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AMA Ice Race Grand Championships Kick off 2013

AMA Ice Race Grand Championships Kick off 2013 National Championship Racing   PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association will crown the first amateur champions of 2013 at the Feb. 9-10 AMA Ice Race Grand Championships. This event, promoted by North American Action Sports LLC, will take place at the Mitchell State Park in Cadillac, Mich. "The winter season is no reason for racers to shut down," said AMA Track Racing Manager Ken Saillant. "In fact, this is when some of the most hard-core racers on the planet converge on the Ice Race Grand Championships. Once again, we're excited to…
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Championship Schedule Announced for Red Bull AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship

    2013 Area Qualifier and Regional Championship Schedule Announced for Red Bull AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association, in partnership with MX Sports, is pleased to announce the 2013 Area Qualifier and Regional Championship schedule that will be the first steps to the Red Bull AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship at the Loretta Lynn Ranch on July 28-Aug. 3 in Hurricane Mills, Tenn. "It's every amateur motocross racer's dream to win an AMA national No. 1 plate at Loretta Lynn's," said AMA Motocross Manager Kip Bigelow. "Whether you are a returning superstar or…
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Harley-Davidson Men’s Rumble Mesh with Leather Accents Jacket

Matching Allover Mesh with Perforated Leather and a Quilted Liner MILWAUKEE  – Accented with perforated leather on the shoulders, sleeves, chest and back, the new men’s Rumble Mesh with Leather Accents Jacket (P/N 98203-13VM, starting at $295) from the Harley-Davidson® MotorClothes® line is a modern twist on traditional mesh jacket construction. The 100 percent polyester allover mesh construction provides maximum airflow yet is bolstered by a removable zip-out, full-sleeve quilted twill liner that battles cooler temperatures. Adjustability is offered via snap sleeve tabs and waist, plus six spacious pockets deliver ample storage space. Its pre-curved sleeves and padded back waist…
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Museum of Florida Art 19th Annual Teddy Bear Brunch

The Guild of the Museum of Florida Art invites you to attend the magical 19th Annual TEDDY BEAR BRUNCH   Saturday, December 15, 2012 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.   600 N. Woodland Blvd. DeLand, FL 32720 (386)734-4371   Become a Teddy Bear Sponsor. For $25 your donation will pay for a child to attend the brunch and benefit the Children's Scholarship Program at the Museum of Florida Art. (Reserved seating $10) * * *  Children, parents, grandparents and teachers alike will experience a fun-filled day they won't soon forget * Sparkling Christmas Tree with Teddy Bear ornaments * Photo taken…
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Military & Motorcycles – November 21, 2012

A Country Divided Even after the worse election in this country’s history, we are still at odds with each other through party lines.  A person would think we as a nation could get along enough to be able to do the bidding of the voter’s who are the real bosses of those in Washington, the state, counties and cities. Personally, I am a little upset that grown men and women seem unable to respond to their voter base. Take a deep breath and get it together for the sake of this country. There is always a little give and take…
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Wire Plus Introduces Power, Lighting Control Modules and Wiring Harnesses for Most Custom Production Bikes

Winfield, KS - Many of the custom production bikes that were made over the last 15 years are now experiencing electrical problems due to a variety of reasons. Bike owners can now go to a one-stop company for all of their electrical needs. Wire Plus produces a wide variety of power modules and wiring harnesses at the dealers and consumer’s requests for all those “extinct” custom bikes. Each kit comes complete with Wire Plus’ proven power module and switch control module configured to work with the ground input switches used on the factory bike. Their modules are submersible waterproof and very compact…
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AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Inducts Seven Motorcycling Greats

AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, Presented by KTM, Inducts Seven Motorcycling Greats LAS VEGAS, Nev. -- Seven historic figures took their places among motorcycling's greatest legends Friday, Nov. 16, at the 2012 AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, presented by KTM. The ceremony is part of the American Motorcyclist Association Legends Weekend, powered by Paul Thede's Race Tech, held at the Red Rock Casino, Resort and Spa. Hosted by actor motorcyclist Perry King, the event honored the Hall of Fame Class of 2012: the late Rod Bush, KTM North America president and industry visionary; world championship roadracing…
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Military & Motorcycles November 16, 2012

  What does SEAL Team 8, a Navy Four Star Admiral, an Army Colonel, a MOH, a parade and hundreds of tiny legs have in common? And the answer is simple, absolutely the best Veterans Day Weekend for me ever.   As I mentioned last week I was headed to Fort Pierce to spend a couple of days with the members of Navy SEAL Team 8 who were giving demonstrations at the National Navy UDT-SEAL Museum for ’Muster XXVII.’   If you ever want to learn more about the Navy’s most elite teams the SEAL Museum is the place to…
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Paul Thede’s Race Tech powers AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Legends Weekend

