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NATIONAL CYCLE ANNOUNCES THREE NEW VSTREAM WINDSCREENS FOR THE HARLEY-DAVIDSON® FLTR ROAD GLIDE

Published on March 25, 2016 under Blog
NATIONAL CYCLE ANNOUNCES THREE NEW VSTREAM WINDSCREENS FOR THE HARLEY-DAVIDSON® FLTR ROAD GLIDE
NATIONAL CYCLE ANNOUNCES THREE NEW VSTREAM WINDSCREENS FOR THE HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLTR ROAD GLIDE Maywood, IL -- Maywood, IL - Harley-Davidson's newly redesigned FLTR Road Glide represents the latest in touring comfort, and the triple-vented shark nose fairing is perfectly complemented in both form and function by National Cycle's VStream Windscreens. VStream's cutting-edge aeroacoustic contour features a wider profile at the top, which pushes turbulent, noisy airflow to the side and away from the rider's helmet. This extra width creates a quiet pocket of air with significantly reduced helmet buffeting for a calmer and quieter ride compared to the stock screen. VStream windscreens…
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AirHawk Introduces New Saddle with IST for 2013 – 2016 BMW R1200 GS & GS Adventure

Published on March 24, 2016 under Blog
AirHawk Introduces New Saddle with IST for 2013 – 2016 BMW R1200 GS & GS Adventure
AirHawk Introduces New Saddle with IST for 2013 - 2016 BMW R1200 GS & GS Adventure Santa Ana, CA  – March 8, 2016 - Danny Gray and AirHawk have come together to transform the metric motorcycle seating industry with a new line of seats starting with the BMW R1200 GS and GS Adventure. Together, AirHawk and Danny Gray have redefined what a comfortable metric motorcycle seat should really be. This new AirHawk saddle provides scientifically proven comfort air technology manufactured for Harley Davidson for the last three years with the sleek design and high quality delivered for the past thirty…
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Garwood Custom Cycles Releases 3 More Signature Wheel Designs

Published on March 22, 2016 under Blog
Garwood Custom Cycles Releases 3 More Signature Wheel Designs
The Next Generation Wheel: Garwood Custom Cycles Releases 3 More Signature Wheel Designs Lexington, NC - Garwood Custom Cycles is pleased to introduce their second set of custom billet wheels to the prestigious Garwood Custom Cycles' Signature Line collection. The wheels, named Grudge, Mach, and Revenge, are offered in 9 finishes (red, blue, green, purple, gold, and orange, contrast cut, chrome and black polish finishes). The wheels are provided a full 3-year chrome warranty.     Over a year in the making, each wheel style has gone through torture-testing to ensure quality design, fit, finish, and function. The Garwood team…
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WORLD CHAMPION HARLEY-DAVIDSON SCREAMIN’ EAGLE DRAG TEAM IN GAINESVILLE

Published on March 17, 2016 under Blog
WORLD CHAMPION HARLEY-DAVIDSON SCREAMIN’ EAGLE DRAG TEAM IN GAINESVILLE
WORLD CHAMPION HARLEY-DAVIDSON SCREAMIN’ EAGLE DRAG TEAM POWERS INTO NHRA SEASON OPENER IN GAINESVILLE Harley V-Rods Ready to Race in Title Defense   MILWAUKEE, Wis. (March 17, 2016) – With a rumble of Harley-Davidson® V-Rod thunder the world champion Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines drag racing team will open the defense of its latest title at the 47th annual Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals in Gainesville, Fla., March 17-20. The event traditionally launches the Pro Stock Motorcycle season for the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series.   In its pursuit of a third-consecutive NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle title, the Harley-Davidson®…
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON KICK-STARTS GLOBAL CALL TO ‘LIVE YOUR LEGEND’

Published on March 17, 2016 under Blog
HARLEY-DAVIDSON KICK-STARTS GLOBAL CALL TO ‘LIVE YOUR LEGEND’
HARLEY-DAVIDSON KICK-STARTS GLOBAL CALL TO ‘LIVE YOUR LEGEND’ New Marketing Campaign Shows How Harley-Davidson Can Create Deeper Bonds and Enrich Your Legacy   MILWAUKEE (March 16, 2016) – Harley-Davidson today announced its newest global marketing campaign: ‘Live Your Legend.’ The campaign shows how a new Harley-Davidson motorcycle can enable riders to create deeper bonds and share richer experiences – allowing them to live their own legend.   “Generations of Harley-Davidson owners inspired the ‘Live Your Legend’ campaign,” said Shelley Paxton, VP Global Marketing and Brand. “For more than 113 consecutive years, riders have told us what they experience on Harley-Davidson…
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON LEADS CONVOY OF FIRST RESPONDERS AND MILITARY PERSONNEL AROUND DAYTONA INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY

