krawiec Race Screamin’ Eagle V-Rods to 1-2 Finish and Points Lead CONCORD, N.C. (April 13, 2014) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Andrew Hines raced a Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® to his first win of the season at the NHRA Four-Wide Nationals at zMAX Dragway. Harley-DavidsonScreamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines rider Ed Krawiec finished second in the final round to complete a sweep of the top two finishing positions in the four-wide format unique to this event that has the first- and second-place rider in each heat advance to the next round of eliminations.   “I’m still not a big…
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WELL DONE CITY OF PALMETTO

Published on April 11, 2014 under Born To Ride
Last weekend showed the City of Palmetto has the ability to raise the bar to make the Desoto Seafood Festival even better than it has been over since its inception. Sunday my day started at Evie’s Tavern & Grill where numerous motorcyclists signed up and participated in the 10th Annual Blue Knight’s Poker Run. The proceeds from the run benefited the ‘Boys’ at the Manatee Florida Sheriff’s Youth Ranch (Rye Road). I would like to thank the Sarasota Chapter of the Blue Knight’s (XVIII) for what they did and do for surrounding counties, as well as nationally. For those who…
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