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- Paul Thede's Race Tech, innovative leaders in motorcycle suspension since 1984, will be the weekend sponsor for the 2012 AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Legends Weekend, Powered by Paul Thede's Race Tech. The two-day event takes place Friday and Saturday, Nov. 16-17, at the Red Rock Casino, Resort & Spa in Las Vegas, Nev. "The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame is very pleased to have Paul Thede and Race Tech come aboard to power the best weekend in motorcycling," said Jeffrey V. Heininger, chairman of the American Motorcycle Heritage Foundation. "Paul and his company have long been…
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Terry Longpre … Patriotism

Patriotism Thursday, November 1, I rode to Derby Lane Greyhound Track not to bet on the dogs but to take time to honor those who served in Vietnam and lost their lives doing so. I met with men and women who either had served in Vietnam or had family members who had. Our mission for the day was to escort the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall over 42 miles of Pinellas County roads during which time we passed twelve schools where students were waiting for our arrival, waving, yelling with small American flags in hand. Along our route, we passed folks…
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3rd Annual Tampa Bay Area U. S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Toy Run

TAMPA, FL - The Marine Corps League Detachment 1226 (Riverview), with help from 10 local motorcycle groups, presents their 3rd annual motorcycle Toy Run Sunday November 25, 2012 in support of the Marine Toys for Tots 2012 campaign in Tampa Bay.   The Toy Run starts at the Toys for Tots warehouse, 4479 West Gandy Blvd, Tampa with rider registration from 9:30am to 11:00am. The riders will depart as one group at 11:30am, escorted by the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office. The toy run ends at Uncle Mike’s Smokehouse & Grill at Brandon Harley Davidson, 9841 East Adamo Dr, Brandon. A $10…
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Harley Dealers are a Biker’s Holiday Wish List Headquarters

Receive a Limited Edition 110th Anniversary Tin and Membership with a $300 Purchase MILWAUKEE(November 13, 2012) Harley-Davidson® dealers are the source for one-of-a-kind holiday gifts you won’t find at the mall. Get a head start by visiting the Gift Ideas website to a great selection of leather jackets, touring luggage, and collectibles like the popular Hog Bank. Many Harley-Davidson dealers host special holiday events and offer a wide selection of gifts for any rider, from a huge selection of genuine MotorClothes® apparel to Genuine Motor Parts and Accessories®. Harley-Davidson dealer staff can help with gift suggestions to match any rider…
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Hines Wins at Pomona, Krawiec Earns Third Championship

Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle® Teams Takes 15th Win of Season at NHRA Finals POMONA, Calif. (November 11, 2012) – The Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines Pro Stock Motorcycle drag racing team wrapped up a historic season by earning a win and a championship at the 48th annual Automobile Club of Southern California NHRA Finals at Auto Club Raceway. Team rider Andrew Hines rode a Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® to his sixth win of the season, defeating his teammate, Ed Krawiec, in the seventh all-Harley final of the season. The win by Hines caps a season that saw the Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines…
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American Motorcyclist Association Salutes Veterans

  PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association thanks American veterans the world over this Veterans Day, Sunday, Nov. 11, for their willingness to serve to protect and defend the United States and the American way of life.   "There has long been a special relationship between motorcyclists and veterans," said Rob Dingman, AMA president and CEO. "Today, on Veterans Day, we honor that relationship, and salute America's veterans for their devotion to serving our country." "The patriotism, dedication and valor of American servicemen and women is unmatched anywhere in world," Dingman said. "Our veterans have put their lives on…
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California Air Resources Board says E15 Ethanol-gas Blend Won’t Appear in California for ‘Years’

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The California Air Resources Board has told the American Motorcyclist Association that even if it approves the sale of the new E15 ethanol-gasoline blend in California, the blend wouldn't appear in the market for several years. CARB made the comment in response to a letter from AMA Vice President for Government Relations Wayne Allard, who expressed concern about potential misfueling of E15 into motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles. E15 is a gasoline formulation that contains up to 15 percent ethanol, and the federal Environmental Protection Agency hasn't approved its use in motorcycles or ATVs. To avoid misfueling, the…
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TUCKER ROCKY/BIKER’S CHOICE IS PRESENTING SPONSOR NOVEMBER 16

Tucker Rocky/Biker's Choice is presenting sponsor of Malcolm Smith's AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Legends recognition PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- Tucker Rocky/Biker's Choice, the U.S. distributor of well-known brands such as Answer, MSR, Firstgear, BikeMaster and Biker's Choice, will be the presenting sponsor of the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame's Legends recognition for Malcolm Smith. Smith, a 1998 Hall of Fame inductee, will be honored at the annual Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Friday, Nov. 16, at the Red Rock Casino, Resort & Spa in Las Vegas, Nev. Each year during the induction ceremony for the new class of the…
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