Published on March 11, 2016 under Blog
HARLEY-DAVIDSON LEADS CONVOY OF FIRST RESPONDERS AND MILITARY PERSONNEL AROUND DAYTONA INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY
HARLEY-DAVIDSON LEADS CONVOY OF FIRST RESPONDERS AND MILITARY PERSONNEL AROUND DAYTONA INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY Riders Take to the Track to Inspire all Heroes to Learn to Ride For Free; Celebrate the 75th Daytona Bike Week   MILWAUKEE (March 10, 2016) – At a venue known for speed – Daytona International Speedway – Harley-Davidson took a moment to slow down and say “thank you,” inviting a group of military personnel and first responders to take an unforgettable ride around the “World Center of Racing” during the 75th Annual Daytona Bike Week.   Now through the end of 2016, all current and former…
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V-Twin Marketing Joins Forces with National Cycle

Published on March 10, 2016 under Blog
V-Twin Marketing Joins Forces with National Cycle
V-Twin Marketing Joins Forces with National Cycle Maywood, IL - National Cycle announces three new VStream+® Windscreens for the popular Yamaha FJ-09 (aka MT-09 Tracer elsewhere around the world). National Cycle has adapted its revolutionary VStream+® Windscreen technology to the popular and extremely versatile FJ-09/MT-09 Tracer, so owners can now enjoy the same benefits that many dual-sport and touring riders have enjoyed for years. Three different sizes and tints are being offered, allowing riders to select the perfect size to improve their riding experience.   VStream+ gets its name from its unique, patented shape and the dimensional contours molded into the screen and the "+" signifies…
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Check Out What Successful Dealers are Saying About Find It Now USA (FIN®) GPS Security Recovery Systems

Published on March 8, 2016 under Blog
Check Out What Successful Dealers are Saying About Find It Now USA (FIN®) GPS Security Recovery Systems
"FIN is an amazing product for both our dealerships profitability and also our customers piece of mind! We have sold thousands of these tracking devices over the years. We have seen customers successfully recover their stolen vehicle time after time. We have even recovered a bunch of other stolen motorcycles in a warehouse simply because one of our stolen bikes was hidden in that same warehouse! It is proven to be a great product and also a great company to partner with! Mike and his team at FIN always come through!" Sam Nehme-Owner Broward Motorsports FIN Features and Benefits: State-of-the-Art…
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Turn the Key & Twist the Throttle

Published on March 1, 2016 under Blog
Turn the Key & Twist the Throttle
Turn the Key & Twist the Throttle EBR Motorcycles is back in business, inviting press & enthusiasts to come celebrate with the team. EAST TROY, WI – Get ready to throw a leg over the ‘American Sport Bike,’ turn the key, and twist the throttle! EBR Motorcycles resumes production beginning March 1 with a stable financial plan in place from Liquid Asset Partners. The new company, EBR Motorcycles, LLC, will start with production of 2016 1190RX and 1190SX motorcycles. The first bikes are scheduled to roll off the line March 17 with a Press Day for approved media. The public, Buell…
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON SET TO DOMINATE 75TH DAYTONA BIKE WEEK

Published on February 25, 2016 under Blog
HARLEY-DAVIDSON SET TO DOMINATE 75TH DAYTONA BIKE WEEK
HARLEY-DAVIDSON SET TO DOMINATE 75TH DAYTONA BIKE WEEK Over 100 Motorcycles Available for Demo Rides, Largest-Ever Speedway Display Venue, Brand-New Editor’s Choice Bike Show & Main Street Nighttime Parties   MILWAUKEE (February 25, 2016) – Sunscreen and gasoline will fuel the fun when Harley-Davidson® rolls into Florida as the only official motorcycle of the 75th Anniversary of Daytona Bike Week, March 5-12. Harley-Davidson knows how to throw an anniversary celebration, and the Motor Company is ready to kick Daytona 2016 into high gear with an expanded slate of parties, free demo rides on its most powerful lineup of Cruiser motorcycles…
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Latest Consumer Product Safety Commission Report Shows Continuing Decline in ATV Incidents

Published on February 23, 2016 under Blog
Latest Consumer Product Safety Commission Report Shows Continuing Decline in ATV Incidents
Latest Consumer Product Safety Commission Report Shows Continuing Decline in ATV Incidents   Industry Commitment to National Safety and Training Programs Contributes to Reduced Number of Incidents   IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 23, 2016 – The newly published U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) 2014 Annual Report of ATV Deaths and Injuries confirmed once again that fatalities and injuries related to all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) continue to decline.  The Annual Report has shown a decrease in fatalities and injuries every year since 2007.   From 2007 to 2011, ATV-related fatalities declined by 23 percent and ATV-related fatalities involving children declined by 40…
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Zero DSR Electric Motorcycle to be Awarded in AMA Club 1924 Sweepstakes

Published on February 23, 2016 under AMA
Zero DSR Electric Motorcycle to be Awarded in AMA Club 1924 Sweepstakes
Zero DSR Electric Motorcycle to be Awarded in AMA Club 1924 Sweepstakes PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- One lucky winner will ride away on a 2016 Zero DSR electric motorcycle just for entering the 2016 AMA Club 1924 Motorcycle Sweepstakes at one of the nation's major motorcycle rallies, the American Motorcyclist Association announced today. "The Zero DSR is a great motorcycle that will provide years of enjoyment for the winner, both on the road and on the trail," said AMA Chief Operations Officer Jeff Massey. "We are glad to be able to partner with Zero Motorcycles on this sweepstakes." The Zero DSR…
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Get an Additional 20% Off on ALL Website Bought Wire Plus Products!

Published on February 22, 2016 under Blog
Get an Additional 20% Off on ALL Website Bought Wire Plus Products!
Get an Additional 20% Off on ALL Website Bought Wire Plus Products! Winfield, KS - Wire Plus is proud to support all their customers by offering an EXTRA 20% Off on ALL WIRE PLUS PRODUCTS...Digital Speedos, Power Ports, motor mounted wiring systems as well as their seat post mount wiring systems...AND MUCH MORE! (Offer expires May 15, 2016)   Wiring Systems - Repairing, restoring or building a new bike? Wire Plus manufactures a complete line of self-diagnostic wiring systems to fit any stock or custom bike. Available in motor mount and seat post mount, they're pre-assembled and designed for bikes with and without stock or…
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AIMExpo Earns Key Recognition For Second Consecutive Year as a 2015 ‘Fastest 50’ Show

Published on February 11, 2016 under Blog
AIMExpo Earns Key Recognition For Second Consecutive Year as a 2015 ‘Fastest 50’ Show
AIMExpo Earns Key Recognition For Second Consecutive Year as a 2015 ‘Fastest 50’ Show    More than 200 Exhibitors Have Secured Their 2016 Locations in New North Hall   IRVINE, Calif. (February 9, 2016) – Last October’s Third Annual American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) brought the powersports industry under one roof at Orlando’s Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) and continued to show impressive growth as North America’s premier trade show for the marketplace. The event’s noteworthy gains were recognized for the second consecutive year in the annual Trade Show Executive "Fastest 50", earning ranking for increases in two key categories -…
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TRIUMPH REVEALS FIVE NEW ICONIC BONNEVILLE MOTORCYCLES AT TAMPA TRIUMPH IN TAMPA, FL

Published on February 8, 2016 under Blog
  Local celebrities and riders celebrated the launch of the new Triumph Bonneville motorcycle lineup at Tampa Triumph, located at 7000 N Dale Mabry Highway, in Tampa, Florida, on Thursday, January 21. Hundreds of guests enjoyed a red carpet VIP experience featuring perfectly paired tavern fare and beer tastings catered by World of Beer. Additionally, local artist Jason Skeldon was on site finishing a beautiful painting of the new 2016 Triumph Thruxton R with music mixed by DJ Mini C. This Triumph Bonneville Reborn Tour stop, commemorating Triumph’s most significant product launch in 15 years, introduced consumers to the next…
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